Trailblazers: Women Who Changed The Game
The Toledo Library is celebrating Women's History Month with a spotlight on women athletes. Visit your local library to vote for your favorite in our exciting March Madness bracket!
Jane Austen Goes Hollywood
Jane Austen is 250 years old. The Keira Knightley "Pride and Prejudice" is 20 years old. If you're not celebrating right now with some Austen movies then what even are you doing with your life?
Pride and Prejudice and Affectionate Imitation
It is a truth universally acknowledged that if I happen to borrow the plot of "Pride and Prejudice" for my own novel it's not plagiarism—it's homage!
Happy 250th Birthday, Jane Austen!
She was born around the same time as the Declaration of Independence, but Jane Austen's novels about men, women, families, and economics are so fresh and funny they might have been written yesterday.
Witch Hunts: Persecuting the Marginalized
Witch hunts have never been about facts or evidence, but about fear of the unknown. Join us to discuss the ways women were and are targeted for not fitting into society's ideals of womanhood.
Domestic Violence in Our Community: The Northwest Ohio Silent Witness Project
Bethany House presents The Northwest Ohio Silent Witness Project's Unveiling Ceremony at Main Library's McMaster Center on (Tu) Oct. 7 at 6 p.m.
Human Trafficking: Steinem Sisters Collection Talking Circle
The Steinem Sisters Collection will host a Talking Circle at Oregon Library on (Tu) Aug. 12 at 6:30 p.m. on human trafficking. Anna Schramm of the Human Trafficking and Social Justice Institute will start our discussion of how human trafficking affects our country, state and community.
A Taste of the World in 5 Books
Immigrants to the U.S. bring many things to our community—ideas, hopes, dreams, and delicious food.
Frida Kahlo: Artist, Activist, Icon
Maybe it was because of her penchant for immortalizing herself in self-portraits, but Frida Kahlo is one of the few great painters who has risen to the level of icon.
Best Books 2024: Women’s History
Best Books 2024: Women's History
3 Friends to Lovers Titles That Prove Love and Friendship Belong Together
Our first-ever Romance-Con (featuring Abby Jimenez!!) is happening on Nov. 2, and we want you to be part of the fun!
3 Monster Romance Writers at Romance-Con on November 2 at Main Library!
Our first-ever Romance-Con (featuring Abby Jimenez!!) is happening on Nov. 2, and we want you to be part of the fun!
Sports Romance Writers at Romance-Con, November 2 at Main Library!
Our first-ever Romance-Con (featuring Abby Jimenez!!) is happening on Nov. 2, and we want you to be part of the fun!
Stuck Together: 6 Romance Novels Dealing with Forced Proximity
Our first-ever Romance-Con (featuring Abby Jimenez!!) is happening on Nov. 2, and we want you to be part of the fun!
5 Forbidden Love Titles from Romance-Con (Nov. 2 at Main Library) Authors!
Our first-ever Romance-Con (featuring Abby Jimenez!!) is happening on Nov. 2, and we want you to be part of the fun!
9 Enemies to Lovers Titles That You Will Love to Hate!
Our first-ever Romance-Con (featuring Abby Jimenez!!) is happening on Nov. 2, and we want you to be part of the fun!
Magic, and Witches, and Shifters, Oh My! 4 Paranormal Romance Writers at Romance-Con, November 2 at Main Library!
Our first-ever Romance-Con (featuring Abby Jimenez!!) is happening on Nov. 2, and we want you to be part of the fun!
5 Books to Grow Your Environmental Feminist Journey
Local environmental and spiritual leader, Rev. Aaron Baughman, continues our discussion of Feminism and the Environment that will continue at the Sylvania Branch on (Tu) August 20 at 6 p.m.
4 Titles to Continue Your Environmental Feminist Journey
Local environmental leader, Dana Reising, continues our discussion of Feminism and the Environment that will continue at the Sylvania Branch on (Tu) August 20 at 6 p.m.
5 Titles to Start Your Environmental Feminist Journey
Local environmental activist, Angie Fitzpatrick, kicks off our discussion of Feminism and the Environment that will continue at the Sylvania Branch on (Tu) August 20 at 6 p.m. Local sustainability advocates will lead a discussion on their journeys to sustainability and what women in Lucas County can do to help.
8 Titles to Pursue Your Reproductive Justice Journey: An Interview with a Local Feminist and Nurse Practitioner in Obstetrics and Gynecology
Our conversation on Reproductive Justice continues with local feminist and obstetrics and gynecology nurse practitioner Bri Bumbaugh. Join us for a discussion at the Steinem Sisters Collection Talking Circle on Reproductive Justice on Thursday, June 20 at 6:30 p.m. at the Maumee Library.
5 Titles to Continue Your Reproductive Justice Journey: An Interview with a Local Feminist and OB/GYN
Our conversation on Reproductive Justice continues with local feminist and OB/GYN Jackie Vannuyen. Join us for a discussion at the Steinem Sisters Collection Talking Circle on Reproductive Justice on Thursday, June 20 at 6:30 p.m. at the Maumee Library.
7 Titles to Start Your Reproductive Justice Journey: An Interview with a Local Feminist, Midwife, Educator, and Public Health Practitioner
Local midwife and owner of Solace Health and Wellness of Toledo, Erin Martin answers our questions about Reproductive Justice and issues in our area around reproductive health. Join us for a discussion at the Steinem Sisters Collection Talking Circle on Reproductive Justice on Thursday, June 20 at 6:30 pm at the Maumee Library.
10 Books Celebrating Amazing Asian-American and Pacific Islander Women
Enjoy these titles about influential Asian American and Pacific Islander women in US history.
6 Titles for Your Feminist Journey: An Interview with a Toledo Feminist
Celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Steinem Sisters Collection (and Gloria Steinem's 90th birthday!) in interviews with local feminists! Our final interview features local feminist Mechelle Zarou.
6 Titles to Build a Feminist Leader: An Interview with a Steinem Sisters Feminist
Celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Steinem Sisters Collection (and Gloria Steinem's 90th birthday!) in interviews with local feminists! Our third interview features local feminist and managing director of Women of Toledo, Nina Corder.
6 Titles to Grow Your Feminist Philosophy: An Interview with a Steinem Sisters Feminist
Celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Steinem Sisters Collection (and Gloria Steinem's 90th birthday!) in interviews with local feminists! Our second interview features Steinem Sisters Advisory Board member Ayla.
Top 8 Titles to Celebrate International Women’s Day
March 8 is International Women's Day. Learn about influential women from around the world with these titles.
7 Books to Launch Your Feminist Journey: An Interview with a Steinem Sisters Feminist
Celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Steinem Sisters Collection (and Gloria Steinem's 90th birthday!) in interviews with local feminists!
The First: Remembering Sandra Day O’Connor with 5 Books
"Sandra Day O'Connor blazed an historic trail as our nation's first female justice," Chief Justice John Roberts said in a statement. "She met that challenge with undaunted determination, indisputable ability, and engaging candor."
15 Titles to Combat Violence Against Women
International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women was November 25. These titles lean on personal experience, statistics, and work being done by women worldwide to end this crisis.
9 Important Books to Combat Sexual Harassment in the Workplace
The Library's Steinem Sisters Collection is hosting a panel discussion with the authors of On Drowning Rats on Tuesday, October 3 at 7 p.m. at Main Library. The authors will discuss their book and how you can combat sexual harassment at your job.
