NOVEMBER
11/1/2008 - 11/30/2008
"Patterns from the Past: Quilts of Northern Ohio"
Mon - Sat: 9 am - 5 pm, Sun: Noon - 5 pm
Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Center, Fremont
An exclusive Hayes Museum exhibit of 19th-century quilts made by residents of northern Ohio. Every quilt features information about the people responsible for its creation.
419.332.2081 or 800.998.7737
rbhayes.org
Admission: $6/adult, $5/senior, $2/child 6 - 12 yrs
11/1/2008 - 11/30/2008
Tamara Monk / Thomas Hilty Art Exhibit
Wed - Fri: Noon - 4 pm
The Brown Welcome Center at Schedel Arboretum & Gardens, 19255 W. Portage River South Rd., Elmore
The Schedel Arboretum and Gardens is pleased to announce the opening of its fall art exhibit in the new Brown Welcome Center. The exhibit features twenty-two paintings by Tamara Monk and Thomas Hilty, and three outstanding sculptures by Baltimore sculptor Barry Woods Johnston. From November 1 through December 15, the Brown Center will be open for viewing the exhibit Wednesday through Friday from noon to 4:00 pm and by appointment at other hours for groups.
419.862.3182
Admission: $3.00/person
11/1/2008 - 11/23/2008
ORANGE
1 - 4 pm
Sandusky Cultural Center, 2130 Hayes Ave., Sandusky
The color orange is a stimulant, heightening emotions and even the appetite; it denotes energy, power and the benign warmth of the sun. It has historical and psychological significance. Please join us for our featured exhibit: ORANGE. The Gallery is CLOSED on Saturdays, school holidays, vacations & "snow days", etc.
419.625.1188
Admission: Free
11/1/2008
Entertainment at Hermes Winery
8:30 - 11:30 pm
Hermes Winery, 6413 Hayes Ave., Sandusky
Enjoy fine wines, a rustic atmosphere and great music by Dan Robertson.
419.626.8500
11/1/2008
Haunted Hydro Dark Attraction Park
7:30 - 11:30 pm
The Haunted Hydro, 1333 Tiffin St., Fremont
The Hydro will feature 2 full-blown haunted houses including the infamous "Haunted Hydro" and the all new "House of Shocks". You'll find concessions, vendors, photo-op and the Wheel of Fortune/Misfortune free patron interactive game. Hit the Haunted Hooptie, Tarot Card Readings and more!
419.332.7380
11/1/2008
Beyond Midnight Haunted Attraction
7 pm - 12 am
Erie County Fairgrounds, 3110 Columbus Ave., Sandusky
The Midnight Haunters Society will be hosting a haunted attraction for the 2008 season at the fairgrounds to help them make improvements to continue to provide the community as it has in the past. There will be a haunted house, hayrides and much more!
Admission: $10/person
11/1/2008
Halloween Party & Hog Roast
4408 W. Mason Rd., Sandusky
Dress in costume to win prizes. Bonfire and live entertainment.
419.359.1159
Cost: $5/person; includes food
11/1/2008
End of the Season Party
8 pm
Red Clay on the River, 5150 Liberty Ave., Vermilion
Entertainment by Wally and the Beavs. Limited number of tickets sold.
440.967.0313
Admission: $10 in advance, $15 day of show
11/1/2008 - 11/2/2008
Authentic Hawaiian Luau
Black Sands Restaurant at Maui Sands Resort, 5513 Milan Rd., Sandusky
Feast on traditional luau cuisine featuring a succulent roasted pig and Mahi Mahi, all while enjoying the excitement of Hawaiian music and real hula dancing right before your eyes! Please call for details.
888.STAY.MSR
11/1/2008 - 11/2/2008
HalloWeekends
Cedar Point Amusement Park, Sandusky
Creatures of the night come alive at Cedar Point's annual celebration of spooks and screams. You will find not-so-scary fun for the kids and in-your-face frights for the adults. Trust us…it's okay to scream…
419.627.2350
cedarpoint.com
11/1/2008 - 11/2/2008
Tiffin Glass Collectors Fall Glass & Antiques Show & Sale
Sat: 10 am - 4 pm, Sun: 11 am - 4 pm
School of Opportunity, 780 E. County Rd. 20, Tiffin
In addition to the focus on Tiffin Glass and other fine glassware, the show and sale will also include furniture, china, silver and other antiques. In order to maintain the high quality of merchandise that is offered at the show, no crafts or reproductions will be allowed. Lunch is also available.
419.447.5505
Admission: $3/adult, children are free
11/1/2008 - 11/2/2008
The Best Man
Sat: 8:15 pm, Sun: 2 pm
Harlequins Theatre, 414 Wayne St., Rear, Sandusky
This classic political drama by Gore Vidal will give you a leg up or maybe a pause before you vote. Although set in the 1960s, you will recognize the tried and true mudslinging and name-calling utilized in the average American political campaign.
