This free, 9-week training plan will help participants prepare for their first 5K run/walk, or get them back into a healthy routine.  Meetings will take place at predetermined locations twice a week on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6-7pm.  It will run from Sept. 26th through Nov. 21st.   Incentives will be provided and will depend on participation rates and completion of the 7th Annual Turkey Trot on Thursday, Nov. 23rd at Perkins High School.  For more information, contact Niki Cross at 419-663-6775, ext. 1026 or email at ncross@norwalkoh.com

The Farmers Markets will be the 3rd Thursdays of the month, July 20, August 17,  September 21 and October 19.   Starting at 10am – Noon or until supplies are exhausted.  Households must be income eligible and will be served first-come, first-served. Recipients must bring picture ID.
The Markets will be held in the parking lot of The Salvation Army, 55 Whittlesey Ave, Norwalk.  Only street parking is available.  For more information call 419-668-4090.

The 3rd Wednesday of each month April through September the AMVETS will host a car show. Located at 1517 State Rte. 60 Vermillion, Ohio from 5:30 – 8pm.  There will also be 50/50 drawings, door prizes, food and $1 draft beers.  1st beer or pop are FREE.

For more information contact Tom Miller at 216-347-0117 or tmiller67@yahoo.com

A lottery drawing will be for adults only for a deer gun hunt during a portion of the statewide deer gun season November 27th through December 1st 2017.  The hunt will take place in sections of Edison Woods MetroPark in Berlin Hts, OH  from 1/2 hour before sunrise to noon.

Interested adult (18+) hunters may apply by mailing a pieces of paper to:
ATTN:  Tara Nagaich  Erie Metro Parks  3910 Perkins Ave  Huron, OH 44839

Please include a $5 application fee of either cash or check made out to Erie MetroParks.  Applicants need to clearly print their name, address, phone, birth date and whether you are mobility impaired or not on a piece of paper with “Edison Woods Controlled Deer Hunt”  labeled at the top.  The letter must be postmarked by October 6th 2017.  Check our the website at http://www.eriemetroparks.org/program/controlled-deer-hunt/

For more information call Tara Nagaich at Erie MetroParks 419-625-7783 ext 236 OR email her at tnagaich@eriemetroparks.org

Located on the corner of Hancock and East Market.  Local goods for over 20 years

The Norwalk Arts Council situated in Norwalk’s Historic District brings you art by leading the Imagine Norwalk this year.  Eight dates are planned to showcase the arts in Norwalk’s Historic Business District.  This year’s Imagine Norwalk will present a variation of the arts such as live music, painting, sculpting, dancing, foods and shopping.  Shop local and support the Norwalk Historic District while socializing with a neighbor, an old friend or fellow community member.  Come and help bring the song of our community alive.

If you would like to participate in Imagine Norwalk, contact the Norwalk Art Council by email norwalkaac@gmail.com  or call 419-921-6790.

Imagine Norwalk Dates:  July- 7th & 21st   August- 4th & 18th   September- 15th   October- 27th

Try something new this month. Pickleball court time at the Ernsthausen Recreation Center.  Cost is FREE for members and $30 for a 10 visit punch card for all others.   Join in on the fun sport that combines many elements of tennis, badminton and ping-pong.  This paddle sport is for all ages and skill levels.  The rules are simple and the game is easy for beginners to learn.

Tuesdays-

 Milan  10:30 – 11:00am  Twist & Shout–  Swing by Milan Library and groove at our interactive dance party for little ones and their caretakers.

Berlin Hts.  3 – 4pm Teen Trivia-  Teens ages 11-18 are welcome at Berlin for a battle of wits.  Test your knowledge of book, film, music, and other pop culture related trivia.

STORYTIME 10:30 – 11:30am       Thursdays at  Berlin Heights Library   &    Fridays at Milan Public Library      Join us for stories, songs crafts and SMART Board activities.

Friday  5pm – 11pm            Saturday  11am – 11pm       Sunday  11am – 3pm

There will be something for everyone.  For more information and a schedule of events go to http://www.historicportclinton.com/

The Huron Garden Club will tour Cedar Point Gardens.  The club will meet for lunch at Quaker Steak and Lube (at Cedar Point causeway entrance) at 11AM, then go to Cedar Point parking lot and meet up with those who just want to do the tour at 1PM

Those wishing to tour only, meet up at the dinosaur in the parking lot at 1PM.   Please call Janet to make reservation 614-285-2158.

