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SUMMARY:Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons
DESCRIPTION:Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live\, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Toledo\, OH. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Coldplay and Imagine Dragons at The Summit Toledo under the gentle glow of candlelight. \nGeneral Info\nVenue: The Summit Toledo\nDates and times: select your dates/times directly in the ticket selector\nDuration: 60 minutes. Doors open 30 minutes before the show. No entry once it starts.\nAge requirement: 8 years old or older. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult\nAccessibility: this venue is ADA compliant\nView the FAQs for this event here\nSeating is assigned on a first come first served basis in each zone\nIf you would like to book a private concert or buy regular tickets for a large group (+30 people)\, click here\nCheck out all the Candlelight concerts in Toledo\, OH\nTo treat your friends and family to a Candlelight gift card\, click here \nTentative Program\nColdplay – Clocks\nImagine Dragons – Radioactive\nColdplay – Adventure of a Lifetime\nColdplay – Fix You\nImagine Dragons – Eyes Closed\nImagine Dragons – Thunder\nColdplay – The Scientist\nColdplay – feelslikeimfallinginlove\nImagine Dragons – Follow You\nImagine Dragons – Bad Liar\nColdplay – Viva la Vida\nImagine Dragons – Believer\nColdplay – Sky Full of Stars\nColdplay – My Universe \nPerformers\nListeso String Quartet\nSeating Map
URL:https://explore419.com/event/candlelight-coldplay-imagine-dragons-3/
LOCATION:The Summit\, 23 N. Summit St\, Toledo\, OH\, 43604\, United States
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SUMMARY:Candlelight: A Tribute to Taylor Swift
DESCRIPTION:Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live\, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Toledo\, OH. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Taylor Swift at The Summit Toledo under the gentle glow of candlelight. \nGeneral Info\nVenue: The Summit Toledo\nDates and times: select your dates/times directly in the ticket selector\nDuration: 65 minutes. Doors open 45 minutes before the show and close 5 minutes prior to the start. Late arrivals will not be permitted\nAge requirement: 8 years old or older. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult\nAccessibility: this venue is ADA compliant\nView the FAQs for this event here\nSeating is assigned on a first come first served basis in each zone\nIf you would like to book a private concert or buy regular tickets for a large group (+30 people)\, click here\nCheck out all the Candlelight concerts in Toledo\, OH\nTo treat your friends and family to a Candlelight gift card\, click here \nTentative Program \nLove Story\nRed Medley\nAnti-Hero\nThe Fate of Ophelia\nReputation Medley\nCruel Summer\nFolklore Medley\nShake It Off\nYou Belong With Me\n1989 Medley \nPerformers \nListeso String Quartet
URL:https://explore419.com/event/candlelight-a-tribute-to-taylor-swift-3/
LOCATION:The Summit\, 23 N. Summit St\, Toledo\, OH\, 43604\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260919
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260922
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SUMMARY:Life in Early Ohio
DESCRIPTION:Join the Old Northwest Military History Association and staff of Fort Meigs Historic Site for a weekend focusing on historic trades. In addition to the scheduled programming throughout the weekend\, regular activities will include: Rope Making\, Tomahawk Throwing\, Box Loom Weaving\, Baking\, Gardening\, Blacksmithing\, Tea Gardening\, Harness Making\, Spinning\, and Cooking. \nRe-enactors click here to register. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEVENT HOURS\n\n9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEVENT ADMISSION RATES\n\nAdults: $12.00\nSeniors (60+): $10.00\nStudents: $7.00\nAges 5 & Under: FREE\nOHC members: FREE
URL:https://explore419.com/event/life-in-early-ohio-4/
LOCATION:Fort Meigs\, 29100 W. River Rd.\, Perrysburg\, OH\, 43551\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260919
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260922
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SUMMARY:Glass Harvest
DESCRIPTION:Visit the Toledo Museum of Art to shop and view a beautiful array of hand-blown glass pumpkins during their fifth annual Glass Harvest. Explore the Rita B. Kern Sensory Garden and take your pick from a spectacular collection of over 300 colorful glass pumpkins of all shapes and sizes. Every piece is hand-made by our team of studio artists in the Glass Pavilion at TMA. \nThis event is free to the public.
