Ohio native Robert Hines (1912-1994) holds the distinction of being the only U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service employee hired as a full-time artist. His official title was "National Wildlife Artist." Hines developed his love of nature growing up along the verdant banks of the Sandusky River in Fremont, Ohio. Despite almost no formal training, his artistic talent was recognized worldwide. Hines also was key in developing the federal Duck Stamp program and had one of his works accepted. This exclusive exhibit showcases his life and his work on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of his birth. Closed on Mondays.

Open to any amateur photographers. Deadline for entry is September 12, 2012. All photography must be taken in SA&G between September 2011 & August 31, 2012. An open house reception for all entries will be held to unveil the winners. An exhibit in the Trellis Gallery will feature the top 25 awarded entries through October 31. Prizes will be awarded to 1st, 2nd, & 3rd place, special merit (up to 5), and a Director's award. Entry form and guidelines available on our website.

Firelands Audubon Society offers an excellent eight week bird identification course. For fee information and to register, please contact Carol Andres.

The Sandusky Cultural Center provides educational and entertaining exhibits that stimulate an interest in the fine arts. They provide a focus for multicultural awareness and introduce complex issues and challenging concepts. The featured exhibit is Pre-Conceived Objects. The Gallery is closed on Saturdays, school holidays, vacations & "snow days", etc.

In 1983, Jim Siemer's family built a cottage on Middle Bass Island where he was inspired by the beauty and splendor of the Lake Erie area to begin printing watercolors. He is honored to exhibit his work painted over the last 20 years to reveal to all that the Lake Erie region is one of the most beautiful places in the world.

A humorous, heartwarming revue that looks at modern grandmothers in a whole new light. These are the women who have thrown away the granny glasses, shapeless black dresses and Red Cross shoes and replaced them with cute little tennis tresses, skis and a condo in Florida. The show celebrates these changes with skits and songs about everything from what to name the grandmother to her availability as a baby sitter, her job, friends, activities, new interest in shopping, but most of all, her relationship to that incredible new baby and its parents. Whether you are a grandparent or a grandchild, every generation of your family will love this show!

Students (grades K-12) can learn about the science behind their favorite thrill rides as they make their way through the new Math and Science Zone on the Main Midway. Special money-saving offers are available for groups.

Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) is offering bus trips to various points of interest on both Ottawa and Cedar Point NWRs through the month of May. Seating is limited and you must make a reservation by calling the Visitor Center. Busses will leave from the Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center parking lot at 7 am and trips will last about 3 hours. Refuge staff will be driving the bus and will gladly interpret refuge management and your wildlife experience during the tour.

In the early 19th century, Americans looked to Europe when purchasing china. When importer David Haviland no longer could satisfy his customers' tastes for embellished fine china, good-old American ingenuity came into play. Haviland built his own factory in Limoges, France, to turn out the finest china in the world with artistic flourishes to satisfy his U.S. customers. Numerous examples of some of the earliest pieces of Haviland China (1850-1890) are on display in this unique exhibit.

Rain or shine. Giveaways and drink specials. Free live music.

Walk the trails with a naturalist to see and hear migrating warblers and other song birds. Registration appreciated.

Education with recreation, 14 hours of C.E. that you can take home and use in your practice as soon as Monday morning! Indoor and outdoor range shoothing at Camp Perry will also be available. Bring your binoculars to enjoy some of the best birding.

Music fans of all ages and music preferences can enjoy their favorite music. Musicians are everywhere downtown, playing on street corners, in parks, on the beach - wherever people are gathered to watch, dance, or sing along.

Join the Kelleys Island Audubon Society in welcoming migrating song birds to this wonderfully quiet 2,800 acre island in the western basin of Lake Erie. Program includes morning and afternoon guided bird walks at different locations each day, afternoon nature lectures, and more.

Featuring wine selections from Silver Oak and Twomey Cellars.

