Waterville
800 Michigan Ave.,
Waterville, Ohio 43566
419.878.3055
Manager: William Harbauer
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, Mott, Oregon, Reynolds Corners, Sanger, Sylvania, Waterville and West Toledo 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:
Pajama Storytime
(Tu) March 3 | 6 — 6:30 p.m. | Waterville
Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. All ages welcome.
Toddler Storytime
(W) March 4 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
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
(W) March 4 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Waterville
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Preschool Storytime
(Th) March 5 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Toddler Storytime
(Th) March 5 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Waterville
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.
Pajama Storytime
(Tu) March 10 | 6 — 6:30 p.m. | Waterville
Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. All ages welcome.
Toddler Storytime
(W) March 11 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
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
(W) March 11 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Waterville
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Preschool Storytime
(Th) March 12 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Toddler Storytime
(Th) March 12 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Waterville
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.
Pajama Storytime
(Tu) March 17 | 6 — 6:30 p.m. | Waterville
Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. All ages welcome.
Toddler Storytime
(W) March 18 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
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
(W) March 18 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Waterville
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Preschool Storytime
(Th) March 19 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Toddler Storytime
(Th) March 19 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Waterville
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.
Pajama Storytime
(Tu) March 24 | 6 — 6:30 p.m. | Waterville
Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. All ages welcome.
Toddler Storytime
(W) March 25 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
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
(W) March 25 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Waterville
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Preschool Storytime
(Th) March 26 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Toddler Storytime
(Th) March 26 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Waterville
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.
Pajama Storytime
(Tu) March 31 | 6 — 6:30 p.m. | Waterville
Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. All ages welcome.
Toddler Storytime
(W) April 1 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
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
(W) April 1 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Waterville
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Preschool Storytime
(Th) April 2 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Toddler Storytime
(Th) April 2 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Waterville
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.
Pajama Storytime
(Tu) April 7 | 6 — 6:30 p.m. | Waterville
Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. All ages welcome.
Toddler Storytime
(W) April 8 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
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
(W) April 8 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Waterville
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Preschool Storytime
(Th) April 9 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Toddler Storytime
(Th) April 9 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Waterville
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.
Pajama Storytime
(Tu) April 14 | 6 — 6:30 p.m. | Waterville
Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. All ages welcome.
Toddler Storytime
(W) April 15 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
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
(W) April 15 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Waterville
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Preschool Storytime
(Th) April 16 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Toddler Storytime
(Th) April 16 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Waterville
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.
Pajama Storytime
(Tu) April 21 | 6 — 6:30 p.m. | Waterville
Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. All ages welcome.
Toddler Storytime
(W) April 22 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
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
(W) April 22 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Waterville
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Preschool Storytime
(Th) April 23 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Toddler Storytime
(Th) April 23 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Waterville
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.
Pajama Storytime
(Tu) April 28 | 6 — 6:30 p.m. | Waterville
Wear your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and listen to stories before bed. All ages welcome.
Toddler Storytime
(W) April 29 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
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
(W) April 29 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Waterville
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Preschool Storytime
(Th) April 30 | 10 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Toddler Storytime
(Th) April 30 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Waterville
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.
Chess League
(W) March 4 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Weekly chess league for children of all ages. Participants should have a basic understanding of the rules of chess.
Pokemon Trading Card Event
(F) March 6 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Gotta Catch 'Em All! Bring your Pokemon cards to trade with other fans. Gr. K-8
Kids Homeschool Book Club
Max in the House of Spies by Adam Gidwitz
(Tu) March 10 | 2 — 3 p.m. | Waterville
Good books, lively conversation and an activity - find all of these at our monthly Kids Homeschool Book Club!
Chess League
(W) March 11 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Weekly chess league for children of all ages. Participants should have a basic understanding of the rules of chess.
Chess League
(W) March 18 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Weekly chess league for children of all ages. Participants should have a basic understanding of the rules of chess.
Homeschool Meet-Up
(Th) March 19 | 2 — 3 p.m. | Waterville
Explore, create, and learn along with other homeschooling families!
