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Winter Read is underway! Now through Feb. 28 read just TWO books and receive awesome prizes!
The Youth Writing Contest is now open! Kids in grades K-12 can participate. The topic is: You've become an animal! Do you have fur, feathers, scales? Where do you go? What do you do? Tell us your story!
View more details and submit your story at www.toledolibrary.org/writing-contest
View more details and submit your story at www.toledolibrary.org/writing-contest
February 9, 2026 at 8:23 PM
The Youth Writing Contest is now open! Kids in grades K-12 can participate. The topic is: You've become an animal! Do you have fur, feathers, scales? Where do you go? What do you do? Tell us your story!
View more details and submit your story at www.toledolibrary.org/writing-contest
View more details and submit your story at www.toledolibrary.org/writing-contest
Reminder: All Library online services will be briefly unavailable this evening (Su) Feb. 8 for scheduled system maintenance.
February 8, 2026 at 2:01 PM
Reminder: All Library online services will be briefly unavailable this evening (Su) Feb. 8 for scheduled system maintenance.
All Library online services will be briefly unavailable the evening of (Su) Feb. 8 for scheduled system maintenance.
February 6, 2026 at 6:02 PM
All Library online services will be briefly unavailable the evening of (Su) Feb. 8 for scheduled system maintenance.
This collection of picture books spotlights stories about layering up for winter warmth, celebrating the chilly‑day comfort of coats, mittens, and hats.
Speaking of winter gear, if you sign up for Winter Read, you'll earn a cozy hat!
🧣 ⛸️ ❄️ https://ow.ly/Njmj50Y8Xaz
Speaking of winter gear, if you sign up for Winter Read, you'll earn a cozy hat!
🧣 ⛸️ ❄️ https://ow.ly/Njmj50Y8Xaz
February 6, 2026 at 2:30 PM
This collection of picture books spotlights stories about layering up for winter warmth, celebrating the chilly‑day comfort of coats, mittens, and hats.
Speaking of winter gear, if you sign up for Winter Read, you'll earn a cozy hat!
🧣 ⛸️ ❄️ https://ow.ly/Njmj50Y8Xaz
Speaking of winter gear, if you sign up for Winter Read, you'll earn a cozy hat!
🧣 ⛸️ ❄️ https://ow.ly/Njmj50Y8Xaz
We're one week out from our Romance-Con Presents with Jo Segura!
Join us at Main Library on (W) Feb. 11 at 6:30 p.m. to hear USA Today best-selling author (and Toledo native) discuss her new book, The Lust Crusade.
The program is free, but tickets are required. https://ow.ly/Wt5T50Y91yw
Join us at Main Library on (W) Feb. 11 at 6:30 p.m. to hear USA Today best-selling author (and Toledo native) discuss her new book, The Lust Crusade.
The program is free, but tickets are required. https://ow.ly/Wt5T50Y91yw
February 5, 2026 at 12:45 AM
We're one week out from our Romance-Con Presents with Jo Segura!
Join us at Main Library on (W) Feb. 11 at 6:30 p.m. to hear USA Today best-selling author (and Toledo native) discuss her new book, The Lust Crusade.
The program is free, but tickets are required. https://ow.ly/Wt5T50Y91yw
Join us at Main Library on (W) Feb. 11 at 6:30 p.m. to hear USA Today best-selling author (and Toledo native) discuss her new book, The Lust Crusade.
The program is free, but tickets are required. https://ow.ly/Wt5T50Y91yw
☀️🏖️ Still thinking about People We Meet on Vacation? Same.
Dream of warmer days with us by checking out this librarian-curated book list.
👉 https://ow.ly/Y8uR50Y8XPa
Dream of warmer days with us by checking out this librarian-curated book list.
👉 https://ow.ly/Y8uR50Y8XPa
February 4, 2026 at 8:45 PM
☀️🏖️ Still thinking about People We Meet on Vacation? Same.
Dream of warmer days with us by checking out this librarian-curated book list.
👉 https://ow.ly/Y8uR50Y8XPa
Dream of warmer days with us by checking out this librarian-curated book list.
👉 https://ow.ly/Y8uR50Y8XPa
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The Wild Robot on the Island by Peter Brown!
Experience the story of Roz the robot on her island with her animal friends through beautiful illustrations by author Peter Brown.
The Wild Robot on the Island by Peter Brown!
Experience the story of Roz the robot on her island with her animal friends through beautiful illustrations by author Peter Brown.
February 4, 2026 at 2:01 PM
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The Wild Robot on the Island by Peter Brown!
Experience the story of Roz the robot on her island with her animal friends through beautiful illustrations by author Peter Brown.
The Wild Robot on the Island by Peter Brown!
Experience the story of Roz the robot on her island with her animal friends through beautiful illustrations by author Peter Brown.
New books are hitting the shelves and we’re extra excited because Jo Segura is coming to Main Library (W) Feb. 11 at 6:30 p.m. to discuss her brand-new book, The Lust Crusade.
