Better Toledo: A Series
Jan
4
to Dec 19

Better Toledo: A Series

The Toledo Lucas County Public Library is proud to present Better Toledo, a personal and professional development series to ensure “you will do better in Toledo.”

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Human Library
Apr
27

Human Library

Back by popular demand! The Human Library encourages conversation between different people to foster discussion and address prejudices. Rather than reading books, this interactive event gives attendees the chance to check out a person and listen to their stories. Hear Toledo residents become live books and share their stories.

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Afternoon with Amal from Afar
Feb
24

Afternoon with Amal from Afar

Little Amal is the 12 foot puppet of a 10 year old Syrian refugee child who has traveled the world from 2021 to 2023. Join us for an afternoon of activities for all ages including crafts, resource and information tables, live music, light refreshments, and more! All are invited to attend this free event.

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October Community Clean Up
Oct
14

October Community Clean Up

The Human Relations Commission will be hosting four community clean-ups this year and our last one is October 14th. We’ll be cleaning up on the East Side, we invite residents to participate and encourage their neighbors to join us!

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Welcoming Week Party
Sep
10

Welcoming Week Party

  • Toledo Lucas County Public Library - Sanger Branch (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

We welcome immigrants, refugees, new Americans, diverse populations, and US-born residents to learn about various cultures through art, music, dance, and food at the Welcoming Week Picnic. Come meet our many friendly partners and celebrate as one community!

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August Community Clean Up
Aug
26

August Community Clean Up

The Human Relations Commission will be hosting four community clean-ups this year, the third is August 26th. We have teamed up with the City of Toledo to clean up in the neighborhood. We invite residents to participate and encourage their neighbors!

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Disabled and Proud Fest
Jul
8

Disabled and Proud Fest

The 2023 Disabled and Proud Fest welcomes those of all abilities to celebrate the disability experience in Toledo! An all-day event with fun activities, DJ, food trucks, and an all-abilities 3 vs. 3 wheelchair basketball tournament for youth and adults!

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June Community Clean Up
Jun
10

June Community Clean Up

The Human Relations Commission will be hosting four community clean-ups this year, the second is June 10th. We have teamed up with the City of Toledo and the Frederick Douglass Center to clean up in the 43607 zip code. We invite residents to participate and encourage their neighbors!

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May Community Clean Up
May
20

May Community Clean Up

The Human Relations Commission will be hosting four community clean-ups this year, the first one is May 20th. We have teamed up with the City of Toledo and Rogers High School to clean up in the 43615 zip code. We invite residents to participate and encourage their neighbors!

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Human Library
Apr
15

Human Library

Back by popular demand! The Human Library encourages conversation between different people to foster discussion and address prejudices. Rather than reading books, this interactive event gives attendees the chance to check out a person and listen to their stories. Hear Toledo residents become live books and share their stories.

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Better Toledo: A Series
Jan
5
to Dec 7

Better Toledo: A Series

The Toledo Lucas County Public Library is proud to present Better Toledo, a personal and professional development series to ensure “you will do better in Toledo.”

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Get Your Game On: eSports Tournament
Dec
20
to Dec 22

Get Your Game On: eSports Tournament

The HRC is proud to sponsor a pilot eSports tournament, meant to foster a mentorship relationship between adults and teens! Our pilot program, currently for youth in the Birmingham Library area, will provide two days of practice and a tournament on the last day.

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October Community Clean Up
Oct
15

October Community Clean Up

The Human Relations Commission will be hosting four community clean-ups this year and our last one is October 15th. We have teamed up with the City of Toledo, One Voice East Toledo, the East Toledo Family Center, and Oakdale Elementary to clean up on the East Side. We invite residents to participate and encourage their neighbors!

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Welcoming Week Party
Sep
10

Welcoming Week Party

  • Toledo Lucas County Public Library - Main Branch (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

We welcome immigrants, refugees, new Americans, diverse populations, and US-born residents to learn about various cultures through art, music, dance, and food at the We Belong Welcoming Party. Come meet our many friendly partners and celebrate as one community!

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August Community Clean Up
Aug
27

August Community Clean Up

The Human Relations Commission will be hosting four community clean-ups this year, the third is August 27th. We have teamed up with the City of Toledo and several community groups, including the Burroughs Neighborhood Org and Clean Your Streams, to clean up in the neighborhood. We invite residents to participate and encourage their neighbors!

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National Night Out
Aug
2

National Night Out

We welcome you to hang out at this free event with City of Toledo Police Officers, Firefighters, and community partners. Enjoy games, bouncy houses, free food trucks, and yoga in the community garden!

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Better Toledo: A Series
Jul
21
to Dec 15

Better Toledo: A Series

The Toledo Lucas County Public Library is proud to present Better Toledo, a personal and professional development series to ensure “you will do better in Toledo.”

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June Community Clean Up
Jun
11

June Community Clean Up

The Human Relations Commission will be hosting four community clean-ups this year, the second is June 11th. We have teamed up with the City of Toledo and the Frederick Douglass Center to clean up in the 43607 zip code. We invite residents to participate and encourage their neighbors!

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May Community Clean Up
May
14

May Community Clean Up

The Human Relations Commission will be hosting four community clean-ups this year, the first one is May 14th. We have teamed up with the City of Toledo and Rogers High School to clean up in the 43615 zip code. We invite residents to participate and encourage their neighbors!

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Human Library
Apr
9

Human Library

The Human Library encourages conversation between different people to foster discussion and address prejudices. Rather than reading books, this interactive event gives attendees the chance to check out a person and listen to their stories. Hear Toledo residents become live books and share their stories.

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21st Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Unity Day Celebration
Jan
17

21st Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Unity Day Celebration

The Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Unity Day Celebration will be held virtually from 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. at http://toledo.oh.gov/MLK and will feature keynote speaker Andre Gaines, renown Producer, Director, and Financier. He will be joined by speakers Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz and Dr. Gregory Postel, president of The University of Toledo. The virtual event will also feature local performers.

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