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Toledo
Kate Jordan & Soul Venture will perform Nov. 21 at 8:15 and 10:45 a.m., Church of the Cross United Methodist Church, 1806 Cass Rd. A unique blend of music, scripture and stories. Info: Darlene Miller at 419-382-4080.
Block Watch 410-M (formerly 422-A) East Toledo/Raymer School area, meetings are held at the Memorial United Church of Christ, 1301 Starr Ave. at Plymouth Street on the second Thursday of each month from 6-7 p.m. Call 419-697-9975 to arrange for accommodations for those with disabilities or to arrange for coloring supplies for children attending with adults.
Free Jam Session Mondays and Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m., VFW 3265, 5416 Summit St. Music, dancing, pool, shuffle board. Refreshments available.
VFW 2510 Paper Drive will be conducted throughout the month of November. Phone books, and newspapers may be dropped off between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. at the post, 617 Second St., East Toledo, across from the post office. No cardboard please. For info: Jr. Vice Commander Larry Green at 419-698-8759.
Oregon
Fall Fun Program for Family Time for ages 2-5 Mondays at 7 p.m. through Nov. 15, Oregon Branch Library, 3340 Dustin Rd. Join Miss Jessica for an evening of fun with an emphasis on early literacy skills. Registration required by calling 419-259-5250.
Preschool Storytimes for ages 3-5 Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. through Nov. 17, Oregon Branch Library, 3340 Dustin Rd. Engaging books, action songs, rhymes and fingerplays. Registration required by calling 419-259-5250.
City of Oregon Tree Commission Meeting Nov. 17, 7 p.m., Oregon’s Community Room, 5330 Seaman Rd. Public invited.
PERI Chapter #93 Meeting Nov. 18, 1 p.m., Oregon Fire Station #2, 1102 S. Wheeling St. “Feed Your Neighbor Week.” Speaker, refreshments and fellowship.
Mercy St. Charles Hospital Auxiliary Annual Masquerade Jewelry Party Nov. 18, 7 a.m.-6 p.m. and Nov. 19 from 7 a.m.-2 p.m., in the Oregon Room. Info: 419-693-3909.
Oregon Business and Professional Women Holiday Auction & Dinner Nov. 18, 6 p.m. in the lower-level meeting room of Bay Park Community Hospital. For dinner reservations, call Pat Covil-Olson at 419-693-8659, or come at 7 p.m. after dinner (no charge). Proceeds will help send two girls to Buckeye Girls State.
Fish Fry Nov. 19, 4-7 p.m., St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 798 S. Coy Rd. (corner of Navarre Avenue and Coy Road). Featuring all-you-can-eat Alaskan walleye, Dessert included. Dine in or carry out. Children’s meals available.
Clowning Around program for ages 3-10, Nov. 20, 2-2:45 p.m., Oregon Branch Library, 3340 Dustin Rd. Silly entertainment with goofy activities, balloon animals and magic tricks from Poo-Peck the Clown.
OH/MICH Tailgate Party hosted by Kateri Catholic Academy/Cardinal Stritch High School, Nov. 20, 7 p.m., in the Cardinal Stritch High School gym. Silent auctions, 50/50, raffles, door prizes and food. $20 tickets available in advance or at the door. Info: Beth Perry at 419-260-1367. Proceeds benefit the Kateri Catholic School System and Cardinal Stritch High School.
Baby Time Storytime for ages 1-2 Thursdays at 10 a.m. through Nov. 18, Oregon Branch Library, 3340 Dustin Rd. Join Miss Diane for stories, rhymes and music. Registration required by calling 419-259-5250.
Book Discussion Group meets every third Tuesday at 1 p.m., Oregon Branch Library, 3340 Dustin Rd. Info: 419-259-5250.
Maumee Bay Country Quilt Guild meets the first Tuesday of every month at 6:45 p.m. in the Oregon Room, Mercy St. Charles Hospital. Guests welcome ($5 fee). Info: Joan Swartz at 419-691-2720.
Mercy St. Charles Foundation “Christmas in Wonderland” Art and Craft Show Nov. 30 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the hospital, 2600 Navarre Ave. Call 419-696-6245 for info.
"James Wes Hancock" Oregon Senior Center, 5760 Bayshore Rd., open weekdays 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Daily activities include: bingo, fitness classes, line dancing, exercise, Bunco, Euchre, and health screenings. Lunch served at 11:30 a.m. daily. A $2.50 donation is suggested for seniors 60 and older; all others $5.32. Reservations must be made 24 hours in advance by calling 419-698-7078.
