PROGRAMS & SERVICES Auglaize County Libraries Spring 2026 March-April-May
3 Your Library Card 4 Library Locations & Hours 5 Library Services 6 Adult Events 10 Summer Reading 11 Mixed Ages Events 14 Teen Events 15 Kids Events 19 eBooks, eMedia, & Reading Apps 20 Support the Library
Your Library Card Find more at auglaizelibraries.org Loan Periods & Item Limits Patrons in good standing (owing less than $5) may check out up to the following: 28–Day Loan Period All Books (excluding New Adult Fiction) Audio Books (Limit 3) 14–Day Loan Period New Adult Fiction Magazines DVDs (Limit 3) CDs (Limit 3) Games/Puzzles (Limit 3) Kitchen Collection (Limit 3) Hotspots & Rokus (Limit 1) Lost, Stolen, or Missing Items & Cards Patrons are responsible for all materials checked out on their card including lost and damaged items. Lost cards can be replaced at no cost. How to Get a Library Card Adults must show proof of their current address by showing a driver's license, utility bill, or renter agreement to receive a library card. Children must have a parent or guardian present with one of the above mentioned items to receive a card. Cards for Children 17 & Under Parents are responsible for their children's library cards. Only legal guardians/custodians are allowed to access a child's card. Parents may allow permissions for a child to check out movies and/or to use public computers. I Forgot My Library Card # If you forgot your library card number or PIN, you can ask for help at the desk, you can call 419– 738–2921, or you can email acpdl@auglaizelibraries.org for help. Renewing Items Most items automatically renew when due, up to the maximum number of renewals, unless requested by other patrons. Access the Library Online Access your account to see what's checked out, to place holds, borrow eMedia, and find events at auglaizelibraries.org. Fines & Fees There are no daily incremental fines for most overdue items, excluding Hotspots, Streaming Services, and Launchpads. However, if an account has overdue items, no new items can be checked out until they are returned. Replacement fees will be charged if items are not returned. 3
Library Locations auglaizelibraries.org/hrsloc ACPDL - Wapakoneta 203 S. Perry St. Wapakoneta, OH 45895 419-738-2921 Monday & Thursday 9AM-7PM Tuesday & Wednesday 9AM-5PM Friday 9AM-3PM Saturday 9AM-12PM Cridersville 116 W. Main St. Cridersville, OH 45806 419-645-5447 Monday 9AM-7PM Tuesday 9AM-2PM Thursday 9AM-5PM Saturday 9AM-12PM New Knoxville 304 S. Main St. New Knoxville, OH 45871 419-753-2724 Monday 9AM-7PM Wednesday 9AM-5PM Thursday 9AM-2PM Saturday 9AM-12PM White - Waynesfield 108 E. Wapakoneta St. Waynesfield, OH 45896 419-568-5851 Monday 9AM-7PM Tuesday 9AM-2PM Thursday 9AM-5PM Saturday 9AM-12PM Stallo - Minster 196 E. Fourth St. Minster, OH 45865 419-628-2925 Monday & Tuesday 9AM-7PM Wednesday 9AM-2PM Friday & Saturday 9AM-12PM New Bremen 45 S. Washington St. New Bremen, OH 45869 419-629-2158 Monday & Thursday 9AM-7PM Tuesday 9AM-5PM Saturday 9AM-12PM 4
