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Toledo Museum of Art

Visitors are invited to experience one of the finest and most diverse collections of artwork in the country at the Toledo Museum of Art. 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.

Exhibitions include “Play Time” through Sept. 6; “From the Collection: Three Hundred Years of French Landscape Painting” July 17-Oct. 11 and “Degas and the Dance–A Focus Exhibition” Oct. 15-Jan. 10, 2016.

Visit the website for descriptions and more info.

2445 Monroe St., Toledo 419-255-8000 or 800-644-6862, www.toledomuseum.org

Toledo Zoo

The Toledo Zoo is recognized as one of the world’s most complete zoos, and one of the region’s top family destinations. It boasts over 6,000 mammals, fish, reptiles, amphibians, birds and invertebrates representing over 750 species, and innovative ex-

hibits also get you up close to many of your favorites.

Each year, nearly one million people visit the zoo to experience the wonders of the natural world, 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 area, the Tembo Trail and the newly renovated Aquarium, which offers a unique opportunity to explore the mysteries of the deep.

Since it opened in March, visitors have been flooding into the zoo to see the newly renovated Aquarium, which houses 3,000+ aquatic animals in 178,000 gallons of water – nearly four times the volume as the previous Aquarium. The two and half year renovation preserved the exterior of the Works Progress Administration (WPA)-era structure, yet inside, visitors will find an exciting new Aquarium experience that includes sleek sharks to glittering tropical fish.

Touch a stingray with your own hands; stand beside a sea turtle as it glides by; interact with a diver inside 90,000-gallon “The Reef “exhibit.

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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.

Defy gravity as you ride the High Wire Cycle 20 feet above the atrium; or visit the Learning Worlds designed to focus on a specific science genre – Energy Factory, Mind Zone, Water Works, Little Kidspace, and more.

A number of special exhibits and events are planned throughout the year including “Guitar – The Instrument That Rocked The World,” an exhibit that explores the science and history behind the instrument that revolutionized music.

Through Aug. 9, explore how Dinnerware from the “Idler,” a yacht returning from Cleveland that sank in engineers think up new things, test 1900, is on display along with many other nautical artifacts at the National them and rebuild them to bring us Museum of the Great Lakes. (Maumee Bay photo by Ken Grosjean) the products we use every day at “Engineer it!”

Oct. 17 through Jan. 10, 2016, discover the madness behind the method at “Myth Busters: The ExThings to do and see plosive Exhibition.” Based on the real-life operations room of the Mythber of special events and exhibits Busters’ iconic set, the exhibition is others.

Special events include the Cros- throughout the year including Kids filled with gadgets, props, video and blueprints used by the hosts to ex- by Festival of the Arts (June 26-28), Fest! July 4, and to commemorate summertime jazz concerts, and Her- the 40th anniversary of sinking of plore myths on the show. alding the Holidays (Dec. 4-6), a sea- SS Edmund Fitzgerald, a series of One Discovery Way, Toledo sonal celebration showcasing the nu- Fitzgerald-related programs offered 419-244-2674, merous resident artistic guilds.

June and November designed to www.imaginationstationtoledo.org 5403 Elmer Dr. Toledo educate visitors and to remember 419-536-5566, the souls of those lost to the frigid Toledo Botanical Garden waters of Lake Superior. Visit the

Toledo Botanical Garden – which www.toledogarden.org website for complete details. once consisted of 20 acres donated

by George P. Crosby to the City of To- Museum of the Great Lakes Hours are Tuesday-Saturday 10 Located at the base of the Vet- a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday noon-5 ledo – now encompasses more than 60 acres of tranquility which serve erans Glass City Skyway Bridge, p.m. Closed Mondays and major as a living museum for plants. The the 18,500 square foot National holidays.

Garden is currently a public/private Museum of the Great Lakes fea- 1701 Front St., Toledo partnership between Metroparks and tures artifacts, interactive exhib- www.inlandseas.org the non-profit Toledo Botanical Gar- its and displays that highlight the den Board, Inc. in collaboration with cultural history and research of the Firefighters Museum

The Toledo Firefighters Museum Great Lakes. the City of Toledo.

Experience “The Great Lakes: A brings to life over 150 years of fire Notable gardens include shade, perennial, English border, aquatic, Powerful Force” theatre experience fighting history and tells the tale of herb, rose, dahlia and grass, among and a simulated submersible dive of the heroes of the Toledo Fire Divithe Edmund Fitzgerald shipwreck; sion.

Locate the Queen of the Lakes in Lake Ontario; stoke a steam boiler and much more.

Toledo’s own role in the history of the Great Lakes is highlighted throughout the museum via a “Toledo Trail” icon, which may be found on nearly 25 artifacts and stories

The Col. James M. Schoonmaker Museum Ship serves as an extension of the museum experience Toledo Botanical Gardens Making “slime” at Imagination Station. May through October.

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The museum hosts a num(Courtesy of Imagination Station)

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Located in the “Old Number 18 Fire House,” the display includes many large pieces of vintage firefighting equipment, including an 1837 Neptune – Toledo’s first fire pumper. Lovingly restored by Toledo firefighters, the hand-pulled, handoperated Neptune required a 20man crew and could deliver about 300 gallons of water per minute.

In addition, visitors will see fire gongs, antique fire toys, vintage uniforms and more.

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Brandville School houses the Oregon/ Jerusalem Historical Society, featuring many items used in the late 19th century.

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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, which opened in May, offers 2,000 slot machine and table game positions, a sports bar, restaurants and an entertainment lounge.

777 Hollywood Blvd., Toledo www.hollywoodcasinotoledo.com

Tony Packo’s Café

Tony Packo’s is world-famous not only for its Hungarian-style hot dogs, but also for the 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

See hundreds of live butterflies from North America, Central America and Asia in a beautiful indoor garden setting. Open May 1 through Sept.

30 and weekends in October.

11455 Obee Rd., Whitehouse 419-877-2733,

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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 60-foot boat replica of the time period. A two-mule team pulls the boat, while the crew handles the ropes and opens and closes the massive gates of the restored lock. See characters in period attire throughout the park.

Other highlights include a visit to Isaac Ludwig Mill, The General Store, Scenic Providence Dam and Lock #44, one of the last functioning 19th century limestone locks. Shelter rental and boat charters are also available.

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

Brandville School

Built in 1882, the Historic Brandville School has been refurbished and now houses the OregonJerusalem Historical Society. Local history memorabilia and military artifacts from every major conflict in which the United States has been involved dating back to 1812 to the present are featured. In 1994,

Brandville School was placed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Also on the campus is a restored one-room portable school, also listed on the National Register of Historic Places, complete with desks, blackboard, pot-belly stove and other items used in the late 19th century.

A carriage house contains a replica of a local general store; the second floor has vignettes of a doctor’s office, barber shop, ophthalmologist office and a living area with a bedroom and a parlor.

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 Museum

The Harbor View Historical Society and Museum is one of the newest museums Oregon, and is still under construction.

Located in the former Harbor View Missionary Baptist Church, the complex offers a glimpse of the War of 1812, the Battle of Lake Erie with the conclusion of the War in 1815. The exhibit includes two cannons that are replicas of the firepower used at the Battle of Lake Erie Continued on page 8

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A Place of Prayer, Quiet Reflection & Healing

Our Lady of Toledo Shrine All faiths welcome!

Chapel hours: 1 - 4 p.m.

Daily protect life prayers: 2 p.m.

Tuesday protect-life prayers: 7 p.m.

Gifts of Love Gift Shop hours: 1 - 4p.m.

Monthly First Saturday protect-life prayers at 2 p.m.

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The Sundance Drive-In.

Ongoing events at Fort Meigs State Memorial Park.

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and are from the 2003 Movie, “Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World” starring Russell Crowe.

Other displays under construction include the Old Naval Armory at Bay View, and the 1894 remnants from the Bayshore/Wynn one-room school house currently under restoration.

The Museum is open at no cost to the public Wednesdays 5-9 p.m. and Saturdays 1-5 p.m. Donations appreciated.

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Sundance Kid Drive-In

The drive-in, located across from Pearson Park in Oregon, features two first-run films on two screens April through October. 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. Enjoy popcorn, nachos, burgers and more from the concession stand. In addition, the Butch Cassidy Canteen, an outside concession wagon, serves up carnival favorites.

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

Fort Meigs State Park

Fort Meigs, a War of 1812 battlefield in Perrysburg, features a reconstructed fort and museum. Under the command of future President William Henry Harrison, Fort Meigs

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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 4-5); Life in Early Ohio (Aug. 22-23); Garrison Ghost Walks (Oct. 16-17, 23-24); World at War: Miniature War Gaming Day (Nov. 7); and Holiday Open House (Dec. 13.

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 noon5 p.m. Closed Mondays and Tuesdays.

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

Historic Genoa

The Schedel Arboretum.

The Town Hall looms over the village of Genoa, 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.

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Schedel Arboretum

The Schedel Arboretum was home to Joseph and Marie Schedel for more than 50 years before opening to the public in 1991.

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Family

Mark the birthday of Ohio Civil War hero and 19th U.S. President Rutherford B. Hayes Oct. 3 and 4 at the Hayes Presidential Center’s annual Civil War reenactment.

(Photo courtesy of Hayes Presidential Center)

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The arboretum has more than 17 scenic acres that border along the Portage River the Ohio Turnpike, just outside of Elmore. Visitors can enjoy gardens featuring nearly 20,000 annuals, roses, perennials, irises and peonies, including a Japanese garden complete with Torii, waterfall, pools, lanterns, bridges and a pagoda. A number of special exhibits and events are planned throughout the year, including exhibits in the Trellis Gallery, which has become a showcase for local artists. Group tours of the grounds and mansion are available by appointment.

A wide variety of special events and programs are offered throughout the year including Schedello!, a fine arts music festival set for Aug. 15 and 16. The free Juried Fine Arts Show will include approximately 100 fine artists from diverse disciplines lining Grand Lawn, plus, for a small donation, explore the arboretum and gardens and enjoy live music including Martha Reeves and the Vandellas (Sat.) and Alexander Zonjic with special guests Jeff Lorber and Thorneta Davis (Sun.).

