Women in Science for Young Readers
Read about women in science and their many accomplishments this Women's History Month!
O Canada Week: Uncover the Rich Tapestry of Canadian History and Culture
Ah, spring. When a young person's fancy lightly turns to thoughts of... Canada.
Women, Bicycles and Bloomers…Oh My! How Recreation Sparked a Revolution
While owning a bicycle may seem like a common rite of passage today, in the late 19th century and early 20th century it was considered a symbol of the “New Woman.”
O Canada Week: Canadians We Love
Check out these great books on our favorite Canadians as we celebrate O Canada Week!
Keeping Hope Alive: Jesse Jackson, 1941-2026
He marched at Selma. He could tell you how to get to Sesame Street. And he was. Somebody.
Happy 100th Birthday to Black History Month
Founded exactly 100 years ago, Black History Month was never designed to constrain attention within a limited 28-day span, but rather to drill down on a fundamental history that should otherwise be studied all year long.
Black History Picture Books
Experience Black History through illustrated picture books. Here are 15 titles highlighting historical events as well as people and their accomplishments.
The Fight for Civil Rights: 20 Books to Learn About the Civil Rights Movement
In January, we celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. This list compiles historical fiction which brings to life stories about fighting for civil rights and nonfiction books that help educate about civil rights.
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!
It Happened in December
Though they occurred during a span of almost 200 years, the month of December marks the anniversary of many important moments in history.
Celebrating National Native American Heritage Month
Start your Native American Heritage Month strong by expanding your knowledge of Native American cultures and history with these books!
The Gales of November: the 50th anniversary of the Edmund Fitzgerald
The 50th anniversary of the sinking of the Edmund Fitzgerald is this November 10th. Here are the top 20 titles we have on the Fitz and other Great Lakes shipwrecks.
Golden Age Hollywood: The Era of Elegance and Style
The Hollywood studio system made everything—and everyone—look beautiful and happy. If only real life (then or now) could match that!
Renaming the Forgotten! Can You Help Us Identify These People?
We have 20 images of unidentified people within our Local History collection. Can you help us identify these people?
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.
Ready for the Genealogy Fair? Check out works featuring our speakers
Check out these works by our Genealogy Fair speakers. We are so excited to welcome them to Main Library!
15 Books Featuring Afro-Latino Authors and Characters for Latinx and Hispanic Heritage Month
Here are some great books featuring Afro-Latino authors and characters.
Cunning Capers: True Stories of Infamous Heists
Here are the almost unbelievable stories of greed and obsession, driving people to attempt outrageous thefts. These are also the stories of the clever men and women charged with catching them.
Work It: Labor Day and the Jaw-Dropping History of American Workers
As you prepare to mark the unofficial end of summer this Labor Day, take a moment to reflect on the historical events that led to the creation of the holiday with these books.
Periodicals: the Family History Researcher’s Unbelievably Valuable Tools
If you're researching your family, genealogical and historical journals are your friends.
Prepare for Back to School by Studying the History of Toledo High Schools
Summer's almost over and it's once again time for pencils and books. Here's your chance to learn more about the buildings where the educating happens.
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.
Celebrate International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples
The United Nations has declared Aug. 9 as International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples. What better time to turn to the library and learn about Indigenous peoples from all over the globe!
10 Weird and Wild West Books
Here are some of the least traditional Westerns found in our collection — full of fiends, magic, mysticism, and nightmares.
Discover Your Unique Roots with these Incredible Works
Resources to help you discover your unique roots and the people who helped make you who you are!
10 Books About Queer History to Read During Toledo Pride Month
The nonfiction books featured in this blog post are thoroughly researched or are first-hand accounts, and will expand your knowledge of queer history.
4,000 Year-Old Babylonian Tablets: On Display Now at Main Library
Check out these 10 resources to learn more about ancient Babylon.
Discover Nature in Toledo’s Beautiful Parks and Metroparks
To highlight the incredible parks within our community, the Local History Department has pulled out some artifacts of the Toledo Metroparks and city parks.
Invented in the USA
If you've had an idea to solve a common problem, you’ll appreciate the lengths these American inventors took to make their ideas into reality.
