Calendar of events: “History Happy Hour” to celebrate women of the Great Lakes

        The National Museum of the Great Lakes, 1701 Front St., Toledo, is exploring new avenues to mix maritime history with everyday fun by introducing “History Happy Hour.”
        The first History Happy Hour, which will take place during Women’s History Month on Thursday, March 12 from 5:30-7:30 p.m., is titled: “The Women Who Made the Great Lakes.”
        Throughout the event, visitors can roam the museum and hear stories of daring rescues, dangerous shipwrecks and most of all, trailblazing women.
        The stories of Native American poet Jane Schoolcraft; early 19th-century Great Lakes captain, Toledoan Grace Waite; Jean Colby, the only female Great Lakes Gold Life-Saving Medal Awardee, and others will be highlighted through thematic and engaging learning opportunities situated throughout the museum.
        Tickets, which can be purchased online at www.nmgl.org, are $25 for museum members and $30 for non-members, which includes drinks, snacks and open access to the museum.
        “We wanted to bring the beauty and mission of our museum to more people in a casual yet unique way,” said Chris Gillcrist, the museum’s executive director. “This activity gives guests an opportunity to grab a drink and explore our museum after hours, while also providing an exclusive experience to interact with history.”
        The series will continue June 11, with sailor stories aboard the Col. James M. Schoonmaker Museum Ship and Museum Tug Ohio, and again Nov. 19, at an event highlighting “Great Lakes Rogues, Rebels and Radicals.”
        Founded in 1944, the Great Lakes Historical Society has been preserving shared cultural history by publishing a quarterly journal, Inland Seas since 1945; by operating a maritime museum since 1952; offering educational programs to the general public since 1956; conducting underwater archaeological research across the Great Lakes since 2001; and managing the Col. James M. Schoonmaker Museum Ship since 2014 and Museum Tug Ohio since 2019.
        For more details, call 419-214-5000 or visit https://nmgl.org/event/history-happy-hour-the-women-who-made-the-great-l....
 
Ongoing
Through March 29: “Women of Spiegel Grove” – A special exhibit at Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Library & Museums, Fremont. In honor of the centennial of women’s suffrage, the exhibit showcases the lives of the many women who played important roles at Spiegel Grove and tells the national story of women in America, from the suffrage movement to the pursuit for social and workplace equality to the #MeToo movement. Exhibit included with HPLM admission. 419-332-2081, rbhayes.org.
Through April 12: “Still Lifes by Pissarro, Cézanne, Manet & Friends,” Toledo Museum of Art, Gallery 18. Featuring still lifes by six French painters, all created in a single decade—the 1860s. toledomuseum.org.
Through April 26: “Global Conversation: Art in Dialogue,” Toledo Museum of Art, Levis Gallery. Dozens of contemporary works of art, many from the Museum’s permanent collection and many newly acquired, that encompass a broad range of media and geographic regions are featured. Free admission. toledomuseum.org.
Through May 1: Rooms of Illusion, Imagination Station, downtown Toledo. Featuring four individually-themed interactive rooms with optical illusions that will challenge your perceptions and allow you to see everyday surroundings in a whole new light. Included in science center admission. imaginationstationtoledo.org/the-rooms-of-illusion.
Through June 28: “Yayoi Kusama: Fireflies on the Water,” Toledo Museum of Art, Canaday Gallery. Visitors can take part in this site-specific installation that utilizes lights and mirrors to transport viewers to a space that seems endlessly expansive. toledomuseum.org.
Through Nov. 1: “An Unnatural History,” Hayes Presidential Library & Museums, Fremont. Special exhibit profiles legendary creatures and spooky tales from across Ohio and looks at the role of folklore in our culture. Exhibit is included with regular admission. Members admitted free. rbhayes.org.
Through Jan. 1, 2021: Stories of the Swamp, Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge, Oak Harbor. Discover the stories of the swamp. Stop by the visitor center and enjoy exhibits and a video that highlights the natural and cultural history of the Great Black Swamp. Open daily. 419-898-0014, fws.gov/refuge/ottawa/.
