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2020 W. SR 18, Tiffin • 419-447-9752 Mon-Thurs 8:30-8:00 Fri 8:30-6:00 Sat 8:30-5:00
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Reineke Ford-Lincoln
12000 Twp Rd. 99, Findlay • 419-422-1661 Mon-Thurs 8:30-8:00 Fri 8:30-6:00 Sat 8:30-4:00
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Reineke Motors, Inc. 1045 E. Wyandot Ave. Upper Sandusky • 419-294-2386 • 800-589-8079 Mon & Thurs 8:30-8:00 Tues, Wed & Fri 8:30-6:00 Sat 8:30-3:00
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1350 N. Cable Rd. Lima • 419-227-7400 • 1-888-366-2506 Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs 9:00-8:00, Fri 9:00-6:00, Sat. 9:00-3:00
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Reineke Ford, Inc.
1303 Perrysburg Rd. Fostoria • 419-435-7741 • 1-800-531-2613 Mon & Thurs 8:30-8:00 Tues, Wed & Fri 8:30-6:00 Sat 8:30-3:00
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Reineke Honda
1033 Bright Rd., Findlay • 419-422-3511 • 1-800-233-6537 Mon-Thurs 8:30-8:00 Fri 8:30-6:00 Sat 8:30-4:00
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Reineke Ford-Lincoln of Lima
1360 Greely Chapel Rd. Lima • 419-223-3673 Mon & Thurs 7:30-8:30 Tues, Wed & Fri 7:30-6:00 Sat 7:30-5:00
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Reineke Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram 207 W. Water St., North Baltimore • 855-497-5272 Mon & Thurs 7:30-7:00 Tues, Wed, Fri 7:30-6:00 Sat 8:30-2:00
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Index Index of of Advertisers Adver tisers CRAWFORD CO. (Bucyrus, Crestline, Galion, Lykens) Cooper’s Mill & Market.................................................14 Crossroads Factory Store..............................................14
HANCOCK CO. (Arcadia, Findlay) Findlay Inn & Conference Center................................13 Hancock Co. Park District............................................23 Jeffrey’s Antique Gallery................................................7
HARDIN CO. (Dunkirk, Kenton, Mt. Victory) Kenton Hardin Health Department..............................25 Mount Victory Antique Dealers....................................25
HURON CO. (Norwalk, Monroeville) Huron County Chamber of Commerce......................48
LORAIN CO. (Amherst) Jamie’s Flea Market......................................................16
LUCAS CO. (Toledo) Firenation Glass Studio..................................................31 Maumee Valley Gun Collector’s Show.......................29 Ottawa Park Outdoor Ice Rink.....................................48 Tam-O-Shanter..............................................................29
OTTAWA CO. (Elmore, Genoa, Port Clinton) Packer Creek Pottery....................................................33
RICHLAND CO. (Plymouth, Shiloh, Mansfield) Carrousel Antiques..........................................................7
SANDUSKY CO. (Clyde, Fremont, Gibsonburg) Antiques in Clyde............................................................7 Downtown Fremont.......................................................38 The Erlin Traders.............................................................31 Hayes Presidential Center............................................36 Sandusky County CVB..................................................37
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SENECA CO. (Attica, Bascom, Bettsville, Fostoria, Green Springs, Tiffin) Bright Wireless/Bascom Communications..................41 Camden Falls.................................................................13 Carmie’s BBQ & Grill Catering......................................13 Clouse Construction......................................................43 Daniels Advertising Specialty......................................12 Destination Seneca County.........................................42 Ewald’s Furniture............................................................27 H&H Tool & Cutter Service............................................31 Heavenly Creations......................................................31 Mardi Gras Fostoria Foundation...................................40 Molyet’s Farm Market...................................................31 R Bar D Stables LLC........................................................43 Reineke Family Dealerships...........................................2 Richard’s Carpet............................................................39 Rock Run Bulk Foods.....................................................39 Sendelbach’s Collision.................................................43 Seneca Hills...................................................................13 Tiffin Altrusa Bridal Fair..................................................12
WYANDOT CO. (Carey, Sycamore, Upper Sandusky) Bill Sowers Flower & Gift Shop......................................47 Masters’ Building...........................................................12 Ned Gregg Realty/Auctioneers...................................47 Sycamore Community Center.....................................12 Sycamore Fire & Rescue...............................................47 The Village Restaurant..................................................46 Wyandot Co. Fair Square Dances...............................46 Wyandot Firearms.........................................................46
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Allen County DECEMBER
Dec. 10 — Handel's "Messiah," 4 p.m., Bluffton University Founders Hall, Bluffton. Free; an offering will be taken. (419) 3583453. Dec. 11 — “A Charlie Brown Christmas,” 7:30 p.m., Veterans Memorial Civic & Convention Center, 7 Town Square, Lima. The Emmy and Peabody award-winning story by Charles M. Schulz, has warmed the hearts of millions of fans since it first aired on television more than 50 years ago. The stage adaptation features favorite characters. Join Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Lucy, Linus and the rest of the Peanuts gang as they mount a play, save a tree and uncover the true meaning of Christmas. $19, $29, $39, $54. www.limaciviccenter.com. Dec. 12 — Full Sound Chamber Group Christmas Concert, 1-2 p.m., Shawnee Alliance Church, 4455 Shawnee Road, Lima. The group consists of five brothers from Bellefontaine, forming a string quintet of two violins, a viola, cello, double-bass and piano. An offering will be taken. Dec. 13 — Lima Senior High "Holiday in Harmony" Concert, 7 p.m., Lima Senior High School auditorium, 1 Spartan Way, Lima, highlighting all the singing groups and ensembles offered at Lima Senior. Tickets are $5 for adults and $3 for students. Children 6 and younger are free. (419) 996-3078. Dec. 14 — Carol of the King Irish Dance Spectacular, 7:30 p.m., Veterans Memorial Civic & Convention Center, 7 Town Square, Lima. Featuring 20 skilled Irish dancers and musicians, Carol of the King brings the inspiring Christmas story of love and salvation to life against a backdrop of ancient ruins. $18, $26. www.limaciviccenter.com. Dec. 15 — Whirly Birds, 8 p.m., Old City Prime, 215 S. Main St., Lima. Whirlybirds is a modern swing/pop group. $15. Dec. 16 — “Stumbling Into Happiness” book signing, 1 a.m.-1 p.m., with author Michael Schoenhofer, Readmore, 3330 W. Elm St., Lima. Free. Dec. 16 — Another Round, 8 p.m., Old City Prime, 215 S. Main St., Lima. Five guys who love to rock ʼnʼ roll. Music from artists such as Def Leopard, AC/DC, Three Doors Down, The Hollies, Judas Priest, Poison and Bryan Adams. $10. Dec. 16 — Train Town Show and Swap Meet, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Allen County Fairgrounds 2750 Harding Highway, Lima. Sponsored by the National Model Railroad Association. Vendors, railfan items, toy trains, operating layouts, food service and free parking; handicap accessible. $5 adults, children 12 and younger free. Dec. 22-23 — Dueling Pianos, 8 p.m., Old City Prime, 215 S. Main St., Lima. $15. Dec. 29 — "Mannheim Steamroller Christmas," 7:30 p.m., Veterans Memorial Civic & Convention Center, 7 Town Square, Lima. Grammy Award winner Chip Davis has created a show that features Mannheim Steamroller Christmas classics along with a selection of compositions from his groundbreaking Fresh Aire series. $75, $62, $48. www.limaciviccenter.com. Dec. 29 — Hipnotix, 8 p.m., Old City Prime, 215 S. Main St., Lima. Classic rock band from Lima. $10. Dec. 30 — Nashville Crush, 8 p.m., Old City Prime, 215 S. Main St., Lima. Nashville Crush presents a balance of country and rock music. $10. Dec. 31 — Lima Symphony: “The Music of the Mad Men Era,” with Five by Design. Five by Design, the American vocal quintet known for its classic style and vibrant harmonies, will be ringing in the New Year with the Lima Symphony Orchestra. The music of the 1960s is enjoying a chic resurgence in popular culture today. Enjoy timeless songs such as "What is this Thing Called Love?" "All of Me," "Mack the Knife," "Night and Day," "Fever," "Almost Like Being in Love" and more. 7:30 p.m. $30, $25. Veterans Memorial Civic & Convention Center, 7 Town Square, Lima. www.limaciviccenter.com.
JANUARY
Jan. 5-Feb. 10 — Artspace/Lima Photography Club Exhibit. Juried exhibit features the best, most sophisticated, most innovative and accomplished images. An open reception will be 6:30-8:30
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p.m. Jan. 5. Gallery hours: Tuesday-Friday 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m.-2 p.m. and 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free. ArtSpace/Lima, 65-67 Town Square, Lima. Jan. 6-7 — Tri-State Gun Show, Saturday 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Sunday 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. More than 400 tables of modern and antique guns, edged weapons and sportsmen equipment. Adults $5, children under 18 are free, but must be accompanied by an adult. Allen County Fairgrounds, 2750 Harding Highway, Lima. Jan. 6 — Start the Year Right Hike, 10 a.m., Kendrick Woods, 971 N. Defiance Trail, Lima. Free. Unwind, recharge, or get a head start on your resolutions; brisk hike in Allen County's largest woodland area. Hot chocolate and tea provided. Dress for the weather and ground conditions. Register by Jan. 4 at (419) 221-1232. Jan. 11 — Owling in the Park, 7:30 p.m., McElroy Education Center, 2355 Ada Road, Lima. Free. Owls are designed for life in the darkness. As they prepare for the nesting season, they are setting up territories and calling to their mates. Join the hike in search for owls. Dress for the weather and ground conditions. Register by Jan. 9 at (419) 221-1232. Jan. 12-14, 19-21 — "Monty Python's Spamalot," Encore Theatre, 991 N. Shore Drive, Lima. Based on the classic film comedy, “Monty Python and the Holy Grail,” the Tony Award-winning musical retells the legend of King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table. 8 p.m., 2 p.m. Sunday. $17 adults, $14 senior citizens, high school and younger $12. Jan. 18 — Josh Turner in Concert, 7:30 p.m., Veterans Memorial Civic & Convention Center, 7 Town Square, Lima. Multi-platinum Nashville recording artist Josh Turner is one of country musicʼs most recognizable hit-makers. $75, $54, $38, $26. www.limaciviccenter.com. Jan. 20 — Lima Symphony: “Baroque by Candlelight,” 7:30 p.m., Trinity United Methodist Church, 301 W. Market St., Lima. Savor Bachʼs “Brandenburg Concerto No. 5” with harpsichord, Francesco Geminianiʼs “Concerto Grosso” and French composer Jean Philippe Rameauʼs “Les Fetes dʼHebe,” an opera-ballet. $30, $25. Jan. 25 — “Dirty Dancing,” 7:30 p.m., Veterans Memorial Civic & Convention Center, 7 Town Square, Lima. It tells the classic story of Baby and Johnny, two fiercely independent young spirits from different worlds, who come together in what will be the most challenging and triumphant summer of their lives. Featuring 35 hit songs, including “Hungry Eyes,” “Hey Baby,” “Do You Love Me?” and the heart stopping “(Iʼve Had) The Time Of My Life." $39, $64, $79. www.limaciviccenter.com.
FEBRUARY
Feb. 1 — George Clinton and Parliament Funkadelic Mardi Gras Tour, 7:30 p.m., Veterans Memorial Civic & Convention Center, 7 Town Square, Lima. Recording both as Parliament and Funkadelic, George Clinton revolutionized R&B during the ʼ70s, twisting soul music into funk by adding influences from several lateʼ60s acid heroes. Clintonʼs recent Funkadelic release, “Shake The Gate,” the first studio release under the Funkadelic brand in 30 years, was followed with a collaboration with Kendrick Lamar and Ice Cube. $99, $79, $49, $29. www.limaciviccenter.com. Feb. 3 — W.A.R. Wrestling, Veterans Memorial Civic & Convention Center, 7 Town Square, Lima. Bell time 5 p.m. www.warwrestling.com. $10 or four for $30. www.limaciviccenter.com. Feb. 3-4 — Tri-State Gun Show, Saturday 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Sunday 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. More than 400 tables of modern and antique guns, edged weapons and sportsmen equipment. Adults $5, children under 18 are free, but must be accompanied by an adult. Allen County Fairgrounds, 2750 Harding Highway, Lima. Feb. 9-11 — "The Rehearsal," McDonald's Youth Theatre, 7:30 p.m., Sunday 2 p.m. $10, children 10 and younger $5, Encore Theatre, 991 N. Shore Drive, Lima. A comedy by Don Zolidis. A young teacher tries to pull off a production of “Guys and Dolls,” but putting a musical together is never easy, especially with a megalomaniacal stage manager, a lead who's convinced that “Wicked” is a much better show, and a girl who is clinically incapable of following directions (she has a doctor's note to prove it). To make matters worse, there aren't nearly enough guys to be the guys. Continued on next page
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Feb. 10 — Lima Symphony: “Carnival of Colors,” 7:30 p.m., Veterans Memorial Civic & Convention Center, 7 Town Square, Lima. The orchestra delves into the artful and passionate worlds of opera and ballet. Richard Wagnerʼs mystical “Entrance of the Gods” from Das Rheingold, Igor Stravinskyʼs colorful ballet suite, “Petrouchka.” $30, $25. www.limasymphony.com. Feb. 13 — Gobsmacked! 7:30 p.m., Veterans Memorial Civic & Convention Center, 7 Town Square, Lima. Seven singers and beatboxers comprise a next generation a cappella show. From doowop to drum and bass, no genre is off-limits. $39, $64, $79. Feb. 20 — Adam Trent, 7:30 p.m., Veterans Memorial Civic & Convention Center, 7 Town Square, Lima. The Illusionists has become the best-selling magic show in Broadway history, earning $2.1 million in one week followed by a smash-hit U.S. and world tour. One of the original Broadway stars has emerged and teamed up with The Illusionists producers to present a headliner illusion show. $39, $64, $79. Feb. 25 — Lima Bride 2018, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Veterans Memorial Civic & Convention Center, 7 Town Square, Lima. Getting married? Need some fresh ideas? There will be photographers, cake decorators, DJs, florists, gift registry, venues, caterers and more to help plan the special day. $5 (brides are free).
MARCH
March 3-4 — Maple Syrup Festival, McLean Teddy Bear Park, 2004 N. Dixie Hwy., Lima. A guided tour along a half-mile wooded trail to take a historic look at maple sugaring. There are several stops along the trail, depicting the maple sugaring story from early Native Americans, to pioneers to the modern methods of tapping, collecting and boiling down. The walk concludes with a visit to the "sugar house" to view a modern evaporator, followed by a taste of maple syrup on a sliver dollar pancake. Maple syrup and maple
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candy will be for sale. Noon-5 p.m. Free. March 3-4 — Tri-State Gun Show, Saturday 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Sunday 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. More than 400 tables of modern and antique guns, edged weapons and sportsmen equipment. Adults $5, children younger than 18 are free, but must be accompanied by an adult. Allen County Fairgrounds, 2750 Harding Highway, Lima. March 4 — Lima Symphony Family Concert: Just Dance, 3 p.m., Veterans Memorial Civic & Convention Center, 7 Town Square, Lima. The orchestra presents popular styles of dance forms around the globe. Enjoy eclectic and lively performances from many local dancers, both classic and contemporary. $30, $25. March 9-11 — "Almost Maine," 8 p.m., Sunday 2 p.m., Encore Theatre, 991 N. Shore Drive, Lima. A quirky comedy. On a cold, clear, moonless night in the middle of winter, all is not quite what it seems in the remote, mythical town of Almost, Maine. As the northern lights hover in the star-filled sky above, the residents of Almost find themselves falling in and out of love in unexpected and often hilarious ways. $15 adults, $12 senior citizens, high school and younger $10. March 10 — "Mutts Gone Nuts," 7:30 p.m., Veterans Memorial Civic & Convention Center, 7 Town Square, Lima. Canines and comedy collide, as the amazing mutts unleash havoc and hilarity in an action-packed, comedy dog spectacular. $19-$26.
ATTRACTIONS
Allen County Museum, 620 W. Market St., Lima — The museum offers exhibits for all ages and includes Native American and pioneer displays; local history exhibits; a steam and electric railroad collection; firefighting equipment; mineral and fossil displays; library; and a scale model of George Washington's Mount Vernon home. Tour guides available for arranged tours. No admission fee. Donations welcomed. Open 1-5 p.m. Tuesday-Friday, 1-4 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. Closed Mondays and national holidays. (419) 2229426 or www.allencountymuseum.org. Continued on next page
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Artspace Lima, 65-67 Town Square, Lima — An art gallery and educational center housed in a turn-of-the-century brick building. In the Gallery Shoppe, original artwork including paintings, jewelry, ceramics, glass, and cards is on display. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. TuesdayFriday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday. (419) 222-1721 or www.artspacelima.com. Canal Commission Museum, 241 N. Main St., Delphos — Folklore museum, consisting of 8,500 square feet on three floors, features the history of the Miami-Erie Canal and the city and people of Delphos. The commission has an archival collection from history of the region, from Civil War letters home from soldiers to manuscript pages once used by the Paul Whiteman Band. There are canal related artifacts from a tin bathtub used on a canal boat to actual parts from the canal boat "Marguerite," which were pulled from the Miami-Erie Canal in 1989 by 57 Delphos youngsters. Museum is handicap accessible. Open 1-3 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, 9 a.m.-noon Thursdays. Groups and tour by appointment. Admission is free. (419) 695-7737 or www.delphoscanalcommission.com. Children's Museum, 620 W. Market St., Lima — A hands-on facility that encourages "learning by doing." New exhibits and activities are developed annually. Part of the Allen County Museum complex. (419) 222-9426. Children's Garden, 620 W. Market St., Lima — The garden includes more than 30 mini theme gardens and child-inspired works of art, with elements that relate to Allen County history. Open May through October, dawn to dusk. The Allen County Children's garden is a project of the Allen County Master Gardeners. Part of the Allen County Museum Complex. (419) 302-4234. Open May through October, dawn to dusk. Crouse Performance Hall, 7 Town Square, Lima — The 1,800seat, state-of-the-art facility is the home for the Lima Symphony Orchestra, the Lima Area Concert Band, the Town Square Music Company, the Town Square Celebrity Series and community organizations. The hall has hosted Broadway and professional touring companies, Sesame Street Live, illusionist David Copperfield and a wide range of theater, concert, dance and lecture events. Box office: (419) 224-1552 or boxoffice@limaciviccenter.com. Delphos Museum of Postal History, 339 N. Main St., Delphos — The transportation room includes antique vehicles, with murals of Delphos that correspond with the years the vehicles were used. Re-creation of a railway post office railcar similar to the one used on the AC & Y railroad that traveled from Delphos to Youngstown. Learn about the construction of the Delphos Post Office, which was influenced by the town's egg hatchery and mop factory. More than 100,000 stamps from around the world. The media center allows you to see numerous artifacts that are not on display. Meeting space and catering available for special programs. Open 1-3 p.m. Thursdays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays. Groups and tours by appointment. Admission is free. (419) 303-5482 or www.postalhistorymuseum.org. Encore Theatre, 991 N. Shore Drive, Lima — Amil Tellers of Dramatics Inc. performs a summer musical, five regular season plays, and at least three McDonalds Youth Theatre productions each year at the Encore Theatre. Box Office: (419) 223-8866 or (800) 944-1441 or www.amiltellers.org. Lima Fire Fighters Memorial Museum, 1139 E. Elm St., Lima — From a 19th century horse-drawn steam pumper to the hero-inscribed honor walk, the museum perpetuates this great history of selfless duty. Dedicated on Memorial Day 1999, the Lima Fire Fighters Museum houses memorabilia from Lima's fire fighting history. Open for outdoor viewing during daylight hours. For tour arrangements call (419) 221-5164 or (419) 222-6075. www.limafiremuseum.org. John H. Keller Memorial Railway Exhibit, Lincoln Park, 1139 E. Elm St., Lima — On display are the Nickel Plate Road S-3, 2-84, No. 779 Berkshire, the NKP caboose No. 1091 and the NKP Business Car No. 5. The 779 was the last of the Berks built for the Nickel Plate, leaving the Lima Locomotive Works for the NKP in 1949. Guided tours available by appointment. (419) 221-5195 or www.cityhall.lima.oh.us.
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Lion and Lamb Peace Arts Center, 1 University Drive, Bluffton University — Center promotes the study of peace and justice, cultural understanding and nonviolent responses to conflict with an emphasis on children. Resources for students, teachers, parents, campus and community, programming for children and all audiences of all ages. Visitors can browse the library collection and enjoy the art work, children's literature, original illustrations from picture books, sculptures, the Honda Outdoor Peace Sculpture Garden, International Peace Pole and Peace Thrones. (419) 3583207 or www.bluffton.edu. Open during the school season 9 a.m.5 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-noon Friday. MacDonell House, Victorian Mansion, 632 W. Market St., Lima — 1893 mansion has more than 15 rooms furnished in great detail and open to the public. This home and its decor are reminiscent of the great wealth brought into Allen County during the oil boom era. Part of the Allen County Museum Complex. Guided tours available through the museum. 1-5 p.m. Tuesday-Friday, 1-4 p.m. SaturdaySunday. (419) 222-9426 or www.allencountymuseum.org. Musselman Library, 1 University Drive, Bluffton University — Libraryʼs historical collections trace the universityʼs heritage back to the beginnings of Anabaptism, including the Mennonite Historical Collections, reflecting the Mennonite affiliation of Bluffton University and the Swiss tradition of many constituents. (419) 358-3275 or www.bluffton.edu. Schoonover Observatory, 670 N. Jefferson St. in Schoonover Park, Lima — Open at 9 p.m. on the first Friday of the month, following the meetings of the Lima Astronomical Society. The public is encouraged to look through the 14-inch Celestron telescope. Members of the society operate the telescope and answer questions. The observatory also is open for special events related to sky phenomena. Programs can be arranged by appointment. (419) 371-1289 or www.limaastro.com. Shay Locomotive Display, 620 W. Market St., Lima — A restored narrow-gauge geared locomotive, known as the Shay Locomotive, was built in 1925 by the Lima Locomotive Works and is located at the Allen County Museum. (419) 222-9426. Spencerville Historical Museum, 119 E. Fourth St., Spencerville — Facility also houses the Spencerville Historical Society. 1-4 p.m. second and fourth Sunday of the month, or by appointment. (419) 647-4960. Swiss Homestead, 8350 Bixel Road, Bluffton — The Swiss Community Historical Society investigates and studies the history of the Bluffton-Pandora community, collecting and preserving papers, books, records, relics and other things of historic interest. The homestead is owned by the society. It is a typical Swiss settlement house built in 1843. The barn has an inscription stone reading 1854 set into the limestone wall on the east side, making it one of the earliest large barns in the area. Call for an appointment. P.O. Box 5, (419) 384-3412 or www.swisshistorical.com. Tilton Farm, 6555 Madden Road, Harrod — As you enter the gate and travel the winding path to Tilton Farm, imagine yourself taking a step back in time. View collections including Civic War artifacts and a room-sized, 3/4-inch scale circus. Open for tours, parties, receptions and meetings by reservation. Barb Tilton, (419) 648-6835 or (419) 235-2856. Veterans Memorial Freedom Flag Monument, 1191 Buckeye Road, Lima — Monument is in dedication to all those who are serving and have served the United States of America. This structure is the largest stationary flag in the United States. Open every day from dusk to dawn. Speakers available by appointment. Parking available and handicap accessible. Contact: The Johnny Appleseed Metropolitan Parks District: (419) 221-7070 or www.uawfreedomflag.com. Veterans Memorial Park, Harrod — The park displays a 155mm M114 A2 howitzer cannon, an M60 A3 battle tank and a UH-1 Huey helicopter. The park, adjacent to the Harrod Railroad Park, was created in honor and memory of all veterans who served in the United States armed forces. Open all year during daylight hours. Call for tours and information. (419) 648-7032. Welsh Community Museum, 7365 Gomer Road, Gomer — The Welsh Community Museum was established to serve as a center for Welsh culture, local history and genealogy. Open 1:30-4 p.m. the second and fourth Sundays of each month. (419) 642-2538, (419) 642-5911 or www.welsh-society.org.
Ashland County DECEMBER
Dec. 9 — Winter Festival Band Concert, Hugo Young Theatre, Ashland University, 7:30 p.m. www.ashland.edu/music. Dec. 10 — Festival of Lights, Miller Chapel, Ashland University, 7 p.m. www.ashland.edu/music. Dec. 16-17 — “The Nutcracker,” Hugo Young Theatre, Ashland University, 7:30 p.m. Saturday, 2 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, www.ashlandregionalballet.org.
JANUARY
Jan. 18 — Faculty Art Exhibition, Coburn Gallery, Ashland University, 4:30 p.m. (opening reception). www.ashland.edu/coburngallery.
FEBRUARY
Feb. 3 — Ashland Symphony: “The Magic of Harry Potter,” Archer Auditorium, 1440 King Road, Ashland, 7:30 p.m. www.ashlandsymphony.org. Feb. 15 — “Dear Dr. Seuss” Art Exhibit, Coburn Gallery, Ashland University, 4:30 p.m. (opening reception). www.ashland.edu/coburngallery. Feb. 16-18, 23 — “Seussical the Musical,” Hugo Young Theatre, Ashland University, 7:30 p.m., 2 p.m. Sun day. www.ashland.edu/tickets.
MARCH
March 4 — Ashland Bridal Show, Pump House Catering & Event Center, 400 Orange St., Ashland, 3 p.m. www.pumphousecatering.com. March 10 — Ashland Symphony Young People's Concert, Hugo Young Theatre, Ashland University, 3 p.m. www.ashlandsymphony.org. March 10 — Ashland Symphony: “Mozart to Gershwin,” Hugo Young Theatre, Ashland University, 7:30 p.m. www.ashlandsymphony.org.
ATTRACTIONS
Ashland County Fairgrounds, 2042 Claremont Ave. — Home of the Ashland County Fair in September, plus a series of events, auctions and shows through the year. (419) 289-0466 or www.ashlandcountyfair.com. Ashland County Historical Museum, 420 Center St. — The Ashland County Historical Society campus consists of three houses. The Manor House was built by J.P. Cowan in 1859. In 1952, it was given to Ashland College to be used as a residence for the president. In 1969, the university used it as a historical center. In 1981, the Historical Society bought the house. The Carriage House followed. In 1996, the Noonan House was built. Tours available April 1-Dec. 31 1-3:30 p.m. Wednesday and Friday. No appointment necessary during tour hours.(419) 289-3111 or www.ashlandhistory.org. Big Boulder Falls Adventure Golf — 3045 SR 3, Loudonville. (419) 994-4097. Camp Toodik Family Campground, Cabins, & Canoeing — 7700 TR 462, Loudonville. (419) 994-3835 or (877) 886-7866. Center Street Historic District — 58 buildings on Center Street from Vernon to 414 Center St. and from Town Center and Walnut Street between Samaritan and Morgan avenues, Ashland, on the National Register of Historic Places, features architecture of mid-19th-century Revival, late 19th and 20th-century Revivals, Late Victorian, Colonial Revival, Greek Revival, Queen Anne.
