PROGRAMS & SERVICES Winter 2025 January - February Auglaize County Libraries
3 Your Library Card 4 Library Locations & Hours 5 New Reading Challenges 6 Adult Events 9 Mixed Ages Events 11 Teen Events 12 Kids Events 15 eBooks, eMedia, & Reading Apps 16 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 10AM–7PM Friday 10AM–5PM Saturday 10AM–12PM Cridersville 116 W. Main St. Cridersville, OH 45806 419–645–5447 Monday 10AM–7PM Tuesday 1–7PM Thursday 10AM–7PM Saturday 10AM–12PM New Knoxville 304 S. Main St. New Knoxville, OH 45871 419–753–2724 Monday, Wednesday 10AM–7PM Thursday 1PM–7PM Saturday 10AM–12PM White–Waynesfield 108 E. Wapakoneta St. Waynesfield, OH 45896 419–568–5851 Monday–Tuesday 10AM–7PM Thursday 1PM–7PM Saturday 10AM–12PM Stallo–Minster 196 E. Fourth St. Minster, OH 45865 419–628–2925 Monday–Wednesday 10AM–7PM Friday–Saturday 10AM–12PM New Bremen 45 S. Washington St. New Bremen, OH 45869 419–629–2158 Monday–Tuesday 10AM–7PM Thursday 10AM–7PM Friday–Saturday 10AM–12PM 4
Winter Reading Bingo Challenge January 1-31, 2025 - All Ages Log reading time and activities this winter on Beanstack to earn bingos and badges for chances to win amazing prizes, including Warmies™ Stuffies, Fire Tablet, Robot Dog, & more cozy items. Cover your whole board to earn an Arby’s coupon. Reading Challenges auglaizelibraries.org/challenges 5 Find it all on Beanstack Find all available Auglaize County Libraries' reading challenges on the Beanstack Tracker App or website. Yearlong Reading Challenge January 1 - December 31, 2025 - All Ages Log your reading time throughout the year to earn digital badges.
6 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 Friday Morning Book Group - First Fridays 10-11AM Jan. 3 - The Glass Maker by Tracy Chevalier Feb. 7 - Peter Pan by J. M. Barrie Wapak Monday Evening Traveling Book Group - First Mondays 6-7PM Jan. 6 - Surprise book received in Dec. @ TBD Feb. 3 - Crow Mary by Kathleen Grissom @ TBD New Bremen Book Club - First Tuesdays 6-7PM Jan. 7 - The Most Wonderful Crime of the Year by Ally Carter Feb. 4 - James by Percival Everett New Knoxville Book Club - First Thursdays 6-7PM Jan. 9 - The Christmas Tree Farm by Melody Carlson Feb. 6 - The Bell Jar by Sylvia Plath Waynesfield Porch Talk Book Group - Third Tuesdays 4:30-5:30PM Jan. 21 - A Calamity of Souls by David Baldacci Feb. 18 - The Taster by V. S. Alexander Minster Library Book Club - Fourth Wednesdays 2-3PM Jan. 22 - The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon Feb. 26 - West with Giraffes by Lynda Rutledge Cridersville Book Club @ the Library - Fourth Thursdays 1:30-2:30PM Jan. 23 - Truths I Never Told You by Kelly Rimmer Feb. 27 - Nineteen Steps by Millie Bobby Brown
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. Wapakoneta, Cridersville, & Waynesfield Monday, Jan. 6 & Tuesday, Jan. 21 and Mon. Feb. 3 & 17 Minster, New Bremen & New Knoxville Monday, Jan. 13 & 27 and Feb. 10 & 24 Beginner Sourdough Classes Multiple Branches Sourdough bread is trending, but do you know how to make it? Join us for a fun and interactive beginner class at the Library! We’ll learn how to make and maintain a starter, as well as tips and techniques for making the perfect loaf. Registration required. Class with Allison Hartman - Samples available. New Knoxville - Monday, Jan. 6 - 6-7PM New Bremen - Monday, Jan. 13 - 6-7PM Class with E. Ann Baking Co. - Sponsored by Friends Wapakoneta - Saturday, Jan. 25 - 11AM-1:45PM Knit & Crochet Circle Monthly, Wapakoneta Bring your current project and chat! Second Tuesdays, 5:30–7PM - Jan. 14 & Feb. 11 Movie Matinee Monthly, Minster Join us each month for an exciting movie on a Wednesday afternoon. Light refreshments served. Contact library for the movie of the month. Second Wednesdays, 1–3PM - (Not meeting in Jan.) & Feb. 12 Financial Wellness Checkup Wapakoneta, Tuesday, Feb. 11 - 1-2PM Get the skills and knowledge to make informed and effective decisions with your financial resources. Join us at the Wapak Library for a financial check-up. Presented by Fifth Third Bank. 7
