Bagels, boba, books, and plants you didn’t know you needed, plus a thrift party, a neighborhood blowout, a dog-friendly ballgame, riverside fun, and more. 
Happy Tuesday! You know the drill – grab your coffee (or whatever you sip in the morning), kick back, and let BaseLocal serve up everything you need to know for the week ahead:
- Gas prices rise ⛽
- More sinkholes emerge 🌊
- Youth programs grow 🎣
- Things to do 📆
Let’s get to it.
📰 In the news
Rising sinkhole reports after heavy rain: Toledo has seen at least seven new sinkholes this week, with experts warning that aging infrastructure and soil erosion could make the problem worse. Here’s what’s driving the sudden surge.
Summer enrichment on tap: From free fishing camps to woodworking workshops, Toledo’s summer youth programs aim to keep kids safe, engaged, and learning while school’s out. See what’s planned across the city.
Toledo gas prices tick up: Drivers are paying about 10 cents more per gallon this week, averaging $3.01 across the city. Despite the bump, analysts predict one of the most affordable summers for road trips in years — see the latest price comparisons and forecast here.
Other highlights this week:
- Dine to fund Latino scholarships
- Meet marketers at this happy hour
- Bid big at the silent auction
- Explore mental health at this expo
- Support cancer research with beer
- Toledo Museum partners in cultural exchange
✨ We got your back
Hole lotta love: When your carb cravings hit a 10, Barry Bagels comes through with the kind of chewy, golden perfection that demands a schmear (or six). Sweet, savory, stacked sky-high—we don’t judge. We just hope you get there before the everything bagels are gone.
Sip happens: Craving something cold, chewy, and dangerously addictive? The drinks at R&B Bubble Tea and Poke Bowl are equal parts caffeine, fruit, and snack—all in one cup. Customize your order like a boba sommelier or stick with the house fave, but fair warning: that first slurp might become a full-blown personality trait.
Plot twist! You walked in just to browse… and somehow left Encore Books with a towering TBR pile, a tote bag, and deep emotional attachment to a story you haven’t even read yet. Cozy, chaotic, or cat-adjacent—whatever your genre, the shelves here never disappoint.
Green thumbs up: Whether you’re a seasoned plant whisperer or the kind of person who needs a succulent with a survival guide, Bensell Greenhouse has what you need to make your home 47% leafier. Warning: side effects may include impulse-buying a fiddle-leaf fig and naming it.
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🔔Coming soon
Thrift & Sip | June 1st
Wardrobe need a refresh? House feel a little too meh? Thrift & Sip is your chance to hunt for secondhand treasures, sip Maumee Bay Brewing Co. beers, snack on bites from their food truck, and vibe to live music—without spending a dime to get in. It’s dog-friendly, kid-tolerant, and open to vendors (got gently used goods to unload?).
Swing by the MBBC Event Warehouse & Hops Garden between 10 am – 3 pm to sip, thrift, and repeat. Get the full scoop here.
52nd Old West End Festival | June 7th–8th
Toledo’s most charming neighborhood throws its annual blowout, and you’re invited. The Old West End Festival returns with 26 live bands, multiple food markets, a beer garden (bless), house tours, local vendors, and more quirks than you can count—all kicked off by the delightfully offbeat King Wamba Carnival Parade.
It’s the 52nd year of this two-day street party, and whether you come for the music, the Victorian architecture, or the people-watching, you’ll leave full (of funnel cake and joy). Want in? Get the details here.
📆 Around town
All events are subject to change without notice. Please check event pages and social media for the most up to date information.
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This week
🐶 Hens & Hounds: Mud Hens vs. Indians @ Fifth Third Field | Tuesday (5/20) at 6:05 pm – Batter up and tails waggin’! It’s bring-your-dog night at the ballpark, complete with a Mud Hens-branded collapsible bowl for the first 1,000 pups. Watch the game while your furry MVP sniffs out some new friends.
🎨 Rachel Ruysch: Nature into Art @ Toledo Museum of Art | Wednesday (5/21) at 11:00 am – Step into a floral wonderland where science meets still life. This is the first-ever solo exhibition in the U.S. celebrating Dutch master Rachel Ruysch, whose 17th-century botanical paintings are anything but still. Come for the petals, stay for the precision — and let’s be real, it’s the classiest way to spend a Wednesday.