Library Services Find more at auglaizelibraries.org Automatic Renewal (on most items) Beanstack Reading App Copier Curbside Pickup (at Branches) Device Advice Digital Library Drive–Thru (at Wapakoneta) Email Newsletters Public Computers (Internet/Microsoft Office/Adobe Reader) Reference Services School Outreach Study Rooms Tax Forms (seasonal & limited) Technology Tutoring (by appointment) WiFi (on library properties) Wireless Printing (at Wapakoneta) Fax/Scanner (at Wapakoneta) Free Online Courses Genealogy Records InterLibrary Loans Meeting Rooms Mobile Hotspots PACKED Subscription Bags Pickup Lockers (outside Wapakoneta Library) 5
Book Clubs Monthly, All Branches Pick up a copy of this month's book at your library and join us to discuss with friends. New readers always welcome. Wapak Monday Evening Traveling Book Group - First Mondays 6-7pm Mar. 2 - The Woman Who Smashed Codes by Fagone @ El Azteca Apr. 6 - I, Robot by Isaac Asimov @ TBD May 4 - The Invention of Wings by Sue Monk Kidd @TBD Wapak Friday Morning Book Group - First Fridays 10-11am Mar. 6 - State of Wonder by Ann Patchett Apr. 3 - A Calamity of Souls by David Baldacci **Includes a virtual author visit with David Baldacci! May 1 - Frankenstein by Mary Shelley Waynesfield Porch Talk Book Group - Second Mondays 2-3pm Mar. 9 - Strangers in Time by David Baldacci Apr. 13 - Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman May 11 - The Invisible Thread by Laura Schoff/Alex Tresniowski New Bremen Book Club - Second Mondays 6-7pm Mar. 9 - The Heart of Winter by Jonathan Evison Apr. 13 - A Calamity of Souls by David Baldacci May 11 - Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros New Knoxville Book Club - Third Mondays 6-7pm Mar. 16 - You Are Here by David Nicholls Apr. 20 - A Calamity of Souls by David Baldacci May 18 - Throne Of Glass by Sarah J. Maas (Continued on next page) Adult Events 6
(Book Clubs continued) Minster Library Book Club - Fourth Wednesdays 1-2pm Mar. 25 - A Calamity of Souls by David Baldacci Apr. 22 - The Five Wishes of Mr. Murray McBride by Joe Siple May 27 - That Last Carolina Summer by Karen White Cridersville Book Club @ the Library - Fourth Thursdays 1:30-2:30pm Mar. 26 - A Calamity of Souls by David Baldacci Apr. 23 - Counting Miracles by Nicholas Sparks May 28 - Where the Forest Meets the Stars by Glendy Vanderah Tech Help with the Tech Guru Monthly, All Branches Schedule a half–hour one–on–one help session with our friendly Tech Guru on the subject of your choice, including Microsoft Office, Backups, Security, Device Troubleshooting & more. Appointment times vary. Registration required. Cridersville, New Knoxville, & Waynesfield - Mondays, Mar. 2 & Apr. 6 & May 4 nd th th Wapakoneta - Mondays, Mar. 9 & Apr. 13 & May 11 th th th Minster & New Bremen - Mondays, Mar. 23 & Apr. 27 & Tues. May 26 rd th Crochet & Knitting for Beginners Weekly, Multiple Branches Always wanted to learn but haven’t found the time? This is your chance! We’ll cover basic stitches & techniques. Registration required. Crochet - Wapakoneta - Tuesdays at 11am-1pm - Please bring a 5mm crochet hook, scissors, and light colored crochet yarn. All Tuesdays in March, April, & May Knitting - Minster - Tuesdays at 6-7pm - Adults & teens welcome. March 3, 10, 17, and April 7, 14 Afternoon Bingo Blitz Monthly, Minster Join us for afternoon bingo downstairs at the library! Light snacks will be provided and you may even win a prize! Second Wednesdays, 1-1:45pm Mar. 11 & Apr. 8 th th 7 Euchre in the Afternoon Weekly, Wapakoneta Whether you’re a seasoned pro or want to learn the ropes, this is a great chance to play cards and meet friends. Wednesdays at 1-3pm
