Article published Thursday, November 4, 2004 What's on: West
Holland
t Book discussion of Theodore Rex written by Edmund Morris, 7 p.m. Tuesday at Holland branch library, 1032 South McCord Rd. Copies available at library.
t Munching on Munsch 7 p.m. Nov. 18 at Holland branch library, 1032 South McCord Rd. Funny goods and stories. Register beginning Monday.
t Book discussion of Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil written by John Berendt, 10 a.m. Nov. 19 at Holland branch library, 1032 South McCord Rd. Pick up copies of the book at the circulation desk.
t Fish fry every Friday, 4:30-7:30 p.m. at American Legion Post 646 at 1074 Clarion Ave. Steaks, hamburgers too. Information: 419-865-8511.
Ottawa Hills
t Rummage sale 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday at Ottawa Hills High School, 2532 Evergreen Rd.
t Community Education adult classes open to the public. Children's classes limited to Ottawa Hills residents only. For a brochure: 419-537-9852.
Reynolds Corners
t Traditional Paths to Vibrant Health, 7 p.m. Tuesday at Reynolds Corners branch library, 4833 Dorr St. Principles of healthy eating based on traditional diets, presented by the Weston Price Foundation. Details: 419-836-7637.
t Babytime stories and music for ages 1-2 with adult companions, 10 a.m. Monday at Reynolds Corners branch library, 4833 Dorr St. Registration: 419-259-5320.
t Teen Cafe Fall Fest 7 p.m. Nov. 17 at Reynolds Corners branch library, 4833 Dorr St. Cider and doughnuts, snacks, craft, for grades 5-12. Registration required: 419-259-5320.
Springfield Twp.
t Springfield High School Showcase and open house, 5-7 p.m. Saturday at 1470 South McCord Rd. Student academic displays, performances by the JROTC drill teams, band, drama clubs, and other programs by K-12 students. Open to all.
Sylvania
t Winter art show of fine arts and crafts, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday at Southview High School, 7225 Sylvania Ave. Silent auction, refreshments, entertainment.
t Rummage sale 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday at Sylvania United Church, 7240 Erie St. Bag sale, noon-2 p.m., includes clothing, household items.
t Sylvania Community Orchestra concert of classical music, 4 p.m. Sunday at the Southview High School auditorium, 7225 Sylvania Ave. Performed with the Northview High School Orchestra. Free to the public.
t Pancake breakfast 8:30-10 a.m. Nov. 13 at First Christian Church, 5271 West Alexis Rd. All you can eat, $5/adults; $3/child age 10 and under.
t Winter adult basketball registration: men's and women's teams, $350 per team, for eight weeks beginning the week of Nov. 29. Information: 419-882-1500.
t Community Services education classes include women's self defense, Latin dance, photo album, and swim lessons. For brochure: 419-885-4126 or access www.scsonline.org
t Computer, Internet, word processing classes at Sylvania branch library, 6749 Monroe St. Schedule: 419-882-2089.
West Toledo
t Euchre tournament, 7:30 p.m. tomorrow at Knights of Columbus Hall, 4256 Secor Rd. Entry fee, $5. Information: 419-474-9233.
t Benefit pancake breakfast for the YWCA Tidal Waves swim team, 8-11 a.m. Saturday at St. Matthews Episcopal Church, 5240 Talmadge Rd. Pancakes/sausages or sausage/eggs breakfast at $6/adults, $5/ages 6-12. Kids under 6, free.
t Rummage sale, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday-Monday, and 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Tuesday at Congregation B'nai israel, 2727 Kenwood Blvd.
t Fish fry, 5-7 p.m. Nov. 12 at VFW 2898 at 3925 West Alexis Rd. Open to all.
t Harvest Festival 4-6:30 p.m. Nov. 13 at Asbury United Methodist Church, 4725 Dorr St. Craft and bake sale. Swiss steak dinner with homemade pie, $6.50 and $7.50 in advance, 50 cents more at the door.
t Teen Town dance 9-11 p.m. Nov. 13 at Grace Lutheran Church, 4441 Monroe St. $5.
t Puppet Show 7-8 p.m. Nov. 18 at Sanger branch library, 3030 West Central Ave. For all ages; registration required: 419-259-5370.
t Feather party 6 p.m. Nov. 19 at VFW Post 606, 3005 Laskey Rd.
t Sanger Super Saturday 10:30 a.m.-noon Nov. 20 at Sanger branch library, 3030 West Central Ave. Books, games, crafts for grades K-5.
t Red Cross donor center blood drive today through Nov. 12 at 3510 Executive Pkwy. Information: 419-535-0707.
t Fish fry, 5-7 p.m. Fridays at Conn Weissenberger American Legion, 2020 West Alexis Rd. $7.
t Steak and shrimp dinners 3:30-7:30 p.m. every Friday at VFW Post 606 at 3005 Laskey Rd. Open to the public.
t Storytime with Red Robin 10 a.m.-10:45 a.m. Saturdays at Red Robin restaurant, 4850 Monroe St. Games, crafts, prizes each week. Free. Information: 419-475-9318.
