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Toledo
Lenten Fish Fries April 8 and 22, 5 p.m. until sold out, VFW Post 4906, 2161 Consaul St. Dinners include Lake Erie perch, shrimp, frog legs, fries, cole slaw and homemade desserts. Carryouts welcome.

Birmingham Branch Library Activities (203 Paine Ave.), include Crazy Story Creation Week for grades K-5, April 11-15, Create a crazy, funny story to celebrate National Library Week. The funniest story wins a prize. From Plant to Plate, April 12, 6:30 p.m. Lee Richter of the OSU Extension Center offers tips for the first-time gardener, as well as recipes and ideas for using your produce. Teens and adults welcome. After School Cookies and Milk, grades K-4, April 15, 4 p.m. Snacks, stories, and a puppet show. Homework Helper Miss Judy is available Mondays and Fridays, 3:30-5:30 p.m. to help with schoolwork and play educational games.

East Toledo Senior Activities Center is selling raffle tickets for an afghan or quilt made by senior citizens. Drawing will be held April 29. Info: 419-691-2254.

Blockwatch formerly 422B now 420C meets the first Tuesday (note change of day) of every month beginning April 5 at 6 p.m. at Martin Luther Lutheran Church, 602 Nevada St. Correct information about the upcoming Mayor’s meeting will be discussed.

First St. John Lutheran Church Card Party April 12 at noon, 2471 Seaman St. Reservations: 419-698-8963 or 419-691-7222.

Spring Card Party April 15, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., East Toledo Senior Activities Center, 1001 White St. Cost is $7 per person or $24 per table for a four-person table, which includes table, lunch, snacks and door prizes. Playing Euchre, bridge, Phase 10, Uno, Skip-Bo and more. Reservations required by April 11. For info or reservations, call 419-691-2254.

St. Thomas Aquinas Parish Lenten Fish Fries every Friday during Lent, 5-7 p.m., 729 White St. Featuring Alaskan Pollock and sides. Children’s meals and carryouts available. Building is handicapped-accessible. Info: 419-698-1519.

Toledo Farmer’s Market is open every Saturday through April 24, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. By rolling down the exterior doors that are installed on the west end of the market and turning on the heat, growers/producers are able to offer honey, coffee, eggs, cheeses, breads, wreaths, chocolates and more. Ohio Direction Card and all major credit cards are accepted. The Poultry House is open six days a week (closed Mondays).

Free Jam Session Mondays and Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m., VFW 3265, 5416 Summit St. Music, dancing, pool, shuffle board. Refreshments available.

Oregon
Fish Fry April 8, 4-7 p.m., St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 798 S. Coy at Navarre. Featuring all-you-can-eat Alaskan walleye, dessert and beverage. Dine in or carry out. Info: 419-691-9400.

Fassett Middle School Spring Craft Show April 9, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., 2035 Starr Ave. Lunch served from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Large selection of crafts and goodies.

Chicken Bar-B-Q Dinner April 10, noon, VFW Post 9816, 1802 Ashcroft Dr. Carryouts available. Call ahead at 419-698-8178.

Relay for Life Market Day April 11, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. in the Oregon Room at Mercy St. Charles Hospital. Crafts, gifts, Meiche bags, teas, candles, jewelry, baked goods and more.

Storytimes at the Oregon Branch Library include Family Time for ages 2-5 Mondays through April 11 at 7 p.m.; Preschool Storytime for ages 3-5 Wednesdays through April 13 at 10:30 a.m. and Baby Time for ages 1 and 2, Thursdays through April 14 at 10:30 a.m. Registration required by calling 419-259-5250.

Patron Appreciation Day in conjunction with National Library Week April 12, Oregon Branch Library, 3340 Dustin Rd. Cake and coffee noon-2 p.m.; children’s cookie-decorating at 6 p.m., followed by entertainment with Gerry Bose, who will delight with jokes, juggling and gimmicks. Info: 419-259-5305.

James Wes Hancock Oregon Senior Center Appreciation Reception to thank the community for their support April 13, 4:30-6:30 p.m., 5760 Bayshore Rd. Light refreshments and entertainment. RSVP by April 8 by calling 419-698-7078.

