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South Shore Veterans Park/Haley Boardwalk/Oregon Trail Bike Path Boardwalk on Maumee Bay, fitness trail, picnic area, children’s playground along Bayshore Rd. Oregon Boat Ramp Launch for small craft and wave runners.

Coontz Recreation Complex Baseball, softball, soccer, skate park, children’s play area. Host of Ohio Softball Special Olympics September 15, 2018.

Brandville School Historical school house open every Thursday from 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. or call for scheduled tours at 419-693-7052.

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Hit the links, Play a round The Maumee Bay area’s many golf courses offer a wide range of skill levels and price ranges to appeal to any hacker.

Bayview Retiree’s Golf Association, 3910 N. Summit St., Toledo.

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Twelve holes. Par 34. Snack bar available.

Eighteen holes. Par 71. Pro shop, club rental and restaurant/ snack bar available.

Cro Crosswinds Golf Club, 8205 Frem Fremont Pike (US 20), three mile miles east of I-75 in Perrysburg Tow Township. 419-872-4653, http http://www.crosswindsgolfclub. com Eighteen holes. Par 70. Pro sho shop, driving range, restauran rant/snack bar available.

Chippewa Golf Club & Pro Shop, 23550 W. SR 579, Curtice. 419-836-8111, or chippewa579.com.\ Eighteen holes. Par 71.

Pro shop, club rental and snack bar/restaurant available.

Collins Park Golf Course, 624 Reineck Dr., Toledo, 419693-1991, www.golftoledoohio. com/collins-park-golf-course Nine holes. Par 36. Pro shop, club rental and restaurant/snack bar available.

Detwiler Golf Course, 4001 N. Summit St., Toledo. 419-7269353 or detwilerparkgc.com Eighteen holes. Par 71. Pro shop, club rental, driving range available.

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Eagle’s Landing Golf Club, 5530 Bay Shore Rd., Oregon. 419-6974653 or eagleslandinggolfclub.net Eighteen holes. Par 72. Pro shop, club rental, driving range and restaurant/snack bar available.

Hidden Hills Golf Club, 4900 CR 16, Woodville. 419-849-3693 or www.hiddenhillsgc.net Eighteen holes. Par 71. Pro shop, club rental, restaurant/ snack bar available.

Su Sugar Creek Golf Course & Dr Driving Range, 950 W. Elmore Ea Eastern Rd., Elmore. 419-86225 or www.sugarcreekel2551 m more.com Eighteen holes. Par 70.

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TangleWood Golf Course, 9802 Dowling Rd., Perrysburg. 419-8331725 or tanglewoodgolfclub.net Eighteen holes. Par 27. Pro shop, club rental, restaurant/snack bar.

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Maumee Bay State Park Golf Course, 1400 State Park Rd. Oregon. 419-836-9009 or 1-800-282-7275, www.hiddenhillsgc.net Eighteen holes. Par 72. Pro shop, club rental, driving range, restaurant/snack bar available.

Oak Harbor Golf Club, 10433 W. Oak Harbor Southeast Rd., Oak Harbor. 419-898-1493 or oakharborgolfclub.com Eighteen holes. Par 72. Club rental, driving range, restaurant, snack bar available.

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11. Historic Lyme Village 12. Joe’s Pizza 13. Lake Erie Shores & Islands 14. Maumee Bay General Store 15. Meinke Marina

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Time to change strategies for observing fall migration alBirders know something the calendar doesn’t.

Fall comes early. all At least in the world of birds. Fall migration, the massive movement of ts birds from north to south, has its roots ts in July, and each species travels in its own time. o Shorebirds are the earliest to ll head south, though some species will e likely linger into November. By late e, summer, blackbirds, for example, e were already flocking and adult male e ruby-throated hummingbirds were getting more and more scarce.

Don’t take those humming-bird feeders down yet, though..

And, if you want the chance to see one of the rare hummingbirds that can show up here in November or even December, keep those feeders cleaned and refilled regularly until then.

As local birding expert Greg Links noted, the fall is both a wonderful and bittersweet time.

Yellow-bellied flycatch ers, shown here in a “Fall migration is always a Lake Erie marsh, are onrush of songbirds tha amon t migrate through our reg bittersweet pill to swallow,” Greg tering grounds. Fall mi ion every fall on their wa g the gration is less frantic, said. “It’s great having the influx quieter and more wides y to winspring, when there is the pread than push to get to breeding of diversity into our area but, of territories. (Photo by Art Weber) course, it also means winter is coming faster than maybe we’d like. uth- ent proposition than finding spring “Many shorebirds have been southbound since the Fourth of July or so, migrants,” Greg said. “While spring Greg recommends looking for fall and even a few songbirds like yellow migrants are often tied to geographical warblers in Oak Openings Metropark, warblers, Baltimore and orchard orioles features like the Lake Erie shoreline, fall especially along Oak Openings Parkway have been on the move since July.” migrants tend to be spread out over the between the White Oak Picnic Area and For those interested in viewing entire area. That means you’re just as Reed Road, and along the Swan Creek shorebirds. Greg recommends a vis- likely to have productive birding days corridor where it crosses Reed Road. it to Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge in your neighborhood woodlot.”

“Pearson Metropark can be producand Howard Marsh Metropark, which Would-be birders also need to be tive,” Greg said. “Magee Marsh is usuopened this spring. aware that some of the birds will have ally interesting and Maumee Bay State “Ottawa and Howard will be great done a changeover in wardrobe.

Park is a much better fall warbler watchfor shorebirds this fall,” he said. “Kudos “If you’re looking for warblers, ing locale than in the spring. to the staffs at both those marshes for many of them won’t look like they did in “Howard Marsh has been a huge managing for them.”

May,” Greg said. “Species like blackpoll success with both birds and birders so Pickerel Creek Wildlife Area near warbler and chestnut-sided warblers are far. Though black-necked stilts have Fremont is also a nice hot spot, he said. completely different and you’ll need to been expanding their range in recent Every year, warblers and other neo- learn those plumages. years, they are still a genuine rarity in tropical migrants are coming through “Many, however, are just dull ver- Ohio and it is likely at least three pairs in large numbers from more northerly sions of their spring attire, and you’ll be nested at Howard this summer, which is nesting grounds. able to identify most – adults anyway – fantastic news. It also means that these “They’ll peak just after Labor Day,” without too much imagination.” birds will likely return next spring.

Greg said. “September is second only to “Wilson’s phalarope was also conDifferent, too, is the sound. Fall mithe month of May in terms of numbers gration is quieter than spring. firmed breeding at Howard, a species of species found in Northwest Ohio.

