RubyCats to celebrate ‘The Big Meow’ with Official Ribbon Cutting and Block Party on April 26

RubyCats, Toledo’s first cat café, is thrilled to announce “The Big Meow,” a community celebration and official ribbon cutting ceremony on Saturday, April 26, 2025. The event will take place at RubyCats (618 Adams Street) in Downtown Toledo and will feature a festive block party, special guests, and plenty of feline fun.

The day kicks off at 11 a.m. with a block party and a members-only reception inside RubyCats for the RubyCats Membership Club. The official ribbon cutting will take place at 12 p.m., as the public block party continues until 4 p.m., with support from RubyCats’ neighborhood coffee shop and community partner, Grindhrs.

“This is more than just a ribbon cutting — it’s The Big Meow,” said Tallie Carter, Founding Executive Director of RubyCats. “We’re celebrating everything we’ve built with our community and all the cats who’ve already found loving homes through RubyCats.”

Since opening on January 9, RubyCats has welcomed over 1,800 visitors and facilitated more than 20 adoptions, becoming a vibrant hub for cat lovers, animal advocates, and curious guests. “The Big Meow” celebrates these early successes and the continued mission of connecting people with cats in need.

The block party will include:

• Local vendors and artisans

• Music

• Special Cat Café visits

• A reception for RubyCats Membership Club members

• Community fun with Grindhrs and other Adams Street neighbors

“We’re so excited to welcome RubyCats to the block! Their energy and mission are a perfect fit for the creative, community vibe we love on Adams Street,” said Becca Ferstle and Leann Cantrell, co-owners of Grindhrs. “We’re proud to support them and can’t wait to see more people discovering both cats and coffee right here in Downtown Toledo.”

RubyCats is a nonprofit cat café and rescue that offers 50-minute visits with adoptable cats in a cozy environment. Visitors can grab a drink from Grindhrs Coffee & Community across the street and enjoy it in the café. All proceeds from visits help support RubyCats’ rescue efforts.

Event Details:

What: The Big Meow – Ribbon Cutting & Block Party

When: Saturday, April 26, 2025

• Block Party: 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

• Members-Only Reception inside RubyCats: 11:00 a.m.

• Ribbon Cutting Ceremony: 12:00 p.m.

• Where: RubyCats – 618 Adams Street, Downtown Toledo

More event details and updates will be shared at RubyCats.org/party.

For media inquiries or interview requests, please contact:

Natalie R. Bostelman RubyCats Director of Operations natalie@rubycats.org