Sylvania
6749 Monroe St.,
Sylvania, Ohio 43560
419-882-2089
Email Manager Erin Connolly
M-Th: 9 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.
F-Sa: 9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
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.
Use our 24/7 Lobbies with Smart Lockers to pick up books and materials you’ve placed on hold any time day or night! Currently available at King Road, Maumee, Mott, Oregon, Reynolds Corners, Sanger, Sylvania, Waterville and West Toledo locations.
To pick up materials in the 24/7 Lobby Lockers:
- Log into your account
- Find the materials you would like to reserve
- Select “Request it”
- Choose the location’s “Lobby Lockers” option
- Click submit
Quiet study rooms are available on a first-come, first-served basis during open hours. There are often quiet study tables too, but they are within the main library space.
This branch provides a continuous Friends of the Library mini Book Sale area.
Programs:
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(Th) May 21 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Sylvania
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Pajama Storytime
(M) June 1 | 6 — 6:30 p.m. | Sylvania
Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. All ages welcome.
Family Storytime
(Tu) June 2 | 10:30 — 11:15 a.m. | Sylvania
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Preschool Storytime
(Tu) June 2 | 2 — 3 p.m. | Sylvania
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Babytime
(W) June 3 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | Sylvania
This storytime focuses on developing your baby's early literacy skills. Babies 0-18 months will be introduced to songs, movement, rhythm and rhyme designed to foster a love of books and reading.
Toddler Storytime
(W) June 3 | 11:30 a.m. — 12:15 p.m. | Sylvania
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(Th) June 4 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Sylvania
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Toddler Storytime
(Th) June 4 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | Sylvania
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Pajama Storytime
(M) June 8 | 6 — 6:30 p.m. | Sylvania
Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. All ages welcome.
Family Storytime
(Tu) June 9 | 10:30 — 11:15 a.m. | Sylvania
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Preschool Storytime
(Tu) June 9 | 2 — 3 p.m. | Sylvania
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Babytime
(W) June 10 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | Sylvania
This storytime focuses on developing your baby's early literacy skills. Babies 0-18 months will be introduced to songs, movement, rhythm and rhyme designed to foster a love of books and reading.
Toddler Storytime
(W) June 10 | 11:30 a.m. — 12:15 p.m. | Sylvania
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Toddler Storytime
(Th) June 11 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | Sylvania
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Library Playdate!
(F) June 12 | 10:30 — 11:15 a.m. | Sylvania
Children, and their favorite grown-up, are welcomed to the Library, a fun and exciting place to play and build early literacy skills.
Pajama Storytime
(M) June 15 | 6 — 6:30 p.m. | Sylvania
Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. All ages welcome.
Family Storytime
(Tu) June 16 | 10:30 — 11:15 a.m. | Sylvania
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Preschool Storytime
(Tu) June 16 | 2 — 3 p.m. | Sylvania
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Babytime
(W) June 17 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | Sylvania
This storytime focuses on developing your baby's early literacy skills. Babies 0-18 months will be introduced to songs, movement, rhythm and rhyme designed to foster a love of books and reading.
Toddler Storytime
(W) June 17 | 11:30 a.m. — 12:15 p.m. | Sylvania
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(Th) June 18 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Sylvania
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Toddler Storytime
(Th) June 18 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | Sylvania
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Pajama Storytime
(M) June 22 | 6 — 6:30 p.m. | Sylvania
Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. All ages welcome.
Family Storytime
(Tu) June 23 | 10:30 — 11:15 a.m. | Sylvania
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Preschool Storytime
(Tu) June 23 | 2 — 3 p.m. | Sylvania
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Babytime
(W) June 24 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | Sylvania
This storytime focuses on developing your baby's early literacy skills. Babies 0-18 months will be introduced to songs, movement, rhythm and rhyme designed to foster a love of books and reading.
Toddler Storytime
(W) June 24 | 11:30 a.m. — 12:15 p.m. | Sylvania
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Toddler Storytime
(Th) June 25 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | Sylvania
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Pajama Storytime
(M) June 29 | 6 — 6:30 p.m. | Sylvania
Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. All ages welcome.
