King Road
3900 King Road,
Toledo, Ohio 43617
419-259-5380
Email Manager Julie Bursten
M-Tu: noon– 8:30 p.m.
W-F: 9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Sa: Closed
Su: Closed
Services:
We’re happy to be a good neighbor by providing free self-serve meeting rooms. (Self-serve means you may move furniture, but you will need to return room to original set-up. Technology support may be available.) Users of this space must agree to and follow the Library Community Room policy.
Use our 24/7 Lobbies with Smart Lockers to pick up books and materials you’ve placed on hold any time day or night! Currently available at King Road, Maumee, 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:
Family Storytime
(Tu) June 2 | 6 — 6:30 p.m. | King Road
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Babytime
(W) June 3 | 9:30 — 10 a.m. | King Road
This storytime focuses on developing your baby's early literacy skills. Babies 0-18 months will be introduced to songs, movement, rhythm and rhyme designed to foster a love of books and reading.
Toddler Storytime
(W) June 3 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | King Road
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Preschool Storytime
(Th) June 4 | 9:30 — 10 a.m. | King Road
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Family Storytime
(Tu) June 9 | 6 — 6:30 p.m. | King Road
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Babytime
(W) June 10 | 9:30 — 10 a.m. | King Road
This storytime focuses on developing your baby's early literacy skills. Babies 0-18 months will be introduced to songs, movement, rhythm and rhyme designed to foster a love of books and reading.
Toddler Storytime
(W) June 10 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | King Road
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Preschool Storytime
(Th) June 11 | 9:30 — 10 a.m. | King Road
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Family Storytime
(Tu) June 16 | 6 — 6:30 p.m. | King Road
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Babytime
(W) June 17 | 9:30 — 10 a.m. | King Road
This storytime focuses on developing your baby's early literacy skills. Babies 0-18 months will be introduced to songs, movement, rhythm and rhyme designed to foster a love of books and reading.
Toddler Storytime
(W) June 17 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | King Road
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Preschool Storytime
(Th) June 18 | 9:30 — 10 a.m. | King Road
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Family Storytime
(Tu) June 23 | 6 — 6:30 p.m. | King Road
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Babytime
(W) June 24 | 9:30 — 10 a.m. | King Road
This storytime focuses on developing your baby's early literacy skills. Babies 0-18 months will be introduced to songs, movement, rhythm and rhyme designed to foster a love of books and reading.
Toddler Storytime
(W) June 24 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | King Road
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Preschool Storytime
(Th) June 25 | 9:30 — 10 a.m. | King Road
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Family Storytime
(Tu) June 30 | 6 — 6:30 p.m. | King Road
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Babytime
(W) July 1 | 9:30 — 10 a.m. | King Road
This storytime focuses on developing your baby's early literacy skills. Babies 0-18 months will be introduced to songs, movement, rhythm and rhyme designed to foster a love of books and reading.
Toddler Storytime
(W) July 1 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | King Road
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Preschool Storytime
(Th) July 2 | 9:30 — 10 a.m. | King Road
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Family Storytime
(Tu) July 7 | 6 — 6:30 p.m. | King Road
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Babytime
(W) July 8 | 9:30 — 10 a.m. | King Road
This storytime focuses on developing your baby's early literacy skills. Babies 0-18 months will be introduced to songs, movement, rhythm and rhyme designed to foster a love of books and reading.
Toddler Storytime
(W) July 8 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | King Road
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Preschool Storytime
(Th) July 9 | 9:30 — 10 a.m. | King Road
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Family Storytime
(Tu) July 14 | 6 — 6:30 p.m. | King Road
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Babytime
(W) July 15 | 9:30 — 10 a.m. | King Road
This storytime focuses on developing your baby's early literacy skills. Babies 0-18 months will be introduced to songs, movement, rhythm and rhyme designed to foster a love of books and reading.
Toddler Storytime
(W) July 15 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | King Road
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Preschool Storytime
(Th) July 16 | 9:30 — 10 a.m. | King Road
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Family Storytime
(Tu) July 21 | 6 — 6:30 p.m. | King Road
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Babytime
(W) July 22 | 9:30 — 10 a.m. | King Road
This storytime focuses on developing your baby's early literacy skills. Babies 0-18 months will be introduced to songs, movement, rhythm and rhyme designed to foster a love of books and reading.
