Article published Thursday, March 3, 2005 What's on: East/South
Clay Center
t Split the pot bingo 7-10 p.m. Saturday at Clay Center fire station, 420 Main. Refreshments served. Information: 419-855-7444.
East Toledo
t Card party and luncheon, 1 p.m. Sunday at St. Stephen Parish, 1880 Genesee. Tallies, $7 at the door. Chicken and rice lunch. Call 419-693-2322.
t Spring dinner of sauerkraut and pork, 5-7 p.m. March 12 at 1301 Starr Ave. Free for children under age 5.
t Book discussions: Midwives by Chris Bohjalian, 2 p.m. March 24 at Birmingham branch library, 203 Paine. Horse Heaven by Jane Smiley on April 28.
t Breakfast every first and third Saturday through May, 8-11 a.m. at Unity United Methodist Church, 441 Oakdale.
Luckey
t Family event Under the Big Top, noon-4 p.m. Saturday at the elementary school, 524 Krotzer. Student performance at noon, games and food 12:30-3:30 p.m. Raffle drawings at 3:45 p.m.
Millbury
t Card party 5:30 p.m. March 19 at St. Peter's United Church, Main and Cherry streets. $6 includes light dinner, snacks, door prizes. Reserve by March 12 at 419-661-2657.
Northwood
t Alumnus of Year Award for Northwood High School alumni who graduated by the end of spring 1995. Deadline for applications is March 31. Contact the school for forms and details.
t Bingo every Sunday at VFW Post, 102 West Andrus. Doors open at noon; lightning bingo 2-4 p.m. Regular bingo, 4-6 p.m. Food available.
Oregon
t Hike or ski, weather permitting, with Hostelling International, 1 p.m. Saturday at Pearson Metropark, Packer-Hammersmith Center, 4600 Starr. Slide show, "Charming China," by Judy Pfaffenberger, 2:15 p.m.
t Oregon Fest planning meeting, 5 p.m. March 10 at the Oregon branch library, 3340 Dustin. Open to all groups and individuals. Call 419-691-9750 or visit www.OregonFest.org
t Book discussion: The Good Earth by Pearl Buck, 9:30 a.m. March 15 at Oregon branch library, 3340 Dustin.
t Family Storytimes for ages 2-7: Mondays and Tuesdays through April 5, stories, songs, videos 7:15-7:45 p.m. at Oregon branch library, 3340 Dustin. Register: 419-259-5250.
Pemberville
t Thomas Alva Edison, his life and experiences portrayed by actor John Swartz, 7 p.m. Tuesday at Otterbein Portage Valley auditorium, 20311 Pemberville.
t Artist Kathy Clark of East Toledo has 11 paintings on exhibit through March in the Pemberville Public Library community room, 375 East Front.
t Volunteer tax assistance program for all retirees, those with lower incomes, or those currently in economic hardship: March 5 and12 and in April at the Pemberville Public Library, 375 East. Appointments required: 419-287-4012. March 18 at Otterbein Portage Valley, 20311 Pemberville. Appointments: 419-833-7000 ext. 2253.
Rossford
t Square/contra dance 7:30-10:30 p.m. March 12 at Rossford United Methodist Church, 270 Dixie Hwy. Music by Root Cellar Old Time String Band. No partner necessary; all dances taught. Wear cool, casual clothes. Admission, $6.
t●On With Art classes, 10-11:30 a.m. Saturdays through March 19 at the Rossford Recreation Center, 400 Dixie Hwy. $25 for five weeks plus materials. Register: 419-666-2905.
t Rossford Schools mandatory kindergarten screening, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. April 18-20 at Bulldog Hall, 719 Dixie Hwy, next to the Rossford High School. All children who will be age 5 on or before Sept. 30, 2005 and who will attend Rossford Schools this fall are required to be screened. Appointments required. Info: 419-662-3051, ext. 222.
Perrysburg
t Perrysburg Athletic Boosters event, 6-9 p.m. tonight at Ralphie's on Rt. 20. Members receive 10 per cent discount; memberships at the door.
t Swing into Spring Ball 7-11:30 p.m. Saturday at Graystone Hall, 29101 Huf
ford. Held by the Suburban Singers. Formal attire, light snacks. Tickets, $12 in advance, $15 at the door. Call 419-382-6522.
t Edmund Fitzgerald memorabilia and display items related to the sinking of the ship are needed for a 30-year commemoration event. Also need personal stories about local residents who were directly or indirectly involved in the disaster. Call Mary Meyer at the Way Public Library in Perrysburg at 419-874-3135, ext. 160.
t 577 Foundation classes for March: Container gardening, youth pottery and youth programs, Asian cooking. For a list of classes, call 419-874-4174. Nature's Nursery book fair, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. March 19.
t Children's dance, arts, acting classes by Perrysburg Area Arts Council. Brochures/registration forms at Way Public Library. Call 419-873-ARTS.
t Healthy Hearts women's step aerobics, 9-10 a.m. Mondays and Thursdays at First Baptist Church, 590 West South Boundary. Free, call 419-874-3546.
t AARP Tax Assistance: 2005 federal and state tax preparation free for senior citizens and middle/low-income taxpayers, at Way Public Library, 101 East Indiana. Call 419-874-3135.
