MAY

5/1/2008- 5/4/2008
"All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten"
Thurs - Sat: 8:15pm, Sun: 2 pm
Harlequins Community Theatre, 414 Wayne St., Sandusky
A place where you can see your friends and co-workers performing on stage.
419-621-1311
www.harlequinstheatre.com
Admission: $12

5/1/2008- 5/31/2008
A Light in the Harbor - Art Exhibition
Various locations throughout downtown, Sandusky
This public art exhibition of 20 six- foot tall lighthouses, each individually designed by local artists, will be on display in different locations. Maps will be available at the Sandusky Lake Erie Shores & Islands Welcome Center and other businesses beginning in May.
419-626-6111
www.alightintheharbor.com

5/1/2008- 5/31/2008
The Golden Age of Political Cartooning
Mon-Sat: 9 am - 5 pm, Sun: 12 - 5 pm
Hayes Presidential Center, Spiegel Grove, corner of Hayes & Buckland Avenues, Fremont
This exclusive Hayes exhibit delves into the development of political cartooning in the U.S. from 1868 - 1900.
419-332-2081 or 800-998-7737
www.rbhayes.org
Admission: $6/Adult, $5/Senior, $2/Children 6 - 12.

5/1/2008
Bluebell Hike at the Coupling Reserve
6:30 pm
Coupling Reserve, Milan
Join Naturalist staff for the latest look at spring. Pre-registration required.
419-625-7783
www.eriemetroparks.org

5/2/2008- 5/4/2008
Boat Show and Wine Fest
Fri: 12 - 6 pm, Sat: 10 am - 6 pm, Sun: 11 am - 5 pm
Catawba Island Country Club, Port Clinton
Boat show runs May 2 - 4 and features sail and power boats. Wine tasting will take place on Saturday only.
440-899-5009 ext. 15
www.catawbaislandboatshow.com or www.ohiowines.org

5/2/2008
First Friday at the Ritz
7:30 pm
The Ritz, 30 S Washington St., Tiffin
Featured Artists: Easily Amused – An improv comedy act from Columbus.
419-448-8544
www.ritztheatre.org

5/2/2008
Friday Night Entertainment
8:30 - 11:30 pm
Hermes Vineyard & Winery, 6413 Hayes Ave., Sandusky
Entertainment by Dan & John
www.hermesvineyards.com

5/2/2008
Ronnie Milsap's 40 #1 Greatest Hits Tour
Doors open at 6:30 pm
Sandusky State Theatre, Sandusky
Autographed guitar to be auctioned off for charity as part of this production.
419-626-1950
www.sanduskystate.com

5/3/2008- 5/4/2008
Mother's Day Open House & 150th Anniversary Celebration
10 am - 4 pm
Berlin Fruit Box Company, 51 Mechanic St., Berlin Heights
This celebration features the 2008 Mother's Day Basket, "A Tribute to American Basketry", workshop tours and demonstrations, a chance to weave your own basket (call for an appointment), basket decorating for kids and refreshments. 888.905.1858
419-499-2839
www.SamuelPattersonBaskets.com
Admission: Free

5/3/2008
Bird Walks
8:30 am
Magee Marsh Wildlife Area, Oak Harbor
Bird walks take place every Saturday through May 24.
419-898-0960
www.friendsofmageemarsh.org
Admission: Free

5/3/2008
Identifying Invasive Plant Species
2 - 3 pm
Old Woman Creek Visitor Center, 2514 Cleveland Rd E., Huron
Zachary Rinkes, Erie County OSU extension agent, will help participants identify invasive plant species and discuss methods to control their spread.
www.oldwomancreek.org

5/3/2008
Full Program, Half Scale Drag/Bear Mtr JD
Summit Racing Equipment Motorsports Park, Norwalk
419-668-5555
www.summitmotorsportspark.com

5/3/2008
Lighthouse Run
8 am
Huron High School Stadium, Huron
Join us for a 13.1 mile or 3.1 mile block party community event.
419-433-8487
www.huron.net
Admission: $20 and $12/pre-registration $25 and $15 at event

5/3/2008
Erie County Appliance & Computer Drop Off
9 am - Noon
Erie County Fairgrounds, south entrance, Sandusky
Accepting large household items such as refrigerators and water heaters, computer equipment including TV's and cell phones and batteries.

