Good morning, Toledo.

Love Fest 2025 will take place on Saturday at 3:30 p.m. at the Love Wall at 1209 Adams St., featuring music, food and community activities (entry is $5 to support Equality Toledo).

Marcus Gaines, a 34-year-old former postal worker in Toledo, pleaded guilty in federal court on Thursday to a drug trafficking scheme that sent packages with powder cocaine and heroin laced with fentanyl along his route—he was paid $500 for each delivery and will face sentencing on Oct. 30.

The Toledo Lucas County Main Library shows Journey of Beauty, an exhibit featuring 59 art pieces by 20 Sisters of St. Francis of Sylvania that runs until August 2.

The collection spans more than a century + it gives Toledo residents a look at the sisters' long creative legacy.

Bruce Rumpf previews O Canada Fest and explains how the new Gordie Howe Bridge is expected to boost cross-border commerce—while Bobbi Rebell shares budgeting tips and advice on managing subscriptions to improve money mindfulness.

Toledo Public Schools announced plans to ban cell phones during school hours in all classrooms starting next academic year—comprehensive high schools will use YONDR pouches while K-8 schools will use secure lockboxes.

The change responds to state law and Ohio House Bill 250, and details on policy implementation will be shared soon.

Rocky Ridge Development LLC began mining on 30 acres near Byrne Rd and Airport Highway in South Toledo even though the land is not zoned for industrial use, and residents say the dust and noise have made life harder.

City Council will vote on three ordinances on Tuesday, July 15 (to address the zoning change) as the dispute continues.

Baldemar Velasquez, president of FLOC, said he submitted a union-backed amnesty proposal in Washington, D.C. and he is asking domestic unions to join his international effort for legal status for undocumented workers while Ohio lawmakers work on a bill that eases deportations & bans sanctuary cities.

Toledo Paint and Sip Party – Cherry Noir

6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Heights — Ticket required — Unleash your inner artist while sipping and creating a stunning martini glass painting.

Rob Storm & Dave Athanas Live Concert

6-9 p.m. — Buffalo Rock Brewing Company - Bayside — Enjoy an evening of live music from local talents Rob Storm and Dave Athanas.

Girls Hub - Meet Toledo's 2025 Fearless Builders

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Main Library - Toledo Lucas County Public Library — Free entry — Celebrate creativity and empowerment with Toledo's Fearless Builders at the 'A Seat at the Table' exhibition.

Memphis Redbirds vs. Toledo Mud Hens

7:05-8:35 p.m. — Fifth Third Field — Game ticket includes post-game concert — Enjoy a night of baseball with fireworks and a concert under the stars.

Perrysburg Boat Club Homecoming Regatta with The Crashers

1-10 p.m. — Perrysburg Boat Club — Enjoy live music — Rock out by the Maumee River with Toledo's favorite party cover band.

Towpath Trail 10K and Half Marathon

8:15 a.m. — Providence Metropark — Registration required — Experience the exhilaration of running alongside the scenic towpath trail at this popular local race.

NWO Business Mentoring Program Spring 2025 Cohort Celebration

4-5:30 p.m. — Fred H. McDonald Room, Main Library — Free entry — Celebrate the accomplishments of local entrepreneurs and the power of mentorship in the business community.

Russ Baum & Lopaka Roots Concert

7-11:50 p.m. — The Golden Road — $ — Enjoy live music from Lopaka Rootz & Russ Baum on the Gopher Broke Summer Tour.

The Greater Toledo Classic

3 AM – 3 AM — Highland Meadows Golf Club — Entry fee varies — Experience top-notch women's golf with the Legends of the LPGA and Epson Tour.

Cat Fanciers Association Cat Show

9 AM – 4 PM — Owens Community College — Entry fee varies — Experience a weekend of pure feline fun with judging and exhibitions of cats and kittens.