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  • From Spawn to Spider-Man: 10 Exciting Todd McFarlane Comics

    The controversial mind behind Venom and Spawn changed the comic book industry forever.

  • Women in Science for Young Readers

    Read about women in science and their many accomplishments this Women's History Month!

  • A Slice of Toledo History: The Home Cook Book

    See how historic Toledo tackled pie making in the 1880 publication The Home Cook Book.

  • A young couple doing up their hallway . The man is painting the demo rail on the stairs covered in a dust sheet whilst his wife is painting a period door on a workbench .

    This Old House: Great Books on Renovating and Restoring Older Homes

    Finding accurate and useful information on restoring and renovating older homes can be tricky. These books can get you started.

  • Celebrating Women’s History Month with Stories of Sapphic Love

    In honor of Women's History Month, we’re highlighting a selection of books that feature compelling sapphic romance and lesbian characters.

  • Women’s History Month Spotlight: 10 Thrilling Action Heroines

    Step aside, tough guys. 

  • O Canada Week: Hockey in North America!

    Continue the hockey fever and "check" out these books for kids and teens featuring this wildly popular (and sometimes wild!) sport in both our countries!

  • O Canada Week: Lacrosse!

    Love lacrosse? Canadians do too! It's their national summer sport, because their national winter sport has to be hockey, right?!

  • O Canada Week: Uncover the Rich Tapestry of Canadian History and Culture

    Ah, spring. When a young person's fancy lightly turns to thoughts of... Canada.

  • Trailblazers: Women Who Changed The Game

    The Toledo Library is celebrating Women's History Month with a spotlight on women athletes. Visit your local library to vote for your favorite in our exciting March Madness bracket!

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  • Craftsmanship: The Value of Authenticity in an Automated Age

    Many people, tired of throw-away culture, are seeking inspiration on how to prioritize quality over quantity. Here are some great books on honing the value of craftsmanship in our lives.

  • International Mother Language Day: Honoring the Languages That Shape Us

    Celebrate International Mother Language Day with these books about languages and cultures!

  • Happy 100th Birthday to Black History Month

    Founded exactly 100 years ago, Black History Month was never designed to constrain attention within a limited 28-day span, but rather to drill down on a fundamental history that should otherwise be studied all year long.

  • All Things Dragons!

    Who is your favorite literary dragon? Whether you’re a fan of Wings of Fire or Dragons Love Tacos, celebrate your favorite fire-breathing, scaly, flying beast with these great reads for youth of all ages!

  • Deliciously Alone: Cookbooks That Celebrate Solo Meals

    You say tonight's special is stale saltines over the sink? No, chef, not with these cookbooks at your fingertips. Deliciousness, party of one.

  • Black History Picture Books

    Experience Black History through illustrated picture books. Here are 15 titles highlighting historical events as well as people and their accomplishments.

  • Reading Suggestions by Zodiac Signs: Aquarius Edition

    Reading suggestions by star sign? Yep! We can do that. This month, we'll take a page of Aquarius.

  • This is her art and it is dangerous: Catherine O’Hara, 1954-2026

    When we lost the inspired comic actor Catherine O'Hara, we lost multitudes.

  • 10 Works from the Creator of Batman: The Animated Series for New and Old Fans

    Bruce Timm’s vision defined Batman—and animation—for an entire generation. 

  • 10 Exciting Football Comics You Need For Super Bowl LX

    Prepare your touchdown dance for these 10 comics about America’s favorite sport.

  • 10 Exciting Comics You Need for Squirrel Appreciation Day

    Squirrel away these comics for later or go nuts and read them now! Too much? Probably too much.

  • Toledo Library Best Books of 2025

    Here are our staff picks for the best books of 2025 for children, teens, and adults!

  • Celebrate Popeye Day with the Best of the Sailor Man

    If seafaring men with a short fuse and an insatiable desire for spinach are up your alley, have we got the comics (and movie) for you.

  • Reading Nook Wanderlust: Stunning Armchair Travel Pictorials

    Armchair travel is always in season no matter the weather. Here are some of our best pictorials on trips of a lifetime.

  • Finding Joy: The Power of Uplifting Stories

    Stop the doomscrolling! Try these upbeat true stories about people connecting through kindness. Goodness still exists — we just have to remember to look for it.

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