Charles Mill Lake — SR 603 and SR 430. 1,350 acres of water (10 horsepower limit), 2,000 acres of land, 500 campsites (class A with and without electric) in two locations, swimming beach, hiking trails. (419) 368-6885. Cleo Red Fisher Museum — 203 E. Main St., Loudonville. (419) 994-5800 or (419) 994-4050.
Coburn Art Gallery, 401 College Ave., Ashland. The Coburn Gallery serves as Ashland University's primary resource for the viewing of visual art by the academic community and the public. The gallery focuses on the work of nationally known contemporary artists as well as Ashland University art faculty and students. (419) 289-5652 or www.ashland.edu/node/17497.
Country Stage Music Park, 40A TR 1031, Nova. The park offers four bluegrass music concerts annually in a family atmosphere. (440) 213-8358.
Hayesville Opera House — Hayesville. One of the few remaining examples of an American theater built in 1886. www.bright.net/~opera/hayesville.
Honey Haven Farm, 1327 CR 1475, Ashland. Working farm offering farm market with its own produce, flower market and greenhouse, seasonal pumpkin patch and corn mazes, straw maze, petting zoo for kids and seasonal country store. (419) 289-3384 or www.honeyhavenfarm.com.
Loudonville Canoe Rentals — 424 W. Main St., Loudonville. (419) 994-4161 or (888) CANOELO or www.loudonvillecanoe.com.
Johnny Appleseed Outdoor Drama & Heritage Center — SR 603 south of SR 30. (800) 642-0388.
Kenhurst Village — 22462 Wally Road, Glenmont. (740) 5996741.
Mohican Adventures Go-Karts/Miniature Golf — 3045 SR 3, Loudonville. Canoeing, camping, cabin rentals, RVs, go-karts, mini golf. (419) 994-4020 or (800) MO-CANOE.
Mohican Canoe Livery And Fun Center — 3058 SR 3, Loudonville (419) 994-4097 or (800) 662-2663 or www.mohicancanoe.com. Mohican Challenge Course — 709 S. Market, Loudonville. (800) 251-4071.
Mohican Reservation Campgrounds and Canoeing — 23270 Wally Road, Loudonville. (419) 994-1901, (800) 766-2267 or www.mohicanreservation.com.
Mohican State Park — 3116 SR 3, Loudonville. (419) 9944290.
Mohican State Park Resort — 1098 CR 3006, Perrysville. (419) 938-5411, (800) At A Park or www.mohicanresort.com
Mohican Valley Canoe Livery — SR 3 south of Loudonville. (800) 682-2663 or www.mohicanvalley.com.
Mohican Water Slide and Riding Stables — 1014 S. Mt. Vernon Ave., Loudonville. (419) 994-2304.
Mohican Wilderness Campgrounds — 22462 Wally Road, Glenmont (614) 599-6741 or www.mohican.net.
Myers Memorial Band Shell, corner of West Main Street and Parkside Drive, Ashland. Site of city of Ashland Parks and Recreationʼs annual 19-concert season at Brookside Park. Performances every Thursday and Sunday evening mid-June through mid-August. (419) 289-8247 or www.ashlandbandshell.weebly.com.
The Ohio Theatre — 156 North Water St., Loudonville. (419) 994-3750.
Pleasant Hill Lake — SR 95, Perrysville. 850 acres of water, 1,345 acres of land, 380 campsites (class A full hookups and with electric), swimming beach, concession, camp store and restaurant. (419) 938-7884 or www.mwcdlakes.com.
Wolf Creek Pine Run Gristmill — SR 3 1 mile south of the Mohican State Park Cabins, Loudonville. (419) 668-2497.
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Through Jan. 1 — Armstrong Air & Space Museums Holiday Lights Display, 6-10:30 p.m., 500 Apollo Drive, Wapakoneta. Illumination of the lights display outside the museum. www.armstrongmuseum.org or (419) 738-8811.
MARCH
March 11 — Moaninʼ Frogs, 3 p.m., James F. Dicke Auditorium, New Bremen High School, 901 E. Monroe St., New Bremen. Adults $30, students $15. www.lockone.org. Part of the Lock One series.
AUGLAIZE ATTRACTIONS
Auglaize County Courthouse, 201 Willipie St., Wapakoneta — This neoclassical structure of Berea sandstone features a central gallery open to the second floor making the stained glass skylight visible from both floors. “The Copper Lady,” which once stood atop the courthouse tower was restored for the buildingʼs 100th birthday in 1994 and now has a place in the gallery. For group tours, call (419) 738-3612. Auglaize County Historical Society/Mooney Museum, 223 S. Main St., St. Marys — Building once belonged to Daniel Mooney, former ambassador to Paraguay. Early Auglaize historical artifacts and photos. Open 1-3 p.m. on first and third Sundays of each month. Other tours by appointment, (419) 394-7069. Belle of St. Marys, Miami-Erie Canal, Memorial Park — 76foot-long, 14-foot-wide replica of a packet canal boat. Bicycle Museum of America, 7 W. Monroe St., New Bremen — Opened in 1997 as museum dedicated to the history of cycling. Features more than 250 vintage bicycles. Open year-round. Summer hours: 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday-Friday. Winter hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday. (419) 629-9249, www.bicyclemuseum.com. Cridersville Historical Museum, West Sugar Street, Cridersville — An 1890 church depicting history of the town and surrounding area and an 1836 log house, which is the original home of Daniel Bowsher. Open the first and third Sundays of each month. (419) 645-5955. Fort Amanda Park, SR 198, 7 1/2 miles northwest of Wapakoneta — Monument and park mark the site of a War of 1812 fort erected under order of Gen. William Henry Harrison. The remains of 75 soldiers, marked “Unknown Soldier, War of 1812,” lie beside the Auglaize River. Picnic area, hiking trails. Part of Limaʼs Johnny Appleseed Metroparks. Open dawn to dusk May-November. (419) 657-6782. Grand Lake St. Marys, Auglaize and Mercer counties — Constructed as a feeder lake for the Miami-Erie Canal, the lake, at its completion in 1845, was the largest man-made lake. The reservoir rests on the summit between the Ohio River and Lake Erie. Now Ohioʼs largest inland lake, it covers 13,500 acres and 52 miles of shoreline. Picnicking, swimming, fishing, boating, camping. Grand Lake St. Marys State Park, 834 Edgewater Drive, St. Marys — Dedicated as a state park in 1949. Includes 216 campsites, two rental cabins, two rent-a-camps, campers-only swimming beach, boat tie-ups, horseshoe pits, sand volleyball, basketball, tennis court, nine-hole putt putt golf course. Park has four public swimming beaches and swimming areas for boaters, picnic areas, shelter houses, hunting in designated areas and seasonal duck blinds available by lottery from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. (419) 394-3611. Memorial Park, downtown St. Marys — Park rests beside old canal flowing through downtown. Miami-Erie Canal Towpath — 3.5-mile path is a hiking trail from St. Marys Memorial Park to Forty Acre Pond just north of St. Marys. Site of the ʻʻAnnual Walk with Natureʼʼ each October. Armstrong Air & Space Museum, Interstate 75 exit 111, 500 S. Apollo Drive, Wapakoneta — Ohio Historical Society site honoring Wapakoneta native astronaut Neil Armstrongʼs historic walk on the moon. Interactive exhibits with a space shuttle landing simulator and a lunar landing simulator. Also features Gemini and Apollo spacesuits. An Infinity Room and Astrotheater give visitors
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the experience of traveling through space on a moon mission. Opened in 1972. Open year-round 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays, noon-5 p.m. Sundays and holidays. (419) 738-8811, (800) 860-0142 or www.armstrongmuseum.org. New Bremen Historic Museum/ Luellen House, 120-122 N. Main St., New Bremen — One of the first non-log houses in the original plat of 1833. Open 2-4 p.m. Sundays June-August, (419) 629-3321. New Knoxville Historical Museum, 107 E. German St., New Knoxville — Preserves the history of the New Knoxville area. (419) 753-2721. Northwood Lighthouse, off SR 703, Northmoor on north side of Grand Lake St. Marys between Celina and St. Marys — No public access. Viewing from the lake only. St. Marys Memorial Park, East Street, St. Marys — Dedicated to World War I veterans, the park rests beside the old Miami-Erie Canal. Moored in the park is the Belle of St. Marys, a 76-foot-long, 14-foot-wide full-scale replica of a packet canal boat built by local craftsmen. Canal boat open 8 a.m.-5 p.m. daily. (419) 394-3303, ext. 112. St. Marys Theater/Grand Ballroom Entertainment Complex, 119 W. Spring St., St. Marys — live stage performances. (877) 6263006 State Fish Hatchery, East Bank Road, St. Marys — One of six hatcheries in Ohio, its the only one that raises yellow perch and largemouth bass. Also raised are channel catfish, fathead minnows, walleye, northern pike and saugeye. Open 7 a.m.-3:30 p.m. weekdays. Free tours available by appointment. (419) 394-5170.
MERCER ATTRACTIONS
Baker Woods State Nature Preserve, between Buscher and St. Anthony roads north and west of Coldwater — Visitor permit required from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Natural Areas and Preserves. High-quality, old-growth forest remnant with oaks, hickories and maples. Celina-Coldwater Bike Path — 4 1/2-mile long, 10-foot-wide path on an old railroad bed between Celina and Coldwater. Courthouse, 101 N. Main St., Celina — Corinthian columns; Bedford limestone; bronze doors; marble floors, walls and staircases; colored glass dome. (419) 586-3178. Eldora Speedway, 13929 SR 118, New Weston (just south of Mercer County line in Darke County) — Nationally known speedway featuring the fastest mile dirt track in the nation. Hosts sprint, midget, modified and stock races including the famous All Star Outlaw Sprints, the annual Kings Royal Race and the USAC Four Crown Nationals. (937) 338-3815, www.eldoraspeedway.com. Fort Recovery State Museum, SR 119 and 49, Fort Recovery — Two reconstructed block houses, a connecting stockade, and exhibits depicting the Indian Wars of the 1790s. One of the largest collections of Indian artifacts in Ohio. Fort Recovery was site of the defeat of Gen. Arthur St. Clair in 1791 and the defense of the fort by Gen. “Mad” Anthony Wayne in 1794. An 1840 log cabin and blacksmith shop are nearby. Noon-5 p.m. daily June-August, noon5 p.m. weekends only May and September. Group tours by appointment. (419) 375-4649, www.bright.net/-fortrecovery. Grand Lake St. Marys (See Auglaize County). Grand Slam USA Family Fun Center, 911 E. Wayne St., Celina — Roller skating, laserball, indoor roller hockey, slam dunk basketball, space ball, indoor batting cages and outdoor miniature golf course. Open year round. (419) 586-5037. Maria Stein Heritage Museum, 2291 St. Johns Road, Maria Stein — On the second floor of a former convent building, the museum interprets the German settlements of Auglaize and Mercer counties and the history of the Sisters of the Precious Blood. Open noon-4 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday May-October. (419) 925-4532, www.mariasteincenter.org. Mercer County Courthouse, 101 N. Main St., Celina — Fortyfoot Ionic columns grace the four entrances to the gray Bedford limestone courthouse. Interior is enhanced with large bronze doors, marble floors, walls and staircases and a colored glass courthouse dome. Group tours by appointment, (419) 586-3178. Continued on next page
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Mercer County Historical Museum, 130 E. Market St., Celina — Chronicles the past 200 years of county life. Also known as the Riley House. Genealogical materials and local history books. Open 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Wednesday-Friday in the summer and Sundays October-April. (419) 586-6065. National Marian Shrine of the Holy Relics, 2291 St. Johns Road, Maria Stein — The shrine contains 500 relics of the saints and is the second-largest collection of its type in the United States. Built in 1890, the shrine and the adjacent former convent were placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1976. Open 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday. (419) 925-4532 or www.mariasteincenter.org. Mercer County Wildlife Area, US 127 and east on 703 — The 1,408-acre wildlife refuge provides resting and feeding areas for local and migrant wildlife. Observation is from parking area only. Northwood Lighthouse, off SR 703, Northmoor, on north side of Grand Lake St. Marys between Celina and St. Marys. No public
access. Viewing from lake only. Putters Lane Golf and Games, 04331 SR 66, Minster — Miniature golf, redemption arcade, pizza and homemade ice cream, water wars. Open for birthday parties and corporate golf tournaments. (419) 628-1814 Romer's Catering & Overdrive Entertainment, 321 S. Eastern Ave., St. Henry — Special event venue featuring national concerts and comedians, plus weddings, fundraisers, school events, corporate events and picnics. (419) 925-9999 or www.romerscatering.com. Rotary Lighthouse, Main Street (US 127) and Lake Shore Drive, Celina — Built in 1986 by Celina Rotary Club on the west bank of Grand Lake St. Marys to provide a grand view of the lake. St. Charles Center, 2860 US 127 South, Celina — This former seminary rests on 500 acres. Its first buildings were erected in 1861 by the Society of the Precious Blood. The current structure is a late Gothic Revival building that features a 370-foot frontage and is topped by a five-story octagonal dome. Groups tours by appointment. (419) 925-4516 or ma.noacsc.org/stcharl/.
Crawford County DECEMBER
Dec. 9 — Christmas at Cooperʼs Mill, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., 1414 N. Sandusky Ave., Bucyrus. Holiday fun for the whole family. Cookie decorating with the kids, writing letters to Santa and a visit from Santa. Enter to win prizes, enjoy a warm cup of hot chocolate and do some holiday shopping with special discounts. Dec. 11 — Ladies' Night at the Crossroads Factory Store, 115 Crossroads Blvd., Bucyrus. Visit 5-8 p.m. to receive 20 percent off purchase. Enter to win prizes and enjoy appetizers, desserts and beverages while you shop. Call (866) 247-0156 for details and exclusions. Dec. 13 — Guys' Night at the Crossroads Factory Store, 115 Crossroads Blvd., Bucyrus. Shop from a loved one's wish list or let the staff help you pick out gifts for the holidays. Visit 4-7 p.m. to receive 20 percent off purchase. Enjoy pizza, wings and beverages while you shop. Gift wrapping available. Call (866) 247-0156 for details and exclusions.
FEBRUARY
Feb. 2-4, 9-11 — “The Queen Of Bingo!” 8 p.m., 2 p.m. Sunday, Crawford Theatre Co., 1715 Marion Road, Bucyrus, at MB Subculture. In the tradition of the hilarious Harvey Korman and Tim Conway sketches from the old “Carol Burnett Show,” comes this stage comedy. Sis and Babe, two sisters on the other side of 50, want to add a little fun and excitement to their lives, but where to find it? Bingo! (419) 562-0404 or contact at crawfordtheatrecompany.com. Feb. 3 — Second Life: Bridal and Formalwear Resale, hosted by The Pickwick Place, 1875 N. Sandusky Ave., Bucyrus. If it has to do with a wedding, bridal shower or other special event, bring it. Everything from centerpieces to signs to flowers to jewelry and dresses will be popular. You price each item at your space. (419) 562-0683 or www.facebook.com/ThePickwickPlace/. Feb 10 — Rotary Pancake Day, 7 a.m.-1 p.m., Bucyrus High School, 900 W. Perry St., Bucyrus. All you can eat pancakes and entertainment from local talent. (419) 562-0720 or www.facebook.com/bucyrusrotary. Feb. 10 — Connections: A Christian Women's Retreat, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., hosted by The Pickwick Place, 1875 N. Sandusky Ave., Bucyrus. A day celebrating grace-filled women. Connect with others as you learn the importance of living an authentic life. Tickets are $25. Contact Rose at rose@thepickwickplace.com with questions or visit www.facebook.com/ThePickwickPlace/. Feb. 16-17, 23-25 — “Savannah Sipping Society,” 8 p.m., 2 p.m. Sunday, presented by Galion Community Theatre, 127 Harding Way W., Galion. In this comedy, four unique Southern women, all needing to escape the sameness of their day-to-day routines,
are drawn together by fate — and an impromptu happy hour — and decide itʼs high time to reclaim the enthusiasm for life theyʼve lost through the years. Over the course of six months, the middleaged women successfully bond and find the confidence to jumpstart their new lives. (419) 468-2662 or www.galiontheatre.org.
ATTRACTIONS
Brownella Cottage, 132 S. Union St., Galion — Original home and furnishings of Bishop William Montgomery Brown. Houses Galion Historical Museum. 1:30-3:30 p.m. Sundays May-October. Weekday group tours by appointment year round. (419) 468-9338. Bucyrus Copper Kettle Works Limited, 119 S. Walnut St., Bucyrus — Last of the old copper shops in America still making original product, apple butter kettles, primarily by hand. Tours 1011 a.m. and 12:30-2 p.m. Monday-Friday. (419) 562-6891. Bucyrus Historical Society, 202 S. Walnut St. — Features memorabilia from founding families of Bucyrus, plus items from Americaʼs wars, and souvenirs from aviatrix Loretta Schimmoler, a friend of Amelia Earhart. Open 1-4 p.m. Monday and 2-4 p.m. Sunday April-December. (419) 562-6386. Cabin at Willow Hollow, 5183 Stetzer Road, Bucyrus — It brings together gifts and home decor from local artisans and features the handcrafted hardwood furniture of Dick Hancock. (419) 562-9117. Carlʼs Gas Station, 836 Hopley Ave. – A place to enjoy the historic Sinclair gas station, vintage cars and memories from the 1950s. (419) 562-8225. Cooperʼs Mill, 1414 N. Sandusky Ave., Bucyrus — Step back in time and watch old-fashioned apple butter, jams and jellies cooking over a wood fire. Features homemade fudge and gift shop. Open 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Saturday. (419) 562-4215. Crestline Shunk Museum, 211 N. Thomas St. — Features items from Crestlineʼs beginnings. Special features are the Railroad Room and the Indian Room. Open 2-4 p.m. last full weekends of the month May-September. Private tours, group or individual, can be scheduled at any time. (419) 683-3410. Crossroads Original Designs Factory Store, 115 Crossroads Blvd., Bucyrus — Family-owned and operated manufacturer of scented candles, reed diffusers, room sprays, framed art and home décor accessories. The in-house factory store has a viewing window into the production area so you can see “behind the scenes.” (866) 247-0156. Hankʼs Garage, located at The Car Guys business, 1780 E. Mansfield St., Bucyrus. Features an indoor collection of classic cars including the largest known operating Edsel car collection. (419) 562-3600 or mike@gotocarguys.com. Continued on page 14
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Crawford County ATTRACTIONS (CONTINUED)
Heckert Nature Preserve, on the south side of SR 19, halfway between Bucyrus and Galion, contains unusually large and well preserved wetland areas. HideAway Bed & Breakfast Inn, 15 minutes north of Marion — Featured in the New York Times, the inn welcomes tours for picnics and watching the resident great horned owl and bald eagles. (800) 570-8233 J & M Trading Post, 6867 Leesville Road, Leesville — The Rev. Leeʼs General Store, circa 1830. Historic setting near famed Indian fighter Col. Crawfordʼs Capture Site Monument. Open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Saturday, closed Sunday. Open holidays by chance. (419) 683-4307 Lowe-Volk Park, on SR 598 three miles north of Galion, is 38 acres in size and features one and one-half miles of hiking trails that visit three streams including the start of the Sandusky River, a picnic area, catch and release fishing in the pond and streams, fern covered sandstone ledges, forests, wetlands and open fields. The Lowe-Volk Park Nature Center features a classroom, 17 interpretive nature and local history exhibits, live reptile and amphibian displays, a bird feeder and butterfly garden observation room. Center is handicapped accessible and has restrooms available. Sears Woods State Nature Preserve, one mile southwest of Bucyrus on SR 4, then two miles west on Mount Zion Road. The 98-acre natural area features one of the best preserved forests in Ohio. The hiking trails are more than a mile in length and visit a small meadow and large forest, with some of the trail along the Sandusky River. Unger Park, on Nevada Road about a mile west of the square in Bucyrus, is 53 acres, featuring more than two miles of hiking trails, open daily from sunrise to sunset. Visitors can see a prairie, forest, wetland, pond and the Sandusky River. The trails connect to Aumiller Park and the Friendship bridge over the Sandusky.
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A scene in Lowe-Volk Park.
Delaware County DECEMBER
Through Dec. 31 — Wildlights, Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, 4850 W. Powell Road, Powell. The trees on the grounds are wrapped in millions of lights. Stroll through the displays 5-9 p.m. Sunday-Thursday and 5-10 p.m. Friday-Saturday. At the pond, every 20 minutes there's a coordinated music and light show; the lights don't just twinkle, they also move and dance. Visitors also can ride the train in the North America area for $1. Nov. 17, 5-10 p.m. will be the "Stuff the Truck Food Drive." Bring five non-perishable food items and receive one free admission to Wildlights. Show one of your items to the parking attendant and parking is also free. (800) MONKEYS or www.columbuszoo.org. Through Jan. 1 — Butch Bando's Fantasy of Lights, formerly known as Alum Creek Fantasy of Lights. The drive-through light show still is at Alum Creek State Park, but under the new name. Hours are Sunday-Thursday 5:30-9:30 p.m., Friday-Saturday 5:30-10:30 p.m. Pricing is per vehicle: cars Monday-Thursday $20, Friday-Sunday $30; limo, large vans, motorhomes $40; motorcoaches up to 30 people $60; buses and large motorcoaches $100. Santa's House is across the street with free hot chocolate and cookies. Alum Creek State Park, 3311 Old State Road, Delaware. (614) 560-1371 or www.butchbandosfantasyoflights.com. Dec. 14 — New Vistas in Astronomy, "Seeing the Dark Universe with Gravitational Lensing," by Ami Choi. 8 p.m. Astronomy mini-course about the latest discoveries by astronomers and observing a variety of celestial objects with telescopes, weather permitting.The presenters are professors from Ohio State's and Ohio Wesleyan's astronomy departments. www.perkins.owu.edu. 3199 US 23 S., Delaware. (740) 363-1257 or www.owu.edu/perkins. Dec. 15 — An Evening at Perkins Observatory, 8 p.m. Program content varies based on sky conditions and may include a planetarium-style show, tours of the observatory, and/or observing with the 32-inch Schottland telescope and other telescopes, weather permitting. Tickets required. 3199 US 23 S., Delaware. (740) 363-1257 or www.owu.edu/perkins. Dec. 16-17 — All Aboard for Railroad Fun, Saturday 10 a.m.2 p.m., Sunday noon-4 p.m. Delaware County Model Railroaders open house. Visitors watch the trains while they learn about model railroading and the development of the railroad industry in America. Sandel Legacy Trail, 168 S. Vernon St., Sunbury. (740) 524-8600 or www.preservationparks.com.
JANUARY
Jan. 1 — New Year's Day Hike, 10 a.m. Start the new year off on the right foot. Volunteer Len Fisher will lead the hike through woods and prairies. Finish at Gallant Farm for hot soup and refreshments. Gallant Woods Park, 2150 Buttermilk Hill Road, Delaware. (740) 595-3020 or www.preservationparks.com. Jan. 20-21 — All Aboard for Railroad Fun, Saturday 10 a.m.2 p.m., Sunday noon-4 p.m. Delaware County Model Railroaders open house. Visitors watch the trains while they learn about model railroading and the development of the railroad industry in America. Sandel Legacy Trail, 168 S. Vernon St., Sunbury. (740) 524-8600 or www.preservationparks.com.
FEBRUARY
Feb. 17-18 — All Aboard for Railroad Fun, Saturday 10 a.m.2 p.m., Sunday noon-4 p.m. Delaware County Model Railroaders open house. Visitors watch the trains while they learn about model railroading and the development of the railroad industry in America. Sandel Legacy Trail, 168 S. Vernon St., Sunbury. (740) 524-8600 or www.preservationparks.com. Feb. 24 — Maple Syrup Time, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Discover how maple sap is extracted from trees and cooked down into syrup. Gallant Farm, 2150 Buttermilk Hill Road, Delaware. (740) 595-2060 or www.preservationparks.com.
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Alum Creek State Park, 3615 S. Old State Road, Delaware — Camping; hiking, bridle and mountain bike trails; boat rental and launch ramps; fishing and hunting; picnicking; swimming; snowmobiling; sledding; ice skating; ice fishing; and ice boating. (614) 548-4631. The Arts Castle, Delaware County Cultural Arts Center, 190 W. Winter St., Delaware — The more than 150-year-old castle is one of the landmarks of Delaware history. It was built in 1846 of stone from the Blue Limestone Quarry. The center offers classes, workshops, performances and exhibitions. The Gallery Shop offers hand-crafted works by American artists. Gift shop open 11:30 a.m.4 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday. (740) 369-ARTS. Black Wing Shooting Center — An indoor-outdoor shooting facility, offering trap, skeet, pistol and rifle shooting. Registered trap and skeet shoots, leagues, options, calcuttas, bowling pin shoots and others are offered throughout the year. Training and corporate/team outings are also available. 3722 Marysville Road (SR 36), Delaware. (740) 363-7555. Chiller North Ice Rink — Ice skating and hockey facility, which also offers public skating. Try the ice during a Monday-Friday Noon Skate, Friday Night Meltdown, or a Saturday and Sunday afternoon or evening. The facility also features meeting and party space, hockey leagues, skating lessons, corporate events and birthday party packages. 8144 Highfield Drive, Lewis Center. (740) 5940009. Columbus Zoo, 9990 Riverside Drive, Powell — Open 9 a.m.6 p.m. Memorial Day Weekend-Labor Day. Open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Labor Day-Memorial Day Weekend. (614) 645-3400 or (800) MONKEYS. Delaware County Historical Society and Genealogy Society Library, Annex and Nash House Museum, 157 E. Williams St., Delaware — Open 2-4:30 p.m. Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday Jan.15-Nov. 15. (740) 369-3831. For special tours, call (740) 369-4900 or (740) 369-4969. Delaware State Park, 5202 US 23 North, Delaware — Camping; nearby wildlife area; fishing and hunting; hiking trails; swimming; summer nature programs; boat rental and launch ramps; sledding; ice rink; cross-country skiing; ice fishing. (740) 369-2761 for park office, (740) 363-4561 for camp office or (740) 363-6102 for marina. Highbanks State Nature Preserve, on US 23, 4 miles north of Worthington within Highbanks Metropark. Features scenic shale bluffs along the Olentangy State Scenic River. Martin-Perry Homestead, 103 E. Olentangy St. — Home to the Powell-Liberty Historical Society, the homestead is a late 1800s house typical of the period. The house is open for tours 1-4 p.m. on the fourth Saturday and Sunday of each month and has childrenʼs programs. Other tours by appointment. (614) 848-6210. Nash House Museum, 157 E. William St., Delaware — A home built in the 1870s, furnished with treasures from eras gone by. The annex also features Delaware County artifacts. For hours, call (740) 369-3831. Olentangy Indian Caverns, 1779 Home Road, off US 23, Delaware — Tours of historic three-level caverns. Museum with Indian artifacts and geological displays. Frontierland with gem mining, gift shop, snack bar and 18-hole mini-golf. (614) 548-7917. Radnor Heritage Museum, SR 203 and Radnor Road, Radnor — Open 1:30-4:30 p.m. first and third Sunday of each month April-October. (740) 595-3398 or (740) 595-3319. Seymour Woods State Nature Preserve, north of Columbus on US 23 about 8 miles north of I-270 — Area features spring woodland wildflowers and summer field wildflowers. Stratford Woods State Nature Preserve, north of Worthington on US 23, then to Powell Road and then 5 miles west to Liberty Road and north to the Stratford Ecological Center Inc. — Privately owned. Permit required. Area features spring wildflowers and buttonbush swamps. (614) 363-2548. Sunbury Square, Sunbury — The Myers Inn and Old Towne Hall are on the National Register of Historic Places. Booklets for walking tour available at Sunbury Community Library.
