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February 26 - March 4

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<font face="Verdana, Helvetica" color="#ff0000" size="2">Monday, February 26</font>

Free Tax Service ~ (Toledo) Do you want free tax service? Would you like help filing your taxes this year? Get free income tax assistance at any of the following locations: Frederick Douglas Community Center, 1001 Indiana Avenue, Aurora Gonzalez Community & Family Resource Center, 1949 Broadway Avenue, Adelante, Inc, 520 Broadway Avenue, Margaret L. Hunt Senior Center, 2121 Garden Lake Parkway, Toledo Urban Federal Credit Union, 1339 Dorr Street, Onyx Incorporated, 525 Hamilton Street, Job and Family Services, 3210 Monroe Street. To schedule an appointment or for more information, please call United Way at 2-1-1.

By Presidential Design: History of the Hayes Home ~ (Fremont) 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Hayes Presidential Center, Spiegel Grove, corner of Hayes and Buckland. With the exception of Thomas Jefferson, no U.S. President was more intimately involved in the design, construction and decoration of his home than Rutherford B. Hayes. This exclusive Hayes Presidential Center exhibit details the evolution of the Hayes Home from its modest beginning as a 16-room house to its eventual state as a 31-room presidential mansion. Exhibit admission is included in the Hayes Museum ticket price of $6/Adult, $5/senior citizen age 60+, $2/children ages 6-12. For further information, contact: 419.332.2081 or 1.800.998.7737 www.rbhayes.org

Maumee Branch Library Historical Lecture Series ~ (Maumee) 10:00 a.m., Maumee Branch Library Auditorium, 501 River Road. The Maumee Branch Library, in conjuction with the Wolcott House Museum Guild, continue their popular lecture series. Topic: "Mrs. Bickerdyke and the U.S. Sanitary Commission" Karen Thyer and Don Allen. Free and open to the public. Info: 419.259.5312.

AFSCME 1184 Sub-Chapter 109 Regular Meeting ~ (Toledo) 10:00 a.m., AFSCME Headquarters, 420 S. Reynolds Road. Call Karen @ 419.475.8380 or Fred @ 419.726.2599

Frozentoesen ~ (Toledo) 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., The Toledo Zoo, 2700 Broadway. Dig the Cool at The Toledo Zoo with half-price admission throughout February! New this year, the A-Mazing Sea interactive maze exhibit. Discover the sights and sounds of this undersea adventure and learn how you can keep the ocean amazing! Back by popular demand, Cabin Fever Feeds and ice carving demonstrations. These activities are FREE with paid admission! Admission prices: $5 Adults, Children (ages 2-11) $3.50, Seniors (60+) $3.50. Toledo Zoo Members Free. Info: 419.385.4040

Faces Exhibition ~ (Perrysburg) 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Owens Community College, Walter E. Terhune Gallery, 30335 Oregon Road. A smile, a diverted glance, a direct gaze, humanity is fascinated by human representation. Whether we are looking at a contemporary renaissance style painting by Leslie Adams or the expressive photojournalist images created by Spencer Cummingham our imagination is fired by images of ourselves. This exhibit explores the human visage through the artist's eye. Info: 567.661.2721 Closed for spring break March 12-17

Toledo Hearing & Speech Center's Celebrity Wait Night ~ (Sylvania) 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m., Ciao, 6064 Monroe Street Start your week off right...plan to attend Toledo Hearing & Speech Center's 4th annual Celebrity Wait Night! Local celebrities will be on hand to wait on you. All tip proceeds from the event will support the Center's speech, hearing and occupational therapy programs. Come enjoy some great food, take part in our silent auction, and learn about the Center and our mission to the community. Info: 419.241.6219

The Ritz Players: "Don't Hug Me" AUDITIONS ~ (Tiffin) 6:30 p.m., The National Theatre at The Ritz, 30 S. Washington Street. Scripts will be available at the Tiffin-Seneca Pblic Library ofr overniht perusal. Contact Director, Dianne Pytel at 419.448.0707 for any further information. "Don't Hug Me" ~ It's "Fargo" meets "The Music Man" (without the blood or the trombones), Don't Hug Me takes place in Bunyan Bay, Minnesota. It's the coldest day of the year and cantankerous bar owner, Gunner Johnson, wants to sell the business and move to Florida. Clara, his wife and former Winter Carnival Bunyan Queen, wants to stay. Bernice Lundstrom, the pretty waitress, wants to purseue a singing career. Her fiance, Kanute Gunderson, wants her to stay home. It's a battle of will, and when a fast-talking salesman, Aarvid Gisselsen, promises to bring romance into their lives through the "magic" of karaoke, all heck breaks loose! Featuring the songs, I'm a Walleye Woman in a Crappie Town," "My Smorgasbord of Love," and "I Wanna Go to the Mall of America." A hokey jokey karaoke crowd pleaser!" Show Dates: April 27-28 & May 5-6

Kevin Powell Lecture: Hip Hop Declaration ~ (Toledo) 7:00 p.m., University of Toledo Student Union. The free, public program is sponsored by the Black Student Union, the Office of the Dean of Students, Campus Activities.During Kevin's presentation titled "Hip-Hop Declaration," Powell will discuss the effect of hip-hop on today's society. According to Brandon Tucker, UT president of the Black Student Union, Powell was chosen to speak at UT based on his contributions to society and his notable works. "He truly has the level of awareness and education to empower and impact the UT community, students as well as faculty and staff," Tucker said. Aside from being a political activist and a writer, Powell is also a poet, journalist, essayist, editor, cultural curator, hip-hop historian, songwriter, music producer, public speaker, political consultant, fund-raiser and businessman.Programming, the Student Union, Student Activities and Leadership, and the Black History Month Committee. Info: 419.779.6645 or the UT Office of Multicultural Student Services @ 419.530.2261.

Psychic Mondays ~ (Toledo) 7:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m., Brewed Awakenings, 2636 W. Central Avenue (near Douglas). .Psychic & Tarot Card Readings every Monday by Melanie of Soul Intentions. If you've always been curious about Psychic & Tarot Card Readings, stop in and talk with Melanie. Cost: $1.per minute, 5 minute minimum. Info: 419.474.5939

<font face="Verdana, Helvetica" color="#ff0000" size="2">Tuesday, February 27</font>

By Presidential Design: History of the Hayes Home ~ (Fremont) 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Hayes Presidential Center, Spiegel Grove, corner of Hayes and Buckland. With the exception of Thomas Jefferson, no U.S. President was more intimately involved in the design, construction and decoration of his home than Rutherford B. Hayes. This exclusive Hayes Presidential Center exhibit details the evolution of the Hayes Home from its modest beginning as a 16-room house to its eventual state as a 31-room presidential mansion. Exhibit admission is included in the Hayes Museum ticket price of $6/Adult, $5/senior citizen age 60+, $2/children ages 6-12. For further information, contact: 419.332.2081 or 1.800.998.7737 www.rbhayes.org

Symphonic Poem Memory Map ~ (Toledo) 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., Family Center, Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe Street. Enjoy family-fun hands on activities. Info: 419.255.8000

