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Cricut 101: Fabric
Upcycling Fabrics
(M) July 7 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | Main Library
Bring in your well-loved jeans or a t-shirt to bring them back to life using the Cricut, heat press or sewing machine in the Making Lab.
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
(M) July 7 | 6 — 8 p.m. | Sylvania
Meet with others who knit, crochet, embroider, and more. Bring your works in progress or just come to learn. Beginners and experienced crafters welcome!
Colorful Toledo: Mixed Media Painting Workshop
(Tu) July 8 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | Point Place
Celebrate and explore Toledo’s history as artist Katrina Niswander leads you through creating mixed media paintings using reproductions of historical photos from Toledo Library's collection!
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
Experienced volunteer available to provide assistance.
(W) July 9 | 1 — 3 p.m. | Oregon
Meet with others who knit, crochet, embroider, and more. Bring your works in progress or just come to learn. Beginners and experienced crafters welcome!
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
(Sa) July 12 | 10 a.m. — noon | Sanger
Meet with others who knit, crochet, embroider, and more. Bring your works in progress or just come to learn. Beginners and experienced crafters welcome!
Zen Garden with Kayt Harden
Facilitated by Art Therapist Kayt Harden, LLC.
(Sa) July 12 | 11 a.m. — 1 p.m. | Holland
Originating in medieval Japan, Zen gardens are known for their simplicity and serenity. Engage in relaxation and build your own Zen Garden using sand, rocks, small trinkets, and collage techniques.
Jellyfish Luminary
(Sa) July 12 | 1 — 4 p.m. | Waterville
Use unconventional materials to turn your patio, bedroom, or any quiet space into a softly lit haven when you make a Jellyfish Lantern under the guidance of artist Liz Hayes.
Cricut 101: Papercrafts
Pop Culture Papercraft Dioramas
(M) July 14 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | Main Library
Assemble a pop culture related papercraft diorama for you to keep while learning about the process and the print to cut feature of the Cricut.
Wax Melt Candle Making with Callisto Terra Candle Studio
(Tu) July 15 | 7 — 8 p.m. | West Toledo
Make your own custom wax melts with Callisto Terra Candle Studio.
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
Experienced volunteer available to provide assistance.
(W) July 16 | 1 — 3 p.m. | Oregon
Meet with others who knit, crochet, embroider, and more. Bring your works in progress or just come to learn. Beginners and experienced crafters welcome!
Colorful Toledo: Mixed Media Painting Workshop
(W) July 16 | 6:30 — 8 p.m. | Main Library
Celebrate and explore Toledo’s history as artist Katrina Niswander leads you through creating mixed media paintings using reproductions of historical photos from Toledo Library's collection!
Create Now
(Th) July 17 | 5:15 — 7:15 p.m. | Main Library
Create Now features an art project every third Thursday of the month. Explore a variety of art techniques and experience the power of art. Registration required.
Zen Garden with Kayt Harden
Facilitated by Art Therapist Kayt Harden, LLC.
(Th) July 17 | 6 — 8 p.m. | Oregon
Originating in medieval Japan, Zen gardens are known for their simplicity and serenity. Engage in relaxation and build your own Zen Garden using sand, rocks, small trinkets, and collage techniques.
Whatever Happened to Paint-by-Number?
(Tu) July 22 | 11 a.m. — noon | Maumee
Celebrate the book by Dan Robbins, "Whatever Happened to Paint-by-Number" with a showing of the WGTE Toledo Story documentary and a discussion.
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
Experienced volunteer available to provide assistance.
(W) July 23 | 1 — 3 p.m. | Oregon
Meet with others who knit, crochet, embroider, and more. Bring your works in progress or just come to learn. Beginners and experienced crafters welcome!
Knitting and Crocheting Club
(F) July 25 | 2 — 4 p.m. | Reynolds Corners
Meet with others who knit and crochet. Bring your works in progress or just come to learn. Beginners and experienced crafters welcome!
Toledo Repair Cafe
(Sa) July 26 | 10 a.m. — 2 p.m. | Reynolds Corners
Bring in your clothing, small appliances, bicycles, jewelry, housewares and toys for repairs free of charge!
