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View classes, programs, and book clubs below. See a full calendar here.
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
Experienced volunteer available to assist.
(W) September 16 | 11 a.m. — 1 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
Intro to Slicing 3D Models
(W) September 16 | 6:30 — 8 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Step 1 of 3D printing is "slicing” the model. We will look at the Prusa Slicer and the PreForm Slicer programs and all the factors that go into determining what is necessary to print at the library.
Create Now
Presented by NAMI Greater Toledo
(Th) September 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.
Knitting and Crocheting Club
(Th) September 17 | 6 — 8 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!
Glass Bottle Succulent Planter
(Th) September 17 | 6:30 — 8 p.m. | Main Library
Let Green Crow Plants lead you through how to create a lovely succulent planter from glasses you can easily find and upcycle!
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
(Sa) September 19 | 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!
Acrylic Painting with Shannon
(M) September 21 | 6 — 8 p.m. | West Toledo
Learn to paint birch trees on a rainbow background with alcohol inks and acrylics. This is a fun experimental class that produces beautiful pictures.
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
Experienced volunteer available to assist.
(W) September 23 | 11 a.m. — 1 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 a Nicho for Dia de los Muertos
Provided by the Sofia Quintero Art and Cultural Center
(Th) September 24 | 6 — 7 p.m. | Reynolds Corners
Participants will create and personalize a Nicho, a small tabletop altar, and learn about Dia de los Muertos.
Knitting and Crocheting Club
(F) September 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!
Simmer Pots with Luckey Road Lavender Farm
(F) September 25 | 2 — 3 p.m. | King Road
Fill your home with the fresh and soothing scent of lavender. We'll learn to mix dried ingredients for a simmer pot packet with Luckey Road Lavender Farms.
Toledo Repair Cafe
(Sa) September 26 | 10 a.m. — 2 p.m. | Sanger
Bring in your clothing, small appliances, bicycles, jewelry, housewares and toys for repairs free of charge!
Upcycled Bookmark Making with TC Acrylics
(M) September 28 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Locke
In this hands-on class, you’ll create your own custom bookmark using upcycled pieces from original pour paintings—each one filled with color, movement, and story.
Color Me Calm
Relaxation for Grown-Ups
(M) September 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.
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
Experienced volunteer available to assist.
(W) September 30 | 11 a.m. — 1 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
(Th) October 1 | 6 — 8 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!
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
(Sa) October 3 | 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
(M) October 5 | 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!
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
(Tu) October 6 | 1 — 3 p.m. | Waterville
Meet with other adults who knit, crochet, embroider, and more. Bring your works in progress and enjoy crafting in a social atmosphere. Crafters should have a basic knowledge of their project.
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
Experienced volunteer available to assist.
(W) October 7 | 11 a.m. — 1 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 a Nicho for Dia de los Muertos
Provided by the Sofia Quintero Art and Cultural Center
(Th) October 8 | 6 — 7 p.m. | Oregon
Participants will create and personalize a Nicho, a small tabletop altar, and learn about Dia de los Muertos.
Monday Matinee
Classic Films and Coloring
(M) October 12 | 1:30 — 3:30 p.m. | West Toledo
Watch a film from Hollywood's "Golden Age" or color to your heart's content. There's no wrong answer!
Happiness of Flowers with Lin
(M) October 12 | 6 — 7 p.m. | Waterville
Explore how flowers and plants can influence our moods and emotions. Create a floral arrangement to take home and receive the gift of happiness and joy that flowers can inspire.
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
Experienced volunteer available to assist.
(W) October 14 | 11 a.m. — 1 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!
Acrylic Painting with Shannon
(W) October 14 | 6 — 8 p.m. | Mott
Learn to paint birch trees on a rainbow background with alcohol inks and acrylics. This is a fun experimental class that produces beautiful pictures.
Create Now
Presented by NAMI Greater Toledo
(Th) October 15 | 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.
Glass Bottle Succulent Planter
(Th) October 15 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | Oregon
Let Green Crow Plants lead you through how to create a lovely succulent planter from glasses you can easily find and upcycle!
Knitting and Crocheting Club
(Th) October 15 | 6 — 8 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!
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
(Sa) October 17 | 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!
Upcycled Bookmark Making with TC Acrylics
(M) October 19 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | South
In this hands-on class, you’ll create your own custom bookmark using upcycled pieces from original pour paintings—each one filled with color, movement, and story.
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
Experienced volunteer available to assist.
(W) October 21 | 11 a.m. — 1 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!
Upcycled Bookmark Making with TC Acrylics
(Th) October 22 | 6 — 7 p.m. | Kent
In this hands-on class, you’ll create your own custom bookmark using upcycled pieces from original pour paintings—each one filled with color, movement, and story.
Create a seasonal card using the Cricut
(Th) October 22 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | Sylvania
Interested in outdoing and impressing your friends and family with your yearly greeting card?
Simmer Pots with Luckey Road Lavender Farm
(Th) October 22 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Mott
Fill your home with the fresh and soothing scent of lavender. We'll learn to mix dried ingredients for a simmer pot packet with Luckey Road Lavender Farms.
Knitting and Crocheting Club
(F) October 23 | 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) October 24 | 10 a.m. — 2 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Bring in your clothing, small appliances, bicycles, jewelry, housewares and toys for repairs free of charge!
En Plein Aire with the Athena Art Society
Presenter: Susan Ritter
(M) October 26 | 1 — 2 p.m. | King Road
Susan Ritter is a well-known award winning artist in the Northwest Ohio area who leads Plein Aire painting workshops at Art Supply Depot and Fuller Art house in Sylvania.
Color Me Calm
Relaxation for Grown-Ups
(M) October 26 | 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 assist.
(W) October 28 | 11 a.m. — 1 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!
Simmer Pots with Luckey Road Lavender Farm
(W) October 28 | 6 — 7 p.m. | Reynolds Corners
Fill your home with the fresh and soothing scent of lavender. We'll learn to mix dried ingredients for a simmer pot packet with Luckey Road Lavender Farms.
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
(Sa) October 31 | 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
(M) November 2 | 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!
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
(Tu) November 3 | 1 — 3 p.m. | Waterville
Meet with other adults who knit, crochet, embroider, and more. Bring your works in progress and enjoy crafting in s social atmosphere. Crafters should have a basic working knowledge of their project.
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
Experienced volunteer available to assist.
(W) November 4 | 11 a.m. — 1 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
(Th) November 5 | 6 — 8 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!
Romance-Con Crafts and Activities
Romance-Con | Presented by Toledo Library
(Sa) November 7 | 10 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Main Library
Construct a friendship bracelet, star in your own book cover photoshoot, color a bookmark, and more! For a full list of activities, see your passport or the full description.
Monday Matinee
Classic Films and Coloring
(M) November 9 | 1:30 — 3:30 p.m. | West Toledo
Watch a film from Hollywood's "Golden Age" or color to your heart's content. There's no wrong answer!
