Tech Help for Everyone: How Huron County Community Library Keeps Our Community Connected Technology touches nearly every part of our lives — applying for jobs, staying in touch with family, paying bills, and managing healthcare. But learning new tools and devices can be intimidating. That’s where the Huron County Community Library comes in. Every day, patrons visit our locations with questions large and small — from “How do I print this?” to “Can you help me set up my smartphone?” Our staff are always ready to lend a hand, no matter your experience level. Along with free public computers, free Wi-Fi, printing, and scanning, the library offers dedicated opportunities for one-on-one tech support. Our Tech Thursdays sessions, held every Thursday at 5 p.m. in the Willard location, giving patrons a chance to drop in and receive personalized assistance. Bring your device, your questions, and your curiosity — we’ll take the time to walk you through step by step. Can’t make it to Willard? No problem. Tech help is available at all Huron County Community Library locations by appointment. Just contact Jarrad, the IT Coordinator, at it@huroncolib.org to schedule a time that works for you. Whether you’re learning to use a new phone, exploring email or social media, organizing photos, or simply trying to stay safe online, we’re here to help. There’s no rush, no pressure, and no such thing as a silly question. At Huron County Community Library, we believe technology should bring people together — not leave anyone behind. When someone learns to video chat with a grandchild, fill out an online form, or apply for a new job, it’s more than a tech skill; it’s a bridge to opportunity and connection. Stop by your local location or reach out today to see how we can help you stay connected in the digital world — one click at a time. by Jarrad Awwiller, Information Technologies Coordinator DEC 2025 - JAN 2026 All HCCL locations will be closed Dec 24, Dec 25, Jan 1, and Jan 19 HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS THURS, DEC 11 5:30-7PM Free Hot chocolate Live music Trivia with Mrs. Claus Ornaments
Tues, Jan 6 at 12:30 pm - “Hope’s Table: Everyday Recipes from a Mennonite Kitchen” by Hope Helmuth Friday mornings at 10:30 am Friday mornings at 10:30 am Fri, Jan 23 at 10:30 am Fri, Jan 30 at 10:30 am Storytime! Join Cathy on Fridays at 10:30am for stories, activities, and more! Wakeman location - Youth Thurs, Jan 22 from 3:30-6pm Thurs, Jan 29 from 3:30-6pm Kids! Drop in anytime from 3:30-6 pm on Thursdays for fun activities, crafts, and more! Each week features something new! Homeschool families and kids are invited to join us for a special Kids’ Cookbook Club! Check out a copy of our monthly selection and make your favorite recipe at home to bring to our discussion for everyone to enjoy! Wed, Jan 21 at 10:30am Wed, Jan 28 at 10:30am Bring your little one to the library for some fun play! It’s a great way to meet other parents and for your little one to have a fun playdate! Who picked this book? Wakeman Book Club Mon, Dec 15 at 5:30 pm - “A Christmas Memory” by Truman Capote Mon, Jan 12 at 5:30 pm- “City Under One Roof” by Iris Yamashita Wakeman location - Adult FOOD FOR THOUGHT COOKBOOK CLUB “Gooseberry Patch Christmas Cookbook” by Gooseberry Patch Dec. 1 at 6pm “Healthy Eats” by Six Sisters’Stuff Jan. 5 at 6pm
Chair Yoga With “PT Patty” Tues, Dec 2 at 10:30am Tues, Dec 16 at 10:30am Tues, Jan 20 at 10:30am Join PT Patty from Integrated Therapeutic Healing for Chair Yoga! Pinterest Monday: Cutting Board Reindeer *Sign Up Required* Mon, Dec 29 at 5:30 pm Kick off the Winter Holiday season with a cute reindeer decoration. We’ll be using a cutting board to make a unique reindeer that is the perfect addition to your home. Join The Laurels for a morning of fun and information just for seniors! There is a different topic each month and there is always an activity or craft. Tues, Dec 30 at 10:30 am Tues, Jan 27 at 10:30 am Pinterest Monday: Scrapbook Journal *Sign Up Required* Mon, Jan 26 at 5:30 pm Come create your very own unique scrapbook journal! We’ll be talking about different types of journals and layouts. We’ll be creating our own journals to take home! We’ll even have a fun door prize kit to get you started! Wakeman location - Adult Presented by Join us the last Monday of every month at 5:30pm for a craft or activity just for adults!
