King Road
3900 King Road,
Toledo, Ohio 43617
419-259-5380
Email Manager Julie Bursten
M-Tu: noon– 8:30 p.m.
W-F: 9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Sa: Closed
Su: Closed
Services:
We’re happy to be a good neighbor by providing free self-serve meeting rooms. (Self-serve means you may move furniture, but you will need to return room to original set-up. Technology support may be available.) Users of this space must agree to and follow the Library Community Room policy.
Use our 24/7 Lobbies with Smart Lockers to pick up books and materials you’ve placed on hold any time day or night! Currently available at King Road, Maumee, Oregon, Reynolds Corners, Sanger, Sylvania, and Waterville locations.
To pick up materials in the 24/7 Lobby Lockers:
- Log into your account
- Find the materials you would like to reserve
- Select “Request it”
- Choose the location’s “Lobby Lockers” option
- Click submit
Quiet study rooms are available on a first-come, first-served basis during open hours. There are often quiet study tables too, but they are within the main library space.
This branch provides a continuous Friends of the Library mini Book Sale area.
Programs:
Family Storytime
(Tu) July 21 | 6 — 6:30 p.m. | King Road
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Babytime
(W) July 22 | 9:30 — 10 a.m. | King Road
This storytime focuses on developing your baby's early literacy skills. Babies 0-18 months will be introduced to songs, movement, rhythm and rhyme designed to foster a love of books and reading.
Toddler Storytime
(W) July 22 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | King Road
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Preschool Storytime
(Th) July 23 | 9:30 — 10 a.m. | King Road
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Family Storytime
(Tu) July 28 | 6 — 6:30 p.m. | King Road
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Babytime
(W) July 29 | 9:30 — 10 a.m. | King Road
This storytime focuses on developing your baby's early literacy skills. Babies 0-18 months will be introduced to songs, movement, rhythm and rhyme designed to foster a love of books and reading.
Toddler Storytime
(W) July 29 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | King Road
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Preschool Storytime
(Th) July 30 | 9:30 — 10 a.m. | King Road
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Potty Party Storytime!
(F) August 21 | 10 — 10:45 a.m. | King Road
Say goodbye to diapers and hello to the potty! In this fun and silly storytime, toddlers will read, sing, and dance their way to using the big-kid potty.
Family Storytime
(Tu) September 8 | 6 — 6:30 p.m. | King Road
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Babytime
(W) September 9 | 9:30 — 10 a.m. | King Road
This storytime focuses on developing your baby's early literacy skills. Babies 0-18 months will be introduced to songs, movement, rhythm and rhyme designed to foster a love of books and reading.
Toddler Storytime
(W) September 9 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | King Road
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Preschool Storytime
(Th) September 10 | 9:30 — 10 a.m. | King Road
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Family Storytime
(Tu) September 15 | 6 — 6:30 p.m. | King Road
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Babytime
(W) September 16 | 9:30 — 10 a.m. | King Road
This storytime focuses on developing your baby's early literacy skills. Babies 0-18 months will be introduced to songs, movement, rhythm and rhyme designed to foster a love of books and reading.
Toddler Storytime
(W) September 16 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | King Road
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Preschool Storytime
(Th) September 17 | 9:30 — 10 a.m. | King Road
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Family Storytime
(Tu) September 22 | 6 — 6:30 p.m. | King Road
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Babytime
(W) September 23 | 9:30 — 10 a.m. | King Road
This storytime focuses on developing your baby's early literacy skills. Babies 0-18 months will be introduced to songs, movement, rhythm and rhyme designed to foster a love of books and reading.
Toddler Storytime
(W) September 23 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | King Road
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Preschool Storytime
(Th) September 24 | 9:30 — 10 a.m. | King Road
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Family Storytime
(Tu) September 29 | 6 — 6:30 p.m. | King Road
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Babytime
(W) September 30 | 9:30 — 10 a.m. | King Road
This storytime focuses on developing your baby's early literacy skills. Babies 0-18 months will be introduced to songs, movement, rhythm and rhyme designed to foster a love of books and reading.
Toddler Storytime
(W) September 30 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | King Road
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Preschool Storytime
(Th) October 1 | 9:30 — 10 a.m. | King Road
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Learn & Play Storytime with WGTE
(F) October 2 | 10 — 10:45 a.m. | King Road
A special storytime utilizing beloved PBS KIDS programming and characters.
