From Spawn to Spider-Man: 10 Exciting Todd McFarlane Comics
The controversial mind behind Venom and Spawn changed the comic book industry forever.
Women’s History Month Spotlight: 10 Thrilling Action Heroines
Step aside, tough guys.
Once Upon a Time in Hollywood (North): Canada in the Movies
Hooray for Hollywood! I mean: Winnipeg!
We Are the Troopers
View our digital collection of images from the Toledo Troopers, the winningest team in professional football.
10 Exciting Comics You Need for African American Scientist Day
Check out some of the brainiest Black comic characters in S.T.E.M.!
This is her art and it is dangerous: Catherine O’Hara, 1954-2026
When we lost the inspired comic actor Catherine O'Hara, we lost multitudes.
10 Works from the Creator of Batman: The Animated Series for New and Old Fans
Bruce Timm’s vision defined Batman—and animation—for an entire generation.
Celebrate Popeye Day with the Best of the Sailor Man
If seafaring men with a short fuse and an insatiable desire for spinach are up your alley, have we got the comics (and movie) for you.
Read the Book, Watch the Series/Movie
So many wonderful books are being made into films or series these days. Here's a list of where to watch them.
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!
10 Albums You Need to Hear for National Emo Day
Don’t waste your time on other lists, because these songs are already the voice inside your head. Or whatever Tom DeLonge said.
Is it a Holiday Movie?
Are these movies actually holiday movies, or just movies that take place during the holidays?
25 Years On, D’Angelo’s “Voodoo” is a Landmark and a Legend
If you’ve never listened to it. If you have listened to it. "Voodoo" kicked off a new century as a synthesis of things past and a sign of what was to come.
Better Because It’s Better: Tom Stoppard 1937-2025
Award-winning British playwright Tom Stoppard began his career by riffing on Shakespeare and ended it by joining Shakespeare in theater's pantheon of greats.
10 Best X-Men Comics From Its Most Legendary Writer
The godfather of X-Men comics is turning 75. Celebrate legendary author Chris Claremont with some of his most iconic works.
Toy Story Turns 30
Toy Story turns 30 on Nov. 22. Here are 30 books and movies about Toy Story and other stories about toys that come to life.
Harvest the Horror: 10 Terrifying Titles for November
The real horror of harvest time lies in the potential for worms to be found in the food, right? And certainly not in the idea that a poor harvest might lead to starvation, right? Right?
Excited for Predator: Badlands? You Need These 15 Stories
Get your spear, laser cannon, and cloaking device ready. We’ve hunted down the best (and weirdest) Predator media to get you ready for the new film, Badlands.
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!
Embracing the Flop: The Allure of B Movies and Box-Office Poison
Some filmmakers are exquisitely talented artists gifting the world with enduring masterpieces. These books aren't about them.
10 Chapter Books Sent to the Big Screen
Before every great movie, there was a great story. Go from page to screen with this selection of titles!
Holy Toledo! Art Tatum turns 116
On this date in 1909 Art Tatum was born in Toledo, and as a result jazz would never be quite the same. Celebrate by doing something improvisational!
10 Weird Female-Fronted Punk Bands You Need this Halloween
Halloween is quickly approaching, and few things are as essential for setting an appropriate Spooky Season tone like a carefully curated soundtrack of horrors.
10 Essential Sleepy Hollow Retellings
This list features some of the most popular adaptations of The Legend of Sleepy Hollow in our collection.
10 of the Scariest Doubles You Never Want to Meet
Throughout history, there has been a variation on the duplicate, body double, double-walker, spirit double, whatever one may call it. While positive examples of this may exist, most stories I've seen don't have happy endings
The Fall Will Probably Kill Ya: Robert Redford 1936-2025
For cause of death, authorities have yet not ruled out "too good-looking."
10 Eerie Mike Mignola Comics You Need to Read
Celebrate one of the masters of comic book horror with these 10 must-read tales.
Happy Birthday to these Movies Turning 10, 20, and 40 in August 2025!!!
Here is the latest sampling of movies that will be turning 10, 20, and 40 years old this August—and all are available here at the Toledo Lucas County Public Library!
Where to Start? Getting Into Superhero Comics Made Easy
American superhero comics can be overwhelming. Where do new fans even begin? Well, you’re in luck, because we have just the comics for you.
Dear Reader: Check Out These Books That Share a Title with Taylor Swift Songs!
These books all share a title with Taylor Swift lyrics!
Tired of Superhero Movies? Check Out These Comic Documentaries
Instead of another superhero origin or quest to stop a universe-shattering doomsday device, maybe check out these movies about the people behind your favorite film adaptations.
