Perrysburg Podcast

The Perrysburg Podcast is a resource for Perrysburg, OH residents. We talk about what’s in Perrysburg and why people like to live here. Hosted by Perrysburg resident Kim Newlove.

Girl Scouts of Western Ohio with insights from Erika Jackson 01/30/2026

Beyond Books, Beyond Books Junior, and Party Express at Way Public Library 01/23/2026

2026 Guest Application Process 01/16/2026

Internet Providers 01/09/2026

Internet Providers We’re talking about internet providers in Perrysburg today. If you’ve recently asked your friends and neighbors, “Who do you use for internet?” or “What else is out there?” this episode is for you. This episode is not sponsored. This episode has 3 parts: Internet providers mentioned by members of the What else is out there, according to my online research. What to consider when comparing and choosing an internet provider in Perrysburg. Compare providers using a spreadsheet. I like pen/paper. My husband prefers Excel. Make your shopping list before you talk to someone in sales. If you don’t know what you need, it’s hard for anyone to help you choose. Providers mentioned in this episode include a mix of fiber, cable, wireless, and satellite providers. Availability varies by address. In alphabetical order, they are: Amplex AT&T Brightspeed Buckeye Broadband CenturyLink DISH Earthlink Frontier HughesNet Omni Fiber Spectrum Starlink T-Mobile 5G Home Internet Verizon 5G Home Internet Viasat Windstream (Kinetic) XNET WiFi Consider the following when looking for an internet provider: Do you need internet for business or residential use? What will you use it for? Which devices will access the internet, and how many at the same time? Which providers are available where you live? What’s your budget for internet? Are there any promotions? Can you bundle services to save money? What internet speed do you need for uploads and downloads? Do you need fiber? What’s best for gaming, streaming, remote work, or rural coverage? What equipment (hardware) is provided? (Do you know how to use it?) Are you comfortable with the customer service offered (human-staffed, chat bots, 24/7)? Let me know what I missed - , Subject line: Episode 129 Share this episode with your friends and neighbors who need an internet provider. Popular podcast player links are below: ⬇️ Apple Podcasts Spotify Audible YouTube Other links Sign up for the weekly newsletter on Follow the podcast on YouTube Email the host: /episode/index/show/f5c9bf3f-4a18-4a28-952f-23e764bebd07/id/39664395

2026 Vision Board and Episode To-Do List for The Perrysburg Podcast 01/02/2026

2026 Vision Board and Episode To-Do List for The 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 FULL show notes are on . Know someone who might like this episode? Share it with them! Popular links are below: ⬇️ Apple Podcasts Spotify Audible YouTube If you can help me with information or connections (for interviews) in 2026, please reach out via email . THANK YOU! 2026 Vision Board Categories Scheduled Episodes Faith Community Leaders and Places of Worship Attractions Resident interviews Sources of Information The Arts Sports Scouts School-related City of Perrysburg Topics Police and Fire Department Topics Miscellaneous Topics Scheduled Episodes (new category) Vision Board/to-do list episode (today) Finale/3-year podcast anniversary celebration episode on July 3, 2026. Faith Community Leaders and Places of Worship The Islamic Center of Greater Toledo/Mosque - Mona, The Christian Science Reading Room - Chuck, Stonebridge Church St. Rose Catholic Church (and School) Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church on Five Point Rd. First United Methodist Church Presbyterian Church (Elm and Second) Cedar Creek Church *If you would like me to feature your church, email me: . Attractions in Perrysburg Fort Meigs YMCA and the Mary Chris Kay Endowment. To donate, click the link: 577 Foundation (Heather Gallant) Fort Meigs Historical Site Spafford House Museum Wood County Park District Toledo Metroparks Resident Interviews Remembering Perrysburg Resident Doug Pratt and talk about his land donation Justin and Christa Marchand Lionel and Nikki Brock Richard Baranowski (Way Library local history librarian) Sources of Information Perrysburg Messenger Journal (PMJ) Historic Perrysburg Inc. The Arts (new category) Musicians for Causes @musiciansforcauses (IG), Special thanks to PHS Student Robbie Zhang for inspiring this category! The Perrysburg Chorale Audioflare Recording Studio at the Toledo School for the Arts (audiobook producer) Grass Roots Recycling to Reuse, LLC Woodlands Park Sculpture Walk Perrysburg Hearts the Arts (Festival) Sports Interview Chuck Jaco about Perrysburg High School sports Interview with local deer hunter Jason Holliday from the Harvest Holliday Podcast Interview with Mario from Maumee Tackle Gyms in Perrysburg Interview with Pickleball Paul Smithers about Pickleball in Perrysburg Other sports for K-12-aged kids, like gymnastics and dance eSports at the high school https://www.perrysburgschools.net/Downloads/Club ESports flier_.pdf Curling (Black Swamp Curling Center in Bowling Green) Scouts Girl Scouts of Western Ohio Boy Scouts Erie Shores Council School-related topics Autism Awareness PENTA (public vocational school in Perrysburg) City of Perrysburg Topics Revitalize Perrysburg Phase II with the City of Perrysburg’s New Public Information Officer, Casey Kenworthy (Spring) Police and Fire Department Topics Township - topics of choice, City - topics of choice, Miscellaneous Topics Small Business Saturday (November 2026 - the Saturday after Thanksgiving) Interview with local realtors, or Internet providers in Perrysburg Ways to Give Back in and Around Perrysburg Part 2 (See part 1: ) Other links from this episode Email the Host - Kim Newlove, Sign up for our weekly newsletter on Follow the podcast on YouTube Mary Chris Kay Endowment ℅ the YMCA of Greater Toledo /episode/index/show/f5c9bf3f-4a18-4a28-952f-23e764bebd07/id/39577810