URL:https://explore419.com/event/glass-harvest-2/
LOCATION:Toledo Museum of Art\, 2445 Monroe St\, Toledo\, OH\, 43537\, United States
CATEGORIES:The Top 9
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SUMMARY:Wellness by the Boat: Yoga
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Yoga with Parting Clouds Yoga on Saturday\, September 19 at 10 am. This class is free thanks to our co-presenting sponsors\, UToledo Health and Dr. Mary R. Smith. \nStart your morning with movement\, mindfulness\, and waterfront views with a relaxing outdoor yoga experience alongside the historic Col. James M. Schoonmaker. Led by experienced instructors from Parting Clouds Yoga\, this all-levels class blends gentle poses and mindful breathing\, offering a peaceful way to connect with your body while enjoying the beauty of the riverfront. \nThe class is suitable for all ages and experience levels. Please bring a yoga mat and water bottle. Extra yoga mats will be available if you don’t have one. \nEvent Details\n\nDate: September 19\nTime: 10 am (please arrive a few minutes early)\nLocation: Cliffs Great Lakes Maritime Park\, National Museum of the Great Lakes\, Toledo\nCost: Free and open to the public\nIf you have a yoga mat\, please bring it with you to class. If you do not\, a limited number of mats will be available for you to borrow!\nDue to the class location being outdoors\, class may be cancelled at the last minute due to inclement weather\, at the discretion of the instructor. Please check the weather forecast.\nIf weather cancellations do occur\, please register for a future Wellness by the Boat class – scheduled twice a month from May – September! Visit nmgl.org/events to learn more.\nRegistration required\n\nRegistration coming soon!
URL:https://explore419.com/event/wellness-by-the-boat-yoga-2/
LOCATION:National Museum of the Great Lakes\, 1701 Front Street\, Toledo\, OH\, 43605\, United States
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SUMMARY:12th Annual Point Place Art Walk on the Bay
DESCRIPTION:The Point Place Area Art Committee hosts the 12th Annual Point Place Art Walk on the Bay\, a free\, family-friendly event bringing together local and regional artists for a day of art\, community\, and waterfront scenery where the Maumee River meets Lake Erie. The event features food trucks\, face painting\, and kids’ activities throughout the day. Parking is available on site. In case of rain\, the event moves to Sunday\, September 20. \n“We are proud to bring this back for the 12th year! Happy to link our community to the arts\,” said Leslie Dietsch\, chair of the Point Place Area Art Committee. Media contact: Leslie Dietsch\, (419) 349-2123\, leslie@lostpeninsulafinearts.com
URL:https://explore419.com/event/12th-annual-point-place-art-walk-on-the-bay/
LOCATION:Bayview Park\, 4230 N. Summit Street\, Toledo\, OH\, 43611\, United States
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SUMMARY:Leanne Morgan: The Time of Our Lives Tour
DESCRIPTION:Leanne Morgan rose to prominence with her debut Netflix special I’m Every Woman\, showcasing her signature blend of relatable humor and Southern charm. Since early 2023\, the special has become Netflix’s most-viewed stand-up special from a female comedian globally\, cementing Morgan’s breakout success after more than 25 years on the road building a devoted fanbase. \nThat momentum quickly translated to the stage. In the first six months of her Just Getting Started tour\, Morgan sold more than 100\,000 tickets\, headlining prestigious venues including the Chicago Theatre\, American Airlines Arena\, and Nashville’s iconic Ryman Auditorium in her native Tennessee. Her seamless transition from intimate comedy clubs to large-scale theaters and arenas affirmed her status as a major force in stand-up. \nMorgan’s second Netflix special\, Unspeakable Things\, premiered on November 4\, 2025\, debuting at #1 worldwide. The special earned a 2026 Critics’ Choice Association nomination for Best Comedy Special and won a 2026 Gracie Award\, further cementing her growing industry recognition. It marks the second of multiple planned hour-long specials for Netflix. \nA native of rural Tennessee\, Morgan has built her career on finding humor in the everyday family life\, marriage\, and the unexpected twists of getting older. Her warm\, candid storytelling and sharp observational style continue to resonate with audiences across generations. \nIn September 2024\, Morgan released her debut book\, What in the World?!