Rewind and Replay: Films Turning 10, 20, and 30 in July 2025
Check out these movies celebrating milestone anniversaries in July!
10 Amazing Fantastic Four Comics to Prepare for “First Steps”
Marvel’s first family is back on the big screen with the highly anticipated Fantastic Four: First Steps. Get ready for this next entry in the MCU by checking out some of the best and most iconic stories from the pages of the comics.
25 Years of X-Men on the Big Screen
Get your Wolverine costume out of storage and dust off your Cyclops visors—one of the most important superhero films of the 21st century is 25 years old, and Professor X needs YOU.
10 Songs from Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 and 4 for New and Old Fans
To add these songs to your playlist, you don’t need to be able pull off a fakie bigspin heelflip or 5-0 tailslide—your library card will more than suffice.
The Best Songs About Superman to Prepare for the New Movie
Superman doesn’t just save the day in comics and movies—he is also the inspiration for some pretty great songs, too.
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.
10 Thrilling Dinosaur Comics for Fans of Jurassic World
Dinosaurs? Comic books? It’s a match made in heaven.
Rachel Recommends: The Summer of Jaws
Just when you thought it was safe to turn 50...
12 Comics to Get You Ready for the Disney+ Live-Action Series Ironheart
Get ready for the Disney+ live-action series 'Ironheart' by reading RiRi Williams’ story through these comics!
Batman Forever, Begins, and The Dark Knight’s Weird History
Dust off your cowl and gather your batarangs because two major Batman cinematic touchstones are celebrating anniversaries this month: Batman Forever is turning 30, while Batman Begins is 20.
10 Obscure Zombie Films in Anticipation of “28 Years Later”
We’re finally getting a sequel to "28 Days Later" and "28 Weeks Later." The only doomsday prep you need though are these zombie movie deep cuts.
Rewind & Replay: Films Turning 10, 20, and 30 in June 2025
The latest roundup of movies hitting anniversary milestones in June 2025!
Movies Turning 20, 25, and 30 in May 2025
See what movies are celebrating milestone anniversaries this month!
10 Places that Validate Your Distrust of the Outdoors
Do you ever wonder if you might have what it takes to survive in the wilderness after an adventure gone wrong? Instead of endangering yourself and the lives of others, might we suggest a
20 Years of Revenge of the Sith (and the Best Star Wars Memes)
Bring balance to the force with these books about one of the best Star Wars movies of all time—they're sure to give you the high ground!
10 Essential Contemporary Queer Asian American Music Artists You Should Know
Looking to enter the dance floor that is the Queer Asian American music scene? Look no further - here are 10 of the most influential artist setting the tempo.
Fury Road At 10: Post-Apocalyptic Comics You Need to Read Now
It feels just like yesterday that we were introduced to “flaming guitar guy.”
Pere Ubu’s David Thomas and Some Other Buckeye Punks
The jury's still out on whether Cleveland actually rocks, but Cleveland's Pere Ubu sure did. And they weren't alone.
10 Essential Thunderbolts Comics for New Fans
One of Marvel’s scrappiest teams is making the jump to the big screen. Check out comics that served as inspiration.
The Best Swamp Thing Comics for Earth Day
Captain Planet isn’t the only superhero who cares about the environment.
Movies Turning 20, 25, 30 in April 2025
Who says that don't make great cinema these days? See what iconic films are celebrating milestone anniversaries this month.
10 Best Stories For Fans Of The Last Of Us
I've said it before and I'll say it again: if, like me, you've been thinking about The Last of Us nearly every day since its release in 2013, my heart goes out to you. If
9 Books (+1 Movie) by and About Queer Arab Americans
Do you need a way to celebrate the contributions of LGBTQIA+ Arab Americans this Arab American Heritage Month? Start with this list of materials you can borrow from the library!
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.
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.
10 Best Comics in Anticipation of “Daredevil: Born Again”
Prepare for Daredevil: Born Again on Disney+ by catching up on some of DD’s greatest comic book escapades.
Blog! From New York! It’s Saturday Night!
"Saturday Night Live" is fifty years old this year, and if you've been paying attention to the media at all you know nobody's more excited about that fact than "Saturday Night Live." Celebrate by brushing off your catchphrases and reading a few cue cards.
10 Essential Sam Wilson Comics to Prepare for Captain America: Brave New World
Captain America is back in the new film, Brave New World, this time with Sam Wilson wearing the red, white, and blue. Before hitting the theaters, check out some of his most exciting comic book adventures.
The Best Spicy (and Mild) Romance Comics for Valentine’s Day
If your comic book TBR list needs more romantic tension, then these picks will heat things up.
It’s Groundhog Day All Over Again, and Again
Celebrate the world's most famous time loop movie by checking out some of these other ones. Or you could just keep reading this blog post over and over again.