Family Storytime
(Tu) June 30 | 10:30 — 11:15 a.m. | Sylvania
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Preschool Storytime
(Tu) June 30 | 2 — 3 p.m. | Sylvania
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Babytime
(W) July 1 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | Sylvania
This storytime focuses on developing your baby's early literacy skills. Babies 0-18 months will be introduced to songs, movement, rhythm and rhyme designed to foster a love of books and reading.
Toddler Storytime
(W) July 1 | 11:30 a.m. — 12:15 p.m. | Sylvania
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(Th) July 2 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Sylvania
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Toddler Storytime
(Th) July 2 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | Sylvania
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Pajama Storytime
(M) July 6 | 6 — 6:30 p.m. | Sylvania
Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. All ages welcome.
Family Storytime
(Tu) July 7 | 10:30 — 11:15 a.m. | Sylvania
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Preschool Storytime
(Tu) July 7 | 2 — 3 p.m. | Sylvania
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Babytime
(W) July 8 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | Sylvania
This storytime focuses on developing your baby's early literacy skills. Babies 0-18 months will be introduced to songs, movement, rhythm and rhyme designed to foster a love of books and reading.
Toddler Storytime
(W) July 8 | 11:30 a.m. — 12:15 p.m. | Sylvania
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Toddler Storytime
(Th) July 9 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | Sylvania
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Library Playdate!
(F) July 10 | 10:30 — 11:15 a.m. | Sylvania
Children, and their favorite grown-up, are welcomed to the Library, a fun and exciting place to play and build early literacy skills.
Pajama Storytime
(M) July 13 | 6 — 6:30 p.m. | Sylvania
Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. All ages welcome.
Family Storytime
(Tu) July 14 | 10:30 — 11:15 a.m. | Sylvania
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Preschool Storytime
(Tu) July 14 | 2 — 3 p.m. | Sylvania
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Babytime
(W) July 15 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | Sylvania
This storytime focuses on developing your baby's early literacy skills. Babies 0-18 months will be introduced to songs, movement, rhythm and rhyme designed to foster a love of books and reading.
Toddler Storytime
(W) July 15 | 11:30 a.m. — 12:15 p.m. | Sylvania
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(Th) July 16 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Sylvania
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Toddler Storytime
(Th) July 16 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | Sylvania
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Pajama Storytime
(M) July 20 | 6 — 6:30 p.m. | Sylvania
Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. All ages welcome.
Family Storytime
(Tu) July 21 | 10:30 — 11:15 a.m. | Sylvania
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Preschool Storytime
(Tu) July 21 | 2 — 3 p.m. | Sylvania
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Babytime
(W) July 22 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | Sylvania
This storytime focuses on developing your baby's early literacy skills. Babies 0-18 months will be introduced to songs, movement, rhythm and rhyme designed to foster a love of books and reading.
Toddler Storytime
(W) July 22 | 11:30 a.m. — 12:15 p.m. | Sylvania
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Toddler Storytime
(Th) July 23 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | Sylvania
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Pajama Storytime
(M) July 27 | 6 — 6:30 p.m. | Sylvania
Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. All ages welcome.
Family Storytime
(Tu) July 28 | 10:30 — 11:15 a.m. | Sylvania
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Preschool Storytime
(Tu) July 28 | 2 — 3 p.m. | Sylvania
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Babytime
(W) July 29 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | Sylvania
This storytime focuses on developing your baby's early literacy skills. Babies 0-18 months will be introduced to songs, movement, rhythm and rhyme designed to foster a love of books and reading.
Toddler Storytime
(W) July 29 | 11:30 a.m. — 12:15 p.m. | Sylvania
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Toddler Storytime
(Th) July 30 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | Sylvania
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Library Playdate!