Jacob Lawrence Prints, 1963-2000: A Comprehensive Survey ~ (Toledo) 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe Street. Coming of age in 1930's Harlem, artist Jacob Lawrence (1917-2000) was inspired by the community's interest in the stories of its heritage to become a visual storyteller. The prints in this exhibition reflect his experiences and his interest in notable figures from African and African-American history, including two narrative series on Toussaint L'Ouverture (c. 1744-1803) and John Brown (c. 1800-1859). Info: 419.255.8000

Children of Children: Portraits and Stories of Teenage Parents ~ (Toledo) 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe Street. Explore the stark reality of teenage pregnancy through photographer Michael Nye's portraits. For each face and name, there is a story, a personal narrative about the fears, tribulations, and hopes that teenage parents face. Children of Children objectively depicts this social issue without condemning, condoning, or romanticizing the situations of young parents in our society. The Children of Children exhibition and related programming are co-organized by TMA and the Partners for Successful Youth, the teen pregnancy prevention collaborative for Lucas County and the Lucas County Family Council. Info: 419.255.8000

The Ritz Players: "Don't Hug Me" AUDITIONS ~ (Tiffin) 6:30 p.m., The National Theatre at The Ritz, 30 S. Washington Street. Scripts will be available at the Tiffin-Seneca Pblic Library ofr overniht perusal. Contact Director, Dianne Pytel at 419.448.0707 for any further information. "Don't Hug Me", It's "Fargo" meets "The Music Man" (without the blood or the trombones), Don't Hug Me takes place in Bunyan Bay, Minnesota. It's the coldest day of the year and cantankerous bar owner, Gunner Johnson, wants to sell the business and move to Florida. Clara, his wife and former Winter Carnival Bunyan Queen, wants to stay. Bernice Lundstrom, the pretty waitress, wants to purseue a singing career. Her fiance, Kanute Gunderson, wants her to stay home. It's a battle of will, and when a fast-talking salesman, Aarvid Gisselsen, promises to bring romance into their lives through the "magic" of karaoke, all heck breaks loose! Featuring the songs, I'm a Walleye Woman in a Crappie Town," "My Smorgasbord of Love," and "I Wanna Go to the Mall of America." A hokey jokey karaoke crowd pleaser!" Show Dates: April 27-28 & May 5-6

LWVPA, Way Presents: Dr. Karen Johnson-Webb on Immigration ~ (Perrysbrg) 7:00 p.m., Way Public Library, 101 E. Indian Avenue. Topical Tuesdays, Way Library's series on controversial, timely news topics, will take on Immigration on Tuesday. Dr. Karen Johnson-Webb, Bowling Green State University associate professor who holds a joint appointment at the Center for Regional Development and the Department of Geography, will draw upon her expertise in Latino labor migration to speak about the social and economic effects of immigration in Ohio. Info: 419.874.3135

BGSU Concert: Come Blow Your Horn ~ (Toledo) 7:30 p.m., Wildwood Preserve Metropark, Manor House, 5100 W. Central Avenue. This eeing the Horn Club will perform. Info: 419.407.9700

UT Symphony Orchestra Presents: Dark Winter Reveries ~ (Toledo) 8:00 p.m., University Hall's Doermann Theatre. The University of Toledo Symphony Orchestra, under the direction of Rico McNeela, presents three tone poems for orchestra: Redemption of a Fallen Angel (David Gillingham), The Apocalypse op. 66 (Anatol Liadov), and Death and Transfiguration (Richard Strauss), exploring themes of death, triumph, and transfiguration. Admission is free. Info: 419.530.2448 www.music.utoledo.edu.

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Remember the Ladies ~ (Toledo) 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m., Wildwood Preserve Metropark, Manor House, 5100 W. Central Avenue. Looking for an interesting way to teach your class history? Join the Wildwood Manor House and the American Association of University Women (AAUW) as we present Remember the Ladies!! Your class will have the opportunity to meet three famous women in history. Last year's Ladies included such luminaries as Elizabeth Blackwell, the first woman doctor; Eleanor Roosevelt, former First Lady, humanitarian, and delegate to the United Nations; Beatrix Potter, author and creator of Peter Rabbit; Sacagawea, the Native American guide for the Lewis and Clark expedition, and many more. This year's group promises to be just as exciting. Register now and entice your class to learn and relive history in a very creative way. Join us as we "Remember the Ladies" and their contributions to American History. Cost: Free Register on line. Info: 419.407.9784.

Faces Exhibition ~ (Perrysburg) 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Owens Community College, Walter E. Terhune Gallery, 30335 Oregon Road. A smile, a diverted glance, a direct gaze, humanity is fascinated by human representation. Whether we are looking at a contemporary renaissance style painting by Leslie Adams or the expressive photojournalist images created by Spencer Cummingham our imagination is fired by images of ourselves. This exhibit explores the human visage through the artist's eye. Info: 567.661.2721 Closed: March 12-17

Toledo Storm Hockey: Wheeling vs. Toledo Storm ~ (Toledo) 10:35 a.m., Toledo Sports Arena, One Main Street. Info: 419.691.0200

4th Annual Crosby Award Call for Nominations DEADLINE ~ (Toledo) Toledo Botanical Garden is accepting nominations NOW. The award will be presented at the Annual Crosby Award Luncheon on May 17th. Nomination forms are available at www.toledogarden.org

The James C. Caldwell Community Center Positive Relationships: A Group for Women ~ (Toledo) 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m., James Caldwell Community Center, 3201 Stickney Avenue. Join us for this free weekly meeting. It is open to all women in the community interested in connecting with other women while discussing and practicing positive relationship skills and self-care tools. The group will focus on issues including effective communication, conflict resolution, healthy relationships, parenting issues, stress management and self-care. Wednesdays - Thru May 9th. For more information or to sign-up call 419.729.4664

Lourdes College Black History Month Celebration ~ (Sylvania) 5:30 - 7:30 p.m., Franciscan Theatre & Conference Center 6832 Convent Blvd. Guest Speaker: Johnny Mickler of the Greater Toledo Urban League. Distinguished guests include Tanasio Loudermill, Juanita Greene, and Sylvania Mayor Craig Stough. Music performers include Jean Holden and Lisa Holden, the Lourdes College Choirs, and the David Carter Symphonic Choir. The event is free and open to the public. Info: 419.824.3825

Toledo Regional Chamber of Commerce: Charting Your Course ~ (Bowling Green) 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m., Wood County Library, 251 N. Main Street. This free seminar is designed to answer your questions about getting your small business started. This seminar will take the confusion out of your start-up efforts and help you to avoid costly mistakes or unnecessary steps. Reservations: 419.243.8191

Ms. Rose's Dinner Theater Presents: "Escanaba in da Moonlight" ~ (Perrysburg) 6:00 p.m., Ms. Rose's Dinner Theater, 25740 N. St. Rt. 25. This comedy is about five Yoopers and their escapades at a ramshackle deer camp on the eve of the Opening Day of the 1989 hunting season...what a hoot!! Cost: $43; Group Discounts Available to parties of 20 Info: 419.874.8505

Kid Venture! ~ (Perrysburg) 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., Oak Bend Church, 11275 Eckel Junction Road. Beat the winter blah and bring your friends to Kid Venture! For children Kindergarten - 6th grade. You'll enjoy a Bible lesson related to everday life, singing, crafts, games, and snack! Cost: Free Info: 419.874.0219