Ladies Hour: All About Latte Waynesfield, Thursday, March 12 3:30-4:30pm th Learn all about lattes! Coffe Amor samples will be given away as well. Registration required. The More You Know with Auglaize County Council on Aging Waynesfield, Monday, March 16 5-6pm th Robert Warren, director of Auglaize County Council on Aging, and Eric Hagen, assistant director, will be here to discuss with the ACCA offers seniors in our county. Very informative event! Financial Wellness: Boosting Your Credit Score & Reports Wapakoneta, Thursday, March 19 1-2pm th Presenters from Fifth Third Bank will be here to discuss credit scores and importance of managing debt. 8 Crafts for Adults Monthly, Multiple Branches Sign up with friends to make one–of–a–kind crafts at no cost to you! Easter Bunny Fence Plaque - Registration required. Cridersville - Thursday, Mar. 19 1-2pm th Monday, Mar. 23 5-6pm rd Carrot Button Art - Registration required. Wapakoneta - Monday, Mar. 30 5-6:30pm th Tuesday, Mar. 31 1-2:30pm st Owl Pavers - Registration required. Cridersville - Thursday, April 16 1-2pm th Monday, April 20 5-6pm th Book Art - Registration required. Wapakoneta - Monday, Apr. 27 5-6:30pm th Tuesday, Apr. 28 1-2:30pm th Tin Can Pocket Planter - Registration required. Wapakoneta - Monday, May 18 5-6:30pm th Tuesday, May 19 1-2:30pm th Spring Flower Painting - Registration required. Cridersville - Thursday, May 21 1-2pm st Adults are also welcome to join in all the MIXED AGES events starting on p. 11.
True Crime Discussion Group Monthly, Wapakoneta Introducing a new monthly program for adults who love unraveling mysteries and diving deep into real-life cases! Each month we will talk about a different true crime case. From cold cases, historical serial killers, museum heists, suspicious deaths and robberies. Participants are encouraged to research the case and bring their findings to the group for discussion. Many of the cases have books, documentaries, movies and podcasts about the subject or crime. Third Thursdays, 6-7pm March 19 - The Michael Peterson Case - “Staircase Murder” th April 16 - The Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum Heist th May 21 - The Massachusetts Drug Lab Scandal st Ladies Hour: Derby Party Waynesfield, Thursday, April 9 3:30-4:30pm th Put on your best hat and come enjoy a Kentucky Derby-themed ladies’ event! 9 Watercolor Painting with Joan Novotny Multiple Branches Join local artist Joan Novotny and complete a watercolor painting of your own. Registration required. Minster - Tuesday, March 24 5-7pm th Wapakoneta - Thursday, April 23 5-7pm rd New Bremen - Monday, May 4 5-7pm (adults/teens) th Adult Murder Mystery Game Day Wapakoneta, Saturday, April 11 10:30am-12pm th Come solve a murder or crime puzzle (not for the faint of heart!). Games are set per table. Up to 6 players per game. Smartphones are required by at least 1 member of each table for some clues. Registration required. Walk-In Blood Pressure Clinic Wapakoneta, Monday, April 20 10am-12pm th Stop by the library for a free walk-in blood pressure screening provided by the Auglaize County Health Department.
