Locke
703 Miami St.,
Toledo, Ohio 43605
419.259.5310
Manager: Holley Jackson
M-Tu: 9 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.
W-F: 9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Sa-Su: Closed
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.
This branch provides a continuous Friends of the Library mini Book Sale area.
PROGRAMS:
Hair Style Salon
(W) February 18 | 3:30 — 4:30 p.m. | Locke
Practice hairstyles and make accessories!
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!
On Call for Frogs with Metroparks Toledo
(W) March 11 | 3:30 — 4:30 p.m. | Locke
Oh, the sounds of Spring! Get to know our 10 kinds of local frogs by their looks and their calls, learn of their importance to conservation and how you can help protect them.
Speed Puzzle Competition
(Tu) March 17 | 3:30 — 4:30 p.m. | Locke
Grab some friends, make a team and see who can complete a 35 piece puzzle the fastest to win a prize!
Egg Decorating
(W) March 25 | 3:30 — 4:30 p.m. | Locke
Learn about different egg decorating traditions from around the world and decorate some wooden eggs to take home!
STEM Challenge: Jellybean Towers
(Tu) March 31 | 3:30 — 4:30 p.m. | Locke
Use jellybeans and toothpicks to construct the tallest tower! You can also use them to make bridges, walls, or other forms of architecture.
Geometric Insect Art with Molly Miller
(W) April 15 | 3:30 — 4:30 p.m. | Locke
Nature and simple geometric shapes are one of the foundations for Charley Harper's art. Using nature as inspiration, we will combine color and simple shapes to create your own inspired insect.
Karaoke Party
(W) April 22 | 3:30 — 4:30 p.m. | Locke
Sing your favorite songs and have fun with friends!
Taste Testing Fun
(W) April 29 | 3:30 — 4:30 p.m. | Locke
Play games, taste and rate your favorite snacks and see which one is the winner!
Fun & Fitness
(W) May 20 | 3:30 — 4:30 p.m. | Locke
Dance, play games and have fun with friends!
Speed Puzzle Competition
(Tu) March 17 | 3:30 — 4:30 p.m. | Locke
Grab some friends, make a team and see who can complete a 35 piece puzzle the fastest to win a prize!
StrongHER: Women’s Self-Defense and Confidence Workshop
with Elite Karate
(M) March 30 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Locke
Elite Karate is helping TLCPL celebrate Women in Sports by introducing participants to practical self-defense concepts through awareness, boundary-setting, and beginner-friendly physical techniques.
Karaoke Party
(W) April 22 | 3:30 — 4:30 p.m. | Locke
Sing your favorite songs and have fun with friends!
Taste Testing Fun
(W) April 29 | 3:30 — 4:30 p.m. | Locke
Play games, taste and rate your favorite snacks and see which one is the winner!
Fabric Painting
(W) May 13 | 3:30 — 4:30 p.m. | Locke
Design and fabric-paint your own colorful pencil pouch—perfect for organizing school supplies or gifting to a friend.
Fun & Fitness
(W) May 20 | 3:30 — 4:30 p.m. | Locke
Dance, play games and have fun with friends!
Classic Movies at Locke
Guess Who's Coming to Dinner (107 min) Not Rated
(Th) February 26 | 11 a.m. — 1:30 p.m. | Locke
Monthly classic movies enjoyed on our large screen.
Mercy Health Community Nurses
(W) March 4 | 2:30 — 4:30 p.m. | Locke
Nurses are at select locations to conduct free blood pressure, blood sugar, and weight screenings. No appointment is needed; all services are first-come, first-served.
Living in the Oak Openings-Green Ribbion Initative
(M) March 9 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | Locke
Presentation on Oak Openings region & what is the Green Ribbon Initiative (GRI). Includes information on volunteer opportunities, identifying invasive species, and landowner working groups.
Owens Community College Adult Learning Opportunities
(W) March 11 | 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.