Visit www.schedel-gardens.org/ events/ for a complete listing of events.

Regular hours May-October, Tuesday-Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sunday 12-4 p.m. Closed Mondays.

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

Woodville 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.

Museum visitors can learn about the 1900s oil boom, Indians 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 December, Wednesdays and Fridays 2 – 4 p.m.

Additional hours: June through August, Wednesdays 6 – 8 p.m. and by appointment.

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

Pemberville highlights

Pemberville’s historic PemberFurry 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; these highlights are 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 through October by appointment (419-287-4114) and during community events.

Wood County Museum

Discover the story of Wood County’s rich history at The Wood County Historical Center and Museum.

More than 30 rooms cover historical elements from the native people of Northwest Ohio, the Black Swamp, Oil and Gas Boom, various clothing

and decorating styles, and trends in medicine, politics and government.

The center also offers a range of special programs and events throughout the year, including a Halloween Folklore & Funfest (Oct. 17) and Old Home Holiday Tours (Dec. 5-18).

Exhibits include “1930s Arts & Crafts-era Decorating Styles,” “I Love the `80s – a Cultural Comparison of the 1880s and the 1980s,” “Wood County Infirmary History,” “Native Indians of Northwest Ohio” and more.

Open Tuesday-Friday 9:30 a.m.4:30 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday 1-4 p.m. through Oct. 31. Closed Mondays and holidays, and in November and January. Special extended holiday hours are available Dec. 6-19.

13660 County Home Rd., Bowling Green 419-352-0967, www.woodcountyhistory.org

North Coast Museum

The Northcoast 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.

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

Williams Park, 411 North Main St., Gibsonburg 419-332-5912

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By Mark Griffin Press Contributing Writer sports@presspublications.com senior Until last month, Eastwood of Tim Brennan Seifert had never heard Berta. said “I didn’t know who he was,” bus crash.

Seifert, 18, “but I knew about the news when I remember watching it on the in Georgia it happened. It happened down they down and I was thinking, ‘why are ” there, on a tournament or a trip?’

Tim the On Feb. 16, Seifert received National Berta Courage Award at the the SeaGate Football Foundation dinner at of Center in downtown Toledo. Universitywas Toledo football coach Matt Campbell the keynote speaker.

Berta was one of 21 Bluffton University when baseball players who were injured Fla., their charter bus, headed to Sarasota, fell and careened off an Atlanta overpass

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the Dunberger Post. con“She had a rank. Military dogs are women,” sidered veterans just like men and service for said Walters, who organized the it.”

Bernie. “I wanted to do it. She deserved at At a meeting of the Color Guard the idea of Dunberger, everyone supported giving Sgt. Bernie the memorial. for vetmemorials of lot a done “We’ve a dog,” he erans. We’ve never done one for week. a within together came all said. “It Everything just fell into the place.” spoke A chaplain led the service and of the fondly of Sgt. Bernie. Seven members a ceremomilitary fired a 3-volley salute, and police nial act performed at military funerals.

Night,” Walters read “Guardians of the that speaks a poem by an unknown author dog has of the bond a police and military perspecdog’s the from handler, with its and militive. It is commonly read at police tary dog funerals. your “Trust in me my friend, for I am will protect comrade,” begins the poem. “I all others you with my last breath. When of the night have left you and the loneliness Following closes in, I will be at your side.” ends with, poem the verses, more several done and “And when our time together is Continued on page 4

below. Five nearly 20 feet to the highway with the Bluffton players were killed, along bus driver and his wife. was a Berta, who was from Ida, Mich., one 2002 NFF honoree who was awarded its by of the NFF’s annual scholarships honwas Wistert Chapter. In 2007, Berta

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Courage for the Jerry Rutherford nominated Seifert award.

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the way to the nation’s first presidential center and museum, – a tribute to 19th U.S. President Rutherford B. Hayes.

The facility is built on 25 acres of the President’s beloved “Spiegel Grove” estate and includes his 31room Victorian mansion, museum, library and burial site. The exhibit galleries house nearly 1,800 artifacts on permanent display, including exhibits devoted to President Hayes’s military service, his political roles and details of his personal life.

Through Jan. 4, 2016, the center will feature “Dressed for Life: First Ladies’ & Red Dress Collection” featuring more than a half-dozen red dresses worn by First Ladies including Lucy Hayes, Pat Nixon, Betty Ford, Rosalyn Carter and Laura Bush, along with celebrity dresses from New York City’s annual “Red Dress Collection.”

Other highlights include Second Saturdays R 4 Kids educational series, outdoor Verandah Concerts in the summer, a two-day Civil War Re-enactment (Oct. 3-4), the Hayes Train Special model train display (Nov. 27-Jan. 2, 2016), Horse-Drawn Sleigh Rides in Spiegel Grove (Dec. 26-27 and Dec. 29-31) and more.

Metroparks of the Toledo Area Metroparks of the Toledo Area preserves many of Lucas County’s most unique 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 a two-mile elevated boardwalk plus an observation tower amidst swamplands, marsh, scenic meadows and woods that are teeming with wildlife and birds. The park features lakeshore and inland beaches, a marina and an Arthur Hillsdesigned golf course and more. The Maumee Bay State Park Lodge and Conference Center offer lodge room and cottage accommodations designed with comfort and convenience in mind.

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

• The Wood County Park District oversees several park facilities in the county, including Cedar Creeks Preserve, a 42-acre tract located east of Walbridge where Woodville Road (SR 51) crosses Walbridge Road. The park is an excellent example of the former Black Swamp that once covered a large portion of Northwest Ohio and includes hiking trails, a footbridge, picnic tables, restrooms and an information kiosk.

419-353-1897, woodcountyparkdistrict.org

• The Sandusky County Park District operates 10 facilities, including the 93-acre Wolf Creek Park, 160-acre Blue Huron Reserve, the Mull Covered Bridge, the 310-acre Creek Ben 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 throughout the region as well as for non-power boating and fishing; a beach and a campground located across from the park’s main entrance.

419-334-4495, 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, 110 Lighthouse Dr., Marblehead 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. Tours are offered on summer weekdays after Memorial Day until the Friday before Labor Day and on the second Saturday of the month June through October.

A museum, located in the Keeper’s House and operated by the Marblehead Lighthouse Historical Society, is open whenever the tower is open.

419-734-4424 ext. 2, dnr.state. oh.us/parks

Religious sites

Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto Our Lady of Lourdes Church in Genoa, features a grotto constructed of “tufa,” fossilized vegetation found in the “blue hole” at Castilia, Ohio, and a ground-level statue of a praying Saint Bernadette Souberious looking admiringly at Our Lady. The grounds

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also include a small altar, an adjoining bell tower of tufa, arches and outdoor Stations of the Cross in handcarved Italian bronze. The Grotto Gift Shop will be open after Masses Sat. 5:30 p.m. and Sunday 11:30 a.m.

Religious and non-religious gifts are available. See the stained glass window from the “Old White Church” on display.

204 S. Main St., Genoa, 419-8558501 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 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 halfdomed apse embellished by frescoes in the Keim process, and by one of its most striking gems, the Rose Window, which sparkles and radiates in

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the changing light of the eastern sun.

2535 Collingwood Blvd., Toledo 419-244-9575, rosarycathedral.org Sorrowful Mother Shrine The Sorrowful Mother Shrine features 120 acres of wooded splendor, plus 40 points of interest including grottos, Sorrowful Mother Chapel, Pieta Outdoor Chapel, plus the Stations of the Cross. Founded in 1850, the original shrine is the oldest place of pilgrimage dedicated to Mary in the Midwest.

Cafeteria and gift shop available.

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

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 Old-Fashioned 4th of July celebration, Fiddle Contest and Summer on the Farm (July 11), Annual Doll & Teddy Bear Show & Sale (Aug. 1-2), Annual Apple Butter Making Week (Sept. 23-26), Fall on the Farm & Scout Day (Oct. 10), Annual Woodcarvers’ Show & Sale (Oct. 24-25) 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

Historic Lyme Village

Explore the past as you tour the 16 buildings in this 19th-century village. Tours include an 1880s Victorian mansion, an 1836 farm home, log homes, barns, a one-room school, a general store 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. 12-13); Storybook Halloween (Oct. 10) and Christmas of Yesteryear (TBA).

Guided tours are offered June through August, Tuesday–Saturday 10 a.m.–4 p.m., Sunday 12–4 p.m. and Sundays in September from noon - 4 p.m.

5001 SR 4 (south of SR 113), Bellevue 419-483-4949, lymevillage.com

Merry-Go-Round Museum

Located in the former U.S. Post

Merry-Go-Round Museum 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, which has a half-rotunda at the front and is listed with the National Register of Historic Places, features a restored 1939 Allen Herschell carousel that offers rides to visitors.

From Memorial Day through Labor Day, hours are Monday- Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday noon- 5 p.m. Off-season hours are Wednesday through Saturday 11 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday noon-5 p.m.

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

African Safari Park

The African Safari drive-thru.

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Come for a day of fun, education and entertainment at African Safari, home of more than 400 of the world’s most beautiful and exotic animals.

For one price, enjoy both drive-thru and walk-thru safaris, plus camel rides, entertaining and educational animal shows, pig races and more.

A gift shop, picnic facilities, a snack bar and café and grill are also available.

Open through Dec. 6 (subject to change). Open daily rain or shine.

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

Cedar Point

Lauded as “The Roller Coaster Capital of the World,” Cedar Point boasts 17 coasters, including Millennium Force, voted the numberone steel coaster on the planet. New for 2015 is Rougarou, a floorlessdesign coaster that promises to deliver new thrills as it takes riders on an epic journey at speeds reaching 60 mph, with their feet dangling just inches above the track and the murky waters below.