419.621.1311
Admission: $10/person
11/1/2008 - 11/2/2008
Holiday Happenings
Sat: 10 am - 8 pm, Sun: 12 - 5 pm
Little Box Shops, Tiffin
Take a weekend excursion and enjoy the festive season of autumn and the Holidays; visit the Little Box Shops Holiday Happenings held in historic Tiffin. Experience the excitement of shopping combined with playing our Tiffin Little Box Shop's Bingo. The businesses will have open houses, demonstrations, special events and refreshments. Take a horse-drawn trolley ride through historic downtown and admire the facades of the beautiful Victorian architecture. Let our businesses reward you, our customers, with friendliness and uniqueness.
888.298.7236
11/2/2008
Superchick
7 pm
Sandusky State Theatre, 107 Columbus Ave., Sandusky
A Christian concert featuring Superchick: Rock What You Got Tour, with Stellar Kart, Article One and Starlit Platoon. Tickets are available at Captain's Quarters, Holy Family Books & Gifts and Sandusky Central Catholic School.
419.626.1950 or 877.626.1950
sanduskystate.com
Admission: $15/person
11/2/2008
Making Molded Chocolates - Santa
1 - 2:30 pm
Tre Sorelle, 634 Columbus Ave., Sandusky
Students will learn how to make a molded chocolate and receive a Santa mold and a 1/2 pound of white chocolate to take home. Class space is limited to 12 attendees; please call to reserve your spot.
419.502.2462
Cost: $20/person
11/2/2008
Planetarium Public Programs
2 pm
Sidney Frohman Planetarium, 2130 Hayes Ave., Sandusky
Assorted programs for children and adults - includes live presentation of night sky.
419.621.2761
11/4/2008
Election Day Bake Sale
9 am - 1 pm
Erie County Senior Center, 620 E. Water St., Sandusky
419.626.2560
11/5/2008
Nunsense
7:30 pm
Sandusky State Theatre, 107 Columbus Ave., Sandusky
Nunsense is good old-fashioned comedy at its' best; it is quick paced, generally raucous, occasionally touching and totally wonderful. A portion of each ticket purchased will benefit Pediatric Services at Firelands Hospital.
419.626.1950 or 877.626.1950
sanduskystate.com
Admission: Starting at $35/person
11/5/2008
Brown Bag Lunch Series
12 - 1 pm
Sandusky Library, 114 W. Adams St., Sandusky
Bring your lunch and join us in the Library Program Room (Terrace Level). The topic is: Reflections on Early Sandusky Through the Eyes of Martha Cooke.
419.625.3834
11/5/2008
Knit One, Library, Too!
6 - 8 pm
Sandusky Library, 114 W. Adams St., Sandusky
Two great things join together - knitting and the Library. Join us in the Library Program Room for a fun, relaxing evening of knitting. Bring works in progress. Registration is not required.
419.625.3834
11/5/2008
Victorian Tea
1 - 3 pm
Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Center - Dillon House, Fremont
Experience the elegance of a formal Victorian-era tea hosted in the grandeur of an 1873 historic home. Costumed wait staff see to every need, while piano music plays in the background. Retha Martin performs tableside tea leaf readings.
419.332.2081 or 800.998.7737
rbhayes.org
Admission: $20/person, reservations required
11/6/2008
Family Nature Club - Campfire & Hayride at Edison Woods
4 - 5:30 pm
Edison Woods Preserve, Smokey Rd. - Horseman's parking lot, Berlin Heights
Parents, grandparents, children, grandchildren and home schooled families will tour the prairie meadows of Edison Woods by hayride. Reservations needed.
419.625.7783
eriemetroparks.org
11/6/2008 - 11/9/2008
Under Milk Wood
Thurs - Sat: 8 pm, Sun: 2:30 pm
McBride Auditorium at BGSU Firelands, One University Dr., Huron
A play by Dylan Thomas.
419.433.5560
Admission: $8/adult, $6/senior, $5/child
11/7/2008
"Around the World"
6:30 pm
Bay Harbor, One Cedar Point Dr., Sandusky
Enjoy the "Around the World" wine dinner with E&J Gallo Winery. Gathering begins at 6:30 pm; dinner to follow at 7 pm. Reservations required. Can not be combined with any other discount or coupon.
419.625.6373
Cost: $70/person (plus tax and gratuity)
11/7/2008
Entertainment at Hermes Winery
8:30 - 11:30 pm
Hermes Winery, 6413 Hayes Ave., Sandusky
Enjoy fine wines, a rustic atmosphere and great music by Keith Stewart.
419.626.8500
11/7/2008 - 11/9/2008
Authentic Hawaiian Luau
Black Sands Restaurant at Maui Sands Resort, 5513 Milan Rd., Sandusky
Feast on traditional luau cuisine featuring a succulent roasted pig and Mahi Mahi, all while enjoying the excitement of Hawaiian music and real hula dancing right before your eyes! Please call for details.
