Monday , March 18 2024

Community Focus



Please send all future community focus events to community@basbroadcasting.com at least two weeks prior to the event.

DAILY EVENTS

Due to concerns over the spread of Coronavirus, many events are being cancelled or rescheduled. Please contact the event organizers to make sure your event is still taking place

A PSA from the Erie County Board of Elections: According to Ohio Revised Code it is illegal to take a picture of a voted ballot and post it for anyone to see under the section 3599.20. We have gotten some questions about it and I contacted the legal dept. of the Secretary of States office and they informed me that it is a 5th degree felony and that no one should ever take a photo of their ballot showing how they voted and making it public.

THU MAR 14

IDA RUPP PUBLIC LIBRARY
Ida Rupp Public Library presents One-On-One Tech Help on Thursday, March 14th from 10 – 11 a.m. for adults. Call Ida Rupp Public Library at (419) 732-3212 to schedule a 30-minute help session.

MARBLEHEAD PENINSULA BRANCH LIBRARY
Marblehead Peninsula Branch Library presents a Pulitzer Prize Book Club on Thursday, March 14th from 4 – 5 p.m. for adults. Visit Marblehead Peninsula Branch Library to read & discuss a Pulitzer Prize winning book. Now is your chance to read one and discuss it with a lively group! This month the group will discuss Empire Falls by Richard Russo. The event is free; no registration required.

HURON PUBLIC LIBRARY
Huron Public Library presents ALL DAY: Pi Day on Thursday, March 14th. Students that come in after school can answer a few math questions and get some tasty pie in return.

HURON PUBLIC LIBRARY
Huron Public Library presents a Lunchtime Program: Beginning Genealogy with Ed Boose on Thursday, March 14th at 1pm. Ed spends most days delving into his family history. In this program, he will teach how to begin the search into your family’s past using free genealogy resources. Coffee, tea and snacks will be provided. Registration required.

HURON PUBLIC LIBRARY
Huron Public Library presents Girls Who Code on Thursday, March 14th at 4pm for Grades 6-9. Interested in coding and making new friends? Join GWC! This club aims to close the gender gap in science and technology by teaching computer skills to girls in a supportive environment. Boys may also register. Participants should attend all dates.

HURON PUBLIC LIBRARY
Huron Public Library presents Moorhens Irish Music on Thursday, March 14th at 6:30pm. Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with us. Wear something green and enjoy some traditional Irish music.

SANDUSKY LIBRARY
The Sandusky Library presents Sunshine Week Suncatchers on March 14th from 3-5pm. Make a suncatcher in honor of Sunshine Week!

BLOOD DRIVE
The next American Red Cross Blood Drive is on March 14th from 12-5:30pm at St. Peter Catholic Church on 430 Main Street in Huron.

FRI MAR 15

IDA RUPP PUBLIC LIBRARY
Ida Rupp Public Library presents Imagination Hour on Friday, March 15th from 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. for children. Spend an hour using your imagination and having fun with friends. Corvid and Megan will be in the beach room with toys, a marble racetrack, blocks, and puppets. Let’s play! Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is not required.

MARBLEHEAD PENINSULA BRANCH LIBRARY
Marblehead Peninsula Branch Library presents Marblehead Peninsula Coffee Hour on Friday, March 15th from 10 – 11 a.m. for adults. Join us for FREE coffee, tea, and conversation at the Marblehead Peninsula Branch Library. Our special guest in March is Marblehead Major John Starcher. The idea behind the coffee hour is to give Peninsula residents and employees a chance to talk with each other in a comfortable and civil setting. This is an open, free-form conversation. Meet your neighbors! Network with other organizations! No registration required.

CHRISTIAN SINGLES FELLOWSHIP
The Christian Singles Fellowship presents a St. Patrick’s Party on Friday, March 15th at 6:30pm. Meet at Karson’s Home on 1401 Berlin Road in Huron. Kielbasa & Sauerkraut will be provided. Bring a covered dish, dessert, or pop to share. The kids are welcome to come as well!

SANDUSKY LIBRARY
The Sandusky Library presents Sunshine Crafts & Coloring all day on March 15th and 16th. Complete sunshine themed crafts and coloring sheets in honor of Sunshine Week.

SANDUSKY LIBRARY
The Sandusky Library presents Adult Open Gaming on Friday March 15th at 3pm. Adults, join us for an afternoon of exploring video games.

SAT MAR 16

NORWALK PUBLIC LIBRARY
Norwalk Public Library presents Dungeons & Dragons Club on March 2nd and March 16th from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm for 6th through 12th grades. Embark on a quest in a fantasy realm where your fate depends on the roll of the dice and the only limit is your imagination. Adventurers of any skill level are welcome. Registration begins Saturday, February 10th.

ST. PADDY’S DAY 5K RUN/WALK
The annual St. Paddy’s Day 5K Run/Walk in Downtown Tiffin is set for March 16, giving participants a chance to chase the leprechaun. The race will start promptly at 10 a.m., with check-in beginning at 8:30 a.m. at JAMs Market, 145 Madison St. Registration is available for $30 on Eventbrite. The deadline to pre-order T-shirts is March 8th. Children aged 10 and younger may participate for free (T-shirts available for youths for $15 each). Awards will be presented at The Renaissance, 129 S Washington St., recognizing the top male and female runners in both youth and adult categories. The race is open to families and pets, with costumes encouraged but not mandatory. Proceeds from the event will contribute to Downtown Tiffin’s revitalization. To register online, visit EVENTBRITE:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2024-st-paddys-day-5k-tickets-804037215957?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl

MARBLEHEAD PENINSULA BRANCH LIBRARY
Marblehead Peninsula Branch Library presents Crafting with Magoo: St. Patrick’s Suncatcher on Saturday, March 16th from 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. for children. This easy and simple create-your-own kit contains everything needed to design and make St. Patrick’s Day-themed suncatchers. With St. Patrick’s Day precut templates and plenty of colorful tissue paper, this suncatcher kit is guaranteed to brighten your day. Come and craft with Magoo. Registration is required (limit 10) and opens March 2.

SANDUSKY LIBRARY
The Sandusky Library presents Sunshine Crafts & Coloring all day on March 15th and 16th. Complete sunshine themed crafts and coloring sheets in honor of Sunshine Week.

SANDUSKY LIBRARY
The Sandusky Library presents Not Since Tecumseh: Darkness at Midday over the Ohio Country on Saturday, March 16th at 2pm. Tom O’Grady, a Historian and Astronomy Instructor at Ohio State will be the presenter. The last time Ohio was witness to a total eclipse of the sun was on June 16, 1806 . The 1806 eclipse has gone down in history as Tecumseh’s Eclipse. Hear about the dynamics causing solar eclipses and some of the history associated with this famous eclipse, subsequent eclipse expeditions, and a few stories about war and peace associated with this unique celestial phenomenon.

NORWALK PUBLIC LIBRARY
Norwalk Public Library presents Summit E-Waste Recycling on March 16th from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. Discard old, unwanted electronics such as desktop computers, gaming systems, laptops, printers, small household appliances, or TVs.