The Summer Reading Challenge for all ages kicks off on June 1 and runs through July 13, 2026. “Unearth a Story” this summer at your library with awesome entertainers, creative crafts, reading challenges, scavenger hunts, dinos, great prizes, and more all at your Library! Watch our website for more info. Download the Beanstack Tracking App to get ready. Walking Club Weekly, Wapakoneta Calling all walkers! Walking Club is back on Tuesday mornings starting in May. Join us at 9am in the Library parking lot and enjoy company while you walk around our community. Open to all ages. Tuesdays in May at 9-10am Ladies Hour: Blind Date with a Book Bingo Waynesfield, Thursday, May 7, 2:30-3:30pm Enjoy time with friends at the library while you play bingo! Winners earn a surprise wrapped book! No sign-up required. Mini Cakes by The Cottage Crumb Cridersville, Monday, May 18 5:30-6:30pm th Join Lisa, owner of The Cottage Crumb in Cridersville, as she shares about starting a mini cake business in her home. Sample one of her delicious flavors, along with decorating your own mini cake to take home! Registration required. 10 Summer Reading
Beaded Hanging Plant New Knoxville, Monday, March 2 5–6:30pm nd Love plants, but have trouble keeping them alive? Have we got a craft for you! Make a beaded plant impossible to kill, and impossible not to love. Registration required. Family Movie Night: The Lorax Wapakoneta, Monday, March 2 5-7pm nd Join us in the Event Room at 5pm to Celebrate Dr. Seuss Day & watch The Lorax (PG) at the library! There will be snacks and a craft for the kids during the movie. Registration required. LEGO Club Monthly, Minster Join us for the first Tuesday of every month for this fun afterschool activity. For ages kindergarten and older. A snack will be provided, and 1 small LEGO kit will be given away each month. First Tuesdays, 3:30-4:15pm - Mar. 3 & Apr. 7 & May 5 rd th th Wildlife Encounter with Brukner Nature Center New Bremen, Thursday, March 5 2-2:45pm th Join Bruckner Nature Center and their Wildlife Animal Ambassadors as we learn about wildlife in our area, conservation, and see some really cute critters. This is a registration only event for children and one accompanying adult. Registration required. Mixed Ages 11
Tea Party New Bremen, Monday, March 9 th 2-4pm Rescheduled from January! Join us as we enjoy a fancy tea with samples of hot tea, cocoa, and snacks. Dressing up is encouraged but not required. Registration required. Homeschool: All About Animals Wapakoneta, Wednesday, Mar. 11 1:30-2:30pm th Join us for a special homeschool event where we will learn about different animals by watching an episode of National Geographic Kids. After watching the episode, we will be playing a few rounds of zoo bingo! Homeschool events happen at Wapak on the second Wednesday of every month. Homeschool: LEGO Building Cridersville Join us each month for a special building time set aside for homeschool families! Second Thursdays, 1-2pm - Mar. 12 & Apr. 9 th th Books and Brews: 2026 Book Fair Wapakoneta, Saturday, March 14 9am-2pm th A grown-up book fair open and free to the public! Stop by to see authors and vendors galore. Early bird bonus-- the first few guests through the door will receive a free bag of book-themed goodies for book lovers! Open to all ages. DIY Easter Decor New Bremen, Monday, March 23 - All Day rd Celebrate spring and make a cute bunny craft! Registration required. Family Board Game Night Wapakoneta, Monday, March 23 5-7pm rd Bring your family to a night full of laughter, fun, and friendly competition. There will be several board games ranging in difficulty and age groups. Registration required. 12
