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  • Periodicals: the Family History Researcher’s Unbelievably Valuable Tools

    If you're researching your family, genealogical and historical journals are your friends.

  • Prepare for Back to School by Studying the History of Toledo High Schools

    Summer's almost over and it's once again time for pencils and books. Here's your chance to learn more about the buildings where the educating happens.

  • Where to Start? Getting Into Superhero Comics Made Easy

    American superhero comics can be overwhelming. Where do new fans even begin? Well, you’re in luck, because we have just the comics for you.

  • Human Trafficking: Steinem Sisters Collection Talking Circle

    The Steinem Sisters Collection will host a Talking Circle at Oregon Library on (Tu) Aug. 12 at 6:30 p.m. on human trafficking. Anna Schramm of the Human Trafficking and Social Justice Institute will start our discussion of how human trafficking affects our country, state and community.

  • Celebrate International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples

    The United Nations has declared Aug. 9 as International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples. What better time to turn to the library and learn about Indigenous peoples from all over the globe!

  • 10 Weird and Wild West Books

    Here are some of the least traditional Westerns found in our collection — full of fiends, magic, mysticism, and nightmares.

  • Middle Grade Horror

    Dive into the delightfully dreadful with these spine-tingling reads for 3rd-6th grade.

  • Discover Your Unique Roots with these Incredible Works

    Resources to help you discover your unique roots and the people who helped make you who you are!

  • 10 Books About Queer History to Read During Toledo Pride Month

    The nonfiction books featured in this blog post are thoroughly researched or are first-hand accounts, and will expand your knowledge of queer history.

  • Counting the Days to School!

    Practice counting with your little one in preparation for school. Try reading and listening to the story first, then discuss the math topics.

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  • 10 Weird and Wild West Books

    Here are some of the least traditional Westerns found in our collection — full of fiends, magic, mysticism, and nightmares.

  • Middle Grade Horror

    Dive into the delightfully dreadful with these spine-tingling reads for 3rd-6th grade.

  • Discover Your Unique Roots with these Incredible Works

    Resources to help you discover your unique roots and the people who helped make you who you are!

  • 10 Books About Queer History to Read During Toledo Pride Month

    The nonfiction books featured in this blog post are thoroughly researched or are first-hand accounts, and will expand your knowledge of queer history.

  • Counting the Days to School!

    Practice counting with your little one in preparation for school. Try reading and listening to the story first, then discuss the math topics.

  • Celebrating National Sisters Day!

    National Sisters Day, celebrated Aug. 3, is a perfect time to read about sisters! Dive into these stories of sisters to celebrate the unique relationship and bond between them!

  • Dear Reader: Check Out These Books That Share a Title with Taylor Swift Songs!

    These books all share a title with Taylor Swift lyrics!

  • For Black August, Try Reading a Nigerian Novelist

    This Black August, read one (or all) of these important books by Nigerian authors.

  • How Professionals Define Wellness and 7 Ways to Improve Yours

    This National Wellness Month, the Toledo Library’s Small Business and Nonprofit team reached out to health wellness entrepreneurs to learn what wellness means to them. Read on to hear from Tami Heiss, Krissy Kountouris, Dr. Dinisha Paul, and Juanita Duran Pettaway, LISW.

  • The Art of the Chase: Top 10 Must-Read On-the-Run Thrillers

    Just in time for some beach reading, here are 10 of the best pursuit thrillers to get your adrenaline pumping.

  • Ready for Jeepfest? Discover Toledo and Jeep’s Rich History With These 12 Historic Images

    Discover the connection between Jeep and Toledo for JeepFest.

  • Tired of Superhero Movies? Check Out These Comic Documentaries

    Instead of another superhero origin or quest to stop a universe-shattering doomsday device, maybe check out these movies about the people behind your favorite film adaptations.

  • Ultimate Thrills for the Fearless: Cedar Point Spotlight

    You must be at least this tall to ride this blog post.

  • 4,000 Year-Old Babylonian Tablets: On Display Now at Main Library

    Check out these 10 resources to learn more about ancient Babylon.

  • Discover Nature in Toledo’s Beautiful Parks and Metroparks

    To highlight the incredible parks within our community, the Local History Department has pulled out some artifacts of the Toledo Metroparks and city parks.

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