FISHING EXPO
The Fish Huron Fishing Expo is on Saturday, March 16th from 9am-5pm at Mesenburg Plaza Place on 545 Cleveland Road West in Huron, Ohio. Admission is $5 and Kids 11 & under are free! There will be giveaways, vendors, a food & cash bar, and free seminars at this event. The seminars include:
10am – Travis Hartman – “What’s Happening on Lake Erie”
11am- Capt. John Tucholski – “Jig Fishing for Spring Walleye”
12pm- Tom Netz – “Lake Erie Perch”
1pm- Capt. Juls Davis//Capt. Jason O’Brien//Tyler Berhold Round Table Discussion – “Walleye Strategges and Systems”
3pm- Capt. Michael Simonton – “Bass Fishing on Lake Erie”
This event is presented by Buckeye Sports Center. Check out Facebook for more details on this event.

SUN MAR 17

ALL YOU CAN EAT BREAKFAST
There will be an All You Can Eat French Toast, Pancake, & Sausage Breakfast on March 17th at the Wakeman Masonic Lodge on 34 Pleasant Street in Wakeman from 9am-1:30pm. There will be a bake sale and a blood drive at this event. Donations will be accepted.

ERIE COUNTY BOARD OF ELECTIONS
The last day for early voting for March 17th Presidential Primary Elections is Sunday, March 17th from 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. When mailing ballots back to the Board of Elections, please take them into the post office to ensure that the ballots are postmarked by March 18th, 2024. If you are personally delivering a ballot the deadline is March 19th, 2024 by 7:30 p.m. to our office or drop box. Please call the Erie County Board of Elections office at 419-627-7601 for additional information or questions. Erie County Board of Elections drive up drop box is located on the east side of the Erie County Water Department building at 2900 Columbus Ave. The box is available 24/7 and is also under surveillance 24/7. Voter registration forms, absentee ballot applications, absentee ballots and other business related to our office may be deposited in the box.

MON MAR 18

IDA RUPP PUBLIC LIBRARY
Ida Rupp Public Library presents Grab & Go: Diamond Art on Monday, March 18th for children. Kids, have you tried diamond art painting? We will have grab and go kits featuring diamond art characters and animals. All necessary materials are included. Kits can be obtained at the circulation desk on a first-come, first-served basis. Limit one kit per patron, while supplies last. No registration necessary.

IDA RUPP PUBLIC LIBRARY
Ida Rupp Public Library presents Spice Club on Monday, March 18th for adults. Each month, expand your palate and try something new by picking up a Spice Club packet from the circulation desk! Every packet will include a pre-measured sample of a unique spice, information about its origins and flavor profile, and 1-2 recipes using the spice. Registration is not required for this grab-and-go, but spice samples are only available on a first-come, first-served basis. Limit one packet per patron. This month’s spice: Cayenne Pepper

MARBLEHEAD PENINSULA BRANCH LIBRARY
Marblehead Peninsula Branch Library presents Otterbein Book Club on Monday, March 18th from 1 – 2 p.m. for adults. The Otterbein Book Club is open to anyone; you do not need to be a resident of Otterbein to participate. December’s book: Mrs. Kennedy and Me, by Clint Hill. No registration required.

HURON PUBLIC LIBRARY
Huron Public Library presents Mahjong Mondays on Monday, March 18th at 11:30am. Join local Mahjong players for a game of Mahjong. Beginners welcome.

HURON PUBLIC LIBRARY
Huron Public Library presents After School Gaming Club on Monday, March 18th from 2:45 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Thanks to the ULEAD project and Friends of Huron Public Library the Library has gaming equipment, consoles, and video games for after school play. The club will also have laptops available for gamers to join in the same online room and play collectively as a team.

HURON PUBLIC LIBRARY
Huron Public Library presents a Mystery Book Group on Monday, March 18th at 7pm. Mystery enthusiasts meet monthly on Monday nights to discuss a variety of mystery books from authors around the world. If you like a good mystery and you enjoy getting together to discuss what you’re reading, this is the group for you! New members are always welcome.

BLOOD DRIVE
The next American Red Cross Blood Drives are on March 18th from 12-6pm at Ritter Public Library on 5680 Liberty Ave. in Vermilion and from 11am-4pm at Avon Isle Park on 37080 Detroit Road in Avon.

TUE MAR 19

DINE TO DONATE TEXAS ROADHOUSE
The Erie County Senior Center presents Dine To Donate at Texas Roadhouse in Sandusky on March 19th from 4-7pm. Support the Erie County Seniors at the Sandusky location, and we will donate 10% of your total food purchases to the organization!

IDA RUPP PUBLIC LIBRARY
Ida Rupp Public Library presents Story Time on Tuesday, March 19th from 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. for children. Bring your little ones to listen to some stories, sing a few songs, and get wiggles out! No registration required. Theme: color green

IDA RUPP PUBLIC LIBRARY
Ida Rupp Public Library presents a Tuesday Morning Book Discussion on Tuesday, March 19th from 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. for adults. Visit R Coffee Corner to discuss this month’s book! This month’s title is I Have Some Questions for You by Rebecca Makkai. Pick up a copy of the book at the public services desk. New members are always welcome! No registration required.

IDA RUPP PUBLIC LIBRARY
Ida Rupp Public Library presents One-On-One Tech Help on Tuesday, March 19th from 10 – 11 a.m. for adults. Call Ida Rupp Public Library at (419) 732-3212 to schedule a 30-minute help session.

MARBLEHEAD PENINSULA BRANCH LIBRARY
Marblehead Peninsula Branch Library presents Marblehead Tech Help on Tuesday, March 19th from 3 – 4 p.m. for adults. Need help with a smart phone, tablet, computer, or other device? Sign up for one of our 30-minute one-on-one Tech Help sessions at the Marblehead Peninsula Branch Library. Sessions are free, but you must register, either online or by calling the branch at 419 798-0477 and asking to be registered.

MARBLEHEAD PENINSULA BRANCH LIBRARY
Marblehead Peninsula Branch Library presents Yoga on Tuesday, March 19th from 4 – 5 p.m. for adults. Join Katy Mazzeo for a one-hour yoga session at the Marblehead Branch. No experience required. Limit of 14 participants. Registration is required. Either call the library 419-798-0477 or register online. Registration for the next week should open up at 10:00 a.m. on the day after each session. Please call the library if you have any difficulties. IMPORTANT: We’ve set up a waiting list for this popular event, which means two things: 1) Since the system doesn’t seem to notify patrons on the waiting list if they are auto-moved to the main list, it’s up to patrons to check their status (which can be accomplished through a phone call). 2) The waitlist system doesn’t seem to work with group registrations, so we’ll need to register everyone individually. Please let us know if you have any questions!

MARBLEHEAD PENINSULA BRANCH LIBRARY
Marblehead Peninsula Branch Library presents a Marblehead Peninsula Writing Group on Tuesday, March 19th from 6 – 7:30 p.m. for adults. Join the Marblehead Peninsula Writing Group at their bi-monthly (twice per month) meeting! Get feedback on your own writing, provide advice for other writers, and learn more about the craft. This is a supportive group, open to all levels of writers and facilitated by an experienced writing teacher. You don’t have to bring any of your own writing to share; all who are interested in writing are welcome. Email (dkimmel@seolibraries.org) or call (419 798-0477) Dave Kimmel if you have any questions about the group! No registration required.

ERIE ISLANDS LIBRARY
Erie Islands Library presents Cardboard Engineering on Tuesday, March 19th from 3:45 – 5 p.m. for children. Humans are champions at making things. We thought it would be fun to see what people could design out of cardboard. Can you make a game? Or a car? How about a robot or your favorite animal? We’ll have cardboard of various thicknesses to use along with rolls from paper and towels. If you have something specific you want to make, feel free to bring your own cardboard. We will have a limited supply of scissors and masking tape available. No registration required.

