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  • All About Juneteenth: Books for Children

    Learn more about Juneteenth, the United States's newest federal holiday, with these children's books.

  • Immigrant Heritage Month Storyteller: Oscar Correa

    June is Immigrant Heritage Month. We are excited to share stories of community members who have made Toledo and Lucas County home.

  • Pop Open a Good Book This Father’s Day

    Celebrate Father’s Day with charming books that highlight the love, laughs, and special moments shared with Dad.

  • A Taste of the World in 5 Books

    Immigrants to the U.S. bring many things to our community—ideas, hopes, dreams, and delicious food.

  • From Survival To Thriving: Learn Life Skills That Empower You

    So. Many. Things. To. Know! Here are some inspirational books to help you learn clever life hacks.

  • Bold and Brave: Novels With Daring Young Protagonists for Adult Readers

    When life gets you down, these books are great ways to rediscover the hopefulness and resiliency of youth.

  • Take to the Trails

    Get ready to explore the wild on National Trails Day, celebrated June 7!

  • Rewind & Replay: Films Turning 10, 20, and 30 in June 2025

    The latest roundup of movies hitting anniversary milestones in June 2025!

  • Explore a Toledo Hidden Gem: The Old West End Neighborhood

    Explore the magic of Toledo's Old West End neighborhood.

  • Good Reads To Kick off Your Summer

    Kick off your summer with these fun and diverse titles for kids!

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  • Children’s Books to Read for Eid al-Fitr

    Check out these books about Eid al-Fitr, whether you're celebrating or want to learn about the holiday!

  • Picture Books Illustrated by Women

    Celebrate Women's History Month with these picture books and graphic novels illustrated by a woman!

  • 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.

  • Three Databases Every Entrepreneur Should Know

    Building a small business takes time, and sifting through loads of information on the web can be overwhelming to an entrepreneur who is already wearing so many hats. When you need to do research for a new or growing business, why not look to your Library to make things more efficient?

  • Jane Austen Reimagined: Fresh Takes on Pride and Prejudice

    Here is a list of recent remakes of Pride and Prejudice, that will give you a fresh perspective on this timeless and beloved classic.

  • 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

  • Modern Takes on the Golden Age Mystery Novel

    If you enjoy early 20th century golden era detective novels, you'll love these modern versions of classic mystery themes.

  • Frida Kahlo: Artist, Activist, Icon

    Maybe it was because of her penchant for immortalizing herself in self-portraits, but Frida Kahlo is one of the few great painters who has risen to the level of icon.

  • Fun Books to Identify Your Treasured Collectibles

    Older collectibles books are great places to find pictures of unusual items that can be difficult to find online where image searching can be hit-or-miss. We try to keep a selection on a variety of collectible themes, and they can also be fun ways to see and remember old toys or things you had as a child. Take a look!

  • Romantic Reads for St. Patrick’s Day

    Irish eyes are smiling on these must-read romance books!

  • Books for Adults, Teens, and Children with IDD

    National Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) Month is recognized in March. Here are some great books to bring joy to people of all abilities.

  • Comfort Food Rewind: Ultimate Nostalgic Cookbooks to Savor

    Vintage recipes are making a comeback! Here are the best nostalgia cookbooks in the collection for a yummy walk down memory lane.

  • Girl Heroes

    When questioning whether you have the guts, the spirit, or the ambition to accomplish something grand, find inspiration in these 20 books about female heroes.

  • 10 Fiction and Nonfiction Books About LGBTQIA+ Women Who Changed History

    What a better way to celebrate queer women than a list of great reads. Join us in celebrating by picking up one of these titles!

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