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).
8 Comic Characters You Need to Know for Arab American Heritage Month
Need some comic picks for Arab American Heritage Month? We’ve got you covered.
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!
It’s Act Happy Day! Here Are 5 Books About Happiness (and 10 about Toxic Positivity)
Whether you’re in need of some positivity or the very thought makes you recoil in horror, the Library has essential reading for you.
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.
Top 10 Black Comic Book Writers You Need to Read Now
Celebrate the achievements of exceptional Black writers this Black History month with these 10 great comics.
The Curtain Comes Down on Two of Broadway’s Legendary Dancers
No one else could move like them, but plenty wanted to try. Chita Rivera and Hinton Battle were true Broadway originals.
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.
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.
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.
10 Important LGBTQIA+ Superheroes, 45 Years After the First Appearance of Northstar
45 years ago today, Northstar, the first major openly gay superhero, debuted in the pages of Uncanny X-Men. Celebrate this landmark moment with some of the greatest LGBTQIA+ characters from Marvel, DC, and more.
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.
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.
Celebrate National Comic Book Day 2023 with These 12 Must Read Books
It’s National Comic Book Day, so get out your manga, webcomics, graphic novels, zines, or superhero books!
5 Books About Breakfast for People Who Might Not Always Eat Breakfast
If breakfast is less of a meal and more of a quick snack, these books might help you reintroduce the first meal of the day into your life.
12 Exciting Manga Series that Pack a Punch
Here are manga series sink your teeth into.
Farewell, Comics Legend John Romita
Celebrate the legacy of one of comics’ most beloved artists by exploring some of his most enduring works.
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.
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.
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.
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!
Books and Telescopes: We Have the Essentials for Observing the Night Sky
Check out these books and one of our telescopes in celebration of Look Up at the Sky Day.
What Are You Drawing for Draw a Bird Day? These 10 Books Will Help You…Draw a Bird
It’s officially Draw a Bird Day. Celebrate by busting out a pencil and paper and doodling your favorite bird—artistic skill is optional!
10 Video Game Inspired Comics to Prepare for The Super Mario Bros. Movie
Before you see The Super Mario Bros. Movie, check out these other video game adaptations.
5 Memoirs by Latinas to Read this Spring
Read about the triumphs, struggles, and diverse experiences of Latinas.
It’s Master Comics Creator Will Eisner’s Birthday, Here’s What You Need to Read
Celebrate one of comics’ most iconic storytellers by checking out some of his most enduring books.
There are 1,008 Species of Pokémon – Celebrate Them All on National Pokémon Day
Catch ‘em all on National Pokémon Day with these great books.
Check Out These 5 Superhero Comic Creators for Black History Month
Celebrate Black History Month with 5 of superhero comics’ greatest artists and writers.
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.
5 Movies Like Groundhog Day
5 time loop movies to watch over and over...and over.
8 More Punk Rock Hidden Gems on Freegal
Check out 8 more albums, EPs, and singles from the world of punk, emo, riot grrl, and more—all free to stream and download on Freegal.
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!
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.
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.
What Our Book Clubs are Reading
Check out some of our book group picks!
Banned Books Week: Why is Gender Queer the Most Challenged Book?
It's Banned Books Week! Let's learn why Gender Queer by Maia Kobabe is the most challenged book.
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.
Top 5 Books You Should Read So You Can Talk About Salman Rushdie
Novelist Salman Rushdie didn't ask to be a symbol of free expression. But as he recovers in a hospital from a recent attack, maybe reading some of his books is the least we can do.
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.
10 Books to Read If You Love The Bear on Hulu
Can't get enough of Hulu's The Bear? Here are ten foodie books to tide you over until season 2.
9 Best Tim Sale Comics
Celebrate the late Tim Sale with some of his greatest comics.
Pride for Quiet Gays: Great Reads
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).
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 Books with Terrible Hotels
Have you ever listened to friends complaining about a disappointing hotel or a vacation spot? Well, the people in these books have entered the chat.
Explore Your Metroparks
Here are some books to help you get the most out of your favorite Toledo Metropark!
It’s “Officially” Juneteenth!
One of the brightest spots I can remember, for me personally and for our country in the past two years, is June 17, 2021 when Juneteenth was officially made an American holiday.
Listen Up!
Audiobook suggestions based on distraction level, humor, length, and ability to pause.
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!
10 Best Doctor Strange Comics
Excited for Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness? Check out some of the Sorcerer Supreme’s greatest comic book adventures.
All the Stephen Sondheim Musicals You Need to Listen to and See
The late Stephen Sondheim was such a prolific juggernaut, a newcomer may not know where to start with his musical output. The Library can help with that.
Bird is the Word
It's the Biggest Week in American Birding!
