Toledo Lucas County Public Library

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

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

Helen Elizabeth McMaster, 1916 – 2020

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

George Tucker (1942-2020)

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

Where the Crawdads Sing Read-Alikes by Theme

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

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

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

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

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

Toledo Lucas County Public Library continues supporting readers and connections.

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

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

Library Can Bridge the Gap for Nonprofit Resources

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!

Online Learning for Adults & Teens

We are all officially tasked with social distancing in order to prevent the spread of coronavirus. While our 20 locations might be temporarily closed, we’re still open in many ways to our customers –

Online Learning for Families & Kids

We are all officially tasked with social distancing in order to prevent the spread of coronavirus. While our 20 locations might be temporarily closed, we’re still open in many ways to our customers –

Macmillan Drops eBook Embargo After Libraries’ Protest

Revised policy allows TLCPL to ensure greater digital access.

Downloadable, Streaming Fun for Adults and Teens

Use Library resources to make the most of your time at home!

Downloadable, Streaming Fun for Families and Kids

Use Library resources to make the most of your time at home!

Consider Trusted Resources in Times of Uncertainty

Library is among community partners that want to ensure your health and safety.

Reaching the Hard to Count

Libraries contract census specialists with the goal of improving self-response rates.

Maumee Branch Hosts Experts for Self-Defense Class

Free class educates on individual safety.

With Library Resources, Census Coordinator Aims for Complete Count

TLCPL among only a few systems nationwide to house this role.

Library Bringing United Way 2-1-1 Service Directly to Customers

Main Library and Heatherdowns Branch to Host Monthly Assistance.

50 Years Later, Library Merger Strengthens Lucas County Service

How a merger unified three area library systems.

Curating a Nancy Drew Collection

Editor's note: This guest post is by Jennifer Fisher, who contributed the Jennifer Fisher Nancy Drew Collection to Main Library. It was originally published on Fisher’s blog, and is reposted with her permission. The

Entrepreneur to Discuss Push for Toy Industry Diversity

Yelitsa Jean-Charles presents, “Hustle & Glow: Resourceful Entrepreneurship."

New Partnership Invites Customers to Explore New Career

Through Career Exploration Sessions, the Toledo Library and Owens Community College are ready to kick start your next profession.

New Main Library Gallery Exhibit is Going to the Birds

Exhibit showcases work of acclaimed photographer Stephen Wilkes.

Join the 2.5 Million Customer Visits to the Toledo Library

A recent Gallup poll reports that visiting the Library is the most popular cultural activity in the nation - surpassing visits to movie theaters and sporting events!

Check Us Out 24/7

Customers are now able to pick up Library materials 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at certain locations!

As Co-working Increases, Library Provides Space and Expertise

Collaborative work areas are a Library fixture.

Spend Your New Year – At the Library

Happy New Year from your Library! Make 2020 your best year yet by taking advantage of the many resources, materials and programs we offer. We hope to see you often!

Urban Libraries Council Honors Toledo Library for Workforce and Development Innovations

Toledo Library earned recognition during the 2019 ULC Innovations event.

Renovation Complete, Main Library Reopens to Thousands of Customers

Yearlong project brings architectural work and new technology to historic Main Library.

Maumee Branch Awarded Grant to Create Comic Book Club

The grant will allow Maumee Branch to bring a Comic Book Club to two local middle schools.

Renovations Preserve Main Library History

Extensive project blends architectural updates with Main Library highlights.

Creating a Village for 3rd Grade Success

Mott Branch program emphasizes creativity and skills in advance of third grade test.

Macmillan Publishers Further Restricts eBook Access for Libraries

Recently announced lending limit will impose embargo on new Macmillan digital releases.

Jason Kucsma named Toledo Library Director

After a national search, the Board of Trustees has named acting director Jason Kucsma the new Toledo Library Director and Fiscal Officer.

Learn About the Toledo Library’s Bookmobile

Our Bookmobile has been serving the community for more than 80 years! Celebrate National Bookmobile Day by learning a little bit more about this important service.

Toledo Library Shares Its Impact at 2019 Legislative Day

The Toledo Library is one of the many Ohio libraries who participates in Legislative Day – and this year, will proudly share the following information and accomplishments about our system.

Toledo Library Offers English as a Second Language Classes

Learn English by taking part in our ESOL classes, joining our English Language Conversation Club or learn at your pace with Transparent Languages.

West Toledo Branch Manager Recognized for Innovation

West Toledo Branch Manager Andrea Francis was named as one of Library Journal's 2019 Movers and Shakers - Innovators!

Toledo Library Launches Two New Story Sharing Initiatives

The Toledo Lucas County Public Library is launching two new initiatives aimed at capturing the stories of its community through storytelling and photography.

No Fines Equals Better Customer Service

For many families in the Lucas County area, overdue fines can be a real barrier. To improve access and opportunity in the community at large, TLCPL will be eliminating overdue fines effective Jan. 1, 2019.

Great Things Happen When Communities Collaborate

Community resources made possible by people working together in Lucas County.

Playwright Dr. John S. Scott Inducted into Toledoana Collection

Renowned playwright Dr. John S. Scott and his collective works were recently inducted into the Library’s Toledoana Collection, which features works by prominent Toledo and Northwest Ohio authors.

Books Make the Best Gifts: Ideas for Kids, Teens and Adults

Shopping for someone who loves to read this holiday season? Check out our librarian selected list of books that make gifts for all ages!

Girl Scouts to honor Toledo Library’s Rhonda Sewell

The Toledo Lucas County Public Library is proud to announce that its External and Governmental Affairs Manager Rhonda Sewell was named among the Girl Scouts of Western Ohio's 2018 Women of Distinction. Sewell was recognized for her extensive and impactful community work.

Toledo Library Adds Tutor.Com to List of Free Educational Offerings

Tutor.com is the world's largest and highest-rated online tutoring company with a community of more than 3,200 expert tutors and 14 million one-to-one online tutoring sessions served.

Toledo Library Program Gives Customers Device Advice

As part of its continued effort to address the digital divide and provide free technology training to customers, the Toledo Lucas County Public Library (TLCPL) is hosting a series of Device Advice programs this fall.

Toledo Library Takes Services on the Road with New Book Bike

The Toledo Lucas County Public Library (TLCPL) recently added a new vehicle to its list of outreach offerings - the #ToledoBookBike!

Toledo Library Joins Initiative to Help Entrepreneurs

The Toledo Lucas County Public Library is partnering with 11 other public library systems in the U.S. and Canada to explore ways libraries can reach and engage entrepreneurs in their communities — particularly people of color, women, immigrants and veterans.

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