Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 1st of June.
Good morning, Toledo.
Today, community members gather at Finale on the Farm for the H.O.O.V.E.S. open house (supporting veterans with PTSD) that features food, music and horses.
World War II veteran Donald Gorrell celebrated his 102nd birthday on Friday with family gathering Saturday at Sidelines Grill off Holland-Sylvania Road; born in Pioneer, he credited common sense and a healthy diet for his long life and said he will no longer eat brussel sprouts or asparagus.
BG Pickleballin is set to host a charity pickleball tournament in Toledo (venue pending) to support local causes.
Officials say event details will be shared soon.
Really Cool Comic Con will take over Glass City Center — the event offers local fans a chance to explore comic panels and vendor booths.
Organizers said the convention will bring a fresh pop culture experience soon.
Sylvania Community Orchestra performed a free concert Sunday in Sylvania to honor America’s 250th anniversary by featuring music from Gershwin, Copland, and Armstrong.
The 53rd Old West End Festival runs from Friday, June 5 to Sunday, June 7 and features live music at the Agnes Reynolds Jackson Arboretum, a bike ride meetup, the King Wamba Parade ending at the Toledo Museum of Art (TMA), a 5K race starting Saturday and house tours in neighborhoods.
The Ohio Department of Children and Youth (DCY) and the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce (DEW) announced the Kindergarten Readiness Boot Camp to help children entering kindergarten reach a 60 percent readiness goal, with 71 school districts planning at least 75 hours of instruction from today to Aug. 28.
The Josh Project (a local nonprofit) hosted kayaking lessons at Maumee Bay State Park on May 31 to teach kids water safety and reduce drowning risks.
More sessions are expected in the coming weeks.
Bradner Fire Department broke ground on a new 6,800 sqft station on Main Street after decades of planning, with crews set to finish construction by March to offer better space and improved features.
The new facility replaces the 4,000 sqft station on Crocker Street (used since 1955) and will better meet current needs.
Tenant Tuesday Free Legal Clinic
12-3 p.m. — Public Library, 399-301 10th St, Toledo, OH — Free entry — Get one-on-one legal consultations to tackle housing challenges.
Karaoke Night with DJ Ang
8 p.m. — Georgjz419 Food, Fun, & Spirits — No cover — Sing your heart out under the stars with friends in Toledo.
Leslie Dietsch and Jerry Gray: Moments in Latitude
12-4 p.m. — 20 North Gallery & Venue — Free entry — Explore a unique exhibition showcasing traditional and alternative landscape art in painting and photography.
Leslie Dietsch and Jerry Gray: Moments in Latitude
12-4 p.m. — 20 North Gallery & Venue — Free admission — Explore a captivating two-person exhibition featuring traditional and alternative landscape art in painting and photography.
VETS WITH NETS 2026 Veterans Walleye Fishing Event
5-6 p.m. — Detroit Beach Boat Club — Free entry — Get ready to reel in some big catches with fellow vets at a thrilling fishing event.
Toledo Choral Society Presents Lux Aeterna
3:00 – 4:30 PM — Gesu Catholic Church — Ticket info available on-site — Experience a choral performance of Morten Lauridsen's Lux Aeterna.
Wild Toledo Native Plant Sale
11 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Toledo Zoo — Order pickups and in-person sales available — Discover a variety of native plants to beautify your garden.
Karaoke Night at Georgjz419
8 p.m. — Georgjz419 Food, Fun, & Spirits — No cover charge — Enjoy a lively night of singing and fun with DJ Ang.
Leslie Dietsch and Jerry Gray: Moments in Latitude
12-4 p.m. — 20 North Gallery & Venue — Free entry — Explore the captivating landscapes through the eyes of two talented artists in this exhibition of painting and photography.
Trauma 101 & 201: Understanding Trauma-Informed Care
9 AM - 4 PM — Franciscan Center, Lourdes University — Free entry — A two-part training series to equip attendees with vital insights and tools for trauma-informed care.
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