Stars, Stripes, and Storytime
Celebrate the Fourth of July with this handpicked list of children’s books that brings the spirit of independence to life.
10 Survival Guides You Didn’t Know You Needed
Everybody loves a good how-to book. Here are ten with lessons that hopefully you'll never actually need to draw upon.
12 Books That Aren’t So Small Things: What To Read for Blink-182 Day
Did you know there is a Blink-182 Day? There really is a holiday for everything.
Revolutionary or Loyalist: Which Side Were My Ancestors On?
Patriot or loyalist? If your ancestor resided in the Americas during the Revolutionary War, chances are they chose a side. Discover which side with these resources.
Lit for Liberation: A YA Juneteenth Reading List
Discover powerful YA books that celebrate Black culture, creativity, and freedom in honor of Juneteenth.
All About Juneteenth: Books for Children
Learn more about Juneteenth, the United States's newest federal holiday, with these children's books.
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.
Immigrant Heritage Month
In honor of Immigrant Heritage Month, here are books for youth that center around immigration stories.
Memorial Day Reads for Kids
Here are five titles for children that honor the United States and our fallen soldiers. Have a meaningful Memorial Day.
Malcolm X Celebrates 100 Years This Year
Human rights champion Malcolm X commemorates his 100th birthday this year.
10 Titles to Learn More About Pope Francis (1936-2025) and the Catholic Church
Pope Francis recently died. Here are some intriguing titles to get you more informed about the religious leader and the church he served.
10 Books about the American Revolution for Young Readers
On April 19, 1775, "the shot heard around the world" marked the beginning of the American Revolutionary War. Read what happened 250 years ago in these 10 books for young readers that led to the birth of the United States.
Mapping Toledo’s Changing Neighborhoods
In the 1930’s, the jobless rate in Toledo was nearly 80% and citizens across the city were feeling the effects of the Great Depression. Social surveys and maps tell the tale.
The Best Comics for Vietnam War Veterans Day
We may be a half century removed, but the Vietnam War still looms large over American History. We’ve picked some must-read comics about the war and the people whose lived it changed forever.
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.
Fun Books to Identify Your Treasured Collectibles
Older collectibles books are great places to find pictures of unusual items that can be difficult to find online where image searching can be hit-or-miss. We try to keep a selection on a variety of collectible themes, and they can also be fun ways to see and remember old toys or things you had as a child. Take a look!
Comfort Food Rewind: Ultimate Nostalgic Cookbooks to Savor
Vintage recipes are making a comeback! Here are the best nostalgia cookbooks in the collection for a yummy walk down memory lane.
10 Fiction and Nonfiction Books About LGBTQIA+ Women Who Changed History
What a better way to celebrate queer women than a list of great reads. Join us in celebrating by picking up one of these titles!
Annie Oakley: American Sharpshooter and Ohio Folk Heroine
Annie Oakley did not throw away her shot, rising to fame as an exceptional sharpshooter in Buffalo Bill's Wild West Show.
Celebrating the Incomparable Billie Holiday: Lady Day’s Legacy in Books and Media
Billie Holiday or “Lady Day” had a unique voice and distinctive style that made her loved by fans and other jazz musicians alike.
Enjoy the Magic of London in These Must-Read Urban Fantasy Novels
The history, beauty, and dark whimsy of the city of London make it a perfect setting for some of the best urban fantasy novels. Here's a list of favorites to try.
Faithful Servitude: Noliwe Rooks on Mary McCleod Bethune and 3 Other Books on the African American Icon
“If Ms. Bethune can get her foot in the door, she will open it open for another generation of black women to get through.” - Eleanor Roosevelt.
9 Books About the Tulsa Race Massacre for Black History Month
A list of books and media about the Tulsa Race Massacre and history of the Greenwood District, also known as Black Wall Street.
100 Years of Sleeping Car Porters
For nearly 100 years, sleeping car porters prevailed in service and style when it came to providing railroad luxuries to working class individuals
Best Books 2024: Women’s History
Best Books 2024: Women's History
Uncommon Knowledge: The Funniest Weird Trivia Books You Didn’t Know You Needed
Pub trivia nights are all the rage these days. Here are some great, fun trivia books from which to pull some great content, or just to amuse and enlighten you!