888.STAY.MSR
11/8/2008
The 30th Annual Stocking Stuffers Craft Show
10 am - 3:30 pm
Sandusky High School, 2130 Hayes Ave., Sandusky
This is the 30th year for the event and it will be bigger and better than ever. Crafters of all types will display their seasonal items. There will also be a bake sale and lunch available. Not only will you get in the mood for the holiday season, you will also get a head start on stuffing all those empty stockings.
419.624.8705
Admission: $2.50/adult, $2/senior, $0.50/child
11/8/2008
Historical Series Program
1 pm
Maritime Museum, 125 Meigs St., Sandusky
Jeff Huber presents "The Final Voyage of the Edmund Fitzgerald."
419.624.0274
Admission: Free with admission to the museum
11/8/2008
Entertainment at Hermes Winery
8:30 - 11:30 pm
Hermes Winery, 6413 Hayes Ave., Sandusky
Enjoy fine wines, a rustic atmosphere and great music by Circa 66.
419.626.8500
11/8/2008
Stage Door Canteen
2 pm
Sandusky State Theatre, 107 Columbus Ave., Sandusky
Travel back to World War II with Jeff Blanchard and the Terra Thunder Jazz Band & singing group State of the Art as they present a classic WWII Stage Door Canteen. The afternoon includes a Battle of the Bands, tribute to the great USO stars, a classic jitterbug contest and much more!
419.626.1950 or 877.626.1950
sanduskystate.com
Admission: $10/person
11/8/2008
Salute to Heroes
7:30 pm
Sandusky State Theatre, 107 Columbus Ave., Sandusky
Join the Terra Choral Society and Chamber Arts Orchestra as they present a stirring tribute to our Veterans and Heroes of America. With a series of special guests and narrated by some of our bravest men and women, we say thank you and honor our country's servicemen and women.
419.626.1950 or 877.626.1950
sanduskystate.com
Admission: $10/person; Dinner-and-a-Show available for $30/person
11/8/2008
All Singles Dance
8 pm
Humane Society Hall, 4550 Fostoria Rd., Findlay
All singles ages 25 - 80 welcome. Saturday night disco party; jump right on in and get down tonight. Dressy attire required. Smoke and alcohol free. Donations appreciated for beverages and snacks.
419.422.5200
Admission: $7
11/8/2008
Texas Hold'em Tournament
1 pm
Kalahari Resort, Sandusky
Benefit for Berlin Milan Youth Sports League. Tournament limited to 125 players; $60 entry fee with one $30 rebuy allowed. Spectators tickets for $10; cash bar and refreshments available. Register online at www.bmysl.net. For more information call 419.499.4159.
11/8/2008 - 11/9/2008
Flea Market
Sat: 9 am - 4 pm, Sun: 9 am - 3 pm
Sandusky County Fairgrounds, Fremont
New vendors welcome.
419.332.5604
sanduskycountyfair.com
11/9/2008
Of Hawks and Men
Osborn Park - Frost Center, 3910 Perkins Ave., Huron
2 - 3 pm
In recent years many raptors, including the Bald Eagle and Cooper's Hawks, have come back from rarity. Today, these large predatory birds are at all-time population highs. Local falconer and raptor expert John Blakeman will explain this modern conservation success and tell the biological story of Ohio's hawks and eagles. During his program, he will display his trained Red-tailed Hawk, Savanna and answer questions about hawks, eagles and owls. Bring a camera to take close-ups of Savanna.
419.625.7783
11/9/2008
Planetarium Public Programs
2 pm
Sidney Frohman Planetarium, 2130 Hayes Ave., Sandusky
Assorted programs for children and adults - includes live presentation of night sky.
419.621.2761
11/9/2008
World War I in Sandusky
1 pm
Sandusky Library, 114 W. Adams St., Sandusky
Join us in the Library Program Room as Archives Librarian Ron Davidson presents a discussion of World War I in Sandusky. Registration is requested but is not required.
419.625.3834
11/11/2008
Veterans Day Ceremonies
11 am
First Presbyterian Church, Veterans Park, Sandusky
419.627.5886 or 419.627.5803
ci.sandusky.oh.us
11/11/2008
Active Seniors - Harvest Bingo for Fun
Osborn Park - Erie Room, 3910 Perkins Ave., Huron
1:30 - 3 pm
Play Bingo with your friends and have some fun. Pre-registration required. Seating is limited.
419.625.7783
11/12/2008
Winterize & Summerize Your Home
7 pm
Sandusky City Commission Chambers, 222 Meigs St., Sandusky
The seminar presentation will be given by Ruth and Bob Haag. The Haags will bring historical understanding to energy issues and will then offer inexpensive methods to help your home and yourself to become more energy efficient.
