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5/1/2008- 5/4/2008 "All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten" Thurs - Sat: 8:15pm, Sun: 2 pm Harlequins Community Theatre, 414 Wayne St., Sandusky A place where you can see your friends and co-workers performing on stage. 419-621-1311 www.harlequinstheatre.com Admission: $12
A Light in the Harbor - Art Exhibition Various locations throughout 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
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.bhayes.org Admission: $6/Adult, $5/Senior, $2/Children 6 - 12.
Bluebell Hike at the Coupling Reserve 6:30 pm Coupling Reserve, Milan Join Naturalist staff for the latest look at spring. Pre-registration required. 419-625-7783 www.eriemetroparks.org
Boat Show and Wine Fest Fri: 12 - 6 pm, Sat: 10 am - 6 pm, Sun: 11 am - 5 pm Catawba Island Country Club, Port Clinton Boat show runs May 2 - 4 and features sail and power boats. Wine tasting will take place on Saturday only. 440-899-5009 ext. 15 www.catawbaislandboatshow.com or www.ohiowines.org
5/2/2008 First Friday at the Ritz 7:30 pm The Ritz, 30 S Washington St., Tiffin Featured Artists: Easily Amused – An improv comedy act from Columbus. 419-448-8544 www.ritztheatre.org
Friday Night Entertainment 8:30 - 11:30 pm Hermes Vineyard & Winery, 6413 Hayes Ave., Sandusky Entertainment by Dan & John
Ronnie Milsap's 40 #1 Greatest Hits Tour Doors open at 6:30 pm Sandusky State Theatre, Sandusky Autographed guitar to be auctioned off for charity as part of this production. 419-626-1950 www.sanduskystate.com
Mother's Day Open House & 150th Anniversary Celebration 10 am - 4 pm Berlin Fruit Box Company, 51 Mechanic St., Berlin Heights This celebration features the 2008 Mother's Day Basket, "A Tribute to American Basketry", workshop tours and demonstrations, a chance to weave your own basket (call for an appointment), basket decorating for kids and refreshments. 888.905.1858 419-499-2839 www.SamuelPattersonBaskets.com Admission: Free
Bird Walks 8:30 am Magee Marsh Wildlife Area, Oak Harbor Bird walks take place every Saturday through May 24. 419-898-0960 www.friendsofmageemarsh.org Admission: Free
5/3/2008 Identifying Invasive Plant Species 2 - 3 pm Old Woman Creek Visitor Center, 2514 Cleveland Rd E., Huron Zachary Rinkes, Erie County OSU extension agent, will help participants identify invasive plant species and discuss methods to control their spread.
Full Program, Half Scale Drag/Bear Mtr JD Summit Racing Equipment Motorsports Park, Norwalk 419-668-5555 www.SummitMotorSports.com
Lighthouse Run 8 am Huron High School Stadium, Huron Join us for a 13.1 mile or 3.1 mile block party community event. 419-433-8487 www.huron.net Admission: $20 and $12/pre-registration $25 and $15 at event
Erie County Appliance & Computer Drop Off 9 am - Noon Erie County Fairgrounds, south entrance, Sandusky Accepting large household items such as refrigerators and water heaters, computer equipment including TV's and cell phones and batteries.
Get Your Nature Shot - A Photography Workshop 9 - 11 am Osborn Park, Frost Center, Huron Bring your cameras and questions and learn the best techniques for outdoor photography. Class will move outside so dress for weather. 419-625-7783 www.eriemetroparks.org
Flea Market 9 am - 4 pm Seneca County Fairgrounds, 100 Hopewell Ave., Tiffin 888-736-3221 www.tiffinfleamarket.com
5/3/2008 Saturday Night Entertainment 8:30 - 11:30 pm Hermes Vineyard & Winery, 6413 Hayes Ave., Sandusky Entertainment by Moon Dogs
Genius Day 1 - 5 pm Maple Crest Farms, Castalia Open farm event filled with seminars on horse-training and care. Free rides for children. This is our 14th year.
