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6/1/2008- 6/8/2008

The Golden Age of Political Cartooning

Mon-Sat: 9 am - 5 pm, Sun: 12 - 5 pm

Hayes Presidential Center, Spiegel Grove, corner of Hayes & Buckland Avenues, Fremont

This exclusive Hayes exhibit delves into the development of political cartooning in the U.S. from 1868 - 1900.

419-332-2081 or 800-998-7737 www.rbhayes.org

Admission: $6/Adult, $5/Senior, $2/Children 6 - 12 yrs.

 

6/1/2008    

All-Buick Race Car Show

Summit Racing Equipment MotorSports Park, Norwalk

419-668-5555 www.summitmotorsportspark.com

 

6/1/2008- 6/30/2008

A Light in the Harbor - Art Exhibition

Various locations downtown, Sandusky

This public art exhibition of 20 six- foot tall lighthouses, each individually designed by local artists, will be on display in different locations. Maps will be available at the Sandusky Lake Erie Shores & Islands Welcome Center and other businesses beginning in May.

419-626-6111 www.alightintheharbor.com

 

6/2/2008    

Look Who's Walking

6:30 pm

Various parks in area, Sandusky

Plan to get healthy in 2008! Join in walking for health every other Monday through August 25 at various locations in the area.

419-625-7783 www.eriemetroparks.org

 

6/2/2008    

Grandparents' Monday

9 am - 5 pm

Hayes Presidential Center, Spiegel Grove, corner of Hayes & Buckland Avenues, Fremont

For all grandparents visiting with their grandchildren, half-price admission is available.

419-332-2081 or 800-998-7737 www.rbhayes.org

 

6/2/2008- 6/30/2008

Marblehead Lighthouse Tour

1 - 4:45 pm

Marblehead Lighthouse State Park, Marblehead

Lighthouse and on-site Museum is open daily Monday thru Friday.

800-441-1271 www.marbleheadpeninsula.com

Admission: Free

 

6/3/2008    

Green Dragons

6:30 - 7:30 pm

Pelton Park, Sandusky

The unusual shape of this flower is said to resemble either the tongue or the tail of the dragon. Wear shoes that can get muddy and bring your cameras.

419-625-7783 www.eriemetroparks.org

 

6/4/2008    

Victorian Tea

1 - 3 pm

Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Center - Dillon House, Fremont

Experience the elegance of a formal Victorian-era tea hosted in the grandeur of an 1873 historic home. Costumed wait staff see to every need, while piano music plays in the background. Featured entertainment is harp music by Karen Svanhoe Westgate.

419-332-2081 or 800-998-7737 www.rbhayes.org

Admission: $20/person. Reservations required.

 

6/5/2008    

Yoga in McBride Arboretum

7 - 8 pm

Deering Terrace, McBride Auditorium, BGSU Firelands College, Huron

Improve your mind, body and spirit's connection through yoga poses, breathing and concentration. Bring a mat and blanket or pillow for sitting poses.

419-625-7783 www.eriemetroparks.org

Admission: $24

 

6/5/2008    

"A Cartoonist's Life" or "Is That ALL You Do?'''

7 pm

Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Center, Fremont

A public lecture by syndicated political cartoonist Chip Bok of the Akron Beacon Journal held in conjunction with exhibition "The Golden Age of American Political Cartoons".

419-332-2081 or 800-998-7737 www.rbhayes.org

Admission: Free; pre-registration required.

 

6/6/2008- 6/7/2008

Pinks All Out!

Summit Racing Equipment MotorSports Park, Norwalk

419-668-5555 www.summitmotorsportspark.com

 

6/6/2008    

Friday Night Entertainment

8:30 - 11:30 pm

Hermes Vineyard & Winery, 6413 Hayes Ave., Sandusky

TBA

 www.hermesvineyard.com

 

6/6/2008- 6/15/2008

Ohio Bike Week

Historic downtown and various locations along Lake Erie, Sandusky

Since the Ohio State H.O.G. Rally came to Sandusky in 1999, the event has grown into a full 10-day extravaganza featuring entertainment, rides and endless activities. Join us for the fun. Meet in downtown Sandusky Thursday through Saturday, June 12 - 14.

