Embark on a journey with us to better understand yourself and others. Take time this month to celebrate and learn about the histories, contributions, and current experiences of those around you.
The stories highlighted here act as windows into other cultures and mirrors of our own experiences. Source: By Rudine Sims Bishop, The Ohio State University. "Mirrors, Windows, and Sliding Glass Doors" originally appeared in Perspectives: Choosing and Using Books for the Classroom. Vo. 6, no. 3. Summer 1990.
Featured Events for Women's History Month (March)
Women's History Month: Thank You Letters
Mar 1st - Mar 31st | All day
Craft a thank you letter to show your gratitude and appreciation for the inspirational women in your life.
Cookbook Club: Women's History Month
Mar 12th | 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Make dishes from the featured cookbook & share your creation for a potluck-style dinner. Discuss & share what you made.
Featured Services for Women's History Month
Women's History Month CBTV (Video)
Watch how our leading ladies are conquering fears, overcoming adversity & paving the path forward for an equitable - and creative - future.
Creating a New Market: Podcasting in the Middle East (Audio)
Adapted from the podcast Al Empire, Hebah Fisher talks about the founding of Kerning Cultures Network, a media company run by Arab women.
Equity First: Path to Inclusion & Belonging (Online Course)
Mary-Frances discusses gender equality, racial and ethnic equity, sexual orientation equity, and equity for people with disabilities.
Women’s History: Inspirational Resin Tray (Online Class)
Create a way to honor the women of history with this resin art tray. Others will feel encouraged and motivated by what you’ve captured.
National Women's History Museum (Virtual Exhibits)
Explore this collection of virtual exhibits from the National Women's History Museum and learn about trailblazing women, past and present.
Women in History Stops (Ohio.org)
This list of road trip stops includes several historical sites around Ohio that played a pivotal role in women's history.
5 Ways to Draw & Paint Women (Online Class)
In this mixtape (bits from different online classes), learn how to draw and paint portraits of women in these five mini classes.
Sarah Bond: A Legacy of Quiltmaking
Learn how Sarah Bond was inspired by the work of her foremothers and how it contributed to the evolution of her intricate, colorful style.
Saving the Hanby House: So You Think You Know Westerville?
Hanby House is one of Westerville's most historically significant buildings. Through the efforts of many it was relocated and preserved.
Ila Grindell & the Anti-Saloon League: Welcome to the Table
Ila was referred to as "the power behind the throne" of the almost all-male Anti-Saloon League.
Lucinda Cornell: Welcome to the Table
Lucinda Cornell's diaries give us a glimpse into her daily life. She attended Temperance meetings, while also making wine at home
Florence Fawley: Oral History Interview
Florence Fawley was a World War II veteran, former Mrs. Westerville and a Westerville resident for over 50 years.
Hazel Baker: Oral History Interview
Hazel Baker was a Westerville resident, and 103 years old at the time of this interview. She discusses changes she's seen in her lifetime.
First Woman Officer: So You Think You Know Westerville?
In 1972, Westerville hired its first female police officer, Nancy Gene Giles. Giles joined us to share her highlights and challenges.
Katherine Wai: So You Think You Know Westerville?
How do imperialism, the opium trade, steamship travel, immigration law, and the horrors of war relate to Westerville?
Agnes Meyer Driscoll: So You Think You Know Westerville?
An author once called her "The Neglected Giant." We're talking the amazing code-breaking work of Westerville resident Agnes Meyer Driscoll
Featured Collections for Women's History Month
Women's History Month (Audio)
For March we are highlighting some of our media collection that focuses around Women's History and experiences. Includes CDs and audiobooks.
Women's History Month Films
For March we are highlighting some of our media collection that focuses around Women's History and experiences.
Stories for Every Voice (Bingepass)
This collection amplifies underrepresented voices and explores themes of identity, culture, resilience, and belonging. Ages 4-11.
Women's History Month (Streaming Movies)
Stream stories that inspire. Explore this collection celebrating women’s voices, award-winning performances, and unforgettable storytelling.
Let's Get Cooking with Women Chefs
Enjoy these recipes created by women celebrity chefs--from TV personalities to social media personalities.
Strong Women in Historical Fiction
Read these historical fiction books honoring strong women.
Women's History Month
Celebrate Women's History Month with these real life stories of remarkable women.
Celebrate Women's History Month
Celebrate real life women and strong female characters with this list!
Celebrate Women's History Month
Celebrate Women's History Month with these books intended for birth through elementary grades.
Women's History Month (Digital Collection)
This Women's History Month, dive into stories of women who led, created, and inspired with Hoopla's curated collection.