Ways to Give Back in and Around Perrysburg 12/26/2025

Ways to Give Back in and Around Perrysburg 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 back in and around Perrysburg, which may help you figure out what might be a good fit for you. Topics covered: Safety Church City, Community, and Events Local Attractions Environmental Inclusion and the Ability Community People experiencing medical challenges Veterans Older Adults Hospice Clothing Help Children Food Animals Running General Service Safety Be a designated driver Church Committee or Council Volunteer at your church’s nursery Decorate for seasons or do yard work Help with a funeral luncheon or other event City, Community, and Events General: Pick up trash at local parks, participate in Buy Nothing Perrysburg FB Groups Volunteer with the City of Perrysburg’s Commissions and Boards. Click on “Application for Public Volunteer,” and create an account to apply. Perrysburg Great American Clean-Up – Seasonal volunteer clean-up of parks and neighborhoods. Downtown Perrysburg, Inc. - DPI - Winterfest, Rock the Docks, Boots in the Burg, Zip the Burg, and more Way Public Library Volunteer Programs Help Tim Ansted (Perrysburg Chamber of Commerce) with the Homecoming Parade Local Attractions 577 Foundation Fort Meigs Historic Site Environmental General: weeding gardens (at an older adult’s house, 577 Foundation, or a Garden Club) Partners For Clean Streams Grass Roots Recycling to Reuse Network, LLC The Wood County Park District Metroparks Toledo Inclusion and the Ability Community The Ability Center of Greater Toledo (Assistance Dogs) County Board of Developmental Disabilities (Special Olympics) People experiencing medical challenges Ronald McDonald House of Northwest Ohio American Cancer Society: Fundraisers, like Relay For Life American Red Cross - donate blood, deliver blood products to hospitals Veterans Volunteer with the City or Township’s Cemetery Board and partner with American Legion Post 28 to place flags at Veteran’s graves (~Memorial Day and Veterans Day) If you’re a Veteran, join the American Legion, and help with various projects Older Adults General: Mow grass, rake leaves, shovel snow, wash windows or dishes, take out trash, etc Set up a Knox box for neighbors, in case the Fire Department or Rescue Squad needs access. (Township and City both have this.) Deliver meals with the Perrysburg Senior Nutrition Program (Meals on Wheels). Contact the Wood County Committee on Aging Visit shut-ins. Have a conversation or read to them (PMJ Newspaper, buzz book, Perrysburg Living Magazine, their church’s newsletter, Way Public Library’s newsletter, a novel of their choosing, etc). Hospice Hospice of Northwest Ohio – Provide companionship, support and help with events or administrative tasks. Care360 Hospice (Toledo, OH) - provide companionship Clothing Timothy’s Perrysburg Foundation (at St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church on East Boundary St): accepts clothing donations and provides clothing to those in need Operation Clean Duds provides free laundry services to individuals and families facing challenges. Help Children Elementary School Parent-Teacher groups (or PTOs), HPI, Jr. High, and High School Parents Organizations (ex: Cookie Jar around Christmastime) Contact schools for details. Perrysburg Schools Foundation – Assist with school-related events, fundraisers, and support for students & teachers. Help with sports teams or band - transport tents and band equipment Coach a sport, like PABSC (baseball and softball) , PYSA (soccer) , or YMCA sports (flag football, basketball, and more) CASA Volunteer - Court Appointed Special Advocate Let’s Build Beds builds beds for children ages 3-17 The Program, Inc. provides male role models for boys. Neighborhood Bridges Perrysburg provides basic needs for students, such as clothing and food. To learn more, visit . Perrysburg Heights Community Association – Support after-school programs, summer programming, homework help and community events. Donate Aluminum Cans for Burned Children at Kripke Enterprises in Toledo - Fire Marshal Aaron Harwell talked about it on . To learn more, visit Babysitting a for a family member or neighbor Tutoring, mentoring, or helping students. Food Timothy’s Perrysburg Foundation’s soup kitchen needs volunteers. St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church also has a small food pantry, and you can donate there as well. on 26609 Lime City Road in Perrysburg, OH 12282 Jefferson St. Perrysburg, OH (PHCC) 12282 Jefferson St. Perrysburg, OH (PHCC) 601 E. Boundary St. Perrysburg, OH Jewish Senior, Family, and Social Services of Greater Toledo Food Pantry (Sylvania, OH) Brown Bag Food Pantry (Bowling Green, OH) Animals Wood County Humane Society Toledo Humane Society (Maumee) Animal care support, adoption events, fostering, and shelter assistance (close to Perrysburg) Running Glass City Marathon Running Events - General service opportunities Non-profits and boards - be a board member Lions Club Just Serve United Way of Greater Toledo Toledo Helps Ukraine . The Founder lives in Perrysburg, and there are ways to donate items and money to support Ukraine from Perrysburg. Writing grants and donating money to local causes If you want to give your time, talent, or treasure, I hope this episode has helped you. You don’t have to do everything. You don’t have to volunteer every week. If you want to help, start with one hour, one event, or one organization that matters to you. If you want to do more, the sky’s the limit. Perrysburg is a strong community because people show up — in big ways and small ones too — and there’s room for everyone to help. Other links from this episode The Perrysburg Podcast Episode 67 featuring Stacie Baumbarger, re: The Ability Center Assistance Dogs Program. Episode 86 featuring Amichai Stout from the Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo Email the Host - Kim Newlove, Sign up for our weekly newsletter on Follow the podcast on YouTube /episode/index/show/f5c9bf3f-4a18-4a28-952f-23e764bebd07/id/39535465