DOC TALK
Join us for a free Doc Talk on Tuesday, March 19, from 5 to 6 pm. Dr. Philip Holzer will lead a conversation about the upcoming Solar Eclipse as well as proper eye care for you and your family. This event is open to the community and will be held in the Wright Family Medical Pavilion 2nd Floor Meeting Room. Healthy snacks and beverages will be provided. Philip Holzer, OD is an Optometrist in the KCH Department of Specialty Care – Ophthalmology. He graduated from Indiana University School of Optometry in Bloomington, Indiana. He has also been on the American Board of Optometry since 2013. To register for the Doc Talk, please call 740-393.9621 or go to
https://www.cognitoforms.com/KnoxCommunityHospital1/DocTalkWithPhilipHolzerOD

NORWALK PUBLIC LIBRARY
Norwalk Public Library presents Ohio Lost Treasure on March 19th from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm. The Buckeye State is rich in buried treasure stories, but are they true? Take a deep dive with Mark Strecker, author of Ohio Lost Treasure, to uncover which tales are credible and which are not. Registration begins Tuesday, February 27th.

HURON PUBLIC LIBRARY
Huron Public Library presents Stitch Niche – Crochet Club on Tuesday, March 19th at 3pm for teens and adults. Do you love to crochet or would you like to learn how? Teens and adults can join in on the crochet craze and meet up and share current yarn projects, get help from Library staff, or just enjoy being in the company of other crafters. Bring a project or start a new one. Supplies will be provided.

HURON PUBLIC LIBRARY
Huron Public Library presents Chess with Paul Sherwood on Tuesday, March 19th at 6pm. Everyone is welcome to join local chess enthusiast Paul Sherwood who is available as instructor or competitor. Come for fun or to improve your game. This program is open to all ages and abilities. No registration necessary.

HURON PUBLIC LIBRARY
Huron Public Library presents Family Storytime on Tuesday, March 19th at 6:30pm. Evening storytime is a family affair! Join Miss Melissa at the Library to share stories, songs, and fun every Tuesday night. All ages are welcome. These storytimes engage your little ones in a variety of ways that stimulate the development of early literacy skills through books, flannel boards, songs, stories, and much more. No registration necessary.

MILAN PUBLIC LIBRARY
Milan Public Library presents Crafternoon [ CHILDREN ] on Tuesday, March 19th from 4-4:30pm. Join us and your friends as we create a cool take home craft. Grades K-3.

BLOOD DRIVE
The next American Red Cross Blood Drives are on March 19th from 3-7pm at Edison Middle School on 20 Center Street in Berlin Heights and from 2:45pm-8pm at Troy Intermediate School on 237 Belmar Blvd in Avon Lake.

WED MAR 20

IDA RUPP PUBLIC LIBRARY
Ida Rupp Public Library presents One-On-One Tech Help on Wednesday, March 20th from 1 – 2 p.m. for adults. Call Ida Rupp Public Library at (419) 732-3212 to schedule a 30-minute help session.

MARBLEHEAD PENINSULA BRANCH LIBRARY
Marblehead Peninsula Branch Library presents Marblehead Tech Help on Wednesday, March 20th from 10 – 11 a.m. for adults. Need help with a smart phone, tablet, computer, or other device? Sign up for one of our 30-minute one-on-one Tech Help sessions at the Marblehead Peninsula Branch Library. Sessions are free, but you must register, either online or by calling the branch at 419-798-0477 and asking to be registered.

ERIE ISLANDS LIBRARY
Erie Islands Library presents Words & Wine Book Club on Wednesday, March 20th from 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. for adults. Join us at Put-In-Bay Yacht Club and share a book you have read while enjoying a beverage of your own choosing. Even if you haven’t had time to read, you are welcome to join us to hear what others are suggesting. We can’t wait to hear what you have been reading! New adult members are always welcome. No registration necessary.

NORWALK PUBLIC LIBRARY
Norwalk Public Library presents an Adult Book Club on March 20th from 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm and March 23rd from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm. To participate in the discussion, read The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides. Books are available at our Main Desk.

NORWALK PUBLIC LIBRARY
Norwalk Public Library presents the Kids Best Book Club Ever on March 20th from 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm for 4th through 7th grades. To participate in discussion and trivia games, read Dragon Rider by Cornelia Funke. Books are available in our Children’s Room. Registration begins Wednesday, February 28th.

HURON PUBLIC LIBRARY
Huron Public Library presents Babies & Toddler Time on Wednesday, March 20th at 10 a.m. OR 11 a.m. Bring your little ones to the Library and join Miss Melissa for stories, songs, and fun! These storytimes engage your little ones in a variety of ways that stimulate the development of early literacy skills through books, flannel boards, songs, stories, and much more. No registration necessary.

HURON PUBLIC LIBRARY
Huron Public Library presents Preschool Storytime on Wednesday, March 20th at 1:30pm for children ages 3 ½ to 5 without a caregiver. Preschoolers can join Miss Melissa in the Story Hour Room for stories, songs, and fun every Wednesday from January 17 to February 7. These storytimes engage your little ones in a variety of ways that stimulate the development of early literacy skills through books, flannel boards, songs, and stories. No registration necessary.

HURON PUBLIC LIBRARY
Huron Public Library presents STEAM Team on Wednesday, March 20th at 4pm. In this series of programs, children can explore all subjects of STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics), paired with activities based on exciting themes! Registration is required. For Kindergarten – Grade 2.

HURON PUBLIC LIBRARY
Huron Public Library presents STEAM Team 2.0 on Wednesday, March 20th at 4pm. Tweens that are interested in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math can join this upgraded and more independent STEAM Team club at the Library. For Grades 3 – 6.

HURON PUBLIC LIBRARY
Huron Public Library presents a Real Reads Book Discussion: Ma and Me by Putsata Reang on Wednesday, March 20th at 5:30pm. Real Reads is a book discussion group for those who love nonfiction and memoir. New members are always welcome. Join the Library’s monthly book groups. Books are available at the Library or ebook and audiobook versions can be found on the Libby or Hoopla app. To join this book group, grab the month’s selection from the Library’s book club display or speak to a staff member. No registration necessary. This group discussion is off site at Costa Azul.

HURON PUBLIC LIBRARY
Huron Public Library presents a Writers Group on Wednesday, March 20th at 5:30pm. During the second meet up of the month, writers can attend to simply write for one hour among their peers.

OUTDOOR EMERGENCY SIRENS
As part of Severe Weather Awareness Week (March 17 – March 23), Erie County will be participating in the Statewide tornado drill by testing its Outdoor Emergency Sirens on Wednesday, March 20nd at 9:50 a.m. The county sirens are activated by the Erie County Sheriff’s Office any time there is a TORNADO WARNING issued by the National Weather Service, or the reported sighting of a tornado/funnel cloud by public safety personnel, or the report of property damage or injuries caused by severe storms/tornado/funnel cloud. Erie County operates 44 outdoor severe weather warning sirens as part of the countywide severe weather warning system. Emergency Management Director, Tim Jonovich, reminds area residents that the sirens are designed to serve as an outdoor warning device and therefore are not designed to necessarily alert someone inside their home, office or school. The sirens simply mean “to seek shelter and tune to your local TV and/or radio for further weather information.” Director Jonovich recommends the use of NOAA All Hazards/Weather radios as the best indoor warning systems available today. NOAA radios can be purchased at many area department stores and online. It is strongly recommended that each family/household and business pre-plan for weather emergencies. During an emergency, residents are asked not to call 9-1-1 or the Sheriff’s Office Dispatch Center whenever the sirens are activated for weather related emergencies, as dispatchers will be coordinating the response of area agencies. The sirens are not activated upon expiration of the warning; you will never hear the sirens activated to indicate “all clear”. Regular monthly testing of the sirens will continue on April 1, 2024 at 12pm.