Shooters, including aspiring new shooters, who live in the Camp Perry area are invited to take advantage of a new opportunity to do practice shooting on Tue and Thurs evenings at the Camp Perry Marksmanship Center air gun range. The Camp Perry 80-point, 10-meter air gun range is fully equipped with electronic targets that accommodate air rifle, air pistol or National Match Air Rifle shooting. Instructors and shooting equipment are available at the range.

Boats, music, food, drinks, and fun. Enjoy all summer long! Come by land or water.

Join a naturalist to look and listen for frogs. These amphibians have come out of hibernation and their breeding calls are getting loud. Plan to get wet if you want to catch frogs! Nets provided; registration appreciated.

This is a self driving tour along the Lake Erie Shores & Islands Wine Trail. Taste luscious chocolate from Baker Candies, enjoy complimentary appetizers and wine samples and receive a candy dish and Schott Zwiesel crystal wine glass.

The Cavalcade of Stars has become the "must attend" race on the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Tour! The racers you will see this weekend are the "stars of tomorrow!"

Faust meets professional baseball in this All-American Broadway classic.

Help plant the annual "peace" garden in honor of British Queen Victoria's birthday at Perry's Victory & Interntaional Peace Memorial, dedicated to the long-lasting peace between the U.S., Canada and Great Britain. Also this weekend is the "Island Wide Garage Sale" on Saturday. Don't miss the big bargains at the Heritage Resale Shop at the Historical Museum.

Up close looks at beautiful spring warblers, thrushes, vireos, and other migrants, and share more about the critical stopover habitat that the Lake Erie Marsh Region represents. Basic bird identification will be included, so bring your favorite field guide!

Featuring a wide variety of merchandise on display and for sale including antiques, collectibles, furniture, crafts, produce, sports cards, clothing, tools, glass and much more providing something of interest for everyone. 300-450 dealers per show. A variety of food is also available.

There is no substitute for time in the field. Join the naturalist to see what migrants are at Magee Marsh today.

Fresh vegetables and fruits direct from the farm, as well as many other popular items.

Learn the history of the Underground Railroad movement and the role of Sandusky area citizens who aided the journey of brave fugitives from slavery to freedom across Lake Erie to Canada. Seating is limited. Please call to make your reservation.

There will be a fun safety fair, contests, games, activities, special guests, music, and more. Visit the Erie MetroParks booth for fishing activities. Sponsored by the Wightman-Wieber Foundation, Sandusky City Schools, the City of Sandusky, Maritime Museum of Sandusky, and the Sandusky Children's Museum. All children must be accompanied by an adult. 

Erie County museums join together to celebrate International Museum Day in Sandusky and Milan. The Eleutheros Cooke House and Garden, the Follett House Museum, the Maritime Museum of Sandusky, the Sandusky Greenhouse, the Merry-Go-Round Museum, the Ohio Veterans Home Museum, Edison Birthplace, and the Milan Historical Museum will all be open free to the public, and each will offer family activities. The Sandusky Underground Railroad Education Center and the Erie County Historical Society will also offer free activities. For more information, please check the websites of the participating organizations closer to the event.

Nautical flea market, model boat building for kids, boat rides, Underground Railroad trolley tours, and Capt'n Willie's Silly Pirate Show.

The competitions will feature a Junior Air Rifle 3x20, 60 Shots Air Rifle Standing, 60 Shots Air Pistol, a 20 shot Novice Prone stage a National Match Air Rifle 20 Shot Standing, Garand Course and 3x20 events.

Head Librarian Becky Hill leads this class designed for those just beginning to research their family history. Pre-registration required.

View this collection of local artists and craftsmen working to promote the local art scene.

Bird banding is used to find out how far birds travel, how long they live, where they nest and spend the winter, whether species populations are rising or falling, and many other details of their lives. Join the Kelleys Island Audubon Society for their popular bird-banding program at Long Point.

Traditional jazz with a blend of contemporary folk and Gospel-like textures.