Things to do in and around Perrysburg 12/19/2025

Things to do in and around Perrysburg 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, butcher shops Town Center at Levis Commons Coffee Kayaking + boat launches Ice cream shops Visit Perrysburg (CVB) Municipal pool Motorcycle dealerships Planes, trains, automobiles Norma Stark Memory Garden & Labyrinth American Legion Friday night car shows (May–Oct) Homecoming Festival Farmers Market (May-October) Also, check sources of information mentioned in : Perrysburg Messenger-Journal (local newspaper) The Buzz Book Perrysburg, Ohio Facebook Group Perrysburg Living Magazine (no website) Way Public Library Perrysburg Chamber of Commerce Visit Perrysburg (CVB) Historic Perrysburg Inc. History & Museums Historic Perrysburg Inc. Perrysburg Area Historic Museum (Spafford House) Fort Meigs Historic Site (Perrysburg) Wood County Museum (Bowling Green) Wolcott House (Maumee) https://www.wolcotthouse.org/ Toledo Museum of Art Toledo Zoo – ProMedica Museum of Natural History Imagination Station (downtown Toledo) National Museum of the Great Lakes Metroparks Toledo Glass City Metropark + The Ribbon Wildwood Preserve Metropark + The Manor House Cannaley Treehouse Village (Oak Openings area) Metroparks Toledo main site: Wood County Park District Sawyer Quarry Nature Preserve W.W. Knight Nature Preserve Slippery Elm Bike Trail Mary Jane Thurston Park (Grand Rapids) ( - Oops, not a Wood County Park). Stop by Snyder’s Pizza (Grand Rapids) Planetariums Bowling Green State University (BGSU) University of Toledo (UT) The 577 Foundation (Perrysburg) Koi fish inside the geodesic dome Birds & Bees room Curiosity Shop Phone of the Wind (grief tool) Toledo Zoo Lights Before Christmas Train ride Find the Snow leopard - it’s my favorite animal at The Toledo Zoo! Outdoors/hunting retail Bass Pro Shops (Rossford) Cabela’s (Dundee, MI) Fitness + golf Fort Meigs YMCA (Perrysburg, Eckel Junction Rd) () Crosswinds (Perrysburg) Golf Course Belmont Country Club https://www.thebelmontcountryclub.com X-Golf Perrysburg () Perry Falls Mini Golf Glow Golf at Sylvania Playland Indoor things to do Cinemark Levis Commons 12 Interstate Lanes (Rossford) Toledo Walleye Ice skating Sylvania Tam-O-Shanter Ice skating BGSU, Bowling Green Franklin Park Mall (Toledo) Other Shopping in Perrysburg Levis Commons () Various shops in the Historic District (Louisiana Ave., Second St. Third St. Perrysburg) Strip-mall cluster at Louisiana Ave and S. Boundary St (Perrysburg): Plato’s Closet Once Upon a Child Clothes Mentor Gathering Volumes (bookstore) The Gilded Exchange (near Sidelines + Plato’s Closet) Libraries Way Public Library (Perrysburg) (). Check out the cake pans and the "Beyond Books" section. Wood County Library System Toledo Lucas County Public Library System Main Library (325 Michigan St. Toledo, OH) - check out the rooftop patio! Visit Toledo Website https://visittoledo.org/ Toledo Mud Hens + holiday lights at/near the stadium (“Hensville”) Toledo Farmers’ Market Too many attractions to list Theaters Stranahan Theater () Valentine Theatre () Toledo Repertoire Theatre () Make your own fun + bigger day trips Homemade pizza + board games at home The Henry Ford (Dearborn, MI) Trader Joe’s (Ann Arbor) Canada day trip to Caesars Windsor Casino Other Links and Information Sign up for our weekly newsletter Follow the podcast on YouTube Email the host: (Let me know what I missed!) Thank you for listening to episode 126 of The Perrysburg Podcast! /episode/index/show/f5c9bf3f-4a18-4a28-952f-23e764bebd07/id/39464430