\, published by Random House / Convergent\, which quickly became a New York Times bestseller. Expanding her creative footprint even further\, she stars in her own Netflix sitcom Leanne\, created in partnership with acclaimed producer Chuck Lorre. The 16-episode\, multi-camera comedy premiered July 31\, 2025\, and debuted in Netflix’s Global Top 10. Inspired by her stand-up\, the series follows a woman rebuilding her life after an unexpected divorce\, blending humor and heart in equal measure. The show is currently in production on its second season.\nMorgan’s rising influence has been widely recognized across the industry\, including being named The Hollywood Reporter’s 2025 100 Most Powerful Women in Entertainment. She also appears in the Amazon Prime Video Feature You’re Cordially Invited\, starring alongside Will Ferrell and Reese Witherspoon. \nDespite her busy schedule\, Morgan remains grounded\, cherishing precious moments with her husband\, three children\, grandbabies\, and beloved beagle in Knoxville\, Tennessee.
URL:https://explore419.com/event/leanne-morgan-the-time-of-our-lives-tour/
LOCATION:The Stranahan Theater\, 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd.\, Toledo\, OH\, 43614\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260919T190000
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SUMMARY:Caturday Night Fever Gala
DESCRIPTION:RubyCats will host its Caturday Night Fever Gala on Saturday\, Sept. 19\, from 7 to 11 p.m. at Handmade Toledo\, 1717 Adams St.\, for a fun evening celebrating cats\, community and compassion. \nGuests will enjoy delicious food\, music\, dancing\, a cash bar\, silent auction and other surprises\, all while supporting RubyCats’ mission to rescue cats\, provide daily care and connect them with loving homes. \nThe evening will also feature special appearances by feline internet favorites Pudge and Webley Hen\, giving attendees the chance to meet two beloved local celebrity cats while supporting a local nonprofit. \n“We’re so excited to bring our community together for a fun night that celebrates the cats and people who make RubyCats so special\,” said Tallie Carter\, founding executive director of RubyCats. “It’s all for a great cause\, and we’d love to boogie the night away with you!” \nSince opening Toledo’s first cat café\, RubyCats has welcomed thousands of visitors and helped dozens of cats find loving homes. Proceeds from the gala will directly support the organization’s rescue\, adoption and daily care efforts\, helping even more cats receive the love and attention they deserve. \nTickets are $60 each or $100 for two.
URL:https://explore419.com/event/caturday-night-fever-gala/
LOCATION:Handmade Toledo\, 1717 Adams St.\, Toledo\, OH\, 43604\, United States
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SUMMARY:Pines of Rome
DESCRIPTION:ALAIN TRUDEL\, conductor\nSIDNEY OUTLAW\, baritone \nVERDI: Overture to La forza del destino  MOZART\, ROSSINI\, DONIZETTI\, and VERDI: Selected arias TOSTI: Songs RESPIGHI: Pines of Rome \nThe Live Arts Toledo season begins with a grand celebration of Italian music as the Toledo Symphony takes The Peristyle stage. Verdi’s Overture to La forza del destino launches the evening in a burst of dramatic energy. Acclaimed baritone Sidney Outlaw then takes center stage in a selection of beloved Italian opera arias and expressive art songs\, showcasing the passion\, drama\, and lyrical beauty of Italy’s rich vocal tradition. Respighi’s Pines of Rome closes the night with a sonic spectacle\, building from distant echoes to the triumphant march of Roman legions returning along the Appian Way\, a finale where the orchestra’s immense forces fill the hall and move through the audience\, the kind of moment that makes live arts so powerful. 