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Through Dec. 31 — Firelands Festival of Lights, 5-10 p.m. Free; donations accepted. Sawmill Creek Resort, 400 Sawmill Creek Drive (off US 6), Huron. (419) 433-3800, ext. 784, or www.facebook.com/firelandsfestivaloflights. Christmas light display that involves more than 30 local, non-profit organizations. Take a drive along Sawmill Creek Drive to experience the lights and meet Santa. Through Dec. 31 — Christmas Dancing Light Show, Ghostly Manor Thrill Center, 3319 Milan Road (US 250), Sandusky, 6 p.m.midnight. Free. (419) 626-4467 or www.ghostlymanor.com. Tune your car radio to 99.7 FM; the light show plays every 30 minutes. Through Dec. 31 — Santa at the Candy Cane House, 6-9 p.m. Donations accepted. Sawmill Creek Resort, 400 Sawmill Creek Drive (off US 6), Huron. (419) 433-3800 or www.sawmillcreekresort.com. Drive the Festival of Lights display on the Sawmill Roadway and say "hi" to Santa at the Candy Cane House. Dec. 10 — Holiday Spectacular, 4 p.m. $14-33 person. Sandusky State Theatre, 107 Columbus Ave., Sandusky. (419) 6214800 or www.firelandssymphony.com. A joyful blend of classic carols, spirituals and rousing new holiday music, the Firelands Symphony Chorale, guest vocalist Michael Preacely and Anthony Gardner narrating the "How the Grinch Stole Christmas." Dec. 10 — Santa Hustle! 9 a.m., Cedar Point Amusement Park, 1 Cedar Point Drive, Sandusky. (847) 829-4536 or www.santahustle.com. Thousands of Santas race along the streets and throughout Cedar Point. Jingle all the way through the course with candy and cookies, festive music, creative Christmas images and more. Dec. 10, 15-17, 22-23, 29-31 — 'Deck'orated for the Holidays, Friday-Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sunday noon-4 p.m. Maritime Museum of Sandusky, 125 Meigs St., Sandusky. (419) 624-0274 or www.sanduskymaritime.org. The museum will be fully decked out. Dec. 10, 16-17 — Vermilion Arts Guild: Holiday Art Show, noon-4 p.m., Main Street Vermilion, 685 Main St. (SR 60), Vermilion. (440) 963-0772 or www.mainstreetvermilion.org. The gallery shows feature fine art, photography, jewelry, wood sculpture, ceramics, pottery and hand-crafted items. Dec. 13, 20 — A Very Merry Family Fun Night, 4-8 p.m., Ghostly Manor Thrill Center, 3319 Milan Road (US 250), Sandusky. (419) 626-4467 or www.ghostlymanor.com. Enjoy the indoor playground, bounce houses and skating rink for only $5. With each admission, receive free pizza and a pop. Expect a visit from Santa, 5-7 p.m. Dec. 16 — Festival of Lights Hayrides and Cookies with Mrs. Claus, 6-8:30 p.m. $6 adult, $2 child, $16 family (up to 6 people). Sawmill Creek Resort, 400 Sawmill Creek Drive (off US 6), Huron. (419) 433-3800 or www.facebook.com/FirelandsFestival OfLights. Take a wagon ride through the Festival of Lights display. Enjoy hot chocolate and cookies with Mrs. Claus. Dec. 16 — Winter Craft Workshop, 2:30 p.m., Sandusky Library, 114 W. Adams St., Sandusky. (419) 625-3834 or www.sanduskylib.org. A fun-filled afternoon creating winter crafts. Dec. 19 — Santa's Reindeer Night, 5-8 p.m., Washington Park Cookie House, 200 Washington St., Sandusky. (419) 627-5886 or www.cityofsandusky.com. Santa and the reindeer will be available for visitation and pictures. Dec. 21 — Gingerbread Houses, 5-7 p.m., Osborn MetroPark, 3910 Perkins Ave., Huron. (419) 625-7783 or www.eriemetroparks.org. Create a gingerbread house out of candies, cookies and other treats. All supplies will be provided. Ages 3-12. Registration required. Dec. 22 — National Lampoonʼs “Christmas Vacation,” 7 p.m., Sandusky State Theatre, 107 Columbus Ave., Sandusky. (877) 626-1950 or www.sanduskystate.com. Dec. 31 — New Year's Eve Party and Charity Casino, Sawmill Creek Resort, 400 Sawmill Creek Drive (off US 6), Huron. (800) 729-6455 or www.sawmillcreek.com. Featuring a Las Vegasstyle casino, raffle prizes, party favors, dancing, cash bar and more. Overnight packages are available at Sawmill Creek Resort. Dec. 31 — New Year's Eve Celebration and Fireworks Show,
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Hotel Kilbourne, 223 W. Water St., Sandusky. (976) 485-0670 or www.facebook.com/hotelkilbourne. Hotel Kilbourne presents the inaugural New Year's Eve celebration in historic downtown Sandusky. The fireworks display will begin at 11:59 p.m. and will be launched from Jackson Street Pier, making Hotel Kilbourne the perfect vantage point. Dec. 31 — New Year's Eve Spectacular, 7 p.m., $90 couple, $50 single, Ten Fifty Eight Event Center, 1058 Cleveland Road, Sandusky. (419) 624-1204 or www.tenfiftyeightevents.com. Usher in 2018 with a bang at Ten Fifty Eight Event Center. Lots of food throughout the night, entertainment by DJ Chris from Rock & Roll Express, and a champagne toast with party favors at midnight. Call to purchase tickets. 21 and older only; proper dress and ID required. Dec. 31 — New Year's Eve Party and Charity Casino, $25 adult, Sawmill Creek Resort, 400 Sawmill Creek Drive (off US 6), Huron. (800) 729-6455 or www.sawmillcreek.com. Featuring a Las Vegas-style casino, raffle prizes, party favors, dancing, cash bar and more. Overnight packages are available. Dec. 31 — New Year's Eve Celebration and Fireworks Show, Hotel Kilbourne, 223 W. Water St., Sandusky. (976) 485-0670 or www.facebook.com/hotelkilbourne. The hotel presents its inaugural New Year's Eve celebration in downtown Sandusky. The fireworks display will begin at 11:59 p.m. and will be launched from Jackson Street Pier.
JANUARY
Jan. 1 — Hangover Race, 1 p.m., Sandusky Speedway, 614 W. Perkins Ave., Sandusky. (419) 625-4084 or www.sanduskyspeedway.com. Champagne stocks, whiskey stocks and moonshine stocks. Racing in any weather. Continued on next page
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Jan. 7 — Brides by the Bay Bridal Show, 12:30-4 p.m., $5 person. Lyman Harbor, 1615 First St., Sandusky. (419) 626-8539 or www.thebridesworld-online.com. Annual show with vendors, food samples, prizes and a fashion show by Brides World and Tux World. Jan. 7-Feb. 11 — Milt Hinton Exhibit, 1-4 p.m. Free. Sandusky Cultural Center, 2130 Hayes Ave. (SR 4), Sandusky. (419) 6251188 or www.sanduskyculturalcenter.org. The Gallery is closed Saturdays, school holidays, vacations and snow days. Jan. 27 — Sandusky Polar Plunge, Thirsty Pony, 1935 Cleveland Road, Sandusky. (419) 202-9627 or www.sooh.kintera.org/faf/home/default.asp?ievent=1177421. Show your support of Special Olympics Ohio's athletes. Plungers are required to raise a minimum of $75 or $50 (students) in pledges by the day of the event. Plungers must be a minimum of 8 years of age to participate. Jan. 31 — Taste of the North Coast, 5-8 p.m., Kalahari Resorts & Conventions, 7000 Kalahari Drive (off US 250), Sandusky. (419) 625-6421 or www.eriecountychamber.com. Beer tastings, wine tastings and food samples from local restaurants.
FEBRUARY
Feb. 3 — Ice-A-Fair, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Free. Liberty Avenue and Main Street, Vermilion. (440) 963-0772 or www.mainstreet vermilion.org. Glittering sculptures and ice carving demos. Tour the area by foot or via Lolly the Trolley ($2 person, $5 family). More than 20 shops and restaurants will be open to welcome visitors along with Jolly the Snowman and Pete the Penguin. Ritter Public Library will offer its Chocolate Festival; sample chocolate confections ($1 sample). Stop in at Main Street Vermilion to warm up with free hot chocolate, cider and cookies and take a chance on an exciting array of raffle baskets. The event caps with a towering display of “Fire & Ice,” made possible with a grant from Erie County Community Foundation. You're invited to the after party at the Vermilion Boat Club for heavy hors d'oeuvres around the fireplace and a great view of the river ($25 person). Call Main Street Vermilion to make a reservation. Feb. 10 — Broadway Love Songs, 7:30 p.m., Sandusky State Theatre, 107 Columbus Ave., Sandusky. (419) 621-4800 or www.firelandssymphony.com. International star Marianne Cornetti takes the stage with Firelands Symphony and Terra Choral Society. Feb. 10 — Wine and Chocolate Open House, noon-4 p.m., $20 person, Firelands Winery, 917 Bardshar Road, Sandusky. (419) 625-5474 or www.firelandswinery.com. Valentine's open house event. There will be fine wines, chocolates and desserts. Feb. 17 — Lip Sync Battle, 7 p.m., $10 person (plus fees), Sandusky State Theatre, 107 Columbus Ave., Sandusky. (419) 626-1950 or www.sanduskystate.com. Presented by the Volunteer Center of Erie County. Fifteen acts will perform, with five acts moving on the second round. Feb. 18-March 25 — Metamorphosis Exhibit, Sunday-Friday 1-4 p.m., Sandusky Cultural Center, 2130 Hayes Ave. (SR 4), Sandusky. (419) 625-1188 or www.sanduskyculturalcenter.org. The gallery is closed Saturdays, school holidays, vacations and snow days. Feb. 18 — Destination Wedding Vermilion Bridal Show, noon-4 p.m., $3 person or three non-perishable food items, Vermilion-on-the-Lake Clubhouse, 3780 Edgewater Drive, Vermilion. (440) 967-4477 or www.vermilionohio.com. Feb. 23-25 — Great Lakes Home and Flower Show, FridaySaturday 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Kalahari Resorts & Conventions, 7000 Kalahari Drive (off US 250), Sandusky. (800) 431-3343 or www.ohiohomeshows.net. Large display of exhibitors, landscapers and daily cooking demos by chefs at Kalahari Resort.
MARCH
March 10 — “Rising Star!” Kevin Miura, violin, and Neos Dance Theatre, 7 : 3 0 p . m . , S a n d u s k y S t a t e T h e a t r e , 1 0 7 C o l u m b u s Av e . , S a n d u s k y. ( 4 1 9 ) 6 2 1 - 4 8 0 0 o r
w w w. f i r e l a n d s s y m p h o n y. c o m . Miura is an emerging virtuoso who will perform Camille Saint Saens' “Violin Concerto No. 3.” Returning to the stage are members of the Neos Dance Theatre. They will perform "Hoe-down" from Aaron Copeland's "Rodeo."
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Castalia State Fish Hatchery, 7018 Homegardner Road, Castalia — More than 470,000 steelhead and rainbow trout are raised annually at the 90-acre facility for stocking Lake Erie tributaries and inland lakes. The highlight of a tour is one of the area's unique "blue holes." The hatchery is open for self-guided tours year-round, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. weekdays. (419) 684-7499. Castaway Bay, 2001 Cleveland Road, Sandusky — 237 hotel rooms and suites including family-oriented units and a 38,000 square-foot indoor waterpark. (419) 627-2106. Cedar Downs, 1935 Cleveland Road, Sandusky — Bet on horse races from tracks across the country. Food, cocktails, bowling, billiards and arcade games. Open daily, year-round, noon until the last race after midnight. (419) 627-8573. Edison Birthplace, 9 Edison Drive, Milan — Tour Thomas Edisonʼs boyhood home, and see displays of some of his accomplishments as the worldʼs greatest inventor. (419) 499-2135. Eleutheros Cooke House, 1415 Columbus Ave., Sandusky — Greek Revival limestone building. It includes a ruby and cranberry glass collection, antique furnishings, garden, greenhouse and gift shop. (419) 627-0640. Firelands Winery, 917 Bardshar Road, Sandusky — Winery offers a slide show, tours and tastings. Wines, gifts and home winemaking supplies are available in an attractive tasting room. (800) 548-WINE. Follett House Museum, 404 Wayne St., Sandusky — Tour an 1830s home filled with Victorian housewares, toys, clothing, furnishings and Civil War artifacts from the nearby Johnsonʼs Island Confederate Officers Prison. (419) 625-3834. Ghostly Manor Thrill Center, 3319 Milan Road, Sandusky — Four attractions – one location. Ghostly Manor haunted house plus XD 3D theater featuring three motion rides, roller-skating, games and food. Ghostly Gifts Halloween store. Open all year; call for hours. (419) 626-4467. Kalahari Resort, 7106 Milan Road, Sandusky — Surf or boogie board 365 days a year in the warmth and comfort of the Kalahari, where everything is under one roof. (877) KAHALARI. Kelleys Island — The entire island is on the National Register of Historic Places. The downtown has shops, eateries, pubs and seasonal live entertainment within steps of the waterfront. Lyman Harbor, 1615 First St., Sandusky — Waterfront entertainment complex once housed the Lyman Boat Works. Waterfront dining or outdoor dining along the pier. Jet ski rentals. Transient boat dockage and services available. (419) 626-6545. Maritime Museum of Sandusky, 125 Meigs St., Sandusky — Explore Sanduskyʼs maritime history through artifacts, photos and maps; view displays of Lyman Boat Works, local passenger boats and freighters, and many other boats built in Sandusky. Also visit the nautical gift shop. Open year-round. (419) 624-0274. Merry-Go-Round Museum, US 6 and Jackson Street, Sandusky — Ride an antique carousel, visit with wood carvers as they create new carousel horses, listen to the familiar music of band organs, take a guided tour, and learn about the art and history of carousels. Exhibits change annually. Unique carousel-themed items can be found in the gift store. (419) 626-6111. Milan Historical Museum, 10 Edison Drive, Milan — Tour one acre of beautiful grounds and gardens along with seven historic buildings. Visit the 1846 Galpin House with Mowry Glass exhibit, a Doll House with 400 beautiful dolls or the 1843 Sayles House, a restored Victorian home. Explore Milanʼs unique canal history. Located one block from Thomas Edisonʼs birthplace. Open Tuesday–Sunday May–September. (419) 499-2968. Hermes Vineyard, 6413 S. Hayes Ave., Sandusky — Ohio's largest vinifera vineyards, specializing in French and Italian varietals. Sample wines overlooking Hermes' picturesque vineyard and tour the historic barn and gift shop. Open all year; call for hours. (419) 626-8500.
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Exhibition visitors can get up close and personal with a climbable, full-scale model of a nest with 20 eggs discovered in China, likely laid by one of the largest oviraptorosaurs ever found, Gigantoraptor.
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Science, history, giants of old A full-size cast of a Tyrannosaurus rex fossil skeleton from the collection of the American Museum of Natural History.
BY VICKI JOHNSON
Staff Writer vjohnson@advertiser-tribune.com
COLUMBUS — A full-size cast skeleton of Tyrannosaurus rex, a 60-foot-long metallic model of the longnecked Apatosaurus and interactive exhibits showcasing the latest scientific findings about dinosaurs highlight a new COSI gallery. The 13,000-square-foot gallery, a joint project between the Center of Science and Industry in Columbus and the American Museum of Natural History, opened Nov. 18. Housed in a renovated space at COSI, the gallery reveals the evolution of dinosaur biology, highlighting on-
going research by paleontologists. Scientists now know dinosaurs never fully vanished from Earth, the partners said in a news release. Modern birds are, in fact, their living descendants, classified along with their extinct relatives in the evolutionary group Dinosauria. The exhibit features never-before-seen elements including interactive experiences and specimens from world-class collections. Visitors can see a 100 million-year-old fossilized Burmese amber — with an ancient feather sealed inside; an 8-foot-long titanosaur femur; a 6-foot-long mechanical T. rex model that walks in place, illustrating how biomechanical studies have helped paleontologists learn more about the typical speed and gait of a rampaging tyrannosaur. WinterGuide 2018
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Yutyrannus huali, which means “beautiful feathered tyrant,” weighed 1.5 tons and was a fearsome predator like its relative T. rex. It also sported a shaggy coat of filaments called “proto-feathers.” It was discovered in northeastern China in 2012.
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The exhibit also showcases a 15-by-10-foot re-creation of the famous Davenport Ranch Trackway, displaying a collection of sauropod and theropod dinosaur prints, which was unearthed in Texas by scientists in the 1930s and 1940s, as well as a three-horned Triceratops to the dome-headed Pachycelphalosaurus, accompanied by details from the latest theories about how peculiar features including horns, fills, crests and domes were used in life. There’s also a cast of a T. rex furcula, or wishbone, once thought to be unique to birds but now known to be present in some bipedal, meat-eating dinosaurs. And kids can enjoy a climbable, full-scale model of an Oviraptor nest discovered in China, complete with 20 eggs. “We are extremely excited about this unique partnership,” said Frederic Bertley, president and CEO of COSI. “COSI is expanding its fantastic offerings as a state-ofthe-art science center to now include natural history, and we are doing it in partnership with one of the world’s leading natural history museums, New York City’s American Museum of Natural History. “The fact that we are opening with dinosaurs is a bonus, as dinosaurs appeal to visitors of all ages and backgrounds,” he said. “More than that, however, the addition of this … content within our walls positions COSI at the epicenter of the Columbus downtown growth, revitalization and cultural transformation as well as helps us further our commitment to enrich public understanding of science through this enhanced visitor experience.” “We are delighted to bring the research of our scientists, the interpretive skills of our exhibition and education teams, and, of course, our world-renowned dinosaurs
These Khaan mckennai dinosaurs are similar to birds in many ways. While these animals are nearly identical, scientists suspect the specimen on the left is a male, based on the presence of large structures beneath its tail that have a triangular, spearheaded shape. Those structures are smaller in the animal on the right, and lack the triangular, or “chevron,” shape, suggesting that the larger structures could have supported the muscles used in a tail-feather display, much like those still put on by birds, including the sage grouse and peacock.
to audiences in Columbus through this unprecedented partnership with COSI,” said Ellen V. Futter, president of the American Museum of Natural History. “This collaboration between a natural history museum and a science center offers a unique and powerful platform to further science education and science literacy at a time when they are more important than ever to our children, our nation and our world.” The museum has established research, exhibition and educational collaborations around the world, but this is the first partnership of its kind with a science center, the news release states. It was made possible by a $5 million investment from the state of Ohio and a $2 million gift from Abigail and Leslie Wexner. “The American Museum of Natural History is without question the best possible partner COSI could have in bringing the wonders of the natural world to this region,” said Leslie Wexner. “The debut of dinosaurs at COSI is another important step in the transformation of downtown Columbus made possible by $2 billion in private and public investment over the last 10 years.” With an eye on increasing COSI’s audience and enhancing Columbus’s downtown peninsula as a destination, civic and community leaders, the Columbus Downtown Development Corp., the city of Columbus and the state of Ohio collaborated to deepen programming in the Scioto Mile region, the news release states. The partnership was one of the outcomes. Mayor Andrew J. Ginther said COSI draws more than 660,000 visitors a year to the Scioto Peninsula, and the partnership is expected to boost visitor frequency while drawing visitors from farther away. The adjacent American Museum of Natural History Special Exhibition Gallery, set to open in March, is to feature exhibitions on a rotating basis. The first is to be “Traveling the Silk Road: Ancient Pathway to the Modern World,” which showcases one of the greatest trading routes in human history, highlighting the migration of peoples from one land to another, a modern-day topic. For more information, visit www.cosi.org/dinosaurs. WinterGuide 2018
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December 8-10 — “Happy Hollandaise,” 7:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m. Sunday, by Archbold Community Theater at Giffey Hall, Ridgeville Corners. All Claire Finley wants is the perfect Christmas. Sheʼs hired the celebrated gourmet chef Vilma Hasenpfeffer to prepare her famous Hasenpfeffer Hollandaise Sauce for her dinner guests — the new vicar and his very pregnant wife, Mary. Unfortunately, however, the chef is late, the guests are early and there are burglars loose in the neighborhood. To top it all off, Claireʼs father has been hit on the head (with the crèche) and thinks heʼs the leading man in all of the West End theater productions of the last 30 years. With the help of her quirky brother George, Claire tries to keep everything together as it continues to unravel in this British farce. www.archboldcommunitytheatre.com. Dec. 8-9 — Holiday Lantern Tours: "A 1920s Christmas," Sauder Village, Archbold. Adults $13, children 3 and older $7, members: adults $11, children $6. Experience American Christmas traditions of the 1920s as you visit the Grime Home, make a Christmas novelty at the tin shop, learn about Christmas shopping in the Elmira Depot, act out “The Night Before Christmas” in the District 16 Schoolhouse, and sign 1920s Christmas songs in St. Mark's Lutheran Church. Advance registration and payment is required. www.saudervillage.org or (800) 590-9755. You can include an overnight stay at the Sauder Heritage Inn with the Holiday Lantern Tour package. By reservation only, made online at www.saudervillage.org or at (800) 590-9755. Dec. 9 — Delta Winter Fest and Parade. All-day event will conclude with a parade and snacks with Santa at Memorial Hall. www.deltachamberofcommerce.org. Dec. 17-23 — Santa at the Wauseon Depot. Weekends: 2:304 p.m., weekdays: 6:30-8 p.m., Wauseon Depot, 225 Depot St., Wauseon. Dec. 18-22 — Christmas Railroad Express Party, 5:30 p.m. (reservation for groups of 8 or more only). Wear your favorite pajamas, play games with the conductor, watch model trains, and enjoy hot cocoa and cookies in a real caboose before visiting with Santa. Time for gift exchange allowed. $8 per guest. Wauseon Depot, 225 Depot St., Wauseon. (419) 337-7922 or www.fultoncountyhs.org.
FEBRUARY
Feb. 17 — Frozen in Time, 1-5 p.m., winter on the farm at Sauder Village, Archbold. Take a nature walk, meet some farm friends and enjoy other frozen-themed activities like sleigh rides,
sledding and an opportunity to learn about ice-harvesting. Indoor activities include parlor games, popcorn popping, a snowman craft and more. All activities are weather permitting, so call or visit the website. www.saudervillage.org or (800) 590-9755.
MARCH
March 4 — Bridal Show, noon-4 p.m., Sauder Village, Archbold. Visit with wedding professionals showcasing every resource a bride will need, from the wedding dress and flowers to decorations, food and photos. www.saudervillage.org or (800) 590-9755. March 8 — Toledo Symphony Concert, 7:30 p.m., Sauder Village, Archbold. The Toledo Symphony will perform in Founder's Hall. The Black Swamp Arts Council is partnering with Sauder Village to co-host the performance. All seats are reserved; tickets will go on sale in late January at the Sauder Village Welcome Center. www.saudervillage.org or (800) 590-9755.
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Corner Quilts and Gifts, 14707 CR J, Wauseon — (419) 3378458. Fulton County Historical Museum, 229 Monroe St., Wauseon — Features 16 rooms with displays from 1850 to 1950. Open AprilOctober. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday; 1:30-4:30 p.m. Sunday. Tours by appointment. Closed holidays. (419) 3377922. Goll Woods State Nature Preserve, from Sauder Farm and Craft Village, turn right on SR 66 one mile. Turn left on CR for three miles. Turn left on TR 26 — Open year around dawn to dusk for cross-country skiing and hiking. Old-growth woods with 200- to 400-year-old oak trees. Spring wildflowers. (419) 445-1775. Historic Blacksmith Shop and Log Cabin, fairgrounds, Wauseon — Open during the Fulton County Fair for other special events at the fairgrounds. Tours by appointment. (419) 337-7922. Historic Railroad Depot, Depot Street, Wauseon — Open 6-9 p.m. Tuesdays May-August. Other tours available by appointment. (419) 335-0406 or (419) 875-6892. Oakshade Raceways, 13279 CR M — Auto racing every Friday and Saturday. Gates open 4 p.m. Racing 7 p.m. during summer months. (419) 337-6850. Sauder Village, Ohio Turnpike at exit 25, Archbold — Working craftspeople, farm, home and barnyard complete with livestock, restaurant, inn, campground, bakery, exhibit hall, special events. Open daily late April-October, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday, noon-4 p.m. Sunday. (800) 590-9755.