“Another thing to keep in mind that has had very few nesting attempts Songbirds, shorebirds, raptors and some is that most fall migrants do not sing, in Northwest Ohio ever. Uncommon ducks are all headed for better weather which can make finding them a bit more summering ducks also took advantage of and finding a hundred species or more challenging,” Greg said. “They tend to the Metropark - both lesser and greater on a September day isn’t difficult.” rove through woods and wooded edg- scaup, redheads and even a canvasback Birders need to change their strate- es in mixed feeding flocks and you can spent the summer there. There is no gy for observing fall migration. often detect them by hearing their high question that Howard Marsh Metropark “Finding fall migrants is a differ- pitched ‘zeeps’ and ‘seets.’”

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Time to change strategies for observing fall migration Continued from page 6 has already established itself as a prime destination for birders from both near and far.”

Raptors – birds of prey – often put on quite a fall show in our region.

“If raptors are your thing, then fall is your season,” Greg said.

One of the best places to view their migration is Lake Erie Metropark in southern Wayne County Michigan, just 45 minutes north of Toledo off I-75.

“It’s the best hawk-watching site in the interior of North America. In September, hundreds of thousands of broad-winged hawks pass over the Detroit River and continue their journey to the southwest. Sometimes 50,000 or more can be seen in a single day there.

“Later in October, hawk diversity increases and the rarer Golden Eagles and northern goshawks are regular.”

Closer to home, Greg recommends raptor-watching anywhere in the Oak Openings with a “big sky” and also along the Maumee River in Perrysburg and Maumee.

Fall migration is generally less pre-

dictable, less organized than spring migration.

In spring, the birds are on a breeding imperative.

They’re driven to stake out territory and get on with the business of raising their young. In the fall it’s more relaxed.

And why not? If the pickins’ are easy and the weather friendly, what’s A black-necked stilt, scours the shallows the rush? at Howard Marsh Metropark. Th e species, a rarity in To help Ohio, succe ss ful ly ne ste d this year in Howard you get out and Marsh and is expected to remain in ou enjoy the fall r area into September.

(Art Weber photo courtesy of Metro migration there parks Toledo) are a number of organized opportunities that welcome newcomers. For more infor- Bird Observatory, the Toledo Naturalists mation check the websites for such or- Association and Metroparks Toledo. ganizations, including the Black Swamp

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Family Fun chives, including pressed glass tableware, Amberina art glass, Libbey’s world-renowned “brilliant” cut glass including TMA’s glorious Libbey Punch Bowl), mid-century modern barware and examples of more recent “premium give-away” glasses for companies like Pizza Hut and McDonald’s.

Other exhibit highlights for 2018 include “Rebecca Louise Law: Community” an installation by British artist Rebecca Louise Law using dried and fresh plant materials to create an immersive visitor experience that explores the relationship between humanity and nature, on exhibit through Jan. 13, 2019; “Sights & Sounds: Art, Nature, and the Senses” – a multi-sensory art installation of video, new media and works on paper by artists around the world, on exhibit through Feb. 24, 2019; and “Frans Hals Portraits: A Family Reunion,” (Oct. 13-Jan. 6, 2019).

Visit the website for descriptions of current and upcoming Museum exhibitions and more info.

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Visitors to the Toledo Museum of Art will find one of the finest and most diverse collections of artworks in the country. Discover treasures ranging from ancient Egyptian pieces to contemporary art, including glass, sculpture, European and American painting, African and Asian art, graphic arts and decorative arts.

Other highlights include the Sculpture Garden outside and the architecturally renowned Glass Pavilion, located across Monroe Street.

To commemorate the 200th anniversary of the Libbey Glass Company and its tradition of excellence in glassmaking TMA will present, “Celebrating Libbey Glass, 1818-2918” through Nov. 25 in the Glass Pavilion. The exhibit presents more than 175 outstanding examples of glass from the Museum’s renowned collection, as well as objects and materials from the Libbey, Inc. ar-

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Imagination Station

Imagination Station – Toledo’s hands-on science museum – promises to immerse visitors of every age in a multi-sensory experience that’s as fun as it is educational.

Engineer a day of fun with hundreds of hands-on exhibits and demonstrations that bring science to life.

Transform into a human yo-yo on the BOYO. Defy gravity on the High Wire Cycle. Innovate in IDEA Lab. Unleash your curiosity and uncover hours of entertainment and discovery for all ages.

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resenting over 750 species.

Each year, nearly one million people visit the Toledo Zoo to experience animals from across the globe, stroll the scenic grounds and explore the historic WPA-era buildings. Zoo highlights include the Arctic Encounter, the Africa! exhibit, Nature’s Neighborhood children’s zoo, Tembo Trail and the recently renovated Aquarium, which offers unique opportunities to touch sea creatures and explore the mysteries of the deep.

Challenge your sense of adventure on the Sky Bridge, Zipline and more at the Zoo’s Aerial Adventure Course; and hand-feed the Zoo’s Masai giraffe herd at Tower Ridge Giraffe Experience.

Other special events and activities add to the fun throughout the year including Senior Safari (Sept. 18), Little Boo at the Zoo (Oct. 18-19), Pumpkin Path (Oct. 20-21), Lights Before Christmas (Nov. 16-Dec. 31) and much more.

2 Hippo Way, Toledo 419-385-4040, www.toledozoo.org

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Family Fun Continued from page 8 special exhibits and events are planned.

Get ready to geek out to “Popnology,” a Sci-Fi-inspired temporary exhibition opening Sept. 28. Trace the influence of pop culture on past, present and future technology. Experience how the way we live, work, play, communicate and move around has its roots in yesterday’s iconic movies, books, TV shows and art. Visitors can land a Mars Rover, immerse themselves in nine different 3-D environments; meet the galaxy’s most beloved droid, R2-D2; take a pic with Doc’s DeLorean from “Back to the Future”; test drive robotics and so much more.

One Discovery Way, Toledo 419-244-2674, www.imaginationstationtoledo.org

Toledo Botanical Garden

A museum for plants, Toledo Botanical Garden offers visitors the opportunity to share, discover and enjoy nature’s beauty.

With more than 60 acres of display gardens and relevant plant collections, TBG is full of beauty, tranquility and opportunities for exploration and reflection.

Art lovers will be inspired by the Artisan Village, original sculptures located throughout the Garden. Special events include the annual Crosby Festival of the Arts (June 23-24), Music enthusiasts groove to the smooth sounds of local jazz performers during the summer Jazz in the Garden concert series (Thursdays July 12-Aug. 30), and more.

5403 Elmer Dr. Toledo 419-536-5566, www.metroparkstoledo.com

Tony Packo’s Café

Tony Packo’s is world-famous not only for its Hungarian-style hot dogs, but also for the hot dog buns, which have been signed by movie stars, other celebrities and U.S. Presidents. Packo’s was also frequently mentioned by Toledo’s Jamie Farr on the TV series M*A*S*H*.

In addition to the flagship eatery, Packo’s has a location across from Fifth Third Field, home of the Toledo Mud Hens.