Toledo
t Free film The Return, 7-9 p.m. today at Toledo-Lucas County Public Library, 325 Michigan St. Russian psychological thriller with English subtitles. Information: 419-259-5285.
t Rummage sale 9 a.m.-6 p.m. today and tomorrow and 9 a.m.-noon Saturday at Memorial Lutheran Church, 3215 Douglas Rd. Lunch and bake sale, today. Bag sale, Saturday.
t Fish dinner with dessert, 5-7 p.m. tomorrow at Mayfair-Plymouth Church, 5233 Bennett Rd. $6/adults, $4/child.
t Tips for Term Paper Research, 4 p.m. Wednesday for literature topics, and 2 p.m. Nov. 13 for history topics, Toledo-Lucas County branch library, 325 Michigan St. Tour of databases and Web sites to aid in internet research. Registration limited: 419-259-5218.
t Authentic Mexican dinner, 5-8 p.m. Nov. 12 at St. Adalbert Parish, 3233 Lagrange St. Adults/$6.50, child/$3. Bake sale.
t Mini book sale 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Dec. 6 at 546 Southard Ave. by Friends of the Toledo-Lucas County Public Library. Information: 419-259-5455.
t Homework Helper to the Rescue through Dec. 16: Mondays and Wednesdays from 4-6 p.m. at Toledo-Lucas County Public Library, 325 Michigan St., and 3:30-5:30 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays at Kent branch library, 3101 Collingwood Blvd. No reservations required.
t Know It Now free on-line information assistance for the public, available 24-hours, seven days per week at www.toledolibrary.org. Available through any computer with Internet access. Specialized homework assistance also available, 2-10 p.m. daily. Information: 419-259-5266.
t Poetry Lives Here free program for teens interested in poetic expression, Saturdays to Nov. 13 in the Toledo-Lucas County Public Library, 325 Michigan St., McMaster Family Center for Lifelong Learning. Register: 419-259-5297.
t Aerobic dance, firming and toning exercise class for ages 40 and up, 6:15 p.m. Wednesdays at the Toledo Yacht Club. $5 per class or $30 for an eight-week session. Call 419-381-1956.
t Food, clothing giveaway 9-11 a.m. every third Saturday each month at Christian Community Church, 2500 Nebraska Ave.
Areawide
t Boys To Men program career day at the Glass City Church of Christ, 901 Hoag St., Saturday, 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., for ages 9-19. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. Program includes breakfast and lunch. Information: 419-242-2828.
t Psychic health event, Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Holiday Inn, 2340 South Reynolds Rd. Readers, health professionals and vendors. $15 per 15-minute reading; $3 at the door.
t Toledo Record Show for buying and selling of old and new CDs, tapes, records, videos and more, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Sommerset Hall, 2458 Tremainsville Rd. Admission $1. Information: 419-833-5040.
t Frogtown's Storytelling Telebration Nov. 19 at Heatherdowns Country Club beginning at 7:30 p.m. Evening of stories for adults is an annual worldwide event that celebrates the art of storytelling. $7 at the door, cash bar. Information: 419-841-5608 or 419-474-8881 or mplora@accesstoledo.com.
t Start H.S. Hall of Fame induction and banquet to include a tribute to the original Spartans and a presentation to the first scholarship winner, Nov. 19 at Gladieux Meadows, 4480 Heatherdowns Blvd. Tickets: 734-854-7633.
t Nominations Sought for Annual Milestones Awards. YWCA to recognize outstanding women. To nominate a woman with exceptional leadership qualities: 419-241-3235 or email specialevents@ywcatoledo.org. Nominations must be made by Nov. 19.
t Distinguished Waite Alumni Award nominees can be submitted until Nov. 12 by calling 419-691-4687.
t AIDS Memorial Quilt on display at The Franciscan Theatre and Conference Center of Lourdes College, 6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania, from Nov. 30-Dec. 2, noon-8 p.m. "Women and AIDS" is the theme for this year's World AIDS Campaign. On World AIDS Day, Dec. 1, a liturgy and recognition service will be at noon and 5:30 p.m.; a panel of women living with HIV will talk about their experiences.
Benefits
t Randy's Festival of Races Saturday starting with a 1K kids run at 9:15 a.m. and a 10K race and 5K run/walk at 10 a.m. Entry fee is $20 the day of the race, which includes prizes. Races begin at the Monclova Primary School, 8035 Monclova Rd., Monclova Township. Presented by the Toledo Roadrunners to benefit the American Brain Tumor Association.
t Loving Hands Outreach, a program to help the homeless veterans and other homeless people in need of food, clothes and monetary donations, will be from 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Monday at St. Louis Church, Helping Hands, 459 6th St. Information: 419-698-2455 or 419-475-8394.
t Fireman's Blitz for MDA at Jed's Barbecue and Brew in Perrysburg, 27511 Holiday Ln., every Monday 8 p.m. to midnight. Local fire fighters bartend to help the Muscular Dystrophy Association send children to camp, buy wheelchairs, and more. Information: 419-866-9289.
