Heatherdowns
3265 Glanzman Road,
Toledo, Ohio 43614
419-259-5270
Email Manager William Harbauer
M-Th: 9 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.
F-Sa: 9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
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.
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:
Babytime
(W) September 23 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | Heatherdowns
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.
Family Storytime
(Th) September 24 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
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 Dance Party
(M) September 28 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | Heatherdowns
Join the exciting dance party just for kids ages 2-5! Music and fun will make your sides jingle and those little feet start a-tapping. Wear your best dance outfit and get moving with us.
Toddler Storytime
(Tu) September 29 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | Heatherdowns
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.
Babytime
(W) September 30 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | Heatherdowns
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.
Family Storytime
(Th) October 1 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(M) October 5 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Preschool Dance Party
(M) October 5 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | Heatherdowns
Join the exciting dance party just for kids ages 2-5! Music and fun will make your sides jingle and those little feet start a-tapping. Wear your best dance outfit and get moving with us.
Toddler Storytime
(Tu) October 6 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | Heatherdowns
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.
Babytime
(W) October 7 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | Heatherdowns
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.
Family Storytime
(Th) October 8 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
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 Dance Party
(M) October 12 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | Heatherdowns
Join the exciting dance party just for kids ages 2-5! Music and fun will make your sides jingle and those little feet start a-tapping. Wear your best dance outfit and get moving with us.
Toddler Storytime
(Tu) October 13 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | Heatherdowns
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.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(W) October 14 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Learn & Play Storytime with WGTE
(W) October 14 | 10:30 — 11:15 a.m. | Heatherdowns
A special storytime utilizing beloved PBS KIDS programming and characters.
Sensory Explorers Playgroup with the Ability Center
(Th) October 15 | 10 — 11 a.m. | Heatherdowns
Enjoy socialization and connection with other families in a welcoming environment. The Ability Center has partnered with local sensory creator Dear Ruby to offer sensory exploration playgroups.
Family Storytime
(Th) October 15 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(M) October 19 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Preschool Dance Party
(M) October 19 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | Heatherdowns
Join the exciting dance party just for kids ages 2-5! Music and fun will make your sides jingle and those little feet start a-tapping. Wear your best dance outfit and get moving with us.
Toddler Storytime
(Tu) October 20 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | Heatherdowns
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.
Shots for Tots n Teens
(Tu) October 20 | 1 — 3 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Shots 4 Tots is an immunization program for children from birth through 18 years of age administered by professional public health nurses for the Toledo Lucas County Health Department.
Babytime
(W) October 21 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | Heatherdowns
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.
Family Storytime
(Th) October 22 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
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 Dance Party
(M) October 26 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | Heatherdowns
Join the exciting dance party just for kids ages 2-5! Music and fun will make your sides jingle and those little feet start a-tapping. Wear your best dance outfit and get moving with us.
Toddler Storytime
(Tu) October 27 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | Heatherdowns
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.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(W) October 28 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Babytime
(W) October 28 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | Heatherdowns
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.
Family Storytime
(Th) October 29 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(M) November 2 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Preschool Dance Party
(M) November 2 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | Heatherdowns
Join the exciting dance party just for kids ages 2-5! Music and fun will make your sides jingle and those little feet start a-tapping. Wear your best dance outfit and get moving with us.
Toddler Storytime
(Tu) November 3 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | Heatherdowns
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.
Babytime
(W) November 4 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | Heatherdowns
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.
Family Storytime
(Th) November 5 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
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 Dance Party
(M) November 9 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | Heatherdowns
Join the exciting dance party just for kids ages 2-5! Music and fun will make your sides jingle and those little feet start a-tapping. Wear your best dance outfit and get moving with us.
Toddler Storytime
(Tu) November 10 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | Heatherdowns
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.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(W) November 11 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Sensory Explorers Playgroup with the Ability Center
(Th) November 12 | 10 — 11 a.m. | Heatherdowns
Enjoy socialization and connection with other families in a welcoming environment. The Ability Center has partnered with local sensory creator Dear Ruby to offer sensory exploration playgroups.
Family Storytime
(Th) November 12 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(M) November 16 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Preschool Dance Party
(M) November 16 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | Heatherdowns
Join the exciting dance party just for kids ages 2-5! Music and fun will make your sides jingle and those little feet start a-tapping. Wear your best dance outfit and get moving with us.
