2023 Community Impact

Visitors

99,550 Visitors
The number of visitors through our doors increased by almost 8% from 2022. We welcome patrons of all ages who come to:

  • Borrow items

  • Get information and training from library staff

  • Attend programs

  • Use public computers

  • And more

Items Borrowed

427,603 Items Borrowed
Library card holders borrowed:

  • Physical books and e-books

  • DVDs and CDs

  • Streaming shows and music

  • Magazines and games

  • Hotspots

  • Framed art

Events

1,025 Events Offered
Library staff coordinated and/or presented over 1,000 events for children, teens, and adults, including:

  • Storytimes

  • Author talks

  • Crafting activities

  • Gaming

  • Outreach programs

Attendance:

  • 20,967 attendees enjoyed library programs throughout the year, including book clubs, early literacy activities, speakers, movies, teas, arts & crafts, and outreach events

Technology Use

  • Wi-Fi Access: 44,982 sessions

  • Public PC Usage: 14,730 sessions

Outreach

  • 584 Outreach Visits to 33 sites including:

    • Preschools & K-12 schools

    • Senior living communities

    • YMCA

    • Project Hope for the Homeless

    • Forbes House

  • Library staff answered 50,000+ questions and provided assistance

  • Distributed 2,890 free COVID-19 test kits supplied by the Ohio Department of Health