Hancock County DECEMBER
Dec. 9-10, 14-16 — “The Farndale Avenue Housing Estate Townswomenʼs Guild Dramatic Societyʼs Production of ʻA Christmas Carolʼ,” 8 p.m., 5 p.m. Sunday, Fort Findlay Playhouse, 300 W. Sandusky St., Findlay. The ladies of the Farndale Avenue Housing Estate Townswomenʼs Guild Dramatic Society mount another assault on the classics, as they enthusiastically portray a dizzy array of characters from the Dickensian favorite (and a few who arenʼt), engineer some novel audience participation while bravely contending with an intrusive PA system. Fort Findlay Playhouse (567) 525-3636 or www.tickets.fortfindlayplayhouse.org. Dec. 9 — Victorian Christmas Dinner, 6:30-9 p.m., Hancock Historical Museum, 422 W. Sandusky St., Findlay. The Victorian Ladies see to every detail: from the period decorations, to serving the four-course meal. Carolers and instrumentalists entertain guests throughout the evening. Hancock Historical Museum (419) 423-4433 or www.hancockhistoricalmuseum.org. Dec. 10 — Band Concert: “Wassail! An Olde English Christmas,” 3-5 p.m., Marathon Center for the Performing Arts, 200 W. Main Cross St., Findlay. Free, does not require a ticket. The Uni-
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versity of Findlay Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble will join to perform a variety of well-known holiday songs from the British Isles, including “I Saw Three Ships,” “Westminster Carol (Angels We Have Heard on High)” and others. The featured soloist for the concert will be Alison Morey, a senior pre-vet medicine major from Marietta. University of Findlay (800) 472-9502 or www.findlay.edu.
JANUARY
Jan. 7 — Funday Sunday: “Digging for Dinos,” 1:30-3:30 p.m., The Mazza Museum, 201 College St., Findlay. Free. Activities, games and story time around a theme. This monthʼs is “Digging for Dinos.” (419) 434-4560 OR www.mazzamuseum.org. Jan. 14 — Hilton Garden Inn Bridal Showcase, 1-4 p.m., Hilton Garden Inn, 1050 Interstate Drive, Findlay. The inn will be hosting a number of Findlay vendors to showcase the venue. Free. (567) 250-2525 Jan. 15 — Martin Luther King Jr. Program and Unity Walk, 6-8 p.m., Church of the Living God, 701 N. Main St., Findlay. (419) 306-6334. Continued on next page
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Jan. 27 — Fire & Ice Gala, 6-9 p.m., Marathon Center for the Performing Arts, 200 W. Main Cross St., Findlay. $45. Camp Fire of Northwest Ohioʼs inaugural gala. Entertainment by Cutting Edge Dueling Pianos. The Bistro and Buggy Whip Bakery will provide “Fire & Ice” themed foods and sweet treats. Also, winter buggy rides in downtown Findlay, or join Bourbon Affair in the private bourbon room, specialty ticket required. The evening will be topped off with auctions, with prizes ranging from beautiful baskets to a “Fire & Ice” themed vacation package. (419) 422-5415 or www.campfirenwohio.com. Jan. 29 — Brugeman Lodge Open House, 6-8 p.m., Riverbend Park, 9250 TR 208, Findlay. Free. A park ranger will be available at each open house to people to view, inspect and ask questions regarding the facility. Reservations or available dates are not provided at the open house. Hancock Park District (419) 4257275, hpdparks@hancockparks.com or www.hancockparks.com. Jan. 30 — Activity Barn Open House, 6-8 p.m., Litzenberg Memorial Woods, 6100 US 224 W., Findlay. A park ranger will be available at each open house to people to view, inspect and ask questions regarding the facility. Reservations or available dates are not provided at the open house. Hancock Park District (419) 4257275, hpdparks@hancockparks.com or www.hancockparks.com.
FEBRUARY
Feb. 4 — Funday Sunday: “Mad Hatter,” 1:30-3:30 p.m., The Mazza Museum, 201 College St., Findlay. Free. Activities, games and story time around a theme. This monthʼs is “Mad Hatter.” (419) 434-4560 or www.mazzamuseum.org. Feb. 5 — Yamato: The Drummers of Japan, 7:30 p.m., Marathon Center for the Performing Arts, 200 W. Main Cross St., Findlay, $27. The acclaimed performances of Japanese Taiko drumming and music have captivated audiences of more than 6 million people in 53 countries across the globe. In this new show, the drummers of Yamato challenge and push themselves to new limits. (419) 423-2787 or www.marathoncenterarts.org. Feb. 17 — Winter Blues Festival, 5-11:30 p.m., Alexandriaʼs, 132 E. Crawford St., Findlay. (419) 424-5750. Feb. 23-25 — “Funny Girl,” 7 p.m., 2 p.m. Sunday, University of Findlay. Featuring some of the most iconic songs in film and theater history, including “People,” “Donʼt Rain On My Parade” and “The Music That Makes Me Dance,” this musical classical tells the bittersweet story of Fanny Brice, whose vocal talents and comedic ability saw her rise from Brooklyn music hall singer to Broadway star, and her tempestuous relationship with gambler Nicky Arnstein. (800) 472-9502 or www.findlay.edu. Feb. 23-25, March 1-3 — “Lend Me a Tenor,” 8 p.m., 5 p.m. Sunday, Fort Findlay Playhouse, 300 W. Sandusky St., Findlay. Saunders, the general manager of the Cleveland Grand Opera Company, is primed to welcome world famous Tito Morelli, Il Stupendo, the greatest tenor of his generation, to appear for one night only as Otello. The star arrives late and, through a hilarious series of mishaps, is given a double dose of tranquilizers and passes out. His pulse is so low that Saunders and his assistant Max believe heʼs dead. In a frantic attempt to salvage the evening, Saunders persuades Max to get into Morelliʼs Otello costume and fool the audience into thinking heʼs Il Stupendo. Max succeeds admirably, but Morelli comes to and gets into his other costume ready to perform. Now two Otellos are running around in costume and two women are running around in lingerie, each thinking she is with Il Stupendo. (567) 525-3636 or www.tickets.fortfindlayplayhouse.org.
(for which he received Tony and other critics circle award nominations), jukebox-musical hero Jarrod Spector heads back to the stage with an autobiographical set of pop and Broadway favorites. (419) 423-2787 or www.marathoncenterarts.org.
ATTRACTIONS
Black Heritage Library and Multicultural Center, 817 Harmon St., Findlay — A multicultural lending library and teaching museum with art and artifacts from more than 50 countries. It features the Black Wings Exhibit from the Smithsonian, featuring AfricanAmerican Aviators from early pioneers to the World War II Red Tails/Tuskegee Airmen, to the space shuttle program. (419) 4234954 for tours, special programming and library/museum hours. Bluffton College Nature Preserve — Call for programs. (419) 358-3241. Disc Golf Course, 16618 TR 208, Findlay — Located throughout Riverbend and begins near shelter 3. Maps and scorecards available. Eagle Creek Skatepark, 526 Hancock St., Findlay — Ramps, half pipes and other challenges. English Equestrian Farm at the James L. Child Jr. Equestrian Complex, 11178 TR 201, Findlay, The University of Findlay — Features 200-300 horses. Tours feature facilities, students and teachers at work. (419) 434-4859. The Dewald Funk House — A form of Greek Revival architecture once typical of the countyʼs farm houses. It has been restored and furnished with antiques. (419) 422-2895 or (419) 422-2826. Indian Trail Caverns, SR 568, Findlay — More than 10,000 specimens and artifacts from the last glacial coverage in the region have yielded insight into the extinction of certain mammals at the time of the last ice age. Continued on next page
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March 4 — Funday Sunday: “Under the Sea,” 1:30-3:30 p.m., The Mazza Museum, 201 College St., Findlay. Free. Activities, games and story time around a theme. This monthʼs is “Under the Sea.” (419) 434-4560 or www.mazzamuseum.org. March 9 — Jarrod Spector, 7:30-10 p.m., Marathon Center for the Performing Arts, 200 W. Main Cross St., Findlay. $30-$70. After playing high-flying tenor Frankie Valli in “Jersey Boys” for six years and songwriter Barry Mann in “Beautiful: The Carole King Musical”
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Jeffrey's Antique Gallery, 11326 CR 99, Findlay — Northwest Ohio's largest antique shop, featuring 250 high-quality dealers specializing in yesterday's treasures. Located off I-75, exit 161. Little Red Schoolhouse, CR 236 and SR 568 — Restored one-room schoolhouse. 1-4 p.m. Sunday. (419) 423-4433. Litzenberg Memorial Woods, US 224 five miles west of Findlay — Historic farm, trails, activities scheduled. Call Hancock Park District, (419) 425-7275. The Log House — Restored pioneer cabin. Tours by appointment. (419) 423-4433 for appointment. Mazza Museum of International Art from Picture Books, Virginia B. Gardner Fine Arts Pavilion, 1000 N. Main St., The University of Findlay — The world's first and largest teaching museum devoted to literacy and the art of children's picture books, with more than 4,000 original artworks. Free. Noon-5 p.m. Wednesday-Friday, 1-4 p.m. Sunday. Tours by appointment. (419) 434-5521. Northwest Ohio Railroad Preservation Inc., 12505 CR 99, Findlay — Take a ride on Engine 901, a quarter-scale coal-burning steam-powered 2-6-2 prairie style locomotive. Built in the late
1940s and used in Benton Harbor, Mich., until 1970, this renovated train is available for rides on weekends April through December. Also see a 19th century wooden boxcar, a 1920s B&O caboose and a 1950s Plymouth switcher. Railroad museum coming soon. Oakwoods Nature Preserve, southwest of Findlay — Discovery Center with scheduled activities, trails, fishing lake. Call Hancock Park District, (419) 425-7275. Riverbend Recreation Area, five miles east of Findlay off SR 568 — Interpretive panel center, trails, camping, fishing lake, family activities scheduled. Call Hancock Park District, (419) 425-7275. Tell Taylor Memorial, Riverside Park, Findlay — Three boulders form the monument. Smaller stones leading to the center tell the story of Tell Taylorʼs life. Open year-round during park hours. Van Buren State Park, 12259 TR 218, Van Buren — Camping, picnicking, fishing, trails, disc golf. (419) 832-7662. Western Equestrian Farm at the Center for Equestrian and Pre-Veterinary Studies and Animal Sciences Center, The University of Findlay, 14700 US 68, Findlay — The 150-acre campus has more than 300 horse stalls, three indoor arenas and an outdoor sand ring. The Beckett Animal Science Building houses classrooms and farm animals. (419) 434-4656 for tour information.
Hardin County DECEMBER
Dec. 8-10 — “Miracle on 34th Street,” radio play, Hardin County Players, Kenton. 7 p.m., 2 p.m. Sunday, Forbing Community Centre, 122 Main St., Kenton. www.hcplayers.org. Dec. 10 — "Gaudete: The It's Not Quite Christmas Yet" concert, celebrating 90 years of music at Ohio Northern University, 46 p.m., Freed Center: Biggs Theatre, ONU, Ada. The wind orchestra and symphony orchestra perform together. The symphony will play Shostakovichʼs “Festive Overture,” music from “Mission Impossible,” Pucciniʼs “Capriccio Sinfonico” and “Suburban Grooves” by Ohio composer Clint Needham. Noah Walter, a winner of the concerto competition, will perform the first movement of Saint-Saënsʼ “Piano Concerto No. 2 in G minor.” Walter is a junior music performance major from Findlay. $20 adults, $10 seniors, $5 students/children. www.onu.edu/freed.
FEBRUARY
Feb. 3-4 — Choreographersʼ Showcase, 7:30 p.m., 2 p.m. Sunday, Freed Centerʼs Biggs Theatre, Ohio Northern University, Ada. The Showcase spring dance performance is presented by ONU students and faculty. $20 adults, $10 seniors, $5 students/children. Tickets go on sale Jan. 3. A post-show discussion will take place Sunday, free and open to the public. The discussion will feature the artistic staff and cast of the production sharing their experiences and responding to questions and comments from audience members. www.onu.edu/freed. Feb. 3 — Wilson Football Tailgating Party, 4-11:45 p.m., Ada Train Depot, 9 Central Ave., Ada. Since the 1950s, Wilson has been making footballs for the NFL and the NCAA in Ada. On the eve of Super Bowl LI, the Ada Area Chamber of Commerce will host an evening of football-themed games and a public tailgating party at its historic train depot. A giant Wilson football drop at midnight will usher in Super Bowl Sunday. Wilson footballs, including an official Super Bowl LI football, will be raffled throughout the evening. A free football-themed movie at the Ada Theater and analysis of the game by local coaches, are among the evening's events. (419) 558-1071. Feb. 22-25 — “The Wolves,” 7:30 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, 2 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, Freed Centerʼs Biggs Theatre, Ohio Northern University, Ada. Play features a girlʼs indoor soccer team and offers a window into the world of adolescent female relationships. Nine girl warriors fiercely grapple with one another over issues great and small in a series of scenes that occur during pre-game
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warm ups. $20 adults, $10 seniors, $5 students/children. Tickets go on sale Jan. 22. A post-show discussion will take place following the performance Sunday, free and open to the public. The discussion will feature the artistic staff and cast of the production sharing their experiences and responding to questions and comments from audience members. www.onu.edu/freed. Feb. 25 — Ohio Northern Symphony: “Black History and Brahms,” 7 p.m., Freed Centerʼs Biggs Theatre, Ohio Northern University, Ada. In recognition of Black History Month, the Ohio Northern Symphony will present William Grant Stillʼs “Symphony No. 1: the Afro American Symphony,” and “The Passion of John Brown” by Ohio composer Jesse Ayers. Ayers was the winner of the inaugural American Prize for Orchestral Composition in 2011 and was named an “Honored Artist” of the American Prize in 2014. Since 1997, Ayers has served on the music faculty of Malone University. The program features guest violinist Stanislav Pronin on Brahmsʼ “Violin Concerto in D Major.” A violinist and composer, Pronin was born in Moscow and began his violin studies upon his immigration to Israel at the age of 8. Proninʼs professional career began following his solo debut in Israel at the age of 10. He has performed as soloist and chamber musician at many festivals and venues. $20 adults, $10 seniors, $5 students/children. www.onu.edu/freed.
MARCH
March 1 — ONU Wind Orchestra, 7:30 p.m., Freed Centerʼs Biggs Theatre, Ohio Northern University, Ada. In May 2017, the group traveled to Europe for a concert tour, which included concerts in Germany and Luxembourg. $20 adults, $10 seniors, $5 students/children. www.onu.edu/freed.
ATTRACTIONS
Ada Depot, off Main Street, Ada — Placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1998, the two-story, stick-style depot was built in 1887, departing from the standard railroad depot plans. The unique building is larger than most small-town stations and features a second-story telegrapher's office. The outside can be seen anytime. For inside tours, call (419) 634-4045. Agricultural Museum and Village, east of fairgrounds on CR 140, Kenton — A turn-of-the-century farmstead that showcases antique farm implements. Pioneer architecture highlighted by the Stadt log house and the Dunkirk jail. Open by appointment. Free. (419) 673-7147. Continued on next page
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Beech Grove School, east of fairgrounds on CR 140, Kenton — One of the few remaining examples of scholastic wood frame architecture in Ohio. Building evokes the bygone days of the oneroom school house. Open to groups by appointment. Call (419) 673-7147. Courthouse, North Main Street, Kenton — One of the largest courthouses built in Ohio 1913-15, the building is in on the National Register of Historic Places. The three-story building features a barrel-vaulted skylight containing more than 1,000 square feet of leaded stained glass. Tours by appointment. (419) 674-2205. Fort McArthur and Cemetery, CR 106 and TR 125 — Named for commander Col. Duncan McArthur, this garrison along the Scioto River supplied American troops during the War of 1812. Fort McArthur Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution restored the graveyard and site of the fort in 1912. Gene Autry Mural Park, corner of Franklin and Market streets, downtown Kenton — The mural commemorates Gene Autry's visit to Kenton and his appearances, with his horse Champion, at the Kenton Theatre Aug. 8, 1938. The mural also portrays the connection to and the importance of the Kenton Hardware Co., home of the Gene Autry repeating cap pistol and Kenton Toys. Hardin County Historical Museum Inc., 223 N. Main St., Kenton — The mansion was built in 1896 for saddler and banker Daniel Sullivan and his wife, Louella Mohr. It houses collections of Kenton notables, Native American items and is home to Jacob Parrott Medal of Honor memorabilia. Open 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Tuesday-Friday or by appointment. (419) 673-7147 or www.hardinmuseums.org. Lawrence Woods State Nature Preserve, four miles south of Kenton — From SR 31, turn right on SR 292 and then west on CR 190. The 1,059-acre forest is the largest known mature forest in the region. It is home to a number of rare plants and animals, as well as large specimens of oaks, hickories, maples and other tree species and spring wildflowers. Mt. Victory Antique Shops, on and near SR 31 in the village — There are 15 old-fashioned emporiums. Open Saturday and Sunday and limited hours on weekdays. (937) 354-9947 or (937) 354-5531. Ohio Northern University, Ada — The nearly 342-acre university has more than 3,500 students in five colleges, Arts and Sciences, Business, Engineering, Pharmacy and Law. The Freed Center for the Performing Arts offers world-class performances. ONU competes in the NCAA Division III-Ohio Athletic Conference in 21 varsity sports. The Inn at Ohio Northern University offers more than 70 deluxe guest rooms, luxurious amenities and more than 3,000 square feet of flexible meeting spaces. (419) 772-2000. Old-Order Amish Country, between SR 309 and 31 southeast of Kenton and north of Mt. Victory — Self-guided driving tour through Amish Country, featuring handcrafted and homemade products at home-based stores. No Sunday sales. Pfeiffer Station General Store, 19950 CR 144, Kenton —
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Once a stage-coach stop, the store still handles bulk grocery provisions. It also features a craft room filled with Amish handmade wares and hand-dipped ice cream. Open 7:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m. Monday-Friday, noon-5 p.m. Sunday. Give advance notice for groups of 15 or more. (419) 674-4103. Pierstorf Family Pharmacy Museum, on the campus of Ohio Northern University, Ada, inside the Raabe College of Pharmacy on Gilbert Street. — The store is like a step back in time, displaying ancient bottles that once held medicine, pestles that were awarded to pharmacists and a prescription cabinet that helped mothers administer prescriptions at home. For tours, contact (419) 772-2302. Ravenhurst Champagne Cellars, corner of Union and Hardin counties, CR 342 and 343, off SR 31 — The small vineyard and winery has received awards for its Ravenhurst Champagne, La Terre Riche Champagne, Busch-Harris Handcrafted Wines and Les Corbeaux. For tour schedule or appointment, call (937) 3545151 or (937) 982-9220 or e-mail raven_ink@hotmail.com. Sandusky Trail and Shawnee Ford, CR 265 — Follows an old Indian thoroughfare toward Upper Sandusky. Today, the area is the heart of a large Amish community. Scioto River Marsh, southwest Hardin County — The upper Scioto valley provided Hardin County's earliest inhabitants, the Paleo clan, with bountiful hunting grounds. The mound builders left traces of great earthworks along its banks. The Scioto River Marsh was once known as the "Onion Capital of the World," and a refuge for passenger pigeons, mastodons and a legendary giant snake. Today many people love to go canoeing along the Scioto River and observe wildflowers, raccoons, frogs, birds and other wildlife. Wilson Sporting Goods Co., 217 N. Liberty St., Ada — Started in 1913, the company is one of the leading manufacturers of sports equipment. The plant makes leather footballs for the NFL, NCAA, Arena Football, the CFL, high schools and youth leagues. NFL footballs have been made there since 1941. Only a select number of dates are available for tours. To schedule, call (419) 634-9901.
On average 8 people a day die from unintentional drug overdose. To prevent this from happening to someone you know call Kenton Hardin Health Department for more information or to obtain a Project Dawn Narcan Kit.
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Antique & Craft Shops 10+ Shops most within walking distance! Some shops open Wed.-Sun.; all open Fri.-Sun.
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Henry County DECEMBER
Dec. 9 — Christmas at the Log House, 1-8 p.m. The Henry County Historical Society opens the 1860s log house at the Henry County Fairgrounds so visitors can experience Christmas during the American Civil War. Take part in hanging a period ornament on the live Christmas tree, sampling selections from a traditional dinner and warming up by our roaring fire. Tours will be available throughout the day guided by period interpreters. Gift shop will be available with handmade items. Dec. 9-10 — Henry County Historical Society Victorian Christmas Open House, 1-8 p.m. Saturday, 1-4 p.m. Sunday, Bloomfield Home Museum, 229 W. Clinton St., Napoleon. Celebrate the holidays of today by remembering the beautiful times past. www.henrycountyhistory.org or (419) 592-8006.
ATTRACTIONS
Bartlow Township Historical Society Museum, 115 W. Main St., Deshler. Hamler Heritage Society Town Hall Museum, SR 109 and Marion Street, Hamler. Harley-Davidson of Napoleon, just off SR 24 at 862 American Road, Napoleon — The oldest Harley-Davidson dealership in Northwest Ohio features a museum to display its history. (419) 5927123 or www.h-dsales.com. Henry County Courthouse, 660 N. Perry St., Napoleon — Completed in 1882 and renovated in 1998. Courthouse Tower is 160 feet topped by a Goddess of Justice statue 15 feet tall. Call Napoleon/Henry County Chamber of Commerce, 611 N. Perry St., at (419) 592-1786 for tours. Dr. John Bloomfield Home and Carriage House museums,
plus restored historic buildings, Henry County Historical Society. Two locations with different architecture and atmosphere. The 1879 Victorian Dr. John Bloomfield Home and Carriage House is at the corner of West Clinton and Webster streets in downtown Napoleon. The Carriage House was restored to its original design in 2009 and is housing many artifacts, including a general store, a restored chandelier from the Henry County courthouse and a surrey. The home and carriage house are open 2-4 p.m. Sundays, May-September, or by appointment. The Henry County Fairgrounds location features the 1860s Vajen-Harmon cabin, the 1897 Immanuel Lutheran one-room schoolhouse and a mini-agricultural museum. They are open during the Henry County Fair and for other special events. Group tours can be arranged by appointment. www.henrycountyhistory.org or (419) 592-8006. Liberty Center Historical Society Depot Museum, 106 N. Damascus St., Liberty Center. Mary Jane Thurston State Park, 1466 SR 65, McClure — Takes advantage of the Maumee River that winds through Henry County. The Maumee offers more than 20 miles of waterway for recreational activities. Mary Jane Thurston offers camping, boating, fishing and hunting, trails, educational programs and facilities for day-use or overnight. (419) 832-7662 or www.dnr.state.oh.us/parks/mjthurstn/tabid/768/Default.aspx. Maumee State Forest, 3390 CR D, Swanton — Part of the larger Oak Openings Region. The Nature Conservancy has named the area one of “Americaʼs Last Great Places.” The forest hosts many rare plant and animal species and rare habitats left after the Ice Age. (419) 822-3052 or www.ohiodnr.com/forests/maumee/tabid/5159/Default.aspx. ProTeam Classic Corvette Collection and Sales, 1410 N. Scott St., Napoleon — Five buildings house more than 60,000 square feet of classic Corvettes, primarily 1953 to 1973. Many historically significant and one-of-a-kind cars. (419) 592-5086 or www.proteamcorvette.com.
Huron County DECEMBER
Dec. 9, 14 — Candlelight Tours with Father Christmas, 4-8 p.m., Historic Lyme Village, 5001 SR 4, Bellevue. www.lymevillage.org or (419) 483-4949. Dec. 10 — Christmas Glorious, 3-4 p.m., St. Mary's Church, 38 W. League St., Norwalk, featuring the Walsh University Concert Choir. Tickets $12. Dec. 21-23 — “The Farndale Avenue Housing Estate Townswomenʼs Guild Dramatic Societyʼs Production of ʻA Christmas Carolʼ,” 7:30 p.m. all days, plus 2:30 p.m. Sunday, The Hirt Theater, 205 Maple St., Bellevue. The ladies of the Farndale Avenue Housing Estate Townswomenʼs Guild Dramatic Society mount an assault on “A Christmas Carol.” They enthusiastically portray a dizzy array of characters from the Dickensian favorite (and a few which arenʼt), engineer some novel audience participation while bravely contending with an intrusive PA system. Bellevue Society for the Arts. www.bellevuearts.net. Dec. 27 — A Taste of Christmas, 1-8 p.m., Historic Lyme Village, 5001 SR 4, Bellevue. www.lymevillage.org or (419) 483-4949. Dec. 31 — Family First Night, 5 p.m.-1 a.m., Ernsthausen Recreation Center, 100 Republic St., Norwalk. Family-friendly event for all ages. www.norwalkrec.com. Dec. 31 — New Year's Eve Celebration at Six, 4-7 p.m., Historic Lyme Village, 5001 SR 4, Bellevue. www.lymevillage.org or (419) 483-4949.
JANUARY
Jan. 26-28, Feb. 2-4 — “The Pirates of Penzance,” 7:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m. Sunday, The Hirt Theater, 205 Maple St., Bellevue. Gilbert and Sullivanʼs farce follows young Frederic, an orphan who has mistakenly been apprenticed to an ineffectual but raucous band of pirates. He disavows the piratesʼ way of life and falls for the
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beautiful Mabel. Fredericʼs melodious tones win over the heart of Major-General Stanleyʼs songbird daughter, but when the Pirate King discovers that General Stanley has lied about being an orphan to keep the pirates from stealing all of his belongings and carrying off his bevy of beautiful daughters, an “ingenious paradox” may prevent the budding romance and lead to the death of “The very model of a modern Major-General.” www.bellevuearts.net.
FEBRUARY
Feb. 10 — Un-Valentine Day Tea Party, Historic Lyme Village, 5001 SR 4, Bellevue. www.lymevillage.org or (419) 483-4949.
MARCH
March 9-10 — March Murder Mystery, Historic Lyme Village, 5001 SR 4, Bellevue. www.lymevillage.org or (419) 483-4949. March 9-11, 17-18 — “Annie,” a Tween Theatre presentation, The Hirt Theater, 205 Maple St., Bellevue. The irrepressible comic strip heroine takes center stage. Based on the popular comic strip by Harold Gray, “Annie” was the winner of seven Tony Awards. Bellevue Society for the Artsʼ Tween Theatre is open to children ages 10-15. www.bellevuearts.net.
ATTRACTIONS
Firelands Historical Society Museum & Laning-Young Research Center, Norwalk — Museum in 1835 house. Open 10 a.m.3 p.m. daily and noon-4 p.m. Sunday June-August, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday and noon-4 p.m. Sunday May, September, October. (614) 668-6038.