Toddler Storytime
(Tu) November 17 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | Heatherdowns
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.
Shots for Tots n Teens
(Tu) November 17 | 1 — 3 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Shots 4 Tots is an immunization program for children from birth through 18 years of age administered by professional public health nurses for the Toledo Lucas County Health Department.
Babytime
(W) November 18 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | Heatherdowns
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.
Family Storytime
(Th) November 19 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
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 Dance Party
(M) November 23 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | Heatherdowns
Join the exciting dance party just for kids ages 2-5! Music and fun will make your sides jingle and those little feet start a-tapping. Wear your best dance outfit and get moving with us.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(W) November 25 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(M) November 30 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Preschool Dance Party
(M) November 30 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | Heatherdowns
Join the exciting dance party just for kids ages 2-5! Music and fun will make your sides jingle and those little feet start a-tapping. Wear your best dance outfit and get moving with us.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(W) December 9 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Sensory Explorers Playgroup with the Ability Center
(Th) December 10 | 10 — 11 a.m. | Heatherdowns
Enjoy socialization and connection with other families in a welcoming environment. The Ability Center has partnered with local sensory creator Dear Ruby to offer sensory exploration playgroups.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(M) December 14 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Shots for Tots n Teens
(Tu) December 15 | 1 — 3 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Shots 4 Tots is an immunization program for children from birth through 18 years of age administered by professional public health nurses for the Toledo Lucas County Health Department.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(W) December 23 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(M) December 28 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Toddler Storytime
(Tu) January 19 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | Heatherdowns
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.
Family Storytime
(W) January 20 | 6:30 — 7 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Toddler Storytime
(Tu) January 26 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | Heatherdowns
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.
Family Storytime
(W) January 27 | 6:30 — 7 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Toddler Storytime
(Tu) February 2 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | Heatherdowns
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.
Family Storytime
(W) February 3 | 6:30 — 7 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Toddler Storytime
(Tu) February 9 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | Heatherdowns
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.
Family Storytime
(W) February 10 | 6:30 — 7 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Toddler Storytime
(Tu) February 16 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | Heatherdowns
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.
Family Storytime
(W) February 17 | 6:30 — 7 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Toddler Storytime
(Tu) February 23 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | Heatherdowns
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.
Family Storytime
(W) February 24 | 6:30 — 7 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Toddler Storytime
(Tu) March 2 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | Heatherdowns
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.
Family Storytime
(W) March 3 | 6:30 — 7 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Toddler Storytime
(Tu) March 9 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | Heatherdowns
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.
Family Storytime
(W) March 10 | 6:30 — 7 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Toddler Storytime
(Tu) March 16 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | Heatherdowns
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.
Family Storytime
(W) March 17 | 6:30 — 7 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Toddler Storytime
(Tu) March 23 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | Heatherdowns
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.
Family Storytime
(W) March 24 | 6:30 — 7 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Toddler Storytime
(Tu) March 30 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | Heatherdowns
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.
Family Storytime
(W) March 31 | 6:30 — 7 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Toddler Storytime
(Tu) April 6 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | Heatherdowns
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.
Family Storytime
(W) April 7 | 6:30 — 7 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Toddler Storytime
(Tu) April 13 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | Heatherdowns
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.
Family Storytime
(W) April 14 | 6:30 — 7 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Toddler Storytime
(Tu) April 20 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | Heatherdowns
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.
Family Storytime
(W) April 21 | 6:30 — 7 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Toddler Storytime
(Tu) April 27 | 10:30 — 11 a.m. | Heatherdowns
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.
Family Storytime
(W) April 28 | 6:30 — 7 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
STEM Challenge: Build a Paddle Boat
(W) September 23 | 4:30 — 5:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Use engineering skills to build a rubber-band-powered boat that can zip across the water.
Let's Dance! An Introduction for Kids
(Th) September 24 | 4:30 — 5:15 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Bring your groove and introduce yourself to dance with Toledo Ballet! In this movement class, you'll warm up and learn basic choreography with a professional dancer. Welcoming to all levels.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(M) October 5 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Frame a Friend!
(W) October 7 | 4:30 — 5:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Decorate a picture frame and “frame a friend”! These small magnetic picture frames are perfect for lockers and refrigerators.
