You've read the book and seen the movie! Now try these science fiction books similar to Project Hail Mary 🪐 See the full list: https://www.toledolibrary.org/blog/project-hail-mary-read-alikes/

Join our April Horror Book Club as we discuss So Thirsty by Rachel Harrison. 📚 🗓️ (Th) April 9 | 7 p.m. 📍Toledo Spirits Register at https://ow.ly/6fZZ50YCQXj

🎞️ Arab American Heritage Month is here! Stream Kanopy’s curated films celebrating Arab culture, history, and powerful stories. Stream now: https://ow.ly/bUXq50YBY4E

Here are some of the books we're excited about this week. What are your most anticipated new releases? Request the books 📚 https://ow.ly/ONIt50YBQiM

Instarec by Eric P There is No Place for Us: Working and Homeless in America by Brian Goldstone A thorough, compassionate, and infuriating portrait of a pervasive American problem: working for a meager paycheck without having a stable place to go home to after you clock out.

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We’re proud to be part of this region of makers, doers, and dreamers and invite you to visit Main Library to explore for yourself! https://ow.ly/htvk50YBjxB

Our eMedia resources are available 24/7 at www.toledolibrary.org/emedia/

Calling all Romance authors! 💕 Applications are now open for Romance-Con 2026. Complete the application below to express your interest in having an author table at the event. Apply today! https://ow.ly/G8Vy50YAEqQ

Instarec by Cassie S The 22 Murders of Madison May by Max Barry Follow a journalist as she chases a murderer across multiple dimensions trying to stop him from killing the same woman yet again. Request it 📚 https://toledo.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S218C2303637

A loyal customer (Logan) showed us an incredible hand-knit snake named Ron (aka Ronald 🐍), inspired by Harry Potter. Each stripe represents a book or audiobook Logan has read… all 154 of them! 👏 A big thank you to the Minning family for sharing their love of reading with us!

📚 Book Sale! 📚 Build your home or classroom library with gently-used, well-loved books for $1 each. 🗓️ April 9 - 11 📍 1301 N. Reynolds Road, Toledo, Ohio 43615 🔗 https://toledofol.org/booksales

New nonfiction, romance, and thrillers are here! ⬇️ Request them now ⬇️ https://ow.ly/cKCR50YyTxa

Join us for a special Online Comic Book Club with Author Saladin Ahmed! (Th) April 16 from 7 - 8 p.m. on Zoom! Register here: https://ow.ly/3YLm50YyToB

Need inspiration for what to read next? Here is a list of our most popular books in March. 📚 https://ow.ly/w3Ig50YyTsn

Instarec by Megan G Egg Shop The Cookbook by Nick Korbee With more than 100 recipes for favorites like deviled eggs, omelets, egg salad, and even a bloody mary, this cookbook is sure to provide egg-cellent recipes for any occasion. Request it 📚 https://ow.ly/b93M50Yy3hB

Join our Knitting and Crocheting Club! ✨ This group meets at Reynolds Corners the first and third Thursdays of every month. Beginners and experienced crafters welcome! To view all our knitting and crochet clubs visit https://ow.ly/3Xn150YymqM

Sign up for the Toledo Library's homeschool newsletter. Published monthly, this newsletter features programs and resources of interest to homeschooling families. Send me updates 📧 www.toledolibrary.org/newsletter-sign-up/ We look forward to supporting your homeschooling efforts!

This list of fiction and graphic novels celebrates girls who work hard to chase their dreams. These stories honor Women’s History Month with girls rewriting the rules one game at a time. https://ow.ly/3js850YxLbC

Instarec by Lizzie N Dragonfall by L. R. Lam A tale of slow-burn romance, deceit, thievery, angst, and of course, dragons. Human Arcady and dragon Everen must decide what to save: themselves or the worlds and what they hold dear. The sequel just came out this year, I'm running to read it! 🏃‍♀️

Instarec by Eireann G When Spring Comes by Ekaterina Trukhan What kinds of things do you do when spring comes? Experience the wonders of springtime like flowers, trees, insects, and rain. Request it 📚 https://toledo.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S218C2401924

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New at the Library! 📚 These titles and more are hitting shelves this week. See what else is coming soon! ➡️ https://ow.ly/hujg50YvwPZ

Explore this book list of women leading the arts and beauty industries! Want assistance building your own small business? Connect with the Toledo Library's Small Business and Nonprofit team to learn more: toledolibrary.org/sbn

What books are we excited about this week? Take a look, then load up your holds list just in time for the weekend. Weekly staff picks 📚 https://ow.ly/wh5450YvwJm

Sign up for the Toledo Library's building update newsletter and get project updates delivered to your inbox. Send me updates 📧 www.toledolibrary.org/newsletter-sign-up