The Ultimate G.I. Joe Day Guide: History, Toys, And More
Not even Cobra Commander can stop you from celebrating G.I. Joe Day with this action-packed selection of books, movies, comics, and cartoons. Yo Joe!
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!
Superheroes in the Real World: Alex Ross at 55
Happy birthday to one of comics’ most breathtaking painters.
Remembering the Fluid Lines and Savage Wit of Cartoonist Jules Feiffer
The Pulitzer-winning artist Jules Feiffer bestowed upon the world movies, plays, comics, novels, and children’s books. Which is great and impressive but also, I mean: pick a lane.
Wild at Heart and Weird on Top: Remembering the Visionary David Lynch
David Lynch was a filmmaker, a visionary, and an adjective.
10 Comics to Read Now, 40 Years After “Crisis on Infinite Earths”
There may be an infinite number of universes, but you can find all 10 of these superhero classics in this one.
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!!
Celebrating Rod Serling’s 100th Birthday… in “The Twilight Zone”
You’re traveling through another dimension. That’s a signpost up ahead! Next stop: a Rod Serling blog post.
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 Nontraditional Christmas Comics to Spark Your Holiday Spirit
Had your fill of typical Christmas stories? These comics from off the beaten path are just what Santa ordered.
10 Titles To Read and Watch After Seeing ‘Wicked’
You just saw 'Wicked.' Now what?
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.
Gear Up for Invasion: Essential Mars Attacks Media
Celebrate Red Planet Day with Mars Attacks. Ack, Ack!
The 15 Coldest Movies Ever
There's nothing heartwarming about these fifteen chilly film classics. Don't forget your mittens.
Sensational Venom Comics to Read Before The Last Dance
Everyone’s favorite alien-symbiote-possessed antihero is getting one final movie, and we have the comics to get you ready for it.
8 Comics to Celebrate 40 Years of The Terminator
Read these comics before the evil robots take over in 1997!
Dimming the Lights for Ohio-Born Broadway Star Gavin Creel (1976-2024)
Megawatt performer Gavin Creel leapt from Ohio to Broadway but never discarded his midwestern decency.
Kris Kristofferson Has Shuffled Offerson (1936-2024)
Feelin' good was easy when he sang the blues -- and, as it turns out, also when he did a lot of other things.
10 Cool, Spooky Albums Guaranteed to Creep You Out
It might be time to re-evaluate your Halloween playlist.
10 Cartoons to Celebrate 40 Years of The Transformers
Relive the epic saga of Autobots vs. Decepticons with these must-watch Transformers cartoons spanning four decades.
James Earl Jones Was More Than Just the Voice
Sadly, the only person who could bring enough magnitude and gravitas to announcing the news of James Earl Jones’s death is James Earl Jones.
The Fright Stuff: Top 10 Funny Horror Films
Dark comedy is a great genre for people who are not quite into horror. Here are the top 10 funny horror films/series to entertain, scare a little, and still get to sleep at night.
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.
Love Alien? Top 10 Essential(ish) Films to Prepare for Romulus
Excited for Alien: Romulus? Here’s 10 other sci-fi/horror movies that will feel right at home to fans of being chased by parasitic creatures in deep space.
15 Musical Artists Who Tried Going Country Before “Cowboy Carter”
Beyoncé isn't the first artist to experiment with a detour into country music. She's just the Beyoncé-est.
AI Appreciation Day: 10 Robot Comics to Spark Your Imagination
Need some comics for AI Appreciation Day? Check out these 10 books that were definitely NOT selected by our robot overlords.
Remembering Shelley Duvall
She didn't look like anyone else in the movies and she didn't act like them either. The talented Shelley Duvall, famously of Popeye and The Shining, was a true original.
Forget It, Jake: It’s Robert Towne
Hey! You just wrote Chinatown, which many acclaim as the greatest screenplay of all time – what are you gonna do next? If you’re Robert Towne, you write another one. And another one. Repeat as needed until you’re a Hollywood legend.
New To Wolverine? Start Here: 10 Great Comics from his 50-Year History
Everyone’s favorite angry, claw-wielding mutant antihero just hit the half-century mark. Celebrate 50 years of Wolverine by checking out some of his best comic book appearances.
10 Ways to Celebrate 35 Years of Batman (1989)
It's been 35 years since Batman changed the world.
Beat the Heat with the Best Summer Horror Films
October may lay claim to spooky season, but real scares happen in the summer.
10 Star Wars Books Set During the High Republic for Fans of ‘The Acolyte’
This collection of titles might help as you wait for new episodes of the latest Star Wars show.