t Rock, Raffle & Race to benefit the East Toledo Senior Activities Center, at the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Hall-Local 245, 705 Lime City Rd., Rossford, Nov. 13, 6:30 p.m. Information: 419-691-2254.
t Spaghetti Dinner to benefit Muscular Dystrophy Association Summer Camps, Nov. 14, 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Christ United Methodist Church, 5757 Starr Ave. Extension, Oregon. $6/adults; $3.50/children 10 and under. Information: 419-691-9701.
t Grand Cabaret benefit concert for Toledo School for the Arts 7:30 p.m. Nov. 19 at The Event Center, 23 North Summit St. Many local artists will perform and area chefs prepare specialty dishes. Grand prize of $5,000 in a reverse raffle.
t Jazz legend Jon Hendricks performs at Corpus Christi Church, 2955 Dorr St., 7:30 p.m. Nov. 19. $20/adults; $15/students, seniors. Proceeds benefit Ohio Coalition Against Gun Violence. Information: 419-244-7442.
t Feed Hungry Minds and Bodies, CASTO Residential Properties teams with Children's Hunger Alliance, to collect new and gently used children's books to distribute to after-school and family child-care sites in Central Ohio on Nov. 24. All proceeds go to Children's Hunger Alliance. Information: Sylvan Lakes in Sylvania Township, 419-842-8480; or Lakes at Woodmont in Perrysburg Township, 419-874-9874.
t Smoke the Turkey 5K run on Thanksgiving Day to benefit Hospice of Northwest Ohio, at St. James Club, 7337 West Bancroft St. Nov. 25, 9 a.m. $20 before Nov. 15, includes a shirt; $15 after Nov. 15 does not include a shirt. Prize for the "Best Dressed Turkey". Information: 419-841-5597.
t Reverse Raffle, to benefit the Korean War Memorial and the Biship Hoffman 4th Degree general fund, will be Nov. 2, 5:30-7 p.m. at West Toledo Knights of Columbus Hall, 4256 Secor Rd. $50 per ticket includes raffle, dinner and beverages. First prize is $3,000. For tickets or information: 419-877-0973.
Clubs
t American Legion Conn-Weissenberger Post 587 at 2020 West Alexis Rd. Sunday dances 3-7 p.m. Music by Frank Marovcik on Nov 7 at $6 members and $9 guests. A Touch of Brass Christmas dance on Dec. 19 at $10 members and $15 guests, dinner served. Doors open 1 p.m., lunch at 2 p.m. each dance. Membership dues, $5.
t Coffeehouse 7:30 p.m. the second Saturday each month at Riverpoint Ministries, Christian Life Center, 5649 Suder Ave. Entertainment, refreshments, donations at the door. Information: 419-729-1703.
t Compass Club luncheon, speaker and discussion 11 a.m. Wednesdays at El Matador, 7011 Airport Hwy., and 11:30 a.m. Thursdays at Uncle John's Restaurant, 3131 Secor Rd. Visitors welcome. Information: 419-385-1858.
t Czech Dancers Polka Club will have a dance on Nov. 14 at Ottawa Lake Sportsman Club, Old U.S. 223, Ottawa Lake, Mich.,dancing from 3-7 p.m., admission $6. Information: 419-644-4271 or 517-443-5523.
t Echoes of Poland Folk Song and Dance Ensemble, dinner dance and buffet dinner, 6 p.m.-midnight Nov. 13 at 5255 North Detroit Ave. Advance tickets, $20, or $25 at the door. Information: 419-531-8658.
t Expectant Mothers Group at Living Faith United Methodist Church, 1240 Columbus, Holland. Free to all expectant mothers. Information: 419-389-0921 or 517-443-5987.
t Fine Arts Association meets the first Tuesday of each month 7-9 p.m. at Delta Memorial Hall, 401 Main St., Delta. Information: 419-822-9725.
t Gathering of Quilters Guild Nov. 18 at 7 p.m. at Calvary Bible Chapel, 3740 West Alexis Rd., features a lecture and trunk show entitled "Sources of Inspiration for my Art Quilts and How I Create Them" by Sue Holdaway-Heys. $10 for non-members. Information: 419-874-7494.
t Glass City Miniatures Guild, 7 p.m. every third Tuesday, Toledo Botanical Garden, Terrace Room of the Conference Center, 5403 Elmer Dr. Public welcome. Information: 419-936-2986.
t Kaffeestunde German coffee hour meets every Wednesday, 12:30-1:30 p.m., South Lounge, Student Union, UT Bancroft campus. Anyone interested in speaking German is welcome to attend. Information: 419-530-2649.
t Lutheran Home at Toledo Coffee Club meets the second Thursday of every month and is free and open to the public. Nov. 11: free program "Diabetes: It's Not Just About Sugar" at 1:30 p.m. in the Assisted Living dining room, 131 North Wheeling St., Oregon. Information: 419-693-0751, ext. 246.