Family Storytime
(Tu) October 6 | 6 — 6:30 p.m. | King Road
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Babytime
(W) October 7 | 9:30 — 10 a.m. | King Road
This storytime focuses on developing your baby's early literacy skills. Babies 0-18 months will be introduced to songs, movement, rhythm and rhyme designed to foster a love of books and reading.
Toddler Storytime
(W) October 7 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | King Road
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Preschool Storytime
(Th) October 8 | 9:30 — 10 a.m. | King Road
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Family Storytime
(Tu) October 13 | 6 — 6:30 p.m. | King Road
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Babytime
(W) October 14 | 9:30 — 10 a.m. | King Road
This storytime focuses on developing your baby's early literacy skills. Babies 0-18 months will be introduced to songs, movement, rhythm and rhyme designed to foster a love of books and reading.
Toddler Storytime
(W) October 14 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | King Road
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Preschool Storytime
(Th) October 15 | 9:30 — 10 a.m. | King Road
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Family Storytime
(Tu) October 20 | 6 — 6:30 p.m. | King Road
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Babytime
(W) October 21 | 9:30 — 10 a.m. | King Road
This storytime focuses on developing your baby's early literacy skills. Babies 0-18 months will be introduced to songs, movement, rhythm and rhyme designed to foster a love of books and reading.
Toddler Storytime
(W) October 21 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | King Road
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Preschool Storytime
(Th) October 22 | 9:30 — 10 a.m. | King Road
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Family Storytime
(Tu) October 27 | 6 — 6:30 p.m. | King Road
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Babytime
(W) October 28 | 9:30 — 10 a.m. | King Road
This storytime focuses on developing your baby's early literacy skills. Babies 0-18 months will be introduced to songs, movement, rhythm and rhyme designed to foster a love of books and reading.
Toddler Storytime
(W) October 28 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | King Road
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Preschool Storytime
(Th) October 29 | 9:30 — 10 a.m. | King Road
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Family Storytime
(Tu) November 3 | 6 — 6:30 p.m. | King Road
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Babytime
(W) November 4 | 9:30 — 10 a.m. | King Road
This storytime focuses on developing your baby's early literacy skills. Babies 0-18 months will be introduced to songs, movement, rhythm and rhyme designed to foster a love of books and reading.
Toddler Storytime
(W) November 4 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | King Road
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Preschool Storytime
(Th) November 5 | 9:30 — 10 a.m. | King Road
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Family Storytime
(Tu) November 10 | 6 — 6:30 p.m. | King Road
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Preschool Storytime
(Th) November 12 | 9:30 — 10 a.m. | King Road
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Family Storytime
(Tu) November 17 | 6 — 6:30 p.m. | King Road
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Babytime
(W) November 18 | 9:30 — 10 a.m. | King Road
This storytime focuses on developing your baby's early literacy skills. Babies 0-18 months will be introduced to songs, movement, rhythm and rhyme designed to foster a love of books and reading.
Toddler Storytime
(W) November 18 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | King Road
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Preschool Storytime
(Th) November 19 | 9:30 — 10 a.m. | King Road
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Pop Bottle Fireflies
(M) July 20 | 4 — 5 p.m. | King Road
What can you do with empty pop bottles? Turn them into glowing summer fireflies using simple craft supplies!
Crazy Craig's Juggling Variety Show
(M) July 27 | 4 — 4:45 p.m. | King Road
Hold on to your seats! Crazy Craig is here and will blow your socks away with his high energy, interactive, family comedy, juggling variety show!
Crafternoon
(W) September 9 | 4 — 5 p.m. | King Road
Stop by for an after school crafting activity for children and teens. All materials are provided at this free Library program for for all ages!
Batty about Bats! with Metroparks Toledo
(M) September 21 | 4 — 4:45 p.m. | King Road
Learn the truth about some of nature’s most fascinating creatures and dispel some of the spooky myths surrounding them!
Crafternoon
(W) September 23 | 4 — 5 p.m. | King Road
Stop by for an after school crafting activity for children and teens. All materials are provided at this free Library program for for all ages!
Crafternoon
(W) October 7 | 4 — 5 p.m. | King Road
Stop by for an after school crafting activity for children and teens. All materials are provided at this free Library program for for all ages!
Fun Fall Mosaic with Molly Miller
(M) October 12 | 4 — 4:45 p.m. | King Road
Create a fall-themed mosaic picture by gluing small colorful pieces together to form an autumn design.
Crafternoon
(W) October 21 | 4 — 5 p.m. | King Road
Stop by for an after school crafting activity for children and teens. All materials are provided at this free Library program for for all ages!