1902 Front St., Toledo 800-366-4218, www. tonypackos.com

The Butterfly House

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See more than 1,000 butterflies from North & South American and Asia in a beautiful indoor garden setting. Open through Oct. 28.

11455 Obee Rd., Whitehouse 419-877-2733, www.butterfly-house.com

Canal Experience

Drift back in time at the Canal Experience and discover what life was like along the Miami and Erie Canal in 1876.

Visitors can experience what canal life was like aboard The Volunteer, a reproduction of a mule-drawn canal boat. Other highlights include a visit to Isaac Ludwig Mill, Scenic Providence Dam and Lock #44, one of the last functioning 19th-century limestone locks.

Providence Metropark, Old US 24 at SR 578, Grand Rapids 419-407-9741, www.MetroparksToledo.com

Sundance Kid Drive-In

The drive-in, located across from Pearson Park in Oregon, features four first-run films on two screens spring through fall. The 50’s-style drive-in offers all the nostalgia with the best in state-of-the-art Digital Camera projection and FM stereo sound.

4500 Navarre, Oregon 419-691-9668, www.greateasterntheatres.com

Fort Meigs State Memorial Park

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museum. Under the command of f u ture President William Henry Harrison, Fort Meigs helped defend the Northwest Territory against attacks by the British and the Native Americans during the War of 1812.

A replica of America’s largest walled fort, Fort Meigs offers several re-enactments featuring soldiers in period costumes throughout the year, such as Independence Day 1813 (July 4); Revolution on the Ohio Frontier (Aug. 25-26) ; Garrison Ghost Walks (Oct. 19-20- & 26-27); World at War: Miniature War Gaming Day (Nov. 3); and Holiday Open House (Dec. 9).

The fort is open April through October.

Museum is open year-round. Hours are Wednesday to Saturday 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday noon-5 p.m. Closed Mondays and Tuesdays.

29100 W. River Rd., Perrysburg 800-283-8916, www.fortmeigs.org

Ntl. Museum of the Great Lakes

Located at the base of the Veterans Glass City Skyway Bridge in Toledo, the National Museum of the Great Lakes features more than 500 photographs, 250 artifacts, 45 interactive exhibits and a 617-foot iron ore freighter that tell the awe-inspiring history of the Great Lakes and provide a unique destination for family fun.

Experience “The Great Lakes: A Powerful Force,” take a simulated submersible camera to the wreck site of the Edmund Fitzgerald, tour the Col. James M. Schoonmaker Museum Ship (May-Oct), locate the Queen of the Lakes in Lake Ontario, stoke a steam boiler and much more.

A new smartphone app was launched this year to give those touring the Schoonmaker a more comprehensive experience on board the boat.

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Call for hours.

1701 Front St., Toledo www.inlandseas.org

Toledo Firefighters Museum

The Toledo Firefighters Museum brings to life over 150 years of firefighting history and tells the tale of the heroes of the Toledo Fire Division.

Located in the “Old Number 18 Fire House,” the display includes many large pieces of vintage firefighting equipment, fire gongs, antique fire toys, vintage uniforms and more.

918 Sylvania Ave., Toledo 419-478-3473 (FIRE)

Hollywood Casino Toledo

Penn National Gaming extends the red carpet to Hollywood Casino Toledo, located just off I-75 on the banks of the Maumee River.

The casino offers more than 2,000 slot machine and table games, a poker room, a sports bar, restaurants and an entertainment lounge.

777 Hollywood Blvd., Toledo www.hollywoodcasinotoledo.com

Brandville School

Built in 1882, the historic Brandville School has been restored and is now part of the Oregon-Jerusalem Historical Society complex. It was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1994.

Brandville School houses artifacts from Native Americans who lived in the Great Black Swamp area of Northwest Ohio. There is also a military room with artifacts from all the major conflicts in which the United States has been involved, dating from 1812 to the present. A Civil War musket, Col. Samuel Sturgis’ officer braid, WWI trench art, War of 1812 scout Peter Navarre’s handgun and a WWII gun sight are among the nearly 500 articles on display.

A reproduction carriage house contains a replica of a late 1800s local general store as well as vignettes of a barber shop, doctor’s office, and a Victorian parlor and bedroom.

There is also a restored one-room portable school, completely furnished with items used in a late 1800’s school room. An extensive library and family genealogy records are also available in the complex.

Open 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Thursdays (excluding holidays) March–December. Call to arrange tours for groups of four or more. No charge; donations accepted.

1133 Grasser St., Oregon 419-693-7052, www.ojhs.org

Harbor View Historical Museum

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of Harbor View in Oregon, the Harbor View Historical Society & Museum continues to attract visitors from across the country.

The Historical Complex, in the former Harbor View Missionary Baptist Church, offers a glimpse of the War of 1812 and the Battle of Lake Erie. Due to popular interest, the cannons from the 2003 movie, “Master and Commander: Far Side of the World” starring Russell Crowe, have been continued for another season. The British Long Gun and the American Carronade on display are from the movie and allow visitors to get a close-up view of the weapons used at the Battle of Lake Erie in 1813. ge & Craft The museum holds a Rummage Show on the last Saturday in June each year and is also open on Halloween Night.

Open Tuesdays 5-8 p.m. throughout the year. April 1-Oct. 1, the museum is open Saturdays 1-5 p.m. Admission is free; donations appreciated.

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Historic Genoa

The village of Genoa is celebrating its sesquicentennial this year.

Among the village’s treasures is the Town Hall, with its bell tower visible for blocks.

Originally built as the Genoa Opera Hall, it was constructed in 1883 and housed its first performance in 1886. The building immediately became the hub of activity in the village and council meetings are still held there.

Built in the Gothic revival style, the structure features eight ornamental chimneys, and a hand-carved sandstone mask of Dionysius, the Greek God of theater, which rests over the main entrance. The Town Hall, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, houses the mayor’s office and the village council chambers on the first floor. The second floor is used

by Genoa’s Civic Theater.

Genoa Privy, built to serve as Genoa’s first school, is believed to be the only brick outhouse on the National Register of Historic Places.

Downtown Genoa www.genoaohio.org

Elmore Depot

The Elmore Historical Society purchased 1860s Elmore Depot in 1981, along with 2.5 acres of land. The society undertook an extensive renovation, and the building now houses memorabilia from Elmore’s past.

In 1983, society members dismantled, relocated and rebuilt the 1940s Heckman log house, adding an elaborate flagstone fireplace and porch, and furnishing it with artifacts from its era.

Depot Park Park, Elmore 419-260-1282, www.elmorehistoricalsociety.com

Schedel Arboretum

The Schedel Arboretum & Gardens in Elmore, Ohio is a haven for experiencing peace and tranquility in a beautiful garden estate setting. Features of the gardens include some 15,000 annual flowering plants, themed gardens including roses, perennials, tropicals irises and peonies.