419.621.9434
Cost: Free
11/12/2008 - 11/16/2008
The Garden Guest Community Dinner Theater
The Garden At the Lighthouse, 226 E. Perry St., Port Clinton
Evening Performances doors open at 6:00, Sunday Matinee (doors open 12:30)
The Garden Guest Community Dinner Theater Presents The Musical Comedy Set In Minnesota "It's A Don’t Hug Me Christmas Carol". Hotel room packages start at $85 per couple for weekdays and $93 on the weekends Includes show, buffet dinner, one standard room, tax and gratuity for two.
419.960.1173
11/13/2008
"Tales from the Bush: Three Years in Botswana"
7 pm
Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge - Visitor Center, 14000 W. SR 2, Oak Harbor
Eddy Pausch, Deputy Project Leader at Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge, will regale the audience with tales from his three-year stint in the U.S. Peace Corps in Botswana. He managed Khutse Game Reserve, a 600,000-acre wildlife refuge. Come here about his experience with lions, wild dogs and more.
419.898.0014
11/14/2008
Beach Party
7 pm
The Angry Trout, 505 E. Bay View Dr., Bayview
Flip flops and beach attire required. Entertainment provided by Kaptain Kurt.
419.684.5900
11/14/2008
Entertainment at Hermes Winery
8:30 - 11:30 pm
Hermes Winery, 6413 Hayes Ave., Sandusky
Enjoy fine wines, a rustic atmosphere and great music by Matthew Starr.
419.626.8500
11/14/2008 - 11/16/2008
Authentic Hawaiian Luau
Black Sands Restaurant at Maui Sands Resort, 5513 Milan Rd., Sandusky
Feast on traditional luau cuisine featuring a succulent roasted pig and Mahi Mahi, all while enjoying the excitement of Hawaiian music and real hula dancing right before your eyes! Please call for details.
888.STAY.MSR
11/15/2008
Holiday Open House
9 am - 4 pm
Laurel Run Cooking School, Ltd., 2600 N. Ridge Rd., Vermilion
Enjoy homemade soups, appetizers and desserts while you browse in our Kitchen Shoppe brimming with cooking tools and gourmet food items. Shop for yourself or the cook on your gift list. Gift certificates available.
440.984.5727
11/15/2008
Winterize & Summerize Your Home
11am
Vermilion High School, 1230 Beechview Dr., Vermilion
The seminar presentation will be given by Ruth and Bob Haag. The Haags will bring historical understanding to energy issues and will then offer inexpensive methods to help your home and yourself to become more energy efficient. There will be several sessions until 2 pm.
419.621.9434
11/15/2008
Fall and Winter Volunteer Opportunities Fair
1 - 5 pm
Old Woman Creek Visitor Center, 2514 Cleveland Rd. East, Huron
Drop in and see what you can do to help the Old Woman Creek Reserve care for and teach people about the estuary. Many opportunities are available, indoor and outdoor work, training program, flexible hours.
419.433.4601
oldwomancreek.org
11/15/2008
Entertainment at Hermes Winery
8:30 - 11:30 pm
Hermes Winery, 6413 Hayes Ave., Sandusky
Enjoy fine wines, a rustic atmosphere and great music by Lance & Jill.
419.626.8500
11/15/2008
National Library Gaming Day
10 am - 5 pm
Huron Public Library, 333 Williams St., Huron
Play the traditional games and the new games such as Wii Sports, Dance, Dance Revolution, Wii Carnival Games or Mario Cart. Families and adults play from 10 am - 3 pm and grades 7 - 12 play from 3 - 5 pm. No registration is required.
419.433.5009
11/15/2008 - 11/16/2008
Holiday Open House
Tre Sorelle, 634 Columbus Ave., Sandusky
Kick off the holiday season on a tasty note! And, help us celebrate our one-year anniversary at our retail store.
419.502.2462
11/15/2008 - 11/16/2008
Holiday Open House
10 am - 6 pm
D'Vine Design, 29 Park St., Milan
Come celebrate the season. Let us simplify your holiday shopping.
419.499.VINE
11/15/2008 - 11/16/2008
Holiday Open House
Sat: 9 am - 8 pm, Sun: 11 am - 6 pm
Corso's Flower & Garden Center, 3404 Milan Rd., Sandusky
There will be live music, snacks and refreshments. Don't miss the decorating demonstrations from 1 - 4 pm both days! Learn Christmas decorating "tricks of the trade" from the talented Corso's staff. Enjoy a wide range of topics including bow making, wreath decorating, mantle decorations, European plant baskets and much more.
419.626.0765 or 800.535.9420
11/16/2008
Wings on the East Bay
Community Foundation Preserve at Eagle Point, 3819 Cleveland Rd., Sandusky
2 - 3:30 pm
Hike down to the East Bay Observation Platform, search for waterfowl and check out the status of the Bald Eagle nest.
419.625.7783
11/16/2008
Planetarium Public Programs
2 pm
Sidney Frohman Planetarium, 2130 Hayes Ave., Sandusky
Assorted programs for children and adults - includes live presentation of night sky.
