June 8
A fun-filled day raising awareness on the importance of literacy while connecting families to local community agencies.
Waite High School, 301 Morrison Dr., Toledo
Stevens Puppets Presents Goldilocks and the Three Bears
This famous fairy tale is performed with hand-carved marionettes.
King Road Branch Library, 3900 King Rd., Toledo
Heatherdowns Branch Library, 3265 Glanzman Rd., Toledo
June 10
Move, sing, clap, dance and listen to music at this activity for children and their caregivers. Registration is required.
The Ability Center, 5605 Monroe St, Sylvania
Science & Wonders with Professor Gizmo – Presented by Herdsmen Puppets
Professor Gizmo delights all with fun gadgets and science experiments in this interactive show.
Toledo Heights Branch Library, 423 Shasta Dr., Toledo
Locke Branch Library, 703 Miami St., Toledo
West Toledo Branch Library, 1320 Sylvania Ave., Toledo
June 12
Learn basic geode geology and explore various types of rocks. For ages 8-12, registration is required.
Way Public Library, 101 E Indiana Ave, Perrysburg
Celebrate Father’s Day at Franklin Park Mall at this monthly interactive children’s entertainment and education series. Register online.
Franklin Park Mall, 5001 Monroe St., Toledo
June 13
Englewood Festival Community Day | Kids Zone
The kickoff event offers sporting events, entertainment and more.
Smith Park, Dorr St. & Forest Ave., Toledo
Join The Ability Center to explore inclusive area playgrounds this summer. This session will meet at Woodlands Park.
Woodlands Park, 429 East Boundary St. Perrysburg
The Wood County Museum will host live music, yard games and more.
Wood County Museum, 13660 County Home Rd., Bowling Green
June 15
This free community event celebrates art, natural spaces and the Glass City.
Glass City Metropark, 1505 Front St., Toledo
June 16
Detroit River Youth Fishing Team (DRYFT) Program
Join Park Rangers from Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge for an introduction to fishing during this interactive outdoor program. Registration is required.
Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge, 14000 West State Route 2, Oak Harbor
Savanna’s Soul Kitchen Father’s Day Dinner At No Cost
Celebrate the amazing dads, guardians, & families in our lives with a delicious meal prepared with love.
Frederick Douglass Community, 1001 Indiana Ave., Toledo
June 17
Listen to a story about Juneteenth and make s’mores.
Mott Branch Library, 1085 Dorr St., Toledo
June 18
Play the Nintendo Switch with friends and enjoy snacks.
Maumee Branch Library, 501 River Rd., Maumee
June 21
Join The Ability Center to explore inclusive area playgrounds this summer. This session will meet at Pearson Metropark.
Pearson Metropark, 761 S Lallendorf Rd., Oregon
June 22
Creative play with Legos! The library will provide the bricks, and you make your own creations.
Sylvania Branch Library, 6749 Monroe St., Sylvania
Gathering on the Green at Tatum Park
Urban Wholistics Green Space Festival offers entertainment, local food and more.
Tatum Park, 1209 City Park Ave., Toledo
June 24
Inclusive Playground Bingo and Trail Ride
Join The Ability Center to explore inclusive area playgrounds this summer. This session will meet at Swan Creek Metropark.
Swan Creek MetroPark, 4659 Airport Hwy., Toledo
Children will have the opportunity to learn how to jump rope, double dutch jump roping, jacks, hopscotch, card games, draw and relax with a book.
Mott Branch Library, 1085 Dorr St., Toledo
Multiple Events
June 6-Aug. 15
Parks and Youth Services Community Movie Night
Enjoy a movie under the stars at various city parks Thursday nights this summer.
The Space Painter: Adventure Juggler
Join the library for a comic romp of long-distance ball, club, and bird manipulation.
June 10
3030 W. Central Ave., Toledo
5560 Harvest Lane, Toledo
3340 Dustin Rd., Oregon
June 11
3422 Lagrange St., Toledo
1736 Broadway St., Toledo
800 Michigan Ave., Waterville
June 12
3101 Collingwood Blvd., Toledo
1085 Dorr St., Toledo
Ice Cream in a Bag – a tasty STEM activity
Change matter from liquid to solid by changing the temperature and creating a tasty treat.
June 11
6749 Monroe St., Sylvania
June 12
2727 117th St., Toledo
June 17
3101 Collingwood Blvd., Toledo
1032 South McCord Rd., Holland
June 26
1320 Sylvania Ave., Toledo
Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star – Presented by Children’s Theatre Workshop
Star Keepers make sure stars are awake and ready to shine, but what happens when one goes missing? Find out with Children’s Theater Workshop.
June 12
325 N Michigan St, Toledo
Saturday, June 15
3900 King Rd., Toledo
3030 W. Central Ave., Toledo
Reading Buddies
Reading sessions are with trained volunteers and library staff. For children in grades K-3.
June 3 & 10
800 Michigan Ave., Waterville
June 5, 12, 26
3030 W. Central Ave., Toledo
June 6, 13, 20, 27
1320 Sylvania Ave., Toledo
Meet the Dinosaurs! with Dinosaur Dimensions
An amazing collection of realistic puppets present an experience like no other.
June 25
1736 Broadway St., Toledo
Reynolds Corners Branch Library
4833 Dorr St., Toledo
6749 Monroe St., Sylvania
June 26
2727 117th St., Toledo
703 Miami St., Toledo
1032 South McCord Rd., Holland