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Historic Lyme Village, 5001 SR 4 (four miles south of Ohio Turnpike exit 110), Bellevue — The 16 buildings of the village depict life in the Firelands in the 1800s. Included are an 1880s Victorian mansion, an 1836 farm house used as a stop on the Underground Railroad, log homes and more. Also, the National Postmark Museum, the Schug Hardware Museum and a gift shop. Open June-August: 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday; 1-4 p.m. Sunday; Sundays only in September. Admission. (419) 483-4949 or www.lyme- village.com. Northern Ohio Antique Mall, 22 E. Main St., Norwalk — Antiques and collectibles in 11,000 square feet and 50 booths. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Saturday (closed Wednesday), noon-6 p.m. Sunday. (419) 660-8686.
Summit Racing Equipment and Motorsports Park, Norwalk — Home of many local and national automotive competitions. AprilOctober. (419) 668-5555. Plymouth Area Museum, Plymouth — Information on the first 1910 Plymouth car and the Silver King tractor. Open 1-5 p.m. Wednesday-Friday Memorial Day-Labor Day and seasonal hours Thanksgiving-Christmas. Other times by appointment. (419) 6875411. Vermilion River State Nature Preserve, one mile north of Wakeman on West River Road — Visitor permit required from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Natural Areas and Preserves. Scenic natural area with large section of the Vermilion River Gorge. Spring wildflowers. Willard Area Historical Society & Railroad Museum, South Main Street, Willard — Railroad memorabilia. Open 1-4 p.m. Sunday. (419) 935-0954.
Logan County DECEMBER
Dec. 8-9 — Country Christmas, Marmon Valley Farm, 7754 SR 292 S., Zanesfield. A unique hayride tour that brings visitors right into the story of Jesusʼ birth. You'll be there when Mary and Joseph travel to Bethlehem in search of an inn and when lonely shepherds receive the good news of the birth of Christ. Experience the manger first-hand, complete with live animals. You'll be reminded about the gift of God in sending Christ to be the savior of the world. The wagon tour is a 45-minute production that includes five mini dramas depicting events recorded in the Bible about the birth of Christ. Warm up afterward with cookies and hot chocolate as you enjoy live music and activities. Children will enjoy petting animals and pony rides. You can pick out a Christmas tree to take home. Tours begin at 6:30 p.m. Fridays and 5 p.m. Saturdays; they leave every 15 minutes. Walk-ins will be accommodated if there are openings on scheduled tours. To guarantee a spot, call to reserve tickets. Tours run in virtually all weather conditions. Wagons are covered to provide protection from rain or snow. Marmon Valley Farm (937) 593-8000. Advanced sales, $8 person, close at 2 p.m. the day of the event. Tickets at the door are $2 more per person. Dec. 9-10 — Christmas at the History Center, 1-5 p.m., 521 E. Columbus Ave., Bellefontaine, The Logan County History Center is beautifully decorated for the holidays. Vote for your favorite trees and room. About 30 hallway trees and 12 Orr Mansion rooms are decorated by area groups, organizations and students. Also, free family craft activities, free punch and cookies, gift shop sale, live musical entertainment and free admission and parking. (937) 593-7557. Dec. 17 — The Dublin Silver Band, The Holland Theatre, Bellefontaine, 3 p.m. The Dublin Silver band, a 32-member British style brass band, came into existence in 2008. The group was assembled with the express purpose of competing in the U.S. Open Brass Band Championships, and continues the tradition of contesting. The band members want to put Dublin, Ohio, on the international musical map through innovative performances, both locally and in other parts of North America. The Holland Theatre, 127 E. Columbus Ave., Bellefontaine. (937) 592-9002. Dec. 30 — Louie Vito Rail Jam, 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Mad River Mountain, 1000 Snow Valley Road, Zanesfield. Admission free. Featuring Mad River's hometown hero, Olympic and X-Games star Louie Vito. The day kicks off with head-to-head competition on the slopes in a rail jam, with categories for all ages groups. Register with a food item or monetary donation for local charities, plus get in the running for the largest prize giveaway of the season. Head inside to get your gear signed by Vito. Live music in the evening. www.skimadriver.com.
JANUARY
Jan. 13 — “Freedom Riders,” by Mad River Theatre Works, The Holland Theatre, 127 E. Columbus Ave., Bellefontaine, 7:30
p.m. “Freedom Riders” is the latest edition of American history plays by Mad River Theatre Works. With original songs and music, it explores the courageous personalities behind one of the most critical chapters in the history of the civil rights movement. It demonstrates how non-violent protests were used to focus attention on the cruelties of segregation. Set in 1961, 15 years after the United States Supreme Court had outlawed segregation, bus lines and cities throughout the South still enforced a rigid system of separating black and white citizens. The Holland Theatre (937) 5929002. Jan. 15 — Family Festival No. 1, all day, Mad River Mountain, 1000 Snow Valley Road, Zanesfield. Fun attractions will be available all day throughout the resort, including a snowman build park, balloons by Michigan stiltwalker Neil Sauter, LL Bean Boot Mobile and a special appearance by animals from The Columbus Zoo & Aquarium. Free s'mores around the firepit and ice cream courtesy of the Sunny 95 Ice Cream Truck. Thereʼll be a giant snow pile to play on in the base area. www.skimadriver.com.
FEBRUARY
Feb. 11 — Pretty in Pink, all day, Mad River Mountain, 1000 Snow Valley Road, Zanesfield. Charity event to raise money for breast cancer awareness, and specifically to benefit charities such as the Stefanie Spielman Fund for Breast Cancer Research at The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center - Arthur G. James Cancer Center and Richard J. Solove Research Institute. $1 from every lift ticket will be donated to the cause. Thereʼll be a giant slalom fun race that is open to skiers and riders of all ages and abilities. Participate in the activities with a donation of $10 and receive a goodie bag filled with support items and raffle tickets. Also, a prize raffle and live music. www.skimadriver.com.
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ATTRACTIONS
Feb. 16-18 — “High School Musical Jr.,” 7:30 p.m., 2 p.m. Sunday, The Holland Theatre, 127 E. Columbus Ave., Bellefontaine. Windmill Productions presents the stage version of the Disney Channel's hit movie. Troy, Gabriella and the students of East High School must deal with issues of love, friends and family, while balancing their extra classes and extracurricular activities. The Holland Theatre (937) 592-9002 or www.thehollandtheatre.org. Feb. 19 — Family Fest No. 2, all day, Mad River Mountain, 1000 Snow Valley Road, Zanesfield. Fun attractions will be available all day throughout the resort, including a snowman build park, balloons by Michigan stiltwalker Neil Sauter, LL Bean Boot Mobile and a special appearance by animals from The Columbus Zoo & Aquarium. Free s'mores around the firepit and ice cream courtesy of the Sunny 95 Ice Cream Truck. Thereʼll be a giant snow pile to play on in the base area. www.skimadriver.com.
MARCH
March 2-4 — Indian Lake Boat Show Weekend. www.indianlakeboatshow.com. The Indian Lake Area Chamber of Commerce and the Indian Lake Marine Dealers Association sponsor the show, which attracts thousands to the area. Snacks and prizes are available throughout the weekend. Boating fans can view a large variety new boats available from dealers at Indian Lake, including Bud's Marine, Indian Lake Marine and Spend-A-Day Marina. Contact: Monica Reed-Hurst (937) 843-3036. Free.
March 3 — Transit Authority, 7:30 p.m., The Holland Theatre, 127 E. Columbus Ave., Bellefontaine. Since performing its first shows in the spring of 2004, Transit Authority has become known as a premier tribute band to the iconic group, Chicago. The eightmember ensemble creates a musical salute to the horn-driven rock band. It performs hits such as "Does Anybody Really Know What Time It Is?", "Hard Habit to Break," "Make Me Smile," "Old Days," "Just You N' Me," "Beginnings" and "Wake Up Sunshine." The Holland Theatre (937) 592-9002 or www.thehollandtheatre.org.
Indian Lake State Park — 5,800 acres of water, camping. Logan County Historical Society, 521 E. Columbus Ave., Bellefontaine — Built in 1906 by a local lumber baron and converted into the countyʼs museum. Greek design and colonnades support porch and portico. Archives, diverse collection of military, education, medical and other artifacts. Open 1-4 p.m. Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday May-October, 1-4 p.m. Sunday in November. (937) 593-7557. Mad River Mountain Ski Resort, off US 33 east of Bellefontaine — Ohioʼs largest snowmaking system. Skiing, riding or tubing all season. (800) 231-SNOW. Marieʼs Candies, 311 Zanesfield Road, West Liberty — In 1941 Winfred King was struck with polio and his wife Marie used her candy-making abilities as a thank you to the community. In 1956, Marieʼs Candies opened its doors. Now in its third generation, the family business still uses original recipes. (937) 465-3061 Marmon Valley Farm, 7754 SR 292, Zanesfield — English and Western horseback riding, 450 acres of fields, woods, hills and streams. Christian conference and retreat center. Open year-round. (937) 593-8000. Owens/Liberty Fen State Nature Preserve, west of West Liberty in Liberty Township. Visitor permit required from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Natural Areas and Preserves. One of the best prairie fens in Ohio with a diversity of prairie and Atlantic coastal plain species. (513) 663-4197. Piatt Castles, off SR 287 east of West Liberty — Castles MacA-Cheek and Mac-O-Chee, two European-style chateaus constructed before 1900 by prominent brothers who grew up in the area. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Tours available daily noon-4 p.m. April-Memorial Day weekend; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Memorial Day-Labor Day; noon-4 p.m. Labor Day-October; Christmas program Thanksgiving through New Year. (937) 465-2821. (937) 465-2821. Shadybowl Speedway, outside DeGraff just off SR 245 — The ʻʻWorldʼs Fastest 3/10 Mile Asphalt Oval.ʼʼ Races Saturday nights through the racing season. Gates open 5 p.m. (937) 585-9456. Zane Shawnee Caverns — A maze of chambers and corridors hewn by nature over thousands of years, made from dripping, mineral-laden water. Open 10 a.m.-6 p.m. seven days a week. Open by appointment only January-February. (937) 592-9592.
Lucas County DECEMBER
Dec. 9-10 — “The Nutcracker,” Stranahan Great Hall, 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd., Toledo. www.facebook.com/events/129863097664780/. Toledo Balletʼs Nutcracker comes to life with exquisite dancing, breathtaking scenery and Tchaikovskyʼs beloved score performed live by the Toledo Symphony Orchestra. When midnight strikes on a chilly, frost-dusted Christmas Eve, Clara and her enchanted Nutcracker Prince are whisked away to a magical world of toy soldiers, mice, dancing snowflakes and a Sugar Plum Fairy in the dazzling Land of Sweets. Saturday 2 and 7 p.m., Sunday 2 p.m. Dec. 9 — Christmas with ACT, 8 p.m., Pam's Corner Ltd., 116 10th St., Toledo. www.brownpapertickets.com/event/3072804. Join Actors Collaborative Toledo for an evening of theater, food and holiday cheer, including: "Unchained" by Tanner DuVall, directed by Elizabeth Cottle; "A Child's Christmas in Wales" by Dylan Thomas, directed by F. Scott Regan; and, "The Road to Ninevah" by Le Wilhelm, directed by Carol Ann Erford. Appetizers and dinner provided by Pam's Corner (included in ticket price). Dec. 16 — Valentine Theatre Series: “Holiday Tunes,” 8 p.m., Valentine Theatre, 425 N. St. Clair St., Toledo. Toledo Jazz Orchestra toledojazz@comcast.net. The holiday concert presents arrangements of well-known holiday tunes. www.valentinetheatre.com.
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Dec. 16 — Rat Pack Christmas, 8 p.m., Stranahan Great Hall, 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd., Toledo. (419) 381-8851 or www.theaterleague.com/toledo/ratpack/#squelch-taas-accordionshortcode-content-8. From the producers and cast of the critically acclaimed Sandy Hackettʼs Rat Pack Show, this holiday-themed theatrical production includes a mix of holiday classics, original Christmas songs and timeless standards. Dec. 21 — Art Loop: “Light Up Toledo!” 5:30-9 p.m., downtown Toledo, Art Loop Hub at Main Library, 325 N. Michigan St., Toledo. Natalie Tranelli-Jacobs (419) 254-2787, ext. 1017, or NJacobs@theartscommission.org. Last-minute gifts and shopping, with local artist vendors, plus holiday-themed exhibitions and light art and projection installations. Wristbands are $1.25 and include unlimited bus rides all evening. Info booth and parking at the Art Loop Hub at the Main Library.
JANUARY
Jan. 2 — “Cabaret,” Broadway Series, 7:30-10 p.m., Valentine Theatre, 425 N. St. Clair St., Toledo. www.facebook.com/events/1439762142784397/. “Cabaret” returns to The Valentine after premiering there several years ago, with some of the most memorable songs in theater history, including “Cabaret,” “Willkommen” and “Maybe This Time.” www.valentinetheatre.com. Continued on next page
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Jan. 13 — Winter Opera Gala, 7-11 p.m., Toledo Club, 235 14th St., Toledo. (419) 255-7464 or www.facebook.com/events/482061122173855/. An elegant formal evening of drinks, dining, dancing and warm cheer, centered around an inspiring performance by two audience-favorite artists, Kathryn Lewek, soprano, and Zach Borichevsky. For more information and to purchase tickets, contact the Toledo Opera box office (419) 2557464. Jan. 19-20 — “Edges,” 8 p.m., Olander Park, Sylvania Avenue, Sylvania. (419) 494-4814, cetc2015@gmail.com or www.facebook.com/events/1764655217169533/. Reprisal of “Edges” from the July Luminous Lighting Soiree. All original cast members will be returning. $20. Jan. 26, 28 — “Rigoletto,” 7:30 p.m., 2 p.m. Sunday, Valentine Theatre, 425 N. St. Clair St., Toledo. www.facebook.com/events/200420703805927. Toledo Opera presents Giuseppe Verdi's “Rigoletto.” Toledo Opera box office (419) 255-7464.
FEBRUARY
Feb. 6-11 — “Beautiful,” The Carole King Musical, 7:30 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday and Sunday, 8 p.m. Friday-Saturday, 2 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, Stranahan Great Hall, 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd. Toledo. www.facebook.com/events/622519231291699/. Long before she was Carole King, chart-topping music legend, she was Carol Klein, a Brooklyn girl with passion and chutzpah. She fought her way into the record business as a teenager and, by the time she reached her 20s, had the husband of her dreams and a flourishing career writing hits for the biggest acts in rock ʼnʼ roll. It wasnʼt until her personal life began to crack that she finally managed to find her true voice. Feb. 17 — The Breakers Tour, with Little Big Town, Kacey Musgraves and Midland, 7:30 p.m., Huntington Center, 500 Jefferson Ave., Toledo. www.huntingtoncentertoledo.com/events/view.php?event=little-big-townkacey-musgravesmidland-the-break ers-tour-695. $27-$67. Doors open 6:30 p.m. Feb. 18 — “A Chorus Line,” Broadway Series, 7-10 p.m., Valentine Theatre, 425 N. St. Clair St., Toledo. www.facebook.com/events/1985507678393439/. In an empty theater, on a bare stage, casting for a new Broadway musical is almost complete. For 17 dancers, this audition is the chance of a lifetime. This is “A Chorus Line,” the musical for everyone whoʼs ever had a dream and put it all on the line. Valentineʼs Day afterglow candlelight dessert and wine reception, $20 per person. Meet and greet the cast following the show. www.valentinetheatre.com.
MARCH
March 8-11 — Rodgers and Hammerstein's "Cinderella," 7:30 p.m. Thursday and Sunday, 8 p.m. Friday-Saturday, 2 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, Stranahan Great Hall, 4645 Heatherdowns
Blvd., Toledo. (419) 381-8851 or www.theaterleague.com/toledo/cinderella/. “Cinderella” is the Tony Award-winning Broadway musical from the creators of “The Sound of Music” and “South Pacific.”
ATTRACTIONS
Audubon Islands State Nature Preserve, in the Maumee River within the city of Maumee and adjacent to Perrysburg — Birding. Migratory waterfowl. Open daily 7 a.m.-dark, but accessible only by private watercraft. Bluebird Passenger Train, boarding at Waterville or Grand Rapids — A breezy, 20-mile round trip on a 1930s-era passenger train. Saturdays, Sundays and holidays May-November, Tuesdays and Thursdays June-August. (419) 878-2177. The Butterfly House, 11455 Obee Road, Whitehouse — Contains more than 500 butterflies of many different species. Live butterflies flutter from flower to flower feeding on the nectar. Serenity will surround you with the wonderful garden setting, where you can sit back and relax with the background sounds of the waterfall and nature itself. (419) 877-2733. Campbell State Nature Preserve, east of the Toledo Express Airport along Crissey Road south of SR 2. Access by permit of Natural Areas and Preserves — Part of the Oak Openings Region of Northwest Ohio. Includes wed sedge meadows, swamp forest, sand dunes, sand barrens prairie and oak openings. Home to 34 state-endangered species of plants. Imagination Station, 1 Discovery Way, Summit and Adams streets, downtown Toledo — A center of hands-on science, learning and fun, the Imagination Station promises to immerse visitors of every age in a multi-sensory experience thatʼs as fun as it is educational. (419) 244-2674 or www.imaginationstationtoledo.org. Historic Old West End — One of the nationʼs richest collections of late Victorian homes. Walking tour brochure available. Annual festival in June. Irwin Prairie State Nature Preserve, 10 miles west of Toledo. From I-475/US 23, follow US 20west about three miles to Centennial Road and south about one mile to Bancroft Street, then west on Bancroft — Wet prairie dominated by sedges and rushes. Habitat for migrating songbirds and waterfowl. Rare plants and animals. Kitty Todd State Nature Preserve, 10420 Old State Line Road, Swanton — Native wildflower garden and walking trails through globally rare habitat. Open house weekends, nature hikes and nature festivals throughout the “green” season. Open to the public 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday May 1-Oct. 31. (419) 8671521, www.oakopen.org. Maumee Bay State Park, 1400 State Park Road, Oregon — Resort lodge, resort cottages, camping, trails, picnicking, fishing and hunting, winter sports, boating, swimming, golfing, nature center. (419) 836-7758. Metroparks of the Toledo Area — Eleven metroparks with rare natural habitats and historic sites. Trails, picnicking. Open 7 a.m.dark all year. (419) 407-9700 or www.metroparkstoledo.com/metro. Continued on next page
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National Museum of the Great Lakes, 1701 Front St., Toledo — The museum reveals the history of the Great Lakes, which make up 84 percent of the fresh water in North America. The history ranges from canoes and schooners to early steamers and freighters, some of which ply the Maumee River right next to the museum. Hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday, noon-5 p.m. Sunday. Check web site for holiday hours. (800) 893-1485 or www.inlandseas.org. Ritter Planetarium, University of Toledo — Stargaze with the experts. Weekend shows throughout the year. (419) 530-2650. Sandpiper Canal Boat — Public tours from a variety of locations. This 1850s 100-passenger replica of a Miami and Erie Canal Boat cruises upriver past riverside estates or downriver to Lake Erie. Lunch cruises available. May-October. (419) 537-1212. Sylvania Heritage Museum, 5717 N. Main St., Sylvania — Exhibition themes change every two months. Carriage house at rear converted to Artisanʼs Village, a community of artists, artisans and craftspeople re-creating the atmosphere of early Sylvania. (419) 882-4976. Toledo Botanical Garden, 5403 Elmer Drive south of Central Avenue — A 57-acre setting of meadows and gardens, artist galleries and gift stores. Festival of the Arts in June. Open year around
until dusk. Toledo Firefighters Museum, 918 Sylvania Ave. — Vintage pumpers, uniforms and equipment used by the cityʼs first bucket brigade. Traces Toledo Fire Departmentʼs growth and educates youngsters in fire safety. Noon-4 p.m. Saturday. Other times by appointment. Free. (419) 478-3473. Toledo Museum of Art, one block off I-75. Works by such masters as El Greco, Rubens, Rembrandt, Van Gogh, Matisse, Picasso and Hopper. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday, except 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Friday and 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. Free. (419) 255-8000. The Toledo Zoo, Anthony Wayne Trail (US 25) — Highlights include the Gorilla Meadow, which replicates the gorillasʼ African homeland, and the Interpretive Center, which focuses on the lives and behaviors of the greatest apes. Also home to the worldʼs only Hippoquarium. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. daily April-September, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. daily October-March. (419) 385-4040. Willis B. Boyer, International Park — A maritime museum aboard the 617-foot freighter. A tribute to the cityʼs rich port heritage. Walking tours, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesday-Sunday. Wolcott House Museum Complex, Maumee — Indian artifacts, antique toys, household goods, farm implements. Buildings include Wolcott House, log home, saltbox farmhouse, railroad depot and church. Open 1-4 p.m. Wednesday-Sunday. (419) 8939602.
Marion County DECEMBER
Dec. 10 — Itʼs A Wonderful Wurlitzer Holiday Sing-A-Long, Marion Palace Theatre, 276 W. Center St., Marion. (740) 383-2101. Free event kicks off with a special showing of a favorite holiday movie. After the film, organists will play a selection of favorite holiday tunes on the theaterʼs Mighty Wurlitzer organ. Donations will be received for the organ repair fund. Show begins at 3 p.m. www.marionpalace.org. Dec. 31 — New Yearʼs Eve Popcorn Pop-n-Drop, downtown Marion. (740) 802-7329. Watch as the lighted popcorn ball drops at the stroke of midnight, with fireworks. www.downtownmarion.com.
JANUARY
Jan. 12 — Presidio Brass, Marion Palace Theatre, 276 W. Center St., Marion, (740) 383-2101. For their touring show of Hollywoodʼs greatest hits, “Sounds of the Cinema,” the five musicians present film music with a dose of wit. The audience also will hear classic rock hits. 7 p.m. Reserved seating $18 adult, $10 student. www.marionpalace.org. Jan. 14 — Bridal Show, All Occasions Catering & Banquet Facility, 6989 Waldo-Delaware Road, Waldo. (740) 726-2008. Bridal runway fashion show, plus booths from the areaʼs best-known wedding professionals. Also, food items, door prizes, raffles and a grand prize for bride. 12:30-3 p.m. Bride and bridegroom enter free; guests $5 at the door. www.clasealloccasions.com. Jan. 21 — Mark Nizer 4D, Marion Palace Theatre, 276 W. Center St., Marion, (740) 383-2101. Nizer gives audience members special glasses to see a portion of the show in 4D. While most performers ask people to turn off their cellphones, Nizer asks his audience to turn them on. With the help of his virtual assistant, Siri Nizer (of iPhone fame), he then uses the devices as an interactive lighting element. 3 p.m. Reserved seating $12, $16, $20 adult, $8 student. Ticket-holders are invited to attend a pre-show event in the May Pavilion. www.marionpalace.org. Jan. 26 — Flatt Lonesome, Marion Palace Theatre, 276 W. Center St., Marion, (740) 383-2101. The Mufreesboro, Tennesseebased band arrived on the bluegrass music scene in 2011. Since that time, it has received music awards including three 2016 International Bluegrass Music Association trophies: Vocal Group of the Year, Album of the Year for their record “Runaway Train,” and Song of the Year for “Youʼre the One.” 8 p.m. Reserved seating $18 adult, $12 child. www.marionpalace.org. Jan. 27 — Majic 95.9 Bridal Extravaganza, Knights of Colum-
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bus Hall, 1232 E. Center St., Marion. (740) 383-1131. Wedding information from DJs to flowers to tips and tricks, plus wedding packages, discounts and door prizes. Brides will be eligible for a grand prize honeymoon trip to be given away that day. (740) 383-1131. Noon-5 p.m. www.majic959.com. Jan. 30 — Jordan World Circus, Veterans Memorial Coliseum, 220 E. Fairground St., Marion. (740) 382-2558. Hailing from a long background of aerialists and circus performers, Jordanʼs exciting two-hour shows are presented on annual tours. 6:30 p.m. $9$18. www.veteransmemorialcoliseum.org.
FEBRUARY
Feb. 2 — Ground Hog Day with Buckeye Chuck, iHeart Marion, 1330 N. Main St., Marion. (740) 383-1131. Ohioʼs official weather-predicting groundhog will check for his shadow. Come early before the sun comes. Hot drinks and the traditional Spam burger. www.wmrn.com. Feb. 9-11 — “Aliceʼs Adventure in Wonderland Jr.,” Marion Palace Theatre, 276 W. Center St., Marion, (740) 383-2101. In this play performed by youth, audience members will meet all the classic characters immortalized by the Lewis Carroll novel, including the habitually late White Rabbit, the frantic Mad Hatter, the tyrant Queen of Hearts, the sneaky Cheshire Cat and the comical twins, Tweedledee and Tweedledum. A modern view of a classic, where nonsense makes quite good sense. 7:30 p.m., 2 p.m. Sunday. Reserved seating $18 adults, $12 children. www.marionpalace.org. Feb. 10 — Kidzapalooza, Veterans Memorial Coliseum, 220 E. Fairground St., Marion. (740) 360-0762. Event to entertain children ages 1-12 who attend with their parents, grandparents, uncles, aunts and friends. On-stage acts all day, indoor inflatable rides, characters, police and fire representatives and community service organizations providing games, face painting and fun activities. Contact Tom Danner for more information at ctdanner@roadrunner.com. www.veteransmemorialcoliseum.org. Feb. 16 — Shades of Bublé, Marion Palace Theatre, 276 W. Center St., Marion, (740) 383-2101. The trio combines big-band standards from the jazz era, classic Motown hits of the ʼ50s and Billboard chart toppers from today. Delivering a set list comprised only of songs recorded or performed live by Michael, Shades of Bublé will perform “Feeling Good,” “Moondance,” “Come Fly with Me,” “Home,” “Everything,” “Fever,” “Save the Last Dance for Me” and “Havenʼt Met You Yet.” 7:30 p.m. Reserved seating $20, $25, $30. www.marionpalace.org. Continued on next page
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Feb. 25 — Leap into Laughter, May Pavilion inside the Marion Palace Theatre, 276 W. Center St., Marion, (740) 802-7329. Featuring comedians Ben Wilke and Mike Green. Heavy appetizers and two complimentary wine tasting tickets. Tickets available in advance: $30 single, $55 couple; at the door: $35 single, $65 couple. Proceeds benefit Downtown Marion Inc. www.downtownmarion.com.
