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| Firelands Habitat for Humanity ReStore, 11001 St. Rt. 250, (North Coast Marketplace) Milan, is open from 10 – 4 p.m. every Thursday, Friday & Saturday. Habitat ReStore accepts & recycles new or used building & remodeling materials that are in good condition. All operating profits from ReStore sales go into Habitat’s building program – helping to make adequate housing available for families in Huron & Erie Counties. For more information call Firelands Habitat for Humanity @ 419-433-2609 or online at www.firelandshabitat.org. |
| The Alzheimer’s Association, Northwest Ohio Chapter, offers a variety of services, programs, activities & support for patients, families and caregivers of those suffering from Alzheimer’s. Learn more at www.alz.org/nwohio or call 800-272-3900. |
| Huron County Humane Society Bingo every Tuesday at the H & H Banquet Hall (former UAW Hall), 119 North Pleasant St., Norwalk, with doors opening at 5 p.m. and bingo starting at 6:30 p.m. Volunteers, prizes & food donations always welcome. |
| Humane Society of Erie County Bingo every Wednesday morning with doors opening at 8 and bingo starting at 10 at the Sandusky Eagles Club, 1235 W. Perkins Ave., Sandusky. Come & join them! |
| Vermilion VFW Post 7576, Poorman Rd., Vermilion – Every Friday night Fish Fry & more! Open to the public from 5 – 8 p.m. |
| American Legion Post 547 Monroeville – Fish Fry from 11 – 1:30 p.m. and 5:30 – 8 p.m. every Friday through April. |
| The Sanctuary Four Seasons serves lunch at a low cost with proceeds going to the Youth Group Program every Saturdayat 328 E. Monroe St. (Old Monroe School), Sandusky, from 9 – 2 p.m. For more information call Beverly @ 419-502-6407. |
| Vermilion American Legion Post 397 Breakfast every Sunday from 9 – 12 noon at the American Legion Post 397, 2713 St. Rt. 60, Vermilion (no holidays). Breakfast consists of eggs, hashbrowns, sausage or bacon, gravy & biscuits, and more! Cost is $5 per person and is open to the public. |
| Turkey Shoot every Sunday at the VFW 7576, Poorman Rd., Vermilion, with breakfast starting at 7 a.m., practice at 8 a.m. and shoot starting at 9 a.m. |
| Sandusky Career Center provides free GED classes for adults who want to earn a high school diploma. GED classes review high school subjects and prepare adults to take tests. To register or for more information on GED/high school refresher classes in Sandusky, Huron or Vermilion call 419-621-2778. |
| The Milan Historical Museum is open on weekends with hours from 1 – 4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. Spend the day exploring the Milan Museum’s 7 buildings that includes the new Milan Canal and Shipbuilding exhibits. Enjoy affordable, hands-on fun with events and activities for the whole family – rain or shine! Located just one block off the square! For more information go to www.milanhistory.org or call 419-499-2968. |
| The Willard Booster Clubs – Academic, Athletic & Music – Have a very unique opportunity. Sharpnack Chevrolet Buick has donated a brand new 2012 Chevy Cruz to be raffled off to benefit the Booster Clubs. Students of Willard Schools would appreciate your support through the purchase of a raffle ticket. Tickets are one for $20; three for $50; or seven for $100. For more information click on www.willardboosterclubs.com. Drawing for the 2012 Chevy Cruz takes place on Friday, October 19th at half-time during the football game! |
| Par 4 Paws Golf Social takes place on Saturday, June 9 at Eagle Creek Golf Club in Norwalk with a 3 p.m. Shotgun Start. This 9-Hole Two-Person Alternate Shot Format includes golf, cart & cook-out for golf team. Entry fee $75 per team and cook-out only $10. Prizes for team & individual competitions. This event benefits the Huron County Humane Society. For reservations or more information call Mickey Frisch @ 419-668-3349. |