Theology with Toast presented the second Wednesday of every month at 10 a.m. at the Little Sisters of the Poor, 930 S Wynn. On April 13, Renee Marazon will discuss “St. Catherine of Siena.” Coffee, tea and rolls at 9:30 a.m. Building is handicap-accessible.

Spaghetti Dinner and Craft Show April 13, 4-7 p.m., East Toledo Senior Activities Center (Navarre Park Shelterhouse) 1001 White St. Pre-sale tickets are $7 for adults and $5 for seniors and children under 10. All tickets purchased the day of the event are $8. Homemade crafts and baked goods will be available for sale. Dine in or carry out. For info or tickets, call 419-691-2254.

Ham or Beef Tips Dinner April 14, 5-7 p.m., Christ Dunberger American Legion, 4925 Pickle Rd. Children 5 and under are free. Carryouts available.

Panel Discussion on Human Trafficking April 14, 7 p.m., St. Ignatius Church, 212 N. Stadium. Panel members include representatives from the Toledo-Lucas County Health Department, the Second Chance, the Ohio State Legislature and UT. Info: 419-693-1150.

3rd Annual Safe in the Shade Walk/Run for Melanoma will be held May 21 at 9 a.m. at Maumee Bay State Park, 1750 Park Rd., Register the day of the event 8-8:30 a.m. or Call Eleanor Riffle at 419-836-8117. Registration fee is $20 or $25 the day of the event.

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.

"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.

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.

Luther Ridge Apartments, 80 S. Wheeling St., offers senior lunches at noon Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Info: 419-480-7549.

Oregon Area Pastors Fellowship Luncheon held the first Wednesday of each month at noon at the Golden Jade. All pastors in Oregon and surrounding areas are encouraged to attend.

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.

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

Northwood
Red Cross Blood Drive April 9, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Trinity Grace Brethren Church, 4035 Williston Rd.

Fish Fry every Friday 5-7 p.m., Northwood VFW Post 2984, 102 Andrus Rd. Fried chicken, chicken fingers, steak and shrimp also available. Live entertainment to follow. Call 419-666-7762 for carryouts or info.

Taco Night every Monday night, VFW Post 2984, 102 Andrus Rd. Featuring tacos, tostadas, taco salad and homemade rice and beans. Info: 419-666-7762. Carryouts available.

Elmore
Red Cross Blood Drive April 4, 6 a.m.-6 p.m., Bethel United Brethren Church, 2920 SR 590.

Preschool Storytimes will be held every Wednesday at 11 a.m. at the Elmore Branch of Harris-Elmore Public Library. Info: 419-862-2482.

Senior Renewal Levy Meet and greet Open House April 10, 4-6 p.m., Red, White and Brew. Get information on the Senior Renewal Levy. Refreshments will be served. 

Harris-Elmore Fire Dept. Easter Feather Party April 16, 7-11 p.m.

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.

Fremont
Author Marilyn Johnson will speak at the Birchard Public Library, 423 Croghan St., April 11, 7 p.m. Johnson’s book, “This Book is Overdue,” is an exploration of the role that libraries and librarians play in guiding people through the age of information overload. The book is available for check-out at library locations in Fremont, Gibsonburg and Woodville. Info: www.marilynjohnson.net.

Fremont Area Women’s Connection Meeting April 12, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Fremont Country Club, 2340 E. State St. Doors open at 10:30 a.m. Chasity O’Neill, representing Fremont Memorial Foundation will present, “Serving and Caring For Our Community” and speaker Donna Merkiel, of Stowe, O., will discuss “Lights, Camera, Action.” Free childcare available. Reservations by April 7 by calling Donna Miller at 419-334-2262 or e-mail Betty at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Genoa
Luther Home of Mercy Bake Sale April 15, 9 a.m., Genoa Bank, 801 Main St. Info: 419-855-8381.

St. John’s 5th Annual Spring Bazaar, April 16, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., 1213 Washington St. Proceeds will benefit mission projects. For table info, call 419-855-3906 or 419-855-8539.

