Press Releases - Community Interest

Huntington National Bank today announced a sponsorship that will change the name of Lucas County Arena to The Huntington Center in recognition of the bank’s commitment to the region’s new premiere entertainment venue. The six-year, $2.1 ...

For its third year, the Toledo-Lucas County Public Library is swinging out and blaring its horns to the up-tempo as we celebrate Jazz Appreciation Month from noon to 5p.m. on Saturday,April 24 at Main Library, 325 Michigan St. This free celebration ...

CONTACT: Elizabeth Tore, Executive Director Family Promise of Greater Toledo 419-242-5166 Toledo, Ohio…April 15, 2010 - Family Promise of Greater Toledo, a non-profit organization at the heart of the community’s fight against family ...

The Urban Forest Project Toledo exhibits 50 banners on light poles throughout downtown Toledo and opens with a ribbon-cutting event. In celebration of the 40th Anniversary of Earth Day, the Urban Forest Project (UFP) Toledo proudly goes on display. ...

Humane Ohio has a grant that will allow the non-profit organization to spay/neuter 2,600 free roaming cats in Toledo's 43609 zip code for FREE! These cats must come from the 43609 zip code and cannot be owned. Please call Humane Ohio at ...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 29, 2010 Contact: Heather Hoffman Media Coordinator/Writer Phone: 419-824-3952 Email: [email protected] Contact: Dale Thomas Director of Marketing & Communications Phone: 419-824-3627 Email: ...

The National Convention of Gospel Choirs & Choruses, Inc. (NCGCC) will have its Board Meeting & Installation Services of its new Chairman of the Board, Dr. Derrick E. Roberts (bottom center). For those who are familiar with the song ...

placed inside Geocaches for finders to take and replace with items of equal value for the next finder. There are more than 1 million Geocaches hidden worldwide today. The idea of placing multiple Geocaches in the library as cataloged items was ...

The Sylvania Area Chamber of Commerce announces the 4th annual flower day Sylvania Sprouts on Saturday, May 8th from 9:00 AM until 3:00 in downtown Sylvania on Main Street from Monroe to Maplewood. The event includes participation from downtown ...

Concern about teen parents has focused attention almost exclusively on teen mothers. Consequently, teen fathers are often neglected as potential resources for their children. Beginning April 9, Unison Behavioral Health Group will launch an ...

The Salvation Army of Northwest Ohio is pleased to announce the dedication of a magnificent mural painted by ILIVE. ILIVE is an Independent Living Skills Program through the Ability Center of Greater Toledo. They use the arts to help individuals ...

The Quilt Bear is excited to announce our very first show to coincide with the launch of our website www.TheQuiltBear.com. Among the items we will have for purchase will be Art-to-Heart books, pre-packaged quilt kits, patterns, fat quarter bundles, ...

On Sunday, April 11th, the Polish American Community of Toledo (PACT) will be sponsoring a Reverse Raffle and Las Vegas Day Event that will be held at the Blessed Sacrament Parish Hall located at 4227 Bellevue Toledo, OH 43613 starting at 1:00 PM. ...

What: Meeting on the Reciprocal Tax Where: Bowsher High School South Detroit and Arlington (Cafeteria) When: Thursday March 18, 2010 Time: 6 PM Everyone living in the city of Toledo who works in the surrounding suburbs ...

In a continued effort to meet the growing needs of military service members, the YMCA and JCC of Greater Toledo will provide respite child care services to deployed National Guard/Reservists and select military personnel. Underwritten by the ...

The Toledo-Lucas County Public Library is proud to announce the 80th Anniversary of the West Toledo Branch Library, located at 1320 W. Sylvania Ave. Please join us for a celebration from 6:30-8 p.m. on Tuesday, March 30. West Toledo Branch Library ...

The Lucas Soil & Water Conservation District's Annual Seedling Sale is going on now. One to two year old seedlings are being offered at a low cost to assist landowners in establishing conservation practices such as windbreaks, wildlife habitats, ...

BETTER SMART THAN LUCKY Black & White Transportation offers iPhone app to help St. Pat's Day revelers get home safely Come March 17, that will be the word of the day, as people tip their glasses and toast "cheers" to St. Patrick. After a day of ...

The Society of Saint Vincent de Paul, temporarily discontinuing Thrift Store operations at 1001 Washington Street Toledo, Ohio - February 26, 2010. After significant evaluation, the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul, Toledo District Council will be ...

Drop off your unused, uwanted, or expired medications for proper disposal. Properly disposing of your unused or unwanted medications, both over-the-counter and prescription, reduces risk of accidental poisoning, environmental contamination, and ...

The Toledo Zoo is recruiting Exhibit Guide volunteers to support educational programming in the Arctic Encounter® and Nature’s Neighborhood exhibits. The Exhibit Guide program, which will run between April and September, is ideal for ...

The Toledo-Lucas County Public Library welcomes all lovers of tea parties and bubbles to its Bubbles, Bubbles, Bubbles Tea Partyscheduled from 6-7 p.m. on Monday, March 8 at the Sylvania Branch Library, 6749 Monroe St., in Sylvania, Ohio. The ...

March is Women’s History Month and Lourdes College is celebrating with the third annual W.A.V.E. Celebration of Women festival. W.A.V.E., or Women Artists Visionaries and Entrepreneurs, will be held on Saturday, March 27 in Franciscan Theatre ...

Celebrating its 50^th year of existence, the Arts Commission is pleased to announce several staff changes within the organization. Changes include a promotion, the replacement of a staff member and the addition of two temporary grant funded ...

Tuesday, Feb. 23, 2010; 7:30-9:30 a.m. Toledo Museum of Art/Green Room You have a Facebook Page, a Twitter account, a LinkedIn Group and/or a blog. Now what? Once you establish a presence in social media for your business or organization, you have ...

This spring, Lourdes College’s Lifelong Learning program is offering the following activities: Monday, April 12 – Lifelong Learning Seminar: Historic Precedents Dr. Christine D. Myers, alumna of the University of Strathclyde in Glasgow, ...

Dust off your antiques and collectibles and bring them to the Wood County Historical Museum for our 5th annual appraisal clinic. Four professional appraisers from across Ohio will be on site to give you a verbal appraisal. $15 admission, limit 2 ...

Calling all Ladies! Tired of riding on the back? Deep down are you a motorcycle enthusiast? It's time to set yourself free prepare to feel the wind in your hair. Signature Harley-Davidson, 1176 Professional Dr., Perrysburg, OH 43551, is hosting a ...

Holly Farms Animal Care Center is accepting donations of food and supplies for area animal shelters. Shelters such as Toledo Animal Shelter and Natures Nursery rely on the generosity of our community to make donations especially in these hard ...

Way Public Library will present “Dancing aWAY with the Stars” on Saturday, February 27, 2010 at Way Public Library. This adult event pairs six local celebrities with six dance professionals who will compete for the trophy and coveted ...