STAR PARTIES AT SYLVAN PRAIRIE PARK
Look to the skies during a Star Party at  Sylvan Prairie Park, hosted with the Toledo Astronomical Association for an opportunity to explore the night sky and learn more about astronomy. Friday, Oct. 2, at 8:30pm. Sylvan Prairie Park, 8601 Brint Road, Sylvania. outdoorsylvania.com
HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE COLLECTION
Toledo residents can safely dispose of household waste and hard to recycle items at the Clean Toledo Recycling Event, an easy way to responsibly get rid of items including paint, tires, electronics, scrap metal, yard waste and bulky appliances. Household hazardous waste also accepted. City of Toledo Public Service, 1189 W Central Ave. Saturday, Oct. 3, 9am-1pm. Free, $0.50 fee per tire. toledo.oh.gov/events.
TONY PACKO’S HISTORY MUSEUM OPENS
A piece of Toledo history now has a permanent home at the Original Tony Packo’s restaurant in East Toledo. The Tony Packo’s History Museum celebrates the restaurant’s history, traditions and cultural impact since its founding in 1932. Visitors can explore memorabilia and artifacts while learning about Tony Packo’s connection to the television series MASH and the celebrities, community members and other guests who helped shape its legacy. The museum is now open as a permanent attraction in the Birmingham neighborhood. Tony Packo’s History Museum, 1902 Front St. tonypackos.com/museum-tour-and-lunch
BIRD WATCHING WALKS AT WOODLAWN
Explore the natural beauty of Historic Woodlawn Cemetery during its weekly Birds of Woodlawn walks. Explore the cemetery’s diverse natural habitats while documenting the birds that call the area home. Bring binoculars. Walks on Fridays from 8:30-10:30am through October and November. Weather dependent. Historic Woodlawn Cemetery, 1502 Central Ave. historic-woodlawn.com
SAVE ENERGY, SAVE MONEY
Prepare your home for cooler weather while lowering energy bills with simple weatherization projects. The Ohio Consumers’ Counsel offers DIY tips for improving home energy efficiency. Income-eligible households may also qualify for the federally funded Home Weatherization Assistance Program, which can help reduce energy costs through home improvements. Check with your local utility company for available energy-efficiency programs, incentives or rebates that may help cover upgrade costs. occ.ohio.gov/publications#energy-efficiency