Crafts for Adults Monthly, Multiple Branches Sign up with friends to make one–of–a–kind crafts at no cost to you! Wooden Tissue Box Painting - Registration required. Cridersville - Thursday, Jan. 16 - 1-2PM Monday, Jan. 27 - 5-6PM Air Dry Clay Dish - Registration required. Wapakoneta - Monday, Jan. 27 - 5-6:30PM Tuesday, Jan. 28 - 1-2:30PM Adult Jewelry Craft - Registration required. Cridersville - Thursday, Feb. 20 - 1-2PM Monday, Feb. 24 - 5-6PM Painted Tea Towel – Registration required. Wapakoneta – Monday, Feb. 24 – 5–6:30PM Tuesday, Feb. 25 – 1–2:30PM Trivia Night: Valentine’s Day Edition Wapakoneta, Tuesday, Feb. 11 - 5:30-6:30PM Fall in love with this trivia theme. Invite friends to join a team, play by yourself, or join a team when you get here. Snacks & beverages will be provided. Registration required. Coffee and Conversations Monthly, Wapakoneta Enjoy a warm cup and good conversation each month on the Third Saturdays, from informal discussions to topics led by special guests. Third Saturdays, 10-11AM - (off in January) & Feb. 15 Social Security & Medicare Talk New Bremen, Tues. Feb. 18 - 5:30-7PM Learn about the ins and outs of SS & Medicare. Bring your questions with you! Stained Glass with Windyknolls Wapakoneta, Saturday, Feb. 22 11AM-1PM Make a one-of-a-kind stained glass piece with our presenter from Windyknolls. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Registration required. 8 Adults are also welcome to join in all the MIXED AGES events starting on p. 9. Trending Crafts and Mocktails Multiple Branches Come to the library and enjoy a delicious mocktail while checking out some of the latest trending crafts! Registration required. New Knoxville - Monday, Feb. 24 - 6-7PM New Bremen - Tuesday, Feb. 25 - 6-7PM
New Year Celebration Cridersville, Thursday, Jan. 2 - 1-2PM Kick off the New Year with a fun celebration together with snacks, music, and crafts. Waynesfield Make & Take Crafts Waynesfield, January 2 - February 28 New crafts at the library every 2 weeks! First come, first served. Movie Nights at the Libraries Multiple Branches Don’t miss these family-friendly new releases and classics at the library this January. All movies rated PG. The Wild Robot - Wapakoneta - Thursday, Jan. 2 - 5-6:30PM (+ snacks) Waynesfield - Thursday, Jan. 9 - 5-6:30PM (+ craft) New Knoxville - Monday, Jan. 27 - 3:30-5:30PM New Bremen - Tuesday, Jan. 28 - 4-6PM The Iron Giant - New Knoxville - Monday, Jan. 6 - 3:30PM & 5:30PM New Bremen - Tuesday, Jan. 7 - 3:30PM & 5:30PM Big Hero 6 - New Knoxville - Monday, Jan. 13 - 3:30-5:30PM New Bremen - Tuesday, Jan. 14 - 4-6PM 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 - Jan. 7 & Feb. 4 9
Robots & Cupcakes “Be a Reading Machine” Cridersville, Tuesday, Jan. 7 - 4-5PM Challenge yourself to build a LEGO robot and then enjoy a cupcake! Registration required. Minster Family Night Crafts Monthly, Minster Sign up to create awesome crafts together and enjoy the time with family. Multiple time slots offered. Registration required. DIY Snowglobe - Monday, Jan. 13 - 4-5, 5-6, & 6-7PM Valentine’s Day Craft - Monday, Feb. 10 - 4-5, 5-6, & 6-7PM Pictionary & Snacks Cridersville, Tuesday, Jan. 14 - 4-5PM Get ready to guess and draw your way through this fun game and enjoy snacks too. Sketches & Snacks Multiple Branches Follow along to draw a few fun sketches & enjoy yummy snacks! Registration required. Wapakoneta - Tuesday, Jan. 28 - 5-5:30PM Cridersville - Tuesday, Feb. 11 - 4-5PM How It’s Made: Krave Creamery’s Freeze-Dried Candy Thursday, Feb. 6 - 6-6:45PM Register for a special edition of “How It’s Made” with special guest Dena Wireman from Krave Creamery to tell us all about the freezedried candy process. Samples will be available. Registration required. Loving Crafts Multiple Branches Visit the library to make a sweet craft for a special someone. First come, first served while supplies last. New Knoxville - Monday, Feb. 10 - 3-6PM New Bremen - Tuesday, Feb. 11 - 3-6PM Beaded Valentine Heart Craft Cridersville, Thursday, Feb. 13 - 4-5PM Create your own Beaded Valentine Heart with pipe cleaners & beads. 10
Teen Advisory Board Monthly, Wapakoneta Energetic & innovative students from grades 7-12 are invited to join the TAB to help plan upcoming teen programs. First Tuesdays - 5-6PM Jan. 7 & Feb. 4 Mini Book Magnets Wapakoneta, Tuesday, Jan. 14 - 4-5PM Sign up to create your own set of mini book magnets. Registration required. Pixel Art Monthly, Wapakoneta Design your own Perler Bead creation to take home. Use a pattern or your imagination. Wednesdays - 3:15-4:15PM Jan. 15 & Feb. 12 11 Find even more events for teens in the MIXED AGES section starting on p. 9. LEGO Charades Wapakoneta, Jan. 22 - 5-6PM Build whatever is on the card and have your team guess what you are building in this fun LEGO version of Charades! Snacks and drinks will be provided. Registration required. Candy Sushi Wapakoneta, Feb. 18 - 4-5PM Sign up to make your own sushi out of candy! And then eat it (or show it off)! Registration required.