5/3/2008
Get Your Nature Shot - A Photography Workshop
9 - 11 am
Osborn Park, Frost Center, Huron
Bring your cameras and questions and learn the best techniques for outdoor photography.
Class will move outside so dress for weather.
419-625-7783
www.eriemetroparks.org

5/3/2008- 5/4/2008
Flea Market
9 am - 4 pm
Seneca County Fairgrounds, 100 Hopewell Ave., Tiffin
888-736-3221
www.tiffinfleamarket.com

5/3/2008
Saturday Night Entertainment
8:30 - 11:30 pm
Hermes Vineyard & Winery, 6413 Hayes Ave., Sandusky
Entertainment by Moon Dogs
www.hermesvineyards.com

5/3/2008
Genius Day
1 - 5 pm
Maple Crest Farms, Castalia
Open farm event filled with seminars on horse-training and care. Free rides for children. This is our 14th year.

5/3/2008
National Multiple Sclerosis Walk
8 am
Erie County Senior Center, Sandusky
419-627-5886 or 419-627-5803
www.ci.sandusky.oh.us

5/3/2008
Fishing Derby
9:30 - 11:30 am
Shoreline Park, Sandusky
Co-hosted with Erie MetroParks, the City of Sandusky Recreation Department hosts this free fishing derby rain or shine. Registration begins at 9 am.
419-627-5886 or 419-627-5803
www.ci.sandusky.oh.us
Admission: Free

5/3/2008- 5/4/2008
Free Fishing Days
Fishing areas all over Ohio,
All Ohio residents fish free on both days.
800-441-1271
www.lake-erie.com

5/3/2008
Fancy Nancy Tea Party
1 - 2:30 pm
Plum Brook Country Club, Sandusky
There will be a fashion show, storytime with Fancy Nancy and lessons on drinking tea and being proper. Bring your cameras. 419-609-6667
Admission: $15.95/children, $6.95/adult. Tickets available until April 24, at Full of the
Dickens or Plum Brook Country Club.

5/4/2008
May Crowning
11 am Mass
Sorrowful Mother Shrine, 4106 St. Rt. 269, Bellevue
Join us for Mass and crowning of Blessed Mother Mary with flowers. Sunday devotions at 2:30 pm. Confessions available. Cafeteria open.
419-483-3435
www.sorrowfulmothershrine.com

5/4/2008
Planetarium Program
2 pm
Sidney Frohman Planetarium, Sandusky High School, enter parking lot from W. Perkins Ave.,
A one-hour long program is presented about the stars and planets.
419-499-4203

5/4/2008
Mother's Day Tea
1 - 3 pm
Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Center - Dillon House, Fremont
Give Mom a present she'll not soon forget by treating her to a leisurely afternoon tea. This 1873 Victorian home provides an elegant backdrop for a formal tea.
419-332-2081 or 800-998-7737
www.rbhayes.org
Admission: $25/Adult, $14/Child Reservations required.

5/5/2008
Look Who's Walking
6:30 pm
Various parks in area, Sandusky
Plan to get healthy in 2008! Join in walking for health every other Monday through August 25 at various locations in the area.
419-625-7783
www.eriemetroparks.org
Admission: Free

5/5/2008
Harlequins Kid Kompany announce Auditions
6 pm
Harlequins Theatre, 414 Wayne St., Sandusky
Casting 25 kids, ages 9 - 16 for the production of "Charlotte's Web. Bring a recent photo if you have one. 419.588.2418
419-621-1311
www.harlequinstheatre.com

5/6/2008
Secret Wildflower Garden at McBride Arboretum
6:30 pm
McBride Arboretum Visitor's Center, BGSU Firelands, Huron
Join Naturalist staff for the latest look at spring.
419-625-7783
www.eriemetroparks.org

5/7/2008
Knit One, Library, Too
6 - 8 pm
Sandusky Library, 114 W. Adams St., Sandusky
Two great things joined together-knitting and the Library. Join us for a fun, relaxing evening of knitting. Just bring your work in progress.
419-625-3834
www.sandusky.lib.oh.us
Admission: Free

5/7/2008
Victorian Tea
1 - 3 pm
Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Center - Dillon House, Fremont
Experience the elegance of a formal Victorian-era tea hosted in the grandeur of an 1873 historic home. Costumed wait staff see to every need, while piano music plays in the background. Featured entertainment is a program on Victorian fashions by JoMarie Sosyznski.
419-332-2081 or 800-998-7737
www.rbhayes.org
Admission: $20/person. Reservations required.

