What's on: Areawide
9/15/2004t Mollenkopf Stadium 70th anniversary celebration at Waite High School during the Waite vs. Woodward varsity football game tomorrow at 7 p.m. Fireworks follow the game.
t Operation Clean Sweep 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Pearson Metropark, rain date is Sept. 25. Volunteers should meet at the Packer Hammersmith Center. Gloves and garbage bags will be provided. Project is sponsored by Christ Dunberger Post 537 American Legion and Friends of Pearson Metropark. Information: 419-693-1398.
t Cheerleading clinic 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Frederick Douglass Community Association, 1001 Indiana Ave. Glass City Stars Elite cheerleaders and coaches will teach dance, cheers, and chants. $12 includes T-shirt and ribbon. Participants should bring a lunch. For girls ages 8-13 years. Information: 419-699-2040.
t Contemporary Ohio Landscape regional artists showcase their work through tomorrow at Owens Community College's Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery on Oregon Road, Perrysburg Township, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. today and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. tomorrow. Information: 567-661-2721.
t Flag exhibit at The Wolcott House, 1031 River Rd., Maumee through Oct. 24. The museum is open Thursdays through Sundays with tours at 1 p.m., 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. Admission is $5 adults, $4 seniors 60+ and $2.50 students.
t Golf Scramble hosted by the Owens Men's Basketball program, Sept. 25 at Hidden Hills Golf Club in Woodville. Cost is $50 which includes 18-holes of golf, a steak lunch and an awards program. To register or become a sponsor call 567-661-7934 or 1-800-GO-OWENS ext. 7934, call by Tuesday.
Benefits
t Feed Hungry Minds and Bodies, CASTO Residential Properties teams with Children's Hunger Alliance, to collect new and gently used children's books to distribute to after-school and family child-care sites in Central Ohio on Nov. 24. Raffle tickets sold at CASTO leasing offices. All proceeds go to Children's Hunger Alliance. Information: Sylvan Lakes in Sylvania Township, 419-842-8480; or Lakes at Woodmont in Perrysburg Township, 419-874-9874.
t Feast in the Forest gourmet dinner to benefit the Boy Scouts' Camp Miakonda, tonight at 6 at the camp on Sylvania Avenue. Meal prepared by certified executive chef Tom Elliott. $75 per person; cash bar. Reservations: 419-241-7293.
t Local Car Washes benefit Make-A-Wish Foundation, Saturday. To find a participating car wash visit www.washesforwishes.org or call 1-888-WASH-USA.
t Variety Show to raise funds for the Manhattan Dance Company in Maumee, 2 p.m. Sunday at the Maumee Indoor Theater. Silent auction at 1 p.m. and a reception following the show. Portions of the auction proceeds go to cancer research.
t Jewelry fund-raiser for the VFW Post 2984 Ladies Auxiliary, 102 West Andrus Rd., Northwood, 6-8:30 p.m. Monday, during Taco night. Information: 419-691-2194.
t Broadway On Bancroft performed by Broadway veterans Tim Shew, Susan Powell and Phil Reno, Monday at 7:30 p.m. at Doermann Theatre in University Hall at The University of Toledo's Bancroft campus. Tickets prices vary and benefit scholarships.Limited reserved seating until tomorrow: 419-530-4927.
t For the Life of Your Dog open forum with Greg Louganis, professional obedience agility dog trainer and Olympic diving gold medalist. Book signing and reception to follow for Canine Companions for Independence, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 24, Fulton County Fairgrounds (Poultry Barn). $35; reservations required: 419-861-2557 or visit www.mariposaltd.com/ess/louganis.htm.
t FabFriday featuring Jeremy Kittel and the Wes Linenjugel Quartet, 7 p.m. Sept. 24 at the Franciscan Center of Lourdes College, 6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania. Jeremy Kittel is a celtic and jazz fiddler; the Wes Linenkugel Quartet plays fiddle tunes, waltzes, and other folk music. All proceeds benefit Lourdes College music department. Tickets are $5.