Rossford
t Square/contra dance 7:30-10:30 p.m. March 12 at Rossford United Methodist Church, 270 Dixie Hwy. Music by Root Cellar Old Time String Band. No partner necessary; all dances taught. Wear cool, casual clothes. Admission, $6.
t●On With Art classes, 10-11:30 a.m. Saturdays through March 19 at the Rossford Recreation Center, 400 Dixie Hwy. $25 for five weeks plus materials. Register: 419-666-2905.
t Rossford Schools mandatory kindergarten screening, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. April 18-20 at Bulldog Hall, 719 Dixie Hwy, next to the Rossford High School. All children who will be age 5 on or before Sept. 30, 2005 and who will attend Rossford Schools this fall are required to be screened. Appointments required. Info: 419-662-3051, ext. 222.
Walbridge
t Amateur Baseball Association pre-season boy's baseball tournaments begin April 20, for ages 12 and under and 14 and under. Call 419-691-2634.
Woodville
t Woodmore kindergarten registration for the next school year: April 12-14 at Woodmore Elementary School, 708 West Main, by appointment only. Children who are age 5 on or before Aug. 1 are eligible to attend fall kindergarten. Call 419-849-2382 ext. 203, weekdays between March 21 and April 5; registration takes 60-90 minutes.
Wood County
t Native planting project, 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at the Agricultural Incubator, 13737 Middleton Pike, Bowling Green. Volunteers help beautify the parks and improve wildlife habitat while earning service hours for reward benefits. Call 419-353-1897 two days in advance to register.
t Irish tea 2 p.m. March 10 at Wood County Historical Center, 13660 County Home, Bowling Green. Admission; $7/adults, $5/members, $2.50/ages 10 and under. Reservations and advanced payment required. Call 419-352-0967.
t Black Swamp Spinners' Guild market day and fiber fair, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. March 19 at First United Methodist Church, 1506 East Wooster. Demonstrations, equipment and supplies, handwoven items, yarns, books, dyes, fleeces, and exotic fibers.
t Boomers and Beyond Conference and Extravaganza, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. April 30 at Bowling Green High School, 530 West Poe. Educational sessions for older adults, health and wellness promotion and screenings, exhibitor booths, lunch, live entertainment. Tickets, $10/age 60 plus, $15/under age 60, sold until April 22 at Wood County senior centers and Wood County Sky Banks.
t Bingo at VFW Post 1148 at 7 p.m. every Wednesday, 719 South Main, Bowling Green. Doors open 5:30 p.m.
t Immunization clinics weekdays at Wood County Health Department, 1840 East Gypsy Lane, Bowling Green. Walk-in or call 419-352-8402.
t Noon lunches for seniors 60 and older, Fridays, Hosanna Lutheran Church, 239019 Kellogg, Grand Rapids. Donation $2. Call 1-800-367-4935.
Toledo
t Euchre tournament 7:30 p.m. tomorrow at Knights of Columbus Hall, 4256 Secor. Entry, $5. Information: 419-474-9233.
t Card party 2-5 p.m. March 13 at St. Clements Community Hall, 2990 Tremainsville. $6.50. Barbecue beef sandwich dinner. Sponsored by the Catholic War Veterans Post 639. Reservations: 419-865-2526.
t Poetry Lives Here 10-week session for teen writers, 1-3 p.m. Saturdays through April 16 at Toledo-Lucas County branch library, 325 Michigan. Increase language skills and vocabulary. Registration required.
t African Americans of the Nation, an exhibit by photojournalist Thomas Vines, through May 1 in Mott branch library meeting room,1085 Dorr.
t Teen art exhibit, "Connect to Creativity," through April 21 at the Toledo-Lucas County Public Library, second floor, 325 Michigan St. Grades 6-12 can display their artwork by calling 419-259-5315.
t Free on-line information assistance for the public, available 24-hours every day at www.toledolibrary.org. Homework help also available, 2-10 p.m. daily. Call 419-259-5266.
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 Thrift shop 10 a.m.-noon Wednesdays, St. Lucas Lutheran Church, 745 Walbridge. Children and adult clothing, dishes, bedding, kitchen ware. Most items are $1 or under.
t Food, clothing giveaway 9-11 a.m. the third Saturday each month at Christian Community Church, 2500 Nebraska.
t Storytime with Red Robin 10 a.m.-10:45 a.m. Saturdays at Red Robin restaurant, 4850 Monroe. Games, crafts, prizes each week. Free.
Areawide
t Beauty and the Beast marionette show, Saturday at 11:30 a.m., West Toledo branch library, 1320 Sylvania; 2 p.m. at the Main library, 325 Michigan, and 4 p.m. at the Maumee branch library, 501 River. Free tickets available an hour before show.
t Beer Can and Breweriana Show, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, United Autoworkers Hall, 5411 Jackman. More than 80 tables of beer cans, beer signs and beer-related items on display. Information: 419-474-4092.
t Cheerleading competition 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday at Owens Community College, Student Health and Activities Center, Perrysburg Township. Area cheerleading squads compete with teams from northwest Ohio. Call 567-661-7935.
t Doll show and sale, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Stranahan Great Hall, 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd. $3.50/adults; $1/ages 10 and under. Door prizes, appraisals, and raffle. Information: 419-599-7162.
