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Letters to Santa

Letters to Santa

All Day 12/1 - 12/24
Outside at Cridersville
Library Branch: Cridersville
Room: Outside
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Game/Activity
Event Details:

Stop in at the Library to write a note to Santa and put it in Santa's mailbox.

Make and decorate cake pops

Ladies Craft Hour

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Community Room at Waynesfield
Library Branch: Waynesfield
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come learn how to  make and decorate some fun cake pops  great skill to learn for those holiday parties

Holiday Sing Along with Brandon

Holiday Sing Along with Brandon

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Library at Cridersville
Library Branch: Cridersville
Room: Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Performance/Presenter
Event Details:

Join us for a Holiday Sing Along with Brandon Miller, local guitarist.  

Mr. & Mrs. Claus Afterhours Meet & Greet

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Library at Wapakoneta-Central
Library Branch: Wapakoneta-Central
Room: Library
Age Group: Adults, Teens, Pre-Teens, Youth, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Performance/Presenter
Event Details:

Join us for a meet and greet with Mr. and Mrs. Clause afterhours! We will have a cookie and a craft for you to do while you wait for your turn to meet the big man and his beautiful wife. Sponsored by The Friends of the Library Group.

elf movie poster

Family Movie Night: Elf

Monday, December 22, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Event Room at Wapakoneta-Central
Library Branch: Wapakoneta-Central
Room: Event Room
Age Group: Children, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Movie
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us in Event Room for a showing of Elf at 5PM.

We will have Buddy the Elf inspired snacks and a craft to make while watching the movie.

Registration is required!

Family New Years Bingo & NYE Hat Creation

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Event Room at Wapakoneta-Central
Library Branch: Wapakoneta-Central
Room: Event Room
Age Group: Adults, Teens, Youth, Children, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Game/Activity
Registration Required
Event Details:

Families join us for a few rounds of New Years Bingo and we'll also be coloring our own NYE party hats! In the Event Room at 5pm, please be sure to register everyone who will be participating. 

baby on belly doing painting

Tummy Time Painting

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Storytime Corner at Wapakoneta-Central
Library Branch: Wapakoneta-Central
Room: Storytime Corner
Age Group: Babies/Toddlers
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us in the Event Room at 5pm for a fun keepsake made by your baby having some old fashioned tummy time! Paint should stay contained, but just in case wear something that you aren't worried about getting paint in on.

Records painted with various sunsets

Sip and Paint

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
New Knoxville
Library Branch: New Knoxville
Age Group: Adults, Teens, High School, Pre-Teens, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as we SIP (hot cocoa) and PAINT (vinyl records)! 

Children's books in a stack

Storytime with special guest Police Chief Motter

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 10:45am - 11:45am
Waynesfield
Library Branch: Waynesfield
Age Group: Children, Babies/Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Let's welcome our special guest, Waynesfield Police Chief Nathan Motter!

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Letters to Santa

Letters to Santa

All Day 12/1 - 12/24
Outside at Cridersville
Program Type:
Game/Activity
Age Group:
Everyone

Stop in at the Library to write a note to Santa and put it in Santa's mailbox.

Library Branch: Cridersville
Room: Outside
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Game/Activity
Event Details:

Stop in at the Library to write a note to Santa and put it in Santa's mailbox.

Christmas ornament with melted snowman painted on wooden round

DIY Christmas Ornament

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
New Knoxville
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Family, Everyone

Warm up with these melted snowman ornaments! There was magic in Frosty the Snowman, and there is magic at the library. 

Library Branch: New Knoxville
Age Group: Family, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Warm up with these melted snowman ornaments! There was magic in Frosty the Snowman, and there is magic at the library. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Disability Accommodations

If you think you might need any special accommodations, please list them below. If you have any questions related to accommodations, please contact the event administrator.

First Come, First Served

This craft is first come, first serve as long as supplies last.

Photo Permission

In the course of daily operations, the library may take photographs within public areas of the library. Written permission is not needed for Library staff to take photographs of groups or crowds including children in the library building or during library sponsored events. 

Celebrate ornament on Christmas tree

Holiday Celebration

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room at Cridersville
Program Type:
Game/Activity
Age Group:
Everyone

Gear up for the Holidays with a Party at the Library.  Enjoy Color sheets, Games, Christmas Music and Delicious Christmas Cookies.

Library Branch: Cridersville
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Game/Activity
Event Details:

Gear up for the Holidays with a Party at the Library.  Enjoy Color sheets, Games, Christmas Music and Delicious Christmas Cookies.

Christmas ornament featuring melted snowmen painted on a wooden round

DIY Christmas Ornament

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
New Bremen
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Family, Everyone

Warm up with these melted snowman ornaments! There was magic in Frosty the Snowman, and there is magic at the library. 

Library Branch: New Bremen
Age Group: Family, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Warm up with these melted snowman ornaments! There was magic in Frosty the Snowman, and there is magic at the library. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Disability Accommodations

If you think you might need any special accommodations, please list them below. If you have any questions related to accommodations, please contact the event administrator.

First Come, First Served

This craft is first come, first serve as long as supplies last.

Photo Permission

In the course of daily operations, the library may take photographs within public areas of the library. Written permission is not needed for Library staff to take photographs of groups or crowds including children in the library building or during library sponsored events. 

Holiday Sing Along with Brandon

Holiday Sing Along with Brandon

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Library at Cridersville
Program Type:
Performance/Presenter
Age Group:
Everyone

Join us for a Holiday Sing Along with Brandon Miller, local guitarist.  

Library Branch: Cridersville
Room: Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Performance/Presenter
Event Details:

Join us for a Holiday Sing Along with Brandon Miller, local guitarist.  

Merry Christmas

Christmas on Main

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Library at Cridersville
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Everyone

Stop in for a visit to the Library and help yourself to a take home craft for Christmas and a Festive Cookie.

Library Branch: Cridersville
Room: Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Stop in for a visit to the Library and help yourself to a take home craft for Christmas and a Festive Cookie.

Mr. & Mrs. Claus Afterhours Meet & Greet

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Library at Wapakoneta-Central
Program Type:
Performance/Presenter
Age Group:
Adults, Teens, Pre-Teens, Youth, Family, Everyone

Join us for a meet and greet with Mr. and Mrs. Clause afterhours! We will have a cookie and a craft for you to do while you wait for your turn to meet the big man and his beautiful wife. Sponsored by The Friends of the Library Group.

Library Branch: Wapakoneta-Central
Room: Library
Age Group: Adults, Teens, Pre-Teens, Youth, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Performance/Presenter
Event Details:

Join us for a meet and greet with Mr. and Mrs. Clause afterhours! We will have a cookie and a craft for you to do while you wait for your turn to meet the big man and his beautiful wife. Sponsored by The Friends of the Library Group.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Food Allergens

This event will use ingredients with common allergens such as wheat, dairy, nuts, and eggs; please take this into consideration before registering. 

The library is not responsible in case of food allergen reactions; please use your own discretion when deciding to attend this event.

elf movie poster

Family Movie Night: Elf

Monday, December 22, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Event Room at Wapakoneta-Central
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Children, Family, Everyone

Join us in Event Room for a showing of Elf at 5PM.

We will have Buddy the Elf inspired snacks and a craft to make while watching the movie.

Registration is required!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wapakoneta-Central
Room: Event Room
Age Group: Children, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Movie
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us in Event Room for a showing of Elf at 5PM.

We will have Buddy the Elf inspired snacks and a craft to make while watching the movie.

Registration is required!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Food Allergens

This event will use ingredients with common allergens such as wheat, dairy, nuts, and eggs; please take this into consideration before registering. 

The library is not responsible in case of food allergen reactions; please use your own discretion when deciding to attend this event.

Christmas Eve

All Day
Wapakoneta-Central, Cridersville, Minster, New Bremen, New Knoxville, Waynesfield, All Branches

The Auglaize County Library System will be closed on December 24 and 25 for the holiday.

Closing
Branches:
Wapakoneta-Central, Cridersville, Minster, New Bremen, New Knoxville, Waynesfield, All Branches
Description:

The Auglaize County Library System will be closed on December 24 and 25 for the holiday.

Christmas Day

All Day
Wapakoneta-Central, Cridersville, Minster, New Bremen, New Knoxville, Waynesfield, All Branches

The Auglaize County Library System will be closed on December 24 and 25 for the holiday.