FRI MAR 22

FIRELANDS HEALTH’S STRIDES TOWARD WELLNESS
Get moving and learn about different health topics at Firelands Health’s Strides Toward Wellness. Participants will hear from an expert while getting exercise. Austen Smith, D.O., a weight management specialist at Firelands’ Center for Coordinated Care, will kick off the program at the Sandusky Mall. Participation is free and open to the public. Here are the dates and topics:
Jan. 19 – Weight loss medications overview; when to consider and how they work.
Feb. 16 – How to remain full while losing weight.
March 22 – Strategies to prevent and treat obesity.
All events take place at 9 a.m. Enter the main doors near the food court. For additional information, visit firelands.com/strides or call 419-557-7410.

SAT MAR 23

EASTER SPRING FLING
There will be an Easter Spring Fling on Saturday, March 23rd from 1-4pm at Amherst Historical Society Hall on 113 South Lake Street in Amherst (at the corner of South Lake Street and Milan Avenue). There will be an Easter Bunny, Face Painting, Kids Activities, a Jelly Bean Counting Contest, a Bake Sale, Tours of the Quigley Museum, and more! For more information, please contact us at 440-988-7255 or office@amhersthistoricalsociety.org. This event is free to attend!

FRI MAR 29

2024 PASSION WALK
Port Clinton Passion Walk evokes all of the emotions and drama of Jesus’ final hours before he gave his life that we might be redeemed. The Passion Walk on Good Friday takes you on a spiritual journey as you walk with Jesus Christ to the Cross on His last day on Earth. The 7 block march will reflect on Jesus Christ’s suffering, passion, and death and relive historical events. Along the route, participants will stop and pray at 8 stations taking turns carrying a large wooden cross. Friday March 29 beginning at 3:00 PM, beginning and ending at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 414 Madison St., Port Clinton.

FRI APR 19

UNITED WAY NIGHT AT THE BEE FUNDRAISER
United Way of Greater Lorain County invites the public to its signature fundraiser, A Night at the Bee, Friday, April 19th from 5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Spitzer Conference Center at Lorain County Community College. The event is a fun game night-style competition for adults that includes four categories of Spelling, History, STEM and Art. Teams of four will compete across each category for the $1,000 grand prize courtesy of Ross Environmental Services and the champion’s traveling trophy. The event has a unique twist where spectators also have a chance to win. Community members are encouraged to register teams to play in the competition. Teams of four are $200 and include buffet dinner and a drink ticket. Themed team names and costumes are encouraged. Spectator tickets are $45 per person and include buffet dinner and a drink ticket. Those who are unable to attend the event can donate to the event at uwloraincounty.org/anightatthebee. All proceeds from the event support United Way’s local education initiatives including community collaboratives focused on kindergarten readiness and middle school success in the Clearview, Elyria, Firelands, Lorain, Midview and Oberlin school districts. To learn more about United Way’s education initiatives, visit uwloraincounty.org/education or by calling 440-277-6530.

FRI APR 26

OBERLIN’S ARTIST RECITAL SERIES
Oberlin’s Artist Recital Series presents Silkroad Ensemble: Uplifted Voices on Friday, April 26th. Silkroad’s new program, titled Uplifted Voices, shines a light on previously under-recognized voices to change our perspectives on the history and migration of music. Audiences will be led on a musical journey that connects the music of indigenous North America to the world, drawing inspiration from music of Japan, China, Armenia, Ireland and the Hebrides, and native populations across North America. The ensemble is percussionist Haruka Fujii, Celtic harpist and vocalist Maeve Gilchrist, cellist Karen Ouzounian, and violinist and vocalist Mazz Swift. They will perform with special guests Pura Fé, a Tuscarora/Taíno lap-steel slide guitarist and vocalist, and pipa player Wu Man. This concert will be held at 7:30 p.m. in Finney Chapel at 90 N. Professor Street in Oberlin.

NON-DATED EVENTS

SANDUSKY LIBRARY
The Sandusky Library presents Discover the Solar Eclipse from March 1-31st. Join at sanduskylib.beanstack.org to earn virtual badges for completing activities. Register for this challenge on our Beanstack site at: sanduskylib.beanstack.org.


ERIE COUNTY BOARD OF ELECTIONS
The Erie County Board of Elections will have extended hours during the final week of early voting. Voters still have three options to cast their ballot for the March Primary.

Option 1: Early, In-person Voting

The Board of Elections has an Early Voting Center located on the first floor of the Erie County Service Center at 2900 Columbus Avenue in Sandusky. Voters can come in person to cast their ballot early during the following times:

Monday, March 11th, 7:30 AM – 7:30 PM
Tuesday, March 12th, 7:30 AM – 8:30 PM
Wednesday, March 13th – Friday, March 15th, 7:30 AM – 7:30 PM
Saturday, March 16th, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday, March 17th, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Voters should note that, due to a change in the law, there is no in-person voting on the Monday before an election in Ohio.

Option 2: Absentee Voting by Mail

Voters can request to vote by mail by completing an Absentee Ballot Application and returning it to the Board of Elections no later than 8:30 PM, Tuesday, March 12th. Ballots being returned by mail must be postmarked no later than Monday, March 18th, and received no later than Saturday, March 23rd.

Ballots returned by hand must be received in the office or placed in the secure drop box no later than 7:30 PM on election day, March 19th.

Absentee ballot applications are located at the Board of Elections office, the Erie County Treasurer’s office at 247 Columbus Avenue in Sandusky, as well as the local libraries.

Option 3: Election Day Voting

Polling places will be open on election day, March 19th, from 6:30 AM – 7:30 PM. On election day, voters should visit the polling place assigned to their precinct.

By going to the Board of Elections website, www.boe.ohio.gov/erie voters can access and review a sample ballot, look up the location of their polling place, and complete and print Absentee Ballot Applications. Members of the public are also invited to follow the Erie County, Ohio Board of Elections Facebook page for more updates.

BLOOD DRIVE
The blood supply is growing as we head into spring. And right now, the American Red Cross continues to urge donors to make and keep blood and platelet donation appointments, especially before busy spring break and Easter holiday plans ramp up. All who come to give by March 24 will get a $10 e-gift card to a pet supply merchant of choice, plus a chance to win one of five $3,000 gift cards. Visit RedCrossBlood.org/Pets for details. Additionally, those who come to give March 25-April 7 will get an exclusive Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire and Red Cross T-shirt, while supplies last.

PET EASTER BASKETS
The Humane Society of Erie County is making pet Easter baskets. They’ve got different sizes for small or big dogs or your cat, filled with stuff your pet likes. They cost $25 each and are available for pick up only through March 31st. Info at EasetrBasket24.GiveSmart.com or call them at 419/626-6220. Proceeds help care for the animals at the Humane Society.