(F) August 7 | 10:30 — 11:15 a.m. | Sylvania
Children, and their favorite grown-up, are welcomed to the Library, a fun and exciting place to play and build early literacy skills.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(Th) August 27 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Sylvania
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(Th) September 10 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Sylvania
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(Th) September 24 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Sylvania
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(Th) October 8 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Sylvania
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(Th) October 22 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Sylvania
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(Th) November 5 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Sylvania
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(Th) November 19 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Sylvania
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(Th) December 3 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Sylvania
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(Th) December 17 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Sylvania
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(Th) December 31 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Sylvania
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(Th) May 21 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Sylvania
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Saturday Morning LEGO Crew
(Sa) May 23 | 10:30 — 11:30 a.m. | Sylvania
Creative play with Legos! We provide the bricks, and you make your own creations.
Steam Time
(Sa) May 23 | 2 — 3 p.m. | Sylvania
We will try lots of exciting STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, math) projects. 1st-5th graders will enjoy new ideas and concepts each time.
Reading Buddies
(M) June 1 | 2 — 3:30 p.m. | Sylvania
Build your reading skills with one-on-one reading sessions at the Library. For children in grades K-3.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(Th) June 4 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Sylvania
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Kids Gardening Club
(Th) June 4 | 3 — 4 p.m. | Sylvania
A fun hands-on program for children to spark interest in gardening during the summer.
Toledo Mud Hens and Walleye 2026 Summer Series
(F) June 5 | 10 — 11:30 a.m. | Sylvania
The Toledo Mud Hens and Walleye are teaming up with Toledo Lucas County Public Libraries to host free hockey and baseball camps all summer long.
Steam Time
(Sa) June 6 | 2 — 3 p.m. | Sylvania
We will try lots of exciting STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, math) projects. 1st-5th graders will enjoy new ideas and concepts each time.
Reading Buddies
(M) June 8 | 2 — 3:30 p.m. | Sylvania
Build your reading skills with one-on-one reading sessions at the Library. For children in grades K-3.
Pop Bottle Fireflies
(W) June 10 | 2 — 3 p.m. | Sylvania
What can you do with empty pop bottles? Turn them into glowing summer fireflies using simple craft supplies!
Irish Family Dance with Molly's Irish Dancers
(Sa) June 13 | 11 a.m. — noon | Sylvania
Celebrate Irish culture and tradition with Molly's Irish Dancers.
Reading Buddies
(M) June 15 | 2 — 3:30 p.m. | Sylvania
Build your reading skills with one-on-one reading sessions at the Library. For children in grades K-3.
A2Magic's “Best of the Best” Summer Reading Magic Show
(Tu) June 16 | 6:30 — 7:15 p.m. | Sylvania
From gravity-defying magic to a thrilling Race to the Moon, this top-rated, all-ages interactive show delivers Jeff Wawrzaszek’s very best illusions, laughs, and surprises.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(Th) June 18 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Sylvania
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Saturday Morning LEGO Crew
(Sa) June 20 | 10:30 — 11:30 a.m. | Sylvania
Creative play with Legos! We provide the bricks, and you make your own creations.
Steam Time
(Sa) June 20 | 2 — 3 p.m. | Sylvania
We will try lots of exciting STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, math) projects. 1st-5th graders will enjoy new ideas and concepts each time.
Reading Buddies
(M) June 22 | 2 — 3:30 p.m. | Sylvania
Build your reading skills with one-on-one reading sessions at the Library. For children in grades K-3.
Meet the Dinosaurs! with Dinosaur Dimensions
(Tu) June 23 | 6:30 — 7:15 p.m. | Sylvania
An amazing collection of realistic puppets presents an experience like no other. From cute baby triceratops to a life size raptor, or even a t-rex – it’s a dino-experience for all ages!
Reading Buddies
(M) June 29 | 2 — 3:30 p.m. | Sylvania
Build your reading skills with one-on-one reading sessions at the Library. For children in grades K-3.
Andrew Martin's Fun and Fantasy, Comedy-Magic Show
(Tu) June 30 | 6:30 — 7:15 p.m. | Sylvania
Mind blowing magic mixed with zany comedy antics. All ages are invited to reset their wondermeters as they experience the award winning magic of Andrew Martin. Fun for the whole family!