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 1/20) Minster – Tuesdays at 10:30–11AM Wapakoneta – Tuesdays at 10:30–11AM Waynesfield – Tuesdays at 10:45–11:15AM (Storytime is back!) New Knoxville – Wednesdays at 10:30–11AM (Closed 1/1 & 1/8) New Bremen – Thursday Mornings at 10:30–11AM (Cancelled 1/2) Thursday Evenings at 6:30–7PM (Cancelled 1/2) Toddler Playdate Bimonthly, Wapakoneta Are you a parent, grandparent or a caregiver of a baby and/or a toddler? Meet with other friends to play and explore the library together. First and Third Thursdays, 10:30-11AM Jan. 2, 16 & Feb. 6, 20 How It’s Made Monthly, Wapakoneta Join us for a new series to explore and experiment with how common things are made! Registration required. Robots - Monday, Jan. 6 - 5-6PM Freeze-Dried Candy with Krave Creamery - Thurs. Feb. 6 - 6-6:45PM (See page 10 for more info.) 12
Symphony Storytime with Lima Symphony Orchestra Minster, Tuesday, Jan. 7 - 10:30-11AM Members of the Lima Symphony Orchestra will perform special selections of pieces that match the stories they will share. All ages! Kids Craft Night: Paint Your Own Robot Bank Wapakoneta Start saving in the new year with your own painted robot bank! Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Registration required. Monday, Jan. 13 - 5-5:30PM Tuesday, Jan. 14 - 5:30-6PM Winter Reading Crafts Multiple Branches Celebrate being a reading machine with us and build some cool machines and robots. First come, first served as long as supplies last. New Bremen - Tuesday, Jan. 21 - 4-6PM New Knoxville - Wednesday, Jan. 22 - 3:30-5:30PM Homeschool Kids Trivia Monthly, Wapakoneta If you’re a homeschool kiddo looking to test your knowledge, meet us once a month for Trivia! Snacks provided. Registration required. Third Wednesdays at 1:30-2:30PM - Jan. 22 & Feb. 19 Kids Book Club Monthly, Wapakoneta Brand-new program! Pick up your copy of this month’s title at the library before Book Club to have time to read or review. Then, we’ll enjoy snacks and chatting about the book together on Book Club Day. The Wild Robot by Peter Brown - Thursday, Jan. 23 - 5-6PM The BFG by Roald Dahl - Thursday, Feb. 20 - 5-6PM Kids Craft Night: Heart String Art Wapakoneta Make your own Valentine’s Day decoration for yourself or a friend! Registration required. Monday, Feb. 3 - 5-5:30PM Monday, Feb. 10 - 5:30-6PM 13
Homeschool Library Lab Monthly, Wapakoneta Meet other homeschool families each month to play, socialize, create, learn, and connect. Geared for ages 5-10 but younger/older siblings are welcome. Snacks will be provided. Registration required. First Wednesdays - 1:30-2:30PM (off in January) & Feb. 5 Cridersville Playdate Cridersville, Thursday, Feb. 6 - 1-2PM Babies, toddlers, & children with their grownups are welcome to meet at the library for a fun playdate with friends and neighbors. Valentine’s Day Bingo Multiple Branches Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a few fun rounds of bingo. You might win a prize! Registration required. Wapakoneta - Thursday, Feb. 13 - 5-5:45PM Waynesfield - Thursday, Feb. 13 - 5:30-6:15PM - All ages welcome. Tummy Time Painting Wapakoneta, Tuesday, Feb. 25 - 5-5:30PM 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 dress them in something that you aren't worried about getting paint on. Don't miss all the great events for families & MIXED AGES starting on p. 9. 14
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 15
419–738–2921 • auglaizelibraries.org • 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 Libraries Closed: Wednesday, Jan. 1 Wednesday, Jan. 8 Monday, Jan. 20 See page 4 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. Winter Reading in January Track your reading this winter online or on the Beanstack app, complete activities, and win prizes. Register on Beanstack to start reading January 1! Learn more at auglaizelibraries.org/winter-reading.
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