Open to all!
The Toledo Lucas County Public Library proudly welcomes all community members and works to be as accommodating as possible with the materials and services listed below for:
- Groups
- Adults with, and caregivers of, adults with disabilities
- Parents of children with disabilities
- Accessible parking spaces.
- Electronic assisted door openers.
- Restrooms that accommodate wheelchairs and other mobility equipment and devices.
- Elevator for access to all public services floors.
- Soft or bench seating.
- All service animals who are trained to work or perform a task for an individual with a disability are welcome in the Library.
- Home delivery of materials. Complete an application here or call us at 419.259.5200.
- Reserve a quiet study room here
- Braille books for adults and youth by request. Call your preferred location to request the books.
- Large print books for adults and youth.
- Wonderbooks that have play-along audio for each page.
- Playaway all-in-one book audio player, no WiFi needed. Headphones are needed. You can use your own or purchase a set at the service desk from Friends of the Library for $3.50.
- Audiobooks on CDs. Downloadable eBook and eAudio for eReaders, laptops, tablets, computers, and smartphones. Accessibility options on Libby.
- Handheld magnifiers for use in the Library are available at the service desks by request.
- Zoom text computers at:
- Heatherdowns
- Holland
- Kent
- Main
- Maumee
- Oregon
- Reynolds Corners
- Sanger
- Sylvania
- Waterville
- DVD films with subtitles and closed captioning.
- Propio interpretation and translation services are available at all Library service desks.
- Sign language interpreters or CART services for Library programs will be provided upon request and with ample time to schedule. Please call us at 419.259.5200 at least 14 business days before the program to schedule this service. If you cannot attend the program, please contact us promptly to cancel your request.
- Computer stations that accommodate wheelchairs and other mobility equipment and devices.
- Self-service, customer service, and reference sections that accommodate wheelchairs and other mobility equipment and devices.
- Electronic wheelchairs at Main Library.
These programs are designed for individuals and their caregivers. If you have a group, please call us at 419.259.5200 to discuss options.
Beaded Jewelry Making with Bonita Bead
Programming for Adults and Teens with IDD
(M) June 16 | 10 — 11:30 a.m. | Mott
Learn the fundamentals of basic bead stringing. You'll work with a variety of charms and beads to create your own design.
Inclusive Crafts with Toledo Library Making
Programming for Adults and Teens with IDD and Peers
(M) June 23 | 10 — 11:30 a.m. | Main Library
Explore different types of crafting with Toledo Library's Making Department. Projects will vary each session, and accessibility tools will be available.
Seasonal Painting with Molly Miller
Programming for Adults and Teens with IDD and Peers
(M) July 7 | 10 — 11:30 a.m. | Reynolds Corners
Embrace your artistic skills during this step-by-step guided class. No experience is necessary to create a watercolor painting.
Inclusive Storytime for Adults and their Peers
Programming for Adults and Teens with IDD
(M) July 14 | 10 — 11:30 a.m. | Oregon
An interactive Storytime focused on adult learners of various abilities. Join us for some stories, activities, and fun!
Baking Cookies with Sur Le Pouce
Programming for Adults and Teens with IDD
(M) July 21 | 10 — 11:30 a.m. | Maumee
Work hands-on to learn the basics of baking cookies and eat the delicious results at the end.
Beaded Jewelry Making with Bonita Bead
Programming for Adults and Teens with IDD
(M) July 28 | 10 — 11:30 a.m. | South
Learn the fundamentals of basic bead stringing. You'll work with a variety of charms and beads to create your own design.
Papermaking with Keep Toledo Lucas County Beautiful
Programming for Adults and Teens with IDD and Peers
(M) August 4 | 10 — 11:30 a.m. | Mott
Enjoy a fun papermaking activity with Keep Toledo Lucas County Beautiful.
Inclusive Storytime for Adults and their Peers
Programming for Adults and Teens with IDD
(M) August 11 | 10 — 11 a.m. | Main Library
An interactive Storytime focused on adult learners of various abilities. Join us for some stories, activities, and fun!
Ceramic Glazing
Programming for Adults and Teens with IDD and Peers
(M) August 18 | 10 — 11:30 a.m. | King Road
Glaze your own ceramic coaster with help from Peace Love & Pottery Studio!
Seasonal Painting with Molly Miller
Programming for Adults and Teens with IDD and Peers
(M) August 25 | 10 — 11:30 a.m. | Sylvania
Embrace your artistic skills during this step-by-step guided class. No experience is necessary to create a watercolor painting.
Inclusive Storytime for Adults and their Peers
Programming for Adults and Teens with IDD
(M) September 8 | 10 — 11:30 a.m. | Holland
An interactive Storytime focused on adult learners of various abilities. Join us for some stories, activities, and fun!
Beaded Jewelry Making with Bonita Bead
Programming for Adults and Teens with IDD
(M) September 15 | 10 — 11:30 a.m. | Main Library
Learn the fundamentals of basic bead stringing. You'll work with a variety of charms and beads to create your own design.
Inclusive Crafts with Toledo Library Making
Programming for Adults and Teens with IDD and Peers
(M) September 22 | 10 — 11:30 a.m. | Main Library
Explore different types of crafting with Toledo Library's Making Department. Projects will vary each session, and accessibility tools will be available.
Seasonal Painting with Molly Miller
Programming for Adults and Teens with IDD and Peers
(M) October 6 | 10 — 11 a.m. | Maumee
Embrace your artistic skills during this step-by-step guided class. No experience is necessary to create a watercolor painting.
