Upper Arlington Public Library: Tremont Road Branch — Attraction in Upper Arlington

The Upper Arlington Public Library has one of the best reference departments in Central Ohio.

I periodically visit other libraries in central Ohio but I have yet to find a reference department that is as thorough as is Upper Arlington's.

I am often able to find the information that I need without any help but there are several times each year when I am unable to find the information that I need so I will contact the Upper Arlington Public Library reference department for help.

At times, my question will be to ask how to find the information myself but I often I will ask my question directly; the Upper Arlington Public Library reference department provides consistently superb service.

I remember researching the history of a building at 2468 Northwest Blvd. [that currently is a Crimson Cup Coffee Shop and previously had been a Caribou Coffee]. I had remembered that building having been a Sohio gas station many years ago and had been wondering when that building had been built and when that building had become a Sohio gas station.

I contacted the Upper Arlington Public Library reference department with my question; several hours later, they e-mailed to me a scanned image from a 1948 Sanborn Fire Insurance Map and a scanned image from the minutes of a 6-17-1940 meeting of the Village [now city] of Upper Arlington Commission.

These two documents had corroborated my recollection that that building had been a Sohio gas station and also had told me when that building had been built.

If you are having difficulty finding the information that you need, I strongly recommend contacting the Upper Arlington Public Library...

Tremont

Tucked on a corner, quiet and bright, Tremont Library hums with light. A haven of books, a world so wide, Where pages turn and stories glide.

The librarians, gentle, patient, and kind, Guiding each seeker with knowledge refined. A whispered suggestion, a knowing glance, Helping lost readers find their chance.

Near the door, the playground stands, With swings so short, yet filled with demands. Children leap, some swing too high, While laughter and tumbles color the sky.

Inside, where weekend mornings glow, The children’s nook puts on a show. Parents scatter—some lost in screens, While little feet chase make-believe dreams.

Some watch closely, step by step, Ready to catch, correct, protect. Others drift, barely aware, As chaos brews in plastic chairs.

A spectrum of care, a study in roles, Parenting styles like unwritten scrolls. Yet amid it all, the books still wait, With patient stories to captivate.

And in the back, the book sale calls, Stacked high on tables, lined on walls. Pages of past and futures to hold, For just a dollar—a bargain in gold.

Tremont Library, steady and true, A place for stories, old and new. A place to read, to watch, to see, A quiet lens...

We had the most wonderful experience at the library recently! My son and I visited for a morning of learning and play, and it was truly heartwarming. While I was I teach a new student how to read in English, and the library's quiet, welcoming atmosphere made it the perfect setting for our lesson. The staff was incredibly supportive and made sure we had everything we needed for a successful session.

Meanwhile, my 9-month-old had a blast playing with other kids, and it was such a joy to watch him interact with other little ones. The library’s children’s area was lively, yet peaceful—perfect for toddlers and babies. My son also enjoyed interacting with the grandparents who were there, and it felt like a true community space where people of all ages could come together.

The staff went above and beyond, making us feel right at home. They even checked in with us to make sure we were comfortable and had everything we needed. Overall, it was an enriching experience for both learning and socializing, and we left feeling uplifted and connected to the community. I’m so grateful for such a welcoming and inclusive...