URL:https://explore419.com/event/pines-of-rome/
LOCATION:Toledo Museum of Art Peristyle Theatre\, 2445 Monroe St.\, Toledo\, OH\, 43620\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260920T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260920T170000
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SUMMARY:Fall Gnome Delivery Paint & Sip at Wine & Canvas Toledo
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate fall with a creative Sunday afternoon at Wine & Canvas Toledo! Join us for Fall Gnome Delivery\, a beginner-friendly Paint & Sip featuring a cheerful gnome beside a teal truck filled with colorful pumpkins. \nInstructor Emily will guide painters step-by-step through a 16×20 canvas\, so no previous painting experience is necessary. All painting supplies are included. \nGuests may bring wine\, beer\, hard seltzers\, non-alcoholic beverages\, and snacks. Hard liquor is not permitted. \nAdvance registration is recommended.
URL:https://explore419.com/event/fall-gnome-delivery-paint-sip-at-wine-canvas-toledo/
LOCATION:Wine & Canvas Toledo Studio\, 5248 Monroe St.\, Toledo\, OH\, 43623\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260923T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260923T200000
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SUMMARY:Online Romance Book Club: A Proposal They Can't Refuse by Natalie Caña
DESCRIPTION:Are you sick of being shamed for loving romance? Join our Online Romance Book Club! From enemies-to-lovers to regency era\, fantasy to fake-relationship\, we’ll read and chat across the romance genre! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nMeetings take place via Zoom. Registered participants will be emailed meeting information prior to the event starting. \nA Proposal They Can’t Refuse by Natalie Caña \nClick here to request or download \nA Puerto Rican chef and an Irish American whiskey distiller are forced into a fake engagement by their scheming octogenarian grandfathers.
URL:https://explore419.com/event/online-romance-book-club-a-proposal-they-cant-refuse-by-natalie-cana/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260924
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260929
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SUMMARY:Pirates of Penzance
DESCRIPTION:The Pirates of Penzance is a lively and witty comic opera that blends romance\, satire\, and absurd humor. Created by the legendary duo W. S. Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan]\, the show follows young Frederic\, who has been mistakenly apprenticed to a band of soft-hearted pirates. \nSet along the rocky coast of Cornwall\, the story unfolds as Frederic celebrates his 21st birthday and prepares to leave piracy behind. He falls instantly in love with Mabel\, the daughter of the bumbling Major-General Stanley\, whose comically rapid-fire songs and exaggerated intellect make him one of the show’s most memorable characters. However\, a twist involving Frederic’s unusual leap-year birthday throws his plans into chaos\, forcing him to honor his duty to the pirates far longer than expected. \nFilled with catchy melodies\, clever wordplay\, and iconic songs like “I Am the Very Model of a Modern Major-General\,” The Pirates of Penzance pokes fun at authority\, duty\, and social conventions while delivering an irresistibly fun theatrical experience. Its enduring charm lies in its playful tone\, memorable characters\, and the seamless blend of humor and music that continues to delight audiences of all ages.
