Calendar: Explore Great Lakes history on land & water at museum events

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Press Staff Writer

        The National Museum of the Great Lakes (NMGL) and The Sandpiper passenger tour boat are teaming up again this summer to offer the “Ultimate Great Lakes History Days.”
        One Saturday a month, a special ticket will be available combining full access to the National Museum of the Great Lakes and a trip along the Maumee River aboard The Sandpiper.
        “The Ship & Shore experience provides a way to explore Great Lakes history all day long,” says Kate Fineske, the museum’s spokesperson. “Guests receive full-day access to the National Museum of the Great Lakes including our museum’s world-class, family-friendly exhibits, a 617-foot iron ore freighter and a lake class tugboat – along with a mid-day trip aboard The Sandpiper departing and returning from the museum docks.”
        While touring the Maumee River aboard The Sandpiper, visitors will have access to the award-winning “Port of Toledo: Then and Now” exhibit. This exhibit uses QR codes onboard the vessel to allow cruisers to interact with Great Lakes history along the Maumee River. The codes provide additional images and information about the rich history behind various spots along the river’s banks—giving visitors the opportunity to visually compare and contrast the old Maumee River with the new.
        “Ship & Shore: The Ultimate Great Lakes History Day” is offered three Saturdays this summer – June 11, July 9 and Aug. 13. Tickets must be purchased in advance at nmgl.org or by calling 419-214-5000. For additional information, visit nmgl.org/event.
 
Ongoing          
        Ongoing: “Mustering Memory: 160 Years of Saluting the Civil War,” Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Library & Museums, Spiegel Grove, Fremont. Special exhibit provides the often-overlooked history of how people have chosen and still choose to remember the Civil War. 419-332-2081, rbhayes.org.
        Through June 5, 2022: “Chameleon Effects: Glass (UnDefined), Toledo Museum of Art’s Wolfe Gallery Mezzanine. The exhibit brings together historical and contemporary works from TMA’s collection to explore the spectrum of technical and formal possibilities of glass. toledomuseum.org.
        Through July 17: “Bestowing Beauty: Masterpieces from Persian Lands,” Toledo Museum of Art, Levis Gallery. Over 100 works from the sixth to the 19th century drawn from the preeminent Persian art collection of Hossein Afshar. toledomuseum.org.
        Through June 19: Frontier Festival, Cedar Point, Sandusky. A street festival with live bands, character entertainment, a hubbub of activities, games, crafters and more. Plus, sample your way around town and sip on craft brews, spiked seltzers and signature cocktails or taste more than 20 specialty food items at this outdoor event. cedarpoint.com/events/frontier-festival.
        Through June 19: “Out of the Dark: A Historic Journey,” Toledo Museum of Art. A digital exhibition in recognition of Juneteenth, an observance acknowledging the emancipation of African Americans who had been enslaved in the United States. toledomuseum.org.
        First and Third Wednesday of the Month through October: Rollin’ Food & Farmers Market, 5401 Starr Ave. Ext. Soccer Fields, Oregon. Farmers Market, food trucks, vendors and more. facebook.com/rollinfoodandfarm/.
        Fourth Tuesday of the Month through September: Pemberville Garden Parties, 5-8 p.m. Farmers market events featuring local vendors, entertainment, food and more. beekersgeneralstore.com.
        Sundays through Aug. 21: Sandpiper Sunset Cruise & City Lights, J & M Cruise Lines, 1 Jefferson Ave., Toledo, 8 p.m. Cruise up the Maumee to Walbridge Park and enjoy the sunset. Pizza, soft drinks and water provided. $25. jmcruiselines.com/calendar.
        Thursdays through Sept. 29, Sandpiper Picnic Lunch Cruises, J&M Cruise Lines, 1 Jefferson Ave., Toledo, 11:30 a.m. A two-hour tour of the Maumee River. Catered by Los Toros Catering or bring your own lunch. 419-537-1212.
        Saturdays through Oct. 1, Sandpiper Discover the River Cruise, J & M Cruise Lines, 1 Jefferson Ave, Toledo. A two-hour cruise along the Maumee. jmcruislines.com/calendar.
        Saturdays through November: Toledo Farmers Market, 525 Market St., 8 a.m.-2 p.m. toledofarmersmarket.com.
        Sundays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays in May: Manor House Tours, Wildwood Metropark, 5100 Central Ave., Toledo. Tour the Manor House, a 30,000+ square foot, Georgian Colonial home formerly owned by the Stranahan family. Check metroparkstoledo.com for updates.
        Second Friday through September: Northwood Nights, Central Park, 4-7 p.m. Food trucks, vendors, crafters, handmade items, adult beverage tent, and live entertainment. ci.northwood.oh.us.
 
