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Toledo
Insurance Women of Toledo (IWOT) meeting Nov. 9, 6 p.m., Tamaraon Country Club, 2162 W. Alexis Rd. Anyone in the insurance and related industries is welcome. Info: Sandy Fintel at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Crafters Sought for a craft fair Dec. 5, 6 & 7, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Oakdale Elementary School, corner Oakdale & East Broadway. For table info, call Chris or Tracy at 419-671-7350.

East Toledo Senior Activities Center Annual Christmas Luncheon Dec. 9 at noon, 1001 White St. Menu includes lasagna, tossed salad, breadstick, beverage and dessert. Cost is $6 per person, which includes lunch and a gift for everyone. Reservations & payment required by Dec. 1. Info: 419-691-2254.

Crafters/Vendors Wanted for Dec. 10, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Bill Lake Memorial Hall, 1224 W. Sylvania. Info: Pam at 419-754-1969.

TOPS (taking off pounds sensibly) welcomes new members who want to lose weight. The group meets Mon. 7-8 p.m. at the East Toledo Senior Center, 1001 White St. Weigh-ins from 6-6:45 p.m. Call Judy at 419-691-8033 or come to a free meeting.  Everyone is welcome.

Blockwatch 420C/Victorian Hilltop Coalition meets the first Tuesday of every month at 6 p.m. at Martin Luther Lutheran Church, 602 Nevada St.

Oregon
Senior Book Discussion Group meets the first Fri. of the month at the Oregon Branch Library, 3340 Dustin Rd. Books available at the library circulation desk. No registration required. Info: 419-259-5250.

Oregon Community Theatre Auditions for "Sylvia" Nov. 7 & 8, 6-8 p.m., Fassett Auditorium, 3025 Starr Ave. Auditioners should be prepared to read from the script. Shows are Feb. 17-19 and 24-25, 2012.  Questions, call 419-691-1398.

Family Storytimes Mondays through Nov. 7, 7-7:30 p.m., Oregon Branch Library, 3340 Dustin Rd. For 2-year-olds and older with a caregiver. Registration required by calling 419-259-5250.

Mercy St. Charles Hospital Auxiliary will hold a dedication and blessing of its Memory Wall Nov.9 at 5:45 p.m.

Preschool Storytimes Wednesdays through Nov. 9, 10:30-11 a.m., Oregon Branch Library, 3340 Dustin Rd. For 3-5 year olds. Registration required by calling 419-259-5250.

Theology with Toast, 10 a.m., the Little Sisters of the Poor, 930 S Wynn Rd, On Nov. 9, Marsha Rivas will present "Saints With Disabilities." Coffee and rolls at 9:30 a.m. Info: Alice at 419-698-0405.

Financial Workshop presented by The Mercy St. Charles Foundation Nov. 14 and 21, 6-7 p.m. in the hospital boardroom. Cost is $30 per person. Recommended for those 50 and older preparing for retirement. 419-696-7645.

Mercy St. Charles Auxiliary Prize Bingo Party Nov. 16 in the hospital’s Oregon Room. Doors open at 6 p.m. Bingo starts at 7 p.m. Refreshments available.

Babytime at the Oregon Branch Library, 3340 Dustin Rd., Thursdays through Nov. 10, 10:30-10:50 a.m. For 1- & 2-year-olds with a caregiver. Registration required by calling 419-259-5250.

PERI Chapter #93 Meeting Nov. 17, 1 p.m., Oregon Fire Station #2, 1102 S. Wheeling St. “Feed Your Neighbor Month.” Speaker, fellowship & refreshments.

Thanksgiving Eve Service Nov. 23, 7 p.m., First St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, 1121 Grasser St. An evening of praise, music and Thanksgiving with refreshments to follow.

Free English as a Second Language Classes Mon. & Wed. through May 23, Wynn Center, Room 208, 5224 Bayshore Rd. Info: 419-697-3450.