22nd Spaghetti Dinner 5-7pm 
Cost for Adults is $10 and Children $5
Dinner will include Spaghetti, Salad, Dessert and Beverage.  There will also be a Bake Sale, to help raise money for a new roof.

23rd Car Show & Bake Sale    12 – 4pm 

24th All You Can Eat Pancake Breakfast 8am – Noon
Cost for this event is Adults  $6  Children $3

Support heart health in our community by competing in a 5K Run or non-competitive two mile Walk.  Both are at the exciting Summit Motorsports Park.  The Fisher-Titus RACE & WALK for Healthy Hearts raises awareness and funds to improve the cardiovascular health of our community through education and programs for heart and stroke patients. All proceeds stay local to support our community.

For more information on this event visit http://www.fishertitus.org

Carpool meet at Karson’s Home on Berlin Rd Huron. Dinner at the Pitt 39090 Liberty Ave Vermilion.  Bring the kids too.

Entry Form Deadline is 9/11/2017 with full payment $160 per team includes cart and meal

• In Honor/Memory $50  Signage at Registration
• Hole Sponsor  $100  Signage on designated Hole and recognition in the golf program
• Birdie Sponsor $300 Includes one team admission and Signage on their cart & Program
• Eagle Sponsor  $500  Includes two team entries, Signage on the carts, recognition in the golf program and Signage on a designated hole
• Ace Sponsor   $1000  Includes three team entries, Signage on the carts, recognition in the golf program and Signage on a designated hole and signage on the Beverage Cart.

HCAVC provides assistance for local Veterans.  Our objective is to represent the affiliated veteran’s organizations by coordinating and harmonizing their activities in the promotion of the interests of all veterans and families of the community.

Any Questions Call Mindy at 419-677-3385

Expectant parents can prepare for the birth and care of their newborns during this informative childbirth education class at Fisher-Titus Medical Center.  The class covers topics such as: signs and stages of labor, breastfeeding vs bottle feeding, car seat safety and basic newborn care.

Pre-payment and registration are required.  For more information or to register call 419-660-2646

Everyone welcome to enjoy a free meal. Handicap accessible.  The meal will be served at St. Paul Lutheran Church at the corner of Mills & Perkins Ave., Sandusky

Further info call church office 419-625-6800

Open to all ages

Lessons are starting and will take place at Pleasant Elementary in Norwalk on Tuesday evenings from 7 – 9pm.  The Sept. 26th and Oct. 3rd Classes are FREE

Good times, fun, make new friends, all ages and individuals welcome.

For more information call: 419-681-4394

All families are welcome

Taking place at Indian Trails Campgrounds in New London, OH

For more information go to http://www.jubileegofestival.com

Fisher-Titus Medical Center will host an American Red Cross Blood Drive from Noon – 5pm in the hospital auditorium, 272 Benedict Ave, Norwalk.   In an effort to help get donors through the process of giving blood faster, appointments can be made by going to http://www.redcrossblood.org Donors are required to bring a list of medications they are currently taking and an ID

Tickets $10   Beer Tent and Food Vendors

2 – 3:30pm   USA Country
3:30 – 4pm   Ava Rowland
4 – 5:30pm   Matt Goodrich
5:30  – 6pm  Ava Rowland
6  –  8pm      The DeVault Ridge Band
8 – 10pm       Monica Robins and the Ninja Cowboys

The FREE community breakfast will be served in the lower level of the church. (Enter from the rear elevator entrance or the Boys & Girls Club door)  All are welcome!