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
(Sa) July 26 | 10 a.m. — noon | West Toledo
Meet with others who knit, crochet, embroider, and more. Bring your works in progress or just come to learn. Beginners and experienced crafters welcome!
Color Me Calm
Relaxation for Grown-Ups
(M) July 28 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Sanger
Coloring mandalas and other geometric patterns can serve as art therapy to relieve stress and increase focus while exercising the brain and expressing creativity.
WritersShop: Poetry Series
(Tu) July 29 | 6 — 8 p.m. | Reynolds Corners
A monthly poetry writing workshop led by new leaders and new topics. Hosted by Jonie McIntire, Lucas County Poet Laureate, this series will be led by different local poets each month.
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
Experienced volunteer available to provide assistance.
(W) July 30 | 1 — 3 p.m. | Oregon
Meet with others who knit, crochet, embroider, and more. Bring your works in progress or just come to learn. Beginners and experienced crafters welcome!
Wax Melt Candle Making with Callisto Terra Candle Studio
(W) July 30 | 2 — 3 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Make your own custom wax melts with Callisto Terra Candle Studio.
Jellyfish Luminary
(Sa) August 2 | 11 a.m. — 2 p.m. | Holland
Use unconventional materials to turn your patio, bedroom, or any quiet space into a softly lit haven when you make a Jellyfish Lantern under the guidance of artist Liz Hayes.
Alcohol Ink Art with Shannon Eis
(M) August 4 | 6 — 8 p.m. | King Road
Create a treescape using alcohol ink. This is a fun way to paint and create beautiful art with no necessary prior experience.
Wax Melt Candle Making with Callisto Terra Candle Studio
(M) August 4 | 6 — 7 p.m. | Lagrange
Make your own custom wax melts with Callisto Terra Candle Studio.
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
(M) August 4 | 6 — 8 p.m. | Sylvania
Meet with others who knit, crochet, embroider, and more. Bring your works in progress or just come to learn. Beginners and experienced crafters welcome!
Colorful Toledo: Mixed Media Painting Workshop
(M) August 4 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | Waterville
Celebrate and explore Toledo’s history as artist Katrina Niswander leads you through creating mixed media paintings using reproductions of historical photos from Toledo Library's collection!
Knitting and Crocheting Club
(Tu) August 5 | 1 — 3 p.m. | Waterville
Meet with others who knit or crochet. Beginners welcome!
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
Experienced volunteer available to provide assistance.
(W) August 6 | 1 — 3 p.m. | Oregon
Meet with others who knit, crochet, embroider, and more. Bring your works in progress or just come to learn. Beginners and experienced crafters welcome!
Alcohol Ink Art with Shannon Eis
(W) August 6 | 2 — 4 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Create a treescape using alcohol ink. This is a fun way to paint and create beautiful art with no necessary prior experience.
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
(Sa) August 9 | 10 a.m. — noon | Sanger
Meet with others who knit, crochet, embroider, and more. Bring your works in progress or just come to learn. Beginners and experienced crafters welcome!
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
Experienced volunteer available to provide assistance.
(W) August 13 | 1 — 3 p.m. | Oregon
Meet with others who knit, crochet, embroider, and more. Bring your works in progress or just come to learn. Beginners and experienced crafters welcome!
Alcohol Ink Art with Shannon Eis
(Th) August 14 | 6 — 8 p.m. | Oregon
Create a treescape using alcohol ink. This is a fun way to paint and create beautiful art with no necessary prior experience.
Wax Melt Candle Making with Callisto Terra Candle Studio
(Th) August 14 | 6 — 7 p.m. | Mott
Make your own custom wax melts with Callisto Terra Candle Studio.
Whatever Happened to Paint-by-Number?
(Th) August 14 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Reynolds Corners
Celebrate the book by Dan Robbins, "Whatever Happened to Paint-by-Number" with a showing of the WGTE Toledo Story documentary and a discussion.
Knitting and Crocheting Club
(F) August 15 | 2 — 4 p.m. | Reynolds Corners
Meet with others who knit and crochet. Bring your works in progress or just come to learn. Beginners and experienced crafters welcome!
Alcohol Ink Art with Shannon Eis
(Tu) August 19 | 6 — 8 p.m. | Sanger
Create a treescape using alcohol ink. This is a fun way to paint and create beautiful art with no necessary prior experience.