4R Lake: Doing your part with Lucas SWCD
(Tu) October 13 | 4:30 — 5:15 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Get your hands dirty while learning about how common pollutants impact our waterways. Leave with some tips on how to keep our water clean.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(W) October 14 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(M) October 19 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Shots for Tots n Teens
(Tu) October 20 | 1 — 3 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Shots 4 Tots is an immunization program for children from birth through 18 years of age administered by professional public health nurses for the Toledo Lucas County Health Department.
Build a Halloween Automaton
with Kool Kat Science
(Tu) October 20 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Learn about cranks and eccentric cams while building a Halloween themed automaton!
Halloween Craft Party
(W) October 21 | 4:30 — 5:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Are you ready to put a spooky twist on some fun projects? We'll provide all you need to craft your way to Halloween!
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(W) October 28 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(M) November 2 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Stuffed Animal Spa
(W) November 4 | 4:30 — 5:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Children use their imagination to treat their stuffed animal to a relaxing spa day, let them spend the night at the library. Children will pick up their animal and hotel booklet later that week.
Beginning Needle Felting for Kids with Toledo Museum of Art
(Tu) November 10 | 4:30 — 5:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
A creative, hands-on fiber art class. Learn beginner needle felting techniques while creating a fun seasonal project.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(W) November 11 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(M) November 16 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Gamer's Station
with Nintendo Switch
(M) November 16 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Calling all gamers!--stop in for Nintendo Switch gameplay and a variety of fun tabletop games.
Shots for Tots n Teens
(Tu) November 17 | 1 — 3 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Shots 4 Tots is an immunization program for children from birth through 18 years of age administered by professional public health nurses for the Toledo Lucas County Health Department.
Coding & Robotics Workshop
with Kool Kat Science
(Tu) November 17 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Robots are everywhere! Chatbots on websites, drones in the sky and self-driving cars. Students in grades 3-6 are invited to this free class to practice programming an ESP-32 robot called Quarky.
Lotus Flower Tealights
(W) November 18 | 4:30 — 5:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Layer paper petals and press them together to make this gently glowing tealight that looks just like a lotus flower!
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(W) November 25 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(M) November 30 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Hour of Code
with Kool Kat Science
(Tu) December 8 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
‘Hour of Code™’/’Hora del Código®’ is a global initiative by Computer Science Education Week and Code.org to introduce millions of students to one hour of computer science and computer programming.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(W) December 9 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(M) December 14 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Shots for Tots n Teens
(Tu) December 15 | 1 — 3 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Shots 4 Tots is an immunization program for children from birth through 18 years of age administered by professional public health nurses for the Toledo Lucas County Health Department.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(W) December 23 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(M) December 28 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Snowflake Oil Pastel Resist Art
(Th) January 7 | 4:30 — 5 p.m. | Heatherdowns
These winter-themed crafts will help you bear the chilly winter season.
STEM in the Stacks: Rookie Makers
with Kool Kat Science
(Tu) January 12 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Rookie Makers is a 4-week class focused on STEM engineering. The class is for kids who enjoy making things that move!
STEM in the Stacks: Rookie Makers
with Kool Kat Science
(Tu) January 19 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Rookie Makers is a 4-week class focused on STEM engineering. The class is for kids who enjoy making things that move!
Tinkering Takeover
(Th) January 21 | 4:30 — 6:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Enjoy interactive science and engineering with a spark of creativity during Imagination Station's Tinkering Takeover.
STEM in the Stacks: Rookie Makers
with Kool Kat Science
(Tu) January 26 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Rookie Makers is a 4-week class focused on STEM engineering. The class is for kids who enjoy making things that move!
STEM in the Stacks: Rookie Makers
with Kool Kat Science
(Tu) February 2 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Rookie Makers is a 4-week class focused on STEM engineering. The class is for kids who enjoy making things that move!
I LOVE to Craft
(W) February 10 | 4:30 — 5 p.m. | Heatherdowns
If you love to craft, celebrate Valentine’s Day and show your love to others by making something special for them!
STEM in the Stacks: Rookie Coders
with Kool Kat Science
(Tu) February 16 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Rookie Coders is a 4-week class focused on programming. The class is for kids who enjoy game design and animation!
Animals in Winter with The Toledo Zoo
(W) February 17 | 4:30 — 5:15 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Discover the many different ways animals adapt to survive the cold winter weather.
STEM in the Stacks: Rookie Coders
with Kool Kat Science
(Tu) February 23 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Rookie Coders is a 4-week class focused on programming. The class is for kids who enjoy game design and animation!