419.621.2761
11/16/2008
Wheels
2 pm
Sandusky Library, 114 W. Adams St., Sandusky
Doug Grosjean presents the second program of his three-part series: Wheels - A Story About Growing Up.
419.625.3834
11/16/2008
Memorial Service
2 pm
Ohio Veterans Home, 3416 Columbus Ave., Sandusky
The 9th Annual Memorial Service will be held in the Veterans Hall Great Room. During the service, all OVH residents who passed away between November 1, 2007 and October 31, 2008, will be remembered by name. Surviving family members of our deceased veterans will be invited to take part. Current residents, staff, volunteers and friends of the deceased are also encouraged to attend.
419.625.2454
11/18/2008
Pressed Flower Treasures
6:30 pm
Osborn Park - Frost Center, 3910 Perkins Ave., Huron
Pressed flowers can be used on candles, lamp shades, book marks, note cards and pictures. Participants will create pressed flower book marks and note cards to keep or give as gifts. Reservations needed.
419.625.7783
Cost: $5/person
11/19/2008
Knit One, Library, Too!
6 - 8 pm
Sandusky Library, 114 W. Adams St., Sandusky
Two great things join together - knitting and the Library. Join us in the Library Program Room for a fun, relaxing evening of knitting. Bring works in progress. Registration is not required.
419.625.3834
11/19/2008
Chicken Dinner
4 - 7 pm
St. Paul Lutheran Church, 541 S. Church Rd., Lakeside/Marblehead
419.734.1662
11/20/2008
Thursday Night Theatre
6 pm
Huron Public Library, 333 Williams St., Huron
This month's amusing film explores what would happen if mankind had to leave Earth and somebody forgot to turn off the last robot. Children age 7 years old or younger must be accompanied by a caregiver who is at least 12 years old. Refreshments will be available for a nominal fee from 5:30 - 6:30 pm.
419.433.5009
11/20/2008 - 11/22/2008
Christmas Open House
Thurs & Fri: 10 am - 5 pm, Sat: 10 am - 4 pm
Effie's Attic & Pollyanna's Tea Room, 1 Main St., Milan
There will be 20% off all Christmas items, tea samples, hors d'oeuvres and door prizes. Register to win a Christmas throw.
419.499.2491
11/21/2008
Entertainment at Hermes Winery
8:30 - 11:30 pm
Hermes Winery, 6413 Hayes Ave., Sandusky
Enjoy fine wines, a rustic atmosphere and great music by Paul Franks.
419.626.8500
11/21/2008
Live Entertainment
10 pm
I-5's Bar & Grill, 556 N. Main St., Huron
Enjoy live musical entertainment by Outta Dodge.
419.433.5566
11/21/2008
Winter Comedy Series
8 pm
Lyman Harbor, 1615 First St., Sandusky
Doors open at 8 pm; show starts at 9 pm. Carol Pennington and Carole Deyoe are the featured comedians.
419.625.9626
Cost: $10/person
11/21/2008 - 11/23/2008
6th Annual Holiday Warehouse Sale
Fri: 5 - 10 pm, Sat: 9 am - 9 pm, Sun:11 am - 5 pm
K&K Interiors Inc., 2230 Superior St., Sandusky
All items are 50 - 75% off. Shop 8,000 items in four warehouses. That's 200,000 square feet of great shopping for all seasons. Don't miss this once a year, 3 day, huge savings event.
877.647.0111, prompt 8
11/21/2008 - 11/23/2008
Authentic Hawaiian Luau
Black Sands Restaurant at Maui Sands Resort, 5513 Milan Rd., Sandusky
Feast on traditional luau cuisine featuring a succulent roasted pig and Mahi Mahi, all while enjoying the excitement of Hawaiian music and real hula dancing right before your eyes! Please call for details.
888.STAY.MSR
11/21/2008 - 11/23/2008
It's a Wonderful Life
Fri: 7:30 pm, Sat: 2 & 7:30 pm, Sun: 4 pm
This is the Christmas classic of a small town man who gives in to despair when his noble dreams are sabotaged. Saved from suicide by a bumbling guardian angel, he is shown the significance of his life.
419.626.1950 or 877.626.1950
sanduskystate.com
Donations accepted
11/21/2008 - 11/23/2008
Christmas Open House
10 am - 6 pm
Naturally Country, 845 Lais Rd., Norwalk
Enjoy lots of fun and holiday sparkle. Save 10% off everything in the store.
419.668.4340
11/22/2008
35th Annual Berlin Heights Christmas Bazaar
9 am - 3 pm
Berlin Elementary Gym, 20 Center St., Berlin Heights
An opportunity for Berlin Heights organizations to make money. There will be baked goods, scrapbooking items, painted wood items, baskets and much more! Lunch and raffles also available.
419.588.2394
Admission: Free
11/22/2008
Entertainment at Hermes Winery
8:30 - 11:30 pm
Hermes Winery, 6413 Hayes Ave., Sandusky
Enjoy fine wines, a rustic atmosphere and great music by Sewing Circle.