 
March
Feb. 28-March 8 (Thursday-Sunday): “A Raisin in the Sun,” Toledo Repertoire Theatre, 16 10th St. Showtimes are 8 p.m. Thursday-Saturdays and 2:30 p.m. Sunday. toledorep.tix.com/.
March 1: Johlin Cabin Open Hours: Maple Season, Pearson Metropark, 1-3 p.m. Explore inside the cabin to see how much life has changed in the last 150 years., then venture outside. Learn the history and process of maple sugaring and taste a sweet treat. Free. No reservations required. The cabin is located at the North entrance to the park on Seaman Road. metroparkstoledo.com.
March 1: Robert Ballinger on the Piano, Toledo Museum of Art Great Gallery, 3 p.m. Free. toledomuseum.org.
March 1: 13th Annual Acoustics for Autism, The Village Idiot and surrounding area, Maumee, noon-2 a.m. Presented by ProjectiAm. Free. Bands and musicians rocking seven stages. acousticsforautism.com.
March 1: Toledo Walleye vs. Wheeling Nailers, Huntington Center, Toledo, 5:15 p.m. 419-725-WALL, toledowalleye.com. Free open skate immediately following the game.
March 1: The Choir of Man, Valentine Theatre, Toledo, 7 p.m. The multi-talented cast of nine blokes sings everything from pub tunes, folk, Broadway and classic rock, all to roof-raising heights. valentinetheatre.com/events.html.
March 5: Bassel & The Supernaturals and Wall Music, Toledo Museum of Art Peristyle, 7 p.m. Inspired by Otis Redding, Bassel uses the stage as a vehicle to engage audiences in over 100 different cities across North America. $15. tickets.toledomuseum.org.
March 5: Beer & Wine Tasting, Schedel Arboretum & Garden, Elmore, 6:30-8 p.m. $30.90. Join personal chef Jennifer Schuerman for a beer and wine tasting with creative foods. Novices and experts welcome. Theme TBD. Advance notice is required, no later than Tuesday at noon prior. 419-862-3182, schedel-gardens.org.
March 5: Cole Swindell “Down to Earth Tour,” Stranahan Theater, Toledo, 7 p.m. Special guests Hardy & Trea Landon. http://stranahan.theatretoledo.org.
March 6: Art Crawl, Toledo Museum of Art Classroom 137, 6-7 p.m. Parents/caregivers invited to bring infants through 18 months to explore the galleries then get messy in the studio with baby-friendly art materials. Facilitated by an art instructor. Participants should bring clothes that can be stained. Registration required. $10/members and $15/non-members. toledomuseum.org/visit/events.
March 6: Three Dog Night in Concert, Stranahan Theater, Toledo, 8 p.m. stranahantheater.com/events, etix.com.
March 6-7: Maumee Film Festival, Maumee Indoor Theater. A celebration of creativity, filmmaking and storytelling. General admission tickets, which are $8, are available in advance online or with cash only at the door. http://maumeefilmfestival.com.
March 6-7, 13-14, 20-21 and 27-28: Snooze at the Zoo, Toledo Zoo. Each snooze lasts from 6:30 p.m.-10 a.m. the next day. Separate fee; pre-registration required. During overnight adventures, guests make enrichment for animals, tour the Zoo, meet animals and enjoy meals. toledozoo.org/snooze.
March 6-8: Monster Jam 2020, Huntington Center, Toledo. Showtimes are 7 p.m. Friday, 1 and 7 p.m. Saturday and 1 and 6 p.m. Sunday. Tickets $17 and up. huntingtoncentertoledo.com.
March 6-8: Fremont Community Theatre presents, “A Bench in the Sun,” 1551 Dickinson St., Fremont. Curtain time is 7:30 p.m. Thursday-Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday. 419-332-0695, fremontcommunitytheatre.org.
March 7: All Wheels Swap, Sandusky County Fairgrounds, Fremont, 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Admission $5. Formerly the Fremont Racers’ Swap. New and used racing parts, snowmobiles, boats, trailers and more. 419-332-5604, sanduskycountyfair.com.