Any Wednesday ~ (Toledo) 7:00 p.m.- 11:00 p.m., Mansion View Inn, 2035 Collingwood Blvd. The "Any Wednesday" acoustic jam was a Toledo tradition for 35 years and it has been revived as a fundraiser for the Historic Mansion View.On the 1st Wednesday ONLY of every month, the Mansion View will be alive with the sound of music as many of NW Ohio's finest musicians and music fans will gather to play and sing or just listen to blues, jazz, bluegrass, folk, rock and more. Complimentary coffee and soft drinks will be available. A $5.donation is requested that will benefit the preservation and operation of the non-profit historic Mansion View. Info: 419.704.2267

Richly Dressed, Handsome in Appearance ~ (Bowling Green) 7:00 p.m., Wood County Historical Center & Museum, 13660 County House Road. Guests will see for themselves the beautiful and different styles of dress of the Native Americans of the Maumee Valley during the 1790s. Enjoy the visuals of the richly dressed men and the plain styles of women and children. A historical interpreter engages guests with vast amounts of sources that document why Natives Americans dressed the way they did, how they made their clothing, and what different accessories they used. Experience how style affected native lives through trade and interaction with Europeans and Americans. Program lead by Janet Rozick, Historic Programs Specialist for the Toledo Metroparks in the "Indians of Northwest Ohio" exhibit that houses the John and Diane Baer collection. (Lecture is on the second floor of the Museum and is not handicap accessible). Cost: $2 suggested donation for non-members. Info: 419.352.0967

UT Rockets Women's Basketball vs. Western Michigan ~ (Toledo) 7:00 p.m., Savage Hall, University of Toledo, 2801 W. Bancroft Street. Info: 419.530.4653

The Misanthrope ~ (Toledo) 7:30 p.m., University of Toledo Center Theatre, 2801 W. Bancroft Street. Moliere's richly sophisticated comic drama skewers hypocrisy and cynicism, remaining as timely as ever. Info: 419.530.2375

Dance Your Pants Off Wednesdays ~ (Sylvania) 8:30 p.m. - 2:00 a.m., Bier Stube, 5333 Monroe Street. THE BIER STUBE is the place to be for the hottest dance party. Learn the sexy salsa, sizzling cha cha and merengue. Dance your pants off every Wednesday night at the Bier Stube with Matt Miller and Paulette from The Dance Clinic. FREE Latin Dance Instruction starting at 8:30 p.m. Info: 419.841.7999

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Sculpture In the Village ~ (Gibsonburg) All day. Williams Park; SR 300 just north of SR 600. Visit the Village of Gibsonburg and take a walk among 33 sculptures situated along a meandering lake-side path. The sculptures will be on exhibit for an entire year. 28 of the most prominent sculptors from Michigan, Ohio and Pennsylvania will have their works on display at Williams Park until May 31, 2007. The exhibit includes the work of both emerging and well established artists. Marian Anderson from South Haven, Michigan, is considered the Grand Dame of Michigan sculptors. Marian is 84 years old. Marie Brown is a senior at Bowling Green State University and from Napoleon, Ohio. Marie brings energy, creativity and technical mastery to her sculptures "Iron Pride" and "Hasnaa". Between the extremes of age and perspective are some of mid-American's finest sculptors. Take advantage of this unique opportunity to see their works on display in Northwest Ohio's largest outdoor sculpture show. The exhibit is co-sponsored by the Gibsonburg Community Corporation and the Toledo Area Sculpture Guild. Admission is FREE but the experience is PRICELESS! For more information contact: Jim Havens/ Curator 419.849.3048, Lexi Staples/ Associate Curator 419.367.2971. www.sanduskycounty.org

Nature Shoot: Woodpeckers ~ (Berkey) 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., Secor Metropark, Secor Room,, 10001 W. Central Avenue. Learn to photograph from a wildlife blind set on an area frequented by woodpeckers. Two-hour sessions are led by Photo Center Director Art Weber and naturalist/photography Bob Jacksy. Participants should have a 200mm lens or large. Cost: $15 Register now! @ 419.407.9700

Symphonic Poem Memory Map ~ (Toledo) 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., Family Center, Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe Street. Enjoy family-fun hands on activities. Info: 419.255.8000

Mayores Kinship Club ~ (Toledo) 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Mayores Senior Center, Two Aurora Gonzalez Drive. Educational/enrichment meeting for grandparents and other relatives raising children in their extended families. Program topic: "All about mentoringit gives your child a positive experience and you a "break." Free meal and program for families. Info: Judy Paschalis @ 419.725.7038

Ms. Rose's Dinner Theater Presents: "Escanaba in da Moonlight" ~ (Perrysburg) 12:00 p.m., Ms. Rose's Dinner Theater, 25740 N. St. Rt. 25. This comedy is about five Yoopers and their escapades at a ramshackle deer camp on the eve of the Opening Day of the 1989 hunting season...what a hoot!! Cost: $43; Group Discounts Available to parties of 20 Info: 419.874.8505

Calling All Boy Scouts: Mammal Study ~ 4:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m., Side Cut Metropark, Lamb Center. Boy Scouts will complete requirements to learn about mammal adaptations while working on merit badge requirements. Dress for outdoor walking. A drop off program. Cost: Free Register now @ 419.407.9700

Educator Workshop: Symphonic Poem & RagGonNons ~ (Toledo) 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m., Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe Street. Info: 419.255.8000

Dierks Bentley with Keith Anderson in Concert ~ (Toledo) Doors 6:30 p.m., Show 7:30 p.m., SeaGate Convention Centre, 401 Jefferson Avenue. Tickets $29.75 - $34.75 Info: 419.255.3300

Elizabeth Wayne Preschool Open House ~ (Maumee) 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m., Elizabeth Wayne Preschool in St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 310 Elizabeth Street (corner of Elizabeth and Dudley Streets) Elizabeth Wayne Preschool will be celebrating its 60th Anniversary. Elizabeth Wayne is the longest running preschool in the Toledo area. In honor of its existence, the doors will be open for a public open house. Elizabeth Wayne Preschool provides a caring Christian environment that encourages the worth of each child and the joy of learning and sharing together. We provide an enjoyable learning environment through music, art, dramatic play, science, both indoor and outdoor games. We also have brand new playground which is used when weather is permitted. Our program is open to any potty-trained child between the ages of 3-5 years old. Currently we have two 3 year old morning classrooms, two 4-5 year old morning Kindergarten Readiness classrooms, and one 4-5 year old afternoon Kindergarten Readiness classroom. The program is Monday through Thursday for all classrooms. The morning program runs from 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m., and our afternoon program runs from 12:15 p.m. - 2:45 p.m. Elizabeth Wayne's curriculum is based on fun sensory projects and activities that go along with weekly themes. We also have a weekly Bible story, letter, and number and more. We take several field trips in both Fall and Spring semesters. Field trips are intended as an extension of learning for the child and also a way for the parents to be involved in their child's learning process. A spirit of friendly cooperation is our goal. Parents and families are very important to our program. We have an open door policy. Parents are welcome to observe our classrooms at any time.Elizabeth Wayne has been and is a non-refundable $45 registration fee. Tuition is $94 for the school year, paid $105 a month, September through May. If two siblings are enrolled in the program at the same time, there is a 20% discount on a second tuition.

