Good morning, Toledo.

Three Toledo mothers gathered on Sunday, May 10 at Mom’s House to grieve their sons lost to gun violence during a Mother’s Day celebration, sharing personal moments of remembrance and support.

A local family group in East Toledo is carrying on a decades-long mission of mentorship to keep teens on track through community service.

The group offers guidance and support to help young people overcome challenges and build strong futures.

Barefoot at the Beach returns Aug.

15 at Maumee Bay State Park for its 25th annual 21-and-over fundraiser with local food, live music & fireworks to support Boys & Girls Clubs youth programs; tickets are on sale now.

The Ability Center celebrated groundbreaking on renovations today, marking its first major expansion since the 1980s; the project will add new spaces for classes+ art workshops and programs that serve community members.

A new birding guidebook, Birds of the Toledo Area, was released in late April and details 381 species with tips on where to spot birds — including at Oak Openings Metropark — while its future profits will support the Ohio Young Birders Club.

Birders from across the country are flocking to Magee Marsh Wildlife Area for Biggest Week in American Birding + Governor DeWine is celebrating Bird Ohio Day.

The University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences will celebrate 209 graduates at a commencement ceremony on May 15 (2 p.m.) at John F.

Savage Arena. AAMC President Dr. David J. Skorton will deliver the address and receive an honorary degree, marking the graduation season's final event.

Perrysburg school district says a shortage of substitute drivers may force bus route cancellations before the end of the school year.

Parents should watch for updates from the district to plan for any changes.

Toledo Public Schools will host 5:30 p.m. meetings this week for families with students at seven schools closing under the Transformation 2.0 Plan; sessions are set for May 18 at Bowsher, May 19 at Scott, May 20 at Waite, and May 21 at Woodward and Start.

Researchers from the National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science released an early season projection on May 7 forecasting a moderate harmful algal bloom in western Lake Erie; heavy rains since March have increased phosphorous runoff, and if precipitation continues, bloom conditions could worsen and affect summer recreation.

The Toledo-Lucas County Health Department's Traffic Safety Program kicked off the annual Click It or Ticket campaign Monday to remind residents to buckle up while driving around Toledo and Lucas County.

Local partners stress that seatbelt use saves lives.

After weeks-long displacement, apartment residents have returned to their Toledo units despite reports that rushed renovations left unfinished work & concerns remain about upkeep.

Designer Purse Bingo

6-8 p.m. — Taylor Hyundai of Perrysburg — $20 entry — Test your luck for designer purses while supporting a great cause.

Leslie Dietsch and Jerry Gray: Moments in Latitude

12-4 p.m. — 20 North Gallery & Venue — Free Entry — Experience a captivating two-person exhibition showcasing traditional and alternative landscapes in painting and photography.

Mosaic Lamp Workshop in Toledo

10:00 AM – 12:30 PM — Renaissance Toledo Downtown Hotel — All materials included — Craft your own Turkish mosaic lamp while enjoying traditional tea and sweet treats.

Mother’s Day Tea

11 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Libbey House — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate Mother's Day with an elegant tea at the historic Libbey House.

Membership Appreciation Picnic and Mud Hens Game

6:35 – 7:35 PM — Fifth Third Field — Free for members, $25 for guests — Enjoy a picnic and family-friendly fun before the Mud Hens game.

Leslie Dietsch and Jerry Gray: Moments in Latitude Art Exhibit

12-4 p.m. — 20 North Gallery & Venue — Free admission — Explore a two-person exhibition showcasing traditional and alternative landscapes in painting and photography.

Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k

Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k — Unknown — Toledo Ohio — $ — A vibrant race event featuring road courses for all ages, including a kids run.

Leslie Dietsch and Jerry Gray: Moments in Latitude

12-4 p.m. — 20 North Gallery & Venue — Free admission — Explore a captivating two-person exhibition showcasing traditional and alternative landscape art.

One City, Many Moments

6-9 p.m. — The Portal at Toledo School for the Arts — Celebrate closing night with the artist while enjoying drinks and local food amidst stunning images of Toledo's vibrancy.

Knightheart Tour

8-11 p.m. — The Ottawa Tavern — Free entry — Innovation Concerts presents an exciting Midwest tour featuring local talent.