Community gatherings

Connecting Toledo's Tech Community

Tech Night at TolHouse is the premier gathering for innovators, founders, and creators in the 419. Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month from 6–9 PM, we gather, grow, and activate the region's tech ecosystem.

Evening flow

  • Community welcome

    Meet new faces over coffee or mocktails inside TolHouse.

  • Lightning spotlights

    Local builders share demos, ideas, and lessons in 5-minute bursts.

  • Hands-on labs

    Breakouts for AI tooling, creative code, startup clinics, and more.

  • Open networking

    Stick around for one-on-one chats, job leads, and collaboration.

Gather, grow, activate

Tech Night is a welcoming entry point into Toledo’s thriving tech scene. Whether you’re a seasoned engineer or tech-curious creative, you’ll leave with new ideas, collaborators, and momentum.

We rotate topics based on community interest: AI for good, creative coding, startup storytelling, civic tech, immersive media, responsible data practices, and beyond.

  • Open to the public
  • TolHouse members + guests
  • Pay-what-you-can admission

Details

  • Location: TolHouse, 1447 N Summit St, Toledo
  • Time: 6:00 – 9:00 PM (doors at 5:30 PM)
  • Format: Lightning talks + breakout labs
  • Hosts: EmpoweredAI and community partners
  • Bring: Your curiosity, laptop optional

Upcoming dates

Mark your calendar and invite a friend or teammate.

Jan13Tuesday
Jan27Tuesday
Feb10Tuesday
Feb24Tuesday

What to expect

Each gathering balances inspiration, hands-on practice, and community-building.

Spotlight storytellers

Hear rapid-fire talks from technologists, artists, and founders shaping Toledo’s future.

Hands-on labs

Test new tools, co-build prototypes, and learn by doing with guidance from mentors.

Connection-first

Structured networking sparks collaborations, job leads, and peer support.

Community shoutouts

Wrap up with open mic announcements, resource swaps, and upcoming opportunities.

Want to present or host a lab?

Share your idea, demo, or workshop proposal. We prioritize sessions that inspire collaboration and inclusive innovation.

Submit a session idea