URL:https://explore419.com/event/pirates-of-penzance-2/
LOCATION:Toledo Repertoire Theatre\, 16 10th St\, Toledo\, OH\, 43604\, United States
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SUMMARY:Lunch at Levis
DESCRIPTION:Lunch at Levis is a lively weekly summer event held at Levis Square in Downtown Toledo\, transforming the workday lunch hour into a can’t-miss community celebration. \nLocated at the corner of Madison Avenue and St. Clair Street\, Lunch at Levis draws more than 2\,500 attendees each week\, making it a downtown highlight. Open to downtown professionals\, residents\, and visitors\, attendees can enjoy live music and DJ sets from local and regional performers while choosing from 17 local food trucks\, or grabbing takeout from nearby downtown restaurants. Lawn games like corn hole invite friendly competition\, while rotating themed activations\, such as the Mud Hens Hype Bash and Christmas in July\, add fresh experiences throughout the season. \n2026 Entertainment Schedule\nJune 4 | Season kickoff with DJ Jon Zenz \nJune 11 | Tony Salazar \nJune 18 | Katie’s Randy Cat \nJune 25 | DJ Super Nathan \nJuly 2 | Chloe & The Steel Strings \nJuly 9 | New Moon \nJuly 16 | (Cancelled due to heat and air quality) \nJuly 23 | Arctic Clam \nJuly 30 | Hit & Run \nAugust 6 | Chavar Dontae & Friends \nAugust 13 | Water Street Band \nAugust 20 | Ben DeLong \nSeptember 3 | Terry\, Charlie & Bubba \nSeptember 10 | Ora Pettaway \nSeptember 17 | DJ Super Nathan \nSeptember 24 | The KB \nOctober 2 | DJ Jon Zenz \n  \n2026 Food Truck Lineup\nBaba’s Eats | Mediterranean street tacos (vegan options available) \nKoral Hamburg | Creative varieties of burgers & fried appetizers \nDeets BBQ | BBQ sandwiches\, platters & homemade sides \nFalafel King | Mediterranean cuisine (vegan & GF options available) \nGrumpy’s on the Go | Salads\, cookies & chips \nThe Loaded Chicken | Gourmet chicken chunks & tenders \nWanna Make ‘Er Loaded | Loaded wraps\, salads & rice bowls \nSunny Street Smoothies | Smoothies and açaí bowls (vegan options available) \nStubborn Brother | NY-style pizza (vegetarian options available) \nNaan Stop Kebap | Turkish doner kepap (certified halal with vegan options available) \nBetter Than Yo Mama’s | Homestyle cooked soul food \nCasero Kitchen | Venezuelan/Latin food truck (vegetarian options available) \nBD’s Lemonade King | Fresh-squeezed lemonade
URL:https://explore419.com/event/lunch-at-levis-11/
LOCATION:Levis Square\, Madison at St. Clair\, Toledo\, OH\, 43604\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260924T190000
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SUMMARY:Homegrown Habitat: Native Plants\, Your Backyard and the Oak Openings Region
DESCRIPTION:Just a few miles from where you live\, one of the rarest ecosystems on the planet is quietly disappearing—and most of us drive past it without ever knowing its real significance. \nThe Oak Openings Region holds a higher concentration of rare and endangered plants and animals than anywhere else in Ohio\, and like so many irreplaceable places\, it is shrinking. \nJoin us for Homegrown Habitat: Native Plants\, Your Backyard and the Oak Openings Region\, an enlightening Community Conversation featuring: \n\n\nSusan and Jon Cross\, authors\, native plant advocates \n\n\nTodd Crail\, PhD\, University of Toledo Environmental Sciences \n\n\nLearn what makes this region invaluable\, what’s putting it at risk\, and most importantly\, what you can do about it. \n6pm – Doors open – Explore information tables\, native plant sale and enjoy small bites7pm – Program + Q&A
URL:https://explore419.com/event/homegrown-habitat-native-plants-your-backyard-and-the-oak-openings-region/
LOCATION:Imagination Station\, 1 Discovery Way\, Toledo\, OH\, 43604\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260925T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260925T140000
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SUMMARY:Harvest Wine Glass Painting at Wine & Canvas Toledo
DESCRIPTION:Get a creative start on fall with Harvest Wine Glass at Wine & Canvas Toledo! \nDuring this beginner-friendly DIY painting experience\, each guest will receive TWO wine glasses to transform with their favorite harvest-inspired designs. Choose from seasonal inspiration like sunflowers\, pumpkins\, apples\, golden wheat and colorful autumn leaves. \nCreate a matching pair\, mix and match two different designs\, or add your own creative spin. \n🍷 Two wine glasses included\n🎨 All painting supplies included\n⭐ No experience necessary\n🍂 Multiple fall designs to choose from\n🍷 BYOB \nSaturday\, September 5\, 2026\n12:00–2:00 PM\n$30 per painter \n📍 Wine & Canvas Toledo\n2806 W. Sylvania Ave.\nToledo\, OH 43613 \nAdvance registration is recommended.
