Serving Lucas, Ottawa, Sandusky and Wood Counties
Car Cruisers for Hospice will present the 5th Annual Cruisin’ for Hospice Classic Car Show Saturday, May 17, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Millbury Classic Car and Truck Museum, 26929 Cummings Rd. In the event of inclement weather, the event will be held Saturday, May 31.
Registration is $10 and will be held on show day only; no advance signups and includes free coffee and donuts in the morning, while supplies last.
Food will be available for purchase from the Boy Scouts, and the Girl Scouts will hold a bake sale.
Cruisin Zeake will provide music, and the event will also include a silent auction and door prizes and a 50/50 raffle for registered vehicles. In addition, 93.5 WRQN will be broadcasting live from 10 a.m.-noon.
One hundred percent of proceeds from the show will benefit Hospice of Northwest Ohio.
The museum will be open for tours, with 20% of the admission price going to Hospice.
The Car Cruisers for Hospice donated $21,900 to Hospice of Northwest Ohio in 2024, raised through car show events and donations. Over 14 years, the Cruisers for Hospice have raised a total of $111,900 for Hospice.
For more information about the event and all upcoming car shows and cruise-ins, visit cruisinzeake.com
Ongoing:
Coffee Quest 419: Embark on a caffeinated adventure celebrating the vibrant local coffee culture across the Toledo region. Win prizes, access exclusive offers, support local businesses, and uncover new coffee spots along the way. For a full list of participating coffee shops, prizes, and other information visit visittoledo.org/eat-drink/coffee-quest
Toledo Farmers’ Market: Saturdays, 8 a.m.-2 p.m., through November, 525 Market St., Toledo. toledofarmersmarket.com
Perrysburg Farmers Market, Thursdays, May 8 through October, 3-8 p.m., Louisiana Avenue, downtown Perrysburg.
“Inside President Hayes’ Library,” special exhibit at the Hayes Presidential Library & Museums, Spiegel Grove, Fremont. The exhibit, on display through June 30, 2026, explores the authors and titles that shaped and inspired Hayes. rbhayes.org
Monday Night Car Cruises, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Applebee’s, 3007 N. Curtice Rd., Northwood. Music by Cruisin Zeake, 50/50 raffles, drivers’ pool, door prizes. cruisinzeake.com
“Rache Ruysch: Nature into Art,” Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. The first monographic exhibition dedicated to this pioneering Dutch painter; an artist whose work seamlessly blends beauty, detail, and scientific curiosity. toledomuseum.org
Elmore Farmers Market, second Tuesday of the month, May-October, 5-8 p.m., at the Elmore Historical Society, 353 Ottawa St.
May
May 3: Opening Day for Cedar Point 2025 Season, 1 Cedar Point Dr., Sandusky. cedarpoint.com
May 3: Toledo Plant Exchange, Lucas County Fairgrounds, 1406 Key St, Maumee, 8:30-11 a.m.
May 3: Fremont Speedway Plaza Lanes Night - Kid Take Over Night, 901 Rawson Ave. Gates open at 4 p.m.; races start at 7 p.m. (subject to change). fremontohspeedway.com
May 4: Cinco de Mayo Celebration, Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way. The annual celebration featuring local entertainers, cultural crafts and activities in the historic Amphitheater. toledozoo.org/events/cinco-de-mayo-celebration
May 4: Glass City Record Show, Stranahan Theater, 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd., Toledo, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Explore 65 tables showcasing new and pre-loved LPs, 45s, CDs, cassettes, memorabilia, posters and more. Concessions will be available. Preferred payment is cash. ftrvinyl.com/glass-city-record-show
May 6-11: Toledo Mud Hens vs. Iowa Cubs, Fifth Third Field, 406 Washington St., Toledo. milb.com/toledo
May 6-11: “CLUE Live on Stage,” Stranahan Theater, 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd., Toledo. A hilarious stage play based on the 1985 Paramount Pictures movie and inspired by the classic Hasbro board game. BroadwayInToledo.com, StranahanTheater.com
May 8: Jam Session/Open Mic, Fremont Community Amphitheater, 209 South Arch St., 6-9 p.m. Everyone welcome to the free, rain or shine event. Bring chairs and blankets and enjoy.
May 8: Beer & Wine Tasting, Schedel Arboretum & Gardens, 19255 W. Portage River S. Rd., Elmore, 5:30 p.m. $38 per person. Chef Jennifer Schuerman will talk about sparkling wines and provide some tasty foods, too. Pre-register by the Monday prior. Attendees may arrive early and enjoy the gardens and the Blair Museum of Lithophanes at no additional fee. schedel-gardens.org/calendar.html
May 9: AK Affair Debut, The Strand Concert Theater, 220 S. Front St., Fremont, 7-9 p.m. Tickets $10, kids 7 and under $5. Opening act AC Darcy. For info, follow The AK Affair on Facebook.