5/7/2008
Millions of Trilliums Wildflower Walk
6:30 pm
Edison Woods Preserve, SR 61 parking lot, Berlin Heights
Join Naturalist staff for the latest look at spring.
419-625-7783
www.eriemetroparks.org

5/7/2008
Bicycle Maintenance and Safety
7 pm
Huron Public Library, 333 Williams St., Huron
Bill Johnson from A&B Hobbies & Cycles will talk about how maintenance and safety go hand-in-hand and what to consider when buying a bike. This program is for adults and students fourth grade and up.
419-433-5009
www.huronlibrary.org
Admission: Free

5/7/2008
Second Thursday Seminar
7 pm
Huron Public Library, 333 Williams St., Huron
Sponsored by the Old Plat Association, the program is "Old Plat Renovation Stories" and will be held in honor of National Historic Preservation Month. 419.433.5009
419-433-5009
www.huronlibrary.org

5/8/2008
Point Pelee Bird Watching Trip
Depart Port Clinton: 7:45 am, arrive back in Port Clinton: 6 pm
Jet Express Dock, Port Clinton
Pt. Pelee is a world class birder's destination. Witness thousands of colorful songbirds such as warblers, vireos, thrushes and flycatchers. Birding experts will be onboard giving a short narrative of what you can expect to see at this Canadian birding hotspot. Passengers will need a valid U.S. Passport or birth certificate along with photo identification for proof of citizenship.
800-441-1271
www.jet-express.com
Admission: $85/person includes transportation on Jet Express, continental breakfast, shuttle and admission to Pt. Pelee National Park and a boxed lunch.

5/8/2008
Amy Grant
7:30 pm
The Ritz Theatre, 30 S. Washington St., Tiffin
From the time Amy Grant picked up a guitar as a teenager and sang for her school friends, to the albums she recorded, Amy's always found a musical way to share her life.
419-448-8544
www.ritztheatre.org
Admission: $90, $75, $55 or $40

5/8/2008
Lunchbreak at Northwoods Wildflower Walk
12 - 1 pm
Meet behind Kinship office at Osborn Park, Sandusky
Join Naturalist staff for the latest look at spring.
419-625-7783
www.eriemetroparks.org

5/8/2008- 6/12/2008
Music Reading Class
5:30 - 6:15 pm or 6:30 - 7:15 pm
Huron Public Library, 333 Williams St., Huron
Class is intended for those without music reading skills. Participants must be at least 12 years old and class must have 8 participants to go forward. Pre-registration is advised. 419.433.6233
419-433-5009
www.huronlibrary.org

5/8/2008- 5/11/2008
"The Senator Wore Pantyhose!"
Playmakers Civic Theatre, 604 W. Sixth St., Port Clinton
800-441-1271
www.playmakers.portclinton.com

5/9/2008
Friday Night Entertainment
8:30 - 11:30 pm
Hermes Vineyard & Winery, 6413 Hayes Ave., Sandusky
Entertainment by Theodore Parker
www.hermesvineyards.com

5/9/2008
"The Nobodies of Comedy"
7:30 pm
The Ritz Theatre, 30 S. Washington St., Tiffin
This is a rescheduled event from March 8, 2008
419-448-8544
www.ritztheatre.org

5/10/2008
Bird Walks
8:30 am
Magee Marsh Wildlife Area, Oak Harbor
Bird walks take place every Saturday through May 24.
419-898-0960
www.friendsofmageemarsh.org
Admission: Free

5/10/2008
March of Dimes Walk for Babies
Registration: 8:30 am Walk: 9:30 am
Shoreline Park, Sandusky
Walk America is now called the March for Babies. This is a planned walking event.
419-433-5560 ext. 2-0648

5/10/2008
International Migratory Bird Day
8 - 10 am & 3 - 5 pm
Old Woman Creek Visitor Center, 2514 Cleveland Rd E., Huron
Walk the trail and spot spring migrants such as warblers, thrushes and vireos. Length: 1.5 miles.
www.oldwomancreek.org