All told, the park’s 150 rides and attractions, including three kids’ areas and lively entertainment and musical shows, make it a destination for thrill-seekers and families alike.

Convenient accommodations are available just steps away from the park, including the newly-renovated Hotel Breakers. Other options include waterfront cottages, an allsuites hotel and an indoor waterpark.

Open daily through Labor Day

and enjoy spooky fun at HalloWeekends Sept. 13 through Nov. 1.

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

Castaway Bay

Guests at Cedar Point’s Castaway Bay will feel like they have just landed on an island paradise. The indoor waterpark resort features wet and wild fun for the whole family, including a wave pool, water coaster, slides, kiddie water play areas and children’s activities.

The resort also offers a state-ofthe-art arcade, restaurants and retail shops. In-season, overnight guests enjoy early entry and ticket discounts for Cedar Point.

2001 Cleveland Rd. (US 6), Sandusky 419-627-2500, www.castawaybay.com

Soak City

Located adjacent to Cedar Point, the 18-acre waterpark features a wave pool, raft rides, tube slides, inner tube rivers, and more. ChooChoo Lagoon and Tadpole Town offer big fun for little ones. For adults, there’s Bubbles Swim-Up Bar a special area with a hot tub. Soak City guests can also enjoy the sandy Cedar Point Beach on Lake Erie. Open through Labor Day. 1 Cedar Point Dr., (off US 6) Sandusky 419-627-2350, www.cedarpoint.com.

Challenge Park

Challenge Park activity complex, located between Cedar Point and Soak City, offers the RipCord Skycoaster, two high-speed go-kart tracks, miniature golf and Skyscraper, a thrilling ride that spins riders in a circular motion 16 stories above the ground at speeds of 55 mph.

Admission to Cedar Point or Soak City not required. Each attraction has a separate fee.

Open daily through Sept. 7 and weekends through Nov. 1.

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

roller coaster, interactive 3-D black light miniature golf, a skating rink and bounce houses and an indoor play area (for under age 12). In December, visit the Winter Wonderland walk-thru. Open year-round.

Call for hours.

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

Great Wolf Lodge

Great Wolf Lodge is an all-suites, full-service, family destination indoor waterpark resort with familyfriendly amenities that include rides and slides for kids of all ages, a spacious outdoor pool, arcade MagiQuest Live-action adventure, a performing Great Clock Tower, Scoops Kid Spa and more.

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

Sawmill Creek Resort

Located minutes from Cedar Point and Lake Erie Islands, Sawmill Creek features 235 lakeside acres, Tom Fazio championship golf course, indoor and outdoor pools, four restaurants and bars, nature preserve trails and more.

400 Sawmill Creek Dr., Huron/Sandusky 419-433-3800, sawmillcreek.com

Kalahari Resort

Kalahari Resort offers year-round fun in its indoor waterpark, plus outdoor water and adventure parks.

The indoor park features a 12,000 square-foot wave pool, the Swahili Swirl bowl raft ride, zip coaster uphill water rollercoaster waterslide, and Lazy River and more.

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Ghostly Manor

A multi-attraction, family entertainment center, featured on The Travel Channel’s “Best Places I’ve Ever Been,” and Forbes’ “Top 10 Haunted Attractions” lists, Ghostly Manor features Ohio’s fastest virtual

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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 thrilling zip line tour, ropes course, climbing walls and more.

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

Downtown Put-in-Bay. Put-in-Bay has been attracting visitors for nearly 150 years.

(Courtesy of shoresandislands.com)

Monsoon Lagoon

Monsoon Lagoon waterpark and family entertainment complex features aquatic adventures including waterslides, a lazy river, and Adventure Island Tree House with 17 levels.

Miniature golf, bumper boats, grand prix cars and a gaming arcade round out a day of family fun. Open through Sept. 7.

Routes 2 & 269 (1530 S. Danbury Rd), Port Clinton 419-732-6671, monsoonlagoonwaterpark.com

Seneca Caverns

Visitors to Seneca Caverns – “The Caviest Cave” – can walk natural stone steps and pathways through “the earth crack” and past the Ole Mist’ry River. Shop Hollowrock Gifts for minerals, nature books and other gifts.

Open daily Memorial Day through Labor Day; Saturdays and Sundays in May and September through midOctober or by appointment.

15248 E. Twp. Rd. 178 (off SR 269 S), Bellevue 419-483-6711, senecacavernsohio.com

Lakeside Chautauqua

For more than 140 years, Lakeside, the Chautauqua on Lake Erie, has welcomed families to the Lake

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Erie shore to participate in the summer Chautauqua experience dedicated to nurturing mind, body, and spirit. The historic Lakeside community offers spiritual, educational, cultural, and recreational opportunities during the summer programming season. Quaint shopping and unique dining complete the experience.

Lakeside is a year-round destination that provides rest and renewal experiences for groups of all ages and sizes.

236 Walnut Ave., Lakeside 866-952-5374, www.lakesideohio.com

Ferguson Gallery & Studio Visitors to the gallery of internationally recognized glass artist Cary Ferguson can enjoy glass-blowing and cutting demonstrations. Four showrooms are filled with jewelry, accessories, nautical decor, antiques and works of local artists.

ADA accessible. Open Fri. and Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sun. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. and by appointment.

5890 E. Harbor Rd. (SR 163), Marblehead 419-734-0600, www.fergusongallery.com.

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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.

9999 E. Bayshore Road, Marblehead 419-798-9339, www.thekeepershouse.org 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 Drive, Marblehead www.johnsonsisland.org

Visitors have been flocking to the village of Put-in-Bay on South Bass Island for nearly 150 years. Hundreds of thousands travel here annually to enjoy family-friendly activities, outdoor recreation and a large variety of special events. Many start their visit with a narrated tram tour. Others choose to explore on their own, renting a golf cart, scooter or bike.

Families will find plenty to keep the kids entertained including a butterfly house, miniature golf, gem mining, cave tours, arcades, a carousel and go-kart racing. History enthusiasts won’t want to miss Perry’s Victory and International Peace Memorial.

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Be safe along Lake Erie by following safety tips Before visiting one of the many public access sites along Ohio’s 312-mile Lake Erie shore, the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) remind residents and visitors that recreating along Lake Erie’s shore and swimming in Lake Erie’s water are very different than swimming in inland lakes and pools.

The ODNR Office of Coastal Management offers the following simple safety tips.

• Don’t swim alone. Swim with a buddy in designated beach areas.

• Designate a water watcher. A water watcher is a person who keeps tabs on members of the group and the weather, which can rapidly change. Take turns being the watcher so everyone can join in the fun.

• File a float plan. Beach-goers should tell someone who is not going to the beach where they are going, when they are leaving and when they expect to get back.

• Wear a life jacket. People should wear life jackets at the beach if they do not know how to swim, and life jackets should be worn during big

waves. People who are only familiar with swimming in pools and inland ponds can be surprised at the force of currents and waves in Lake Erie.

• Remember Lake Erie’s bottom is not flat. Sudden drop-offs from raised sandbars and changes in the lakebed can occur. Staying in waist deep water is a good rule of thumb for playing with friends.

• Be aware of water currents while swimming. Water currents constantly circulate in Lake Erie and can pull swimmers out to deep water.

Currents are nearly always present along structures and can be dangerously strong. Avoid jumping off or swimming near piers, jetties and breakwalls especially when there are waves on Lake Erie.

• Learn what to do if caught in a current. Swimmers who get caught in a current should flip on their backs and float, or swim at a right angle away from the pull of the water and then toward the shore. Currents flowing faster than 2 mph are considered dangerous. Dangerous currents can exceed 5 mph — faster

than an Olympic swimmer can swim (i.e., people cannot swim into a current and reach the shore).

• Remember that Lake Erie’s water may still be cold. At the beginning of June 2015, Lake Erie’s surface water ranged from 56-66º F. Jumping into cold water (less than 70ºF) can cause a person’s body to go into shock regardless of the air temperature or the person’s ability to swim.

True hypothermia will set in after about 30 minutes. Experts recommend that people treat any water below 70ºF as cold water.

• Learn the signs of drowning. People who are drowning are typically facing the shore with their mouth at water level, their head titled back and their body vertical.

Typically their face will barely be breaking the water’s surface and will be the only visible part of their body. If people could see underwater, a drowning person’s arms and legs would be moving in a motion that would look like they are trying to climb out of the water.

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419-746-2360, www.kelleysislandchamber.com Glacial Grooves The world’s largest accessible glacial grooves, embedded with fossils that are 300-400 million years old, are located on the north side of Kelleys Island, and can be viewed from a walkway and stairs. Open yearround during daylight hours.

Division Street, Kelleys Island ohiohistory.org

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Kelleys Island North Pond Nature Trail. (Courtesy of shoresandislands.com)

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Peace Memorial commemorates Oliver Hazard Perry’s victory over the British during the War of 1812, and the lasting peace between the U.S., England and Canada since that time.

The memorial, a Doric column, rises the 352 feet over Lake Erie. The visitor’s center features displays, a video theater, ranger talks and interpretive programs. Schedule varies, call or see website for details.

93 Delaware Ave., Put-in-Bay 419-285-2184, nps.gov/pevi Heineman’s Winery Founded in 1888 by Gustav Heineman, an immigrant from BadenBaden, Germany, Heineman’s Winery offers tours, a tasting room and wine garden with light snacks. Tours include a visit to Crystal Cave, the world’s largest recorded geode, located directly below the winery. Hours vary.

Heineman’s Winery

978 Catawba Ave., Put-in-Bay 419-285-2811, www.heinemanswinery.com Lake Erie Islands Hist. Museum Displays include more than 65 ship models; the South Bass Island Lighthouse Fresnel lens; and artifacts from the Battle of Lake Erie, island life and the Ford Tri-Motor and great hotel eras. There is a theatre, research library and bookstore.

