DECEMBER

12/1/2009 - 12/31/2009

White House Pets: Ambassadors at Large & White House Horses

Tue - Sat: 9 am - 5 pm, Sun: Noon - 5 pm

Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Center, Fremont

A pair of special exhibits on loan from the White House Historical Association that explore the four-footed residents of the White House.

419.332.2081 or 800.998.7737

rbhayes.org

Admission: $7.50/adult, $6.50/senior, $3/child (ages 6 - 12)

12/1/2009 - 12/31/2009

Hayes Train Special

Tue - Sat: 9 am - 5 pm, Sun: Noon - 5 pm

Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Center, Fremont

The spirit of holidays past is revived in this operating model train display. The 12 x 24 foot, three-tier layout features eight G- and O-gauge trains. All of the trains are styles important to the life of 19th US President R.B. Hayes. Visitors act as engineers lifting gates, flashing lights, sounding the whistle and more via a series of interactive buttons. A miniature Victorian village provides a picturesque setting through which the trains travel. Closed on Christmas.

419.332.2081 or 800.998.7737

rbhayes.org

Admission: $7.50/adult, $6.50/senior, $3/child (ages 6 - 12)

12/1/2009 - 12/31/2009
Festival of Lights Display
5 - 10 pm
Sawmill Creek Resort, 400 Sawmill Creek Dr., Huron
The Festival of Lights display lights up the sky once again at Sawmill Creek Resort. Millions of lights will be on display depicting your favorite holiday songs! This is a benefit for non-profit organizations.     
419.433.3800 or 800.729.6455
sawmillcreek.com
Admission: Donations accepted

12/1/2009 - 12/31/2009

Festival of Trees, Santa Collection and Animated Windows

Sandusky State Theatre, 107 Columbus Ave., Sandusky

Take a walking tour inside the Theatre to view breathtaking holiday-decorated trees and the World's Largest Santa Collection. After viewing the trees, take a casual stroll through downtown Sandusky and view the 12 fully-animated windows depicting "A Christmas Carol" as told by Charles Dickens. The splendor of New York City and Paris is right here for all to see!

419.626.1950 or 877.626.1950

sanduskystate.com

Admission: $2/person

12/1/2009 - 12/23/2009
Santa at the Candy Cane House
6 - 9 pm
Sawmill Creek Resort, 400 Sawmill Creek Dr., Huron
Drive the Festival of Lights display on the Sawmill Roadway and say "hi" to Santa at the Candy Cane House!   
419.433.3800 or 800.729.6455
sawmillcreek.com
Admission: Donations accepted

12/1/2009 - 12/20/2009

Winter Holiday Art Show

Main Street Building, 685 Main St., Vermilion

Local artists offer a variety of mediums at the Main Street Building in downtown just in time for holiday shopping. Don’t miss this premier art event.

440.963.0772

mainstreetvermilion.com

12/2/2009

Vienna Boys Choir

7:30 pm

Sandusky State Theatre, 107 Columbus Ave., Sandusky

The Vienna Boys Choir is the oldest and most renowned musical institution in the world. The choir was founded by Imperial decree of Hapsburg Emperor Maximilian I in 1948 to fulfill his wish to have choristers in the Imperial Chapel. This Christmas Concert will include popular Christmas carols, traditional sacred music and folk songs from around the world.

419.626.1950 or 877.626.1950

sanduskystate.com

Admission: $10-$38/person; Dinner/Show Package: $44-$52/person

12/2/2009

Festival of Trees - Dessert at The State

7 pm

Sandusky State Theatre, 107 Columbus Ave., Sandusky

Take time out from your holiday shopping and enjoy an evening of relaxation among the sparkling decorated holiday trees. This is a perfect opportunity to share time with family or friends without all the hustle and bustle of this time of year and enjoy taste tempting desserts prepared by Wendy Kromer Confections.

419.626.1950 or 877.626.1950

sanduskystate.com

Admission: $14/person (choice of two desserts)

12/2/2009

Festival of Trees - High Tea
3 pm

Sandusky State Theatre, 107 Columbus Ave., Sandusky

There is nothing more relaxing than an afternoon tea among sparkling holiday decorated tree. Enjoy the splendor of the holiday season among the trees and delightful delicacies provided by Wendy Kromer. She is one of the country's leading wedding cake designers. As co-author of Martha Stewart's Wedding Cakes, and contributing editor of Martha Stewart Weddings Magazine, her exquisitely decorated cakes and cookies have graced many a cover!

