Parking lot view of Locke branch

Locke

703 Miami St.,
Toledo, Ohio 43605
419.259.5310

M-Tu: 9 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.
W-F: 9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Sa-Su: Closed

Holiday Hours

SERVICES:

We’re happy to be a good neighbor by providing free self-serve meeting rooms. (Self-serve means you may move furniture, but you will need to return room to original set-up. Technology support may be available.) Users of this space must agree to and follow the Library Community Room policy.

Please check our Maker Space page for a full list of options.

This branch provides a continuous Friends of the Library mini Book Sale area.

PROGRAMS:

Raised Salt Art

(W) February 11 | 3:30 — 4:30 p.m. | Locke

Create your own design on a paper ornament using glue, salt and watercolor paint.

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Martial Arts for Kids

(M) October 20 | 3:30 — 4:30 p.m. | Locke

Have a blast with Sempai Shelly Blanco from Ohio Martial Arts learning a variety of kicks and punches as well as self-defense techniques.

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Crafternoon

(W) October 22 | 3 — 4 p.m. | Locke

Relax after school with creative free time!

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Halloween Dance Party

(M) October 27 | 3 — 4 p.m. | Locke

Celebrate the season with a dance party!

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Why Trees Matter: Papermaking with KTLCB

(M) November 3 | 3 — 4 p.m. | Locke

Learn the importance of trees and their impact on the environment with Keep Toledo/Lucas County Beautiful. Simulating a recycling facility we will turn old paper into paper pulp then into new paper.

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Full STEAM Ahead

(M) November 10 | 3 — 4 p.m. | Locke

Fun hands-on activities to get you creating with STEAM.

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Tinkering Takeover

(Th) November 13 | 3 — 5 p.m. | Locke

Enjoy interactive science and engineering with a spark of creativity during Imagination Station's Tinkering Takeover.

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Mindfulness Painting for Kids

(M) November 17 | 3 — 4 p.m. | Locke

Find your Zen with Buddha Board painting.

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Thankful Turkeys

(W) November 19 | 3 — 4 p.m. | Locke

Make some turkey-riffic crafts and share what you’re thankful for!

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Ugly Sweater Contest

(M) December 8 | 3 — 4 p.m. | Locke

Bring your creative and festive ideas to design your very own miniature Ugly Holiday Sweater and you might even win a prize!

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Handmade Gifts

(W) December 10 | 3 — 4 p.m. | Locke

Get crafty with some handmade projects that make great gifts.

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Cookie Decorating

(M) December 15 | 3 — 4 p.m. | Locke

Celebrate the season and decorate a festive cookie to enjoy!

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Karaoke Party

(Tu) January 6 | 3:30 — 4:30 p.m. | Locke

Sing your favorite songs and have fun with friends!

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STEM Challenge: Paper Airplane Palooza

(Tu) January 13 | 3:30 — 4:30 p.m. | Locke

Test different paper airplane designs! Which go the farthest? The fastest? Straightest flight path? Have the most hang time? The best acrobatic tricks? The only way to find out is to test it yourself!

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Shrinky Dinks

(W) January 14 | 3:30 — 4:30 p.m. | Locke

Have you ever wondered how to make Shrinky Dinks? We will color, bake and shrink pieces of plastic to make it look like glass.

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Winter Warm-Up

(W) January 28 | 3:30 — 4:30 p.m. | Locke

Make winter themed creations using craft sticks and enjoy hot cocoa to keep warm!

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Fun & Fitness

(Tu) February 3 | 3:30 — 4:30 p.m. | Locke

Dance, play games and have fun with friends!

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Raised Salt Art

(W) February 11 | 3:30 — 4:30 p.m. | Locke

Create your own design on a paper ornament using glue, salt and watercolor paint.

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Hair Style Salon

(W) February 18 | 3:30 — 4:30 p.m. | Locke

Practice hairstyles and make accessories!