STEM in the Stacks: Rookie Coders
with Kool Kat Science
(Tu) March 2 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Rookie Coders is a 4-week class focused on programming. The class is for kids who enjoy game design and animation!
STEM in the Stacks: Rookie Coders
with Kool Kat Science
(Tu) March 9 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Rookie Coders is a 4-week class focused on programming. The class is for kids who enjoy game design and animation!
STEM in the Stacks: Rookie Robotics
with Kool Kat Science
(Tu) March 23 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Rookie Robotics is a 4-week class focused on STEM robotics. The class is for kids who enjoy robots and tinkering with electronics!
STEM in the Stacks: Rookie Robotics
with Kool Kat Science
(Tu) April 6 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Rookie Robotics is a 4-week class focused on STEM robotics. The class is for kids who enjoy robots and tinkering with electronics!
STEM in the Stacks: Rookie Robotics
with Kool Kat Science
(Tu) April 13 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Rookie Robotics is a 4-week class focused on STEM robotics. The class is for kids who enjoy robots and tinkering with electronics!
STEM in the Stacks: Rookie Robotics
with Kool Kat Science
(Tu) April 20 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Rookie Robotics is a 4-week class focused on STEM robotics. The class is for kids who enjoy robots and tinkering with electronics!
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(M) October 5 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Be a School Year VolunTEEN
(Sa) October 10 | 2 — 3:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
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!
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(W) October 14 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(M) October 19 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Scary Snacks & Scarier Stories!
(M) October 19 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Celebrate spooky season by writing your scariest story. Don’t forget the blood-curdling and goosebump inducing details! Afterwards, enjoy a deliciously scary treat, but watch out for wriggling worms!
Shots for Tots n Teens
(Tu) October 20 | 1 — 3 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Shots 4 Tots is an immunization program for children from birth through 18 years of age administered by professional public health nurses for the Toledo Lucas County Health Department.
Build a Halloween Automaton
with Kool Kat Science
(Tu) October 20 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Learn about cranks and eccentric cams while building a Halloween themed automaton!
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(W) October 28 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(M) November 2 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(W) November 11 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(M) November 16 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Gamer's Station
with Nintendo Switch
(M) November 16 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Calling all gamers!--stop in for Nintendo Switch gameplay and a variety of fun tabletop games.
Shots for Tots n Teens
(Tu) November 17 | 1 — 3 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Shots 4 Tots is an immunization program for children from birth through 18 years of age administered by professional public health nurses for the Toledo Lucas County Health Department.
Coding & Robotics Workshop
with Kool Kat Science
(Tu) November 17 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Robots are everywhere! Chatbots on websites, drones in the sky and self-driving cars. Students in grades 3-6 are invited to this free class to practice programming an ESP-32 robot called Quarky.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(W) November 25 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(M) November 30 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Sew Your Own Ornament
(M) December 7 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Create your own felt winter ornament! Learn to use a needle and thread to sew simple stitches and attach a button.
Hour of Code
with Kool Kat Science
(Tu) December 8 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
‘Hour of Code™’/’Hora del Código®’ is a global initiative by Computer Science Education Week and Code.org to introduce millions of students to one hour of computer science and computer programming.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(W) December 9 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(M) December 14 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Shots for Tots n Teens
(Tu) December 15 | 1 — 3 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Shots 4 Tots is an immunization program for children from birth through 18 years of age administered by professional public health nurses for the Toledo Lucas County Health Department.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(W) December 23 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Ronald McDonald Care Mobile
(M) December 28 | 9:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile visits Library locations to provide children (aged 17 and younger) with various health services.
Heatherdowns Teen Book Club
The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas
(M) January 4 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Join us for a lively and enlightening discussion of a book. New members always welcome.
TinkerCAD for Teens
(Sa) January 9 | 3 — 4 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Discover the basics of 3D modeling with Tinkercad; a free online, introductory 3D modeling software. Teens will try out designing their own models and learn more about 3D print with the library.
Teen Vision Boards
(M) January 11 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Create a vision board as a reminder to stay motivated to achieve future goals.
STEM in the Stacks: Rookie Makers
with Kool Kat Science
(Tu) January 12 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Rookie Makers is a 4-week class focused on STEM engineering. The class is for kids who enjoy making things that move!