URL:https://explore419.com/event/harvest-wine-glass-painting-at-wine-canvas-toledo/
LOCATION:Wine & Canvas Toledo Studio\, 5248 Monroe St.\, Toledo\, OH\, 43623\, United States
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SUMMARY:Sip Sip Hooray!
DESCRIPTION:Cheers to a wine-filled fall evening! Adults 21+ are invited to this exclusive wine tasting event. Enjoy live entertainment and preview our Harvest Fest displays while sampling a variety of wines across zoo grounds. This is a strolling event and seating will be limited. \nTickets include 15 samples\, a souvenir wine glass with a champagne toast upon arrival\, complimentary parking in the Anthony Wayne Trail lot\, and live entertainment. Light snacks are included\, but guests may also purchase food at select concession stands. \nThis is a rain or shine event. Guests must be age 21 and up to attend\, ID will be checked at the gate \nNote: Tickets are non-refundable. We are unable to issue exchanges or refunds after a purchase has been made. \n\n\n\nEntertainment\n\n\n\nChloe and the Steel Strings\nDC Duo\nDistant Cousinz\nJason Quick\nJudy Banker\nKira Blue
URL:https://explore419.com/event/sip-sip-hooray-3/
LOCATION:Toledo Zoo\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260928
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SUMMARY:Ohio Vintage Fest
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://explore419.com/event/ohio-vintage-fest-2/
LOCATION:Glass City Center\, 401 Jefferson Ave\, Toledo\, OH\, 43604\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260926T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260926T140000
DTSTAMP:20260908T155633
CREATED:20260813T175622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T175622Z
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SUMMARY:Blacksmithing 101
DESCRIPTION:Ever wanted to learn how blacksmiths make all those cool designs and bend all that metal? Here’s your opportunity to learn the basics of blacksmithing from one of Ludwig Mill’s master blacksmiths. The lesson includes actual forge work as well as making a project to take with you. \nAdults and 16+\nMeet at Providence Metropark\, Isaac Ludwig Mill
URL:https://explore419.com/event/blacksmithing-101/
LOCATION:Providence Metropark\, 13827 Old US 24\, Grand Rapids\, OH\, 43522\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260926T111500
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260926T121500
DTSTAMP:20260908T155633
CREATED:20260813T181514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T181514Z
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SUMMARY:Misbegotten Children: Tracing Family Lines of Illegitimate
DESCRIPTION:Featuring keynote speaker Peggy Clemens Lauritzen – Nearly all families have children with seemingly missing fathers. Yet\, there may be clues and resources to help us determine their ancestry. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nIllegitimacy can be both a surprise and an embarrassment as we discover more and more about our family’s history. Treated with care and sensitivity\, we can use many available resources to help us in our research. \nAt each program\, authors will speak\, followed by a question and answer session. This event is free\, but registration is preferred. For other Genealogy and Local History fair events and offerings\, visit https://www.toledolibrary.org/genealogyfair/. \nABOUT THE AUTHOR \nPeggy Clemens Lauritzen\, AG\, AGL\, FOGS\, has an amazing ability to bring laughter into the lives of her audience members. \nFor forty years\, Peggy has been a frequent lecturer at Family History seminars and has presented at Brigham Young University\, and ICAPGen\, and taught Continuing Education classes at community colleges and The Ohio State University. She was tested through ICAPGen to become an Accredited Genealogist\, a credential she has maintained for twenty-eight years\, working hard to polish her research skills. \nRecently retired as a featured columnist in Reminisce magazine\, she has written several Legacy QuickGuides\, and has filmed as an instructor for Ancestry Academy. In 2018\, she was honored to be awarded Fellow of the Ohio Genealogical Society and received the Laura G. Prescott Award for Exemplary Service to Professional Genealogy. Most recently she was honored by the National Genealogical Society by being awarded the Rabbi Malcolm Stern Lifetime Achievement Award. She is a former researcher at Ancestry ProGenealogists. Peggy and her husband Kerry serve as FamilySearch Center Directors in northcentral Ohio.