Hours (subject to change) Mid-May, June and September daily 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; July and August 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and October weekends 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

25 Town Hall Place, Put-in-Bay 419-285-2804, leihs.org

Kelleys Island

The largest American freshwater island on Lake Erie, Kelleys Island is an outdoor enthusiast’s dream. Most commonly explored by foot, bike, golf cart and/or kayak, the island has 600 acres of Ohio State Park land, 17 miles of coastline, nature and hiking trails, a fossil-filled quarry, wetlands, and wildflowers. Located in the western basin of Lake Erie, the island’s scenery can be discovered by foot, bike, golf cart, or kayak.

Abundant waterfowl can be seen, making this a popular spot for birding enthusiasts, and each year in September, thousands of monarch butterflies.

The only daily passenger and automobile transportation to Kelleys Island from Marblehead. During peak season, the ferry departs every half hour and offer late-night service on weekends. A parking fee is collected at the Marblehead dock.

Available year-round, weather permitting.

510 W. Main St. (SR 163), Marblehead 419-798-9763, www.kelleysislandferry.com

Jet Express

The Jet Express offers high-speed passenger ferries to downtown Kelleys Island and Put-in-Bay from Port Clinton and Sandusky.

Boats offer comfortable, stylish passenger cabins and open-air sundecks. Late-night service, group discounts and family-friendly children’s rates available. Service available May through October.

3 N. Monroe St., Port Clinton 800-245-1538, www.jet-express.com

Miller Ferries

Four passenger/ vehicle ferries operate from Catawba (end of Rt. 53 North) to the islands of Put-in-Bay (South Bass Island) and Middle Bass. Ferries operate spring, summer, fall and weather permitting, to Put-in-Bay only in winter. Limited free parking available.

5174 E. Water St. (SR 53 North), Port Clinton 800-500-2421, www.millerferry.com

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Pierre-Henri de Valenciennes’ “Classical Landscape with Figures Drinking by a Fountain” is among the works in the Toledo Museum of Art’s exhibit, “300 Years of French Landscape Painting” on display July 17-Oct. 11.

(Photo courtesy of Toledo Museum of Art)

Calendar of Events

Fairs, festivals, family-events abound the whole year through Through July 5: “The American Civil War: Through Artists’ Eyes,” Toledo Museum of Art, Galleries 28 & 29 – an exhibition depicting the major events of the American Civil War as seen through the eyes of the artist, including a monumental painting of the Battle of Cold Harbor, by Gilbert Gaul. www.toledomuseum.org.

Through July 5: “Best in Show: Animal Illustrations from the Mazza Collection,” Toledo Museum of Art. The Mazza Museum in Findlay, holds the largest collection of original artwork by children’s book illustrators in the world. About 50 works from that collection are on loan to the TMA in this exhibition presented by Marathon Petroleum. Free www.toledomuseum.org.

Through Sept. 6: “Play Time,” Toledo Museum of Art, Toledo. The exhibit celebrates the art of diversion and engages visitors in multisensory, interactive installations across the 36-acre museum campus and in select locations across the city.

Through Sept.

6: “Earthly Beauty,” Toledo Museum of Art, Works on Paper Gallery. Featuring 180 works of art assembled from the TMA collection, including dreamy depictions of worldly beauty, both real and imagined, span from the

West Indies to North Wales in this exhibition of watercolor paintings and drawings. www.toledomuseum.org.

July 17-Oct. 11: “From the Collection: Three Hundred Years of French Landscape Painting,” Toledo Museum of Art, Gallery 18.

Drawn entirely from the TMA holdings, the exhibit contains a single, stunning example selected from each of the many styles that define the French tradition of depicting scenes in nature. www.toledomuseum.org.

Oct. 15-Jan. 10, 2017: “Degas and the Dance–A Focus Exhibition,” Toledo Museum of Art, Canaday Gallery. “Little Dancer of Fourteen Years,” on loan from the Clark Art Institute of Williamstown, Massachusetts, occupies center stage in this exhibition that revolves around Hilaire Germain Edgar Degas (1834–1917), one of France’s leading Impressionists. www.toledomuseum.org.

Oct. 17 – Jan. 10, 2016: MythBusters: The Explosive Exhibition, Imagination Station Toledo, One Discovery Way, Toledo.

Apply the scientific method to uncover the truth behind popular myths. Based on the real-life operations room of the MythBusters’ iconic set, this exhibition is filled with gadgets, props, video and

blueprints used by the hosts to explore myths on the show. www.imaginationstationtoledo.org.

National Center For Nature Photography – Long-term and frequently changing exhibits fill the recently renovated gallery of the National Center for Nature Photography in Secor Metropark, 10001 W. Central Ave., Berkey, Ohio. Open 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Fri.Sun. Free. 419-407-9793.

Through Dec. 31: “1st Ladies & Red Dress Collection” exhibit, Hayes Presidential Center, corner of Hayes & Buckland, Fremont.

Featuring more than a half-dozen red dresses worn by First Ladies, along with celebrity dresses from New York City’s annual Red Dress Collection Fashion Show, which raises awareness about women’s heart health. Includes dresses worn by First Ladies Pat Nixon, Betty Ford, Laura Bush and Lucy Hayes, along with Robin Roberts, Heidi Klum and more. 419-3322081, www.rbhayes.org.

Sculpture in the Park: Williams Park, SR 300, in the Village of Gibsonburg. Walk among sculptures nestled among the trees, flowers and lake. Admission is free, but the experience is priceless. Sculptures represent many of the most prominent sculptors from Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Vermont.

Monday Night Cruise-ins, 6-8 p.m., Frisch’s Big Boy, 2669 Woodville Rd., Northwood. Through Oct. 12, weather permitting. Free registration. 20 percent discount to cruisers. Door prizes. Music with Cruisin’ Zeake. www.curisinzeake. com.

Genoa Super Cruise-ins, June 30, July 28 and Aug. 25, Main St., downtown Genoa. Featuring music by Cruisin’ Zeake, food, 50/50 raffles to benefit local charities, and more.

Pemberville Cruisin Nights, July 9 and Aug. 6, Sept. 3, downtown Pemberville.

July

July 2, 3 & 4: Woodville’s 4th of July Celebration, Trailmarker Park, Woodville. Parade, 5K race, car show, amusements, and fireworks. http://homes.amplex.net/ fourth/index.htm.

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entertainment, giant inflatables, a corn hole tournament, a duck race, kid’s games, 50/50 drawings, a beer garden and spectacular fireworks. Admission and parking are free. www.oakharborohio.net, 419898-0479.

July 4: Red, White & Kaboom Fireworks, Promenade and Festival Parks, Toledo. www.dotoledo.org.

July 4: 6th Annual City of Oregon Boomfest at the Grove, July 4, noon-midnight, Oak Shade Grove, 3624 Seaman Rd., Oregon.

Featuring fun activities for the family, food, Cruisin’ in the Grove Car Show and music by national recording group, “Little River Band.”

Admission, entertainment and parking are free. Fireworks sponsored by BP/Husky Refinery will cap off the night.

July 4: Independence Day Concert, Hayes Presidential Center, Hayes and Buckland, Fremont, 2-3:30 p.m., Free and open to the public. Featuring music by the Toledo Symphony Concert Band, along with costumed Civil War re-enactors www.rbhayes.org.

July 4-5: Old Fashioned 4th of July, Sauder Village, 22611 SR 2, Archbold, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. A day filled with special activities from hand-cranked ice cream and oldfashioned games, patriotic songs and more. www.saudervillage.org.

July 8: Verandah Concert, Hayes Presidential Center, Hayes and Buckland, Fremont, 7 p.m. The evening starts with an ice cream social at 6:45 p.m. Featuring music by BGSU Jazz Singers. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and choose a spot on the lawn. www.rbhayes.org.

July 10-12: Lagrange Street Polish Festival, Polish Village (Lagrange Street between Central and Mettler), Toledo. Featuring polka bands from across the Midwest, Polish food and delicacies, Polish (Pivo) and American beer, polka dance contest, a pierogi-eating contest, kids’ area, arts & craft vendors from across the region. 419-2558406, ext. 304 or www.polishfestival.org.

July 11: Fiddle Contest & Summer on the Farm, Sauder Village, 22611 SR 2, Archbold, 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. Experience life on a farm more than 100 year ago with ice cream-, butter- and rope-making demonstrations, a spelling bee and more. 800-590-9755 or www. saudervillage.org.

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Fairs, festivals, family-events abound the whole year through

Martha Reeves and the Vandellas will perform at Schedello! Fine Arts & Music Festival at Schedel Gardens in Elmore, August 15-16.

Lighthouse Waterfront Festival, Maumee Bay State Park, 1750 Park Rd. #2, Oregon. Island music, fireworks, sandcastle-making contest, food, boat rides around the lighthouse, nautical arts and crafts, children’s activities, lighthouse photo contest and more. 419-691-3788 or www.toledoharborlighthouse.org.

July 14-19: Lucas Co. Fair, Lucas Co. Fairgrounds, 2901 Key St., Maumee. www.lucascountyfair.com July 18: Explore the Crafts, Sauder Village, 22611 SR 2, Archbold, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Try your hand at pottery, woodworking, blacksmithing, tinsmithing and more. www.saudervillage.org.

July 20-26: Ottawa Co. Fair, Ottawa County Fairgrounds, 7870 W. SR 163, Oak Harbor. King and Queen crowning, livestock exhibits, live entertainment, corn hole tournament, demolition derby, tractor pulls, rides, games, food, and more. www.ottawacountyfair.org/419898-1971.

July 18: Explore the Crafts, Sauder Village, 22611 SR 2, Archbold, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Try your hand at pottery, woodworking, blacksmithing, tinsmithing and more. www.saudervillage.org.

July 20: Dragon Boat Festival, International Park (east bank of the Maumee River), Toledo. Children’s activities, live entertainment, festival food and competitive Hong Kongstyle dragon boat races to benefit Partners in Education. www.part-

nerstoledo.org.

July 18: Community Garage Sales, village of Pemberville.

July 18-19: 10th Annual African American Festival, Scott Park Campus, University of Toledo.