Why Trees Matter: Papermaking with KTLCB
(Tu) March 24 | 4 — 4:45 p.m. | Waterville
Learn the importance of trees and their impact on the environment with Keep Toledo/Lucas County Beautiful. Simulating a recycling facility we will turn old paper into paper pulp then into new paper.
Chess League
(W) March 25 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Weekly chess league for children of all ages. Participants should have a basic understanding of the rules of chess.
Egg Decorating
(M) March 30 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Learn about different egg decorating traditions from around the world and decorate some wooden eggs to take home!
Chess League
(W) April 1 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Weekly chess league for children of all ages. Participants should have a basic understanding of the rules of chess.
Pokemon Trading Card Event
(F) April 3 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Gotta Catch 'Em all! Bring your Pokemon cards to trade with other fans. Grades K-8
Chess League
(W) April 8 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Weekly chess league for children of all ages. Participants should have a basic understanding of the rules of chess.
Kids Homeschool Book Club
The Vanderbeekers of 141st Street by Karina Yan Glaser
(Tu) April 14 | 2 — 3 p.m. | Waterville
Good books, lively conversation and an activity - find all of these at our monthly Kids Homeschool Book Club!
Chess League
(W) April 15 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Weekly chess league for children of all ages. Participants should have a basic understanding of the rules of chess.
Homeschool Meet-Up
(Th) April 16 | 2 — 3 p.m. | Waterville
Explore, create, and learn along with other homeschooling families!
Geometric Insect Art with Molly Miller
(Tu) April 21 | 4 — 4:45 p.m. | Waterville
Nature and simple geometric shapes are one of the foundations for Charley Harper's art. Using nature as inspiration, we will combine color and simple shapes to create your own inspired insect.
Chess League
(W) April 22 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Weekly chess league for children of all ages. Participants should have a basic understanding of the rules of chess.
Chess League
(W) April 29 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Weekly chess league for children of all ages. Participants should have a basic understanding of the rules of chess.
Pokemon Trading Card Event
(F) May 1 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Gotta Catch 'Em All! Bring your Pokemon cards to trade with other fans. Grades K-8
Window Greenhouse
(W) May 6 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Build a window greenhouse using a plastic bag and the warmth of the sunlight, and watch your plant sprout roots and grow before your eyes.
Kids Homeschool Book Club
Time Villains by Victor Pinero
(Tu) May 19 | 2 — 3 p.m. | Waterville
Good books, lively conversation and an activity - find all of these at our monthly Kids Homeschool Book Club!
On Call for Frogs with Metroparks Toledo
(Tu) May 19 | 4 — 4:45 p.m. | Waterville
Oh, the sounds of Spring! Get to know our 10 kinds of local frogs by their looks and their calls, learn of their importance to conservation and how you can help protect them.
Homeschool Meet-Up
(Th) May 21 | 2 — 3 p.m. | Waterville
Explore, create, and learn along with other homeschooling families!
Chess League
(W) March 4 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Weekly chess league for children of all ages. Participants should have a basic understanding of the rules of chess.
Gamer's Station
with Nintendo Switch
(Th) March 5 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Calling all gamers!--stop in for Nintendo Switch gameplay and a variety of fun tabletop games.
Chess League
(W) March 11 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Weekly chess league for children of all ages. Participants should have a basic understanding of the rules of chess.
Chess League
(W) March 18 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Weekly chess league for children of all ages. Participants should have a basic understanding of the rules of chess.
StrongHER: Women’s Self-Defense and Confidence Workshop
with Elite Karate
(M) March 23 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Waterville
Elite Karate is helping TLCPL celebrate Women in Sports by introducing participants to practical self-defense concepts through awareness, boundary-setting, and beginner-friendly physical techniques.
Chess League
(W) March 25 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Weekly chess league for children of all ages. Participants should have a basic understanding of the rules of chess.
Perler Bead Picture Frames
(Th) March 26 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Design and create a unique picture frame using perler or “fuse” beads.
Chess League
(W) April 1 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Weekly chess league for children of all ages. Participants should have a basic understanding of the rules of chess.