Perrysburg Transit 12/12/2025

5 Santa Sightings in December 2025 12/05/2025

Interview with Molly Johnson, Funeral Director at Witzler-Shank-Walker Funeral Home 11/28/2025

Legacy Interviews: Saving Stories That Matter 11/21/2025

2025 Battle of the Badges Blood Drive and Red Cross Blood Donation Insights with Christy Peters 11/14/2025

Conversations That Keep Seniors Thriving – with Perrysburg Resident Colleen Fisher (Director of Sales and Marketing at St. Clare Commons) 11/07/2025

Cemeteries 10/31/2025

Medical Series Part 4 of 4: Pharmacies - with insights from Dr. Erin L. Albert 10/24/2025

Medical Series Part 4 of 4: Pharmacies - with insights from Dr. Erin L. Albert We’re talking about pharmacies today. This is the 4th and final episode in the medical series. My guest is , Chief of Pharmacy Relations, Network and Privacy at . Series Recap Part 1: (January 2025) Part 2: (June 2025) Part 3: (Sept 2025) Part 4: (Oct 2025) Why talk about pharmacies in October? 💊 I am an Ohio Pharmacist. 💊 October is American Pharmacists Month. 💊 This episode comes out during National Pharmacy Week. 💊 It’s an opportunity to thank all the pharmacists, techs, and students who help Perrysburg residents. This episode covers several topics 👉 My experience as an Ohio pharmacist 👉 List of pharmacies in Perrysburg 👉 Drug take-back boxes in Perrysburg and Maumee Police Division’s Drug Take-Back Day Event October 25, 2025, 10 AM - 2 PM 👉 Ideas for covering medication costs 👉 My conversation with from Mark Cuban Cost Plus Drug Company 5 pharmacies on the East side of Perrysburg CVS Pharmacy inside Target 9666 US-20, Rossford, OH Meijer Pharmacy 10055 US-20 Rossford, OH. They have a Drug Take-Back Box. Please read the collection box for directions. Walmart Pharmacy 10392 Fremont Pike, Perrysburg, OH Walgreens 10003 Fremont Pike (at Thompson Rd.) Perrysburg, OH Kroger Pharmacy 27322 Carronade Dr. Perrysburg, OH. 5 pharmacies on the West side of Perrysburg Buderer Drug Company, Inc. 26611 North Dixie Hwy, Perrysburg, OH **Excellent compounding pharmacy** Walt Churchill’s Market Pharmacy 26625 North Dixie Hwy, Perrysburg, OH The Drug Store of Perrysburg 580 Craig Drive, Perrysburg, OH Costco Pharmacy 26400 North Dixie Hwy, Perrysburg, OH Mercy Health Perrysburg Hospital Outpatient Pharmacy (also known as “Harness Health Pharmacy”) 12623 Eckel Jct Rd, Perrysburg, OH (Located inside the main hospital building.) They also have a Drug Take-Back Box. Misc pharmacies in Perrysburg, OH CVS-Omnicare on Ponderosa Rd. They serve long-term care facilities. Genoa Healthcare on Commerce Drive. They’re an in-house pharmacy for Harbor consumers. Mercy Health Perrysburg Hospital inpatient pharmacy Drug Take-Back Boxes in Perrysburg Perrysburg Township Police Department 26711 Lime City Rd. Perrysburg, OH City of Perrysburg Police Division 330 Walnut St. Perrysburg, OH Meijer Pharmacy 10055 US-20 Rossford, OH Mercy Health Perrysburg Hospital Outpatient Pharmacy 12623 Eckel Jct Rd, Perrysburg, OH Drug Take-Back Day Event at Maumee Police Division 💊 109 E. Dudley St. Maumee, OH 💊 Saturday, October 25, 2025, 10 AM - 2 PM Alternatives to paying full price for prescriptions (May not be accepted at some pharmacies.) Prescription Assistance Programs, like Copay cards and websites, like and Prescription Savings cards - like GoodRx, SingleCare, and WellRx - mail-order prescription solution - local community pharmacy savings option Links from this episode - mail order solution - local community pharmacy option Cost Plus Drugs Affiliate Pharmacy Network Google From (Accessed 10-22-25) Cost Plus Drugs Marketplace (accessed 10-22-25) Dr. Erin L. Albert on LinkedIn Kim Newlove, RPh on LinkedIn (HealthcareDive article) (Becker’s Hospital Review article) (Bowling Green, OH) (Bowling Green, OH) (Columbus, OH) Sign up for the weekly newsletter on Follow the podcast on YouTube Email the host: /episode/index/show/f5c9bf3f-4a18-4a28-952f-23e764bebd07/id/38761695

Meet the Candidates for Perrysburg City Council (November 4, 2025 Election) 10/17/2025