It's Friday! Club Friday Music ~ (Toledo) 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m., Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe Street. Featuring: Extra Stout (Irish). Info: 419.255.8000

Dierks Bentley with Keith Anderson ~ (Toledo) Doors 6:30 p.m., Show 7:30 p.m., SeaGate Convention Centre, 401 Jefferson Avenue. Cost: $34.75 - $29.75 Info: 419.255.3300

Toledo School for the Arts: X-hibit Orange ~ (Maumee) 7:00 p.m., Maumee Indoor Theatre, 601 Conant Street. Hajera, Dance with Art Exhibition. Tickets: $5 Adult, $3 Student/Senior. Info: 419.246.8732 x6 www.ts4arts.org

UT Rockets Men's Basketball vs. Ball State ~ (Toledo) 7:00 p.m., Savage Hall, University of Toledo, 2801 W. Bancroft Street. Info: 419.530.4653

The Misanthrope ~ (Toledo) 7:30 p.m., University of Toledo Center Theatre, 2801 W. Bancroft Street. Moliere's richly sophisticated comic drama skewers hypocrisy and cynicism, remaining as timely as ever. Info: 419.530.2375

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First Friday ~ (Toledo) 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m., Toledo School for the Arts, 333 14th Street. You are invited to attend a celebration of works-in-progress by students of the Toledo School for the Arts held the First Friday of every month. The reception begins at 9:00 am with visual arts and academic displays followed by a special half-hour performance at 9:30 featuring works from the music, dance and theatre studios. Info: 419.246.8732 x226

Faces Exhibition ~ (Perrysburg) 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Owens Community College, Walter E. Terhune Gallery, 30335 Oregon Road. A smile, a diverted glance, a direct gaze, humanity is fascinated by human representation. Whether we are looking at a contemporary renaissance style painting by Leslie Adams or the expressive photojournalist images created by Spencer Cummingham our imagination is fired by images of ourselves. This exhibit explores the human visage through the artist's eye. Info: 567.661.2721 Closed: March 12-17

Sandusky County Builder's Association's Annual Home Show ~ (Fremont) 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m., Fremont Recreation Complex, 600 St. Joseph Street. We have over 100 booths filled with exhibitors. If your are looking for a new home, there will be real estate representatives and lending institutions available to answer all your questions. If you want to design and build a new home, there will be contractors and representatives from every aspect of building available to help you, or if you just want to remodel or upgrade your existing home, they can show you all the latest and greatest developments in the home improvement industry. Unlike other area home shows, we have free parking and free admission. There will be door prizes throughout the show with prizes such as gift certificates redeemable for products from the Home Show exhibitors. Info: 419.332.3844

20 North Gallery Presents: Spanish Seduction ~ (Toledo) Opening Reception tonight with Featured Artist Steven Conine. 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m This exhibit is a new series of paintings by Steven Conine. This exhibit features large-scale paintings created while living in Spain in 2005/2006. This is Conine's second exhibition at 20 North after the successful 2003 European Sojourn. Info: 419.241.2400 Exhibit will be featured: March 2-30

Ms. Rose's Dinner Theater Presents: "Escanaba in da Moonlight" ~ (Perrysburg) 6:00 p.m., Ms. Rose's Dinner Theater, 25740 N. St. Rt. 25. This comedy is about five Yoopers and their escapades at a ramshackle deer camp on the eve of the Opening Day of the 1989 hunting season...what a hoot!! Cost: $43; Group Discounts Available to parties of 20 Info: 419.874.8505

Line Dancing For Singles ~ (Toledo) 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m., Gladieux Meadows, 4480 Heatherdowns If you're a lady and would like to learn some line dancing here is the place for you! We teach a full hour on Friday nights. The classes offer you a very professional instruction in a very relaxing way. The instructor sense of humor will make the class both instructive and fun. Cost: $3 Check the web site for changes in times or nights, www .toledosingles.com

U.S. vs. John Lennon (Film) ~ (Maumee) 7:00 p.m., Maumee Indoor Theater, 601 Conat street Maumee. The U.S. vs John Lennon is a compelling and provocative look at John Lennon's transformation from beloved musical artist - to anti-war activiist - to an icon inspiring peace and reveals the true story of why and how the U.S. government tried to silence him. The film will also show this was not just an episode in American history but how the issues and struggles of the Vietnam era mirror today's political agenda. Cost: $10 Info: 419.897.8901

Dr. Seuss's Birthday Unites Readers Across the Nation ~ (Perrysburg) 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m., Books-A-Million at The Town Center at Levis Commons Hosts Celebration for All Ages! Books-A-Million at The Town Center at Levis Commons will participate in the 10th Annual Read Across America Day in honor of Dr. Seuss's 103rd birthday. The celebration will include a reading of The Cat in the Hat, Dr. Seuss arts and crafts, birthday cake and more. Celebrated on Dr. Seuss's birthday each year, National Education Association's Read Across America Day is the nation's largest reading event. More than 45 million readers, both young an old are expected to pick up a book on March 2. Books-A-Million is joined by schools, libraries and many leading literacy, youth and civic groups across the nation who will celebrate Dr. Seuss's birthday. "This year marks the campaign's 10-year anniversary and the 50-year anniversary of The Cat in the Hat," said Rick Clayton, manager of Books-A-Million at The Town Center at Levis Commons. "We're excited to bring the community together under one hat to celebrate the value of reading on March 2 and every day." Info: 614.794.2008. www.ShopLevisCommons.com

Navigating with Lewis & Clark ~ (Toledo) 7:30 p.m., Ritter Planetarium-Brooks Observatory, The University of Toledo, 2801 W. Bancroft Street. How did Lewis and Clark know where they were when they were in the middle of nowhere? Find out when you see Navigating with Lewis & Clark. You'll discover how Lewis & Clark used the positions of the Sun and other celestial objects to estimate where they were. And you'll find out how you can do it, too! Cost:Adults: $5; Seniors: $4: Kids (3-12): $4; <3: Info: 419.530.4037

The Misanthrope ~ (Toledo) 7:30 p.m., University of Toledo Center Theatre, 2801 W. Bancroft Street. Moliere's richly sophisticated comic drama skewers hypocrisy and cynicism, remaining as timely as ever. Info: 419.530.2375

Toledo Storm Hockey: Trenton vs. Toledo Storm ~ (Toledo) 7:35 p.m., Toledo Sports Arena, One Main Street. Info: 419-691-0200

Irish Whiskey Tasting ~ (Toledo) 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m., Diva, 329 N. Huron Street. Sip samples of Irish Whiskey, while enjoying the sights and sounds only Diva can provide. Participate in the tasting at the main bar, or have the drinks brought to your table as you dine. Samples and an appetizer for just $15. Cost: $15 Info: 419.324.0000

First Friday ~ (Tiffin) 8:00 p.m., The National Theatre at The Ritz, 30 S. Washington Street. In our second season of First Friday events The National Theatre (TNT) will again host an eclectic selection of performers in a truly unique performance environment. Each First Friday will feature two or three entertainers from around the region that may include a folk singer, a jazz musician, an aspiring singer/songwriter or some other style of artist who are absolutely passionate and unspoiled about the opportunity to display their craft. Join us for a glass of wine or designer coffee in a conversation-friendly, intimate setting&a true alternative! Artists: Christian Secrist Instrumental Jazz Tiffin, OH www.tiffin.edu/livepages/43.shtml Lost State of Franklin Country/Rockabilly Ohio and beyond www.loststateoffranklin.com Sari Brown Singer/Songwriter Ann Arbor, MI www.saribrown.com Sponsor: Reineke Family Dealerships. Tickets: $11 Info: 419.448.8544 www.ritztheatre.org

