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Great Comics of 2020
Posted 12/02/20 by Franco V
It's the end of 2020! There are so many great comics and graphic novels to read! Here are some of the best.
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Back on the Road with the Library’s Mobile Services
Posted 09/09/20 by Franco V
The Library's Mobile Services team brings the Library to you through innovative, on-the-go services.
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Root Out Racism
Posted 06/09/20 by Franco V
To be anti-racist, we must understand the history of racial disparities, acknowledge privilege and actively fight against racism.
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Celebrate Blue Week with Olander Parks and the Library
Posted 05/22/20 by Franco V
Celebrate the Oak Openings region of northwest Ohio with the Library and our friends at Olander Parks by learning about the importance of prairie grass and doing an eco-friendly bird feeder craft.
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Books to Get Us Through This
Posted 04/30/20 by Franco V
These eBooks can provide valuable perspective and understanding during the pandemic.
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Great Comics to Get You Through Staying at Home - All Available on hoopla
Posted 04/02/20 by Franco V
Bored with sitting at home? Can’t get through another video game, board game or movie? Try reading comics!
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Books on Tap: The Perfect Mix of Reading and Cold Brews
Posted 01/30/20 by Franco V
Books on Tap is nearly one and a half years old! Here's what we've learned about talking books and brews in some of our favorite local taprooms.
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10 Things to Do When You're New to Toledo
Posted 08/12/19 by Franco V
Moving to a new place can be intimidating! Let the Library help you get acclimated to Northwest Ohio.
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Best Comics of 2019 So Far
Posted 07/01/19 by Franco V
We're halfway through 2019! Let's take a look at some of the best comics and graphic novels published so far this year.
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Mental Health Awareness
Posted 05/01/19 by Franco V
May is Mental Health Month. Here are some ways you can use the Library to support your mental health.
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Is It Time to Quit Social Media?
Posted 03/13/19 by Franco V
Can't put down your smartphone? Social media stressing you out? You might want to consider giving it up.
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Will Eisner Week
Posted 02/25/19 by Franco V
Celebrate Will Eisner Week by reading a graphic novel!
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Online Privacy Tips & Tricks
Posted 02/06/19 by Franco V
What do you know about your online privacy? Here are some books and other resources that might help you maintain privacy online.
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Libraries are for Leisure
Posted 12/22/18 by Franco V
Libraries don't always have to be serious places of quiet study. A lot of what the Library does is about having fun.
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Best Comics and Graphic Novels of 2018
Posted 12/05/18 by Franco V
2018 is heading to a close! It's time to look back on the best comics and graphic novels of the year.
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A Life Examined: Philosophy for Everyday Life
Posted 10/31/18 by Franco V
Philosophy can help you become a better critical thinker, sort through information and live with a sense of meaning. And the Library has resources for all of your philosophical needs!
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13 Horror Comics to Get You in the Halloween Spirit
Posted 10/03/18 by Franco V
Halloween is creeping around the corner. It's time to add these horror comics to your read pile!
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Start a Book Club with Your Partner
Posted 08/28/18 by Franco V
Life gets busy as an adult and there isn't always time to read. Starting a two-person book club with your partner can be a fun way to connect with each other and share the books you love.
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Franco is assistant manager at King Road Branch. He loves reading graphic novels, plays the ukulele and has a bicycle named Flann O'Brien. You can usually find him hanging out with his one-year-old daughter or "maining" as D.Va in Overwatch.
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