The event will be held at Fraternal Order of Eagles #2869  29 W. First Street New London,OH

Registration starts at 1:00pm

Chicken Dinner Served from 6 – 8pm

Band- Low Rider 8:30pm

Cash Prize for best and worst hand.    50/50    Door Prizes    Raffles

Ethan was paralyzed from the neck down when a tree fell on his vehicle while driving from New London to Akron in May of 2017.   All proceeds will go to help pay for medical expenses

Meet at Karson’s House on Berlin Rd Huron.  Corn & BBQ Chicken provided.  Bring a salad/dessert and pop to share.  Bring the kids too for a night of physical & spiritual exercise. Need a bike?  Contact Karson at 419-433-0085

OCTOBER

Walk it out with a naturalist.  Hoffman Forest MetroPark is beautiful this time of year.  Enjoy the colors of autumn and learn something new from the Naturalist.
Hoffman Forest MetroPark is located at 5159 Huff Rd. Berlin Heights

Lessons are starting and will take place at Pleasant Elementary in Norwalk on Tuesday evenings from 7 – 9pm.  The Sept. 26th and Oct. 3rd Classes are FREE

Good times, fun, make new friends, all ages and individuals welcome.

For more information call: 419-681-4394

10:30 – 11:30am  MetroPark Hikers

Celebrate autumn with a walk at Hoffman Forest MetroPark, 5159 Huff Rd, Berlin Heights

5 – 7pm Afternoon Paddle on East Sandusky Bay

Come and explore the Bay with Bill our Kayak instructor.  No flip flops please. Ages 12+.  Register required.  Limit 12.  Those with their own paddle craft welcome.  East Sandusky Bay MetroPark, Eagle Point, 3819 Cleveland Rd. Sandusky, OH.  Meet at the canoe launch.

Meet up to experience the Huron River under the light of the full moon with Bill our kayak instructor.  No flip flops please.  Ages 12+  Registration required Limit 12.  Those with their own paddle craft are welcome to attend.  The Coupling MetroPark 11618 SR 13, Milan.

Harvest Happenings 11am – 5pm

Don’t miss the best family festival in Erie County.  Two days of fun-packed activities for everyone.  Firelands Pioneer Power Assn. Tractor & Engine Display, children’s pedal -pull, Back to the Wild display,  Pony Rides with Ohio Horseman’s Council of Erie County, Dr. Insecta and a spider stroll, live music, food, vendors, Sandusky Children’s Museum activities, MetroParks Nature tent, hay rides and much, much more.
Taking place at Osborn MetroPark 3910 Perkins Ave., Huron

Train Rides 1-5pm

Erie Metro Live Steamers will have miniature steam-powered engines available to pull passengers through the park.  Fun for all.  All rides are weather dependent.  East Sandusky Bay MetroPark, Eagle Point,  3819 Cleveland, Sandusky.

Do you know the difference between a red maple and a sugar maple?  Is that a beech or a birch? What is eating that oak or lunching on that locust? Which trees are native to this area and which are introduced?
If you’re curious, join Huron County Master Gardener Volunteer Charlene Margetiak for a tree ID walk and talk, at the Huron County Land Lab 582 S. Norwalk Rd,  Norwalk, OH.  The walk will take place rain or shine.  If there is thunder and lightning,  stay home.

Taking place at Huron County Fair Grounds.  There will also be a swap meet that day.

Members of the Erie County fire department will once again gather together to commemorate the opening of Fire Prevention Week, by participation in a parade of fire and other emergency apparatus.   The parade will form at Erie County Service Center with the procession heading north along Columbus Avenue and endng at the Erie County Firefighter’s Memorial on the east lawn of the Erie County Courthouse.

A short ceremony will take place at the Memorial in remembrance of the 13 Fallen Erie County Firefighters who lost their life in the line of duty last year.

10:30-11:30am  MetroPark Hikers

Go on a guided walk with Bill.  We will explore the trails of Edison Woods and walk through thte beautiful autumn colors.  Edison Woods MetroPark 10186 Rt. 61, Berlin Heights.

5-7pm Kayak Fishing

Join Bill our Kayak instructor for a fishing excursion on the Huron River by kayak. Bring your favorite pole and bait (minimal gear is best)  no flip flops please.  A fishing license is required.  Ages 12+  Registration is required. Limit 12.  Those with their own paddle craft are welcome to attend.  The Coupling MetroPark 11618 SR 13, Milan.

6-7pm  Just About Horses and Donkeys

Increase your horse/donkey knowledge and get hands on experience with them.  Learn about health, safety, grooming and more.  Participants will get to interact with and brush a horse.  Ages 8+ (Adults too) PreRegistration required by Oct 10.  Limit 8. Please wear closed toed shoes.  The Barnyard, 3819 Perkins Ave, Huron.

