How to Stay Busy in Retirement: Local Veteran and Retired Nurse Carolyn Nagy ‘Does Something About It’
From setting up a 400 bed hospital in Saudi Arabia to leading a nonprofit program meeting the needs of women veterans, Carolyn Nagy's career - and now retirement - has been guided by the deep desire to 'do something about it.'
10 Books to Help Begin Your Family History Journey
Begin to discover your fascinating history with the library's expansive genealogy resources.
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.
15 Mud Hens Objects to Celebrate a New Baseball Season
Are you ready for the new baseball season? Explore these items while you wait!
10 Remarkable Stories of Women in Toledo
Amazing women can be found all over the world, in every country, state, city, and small town. Some women go on to be great entrepreneurs, inventors, artists, writers, and explorers, doing extraordinary things that make
Then and Now: Toledo’s Black-Owned Business Leaders
Stories of Black entrepreneurial success abound within the collections of your Library. Read about Toledo’s Black business pioneers, complete with notes on how these history-makers paved the way for the area Black-owned businesses we enjoy supporting in this current day.
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?
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
100 Years of West Toledo Branch
You may have heard West Toledo Branch is celebrating its 100th anniversary. Read this to drop some historical knowledge at the event (and check out some staff book recommendations too).
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!
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!
Celebrate Jewish American Heritage Month with Digital Library Resources
Celebrating women of the Jewish community in Toledo for Jewish American Heritage Month.
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!
Celebrating 150 Years of Paul Laurence Dunbar
Happy Birthday, Dunbar!
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.
Waite’s yearbooks The Purple and Gold (1915-1974) and The Warrior (1975-2020) Join TLCPL’s Online Yearbook Collection
Morrison R. Waite High School Yearbooks join TLCPL's TPS collection of online editions. High Schools already included are Toledo Central (1899-1914), Scott (1914-2000), Libbey (1924-2010) and Bowsher (1963-017).
Immigrant Heritage Month Story: Andrea De la Roca
We are celebrating #ImmigrantHeritageMonth by sharing Welcome Toledo Lucas County’s letter series that brings to life stories from our local immigrant, refugee, and diverse community members. Hear from Andrea, who came to the United States from Guatemala City in 2001, settling in Napoleon, Ohio.
The Negro Leagues and Fairplay: 100 Years of Moving the Ball Forward
Ever pick up a bat or a mitt. Toledo’s most famous connection to the Negro Leagues was Moses Fleetwood Walker. A catcher who was known to play bare-handed, he made his mark 36 years before the NNL debuted.
Immigrant Heritage Month Story: Houng Dhar
Immigrant Heritage Month gives people across the United States an opportunity to annually explore our country's heritage and celebrate the shared diversity that forms the unique story of America. The letter below is a part of a series that brings to life stories from our immigrant, refugee, and diverse community members who call Toledo and Lucas County, home.
What is Juneteenth?
Are you wondering, “What is Juneteenth?” Juneteenth is a day, a week, and in some areas a month marked with celebrations, guest speakers, picnics, and family gatherings all recognizing the 19th of June as the day of emancipation of enslaved people in Texas.
Immigrant Heritage Month Story: Terwase Ngur
Immigrant Heritage Month gives people across the United States an opportunity to annually explore our country's heritage and celebrate the shared diversity that forms the unique story of America. The letter below is a part of a series that brings to life stories from our immigrant, refugee, and diverse community members who call Toledo and Lucas County, home.
Ohio Biographies resources for High School: (9-12)
Biographies on famous people from Ohio for your next report.
Locals Who Served: Five Unique Stories of Toledo Women Who Served in WWII
Among the hundreds-of-thousands of women that acted in the military during World War II, our very own Toledo had veterans of its own. Read further to learn about five local women who made a difference in the war effort.
Helping You Meet Those Reading Goals
Have you started a reading challenge yet this year? Maybe you need a little inspiration to log a few more books for TLCPL’s Winter Read. Maybe you want to challenge yourself to “read harder” this year. No matter what, the team at Kent Branch has you covered! We have curated a list of challenges to diversify your reads this year, and our staff has provided suggestions of some of their faves to match!
Volunteering for All Ages: How 14 Toledo Girls Found a Way to Help Do Their Part During WWII
The Girls' Activity Friendship Society, a club created by fourteen young girls from Glenwood School in 1943, is not only emblematic of the perseverance by all during the wartime effort, but it also can serve as inspiration to help the Toledo community during current and future hard times. Read more to learn about the GAFS as well as reading suggestions and local volunteer opportunities.
Repeating History: How the Presidential Election of 1876 May Inform the Outcome of the Current Presidential Race
As with any political conversation, it is important to consider the ways in which the past informs the present. Read further to explore how the disputed 1876 election of 19th U.S. President Rutherford B. Hayes may provide insight into our current moment and take a look into the voting resources available to you at our library and in our community.
The Digital Public Library of America
Learn more about a wonderful free resource for finding more ebooks, helpful school resources, improving your genealogy ability, and just exploring what libraries across America have to offer for free.
