What's on: Wood County

4/13/2005

Bowling Green

t Bingo at 7 p.m. Wednesdays, VFW Post 1148 at 719 South Main; doors open 5:30 p.m.

t Meditation, poetry and prose readings, 7 p.m. Fridays at 313 Thurstin. Readings at 8 p.m. Information: 419-378-2500.

Grand Rapids

t Auditions for the musical The Music Man, 1-3 p.m. Saturday and 2-4 p.m. Sunday at the theater, second floor of Town Hall building. Be prepared to read and take a song to perform. Information: 419-878-6826.

t Ham loaf and potatoes dinner, 5-7 p.m. Saturday at Calvary United Methodist Church, 24362 West Third St. Dessert included. Adults/$6, child/$3.

t Noon lunches for seniors 60 and older, Fridays, Hosanna Lutheran Church, 239019 Kellogg St. Donation $2. Information: 1-800-367-4935.

Holland

t●Rummage/bake sale 9 a.m.-5 p.m. today and tomorrow and 9 a.m.-noon Saturday at New Hope Christian Church, 2457 Holloway Rd.

t●Book discussion: The Life of Pi by Yann Martel, 10 a.m. April 22 at Holland branch library, 1032 South McCord Rd. Copies available at library.

t●Maumee River Crossing project, a talk by Joe Rutherford of ODOT, 1:30-3:30 p.m. April 22 at Lutheran Village at Wolf Creek chapel, 2001 Perrysburg-Holland Rd. Free to the public. Reservations by Wednesday: 419-861-5619.

Maumee

t Used book sale 8 a.m.-3 p.m. today and tomorrow, St. Luke's Hospital auditorium, 5901 Monclova Rd. Bag sale tomorrow.

t Pigs 'n blanket dinner 5-8 p.m. Saturday at American Legion Post 320, at 204 Illinois Ave. Adults/$6; seniors/$5.50; child/$4.50.

t Celebrating Spring tea 1-2:30 p.m. Wednesday, Wolcott House Museum, 1031 River Rd. Sandwiches, treats, quilting exhibit. $12 in advance; $15 at door. Information: 419-893-9602.

Perrysburg

t Osama, a 2003 foreign film, 7 p.m. tomorrow at Way Public Library, upper level auditorium, 101 East Indiana Ave. Story of an Afghani mother and daughter trying to survive under the Taliban, with subtitles. Admission and refreshments are free.

t Young Artist Series recital, 3 p.m. Sunday at Way Public Library, 101 East Indiana Ave. Reception follows free concert by soprano Kisma Jordan and countertenor Rizo Arellano.

t Healthy Hearts women's step aerobics, 9-10 a.m. Mondays and Thursdays at First Baptist Church, 590 West South Boundary. Register: 419-874-3546.

t Children's dance, arts, acting classes by Perrysburg Area Arts Council. Register: 419-873-ARTS.

t 577 Foundation classes for April: family pottery, rug hooking, kids in the kitchen. To register: 419-874-4174.

Reynolds Corners

t●Birthday cake, family activities for the 20th anniversary of Reynolds Corners branch library, 7 p.m. today, 4833 Dorr St. Registration required.

t●Internet 101 for seniors at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Reynolds Corners branch library, 4833 Dorr St. Free E-Mail for seniors at 2 p.m. April 27. Information: 419-259-5320

Rossford

t Rossford schools kindergarten screening: 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday-Wednesday at Bulldog Hall, 719 Dixie. Appointments: 419-662-3051, ext. 222.

t All Saints Catholic School registration, preschool through grade 8, 630 Lime City Rd. Information: 419-661-2070 or www.all-saintscatholic.org

t Spongebob Squarepants movie, 4-5:30 p.m. Tuesday at Rossford Public Library, 720 Dixie Hwy. Popcorn and movie free, but must register.

t Paws with a Heart: reading/listening dogs will be at the Rossford Public Library, 720 Dixie Hwy., 7 p.m. and 7:25 p.m. Tuesdays from April 19-May 24. Children read to a dog of their choice; advance registration required: 419-666-0924.

t Bingo Thursdays 8 p.m. at All Saints Catholic Church McAlear Center, 628 Lime City Rd. Doors open 5 p.m.; early bird at 6 p.m. Information: 419-666-1393.

Spencer Twp.

t●Clean-up project at Kitty Todd Preserve 10 a.m. Saturday at 10420 Old State Line Rd. Help remove debris and overgrown shrubs. Bring lunch and shears. Native plant and flower garden cleanup, 10 a.m. April 23. Prepare the demonstration garden for the preserve's opening on May 1. Register: 1-877-TNS-OHIO, ext. 42.

t●Herbs through History 7 p.m. April 21 at Lamb Center, Side Cut Metropark, 1025 West River Rd., Maumee. A narrative on herbs. Early Birds at Sidecut, 9-10:30 a.m. April 23. Search for early migrating birds; dress for wet walking.