Today Productions Presents: "Bye Bye Birdie" ~ (Toledo) 8:00 p.m., Collingwood Arts Center. It is a musical social satire based in the mid 50's. All American girl Kim MacAfee is the lucky teenager chosen to kiss Rock Star Conrad Birdie in a publicity stunt as he is sent off to the army. Problems ensue and are solved through the work of an energetic chorus and colorful lead characters. Cost: Adult $8, Seniors 65 and older & Children under 18 $6, Adult at the door $10. Tickets can be purchased online at ColingwoodArtsCenter.org or by calling 1.800.838.3006

Toledo Symphony Classics Series Classics VI: The Rite of Spring! ~ (Toledo) 8:00 p.m., Peristyle Theatre, Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe Street. One of the fastest-rising stars of the piano world, Ingrid Fliter was awarded the highly coveted Gilmore Prize. She makes her TSO debut in Chopin's Piano Concerto No. 2. Principal Conductor Stefan Sanderling leads the orchestra in two works that evoke the upcoming springtime in very different ways. The bubbling brook that eventually becomes the river Moldau is one of the most beloved tone poems of the Romantic era, composed by Smetana. Stravinsky's primeval, passionate, and driving Rite of Spring overcame a riotous premiere to become one of the twentieth's century's cornerstone works. Tickets: $20 to $47. For tickets, call 419.246.8000, toll-free 1.800.348.1253 www.toledosymphony.com

Valentine Theatre Presents: "Jane Eyre" ~ (Toledo) 8:00 p.m., Valentine Theatre, 400 N. Superior Street. After an acclaimed run in London's West End, The Acting Company proudly presents the national tour of Jane Eyre. Jane Eyre is Charlotte Bronte's extraordinary story of one of literature's most independent and strong-willed women. Recognized as a masterpiece when it was published in 1847, Jane Eyre remains a startling modern blend of passion, romance, and suspense. Cost: $36 $45 $53 Info: 419.243.2787

Bedford High School Presents: "Seussical, The Musical" ~ (Temperance) 8:00 p.m., Bedford High School, 8285 Jackman Road. I do not like green eggs and ham. I do not like them Sam I Am. One simple sentence and most everyone know the author. Most of us grew up with Dr. Seuss books, and now Dr. Seuss comes to life on the stage with Seussical, The Musical. The story weaves together his most famous tales and characters in unexpected ways. Seussical incorporates elements from at least 15 of his books, as well as many of his best-loved and most familiar characters. You will see Horton the elephant, Gertrude McFuzz, Mayzie LaBird, the Wickersham Brothers, The Grinch and of course, The Cat in the Hat along with other assorted Seussian characters. With a cast of over 80 students ranging from 4th through 12th grade, your evening will be filled with adventure, great music, elaborate costumes, brilliant sets and lighting, and of course, familiar characters. Tickets: All tickets are reserved and cost $12 each. The Seuss ticket hotline is: 734.850.6131. Come join us on the planet Who, the jungle of Nool and wherever else your thinks will take you. www.lmwebworks.com/BHStheatrearts

Fortune Favors and The Separation Tree ~ (Toledo) Doors open @ 9:00 p.m., Headliners, 4500 N. Detroit Avenue. Cost: $5 in advance, $7 at the door. Info: 419.693.5300

<font face="Verdana, Helvetica" color="#ff0000" size="2">Saturday, March 3</font>

LUCKEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FAMILY FUN EVENT ~ 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., Games: Bounce House, Corn Hole, Over Under, Pick a Duck, Ski Ball, Cow Toss Catapult, Coke Pop Ring Toss, Plinko, Duck Hunt, Side Winder, Climbing Bears, Hillbilly Golf, Cookie Walk. Prizes: Giant Raffle (all prizes valued at $25 or higher) Grab Bag Instant Raffle, Prize Redemption Center. Food: Homemade Baked Goodies, Hot Dogs, Pizza, Soda Pop, Sandwiches, Chips, and Cotton Candy. Dots The Clown, Face Painting. Silent Auction: Theme Filled Baskets: Ohio State, Sweet Tooth, Italian, Sports, Spring Cleaning, Body, Mind & Spirit Spa, Mexican Food, Crafts, Gardening, and Baby. Admission: FREE. Sponsored by Luckey Elementary PTO. Info: Sue Brockschmidt @ 419.833.2201 BRING THE WHOLE FAMILY!

Community Day ~ Our stores will open at 7:00 a.m. for Community Day. Community Day at Bon-Ton, Elder-Beerman, Bergner's, Boston Store, Carson's, Herberger's, Younkers, and Parisian. WHAT IS COMMUNITY DAY? Community Day is a fund-raising event for all 501c3 nonprofit and school organizations. The event is designed to provide local nonprofit organizations with a fun and easy way to raise money for your organization. Participating organizations sell coupon booklets for $5 each and 100% of the price is retained by the organization. Each booklet contains special savings coupons valid on regular and sale price merchandise during our Community Day One Day Sale. We provide you with the coupon booklets, plus all the materials you'll need to help sell them, all at no cost to your organization. Customers can purchase Community Day coupon booklets from any of our participating groups, or in our stores preceding and during the event. HOW CAN THIS EVENT HELP SCHOOL GROUPS & NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS RAISE MONEY? It's easy. Create selling teams and provide each person with a specified number of coupon booklets to reach your fundraising goal. We provide the coupon booklets and advertising support to help you sell them, all at no cost to you. Since 1999, this event has raised almost $38 million for participating schools, affiliated groups and nonprofit organizations. By purchasing these coupon booklets, customers will help area schools, school groups and nonprofit organizations raise much-needed funds. It's that easy. LET'S DO SOME SIMPLE MATH? If your organization sells 100 booklets at the $5 purchase price, your charity will raise $500.Costs to your organization: $0 Profit to your charity: $500 WHAT WILL CUSTOMERS RECEIVE WITH A COUPON BOOKLET PURCHASE? With each $5 coupon booklet purchase, customers receive: One $10 coupon, good on an item of $10 or more and eight additional coupons, each good for up to 20% off almost any merchandise purchase (in addition to our fabulous One Day Sale prices!) at any Bon-Ton, Elder-Beerman, Bergner's, Boston Store, Carson's, Herberger's, Younkers, or Parisian location. (Bonus Buys and Door Busters excluded, see coupon booklet for details) WHO CAN SELL COUPON BOOKLETS?All local school groups and nonprofit organizations that are 501c3 status or can provide a tax-exempt number are welcome to participate. WHEN CAN WE PICK UP THE COUPON BOOKLETS?Coupon booklets and other important information may be picked up in store or by contacting the Store Manager or Community Day Event Coordinator. Just complete the registration form and submit your request. A store representative will contact you with more information once you register. HOW CAN A CUSTOMER PURCHASE A COUPON BOOKLET?Coupon booklets may be purchased from any participating school group or nonprofit organization. Your organization may also sell coupon booklets at your local Bon-Ton, Elder-Beerman, Bergner's, Boston Store, Carson's, Herberger's, Younkers or Parisian location. A sign up form is provided online when you register. Each of our store locations will also have coupon booklets for sale in store January 8-March 3. IS THERE A MINIMUM NUMBER OF COUPON BOOKLETS THAT WE MUST SELL?No, there is no minimum. However there are selling rewards for those organizations who have achieved the most coupon booklets sold. Of course, the more you sell, the more funds your organization will raise! Organizations are required to report their weekly coupon booklet selling results. Every booklet sold is an opportunity to make a difference. www.communitydayevent.com/about.php

Sale for Life: A Rummage Sale to Benefit Cancer Patients ~ 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Lambertville United Methodist Church, corner of Douglas and Dean. Donations will be accepted January 1st until February 28th at Haematology-Oncology Assoc., 8166 Douglas, just over the Michigan Line. Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Saturday February 17th & 24th 9:00 a.m. - 1:00p.m. Please donate your gently used items to help local cancer patients in need.