Easter Egg Rock Painting Cridersville, Monday, March 30 4-6pm th Paint rocks to look like Easter eggs! Registration required. Family Craft: Fork-Painted Lorax Waynesfield, Monday, March 30 5-6pm th Families will use forks instead of brushes to paint a fun, fuzzy Lorax— an easy, creative craft with a Dr. Seuss twist for all ages! Homeschool: Jeopardy Wapakoneta, Wednesday, April 8 1:30-2:30pm th This...is...Jeopardy! Kids will be challenged with questions on kids’ books, TV shows, and movies. Homeschool events happen the second Wednesday of the month. Registration required. Rock Painting New Knoxville, Monday, April 13 5-6:30pm th Come paint rocks! Perfect to add to your garden or brighten up any area in your home. Coffee Filters Flowers DIY Monday, April 20 5-6:30pm th Kid-friendly craft, and perfect for those of us without a green thumb. Makes a great gift for a loved one. Registration required. Paper Sculpture Waynesfield, Monday, April 27 5-6pm th Drop in to make your own one-of-a-kind sculpture out of paper. Homeschool: Science/Discovery Wapakoneta, Wednesday, May 13 1:30-2:30pm th Let’s do science experiments! Don’t miss this fun and informative hands-on experience for for your homeschool crew. Registration required. 3D Printer Demo Day Wapakoneta, Saturday, May 16 11am-12pm th See our 3D Printer in action and take home a small 3D printed object while supplies last. 13
Art Sparks Monthly, Wapakoneta Get a little messy while learning something new! Each month we'll focus on an artist, explore their life and creative style, and make our own works of art based on what we have learned. For teens and preteens. Registration required. Second Thursdays at 4-5pm - March 12 , April 9 , May 14 th th th Pixel Art Monthly, Wapakoneta Design your own Perler Bead creation to take home. Use a pattern or your imagination. Third Wednesdays - 3:15-4:15pm Mar. 18 & Apr. 15 & May 20 th th th St. Patrick’s Day Cake Pops Wapakoneta, Monday, Mar. 16 4-5pm th For teens/tweens. Sign up to create your own delicious St. Patrick's Day cake pops using cupcakes, sprinkles, chocolate, and other tasty treats. Clay Bead Bracelets Minster, Monday, Apr. 6 4-5pm th Teens and tweens, join us at the Minster library to make your own clay bead bracelet! Registration required. 14 Teen Events Find even more events for teens in the MIXED AGES section starting on page 11. Are you interested in: Homeschool? p. 12 & 13 LEGO Club? p. 11 Knitting? p. 7 Bingo? p. 7
Storytime Weekly, Multiple Branches Little ones & caretakers can enjoy stories, songs, & more during our weekly storytimes at every library location! Cridersville – Mondays at 10:30-11AM (closed 5/25) Minster – Tuesdays at 10:30–11AM Wapakoneta – Tuesdays at 10:30–11AM Waynesfield – Tuesdays at 10:45–11:15AM New Knoxville – Wednesdays at 10:30–11AM New Bremen – Thursday Mornings at 10:30–11AM Thursday Evenings at 6:30–7PM Saturday Storytimes Monthly, Wapakoneta It’s Storytime--on the weekend! Join us for the same great storytime experience on the first Saturday of each month at 10:30AM. All kids and their caregivers are welcome. First Saturdays at 10:30-11am - Mar. 7 & Apr. 4 & May 2 th th nd Playdate Multiple Branches Join other young families and meet new friends while you play at the library! Cridersville - First Tuesdays, 10:30-11:30am - Mar. 3 & Apr. 7 rd th Wapakoneta - First & Third Thursdays, 10:30-11am - Toddler Playdate Mar. 5 & 19 Apr. 2 & 16 & May 7 & 21 th th nd th th st Kids Events 15
Jack the Therapy Dog visits Storytime Waynesfield Jack the Therapy Dog and his caretaker will be our special guests at storytime this spring! Tuesday, Mar. 3 10:45-11:15am rd Tuesday, Apr. 7 10:45-11:15am th Tuesday, May 5 10:45-11:15am th Spring Movement with Boyd Dance Studio Minster, Monday, March 9 11-11:30am th Explore movement and dance with Boyd Dance Studio! Perfect for children ages 5 & younger. Wapak Kids Craft Night Wapakoneta Sign up to make one of these fun crafts! Registration required. Pot of Gold - Thursday, March 12 5-5:30pm th Flower Pots - Thursday, March 19 5-6:30pm th Tape Resist Art - Thursday, April 16 5-6:30pm th Bird Houses - Thursday, May 21 5-6:30pm st Storytime with Police Chief Mike New Bremen, Thursday, March 12 10:30-11pm th Police Chief Mike Skinner of New Bremen will be here for a very special storytime! Bluey Paint Party Wapakoneta, Monday, Mar. 16 5-6pm th “For real life?!” Yep! This painting party is for toddlers! We’ll be painting on blank canvases and watching a Bluey episode in the background. Wear old clothes, just in case. Registration required. Sketches & Snacks: Easter Wapakoneta, Thursday, March 26 5-6pm th Draw step-by-step an Easter-themed picture while you enjoy a snack, then stay to color it if you wish. Registration required. 16 Don't miss all the great events for families & MIXED AGES starting on p. 11.
