Press Releases


Sep 05

Lourdes University 2017 Homecoming & Family Weekend

Lourdes U is bringing in the fall semester with a bang this year as our Homecoming and Family Weekend events will be one's that you don't want to miss. Beginning on Friday, September 29 through Sunday, October 1, there will be fun filled events ...

Posted By: Julian Johnson | Category: Community Interest



Sep 05

Silent Witness Project

On Monday, October 2nd at the Franciscan center on Lourdes University campus, the Bethany House presents the Silent Witness Project at 7 p.m. A national initiative, the Silent Witness Project honors and memorializes girls and women killed in acts of ...

Posted By: Julian Johnson | Category: Community Interest



Sep 05

Toledo Area Catholic High School Night

On Tuesday, October 3rd Lourdes University hosts the annual Toledo Area Catholic High School Night from 6:30-8 p.m. at the state-of-the-art Franciscan Center. This event will give access to representatives from some of the top colleges and ...

Posted By: Julian Johnson | Category: Education



Sep 05

Healthcare and Social Services Career Expo

Join Lourdes University on Wednesday, October 4th at the Franciscan Center where the Healthcare and Social Services Career Expo will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. Register at www.lourdes.edu/career-success/. For more information call Career Services at ...

Posted By: Julian Johnson | Category: Events



Sep 05

7th Annual Zero Waste Lunch

Are you eco-friendly? Maybe you are just aware about what a healthy diet and lifestyle can do, for not only yourself but the environment. Well if this is the case then we welcome you to be apart of the 7th annual Zero Waste Lunch from 11:45 a.m. to ...

Posted By: Julian Johnson | Category: Health



Sep 05

"The Sultan and the Saint"

The Sylvania Franciscan Village in collaboration with Masjid Saad Foundation offer “The Sultan and the Saint: An Approach to Christian Muslim Dialogue” from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Franciscan Center beginning on October 9th. This six-week ...

Posted By: Julian Johnson | Category: Community Interest



Sep 05

4th Annual Blood Drive in Honor of Tim Berta

The Red Cross Club of Lourdes University hosts its 4th annual blood drive in honor of alumnus Tim Berta from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, October 12th. The blood drive will be held at the state-of-the-art Franciscan Center located on the ...

Posted By: Julian Johnson | Category: Health



Sep 05

Hospice Memorial Service

Come out and support ProMedica Flower Hospital on Sunday, October 15th as they offer their Hospice Memorial Service at 4 p.m. at the Franciscan Center. For more information, call 419-824-8840.Press Release Contact Name: Julian Johnson Press Release ...

Posted By: Julian Johnson | Category: Community Interest



Sep 05

Father Jim Bacik Presents: Catholic Lutheran Dialogue

The Sylvania Franciscan Village presents a Father Jim Bacik lecture on Thursday, October 19th as it will focus on Catholic Lutheran Dialogue from 5:30 to 7 p.m. This lecture will take place at the state-of-the-art Franciscan Center, located on ...

Posted By: Julian Johnson | Category: Events



Sep 05

The Story of the European Witch and Medieval Women

The Lourdes University Lifelong Learning program presents The Story of the European Witch and Medieval Women at 10 a.m. with Dr. Christine Neufeld, Professor of Literature at Eastern Michigan University. Learn about the rise of the European ...

Posted By: Julian Johnson | Category: Community Interest



Sep 05

Political Forum

On Tuesday, October 24th Lourdes University and the Sylvania Area Chamber of Commerce are hosting a Political Forum for all Sylvania and Sylvania Township candidates from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Franciscan Center. Candidates are asked to register on the ...

Posted By: Julian Johnson | Category: Community Interest



Sep 05

20 North Gallery Artist Talk: Craig Fisher and Dan Hernandez

Craig Fisher and Dan Hernandez of “In Otherworlds” to speak at free event Toledo, OH—September 1, 2017. 20 North Gallery and the exhibiting artists of “In Otherworlds,” printmaker Craig Fisher and digital/new media ...

Posted By: Eric L. Hillenbrand | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Aug 31

Six-week program focuses on Christian Muslim Dialogue

The Sylvania Franciscan Village in collaboration with Masjid Saad Foundation offers “The Sultan and the Saint: An Approach to Christian Muslim Dialogue,” a six-week series of small group transformational dialogue that seeks to bring ...

Posted By: Helene Sheets | Category: Education



Aug 31

2017 Hockey For Habitat

Looking to have fun while raising money to build and repair homes in Wood County, Ohio?! Come join us September 30th to watch 8 teams compete for the title of Tournament Champion! There will be food, kids activities, games, auction items and more! ...

Posted By: Claire | Category: Community Interest



Aug 31

Betco Corporation® Achieves 2017 Network Supplier Innovation

Bowling Green, OH – Betco Corporation® is excited to announce one of our latest innovations, the Compass™ Hand Hygiene Program, won the 2017 Network Supplier Innovation Award in the Dispensing Technology category! Voted by Network ...