Other features are a Japanese garden complete with waterfall, pools, lanterns, bridges and pagodas. There is also a world class bonsai exhibit containing more than 100 specimens. A number of special classes and events are held throughout the year.

Regular hours through October are Tuesday-Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Thursday 10-8 p.m. (June-September), Sunday 12-4 p.m. Closed Mondays.

19255 W. Portage River South Rd., Elmore 419-862-3182, www.schedel-gardens.org

Woodville Historical Museum

Woodville Historical Museum, operated by the Woodville Historical Society, features materials and artifacts documenting the rich history of the small village located on the banks of the Portage River about 20 miles east of Toledo on U.S. 20.

Museum visitors can learn about the 1900s oil boom, Native Americans in the Woodville area, lime plants, early schools, the Lake Shore Electric rail system that once traveled between Toledo and Cleveland and more.

Open March through mid-December, Wednesdays and Fridays 2-4 p.m.; June through August, Wednesdays 6- 8 p.m. and also by appointment.

107 E. Main St., Woodville 419-849-2349

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Family Fun Continued from page 10 House and One-Room School takes visitors back in time to the 19th century. Believed to be the community’s oldest existing building, the Furry House was built by village founder James Pember, and eventually was home to long-time residents Jacob H. Furry and his daughter, Minnie.

Featuring unique architectural details and authentic period furnishings, the house sits adjacent to the One Room School, where Pemberville’s youth learned “readin’ and writin’” at the turn of the century. Admission is free; open by appointment from spring through fall.

324 E. Front St., Pemberville 419-287-3274 While in town, check out the restored railroad depot (circa 1881) at 215 Hickory St., with railroad and Pemberville memorabilia on display. Open May-October by appointment (419-287-4114) and during community events.

Wood Co. Historical Center & Museum

Step back into time at The Wood County Historical Center and Museum.

The 2018 exhibits include “Over There!

Send the Word, the Wood County Boys are

Coming” (through Dec. 1) which illustrates WWI’s global significance, giving special attention to its impact on Wood County. Also, through Dec. 1, the museum is presenting “The Return to Normalcy: A Life of Leisure in Wood County – Fun times between the World Wars, 1920-1939. Coming in 2019, a new exhibit will explore County Poor Farms of Ohio, with photographs representing all of Ohio’s 88 counties.

Museum admission is $5/adult, $1/child, except on select days such as Furlough Fridays on the first Friday of each month and Demonstration Days throughout the year. On May 5 from 1-4 p.m., the Museum will present “Log Cabin Spring Renewal” with costumed interpreters prepping the log cabin for summertime. Visitors are welcome to watch, learn, or lend a hand. This is a free event and the museum also has free admission that day.

The center also offers a variety of special programs and events throughout the year, including a monthly tea series, Ger-

Wood County Historical Center man-American Day, Living History, Friday-Night Folklore Adult Trick, Treat, & Tour, and the Holiday Gala Fundraiser.

Open Monday-Friday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and weekends 1-4 p.m. (except holidays).

13660 County Home Rd., Bowling Green 419-352-0967, www.woodcountyhistory.org Continued on page 12

experience life in the 19th century 2018 special events *Reservations Required

Pioneer Days, September 8 & 9 Harvest Barn Dance, October 6 Storybook Adventure, October 13 Christmas Victorian Dinner, December 7-9* Mansion Christmas Tours, December 26-30 Village Candlelight Tours with Father Christmas, December 15 & 22 Taste of Christmas Village Tour, December 26

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North Coast Veterans Museum

The North Coast Veterans Museum opened in 2004 as a tribute to those who have served in the uniformed service of the United States, especially those who have lost their lives in combat or training.

Dramatic and colorful military displays include weapons, uniforms, pictures, memorabilia, military accessories, tents and first aid from the Civil War to present.

The park also includes a Veterans’ Memorial and a Public Safety Services Memorial dedicated Sept. 11, 2016. The memorial features a 36-foot, 7,000-pound antenna that sat atop the North Tower of the World Trade Center; black granite meditation seats and a One World Trade Center Sculpture. The pentagonal design is in honor of the U.S. Pentagon, and the design on the floor represent the Pennsylvania countryside and Flight 93. (Learn more at www. gibsonburgohio.org) Williams Park, 411 North Main St., Gibsonburg 419-332-5912

Hayes Presidential Library & Museums

The Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Library and Museums house 19th U.S. President Rutherford B. Hayes’ Victorian mansion, the newly-renovated museum, presidential library, tomb, and a mile of paved walking trails through his 25-acre wooded estate, known as Spiegel Grove.

Through Oct. 21, the special exhibit, “In Search of Healing: Medical Practices of the Gilded Age,� will be on display in the lower level of the museum.

From treating contagious diseases to amputating arms and legs and conducting brain surgery, the medical practices of President Rutherford B. Hayes’ day where risky and sometimes dangerous. The exhibit focuses on the medical practices and advances of the 19th century. “A Family of Service: The Hayeses in WW I,� which will be on exhibit July 27-Dec. 31, will explore America’s involvement in the “Great War� through the eyes of the Hayes family.

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Sauder Village

Connect with the past at Ohio’s largest living-history village located at 22611 SR 2 in Archbold. Enjoy guided tours, period craftsmen, hands-on activities like arts and crafts and several annual events including an Old-Fashioned 4th of July celebration (July 4-7), Fiddle Contest and Summer on the Farm (July 14), Annual Doll & Teddy Bear Show & Sale (Aug. 4-5), Apple Week (Sept. 18-22), Fall on the Farm & Scout Day (Oct. 13), Annual Woodcarvers’ Show & Sale (Oct. 27-28) and Holiday Lantern Tours late November into early December.

Other amenities include a restaurant, inn, campground, bakery and on-site shopping.

800-590-9755, www.saudervillage.org

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Family Fun Continued from page 12 natural areas, from the Oak Openings to the Lake Erie coastal zone.

• Pearson Metropark, located at 761 Lallendorf Rd., Oregon, is one of the last remaining stands of the Great Black Swamp, a notorious forest that once blanketed much of Northwest Ohio. The thick woods and location close to Lake Erie make Pearson a favorite stopover for a wide variety of migrating birds. Open 7 a.m. until dark every day; extended hours for winter recreation.

Located in Pearson North, the Johlin Cabin offers a glimpse into homesteading in the 1860s in the Great Black Swamp.

Metroparks of the Toledo Area

419-407-9700, www.metroparkstoledo.com • Maumee Bay State Park at Cedar Point and North Curtice roads along the Oregon-Jerusalem Township border offers 1,336 acres of not only the finest of recreational facilities in the Midwest, but also a unique natural environment created by the convergence of the land and Lake Erie.

