Family briefs: Dream BIG during Girl Power! at Toledo’s Science Center

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Press Staff Writer

        Once again, Imagination Station, Toledo’s Science Center, is hosting Girl Power! - presented by Comfort Line FiberFrame - a STEM career day for girls in grades 3-8.
        The event will be held Saturday, March 26 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at the science center, located at 1 Discovery Way, Toledo.
        Attendees will be introduced to successful local female role models in a wide variety of STEM fields. By humanizing science education careers, Girl Power aims to help girls see themselves in those roles.
        Together, they will participate in dozens of hands-on activities and a panel discussion and listen to two powerful keynote speeches.
        Chief Allison Armstrong, of the Toledo Fire and Rescue Department, and Dr. Jennifer Hanrahan will talk to and take questions from participants in the KeyBank Discovery Theater.
        Chief Armstrong is a certified EMT and holds an Associate’ Degree in Nursing from Owens Community College, a Bachelor of Nursing from Mercy College and a Master of Health Informatics from the University of Cincinnati. She is also a State of Ohio Certified Fire Safety Inspector and Fire Instructor. She was appointed chief in 2022.
        Dr. Hanrahan has been on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic. She received her degree from the Chicago School of Osteopathic Medicine, did her residency at MetroHealth Medical Center in Cleveland and completed her Infection Disease Fellowship at University Hospitals. Dr. Hanrahan also has special training and skills in detecting and treating bacterial, viral, fungal and tropical infections.
        13abc’s Sashem Brey will serve as Girl Power! emcee for the panel discussion and keynote speeches.
        This year’s event is being offered FREE with paid admission or membership to the science center. All Lucas County kids get in free on Saturdays with an adult.
        Attendees will need to register to attend the keynote speakers’ session. Visit imaginationstationtoledo.org/programs-events/girl-power/ for more information on registration.
 
 “Drowsy Chaperone”
        Oak Harbor Thespians will present “The Drowsy Chaperone,” March 25-27 in the high school auditorium. Curtain time is 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday.
        Audiences will laugh out loud as the show’s narrator's favorite Broadway show comes to life in his mind and in his apartment, which is transformed into a 1920s estate – the setting for a society wedding. Guests arrive and the musical within the comedy begins. Packed with show-stopping numbers and larger-than-life characters, “The Drowsy Chaperone” is a Tony Award-winning spoof that will have everyone falling in love with zany musical comedies.
        All tickets are $10 and are general admission. Student pre-sale is available during lunches on Tuesday-Thursday, March 22-24. General public pre-sale is Tuesday-Thursday, March 22-24, in the OHHS Main Office, 11661 W. SR 163, from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
 
Habitat for Humanity
Women Make-it Take-it

        In observance of National Women’s History Month, Habitat for Humanity of Wood County is presenting a Women Build Make It - Take It Event March 25 and 26 at the Wood County Fairgrounds.
        The event will help to raise funds and awareness for affordable housing for women while empowering women to build something for themselves.
        During this instructor-led event, participants will make either a planter box or a bench out of upcycled pallet wood.
        Registration is $50 per person. No experience is necessary, and all tools and materials are provided. All funds raised will help to support Habitat’s mission of decent and affordable housing for families in Wood County.
        To sign up for the event, visit our wchabitat.org/women-build. Four class times are available over the two days and spaces are limited to 25 participants per class.
 
Touch of Spring Open House set
        Hop on down to Pemberville to celebrate the arrival of spring at Beeker’s General Store’s “Touch of Spring” Open House Saturday, April 9 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
        Beeker’s is brimming with seasonal decorations, everlasting wreaths/swags, and nostalgic Easter finds. Start the day off with “Breakfast with the Peeps” at The Gathering Place (next to Beeker’s) from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Reservations are not necessary. The menu includes a variety of breakfast treats, including pancakes, sausage links, egg cups (scrambled), tater tots, fruit cups, Peeps cereal, milk, orange juice and coffee.
        The cost is $5.95 per meal for kids, $7.95 for adults, and free for children ages 3 and under with the purchase of an adult meal.
        Then visit with the Easter Bunny, hopping down the bunny trail (outside the Henline Building) from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Photo opportunities abound, and he will even have a treat for children courtesy, of the Pemberville Independent Merchants Association (P.I.M.A.) and American Legion Auxiliary Unit 183.
        In addition, a Scholastic Book Fair, located inside the Henline Building, will feature many good reads for toddlers to middle school readers. 
        Nene’s Sweets Food Truck, from Perrysburg, will be offering cupcakes, macarons, oatmeal cream pies, cheesecake, ice cream and milkshakes. SoBee Honey will have plenty of local raw honey for sale in multiple size containers. In addition, CRB’s will be selling beeswax candles and several flavors of infused honey.
        A variety of baked goods will be for sale, including several kinds of cookies and Country Grains Bread, and snackers will want to pick up some Poppin’ George’s Kettle Corn. 
        Visit Beeker’s candy counter to find a wide assortment of sweet confections, including individually wrapped Giannios Chocolates. Specialty chocolates by the Chocolate Connection include chocolate-covered Oreos, chocolate-covered pretzels and fresh cocoa bombs (only through the Easter season.)
        Beeker’s General Store is located at 226 E. Front St., Pemberville. Call 419-287-3274 or visit beekersgeneralstore.com for more details.
 
Vendors sought
        Friends of Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge invites local artists and craftsmen to apply for a spot at the Wildlife Stop and Shop at Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge May 14-15.
        The Wildlife Stop and Shop will be held during the Biggest Week in American Birding on World Migratory Bird
Day Weekend.
        The Friends are looking for unique nature-themed products, artwork, upcycled/recycled items, wood crafters, etc., following the theme of birds and wildlife. Those interested may find more information and apply on the Friends website, friendsofottawanwr.org/spring-migration, through April 15.
        For more information, call 419-707-7756.
 
2022 Ohio State Parks
Photo Contest launched

        A picture is worth 1,000 words…or $1,000 in prizes.
        Share your passion for the outdoors and take a chance to win big prizes through photos captured at any of Ohio’s 75 state parks.
        Coordinated by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Parks and Watercraft, the 2022 Ohio State Parks Photo Contest is accepting submissions through March 28.
        “What better way to share the state’s natural beauty than by showcasing the stunning scenes photographed by visitors,” said ODNR Director Mary Mertz. “We’re excited to see Ohio’s state parks through the lens of our biggest fans.”
        ODNR is accepting photos that fall into the categories of “Wildlife in Action,” “Recreation in the Parks,” “Wondrous Water,” “Novice Naturalist” and “Explore Trails.”
        Visitors can submit up to five photos in this free contest. Each image must have been taken after Jan. 1, 2021. Submission forms and contest rules can be found online at discoverohiostateparks.com/2022. Submissions must be made by March 28 and final winners will be announced by May 12.
        The contest is co-sponsored US eDirect, ODNR’s reservation management provider. The grand prize is a collapsible Oru kayak and a $120 Ohio State Parks gift certificate. Prizes will also be awarded to the second- and third-place winners. Winners of the People’s Choice in each category will receive a free night of camping at any Ohio State Park campground.
       
 
 
 
 
 

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