MDA STRIDE-N-RIDE ~ (Toledo) 9:00 a.m., If you can not become a team captain and have your own team of 5 walkers you can join another team, join the MDA team or MDA has an awesome internet site that is secure to help you raise funds for this event. If you are an email junkie, this is for you. We have 3 teams already signed up and PORT CLINTON DECA has already raised $160.00 and Brian Helsel has $50 on the secure website. All you have to do is cut, copy and paste the link https://www.mdaevent.org/?e=8db06093-e6b5-4516-8b50-be69da8a1c21&IsCaptain=True and it only takes a few minutes to have your website set up. Email it to your self and send it to all your email contacts and you will be on your way to helping MDA. You can also walk for a specific disease such as Duchenne, Becker, ALS or any other form of Muscular Dystrophy and the funds will help the specific disease in there research.. All we are asking is that you raise $65 per person which is one minute or research. Info: 419.866.9289 Stride right into the MDA family by joining the Stride-N-Ride Family Fundraiser at the Woodville Mall.

Friends of the Library Book Sales Benefit Library ~ (Toledo) 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.(FOL members only! Must present ID), 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m., (Public Sale), The sales are scheduled at 546 Southard, just two blocks north of Main Library in downtown.The Friends of the Library, a 3,000-member organization, has scheduled book sales to benefit the Toledo-Lucas County Public Library. Books, CDs, videos, cassettes, and other materials will be available. A fresh inventory of materials will be added daily. Hardcover books $1, Paperbacks 50 cents, Books on tape $1, Children's hardbound 50 cents, Children's paperbacks 25 cents, Videotapes $1, Magazines 25 cents and more&The Friends of the Library raises funds to support Library programs, including the Summer Reading Club, Authors! Authors!, and Summer Brown Bag Concerts. Free Parking. Visa and MasterCard are accepted. Info: 419.259.5358. March 3-4, April 28-29, June 2-3 Saturdays - 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.(FOL members only! Must present ID), 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m., (Public Sale), Sundays - 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. (Bag Day)

Huge Golf Liquidation Sale ~ (Toledo) 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., SeaGate Convention Centre, 401 Jefferson Avenue. Cost: $2 Admission. Info: 419.255.3300

Toledo Craftsman's Guild Spring Festival of Crafts ~ (Maumee) 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Lucas County Recreation Center, 2901 Key Street. This show features a wide variety of traditional, new and seasonal crafts that would be great for gifts, decorations or personal use. Info: 419.213.2230

Nature Shoot: Woodpeckers ~ (Berkey) 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. & 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m., Secor Metropark, 10001 W. Central Avenue. Learn to photograph from a wildlife blind set on an area frequented by woodpeckers. Two-hour sessions are led by Photo Center Director Art Weber and Naturalist/Photography Bob Jacksy. Participants should have a 200mm lens or large. Fee: $15 Register Now!

Sandusky County Builder's Association's Annual Home Show ~ (Fremont) 12:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., Fremont Recreation Complex, 600 St. Joseph Street. We have over 100 booths filled with exhibitors. If your are looking for a new home, there will be real estate representatives and lending institutions available to answer all your questions. If you want to design and build a new home, there will be contractors and representatives from every aspect of building available to help you, or if you just want to remodel or upgrade your existing home, they can show you all the latest and greatest developments in the home improvement industry. Unlike other area home shows, we have free parking and free admission. There will be door prizes throughout the show with prizes such as gift certificates redeemable for products from the Home Show exhibitors. Info: 419.332.3844

Hostelling International: Travel Circle: Egypt - From Alexandria to Aswan ~ (Toledo) 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m., Ward Pavilion, Wildwood Preserve Metropark, 5100 W. Central Avenue. Hike or ski at 1:00 p.m., weather permitting. At 2:15 p.m., enjoy a slide show presented by Adele Shelton. Info: 419.407.9700

The Bedford Band and Orchestra Boosters All-You-Can-Eat Spaghetti Dinner ~ (Temperance) 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., Bedford High School cafeteria. Raffle prizes include a recliner chair, i-pod, handmade quilt and Dream Dinners. Entertainment will be provided by, and proceeds will benefit the Bedford High School Band and Orchestra. Tickets range from $5 to $8. They can be purchased at the door or in advance by calling 854.6720, or e-mail lkh61us@yahoo.com.

Toledo School for the Arts: 2nd Annual Steppin' Out Live and Silent Auction ~ (Toledo) 6:00 p.m., The Toledo Club, Madison Avenue & 14th Street. Steppin' Out Live and Silent Auction The Toledo Club comes alive with the funky shoe event of the season. Admission is free, but you'll want to take advantage of the $45 per person dinner with reserved seating. Tables of ten are only $400.. Bid high and often on student and professional art as well as trips, home furnishings, music and more& Dress in your best, and don't forget your funky shoes! Call 419.246.9732 x217 for details or to donate.

The Toledo Symphony and WRVF The River invite you to an evening of Wine & Music ~ (Toledo) Join The River's Mary Beth and Rick for a pre-concert wine tasting provided by The Vineyard. Then enjoy exclusive concert seating as the Toledo Symphony performs the music of Smetana, Chopin and Stravinsky's passionate and driving "The Rite of Spring".Wine Tasting 6:30 p.m. | The Symphony Space, (1838 Parkwood at Monroe, across from the Toledo Museum of Art) The Rite of Spring 8:00 p.m. | Peristyle Theater Stefan Sanderling, principal conductor Ingrid Fliter, piano One of the fastest-rising stars of the piano world, Ingrid Fliter was awarded the highly coveted Gilmore Prize. She makes her TSO debut in Frederic Chopin's poignant and expressive F Minor Piano concerto. Principal Conductor Stefan Sanderling leads the orchestra in two works that evoke the upcoming springtime in very different ways. The bubbling brook that eventually becomes the river Moldau is one of the most beloved tone poems of the Romantic era. Stravinsky's primeval, passionate, and driving Rite of Spring overcame a riotous premiere to become one of the twentieth's century's cornerstone works.$50 special event ticket includes complimentary wine tasting, exclusive seating* with The River's Mary Beth and Rick, and reserved parking*.Reserve your seats now by calling the Toledo Symphony Box Office 419.246.8000 (previously purchased concert tickets may be exchanged for the special event tickets by calling The Toledo Symphony Box Office at 419.246.8000) *Exclusive seating with Mary Beth and Rick and parking is limited.A Wine and Music Evening at The Symphony is presented by the Toledo Symphony in partnership with WRVF and The Vineyard Regular concert tickets for the Toledo Symphony's performance of The Rite of Spring are also avialable for Friday, March 2 and Saturday, March 3 by calling 419.246.8000 or by visiting www.ToledoSymphony.com LISTEN! The sound is all around you.

