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Ahhhh, March – time for paczki on Fat Tuesday, wearin’ of the green on St. Patrick’s Day, turning the clocks forward for Daylight Savings Time (March 13) and to welcome springtime – finally on March 20.
Here are some late, late winter, early spring activities to enjoy as you shake off the last vestiges of cabin fever:
Ongoing
Through March 11, 2011: “Venice: Light and Landscape” Exhibit, Works on Paper Galleries, Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St., Toledo. Works of art from the Museum’s permanent collection that relate to Venice have been selected for this intriguing look at the fabled Italian city. www.toledomuseum.org or 419-255-8000.
March 19-June 12: “The Baroque World of Fernando Botero” Exhibit, Canaday Gallery, Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St., Toledo. Known for the larger-than-life scale of his work and his use of vibrant colors, Columbian painter, sculptor and draftsman Fernando Botero (b. 1932) has a style instantly recognized as his alone. www.toledomuseum.org or 419-255-8000.
Through April 10: “Aminah Robinson: Voices That Taught Me How to Sing” Exhibit, Gallery 4, Glass Pavilion, Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St., Toledo. A never-before-seen body of work in book form by African American artist Aminah Robinson. www.toledomuseum.org or 419-255-8000.
Through May 13, 2011: “The Egypt Experience: Secrets of the Tomb” Exhibit, Lower Level Egyptian Gallery, Main Museum, Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St., Toledo. TMA’s popular mummies return to public view for this exploration of ancient Egyptian beliefs about life and the afterlife. www.toledomuseum.org or 419-255-8000.
Through May 22: “Baroque Prints of the 17th Century and Beyond” Exhibit, Works on Paper Galleries, Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St., Toledo. Heightened emotions, dramatic movement and grand architectural detail are featured in this exhibition of prints from the collection of the Toledo Museum of Art. A wide array of Baroque period (1600-1750) artists working in a wide range of techniques are represented. Free admission.
March
March 5-19: Fling it! Family Workshop, Imagination Station, 1 Discovery Way, Toledo, 1-3 p.m. The whole family will enjoy exploring the science of catapults. The workshop uses materials that you have around the house making it easy to continue your exploration at home. 419-244-2674 or www.imaginationstationtoledo.org.
March 10-13: “The Color Purple,” Stranahan Theater, 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd., Toledo. A moving tribute to the power of hope over adversity, “The Color Purple” is based on Alice Walker's popular novel and the celebrated Steven Spielberg film starring Whoopi Goldberg and Oprah Winfrey. www.ticketmaster.com.
March 10-13: Comedian DeRay Davis, Fat Fish Blue home of the Funny Bone, 6140 Levis Commons Blvd., Perrysburg. www.fatfishblue.com or 419-931-3474.
March 11: Wine by the Glass Pavilion, 7-9:30 p.m., Glass Pavilion, 2444 Monroe St., Toledo. Drop-in wine tastings, light snacks and a view of the Glass Pavilion’s Hot Shop. $15 members/$20 non-members. 419-255-8000 or www.toledomuseum,org.
March 11-12: Toledo Ballet: Museum of Dreams, 7:30 p.m., Valentine Theatre, 400 N. Superior St., Toledo. Inspired by works of art from the Toledo Museum of Art, the original dance concert brings to life a magical museum of artwork. 419-471-0049 or www.toledoballet.net.
March 11-13: PRO Home and Garden Show SeaGate Convention Centre, 401 Jefferson Ave., Toledo. Exhibits of garden displays, outdoor lighting and home improvements. www.thra.com.
March 11-12, 17-19, 24-26: “The Rainmaker,” 8 p.m., The Village Players Theatre, 2740 Upton Ave., Toledo. 419-472-6827 or www.thevillageplayers.org.
