Press Releases


Jun 12

Watch it Grow Garden Tour Series at the Toledo Zoo

Stroll through the Toledo Zoo’s beautiful gardens and see how they grow, bloom and change throughout the season. A Master Gardener/Zoo horticulturist team will highlight different aspects of gardening each month, along with historical ...

Posted By: Andi Norman | Category: Community Interest



Jun 12

Lucas the Elephant's Second Birthday Celebration

On June 3, 2011, a 300-pound star was born in the Toledo Zoo. Although not quite at his seven-ton adult potential, Lucas the elephant calf is growing fast and celebrated his second birthday at the beginning of the month. A gaggle of local Lucas ...

Posted By: Andrew Lisa | Category: General News



Jun 12

Hollywood Casino's Summer Concert Series

Four more shows have been added to the casino’s outdoor summer concert series. Tickets for all shows are on sale now atwww.ticketweb.com and will be available at Hollywood Casino in their gift shop, Rodeo Drive starting Friday, June 14th. ...

Posted By: John McNamara | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Jun 12

Celebrate Summer at the Toledo Zoo

The Toledo Zoo offers great reasons to be your family’s summer destination. Visit toledozoo.org for more information about these and other upcoming events. Now through Sept. 2 Wild Walkabout, presented by Mercy 10 a.m. ...

Posted By: Andi Norman | Category: Community Interest



Jun 12

See One of Toledo's Best Acoustic Duos Every Tuesday Night

Breaking Ground is an acoustic duo who mix original material with cover songs to create performances that are popular with a broad audience. The musical group began appearing every Tuesday evening at Sukit Hookah, 3354 Dorr Street, Toledo, from 9 pm ...

Posted By: Sarah Boisvert | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Jun 12

Indulge During the 9th Annual Evening to Die For!

If you've ever wondered what it might be like to completely satiate yourself with sweet, decadent treats for one evening without guilt or regret, then you'll be bummed to know that earlier this month, the perfect opportunity to test your gustatory ...

Posted By: Bev Sninchak | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Jun 10

101-Year-Old Toledo Museum of Art Building

On Tuesday, May 21 the Toledo Museum of Art achieved a milestone in its 20-year effort to reduce energy consumption: its 101-year-old Beaux Arts main building stopped drawing power from the electrical grid and actually started returning power to the ...

Posted By: Kelly Fritz Garrow | Category: Community Interest



Jun 10

Maumee Valley Save-A-Pet 2013 Rummage Sale

Sale dates: June 13-15 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM daily. Sale location: Junior Fair Building, Lucas County Rec Center, 1406 Key St, Maumee OH. Questions, call 419-537-9663 or email [email protected] www.maumeevalleysaveapet.orgPress Release Contact Name: June ...

Posted By: June Remley | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Jun 07

Party on the Promenade returns to Promenade Park Sat July 20

Good Morning... Our names are Dave Sheperd and Rick Harlost. Wanted to add our event that is happening on July 20th, 2013. Gates open at Promenade Park at 3pm. We are including a copy of our face book page link ...

Posted By: Dave Sheperd | Category: Events



Jun 07

See "The Drowsy Chaperone" for Laughs and Music!

If you love music, yearn for the golden days of musical theatre and enjoy a good laugh then you must see “The Drowsy Chaperone” coming to the Toledo Repertoire Theatre June 7 – 23. Winner of two Tony Awards for Best Book and Best ...

Posted By: Sarah Boisvert | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Jun 07

Check Out the Wallaby Walkabout at the Toledo Zoo’s Vineyard

Adventure Close to Home For a change of pace without hopping on an international flight, you can plan a memorable adventure at the Toledo Zoo. This world-renowned zoo is home to the world's first Hippoquarium, an underwater viewing area where ...

Posted By: Sarah Boisvert | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Jun 06

Toledo Baby, LLC presents Shoecations . . . it's just that serious

SHOECATIONS ~Host DSW Inc Designer Shoe Warehouse What is Shoecations? ??Shoecations is a fun getaway where shoe lovers travel across the country to find hot and unique shoes! Shoecations is not just a trip but an experience. ??DSW Inc will be our ...

Posted By: Yiesha Beamon | Category: Events



Jun 06

Wood County Hospital: New Health Center Medical Director

Wood County Hospital has named Nicholas G. Espinoza, D.O. the new Medical Director of Falcon Health Center (FHC), the new $5 million student health center on the campus of Bowling Green State University (BGSU) in Bowling Green, Ohio. The FHC will be ...

Posted By: Catharine Harned | Category: Community Interest



Jun 06

2013 Brown Bag Summer Concert Series

Mark your calendars! Walk away from the water cooler and get ready to grab your blanket or lawn chair, favorite co-workers, family members and a brown bag full of munchies for the Toledo-Lucas County Public Library’s favorite lunchtime outdoor ...

Posted By: Rhonda Sewell | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Jun 06

June 13, 2013 Artwalk in Toledo Warehouse Disctrict 6-9pm

Sur Saint Clair Gallery is proud to participate in this summers Artwalks in the Toledo Warehouse District. For our first artwalk we will be featuring Shannon Parcell an exciting young artist who is working on her Bachelor Degree in Art at The ...