Swanton

t●Sea creatures 4 p.m. tomorrow, Swanton Public Library, 305 Chestnut St. Program for grades 4-6 to learn about strange and fun creatures of the sea. Registration required: 419-826-2760.

t●Once Upon a Story for ages 3-5: Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m., 7 p.m. on Wednesdays, and 10:30 a.m. on Fridays in the Swanton Public Library children's program room, 305 Chestnut St.

t●Teen poetry slam 6:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Swanton Public Library, 305 Chestnut St. Teens participate or cheer for poets. Deadline to apply is Monday. Information: 419-826-2760.

t●Cross country bicycle trek program, 7 p.m. April 21, Swanton Public Library, 305 Chestnut St. Multi-media presentation by Larry Lindsay on his 3,800-mile trip from Seattle to Bar Harbor, Maine. Information: 419-826-2760.

t●Babysitting Clinic 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 23, Swanton Public Library, 305 Chestnut St. Participants must be 11 years old by April 23 to attend. Babysitting certification through the Fulton County Health Center. $15. Registration: 419-826-2760.

t●Book discussion of Ellen Foster by Kaye Gibbons, 7 p.m. April 26 and 3 p.m. April 27, Swanton Public Library, 305 Chestnut St.

t●Cinco de Mayo 4 p.m. April 29, Swanton Public Library, 305 Chestnut. Grades K-2 learn about this Mexican holiday, make necklaces, and take home a pinata. Registration required: 419-826-2760.

t●Retirement reception for children's librarian Janet Porazinski, 2-4 p.m. May 1, Swanton Public Library's children's room, 305 Chestnut St. She is retiring after 16 years. Open to the public; refreshments served. Information: 419-826-2760.

Tontogany

t●Euchre tournament 7:30 p.m. April 15 by Sons of the American Legion, 18086 Tontogany St. Register at 7 p.m. Food available. Entry fee, $4.

t●Bingo 6:45 p.m. Thursdays, American Legion Post 441 at 18086 Tontogany St.

Waterville

t Anthony Wayne Schools informational meeting for all parents of prospective kindergarten students at 7 p.m. April 26 at Waterville Primary School, 457 Sycamore Lane. All parents of prospective students encouraged to attend. Screening will be the first two weeks of May.

t Anthony Wayne Schools community meeting about facilities expansion plans, 7 p.m. April 27 at Waterville Primary School community room, 457 Sycamore Lane.

t Kindergarten registration for Anthony Wayne school district: informational meeting for parents April 26 at 7 p.m. at Waterville Primary School, 457 Sycamore.

t Wolf Stands on Two Feet, a free history talk by Doug Bahnsen, 7 p.m. Wednesday at Wakeman Hall, 401 Farnsworth Rd. Sponsored by the Waterville Historical Society.

t Puppet show and craft 7 p.m. Wednesday, Waterville branch library, 800 Michigan. Registration: 419-878-3055.

t Parents' Night Out 6:30-9 p.m. Saturday at Waterville United Methodist Church, 102 North Fifth St. Children ages 12 months to 10 years activities and snacks. Free, but reservations required: 419-878-2696.

t Waterville community garage sales: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. May 6-7. To be included on the map, pick up and return registration forms to the Waterville Chamber of Commerce by Wednesday.

Whitehouse

t Anthony Wayne Schools meetings about facilities expansion plans, 7 p.m. Wednesday at Whitehouse School gym, 6510 Texas St. Open to all Annthony Wayne community members.

t Big breakfast 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Sunday at American Legion Post 384 at 6910 Providence Rd. $5/adults; $4/seniors; $2/child.

t Government food distribution: 10-11 a.m. April 18 and the third Monday each month at Zion United Methodist Church, 10926 Maumee St., for Anthony Wayne Local School District residents. Food pantry open to school district residents, 10 a.m.-noon April 19 and the first and third Tuesdays each month. Information: 419-877-5820.

t Storytelling 7 p.m. Tuesdays, Whitehouse Community Library community room, 10651 Waterville. Preschool stories, 10:30 a.m. Thursdays. Volunteers needed: 419-877-2900.

t Bookmobile from Toledo-Lucas County Public Library each Wednesday: 3:30-4:30 p.m. at Chateau Estates Mobile Home Park, 10430 Airport Hwy.; 4:50-5:20 p.m. at Anthony Wayne Shopping Center, Weckerly and Finzel roads; 6:30-7:30 p.m. at Westwyck Subdivision, Wyndham and Westwyck Drive; and 7:30-8 p.m. at New Village Hall, 6925 Providence. Books, movies, music available. Library cards processed the same day.

Wood County

t Intermediate mountain dulcimer 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday at park district, 18729 Mercer Rd., Bowling Green. $50 with capo, $35 without capo. You must have your own dulcimer. Register: www.wcparks.org or 1-800-321-1897 in advance.

t Nature center grand opening 11 a.m.-1 p.m. April 23 at W.W. Knight Nature Preserve, 29530 White St., Perrysburg. Register: www.wcparks.org or 1-800-321-1897 two days in advance.

t Salamander Meander for ages 6-12, Saturday at 10 a.m. at Rudolph Savanna area; meet at Rudolph Road access, 14050 Mermill, Rudolph. Earthday Extravaganza for ages 3-5 1/2 with an adult, 10 a.m. April 21 at park district, 18729 Mercer, Bowling Green. Register: www.wcparks.org or 1-800-321-1897 two days in advance.

t Floodplain clean up, 10 a.m.-noon Saturday at Otsego Park, 20000 West River Rd., Bowling Green. Native planting project, 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at the agricultural incubator, 13737 Middleton Pike, Bowling Green. Register: www.wcparks.org or call 1-800-321-1897 two days in advance. Canceled in bad weather.

t Vintage baseball players needed to play games by the rules of the 1860s. First game, 1 p.m. April 24 at Wintergarden Park in Bowling Green. Enroll: 419-352-0967.

t Boomers and Beyond Conference and Extravaganza: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. April 30 at Bowling Green High School, 530 West Poe Rd. Health and wellness promotion, screenings, exhibitor booths, lunch, entertainment. $10/seniors 60 plus; $15/under age 60. Sold until April 22 at Wood County senior centers and Wood County Sky Banks.

t Free air conditioners for Wood County residents ages 62 or older who apply before May 31 and who meet certain income requirements. Call 1-800-775-9767 and ask for Sue or Tony.