Sunoco Retirees meet for lunch the first Monday of each month at 11:15 a.m., Bayside Boardwalk, 2759 Seaman Rd. Info/reservations: Al McEwen 419-893-3075.
East Toledo/Oregon Kiwanis meet the second and fourth Mondays of the month at noon in the basement level at Bay Park Community Hospital. Info: 419-693-4458.
Oregon Jerusalem Historical Society Museum Complex, 1133 Grasser Street at Pickle, will be open Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Group tours by appointment only. Info: 419-698-2096 or 419-691-5367.
Toastmasters Club meets the first and third Tuesdays of each month at 6:30 p.m. in the Lake Michigan Room near the cafeteria at Bay Park Community Hospital. Visitors welcome. Info: Julie at 419-836-5051 or Kathy at 419-836-8292.
Walk With Us, a free, area-wide, adult support group for anyone who has suffered the death of a loved one, meets the first Thursday of the month from 12-1:30 p.m. and the third Thursday from 6:30-8 p.m. in a handicap-accessible meeting room at New Harvest Church, 3540 Seaman Rd. Always confidential. Not a religious or social activity. Walk in or call Julie Marshall at 419-343-2311 or Judy Hoeflinger at 419-691-9750. Sponsored by Hoeflinger-Bolander Funeral Home.
Jerusalem Twp.
Jerusalem Township Food Pantry, second Wednesday of every month, 9-11 a.m. at the township hall, 9501 Jerusalem Rd.
Mobile Benefit Bank representative will be available at the Jerusalem Twp. Food Pantry Nov. 10 to help with applying for food stamps, WIC, medical assistance, home energy assistance, Golden Buckeye card, free legal assistance, etc. Info: 419-255-0814.
Northwood
Northwood VFW 2984 events include: Monday Night Taco Nights from 5:30-7:30 p.m. (open to the public); Breakfasts Sundays from 9 a.m. to noon. The post is located at 102 W. Andrus Rd. Wing Night Nov. 18, 5-7:30 p.m.
Bowling Green
Wood Co. Chapter of Ohio Genealogical Society Meeting Nov. 16, 6:30 p.m., Wood Co. Public Library meeting room, 251 N. Main St. Program: “What’s in My Name?” Chapter president Richard Juergens will be guest speaker. Program follows 6:30 p.m. business meeting. Public welcome.
Bradner
Bradner United Methodist Church 30th Annual Harvest Dinner Nov. 13, 4:30-6:30 p.m. in the church basement, 128 N. East St. Featuring turkey, chicken, ham, sides, homemade pie and drink. Carryouts available from 4-4:30 p.m. Children’s meals available. For advance tickets, call 419-352-5857.
Elmore
Delta Chi Chapter of Sigma Alpha Sorority Bake Sale Nov. 19, 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. and Nov. 20, 9 a.m.-noon, Huntington Bank, 365 Rice St. Featuring pies, cakes, cookies, candy and other goodies. Proceeds benefit philanthropic programs, including the Ottawa Co. Holiday Bureau, Woodmore scholarship and more.
Harris-Elmore Public Library will welcome guest storyteller Jeannie Giesler, of Diversified Insurance Services, during storytimes Dec. 10 and 17 at 10:30 a.m. Open to preschoolers (3-5 years). Storytimes, which will last about 30 minutes, will be followed by a snack. Info: 419-862-2482.
Harris-Elmore Public Library Adult Book Discussion Group meets the fourth Thursday of the month at 10:30 a.m. Elmore Senior Center-Elmore Golden Oldies at Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church, 19225 Witty Rd. Lunch served Tuesday and Thursday at noon. Reservations required by 10 a.m. the day before the meal. Blood pressure and blood sugar checks the 4th Tuesday of the month; bingo played the 4th Tuesday of the month after lunch. Reservations: 419-862-3874.
Elmore Golden Oldies Crocheting Class the first and third Tuesday of the month from 9:30-11:30 a.m. at Grace Lutheran Church.
Genoa
Trinity United Methodist Church, corner of Main and 4th, will be showing the film "Facing the Giants" on their large screen in the sanctuary Nov. 13 at 7 p.m. The family-friendly film is produced by the same people that made "Fireproof." Public invited.
Book Discussion Groups have begun meeting again at the Genoa Branch Library, 602 West St. Groups meet the third Thursday of the month at 9:30 a.m. and the third Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. Call the library at 419-855-3380 for information on titles or to reserve a book.
