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Hi Toledo, we made it to Thursday! 

In today’s fun-for-grown-ups edition: A magic exhibit of ancient curses, a pocket park built from discarded tires, and designer purse bingo + plenty of reasons to put on real pants this week.

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📰 In the news

Grassroots makeover takes root: North Toledo Coalition collected discarded tires to build a pocket park on Lucas County Land Bank property, tackling blight. Vegetables are planned, and neighbors will maintain the space — read the full story.

Guest-curated journey into magic: The Toledo Museum of Art will open Cursed! The Power of Magic in the Ancient World on March 21, with 75 ancient sculptures, pottery, amulets, and papyrus scrolls on view — get all the exhibit details.

Campus canines support students: Maumee City Schools added a sixth facility dog to Panther Paws in January, welcoming Fiber at the high school as local partners help cover costs of the expanding effort — see where each dog serves.

Gold & silver are hot: Coming off gold’s best year since 1979, the momentum is carrying well into 2026 with silver remaining one of the most talked-about assets. Curious why they’re back in focus? American Hartford Gold has a free guide that explains what’s happening and how people are approaching it today. It’s free – and definitely worth a read.

Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.

Highlights this week:

• Meet the winemaker over Sequum pairings
• Hear Jess Cornelius at Main Library
• Create and connect at Lucky Day Crop
• This top-tier home warranty is 50% off right now
• Save on self-care during the CVS Epic Beauty Sale

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Together with our sponsor Spot Pet Insurance

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Classic rink energy: Ohio Skate Toledo is the dependable escape when cabin fever hits, with smooth floors, throwback DJs, and neon that resets your mood. Grab your crew, lace up, and glide the week away. Lessons available if you’re shaking off the wobbles.

Quick culture boost: Toledo Museum of Art makes resetting your week easy. Find quiet corners, bold works, and just enough spark to make your coffee taste smarter. If it’s been a minute, the quiet urge to see what’s new and wander a while returns.

Access cash without selling your home: A reverse mortgage can help anyone over 62 cover everyday expenses, support healthcare needs, fund home improvements, or even reduce pressure on 401(k) withdrawals – all while staying in your home. Longbridge offers a free calculator to estimate how much flexibility your home could provide, with no commitment required.

📆 Toledo for grown ups

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🏛 Behind the Scenes at Stranleigh @ Wildwood Preserve Metropark | Thursday (3/5) at 6:00 PM – Ever wondered how the other half lived at Wildwood? This behind-the-scenes tour hits all four floors of the Manor House, the servants’ stairs, and the butler’s pantry, then kindly doubles as your cardio. Three hours, all ages, reservations required, $15.

🌷 Spring Craft & Vendor Market @ Franklin Park Mall | Saturday (3/7) at 10:00 AM – Nothing beats a spring market stroll when Toledo Springs decides to thaw out, with local vendors, seasonal treats, and handmade finds that actually feel, you know, handmade. Come for the gifts, stay because you’ll bump into three neighbors, and leave smugly prepared for birthdays.

🐍 March Reptile Show @ Graystone Hall | Saturday (3/7) at 10:00 AM – Take a break from errands and slither over to Graystone Hall for the Toledo reptile show. Ball pythons, geckos, and enough feeders to terrify your HOA, plus local breeders who actually know their stuff. Five bucks cash, kids free, curiosity mandatory.

🍷 Glass City Wine Festival @ Glass City Center | Saturday (3/7) at 1:00 PM – Glass City Center is pouring the good stuff for Toledo’s big wine bash, with afternoon and evening sessions, and limited Early Access if you like your cabernet with elbow room. Roll in early to sip, swirl, and chat, then smugly watch the crowd arrive.

🇵 Cultural Cooking Series: A Taste of Poland @ Toledo Lucas County Public Library | Saturday (3/7) at 2:00 PM – Think you’ve mastered paczki just because you brave Lagrange on Fat Tuesday? Master Baker Brandon teaches the real thing, with samples while they last and a recipe card to take home. It’s free, part of Cultural Cooking Series, so register and call it quality time.

🦆 Ducks Unlimited Banquet @ Oak Shade Grove | Saturday (3/7) at 5:00 PM – Break out the camo blazer, it’s banquet season with Ducks Unlimited, and prizes come faster than mallards at daybreak. Only 225 dinner tickets are up for grabs, family-friendly fun included, so snag yours at https://ducksunlimited.myeventscenter.com/event/Fallen-Timbers-Annual-Banquet-116117, and toast to wetlands, wildlife, and winning something decent.

👜 Designer Purse Bingo @ Epiphany of the Lord Parish, St Stephen Church Hall | Saturday (3/7) at 5:00 PM – If you’ve been waiting to shout BINGO and leave with a designer purse, this is it. The church-hall showdown at St. Stephen is 21+, reservation-only, and $35 covers pizza, pasta, dessert, and 10 rounds. Extra cards, 50/50, auction baskets, and a Granny Purse raffle included.

Live music & entertainment:

• 3/5 Fire! @ Toledo Center for Live Arts – 6:00 PM
• 3/5 Bobby May @ Anchor Inn – 6:00 PM
• 3/5 Thursday Night Open Jam @ Papa’s Tavern – 7:00 PM
• 3/6 Knight Fest ’26 @ St. Francis de Sales Chapel – 5:45 PM
• 3/6 Love Ends All Poverty (LEAP) @ The Premier – 6:00 PM
• 3/7 2nd Annual Western Party @ City Vibe Kitchen and Cocktails – 6:00 PM
• 3/8 Toledo Record Show @ Reynolds Corners – 9:00 AM

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

🔥 Worth a peek

We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.

• Thinning hair? Don’t wait – here are 3 treatments that work
• This free tool helps connect you with the right financial advisor
• Got debt? You may be able to pay less than you owe
• Protect your pet from disaster with this pet insurance plan
• You can own physical gold and silver in your retirement account

📻 Toledo report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 48°F – Low: 42°F – Precip: 100%

Areas of fog and a chance of rain before 7am, then rain and areas of fog between 7am and 4pm, then rain and a slight chance of thunderstorms. Cloudy, with a high near 48. Northeast wind 5 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible. Later: Rain and patchy fog and a slight chance of thunderstorms before 1am. Cloudy, with a low around 42. East wind 2 to 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.

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Tomorrow – High: 67°F – Low: 60°F – Precip: 31%

A chance of rain after 7am. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 67. Southeast wind 2 to 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. Later: A chance of rain before 4am, then a chance of thunderstorms and a chance of rain. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 60. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.

Someone Googled you this week 👀

It may feel like an invasion of privacy, but unfortunately It’s the new normal. Whether you’re joining a committee, selling something locally, dating again, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up online.

Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.

Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.

This house is wild

This brick home in the heart of Old Orchard pairs vintage charm and modern updates. Original hardwoods flow through living and dining rooms. A remodeled kitchen features new cabinets and appliances with a breakfast nook. The primary suite offers a rare ensuite bath. Family room, finished basement, newer HVAC, and a waterproofed foundation with new sump pump complete the package.

Take a peek inside →