Gamer's Station
with Nintendo Switch
(Th) April 2 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Calling all gamers!--stop in for Nintendo Switch gameplay and a variety of fun tabletop games.
Chocolate and Chapters Teen Book Club
Ballad & Dagger by Daniel Jose Older
(M) April 6 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Waterville
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.
Chess League
(W) April 8 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Weekly chess league for children of all ages. Participants should have a basic understanding of the rules of chess.
Chess League
(W) April 15 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Weekly chess league for children of all ages. Participants should have a basic understanding of the rules of chess.
Chess League
(W) April 22 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Weekly chess league for children of all ages. Participants should have a basic understanding of the rules of chess.
Chess League
(W) April 29 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Weekly chess league for children of all ages. Participants should have a basic understanding of the rules of chess.
Seed Bombing
(Th) April 30 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Sprinkled seeds inside of shredded paper will germinate into helpful plants and flowers for the Northwestern Ohio ecosystem.
Chocolate and Chapters Teen Book Club
This Book Won't Burn by Samira Ahmed
(M) May 4 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Waterville
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.
Gamer's Station
with Nintendo Switch
(Th) May 7 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Waterville
Calling all gamers!--stop in for Nintendo Switch gameplay and a variety of fun tabletop games.
Knitting and Crocheting Club
(Tu) March 3 | 1 — 3 p.m. | Waterville
Meet with others who knit and crochet. Bring your works in progress or just come to learn. Beginners and experienced crafters welcome!
Waterville Book Club
Be Ready When the Luck Happens by Ina Garten
(Tu) March 3 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Waterville
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.
Waterville Daytime Book Club
Hello Stranger by Katherine Center
(Th) March 12 | noon — 1 p.m. | Waterville
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.
Waterville Cookbook Club
Dips
(M) March 16 | 6 — 7 p.m. | Waterville
Pick a dish from a selected cookbook and bring it to the Library to share! We will provide table service and drinks, you provide a serving utensil. Cookbooks available one month prior to each meeting.
StrongHER: Women’s Self-Defense and Confidence Workshop
with Elite Karate
(M) March 23 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Waterville
Elite Karate is helping TLCPL celebrate Women in Sports by introducing participants to practical self-defense concepts through awareness, boundary-setting, and beginner-friendly physical techniques.
Knitting and Crocheting Club
(Tu) April 7 | 1 — 3 p.m. | Waterville
Meet with others who knit and crochet. Bring your works in progress or just come to learn. Beginners and experienced crafters welcome!
Waterville Book Club
North Woods by Daniel Mason
(Tu) April 7 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Waterville
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.
Waterville Daytime Book Club
Book Chat
(Th) April 9 | noon — 1 p.m. | Waterville
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.
Cheese Quiche with Sur le Pouce
(M) April 13 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | Waterville
In this hands-on class, learn the art of baking delicious cheese quiche.
Waterville Cookbook Club
Pioneer Woman
(M) April 20 | 6 — 7 p.m. | Waterville
Pick a dish from a selected cookbook and bring it to the Library to share! We will provide table service and drinks, you provide a serving utensil. Cookbooks available one month prior to each meeting.
Knitting and Crocheting Club
(Tu) May 5 | 1 — 3 p.m. | Waterville
Meet with others who knit and crochet. Bring your works in progress or just come to learn. Beginners and experienced crafters welcome!
Waterville Book Club
The Life Impossible by Matt Haig
(Tu) May 5 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Waterville
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.
Living in the Oak Openings-Green Ribbion Initative
(M) May 11 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | Waterville
Presentation on Oak Openings region & what is the Green Ribbon Initiative (GRI). Includes information on volunteer opportunities, identifying invasive species, and landowner working groups.
Waterville Daytime Book Club
The Paris Novel by Ruth Reichl
(Th) May 14 | noon — 1 p.m. | Waterville
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.
Business Blueprint
Presented by The Small Business Development Center
(Th) May 14 | 2:30 — 4:30 p.m. | Waterville
The Toledo SBDC Business Blueprint workshop is tailored for aspiring entrepreneurs who need guidance in launching their business.