Meet the Candidates for Perrysburg City Council (November 4, 2025 Election) Today’s episode includes short interviews with all four of Perrysburg’s City Council Candidates: ✅ Erin O’Rear ✅ Justin Edgell ✅ Brad Geiner ✅ Kevin Fuller The FULL show notes for this episode are on Questions for candidates What brought you to Perrysburg? Why do you like living here? Why are you running for City Council? What’s in it for you? What do you hope people will say about you 12 months after they have been elected? Kevin only (since he is currently on Council) - advice for City Council Candidates Format Each candidate had 15 minutes to answer my questions. After editing, some interviews were longer than others. Gratitude THANK YOU to all four candidates for participating. Special thanks to Erin O’Rear for reaching out via the guest application form for the podcast about putting this episode together. Without that little nudge, I would not have thought to organize this episode. Politics are outside my comfort zone, and I typically avoid talking about them publicly. Thank you to Justin Edgell for reaching out about being a guest, and thank you to Brad Geiner and Kevin Fuller for saying, “Yes” to an interview. I would not have done this episode if all 4 candidates were not on-board. I care about making this episode fair for all the candidates. Thank you all again for participating. I hope this interview helps you feel more informed for the November 4, 2025 election. If you’re a Perrysburg voter, please vote on November 4, 2025! If you’re not a Perrysburg resident yet, I hope hearing what brought these four to Perrysburg, why they like living here, and why they want to serve on Council was helpful to you. Perrysburg is a great town! ❤️ Erin O’Rear Website: Facebook: Instagram: Email: Bio (October 16, 2025) - Erin O’Rear is committed to strengthening community connections and ensuring thoughtful growth. A longtime resident and stay-at-home mother of three daughters, Erin brings a fresh perspective rooted in service, collaboration, and practicality. She currently serves as Vice-Chair of the Board of Zoning Appeals, where she has supported business-friendly decisions while balancing neighborhood needs. Active in the Perrysburg schools and PTO, where she serves as Vice President, Erin works to bring people together for the good of families and the community. She is running for Council to expand representation, elevate resident voices, and help shape Perrysburg’s future with balance and accountability. Justin Edgell Website: Email - Donate: Facebook: LinkedIn: Bio (October 16, 2025) - Justin Edgell and his wife, Amber, have lived in Perrysburg for nearly a decade and are the parents of two children, Desmond and Rose, who attend Perrysburg Schools. He is a Sales Professional with BSN SPORTS, working with schools and organizations across Northwest Ohio. His professional experience includes being the Athletic Director at St. Francis de Sales School, Assistant Program Director for After-School All-Stars Ohio, and a teacher and coach with Gibsonburg Schools. In Perrysburg, he is active with the Toth Elementary PTO and the Perrysburg Amateur Baseball Softball Commission, coaches cross country at St. Rose Catholic School, and is a golf partner with the Wood County Special Olympics. Brad Geiner Campaign Facebook Page - Email - Bio (October 16, 2025) - My name is Brad Geiner and I have lived in Perrysburg for eight years. I’m a father of six children, a husband, and union sheet metal worker. My highest priority for Perrysburg is to make every resident feel valued and have their voices heard. As Perrysburg continues to grow, the most impactful things we can do are to expand upon out city’s strong foundations – continuing to be a community where families thrive and neighbors support one another – and to broaden our horizons to create opportunity for everyone to build a future here. That’s how we build a stronger Perrysburg together. Kevin Fuller Campaign Facebook Page Email - Bio (October 16, 2025) - Kevin Fuller has been a resident of Perrysburg for over 12 years and passionately serves his community. Kevin is married to Kristi Fuller; they have 5 children. Two are graduates of Perrysburg Schools and one currently in kindergarten. He currently serves as president of City Council, Chair of Public Utilities Committee, TMACOG MPO Policy board member, Perrysburg Chamber member, Visit Perrysburg Board of Trustees, Fort Meigs Joint Cemetery board member, and WCTID board member. He is a business representative for the Central Midwest Carpenters, Trustee and executive board member for Local 351, and an 18-year member of the Carpenter’s Union. Voter Resources (from episode 116) Nonpartisan Voter Guide sponsored by the Perrysburg Area League of Women Voters featuring Debra Greenley Gorman from the Perrysburg Area League of Women Voters - October 17, 2025 - All 4 City Council Candidates will be featured. They’ll explain what brought them to Perrysburg, why they like living here, why they’re running for council, and more. Other Links from today’s episode Way Public Library Perrysburg Messenger Journal Newspaper Sign up for the weekly newsletter on Follow the podcast on YouTube Email the host: /episode/index/show/f5c9bf3f-4a18-4a28-952f-23e764bebd07/id/38614630

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How to be a pet owner in Perrysburg (Medical Series Part 3 of 4) 09/27/2025