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
Experienced volunteer available to provide assistance.
(W) August 20 | 1 — 3 p.m. | Oregon
Meet with others who knit, crochet, embroider, and more. Bring your works in progress or just come to learn. Beginners and experienced crafters welcome!
Create Now
(Th) August 21 | 5:15 — 7:15 p.m. | Main Library
Create Now features an art project every third Thursday of the month. Explore a variety of art techniques and experience the power of art. Registration required.
3D Printing 101
Intro to Slicing 3D Models
(Th) August 21 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Main Library
Before your 3D model can be printed it needs to be “Sliced” for the printer. In this session we will look at the Prusa Slicer software and all the tools it provides for preparing 3D models.
Toledo Repair Cafe
(Sa) August 23 | 10 a.m. — 2 p.m. | Main Library
Bring in your clothing, small appliances, bicycles, jewelry, housewares and toys for repairs free of charge!
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
(Sa) August 23 | 10 a.m. — noon | West Toledo
Meet with others who knit, crochet, embroider, and more. Bring your works in progress or just come to learn. Beginners and experienced crafters welcome!
Color Me Calm
Relaxation for Grown-Ups
(M) August 25 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Sanger
Coloring mandalas and other geometric patterns can serve as art therapy to relieve stress and increase focus while exercising the brain and expressing creativity.
WritersShop: Poetry Series
(Tu) August 26 | 6 — 8 p.m. | Point Place
A monthly poetry writing workshop led by new leaders and new topics. Hosted by Jonie McIntire, Lucas County Poet Laureate, this series will be led by different local poets each month.
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
Experienced volunteer available to provide assistance.
(W) August 27 | 1 — 3 p.m. | Oregon
Meet with others who knit, crochet, embroider, and more. Bring your works in progress or just come to learn. Beginners and experienced crafters welcome!
3D Printing 101
Introduction to 3D Modeling with Tinkercad
(Th) August 28 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Main Library
Learn the basics of the free Tinkercad 3D modeling software. Access to an email address will be required to register for a Tinkercad account. Registration recommended to guarantee a seat.
Wax Melt Candle Making with Callisto Terra Candle Studio
(Th) August 28 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Sylvania
Make your own custom wax melts with Callisto Terra Candle Studio.
Knitting and Crocheting Club
(Tu) September 2 | 1 — 3 p.m. | Waterville
Meet with others who knit and crochet. Bring your works in progress or just come to learn. Beginners and experienced crafters welcome!
Build a Beaded Bracelet
(Tu) September 2 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Kent
Build a beaded bracelet for yourself, and make another to gift someone special! You'll get to choose a comfy, stretchy bracelet or a sturdy memory wire bracelet, or both!
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
Experienced volunteer available to provide assistance.
(W) September 3 | 1 — 4 p.m. | Oregon
Meet with others who knit, crochet, embroider, and more. Bring your works in progress or just come to learn. Beginners and experienced crafters welcome! Experienced volunteer
Acrylic Painting with Molly Miller
(W) September 3 | 2 — 3:30 p.m. | Maumee
Paint a fall scene with acrylic paint on a canvas board.
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
(Sa) September 6 | 10 a.m. — noon | Sanger
Meet with others who knit, crochet, embroider, and more. Bring your works in progress or just come to learn. Beginners and experienced crafters welcome!
Listen to a Book and Draw
(M) September 8 | 1:30 — 2:30 p.m. | Main Library
Drop into Main Library to listen to a book of poetry and draw what inspires you. No drawing skills are needed, supplies will be provided.
Build a Beaded Bracelet
(M) September 8 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | King Road
Build a beaded bracelet for yourself, and make another to gift someone special! You'll get to choose a comfy, stretchy bracelet or a sturdy memory wire bracelet, or both!
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
Experienced volunteer available to provide assistance.
(W) September 10 | 1 — 4 p.m. | Oregon
Meet with others who knit, crochet, embroider, and more. Bring your works in progress or just come to learn. Beginners and experienced crafters welcome! Experienced volunteer
Knitting and Crocheting Club
(F) September 12 | 2 — 4 p.m. | Reynolds Corners
Meet with others who knit and crochet. Bring your works in progress or just come to learn. Beginners and experienced crafters welcome!