Thurs, Dec 4 at 11 am The Toledo Zoo will be doing an interactive presentation about animals from around the world. Happy New Year! No homeschool group in January. The homeschool group will be meeting February 5 . th Help the reindeer celebrate the holidays by playing games, doing crafts, reading stories, and doing science experiments. Greenwich Reindeer Games Wed, Dec 10 Drop-in between 4-6 pm Chris will have songs, crafts, games, and more on Friday mornings. Kids of all ages are welcome. Greenwich Location Fri, Dec 12 at 11 am Fri, Dec 19 at 11 am Fri, Jan 9 at 11 am Fri, Jan 16 at 11 am Fri, Jan 23 at 11 am Fri, Jan 30 at 11am Stop in and learn how to make a German Star. You can put it on a Christmas tree, present, window or give it away at Christmas. Dipping them in wax and adding glitter will be available. Mon, Dec 8 Drop-in between 3-6:30 pm German Stars Holiday House Registration encouraged. Limited supplies available. Wed, Dec 17 from 5 - 6:30 pm Celebrate the season by creating a holiday house.
Join us for an activity every Wednesday between 3-5 pm. It’ll be an afternoon of fun! Drop in between 3-5pm Greenwich Location- Family/Adult Wed, Dec 10 drop-in between 4-6 pm Reindeer Games Come enjoy the holiday season with our reindeer activities and games. On Wednesdays December 24 and 31 there are no programs. Happy Holidays!! Wed, Dec 17 from 5-6:30 pm Holiday Houses Celebrate the season by creating a holiday house. Registration encouraged. Supplies Limited. Wed, Dec 3 drop-in between 3-5 pm Christmas Salt Painting Create works of art by using salt and watercolor paints. Wed, Jan 14 from 3-5 pm New Year Art We will be using paint and stencils to make an exploding numbers picture. Wed, Jan 28 from 3-5 pm Melting Snowman Decorate your home by making a melting snowman out of a wooden circle. Wed, Jan 21 from 3-5 pm Snow Dough Learn how to make a simple playdough and create fun winter shapes. Wed, Jan 7 from 3-5 pm Musical toys Explore your creativity by making music with the library’s musical toys. Pinterest Monday: Cutting Board Reindeer *Sign Up Required* Mon, Dec 1 at 5:30 pm Kick off the Winter Holiday season with a cute reindeer decoration. We’ll be using a cutting board to make a unique reindeer that is the perfect addition to your home. Pinterest Monday: Scrapbook Journal *Sign Up Required* Mon, Jan 5 at 5:30 pm Come create your very own unique scrapbook journal! We’ll be talking about different types of journals and layouts. We’ll be creating our own journals to take home! We’ll even have a fun door prize kit to get you started!
Craft Day Fri, Jan 2 at 1pm Join us to learn how to create art with hot glue and paint! We’ll be learning how to make textures and even wintery scenes using hot glue as a base. Fri, Dec 5 at 1pm Join Missy to learn how to arm knit! We’ll be learning to create our own infinity scarf with this easy knitting technique. Sit n Stitch This is an ongoing weekly time for anyone who wants to bring whatever they're making to work together with other like-minded makers to knit, crochet, crossstitch, rug hook, etc. All are welcome to join! Tues, Dec 9 at 11am Tues, Jan 13 at 11am Chair Yoga With “PT Patty” From Integrated Therapeutic Healing North Fairfield Every Monday morning at 10am Each body is different, with its own history of medical issues, injuries, pain and trauma. With PT Patty’s guidance we can all safely experience the benefits of yoga. All are welcome! Make your own pine cone wreath! Mon, Dec 1 at 5pm Sign Up Required ***Space Limited - Adults Only Get your pine cones to paint at home when you sign up Mon, Dec 8 from 3-4:30 pm Use salt, glue, and food coloring to make beautiful works of art. Salt Painting Create your own Holiday House! Mon, Dec 15 at 5pm Registration Requested Supplies Limited Mon, Jan 12 from 3-4:30 pm Learn how to make a simple playdough and create fun winter shapes. Snow Dough Snow Owls Learn how to make a fun owl craft from a pinecone. Mon, Jan 26 from 3-4:30 pm
Willard Tech Workshops At The Willard Enrichment Center Tech Thursdays with Jarrad (Willard Computer Lab) Bring your computer questions to the library during Tech Thursdays! Learn at your own pace with help right nearby. Jarrad will be here to answer questions, review topics, and more! Every Thursday at 5 pm. Just drop in with your questions! Willard Writers’ Group Willard -Outreach Join us each month on the second Thursday at 10 am at the Willard Enrichment Center for a free craft or activity! You can even stick around after for a yummy lunch available by the Enrichment Center. *Ages 18 and up* Thurs, Dec 11 at 10am Come create your very own winter scene with a charger plate and other wintery decor. Thurs, Jan 8 at 10am Have you ever created art with paint and plaster? Come try the viral plaster painting trend with us. We’ll be using paint and plaster to create some wintery art. Looking for a creative outlet? The Huron County Community Library “Writers’ Group” is a welcome space for writers of all genres and skill levels. Whether you’re a seasoned novelist or just putting pen to paper, we’d love for you to join us. If you can’t make it in person, it is no problem. We offer a virtual option so you can still join the conversation. You can also sign up for our email list to receive monthly updates, writing resources, and inspiring quotes. Come share your voice with the HCCL Writers’ Group! For more information or to get on the email list contact Josh at jfigley@huroncolib.org. Thurs, Dec 18 5 pm Writers’ Group Willard -Adult Workshops/Events Fri, Dec 26 at 11am Kick off 2026 with a New Year Plan! Join us to learn about New Year Planning and create your own 2026 plan! Fri, Jan 30 at 11am Kick off a new year with Senior Hour. Join us with Laurel Healthcare each month for a special workshop just for seniors. Each month will feature a topic or speaker and an activity/craft.
