• Time to grab your shades and fill your beach bag with a few great YA reads. Stories of friendship, romance and summer fun await.

  • Hip AND Square: Accordions! From polka to zydeco to klezmer music, they’re an important (and incredibly fun) part of American culture and it’s time to appreciate them! June is National Accordion Awareness Month – so channel your inner Lawrence Welk and get those toes a tappin’.

  • Being a Dad isn't the easiest job in the world, but the great ones make it look so easy. Let's all take a moment to thank them for everything they have done for us over the years and take the time to watch a movie together.

  • Are the kids in your house looking for something to read this summer? Here are a few suggestions to help get them started!

  • Looking for a few good beach reads? From top picks to book lists -- we have you covered.

  • It’s the Centennial birthday of the National Park Service, and we have all the resources you need to kick back and celebrate!

  • Here's a look at the hot titles coming out later this year, announced at Book Expo America (BEA), the place to find out about the most anticipated titles for summer and fall.

  • Bob Dylan turns 75! Continue reading to learn more about this timeless musician.

  • Whether you like to gobble up contemporary romance, historical romance, romantic suspense or inspirational romance there is a buffet of romance subgenres to satisfy anyone’s taste.

  • Don’t shy away from home improvement projects! They may seem tricky, but with a little help from the library, you can do it yourself!

  • The Toledo Lucas County Public Library presented numerous Make U Mobile Art Lab programs in 2016 and have many more scheduled for this summer. Continue reading to learn more.

  • Looking for an edge of your seat, nail-biting good read? Check out this blog post to explore the addicting nature of Psychological Thrillers.

  • Songs from popular musicians are turned into plinky, plunky instrumental lullabies with a few bells and barks thrown in for good measure. It’s soothing music for your little ones that won’t drive you crazy.

  • Summertime and cookouts go hand in hand. Whether your planning your next family get together or simply want to try out a few new grilling techniques, your local library can help.

  • Whether you love Oreos, can’t stop eating Cheez-Its, or adore Fig Newtons, now you can enjoy homemade versions of your favorite store-bought treats.