13ABC ALL STAR BASKETBALL GAME ~ 7:30 p.m., Eastwood High School. Join the Eagle staff as they take on the 13abc All-Stars. Tickets: Adults: $5, Students $3, Under 6 years FREE. (Sponsored by Luckey Elementary PTO). Info: Sue Brockschmidt @ 419.833.2201

The Misanthrope ~ (Toledo) 7:30 p.m., University of Toledo Center Theatre, 2801 W. Bancroft Street. Moliere's richly sophisticated comic drama skewers hypocrisy and cynicism, remaining as timely as ever. Info: 419.530.2375

Full Moon Walk ~ (Toledo) 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m., Swan Creek Preserve, Glendale Avenue, 4659 Airport Highway. A night hike to learn moon lore while exploring the wonders of nature at night. Groups welcome with reservations.

Toledo Storm Hockey: Trenton vs. Toledo Storm ~ (Toledo) 7:35 p.m., Toledo Sports Arena, One Main Street. Info: 419.698.4545

Toledo Symphony Classics Series Classics VI: The Rite of Spring! ~ (Toledo) 8:00 p.m., Peristyle Theatre, Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe Street. One of the fastest-rising stars of the piano world, Ingrid Fliter was awarded the highly coveted Gilmore Prize. She makes her TSO debut in Chopin's Piano Concerto No. 2. Principal Conductor Stefan Sanderling leads the orchestra in two works that evoke the upcoming springtime in very different ways. The bubbling brook that eventually becomes the river Moldau is one of the most beloved tone poems of the Romantic era, composed by Smetana. Stravinsky's primeval, passionate, and driving Rite of Spring overcame a riotous premiere to become one of the twentieth's century's cornerstone works. Tickets: $20 to $47. For tickets, call 419.246.8000, toll-free 1.800.348.1253 or visit www.toledosymphony.com

Today Productions Presents: "Bye Bye Birdie" ~ (Toledo) 8:00 p.m., Collingwood Arts Center. It is a musical social satire based in the mid 50's. All American girl Kim MacAfee is the lucky teenager chosen to kiss Rock Star Conrad Birdie in a publicity stunt as he is sent off to the army. Problems ensue and are solved through the work of an energetic chorus and colorful lead characters. Cost: Adult $8, Seniors 65 and older & Children under 18 $6, Adult at the door $10. Tickets can be purchased online at CollingwoodArtsCenter.org or by calling 1.800.838.3006

Valentine Theatre Presents: "Monte Carlo Night! Les Folies Russes" ~ (Toledo) 8:00 p.m., Valentine Theatre, 400 N. Superior Street. An extravagant evening of Las Vegas style entertainment and GAMBLING! Les Folies Russes features 50 classically-trained Russian dancers in virtuosic and theatrical presentaion beyond anything seen even in Paris and Las Vegas! This stunning attraction features 20 brilliant show-stopping numbers and close to 1,000 spectacular costumes complete with fabulous feathers and a cascade of colorful jewels. Info: 419.242.2787

Bedford High School Presents: "Seussical, The Musical" ~ (Temperance) 8:00 p.m., Bedford High School, 8285 Jackman Road. I do not like green eggs and ham. I do not like them Sam I Am. One simple sentence and most everyone know the author. Most of us grew up with Dr. Seuss books, and now Dr. Seuss comes to life on the stage with Seussical, The Musical. The story weaves together his most famous tales and characters in unexpected ways. Seussical incorporates elements from at least 15 of his books, as well as many of his best-loved and most familiar characters. You will see Horton the elephant, Gertrude McFuzz, Mayzie LaBird, the Wickersham Brothers, The Grinch and of course, The Cat in the Hat along with other assorted Seussian characters. With a cast of over 80 students ranging from 4th through 12th grade, your evening will be filled with adventure, great music, elaborate costumes, brilliant sets and lighting, and of course, familiar characters. Tickets: All tickets are reserved and cost $12 each. The Seuss ticket hotline is: 734.850.6131. Come join us on the planet Who, the jungle of Nool and wherever else your thinks will take you. www.lmwebworks.com/BHStheatrearts

<font face="Verdana, Helvetica" color="#ff0000" size="2">Sunday, March 4</font>

St. John the Baptist K-8 Elementary School ~ Open house registration 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Come in and check us out! Info: 419.726.7761

Huge Golf Liquidation Sale ~ (Toledo) 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., SeaGate Convention Centre, 401 Jefferson Avenue. Cost: $2 Admission. Info: 419.255.3300

Toledo Glass City Doll Collectors 29th Annual Doll Show & Sale ~ (Toledo) 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Great Hall of the Stranahan Theater, 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd. Door prizes, appraisals, doll raffle, antique to modern dolls, doll clothing & accessories, doll related books. Food area open from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. A portion of the proceeds benefit local charities. Cost: Adults: $3.50, Children under 10: $1. Info: 419.381.8851

Create Contemporary Art ~ (Toledo) 11:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Family Center, Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe Street. Enjoy family fun hands on activities! Info: 419.255.8000

Toledo Craftsman's Guild Spring Festival of Crafts ~ (Maumee) 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Lucas County Recreation Center, 2901 Key Street. This show features a wide variety of traditional, new and seasonal crafts that would be great for gifts, decorations or personal use. Info: 419.213.2230

Jacob Lawrence Prints, 1963-2000: A Comprehensive Survey ~ (Toledo) 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe Street. Coming of age in 1930's Harlem, artist Jacob Lawrence (1917-2000) was inspired by the community's interest in the stories of its heritage to become a visual storyteller. The prints in this exhibition reflect his experiences and his interest in notable figures from African and African-American history, including two narrative series on Toussaint L'Ouverture (c. 1744-1803) and John Brown (c. 1800-1859). Info: 419.255.8000

St. Jerome Catholic School Open House ~ (Walbridge) 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., St. Jerome Catholic School, 300 Earl Street. St. Jerome offers a licensed full day preschool program (Mon/Wed or Tues/Thurs), all day Kindergarten program, Grades 1-8, Before & After school Day Care Program, Federally funded hot Lunch Program, Excellence in State approved Course of Study, 2006 ECO School Award, Safe & Secure Environment, Family Involvement, Positive Working Attitude, Discipline, Dedication, and Determination. St. Jerome School will also have the annual Book Fair going on during our Open House. You will be able to meet our teachers, our principal, students, and parents. Please visit our website at www.st-jerome-school.com. (Our website is up and running, but still under construction). We hope to see you and your family join our family at St. Jerome School. Where God and family meet.