15 Must-Listen Punk Albums of the First Half of 2024
We’re halfway through 2024. Let’s look at some of the best albums so far from the world of punk, emo, hardcore, queercore, riot grrl, and more.
10 Hidden Gems to Check Out for Donald Duck Day
Mickey Mouse may be the face of Disney, but Donald will always be the most relatable.
Celebrating 25 Years of Blink-182’s Enema of the State
The album that made Mark, Tom, and Travis into superstars hits the quarter-century mark this week.
10 Comics in Celebration of 45 Years of Alien
One of the greatest sci-fi/horror films is turning 45. Celebrate with these creepy, intense comics from the Alien universe.
From Midnight to Mourning: 25 Dark Books for Goths
World Goth Day is May 22nd, which means we're in for some super fun summer reading/viewing/listening! Re-dye your fading darks and unearth your bleakest makeup, dark times lie ahead.
Remembering Two Behind-the-Scenes Visionaries Who Reshaped Our Culture
Without the transformative contributions of Steve Albini and Roger Corman, music and movies wouldn't be the same, but almost nobody could pick them out of a lineup.
10 TMNT Gems That Will Make You Want to Yell, “Turtle Power!”
Everyone’s favorite adolescent terrapin martial artists are turning 40, and we have an eclectic selection of media spanning their entire history that you have to check out. Cowabunga!
Celebrate May the 4th With These 10 Great Star Wars Comics
May the Force be with you!
Happy Miserable 50th Anniversary to Richard and Linda Thompson’s Influential Debut Album
50 years ago the married rock & roll duo Richard and Linda Thompson released their album "I Want to See the Bright Lights Tonight," and the history of exquisitely rendered musical bummers has never been quite the same since.
What’s Funnier Than 24?
Are you ready kids?! Your favorite sea sponge turns 25! Dive into nautical nonsense in celebration of SpongeBob SquarePants' 25th Anniversary.
10 Amusement Parks That You May or May Not Want to Visit
"There's no reason to be afraid of roller coasters," they said. "It'll be fun!" They said. And now here we are.
To Celebrate the 460th Birthday of Legendary Writer William Shakespeare, We’re Stealing His Stories
At some point in April 1564, William Shakespeare was born. 460 years later, we're still recycling his ideas.
40 Years of The Talking Heads’ Stop Making Sense
In 1984, they revolutionized the concert film with Stop Making Sense. 40 years later, the Talking Heads’ masterpiece is still essential viewing (and listening).
Sibling Synergy: Best Books and Movies About Brothers and Sisters
A sibling relationship is unique in that you can go from being mortal enemies to best friends multiple times in a day. Here are some great viewing ideas to celebrate the joy and pain of having a brother or sister.
If You Like Mean Girls, You’ll Like These
Check out these plots with catty competition--no need to wait for Mean Girls Day. (October 3rd, by the way!)
Intergalactic Reads For Droids, Clones, and Other Fans of “Star Wars: The Bad Batch”
Here are some books that will transport readers to a long time ago, far far away -- specifically, to the early days of Star Wars' Galactic Empire.
10 Sensational Mech Books, 45 Years After Gundam
Mobile Suit Gundam—one of the greatest mech anime of all time—debuted 45 years ago, and we’re celebrating with plenty of giant robot comics and manga. You just need your library card!
10 Comics You Need to Read if You Love X-Men ‘97
The X-Men of the ‘90s are back and better than ever. Check out comics that inspired both X-Men ‘97 and its beloved predecessor from 30 years ago.
From Fear to Eternity: 5 Horror Novels That Deserve Better Movie Adaptations and 5 Chillers Begging to be Adapted
Horror done well is awe-inspiring, thoughtful, and mesmerizing. Horror done poorly is... well, pretty horrible. Here's a list of 5 misfires and 5 great titles that need to be adapted pronto.
Today in Hip Hop History: 40 Years of Run-DMC
Four decades ago, one of the most innovative, influential groups in hip hop made their debut. Since then, music and culture have never been the same.
65 Years Ago, “A Raisin in the Sun” Changed American Theatre
Sixty-five years ago this month, Lorraine Hansberry’s pivotal play A Raisin in the Sun opened on Broadway, and it’s exerted a gravitational pull on American culture ever since.
Who Ya Gonna Call? TLCPL!
In case you're in for spooks, specters, or ghosts-- TLCPL has you covered! Check out our inventory of all things Ghostbusters!
15 Pies From the Library’s Menu to Celebrate Pi Day
Here's a list of fifteen pies you can find on the library shelves. True, you can't actually eat them, but for a few of these that might actually be just as well. I'm looking in your direction, Sweeney Todd.