| Main Street Port Clinton is looking for vendors for the 2012 Port Clinton Farmers’ Market. Anyone interested in selling produce, plants, arts, crafts, baked goods, meats or canned products can apply by completing a registration application, which is available at the Port Clinton Chamber of Commerce / Main Street Office, 110 Madison St. All items sold at the Port Clinton Farmers’ Market must be locally grown, made or assembled items. The Farmers Market will begin on Saturday, June 9th. The market is located at Adams Street Park. To download an application, please go towww.portclintonchamber.com. For more information contact Melissa Bayer at 419-239-9346. |
| Biker’s Memorial Fund 19th Annual Party on Saturday, May 19th with gates opening at 9 a.m. and dedication at 10 a.m. at the American Legion Shelter House, 3615 S. Hayes Ave., Sandusky. Events include: Breakfast from 8 – 11 a.m.; BBQ Traveler-Chicken Dinners at 2 p.m.; live music; games and more! Your T-Shirt is your ticket with presale $20 and at the gate $25. T-Shirts will be sold at the following locations: Town Tavern in Clyde, Roeder Racing in Monroeville, The Pump – American Legion Post 83 – Top Hat Cycles all in Sandusky. Also a Poker Run with first bike out after dedication and last bike in at 3 p.m. For more information go to www.bmfohio.org. |
| Help over 35 hundred in Northwest Ohio with Multiple Sclerosis by joining them for the 2012 Walk MS Sandusky onSaturday, April 28th or the Walk MS Lorain County on Saturday, May 12th or sign up for any of the 7 Walk MS events in Northwest Ohio. To register go to www.nationalmssociety.org/oho or call 1-800-FIGHT MS! |
| Town & Country Co-op’s 2012 Chick Days at the store, 102 S. Old State Rd., Norwalk, taking place through April 30th. This program is focused on healthy starts for the many baby animals that herald the coming of spring. They will have chicks, turkeys, ducklings, rabbits and educational information available at the store. There will also be a Chick Days Coloring Contest for all children 12 years old & younger. The artwork will be displayed throughout the duration of Chick Days and will receive a gift when they pick up their pictures after April 31st. For more information call 419-663-7744. |
| 4-H gives young people the opportunity to explore new things…from photography to rocketry, and everything between. Call 419-627-7631…or…visit www.erie.osu.edu for details. Discover yourself in 4-H! Make the contact now; enrollment deadline is Monday, April 16th for fair participation. |
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| 9th | Mon. | Fisher-Titus Medical Center nurses will offer free blood pressure & blood sugar screenings at the following locations: Milan Public Library from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. and then at the Berlin Heights Public Library from noon – 2 p.m. |
| 10th | Tues. | Firelands Regional Medical Center’s Healthcare Provider CPR Certification Course from 8 – 11 a.m. at the hospital’s South Campus, 1912 Hayes Ave., Sandusky. This course is for medical professionals and students beginning course work in healthcare professions only. Class fee $40 per person. Registration is required and can be made by calling the hospital @ 419-557-6740. |
| 10th | Tues. | Firelands Habitat for Humanity Information Workshop at Your Job Store, 221 W. Parish St., Sandusky, at 5:30 p.m. To RSVP call 419-433-2609. |
| 10th | Tues. | Bellevue Hospital is providing free blood sugar & blood pressure checks at Bassett’s Market in Bellevue from 9 – 11 a.m. |
| 12th | Thurs. | Veggietales Live: God Made You Special at Willard High School, 123 Whissler Dr., Willard, with doors opening at 6:15 and event at 7 p.m. To purchase tickets go to www.itickets.com or call 800-965-9324. |
| 13th | Fri. | Swiss Steak or Chicken Dinner at the Norwalk Masonic Center, E. Main & Old State Rd., Norwalk, from 5 – 7 p.m. Adults $10 and kids $5. Open to the public. Dine in or carry out. |
