Press Releases


Jun 20

WGTE Free Family Fun Day on July 1

What do Clifford the Big Red Dog, the Cat in the Hat and Super Why! have in common? They'll be at WGTE's Family Fun Day on Sunday, July 1 from 1-4 p.m. at WGTE, 1270 South Detroit Avenue! The event, sponsored by the Conda Family, is free and open ...

Posted By: Jamie Pierman | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Jun 20

Toledo Zoo Names Jeff Sailer as New Executive Director

Following a nearly five-month search, this evening the Toledo Zoo Board of Directors announced the selection of Jeff Sailer as the Zoo’s new executive director, effective August 1. “Mr. Sailer brings extensive zoo experience and is ...

Posted By: Andi Norman | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Jun 20

Madison Avenue Band to perform at St Pat's Festival

Saturday night (June 23) is going to be an excellent night to stop out to the Heatherdowns St Pat's festival to support a great local mission. On stage will be one of Toledo's biggest bands -quite literally! Madison Avenue is a 10-piece classic rock ...

Posted By: Mark Work | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Jun 20

Lillian Swartz, Stepping Out To Cure Scleroderma Walk/Run

Lillian Swartz, Stepping Out to Cure Scleroderma When: Sunday June 24, 2012 Time: Registration 7:30 am Run/Walk 9:00 am Where: The University of Toledo Medical Center Mulford Library 3000 Arlington Ave. Toledo Ohio 43614Press Release Contact Name: ...

Posted By: Jerri Sue DeTray SF Support group leader | Category: Health



Jun 20

Extreme Heat Brings Brown Bag Concert Indoors Today

Today’s Brown Bag Concert at Main Library is being moved indoors because of extreme heat conditions. Today’s concert features Glinda’s Bubble (Adult Rock.) The concert will begin at 12:15 in the Wintergarden at Main Library, 325 ...

Posted By: Rhonda Sewell | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Jun 20

@cess Center To Offer Free Computer Classes

The Kent Branch @CCESS Center, 3101 Collingwood Blvd., will be offering FREE training and computer classes for anyone who is interested in learning about and gaining more access to the technology that is available. The Kent Branch @CCESS Center ...

Posted By: Rhonda Sewell | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Jun 20

Sylvania's Rockin BBQ July 13, 2012

Join us in Downtown Sylvania for the 'Sylvania Idol' contest, followed by live music with "The Travelers". Enjoy beer, wine and BBQ! Admission $5. Food and alcohol tickets sold separately. Must be 18. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. If you ...

Posted By: Shannon | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Jun 20

Main Library Will Soon Accept Passport Applications

When you are taking a trip out of the country, your first stop can be Main Library! Go no farther than the Main Library to fill out your passport application. The service will start July 9. The downtown Library is approved by the U.S. State ...

Posted By: Rhonda Sewell | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Jun 20

Toledo Mud Hens & Kroger host Food Drive Fridays

The Toledo Mud Hens and Kroger are joining forces to host “Food Drive Fridays” at three Mud Hens home games throughout the season. The first Food Drive will take place on Friday, June 22nd at the 7 p.m. game vs. Lehigh Valley. Fans ...

Posted By: Cheri Pastula | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Jun 20

Under The Bridge Classic Car & Motorcycle Show

The One Village Council will host their first "Under The Bridge" Classic Car & Motorcycle show fundraiser bJune 24 noon-7pm along Water St.(between Lagrange & King Bridge) * registration is $10 for either car & motorcycle * trophies for ...

Posted By: ramon perez | Category: Community Interest



Jun 20

Josina Lott 5k and 11th Annual LAWN GAMES - June 23, 2012

Please join us for our 5K run and 1-Mile walk at our 11th annual Lawn Games on SATURDAY, JUNE 23, 2012. Registration for the 5K/1-Mile Walk begins at 7:30 a.m., with the race/walk beginning at 8:30 a.m. REGISTER NOW!! There are still spaces ...

Posted By: Carol Parcell | Category: Events



Jun 18

Reggae Band Groovemaster to Perform at Music at the Market

Raggae band Groovemaster will be the featured entertainers at Music at the Market, Thursday, June 21, 7 p.m. at Commodore Square, 140 E. Indiana, Perrysburg. Presented by Perrysburg Area Arts Council and sponsored by the City of Perrysburg, the ...

Posted By: Kay Mathias | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Jun 18

FREE Family Film Festival

Free Family Film Festival runs every Monday and Thursday at 10am for 9 weeks beginning June 11, 2012 until August 9, 2012. Film titles for the festival are as follows: Week 1: Cats & Dogs 2 Week 2: Legend of the Guardians Week 3: Yogi Bear Week ...

Posted By: Gwendolyn Griffin | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Jun 18

Zion Lutheran Church Annual Ice Cream Social

Zion Lutheran Church 8307 Memorial Hwy. (Old US 223) Ottawa Lake Michigan Is having our annual Ice Cream Social on Sunday JULY 29, 2012 from 4:00 pm to7:00 pm. Ice Cream with toppings will be served and also sandwiches, hot dogs, and chips. Cost is ...

Posted By: Norman Gregory | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Jun 18

Dream Interpretation With Janet Amid

In conjunction with the Toledo-Lucas County Public Library’s Summer Reading Club (SRC) theme, “Dream Big READ!”, several branch locations will host programs for adult participants of SRC. We invite you to participate in our series, ...