Happiness of Flowers with Lin
(M) November 9 | 6 — 7 p.m. | King Road
Explore how flowers and plants can influence our moods and emotions. Create a floral arrangement to take home and receive the gift of happiness and joy that flowers can inspire.
Acrylic Painting with Shannon
(Tu) November 10 | 6 — 8 p.m. | Locke
Learn to paint birch trees on a rainbow background with alcohol inks and acrylics. This is a fun experimental class that produces beautiful pictures.
Glass Bottle Succulent Planter
(Tu) November 10 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | Maumee
Let Green Crow Plants lead you through how to create a lovely succulent planter from glasses you can easily find and upcycle!
Printmaking Workshop
(W) November 11 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | Main Library
This is a printmaking workshop for beginners, no experience needed. Bring a garment to upcycle or create a postcard to send to a friend.
Amsterdam Acrylics Demo
with the Art Supply Depō
(F) November 13 | 1 — 3 p.m. | Sylvania
Join us for a creative afternoon learning how to use Amsterdam Acrylics to make a beautiful painting of a sunflower.
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
(Sa) November 14 | 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!
Water mediums and colored pencils with Holbein
Demonstration with the Art Supply Depō
(Sa) November 14 | 11 a.m. — 1 p.m. | Sylvania
Join artist and Holbein Brand Ambassador, Michelle Hunt, in an interactive demonstration of their watercolors, gouache, colored pencils, and more!
Oil Paints with Holbein
Demonstration with the Art Supply Depō
(Sa) November 14 | 2 — 4 p.m. | Sylvania
Join artist and Holbein Brand Ambassador, Michelle Hunt, in an interactive demonstration of their oil paints, which provide the beauty of oil paints without the troublesome cleanup.
Glass Bottle Succulent Planter
(M) November 16 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | Waterville
Let Green Crow Plants lead you through how to create a lovely succulent planter from glasses you can easily find and upcycle!
Acrylic Painting with Shannon
(M) November 16 | 6 — 8 p.m. | Lagrange
Learn to paint birch trees on a rainbow background with alcohol inks and acrylics. This is a fun experimental class that produces beautiful pictures.
Simmer Pots with Luckey Road Lavender Farm
(M) November 16 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | West Toledo
Fill your home with the fresh and soothing scent of lavender. We'll learn to mix dried ingredients for a simmer pot packet with Luckey Road Lavender Farms.
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
Experienced volunteer available to assist.
(W) November 18 | 11 a.m. — 1 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!
Glass Bottle Succulent Planter
(W) November 18 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | Reynolds Corners
Let Green Crow Plants lead you through how to create a lovely succulent planter from glasses you can easily find and upcycle!
Create Now
Presented by NAMI Greater Toledo
(Th) November 19 | 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.
Simmer Pots with Luckey Road Lavender Farm
(Th) November 19 | 6 — 7 p.m. | Sylvania
Fill your home with the fresh and soothing scent of lavender. We'll learn to mix dried ingredients for a simmer pot packet with Luckey Road Lavender Farms.
Knitting and Crocheting Club
(Th) November 19 | 6 — 8 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!
Knitting and Crocheting Club
(F) November 20 | 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!
Color Me Calm
Relaxation for Grown-Ups
(M) November 23 | 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 assist.
(W) November 25 | 11 a.m. — 1 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) November 28 | 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
(Tu) December 1 | 1 — 3 p.m. | Waterville
Meet with other adults who knit, crochet, embroider, and more. Bring your works in progress and enjoy crafting in s social atmosphere. Crafters should have a basic working knowledge of their project.
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
(M) December 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!
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
(Sa) December 12 | 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!
Monday Matinee
Classic Films and Coloring
(M) December 14 | 1:30 — 3:30 p.m. | West Toledo
Watch a film from Hollywood's "Golden Age" or color to your heart's content. There's no wrong answer!
Glass Bottle Succulent Planter
(Th) September 17 | 6:30 — 8 p.m. | Main Library
Let Green Crow Plants lead you through how to create a lovely succulent planter from glasses you can easily find and upcycle!
Learn & Play Storytime with WGTE
(F) September 18 | 10 a.m. — 11 p.m. | Mott
A special storytime utilizing beloved PBS KIDS programming and characters.
Waterville Cookbook Club
Ina Garten "The Barefoot Contessa"
(M) September 21 | 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.
Latin-Inspired Appetizers
Provided by the Sofia Quintero Art and Cultural Center
(Tu) September 22 | 6 — 7 p.m. | South
Join us in learning how to make flavorful Latin-inspired appetizers.
A Chocolate Experience with Luvable Sweets
(Tu) September 22 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | West Toledo
Create a delicious and customized chocolate bar. In order to allow as many people as possible to enjoy these very popular classes, please only register for this class at one location.
A Chocolate Experience with Luvable Sweets
(M) September 28 | 6 — 7 p.m. | Birmingham
Create a delicious and customized chocolate bar. In order to allow as many people as possible to enjoy these very popular classes, please only register for this class at one location.
Autumn Cookie Decorating
(M) September 28 | 6 — 7 p.m. | South
Decorate autumn cookies with Brookie's Cookies. In order to allow as many people as possible to enjoy these very popular classes, please only register for this class at one location.
Home Brew Coffee with Plate 21
(W) September 30 | 7 — 8 p.m. | Mott
Baristas from South Toledo cafe Plate 21 will lead you through this class on pour over training, coffee sourcing, and how to make great coffee at home.
Sow and Reap Gardens for Adults Herb Gardens
Herb Gardens (Make & Take)
(M) October 5 | 6 — 8 p.m. | King Road
Participants plant a small herb container using 2–3 herbs.
Home Brew Coffee with Plate 21
(M) October 5 | 6 — 7 p.m. | Sylvania
Baristas from South Toledo cafe Plate 21 will lead you through this class on pour over training, coffee sourcing, and how to make great coffee at home.
A Chocolate Experience with Luvable Sweets
(Th) October 8 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Sanger
Create a delicious and customized chocolate bar. In order to allow as many people as possible to enjoy these very popular classes, please only register for this class at one location.
Autumn Cookie Decorating
(Th) October 8 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Maumee
Decorate autumn cookies with Brookie's Cookies. In order to allow as many people as possible to enjoy these very popular classes, please only register for this class at one location.
A Chocolate Experience with Luvable Sweets
(Sa) October 10 | 11 a.m. — noon | Oregon
Create a delicious and customized chocolate bar. In order to allow as many people as possible to enjoy these very popular classes, please only register for this class at one location.
A Chocolate Experience with Luvable Sweets
(Tu) October 13 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Lagrange
Create a delicious and customized chocolate bar. In order to allow as many people as possible to enjoy these very popular classes, please only register for this class at one location.
Glass Bottle Succulent Planter
(Th) October 15 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | Oregon
Let Green Crow Plants lead you through how to create a lovely succulent planter from glasses you can easily find and upcycle!
Waterville Cookbook Club
European Foods
(M) October 19 | 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.