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(Th) July 2 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Sylvania
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Tissue Paper Wreath
(Th) July 2 | 2 — 3 p.m. | Sylvania
Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary with a decorative wreath made by scrunching and bunching red, white, and blue tissue paper.
Reading Buddies
(M) July 6 | 2 — 3:30 p.m. | Sylvania
Build your reading skills with one-on-one reading sessions at the Library. For children in grades K-3.
Warhol-Inspired Wildflowers with Molly Miller
(Tu) July 7 | 6:30 — 7:15 p.m. | Sylvania
Dive into the world of Andy Warhol by layering vibrant, tempera-painted flower cutouts over rich oil pastel backgrounds to create a bold, 3D floral masterpiece.
Reading Buddies
(M) July 13 | 2 — 3:30 p.m. | Sylvania
Build your reading skills with one-on-one reading sessions at the Library. For children in grades K-3.
Roz Puppets presents Dinosaur Pirates
(Tu) July 14 | 6:30 — 7:15 p.m. | Sylvania
Hit the high seas with a story of prehistoric proportions! Dinosaur Pirates is a treasure chest of music, antics, and audience participation. Come enjoy a story to sink your teeth into!
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(Th) July 16 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Sylvania
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Saturday Morning LEGO Crew
(Sa) July 18 | 10:30 — 11:30 a.m. | Sylvania
Creative play with Legos! We provide the bricks, and you make your own creations.
Reading Buddies
(M) July 20 | 2 — 3:30 p.m. | Sylvania
Build your reading skills with one-on-one reading sessions at the Library. For children in grades K-3.
Kids Gardening Club
(Th) July 23 | 3 — 4 p.m. | Sylvania
A fun hands-on program for children to spark interest in gardening during the summer.
It's Electric with Imagination Station
(Tu) July 28 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Sylvania
Explore electric energy—how it works, where it comes from, and how we use it—through natural resources, circuits, and solar power, simple circuits spin motors, creating art.
Dinosaur Craft Party
(Tu) August 4 | 2 — 3 p.m. | Sylvania
Snap your scissors and get ready to glue. Bring dinosaurs back to life in a fun and colorful craft project!
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(Th) August 27 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Sylvania
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Saturday Morning LEGO Crew
(Sa) August 29 | 10:30 — 11:30 a.m. | Sylvania
Creative play with Legos! We provide the bricks, and you make your own creations.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(Th) September 10 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Sylvania
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(Th) September 24 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Sylvania
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(Th) October 8 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Sylvania
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(Th) October 22 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Sylvania
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(Th) November 5 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Sylvania
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(Th) November 19 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Sylvania
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(Th) December 3 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Sylvania
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(Th) December 17 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Sylvania
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(Th) December 31 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Sylvania
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(Th) May 21 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Sylvania
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Be a Summer Read VolunTEEN
(Sa) May 30 | 10 a.m. — noon | Sylvania
The Summer Read VolunTEEN program is for teens ages 13 (must be 13 at the time of account creation) through high school graduation. An online volunteer account and two-hour training are mandatory!
Be a Summer Read VolunTEEN
(Sa) May 30 | 3 — 5 p.m. | Sylvania
The Summer Read VolunTEEN program is for teens ages 13 (must be 13 at the time of account creation) through high school graduation. An online volunteer account and two-hour training are mandatory!
Gamers Guild
(W) June 3 | 3:30 — 4:30 p.m. | Sylvania
Calling all gamers!--stop in for Nintendo Switch gameplay and a variety of fun tabletop games.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(Th) June 4 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Sylvania
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Toledo Mud Hens and Walleye 2026 Summer Series
(F) June 5 | 10 — 11:30 a.m. | Sylvania
The Toledo Mud Hens and Walleye are teaming up with Toledo Lucas County Public Libraries to host free hockey and baseball camps all summer long.
Inclusive Storytime for Adults and Teens
Programming for Adults and Teens with IDD and Peers
(M) June 8 | 10 — 11 a.m. | Sylvania
An interactive Storytime focused on adult learners of various abilities. Join us for some stories, activities, and fun!
