Toledo Heights
423 Shasta Drive,
Toledo, Ohio 43609
419.259.5220
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.
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:
Egg Decorating
(M) April 21 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Toledo Heights
Learn about different egg decorating traditions from around the world and decorate some wooden eggs to take home!
Martial Arts for Kids
(M) May 5 | 3:30 — 4:30 p.m. | Toledo Heights
Have a blast with Sempai Shelly Blanco from Ohio Martial Arts learning a variety of kicks and punches as well as self-defense techniques.
Plant a Seed
(M) May 12 | 5 — 6 p.m. | Toledo Heights
Decorate a terra cotta pot and plant a seed to grow into a beautiful flower.
Cherry Blossom Windsock
(M) May 19 | 3:30 — 4:30 p.m. | Toledo Heights
Celebrate the return of the cherry blossoms with your very own windsock!
Spring flower cookie decorating
(Tu) May 20 | 3:30 — 4:30 p.m. | Toledo Heights
Celebrate the coming of spring by decorating your very own flower shaped sugar cookie!
Meet the Dinosaurs! with Dinosaur Dimensions
(Th) June 12 | 11 — 11:45 a.m. | Toledo Heights
An amazing collection of realistic puppets present an experience like no other. From cute baby Triceratops to a life size Raptor, or even a Pteranodon & T-Rex – it’s a dino-experience for all ages!
Make your own Flag!
(M) June 16 | 1 — 2 p.m. | Toledo Heights
Come learn about the history of Flag Day (June 14) and have the opportunity to create a flag unique to you!
Movie & a Craft: The Bad Guys (PG, 100 min.)
(F) June 20 | 1 — 3 p.m. | Toledo Heights
Mr. Piranha, Mr. Snake, Mr. Shark, Ms. Tarantula, and Mr. Wolf find their lives of crime coming to an end as they face imprisonment. Determined to retain their freedom, the criminals band together.
Ohio Mammals with Metroparks Toledo
(M) June 23 | 11 — 11:45 a.m. | Toledo Heights
Discover the variety of mammals that live in Northwest Ohio today and what lived here long ago by examining furs and skulls of Northwest Ohio's most common warm-blooded animals.
Roll a Masterpiece
(M) July 7 | 1 — 2 p.m. | Toledo Heights
Explore the use of pattern in art. Create your own artistic list of patterns and techniques then let chance determine which artistic elements to include in your final masterpiece.
Steven's Puppets presents The Wizard of Oz
(M) July 14 | 11 — 11:45 a.m. | Toledo Heights
"Lions and Tigers and Puppets, Oh My!" is a wooden marionette adaptation of The Wizard of Oz, where Dorothy and friends seek the Wizard while evading the Wicked Witch.
Favorite Food Sculptures
(M) July 21 | 1 — 2 p.m. | Toledo Heights
Build a sculpture of your favorite food! Whether it’s a pan of pizza, a plate of pancakes, or a pot of potatoes.
Toledo Mud Hens and Walleye 2025 Summer Series
(W) July 23 | 11 a.m. — 12:30 p.m. | Toledo Heights
The Toledo Mud Hens and Walleye are teaming up with Toledo Lucas County Public Libraries, Meijer, and LMHA to host free hockey and baseball camps all summer long.
Snacklaces!
(M) July 28 | 3 — 4 p.m. | Toledo Heights
Feeling snacky? Make your own snacklace using twine and an assortment of cereals and other treats!
Animals Up Close with Indiana Wild
(M) August 4 | 11 — 11:45 a.m. | Toledo Heights
Embark on an exciting journey through the animal kingdom! Learn about conservation, protecting wildlife, and responsible pet ownership.
Tinkering Takeover
(M) August 11 | 11 a.m. — 1 p.m. | Toledo Heights
Enjoy interactive science and engineering with a spark of creativity during Imagination Station's Tinkering Takeover.
