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  • Renaming the Forgotten! Can You Help Us Identify These People?

    We have 20 images of unidentified people within our Local History collection. Can you help us identify these people?

  • Out of the Coffin, Onto the Page

    These books feature vampires in all shapes and sizes, and the people who hunt them.

  • Grandparents: Celebrating Love Across Generations

    Share a story and celebrate grandparents with these picture books that honor the special bond between children and their grandparents.

  • 5 Queer Graphic Novels for Latinx Cultural Heritage Month

    Celebrate Latinx Cultural Heritage Month with these graphic novels that explore the queer part of the community.

  • 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!

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    Witch Hunts: Persecuting the Marginalized

    Witch hunts have never been about facts or evidence, but about fear of the unknown. Join us to discuss the ways women were and are targeted for not fitting into society's ideals of womanhood.

  • 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!

  • Children’s Books that Celebrate All Things Autumn

    Curl up in the crisp air with a cozy sweater and some hot apple cider. It’s time to read about all things fall!

  • 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.

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  • Lit for Liberation: A YA Juneteenth Reading List

    Discover powerful YA books that celebrate Black culture, creativity, and freedom in honor of Juneteenth.

  • 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.

  • 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!

  • Immigrant Heritage Month

    In honor of Immigrant Heritage Month, here are books for youth that center around immigration stories.

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