SMOKE ALARMS TEST
Daylight saving time begins on March 10 and the American Red Cross encourages everyone to test their smoke alarms as they turn their clocks forward to make sure the devices are working. “Working smoke alarms cut the risk of dying in a home fire in half as you only have about two minutes to get out,” said Mike Parks, Regional CEO, American Red Cross of Northern Ohio. “Every second counts when there’s a home fire and the sooner an alarm alerts you to a fire, the sooner you can get to a safer place. When you turn your clocks forward this weekend, test your smoke alarms too to help prevent a tragedy in your home.” In the month of February alone, local Red Cross volunteers responded to help more than 270 people in the Northern Ohio Region affected by more than 80 home fires, which account for most of the about 65,000 disasters that the Red Cross responds to annually across the country.

SMOKE ALARMS When turning your clocks forward this weekend, test your smoke alarms and replace the batteries if needed. Visit redcross.org/fire for more information, including an escape plan to create and practice with your family, or download the free Red Cross Emergency app by searching “American Red Cross” in app stores.

Install smoke alarms on every level of your home, including inside and outside bedrooms and sleeping areas.
Replace smoke alarms that are 10 years or older. Components such as sensors can become less sensitive over time. Follow your alarm’s manufacturer instructions.
Practice your two-minute home fire escape plan. Make sure everyone in your household can get out in less than two minutes — the amount of time you may have to escape a burning home before it’s too late.
Include at least two ways to get out of every room and select a meeting spot at a safe distance away from your home, such as your neighbor’s home or landmark like a specific tree in your front yard, where everyone can meet.

IF YOU NEED HELP If you cannot afford to purchase smoke alarms or are physically unable to install one, the Red Cross may be able to help. Contact your local Red Cross for help.

SOUND THE ALARM Next month, hundreds of volunteers in Northern Ohio will install smoke alarms and share home fire safety information

HOME FIRE CAMPAIGN SAVE LIVES Since October 2014, the Red Cross Home Fire Campaign, working with community partners, has saved at least 2,030 lives by educating families about fire safety, helping them create escape plans and installing free smoke alarms in high-risk areas across the country. To learn more about the campaign and how you can get involved, visit redcross.org/homefires.

NORWALK PUBLIC LIBRARY
Norwalk Public Library presents StoryTime on March 7th, March 14th, March 21st, and March 28th from 10:00 am to 10:30 am for ages 0-5. Encourage a love of reading and learning as we introduce your little one to books, rhymes, and songs.

COLORECTAL CANCER SCREENING KITS
Colorectal cancer is a leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States. Early detection and getting screened is vital because screenings can find precancerous polyps – abnormal growths in the colon or rectum – that can be removed before they turn into cancer. Getting screened early helps find colorectal cancer at an early stage when treatment works best. March 1 – March 31, KCH is offering free colorectal cancer screening kits. These take-home stool-based kits are available at the front entrance of the main hospital and the entrance to the Center for Cancer Care in the Knox Medical Pavilion on the ground floor from 8 am – 4:30 pm. Kits come complete with instructions and must be returned to the KCH main hospital front desk (1330 Coshocton Ave.) by April 12. Getting preventive screenings, including these test kits, may help detect risk factors for cancer. Anyone who receives an abnormal result from the stool-based test or has a family history of colorectal cancer is recommended to have a colonoscopy. For more information: https://www.kch.org/articles/colorectal-cancer-screening

SANDUSKY LIBRARY
The Sandusky Library presents She Can Be Anything Scavenger Hunt from March 1st-March 30th in the Children’s Department. Barbie and her many professions are the focus of this scavenger hunt. Search the entire Library to find out just how many different jobs Barbie has had over the years, the clothes that made her famous, and more!

BERLIN PUBLIC LIBRARY
Berlin Public Library presents Twist & Shout [ CHILDREN ] on Mondays March 4, 11, 18, and 25 from 10:30-11AM. Dance, sing, and play instruments with your friends at the library! This program is intended for children under 5 and their caregivers.

BERLIN PUBLIC LIBRARY
Berlin Public Library presents Mellow Monday [ TEEN ] on Mondays March 4, 11, 18, and 25 from 3-3:30PM. Mondays can be tough – especially in middle school! Join us Mondays, after school, at the Berlin Heights library for an hour of relaxing crafts, immersive gaming, and hanging out. For ages 8-14.

MILAN PUBLIC LIBRARY
Milan Public Library presents Stay & Play [ CHILDREN ] on Tuesdays March 5, 12, 19, and 26 from 10-10:45AM. In this program, we use music along with large- and small-motor movement to engage in a fun atmosphere that encourages care givers and children to foster early learning through play. This program will start with 10 to 15 minutes of songs, rhymes, and structured activities and then parents and caregivers are invited to stay and play. Ages 1-4.

ERIE COUNTY BOARD OF ELECTIONS
The Erie County Board of Elections absentee/in-person early voting for the March 19, 2024, Presidential Primary Election days and hours for the week of March 4th are Monday, March 4th – Friday, March 8th from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. and Saturday, March 9th from 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Deadline to submit absentee ballot applications is March 12th by 8:30pm in the board’s office. When mailing ballots back to the Board of Elections, please take them into the post office to ensure that the ballots are postmarked. Please call the Erie County Board of Elections office at 419-627-7601 for additional information or questions. Erie County Board of Elections drive up drop box is located on the east side of the Erie County Water Department building at 2900 Columbus Ave. The box is available 24/7 and is also under surveillance 24/7. Voter registration forms, absentee ballot applications, absentee ballots and other business related to our office may be deposited in the box.

CHRISTIAN SINGLES FELLOWSHIP
The Christian Singles Fellowship presents a Possible Sledding event if there’s snow on a Saturday in March. Contact Karson for details at 419-433-0085.

MILAN PUBLIC LIBRARY
Milan Public Library presents Preschool Story Time [ CHILDREN ] on Fridays March 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29 from 10:30-11am. Listen to stories, sing, dance and make a craft. Children ages 2-5.

HURON PUBLIC LIBRARY
Huron Public Library presents Art in the Gallery during the month of March. The Library’s art gallery will feature the photography of Kevin Lee of Kevin Lee Visuals.

BOARD OF ELECTIONS
Next week the Board of Elections will end the voter registration period, and begin the Early Voting period for the March 19, Primary Election. The deadline to register to vote in the upcoming election, or to update a registration with a new address or name is Tuesday, February 20, 2024. First time voters, or voters who have moved or changed their name since their last time voting, must file a voter registration form with the Board of Elections no later than 9:00 PM Tuesday. Voter registration forms can be found at the following locations:

The Board of Elections, 2900 Columbus Avenue, Sandusky
The Erie County Treasurer’s Office, 247 Columbus Avenue, Sandusky
Job & Family Services, 221 West Parish Street, Sandusky
Sandusky License Bureau, 1050 Cleveland Road, Sandusky
Your Local Library, or
Online at www.voteohio.gov

Voters who need to register or update their registration, but failing to do so, will be required to vote a provisional ballot in the March Primary. Following the Voter Registration Deadline, the Board Office will be open for Early Voting. Voters can vote early in person at the Board of Elections office during the following times:

Week 1: Weds, Feb 21 – Fri, Feb 23, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Week 2: Mon, Feb 26 – Fri, Mar 1, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Week 3: Mon, Mar 4 – Fri, Mar 8, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Sat, Mar 9, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Week 4: Mon, Mar 11, 7:30 AM – 7:30 PM; Tues, Mar 12, 7:30 AM – 8:30 PM; Weds, Mar 13 – Fri, Mar 15, 7:30 AM – 7:30 PM; Sat, Mar 16 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Sun, Mar 17, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Voters should note that to vote they must present a valid, unexpired form of photo identification, including an Ohio driver’s license, state issued ID card, interim ID form issued by the Ohio BMV, US passport of passport card, US military ID, Ohio National Guard ID, or US Dept of Veterans Affairs ID. For further information, Erie County residents can contact the Board of Elections by calling 419-627-7601 or by visiting their website at https://www.boe.ohio.gov/erie/.

