New inclusive playspace prepares for soft opening
DOT (Defying Odds Therapy) Playspace, featuring climbing structures, swings, a café and more and founded by pediatric occupational therapist Erica Zimmerman, will open this spring. Select offerings are available for their soft opening phase. The inclusive indoor space caters to children of all abilities, offering a sensory-friendly environment for both play and therapeutic activities. There will also be a dedicated area for infants under 24 months. Fami- lies can enjoy unlimited play for $15 per child, with reduced rates for additional siblings and free entry for caregivers and babies under 12 months. Membership options are available.
6544 W. Central Ave. Ste A, Toledo. 419-517-1332. dotplayspace.com.
Local children’s library gets new name
The Sanger Branch Children’s Library has been renamed as the Drs. Jaylata and Madhusudan Patel Children’s Library. Dr. Jaylata Patel, a retired local psychiatrist with strong appreciation for the library, is a lifelong reader and is active in the Sanger Library book club. In January, there was an unveiling ceremony for the newly named children’s library.
3030 W. Central Ave., Toledo.
New pickleball facility opens
Toledo Pickle, LLC, a premier pickleball and entertainment facility and eatery in Toledo, is now open, offering top-notch amenities for pickleball fans and a variety of entertainment options for all ages. In January, Toledo Pickle held a grand opening that supported TutorSmart Toledo.
1030 Water St., 419-862-7455. toledopickle.com.