Breakfast with the Easter Bunny Minster Celebrate Easter at the library with crafts, games, food, and a visit from the Easter Bunny! For children preschool through 3 grade. Registration required. rd Saturday, March 28 9:30-10:15am th Saturday, March 28 10:30-11:15am th Storytime with the Auglaize County Health Dept. Wapakoneta, Tuesday, Mar. 31 10:30-11am st Join us for a special storytime with friends from the Health Dept. Kids LEGO Club Wapakoneta, Monday, Apr. 6 5-5:45pm th Calling all LEGO lovers! Stop in to complete a new building challenge! Kids Yoga Night Wapakoneta, Thursday, April 9 5:30-6:15pm th Kids and caregivers are welcome to join in this fun yoga session of breathwork, yoga poses, flows, & meditation. Kids’ yoga mats provided by the Friends of the Wapakoneta Library. Registration required. Stuffie Sleepover Minster Drop off your stuffed animal anytime between Monday and Wednesday, April 13-15, in the children’s area. Your favorite stuffie will enjoy a storytime of their own with Miss McKayla and more! Come back Friday, April 17 to pick them up and find out what fun they had! Drop off - April 13-15; Pickup starting - April 17 Symphony Storytime with Lima Symphony Orchestra New Knoxville, Wednesday, Apr. 15 10:30-11:30am th Members of the Lima Symphony Orchestra will perform special selections of pieces that match the stories they will share. All ages! Superhero Bingo Wapakoneta, Monday, Apr. 20 5-6pm th Play for heroic fun and prizes! Costumes optional. Registration req’d. 17
Kids No-Bake Cooking Class: Apple Donuts Wapakoneta Kids will turn apple slices into tasty “donuts” with fun toppings—no oven needed! A sweet, hands-on class that’s as fun to make as it is to eat. 2 sessions available. Registration required. Thursday, April 23 5-5:30pm rd Thursday, April 23 6-6:30pm rd Paw Patrol Craft Night Wapakoneta, Thursday, April 30 5-6pm th A paws-itively fun toddler craft party! Toddlers will watch an episode of Paw Patrol while making 2 adorable foam crafts--both Chase and Marshall! Registration required. Sundaes and Stories Weekly, Minster Join us Mondays in May at Minster Library to enjoy ice cream sundaes while listening to a few stories. For K and up. Registration required. Mondays in May at 3:30-4pm Mother’s Day Card Making Wapakoneta, Monday, May 4 at 5-6pm th Make a homemade card to show your love for your moms, grandmas, aunts, & more! Plenty of craft supplies will be available. Kids Origami Folding: Flower Wapakoneta, Thursday, May 28 5-5:30pm th Kids will fold colorful paper into beautiful flowers in this hands-on origami event. Registration required. 18
Libby eBooks, eAudiobooks Thousands of titles available from the Ohio Digital Library for you to download on your device. Get Libby, the free mobile app to access now with your library card from the Apple/Android stores. Hoopla eMedia, eBooks, eAudiobooks Instantly access thousands of movies, TV shows, eBooks, eAudiobooks, comics, and music. Free mobile apps, including one for your TV. Beanstack Tracker Reading Log App Keep a reading log, log your time, complete activities, and participate in reading challenges through the library. Free mobile app, available through the Apple/Android stores. eBooks, eMedia & Reading Apps auglaizelibraries.org/digital 19
419–738–2921 • auglaizelibraries.org • Libraries Closed: Monday, May 25 See page 3 for a list of library hours and locations. Library events may be photographed/filmed for promotion in library publications, website, or social media. Attendance automatically confers consent for your likeness to be used. Please notify staff if you decline being photographed for yourself or your child. Support the Library Make a difference in your community by giving to the library! Your tax–deductible donation helps support library services, collections, events & more. Learn more at auglaizelibraries.org/support Summer Reading is Coming Summer Reading returns to your library June 1 - July 13. This dino-themed challenge for all ages features events, activities, and prizes throughout the summer. Get a sneak peek on page 10 & learn more at auglaizelibraries.org/summer-reading.
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