t Benefit Spaghetti Dinner and raffles for Danielle Nissen, Sept. 25 from 4 to 8 p.m. at Jerusalem Township Fire Hall, 9501 Jerusalem Rd., Curtice. Adults $7 and children under 10 are $4. Tickets available at the door. Carryout available. Danielle has a rare form of cancer called Ewing Sarcoma.
t Silent Auction Sept. 25 in conjunction with the Roche de Boeuf Festival in Waterville, proceeds benefit the Anthony Wayne Rowing Club. The booth at River Rdoad and South Street includes art and handcrafted objects, gift certificates for dinner, golf, sporting events and other services. Information: 419-877-9288.
t Dennis Harder Memorial golf scramble for Autism, Sept. 25-26 at Oak Harbor Golf Club, 7:30 a.m. registration and 8 a.m. shotgun start. All proceeds go to MODEL Community School, Ottawa County Division, for the education and welfare of area children with autism spectrum disorders. $200 per team includes golf and cart, chicken lunch, beverage tickets, door prizes and raffles. Information :419-862-0098.
t For Pets' Sake 25th anniversary of Planned Pethood, Inc., 6-9 p.m. Sept. 25, Toledo Botanical Garden, 5403 Elmer Dr. Event includes a celebrity art auction, wine tasting, hors d'oeuvres and prizes. $25. Advance tickets only: 419-389-4655.
t Kilometers for Kidneys walk/run for anyone interested in learning more about kidney disease and tips for healthy living, featuring food, games and entertainment. Money raised will help those affected by chronic kidney disease. 1-4 p.m. Sept. 26 at the Student Health and Activities Center at Owens Community College. Information: 419-893-5512.
t Memory Walk for Alzheimer's Association, 11 a.m. Sept. 26 at the Toledo Zoo. Benefits the programs and services for individuals with Alzheimer's disease. Register or doante: 419-537-1999 or 1-800-441-3322 or visit www.memorywalktoledo.kintera.org.
t Light The Night Walk to benefit the Northern Ohio Chapter of Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, Oct. 2 at COSI, 1 Discovery Way, Toledo. Walk in the evening and carry illuminated balloons that light up the sky. Information: 1-800-589-5721.
Books
t Quality used books being collected by American Association of University Women Toledo Chapter for annual book sale Oct. 14-17. Drop off point at Westgate Shopping Center between Stone Computer and H&R Block on Tuesdays and Wednesdays 10 a.m. to noon and Saturdays 9 a.m. to noon. Proceeds used for scholarships and grants for women attending college or working on educational programs promoting women's education. Information: 419-868-1762.
Clubs
t American Association of University Women Toledo Branch, fall kick-off and friends showcase 6:30 p.m. Tuesday at Olivet Lutheran Church, 5840 Monroe St., Sylvania. Speaker Tahree Lane, The Blade features writer, presentations, displays and a free light supper. Information: 419-537-8984.
t Bedford Artists' Club meets on Tuesday at the Bedford Senior Citizens Center, Samaria and Jackman roads, 7 p.m. Neil Frankenhauser will demonstrate oil pastel.
t Beta Sigma Phi for professional women, a cultural, social and service sorority of women with 12 chapters in the Toledo area. Information: 1-888-238-2221 or membership@betasigmaphi.org.
t Black Swamp Hosta and Daylily Society will meet Saturday at the Maumee branch of the Toledo-Lucas County Public Library, 501 River Rd., at 1 p.m. Clint Mauk, king of composting, is the guest speaker. Information: 419-885-2438.
t Black Swamp Radio Control Racing Club meets noon to 4 p.m. every Saturday through September in the parking lot next to 1210 West Sylvania Ave. Radio control car track set up. Free admission; fee charged to participate. Information: 419-878-5156.
t Compass Club luncheon, speaker and discussion 11 a.m. Wednesdays at El Matador, 7011 Airport Hwy., and 11:30 a.m. Thursdays at Uncle John's Restaurant, 3131 Secor Rd. Visitors welcome. Information: 419-385-1858.