National Multiple Sclerosis Walk 8 am Erie County Senior Center, Sandusky 419-627-5886 or 419-627-5803 www.ci.sandusky.oh.us
Fishing Derby 9:30 - 11:30 am Shoreline Park, Sandusky Co-hosted with Erie MetroParks, the City of Sandusky Recreation Department hosts this free fishing derby rain or shine. Registration begins at 9 am. 419-627-5886 or 419-627-5803 www.ci.sandusky.oh.us Admission: Free
Free Fishing Days Fishing areas all over Ohio, All Ohio residents fish free on both days. 800-441-1271 www.lake-erie.com
Fancy Nancy Tea Party 1 - 2:30 pm Plum Brook Country Club, Sandusky There will be a fashion show, storytime with Fancy Nancy and lessons on drinking tea and being proper. Bring your cameras. 419-609-6667 Admission: $15.95/children, $6.95/adult. Tickets available until April 24, at Full of the Dickens or Plum Brook Country Club.
5/4/2008 May Crowning 11 am Mass Sorrowful Mother Shrine, 4106 St. Rt. 269, Bellevue Join us for Mass and crowning of Blessed Mother Mary with flowers. Sunday devotions at 2:30 pm. Confessions available. Cafeteria open. 419-483-3435 www.sorrowfulmothershrine.com
Planetarium Program 2 pm Sidney Frohman Planetarium, Sandusky High School, enter parking lot from W. Perkins Ave., A one-hour long program is presented about the stars and planets. 419-499-4203
Mother's Day Tea 1 - 3 pm Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Center - Dillon House, Fremont Give Mom a present she'll not soon forget by treating her to a leisurely afternoon tea. This 1873 Victorian home provides an elegant backdrop for a formal tea. 419-332-2081 or 800-998-7737 www.rbhayes.org Admission: $25/Adult, $14/Child Reservations required.
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 Admission: Free
Harlequins Kid Kompany announce Auditions 6 pm Harlequins Theatre, 414 Wayne St., Sandusky Casting 25 kids, ages 9 - 16 for the production of "Charlotte's Web. Bring a recent photo if you have one. 419.588.2418 419-621-1311 www.harlequinstheatre.com
5/6/2008 Secret Wildflower Garden at McBride Arboretum 6:30 pm McBride Arboretum Visitor's Center, BGSU Firelands, Huron Join Naturalist staff for the latest look at spring. 419-625-7783 www.eriemetroparks.org
Knit One, Library, Too 6 - 8 pm Sandusky Library, 114 W. Adams St., Sandusky Two great things joined together-knitting and the Library. Join us for a fun, relaxing evening of knitting. Just bring your work in progress. 419-625-3834 www.sandusky.lib.oh.us Admission: Free
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 a program on Victorian fashions by JoMarie Sosyznski. 419-332-2081 or 800-998-7737 www.rbhayes.org Admission: $20/person. Reservations required.
Millions of Trilliums Wildflower Walk 6:30 pm Edison Woods Preserve, SR 61 parking lot, Berlin Heights Join Naturalist staff for the latest look at spring. 419-625-7783 www.eriemetroparks.org
Bicycle Maintenance and Safety 7 pm Huron Public Library, 333 Williams St., Huron Bill Johnson from A&B Hobbies & Cycles will talk about how maintenance and safety go hand-in-hand and what to consider when buying a bike. This program is for adults and students fourth grade and up. 419-433-5009 www.huronlibrary.org Admission: Free
5/7/2008 Second Thursday Seminar 7 pm Huron Public Library, 333 Williams St., Huron Sponsored by the Old Plat Association, the program is "Old Plat Renovation Stories" and will be held in honor of National Historic Preservation Month. 419.433.5009 419-433-5009 www.huronlibrary.org
Point Pelee Bird Watching Trip Depart Port Clinton: 7:45 am, arrive back in Port Clinton: 6 pm Jet Express Dock, Port Clinton Pt. Pelee is a world class birder's destination. Witness thousands of colorful songbirds such as warblers, vireos, thrushes and flycatchers. Birding experts will be onboard giving a short narrative of what you can expect to see at this Canadian birding hotspot. Passengers will need a valid U.S. Passport or birth certificate along with photo identification for proof of citizenship. 800-441-1271 www.jet-express.com Admission: $85/person includes transportation on Jet Express, continental breakfast, shuttle and admission to Pt. Pelee National Park and a boxed lunch.