| 13th | Fri. | Bellevue Society for the Arts presents Magical Comedian Chris Linn starting at 7:30 p.m. $10 for adults, $8 for seniors and $6 for students. For reservations call 419-484-ARTS (2787) orwww.bellevuearts.net. |
| 13th | Fri. | Fisher-Titus Medical Center’s Healthcare Provider CPR re-certification training class from 1 – 4 p.m. at the hospital in Norwalk. To register or for more information call the hospital @ 419-660-2646. |
| 13th | Fri. | The BGSU Firelands Visual Communication Technology Organization Gallery will take place from 4 – 7:30 p.m. in the Cedar Point Center Auditorium. The event is free and open to the public. Join the Visual Communication Technology/Visual Media Technology students as they display various art exhibits. For more information call 419-433-5560. |
| 13th | Fri. | Sandusky Quarter Mania Quarter Paddle Auction at the Sandusky Eagles Club, 1235 W. Perkins Ave., Sandusky, with doors opening at 5:30 p.m. and auction starting at 6:30 p.m. Bring 2 can goods & get your 2nd Paddle for $1.00 (can goods going to the Food Pantry). Tickets are $6 at the door. Proceeds from the auction will benefit Ca’Leo Smith with 10% going to the North Coast Cancer Care. |
| 14th | Sat. | Free Skin Cancer Screening from 9 – 12 noon at University Hospitals Seidman Cancer Center at Firelands Regional Medical Center, 701 Tyler St., Sandusky. Appointments are required and can be made by calling 419-557-7410. |
| 14th | Sat. | Sandusky Ski Club will celebrate their 50th Anniversary at the Sandusky Yacht Club with cocktails, a buffet dinner, dancing and with much memorabilia. For more information call Nancy @ 419-433-2790 or www.sandusluskiclub.com. |
| 14th | Sat. | The Erie Shores Early Childhood PTA’s Spring Resale Event at the Heritage Presbyterian Church, 515 N. Leavitt Rd., Amherst. Early Bird admission is $5 from 8 a.m. – 9 a.m., general admission $1 from 9 – 2 p.m. There will be gently used baby/children’s gear, furniture, toys & games, books, maternity clothing & a bake sale. |
| 14th | Sat. | Quarter Madness at the Port Clinton Knights of Columbus, 109 E. Perry St., Pt. Clinton, with doors opening at 4 p.m. and auction at 5 p.m. Admission is $5 per person & includes 1 paddle. Proceeds from this event benefit Linda Bozman. |
| 15th | Sun. | Pork Chop Dinner at Zion United Church of Christ, E. Township Rd. 178 (just off St. Rt. 18 South), Bellevue, from 11:30 – 1 p.m. Meal consists of pork chops, potatoes, green beans, bread, salad & dessert. Cost is $9 for adults and $5 for kids 12 & under. |
| 16th | Mon. | Bellevue Hospital is providing free blood sugar & blood pressure checks at Rite Aid in Clyde from 9 – 11 a.m. |
| 16th | Mon. | Sandusky Ski Club meeting at Chet & Matt’s, E. Strub Rd., Sandusky, at 7:30 p.m. For more information call Roger @ 419-734-9898 or www.sanduskyskiclub.com. |
| 17th | Tues. | Bellevue Hospital is providing free blood sugar & blood pressure checks at Hogue’s IGA in Bellevue from 9 – 11 a.m. |
| 17th | Tues. | Fisher-Titus Medical Center nurses will offer free blood pressure & blood sugar screenings at the New London Public Library from 1 – 2 p.m. |
| 18th | Wed. | Firelands Regional Medical Center’s HeartSaver First Aid and CPR/AED Course from 8 – 12 noon at the hospital’s South Campus, Education Room on the 1st Floor, 1912 Hayes Ave., Sandusky. Class fee is $75 per person. For more information or to register call the hospital @ 419-557-6740. |
| 18th | Wed. | Bellevue Hospital is providing free blood sugar & blood pressure checks at Miller’s Super Valu in Clyde from 9 – 11 a.m. |
| 18th | Wed. | Quarter Madness at the VFW Norwalk, 140 Milan Ave., Norwalk, with doors opening at 6 p.m. and auction starting at 7 p.m. Admission is $5 & includes 1 paddle. Proceeds from this event benefit Back to the Wild. For more information call Jody @ 419-744-0886. |
| 19th | Thurs. | Fisher-Titus Medical Center nurses will offer free blood pressure & blood sugar screenings at Schild’s IGA in Norwalk from 10 – 1 p.m. |