Toddler Storytime
(W) July 22 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | King Road
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Preschool Storytime
(Th) July 23 | 9:30 — 10 a.m. | King Road
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Family Storytime
(Tu) July 28 | 6 — 6:30 p.m. | King Road
Children ages 2-5, and their grown-ups, are invited to talk, sing, read, write and play as we share stories, music and movement.
Babytime
(W) July 29 | 9:30 — 10 a.m. | King Road
This storytime focuses on developing your baby's early literacy skills. Babies 0-18 months will be introduced to songs, movement, rhythm and rhyme designed to foster a love of books and reading.
Toddler Storytime
(W) July 29 | 11 — 11:30 a.m. | King Road
Have fun at this interactive storytime for children 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
Preschool Storytime
(Th) July 30 | 9:30 — 10 a.m. | King Road
Children ages 3-5, and their grown-ups, will enjoy stories, songs and movement designed to get them ready for kindergarten.
Unearth a Story with the Toledo Zoo
(M) June 1 | 4 — 5 p.m. | King Road
Explore the wild and wonderful animals of days gone by with the Toledo Zoo. Learn about the dynamic adaptations and lifestyles of some of the most iconic extinct species of all time.
Living Dinosaurs with Nature's Nursery
(F) June 12 | 10 — 10:45 a.m. | King Road
Explore life’s family tree and see how animals connect to dinosaurs. Meet live birds, reptiles, and amphibians while learning about evolution, survival, and protecting wildlife today.
Twisted Tie-Dye
(M) June 15 | 4 — 5 p.m. | King Road
Choose from your favorite Americana, rainbow, or team colors at our tie-dye party! Dye something of ours to take home with you or bring something of your own to dye. Wear clothes that can get messy.
Andrew Martin's Fun and Fantasy, Comedy-Magic Show
(M) June 22 | 6 — 6:45 p.m. | King Road
Mind blowing magic mixed with zany comedy antics. All ages are invited to reset their wondermeters as they experience the award winning magic of Andrew Martin. Fun for the whole family!
Warhol-Inspired Wildflowers with Molly Miller
(M) July 6 | 4 — 5 p.m. | King Road
Dive into the world of Andy Warhol by layering vibrant, tempera-painted flower cutouts over rich oil pastel backgrounds to create a bold, 3D floral masterpiece.
Mr. Puppet's Comedy Show
(F) July 17 | 10 — 10:45 a.m. | King Road
Get ready for some side-splitting fun with Mr. Puppet. A perfect mix of ventriloquism, marionette magic, and plenty of audience interaction, this show will have you doubled over in laughter.
Pop Bottle Fireflies
(M) July 20 | 4 — 5 p.m. | King Road
What can you do with empty pop bottles? Turn them into glowing summer fireflies using simple craft supplies!
Crazy Craig's Juggling Variety Show
(M) July 27 | 4 — 4:45 p.m. | King Road
Hold on to your seats! Crazy Craig is here and will blow your socks away with his high energy, interactive, family comedy, juggling variety show!
Fabric Painting
(W) May 20 | 4 — 5 p.m. | King Road
Design and fabric-paint your own colorful pencil pouch—perfect for organizing school supplies or gifting to a friend.
Be a Summer Read VolunTEEN
(Tu) May 26 | 4:30 — 6:30 p.m. | King Road
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!
King's Quest: Dungeons and Dragons
(Th) May 28 | 4 — 5 p.m. | King Road
Let's play Dungeons and Dragons! Whether you're new to the game or a seasoned veteran, get in on the quest.
Be a Summer Read VolunTEEN
(M) June 8 | 4:30 — 6:30 p.m. | King Road
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!
Pom-Pom Creatures
(Tu) June 9 | 4 — 5 p.m. | King Road
Let your imagination run wild! Make pom poms by hand and turn them into anything you can imagine!
King's Quest: Dungeons and Dragons
(Th) June 11 | 4 — 5 p.m. | King Road
Let's play Dungeons and Dragons! Whether you're new to the game or a seasoned veteran, get in on the quest.
Be a Summer Read VolunTEEN
(Tu) June 16 | 4:30 — 6:30 p.m. | King Road
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) June 23 | 4:30 — 6:30 p.m. | King Road
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!
King's Quest: Dungeons and Dragons
(Th) June 25 | 4 — 5 p.m. | King Road
Let's play Dungeons and Dragons! Whether you're new to the game or a seasoned veteran, get in on the quest.