How to be a pet owner in Perrysburg (Medical Series Part 3 of 4) The focus of this episode is the medical aspects of pet ownership in Perrysburg, Ohio. Whether you’re thinking of moving here or you’ve been here for a while, I think you’ll learn something about being a pet owner in Perrysburg from this episode. Disclosure: I am not a veterinarian, and this episode is not intended as medical advice. This episode has 3 parts: Part One is my experience as a pet owner in Perrysburg. Part Two is 10 things you should know about being a pet owner in Perrysburg. Part Three is about how human health and pet health are connected. In the artwork for this episode (from left to right) are Chewie, Bond, and Winnie. 10 Things you should know…abbreviated list Preventive Care Nutrition and Weight Management Reproductive Health Emergency Planning Pet meds Obedience training Microchips Grooming Exercise, attention, and entertainment Medical Records Links from this episode Ability Center Assistance Dogs and Therapy Dogs Three Dog Bakery Facebook Page Perrysburg, OH Facebook Group Page Lamberville Veterinary Clinic SylvaniaVET (Dr. Bob) Perrysburg Animal Hospital (Rossford, Ohio) West Toledo Animal Hospital South Suburban Animal Hospital (Levis Commons) Midway Animal Hospital, Bowling Green, OH Anthony Wayne Animal Hospital - Maumee, OH High Point Animal Hospital on Manley Road in Maumee, OH East Suburban Animal Clinic - Northwood, OH Heatherdowns Veterinary Clinic - Toledo, OH Owen’s Ark Veterinary Clinic - Genoa, OH Brannan Veterinary Clinic - Maumee, OH Waterville Animal Group - Waterville, OH Countryside Animal Hospital on Monroe Street - Sylvania, OH Community Pet Care - South Toledo Poison Help Line for animals Poison Help Line for humans Zoom Room - Perrysburg Dr. Safadi - Asthma and Allergy doctor /episode/index/show/f5c9bf3f-4a18-4a28-952f-23e764bebd07/id/38374160

Fall Fun 2025 09/19/2025

Fall Fun 2025 We’re talking about Fall Fun today. There are a variety of fun Fall activities in and around Perrysburg in September and October. This is a follow up to , which came out in October 2024. Episode 113 was published on Sept 19, 2025. If you want to skip the audio and check out my lists of Fall activities, read the FULL show notes on . ⭐️If you would like to be notified by email about each new episode of The Perrysburg Podcast, sign up for the newsletter on . Note: Fall activities pop up from year-to-year, so keep an eye out for them. After I printed my 2025 Fall of Fun list, I added two more things to it with a pen! Every Fall is a little different. Sources of information about Fall activities Local news channels on TV, radio stations, and our local newspapers: The , , and . - website and printed newsletter - website and The Oak Leaf program guide. - website and Facebook Page Schools - Your child’s school may host activities, like room parties or trunk or treat nights - Check out Fall classes on the website, and sign up for their newsletter. Perrysburg Living Magazine - events section. To get on their mailing list, email Michael Richardson . (There is no website.) - printed version or the online version Social media channels for Way Library, the parks, the 577, the Buzz Book, Visit Perrysburg, Downtown Perrysburg, Inc., and the Perrysburg, OH Facebook Group. Ask Neighbors, friends, local businesses, and people in our community. 5 things my kids have outgrown, but your kids or grandkids might like Halloween parties at School. at the Toledo Zoo and , too. Trunk or Treat at schools, churches, businesses, etc Jumping in piles of leaves My 2025 Fall of Fun List Watch Games 🏈 Watch football games 🏈 🎃 in Napoleon, OH (corn maze, hay ride, yard games) 🌽 (Erie, MI) (hay ride, pick apples, buy cider and donuts) 🍎 (Erie, MI) (hay ride, pick a pumpkin, drink cider, eat a donut) 🎃 (Sandusky, OH) 🎢 🍁 Fry Pie Night at 28744 Simmons Rd. Perrysburg, OH 🔥 on Sept 20, 10 AM - No Festival this year. 🚒 (Oregon, OH) 🍩 GREAT donuts! Buy pumpkins, mums, and more. - buy apples, cider, and baked goods 🍎 Make a pumpkin pie and or pumpkin bread 🥧 Eat pumpkin pancakes 🥞 at IHOP on Route 20 in Perrysburg Decorate: hang up lights outside and carve a pumpkin 🎃 Watch Halloween-themed shows: Ghostbusters, It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown, Thriller music video by Michael Jackson 🎬 Read Fall-themed children’s books, like The Biggest Pumpkin Ever by Steven Kroll. 📚 This year, we plan to go to the Manor House at Wildwood Metropark for their Eerie Manor Tours. To learn more, go to . I didn’t go in 2024, but I plan to go this year between October 17th and 25th. The Manor House rooms and the basement will be decorated for Halloween. 👻 Listen to a Halloween-themed music playlist 🎶 Drink a pumpkin-spice-flavored latte ☕️ Eat pumpkin-flavored ice cream 🍦 Pass out candy on Halloween 🎃 17 miscellaneous Fall activities you might enjoy Campfires The Perrysburg Farmers Market every Thursday until early October Watch the leaves change color at the local parks and in your neighborhood Wood County Parks events, like the Heritage Farm Fest at the Carter Historic Farm on Carter Rd in Bowling Green. Learn more at . Toledo MetroParks events. Providence Metropark has a guided lantern tour. Visit to learn more. The Pumpkin Patch at in Perrysburg. Perrysburg Chorale’s Haunted Harmonies concert at Way Library near Halloween last year. Car Shows at the O-Deer through October. bike group every Monday at 7 PM until some time in October. Rossford Halloween Parade in October . Look for that in October. Craft Shows - I know Lutheran Church of the Master on Simmons Road is planning one on October 18. Keep an eye out for others. Halloween parties at friends houses or check out .’s Black Veil Ball at the Louisiana Boat Dock on October 25th, 2025. Cozy Corner Fall Market at (Thursday nights) The has a Fall Fest for both YMCA members and the Perrysburg Community on Tuesday, October 21, from 5-7 PM. There is no cost to attend, but registration is required. They’ll have inflatables, donuts from MacQueen’s, and pumpkin decorating. is hosting their 8th Annual on October 5th, at The Toledo Metroparks Beach Ridge Area in Swanton, starting at 10 AM. It’s a fundraiser for their Youth Development Program, which is called The Right Direction. Know someone who might like this episode? Share it with them! Popular links are below: ⬇️ Apple Podcasts Spotify Audible YouTube More links from this episode Sign up for The Perrysburg Podcast’s weekly newsletter. Follow the podcast on YouTube Email the host: /episode/index/show/f5c9bf3f-4a18-4a28-952f-23e764bebd07/id/38274420