419-621-1046 or 419-465-2546 www.ohiobikeweek.com

 

6/6/2008    

Fireworks

10 pm

Wagner Quarry, US 250, Sandusky

419-621-1046 or 419-465-2546 www.ohiobikeweek.com

 

6/6/2008- 6/8/2008

Mills Trophy Race

Put-in-Bay

This is the 101st year for this sailing event which sees one thousand sailors sail from Toledo to Put-in-Bay.

419-285-2832 www.put-in-bay.com

 

6/6/2008-6/7/2008         

Riverfront Live!

6:30 - 8:30 pm

Stensen Memorial Plaza, N Madison St., Port Clinton

Live, outdoor music concert every Friday and Saturday evening.

800-441-1271 www.portclintonchamber.com

Admission: Free

 

6/7/2008    

City-Wide Garage Sale & Flea Market

9 am - 2 pm

Huron Boat Basin & Amphitheater, corner of Main St. & Cleveland Rd., Huron

Area's largest garage sale, with over 100 vendors expected.

419-433-8487 www.huronparks.org

 

6/7/2008    

Farmer's Market

8 am - 12 pm

City parking lot at Market & Hancock streets, Sandusky

419-627-5942 www.ci.sandusky.oh.us

 

6/7/2008    

Sunrise Birdsong Hike at Eagle Point

6:30 pm

Coupling Reserve, SR 13, Milan

Join Naturalist staff for the latest look at spring.

419-625-7783 www.eriemetroparks.org

 

6/7/2008    

Rain Garden Workshop, Part 2

9 am - Noon

Osborn Park, Frost Center, Huron

A rain garden is an attractive, landscaped area planted with perennial native plants which do not mind getting wet. Part 2 is the hands-on construction of the Osborn Park rain garden. Wear old clothes.

419-625-7783 www.eriemetroparks.org

 

6/7/2008    

5K Fun Run/Walk

East Harbor Sate Park, 1169 N. Buck Rd., Marblehead

Sponsored by the Friends of East Harbor State Park in conjunction with the Firelands' Area Runners.

419-734-4424 ext. 2 or 419-732-3677 www.eastharborstatepark.org

 

6/7/2008    

Saturday Night Entertainment

8:30 - 11:30 pm

Hermes Vineyard & Winery, 6413 Hayes Ave., Sandusky

Entertainment by Walter LaCourse.

www.hermesvineyard.com

 

6/7/2008    

Mussels of Lake Erie

2 - 4 pm

Old Woman Creek Visitor Center, 2514 Cleveland Rd E., Huron

Scientist Mark Lyons will show us the diversity of mussels that live Lake Erie and its tributary streams like Old Woman Creek.

www.oldwomancreek.org

 

6/8/2008    

Rock the Boat, Ohio Bike Week Rally at the Bay

Various locations, Put-in-Bay

Miller Boat Lines is taking reservations to take bikes to the island for this great event. Day includes Ohio Bike week Poker Run. Call 800.500.2421 or visit www.millerferry.com for transportation information.

419-285-2832 www.put-in-bay.com

 

6/8/2008    

5K - 10K Run - 26th Annual

Race begins at 10:45 am, registration at 9:00 am

Kelleys Island Memorial Park, Kelleys Island

The 25th annual Kelleys Island 5K& 10K Run includes a scenic race route and door prizes.

419-746-2360 www.kelleysidlandchamber.com

Admission: $10/pre-registered, $12/race day

 

6/9/2008           

Grandparents Monday

9 am - 5 pm

Hayes Presidential Center, Spiegel Grove, corner of Hayes & Buckland Avenues, Fremont

For all grandparents visiting with their grandchildren, half-price admission is available.

419-332-2081 or 800-998-7737 www.rbhayes.org

 

6/9/2008    

Free Stress-Buster Sample Classes

6:30 pm

Osborn Park, Frost Center, Huron

Here is an opportunity to experience different styles of fitness: Tai Chi.

419-625-7783 www.eriemetroparks.org

 

6/11/2008         

Outdoor Verandah Concert & Ice Cream Social

6:45 - 8 pm

Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Center, Fremont

The verandah of the home of 19th U.S. President Rutherford B. Hayes becomes the stage for an outdoor summer concert. "Bring your own seat" and enjoy music on the front lawn of the historic home. Concert is preceded by an old fashioned ice cream social.

419-332-2081 or 800-998-7737 www.rbhayes.org

Admission: Free

 

6/11/2008         

Concert in the Park

7 pm

Washington Park Gazebo, Sandusky

Entertainment by Karen Westgate - Harpist and Firelands Chorus.

419-627-5886 or 419-627-5803 www.ci.sandusky.oh.us

 

6/11/2008  

Children's Tea

1 - 3 pm

Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Center - Dillon House, Fremont

Learning need not stop when schools close for the summer. Fun is the top priority of this afternoon event that unites adults and children in a historical environment.

419-332-2081 or 800-998-7737 www.rbhayes.org

Admission: $20/adult, $12/children

 

6/12/2008  

Beginner Genealogy Class

9:30 - 11:30 am

Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Center, Fremont

Learn the basics of beginning a family tree from experienced genealogists who offer instruction in finding sources and using the vast resources available in the Hayes Research Library.

419-332-2081 or 800-998-7737 www.rbhayes.org

Admission: Free; pre-registration required.

 

6/12/2008  

Explore the Estuary by Canoe

6 - 8 pm

Old Woman Creek Visitor Center, 2514 Cleveland Rd East, Huron

An excellent opportunity for up-close viewing of wetland birds and plants. Staff-guided. Pre-registration required -a limited number of canoes and personal flotation devices are available. Call for age requirements.

www.oldwomancreek.org

 

6/12/2008- 6/15/2008

Phlocking of the Phaithful

Mr. Ed's Bar and various locations, Put-in-Bay

Jimmy Buffet, where are you? "Parrotheads" descend on the island for days of music and fun. Register in advance at the Phlocking website.

419-285-2832 www.phlocking.com

 

6/12/2008  

Ohio Bike Week 2008: AHDRA Nitro Night and Block Party

Historic downtown, Sandusky

Also features free concert by Saliva. The first big night in the streets of Sandusky.

419-621-1046 or 419-465-2546 www.ohiobikeweek.com

 

6/13/2008  

Friday Night Entertainment

8:30 - 11:30 pm

Hermes Vineyard & Winery, 6413 Hayes Ave., Sandusky

Entertainment by Chris Castle.

www.hermesvineyard.com

 

6/13/2008- 6/15/2008

Festival of the Fish

Fri & Sat: 12 - 11 pm, Sun: 12 - 5 pm

Victory Park, Vermilion

A weekend filled with daily entertainment, boat parade, Crazy Crafts and sand castle contest.

For information call 440.967.4477

 

6/13/2008  

Ohio Bike Week 2008: Block Party & Live Entertainment

Historic downtown, Sandusky

419-621-1046 or 419-465-2546 www.ohiobikeweek.com

 

6/13/2008  

Gazebo Concert Series

12 - 1:30 pm

Washington Park Gazebo, Sandusky

419-627-5886 or 419-627-5803 www.ci.sandusky.oh.us

 

6/13/2008- 6/15/2008

Civil War Encampment

East Harbor Sate Park, 1169 N. Buck Rd., Marblehead

Come see reenactments of life and times during the Civil War, as well as engagements between Confederate and Union troops.

419-734-4424 ext. 2 or 419-732-3677 www.eastharborstatepark.org

 

6/13/2008-6/14/2008      

Riverfront Live!

6:30 - 8:30 pm

Stensen Memorial Plaza, N Madison St., Port Clinton

Live outdoor concert every Friday and Saturday evening.

800-441-1271 www.portclintonchamber.com

Admission: Free

 

6/13/2008- 6/15/2008

Main Street Market Place

Fri & Sat: 10 am - 11 pm, Sun: 12 - 5 pm

Main St., SR 6 & SR 60, Vermilion

An outdoor marketplace of wares, jewelry, paintings and handmade, unique items and

440-967-4262

 

6/14/2008  

"Island Open" Volleyball Tournament at Middle Bass

Middle Bass Island

The 8th annual tournament will be held at St. Hazard's. The Miller Ferry services Middle Bass from the mainland and the Sonny S transports passengers between Put-in-Bay and Middle Bass Island.

419-285-2832 www.put-in-bay.com

 

6/14/2008  

Ohio Bike Week 2008: George Roeder Memorial Bike Parade

Roeder Harley-Davidson Dealership in Monroeville to Historic downtown Sandusky

Bikers parade from the Monroeville dealership to the Block Party in downtown Sandusky. The party picks up in the streets downtown and includes a Kids’ Area and a WWII display.

419-621-1046 or 419-465-2546 www.ohiobikeweek.com

 

6/14/2008  

Farmer's Market

8 am - 12 pm

City parking lot at Market & Hancock streets, Sandusky

419-627-5942 www.ci.sandusky.oh.us

 

6/14/2008  

Phil Vassar Concert

8:30 pm

Lyman Harbor, 1615 First St, Sandusky

419-626-6545 www.lymanharbor.com

 

6/14/2008  

Art & Crafts Show

10 am - 5 pm

Various locations downtown, Port Clinton

Approximately 80 vendors cover two city blocks selling hand-crafted items.

www.portclintonchamber.com

Admission: Free

 

6/14/2008         

Founder's Day Celebration

DeRivera Park, Put-in-Bay

Many activities including Lake Erie's Historical Society Annual Auction fill this celebratory day.

419-285-2832 www.put-in-bay.com

 

6/14/2008  

Trees on the Trail

2 - 3 pm

Old Woman Creek Visitor Center, 2514 Cleveland Rd East, Huron

Learn to identify native trees by leaf characteristics. For kids age 12+.

www.oldwomancreek.org

 

6/14/2008- 6/17/2008

Nature Camp at the Bay

10 am - 12 pm or 1 - 3 pm

Put-in-Bay

Discover Scuba for ages 6 - 8. A complete schedule with meeting locations will be mailed after registration is received. Call 419.285.5811 or e-mail leic_bsc@cros.net for information. LEIC BSC = Lake Erie Islands Chapter of the Black Swamp Conservancy

Admission: $50

 

6/14/2008  

Auction-O-Rama

Put-in-Bay Town Hall, Put-in-Bay

The Lake Erie Islands Historical Museum has hundreds of items for sale to the highest bidder.

Auction is open to the public.

419-285-2832 www.put-in-bay.com

 

6/14/2008  

Boppin' on the Basin

7 pm

Huron Boat Basin & Amphitheater, corner of Main St. & Cleveland Rd., Huron

Oldies Fest- Abbey Road, a tribute to the Beatles

419-433-8487 www.huronparks.org

 

6/14/2008  

Saturday Night Entertainment

8:30 - 11:30 pm

Hermes Vineyard & Winery, 6413 Hayes Ave., Sandusky

Entertainment by Sewing Circle.

www.hermesvineyard.com

 

6/14/2008- 6/15/2008

Flea Market

Sat: 9 am - 4 pm, Sun: 9am - 3 pm

Sandusky County Fairgrounds, Fremont

New vendors welcome.

419-332-4470 www.sanduskycountyfair.com

Admission: Free

 

6/14/2008         

Pooch Parade

1 pm registration

DeRivera Park, Put-in-Bay

Benefit for Mother of Sorrows Catholic Church. Prizes for smallest, largest, cutest, most talented, individual best-dressed, group best dressed, dog and owner look-alike and most unique.

419-285-2832 www.put-in-bay.com

Admission: $10 entry fee per pooch

 

6/14/2008         

Juneteenth Family Celebration

Sandusky Bay Pavilion, Sandusky

419-627-5886 or 419-627-5803 www.ci.sandusky.oh.us

 

6/14/2008  

Marblehead Lighthouse Tour

10 am - 3 pm

Marblehead Lighthouse State Park, Marblehead

Tour the oldest continuously operating lighthouse on the Great Lakes.

800-441-1271 www.marbleheadpeninsula.com

Admission: Free

 

6/14/2008 - 6/15/2008

Ohio Bike Week Nationals Sponsored by Roeder Harley Davidson

8 am - 5:30 pm

Summit Racing Equipment MotorSports Park, Norwalk

200 Nitro Harleys!

419-668-5555 www.SummitMotorSportsPark.com

 

6/15/2008  

Ride to the All-Harley Drag Races

9 am

Shifters Bar & Grill, US 250, Sandusky

Have breakfast at Shifters and then depart from there. Tickets to the race required.

419-621-1046 or 419-465-2546 www.ohiobikeweek.com

 

6/16/2008  

Look Who's Walking

6:30 pm

Various parks, Sandusky

Plan to get healthy in 2008! Join in walking for health every other Monday through August 25 at various locations in the area.

419-625-7783 www.eriemetroparks.org

 

6/16/2008  

Mediterranean Vegetables Cooking Class

6:30 - 9:30 pm

Culinary Vegetable Institute, 12304 Mudbrook Rd., Milan

Cook with Executive Chef Johannes Klapdohr in this series of classes featuring our beautiful

 www.CulinaryVegetableInstitute.com

Admission: $ 45

 

6/16/2008  

Grandparents Monday

9 am - 5 pm

Hayes Presidential Center, Spiegel Grove, corner of Hayes & Buckland Avenues, Fremont

For all grandparents visiting with their grandchildren, half-price admission is available.

419-332-2081 or 800-998-7737 www.rbhayes.org

 

6/17/2008- 6/30/2008

"Patterns from the Past: Quilts of Northern Ohio"

9 am - 5 pm

Hayes Presidential Center, Spiegel Grove, corner of Hayes & Buckland Avenues, Fremont

An exclusive Hayes Museum exhibit of 19th -century quilts made by residents of northern

Ohio. Every quilt features information about the people responsible for its creation.

419-332-2081 or 800-998-7737 www.rbhayes.org

Admission: $6/Adult, $2/Children 6 – 12 yrs.

 

6/19/2008  

Concert in the Park

7 pm

Washington Park Gazebo, Sandusky

Entertainment by North Coast Concert Band

419-627-5886 or 419-627-5803 www.ci.sandusky.oh.us

 

6/19/2008   - 6/22/2008

"Spoon River Anthology"

Bellevue Society for the Arts, 205 Maple St., Bellevue

Expect classic theatre in the manner of "Our Town".

www.bellevuetourism.org

 

6/20/2008  

Party at the Plaza & Historic Cruise-In

5 - 9 pm

Schade-Mylander Plaza, downtown, Sandusky

419-627-5844

 

6/20/2008  

Gazebo Concert Series

12 - 1:30 pm

Washington Park Gazebo, Sandusky

419-627-5886 or 419-627-5803 www.ci.sandusky.oh.us

 

6/20/2008-6/21/2008      

Riverfront Live!

6:30 - 8:30 pm

Stensen Memorial Plaza, N Madison St., Port Clinton

Live outdoor music concert every Friday and Saturday evening.

