New Japanese Fried Chicken Spot “Papa Kato Karaage” Opens in Downtown Toledo’s Warehouse District

Toledo, OH — A bold new flavor has landed in Downtown Toledo, and food lovers won’t want to miss it. The Kengo family of restaurants has officially debuted its fourth concept—Papa Kato Karaage—a fast-casual Japanese fried chicken spot inspired by tradition, family, and serious flavor. The grand opening celebration kicks off Thursday, June 5, at … Continue reading New Japanese Fried Chicken Spot “Papa Kato Karaage” Opens in Downtown Toledo’s Warehouse District

From DMs to the Diamond: I’m Throwing the First Pitch at a Toledo Mud Hens Game!

A couple of months ago, I slid into the Mud Hens’ DMs with a simple question: “How does one go about throwing the first pitch at a game?” And guess what? They made it happen! This Saturday, May 24th, I’ll be stepping onto the field at Fifth Third Field to throw out the first pitch—and … Continue reading From DMs to the Diamond: I’m Throwing the First Pitch at a Toledo Mud Hens Game!

Black Violin is Bringing Their Genre-Bending Brilliance to The Valentine—And You Don’t Want to Miss It!

Picture this: A violin. Classical, refined, maybe even a little… expected. Now, imagine that same violin spitting out the beats of your favorite hip-hop track, seamlessly blending Bach with Biggie, Mozart with Missy Elliott. Sounds impossible? Not if you’ve ever witnessed the magic of Black Violin in action. The GRAMMY-nominated duo, Wil Baptiste and Kev … Continue reading Black Violin is Bringing Their Genre-Bending Brilliance to The Valentine—And You Don’t Want to Miss It!

Review: Beetlejuice Brings Spooky Fun and Over-the-Top Laughs to Toledo

Last night’s media night at The Stranahan Theater was a wild, high-energy ride through the afterlife with Beetlejuice: The Musical. Based on Tim Burton’s cult-classic film, this Broadway hit delivered a hilariously twisted take on the story of Lydia Deetz, a grief-stricken teen who finds herself entangled with a recently deceased couple and an over-the-top, … Continue reading Review: Beetlejuice Brings Spooky Fun and Over-the-Top Laughs to Toledo

Experience a Timeless Romance with Toledo Opera’s South Pacific at the Valentine Theatre This Valentine’s Weekend

If you’re searching for an unforgettable way to celebrate Valentine’s Day or planning a fun Galentine’s Night Out, Toledo Opera’s upcoming production of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s South Pacific is the perfect choice. For the first time in its 66-year history, Toledo Opera will bring this beloved Broadway classic to life at the stunning Valentine Theatre. … Continue reading Experience a Timeless Romance with Toledo Opera’s South Pacific at the Valentine Theatre This Valentine’s Weekend