This event is FREE, but registration is required. https://ow.ly/9MeN50Y8shp
This event is FREE, but registration is required. https://ow.ly/9MeN50Y8shp
February 3, 2026 at 8:44 PM
New books are hitting the shelves and we’re extra excited because Jo Segura is coming to Main Library (W) Feb. 11 at 6:30 p.m. to discuss her brand-new book, The Lust Crusade.
This event is FREE, but registration is required. https://ow.ly/9MeN50Y8shp
This event is FREE, but registration is required. https://ow.ly/9MeN50Y8shp
🎨 These were the most popular kids books at the Maumee Branch in January! What were your favorite books to read last month?
See the full list 👉 https://ow.ly/oOV350Y7C3e
See the full list 👉 https://ow.ly/oOV350Y7C3e
February 2, 2026 at 6:01 PM
🎨 These were the most popular kids books at the Maumee Branch in January! What were your favorite books to read last month?
See the full list 👉 https://ow.ly/oOV350Y7C3e
See the full list 👉 https://ow.ly/oOV350Y7C3e
🔮 Innovative, eccentric, and proudly a little weird, you’re the zodiac’s big-picture thinkers—drawn to freedom, originality, and making the world a better place (on your own terms, of course).
Explore this list and let your mind wander far beyond the status quo. ♒ https://ow.ly/Lhr750Y6zzs
Explore this list and let your mind wander far beyond the status quo. ♒ https://ow.ly/Lhr750Y6zzs
February 1, 2026 at 11:05 PM
🔮 Innovative, eccentric, and proudly a little weird, you’re the zodiac’s big-picture thinkers—drawn to freedom, originality, and making the world a better place (on your own terms, of course).
Explore this list and let your mind wander far beyond the status quo. ♒ https://ow.ly/Lhr750Y6zzs
Explore this list and let your mind wander far beyond the status quo. ♒ https://ow.ly/Lhr750Y6zzs
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Heart the Lover by Lily King
Gorgeous writing of complex people living with decisions made and the ties that bring them back together. Highly recommend reading "Writers and Lovers" first for the full impact!
Heart the Lover by Lily King
Gorgeous writing of complex people living with decisions made and the ties that bring them back together. Highly recommend reading "Writers and Lovers" first for the full impact!
January 31, 2026 at 12:00 AM
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Heart the Lover by Lily King
Gorgeous writing of complex people living with decisions made and the ties that bring them back together. Highly recommend reading "Writers and Lovers" first for the full impact!
Heart the Lover by Lily King
Gorgeous writing of complex people living with decisions made and the ties that bring them back together. Highly recommend reading "Writers and Lovers" first for the full impact!
Need a pick-me-up from the winter blues? Try one of these new romances! 💕
For more romance reads, sign up for our Romance Readers newsletter 💌 www.toledolibrary.org/newsletter-sign-up/
For more romance reads, sign up for our Romance Readers newsletter 💌 www.toledolibrary.org/newsletter-sign-up/
January 30, 2026 at 9:01 PM
Need a pick-me-up from the winter blues? Try one of these new romances! 💕
For more romance reads, sign up for our Romance Readers newsletter 💌 www.toledolibrary.org/newsletter-sign-up/
For more romance reads, sign up for our Romance Readers newsletter 💌 www.toledolibrary.org/newsletter-sign-up/
Need inspiration for your TBR list? Here are some of the most requested books at the Toledo Library this month. 📚📈
See the full list ✨ https://ow.ly/ZBRP50Y61N8
See the full list ✨ https://ow.ly/ZBRP50Y61N8
January 30, 2026 at 2:05 PM
Need inspiration for your TBR list? Here are some of the most requested books at the Toledo Library this month. 📚📈
See the full list ✨ https://ow.ly/ZBRP50Y61N8
See the full list ✨ https://ow.ly/ZBRP50Y61N8
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Ballpark: The Story of America's Baseball Fields by Lynn Curlee
From Dodger Stadium to Fenway Park, if you're a baseball fan, chances are you have a favorite ballpark. Walk the bases through each park's vibrant and unique culture and history.
Ballpark: The Story of America's Baseball Fields by Lynn Curlee
From Dodger Stadium to Fenway Park, if you're a baseball fan, chances are you have a favorite ballpark. Walk the bases through each park's vibrant and unique culture and history.
January 29, 2026 at 8:01 PM
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Ballpark: The Story of America's Baseball Fields by Lynn Curlee
From Dodger Stadium to Fenway Park, if you're a baseball fan, chances are you have a favorite ballpark. Walk the bases through each park's vibrant and unique culture and history.
Ballpark: The Story of America's Baseball Fields by Lynn Curlee
From Dodger Stadium to Fenway Park, if you're a baseball fan, chances are you have a favorite ballpark. Walk the bases through each park's vibrant and unique culture and history.
Due to a partial power outage at Main Library there is no access to the atrium or Fact and Fiction Department. EatWell Cafe is also closed for today.
The rest of the Library remains open.
The rest of the Library remains open.
January 29, 2026 at 5:21 PM
Due to a partial power outage at Main Library there is no access to the atrium or Fact and Fiction Department. EatWell Cafe is also closed for today.
The rest of the Library remains open.
The rest of the Library remains open.