Dangerous Liaisons on the Upper East Side: 25 Years of Delicious Cruelty
25 years ago, Buffy met Elle Woods in a steamy story by an 18th-century French novelist. The 1990s were weird.
15 Comic Artists to Check Out for Women’s History Month
We wouldn’t have comics without talented women. These 15 artists are among the best.
Big Star’s “Radio City:” A Cult Classic Turns 50 Years Old
Big Star's massively influential but commercially underwhelming album "Radio City" turns 50 years old this month; one way to celebrate is by not being very popular. That’s my plan, anyway.
When the Music (Criticism) Stops: The Demise of Pitchfork
Some say that most critics are frustrated artists. But with the collapse of influential music review outlets like Pitchfork, increasingly critics are just frustrated critics.
5 Books To Celebrate 25 Years of ‘Office Space’
25 years ago, the world learned just how annoying it is to file TPS reports.
70 Years of Waiting: Happy Birthday, Godot
The title character of Samuel Beckett's absurdist classic is 70 years old. But maybe don't wait for him to show up before you cut the cake.
Who Needs Romance? Here are 10 Horror Films for Valentine’s Day
These 10 horror movies show that there’s more to Valentine’s Day than hearts and Cupid.
9 Television Stars Who Left Us in 2023
Television personalities face the threat of cancellation but also enjoy the possibility of immortality through reruns and binge-watching. In that sense, these nine figures will always be with us.
10 Great Green Day Media to Celebrate 30 Years of Dookie
Three decades ago, Green Day released one of the biggest punk albums to ever break into the mainstream. Check out our 10 favorite albums, books, and movies from and about these East Bay pop punk icons.
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.
Spark Your Imagination on National LEGO Day
National LEGO Day is the perfect time to put your imagination to work, and the following books (along with one exceptional film) can help put you in the right mindset.
10 Big Marvel Crossovers, 40 years after Secret Wars
40 years ago, Marvel brought together their biggest heroes into one book and changed comics forever. In honor of Secret Wars, check out these 10 exceptional superhero crossovers.
Celebrating 10 Years of Ms. Marvel with These 10 Great Comics
Kamala Khan, the star of Ms. Marvel and The Marvels, is celebrating 10 years of bringing fun, relatability, and diversity to Marvel Comics. Check out these 10 books, showing plenty of room for more amazing superheroines!
Today in Pop Culture History: Honoring 45 years of Superman: The Movie
The influence Christopher Reeve’s performance in 1978’s Superman: The Movie is still felt today. Take a moment to reflect on its legacy with these 10 Kryptonian-approved books, films, and soundtracks.
Shane MacGowan, the Pogues, and a Christmas Classic
Shane MacGowan and the Pogues gave the world a Christmas song that's bitter, disappointed, grubby, and perfect.
10 Remarkable Punk Bands on the 50th Anniversary of CBGB
The famed punk rock venue CBGB opened 50 years ago this week. Celebrate its legacy with these 10 bands that shaped its iconic early years.
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."
6 Coolest Holiday Songs for People Who Hate Holiday Songs
If you're tired of listening to Mariah Carey's "All I Want for Christmas is You," here are some deep cut alternatives.
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).
5 Books to Read After Watching ‘The Marvels’
Marvel at the 'The Marvels' on the big screen and then immediately read these comics.
Top 10 Must Read Manga (Including Astro Boy) on Osamu Tezuka’s 95th Birthday
Osamu Tezuka is one of the masters of manga. Celebrate his birthday this month by reading some of his greatest works.
10 Classic Horror Movies to Stream for Free on Kanopy this Halloween
Travel back to simpler times with these horror mainstays and cult classics that have helped shape the spooky films we have today.
Rachel Recommends: What to Read and Watch This Autumn
"I'm so glad to live in a world where there are Octobers." - L.M. Montgomery
5 Categories of One-Hit Wonders
National One-Hit Wonder Day happens every year, though when you think about it they probably just should have done it once.
And ACTION: Happy Birthday Film Director Ava DuVernay!
It's director Ava DuVernay's birthday. But what do you get someone who already has an Emmy, an Oscar nomination, and Oprah's phone number?
You Talking to Him? Happy Birthday, Robert De Niro
In his eighty years on this planet, actor Robert De Niro has been more than a hundred different people. Wish a happy birthday to all of them.
Excited for Blue Beetle? Check Out These 6 Awesome Comics
Blue Beetle isn’t exactly a household name, so we got you covered with all the Blue Beetle comics you should read.
10 Main Event Worthy Books and Movies for Wrestling Marks This SummerSlam
SummerSlam, the WWE’s second biggest pay-per-view event of the year, is (Sa) Aug. 5th. You don’t even have to use any elbow drops or powerbombs to check out these insightful books and movies about pro wrestling—just your Library card.
