Calendar of Events
By Catharine Hadley, Arts and Entertainment Editor, catharinehadley@gmail.com
The theme of this column is "trying new things." I'm happy to be starting this new project of writing the entertainment column for Leisure Living Magazine! I've done all I could to make the entertainment listing complete and varied, so there should be something for everyone. Although I've done my best to make sure all the information is accurate, please go online or call ahead to confirm your plans.
Any suggestions and details of your upcoming events can be sent to me at catharinehadley@gmail.com.
Oh, my goodness, am I ready for spring!
Support the Humane Society
of Ottawa County
Make plans to support the Humane Society of Ottawa County by attending the Spaghetti & Meatball Fundraiser on March 22 at Ciao Bella in Port Clinton. A silent auction will also be held to support the animals.
Erie MetroParks
The ErieMetroParks system provides plenty of ways to learn about and celebrate our area's beauty. Several educational hikes are scheduled: Woodcock Walk, March 18 and March 27, at Wyandot MetroPark; Search for Spring Hike, March 20, at Hoffman Forest MetroPark; the Curious Naturalist guided walk, March 25, at Eagle Point; and the Think Spring Wetland Walk, April 8, at Eagle Point.
Earth Day Extravaganza
Families can enjoy the annual Earth Day Extravaganza scheduled for April 25. The event is free and includes crafts, animals, information booths, retail vendors, food trucks, and an exhibit of the Ohio Wildlife Youth Art Show.
The park system also helps experienced and novice birders prepare for the spring migration through the "Wings Over Lake Erie" information series. A limited number of binoculars are available to borrow on a first-come, first-served basis. Check the website for information and registration. Remember, the Biggest Week in American Birding is in May.
Save the Date - Firelands Symphony Orchestra Fundraiser
Also in May, the Firelands Symphony Orchestra fundraiser, called "A Star Spangled Evening," is scheduled for the 14th. The event is always a hit, so you might want to purchase tickets early.
To submit an event, email it to catharinehadley@gmail.com by April 9.
March
Through March 29 - "Ann Hamilton: still and moving - the tactile image" exhibit, Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland
Through March 29 - "Water for Elephants" presented as part of the Broadway series, Playhouse Square, Cleveland
Through April 7 - "Cousins (Family-Related)" exhibit of art by Brook Blackman, Alisa Workman, Jeff and Theresa Heaton, and Jeannette and Delores Oleksa, presented by the Greater Port Clinton Area Arts Council at The Arts Garage, Port Clinton
19-21 - NCAA D1 men's wrestling championships, Rocket Arena, Cleveland
20 - Bad Juju, Lorain Palace Theatre
20 - "Sounds of Italy" presented by the Toledo Symphony Orchestra, Peristyle at Toledo Museum of Art
20-22 - Cleveland Home and Remodeling Expo, I-X Center, Cleveland
21 - "Tristan und Isolde" opera performance of The Met: Live in HD series, Cinemark movie theater, Sandusky
21 - Spring Fever Garden Symposium, Schedel Arboretum and Gardens, Elmore
21 - Murder Mystery Dinner, Saying "I Do" to Murder, benefiting the Erie County CASA Program, Ten Fifty Eight Event Center, Sandusky
21 - Rumours, Lorain Palace Theatre, Lorain
21-22 - Wildlife Drive, Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge, Oak Harbor
21-22 - Annual Fremont Toy Show, Sandusky County Fairgrounds, Fremont
21-July 5 - "Cursed! The Power of Magic in the Ancient World" exhibit, Toledo Museum of Art
22 - Spaghetti & Meatball Fundraiser benefiting the Humane Society of Ottawa County, Ciao Bella, Port Clinton
25 - Art Inspired Life/Dinner presented by the Greater Port Clinton Area Arts Council, Catawba Island Club, Catawba Island
27 - Celtic Angels Ireland, Lorain Palace Theatre
27-28 - Toledo Walleye Rock the Rink weekend, Huntington Center, Toledo
27 - June 30, 2027 - Welcome to the World's Fair: 1776" special exhibit, Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Library and Museums, Fremont
28 - March Madness Darts Tournament benefiting the Humane Society of Erie County, Clubhouse No.3 SportSocial, Sandusky
28 - "The Great American Songbook" featuring Aubrey Logan, presented by Toledo Jazz Orchestra, Valentine Theater, Toledo
29 - Gene Waldron, double bass with accompaniment, presented by the Musical Arts Series, Firelands Presbyterian Church, Port Clinton
29-July 5 - "Manet & Morisot" exhibit, Cleveland Museum of Art
April
1-30 - Community Art Show, Ritter Public Library, Vermilion
3 - Cleveland Guardians home opener
3 - Daniel Tosh: My First Farewell Tour, Stranahan Theater, Toledo
3 - Hollywood Mafia, Lorain Palace Theatre
4 - Monthly Sampling Saturday, Vine & Olive, Sandusky
4 - 5K Run, Walk Brew, Rescue, benefiting the Humane Society of Erie County, Bait House Brewery, Sandusky
4 - Hayes Easter Egg Roll 2026, Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Library and Museums, Fremont