800-441-1271 www.portclintonchamber.com

Admission: Free

 

6/20/2008- 6/21/2008

Rib Crackin' Rib & Wing Burn-Off & Blues Fest

Fri: 4 - 9 pm, Sat: 11 am - 9 pm

Sandusky Bay Pavilion, 605 E. Water Street, Sandusky

419-627-5886 or 419-627-5803 www.ci.sandusky.oh.us

 

6/20/2008  

Friday Night Entertainment

8:30 - 11:30 pm

Hermes Vineyard & Winery, 6413 Hayes Ave., Sandusky

Entertainment by Moon Dogs

www.hermesvineyard.com

 

6/20/2008  

Summer Solstice Eve Sunset Hike

8 - 10 pm

Castalia Quarry Reserve parking lot, Castalia

Celebrate this longest day event by searching for fireflies, bats and other nocturnal creatures.

419-625-7783 www.eriemetroparks.org

 

6/21/2008  

Farmer's Market

8 am - 12 pm

City parking lot at Market & Hancock streets, Sandusky

419-627-5942 www.ci.sandusky.oh.us

 

6/21/2008- 6/22/2008

Summer Solstice Art Festival

10 am - 5 pm

Mill Hollow & Vermilion River Reservation, 51211 North Ridge Rd., Vermilion

Local artists display and sell everything from paintings and pottery to crafts and jewelry.

Admission: Free

 

6/21/2008- 6/22/2008

Mulberry Creek Herb Fair

Sat: 10 am - 5 pm, Sun: 12 - 5 pm

Mulberry Creek Herb Farm, Bogart Rd., Huron

This year's theme is "Herbs under the Tuscan Sun". Events include workshops, family fun, garden tours, adult education and shopping.

419-433-7612 www.mulberrycreek.com

Admission: $5/adult

 

6/21/2008  

Sketch the Seasons

10 am - 12 pm

Old Woman Creek Visitor Center, 2514 Cleveland Rd East, Huron

Join this group for seasonal adventures in sketching the area. Each session focuses on observable plants and wildlife. Bring your own materials, rain or shine.

www.oldwomancreek.org

 

6/21/2008  

Full Program, Half Scale Drag/Bear Mtr JD, Koffel's Comp

Summit Racing Equipment MotorSports Park, Norwalk

419-668-5555 www.SummitMotorSportsPark.com

 

6/21/2008  

Saturday Night Entertainment

8:30 - 11:30 pm

Hermes Vineyard & Winery, 6413 Hayes Ave., Sandusky

Entertainment by Dan & John

www.hermesvineyard.com

 

6/21/2008- 6/22/2008

Flea Market

9 am - 4 pm

Seneca County Fairgrounds, 100 Hopewell Ave., Tiffin

The Tiffin Flea Market sponsored by the Seneca County Jr. Fair Foundation is in its 31st year of operation. Find sports and other collectible cards and memorabilia, sporting equipment, model car, NASCAR, Hot Wheels, die-cast, collectibles, farm toys - new and old, coins, electronics, apparel, racing/antique/racing kits, trains, comic books, china, glass and many more other collectibles. There are 8 weekend flea market shows scheduled from May thru October.

888-736-3221 www.tiffinfleamarket.com

 

6/21/2008  

Boppin' on the Basin

7 pm

Huron Boat Basin & Amphitheater, corner of Main St. & Cleveland Rd., Huron

Dave C and the Sharptones

419-433-8487 www.huronparks.org

 

6/21/2008  

Historic Summerfare

9 am - 4 pm

Exchange Park, Rts. 60 & 6, Vermilion

Includes antiques, collectibles, Artists in the Park and antique engines and sparkplug display. The Lake Shore Corvette Car Show will also have a display.

440-967-4262

 

6/21/2008  

Browns Backers Rib Cook-Off

11 am - 5 pm

Put-in-Bay, Put-in-Bay

5th annual event at the Skyway. Meet former players from the Browns and team mascots.

Proceeds benefit Browns Foundation for Children and other local groups.