In the kitchen with missy Monthly Food Workshops 1st Thursdays at 6pm History of The Edmund Fitzgerald Pinterest Monday: Cutting Board Reindeer (Annex) *Sign Up Required* Mon, Dec 15 at 6pm Kick off the Winter Holiday season with a cute reindeer decoration. We’ll be using a cutting board to make a unique reindeer that is the perfect addition to your home. Willard -Adult Workshops/Events Pinterest Monday: Scrapbook Journal (Annex) *Sign Up Required* Mon, Jan 12 at 6pm Come create your very own unique scrapbook journal! We’ll be talking about different types of journals and layouts. We’ll be creating our own journals to take home! We’ll even have a fun door prize kit to get you started! Starting in Jan 2026 - Join us the first Thursday of each month at 6pm for a new food based workshop series. Missy will be featuring new recipes, new lessons, and special guests! Tues, Dec 2 at 6pm - Butter & Dressings Tues, Dec 9 at 6pm - Fudge & Truffles Tues, Dec 16 at 6pm - Let’s explore different Chex Mix recipes! Thurs, Jan 8 at 6pm - Join us as we talk about and sample some slow cooker meals. We will talk about meal prepping for slow cooker and storing leftovers. Tues, Jan 13 at 6pm 2025 marked the 50 Anniversary of the Edmund Fitzgerald. Join us at our Willard location to learn about the history of this remarkable shipwreck with the National Museum of The Great Lakes th
Thurs, Dec 4 at 6:30 pm - Jingle All the Way to Storytime **No Storytime Dec 11. Join us for Holiday Happenings** Thurs, Dec 18 at 6:30 pm - Snow Much Fun with Miss Mitzi Thurs, Jan 8 at 6:30 pm - A Warm Winter Thurs, Jan 15 at 6:30 pm - Tales and Tails with Peanut Thurs, Jan 22 at 6:30 pm - It’s Time for Manners Thurs, Jan 29 at 6:30 pm - Hip Hip Hooray for Groundhog Day! Willard Family/All Ages Wed, Dec 3 at 10:30 am - Jingle All the Way to Storytime Wed, Dec 10 at 10:30 am - Oh Christmas Tree! Wed, Dec 17 at 10:30 am - Snow Much Fun with Miss Mitzi Wed, Jan 7 at 10:30 am - A Warm Winter Wed, Jan 14 at 10:30 am - Tales and Tails with Peanut Wed, Jan 21 at 10:30 am - It’s Time For Manners Wed, Jan 28 at 10:30 am - Hip Hip Hooray for Groundhog Day! Willard Bring your little one on Wednesday mornings or Thursday evenings for Read To Me Storytime with Miss Mitzi! Join us for stories, crafts, songs, and more! HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS THURS, DEC 11 5:30-7PM All ages are invited to join us for our annual Holiday Happenings! This year we are spicing up the fun game show style, with a Trivia Night with Mrs. Claus, a Hot Chocolate Bar, free ornament crafts, and live music with the Willard Guitar Club! Free Hot chocolate Live music Trivia with Mrs. Claus Ornaments
Willard Youth Programs *Suggested For Grades K-5* Tues, Dec 9 at 4:30 pm (Community Room) - We'll have a "FESTIVE" time at Brick Bunch this month! Come build with us! It’s a Blizzard! (Youth Services) Mon, Jan 5 to Sat, Jan 10 ALL DAY Help us create a BLIZZARD in the Library! Drop in anytime the week of January 5th-10th to help us make snowflakes. Design your own, or cut out some we have pre-printed. We will hang your creation for everyone to enjoy. Holiday Happenings Open House (Youth Services, Community Room, 1 Floor) st Thurs, Dec 11 from 5:30 - 7pm Join us for a festive evening of music, crafts, fun activities and refreshments. Spin the trivia wheel with Mrs. Claus and Friends to win a prize, stop by the Hot Chocolate Bar, and make some free ornaments! The Willard Guitar Group will be playing Live Holiday Music. Christmas Movie Scavenger Hunt (Youth Services Dept) Mon, Dec 15 to Tues, Dec 23 ALL DAY Search