Wednesday Euchre Playing sponsored by Dunberger Post Color Guard, 1 p.m. Doors open at 12:15 p.m. Public invited.

Maumee Bay Country Quilt Guild meets the 1st. Tue. 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.

Book Discussion Group meets every 3rd Tues., 1 p.m., Oregon Branch Library, 3340 Dustin Rd. 419-259-5250.

"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. $2.50 donation is suggested for seniors 60 & older; all others $5.32. Reservations required 24 hours in advance. 419-698-7078.

Sunoco Retirees meet for lunch the 1st Mon. of each month, 11:15 a.m., Bayside Boardwalk, 2759 Seaman Rd. Reservations: Al McEwen 419-893-3075.

East Toledo/Oregon Kiwanis meet the 2nd & 4th Mon. of the month at noon in the basement level at Bay Park Community Hospital. 419-693-4458.

Toastmasters Club meets the 1st & 3rd Tues. of each month, 6:30 p.m., Lake Michigan Room, Bay Park Community Hospital. Visitors welcome. Info: Julie at 419-836-5051/ Kathy at 419-836-8292.

Luther Ridge Apartments, 80 S. Wheeling St., offers senior lunches at noon Tues., Wed. & Thurs.. 419-480-7549.

Oregon-Jerusalem Historical Society, 1133 Grasser St., hours include Thurs. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Docents will be available for tours during these times. Free (donations welcome). www.ojhs.org.

First St. Mark’s Wednesday After School Program 4-6:30 p.m., 1121 Grasser St. Come for supper, snacks, speakers, and worship as well fun and games. 419-693-7128

Northwood
All-You-Can Eat Spaghetti Dinner Nov. 11, 4:30-7 p.m. Northwood Church of God, 1838 S. Coy Rd., corner of Coy & Curtice. Children’s meals available. Under 4 eat free.

Northwood VFW 2984 Fish Fry Fridays 5-8 p.m. Also serving steaks, chicken & shrimp. Karaoke 8 p.m.-midnight. Tacos Monday nights 4-7 p.m.; breakfast Sundays from 9 a.m.-noon

Crafters wanted for a Holiday Craft Bazaar on Nov. 18 & 19 at Unity United Methodist Church, 1910 E. Broadway, Northwood. Table rental is $15 per table for two days. For info, call Jan at 419-666-0481.

Northwood VFW Ladies Auxiliary is selling cookbooks featuring 400 recipes for a donation of $15. Call 419-461-3255 or pick up on Fridays at 102 Andrus Rd.

Jerusalem Twp.
Jerusalem Township Food Pantry, second Wednesday of every month, 9-11 a.m. at the township hall, 9501 Jerusalem Rd.

Clay Center
Bake Sale & Holiday Fair Nov. 11, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., First Presbyterian Church of Clay Center, Main St. Info: 419-836-8270.

Elliston
Vendors Wanted for a Holiday Showcase Nov. 12, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Elliston Zion UMC. Table rental $15. Info: 419-862-3102.

Elmore
Texas Hold-em Freezeout Tournament Nov. 5, 7 p.m., Elmore Historical Barn, 353 Ottawa St. Sponsored by the Elmore Historical Society and the Harris-Elmore Fire Dept. Cash games starting at 5 p.m. Tournament registration begins at 6 p.m. Free food & drink provided for participants. Info: 419-377-0700.

Mark’s Gospel Live performed solo by Rev. Joseph Morris Nov. 12, 6:30 p.m., St. John’s United Church of Christ, 448 Rice St. Info: www.gospelofmark.us, 419-862-3511 or http://stjuccelmore.org. Admission is a non-perishable food item..

Preschool Storytimes Wed. at 11 a.m., Elmore Library. The library would like to offer evening storytimes. Call 419-862-2482 to express an interest.

Harris-Elmore Public Library Morning Book Discussion Group will now meet on the 4th Wed. of the month at 10:30 a.m.