4 - The Blue House Farm Market, Sandusky
4 - Spring Vendor Market and Bunny Visit presented by Downtown Fremont, Fremont
4 - Breakfast with the Bunny, Toledo Zoo & Aquarium
6 - "The Music Man," Valentine Theatre, Toledo
7-12 - Toledo Mud Hens opening week, Fifth Third Field, Toledo
7-12 - "The Great Gatsby, A New Musical," Stranahan Theatre, Toledo
9 - May 4 - "Rooted - An Artist's View of Trees" exhibit of art by Debra Sue Solecki and others, presented by the Greater Port Clinton Area Arts Council, The Arts Garage, Port Clinton (opening reception is April 10)
10 - Drifters, Coasters, and Platters tribute performances, Lorain Palace Theatre
11 - "Charlie Chaplin Cinema Concert", Sawmill Creek Convention Center, Huron
11 - Maritime Lecture Series: J.M. Westcott by Jim Cameron, Maritime Museum of Sandusky
11 - Country artist Ricochet, Lorain Palace Theatre
11 - Designer Purse Bingo benefiting What if; Hope, American Legion Post 83, Sandusky
11 - Chicken Dinner benefiting Wreaths Across America, Port Clinton Elks Lodge #1718, Port Clinton
11 - Heroes for Hope 5K Run & Walk benefiting the Ottawa County Family Advocacy Center, Lake Erie Business Park, Port Clinton
11-12 - Flea Market, Sandusky County Fairgrounds, Fremont
12 - Movies and More family concert presented by the Firelands Symphony Orchestra, Ernsthausen Performing Arts Center, Norwalk
12 - Spring Oddities Event, Rhodes Marketplace, Sandusky
12-Aug. 9 - "Martin Muryear: Nexus" exhibit, Cleveland Museum of Art
13-May 3 - Orchid show, Toledo Zoo & Aquarium, Toledo
15 - The Glenn Miller Orchestra, Valentine Theatre, Toledo
15 - Alzheimer's Association Caregiver Support Group, Erie County Senior Center, Sandusky
15-17 - Book sale organized by Friends of the Library, Birchard Public Library, Fremont (the sale is only open to Friends of the Library on Wednesday evening)
16 - Beer and Wine and More Tasting with Toledo Spirits, Schedel Arboretum and Gardens, Elmore
16-19 - Holy Toledo Polka Days, Holiday Inn, Perrysburg
17 - Wine tasting, Toledo Zoo & Aquarium, Toledo
17 - Led Zeppelin tribute, Lorain Palace Theatre
17 - Organ Spectacular presented by the Toledo Symphony Orchestra, Rosary Cathedral
18 - April's Fool Comedy Night with stand-up comedian Brent Terhune, benefiting the Huron County Humane Society, Norwalk Eagles Club
18 - Fremont Pigeon Club show and shop, Sandusky County Fairgrounds, Fremont18 - Sheena Easton, Lorain Palace Theatre
18 - "April in Paris" with Emilie-Claire Barlow presented by Toledo Symphony Orchestra, Peristyle at Toledo Museum of Art
18-19 - Halfway to Halloween celebration, Put-in-Bay
19 - Cleveland Institute of Music Trio of Trios, presented by the Musical Arts Series, Firelands Presbyterian Church, Port Clinton
19 - "Anything Can Happen" presented by the Firelands Symphony Orchestra Chorale, Ernsthausen Performing Arts Center, Norwalk
19 - Spring Fever Motorcycle Swap Meet, Sandusky County Fairgrounds, Fremont
19 - Edwardian Tea at the Gardens, Schedel Arboretum and Gardens, Elmore
19-Aug. 16 - Epic of the Northwest Himalayas: Pahari Paintings from the "'Shangri' Ramayana", Cleveland Museum of Art
21 - Real Estate Basics for Seniors: Preparing for the Future, Sandusky Public Library, Sandusky
21 - Alice's Attic with Alice Cooper, Stranahan Theater, Toledo
22 - Jeff Dunham, Huntington Center, Toledo
23 - Wings over Lake Erie birding seminar, Wyandot MetroPark, Huron
24-26 and May 1-3 - "Over the River and Through the Woods" presented by the Harlequins Coach House Theatre, Sandusky
25 - Annual Chocolate and Wine Walk, presented by Vermilion Chamber of Commerce, downtown Vermilion
25 - Ballroom Bliss Spring Social and Dinner at Castalia Farms, Castalia
25 - National Astronomy Day at the Sandusky Library
24-26 - "Coppelia" performed by Toledo Ballet, Valentine Theater, Toledo
27 - Wings over Lake Erie birding seminar, James McBride Arboretum, Huron
25-26 - Wildlife Drive, Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge, Oak Harbor
28 - Flamenco Vivo, Valentine Theater, Toledo
28-May 17 - "The Outsiders," Playhouse Square, Cleveland
30 - The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight, Stranahan Theater, Toledo
May
1 - Beethoven's Fourth featuring pianist Olga Kern, Peristyle at Toledo Museum of Art
1 - Jet Express Opening Day, Port Clinton to Put-in-Bay
1-2 - Spring Fling annual kickoff party, Put-in-Bay
1-3 - "Cinderella" presented by North Pointe Ballet, Lorain Palace Theatre, Lorain
1-3 and 8-9 - "Fiddler on the Roof" presented by the Bellevue Society for the Arts, Bellevue
1-25 - Wildlife Drive, Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge, Oak Harbor
2 - "Eugene Onegin" opera performance of The Met: Live in HD series, Cinemark movie theater, Sandusky
2 - Spring Vendor Market at the Book Bar, Sandusky
9 - West Sister Island Sunset Birding Cruise, benefiting Friends of Ottawa County National Wildlife Refuge, Port Clinton
updated 03.20.26 CAE
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