| 19th | Thurs. | Sandusky Ski Club will celebrate April birthdays at the Reserve Restaurant in the Kalahari at 6:30 p.m. For more information call Pat @ 419-625-0401 or www.sanduskyskiclub.com. |
| 19th, 20th, 21st & 22nd | Thurs., Fri., Sat. & Sun. | Bowling Green State University Firelands College Theatre presents “You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown” Thurs., Fri. & Sat. at 8 p.m. and Sun. at 2:30 p.m. in BGSU Firelands’ McBride Auditorium. Tickets are $9 adults, $7 Senior Citizens & BGSU Firelands faculty/staff, $5 for children & students and $4 for BGSU Firelands students. For more information call 419-433-5560. |
| 20th | Fri. | Spaghetti Dinner at the First Congregational United Church of Christ, 431 Columbus Ave., Sandusky, from 5 – 7 p.m. Tickets are $7 for adults, $4.50 for children. Meal includes: Spaghetti with homemade meat sauce, salad, Italian bread, dessert & beverage. Carry out available. Also a bake sale & bucket auction will be held. |
| 21st | Sat. | 32nd Annual Erie County 4-H Benefit Auction/Chicken B-B-Q at EHOVE, Mason Rd., West, with the dinner from 4:30 – 7 p.m. and the Auction starting at 7:30 p.m. Also a silent auction starting at 5 and ending at 7 p.m. The Erie County 4-H Committee, Erie County 4-H Camp Inc. and Erie County Heritage Committee are sponsoring the auction to benefit the youth and adults of Erie County. |
| 21st | Sat. | Cinderella’s Closet taking appointments for Prom Dresses from 10 – 2 p.m. at Cinderella’s Closet, located in Nehemiah Partners, 1215 Campbell St., Sandusky (former Campbell School). Cinderella’s Closet provides complete prom packages (dress & accessories) at no expense to high school girls. Any girl who is currently enrolled and attending high school qualifies for dress. Alterations are also provided at no charge. For more information or to schedule your appointment call 419-366-4390 or e-mail at afcindercloset@aol.com. They are also scheduling another appointment for Saturday, April 28th from 10 – 2 p.m. |
| 21st | Sat. | City of Huron Citywide Clean-Up from 9 – 12 noon. Meet at the Huron Boat Basin. For more information call Chris @ 419-433-8487. |
| 21st | Sat. | Popcorn and a Movie at the Berlin Public Library from 10 – 12 noon. Popcorn and drinks will be provided. For movie details call the library @ 419-588-2250. |
| 21st | Sat. | Children can learn about life with a new brother or sister Fisher-Titus Medical Center’s Sibling Education class from 10 – 11:30 a.m. at the hospital in Norwalk. To register or for more information call the hospital @ 419-660-2646. |
| 22nd | Sun. | 5th Annual Earth Day Extravaganza at Osborn MetroPark, 3910 Perkins Ave., from noon – 5 p.m. There will be food, live music, demonstrations, live animals from Back 2 the Wild, recycled art contest, fashion show & more. Event is free and open to the public. |
| 22nd | Sun. | Hot Cakes & Sausage Breakfast at the Norwalk Masonic Center, E. Main & Old State Rd., Norwalk, from 9 – 1 p.m. Adults $5 and kids $3. Open to the public. Dine in or carry out. |
| 23rd | Mon. | Crafting after School at the Berlin Public Library from 3 – 3:30 p.m. Stop by the library & make some cool crafts. Refreshments will be served. |
| 23rd | Mon. | Bellevue Hospital is providing free blood sugar & blood pressure checks at the Recreation Center in Bellevue from 8 – 10 a.m. |
| 24th | Tues. | Firelands Regional Medical Center’s Healthcare Provider CPR Certification Course from 8 – 11 a.m. at the hospital’s South Campus, 1912 Hayes Ave., Sandusky. This course is for medical professionals and students beginning course work in healthcare professions only. Class fee $40 per person. Registration is required and can be made by calling the hospital @ 419-557-6740. |
| 24th | Tues. | Crafting after School for Little Ones at the Berlin Public Library from 4 – 4:30 p.m. A special time for younger children after school. Refreshments will be served. |