Closing
Branches:
Wapakoneta-Central, Cridersville, Minster, New Bremen, New Knoxville, Waynesfield, All Branches
Description:

The Auglaize County Library System will be closed on December 24 and 25 for the holiday.

Family New Years Bingo & NYE Hat Creation

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Event Room at Wapakoneta-Central
Program Type:
Game/Activity
Age Group:
Adults, Teens, Youth, Children, Family, Everyone

Families join us for a few rounds of New Years Bingo and we'll also be coloring our own NYE party hats! In the Event Room at 5pm, please be sure to register everyone who will be participating. 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wapakoneta-Central
Room: Event Room
Age Group: Adults, Teens, Youth, Children, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Game/Activity
Registration Required
Event Details:

Families join us for a few rounds of New Years Bingo and we'll also be coloring our own NYE party hats! In the Event Room at 5pm, please be sure to register everyone who will be participating. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Closing Early - New Year's Eve

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 3:00pm - 7:00pm
Wapakoneta-Central, Cridersville, Minster, New Bremen, New Knoxville, Waynesfield, All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Wapakoneta-Central, Cridersville, Minster, New Bremen, New Knoxville, Waynesfield, All Branches

New Year's Day - All libraries closed

All Day
Wapakoneta-Central, Cridersville, Minster, New Bremen, New Knoxville, Waynesfield, All Branches

Closing
Branches:
Wapakoneta-Central, Cridersville, Minster, New Bremen, New Knoxville, Waynesfield, All Branches
Description:

Symphony Storytime with Lima Symphony Orchestra

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
New Bremen
Program Type:
Performance/Presenter, Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Babies/Toddlers, Family, Everyone

Listen to the seasonal hits with the Lima Symphony Orchestra.

Library Branch: New Bremen
Age Group: Youth, Babies/Toddlers, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Performance/Presenter, Storytime
Event Details:

Listen to the seasonal hits with the Lima Symphony Orchestra.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Disability Accommodations

If you think you might need any special accommodations, please list them below. If you have any questions related to accommodations, please contact the event administrator.

Martin Luther King Day - All libraries closed

All Day
Wapakoneta-Central, Cridersville, Minster, New Bremen, New Knoxville, Waynesfield, All Branches

Closing
Branches:
Wapakoneta-Central, Cridersville, Minster, New Bremen, New Knoxville, Waynesfield, All Branches
Description:
jigsaw puzzle sign

Jigsaw Puzzle Competition

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Event Room at Wapakoneta-Central
Program Type:
Game/Activity
Age Group:
Everyone

Come join us  for a fun-filled event of puzzle-solving excitement. Grab some friends or family, test your skills, compete against others, and see if your group has what it takes to be crowned the ultimate puzzle champions!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wapakoneta-Central
Room: Event Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Game/Activity
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come join us  for a fun-filled event of puzzle-solving excitement. Grab some friends or family, test your skills, compete against others, and see if your group has what it takes to be crowned the ultimate puzzle champions!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Food Allergens

This event will use ingredients with common allergens such as wheat, dairy, nuts, and eggs; please take this into consideration before registering. 

The library is not responsible in case of food allergen reactions; please use your own discretion when deciding to attend this event.

Photo Permission

In the course of daily operations, the library may take photographs within public areas of the library. Written permission is not needed for Library staff to take photographs of groups or crowds including children in the library building or during library sponsored events. 

Two young ladies sitting at low tea in a garden

Tea Party

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
New Bremen
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Family, Everyone

Join us in celebrating Hot Tea month with a Tea Party featuring samples of hot tea as well as hot cocoa and snacks. Dressing up is encouraged but not required. 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Bremen
Age Group: Family, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us in celebrating Hot Tea month with a Tea Party featuring samples of hot tea as well as hot cocoa and snacks. Dressing up is encouraged but not required. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Disability Accommodations

If you think you might need any special accommodations, please list them below. If you have any questions related to accommodations, please contact the event administrator.

Food Allergens

This event will use ingredients with common allergens such as wheat, dairy, nuts, and eggs; please take this into consideration before registering. 

The library is not responsible in case of food allergen reactions; please use your own discretion when deciding to attend this event.

