Local Author Fair
Several Northwest Ohio authors will showcase their books on the main level of Way Library. This event offers an excellent opportunity to meet local authors, engage in conversations, and purchase their books. A diverse lineup of local authors, representing a wide range of genres—including children’s picture books, mystery thrillers, action, adventure, biographies, inspirational works, local history, poetry, and more—will be featured at this free public event. There will be books for all ages, including children, teens, adults, and families. Authors will handle their own book sales, and the accepted forms of payment (cash, check, or credit card) will vary by author. Many authors will also be available for book signings.
Attendees will have opportunities to win prizes throughout the event.
Important Update:
This is an urgent call for HELP from your library. Way Library, along with libraries across Ohio, is facing an unprecedented challenge. On April 1, the Ohio House of Representatives introduced its version of the state budget, which includes a proposal to eliminate the Public Library Fund (PLF)—a fund that has been legally protected for decades and is responsible for the majority of Ohio’s public library funding. If this new proposal passes, it would mean $100 million less for Ohio public libraries over the next two years—with no guarantee of funding beyond 2027.
Rep. Haraz Ghanbari: Phone: (614) 466-8104 Email: rep75@ohiohouse.gov
Speaker Matt Huffman: Phone: (614) 466-6344 Email: rep78@ohiohouse.gov
The Way of the Whale
This spring Way Library is hosting a painting exhibition by Perrysburg artist Robert Vanitvelt. The paintings of whales are exhibited on the Main Level of the library. In addition to the paintings, there will be several related programs.
Sound Waves: Taylor's Version
Join us for a series of programs dedicated to the world of music, culminating in an author visit by Annie Zaleski. Annie is an award-winning author, journalist and editor with profiles, interviews, and criticism in a variety of publications. Dive into the vibrant world of music, especially the sounds of Taylor Swift, through a variety of exciting programs.
Sponsored by the Karen Morley Khan Music Fund.
Programs, Book Discussions, and More
Our Calendar of Events is your easy portal to all of our events. Browse by age group, or use the “Search” feature to narrow down the results.
Earth Day 2025: Electronics Recycling
Once again, Way Library will be partnering with e-Waste Management Partners for our annual electronics recycling drive in celebration of Earth Day! In the far end of the parking lot (near the Curbside Pickup parking spots), library and EMP staff will be on-hand to unload your unwanted, unused, broken, or obsolete electronics. All items are distributed to different recycling organizations around the state, avoiding the landfill, for proper electronics recycling.
We will not be accepting TVs of any kind
AARP Tax-Aide Assistance
Once again, AARP will be offering its free Tax-Aide Assistance program. Program details are available now in the link below. If you are interested in being put on a waitlist please call the library and press option 2 or ext. 138.
Library Speakers Consortium
Way Library is pleased to announce an exciting new way to hear from your favorite authors! Thanks to the Way Public Library Foundation & Friends, we now have the ability to bring you a wide range of talks from bestselling authors and thought leaders through the Library Speakers Consortium. Click to learn more and see our upcoming talks.
Way Public Library LibCal: Events
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Mother Goose
Date: Thursday, April 3, 2025 Time: 10:00am - 10:30am Location: Mercy Health Activity Center at the Library
This 30-minute drop-in early literacy program for babies and their caregivers features music, rhymes, and stories. Ages birth-18 months.
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Rubber Duckies Everywhere!
Date: Thursday, April 3, 2025 Time: 3:00pm - 4:00pm Location: Mercy Health Activity Center at the Library
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Story Time with the Kingston Lion
Date: Friday, April 4, 2025 Time: 10:00am - 10:30am Location: Mercy Health Activity Center at the Library
Come have a roaring good time with the Kingston Lion. We will have stories,
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Teen Music Bingo
Date: Friday, April 4, 2025 Time: 4:15pm - 5:15pm Presenter: Crystal Morris Location: Mercy Health Activity Center at the Library
Teens age 12-16 can sing along to music and try to fill out a Bingo card for some fun prizes.
Music knowledge is not needed, prizes are
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Cozy Sunday at Way
Date: Sunday, April 6, 2025 Time: 2:00pm - 3:30pm Location: Meeting Rooms A, B, C, and D
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Yoga with Adriene
Date: Monday, April 7, 2025 Time: 11:00am - 12:00pm Location: Meeting Rooms A, B, C, and D
...Bring your own mat and join us as we showcase a different Yoga with Adriene video each session. Adriene Mishler is an international yoga teacher and entrepreneur
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Homeschoolers' Tiny Terrariums
Date: Monday, April 7, 2025 Time: 1:30pm - 2:30pm Location: Mercy Health Activity Center at the Library
Teens will have the opportunity to make their own little terrariums in this hands-on workshop! The library will supply a container, live plant, and miniatures to decorate.
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Moby-Dick Opera Talk - CANCELLED
Date: Monday, April 7, 2025 Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm Location: Meeting Rooms A, B, C, and D
Join Jonathan D. Kroeger (BGSU) for a fascinating exploration into “Moby-Dick” the opera. Jonathan will discuss how (and why!) the novel was adapted, provide musical analysis, and play
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Toddler Time
Date: Tuesday, April 8, 2025 Time: 9:30am - 10:00am Location: Mercy Health Activity Center at the Library
This 30-minute interactive program for toddlers and their caregivers features stories, fingerplays, action rhymes and songs. Ages 19 to 35 months, no registration is
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Toddler Time
Date: Tuesday, April 8, 2025 Time: 10:30am - 11:00am Location: Mercy Health Activity Center at the Library
This 30-minute interactive program for toddlers and their caregivers features stories, fingerplays, action rhymes and songs. Ages 19 to 35 months, no registration is
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