Press Releases


Apr 27

"Big Fish - the Musical"

St. Francis de Sales High School presents “Big Fish – the Musical” at 7:30 pm at the Franciscan Center located on the Lourdes University campus. The musical will take place at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, May 5th. If you are afraid you ...

Posted By: Julian Johnson | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Apr 27

S.A.V.E. Awards Night and Dessert Buffet

Join us at the Franciscan Center located on the Lourdes University campus on Tuesday, May 2nd as the Science Alliance for Valuing the Environment (S.A.V.E.) Inc. presents the 2017 S.A.V.E. Awards Night and Dessert Buffet from 6 to 8:30 p.m. RSVP to ...

Posted By: Julian Johnson | Category: Community Interest



Apr 27

MSN Nursing Capstone Research Projects

Clear your schedule on Tuesday, May 2nd as Lourdes University Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) students with concentrations in Education and Leadership will present their MSN Nursing Capstone Research Projects from 4 to 7:30 p.m. followed by a ...

Posted By: Julian Johnson | Category: Community Interest



Apr 24

The Toledo Farmers’ Market is proud to present the Largest Flower and Garden Event in Northwest Ohio

28th Annual - Flower Day WeekendSaturday “Market Day” - May 27, 2017 – 8 to 2Sunday “Flower Day” - May 28, 2017 – 8 to 3Monday “Market Day” - May 29, 2017 – 8 to 2On Saturday, May 27, and then ...

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Apr 24

Shine the Light on Abilities Gala Fundraiser

Shine the Light on Abilities Gala Fundraiser Food, Live Music & Silent Auction $65 per person / $500 per table of 8 Franciscan Center at Lourdes University July 6th, 2017 6:30pm-9:00pm Email for tickets: [email protected] iDance APAC 151 N. ...

Posted By: Vivian Schouten | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Apr 24

Upper School Art Exhibition

The Wolfe Gallery at Maumee Valley Country Day School is featuring an exhibition of artworks from students in the Upper School visual arts classes and digital arts classes at Maumee Valley Country Day School, The students in AP 2D and Honors Color ...

Posted By: Melissa Kuhl | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Apr 24

Bouquet of Blessings for Rebekah's Haven

Sylvania Women’s Connection West invites all ladies to our next luncheon “Bouquet of Blessings for Rebekah’s Haven” on Friday, May 12, 2017 from 11:15 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. at Highland Meadows Golf Club, 7455 Erie St., Sylvania, ...

Posted By: Terri Rood | Category: Community Interest



Apr 20

13th Annual Research & Scholarship Symposium scheduled

Lourdes University is pleased to host the 13th annual Research & Scholarship Symposium on Monday, April 24 from 4 to 9 p.m. at the Franciscan Center, 6832 Convent Blvd., in Sylvania. The event is free and open to the public. The annual symposium ...

Posted By: Helene Sheets | Category: Education



Apr 20

Father Jim Bacik 2017 Easter Lecture Series details

The Sylvania Franciscan Village is pleased to share revised details about the 2017 Father Jim Bacik Easter Season Lecture Series. The lectures are held from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the Franciscan Center of Lourdes University, 6832 Convent Blvd., in ...

Posted By: Helene Sheets | Category: Community Interest



Apr 20

59th Lourdes University Commencement Announced

On Saturday, May 13, Lourdes University President Mary Ann Gawelek, Ed.D., will confer bachelor and master’s degrees during the 59th commencement exercises. Clyde S. Scoles, Director of the Toledo-Lucas County Public Library will provide the ...

Posted By: Julian Johnson | Category: Community Interest



Apr 20

Four Days of Guts, Goop, & Ooze: Camp Scrubs, Mercy College

Mercy College invites aspiring healthcare professionals for four days of guts, goop, and ooze. Camp Scrubs, summer camp for kids entering 6th through 9th grade, gives campers firsthand experiences of what it takes to be a healthcare ...

Posted By: Jen Skeldon | Category: Education



Apr 20

Remembering Det. Keith Dressel

Thursday, May 18, 2017. 11am to 10pm. Hooter's 4782 Monroe St., Toledo, Ohio. Come join Keith's family and friends to honor his memory. All are invited. Buffet includes, salad, mini burgers, wings, fries, fried pickles and choice of iced tea or ...

Posted By: Diane Miscannon | Category: Community Interest



Apr 20

Maumee Valley Announces the Bowtie Guys Concert

The Bowtie Boys at Maumee Valley Country Day School invite you to a special performance on Wednesday, May 10th at 7:00pm in the Millennium Theater. The Bowtie Guys, made up of students Evan Heritage ’19, Alex Evans ’18, Daniel Cagle ...

Posted By: Melissa Kuhl | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Apr 20

Free Cookie at Zoup! Maumee with Student ID

We know exam season is approaching, and Zoup! Maumee wants to offer University students and staff members something to make it easier. Please visit our Zoup! location in Maumee and receive a FREE cookie with a purchase of a Bowl of soup, or any ...

Posted By: Mike Haskins | Category: Education



Apr 20

Walk a Mile in Her Shoes

To wrap up Sexual Assault Awareness Month, Lourdes University will be hosting the Walk a Mile in Her Shoes event that will encourage fellowship and tie exercise in with a good cause. The walk will start on Friday, April 21 at 1 p.m. at the start ...