Genoa Senior Center, 514 Main St., serves lunch every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 11:30 a.m. On Mondays and Wednesdays, the group plays cards at 12:30 p.m. Blood pressure and blood sugar checks are offered on the third Wednesday of the month. Bingo is played Monday mornings at 9:30 a.m. Call 419-855-4491 for lunch reservations.
Saturday Hours added at Trinity Thrift Shop, 105 4th St. The Thrift Shop is now open Fridays from 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. and Saturdays 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Clothes and small household items are available at reasonable prices. Proceeds benefit mission projects.
Genoa Area Food Pantry open the second Saturday of the month, 10 a.m.-noon and the fourth Thursday of the month from 3:30-5 p.m. at Genoa Trinity United Methodist Church, 4th and Main streets. Parking available at the church.
Gibsonburg
Active Seniors are invited to Meet and Eat at the Gibsonburg Senior Center, 100 Meadow Lane. Nutritional lunches every weekday, educational and social programs, health assessments and more. Transportation to the center available. Home-delivered meals also available for homebound seniors. Info: 419-637-7947.
Graytown
Holiday Shopping Open House Nov. 20, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Elliston Zion UMC. Premier Jewelry, Mary Kay, cards, Pampered Chef, Miche Purses, Tupperware, Tastefully Simple, gourmet apples, jewelry, dolls, beads and baked goods.
Info: 419-862-3166.
Lake Twp.
Lake Elementary Organization Vendor Day Extravaganza Nov. 20, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Lake Elementary cafeteria, 28150 Leymone Rd, Free admission. Shop local vendors. Activities, prizes and refreshments. Proceeds support Lake/Walbridge Elementary.
Mobile Food Pantry sponsored by the fire department auxiliary every third Monday of the month, 5-7 p.m. at Fire Station 1, 4505 Walbridge Rd.
Luckey
Food Pantry open to the public the last Wednesday of the month from 1 to 3 p.m. and the last Thursday of the month 6-8 p.m., Main Street and Krotzer Avenue. Contact local church offices for further details.
Martin
Turkey Shoots sponsored by Ottawa County Conservation League Nov. 14 and Dec. 12, 11 a.m. $2.50 per shot. Winners have a choice of turkey, ham or bacon. Refreshments available.
Pemberville
Pemberville United Methodist Church Public Dinner Nov. 20, 4:30-6:30 p.m., 205 Perry St. Menu includes turkey and dressing, sides, dessert, roll and beverage. Carryouts available.
Pemberville Area Senior Center, located within Bethlehem Lutheran Church, provides programs and activities for adults 60 and over. Open 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday through Friday. Lunch served at noon.
The Community Food Pantry at Bethlehem Lutheran Church is open Monday-Friday 11 a.m.-2 p.m. and Thursday evenings 7-8:30 p.m. Contact local churches for further details.
Rossford
Fish Fry Nov. 19 and Dec. 3 from 5-7:30 p.m. at Rossford Eagles 2322 658 Lime City Rd. All-you-can-eat. Call 419-666-5664 for carryout service or call 419-666-9253 for more info. Public welcome.
Walbridge
Chicken Dinner, Nov. 20, 5-7 p.m., Walbridge VFW Post 9963, 109 N. Main St. Includes mashed potatoes, vegetable, salad, roll and butter and dessert.
Mystery Book Discussion Group will discuss “Pushing Up Daisies,” a mystery by Rosemary Harris Nov. 22 at 6 p.m., 108 N. Main St. Info: 419-666-9900 or wcdpl.org/wcdplwalbridge.asp.
2nd Annual Holiday Bazaar/Craft Show Dec. 4, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., St. Jerome Church, 300 Warner St. Sponsored by St. Jerome Altar & Rosary Sodality and St. Jerome Lady Knights.
Woodville
Chicken Dinner, Nov. 20, 5-7 p.m., Walbridge VFW Post 9963, 109 N. Main St. Includes mashed potatoes, vegetable, salad, roll and butter and dessert.
Woodville Senior Center offers lunch Monday through Friday at 11:30 a.m. Call 419-849-3636 for reservations. Home delivery also available.
Woodville Public Library Preschool Storytimes are held at 7 p.m. Monday evenings. To register for either program, or for more info, visit www.birchard.lib.oh.us and follow the links under "Kid Zone," or call 419-849-2744.
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