t Downriver Singles Bowling League will be starting on Sunday at Eastern Freeway Lanes in Northwood. The league is at 7 p.m. every other Sunday night for $12. League ends in May with a trip to Cleveland and The Rock 'N Roll Hall Of Fame. Information: 419-862-0098.
t Expectant Mothers Group at Living Faith United Methodist Church, 1240 Columbus, Holland. Free to all expectant mothers. Information: 419-389-0921 or 517-443-5987.
t Glass City Miniatures Guild meets at Toledo Botanical Garden, 5403 Elmer Dr., 7 p.m. every third Tuesday in the Terrace Room of the Conference Center. Public welcome. Information: 419-936-2986.
t Kaffeestunde, German coffee hour, meets every Wednesday, 12:30-1:30 p.m., South Lounge, Student Union, UT Bancroft Campus. Anyone interested in speaking German is welcome to attend. Information: 419-530-2649.
t Licensed Practical Nurse Association of Ohio, Inc., meets today at the Academy of Medicine, 4428 Secor Rd., 7 p.m. Program: RSV-SARS respiratory update. Free to the public. Information: 419-865-7245.
t Maumee Valley T's (Ford Model T Club) meets the third Wednesday of each month at Brondes Ford, 1511 Reynolds Rd., Maumee at 7 p.m. Information: 419-877-0513.
t Monroe County Mothers of Multiples meets on Monday at Mercy Memorial Hospital, 718 North Macomb St., from 7-9 p.m. Support for parents of twins and other multiples in the Monroe County area. Information: 734-654-9263.
t Mothers of Preschoolers meets Sept. 21 and 22, 9:30-11:30 a.m., CrossRoads Community Church, 1590 West Temperance Rd., Temperance, Mich. Information: 734-847-4135.
t Naturalists' Camera Club of Toledo meets the second Friday of every month at 7:30 p.m., Secor Metropark, National Center for Nature Photography, 10001 Central Ave., Berkey. Guests welcome. Information: 419-474-2911.
t New Neighbors League Club hosts a variety of interest groups and special activities, including monthly luncheons with speakers. Meet other new people in the area. Information: 419-841-5642.
t Old Newsboys Goodfellows Association, luncheon meetings, Michael's Bar and Grill, 901 Monroe St., noon the first and third Friday. Information: 419-381-0755.
t Oregon/Northwood Rotary meets every Thursday at Cousino's,1842 Woodville Rd. Breakfast begins at 7:45 a.m. and the meeting is at 8 a.m.
t Parents Without Partners meets the first Thursday of the month at Grace Lutheran Church, 4441 Monroe St., at 7 p.m. Information: 419-381-1338 or 419-246-8037.
t PERI Chapter 93 meets Sept. 23 at 1 p.m. in Oregon Fire Station 2, 1102 South Wheeling St., Oregon. Denise Cubbon of the Lucas County Prosecutor's Office speaks, followed by a business meeting, coffee and cookies. Information: 419-691-3040.
t Professional Association of Health Care Office Management, Greater Toledo Chapter meets today 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Wildwood Preserve Metorpark's Ward Pavilion, 5100 West Central Ave. Program on medical office management. Open to members and non-members. Information: 419-885-0200 or 1-888-839-1289; Pamela_Hill@mhsnr.org.
t Shuffleboard Club meets Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday at Jermain Park, Upton and North Cove Blvd., behind tennis courts. New members welcome, $2.50 per season. Information: 419-824-5173.
t Stamp Collectors Club of Toledo meets first and third Thursdays at Wernert's Corner Civic Assn. Hall, 5068 Douglas. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. with business meeting starting at 7 p.m. Tonight: APS Slide Show on "70 Years of 'Firsts' on First Day Covers." Public and guests welcome.
t Teen Arts Council Fridays 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Common Space, 1700 North Reynolds Rd. Visual arts, literary arts and performing arts. All supplies included. Information: 419-531-2046.
t Toledo Camera Club meets the second and fourth Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at Toledo Botanical Garden, 5403 Elmer Dr. Visitors welcome. Information: 419-478-7594.