2025 Architectural Scavenger Hunt 09/12/2025

Preschools 09/05/2025

Preschools Thank you to the members of the Perrysburg, OH Facebook Group and the preschool staff who provided input for this episode. I was able to put together a list of preschools and tips because of you. I sincerely appreciate your help. Thank you! In this episode, I tell you where my kids went to preschool, tips for choosing a preschool, and a list of preschools that Perrysburg residents use. I hope this episode helps you find a preschool that feels welcoming, safe, and like a place where your child will thrive. Topics covered in the “tips” part of the episode Curriculum Hours of operation Number of days/week Cost Toilet training Transportation Registration Availability Tours Ratios School break schedule Staff/communication List of schools mentioned (1) (Age 2 through 5th grade for learners with autism.) 2722 N. Holland-Sylvania Rd. Toledo, OH (2) (Avenue Road / SR-795) 11090 Avenue Rd. Perrysburg, OH (3) (at Harbor Town Place - Off SR 25, South of Levis Commons) 7033 Lighthouse Way, Perrysburg, OH (4) 28744 Simmons Rd. Perrysburg, OH (located inside Lutheran Church of the Master) GLCAP = Great Lakes Community Action Partnership (5) (located inside Grace Church, which is next to Woodlands Park) 601 E. Boundary St. Perrysburg, OH (6) (located inside First Presbyterian Perrysburg Church) 200 E. Second St. Perrysburg, OH (7) (You can see the Islamic Center of Greater Toledo from I-75 as you approach Perrysburg from the South.) 25877 Scheider Rd. Perrysburg, OH (8) (across from Mr. Freeze) 610 W South Boundary St., Perrysburg, OH (9) (also known as their Early Learning Center) 9301 Buck Rd. Perrysburg, Ohio 43551 (10) (located inside Perrysburg First Church) 200 W. Second St. Perrysburg, OH (11) (at Union School in Maumee) 102 E. Broadway, Maumee, OH (12) (at Harbor Town Place, Off SR 25, South of Levis Commons) 7123 Lighthouse Way, Perrysburg, OH (13) (located next to St. Rose Church) 217 E. Front St. Perrysburg, OH (14) (at Wood County Hospital) 1037 Conneaut Avenue, Suite 203, Bowling Green, OH (15) (next to PJHS) 1134 Professional Dr. Perrysburg, OH (16) (Near Perrysburg High School) 13587 Roachton Rd. Perrysburg, OH (17) (On-campus at the Ft. Meigs YMCA) 13415 Eckel Jct. Rd. Perrysburg, OH If I missed any preschools located IN PERRYSBURG, please let me know. Also, let me know of any other preschools for children with special needs. I can amend this list. My email address is . If you would like to be notified by email when a new episode of The Perrysburg Podcast comes out, sign up for the newsletter on . I’ll email you every week. You can also Subscribe to or follow The Perrysburg Podcast on your favorite podcast player and YouTube to get each new episode right when it comes out. Share this episode with all your Perrysburg-area friends, family, and neighbors who have children, ages 0-5. Thank you for listening to The Perrysburg Podcast Episode 111! Links and information from this episode not already listed Perrysburg, OH Facebook Group Way Public Library Sign up for the weekly newsletter on Follow the podcast on YouTube Email the host: /episode/index/show/f5c9bf3f-4a18-4a28-952f-23e764bebd07/id/38106700

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Interview with Bishop Neil Baird and Youth Leader Quinten Dworczyk (The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints) 08/08/2025