419.626.1950 or 877.626.1950

sanduskystate.com

Admission: $24-$34/person


12/3/2009 - 12/5/2009
Christmas Dinners at Spiegel Grove
6:30 - 10:30 pm
Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Center, Fremont

Enjoy an enchanting evening in the Victorian Age as you help support the nation's first presidential center. The evening features a carriage ride, entertainment, a six-course Victorian feast and more. Seating is limited.

419.332.2081 or 800.998.7737
rbhayes.org
Admission: $250/person ($175 is tax deductible)

12/4/2009 - 12/6/2009

Victorian Christmas Candlelight Dinners

Fri & Sat: 6 - 9 pm, Sun: 1 - 4 pm

Lyme Village, 5001 SR 4, Bellevue

In the candlelit Victorian mansion beautifully decorated for Christmas, the evening begins with music and hors d'oeuvres. The four course dinner with evening music and stories is followed by the lighting of the Christmas tree and Christmas folklore. Limited seating. Tickets must be purchased in advance.

419.483.4949

lymevillage.com

Admission: $49/adult (non-member), $45/adult (member)

12/4/2009 - 12/6/2009

"It's Beginning to Look a lot Like Christmas"

Fri & Sat: 7:30 pm, Sun: 2:30 pm

Bellevue Society for the Arts, 205 Maple St., Bellevue

Based on Miracle of 34th Street, " the musical production includes a live version of Macy’s Day Parade and a large cast of all ages. The story unfolds as Kris Kringle takes on the cynics among us in this musical adaptation of the popular holiday favorite. In his inimitable style, Meredith Willson, the author of "The Music Man" and "The Unsinkable Molly Brown," tells us the classic story of the year. A white-bearded gentleman claiming to be the real Santa Claus brings about a genuine "Miracle on 34th Street," spreading a wave of love throughout New York City, fostering camaraderie between Macy's and Gimbel's Department Stores, and convincing a divorced, cynical single mother, her somber daughter and the entire state of New York that Santa Claus is no myth.

419.484.2787

bellevuearts.net

12/5/2009 - 12/6/2009
Christmas Open House
10 am - 4 pm
Berlin Fruit Box Company, 51 Mechanic St., Berlin Heights
The open houses are held at the company workshop and include log veneering and clipping demonstrations, basket weaving, refreshments and more. Don't forget The Berlin Fruit Box is open Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm for all of your holiday shopping needs!
888.905.1858
samuelpattersonbaskets.com

12/5/2009 - 12/6/2009

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: Live on Stage
Sat: 11 am & 3 pm, Sun: 2 pm
Sandusky State Theatre, 107 Columbus Ave., Sandusky
Don't miss this heart-warming Holiday classic story of a red-nosed reindeer named Rudolph. Join all of his reindeer friends. With audience participation, reindeer games and Rudolph's shining nose, it's sure to be a bright Christmas for everyone.
419.626.1950 or 877.626.1950
sanduskystate.com

Admission: $14/adult, $10/child

12/5/2009
Christmas Special
8 am - 4 pm
Jamie's Flea Market, SR 113, Amherst
Free pictures with Santa from 11 am - 2 pm along with hourly gift certificate drawings and great Christmas shopping.
440.986.4402

jamiesfleamarket.com

12/5/2009

Chili Cook-off

Lyman Harbor, 1615 First St., Sandusky

419.625.9626

lymanharbor.com

Admission: $5/ticket

12/5/2009
Mrs. Claus/Hay Wagon Rides
4 - 6 pm
Sawmill Creek Resort, 400 Sawmill Creek Dr., Huron
Meet in the Granary (behind the Sawmill Creek Shops), have hot chocolate, cider, donuts and ride the wagon through the Festival of Lights display.  
419.433.3800 or 800.729.6455
sawmillcreek.com
Admission: $10/family of 4; $2 for each additional person