t Toledo Metropolitan Ladies Club, a social and charity-oriented group, will have its first luncheon on Sept. 23 at Carrabba's Italian Grill, 3405 Briarfield, Maumee, at 11 a.m. Information: 419-843-3230.
t Toledo Mothers of Twins Club meets 7:30 p.m. on the second Thursday of each month at Toledo Hospital. Meetings are open to mothers, foster mothers and guardians of multiple births. Information: 419-472-5032.
t Toledo Naturalists' Association will meet Saturday at the Anderson's Activity Center, 1833 South Holland-Sylvania Rd. Program: "The Sora and Virginia, Two of Ohio's Elusive Rails." Free and open to the public. Information: 419-878-3141.
t Toledo Plastic Modelers meet every second and fourth Thursday at 6:30 p.m. in the Gander Lodge of the Gander Mountain store in the Springfield Commons Shopping Mall, 1320 South Holland-Sylvania Rd., Springfield Township. Information: 419-472-9163.
t Toledo Trilby chapter 1990 AARP, 1 p.m. Sept. 16 in the St. Clement Community Center, 2990 Tremainsville Rd. Injury prevention for seniors. Refreshments follow. Guests welcome.
t TOPICS Camera Club meets the first Wednesday of each month at Rossford Public Library, 720 Dixie Hwy., at 7:30 p.m. Membership is open to area residents who are beginning, intermediate or advanced photographers. For information call 419-849-3108.
t U.S. Amateur Ballroom Dancers Association establishing a chapter for ballroom dancers in Toledo. Information: 1-800-447-9047 or e-mail central-office@usabda.org.
t Welcome Club of Northwest Ohio welcomes new people to the area and is for those who want to meet and make new friends. Variety of interest groups such as couples evening bridge, bunco, stitch, euchre, poker, dining out and golf. Information: 419-872-4987.
t West Toledo Exchange Club meets 11:45 a.m. Sept. 22 at Westgate Clarion Hotel, 3536 Secor Rd. Information: 419-535-9666.
Concerts
t Duo Piano Concert sponsored by The Toledo Piano Teachers Association and The University of Toledo, Sunday at 3 p.m. in the Performing Arts Center Recital Hall on the UT campus. Pianists are Micheal Boyd and Joel Shoenhols.
t Perrysburg Symphony Orchestra will perform a wide selection of music on Sept. 26 at 3 p.m. on the Main Stage Theatre of Owens Comunity College. Information: 567-661-ARTS or 1-800-GO-OWENS, ext. ARTS.
Crafts
t Gathering of Quilters Guild meets today at 7 p.m. at the Calvary Bible Chapel, 3740 West Alexis Rd., with a lecture and trunk show by Carol Hicks. Members are asked to bring quilts already hand or machine quilted to be shared. Lecture is free for members, $10 for non-members.
t Fall Bazaar rummage and craft sale, to benefit Missions will be at Heritage Baptist Church, 243 West Erie St., Temperance, Mich., Sept. 24 and 25 from 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
t Crafters needed for Roche de Boeuf Festival in Waterville on Sept. 25. Contact the Waterville Area Chamber of Commerce at 419-878-5188.
t Craft show at Olivet Lutheran Church, 5840 Monroe St., Sylvania, on Sept. 25 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Crafters needed: 419-843-7841.
t 13th Annual Fall Craft Show at Friendship Park Senior Center, 2930 131st St., Point Place, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Oct. 2. Tables for rent for $15 each. Information: 419-936-3079.
t Granny's Attic Show at The Lutheran Church of Our Saviour, 2820 West Alexis Rd., Oct. 7, 8 and 9 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. There will also be a Craft Show on Oct. 9 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Crafters needed: 419-474-0468.
t Craft and Gift Show to benefit the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Oct. 16 at St. James Church, 3948 Brockton Dr., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Information: 419-327-9739.
t Craft Show 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 16, Summerfield High School, 17555 Ida West Rd., Petersburg, Mich. Sponsored by the Summerfield Athletic Boosters. Information: 734-856-2267 or visit www.summerfieldathleticboosters.com.