419.626.8500
11/22/2008
Musical Entertainment
8 - 11 pm
Red Clay on the River, 5150 Liberty Ave., Vermilion
Musical entertainment by Colin Dussault.
440.967.0313
11/22/2008
Live Entertainment
10 pm
I-5's Bar & Grill, 556 N. Main St., Huron
Enjoy live musical entertainment by DJ Shawn.
419.433.5566
11/22/2008
Holiday Sparkle at the State - Festival of Trees
6:30 - 9:30 pm
Sandusky State Theatre, 107 Columbus Ave., Sandusky
Make this your first Holiday Event of the Season - You won't want to miss this Black Tie Gala which will include the Grand Opening of Holiday Sparkle at the State, fabulous food, exceptional entertainment and an exciting auction of the breathtaking holiday trees.
419.626.1950 or 877.626.1950
sanduskystate.com
Admission: $40/person
11/22/2008
Bay Area Divers 25th Anniversary Celebration of Shipwrecks & Scuba
Sawmill Creek Resort, 400 Sawmill Creek Dr., Huron
Morning workshop by Divers Alert Network. Afternoon seminar features "Great Lakes Shipwrecks in THE DEEP." Evening banquet presents "Shipwreck Hunters of the Great Lakes." Dave Trotter will be presenting "Two Ships Frozen in Time-W.H. Gilbert & H.P. Bridge" and Jim Kennard will discuss "The 1845 Milan Sunk 1849" with a special update on the "HMS Ontario." Advance ticket sales only from Bay Area Divers, c/o Sandra Heschel, 603 W. Third St., Port Clinton, OH 43452 or online at bayareadivers.net. Contact Sawmill Creek for room reservations.
800.729.6455
Cost: $75/person (all day pass including dinner)
11/22/2008
Historical Series Program
1 pm
Maritime Museum, 125 Meigs St., Sandusky
Carrie Sowden presents "Cortland and Morning Star: Their Loss and Discovery."
419.624.0274
Admission: Free with admission to the museum
11/22/2008
All Singles Dance
8 pm
Humane Society Hall, 4550 Fostoria Rd., Findlay
All singles ages 25 - 80 welcome. Football party night; show your favorite team and wear their colors tonight. Join everyone on the field for a kicking good time! Casual and/or theme attire required. Smoke and alcohol free. Donations appreciated for beverages and snacks.
419.422.5200
Admission: $7
11/23/2008
Pancake Breakfast
7 am - 12 pm
Admiral Debbie's, 5561 Liberty Ave., Vermilion
Pancakes, sausage, juice and other beverages. Tickets available at the door. All proceeds benefit the upcoming winter event, An Ice A-Fair to Remember.
440.963.0772
Cost: $6/adult, $3/child (ages 6 - 10), children under 6 are free
11/23/2008
Planetarium Public Programs
2 pm
Sidney Frohman Planetarium, 2130 Hayes Ave., Sandusky
Assorted programs for children and adults - includes live presentation of night sky.
419.621.2761
11/23/2008 - 11/30/2008
Holiday Sparkle at the State - Festival of Trees Viewing
11 am - 8 pm
Sandusky State Theatre, 107 Columbus Ave., Sandusky
Take a walking tour throughout The Sandusky State Theatre and view 40 breathtaking holiday-decorated trees. After viewing the trees, take a casual stroll through downtown Sandusky and view the beloved "A Christmas Carol" told through 12 fully-animated windows.
419.626.1950 or 877.626.1950
sanduskystate.com
Admission: $2/person
11/23/2008 - 11/30/2008
"A Christmas Carol"
11 am - 9 pm
Sandusky State Theatre, 107 Columbus Ave., Sandusky
View the beloved "A Christmas Carol" told through 12 fully-animated and lighted windows. Visitors will follow a walking tour, reading the story from window to window and viewing the character scenes. Holiday music will be broadcast onto the street from the State Theatre, adding to the festive atmosphere.
419.626.1950 or 877.626.1950
sanduskystate.com
11/24/2008
Ronald McDonald Visit
5 - 7 pm
McDonald's Restaurant, 908 W. Perkins Ave., Sandusky
Ronald McDonald will be visiting this McDonald's location. There will be activities for children, various drawings, free samples of McCafé® drinks and more!
419.624.1709
11/25/2008
Firelands Audubon Meeting
Osborn Park - Frost Center, 3910 Perkins Ave., Huron
7 - 8:30 pm
Please join Firelands Audubon members for an interesting presentation, "In the Footsteps of Roger Tory Peterson - Birding Newfoundland." Refreshments served.
419.625.7136
Cost: $5/person
11/26/2008
Annual Thanksgiving Eve Bash
7 pm
The Angry Trout, 505 E. Bay View Dr., Bayview
Entertainment provided by Kaptain Kurt.