Toledo

t Euchre tournament: 7:30 p.m. tomorrow at Knights of Columbus Hall, 4256 Secor. Entry, $5.

t Puppets by Joyce Davis for the family, 2:30 p.m. Saturday at Toledo-Lucas County Public Library, 325 Michigan St.

t Bullying, a talk by Suzanne McFarland of Defiance College, 7 p.m. today at WGTE-TV, 1270 South Detroit. For parents and child-care providers. Adults only. Reservations: 419-380-4640.

t Create your resume using Microsoft Word 2000, 11 a.m.-noon today at Toledo-Lucas County Public Library, 325 North Michigan St., and at South branch library, 1739 Broadway St. Must be familiar with basic word processing. Must register.

t The Gold Rush, a Charlie Chaplin silent film, 7:30 p.m. tomorrow at First Congregational Church sanctuary, 2315 Collingwood Rd. Reception follows in Fellowship Hall. Donation, $10/adults; $5/child.

t Spring book sale 9 a.m.-5 p.m. tomorrow and Saturday at Toledo-Lucas County Public Library, 325 Michigan St., Sky Bank meeting room.

t Flea market/rummage sale, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. tomorrow and 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday at Ohio Theatre, 3114 Lagrange St. Pancake breakfast 8:30-10:30 a.m. Saturday, $5. Child under age 10/$2.

t●Spring dinner dance 6-10 p.m. Saturday, Friendship Park Senior Center, 2930 131st St. Pizza at 6 p.m.; music at 7 p.m. Dinner dance tickets, $8; dance only, $5. Tickets: 419-936-3079.

t Genetically engineered food, The Future of Food, a documentary film, 6:30 p.m. Monday at the Toledo-Lucas County Public Library, 324 North Michigan St., McMaster Center. Free.

t American Legion Post 642 dinners: spaghetti and meatballs, 4-7 p.m. Saturday, and swiss steak 4-7 p.m. April 23 at the post, 2810 Airport Hwy.

t Spaghetti dinner 1-6 p.m. Sunday at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 1702 Upton Ave. $5.

t St. Adalbert Parish breakfast 8-11 a.m. Sunday at 3233 Lagrange St.

t Polish meatloaf dinner 4 p.m. April 21 at VFW Post 5530, 415 East Central Ave. $7.

t Spring card party 2-5 p.m. April 24 at St. Clement Community Center, 2990 Tremainsville. Tallies, $7, includes hot lunch. Information: 419-475-3628.

t Dia de los Ninos; Dia de los Libros 1-4 p.m. April 23 at South branch library, 1736 Broadway St. Ballet Folklorico Imagenes Mexicanas performs at 1 p.m. Nana Mariposa storyteller at 2 p.m. Paper flower craft at 3 p.m. Refreshments provided. Information: 419-259-5395.

t Spring into Art exhibit at Toledo-Lucas County Public Library, 325 North Michigan St., through April 30. Features art quilts by Joan Rigal, raku ceramics by Olga Nagorny, and glass art by Mike Wallace. Teen art show through April 21 on the second floor.

t Youth basketball/softball registration for teams of ages 8 and under, 10 and under, 12 and under, and 14 and under for boys basketball/girls softball. Call 419-936-2877.

t Learn hip hop dance, cheer moves, and athletic skills: Saturday classes for ages 6-16 beginning May 14 and June 25 at Common Space Martin School, 10 South Holland-Sylvania Rd. $30 for six weeks. To register, e-mail mscrystina@aol.com or call 419-699-2040.

t What Freedom Means to Me, essay contest for grades K-12, through May 6, sponsored by the Toledo-Lucas County Public Library, 325 Michigan St. Cash prizes awarded. Get entry forms from the libraries. Parent/guardian signature required.

t●Thrift Shop, St. Lucas Lutheran Church, 10 a.m.-noon Wednesdays, 745 Walbridge Ave. Clothing, dishes, linen, kitchen ware. Most items $1.

t Breakfast the first and third Saturdays through May, 8-11 a.m. at Unity United Methodist Church, 441 Oakdale Ave. Adults/$5.50, child/$2.50; senior citizens/$5.

t●Know It Now on-line information assistance, available 24-hours at www.toledolibrary.org. Specialized homework assistance, 2-10 p.m. daily. Call 419-259-5266.

t Aerobic dance, firming and toning exercises for ages 40 and up, 6:15 p.m. Wednesdays, Toledo Yacht Club in Bayview Park. Information: 419-381-1956.

t Food, clothing giveaway 9-11 a.m. the third Saturday each month at Christian Community Church, 2500 Nebraska Ave.

t Storytime with Red Robin 10 a.m.-10:45 a.m. Saturdays at Red Robin restaurant, 4850 Monroe St. Games, crafts.