STEM in the Stacks: Rookie Makers
with Kool Kat Science
(Tu) January 19 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Rookie Makers is a 4-week class focused on STEM engineering. The class is for kids who enjoy making things that move!
Be a School Year VolunTEEN
(M) January 25 | 4 — 5:15 p.m. | Heatherdowns
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!
STEM in the Stacks: Rookie Makers
with Kool Kat Science
(Tu) January 26 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Rookie Makers is a 4-week class focused on STEM engineering. The class is for kids who enjoy making things that move!
Heatherdowns Teen Book Club
Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children by Random Riggs
(M) February 1 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Join us for a lively and enlightening discussion of a book. New members always welcome.
STEM in the Stacks: Rookie Makers
with Kool Kat Science
(Tu) February 2 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Rookie Makers is a 4-week class focused on STEM engineering. The class is for kids who enjoy making things that move!
Gamer's Station
with Nintendo Switch
(M) February 8 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Calling all gamers!--stop in for Nintendo Switch gameplay!
Paper Airplane Contest
(M) February 15 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Test your engineering skills and see who can get their plane to go the farthest!
STEM in the Stacks: Rookie Coders
with Kool Kat Science
(Tu) February 16 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Rookie Coders is a 4-week class focused on programming. The class is for kids who enjoy game design and animation!
Basics of Balloon Twisting for Teens
with Bird's Eye View Circus
(F) February 19 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Join us in a basics of balloon twisting! Here you'll learn the beginner skills to create some of the most iconic balloon animals. No prior experience needed, and supplies provided!
Be a School Year VolunTEEN
(M) February 22 | 4 — 5:15 p.m. | Heatherdowns
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!
STEM in the Stacks: Rookie Coders
with Kool Kat Science
(Tu) February 23 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Rookie Coders is a 4-week class focused on programming. The class is for kids who enjoy game design and animation!
Heatherdowns Teen Book Club
Furia by Yamile Saied Mendez
(M) March 1 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Join us for a lively and enlightening discussion of a book. New members always welcome.
STEM in the Stacks: Rookie Coders
with Kool Kat Science
(Tu) March 2 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Rookie Coders is a 4-week class focused on programming. The class is for kids who enjoy game design and animation!
STEM in the Stacks: Rookie Coders
with Kool Kat Science
(Tu) March 9 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Rookie Coders is a 4-week class focused on programming. The class is for kids who enjoy game design and animation!
STEM in the Stacks: Rookie Robotics
with Kool Kat Science
(Tu) March 23 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Rookie Robotics is a 4-week class focused on STEM robotics. The class is for kids who enjoy robots and tinkering with electronics!
STEM in the Stacks: Rookie Robotics
with Kool Kat Science
(Tu) April 6 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Rookie Robotics is a 4-week class focused on STEM robotics. The class is for kids who enjoy robots and tinkering with electronics!
STEM in the Stacks: Rookie Robotics
with Kool Kat Science
(Tu) April 13 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Rookie Robotics is a 4-week class focused on STEM robotics. The class is for kids who enjoy robots and tinkering with electronics!
STEM in the Stacks: Rookie Robotics
with Kool Kat Science
(Tu) April 20 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Rookie Robotics is a 4-week class focused on STEM robotics. The class is for kids who enjoy robots and tinkering with electronics!
Divorce/Dissolution with Minor Children Legal Clinic
Presented by Toledo Bar Association Pro Bono Program
(Sa) October 10 | 2 — 3:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
This information clinic provides a general overview of the dissolution and divorce process when minor children are involved. Attendees will learn what to consider before filing in Lucas County.
Owens Community College Adult Learning Opportunities
(Th) October 15 | 2 — 5 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Owens Community College will be on hand to discuss the different adult learning paths that Owens offers and the financial assistance opportunities available, including grants and scholarships.
Toledo Repair Cafe
(Sa) October 24 | 10 a.m. — 2 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Bring in your clothing, small appliances, bicycles, jewelry, housewares and toys for repairs free of charge!
Mercy Health Community Nurses
(Tu) October 27 | 11 a.m. — 1 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Nurses are at select locations to conduct free blood pressure, blood sugar, and weight screenings. No appointment is needed; all services are first-come, first-served.
City of Toledo Department of Public Utilities
Customer Assistance and Outreach
(Tu) October 27 | 4:30 — 6:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Meet one-on-one with City of Toledo Department of Public Utilities Customer Service representatives to learn about discounts and programs designed to make your water and sewer bill more affordable.