t The Great Pancake Escape performed 10-10:40 a.m. March 5 at Monroe Street United Methodist Church LaRue auditorium, 3613 Monroe. Presented by Project Arts Bridging Culture. Free to the public. A pancake breakfast follows the performance. Information: 419-480-0222.
t Toledo Record Show, buying and selling old & new CDs, tapes, records, videos, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. March 13 at Sommerset Hall, 2458 Tremainsville. $1. Information: 419-833-5040.
t Kids Who Care recognized by Kohl's stores. Gift cards and scholarships available to those students who are selected for their involvement in volunteer projects. Adults can nominate through March 15. Information: www.kohls.com.
t Greater Toledo Train & Toy Show, Stranahan Great Hall, 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd., March 20, early birds from 9-11 a.m., $8. General public 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., $6; kids 12 and under free. Food, dealers, train raffle, displays, rides on Casey Jr., free goodies for kids 12 and under. Free wooden toy to first 100.
t Reading Rainbow Young Writers and Illustrators Contest. Children in grades K-3 invited to create their own picture books. Entry materials and contest rules available through WGTE's Educational Resource Center at 419-380-4631 or toll free at 1-888-477-4ERC and online at www.wgte.org/rainbow. The contest continues through March 22. All entries must be postmarked by March 22.
Benefits
t Fight For Victory dinner and amateur boxing, 6 p.m. tomorrow at Gladieux Meadows, 4480 Heatherdowns. Benefits The Victory Center, a local cancer support agency, coordinated by the International Boxing Club of Toledo. Includes wine, entertainment, two auctions. $100. Information: 419-382-6600.
t Concert by Christian rock band, Right Side Cast, to raise funds for the Food Bank, 7 p.m. Saturday at North End Church of God, 2610 North Erie. Admission: non-perishable food items. T-shirt autographed by the band to the person bringing in the most items. Call 419-662-4525.
t Monte Carlo poker extravaganza, 5 p.m.-2 p.m. tomorrow, noon-2 p.m. Saturday, and noon to midnight Sunday at Glassmen Bingo Hall, 610 East Broadway at Nevada. Fundraiser for the Glassmen drum and bugle corps. Event held April 1-3 also. Call 419-698-9775.
t Bedford Dance Academy competition teams perform 7 p.m. Saturday in the Bedford High School auditorium. Benefits "Take A Test, Save A Life" bone marrow recruitment organization. Tickets $7 adults, $5 child. Call 734-847-4944.
t Basketball benefit game, by Bedford High School Alumni Association, 7 p.m. Saturday at Bedford High School. Staff members play Toledo Channel 13 All-Stars. Tickets at the door: $5/adults; $3 students, or at Bedford Community Education Office, 1623 West Sterns.
t Help Nurture A Child, dinner and auction to benefit Toledo Day Nursery, Sunday at 6 p.m. at Georgio's Cafe International, 426 North Superior. Celebrity waiters include Fire Chief Mike Bell, former mayor Carty Finkbeiner, Lucas County Sheriff James Telb. Silent auction items include donated art objects. $35 includes dinner from a select menu.
t Golf Swap sale by Toledo Junior Golf Association, at St. Francis de Sales High School, 2323 West Bancroft, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. March 6. Equipment check-in is March 5 from 1-5 p.m. Contests for prizes, area PGA professional booths, free custom-sized club for each junior. Adults/$3; juniors free. Information: 419-382-2799 or www.toledojuniorgolf.com.
t National Treasures movie 2 p.m. March 12 at the Maumee Indoor Theater, 601 Conant, followed by a spaghetti dinner 5-7 p.m. at the Northern Light Lodge 40, 119 West Wayne. Benefits the Special Olympics. Movie, $5, with soda and popcorn; dinner is $5/adults; $2.50/kids under age 10. Movie tickets at theater. Reserve dinner by March 9: 419-283-3594.
t Rummage sale to benefit Serenity Farm Animal Assisted Therapies, March 11 and 12, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., at FOP Building, Wood County Fairgrounds, Bowling Green. Donations of household items, tools, clothing, sports equipment, furniture and collectibles accepted until March 10. Call 419-833-3091.
t Murder mystery event, An Affair to Dismember, to benefit the Toledo School for the Arts theater department, 7 p.m. March 12 at Sylvania Historical Village, 5717 North Main St., Sylvania. Groups of 10 depart every 15 minutes on a multi-scene presentation, complete with food grazing, throughout the Sylvania Historical Village. Event lasts about two hours. $45 per person. Reservations: 419-246-8732, ext. 217.
t M S Jam Foundation, Fulton County Fairgrounds, Wauseon, March 12 from 3 p.m. to midnight. Seven bands and six solo artists perform to benefit National Multiple Sclerosis Society. $25/adults in advance, $30 at door; $5/ ages 12-17 years; 11 and under free. Food available. Tickets: 419-283-6167.
t K-9 Caper spring dance and auction to benefit You Lucky Dog, Inc. Rescue, 6-11 p.m. March 12 at the Glass City Boardwalk, 27820 East Broadway. $12 each or $20/couple, includes hors d'oeuvres, dancing, silent/ live auctions. Tickets: 419-691-1375.
t Daffodil Days to benefit the American Cancer Society. Daffodils sold by Relay For Life teams, March 13 and 14. Call 888-ACS-OHIO to order.