Storytime for TEENS
(W) June 10 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Sylvania
We'll read a few poignant picture books relevant to teen lives, discuss important life skills, analyze music lyrics, craft, and eat. Why should the little ones have all the fun?!
Gamers Guild
(W) June 17 | 3:30 — 4:30 p.m. | Sylvania
Calling all gamers!--stop in for Nintendo Switch gameplay and a variety of fun tabletop games.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(Th) June 18 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Sylvania
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Henna Art for Teens with Henna Muse
(M) June 22 | 6 — 7 p.m. | Sylvania
Use henna to create our own designs on paper, as well as learn the basics of sourcing supplies and making henna paste.
Gamers Guild
(W) July 1 | 3:30 — 4:30 p.m. | Sylvania
Calling all gamers!--stop in for Nintendo Switch gameplay and a variety of fun tabletop games.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(Th) July 2 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Sylvania
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Storytime for TEENS
(W) July 8 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Sylvania
We'll read a few poignant picture books relevant to teen lives, discuss important life skills, analyze music lyrics, craft, and eat. Why should the little ones have all the fun?!
DIY Suncatchers
(Sa) July 11 | 3 — 4 p.m. | Sylvania
Lights, colors, create! Make your own stained-glass effect suncatcher using transparency film, markers, and glue.
Gamers Guild
(W) July 15 | 3:30 — 4:30 p.m. | Sylvania
Calling all gamers!--stop in for Nintendo Switch gameplay and a variety of fun tabletop games.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(Th) July 16 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Sylvania
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Seasonal Painting with Molly Miller
Programming for Adults and Teens with IDD and Peers
(M) July 27 | 10 — 11 a.m. | Sylvania
Embrace your artistic skills during this step-by-step guided class. No experience is necessary to create a beautiful, one-of-a-kind work of art.
Tutus, Touring and other Terrors! By Nigel Burgoine
(Tu) August 11 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Sylvania
Join Nigel Burgoine, former principal dancer with the London Festival Ballet and award-winning artistic director, as he gives insight to touring the world with a professional ballet company. Ages 16+.
Storytime for TEENS
(W) August 12 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Sylvania
We'll read a few poignant picture books relevant to teen lives, discuss important life skills, analyze music lyrics, craft, and eat. Why should the little ones have all the fun?!
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(Th) August 27 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Sylvania
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(Th) September 10 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Sylvania
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Inclusive Storytime for Adults and Teens
Programming for Adults and Teens with IDD and Peers
(M) September 14 | 10 — 11 a.m. | Sylvania
An interactive Storytime focused on adult learners of various abilities. Join us for some stories, activities, and fun!
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(Th) September 24 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Sylvania
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(Th) October 8 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Sylvania
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(Th) October 22 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Sylvania
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(Th) November 5 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Sylvania
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Inclusive Storytime for Adults and Teens
Programming for Adults and Teens with IDD and Peers
(M) November 9 | 10 — 11 a.m. | Sylvania
An interactive Storytime focused on adult learners of various abilities. Join us for some stories, activities, and fun!
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(Th) November 19 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Sylvania
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(Th) December 3 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Sylvania
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(Th) December 17 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Sylvania
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(Th) December 31 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Sylvania
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Mercy Health Community Nurses
(W) May 27 | 11 a.m. — 1 p.m. | Sylvania
Nurses are at select locations to conduct blood pressure, blood sugar, and weight screenings. No appointment is needed; all services are first-come, first-served.
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
(M) June 1 | 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!
Inclusive Storytime for Adults and Teens
Programming for Adults and Teens with IDD and Peers
(M) June 8 | 10 — 11 a.m. | Sylvania
An interactive Storytime focused on adult learners of various abilities. Join us for some stories, activities, and fun!
Business Blueprint
Presented by The Small Business Development Center
(Th) June 11 | 9:30 — 11:30 a.m. | Sylvania
The Toledo SBDC Business Blueprint workshop is tailored for aspiring entrepreneurs who need guidance in launching their business.