Areawide

t Hero Awards Banquet tonight at The Pinnacle, 1772 Indian Wood Circle, Maumee. Dinner at 6:30 p.m. Tickets, $20. Open to all. Information: 419-662-7777.

t Dahlia root sales Sunday and May 22 at the Toledo Botanical Garden conference center, 5403 Elmer Dr. Sponsored by the Toledo Dahlia Society. Open to the public 2-4 p.m.

t Chinese Culture and Art exhibition reception, Sunday at 4 pm. at the University of Toledo's Multicultural Student Center in the student union, room 2500. Exhibition is through April 29, sponsored by the Chinese Association of Greater Toledo and UT Multicultural Student Center.

t Outstanding Service award celebration to honor police, fire and emergency medical professionals April 22 at Owens Community College in audio/visual classroom center rooms 125-128 starting at 8 a.m. Public invited; reservations needed: 567-661-7410.

t DeVilbiss High School Alumni Committee accepting nominations for: outstanding athlete while attending school and outstanding achievement in career or community service. Nominees can be graduates from the 1930s through the 1980s. Forms available at the Sanger Branch Library, 3030 West Central. Deadline is May 1.

t Quilt Exhibit at the Wolcott House Museum, 1031 River Rd., Maumee, during museum hours. "Stitches Through Time: An Exhibit of Quilting and Quilt Making." Tours: 12:30, 2:30 p.m.

Benefits

t Rose Sale by Maumee Kiwanis for various charitable purposes within the community. Order red American beauties from Bartz Viviano by tomorrow; delivery April 22. $16 per dozen: 419-893-2348.

t Spaghetti Dinner benefit for Jason Lombardo is Saturday noon-6 p.m. at The Bottom Line, 2053 Starr Ave., Oregon. $20, kids free. Tickets at the door. Information: 419-259-6217.

t Keys to the Future Central Catholic High School Gospel Choir's black tie scholarship and fund-raising dinner, 5 p.m. Saturday in the school's Sullivan Center. Speaker is David Saunders, vice president of service operations for Sara Lee Coffee and Tea and member of the Class of 1969.

t Auction at Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 4030 Douglas, Saturday starting at 6 p.m. Dinner, $8. Proceeds to the Deborah House Center in Romania. Tickets: 419-473-1294.

t St. Jude Dream Home raffle tickets for a home in the Brint Crossing subdivision in Sylvania. Proceeds benefit St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Memphis, Tenn. Drawing is Sunday. Tickets at Meijer stores or 1-800-831-7061.

t Tamarack Leadership Dinner by The Black Swamp Area Council Boy Scouts of America, Monday at Founder's Hall in Archbold. Dinner, speakers, awards. Open to anyone; $150 per person. All proceeds go to help youth in council. Information: 419-592-0861.

t Colors For Cures dinner, style show and auction to benefit the American Cancer Society, April 21 at Gladieux Meadows, 4480 Heatherdowns Blvd. Features cancer survivors modeling fashions. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and dinner is at 6:30 p.m. Tickets: 419-891-9200.

t Dart Frog Dash, 5K Run/Walk or 1K Kids' Run, sponsored by Mercy Children's Hospital, April 23 at the Toledo Zoo beginning at 8:15 a.m. Registration starts at 7:30 a.m. at the Nairobi Events Pavilion. Registration forms available in the visitor services lobby. Information: 419-385-5721, ext. 2091 or www.toledozoo.org.

t Golf Outing for muscular dystrophy sponsored by Bowling Green State University Kappa Alpha Order, April 23 at Forrest Creason Golf Course, Poe Road, Bowling Green. Proceeds go to sending children to camp, purchase of wheelchairs and braces, clinic visits, support groups and more. Information: 419-866-9289.

t March of Dimes WalkAmerica in downtown Toledo on April 24 to raise research funds to fight premature birth. Walk a 3-mile or 7-mile course, finish at Fifth Third Field where refreshments will be available. Registration: www.walkamerica.org or 1-800-525-WALK.

t Polish dinner to raise funds to build a ministry conference center for pastors in Gryvow, Poland, Grace Church, 3700 Dorr St., 6:30 p.m. April 24. Dinner includes Kielbasa, sweet and sour cabbage, baked chicken. Orders and reservations needed by April 18: 419-535-0060.

t Chopper Dropper sponsored by Clay High School Alumni and Friends Association for scholarships, 6 p.m.-midnight April 30 at Chippewa Golf Course, 23550 State Rt. 579 West. Balls dropped from helicopter win cash prizes for being closest to the pin. Tickets include hall of fame ceremony, dancing, grazing, beverages, scholarship auction. Information: 419-693-0661.

t Maplewood Elementary PTA looking for donations for a raffle at the school carnival May 6 at 6769 Maplewood, Sylvania. Donations of items, gift certificates, services or coupons for free food or merchandise appreciated. Information: 419-824-8613.

t Tri-Adventure Race to benefit Hostelling International, 8 a.m. May 14 at Independence Dam State Park, 27722 St. Rt. 424, Defiance. Teams or solo, beginning with canoeing or kayaking, then backpacking and biking. Canoes available for rent; volunteers needed. Information: 419-826-5182 or go to www.freewheel.com/hiayh.

Camps

t Gene Parker Jazz Camp for students ages 13 and up, at Perrysburg High School June 20-24. One-week intense study of jazz, improvisation techniques and ensemble playing. Applications available at Way Public Library in Perrysburg and at the Perrysburg Arts Council office. Information: 419-873-ARTS.

t Childrens' Art Summer Camp July 11-15 or July 18-22 at Toledo Botanical Garden, 5403 Elmer. By Toledo Artists' Club. Information: 419-841-8153.

t Northwest Ohio Conservation Camp at 4-H Camp Palmer near Harrison Lake State Park in Fayette, June 8-11. Open to youth ages 9 -14 who live in NW Ohio and Southeast Michigan. $88 for the session. Registration: the Soil and Water Conservation District at 419-893-1966.

t Summer Day Camp offered by Rossford Recreation Department June 3-Aug. 12. Daily activities calendar provided: 419-666-2905.

