Perrysburg Podcast

BK Barefoot and Adam Porth applied for a historical plaque just two days after buying their 1910 Perrysburg home. Their excitement soon spread to their neighbors and inspired a neighborhood "plaque party."

In Episode 158 of The Perrysburg Podcast, I talk with BK, Adam, and Dave Kleeberger, who coordinates the historical plaque program for Historic Perrysburg Inc. Together, we explore how these oval plaques celebrate local history and help neighbors connect.

Dave explains who qualifies for a plaque, how to apply, and how Historic Perrysburg Inc. shares the cost with homeowners. Homes and buildings must be at least 100 years old and located in the City of Perrysburg or Perrysburg Township.

During our conversation, you'll hear about:

• The plaques' appearance, materials, and cost
• Researching your home's construction year, especially when property records list "1900"
• The application and approval process
• Choosing where to display your plaque
• Organizing a plaque party in your own neighborhood

BK and Adam also share what brought them to Perrysburg, why they enjoy living here, and how they helped five neighboring households receive plaques. Their celebration became an opportunity to exchange stories, meet longtime residents and new homeowners, and appreciate the history surrounding them.

Whether you own a century-old home or simply enjoy Perrysburg's history and architecture, this conversation offers practical information and a fun story about community.

Special thanks to Caroline Hoffmann and Joy Studer from Historic Perrysburg Inc. for helping make this episode possible.

Find the plaque application link, other resources, and related episodes in the show notes at https://www.perrysburgpodcast.com.

Links from this episode

• Historical Plaque Information https://www.historicperrysburg.org/historical-plaques
• Wood County Auditor's website https://auditor.co.wood.oh.us/
• Historic Perrysburg Inc. (HPI) website https://www.historicperrysburg.org
• HPI Membership Info https://www.historicperrysburg.org/get-involved-1
• HPI Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064073260360
• HPI Instagram https://www.instagram.com/historicperrysburginc/
• Sips & Stories is Saturday, 10-24-26 https://www.historicperrysburg.org/events
• The Perrysburg Podcast Episode 156: Sips and Stories October 24, 2026
• The Perrysburg Podcast Episode 135: Historic Perrysburg Inc. with insights from Joy Studer and Caroline Hoffmann.
• The Perrysburg Podcast Episode 112: 2025 Architectural Scavenger Hunt
• Email the Host - Kim Newlove, [email protected]
• Sign up for our weekly newsletter on https://www.perrysburgpodcast.com/newsletter
• Follow the podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@perrysburgpodcast

What does Rotary do in Perrysburg, and how is the Perrysburg Rotary Club different from the Perrysburg Rotary Community Foundation?

In Episode 157, I talk with Hallie Nagel, President of the Perrysburg Rotary Club, and Jack Sculfort, Executive Director of the Perrysburg Rotary Community Foundation. Hallie is a 25-year Rotarian who began her term as club president in July 2026. Jack has served the foundation in several roles since 2000 and became its Executive Director in 2024.

Hallie and Jack explain that the Perrysburg Rotary Club is a service organization whose members contribute their time, talent, and treasure. The Perrysburg Rotary Community Foundation is the club's philanthropic arm. As a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, the foundation receives and invests donations, reviews grant requests, and supports projects and organizations in Perrysburg, throughout Wood County, and beyond.

We talk about the foundation's impact, including more than $2.5 million in contributions since 2000. Its support can be seen in Perrysburg Rotary Community Park, local scholarships, Way Public Library, Owens Community College, the 577 Foundation, food-security programs, and Perrysburg's America 250 celebration. Jack also explains how tools such as donor-advised funds, directed donations, and planned giving can help community members support causes that matter to them.

Hallie shares the club's 2026–2027 theme, "Create Lasting Impact," and describes its monthly Impact Box collections. We also discuss youth programs, including STRIVE at Penta Career Center, Interact at Perrysburg High School, and Rotaract for college students and young professionals.

