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  • How to Stay Busy in Retirement: Marj Mulcahy’s Post-Retirement Goal to Save Our Waterways

    Long-time Toledo resident and retired emergency room nurse Marj Mulcahy had great hope in 2014 that the Toledo Water Crisis would create momentum for greater environmental protections. A decade later, a nonprofit she and fellow retirees formed takes a lead role in advocating for our lake.

  • Cozy Up With These Heartwarming Fantasy Adventures

    Like cozy stories AND fantasy fiction? Now you can get both in these fantastic cozy fantasy novels.

  • 20 Years of Revenge of the Sith (and the Best Star Wars Memes)

    Bring balance to the force with these books about one of the best Star Wars movies of all time—they're sure to give you the high ground!

  • Celebrating 125 Years of a Toledo Landmark: The Toledo Zoo

    Celebrate the 125th anniversary of the Toledo Zoo with these artifacts

  • 10 Essential Contemporary Queer Asian American Music Artists You Should Know

    Looking to enter the dance floor that is the Queer Asian American music scene? Look no further - here are 10 of the most influential artist setting the tempo.

  • Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month: Youth Fiction

    We celebrate Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders during the month of May by recognizing their contributions to youth literature, offering a breadth of experiences and fantastic, imaginative stories.

  • Fury Road At 10: Post-Apocalyptic Comics You Need to Read Now

    It feels just like yesterday that we were introduced to “flaming guitar guy.”

  • Best Books on Crafts You Didn’t Know Existed

    Bored with traditional crafting possibilities? Have we got the books for you! Check out these great books on unusual (yet still delightful!) ways to be creative and find your next favorite hobby.

  • How to Stay Busy in Retirement: Local Veteran and Retired Nurse Carolyn Nagy ‘Does Something About It’

    From setting up a 400 bed hospital in Saudi Arabia to leading a nonprofit program meeting the needs of women veterans, Carolyn Nagy's career - and now retirement - has been guided by the deep desire to 'do something about it.'

  • Class of ’25: Books for the Graduating Senior

    Oh the places you’ll go after graduation! Use these books whether you're off to college or trade school, joining the workforce, or still undecided!

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  • Asian and Black Stories for AAPI Heritage Month

    These books feature either characters of mixed heritage or characters of the different races/heritages interacting.

  • Ten Titles About Disability by Jewish American Authors

    Take a look at these titles written by Jewish American authors that discuss disability.

  • Storytime with Mom: Books to Celebrate Mother’s Day

    Celebrate Mother’s Day with a heartwarming collection of children’s books that honor the love, strength, and joy of mother figures everywhere.

  • 10 Books to Honor Jewish American Women

    The month of May commemorates Jewish American Heritage. Learn about these interesting Jewish American women in one of these engaging life stories.

  • 10 Books to Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Women

    The month of May honors Asian American and Pacific Islanders. Read more about fascinating AAPI women in these standout titles.

  • Rachel Recommends: A Tribute to Carl Hiaasen

    “The greatest sin for a writer is to be boring.” — Carl Hiaasen

  • 10 Books to Help Begin Your Family History Journey

    Begin to discover your fascinating history with the library's expansive genealogy resources.

  • 20 Books to Inspire You to Get Outside More Often

    Power down the screens, get outside, and enjoy the wonders of nature in our own backyards. Here are some great ways to do just that.

  • Hit the Road With These Day Trips in Ohio, Michigan, and Indiana

    Spring is a fantastic time to venture forth on a great day trip. Here are some great ideas for jaunts in Ohio, Michigan, and Indiana. Let's roll!

  • Tales with Tails: The Best Adult Fiction with Animal Narrators

    Ever wonder what animals are thinking? With these great novels narrated by animals, we can finally know and enjoy a whole new perspective on storytelling.

  • Pere Ubu’s David Thomas and Some Other Buckeye Punks

    The jury's still out on whether Cleveland actually rocks, but Cleveland's Pere Ubu sure did. And they weren't alone.

  • 10 Essential Thunderbolts Comics for New Fans

    One of Marvel’s scrappiest teams is making the jump to the big screen. Check out comics that served as inspiration.

  • 10 of the Actual Worst Places in Fiction to Work

  • 15 Shades of Slay: the Best Fantasy Assassins

    Fantasy novels featuring the rise and fall of the best assassins in fiction make some unputdownable reads. Here are the best fantasy assassins to watch out for.

  • 10 Titles to Learn More About Pope Francis (1936-2025) and the Catholic Church

    Pope Francis recently died. Here are some intriguing titles to get you more informed about the religious leader and the church he served.

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