Amy Grant 7:30 pm The Ritz Theatre, 30 S. Washington St., Tiffin From the time Amy Grant picked up a guitar as a teenager and sang for her school friends, to the albums she recorded, Amy's always found a musical way to share her life. 419-448-8544 www.ritztheatre.org Admission: $90, $75, $55 or $40
Lunchbreak at Northwoods Wildflower Walk 12 - 1 pm Meet behind Kinship office at Osborn Park, Sandusky Join Naturalist staff for the latest look at spring. 419-625-7783 www.eriemetroparks.org
5/8/2008- 6/12/2008 Music Reading Class 5:30 - 6:15 pm or 6:30 - 7:15 pm Huron Public Library, 333 Williams St., Huron Class is intended for those without music reading skills. Participants must be at least 12 years old and class must have 8 participants to go forward. Pre-registration is advised. 419.433.6233 419-433-5009 www.huronlibrary.org
5/8/2008- 5/11/2008 "The Senator Wore Pantyhose!" Playmakers Civic Theatre, 604 W. Sixth St., Port Clinton 800-441-1271 www.playmakers.portclinton.com
Friday Night Entertainment 8:30 - 11:30 pm Hermes Vineyard & Winery, 6413 Hayes Ave., Sandusky Entertainment by Theodore Parker
"The Nobodies of Comedy" 7:30 pm The Ritz Theatre, 30 S. Washington St., Tiffin This is a rescheduled event from March 8, 2008 419-448-8544 www.ritztheatre.org
Bird Walks 8:30 am Magee Marsh Wildlife Area, Oak Harbor Bird walks take place every Saturday through May 24. 419-898-0960 www.friendsofmageemarsh.org Admission: Free
March of Dimes Walk for Babies Registration: 8:30 am Walk: 9:30 am Shoreline Park, Sandusky Walk America is now called the March for Babies. This is a planned walking event. 419-433-5560 ext. 2-0648
International Migratory Bird Day 8 - 10 am & 3 - 5 pm Old Woman Creek Visitor Center, 2514 Cleveland Rd E., Huron Walk the trail and spot spring migrants such as warblers, thrushes and vireos. Length: 1.5 miles.
5/10/2008- 5/11/2008 Mother's Day Open House & 150th Anniversary Celebration 10 am - 4 pm Berlin Fruit Box Company, 51 Mechanic St., Berlin Heights This celebration features the 2008 Mother's Day Basket, "A Tribute to American Basketry", workshop tours and demonstrations, a chance to weave your own basket (call for an appointment), basket decorating for kids and refreshments. 888.905.1858 419-499-2839 vendors: 419-433-5461 www.SamuelPattersonBaskets.com Admission: Free
Flea Market Sat: 9 am - 4 pm, Sun: 9 am - 3 pm Sandusky County Fairgrounds, Fremont New vendors welcome. 419-332-4470 www.sanduskycountyfair.com Admission: Free
Saturday Night Entertainment 8:30 - 11:30 pm Hermes Vineyard & Winery, 6413 Hayes Ave., Sandusky Entertainment by Bob Lawitzke
International Migratory Bird Day Magee Marsh Wildlife Area, Oak Harbor Come out and enjoy the beautiful areas and birds. Perfect for the whole family. 419-898-0960 www.friendsofmageemarsh.org Admission: Free
Lakeside Daisy Festival 8 am - 6 pm James Park, Marblehead Festival features area attractions like LaFarge Quarry tours, plant sale and shuttle service to sites and, of course, a look at the endangered Lakeside Daisy and the only place in the U.S. where it grows naturally. 419-798-4461 www.lakesidedaisy.com
5/10/2008 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
AC Delco "High School Nationals" Summit Racing Equipment MotorSports Park, Norwalk 419-668-5555 www.SummitMotorSports.com
Planetarium Program 2 pm Sidney Frohman Planetarium, Sandusky High School, enter parking lot from W. Perkins Ave., A one-hour long program is presented about the stars and planets. 419-499-4203
Family Fishing Fun Day 10 am - 2 pm East Harbor Sate Park, 1169 N. Buck Rd., Marblehead Bring Mom and a picnic lunch out to the park for Mother's Day and have fun fishing. Bait provided. Adults are permitted to fish after the children's program. 419-734-4424 ext. 2 or 419-732-3677 www.eastharborstatepark.org
Mother's Day Tea & Talk 1:30 pm program Mulberry Creek Herb Farm, 3312 Bogart Rd., Huron Program: "Recipes My Nonna Taught Me" by Francena. RSVP by May 8 at 419.433.6126.