t Maumee Bay Country Quilters Guild meets 6:45 p.m. Tuesdays at St. Charles Mercy Hospital, Oregon Room, Navarre Avenue, Oregon. Guest fees $3. Open to all. Information: 419-698-2755.
t Maumee Valley Model Boat Club meets the first Wednesday of each month at the meeting room of Gander Mountain Sporting Goods, 1320 South Holland Sylvania Rd., at 7 p.m. Guests welcome, call 419-472-1331.
t Maumee Valley T's (Ford Model T Club) meets the third Wednesday of each month at Brondes Ford, 1511 Reynolds Rd., Maumee at 7 p.m. Information: 419-877-0513.
t Mothers of Preschoolers meets Nov. 9 from 7-9 p.m., CrossRoads Community Church, 1590 West Temperance Rd., Temperance, Mich. Information: 734-847-4135.
t Naturalists' Camera Club of Toledo meets the second Friday of every month at 7:30 p.m., Secor Metropark, National Center for Nature Photography, 10001 Central Ave., Berkey. Guests welcome. Information: 419-474-2911 or www.naturalistcameraclub.com.
t New Neighbors League Club hosts a variety of interest groups and special activities, including monthly luncheons with speakers. Meet other new people in the area. Information: 419-841-5642.
t Old Newsboys Goodfellows Association luncheon meetings, Michael's Bar and Grill, 901 Monroe St., noon the first and third Friday. Information: 419-381-0755.
t Oregon/Northwood Rotary meets every Thursday at Cousino's, 1842 Woodville Rd. Breakfast begins at 7:45 a.m. and the meeting is at 8 a.m.
t Parents Without Partners meets the first Thursday of the month at Grace Lutheran Church, 4441 Monroe St., at 7 p.m. Information: 419-381-1338 or 419-246-8037.
t Salon 101 8/40 will host a breakfast on Nov. 14 at Chateau, 2232 Airport Hwy., 9 a.m.-noon, donation of $4; small charge for extra sausage.
t Shuffleboard Club meets Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday at Jermain Park, Upton and North Cove Blvd., behind tennis courts. New members welcome, $2.50 per season. Information: 419-824-5173.
t Singles Group being formed at Pilgrim Church of the United Church of Christ, 1375 Sylvania Ave. Information: 419-537-9220.
t Stamp Collectors Club of Toledo meets first and third Thursdays at Wernert's Corner Civic Association Hall, 5068 Douglas. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. with business meeting starting at 7 p.m.
t Toledo Area Aboriginal Research Society meets Nov. 11 at 7:30 p.m. at the Fort Meigs Visitors Center, 29100 West River Rd. Dr. Michael Pratt, professor of anthropology at Heidelberg College is featured speaker. Free and open to the public.
t Teen Arts Council Fridays 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Common Space, 1700 North Reynolds Rd. Visual arts, literary arts and performing arts. All supplies included. Information: 419-531-2046.
t Toledo Camera Club meets the second and fourth Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at Toledo Botanical Garden, Conference Center, 5403 Elmer Dr. On Nov. 8 Sharon Cummings will present a program on a digital darkroom, how to achieve successful images with the computer. Visitors welcome. Information: 419-478-7594.
t Toledo Mothers of Twins Club meets 7:30 p.m. on the second Thursday of each month at Toledo Hospital. Meetings are open to mothers, foster mothers and guardians of multiple births. Information: 419-472-5032.
t Toledo Plastic Modelers meet every second and fourth Thursday at 6:30 p.m. in the Gander Lodge of the Gander Mountain store in the Springfield Commons Shopping Mall, 1320 South Holland-Sylvania Rd., Springfield Township. Information: 419-472-9163.
t Toledo Polish Genealogy Society meets the last Saturday of the month at the Toledo-Lucas County Library, Main Branch, 325 Michigan St., Local History Room, third floor, 10-11:30 a.m.
t Toledo Sewing Guild meets the third Monday of each month. Nov. 15: Laura Dunkle, quilter, author, wood carve/instructor and fabric artist, 6:30 p.m. in the Common Space Library, 1700 North Reynolds Rd.
t Toledo East Women's Connection buffet luncheon, 12:15 p.m. Nov. 11 in the Oregon Room, St. Charles Hospital, 2600 Navarre Ave., Oregon. Presentation of the flag, music, speaker, program on health foods. $8.25. Reservations for lunch and free child care due today: 419-666-3728.
t TOPICS Camera Club meets the first Wednesday of each month through May at Rossford Public Library, 720 Dixie Hwy., at 7:30 p.m. Membership is open to area residents who are beginning, intermediate or advanced photographers. Information: 419-849-3108.
t U.S. Amateur Ballroom Dancers Association establishing a chapter for ballroom dancers in Toledo. Information: 1-800-447-9047 or central-office@usabda.org.
t VFW Post 606 ladies auxiliary meets 11 a.m. Saturday at the post home, 3005 Laskey Rd. Discuss the Patriot's Pen and youth programs. Membership information: 419-476-0114.
t Waterville Mothers of Preschoolers meet 9:15-11:30 a.m. the second and fourth Tuesdays each month through May at Zion Lutheran Church, 22 North 2nd St. Ministry for women with young children. Activities, refreshments. Child care provided. $5 per session. Details: 419-897-9460.
t Welcome Club of Northwest Ohio welcomes new people to the area and is for those who want to meet and make new friends. Variety of interest groups such as couples evening bridge, bunco, stitch, euchre, poker, dining out and golf. Information: 419-872-4987.
t Women's Connection West brunch and style show, Nov. 12 at Sylvania Country Club, 5201 Corey Rd. Coffee and juice bar opens 9:15 a.m. Reservations due Monday. $12. Call 419-841-9653.
