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Through Jan. 31: Greater Toledo Auto Show, SeaGate Convention Centre, 401 Jefferson Ave. 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. 419-255-3300.
Through Feb. 7: Chihuly Toledo! Toledo Museum of Art, Toledo, Glass Pavilion. Famed glass artist Dale Chihuly is a favorite of TMA visitors and private collectors across the region. A free exhibition of rarely seen Chihuly works from the TMA collection and on loan from private holdings. 419-255-8000 or www.toledomuseum.org.
Through Feb. 7: Word Play, Toledo Museum of Art, Gallery 18. We are all familiar with the way words can transport us to fanciful places, flesh out fictional characters or even bring long-ago historical events to life. Word Play draws from the Toledo Museum of Art’s permanent collection—focusing on works produced in the last 50 years—to examine the stimulating linkage between text and contemporary art. Free admission. 419-255-8000 or www.toledomuseum.org.
Through March 14: Paris: City of Art, Toledo Museum of Art, Hitchcock and Stevens Galleries. Art history students at the University of Toledo selected objects from TMA’s collection depicting Paris and the work of Parisian artists. Free admission. 419-255-8000 or www.toledomuseum.org.
Through Feb. 28: Frozentoesen Celebration continues at the Toledo Zoo, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. daily. Half-price admission and all manners of frosty fun including live performances, and ice-carving demonstrations each Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. www.toledozoo.org.
Through Feb. 19: Urban Forest Project Toledo, Space 237, 237 Michigan St. Fifty winning banners, designed by area artists, to decorate the light posts in downtown Toledo in celebration of Earth Day in April. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. www.space237.com.
Through April 30: Animation Exhibition, Imagination Station, One Discovery Way, Toledo. Tuesday-Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday noon-5 p.m. 419-244-2674. www.imaginationstationtoledo.org.
Feb. 1: Four Free Voice Lessons provided by the Commanders of Harmony, 7-9:30 p.m., Maumee Performing Arts Center, 1147 Saco. Open to men of all ages. 419-704-2267.
Feb. 2: Good Morning Groundhog! Wildwood Preserve, 9 a.m. Celebrate Groundhog Day with Metroparks spring forecaster, Wildwood Willie, as he tells us what type of weather to expect for the rest of winter. Will there be six more weeks of cold and snow, or is spring just around the corner? Take a peek at the lives of groundhogs through games, activities and a nature walk. Register by calling 419-407-9704.
Feb. 3-7: Disney on Ice: Finding Nemo, Lucas County Arena, 500 Jefferson Ave. 419-474-1333 or www.ticketmaster.com.
Feb. 5-7: The Kitchen Witches, Fremont Community Theatre, 1551 Dickinson St., Fremont. 8 p.m. Info: 419-332-0695 www.fremontcommunitytheatre.com
Feb. 5-7: Toledo Boat Show, SeaGate Convention Centre, 401 Jefferson Ave. Friday 1-8 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-8 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 419-255-3300.
Feb. 5-April 25: Bare Witness: Photographs by Gordon Parks, Toledo Museum of Art Canaday Gallery. Photographer, journalist and film director Gordon Parks captured a cross section of the human experience-from wealth to poverty, fame to obscurity. This compelling exhibition was organized by the Iris & B. Gerald Cantor Center for Visual Arts at Sanford University. www.toledomuseum.org.
Feb. 5: Go Red for Women/National Wear Red Day. The Go Red for Women movement is asking all residents of NW Ohio to help save women’s lives by speaking up about women and heart disease – it’s as easy as putting on a red dress, a red tie or a red dress pin.
Feb. 6: The Four Corners Quartet performs at Pemberville Opera House in Pemberville, 7:30 p.m. $10. Get ready for a lively evening of southern gospel harmony in the beautiful Pemberville Opera House. Info: 419-287-4848 or www.pembervilleoperahouse.org.
Feb. 6: Comedians Colin Mochrie & Brad Sherwood, 8 p.m., Stranahan Theatre, 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd. 419-474-1333 or www.ticketmaster.com.
Feb. 6: Oh Chocolate! With Gini Behrendt, Ahava Spa and Wellness Center, 34 S. St. Clair St. Explore the exquisite benefits of chocolate with Gini Behrendt of Flying Rhino Coffee & Chocolate. $3. RSVP by Feb. 4. 419-241-5877.
Feb. 6 & 7: Annual Living History Trade Fair, Sandusky Co. Fairground, corner Rawson & North, Fremont. Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun 9 a.m.-3 p.m. $4 Admission, children 12 and under admitted free with a paying adult. High-quality historic reproductions; recruiters for historic military groups. Home-cooked food & beverages available. Info: 419-334-8180 or 419-878-8535 or visit www.smilingfoxforgellc.com.
Feb. 7: Zooper Bowl Sunday, a day of football-themed fun at the Toledo Zoo. www.toledozoo.org.