5/10/2008- 5/11/2008
Mother's Day Open House & 150th Anniversary Celebration
10 am - 4 pm
Berlin Fruit Box Company, 51 Mechanic St., Berlin Heights
This celebration features the 2008 Mother's Day Basket, "A Tribute to American Basketry", workshop tours and demonstrations, a chance to weave your own basket (call for an appointment), basket decorating for kids and refreshments. 888.905.1858
419-499-2839 vendors: 419-433-5461
www.SamuelPattersonBaskets.com
Admission: Free

5/10/2008- 5/11/2008
Flea Market
Sat: 9 am - 4 pm, Sun: 9 am - 3 pm
Sandusky County Fairgrounds, Fremont
New vendors welcome.
419-332-4470
www.sanduskycountyfair.com
Admission: Free

5/10/2008
Saturday Night Entertainment
8:30 - 11:30 pm
Hermes Vineyard & Winery, 6413 Hayes Ave., Sandusky
Entertainment by Bob Lawitzke
www.hermesvineyards.com

5/10/2008
International Migratory Bird Day
Magee Marsh Wildlife Area, Oak Harbor
Come out and enjoy the beautiful areas and birds. Perfect for the whole family.
419-898-0960
www.friendsofmageemarsh.org
Admission: Free

5/10/2008
Lakeside Daisy Festival
8 am - 6 pm
James Park, Marblehead
Festival features area attractions like LaFarge Quarry tours, plant sale and shuttle service to sites and, of course, a look at the endangered Lakeside Daisy and the only place in the U.S. where it grows naturally.
419-798-4461
www.lakesidedaisy.com

5/10/2008
Marblehead Lighthouse Tour
10 am - 3 pm
Marblehead Lighthouse State Park, Marblehead
Tour the oldest continuously operating lighthouse on the Great Lakes.
800-441-1271
www.marbleheadpeninsula.com
Admission: Free

5/10/2008
AC Delco "High School Nationals"
Summit Racing Equipment MotorSports Park, Norwalk
419-668-5555
www.summitmotorsportspark.com

5/11/2008
Planetarium Program
2 pm
Sidney Frohman Planetarium, Sandusky High School, enter parking lot from W. Perkins Ave.,
A one-hour long program is presented about the stars and planets.
419-499-4203

5/11/2008
Family Fishing Fun Day
10 am - 2 pm
East Harbor Sate Park, 1169 N. Buck Rd., Marblehead
Bring Mom and a picnic lunch out to the park for Mother's Day and have fun fishing. Bait provided. Adults are permitted to fish after the children's program.
419-734-4424 ext. 2 or 419-732-3677
www.eastharborstatepark.org

5/11/2008
Mother's Day Tea & Talk
1:30 pm program
Mulberry Creek Herb Farm, 3312 Bogart Rd., Huron
Program: "Recipes My Nonna Taught Me" by Francena. RSVP by May 8 at 419.433.6126.
www.mulberrycreek.com

5/11/2008- 5/18/2008
"Love, Loss & Everything in Between"
Kalahari Resort NIA Center, Sandusky
Take a journey with Madame Zoe, an early 1900's French Madame, as she tells her story and gives advice on love, loss and everything in between. Brought to you by Enchanted Cabaret, the ultimate dinner theater experience.
419-433-7200
www.KalahariResorts.com

5/11/2008
Mother's Day Brunch
10 am - 3 pm
Kalahari Resort NIA Center, Sandusky
An abundant All-You-Care-To-Enjoy buffet with over 200 selections to choose from.
Reservations expected.
419-433-7200
www.KalahariResorts.com

5/11/2008
Mother's Day Brunch at the Culinary Vegetable Institute
First seating: 11:30 am second seating: 1 pm
Culinary Vegetable Institute, 12304 Mudbrook Rd., Milan
Join us for a brunch that will be unforgettable to your memory and your palate.
www.CulinaryVegetableInstitute.com
Admission: $65/adult, $24/children under 12, free/children under 3. Call 419.499.7500 for information.