NORWALK PUBLIC LIBRARY
Norwalk Public Library presents a Poetry Contest from March 1st to March 30th. Write a solar eclipse poem and submit it to the library. There are three age groups—kids in grades K-6, teens in grades 7-12, and adults—and poems must fit into one of the following categories: 8 words or less, haiku, and free verse no longer than a single page. Winners will be featured on our StoryWalk at Sofios Park.

NORWALK PUBLIC LIBRARY
Norwalk Public Library presents Eclipse Glasses. Starting March 1st, earn your solar eclipse glasses at the library. Here’s how:
1) Attend a Norwalk Public Library event: Attend any NPL event. They are always free to the public.
2) Do weekly activities: Visit our Children’s Room each week to complete a new themed activity.
3) Write a poem: Write a solar eclipse poem for our poetry contest.
Keep in mind glasses are available while supplies last. Limit 1 per person.

NORWALK PUBLIC LIBRARY
Norwalk Public Library presents Music & Movement on March 1st, March 15th, and March 29th from 10:00 am to 10:30 am for ages 2-5. Develop large motor and listening skills while exercising the body and mind.

HURON CITY SCHOOLS PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION & SCREENING
Huron City Schools will conduct Preschool screening on March 18th and 19th 2024. Any child who will be three years old by August 1, 2024 is eligible to attend preschool. Huron City Schools will conduct Kindergarten screening on May 28 & 29, 2024. Any child who will be five years old by August 1, 2024 is eligible to attend kindergarten. Parents are asked to go online to the Huron City Schools website, beginning Wednesday, February 21, 2024 and use the link to reserve a day and time for their child’s screening. Screening will take place at Woodlands Elementary School, 1810 Maple Ave, Huron. Kindergarten parents are required to accompany their child to the screening, and must bring their child’s original birth certificate, immunization records, a current electric bill along with one additional proof of residency, and custody papers (if applicable) with them to screening. These items are needed to complete the registration. Preschool parents are required to accompany their child to the screening. After registering online for the screening date & time, Preschool parents then are required to pick up a folder at Woodlands Elementary School. Once the folder is completed, it’s to be returned to Woodlands by Monday, March 11. In addition to the completed folder, parents need to bring the child’s original birth certificate, immunization records, a current electric bill along with one additional proof of residency, custody papers (if applicable), and income verification (W-2, 2023 tax return, current pay stubs) back to Woodlands. These items are needed to complete the registration.

SOLAR ECLIPSE T-SHIRT SALE
The Milan Township Fire Department will be selling 2024 Solar Eclipse t-shirts to raise money for community events like Safety Town, Fire Prevention Week, smoke detector giveaways and more. The t-shirts are a Milan fire shirt showing the birthplace of Thomas Edison and the eclipse. Order shirts through the Milan Fire Department Facebook page and click on the link or call 419-577-3385.

HAYES PRESIDENTIAL, YMCA OF SANDUSKY COUNTY TO HAVE MARCH MEMBERSHIP SWAP
The Hayes Presidential Library & Museums and YMCA of Sandusky County are teaming up to offer their members free admission to each other’s sites throughout March. The two sites are offering a membership swap where members of the YMCA can show their YMCA membership card and visit Hayes Presidential for free, and Hayes Presidential members can do the same at the YMCA. This membership swap gives Hayes Presidential members access to any amenities at the YMCA that do not have an additional fee. This free access includes using exercise equipment, the swimming pool, basketball courts, walking track, babysitting room during hours it is open, fitness classes that do not have an additional fee and more. YMCA members can tour the Hayes Home and museum for free. Hayes Presidential members will need to fill out a waiver at the YMCA, and adults will need to show a photo ID. They will only have to fill out the waiver once. Become a member of Hayes Presidential at https://www.rbhayes.org/main/membership/. Become a member of the YMCA of Sandusky County at https://www.ymcafremont.org/join-the-y-today/.

2024 RUNDUSKY RACE SERIES
The City of Sandusky Recreation Department is proud to announce the winners in the 2023 RUNDUSKY Race Series Grand Prize package. Jess Saffran of Port Clinton and Sandy Bodi of Bay View each won entry to all nine participating races in 2024. The RUNDUSKY Race Series had more than 90 participants who participated in at least four of the nine races and qualified for a free hooded sweatshirt provided by Firelands Health System. More than 52 participants ran five or more of the nine races to qualify for the race package drawing and there were four participants that participated or volunteered at all nine events. The race series resulted in more than 300 registrations to Sandusky races with an average of 40 participants in each race. The average age-per-participant in the series was 45 years old. This year, the City of Sandusky’s Recreation Department and Firelands Health System are partnering with nine race events in the city to promote outdoor recreation for residents and visitors. Participation in the 2024 RUNDUSKY Race Series promotion is free, but participants must register for each race independently. Prices and registration availability depend on each race. Those who participate in four of the nine races will be given a RUNDUSKY Race Series hoodie. Each participant who finishes five, six, seven, eight, or all nine of the races will be entered into a drawing for a race package. The package will include free entry to participating RUNDUSKY races in 2025. The RUNDUSKY 2024 Race Series includes the following events:

Humane Society of Erie County 5k
Bait House Brewery, 223 Meigs St.
9 a.m. Saturday, April 6
Registration: www.runsignup.com/hsec5k
$25 supports the HSEC and includes a race shirt


Running Laps with Lions Walk/Run
Lions Park, 533 Winnebago St.
9 a.m. Sunday, May 5
Registration: www.runsignup.com/lapswithlions
$33 supports Sandusky Lions Club and includes t-shirt and finisher medal

All for Abs 5k Color Dash
Paper District Marina, 611 W. Shoreline Drive
9 a.m. Saturday, June 15
Registration: https://runsignup.com/Race/OH/Sandusky/AllforAbs5k
$35 Supports the Abigail Bastien Scholarship Fund and includes t-shirt and finisher medal


Boy with the Boot 5k
Washington Park at the Boy with the Boot statue
8:30 a.m. Thursday, July 4
Registration: https://runsignup.com/bwtb
$28.00 includes dry-wick t-shirt and finisher medal

IRONMAN 70.3 Ohio
Jackson Street Pier
6:30 a.m. Sunday, July 21
Registration: https://www.ironman.com/im703-ohio-register

Rush to the Crush 5 Miler & Wine Sprint
Firelands Winery, 917 Bardshar Road
Time TBD Sunday, Aug. 18
Registration: COMING SOON

Drea 5k
NexXt Level Fit Academy
9 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 1
Registration: COMING SOON

Save your Pumpkins 5k,
Battery Park
9 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 5
Registration: COMING SOON

The Race before the Game
Cameo Pizza at Central Park
9 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 30
Registration: www.runsignup.com/RBTG
Participation in the promotion is FREE and anyone interested can download a RUNDUSKY entry card at www.cityofsandusky.com/recreation For questions contact Sandusky Recreation 419.627.5833 or jwerling@cityofsandusky.com. Follow www.facebook.com/SanduskyRec and X @SanduskyRec for updates.

