Recent Announcements
Westerville Library welcomes the birth of a new dragon
Oct 07, 2024
With help from students at Otterbein University, Agnes the Dragon introduces people to the magic of their local library.
Great Scott, the Wizards & Wands Festival is back again!
Sep 05, 2024
From life-sized Candyland to a bigger-on-the-inside TARDIS, this year's Wizards & Wands Festival takes fandom to a new level.
Library Levy on November Ballot
The library will be asking for a 0.75-mill additional operating levy on November 5, the first request for a tax increase in 13 years.
Celebrating 20 Years of School Deliveries
Jul 31, 2024
Since 2004, a total of 343,313 items have been delivered to students, teachers, and staff.
Westerville Library joins Central Library Consortium in 2024
Mar 06, 2024
Expanded and easy access to library collections from 17 neighboring libraries to come in late 2024.
3 Library Projects Reduce Environmental Impact, Save Money
Feb 13, 2024
LED lighting, HVAC upgrades & an electric van help save on energy costs while also maintaining good stewardship of taxpayer dollars.
2023 Year in Review
2023 was a year of expanding access, increasing sustainability, and continued growth for the Westerville Public Library.
Magic comes to life with technology at the library.
Oct 04, 2023
This year’s festival includes a Haunted Mansion-inspired fortune teller, a mermaid skeleton, a 6-foot dragon egg, and so much more.
$6,000 Grant Makes Translation for Tech Training Possible
Aug 21, 2023
In-person workshops build on virtual digital literacy courses created in collaboration with the Public Library Association and AT&T.
Library Celebrates Summer with Free Books for Students
May 30, 2023
To encourage reading this summer, the library recently distributed over 6,500 free books to elementary school students.
2022 Year in Review
2022 was a year of practical improvements, unique experiences, and a continued focus on our core values of literacy.
Your library will be transformed into a wizarding wonderland
Sep 26, 2022
Fantasy fans and book lovers alike can experience the magic of the Westerville Public Library all month long with events & activities.
2021 Year in Review
Mar 10, 2022
Opportunities continued to arise above the challenges of a global pandemic in 2021.
Westerville Organizations Announce DEI Positions
Apr 24, 2021
City of Westerville, Westerville Public Library, WeRISE for Greater Westerville recruiting professionals.
Letter from the Director: Reflecting on 2020
Feb 11, 2021
2020 flipped the world upside down and opened doors to new opportunities we never expected.
Letter from our Executive Director: Reflecting on 2019
Feb 10, 2020
From technology training to homework help, the Westerville Public Library spent 2019 creating opportunities for you to level up
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Fiscal Officer Receives Auditor of State Award
Aug 22, 2024
The Auditor of State announced that the Westerville Public Library has qualified for the Ohio Auditor of State Award with Distinction.
Library Earns Certificate of Achievement
Dec 29, 2023
The Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting has been awarded to Westerville Public Library by GFOA
Ohio Local History Alliance honors museum for video series.
Oct 09, 2023
"So You Think You Know Westerville?" was recognized as an outstanding contribution to the field of local history in Ohio.
The Columbus Foundation grants $5,589 for archival efforts
Jul 28, 2022
Westerville History Museum will use to improve archival storage for historic collections of photographs, artwork, and oversized artifacts.
Westerville Library welcomes the birth of a new dragon
Oct 07, 2024
With help from students at Otterbein University, Agnes the Dragon introduces people to the magic of their local library.
Library Foundation Seeks Board Membership
Sep 09, 2024
Trustees must reside within the central Ohio area, and serve three-year terms.
Great Scott, the Wizards & Wands Festival is back again!
Sep 05, 2024
From life-sized Candyland to a bigger-on-the-inside TARDIS, this year's Wizards & Wands Festival takes fandom to a new level.
Fiscal Officer Receives Auditor of State Award
Aug 22, 2024
The Auditor of State announced that the Westerville Public Library has qualified for the Ohio Auditor of State Award with Distinction.
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Family Storytime: Library Love
Feb 1st | 10:00am - 10:30am
Celebrate Take Your Child to the Library Day with a special storytime featuring amazing stories and fun facts about your library.
Library Levy on November Ballot
The library will be asking for a 0.75-mill additional operating levy on November 5, the first request for a tax increase in 13 years.
Library Tour for Families
Various dates & times
Westerville Public Library
Get a tour of the library including a behind-the-scenes demonstration of the library's book sorter. Kids welcome.
Donate Today
Our library. For everyone. Forever. Give to the Westerville Library Foundation to ensure the long-term financial stability of the library.
Scottie J.
Scottie is passionate about all things "geek".
Thomas S.
Fun and friendly, Thomas is often out-and-about, bringing entertainment and energy to community events around Westerville.
Tamara M.
Tamara geeks out about new technology but still has a soft spot for old-school communication like email.