5/11/2008- 5/17/2008
Nest with the Birds
8 am - 4 pm
Kelleys Island, Kelleys Island
Week-long nature program of guided bird walks and afternoon lectures. Bird banding on Long
419-746-2258
www.kelleysislandchamber.com
Admission: $5/daily donation

5/12/2008
Free Stress-Buster Sample Classes
6:30 pm
Osborn Park, Frost Center, Huron
Here is an opportunity to experience different styles of fitness: Yoga. Bring a mat or towel and wear loose clothing.
419-625-7783
www.eriemetroparks.org

5/15/2008- 5/18/2008
"The Senator Wore Pantyhose!"
Playmakers Civic Theatre, 604 W. Sixth St., Port Clinton
800-441-1271
www.playmakers.portclinton.com

5/16/2008
Friday Night Entertainment
8:30 - 11:30 pm
Hermes Vineyard & Winery, 6413 Hayes Ave., Sandusky
Entertainment by Circa 66.
www.hermesvineyards.com

5/16/2008- 5/18/2008
NHRH Blaster "Cavalcade of Stars"
Summit Racing Equipment MotorSports Park, Norwalk
419-668-5555
www.summitmotorsportspark.com

5/17/2008
Red Hat Day at Jamie's
8 am - 4 pm
Jamie's Flea Market, SR 113, Amherst
Contest, entertainment, shopping and lots of fun for all Red Hat ladies.
440-986-4402

5/17/2008
Firelands Audubon 100 Count Day
6 am - dusk
Sheldon Marsh State Nature Preserve parking lot, Huron
Join Audubon members as they search for 100+ bird species in one day. Come for all or part
419-625-7783
Contact chickadee1956@yahoo.com

5/17/2008
Sketch the Seasons
10 am - 12 pm
Old Woman Creek Visitor Center, 2514 Cleveland Rd E., Huron
Join this group for seasonal adventures in sketching the area. Each session focuses on observable plants and wildlife. Bring your own materials; rain or shine.
www.oldwomancreek.org

5/17/2008
Bird Walks
8:30 am
Magee Marsh Wildlife Area, Oak Harbor
Bird walks take place every Saturday through May 24.
419-898-0960
www.friendsofmageemarsh.org
Admission: Free

5/17/2008
Underground Railroad Trolley Tour of Historic Sandusky
11 am
Tours begin at the Maritime Museum, Sandusky
Event features a narrated trolley tour of existing sites in the Sandusky area. Vendors and questions call 419.433.6126
Admission: $5 Reservations required

5/17/2008
Bargains for Baby Sale
9 am - 1 pm
Huron Boat Basin & Amphitheater, corner of Main St. & Cleveland Rd., Huron
Sale of infant and toddler items only, including gently used clothing, strollers, toys, car seats and more. Rain or shine.
419-433-8487
www.huronparks.org

5/17/2008
Wightman Weiber Safety Fair & Kids Fun Fest
12 - 5 pm
Sandusky Bay Pavilion and nearby areas, Sandusky
Area safety agencies will be distributing information while the "Kids Fun Fest" offers an obstacle course, derby, face painting and more.
419-627-5886 or 419-627-5803
www.sanduskymaritime.org
Admission: One canned good or nonperishable food item per person

5/17/2008
Queen Victoria Day and Island Garage Sale
9 am - 6 pm
Various locations, Put-in-Bay
Celebration to kick-off the summer season includes a Poker Run, Scavenger Hunt and island-wide garage sale.
419-285-2832
www.put-in-bay.com
Admission: $15/Poker Run, $15/Scavenger Hunt, $25/both

5/17/2008
Saturday Night Entertainment
8:30 - 11:30 pm
Hermes Vineyard & Winery, 6413 Hayes Ave., Sandusky
Entertainment by Lance & Jill
www.hermesvineyards.com

5/17/2008
International Museum Day
12 - 4 pm
Maritime Museum of Sandusky, Eleutheros Cooke House, Merry-Go-Round Museum, Follett
House Museum and other area museums, Sandusky
Celebrate this international day by visiting a local museum free of charge.
419-624-0274
www.sanduskymaritime.org

