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In a world where energy seems to be a premium commodity, it is no wonder that many companies are taking great strides to make a concerted effort to conserve. One leader in that movement is the Owens Corning Company, a worldwide company that manufactures building materials that are key components in energy efficiency. The company's headquarters are located in Toledo and whether you are a fan of science, technology or just have a natural curiosity, taking a tour of this facility will shed plenty of light on the importance of energy and how the company's products play a vital role in its conservation. Call ahead to arrange a tour for yourself or for your group.

Imagination is something you never outgrow, and nowhere is that more obvious than at Toledo's Imagination Station. Formerly COSI, this amazing venue touts the wonders of science in a fun and highly interactive way. The kids will love the many experiments, exhibits and attractions that will draw them into and make them part of various scientific principles, but they will also enjoy some of the special features here like Mindbender Mansion and various summer camp programs. There are also special tour packages available to groups and area schools.

The Toledo Botanical Garden is a benchmark against which similar gardens are measured throughout the country, and with good reason. This is considered to be one of the pioneering gardens because of its dramatically beautiful visual and natural presentation. Fragrant meadows of sunflowers and wildflowers, rose gardens, herb gardens and sharply manicured walkways make spending time here something special for the entire family. Also, the kids will especially love visiting the recreated pioneer garden which many consider to be one of the site's main attractions.

Rev it up in a fun Alexis go-kart, play a challenging round of miniature golf, swing around in the batting cages or get jolted as you steer your bumper car around at the popular Par 2 Golf Courses. This is a great family fun recreation destination that offers not only an excellent choice of fun activities, but also a generous concession area as well as place for parents to comfortably wait for the kids to finish their trek on the go-kart or bumper car tracks.