Good morning, Toledo.

Incredibowl Entertainment Center will host the Bowl & Bond event on June 22 from noon to 4 p.m. to support local teens facing homelessness by donating 10% of bowling sales—matched by the owner of Open Arms Transformation Living to reach a total donation of 20%—as Toledo families, first responders and nonprofits join the event.

Toledo police released bodycam footage minutes after Tammy Hall was shot in East Toledo—her foot was hit and her 4 year old dog Buddy died, and Felicia Alfred, who now faces charges for felonious assault and cruelty to companion animals, is set to appear in court later in June.

Juneteenth marks the end of slavery and became a federal holiday in 2021 when President Biden signed the legislation—Ohio plans celebrations today and in the coming days, including an exhibit at the Toledo Museum of Art.

SEIU Local 1 janitors marched through downtown Toledo’s Juneteenth Parade on June 14, demanding better pay and safer working conditions as their contract was set to expire in July.

More than 100 workers—joined by Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur and local officials—made their voices heard while cleaning major city buildings.

After a five-year pause on water shutoffs during the pandemic, Toledo will begin enforcing overdue water payments next week to recover $66M in unpaid bills—residents must set up a payment plan to avoid service disconnection.

Ohio lawmakers will introduce a joint resolution to remove the clause that allows slavery for punishment from the state constitution — State Rep Dontavius Jarrels and State Rep Veronica Sims said voters will later decide on the amendment if both legislative chambers approve it.

A heat wave with temperatures in the 90s and heat indices near 100 is set to affect Toledo from Saturday to Thursday, and Lucas County has opened cooling centers across downtown, central, east, west, north and south Toledo + nearby areas to help residents beat the heat.

Each center has its own hours and allows only documented service animals + while Metroparks offer dog watering stations and shade for pet relief.

TECHLEDO Music Festival

3:00 – 10:30 PM — The Ribbon at Glass City Metropark — Free entry — Experience an unforgettable lineup of talented DJs presenting the best in electronic music.

5-Mile Walk at Swan Creek

1-4 p.m. — Swan Creek Preserve Metropark — Free — Experience a refreshing 5-mile walk while connecting with fellow adventure enthusiasts.

An Evening With Will Howard and Jack Sawyer

7-8:30 p.m. — Stranahan Theater & Great Hall — Tickets from $84 — Hear captivating stories from Buckeye legends Will Howard and Jack Sawyer as they discuss their championship journey.

Mah Jong Level 2 Class

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Flip the Table - Board Game Bar & Lounge — Check event page for cost — Continue your Mah Jongg journey with a hands-on workshop.

Teen Pickleball Club

2-3 p.m. — Toledo Pickle Company — Free event — Experience the fun and fast-paced world of pickleball with friends and skill-building activities.

Cork & Pork BBQ Festival

6-10 p.m. — Centennial Terrace — Ticket required — Enjoy an evening of BBQ, drinks, and live music supporting families in need.

Finding Nemo Jr.

7:30-8:30 p.m. — Maumee Indoor Theater — Check website for pricing — Dive into a musical adventure as Marlin and Nemo navigate the ocean in search of adventure and connection.

Italian Bowl XLIV

3-6 p.m. — The University of Toledo — Cost information not specified — Experience the excitement of the Italian Bowl featuring top teams from the Italian Football League.

Toledo Holistic Treasure Hunt

10:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. — Wildwood Preserve Metropark — VIP participants unlock hidden perks — Explore local holistic businesses and engage in fun wellness-themed challenges during this citywide scavenger hunt.

Euchre Night

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Flip the Table - Board Game Bar & Lounge — $5 cover charge — Gather your friends for a fun evening of Euchre, with instruction for newcomers available.