Ghost Talk with Toledo Ohio Ghost Hunters
(W) October 28 | 2 — 3 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Toledo Ohio Ghost Hunters will take you inside some of our most haunted locations in this spooky presentation. Join us, if you dare!
A Chocolate Experience with Luvable Sweets
(Sa) November 14 | 10 — 11:30 a.m. | Heatherdowns
Create a delicious and customized chocolate bar. In order to allow as many people as possible to enjoy these very popular classes, please only register for this class at one location.
Military Veterans Information Session
Lucas County Veterans Service Commission
(Th) November 19 | 1 — 2 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Learn about the resources available to veterans and their family members through the Veterans Benefits Administration for a wide range of needs.
Owens Community College Adult Learning Opportunities
(Th) November 19 | 2 — 5 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Owens Community College will be on hand to discuss the different adult learning paths that Owens offers and the financial assistance opportunities available, including grants and scholarships.
Mercy Health Community Nurses
(Tu) November 24 | 11 a.m. — 1 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Nurses are at select locations to conduct free blood pressure, blood sugar, and weight screenings. No appointment is needed; all services are first-come, first-served.
City of Toledo Department of Public Utilities
Customer Assistance and Outreach
(Tu) November 24 | 4:30 — 6:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Meet one-on-one with City of Toledo Department of Public Utilities Customer Service representatives to learn about discounts and programs designed to make your water and sewer bill more affordable.
Owens Community College Adult Learning Opportunities
(Th) December 17 | 2 — 5 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Owens Community College will be on hand to discuss the different adult learning paths that Owens offers and the financial assistance opportunities available, including grants and scholarships.
Mercy Health Community Nurses
(Tu) December 22 | 11 a.m. — 1 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Nurses are at select locations to conduct free blood pressure, blood sugar, and weight screenings. No appointment is needed; all services are first-come, first-served.
City of Toledo Department of Public Utilities
Customer Assistance and Outreach
(Tu) December 22 | 4:30 — 6:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Meet one-on-one with City of Toledo Department of Public Utilities Customer Service representatives to learn about discounts and programs designed to make your water and sewer bill more affordable.
City of Toledo Department of Public Utilities
Customer Assistance and Outreach
(Sa) January 9 | 11 a.m. — 2 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Meet one-on-one with City of Toledo Department of Public Utilities Customer Service representatives to learn about discounts and programs designed to make your water and sewer bill more affordable.
Mocktail Making Workshop
(W) January 20 | 2 — 4 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Let’s make mocktails! Led by hospitality leader and educator Ryan Granger, attendees will learn about recipe development through the creation of three different drinks to try and taste.
City of Toledo Department of Public Utilities
Customer Assistance and Outreach
(Tu) January 26 | 4:30 — 6:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Meet one-on-one with City of Toledo Department of Public Utilities Customer Service representatives to learn about discounts and programs designed to make your water and sewer bill more affordable.
Custom Tea Blend with Luckey Road Lavender Farm
(W) February 17 | 2 — 3:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Explore a variety of herbs to create your own tea blend. A fun class of sipping and learning.
City of Toledo Department of Public Utilities
Customer Assistance and Outreach
(Tu) February 23 | 4:30 — 6:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Meet one-on-one with City of Toledo Department of Public Utilities Customer Service representatives to learn about discounts and programs designed to make your water and sewer bill more affordable.
Move with a Hoop by Bird's Eye View Circus
(F) February 26 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Learn to move with a hoop through beginner on-body and off-body techniques, guided exploration, creative movement, and free flow. No experience needed!
Lucas County Benefit Bridge Assistance
(M) March 15 | 1 — 5 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Meet with a Lucas County Benefit Bridge representative to see if you qualify for the program, have questions answered, and apply.
City of Toledo Department of Public Utilities
Customer Assistance and Outreach
(Tu) March 23 | 4:30 — 6:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Meet one-on-one with City of Toledo Department of Public Utilities Customer Service representatives to learn about discounts and programs designed to make your water and sewer bill more affordable.
City of Toledo Department of Public Utilities
Customer Assistance and Outreach
(Tu) April 27 | 4:30 — 6:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Meet one-on-one with City of Toledo Department of Public Utilities Customer Service representatives to learn about discounts and programs designed to make your water and sewer bill more affordable.