StrongHER: Women’s Self-Defense and Confidence Workshop
with Elite Karate
(M) March 30 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Locke
Elite Karate is helping TLCPL celebrate Women in Sports by introducing participants to practical self-defense concepts through awareness, boundary-setting, and beginner-friendly physical techniques.
Mercy Health Community Nurses
(W) April 1 | 2:30 — 4:30 p.m. | Locke
Nurses are at select locations to conduct free blood pressure, blood sugar, and weight screenings. No appointment is needed; all services are first-come, first-served.
Owens Community College Adult Learning Opportunities
(W) April 8 | 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.
Resin Tile Coasters with Shannon
(M) April 20 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | Locke
Using nontoxic, food grade resin (no masks or ventilation needed), participants will create a set of beautiful tile coasters.
Mercy Health Community Nurses
(W) May 6 | 2:30 — 4:30 p.m. | Locke
Nurses are at select locations to conduct free blood pressure, blood sugar, and weight screenings. No appointment is needed; all services are first-come, first-served.
Owens Community College Adult Learning Opportunities
(W) May 13 | 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.
Mercy Health Community Nurses
(W) June 3 | 2:30 — 4:30 p.m. | Locke
Nurses are at select locations to conduct free blood pressure, blood sugar, and weight screenings. No appointment is needed; all services are first-come, first-served.
Owens Community College Adult Learning Opportunities
(W) June 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.
Mercy Health Community Nurses
(W) July 1 | 2:30 — 4:30 p.m. | Locke
Nurses are at select locations to conduct free blood pressure, blood sugar, and weight screenings. No appointment is needed; all services are first-come, first-served.
Owens Community College Adult Learning Opportunities
(W) July 8 | 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.
Mercy Health Community Nurses
(W) August 5 | 2:30 — 4:30 p.m. | Locke
Nurses are at select locations to conduct free blood pressure, blood sugar, and weight screenings. No appointment is needed; all services are first-come, first-served.
Owens Community College Adult Learning Opportunities
(W) August 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.
Mercy Health Community Nurses
(W) September 2 | 2:30 — 4:30 p.m. | Locke
Nurses are at select locations to conduct free blood pressure, blood sugar, and weight screenings. No appointment is needed; all services are first-come, first-served.
Owens Community College Adult Learning Opportunities
(W) September 9 | 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.
Mercy Health Community Nurses
(W) October 7 | 2:30 — 4:30 p.m. | Locke
Nurses are at select locations to conduct free blood pressure, blood sugar, and weight screenings. No appointment is needed; all services are first-come, first-served.
Owens Community College Adult Learning Opportunities
(W) October 14 | 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.
Mercy Health Community Nurses
(W) November 4 | 2:30 — 4:30 p.m. | Locke
Nurses are at select locations to conduct free blood pressure, blood sugar, and weight screenings. No appointment is needed; all services are first-come, first-served.
Owens Community College Adult Learning Opportunities
(W) November 11 | 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.
Mercy Health Community Nurses
(W) December 2 | 2:30 — 4:30 p.m. | Locke
Nurses are at select locations to conduct free blood pressure, blood sugar, and weight screenings. No appointment is needed; all services are first-come, first-served.
Owens Community College Adult Learning Opportunities
(W) December 9 | 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.
BUILDING FOR THE FUTURE:
In spring 2024, the Library sent a survey to the Lucas County community to learn what you love about your Library and how we could improve our buildings to better meet your needs. This is what 38 Locke neighbors said they wanted in an updated space.
| Rank |
Services and amenities |
Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Expanded adult areas |
36.84% |
| 2 | Access to drive-through, pick-up, and drop-off services |
31.58% |
| 3 |
More technology |
28.95% |
| 4 |
Expanded children’s areas |
23.68% |
| 5 |
Expanded teen areas |
18.42% |
| 6 |
More study spaces |
18.42% |
| 7 |
Greater access to audio/visual equipment |
7.89% |
| 8 |
Larger and/or additional meeting room spaces |
7.89% |
| 9 |
More Maker Spaces |
7.89% |
| 10 |
Additional programming space |
5.26% |
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