🛥️ Thursday Lunch Cruise @ The Sandpiper | Thursday (5/22) at 11:30 am – Clock out for an extended lunch break and hop aboard The Sandpiper for a breezy two-hour cruise down the Maumee River. Expect riverside mansions, yacht club daydreams, and maybe even a heron or two. Dave’s Cosmic Subs is handling lunch, but if you’re more of a bring-your-own-chardonnay type — coolers and personal snacks are totally welcome.
🎨 Pop-It-Paint-It Door Rounds Workshop @ Bellwether at Toledo Spirits | Thursday (5/22) at 6:00 pm – DIY meets happy hour in this crafty paint-and-sip soirée. Choose your favorite door round design — from seasonal greetings to sports team pride — and paint the night away with cocktails in hand.
🎉 Opening Play! Presented by Buckeye Broadband @ Glass City Metropark & Riverwalk | Friday (5/23) at 10 am – Glass City Metropark is throwing open the gates to summer with splash zones, skate trails, rock walls, and riverside bites. Whether you’re climbing, kayaking, or cruising in on a boat, this is Toledo’s official call to play.
🖼️ TMA Date Night @ The Toledo Museum of Art | Friday (5/23) at 5:30 pm – Looking to woo someone with your salsa steps and a little fine art flair? This date night delivers dance lessons, cocktails, and gallery strolls through blooming baroque still lifes. It’s basically the museum version of a rom-com.
This weekend
🦁 Summer Kick Off @ The Toledo Zoo | Saturday (5/24) at 10 am – Celebrate 125 wild years of the Toledo Zoo with live music, bounce houses, princess meet-and-greets, and animal shows galore. From steel drums to bubble demos, it’s an all-day, animal-packed party with something for everyone — even a chill sensory zone for those who need a break from the roar.
🎤 30th Anniversary Gala @ The Valentine Theatre | Saturday (5/24) at 5 pm – Three decades of music, memories, and magic come together at this elegant gala featuring dinner, a silent auction, and world-premiere musical collaborations. Grab your glitziest threads and toast to 30 years with the Perrysburg Chorale.
🎨 Toledo Paint and Sip Party – “Evening Glow” @ Wine & Canvas Studio | Saturday (5/24) at 6 pm – Twilight trees, starry skies, and a wine glass in hand — what more could you ask for? Unleash your artsy side with step-by-step guidance from a pro while sipping your favorite BYOB beverage. Bonus: You get to take home your glowing masterpiece.
🌸 36th Annual Flower Day Weekend @ Toledo Farmers’ Market | Sunday (5/25) at 8 am – The blooms are back and brighter than ever for the 36th Annual Flower Day Weekend. Whether you’ve got a green thumb or just like to sniff pretty petals, this floral extravaganza is bursting with fresh-cut flowers, vibrant plants, produce, and handmade goods from local vendors. Bring a tote, wear comfy shoes, and prepare to swoon.
🍺 Paddle & Pint: Mission Beer & Boat Launch by Quenched & Tempered @ Middlegrounds Metropark | Sunday (5/25) at 6 pm – Paddle through downtown Toledo, sip on the brand-new Saw-Whet Sangria Ale, and groove to Chloe & the Steel Strings at The Garden. It’s a brew-fueled float with a cause — proceeds support the Riverwalk and help bring more nature to more people.
🎶 Live music & comedy
- 5/20 Bobby and Frankie May @ Fuzzy’s Taco Shop – 5 pm
- 5/20 Tuesday Night Comedy @ Chevy’s Place Downtown – 7:30 pm
- 5/22 DCTaylor @ Toledo Spirits Company – 6 pm
- 5/22 Bobby May Open Steak Jam @ Papa’s Tavern – 7 pm
- 5/22 TX2 @ Frankie’s – 7:30 pm
- 5/23 Plush and more @ Frankie’s – 7 pm
- 5/23 Nobody Wins and more @ Ottawa Tavern – 7 pm
- 5/23 Koz and Effect @ Toledo Tech Loft – 7:30 pm
- 5/23 WhiskeyGypsy @ Pat & Dandy’s – 8 pm
- 5/23 Venyx @ Hollywood Casino – 8 pm
- 5/24 Zac Brown Band and more @ Glass Bowl – 6 pm
- 5/25 DC Taylor @ Toledo Zoo Main Plaza – 11:30 am
- 5/25 Little Eric’s Benefit Concert @ Maumee Bay Brewing – 4 pm
- 5/25 Sunday Night Comedy @ Home Slice Pizza – 6:30 pm
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