12/5/2009
Lunch with Santa
11:30 am - 2 pm
Sawmill Creek Resort, 400 Sawmill Creek Dr., Huron
Featuring a holiday buffet, caricatures by Sean Carroll and balloon fun with Drew Scheeler. Don't forget to sit on Santa's knee and whisper your Christmas wish! Reservations required.   
419.433.3800 or 800.729.6455
sawmillcreek.com
Admission: $12.95/adult, $5.95/child (ages 4 - 11)

12/5/2009

Gingerbread House Workshop

10 - 11 am, 11 am - 12 pm, 12 - 1 pm

Milan Historical Museum, 10 Edison Dr., Milan

Each entry will receive: one gingerbread house kit complete with icing and candy to decorate, one junior history explorer notepad, one admission to our decorated Sayles House and unlimited hot cocoa. Please call to register; deadline is December 2.

419.499.2968

milanhistory.org

Admission: $7/entry

12/5/2009

The Christmas Tree Ship

11 am

McGarvey's Landing, Vermilion

Join with friends and family at the Vermilion River bank to experience the 100 year-old tradition of purchasing a Christmas tree, wreaths and roping as they are unloaded from the Christmas Tree Ship. Experience small town hospitality and entertainment.

440.963.0772

discoververmilion.com

12/5/2009

Fresh from the Tree Holiday Decoration

10 am - 12 pm

Osborn MetroPark - Frost Center, 3910 Perkins Ave., Huron

Guided by an EMP Horticulturist and using fresh evergreens, berries, pine and spruce cones—create a festive wreath or swag. Please bring pruners & sturdy work gloves. Registration required.

419.625.7783

eriemetroparks.org

Admission: $12/person

12/6/2009 - 12/7/2009

30th Annual Christmas Candlelight Tour of Homes

6 - 9 pm

Various locations, Sandusky

Four private homes will be featured as well as The Sandusky State Theatre, The Follett House Museum and the Eleutheros Cooke House.

419.627.0640 or 419.626.5012

12/6/2009

Big Night Out: Sicilian Style

5 pm

Sortino's Little Italy Ristorante, 1202 Sycamore Line, Sandusky

Enjoy an authentic Sicilian eight course feast served family sytle. Each delicious course will be presented with a Sicilian wine, showcased by wine master Claudio Salvador. Reservations required.

419.626.4597 or 419.625.3776

Admission: $55/person (tax & gratuity not included)

12/6/2009

Community Christmas Celebration

5 pm

Adams Street Park, Port Clinton

Community singing, Santa arrives at 5:15, hot chocolate, and cookies, plus holiday fun!

419.734.5503

portclintonchamber.com

12/6/2009
Tree of Remembrance
1 pm
Victory Park, SR 60, Vermilion
Celebrate the lives of those you have lost by bringing a weather-resistant holiday ornament for Vermilion's Tree of Remembrance.
440.654.8847

12/6/2009

Public Planetarium Shows

2 pm

Sidney Frohman Planetarium, 2130 Hayes Ave., Sandusky

Featuring a series of programs for adults and children on special topics and current news in astronomy. Topics change about every six weeks.

419.621.2761

sandusky-city.k12.oh.us

Admission: Free

12/6/2009

Winter Bird Feeders

2 - 3 pm

Osborn MetroPark - Frost Center, 3910 Perkins Ave., Huron

Take a look at some great feeders to attract winter birds, compliments of Wild Birds Unlimited. Also see how to make your own out of recycled materials. Registration required, limit 20.

419.625.7783

eriemetroparks.org

12/8/2009

Festival of Trees Lunch & Dinner

12 & 6 pm

Sandusky State Theatre, 107 Columbus Ave., Sandusky

Enjoy a relaxing lunch or dinner among the trees and then stroll through The Sandusky State Theatre and view sparkling Christmas Trees. After viewing the trees, take a casual stroll through downtown Sandusky and view the beloved "A Christmas Carol" animated windows. A delightful opportunity for a family get together or for business appreciation.

419.626.1950 or 877.626.1950

sanduskystate.com

Admission: Lunch: $18/person; Dinner: $22/person

12/8/2009

Yuletide Ornaments Workshop

6:30 - 8:30 pm

Osborn MetroPark - Frost Center, 3910 Perkins Ave., Huron

Create ornaments from natural and other materials to keep or give as gifts. Minimum age: 13 years. Space is limited. Registration required.