You'll also hear about several 2026 service projects and community events:

• September 19: Community Picnic at Fort Meigs Historic Site (PRCF is a Sponsor) https://www.perrysburgoh.gov/353/America-250
• September 20: Perrysburg Rotary volunteers at a Garmin Marathon water station along Front Street.
• October 17: Rotarians, Interact students, and community volunteers build beds for Northwest Ohio children through Let's Build Beds.
• October 25: Fall into Rotary Park, a free family-friendly event planned for 11:30 a.m.–2 p.m. at Perrysburg Rotary Community Park.

Hallie and Jack also explain how someone can visit a Rotary meeting, explore membership, and build genuine relationships while serving the community. Their message is simple: there are many ways to be a good Rotarian, but each one starts with a desire to help.

Links from this episode

• Perrysburg Rotary Club: https://perrysburgrotary.org/
• Perrysburg Rotary Community Foundation: https://www.prcf.org/
• Let's Build Beds: https://letsbuild.org/
• Rotary Community Park
• Garmin Marathon Toledo
• Perrysburg Rotary Club on Facebook
• Perrysburg Rotary Community Foundation giving information
• Perrysburg Rotary Community Foundation on LinkedIn
• Fort Meigs Historic Site Events https://fortmeigs.org/events/
• Community Picnic at Fort Meigs Historic Site Sept 19, 2026 https://www.perrysburgoh.gov/353/America-250
• Email the Host - [email protected]
• Sign up for our weekly newsletter on https://www.perrysburgpodcast.com/newsletter
• Follow the podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@perrysburgpodcast

Contact information

• Hallie Nagel (419) 779-8773, [email protected]
• Jack Sculfort 419-343-5920, [email protected]

Mark your Calendar for October 24, 2026!

In Episode 156 of The Perrysburg Podcast, Joy Studer and Caroline Hoffmann from Historic Perrysburg, Inc. return to the show to preview Sips & Stories. This free, family-friendly event will take place Saturday, October 24, 2026, 12-6:30 PM as part of Perrysburg's America 250 Celebration.

Sips & Stories is part history tour, part live theater, and part citywide adventure. Two vintage-style trolleys—one red and one white—will travel around Perrysburg from noon to 4 p.m. The white trolley offers accessibility accommodations.

Local historians Gary Franks and Richard Baranowski will serve as trolley guides. Guests can listen as they share stories about Perrysburg's historic buildings, neighborhoods, churches, landmarks, and residents. The trolleys will make a continuous loop, allowing participants to hop off, explore selected locations, and board another trolley later.

Trolley stops and points of interest are expected to include the Spafford House Museum, Fort Meigs, The 577 Foundation, the municipal building, Way Public Library, Perrysburg's historic district, Hood Park, Riverside Park, and other locations. Some places will be official stops, while others will be discussed as the trolleys pass.

The trolleys will load on the Louisiana Avenue side of Way Public Library. The library's address is 101 E. Indiana Ave., Perrysburg, OH 43551. A limited number of seats for each departure time may be reserved through a SignUpGenius link on Historic Perrysburg's website. Walk-up passengers will also be welcome when space is available.

Even if you do not ride a trolley, there will be plenty to experience on foot. Historical portrayers, reenactors, and storytellers will be stationed throughout downtown Perrysburg. Visitors may encounter notable figures from the past, learn about local architecture, see vintage automobiles, and meet old-fashioned newsies distributing the Sips & Stories Gazette and event maps.

Children can collect tokens from participating historical characters. At the end of their adventure, they can take those tokens to O-Deer Diner for free ice cream.

The "sips" portion of the event will involve participating downtown restaurants. Some establishments may offer historically themed beverages, and adults can enjoy eligible drinks in DORA cups while strolling through the downtown area.

The day will conclude at 5 p.m. on the Commodore Lawn. The storytellers, historical portrayers, and reenactors will gather for a curtain call, and Ryan Wichman will offer an America 250 toast. The Bradberries will perform from 5–6:30 p.m.

