Curling in the House: Local Club Brings a Taste of the Olympics to Northwest Ohio
September 12, 2017Curling enthusiasts rejoice! On October 21, the Black Swamp Curling Center will hold its grand opening marking the 50th anniversary of the Bowling Green Curling Club. The celebration, open to the public with live music and refreshments, offers the chance to take part in the sport by throwing a ‘rock’ – the term for an
Left Behind In The Battle Against Breast Cancer
September 12, 2017With the Race for the Cure quickly approaching, the awareness of breast cancer increases shared through social media, informative pamphlets, and educational events. Yet, with all the talk about saving the ta-ta’s, Lucas County has a problem. Not the worst in Ohio, in the area, roughly 30 percent of breast cancer cases are diagnosed at
Hanging out with… 2017’s Toledo Mayoral Candidates
September 8, 2017Who do you think should be Toledo’s next mayor? Today, we have four candidates. After the primary election on Tuesday, September 12, only two will remain. The two top vote recipients Before we decide who should make it to the next round, we spoke with these fine four mayoral hopefuls. Cast your unofficial vote here. Mayor
Dining After Dark: Late Night Eats
August 31, 2017While many may be asleep, some have an appetite to be satiated. If you’re looking to smash on some delicious grub until the break of dawn, Toledo’s got your back. Plenty of restaurants around town are open after hours to satisfy your late night hunger. Fricker’s 19 N St. Clair St 419-244-9464 Hours: 11am-2:30am Wings
Toledo Instagram Feeds You Need To Follow
August 31, 2017Pictures are worth a thousand words, and with the millions of photos Instagram has to offer, you’re in for a never-ending book. Check out these Instagram feeds to get your local Toledo fix. Elyssa Sue @rustbeltgems Follow for: your daily dose of all that nature has to offer. From food to gemstones, this feed will
10 under $10: Cheap Eats
August 31, 2017If money is tight and your belly is grumbling, a drive around Toledo offers meals under $10. Whether you are looking for comfort food or something light and fresh, these restaurants have got it. From classic American fare to something outside the box, there are choices for everyone. Here’s where to look. Byblos Fine Lebanese
Ride or Die: Macaela Carder Whitaker Directs The Rep’s Bonnie & Clyde
August 31, 2017It’s the passionate American outlaw story we all know and love, the tale of the notorious Bonnie & Clyde. Their story, the inspiration for the two-time Tony-nominated musical, is coming to Northwest Ohio at the Toledo Repertoire Theatre from September 8th through the 24th. Director Macaela Carder Whitaker discussed the upcoming production. How long have
Predict Autumn’s Colors With This Fall Foliage Map
August 30, 2017When high temperatures only hit a cool mid-70s, a simple truth is revealed: summer is coming to an end. Don’t panic. While we’re leaving behind swimming pools, short-shorts, iced espresso, and sticky humidity, we’re welcoming apple orchards, flannel shirts, hot coffee, and crisp, fresh air back into our lives. Not to mention Mother Nature’s mood
Brian Regan Comes Home… ish: Comedian Plays Toledo’s Stranahan Theater
August 24, 2017Comedian Brian Regan has his roots in Florida, but NW Ohio can claim a measure of his upbringing as well. Before he was crowned “The Funniest Person in New York,” this stand-up legend-in-the-making was attending Heidelberg College in Tiffin, and planning on being an accountant. But during his last semester, it all changed for him.
When The Sun Meets the Moon: Finding Meaning in Totality
August 21, 2017In a few hours, the sun and moon will kiss, and their embrace will cast a deep and rare darkness across the land. In a tumultuous political environment— where black and white are the primary focus— our binary thinking puts the solar eclipse in a stark frame. There is darkness, there is light, but today, there will
Celebrating the 2017 Solar Eclipse
August 16, 2017By now, you probably know to watch out for the total solar eclipse on Monday, August 21. While Toledo isn’t within the path of totality, we boast a significant partial view, with 82% exposed, from 1:02PM to 3:38PM. Want to know where you should go to celebrate this rare celestial event? Local community and science
Today, Support Local Musicians and Trans Rights
August 4, 2017Want to help support trans rights and local musicians? Today’s your day. On Friday, August 4, the online music platform will donate 100% of their profits to the Transgender Law Center, a nonprofit that works to change law, policy, and culture for the better. To learn more about Bandcamp’s stand, read their statement here. We’re encouraging