March 11: Celtic Blaze Featuring Stephanie Cadman, 8 p.m., Owens Community College Center for Fine and
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Performing Arts, 30335 Oregon Rd., Perrysburg. A fast-paced show featuring dancer/fiddler Stephanie Cadman backed by a quintet, offering a performance journey through step dancing, classical and Celtic fiddling with tap, jazz and a bit o' musical theater. 567-661-2787 or owenstix.com.
March 11-13: Advance Auto Parts Monster Jam, Huntington Center, 500 Jefferson Ave., Toledo. See all your favorite USHRA Monster Trucks including Grave Digger driven by Rod Schmidt, El Toro Loco driven by Bari Musawwir, Samson driven by Dan Patrick, and more (subject to change). Adult discount coupons at participating Advance Auto Parts. 866-448-7849 or ticketmaster.com.
March 11-13: Sandusky Co. Home and Garden Show, Fremont Recreation Complex, 600 St. Joseph St., Fremont, Friday 5-9 p.m., Saturday noon-8 p.m. and Sunday noon-4 p.m. More than 100 booths. 419-332-3844 or www.sanduskycounty.org.
March 12: 8th Annual MS Jam, 2-11 p.m., Fulton Co. Fairgrounds, SR 108, Wauseon. Non-stop music, food, silent auctions and more to raise funds for the Northwest Ohio Multiple Sclerosis Society. 419-356-6208 or themsjam.com. March 12: Toledo Symphony Mozart & More Series: Haydyn Symphony No. 99 Plus Hummel, 7:30 p.m., Franciscan Theatre & Conference Center, 6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania. 419-246-8000 or toledosymphony.com.
March 12: Internet Genealogy II Class, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Center, Fremont. A class offering instruction in how to make the most of paid subscriptions to genealogical research websites like HeritageQuest. Pre-registration required. www.rbhayes.org or 419-332-2081.
March 12-13: Fremont Flea Market, Sandusky Co. Fairgrounds, corner of Rawson and North, Fremont. Saturday 9 a.m.-4 p.m. and Sunday 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Free admission and parking. Over 200 vendors. 419-332-564 or www.sanduskycountyfair.com.
March 13: Greater Toledo Train & Toy Show, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Gladieux Meadows, 4480 Heatherdowns Blvd., Toledo. Featuring exhibitors and dealers with expertise in toys and trains from all eras, plus fun and goodies for the kids. 419-215-4181 or toymasters.org.
March 13: LA Phil LIVE: Dudamel Conducts Tchaikovsky in Pittsburgh, 5 p.m., Rave Theaters, Fallen Timbers. LA Phil LIVE, featuring Gustavo Dudamel, will broadcast their orchestra performance live from Walt Disney Concert hall in LA.
March 14: UT Jazz Night, 7:30 p.m., Crystals Lounge, Ramada Hotel & Conference Center, 3536 Secor Rd., Toledo. 419-530-2448.
March 15-16: Theater Vision: Star Trek Live, 10 a.m. and 12:15 p.m., Franciscan Theatre & Conference Center, 6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania. 419-824-3999 or www.lourdes.edu/theater.
March 16: Andy Cooney’s Forever Irish, Maumee Performing Arts Center, Maumee High School, 1147 Saco Dr. 800-628-8687.
March 17-20: Comedian Mark Sweeney, Fat Fish Blue home of the Funny Bone, 6140 Levis Commons Blvd., Perrysburg. 419-931-3474 or www.fatfishblue.com.
March 17: 2011 YWCA Milestones Luncheon, 11:30 a.m., SeaGate Convention Centre, 401 Jefferson Ave., Toledo. www.ywca.org.
March 17: 2011 Lecture Series presented by the Wolcott House Museum Guild and the Maumee Branch Library, Featuring Steve Alexander as Gen. George A. Custer in “The Civil War,” 10 a.m., Maumee Branch Library, 501 River Rd. 419-259-5360 or toledolibrary.org.