"Love, Loss & Everything in Between" Kalahari Resort NIA Center, Sandusky Take a journey with Madame Zoe, an early 1900's French Madame, as she tells her story and gives advice on love, loss and everything in between. Brought to you by Enchanted Cabaret, the ultimate dinner theater experience. 419-433-7200 www.KalahariResorts.com
5/11/2008 Mother's Day Brunch 10 am - 3 pm Kalahari Resort NIA Center, Sandusky An abundant All-You-Care-To-Enjoy buffet with over 200 selections to choose from. Reservations expected. 419-433-7200 www.KalahariResorts.com
5/11/2008 Mother's Day Brunch at the Culinary Vegetable Institute First seating: 11:30 am second seating: 1 pm Culinary Vegetable Institute, 12304 Mudbrook Rd., Milan Join us for a brunch that will be unforgettable to your memory and your palate. www.CulinaryVegetableInstitute.com Admission: $65/adult, $24/children under 12, free/children under 3. Call 419.499.7500 for information.
5/11/2008- 5/17/2008 Nest with the Birds 8 am - 4 pm Kelleys Island, Kelleys Island Week-long nature program of guided bird walks and afternoon lectures. Bird banding on Long 419-746-2258 www.kelleysidlandchamber.com Admission: $5/daily donation
5/12/2008 Free Stress-Buster Sample Classes 6:30 pm Osborn Park, Frost Center, Huron Here is an opportunity to experience different styles of fitness: Yoga. Bring a mat or towel and wear loose clothing. 419-625-7783 www.eriemetroparks.org
5/15/2008- 5/18/2008 "The Senator Wore Pantyhose!" Playmakers Civic Theatre, 604 W. Sixth St., Port Clinton 800-441-1271 www.playmakers.portclinton.com
5/16/2008 Friday Night Entertainment 8:30 - 11:30 pm Hermes Vineyard & Winery, 6413 Hayes Ave., Sandusky Entertainment by Circa 66.
5/16/2008- 5/18/2008 NHRH Blaster "Cavalcade of Stars" Summit Racing Equipment MotorSports Park, Norwalk 419-668-5555 www.SummitMotorSports.com
5/17/2008 Red Hat Day at Jamie's 8 am - 4 pm Jamie's Flea Market, SR 113, Amherst Contest, entertainment, shopping and lots of fun for all Red Hat ladies. 440-986-4402
5/17/2008 Firelands Audubon 100 Count Day 6 am - dusk Sheldon Marsh State Nature Preserve parking lot, Huron Join Audubon members as they search for 100+ bird species in one day. Come for all or part 419-625-7783 Contact chickadee1956@yahoo.com
5/17/2008 Sketch the Seasons 10 am - 12 pm Old Woman Creek Visitor Center, 2514 Cleveland Rd E., 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.
5/17/2008 Bird Walks 8:30 am Magee Marsh Wildlife Area, Oak Harbor Bird walks take place every Saturday through May 24. 419-898-0960 www.friendsofmageemarsh.org Admission: Free
5/17/2008 Underground Railroad Trolley Tour of Historic Sandusky 11 am Tours begin at the Maritime Museum, Sandusky Event features a narrated trolley tour of existing sites in the Sandusky area. Vendors and questions call 419.433.6126 Admission: $5 Reservations required
5/17/2008 Bargains for Baby Sale 9 am - 1 pm Huron Boat Basin & Amphitheater, corner of Main St. & Cleveland Rd., Huron Sale of infant and toddler items only, including gently used clothing, strollers, toys, car seats and more. Rain or shine. 419-433-8487 www.huronparks.org
5/17/2008 Wightman Weiber Safety Fair & Kids Fun Fest 12 - 5 pm Sandusky Bay Pavilion and nearby areas, Sandusky Area safety agencies will be distributing information while the "Kids Fun Fest" offers an obstacle course, derby, face painting and more. 419-627-5886 or 419-627-5803 www.sanduskymaritime.org Admission: One canned good or nonperishable food item per person
5/17/2008 Queen Victoria Day and Island Garage Sale 9 am - 6 pm Various locations, Put-in-Bay Celebration to kick-off the summer season includes a Poker Run, Scavenger Hunt and island-wide garage sale. 419-285-2832 www.put-in-bay.com Admission: $15/Poker Run, $15/Scavenger Hunt, $25/both