Sinéad O’Connor (1966-2023)
The Irish musician Sinéad O'Connor had one massive hit and a lifetime of influence. Regrettably for those of us who were fans, July 26 was the last day of our acquaintance.
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!
Tired of Marvel and DC? Try these 10 Under the Radar Superhero Movies
Do you have Marvel fatigue? Try these heroes instead.
10 Horror Movies That Will Make You Think
Movies that will make you confounded, confused, and super creeped out.
It’s Barbie’s World and We’re All Just Living in It: 5 Books to Get You Ready for ‘Barbie’
Hop in the pink convertible as we drive out to a pink dream house where we'll talk about all things pink.
Remembering Alan Arkin, an Everyman With a Side of Chaos
The funniest grandpa in Little Miss Sunshine was also the scariest guy in Wait Until Dark and the saddest salesman in Glengarry Glen Ross. Alan Arkin could play almost anyone while always being unmistakably himself.
Let’s. Get Down. To Business. To Rewatch “Mulan.”
Twenty-five years ago this month, Disney's animated movie "Mulan" landed in popular culture with all the force of a great typhoon.
History in the Making: 20 Years of Beyoncé
Twenty years ago, Beyoncé released her first solo album and since then she's worked steadily toward world domination. What have YOU done since 2003?
Rachel Recommends: What to Read and Watch This Summer
Summer breeze makes me feel fine, blowin' through the jasmine in my mind.
Farewell, Comics Legend John Romita
Celebrate the legacy of one of comics’ most beloved artists by exploring some of his most enduring works.
10 Books if You Like the Films of Wes Anderson
Get ready for some super-symmetrical, balanced, and centered camera shots. Oh, and queue the pop classics soundtrack.
Check Out These 15 Great Comics Before Watching Secret Invasion
Your friends and neighbors might be undercover Skrull agents, but you can definitely trust these 15 excellent Marvel comics.
Girls to the Front: 15 Female-Fronted Rock Bands for Your Summer Playlist
Jam out with some of the best women in rock.
Transform and Roll Out with These Transformers Comics
Rise of the Beasts is in theaters, but for the best Transformers stories, you need to check out the comics.
10 Movies to Stream For Free on National Movie Night
June 9 is National Movie Night. Stream one of these movies free with Kanopy or hoopla.
3 Knowledge-Packed FilmToledo Classes for Aspiring Actors and Filmmakers
FilmToledo and the Library present a series of classes aimed at making you a better actor and filmmaker. Also recommended for people who just want to improve their communication skills or get better at making videos on their phone.
Round 1…FIGHT! Or Rather, Read and Watch These Street Fighter Books and Movies
With the sixth installment of Street Fighter upon us, the library has plenty of media to get you ready to fight in the streets...virtually, of course.
10 Best Flash Comics
Get ready for the Flash’s first solo movie with these 10 great comics featuring the Scarlet Speedster.
Blink-182 is Back! Check Out These Pop Punk Classics Before Seeing Them on Tour
So, you thought pop punk died out in the early 2000s? Think again.
Better Than All The Rest: Remembering Tina Turner
From Nutbush to Thunderdome and beyond, superstar Tina Turner put her indelible stamp on American music and American culture.
10 Best Spider-Man Comics
Prepare to once again enter the Spider-Verse with some of our favorite Spidey comics!
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.
One Last Hurrah: Join the Library’s Film Discussion Group Before the End Credits Roll
If you love watching and discussing movies (but referring to them as “films”) and feeling all cool about it, join your Library friends at our online Film Discussion Group one final time!
Feel The Love Tonight (Or Right Now) With These Elton John Titles
Keep the Elton John Farewell Tour going in your life with these books and music CDs.
We’re Halfway to Halloween, So Check Out These 10 Spooky Movies
Spooky season is a still six months away, but why not plan ahead with these stellar scary movies?
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.
Okay, I Believe You: The Art and the Activism of Harry Belafonte
A movie star, a singing sensation, and a major civil rights leader, the late Harry Belafonte accomplished enough to fill several lifetimes.
Get Ready for Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 with These 10 Stellar Comics
Before you see Star-Lord, Groot, Gamora, Drax, and friends return to the big screen, make sure to check out some of their greatest comic book adventures.
Going Back to Rydell High: Grease and the Rise of the Pink Ladies
A 1970s musical set in the 1950s, Grease is a double helping of nostalgia. But a new generation of creators thinks Rydell High and streaming television might go together like rama lama lama ka dinga da dinga dong.
Happy Birthday to the Queen of Tejano Music
Celebrate Selena Quintanilla Pérez’s Birthday with her music.