June
June 2-4: Genoa Homecoming, downtown Genoa. Residents, former residents and visitors are invited to enjoy the celebration themed, “On Broadway.”  Entertainment, amusement rides, food vendors, car show, Grand Parade, bingo, home run derbies and a special “Coming Home” cabaret featuring Bill Nolte. genoahomecoming.org.
June 3-4: Annual Village-Wide Garage Sales, downtown Oak Harbor. 419-898-0479, oakharborohio.net.
June 3-5: 49th Historic Old West End Festival, Toledo’s Historic Old West End, (Robinwood/Bancroft/Collingwood/Monroe). King Wamba Parade, art fair, marketplace, yard sales, entertainment, food vendors and more toledooldwestend.com/festival.
June 4-5, 11-12: - Tour Ottawa Wildlife Drive, Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge, 14000 W. SR 2., Oak Harbor, sunrise-sunset. Enjoy the refuge from the comfort of your car. The seven-mile, one-ay route begins from the overflow parking area. fws.gov/refuge/Ottawa.
June 5: Annual British Return to Fort Meigs, Fort Meigs Memorial, Perrysburg, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Hosted by the Lake Erie British Car Club, this show draws participants from a three-state region vying for awards in specific categories unique to British vehicles. Spectators will see MGs, Triumphs, Jaguars, Austin Healeys, Lotuses, and other British marques dating from the mid-20th century to the present. lebcc.org.
June 5:  Mayor’s Concert in the Park – Terra Brass Choir & Jazz Band, Birchard Park, Croghan Street, Fremont, 7 p.m. Concerts held every Sunday in June and July. Visit City of Fremont social media for updates and weather cancellation info.
June 7-11: Toledo Mud Hens vs. Iowa Cubs, Fifth Third Field, downtown Toledo, 7:05 p.m. milb.com/Toledo.
June 8: Sandusky County Historic Jail & Dungeon Tours, 622 Croghan St., Fremont. One-hour guided tour includes historic 1892 Sandusky County Jail, the 1840s Dungeon located under the county courthouse and the Gallows Exhibition Hall. $5. Tickets available at the door (if not sold out) or purchase online at sanduskycounty.org.
June 9-12: Garden Bros Circus – Humans Gone Wild, Toledo Speedway, 5639 Benore Rd. A100-minute performance featuring the Human Cannonball, aerial artists, The Wheel of Death, motorcycles in the Sphere of Fear, clowns, jugglers and more. gardenbrosnuclearcircus.com.
June 10-12: 37th Whitehouse Cherry Fest, downtown Whitehouse. whitehouseohiochamber.com/cherry-fest.htm.
June 11: Second Saturdays R 4 Kids, Around the World with Col. Webb Hayes, Hayes Presidential Library & Museums, Fremont. Monthly kids’ program highlights an important time in President Hayes’ life. Free admission. Drop-in between 9:30-11:30 a.m. Geared toward K-3, but all ages welcome. Rbhayes.org.
June 11: Relay for Life, Conner Park, 2220 Tiffin Rd., Fremont, 12-10 p.m. brian.gibson@cancer.org.
June 11: Tractors, Tractors, Tractors, Sauder Village, Archbold. Get an up-close look at the machines that make farming possible. Historic tractors from the 1920s to the 1960s will be on display. saudervillage.org.
June 11: Fremont Speedway (ALL STAR Speedweek and Trucks), 901 Rawson Ave., Fremont. Gates open at 4 p.m.; races start at 7 p.m. (times and schedules subject to change). fremontohspeedway.com.
June 11-12: Fremont Flea Market, Sandusky County Fairgrounds, Fremont. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Sat. and 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Sun. sanduskycountyfair.com.