Posted By: Richard Rideout | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Jun 06

Start your own business

Aqua Hut is looking for a personal trainer who would like to start their own small facility. We have space plus a indoor 88 degree pool. If you know of someone who is interested. Please have them contact Jeff at 419-531-4655 for more information. ...

Posted By: Jeff Davis | Category: General News



Jun 06

In Another Garden tour in Old Orchard on June 15

In Another Garden, a tour of featuring 10 spectacular home gardens, will be held on Saturday, June 15. The event will be held in Old Orchard and tickets are $15 in advance or $20 the day of the tour. All proceeds will benefit the Toledo Day Nursery. ...

Posted By: Melissa Utterback | Category: Events



Jun 06

Embassy Estates Garage Sale June 5th- 6th

Embassy Estates Development on Brandywine Golf Course in Maumee - Monclova is having a community Garage Sale June 5th and 6th. It will be just Wednesday and Thursday from 8AM to 3PM. I23, W on Salisbury, Right on Byrnwyck West .25 mile to Embassy ...

Posted By: Cathy Smith | Category: Events



Jun 06

Sixth Annual NOWOH Art Show held at BGSU Art Galleries

Bowling Green State University (BGSU) Art Galleries is hosting the Sixth Annual Northwest Ohio (NOWOH) Community Art Exhibition. NOWOH is an annual event that supports regional artists by providing an opportunity to show their work in a professional ...

Posted By: Tori Simmon | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Jun 06

Fundraiser for Bible Quiz Team

Tuesday, June 18, Chick-Fil-A, located at 4260 W Sylvania Ave, will host a Spirit Night for the First Apostolic Church Junior Bible Quiz Teams 5:30-7:30pm. Funds from this event will go toward team and travel expenses. A portion from all meals ...

Posted By: Cindy | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Jun 06

Father’s Day Fun at the Toledo Zoo

The Toledo Zoo has been creating great family memories for generations, so it makes sense to spend Sunday, June 16 — Father’s Day — making a few new memories at the region’s top attraction. And with free admission for dads ...

Posted By: Andi Norman | Category: Community Interest



Jun 06

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

Book by Rachel Sheinkin, Music & Lyrics by William Finn July 12, 13 & 20, 2013 - 7:30 PM July 21, 2013 - 2:00 PM The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is a hilarious tale of overachievers' angst chronicling the experience of six ...

Posted By: Bruce Hannam | Category: Community Interest



Jun 06

PechaKucha Night and STAYCATION Kick-Off Party

On Friday June the 14th from 6:30- 10 p.m., The PRIZM, “Art-A-Fair Exhibition” currently on display at the Lobby of the Fifth-Third Building at One Seagate (550 N. Summit St.) will be the location of a FREE and open to public Kick-off ...

Posted By: PRIZM Creative Community | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Jun 03

Black Swamp Hosta Society Hosta Show

The Black Swamp Hosta and Daylily Society is hosting an American Hosta Society accredited hosta show on Sunday, June 23rd. “Happy Hostas” will be held in the Conference Room at Toledo Botanical Garden, 5403 Elmer Street, Toledo. The ...

Posted By: Charlene Patz | Category: Events



Jun 03

Notre Dame Academy Athletic Boosters Golf Outing

The Notre Dame Athletic Boosters are sponsoring a fund raiser for the Academy at Bedford Hills Golf Course in Temperance Michigan on Saturday July 20th. Hole in one prize is $25,000 along with a four man scramble and other games and lunch. Shotgun ...

Posted By: James Lippert | Category: Events



Jun 03

Light The Night Walk

TOLEDO, Ohio -- The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s annual Light The Night Walk returns to Toledo, Sunday, October 20, at SeaGate Centre in downtown Toledo. Festivities will begin at 5 p.m. and the walk begins promptly at 7 p.m. Light the ...

Posted By: Peggy Stephens | Category: Events



May 30

Local Computer Training Company Releases Updated Website 6/1

A fresh new look to Your Computer Needs of Toledo, LLC's website will be released June 1, 2013. The company's website will continue to provide onsite computer training and consulting. The company will also have expanded online computer trainings, ...

Posted By: Amber S. Hawkins | Category: Business



May 30

Book Celebrities and Artists Online

David Bolds Management & Booking Agency, in Association with Pay! Up! Management/Mickey Bentson, specializes in providing the best in celebrity bookings for your concerts, club openings, festivals, weddings, walkthroughs, special appearances, ...

Posted By: VPO Division | Category: Arts and Entertainment



May 29

The Drowsy Chaperone Wraps up Rep's 80th Season

THE DROWSY CHAPERONE WRAPS UP REP’S 80TH SEASON Tickets are now on sale for the Toledo Rep’s final presentation of their 80th Anniversary Season, with the hilarious musical The Drowsy Chaperone, with book by Bob Martin and Don McKellar ...

Posted By: Steve Burnette | Category: Arts and Entertainment



May 29

Establishing Modern Japanese Woodcut Prints in North America

In 1930 the Toledo Museum of Art played a critical role in popularizing modern Japanese woodblock prints in North America by organizing the largest exhibition ever devoted to the movement and producing an authoritative catalog to accompany it on its ...

Posted By: Kelly Fritz Garrow | Category: Community Interest