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Orono Public Library Questionnaire
General Questions
Prior to the changes brought about by the Covid-19 pandemic, how often did you use the library?
Never
A few times a year
Monthly
Weekly
Daily
How often do your children (12 and under) use the library?
Never
A few times a year
Monthly
Weekly
Daily
N/A
How often do you attend events at the library?
Daily
Weekly
Monthly
Yearly
Never
Do you think the children’s area should be part of the main library area, as it currently is, or would you prefer a separated children’s area?
I like how it is
A separate space would be better
I don't have a preference
How often do your teen-aged children (or you if you are a teen) use the library?
Never
A few times a year
Monthly
Weekly
Daily
N/A
Would you or your children use the library more often if there was a “teen space” that was somewhat separated from the main library area, and contained media and activities geared toward that age group?
It wouldn’t change how much I use it
I would probably use it more
I would definitely use it more
If a separate area for quiet reading / studying were available in the library, how likely would you be to use it?
I wouldn't
I might
I probably would
I definitely would
If a separate space were available, would you consider using the OPL to hold meetings or events (including for your private business)?
I wouldn't
I might
I probably would
I definitely would
If the library had a space for _____________________, I would be more likely to use it on a regular basis. (List as many answers as you’d like -- examples: “3D printers,” “crafting,” “holding a meeting,” “quiet reading or studying,” “meet friends," etc.)
Teen Space
Please select the kinds of features you would be likely to use if they were present in this “teen space.”
Board games / space to play games
Video games
Movie / TV area
Space to meet with your friends
Other
If you said "Other," what other kinds of features would you be likely to use in the teen space?
Children's Area
Are there aspects of the current library and children’s area that make you less able, or less likely, to utilize the library? (One example would be a lack of area to park strollers.)
How desirable would a separate children’s area entrance be?
Not at all desirable
Somewhat desirable
Very desirable
Please write in any other ideas or thoughts you have about the current children’s space, or what you would like to see in a new children’s space.
Small Gathering Spaces
What type of meetings of gatherings (personal or professional) might you want to have at the library if space were available?
Please list any services or capabilities that would be required, such as catering facilities, large television or projection screens, AV requirements, or streaming video capabilities.
Presentation / Event Spaces
What type of events might you want to organize at the library if space were available?
Please list any services or capabilities that would be required.
Other Thoughts
Please write in any ideas you may have that would make you more likely to use the library in the future.
The library planning committee is organizing a series of brain storming sessions.
Discussion at these sessions will focus on some of the principal areas of the library. If you would be interested in participating, please check the appropriate boxes and provide your contact information.
Yes, I would be interested in participating in brainstorming session(s) on
Children's Space
Teen Space
Small Gathering Spaces
Presentation / Event Spaces
Activity Room
Check here if you would like to be added to the Orono Public Library Foundation contact list
Yes, please keep me up to date
Contact Information
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