Crafts
t Holiday Bazaar 9 a.m.-7 p.m. today at St. Elias Orthodox Christian Church, 4940 Harroun Rd., Sylvania. Arts crafts, Syrian-Lebanese food.
t Holiday bazaar, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. tomorrow at Pemberville United Methodist Church, 205 Perry St., Pemberville. Lunch, dinner, crafts.
t Holiday bazaar and bake sale, 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturdayand 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Sunday at St. Ignatius Altar Rosary, 212 North Stadium Rd., Pemberville. Food served Saturday and raffle drawings at 1 p.m. Sunday. Tables for rent: 419-691-2863.
t Craft show 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday at Northwood Church of God, 1838 South Coy Rd., Northwood. Crafters: 419-693-8006.
t Holiday Bazaar and Craft Show at Regina Coeli School, 600 Regina Parkway, Saturday. Two halls of crafters, lunch and bake sale. Information: 419-476-7225.
t Holiday Bazaar, King of Glory Lutheran Church, 6517 Brint Rd., Sylvania, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday. Lunch available 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
t Craft Show at Calvary Bible Chapel, 3740 West Alexis Rd., Friday Noon-8 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Chicken and Roast Beef dinners available Friday 4:30-7 p.m. for $6.
t Quilt and Craft Show at All Saints Lutheran Church, 5445 Heatherdowns Blvd., 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Friday and Saturday which will also include a silent auction, bake sale and Christmas wall hanging raffle. Admission is free and a light lunch will be available.
t Craft Show at St. Patrick of Heatherdowns, 4201 Heatherdowns Blvd., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday.
t St. Luke's Craft Show, 1690 West Sterns Rd., Temperance, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday. Tables: 734-847-7597.
t St. Mark Arts and Crafts Show, 611 Woodville Rd., Saturday. Crafters needed: 419-693-1689 or 419-693-8554.
t Holiday Craft Show, RiverPoint Ministries United Methodist Church, 5649 Suder Ave., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday.
t Hearts & Hands Bazaar, Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 4030 Douglas, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., flea market, gift boutique, Christmas items, silent auction, bake sale, lunch served 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
t Craft Show to benefit Queen of Apostles School, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at Sts. Peter & Paul Church Parish Hall, 728 South St. Clair St. Holiday crafts, gifts, raffle and food.
t Country Corners Craft Show, Lambertville United Methodist Church, 8165 Douglas Rd., Lambertville, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, silent auction, handmade crafts and gifts, bake sale, Granny's Attic items, free admission and parking. Proceeds sponsor charitable projects of the Church.
t Holiday Bazaar, St. Michael Lutheran Church, 5790 West Temperance Rd., Ottawa Lake, Mich., 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, crafts, Children's Santa Shop, baked goods, Grannie's Attic, Lazyboy drawing at 3:30 p.m.
t Crafting for Literacy at Whiteford High School, Consear Road and U.S. 23 North in Michigan, Nov. 13, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Artists: 734-856-1443 ext. 312.
t Artists, crafters needed for Arts of the Season Art Fair on Nov. 13 at Way Public Library, 101 East Indiana Ave., Perrysburg, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Booth space: 419-873-ARTS.
t Crafters needed for Craft and Gift Show, Nov. 13, St. James Church, 3948 Brockton Dr., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Benefits Mobile Meals of Toledo. Information: 419-327-9739.
t Craft Show at Northwood High School, 700 Lemoyne Rd., Nov. 13 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Bake sale and lunch available. Proceeds to benefit After Prom. Information: 419-693-3374.
t Craft Show at Lutheran Home at Toledo, 131 North Wheeling St., Oregon, Nov. 13, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Crafters needed: 419-693-0751 ext. 217.
t Craft Show 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 13 at St. Michael's, 510 West Front St., Monroe, Mich. Tables: 734-269-2780.
t Crafters needed for Craft Show at Whiteford Agricultural Schools in Ottawa Lake, Mich., 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 13. Proceeds benefit elementary literacy. Tables: 734-856-1443 ext. 312.
t 29th Yuletide Craft Show, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 13, Blissfield Elementary School, 630 South Lane St., Blissfield, Mich. Information: 517-486-4116.
t Fall Craft Show, Fassett Middle School, 3025 Starr Ave., Oregon, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 13. Lunch available 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Many Fall and Holiday crafts.
t Crafters needed for craft show at Fraternal Order of Eagles 197 at 5050 Jackman Rd., Nov. 13-14. Information: 419-472-1583.