Let’s go on an adventure with Miss Melissa. We will read a story as we make our way along a nature trail.  We will stop and discover any animal or plants we see along the way. Ages 0-6 with an accompanying adult. Registration required. Limit 10 Castalia Quarry metroPark, 8404 SR 101 Castalia.

9-11 Archery Club-  This program is for those who have finished our archery basics program.  Ages 7+ Registration required Limit 10 (On the Deck)

1-3pm Archery Basics-  Learn how to shoot a bow and arrow with Bill.  This is a program for all levels of archery experience.  Ages 7+.  Registration is required Limit 10 (On the Deck)

5-8pm Kids Night Out-  Drop the kids off with Cheryl and Melissa for a Halloween party.   We will do some experiments, make a craft, play games and have fun.  Dinner will be provided.  Costumes are welcome.  Ages 4-12.  Registration required. (In the Erie Room)

10:30-11:30am  Park P.A.L.S- Quack Attack 

Let’s learn about ducks. How do their feet stay warm in cold water?  How fast can they fly?  What do they eat? Join Miss Melissa and read a story, make a craft, and go for a walk.  Ages 3-6 with an accompanying adult.  Registration required. Limit 15 Osborn MetroPark, Frost Center, Erie Room, 3910 Perkins Ave, Huron.

5-6pm Walk It Out

Why do the leaves change color in the fall?  Walk it out with naturalist, Chery, to find out.
Osborn MetroPark, Frost Center deck, 3910 Perkins Ave, Huron.

Debbie Burrow, Pilates instructor, will lead you through a workout to help emphasize proper postural alignment, core strength and muscle balance. Please bring a yoga mat.At Osborn MetroPark, Frost Center, Erie Room 3910 Perkins Ave. Huron, OH

10:30-11:30am MetroPark Hikers

Join us on a guided hike through Osborn Park.  Enjoy the fall colors and the crisp autumn air during this walk. Osborn MetroPark, Frost Center Deck 3910 Perkins Ave, Huron

4-5pm  Wild Things- Eastern Fox Snakes

Let’s learn about snakes during this month’s Wild Things.  We will learn facts and crack myths that give snakes a bad name.  We will also meet the MetroParks education Eastern Fox Snake.  Ages 6-12 Registration Required. Limit 15 with accompanying adult. Osborn MetroPark, Frost Center, Erie Room 3910 Perkins Ave, Huron

Don’t know what to do with an old picture frame? Doll it up by giving it a fresh coat of paint, add chicken wire, then pin all of your favorite pictures and hang it on your wall. We will also make a fall banner to add a nice touch.  Bring your own picture frame if you wish, otherwise all supplies included. Ages 16+.  Registration required Limit 15. Osborn MetroPark, Frost Center, Erie room, 3910 Perkins Ave, Huron

10am – 12pm  Morning Kaya Float On The East Sandusky Bay 

Check out the fall colors along the Bay with Bill our kayak instructor. No flip flops please.  Ages 12+    Registration required. Limit 12  Those with their own paddle craft welcome.
East Sandusky Bay MetroPark, Eagle Point, 3819 Cleveland Rd, Sandusky

6-8pm Halloween Archery Shoot

Dress as your favorite archer from history or fiction and enjoy an afternoon of shooting archery.  This serves as a program for novices or as a refresher course.  Ages 7+ Registration required.  Limit 10 Osborn MetroPark, Frost Center Deck, 3910 Perkins Ave, Huron

Pumpkin Palooza 5-7pm

Enjoy pumpkin decorating, pumpkin bowling, Halloween coloring murals, costume contest, caramel apples and much more.  All activities are FREE and No Registration Required.

Costume contest begins at 5:30pm for all ages in Milan Museum Courtyard

Just a bunch of Hocus Pocus 7pm

At Dusk (close to 7pm)  Hocus Pocus will be showing in the courtyard right after Pumpkin Palooza.  Enjoy extra goodies and seasonal treats.   Admission is FREE

Live music from 1-5pm          Raffles     50/50’s

Dinners Available- German Cuisine- Homemade Pierogies, Bratwurst and more
The event will take place the AMVETS Post #17 307 Putnam Street Sandusky, OH 44870

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC