40 years ago, Marvel brought together their biggest heroes into one book and changed comics forever. In honor of Secret Wars, check out these 10 exceptional superhero crossovers.
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Tech Shelf The 2023 Lucas County Digital Equity Gap Analysis survey, commissioned by the Library and conducted by BGSU's Center for Regional Development,
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Do you have Marvel fatigue? Try these heroes instead.
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Get ready for the Flash’s first solo movie with these 10 great comics featuring the Scarlet Speedster.
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Crayons have been around for a long time! Here are some great titles featuring crayons and their history.
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LOOK OUT TOLEDO! Here come the community leaders of the future by Terri Carroll, Director of Communications Today’s youth have gone through a
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BRINGING THE COMMUNITY TO THE LIBRARYby Allison Fiscus, Adult Services CoordinatorInternet access – food availability – vaccine appointments – test kits – support for students
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The Toledo Library proudly displays three paintings featuring the customary topic of renowned Toledoan artist, Edmund Henry Osthaus. Get the inside story of the painting of “Laddie,” displayed in the Local History Department.
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The late Stephen Sondheim was such a prolific juggernaut, a newcomer may not know where to start with his musical output. The Library can help with that.
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We’re bringing our small business and nonprofit know-how to Library locations throughout Lucas County.
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To keep our Library safe and welcoming, we ask all Library visitors to read and follow rules and guidelines.
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We are the fifth largest library system in Ohio and offer a wide variety of services as well as excellent employment opportunities. Full time and part time positions are offered.
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Check out these comics by some of our favorite Latinx creators!
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A variety of reading recommendations hand picked by the Fact & Fiction librarians.
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Are you missing live music because of COVID? Check out the music on Freegal.
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Merriam-Webster defines resilience as “an ability to recover from or adjust easily to misfortune or change.” This is not an ability we typically associate with young
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National Poetry Month is the largest literary celebration in the world, with tens of millions of readers, students, K-12 teachers, librarians, booksellers, literary events curators, publishers, bloggers, and, of course, poets marking poetry’s important place in our culture and our lives every April.
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Be proud of our Ohio heritage. Research the lives of famous and noteworthy Ohioans from the past to present times
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Whether it’s banging on a pan or plastic tub to hear the sound or dancing enthusiastically to toddler tunes, music has the potential to engage children in fun and unique ways. Music may even help reduce stress and alleviate boredom, which is something we all need from time to time.
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EVERY CHILD DESERVES A FULL BOOKSHELF The Toledo Library’s partnership with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library expands access to books for every child in
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During Black History Months, we are reminded of the countless ways African Americans have contributed to visual arts, music, film, and fashion, among other creative endeavors. Like jazz, comic books are a truly American artform whose influence showcases the talent of countless Black creators. While comics have had a frustrating history with diversity and representation, the number of Black authors, illustrators, inkers, letterers, and colorists who have contributed to the medium is extensive and ever-increasing. By no means an exhaustive list, hopefully these books provide a starting point for those hoping to delve into the diverse world of comics created by African Americans.
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In the Fact and Fiction department at the Main Library we field a variety of questions. Every day brings new inquiries from people doing
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Even in the best of times change is difficult, and libraries must continually change to stay relevant. The Toledo Lucas County Public Library used key points from William Bridges’ Managing Transitions: Making the Most of Change (4th edition, 2016) as a means by which to lead the library system during a year of massive change in 2018-2019.
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Arm yourself with the ability to stop sensational, misleading, false news in its tracks. Find the tools and learn the skills employed by the most trusted fact checkers. Be more prepared than ever to not be misled this election season.
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As with any political conversation, it is important to consider the ways in which the past informs the present. Read further to explore how the disputed 1876 election of 19th U.S. President Rutherford B. Hayes may provide insight into our current moment and take a look into the voting resources available to you at our library and in our community.
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Are you overwhelmed with the number of resources to help your students learn? Let the Library help! Using trusted resources and expert knowledge, our resourceful librarians have gathered a collection of credible and reliable resources – both electronic and books on Shakespeare, specifically for High School learners.
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Are you overwhelmed with the number of resources to help your students learn? Let the Library help! Check out these trusted resources on the Holocaust, selected by our knowledgeable librarians for high school learners.