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Supa Awesome Dog Man Party

(W) February 25 | 3:30 — 4:30 p.m. | Locke

Having a ruff day? Fetch your friends and come to our Dog Man celebration!

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Ugly Sweater Contest

(M) December 8 | 3 — 4 p.m. | Locke

Bring your creative and festive ideas to design your very own miniature Ugly Holiday Sweater and you might even win a prize!

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Cookie Decorating

(M) December 15 | 3 — 4 p.m. | Locke

Celebrate the season and decorate a festive cookie to enjoy!

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Karaoke Party

(Tu) January 6 | 3:30 — 4:30 p.m. | Locke

Sing your favorite songs and have fun with friends!

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Shrinky Dinks

(W) January 14 | 3:30 — 4:30 p.m. | Locke

Have you ever wondered how to make Shrinky Dinks? We will color, bake and shrink pieces of plastic to make it look like glass.

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Beaded Snowflake Ornaments

(W) January 21 | 3:30 — 4:30 p.m. | Locke

Craft a one-of-a-kind snowflake ornament using wire and beads—perfect for winter decorating and gifting!

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Owens Community College Adult Learning Opportunities

(W) October 22 | 10 a.m. — 12:30 p.m. | Locke

Owens Community College will be on hand to discuss the different adult learning paths that Owens offers and the financial assistance opportunities available, including grants and scholarships.

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Classic Movies at Locke

Frankenstein (71 min) Not Rated

(Th) October 23 | 11 a.m. — 1 p.m. | Locke

Monthly classic movies enjoyed on our large screen.

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Mercy Health Mobile Mammography Unit

(Tu) November 4 | 10 a.m. — 3 p.m. | Locke

Appointments are recommended, but walk-ins are welcome. To schedule an appointment call 833.MAMM.VAN (833.626.6826).

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Homeownership, Home Rescue, and Roof Repair with MVHFH

(Tu) November 4 | 11 a.m. — 2 p.m. | Locke

Maumee Valley Habitat for Humanity assists Lucas County residents with homeownership, COT home rescue, and roof replacement.

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Owens Community College Adult Learning Opportunities

(W) November 12 | 10 a.m. — 12:30 p.m. | Locke

Owens Community College will be on hand to discuss the different adult learning paths that Owens offers and the financial assistance opportunities available, including grants and scholarships.

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Adult Flu Shot Clinic

Toledo-Lucas County Health Department

(Tu) November 18 | 9:30 a.m. — noon | Locke

Influenza (Flu) Vaccines will be available to all adults and seniors, whether insured, underinsured, or uninsured.

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Classic Movies at Locke

Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again (114 min) PG-13

(Th) November 20 | 11 a.m. — 1:15 p.m. | Locke

Monthly classic movies enjoyed on our large screen.

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Owens Community College Adult Learning Opportunities

(W) November 26 | 10 a.m. — 12:30 p.m. | Locke

Owens Community College will be on hand to discuss the different adult learning paths that Owens offers and the financial assistance opportunities available, including grants and scholarships.

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Homeownership, Home Rescue, and Roof Repair with MVHFH

(Tu) December 2 | 11 a.m. — 2 p.m. | Locke

Maumee Valley Habitat for Humanity assists Lucas County residents with homeownership, COT home rescue, and roof replacement.

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Owens Community College Adult Learning Opportunities

(W) December 10 | 10 a.m. — 12:30 p.m. | Locke

Owens Community College will be on hand to discuss the different adult learning paths that Owens offers and the financial assistance opportunities available, including grants and scholarships.

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Mini Trays or Pedestals with Sylvania Board and Brush

(M) February 2 | 6 — 7 p.m. | Locke

Create a Mini Wooden Pedestal or Tray for your home or as a gift with Sylvania Board and Brush's step-by-step guidance

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BUILDING FOR THE FUTURE:

Design phase: Q3 2028

Construction phase: Q1 2029 – Q3 2029

Dates are approximate and subject to change.

Q4 2027 | Dates and locations will be shared as soon as available