Elmore Senior Center-Elmore Golden Oldies, Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church, 19225 Witty Rd. Lunch served Tues. & Thurs. at noon. Reservations required by 10 a.m. the day before. Blood pressure & blood sugar checks the 4th Tues. of the month; bingo the 4th Tues. of the month after lunch. Reservations: 419-862-3874.

Elmore Golden Oldies Crocheting Class the 1st & 3rd Tues. of the month, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Grace Lutheran Church.

Genoa
Genoa Area Music Boosters Fruit & Flower Sale runs through Nov. 7. Call 419-855-0361 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it to place an order.

Bingo Nov. 11 & 18, 7 p.m., Genoa American Legion, 302 West St. Play bingo for food items and Grocery gift cards. Raffles and door prizes. No smoking.

Feather Parties Nov. 11 and 18, Genoa American Legion. Doors open at 5 p.m. Bingo and lots of prizes, including turkeys and hams,

Annual Chicken & Swiss Steak Dinner, Nov. 12, 4:30-7 p.m., St. John's UCC, 1213 Washington St. Complete carry-out available. Proceeds support TUCS & CUE.

Preschool Storytime Tues, at 11 a.m., Genoa Library. The library would like to offer evening storytimes. Call 419-862-2482 to express an interest.

Book Discussion Groups meet the 3rd Thurs. of the month at 9:30 a.m. & the 3rd Tues. at 7 p.m., Genoa Branch Library, 602 West St. Call 419-855-3380 to reserve a book.

Genoa Senior Center 514 Main St., serves lunch Mon., Wed. & Fri., 11:30 a.m. (call 419-855-4491 for reservations). Card playing Mon. & Wed. at 12:30 p.m.; blood sugar checks offered the 3rd Wed. of the month;  bingo Mon. at 9:30 a.m. Trinity Thrift Shop, 105 4th St., hours are Fri. 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. & Sat. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Clothes & small household items available at reasonable prices. Proceeds benefit mission projects.

Genoa Community Food Pantry Open monthly on the 3rd Thurs. from 3:30-5:30 p.m. and the following Saturday of the same week from 10 a.m. to noon. (Nov 17 & 19; Dec. 15 & 17). Serving those who are in Genoa School District. Proper ID and billing within the district address required. Pantry is located at Trinity United Methodist Church, 4th & Main. Info: 419-855-3575 or 855-8539.

Evening Storytimes at the Genoa Branch Library Monday evenings through Nov. 21, 6-7 p.m., 328 Toledo St.  Includes a snack and/or craft, as well as several stories. October’s book is “Isaac’s Storm,” by Erik Larson. New members welcome.

Gibsonburg
Active Seniors invited to Meet & Eat at Gibsonburg Senior Center, 100 Meadow Lane. Lunches every weekday, educational & social programs, health assessments & more. Transportation and home-delivered meals available. 419-637-7947.

Lake Twp.
Farmer’s Market Fridays, 5-7 p.m., Friendship Park, 27975 Cummings Rd. For info or vendor signup, call Ron Hanely, 419-392-3235.

Mobile Food Pantry sponsored by the fire department auxiliary every 3rd Mon. of the month, 5-7 p.m., Fire Station 1, 4505 Walbridge Rd.

Luckey
Election Day Luncheon Nov. 8, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. and 4:30-6:30 p.m., Zion United Methodist Church (across from the elementary school). Featuring soups, sandwiches & desserts.

Euchre Tournament Nov. 12, Luckey American Legion Hall, Post #240, 335 Park Dr. Food and retraction at 6 p.m.; tournament begins at 7 p.m. Open to individuals 18 and older. Concessions and soft drinks available for purchase.

Free Meal 4th Mon. of each month, American Legion Post 240, 335 Park Dr. Serving 5-7 p.m.

Food Pantry open to the public the last Wed. of the month, 1-3 p.m. & the last Thurs. of the month 6-8 p.m., Main St. & Krotzer Ave. Contact local church offices for info.