Interview with Bishop Neil Baird and Youth Leader Quinten Dworczyk (The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints) The Faith Community Leader Series continues today with two leaders from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (11050 Avenue Rd. Perrysburg, OH). Bishop Neil Baird and Youth Leader Quinten Dworczyk introduce themselves first. Then, we talk about mission trips, what The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints offers as a church home, and much more. If you know someone who might like to learn about The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, please share this episode with them. Subscribe to or follow The Perrysburg Podcast on your favorite podcast player and YouTube to get each new episode right when it comes out. Links and info from this episode The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is located at 11050 Avenue Rd. Perrysburg, OH 43551 National website Perrysburg website Facebook Page for Friends of the Church of Jesus Christ in NW Ohio Facebook Page for the Toledo, OH Stake Sign up for The Perrysburg Podcast’s weekly newsletter Follow the podcast on YouTube Email the host: Faith Community Leader Series (Lutheran Church of the Master) (Grace Church Perrysburg) (Zoar Lutheran Church) (St. Tim’s Episcopal Church) (Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo) Church description (July 2025) The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is a Christian denomination founded in 1830 by Joseph Smith. It distinguishes itself through its belief in additional scripture beyond the Bible, primarily the Book of Mormon, which members consider another testament of Jesus Christ. The church teaches continuing revelation through modern prophets and apostles. Other distinctive doctrines include temple ordinances for the living and deceased, eternal families, and a unique understanding of the Godhead as three separate beings united in purpose. The church emphasizes personal revelation, missionary work, and genealogical research, with members following a health code called the Word of Wisdom and practicing tithing. About Bishop Neil Baird (July 2025) Neil Baird has served as bishop of the Perrysburg Ward since July 2021. He's a professor of English at Bowling Green State University, where he researches professional writing and directs the University Writing Program. His wife Melanie, married 27 years, works with neurodivergent youth at Perrysburg Junior High School. Their three children include Sean, who served a mission in Suriname and studies physics at BYU; Piper, studying recreation and tourism administration at BYU-Idaho; and ninth-grader Liam. When not fulfilling his pastoral duties or teaching responsibilities, Neil enjoys cycling, kayaking, and board games with his family. About Quinten Dworczyk (July 2025) Quinten Dworczyk is the youngest of four and currently the only one living at home. Heading into his senior year, he is excited for his last steps at the high school, including playing percussion in band and running sprints in track and field. When not studying, Quinten loves playing games of any sort, with card games and sports being his favorite. Quinten has served in various youth leadership callings since 2021, and is excited for the opportunity to serve a 2 year mission after graduation /episode/index/show/f5c9bf3f-4a18-4a28-952f-23e764bebd07/id/37714070

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Interview with Perrysburg Author Gary L. Franks on Writing and Publishing Local History Books (Summer Reading Series Part 4 of 4) 07/18/2025

Interview with Perrysburg Author Gary L. Franks on Writing and Publishing Local History Books (Summer Reading Series Part 4 of 4) This is the 4th and final part of my Summer Reading Series. The goals of the series are to encourage you to read this summer or inspire you to write your first book. The FULL show notes are on https://www.perrysburgpodcast.com/104 Part One was my interview with Alisha and Tracy at about their summer reading programs. Part Two was my interview with Perrysburg resident and author Bill Williams about his first book, . He also shared advice and inspiration for first-time authors. Part Three was my interview with Denise Phillips from . We talked about why she opened the store and everything it offers. The Summer Reading Series wraps up today with Part Four. Perrysburg resident and author talks about his books, the research needed to write them, his co-authors, advice for first-time authors, and more. Thank you for listening to the series! Gary’s books can be found at . The titles are below: Perrysburg Then and Now Bridges at the Foot of the Rapids The Preservation of Fort Meigs and Its Burial Grounds The Maumee & Western Reserve Road: Its History and a Survey of Its Milestones The Founding and Survey of Perrysburg, OH Perrysburg’s Hydraulic Canal Toledo’s Forest Cemetery Gary is discerning whether he will move forward with his 8th and 9th books or not. The proposed titles are Orleans of the North and Toledo's Forest Cemetery: Volume 2. Gary mentioned a book about Woodlawn Cemetery during our conversation. The title is Toledo’s Woodlawn Cemetery (Images of America) by Rebecca Deck Visser and Renee Ciminillo Jayne. It’s available in Hardcover, Paperback, and Kindle book. 6 Pearls of wisdom I found during our conversation. I elaborate on each point in the last 5 minutes of the episode. You don’t have to be an author by trade to write a book. Gary filled a (local history) gap with his books. Gary self-published his books. You don’t have to write your book alone. Price your book to sell, and sell your books where there is traffic (local events and the internet). Be persistent. Links from this episode Website for Gary L. Franks Email Gary L. Franks Toledo’s Woodlawn Cemetery (Images of America) by Rebecca Deck Visser and Renee Ciminillo Jayne Instant Publisher (Collierville, Tennessee) Sign up for the weekly newsletter on Follow the podcast on YouTube Email the host: /episode/index/show/f5c9bf3f-4a18-4a28-952f-23e764bebd07/id/37433775

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