Latin-Inspired Appetizers
Provided by the Sofia Quintero Art and Cultural Center
(Th) October 22 | 6 — 7 p.m. | Sanger
Join us in learning how to make flavorful Latin-inspired appetizers.
A Chocolate Experience with Luvable Sweets
(Sa) October 24 | 3 — 4 p.m. | Main Library
Create a delicious and customized chocolate bar. In order to allow as many people as possible to enjoy these very popular classes, please only register for this class at one location.
Sow and Reap Gardens for Adults: Indoor and Winter Sowing
Indoor and Winter Sowing
(Th) October 29 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Main Library
Teaches indoor and winter sowing methods. Participants leave with planted seeds.
A Chocolate Experience with Luvable Sweets
(M) November 9 | 6 — 7 p.m. | Point Place
Create a delicious and customized chocolate bar. In order to allow as many people as possible to enjoy these very popular classes, please only register for this class at one location.
Glass Bottle Succulent Planter
(Tu) November 10 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | Maumee
Let Green Crow Plants lead you through how to create a lovely succulent planter from glasses you can easily find and upcycle!
Home Brew Coffee with Plate 21
(Th) November 12 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Main Library
Baristas from South Toledo cafe Plate 21 will lead you through this class on pour over training, coffee sourcing, and how to make great coffee at home.
A Chocolate Experience with Luvable Sweets
(Sa) November 14 | 10 — 11:30 a.m. | Heatherdowns
Create a delicious and customized chocolate bar. In order to allow as many people as possible to enjoy these very popular classes, please only register for this class at one location.
Autumn Cookie Decorating
(Sa) November 14 | 10 — 11 a.m. | Oregon
Decorate autumn cookies with Brookie's Cookies. In order to allow as many people as possible to enjoy these very popular classes, please only register for this class at one location.
A Chocolate Experience with Luvable Sweets
(M) November 16 | 6 — 7 p.m. | Kent
Create a delicious and customized chocolate bar. In order to allow as many people as possible to enjoy these very popular classes, please only register for this class at one location.
Glass Bottle Succulent Planter
(M) November 16 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | Waterville
Let Green Crow Plants lead you through how to create a lovely succulent planter from glasses you can easily find and upcycle!
Waterville Cookbook Club
Recipes using Jello
(M) November 16 | 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.
Glass Bottle Succulent Planter
(W) November 18 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | Reynolds Corners
Let Green Crow Plants lead you through how to create a lovely succulent planter from glasses you can easily find and upcycle!
Creative Writing Club
(Sa) September 19 | 9:30 — 11:30 a.m. | Reynolds Corners
Join other writers of all skill levels as we write together, share feedback, and improve our craft. No writing experience necessary!
Creative Writing Club
(Sa) October 17 | 9:30 — 11:30 a.m. | Reynolds Corners
Join other writers of all skill levels as we write together, share feedback, and improve our craft. No writing experience necessary!
Creative Writing Club
(Sa) November 21 | 9:30 — 11:30 a.m. | Reynolds Corners
Join other writers of all skill levels as we write together, share feedback, and improve our craft. No writing experience necessary!
Creative Writing Club
(Sa) December 19 | 9:30 — 11:30 a.m. | Reynolds Corners
Join other writers of all skill levels as we write together, share feedback, and improve our craft. No writing experience necessary!
Creative Writing Club
(Sa) January 16 | 9:30 — 11:30 a.m. | Reynolds Corners
Join other writers of all skill levels as we write together, share feedback, and improve our craft. No writing experience necessary!
Creative Writing Club
(Sa) February 20 | 9:30 — 11:30 a.m. | Reynolds Corners
Join other writers of all skill levels as we write together, share feedback, and improve our craft. No writing experience necessary!
Local History and Genealogy Department Tour
Genealogy Fair | Presented by Toledo Library
(Sa) September 26 | 12 a.m. — 11:59 p.m. | Main Library
Visit the Local History and Genealogy Department for a half hour tour of our resources. Tours will take place at 10:00, 11:00, 2:00, and 3:00.
Genealogy and Local History Fair Exhibitor Hall
Toledo Library Genealogy and Local History Fair
(Sa) September 26 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Main Library
Connect with local and regional genealogy organizations, authors, and services to help with your family history search.
Jazz to Hip Hop: Black American Music and Fashion
Toledo Library Genealogy and Local History Fair
(Sa) September 26 | 10 — 11 a.m. | Main Library
Brought to you by the Ohio History Connection, this program covers the intersection of music, race, and popular fashion from Jazz to R&B to Hip Hop.
Homespun & Calico: Researching the Lives of Our Foremothers
Toledo Library's Genealogy and Local History Fair
(Sa) September 26 | 10 — 11 a.m. | Main Library
Keynote speaker Peggy Clemens Lauritzen will discuss frequently overlooked sources and creative research strategies that can reveal the lives of our foremothers, despite sparse historical records.
Preserving Personal Archives in the Digital Age
Toledo Library Genealogy and Local History Fair
(Sa) September 26 | 11:15 a.m. — 12:15 p.m. | Main Library
Learn practical methods for preserving personal archives, including photographs, documents, audio, and digital files along with organizational strategies, long-term storage practices.
Missing Identities: Tracing Family Lines Without Fathers
Toledo Library Genealogy and Local History Fair
(Sa) September 26 | 11:15 a.m. — 12:15 p.m. | Main Library
Featured speaker, Peggy Clemens Lauritzen, will explore clues and resources that can help researchers trace family lines when a father's identity appears to be missing.
Lunch | Genealogy and Local History Fair
Toledo Library Genealogy and Local History Fair
(Sa) September 26 | 12:30 — 1:30 p.m. | Main Library
Pepperoni and cheese pizza, fruit, and bottled water will be provided free of charge to fair attendees. Limit two slices per fair participant.
One-to-One Genealogy Assistance
Genealogy Fair | Presented by Toledo Library
(Sa) September 26 | 12:30 — 1:45 p.m. | Main Library
Personalized genealogy assistance sessions will be offered in 15-minute increments in Meeting Rooms 3 and 4 during the Local History and Genealogy Fair from 12:30-1:45 p.m. First come/first served.
Up in Smoke! What to do When the Courthouse Burns
Toledo Library's Genealogy and Local History Fair
(Sa) September 26 | 1:45 — 2:45 p.m. | Main Library
What should you do when a certain official vital record cannot be found do to fire or other incident? Search for the next best thing. This session will discuss reliable, unofficial records.
How to Find a Death Record for a Death in Lucas County
Toledo Library Genealogy and Local History Fair
(Sa) September 26 | 3 — 4:15 p.m. | Main Library
A how-to guide for genealogists, that desire to locate and obtain the death records of past residents of Lucas County, Ohio.
Community Research: Historic Places and Historical Markers
Toledo Library's Genealogy and Local History Fair
(Sa) September 26 | 3 — 4 p.m. | Main Library
From keynote speaker Peggy Clemens Lauritzen - Those metal signs you see on old buildings or the metal historic markers by the side of the road may offer clues to the lives of your ancestors.