June 12: Toledo Mud Hens vs. Iowa Cubs, Fifth Third Field, downtown Toledo, 2:05 p.m. milb.com/Toledo.
June 12: Spiegel Grove Squires Celebrity Vintage Base Ball Game, 1 p.m. Hayes Presidential Library & Museums at Spiegel Grove, Fremont, rbhayes.org.
June 12:  Mayor’s Concert in the Park – North Coast Concert Band, Birchard Park, Croghan Street, Fremont, 7 p.m. Concerts held every Sunday in June and July. Visit City of Fremont social media for updates and weather cancellation info.
June 12: Fremont Speedway (ALL STAR Speedweek and Trucks), 901 Rawson Ave., Fremont. Gates open at 4 p.m.; races start at 7 p.m. (times and schedules subject to change). fremontohspeedway.com.
June 15: Verandah Concert, Hayes Presidential Library & Museums at Spiegel Grove, Fremont, 6:30-8 p.m. Featuring the Fostoria Community Band. The evening starts with an ice cream social at 6:30 p.m., followed by the performance at 7 p.m. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and choose a spot on the lawn. rbhayes.org.
June 15-19: Holland Strawberry Festival, Community Homecoming Park, Holland. Food, rides, games, pageants, contests, entertainment, a parade and more. hollandstrawberryfestival.org.
June 16: 5th Annual “Beat the Heat,” Sandusky County Fairgrounds Parking Lot, 1-2:30 p.m. An event to raise public awareness of the dangers of leaving kids or pets in an unattended parked car in the heat.
June 16: Lee Brice in Concert, Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way, Toledo, 7 p.m. ticketmaster.com.
June 17: Art Loop: Street Faire, downtown Toledo, 5-8 p.m. Celebrate the start of summer in downtown Toledo as the Art Loop partners with Toledo Warehouse District Association to present an evening of family fun, local art, behind-the-scenes studio visits, live music and entertainment. theartscommission.org/events/art-loop.
June 17: ProMedica Live Summer Concert Series – Common, Promenade Park, 400 Water St., Toledo. Gates open at 5 p.m. promedicalive.com/summer-concert-series/common/.
June 17: 26th Annual Summer Disco Party, Centennial Terrace, 5773 Centennial Rd., Sylvania, 8 p.m. centennialterrace.org.
June 18: Fremont Speedway (Speedweek Finale), 901 Rawson Ave., Fremont. Gates open at 4 p.m.; races start at7 p.m. (subject to change). fremontohspeedway.com.
June 18: Juneteenth Celebration, Toledo Lucas County Public Library, 325 Michigan St., Toledo, 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Presented in partnership with the NAACP.
June 18: Beer & Bacon Festival, Hungarian Club of Toledo, 224 Paine Ave., Toledo, 3-7 p.m. 21 and older. eventbrite.com.
June 18-19: Brigade Napoleon, Fort Meigs State Memorial, Perrysburg. The fort’s newest living history event. fortmeigs.org.
June 19: Father’s Day Celebration & BBQ, Toledo Zoo. 419-385-4040, toledozoo.org.
June 19:  Mayor’s Concert in the Park – Dana Dorsey & The “Blue Notes,” Birchard Park, Croghan Street, Fremont, 7 p.m. Concerts held every Sunday in June and July. Visit City of Fremont social media for updates and weather cancellation info.
June 21-25: Toledo Mud Hens vs. Scranton/WB Railriders, Fifth Third Field, downtown Toledo, 7:05 p.m. milb.com/Toledo
June 22-25: Gibsonburg Homecoming Festival, Williams Park. Hosted by the Gibsonburg Volunteer Fire Department, the festival will include food, rides, music and more. gibsonburgohio.org.