Sylvania Book Club
Oona Out of Order by Margarita Montimore (Updated Title)
(Th) June 11 | 1:30 — 2:30 p.m. | Sylvania
Good conversation, friendly faces and great books - that's what book club is all about. We're looking forward to seeing you at our lively and engaging book discussion. Registration Required.
Sylvania Book Club
Oona Out of Order by Margarita Montimore (Updated Title)
(Th) June 11 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Sylvania
Good conversation, friendly faces and great books - that's what book club is all about. We're looking forward to seeing you at our lively and engaging book discussion. Registration Required.
Mercy Health Community Nurses
(W) June 24 | 11 a.m. — 1 p.m. | Sylvania
Nurses are at select locations to conduct blood pressure, blood sugar, and weight screenings. No appointment is needed; all services are first-come, first-served.
Create a Classic Charcuterie
(Th) June 25 | 6 — 7 p.m. | Sylvania
Learn about charcuterie essentials such as color, crunch, and charisma, and create your own to enjoy at home in this hands-on class. All ingredients will be provided.
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
(M) July 6 | 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!
Sylvania Book Club
God of the Woods by Liz Moore
(Th) July 9 | 1:30 — 2:30 p.m. | Sylvania
Good conversation, friendly faces and great books - that's what book club is all about. We're looking forward to seeing you at our lively and engaging book discussion. Registration Required.
Sylvania Book Club
God of the Woods by Liz Moore
(Th) July 9 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Sylvania
Good conversation, friendly faces and great books - that's what book club is all about. We're looking forward to seeing you at our lively and engaging book discussion. Registration Required.
Mercy Health Community Nurses
(W) July 22 | 11 a.m. — 1 p.m. | Sylvania
Nurses are at select locations to conduct blood pressure, blood sugar, and weight screenings. No appointment is needed; all services are first-come, first-served.
Seasonal Painting with Molly Miller
Programming for Adults and Teens with IDD and Peers
(M) July 27 | 10 — 11 a.m. | Sylvania
Embrace your artistic skills during this step-by-step guided class. No experience is necessary to create a beautiful, one-of-a-kind work of art.
Chocolate Fondant Cake with Sur Le Pouce
(M) July 27 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | Sylvania
In this hands-on class, learn the art of making a delicious "moelleux au chocolat" (chocolate fondant cake).
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
(M) August 3 | 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!
Resin Beach Scene with Shannon
(Th) August 6 | 6 — 8 p.m. | Sylvania
Using nontoxic, food grade resin (no masks or ventilation needed), participants will create a beautiful beach scene.
Tutus, Touring and other Terrors! By Nigel Burgoine
(Tu) August 11 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Sylvania
Join Nigel Burgoine, former principal dancer with the London Festival Ballet and award-winning artistic director, as he gives insight to touring the world with a professional ballet company. Ages 16+.
Sylvania Book Club
Book of Hope by Jane Goodall
(Th) August 13 | 1:30 — 2:30 p.m. | Sylvania
Good conversation, friendly faces and great books - that's what book club is all about. We're looking forward to seeing you at our lively and engaging book discussion. Registration Required.
Sylvania Book Club
Book of Hope by Jane Goodall
(Th) August 13 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Sylvania
Good conversation, friendly faces and great books - that's what book club is all about. We're looking forward to seeing you at our lively and engaging book discussion. Registration Required.
Mercy Health Community Nurses
(W) August 26 | 11 a.m. — 1 p.m. | Sylvania
Nurses are at select locations to conduct blood pressure, blood sugar, and weight screenings. No appointment is needed; all services are first-come, first-served.
Taoist Tai Chi Introductory Session®
Taoist Tai Chi Society®
(Tu) September 1 | 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.
Taoist Tai Chi Introductory Session®
Taoist Tai Chi Society®
(Tu) September 8 | 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.
Inclusive Storytime for Adults and Teens
Programming for Adults and Teens with IDD and Peers
(M) September 14 | 10 — 11 a.m. | Sylvania
An interactive Storytime focused on adult learners of various abilities. Join us for some stories, activities, and fun!
Knitting, Crocheting, and Needle Arts Club
(M) September 14 | 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!