and hunt for movie characters to answer the questions and earn a surprise. Have you visited the Storybook Trail at Willard City Park? It's the perfect time to take a walk with your family and enjoy the newest book, "A Very Fiona Christmas," by Richard Cowdrey. Make sure to bring a phone so that you can enjoy the added QR code activities! Join us every month for some LEGO fun! We’ll have a featured building challenge. All Aboard The Polar Express! (Annex) **Sign Up Required. Ages 5-11** Tues, Dec 16 at 5pm Join us in the Annex for a Polar Express experience! Wear your pajamas and join us to listen to the story, have hot chocolate and treats, make some crafts and enjoy a visit from someone special! The Polar Express train that will be featured was made and generously donated to us by the Willard Christian Alliance Vacation Bible School Decor Team. Diamond Art Ornaments (Community Room) Tues, Dec 2 at 4:30pm We'll be making diamond art Christmas ornaments *While supplies last* Tues, Jan 13 at 4:30 pm (Community Room) Join us every month for some LEGO fun! We’ll have a featured building challenge. Science Fun! Foil Skier Challenge! (Community Room) Thurs, Jan 15 at 4:30pm Can you design the winning skier? Put your thinking cap on and your skills to the test! Popcorn Tasting Contest (Community Room) Thurs, Jan 22 at 4:30pm To celebrate National Popcorn Day, help us determine the best flavor of popcorn. Be prepared for some out of the ordinary flavors! What will the favorite flavor be?
Monday Reads (Willard) Monday Reads meets the 2nd Monday of every month at 10am in the Willard (Community Room) Mon, Dec 8 at 10 am - “Merry Little Murder Plot” by Jenn McKinlay Mon, Jan 12 at 10 am - "The Winter Garden” by Kristin Hannah Reader's Advisory & Book Discussion Cook Up a Storm Cookbook Club (Willard) **Following the Dec 2025 session Cookbook Club will be on a temporary break. Please stay tuned for a new monthly workshop called “In the Kitchen with Missy” - we’ll have cooking lessons, guest cooks, and more. Thurs, Dec at 6pm - Come join our lively discussions and enjoy a bite to eat. Turn The Page Book Discussion (Willard) Join us in Willard the last Thursday of each month for our evening book discussion! Come discuss, laugh, and learn with a new title each month. *For information on how to join please email velmlinger@huroncolib.org* (Community Room) **There will be no December meeting due to the Holidays.** Thurs, Jan 29 at 6 pm - “The Great Divide” by Cristina Henriquez https://www.huroncolib.org/services/betteroffread We have a variety of Tonies available to check out from nursery rhymes to dinosaurs to Disney fun! Tonies and TonieBoxes are available for checkout at our Willard and Greenwich locations. They are perfect for trying new Tonies for your child. We have new audiobook ones now too!
Willard Memorial Library 6 West Emerald St Willard, OH 44890 419-933-8564 419-933-4783 (fax) Greenwich Public Library 4 New St. Greenwich, OH 44837 419-752-7331 419-752-6801 (fax) Wakeman Community Library 33 Pleasant St. Wakeman, OH 44889 440-839-2976 440-839-2560 (fax) North Fairfield Public Library 5 East Main St. North Fairfield, OH 44855 419-744-2285 419-744-2115 (fax) The Huron County Community Library extends its heartfelt gratitude to everyone who voted in support of the Library. The Library's Operating Levy passed with 61.63% of the vote. With the passage of this Levy, all HCCL locations will be able to continue offering the services and resources you’ve come to depend on. Thank you for your support!
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