419.684.5900
Cost: $5/person; $10/person peel and shrimp & roast beef buffet
11/26/2008
Live Entertainment
10 pm
I-5's Bar & Grill, 556 N. Main St., Huron
Come out and enjoy live musical entertainment for our night before Thanksgiving party.
419.433.5566
11/26/2008
Musical Entertainment
9 pm
Red Clay on the River, 5150 Liberty Ave., Vermilion
Musical entertainment by Color Wheel, featuring Mary Bridget Davies.
440.967.0313
11/26/2008 - 11/30/2008
Operation Twinkle
Various locations, Vermilion
Operation Twinkle lights up Vermilion's holiday season with festive lights and animated decorations. The parks will be decorated with a nostalgic collection of figures inspired by historic Christmas light decorations of the 1950's - the beginning of outdoor holiday light displays. There are new displays added each year.
440.963.0772
11/27/2008
Thanksgiving Day Brunch
11 am - 4 pm
Sawmill Creek Resort - Wilderness Hall, 400 Sawmill Creek Dr., Huron
Sumptuous traditional favorites amid festive decorations. Carriage rides offered (weather permitting) and caricatures by Sean Carroll. Reservations required.
419.433.3800
Cost: $20.95/adult, $8.95/child (4 - 11), children 3 and under are free
11/27/2008
Thanksgiving Buffet
11 am - 5 pm
The Angry Trout, 505 E. Bay View Dr., Bayview
The buffet features soup du jour, steamed mussels, assorted salads, turkey with a savory dressing, honey glazed ham, carved roast beef, crab stuffed whitefish, whipped potatoes, squash, green beans, yams and assorted desserts. The last seating is taken at 4 pm. Make your reservations early. Seniors dine before Noon and save an additional $2.
419.684.5900
Cost: $19.95/adult, $17.95/senior, $11.95/child (12 & under)
11/27/2008
Thanksgiving Buffet
11:30 am - 6:15 pm
Kalahari Resort, 7000 Kalahari Dr., Sandusky
Indulge in our traditional holiday buffet! Please call for a list of food items. Reservations strongly encouraged. Prices subject to 19% taxable service charge and applicable sales tax.
419.433.5543
Cost: $22.99/adult (13 & over), $9.99/child (4 - 12), children 3 and under are free
11/28/2008
Annual Holiday Open House
6 - 8 pm
Follett House Museum, 404 Wayne St., Sandusky
The Museum will be festively decorated with this year's theme, The Joy of Christmas. Refreshments will be served and live holiday entertainment will be provided. Join us for this beloved annual tradition and great evening of entertainment for the whole family.
419.625.3834
11/28/2008
Winter Comedy Series
8 pm
Lyman Harbor, 1615 First St., Sandusky
Doors open at 8 pm; show starts at 9 pm. Keith Lenart and David Landau are the featured comedians.
419.625.9626
Cost: $10/person
11/28/2008
Entertainment at Hermes Winery
8:30 - 11:30 pm
Hermes Winery, 6413 Hayes Ave., Sandusky
Enjoy fine wines, a rustic atmosphere and great music by David Lester.
419.626.8500
11/28/2008
Live Entertainment
10 pm
I-5's Bar & Grill, 556 N. Main St., Huron
Enjoy live musical entertainment by The End.
419.433.5566
11/28/2008
Community Tree Lighting
Merry-Go-Round Museum, 301 Jackson St., Sandusky
Community tree lighting ceremony with $1 carousel rides offered from 5 - 8 pm.
419.626.6111
merrygoroundmuseum.org
11/28/2008
Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
6 pm
Washington Park Gazebo & downtown, Sandusky
Annual event with local choirs.
419.627.5886 or 419.627.5803
ci.sandusky.oh.us
11/28/2008
Tree Lighting
7:30 - 9 pm
Memorial Park, Kelleys Island
Join in our tree lighting ceremony for the holiday season.
419.746.2360
kelleysislandchamber.com
11/28/2008
Ringing Swinging Silent and Live Auction
6 - 9 pm
Sawmill Creek Resort, 400 Sawmill Creek Dr., Huron
Over 300 auction items. Raffle: Grand Prize - Sunset Beach Resort & Spa Montego Bay Jamaica and $500 spending money, Second Prize - $500 and Third Prize - $300.
419.433.3800 or 800.729.6455
sawmillcreekresort.com
11/28/2008 - 11/30/2008
Christmas Open House
10 am - 6 pm
Naturally Country, 845 Lais Rd., Norwalk
Enjoy lots of fun and holiday sparkle. Save 10% off everything in the store.
419.668.4340
11/28/2008 - 11/30/2008
Authentic Hawaiian Luau
Black Sands Restaurant at Maui Sands Resort, 5513 Milan Rd., Sandusky
Feast on traditional luau cuisine featuring a succulent roasted pig and Mahi Mahi, all while enjoying the excitement of Hawaiian music and real hula dancing right before your eyes! Please call for details.
