THE BIG TO DO

SAT, July 1

[boxing]

ESPN Top Rank Boxing Toledo’s own Jared Anderson will square off with Zhan Kossobutskiy in the main event. $43-$253. 6pm. Huntington Center, 500 Jefferson Ave. 419-255-3300. huntingtoncentertoledo.com.

FRI, July 7

[festivals & fairs]

Grand Rapids Rally by the River Days Celebrate summer along the river and enjoy the Front Street Parade, Chicken BBQ, the Annual Rubber Duck Race, and so much more. 5pm. Also on Saturday, July 8, 10am and Sunday, July 9, 11am. Downtown Grand Rapids, Front St., Grand Rapids. visitgrandrapidsohio.com.

[outdoor concerts, classic rock]

Killer Queen - Patrick Meyer pays homage to one of the greatest rock bands, Queen, with his uncanny tribute to the legendary Freddy Mercury. Food trucks on site. $15-$65. 5pm. Promenade Park, 400 Water St. promedicalive.com.

[fundraisers]

Boiler BBQ Bash Fundraiser

As a result of Christmas weekend storms, the Wood County Museum suffered over $50,000 in water damage. As a result, the Museum is closed to the public until further notice. This fundraiser will help to offset lost revenue from admission and event & program sales. Featuring Nikki D & the Sisters of Thunder. $60. 6-9pm. Wood County Museum, 13660 County Home Rd.,Bowling Green. woodcountyhistory.org.

SUN, July 9

Sunday Evening Toledo Lighthouse Dinner Cruise

Enjoy an evening dinner cruise with Toledo Harbour Lighthouse Society. See the Maumee River where it enters Maumee Bay - Grassy Island, Turtle Island and the iconic Toledo Lighthouse. Tickets available on Eventbrite. $50. 6:30-9pm. Glass City Pearl, 444 N. Summit St. toledoharbourlighthouse.org.

FRI, July 14 [breakfast]

18th Annual African American Festival CityWide Prayer Breakfast

The 18th annual festival kicks off with a prayer breakfast. Tickets available at Toledo Urban Federal Credit Union. $10. 8-10am. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. toledourban.net

[fundraisers]

Lakeside Reading Retreat

Bring a book (or borrow one!) and join the Northwest Ohio Teen Book Festival for a Lakeside Reading Retreat! Take in panoramic views of Maumee Bay and Lake Erie from a spacious private home in Point Place. Find a comfortable spot inside or outside and get ready to be pampered and relax. Each ticket includes a 4 hour session, meal, and beverages. Tickets available on Eventbrite. $60. 6pm. Also on Saturday, July 15, 8am-10pm. 5922 Lakeside Ave. nwoteenbookfest.com.

SATURDAY, July 15 [paranormal, author events]

Searching the Unknown: Paranormal Investigation and Celebrity Meet & Greet - The Collingwood Arts Center presents an event that combines paranormal investigation, celebrity meet & greet, and suicide prevention awareness. Renowned paranormal investigator Dustin Pari, who is a former cast member of the popular television series Ghost Hunters and the author of several books on the paranormal, will join the VIP paranormal investigation. Tickets available on Eventbrite. $20-$50. 6pm. Collingwood Arts Center, 2413 Collingwood Blvd. collingwoodartscenter.org.

Sneaking around the Glass City Center

On Saturday, July 8 from 2-5pm, head to the Glass City Center for a sneaker convention. Lovers of sneakers will experience different brands and styles of the shoes along with other vendors. Tickets are $15. 401 Jefferson Ave., Toledo. 419-255-3300. glasscitycenter.com.

The Ability Center’s Library Takeover

Empower, Educate, and Explore: The Ability Center Takes Over Toledo’s Library! Toledo’s downtown branch will host fun and educational activities during this family-friendly event to empower, educate, and include people of all abilities. Saturday, July 22, Noon-4pm. Main Library, 325 N. Michigan St. toledolibrary.org. Free.

WED, July 19 [live music, rap & hip hop)

Snoop Dogg w. Wiz Khalifa and Ying Yang Twins: Celebrating 30 Years of Doggystyle - Living Legend Snoop Dogg headlines an epic show celebrating 30 years of the masterpiece Doggystyle. Also featuring Wiz Khalifa, & Ying Yang Twins. $69-$199. 6pm. Huntington Center, 500 Jefferson Ave. huntingtoncentertoledo.com

THURS, July 20 [visual arts, mental health]

Create Now - Create Now is offered as part of the Creative Expressions program by NAMI Greater Toledo and Mental Health and Recovery Services Board of Lucas County. Explore a variety of art techniques and experience the power of art. Ages 15+ welcome to attend. Registration on Eventbrite. For more information please contact Sonya Quinn at 419-243-1119 ext. 103 or squinn@ namitoledo.org. 9am-2pm. Main Library, 325 N. Michigan St. namitoledo.org.

[parties & reunions]

36th Annual Party in the Parking Lot - The annual party features food trucks and live music from Ramona Collins & Trez Gregory, Hear Now, The Amelia Airhearts and U2 tribute band headliner One. $15 advance, $20 at the door. 6pm. The Toledo Club, 235 14th St. toledoclub.org

[zoos & animals, Christmas]

Christmas in July - It’s a slice of Lights way Before Christmas (not the full electrical spectacle, though!) Listen to holiday music while strolling through the Zoo’s south side. Enjoy strolling performances, glowin-the-dark mini golf, festive crafts, and more! $13$15, zoo members free. 7-11pm. Also on Saturday, July 22. Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way. toledozoo.org.