Exploding Pumpkins
(Th) October 29 | 4 — 5 p.m. | King Road
Carve a small pumpkin and create a fizzy, foamy pumpkin eruption!
Crafternoon
(W) November 4 | 4 — 5 p.m. | King Road
Stop by for an after school crafting activity for children and teens. All materials are provided at this free Library program for for all ages!
Pokémon Training
(M) November 9 | 4 — 5 p.m. | King Road
Meet Pokémon Professor Ken to learn to play Pokémon. Learn to build decks, play a few games for fun, or challenge the Professor to a game to win Pokémon Prize Packs!
Crafternoon
(W) November 18 | 4 — 5 p.m. | King Road
Stop by for an after school crafting activity for children and teens. All materials are provided at this free Library program for for all ages!
King's Quest: Dungeons and Dragons
(Th) July 23 | 4 — 5 p.m. | King Road
Let's play Dungeons and Dragons! Whether you're new to the game or a seasoned veteran, get in on the quest.
Beaded Ladybug Keychains
(Tu) August 4 | 4 — 5 p.m. | King Road
Welcome summer by making a lucky ladybug key chain!
King's Quest: Dungeons and Dragons
(Th) August 6 | 4 — 5 p.m. | King Road
Let's play Dungeons and Dragons! Whether you're new to the game or a seasoned veteran, get in on the quest.
King's Quest: Dungeons and Dragons
(Th) August 20 | 4 — 5 p.m. | King Road
Let's play Dungeons and Dragons! Whether you're new to the game or a seasoned veteran, get in on the quest.
Teen Fear Factor
(W) September 2 | 4 — 5 p.m. | King Road
Conquer your fears through gross, messy, and fun challenges.
Be a School Year VolunTEEN
(Th) September 3 | 4 — 5 p.m. | King Road
The School Year VolunTEEN program runs September through March, and is for teens ages 13 (must be 13) through high school graduation. An online volunteer account and one-hour training are mandatory!
Crafternoon
(W) September 9 | 4 — 5 p.m. | King Road
Stop by for an after school crafting activity for children and teens. All materials are provided at this free Library program for for all ages!
King's Quest: Dungeons and Dragons
(M) September 14 | 4 — 5 p.m. | King Road
Let's play Dungeons and Dragons! Whether you're new to the game or a seasoned veteran, get in on the quest.
"Do NASA Science" Celebrating America 250
Presented by Marcia K. Culp, SSA Solar System Ambassador
(M) September 14 | 5:30 — 6:30 p.m. | King Road
Get ready to turn curiosity into discovery! Step into the role of real-world scientists. In celebration of America 250, explore how everyday people contribute to scientific breakthroughs.
Learn How to Play Lotería
(Th) September 17 | 4 — 5 p.m. | King Road
Celebrate Latinx/Hispanic Heritage Month by learning how to play a traditional Mexican card game similar to bingo.
Crafternoon
(W) September 23 | 4 — 5 p.m. | King Road
Stop by for an after school crafting activity for children and teens. All materials are provided at this free Library program for for all ages!
Teens Making a Difference
(Th) September 24 | 4 — 5 p.m. | King Road
Teens, come together to help your community with hands-on projects to be donated to local organizations. Earn service hours and help others.
King's Quest: Dungeons and Dragons
(M) September 28 | 4 — 5 p.m. | King Road
Let's play Dungeons and Dragons! Whether you're new to the game or a seasoned veteran, get in on the quest.
"Do NASA Science" Celebrating America 250
Presented by Marcia K. Culp, SSA Solar System Ambassador
(M) September 28 | 5:30 — 6:30 p.m. | King Road
Get ready to turn curiosity into discovery! Step into the role of real-world scientists. In celebration of America 250, explore how everyday people contribute to scientific breakthroughs.
Be a School Year VolunTEEN
(Th) October 1 | 4 — 5 p.m. | King Road
The School Year VolunTEEN program runs September through March, and is for teens ages 13 (must be 13) through high school graduation. An online volunteer account and one-hour training are mandatory!
King's Quest: Dungeons and Dragons
(M) October 5 | 4 — 5 p.m. | King Road
Let's play Dungeons and Dragons! Whether you're new to the game or a seasoned veteran, get in on the quest.
Crafternoon
(W) October 7 | 4 — 5 p.m. | King Road
Stop by for an after school crafting activity for children and teens. All materials are provided at this free Library program for for all ages!
