Good morning, Toledo.

Lucas County Children Services will host its eighth community conversation on May 19 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Wayman Palmer YMCA (200 E.

Bancroft St.) to discuss the new Family Help Center hotline and other resources that help families manage conflicts and support children’s safety.

A 25-year-old Toledo man on a student visa was arrested on April 30 for allegedly scamming an elderly couple out of $50,000 and was extradited to Michigan to face charges of larceny and false pretenses—Immigration and Customs Enforcement placed a detainer on him as he faced investigation in other elder scams.

The University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences will celebrate over 200 graduates on Friday, May 16 at Savage Arena with a commencement ceremony starting at 2 p.m. Dr. Reshma Jagsi, an internationally recognized physician-scientist, will deliver the keynote address and receive an honorary doctor of science degree—highlighting her focus on equity in medicine.

Toledo plans a ten-mile water main to carry water from the Low Service Pumping Station near Cedar Point National Wildlife Refuge to the Collins Park Water Treatment Plant, which will serve 500,000 customers and pass through Jerusalem Township and Oregon.

City leaders and the design team will review the project's construction schedule, completed work and future steps at a public meeting on May 21 at 6 p.m. at Eisenhower Intermediate School in Oregon — addressing environmental and traffic issues.

More than 1,000 participants will join the American Heart Association's Heart Walk in downtown Toledo on Sunday at Promenade Park to promote cardiovascular health and support CPR education.

The event will start with activities at 8 a.m. & the walk beginning at 9 a.m., as local survivors, volunteers & businesses join to raise awareness.

Local mental health providers are watching proposed Medicaid cuts that could reduce access to vital medications at places like Zepf—officials warn that if funding declines, vulnerable patients may be forced to rely more on emergency room care.

This change may lead to modifications in benefit packages to manage higher service costs.

Amy Waters, a mother of two, re-enrolled at UToledo to complete the classes needed for medicine and will earn her degree on May 16 (her 41st birthday) before starting residency at Mercy St. Lukes Hospital in Perrysburg.

She said her hard work will let her give back to Toledo through family medicine.

Dan Barbee was named chief executive officer of University of Toledo Medical Center (effective May 1) and will lead hospital operations and regional health strategies.

He returned in November and brings strong experience in critical care and cardiac nursing from previous roles.

Toledo Walleye advanced to the ECHL Western Conference finals with a 5-3 win over the Fort Wayne Komets on Saturday — the victory set them up for a rematch against the Kansas City Mavericks who ended their run last year.

They will start the series on Thursday at 8:05 p.m. ET at Cable Dahmer Arena and play further games if needed.

Art Book Club: The Signature of All Things

5:30-7 p.m. — Toledo Museum of Art — Free entry — Engage in a lively discussion about Elizabeth Gilbert's captivating novel and its themes.

Cruisin' The Point Car Show

6-8 p.m. — Toledo Yacht Club — Free entry — Celebrate classic cars with friends while enjoying great food and drink specials.

Ruysch in the Round: Music Inspired by Art

6-7 p.m. — Toledo Museum of Art — Cost Info TBD — Enjoy a harmonious blend of music and art inspired by the works of Ruysch.

Comedy Night with Don D.C. Curry

6:30-8 p.m. — Funny Bone Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughs with Don D.C. Curry at a top-rated venue.

Ohio Vintage Fest

12-5 p.m. — Glass City Center — $5 entry — Celebrate vintage finds from over 50 vendors showcasing unique clothing, records, and collectibles.

Spring Fling 2025

10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Sylvania Tam-O-Shanter — Free entry — Celebrate with community activities and services at the Spring Fling hosted by the Area Office on Aging.

Spring Lecture Series: Flotsam in the Dark Waters

7-8:30 p.m. — National Museum of the Great Lakes — Free (Registration required) — Explore shipwrecks and mysteries from the Great Lakes with an exclusive lecture.

Bill Heid Group Live Performance

7:15-10:30 p.m. — Lucille's Jazz Lounge — Ticketed event — Experience the soulful sounds of Bill Heid, a jazz legend on the Hammond B-3 organ.

Beginner Crochet Class Part 1

12-2 p.m. — Wick-ed Palette Studio — $40 per person — Learn crochet basics and create a dishcloth to take home.

Toledo Farmers Market Flower Days

8 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Toledo Farmers' Market — Free entry — Discover fresh local produce, artisan goods, and vibrant flowers at this beloved market event.