March 7: Succulent Wreath Make & Take, Schedel Arboretum & Gardens, Elmore, 3-5 p.m. $56.65 includes all materials. Create a living succulent wreath with Amy Schramm’s Flowers and Gifts. 419-862-3182, schedel-gardens.org.
March 7 and 21: Horticulture Make & Take Tiered Succulent Workshop, Toledo Zoo, 10 a.m.-noon. Reservations required. toledozoo.org/workshop.
March 8: Winter Learning Series: Glass City Metropark, presented by Scott Carpenter, Pearson Metropark Packer-Hammersmith Center, 2-3:30 p.m. Enrich your knowledge of the natural and cultural history of the region through this weekly lecture series featuring an indoor presentation followed by an optional short naturalist-led hike. metroparkstoledo.com.
March 8: Sauder Village Bridal Show, noon-3:30 p.m., 22611 SR 2, Archbold. Visit with wedding professionals showcasing every resource a bride will need. $7 admission. saudervillage.org/classes-events/special-events/bridal-show/registration.
March 8: Garden Tour Series: Come Grow with Us, Toledo Zoo. Meet at Ziem’s Conservatory at 1:30 p.m. for a behind-the-scenes tour of the greenhouse facility. Separate fee; pre-registration required. toledozoo.org/gardens.
March 11: Toledo Walleye vs. Cincinnati Cyclones, Huntington Center, downtown Toledo, 7:15 p.m. STEM Night. 419-725-WALL, toledowalleye.com.
March 12: Authors! Featuring Kenn Kaufman, Toledo Lucas County Public Library, 325 N. Michigan St., 7 p.m. Kaufman will discuss his book, “A Season on the Wind: Inside the World of Spring Migration.” A short question-and-answer session will follow. Books will be available for purchase. toledolibrary.org.
March 13: Blarney Shamrockin’ Shuffle 3-Miler Run/Walk, Blarney Irish Pub, Toledo, 8 p.m. Register by March 5 to be guaranteed a shirt. runtoledo.com/blarney-irish-pub-3-mile-shuffle.
March 14: Slow Brew at the Zoo – Coffee for Conservation, Toledo Zoo, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Sample and celebrate all things coffee with local roasters and coffee exhibitors, plus live animal demos and more. $15/member, $25/non-members. The day’s activities will also include Yoga in the Aquarium ($15), Grounds in Gardening (included with Slow Brew ticket) and Slow Brew & Stroller Too ($5 per child). toledozoo.org/slowbrew.
March 14: Easter-Themed Encaustic Art, Schedel Arboretum & Gardens, Elmore, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Beth Genson will demonstrate the techniques and applications to create Encaustic Art. Beginner to novice session from 9 a.m.-noon. Afternoon session, which requires completion of “Intro to Encaustics,” will run from 1-4 p.m. 419-862-3182, schedel-gardens.org/calendar.html.
March 14: Toledo Walleye vs. Wichita Thunder, Huntington Center, Toledo, 7:15 p.m. 419-725-WALL, toledowalleye.com.
March 14-15: FantasticCon, SeaGate Convention Centre, Toledo, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. A mid-size show created for true comic book and pop culture collectors and fans. fantasticon.net.
March 14-15: Fremont Flea Market, Sandusky County Fairgrounds, Fremont, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday and 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday. Free admission. 419-332-5604, sanduskycountyfair.com.
March 15: Zoomba at the Zoo, Toledo Zoo, 9-10 a.m. Move and groove to traditional Latin rhythms and animal-inspired tunes for an hour of energetic exercise to benefit the Zoo’s Raising Up Red Pandas campaign. Future dates include June 7, Sept. 20 and Nov. 8. Led by local certified Zumba instructors. Open to ages 10 and up. Fitness attire required; water will be provided. No experience is necessary; all ability levels welcome. $10 for Zoo members, $15 for non-members (includes Zoo admission). Free parking in the Anthony Wayne Trail parking lot. Register at toledozoo.org/zoomba.