All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast featuring pancakes, sausage, eggs, biscuits and gravy, April 17, 8 a.m.-1 p.m., Genoa Legion Hall, 302 West St. Carryouts available. For info about Legion hall rental, call 419-460-3265.

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 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 Food Pantry is open second Saturday of the month from 10 a.m. to noon and fourth Thursday from 3:30-5 p.m. to residents of Genoa School District

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
Scrapbook Day April 9, 9 a.m.-9 p.m., Elliston Zion UMC, 18045 W. William St. $25 per person includes a half table, breakfast, lunch, dinner, drinks, snacks and door prizes. RSVP to Melissa by March 31 at 419-862-3102 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Proceeds support the mission work of a team traveling in July to Haiti.

Lake Twp.
Ageless Wonders of Lake Township meet for dinner April 14 at 5 p.m. at Oregon Inn, located at 6067 Bayshore Rd. Oregon Inn offers specials for seniors from 3 - 6 p.m. Monday thru Thursday for $9. (drinks are extra).  Reservations have been made under "Ageless Wonders." Info: Marcie at 419-836-3811.

Lake Twp. Fire Dept. and Friends of Lake Twp. Parks Pancake Breakfast 8 a.m.-1 p.m.; Easter Egg Hunt 11:30 a.m., 1911 Ayers Rd., Fire Station #2. Info: Ron at 419-392-3235.

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.

Latcha (Lake Township)

Latcha
“Give Away” of household, clothing and some personal items April 15, 1-7 p.m. and April 16, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Zion Lutheran Church, 26535 Pemberville 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.

Maumee
Lucas County Retired Teachers Assn. Meeting April 28 noon, Brandywine Country Club, 6904 Salisbury Rd., Maumee. Speaker Jennifer Cummins, of Beautiful Blooms by Jen, will discuss the basics of floral design and the care of floral arrangements. Bring in blooms from your yard or purchase them at the meeting. Members are asked to bring graham or Goldfish crackers, pretzels, vanilla wafers or any type Cheerios for Mom’s House, a safe haven that offers childcare and support in exchange for a young mother’s commitment to finish school. Lunch reservations are required by sending $17 to Kathleen Brunt, 3460 Shadywood Circle, Lambertville, MI 48144 by April 22. Indicate lunch choice (Chicken Marsala, parmesan-breaded tilapia, roast sirloin of beef and vegetarian.)

Millbury
American Czech and Slovak Dance Club Dance April 17, 2-6 p.m., Millbury Fire Hall. Music provided by Fred Ziwick. Admission $7. Beer, pop, food and pastries available. Contributions of pastry welcome. No other carry-ins permitted.

Oak Harbor
Red Cross Blood Drive, April 4, noon-6 p.m., Oak Harbor United Methodist Church, 360 E. Ottawa St.

Chicken Barbecue sponsored by American Cancer Society Relay for Life of Ottawa County, April 10, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., VFW Hall, Main Street. Pre-sale tickets: Diane Thomas at 419-734-7471. Some tickets will be available at the door.

Ottawa County Relay for Life Planning Session for committee and team members April 14, St. Paul’s UCC. Committee meets at 5:30 p.m.; team meeting at 6:30 p.m.

St. Boniface Fish Fries every Friday from 4-7 p.m. through April 15.

Perrysburg
TOPICS Camera Club monthly meeting April 6, 7 p.m., Way Public Library, 101 E. Indiana Ave. Visitors welcome. Info: visit www.topicscamerclub.com.

Pemberville
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.

Community Food Pantry housed at Bethlehem Lutheran Church is open Monday-Thursday 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. (excluding holidays). Open to Eastwood School District residents. ID and proof of residency required. Info available at Pemberville churches.

Walbridge
Psychic/Health Fair & Bake Sale April 16, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Good Will Spiritualist Church, 300 E. Breckman. Info: 419-833-5503.

Woodville
Woodville Senior Center offers lunch Monday through Friday at 11:30 a.m. Call 419-849-3636 for reservations. Home delivery also available.

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