May 9: School Bus Figure 8 at Toledo Speedway, 5639 Benore Rd., Toledo, 7 p.m. toledospeedway.com
May 9-18: The Biggest Week in American Birding – a celebration of the peak of spring bird migration in the Lake Erie Marsh region. Hosted by Black Swamp Bird Observatory, stops for birdwatching include several natural areas around the region. The event features an a-May-zing lineup of field trips, workshops, keynotes and programs. biggestweekinamericanbirding.com
May 9 and 23: Free Family Fun For Members - Bounce & Swim, YMCA of Sandusky County, 1000 North St, Fremont. An evening dedicated to free family fun for Y members. Family open swim, open gym, a bounce house and other family activities. Held the second and fourth Friday of the month from 4-7 p.m. ymcafremont.org
May 9-11, 16-18: Roald Dahl’s “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory,” Fremont Community Theatre, 1551 Dickinson St., Fremont. Curtain time 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday. fremontcommunitytheatre.org
May 10-11: Toledo Air Show, Toledo Express Airport, 11013 Airport Highway, Swanton, Gates open at 9 a.m. Arrive early to check out displays, exhibits, family activities and concessions. Main performances begin at noon and wrap up around 4:30 p.m. Lineup includes USAF Thunderbirds, Team Toledo (180th), Smoke-n-Thunder and more. toledoairshow.com
May 10: Walk MS: Fremont 2025. Meet at the YMCA, 1000 North St., Fremont at 8:30 a.m. for registration; Walk starts at 9 a.m. For more information, call Dana at 804-467-9881.
May 10: Fremont Speedway Ohio Truck Sales - Drivers VS Fans Sim Racing Night, 901 Rawson Ave., Fremont. Gates open at 4 p.m. and races start at 7 p.m. (subject to change). fremontohspeedway.com
May 10: Fremont Flea Market, Sandusky County Fairgrounds, 901 Rawson Ave., Fremont, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday and 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday. Free admission. sanduskycountyfair.com
May 11: Mother’s Day Cruise-in, Millbury Classics Cars & Trucks Museum, 26929 Cummings Rd., Millbury, 9-11 a.m. Drive in your classic, hot rod, custom, or bike for Mother’s Day fun. Mothers get in free all day and enjoy free coffee and donuts while supplies last. 419-340-2355.
May 11: Mother’s Day at Schedel Gardens, 19255 W. Portage River S. Rd., Elmore, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Free admission for moms. Enjoy the beauty of Schedel as well as food from Holly’s Homemade Steet Eats and Mac & Loaf Grill. Mimosas will be available for $5. First 100 moms will get a gift from Bench’s. schedel-gardens.org/calendar.html
May 11: Mother’s Day Cruise on the Glass City Pearl, J&M Boat Launch, 1 Jefferson Ave., Toledo, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. jmcruiselines.com
May 13: Om in the Outfield – Yoga at Fifth Third Field, 406 Washington St., Toledo, 7-8 a.m. Admission to each hourlong yoga class is one game ticket to Mental Health Awareness Night on Thursday, May 29. Get tickets at bit.ly/mh_OMintheOutfield
May 14: Oregon Rollin’ Food and Farm Market 2025 Kickoff: Dustin Road, Oregon, 5-8 p.m. Future dates include June 11, July 9, Aug. 13 and Sept. 10. facebook.com/rollinfoodandfarm
May 14: Sandusky County Historic Jail & Dungeon, Historical Tours, 622 Croghan St., Fremont, 5:30 p.m. One-hour guided tour includes the historic 1892 Sandusky County jail, the 1840’s dungeon underneath the Sandusky County Courthouse and the Gallows Exhibition Hall featuring the ga6llows used for the last hanging in Sandusky County. Cost: $5. One-hour flashlight tours available starting at 6:30 p.m. (not recommended for children); tickets $10. Tickets available at the door or online at sanduskycounty.org
May 14: Fremont Speedway Kistler Racing Products - High Limit Series, 901 Rawson Ave., Fremont. Gates open at 4 p.m.; races start at 7 p.m. (subject to change). fremontohspeedway.com
May 16: Ulysses Grant Living History Program, Hayes Presidential Library & Museums, Spiegel Grove, Fremont, 6-7:30 p.m. Living history presenter Curt Fields, Ph.D., give a program on Grant’s two terms. rbhayes.org
May 16: Comedian Kevin James: Owls Don’t Walk, Stranahan Theater, 4645 Heatherdowns Boulevard, Toledo, 7-10 p.m. stranahantheater.com
May 16-18; Toledo Tattoo Festival, Glass City Center, 401 Jefferson Ave., Toledo. 12-10 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Sunday. Get a tattoo, see live tattooing, enter contests and more. tattootoledo.com
May 17: Dart Frog Dash at the Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way, 8:30-11:30 a.m. A competitive 5K race with prizes or a relaxed 5K Walk, a Kids’ Fun Run and non-competitive Zoo for All Walk. Zoo admission and parking included in registration. Race spectators who are not Zoo members will receive reduced admission (free for members). toledozoo.org/events/dart-frog-dash
