The Arts Commission’s “Art Loop” event series is returning this summer and fall, with four events planned from July until November. The events will take place in concentrated areas, and will focus on walkability and variety in various indoor and outdoor spaces.

Destination Toledo launched the third round of its 419 Ale Trail on June 18. A total of 32 breweries and craft beverage makers, all located within the 419-area code, are participating in this year’s event. Bandwango will again provide a free, mobile-exclusive digitized passport that will allow visitors and locals to check in. Brochures are available at all locations and will include sign up instructions, a QR code and a complete list of participating businesses.

Established in 2020, the Lincoln John Myrice Foundation (LJM) is here to help local families experiencing pregnancy complications through its partnership with the Toledo Hospital Maternal- Fetal Medicine Department.

The Ohio High School Athletic Association has named this year’s Officials Hall of Fame inductees, as well as their Officials of the Year in each high school sport. They will be inducted this Saturday, June 24, at the Hilton Polaris in Columbus.

The Artist Village at Toledo Botanical Garden is hosting its monthly open houses. Visitors to the garden will see art demonstrations, exhibits, and behind-the-scenes peeks into Artist Village studios, galleries and garden spaces.

State education and workforce leaders are celebrating the fifth anniversary of Western Governors University Ohio (WGU Ohio) this month and expressing their continued enthusiasm for the positive impact WGU Ohio has had in helping close the skills gap. Since its inception, 72 residents from Wood County have earned their bachelor’s or master’s degree from the university.

The Fourth of July is a great time to celebrate Independence Day with friends, family, and the community. It also is a time where an increase in accidents—especially with fireworks—can occur.

As summer weather is in full swing, the Ohio Department of Commerce and State Fire Marshal released advisories and guidelines for outdoor burning, grilling and other open-fire activities to minimize the risk of danger to people, wildlife and the environment while doing so.