Diversity
The Library is committed to supporting and encouraging diversity via our diverse collection, programs and services.
Diverse Collections
The Library offers foreign language materials via one of the largest collections of books, eBooks and audio-visual materials in Ohio including but not limited to the following:
How To Search the Catalog for Foreign Language Materials
- Visit the Advanced Search Page
- Use the drop-down arrow to Search by Subject
- Type an asterisk (*) in the textbox
- Select a Language
- Optional: Limit by Format
- Optional: Limit by Collection
- Optional: Limit by Location
- Click the "Search" button.
Diverse Programs
The Library hosts fun and educational cultural events and frequently partners with local organizations to present diverse programs. See what we've offered in the past.
- Book Discussions About Racism and Diversity
- Culture and Race: What Divides and Unites Us
- Telling a People's Story Exhibit
- A Day In South Slavic Europe
- A Day In Mexico
- Middle East Series
- A Day in Scotland
- A Day in Lebanon
- Great World Religions
- A Day In India
- Asian Art Day
- Celtic Games
- Jewish Film & Book Festivals
- Sign Language
- U.S. Naturalization Ceremony
For a list of upcoming Library programs, visit our online Events Calendar.
Diverse Services
The Library welcomes more than 12,000 visitors each week, and strives to provide easy access to Library materials and events for all who visit, including:
- Low Vision Services including a large print collection, audio formats, and movies for those with vision impairments
- Sunshine Book Delivery Service bringing the Library to permanently and temporarily homebound patrons
- Mini Branch Libraries, located on-site at area retirement facilities and the Enrichment Center at Washington Township's RecPlex West, providing seniors with easier access to materials
- Web-based services including reference assistance, access to Research Databases, and downloadable eBooks and eAudiobooks, making the Library readily accessible