419.625.7783

eriemetroparks.org

Admission: $5/person

12/9/2009

Moscow Ballet's "The Great Russian Nutcracker"
7:30 pm
Sandusky State Theatre, 107 Columbus Ave., Sandusky
Featuring spectacular sets and beautifully-costumed Russian dancers, Moscow Ballet's Great Russian Nutcracker is an annual treat for the whole family!
419.626.1950 or 877.626.1950
sanduskystate.com or nutcracker.com

Admission: $27.50-$99.99/person; Dinner/Show: $44-$52/person

12/9/2009

Festival of Trees - Dessert at The State

7 pm

Sandusky State Theatre, 107 Columbus Ave., Sandusky

Take time out from your holiday shopping and enjoy an evening of relaxation among the sparkling decorated holiday trees. This is a perfect opportunity to share time with family or friends without all the hustle and bustle of this time of year and enjoy taste tempting desserts prepared by Wendy Kromer Confections.

419.626.1950 or 877.626.1950

sanduskystate.com

Admission: $14/person (choice of two desserts)

12/9/2009

Festival of Trees - High Tea
3 pm

Sandusky State Theatre, 107 Columbus Ave., Sandusky

There is nothing more relaxing than an afternoon tea among sparkling holiday decorated tree. Enjoy the splendor of the holiday season among the trees and delightful delicacies provided by Wendy Kromer. She is one of the country's leading wedding cake designers. As co-author of Martha Stewart's Wedding Cakes, and contributing editor of Martha Stewart Weddings Magazine, her exquisitely decorated cakes and cookies have graced many a cover!

419.626.1950 or 877.626.1950

sanduskystate.com

Admission: $24-$34/person

12/10/2009 - 12/12/2009

"It's Beginning to Look a lot Like Christmas"

7:30 pm

Bellevue Society for the Arts, 205 Maple St., Bellevue

Based on Miracle of 34th Street, " the musical production includes a live version of Macy’s Day Parade and a large cast of all ages. The story unfolds as Kris Kringle takes on the cynics among us in this musical adaptation of the popular holiday favorite. In his inimitable style, Meredith Willson, the author of "The Music Man" and "The Unsinkable Molly Brown," tells us the classic story of the year. A white-bearded gentleman claiming to be the real Santa Claus brings about a genuine "Miracle on 34th Street," spreading a wave of love throughout New York City, fostering camaraderie between Macy's and Gimbel's Department Stores, and convincing a divorced, cynical single mother, her somber daughter and the entire state of New York that Santa Claus is no myth.

419.484.2787

bellevuearts.net

12/10/2009

Festival of Trees Lunch or Dinner

12 & 6 pm

Sandusky State Theatre, 107 Columbus Ave., Sandusky

Enjoy a relaxing lunch or dinner among the trees and then stroll through The Sandusky State Theatre and view sparkling Christmas Trees. After viewing the trees, take a casual stroll through downtown Sandusky and view the beloved "A Christmas Carol" animated windows. A delightful opportunity for a family get together or for business appreciation.

419.626.1950 or 877.626.1950

sanduskystate.com

Admission: Lunch: $18/person; Dinner: $22/person

12/10/2009

Kenny Rogers: "Christmas & Hits"

7:30 pm

Sandusky State Theatre, 107 Columbus Ave., Sandusky

Dinner is available at 6 pm for an additional cost.

419.626.1950 or 877.626.1950

sanduskystate.com

Admission: $49.50-$150/person

12/10/2009

Holiday Earth to Table Dinner

6:30 pm

The Culinary Vegetable Institute, 12304 SR 13, Milan

Seating is limited. Please call to make reservations.

419.499.7500

culinaryvegetableinstitute.com

Admission: $55/person (plus tax and gratuity)

12/10/2009

"Ye Olde English Madrigal Dinner"

6 pm (dinner), 7:30 (concert)

St. Mary Church, 38 W. League St., Norwalk

Gorgeous costumes, great food, traditional, sacred and humorous. Madrigals and Carols in an elegant atmosphere.