Create Your Own Travel Journal
(W) February 10 | 6 — 8 p.m. | Kent
Artist Liz Hayes will guide you through making a hard back travel journal, introducing techniques for your pages such as hand sewing, gluing, medium techniques, stamping, collage, and image transfer.
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
Experienced volunteer available to assist.
(W) September 16 | 11 a.m. — 1 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!
Creative Writing Club
(Sa) September 19 | 9:30 — 11:30 a.m. | Reynolds Corners
Join other writers of all skill levels as we write together, share feedback, and improve our craft. No writing experience necessary!
Saturday Morning Chess
(Sa) September 19 | 10 a.m. — 2:30 p.m. | Main Library
Drop in to play, learn, and practice your chess skills. All experience levels are welcome
Waterville Cookbook Club
Ina Garten "The Barefoot Contessa"
(M) September 21 | 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.
Mahjong Club for Adults
Hosted by Cordial Rivalry
(M) September 21 | 6 — 8 p.m. | King Road
Have you always wanted to play American Mahjong? Whether you're a newbie or an experienced player, we are here to help!
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
(M) September 21 | 6 — 8 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Meet with others who knit, crochet, embroider, and more. Bring your works in progress or just come for ideas and inspiration. Beginners and experienced crafters of all ages are welcome to attend!
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
Experienced volunteer available to assist.
(W) September 23 | 11 a.m. — 1 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!
Saturday Morning Chess
(Sa) September 26 | 10 a.m. — 2:30 p.m. | Main Library
Drop in to play, learn, and practice your chess skills. All experience levels are welcome
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
(M) September 28 | 6 — 8 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Meet with others who knit, crochet, embroider, and more. Bring your works in progress or just come for ideas and inspiration. Beginners and experienced crafters of all ages are welcome to attend!
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
Experienced volunteer available to assist.
(W) September 30 | 11 a.m. — 1 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!
Article Club
with the Press Club of Toledo
(Th) October 1 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Sylvania
In partnership with the Press Club of Toledo, discuss how the news gets made through an in-depth analysis of topical news articles.
Saturday Morning Chess
(Sa) October 3 | 10 a.m. — 2:30 p.m. | Main Library
Drop in to play, learn, and practice your chess skills. All experience levels are welcome
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
(Sa) October 3 | 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
(M) October 5 | 6 — 8 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Meet with others who knit, crochet, embroider, and more. Bring your works in progress or just come for ideas and inspiration. Beginners and experienced crafters of all ages are welcome to attend!
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
(M) October 5 | 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!
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
(Tu) October 6 | 1 — 3 p.m. | Waterville
Meet with other adults who knit, crochet, embroider, and more. Bring your works in progress and enjoy crafting in a social atmosphere. Crafters should have a basic knowledge of their project.
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
Experienced volunteer available to assist.
(W) October 7 | 11 a.m. — 1 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!
Saturday Morning Chess
(Sa) October 10 | 10 a.m. — 2:30 p.m. | Main Library
Drop in to play, learn, and practice your chess skills. All experience levels are welcome
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
(M) October 12 | 6 — 8 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Meet with others who knit, crochet, embroider, and more. Bring your works in progress or just come for ideas and inspiration. Beginners and experienced crafters of all ages are welcome to attend!
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
Experienced volunteer available to assist.
(W) October 14 | 11 a.m. — 1 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!
Creative Writing Club
(Sa) October 17 | 9:30 — 11:30 a.m. | Reynolds Corners
Join other writers of all skill levels as we write together, share feedback, and improve our craft. No writing experience necessary!
Saturday Morning Chess
(Sa) October 17 | 10 a.m. — 2:30 p.m. | Main Library
Drop in to play, learn, and practice your chess skills. All experience levels are welcome
Mahjong Club for Adults
Hosted by Cordial Rivalry
(M) October 19 | 6 — 8 p.m. | King Road
Have you always wanted to play American Mahjong? Whether you're a newbie or an experienced player, we are here to help!
Waterville Cookbook Club
European Foods
(M) October 19 | 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.
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
(M) October 19 | 6 — 8 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Meet with others who knit, crochet, embroider, and more. Bring your works in progress or just come for ideas and inspiration. Beginners and experienced crafters of all ages are welcome to attend!
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
Experienced volunteer available to assist.
(W) October 21 | 11 a.m. — 1 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!
Saturday Morning Chess
(Sa) October 24 | 10 a.m. — 2:30 p.m. | Main Library
Drop in to play, learn, and practice your chess skills. All experience levels are welcome
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
(M) October 26 | 6 — 8 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Meet with others who knit, crochet, embroider, and more. Bring your works in progress or just come for ideas and inspiration. Beginners and experienced crafters of all ages are welcome to attend!
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
Experienced volunteer available to assist.
(W) October 28 | 11 a.m. — 1 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!
Saturday Morning Chess
(Sa) October 31 | 10 a.m. — 2:30 p.m. | Main Library
Drop in to play, learn, and practice your chess skills. All experience levels are welcome
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
(Sa) October 31 | 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
(M) November 2 | 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!
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
(M) November 2 | 6 — 8 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Meet with others who knit, crochet, embroider, and more. Bring your works in progress or just come for ideas and inspiration. Beginners and experienced crafters of all ages are welcome to attend!
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
(Tu) November 3 | 1 — 3 p.m. | Waterville
Meet with other adults who knit, crochet, embroider, and more. Bring your works in progress and enjoy crafting in s social atmosphere. Crafters should have a basic working knowledge of their project.
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
Experienced volunteer available to assist.
(W) November 4 | 11 a.m. — 1 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!
Article Club
with the Press Club of Toledo
(Th) November 5 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Sylvania
In partnership with the Press Club of Toledo, discuss how the news gets made through an in-depth analysis of topical news articles.
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
(M) November 9 | 6 — 8 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Meet with others who knit, crochet, embroider, and more. Bring your works in progress or just come for ideas and inspiration. Beginners and experienced crafters of all ages are welcome to attend!
Saturday Morning Chess
(Sa) November 14 | 10 a.m. — 2:30 p.m. | Main Library
Drop in to play, learn, and practice your chess skills. All experience levels are welcome
Waterville Cookbook Club
Recipes using Jello
(M) November 16 | 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.
Mahjong Club for Adults
Hosted by Cordial Rivalry
(M) November 16 | 6 — 8 p.m. | King Road
Have you always wanted to play American Mahjong? Whether you're a newbie or an experienced player, we are here to help!
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
(M) November 16 | 6 — 8 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Meet with others who knit, crochet, embroider, and more. Bring your works in progress or just come for ideas and inspiration. Beginners and experienced crafters of all ages are welcome to attend!
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
Experienced volunteer available to assist.
(W) November 18 | 11 a.m. — 1 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!