Taoist Tai Chi Introductory Session®
Taoist Tai Chi Society®
(Tu) September 15 | 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.
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.
Mercy Health Community Nurses
(W) September 23 | 11 a.m. — 1 p.m. | Sylvania
Nurses are at select locations to conduct blood pressure, blood sugar, and weight screenings. No appointment is needed; all services are first-come, first-served.
Papermaking with Keep Toledo Lucas County Beautiful
Programming for Adults and Teens with IDD and Peers
(M) October 5 | 10 — 11 a.m. | Sylvania
Enjoy a fun papermaking activity with Keep Toledo Lucas County Beautiful.
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!
Military Veterans Information Session
Lucas County Veterans Service Commission
(Th) October 15 | 1 — 2 p.m. | Sylvania
Learn about the resources available to veterans and their family members through the Veterans Benefits Administration for a wide range of needs.
Mercy Health Community Nurses
(W) October 28 | 11 a.m. — 1 p.m. | Sylvania
Nurses are at select locations to conduct blood pressure, blood sugar, and weight screenings. No appointment is needed; all services are first-come, first-served.
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!
Inclusive Storytime for Adults and Teens
Programming for Adults and Teens with IDD and Peers
(M) November 9 | 10 — 11 a.m. | Sylvania
An interactive Storytime focused on adult learners of various abilities. Join us for some stories, activities, and fun!
Mercy Health Community Nurses
(W) November 25 | 11 a.m. — 1 p.m. | Sylvania
Nurses are at select locations to conduct blood pressure, blood sugar, and weight screenings. No appointment is needed; all services are first-come, first-served.
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!
Mercy Health Community Nurses
(W) December 23 | 11 a.m. — 1 p.m. | Sylvania
Nurses are at select locations to conduct blood pressure, blood sugar, and weight screenings. No appointment is needed; all services are first-come, first-served.
Building for the future:
A digital copy of the full 200-plus page facilities master plan is available upon request.
Branch overview (based on 2018 data)
Service population: 18,537 (4.34% of total service population)
Median age: 42
Households with children: 33%
Households: 7,039
Mean household income: $80,085
Population living below the poverty line: 9.2%
Gross square feet: 21,246 square feet
Year constructed: 1958, renovated in 1990, expanded and renovated in 2018
Collection size: 73,013 items
Programs: 140 in 2018* (Sylvania was closed from August 2017 – August 2018 for renovation)
Meeting room size: 1,520 square feet
Meeting room capacity: 100 people
General Observations
- Consider modifying the entrance to the branch parking lot to improve vehicular logistics.
- Meeting room use is high at this location as is program attendance.
- Investigate options for adding lighting.
- Consider relocating the teen collection mobile book display because many here don’t browse displays at the entry.
- Tables are underutilized as teens prefer to use the study rooms than be out in the open.
- Investigate options for shading or adding window film.
- There are some seasonal issues with sunlight entering windows and directly impact staff and customers at the reference desk.
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 325 Sylvania neighbors said they wanted in an updated space.
| Rank |
Services and amenities |
Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Access to drive-through, pick-up, and drop-off services |
28.92% |
| 2 |
Expanded children’s areas |
23.69% |
| 3 |
More technology |
20.92% |
| 4 |
Expanded adult areas |
19.08% |
| 5 |
More study spaces |
16.62% |
| 6 |
More Maker Spaces |
14.15% |
| 7 |
Expanded teen areas |
13.85% |
| 8 |
Larger and/or additional meeting room spaces |
13.23% |
| 9 |
Greater access to audio/visual equipment |
11.69% |
| 10 |
Additional programming space |
10.15% |
Construction phase: Q2 2031
Dates are approximate and subject to change.
Q1 2030 | Dates and locations will be shared as soon as available
The Sylvania Public Library was founded in 1927 and moved to its present location in 1958. In 1970, the Library merged with the Toledo Lucas County Public Library. The Branch remodel occurred in 1989-90. The remodel was made possible through the donation of property by Lester Bitner in memory of his wife, Dae. More recently, the Sylvania Branch’s 4,090-square-foot expansion introduced new features to the community.