t VFW meatloaf dinner 5-7 p.m. March 19, Post 2898, 3925 West Alexis. $6; proceeds benefit the National Home for Children in Eaton Rapids, Mich. Information: 419-473-9649.
t Dance Marathon to benefit the Children's Miracle Network, March 19-20. A 32-hour event, with more than 1,000 Bowling Green State University students participating from over 55 campus organizations, plus many guests. Information: 419-372-0530 or visit www.bgsu.edu/studentlife/organizations/dancemarathon.
t Gourmet Dinner to benefit Toledo GROWs, a community outreach program of Toledo Botanical Garden, March 20 beginning at 5 p.m. at Carranor Hunt & Polo Club in Perrysburg. Tickets are $75 each. Gourmet dinner prepared by Toledo native Peter Vauthy, chef de cuisine at Moxie Restaurant in the Cleveland area. Reservations: 419-936-2986.
t Pet Portrait Contest benefits Toledo Area Humane Society at area MotoPhoto locations. $10 fee includes a sitting, photo and entry into the pet portrait contest at the Toledo Area Humane Society, 1920 Indian Wood Circle, on April 2 from 11 a.m. to noon. Call participating MotoPhoto locations to schedule an appointment.
t St. Jude Dream Home tickets on sale; raffle of a home in the Brint Crossing Subdivision in Sylvania. Proceeds benefit St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Memphis, Tenn. Drawing is April 17. Tickets available at Meijer stores or by calling 1-800-831-7061.
t Food donations for the Family house accepted at the Window Seat, 5700 Monroe, Sylvania. Non-perishable food or hygiene items requested. Information: 419-242-5505.
Clubs
t Coffeehouse 7:30 p.m. the second Saturday each month at Riverpoint Ministries, Christian Life Center, 5649 Suder. 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, and 11:30 a.m. Thursdays at Uncle John's Restaurant, 3131 Secor. Open to all. Information: 419-865-8848.
t Daughters of the American Revolution, Ursula Wolcott-Black Swamp Chapter, meet Saturday at 1 p.m. at Abundant Life, 200 Zoar, Perrysburg. For membership information call Nancy Neeper at 419-381-0446.
t Expectant Mothers Group at Living Faith United Methodist Church, 1240 Columbus, Holland. Free to all expectant mothers. Information: 419-389-0921.
t Fine Arts Association meets the first Tuesday each month 7-9 p.m. at Delta Memorial Hall, 401 Main, Delta. Information: 419-822-9725.
t Glass City Miniatures Guild, 7 p.m. every third Tuesday, Toledo Botanical Garden conference center, 5403 Elmer. Information: 419-936-2986.
t Grand Rapids Sportsmen's Club, 11900 Jeffers, dance on Friday and Saturday nights, open to all for $5, members free. Information: 419-832-9915.
t Greater Toledo Civil War Roundtable will meet March 11 at the Navarre Park Shelter House, near corner of Navarre and White, starting about 8:10 p.m. Derek Davey, discusses Civil War Genealogy. Refreshments served. Free to the public.
t Greater Toledo Volkswagen Club meets 1 p.m. Sunday at Tony Packo's, 1902 Front, new members welcome, 419-874-5824.
t Kaffeestunde German coffee hour, Tuesdays during the college semester, 2-3 p.m., Room 2562, Student Union at University of Toledo Bancroft campus. Open to those interested in speaking German. Information: 419-530-2649.
t Ladies Auxiliary VFW 4906 meets Monday at 6 p.m. at the post hall, 2161 Consaul.
t Lions Club of Bedford dinner meeting, first and third Wednesday each month at Erie Restaurant, 9788 Dixie Hwy., Erie, Mich. Call 734-856-7985.
t Lutheran Home at Toledo Coffee Club, second Thursday of every month, 1:30 p.m. in the Assisted Living dining room, 131 North Wheeling, Oregon. Call 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. Information: 419-698-2755.
t Maumee Valley Model Boat Club meets the first Wednesday each month at Gander Mountain Sporting Goods, 1320 South Holland Sylvania, at 7 p.m. Guests welcome. Information: 419-472-1331.
t Maumee Valley T's (Ford Model T Club) meets the third Wednesday of each month at Brondes Ford, 1511 Reynolds , Maumee at 7 p.m. Information: 419-877-0513.
t Maumee VFW meets 7 p.m. the first and third Tuesday each month at 314 Illinois, Maumee. Military personnel with combat infantryman and combat medic badges from the Army or combat action ribbons from Navy, Marines, Coast Guard are eligible for membership. All veterans welcome. Call 419-878-8091.
t Mothers of Preschoolers, CrossRoads Community Church, 1590 West Temperance, Temperance, meets March 8 from 7-9 p.m. and March 15 and 16 from 9:30-11:30 a.m.
t Naturalists' Camera Club of Toledo, second Friday each month at 7:30 p.m., Secor Metropark, National Center for Nature Photography, 10000 Central, Berkey. Information: 419-474-2911 or www.naturalistcameraclub.com.
t Needle Arts Guild of Toledo meets at 6:30 p.m. the second Wednesday each month in the Conference Center, Toledo Botanical Garden, 5403 Elmer. Information: 419-832-3801.