t Crafters needed for Craft and Gift Show at Gladieux Meadows, 4480 Heatherdowns Blvd., Nov. 14 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Benefits Muscular Dystrophy Association. Information: 419-327-9739.
t Crafters needed for Craft show at St. Lucas Lutheran Church, 745 Walbridge Ave., Nov. 20 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. For information call 419-243-8189, Wed.-Fri. 9-3.
t Crafters needed for Knights of Columbus Winter Craft Show, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 20 at 202 West Front St., Monroe, Mich. Tables: $20; 734-457-3713.
t Crafters needed for juried craft show at Lourdes College on Nov. 20. Information: 419-882-2027.
t Crafters needed for juried craft shows for Nov. 20, Dec. 4, 11 and 18-19. Information: 419-882-2027.
t Craft Show at American Legion Auxiliary Post 514, 11601 Lewis Ave., Ida, Mich., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 21. Tables: 734-854-5634 or 734-856-6414.
t Crafters needed for Craft, Gift and Pet Products Show at Gladieux Meadows, 4480 Heatherdowns Blvd., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Dec. 5. Benefits Planned Pethood. Information: 419-327-9739.
t Crafting For Charity craft show at One SeaGate in Owens-Illinois main lobby on Dec. 3 from 7:30-a.m.-3 p.m. Donations to benefit Bethany House and Hospice of Northwest Ohio. Information: 419-389-9637.
t Crafters needed for Holiday Craft Show, New Bedford Academy, 6315 Secor Rd., Dec. 11 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Call Carrie at 419-279-0543.
t Crafters Needed for Angel Wings On Lagrange Winter Fest, Dec. 18 from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Booth rental $25. Information 419-244-0919.
Education
t Roman Maps and Worldview: New Discoveries, Fresh Perspectives, a free lecture presented by the Archaeological Institute of America - Toledo Society, tomorrow in the auditorium at the University of Toledo's Driscoll Alumni Center. Event is free and open to the public. Information: 419-530-2193.
t Maumee Valley Country Day School open house, 1-3 p.m. Sunday at 1715 South Reynolds Rd. Information: 419-381-1313.
t First Years Last Forever, Family Series presented by The Gathering Place Childcare Centers, Tuesday 6:30-8 p.m. at The Gathering Place, 3530 Seaman Rd., Oregon. Information: 419-691-6313.
t The Fall Skies Over Toledo, through Nov. 12, and Holiday Lights Nov. 19-Dec. 17, 7:30 p.m. Friday family program at University of Toledo's Ritter Planetarium & Brooks Observatory. Moon Witch Saturday family program, Journey Through the Solar System, through Nov. 20 at 1 p.m., $4/adults, $3/seniors and ages 4-12. Free for ages 3 and under. Information: 419-530-4037.
t World War II Remembered, Postmark Tokyo Bay on Nov. 17, 7-9 p.m., by the Maumee Valley Historical Society in the Country Church on the Wolcott House complex, 1031 River Rd., Maumee.
t Evolution of Ohio from a wild frontier wilderness to a territory of law and civility, public display through Nov. 29 at the Toledo-Lucas County Public Library in the Local History and Genealogy Department, 325 Michigan St. Information: 419-259-5266.
t Popular Exploratory Programs offered by Penta Career Center. Classes include 'Ask The Computer Expert', 'American Sign Language' and 'Electrical Basics'. Information: 419-661-6555.
t Art classes Sundays in Frog Towne Square Bay at the Erie Street Market at 237 South Erie St. Local artist Jan Revill teaches 11 a.m.-3 p.m. for $5. For adults and children age 5 and older.
t Children's Art Classes by Toledo Artists' Club at Toledo Botanical Garden. Advanced drawing and mixed media, ages 5-17. Information: 419-841-8153.
t Family Arts Lab every Tuesday and Saturday 10-11:30 a.m. in the studio at Monroe Street United Methodist Church, 3613 Monroe St. Lab is geared to children 3-5 years with an adult. Drawing class Tuesdays for children 7-10 years, 4-5:30 p.m. Information: 419-480-0222.
t Bedford's Fabulous Fours accepting new students. Free home-based pre-school program for children 4 years old. Once a week, a teacher comes to the student's door with activities and learning materials for the child and guardian. Free to students and families through a Michigan Department of Education grant. Information and registration: 734-850-6718.
t Brown-Bag Seminars to discuss topics impacting all women, Catharine S. Eberly Center Conference Room, Tucker Hall, Room 180 on Thursdays 12:30-1:30 p.m. Free and open to the public.
t Kindergarten Readiness to get parents and children off to a good start in school, parent class on Jan. 27; Saturday morning classes with children start Feb. 5, Washington Local Administration Building, 3505 West Lincolnshire. Register at Washington Local's ABLE program: 419-473-2364.
t ElderVision classes at Lourdes College, 6832 Convent Blvd. One-day trips and special programs for active adults. Information: 419-824-3707 or gburke@lourdes.edu or visit www.lourdes.edu/eldervision.htm.
