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Blog Category: New Books and Movies
Thanksgiving Movies and TV Shows
Posted about 18 days ago by Eric P
Thanksgiving is a time to count our blessings. And besides family, friends, health, good fortune, coffee and pizza, is there anything we're more thankful for than stuff we can watch on TV?
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Get Personalized Reading Recommendations
Posted 7 months ago by Heather H
Have you heard about the Toledo Library's Book Picks service? Get books picked just for you based on what you love, selected by expert librarians - never by robots.
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Six Degrees of Kevin Bacon - hoopla Edition
Posted 7 months ago by Kelly P
Name any actor and within six movies or TV shows, you should be able to connect the dots from actor to actor, to get to a film with Kevin Bacon in the cast.
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2020 Pulitzer Prize Winners
Posted 7 months ago by Heather H
If you love award-winning books, you'll definitely want to check out this year's Pulitzer Prize winners, several of which are available in eBook or audiobook on OverDrive.
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Check Us Out 24/7
Posted 10 months ago by Library News
Customers are now able to pick up Library materials 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at certain locations!
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Best Reads for Winter 2019/2020
Posted 12 months ago by Amy H
Baby, it’s cold outside, so now’s the perfect opportunity to cuddle up with a great book! And earn an awesome prize!
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15 Amusing Mysteries Designed to Entertain
Posted about 1 year ago by April S
Books that are mysterious, suspenseful, amusing and engaging. The perfect mix of elements for a really enjoyable reading experience.
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Creative Ways to Sneak More Fruits and Veggies into Your Diet
Posted about 1 year ago by April S
Includes fun facts, tips and books on cooking, gardening, juices and smoothies. Everything you need to start integrating more fruits and vegetables into your daily diet.
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What's New in Sports? Spring 2019 Edition
Posted about 1 year ago by Amy H
Incredibly fascinating sports stories.
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Two Librarians, Too Many Books: Squad Goals
Posted about 1 year ago by Allison F
It’s almost summer which means it’s almost peak-reading season which means it’s time for us to yell at each other about all the books there are to read (and for you to sit back and enjoy the show!). Read on for a lightly-edited-for-clarity transcription of our chat on the books about the best squads around.
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10 Books With Delightfully Odd Characters You're Gonna Love
Posted about 1 year ago by April S
Reading recommendations with odd, quirky and likable characters that are designed to delight and entertain.
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Books to Read During Black History Month and Beyond
Posted about 1 year ago by April S
Notable fiction and nonfiction books for adults, teens and children ... to read during Black History Month and beyond.
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25 Gripping Psychological Suspense Novels
Posted about 1 year ago by April S
Enthralling, suspenseful novels that will keep readers interested from start to finish.
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Knitting a Few Good Yarns: Themed Cozy Mysteries
Posted about 1 year ago by April S
Love to crochet, embroider, knit, sew or weave? Then you'll love these great cozy mysteries.
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10 Best Biographies of 2018
Posted about 1 year ago by April S
Biographies, autobiographies, essays and memoirs from famous and not so famous, but very interesting people sharing intimate details of their lives.
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10 Best Business Books of 2018
Posted about 1 year ago by April S
Compelling books on business, capitalism, economics, data mining, leadership and success.
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10 Best Nonfiction Books of 2018
Posted about 1 year ago by April S
True to life stories filled with compelling history, crime, addiction, investigative journalism, essays and so much more.
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10 Best Sci-Fi and Fantasy Books of 2018
Posted about 1 year ago by April S
The science fiction and fantasy novels in this blog post include stories that are compelling, imaginative, richly detailed and thought-provoking.
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10 Best Mysteries and Thrillers of 2018
Posted about 1 year ago by April S
Fans of mysterious and thrilling reads will definitely enjoy these top picks of the year.
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10 Best Fiction Books of 2018
Posted about 1 year ago by April S
So many books, so little time. A short list that includes notable fiction titles from 2018 and lots of "best of the year" lists to explore for further reading.
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Make Your Own Natural Homemade Gifts
Posted about 1 year ago by Amy H
Make your own natural, homemade beauty products and cleansers - they make great gifts too!
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Holiday-Themed Mysteries that are So Good You'll Want to Read Them Year-Round
Posted over 2 years ago by April S
'Tis the season for mysteries ... continue reading to find an extensive selection of holiday-themed mysteries.
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Handmade Holiday Gift Ideas
Posted over 2 years ago by Amy H
The best gifts are the ones we make ourselves. Here are some ideas to get you started....
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Handmade Gift Ideas for People Who Love Crocheting, Knitting and Stitching
Posted over 2 years ago by Amy H
Crochet, knit and sew heartfelt gifts year-round.
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Books Make the Best Gifts: Ideas for Kids, Teens and Adults
Posted over 2 years ago by Library News
Shopping for someone who loves to read this holiday season? Check out our librarian selected list of books that make gifts for all ages!
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