March 17: St. Patrick’s Day at Put-in-Bay, downtown Put-in-Bay. The Irish and the Irish-wannabes gather for a plate of stew, some Irish brew and a song or two.visitputinbay.com.
March 18: “Evil Dead: The Musical,” Valentine Theatre, 400 N. Superior St., Toledo. Hilarious live stage show combines all the elements of the cult classic horror films Evil Dead, Evil Dead 2, and Army of Darkness to make one of the craziest theatrical experiences of all time. 419-242-2787 or www.valentinetheatre.com.
March 18: Toledo Walleye vs. South Carolina Stingrays, 7 p.m., Huntington Center, 500 Jefferson Ave., Toledo. 419-725-WALL or www.toledowalleye.com.
March 19: Glass City Rollers Game 4, 7 p.m., SeaGate Convention Centre, 401 Jefferson Ave., Toledo. www.ticketmaster.com or 866-448-7849.
March 19: Teddy Bear Care Fair, Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way, Toledo, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Does your stuffed pal need a check-up or repairs? Whether you have a teddy bear, a monkey, or an animal never before seen, bring it to the zoo to get fixed up fit as a fiddle and then enjoy activities and zoo animal fun. 419-385-4040 or www.toledozoo.org.
March 19: Vineyard Adventure, Go Green, Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way, Toledo, 7-9 p.m. A fun evening for adults or a romantic couple’s night out. 419-385-4040 or www.toledozoo.org.
March 19: Spirit Rocks Cheer & Dance Competitions, SeaGate Convention Centre, 401 Jefferson St., Toledo. www.spiritrockscompetition.com or 419-255-3300.
March 19: Toledo Walleye vs. Trenton Devils, 7 p.m., Huntington Center, 500 Jefferson Ave., Toledo 419-725-WALL or www.toledowalleye.com.
March 19-20: 26th Annual Fremont Toy Show, Sandusky Co. Fairgrounds, corner of Rawson and North, Fremont. Hours are Saturday 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sunday 9 a.m.-3 p.m. $2 admission. Over 200 tables with more than 80 dealers presenting a variety of toys including farm toys, trucks, tractors, NASCAR, construction equipment, dolls books and more. 419-307-5026 or www.sanduskycounty.org.
March 19-27: Free Boat Show, Bass Pro Shops, 10000 Bass Pro Blvd., Rossford (during store hours). Seminars will also be presented Saturdays and Sundays at 1, 2 and 3 p.m. Free crafts for kids from 1-3 p.m. and free casting game from noon-3 p.m. 419-891-3900.
March 19: Bowl for Kids Sake, a benefit for Big Brothers Big Sisters of NWO, Bay Center Recreation, 3316 Navarre Ave. Bowl for fun, food and lots of prizes. 419-243-4600, ext. 14.
March 19: Glass City Rollers Roller Derby, 7-9 p.m., SeaGate Convention Center, 401 Jefferson Ave., Toledo. www.ticketmaster.com or www.glasscityrollers.com.
March 20: “Anne of Green Gables,” Owens Community College Center for Fine and Performing Arts, 30335 Oregon Rd., Perrysburg. The classic tale of a young orphan girl whose dauntless spirit transforms her adoptive family is brought to life in ArtsPower National Touring Theaters production. Owenstix.com or 567-661-2787.
March 20: Toledo Walleye vs. Trenton Devils, 4 p.m., Huntington Center, 500 Jefferson Ave., Toledo. 419-725-WALL or www.toledowalleye.com.
March 20: TMRA Hamfest, Owens Community College Student Health and Activity Center, 30335 Oregon Rd., Perrysburg. A ham radio, electronics, and computer equipment show open to all. Featuring hard-to-find electrical and electronic equipment. 419-729-3484 or tmrahamradio.org.
March 22-27: Farmfest, Imagination Station, 1 Discovery Way, Toledo. Imagination Station brings the farm to downtown Toledo for Farmfest, a weeklong event to recognize and celebrate the abundance provided by American agriculture. 419-244-2674 or wwwimaginationstationtoledo.org.