MARCH
March 3 — Creative Anachronisms, Veterans Memorial Coliseum, 220 E. Fairground St., Marion. (740) 382-2558. The Society for Creative Anachronism is an international organization dedicated to researching and re-creating the arts and skills of pre-17thcentury Europe. The groupʼs “known world” consists of 20 kingdoms, with more than 30,000 members in countries around the world. Members, dressed in clothing of the Middle Ages and Renaissance, attend events which feature tournaments, royal courts, feasts, dancing and classes and workshops. Featuring the Winter War Kingdom of Ealdormere and Winter War Maneuvers: Episode IV: “A New Home.” www.veteransmemorialcoliseum.org. March 8 — Pianist Alina Kiryayeva in “Sonatas,” OSU Marionʼs Five Nights on Campus series, Morrill Hall Auditorium, 1465 Mount Vernon Ave., Marion. (740) 725-6340. Praised for her pow-
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erful command of the instrument, unique interpretations and clarity of sound, Kiryayevaʼs new program features three sonatas and a rhapsody composed by Ludwig van Beethoven, Frédéric Chopin, Franz Liszt and Sergei Prokofiev. 7 p.m. www.osumarion.osu.edu/initiatives/cultural-arts/fivenights.html. March 10 — Brass Transit: Chicago Tribute Band, Marion Palace Theatre, 276 W. Center St., Marion, (740) 383-2101. The eight-piece Toronto group performs Chicagoʼs catalogue of hits from the ʼ70s. Included are “Saturday In the Park,” “If You Leave Me Now,” “Feelinʼ Stronger Every Day,” “Beginnings,” “Make Me Smile,” “Call on Me,” “Wishing You Were Here” and “Does Anybody Really Know What Time It Is?” 8 p.m. Reserved seating $18, $24, $28. www.marionpalace.org.
ATTRACTIONS
Big Island Wildlife Area, five miles west of Marion off SR 95 — Wetlands and prairie areas. Large pond area. Bird watching, fishing, hunting. (800) 371-6688.
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Buckeye Telephone Museum, 581 Bellefontaine Ave., Marion — A volunteer group of telephone retirees and employees working to preserve the telephone industryʼs history. Some items on display are 30 various open-wire insulators, 18 wall-mounted magneto crank phones, mechanical central, office switching gear, Ohio telephone exchange maps and charts and telephone directories dating back to 1902. The non-profit organization is funded by public donations. A $1 donation per person is suggested. Tours by appointment.(419) 947-8676. Claridon Prairie, east of SR 98 and north of SR 309 — A natural prairie strip along the Conrail tracks managed by the Marion County Historical Society. (800) 371-6688. Crum Strawberry Farm, 3314 Marion Edison Road, Marion — Pick your own strawberries and red raspberries. Open May-October. (740) 389-2161 Etowah, 429 Mount Vernon Ave., Marion — Completed in 1908, this mansion was once the home of Marion industrialist George W. King, founder of the Marion Power Shovel Co. President Harding entertained dignitaries there. Now the home of Central Christian Church. Listed on National Register of Historic Places in 1996. (740) 387-5120. Harding Home & Museum, 380 Mount Vernon Ave., Marion — Home erected in 1891 before the marriage of Florence King and Warren G. Harding, the 29th president. Harding memorabilia and original furnishings. Open Saturday before Memorial Day to Labor Day weekend noon-5 p.m. Wednesday-Sunday. Closed Labor Day. Open noon-5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday September-October. (740) 387-9630, (800) 600-6894, www.ohiohistory.org/places/harding. Harding Memorial, US 423 at Delaware Avenue and Vernon Heights Blvd., Marion — Tomb for the remains of President and Mrs. Harding built of Georgian marble. Open dawn-dusk all year. Henry A. True Home & Library, 149 E. Church St., Marion — Home of the True family, one of Marionʼs earliest settlers. Thousands of volumes of Ohio and U.S. history. Tours by appointment, by calling (740) 387-6140. Heritage Hall, 169 E. Church St., Marion — Former Post Office houses Marion County Historical Society Museum and Wyandot Popcorn Museum. It contains Harding Presidential Collections, Marion County history exhibits and the Rinker/Howser Resource Center. Open 1-4 p.m. Wednesday-Sunday May-October, Saturday-Sunday November-April. (740) 387-4255. Huber Machinery Museum, Marion County Fairgrounds, Marion — A memorial to Edward Huber, inventor of the wood revolving hay rake. Also, early gasoline tractors, corn shredder, separator/threshers, orchard tractors, a combine and other machinery. Tours are 1-4 p.m. Saturdays and by appointment. (740) 389-1098. Killdeer Wildlife Area, northwest edge of the county west of Harpster — Wetlands and prairie areas with bird watching, fishing, hunting. (800) 371-6688. Lawrence Orchard, 2634 Smeltzer Road, Marion. Pick your own apples and peaches at this family-owned orchard. Annual Apple Fest is last Saturday in September with entertainment, crafts, hayrides and mazes. Open July-December. (740) 389-3019. Linn School, SR 4 north of Marion — One-room school was built in 1897 and restored in 2003, rescued by two brothers, Oliver
and Merle Hamilton. The Hamiltons restored the building, interior included, to the period of 1909-1913 when they attended the school. They donated it to the Marion County Historical Society to use for educational programs. Reflects a time when tin lunch pails, pot-bellied stove, McGuffy readers, desks with inkwells and foldup seats and a recitation bench were the norm. Tours are by appointment. Contact: Marion County Historical Society (740) 387-4255. Marion County International Raceway, LaRue — Entertainment and automobile racing April-October, 7 p.m. Sundays. (740) 499-3666, www.mcir.com. Marion Union Station, 532 W. Center St., Marion — An original railroad station built in 1902. On display are railroad items, history and a caboose. Open 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday or by appointment. (740) 383-3768. Mural in downtown Marion, corner of Prospect and Center streets — Renowned artist Eric Grohe is creating a mural in the heart of one of Marionʼs downtown parks. Mysterious Revolving Ball, Marion Cemetery — A 5,200pound granite ball that sits atop a pedestal and rotates. In 1929, it was featured in ʻʻRipleyʼs Believe It or Not.ʼʼ OSU Marion Prairie Nature Center, south side of campus — Replanted native prairie grasses and nature center on the OSUMarion campus. (800) 371-6688, (740) 389-OSUM, www.marion.ohio-state.edu/prairie/ MainPage.htm. Palace Theatre, 276 W. Center St., Marion — Built in 1928, the historic theater presents a wide variety of live performances and films. Shows and pricing can be viewed on the Palace website. (740) 383-2101 or www.marionpalace.org. Quarry Nature Park, Fairground Street off Hillman-Ford Road, Marion — Opened in 2002, park offers shelter houses, handicapped-accessible trails, fishing, gravel nature trails and bird watching. Shamrock Vineyard, 111 Rengert Road, Waldo — The vineyard produces at least 10 varieties of fine wines. It is locally owned and operated, with 2,500 gallons of wine produced each year. Open 1-5 p.m. Monday-Saturday January through March, 1-6 p.m. Monday-Saturday April-December. (740) 726-2883. Stengel True Museum, Washington and State streets, Marion — Built in 1864, the home now contains collections of early guns, Indian artifacts, pottery and glassware and other primitives. Open by appointment. Veterans Memorial Coliseum, fairgrounds — Home to concerts, motocross races, rodeos, dances, antique shows and other activities. Veterans Memorial Park, Marion — The only park in the United States built specifically to honor those who fought in every war in which the U.S. has been involved. A separate monument is devoted to each war. World War II Veterans Memorial, Marion Cemetery, 620 Delaware Ave. — The memorial has four sections: the Eagle Cascade entrance; the Canopy of Trees; the Plaza of Heroes; and the Memorial Monument itself. (740) 387-7050. Wyandot Popcorn Museum, 169 E. Church St., Marion — The popcorn museum is under a circus tent filled with antique popcorn wagons and concession models dating from 1890-1940, all operational. Open 1-4 p.m. Wednesday-Sunday May-October, Saturday-Sunday November-April. (740) 387-4255, www.wyandotpopcornmus.com.
Putnam County JANUARY
Jan. 1 — Chilly 5K, Putnam County YMCA, 101 Putnam Parkway, Ottawa. Start time 11 a.m. $25 per runner. Register by Dec. 19 and receive a race T-shirt. Gather after the race for Red Pig chili, hot chocolate and hot dogs. Register online at www.putnamymca.org.
ATTRACTIONS
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Kalida — Hours are 1-4 p.m. Sundays, except holidays, 9 a.m.noon Wednesdays and other times by appointment. During the Pioneer Days celebration the weekend after Labor Day, the museum has expanded hours. Admission is free. (419) 532-3008. Touches Gallery, 136 S. Main St., Glandorf — Includes Touches Gallery, Village Cafe, Framing Gallery, Drapery Design and Styling Salon. (419) 538-6811.
Vertical Reality, Gilboa Stone Quarry — Rappelling and rock climbing, scuba diving. (419) 456-3305 or www.verticalrealitytrainingcenter.com.
Ottawa County DECEMBER
Dec. 9 — Holiday Stop & Shop, 9 a.m. -5 p.m. Free admission. Liberty Aviation Museum, 3515 E. State Road, Port Clinton. (419) 732-0236 or www.libertyaviationmuseum.org. Artists, crafters and vendors. Dec. 9 — Village Lights, noon-7 p.m., various locations, Marblehead. (419) 798-4471 or www.facebook.com/Marblehead Merchants-Group-951498234889641/. Christmas shopping, kids' drop-off and activities. Merchant giveaways and specials. Dec. 9 — Christmas Social. Free, donations welcome. Wolcott House, 9999 E. Bayshore Road, Marblehead. (419) 798-9339 or www.ottawacountyhistory.org. Celebrate the holiday season at the keeper's house with live music, beverages and snacks. Dec. 9-10 — "Fruitcakes," Saturday 8 p.m., Sunday 2 p.m. Playmaker's Civic Theatre, 604 W. 6th St., Port Clinton. (419) 7345044 or www.pcplaymakers.org. Mix together a batch of fruitcakes, three dozen Christmas trees, 10,000 outdoor Christmas lights, a chicken pox epidemic, two southern spinsters, an estranged old man, a lost cat named Tutti Frutti, and a Christmas hog named Buster and you've got the recipe for a fun-filled and touching evening of holiday cheer. A story of alienation, understanding and reconciliation. Dec. 9-10 — "The Little Mermaid," Genoa Town Hall Opera House, 509 1/2 Main St., Genoa. $12 adult, $10 seniors and students. (419) 855-3103 or www.genoacivictheatre.com. Dec. 16 — Holiday Hullabaloo with Paul Pfau and Hey Monea, 8 p.m. $12 person (plus two-drink minimum), The Listening Room, OurGuest Inn & Suites, 220 E. Perry St. (SR 163), Port Clinton. (419) 734-7050 or www.thelisteningroompc.com. Dec. 17 — Santa Flies into Port Clinton, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Liberty Aviation Museum, 3515 E. State Road, Port Clinton. (419) 732-
0234 or www.libertyaviationmuseum.org. Santa Claus will be flying into Erie-Ottawa International Airport and taking Christmas lists at the Liberty Aviation Museum. Photos with Santa available for a donation or bring your own camera. There is no charge to see Santa. Also, have breakfast with Santa among vintage aircraft and vehicles in the museum main hangar. Each child will receive a free printed photo with Santa and a free gift from Santa. Call for reservations. Dec. 20, 22 — Audra's Wine & Design: Christmas Centerpiece, 7 p.m., $35 person, Audra's Floral, 514 W. Oak St., Oak Harbor. (419) 898-1155 or www.audrasfloral.com. Class fee includes supplies, two glasses of wine and a light snack. Call for reservations. Dec. 22 — Firelands Musical Arts Series: Cleveland's Burning River Brass, 3:30 p.m. $15 person; students and children free. St. John Lutheran Church, 207 Adams St., Port Clinton. (419) 7346211 or www.musicalartsportclinton.com. Earl E. Warnke Memorial Concert. Dec. 31 — New Year's Eve Walleye Drop, 3 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Free. Downtown Port Clinton on Madison Street. www.walleyedrop.com. Each year, thousands brave the cold and gather for hours, in waiting for the "Madness at Midnight" Walleye Drop. A 20foot, 600-pound glass fiber walleye drops from the sky at midnight. The event includes vendors, kids' activities including touch-a-truck and live entertainment. Dec. 31 — New Year's Eve 1940s Big Band Hangar Dance, 8 p.m.-12:30 a.m., Liberty Aviation Museum, 3515 E. State Road, Port Clinton. (419) 732-0234 or www.libertyaviationmuseum.org. Featuring the 19-piece Dan Zola Orchestra. Ticket includes heavy hors d'oeuvres, soft drinks, party favors, and a champagne toast at midnight. Cash bar available. Come dressed in vintage or reproduction-era clothing, civilian or military. Continued on next page
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Dec. 31 — New Year's Eve Show with Leigh Nash, 9-11 p.m., doors open at 8 p.m. $69-$99 person. The Listening Room, OurGuest Inn & Suites, 220 E. Perry St. (SR 163), Port Clinton. (419) 734-7050 or www.thelisteningroompc.com. Her hits with Sixpence None the Richer include "Kiss Me" and "There She Goes Again." After the show, Nash will be in the lobby signing autographs and taking pictures. Ticket includes two-hour show, three drink tickets, champagne toast, small-plate desserts, party favors, and all taxes and gratuities. Call or visit the website for reservation. Dec. 31 — New Year's Eve Grand Buffet, 4-10 p.m., $60 person, Mon Ami Restaurant and Historic Winery, 3845 E. Wine Cellar Road (off SR 53), Port Clinton. (419) 797-4445 or www.monamiwinery.com. Call for reservations.
JANUARY
Jan. 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25, 30 — Marksmanship Nights, 5-8 p.m., $10 adult, $5 junior, $5 seniors, $5 disabled, Camp Perry Training Site, 1000 Lawrence Drive (off SR 2), Port Clinton. (419) 635-2141 or www.thecmp.org/air/cmp-marksmanshipcenters/open-public-shooting. Jan. 7 — Christmas Bird Count, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge, 14000 W. SR 2, Oak Harbor. Free. (419) 898-0014 or www.fws.gov/refuge/ottawa. Registration required. Also, monthly bird survey at 8 a.m. Join refuge volunteers and become a citizen scientist. Bring binoculars and dress for the weather. Meet at the trailhead parking area. Jan. 8, 15, 22, 29 — CMP Targets at Petrarca Range, Camp Perry, 1000 Lawrence Drive (off SR 2), Port Clinton. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $10 one hour, $25 three hours. (419) 635-2141 or www.thecmp.org/competitions/cmp-targets-at-petrarca-range/. Jan. 10 — Arty Parties to Go, 6-8 p.m., $35 person, The Clinton House, 106 W. Perry St. (SR 163), Port Clinton. (419) 855-3399 or www.facebook.com/rebecca.booth.129. Instructor Rebecca Booth has broken down the painting process into a series of small steps. She will work with every attendee one-on-one. Reservations required. Jan. 12-13 — Bryan White, 8 p.m., $30 person (plus two-drink minimum), The Listening Room, OurGuest Inn & Suites, 220 E. Perry St. (SR 163), Port Clinton. (419) 734-7050 or www.thelisteningroompc.com. Grammy award-winning, multi-platinum and gold artist with six No. 1 singles. Reservations recommended. Jan. 12-14 — Camp Perry Open, Camp Perry Gary Anderson CMP Competition Center, 1000 Lawrence Road, Port Clinton. (419) 635-2141 or www.thecmp.org/air/cmp-competition-center-eventmatches/camp-perry-open. Spectators are welcome. Jan. 26 — Charlie Mars, The Listening Room, OurGuest Inn & Suites, 220 E. Perry St. (SR 163), Port Clinton. (419) 734-7050 or www.thelisteningroompc.com. Reservations recommended.
FEBRUARY
Feb. 1, 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 27 — Marksmanship Nights, 5-8 p.m., $10 adult, $5 junior, $5 seniors, $5 disabled, Camp Perry Training Site, 1000 Lawrence Drive (off SR 2), Port Clinton. (419) 635-2141 or www.thecmp.org/air/cmp-marksmanshipcenters/open-public-shooting. Feb. 4 — Monthly Bird Survey, 8 a.m., Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge, 14000 W. SR 2, Oak Harbor. (419) 898-0014 or www.fws.gov/refuge/ottawa. Free. Join refuge volunteers and become a citizen scientist. Bring binoculars and dress for the weather. Meet at the trailhead parking area. Feb. 5, 12, 19, 26 — CMP Targets at Petrarca Range, Camp Perry, 1000 Lawrence Drive (off SR 2), Port Clinton. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $10 one hour, $25 three hours. (419) 635-2141 or www.thecmp.org/competitions/cmp-targets-at-petrarca-range/. Feb. 11 — Firelands Musical Arts Series: Mark Kosower and Jee-Won Oh, 3:30 p.m., $15 adult, children and students free, Firelands Presbyterian Church, 2626 E. Harbor Road (SR 163), Port
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Clinton. (419) 734-6211 or www.musicalartsportclinton.com. Kosower plays principal cello with the Cleveland Orchestra, and Jee-Won Oh plays piano internationally. Feb. 14 — Arty Parties to Go, 6-8 p.m., $35 person, The Clinton House, 106 W. Perry St. (SR 163), Port Clinton. (419) 855-3399 or www.facebook.com/rebecca.booth.129. Instructor Rebecca Booth has broken down the painting process into a series of small steps. She will work with every attendee one-on-one. Reservations required. Feb. 16-18, 23-25 — "Romantic Comedy," 8 p.m., Sunday 2 p.m., Playmakers Civic Theatre, 604 W. 6th St., Port Clinton. (419) 734-5044 or www.pcplaymakers.org. Arrogant, self-centered and sharp-tongued Jason Carmichael, successful co-author of Broadway romantic comedies, is facing two momentous events: he is about to marry a society belle and his collaborator is retiring. Enter Phoebe Craddock, Vermont school teacher and budding playwrite. Quicker than a flash, Jason acquires a talented and adoring collaborator in the mousy Phoebe. Fame and success are theirs for 10 years and then Jason's world falls apart. His wife divorces him to go into politics and Phoebe, her love for Jason unrequited, marries a breezy journalist and moves to Paris. Jason goes into professional, financial and physical decline as newly chic Phoebe returns, solo and successful. Call for reservations. Feb. 16, 23 — Lenten Fish Fry, 4-7 p.m., Port Clinton Knights of Columbus, 109 E. Perry St. (SR 163), Port Clinton. (419) 7341858 or www.kofc1750.com. Menu features all-you-can-eat Alaskan pollock. Feb. 17 — Daniel Champagne, The Listening Room, OurGuest Inn & Suites, 220 E. Perry St. (SR 163), Port Clinton. (419) 734-7050 or www.thelisteningroompc.com. Reservations recommended. Feb. 24 — Burning Snowman Fest 2018, noon-8 p.m., Dock's Beach House and Mr. Ed's, 252 W. Lakeshore Drive (SR 163), Port Clinton. $5 person. www.facebook.com/burningsnowmanfest. Lots of activities including bands, hot tubs, food and drink, and a giant burning snowman. Warm-up with Tap Takeovers Friday night. Follow the Facebook page for event locations, entertainment line-up and activities.
MARCH
March 1, 6, 8 — Marksmanship Nights, 5-8 p.m., $10 adult, $5 junior, $5 seniors, $5 disabled, Camp Perry Training Site, 1000 Lawrence Drive (off SR 2), Port Clinton. (419) 635-2141 or www.thecmp.org/air/cmp-marksmanship-centers/open-publicshooting. March 2, 9 — Lenten Fish Fry, 4-7 p.m., Port Clinton Knights of Columbus, 109 E. Perry St. (SR 163), Port Clinton. (419) 7341858 or www.kofc1750.com. Menu features all-you-can-eat Alaskan pollock. March 3 — Side by Side Art, 2-4 p.m., Camp Perry Armory, 1000 Lawrence Drive (off SR 2), Port Clinton. (419) 898-0400 or www.ocbdd.org. Inclusive painting class is open to the public and is designed for beginners and experienced alike. Call for details. March 3 — The Lovers, featuring Cole Vosbury from "The Voice," The Listening Room, OurGuest Inn & Suites, 220 E. Perry St. (SR 163), Port Clinton. (419) 734-7050 or www.thelisteningroompc.com. March 4 — Monthly Bird Survey, 8 a.m., Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge, 14000 W. SR 2, Oak Harbor. (419) 898-0014 or www.fws.gov/refuge/ottawa. Free. Join refuge volunteers and become a citizen scientist. Bring binoculars and dress for the weather. Meet at the trailhead parking area. March 5 — CMP Targets at Petrarca Range, Camp Perry, 1000 Lawrence Drive (off SR 2), Port Clinton. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $10 one hour, $25 three hours. (419) 635-2141 or www.thecmp.org/competitions/cmp-targets-at-petrarca-range/. March 10 — CMP Monthly Air Rifle and Air Pistol Matches, Camp Perry Gary Anderson CMP Competition Center, 1000 Lawrence Drive (off SR 2), Port Clinton. (419) 635-2141 or w w w. t h e c m p . o r g / a i r / c m p - c o m p e t i t i o n - c e n t e r - e v e n t matches/monthly-air-rifle-and-air-pistol-matches/. Spectators are free.
Richland County DECEMBER
Dec. 9-10 — Neos Dance Theater: “A 1940s Nutcracker,” 8 p.m., 2 p.m. Sunday, Renaissance Theatre, 138 Park Ave. W., Mansfield. $50-$15. “A 1940ʼs Nutcracker,” set in Mansfield, takes a twist from the original tale by paying homage to an iconic age of film, fashion, American Christmas traditions, the industrial age and War II. VIP Seats available for $50. World www.mansfieldtickets.com. Dec. 16 — Mansfield Symphony Orchestra: Holiday Pops Concert, 8 p.m., Renaissance Theatre, 138 Park Ave. W., Mansfield. $39-$15. A concert of traditional holiday classics along with new favorites, featuring a mix of contemporary and classic. www.mansfieldtickets.com.
JANUARY
Jan. 6 — Sawyer Brown, 8 p.m., Renaissance Theatre, 138 Park Ave. W., Mansfield. With more than 50 chart-topping hits, including “Some Girls Do,” “The Race Is On,” “Six Days on the Road” and “The Walk,” Sawyer Brown brings its chart-topping music to Mansfield. $38, $34, $30, $15. www.mansfieldtickets.com. Jan. 6, 13, 20, 27 — Avian Encounters at Ohio Bird Sanctuary, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., 3774 Orweiler Road, Mansfield. Stop at the visitor center for an informative nature session with one of the staff. www.ohiobirdsanctuary.com. Jan. 19 — “Murder Mystery at the Ohio Theatre,” 7 p.m., Renaissance Theatre, 138 Park Ave. W., Mansfield. The Renaissance Theatre holds an unsolved murder in its history. Enjoy refreshments and follow the clues throughout the theater to solve the mystery. General admission $25. www.mansfieldtickets.com. Jan. 19-20, 26-28 — “Better Late,” 8 p.m., 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Mansfield Playhouse, 95 E. Third St., Mansfield. Nora has a big surprise for her husband, Lee. She is bringing her ex-husband, Julian, to the house to recover from his recent stroke. Lee is a compassionate man but his nerves are soon stretched tight. Then their son, Billy, reveals he is going through a divorce. Filled with zany one-liners and poignant moments, this play proves romance is tough at any age. But a little understanding and a lot of laughs go a long way to smooth things over. (419) 522-2883 or www.mansfieldplayhouse.com. Jan. 20 — 90th Anniversary of "Ohio Theatre's Opening Night" Celebration, 7 p.m., Renaissance Theatre, 138 Park Ave. W., Mansfield. Don 1920s garb and celebrate the anniversary, as the Renaissance re-creates opening night of the Ohio Theatre. On screen will be Clara Bow's "Get Your Man," the first film shown at the theater. Also a chamber orchestra, vaudeville act, birthday cake and champagne by visiting or calling the Renaissance Box Office during normal business hours. $28. www.mansfieldtickets.com.
FEBRUARY
Feb. 3, 10, 17, 24 — Nature Encounters at Ohio Bird Sanctuary, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., 3774 Orweiler Road, Mansfield. Stop at the visitor center for an informative nature session with one of the staff. www.ohiobirdsanctuary.com. Feb. 10 — Mansfield Symphony: “The Planets,” 8 p.m., Renaissance Theatre, 138 Park Ave. W., Mansfield. The symphony is joined by the Mansfield Symphony Youth Orchestra for a robust program featuring Holst's "The Planets." $39, $34, $29, $15. www.mansfieldtickets.com.
MARCH
March 1-4 — "The Rocky Horror Show," 7 p.m. Thursday, 8 p.m. Friday-Saturday, 2:30 p.m. Sunday, OSU-Mansfield Theatre, Founders Auditorium, 1760 University Drive, Mansfield. One fateful night, Brad Majors and his fiancée, Janet Weiss — a wholesome, well-behaved, utterly normal young couple in love — innocently set out to visit an old professor. A thunderstorm and a flat tire force them to seek help at the castle of Dr. Frank ʼNʼ Furter, an alien, transvestite scientist with a manic genius and insatiable libido. A loving homage to the classic B sci-fi film and horror genres,
with a rock ʼnʼ roll score. Not recommended for audiences 12 and younger. Tickets at (419) 755-4045. General Admission $7, senior citizens and students $5. March 3, 10 — Nature Encounters at Ohio Bird Sanctuary, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., 3774 Orweiler Road, Mansfield. Stop at the visitor center for an informative nature session with one of the staff. www.ohiobirdsanctuary.com. March 3-4, 10-11 — “The Hunchback Of Notre Dame,” 8 p.m., 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Renaissance Theatre, 138 Park Ave. W., Mansfield. With songs from the Disney animated feature, "The Hunchback of Notre Dame" showcases the filmʼs Academy Awardnominated score, as well as new songs. $35, $31, $28, $15. www.mansfieldtickets.com.