Clubs

t Bedford Artists' Club will meet 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Bedford Branch Library, 8575 Jackman, Temperance. Aaron Bevins will demonstrate using acrylics. Information: 734-847-7798.

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. Open to all. Information: 419-865-8848.

t Expectant Mothers Group at Living Faith United Methodist Church, 1240 Columbus, Holland. Free to expectant mothers.

t Fine Arts Association meets the first Tuesday each month 7-9 p.m. at Delta Memorial Hall, 401 Main, Delta. Carol VandenBoss of Adrian, Mich., is the featured artist of the month at Dee's Art & Angles, 327 Main, Delta. Information: 419-822-9725.

t Glass City Miniatures Guild meets 7 p.m. every third Tuesday, Toledo Botanical Garden conference center, 5403 Elmer. Information: 419-936-2986.

t Grand Rapids Sportsmen's Club dance on Friday and Saturday nights, open to all for $5; members free. Information: 419-832-9915.

t Greater Toledo Civil War Roundtable will meet today at the Navarre Park Shelter House, near corner of Navarre and White, starting at 7:30 p.m. with a program on the "Aftermath of Gettysburg" beginning at 8:10 p.m. Free, open to the public.

t Int'l Association of Animal Massage and Bodywork Conference, April 22-24 at the Clarion Westgate. Learn about equine/canine massage, homeopathy, hair testing, canine iridology, reflexology. Register: 419-475-3539.

t Kaffeestunde German coffee hour, 2-3 p.m. Tuesdays during the college semester, room 2562, Student Union at University of Toledo Bancroft campus. Open to those interested in speaking German. Information: 419-530-2649.

t Lions Club of Bedford dinner meeting, first and third Wednesday each month at Erie Restaurant, 9788 Dixie Hwy., Erie, Mich. Call 734-856-7985.

t Lutheran Home at Toledo Coffee Club, second Thursday each month, 1:30 p.m. in the Assisted Living dining room, 131 North Wheeling, Oregon. Information: 419-693-0751, ext. 246.

t Maumee Bay Country Quilters Guild meets 6:45 p.m. Tuesdays at St. Charles Mercy Hospital, Oregon Room, Navarre Avenue, Oregon. Guest fee $3. Information: 419-698-2755.

t Maumee Valley Model Boat Club, 7 p.m. first Wednesday each month at Gander Mountain Sporting Goods, 1320 South Holland-Sylvania. Information: 419-472-1331.

t Maumee Valley T's (Ford Model T Club), 7 p.m. the third Wednesday each month at Brondes Ford, 1511 Reynolds, Maumee. Info: 419-877-0513.

t Maumee VFW meets 7 p.m. the first and third Tuesday each month at 314 Illinois, Maumee. Military personnel with combat infantryman and combat medic badges from the Army or combat action ribbons from Navy, Marines, Coast Guard are welcome. All veterans welcome. Call 419-878-8091.

t Mothers of Preschoolers, CrossRoads Community Church, 1590 West Temperance Rd., Temperance, 9:30-11:30 a.m. April 19-20 and May 3-4.

t Mudjaw Bowmen Archery Club, reverse raffle on Saturday beginning at 5:30 p.m. at 6240 Benore Rd. $40 includes catered meal and a raffle ticket. Information: 419-243-1191.

t Naturalists' Camera Club of Toledo, 7:30 p.m. the second Friday each month, Secor Metropark, National Center for Nature Photography, 10000 Central, Berkey. Information: 419-474-2911 or www.naturalistcameraclub.com.

t Needle Arts Guild of Toledo meets 6:30 p.m. the second Wednesday each month in the Conference Center, Toledo Botanical Garden, 5403 Elmer. Information: 419-832-3801.

t New Neighbors League Club hosts interest groups and special activities for those new to the area, including monthly luncheons with speakers. Information: 419-841-5642.

t Old Newsboys Goodfellows Association luncheon meetings, Michael's Bar and Grill, 901 Monroe, noon the first and third Friday each month. Information: 419-381-0755.

t Oregon/Northwood Rotary meets Thursdays at Cousino's, 1842 Woodville. Breakfast at 7:45 a.m., meeting at 8 a.m.

t Pals of Long Ago Remembering Athletic Club meets the second Saturday of each month, 9:30 a.m. for breakfast, Zenobia Shrine Temple, 1511 Madison.

t Parents Without Partners meets the first Thursday of the month at Grace Lutheran Church, 4441 Monroe, at 7 p.m. Information: 419-381-1338.

t Real Estate Investors Association, 6:30 p.m. the second Tuesday each month, in the Gesu Church Sullivan Center, 2049 Parkside. Information: 419-861-3870.

t St. Vincent De Paul 55 Club meets Tuesday. "Hats On Parade" and blood pressure taken 9:30-11:30 a.m. Lunch at noon. Bingo after the meeting.

t Samagama Club will meet Wednesday at Noon at the Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 4030 Douglas Rd., $7 reservation is due by Friday. Information call 419-893-7374.

t Saturday Art Club at Common Space Center for Creativity, 1700 North Reynolds, 9:30 a.m.-noon. Open to ages 5 through adults; drop-in and pay-as-you-go program offers instruction in painting, drawing and clay. $7/members, $8/visitors. Information: 419-531-2046.

t Singles dance every Thursday at 7 p.m. at The Frog II, 5120 Woodville, Northwood. Information: 419-862-0098.

t Singles group at Pilgrim Church of the United Church of Christ, 1375 Sylvania. Information: 419-537-9220.