Historic Perrysburg will also sell merchandise during the event, including its inaugural collector's ornament featuring the Commodore Perry statue. The organization hopes to release a different ornament featuring an iconic piece of Perrysburg history each year for the next decade.

During this episode, Joy and Caroline also discuss:

• How the original Sips & Stories walking tour inspired this expanded event
• Why trolleys make the experience accessible to more people
• The historians, storytellers, and reenactors bringing local history to life
• How Sips & Stories will support downtown Perrysburg businesses
• What families can see and do throughout the day
• How to reserve a trolley seat or participate without a reservation
• Ways to support or become involved with Historic Perrysburg, Inc.

Residents can preview the white trolley from 4–6 p.m. on Monday, August 24, on the Louisiana Avenue side of Way Public Library.

I plan to attend the trolley preview (Monday, Aug 24) and Sips & Stories on Saturday, October 24. If you see me exploring downtown, please stop and introduce yourself. I enjoy meeting my audience!

Sips & Stories is organized and hosted by Historic Perrysburg, Inc. with support from community partners, including Experience Perrysburg and the Perrysburg Rotary Community Foundation.

Links from this episode

• Historic Perrysburg Inc. website https://www.historicperrysburg.org
• HPInc Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064073260360
• HPInc Instagram https://www.instagram.com/historicperrysburginc/
• Sips & Stories October 24, 2026 https://www.historicperrysburg.org/_files/ugd/41e4be_9ee79bf24982450d8f305b2aacdabb89.pdf (link accessed August 20, 2026)
• The Perrysburg Podcast Episode 135 with Joy Studer and Caroline Hoffmann https://www.perrysburgpodcast.com/135
• The Perrysburg Podcast Episode 104 with Gary Franks https://www.perrysburgpodcast.com/104
• The Perrysburg Podcast Episode 23 with Richard Baranowski https://www.perrysburgpodcast.com/23
• The Perrysburg Podcast Episode 22 with Richard Baranowski (walking tour) https://www.perrysburgpodcast.com/22
• Perrysburg Rotary Community Foundation https://www.perrysburgrotary.org
• Experience Perrysburg on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/people/Experience-Perrysburg/61587651503054/
• Experience Perrysburg on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/experienceperrysburg
• Perrysburg Chamber of Commerce https://www.perrysburgchamber.com/
• Way Public Library https://waylibrary.info/
• Spafford House Museum https://www.perrysburgmuseum.com/
• Fort Meigs Historic Site https://fortmeigs.org/
• 577 Foundation https://577foundation.org/
• Perrysburg's America 250 celebration: https://www.perrysburgoh.gov/353/America-250
• Old Wood County Jail building location (corner of W. Indiana & Findlay)
• Email the Host - [email protected]
• Sign up for our weekly newsletter on https://www.perrysburgpodcast.com/newsletter
• Follow the podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@perrysburgpodcast

The Perrysburg Podcast is three years old! 🎉

In episode 155, I'm celebrating the third anniversary of The Perrysburg Podcast with a look back and a look ahead.

This solo episode has four parts: gratitude, stats, lessons learned, and what's next. I thank listeners, my family, my guests, my sources of information, the City of Perrysburg's former and current Public Information Officers, my podcast coach Dave Jackson, and everyone who has helped support the show over the last three years.

I also share podcast stats, including download numbers, countries reached, and the most downloaded episodes on podcast players and YouTube.

In the lessons learned section, I reflect on five takeaways from three years of local podcasting, including the importance of not waiting to do meaningful things, the reality of dealing with trolls, and the magical things that can happen because of a podcast.

Finally, I share what's next: The Perrysburg Podcast will continue as a monthly show beginning in August 2026, with a new collaboration with Historic Perrysburg Inc. and more local stories to come.

