Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 7th of April.
Good morning, Toledo.
On April 6th, Toledo residents walked 13 miles to honor Kei’Mani Latigue—bringing the community together to celebrate her memory and reinforce local bonds.
Olivia Edgell— a 9-year-old who has faced life-threatening allergic reactions, celebrated her birthday by making a significant donation to Ronald McDonald House Charities of Northwest Ohio.
Swanton community members rallied to help locate missing 68-year-old Keith Klein Sr., who was last seen on Dodge Street on Wednesday evening—if anyone sees him, they are asked to call Swanton police at 419-826-4696 or 911.
Toledo residents participated in a 13-mile walk that started at the house where Kei’Mani Latigue’s body was found and ended at Lucas County Children Services to honor her memory.
Davon Woods, who organized the event and plans to make it an annual tradition, stressed the need to protect kids from violence — he FaceTimed Kei’Mani’s mother to show support.
Dr. Frank Luntz, a political strategist, will headline the KeyBank Global Leaders Forum on April 15 at the Renaissance Toledo Downtown—he will focus on how language shapes leadership in a talk starting at 5:30 p.m. A reception with appetizers begins at 4 p.m. and registration is required by April 11 for this free event.
The University of Toledo College of Law will host alumna Corey Minor Smith on April 10 at noon in the McQuade Law Auditorium—she will share her nearly 25-year journey as an attorney, advocate, and author in a free public conversation with College of Law’s Kate Abu-Absi.
American coots — called mud hens — have returned to Toledo metroparks and are seen in large groups at Howard Marsh Metropark, Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge, and Magee Marsh State Wildlife Area.
They are expected to start nesting soon as the Toledo Mud Hens baseball season gets underway.
Life Connection of Ohio will host its 15th annual Donate Life Green Chair Sit-in on April 8-9 to honor organ donors and transplant recipients by sharing life-changing stories and urging Toledoans to register as donors — the event aims to inspire hope and celebrate the gift of life.
Northwood Paint and Sip Party – Velveteen
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Pub 51 — Pricing per person — Create a charming Velveteen-inspired bunny painting while sipping on drinks and enjoying a cozy atmosphere.
Lenten Soup Supper - Week 5
6-7:30 p.m. — Gesu's Charles E Sullivan Center — Free entry — Enjoy soup and hear from speaker Nicole Susdorf on youth leadership in Toledo.
Holy Toledo Polka Days
April 10-13 — Holiday Inn & Suites Toledo Southwest — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate Polish American culture through lively polka music and dance.
The Ben Maloney Trio Performance
7:15-10:30 p.m. — Lucille's Jazz Lounge — Ticketed event — Experience the dynamic sounds of jazz from pianist and composer Benjamin Maloney.
4th Annual Jane Austen Regency Ball
6:00 – 11:59 PM — Toledo Club — Check event page for pricing — Dance like Lizzie and Mr. Darcy at this enchanting Regency era ball featuring music, food, and historical costumes.
Open House in Old Orchard
4-6 p.m. — 519 S Detroit Ave, Toledo, OH — Free entry — Explore this beautifully updated classic charmer in a coveted neighborhood.
Bob Dylan Live Concert
8:00 PM — Stranahan Theater & Great Hall — Tickets starting at $121 — Experience the musical magic of Bob Dylan as he captivates the audience with his timeless classics.
David Sedaris Live Performance
7:30-9 p.m. — Valentine Theatre — Ticketed event — Enjoy an evening of humor and storytelling with America’s best-selling humorist, featuring new unpublished stories.
A Midsummer Night's Dream: A Jukebox Musical
7:30 p.m. — UToledo Center for Performing Arts — Cost not mentioned — Experience a whimsical fairy tale as love triangles unfold in the enchanted forest.
419 Day Neighborhood Clean Up
9 AM — Maddie & Bella Coffee Roasters — Free coffee — Celebrate 419 Day by cleaning up the Warehouse District and making a difference in your community.
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