These resources are useful to new and existing nonprofit organizations alike who are looking to streamline their bookkeeping, better understand nonprofit-specific finance practices, and set achievable fundraising goals. https://ow.ly/K88S50Ytu9Y

Check out this captivating list of teen survival stories, some set in real‑world danger, some otherworldly. Each title spotlights courage, resilience, and the will to endure when it seems impossible. 🌲 https://ow.ly/ocnr50YttOq

This Pi(e) Day list for serves up picture books stuffed with pies and pizzas, giving young readers a tasty way to celebrate the day. 🥧 🍽️ https://ow.ly/mRsu50YtmpJ

We have great new mystery, historical fiction, and romance books in this week! See what else is coming soon 👀 https://ow.ly/UAPj50YsrKG

🎬 Celebrate Women’s History Month by streaming stories that educate, empower, and inspire. Discover films on Kanopy directed by women and centered on women’s experiences throughout history. Stream now: https://ow.ly/citI50YtLuw

✨ There are lots of books coming to the Library soon, and our librarians have come up with a short list of what we’re most excited for! See the full list and place your holds at https://ow.ly/wBZp50YsrEQ

There's something about a great opening line that has the ability to draw readers into a book. Here are some recent picks with openings we can't resist. https://ow.ly/p9ia50YrZIb

Instarec by Adrienne A Lighthouse Ladies: Shining a Spotlight on Hardy Heroines by Kris Coronado Lively illustrations add to this narrative nonfiction title about the unsung female lighthouse keepers and their bravery! Request it 📚 https://ow.ly/wkT850Yozms

Women have truly been a massive, influential force in manga. From early pioneers like Rumiko Takahashi to contemporary masters like Hiromu Arakawa and Adachitoka, there's plenty of exceptional works to read this Women's History Month. See the full list ✨ https://ow.ly/UUR450Yrv6h

TRENDING NOW! ✨📈 These were the most requested books at the Toledo Library in February. Have you read any of them? Request the books ⬇️ https://ow.ly/E0Je50YqsOM

Instarec by Jae M Sorcery and Small Magics by Maiga Doocy I have never liked a main character as much as Leo. And his relationship with everyone in this book is amazingly well developed. When I say he took me through every emotion possible, I am not lying. Request it 📚 https://ow.ly/ojEV50YoyU7

Enjoy these feel-good cozy mysteries offering puzzle-driven, low-violence, and often humorous, stories with charming, amateur sleuths. https://ow.ly/rSqz50YplmS

O Canada Week in Toledo is a chance for us to celebrate our neighbo(u)rs to the north. Here are some fantastic books on the history and culture of this beautiful country. https://ow.ly/OqSh50YqoL7

Elite Karate is helping us celebrate Women in Sports by introducing participants to practical self-defense concepts through awareness, boundary-setting, and beginner-friendly physical techniques. https://ow.ly/X7TC50YpJgn

❗WOW ❗Winter Read brought 13,752 readers and 25,901 books read! Thank you for being part of another successful reading challenge. Readers have till March 31 to pick up your Winter Read hats.

It may be cold in Saskatchewan, but it’s heating up here in Toledo where we’re celebrating O Canada Week the best way we know how – with Canadian romance authors. https://ow.ly/TzrY50YpIVF

See which books we’re excited about this week! Are any of these on your TBR list already? 👀 See the full list and place your holds at https://ow.ly/Q1Tz50YphCm

New this week: nonfiction, romance, and contemporary fiction! 🌼 ⬇️ See what else is new ⬇️ https://ow.ly/LPiJ50YplMm

Jupmode's "Here for Good" program is running now through March 22! We are thrilled to be part of this program along with so many amazing local businesses and organizations. Proceeds go to the Library Legacy Foundation. Happy shopping. ❤️📚 https://ow.ly/V4zq50YpaeI

The holy month of Ramadan began on Feb. 18 this year and is observed by millions of Muslims around the world for 29 or 30 days. Check out these books for all ages and read about Ramadan and Eid al-fitr! https://ow.ly/pJNO50YoQuM

This Women’s History Month, we’re celebrating the trailblazing women who’ve redefined excellence in sports. https://ow.ly/3XE450Yo0le

Instarec by Joyce S Losing Hit Points by Kristopher Mielke Rumour and Journey were once best friends until one day, they just simply stop hanging out stone cold. A D&D game brings them face-to-face and Journey has to confront their shame and romantic feelings.

Log your reading by tomorrow, Feb. 28 to be entered to win grand prizes including Kindle Fires, Nintendo Switch Lites, Cricut machines, and various gift cards! ⬇️ Here's how to record your reading! ⬇️ https://ow.ly/AY4U50Yknx6

Get your Library cards ready! We have a great selection of new books this week 📖 See what else is new! ➡️ https://ow.ly/rKLb50Yl2F2