888.STAY.MSR
11/28/2008 - 11/30/2008
Christmas Open House
10 am - 4 pm
Berlin Fruit Box Company, 51 Mechanic St., Berlin Heights
The open houses are held at the company workshop and include log veneering and clipping demonstrations, basket weaving, activities for kids and refreshments. You can even weave your own basket! (Appointment highly recommended.)
888.905.1858
samuelpattersonbaskets.com
11/28/2008 - 11/30/2008
Movie: Prancer
Fri & Sat: 7:30 pm, Sun: 2 pm
Sandusky State Theatre, 107 Columbus Ave., Sandusky
A young girl believes that the ailing reindeer she is nursing back to health belongs to Santa.
419.626.1950 or 877.626.1950
sanduskystate.com
Donations accepted
11/28/2008 - 11/30/2008
Harbour Town 1837 Historic District Christmas Walk
Various locations, Vermilion
Kick-off the holiday season with an old fashion alternative to the usual hectic holiday shopping. Tour Vermilion's historic downtown Harbour Town by horse-drawn trolley from 12 - 5 pm. Visit the fine shops, restaurants and businesses for special holiday savings.
440.654.8847
11/28/2008 - 11/30/2008
10th Annual Festival of Lights Display
5 - 10 pm
Sawmill Creek Resort, 400 Sawmill Creek Dr., Huron
Enjoy a beautiful display of millions of lights along the Sawmill roadway and then visit Santa at the Candy Cane House November 28, 2008 - December 23, 2008 between 6 - 9 pm.
419.433.3800 or 800.729.6455
sawmillcreekresort.com
Admission: Donations accepted
11/29/2008
Entertainment at Hermes Winery
8:30 - 11:30 pm
Hermes Winery, 6413 Hayes Ave., Sandusky
Enjoy fine wines, a rustic atmosphere and great music by Christian Kaser.
419.626.8500
11/29/2008
"Fresh from the Tree" Holiday Door Decoration
10 am - 12 pm
Osborn Park - Frost Center, 3910 Perkins Ave., Huron
Guided by an EMP Horticulturist and using fresh evergreens, berries, pine and spruce cones - create a festive holiday wreath or swag. Please bring pruners and a sturdy pair of work gloves. Reservations needed.
419.625.7783
Cost: $12/person
11/29/2008
Lighting of the Community Christmas Tree
7 pm
Victory Park, Vermilion
You are invited to join family and friends in sharing the annual caroling and lighting of the community Christmas tree.
440.654.8847
11/29/2008
Live Entertainment
10 pm
I-5's Bar & Grill, 556 N. Main St., Huron
Enjoy live musical entertainment by Angry Pill.
419.433.5566
11/29/2008
Olde Fashioned Christmas
Oak Harbor
800.441.1271
11/29/2008
Santa Arrives by Icebreaker
11 am - 3 pm
Exchange Park, SR 60 & US 6, Vermilion
Santa arrives and will be in his house each Saturday through Christmas.
440.654.8847
11/29/2008 - 11/30/2008
Holiday Art Show
Sat: 10 am - 6 pm, Sun: 12 - 4 pm
Main Street Building, 685 Main St., Vermilion
Features new work by local artists and fine craftsmen.
440.963.0772
11/30/2008
Norwalk Holiday Tour of Homes
1 - 5 pm
Various locations, Norwalk
Begin your holiday season with a visit to historic Norwalk and Firelands area homes. Self-guided tours of inside. Advance ticket sales available.
419.668.1415
Cost: $15/person
11/30/2008
Wooden Feather Day
12 - 4 pm
Magee Marsh Wildlife Area, 13229 W. SR 2, Oak Harbor
Vote on your favorite "carved" feather. Enjoy homemade cookies by the fire. A marsh walk is offered.
419.898.0960
11/30/2008
"The Little Match Girl"
Mon - Sat: 9 am - 5 pm, Sun: 12 - 5 pm
Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Center, Fremont
Dr. Snowflake presents Hans Christian Anderson's "The Little Match Girl," an exhibit of the intricate paper-cutting art of Michigan surgeon Dr. Thomas Clark.
419.332.2081 or 800.998.7737
rbhayes.org
Admission: $6/adult, $5/senior, $2/child 6 - 12 yrs
11/30/2008
Train Special
Mon - Sat: 9 am - 5 pm, Sun: 12 - 5 pm
Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Center, Fremont
A 12 x 24 foot operating model train display featuring six 19th-century-style trains is a seasonal bonus included in your museum experience. Interactive buttons let visitors control signals, gates, whistles and more. New this year is a replica of a model train that belonged to the Hayes family. The standard-gauge model is similar to one purchased by President Hayes' second son. The engine is identical to the one in the Museum but is from the B&O line, which was the line President Hayes took out West.
419.332.2081 or 800.998.7737
rbhayes.org
Admission: $6/adult, $5/senior, $2/child 6 - 12 yrs