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BibleWalk, 500 Tingley Ave., Mansfield — Life-sized wax museum and home to a Christian dinner theater, "Dinner With Grace." Biblewalk features 70 life-sized dioramas accompanied with special effects and an audio text. (419) 524-0139, (800) 222-0139 or www.livingbiblemuseum.org. Haunted Bissman Building, 193 N. Main St., Mansfield — The structure was built in 1886 for a wholesale grocery business. It stands today, but is not in operation. The building has an early Romantic Gothic styling and shares a haunting similarity with the old Ohio State Reformatory; they were both built in the same year by the same architect. (419) 524-2663 or www.bissmanbuilding.com. Herlihy Christmas House, 170 W. Second St., Mansfield — A private family home that is open to the public. Many years of Christmas collections are on display featuring more than 20 trees, many santas, villages, trains and Disney. Open in mid-December; hours are announced. (567) 303-5721 or www.herlihychristmashouse.com. Kingwood Center Gardens, 50 N. Trimble Road, Mansfield — A 47-acre display garden and cultural center. Historic mansion and landscaped grounds, renowned for the formal gardens and floral displays. $5 per car admission/parking fee. Self-guided tour. (419) 522-0211 or www.kingwoodcenter.org. Little Buckeye Children's Museum, 44 W. Fourth St., Mansfield — Safe and welcoming environment where children 0-12 and families can experience the benefits of play. Colorful, interactive exhibits support exploration, imagination, creativity and self-discovery through science, art and literacy. Also, classes, adult and family workshops and outreach programs, plus supportive services including food, retail store and lounge. Daily admission is $6 for ages 2 and up. (419) 522-2332 or www.littlebuckeye.org. Malabar Farm State Park, 4050 Bromfield Road, Lucas — Estate of Pulitzer Prize-winning author/conservationist Louis Bromfield. The 32-room home is open for guided tours year around; hours vary. Special events and festivals are scheduled throughout the year. (419) 892-2784 or www.malabarfarm.org. Mansfield Art Center, 700 Marion Ave., Mansfield — Features newest works in all media by contemporary Ohio artists. Open 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday, noon-5 p.m. Sunday. (419) 7561700 or www.mansfieldartcenter.org. Mansfield Memorial Museum, 34 Park Ave. W., Mansfield — Oldest museum in Richland County, founded in 1889. Artifacts on two floors of displays span from Roman to modern times. The museum houses many collections from early Native American, African, Asian, military and natural history. Nearly 600 planes showing the history of aviation are on display. Home of Elektro, the Westinghouse robot built for the 1939 New York World's Fair. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, noon-4 p.m. Sunday; closed November-April. (419) 524-9924 or www.themansfieldmuseum.com. Ohio Bird Sanctuary, 3774 Orweiler Road, Mansfield, — The sanctuary is on the headwater of the Clearfork River. See birds up close at the birds of prey display or by walking through the songbird aviary. The sanctuary is a wildlife rehabilitation center for native bird species. Tour groups must be scheduled in advance. Picnic tables, gift shop and displays. Tours and visitor center open 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday, 1-5 p.m. Sunday. Closed holidays. Admission is free. (419) 884-4295 or www.ohiobirdsanctuary.com. Continued on next page
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Ohio Genealogical Society Library, 611 SR 97 W., Bellville — A 40,000-volume research library for local history and family history in Ohio, including census, Bible records, obituaries, cemetery listings, First Families of Ohio, and manuscript resources. Volunteers are on duty to assist in compiling family history. Material on Ohio's 88 counties and all other states. Open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday. (419) 756-7294 or www.ogs.org. Renaissance Theatre, Mansfield — The historic theater is home to the Miss Ohio Scholarship Pageant, the Renaissance Broadway Series, the Summer at the Renaissance Series and the Mansfield Symphony Orchestraʼs concert season. (419) 522-2726. www.rparts.org. Richland B & O Bike Trail, Mansfield — This popular 18.3-mile bike trail was built on a railroad track of the former Baltimore & Ohio
Railway. It passes through the communities of Mansfield, Lexington, Belleville and Butler and traverses some of the most scenic parts of North Central Ohio. Open year round. Richland Carrousel Park, Mansfield — First new hand-carved, wooden carousel to be built since the early 1930s. Open 11 a.m.5 p.m. daily. Free admission. (419) 522-4223. Richland County Museum, Lexington — An 1850s schoolhouse. On display are tools, clothing, childrenʼs toys, furniture and paintings. Open 1:30-4:30 p.m. Saturday-Sunday May-October. (419) 884-2230. The Ohio State Reformatory, 100 Reformatory Road, Mansfield — This castle-like prison was built in 1886. Four major motion pictures have been filmed on the location, including ʻʻThe Shawshank Redemptionʼʼ in 1993. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, it is in the process of being restored. (419) 522-2644 or www.ohiostatereformatory.org.
Sandusky County DECEMBER
Through Feb. 25 — Special exhibit: “Ice for Everybody,” Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Library & Museums, Spiegel Grove, Fremont. The exhibit will explain how the Sandusky area became the center of a century-long mammoth industry that changed the way Americans lived. Regular museum hours. (419) 332-2081 or www.rbhayes.org. Through Jan. 7 — Hayes Train Special, Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Library & Museums, Spiegel Grove, Fremont. The operating model train display runs through an intricate Victorian holiday scene. Interactive buttons allow visitors to control aspects of the trainsʼ movements along the winding, multi-tiered, 12x24-foot layout. Admission is included in the Hayes Museum ticket price of $7.50 for adults, $6.50 for seniors and $3 for children ages 6-12. (All facilities are closed Christmas Day and New Yearʼs Day.) (419) 332-2081 or www.rbhayes.org for more information. Dec. 10, 14, 17 — Drive-Thru Winter Wonderland, Sandusky County Fairgrounds, 901 Rawson Ave., Fremont. 6-8 p.m. Cost: one non-perishable food item or $1/person. Holiday light display. For more information, call (419) 332-5604 or visit: www.sanduskycountyfair.com. Dec. 12 — Family Fun Night, Camp Fire, Misty Meadows, 2100 Baker Road, Fremont, 6-8 p.m. $15 per family, which includes pizza. Games, art, selfie station, pizza and more. Registration due one week before. (419) 332-8641 to register. Dec. 15-16 — Walk-Thru Winter Wonderland, Sandusky County Fairgrounds, 901 Rawson Ave., Fremont. 6-9 p.m. Cost: one non-perishable food item or $1 person. Holiday light display. Extra activities in addition to the light displays. (419) 332-5604 or www.sanduskycountyfair.com. Dec. 15-16, 22-23 — Santa House, corner of Croghan and Front streets, downtown Fremont, Friday 5-7 p.m., Saturday 1-3 p.m. Visit with Santa and share your Christmas wish list. Free. www.downtownfremontohio.org. Dec. 26-31 — Horse-Drawn Sleigh Rides in Spiegel Grove, Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Library & Museums, Spiegel Grove, Fremont, 1-4 p.m. Ride through the grounds of Spiegel Grove in a horse-drawn sleigh, as President Hayes did when he lived here. A horse-drawn trolley may be used in addition to or in place of the sleigh. Cost to be determined. (419) 332-2081 or www.rbhayes.org. Dec. 31 — New Yearʼs Eve Celebration, downtown Fremont. Entertainment, food and fun. Local band Smalltown Throwdown will play in the heated beer tent 10 p.m.-midnight. Comic Ishoos will perform at 7 and 9 p.m. in the VFW hall. Tickets are available at the visitors bureau, the mayorʼs office and the Fremont NAPA store. The public is invited to dinner at the VFW. The Strand Concert Theater will have The Good, the Bad and the Blues playing, with Smoking Boys Barbecue serving food; tickets are available at the Strand. Downtown events include Live Edge country music and Scarpetta's live jazz music. The Garrison also will
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have live music. There will be a sprint car “rising” and large fireworks display at midnight to ring in 2018. DJ Marco is the host for the evening.
JANUARY
Through Feb. 25 — Special exhibit: “Ice for Everybody,” Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Library & Museums, Spiegel Grove, Fremont. The exhibit will explain how the Sandusky area became the center of a century-long mammoth industry that changed the way Americans lived. Regular museum hours. (419) 332-2081 or www.rbhayes.org. Continued on next page
Special exhibit Now - Feb. 25 The ice harvesting industry revolutionized the way Americans lived. See why Lake Erie and the Sandusky Bay were at the center of this major international business.
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Sandusky County JANUARY (CONTINUED)
Through Jan. 7 — Hayes Train Special, Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Library & Museums, Spiegel Grove, Fremont. The operating model train display runs through an intricate Victorian holiday scene. Interactive buttons allow visitors to control aspects of the trainsʼ movements along the winding, multi-tiered, 12x24-foot layout. Admission is included in the Hayes Museum ticket price of $7.50 for adults, $6.50 for seniors and $3 for children ages 6-12. (All facilities are closed Christmas Day and New Yearʼs Day.) (419) 332-2081 or www.rbhayes.org for more information. Jan. 6 — Model Train Clinic, Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Library & Museums, Spiegel Grove,Fremont, 1-4 p.m. The clinic can help ensure your model train is in tip-top shape for next year and beyond. Veteran model train hobbyists lead the clinic. They'll assist you with advice related to model train maintenance and repair, as well as estimating the value of older model trains. Admission is $2 per person, or free with the purchase of a Hayes museum ticket. In the event of inclement weather, the clinic is canceled. (419) 332-2081 or www.rbhayes.org. Jan. 6 — Fremont Pigeon Club Show and Shop, Sandusky County Fairgrounds, 901 Rawson Ave., Fremont. Begins at 8 a.m. Free. (419) 483-3484 or larrygardner55@yahoo.com. Jan. 7 — Open House, Sandusky County YMCA, 1000 North St., Fremont, noon-4 pm. Free fitness classes, tour the new freeweight center, use the facilities and take advantage of one-dayonly membership promotions. For a full schedule, call (419) 332-9622 or visit www.ATtheY.org. Jan. 19-21, 26-28 — “Sex Please, Weʼre Sixty,” Fremont Community Theatre, 1551 Dickinson St., Fremont, 7:30 p.m., 2 p.m. Sunday. Rated PG. $15 adults, seniors/military $12, children 12th grade and younger $5. (419) 332-0695 or www.fremontcommunitytheatre.org. Jan. 20 — Freezinʼ for a Reason, Camp Fire, Sandusky County, 2100 Baker Road, Fremont, noon-1 p.m. Help raise money
for the children of Sandusky County by taking a plunge in the pond. www.campfiresc.org or (419) 332-8641.
FEBRUARY
Through Feb. 25 — Special exhibit: “Ice for Everybody,” Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Library & Museums, Spiegel Grove, Fremont. The exhibit will explain how the Sandusky area became the center of a century-long mammoth industry that changed the way Americans lived. Regular museum hours. (419) 332-2081 or www.rbhayes.org. Feb. 1 — “The Photography of Gil Gonzalez,” opening of a special exhibit, to be on display through April 22, Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Library & Museums, Spiegel Grove, Fremont. Gonzalez is head of photographic resources at the Hayes center. A professional photographer, Gonzalez has photographed numerous subjects and will share some of his favorite work in the exhibit. Hours are 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Friday and noon-5 p.m. Sunday during February and 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday and noon-5 p.m. Sunday in March and April with the exception of holiday hours and closings. Admission is free. This exhibit is on display in the museum auditorium. (419) 332-2081 or www.rbhayes.org. Feb. 2-May 25 — Special exhibit “Bhutanese-Nepali Neighbors: Photographs by Tariq Tarey,” Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Library & Museums, Spiegel Grove, Fremont. The history of the more than 20,000 Bhutanese-Nepali people in Columbus is rapidly becoming the history of Ohio. This exhibit consists of 30 photographs of members of the Bhutanese-Nepali community, taken by Tariq Tarey. Each photograph is accompanied by a narrative written by Doug Rutledge that explains each individualʼs history. The photographs emphasize the historic sequence of the Bhutanese-Nepali refugee experience, from living and working in Continued on next page
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Bhutan, to being forced to leave Bhutan, the experience of living in refugee camps in Nepal for 20 years or more, to resettlement in Columbus, finding jobs, buying homes and finally becoming American citizens. The exhibit, on loan from Ohio History Connection, is open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday and noon-5 p.m. Sunday, with the exception of holiday hours and closings. Admission is included with the price of a museum ticket. (419) 332-2081 or www.rbhayes.org. Feb. 3-4 — Living History Trade Fair, Sandusky County Fairgrounds, 901 Rawson Ave., Fremont, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday. $5 person, $7 weekend pass. (419) 334-8180 or smilingfox@smilingfoxforge.com. Feb. 7 — “The Joy of Living Lent!” 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Our Lady of the Pines Retreat Center, 1250 Tiffin St., Fremont. Join Father Ted Miller as he shows how joyful the Lenten season can be. Drawing on the writings “The Joy of the Gospel” and “Laudato siʼ” by Pope Francis, discover how this Lent can focus on living happily in a relationship with God, and Godʼs relationship with us. The day will end with optional participation in Mass. Cost $20, includes lunch. (419) 332-6522. Feb. 10-11 — Fremont Flea Market, Sandusky County Fairgrounds, 901 Rawson Ave., Fremont, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday. Free admission. (419) 332-5604 or www.sanduskycountyfair.com. Feb. 17-18 — Fremont Gun Show, Sandusky County Fairgrounds, 901 Rawson Ave., Fremont, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Saturday, 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Sunday. $5. (419) 332-8189. Feb. 20 — “Wrestling with the Noonday Devil, or The Cross We're Stuck With,” noon-2 p.m. Lunch and learn at Our Lady of the Pines Retreat Center, 1250 Tiffin St., Fremont. People often find themselves irritable, harsh, judgmental, even though they try hard not to be. How does one reconcile a flawed self with the self
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he or she strives to be? Cost $20, includes lunch. (419) 332-6522.
MARCH
Through April 22 — “The Photography of Gil Gonzalez,” opening of a special exhibit, to be on display through April 22, Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Library & Museums, Spiegel Grove, Fremont. Gonzalez is head of photographic resources at the Hayes center. A professional photographer, Gonzalez has photographed numerous subjects and will share some of his favorite work in the exhibit. Hours are 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Friday and noon-5 p.m. Sunday during February and 9 a.m.-5 p.m. MondayFriday and noon-5 p.m. Sunday in March and April with the exception of holiday hours and closings. Admission is free. This exhibit is on display in the museum auditorium (419) 332-2081 or www.rbhayes.org. Through May 25 — Special exhibit “Bhutanese-Nepali Neighbors: Photographs by Tariq Tarey,” Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Library & Museums, Spiegel Grove, Fremont. The history of the more than 20,000 Bhutanese-Nepali people in Columbus is rapidly becoming the history of Ohio. This exhibit consists of 30 photographs of members of the Bhutanese-Nepali community, taken by Tariq Tarey. Each photograph is accompanied by a narrative written by Doug Rutledge that explains each individualʼs history. The photographs emphasize the historic sequence of the Bhutanese-Nepali refugee experience, from living and working in Bhutan, to being forced to leave Bhutan, the experience of living in refugee camps in Nepal for 20 years or more, to resettlement in Columbus, finding jobs, buying homes and finally becoming American citizens. The exhibit, on loan from the Ohio History Connection, is open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday and noon-5 p.m. Sunday, with the exception of holiday hours and closings. Admission is included with the price of a museum ticket. (419) 3322081 or www.rbhayes.org. Continued on next page
Sandusky County MARCH (CONTINUED)
March 2-4 — Sandusky County Builders Association Home, Garden and Business Show and I Do Too, Bridal Show, Fremont Recreation Complex, 600 St. Joseph St., Fremont, 5-9 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday. Exhibits include contractors, builders, electrical, plumbers, water proofing, insulation, foundations, windows, doors, roofing, siding, lumber companies, landscapers, real estate, lending institutions, heating and air conditioning, water softeners, pools and spas, wall and floor covering, cabinetry, plumbing fixtures and lawn maintenance equipment. The bridal show is under the same roof, with wedding-related vendors to help in planning a wedding. Admission and parking are free. (419) 332-3844 or sanduskycobuilders@hotmail.com. March 3 — All Wheels Swap, Sandusky County Fairgrounds, 901 Rawson Ave., Fremont, 7 a.m.-3 p.m. $5. (419) 332-5604 or www.sanduskycountyfair.com. March 9 — Ag Breakfast, Ole Zim's Wagon Shed, 1387 SR 590, Gibsonburg, 7-9 a.m. The Chamber of Commerce Agricultural Committee hosts the breakfast event, developed to promote agriculture in Sandusky County. It also is a way to kick off National Ag Week. Awards for Farmer of the Year and Agricultural Service are presented. (419)332-1591, pcoord@scchamber.org or www.scchamber.org. March 10-11 — Fremont Flea Market, Sandusky County Fairgrounds, 901 Rawson Ave., Fremont, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday. Free admission. (419) 332-5604 or www.sanduskycountyfair.com.
ATTRACTIONS
Chateau Tebeau Winery, 525 SR 635, Helena — The winery is the fruit of a dream of Bob and Mary Tebeau. (419) 638-5411 or www.chateautebeauwinery.com. Clyde Museum, 124 W. Buckeye St. (across from the post office) Clyde — Housed in the former Grace Episcopal Church, built in 1886, the museum shares the community history of Clyde and its place in Ohio and America. Exhibits range from Native American artifacts and early settlement days at Hamerʼs Corners, to the founding in 1852 with the coming of the railroads, downtown development, and incorporation in 1866. Collections showcase the evolution of industries and neighborhood businesses, including the Clyde Cutlery, the Kraut Co. and Clyde Porcelain Steel (Whirlpool). Featured are military heroes: Gen. James B. McPherson, George Burton Meek and Congressional Medal of Honor recipients Charles H. McCleary and Rodger Young. Special collections include “Winesburg, Ohio” author Sherwood Anderson, art by Karl Anderson and school memorabilia. A 1904 Elmore car, Clydesdale fire trucks. Open 1-5 p.m. Thursdays and 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays, February-November. The McPherson House is open by appointment only. (419) 547-7946, www.clydeheritageleague.org, Facebook at Clyde Museum and General McPherson House, Twitter @clydeheritagele, Instagram @ clydemuseum_mcphersonhouse. Fremont Community Recreation Complex, 600 Saint Joseph St., Fremont — Complex features an outdoor swimming pool (May to September), ice rink (October to April), basketball courts, fitness areas with cardio and weight equipment, indoor running/walking track, climbing wall, skate park and recreational programs and leagues for all ages. Resident and non-resident passes are available. (419) 334-5906 or www.fremontohio.org/pages/reccomplex.html. Fremont Community Theatre, 1551 Dickinson St., Fremont — The Fremont Community Theatre and Literary Society, founded in 1956, performs live theater. (419) 332-0695 or www.fremontcommunitytheatre.org. Gen. James Birdseye McPherson Home, corner of US 20 and Maple Street, Clyde – Built in 1833, this Civil War generalʼs boyhood home is listed on the National Register and is recognized with an Ohio Historical Society Marker. Displayed are pioneer relics, civil war era artifacts, the generalʼs personal items and photographic collections that trace his family life and honor his military career. McPherson was the chief engineer at Alcatraz Island and commanded the Army of Tennessee under Gen. William T. Sher-
man. He was killed during the Battle of Atlanta, the highest ranking Union officer killed in the war. A monument stands on his gravesite in the cemetery opposite the home. Open for special events and year-round by appointment. Donations appreciated. (419) 5477946 or www.clydeheritageleague.org. Minnie Louise Failing Museum, 209 Justice St., Fremont — The museum is in the Col. George Croghan DAR Chapter House. The Museum was the family home of William E. Haynes, built in 1867 and has served as a chapter home to the DAR from its founding in 1900. (419) 307-4100 or info@sanduskycounty.org. North Coast Inland Trail — Access in Clyde (downtown at the gazebo); Fremont (east side Biggs-Ketner Park, Walsh Park, Rodger Young Park, Park, Hayes and Walter avenues); Lindsey (Wendelle Miller Park); Elmore (Walter Ory Park off SR 51). (419) 334-4495, (888) 200-5577 or www.scpd-parks-org. North Coast Veterans Museum, 411 N. Main St. (Williams Park), Gibsonburg — The purpose of the non-profit museum is to collect, preserve, and display the military history of the north coast area, and to be a service to scholars, students, past and present members of all military and to the public. (419) 332-5912. Our Lady of the Pines Retreat Center, 1250 Tiffin St., Fremont — Find spiritual refreshment among 63 acres of beautiful pine trees, walking paths and a peaceful atmosphere as you retreat to The Pines. (419) 332-6522, olprc@pinesretreat.org or www.pinesretreat.org. Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Center, corner of Hayes and Buckland avenues, Fremont — Home and museum dedicated to President Hayes. Set on 25 acres of gardens and paths. Hayes Presidential Library contains the presidentʼs personal papers, diaries and scrapbooks, 1 million books, 75,000 photographs and the largest genealogy collection in Ohio. Open year round 9 a.m.5 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday, noon-5 p.m. Sundays and holidays. (800) 998-7737. Continued on next page
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Sandusky County Historical Society Museum, 514 Birchard Ave., Fremont — Located in a Victorian home built in 1884 by a local industrialist as a wedding present for his daughter, the museum is open 1-4 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays, mid-May through mid-November. It features exhibits on local history including examples of cutlery that once made Fremont the “Cutlery Capital of the World,” Civil War memorabilia, Indian and pioneer relics and historic photos. There is a garden for photographs and relaxing. The museum also is open by appointment: (419) 332-0303, President Fred Recktenwald (419) 332-7558 or Vice President Gloria Miller (419) 332-9527. Sculpture in the Village, Williams Park, Gibsonburg — Visit Williams Park in the Village of Gibsonburg and Walk among sculptures nestled among the trees, flowers and lake. Free. The sculp-
tures represent many of the prominent sculptors from Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania and Vermont and are on display for one year. (419) 849-3048. White Star Park, 901 S. Main St., Gibsonburg — White Star Park's 15-acre quarry is a highlight for seasonal swimming, fishing and scuba diving. It has picnic facilities, historic log cabins, nature trails and campgrounds. (419) 334-4495 or www.scpd-parks.org. Wolf Creek Park, SR 53 South along the Sandusky River, Fremont — In an area designated scenic by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Natural Areas and Preserves. Gravel roads and parking area. (419) 334-4495, (888) 200-5577 or www.scpd@scpd-parks.org. Woodville Historical Museum, 107 E. Main St., Woodville — History from the first 150 years of Woodville and surrounding area. Exhibits include Indian artifacts as far back as the time of Christ, fossils. 2-4 p.m. Tuesday-Friday.
Seneca County DECEMBER
Dec. 9 — Christmas Lessons & Carols, 4 p.m., Old Trinity Episcopal Church, 125 E. Market St., Tiffin. Enjoy Christmas music and refreshments.
Dec. 9 — “The Nutcracker,” 7:30 p.m., The Ritz Theatre, 30 S. Washington St., Tiffin. The von Heidecke Chicago Festival Balletʼs production of “The Nutcracker” involves more than 16 professional dancers as well as a number of local children. www.ritztheatre.org or (419) 448-8544.
Dec. 10 — Open House and Cookies with Santa and Mrs. Claus, 1-3 p.m., Franciscan Earth Literacy Center, 194 St. Francis
Ave., Tiffin. Meet Santa, Mrs. Claus and the new animals that are living at the center. Free. All ages are welcome to tour the facility. Dec. 10, Jan. 14, Feb. 11, March 11 —Straw Bale House Tour, 2-4 p.m., at Little Portion Green behind the Franciscan Earth Literacy Center, 194 St. Francis Ave., Tiffin. You also can enjoy a home-cooked brunch of local foods at Little Portion Green for a donation on Saturday and Sunday mornings. Reservations for brunch and a tour at the Straw Bale House are available by calling Sister Jane at (567) 207-5393. Dec. 10 — A Heidelberg Christmas, 3 p.m., The Ritz Theatre, 30 S. Washington St., Tiffin. Concert Choir, University-Community Chorus, Chamber Winds and a portion of Handel's “Messiah.” Continued on next page
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Dec. 13 — “Auntie Mame,” Golden Age of Hollywood Matinee Movie Series, 2 p.m., The Ritz Theatre, 30 S. Washington St., Tiffin. www.ritztheatre.org or (419) 448-8544. Dec. 15 — Friday Night Live, 7:30 p.m., Ritz Theatre, 30 S. Washington St., Tiffin. Live music and entertainment in a casual intimate setting. Two or more artists of different genres. The National Theatre at The Ritz. www.ritztheatre.org or (419) 448-8544. Dec. 16 — “Beach Blanket Christmas,” 7:30 p.m., The Ritz Theatre, 30 S. Washington St., Tiffin. Frankie Avalon can look back on a career that spans many generations of music, television and motion pictures. His “Beach Blanket Christmas” show is a mix of his hits including “Venus,” “Beauty School Drop-Out,” “Iʼll Wait for You,” “Dede Dinah” and Christmas classics from the ʼ50s with a few special holiday surprises. www.ritztheatre.org or (419) 448-8544. Dec. 17 — “ A Christmas Story,” 1 p.m. at the Ritz Theatre, 30 S. Washington St., Tiffin. Visit with Santa. Dec. 18 — Allen Eiry Center Christmas Show with “The Late Show,” 7 p.m., 28 Hopewell Ave., Tiffin.
JANUARY
Jan. 12 — Friday Night Live, 7:30 p.m., Ritz Theatre, 30 S. Washington St., Tiffin. Live music and entertainment in a casual intimate setting. Two or more artists of different genres. The National Theatre at The Ritz. www.ritztheatre.org or (419) 448-8544. Jan. 14 — Camden Falls Wedding Showcase, noon-3 p.m. 2460 S. SR 231, Tiffin. (419) 448-7699. Jan. 21—More Than Just a Bridal Fair, noon-3 p.m., ballroom, Meadowbrook Park, 5430 W. Tiffin St., Bascom. Sponsored by Altrusa International of Tiffin, Doors open at 11:30 a.m. with a light lunch available for purchase. Contact tiffinaltrusabridal@yahoo.com. Jan. 20 — Nobodies of Comedy, 7:30 p.m., the Ritz Theatre, 30 S. Washington St., Tiffin. “The funniest up-and-coming comedians in America.” Intended for mature audiences. (419) 448-8544 or www.ritztheatre.org. Jan. 24 — “Captain January,” Golden Age of Hollywood Matinee Movie Series, 2 p.m., The Ritz Theatre, 30 S. Washington St., Tiffin. www.ritztheatre.org or (419) 448-8544.
FEBRUARY
Feb. 2 — Mardi Gras Fundraiser, 6 p.m., Elizabeth Schaefer Auditorium, 190 St. Francis Ave., Tiffin. Live music, games of chance, traditional cajun cuisine and drinks, silent and live auctions and raffle items. Cash bar (21 and older event). Order tickets at website or (419) 447-0435. Deadline for reservations is Jan. 26. Open seating unless purchasing a table of eight. Proceeds benefit the ministries of St. Francis Community. www.sfctiffin.org. Feb. 3 — Camden Falls Tiffin Polar Bear Club Jump, 9 a.m. registration, 9:30 a.m. buffet, 10:30 speaker, 11 a.m. jump. Benefits FACT. Camden Falls, 2460 S. SR 231, Tiffin. $25 for first-time jumper, $20 for return jumper. (419) 448-7699. Feb. 4 — Tiffin Art Guild presents “Anything Goes” Grand Opening, Tiffin Art Guild, 130 S. Washington St., Tiffin. www.tiffinartguild.org. Feb. 8-11 — “How I Learned To Drive,” Gundlach Theatre, Heidelberg University School of Music and Theatre, 310 E. Market St., Tiffin, 7:30 p.m., 2 p.m. Sunday. While Uncle Peck volunteers to teach his niece “Lil Bit” how to drive for the first time, he warns her about certain dangers in the world. Not only does her uncle have a dark secret, so do other members of her family. www.gundlachtheatre.org. Feb. 9 — Friday Night Live, 7:30 p.m., Ritz Theatre, 30 S. Washington St., Tiffin. Live music and entertainment in a casual intimate setting. Two or more artists of different genres. The National Theatre at The Ritz. www.ritztheatre.org or (419) 448-8544. Feb. 10 — Tiffin Historic Trust Victorian Tea, 12:30 p.m., Grammes-Brown House, 172 Jefferson St., Tiffin. Reservations are required. $20 per person. www.tiffinhistorictrust.org or (419) 447-0665.