| 24th | Tues. | Bellevue Hospital is providing free blood sugar & blood pressure checks at the Bellevue Senior Center from noon – 1:30 p.m. |
| 24th | Tues. | Fisher-Titus Medical Center’s Caring & Sharing Cancer Support Group will meet at 6 p.m. at the hospital in Norwalk. The group is free and open to the public. For more information call the hospital @ 419-660-2117, ext. 6417. |
| 25th | Wed. | Fisher-Titus Medical Center’s Heartsaver CPR training from 6 – 10 p.m. at the hospital in Norwalk. To register or for more information call the hospital @ 419-660-2646. |
| 25th | Wed. | Fisher-Titus Medical Center’s Diabetes Support Group will meet from noon – 1 p.m. at the hospital in Norwalk. Topic will be “Your Feet & Diabetes.” The group is free and open to the public. For more information call the hospital @ 419-660-2596. |
| 26th | Thurs. | Bellevue Hospital is providing free blood sugar & blood pressure checks at the Clyde Senior Center from 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. |
| 26th | Thurs. | Fisher-Titus Medical Center’s Alzheimer’s Support Group will meet at 3:30 p.m. at the hospital in Norwalk. The group is free and open to the public. For more information call the hospital @ 419-660-2117, ext. 6379. |
| 26th | Thurs. | Fisher-Titus Medical Center’s Stroke Support Group will meet from 2 – 3:30 p.m. at the hospital in Norwalk. The group is free and open to the public. For more information call the hospital @ 419-660-2700. |
| 27th | Fri. | Candlelight Vigil to remember those gone, to support those left behind to cope, and educate the public about suicide to prevent other suicides from occurring at Suhr Family Park, 37 W. Main St., Norwalk, from 7 – 9 p.m. (rain or shine). |
| 27th | Fri. | Spaghetti Dinner at the Norwalk Masonic Center, E. Main & Old State Rd., Norwalk, from 5 – 7 p.m. Adults $8 and kids $4. Open to the public. Dine in or carry out. |
| 28th | Sat. | Cinderella’s Closet taking appointments for Prom Dresses from 10 – 2 p.m. at Cinderella’s Closet, located in Nehemiah Partners, 1215 Campbell St., Sandusky (former Campbell School). Cinderella’s Closet provides complete prom packages (dress & accessories) at no expense to high school girls. Any girl who is currently enrolled and attending high school qualifies for dress. Alterations are also provided at no charge. For more information or to schedule your appointment call 419-366-4390 or e-mail at afcindercloset@aol.com. |
| 28th | Sat. | Reach Our Youth (ROY) Pancake Breakfast at the First Baptist Church of Norwalk, 67 E. Main St., from 8 – 12 noon. $5 for adults, $3 for under age 10 and $14 family. Scholarship fundraiser for mentees & mentors. For more information call 419-663-2525. |
| 28th | Sat. | Fisher-Titus Medical Center hosts Medication Take-Back Day from 10 – 1 p.m. Bring your unused or expired medication for safe disposal to the hospital in Norwalk at the Benedict Avenue Entrance. Please remove all prescription labels before arriving or place your medications into a sealed Ziploc bag. This is a completely confidential program and no personal information will be collected. |
| 28th | Sat. | St. Mary Central Catholic High School Teen Leadership Class is hosting a local “Kick-It” kickball game to raise money for cancer research. Event is part of the national Kick-It organization to cure children’s cancer. Games will be held on the turf at Strobel Field beginning at 11 a.m. For more information about the event go to www.SanduskyCentralCatholicSchool.org or www.Kick-it.org or call 419-627-9422. |
| 29th | Sun. | Vermilion Township Fire Department’s Pancake Breakfast from 8 – 1 p.m. Events include a blood mobile, extrication demo, kids water fight board set up so they can see how a fire hose works, safety trailer, and possibly a life flight landing (weather permitting). |
| 29th | Sun. | Quarter Madness at the Norwalk VFW, No 2743, 140 Milan Ave., Norwalk, with doors opening at 1 p.m. and auction at 2 p.m. Admission is $5 & includes 1 paddle. Proceeds from this event benefit Huron County Relay for Life. |