5/17/2008- 5/18/2008
May Days and Big Splash Raffle Kick-Off
9 am - 5 pm
Sandusky Maritime Museum and Meigs Street Pier at Battery Park, Sandusky
Activities for this event include a nautical flea market, model boat building for kids, boat rides, Underground Railroad trolley tours, Capt'n Willie's Silly Pirate Show and the Blessing of the Fleet. The Big Splash raffle begins and several prizes will be on display.
419-624-0274
www.sanduskymaritime.org
Admission: Free

5/17/2008- 5/18/2008
Moving Company Dance Recital
An all day event
Sandusky State Theatre, Sandusky
419-626-1950
www.sanduskystate.com

5/17/2008- 5/18/2008
Flea Market
9 am - 4 pm
Seneca County Fairgrounds, 100 Hopewell Ave., Tiffin
The Tiffin Flea Market sponsored by the Seneca County Jr. Fair Foundation is in its 31st year of operation. Find sports and other collectible cards and memorabilia, sporting equipment, model car, NASCAR, Hot Wheels, die-cast, collectibles, farm toys - new and old, coins, electronics, apparel, racing/antique/racing kits, trains, comic books, china, glass and many more other collectibles. There are 8 weekend flea market shows scheduled from May thru October.
888-736-3221
www.tiffinfleamarket.com

5/18/2008
Castalia Quarry Open House - 40th Anniversary
1 - 4 pm
Castalia Quarry, RT 101, Castalia
Discover fossils and glacial grooves during the Director's hike on the Quarry Rim Trail and learn more about the area.
419-625-7783
www.eriemetroparks.org

5/18/2008
Planetarium Program
2 pm
Sidney Frohman Planetarium, Sandusky High School, enter parking lot from W. Perkins Ave.,
A one-hour long program is presented about the stars and planets.
419-499-4203

5/18/2008
"Blow the Whistle on Asthma" Walk
12 pm registration, Walk begins at 1 pm
Kalahari Resort, Sandusky
Walk to raise money for the American Lung Association and the Fight against Asthma.
www.AsthmaWalk.org
Admission: Donation

5/18/2008
Rural Life Sunday
11 am Mass
Sorrowful Mother Shrine, 4106 St. Rt. 269, Bellevue
Join the farming and rural life communities for the Blessing of seeds, grounds, crosses to put in farmers' fields for a productive and plentiful year. Confessions available and Sunday devotions at 2:30 pm. Cafeteria open.
419-483-3435
www.sorrowfulmothershrine.com

5/18/2008
Victorian Mother's Day Tea
1 - 3:30 pm
Historic Lyme Village, 5001 SR 4, Bellevue
The Victorian Guild invites you to welcome springtime at the Wright Museum. Bring your favorite cup and saucer to use. 419.862.3828
419-483-4949
www.lymevillage.com
Admission: $20/adult, $8/children. Prepaid reservations required

5/18/2008
What's Blooming Now?
2 - 4 pm
Old Woman Creek Visitor Center, 2514 Cleveland Rd E., Huron
Learn to identify early common wildflowers of the woods and listen to flower folklore. Bring along a copy of Newcomb's Guide to Wildflowers to help. Ages 12 +. Dress for the weather.
www.oldwomancreek.org

5/19/2008
Look Who's Walking
6:30 pm
Various parks in area, Sandusky
Plan to get healthy in 2008! Join in walking for health every other Monday through August 25 at various locations in the area.
419-625-7783
www.eriemetroparks.org

5/19/2008
Pasta Cooking Class
6:30 - 9:30 pm
Culinary Vegetable Institute, 12304 Mudbrook Rd., Milan
Cook with Executive Chef Johannes Klapdohr in this series of classes featuring our beautiful
www.CulinaryVegetableInstitute.com

5/20/2008
Rain Gardens - Stream and Lake Friendly Landscaping
6 - 8 pm
Old Woman Creek Visitor Center, 2514 Cleveland Rd East, Huron
Areas landscaped with perennial native plants that don't mind getting "wet feet" are rain gardens. Learn about these gardens and how to select a site and construct one.
www.oldwomancreek.org

5/21/2008
Healthy Ohioans Fitness Walk
12 Noon
Various parks in area, Sandusky
419-625-7783
www.eriemetroparks.org

5/21/2008
Tea Luncheon
12 Noon
Captain Montague's B & B, 229 Center St., Huron
Program to be announced.
419-433-4756 or 800-276-4756
www.captainmontagues.com
Admission: $20