t New Neighbors League Club hosts interest groups and special activities for those new to the area, including monthly luncheons with speakers. 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 each month. Information: 419-381-0755.
t Oregon/Northwood Rotary meets Thursdays at Cousino's, 1842 Woodville. Breakfast at 7:45 a.m., meeting at 8 a.m.
t Pals of Long ago Remembering Athletic Club meets the second Saturday of each month, 9:30 a.m. for breakfast, Zenobia Shrine Temple, 1511 Madison.
t Parents Without Partners meets the first Thursday of the month at Grace Lutheran Church, 4441 Monroe, at 7 p.m. Information: 419-381-1338.
t Real Estate Investors Association, 6:30 p.m. the second Tuesday each month, in the Gesu Church Sullivan Center, 2049 Parkside. Information: 419-861-3870.
t St. Vincent De Paul 55-Plus is meeting March 15. Blood pressures at 9:30 and 11:45 a.m. Bingo after meeting. Information: 419-729-7294.
t Singles dance every Thursday at 7 p.m. at The Frog II, 5120 Woodville, Northwood. Information: 419-862-0098.
t Singles group at Pilgrim Church of the United Church of Christ, 1375 Sylvania. 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 6:30 p.m., business meeting at 7 p.m.
t Teen Arts Council Fridays 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Common Space, 1700 North Reynolds. Visual arts, literary arts, performing arts. All supplies included. Information: 419-531-2046.
t Toledo Astronomical Association meets tomorrow at 7:30 p.m. in the fourth floor classroom of McMaster Hall on the University of Toledo campus. Karen Kerr gives her "Views of the Universe". Free and open to the public. Information: 419-843-3514 or 419-535-8775 or fmerrit@utnet.utoledo.edu.
t Toledo Camera Club meets 7:30 p.m. the second and fourth Monday each month in the Toledo Botanical Garden conference center, 5403 Elmer. Visitors welcome. Call 419-478-7594.
t Toledo East Women's Connection luncheon, "Wearin O The Green", March 10 in the Oregon room at St. Charles Hospital. Buffet at 12:15 p.m., program at 12:30 p.m. Reservations due today: 419-666-3728. Cost is $8.50.
t Toledo Mothers of Twins Club, 7:30 p.m. the second Thursday each month at Toledo Hospital, 2142 North Cove. Open to mothers, foster mothers, or guardians of multiple births. Call 419-472-5032.
t Toledo Plastic Modelers meet every second and fourth Thursday, 6:30 p.m. at the Gander Mountain store, 320 South Holland-Sylvania. Information: 419-472-9163.
t Toledo Polish Genealogy Society, 10-11:30 a.m. the fourth Saturday each month, Toledo-Lucas County Public Library, 325 Michigan, third floor local history room.
t Toledo Sewing Guild third Monday each month at 6:30 p.m. in the Common Space Library, 1700 North Reynolds.
t Toledo Submariners Scuba Club 7 p.m. the first Monday each month at Damon's Restaurant, 2009 South Reynolds, information: 419-874-1305.
t TOPICS Camera Club meets 7:30 p.m. the first Wednesday each month through May at Way Public Library, 101 East Indiana, Perrysburg. Open to all 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 10 a.m. Saturday at 3005 Laskey. District meeting and reverse raffle Saturday and Sunday. Euchre every Thursday night.
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 Second. Ministry for women with young children. Activities, refreshments. $5 per session. Child care provided. Information: 419-897-9460.
t Welcome Club of Northwest Ohio welcomes new people to the area or those who want to make new friends. Activities include: couples evening bridge, bunco, stitch, euchre, poker, dining out and golf. Information: 419-872-4987.
t Women's Connection West brunch, March 11 at Sylvania Country Club, 5201 Corey. Speaker, vocalist, program by Cookies by Design. Cost, $12, inclusive. Coffee and juice bar opens 9:15 a.m. Reservations and complimentary nursery: 419-472-8749 by Monday.
Concerts
t Slainte Mhath 8 p.m. March 19 at Owens Community College, mainstage theatre, Perrysburg Township. Traditional Celtic instruments and music in contemporary arrangments. Information: 567-661-2787.
t Perrysburg Symphony Orchestra 3 p.m. March 20 at Owens Community College, mainstage theatre, Perrysburg Township. Classical music including music from the Tchaikovsky Symphony.
Crafts
t Spring Festival of Crafts, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday at Lucas County Recreation Center, 2901 Key St., Maumee. Free admission and parking. Door prizes.
t Spring craft show at Erie United Methodist Church, 1100 East Samaria, Erie, Mich., Saturday. Tables are $20 each; $15 for additional space. Information: 734-854-7033.
t Spring craft bazaar at Hope United Methodist Church, 4069 West Sylvania, March 12, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Crafters: 419-882-8128.
t Springtime at Lourdes arts and craft show, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. March 12, Lourdes College, 6832 Convent. Crafters needed, call 419-335-6965.
t Spring craft show 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. March 12, Knights of Columbus, 202 West Front, Monroe, Mich. Call 734-457-3713.
t UAW Local 12 Women's Committee craft show March 13. Crafters, call 419-474-8575 or 419-536-4918.
