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    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.

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