City of Toledo Department of Public Utilities
Customer Assistance and Outreach
(Tu) May 25 | 4:30 — 6:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Meet one-on-one with City of Toledo Department of Public Utilities Customer Service representatives to learn about discounts and programs designed to make your water and sewer bill more affordable.
City of Toledo Department of Public Utilities
Customer Assistance and Outreach
(Tu) June 22 | 4:30 — 6:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Meet one-on-one with City of Toledo Department of Public Utilities Customer Service representatives to learn about discounts and programs designed to make your water and sewer bill more affordable.
City of Toledo Department of Public Utilities
Customer Assistance and Outreach
(Tu) July 27 | 4:30 — 6:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Meet one-on-one with City of Toledo Department of Public Utilities Customer Service representatives to learn about discounts and programs designed to make your water and sewer bill more affordable.
City of Toledo Department of Public Utilities
Customer Assistance and Outreach
(Sa) August 14 | 11 a.m. — 2 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Meet one-on-one with City of Toledo Department of Public Utilities Customer Service representatives to learn about discounts and programs designed to make your water and sewer bill more affordable.
City of Toledo Department of Public Utilities
Customer Assistance and Outreach
(Tu) August 24 | 4:30 — 6:30 p.m. | Heatherdowns
Meet one-on-one with City of Toledo Department of Public Utilities Customer Service representatives to learn about discounts and programs designed to make your water and sewer bill more affordable.
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: 43,896 (10.3% of total service population)
Median age: 39.5
Households with children: 26.5%
Households: 20,478
Mean household income: $51,807
Population living below the poverty line: 16.4%
Gross square feet: 19,286 square feet
Year constructed: 1968, expanded in 1991
Collection size: 65,392 items
Programs: 89 in 2018
Meeting room size: 1,576 square feet
Meeting room capacity: 100 people
General Observations
- There is plenty of space here to do great things.
- There is a lot of under-utilized floor space in public areas.
- There is a low ceiling at entry with study rooms to the right, the circulation desk to the left, and everything else feels far away.
- There should be something that excites you when you walk in.
- There is a lack of signage and a lack of display near the entry.
- Old formal study carrels are currently used for face-out materials display.
- The new face-out materials displays are nice and give a good retail vibe, but overall, displays are minimal.
- There could be better use of areas with natural light.
- It seems like the two service points are sufficient but the locations of the service points could be improved for better efficiency and sightlines.
- Self-checkout is proximate to holds, but there is the room and opportunity to provide more self-service options.
- Each area needs more of an identity.
- We visited this library on a sunny day and the interior felt dark, even in glass areas because of the overhangs.
- Meeting rooms could use improvement.
- Overall feel and appearance felt dated and could use a refresh and new layout.
- Exposed brick walls are very dark.
- Areas along windows are not well used and feel sparse.
- The library is located adjacent to playing fields and multi-family housing.
- The site has a lot of trees, a park-like setting, and some visibility from Glanzman Road.
- The entire building feels like it is geared towards adults.
- The interesting shapes and geometry of the exterior could be incorporated more thoughtfully into the interior.
- New colors and lighting could have a big impact on this space.
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 364 Heatherdowns and Toledo Heights neighbors said they wanted in an updated space.
| Rank |
Services and amenities |
Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Access to drive-through, pick-up, and drop-off services |
40.29% |
| 2 |
Expanded children’s areas |
29.36% |
| 3 |
More technology |
26.51% |
| 4 |
Expanded teen areas |
26.21% |
| 5 |
Expanded adult areas |
23.37% |
| 6 |
More Maker Spaces |
16.11% |
| 7 |
More study spaces |
16.31% |
| 8 |
Larger and/or additional meeting room spaces |
13.36% |
| 9 |
Greater access to audio/visual equipment |
11.00% |
| 10 |
Additional programming space |
9.43% |
Q2 through Q4 2026 | Dates and locations will be shared as soon as available
The original Heatherdowns Branch was built in 1968 and was unique for its circular shape. In 1991, it became the largest Branch in square footage. In 2015 and 2016, the Branch underwent substantial renovations with improved lighting, seating, and shelving. A media wall was built in the children’s section that features a 90-inch TV and two large-screen interactive educational tablets. In 2025, the branch began to prepare for a move to a new, consolidated location with Toledo Heights.