Posted By: Aaron Alexis | Category: Health



Aug 31

Screenagers Film, by Safe & Sound Families

Safe and Sound Families presents "Screenagers" , a film about the impact of the digital age on children. Join us Thursday, October 5th from 6:30PM - 8:30 PM at the Maumee Indoor Theatre. The tickets are $7.00 each and you can find more information ...

Posted By: Nicki McLeod | Category: Events



Aug 31

Momentum Glass, Arts and Music Festival September 15-17

Momentum - Hot Glass | Cool Music is a three-day festival of music and art in downtown Toledo, Ohio with a focus on the revitalizing waterfront. It will be the first festival in the newly renovated Promenade Park! The event celebrates Toledo's rich ...

Posted By: Matt Rubin | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Aug 31

YWCA of Northwest Ohio Press Release about Charlottesville

A Message about Charlottesville from the CEO of the YWCA of Northwest Ohio In the wake of the tragic events of Charlottesville, on behalf of the YWCA at Northwest Ohio I send my condolences to the family of Heather Heyer and the other Americans who ...

Posted By: Marla | Category: Community Interest



Aug 31

International Festival 2017

What: The 17th Annual International Festival When: Saturday, September 9 & Sunday, September 10, 2017 Where: Islamic Center of Greater Toledo Free ADMISSION The 17th Annual International Festival at the Islamic Center of Greater Toledo ...

Posted By: Ahmad Taouil | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Aug 31

Apples for Everyone - Volunteers Needed

It's that time of year again! Volunteer for the 9th Annual Apples for Everyone! Apples for Everyone began 9 years ago as Johnston Fruit Farms generously opened up rows of the orchard to be picked and donated to those serviced by SeaGate Food Bank. ...

Posted By: Angi | Category: Community Interest



Aug 31

Offline Art Exhibition

The Wolfe Gallery at Maumee Valley Country Day School is featuring Offline an exhibition of artworks from a multi-generational family of artists, The Dorr Street Studio. The artists include Lisa Holman (MVCDS Parent and Grandparent), Jessica ...

Posted By: Melissa Kuhl | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Aug 31

Pottery Classes for Adults and Children

TOLEDO POTTERS' GUILD PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 19, 2017 TO: All News Media FROM: Toledo Potters' Guild, (419) 535-6937 RE: Pottery and clay classes for adults and children starting the week of September 11, 2017 This information ...

Posted By: Stephen Johnston | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Aug 31

Fall RV Show at the Shops of Fallen Timbers

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE For Information Contact Dave Brown (419) 882-7572 FALL RV SHOW AT THE SHOPS OF FALLEN TIMBERS The Northwest Ohio RV Dealers present their Free Fall RV Show, September 8-10, 2017 at The Shops at Fallen Timbers in Maumee. ...

Posted By: Dave Brown | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Aug 31

Fall Festival

The Traumatic Brain Injury Resource Center will host its first Fall Festival on Saturday, September 30, 2017 from 10 AM to 5 PM in the parking lot in front of the Center. This family-oriented event features: Children’s games Both children and ...

Posted By: Jackie Moore | Category: Community Interest



Aug 31

The Cemetery Club (Comedy)

The Village Players Theatre is delighted to present the "The Cemetery Club" by Ivan Menchell, sometimes characterized as "Steel Magnolias meets Golden Girls" this heartfelt comedy tells the story of three Jewish widows who meet once a month for tea ...

Posted By: Public Relations | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Aug 31

Discover the Oasis In Space at the Appold Planetarium

Embark on a startling and beautiful voyage through our universe, Galaxy and Solar System in search of water – a key ingredient for life on Earth. Presented by the Appold Planetarium, Oasis In Space offers a new perspective on a substance of ...

Posted By: Julian Johnson | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Aug 31

Explore Your Master’s Degree Opportunities With Lourdes

The Lourdes University Graduate School is offering Open Houses on the following dates between 6 and 8 p.m. at its headquarters in the Canticle Center, 5335 Silica Drive in Sylvania. · Tuesday, October 24, 2017 · Tuesday, November 14, ...

Posted By: Julian Johnson | Category: Education



Aug 31

Celebrity Wait Night assists student scholarship fund

On Monday, September 11, northwest Ohio’s best will serve their friends, family and colleagues at Lourdes University’s annual Celebrity Wait Night. The fun event begins at 6 p.m. at the Real Seafood Company at the Docks in Toledo, Ohio. ...

Posted By: Julian Johnson | Category: Community Interest



Aug 31

Lourdes University Fall Visit Days

This fall, prospective students and their families can discover more about Lourdes University during Visit Days. From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., each fun-filled visit day provides individuals with a campus tour of our beautiful grounds and amazing ...

Posted By: Julian Johnson | Category: Education



Aug 31

S.A.V.E. Announces 2017-2018 Public Lecture Series

Science Alliance for Valuing the Environment, Inc. (S.A.V.E.) is offering the following free public lectures at the Franciscan Center of Lourdes University, 6832 Convent Blvd., in Sylvania. The lectures are offered from 7:30 to 9 p.m., are free and ...

Posted By: Julian Johnson | Category: Events