t Stamp Collectors Club of Toledo meets first and third Thursdays at Wernert's Corner Civic Association Hall, 5068 Douglas. Doors open 6:30 p.m., April 21 meeting is the Spring Bourse. There will be no business meeting, members become dealers for the night, public is invited. Information: 419-691-1657.

t Teen Arts Council Fridays 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Common Space, 1700 North Reynolds. Visual arts, literary arts, performing arts. All supplies included. Information: 419-531-2046.

t Toledo Camera Club meets 7:30 p.m. the second and fourth Monday each month, Toledo Botanical Garden conference center, 5403 Elmer. Visitors welcome. Call 419-478-7594.

t Toledo Mothers of Twins Club, 7:30 p.m. the second Thursday each month at Toledo Hospital, 2142 North Cove. Open to mothers, foster mothers, guardians of multiple births. Information: 419-472-5032.

t Toledo North After 5 Women's Connection will meet from 6:30-8 p.m. today at the Tamaron Country Club, 2162 West Alexis Rd. New shoe fashions. $14, reservations needed: 419-476-1145 or 419-474-9084.

t Toledo Plastic Modelers meet every second and fourth Thursday, 6:30 p.m. at the Gander Mountain store, 320 South Holland-Sylvania. Information: 419-472-9163.

t Toledo Polish Genealogy Society, 9 a.m. April 23 at the Family History Center in Perrysburg. Information: 419-478-1476.

t Toledo Sewing Guild third Monday each month at 6:30 p.m. in the Common Space Library, 1700 North Reynolds.

t Toledo Submariners Scuba Club 7 p.m. the first Monday each month at Damon's Restaurant, 2009 South Reynolds Rd. Information: 419-874-1305.

t TOPICS Camera Club meets 7:30 p.m. the first Wednesday each month through May at Way Public Library, 101 East Indiana, Perrysburg. Open to all photographers. Information: 419-849-3108.

t U.S. Amateur Ballroom Dancers Association establishing a chapter for ballroom dancers in Toledo. Information: 1-800-447-9047 or central-office@usabda.org.

t Voiture 141, 2232 Airport Hwy., pancake or waffle breakfast Sunday from 9 a.m.-noon. $4 with extra charge for sausage or eggs. Open to all.

t Waterville Mothers of Preschoolers meet 9:15-11:30 a.m. May 10 and 24 at Zion Lutheran Church, 22 North Second. Ministry for women with young children. Activities, refreshments. $5 per session. Child care provided. Information: 419-897-9460.

t Welcome Club of Northwest Ohio open to anyone new to the area or those who want to make new friends. Activities include: couples evening bridge, card games, dining out, and golf. Information: 419-872-4987.

t● Women's Connection West meets May 13 at Sylvania Country Club, 5201 Corey Rd. Coffee and juice at 9:15 a.m. followed by brunch, speaker, vocalists, jewelry program. $12. Reservations, cancellations, and complimentary nursery: 419-882-4438 by May 9. Next brunch, June 10.

Concerts

t The Sounds of Spring concert by The Toledo Symphony will be at 4 p.m. April 24 at St. Joan Of Arc Church, 5856 Heatherdowns Blvd. $10.

t Student Chorus Concert at Owens Community College, Center for Fine and Performing Arts Mainstage Theatre, 7-9 p.m. April 25. Information: 567-661-2787.

t Owens Jazz Express at Owens Community College, Center for Fine and Performing Arts Room 111, April 28 from 5 to 6 p.m. Information: 567-661-2787.

t Student Vocal Recital, Owens Community College, Center for Fine and Performing Arts Mainstage Theatre, 7-8:30 p.m. April 28. Information: 567-661-2787.

t Susie Arioli Swing Band at Owens Community College Mainstage Theatre, 8 p.m. April 29. Information: 567-661-2787.

Crafts

t Douglas Road Elementary PTA craft show, Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Crafters: 734-847-5083.

t Spring Craft Show, Franciscan Center, Lourdes College, 6832 Convent Blvd., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, by juried members of the Toledo Craftsman's Guild.

t Crafters needed for Spring Show at Bedford High School, Temperance, Mich., April 30, sponsored by BHS Band and Orchestra Boosters. Call 419-847-6328 or email bedfordbandcraftshow@hotmail.com.

Education

t Adult computer and reading classes by Toledo Public Schools adult and continuing education for free. Information: 419-671-8700.

t Anthony Wayne Schools community meeting about facilities expansion plans, 7 p.m. May 4 at Monclova School community room, 8035 Monclova Rd. Open to all Anthony Wayne community members.

t Art classes Sundays in Frog Towne Square Bay at the Erie Street Market at 237 South Erie. Artist Jan Revill teaches 11 a.m.-3 p.m. for $5. For adults and children age 5 and older.

t Astronomy Programs for Cub Scouts and Brownies at the University of Toledo Ritter Planetarium-Brooks Observatory, 3 p.m. Saturday. Each group gets a star and planet locator for future stargazing. $7 per person, including all adult attendees; seating limited. Reservations: 419-530-2650.

t Brown Bag Seminars discuss topics impacting women, Thursdays 12:30-1:30 p.m., Catharine S. Eberly Center conference room in Tucker Hall, room 180 University of Toledo. Free to the public.

t Children's art classes by Toledo Artists' Club at Toledo Botanical Garden, 5403 Elmer. Advanced drawing and mixed media for ages 5-17. Information: 419-841-8153.

t Community Writer's Workshop, for those who enjoy writing short prose or poetry, 6-9 p.m. Mondays in April at Owens Community College, College Hall Room 156-D, Perrysburg Township. Information: 1-800-GO-OWENS, ext. 7385.

