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  • 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.

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  • Best Books 2024: Black Girl Magic

    Best Book 2024: Black girl magic

  • Best Books 2024: International Cuisine

    Best Books 2024: International Cuisine

  • Best Books 2024: Nonfiction for kids

    Best Books 2024: Nonfiction for kids

  • Best Books 2024: Art Tatum African American Resource Center

    Best Books 2024: Art Tatum African American Resource Center

  • Best Books 2024: Horror

    Best Books 2024: Horror

  • Uncommon Knowledge: The Funniest Weird Trivia Books You Didn’t Know You Needed

    Pub trivia nights are all the rage these days. Here are some great, fun trivia books from which to pull some great content, or just to amuse and enlighten you!

  • Superheroes in the Real World: Alex Ross at 55

    Happy birthday to one of comics’ most breathtaking painters.

  • Remembering the Fluid Lines and Savage Wit of Cartoonist Jules Feiffer

    The Pulitzer-winning artist Jules Feiffer bestowed upon the world movies, plays, comics, novels, and children’s books. Which is great and impressive but also, I mean: pick a lane.

  • 5 Cookbooks to Keep you Warm this Winter

    Delicious cookbooks to check out this month to help keep readers warm and full.

  • “Cheese” the Day with 10 Books About Cheese for National Cheese Lovers Day

    Watch out for CHEESEY puns.

  • Wild at Heart and Weird on Top: Remembering the Visionary David Lynch

    David Lynch was a filmmaker, a visionary, and an adjective.

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    Toledo Library Best Books of 2024

    Check out our favorite reads of 2024!

  • 10 Colorfully Quirky Queer Comics

    Okay, so they’re technically graphic novels and not comics, but I love alliteration—almost more than I love colorful, queer happy endings!

  • 5 Collections of Science Fiction to Read if You Like ‘Severance’

    Season 2 of 'Severance' is about to debut of Apple TV+. Here are some great science fiction short stories to supplement your viewing. Your innie will thank you.

  • Seven Ways for Small Business Owners to Welcome the New Year

    January is an important time for entrepreneurs to reset, reflect, and plan for the year ahead. Here are the activities our Small Business and Nonprofit Department recommends to start your year strong.

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