Top 10 Books on the Creative Pulse of Street Fashion
Street fashion is the venue for the bravest among us to show their personal style and possibly start a whole new trend. Here are the best photography books capturing these amazing people in action.
Remembering 100 Years of Former President Jimmy Carter
Jimmy Carter had a short presidency and a long post-presidency, and his stubborn sense of values profoundly informed them both.
Chillax with the Best Books on Pop Culture Life in the 1990s
It's always fun to look back at pop culture from the decades and wonder what the heck we were thinking at the time. Here's a great list of titles on the 1990s sure to make you nostalgic if you were there, or puzzled and amused if you weren't. As if!!
Totally Tubular Books about Pop Culture Life in the 1980s
Living in the 1980s was truly the end of an innocent era when we could take the phone off the hook or just go outside and be completely unreachable by anyone. Seriously: people would dial our number (which they either had to already know or get from something called a phone book), get no answer or a "busy signal" (look it up) and they'd think, "Gosh, I'll just have to call back later." It was AWESOME. Here are some great books on other bizarro aspects of life during that amazing era.
10 Titles To Read and Watch After Seeing ‘Wicked’
You just saw 'Wicked.' Now what?
Kwanzaa and the Meaning of Unity
Satisfy your thirst for cultural exploration by learning about Kwanzaa.
Jive Turkeys Everywhere: Best Books on Life in the 1970s
The 1970s bridged the hippie/New Frontier 1960s to the Shoulder-padded/New Wave 1980s.
15 Ways to Wrap Up James Baldwin’s Centenary
This was the year of James Baldwin's 100th birthday, and the fire next time isn't candles on a cake.
Native American Heritage Month
November is Native American Heritage Month. Check out these children's books to celebrate!
10 Books Written by Women Celebrating National Native American Heritage Month
Observe National Native American Heritage by reading about the Indigenous experience from the female point of view.
5 Titles That Shred: Honoring the Legacy of Pioneering Skateboarder Patti McGee, 1945-2024
Skateboarding recently lost one of its original heroes, the first professional female skateboarder, Patti McGee.
10 Books about Elections, Voting, and How Our Government Works
Voting is fundamental to how our nation works and is the cornerstone of democracy. Here are 10 books at varying levels for kids to be introduced to how voting works and how our elected officials operate once in office.
5 Books to Read for 25 Years Since the Debut of Google
The company that formerly held the motto of "Don't be evil" is turning 25.
5 Books to Celebrate 210 Years of ‘The Star-Spangled Banner’
It's been 210 years of people having an opinion about how well a celebrity sang a song before a football and/or baseball game.
Beyond ‘The Women’: Must-Read Books for Fans of Kristin Hannah
"Women can be war heroes, too" - While you're waiting for "The Women" by Kristin Hannah or if you want read-alikes, try one of these great titles with strong women in wartime themes.
9 Books to Better Understand Gerrymandering and Redistricting
If you've ever wondered why your congressional district is shaped so weird, these are the books for you.
Imagining a Brighter Tomorrow: The Best Solarpunk Fiction to Read Now
Solarpunk is a literary genre that envisions a sustainable future interconnected with nature and community. I want to live in this future, how about you?
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.
9 Books (and 1 Film) to Celebrate Women in Hip-Hop
From pioneering figures like Queen Latifah and MC Lyte to contemporary stars like Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion, female rappers have broken barriers and expanded the genre's boundaries.
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.
Toledo’s Water Crisis, Ten Years Later
Water is a building block of life on earth. So why does it keep trying to kill us?
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.
Dive into the Olympics: Best Books to Get Ready for the Summer Games
The Olympics bring so many great things together - athletic excellence, international fellowship, and so many amazing stories of how the athletes got there at all. Here are some great books to get into the spirit of the games.
5 Books to Mark 220 Years Since the Alexander Hamilton-Aaron Burr Duel
A long time ago two politicians tried to solve their differences with a duel, which maybe wasn't the best of ideas.
5 Photography Books For Discovering Our World and Beyond
Explore these photography books to help you discover our planet (and beyond!)
5 Great Books About Disability Pride
Five nonfiction titles for Disability Pride month with five star reviews from the real people that enjoyed them.