t Dietary Management Certificate program offered by Washington Local Schools Adult Continuing Education, for current or future food service managers in long-term care, acute care, assisted living, schools, correctional institutions, business and industry and other food service settings. Information: 419-473-8466.

t Earth Day Work Day 9-11 a.m. and 1-3:30 p.m. Saturday at Wildwood Preserve, 5100 West Central Ave., in picnic shelter No. 2. Help with planting, prairie restoration, general park clean up. Rain or shine. Check-in 8:30 a.m. for the first session and 12:45 p.m. for the second. Information: 419-407-9700.

t ElderVision classes at Lourdes College, 6832 Convent Blvd. One-day trips and programs for active adults. Information: 419-824-3707 or visit www.lourdes.edu/eldervision.htm.

t English classes for adult speakers of other languages, 6850 Monroe, room 208. Sponsored by Sylvania Schools adult basic and literacy education. Information: 419-824-8539.

t English for Speakers of Other Languages, Mondays-Thursdays, 9:15-11 45 a.m. or 1-3:30 p.m. offered through Washington Local Adult Basic and Literacy Education, 3939 Wrenwood. Call 419-473-2364.

t Frogs and salamanders 9 a.m. Saturday at Oak Openings Preserve Buehner Center, 4139 Girdham Rd., Spencer Township. $5/members; $10/others. Register: 419-407-9700.

t GED test preparation and practice tests for adults, available at 7035 Madison, Holland or at 6850 Monroe, room 210, Sylvania. Call 419-867-5763. Sponsored by Sylvania Schools adult basic, literacy education.

t GED test preparation offered Tuesdays and Thursdays,1-4 p.m. at Washington Local Adult Basic and Literacy Education, Westwood Building, 3939 Wrenwood, Call 419-473-2364.

t High School Writers' Workshop, 6-8 p.m. Tuesdays in April at Owens Community College, College Hall Room 156-D, Perrysburg Township. Call 1-800-GO-OWENS, ext. 7385.

t Ironworkers apprenticeships 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mondays, applications accepted at the Toledo Area Ironworkers Apprenticeship Training Center, 1078 Atlantic. $10 non-refundable fee required.

t Metroparks Public Open House about park improvements, 4-8 p.m. Tuesday with presentations at 5 and 7 p.m. at Oak Openings Preserve, 4139 Girdham Rd., Oak Openings Lodge. Plans for Oak Openings and the Wabash Cannonball Trail in the next three years. Public input requested.

t Northwest State Community College registration for summer session and fall session is open. Information: visit www.northweststate.edu.

t Project ABC Family Arts Lab every Tuesday and Thursday 10-11:30 a.m., in the studio at Monroe Street United Methodist Church, 3613 Monroe. For children ages 3-5 with an adult. Drawing class Tuesdays for ages 7-13, from 4-5:30 p.m. $3 fee. Registration: 419-480-0222.

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 Lewis and Clark: In Their Own Words, 7:30-9 p.m. May 3, Franciscan Center of Lourdes College, 6832 Convent, Sylvania. Tim Kreps and Alan Thompson, living history presenters, tell stories of the expedition. Information: 419-824-3691.

t Ritter Planetarium and Brooks Observatory family programs: Fridays at 7:30 p.m. and Saturdays at 1 p.m. $4/adults; $3/children age 3 and older and senior citizens. Information: 419-530-2650 or visit www.rpbo.utoledo.edu.

t Spring Open House, for Central Catholic High School, May 1 from 2-4 p.m. at the school. Teachers answer questions and coaches on hand to greet potential athletes and discuss athletic opportunities. Information: 419-255-2280.

Employment Services

t Employment Resource Center 10 a.m. to noon Tuesdays, St. Stephen Church, 7800 Erie, Sylvania. Free help with resumes, interview skills, networking. Also, budget and debt counseling. 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/referral agency helps locate affordable child care. 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 needs host families for boys and girls ages 15-18 from various countries. Students fully insured; host families select student. Call 419-874-0043 or 1-800-736-1760.

t EF Foundation for Foreign Study seeks host families for high school foreign exchange students from around the world. Information: 419-836-1528 or 1-800-498-2487.

t Fulton County families can host a Japanese exchange student, age 15-18, to attend local high school. Tuition, fees, medical costs covered by the Fulton County OSU Extension Service, 4-H. Families provide room and board. Information: 419-337-9210.

t World Heritage seeks local host families for high school students from various countries. Information: 1-800-888-9040 or www.world-heritage.org.

t Youth For Understanding International Exchange Student seeks host families for students from various countries. Details: 1-800-833-6243.

Fish Fries

t American Legion Post 646 at 1074 Clarion, Holland, every Friday, 4:30-7:30 p.m. Steaks, hamburgers available.

t Conn Weissenberger American Legion, 2020 West Alexis, 5-7 p.m. Fridays, $7.

t Maumee Eagles, 827 Illinois, 5-8 p.m. Fridays. $6.50; prime rib available. Broasted chicken dinners 5-8 p.m. Saturdays, $6.95.

t Northwood VFW Post 102 on Andrus Road, 5-8 p.m. Fridays. Steaks, chicken available. Sunday breakfasts, 9 a.m.-noon, $4. Open to the public.

t Alva Sidle Post 232 5-7 p.m. tomorrow at 12580 River Rd., Grand Rapids. $7.

t Rossford Eagles, 658 Lime City, Fridays, 5-7:30 p.m. $7.50.

t VFW 2510, 617 Second St., Toledo, first Friday each month, 4-7 p.m. at $6.

t VFW Post 3013 at 1950 South Eber, Holland, every Friday, 5-7 p.m., and breakfast every Saturday, 8-11 a.m.

