Food pantry open house set for October 10

UNDER ONE ROOF FOOD PANTRY will host a 10th anniversary celebration open house on Saturday, October 10, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., at 310 Elizabeth Street, Maumee.The public is invited to tour the pantry and learn about the organization’s mission and its service to the community for the past 10...

Now is the time to get ready for fall planting

THE LUCAS SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT (Lucas SWCD) will offer its first-ever fall native plant sale September 8 through 10, at its office, 3350 Hill Avenue, Suite K, Toledo.The sale will feature 12 different species of locally-grown native plants.Fall is a great time to plant due to cooler...

Upcoming races

For more information on any event, including any associated costs/fees, visit davesrunning.com or RunSignUp.com•Suzanne G. Komen Race for the Cure Sunday, September 27, Toledo, Ohio•Garmin Marathon Series Sunday, September 20, Toledo, Ohio•Race to the Monument Saturday, October 17, Maumee, Ohio•...

WCPD offers programs for all ages

THE FOLLOWING IS A LIST of upcoming programs offered through the Wood County Park District (WCPD). Registration is required for all programs unless noted otherwise. Programs are free of charge unless noted.To register, visit reservations.wood countyparkdistrict.org/.

Genacross and local RE/MAX office to host backpack and school supply drive

GENACROSS LUTHERAN SERVICES is partnering with RE/MAX Preferred Associates for a backpack and school supply drive for 75 local children.On Saturday, August 8, individuals can bring donations to a drivethru drop-off from 9 to 11 a.m., at Genacross Lutheran Services, at 2021 North McCord Road, next...

Parkinson’s Foundation of Northwest Ohio fundraiser

AN UNFORGETTABLE EVENING OF LIVE MUSIC, COCKTAILS AND DANCING BENEFITS THOUSANDS LIVING WITH PARKINSON'S IN NORTHWEST OHIO.Live music. Dancing under the stars. Signature cocktails. Exceptional food overlooking the Maumee River.

Dear Readers, This month, we celebrate America's Semiquincentennial (250th)

Dear Readers, this month, we celebrate America's Semiquincentennial (250th) birthday on July 4. Many families will celebrate this historic event by watching the ball drop, enjoying fireworks, learning about American history, camping, cooking out and simply spending time splashing in the pool.