Cricut 101: Pop-up Paper Dice Tray
(M) September 15 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | Main Library
Customize, print, cut, and assemble a Paper Dice Tray for Tabletop games using the Cricut.
Acrylic Painting with Molly Miller
(M) September 15 | 6:30 — 8 p.m. | South
Paint a fall scene with acrylic paint on a canvas board.
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
Experienced volunteer available to provide assistance.
(W) September 17 | 1 — 4 p.m. | Oregon
Meet with others who knit, crochet, embroider, and more. Bring your works in progress or just come to learn. Beginners and experienced crafters welcome! Experienced volunteer
Create Now
(Th) September 18 | 5:15 — 7:15 p.m. | Main Library
Create Now features an art project every third Thursday of the month. Explore a variety of art techniques and experience the power of art. Registration required.
Resin Ornaments with Shannon
(Th) September 18 | 6 — 8 p.m. | Oregon
Using nontoxic, food grade resin (no masks or ventilation needed), participants will create uniquely personalized ornaments.
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
(Sa) September 20 | 10 a.m. — noon | West Toledo
Meet with others who knit, crochet, embroider, and more. Bring your works in progress or just come to learn. Beginners and experienced crafters welcome!
Resin Ornaments with Shannon
(Sa) September 20 | 11 a.m. — 1 p.m. | Holland
Using nontoxic, food grade resin (no masks or ventilation needed), participants will create uniquely personalized ornaments.
Listen to a Book and Draw
(M) September 22 | 1:30 — 2:30 p.m. | Main Library
Drop into Main Library to listen to a book of poetry and draw what inspires you. No drawing skills are needed, supplies will be provided.
Color Me Calm
Relaxation for Grown-Ups
(M) September 22 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Sanger
Coloring mandalas and other geometric patterns can serve as art therapy to relieve stress and increase focus while exercising the brain and expressing creativity.
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
Experienced volunteer available to provide assistance.
(W) September 24 | 1 — 4 p.m. | Oregon
Meet with others who knit, crochet, embroider, and more. Bring your works in progress or just come to learn. Beginners and experienced crafters welcome! Experienced volunteer
Toledo Repair Cafe
(Sa) September 27 | 10 a.m. — 2 p.m. | Sanger
Bring in your clothing, small appliances, bicycles, jewelry, housewares and toys for repairs free of charge!
Color Me Calm
Relaxation for Grown-Ups
(M) September 29 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Waterville
Coloring mandalas and other geometric patterns can serve as art therapy to relieve stress and increase focus while exercising the brain and expressing creativity.
WritersShop: Poetry Series
(Tu) September 30 | 6 — 8 p.m. | Point Place
A monthly poetry writing workshop led by new leaders and new topics. Hosted by Jonie McIntire, Lucas County Poet Laureate, this series will be led by different local poets each month.
Acrylic Painting with Molly Miller
(Tu) September 30 | 6:30 — 8 p.m. | West Toledo
Paint a fall scene with acrylic paint on a canvas board.
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
Experienced volunteer available to provide assistance.
(W) October 1 | 1 — 4 p.m. | Oregon
Meet with others who knit, crochet, embroider, and more. Bring your works in progress or just come to learn. Beginners and experienced crafters welcome! Experienced volunteer
A personal and professional development series
Better Toledo | Found in Trans-lation
Building Community, Affirmation and Belonging
(Th) August 7 | 3 — 5 p.m. | Main Library
Hear on from the BGSU Institute for the Study of Culture & Society.
Instrument Show & Tell
with Toledo School for the Arts
(W) October 1 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Kent
Explore the individual sounds of instruments with an instrument show & tell. Then enjoy the fun sounds of Toledo School for the Arts Studio Orchestra!
Cake Pops with Luvable Sweets
(Tu) July 15 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Locke
Create your own cake pops using cupcakes, sprinkles, chocolate, and other tasty treats.
Cake Pops with Luvable Sweets
(Th) July 24 | 6 — 7 p.m. | King Road
Create your own cake pops using cupcakes, sprinkles, chocolate, and other tasty treats.
Cake Pops with Luvable Sweets
(Sa) July 26 | 10 — 11 a.m. | Sanger
Create your own cake pops using cupcakes, sprinkles, chocolate, and other tasty treats.