t Crafters needed for Craft Show at Madison School in Adrian, Mich. on Oct. 23, sponsored by Lenawee 4-H Council. Information: 517-264-5314.
t Crafters needed for Craft Show at Bethel Lutheran Church, 1853 South Ave., Oct 23. Information: 419-385-6905.
t Crafters Wanted for Craft Show at Calvary Bible Chapel, 3740 West Alexis Rd., Nov. 5 and 6. Call 419-472-9765, ext. 100.
t St. Mark Art, Craft Show, 611 Woodville Rd., Nov. 6. Crafters needed: 419-693-1689 or 419-693-8554.
t Craft Show at Lutheran Home at Toledo, 131 North Wheeling St., Oregon, Nov. 13 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Crafters needed: 419-693-0751 ext. 217.
t Crafters Needed for Angel Wings On Lagrange Winter Fest, Dec. 18 from 10 a.m.-6 p.m., booth rental $25, hand-made holiday items. Information 419-244-0919.
t Maumee Bay Country Quilters Guild, 6:45 p.m. Tuesdays at St. Charles Hospital Oregon Room, Navarre Avenue. $3. Open to all. Information: 419-698-2755.
Education
t College Night for non-traditional students, a program through the Toledo-Lucas County Public Library, Sept. 21 from 5-8:30 p.m. in the McMaster Family Center for Lifelong Learning at the main library, 325 North Michigan St. Representatives from 10 local colleges and universities discuss the unique opportunities available to adult students. Information: 419-259-5297.
t Building the Literature Habit Sept. 25, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Toledo-Lucas County Public Library, 325 Michigan St. Workshop provides teachers with practical ideas for making children's literature an integral part of the total curriculum. $15; open to the public. Registration required by Sept. 17: 419-259-5388.
t Community Writers' Workshop for area residents who enjoy writing short prose or poetry, Owens Community College, College Hall Room 156-D, , 6-9 p.m., Sept. 20 and 27. Information: 567-661-7385 or 1-800-GO-OWENS ext. 7385.
t Northwest Ohio Writers Forum Sept. 18, 10 a.m.-noon at Sanger branch library, 3030 West Central Ave. Free and open to the public. Information: 419-666-7120 or visit www.nwowf.com.
t Marriage Workshop at Cardinal Stritch High School cafeteria, Pickle at Coy roads, 7-9 p.m. Sept. 20, 27, Oct. 4 and 11. Cost per couple for all four sessions is $50. Register: 419-698-1519.
t ElderVision classes at Lourdes College, 6832 Convent Blvd. One-day trips and special programs for active adults beginning in October. Information: 419-824-3707 or gburke@lourdes.edu or visit www.lourdes.edu/eldervision.htm.
t English for Speakers of Other Languages offered through Washington Local Adult Basic and Literacy Education, 3939 Wrenwood Rd., Monday through Thursday 9:15-11 45 a.m. or 1-3:30 p.m. Information: 419-473-2364.
t Fast Track GED Class for those adults who are almost ready for the test. Class includes test-taking strategies, math brush-up and taking the practice test. Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1-4 p.m. Information: 419-473-2364.
t GED Test preparation offered at Washington Local Adult Basic and Literacy Education, Westwood Building, 3939 Wrenwood Rd., Tuesdays and Thursdays,1-4 p.m. Information: 419-473-2364.
t Health Career Fair at Owens Community College, Tuesday from noon-3 p.m. in the Student Health and Activities Center. Owens students will have a chance to speak with Northwest Ohio's health care community about various career oportunities. Information: 567-661-7501 or 1-800-GO-OWENS ext. 7501.
t High School Writer's Workshop for high school students who enjoy discussions about writing, Owens Community College, College Hall room 156-D, 6-8 p.m. Tuesdays in September. Register: 567-661-7385 or 1-800-GO-OWENS, ext. 7385.
t Project Succeed opportunities for those who have lost financial support, to become financially self-sufficient through education and career decisions. Information: Catharine S. Eberly Center for Women at the University of Toledo, 419-530-8570.
t Star Gazer Friday evening family program, 7:30 p.m. through Oct. 8, University of Toledo's Ritter Planetarium & Brooks Observatory. So, You Want to Be an Astronomer Saturday family program through Sept. 25 at 1 p.m., $4/adults, $3/seniors and ages 4-12. Free for ages 3 and under. Information: 419-530-4037.
