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Mayflies on the move: The nuisance with an ecological benefit
TOLEDO, Ohio — It all begins at the bottom of Lake Erie. Over the winter, mayflies nest and then hatch once the lake warms up, often covering most of the shoreline. Dr. Bill Hintz, associate professor for the University of Toledo's Department of Environmental Science, says mayflies play an important role in the health of our water.
Plants galore: Opportunities abound to purchase native flora
If you’re looking to refresh your landscaping or garden, this is the weekend to stock up. From native plants at the Toledo Zoo to houseplants, flowers, and vegetable plants at the Toledo Farmers’ Market — the city will be in full bloom and ready to serve thousands of customers. Wild Toledo, a native plant nursery at the Toledo Zoo, will host the Native Plant Sale event. The nursery offers more than 500 species of native plants, all of which are grown on site either from seeds or cuttings, said Ryan Walsh, director of plant conservation for the zoo. It’s open to stop in and browse or to pick up pre-orders from 4 to 7 p.m. on Thursday and from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, as well as every Saturday in June. Customers should follow signage from the zoo’s parking lot, 2 Hippo Way, Toledo. Online orders can be made at wildtoledo.org, where plants for sale are running between $7 for a 3 1/4-inch pot of dense blazing star to $20 for a 4-inch pot of wild lupine.
Stories of the Glass City now glow through art
An immersive lighted art installation integrated into the landscape of the Glass City Metropark has been unveiled. Metroparks Toledo Foundation hosted a private gathering Wednesday to dedicate “Field of Histories,” which is made up of nearly 200 lighted glass orbs on posts. The center of each orb holds a laser-engraved image of an object identified by a community member during public workshops. “I just had this thought, this picture of people walking a path through these things sprouting from the ground, like long stalks of flowers with these orbs on the top,” said Bryony Roberts, the project’s New York-based artist and visionary. The project began with an in-depth community engagement process where individuals from Toledo brought objects they feel are significant to themselves and to local history.
Special Events: Thrift and sip at Maumee Bay Brewing Co.
Come peruse second hand clothing, jewelry, home decor, and more while sipping on a cold local brew at Maumee Bay Brewing Co.’s Thrift & Sip event on Sunday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. You never know what treasures you’ll find at Thrift & Sip, which takes place at the Maumee Bay Brewing Co. at 27 Broadway St. Admission is free. For more information, visit mbaybrew.com. ■ Local watering hole Papa’s Tavern has earned a reputation as a great place to see live music in Toledo. On Saturday, the venue is holding its 18th annual Papapalooza, a day-long celebration featuring...
New exhibit at Hickman Gallery explores symbolism of the American flag
ADRIAN — A juried art exhibit that focuses on interpretations of the nation's flag will remain on display at Adrian College's Hickman Gallery through July 26. “Stars and Stripes: Artistic Dialogues on the American Flag” is free of charge and open to the public. The Hickman Gallery is...
Toledo Zoo Makes Surprising Announcement About Their New Baby Elephant
It's time for a do-over for one elephant at the Toledo Zoo in Ohio. The zoo recently shared that they'd made a slight mistake when announcing the gender of their new baby elephant in March. Zookeepers recently confirmed that the calf, Kirk, was not a boy elephant — he was a she. The zoo ...Continue reading
Going to see (not hear) vintage Bob Seger at the Detroit Historical Museum
DETROIT — Some people might think that driving from Toledo to Detroit to see an exhibition of photographs of Bob Seger is crazy, but I’m a travelin’ man so the drive didn’t bother me — and I don’t mind being a stranger in town. When I was a preteen kid, I listened to Seger’s brand of old time rock ‘n’ roll late at night on a tube-driven Heathkit AM bedside radio tuned to CKLW. I’ve met fellow Seger fans from Kalamazoo to Katmandu and everywhere in between. So when I heard that Seger’s longtime tour photographer, Tom Weschler, was exhibiting his photos at the Detroit Historical Museum, I had to go. The photos that graced the walls of the exhibit showed Seger, his bandmates, and his friends in shimmering black-and-white. One of the best photos shows the two BS’s — Bob Seger and Bruce Springsteen — together at Pine Knob in 1978. "Bob Seger is a Detroit music icon,” said Detroit Historical Society President & CEO Elana Rugh. “We're excited to share these rare photos with his many fans. Tom Weschler's images capture the magic of live performances as well as quieter behind-the-scenes glimpses at Seger's life."
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