Waterville Cookbook Club
Latinx Recipes
(M) May 18 | 6 — 7 p.m. | Waterville
Pick a dish from a selected cookbook and bring it to the Library to share! We will provide table service and drinks, you provide a serving utensil. Cookbooks available one month prior to each meeting.
Waterville Daytime Book Club
Book Chat
(Th) June 11 | noon — 1 p.m. | Waterville
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.
Waterville Daytime Book Club
Broken Country by Clare Leslie Hall
(Th) July 9 | noon — 1 p.m. | Waterville
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.
Advance Care Planning with Hospice of Northwest Ohio
Living Wills and Healthcare Power of Attorney
(F) July 10 | 9:30 — 10:30 a.m. | Waterville
Learn how to complete a living will, designate a healthcare power of attorney, and set up a one-on-one appointment with a certified facilitator to complete these forms – for free!
Waterville Daytime Book Club
Book Chat
(Th) August 13 | noon — 1 p.m. | Waterville
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.
Waterville Daytime Book Club
The Life Impossible by Matt Haig
(Th) September 10 | noon — 1 p.m. | Waterville
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.
Waterville Daytime Book Club
Book Chat
(Th) October 8 | noon — 1 p.m. | Waterville
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.
Waterville Daytime Book Club
There Is No Place For Us by Brian Goldstone
(Th) November 12 | noon — 1 p.m. | Waterville
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.
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: 14,697 (3.44% of total service population)
Median age: 42
Households with children: 36.9%
Households: 5,424
Mean household income: $86,083
Population living below the poverty line: 5.6%
Gross square feet: 12,227 square feet
Year constructed: 1964, renovated in 1980, expanded in 2004
Collection size: 59,085 items
Programs: 521 in 2018
Meeting room size: 1,316 square feet
Meeting room capacity: 84 people (meeting room is subdividable)
General Observations
- Need a good play space for children.
- Meeting space is inflexible and not very large.
- Need more quiet study space.
- Nice, welcoming feel, bright, and cheery.
- INtuitive invitation to explore deeper into the library.
- Meeting rooms are nice, lots of grass, and the location in the back of the library adjacent to the restrooms has potential for after-hours access.
- Meeting rooms are the only area in the library with floor to ceiling windows.
- However, the rest of the building has a great amount of natural light throughout.
- Self-checkout machines are convenient to holds.
- Welcoming and inviting.
- Good natural light.
- More seating.
- The stack area is a little crowded.
- Good integration of artwork into the building.
- Could use some cosmetic updates.
- Zoning of the building may challenge the ability to accommodate, adapt to future change, etc. It could also be impeded by the current location of the meeting rooms and restrooms but the rest of the building is fairly open.
- There is a great historic feel to Waterville, the architecture of the building could relate more to that.
- Consider adding face-out material display throughout shelving areas.
- Consider using circulation desk for self-checkout.
- Consider one centralized service point.
- Consider creating more of an identity for the children’s area.
- Create a more browseable collection area for both adults and children.
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 322 Waterville neighbors said they wanted in an updated space.
| Rank |
Services and amenities |
Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Expanded children’s areas |
24.22% |
| 2 |
Expanded adult areas |
23.91% |
| 3 |
Access to drive-through, pick-up, and drop-off services |
21.74% |
| 4 |
More study spaces |
18.32% |
| 5 |
Larger and/or additional meeting room spaces |
15.53% |
| 6 |
More Maker Spaces |
15.22% |
| 7 |
More technology |
15.22% |
| 8 |
Expanded teen areas |
12.11% |
| 9 |
Greater access to audio/visual equipment |
11.18% |
| 10 |
Additional programming space |
9.01% |
Construction phase: Q4 2029 – Q1 2030
Dates are approximate and subject to change.
Q4 2028 | Dates and locations will be shared as soon as available
Serving southwestern Lucas County, the Waterville Branch has been at its present location since 1964, having outgrown classroom space at the local elementary school. After a 1980 renovation, the facility outgrew its space and expanded again in 2004. Waterville remains a meeting place for a diverse and growing population.