Photo Permission

In the course of daily operations, the library may take photographs within public areas of the library. Written permission is not needed for Library staff to take photographs of groups or crowds including children in the library building or during library sponsored events. 

puzzle pieces

Puzzle Day

All Day
Library at Minster
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Game/Activity
Age Group:
Adults, Family, Everyone

We are celebrating National Puzzle Day! Come celebrate with us by doing puzzles, playing board games, and coloring! Fun for all ages!

Library Branch: Minster
Room: Library
Age Group: Adults, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Game/Activity
Event Details:

We are celebrating National Puzzle Day! Come celebrate with us by doing puzzles, playing board games, and coloring! Fun for all ages!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Photo Permission

In the course of daily operations, the library may take photographs within public areas of the library. Written permission is not needed for Library staff to take photographs of groups or crowds including children in the library building or during library sponsored events. 

Two crocheted cup cozies with hearts in alternating pinks

Crochet with Alyssa

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
New Bremen
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Family, Everyone

Join Alyssa with a step-by-step crochet project that is sure to keep your heart warm. Beginner friendly.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Bremen
Age Group: Family, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Alyssa with a step-by-step crochet project that is sure to keep your heart warm. Beginner friendly.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Disability Accommodations

If you think you might need any special accommodations, please list them below. If you have any questions related to accommodations, please contact the event administrator.

Photo Permission

In the course of daily operations, the library may take photographs within public areas of the library. Written permission is not needed for Library staff to take photographs of groups or crowds including children in the library building or during library sponsored events. 

Thumb print hearts in clear acrylic magnets

Thumbprint Magnet Hearts

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
New Knoxville
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Youth, Children, Babies/Toddlers, Family, Everyone

Join us for this quick and easy memento. 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Knoxville
Age Group: Youth, Children, Babies/Toddlers, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for this quick and easy memento. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Disability Accommodations

If you think you might need any special accommodations, please list them below. If you have any questions related to accommodations, please contact the event administrator.

Photo Permission

In the course of daily operations, the library may take photographs within public areas of the library. Written permission is not needed for Library staff to take photographs of groups or crowds including children in the library building or during library sponsored events. 

pile of legos

Family Lego Night

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Event Room at Wapakoneta-Central
Program Type:
Game/Activity
Age Group:
Adults, Teens, Pre-Teens, Youth, Children, Family, Everyone

Join us for Family Lego Night in the Event Room at 5pm for an evening full of all things legos! We invite you to bring a lego creation from home, if you think you can get it here in in one piece.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wapakoneta-Central
Room: Event Room
Age Group: Adults, Teens, Pre-Teens, Youth, Children, Family, Everyone
Program Type: Game/Activity
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for Family Lego Night in the Event Room at 5pm for an evening full of all things legos! We invite you to bring a lego creation from home, if you think you can get it here in in one piece.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Photo Permission

In the course of daily operations, the library may take photographs within public areas of the library. Written permission is not needed for Library staff to take photographs of groups or crowds including children in the library building or during library sponsored events. 

Swap for new to you puzzles!

Jigsaw Puzzle Swap

Monday, February 16, 2026 at 9:30am - 11:30pm
Community Room at Waynesfield
Program Type:
Game/Activity
Age Group:
Everyone
Library Branch: Waynesfield
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Game/Activity
Mint tin filled with mini bookshelf and quote on a tiny library card

Mini Bookshelf

Monday, February 16, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:45pm
New Knoxville
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Family, Everyone
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Knoxville
Age Group: Family, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Disability Accommodations

If you think you might need any special accommodations, please list them below. If you have any questions related to accommodations, please contact the event administrator.

Photo Permission

In the course of daily operations, the library may take photographs within public areas of the library. Written permission is not needed for Library staff to take photographs of groups or crowds including children in the library building or during library sponsored events. 

Mini bookshelf in tin complete with tiny books and a quote on a vintage library slip

Miniature Bookshelf

Monday, February 16, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
New Bremen
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Family, Everyone

Celebrate Library Lover's Month with this fun and easy craft! 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Bremen
Age Group: Family, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate Library Lover's Month with this fun and easy craft! 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Disability Accommodations

If you think you might need any special accommodations, please list them below. If you have any questions related to accommodations, please contact the event administrator.

Photo Permission

In the course of daily operations, the library may take photographs within public areas of the library. Written permission is not needed for Library staff to take photographs of groups or crowds including children in the library building or during library sponsored events.