Good morning, Toledo.

Wood County Farm Fest gave local visitors a break from modern life by offering nostalgic displays with horse-drawn plows and pies cooling on window sills—reminding them of simpler times.

The second annual BG 4x4 Fest in Bowling Green offered off-road thrills with a mud pit, sled pull and downtown convoy—exciting local fans.

Toledo hosts several literary events in October, with the Sylvania Writes Out Loud Poetry Slam having taken place on October 3 from 6–8 p.m. and upcoming attractions including Respect Tha Mic Poetry Night on October 8, Mitch Albom's talk on October 13, a book club meeting on October 23 at Quenched and Tempered Brewing Co., and a lecture on Toledo’s lost eateries at Libbey House on October 30.

Meredith Moon will perform a tribute concert at The Valentine on November 9 at 7 pm to mark the 50th anniversary of the Edmund Fitzgerald sinking—29 lives were lost, including seven from Northwest Ohio.

She will honor her late father, Gordon Lightfoot, by performing his song and meeting family members at the memorial held at the National Museum of the Great Lakes.

Morgan Freeman is set to bring his Blues Experience to Toledo on Oct.

30 at the Toledo Museum of Art Peristyle (he will team with Erie Meier to blend Delta Blues with the Toledo Symphony Orchestra). Freeman, visiting Toledo for the first time, said his narration will help keep the blues sound alive.

Amanda Uhle is promoting her memoir Destroy This House after a podcast appearance on The Nerve while riding Amtrak from Boston to Brooklyn—she will speak about her memoir at Lourdes University in Sylvania on October 9 from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.—sharing her personal journey growing up in Michigan.

A new study by the Ohio Chamber of Commerce Research Foundation found that Ohio's datacenters supported nearly 95,000 jobs and added $12 billion in 2024, with projections of 130,000 jobs and $20 billion by 2030.

The report warned that rapid growth poses challenges—including energy demand and water use—that will require grid upgrades and more trained workers.

Alisha Fowler (parking director) showed strong dedication as community ambassador on Oct.

4 and continues to serve with deep commitment.

Toledo Zoo College Night

4-9 p.m. — Toledo Zoo — $20 admission including free parking — A wild night for students to relax and explore the zoo.

Haunted Collingwood Tour

6-10 p.m. — Collingwood Arts Center Inc — Ticket prices vary — Explore the eerie hallways of one of Ohio's most haunted locations.

The American Ride - Toby Keith Tribute

8 PM — Hollywood Casino Toledo — Cost info not provided — Experience the unforgettable hits and spirit of Toby Keith live in concert.

Art Loop: Literati

5-8 p.m. — Main Library - Toledo Lucas County Public Library — Free entry — Celebrate local literary arts with poetry, art-making, and live jazz music.

GCH 22nd Urban Line Dance Anniversary Weekend

11:00 AM - 11:30 PM — St Clement Hall — From $71.21 — Celebrate with a vibrant weekend of urban line dancing and themed parties for the 22nd anniversary of the Glass City Hustlers.

S'mores Date Night

6-9 p.m. — Flip the Table - Board Game Bar & Lounge — $30 — Roast s'mores over the fire while enjoying a board game bliss with your partner.

Chess Night

6:30-7:30 p.m. — Flip the Table - Board Game Bar & Lounge — Free entry — Engage in a friendly chess competition hosted by a local community group.

Adult Aerial Silks Class

6:45-8 p.m. — Collingwood Arts Center Inc — No experience needed — Explore the fundamentals of aerial silks in a playful and creative environment while building strength and flexibility.

Prophetic Fire: Releasing God’s Kingdom Conference

10 AM - 7 PM — Holiday Inn & Suites Toledo Southwest — Free entry — Experience training and impartation to release prophetic fire and make an impact for Jesus.

Toledo 3rd Annual Caring for the Caregiver Expo

9:00 AM – 2:30 PM — Hilton Garden Inn Toledo Perrysburg — Free entry — A gathering to support and provide resources for caregivers in the Toledo community.