t Crafters Who Care craft and gift show, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. March 19 at Somerset Hall, 2458 Tremainsville. Tables, $30. Table rentals and $1 admission go the A.J. Nye family for medical expenses from transplant surgery. Information: 419-327-9739 or email crafterswhocare@yahoo.com.
t Spring craft show March 19, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at St. Michael's School, 510 West Front, Monroe, Mich. Crafters may call 734-269-2780.
t Antiques in April show at Monroe County Community College, Welch Health Education Building, 1555 South Raisinville, Monroe, Mich., April 2-3. Crafters: call Tom Ryder at 734-384-4201.
t Douglas Road Elementary PTA Craft Show, April 16 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Crafters: call 734-847-5083.
t Blanket Making drive sponsored by Michaels Arts and Crafts store, 5255 Airport. Pick up directions to make knitted or crocheted squares to be donated and made into blankets for the less fortunate in the community. Call 419-389-0012.
Education
t First time home buyers seminar, 2 p.m. Saturday at Holy Rosary Parish Hall, 821 Wheeling St. Lupe Siewert of American Home Mortgage and GiGi Flores and Frank Smith of Remax Masters Real Estate Co. Information: 419-260-4677 or 419-344-6934.
t Wildwood Kids! Wildwood Preserve, Metz Visitor Center, 1 to 2:30 p.m. Saturday; kids 7 to 11 explore various habitats and learn how to help protect them. Reservations: 419-535-3058.
t Monarch butterflies, Side Cut Metroparks, Lamb Center, 2 to 3:30 p.m. Saturday. Learn about monarch butterfly migration and how to help monitor them as part of a national research project.
t Warm as Wool at Wildwood Preserve Metropark in the Oak Grove School, 10 a.m. Saturday. Children listen to an historical story, enjoy a snack and participate in an activity or craft. $5; $3 for metroparks members. Reservations: 419-832-6006.
t St. Patrick of Heatherdowns School open house for pre-K through grade eight students and their families, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Sunday, 4201 Heatherdowns. Information: 419-381-1775.
t St. Richard School open house and registration at 333 Brookside, Swanton, 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Sunday. Brunch $3; children 12 and under are free.
t Blessed Sacrament School open house, 2216 Castlewood, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Sunday at the Early Education Center. Tours available of day-care and pre-school facilities. Information: 419-472-1121.
t Sacred Trees and Environments-Different World Views, 7:30-9 p.m. Tuesday, Franciscan Center, Lourdes College Campus, 6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania. Antoine N. Kabwasa presents a talk on trees and their importance in the world. Information: 419-824-3691.
t College Preview Night for area high school students, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesday at Owens Community College,Student Health and Activities Center, Perrysburg Township. Information: 567-661-7777 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, ext. 7385.
t Ritter Planetarium and Brooks Observatory family programs: Fridays at 7:30 p.m. and Saturdays at 1 p.m. $4/adults; $3/children 3 and older and senior citizens. Information: 419-530-2650 or visit www.rpbo.utoledo.edu.
t Lecture Series, Wolcott House Museum Guild in conjunction with the Maumee branch of the Toledo-Lucas County Public Library, Mondays at 10 a.m. through March 28 in the Maumee library auditorium, 501 River.
t Ironworkers apprenticeships 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mondays, applications accepted at the Toledo Area Ironworkers Apprenticeship Training Center, 1078 Atlantic. $10 non-refundable application fee required.
t Community Writer's Workshop, for those who enjoy writing short prose or poetry, 6-9 p.m. Mondays through March at Owens Community College, College Hall Room 156-D, Perrysburg Township. Information: 1-800-GO-OWENS, ext. 7385.
t High School Writers' Workshop, 6-8 p.m. Tuesdays through March at Owens Community College, College Hall Room 156-D, Perrysburg Township.Call 1-800-GO-OWENS, ext. 7385.
t Dietary Management Certificate program offered by Washington Local Schools Adult Continuing Education Program. Program is for current or future food service managers in long-term care, acute care, assisted living, schools, correctional institutions, business and industry and other food service settings. Information: 419-473-8466.
t Astronomy Programs for Cub Scouts and Brownies at the University of Toledo Ritter Planetarium-Brooks Observatory, 3 p.m. March 12 and April 16. Each group gets a star and planet locator for future stargazing. $7 per person, including all adult attendees; seating limited. Reservations: 419-530-2650.
t Maumee Valley Writer's Conference 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. March 19 at the Franciscan Theatre and Conference Center at Lourdes College, 6832 Convent Blvd. Variety of writing-related topics; seminars led by published authors from NW Ohio and southeast Michigan. General registration $99; or $69 for students. Includes continental breakfast and lunch. Register by March 11: 419-824-3707 or gburke@lourdes.edu.
t Registration Rocks, information for high school students interested in taking college classes, 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. March 21-24 and 28-31 at Owens Community College,Toledo area and Findlay campuses. Call 567-661-7413 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, ext. 7413.
t Kindergarten registration under way for 2005-2006 school year for Anthony Wayne school district. Informational meeting for parents April 26 at 7 p.m. at Waterville Primary School, 457 Sycamore Lane, Waterville.
t Lewis and Clark: In Their Own Words, 7:30-9 p.m. May 3, Franciscan Center of Lourdes College, 6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania. Tim Kreps and Alan Thompson, living history presenters, tell stories of the expedition. Information: 419-824-3691.
