Holland
1032 S. McCord Road,
Holland, Ohio 43528
419-259-5240
Email Manager Hannah Grohowski
M-Tu: noon – 8:30 p.m.
W-F: 9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Sa: Closed
Su: Closed
Holiday Hours
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:
Preschool Storytime
(Th) April 16 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Holland
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Family Storytime
(M) April 20 | 6:30 — 7 p.m. | Holland
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
(W) April 22 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Holland
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) April 23 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Holland
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Family Storytime
(M) April 27 | 6:30 — 7 p.m. | Holland
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
(W) April 29 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Holland
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) April 30 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Holland
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Family Storytime
(M) June 1 | 6:30 — 7 p.m. | Holland
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
(W) June 3 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Holland
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) June 4 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Holland
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Family Storytime
(M) June 8 | 6:30 — 7 p.m. | Holland
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
(W) June 10 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Holland
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) June 11 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Holland
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Family Storytime
(M) June 15 | 6:30 — 7 p.m. | Holland
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
(W) June 17 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Holland
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) June 18 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Holland
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Family Storytime
(M) June 22 | 6:30 — 7 p.m. | Holland
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
(W) June 24 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Holland
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) June 25 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Holland
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Family Storytime
(M) June 29 | 6:30 — 7 p.m. | Holland
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
(W) July 1 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Holland
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 2 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Holland
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Family Storytime
(M) July 6 | 6:30 — 7 p.m. | Holland
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
(W) July 8 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Holland
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 9 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Holland
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Family Storytime
(M) July 13 | 6:30 — 7 p.m. | Holland
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
(W) July 15 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Holland
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 16 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Holland
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Family Storytime
(M) July 20 | 6:30 — 7 p.m. | Holland
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
(W) July 22 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Holland
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 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Holland
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Family Storytime
(M) July 27 | 6:30 — 7 p.m. | Holland
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
(W) July 29 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Holland
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 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | Holland
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Lego League
(M) April 27 | 4 — 5 p.m. | Holland
Imagine and build an amazing Lego creation! Compete with other kids to win a first prize ribbon by participating in our Lego challenge.
Gamer's Station
with Nintendo Switch
(Th) June 4 | 3:30 — 4:30 p.m. | Holland
Calling all gamers!--stop in for Nintendo Switch gameplay and a variety of fun tabletop games.
A2Magic's “Best of the Best” Summer Reading Magic Show
(M) June 15 | 4 — 4:45 p.m. | Holland
From gravity-defying magic to a thrilling Race to the Moon, this top-rated, all-ages interactive show delivers Jeff Wawrzaszek’s very best illusions, laughs, and surprises.
The Amazing World of Reptiles with Reptile Adventures
(Tu) June 23 | 6 — 6:45 p.m. | Holland
Hands-on educational program with some of the coolest animals on the planet! See, learn about and pet some super unique reptiles from one of the most diverse collections in the world.
Van Gogh–Inspired Hot Air Balloon Collage with Molly Miller
(M) June 29 | 4 — 4:45 p.m. | Holland
Young artists will master mixed-media techniques by blending crayon-resist watercolor skies with dimensional paper layering to create a vibrant, Van Gogh-inspired hot air balloon collage.
Gamer's Station
with Nintendo Switch
(Th) July 2 | 3:30 — 4:30 p.m. | Holland
Calling all gamers!--stop in for Nintendo Switch gameplay and a variety of fun tabletop games.
It's Electric with Imagination Station
(M) July 13 | 4 — 4:45 p.m. | Holland
Explore electric energy—how it works, where it comes from, and how we use it—through natural resources, circuits, and solar power, simple circuits spin motors, creating art.
Dragon Training Academy
(Tu) July 28 | 6 — 6:45 p.m. | Holland
Join Brock Barnabas on an adventure as he uses his many inventions of science and brings humor, high energy, creative play, and (of course) realistic looking animatronic puppets to the stage.
Teen Cafe
(Th) April 16 | 3:30 — 4:30 p.m. | Holland
Come to the Teen Café, a place to sit and chat with friends, play games or just chill with other teens.
Be a Summer Read VolunTEEN
(W) May 13 | 3 — 5 p.m. | Holland
The Summer Read VolunTEEN program is for teens ages 13 (must be 13 at the time of account creation) through high school graduation. An online volunteer account and two-hour training are mandatory!
Be a Summer Read VolunTEEN
(Tu) May 26 | 6 — 8 p.m. | Holland
The Summer Read VolunTEEN program is for teens ages 13 (must be 13 at the time of account creation) through high school graduation. An online volunteer account and two-hour training are mandatory!
Gamer's Station
with Nintendo Switch
(Th) June 4 | 3:30 — 4:30 p.m. | Holland
Calling all gamers!--stop in for Nintendo Switch gameplay and a variety of fun tabletop games.
Teen Cafe
(Th) June 18 | 3:30 — 4:30 p.m. | Holland
Come to the Teen Café, a place to sit and chat with friends, play games or just chill with other teens.
Gamer's Station
with Nintendo Switch
(Th) July 2 | 3:30 — 4:30 p.m. | Holland
Calling all gamers!--stop in for Nintendo Switch gameplay and a variety of fun tabletop games.
