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Toledo Library Remembers Longtime Supporter Jim Appold
Posted about 28 days ago 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.
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Toledo Library Offers Drop Boxes at Four Locations for Donating Masks
Posted about 1 month ago by Library News
The Toledo Library is accepting mask donations for Promedica. Learn more about this initiative as well as how to make masks to donate or for yourself and your loved ones.
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With Books at Home, Your Next Book Group Meets Online
Posted about 1 month ago by Library News
Toledo Lucas County Public Library continues supporting readers and connections.
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Library’s 3D Printers Create Face Shield Supplies for Local Healthcare Providers
Posted about 1 month ago by Library News
TLCPL assists local medical professionals as they fight the coronavirus epidemic.
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Library Can Bridge the Gap for Nonprofit Resources
Posted about 1 month ago 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!
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Online Learning for Adults & Teens
Posted about 1 month ago by Library News
While you're at home, spend time learning online with the help of your Library!
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Online Learning for Families & Kids
Posted about 1 month ago by Library News
While you're at home, spend time learning as a family or encourage your children to learn online with the help of your Library!
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Macmillan Drops eBook Embargo After Libraries’ Protest
Posted about 1 month ago by Library News
Revised policy allows TLCPL to ensure greater digital access.
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Downloadable, Streaming Fun for Adults and Teens
Posted 2 months ago by Library News
Use Library resources to make the most of your time at home!
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Downloadable, Streaming Fun for Families and Kids
Posted 2 months ago by Library News
Use Library resources to make the most of your time at home!
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Consider Trusted Resources in Times of Uncertainty
Posted 2 months ago by Library News
Library is among community partners that want to ensure your health and safety.
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Reaching the Hard to Count
Posted 3 months ago by Library News
Libraries contract census specialists with the goal of improving self-response rates.
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Maumee Branch Hosts Experts for Self-Defense Class
Posted 3 months ago by Library News
Free class educates on individual safety.
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With Library Resources, Census Coordinator Aims for Complete Count
Posted 3 months ago by Library News
TLCPL among only a few systems nationwide to house this role.
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Library Bringing United Way 2-1-1 Service Directly to Customers
Posted 3 months ago by Library News
Main Library and Heatherdowns Branch to Host Monthly Assistance.
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50 Years Later, Library Merger Strengthens Lucas County Service
Posted 3 months ago by Library News
How a merger unified three area library systems.
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Curating a Nancy Drew Collection
Posted 4 months ago by Library News
The donor of the Jennifer Fisher Nancy Drew Collection establishes a site to inspire and reminisce.
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Entrepreneur to Discuss Push for Toy Industry Diversity
Posted 4 months ago by Library News
Yelitsa Jean-Charles presents, “Hustle & Glow: Resourceful Entrepreneurship."
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New Partnership Invites Customers to Explore New Career
Posted 4 months ago by Library News
Through Career Exploration Sessions, the Toledo Library and Owens Community College are ready to kick start your next profession.
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New Main Library Gallery Exhibit is Going to the Birds
Posted 4 months ago by Library News
Exhibit showcases work of acclaimed photographer Stephen Wilkes.
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Join the 2.5 Million Customer Visits to the Toledo Library
Posted 4 months ago by Library News
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!
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Check Us Out 24/7
Posted 4 months ago by Library News
Customers are now able to pick up Library materials 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at certain locations!
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As Co-working Increases, Library Provides Space and Expertise
Posted 4 months ago by Library News
Collaborative work areas are a Library fixture.
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Spend Your New Year – At the Library
Posted 5 months ago by Library News
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!
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Urban Libraries Council Honors Toledo Library for Workforce and Development Innovations
Posted 7 months ago by Library News
Toledo Library earned recognition during the 2019 ULC Innovations event.
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