Bats, Boo-ks, and Bonfire
Friday, October 23 from 6-8:30 pm
What's that creature that goes bump in the night? It's probably one of our local nocturnal animals. Join the Way Library and Wood County Park District at W.W. Knight Nature Preserve for an evening of celebrating local creatures who thrive in the dark. Costumes are highly encouraged! Fun for all ages! Registration not required.
Book Sale
Thursday, October 15 from 9 am - 7:30 pm and Friday, October 16 from 9 am - 5:30 pm
Browse thousands of outstanding gently used titles, including adult and children’s books, antiquarian books, and more! Fill a large bag for just $12.50 or a small bag for $5. Books may also be purchased individually. Find great bargains on gently used items while supporting Way Library!
We accept cash, credit cards, and checks.
Job Opportunity: Part-Time Payroll/Fiscal Assistant
Way Public Library seeks a Part-Time Payroll/Fiscal Assistant. Duties include processing payroll as well as other accounting and administrative support. Bachelor’s degree and previous experience with payroll and accounting preferred. Attention to detail required. Approximately 12-18 hours per week. Competitive pay based on experience.
Send resume and references to darlynn.huntermark@waylibrary.info by November 6, 2026.
Hoopla Reading Challenge
Participate in Hoopla’s 2026 Reading Challenge! October’s challenge is “Beware the Forest: Horror & Thrillers” – Complete the challenge by reading a book or comic from this collection. Don’t forget to share your achievement on social media by tagging @hoopladigital and using the hashtag #hooplachallenge.
Digital Resources Available
Way Public Library LibCal: Events
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Read to the Dogs (CANCELED)
Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026 Time: 10:00am - 10:15am Location:
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Witch Hat Workshop
Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026 Time: 10:00am - 1:00pm Location: Meeting Rooms A, B, C, and D
Pattern, instructions & material for hats will be provided. Some decorations will be available but participants are also encouraged to bring their own, such as ribbons, faux flowers, buttons,
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Creepy Literary Tour Session 1
Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026 Time: 7:00pm - 7:30pm Location: Main Level
Do you like your Halloween with a little bit of literature? Do you like your reading to have a little bit of creepiness? Then join the literary giants of the horror genre and hear scary stories
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Creepy Literary Tour Session 2
Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026 Time: 7:30pm - 8:00pm Location: Main Level
Do you like your Halloween with a little bit of literature? Do you like your reading to have a little bit of creepiness? Then join the literary giants of the horror genre and hear scary stories
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Creepy Literary Tour Session 3
Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026 Time: 8:00pm - 8:30pm Location: Main Level
Do you like your Halloween with a little bit of literature? Do you like your reading to have a little bit of creepiness? Then join the literary giants of the horror genre and hear scary stories
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Creepy Literary Tour Session 4
Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026 Time: 8:30pm - 9:00pm Location: Main Level
Do you like your Halloween with a little bit of literature? Do you like your reading to have a little bit of creepiness? Then join the literary giants of the horror genre and hear scary stories
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Tom Gage & Alex Avila Author Visit
Date: Sunday, October 11, 2026 Time: 2:00pm - 4:00pm Location: Meeting Rooms A, B, C, and D
Author Tom Gage and retired Detroit Tigers catcher Alex Avila team up to share the stories
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Homeschoolers' Book Talk
Date: Monday, October 12, 2026 Time: 1:30pm - 2:30pm Presenter: Alyssa Bullock Location: Mercy Health Activity Center at the Library
This book club meets monthly during the school year to discuss books from a variety of genres! Homeschoolers have the opportunity to enjoy
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MS Wellness and Exercise Class
Date: Monday, October 12, 2026 Time: 5:30pm - 6:15pm Location: Mercy Health Activity Center at the Library
This 45 minute class is designed for people with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). It focuses on balance, posture, functional and core strength. Exercise has been shown in
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Toddler Time
Date: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 Time: 9:30am - 10:00am Location: Mercy Health Activity Center at the Library
This 30-minute interactive program for toddlers and their caregivers features stories, fingerplays, action rhymes and songs. Ages 19 to 35 months, no registration is
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