Rain Gardening
Presented by OSU Extenstion
(W) July 30 | 6 — 7 p.m. | Mott
Learn how stormwater can become a garden asset! We’ll discuss how a well-designed and properly planted rain garden captures and filters runoff, reduces erosion, and supports pollinators!
Tamales with Hotbox Bistro
(Sa) August 9 | 1 — 2:30 p.m. | Kent
Learn how to make tamales. Participants will learn how to roll tamales themselves and either steam them during the program or take them home to steam and share with others.
Cake Pops with Luvable Sweets
(Tu) August 12 | 11 a.m. — noon | Maumee
Create your own cake pops using cupcakes, sprinkles, chocolate, and other tasty treats.
Cake Pops with Luvable Sweets
(M) August 18 | 6 — 7 p.m. | Toledo Heights
Create your own cake pops using cupcakes, sprinkles, chocolate, and other tasty treats.
Waterville Cookbook Club
Recipes from the Garden
(M) August 18 | 6 — 7 p.m. | Waterville
Pick a dish from a selected cookbook and bring it to the Library to share! We will provide table service and drinks, you provide a serving utensil. Cookbooks available one month prior to each meeting.
Harvesting and Seed Saving
Presented by OSU Extenstion
(W) August 27 | 6 — 7 p.m. | Mott
We will discuss the best times and techniques for harvesting your garden’s bounty and how to save seeds for future planting!
Jumbo Cookie Workshop with Sur Le Pouce
(M) September 8 | 6:30 — 8 p.m. | Mott
In this hands-on class, you'll make jumbo cookies with Nathalie of Sur Le Pouce.
Master Gardener House Plant Clinic
with OSU Extension
(W) September 10 | 2 — 3 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Learn how to keep your plants thriving indoors. Attendees can bring in their small houseplants or pictures of the less portable plants and get advice from Master Gardener volunteers.
Waterville Cookbook Club
Food from Around the World: International Recipes
(M) September 15 | 6 — 7 p.m. | Waterville
Pick a dish from a selected cookbook and bring it to the Library to share! We will provide table service and drinks, you provide a serving utensil. Cookbooks available one month prior to each meeting.
Jumbo Cookie Workshop with Sur Le Pouce
(W) September 17 | 6:30 — 8 p.m. | Main Library
In this hands-on class, you'll make jumbo cookies with Nathalie of Sur Le Pouce.
Jumbo Cookie Workshop with Sur Le Pouce
(M) September 22 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | Lagrange
In this hands-on class, you'll make jumbo cookies with Nathalie of Sur Le Pouce.
House Plant Clinic
Presented by OSU Extension
(W) September 24 | 6 — 7 p.m. | Mott
Bring your houseplant questions and problems to this hands-on class!
Creating a Latin-Inspired Charcuterie Board
Provided by the Sofia Quintero Art and Cultural Center
(Th) September 25 | 6 — 7 p.m. | Oregon
Join us in learning how to create a charcuterie board using foods from Latin America.
Pride & Poetry
(Th) August 7 | 6:30 — 8 p.m. | Main Library
Read, share, watch, and otherwise experience poetry about and by LGBTQIA+ authors—and share your own. With Kay Renee
Art Loop: Literati
Presented by The Arts Commission
(Th) October 16 | 5 — 8 p.m. | Main Library
Celebrate local literary arts! Poetry performances, hands-on activities, puzzles and games, author readings, typewriters and more.
Cleaning Veteran Graves
(Th) July 10 | 6 — 7 p.m. | Oregon
An introductory course on how to properly clean government furnished grave markers and headstones.
Identifying Veteran Graves
(Tu) July 22 | 6 — 7 p.m. | Toledo Heights
An introductory course that will guide in the understanding of the unique and timeless character of government furnished headstones and grave markers.
Identifying Veteran Graves
(Tu) July 29 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Washington
An introductory course that will guide in the understanding of the unique and timeless character of government furnished headstones and grave markers.
Cleaning Veteran Graves
(Th) July 31 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Reynolds Corners
An introductory course on how to properly clean government furnished grave markers and headstones.
Authors! with Carol Moseley Braun
(Tu) July 8 | 7 — 8 p.m. | Main Library
Join us for Authors! with former U.S. Senator and Retired U.S. Ambassador, Carol Moseley Braun.