Gamers Guild
(F) April 25 | 3:30 — 5 p.m. | Toledo Heights
Play the newest games on the Nintendo Switch, such as Super Smash Bros Ultimate, Just Dance and Mario Kart 8.
The Most Exciting Games You've Never Played
(M) April 28 | 5 — 6 p.m. | Toledo Heights
Learn to play some new board games with the team from Checkmate Games.
Gamers Guild
(F) May 2 | 3:30 — 5 p.m. | Toledo Heights
Play the newest games on the Nintendo Switch, such as Super Smash Bros Ultimate, Just Dance and Mario Kart 8.
Gamers Guild
(F) May 9 | 3:30 — 5 p.m. | Toledo Heights
Play the newest games on the Nintendo Switch, such as Super Smash Bros Ultimate, Just Dance and Mario Kart 8.
Plant a Seed
(M) May 12 | 5 — 6 p.m. | Toledo Heights
Decorate a terra cotta pot and plant a seed to grow into a beautiful flower.
Gamers Guild
(F) May 16 | 3:30 — 5 p.m. | Toledo Heights
Play the newest games on the Nintendo Switch, such as Super Smash Bros Ultimate, Just Dance and Mario Kart 8.
Spring flower cookie decorating
(Tu) May 20 | 3:30 — 4:30 p.m. | Toledo Heights
Celebrate the coming of spring by decorating your very own flower shaped sugar cookie!
Gamers Guild
(F) May 23 | 3:30 — 5 p.m. | Toledo Heights
Play the newest games on the Nintendo Switch, such as Super Smash Bros Ultimate, Just Dance and Mario Kart 8.
Be a Summer Read VolunTEEN
(F) May 30 | 1 — 3 p.m. | Toledo Heights
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
(F) June 6 | 2 — 3:30 p.m. | Toledo Heights
Play the newest games on the Nintendo Switch, such as Super Smash Bros Ultimate, Just Dance and Mario Kart 8.
Gamers Guild
(F) June 13 | 2 — 3:30 p.m. | Toledo Heights
Play the newest games on the Nintendo Switch, such as Super Smash Bros Ultimate, Just Dance and Mario Kart 8.
Make your own Flag!
(M) June 16 | 1 — 2 p.m. | Toledo Heights
Come learn about the history of Flag Day (June 14) and have the opportunity to create a flag unique to you!
Gamers Guild
(F) June 27 | 2 — 3:30 p.m. | Toledo Heights
Play the newest games on the Nintendo Switch, such as Super Smash Bros Ultimate, Just Dance and Mario Kart 8.
Budding Gardeners’ Adventure: An Introduction to Gardening
with Sow and Reap Gardens
(M) June 30 | 6 — 7 p.m. | Toledo Heights
This workshop aims to foster a love for nature and gardening in a fun and interactive way. Participants will “Make and Take” their own personal garden. No prior experience is necessary.
Gamers Guild
(F) July 11 | 2 — 3:30 p.m. | Toledo Heights
Play the newest games on the Nintendo Switch, such as Super Smash Bros Ultimate, Just Dance and Mario Kart 8.
Patriotic Sweet and Salty Snack Mix
(M) July 14 | 2 — 3 p.m. | Toledo Heights
Celebrate America with this Red, White and Blue patriotic snack mix!
Gamers Guild
(F) July 18 | 2 — 3:30 p.m. | Toledo Heights
Play the newest games on the Nintendo Switch, such as Super Smash Bros Ultimate, Just Dance and Mario Kart 8.
Toledo Mud Hens and Walleye 2025 Summer Series
(W) July 23 | 11 a.m. — 12:30 p.m. | Toledo Heights
The Toledo Mud Hens and Walleye are teaming up with Toledo Lucas County Public Libraries, Meijer, and LMHA to host free hockey and baseball camps all summer long.
Gamers Guild
(F) July 25 | 2 — 3:30 p.m. | Toledo Heights
Play the newest games on the Nintendo Switch, such as Super Smash Bros Ultimate, Just Dance and Mario Kart 8.
Snacklaces!