March 15: Winter Learning Series: Gearing Up for the Gardening Season, presented by Amy Stone, OSU Extension, Pearson Metropark Packer-Hammersmith Center, 2-3:30 p.m. Enrich your knowledge of the natural and cultural history of the region through this weekly lecture series featuring an indoor presentation followed by an optional short naturalist-led hike. metroparkstoledo.com.
March 15: Lauren Daigle World Tour, Huntington Center, Toledo, 7:30 p.m. huntingtoncentertoledo.com, ticketmaster.com.
March 15, 28-29: Eagle Tour, Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge, Oak Harbor, 9:30 a.m.-noon. Enjoy our national bird and other winter wildlife during this guided bus tour of the Refuge. Free. 419-898-0014, fws.gov/refuge/ottawa/.
March 16: “Finding Neverland,” Valentine Theatre, Toledo, 7:30 p.m. The incredible story behind one of the world’s most beloved characters. etix.com.
March 18: “Finding Her Voice” Book Club: “The Hello Girls,” Hayes Presidential Library & Museums, Fremont, noon-2 p.m. Joan Eardly, education coordinator, leads this discussion.419-332-2081, rbhayes.org.
March 19-22: 69th Zenobia Shrine Circus, SeaGate Convention Centre, Toledo. Friendly clowns, animals and more. Showtimes include 6:30 p.m. Thursday; 4 and 7:30 p.m. Friday; 11 a.m. and 3 and 7 p.m. Saturday and 1 and 5 p.m. Sunday. 800-GO-CIRCUS or ticketmaster.com.
March 20: Richard Barker, Hypnotist to the Stars, Strand Theater, 2002 S. Front St., Fremont, 7:30 p.m. 18 and older. Backstage Lounge will be open. BYO adult beverages. 419-355-8548, precisionguessworkproductions.com.
March 20: Toledo Walleye vs. Indy Fuel, Huntington Center, Toledo, 5:15 p.m. 419-725-WALL, toledowalleye.com.
March 21: Teddy Bear Care Fair, Toledo Zoo, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Bring your favorite stuffed pal and Zoo volunteers will make sure it’s fixed up for another year. There will also be keeper and vet talks, animal feeds and demonstrations, puppet shows, activities and more. toledozoo.org/teddybear.
March 21: Wine Tasting, Toledo Zoo Arctic Encounter, 7-9 p.m. Ages 21 and older. Advance tickets required. toledozoo.org/wine.
March 21: Mobile Meals’ 28th Annual Great Chili Cook-off, Stranahan Theater and Great Hall, 12 p.m. Competition categories include Corporate, Amateur, Restaurant, and Media. Attendees can vote for the People’s Choice winner, while the Judge’s category is selected from area food experts in our region. Other activities include music, face-painting and concessions. Free admission. mobilemeals.org/chili.
March 21: The Magic School Bus, Valentine Theatre, 2 p.m. A new musical adaptation based on the original book series published by Scholastic. Recommended for grades K-5. $20 (plus $2.50 fee). valentinetheatre.com/events.html.
March 21: Glass City Dance Party, Brandywine Country Club, 6904 Salisbury Rd., Maumee. Optional cash dinner at 6 p.m. Free snacks and water along with complimentary dance lesson at 7:15 p.m. Dancing from 8-11:30 p.m.  $10. For info, contact Toledo DJ Tom at 419-481-1448.
March 21-22: 35th Annual Fremont Toy Show, Sandusky County Fairgrounds, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday and 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday. $3 admission. More than 200 tables of collectible toys and die-cast racing collectibles. 419-307-5026.
March 21-22: Ottawa Wildlife Drive, Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge, Oak Harbor. Enjoy the refuge from the comfort of your car. The seven-mile route departs from the visitor center entrance road. Gates open at sunrise and close one hour prior to sunset.  419-898-0014, fws.gov/refuge/ottawa/.
March 22: Winter Learning Series, Pearson Metropark Packer-Hammersmith Center, 2-3:30 p.m. Enrich your knowledge of the natural and cultural history of the region through this weekly lecture series featuring an indoor presentation followed by an optional short naturalist-led hike. metroparkstoledo.com.
