August

THURSDAY 1

[painting]

Using Golden Acrylics for Plein Air Painting & Sketching

Sylvania Plein Air is hosting classes to teach youth and adults about Plein Air. Registration is required. 1-2:30pm. Sylvania Branch Library, 6749 Monroe St. Sylvania. redbirdsylvania.org

SATURDAY 3

[parks & gardens]

Grounds Tour

Learn how the Stranahan Estate transformed into a Metropark. Register online. $3. 9am-10am. Wildwood Preserve Metroparks, Metz Visitor’s Center, 5100 W. Central Ave. metroparkstoledo.com

[science, nature & wildlife]

Science Saturday 

Learn about the different kinds of animals that live in our waterways including fish, turtles, frogs and many others. 11am-4pm. Providence Metropark, 13200 S River Rd., Grand Rapids. metroparkstoledo.com. Free

TUESDAY 6

[concerts]

Jon Fogerty

The CCR frontman brings the Celebration Tour to Toledo. $57-$300. 7pm. The Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way. toledozoo.org

WEDNESDAY 7

[birdwatching]

Let’s Go Birding! In The Prairie 

Ease into birding in a beginner-friendly environment. Bring binoculars and field guides, some will be available to borrow. Register online. $3. Cannonball Prairie Metropark, 9725 Monclova Rd., Monclova. metroparkstoledo.com

THURSDAY 8

[book sales]

Friends of the Library Book Sale – Gently-used, well-loved books for only $1 each. 4-7pm. Also on Friday, Aug. 9, and Saturday, Aug. 10, 9am-4pm. FOL Book Center, 1301 N. Reynolds Rd. toledofol.org

SATURDAY 10

[visual arts, zoos & animals]

Wild About Art

This unique show features local and regional artists with various mediums on display and for sale at the Toledo Zoo. 10am-5pm. Also on Sunday, Aug. 11, 10am-4pm. The Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way. toledozoo.org

[markets & shopping]

The Village @ Night 

A night of shopping, music, food and fun in partnership with Tree City Market. 5-10pm. Sylvania Historical Village, 5717 N. Main St., Sylvania. heritagesylvania.org

WEDNESDAY 14

[caregiving]

Caregiver Coffee with MemoryLane Staff – Managing Wandering and Getting Lost

Talk with other caregivers about experiences, best practices and more. In person or virtual. Contact MemoryLane Care Services to enroll at 419-720-4940 or cconley@memorylanecare.org. 2-3pm. MemoryLane Care Services, 2500 N. Reynolds Rd. memorylanecareservices.org

THURSDAY 15

[parks & gardens]

Behind the Scenes at Stranleigh

A unique opportunity to see all four floors of the Manor House and discover what life was like on the Stranahan Estate. $15. 9am-noon. Also on Sunday, Aug. 18, 5-8pm. Wildwood Preserve Metropark, 5100 W. Central Ave. metroparkstoledo.com

FRIDAY 16

[parties & reunions]

Ellis Huff Memorial Summer Party

Dinner and entertainment featuring The Gatlin Show. Tickets can be purchased at the Maumee Senior Center. $30. 5pm. Maumee Senior Center, 2430 S. Detroit Ave., Maumee, (419) 893-1994. maumeeseniorcenter.com

[visual arts, festivals & fairs]

Perrysburg Hearts the Arts

The Guild of Artists and Artisans will partner with Visit Perrysburg for this inaugural fine art fair featuring jury-selected artists and artisans including jewelry, ceramics, painting, glass, photography, fiber and more. 5pm-8pm. Also on Saturday, Aug. 17, 10am-10pm. Downtown Perrysburg, Louisiana Ave., Perrysburg. theguild.org

SUNDAY 11

[parties & reunions, civic benefit]

Party in the Parking Lot

Join St. Paul’s Lutheran Church for food, live entertainment and Let’s Build Beds will build beds for children in need. 4-7pm. St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 428 N. Erie St. heartgalleryandstudios.com

THURSDAY 15

[fundraisers]

Lemons to Lemonade 2024 

Local sponsors will decorate lemonade stands in the parking lot of Mom’s House. Lemonade and cookies will be served. 4:30-6pm. Moms House Toledo Inc., 2505 Franklin Ave. momshousetoledo.org

SUNDAY 17

[health & wellness]

2024 Toledo Black Men’s Wellness Day

Free health screenings, vendors, live entertainment and more. 7am-noon. Warren AME Church, 915 Collingwood Blvd. aawellness.org

