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Toledo unveils options for Jamie Farr Park pool
The city of Toledo is seeking public help choosing one of three options for changes and upgrades to the Jamie Farr Park pool, which authorities say can’t reopen without major repairs once this season is over. The 50-by-80-foot North Toledo pool is in need of $2 million in repairs, Joe Fausnaugh, director of parks and youth services, said Thursday when the city used Jamie Farr Shelter House to unveil the plans. Rather than suggest a $2 million “status-quo” option to repair the pool “as is,” he said, the city is offering the public to choose one of three alternative projects that would each replace the existing pool with one of the following: “This pool is extremely popular,” said Alfonso Narvaez, a neighborhood community leader who attended the event. “I like all three [options], but at the end of the day you see investments into this neighborhood. And that’s really what matters the most, because when you talk to residents they will tell you that they feel forgotten, that the city has left them behind.”
Kayaking concert takes to the water
Shamarr Allen, a trumpeter from New Orleans, will take the stage, sort of, in Toledo on Wednesday night. Mr. Allen is set to be the first of three performances this summer on the Maumee River as part of Black Swamp Conservancy’s Paddle and Groove series. He will play on a pontoon boat as listeners kayak around him. Attendees will launch in their kayaks from International Park at 5:30 p.m. and then kayak downstream toward the sunflower murals on the Glass City River Wall. The goal of the event is both to provide listeners with a unique concert experience and increase awareness of the conservancy’s work both upstream and in the downtown area.
Reilly: If I Had To Pick Three Bass Baits….
Summer heat makes it harder. But if you time it right, and present it right, you can still catch bass if you use these three baits…!. A friend from the Toledo area once gave me some advice about summer bass fishing. He said, “The heat makes it harder, on...
Out on the lot: Trailer Park Ninjas to invade Toledo Club's annual 'Party'
Cleveland band Trailer Park Ninjas may turn some heads as they headline the 37th annual Party in the Parking Lot at the Toledo Club on Friday. And Toledo Club executive assistant Christina Westmark knows that the band name might play a big role in that. “The name (Trailer Park Ninjas) can be a little bit off putting to some people but they have an incredible following,” said Westmark. “They do a very good mix of American music, so we’re trying to appeal to all of the different crowds and tastes.” Normally an exclusive, private organization, the Toledo Club will open its doors — and ample parking lot — to non-members from 6 p.m. to midnight to raise funds for the club’s 2024 charity, TEAM, which stands for Toledo Elementary Athletics Movement.
The new classic: Wood County couple opens vintage automobile museum
MILLBURY, Ohio — As Tammy and Mike Bartlett have spent over two decades collecting cars, their passion has grown from storing their collection in one garage, to building a larger one, yet outgrowing both spaces. Now the pair is showcasing their collectables in a museum for the public to view. The Millbury Classic Cars and Trucks museum, located at 26929 Cummings Rd., features close to 85 cars and trucks on display, said co-owner Tammy Bartlett, along with vintage and neon signs, gas pumps, bikes, and mannequins. “It really never intended to be a car museum in the beginning, but as our collection and our love for purchasing cars just kept growing,” she continued, “we've decided, you know, it would be really nice to share everything with the public.” Besides the classic car museum in Bowling Green, Snook’s Dream Cars, Bartlett said there’s nothing quite like this in the northwest region of Ohio.
On The Radar August 2024
The Glass City dog park celebrates its 10th anniversary. Save the date now for Glass City Dog Park’s 10th Birthday! Saturday, Aug. 17 from noon to 4 pm, head to 1171 Woodsdale Ave. for games and activities for the dogs with $1,000 in prizes. The first 100 members who attend will receive tote bags with favors and a commemorative booklet. Free, but RSVP to attend at glasscitydogpark.org.
Look Good, Feel Good 2024: Three Glow Up Tips
In the heart of the Toledo community lie local wellness and beauty businesses dedicated to helping individuals harness their inner radiance and embrace their best selves. As we navigate the hustle and bustle of daily life, it’s easy to overlook the power of self-care practices that uplift both body and spirit. We shine a spotlight on these local businesses as they share their top three tips to unlock the secrets of looking good and feeling good. Get ready to ignite your glow from within and radiate confidence in every stride.
From palettes to palates: Skill sets converge in creating art and food
Chefs and artists alike have a knack for the use of texture, color, and presentation in their varying art forms. These professions are more similar than what meets the eye, both with the same end goal in mind — making sure all components of a dish or art piece are working together. Where they differ is whether they use a palette or palate for their art. Toledo Museum of Art
The Toledo Zoo is soliciting sealed proposals for the Wild Toledo Greenhouses at BGSU. Work shall consist of Site Utilities, Electrical distribution, Pressure Piping, HVAC, and Plumbing.
LEGAL NOTICE - INVITATION TO BID. The Toledo Zoo is soliciting sealed proposals for the Wild Toledo Greenhouses at BGSU. The bid package includes all supervision, materials, labor, and equipment for the Wild Toledo Greenhouses at BGSU. Work shall consist of Site Utilities, Electrical distribution, Pressure Piping, HVAC, and Plumbing.
Trending upward: Valentine Theatre's upcoming season keys in on what people want
The Valentine Theatre will be paying tribute to music icons ranging from Neil Diamond to Cher during its 2024-2025 season. While some musical celebrations are returning to Toledo, two shows, Always Loretta and Hank and my Honky Tonk Heroes, are new to the area. The two represent an initial foray into classical country music by the Valentine, which is making the best of two trends: the rise of tribute shows and a resurgence in country music. “A significant number of people love the music of the ’70s and ’80s and want that live performance experience — reliving their youth or simply 'seeing' bands they wish they could have seen back in the day,” said Jason Stumbo, director of bands at the University of Toledo.
The Arts Commission 2024 Art Loop Schedule
The Arts Commission has announced their 2024 Art Loop schedule for the remaining summer with vibrant, creative, and unique art events that feature artists, art and creative spaces within the community. The Art Loop is part of the Toledo Arts Commission in partnership with the local artists and venues. The...
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