King's Quest: Dungeons and Dragons
(M) October 19 | 4 — 5 p.m. | King Road
Let's play Dungeons and Dragons! Whether you're new to the game or a seasoned veteran, get in on the quest.
Crafternoon
(W) October 21 | 4 — 5 p.m. | King Road
Stop by for an after school crafting activity for children and teens. All materials are provided at this free Library program for for all ages!
Teens Making a Difference
(Th) October 22 | 4 — 5 p.m. | King Road
Teens, come together to help your community with hands-on projects to be donated to local organizations. Earn service hours and help others.
Preparing to Pay for College with The University of Toledo
(Tu) October 27 | 4 — 5 p.m. | King Road
Students will be provided with a comprehensive overview of financial options and strategies to fund their college education.
King's Quest: Dungeons and Dragons
(M) November 2 | 4 — 5 p.m. | King Road
Let's play Dungeons and Dragons! Whether you're new to the game or a seasoned veteran, get in on the quest.
Crafternoon
(W) November 4 | 4 — 5 p.m. | King Road
Stop by for an after school crafting activity for children and teens. All materials are provided at this free Library program for for all ages!
Be a School Year VolunTEEN
(Th) November 5 | 4 — 5 p.m. | King Road
The School Year VolunTEEN program runs September through March, and is for teens ages 13 (must be 13) through high school graduation. An online volunteer account and one-hour training are mandatory!
King's Quest: Dungeons and Dragons
(M) November 16 | 4 — 5 p.m. | King Road
Let's play Dungeons and Dragons! Whether you're new to the game or a seasoned veteran, get in on the quest.
Crafternoon
(W) November 18 | 4 — 5 p.m. | King Road
Stop by for an after school crafting activity for children and teens. All materials are provided at this free Library program for for all ages!
Teens Making a Difference
(Th) November 19 | 4 — 5 p.m. | King Road
Teens, come together to help your community with hands-on projects to be donated to local organizations. Earn service hours and help others.
Hand-Sewn Stuffies with Alexis Norris
(M) November 23 | 4 — 6 p.m. | King Road
Learn and practice beginner hand-sewing techniques as you create a small plushie to take home.
King's Quest: Dungeons and Dragons
(M) November 30 | 4 — 5 p.m. | King Road
Let's play Dungeons and Dragons! Whether you're new to the game or a seasoned veteran, get in on the quest.
Mahjong Club for Adults
Hosted by Cordial Rivalry
(M) July 20 | 6 — 8 p.m. | King Road
Have you always wanted to play American Mahjong? Whether you're a newbie or an experienced player, we are here to help!
Faux Stained Glass with Kayt
(F) July 24 | 3 — 5 p.m. | King Road
Faux Stained Glass with Kayt Harden ATR, LPC. This is a creative art therapy experience where we’ll design our own faux stained glass using watercolor, colored pencils and puffy paint.
Introduction to Qigong
(M) August 3 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | King Road
Qigong is a traditional Chinese mind/body exercise and meditation that uses body movements with breathing and mental focusing to improve balance, muscle strength, and overall health.
King Road Book Club
The Cliffs by J. Courtney Sullivan
(Th) August 13 | 2 — 3 p.m. | King Road
Good conversation, friendly faces and great books - that's what book group is all about. We're looking forward to seeing you at our lively and engaging book discussion.
Mahjong Club for Adults
Hosted by Cordial Rivalry
(M) August 17 | 6 — 8 p.m. | King Road
Have you always wanted to play American Mahjong? Whether you're a newbie or an experienced player, we are here to help!
Small Town PRIDE
(M) August 24 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | King Road
Join the Harris-Elmore & Genoa Public Libraries for their "Small Town PRIDE" traveling book club! This engaging group brings together community members to discuss LGBTQIA+ literature.
King Road Book Club
Isola by Allegra Goodman
(Th) September 10 | 2 — 3 p.m. | King Road
Good conversation, friendly faces and great books - that's what book group is all about. We're looking forward to seeing you at our lively and engaging book discussion.
Mahjong Club for Adults
Hosted by Cordial Rivalry
(M) September 21 | 6 — 8 p.m. | King Road
Have you always wanted to play American Mahjong? Whether you're a newbie or an experienced player, we are here to help!
Simmer Pots with Luckey Road Lavender Farm
(F) September 25 | 2 — 3 p.m. | King Road
Fill your home with the fresh and soothing scent of lavender. We'll learn to mix dried ingredients for a simmer pot packet with Luckey Road Lavender Farms.
