Imagination Station bounces in the New Year Dec. 30
| It’s time to ring in 2025 with a bounce! 25,000 bouncy balls will fall from the ceiling of Imagination Station Dec. 30 at 2:25pm to celebrate New Year’s Eve Eve. There are five New Year’s activities for the whole family to try—alongside other exhibits and attractions—as you wait for the main event. Create noisemakers, decorate foam 2025 glasses, make a straw kazoo, discover shrinking art and join the Fort Fest for a snowball fight. Tickets to New Year’s Eve Eve will be available at the door beginning at 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. New Year’s Eve Eve is included in all memberships. Admission is first-come, first-served. |
La-Z-Boy, Inc. to acquire Toledo locations
Set to take effect in January, La-Z-Boy, Inc. will officially acquire Durocher’s two Toledo La-Z-Boy stores: La-Z-Boy Home Furnishings & Décor at 5178 Monroe St. in Toledo and La-Z-Boy Furniture Galleries at 5804 Airport Hwy. in Holland.
As part of the transition, partners and advertisers are told all existing contracts for these La-Z-Boy locations will end on December 31, 2024. Future inquiries and advertisement propositions should be directed to La-Z-Boy’s corporate office. Partners of Durocher’s Sylvania and Monroe, Mich. locations should continue to contact them directly about future advertising.
TARTA honored by Ohio Public Transit Association
The Toledo Area Regional Transit Authority (TARTA) was honored last month for its services to the Toledo area and efforts to create a better ride experience for sensory-sensitive passengers, receiving two awards from the Ohio Public Transit Association (OPTA). The TARTA paratransit team was given the Collaborative Excellence Award for becoming the first Ohio transit agency division to be named a Certified Autism Center, part of a larger effort with Destination Toledo to make the city a Certified Autism Destination. Information Operator Lynette Stanley was presented with the Milestone Award, recognizing her 28+ years of customer dedication, making her the third Team TARTA member to receive the award in as many years.
Assisted Living Locators now serving Toledo
With a new location in Toledo, nationwide senior placement and referral service Assisted Living Locators will provide families with no-cost aid in the search for senior care options — be it independent living, assisted living, memory care, or in-home care. Under the leadership of Mohammed Al-Fadhel, a University of Toledo alum, Assisted Living Locators helps families sift through the overwhelming amount of available senior care options.
Services include personalized assessments of senior living facilities, an online care planning tool, guided tours and placement support, financial guidance and resources, emergency placement assistance, and ongoing support throughout the entire placement process.
For more information, call Mohammed Al-Fadhel at 213-550-6272 or visit their website.
Bringing Kava Culture to Toledo
Opening soon, Kava Culture Kava Bar is a non-alcoholic bar and lounge, located at 4701 Talmadge Rd.. With a concept centered on community and the earth, Kava Culture encourages people to socialize and build connections, providing the environment to do so while serving up traditional kava, botanical teas, non-alcoholic cocktails, coffee, and vegan treats.
For updates, follow Kava Culture Toledo on Facebook and Instagram or email toledo@kavaculturefranchise.com.
Bolt Express named Ground Carrier of the Year
Transportation brokering service RXO has recognized Bolt Express, provider of Time-Critical Transportation Solutions®, as Ground Expedite Carrier of the Year. The Toledo-headquartered Bolt Express credits this achievement to their continued investment in technology, introducing new advancements for their customers and drivers, dedication to employees, and commitment to quality. Integration of Bolt Express’ new Bid App™ module, a high priority for their technology team this year, has aided in creating faster response times and has produced benefits for customers, drivers, and the company alike.