Authors! with Kristina McMorris
(Tu) July 22 | 7 — 8 p.m. | Main Library
Join us for Authors! with a New York Times, Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling author, Kristina McMorris.
Better Toledo | Found in Trans-lation
Building Community, Affirmation and Belonging
(Th) August 7 | 3 — 5 p.m. | Main Library
Hear on from the BGSU Institute for the Study of Culture & Society.
Authors! with Wendy Johnson, MD, MPH
(Th) August 7 | 7 — 8 p.m. | Main Library
Join us for Authors! with Wendy Johnson, MD, MPH, to learn about how wellness is rooted in interdependence.
Human Trafficking
Steinem Sisters Collection Talking Circle
(Tu) August 12 | 6:30 — 8 p.m. | Oregon
What is Human Trafficking and how does it effect Toledo and the surrounding area? How does trafficking impact women and feminism? Join us for a discussion about Human Trafficking.
You Are Not Alone: Inspiration to Run for Office
(Tu) September 16 | 5:30 — 7:30 p.m. | West Toledo
Running for public office can feel like a daunting task. Where do you start? Who can you ask for help?
Authors! with Jyoti & Auyon Mukharji
(Th) October 9 | 7 — 8 p.m. | Main Library
Join us for this special Authors! cookbook event featuring mother-son duo, Jyoti and Ayon Mukharji!
Art Loop: Literati
Presented by The Arts Commission
(Th) October 16 | 5 — 8 p.m. | Main Library
Celebrate local literary arts! Poetry performances, hands-on activities, puzzles and games, author readings, typewriters and more.
Paranormal Encounters with Toledo Ohio Ghost Hunters Society
(Tu) October 21 | 6 — 7 p.m. | Birmingham
Learn about some of Toledo's most haunted locations with Toledo Ohio Ghost Hunters Society.
Paranormal Encounters with Toledo Ohio Ghost Hunters Society
(Sa) October 25 | 10 — 11 a.m. | Heatherdowns
Learn about some of Toledo's most haunted locations with Toledo Ohio Ghost Hunters Society.
Paranormal Encounters with Toledo Ohio Ghost Hunters Society
(M) October 27 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | West Toledo
Learn about some of Toledo's most haunted locations with Toledo Ohio Ghost Hunters Society.
Educator Resource Day - Grades K-6
(W) October 29 | 4:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Main Library
Educators of children in kindergarten through 6th grade are invited to learn about the best books of 2025 and Library resources. Pizza will be provided. Bring your favorite book to share.
Educator Resource Day - Grades 7-12
(W) November 5 | 4:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Main Library
Educators of students in 7th through 12th grade are invited to learn about the best books of 2025 and Library resources. Pizza will be provided. Bring your favorite book to share.
Better Toledo | Increasing Our Understanding of Privilege
(Th) November 6 | 3 — 5 p.m. | Main Library
A personal and professional development series to ensure you will do better in Toledo.
Toledo Library Romance-Con presents Kennedy Ryan
Presented with support from Destination Toledo
(Sa) November 8 | 11 a.m. — 12:15 p.m. | Main Library
Kennedy Ryan, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of Can't Get Enough, will talk romance, writing, and representation for all women. Participant Q&A to follow.
RCon Panel 2
Romance-Con | Presented by Toledo Library
(Sa) November 8 | 12:30 — 1:30 p.m. | Main Library
TBD
C.M. Nascosta, Nikki Payne, Chip Pons, and Julie Soto
Romance-Con | Presented by Toledo Library
(Sa) November 8 | 3 — 4:15 p.m. | Main Library
Bestselling authors C.M. Nacosta, Nikki Payne, Chip Pons, and Julie Soto will chat romance, publishing, and how to write swoon-worthy love interests. Participant Q&A to follow.
Better Toledo | Civility in the Workplace
(Th) December 4 | 3 — 5 p.m. | Main Library
In today’s fast-paced work environments, practicing civility—through respect and kindness—is essential for a positive, productive, and inclusive workplace.
Healing Through Movement
Trauma Release Exercises
(Th) July 10 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | Mott
TRE uses gentle exercises to help release stress and trauma through natural body tremors, promoting emotional and physical healing in a safe and supportive environment.