Feb. 14 — “Morocco,” Golden Age of Hollywood Matinee Movie Series, 2 p.m., The Ritz Theatre, 30 S. Washington St., Tiffin. www.ritztheatre.org or (419) 448-8544. Feb. 16-17, 24-25 — “Deathtrap,” 7:30 p.m., 2 p.m. Sunday, Ritz Players, Ritz Theatre, 30 S. Washington St., Tiffin. Seemingly comfortably ensconced in his charming Connecticut home, Sidney Bruhl, a successful writer of Broadway thrillers, is struggling to overcome a dry spell which has resulted in a string of failures and a shortage of funds. A possible break in his fortunes occurs when he receives a script from a student in the seminar he has been conducting at a nearby college, a thriller which Sidney recognizes immediately as a potential Broadway hit. (419) 448-8544 or www.ritztheatre.org. Feb. 23-24 — Heidelberg University Symphonic Band Concert: “It's a Grand Night for Singing,” 7 p.m., Gundlach Theatre, Heidelberg University, Tiffin. Rogers and Hammerstein's greatest hits performed in collaboration with the symphonic band, theater and vocal programs. www.gundlachtheatre.org
MARCH
March 10 — Tiffin Art Guild presents “Crosses” Grand Opening, Tiffin Art Guild, 130 S. Washington St., Tiffin. www.tiffinartguild.org. March 10 — “Wish You Were Here,” 7:30 p.m., Ritz Theatre, 30 S. Washington St., Tiffin. Theatrical concert combines sight and sound to capture the mood, emotions and intensity of the Pink Floyd experience. A veteran nine-piece musical ensemble featuring six vocalists and a Floydian stage production, including sound effects, videos on a large circle screen, “The Wall” set pieces, flying inflatables and a choreographed light show with rolling fog, moving lasers and state-of-the-art intelligent lighting. (419) 4488544 or www.ritztheatre.org. Continued on next page
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March 9-11 — Seneca County Home & Living Expo, Friday 6-9 p.m., Saturday noon-8 p.m., Sunday noon-4 p.m. Tiffin University's Heminger Center, 350 Miami St., Tiffin. Sponsored by Seneca County Home Builders Association. www.senecacountyhomebuilders.com.
SENECA COUNTY PARK DISTRICT
Programs are free unless otherwise stated and open to the public. Registration is required for all programs except nature walk bird talks and hikes. (419) 435-3915 or scpd_programs@yahoo.com Backpackinʼ Babies, ages birth to 18 months with adult companion Toddler Trots, ages 18 to 36 months with adult companion Preschool Pals, ages 3 to 5 years with adult companion Young Adventurers, ages 6 to 12 years Becoming Maryellen, an American Girl, 6-12 years Track & Trail, ages 12 to 17 years
December
9 — Nature Walk Bird Talk, 8 a.m., Garlo Heritage Nature Preserve. 9 — Family Fun Event “Deer,” 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Garlo Heritage Nature Preserve. 10 — Preschool Pals “Christmas for the Birds,” 2 p.m., Schekelhoff Nature Preserve. 12 — Crafty Creations “Christmas Card Recycling,” 6:30 p.m., Garlo Heritage Nature Preserve. 21 — First Day of Winter hike, 4 p.m., Mercy Community Nature Preserve. 26-28 — Winter Camp for Kids, 9 a.m.-noon, Garlo Heritage Nature Preserve.
ATTRACTIONS
American Civil War Museum of Ohio, 217 S. Washington St., Tiffin — History buffs will learn about the Civil War in this unique educational center. The 10,000 square foot facility offers exhibits, research library, theater and gift shop. Forty hands-on activities are available for visitors to experience a part of history. Hours: Noon-4 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday. By request at (419) 455-9551. Admission $6 for adults, $5 for seniors. (419) 509-0324 or www.acwmo.org. Attica Raceway Park, northeast of the intersection of SR 4 and US 224 in the Attica Fairgrounds, Attica — Sprint car, dirt car and truck racing on Friday nights April through the first weekend in September. (419) 426-1601 or www.atticaracewaypark.com. Ballreich Potato Chip Co., 186 Ohio Ave., Tiffin — Potato chip and snack producer founded in 1920. Tour groups receive a discount on purchases in the store. Tours must have 25 or more people and be scheduled a month or more in advance. (419) 447-1814 or www.ballreich.com. The Enchanted Moment Doll Museum & Gallery Inc., 174 Jefferson St., Tiffin — Antique dolls, contemporary dolls, doll furniture, doll accessories and unique items for sale. The museum is a non-profit organization to preserve the history, science, art and influence of the international doll population. Collection of more then 3,000 dolls and other items from many nations and cultures. Shop offers repair and redress for dolls, along with on-site appraisals for a fee. Admission. Hours: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Wednesday-Friday, 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Saturday. Tours available for individuals or groups; call for reservations. (419) 443-0038 or www.the enchantedmomentdolls.com. Field of Dreams Drive-In, 4041 N. SR. 53, Tiffin — One of Ohioʼs remaining drive-in theaters. (877) 343-5334 or www.fieldofdreamsdrivein.com.
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Fostoria Area Historical Museum, 123 W. North St., Fostoria — Featuring a Fostoria-built Allen motor car, 1941 Seagrave fire truck and Fostoria related historical items and memorabilia. Open 1-4 p.m. Saturdays May-October and by appointment. (419) 4353588. Franciscan Earth Literacy Center, 194 St. Francis Ave., Tiffin — Environmental education center and demonstration facility designed to promote the appreciation of nature and encourage sustainable living practices through indoor and outdoor learning experiences. Registration required for classes and programs. Open 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday. Tours available by appointment. (419) 448-7485 or felctiffin.org. Garlo Heritage Nature Preserve, SR 19 south of Bloomville — Nature preserve owned by Seneca County Park District. Hiking, birdwatching, programs scheduled. (419) 447-8091 or www.senecacountyparks.com. Glass Heritage Gallery, 109 N. Main St., Fostoria — A museum for the glass made in the 10 glass plants in Fostoria 18871920. Open April-December 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday; March 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Thursday-Saturday; closed January-February. (419) 435-5077 or www.fostoriaglass.com. Grammes-Brown House, 172 Jefferson St., Tiffin — Former home of prominent Tiffin family built in 1800s. Available for tours, lunches or meetings. Gardens open in summertime. Tours by appointment. (419) 447-4789 or www.tiffinhistorictrust.com. Howard Collier State Nature Preserve, 1655 W. TR 38, Tiffin, 3 1/2 miles northeast of McCutchenville — Woods, spring wildflowers, bird watching, hiking. (419) 983-6319. LE & W Historic Train Depot, 128 W. North St., Fostoria — (419) 435-1781. Ritz Theatre, 30 S. Washington St., Tiffin — Historic 1928 vaudeville theater restored to its original beauty in the late 1990s. Performances by internationally know artists and groups, plus local theatre and musical productions. Arrange a tour by calling (419) 448-8544, ext 14. (419) 448-8544 or www.ritztheatre.org. St. Paulʼs United Methodist Church, 46 Madison St., Tiffin — First public building wired for electricity during construction. Chandelier donated by Thomas Edison. Tours by appointment. (419) 447-1743.
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Seneca Caverns, four miles south of Bellevue, via SR 18 South or SR 269 South — Caves, passageways, a river with no beginning and no end and fish that cannot see. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday May-mid-October. Admission. (419) 483-6711 or www.senecacavernsohio.com. Seneca County Museum, 28 Clay St., Tiffin — A 1853 Greek Revival house museum containing a large collection of Tiffin Glass, plus many other historical items and memorabilia. Located in the home of Tiffinʼs first millionaire, Rezin Shawhan. Open 1-5 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday, plus 1-4 p.m. first and third Saturdays AprilSeptember; other times by appointment. (419) 447-5955 or www.senecacountymuseum.com. Sorrowful Mother Shrine, 4106 SR 269, Bellevue — Acres of wooded serenity featuring the Stations of the Cross, a chapel filled with relics of miracles and an outdoor chapel for summer services. Cafeteria and gift shop. Masses: 9 a.m., 11 a.m. Sundays; 11 a.m. daily; Vigil Mass 4 p.m. Saturday. (419) 483-3435 or www.sorrowfulmothershrine.org. Springville Marsh State Nature Preserve, southwest Seneca County, north of Carey on TR 24 — Marsh, meadow, birdwatching, hiking. Wheelchair accessible. A boardwalk trail system which connects to an observation tower and wildlife blind. The boardwalk does not have kick rails and therefore it is recommended that users in wheelchairs not attempt to use the trail alone. (419) 983-6319. Tiffin Art Guild, 130 S. Washington St., Tiffin — A place where artists gather, share and participate in visual arts. (419) 443-0478 or www.tiffinartguild.org. Tiffin Glass Museum and Shoppe, 25-27 S. Washington St., Tiffin — Museum displaying a collection of historical Tiffin Glass made from 1898-1980 at the Tiffin Glass factory at Fourth Avenue and Vine Street, Tiffin. Items from area dealers for sale in shop. Open 1-5 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday and other times by appointment. Tours available. (419) 448-0200 or www.tiffinglass.org. Tiffin Train Depot, 65 N. Monroe St., Tiffin — One of the few train depots remaining in northwest Ohio. Viewing of restored train depot from outside. Equine Health Care Products Farrier Supplies Horse Tack English Tack Saddles Bridles Halters Buckets Feed Pans Brushes Clothing Jewelry Gift Items Cowboy Hats Custom Made Holsters New Rocky Work Boots New & Used Cowboy Boots Custom Leather Work & Repair
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A family completes a glow tubing run at Snow Trails.
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MANSFIELD — Snow Trails Winter Resort is expanding its glow tubing weekend options this winter. “This will be our third year for it,” said general manager Scott Crislip. “The first year we had one, and it was very successful. Then last year, we put three of them on the schedule.” This year, five weekends of glow tubing are planned, Jan. 5-7, Jan. 19-21, Feb. 2-4, Feb. 9-11 and March 2-4. Each evening begins at 5 p.m., but ending times vary, depending on other activities such as night skiing taking place on the hills. Friday and Saturday nights last until between midnight and 2 a.m., while Sunday evenings end at 9:30 p.m. “We turn off the lights on the tubing hill and light it with LED lights and flashing lights,” Crislip said. “Every year we get a little bit more creative on it.” People can tube down the hill by the glow of the lights. “It’s kind of a neat little twist to tubing,” he said. “We saw it in a ski area out west and we thought we would try it. It’s the only one in Ohio we know of.” Tubers ride to the bottom of the hill and then stand on a conveyor system “kind of like a people mover at the airports” that take them back to the top of the hill, he said. “There’s no climbing back to the top,” he said. People of all ages enjoy tubing, Crislip said. Children’s tubes are smaller, but there are no age or height restrictions. Adult supervision is required. “There’s no experience necessary, and it’s for all ages — children to grandparents,” he said. Page 44 WinterGuide 2018
Adults cannot hold children on their laps, but they can link tubes. The tubing hill has seven lanes that stretch 1,100 feet from top, beginning with a 100-foot vertical drop down the first 500 feet, and ending with a mellow 600 feet of run-out to the bottom. Lanes have a groomed center surface with snow banks on each side, running from top to bottom. Tubers can choose from a variety of lanes with different types of rollers and surface conditions that make a tube go at moderate speeds or faster. The $25-per-person admission fee ($15 for children ages 5 and younger) includes two hours of tubing on the lanes, use of a snow tube and the lift, plus a few extras. “We give out trinkets such as bracelets you crack open and wear,” he said. A disc jockey plays music at the base of the hill. “We just kind of make a nice fun atmosphere,” he said. “We have a small tubing lodge for hot chocolate, snacks and stuff like that. We also have a patio with picnic tables and a fire pit.” The method of reserving a two-hour time slot is changing this year, Crislip said. “Online purchases are required,” he said. “Because of the popularity of it, people were waiting in long lines.” He said the resort wanted to alleviate lines. Instead, tickets go on sale six days in advance of each scheduled day, and there are a limited number of tickets available. “We sell them in two-hour increments,” he said. In addition to glow tubing, Snow Trails offers skiing and snowboarding, and daytime tubing. For more information on how to get tickets, visit the website, www.snowtrails.com, or call (419) 756-7768. Snow Trails address is 3100 Possum Run Road, Mansfield, OH 44903.
Wood County DECEMBER
Dec. 10 — Holiday Open House, Fort Meigs, 29100 W. River Road, Perrysburg. (419) 874-4121 or www.fortmeigs.org. War of 1812 soldiers and civilians will be on hand to provide demonstrations and answer questions about the War of 1812 and camp life. Enjoy holiday music, refreshments and hands-on activities for holiday gifts. Fort open noon-5 p.m. Event hours 1-4 p.m. Dec. 10 — Beekerʼs Family & Friends Night, 4-7 p.m., Beekerʼs General Store, 226 E. Front St., Pemberville. Shopping, refreshments and fold a recycled Christmas card into a keepsake box with Nedra. (419) 287-3274 or www.beekersgeneralstore.com. Dec. 17 — Revive with Tea and Chocolates, noon-4 p.m., Beekerʼs General Store, 226 E. Front St., Pemberville. (419) 2873274 or www.beekersgeneralstore.com.
JANUARY
Jan. 6 — Silent Movie Night, Pemberville Opera House, 115 Main St., Pemberville. Classic entertainment, with the piano accompaniment of Lynne Long. Opera House Concert Series, 7:30 p.m. $12. www.pembervilleoperahouse.org. Jan. 27 — Sampling Saturday tasting event, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Beekerʼs General Store, 226 E. Front St., Pemberville. (419) 2873274 or www.beekersgeneralstore.com. In honor of the “Big Game” in February, Beekerʼs General Store is gathering its best food vendors for a taste testing extravaganza. Amish edibles, local honey, homemade baked goods, Giannoʼs chocolates, Sechlerʼs pickles, Faro coffee and more. Guests also will have a chance to meet vendors. Recipes incorporating products that are sold will be available.
FEBRUARY
Feb. 3 — Heartland Sings, Pemberville Opera House, 115 Main St., Pemberville. The vocal group of five voices performs a capella music. Opera House Concert Series, 7:30 p.m. $12. www.pembervilleoperahouse.org. Feb. 9-11 — Winterfest BG Chillabration, downtown Bowling Green, Main and Clough streets. Free admission. Ice carving demonstrations, children's activities, parks and recreation activities, chili and soup cook-off, Winterfest Market and the Chillabration tent, which serves beer, wine and snacks with live entertainment appropriate for all ages. Feb. 10, 11, 17 — For the Love of Art, Pemberville Opera House, 115 Main St., Pemberville. Area high school students and graduates of the past three years have been invited to enter the show. It will feature more than150 pieces and is free, Saturdays 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and Sunday noon-4 p.m. For the Love of Art is sponsored by the Pemberville Opera House and interested businesses. (419) 287-3274 or www.pembervilleoperahouse.org.
MARCH
March 3 — Corn Potato Duo, Pemberville Opera House, 115 Main St., Pemberville. The Corn Potato Duo has earned high praise in traditional American music, performing old time fiddle and banjo music. Opera House Concert Series, 7:30 p.m. $12. www.pembervilleoperahouse.org.
ATTRACTIONS
Boomtown Historic District, Bowling Green — A 1.67-mile walking tour through town featuring 95 residences. The district was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1987. A shorter route is through the Main Street Historic District. (419) 3544332 or www.downtownbgohio.org. Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green — Beginning as Bowling Green Normal School in 1914, the university now has more than 100 buildings on 1,300 acres. (419) 372-2531 or www.bgsu.edu. Bowling Green Wind Farm, US 6 and Tontogany Road. — The first two turbines were dedicated Nov. 7, 2003, and two additional turbines were dedicated Nov. 19, 2004. The total height of the turbine is 391 feet with each weighing 22,000 pounds. City of Bowling Green, Department of Public Utilities (419) 354-6246 or Bowling
Green Convention and Visitors Bureau, (419) 353-9445 or www.bgohio.org. Canal Experience at Providence Metropark – 13827 US 24 W., Grand Rapids. Authentic mule-drawn canal boat with original locks. Water-powered Ludwig Mill and General Store. WednesdaySaturday May-October. For hours of boat rides, (419) 407-9741 or www.metroparkstoledo.com. Fort Meigs State Memorial, Perrysburg — During the War of 1812, American soldiers held off British and Indian troops at the fort. Reconstructed fort houses exhibits on the Northwest Campaign and the typical life of a 19th-century soldier. Adults $7, seniors $6, students $3, Ohio Historical Society members and children 5 and younger free. Fort open April-October. Museum and visitor center open all year, 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday, noon5 p.m. Sundays. Open holidays except Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Yearʼs Day. Call for holiday hours. (800) 283-8916. Historical Construction Equipment Museum, 16623 Liberty Hi Road, Bowling Green, OH 43402 — The museum is dedicated to the history of the construction, dredging and surface mining equipment industries. The museum houses more than 40 machines, some of which are restored and operable. By appointment only. (419) 352-5616, fax (419) 352-6086, www.hcea.net or info@hcea.net. The Little Red Schoolhouse — The Educational Memorabilia Center is a historic collection of more than 3,000 items related to education on display in a one-room schoolhouse, built in 1875 near Norwalk, and dismantled and reassembled in 1975 on the Bowling Green State University campus. Tour guides can be arranged to provide a 20-minute orientation to the schoolhouse. (419) 3727401. Mary Jane Thurston State Park, 1466 SR 65, Grand Rapids — Providence Dam and Canal Lock. Camping, fishing, towpath, hiking, public boat launch. (419) 832-7662. Pemberville Opera House, 115 Main St., Pemberville — In 1891, during the height of the oil boom, construction began on a Pemberville town hall with its own opera house on the second floor, completed at a cost under $6,000. On July 5, 1892, the opera house boasted folding seats for 250 people as well as a "modern stage." In addition to entertainment, the house was turned into a basketball court. Through the 1920s and 1930s, the opera house hosted dances, concerts, lectures, political meetings, socials. husking bees, graduation ceremonies, Boy Scout meetings, class plays and holiday parties. During World War II, opera house use was stopped. It lay dormant until the early 1990s when the historical society took interest. By 1998 enough funds were raised to start the restoration process. Today, the restored theater features an annual concert series, youth theater camps and other events. www.pembervilleoperahouse.org or (419) 287-4848. Seven Eagles Historical Education Center, 16486 Wapakoneta Road, south of Grand Rapids and north of SR 6 — Outdoor living history site with 40 acres of Black Swamp woods, a two-acre pond and open meadows. There are a recreated 50-foot Woodland Indian longhouse and 20-foot wigwam, a Scottish tavern, trappers lodge, blacksmith shop, 212-year-old pioneer log house, trading post and Marlow Education Hall. The facilities are open for school tours, scout events and festivals on an arranged basis. (419) 509-0095 or www.seven-eagles.com. Slippery Elm Trail, Bowling Green, Rudolph, North Baltimore — Owned by the Wood County Park District, the trail is a corridor through the heart of the county for bicycling, walking, running, inline skating, wheel chairs and horseback riding. (419) 353-1897 or (800) 321-1897. Snook's Dream Cars, 13920 County Home Road, Bowling Green — Vintage cars in period setting; a unique homage to the automobile of the ʼ30s, ʼ40s, ʼ50s and ʼ60s. Open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday and 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. $6. Call to confirm hours at (419) 353-8338. www.snooksdreamcars.com. Wood County Courthouse, East Court and North Prospect streets, Bowling Green — Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the courthouse has been in use since the late 1890s. The Richardson Romanesque style features stone sculpturing, stained glass and a functioning clock tower. The tower stands 195 feet tall and the clock is 16 feet in diameter. Tours are available by appointment only. (419) 354-9000. Continued on next page
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Wood County Historical Museum, 13660 County Home Road, Bowling Green — The museum is the site of the former county infirmary, which operated from 1869 to 1971, and became a museum in 1975. Visitors find a variety of educational experiences, including more than 30 exhibit rooms depicting the original uses of the building as well as a wealth of information on the history of Wood County and northwestern Ohio. www.woodcountyhistory.org or (419) 3520967.
Wyandot County DECEMBER
Through Dec. 30 — Fantasy of Lights, Harrison Smith Park, just east of downtown Upper Sandusky, Monday-Thursday 6-8 p.m., Friday-Sunday 6-10 p.m. Cars $5, commercial vans $15, tour buses $50. Harrison Smith Park is transformed into a fabulous light show. Through the volunteer efforts of many individuals, organizations and businesses, the 33 acres of the park are ablaze with millions of lights and unique light displays along the drive through the park. www.uppersfantasyoflights.org. Dec. 2-3, 9-10 — Christmas Open House, Wyandot County Museum, 130 S. 7th St., Upper Sandusky. www.wyandothistory.org or (419) 294-3857. Dec. 2 2-8 p.m., Dec. 3 1-4 p.m., Dec. 9-10 15 p.m. Dec. 9 — Home for the Holidays 5K, 130 W. Johnson St., Upper Sandusky. Enjoy a beautiful run through downtown Upper Sandusky. Race begins at John Stewart United Methodist Church at 9 a.m.; registration opens at 8. Runners are treated to a free pancake breakfast following the race. (419) 764-0127 or (419) 3100720. Dec. 9 — Rotary Pancake Breakfast. 8-10 a.m., John Stewart United Methodist Church, 130 W. Johnson St., Upper Sandusky. Dec. 9 — Home for the Holidays, downtown Upper Sandusky. A day filled with children's activities, such as crafts, prizes, and specials at shops and restaurants. The parade with bands, floats and Santa and Mrs. Claus. Tree lighting ceremony at the courthouse followed by visits and pictures with Santa, caroling and the beautiful window decorations. Merchants open late. Dec. 9 — Upper Sandusky Holiday Parade, 5 p.m., downtown Upper Sandusky. Dec. 9-10 — Mohawk Historical Society Open House, Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sunday 1-4 p.m., 101-105 N. Sycamore Ave., Sycamore. www.facebook.com/Mohawk-Historical-Society156135234417971/. Dec. 10 — Holiday Parade, 5:30 p.m., Nevada. Continued on next page
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Dec. 12 — Mocktail Party, 5-7 p.m., Wyandot County Museum, 130 S. 7th St., Upper Sandusky. www.wyandothistory.org or (419) 294-3857.
FEBRUARY
Feb. 11 — Bedazzle Bridal Show 2018, noon-2:30 p.m., Wyandot County Fairgrounds, Masters Building, 10171 SR 53 N., Upper Sandusky. More than 50 exhibitors, plus door prizes for all registered brides and food tasting. Contact: Wyandot Chamber (419) 294-3349. Feb. 17 — Sycamore Volunteer Fire Department Gun Raffle, Community Center, 3498 SR 103, Sycamore. www.sycamorecommunitycenter.com.
MARCH
March 4 — Bridal Fair, Community Center, 3498 SR 103, Sycamore. www.sycamorecommunitycenter.com.
ATTRACTIONS
Indian Trail Caverns and Sheriden Cave research site, 722 SR 568, Carey — Recent excavations at the site have provided a glimpse of what life was like during the last ice age. The Sheriden cave site has yielded more than 10,000 specimens and artifacts, which include more than 65 species that lived in Ohio prior to the last glacial coverage of the region. Guided tours of Indian Trail Caverns provide a view of the archeology and geology of the region. The caverns are open 1-5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Cash admission. (419) 387-7773 or www.indiantrailcaverns.com. Indian Mill State Memorial/Milling Museum, CR 47 off SR 67
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three miles northeast of Upper Sandusky along the Sandusky River — Original mill was built in 1861. The restored three-story structure replaces the original one-story building that the U. S. government built in 1820 to reward the loyalty of local Wyandot Indians during the War of 1812. Open 1-4:30 p.m. May 31-Oct. 31, closed Memorial Day. Admission. (419) 294-3857 or (419) 294-3556 for tours. Killdeer Plains Wildlife Area, northwestern edge of Marion County outside of Harpster — Wetlands and prairie areas. Bird watching, hunting, fishing. (800) 945-3543. Mohawk Historical Society, 101 N. Sycamore Ave., Sycamore, OH 44882. (419) 927-2969 or www.facebook.com/pages/Mohawk-Historical-Society/156135234417971. Our Lady of Consolation Basilica and National Shrine, 315 Clay St., Carey — Pilgrimages and tours. Open for prayer 24 hours a day. Mass schedule: Easter-Oct. 31 8 and 10 a.m., noon Sunday, 7 and 11 a.m., 5:30 p.m. Saturday; Nov. 1-Palm Sunday 9 and 11 a.m. Sunday, 7 and 11 a.m., 5:30 p.m. Saturday. Weekday Masses 7 and 11 a.m. Devotions 2:30 p.m. Sunday. Sacrament of Reconciliation 4-5 p.m. Saturday. Gift shop 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; closed 2:30 p.m. Sunday for devotions and noon-3 p.m. Good Friday. (419) 396-3355 or www.olcshrine.com. Overland Inn, McCutchenville — Built in the 1800s, the original stagecoach stop looks like it did when it was a stop between Cincinnati and Lake Erie. Open 1-4:30 p.m. Saturday-Sunday May 7-Oct. 1. www.wyandothistory.org or for tours (419) 294-3857. Wyandot County Museum, 130 S. Seventh St., Upper Sandusky — Victorian house, furnished according to era, Indian and military displays, doll collection, seasonal events and displays. May 7-Oct. 31 1-4:30 p.m. Friday-Sunday and by appointment. www.wyandothistory.org. Wyandot Mission Church, 200 E. Church St., Upper Sandusky — The first Methodist Mission in the United States, it is only mission built with government funds. Services are held in the mission during the summer. The interior contains paintings of some of the well known Wyandot Indians. It was designated a national shrine of the Methodist Church in 1960. (419) 294-2867.
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