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| 2nd | Wed. | Quarter Madness at the Norwalk VFW, No 2743, 140 Milan Ave., Norwalk, with doors opening at 6 p.m. and auction at 7 p.m. Admission is $5 & includes 1 paddle. Proceeds from this event benefit Stampede of Dreams. |
| 6th | Sun. | Quarter Madness at the Sandusky Elks, 120 East Adams St., Sandusky, with doors opening at 1 p.m. and auction starting at 2 p.m. Admission $5 and includes 1 paddle. Proceeds from this event benefit Erie County CASA Program. For more information call Jody @ 419-744-0886. |
| 8th | Tues. | Fisher-Titus Medical Center’s Multiple Sclerosis Support Group will meet at 6:30 p.m. at Sheri’s Coffee House in Norwalk. The group is free and open to the public. For more information call the hospital @ 419-660-2509. |
| 11th & 12th | Fri. & Sat. | Vermilion Township Spring Clean Up at the Vermilion Township Barn, 1205 Stanley Rd. taking place on Friday and Saturday. For more information call 440-967-3251. |
| 12th | Sat. | Chicken B-B-Q at the Monroeville Rod & Gun Club, Peru Center Rd., South, serving from 6 – 8 p.m. and entertainment by Dan Fester. Donation $12 per person includes meal & refreshments. Open to the public 21 & over! Carry out available for $7 per person. |
| 19th | Sat. | Willard Area Kiwanis Club Reverse Raffle at St. Francis Nardeccia Hall, 25 Perry St., Willard, with doors opening at 6 and drawing after 6:30 p.m. $25 donation with 200 tickets sold. Your ticket includes dinner & 1 raffle ticket. Dinner only (without tickets) $10 per person. Over $2,000 in cash prizes! Need not be present to win. For more information or to purchase your ticket call Cyndi @ 567-224-8128. All proceeds benefit the Willard Area Kiwanis Club. |
| 25th | Fri. | Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser for Robyn & John Churchill at German’s Villa, Liberty Ave., Vermilion, from 5:30 – 11 p.m. The meal includes salad, bread & dessert for $15 per person. Enjoy a night of auctions & raffles. For more information or to purchase tickets call 419-366-7274. A benefit to help fight the cost of breast cancer. |
| 27th | Sun. | MarineMax Kid’s Free Fishing Derby from 12 – 1:30 p.m. at the Main Street Port Clinton Walleye Festival Derby Pond at Waterworks Park. Open to all children up to 12 years of age. Limited number of poles will be provided (bring your lucky pole) and bait will be provided. Registration forms are available at www.walleyefestival.com or picked up at the Main Street Port Clinton office, 110 Madison St., Port Clinton and available the day of the event at 11 a.m. |
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| 19th | Tues. | American Red Cross Bloodmobile will be at the K of C Hall, 614 Columbus Ave., Sandusky, from 1 – 6 p.m. |
| 23rd | Sat. | Local Lodge 1297 International Association of Machinists “21st Annual Ride for the Guide Poker Run” for Guide Dogs of America 100 mile run (with chase vehicle) starting at Pentair Water Parking Lot, 1101 Myers Parkway (off 9th St.), Ashland and finish at Country Stage Music Park in Nova. Sign in from 11 – 1 p.m. with first bike out at 12 noon and last bike in at 5 p.m. Donation of $20 per person. Prizes, live music & hog roast. Everyone welcome, rain or shine (no pets). For more information call 419-652-2345. All proceeds go to Guide Dogs of America. |
| 23rd & 24th | Sat. | Ohio Vintage Truck Jamboree – Multi Chapter Show – at the Ashland County Fairgrounds Saturday & Sunday from 9 – 5 p.m. Events include a Vintage Truck Show, trucking memorabilia display, swap meet, a Saturday night demolition derby & more! Available on-site camping & food. No truck registration fee – please bring non-perishable food items to benefit the Ashland County Food Bank. For more information call Chris @ 419-721-9204. |
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