5/21/2008
Knit One, Library, Too
6 - 8 pm
Sandusky Library, 114 W. Adams St., Sandusky
Two great things joined together-knitting and the Library. Join us for a fun, relaxing evening of knitting. Just bring your work in progress.
419-625-3834
www.sandusky.lib.oh.us
Admission: Free

5/21/2008
Brown Bag Lunch Series: Strangers in Our Bay
12 - 1 pm
Sandusky Library, 114 W. Adams St., Sandusky
Neil Allen, Director of the Maritime Museum of Sandusky, will talk about the many ships who temporarily called Sandusky Bay home. Registration requested. Call 419.624.0274
419-625-3834
www.sandusky.lib.oh.us

5/22/2008- 5/26/2008
Walleye Festival
5 - 11 pm Thurs, 11 am -11 pm Fri - Sun, 11 am - 5 pm Sun.
Water Works Park, Port Clinton
The 28th Annual Main Street Port Clinton Walleye Festival gets underway with an array of free live concerts, kids fishing derby, parade, educational programs and activities.
800-441-1271
www.portclintonchamber.com

5/22/2008
Bluebird Trail Hike
6:30 - 8 pm
Osborn Park, Frost Center, Huron
Hike the meadows checking out the inhabitants of the bluebird boxes.
419-625-7783
www.eriemetroparks.org

5/22/2008
Explore the Estuary by Canoe
6 - 8 pm
Old Woman Creek Visitor Center, 2514 Cleveland Rd E., Huron
An excellent opportunity for up-close viewing of wetland birds and plants. Staff-guided. Pre-registration required- a limited number of canoes and personal flotation devices are available. Call for age requirements. 419.433.4601
www.oldwomancreek.org

5/22/2008
Thursday Night Theater
6 - 8 pm
Huron Public Library,333 Williams St., Huron
This month's movie features treasure hunter Benjamin Franklin Gates is hoping to discover the truth behind the assassination of Abraham Lincoln. The movie is rated PG and runs 101 minutes. Children age 7 or younger must be accompanied by a caregiver of at least 12 years
419-433-5009
www.huronlibrary.org

5/23/2008 - 5/24/2008
Memorial Day Weekend
East Harbor Sate Park, 1169 N. Buck Rd., Marblehead
Family activities and a family dance kick off the camping season. Dance is Saturday night at
419-734-4424 ext. 2 or 419-732-3677
www.eastharborstatepark.org

5/23/2008
Friday Night Entertainment
8:30 - 11:30 pm
Hermes Vineyard & Winery, 6413 Hayes Ave., Sandusky
Entertainment by Mike Papazian- Open Mike Night
www.hermesvineyards.com

5/24/2008
Full Program, Half Scale Drag/Bear Mtr JD, Koffel's Comp
Summit Racing Equipment Motorsports Park, Norwalk
419-668-5555
www.summitmotorsportspark.com

5/24/2008
Saturday Night Entertainment
8:30 - 11:30 pm
Hermes Vineyard & Winery, 6413 Hayes Ave., Sandusky
Entertainment by Tony & Noah
www.hermesvineyards.com

5/24/2008- 5/25/2008
Native American Heritage Days
10 - 5 pm
Historic Lyme Village, 5001 SR 4, Bellevue
419-483-4949
www.lymevillage.com
Admission: Village: Adults $5, children $3. Mansion is additional: Adults $2, children 12 yrs and under are free when accompanied by an adult.

5/24/2008
Bird Walks
8:30 am
Magee Marsh Wildlife Area, Oak Harbor
Bird walks take place every Saturday through May 24.
419-898-0960
www.friendsofmageemarsh.org
Admission: Free

5/24/2008
Bird Banding at Edison Woods
7:30 - 9 am
Edison Woods Preserve, SR 61 parking lot, Berlin Heights
Join Naturalist staff for the latest look at spring.
419-625-7783
www.eriemetroparks.org

5/24/2008
American Red Cross Babysitting Class
9:30 am - 4 pm
Huron Public Library, 333 Williams St., Huron
Participants must be 11 years or older. The class size is limited to 12 participants. Bring a sack lunch, drink and snack, a life-sized doll, receiving blanket and diaper if available.
419-433-5009
www.huronlibrary.org
Admission: $30 Make check payable to American Red Cross.