Gospel, live entertainment, vendors, rides, parade and commences with a citywide praise and worship gospel celebration. www.toledourban.com/TUFCU/AAF.aspx.

July 20: ADA Day, Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Trail, Toledo, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

The Ability Center of Greater Toledo will be on hand with information about services available for people with disabilities. Info: 419-8855733.

July 22: Verandah Concert, Hayes Presidential Center, Fremont, 7 p.m. The evening starts with an ice cream social at 6:45 p.m. Featuring music by The Voices of Harmony.

Bring a lawn chair or blanket and choose a spot on the lawn. www. rbhayes.org.

July 24-25: Pizza Palooza, Centennial Terrace, 5773 Centennial Rd., Toledo. Vote for your favorite pizza restaurant in this annual contest. www.dotoledo. org.

July 25: GroveFest, Hayes Presidential Center, Hayes & Buckland, Fremont, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Croquet play, entertainment, car show, fundraising auction and more. www.rbhayes.org.

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of Toledo, Centennial Mall, 2801 W. Bancroft, Toledo. The annual event draws art lovers, families, music fans and summertime browsers. www.toledoalumni.org.

August

Aug. 1-2: 32nd Annual Doll & Teddy Bear Show & Sale, Sauder Village, 22611 SR 2, Archbold.

Antique dolls, original dolls, teddy bears and modern collectibles and accessories, workshops and other activities. www.saudervillage.org.

Aug. 3-10: Wood Co. Fair, Wood County Fairgrounds, 13800 W. Poe Rd., Bowling Green. Featuring agricultural displays, entertainment, food, demonstrations and more. www.woodcounty-fair.com.

Aug. 5: Verandah Concert, Hayes Presidential Center, Hayes and Buckland, Fremont, 7 p.m. The evening starts with an ice cream social at 6:45 p.m. Music by Matthew Ball – the Boogie Woogie Kid. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and choose a spot on the lawn. www.rbhayes. org.

Aug. 7: Rock `N Roar, Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Trail, Toledo. The summer’s hottest dance party for the 21-and-over crowd, featuring live bands and a DJ. 419-385-4040 or www.toledozoo.org.

Aug. 7-8: Maumee Summer Fair, Uptown Maumee, Conant St., Maumee. Parade, arts & crafts, en-

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Aug. 9: Peter Navarre Day, Toledo Botanical Garden, 5403 Elmer Dr., Toledo, 11-4 p.m. Visit the Pioneer Garden to celebrate the life of Peter Navarre, a skilled and courageous Indian Scout during the Battle of Lake Erie in the war of 1812. Light refreshment, Kids’ activities, re-enactments and more. www.toledogarden.org.

Aug. 12-15: Pemberville Free Fair, downtown Pemberville, O. Entertainment, contests, arts & crafts, parade, exhibitions and more. www.pembervillefair.org.

Aug. 12-15: Rug Hooking Exhibit, Sauder Village, 22611 SR 2, Archbold. Rug hooking demonstrations, workshops and vendor booths. www.saudervillage.org.

Aug. 13-16: 31st Northwest Ohio Rib-Off, Lucas Co. Fairgrounds, 1406 Key St., Maumee. Four days of the best national and local BBQ ribbers vying for your taste buds, national entertainment acts, amusement rides, vendors and more.

Aug. 15-16: Schedello! Fine Arts & Music Festival, Schedel Gardens, 19255 W. Portage River S. Rd., Elmore. Approximately 100 fine artists from diverse disciplines are expected to line the Grand Lawn for this juried show and for a donation, visit the arboretum and gardens and hear two days of some of the best live music ever to the hit the area including Martha Reeves and the Vandellas Saturday and Alexander Zonjic with special guests Jeff Lorber and Thorneta Davis. For info, visit www.schedel-gardens.org.

Aug. 15-16: 11th Annual Levis Commons Fine Art Fair, the Town Center at Levis Commons, Perrysburg. More than 125 artists and artisans will take part in this juried fair that will feature jewelry, ceramics, painting, glass, photography, fiber and more. Free admission and parking. www.theguild.org.

Aug. 15-16: 41st Annual Birmingham Ethnic Festival, Consaul Street between Front and Milford in Toledo’s Birmingham neighborhood. Take a trip to the Old Country and enjoy food, entertainment, crafts and more. www.birminghamethnicfestival.org.

Aug. 19: Verandah Concert, Hayes Presidential Center, Hayes and Buckland, Fremont, 7 p.m. The evening starts with an ice cream social at 6:45 p.m. Music by the North Coast Big Band. Bring a lawn chair

The German American Festival runs August 28-30. or blanket and choose a spot on the lawn. www.rbhayes.org.

Aug. 21-23: 49th National Tractor-Pulling Championships, Wood Co. Fairgrounds, 13800 Poe Rd., Bowling Green. www.pulltown. com.

Aug. 22: Barbershop Sing, Sauder Village, 22611 SR 2, Archbold, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Featuring the Alliance Chorus of Columbus. www.saudervillage.org.

Aug. 22-25: Life in Early Ohio, Fort Meigs State Memorial, 29100 W. River Rd., Perrysburg, Watch “lost” historic skills including blacksmithing, coopering and tinsmithing are just a few historic skills. www.fortmeigs.org.

Aug. 25-30: Sandusky Co. Fair.

Sandusky County Fairgrounds, 901 Rawson Ave., Fremont. www. sanduskycountyfair.com.

Aug. 28-30: German-American Festival, Oak Shade Grove, 3624 Seaman Rd., Oregon. Northwest Ohio’s oldest ethnic festival featuring non-stop music & entertainment. Shop at the Import Haus, dance or watch the stone-throwing contest. Enjoy traditional and modern German music, GermanAmerican foods and baked goods, continuous entertainment, a children’s Hummel look-alike contest, live glockenspiel, soccer games, free parking, children’s rides, Volkswagen raffle. http://www.gafsociety.org.

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and flutter. 419-385-4040 or www. toledozoo.org.

September

Sept. 5-7: 5th Milan Melon Festival, Village Square, Milan, O. www.milanmelonfestival.org.

Sept. 5-7: 27th Annual 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.

Sept. 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29: 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 great discounts during the rest of the week. 419-385-4040 or www. toledozoo.org.

Sept.

11-13: 45th GreekAmerican Festival, Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 740 N. Superior St., Toledo. A celebration of the Orthodox faith, Greek culture, entertainment, food, pastry and hospitality. www.toledogreekfest.com.

Sept. 11-13: 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. www.blackswamparts.org.

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Sept. 5: Grub N` Suds Motorcycle Festival, 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Depot Park, Elmore. Sponsored by the Elmore Historical Society and A.B.A.T.E of Ohio Region 7, the festival will feature more than 1,000 motorcycles, a poker run, live bands, bike games and contests with lots of food and beer. www.elmorehs.tripod.com.

Sept. 12: Butterfly Festival, Kelleys Island Historical Museum, 222-224 Division St. Free kelleysislandhistorical.org.

Sept. 12: Harrison Rally Days, downtown Perrysburg. Parade (10 a.m.), merchant and service organization booths, fine arts, food, children’s games and activities, live entertainment and more. www.visitperrysburg.com.

Sept. 12-13 Pioneer Days, Historic Lyme Village, 5001 SR 4, Bellevue.

Travel back in time as history comes alive. Experience various aspects of life in the 1700s and 1800s. www. lymevillage.org.

Sept. 13: Grandparents Day/Day of Honor, Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Trail, Toledo. Grandparents are admitted free when they bring their grandchildren to the zoo. Also an annual salute to members of our military and first responder organizations. www. toledozoo.org.

Sept. 13: “I Do at the Zoo,” Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Trail, Toledo, 3-7 p.m.

With more wedding professionals than ever in the beautiful Toledo Zoo setting, it’s a bridal show brides-tobe won’t want to miss. www.toledozoo.org.

Sept. 15: Annual Brewery Festival: Milan Brew Haha, Milan Historical Museum, 10 N. Edison Dr., Milan, O. Tastings, appetizers, raffles, merchandise, and music. milanhistory. org.

Sept. 15: Senior Safari, Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way, Toledo. Join the Toledo Zoo and the Area Office on Aging of Northwestern Ohio for a fun day focused on seniors. www.toledozoo.org.

Sept.

15-20: Celebrate Our Artisans, Sauder Village, 22611 SR 2, Archbold. Special demonstrations, daily drawings and more. www.saudervillage.org.

Sept. 26: Roche de Boeuf Festival, downtown Waterville, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

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

Sept. 23-26: Annual Apple Butter Making, Sauder Village, 22611 SR 2, Archbold, O. Celebrate fall with

apple cider pressing and other apple-themed activities as well as homemade apple dumplings, pies and other treats to enjoy. 800-5909755 or www.saudervillage.org.

Sept. 25-27: Luckey Fall Festival, Luckey, O. 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, steam engine hobo dinner, apple-butter festival and more. www.luckeyfallfestival.com.

October

Oct. 3-4: Hayes Civil War Reenactment, Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Center, Spiegel Grove, Fremont, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Mark the birthday of Ohio Civil War hero and 19th U.S. President Rutherford B. Hayes by experiencing life during the Civil War. More than 500 reenactors camp on the grounds of the Hayes estate for this two-day living-history event. 800-998-PRES or www.rbhayes.org.

Oct. 3-4: All Aboard Train Event, Sauder Village, 22611 SR 2, Archbold. See model trains, garden scale trains and more. www.saudervillage.org.

Oct. 5: Fall Science Day, Nature’s Neighborhood, Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Trail, Toledo. Cool science activities with a fall theme. www.toledozoo. org.

Oct. 6, 13, 20 and 27: 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 great discounts during the rest of the week. 419-385-4040 or www. toledozoo.org.

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Historic Lyme Village, 5001 SR 4, 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. 10: Fall on the Farm & Scout Day, Sauder Village, 22611 SR 2, Archbold. Family fun awaits visitors young and old will have the opportunity to take a step back in time and help prepare the farm for the winter ahead. 800-590-9755 or www.saudervillage.org.