ERIE COUNTY BOARD OF ELECTIONS
The Erie County Board of Elections is currently seeking civic-minded individuals to serve as Precinct Election Officials (PEOs), more commonly known as poll workers.

The Need: Erie County will have 34 polling locations open for the March 19th Primary Election, servicing all 62 precincts. To ensure these precincts are fully staffed on election day, the Board of Elections will hire more than 250 bi-partisan PEOs, back-ups and support staff. To maintain the integrity of each polling place, no more than one half of the total number of workers can be affiliated with one major political party or the other.

The Challenge: Many of the PEOs in Erie County are retirees looking to serve their communities. March Primaries offer a unique challenge for our area as there are some PEOs who spend their winters outside of Ohio and will not return until later in the spring.

The Process: The staff of the Board hires PEOs in the months leading up to an election. Each PEO will be assigned a job to perform on election day, and a polling place to work. The staff tries to keep PEOs as close to their home precincts as possible, but some may need to travel depending on the need. PEO training occurs two weeks before the election at the County Service Center, 2900 Columbus Avenue, Sandusky, and some positions have an option for online training. After the election all PEOs will receive a check in the mail as compensation for their time on election day and training.

Who can be a PEO: Any registered voter in Erie County can serve as a PEO. As part of the Secretary of State’s Youth at the Booth program, any 17-year-old student can also serve as a PEO. 17-year-old students should talk to their school counselors and contact our office regarding serving.

How to sign up: Interested individuals can sign up to be PEOs by visiting the board of elections website at https://www.boe.ohio.gov/erie/election-info/election-workers/, by visiting the board of elections during our normal office hours, or by calling the board of elections.

For further information, Erie County residents can contact the Board of Elections by calling 419-627-7601 or by visiting their website at https://www.boe.ohio.gov/erie/.

APPLICATIONS TO VOTE BY MAIL
The period to apply to vote by mail in the March 19th Primary Election is now open. To vote by mail, a voter must properly complete an Absentee Ballot Application, providing the voter’s name, address, date of birth, and one form of identification. The voter must also specify that they would like to receive a ballot for the March 19th Primary, and which ballot they would like to vote: Democratic, Republican, or Issues Only. These applications must be signed and returned to the Board of Elections in person, via mail, or by use of the secure drop box. Voters can access Absentee Ballot Applications on the Erie County Board of Elections website or the Ohio Secretary of State’s website; copies will also be available at locations throughout the county, including the Erie County Treasurer’s office at 247 Columbus Avenue in Downtown Sandusky, the Sandusky Library, the Huron Library, Ritter Library in Vermilion, and the Erie County Board of Elections office. Voters may also request an application be mailed to them by calling the Board of Elections. All Absentee Ballot Applications must be returned to the Erie County Board of Elections no later than Tuesday, March 12, 2024, by 8:30 P.M. For further information, Erie County residents can contact the Board of Elections by calling 419-627-7601 or by visiting their website at https://www.boe.ohio.gov/erie/ .

TOTAL SOLAR ECLIPSE WEEKEND
Destination Seneca County has announced their major events planned for the Total Solar Eclipse Weekend that will take place starting Friday, April 5, 2024. The weekend will consist of a Solar Eclipse of the Heart Bingo contest, Out of the Dark Glow 5K & Fun Run sponsored by Mercy Health – Tiffin Hospital, and Elope at the Eclipse, along with other community activities. Solar Eclipse of the Heart Bingo will begin on Friday, April 5 and will last through Tuesday, April 9. The bingo game will allow community members and visitors to support local businesses listed in the 2024 Seneca County Community Guide. Bingo cards can be found on the www.SenecaCountySolarEclipse.com website and are available to download and print or can be picked up at the Destination Seneca County Welcome Center, located at 96 South Washington Street in downtown Tiffin. Once they have completed their bingo cards, they will submit a picture of their completed card to www.DestinationSenecaCounty.org/EclipseBingo. The Out of the Dark Glow 5K & Fun Run sponsored by Mercy Health – Tiffin Hospital, will take place on Saturday, April 6, at 7:30 PM. Participants will embark on a journey through scenic routes as they run or walk, symbolizing emerging from darkness into the light. As dusk descends, participants will be adorned with vibrant glow accessories, transforming the night into a luminous spectacle. Runners can sign up online at www.5KEclipse.com through March 25 for $30. Check-in will begin the night of the race at 6 PM and will last until 7:15 PM at the Tiffin Community YMCA, 180 Summit Street. Every walker and runner will receive a collectible medal, solar eclipse glasses, a glow stick, and after race snack. All proceeds from the race will support the Tiffin Community YMCA’s backpack food program that supports students in the Tiffin community. The Elope at the Eclipse event will take place at the Frost Kalnow Amphitheater, 155 East Market Street in Tiffin, on Monday, April 8, 2024. This unique event offers couples an opportunity to celebrate their love in a magical setting with the beauty of the Eclipse as a backdrop. Destination Seneca County will provide an unforgettable experience, taking care of essential elements to make the day truly special. Seneca County Common Pleas Court Judge Damon Alt will officiate the wedding, No Eileen will provide live music for the first dance from the support of Downtown Tiffin, and Destination Seneca County will provide the beverages for the first toast, a photographer to capture the day, and a personalized wedding cake. The event is free for couples and guests. Couples must bring a valid marriage license to the event. Couples that are looking to reaffirm their commitment can also register and do not have to bring any documentation. For additional information about Elope at the Eclipse, how to register, and how to obtain a marriage license for the ceremony, visit www.2024Elope.com. For all information pertaining to the 2024 Solar Eclipse in Seneca County, visit www.SenecaCountySolarEclipse.com.

AUXILIARY HEALTHCARE SCHOLARSHIPS
The Knox Community Hospital Auxiliary will be offering academic scholarships to high school seniors and college students interested in pursuing or currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree in a healthcare profession. Applications are available from the guidance offices of Centerburg, Danville, Fredericktown, East Knox, and Mount Vernon high schools and the Knox County Career Center. Additionally, the application is accessible on the Knox Community Hospital website. Each scholarship award will total $1,000 and the number of scholarships available is not yet determined. Eligibility requirements are outlined in the application. All applicants must have been a Knox County resident for at least twelve months. Completed applications can be mailed to Knox Community Hospital, 1330 Coshocton Avenue, Mount Vernon, OH 43050; Attention: Marketing Department. Go to kch.org/auxiliary and volunteers and click on Auxiliary Scholarships for the online application. Deadline is March 25. Anyone with questions may call 740-393-9086.