5/24/2008- 5/25/2008
Kids Artistic Revue Dance Recital
An all day event
Sandusky State Theatre, 107 Columbus Ave., Sandusky
419-626-1950
www.sanduskystate.com

5/25/2008
Body & Blood of Christ
11 am Mass
Sorrowful Mother Shrine, 4106 St. Rt. 269, Bellevue
Celebrate the feast of the Body and Blood of Christ with the missionaries of the Precious Blood. Plans for a Corpus Christi Procession on the grounds are being made.11 am Mass and
Sunday devotions at 2:30 pm. Confessions available. Cafeteria open.
419-483-3435
www.sorrowfulmothershrine.com

5/25/2008
Memorial Day Ceremonies
2 pm
First Presbyterian Church, Veterans Park, Sandusky
419-627-5886 or 419-627-5803
www.ci.sandusky.oh.us

5/25/2008
Diamond Star Shootout
Summit Racing Equipment Motorsports Park, Norwalk
419-668-5555
www.summitmotorsportspark.com

5/25/2008
Planetarium Program
2 pm
Sidney Frohman Planetarium, Sandusky High School, enter parking lot from W. Perkins Ave.,
A one-hour long program is presented about the stars and planets.
419-499-4203

5/26/2008
Memorial Day Ceremony and Parade
9 am
Ohio Veterans Home to Oakland Cemetery, Sandusky
419-627-5886 or 419-627-5803
www.ci.sandusky.oh.us

5/26/2008 - 5/27/2008
Herb Fair
10 am - 4 pm
Mill Hollow & Vermilion River Reservation, 51211 North Ridge Rd., Vermilion
This is a celebration of herbs. Local vendors sell herbs and herb products. Also hikes, music, crafts and a tour of a tropical local greenhouse.
Admission: Free

5/26/2008
Memorial Day Celebration
11 am
Perry's Victory & International Peace Monument, Put-in-Bay
419-285-2832
www.put-in-bay.com

5/27/2008 - 5/30/2008
Marblehead Lighthouse Tour
1 - 4:45 pm
Marblehead Lighthouse State Park, Marblehead
Lighthouse is open daily Monday through Friday; on-site museum is also open during tours.
800-441-1271
www.marbleheadpeninsula.com
Admission: Free

5/30/2008
Friday Night Entertainment
8:30 - 11:30 pm
Hermes Vineyard & Winery, 6413 Hayes Ave., Sandusky
Entertainment by Paul Franks
www.hermesvineyards.com

5/31/2008
Full Program, Half Scale Drag/Bear Mtr JD
Summit Racing Equipment Motorsports Park, Norwalk
419-668-5555
www.summitmotorsportspark.com

5/31/2008- 6/1/2008
Discover Sailing Weekend
10 am - 4 pm
Harbor North Marina, 400 Huron St, Huron
One hour introductory sail rides are offered on a first-come basis by members of Harbor North
Marina. This is a great opportunity to begin summer.
Admission: Free; donations accepted.

5/31/2008
Saturday Night Entertainment
8:30 - 11:30 pm
Hermes Vineyard & Winery, 6413 Hayes Ave., Sandusky
Entertainment by Paul Franks
www.hermesvineyards.com

5/31/2008- 06/01/2008
NASA Glenn Research Center Public Open House
11 am - 7 pm
NASA Glenn Research Center, Plum Brook Station, Sandusky
Attend this open house event that offers a fun and exciting war to engage, educate and inspire the public about NASA's 50 years of scientific and technological excellence while promising a new era of discovery. Tour the Space Power Facility where research has been done involving the space station and Mars rovers and where tests will be done on NASA's new rockets that will travel to the moon and beyond. Talk to and ask questions of the engineers, scientists and technical personnel who work in the facility to learn about the exciting work being done right here in Ohio. See NASA aircraft used for flight research and take part in hands-on, educational activities for children. Food and beverages will be available for purchase along with space-themed souvenirs and NASA merchandise.
216-433-2037 or Sally.V.Harrington@nasa.gov
http://nasa50th.grc.nasa.gov
Admission: Free