Creative Writing Club
(Sa) November 21 | 9:30 — 11:30 a.m. | Reynolds Corners
Join other writers of all skill levels as we write together, share feedback, and improve our craft. No writing experience necessary!
Saturday Morning Chess
(Sa) November 21 | 10 a.m. — 2:30 p.m. | Main Library
Drop in to play, learn, and practice your chess skills. All experience levels are welcome
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
(M) November 23 | 6 — 8 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Meet with others who knit, crochet, embroider, and more. Bring your works in progress or just come for ideas and inspiration. Beginners and experienced crafters of all ages are welcome to attend!
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
Experienced volunteer available to assist.
(W) November 25 | 11 a.m. — 1 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!
Saturday Morning Chess
(Sa) November 28 | 10 a.m. — 2:30 p.m. | Main Library
Drop in to play, learn, and practice your chess skills. All experience levels are welcome
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
(Sa) November 28 | 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
(M) November 30 | 6 — 8 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Meet with others who knit, crochet, embroider, and more. Bring your works in progress or just come for ideas and inspiration. Beginners and experienced crafters of all ages are welcome to attend!
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
(Tu) December 1 | 1 — 3 p.m. | Waterville
Meet with other adults who knit, crochet, embroider, and more. Bring your works in progress and enjoy crafting in s social atmosphere. Crafters should have a basic working knowledge of their project.
Saturday Morning Chess
(Sa) December 5 | 10 a.m. — 2:30 p.m. | Main Library
Drop in to play, learn, and practice your chess skills. All experience levels are welcome
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
(M) December 7 | 6 — 8 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Meet with others who knit, crochet, embroider, and more. Bring your works in progress or just come for ideas and inspiration. Beginners and experienced crafters of all ages are welcome to attend!
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
(M) December 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!
Saturday Morning Chess
(Sa) December 12 | 10 a.m. — 2:30 p.m. | Main Library
Drop in to play, learn, and practice your chess skills. All experience levels are welcome
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
(M) December 14 | 6 — 8 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Meet with others who knit, crochet, embroider, and more. Bring your works in progress or just come for ideas and inspiration. Beginners and experienced crafters of all ages are welcome to attend!
Creative Writing Club
(Sa) December 19 | 9:30 — 11:30 a.m. | Reynolds Corners
Join other writers of all skill levels as we write together, share feedback, and improve our craft. No writing experience necessary!
Saturday Morning Chess
(Sa) December 19 | 10 a.m. — 2:30 p.m. | Main Library
Drop in to play, learn, and practice your chess skills. All experience levels are welcome
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
(M) December 21 | 6 — 8 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Meet with others who knit, crochet, embroider, and more. Bring your works in progress or just come for ideas and inspiration. Beginners and experienced crafters of all ages are welcome to attend!
Mahjong Club for Adults
Hosted by Cordial Rivalry
(M) December 21 | 6 — 8 p.m. | King Road
Have you always wanted to play American Mahjong? Whether you're a newbie or an experienced player, we are here to help!
Saturday Morning Chess
(Sa) December 26 | 10 a.m. — 2:30 p.m. | Main Library
Drop in to play, learn, and practice your chess skills. All experience levels are welcome
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
(Sa) December 26 | 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
(M) December 28 | 6 — 8 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Meet with others who knit, crochet, embroider, and more. Bring your works in progress or just come for ideas and inspiration. Beginners and experienced crafters of all ages are welcome to attend!
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
(Tu) January 5 | 1 — 3 p.m. | Waterville
Meet with other adults who knit, crochet, embroider, and more. Bring your works in progress and enjoy crafting in s social atmosphere. Crafters should have a basic working knowledge of their project.
Creative Writing Club
(Sa) January 16 | 9:30 — 11:30 a.m. | Reynolds Corners
Join other writers of all skill levels as we write together, share feedback, and improve our craft. No writing experience necessary!
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
(Tu) February 2 | 1 — 3 p.m. | Waterville
Meet with other adults who knit, crochet, embroider, and more. Bring your works in progress and enjoy crafting in s social atmosphere. Crafters should have a basic working knowledge of their project.
Creative Writing Club
(Sa) February 20 | 9:30 — 11:30 a.m. | Reynolds Corners
Join other writers of all skill levels as we write together, share feedback, and improve our craft. No writing experience necessary!
3D printing 101
Intro to Slicing 3D Models
(W) September 16 | 6:30 — 8 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Step 1 of 3D printing is "slicing” the model. We will look at the Prusa Slicer and the PreForm Slicer programs and all the factors that go into determining what is necessary to print at the library.
Introduction to 3D modeling with Tinkercad
(F) October 2 | 2:30 — 4 p.m. | King Road
Build a custom 3D model using Tinkercad.
3D Printing 101:
Introduction to 3D Modeling with Tinkercad
(Th) October 8 | 7 — 8 p.m. | Main Library
Build a custom 3D model using Tinkercad.
Learn to Craft with the Cricut
(M) October 12 | 6 — 6:30 p.m. | Maumee
Spend one-to-one time with a librarian to learn how to use the Cricut and leave with a craft.
Learn to Craft with the Cricut
(M) October 12 | 6:45 — 7:15 p.m. | Maumee
Spend one-to-one time with a librarian to learn how to use the Cricut and leave with a craft.
Learn to Craft with the Cricut
(M) October 12 | 7:30 — 8 p.m. | Maumee
Spend one-to-one time with a librarian to learn how to use the Cricut and leave with a craft.
Create a seasonal card using the Cricut
(Th) October 22 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | Sylvania
Interested in outdoing and impressing your friends and family with your yearly greeting card?
Cricut 101: Craft a Seasonal Greeting Card
(Th) November 5 | 6:30 — 8 p.m. | Main Library
Create a seasonal pop-up card using the Cricut.
Learn to Craft with the Cricut
(M) November 9 | 6 — 6:30 p.m. | Maumee
Spend one-to-one time with a librarian to learn how to use the Cricut and leave with a craft.
Learn to Craft with the Cricut
(M) November 9 | 6:45 — 7:15 p.m. | Maumee
Spend one-to-one time with a librarian to learn how to use the Cricut and leave with a craft.
Learn to Craft with the Cricut
(M) November 9 | 7:30 — 8 p.m. | Maumee
Spend one-to-one time with a librarian to learn how to use the Cricut and leave with a craft.
Printmaking Workshop
(W) November 11 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | Main Library
This is a printmaking workshop for beginners, no experience needed. Bring a garment to upcycle or create a postcard to send to a friend.
Inclusive Crafts with Toledo Library Making
Programming for Adults with IDD and Peers
(M) November 16 | 10 — 11 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.
Learn to Craft with the Cricut
(M) December 14 | 6 — 6:30 p.m. | Maumee
Spend one-to-one time with a librarian to learn how to use the Cricut and leave with a craft.
Learn to Craft with the Cricut
(M) December 14 | 6:45 — 7:15 p.m. | Maumee
Spend one-to-one time with a librarian to learn how to use the Cricut and leave with a craft.
