• A dot grid notebook is open on a wooden table. Above the notebook is a gold pen. Inside of the notebook is the word "gratitude."

    Mindfulness & Thankfulness

    While our world has been all-but-turned-upside-down this year, there still is much to be thankful for.

  • An illustration shows a chicken sitting on a chair. Its feet are up on an ottoman, and before it is a TV on a stand. The chicken holds a remote while watching the TV. The chicken's comb and wattles are red, while the rest of the illustration is black and white. The ottoman has the words "ERPfeffinger20" written on it.

    Thanksgiving Movies and TV Shows

    Thanksgiving is a time to count our blessings. And besides family, friends, health, good fortune, coffee and pizza, is there anything we're more thankful for than stuff we can watch on TV?

  • Group of young friends playing mobile games while sitting side by side on a couch.

    Gamers Guild: Jackbox Party Games

    Are you looking for a fun way to connect with your friends? One week each month Toledo Lucas County Public Library offers Jackbox Games as a way for teens to unwind and enjoy playing party games together! Bring your friends and make new ones!

  • View of the Eiffel Tower from the front of the structure during the day.

    Armchair Travel with Katie and Tim: French edition

    Bummed out about not being able to travel? Come on a magical journey to France with two people who've never even been there before!

  • A woman's hands are placing the final touches on a Christmas present. To her left is a paint palette with white paint on the end of a paintbrush. The presents are wrapped in brown wrapping paper with handpainted snowflakes on them. A few of the presents are tied with brown and white string. The woman adds a final touch to the present by adding a pinecone to the string.

    Homemade Holiday Gifts

    Is your wallet hurting from COVID-19 troubles? Do not despair. You and your children can make beautiful homemade gifts to fit every budget.

  • A fuzzy teddy bear holds a roll of toilet paper while sitting on top of a plastic potty training seat.

    Potty Training Tips and Resources

    Getting ready to take on the challenge of potty training? Don't know where to begin? Here are some great resources to help get you going in the right direction!

  • The Earth shows Africa illuminated on a globe. To the right of this is the other half of the globe with a night view of the other countries. The globe is on a black background with the words "Got Change?" placed to the left of the globe.

    Managing Transitions: Making the Most of Change

    Even in the best of times change is difficult, and libraries must continually change to stay relevant. The Toledo Lucas County Public Library used key points from William Bridges’ Managing Transitions: Making the Most of Change (4th edition, 2016) as a means by which to lead the library system during a year of massive change in 2018-2019.  

  • A little girl is lying in a carpeted room with part of her body sticking out of a gray tent. The tent has white stars and various pillows inside. The girl smiles at the white book she is reading. The book does not have any words on its cover or spine. To her right is a brown teddy bear.

    Encouraging Children to Read

    A short guide with tips to keep your children on their reading journey, plus a few recommendations for along the way.

  • A cartoon turkey wears a pilgrim hat and collar. Before the turkey is a tub with corn, a tub with apples, and a pumpkin. This scene represents the Thanksgiving holiday season.

    Thanksgiving Resources for Grades 1-3

    Children’s Thanksgiving books and media range from funny stories of escaped turkeys to more sober histories of settlers and Native Americans, and reflections on thankfulness.

  • Wooden blocks form a line and spell the word "Grants."

    Assistance for Nonprofits

    If you work with/support a nonprofit that has experienced financial difficulties during the pandemic, your Toledo Lucas County Public Library is here to assist.

  • A woman's silhouette is black and on a yellow background. She pulls back a bow with an arrow pointed forward. On her back is a quiver with more bows.

    Historic Heroines: Ancient Warriors (All BC-400AD)

    An almost perfect smattering of our favorite women ancient times who just happened to wield weapons, lead armies and build empires.

  • Four vintage lightbulbs are illuminated with words inside. From left to right, the words say: "help, support, assistance, and guidance."

    Business Assistance During COVID-19

    If you’re a business owner who’s struggling, we can help!

  • A black-and-white image shows four women sitting at a table sewing a large fabric cloth.

    Volunteering for All Ages: How 14 Toledo Girls Found a Way to Help Do Their Part During WWII

    The Girls' Activity Friendship Society, a club created by fourteen young girls from Glenwood School in 1943, is not only emblematic of the perseverance by all during the wartime effort, but it also can serve as inspiration to help the Toledo community during current and future hard times. Read more to learn about the GAFS as well as reading suggestions and local volunteer opportunities.

  • A collaged advertisement shows the cover of various movies. The movies included are: Mean Girls, Extremely Loud Incredibly Close, The Princess Bride, Downton Abbey the Motion Picture, Clueless, Ready Player One, The Shawshank Redemption, and About a Boy.

    Books on the Big Screen

    Which is better, the book of the movie? Here are some of our favorite book and movie adaptations you will enjoy.

  • An advertisement shows various old war time entertainment options. These options include titles such as: "Sit Down and Play," "Soldier Shows," "Army Song Book," and "A Day with Private Pete."

    Wartime Entertainment for the Troops and Their Families

    On Veteran’s Day, we honor those who served in the United States military. Among the Library's extensive government documents collection the following listed, physical items are not linked in our catalog and are not available for check out consists of pamphlets, manuals and booklets that were published to aid and support military personnel and their families, most notably during World War II.