Links from this episode

• Dave Jackson and the School of Podcasting https://www.schoolofpodcasting.com/
• The Pharmacist's Voice Podcast https://www.thepharmacistsvoice.com/podcast
• Historic Perrysburg Inc https://www.historicperrysburg.org/
• Perrysburg Rotary Club https://www.perrysburgrotary.org/
• Sign up for The Perrysburg Podcast's newsletter on https://www.perrysburgpodcast.com/newsletter
• Follow the podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@perrysburgpodcast
• Email me: [email protected]
• The Perrysburg Podcast Episode 107: Interview with Bishop Neil Baird and Youth Leader Quinten Dworczyk (from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints)
• The Perrysburg Podcast Episode 117: Meet the Candidates for Perrysburg City Council (November 4, 2025 Election)
• The Perrysburg Podcast Episode 78: Prime IV Hydration and Wellness (Medical Series Part 1 of 4)
• The Perrysburg Podcast Episode 22 on YouTube: Walking Tour of 101-131 Louisiana Avenue with Perrysburg Historian Richard Baranowski
• The Perrysburg Podcast Episode 40 on YouTube Interview with Pastor Dan Gildner (Grace Church Perrysburg).
• The Perrysburg Podcast Episode 32 on YouTube: Interview with Brian Miller from maumeeriverwalleyerun.com
• Lorenzo Melchor and The Nerdball Podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/6XQGn14JJsuFuOfLWYd32e
• Emma Skaggs and The Talk of Town Center Podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/0SJEugxgFtkesQIpoEB4i5
• John Thompson and The Foot of the Rapids Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fort-meigs-historic-site-what-to-see-and-do-with/id1695422935?i=1000764224215
• Laura Winters from Miracle in Time Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/miracle-in-time/id1815539984

In this episode of The Perrysburg Podcast, I share the story of how a foot injury led me to become a lap swimmer at the Fort Meigs YMCA at age 35 — and how that journey introduced me to my swim coach and friend, Mary Chris Kay.

Mary Chris helped me learn how to "speak swim," build confidence in the water, and become part of a swim community at the Y. She has taught kids, coached adults, encouraged beginners, supported competitors, and helped make the pool feel like a place where people belong.

I also talk about the newly created Mary Chris Kay Aquatics Fund, which honors Mary Chris and gives community members a way to support swimming and aquatics programs at the Fort Meigs YMCA.

Links from this episode

• Mary Chris Kay Aquatics Fund https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/ymca-and-jcc-of-greater-toledo/endowment-gift-donation-form
• Fort Meigs YMCA https://www.ymcatoledo.org/branch/fort-meigs/
• The Greater Toledo Community Foundation https://toledocf.org/
• Sign up for The Perrysburg Podcast's newsletter on https://www.perrysburgpodcast.com/newsletter
• Follow the podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@perrysburgpodcast
• Email the host: [email protected]

In this episode of The Perrysburg Podcast, I speak with Tramain Rayford, Founder and CEO of The Program Inc., a Northwest Ohio nonprofit organization dedicated to helping boys become men. To learn more, visit https://www.programinc.org/.

Released on Father's Day 2026, this conversation explores the impact that mentors, role models, and positive relationships can have on young people growing up in father-absent homes. Tramain shares how his own life experiences inspired him to create The Program Inc. and discusses the organization's work providing mentoring, life skills training, workshops, career exploration opportunities, and community experiences for boys ages 8 to 18.

Along the way, you'll hear stories about overcoming fear, discovering new opportunities, and the power of investing in the next generation. Whether you're a parent, mentor, volunteer, business owner, or simply someone who cares about young people, this episode offers an inspiring look at an organization making a difference throughout Northwest Ohio.