Learn to Craft with the Cricut
(M) December 14 | 7:30 — 8 p.m. | Maumee
Spend one-to-one time with a librarian to learn how to use the Cricut and leave with a craft.
Learn to Craft with the Cricut
Make a Valentine's Day Card
(M) February 8 | 6 — 6:30 p.m. | Maumee
Spend one-to-one time with a librarian to learn how to use the Cricut and leave with a craft.
Learn to Craft with the Cricut
Make a Valentine's Day Card
(M) February 8 | 6:45 — 7:15 p.m. | Maumee
Spend one-to-one time with a librarian to learn how to use the Cricut and leave with a craft.
Learn to Craft with the Cricut
Make a Valentine's Day Card
(M) February 8 | 7:30 — 8 p.m. | Maumee
Spend one-to-one time with a librarian to learn how to use the Cricut and leave with a craft.
Genealogy and Local History Fair Exhibitor Hall
Toledo Library Genealogy and Local History Fair
(Sa) September 26 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Main Library
Connect with local and regional genealogy organizations, authors, and services to help with your family history search.
Jazz to Hip Hop: Black American Music and Fashion
Toledo Library Genealogy and Local History Fair
(Sa) September 26 | 10 — 11 a.m. | Main Library
Brought to you by the Ohio History Connection, this program covers the intersection of music, race, and popular fashion from Jazz to R&B to Hip Hop.
Homespun & Calico: Researching the Lives of Our Foremothers
Toledo Library's Genealogy and Local History Fair
(Sa) September 26 | 10 — 11 a.m. | Main Library
Keynote speaker Peggy Clemens Lauritzen will discuss frequently overlooked sources and creative research strategies that can reveal the lives of our foremothers, despite sparse historical records.
Preserving Personal Archives in the Digital Age
Toledo Library Genealogy and Local History Fair
(Sa) September 26 | 11:15 a.m. — 12:15 p.m. | Main Library
Learn practical methods for preserving personal archives, including photographs, documents, audio, and digital files along with organizational strategies, long-term storage practices.
Missing Identities: Tracing Family Lines Without Fathers
Toledo Library Genealogy and Local History Fair
(Sa) September 26 | 11:15 a.m. — 12:15 p.m. | Main Library
Featured speaker, Peggy Clemens Lauritzen, will explore clues and resources that can help researchers trace family lines when a father's identity appears to be missing.
Lunch | Genealogy and Local History Fair
Toledo Library Genealogy and Local History Fair
(Sa) September 26 | 12:30 — 1:30 p.m. | Main Library
Pepperoni and cheese pizza, fruit, and bottled water will be provided free of charge to fair attendees. Limit two slices per fair participant.
Up in Smoke! What to do When the Courthouse Burns
Toledo Library's Genealogy and Local History Fair
(Sa) September 26 | 1:45 — 2:45 p.m. | Main Library
What should you do when a certain official vital record cannot be found do to fire or other incident? Search for the next best thing. This session will discuss reliable, unofficial records.
How to Find a Death Record for a Death in Lucas County
Toledo Library Genealogy and Local History Fair
(Sa) September 26 | 3 — 4:15 p.m. | Main Library
A how-to guide for genealogists, that desire to locate and obtain the death records of past residents of Lucas County, Ohio.
Community Research: Historic Places and Historical Markers
Toledo Library's Genealogy and Local History Fair
(Sa) September 26 | 3 — 4 p.m. | Main Library
From keynote speaker Peggy Clemens Lauritzen - Those metal signs you see on old buildings or the metal historic markers by the side of the road may offer clues to the lives of your ancestors.
Romance-Con Presents | Beverly Jenkins and Nikki Payne
Celebrating America 250
(W) September 30 | 6 — 8 p.m. | Main Library
Join living legend and 2017 RWA Nora Roberts Lifetime Achievement Award winner, Beverly Jenkins, in conversation with Nikki Payne, for a discussion of her writing, impact and legacy.
Authors! with Susan Zurenda
Sponsored by The Library Legacy Foundation
(Th) October 1 | 7 — 8 p.m. | Main Library
Susan Zurenda joins Authors! to discuss her latest book, No Way Out but Through.
The Rocky Horror Mean Girls Picture Show
Ohio Goes to the Movies
(Sa) October 3 | 1 — 4 p.m. | Main Library
It's October 3rd, so get in, loser — we're watching Mean Girls! Wear your best pink, and we'll provide the crown or Santa Hat for this Rocky Horror-style screening. You go, Glen Coco!
Northwest Ohio Silent Witness Unveiling Ceremony
(Th) October 8 | 6 — 8 p.m. | Main Library
The Silent Witness Project Unveiling Ceremony is a solemn ceremony recounts the stories of women and girls whose lives ended violently at the hands of an intimate partner or stalker.
Educator Resource Day
(W) October 14 | 4:30 — 8 p.m. | Main Library
Educators of all ages are invited to learn about the best books of 2026 and Library resources. Contact hours and pizza will be provided. Bring your favorite book to share.
Ohio Poetry Day | Evan Lodge Workshop
Led by Professor Jennifer Moore
(Sa) October 17 | 10 a.m. — noon | Main Library
Learn more about Ohio poet Evan Lodge
Women and Health
A Steinem Sisters Talking Circle
(W) October 21 | 6:30 — 8 p.m. | Reynolds Corners
The Steinem Sisters Collection invites you to join us for a special Talking Circle focusing on Women and Health.
Authors! with Michael Koryta
Sponsored by The Library Legacy Foundation
(W) October 21 | 7 — 8 p.m. | Main Library
The New York Times bestselling author of "Those Who Wish Me Dead" joins Authors! to discuss his latest book, "Die Famous."
Authors! with Bethany Joy Lenz
Sponsored by The Library Legacy Foundation
(Th) October 29 | 7 — 8 p.m. | Main Library
New York Times bestselling author of "Dinner for Vampires" joins Authors! to discuss her latest book, "The Betrayal of Cora Wexford."
Authors! with Ellery Adams
Sponsored by The Library Legacy Foundation
(W) November 4 | 7 — 8 p.m. | Main Library
New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling author Ellery Adams joins Authors! with her new book, "Invasive Species."
Romance Author Fair
Romance-Con | Presented by Toledo Library
(Sa) November 7 | 9 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Main Library
Meet, mingle, and purchase your next favorite read by authors from across the country, including Romance-Con's featured authors and panelists. Exclusive merch from Jupmode will also be available.
Sensory (Quiet) Room
(Sa) November 7 | 9 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Main Library
Please visit our sensory room if you are in need of a quiet break from the Romance-Con crowd.
Toledo Library Romance-Con | Adriana Herrera & Ali Hazelwood
Presented with support from Destination Toledo
(Sa) November 7 | 10 — 11:15 a.m. | Main Library
USA Today bestselling author Adriana Herrera and No. 1 New York Times bestselling author Ali Hazelwood join us to discuss romance writing, collaboration, and friendship. Participant Q&A to follow.
