Serving Lucas, Ottawa, Sandusky and Wood Counties
The 11th Annual Toledo Beer & Bacon Fest is set for Saturday, June 14 — the day before Father's Day — from 3-7 p.m. at The Hungarian Club of Toledo, 224 Paine Ave., in East Toledo’s historic Birmingham Neighborhood.
Hosted by the Hungarian Club of Toledo and the Glass City Mashers, the festival will showcase more than 40 locally made beers, ciders, and hard seltzers alongside a lineup of Hungarian-inspired bacon dishes, live music and lawn games.
“We’re proud to bring people together for a fun and flavorful afternoon in the heart of Toledo's Birmingham Neighborhood,” said Peter Ujvagi of the Hungarian Club. “There’s nothing quite like beer, bacon and live music to start Father’s Day weekend right.”
Nature’s Nursery began its first full month of operations in June 1989. What started as a small hobby-operation 36 years ago on a residential property has grown into a multifaceted organization that now serves more than 18 counties and cares for 3,500 animals or more every year.
A celebration of the refuge’s history and future will be take place at the second annual Founders Day event Sunday, June 8, from noon-3 p.m., 7541 Dutch Rd., Waterville.
The event will include wildlife education programs, tours, games, food and more. Admission is free and donations are greatly appreciated.
In conjunction with the celebration, a ribbon cutting will be held at 1 p.m. for the new outdoor education pavilion, built with monetary donations and donations of time and talent from several contractors who worked to complete the 20x30 structure. The pavilion will be used to host events, education programs, field trips and meetings.
“Our longevity as an organization is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our staff, volunteers and supporters,” said Nature’s Nursery Executive Director Allison Aey. “Over the last 36 years we have cared for over 80,000 animals and we could not have done it without the support of the community.”
Those who are unable to attend on June 8 may visit the Nature’s Nursery Education Center on Mondays and Wednesdays from 1-6 p.m.
For more information, visit natures-nursery.org/events/founding-day.
More than a dozen local breweries — including earnest brew works, Findlay Brewing, and Maumee Bay Brewing — will pour fan favorites and new releases. First-time participants include Ottawa Brewing, Bait House Brewing (Sandusky), and Arlyn’s Good Beer (Bowling Green).
Festivalgoers can sample beer and bacon pairings like:
Attendees can also enjoy live music from Toledo’s own Hey Rock on the main stage, plus lawn games and a laid-back festival vibe throughout the grounds.
General admission tickets are $40, which includes 10 beer samples and event entry (21+ only). Designated driver tickets are $15, which includes food sample tickets. Additional beer and food tickets will be available for purchase on site.
Tickets available at Eventbrite here through the Toledo Beer and Bacon Fest Facebook page (search “Toledo Beer and Bacon”).
The Northwest Ohio Conservative Coalition (NWOCC) will present a public reading of the Declaration of Independence on Friday, July 4, at noon in Hood Park, 105 W. Front St. in downtown Perrysburg.
Free copies of the Declaration of Independence and Constitution will be given out to attendees.
According to Linda Bowyer, NWOCC chair: “This is a great event to bring children and grandchildren - many of them have never heard these documents read out loud. This is a wonderful way to kick off the celebration of the birth of our country."
Individuals who would like to participate as a reader of a section of the Declaration, may contact Bowyer at nwohioconservativecoalition@gmail.com.
The Ohio State Highway Patrol is actively seeking driven, service-minded individuals to turn their talents into purpose with a career at the Patrol.
“We’re looking for dedicated individuals who want more than just a job — they want to make a difference,” said Col. Charles A. Jones, Patrol superintendent. “This is a chance to take the skills you already have and apply them to something bigger than yourself.”
The Patrol offers advanced training, competitive benefits and career progression opportunities by joining one its specialty sections after two years of field experience.
During time at the Ohio State Highway Patrol Training Academy in Columbus, trainees will receive the tools, support and leadership development needed to grow into the next generation of state troopers.
Upon graduating from the academy, the Patrol guarantees that cadets will be assigned to a post within 50 air-miles of their residence.
Applications for Cadet Class 178 will be accepted through Tuesday, July 15. Signing day for the cadet class will be on Sept. 22, with first day beginning at 6:30 a.m. the following morning at the academy.
For more information, visit statepatrol.ohio.gov/recruitment-and-training/recruitment/.
Wood County seniors and community leaders are encouraged to become a candidate to serve on the Wood County Committee on Aging Governing Board for a two-year term beginning Jan. 1, 2026.
Candidates must be Wood County residents and at least 60 years of age or community leaders of any age.
Visit wccoa.net to download a nomination form or call WCCOA at 419-353-5661 or 1-800-367-4935 or email at WCCOA@wccoa.net.
Completed forms must be returned to the Nomination Committee Chair, WCCOA, 140 South Grove Street, Bowling Green, OH 43402-2424 on or before Monday, July 14.
The governing board sets policies and conducts the affairs of the WCCOA. Board members are expected to attend the monthly board meeting and to serve on at least one committee. Other important board responsibilities include:
Elections will take place Oct. 20-24, with installation and the first board meeting in January 2026.
The Ottawa County Task Force on Aging is planning events surrounding World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, including a proclamation from the Ottawa County Commissioners on Tuesday, June 10, at noon in the Magruder Conference Center, Port Clinton. All are welcome.
The task force hopes to spread information about financial exploitation scams, which are now the number-one Adult Protective Services issue in Ohio.
The task force is distributing bags with resources related to abuse, neglect and exploitation at the senior centers to home-delivered meal clients, to agencies and businesses that interact with seniors, and at Senior Day at the Ottawa County Fair on Wednesday, July 16.
Information and resources to help prevent and mitigate financial exploitation of seniors can be found at ohioattorneygeneral.gov.
Like and follow the Ottawa County Task Force on Aging on Facebook.
The Village Players will present the musical comedy, “Little Shop of Horrors,” in seven shows at the theatre, 2740 Upton Ave., Toledo.
Curtain time is 7 p.m. June 13-14 and June 19-21 and 2 p.m. June 15 and 22.
Tickets are $25 for adults and $20 for students.
Based on the 1960 film by Roger Corman and featuring a book, music, and lyrics by Howard Ashman and Alan Menken, “Little Shop” follows meek plant store attendant Seymour, his co-worker crush Audrey, her sadistic dentist of a boyfriend and the man-eating plant that threatens them and the world as we know it.
Visit thevillageplayers.org for more details.