419.668.1641

Admission: $7.50/person (concert only), $20/person (concert & dinner)

12/12/2009 - 12/24/2009

12 Shops of Christmas Treasure Walk

Various locations, Vermilion

Pick-up your card from local merchants, visit 12 shops during retails hours, then turn in your card for a chance to win fabulous prizes.

440.963.0772

12/12/2009 - 12/13/2009
Christmas Open House
10 am - 4 pm
Berlin Fruit Box Company, 51 Mechanic St., Berlin Heights
The open houses are held at the company workshop and include log veneering and clipping demonstrations, basket weaving, refreshments and more. Don't forget The Berlin Fruit Box is open Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm for all of your holiday shopping needs!
888.905.1858
samuelpattersonbaskets.com

12/12/2009 - 12/13/2009
Christmas of Yesteryear

Sat: 1 - 9 pm, Sun: 1 - 5 pm
Historic Lyme Village, 5001 SR 4, Bellevue

419.483.4949
lymevillage.com


12/12/2009 - 12/13/2009
Christmas Tea
1 - 3 pm
Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Center - Dillon House, Fremont
Spend a leisurely pre-holiday afternoon with friends and family while enjoying the pleasures of a 19th-century formal tea with a decidedly holiday theme. Advance reservations required.
419.332.2081 or 800.998.7737

rbhayes.org
Admission: $25/adult, $14/child

12/12/2009      

Historical Series Program

1 pm

Maritime Museum, 125 Meigs St., Sandusky

Wayne Walter, of the Ottawa County Historical Museum, presents "History of South Bass Island."

419.624.0274

sanduskymaritime.org

Admission: Free with admission to the museum

12/12/2009

Breakfast with Santa

10 am

Sandusky State Theatre, 107 Columbus Ave., Sandusky

The holidays are here and what better way to enjoy the magic but with a visit with Santa himself. Ticket includes a delicious hot breakfast buffet and a hands-on holiday craft for the kids. Every child will share their Christmas wishes with Santa and enjoy a holiday story told by Mrs. Claus.

419.626.1950 or 877.626.1950

sanduskystate.com

Admission: $12/person

12/12/2009

Santa's Holiday Hoedown

2 pm

Sandusky State Theatre, 107 Columbus Ave., Sandusky

Bayside Puppet Theatre: Santa's Toy Shop is in danger of closing down! There is no money for materials, which means there is no way the elves can make toys. What is the Christmas Gang going to do? Join in the fun as the Toy Shop Elves go on the road to Christmas Point USA (otherwise known as Sandusky, Ohio) with a good old fashioned down home Christmas Jamboree to raise funds to keep the Toy Shop going! With the sing-a-long fun, reindeer, and "Dolly Holiday" the audience will be "Yee-hawing" for more!

419.626.1950 or 877.626.1950

sanduskystate.com

Admission: $5/person

12/12/2009
Mrs. Claus/Hay Wagon Rides
4 - 6 pm
Sawmill Creek Resort, 400 Sawmill Creek Dr., Huron
Meet in the Granary (behind the Sawmill Creek Shops), have hot chocolate, cider, donuts and ride the wagon through the Festival of Lights display.  
419.433.3800 or 800.729.6455
sawmillcreek.com
Admission: $10/family of 4; $2 for each additional person

12/12/2009
Lunch with Santa
11:30 am - 2 pm
Sawmill Creek Resort, 400 Sawmill Creek Dr., Huron
Featuring a holiday buffet, caricatures by Sean Carroll and balloon fun with Drew Scheeler. Don't forget to sit on Santa's knee and whisper your Christmas wish! Reservations required.   
419.433.3800 or 800.729.6455
sawmillcreek.com
Admission: $12.95/adult, $5.95/child (ages 4 - 11)


12/12/2009

All Singles Dance

8 pm

Humane Society Hall, 4550 Fostoria Ave., Findlay

This is the Holiday Dance. Another year gone - join us during this most festive time of year and celebrate the season with all of your friends.

419.422.5200

Admission: $7/person

12/12/2009

Annual Holiday Open House

12 - 4 pm

Firelands Winery, 917 Bardshar Rd., Sandusky

Live entertainment, amazing food and world class wines. What could be better on a cold Ohio Saturday? While you're here be sure to get that holiday shopping done with our award winning wines and beautiful gift baskets. There's something for everyone on your list.

