Hi Toledo, hope you’re having a great weekend! In today's in-case-you-missed-it edition: Free pool admission during heat emergencies, Trader Joe’s opening, and Glovation Circus + the top stories from this week & a sneak peek at next week.
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01 — Worth knowing Most popular stories this weekThe three top stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
A cool option for residents: Toledo will waive admission fees at city-owned pools whenever a heat emergency is declared, giving residents free relief from extreme heat and a safe place to cool off -- get the heat relief details.
New retail hub takes shape: Confirmed at a groundbreaking, Trader Joe’s will open at Westgate Village North at the former Sears and Elder Beerman site, joining Dick’s House of Sport and Nordstrom Rack -- read the full development update.
New public media partnership: Starting July 1, Toledo’s WGTE will take over PBS programming for WBGU-TV viewers, keeping PBS on Channel 27 across northwest Ohio after WBGU’s affiliation ends -- read how viewers stay connected.
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03 — On our radar
This week's top findsLocal spotlights your fellow readers loved last week.
Warehouse District pint stop: If your week needs a micro reset, Earnest Brew Works Downtown keeps 12 beers on draft for a comfy taproom hang or a DORA cup stroll. Bring your own food, snag a to-go six-pack for later, and remember why living in Toledo is pretty excellent.
Fried onion bliss: T-Town Burgers is a local food truck slinging Oklahoma-style fried onion burgers and other regional smashburger classics around Toledo, made fresh on the griddle with no shortcuts. Think thin-smashed beef with onions cooked into the patty, melted American cheese, pickles, a soft steamed potato bun... then the happy silence of a great bite.
Curtains, not algorithms: Skip the streaming spiral this week and make a night of it at The Historic Ohio Theatre, where live performances and community happenings turn an ordinary weeknight into a mini event. Bring a friend, support local arts, then bask in that post-show glow you can’t pause.
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04 — Our recommendations
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05 — The event calendar Sneak peek at next weekPlan ahead for the next seven days. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🎪 Glovation Circus @ Point Place Branch Library | Wednesday (6/17) at 11:00 AM – Need a family outing that does not feel like homework? Glovation Circus is a hands-on, all-ages spectacle with acrobatics, comedy, and interactive bits that pull you into the fun. Kids are dazzled, adults are impressed, and everyone goes home grinning.
✊ 7th Annual Juneteenth Celebration @ Glass City Metropark | Friday (6/19) at 3:30 PM – Grab your lawn chair and head to Glass City Metropark for Toledo’s Juneteenth celebration, a thoughtful mix of culture, history, and community pride. Expect music, reflection, and that small-town feeling where you wave to five people before you find a seat, then stay awhile.
🐾 For the Pets! Fundraiser for Planned Pethood. @ The Casual Pint | Saturday (6/20) at 12:00 PM – Beer that funds belly rubs? The Casual Pint is pouring for Planned Pethood all day, with a dollar from every pint to our local cats and dogs. Expect adoptable pups, SINGO with PPI swag, and limited-edition merch, so that second round counts as community service.
🧥 Ohio Vintage Fest @ Glass City Center | Saturday (6/20) at 12:00 PM – Ohio Vintage Fest returns to Glass City Center with 50-plus vendors selling the good stuff, mostly classic threads and a few quirky finds. Think concert tees you remember, jackets older than your kids, and prices kinder than estate sales. Early entry gets first dibs.
🌿 Living Wreath Workshop @ Whiskey Bean Boutique | Saturday (6/20) at 1:00 PM – If your houseplants flinch when you walk by, this beginner-friendly workshop at Whiskey Bean Boutique sets things right. Get hands-on with air plants and preserved moss, learn the basics, and build your own 8-inch living wreath, cozy boutique vibes included, bragging rights guaranteed.
🚢 Father's Day Cruise @ J&M Cruise Lines | Sunday (6/21) at 2:00 PM – Skip the necktie, grab Dad, and hop on the Sandpiper for a Maumee River cruise where he rides free with your ticket, and it’s BYOB. Pack his favorite sips, snacks, and dad jokes, then drift by boats, swap stories, and log some actual quality time.
🎶 A Beautiful Noise @ The Stranahan | Sunday (6/21) at 6:30 PM – If you’ve been waiting for a respectable excuse to belt Sweet Caroline with strangers, this is it. A Beautiful Noise turns Neil Diamond’s hits into a glittery, feel-good stage party, all heart, harmony, and nostalgia. Sequins optional, shameless sing-alongs guaranteed.
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06 — Announcement In case you missed itWe opened The Insiders’ Club last week and hundreds of folks have already joined (seriously… can’t thank you enough!!). For a few bucks a month, The Club gives you every newsletter ad-free on your schedule, plus members-only updates to help you stay connected to your community. The Weekly Events Roundup is my favorite feature. You get one email a week with all the best events and nothing else cluttering it up. Want only that? Skip the daily emails and turn the rest off. Join the club → |
07 — The Toledo report Weather forecastToday — High: 75°F — Low: 52°F — Precip: 83%
Showers and thunderstorms before 1pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 1pm and 4pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 75. West wind 6 to 14 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 52. Northwest wind 3 to 14 mph. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tomorrow — High: 75°F — Low: 56°F — Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 75. West wind 3 to 10 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 56. Southwest wind 3 to 9 mph. Most popular house this weekThis Sylvania Township villa pairs privacy and versatility with a wooded backdrop, a new deck, and a paving stone patio. Soaring ceilings and expansive windows give the open layout plenty of light, while the oversized kitchen gathering space keeps things lively. A first-floor primary suite, den, walkout basement, and 3.5 car garage round out the appeal.
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