2026 Vision Board and Episode To-Do List for The Perrysburg Podcast
Perrysburg Podcast
This is my annual vision board episode. Last year’s was . When I published it, I talked about my vision board and my episode to-do list for 2025. Today is the 2026 version. There are 12 categories on my 2026 vision board and 46 episode ideas. I didn’t use all the episode ideas from 2025. I’m carrying several over to 2026. Plus, I added new ideas and left room for surprises. Subscribe to or follow The Perrysburg Podcast to find out what makes it onto the show in 2026! Subscribe to or follow The Perrysburg Podcast to find out what makes it onto the show in 2026! The...
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Ways to Give Back in and Around Perrysburg
Perrysburg Podcast
When people talk about giving back, they often use the word volunteering. I used that word in episodes 84 and 88 when I talked about volunteer opportunities in Perrysburg. Not everything that helps our community fits neatly under the “volunteering.” Rather than have a third episode with volunteering in the title, I titled this episode, “Ways to Give Back in and Around Perrysburg.” People give back in lots of ways here in Perrysburg: by volunteering their time, by donating resources, and by serving in leadership roles. Today, I’ll walk through some practical ways to give...
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Things to do in and around Perrysburg
Perrysburg Podcast
When I visit other cities, I Google, “Things to do in and around [name of city].” In today’s episode, I share things to do in and around Perrysburg from the perspective of a local. The FULL show notes are on . Search my back-catalog on for ideas. Examples are below: Places of worship Public transportation in Perrysburg Where to find Santa Cemeteries Pharmacies Three Dog Bakery + pet info Free stuff + second-hand stores Every park in Perrysburg Way Public Library Walleye fishing Volunteer opportunities + food banks Restaurants, bars/breweries, bakeries/dessert,...
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Perrysburg Transit
Perrysburg Podcast
We’re talking about Perrysburg Transit today. This episode is a follow-up to , which was Part 3 of my Planes, Trains, and Automobiles Series in February 2024. According to the City of Perrysburg’s website, Perrysburg Transit provides door-to-door transportation services for citizens who need a ride to their medical appointments, work, shopping trips, and much more within the City of Perrysburg. To learn more, visit Perrysburg Transit 116 W. Third Street, Perrysburg, OH 43551 Call between 8 AM - 4 PM daily. Rides are available Monday-Saturday from 8:30 AM - 8:30...
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5 Santa Sightings in December 2025
Perrysburg Podcast
In this episode, I share 5 places you can find Santa in Perrysburg in December 2025. Thank you to the for input on this episode! City of Perrysburg’s Fire Station (W. Indiana Avenue) December 5, 2025, 3-5:15 PM. Plus, he’ll be in Visit Perrysburg’s Home for the Holidays Parade Downtown at 6 PM. Learn more at or Levis Commons. For hours, visit or Three Dog Bakery December 6 and 7, 2025, 12:00 - 2:00 PM. Cost is $10 ($5 goes to the Wood Country Humane Society) To learn more, visit Bass Pro (Rossford) Santa visits Bass Pro daily. Visitors get a free 4X6...
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Interview with Molly Johnson, Funeral Director at Witzler-Shank-Walker Funeral Home
Perrysburg Podcast
In today’s episode, I sit down with Molly Johnson from Witzler Shank-Walker-Funeral Home. During our conversation, Molly shares her career path, services Witzler-Shank-Walker Funeral Home offers, the benefits of pre-planning a funeral, unique send-offs she has helped with, and more. Whether you’re curious about funeral traditions, looking for resources for your own family, or simply want to hear a story about someone making a meaningful difference in her hometown, this conversation offers warmth, wisdom, and practical insights for everyone. Molly Johnson is a Perrysburg resident and...
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Legacy Interviews: Saving Stories That Matter
Perrysburg Podcast
I am buying a legacy interview product for my parents as a holiday gift this year. The two products I’m considering are and . You will learn about legacy interviews, Storyworth, and Remento in this episode. ⭐️ This episode is NOT sponsored. I do not work for Storyworth or Remento, and I am not compensated in any way for talking about these products. What is a legacy interview? According to ChatGPT, a legacy interview is a conversation that preserves a person’s memories, stories, values, and life lessons for future generations. Links from this episode ...
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2025 Battle of the Badges Blood Drive and Red Cross Blood Donation Insights with Christy Peters
Perrysburg Podcast
In the first part of the episode, I talk about the 2nd Annual Battle of the Badges Blood Drive. Then, I share my conversation with Christy Peters (Regional Communications Director, American Red Cross Northern Ohio Region). Christy talks about the importance of blood donation, nutrition and hydration tips for donors, the benefits of using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, how to volunteer with the American Red Cross, and more. 2nd Annual Battle of the Badges Blood Drive - Police vs. Fire Tuesday, November 18, 2025, 12:00 - 6:00 PM Schaller Memorial Building (American Legion Post 28)...
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Conversations That Keep Seniors Thriving – with Perrysburg Resident Colleen Fisher (Director of Sales and Marketing at St. Clare Commons)
Perrysburg Podcast
Colleen Fisher is a social worker and the Director of Sales and Marketing at St. Clare Commons, a Senior Living Community, located at 12469 Five Point Road (Perrysburg, OH). St. Clare Commons offers various levels of care, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, long-term care, and skilled nursing care. During our interview, Colleen describes the amenities and services provided at St. Clare Commons, such as personalized care, social activities, and community engagement. She also coaches me on natural ways to initiate meaningful conversations with my own...
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Cemeteries
Perrysburg Podcast
In this episode, I list the 5 cemeteries with a Perrysburg, OH address. Then, I explain how the timing of the episode lines up with The Day of the Dead (or Día de los Muertos) and All Saints’ Day. Plus, I share my personal belief, that You’re never truly gone as long as someone still speaks your name. 5 Cemeteries with a Perrysburg, OH address Lyon (or Lyons) Cemetery 25441 West River Road Fort Meigs Union Cemetery 620 W Indiana Ave. () Saint Rose Cemetery 11330-11598 Avenue Road (OH SR 795) () Restlawn Memorial Park — 3665 Genoa Rd Hufford Cemetery — 10199 Wyandot...
info_outlineWe’re talking about Perrysburg Transit today. This episode is a follow-up to Episode 28 of The Perrysburg Podcast, which was Part 3 of my Planes, Trains, and Automobiles Series in February 2024.
According to the City of Perrysburg’s website, Perrysburg Transit provides door-to-door transportation services for citizens who need a ride to their medical appointments, work, shopping trips, and much more within the City of Perrysburg. To learn more, visit
https://www.perrysburgoh.gov/169/Perrysburg-Transit
Perrysburg Transit 116 W. Third Street, Perrysburg, OH 43551
- Call 419-872-8430 between 8 AM - 4 PM daily.
- Rides are available Monday-Saturday from 8:30 AM - 8:30 PM and Sunday from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM (As of December 11, 2025). Rides may be scheduled up to one week in advance.
- Email Perrysburg Transit
If you know someone who needs a ride in the City of Perrysburg, tell them about Perrysburg Transit! Special thanks to Michelle Emge for providing input for this episode. Keep up the good work, Perrysburg Transit!
Links from this episode
- Perrysburg Transit https://www.perrysburgoh.gov/169/Perrysburg-Transit
- TARTA (Toledo, OH) https://tarta.com/
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