Employment Resources
t Employment Resource Center, 10 a.m. to noon Tuesdays, St. Stephen Church, 7800 Erie St., Sylvania. Free help with resumes, interview skills, networking. Budget and debt counseling available. Information: 419-885-1551.
t One stop employment and training in Lucas and Wood counties. Toledo: 419-245-2950 or 419-865-7248; Wood Co.: 419-352-4172.
t YW Child Care Connections nonprofit resource and referral agency provides assistance in locating affordable child care. Call Toledo office at 419-255-5519 or 1-800-632-3052, Wood County 419-353-7801 or 1-800-632-3053, and Ottawa County 419-732-7807 or 1-877-228-1700.
Exchange students
t Adventures in Real Communication, year program, looking for host families for teenage foreign exchange students. Information: 419-698-5513.
t ASSE International Student Exchange Program looking for host families for boys and girls ages 15 to 18 from various countries. Each student is fully insured, and host families select student. Call 419-874-0043 or 1-800-736-1760.
t Cultural Homestay International, a non-profit educational foundation, seeks host families for international high school students for the 2004-5 school year. Provide room, food and supportive environment. Students arrive in August, speak English and attend neighborhood schools. Have own spending money and health insurance. Information: 1-800-210-6080.
t EF Foundation for Foreign Study seeks host families for high school foreign exchange students from around the world. Information: 419-836-1528 or 419-868-8880; toll free at 1-800-498-2487.
t World Heritage seeks local host families for high school boys and girls from various countries. Information: 1-800-888-9040 or visit www.world-heritage.org.
t Youth For Understanding International Exchange Student seeks host families for students from various countries. Details: 1-800-833-6243.
Festivals
t St. Catherine of Siena Church Festival at 4555 North Haven Ave., 6 p.m.-midnight Friday; 2 p.m.-midnight Saturday; and noon-9 p.m. Sunday. Friday evening poker, arcade games for teens, bingo, entertainment, awesome boutique, baked goods and lots of food.
t Harrison Rally Day 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, downtown Perrysburg. Parade, craft vendors, juried and non-juried fine arts, Taste of Perrysburg food court, quilt show, and activities for children. Youth bands performs noon to 4 p.m.
t Rockin' at RiverPlace 7 p.m. Saturday to 1 a.m. Sunday, Shoppes at RiverPlace, State Rte. 25 and Eckel Junction Rd, north of I-475 in Perrysburg Township. Food, drink, and live music. Open to 21 years and older. $3. Information: 419-874-9147.
t Fossil Fest 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Sylvania Historical Village, 5717 North Main St. Fossil-laden shale at the village for the dig. Geologists on hand to identify the types of fossils found. Dino egg hunt for children 5 years and under at 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Dino Run at 12:15 p.m. for ages 6-10 years. Demonstrations and exhibits by rock, gem and mineral clubs, vendors, and children's games. Free. Information: 419-882-4865.
t Wander the Warehouse District tour of recently renovated dwellings and work spaces, art fair and pancake breadfast, Sunday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. beginning at the corner of Lafayette and St. Clair streets. Tickets needed for the breakfast and tour of lofts, offices and homes; other activities free. Tickets at DownTown Latte, 44 St. Clair St., and other downtown locations. Informaton: 419-255-7100.
t Monarch butterfly release, weather permitting, noon Sept. 25 at the Butterfly House and Garden Center, 11455 Obee Rd., Whitehouse. Hundreds of locally raised butterflies to be released to begin their migration to Mexico. Details: 419-877-2733.
t An Autumn Affair of The Arts and Flowers, Sept. 25 and 26 at Hoen's orchards, 1710 Perrysburg-Holland Rd, Holland. Art and craft show 10 a.m.-5 p.m., all-day activities for kids including pumpkin face-painting, straw maze, pony rides, hay rides, free refreshments. Specials on shrubs and perennials.