Teen Self Defense with Ohio Martial Arts
(Th) July 16 | 3:30 — 4:30 p.m. | Holland
Senpai Shelly Blanco with Ohio Martial Arts makes self-defense quick, easy, and fun!
Cheese Quiche with Sur le Pouce
(Tu) April 21 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | Holland
In this hands-on class, learn the art of baking delicious cheese quiche.
UToledo Health Mobile Health Unit
(W) April 22 | 10 a.m. — 2 p.m. | Holland
The UToledo Health Mobile Health Unit, sponsored by Anthem, provides: health screenings, health education, social services and support, and referrals to specialized care.
Edible and Medicinal Plants
With Midwest Native Skills Institute
(Tu) May 19 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Holland
There are hundreds of plants to eat in the woods and some that you shouldn’t. These classes will show you which are which and how to enjoy them!
Small Town PRIDE
(Tu) May 26 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | Holland
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.
UToledo Health Mobile Health Unit
(W) May 27 | 10 a.m. — 2 p.m. | Holland
The UToledo Health Mobile Health Unit, sponsored by Anthem, provides: health screenings, health education, social services and support, and referrals to specialized care.
Resin Beach Scene with Shannon
(F) June 12 | 10 a.m. — noon | Holland
Using nontoxic, food grade resin (no masks or ventilation needed), participants will create a beautiful beach scene.
UToledo Health Mobile Health Unit
(W) June 24 | 10 a.m. — 2 p.m. | Holland
The UToledo Health Mobile Health Unit, sponsored by Anthem, provides: health screenings, health education, social services and support, and referrals to specialized care.
Faux Stained Glass with Kayt
(F) June 26 | 10 a.m. — noon | Holland
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.
Chocolate Fondant Cake with Sur Le Pouce
(Tu) July 21 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | Holland
In this hands-on class, learn the art of making a delicious "moelleux au chocolat" (chocolate fondant cake).
Building for the future:
In 2019, the Toledo Library enlisted HBM Architects and Interior Designers to develop a facilities master plan that examined its locations and provided a list of priorities and recommendations to help move TLCPL forward. This working plan was based on data collected during 2018 and continues to evolve based on the changing needs of the communities the Library serves. Below are key takeaways for the Holland Branch.
A digital copy of the full 200-plus page facilities master plan is available upon request.
Branch overview (based on 2018 data)
Service population: 30,835 (7.2% of total service population)
Median age: 41
Households with children: 30.5%
Households: 12,360
Mean household income: $73,864
Population living below the poverty line: 12%
Gross square feet: 13,250 square feet
Year constructed: 1984
Collection size: 87,166 items
Programs: 328 in 2018
Meeting room size: 1,415 square feet
Meeting room capacity: 94 people (meeting room is sub-dividable)
General Observations
- This branch is very undersized for the amount of visits, circulation, and use it sees on a daily basis.
- It is identical to the Washington Branch but flipped horizontally. Both branches have the same layout, shelving, and interior palette.
- Either need to expand and completely rework the layout or build new.
- The branch is currently crowded with too many shelves, no seating, and poor sightlines.
- There are limited display opportunities.
- The display to the right hand side of the entry is good but very cramped and crowded.
- The interior is dated, crowded, and has dead corners with limited visibility.
- The branch’s location next to the park creates a nice environment and presents opportunities for shared programming and resources.
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 282 Holland neighbors said they wanted in an updated space.
| Rank |
Services and amenities |
Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Access to drive-through, pick-up, and drop-off services |
39.01% |
| 2 |
Expanded adult areas |
23.40% |
| 3 |
Expanded children’s areas |
20.92% |
| 4 |
Expanded teen areas |
15.25% |
| 5 |
More study spaces |
14.54% |
| 6 |
More technology |
14.54% |
| 7 |
Greater access to audio/visual equipment |
9.93% |
| 8 |
More Maker Spaces |
9.57% |
| 9 |
Larger and/or additional meeting room spaces |
8.51% |
| 10 |
Additional programming space |
6.38% |
After taking a closer look at the building and site, the recommendation is to build a new facility on the existing property. Updating the current building would be expensive and come with significant challenges, wile a new building allows for a smarter, long-term investment. State guidelines also support this approach when renovation costs are nearly as high as new construction. Building new helps ensure public dollars are used wisely and creates a space that can better serve the community for decades to come.
Dates are approximate and subject to change.
Completed activities:
- Buehrer Group Architecture & Engineering, Inc., a Maumee-based design firm, is chosen to lead the architectural planning and design of the expanded Holland Branch.
- Secured additional property footage for expansion from Holland Township on Sept. 3, 2024.
Current activities:
- The community listening sessions have all concluded. Stay tuned for more project updates!
- Construction management selection
What’s next:
- Design phase
- Construction decisions around access
The community listening sessions have all concluded. Read the full report.
The Holland Branch was built in 1984 to replace the Bookmobile Service at Strawberry Acres Park. As the community and its population grew, the Branch outgrew its capacity to handle increased customer visits and expanded collections. In 2002, it was renovated. Holland continues to serve the needs of a large and diverse community with materials, internet access, programs, classes, and meeting space.
Architectural drawings