Be a Summer Read VolunTEEN
(M) June 29 | 4:30 — 6:30 p.m. | King Road
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!
DIY Suncatchers
(Tu) July 7 | 4 — 5 p.m. | King Road
Lights, colors, create! Make your own stained-glass effect suncatcher using transparency film, markers, and glue.
King's Quest: Dungeons and Dragons
(Th) July 9 | 4 — 5 p.m. | King Road
Let's play Dungeons and Dragons! Whether you're new to the game or a seasoned veteran, get in on the quest.
Henna Art
with Jen from Henna Muse
(M) July 13 | 6 — 7 p.m. | King Road
Learn about the fascinating cultural history of henna from presenter Jen Schafer. Each participant will get a chance to explore henna technique and go home with a design of their choice.
King's Quest: Dungeons and Dragons
(Th) July 23 | 4 — 5 p.m. | King Road
Let's play Dungeons and Dragons! Whether you're new to the game or a seasoned veteran, get in on the quest.
Beaded Ladybug Keychains
(Tu) August 4 | 4 — 5 p.m. | King Road
Welcome summer by making a lucky ladybug key chain!
King's Quest: Dungeons and Dragons
(Th) August 6 | 4 — 5 p.m. | King Road
Let's play Dungeons and Dragons! Whether you're new to the game or a seasoned veteran, get in on the quest.
King's Quest: Dungeons and Dragons
(Th) August 20 | 4 — 5 p.m. | King Road
Let's play Dungeons and Dragons! Whether you're new to the game or a seasoned veteran, get in on the quest.
Planter Pot Workshop
with Callisto Terra
(M) May 18 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | King Road
Guests will get to paint & plant using our 4 oz handcrafted concrete planter pots! We will use cuttings from our shop’s plants but you’re welcome to bring your own too!
King Road Book Club
The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V.E. Schwab
(Th) June 11 | 2 — 3 p.m. | King Road
Good conversation, friendly faces and great books - that's what book group is all about. We're looking forward to seeing you at our lively and engaging book discussion.
Create a Classic Charcuterie
(F) June 12 | 3 — 4 p.m. | King Road
Learn about charcuterie essentials such as color, crunch, and charisma, and create your own to enjoy at home in this hands-on class. All ingredients will be provided.
Mahjong Club for Adults
Hosted by Cordial Rivalry
(M) June 15 | 6 — 8 p.m. | King Road
Have you always wanted to play American Mahjong? Whether you're a newbie or an experienced player, we are here to help!
Create a Victorian Bouquet
(F) June 26 | 3 — 4 p.m. | King Road
Discover the fascinating history of the Victorian tussy mussy bouquet, then create your own and bring some extra freshness to your day.
King Road Book Club
We Will Be Jaguars by Nemonte Nenquimo
(Th) July 9 | 2 — 3 p.m. | King Road
Good conversation, friendly faces and great books - that's what book group is all about. We're looking forward to seeing you at our lively and engaging book discussion.
Military Veterans Information Session
Lucas County Veterans Service Commission
(Th) July 16 | 1 — 2 p.m. | King Road
Learn about the resources available to veterans and their family members through the Veterans Benefits Administration for a wide range of needs.
Mahjong Club for Adults
Hosted by Cordial Rivalry
(M) July 20 | 6 — 8 p.m. | King Road
Have you always wanted to play American Mahjong? Whether you're a newbie or an experienced player, we are here to help!
Faux Stained Glass with Kayt
(F) July 24 | 3 — 5 p.m. | King Road
Faux Stained Glass with Kayt Harden ATR, LPC. This is a creative art therapy experience where we’ll design our own faux stained glass using watercolor, colored pencils and puffy paint.
Introduction to Qigong
(M) August 3 | 6 — 7:30 p.m. | King Road
Qigong is a traditional Chinese mind/body exercise and meditation that uses body movements with breathing and mental focusing to improve balance, muscle strength, and overall health.
King Road Book Club
The Cliffs by J. Courtney Sullivan
(Th) August 13 | 2 — 3 p.m. | King Road
Good conversation, friendly faces and great books - that's what book group is all about. We're looking forward to seeing you at our lively and engaging book discussion.
Mahjong Club for Adults
Hosted by Cordial Rivalry
(M) August 17 | 6 — 8 p.m. | King Road
Have you always wanted to play American Mahjong? Whether you're a newbie or an experienced player, we are here to help!