May 17-18: Ohio Vintage Fest, Glass City Center, 401 Jefferson Ave., Toledo., 12-5 p.m. Over 50 vendors selling primarily vintage clothing as well as other vintage items such as vintage home goods, vinyl records, toys and collectibles, and other vintage items. $5 general admission, $12 for early bird, and kids under 12 are free. glasscitycenter.com
May 17: Fremont Speedway Murphy Tractor Night - Double Down Throwdown, 901 Rawson Ave., Fremont. Gates open at 4 p.m.; races start at 7 p.m. (subject to change). fremontohspeedway.com
May 20-27: Toledo Mud Hens vs. Indianapolis Indians, Fifth Third Field, 406 Washington, Toledo. milb.com/toledo
May 22: Authors! with Sarah Penner, Main Library, 325 N. Michigan St., Toledo, 7-8 p.m. Featuring the New York Times and bestselling author of “The Lost Apothecary” and “The London Séance Society.” toledolibrary.org
May 22: Mixology with Affinity Event Rentals, Schedel Arboretum & Gardens, 19255 W. Portage River S. Rd., Elmore, 6:30 p.m. $30. Attendees will have the opportunity to experiment with different flavor combinations, garnishes, and presentation techniques. By the end of the session, everyone will leave with a collection of their own lemon-inspired creations, along with the skills and confidence to impress friends and family. schedel-gardens.org/calendar.html
May 22: Painting with Grady, Schedel Arboretum & Gardens, 19255 W. Portage River S. Rd., Elmore, 5-8 p.m. $50. Create a simple watercolor landscape. Enjoy the gardens prior to the workshop. schedel-gardens.org/calendar.html
May 24: Chicken Keeping 101 with River Bend Homestead, Schedel Arboretum & Gardens, Elmore, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. $20. schedel-gardens.org/calendar.html
May 24: Lady Bug Door Hanger, Schedel Arboretum & Gardens, Elmore, 10:30 a.m. $35, includes all materials. Enjoy the gardens at no additional fee. schedel-gardens.org/calendar.html
May 24: Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo at Centennial Terrace, 5773 Centennial Rd., Sylvania, 8 p.m. ticketmaster.com
May 24-25: 125 Zoo Birthday Bash & Summer Kick-Off, Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way. Enjoy live music, strolling performers, meet-and-greets and a special tribute show in the Amphitheatre. Make memories with animal feeds, hands-on activities, keeper talks, demonstrations, giveaways and more. As part of the Conda Family Zoo For All program, a Sensory Area will be available in the ProMedica Museum of Natural History’s Mazza Room. to support guests’ sensory needs. toledozoo.org/events/summer
May 24-25: First Siege 1813 at Fort Meigs, Fort Meigs Battlefield, 29100 W. River Rd., Perrysburg, 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Re-enactors from across the United States and Canada will commemorate the First Siege of Fort Meigs. Experience authentic War of 1812 military camps, musket and cannon demonstrations, battle re-enactments, hands-on activities, and more. fortmeigs.org
May 24-26: 36th Annual Flower Day Weekend, 325 Market St., Toledo. Featuring local flowers, produce, artisans and much more. Hours are 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday and 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday. toledofarmersmarket.com.
May 25: Jeff Pettit Memorial Car Show to Benefit Wreaths Across America, Friendship Park, 27975 Cummings Rd., Millbury, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Rain date will be June 1. Registration $10. Walbridge VFW Post 9963 will have breakfast for sale indoors from 7-10:30 a.m. Drawings, bake sale, food trucks, music by Cruisin Zeake, special tribute to fallen veterans and heroes and more. Proceeds raise funds to provide wreaths on the graves of veterans buried in Lake Township cemetery at Christmas. Cruisinzeake.com.
May 27-June 1: Toledo Mud Hens vs. Louisville Bats, Fifth Third Field, 406 Washington St., Toledo. milb.com/toledo
May 29: Jon Pardi: Honkytonk Hollywood Tour, Huntington Center, 500 Jefferson Ave., Toledo, 7 p.m. huntingtoncentertoledo.com/events/jon-pardi/
May 29-31: Genoa Homecoming 2025, downtown Genoa. Grand Parade themed “World’s Fair,” car show, rides, entertainment, 5K run/walk, contests, bingo, food vendors, amusement rides and more. genoahomecoming.org.
May 31: Gibsonburg Fishing Derby, Williams Park Shelter House, Gibsonburg, 9:30 a.m. Free event open to youths and adults. Prizes awarded for largest fish, smallest fish and most fish caught. For more info, call 419-637-2634 or email m.glotzbecker@gibsonburgohio.org.
May 31: Season Kickoff, Dave Banks Horn Tribute Show, Fremont Community Amphitheater, 209 Arch St., 7 p.m., rain or shine. Free. Bring chairs or blankets. downtownfremontohio.org/events/
May 31: Fremont Speedway Autokinton Construction Equipment - Tailgate Competition, 901 Rawson Ave., Fremont. Gates open at 4 p.m.; races start at 7 p.m. (subject to change). fremontohspeedway.com.
For more events, visit presspublications.com, visittoleddo.org, shoresandislands.com or sanduskycounty.org. Submit event information to twalro@presspublications.com.
