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Kim L.
I Toledo Heights
When we walk in the door, the ladies all say "hi Kim!" I'm there so often they know me by name!
Read MoreMichelle M.
I Washington
My three boys enjoy going to different Library locations on the weekends to discover the new things each one has and to pick out new books.
Read MoreMichelle C.
I King Road
Our Libraries offer activities and materials that allow my children to imagine, discover and be creative in a safe environment with very helpful staff. The King Road Branch and Main ...
Read MoreReese
I Toledo Heights
Reading is important because it develops our minds and expands our vocabulary. It encourages creativity and stretches our imagination.
Read MoreAmber B.
I Heatherdowns
Heatherdowns is MY library! I grew up next door and take my kids nearly weekly. We have made it a bit of an adventure scoping out the other branches as ...
Read MoreWendy W.
I Main Library
Libraries have always been magical for me. Now I have the opportunity to share that joy with my children. Toledo Libraries are like no others I have experienced. Not only ...
Read MoreAndrea H.
I Waterville
The children’s librarians at the Waterville Branch are always cheerful, knowledgeable, and a truly integral part of our community. Each time we go there, all four of my kids are ...
Read MoreUrsula N.
I Main Library
I love the beautiful architecture of Main Library and its location in downtown Toledo. I am a teacher and always learning, so I love the large selection of books to ...
Read MoreDebra U.
I Sylvania
My first job in Toledo required driving one and a half hours to work, two days a week. It was then I discovered the Library's audiobook section. The books kept ...
Read MoreAlexis
I Birmingham
I love the Birmingham Branch because it is fun and all the staff are so nice! I come almost every day. I've been coming here for almost a year now.
Read MoreSherry P.
I Reynolds Corners
My husband Mark and I don’t travel much. It’s a big deal every time we leave Lucas County. However, we go on many “armchair traveling” adventures. Through the pages of ...
Read MoreRamona O.
I Main Library
Growing up, my grandma would pick us up and we'd spend the day downtown at Main Library. It's was such a magical place for me. I loved the children's room ...
Read MoreMary M.
I Birmingham
I have been going to Birmingham Branch since the summer of 2011, and it's been a regular (almost daily) visit. It is a small library but there's a very friendly ...
Read MoreLynne M.
I Point Place
I love the Point Place Branch because it is the closest location to my home. I also love the Main Library and will be very happy when it is reopened ...
Read MoreDernise Y.
I Maumee
I started going here after I moved to Maumee from South Toledo (Heatherdowns Branch). This branch is more open since the remodel, brighter and no more sloping floors :) I ...
Read MoreGreg F.
I Lagrange
One day, I was distressed and went to the local library on Lagrange street. The staff and Ms. Hannah were very, very helpful in assisting me during a difficult moment ...
Read MoreAmy B.
I Main Library
I can't begin to think how I would survive without this wonderful source of learning and escape. I would be so lost.
Read MoreSelena
I Mobile Services
I love the Library's mobile truck that comes to my apt building each month. I'm grateful to the staff for bringing the books to me and renewing them. And to ...
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