(M) July 28 | 3 — 4 p.m. | Toledo Heights
Feeling snacky? Make your own snacklace using twine and an assortment of cereals and other treats!
Gamers Guild
(F) August 1 | 2 — 3:30 p.m. | Toledo Heights
Play the newest games on the Nintendo Switch, such as Super Smash Bros Ultimate, Just Dance and Mario Kart 8.
Gamers Guild
(F) August 15 | 2 — 3:30 p.m. | Toledo Heights
Play the newest games on the Nintendo Switch, such as Super Smash Bros Ultimate, Just Dance and Mario Kart 8.
Pressed Flower Bookmarks
(M) August 18 | 2 — 3 p.m. | Toledo Heights
Pressed flower bookmarks are a stylish way to keep track of your reading. Combine pressed flowers, drawings, decorative paper, string, and more to create a unique, personalized bookmark.
Gamers Guild
(F) August 29 | 3:30 — 5 p.m. | Toledo Heights
Play the newest games on the Nintendo Switch, such as Super Smash Bros Ultimate, Just Dance and Mario Kart 8.
Dip-n-(Mock)Sip with Luvable Sweets
(Tu) April 22 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | Toledo Heights
A hands-on class where you will learn the art of chocolate dipping using an assortment of tasty items, and how to create a refreshing mocktail garnished with sliced fruit and a sugar-rimmed glass.
Whatever Happened to Paint-by-Number?
(Tu) May 20 | 6 — 7 p.m. | Toledo Heights
An event celebrating the popular Paint-by-Number craft.
K-12 Education Legal Assistance Sessions
Presented by Advocates for Basic Legal Equality (ABLE)
(Tu) June 10 | 6 — 8 p.m. | Toledo Heights
Advocates for Basic Legal Equality (ABLE) attorneys and staff will present information designed for parents and caregivers who have questions and concerns about their K-12 students’ public education.
K-12 Education Legal Assistance Sessions
Presented by Advocates for Basic Legal Equality (ABLE)
(Th) June 12 | 10 a.m. — noon | Toledo Heights
Advocates for Basic Legal Equality (ABLE) attorneys and staff will present information designed for parents and caregivers who have questions and concerns about their K-12 students’ public education.
Identifying Veteran Graves
(Tu) July 22 | 6 — 7 p.m. | Toledo Heights
An introductory course that will guide in the understanding of the unique and timeless character of government furnished headstones and grave markers.
Cake Pops with Luvable Sweets
(M) August 18 | 6 — 7 p.m. | Toledo Heights
Create your own cake pops using cupcakes, sprinkles, chocolate, and other tasty treats.
WritersShop: Poetry Series
(Tu) November 25 | 6 — 8 p.m. | Toledo Heights
A monthly poetry writing workshop led by new leaders and new topics. Hosted by Jonie McIntire, Lucas County Poet Laureate, this series will be led by different local poets each month.
WritersShop: Poetry Series
(Tu) December 23 | 6 — 8 p.m. | Toledo Heights
A monthly poetry writing workshop led by new leaders and new topics. Hosted by Jonie McIntire, Lucas County Poet Laureate, this series will be led by different local poets each month.
WritersShop: Poetry Series
(Tu) January 27 | 6 — 8 p.m. | Toledo Heights
A monthly poetry writing workshop led by new leaders and new topics. Hosted by Jonie McIntire, Lucas County Poet Laureate, this series will be led by different local poets each month.
BUILDING FOR THE FUTURE:
Built: 1935
Space: 10,453 square feet, 2 meeting rooms, 1 study room
Neighborhood population: 12,429
Annual customer visits: 204,001
Annual circulation: 33,990
Program attendance for all ages: 1,627
Meeting room bookings: 305
Computer sessions: 10,448
Previous updates and renovations: renovation in 1998, interior updates in 2009
Design phase: Q4 2026
Construction phase: Q2 2027 – Q4 2027
Dates are approximate and subject to change.
Q2 2027 | Dates and locations will be shared as soon as available