SUNDAY, July 23 [handicraft markets, craft beer]

Crafts & Drafts - Craft Beer meets Craft Show. Shop unique arts & crafts by Toledo artists in the Maumee Bay Brewing Co. event warehouse. 10am-3pm. Maumee Bay Brewing Co., 201 Morris St. 419-243-1302. mbaybrew.com.

TUES,

July 11 [kayaking, canoeing]

Paddle the Pond - Get in a canoe or kayak and enjoy the pond. A safety and skills instructor will be available for introductory instruction. All boats, life jackets, and paddles are provided. Kayaks, canoes, and gear are available on a firstcome, first-served basis. 4-7:30pm. W.W. Knight Nature Preserve, 29530 White Rd., Perrysburg. woodcountyparkdistrict.org.

WED, July 12 [glass art, craft beer]

Stained Glass Art Class -

Try something new at Maumee Bay Brewing Co.! Stained glass art class with host What the Flux Studio. Learn to cut, grind, and solder your own piece. This specific class will be making a craft beer piece. Tickets available on Eventbrite. $65. 6-9pm. Maumee Bay Brewing Co., 27 Broadway St. 419-243-1302. mbbc.com

Monday, July 17 [tea, crafts]

Possibilit”teas” Chai Sugar Scrub Tea Class

- Join the Wood County Museum and The Summer Kitchen Girls and explore all of the possibilities of tea! Sip on some chai as we talk about this delicious tea and tell you how to infuse it into a yummy treat we will snack on. Then we will create a chai hand and body scrub for you to take home. $35. 6-7:30pm. Wood County Museum, 13660 County Home Rd., Bowling Green. woodcountyhistory.org.

MONDAY, July 24 [home & garden]

Intro to Pressure Canning - It is easy to store home-canned goods, they are readily available year-round, and they make excellent gifts. This class will provide clear demonstrations and instructions on pressure canning from beginning to end. $30. 5:30-7:30. The 577 Foundation, 577 East Front St., Perrysburg. 577foundation.org.

FRI, July 21 [civic benefit, mental health]

NAMI’s African American Leadership Initiative 10th Annual Summit - Gun Violence: A Conversation On How It Has Affected African American Men’s Mental Health - Featuring Cecil Holston as Speaker for the day and Charles Williams, Willie Knighten and Cecil Holston for a panel discussion. The focus this year is on exploring ways to promote mental health & wellness and safety within the African American community, and to empower leaders to take action towards this goal. Registration is available

TUESDAY, July 25 [book clubs]

The Salty Reads Book Club: We Read Banned Books - The Salt Cave of Perrysburg with Gathering Volumes presents this monthly banned books book club in a unique environment. To reserve a seat, make sure to call the Salt Cave at (419) 873-7300. 6-7pm. The Salt Cave of Perrysburg, 318 Louisiana Ave., Perrysburg. saltcaveofperrysburg.com.

Looking for a quick change of scenery and a taste of something different? Check out our sister Current magazine (covering Ann Arbor), at ecurrent.com, to explore film, art, music and more.

July 14 through July 16

The 40th Annual African World Festival - Join The Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History at Hart Plaza for this 3-day celebration of the beauty, strength, and spirit of the African Diaspora. Among the headliner acts are Parliament Funkadelic featuring George Clinton, stages filled with entertainment, and over 125 vendors offering food, clothing, health products, visual arts, live demonstrations, community resources and more! $10-$135. Hart Plaza, 1 Hart Plaza, Detroit, MI. thewright.org.

July 20 through July 22

The Ann Arbor Art Fair

Taking place in downtown Ann Arbor, the Ann Arbor Art Fair is the largest juried art fair in the nation with nearly 1,000 artists. Ann Arbor Art Fair consists of three independently juried, nonprofit art fairs that run concurrently: Ann Arbor Street Art Fair, The Original; Ann Arbor Summer Art Fair; and Ann Arbor State Street Art Fair. Shuttle service is available, and highly recommended. See website for details. The event starts at 10am on all three days. Downtown Ann Arbor. theannarborartfair.com.

SATURDAY, July 29 [markets & shopping]

Toledo Night Market - A stroll through the market at twilight is a great way to enjoy the warehouse district. Featuring lights, food trucks, shopping, craft drinks and live music. $5 admission. 6-11pm. Toledo Farmers’ Market, 525 Market St. toledonightmarket.com.

SAT, July [parties29& reunions]

Kip’s Reunion/ Appreciation Night

If you partied, played, or worked at one of the Kip’s venues (Kip’s South, Roxanne’s, Crobar, etc.) this night’s for you. DJ Mattimoe will be spin ning some 80s and 90s hard rock and metal on the patio and The Switchboard’s amazing bartenders will have your favorite beverages flowing. 9pm. The Switchboard, 912 Monroe St. switchboard419.com.

SUNDAY, July 30 [boating, drinks]

Toledo Spirits Sunday Booze Cruise Enjoy a Sunday afternoon of fun and cocktails as the Toledo Spirits team takes over the Sandpiper for a Sunday Funday Booze Cruise. Tickets available on Eventbrite. $55. The Sandpiper, 1 Jefferson Ave. jmcruiselines.com/the-sandpiper.