Women's History Month
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Celebrate Women's History Month
Women's History Month is a celebration of women's contributions to history, culture and society and has been observed annually in the month of March in the United States since 1987.
This month, you are invited to join us for engaging programs, check out recommended reads, stream movies and music, and research amazing women who have created change right here in Ohio and beyond.
Events, Resources & More
Women in History: Victoria WoodhullIn 1872, Victoria Woodhull became the first woman to run for President of the United States. This Ohio native achieved many firsts for women. Join us to learn about her amazing life and legacy. As a bonus, you'll also be introduced to another fascinating woman: Josephine Baker.
Virtual
Saturday, March 4 / 11:00 AM
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Independence Branch
Tuesday, March 7 / 2:00 PM
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In 1872, Victoria Woodhull became the first woman to run for President of the United States. This Ohio native achieved many firsts for women. Join us to learn about her amazing life and legacy. As a bonus, you'll also be introduced to another fascinating woman: Josephine Baker.
Virtual
Saturday, March 4 / 11:00 AM
Register
Independence Branch
Tuesday, March 7 / 2:00 PM
Register
#Women'sHistoryMonth Programs
Register to reserve your spot at these free public programs.
The Female Spies of World War II
Learn about two courageous women from WWII and how they became their countries' top female spies.
North Royalton Branch
Tuesday, March 7 / 7:00 PM
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Diana, The People's Princess
Join Julie Koenig of Royally Amused to discuss all things Diana as we reflect on her life and her legacy.
North Royalton Branch
Monday, March 13 / 7:00 PM
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Independence Branch
Wednesday, March 29 / 7:00 PM
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Women's History Month on Kanopy
Our partners at Kanopy have curated a collection of films directed by women, including both classic and contemporary titles that represent the history and achievements made by women in the film industry.
All you need is a library card to stream these commercial-free films instantly on your computer, or download the free Kanopy app to watch on your smart TV, Roku or mobile device.
The free Kanopy app is available for Apple iOS, Android and Kindle HD/HDX.
Biography in Context: Notable Women
Biography in Context from Gale provides photos and in-depth biographical data on amazing women throughout history from Abigail Adams to Malala Yousafzai.
Spotlight on Extraordinary Ladies
Memoirs and Biographies for Women's History Month.
The Pirate's Wife: The Remarkable True Story of Sarah Kidd
Daphne Palmer Geanacopoulos
Listening in the Dark: Women Reclaiming the Power of Intuition
Amber Tamblyn, et al.
Wise Gals: The Spies Who Built the CIA and Changed the Future of Espionage
Nathalia Holt
We are the Troopers : The Women of the Winningest Team in Pro Football History
Stephen Guinan
Inheritance: A Memoir of Genealogy, Paternity, and Love
Dani Shapiro
Crying in H Mart: A Memoir
Michelle Zauner
Spotlight on Women's History Month
Help your children learn about the important contributions made by women throughout history.
Little Rosetta and the Talking Guitar
Charnelle Pinkney Barlow
Jovita Wore Pants: The Story of a Mexican Freedom Fighter
Aida Salazar
Cut!: How Lotte Reiniger and a air of Scissors Revolutionized Animation
C. E. Winters
The Girl Who Built an Ocean: An Artist, an Argonaut, and the True Story of the World's First Aquarium
Jess Keating
Dressing Up the Stars: The Story of Movie Costume Designer Edith Head
Jeanne Walker Harvey
Maya's Song
Bryan Collier
Spotlight on Women's History Month
Celebrate the achievements of women throughout history.
Michi Challenges History: From Farm Girl to Costume Designer to Relentless Seeker of the Truth: the Life of Michi Nishiura Weglyn
Ken Mochizuki
Inaugural Ballers
Andrew Maraniss
Rima's Rebellion: Courage in a Time of Tyranny
Margarita Engle
Fly Like a Girl: One Woman's Dramatic Fight in Afghanistan and on the Home Front
Mary Jennings Hegar
Firekeeper's Daughter
Angeline Boulley
This Is My America
Kim Johnson
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