Press Releases - Community Interest


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

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

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



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

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

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

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

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

Toledo Community Open House

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is hosting a community open house event Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. invites the Toledo community to attend an open house to learn more about the company’s planned Hot Briquetted Iron (HBI) plant to be built in East Toledo. ...

Posted By: Patricia Persico | Category: Community Interest



Aug 31

Race for the Cure Registration Weekend

The 2017 Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure registration and packet pickup will take place on Saturday, September 16 from 10am-4pm and Sunday, September 17 from 11am-3pm at the Franklin Park Mall Food Court.Press Release Contact Name: Stephanie Smith ...

Posted By: Stephanie Smith | Category: Community Interest



Aug 31

25th Annual Disalle/Hospice of NW Ohio Golf Outling

When: September 14th 2017 Where: Riverby Hills Golf Club Bowling Green OhioPress Release Contact Name: Lorie Gater Press Release Contact Email: [email protected] Press Release Contact Phone: 4193402480 Organization Name: Disalle Real ...

Posted By: Lorie Gater | Category: Community Interest



Aug 31

Grant Awarded to Local NonProfit

Toledo, Ohio, (August 3, 2017) – The Board of Trustees of the Waterville Community Foundation, an affiliate of Toledo Community Foundation, has approved a grant from the Katherine R. Smith Fund for Abused Children to Children’s Rights ...

Posted By: Erin OBryan | Category: Community Interest



Aug 14

Ambulatory Detox Center Opens in Downtown Toledo

Zepf Center is excited to announce the opening of its new Ambulatory Detox Unit as of July 2017. Serving up to 12-16 people per day, this unit creates an additional level of care and expanded access for those in need of drug addiction services here ...

Posted By: Norine Wasielewski | Category: Community Interest



Aug 06

FREE Community Event at the National Museum of the Great Lakes Historic First Responders Honored at First Responder Fest

August 3, 2017 (Toledo, Ohio)–The National Museum of the Great Lakes is pleased to announce an upcoming free community event that will take place on Saturday, August 19, 2017 from 10am-3pm on the grounds of the museum. First Responder Fest is ...

Posted By: Anna M. Kolin | Category: Community Interest



Aug 06

Scott Alumni Weekend 2017

Friday Aug 11th - Meet & Greet 50's & 60's, Peacock Bar, 2007 Monroe, 5pm - until. 70's, Our Brothers Place, 233 N. Huron, 7pm - until (cover charge) 80's & 90's The Agenda Sports Bar, 159 Matzinger Rd. 8pm - until (cover charge) 00's ...

Posted By: John Glover | Category: Community Interest



Aug 01

YWCA-Pollyball Health Fair

FREE!The YWCA of Northwest of Ohio is collaboration with Pollyball is sponsoring a free health fair Friday, August 4, 2017 at 1018 Jefferson Avenue, Toledo, OH 43604. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be over 40 vendors sharing important community ...

Posted By: Winda Birt | Category: Community Interest



Jul 21

Metroparks Receives Federal Funding to Develop North Toledo Park

Metroparks will receive $475,000 from a federal grant to establish a 70-acre park at a North Toledo wetland known as Manhattan Marsh. The land is near Bassett Street, Manhattan Boulevard and Suder Avenue. Nearby is Toledo Public Schools’ Chase ...

Posted By: Scott Carpenter | Category: Community Interest



Jul 09

Chevy and Jeep Raffle Supports Custom Bell to be installed at Park’s 911 First Responders Last Call Memorial

SYLVANIA, Ohio – For Ohio’s Bicentennial in 2003, the world’s only traveling bell foundry was created. The bell foundry on wheels was designed by Verdin Bell Company and traveled throughout Ohio for three years, casting custom ...

Posted By: Laura Kronmann | Category: Community Interest



Jun 29

Birds: The Living Dinosaurs - Imagination Station

August 5, 10am – 5pm FREE with admission Birds ARE living dinosaurs! Explore the similarities and differences between today’s feathered creatures and their ancestors. Spend the day at the science center with our partners and discover ...

Posted By: Emily Helm | Category: Community Interest



Jun 29

Nerdy Derby at Imagination Station

July 22 & 23 FREE with admission On your mark, get set, derby! Don’t miss this two-day event at Imagination Station. We’re taking racing to a whole new level. Create a car to race down the hills and valleys of our 40 foot track. ...

Posted By: Emily Helm | Category: Community Interest



Jun 21

Toledo School for the Arts Earns Arts School Network Exemplary School Designation

Toledo, Ohio -- The Arts Schools Network Board of Directors has designated Toledo School for the Arts in Toledo, Ohio as a 2017-2019 Exemplary School in recognition of its commitment to excellence.The Exemplary School designation is presented to ...

Posted By: Doug Mead | Category: Community Interest



Jun 12

Neighborhood Car Show and Picnic to Feature Community Services, Muddy the Mud Hen

What: Unity in the Community: Neighbors Helping NeighborsWhere: Grace Community Center, 406 W Delaware Ave, Toledo OH 43610When: Saturday, June 10, 2017, 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.NeighborWorks TOLEDO REGION presents Unity in the Community: Neighbors Helping ...

Posted By: Leslie Robinson | Category: Community Interest



Jun 12

Veteran Retirement & Finance Workshop

- United States Vets Inc. is pleased to present a veteran retirement & finance workshop on Tuesday, July 18 from 5:30 to 6:30 at Toledo’s Library King Branch, 3900 King Road. This special 45-minute workshop for veterans, families and ...

Posted By: Leslie Mestrow | Category: Community Interest



Jun 01

Water Rocket Challenge at Imagination Station

Celebrate Father's Day weekend by building water rockets! This exciting science challenge gives kids of all ages the opportunity to design and build their own rocket. We provide everything that you need (bottles, paper, tape, water, etc). You just ...

Posted By: Emily Helm | Category: Community Interest



May 19

United North Completes Community Garden for Seniors

Residents of Crane’s Landing, a 55+ community for seniors celebrate the completion of a community garden on May 13 th at 10:00am at 3315 Mayo St. This community garden has extra features that will make it accessible to anyone living in the ...

Posted By: Ron Jones | Category: Community Interest



May 19

Metroparks Rangers Win Best Dressed Competition

Metroparks Rangers, outfitted by Superior Uniform Sales, were given the award for best dressed small law enforcement department in the country by the National Association of Uniform Manufacturers & Distributors. The association (known as NAUMD) is a ...

Posted By: Scott Carpenter | Category: Community Interest



May 11

Sylvania Farmers Market Opening Day

It’s springtime, and what is more exciting than the prospect of fresh local produce provided by your nearby farmers market? This season, join us to purchase your produce and goods at the Sylvania Farmers Market, presented by The Downtown ...

Posted By: Erin Stampflmeier | Category: Community Interest



May 09

Milk Money for Kids

SeaGate Food Bank is reaching out to our community for help in supplying milk to children who may otherwise go without milk’s important nutrient during the summer months. Our Milk Money program will enhance the parcels taken home by the ...

Posted By: Angi | Category: Community Interest



May 09

Sylvania Farmers Market Opening Day

It’s springtime, and what is more exciting than the prospect of fresh local produce provided by your nearby farmers market? This season, join us to purchase your produce and goods at the Sylvania Farmers Market, presented by The Downtown ...

Posted By: Erin Stampflmeier | Category: Community Interest