We've reached over 10,000 Winter Readers! 🥳 📚
Visit any Library location to sign up and receive a hat for you and your family! For more details visit www.toledolibrary.org/readingchallenges
(P.S. — Please keep sending us your photos of you and your family in your new hats, we love to see them!)
Visit any Library location to sign up and receive a hat for you and your family! For more details visit www.toledolibrary.org/readingchallenges
(P.S. — Please keep sending us your photos of you and your family in your new hats, we love to see them!)
January 28, 2026 at 5:15 PM
We've reached over 10,000 Winter Readers! 🥳 📚
Visit any Library location to sign up and receive a hat for you and your family! For more details visit www.toledolibrary.org/readingchallenges
(P.S. — Please keep sending us your photos of you and your family in your new hats, we love to see them!)
Visit any Library location to sign up and receive a hat for you and your family! For more details visit www.toledolibrary.org/readingchallenges
(P.S. — Please keep sending us your photos of you and your family in your new hats, we love to see them!)
📚 Our librarians have come up with a list of new and soon to be released books that should be on your radar. Which ones are you most excited for?
Place your holds here: https://ow.ly/JBCK50Y4vuo
Place your holds here: https://ow.ly/JBCK50Y4vuo
January 28, 2026 at 4:05 PM
📚 Our librarians have come up with a list of new and soon to be released books that should be on your radar. Which ones are you most excited for?
Place your holds here: https://ow.ly/JBCK50Y4vuo
Place your holds here: https://ow.ly/JBCK50Y4vuo
It's the last week to purchase your 2026 dog tags before a penalty fee - stop in before Jan. 31! 🐾 For more details visit www.toledolibrary.org/dog-licensing
January 27, 2026 at 6:52 PM
It's the last week to purchase your 2026 dog tags before a penalty fee - stop in before Jan. 31! 🐾 For more details visit www.toledolibrary.org/dog-licensing
All Library locations will have a delayed open at noon on Tuesday, Jan. 27, due to weather conditions.
January 27, 2026 at 2:01 AM
All Library locations will have a delayed open at noon on Tuesday, Jan. 27, due to weather conditions.
All Toledo Library locations are closed (M) Jan. 26 due to weather. You can access our digital collection 24/7 online at www.toledolibrary.org/emedia.
January 25, 2026 at 10:43 PM
All Toledo Library locations are closed (M) Jan. 26 due to weather. You can access our digital collection 24/7 online at www.toledolibrary.org/emedia.
As another snowstorm hits us, we’re looking back at moments from winters past. These historic photos remind us how our community has weathered winter storms for generations. ❄️
Explore more of our digital collections at www.toledolibrary.org/localhistory...
Explore more of our digital collections at www.toledolibrary.org/localhistory...
January 25, 2026 at 5:52 PM
As another snowstorm hits us, we’re looking back at moments from winters past. These historic photos remind us how our community has weathered winter storms for generations. ❄️
Explore more of our digital collections at www.toledolibrary.org/localhistory...
Explore more of our digital collections at www.toledolibrary.org/localhistory...
The Library's Sunday location, Sanger Branch, will be closed Sunday, Jan. 25, due to weather conditions.
January 25, 2026 at 12:46 AM
The Library's Sunday location, Sanger Branch, will be closed Sunday, Jan. 25, due to weather conditions.
Here’s a few of the participants from the 53rd annual Caldecott Read-In today. Our local choice for the prestigious medal is Cat Nap illustrated and written by Brian Lies. 🐱📖
Check out the picture book for yourself at toledo.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S2...
Check out the picture book for yourself at toledo.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S2...
January 24, 2026 at 10:47 PM
Here’s a few of the participants from the 53rd annual Caldecott Read-In today. Our local choice for the prestigious medal is Cat Nap illustrated and written by Brian Lies. 🐱📖
Check out the picture book for yourself at toledo.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S2...
Check out the picture book for yourself at toledo.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S2...
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A Snow Day for Amos McGee by Philip Stead
Old zookeeper, Amos McGee, anticipates a good snowfall with his animal friends but nothing comes. The next morning he gets his wish and all enjoy fun in the snow!
A Snow Day for Amos McGee by Philip Stead
Old zookeeper, Amos McGee, anticipates a good snowfall with his animal friends but nothing comes. The next morning he gets his wish and all enjoy fun in the snow!
January 24, 2026 at 4:30 PM
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A Snow Day for Amos McGee by Philip Stead
Old zookeeper, Amos McGee, anticipates a good snowfall with his animal friends but nothing comes. The next morning he gets his wish and all enjoy fun in the snow!
A Snow Day for Amos McGee by Philip Stead
Old zookeeper, Amos McGee, anticipates a good snowfall with his animal friends but nothing comes. The next morning he gets his wish and all enjoy fun in the snow!
Who needs to look back to 2016 when we can look back to 1969! 📖 This Library card was dropped off to Oregon Branch - proof that due dates fade, but the love of books is forever.
January 24, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Who needs to look back to 2016 when we can look back to 1969! 📖 This Library card was dropped off to Oregon Branch - proof that due dates fade, but the love of books is forever.