Locke Library Life in the 1940’s
What was life like eight decades ago at the Locke Branch? Surprisingly similar to what it's like today!
Using Ancestry.com to Find the Good Stuff in Your Family Tree
Now available for use at home with your Toledo Library card, Ancestry.com is a great tool to use when researching your family tree.
Taking in History at Home
Online exhibits document Toledo Women Lawyers History Project and Willow Beach Amusement Park.
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 –
Then-and-Now Photography Challenge, Week 2 of Social Distancing
Safely explore the natural splendor of our community, while taking the opportunity to take a break from your home.
Bowsher’s Apogee Joins Library Online Yearbook Collection
Another Toledo Public Schools yearbook collection, Bowsher’s Apogee, is now available online at Ohio Memory.
50 Years Later, Library Merger Strengthens Lucas County Service
How a merger unified three area library systems.
Connect Your Family Roots This Holiday Season
Toledo Library provides materials for building a family tree.
TPS Students Use Library Research to Honor Fallen Heroes
Students of teacher Joe Boyle recognize area soldiers in special ceremony.
November Then-and-Now Photography Challenge
Learn how Toledo has changed over the years and show off your photography skills!
New Tools Available for Exploring Our History
Enhancements to the Library's website allow for searching across digital collections, browsing by time period and exploring a map full of rich content.
Library Customer Finds, Returns to Family a 101-Year-Old WWI Registration Card
Toledo Library customer recovered the 101-year-old document in a Friends of the Library book purchase.
Exploring Toledo Through Its Architecture
"Architecture of Northwest Ohio," a digital library devoted to sharing and preserving Toledo's rich architectural heritage, hit a milestone of uploading its 100th unique commission.
October Then-and-Now Photography Challenge
Learn how Toledo has changed over the years and show off your photography skills!
“Self-Government is a Natural Right…
The National Citizen and Ballot Box, a suffragette newspaper founded in Toledo in 1876, has been digitized and made available online. This is in continuing celebration of the centennial anniversary of the ratification of the Nineteenth Amendment.
Renovations Preserve Main Library History
Extensive project blends architectural updates with Main Library highlights.
September Then-and-Now Photography Challenge
Learn about the ways Toledo has changed over time and show off your photography skills!
10 Things to Do When You’re New to Toledo
Moving to a new place can be intimidating! Let the Library help you get acclimated to Northwest Ohio.
Samuel Milton “Golden Rule” Jones, Toledo Mayor and Progressive Businessman
Samuel M. Jones is still remembered 100 years later for his tenure as a prominent businessman and mayor in Toledo, Ohio.
Locke Library Life in the 1920’s
What was life like in the nineteen twenties at the Locke Library? Surprisingly similar to today!
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.
Northwest Ohio Wartime Correspondence Digital Exhibit
A new digital exhibit showcasing letters written by Civil War and World War I soldiers to their friends and family back home.
Preserve and Share Precious Family Memories
Find out how the Library can help you make and preserve memories to share with loved ones.
The Night Before Christmas: Public Works of Art With Local Ties
The vault of the Blade Rare Book Room houses a variety of historical objects, including a set of Christmas paintings commissioned by the Public Works Administration Art Project in 1934.
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.
Knowledge Wins: Highlighting TLCPL’s World War I Poster Collection
Exploring the stories behind notable World War I posters in our digital collection.
Haunted House Histories
If you'd like to put together your house's history, put on your detective hat and visit us in the Local History and Genealogy Department at Main Library!
Tracing Your Irish Ancestors
Ever wonder about your ancestors from Ireland, when they came here, if they came here and what they did when they got here?
Making Memories That Last: Low Cost Gift Giving with the Library
Looking for a low cost, yet heartfelt gift for that someone special? Look no further than your Toledo Lucas County Public Library. The tech tools available at King Road, Oregon and West Toledo Branches will help you convert VHS, Super8, Slides and Negatives to a truly memorable gift.
National Day of Listening
The National Day of Listening is an opportunity to sit down to have a face to face conversation - and really listen.
Haunted Midwest Travel for Those Who Dare!
Love to be spooked? Here's a list of Midwest locations to visit this October (and some book recommendations as well)!
Civic Literacy and Your Library
How do you know whether or not the information you have is credible, accurate, or true? We're here to help you make educated and informed decisions before casting your ballot.
Gridiron and Grace: A Look Back at the Toledo Troopers
Explore the history of the Toledo Troopers.
Using Archival Content to Affordably Decorate Your Home
Explore ways to use DPLA to affordably decorate your home.
Historic West Toledo
Our second Preserve Your Personal Story event at the West Toledo Branch, in collaboration with the Eleanor Kahle Senior Center, was a success. We hoped that this program would result in historical information about West Toledo, that we could share, and… it did!
A Tree for You, A Tree for Me – At the Library!
We're talking genealogical research and family trees in this edition of "At the Library!"