Feb. 9-12: Black History Month celebration, Imagination Station, One Discovery Way, Toledo. Celebrate Black History Month in the Science Studio – learn about Benjamin Banneker, noted mathematician and astronomer, and create your own map of the stars. www.imaginationstationtoledo.org.
Feb. 9-Aug. 1: Croquet: A Sport Story, Hayes Presidential Center, Fremont. The Hayes Presidential Center contains the most extensive collection of printed croquet material in the nation. The unique collection forms the basis for an exclusive exhibit examining the history of croquet during its 19th century heyday. Info: 419-332-2081 www.rbhayes.org.
Feb. 9 and 23: Winter Family Picnics at Sauder Village, 4:30-7 p.m., Sauder Village, 22511 SR 2, Archbold. An evening of fellowship and a hearty meal. Free-will donations accepted. www.saudervillage.org.
Feb. 12: The Gondoliers, Valentine Theatre, 400 N. Superior St. 8 p.m. Gilbert & Sullivan’s The story of a young bride of the heir to a throne who arrives in Venice to join her husband. It turns out, however, that he cannot be identified, since he was entrusted to the care of a drunken gondolier who mixed up the prince with his own son. 419-242-2787.
Feb. 12: Toledo Walleye Hockey: Cincinnati Cyclones vs. Toledo Walleye, Lucas County Arena, 500 Jefferson Ave. 7 p.m. 419-725 WALL or www.toledowalleye.com.
Feb. 12-14: Great Lakes RV Dealers Show, SeaGate Convention Centre, 401 Jefferson Ave. Northwest Ohio’s largest and oldest family RV show. 419-255-3300.
Feb. 12-15: Sleigh Rides in Spiegel Grove, Hayes Presidential Center, Fremont.1–4 p.m. $3 per person. Presidents’ Day weekend brings about this special treat for young and old. Weather determines the use of sleigh or carriage. After the ride, tour the Hayes Home and Hayes Museum for a day full of fun and history. Info: 419-332-2081 or www.rbhayes.org.
Feb. 12: Comedian Drew Fraser, Lourdes College Ebeid Student Center, Sylvania. 8:30 p.m. Comedian Drew Fraser was named New York City 's Funniest Male Comedian and has hosted Amateur Night at the world famous Apollo Theater. 419-517-8946.
Feb. 13-15: Lucas Co. Appreciation Weekend, Toledo Zoo. With a valid ID, county residents can enjoy free admission to the zoo, in addition to discounts and coupons that will be offered at the gates. www.toledozoo.org.
Feb. 13: “Straight, No Chaser,” 7:30 p.m., Clyde Performing Arts Center, 1015 Race St., Clyde. Tickets $10. Ten men from Indiana University offer a phenomenal blend of voices and a great sense of humor. Info: 419-547-0588 or www.communitiesforhteartsclyde.org.
Feb. 13: Vanimal-tine’s Day, Toledo Zoo. Spend the day watching some of your favorite zoo animals receive some great treats and learn how the zoo shares love on this special day. www.toledozoo.org.
Feb. 13-14: Fremont Flea Market, Sandusky Co. Fairground, corner Rawson & North, Fremont. Saturday 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Sunday 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. Over 200 vendors. Free admission and parking. Concessions available. Info: 419-332-5604 or www.sanduskycountyfair.com.
Feb. 13-14: Imagination Station Olympics, Imagination Station, One Discovery Way. Win a science gold medal in this celebration of the Winter Olympics. www.imaginationstationtoledo.org.
Feb. 13: Valentine Comedy-Hypno Show with Michael Night, Country Ridge Inn, 3491 Latcha Rd. Millbury. www.michaelnight.com.
Feb. 13: Nate Gurley & Jazz Trio, Franciscan Theatre & Conference Center, 6823 Convent Blvd., Sylvania. 419-824-3999.
Feb. 13: Toledo Walleye Hockey vs. Kalamazoo Wings, Lucas County Arena, 500 Jefferson Ave. 419-725-WALL or www.toledowalleye.com.
Feb. 13: A Valentine Evening, Holiday Inn French Quarter, Perrysburg. Package includes accommodations for two, to tickets to the Mike Scott Jazz Show at 8 p.m. and Sunday brunch. Package: 419-874-3111; concert tickets: 419-283-7299.
Feb. 13: Valentine’s & Vows, Hilton Toledo, 3100 Glendale, Toledo. Grazing, music, dancing and wedding vow renewals. Reservations: 419-324-1785.
Feb. 13-14: Cat Show, Spring Fling Craft & Gift Marketplace, Maumee. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 419-343-1751 or www.glcatconsortium.org.
Feb. 13: Junie B. Jones, Valentine Theatre, 400 N. Superior, 2 p.m. Junie B. Jones is finally graduating from kindergarten and is ready for first grade, at last! But getting used to a whole new group of friends, a new teacher, and new glasses is challenging, even for irrepressible Junie B. 419-242-2787.