Health

t Alzheimer's Association program for people in the early stages of Alzheimer's disease Monday, April 25, and May 2, 9, 16, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Alzheimer's Association, 2500 North Reynolds. Pre-registration required for this free program: 1-800-441-3322 or 419-537-1999.

t Aquatic arthritis and tai chi in a warm water therapeutic pool at Anne Grady Center, 1525 Eber. Information: 419-866-6500, ext. 214.

t Aquatic exercises, prenatal aquatics, fitness classes and Tai Chi at St. Charles Mercy Hospital. Call 419-696-7203 for aquatics; 419-696-7412 for prenatal/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 per month. Prescription from physician required. Information: 419-530-2731.

t Breast cancer screenings free at St. Luke's Hospital, 5901 Monclova, Maumee, today in Occupational Health Services from 5-8 p.m.; and Tuesday in Emergency Express from 7-10 a.m. To see if you qualify or for an appointment: 419-897-8484.

t Diabetes education group meets 7 p.m. the third Thursday each month, Washington branch library, 5560 Harvest Lane. Information: 419-841-5992 ext. 6744.

t Focus on Healing therapeutic exercise class, Wednesday mornings at St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center, and Thursday evenings at Mercy Health Partners Conference Center, 3400 Meijer. Call 419-345-3986.

t Health-care speakers offered by Bay Park Community Hospital. Health care professionals can tailor their message to schools, churches, service clubs, civic groups and businesses. Call 419-690-7504.

t Health screenings and educational programs 8 a.m.- 1 p.m. tomorrow, free at St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center auditorium, 2213 Cherry, Toledo. Registration: 419-251-4000.

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 Wednesdays at St. James Club, 7337 West Bancroft, Springfield Twp. Information: 419-841-5597.

t Hypnosis clinics to stop smoking or lose weight, American Lung Association. $50. Information: 1-800-231-5864.

t In-home Respite Financial Assistance Program, provided by the Alzheimer's Association. Eligible families could be reimbursed up to $50 for in-home respite. Information: 419-537-1999 or 1-800-441-3322.

t Psychotherapy analysis available free at the Center for the Study of Experiential Psychotherapy, University of Toledo, in exchange for participation in research (videotaping of sessions, completing questionnaires). Call 419-530-4014.

t Smoking cessation program at Toledo Hospital, 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, Oregon.

t Summer Therapy Group for children who receive speech and occupational therapy through their local school district. Sunshine Inc. of Northwest Ohio, 2-3 p.m. Wednesdays at Sunshine Children's Home, 7223 Maumee-Western Rd., Maumee. June 15-Aug. 3. $250 for the eight weeks. Register by May 25: 419-865-0251, ext. 3853.

t Tai Chi for Arthritis based on the Sun style of Tai Chi, increases flexibility, muscle strength, heart-lung capacity and balance. Class forming at St. Timothy's Episcopal Church, 871 East Boundary, Perrysburg, Thursdays at 7 p.m. $35 per month. Call 419-537-0888.

t Tai Chi classes by the Arthritis Foundation in the community room, Lutheran Home at Toledo, 131 North Wheeling, 6 p.m. Tuesdays. Call 419-691-9451.

t Therapeutic Horseback Riding, at Serenity Farm, Luckey, April through October, Tuesdays and Saturdays at 10 a.m., and Wednesdays at 4 p.m. Register: 419-833-1308 or www.serenityfarm.org.

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

For a listing of upcoming military and school reunions, log on to www.toledoblade.com/log.

School Plays

t Northview High School presents HONK!, a musical adaptation of Hans Christian Anderson's classic tale, The Ugly Duckling, today, tomorrow and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m., in the Northview High School Auditorium, 5403 Silica Dr., Sylvania. Tickets are $8/adults; $6/students, seniors. Information: 419-824-8570 ext. 5123.

t Rossford High School Drama Club presents the musical Man of La Mancha today, tomorrow and Saturday at 7:30 p.m., and Sunday at 2 p.m., in the school auditorium, 701 Superior St. Tickets are $8/adults; $6/students and seniors. Information: 419-666-5262.

t Eastwood High School presents Call Me Madam, an Irving Berlin musical, at the school today at 7 p.m., tomorrow and Saturday at 8 p.m. Tickets are $7. Information: 419-833-3611.

t All Saints Catholic School in Rossford presents Groovy tomorrow and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. in the school's McAlear Center, 630 Lime City Rd. Tickets: $7/adults; $5/children can be purchased at the school. Information: 419-661-2070.

t Anthony Wayne High School Drama Department presents The Wizard of Oz tomorrow at 8 p.m. and Saturday at 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. in the Roy Williamson Performing Arts Center, 5967 Finzel Rd., Whitehouse. Tickets are $8/students, adults; $5/seniors and children under 12.

t Owens Community College's Center for Fine and Performing Arts presents Much Ado About Nothing April 21-24. Shows are Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. Tickets: $12; $10 for students. Information: 567-661-2787 or 1-800-GO-OWENS ext. 2787.

t Horizon Youth Theatre auditions for the musical play, Schoolhouse Rock Live! Jr,, 7-9 p.m. Monday-Tuesday, BGSU University Hall, room 405, 1001 East Wooster Rd., Bowling Green. For ages 9-18.

Support Groups

For a listing of support groups in the area, log on to www.toledoblade.com/log.

Volunteers

For a listing of volunteer opportunities in the area, log on to www.toledoblade.com/log.