Sandusky County Builder's Association's Annual Home Show ~ (Fremont) 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m., Fremont Recreation Complex, 600 St. Joseph Street. We have over 100 booths filled with exhibitors. If your are looking for a new home, there will be real estate representatives and lending institutions available to answer all your questions. If you want to design and build a new home, there will be contractors and representatives from every aspect of building available to help you, or if you just want to remodel or upgrade your existing home, they can show you all the latest and greatest developments in the home improvement industry. Unlike other area home shows, we have free parking and free admission. There will be door prizes throughout the show with prizes such as gift certificates redeemable for products from the Home Show exhibitors. Info: 419.332.3844

By Presidential Design: History of the Hayes Home ~ (Fremont) 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m., Hayes Presidential Center, Spiegel Grove, corner of Hayes and Buckland. With the exception of Thomas Jefferson, no U.S. President was more intimately involved in the design, construction and decoration of his home than Rutherford B. Hayes. This exclusive Hayes Presidential Center exhibit details the evolution of the Hayes Home from its modest beginning as a 16-room house to its eventual state as a 31-room presidential mansion. Exhibit admission is included in the Hayes Museum ticket price of $6/Adult, $5/senior citizen age 60+, $2/children ages 6-12. For further information, contact: 419.332.2081 or1.800.998.7737 www.rbhayes.org

Demonstration: Glassblowing ~ (Toledo) 1:30 p.m. & 2:30 p.m., Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe Street. Enjoy a special chance to see glassblowing at the Glass Pavilion. Info: 419.255.8000

March Lecture ~ 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m., Pearson Metropark, Macomber Lodge. Join the Friends of Pearson and Metroparks to learn about the hidden secrets of Pearson North's wetland mitigation project. Naturalist walk to follow the presentation. Cost: Free Info: 419.407.9700

UT Rockets Men's Basketball vs. Central Michigan ~ (Toledo) 2:00 p.m., Savage Hall, University of Toledo, 2801 W. Bancroft Street. Info: 419.530.4653

The Misanthrope ~ (Toledo) 2:00 p.m., University of Toledo Center Theatre, 2801 W. Bancroft Street. Moliere's richly sophisticated comic drama skewers hypocrisy and cynicism, remaining as timely as ever. Info: 419.530.2375

Bedford High School Presents: "Seussical, The Musical" ~ (Temperance) 2:00 p.m., Bedford High School, 8285 Jackman Road. I do not like green eggs and ham. I do not like them Sam I Am. One simple sentence and most everyone know the author. Most of us grew up with Dr. Seuss books, and now Dr. Seuss comes to life on the stage with Seussical, The Musical. The story weaves together his most famous tales and characters in unexpected ways. Seussical incorporates elements from at least 15 of his books, as well as many of his best-loved and most familiar characters. You will see Horton the elephant, Gertrude McFuzz, Mayzie LaBird, the Wickersham Brothers, The Grinch and of course, The Cat in the Hat along with other assorted Seussian characters. With a cast of over 80 students ranging from 4th through 12th grade, your evening will be filled with adventure, great music, elaborate costumes, brilliant sets and lighting, and of course, familiar characters. Tickets: All tickets are reserved and cost $12 each. The Seuss ticket hotline is: 734.850.6131. Come join us on the planet Who, the jungle of Nool and wherever else your thinks will take you. www.lmwebworks.com/BHStheatrearts

Artist Up Close Series ~ (Toledo) 3:00 p.m., Peristyle Theatre, Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe Street. Pick your seat ONSTAGE with musicians on. The unique Artist Up Close Series Chamber experience joins guest pianist Ingrid Fliter with Toledo Symphony principal clarinetist Georg Klaas and principal cellist Martha Reikow on Beethoven's Trio for Clarinet, Cello and Piano. Concertmaster Kirk Toth and Toledo pianist Frances Renzi perform Beethoven's Violin Sonata no. 10. Your backstage pass is available for only $10 by calling 419.246.8000, toll-free 1.800.348.1253 or visit www.toledosymphony.com

The Kennedy Center Imagination Celebration Tour Presents: Roald Dahl's "Willy Wonka" ~ (Tiffin) 3:00 p.m., The Ritz Theatre, 30 S. Washington Street. In this musical based on Roald Dahl's beloved children's novel, a boy named Charlie Bucket and four other Golden Ticket winners get the tour of a lifetime in a candy-maker's fantastical factory! Willy Wonka and his band of Oompa Loompas lead Charlie, the spoiled-rotten Veruca Salt, gluttonous Augustus Gloop, gum-chewing Violet Beauregarde, and television junkie Mike Teavee through a labyrinth of lemon drops, life lessons, and giggles galore. Featuring live actors, puppets, plenty of surprises, and many memorable songs, including "The Candy Man," "I Want It Now!" and "Pure Imagination", Willy Wonka is a scrumptious treat for the entire family. (For ages 5 and up.) Tickets: Adults $11, Info: 419.448.8544 www.ritztheatre.org.

North Coast Concert Band and Big Band ~ (Fremont) 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m., Terra Community College Student Activity Center; 2830 Napoleon Road. Formed in January 1984, The North Coast Concert Band is made up of approximately 70 adult musicians from several north central Ohio communities. The Band rehearses weekly from mid-October until early June, performing concerts in December, March, and May. During June, July and August, the Band presents concerts in several area cities' concert-in-the-park programs. The Band's repertoire includes classic concert band pieces, contemporary symphonic band literature, medleys of popular and show tunes, and marches. Concerts often feature soloists or small ensembles. The North Coast Big Band is made up of 16 musicians from the North Coast Concert Band. The Big Band performs during the Concert Band's December, March, and May concerts and gives its own concerts during the summer months. The Big Band also plays at private functions. The Big Band repertoire concentrates on the dance music of the 1930's and 1940's, but includes music from the 1950's - 1970's. Arrangements often feature vocalists. All concerts by both Bands are free and open to the public. All concert sites are handicapped accessible. Info: 419.332.4470 or visit the website at: www.sanduskycounty.org

Today Productions Presents: "Bye Bye Birdie" ~ (Toledo) 3:00 p.m., Collingwood Arts Center. It is a musical social satire based in the mid 50's. All American girl Kim MacAfee is the lucky teenager chosen to kiss Rock Star Conrad Birdie in a publicity stunt as he is sent off to the army. Problems ensue and are solved through the work of an energetic chorus and colorful lead characters. Cost: Adult $8, Seniors 65 and older & Children under 18 $6, Adult at the door $10. Tickets can be purchased online at ColingwoodArtsCenter.org or by calling 1.800.838.3006

The Ritz Theatre Presents: "Roald Dahl's" ~ (Tiffin) 3:00 p.m., The Ritz Theatre, 30 S. Washington Street. In this musical based on Roald Dahl's beloved children's novel, a boy named Charlie Bucket and four other Golden Ticket winners get the tour of a lifetime in a candy-maker's fantastical factory! Cost: $6 - $11 Info: 419.448.8544

A Connect Four Tournament Held by Youth in Philanthropy Encouraging Excellance ~ (Toledo) 4:00 p.m., Savage Hall, There is a five dollar entrance fee and the ability to buy back in. All of the proceeds go to charity and will be used to help the Toledo area through the fulfillment of grants. Cost: $5

Banu Gibson and the New Orleans Hot Jazz ~ (Perrysburg) 7:30 p.m., Owens Community College Center for Fine and Performing Arts, 30335 Oregon Road. Today Banu (bah' new) Gibson stands virtually at the top of her field. A superior and swinging jazz singer, Banu is one of the few vocalists of her generation to maintain exclusively loyalty to the songs of the 20's, 30's, and 40's. With an extensive repertoire of songs, Banu's performances cover many high points of America's golden age of popular music. Celebrate Mardi Gras with Banu Gibson and New Orleans Hot Jazz! Tickets: $22, Seniors: $20, Students: $15 Info: 567.661.7000

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