March 22: Legends of Giants Uncovered, Hayes Presidential Library & Museums, Fremont, 2 p.m. $5. For centuries, legends have persisted that giants once walked the Earth. Local Historian Mike Gilbert has researched these stories and will share his findings during a special program. rbhayes.org.
March 22: Toledo Walleye vs. Wheeling Nailers, Huntington Center, 3:15 p.m. 419-725-WALL, toledowalleye.com.
March 24: Spring Break Camp, Toledo Zoo. Children ages 5-12 will enjoy spending the day exploring animal exhibits, seeing demonstrations and playing games. Each day has a different interactive theme. toledozoo.org/camps.
March 25: Presidential History Book Club, Hayes Presidential Library & Museums, Fremont, noon-1 p.m. Free. This month, the club is reading “The Women's Suffrage Movement,” edited by Sally Roesch Wagner. Participants can bring lunch. 419-332-2081, rbhayes.org.
March 25-April 12: “The Lion King,” Stranahan Theater, Toledo. Giraffes strut, birds swoop, gazelles leap and the entire Serengeti comes to life as never before. americantheatreguild.com/toledo/lionking.
March 26-28: Behind Enemy Lines: An Escape Room Experience, Hayes Presidential Library & Museums, Fremont, 5:30, 6:30 and 7:30 p.m. $20-25. Assemble your troops and join Lt. Col. Webb C. Hayes as you descend on Vigab Island during the Philippine Insurrection during the Hayes Presidential Library and Museums next escape room. 419-332-2081, rbhayes.org.
March 27: Silver Screen Classics: “Grease” Sing-a-Long, Valentine Theatre, Toledo, 7:30 p.m. Sing along with the beloved musical, “Grease.” Tickets are general admission and can be purchased at the box office window one hour prior to the show. valentinetheatre.com/events.html.
March 27-29: PRO Home & Garden Show, SeaGate Convention Centre, Toledo. 4-8 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. toledo-seagate.com/events.
March 28: Reba in Concert, Huntington Center, Toledo, 8 p.m. ticketmaster.com.
March 28: Beginning Genealogy Class, Hayes Presidential Library & Museums, Fremont, 9:30-11 a.m., $10. Learn how to get started on tracing family history. Head Librarian John Ransom and Librarian Pat Breno will highlight available resources, including those at the Hayes Presidential Library, for finding ancestry. Cost is $10 and can be paid online at rbhayes.org or in person the day of class. rbhayes.org.
March 28: Annual Golden Bear 10K Run, Gibsonburg High School, 9 a.m. Fast and accurate course. Awards for overall male and female finishers, overall male and female masters (over 40) finishers and various age groups. Walkers welcome. Email m.glotzbecker@gibsonburgohio.org for more info or for a paper entry.
March 28-28: Baker and Bonningson Consignment Sale, Sandusky County Fairgrounds, Fremont. 9:37 a.m. For info, contact the Sandusky County Ag Society at 419-547-7777.
March 29: Winter Learning Series: Lake Sturgeon, Pearson Metropark Packer-Hammersmith Center, 2-3:30 p.m. Matt Cross, conservation biologist from the Toledo Zoo, will lead the discussion. An optional short naturalist-led hike will follow. metroparkstoledo.com.
March 29: Toledo Walleye vs. Wheeling Nailers, Huntington Center, Toledo, 5:15 p.m. 419-725-WALL, toledowalleye.com.
March 30: Authors! Dr. Neal Barnard, Toledo Lucas County Public Library, 325 Michigan, 7 p.m. Nutrition researcher and New York Times best-selling author Neal Barnard, MD, demonstrates how foods affect our hormones—and our health – in his new book, “Your Body in Balance.” Free admission. Seats are first-come, first-served. toledolibrary.org/authors.
March 31: Brit Floyd Echoes 2020 Tour, Huntington Center, Toledo, 7:30 p.m. huntingtoncentertoledo.com.
        For more events, be sure to visit presspublications.com, visittoledo.org, shoresandislands.com or sanduskycounty.org. Submit event information to twalro@presspublications.com.