Healing Through Movement
Trauma Release Exercises
(Sa) July 12 | 10 — 11:30 a.m. | Sylvania
TRE uses gentle exercises to help release stress and trauma through natural body tremors, promoting emotional and physical healing in a safe and supportive environment.
Adapted Chair Yoga featuring Integration Yoga with Jenn
(W) July 23 | 6 — 8 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Explore yoga through traditional poses redesigned for a sitting position. Based upon attendees' needs, extra poses may be added suited for standing while using the chair for stability and support.
Childbirth Preparation Class with Solace Health and Wellness
Sponsored by UT Health
(Sa) July 26 | 9:30 a.m. — 12:30 p.m. | Mott
This monthly class will cover a rotating series of topics designed to help expectant individuals prepare for childbirth and new motherhood.
Suicide Prevention | Question, Persuade, and Refer
Presented by Harbor
(M) July 28 | 10 a.m. — noon | Sylvania
QPR (Question, Persuade, and Refer) is a prevention program that is designed to save lives and reduce suicidal behaviors by providing innovative, practical, and proven suicide prevention training.
Color Me Calm
Relaxation for Grown-Ups
(M) July 28 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Sanger
Coloring mandalas and other geometric patterns can serve as art therapy to relieve stress and increase focus while exercising the brain and expressing creativity.
Childbirth Preparation Class with Solace Health and Wellness
Sponsored by UT Health
(Sa) August 23 | 9:30 a.m. — 12:30 p.m. | Mott
This monthly class will cover a rotating series of topics designed to help expectant individuals prepare for childbirth and new motherhood.
Color Me Calm
Relaxation for Grown-Ups
(M) August 25 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Sanger
Coloring mandalas and other geometric patterns can serve as art therapy to relieve stress and increase focus while exercising the brain and expressing creativity.
Advance Care Planning with Hospice of Northwest Ohio
Living Wills and Healthcare Power of Attorney
(W) August 27 | 6 — 7 p.m. | Maumee
Learn how to complete a living will, designate a healthcare power of attorney, and set up a one-on-one appointment with a certified facilitator to complete these forms – for free!
Listen to a Book and Draw
(M) September 8 | 1:30 — 2:30 p.m. | Main Library
Drop into Main Library to listen to a book of poetry and draw what inspires you. No drawing skills are needed, supplies will be provided.
Suicide Prevention | Question, Persuade, and Refer
Presented by Harbor
(Tu) September 16 | 6 — 8 p.m. | Birmingham
QPR (Question, Persuade, and Refer) is a prevention program that is designed to save lives and reduce suicidal behaviors by providing innovative, practical, and proven suicide prevention training.
Listen to a Book and Draw
(M) September 22 | 1:30 — 2:30 p.m. | Main Library
Drop into Main Library to listen to a book of poetry and draw what inspires you. No drawing skills are needed, supplies will be provided.
Color Me Calm
Relaxation for Grown-Ups
(M) September 22 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Sanger
Coloring mandalas and other geometric patterns can serve as art therapy to relieve stress and increase focus while exercising the brain and expressing creativity.
Advance Care Planning with Hospice of Northwest Ohio
Living Wills and Healthcare Power of Attorney
(W) September 24 | 10 — 11 a.m. | Birmingham
Learn how to complete a living will, designate a healthcare power of attorney, and set up a one-on-one appointment with a certified facilitator to complete these forms – for free!
Childbirth Preparation Class with Solace Health and Wellness
Sponsored by UT Health
(Sa) September 27 | 9:30 a.m. — 12:30 p.m. | Mott
This monthly class will cover a rotating series of topics designed to help expectant individuals prepare for childbirth and new motherhood.
Color Me Calm
Relaxation for Grown-Ups
(M) September 29 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Waterville
Coloring mandalas and other geometric patterns can serve as art therapy to relieve stress and increase focus while exercising the brain and expressing creativity.
Suicide Prevention | Question, Persuade, and Refer
Presented by Harbor
(W) October 8 | 5 — 8 p.m. | Main Library
QPR (Question, Persuade, and Refer) is a prevention program that is designed to save lives and reduce suicidal behaviors by providing innovative, practical, and proven suicide prevention training.