t English for Speakers of Other Languages offered through Washington Local Adult Basic and Literacy Education, 3939 Wrenwood Rd., Monday through Thursday 9:15-11 45 a.m. or 1-3:30 p.m. Information: 419-473-2364.
t GED Test preparation offered at Washington Local Adult Basic and Literacy Education, Westwood Building, 3939 Wrenwood Rd., Tuesdays and Thursdays,1-4 p.m. Information: 419-473-2364.
t GED testing Nov. 4 and 5 at Southwyck Mall, Southwyck Center F3, main mall entrance on Reynolds Road; and on Nov. 11 and 12 at the Washington Local Schools Board Office, 3505 West Lincolnshire Blvd. Register: 419-245-3809.
t Project Succeed opportunities for those who have lost financial support, to become financially self-sufficient through education and career decisions. Information: Catharine S. Eberly Center for Women at the University of Toledo, 419-530-8570.
Employment Resources
t Employment Resource Center 10 a.m.-noon Tuesdays, St. Stephen Church, 7800 Erie St., Sylvania. Free help with resumes, interview skills, networking. Budget and debt counseling available. Information: 419-885-1551.
t One stop employment and training in Lucas and Wood counties. Toledo: 419-245-2950 or 419-865-7248; Wood Co.: 419-352-4172.
t YW Child Care Connections nonprofit resource and referral agency provides assistance in locating affordable child care. Call Toledo office at 419-255-5519 or 1-800-632-3052, Wood County 419-353-7801 or 1-800-632-3053, and Ottawa County 419-732-7807 or 1-877-228-1700.
Exchange students
t Adventures in Real Communication, year program, looking for host families for teenage foreign exchange students. Information: 419-698-5513.
t ASSE International Student Exchange Program looking for host families for boys and girls ages 15 to 18 from various countries. Each student is fully insured, and host families select student. Call 419-874-0043 or 1-800-736-1760.
t Cultural Homestay International, a non-profit educational foundation, seeks host families for international high school students for the 2004-5 school year. Provide room, food and supportive environment. Students arrive in August, speak English and attend neighborhood schools. Have own spending money and health insurance. Information: 1-800-210-6080.
t EF Foundation for Foreign Study seeks host families for high school foreign exchange students from around the world. Information: 419-836-1528 or 419-868-8880; toll free at 1-800-498-2487.
t World Heritage seeks local host families for high school boys and girls from various countries. Information: 1-800-888-9040 or visit www.world-heritage.org.
t Youth For Understanding International Exchange Student seeks host families for students from various countries. Details: 1-800-833-6243.
Fall activities
t Waterville Christmas Open House will be Friday and Saturday 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sunday Noon-5 p.m. in downtown Waterville. Enter to win great prizes at many area merchants. Musical entertainment will be provided by the Waterville Playshop and local guitarist Mark Harris.
t German Fest noon-8 p.m. Sunday at Oak Shade Hall, 3624 Seaman Rd., Oregon. German bands at 2 and 5 p.m., German foods served to 4 p.m. at $12/adults, $5/child. Free admission; open to all. Information: 419-537-9942.
t New England Holiday, an exhibit of the decorated Wolcott House, 1031 River Rd. Tours at 1, 2, and 3 p.m. Thursdays-Sundays until Dec. 27. $3.50/adults, $3/seniors, and $1.50/student. Also, gingerbread house contest, Victorian card making, crafts for children. Details: 419-893-9602.
t Haunted theme trains for the family, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays through Nov. 7. Take a 1-hour and 15-minute round-trip Bluebird Passenger Train ride across 10 miles of haunted countryside from Waterville to Grand Rapids. Refreshments proceeds benefit the Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts of St. Patrick of Heatherdowns, who will be working the concession stands. All trains depart from Waterville Train Station, 49 North Sixth St. For times and prices: 1-866-63-TRAIN or visit www.tlew.org.
t Yuletide Open House sponsored by the Blissfield Chamber of Commerce in downtown Blissfield, Nov. 12-14. Stores open 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Friday and Saturday and noon-6 p.m. Sunday. Santa Parade and Tree Lighting Friday at 7 p.m. Yuletide craft show in the elementary school on Saturday.
t Yuletide Parade of Lights in downtown Blissfield on Dec. 11 with entertainment beginning at 5:30 p.m. Parade begins at 6:30 p.m.
