The Wauseon Public Library is pleased to accept the generous donation from Dr. Jayantilal and Mrs. Galani of the old Elm Street school property on the corner of Elm and Shoop!

Did you know the Wauseon Public Library has more than just books? From printing to faxing and computer and internet services, the library is ready to help assist our patrons to the best of our ability.

Leap Into Learning with StoryTime at the Wauseon Public Library! Perfect for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers, Leap Into Learning combines Read, Write, Play, Talk, and Sing with Ohio's Early Development Standards--effectively bridging the educational gap between infancy and preschool.

Join Kenzie and Connie Tuesdays at 11:00AM for reading, music, movement, and more!

Registration is required for the free monthly book. Drop-ins for StoryTime are always welcome!

For more information on our Children's Programming, contact Kenzie at mkeene@seolibraries.org or call us at (419) 335-6626!

The Wauseon Public Library's 2025 Summer Reading Program is almost here! Starting Monday, May 12th, summer reading program packets are available for pickup to get you started on your summer of fun! Don't forget, the Kick-Off Carnival will be on Friday, June 30th at 11 am! Every patron who wears their tie-dye shirt to the Kick-Off Carnival will receive a special prize (while supplies last!). We can't wait to see you! 

The library will be closed on Monday, May 26th in honored observance of Memorial Day and all those who have served. 

This month, our Romance Book Club is discussing The Rom-Commers by Katherine Center on Tuesday, May 20th at 6:30 pm! Copies of the book are available in regular, large print, and audio format at the library. Stop in and grab your copy today!

"The Rom-Commers" by Katherine Center follows Emma Wheeler, a screenwriter and caregiver, who finds love and a new chapter while co-writing a romantic comedy with another screenwriter.

This month, our Mystery Book Club is discussing The Burning by Linda Castillo on Tuesday, May 27th at 6:30 pm. Copies of the book are available in regular, large print, and audio format at the library. Stop in and grab your copy today!

In "The Burning" by Linda Castillo, Chief of Police Kate Burkholder investigates the brutal murder of an Amish man, finding the case intertwined with her own family history and secrets within the Anabaptist community.

Our True Crime Discussion group meets once a month to dissect and analyze some of the eeriest cases. Come join us this month on Thursday, May 29th at 6 pm to discuss the case of Matthew Hoffman. Participants are encouraged to research the case and bring their findings to the group for discussion. 

For more information, contact us at (419) 335-6626!