Quotes mentioned in this episode

"It is easier to build strong children than to repair broken men." — Frederick Douglass

"If boys don't learn, men won't know." — Douglas Wilson

"Bloom where you're planted" — Unknown

Links for this episode

The Program Inc. website https://www.programinc.org/

The Program Inc. Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/TheProgamInc

The Program Inc. Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theprograminc

The Program Inc. events page https://www.programinc.org/events

The Program Inc. donation page https://www.programinc.org/donate

The Program Inc. volunteer page https://www.programinc.org/volunteer

• Sign up for The Perrysburg Podcast's newsletter on https://www.perrysburgpodcast.com/newsletter
• Follow the podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@perrysburgpodcast
• Email the host: [email protected]

My guest is Rick Rettig, a City of Perrysburg resident, husband, father of four, retired educator, coach, current President of Perrysburg City Council, and candidate for Ohio's 75th House District.

During this episode, Rick shares:

• What brought him and his family to Perrysburg
• Why he enjoys living in Perrysburg
• His career as an educator, school counselor, and coach
• Stories about raising a family in Perrysburg
• His passion for community service and leadership
• Programs and initiatives he helped develop for students
• Why he decided to run for Ohio's 75th House District
• What he hopes to accomplish if elected

Whether you're interested in local leadership, education, community involvement, or simply getting to know one of your neighbors, I think you'll enjoy this conversation with Rick Rettig.

Thank you for listening to The Perrysburg Podcast.

Links

• Rick Rettig Campaign Website https://www.rettigforohio.com/
• Rick Rettig for Ohio Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/RettigForOhio
• Link to Donate to Rick's campaign: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/rick-rettig-1
• Sign up for The Perrysburg Podcast's newsletter on https://www.perrysburgpodcast.com/newsletter
• Follow the podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@perrysburgpodcast
• Email the host: [email protected]

Have you written a book and wondered if you should narrate the audiobook yourself? In this episode, I share 10 audiobook narration tips for local authors who want to turn their books into audiobooks.

You'll hear why audiobook narration is harder than it looks, how to set realistic expectations, and what you can do to prepare before you ever press record. I talk about audiobook rights, narration training, pacing, vocal stamina, production checklists, manuscript preparation, recording spaces, audio engineers, pick-ups, and getting help when you need it.

I also share a list of recording studios in Perrysburg, Maumee, Toledo, Waterville, Sylvania, and beyond that may be able to help you record your audiobook.

Whether you're considering recording at home, renting studio time, or simply exploring your options, this episode will help you understand what's involved in creating an author-narrated audiobook.

If you remember nothing else from this episode, remember these three things

• Plan before you narrate.
• Practice before you record.
• Get help when you need it.

10 audiobook narration tips

1. Confirm you own the audiobook rights. Before narrating your book, make sure you have the legal right to create and publish the audiobook.
2. Get some narration training. Learn how to sound conversational and engaging so listeners don't feel like you're simply reading aloud.
3. Find a sustainable pace. Practice until you discover a narration pace that you can maintain consistently over time (ideally over the course of the entire book).
4. Build your vocal stamina. Train your voice to maintain the same quality, energy, and consistency throughout long recording sessions. (Remember my 5K vs marathon comparison?)
5. Take care of your voice. Take breaks, hydrate, breathe, and rest as needed so you sound just as good at the end as you did at the beginning.
6. Create a production checklist. Plan every section of your audiobook in advance so nothing gets overlooked during production. (Your list starts with the Opening Credits and ends with the Closing Credits.)
7. Prepare your manuscript before recording. Put the manuscript on an iPad to avoid page-turning sounds. Use the "Mark Up" feature to make notes about pronunciations, lists, punctuation, emotions, and other details.
8. Choose your recording setup carefully or rent a studio, and hire an audio engineer. A pro can help you sound great and produce your audio files efficiently. They make it look easy! ⚠️ If you choose to record at home, meet specs.
9. Expect and plan for pick-ups (mistakes). Mistakes are normal, so be prepared to re-record sections and make corrections during editing.
10. Get help when you need it. A coach, consultant, engineer, or professional narrator can save you time, frustration, and costly mistakes.