Martin
Turkey Shoots Nov. 13 & Dec. 11, 11 a.m., Ottawa Co. Conservation League. Prizes include hams, turkeys & bacon. $2.50 a shot. 12, 20 & 410 shells furnished. No gun sleeves. Trap shoots held every Thurs., 6-9 p.m. $3.50 a round.

Millbury
Crafters Needed for a Christmas Craft Bazaar Dec. 3, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., St. Peter’s United Church of Christ, 28505 Main St. Info: 419-836-3243.

Oak Harbor
Swiss Steak Dinner St. Paul United Church of Christ, Oak Harbor, Nov. 16, 4-7 p.m., Featuring Swiss Steak, side dishes & homemade pie. Children’s meals available. For tickets, call the church at 419-898-0852. Carryouts available.

Pemberville
Pemberville Area Senior Center at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, provides programs & activities for adults 60 & over. Open 10 a.m.-2 p.m. M-F. Lunch served at noon.

Community Food Pantry at Bethlehem Lutheran Church open M-Th,11 a.m.-2 p.m. (excluding holidays). Open to Eastwood School District residents. ID & proof of residency required. Info available at Pemberville churches.

Perrysburg
Women’s Retreat sponsored by St. Rose Catholic Church Nov. 5 from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Nationally known Catholic speaker Genevieve Kineke, author of “The Authentic Catholic Woman” and founding editor of “Canticle,” a magazine for Catholic women, will discuss how faith can guide individuals on the vocation of being a woman today. Breakfast and lunch will be provided. To register, call the parish office at 419-874-4559 or e-mail to stroseoffice@stroseparish.

Rossford
All Saints Parish Annual Chicken Paprikas Dinner Nov. 13, noon-4 p.m. or until sold out, McAlear Center, 628 Lime City Rd. Half-portion dinners available. Drive through and carryouts available. Info: 419-666-1393.

Stony Ridge
Annual Holiday Bazaar Nov. 12, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Stony Ridge United Methodist Church, 5542 Fremont Pike (SR 2). Handcrafted holiday items along with hot lunches, homemade cookies, pies & noodles. Whole pies & carryouts available.

Free Community Meals sponsored by People Feeding People will be offered the 3rd Monday of each month from 5-7 p.m. in the parish hall of Stony Ridge Lutheran Church, 5520 Fremont Pike. Open to everyone. For more info, contact Nancy K. 419-460-1698 or Jodie H. 419-654-8879 or email pfpministries @aol.com.

Walbridge
Feather Party Nov. 6, 6 p.m., St. Jerome Church. Featuring ham, bingo, poker & door prizes. Proceeds benefit St. Jerome Parish and Kateri Catholic Academy.

Village of Walbridge Centennial Committee will meet Nov. 8, 6:30 p.m. at the Village Office.

St. Jerome Church 5th Annual Ohio/Michigan 5K Run Nov. 12 Registration begins at 8; race begins at 9 a.m. First-place finishers for male and female will receive $100 gift certificates toward a pair of running shoes at the Second Sole. Entries are $20 in advance or $25 the day of the race. Register online at www.toledoroadrunners.org. Info: Tammy Wilhelm at 419-699-3364.

Family Storytimes for children of all ages Tues. 11 a.m., Walbridge Branch Library, 108 N. Main St. Free. 419-666-9900.

Williston
Feather Party sponsored by the Allen Twp. Firemen’s Assn. Nov. 12, 7:30 p.m. at the fire station in Willistion. Turkeys, hams, cash raffle.

Woodville
Woodville Senior Center offers lunch M-F, 11:30 a.m. (call 419-849-3636 for reservations). Home delivery also available.

Annual Election Day Dinner & Bazaar Nov. 8 from 5 to 7 p.m., Woodville United Methodist Church, 201 W. First St. Featuring Swiss steak or baked chicken dinners with homemade pies. Crafts, bazaar and bake sale from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

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