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Reaching the Hard to Count
Posted 3 months ago by Library News
Libraries contract census specialists with the goal of improving self-response rates.
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Maumee Branch Hosts Experts for Self-Defense Class
Posted 3 months ago by Library News
Free class educates on individual safety.
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With Library Resources, Census Coordinator Aims for Complete Count
Posted 3 months ago by Library News
TLCPL among only a few systems nationwide to house this role.
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Rachel Recommends: Winter 2020 Edition
Posted 3 months ago by Rachel S
"Winter is not a season, it's an occupation." ~Sinclair Lewis
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Library Bringing United Way 2-1-1 Service Directly to Customers
Posted 3 months ago by Library News
Main Library and Heatherdowns Branch to Host Monthly Assistance.
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Bowsher's Apogee Joins Library Online Yearbook Collection
Posted 3 months ago by Gayle H
Another Toledo Public Schools yearbook collection, Bowsher’s Apogee, is now available online at Ohio Memory.
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'What Does the Library Mean to You?'
Posted 3 months ago by Ryan Dunn
In their own words, Main Library customers describe the value of the Library.
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Serving with Compassionate Empathy
Posted 3 months ago by Melissa J
How empathy plays a vital role in Library services.
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50 Years Later, Library Merger Strengthens Lucas County Service
Posted 4 months ago by Library News
How a merger unified three area library systems.
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Curating a Nancy Drew Collection
Posted 4 months ago by Library News
The donor of the Jennifer Fisher Nancy Drew Collection establishes a site to inspire and reminisce.
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Entrepreneur to Discuss Push for Toy Industry Diversity
Posted 4 months ago by Library News
Yelitsa Jean-Charles presents, “Hustle & Glow: Resourceful Entrepreneurship."
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New Partnership Invites Customers to Explore New Career
Posted 4 months ago by Library News
Through Career Exploration Sessions, the Toledo Library and Owens Community College are ready to kick start your next profession.
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Celebrating Black History
Posted 4 months ago by Colleen M
Black History Month puts a spotlight on African American history and accomplishments as a people and culture.
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Books on Tap: The Perfect Mix of Reading and Cold Brews
Posted 4 months ago by Franco V
Books on Tap is nearly one and a half years old! Here's what we've learned about talking books and brews in some of our favorite local taprooms.
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New Main Library Gallery Exhibit is Going to the Birds
Posted 4 months ago by Library News
Exhibit showcases work of acclaimed photographer Stephen Wilkes.
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Join the 2.5 Million Customer Visits to the Toledo Library
Posted 4 months ago by Library News
A recent Gallup poll reports that visiting the Library is the most popular cultural activity in the nation - surpassing visits to movie theaters and sporting events!
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Check Us Out 24/7
Posted 4 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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As Co-working Increases, Library Provides Space and Expertise
Posted 4 months ago by Library News
Collaborative work areas are a Library fixture.
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Sylvania Branch is Home Studio for Local Musicians
Posted 4 months ago by Ryan Dunn
Free studio time cuts costs when creating records.
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'What Does the Library Mean to You?'
Posted 4 months ago by Ryan Dunn
In their own words, Sylvania Branch customers describe the value of the Library.
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Library Seeking Leader for Migrant Farm Worker Grant
Posted 4 months ago by Ryan Dunn
New funding will improve Library's outreach.
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New Library Work Space Serves Entrepreneurs and Organizations
Posted 5 months ago by Ryan Dunn
Healthcare data company first to occupy Main Library space.
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Library Empowers Foster Parents as Need Grows
Posted 5 months ago by Ryan Dunn
Number of children in state system expected to reach 20,000 this year.
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Finding Solitude in a Tokyo Library
Posted 5 months ago by Ryan Dunn
The commonalities of a library thousands of miles from home.
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Spend Your New Year – At the Library
Posted 5 months ago by Library News
Happy New Year from your Library! Make 2020 your best year yet by taking advantage of the many resources, materials and programs we offer. We hope to see you often!
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