June 24: ProMedica Live Summer Concert Series – Night Ranger, Promenade Park, 400 Water St., Toledo Gates open at 5 p.m. ticketmaster.com.
June 24: The Temptations and the Four Tops, Centennial Terrace, 5773 Centennial Rd., Sylvania, 8 p.m. etix.com.
June 24: Brooks & Dunn, Huntington Center, 500 Jefferson Ave., Toledo, 7 p.m. ticketmaster.com.
June 24-26: Crosby Festival of the Arts, Toledo Botanical Garden, Toledo. Featuring artisans, live entertainment, a selection of edibles, children’s activities and more. crosbyfest.
June 25: GroveFest, Nature at the Grove, Hayes Presidential Library & Museums at Spiegel Grove, Fremont, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Enjoy hands-on activities, crafts, demonstrations and more. rbhayes.org.
June 25: Fremont Speedway (AFCS 410’s, 305’s / GLSS 360, Vintage Cars), 901 Rawson Ave., Fremont, Gates open at 4 p.m.; races start at 7 p.m. (subject to change). fremontohspeedway.com.
June 25, Aug. 27, Sept. 30: Fort Meigs After Dark Lantern Tours, Fort Meigs State Memorial, Perrysburg. Call for times. Tour the fort by lantern light. fortmeigs.org.
June 26: Portage River Festival, downtown Elmore, 11 a.m.- 6 p.m. Entertainment, flea & craft market, antiques, contests, food. facebook.com/ElmoreHistoricalSociety.
June 29: Presidential History Book Club, Hayes Presidential Library & Museums, Fremont, noon-1 p.m. Free. In-person and online. To join online, visit https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/128601789. The access code is 128-601-789. Participants can bring a lunch. rbhayes.org.
June 29: Verandah Concert, Hayes Presidential Library & Museums at Spiegel Grove, Fremont, 7 p.m. The evening starts with an ice cream social at 6:30 p.m. followed by a concert by Bridge County Bluegrass Band. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and choose a spot on the lawn. rbhayes.org.
June 30: Healing Sound & Meditation with Rebecca, Schedel Arboretum & Gardens, 19255 W. Portage River S. Rd., Elmore, 5:30-7:30 p.m. $30.90. Join Rebecca Black as she shares therapeutic sounds and vibrations using healing crystal bowls and Solfeggio tuning forks. Bring a mat, blanket, pillow and dress comfortably. schedel-gardens.org.
June 30-July 2: Woodville’s 4th of July Celebration, Trailmarker Park, Woodville. Parade, 5K race, car show, amusements, and fireworks. woodville4th.com.
 
July
July 2: Naturalization Ceremony, 11 a.m., Sauder Village, Archbold. saudervillage.org.
July 3: Independence Day Celebration, downtown Oak Harbor. Small-town Independence Day fun beginning at 5 p.m. Food, entertainment, giant inflatables, Royal Duck Race, kids’ games, a beer garden and fireworks. oakharborohio.net.
July 4: Independence Day 1813, Fort Meigs State Memorial, Perrysburg. fortmeigs.org.
July 4: Independence Day Concert, Hayes Presidential Library & Museums at Spiegel Grove, Fremont, 2-3:30 p.m. Free. Featuring music by the Toledo Concert Band featuring members of the Toledo Symphony. rbhayes.org.
July 3, 10, 14, 31, Aug. 7, 14: Music Under the Stars, Toledo Zoo, 7:30 p.m. A Toledo summer tradition. toledozoo.org.
        For more events, visit presspublications.com, visittoleddo.org, shoresandislands.com or sanduskycounty.org. Submit event information to twalro@presspublications.com for inclusion in calendar of event listings.
 
 

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