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 Art classes Sundays in Frog Towne Square Bay at the Erie Street Market at 237 South Erie St. Artist Jan Revill teaches 11 a.m.-3 p.m. for $5. For adults and children age 5 and older.
t Project ABC Family Arts Lab every Tuesday and Thursday 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 Brown Bag Seminars discuss topics impacting women, Thursdays 12:30-1:30 p.m., Catharine S. Eberly Center conference room in Tucker Hall, room 180 University of Toledo. Free to the public.
t Children's art classes by Toledo Artists' Club at Toledo Botanical Garden, 5403 Elmer Drive. Advanced drawing and mixed media, ages 5-17. Information: 419-841-8153.
t GED test preparation and practice tests for adults, classes meet at 7035 Madison St., Holland or at 6850 Monroe St., room 210, Sylvania. Call 419-867-5763 or 419-824-8539. Sponsored by Sylvania Schools adult basic, literacy education.
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. Call 419-473-2364.
t English classes for adult speakers of other languages, 6850 Monroe St., room 208. Sponsored by Sylvania Schools adult basic and literacy education. Information: 419-824-8539.
t English for Speakers of Other Languages, Mondays-Thursdays, 9:15-11 45 a.m. or 1-3:30 p.m. offered through Washington Local Adult Basic and Literacy Education, 3939 Wrenwood Rd. Call 419-473-2364.
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 Services
t Solving the Mystery of Business in the 21st Century, 6 p.m. tomorrow at Owens Community College, Mainstage Theatre, Perrysburg Township. Information regarding appropriate dress in a business setting, including casual, fun, and collegiate dress. Information: 567-661-7501.
t Spring job fair for area residents and students, 2-6 p.m. March 17 at Owens Community College, Student Health and Activities Center, Perrysburg Township. Information on career opportunities in Northwest Ohio. Information: 567-661-7501.
t Employment Resource Center 10 a.m. to noon Tuesdays, St. Stephen Church, 7800 Erie St., Sylvania. Free help with resumes, interview skills, networking. Budget and debt counseling available. Call 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/referral agency provides help to locate affordable child care. 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 needs host families for boys and girls ages 15-18 from various countries. Students fully insured; host families select student. Call 419-874-0043 or 1-800-736-1760.
t EF Foundation for Foreign Study seeks host families for high school foreign exchange students from around the world. Information: 419-836-1528/419-868-8880 or 1-800-498-2487.
t Fulton County families can host a Japanese exchange student, age 15-18, to attend local high school. Tuition, fees, and medical costs are covered by the Fulton County OSU Extension Service, 4-H. Families provide room and board. Information: 419-337-9210.
t World Heritage seeks local host families for high school boys and girls from various countries. Information: 1-800-888-9040 or www.world-heritage.org.
t Youth For Understanding International Exchange Student seeks host families for students from various countries. Details: 1-800-833-6243.
Fish Fries
t American Legion Post 646 at 1074 Clarion Ave., Holland, every Friday, 4:30-7:30 p.m. Steaks, hamburgers available.
t American Legion Pond Post 99, 3247 Manhattan Blvd. 5-8 p.m. Fridays until March 25. $6.
t American Legion Post 192, 620 West Temperance Rd., Temperance, Mich., 5-7:30 p.m. Fridays through March 25.
t American Legion Post 193, 4-8 p.m. Fridays through April 14 at 11045 Harold Dr., Luna Pier, Mich. $7. Seniors, $6.50.
t AMVET 1010, Fridays until March 25 at V.F.W. 3265, 5416 Summit St., 4-7 p.m. $6.
t Conn Weissenberger American Legion, 2020 West Alexis Rd., 5-7 p.m. Fridays, $7.
t Holy Trinity Church, 1750 Raab Rd., Swanton, 5-8 p.m. tomorrow and March 18. Adults/$7; child/$3.
t Knights of Columbus Post 3122 every Friday during Lent at Sommerset Hall, 2458 Tremainsville Rd., 5:30-7:30 p.m. $6/fish; $7/shrimp; $8/frog legs.
t Little Flower Church 5-8 p.m. tomorrow and March 18 at 5522 Dorr St. Pizza available.
t Mayfair-Plymouth Church 5-7 p.m. tomorrow and March 18, 5253 Bennett Rd. Adults/$6; children under 12 years/$4.
t Maumee Eagles, 827 Illinois Ave., 5-8 p.m. Fridays. $6.50; prime rib available. Broasted chicken dinners 5-8 p.m. every Saturday, $6.95.
t Northwood VFW Post 102 on Andrus Road, 5-8 p.m. Fridays. Steaks, chicken available. Sunday breakfasts, 9 a.m.-noon, $4. Open to the public.
t Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church, 2255 Central Grove Ave., 5-7:30 p.m. Fridays through March 18 in the cafeteria. Popcorn shrimp extra.
t Rossford Eagles, 658 Lime City Rd, every Friday, 5-7:30 p.m. $7.50.
t St. Caspar Knights of Columbus Council 8829, 4:30-7:15 p.m. Fridays through April 8 at the Parish Life Center, 1205 North Shoop Ave., Wauseon. Adults/$6.50 and children/$3.50 (ages 7-12). Free for ages 6 and under and adults over 90.