The park features a two-mile elevated boardwalk plus an observation tower amidst swamplands, marsh, scenic meadows and woods that are teeming with wildlife and birds. Visitors will also enjoy lakeshore and inland beaches, a marina and an Arthur Hills-designed golf course and more. The Maumee Bay Lodge and Conference Center offers lodge room and cottage accommodations designed with comfort and convenience in mind.

419-836-1466, www.maumeebaystateparklodge.org.

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Family Fun Continued from page 13 miles of dike-top trails for hiking.

The Metropark, which was previously a working farm, is adjacent to the Metzger Marsh State Wildlife Area in a region that also includes Maumee Bay State Park, Magee Marsh State Wildlife Area and the Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge. Together, these local, state and federal public lands are known for their concentration of songbirds, or warblers, especially during spring migration.

The park features a boardwalk, more than six miles of permanent, deep-water channel for kayaking on the three marsh units, two roll-off docks for launching kayaks, two overlooks for fishing and observation and restroom facilities.

611 S Howard Rd Curtice. metroparkstoledo.com • Middlegrounds Metropark, located in downtown Toledo, includes a half-mile of river frontage that begins at the Anthony Wayne Bridge and extends southwest of Martin Luther King Plaza. The urban, 28acre greenspace offers a 1.5-mile meandering walk/bike path and tranquil views of the Maumee River.

111 Ottawa St., Toledo 419-407-9700, www.metroparkstoledo.com • The Wood County Park District oversees 20 parks and more than 1,125 acres. Experience the floodplains and meadows. Delight in oak savannas and prairies. Locally, visit Cedar Creeks Preserve, a 42-acre tract located east of Walbridge where Woodville Road (SR 51) crosses Walbridge Road.

Wood County Park grounds are open 365 days a year from 8 a.m.-sunset.

419-353-1897, woodcountyparkdistrict.org • The Sandusky County Park District includes 10 facilities including the 93acre Wolf Creek Park, 160-acre Blue Heron Reserve, 310-acre Creek Bend Farm and others. White Star Park located south of Gibsonburg on SR 300 has a quarry up to 40-feet deep that is used by scuba divers as well as for non-power boating and fishing, a beach and a campground located across from the park’s main entrance.

1-888-200-5577, www.lovemyparks.com • East Harbor State Park, 1169 N. Buck Rd off SR 269 in Marblehead, on the shores of Lake Erie. The park has unlimited opportunities for outdoor recreation, including boating, fishing, swimming, picnicking and camping. Nature enthusiasts will enjoy the abundance of waterfowl, shorebirds and other species of wildlife found in the park’s scenic wetlands.

419-734-4424, 1-866-664-6727, www.eastharborstatepark.org • Marblehead Lighthouse State Park, Page 14

110 Lighthouse Dr., Marblehead, is one of Lake Erie’s best known and most-photographed landmarks, the lighthouse is one of Ohio’s newest state parks. The grounds surrounding the lighthouse offer excellent views of Lake Erie, Sandusky Bay, Kelleys Island and South Bass Island.

The park is open year-round.

419-734-4424 ext. 2, parks.ohiodnr.gov/ marbleheadlighthouse

Religious sites

Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto 2018 marks the 160th anniversary of the apparitions of Our Lady at Lourdes, France. Our Lady of Lourdes Church in Genoa, features a replica of the Lourdes grotto constructed of “tufa,” fossilized vegetation found in the “blue hole” at Castilia, Ohio, along with a statue of a praying Saint Bernadette Souberious looking admiringly at Our Lady. The grounds also include a small altar, an adjoining bell tower of tufa, arches and outdoor Stations of the Cross in handcarved Italian bronze.

204 S. Main St., Genoa, 419-855-8501 Our Lady of Toledo Shrine Our Lady of Toledo Shrine is a place of prayer, quiet reflection and healing. All faiths are welcome. The garden and well are open during daylight hours.

655 S. Coy Rd., Oregon 419-697-7742, www.ourladyoftoledoshrine.com Queen of the Most Holy Rosary Cathedral Holy Rosary Cathedral, the primary church of Roman Catholic Diocese of Toledo, is Spanish Plateresque in design – the only one of its kind in North America. Thousands have been inspired by the graceful beauty of its piers and arches, by the richly decorated nave ceiling with scenes from the Old Testament, the half-domed apse embellished by frescoes in the Keim process, and by one of its most striking gems, the Rose Window, which sparkles and radiates in the changing light of the eastern sun.

2535 Collingwood Blvd., Toledo 419-244-9575, rosarycathedral.org Sorrowful Mother Shrine Sorrowful Mother Shrine is a Catholic shrine located on 120 acres with over 40 points of interest including outdoor Stations of the Cross with newly painted walking paths through the woods, shrine, and grottos.

4106 SR 269, Bellevue 419-483-3435, www.sorrowfulmothershrine.org

by the Walk-Thru Safari to learn about the animals during daily education programs, included with admission.

On June 12, the park held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for its new Aviary Adventure exhibit – a walk-thru exhibit where guests can have an engaging encounter with hundreds of colorful budgies.

Budgies – commonly known as parakeets – are small birds that come in a variety of color patterns native to Australia. Guests can interact directly with the birds by purchasing feed sticks, which will allow the birds to perch and eat seed while the guest holds the stick. The aviary houses approximately 300 budgies.

Open through Dec. 2 (subject to change). Open daily rain or shine.

267 S. Lightner Rd., Port Clinton 800-521-2660, www.africansafariwildlifepark.com

Merry-Go-Round Museum

Located in the former U.S. Post Office, the Merry-Go-Round Museum celebrates the history of carousels, the carvers who made the intricate horses and other animals, and enthusiasts who enjoy them.

The stone structure has a half-rotunda at the front and is listed with the National Register of Historic Places. See the new exhibition, “Into the Wild.”

From Memorial Day through Labor Day, hours are Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.4 p.m. and Sunday noon-4 p.m. Off-season hours are Wednesday-Saturday 11 a.m.-4 p.m. and Sunday noon-4 p.m.

301 Jackson St., Sandusky 419-626-6111, www.merrygoroundmuseum.org

Cedar Point Amusement Park

Cedar Point is the destination for thrills and has been named the “Best Amusement Park in the USA” in the USA Today 10 Best Readers’ Choice Awards. Cedar Point is home to 71 amazing rides, including 18 world-class roller coasters, including the new Steel Vengeance – the tallest, fastest, Continued on page 15

African Safari Park

African Safari Wildlife Park is celebrating 50 years of wild times.

The Midwest’s only drive-thru safari, African Safari is home to giraffe, zebra, and much more. Feed exotic animals from your vehicle, stop

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Family Fun Continued from page 14 and longest hyper-hybrid roller coaster in the world.

Open daily through Labor Day and weekends Sept. 8 through Oct. 28.

1 Cedar Pont Dr. (off US 6), Sandusky 41-627-2350, www.cedarpoint.com

Cedar Point Shores

Cedar Point is making big waves with its 18-acre water park, Cedar Point Shores.

