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Learn About the Asian and Pacific Islander Experience - Teen Reading List

Posted 04/21/21 by Library News

The list below is a great starting point to learn more about the Asian and Pacific Islander experience for the teen audience.

Learn about the Asian and Pacific Islander Experience - Adult Reading List

Posted 04/16/21 by Library News

Through this variety of stories, many walks of life and experiences are represented, and all highlight the cultural diversity amongst Asian and Pacific Islander authors.

Helen Elizabeth McMaster, 1916 - 2020

Posted 06/22/20 by Library News

TLCPL remembers one of the community's kindest, most altruistic voices, Helen E. McMaster.

George Tucker (1942-2020)

Posted 06/22/20 by Library News

TLCPL remembers great northwest Ohio labor leader and justice advocate George Tucker.

Where the Crawdads Sing Read-Alikes by Theme

Posted 06/17/20 by Library News

Since finishing Where the Crawdads Sing, I've scoured the internet looking for an exact replica story to fill the void. As a result, I've put together my own read-alikes - breaking it down into pivotal aspects of the novel.

Welcome TLC is now Housed at the Library

Posted 06/16/20 by Library News

The Welcome TLC initiative works to build a more welcoming and inclusive community for immigrants, refugees, and people of diverse cultures that supports a vibrant civic, economic, and social fabric for all. See how Welcome TLC’s mission fits in with the Library’s institutional values, by reading about the initiative’s origins and transition to the Library.

Celebrate Immigrant Heritage Month with Welcome TLC

Posted 06/15/20 by Library News

Since 2016, Welcome Toledo-Lucas County (TLC) has annually celebrated Immigrant Heritage Month, held in June and organized by national partner, Forward.us to give people across the United States an opportunity to explore their own heritage and celebrate the shared diversity of America. Join us in a virtual book discussion, hear from immigrant story tellers and see how our community has celebrated.

Toledo Library Remembers Longtime Supporter Jim Appold

Posted 04/27/20 by Library News

The Toledo Lucas County Public Library is truly grateful for Jim (and the Appold family)'s support over the years. The impact of his life will be felt for generations to come.

Community donates more than 12,000 masks

Posted 04/20/20 by Library News

Thanks to the overwhelming community response, more than 12,400 masks were sewn and donated at four Library drop boxes.

With Books at Home, Your Next Book Group Meets Online

Posted 04/16/20 by Library News

Toledo Lucas County Public Library continues supporting readers and connections.

Library’s 3D Printers Create Face Shield Supplies for Local Healthcare Providers

Posted 04/10/20 by Library News

TLCPL assists local medical professionals as they fight the coronavirus epidemic.

Library Can Bridge the Gap for Nonprofit Resources

Posted 04/07/20 by Library News

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!