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Toddler Time Story Time (19-35 months)

This story time is filled with stories, songs, fingerplays, and more to get toddlers singing and moving! Miss Melissa will share stories best suited for children 19 to 35 months old. We'll begin covering early learning concepts like counting and colors through fun fingerplays and rhymes.

Toddler Time Story Times:

  • Ducks: https://youtu.be/Xhmm85JAF_A
  • Silly Stories: https://youtu.be/XYEQMmrLDsw
  • Construction: https://youtu.be/A_Ux8NofnaY
  • Bath Time: https://youtu.be/bORFDKH75QM
  • Getting Dressed: https://youtu.be/5DiUaG5H36c
  • Spring: https://youtu.be/L83cr21zDew
  • Rainbows: https://youtu.be/nyHY0WFIl4E
  • Pizza: https://youtu.be/7JgH_ATHmic
  • Find Bear: https://youtu.be/ku_VbRgpP_Q
  • Books: https://youtu.be/uK1LRENTYYQ

 

Mother Goose Story Time (0-18 months)

Join Miss Melissa for a story time that will get babies bouncing and giggling! This lap-sit story time is perfect for babies ages birth - 18 months. There will be stories, songs, bounces, and rhymes to engage babies and caregivers.

Mother Goose Story Times:

  • Counting: https://youtu.be/oJ-NxExxPqY
  • Transportation: https://youtu.be/oor_rhHjqaA
  • Bears: https://youtu.be/vvGdMiqA5gQ
  • Busy Babies: https://youtu.be/GD-WFHaQtMI
  • Cows: https://youtu.be/OVpcDH8MuUk
  • Spring Time: https://youtu.be/a8Ul71HUtPw
  • Teddy Bear Bedtime: https://youtu.be/-SyWOSDIvhg
  • Cats: https://youtu.be/XyXdM2RqEws
  • Where's Bear: https://youtu.be/YiZ2tFpCIu8
  • Feelings: https://youtu.be/nK4-PVntMdw

 

Preschool Story Time (ages 3-6)

Preschool story times are filled with award winning books, songs, finger plays and more! These stories are appropriate for all preschoolers.

Preschool Story Times:

  • Silly Stories: https://youtu.be/BBrCSaTxc5I
  • Friendship: https://youtu.be/LNa2Ghumc4U
  • Bears: https://youtu.be/KlR--46X_6w
  • Monsters: https://youtu.be/Dr64pjTSKOM
  • Kites: https://youtu.be/d4VVvOSLbn4
  • Caterpillars: https://youtu.be/4K61mRVZvRA
  • Flowers: https://youtu.be/neKP8qlAJEg
  • Dinosaurs: https://youtu.be/_cOarmi1nDE
  • Cats: https://youtu.be/AOoiTYqXEKc
  • Counting Sheep: https://youtu.be/b5TfpqJd3n8

 

Astronomers-in-Residence Spring 2024

Don Murad has a Master's in Education from the University of Toledo and is a retired physics and astronomy teacher with 43 years of experience.  He is an astronomy enthusiast and is a veteran solar eclipse observer.

Heidi Westrick is the Assistant Director of the Ritter Planetarium and Brooks Observatory at the University of Toledo.

Connectivity Champion-in-Residence Winter 2023

Craig Batke from Ohio Connectivity Champions shared his technology expertise with the community by conducting in-person programs as well as meeting one-on-one with patrons. Ohio Connectivity Champions works to improve accessibility to the Internet. An experienced professional with over 12 years of teaching experience in public and private schools, Craig has vast knowledge of computer science, information technology, and financial literacy. Craig was previously employed with the U.S. Census Bureau, where he was responsible for training employees on field applications and data collection. He is exceptional at taking complex subjects and explaining them in simple ways. Mr. Batke's programs at Way Library included Ohio Means Jobs and Affordable Connectivity,

  1. Naturalist-in-Residence Summer 2021
  2. Mindfulness Coach-in-Residence Winter 2021
  3. Artist-in-Residence Winter 2020
  4. Musicologist-in-Residence Fall 2019

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In Residence Article Count:  6

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Way Public Library LibCal: Events

  • Mother Goose
    Date: Thursday, July 3, 2025 Time: 10:00am - 10:30am Location: Mercy Health Activity Center at the Library

    This 30-minute drop-in early literacy program for babies and their caregivers features music, rhymes, and stories. Ages birth-18 months.

  • Lego League
    Date: Thursday, July 3, 2025 Time: 2:00pm - 3:00pm Presenter: Alisha Nolin Location: Mercy Health Activity Center at the Library

    If you're a great Lego builder, or a first-timer, this is the place for you. We provide the Legos, you provide the imagination for an hour of

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  • Crafternoons
    Date: Thursday, July 3, 2025 Time: 3:00pm - 4:45pm Location: Main Level

    Take a break from the farmer's market for a fun afternoon craft! Children of all ages are welcome to join us for a make and take craft! Each week we'll have a brand new, summer craft. No registration is

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  • Outdoor Family Story Time
    Date: Tuesday, July 8, 2025 Time: 10:00am - 10:30am Location: Outside

    Join us on the Commodore Lawn for Family Story Time! We'll have stories, songs, and more perfect for the whole family! All ages are welcome and no registration is required. In case of rain, we'll post on our

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  • Dining With Diabetes
    Date: Tuesday, July 8, 2025 Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm Location: Meeting Rooms A, B, C, and D

    Dining with Diabetes is a nutrition education program designed for people with diabetes and their family members.  In this series, participants will learn how to incorporate healthy cooking

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  • Bookaneers Book Club & Movie
    Date: Tuesday, July 8, 2025 Time: 2:00pm - 3:30pm Presenter: Alisha Nolin Location: Mercy Health Activity Center at the Library

    Join us as we discuss the book "How to Train Your Dragon" and watch the film adaptation together. Books will be available to borrow at

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  • Yasu Paper Magic Show
    Date: Wednesday, July 9, 2025 Time: 1:30pm - 2:15pm Location: Meeting Rooms A, B, C, and D

    Enjoy this 45 minute program geared toward family audiences that

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  • Teen D&D Encounters
    Date: Wednesday, July 9, 2025 Time: 2:00pm - 4:00pm Presenter: Crystal Morris Location: Mercy Health Activity Center at the Library

    Teens age 12-16 can adventure with Way Library's teen Dungeons and Dragons club.

    This club is for teens who are already familiar

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  • VR Expedition to California State Parks
    Date: Wednesday, July 9, 2025 Time: 6:00pm - 7:00pm Location: Conference Room 1

    No airplane ticket needed to visit 10 different state parks in California. From

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  • Mother Goose
    Date: Thursday, July 10, 2025 Time: 10:00am - 10:30am Location: Mercy Health Activity Center at the Library

    This 30-minute drop-in early literacy program for babies and their caregivers features music, rhymes, and stories. Ages birth-18 months.

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