Romance-Con Crafts and Activities
Romance-Con | Presented by Toledo Library
(Sa) November 7 | 10 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Main Library
Construct a friendship bracelet, star in your own book cover photoshoot, color a bookmark, and more! For a full list of activities, see your passport or the full description.
Love at First Listen: Romance's Audiobook Era
Romance-Con | Presented by Toledo Library
(Sa) November 7 | 10:15 — 11 a.m. | Main Library
Join our panelists and audiobook narrator Jason Clarke for a conversation about how narration brings characters to life, broadens accessibility, and how hearing their stories impacts authors.
Your Favorite Authors' Favorite Authors
Romance-Con | Presented by Toledo Library
(Sa) November 7 | 11:15 a.m. — noon | Main Library
Behind every romance author is a bookshelf full of their favorites. Kate Robb will lead this panel as they share the authors and stories that influenced them, while you add to your growing TBR pile!
Swipe, Scroll, Swoon: Romance in the Age of Social Media
Romance-Con | Presented by Toledo Library
(Sa) November 7 | 11:15 a.m. — noon | Main Library
Today's romance community extends far beyond the pages of a book. Led by Susan Lee, this panel will discuss how social media has affected their process and how they connect with readers.
Just One Bed: The Tropification of Romance
Romance-Con | Presented by Toledo Library
(Sa) November 7 | 12:15 — 1 p.m. | Main Library
From "there's only one bed" to "who did this to you?," tropes have become synonymous with the romance genre. Join Jo Segura and panelists in a discussion about how tropes inform the books they write.
Heart or Market? Finding the Balance
Romance-Con | Presented by Toledo Library
(Sa) November 7 | 12:15 — 1 p.m. | Main Library
Do you write the book of your heart or the book the market is asking for? Kathryn Moon will speak with panelists about the balance between creative fulfillment and commercial success.
Lights, Camera, HEA: Romance Screen Adaptations
Romance-Con | Presented by Toledo Library
(Sa) November 7 | 2 — 2:45 p.m. | Main Library
The rom-com is back, and we are here for it! Cara Tanamachi and panelists will explore how screen adaptations have helped boost the genre, influence publishing trends, and create new readers.
Romance-Con | Elizabeth Stephens & Julian Winters
Presented with support from Destination Toledo
(Sa) November 7 | 3 — 4:15 p.m. | Main Library
USA Today bestselling authors Elizabeth Stephens and Julian Winters will join Terreece M. Clarke in conversation. Participant Q&A to follow.
Murders in the Library, an Interactive Magic Show with Jim
(M) January 25 | 6 — 7 p.m. | Maumee
Help discover fun facts about fan-favorite authors and book characters while enjoying some amazing feats of magic and mentalism.
Athena Art Society
A Discussion with Leslie Dietsch
(M) February 22 | 1 — 2 p.m. | Sylvania
Michigan artist, Leslie Dietsch, will discuss her work and her experience with art residencies for the Athena Art Society. Join us for a presentation of her art work.
Homespun & Calico: Researching the Lives of Our Foremothers
Toledo Library's Genealogy and Local History Fair
(Sa) September 26 | 10 — 11 a.m. | Main Library
Keynote speaker Peggy Clemens Lauritzen will discuss frequently overlooked sources and creative research strategies that can reveal the lives of our foremothers, despite sparse historical records.
Missing Identities: Tracing Family Lines Without Fathers
Toledo Library Genealogy and Local History Fair
(Sa) September 26 | 11:15 a.m. — 12:15 p.m. | Main Library
Featured speaker, Peggy Clemens Lauritzen, will explore clues and resources that can help researchers trace family lines when a father's identity appears to be missing.
Up in Smoke! What to do When the Courthouse Burns
Toledo Library's Genealogy and Local History Fair
(Sa) September 26 | 1:45 — 2:45 p.m. | Main Library
What should you do when a certain official vital record cannot be found do to fire or other incident? Search for the next best thing. This session will discuss reliable, unofficial records.
Community Research: Historic Places and Historical Markers
Toledo Library's Genealogy and Local History Fair
(Sa) September 26 | 3 — 4 p.m. | Main Library
From keynote speaker Peggy Clemens Lauritzen - Those metal signs you see on old buildings or the metal historic markers by the side of the road may offer clues to the lives of your ancestors.
Romance-Con Presents | Beverly Jenkins and Nikki Payne
Celebrating America 250
(W) September 30 | 6 — 8 p.m. | Main Library
Join living legend and 2017 RWA Nora Roberts Lifetime Achievement Award winner, Beverly Jenkins, in conversation with Nikki Payne, for a discussion of her writing, impact and legacy.
Authors! with Susan Zurenda
Sponsored by The Library Legacy Foundation
(Th) October 1 | 7 — 8 p.m. | Main Library
Susan Zurenda joins Authors! to discuss her latest book, No Way Out but Through.
Ghost Talk with Toledo Ohio Ghost Hunters
(Tu) October 6 | 6 — 7 p.m. | Birmingham
Toledo Ohio Ghost Hunters will take you inside some of our most haunted locations in this spooky presentation. Join us, if you dare!
Horror Book Club featuring author Gretchen McNeil
They Fear Not Men in the Woods
(W) October 14 | 7 — 8 p.m. | Online Programs
From eerie classics to pulse-pounding new releases, embrace the thrill of chilling tales with fellow readers of all things macabre.
Haunted Toledo
Visit with Author Chris Bores
(Tu) October 20 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | West Toledo
Meet local author Chris Bores as he discusses the ghostly lore of the Glass City!
Authors! with Michael Koryta
Sponsored by The Library Legacy Foundation
(W) October 21 | 7 — 8 p.m. | Main Library
The New York Times bestselling author of "Those Who Wish Me Dead" joins Authors! to discuss his latest book, "Die Famous."
Ghost Talk with Toledo Ohio Ghost Hunters
(Tu) October 27 | 6 — 7 p.m. | Maumee
Toledo Ohio Ghost Hunters will take you inside some of our most haunted locations in this spooky presentation. Join us, if you dare!
Ghost Talk with Toledo Ohio Ghost Hunters
(W) October 28 | 2 — 3 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Toledo Ohio Ghost Hunters will take you inside some of our most haunted locations in this spooky presentation. Join us, if you dare!
Authors! with Bethany Joy Lenz
Sponsored by The Library Legacy Foundation
(Th) October 29 | 7 — 8 p.m. | Main Library
New York Times bestselling author of "Dinner for Vampires" joins Authors! to discuss her latest book, "The Betrayal of Cora Wexford."
Authors! with Ellery Adams
Sponsored by The Library Legacy Foundation
(W) November 4 | 7 — 8 p.m. | Main Library
New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling author Ellery Adams joins Authors! with her new book, "Invasive Species."