Commemorating Juneteenth
Juneteenth celebrates the official date, June 19th 1865, when all slaves in Confederate states were officially freed. It has become America's second Independence Day holdiay, and we've gathered some great books to learn about this important day.
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.
D-Day for Young Readers
The 80th anniversary of the Normandy Landings is June 6th. Here are 10 books for curious minds to learn more about it and the war in general.
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 Incredible Real Life Mysteries
May is National Mystery Month! Learn about incredible heists, mysterious places, disappearances, and unexpected discoveries with these books.
Processing Civil War Papers: Who Gets To Tell The Story?
How do we understand a person's identity in historical documents? Often, it depends on who is doing the storytelling.
10 Books Exploring Multiracial AAPI Identity
A call to celebrate your mixed heritage!
5 Books for the Stanley Cup Playoffs (the Hockey One, Not the Drinkware)
We now live in a world where we must distinguish between the ultimate prize in ice hockey and a popular insulated cup.
Happy 75th Birthday, NATO
The North Atlantic Treaty Organization was born 75 years ago. It’s kind of like an exclusive country club only without the annual dues. And with tanks instead of golf carts.
Celebrate Jane Goodall’s 90th Birthday with These Knowledge-Filled Titles
It's Jane Goodall's 90th birthday, and let's make sure it's not just chimpanzees who show up to her party.
Page-Turning Paris: 10 Book Recommendations to Celebrate 135 Years of the Eiffel Tower
Paris beckons with its timeless allure as we celebrate the 135th anniversary of the Eiffel Tower.
Learn About Nuclear Energy, 45 Years After Three Mile Island
The 45th anniversary of the Three Mile Island accident serves as a poignant reminder of the complexities, challenges, and potential associated with nuclear energy.
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.
11 Fantastic Historical Novels to Read Now
If history is your thing, try one of these great historical fiction titles!
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.
Get Your Irish On for St. Patrick’s Day
No matter where you're from, everyone is a little bit Irish. What better way to celebrate than by diving into a great book or film celebrating Irish culture?
Trail Blazing Women
10 amazing books for kids about women explorers, adventurers, and pioneers in their fields.
Celebrate Women’s History
Read about accomplishments of women and girls from around the world in these literary works.
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!
9 Books to Reflect on 20 Years of Being Facebook Friends
It's been 20 years since we became Facebook friends and you still haven't liked any of my posts.
5 Ways to Commemorate the Summer of Soul
In 1969, over the course of six Sundays the Harlem Cultural Festival was born. Filling Harlem with the mighty sounds of Mahalia Jackson, Stevie Wonder, Nina Simone, Sly and The Family Stone, and Gladys Knight and the Pips just to name a few.
You Never Forget Your First Folio: How William Shakespeare Invented Books
Shakespeare invented a lot of things, including, apparently, book culture. Thou art welcome, BookTok.
5 Books About Baseball and Japan to Put Shohei Ohtani, Baseball’s $700 Million Man, into Context
Baseball, Japan, the United States, and superstar Shohei Ohtani have just become a bit more entwined.
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."
5 Books to Help Understand the Impact of Henry Kissinger
The former Secretary of State is dead at 100.
Amazing Aviators
It's National Aviation Month. Check out these interesting reads.
Top 10 Essential Alan Moore Comics in Honor of His 70th Birthday
Celebrate one of the most influential comic book writers of all time with some of his classic stories (and maybe a few deep cuts).
Going to Toledo Comic Arts Festival on Saturday November 4? Here’s Everything You Need to Know
The first ever Toledo Comic Arts Festival is happening (Th) Nov. 2 (online) and (Sa) Nov. 4, 2023 at Main Library. Here's everything you need to know before you go.
Young Adult Books to Inspire and Prepare First Time Voters
Celebrate National Voter Education Week and High School Voter Registration Week by helping young adults and first time voters get ready to vote.
14 Feminist Reads to Get You Started with Being a Feminist Ally
New to feminism? Or just want to know more about the topic? Check out this must-read list of 14 feminist titles from our Steinem Sisters Collection!
5 Books on the Importance of Voting
Celebrate National Voter Registration Day by checking out books on the history of voting and the Library’s new voter resource page.