Posted By: Rhonda Sewell | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Jun 18

Understanding Cash Flow: Workshop for Small Business Owners

The Toledo-Lucas County Public Library is scheduled to present a FREE event titled Understanding Cash Flow: A Workshop for Small Business Owners from 6-8:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 26 at the Kent Branch Library @CCESS Center, 3010 Collingwood Blvd. ...

Posted By: Rhonda Sewell | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Jun 18

Computer Works of Toledo Featured in Small Business Review

Computer Works of Toledo is featured in the June Issue of Abec's Small Business Review. In the article, CWT Solutions Advisor, Mike Bentz, talks of 'What Computer Works Offers that the Big Chains Do Not.' Abec's Small Business Review's Kristy ...

Posted By: Jen Scherer | Category: Business



Jun 18

Judan Judo Car Wash Fund-Rasier

Judan Judo a non-profit organization will be having a Car Wash Fund-Raiser on Saturday, June 23 from noon til 4 PM at Ralphie's on Navarre Ave. in Oregon DONATIONS ACCEPTED! All Donations will benefit the students of Judan Judo! Please consider ...

Posted By: Jody Reuter | Category: Events



Jun 15

Spider-Man at 50 Featuring Jim Beard

The Toledo-Lucas County Public Library invites all to celebrate SPIDER-MAN at 50! with local comic book writer and historian Jim Beard scheduled from 6:30-8 p.m. next Tuesday, June 19 in the McMaster Center at Main Library, 325 Michigan St. ...

Posted By: Rhonda Sewell | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Jun 15

Local Children's Book Author, Deanna Chase Book Signing

Deanna Chase will be at INPROCESS this Saturday, June 16th at 2:00 PM! She will be reading her children's grief therapy book, "Missing Aaron". Deanna will be available to answer questions, and sign copies. Stories are a powerful way to share and ...

Posted By: Jackie Grey | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Jun 14

Feed Lucas County Children fundraiser fights child hunger

Dear Friends, I'd like you to join us for an evening of great fun, food, and music that supports a terrific cause - childhood hunger. Feed Lucas County Children's (FLCC) fundraiser, “Eat to the Beat,” takes place on Sunday, June 24th, ...

Posted By: Tony Zarembski | Category: Events



Jun 14

2nd Annual Fatherhood Walk

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Toledo, OH, June 11, 2012 – RESTORE Inc., is hosting Its 2nd Annual Fatherhood Walk. The walk takes place on Saturday, June 16th (10-2:00) on the campus of Central Catholic High School. The walk is part of RESTORE Inc. ...

Posted By: Mark Robinson | Category: Events



Jun 12

Summer Activities At The 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. Daily through Mon. Sept. 3 Animal Demonstrations Times vary See your favorite Zoo ...

Posted By: Andi Norman | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Jun 12

HS exchange organization seeks families for private schools

ASSE International Private High School Programs, in cooperation with your local private high school, is seeking local families to host high school boys and girls for area private schools. Students are highly motivated and come with an enthusiasm to ...

Posted By: Cara Roberts | Category: Education



Jun 11

Free Replacements for Leaky Gas Caps

A leaky gas cap could cost a motorist a full tank of gas every year. And the vapors from gas and diesel fuels contribute to the formation of ground level ozone. The Toledo Metropolitan Area Council of Governments (TMACOG) and the City of Toledo ...

Posted By: Mary Pat McCarthy | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Jun 11

Cakewalkin' Jass Band to Kickoff Music at the Market

Cakewalkin' Jass Band of Toledo will kick-off the Perrysburg Area Arts Council 2012 Summer Music at the Market series, Thursday, June 14, 7 p.m. at Commodore Square, 140 E. Indiana, Perrysburg. Sponsored by the City of Perrysburg, Music at the ...

Posted By: Kay Mathias | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Jun 11

My Special Agent Releases Self-Titled EP

My Special Agent is a starburst of pop culture allegory that has been described as “a cross-genre, cult is classic, cataclysm of sound that is as unforgettable as it is unique” with "spacey soundscapes and techno-lyrics that sublimely ...

Posted By: Liz Owens Boltz | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Jun 11

Pizza Palooza 2012 Plans Announced

Who has the best pizza in Northwest Ohio? Northwest Ohio will find out on July 27 and 28 The Sylvania Area Chamber of Commerce and the Sylvania Area Joint Recreation District present Pizza Palooza, sponsored by Kistler Ford at Centennial Terrace, ...

Posted By: Pat Nowak | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Jun 11

7th Annual "Chicks Mix" to be Held at Botanical Garden

TOLEDO, Ohio – Girls and women of all ages will be enjoying a night on the town while helping a local organization. Chicks for Charity, an informal group of more than 1,800 women who want to give back to the community, is hosting Chicks Mix ...

Posted By: Jackie Zureich | Category: Events



Jun 11

Harrison Rally Day-Call for Artists

Perrysburg Area Arts Council (PAAC) is now accepting applications for participation in the 2012 Rally for the Arts. Visual artists and crafters of hand-made work are encouraged to apply for this segment of the Annual Harrison Rally Day. Co-sponsored ...

Posted By: Kay Mathias | Category: Arts and Entertainment