Introduction to 3D modeling with Tinkercad
(F) October 2 | 2:30 — 4 p.m. | King Road
Build a custom 3D model using Tinkercad.
Sow and Reap Gardens for Adults Herb Gardens
Herb Gardens (Make & Take)
(M) October 5 | 6 — 8 p.m. | King Road
Participants plant a small herb container using 2–3 herbs.
King Road Book Club
The Marriage Portrait by Maggie O'Farrell
(Th) October 8 | 2 — 3 p.m. | King Road
Good conversation, friendly faces and great books - that's what book group is all about. We're looking forward to seeing you at our lively and engaging book discussion.
Emergency Preparedness: When the Lights Go Out
with Midwest Native Skills Institute
(M) October 12 | 6 — 7 p.m. | King Road
This informative and practical workshop will help you understand the simple steps you can take now to protect yourself and your family during both short-term emergencies and longer-term disasters.
Mahjong Club for Adults
Hosted by Cordial Rivalry
(M) October 19 | 6 — 8 p.m. | King Road
Have you always wanted to play American Mahjong? Whether you're a newbie or an experienced player, we are here to help!
Happiness of Flowers with Lin
(M) November 9 | 6 — 7 p.m. | King Road
Explore how flowers and plants can influence our moods and emotions. Create a floral arrangement to take home and receive the gift of happiness and joy that flowers can inspire.
King Road Book Club
North Woods by Daniel Mason
(Th) November 12 | 2 — 3 p.m. | King Road
Good conversation, friendly faces and great books - that's what book group is all about. We're looking forward to seeing you at our lively and engaging book discussion.
Mahjong Club for Adults
Hosted by Cordial Rivalry
(M) November 16 | 6 — 8 p.m. | King Road
Have you always wanted to play American Mahjong? Whether you're a newbie or an experienced player, we are here to help!
King Road Book Club
Wishin' and Hopin' by Wally Lamb
(Th) December 10 | 2 — 3 p.m. | King Road
Good conversation, friendly faces and great books - that's what book group is all about. We're looking forward to seeing you at our lively and engaging book discussion.
Mahjong Club for Adults
Hosted by Cordial Rivalry
(M) December 21 | 6 — 8 p.m. | King Road
Have you always wanted to play American Mahjong? Whether you're a newbie or an experienced player, we are here to help!
Building for the future:
A digital copy of the full 200-plus page facilities master plan is available upon request.
Branch overview (based on 2018 data)
Service population: 29,185 (6.8% of total service population)
Median age: 39
Households with children: 35%
Households: 11,266
Mean household income: $93,147
Population living below the poverty line: 7%
Gross square feet: 22,240 square feet
Year constructed: 2016
Collection size: 66,322 items
Programs: 472 in 2018
Meeting room size: 1,226 square feet
Meeting room capacity: 182 people (meeting room is sub-dividable)
General Observations
- Investigate alternative seating options for the podium service point.
- The drive-up service window is well used.
- The recording studio needs additional soundproofing between it and the editing room.
- Improved soundproofing will allow this room to be used for quiet study.
- Consider using mobile displays or furniture to create a path to the collection area.
- Consider enclosing some space with glass as another quiet study room.
- Consider repurposing computer station tables for public seating.
In spring 2024, the Library sent a survey to the Lucas County community to learn what you love about your Library and how we could improve our buildings to better meet your needs. This is what 389 King Road neighbors said they wanted in an updated space.
| Rank |
Services and amenities |
Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Expanded adult areas |
24.42% |
| 2 |
Expanded children’s areas |
23.14% |
| 3 |
Access to drive-through, pick-up, and drop-off services |
21.34% |
| 4 |
More study spaces |
18.77% |
| 5 |
Expanded teen areas |
13.37% |
| 6 |
More technology |
13.11% |
| 7 |
More Maker Spaces |
12.60% |
| 8 |
Larger and/or additional meeting room spaces |
10.80% |
| 9 |
Greater access to audio/visual equipment |
8.48% |
| 10 |
Additional programming space |
8.23% |
Construction phase: Q2 2031
Dates are approximate and subject to change.
Q1 2030 | Dates and locations will be shared as soon as available
In 2016, construction of the King Road Branch Library was undertaken due to the growing Sylvania and Holland communities. The construction began next to Sylvania Southview High School. The Branch offers students a safe space to learn, attend programs, or explore the Library after school hours. King Road’s open concept design makes it a new type of Library space, which focuses on a collaborative atmosphere for exploration and learning.