Oct. 10-11: 37th Oak Harbor Apple Festival, downtown Oak Harbor. A family-oriented family festival that celebrates apples in all their glorious forms with a Grand Parade, kiddie-tractor pull, talent show, classic car show, 5K Apple run, food, entertainment and more. www.oakharborohio.net.

Oct. 16-17, 23-24: Garrison Ghostwalk, Fort Meigs State Memorial, 29100 W. River Rd., 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. www.fortmeigs.org.

Oct. 22-23: Little Boo at the Zoo, Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Trail, Toledo.

Toddlers and preschoolers will enjoy trick-or-treating, games and activities and lots of other Halloween fun that’s just for them. 419-3854040 or www.toledozoo.org.

Oct. 24: Annual Tombstone Derby, Depot Park, Elmore, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Pumpkin-carving contests, Ghoulish food, Haunted Historical Cabin, Parade of Fools,

The Kiddie Derby at Elmore’s Tombstone Derby Oct. 24.

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Cadaver Toss Contest and more. www.elmorehs.tripod.com.

Oct. 24-25: Pumpkin Path, Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Trail, Toledo. Kids of all ages will enjoy trick-or-treating, games and activities and lots of Halloween fun. 419-385-4040 or www.toledozoo.org.

Oct. 24: Pemberville’s Harvest Gathering & Craft Show, downtown Pemberville.

Oct. 24-25: 29th Woodcarver’s Show & Sale & Butchering Day, Sauder Village, 22611 SR 2, Archbold. A special weekend filled with unique artistry and family fun. www.saudervillage.org.

Oct. 31: Jumping Pumpkins, Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Trail, Toledo.

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

419-385-4040 or www.toledozoo. org.

November

Nov. 7: The World at War: Miniature War Gaming Day, Fort Meigs Memorial, 29100 W. River Rd., Perrysburg, Miniature war gaming experts help visitors play more than 16 different war games and learn about this family friendly hobby. www.fortmeigs.org.

Nov. 7-8: Homespun Holiday Art & Craft Show, Great Hall at the Stranahan Theater, 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd., Toledo. www. toledocraftsmansguild.org.

Nov. 14: 2014 Blade Holiday Parade, downtown Toledo. Giant helium balloons, marching bands, floats, equestrian units, mascots and of course Santa Claus. www. dotoledo.org.

Nov. 17-Jan. 3, 2016: Lights Before Christmas, Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Trail, Toledo. The Toledo Zoo’s holiday tradition is a treat for people of all ages, with millions of lights, animation displays, model trains, and Santa, too. 419-3854040 or www.toledozoo.org, Nov 28-29: Christmas in the Village/Festival of Trees, downtown Pemberville. Lighted Christmas Parade will be held Nov. 30. www.beekersgeneralstore.com.

Nov. 27-Jan. 2, 2016: Hayes Train Special, Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Center, Spiegel Grove, Fremont. Watch eight different model trains in styles that relate to the life of 19th U.S. President Rutherford B. Hayes and his family traverse a 12x24-foot, three-tier model train layout. 800-998-PRES or www.rbhayes.org.

Lights Before Christmas at the Toledo Zoo.

December

Dec. 4-6: Heralding the Holidays, Toledo Botanical Garden, 5403 Elmer Dr., Toledo. Get a jump on your holiday shopping with a unique selection of arts and crafts (pottery, glass, fine art, photography, jewelry and more), all handmade by local artists. Live entertainment, food, children’s activities and a visit from Santa offer fun for the whole family. Free horse-drawn wagon rides Friday night only. www.toledo-garden.org.

Dec. 5: Olde Fashiond Christmas, downtown Oak Harbor, O. 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. www.oakharborohio.net.

Dec. 13: Holiday Open House, Fort Meigs Memorial, 29100 W. River Rd., Perrysburg, 1-4 p.m.

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, hot cider and cookies, and hands-on activities. www.fortmeigs.org.

Dec. 4-6: Victorian Christmas Dinner, Reservations req. Historic Lyme Village, 5001 SR 4, Bellevue, 1-5 p.m. www.lymevillage.com.

Dec. 26-27 and 29-31: HorseDrawn Sleigh Rides in Spiegel Grove, Hayes Presidential Center, corner of Hayes and Buckland, Fremont, 1-4 p.m. www.rbhayes. org.

Dec 31: Walleye Madness at Midnight, Downtown Port Clinton, 3 p.m.-midnight. Free. Fun and excitement for the whole family. www. walleyemadness.com.

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Dog onboard

Know pet’s behavior, personality before boating

It’s getting more common to see “Fido” on board the boat along with the rest of the family. A recent survey of boat owners in the U.S. showed that 70 percent of them own dogs.

Not sure if your dog and your boat are a good fit? In general, a dog that is accustomed to noise, comfortable around water, well behaved, and listens to “down” and “stay” commands can make a fine boating companion. Excitable or skittish dogs may not be the best boating pals.

The first priority of a responsible dog owner should be the safety and well being of their dog. The Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Watercraft urges boaters to get to know their dogs before heading out on the water. Does he like water? Is he afraid of noise?

Does he listen to you?

Some dogs just don’t like water and some dogs don’t like to swim. If you don’t know how your dog will react near water or boats, you should find out before you actually plan a trip. Visit a boat dock or launch area and see how your dog reacts to the surroundings.

As a boat operator, you are also responsible for the safety and well being of your human passengers.

Will your dog being onboard be a distraction to you? If your dog needs continual attention from you, or if any of your passengers are not comfortable with your dog, you should reconsider taking the dog onboard.

Dog Onboard

Ensure your dog exhibits proper behavior at all times while on a boat. That means staying in one place, which is especially important on smaller boats, no frantic movements, no distractive barking, etc.

Be sure your pet knows where she belongs in the boat and stays there while the vessel is in motion.

If you’ve never had your dog on the boat, practice a “dry run” – where your boat is loaded with everything else you take on an outing. Be sure you have all the equipment on board you usually would and that it is stowed where you normally put it.

Put the dog on board and determine where the safest and most comfortable place is for your pet.

Some safety professionals suggest counting your dog as a person in the boat because a pet can require space (taking up a seat) and

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Watercraft urges boaters to consider their dogs’ behavior and personality before taking them out on the water. Boaters should also be prepared with water, snacks and personal flotation devices for Fido. (Photo by Steve Applegate via the Watercraft Photo Challenge, ODNR Division of Wildlife) can move on its own inside the boat.

Definitely consider the dog’s weight when calculating your boat capacity.

Make sure that you have a plan for when your dog goes overboard, whether that is voluntarily or not. If your dog is a swimmer, be sure you have practiced getting your dog back into the boat, whether you are in the water with him/her or not. Many pet flotation devices have a gripping handle incorporated into the design, which can be very helpful.

And just as you plan food, drink, and restroom stops for yourself and your passengers, make sure you are prepared for your dog. Have a water bowl and snacks for your dog, and bring a leash and bags for waste cleanup.

You never know when a treat can come in handy, or when you will need a plastic bag.

PFDs for dogs

It’s now common to see dogs of all breeds on boats and around the water outfitted with a specially designed canine flotation vest. The choices on the market today for dogs are similar in many ways to the options we have for people. They come in a variety of colors, have varying warmth factors, and offer different amounts of flotation.

Buying a flotation device for a dog is a lot like buying one for a human: the main concern should be getting a device that properly fits your dog.

Make sure the flotation device has the characteristics your dog needs, like added warmth from neoprene if water temperature requires it. Most have a gripping handle for lifting the dog back into the boat.

Make sure you know the weight limits of the device.

You should consider taking your dog with you to the store so you can fit the device before buying , but be sure to call ahead to make sure that’s okay.

A general Internet search of “dog PFD” will locate a slew of options when it comes to flotation devices for your dog, including retailers, manufacturers, as well as numerous blogs about dogs (where you may find someone with the same type of dog as you).

For more information about boating safety and Ohio boating laws, visit http://watercraft.ohiodnr.gov/education-safety.

Reprinted with permission from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Watercraft

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Fishing

available habitat across much of the entire Ohio near shore area and islands areas. Continuing the trend from previous years, largemouth bass fishing should be excellent in 2015.

Beginning June 27, 2015, the daily bag limit for bass will be five, with a 14-inch minimum length limit.

A good year is predicted

The forecast continues to be good for anglers in pursuit of Lake Erie’s sport fish, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR).

“Similar to 2014, we expect fishing to be good again this year, especially when you consider the mix of species and sizes that are seasonally available to Ohio anglers on Lake Erie,” said Jeff Tyson, Lake Erie fisheries program manager for the ODNR Division of Wildlife. “While fishing success will vary among species and seasons, the lake’s population of walleye, yellow perch, black bass, white bass and steelhead are all stable, with a very broad distribution of sizes for each species.”

The daily bag limit is six walleye through Feb. 28, 2016. 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, 2016, 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.

Walleye Ohio walleye anglers are catching fish mostly from the 2011, 2010, 2009, 2007 and 2003 hatches, with some fish from the 2008 and 2012 year classes. Walleye from the moderate 2010 hatch will range from 18 to 23 inches, while walleye from the 2007 hatch will be more than 20 inches. The 2003 and 2007 hatches are likely to carry most of the Central

Steelhead

Steelhead anglers should enjoy another year of great fishing in 2015 in Ohio’s Lake Erie open waters and in tributaries. Peak summer steelhead action on Lake Erie can be found offshore from June through August between Vermilion and Conneaut, with catches measuring 17 to 29 inches.

The daily bag limit remains at five fish per angler from May 16 through Aug. 31, 2015, and two fish per angler between Sept. 1, 2015, and May 15, 2016. A 12-inch minimum size limit is in effect throughout the year.