With a nod to its lakeside surroundings, the park features a six-story, four-person aqua drop body slide; two five-story tube slides and a family splashground with a dozen slides just for little ones, and much more.

Open through Labor Day. 1 Cedar Point Dr., (off US 6) Sandusky 419-627-2350, www.cedarpoint.com.

Ghostly Manor Thrill Center

This multi-attraction, family entertainment center was featured on The Travel Channel’s “Best Places I’ve Ever Been,” and Forbes Top 10 haunted attractions, and USA Today’s Top 20 Haunted Houses. Experience the scariest haunted house; Ohio’s fastest virtual motion theatre; a one-of-akind interactive 3D, black light miniature golf journey; a skating rink and more. Call for hours.

3319 Milan Rd. (US 250), Sandusky 419-626-4467, ghostlymanor.com

Great Wolf Lodge

An all-suites, full-service, indoor waterpark resort with family-friendly amenities that include rides and slides for kids of all ages, a spacious outdoor pool, arcade MagiQuest Live-action adventure, Scooops Kid Spa and more.

4600 Milan Rd. (US 250), Sandusky 800-641-WOLF (9653), www.greatwolf.com/sandusky

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hair-raising waterslides, worldclass spas, kids’ play areas, diverse dining options and much more.

The outdoor waterpark (open Memorial Day to Labor Day, weather permitting), features activity pools, hot tubs, sand volleyball courts and more.

The Safari Outdoor Adventure Park, also open Memorial Day through Labor Day, boasts a zip line tour, ropes course, climbing walls and more.

7000 Kalahari Dr. (off US 250), Sandusky 877-KALAHARI (525.2427), www.KalahariResorts.com/oh

Seneca Caverns

Visitors to Seneca Caverns – atural stone “The Caviest Cave” – can walk natural steps and pathways through “The Earth Crack” and view the Ole Mist’ry River. Shop Hollowrock Gifts for crystals, nature books and other gifts. Call or visit website for hours.

15248 E. TR 178, Bellevue 419-483-6711, senecacavernsohio.com

Marblehead

Keeper’s House The oldest surviving home in Ottawa County offers visitors the chance to experience the history of lighthouse keepers. The 1822 home was the residence of the first three keepers of the oldest continually operated lighthouse on the Great Lakes. Tours offered June 12-Aug. 31, Monday-Friday 1-5 p.m.; Saturday 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

9999 E. Bayshore Road, Marblehead Johnson’s Island Confederate Officers Prison Cemetery The historic cemetery is the final resting place of more than 200 of the 9,000 Confederate soldiers once imprisoned here.

Open year-round, daily dawn-dusk.

Gaydos Road, Marblehead www.johnsonsisland.org

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Seneca Caverns The oldest family-owned and operated winery in Ohio, Heineman’s was founded in 1888 by Gustav Heineman, an immigrant from Baden-Baden, Germany. Visit the tasting room and wine garden, sample award-winning wines and tour Crystal Cave, the world’s largest Celestine geode.

Hours vary.

978 Catawba Ave., Put-in-Bay 419-285-2811, www.heinemanswinery.com

Kelleys Island

The largest of Ohio’s Lake Erie Islands is dominated by natural areas. It appeals to nature and bird lovers as well as those looking for a relaxing, quiet getaway. Its rocky shorelines, pristine beach, lush forests, fragrant vineyards, historical homes and friendly hospitality are inviting. Rent a golf cart or bicycle and encounter the world’s largest, most spectacular glacial scoring, find Native American pictographs carved into a limestone boulder, hike miles of trails at the state park or build sandcastles at the beach. Downtown is the heart of the island where clothing and gift stores, miniature golf, karaoke, restaurants, and live entertainment bring rhythm to the island pace. www.kelleysislandchamber.com

Historic Lyme Village

The past comes alive in the 16 buildings in this 19th-century village. Tours include an 1880s Victorian mansion, an 1836 farm home, log homes, a general store, a one-room school and more. The village is also home to the Schug Hardware Museum and the National Postmark Collectors Museum and Research Center.

A number of special events are held throughout the year including Pioneer Days (Sept. 8-9), Storybook Adventure (Oct. 13), Candlelight Tours (Dec. 15 & 22) and more.

Tours offered June-August, Tuesday– Sunday and Sundays in September.

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Go Wild!

ODNR offers wealth of info for anglers, hunters class. Older fish from years prior to 2012 will provide the potential for trophy yellow perch.

Black Bass The best fishing for smallmouth bass will continue to be in areas with good bottom structure, which is the available habitat across much of the entire Ohio nearshore and islands.

Continuing the trend from previous years, largemouth bass fishing should be excellent in 2017.

This fishery continues to produce exceptional catch rates and some large fish in nearshore areas and harbors across Ohio’s Lake Erie.

The daily bag limit for bass is five, with a 14-inch minimum length limit.

Ohio’s archery season begins September 29th Great walleye hatches from 2014 and 2015 are contributing to exceptional fishing opportunities in Lake Erie.

Lake Erie walleye and yellow perch fisheries are managed through an interagency quota system that involves Ontario, Michigan, Pennsylvania, New York and Ohio. Each jurisdiction regulates its catches to comply with quotas and minimize the risk of over-fishing these species. Quotas for the upcoming fishing season are determined through consensus agreement by these jurisdictions through the Lake Erie Committee of the Great Lakes Fishery Commission.

As a result of the 2017 quota allocation, the daily bag limit is six walleye through Feb. 28, 2018. From March 1, 2018, through April 30, 2018, the daily walleye bag limit will be four.

A 15-inch minimum size limit is in effect during the entire season for walleye. The yellow perch daily bag limit is 30 through April 30, 2018, with no minimum size limit. Lake Erie anglers can find walleye and yellow perch bag limit information at ODNR offices, in special publications at bait and tackle shops and at wildohio.gov.

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the 2012, 2011, 2010 and 2009 year classes. Additional fish from 2007 and 2003 will also be harvested by anglers.

Walleye from the 2014 hatch will range from 16-19 inches, while walleye from the 2013 hatch will be between 17-22 inches. Fish from the 2003 and 2007 hatches are likely to carry most of the Central Basin fisheries, and a good number of these walleye will be over the 26-inch range. Large walleye from strong hatch in 2003 will continue to provide “Fish Ohio” opportunities (greater than 28 inches), with this year class nearing the size that may give Ohio a new state record walleye.

Additionally, in 2017, anglers should see a number of smaller (less than 15 inches) fish from the excellent 2015 hatch. Anglers are reminded of the 15-inch minimum size limit and encouraged to release these fish with as little handling as possible so they can contribute to the fisheries in future years.