Top Secret! Five Incredible Books About Spies
Five middle-grade spy reads that are incredible and intriguing.
10 Books That Showcase the Gift of Written Letters
World Letter Writing Day is September 1. Honor the art of written correspondence with these books of personal letters and stories.
Five Books to Honor And Celebrate Labor Day
On Labor Day, we honor the significant contributions of workers and the achievements of organized labor.
5 Important Books About the Climate Change Reality to Read Now
Learn about climate change through understanding, empathy, and action.
Floating in a Most Peculiar Way: 10 Books, 5 Songs and 5 Movies to Celebrate the Birthday of NASA
Sixty-five years ago, NASA was born. Its legacy includes Tang, that weird astronaut ice cream, David Bowie's career, and a whole lot more.
3 Books About How Art Tatum Became a Legendary Jazz Musician
Toledo born jazz virtuoso, master solo pianist and improvisational provocateur Art Tatum was a renowned 20th century musician. Discover these 3 books to learn more about him for Disability Pride Month!
10 Books to Help You Understand the Russian Invasion of Ukraine
The Russian invasion of Ukraine has significantly impacted the geopolitical landscape. Here are books to help you better understand what's happening.
175th Anniversary of the Seneca Falls Women’s Rights Convention
On July 19, 1848, American women gathered in Seneca Falls to launch a fight for their rights, dignity, and equality of opportunity. 175 years later, the conversation continues.
10 Fascinating Books to Better Understand the Supreme Court
Oyez! Oyez! Oyez! All persons having business before the Honorable, the Supreme Court of the United States, are admonished to draw near and give their attention, for the Court is now sitting.
10 Adventure Books to Get You Ready for Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny
It's time for hidden tombs, lost cities, and cursed relics that somebody wants to put into a museum, or obtain so they can have immortality.
African Americans in the Civil War
This Juneteenth, check out 5 kids books that focus on African Americans who fought in the Civil War.
Elevating Immigrant Stories with Picture Books
June is Immigrant Heritage Month, enriching our collective national self through the stories we share.
History of Crayons
Crayons have been around for a long time! Here are some great titles featuring crayons and their history.
On International Museum Day, Visit One of the Toledo Area’s Fine Museums
Some of the world's finest museums are closer than you think!
5 “Great” Books on Catherine the Great to Read after Watching “The Great”
Catherine the Great is back on TV, which is pretty impressive considering she died in 1796.
R.I.P. MTV News (1987-2023): Headbanging the Headlines
For years, MTV News told the youth of America what was happening to the nation, to the world, and to Jamiroquai. But now it's gone. Tabitha Soren, we hardly knew ye.
10 Books to Increase Your Civic-Mindedness
Civics is the study of the basic rights and responsibilities of a country’s citizens. It covers everything from voting in elections to showing up for jury duty.
5 Titles To Help You Learn More About Queen Charlotte
Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story debuts May 4 on Netflix. These titles will help you learn more about the Queen and her relationship with King George III.
Down to Crown: 20 Movies About Royalty to Celebrate the Coronation
The UK has a new king. Between you and me, though, the royals in these movies are more fun.
5 Books About Tetris, Possibly the Greatest Video Game of All Time
Like after good round of Tetris, you'll close your eyes at night and see a series of falling blocks while you fall asleep after reading this.
5 Amazing Picture Books About Women Scientists
From digging up ichthyosaurus bones to laser eye surgery, check out these fascinating picture book biographies about pioneering women in their field of science.
10 Book To Help You Learn About Black History And Black Resistance
Book suggestions about Black Resistance, the 2023 Black History Month theme.
5 Titles to Celebrate 60 Years Since The Beatles’ First US Single
Odds are you've probably heard at least one song by The Beatles. Now it's time to read a book about them.
This Presidents’ Day, Maybe Read Some Books About, You Know…Presidents?
This Presidents' Day might be a good opportunity to learn about some Presidents.
5 Books to Better Understand UFOs
There seem to be a lot of things flying around the sky these days. Let's make some sense of it.
Celebrate Rosa Parks, An American Civil Rights Activist
Books and celebrations highlighting Rosa Parks Day, February 4.