419.625.5474

firelandswinery.com

Admission: $10/person

12/13/2009

Public Planetarium Shows

2 pm

Sidney Frohman Planetarium, 2130 Hayes Ave., Sandusky

Featuring a series of programs for adults and children on special topics and current news in astronomy. Topics change about every six weeks.

419.621.2761

sandusky-city.k12.oh.us

Admission: Free

12/13/2009

Firelands Symphony Orchestra "Home for the Holidays"

7 pm

Sandusky State Theatre, 107 Columbus Ave., Sandusky

Welcome home Sandusky native and Broadway star Lynne Wintersteller in this concert of holiday cheer. As an accomplished actress and singer, Wintersteller will enchant listeners of all ages with her renditions of such favorites as We Need a Little Christmas, I'll be Home for Christmas and Santa Baby. You and your family will delight in this festive annual tradition with the Firelands Symphony Orchestra and very special guest, Santa Claus. Enjoy "Conversation with the Conductor" one hour before the performance.

419.626.1950 or 877.626.1950

sanduskystate.com

Admission: $10-$25/person

12/16/2009

Festival of Trees - High Tea
3 pm

Sandusky State Theatre, 107 Columbus Ave., Sandusky

There is nothing more relaxing than an afternoon tea among sparkling holiday decorated tree. Enjoy the splendor of the holiday season among the trees and delightful delicacies provided by Wendy Kromer. She is one of the country's leading wedding cake designers. As co-author of Martha Stewart's Wedding Cakes, and contributing editor of Martha Stewart Weddings Magazine, her exquisitely decorated cakes and cookies have graced many a cover!

419.626.1950 or 877.626.1950

sanduskystate.com

Admission: $24-$34/person

12/18/2009

Holiday Hop featuring Coasters, Platters & The Marvelettes

7:30 pm

Sandusky State Theatre, 107 Columbus Ave., Sandusky

Teaming together legendary Motown marvels, the Cornell Gunter's Coasters, Platters and the Marvelettes creates a toe-tapping rockin' holiday show that everyone enjoys. Together these groups offer a blast from the past that will jolt you out of your seat.

419.626.1950 or 877.626.1950

sanduskystate.com

Admission: $20-$40/person; Dinner/Show Package: $34-$54/person

12/19/2009

The Christmas Tree Ship

1 pm

Maritime Museum, 125 Meigs St., Sandusky

Hear stories of the Rouse Simmons and the other ships that transported Christmas trees to Great Lakes ports during the late 1800s to early 1900s. Construct a model of a Christmas Tree Ship. Recommended for second through seventh grade students. Pre-registration required.

419.624.0274

sanduskymaritime.org

Admission: Free with admission to the museum

12/19/2009
Mrs. Claus/Hay Wagon Rides
4 - 6 pm
Sawmill Creek Resort, 400 Sawmill Creek Dr., Huron
Meet in the Granary (behind the Sawmill Creek Shops), have hot chocolate, cider, donuts and ride the wagon through the Festival of Lights display.  
419.433.3800 or 800.729.6455
sawmillcreek.com
Admission: $10/family of 4; $2 for each additional person

12/19/2009
Christmas is for Kids Tea
1 - 3 pm
Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Center's Dillon House, Fremont
A special pre-Christmas treat for youngsters who have been very, very good awaits at the historic Dillon House. This original 1873 home takes on the look of a holiday wonderland for an afternoon tea for children and their adult companions. Costumed was staff serve holiday-themed goodies, while young and old enjoy the original interiors of one of Fremont's finest historic homes. Seasonal entertainment also included. Reservations required.
419.332.2081 or 800.998.7737

rbhayes.org
Admission: $25/adult, $14/child

12/19/2009

Caroling Downtown

12 pm

Downtown, Vermilion

An old fashioned tradition, carolers will stroll through downtown adding joy to the holiday season.

440.963.0772

12/20/2009

Public Planetarium Shows

2 pm

Sidney Frohman Planetarium, 2130 Hayes Ave., Sandusky

Featuring a series of programs for adults and children on special topics and current news in astronomy. Topics change about every six weeks.