Prepare to Be Unprepared With Amy Poehler (Online Course)
Amy Poehler helps you push past fear and figure life out in real time with her principles of improv.
Diane Warren: Relentless (Documentary)
Iconic songstress Diane Warren shares her strategy for Grammy-winning stardom: finding her voice, facing her demons & fighting for her work.
Gabriela Cámara Teaches Mexican Cooking (Online Course)
Celebrated chef Gabriela Cámara shares her approach to making Mexican food that brings people together: simple ingredients, exceptional care
Mashama Bailey Teaches Southern Cooking (Online Course)
James Beard Award–winning chef Mashama Bailey teaches you techniques and recipes for nutritious, flavorful Southern dishes.
Celebrate Women's History Month
Celebrate Women's History Month with these books intended for birth through elementary grades.
Celebrate Women's History Month
Celebrate real life women and strong female characters with this list!
2026 Schedule of Celebrations
- February: Black History Month
- March: Women's History Month
- April: Arab American Heritage Month
- May: Asian Pacific Islander Heritage Month & Jewish American Heritage Month
- June: LGBTQ+ Pride Month
- July: Disability Pride Month
- September: Hispanic Latino Heritage Month
- November: Native American Heritage Month
Stories for Every Voice (Bingepass)
This collection amplifies underrepresented voices and explores themes of identity, culture, resilience, and belonging. Ages 4-11.
Color the Arabic Alphabet
Apr 1st - Apr 30th | All day
Learn about Arab American heritage by exploring the Arabic alphabet with coloring sheets.
Transparent Language & Culture Blogs
Led by teams of native speakers & educators, blogs provide a platform in which current events & cultural topics can be discussed.
English-Arabic Storytime (Videos)
Enjoy an English-Arabic Storytime as Sari Mira (resident storyteller at Arab American National Museum) reads various children's books.
Stories for Every Voice (Bingepass)
This collection amplifies underrepresented voices and explores themes of identity, culture, resilience, and belonging. Ages 4-11.
Color the Arabic Alphabet
Apr 1st - Apr 30th | All day
Learn about Arab American heritage by exploring the Arabic alphabet with coloring sheets.
Transparent Language & Culture Blogs
Led by teams of native speakers & educators, blogs provide a platform in which current events & cultural topics can be discussed.
English-Arabic Storytime (Videos)
Enjoy an English-Arabic Storytime as Sari Mira (resident storyteller at Arab American National Museum) reads various children's books.
About This Initiative
The Westerville Public Library’s intention with this initiative is to reflect our diverse community, encourage acceptance, promote respect, expand understanding, amplify a wide range of voices, and energize community conversations. Suggestions for future celebrations welcome.Â
Heritage in this context is intended to encompass the people, places, and things that have been passed down from generation to generation.
Diverse Voices
Browse titles with perspectives & experiences of people from different backgrounds. Curated by Columbus Metropolitan Library.
Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging (online course)
Explore this belonging approach, and discover how to activate it in your organization.
CultureGrams
Discover cultures of the world. Go beyond the basic facts and figures with local perspectives on more than 200 countries
Unconscious Bias (online course)
Founder/CEO of Rework Work Stacey Gordon reveals the most common forms of unconscious bias and teaches skills to effectively address them.
Diverse Voices
Browse titles with perspectives & experiences of people from different backgrounds. Curated by Columbus Metropolitan Library.
Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging (online course)
Explore this belonging approach, and discover how to activate it in your organization.
CultureGrams
Discover cultures of the world. Go beyond the basic facts and figures with local perspectives on more than 200 countries
Unconscious Bias (online course)
Founder/CEO of Rework Work Stacey Gordon reveals the most common forms of unconscious bias and teaches skills to effectively address them.
Kristen C.
When she’s not working with kids here at the library, you might find her on the bike trail or baking up a sweet treat.
Mindy B.
Mindy will always bring a smile to your face, even when she's concentrating on finding hard-to-get-your-hands-on books and journal articles.
Thomas S.
Fun and friendly, Thomas is often out-and-about, bringing entertainment and energy to community events around Westerville.
Aneeza P.
Aneeza is curious about people, cultures, communities, and social and organizational structures.
Kristen C.
When she’s not working with kids here at the library, you might find her on the bike trail or baking up a sweet treat.
Mindy B.
Mindy will always bring a smile to your face, even when she's concentrating on finding hard-to-get-your-hands-on books and journal articles.
Thomas S.
Fun and friendly, Thomas is often out-and-about, bringing entertainment and energy to community events around Westerville.
Aneeza P.
Aneeza is curious about people, cultures, communities, and social and organizational structures.
