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Youth Programming Grant Applications Now Being Accepted in Toledo

Toledo is now accepting applications for its 2026–2027 Youth Services Grant Program, an initiative designed to expand high-quality youth programming across the city. The...

What’s on Our Bookshelf: February 2026

From heartwarming stories of friendship and love to spooky mysteries, sports adventures, and laugh-out-loud graphic novels, this month’s bookshelf offers something for every young...

Toledo Lucas County Public Library Shares the Most Popular Books of 2025 for Local...

These are the books kids keep coming back to. Based on what families checked out at the Toledo Lucas County Public Library's branches in...

Marnie’s Message: A Children’s Book with a Big Heart Supports Planned Pethood and Teaches...

A gentle mama dog, a litter of puppies and a second chance at love are at the heart of "Marnie’s Message," a newly released...

Building a Sustainable Quality Sleep Routine for the Entire Family

If you are struggling with rough mornings and feeling like your family is not well rested, you aren’t alone. Pediatric sleep consultant Annie Babkiewicz...

What’s on Our Bookshelf this January 2026

After the rush of the holidays, January gives families permission to slow down. As routines return and winter settles in, books become an easy...

Health and Wellness Guide 2026

As we enter the new year, local health and wellness resources in the Toledo area reflect on how their practices grow, evolve and continue...

Applications Open for Toledo’s Next Kid Mayor

Fourth graders across Toledo Public Schools and Washington Local Schools have a unique opportunity to step into civic leadership as the City of Toledo...

Where to See Santa in the Toledo Area 2025

Multiple Dates Franklin Park Mall Experience the magic of the season with a heartwarming visit and keepsake photo with Santa. Franklin Park Mall, 5001 Monroe St. Lights Before...

What’s on Our Bookshelf this December

December invites us to cozy up and celebrate the many traditions that make this season shine. Whether you light candles, decorate a tree or...

TPS Cell Phone-Free Policy Begins

Toledo Public Schools became a cell phone free-school district in August, in accordance with Ohio House Bill 250. The bill mandates a cell phone-free...