What Were the 1990s Like?: Everything You Need to Know
With That 90s Show hitting Netflix, it's time to brush up on Trolls, Beanie Babies, Seattle grunge, Bill Clinton, Windows 95, and more.
Civil Rights Day: 20 Books About Leaders in the Pursuit for Equality
Learn more about the fight for Civil Rights through the lens of those who led the charge.
10 Books to Read to Learn About Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
A selection of books to aid in learning about and honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Celebrating Non-Religions: Books to Help You Understand Agnosticism, Atheism, and More
As the Library celebrates world religions this December, it's also pertinent to recognizes those that don't adhere to any particular faith.
Celebrating World Religions: Books to Help You Understand Sikhism
Learn about Sikhism with these interesting books.
Best Books to Give as Gifts: Nonfiction Titles
A selection of nonfiction titles that will make great gifts.
Celebrating World Religions: Books to Help You Understand Hinduism
With over 1 billion followers, Hinduism is one of the world's largest religions. Hinduism also has a large number of deities, and these books can help you understand this religion.
Celebrating World Religions: Books to Help You Understand Taoism
Part philosophy, part religion, Taoism (or Daoism) emphasizes living in harmony with the Tao (the Way). These books help explain.
Celebrating World Religions: Books to Help You Understand Islam
With an estimated 1.8 billion followers, Islam is the world's second largest religion and is growing. These books can help you understand about the religion and its people.
Celebrating World Religions: Books to Help You Understand Judaism
The Jewish faith and Jewish people are rich with history and tradition. Learn more about both with these books.
Celebrating World Religions: Books to Help You Understand Christianity
Christianity is one of the most practiced religions worldwide. These books can help you learn about its history.
Understanding the Terms Latino, Latinx, Hispanic, and More
A very, very brief introduction to Latino, Latinx, Hispanic, and more.
5 Really Great Dinosaur Books for Adults
Who says dinosaurs are only interesting for kiddos? Check out these recent books on dinos for adults!
5 Books to Read for Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Indigenous People's Day.
Toledo’s Black History in Scrapbooks
Two scrapbooks in the Local History and Genealogy Department tell the story of Toledo’s Black community.
Honoring the Toledo Troopers – The Winningest Team In Pro Football History
Thanks to a generous donation from retired Bowling Green professor and photographer Ronald J. Jacomini, our Toledo Troopers Collection is growing again!
15 Graphic Novels to Help Understand Immigrant Stories
Check out this list of graphic novels featuring immigrant and refugee stories!
10 Picture Books About Immigration and Belonging to Celebrate Welcoming Week
These books are full of stories to help you understand the successes, struggles, and journeys of immigrants past, present, and future.
5 Ways to Catch Up on the Writing of Barbara Ehrenreich
Barbara Ehrenreich made her mark immersing herself in the daily lives of the overlooked. That passion never went away.
10 Books to Read When Visiting the Library’s 45,000 Quilt Exhibit
The 45,000 Quilt is a work of art which brings together the vision of 60 immigrant justice activists and artists from 12 states and Oaxaca, Mexico.
Stefani’s Top 15 Books for Toledo Pride
Interested in LGBTQIA+ literature? Whether you are looking for your next great read or information, this list is for you!
15 Really Long Books About American History
Beach read season is over; pick one of these hefty books to inaugurate fall doorstop season, which is a totally real thing I just made up.
15 Historical Fiction Novels About Life in 19th Century America
History is stranger than fiction. With these books, you can have both.
10 Books About American History You Should Probably Read
We’re all part of a present that has been built upon past events. As the adage goes, “those who do not learn history are doomed to repeat it,” here are books about the American past.
Celebrating 150 Years of Paul Laurence Dunbar
Happy Birthday, Dunbar!
9 Books to Read If You Like Better Call Saul
The Breaking Bad saga is wrapping up with the final season of Better Call Saul. If you're looking to recapture the edge of your seat twists and turns that show provides, these are the books for you.
Local History Resources at Main Library and a Prominent Toledo Dog
The Toledo Library proudly displays three paintings featuring the customary topic of renowned Toledoan artist, Edmund Henry Osthaus. Get the inside story of the painting of “Laddie,” displayed in the Local History Department.