Yellow Perch Perch anglers in the west will primarily catch perch from 2013, 2014 and 2015, providing a good range of sizes. The largest perch in the Western Basin will come from 2012 and older-year classes. Central Basin anglers should expect to find average numbers of yellow perch, with most fish coming from the 2012-year class and to a lesser extent, the 2014-year

Steelhead Most Lake Erie anglers troll for steelhead in deep waters using spoons with divers or downriggers until fish move close to shore in the fall. The daily bag limit is two fish per angler between Sept. 1 and May 15, 2018. A 12-inch minimum size limit is in effect throughout the year.

White Bass White bass continue to provide excellent seasonal fishing opportunities in the Maumee and Sandusky rivers and in the open lake. The 2017 continues to be dominated by fish from the 2012 and 2010 year classes. Fish from older-year classes could be as large as 16 inches. There is no white bass daily bag limit or size limit.

Other Species Bays, harbors and main lake shorelines offer excellent fishing for panfish, as well as occasional northern pike and muskellunge in vegetated areas.

Stay updated Anglers are reminded that fishing conditions on Lake Erie can change hourly, and adjustments are often necessary to improve success. Anglers should take into account factors such as water temperature, cloud cover, water clarity, boat traffic, wave action, structure, currents and the amount of baitfish in the area. Anglers are also reminded to carefully monitor Lake Erie weather and to seek safe harbor before storms approach.

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Updated Lake Erie fishing reports are available at wildohio.gov or by calling 888-HOOKFISH (888466-5347). Information is available from ODNR Division of Wildlife staff from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays at the Fairport Harbor station (440-3524199) for the Central Basin and at Sandusky Station (419-625-8062) for the Western Basin.

Info on the ODNR Division of Wildlife’s Lake Erie research and management programs, fisheries resources, fishing reports, and maps and links to other Lake Erie web resources are available at wildohio.gov.

For additional information on lodging, charter boat services and local launch ramps, contact one of the following lakeshore visitors’ bureaus: • Sandusky County Visitors Bureau - 800-255-8070 www.sanduskycounty.org • Ottawa County Visitors Bureau - 800-441-1271, www.shoresandislands.com • Greater Toledo Convention and Visitors Bureau - 800-243-4667,

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dotoledo.org • Ohio Division of Travel and Tourism - 800-BUCKEYE, discoverohio.com.

Information on the Division of Wildlife’s Lake Erie research and management programs, fisheries resources, open lake and steelhead fishing reports, as well as maps and links to other Lake Erie web resources are available at wildohio.com. Choose the “Fishing” icon from the Division’s home page, and then select “Lake Erie Fishing” from the list at the bottom of the page.

Fall hunting season Ohio hunters are invited to enjoy early waterfowl seasons for Canada goose and teal that begin Sept. 1, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR).

Hunters should check regulations for changes to rules, season dates and bag limits as the 2018 fall seasons begin.

A summary of Ohio’s hunting and trapping regulations is available where licenses are sold, at ODNR Division of Wildlife offices and at wil-

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Sept.

8: Butterfly Festival, Kelleys Island Historical Museum. 11 a.m. kelleysislandchamber. com.

Sept.

8-9: Black Swamp Arts Festival, downtown Bowling Green. More than 100 juried art displays from artists from around the country, plus food, music, kids’ activities and more. blackswamparts.org.

Sept. 8-9: Fremont Flea Market, Sandusky Co. F a i r g r o u n d s , Fremont. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Sat and 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Sun. sanduskycountyfair.com.

Sept. 8-9: Pioneer Days, Historic Lyme Village, Bellevue. Travel back in time as history comes alive.

Experience various aspects of life in the 1700s and 1800s. lymevillage.org.

Sept. 9: Spiegel Grove Squires Vintage Base Ball Game vs. Canton Cornshuckers, 2 p.m.

Hayes Presidential Library & Museums at Spiegel Grove, Fremont, 2 p.m. rbhayes.org.

Sept. 9: Grandparents Day/Day of Honor, Toledo Zoo. Grandparents are admitted free when they bring their grandchildren to the zoo. The Zoo also offers its annual salute to members of our military and first responder organizations. toledozoo.org.

Sept. 11-16: Celebrate Our Artisans, Sauder Village, Archbold. Special demonstrations, daily drawings and more. saudervillage.org.

Sept.

15: Harrison Rally Day, downtown Perrysburg. Parade (10 a.m.), merchant and service organization booths, fine arts, food, children’s games and activities, live entertainment and more. visitperrysburg.com.

Sept. 18: Senior Safari, Toledo Zoo. Join the Toledo Zoo and the Area Office on Aging of Northwestern Ohio for a fun day focused on seniors. toledo-

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Aug. 31-Sept. 3: 30th Sandusky County Restorers of Antique Power, Inc. (S.C.R.A.P.) Antique Tractor & Engine Show, White Star Park, SR 300, a mile south of Gibsonburg.

Displays of antique tractors, engines, cars, trucks, motorcycles and farm equipment, demonstrations, live entertainment, food, a large flea market and more. s-c-r-a-p-inc.org.

September

Sept. 1-3: Milan Melon Festival, Village Square, Milan, O. milanmelonfestival.org.

Sept. 4, 11, 18 & 25: Senior Discovery Days, Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Trail, Toledo. Seniors are treated to free admission, great perks and activities every Tuesday during Senior Discovery Days and exclusive discounts during the rest of the week.

419-385-4040, toledozoo.org.

Sept. 6: June 7: Cruisin’ Nights Car Show, downtown Pemberville.

Sept. 7-9: 48th Greek-American Festival, Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 740 N. Superior St., Toledo. A celebration of the Orthodox faith, Greek culture, entertainment, food, pastry and hospitality. toledogreekfest.com.

Sept. 8: Annual Grub N` Suds Motorcycle Festival, Depot Park, Elmore. Sponsored by the Elmore Historical Society and A.B.A.T.E of Ohio Region 7, the festival will feature motorcycles, a poker run, live bands, bike games and contests with lots of food and beer. Visit Grub ‘n Suds Explore Fall 2018

zoo.org.

Sept. 18-22: Apple Week, Sauder Village, Archbold. Celebrate fall with apple cider pressing and other apple-themed. saudervillage.org.

Sept. 22: Roche de Boeuf Festival, downtown Waterville, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

A fun family festival with crafts, food, business and non-profit vendors, carnival rides, a car show, live entertainment and more. watervillechamber. com.

Sept. 27-Oct.7: American Presidents Film & Literary Festival, Hayes Presidential Library & Museums at Spiegel Grove, Fremont. This new film festival focuses on the American Presidency through the themes of people, places, politics and power. americanpresidentsfilmfestival.org Sept. 28-30: Luckey Fall Festival, Basic Park, Luckey, between Krotzer Ave. (SR 582) and Gilbert Road on Adams Street. An old-time fall festival weekend with entertainment, craft and flea markets, antique tractor pulls and displays, apple-butter festival and more. luckeyfallfestival.com.