Recording Studios Mentioned in This Episode

• Level 2 Audio — Perrysburg, Ohio (Contact: Mark Reiter) https://www.level2audio.com/
• Stone Soup Recording Studios — Maumee, Ohio (Contact: Eric Sills) https://www.stonesouprec.com/
• Firefly Studios — Toledo, Ohio (Contact: Brett Dennison) https://www.firefly419.com/
• Bigfoot Studios — Waterville, Ohio (Contact: Travis Geiman) https://bigfoot-studios.com/
• Audioflare Recording Studio, LLC — Toledo, Ohio (Contact: Christopher Stoll) https://www.audioflare.com/
• Roar Studio Productions — Sylvania, Ohio (Use contact form on Mays & Associates' website) https://www.maysassociatesltd.com/roar-productions
• Whole Story Studio — West Palm Beach, Florida (Contact: Julie Walthers) https://www.wholestorystudio.com/
• Audivita — Albuquerque, New Mexico (Contacts: David Wolf and Jay Spang) https://audivita.com/audiobooks/
• Soundscape — Royal Oak, Michigan (Contacts: Tim Smith and Christina Mossine) https://soundscapestudio.com/

Podcast episodes mentioned today

The Pharmacist's Voice Podcast Episode 347: 10 Audiobook Narration Tips for Pharmacist Authors https://bit.ly/46jXZ9e

The Pharmacist's Voice Podcast Episode 293: EBOOK AND AUDIOBOOK PUBLISHING – 2024 Pharmacist Authors Series Part 3 of 3 with Dr. Janan Sarwar and Dr. Theary Chhim from Publishing in Doses and Julie Gold Walthers from Whole Story Studio https://bit.ly/4dFllsn

The Pharmacist's Voice Podcast Episode 255 (YouTube video version): Interview with Audivita Founder and CEO David Wolf https://bit.ly/4omHpy1

The Pharmacist's Voice Podcast Episode 222: Interview with Julie Walthers, Audio Engineer and Audiobook Producer – Pharmacist Authors Series (Summer 2023) https://bit.ly/43STVtx

The Pharmacist's Voice Podcast Episode 190: 5 Resources for pharmacist authors who want to narrate their own audiobook https://bit.ly/4xlK2El

The Pharmacist's Voice Podcast Episode 109: Interview with Lydia Tate - Accountability Partner, Educator, Voice Actor, and Audiobook Narrator https://bit.ly/4fFCQfR

The Pharmacist's Voice Podcast Episode 83: Interview with Sean Pratt: Audiobook Narrator and Coach https://bit.ly/4omYurp

Other links from this episode

• Pharmacist Podcaster (my book/audiobook on Amazon) https://amzn.to/4iAKNBs
• Samson Q2U microphone (Buy at Sweetwater, Amazon, or Guitar Center) https://bit.ly/48g7arQ ($99 on sweetwater.com as of June 11, 2026)
• Microphone stand I use with the Samson Q2U (Amazon link) https://amzn.to/4up8qlH ($17.99 as of June 11, 2026)
• Way Public Library (Borrow the Fifine USB microphone) https://waylibrary.info/
• My Fifine USB microphone review https://bit.ly/3RXIxMs (TPV YouTube Channel)
• Sean Pratt's website (nonfiction audiobook narration coach) https://www.seanprattpresents.com/
• Don Baarns' website (audio engineer/voice actor/coach) https://redbaarnsaudio.com/
• The Power of Broke by Daymond John (audiobook link) https://amzn.to/4w2qTWH
• Studio One Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/StudioOneNarrationVO
• ACX Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/ACXNarratorsProducers
• Narrator's Roadmap https://www.narratorsroadmap.com/
• The Pharmacist's Voice Podcast https://www.thepharmacistsvoice.com/podcast
• Online Store for The Pharmacist's Voice, LLC https://www.kimnewlove.com
• Schedule an audiobook consultation with Kim Newlove https://calendly.com/kimnewlovevo/audiobooksforauthors?back=1&month=2026-06
• Sign up for the weekly newsletter on https://www.perrysburgpodcast.com/newsletter
• Follow the podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@perrysburgpodcast
• Email the host: [email protected]

My name is Kim Newlove, and I host The Perrysburg Podcast. I love podcasting, and this show has been a fun, weekly service project since July 2023. When I launched it, I only planned to run episodes for a max of 3 years. The last weekly show is scheduled for July 3, 2026.