Fans of Short Films: Join the Library’s Film Discussion Group this April
If you love watching and discussing movies (but referring to them as “films”) and feeling all cool about it, join your Library friends at our online Film Discussion Group!
Happy Happy Happy Birthday, Chaka-Chaka-Chaka Khan
Chaka Khan turns 70 this month, and she’s celebrating like any legendary superstar would: she’s coming to Ohio.
The Chronicles of Lance Reddick
Some actors get typecast as Everyone's Dad. The captivating character actor Lance Reddick was more like Everyone's Lieutenant.
Everything You Need to Read and Watch if You Like John Wick
The John Wick films have melded martial arts and vengeance action into an art form. Here’s what to read and to watch after seeing Wick take down an army of assassins.
The Elephant on the Screen
The classic children’s author and Newbery award winner Kate DiCamillo has another page-to-screen adaptation out while I’m still recovering from Because of Winn-Dixie.
Like Powerful Films and Big Ideas? The Library’s Documentary Discussion Group is for You
Get an insider's look at a Muslim American community that suspects it's been under FBI surveillance.
Prepare for Fury of the Gods with These 6 Shazam! Comics
The follow-up to 2019’s underrated film, Shazam! is upon us. Get in the spirit with these exceptional comics featuring Captain Marvel himself.
10 Movies To Get You Ready To Watch The Academy Awards
10 movie picks that received Oscar Best Picture nominations.
Like Powerful Films and Big Ideas? The Library’s Documentary Discussion Group is for You
Join your sisters in solidarity this March and watch the award winning "She’s Beautiful When She’s Angry", directed by Mary Dore.
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.
Too Munch of a Good Thing: Remembering Richard Belzer
A stand-up comic who got TV-famous pretending to investigate deadly serious crimes, Richard Belzer embraced contradictions.
3 Was the Magic Number
De La Soul, featuring the late David Jolicoeur, so thoroughly reimagined hip hop that their records sounded like transmissions from another reality. Plug Two, over and out.
10 Ant-Man and the Wasp Comics to Prepare for Quantumania
Before you see Quantumania, be sure to check out these 10 stellar adventures from Marvel’s most famous size-variable heroes, Ant-Man and the Wasp.
9 Great Albums (and 1 Great Comic Series) from the First 50 Years of Hip Hop
It's hip hop's golden anniversary and we're about to drop some beats.
I’m Just a Blog, Yes I’m Only a Blog.
Schoolhouse Rock is fifty years old. And if you know what that is, then maybe so are you.
Knock at the Cabin and 10 Creepy Reads
Did you read the novel "Knock at the Cabin" is based on? Did it leave you feeling unsettled, aghast, consumed with despair about human nature? Here are ten books to keep those feelings flowing.
5 Movies Like Groundhog Day
5 time loop movies to watch over and over...and over.
5 Indispensable Tom Verlaine Recordings
Rock guitarist Tom Verlaine didn't sell a ton of records, but the legions of musicians he influenced did.
New Year, New (to You) Movies: Join the Library’s Documentary Film Discussion Group
Looking to try something new? Check out our Documentary Discussion Group! Watch the movie on Kanopy, then join us on Zoom for an engaging discussion about all things film.
Rachel Recommends: What to Read and Watch This Winter
"Winter is the time for comfort, for good food and warmth, for the touch of a friendly hand and for a talk beside the fire: it is time for home." - Edith Sitwell
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.
10 Indie and Arthouse Films to Celebrate Sundance Season
Get ready for the Sundance Film Festival with these 10 great Indie and Arthouse movies!
Don’t Call it a Bad Back: LL Cool J Turns 55
It's LL Cool J's birthday, and we're celebrating in the customary fashion: starting hurricanes; listening to the bass go boom; maybe a little ice cream.
5 Indispensable Jeff Beck Recordings
Play a tune in memory of guitar god Jeff Beck. And play it loud.
All the Cool Stuff Entering the Public Domain in 2023
Cultural Icons Entering the Public Domain in 2023.
“Forget it, Jake. I have Movie Club:” Join the Library’s Film Discussion Group this January
If you love watching and discussing movies (but referring to them as “films”) and feeling all cool about it, join your Library friends at our online Film Discussion Group!
7 Comic Voices That Went Silent in 2022
To lose one comedian in a year may be regarded as a misfortune. To lose seven looks like carelessness.
5 Non-Traditional Christmas Movies
Get into the holiday spirit with these not-so-typical Christmas films.
10 Ways to Try a Little Otis Redding
Fifty-five years ago this month the unparalleled soul singer Otis Redding left us, and we've been loving his music too long to stop now.
8 Best Doom Patrol Comics
Before you watch the fourth season of the TV show, make sure to check out some of our favorite Doom Patrol comics!