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Are you overwhelmed with the number of resources to help your students learn? Let the Library help! Using trusted resources and expert knowledge, our resourceful librarians have gathered a collection of credible and reliable resources – both electronic and books on 9/11, specifically for High School learners.
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Learn how to apply proven SEO techniques to improve your online presence.
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Learn more about SEO to increase the traffic to your blog or website.
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What was life like eight decades ago at the Locke Branch? Surprisingly similar to what it's like today!
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Now available for use at home with your Toledo Library card, Ancestry.com is a great tool to use when researching your family tree.
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Are you looking for funding opportunities for your nonprofit agency? Is your nonprofit helping those affected by COVID-19? The Toledo Lucas County Public Library can help!
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New and old classics will sharpen any home cook’s knife skills
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Library is among community partners that want to ensure your health and safety.
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TLCPL among only a few systems nationwide to house this role.
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Another Toledo Public Schools yearbook collection, Bowsher’s Apogee, is now available online at Ohio Memory.
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New funding will improve Library's outreach.
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Enhancements to the Library's website allow for searching across digital collections, browsing by time period and exploring a map full of rich content.
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The grant will allow Maumee Branch to bring a Comic Book Club to two local middle schools.
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The guide helped me dismantle the faucet and find the small parts that needed replacing. And yes, I did spray water in my face cartoonishly, but only once!
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Extensive project blends architectural updates with Main Library highlights.
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Did you know we are in the midst of a massive Keanuaissance? If you are a fan of the John Wick series we have a lot of reading and viewing suggestions you are gonna love.
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Forget the New Years Resolutions! No matter what time of year it might be, each day is a new opportunity to make realistic changes in our lives and feel better for it.
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The Library and Metroparks are great community resources that enrich the quality of life in the communities in which they serve.
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Holidays can bring a lot of anxiety and even sadness into many people's lives. Here are some resources that can help. Topics include coping strategies, mindfulness, stress management, self-acceptance, meditation and more.
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Biographies, autobiographies, essays and memoirs from famous and not so famous, but very interesting people sharing intimate details of their lives.
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Reading to your baby from the start leads to positive long-term benefits including cognitive, language and social skills.
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These fun picture books will induce giggles in your preschooler. And don't be surprised if they ask you to read them multiple times.
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Create artsy, personalized gifts for your family and friends all year-round.
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A selection of humorous novels focusing on family relationships along with tips on finding a good book.
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What does the headline in that article really mean? This blog post is about finding information that is factual and true.
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The Library is proud to partner with Foundation Steel offering technology and language training in order to strengthen the local workforce - and so far, it's produced highly successful results!
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Small-Space Gardening is an activity everyone can enjoy with just a little creativity! With specialized small-space garden kits available commercially at local home stores for do-it-yourselfers, this can be done in even the smallest spaces with some ingenuity.
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Research with TLCPL is now easier then ever before! By utilizing our research option on the homepage, library users can explore a world of databases that offer appropriate, scholarly resources fit for use in class assignments.
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Learn more about the Paleo diet and explore a variety of cookbooks from Paleo basics, to cuisine for the discerning foodie.
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Explore a selection of books filled with danger, action and suspense with an intellectual edge.
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Explore ways to use DPLA to affordably decorate your home.
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Celebrate a few lesser known holidays and enjoy a selection of good books this summer.
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Fans of Terry Pratchett and Neil Gaiman take note! Dark, clever stories with great characters, compelling plots and a wry appreciation for the weird have been gathered for your consumption.
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Keeping your exercise routine interesting year-round can be challenging. Continue reading to explore creative fitness options.
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Did you know that the Toledo Lucas County Public Library hosts a Caldecott Read-in? This year marks the 44th and TLCPL has correctly predicted the winner several times!
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In preparation for the upcoming Women’s March on Washington on January 21st, we’re highlighting some must-read books for the modern feminist.
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Have you ever tried making your own ice cream at home? Continue reading for some sweet summer inspiration.
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At the Kent Branch Library, we do our children's programs a bit different from most other branches. We allow any age 0-18, we do not have registration, and children come in late and leave early. So, when the Make U Mobile Art Labs were offered to Kent, I knew it would be interesting.
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