Lake Erie is the Walleye capital of the world. (Photo courtesy Lake Erie Shores and Islands)

White Bass

White bass continue to provide excellent seasonal fishing opportunities in the Maumee and Sandusky rivers and in the open lake. The 2015 catch will be dominated by fish from the 2012, 2011 and 2010 year classes. Fish from 2007 could be as large as 16 inches. Anglers should focus on major Western Basin tributaries during May and June and near shore areas of the open lake during the summer. There is no white bass daily bag limit or size limit.

Basin fisheries.

Yellow perch

Expect good perch fishing with the largest fish in the eastern areas of the Central Basin. Perch anglers should encounter fish ranging from 7 to 13 inches from the 2012 through 2007 hatches in this year’s fishery, with major contributions from the 2012, 2010, and 2008 year classes.

Fish from the average-to-better hatch in 2007 will contribute fish in the greater than 10-inch range.

Black bass

Smallmouth bass fishing in 2015 is expected to be fair but improving.

Smallmouth bass catch rates increased in 2014 compared to 2013 and were the highest observed since the mid-1990s. Smallmouth bass caught should be excellent size (14 to 22 inches, weighing up to 6 pounds).

The best fishing for smallmouth bass will continue to occur in areas with good bottom structure, which is the

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Anglers are hooked on NW Ohio fishing spots Public Fishing Access Sites:

Lake Erie anglers have great access to fishing in the Western and Central basins due to the numerous public boat ramps, private marinas and shoreline access areas. They also benefit from having the largest charter boat industry in the Great Lakes.

The following are public access sites to Lake Erie in order of location, west to east. Other sites are available, but be sure that you aren’t fishing on private property without permission.

See a complete map of public fishing waters of northwestern Ohio at www.dnr.state.oh.us.

• Bayshore Access: Bayshore Road, Bayshore to Wynn Roads (one mile north of Cedar Point Road and Maumee Bay State Park). Call 419424-5000.

• Cullen Park, off Summit Street in N. Toledo (end of 104th St.) • Maumee Bay State Park: 1400 Park Rd #1, Oregon. 419-836-7758.

• Cooley Canal Public Access: Anchor Point Rd., Curtice. 419-836-9185 • Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge: 14000 W SR2, Oak Harbor. 419-

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419-424-5000 • Toussaint Creek Wildlife Area: SR 19 two miles south of SR 2, Oak Harbor. 419-424-5000.

• Lucas Co. Recreation Ramp: two miles west of Bono, north of SR 2 on Teachout Road.

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Shopping Shopping for “must-haves”

If your visit to the area includes an afternoon (or more) of shopping, you’ll find local shops and malls have necessities and unique treats and one-of-a-kind treasures you’re looking for.

Bargain Hut, 160 W. Water St., Oak Harbor, 419-558-4171. Find a bargain or a gem.

Beeker’s General Store, 226 E. Front St., Pemberville, is the place to go for old-time candy and unique gifts. 419-287-3274 or visit www. beekersgeneralstore.com.

Bench’s Greenhouse & Nursery, 18036 W. SR 105 in Elmore features home and garden items, plants, fountains, statuary and much more plus fresh fruits and vegetables.

419-862-3596. www.benchsgreenhouse.com.

Bench Farms, at 9151 Jerusalem Rd., (SR 2) in Curtice features a greenhouse (April through October), roadside market (mid-July through October) and The Grainary gift shop (April through October).

419-836-9443 or www.benchfarms. com.

Candy Cane Christmas Shop, 22897 U.S. 20 Alt., Archbold. Seven rooms, 10,000 square feet in an old renovated school. 419-445-5828. www.candycanechristmas.com.

Chateau Tebeau Vineyard and Winery and Tasting Room. 525 SR 635, Helena. Enjoy the fruits of owners Bob and Mary Tebeau’s labors, plus entertainment, food and special events. 419-638-5411 or www.chateautebeauwinery.com.

The Country Cupboard, 120 West Madison St., Gibsonburg.

Country and primitive crafts and home décor. 419-637-3224.

Gladieux Do It Best Home Center, 5120 Navarre Ave., Oregon.

Home and building supplies, and one of the area’s largest model train O and O-27 gauge dealers featuring Lionel, K-Line Atlas and other products. 419-693-0601 or www.gladieuxhomecenter.com.

Gifts & More Galore, 168 W. Water St., Oak Harbor, 419-7047389. More than 31 vendors displaying stained glass, jewelry, indoor and outdoor decor and more.

Johlin Century Winery, 3935

The annual Toledo Harbor Lighthouse Festival, held at Maumee Bay State Park July 11-12 features boat rides, vendors, music, sand castle making and more.

Corduroy Road, Oregon was founded in 1870 by Jacob M. Johlin.

Currently, 12 types of wine are produced and bottled annually. No tours. Closed Sunday. 419-693-6288 or www.johlincenturywinery.com.

Lene’s Web, 11313 Elmore East Rd., Oak Harbor. Featuring treasures and trash. 419-898-4699.

Mantiques, 341 Rice St., Elmore. Featuring a wide array of items including rare currency, men’s vintage clothing, artwork, WWII photos, sports memorabilia and more.

419-205-8734 or elmoremantiques. com.

Neighborhood Resale Shop & Antique Mall, 104 Water St., Oak Harbor. Take a sentimental journey and discover ageless, unique and unusual items. 419-577-1066 or www. neighborhoodresaleshopandantiques.com.

Menards, 3100 Brown Rd., Oregon. 419-693-0799 or www.menards.com.

Mortise & Tenon Fine Amish Furniture, 105 W. Main St., Woodville offers Amish-made furniture, candles, art and more. 419849-3412 or www.themortiseandtenon.com.

Novelties & Nostalgia, 330 W. Main St., Woodville. Handmade arts and crafts, antiques and treasures and teas. 419-350-0720.

Once Upon A Tyme Antique Mall, 354 Rice St., Elmore. Two floors of quality antique furniture and collectibles. 419-862-3803.

Packer Creek Pottery, 103 E. 8th St., Genoa. One-of-a-kind, handmade, colorful Majolica pottery including vases, dinnerware, lamps, jewelry, and more. 419-855-3858 or visit www.packercreekpottery.com.

Pills `N Packages, 350 Rice St., Elmore, features health and beauty

items, gifts and gourmet foods. 419862-2982.

Red, White and Brew, 368 Rice St., Elmore. Coffee, ice cream, pastries and other goodies are offered with friendly conversation. 419-8622220 or rwbrewelmore.com.

Riverbank Antique Market, 140 E. Front St., Pemberville. Antiques and collectibles, used merchandise and more. 419-287-3373.

Simple Gatherings, 18909 W. SR 51, Suite B, Elmore. Antiques, handmade candles, furniture, handmade dolls and wood crafts.

Thompson’s Land & Sea Shoppe, 6050 Navarre Ave., Oregon.

A large array of nautical items, `50s and `60s and auto memorabilia and more. 419-349-3343 or www.thompsonslandandsea.com.

Toledo Farmer’s Market, 525 Market St., Toledo, offers bushels full of homegrown vegetables and fruits plus homemade pies, coffeecakes and sweets, Located in the historic Downtown Warehouse District. Open April through November. 419-2556765 or visit www.toledofarmersmarket.org.

Thyme for All Seasons, 22551 Walbridge Rd., Curtice. Antiques, Primitive handmades, wreaths, jewelry and more. 419-304-7381.

A Variety of Shades, LLC, 1200 Oak Harbor Rd., Fremont. Interior design, gifts, flowers home accents and more. avarietyofshades.com.

Village Creations Consignment Craft Store, 133 W. Water St., Oak Harbor, 419-707-7590. Showcasing local crafters in a boutique setting.

Westfield Franklin Park Mall, the area’s largest shopping mall features anchor stores Macy’s, Dillard’s and JC Penney plus more than 100 other specialty shops. 5001 Monroe St., Toledo. 419-473-3317.

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Sports Sports of all sorts

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Several special event nights are planned, including Throw Back Night July 11, King of the Hill July 25, Ladies Night Aug. 1, Classic Cruise Night Aug. 8 and the Mike Hensel Memorial on Aug. 8, among others.

Gates open at 4 p.m. Racing starts at 7 p.m. Times may vary on special races. Races may be added, cancelled, or changed. Semi-truck parking available. For more info, call the 419-307-4241 (office), 419333-0478 (track), or visit http://fremontspeedway.wix.com/speedway.

Toledo Mud Hens

The Toledo Mud Hens, the Triple A minor league affiliate of Major League Baseball’s Detroit Tigers for 26 years, play home games from April through September at Fifth Third Field at 406 Washington St. in Toledo’s Warehouse District.

Future major leaguers are among those on the team’s roster, and occasionally fans can see current major leaguers sent down for rehab or to better hone their skills.

A number of special events, promotions and giveaways are held at games throughout the season, including fireworks, which are will be held after a number of games.

At every Sunday home game, Hens players sign autographs and kids get to run the bases after the game.

Upcoming highlights include a Back to the Future 30th Anniversary Double-header July 11 and Hunger Games Night Aug. 29.

For a complete schedule, tickets or more info, call 419-725-HENS or visit www.mudhens.com.

Toledo Walleye

The Toledo Walleye, an ECHL hockey league affiliate of the Detroit Red Wings and the Chicago Blackhawks, play from October until early April at the 8,000-seat Huntington Center in downtown Toledo. The Huntington Center is also home to a number of concerts, shows and special events throughout the year.

For a complete schedule, tickets or more info, call 419-725-WALL or visit www.toledowalleye.com or www.huntingtoncentertoledo.com.

ARCA/ Toledo Speedway

ARCA/Toledo Speedway features ARCA-sanctioned, late-model stock car, factory stocks and various other racing in 2015 from April through Sept. 19 at the track at 5639 Benore Rd. off the I-75/Alexis Road exit in Toledo.

Racing is on Fridays beginning at 7:30 p.m. except for a weekend of events in late August. The speedway features a half-mile, semi-banked oval and quarter-mile figure eight

Summit Motorsports Park

Fifth Third Field, home of the Toledo Mud Hens (Maumee Bay photo by John Pollock) in the middle. Events include the sportsman, figure-8, street stocks, winged sprint cars and 4-cylinder racing, special Kids Nights, smashing school bus figure-8 races and more.