TUESDAY 20

[home & garden]

Rain Barrel Make It & Take It Workshop

In this outdoor workshop, participants will learn about the benefits of rain barrels and will be guided step by step to make their own rain barrel to take home. 4 sessions are available. Registration is required. $48. 4pm. The 577 Foundation, 577 E. Front St., Perrysburg. 577foundation.org

FRIDAY 23

[concerts]

Air Margaritaville

Calling all Parrotheads! The Jimmy Buffet tribute will perform at Centennial Terrace. Admission at the gates. $20. 7-10pm. Centennial Terrace, 5773 Centennial Rd., Sylvania. centennialterrace.org

SATURDAY 24

[classic cars]

Hot Cars & Cool Cats Car Show

Cars, cool cats for adoption, food trucks, a gift basket raffle and more. 10am-3pm. Paws & Whiskers Cat Shelter, 32 Hillwyck Dr. pawsandwhiskers.org

SUNDAY 25

[history]

Living History Day 

Meet first-person interpreters who will share stories of past Educators in Wood County. 2-3pm. Wood County Museum, 13660 County Home Rd., Bowling Green. woodcountyhistory.org. Free

September

WEDNESDAY 4

[zoos & animals]

Senior Discovery Days

Seniors take advantage of free admission & activities every Wednesday through Oct. 30. 10am. The Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way. toledozoo.org. Free

[caregiving]

Caregiver Coffee with MemoryLane Staff- Open Discussion / Caregiver Tips

Talk with other caregivers about experiences, best practices and more. In person or virtual. Contact MemoryLane Care Services to enroll at 419-720-4940 or cconley@memorylanecare.org. 2-3pm. MemoryLane Care Services, 2500 N. Reynolds Rd. memorylanecareservices.org

FRIDAY 6

[history, museums]

Free First Fridays & Make and Take Craft Day

Visit the Wood County Museum for free Museum admission every first Friday. 10am-4pm. Wood County Historical Center & Museum, 13660 County Home Rd., Bowling Green. woodcountyhistory.org

SATURDAY 7

[classic cars]

Young’s Brothers Memorial Car Show

Food trucks, raffles, entertainment and more. $10 to register your vehicle. All proceeds to benefit Grace Church and Wreaths Across America. 10am-2pm. Grace Church, 601 E Boundary St., Perrysburg. gracechurchperrysburg.com

[festivals & fairs]

Fiesta Toledo

Celebrate Latin American culture, music, food and fun. 2-11pm. Promenade Park, 400 Water St. homeboyshaven.wixsite.com

WEDNESDAY 11

[zoos & animals]

60+ Safari

A day of fun, food, entertainment, health screens and lots of resources from dozens of local vendors. See website for ticket information. 10am-2pm. The Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way. areaofficeonaging.com

SATURDAY 14

[concerts]

1964 The Tribute

1964 The Tribute is celebrating the 60-year anniversary of the Beatles’ debut on the Ed Sullivan Show, sparking the British Invasion. $60-$75. 7:30pm. The Valentine Theatre, 410 N Superior St. valentinetheatre.com

SUNDAY 15

[film]

An Afternoon at the Silent Movies

Enjoy Our Hospitality starring Buster Keaton accompanied by pianist Stephen J Warner in the Parish Hall. Email kate@stpaulstoledo.org to reserve your spot. 3:30pm. St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 428 N. Erie St. heartgalleryandstudios.com

WEDNESDAY 18

[baseball]

Senior Day / Summer Rec Days: Mud Hens vs. Clippers

Featuring all things pickleball, including games along St. Clair St. and pickleball paddle giveaways. Plus, all seniors can enjoy a stroll around the bases on the field after the game. $9-$55. 12:05pm. Fifth Third Field, 406 Washington St. milb.com

[history]

Bad Guys, Bootleggers & Bank Robbers

WGTE and Heritage Sylvania explore Toledo & Sylvania’s illustrious gang history in the Prohibition Era. Hosted by Starlite Theater Group. Ticketed. $10. 7pm. Olander Park – Nederhouser Community Hall, 6930 W. Sylvania Ave., Sylvania. starlitetheatergroup.org

FRIDAY 20

[meditation]

Sound Bath Classes at the MSC

A deep relaxing sound bath experience with Kimberly Post, RN. Tickets can be purchased at the front desk. Walk-ins are welcome. $10. 1-2pm. Maumee Senior Center, 2430 S. Detroit Ave., Maumee. maumeeseniorcenter.com