March 23: “Post Secret: Author Frank Warren,” Owens Community College Center for Fine and Performing Arts, 30335 Oregon Rd., Perrysburg, 7 p.m. Author Frank Warren is the creator of the blog phenomenon Post Secret Project, a collection of highly personal and artfully decorated postcards mailed anonymously from around the world, displaying the soulful secrets we never voice. www.owenstix.com or 567-661-2787.
March 23-24: “Theater Vision: Very Hungry Caterpillar & Other Eric Carle Favourites,” Franciscan Theatre & Conference Center, 6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania. www.lourdes,edu/theater or 419-824-3999.
March 24-27: Comedian Chad Daniels, Fat Fish Blue home of the Funny Bone, 6140 Levis Commons Blvd., Perrysburg. www.fatfishblue.com or 419-931-3474.
March 24: 2011 Lecture Series presented by the Wolcott House Museum Guild and the Maumee Branch Library, Featuring Larry L. Nelson: The War of 1812 Maumee Valley Campaign, 10 a.m., Maumee Branch Library, 501 River Rd. 419-259-5360 or toledolibrary.org.
March 24: Silver Screen Classics: “Some Like It Hot,” Valentine Theatre, 400 N. Superior St., Toledo, 7:30 p.m. $4 admission, $2 popcorn, $3 tall draft beer. 419-242-2787 or www.valentinetheatre.com.
March 24-27: Zenobia Shrine Circus, SeaGate Convention Centre, 401 Jefferson Ave., Toledo. Two shows each day (2 and 6:30 p.m.) www.ticketmaster.com or 866-448-7849.
March 26: Mobile Meals’ Great Chili Cook-Off, Great Hall of the Stranahan Theater, 4545 Heatherdowns Blvd., Toledo, noon-4 p.m. Free admission. Proceeds benefit Mobile Meals of Toledo. 419-255-7806 or www.mobilemeals.org.
March 26 and 31: Bob Seger and The Silver Bullet Band, Huntington Center, 500 Jefferson Ave., Toledo. www.livenation.com or 800-745-3000.
March 26: W.A.V.E Festival, a festival recognizing the diversity and vision of women artists and entrepreneurs, Lourdes College Franciscan Theater and Conference Center, 6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania. www.lourdes.edu/WAVE.
March 26: Animarathon – Animation Convention, Bowling Green State University. Free. A celebration of any and all aspects of anime and related Japanese media., and the overall “nerd culture” that we’ve all come to know and love www.animarathon.com.
March 27: Toledo Walleye vs. Cincinnati Cyclones, Huntington Center, 500 Jefferson Ave., Toledo. 419-725-WALL or www.toledowalleye.com.
March 28: Theater Vision: If You Give a Mouse a Cookie, Franciscan Theatre & Conference Center, 6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania. www.lourdes.edu/theater or 419-824-3999.
March 30: Todd Rundgren in concert, Stranahan Theater Great Hall, 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd., Toledo, 7:30 p.m. www.ticketmaster.com or 866-448-7849.
March 31: 2011 Lecture Series presented by the Wolcott House Museum Guild and the Maumee Branch Library, Featuring • March 31– Jim Bowsher: Stories from the Past, 10 a.m., Maumee Branch Library, 501 River Rd. 419-259-5360 or toledolibrary.org.
March 31: Comedian Ron White, Stranahan Theater, 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd., Toledo. www.stranahantheater.com.
March 31-April 3: Comedian David Midnight Swinger Scott Fat Fish Blue home of the Funny Bone, 6140 Levis Commons Blvd., Perrysburg. www.fatfishblue.com or 419-931-3474.
April
April 2: 9th Annual Toledo Elvis Festival, Civic Centre Promenade, 237 S. Erie St. Doors open at 2 p.m. www.elvissweetspirit.com
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