This episode is dedicated to the teens and tweens of Perrysburg and their families. It is my hope that this episode will inspire you to read, write, and/or draw AND attend this year’s Northwest Ohio Teen Book Festival. To read the FULL show notes, visit https://www.perrysburgpodcast.com/143. The Northwest Ohio Teen…
In this episode of The Perrysburg Podcast, host Kim Newlove interviews Heather Gallant, Executive Director of The 577 Foundation. Located at 577 E. Front Street, this nonprofit arts and nature education center offers free access to its beautiful grounds, along with classes (for a fee), events, and opportunities to connect…
Kaizen Educational Group in Perrysburg offers comprehensive support for children with learning differences—all under one roof. In this episode, co-owners Jill Michaelson and Chelsea Siebenaler explain how their multidisciplinary team evaluates and supports children ages 2.5 through high school (and sometimes beyond). Learn how Kaizen helps families navigate ADHD, autism,…
This episode highlights a student-led, non-profit organization called Musicians for Causes. These high-school-aged musicians perform in the community and at local businesses. They’re a great example of how young people in our community are stepping up—not just to showcase their talent, but also to make a positive impact locally. If…
🚧 Today’s episode includes a conversation with the following individuals about Revitalize Perrysburg Phase 2 (a construction project in Historic Downtown Perrysburg): Zoe Williams, Director of Marketing, Perrysburg Chamber of Commerce Tom Haar, Staff Engineer/Revitalize Perrysburg Project Manager, City of Perrysburg Engineering Division Casey Kenworthy, Public Information Officer, City of…
In this episode, I share seven poisoning prevention messages in honor of National Poison Prevention Week, which is March 15-21, 2026. I am an Ohio-licensed pharmacist, and I have provided poisoning prevention education as a volunteer for more than 10 years. This episode has three disclaimers: This podcast episode is…
If you’re looking for fish on Fridays during Lent, this episode’s for you! I’m sharing local fish fries, restaurants that serve fish, and a few easy Friday fish dinner ideas from my own kitchen. Thank you to my friends, family, and the Perrysburg, OH Facebook Group for sharing ideas for…
This episode is part of the Faith Community Series. We’re talking about Perrysburg’s Christian Science Reading Room today. Christian Science Reading Room 204 E. South Boundary St. Perrysburg, OH 43551 419-874-0371 https://www.christiansciencenwo.org Reading Room Hours: Tuesday-Friday 1-4 PM and Saturday 9 AM - 12 Noon First Church of Christ, Scientist…
According to https://www.historicperrysburg.org, the mission of Historic Perrysburg, Inc. (HPInc.) is to cultivate an interest in and awareness of the history and architecture of the Perrysburg area. In my own words, Historic Perrysburg Inc. is a volunteer-driven organization that keeps our town’s stories, architecture, and character alive. In this episode,…
Acoustics for Autism is a free, all-day community concert in Uptown Maumee that raises money for Project iAM, a local nonprofit providing scholarships for therapy, equipment, and services for individuals with autism in Northwest Ohio. In this episode, I talk with volunteer Scott Hayes about how the event works, what…
With the Winter Olympics underway, curling is back in the spotlight. Perrysburg resident Chris Meyer of the Bowling Green Curling Club joins me to explain how curling works, what to watch for during Olympic matches, how you can try curling at the Black Swamp Curling Center, and more. Learn to…
Girl Scouts has been part of many childhoods, including mine! But, what's Girl Scouts like in 2026? In this episode of The Perrysburg Podcast, I talk with Erika Jackson (a Recruitment Specialist with Girl Scouts of Western Ohio) about what Girl Scouts is like in 2026 and how families in…
This episode covers the who, what, when, where, how, and why of Beyond Books, Beyond Books Junior, and Party Express at Way Public Library in Perrysburg, Ohio. Why buy it when you can borrow it? Beyond Books https://www.beyondbooks.waylibrary.info/ Way Public Library, https://www.waylibrary.info/ 101 E. Indiana Ave. Perrysburg, OH 43551 419-874-3135…
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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…
This is my annual vision board episode. Last year’s was episode 76. 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…
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…
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 https://www.perrysburgpodcast.com/126. Search my back-catalog on perrysburgpodcast.com for ideas. Examples are…
We’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…
In this episode, I share 5 places you can find Santa in Perrysburg in December 2025. Thank you to the Perrysburg, OH Facebook Group 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…
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…
I am buying a legacy interview product for my parents as a holiday gift this year. The two products I’m considering are Storyworth and Remento. You will learn about legacy interviews, Storyworth, and Remento in this episode. ⭐️ This episode is NOT sponsored. I do not work for Storyworth or…
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,…
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.…