October

Oct. 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30: Senior Discovery Days, Toledo Zoo. Seniors are treated to free admission, perks and activities every Tuesday during Senior Discovery Days and special discounts during the rest of the week.

419-385-4040 or toledozoo.org.

Oct. 13: Northwood Community Cares Fall Festival, Central Park, Wales & Oram roads.

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Calendar Events Continued from page 19 Oct. 13: Storybook Adventure, Historic Lyme Village, Bellevue. Visit storybook characters in each building with many activities for children.

Children are invited to come in their favorite costume.

419-483-4949, lymevillage.com.

Oct. 13: Fall on the Farm & Scout Day, Sauder Village, Archbold. Take a step back in time and help prepare the farm for the winter ahead. 800-5909755, saudervillage.org.

Oct. 13-14: 40th Oak Harbor Apple Festival, downtown Oak Harbor. A family-oriented family festival that celebrates apples in all their glorious forms with a Grand Parade, crowning of Apple Royalty, kiddie-tractor pull, talent show, classic car show, 5K Apple run, food, entertainment and more. oakharborohio.net.

Oct. 13-14: Fremont Flea Market, Sandusky Co. Fairgrounds, Fremont.

9 a.m.-4 p.m. Sat and 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Sun. sanduskycountyfair.com.

Oct. 18-19: Little Boo at the Zoo, Toledo Zoo. Toddlers and preschoolers will enjoy trick-or-treating, games and

activities and lots of other Halloween fun that’s just for them.

419-385-4040, toledozoo.org.

Oct. 19-20 & 26-27: Garrison Ghostwalks, Fort Meigs State Memorial, Perrysburg, 7-9:30 p.m. Enjoy a “spirited” stroll at the fort with an 1812 guide and encounter the spookier side of this historic place. fortmeigs.org.

Oct. 20-21: Pumpkin Path, Toledo Zoo Toledo.

Kids of all ages will enjoy trickor-treating, games and activities and lots of Halloween fun. 419-385-4040 or toledozoo.org.

Oct. 20-21: Fremont Gun Show, Sandusky Co. Fairgrounds, Fremont, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Sat and 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Sun. 419-332-8189.

Oct. 21: Music in the Parlor, Hayes Presidential Library & Museums, Fremont, 4-5 p.m. rbhayes.org.

Oct. 27: Count Krumnow’s

Oak Harbor Apple Festival Tombstone Derby, Depot Park, Elmore, 10 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Ghoulishly good food, parade, vendors, contests and motorized casket races. elmorehistoricalsociety.com.

Oct. 28: Pemberville’s Harvest Gathering & Craft Show, downContinued on page 21

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Calendar Events Continued from page 20 town Pemberville 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Three venues – fire hall, opera house and Bethlehem fellowship hall – showcasing crafters, vintage finds, good food and more. pemberville.org.

Oct. 27: Pumpkin Stomp & Chomp, Toledo Zoo, Toledo, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Visitors are invited to watch as zoo animals enjoy pumpkins as treats. toledozoo.org.

Oct. 27: Explore the Crafts, Sauder Village, 22611 SR 2, Archbold. From pottery and spinning to weaving and tinsmithing, explore crafts and make memories. saudervillage.org.

Oct. 27-28: 31st Woodcarver’s Show & Sale, Sauder Village, Archbold. A special weekend filled with unique artistry and family fun. saudervillage. org.

Oct. 28: All Wheels Swap Meet (formerly Fremont Racers’ Swap), Sandusky Co. Fairgrounds, Fremont, 7 a.m.-3 p.m. sanduskycountyfair. com.

November

Nov. 3: The World at War: Miniature War Gaming Day, Fort Meigs Memorial, Perrysburg, Miniature war gaming experts help visitors play more than 16 different war games and learn about this family friendly hobby. fortmeigs.org.

Nov. 3-4: Homespun Holiday Art & Craft Show, Great Hall at the Stranahan Theater, 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd., Toledo. toledocraftsmansguild.org.

Nov. 10-11: Fremont Flea Market, Sandusky Co. Fairgrounds, Fremont.

9 a.m.-4 p.m. Sat and 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Sun. sanduskycountyyfair.com.

Nov. 16-Dec. 31: 1: Lights Before e Christmas, Toledo o Zoo, 2 Hippo Trail,, o Toledo. The Toledo n Zoo’s holiday tradition e is a treat for people of all ages, with mil-lions of lights, anima-tion displays, model trains, and Santa, too. 419-385-4040 or toledozoo.org, Nov 24-25: Christmas in the Village/Festival of Trees, downtown Pemberville. beekersgeneralstore.com.

Nov. 23-Jan. 6, 2019: Hayes Train Special, Hayes Presidential Library & Museums, e holiday spirit Fremont. Get in the with model trains that run through intricate Victorian Holiday scenes.

800-998-PRES, rbhayes.org.

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December

Dec. 1: Olde Fashioned Christmas, downtown Oak Harbor. Santa arrives at Adolphus Kraemer Park to light the Village Christmas Tree and kick off the holiday season. Visit him at Portage Fire Station and enjoy a cookie and hot chocolate at the Portage Fire District Fire Station. Shop in Santa’s Secrete Shop. oakharborohio. net.

Dec. 1: Ugly Christmas Sweater 5K Run & Walk, American Legion, 300 S. Main St., Gibsonburg, 9 a.m.

Entry fee is a new, unwrapped toy or non-perishable food item. 419-6372634, gibonburgohio.org.

Dec. 6-9, 13-16 and 20-21: Walk Thru Winter Wonderland Holiday Light Display, Sandusky Co. Fairgrounds, Fremont. Cost: one perishable food item m or $1. sanduskycountyfair. r. com.

Dec. 9: Holiday Open n House, Fort Meigs s Memorial, Perrysburg, 1-4 4 p.m. War of 1812 soldiers and civilians will be on hand to provide demonstrations and answer questions about the war and camp life. Holiday music, hot cider and cookies, and hands-on activities. fortmeigs.org.

Dec. 26-31: HorseDrawn Sleigh Rides in Spiegel Grove, Hayes Presidential Center

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& Museums Museums, Fremont Fremont, 1 1-4 4 p p.m. m rbhayes.org.

Dec. 26: Taste of Christmas village Tour, Historic Lyme Village, Bellevue. lymevillage.org.

Dec. 31: Noon Year’s Eve, Toledo Zoo. Ring in the new year at the stroke of…noon! Kids and families can start their New Year’s a little early by building party hats and noise makers, choosing a reZOOlution, and gathering for the big countdown at noon. toledozoo.org.

Dec 31: New Year’s Eve Walleye Drop, Downtown Port Clinton, 3 p.m.-midnight. Free. Fun and excitement for the whole family. walleyedrop.com.

Dec. 31: New Year’s Eve Celebration at Six, Historic Lyme Village, Bellevue. lymevillage.org.

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