Press Releases


Sep 04

Area CEOs Moonlight as Waiters to Benefit Lourdes

University’s 2nd annual Celebrity Wait Night to take place in September at Real Seafood Those who have dreamed of being waited on by their boss now have the opportunity at Lourdes University’s Celebrity Wait Night. The event will take ...

Posted By: Heather Hoffman | Category: Community Interest



Sep 04

Toledo Museum of Art Names Mellon Fellowship Recipient

Dr. Halona Norton-Westbrook of the San Francisco Bay Area has been named the third post-doctoral Mellon Fellow at the Toledo Museum of Art. The fellowship program, underwritten by a grant from the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, enables ...

Posted By: Teri Sharp | Category: Community Interest



Sep 04

Mott Branch Library Public Meeting Notice

This is a notice of a public meeting scheduled at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, September 17 to inform the Mott Branch Library and surrounding neighborhood of the temporary closure of approximately 150 feet of Forest Avenue from Dorr Street to the alley, as ...

Posted By: Rhonda Sewell | Category: Community Interest



Sep 04

Celebrate National Down Syndrome Awareness Month

October is National Down Syndrome Awareness Month and the Down Syndrome Association of Greater Toledo (DSAGT) is celebrating with the annual Buddy Walk, a one-mile walk in recognition of the many achievements and abilities of people with Down ...

Posted By: Sara Stacy | Category: Community Interest



Sep 04

"Without Borders" Exhibit Opens Saturday, Sept. 7th

Toledo, Ohio, September 3, 2013 – Opening reception for “Without Borders”, an exhibit of paintings and prints by Toledo artist, Jesse Mireles, will be held at the Secor Gallery in Downtown Toledo on Saturday, September 7 from ...

Posted By: Allen Mireles | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Sep 03

42nd Annual Jewelry, Gem and Mineral Show

Toledo Gem and Rockhound Club 42nd Annual Jewelry, Gem and Mineral Show September 6, 7, & 8, 2013 The Toledo Gem and Rockhound Club will host its 42nd Annual Jewelry, Gem, and Mineral Show on September 6-8, 2012 at the Stranahan Theater Complex, ...

Posted By: Step | Category: Events



Sep 03

34th Annual Festival

St. Catherine of Siena 34th Annual Festival. September 13-14-15, 2013 Bingo-Music-Games-Rides-Food- RafflePress Release Contact Name: Pat Taylor Press Release Contact Email: [email protected] Organization Name: St. Catherine of Sienna Church ...

Posted By: Pat Taylor | Category: Events



Aug 30

Healthy U Begins Registration at Way Library

Registration is underway for a special series of health-related classes at Way Library. Healthy U is a chronic disease self-management program developed by researchers at Stanford University and will be presented by Mercy. Participants will meet ...

Posted By: Rose Mills | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Aug 30

Free "Introduction to Pinterest" class at Way Library

Way Library is offering a free demonstration of Pinterest, the online tool for collecting and organizing things you love. The workshop will be held on Monday, September 19, from 1-2:30 pm. and will cover the basics of using Pinterest, including ...

Posted By: Rose Mills | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Aug 30

Free Introduction to Facebook demo at Way Library on 9/12

On Thursday, September 12 from 1-2:30 p.m., Way Library’s technology staff will present a workshop to demonstrate the use of Facebook. Participants will learn the basics of Facebook including usage, privacy settings, adding friends, filtering ...

Posted By: Rose Mills | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Aug 28

Topical Tuesdays series at Way Library looks at immigration

On Tuesday, September 10th at 7 pm, Way Library, in cooperation with the League of Women Voters of the Perrysburg Area (LWVPA), welcomes Dr. Dale Lanigan of Lourdes University. Dr. Lanigan, Chairperson of the Department of Sociology and Justice ...

Posted By: Rose Mills | Category: General Interests



Aug 28

Free Film and Discussion about Immigration at Way Library

On Thursday, September 12th at 10:30 a.m., WGTE and Way Library will present the documentary film “Immigrant Nation! The Battle for the Dream”. The film presents the modern immigrant rights movement in 2006 and 2007 through the story of ...

Posted By: Rose Mills | Category: General Interests



Aug 28

Register Now for New ESOL Class at Way Library

Way Public Library will offer a new class starting in September – English for Speakers of Other Languages. This class is geared towards adults who are non-native speakers of English and will focus on improving communication skills. ...

Posted By: Rose Mills | Category: Education



Aug 28

October 2013 Toledo Museum of Art Program Highlights

Fresh Impressions: Early Modern Japanese Prints Oct. 4, 2013–Jan. 1, 2014, Canaday Gallery During the 1930s the Toledo Museum of Art helped introduce modern Japanese prints to American audiences with two landmark exhibitions. These seminal ...

Posted By: Kelly Fritz Garrow | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Aug 28

Labor Day Weekend Adoption Specials

The Toledo Area Humane Society and Planned Pethood are once again teaming up to help furry friends in our community find forever homes! Beginning Friday, August 30 through Sunday, September 1, the Toledo Area Humane Society will be offering $25 ...