Health
t Traditional Paths to Vibrant Health at a meeting for The Toledo Chapter of the Weston A. Price Foundation at the Reynolds Corners branch of the Toledo-Lucas County Public Library, 4833 Dorr St., 7 p.m. Tuesday. Information: 419-836-7637.
t No More Stress, Just Happiness for the Holidays workshop, 3-4:30 p.m. Wednesday at Holland branch library, 1032 South McCord Rd.
t Holiday Meal Planning for Diabetes 5:30-7 p.m. Nov. 10, Bay Park Community Hospital, Great Lakes Conference Center. Free diabetes meter exchange to replace an old one. Part of 2004 lecture series; open to the public.
t Nutritional methods to prevent breast cancer, 11:40 a.m. Nov. 11 at Senior Centers, Inc., 2308 Jefferson Ave. Free program on nutrition and life style to maintain health.
t Mental Illness & Substance Abuse: Pathway to Recovery adult forum 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Nov. 12 at the Toledo Hospital Education Center auditorium, 2109 Hughes Drive. $30/professional; $15 family members. Information: 419-243-1119, ext. 17.
t Health fair 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov. 13 at Heritage Church of God, 3520 Strayer Rd. Free screenings, plus cholesterol and blood sugar tests $15, penumonia shots $27. Fire truck, face painting and balloons, gift drawings. List of screenings/tests available: 419-861-9520.
t Nutritional methods to prevent breast cancer, 11:15 a.m. Nov. 17 at Maumee Senior Center, 2430 Detroit Ave. Free program on nutrition and life style to maintain health.
t Aquatic arthritis and tai chi in a warm water therapeutic pool at Anne Grady Center, 1525 Eber Rd. Information: 419-866-6500, ext. 214.
t Aquatic exercise classes, prenatal aquatics, fitness classes and tai chi at St. Charles Mercy Hospital. Information: 419-696-7203 for aquatic classes; 419-696-7412 for prenatal and fitness classes; 419-537-0131 for tai chi.
t Aquatic exercise classes 2-3 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays at the University of Toledo. $40 for one month. Prescription from physician required. Information: 419-530-2731.
t Diabetes education group meets 7 p.m. on the third Thursday each month at the Washington branch library, 5560 Harvest Lane. Information: 419-841-5992 ext. 6744.
t First Aid and CPR certification classes offered by Safety Council of Northwest Ohio, 8015 Rinker Pointe Court. Information: 419-662-7777.
t Focus on Healing therapeutic exercise class for those with chronic illnesses and those who want to stay fit. Medical College of Ohio on Tuesday mornings and Thursday evenings, and Wednesday mornings at St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center. Information: 419-345-3986.
t Healing care programs to help families through the cancer experience, by ProMedica Cancer Center. Tai Chi, meditation, understanding medicines, vitamins and herbs, yoga. Information: 419-291-5899.
t Health lectures noon on Wednesdays, St. James Club, 7337 West Bancroft St., Springfield Township. Information: 419-841-5597.
t Hypnosis clinics to stop smoking or lose weight, American Lung Association. $50. Information: 1-800-231-5864.
t Psychotherapy analysis at the Center for the Study of Experiential Psychotherapy at the University of Toledo, in exchange for participation in research (videotaping of sessions, completing questionnaires). Information: 419-530-4014.
t Smoking cessation program at Toledo Hospital offers a series of four classes each month for $58. Day and evening classes available. Information: 419-291-8033 or 419-291-4474.
t Smoke Stoppers Staying Stopped 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesdays, St. Charles Mercy Hospital, 2600 Navarre Ave., Oregon.
t Stretch and Strengthen class offered at Bay Park Community Hospital, designed to help rid or reduce the body of stress and tension, 9:30-11 a.m. today. Information: 419-690-7675.
t Ultrasound screenings at Mercy Women's Care at St. Charles Mercy Hospital. Test to detect abnormal bone mass density in women over age 45. Registration: 419-251-4000.
t Youth Group exercise classes for ages 5-8 years and 9-12 years at St. James Club, 7337 West Bancroft St. Swimming and yoga classes included. Information: 419-841-5597.
Reunions
For a listing of upcoming military and school reunions, log on to www.toledoblade.com/log.
School Plays
t Maumee High School production of David and Lisa, 7:30 p.m. Nov. 10-14 and 2:30 p.m. Nov. 14 in the Maumee Indoor Theater's small theater, 601 Conant St. Advance tickets, $5; or $7 at the door.
t The Toledo School for the Arts will present Annie Nov. 11, 12 and 13 at 7 p.m. and Nov. 14 at 2:30 p.m., at Owens Center for Fine and Performing Arts on the campus of Owens Community College. Tickets available at the door or by calling 419-246-8732. $10/adults; $5/seniors and students.
t Ottawa Hills High School theater comedy production, Love, the Sexes, and the IRS, 8 p.m. Nov. 12-13 and 3 p.m. Nov. 14 in the school auditorium, 2532 Evergreen Rd. Tickets at the door.
t Perrysburg High School will present Little Shop of Horrors Nov. 11-14 at the high school auditorium, 13385 Roachton Rd. Showtimes are 8 p.m. except Nov. 14 at 2 p.m. All seats are reserved and tickets go on sale beginning Nov. 2. Box office hours are 7-8:30 p.m. at the school Mondays through Thursdays.
t Bowsher High School will present Couch Potatoes of the 21st Century at the Bowsher High School auditorium, 3548 South Detroit Ave., 7:30 p.m. Nov. 19 and 20. Tickets, $6. Information: 419-344-7103.
Support Groups
For a listing of support groups in the area, log on to www.toledoblade.com/log.
Volunteers
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