Serving Lucas, Ottawa, Sandusky and Wood Counties
Downtown Rossford’s popular summer series, Stroll the Street, returns for its eighth year Tuesdays from 4:30-7:30 p.m. through Aug. 11.
Stroll the Street features live music, food trucks, arts and crafts, and family-friendly “Pavilion Pop-Ups” in Edward Ford Memorial Park.
In addition, Stroll the Street will continue to feature live music from 5:30-7:30 p.m., with local bands ranging from rock and blues to folk and country tunes, and Rossford’s classic polkas.
Twenty four food trucks will rotate throughout the summer for a wide selection of delicious meals and cold treats as they line up on Dixie Highway each Tuesday. Arts and craft vendors will offer their creative wares throughout the Edward Ford Memorial Park.
“We’ll also have our Super Cruise back, sponsored by Laramie & Sons’ Cards & Collectibles, with music from Cruisin’ Zeake on Tuesdays, June 16, July 21, and Aug. 11 from 4-7 p.m.,” said Beth Genson, executive director of the Rossford Convention & Visitors Bureau.. “Look for some great classic cars lining the parking lot of the Rossford Methodist Church.”
For more information, visit www.visitrossfordohio.com/sts.
Capt. Scupper’s Kid’s Club
The National Museum of the Great Lakes is inviting families to dive into creativity, science and engineering this summer with the return of Capt. Scupper’s Kid’s Club, a hands-on Saturday series designed for children and their adults.
Taking place throughout June, July and August in the museum’s Great Lakes Community Education Center, each themed month will offer unique activities that encourage kids to build, experiment and discover through interactive learning experiences inspired by the Great Lakes.
All activities are included with museum admission and are free for museum members and Museums for All participants. Registration is encouraged.
“Capt. Scupper’s Kids Club is a great way to celebrate creativity, discovery and fun,” said Cris Shell, NMGL experience manager. “From boat building to water experimentation to LEGO fun, it's sure to be a summer of play that kids and caretakers will remember long after the season ends.”
The Capt. Scupper’s Kid’s Club lineup includes:
Capt. Scupper’s Kid’s Club is ideal for children ages 13 and under, though all families are welcome to participate.
NMGL is located at 1701 Front St., Toledo. To learn more or register, visit nmgl.org/events.
‘It’s Friday’
On three summer Fridays, the Toledo Museum of Art will offer a special opportunity for visitors – the chance to reset through music, movement, making and art appreciation.
The event is for anyone – girl’s night, dates or even solo adventurers – who wants to end their week with creativity and community.
“It’s Friday” will be held on June 5, July 24 and Aug. 14 from 6-8 p.m. in the Glass Pavilion. Each event will offer live music, cash bar and a different guided activity. While the event is free and open to the public, activities cost $30 per person with members receiving a 10% discount. Admission to the exhibit, “Cursed! The Power of Magic in the Ancient World” can also be reserved when registering for the event
Register at https://tma.ticketapp.org/portal/product/979. TMA is located at 2445 Monroe St. For more information, call 419-255-8000 or visit toledomuseum.org.
‘Unofficial Galaxies’
It is a period of galactic celebration at Imagination.
Scientists have won a victory and Jedi, Sith and Padawans are all invited to join the excitement at the new exhibit, “Unofficial Galaxies.”
The exhibit includes one of the world’s largest Star Wars fan collections featuring more than 100 pieces of iconic memorabilia that showcase 22 different scenes from across the entire saga.
See Anakin Skywalker’s real desk and chair from “The Phantom Menace.”
Ride a Landspeeder bike over Tatooine.
See scripts from the original trilogy and signed screenplays.
The exhibition is a privately owned collection and is in no way linked to Disney Enterprises Inc., Lucasfilm Ltd. LLC, Lucas Licensing Ltd. Or Lucas Entertainment Company Ltd. LLC.
Freighter Golf on the Schoonmaker
Enjoy a month-long hole-in-one contest onboard the Col. James M. Schoonmaker Museum Ship at the National Museum of the Great Lakes in June.
Included with Museum Ship admission, this unique experience invites visitors to explore the NMGL while taking a swing (or two) on custom-built putting greens.
Freighter Golf features five holes, each representing one of the Great Lakes. As you try your shot on the course, explore iconic landmarks from each lake and immerse yourself in the history and beauty of the region.
Anyone who scores a hole-in-one will be entered to win tickets to the Greater Toledo Classic golf tournament and a free museum membership.
Access to the vessel’s putting greens is included with Museum Ship admission and free for members and Museums for All participants.
Visit nmgl.org for details.
Pin Seeker Indoor Golf opens in Rossford
Rossford welcomed a new entertainment and recreation destination with the opening of Pin Seeker Indoor Golf, a locally owned indoor virtual golf venue located in Crossroads Centre Shopping Center, Olde US 20 - Fremont Pike.
Pin Seeker offers guests a premium golf and social experience featuring the latest GolfZon TwoVisionNX simulators. The technology includes dynamic moving swing plates and highly accurate ball tracking to recreate the feel of playing on a real course.
Golfers of all skill levels can experience more than 300 world-renowned courses from around the globe, including iconic destinations such as Pebble Beach, Bethpage Black, Kiawah Island, Spyglass Hill and Harbour Town.
In addition to virtual golf, Pin Seeker offers a full social experience with more than two dozen beers available on tap and in cans. Looking ahead, Pin Seeker Indoor Golf plans to expand its guest experience with future food offerings and an outdoor patio area.
Guests can reserve simulator bays and learn more online at www.pinseekerglasscity.com or by calling 419-301-0599.
Summer Music Series
Otterbein Pemberville will present “Otterstock,” a summer music series featuring free community concerts for all ages on the second Tuesday in June, July and August from 5:30-7 p.m. at Oakwood Courtyard at Otterbein, 20311 Pemberville Rd., Pemberville.
The lineup includes:
The events will also feature food and a kids’ tent. Attendees should bring their own lawn chairs. Check the Otterstock Facebook page for updates on food trucks, parking and more.
‘Cocktails with Capys’
African Safari Wildlife Park invites guests ages 21+ to enjoy a one-of-a-kind evening of animal encounters, drinks, and conservation support during “Cocktails with Capys” on Thursday, June 12, from 6-8 p.m.
The after-hours event will feature a 1.5-hour come-and-go capybara feeding experience, giving guests the opportunity to interact with and feed the park’s family of capybaras. Guests will also enjoy rotating animal feeding opportunities with tortoises, budgies and goats throughout the evening.
Beer, wine, and canned cocktails will be available for purchase, with all drink proceeds benefiting African Safari’s Guardian of Wildlife Conservation Fund, which supports conservation efforts and wildlife-focused initiatives.
Tickets are $45 per person and are available for purchase online here. Closed-toe shoes are required for animal encounter areas.
Visit africansafariwildlifepark.com for more details.