Listen to a Book and Draw
(M) October 13 | 1:30 — 2:30 p.m. | Main Library
Drop into Main Library to listen to a book of poetry and draw what inspires you. No drawing skills are needed, supplies will be provided.
Suicide Prevention | Question, Persuade, and Refer
Presented by Harbor
(Tu) October 14 | 2 — 4 p.m. | Oregon
QPR (Question, Persuade, and Refer) is a prevention program that is designed to save lives and reduce suicidal behaviors by providing innovative, practical, and proven suicide prevention training.
Advance Care Planning with Hospice of Northwest Ohio
Living Wills and Healthcare Power of Attorney
(W) October 22 | 10 — 11 a.m. | King Road
Learn how to complete a living will, designate a healthcare power of attorney, and set up a one-on-one appointment with a certified facilitator to complete these forms – for free!
Childbirth Preparation Class with Solace Health and Wellness
Sponsored by UT Health
(Sa) October 25 | 9:30 a.m. — 12:30 p.m. | Mott
This monthly class will cover a rotating series of topics designed to help expectant individuals prepare for childbirth and new motherhood.
Listen to a Book and Draw
(M) October 27 | 1:30 — 2:30 p.m. | Main Library
Drop into Main Library to listen to a book of poetry and draw what inspires you. No drawing skills are needed, supplies will be provided.
Color Me Calm
Relaxation for Grown-Ups
(M) October 27 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Sanger
Coloring mandalas and other geometric patterns can serve as art therapy to relieve stress and increase focus while exercising the brain and expressing creativity.
Suicide Prevention | Question, Persuade, and Refer
Presented by Harbor
(Th) November 6 | 6 — 8 p.m. | Reynolds Corners
QPR (Question, Persuade, and Refer) is a prevention program that is designed to save lives and reduce suicidal behaviors by providing innovative, practical, and proven suicide prevention training.
Listen to a Book and Draw
(M) November 10 | 1:30 — 2:30 p.m. | Main Library
Drop into Main Library to listen to a book of poetry and draw what inspires you. No drawing skills are needed, supplies will be provided.
Childbirth Preparation Class with Solace Health and Wellness
Sponsored by UT Health
(Sa) November 22 | 9:30 a.m. — 12:30 p.m. | Mott
This monthly class will cover a rotating series of topics designed to help expectant individuals prepare for childbirth and new motherhood.
Listen to a Book and Draw
(M) November 24 | 1:30 — 2:30 p.m. | Main Library
Drop into Main Library to listen to a book of poetry and draw what inspires you. No drawing skills are needed, supplies will be provided.
Color Me Calm
Relaxation for Grown-Ups
(M) November 24 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Waterville
Coloring mandalas and other geometric patterns can serve as art therapy to relieve stress and increase focus while exercising the brain and expressing creativity.
Color Me Calm
Relaxation for Grown-Ups
(M) November 24 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Sanger
Coloring mandalas and other geometric patterns can serve as art therapy to relieve stress and increase focus while exercising the brain and expressing creativity.
Advance Care Planning with Hospice of Northwest Ohio
Living Wills and Healthcare Power of Attorney
(W) November 26 | 10 — 11 a.m. | Point Place
Learn how to complete a living will, designate a healthcare power of attorney, and set up a one-on-one appointment with a certified facilitator to complete these forms – for free!
Listen to a Book and Draw
(M) December 8 | 1:30 — 2:30 p.m. | Main Library
Drop into Main Library to listen to a book of poetry and draw what inspires you. No drawing skills are needed, supplies will be provided.
Listen to a Book and Draw
(M) December 22 | 1:30 — 2:30 p.m. | Main Library
Drop into Main Library to listen to a book of poetry and draw what inspires you. No drawing skills are needed, supplies will be provided.
Color Me Calm
Relaxation for Grown-Ups
(M) December 22 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Sanger
Coloring mandalas and other geometric patterns can serve as art therapy to relieve stress and increase focus while exercising the brain and expressing creativity.
Childbirth Preparation Class with Solace Health and Wellness
Sponsored by UT Health
(Sa) December 27 | 9:30 a.m. — 12:30 p.m. | Mott
This monthly class will cover a rotating series of topics designed to help expectant individuals prepare for childbirth and new motherhood.