Posted By: Cyndi Condit | Category: Community Interest



Aug 28

Oliver Hazard Perry: Hero of Lake Erie

The Lourdes University Drama Society will kick-off its 2013-14 season on Tuesday, September 10, with a benefit performance of Oliver Hazard Perry: Hero of Lake Erie. The 35-minute monologue will feature Jeremy Meier who was commissioned by the Ohio ...

Posted By: Heather Hoffman | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Aug 28

Way Library to show 'Les Miserables' on Thursday, Sept. 5

Way Public Library will show the recent feature film ‘Les Miserables’ on Thursday, September 5 at 2 p.m. on the library’s lower level. Hugh Jackman stars as Jean Valjean, Russell Crowe as Inspector Javert, and Anne Hathaway as ...

Posted By: Rose Mills | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Aug 28

"STEM in the Park"

What do you get when you cross a giant bubble, a snake, and an electric vehicle? You get... STEM in the Park! STEM in the Park is a family day of hands-on fun at Bowling Green State University (rain or shine) featuring a free lunch (catered by Tony ...

Posted By: Susan | Category: Events



Aug 28

IMPRESSION Printmaking Exhibition

Maumee Valley Country Day School Wolfe Gallery 1715 South Reynolds Road, Toledo, Ohio 43614 Reception: Friday, August 30th, 2013, 6-8 pm Exhibition: August 19th - October 11th The Impression Exhibition is designed to showcase outstanding prints from ...

Posted By: Melissa Kuhl | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Aug 27

The Lourdes University Chorus Welcomes New Singers

The Lourdes University Chorus begins rehearsals for its 2103-2014 season on WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 28, 6 to 8 pm, in the Franciscan Center of Lourdes University and is welcoming new members. This season celebrates 30 years of the choral program at ...

Posted By: Karen T. Biscay | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Aug 26

Sylvania Chamber "Almost Oktoberfest" - September 14

The Sylvania Area Chamber of Commerce and Heidelberg Distributing announce “Almost Oktoberfest” to be held on September 14th at SOMO Park (located in downtown Sylvania, on Main and Monroe Streets and East of the Wingate Hotel) from 4PM ...

Posted By: Laura Glover | Category: Community Interest



Aug 26

Senior Discovery Days Return to the Zoo

Age has its benefits. With Tuesday free admission and special events, Senior Discovery Days let you explore the Toledo Zoo and see it in a whole new way, thanks to sponsorship support from Health Care REIT. Each Tuesday (September 3, 10, 17 and 24, ...

Posted By: Andi Norman | Category: Community Interest



Aug 26

Roofing Company Provides Free Roof to Needy Family

Toledo based Arnold’s Home Improvement has teamed up with the Toledo Mud Hens to offer one lucky and deserving family a free roof worth up to $11,000 in the Arnold’s Home Improvement “Raze The Roof” project. Owner and ...

Posted By: Stephanie Brown | Category: Community Interest



Aug 23

Dates Available For Booking Jill Scott

FOR SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY! For more information on booking JILL SCOTT for your events email to [email protected] Release Contact Name: Amber S. Hawkins Press Release Contact Email: [email protected] Organization Name: David ...

Posted By: Amber S. Hawkins | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Aug 23

Cancer Connection of NWO - Annual Art Auction Fundraiser

ANNUAL ART AUCTION TO BENEFIT CANCER PATIENTS AS WELL AS LOCAL ARTISTS Toledo, OH (August 13, 2013) — Cancer Connection of Northwest Ohio, Inc. (CCNWO) is holding its 5th annual Art Auction fundraiser on Saturday, September 21 from 7-10 PM. ...

Posted By: Jean Schoen | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Aug 22

Greater Toledo: Going Beyond Green Public Open House

The Toledo-Lucas County Sustainability Commission is happy to invite everyone to the Going Beyond Green open house. This is a chance for community members to learn about the Going Beyond Green sustainability plan and provide input as we continue to ...

Posted By: Melissa Greene | Category: Community Interest



Aug 21

Meet the Zoo's Animals at Feast with the Beasts

Whether you eat like a pig or eat like a bird, an elegant fundraiser gives you a chance to enjoy an amazing dinner while supporting the Toledo Zoo, its facilities, and all of its endeavors revolving around education and conservation. Feast with the ...

Posted By: Andrew Lisa | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Aug 21

Bring Your Baby to Mother Goose Storytime!

What rhymes with Toledo? If anyone would know, it's the fairest fowl in the history of nursery rhymes and fairy tales: Mother Goose - and she's coming to Ohio. Or at least her timeless fables are. Mother Goose Storytime is a fun and fantastic ...

Posted By: Andrew Lisa | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Aug 21

Wine Tasting & Art Gala

Every 4th Monday of the month Forrester's have a Wine Tasting & Art Gala. This month, August 26, will feature wines from around the world. Meet local artists such as Sharon Ropp, Mr. Atomic, & more. Enjoy appetizers & art while listening ...

Posted By: LaVonne Kujawa | Category: Events



Aug 21

Highly Acclaimed Musical Wicked Comes to Toledo

Toto, I don't think we're in Toledo anymore. Who needs to go to Broadway when Broadway is coming to you? Don't miss your chance to thrill the little ones - and yourself - with a night out at the Grammy- and Tony-Award-winning play Wicked, which is ...

Posted By: Andrew Lisa | Category: Arts and Entertainment