Small Town PRIDE
(M) August 24 | 6:30 — 7:30 p.m. | King Road
Join the Harris-Elmore & Genoa Public Libraries for their "Small Town PRIDE" traveling book club! This engaging group brings together community members to discuss LGBTQIA+ literature.
King Road Book Club
Isola by Allegra Goodman
(Th) September 10 | 2 — 3 p.m. | King Road
Good conversation, friendly faces and great books - that's what book group is all about. We're looking forward to seeing you at our lively and engaging book discussion.
Mahjong Club for Adults
Hosted by Cordial Rivalry
(M) September 21 | 6 — 8 p.m. | King Road
Have you always wanted to play American Mahjong? Whether you're a newbie or an experienced player, we are here to help!
King Road Book Club
The Marriage Portrait by Maggie O'Farrell
(Th) October 8 | 2 — 3 p.m. | King Road
Good conversation, friendly faces and great books - that's what book group is all about. We're looking forward to seeing you at our lively and engaging book discussion.
Mahjong Club for Adults
Hosted by Cordial Rivalry
(M) October 19 | 6 — 8 p.m. | King Road
Have you always wanted to play American Mahjong? Whether you're a newbie or an experienced player, we are here to help!
King Road Book Club
North Woods by Daniel Mason
(Th) November 12 | 2 — 3 p.m. | King Road
Good conversation, friendly faces and great books - that's what book group is all about. We're looking forward to seeing you at our lively and engaging book discussion.
Mahjong Club for Adults
Hosted by Cordial Rivalry
(M) November 16 | 6 — 8 p.m. | King Road
Have you always wanted to play American Mahjong? Whether you're a newbie or an experienced player, we are here to help!
King Road Book Club
Wishin' and Hopin' by Wally Lamb
(Th) December 10 | 2 — 3 p.m. | King Road
Good conversation, friendly faces and great books - that's what book group is all about. We're looking forward to seeing you at our lively and engaging book discussion.
Mahjong Club for Adults
Hosted by Cordial Rivalry
(M) December 21 | 6 — 8 p.m. | King Road
Have you always wanted to play American Mahjong? Whether you're a newbie or an experienced player, we are here to help!
Building for the future:
A digital copy of the full 200-plus page facilities master plan is available upon request.
Branch overview (based on 2018 data)
Service population: 29,185 (6.8% of total service population)
Median age: 39
Households with children: 35%
Households: 11,266
Mean household income: $93,147
Population living below the poverty line: 7%
Gross square feet: 22,240 square feet
Year constructed: 2016
Collection size: 66,322 items
Programs: 472 in 2018
Meeting room size: 1,226 square feet
Meeting room capacity: 182 people (meeting room is sub-dividable)
General Observations
- Investigate alternative seating options for the podium service point.
- The drive-up service window is well used.
- The recording studio needs additional soundproofing between it and the editing room.
- Improved soundproofing will allow this room to be used for quiet study.
- Consider using mobile displays or furniture to create a path to the collection area.
- Consider enclosing some space with glass as another quiet study room.
- Consider repurposing computer station tables for public seating.
In spring 2024, the Library sent a survey to the Lucas County community to learn what you love about your Library and how we could improve our buildings to better meet your needs. This is what 389 King Road neighbors said they wanted in an updated space.
| Rank |
Services and amenities |
Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Expanded adult areas |
24.42% |
| 2 |
Expanded children’s areas |
23.14% |
| 3 |
Access to drive-through, pick-up, and drop-off services |
21.34% |
| 4 |
More study spaces |
18.77% |
| 5 |
Expanded teen areas |
13.37% |
| 6 |
More technology |
13.11% |
| 7 |
More Maker Spaces |
12.60% |
| 8 |
Larger and/or additional meeting room spaces |
10.80% |
| 9 |
Greater access to audio/visual equipment |
8.48% |
| 10 |
Additional programming space |
8.23% |
Construction phase: Q2 2031
Dates are approximate and subject to change.
Q1 2030 | Dates and locations will be shared as soon as available
In 2016, construction of the King Road Branch Library was undertaken due to the growing Sylvania and Holland communities. The construction began next to Sylvania Southview High School. The Branch offers students a safe space to learn, attend programs, or explore the Library after school hours. King Road’s open concept design makes it a new type of Library space, which focuses on a collaborative atmosphere for exploration and learning.
