Kliché by Kinyatta K

12/25/2023

Thank you Toledo for helping The Arts Commission make a difference to the artists and arts and culture organizations we were able to serve in 2023. Our direct impact to 672 area artists provided nearly $650,000 in support.

09/26/2023

08/17/2023

The Strictly R&B Park Jam at Promenade Park is taking place on Aug. 27 from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.

08/07/2023

The Impact of Gun Violence on Black Kids: A Call for Change

💔 It's time to address a pressing issue that affects our communities: gun violence and its devastating impact, particularly on black children. As we raise our voices against this senseless violence, let's join hands to create a safer and more inclusive world for everyone.

🎯 Gun violence has disproportionately affected black communities, robbing countless young lives of their dreams and potential. It's a harsh reality that demands our attention and action. We cannot stay silent when our children's lives are at stake.

🚫 We refuse to accept a future where gun violence becomes the norm. Every child deserves to grow up in a nurturing environment, free from the fear of gun-related incidents. It's time to break the cycle and rewrite this narrative together.

✊🏽✊🏾✊🏿 We stand in solidarity with black children who are disproportionately impacted by gun violence. We acknowledge the trauma and grief they endure, and we commit to advocating for change in their honor.

🗣️ It's crucial to engage in open conversations about gun violence, its root causes, and the policies needed to prevent it. Let's hold our leaders accountable and demand comprehensive gun control measures that protect our communities.

📚 Education and mentorship play a vital role in empowering our youth and offering alternatives to violence. By investing in quality education, mentorship programs, and providing safe spaces, we can equip our children with the tools they need to flourish.

🤝 Join us in supporting organizations and initiatives dedicated to ending gun violence, uplifting black communities, and advocating for justice. Together, we can create a future where all children, regardless of their background, can thrive.

🌍 It's time to turn our outrage into action. Let's spread awareness, foster empathy, and build bridges across communities. By uniting against gun violence, we can create a safer, brighter, and more equitable future for black children and all children alike.

08/07/2023

Join us next week!

06/23/2023

40,000 Book Giveaway Saturday at Glass City 📚📖

Metroparks Toledo and Toledo Federation of Teachers are working together to give away 40,000 books Saturday, June 24, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Glass City Metropark as part of the American Federation of Teachers Reading Opens the World campaign. Books will be available in the new Market Hall building at Glass City, 1505 Front St. Families can choose up to 10 books per child.

Thank you to the many volunteers who helped this week to prepare for this event.

Details about the book giveaway and instructions for teachers: https://metroparkstoledo.com/learn-and-play/free-books-available-reading-opens-the-world/

06/23/2023

05/02/2023

JET will be hosting a business event on Saturday, May 6th, at the Mott Library in Community Room A from 11:30 am - 12:30 pm.

You can register for this event using the following link.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/your-business-and-the-law-tickets-153364470259

02/26/2023

02/21/2023

🥰 😍😍

What a way to start the week! DaKoda and Dallas got their first Library cards this weekend! 🤩

02/14/2023

Save the date for the 2023 Art Loop events! We'll have loads of talented, local performers and artists lined up AND we are adding gallery tour at the end of November. Check out local vendors, create your own art to take home, and enjoy fantastic performances.

More details coming soon! Stay in the loop by following us on social media or signing up for our newsletter at www.theartscommission.org.

01/31/2023

REMINDER: The rescheduled Savage Park meeting is this Thursday, February 2nd from 4-6 p.m. We invite the public to discuss the prospective $1 million Outdoor Recreation Legacy Preservation grant from the National Park Service to renovate H.V. Savage Park.

12/19/2022

Congratulations

Congratulations to the Toledo Vikings 10u from Tesa League. The showed out in Altlanta. They won 33-0 against Liberty City Warriors from Florida. We are so proud of you! Stay focused and keep dominating in every aspect of life.

12/19/2022

Toledo, I’m excited to deliver an inspirational message on December 23rd.

Invite your friends, family and bring the young ones too.

FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

12/13/2022

Did you get this postcard in the mail questions, and thoughts??

12/09/2022

Our last Crafternoon of the year is almost here! We're featuring Embroidery this month, with instructor Olivia Anderson. Learn how to embroider countless designs by learning only one simple stitch. Turn a name, song lyric, or symbol into a beautiful piece of décor for your home, or create a unique custom gift for the holiday season! Beginners and seasoned embroiderers are welcome.

We'll be at Handmade Toledo from 12PM - 4:30PM. Olivia will be leading the first workshop from 12PM - 2PM (register at bit.ly/CrafternoonDec22) for artists of all ages, and a second workshop for ages 12+ from 2:30PM - 4:30PM (also Open Studio time, no registration needed!). This is a free event, there is no charge to attend and all art supplies are provided!

Thanks to Handmade Toledo for hosting and to our sponsors; ProMedica's Ebeid Neighborhood Promise, the Ohio Arts Council, and the National Endowment for the Arts.

Image Description: Artists work on projects at the November Community Crafternoon event, photo by Lindsay Akens Glass

12/09/2022

🎉🎉 IT’S THAT TIME OF YEAR AGAIN🎉🎉 It’s time to give back ❤️❤️❤️ It is always wonderful to give than to receive. The spirit of giving is so much more rewarding!!! So let’s participate in GIVING BACK!!!!

Drive by and donate a gift! 🎁
The Gift Drive begins
🎄🎄🎄 MONDAY Dec. 12th-16th 🎄🎄🎄outside of HELPING HANDS OF OHIO at
5650 Central Ave. Ste. D

And Dec. 19th 9am-7pm
at The Glass City Pavilion

We are accepting new or gently use Clothes, Toys, and toiletries items! For ALL AGES babies to Elderly adults!!!

HAPPY HOLIDAYS Christmas 🎄

12/09/2022

12/09/2022

If your Free this Sunday come support our partners at The Arts Commission

11/05/2022

Hard 🔥🔥🔥

Listen to Champion by BreezyDub & Teejay3k on Apple Music. 2022. Duration: 1:37

11/05/2022

It’s so beautiful out here it feels absolutely amazing 😍🥰

11/01/2022

Community leaders celebrated the official opening of Junction Park this afternoon in Toledo. It's located at the corner of Junction and Nebraska.