419.621.2761

sandusky-city.k12.oh.us

Admission: Free

12/21/2009

Winter Solstice Night Hike

6:30 - 8:30 pm

The Coupling MetroPark, 11618 SR 13, Milan

Celebrate the coming of winter and the shortest day of the year with a brisk night hike. Afterward enjoy a cup of hot chocolate in the depot! Registration appreciated.

419.625.7783

eriemetroparks.org

12/25/2009

Christmas Buffet

2 - 7 pm

Kalahari Resort - Convention Center, 7000 Kalahari Dr., Sandusky

Indulge in our traditional holiday buffet! Please call or check the website for a list of food items. Reservations strongly encouraged. Prices subject to 19% taxable service charge and applicable sales tax.

419.433.5543

kalahariresorts.com

Admission: $22.99/adult (13 & over), $9.99/child (4 - 12), children 3 and under are free


12/26/2009 - 12/31/2009
Horse-drawn Sleigh/Carriage Rides
1 - 4 pm
Hayes Presidential Center, Spiegel Grove, corner of Hayes & Buckland Avenues, Fremont
Take a tour through the 25-acre estate of 19th U.S. President Rutherford B. Hayes using the mode of transportation he used. Weather determines if sleighs or carriages will be used. Closed on Monday, December 28.

419.332.2081 or 800.998.7737
rbhayes.org
Admission: $3/rider

12/31/2009
New Year's Eve 2009
Chez Francois/Touche' Wine Bar, 555 Main St., Vermilion
We will have three sittings for New Year’s Eve. Our first seating will be 4:30 - 6:30 pm, the second seating will be 7 - 9 pm and the last seating will begin at 9:30 pm. Each seating will feature a multi-course dinner. Our last seating will feature Mr. Mike Moore. Mike has been in the music business for over 35 years, formerly with Cornwell and Moore, a songwriter for over 35 years, a singer/keyboard player, an Emcee and finally an outstanding Master of Ceremonies and Deejay. Mike creates a great atmosphere for dancing. We have used his services in the past and have never been disappointed! Please take note, that availability of the last seating is extremely limited.
440.967.0630
chezfrancois.com

Admission: First two sittings: $55/person; Last seating: $85/person

12/31/2009

The Great Sausage Drop

Depot Park, 353 Ottawa St., Elmore

9 pm - 1 am

Where else but in Elmore would you expect to see a giant brightly lit 18 foot sausage fall from the sky to usher in the New Year? A live band, lots of good home cooked food and soft drinks with sausage as one of the entrees. Games include sausage eating, sausage tossing and dress your hot dog. Prizes for the top three winners awarded in each category. The winners from the cookie & candy contest from Elmore’s Holiday Express and Home Christmas Decorating will be announced at 9 pm. MEAT US IN ELMORE FOR THE WURST EVENT OF THE YEAR…

419.260.1282 or 419.707.9799

elmorehs.tripod.com

12/31/2009

Walleye Madness at Midnight

4 pm - 1 am

Madison Street, Port Clinton

Bring in the New Year with the only place in America that drops a fish and people sing and dance in the street! Enjoy heated tents, food, games for children and a full stage show capped off by fireworks. This huge celebration as seen around the world! Look at Wylie on his web site:

walleyemadness.com

12/31/2009
Toast of the Town
6 - 9 pm
Merry-Go-Round Museum, 301 Jackson St., Sandusky
Community members are invited to this gala fundraiser to benefit the Merry-Go-Round Museum and Sandusky Main Street Association. Tickets will go on sale November 1, 2009. Ring in 2010 with fun, friends and good food!
419.626.6111
merrygoroundmuseum.org

12/31/2009

New Year's Eve Vegas Celebration, Dancing & Charity Casino

8:30 pm - 1 am
Sawmill Creek Resort - Wilderness Hall, 400 Sawmill Creek Dr., Huron
Join us for a New Year's Eve Party at Sawmill Creek Resort. There will be Vegas-style gambling, dancing, hats and horns at midnight, cash bar and a chance to win prizes with gaming tickets.
419.433.3800 or 800.729.6455
sawmillcreek.com

Admission: $20/person


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