Special highlights in 2015 include: the 100-lap LM Gold Cup Series plus X cars and more on July 10; Kid’s Night and Autograph Night on July 31, “Night of Destruction” races Aug. 28 featuring school bus, train, and car figure 8 events and the Rusty Wallace Racing Experience Aug. 29.

The season concludes Sept.

19 with the 27th running of the GlassCity 200-lap Late Model invitational on Sept. 19 at 5 p.m. Rain date is Sept. 20 at 1 p.m.

For more info about speedway events and tickets, call 419-7271100, or visit www.toledospeedway. com.

Fremont Speedway

The Fremont Speedway kicked off its 65th season of racing in April and plays host to exciting openwheel racing every Saturday night April through Oct. 3 with a few races on Friday nights as well as one on a Thursday. Races at “The Track That Action Built” keep fans on the edge of their seats as 410 and 305 sprint cars and trucks battle wheel to

Throughout the season, top alcohol fuel dragsters and funny cars with 8,000 horsepower engines scream down the track at speeds up to 300 mph at Summit Motorsports Park, located at 1300 SR 18 in Norwalk.

For a complete schedule and more info, call 419-668-5555, or visit www.summitmotorsportspark. com.

Eastern YMCA

The Eastern YMCA, 2960 Pickle Rd., Oregon, offers a wide range of activities through a variety of facilities, racquetball/handball courts, indoor running/walking track, including indoor and outdoor pools, fitness studio, steam room and sauna, Precor machines, adult and family locker rooms; KidZone, and more.

For more info, call 419-6913523, or visit www.ymcatoledo.org.

Bowling for – the fun of it

Recreational or skilled bowlers looking to live life in the fast lane have several centers to choose from in the Maumee Bay area. Many of them offer glow bowling (luminescent balls rolled down lanes near darkness) as well as bumper rails for kids and newbie bowlers who need help to get rolling. Local lanes include:

• Penny Jo’s Eastern Lanes, 3511 Woodville Rd. at I-280, Northwood.

419-691-8551, www.pennyjoseasternlanes.com.

• Toledo Sports Center, 1516 Starr Ave., Toledo. Also featuring indoor glow mini golf. 419-693-0687, www.toledosportscenter.com.

• Tri County Lanes, 512 Lime St., Woodville. 419-849-3400.

• 20th Century Lanes, 1284 S. SR 19, Oak Harbor. 419-898-8701.

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Golf

Eighteen holes. Par 72. Pro shop, club rental, driving range and restaurant/snack bar available.

Hidden Hills Golf Club, 4886 Sandusky CR 16, Woodville. 419849-3693 or www.hiddenhillsgolf. net.

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

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.

Maumee Bay Lodge, 1400 State Park Rd., Maumee Bay State Park, Oregon. 419-836-9009 or 1-800282-7275.

Eighteen holes. Par 72. Pro shop, club rental, driving range, restaurant/snack bar available.

Bayview Retiree’s Golf Assoc., 3910 N. Summit St., Toledo. 419726-8081.

Twelve holes. Par 34. Snack bar available.

Chippewa Golf Club & Pro Shop, 23550 W. SR 579, Curtice. 419-8368111, or www.chippewagolfonline. com.

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

Collins Park Golf Course, 624 Reinick Dr., Toledo, 419-693-1991.

Nine holes. Par 36. Pro shop, club rental and restaurant/snack bar available.

There are over a dozen golf courses in the Maumee Bay region.

Detwiler Golf Course, 4001 N. Summit St., Toledo. 419-726-9353 or www.detwilerparkgc.com.

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

Eagle’s Landing, 5530 Bay Shore Rd., Oregon. 419-697-4653 or www. eagleslandinggolfclub.net.

Maumee Bay Find it all at Maumee Bay

The Lake Erie shoreline sets the backdrop for some of the finest recreational facilities in the Midwest.

Maumee Bay State Park provides a superb venue for area residents and visitors alike to explore the wetlands, participate in outdoor activities and observe nature in a unique natural environment created by the convergence of the land and Lake Erie.

Located in Oregon, the park includes a lodge, cottages and golf course nestled among the scenic meadows, wetland woods and lush marshes teeming with wildlife. This balance of recreational facilities with the natural world gives visitors a diverse experience in a coastal environment.

The wetlands of the Maumee Bay area offer a vivid array of natural wonders. More than 300 species of birds have been recorded, including shorebirds and waterfowl. Spring migration brings many others including

Boaters and kayakers will find plenty to enjoy at Maumee Bay State Park.

(Maumee Bay photo by Ken Grosjean) the colorful warblers. Significantly, Ohio’s bald eagle population is slowly growing in the western basin of Lake Erie, with recent reports of nesting pairs in the area.

The park offers a number of easily–accessible bird habitats including the open waters of Maumee Bay, the sand beach, inland ponds, a swamp forest, a wet meadow, an upland meadow, and cottonwood/ hawthorn/dogwood thickets. Access to all of the habitats is easy via the excellent system of blacktop roads in

Oak Harbor Golf Club, 10433 CR 17, Oak Harbor. 419-898-1493 or www.oakharborgolfclub.com.

Eighteen holes. Par 72. Club rental, driving range, restaurant, snack bar available.

Sugar Creek Golf Course & Driving Range, 950 W. Elmore East Rd., Elmore. 419-862-2551 or www. sugarcreekelmore.com.

Eighteen holes. Par 70. Driving range, snack bar available. the park. The boardwalk on the eastern side of the park leading from the Trautman Nature Center winds for about a mile through swamp forest and stands of phragmites. A blacktop bike trail encircles much of the park, connecting the lodge area with the campground on the west side of the park. Other grassy trails crisscross the central section of the park.

There is a sledding hill just west of the beach parking lot that birders use as a lookout for hawk-watching in the spring.

The plant life is diverse as well.

Cattails, buttonbush, bur-reed, cottonwood and black willow are just a few examples of the marsh plants at the park.

There are several prairies in the park that offer interpretive experiences for visitors interested in the various species and ecosystems found there.

The Quilter Lodge at the Maumee Bay Resort and Conference Center sits along the shore of Lake Erie. A two-story native stone fireplace welcomes guests to a massive beam and glass lobby designed to blend with the natural elements of the park. The guestrooms with private balconies/ patios provide spectacular views of the surrounding park.

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Welcome to Oregon

Oregon on the Bay offers visitors access to the shoreline of Lake Erie, Maumee Bay State Park, Pearson Metropark, shopping, dining and lodging.

Oregon is conveniently located as a gateway to and from Lake Erie, the Lake Erie Islands, Cedar Point and all of the attractions along the way.

The City of Oregon is a great place to visit, but an even better place to live!

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Pearson Metropark Walking, running and biking paths, paddle boats, fishing, children's playgrounds, tennis courts, picnic areas, “Window on Wildlife” Exhibit, and Historic Johlin Cabin.

Maumee Bay State Park Beaches, Boardwalk, picnic areas, bike paths, view of Lake Erie and Toledo Harbor Lighthouse, indoor/outdoor pools and play areas, lodge, cabins and restaurant. Toledo Harbor Lighthouse Waterfront Festival July 11-12.

Maumee Bay Amphitheatre Performances on Saturday evenings at 7:00 p.m.

Maumee Bay Nature Center Open Wednesday- Saturday 10a.m.-5p.m. at Maumee Bay State Park.

South Shore Park/Haley Boardwalk Boardwalk on Maumee Bay, fitness trail, picnic area, children's playground along Bayshore Road.

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 12, 2015.

Brandville School Historical school house open every Thursday from 11:00 a.m.2:00 p.m. or call for scheduled tours at 419-693-7052.

Oak Shade Grove Host of Oregon “Boom Fest” noon to midnight,with Fantastic Food, Cruisin’ the Grove Car Show, live music featuring the “Little River Band” & Fantastic Fireworks at dusk on Sat. July 4th.

Home of this year’s 50th annual German American Festival held August 28-30, 2015.

See additional events and updates at www.oregonohio.org City of Oregon, 5330 Seaman Road Oregon, Ohio 43616 419-698-7045

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Experience Archbold’s hometown charm!

Small Town Comforts.

Big Time Fun!

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parks treasures

old-fashioned manicured

one-of-a-kind good hospitality beautifully picturesque streetscapes communities bustling nostalgic

Not Only More thanChristmas!

Christmas!

Gifts for every Gifts occasion:Shower, Confirmation, Memorial for all occasions: Afgans, Garden Art, Many Unique & Fun Ideas.

Visit our 7 theme rooms for

holiday and year round decor.

Open Year Round!

Relax in the tea room, be inspired

Jan.-April

by Bethlehem Corner and The Grand Mon.-Fri. Christmas room 9-8with over 30 beautifully tress.

Sat. 9-5,decorated Sun. 1-5

Jan.-Apr.-Mon.-Fri. 9-6 May-Dec. Sat. 9-5 Sun. 1-5 Mon.-Sat. 9-8 9-8 May-Dec.-Mon.-Sat. Sun. Sun.1-5 1-5

Extended Hours During Holidays

Owners Sharon & Marv Invite You to Visit.

22897 U.S. Rt. 20-A 3 Miles North of Archbold, OH, on US Rt.20-A (1½ miles Southeast of Turnpike exit 20)

419-445-5828

www.candycanechristmas.com

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Celebrating the Past...

Inspiring the Future!

In the Historic Sauder Village enjoy…

• Costumed

interpreters in historic homes & shops • Talented artisans and working craftsmen • Hands-on activities & special events throughout the season. Open through October 25, 2015

NW OHIO

• Stay

at the Sauder Village Campground or Heritage Inn with indoor pool.

• Dine at the Barn Restaurant featuring homestyle meals.

• Enjoy unique shopping at the General Store, Quilt Shop, craft shops and more!

22611 St. Rt. 2, Archbold, OH 800.590.9755 SauderVillage.org