Adult Programs and Activities
Adult Programs and Activities
- Reel Talk, Reel Art Film Series
- Morning Book Discussion Groups
- Evening Book Discussion Groups
- PBS Program Club
- Play Readers' Group
- Friday with my Friends
- Book Buddies
- Computer Classes
- Book Sales
Reel Talk, Reel Art - free film series
Classic films, with lively discussions led by a guest film scholar, are shown at Way Library one Thursday a month September through May, at 10:00 a.m. in the Lower Level Conference Center which seats 100. Free admission and complimentary refreshments. Monthly drawings! Bring a friend-- We have room!
Reel Art@Way
The library will continue its foreign/art film series in the fall. Watch for the upcoming schedule of films.
These films will be shown in the auditorium on the main floor of the library at 7 p.m. Admission is free and complimentary refreshments will be served.
For more information on either film series, contact Richard Baranowski, (419) 874-3135 extension 110, or baranori@oplin.org
Morning Book Discussion Groups
Join us for an animated and interesting book discussion on the first Wednesday of each month at 10 a.m. Click on the title to link to a book discussion guide, when available.
| Date | Title | Author |
|---|---|---|
| January 11 (Thursday) | The Ox-Bow Incident (movie/discussion) | W. Clark |
| February 6 | Suite Francaise | I.Nemirovsky |
| March 5 | Eat, Pray, Love | E. Gilbert |
| April 2 | Three Junes | J. Glass |
| May 7 | The Life & Times of the Thunderbolt Kid | B. Bryson |
| June 4 | The Virgin of Small Plains | N. Pickard |
| July 2 | Three Cups of Tea | G.Mortenson |
| August 6 | Tortilla Curtain | D. King |
| September 3 | The Ride of Our Lives | M.Leonard |
| October 1 | A Lost Lady | W. Cather |
| November 5 | Born on a Blue Day | D. Tammet |
| December 3 Holiday Party | Thread of Grace | M. Russell |
For more information, contact Nancy Kelley, (419) 874-3135 extension 102, or email kelleyna@oplin.org
In addition to this long-standing Wednesday morning group, Way Library hosts an Inspirational Book Discussion Group on the fourth Thursday of each month at 9:30 a.m. This group led by Way staff member Peggy Fuller is accepting new members. Call Peggy at 419-874-3135 x133.
Monday Evening Book Discussion Group
Join us for an animated and interesting book discussion on the third Monday of each month from 7:00 - 8:15 p.m. on the lower level of the library. This is a new group which started meeting in 2006. Click on the title to link to a book discussion guide, when available.
| Date | Title | Author |
|---|---|---|
| January 21 | The Life & Times of the Thunderbolt Kid | B. Bryson |
| February 18 | The Maytrees | A. Dillard |
| March 17 | Poisonwood Bible | B. Kingsolver |
| April 21 | The Lemon Tree | S. Tolan |
| May 19 | The Inheritance of Loss | K. Desai |
| June 16 | After This | A. McDermott |
| July 21 | What is the What | D. Eggers |
| August 18 | The Nine: Inside the Secret World of the Supreme Court | J. Toobin |
| September 15 | The Jungle | U. Sinclair |
| October 20 | Songs Without Words | A. Packer |
| November 17 | Bridge of Sighs | R. Russo |
| December 15 | Three Cups of Tea | G.Mortenson |
For more information, or to join, call Mary Meyer, 419-874-3135 extension 100, or email meyerma@oplin.org
Thursday Evening Book Discussion Group
Join this group and delve into its interesting reading list. It meets on the first Thursday of each month from 7:00 - 8:15 p.m. in Meeting Rooms A & B on the lower level of the library. Click on the title to link to a book discussion guide, when available.
| Date | Title | Author |
|---|---|---|
| January 3 | Ginger Tree | O. Wynd |
| February 7 | Middlesex | J. Eugenides |
| March 6 | Water for Elephants | S. Gruen |
| April 3 | A Walk in the Woods | B. Bryson |
| May 1 | In the Time of Butterflies | J. Alvarez |
| June 5 | Pride and Prejudice | J. Austen |
| July 10 | Girl With the Pearl Earring | T. Chevalier |
| August 7 | The Memory Keeper's Daughter | K. Edwards |
| September 4 | Eat, Pray, Love | E. Gilbert |
| October 2 | The Dive from Clausen's Pier | A. Packer |
| November 6 | Devil in the White City | E. Larson |
| December 4 | The Pilot's Wife | A. Shreve |
For more information, contact Janel Haas, (419) 874-3135 extension 106, or email haasja@oplin.org
WBGU-PBS Program Club
The WBGU-PBS Program Club is cosponsored by the library and WBGU-TV (Channel 27). It meets on the third Thursday of each month at 11:30 a.m. on the lower level of the library, and new participants are always welcome. Some members bring lunches. Each month a different program is selected; occasionally the meeting date will change based on program choice. The group continues to meet throughout the summer.
If you miss the program when it airs on local PBS stations, arrangements can be made to view the program prior to the discussion. Often the program is shown at 10:30 a.m. prior to the discussion. For more information, contact Mary Meyer (419) 874-3135 extension 100, or meyerma@oplin.org
Play Readers' Group
Way Library now has a Play Readers Group with monthly opportunities for participants to read a monologue, dialogue, one-act play or scene from a play. New members are welcome at any time. Check the Calendar of Events for the next group meeting.
Friday with my Friends
Four times a year, Friday with my Friends joins seniors and children in an intergenerational afternoon of songs, stories, and other activities. This presents a unique opportunity for seniors and children to interact on a one-on-one basis. Register 4-5 year old children online beginning two weeks before the event. Seniors can register and ask about transportation by calling Deb DiGennaro at (419) 874-3135 extension 109, or digennde@oplin.org
Book Buddies
At Way Public Library, home delivery is not a thing of the past! The Library’s volunteer Book Buddy program offers delivery service for homebound individuals. We know that security is important, so we screen all of our volunteers. We offer a flexible delivery schedule at no cost. Book Buddies are not even charged late fees, ever. Honest. You tell us what you would like to have delivered, and we’ll accommodate your needs. And, we can even offer suggestions, if you need them. If you would like to be the recipient of a Book Buddy, or if you’re interested in volunteering as a Book Buddy, please contact Deb DiGennaro, (419) 874-3135 extension 109, or digennde@oplin.org
Computer Classes
Way Library offers a variety of beginner and intermediate computer classes at an affordable price. Classes are offered at various times of the day. Registration must be done in advance and in person. For more information, contact the Information Desk, (419) 874-3135 extension 119, or wayref@oplin.org
Book Sales
The Friends of Way Library hold book sales in the gathering space of the Lower Level throughout the year. Watch the front page of this website for upcoming sales. For more information, contact Anna Bristol, (419) 874-3135 extension 108, or bristoan@oplin.org