“Sorry, I Have Movie Club:” Join the Library’s Film Discussion Group this December
Looking to try something new? Check out our Documentary Discussion Group! Watch the movie on Kanopy, then join us on Zoom for an engaging discussion about all things film.
The Life and Music of Irene Cara
Irene Cara gave the world two of the most famous movie songs of all time. But that's not all.
10 Great Comics to Read Before Seeing Wakanda Forever
Prepare for Wakanda Forever with these great Marvel comics.
8 Punk Rock Hidden Gems on Freegal
Check out these underappreciated albums and EPs from the world of punk, emo, hardcore, and more—all free to stream and download on Freegal!
10 Great Weird Al albums
Prepare for Weird: The Al Yankovic Story with these hilarious albums.
“Sorry, I Have Movie Club:” Join the Library’s Film Discussion Groups
Check out our Film Discussion Group or Documentary Discussion Group for upcoming titles. Watch the movie on Kanopy, then join us on Zoom for an engaging discussion about all things film.
10 Things That Will Put You in the Mood for The Banshees of Inisherin
Irish playwright and filmmaker Martin McDonagh has made a career out of telling stories about (mostly) men behaving (mostly) badly. Here are more titles in that vein.
10 Best Black Adam and Shazam Comics
Excited for the upcoming Black Adam movie? Check out these great comics featuring him and his arch-nemesis, Shazam!
10 Vampire Titles for People Who Still Have Blood
It's spooky season, so read and watch these vampire titles.
10 of the Best Angela Lansbury Movies
Jessica Fletcher, a talking teapot, Sweeney Todd's enterprising neighbor -- Angela Lansbury was different things to different people, but she was always beloved.
10 Ways to Remember Country Music Legend Loretta Lynn
Has any musician ever been as closely identified with one of their song titles as Loretta Lynn? She was a coal miner's daughter and so much more.
15 B-Movie Horror Films for Spooky Season
Wander off the beaten path this Halloween with these 15 B-Movie hidden gems.
7 Books (and Their Movie Adaptations) to Commemorate Ability Awareness Month
There is something exciting about reading a book that has a movie related to the same person and topic. If this is something that excites you, consider diving right into these stories that involve inspiring persons with challenging circumstances.
Rachel Recommends: What You Need to Make Your Fall Season the Coziest
October, baptize me with leaves! swaddle me in corduroy and nurse me with split pea soup. October, tuck tiny candy bars in my pockets and carve my smile into a thousand pumpkins. O autumn! O teakettle! O grace!” Rainbow Rowell, attachments
5 Biographies From The Golden Age of Hollywood
Biographies of stars from 1930’s through the 1960’s, often considered the Golden Age of Hollywood.
So You’ve Discovered Metallica: 10 Metal Albums from the 1980s to Listen to Next
Has Stranger Things brought out your inner metalhead? Check out these classic albums from the ‘80s.
Ten Great Anne Heche Performances
The talented actor Anne Heche gave all she had to every performance, whether she got love from the audience for it or not.
10 Ways to Commemorate the Retirement of Tennis Legend Serena Williams
Tennis superstar Serena Williams is moving on to other things, and the sport may never be the same.
She’s the One That We Want: An Olivia Newton-Blog
The late pop star Olivia Newton-John left her impact on the culture by being more than one person at once.
Five Ways to Remember Late Actress Nichelle Nichols
She left the bridge of the Starship Enterprise only sparingly, but as Lieutenant Uhura, the late Nichelle Nichols beamed herself directly into the American consciousness.
10 Best Thor Comics to Read After Watching Thor: Love and Thunder
Celebrate Thor: Love and Thunder by checking out our favorite comics featuring the God of Thunder.
10 Movies for Fans of Jordan Peele’s Nope
10 movies similar to Nope.
15 Comics for Fans of Sandman
Excited for the new Sandman show? Make sure to check out these comics.
Pride for Quiet Gays: Great Movies
If you find parades and crowds overwhelming, there are still a lot of ways to celebrate Pride! Here are some great ideas for quiet gays (or introverts in general!)
5 Titles to Get Hyped for the Return of The Boys
The Boys is an irreverent, hyper-violent comic book series and TV series that sends up the superhero genre. Here are some comics and movies you should read and see to get hyped.
So You’ve Discovered Kate Bush: 8 Songs and Albums to Listen to Next
Kate Bush is having a moment after being featured in the latest season of Stranger Things. Here's what you need to listen to next!
15 Films from the 1980s to Watch if You Love Stranger Things
Celebrate the return of Stranger Things with 15 classics from the ‘80s.
9 Books For Adults Who Read Harry Potter
Are you an adult muggle looking for a book to read? This is the blog for you!