Posted By: Julian Johnson | Category: Community Interest



Apr 20

Yoga Therapy for Adults, Teens & Kids - Classes start May 11

A growing body of research supports the therapeutic benefits of yoga. Yoga Therapy for Adults empowers students by developing their strength and skills to deal with issues such as Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Eating ...

Posted By: Jessi Farley, LPC, E-RYT200 | Category: Events



Apr 20

Free Wood County Plant Exchange

The free Wood County Plant Exchange is the morning of Sat. April 29 in the Wood County Fairgrounds at Haskins and Poe roads on the north side of Bowling Green. It will accept plants and gently-used garden items from 9 to 10 a.m. and will begin the ...

Posted By: Tahree Lane | Category: Community Interest



Apr 20

Power of the Promise

Susan G. Komen Northwest Ohio® will host breast cancer activist Polly Letofsky at its Power of the Promise fundraising event on April 27, 2017 from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. at The Premier. Polly was the first American woman to walk around the world. It ...

Posted By: Desmond Strooh | Category: Community Interest



Apr 20

24th Annual Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure® in Toledo

The Susan G. Komen Northwest Ohio Race for the Cure® 5K and Family Fun Walk events will be Saturday, Sept. 23, 2017 in Findlay and Sunday, Sept. 24, 2017 in Toledo. These Races raise money to fund life-saving breast health services in our ...

Posted By: Desmond Strooh | Category: Community Interest



Apr 20

The Federal Budget: A Moral Document

Join us on Thursday, May 25 at 5:30pm as Father Jim Bacik examines the administration’s proposed budget from the viewpoint of social justice.Tickets are $35 for the series, $10 per lecture in advance or $15 per lecture at the door. Register at ...

Posted By: Julian Johnson | Category: Community Interest



Apr 20

Political Discourse Today: Is Truth Dead?

Join us on Thursday, May 18 at the state-of-the-art Franciscan Center located on the Lourdes University campus, as Father Jim Bacik explores the destructive effects of our current political debate which suffers from polarized rhetoric, alternative ...

Posted By: Julian Johnson | Category: Community Interest



Apr 20

Trump's American Fiscal Policy: A Theological Critique

As apart of Father Jim Bacik's Easter Lecture Series, Lourdes University invites you to come be part of an evaluation, on Thursday, April 27, of Trump's approach to domestic and foreign policies from the perspective of Catholic social teaching on ...

Posted By: Julian Johnson | Category: Events



Apr 20

Run With Joe: POSE Method Running Clinic, Sun. April 23

Spring is Here - Get Running! Always wanted to run, but not sure how to get started? Want to run a 5k, 10k, or marathon and have your first race not be your last? Want to best your PR - Increase your efficiency and speed, while avoiding injury. ...

Posted By: Joe Sparks | Category: Sports



Apr 10

SAVE Lectures asks, “What’s the Big Deal?”

Science Alliance for Valuing the Environment, Inc. (S.A.V.E.) presents Bethany Deakins, Coordinator of Live Well Greater Toledo, on Tuesday, April 25, from 7:30 – 9 p.m. in the Franciscan Center of Lourdes University, 6832 Convent Blvd., in ...

Posted By: Helene Sheets | Category: Education



Apr 10

Grand Opening of Toledo's 1000 Degrees Neapolitan Pizza

***Grand Opening & Free Pizza Day for 1000 Degrees Neapolitan Pizzeria of Toledo, Ohio, Thursday, April 13th 2017**: Please join us in celebrating the Toledo, Ohio 1000 Degrees Neapolitan Style Pizzeria (located at 5380 Monroe St, Toledo, Ohio, ...

Posted By: Jamie Orians | Category: Community Interest



Apr 10

Damaged Goods Comedy Improve Troupe at 20 North Gallery

Professional Improv Comedy Troupe, Damaged Goods Is Coming To Toledo For One Weekend Only Improv troupe to perform at 20 North Gallery April 21st & 22nd Dam Good Tour Starring Damaged Goods Improv Live at 20 North Gallery 18 N St Clair St ...

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



Apr 10

Women of Toledo Intergenerational High Tea

You are cordially invited to join Women of Toledo as we host an Intergenerational High Tea in celebration of women and generations! On Sunday, April 30th, we hope you’ll join us to enjoy the beautifully scenic surroundings of the Brandywine ...

Posted By: Danielle Reddick | Category: Community Interest



Apr 10

Women of Toledo: Toledo Macaron Day

What is Macaron Day? Inspired by the annual Jour du Macaron in Paris, in which free macarons are given out and proceeds are given to charity. The patrons of So Sweet will receive one free macaron in exchange for making a donation to Women of Toledo, ...

Posted By: Danielle Reddick | Category: Community Interest



Apr 07

Stop Gerrymandering: A Community Forum on Drawing Fair District

The topic of gerrymandering is one that has been garnering attention in the recent months since the 2016 election. The practice of gerrymandering has had an enormous impact on how our legislature, and consequently, our Nation’s laws have been ...

Posted By: Natalie Morgan | Category: Events



Apr 07

National Museum of the Great Lakes makes significant donation to BGSU University Libraries

(Toledo, OH) April 6, 2017 - The University Libraries at Bowling Green State University has greatly expanded its collection of Great Lakes research materials thanks to a significant donation from the National Museum of the Great Lakes, which is ...

Posted By: Anna M. Kolin | Category: General News