FREEDOM’S ECHO: SANDUSKY’S UNDERGROUND RAILROAD LEGACY
In the lead up to America’s 250th anniversary, the City of Sandusky announced today it received a Buckeye Impact Grant from the America 250-Ohio Commission for its upcoming project titled, “Freedom’s Echo: Sandusky’s Underground Railroad Legacy.” This project will focus on the city’s role in the Underground Railroad, blending historical preservation and modern technology to offer an immersive experience. It will feature interactive exhibits, enhanced guided walking tours with QR code-accessible audio narratives, and a showcase of historical sites, aiming to preserve and celebrate Sandusky’s contribution to the fight for freedom and equality. The Buckeye Impact Grants offer up to $50,000 for projects with a statewide, regional, or significant local impact. These projects may include significant exhibitions, regional commemorative activities, substantial digital and documentary media projects and signature public events. The City of Sandusky was one of the 23 recipients chosen from the more than 70 statewide applications during the grant program’s fall 2023 funding cycle. The America 250-Ohio Commission grants program will work with Ohio Humanities to distribute $1 million in grants by June 30, 2024, and it is designed to showcase the achievements, struggles, honors, innovations and significance of all people in Ohio since before its founding to the present day. Themes identified for Ohio’s commemoration of America’s 250th anniversary programming include:
● Celebrations and Signature Events: Impacting tourism and economic development
● Ohio Originals: Highlighting points of pride and unity
● Engaging Youth and Lifelong Learners: Education and scholarship
● Inclusive Statewide Engagement: Museums, arts and culture
● Telling Ohio Stories: Highlighting stories of Ohioans past and present

The winter 2024 funding cycle is now open with applications due March 15, 2024. During this round, the America 250-Ohio Commission will award approximately $600,000 in grant funding. The period of performance for winter 2024 recipients will be June 15, 2024 through May 31, 2025. Eligible parties must be non-profits registered within the State of Ohio, educational, and local governmental organizations located in Ohio. Individual artists, authors, or performers must apply through a non-profit fiscal agent/sponsor. For more information on eligibility, project guidance and information on applying for a grant, visit America250-Ohio.org/grants/. To learn more about the America 250-Ohio Commission’s grants program visit America250-Ohio.org/grants/.

FRANKIE & ME EXHIBIT
The Works: Ohio Center for History, Art, & Technology presents Frankie & Me, a new art gallery exhibition opening Saturday, January 20 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Journey through the lens of local photographer Garrett Martin and his 6-year-old daughter Frankie. In a combined gallery show, see a collection of photography shot by both father & daughter. Plus, take a peek at the very first roll of film Garrett ever shot. Frankie & Me is sponsored by Explore Licking County and will be on display at The Works in the Marcia W. Downes Art Gallery January 20 through March 30, 2024. The Gallery is free and open to the public, Tuesday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visit www.attheworks.org for more details.

SANDUSKY LIBRARY
The Sandusky Library presents Writers Unite every Wednesday at 5pm from January 17th-April 24th. Are you a writer in need of a little inspiration or maybe just dedicated time to work on your latest project each week? Writers Unite is a supportive community for peer writers of all levels. Bring your laptop or pen and paper and be ready to create.

SANDUSKY LIBRARY
The Sandusky Library presents All The Feels, their 2024 Winter Reading Program from January 16th-March 16th for all ages on beanstack. Experience all the feels this winter! Stop in to register in person or online at https://sanduskylib.beanstack.com/ Earn fun emoji-themed edges for logging your reading, completing activities, submitting book reviews, and more! Collect each badge and display them on your limited edition emoji bag!

SANDUSKY LIBRARY
The Sandusky Library presents Tween Tuesday on Tuesdays at 3pm. Drop in anytime between 3 and 4 to participate in a game, STEAM-building, food, or craft-themed activity.

OBERLIN’S ARTIST RECITAL SERIES
Subscriptions to the 2023-24 Artist Recital Series are available to the general public beginning July 15, with full-season and Pick 3 packages both offering significant savings over individual ticket prices. Get tickets for all six Artist Recital Series for just $180—a savings of $5 per ticket. Seniors age 55 and older, members of the military, and Oberlin staff and alumni pay just $150, and students pay only $48. Pick 3 packages allow you to select any three concerts on the Artist Recital Series (pending availability) and save $5 off the regular price of each ticket. Single tickets for individual concerts will be on sale. New this season—and only for Oberlin College and Conservatory students with valid OCID—Artist Recital Series single tickets will be free and distributed as long as supplies last on a first come, first served basis. This is made possible through the generosity of Oberlin alumni donors Richard ’62 and Linda ’62 Clark. Subscription packages are available now online. Patrons may reserve tickets by calling 800-371-0178 or visiting at the Eric Baker Nord Performing Arts Annex (67 N. Main Street) from noon to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

COMMUNITY FLU SHOT CLINIC
Starting Friday, September 29th, Knox Public Health will be kicking off this year’s Community Flu Shot Clinics. Flu shots are free with most insurance plans, otherwise the cost of the flu shot is $35 which can be paid by cash or check. More convenient times can be scheduled with the Health Center if unable to attend the currently scheduled clinics. With this schedule, Knox Public Health will be happily serving the community all throughout the county; from Centerburg and Mount Vernon to Martinsburg and Danville. Call 740-392-2200 for any and all questions. For the full Community Flu Shot Clinic schedule, see below.

NATIONAL ALLIANCE ON MENTAL ILLNESS
You are not alone. NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) of Erie county is holding a free family support group. It is designed for family members of someone with mental health conditions. This event will take place every third Thursday of the month at 6pm. It is held at 138 East Market Street in Sandusky, Ohio.

SCHOOL OF NURSING ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS
Firelands Regional Medical Center School of Nursing is accepting applications. The enrollment process for Firelands Regional Medical Center School of Nursing is now open for the 2024-2025 school year. The school offers students the opportunity to pursue a registered nurse (RN) diploma or transition from a licensed practical nurse (LPN) to an RN. Students will also earn college credit through a partnership with Bowling Green State University (BGSU) Firelands College. Graduates can join the workforce in as little as two to three years, compared to a four-year degree, and can seamlessly transition to a bachelor-prepared nurse after one year of RN to BSN coursework with our partners at BGSU. Apply at firelands.com/schoolofnursing. Contact the school with questions or inquiries by calling 419-557-7110 or emailing schoolofnursing@firelands.com.

WOMEN’S CANCER SUPPORT GROUP
Knox Community Hospital is proud to begin offering a Women’s Cancer Support Group to women of Knox and surrounding counties. The Center for Cancer Care at KCH is hosting this new support group on the second Wednesday of each month, starting July 12th, from 3:00 to 4:00 pm in the Wright Family Medical Pavilion, 2nd-floor meeting room. There is no cost to attend. A support group is a gathering of people facing common issues to share what is troubling them. Through the sharing of experiences, they are able to offer support, encouragement, and comfort to the other group members and receive the same in return. Meeting topics could include managing life challenges, stressors, financial concerns, what to expect during their cancer treatment, and more. It is encouraged that topic ideas are brought to the first meeting on July 12th. Join KCH for their kick-off of the Women’s Cancer Support Group! RSVP by calling 740.393.5551 or sign up online.

HURON COUNTY HUMANE SOCIETY
The Huron County Humane Society will host Bingo the first Wednesday of each month at the Norwalk Eagles 711 Hall on 151 Cline Street in Norwalk. Doors open at 4:30pm, Early Bird begins at 5:30pm, and Regular Bingo happens at 6pm. Please wear a mask if you are not vaccinated. This event is open to the public, but you must be at least 18 years old. Stop by for your chance to win cash prizes!

 

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