Feb. 14: Hayes Lecture on the Presidency, Hayes Presidential Center, Fremont. 5-8 p.m. Complete evening (reception/dinner/lecture) $30. Lecture only $10 (begins 7 p.m.) Renowned specialist on 19th Century African-American history, Dr. Edna Greene Medford will discuss the American presidency. Info: 419-332-2081 or www.rbhayes.org.
Feb. 14: Funday on Sunday, a celebration by the Polish-American Community of Toledo, Olivet Lutheran Church
Christian Life Center, 5840 Monroe St., Sylvania. Enjoy a Fat Tuesday Fun Day on Sunday. www.polishcommunity.org.
Feb. 18: Jesus Christ Superstar, starring Ted Neeley, Valentine Theatre, 400 N. Superior St., Toledo. 8 p.m. 419-242-2787.
Feb. 19-21: HBA House & Home Show, SeaGate Convention Centre, 401 Jefferson Ave. Featuring exhibitors who can help you spruce up/improve your home. Friday 3- 9 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. www.toledohba.com.
Feb. 19-20: Arenacross – Gravity Slashers, Lucas Co. Arena, 500 Jefferson Ave. 7:30 p.m. both days. www.ticketmaster.com or 419-474-1333.
Feb. 19: Ken Durrant’s Dreamgirls, Owens Community College Center for Fine and Performing Arts, 30335 Oregon Rd., Perrysburg. Fans of Tina Turner, The Supremes, Martha Reeves and The Vandellas, Gladys Knight, Donna Summers, Fans of the Pointer Sisters and so much more, you will not want to miss Karen Durrant's Dreamgirls.567-661-2787 or www.owens.edu/arts/index.html.
Feb. 19: Cirque Eos Imaginaire, Stranahan Theater, 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd, Toledo. 8 p.m., Info: www.cirqueos.com. Tickets: www.ticketmaster.com.
Feb. 20: 6th Annual Cheer for a Cure Competition/Fundraiser, 7 a.m., Genoa High School. A competition held annually in memory of the Genoa cheerleading coach, Stella Bertz, who was succumbed to cancer in February 2003.
Feb. 20–21: Gun Show, Sandusky Co. Fairground, Corner North & Rawson, Fremont. 8:30 a.m. 4 p.m. Admission $3. Buy, sell and trade all types of guns. Dealers come to this show from all over the State. Kitchen will be open. Info: 419-332-8189 or www.sanduskycounty.org
Feb. 22-23: Storytime Live! Stranahan Theater, 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd., Toledo. www.ticketmaster.com or 419-474-1333.
Feb. 25-28: Theater League Broadway Series Presents: The Rat Pack is Back! Stranahan Theater, 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd. A spirited tribute that recreates the Las Vegas of the `50s when the swingin' "Rat Pack" - Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis, Jr. and Joey Bishop knocked 'em dead. 419-474-1333 or www.ticketmaster.com.
Feb. 26: Sesame Street Live: Elmo’s Green Thumb, SeaGate Convention Centre, 401 Jefferson Ave., Toledo. Friday 7 p.m.; Saturday 10:30 a.m., 2 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.; Sunday 1 and 4:30 p.m. www.ticketmaster.com or 419-474-1333.
Feb. 26-28: Country Peddler Craft Show, Lucas Co. Rec Center, Key Street, Maumee. Friday 4-8 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Feb. 26: Elvis Tribute with Bob Rosencrantz/ `50s-`60s Country/Rock with Bob Wurst, Franciscan Theatre & Conference Center, Sylvania. 8 p.m. 419-824-3999.
Feb. 26-May 30: Whistler: Influences, Friends and the Not-So-Friendly, Toledo Museum of Art, Works on Paper Galleries. Featuring works on paper from the Toledo Museum of Art’s renowned collection, the exhibition highlights the talents of the iconic American artist James Abbott McNeill Whistler (1834–1903), positioning his work within the context of his contemporaries, influences, friends and enemies. www.toledomuseum.org.
Feb. 27: Fremont Racers Swap Meet, Sandusky Co. Fairgrounds, corner of Rawson & North, Fremont. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. New and used racing parts and equipment. Sale of used tires on rims only. Inside and outside vendors. Heated buildings. Food vendors. Admission $4; under 12 free. Free parking. Info: 419-332-5604 or www.sanduskycountyfair.com.
Feb. 27: Famil-lympic Games, The Toledo Zoo. A fun-filled salute to the Winter Olympics. www.toledozoo.org.
Feb. 27: Guitar Fest, Toledo School for the Arts, 333 14th St., Toledo. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. A daylong celebration of all things guitar, featuring guest artists, performances, clinics, vendors, competitions, giveaways and prizes. Admission includes a continental breakfast. 419-246-8732, ext. 2.
Feb. 27: Toledo Walleye Hockey vs. Gwinnett Gladiators, Lucas County Arena, 500 Jefferson Ave., Toledo. 7 p.m. 419-725-Wall or www.toledowalleye.com.
Feb. 28: REO Speedwagon, Styx & .38 Special, Lucas County Arena, 500 Jefferson Ave., Toledo. 7 p.m. www.ticketmaster.com or 419-474-1333.
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