Health
t Lecture on PHN, a painful condition that can strike people with shingles or chicken pox virus, given by Dr. Philip Lepkowski, Monday at 10 a.m. at Senior Centers Inc., 2308 Jefferson Ave. Space is limited: 419-242-9511.
t Learn at Lunch program for families of Alzheimer's disease patients 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Sept. 23 at the Alzheimer's Association, Northwest Ohio Chapter office, 2500 North Reynolds Rd. Information on the latest findings regarding research and medications. Lunch provided; reservations required and if respite care is needed: 419-537-1999 or 1-800-441-3322.
t First Aid class by American Heart Association at the Mercy Memorial Hospital Education Department/Training Center, 718 North Macomb St., Monroe, Mich., 8 a.m.-noon on Wednesday. $40 per person, pre-registration required by tomorrow: 734-240-4470.
t Aquatic arthritis and tai chi in a warm water therapeutic pool at Anne Grady Center, 1525 Eber Rd. Information: 419-866-6500, ext. 214.
t Aquatic exercise classes, prenatal aquatics, fitness classes and tai chi at St. Charles Mercy Hospital. Information: 419-696-7203 for aquatic classes; 419-696-7412 for prenatal and fitness classes; 419-537-0131 for tai chi.
t Aquatic exercise classes, 2-3 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays at the University of Toledo. $40 for one month. Prescription from physician required. Information: 419-530-2731.
t Brown Bag seminars presented free by University of Toledo Eberly Center for Women, 12:30 p.m. Today: "Hot Flash Stories or Are Menopausal Women Causing Global Warming?" Information: 419-530-8570.
t Diabetes education group meets 7 p.m. on the third Thursday each month at the Washington branch library, 5560 Harvest Lane. Information: 419-841-5992 ext. 6744.
t First Aid and CPR certification classes offered by Safety Council of Northwest Ohio, 8015 Rinker Pointe Court. Information: 419-662-7777.
t CPR Class at Mercy Memorial Hospital Community Training Center in Monroe, Mich., 718 North Macomb St., 8 a.m.-3 p.m. on Sept. 25. $40, space limited: 734-240-4470.
t Focus on Healing, therapeutic exercise class for those with chronic illnesses and those who want to stay fit. Medical College of Ohio on Tuesday mornings and Thursday evenings, and Wednesday mornings at St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center. Information: 419-345-3986.
t Healing care programs to help families through the cancer experience, by ProMedica Cancer Center. Tai Chi, meditation, understanding medicines, vitamins and herbs, yoga. Information: 419-291-5899.
t Health lectures noon on Wednesdays, St. James Club, 7337 West Bancroft St., Springfield Township. Information: 419-841-5597.
t Hypnosis clinics to stop smoking or lose weight, American Lung Association. $50. Information: 1-800-231-5864.
t Psychotherapy analysis at the Center for the Study of Experiential Psychotherapy at the University of Toledo, in exchange for participation in research (videotaping of sessions, completing questionnaires). Information: 419-530-4014.
t Smoking cessation program at Toledo Hospital offers a series of four classes each month for $58. Day and evening classes available. Information: 419-291-8033 or 419-291-4474.
t Smoke Stoppers Staying Stopped 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesdays, St. Charles Mercy Hospital, 2600 Navarre Ave., Oregon.
t Stretch and Strengthen, free class at Bay Park Community Hospital, 2801 Bay Park Dr., Oregon, in the Great Lakes Conference Center. Open to ages 18 and older, 9:30 -11 a.m. today. Other health classes available include child birth, smoking cessation, and diabetes. Information: 419-690-7979.
t Ultrasound screenings at Mercy Women's Care at St. Charles Mercy Hospital. Test to detect abnormal bone mass density in women over age 45. Registration: 419-251-4000.
Reunions
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Support Groups
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Volunteers
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