Romance Author Fair
Romance-Con | Presented by Toledo Library
(Sa) November 7 | 9 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Main Library
Meet, mingle, and purchase your next favorite read by authors from across the country, including Romance-Con's featured authors and panelists. Exclusive merch from Jupmode will also be available.
Toledo Library Romance-Con | Adriana Herrera & Ali Hazelwood
Presented with support from Destination Toledo
(Sa) November 7 | 10 — 11:15 a.m. | Main Library
USA Today bestselling author Adriana Herrera and No. 1 New York Times bestselling author Ali Hazelwood join us to discuss romance writing, collaboration, and friendship. Participant Q&A to follow.
Love at First Listen: Romance's Audiobook Era
Romance-Con | Presented by Toledo Library
(Sa) November 7 | 10:15 — 11 a.m. | Main Library
Join our panelists and audiobook narrator Jason Clarke for a conversation about how narration brings characters to life, broadens accessibility, and how hearing their stories impacts authors.
Your Favorite Authors' Favorite Authors
Romance-Con | Presented by Toledo Library
(Sa) November 7 | 11:15 a.m. — noon | Main Library
Behind every romance author is a bookshelf full of their favorites. Kate Robb will lead this panel as they share the authors and stories that influenced them, while you add to your growing TBR pile!
Swipe, Scroll, Swoon: Romance in the Age of Social Media
Romance-Con | Presented by Toledo Library
(Sa) November 7 | 11:15 a.m. — noon | Main Library
Today's romance community extends far beyond the pages of a book. Led by Susan Lee, this panel will discuss how social media has affected their process and how they connect with readers.
Just One Bed: The Tropification of Romance
Romance-Con | Presented by Toledo Library
(Sa) November 7 | 12:15 — 1 p.m. | Main Library
From "there's only one bed" to "who did this to you?," tropes have become synonymous with the romance genre. Join Jo Segura and panelists in a discussion about how tropes inform the books they write.
Heart or Market? Finding the Balance
Romance-Con | Presented by Toledo Library
(Sa) November 7 | 12:15 — 1 p.m. | Main Library
Do you write the book of your heart or the book the market is asking for? Kathryn Moon will speak with panelists about the balance between creative fulfillment and commercial success.
Lights, Camera, HEA: Romance Screen Adaptations
Romance-Con | Presented by Toledo Library
(Sa) November 7 | 2 — 2:45 p.m. | Main Library
The rom-com is back, and we are here for it! Cara Tanamachi and panelists will explore how screen adaptations have helped boost the genre, influence publishing trends, and create new readers.
Romance-Con | Elizabeth Stephens & Julian Winters
Presented with support from Destination Toledo
(Sa) November 7 | 3 — 4:15 p.m. | Main Library
USA Today bestselling authors Elizabeth Stephens and Julian Winters will join Terreece M. Clarke in conversation. Participant Q&A to follow.
Comic Book Club featuring author Jordan Clark
Ancestral Recall by Jordan Clark and Atagun Ilhan
(Th) February 18 | 7 — 8 p.m. | Online Programs
Do you love comics and graphic novels (or looking to get into them)? Join us as we discuss some of the most thought-provoking and artistically striking comics from across a variety of genres.
Meditation with Rust Belt Zen
(W) September 16 | 6 — 7 p.m. | Reynolds Corners
Learn the practice of meditation to introduce some mindfulness to your daily life.
Advance Care Planning with Hospice of Northwest Ohio
Living Wills and Healthcare Power of Attorney
(F) September 18 | 9:30 — 10:30 a.m. | West Toledo
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!
Emergency Preparedness: When the Lights Go Out
with Midwest Native Skills Institute
(M) September 21 | 6 — 7 p.m. | Point Place
This informative and practical workshop will help you understand the simple steps you can take now to protect yourself and your family during both short-term emergencies and longer-term disasters.
Taoist Tai Chi Introductory Session®
Taoist Tai Chi Society®
(Tu) September 22 | 6 — 7 p.m. | Sylvania
Come and learn the ancient art of tai chi to enhance health, well-being and balance. Accredited volunteer instructors will teach the Taoist form of tai chi for four weeks as an introduction.
Dementia - Now What?
Presented by the Pat Miller Foundation
(W) September 23 | noon — 1:30 p.m. | West Toledo
Get an overview of Dementia, learn how caregivers can manage different situations and stages of the disease, and discover organizations and resources.
Childbirth Preparation Class with Solace Health and Wellness
Sponsored by the Library Legacy Foundation
(Sa) September 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.
Color Me Calm
Relaxation for Grown-Ups
(M) September 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.
Emergency Preparedness: When the Lights Go Out
with Midwest Native Skills Institute
(M) October 12 | 6 — 7 p.m. | King Road
This informative and practical workshop will help you understand the simple steps you can take now to protect yourself and your family during both short-term emergencies and longer-term disasters.
Childbirth Preparation Class with Solace Health and Wellness
Sponsored by the Library Legacy Foundation
(Sa) October 24 | 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) October 26 | 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.
Taoist Tai Chi Introductory Session®
Taoist Tai Chi Society®
(Th) November 5 | 9:30 — 10:30 a.m. | Maumee
Come and learn the ancient art of tai chi to enhance health, well-being and balance. Accredited volunteer instructors will teach the Taoist form of tai chi for four weeks as an introduction.
Taoist Tai Chi Introductory Session®
Taoist Tai Chi Society®
(Th) November 12 | 9:30 — 10:30 a.m. | Maumee
Come and learn the ancient art of tai chi to enhance health, well-being and balance. Accredited volunteer instructors will teach the Taoist form of tai chi for four weeks as an introduction.
Meditation with Rust Belt Zen
(Th) November 12 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Sanger
Learn the practice of meditation to introduce some mindfulness to your daily life.
Advance Care Planning with Hospice of Northwest Ohio
Living Wills and Healthcare Power of Attorney
(F) November 13 | 9:30 — 10:30 a.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!
Taoist Tai Chi Introductory Session®
Taoist Tai Chi Society®
(Th) November 19 | 9:30 — 10:30 a.m. | Maumee
Come and learn the ancient art of tai chi to enhance health, well-being and balance. Accredited volunteer instructors will teach the Taoist form of tai chi for four weeks as an introduction.
Color Me Calm
Relaxation for Grown-Ups
(M) November 23 | 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 the Library Legacy Foundation
(Sa) November 28 | 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.
Taoist Tai Chi Introductory Session®
Taoist Tai Chi Society®
(Th) December 3 | 9:30 — 10:30 a.m. | Maumee
Come and learn the ancient art of tai chi to enhance health, well-being and balance. Accredited volunteer instructors will teach the Taoist form of tai chi for four weeks as an introduction.
Childbirth Preparation Class with Solace Health and Wellness
Sponsored by the Library Legacy Foundation
(Sa) December 19 | 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) December 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.
CPR Classes with the University of Toledo
(M) January 25 | 5:30 — 8 p.m. | Sanger
Join us for a Basic Life Support and CPR/AED American Heart Association (AHA) class. Certifications available for attendees that complete the class.