t St. Catherine of Siena, 5-7 p.m. every Friday through March 25 at the school gym, 4555 North Haven Ave. Adults/$7; senior citizens/$6; child/$4.
t St. Charles Church, 5:30-7:30 p.m. tomorrow,1850 Airport Hwy. Adults/$7; senior citizens/$6; children/$4.
t St. Jerome School 5-8 p.m. Fridays through March 25 at 300 Warner St., Walbridge, adults/$8.50, seniors/$8, salad bar/$5, children K-5th/$4, 4 and under free.
t St. Joseph Maumee fish fry 5-7:30 p.m. March 11 at 104 West Broadway. Macaroni and cheese available.
t St. Paul's Episcopal Church every Friday until March 25 at 798 South Coy Rd., Oregon, 4-7 p.m. Adults/$7.75; child/$3.50.
t St. Richard Church, 333 Brookside Dr., Swanton, 5-7:30 p.m. March 11; 4-7 p.m. March 25. Adults/$7; child/$3.50; senior citizens/$6.
t St. Rose Church to support Boy Scout Troop 167 and The Knights of Columbus, 5-7 p.m. Fridays until March 18 in the cafeteria, 215 East Front St., Perrysburg.
t St. Thomas Aquinas 5-7 p.m. Fridays through March 25 in the church basement, 729 White St., Toledo. $7/adults; $6.50/senior citizens; $3.50/child.
t VFW 2510, 617 Second St., Toledo, first Friday each month, 4-7 p.m. at $6.
t VFW Post 2898 at 3925 West Alexis Rd., Toledo, 5-7 p.m. tomorrow; $6.50 for all you can eat, 419-473-9649.
t VFW Post 3013 at 1950 South Eber Rd., Holland, every Friday, 5-7 p.m., and breakfast every Saturday, 8-11 a.m.
t VFW Post 4906, 2161 Consaul St., East Toledo, 5-8 p.m. March 11 and 18. Open to all.
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. Call 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 per month. Prescription from physician required. Information: 419-530-2731.
t Coaches Clinic for First Aid Certification, hosted by the Sports Medicine Department of Wood County Hospital, Saturday, 8 a.m.-noon. Online registration required at www.woodcountyhospital.org/commservices/index.htm. Information: 419-354-8950.
t Diabetes education group meets 7 p.m. 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, Wednesday mornings at St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center, and Thursday evenings at Mercy Health Partners Conference Center, 3400 Meijer Dr. Call 419-345-3986.
t Health-care speakers to groups offered by Bay Park Community Hospital. Topics include up-to-date healthcare information. Healthcare professionals can taylor their message to schools, churches, service clubs, civic groups and businesses. To schedule a speaker: 419-690-7504.
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 at 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 In-home Respite Financial Assistance Program, provided by the Alzheimer's Association, for eligible families to be reimbursed for up to $50 for the cost of in-home respite. Information: 419-537-1999 or 1-800-441-3322.
t Integrative medicine community presentations, 7-8 p.m. March 24 in Toledo Hospital's education center in the basement and first floor between Conrad Jobst Tower and Harris McIntosh Tower. Topic is osteoporosis. Information: 419-824-7212.
t Memory and Aging: What's Normal, What's Not, 1-2 p.m. Monday at 2472 Luther Hills Circle; Advance Stages of Dementia: Caregiving Workshop, 6:30-8:30 p.m. today and March 10 at the Sanger branch library, 3030 West Central Ave. Alzheimer's Association programs.
t Psychotherapy analysis at the Center for the Study of Experiential Psychotherapy, 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 Tai Chi for Arthritis based on the Sun style of Tai Chi, increases flexibility, muscle strength, heart-lung capacity and balance. Class forming at St. Timothy's Episcopal Church, 871 East Boundary St., Perrysburg, on Thursdays at 7 p.m. $35 per month. Call 419-537-0888.
t Tai Chi classes by the Arthritis Foundation in the community room of the Lutheran Home at Toledo, 131 North Wheeling, 6 p.m. Tuesdays. Information: 419-691-9451.
t Therapeutic Horseback Riding, at Serenity Farm, Luckey, April through October, Tuesdays and Saturdays at 10 a.m., Wednesdays at 4 p.m. Call Farm Office to register, 419-833-1308 or www.serenityfarm.org.
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 Walk For Wellness at Pearson Metropark in Oregon, Packer-Hammersmith Center, 8 to 10 a.m. Saturday. A 3-mile hike with a naturalist.
Reunions
For a listing of upcoming military and school reunions, log on to www.toledoblade.com/log.
School Plays
t Guys and Dolls, performed by Clay High School Limelighters, March 10 at 7:30 p.m. and March 11 and 12 at 8 p.m. $9/adults; $7/students, available at the door or by calling 419-693-0665, ext. 2006.
t Crazy for You, performed by St. John's Jesuit High School, St. Ursula Academy and Notre Dame Academy, 7:30 p.m. March 11; 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. March 12; and 2 p.m. March 13, at the Valentine Theatre, 400 North Superior St., Tickets are $10 and can be purchased at the theater box office, 419-242-2787.
Support Groups
For a listing of support groups in the area, log on to www.toledoblade.com/log.
Volunteers
For a listing of volunteer opportunities in the area, log on to www.toledoblade.com/log. Permanent Link
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