Rather than end the podcast altogether, I decided to change to a monthly schedule after the 3-year podcast anniversary episode on July 3. The Perrysburg Podcast will be partnering with a Perrysburg-based organization for year four. Find out more on the July 3, 2026 episode!

In today's episode, I mention my recent family vacation to Alaska, what I plan to do with my time once I stop producing weekly shows, and the topic for next week's episode.

Subscribe to/follow this show for all future episodes. Thank you for listening!

Links from this episode

• Sign up for the weekly newsletter on https://www.perrysburgpodcast.com
• Follow the podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@perrysburgpodcast
• Email the host: [email protected]
• Guest Application Form: https://bit.ly/45c4nzD

The Faith Community Leader Series continues today with Perrysburg resident Mohammad Shalabe. He is the current President of the Islamic Center of Great Toledo (ICGT).

Mohammad is originally from Palestine. He earned his medical degree in the Ukraine. He is an endocrinologist by training, and he is employed by Mercy Health in Sylvania, Ohio.

When he moved to the Toledo area, Mohammad and his family connected with the Islamic Center of Greater Toledo. From the beginning, they found a welcoming and supportive community in Perrysburg. He and his wife have three children who attended the school at the ICGT.

During our interview, you will hear about the Islamic Center of Greater Toledo as a place of worship and community gathering space in Perrysburg. People from different faith traditions often have more in common than they realize. Many of us want the same things: strong families, supportive communities, opportunities to serve others, and places where people feel welcomed and connected. I hope you enjoy our conversation!

Islamic Center of Greater Toledo

25877 Scheider Road, Perrysburg, OH 43551

https://icgt.org/

419-874-3509

Terms You'll Hear in This Episode

• Imam - worship leader
• Iftar - meal
• Quran - holy scriptures
• Mosque - place of worship
• Ramadan - holy month of fasting for Muslims

Links and information for the Islamic Center of Greater Toledo (ICGT)

• Islamic Center of Greater Toledo, 419.874.3509, 25877 Scheider Road, Perrysburg, OH 43551
• ICGT website https://icgt.org/
• ICGT Summer Camp Sign-Up https://icgt.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Summer-Camp-registration-form-2026.pdf
• Islamic Food Bank https://islamicfoodbank.org/
• Halim Clinic https://www.halimclinic.org/
• Halim Clinic at PHCA phone number: (567) 318-4609
• Visitor's Guide for the ICGT https://icgt.org/visitors-members/#program-2
• Email [email protected]
• ICGT on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ICGToledo
• ICGT on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/icgtoledo/
• ICGT on Twitter (X) https://x.com/icgtoledo
• ICGT on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@IslamicCenterofGreaterToledo

Faith Community Leader Series (can be found on perrysburgpodcast.com)

Episode 30: Places of Worship

Episode 34: Interview with Pastor Mark Wentz (Lutheran Church of the Master)

Episode 40: Interview with Pastor Dan Gildner (Grace Church Perrysburg)

Episode 62: Interview with Pastor Melanie Forrey (Zoar Lutheran Church)

Episode 79: Interview with Father Matt Wahlgren (St. Timothy's Episcopal Church)

Episode 86: Interview with Amichai Stout (Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo)

Episode 107: Interview with Bishop Neil Baird and Youth Leader Quinten Dworczyk (The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints)

Episode 136: Perrysburg's Christian Science Reading Room

Episode 149 (today): The Islamic Center of Greater Toledo with ICGT President Mohammad Shalabe

Other links for this episode

• Sign up for the weekly newsletter on https://www.perrysburgpodcast.com
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• Email the host: [email protected]