5/17/2008 Saturday Night Entertainment 8:30 - 11:30 pm Hermes Vineyard & Winery, 6413 Hayes Ave., Sandusky Entertainment by Lance & Jill
5/17/2008 International Museum Day 12 - 4 pm Maritime Museum of Sandusky, Eleutheros Cooke House, Merry-Go-Round Museum, Follett House Museum and other area museums, Sandusky Celebrate this international day by visiting a local museum free of charge. 419-624-0274 www.sanduskymaritime.org
5/17/2008- 5/18/2008 May Days and Big Splash Raffle Kick-Off 9 am - 5 pm Sandusky Maritime Museum and Meigs Street Pier at Battery Park, Sandusky Activities for this event include a nautical flea market, model boat building for kids, boat rides, Underground Railroad trolley tours, Capt'n Willie's Silly Pirate Show and the Blessing of the Fleet. The Big Splash raffle begins and several prizes will be on display. 419-624-0274 www.sanduskymaritime.org Admission: Free
5/17/2008- 5/18/2008 Moving Company Dance Recital An all day event Sandusky State Theatre, Sandusky 419-626-1950 www.sanduskystate.com
5/17/2008- 5/18/2008 Flea Market 9 am - 4 pm
Seneca County Fairgrounds, 100 Hopewell Ave., Tiffin 888-736-3221 www.tiffinfleamarket.com
5/18/2008 Castalia Quarry Open House - 40th Anniversary 1 - 4 pm Castalia Quarry, RT 101, Castalia Discover fossils and glacial grooves during the Director's hike on the Quarry Rim Trail and learn more about the area. 419-625-7783 www.eriemetroparks.org
5/18/2008 Planetarium Program 2 pm Sidney Frohman Planetarium, Sandusky High School, enter parking lot from W. Perkins Ave., A one-hour long program is presented about the stars and planets. 419-499-4203
5/18/2008 "Blow the Whistle on Asthma" Walk 12 pm registration, Walk begins at 1 pm Kalahari Resort, Sandusky Walk to raise money for the American Lung Association and the Fight against Asthma. Admission: Donation
5/18/2008 Rural Life Sunday 11 am Mass Sorrowful Mother Shrine, 4106 St. Rt. 269, Bellevue Join the farming and rural life communities for the Blessing of seeds, grounds, crosses to put in farmers' fields for a productive and plentiful year. Confessions available and Sunday devotions at 2:30 pm. Cafeteria open. 419-483-3435 www.sorrowfulmothershrine.com
5/18/2008 Victorian Mother's Day Tea 1 - 3:30 pm Historic Lyme Village, 5001 SR 4, Bellevue The Victorian Guild invites you to welcome springtime at the Wright Museum. Bring your favorite cup and saucer to use. 419.862.3828 419-483-4949 www.lymevillage.com Admission: $20/adult, $8/children. Prepaid reservations required
5/18/2008 What's Blooming Now? 2 - 4 pm Old Woman Creek Visitor Center, 2514 Cleveland Rd E., Huron Learn to identify early common wildflowers of the woods and listen to flower folklore. Bring along a copy of Newcomb's Guide to Wildflowers to help. Ages 12 +. Dress for the weather.
5/19/2008 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
5/19/2008 Pasta 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
5/20/2008 Rain Gardens - Stream and Lake Friendly Landscaping 6 - 8 pm Old Woman Creek Visitor Center, 2514 Cleveland Rd East, Huron Areas landscaped with perennial native plants that don't mind getting "wet feet" are rain gardens. Learn about these gardens and how to select a site and construct one.
5/21/2008 Healthy Ohioans Fitness Walk 12 Noon Various parks in area, Sandusky 419-625-7783 www.eriemetroparks.org
5/21/2008 Tea Luncheon 12 Noon Captain Montague's B & B, 229 Center St., Huron Program to be announced. 419-433-4756 or 800-276-4756 www.captainmontagues.com Admission: $20
5/21/2008 Knit One, Library, Too 6 - 8 pm Sandusky Library, 114 W. Adams St., Sandusky Two great things joined together-knitting and the Library. Join us for a fun, relaxing evening of knitting. Just bring your work in progress. 419-625-3834 www.sandusky.lib.oh.us Admission: Free |
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