Sunday, August 30th
2 - 4 pm
Join us as we celebrate our golden jubilee 50th anniversary of the Commons Park dedication which took place on August 26, 1976.
The Commons Park is located at the corner of Bancroft and Robinwood Avenue.
The Women of the Old West End (WOWE) is seeking proposals from lo- cal residents and neighborhood busi- nesses interested in helping maintain the beauty of OWE Commons Park (2152 Robinwood).
Through our partnership with the City of Toledo, WOWE is responsible for ongoing upkeep of the park—including mowing, edging, and fertilizing. In recent years we have partnered with commercial providers, and as we pre- pare for spring, we are opening this opportunity to the community.
We are requesting proposals from individuals or businesses who can pro- vide:
• Weekly mowing
• Monthly edging
• Bagged or mulched clippings
If you or your business would like to be considered, please submit a pro- posal outlining your services and pricing to wowe1969@gmail.com.
Sunday, October 12, 2025
Sarah Horn, will graciously chair this event this year and we are grateful for her leadership. Please mark your calendar to bring OWE kids, grandkids, friends, and family together for an afternoon of Games, Bounce Houses, Music, Free Books, Food, Crafts, and so much more!
Many volunteers make this a great event. If you have time and would like to help, please email Sarah at: sarahhorn7@gmail.com
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 2ND, 2022
1:00 TO 4:00PM
Bring the kids (12 & under) for a FREE funfilled afternoon right here in the neighborhood sponsored by Collingwood Presbyterian Church, Glenwood Lutheran Church and The Women of the Old West End.
Location: The OWE Commons Park, Bancroft and Robinwood.
Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
As friends and acquaintances you are invited to atttend:
A MEMORIAL GATHERING FOR HENRY DODER
Sponsored by Women of the Old West End
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 17
2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
In the COMMONS PARK
Corner of Bancroft and Robinwood Avenue’s
Let’s remember the wonderful moments we shared.
(Bancroft at Robinwood)
Sunday, Oct. 25th — 12:00N - 3:00PM
They will be selling a variety of bulbs....Amaryllis, Paper Whites....to name a few. Also, Mary, the owner of Bensell's will be bringing samples of wreaths made from greens and also a sample of a Christmas Tree made with succulents. Orders and payment for the wreath's or succulent tree can be made at time of the order.
Bensells is an old established green house with so many varieties of plants that you won’t want to miss it.
Back by popular demand......... Antojitos Lare.. Mexican Food!!! So come for lunch and do a little shopping to brighten up your abode.
(Bancroft at Robinwood)
SUNDAY, AUGUST 30th, 2020 — 12:00N - 3:00PM
For the August sale, a variety of: Floor Plants, House Plants, Citrus Trees and much more will be available.
Bensell’s will also be at the Commons the last Sunday of the month in September, October and November. We will list the items they will be selling in those respective newsletters. Bensells is an old established green house with so many varieties of plants that you won’t want to miss it. We are planning on a Food Truck too. So come for lunch and do a little shopping to brighten up your abode.
COMMONS PARK
May Workday scheduled:
Saturday, May 9th and the Big Planting day May 23rd
If you are able and willing to help, meet at the Commons 9:00am until 12:00n. With the Virus still present we will follow the guideline of 6’ apart with hand sanitizers. Breakfast will be served that will be appropriate given our recent state of affairs.
FOR THE MAY 23rd DAY OF PLANTING 30+ FLATS, THE DAY COULD BE A LITTLE LONGER.
It is with much gratitude that we say a huge Thank You to all who came down to the Commons Park on their own and also those who showed up on our first workday (keeping social distancing of course). Thank you to Carol Kutsche, Brian Miller and Mike McMahon who, on their own, spent time clearing the flower bed of leaves. And also for our first workday, thank you and a virtual hug to Andrew Larsen, Carol Kutsche, Shirley Johnson, Pastor Chris Hanley, Mary Sawers, Ken Schumaker Toni & Dave Moore & Mike McMahon.
Suggestion If you and/or your family are taking walks in the neighborhood consider picking up any debris you might find on your walk even if it’s through one of our Parks. Stay safe . . . if you have one of those metal picker-uppers great! If not wear rubber gloves.
Commons Park Workday:
Saturday, July 13th, 9:00am
Your support is truly appreciated. Breakfast served to all who volunteer. Join us even if you have only an hour to spare. Questions? Call Toni Moore: 419-360-2151
Saturday Dec. 2 at 4:30pm.
Bring the kids, free refreshments, caroling and Santa will be there. House Decorating awards will be given out.
The Commons Park is at the corner of Robinwood and Bancroft.
Join us for 2017's Children's Day in the OWE Commons Park! More info here >>
SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER ONLINE!
Sign up for Children’s Day! Sunday, October 1st – choose time slots from 11:00am to 5:30pm below:
1) Click this link to see our SignUp: http://signup.com/go/SyLRCHk
2) Review the options listed and choose the spot(s) you like.
3) Sign up! It's Easy - you will NOT need to register an account or keep a password on SignUp.com
Melody Brewer will graciously chair this event again this year and we are grateful for her commitment. Many volunteers make this a great event for all the children. If you have time please contact Melody by e-mail or phone and let her know you will help. Phone: 419-944-4141 & e-mail: melody.brewer@utoledo.edu
On a beautiful Sunday afternoon in September WOWE hosted a Brunch for the Commons Park Volunteers who have, over the years shared their time & talent in keeping the Commons Park so beautiful. Chefs Carol Kutsche and Toni Moore prepared and presented an amazing menu of delicious food for all.
Next Workday - October 29th 9:00 am to 12:00 noon Breakfast served to all who volunteer! Your help is needed so please volunteer, even if it is only for an hour. Any and all time is very much appreciated. We are again grateful for all who help to keep the Commons Park so beautiful!!