URL:https://explore419.com/event/misbegotten-children-tracing-family-lines-of-illegitimate/
LOCATION:Toledo Lucas County Public Main Library\, 325 N. Michigan St.\, Toledo\, OH\, 43604\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260926T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260926T230000
DTSTAMP:20260908T155633
CREATED:20260902T122906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T122906Z
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SUMMARY:8th Annual  419 Music Fest
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars for one of Northwest Ohio’s biggest free music events! The 8th Annual 419 Music Fest\, organized by the firefighters of Toledo Firefighters Local 92 and presented by J Bowen & Company\, Premier Elevator & Lift\, and Select Stone\, comes to Promenade Park on Saturday\, September 26\, 2026\, for an unforgettable day of live music\, great food\, and community impact. \nFrom noon to 11 p.m.\, downtown Toledo’s riverfront will come alive with a new band taking the stage every hour. Admission is free\, making it the perfect event for families\, music lovers\, and anyone looking to enjoy a full day of entertainment along the Maumee River. \nThis year’s lineup features an exciting mix of local and regional talent\, including Red Wanting Blue\, Whiskey Gypsy\, Distant Cousinz\, Venyx\, Piggyback Jones featuring Calysta Bevier\, North of Nashville\, 2 Left Missing\, Noisy Neighbors\, Leadfoot Granny\, and Beef Carvers. \nIn addition to live music\, festivalgoers can enjoy a wide variety of local food and beverages\, including barbecue\, smash burgers\, funnel cakes\, fresh-squeezed lemonade\, sweet frozen treats\, beer\, and more. Guests are invited to bring their own lawn chairs to relax throughout the day. \nWhile the music draws the crowds\, the mission behind the festival is what makes it truly special. The 419 Music Fest is a fundraiser benefiting Toledo Firefighters Local 92 Charities\, helping firefighters give back to the communities they proudly serve. \nThroughout the year\, Toledo firefighters support individuals and families facing unexpected hardships\, assist local charitable initiatives\, and provide resources where they’re needed most. Proceeds from the festival help continue those efforts\, allowing the department to make a lasting difference both on and off duty. \n“419 Music Fest is more than just a concert—it’s an opportunity for our community to come together for a great cause\,” said Event Director Todd Boatfield. “Every person who attends\, volunteers\, sponsors\, or donates helps us continue supporting charitable programs that positively impact people throughout our community. We invite everyone to spend the day with us enjoying incredible music while making a meaningful difference.” \nThe festival will also feature local vendors\, community partners\, and opportunities throughout the day for attendees to learn more about Toledo Fire Department Charities and contribute to its mission. Whether you’re coming for the local music\, the food\, the riverfront atmosphere\, or to support a worthy cause\, the 8th Annual 419 Music Fest promises something for everyone. \nFor event updates\, band announcements\, sponsorship opportunities\, volunteer information\, and more\, follow @419musicfest on Facebook or visit www.toledofirefighters92.org/419musicfest.com. \nEvent Details: 8th Annual 419 Music Fest\nWhen: Saturday\, September 26\, 2026 | Noon–11:00 p.m.\nWhere: Promenade Park\, Downtown Toledo\nBand Lineup\n• 12PM Whiskey Gypsy\n• 1PM Distant Cousinz\n• 2PM Venyx\n• 3PM Piggyback Jones featuring Calysta Bevier\n• 4PM 2 Left Missing\n• 5PM Noisy Neighbors\n• 6PM Leadfoot Granny\n• 7PM North of Nashville\n• 8PM Beef Carvers\n• 9PM Red Wanting Blue
URL:https://explore419.com/event/8th-annual-419-music-fest/
LOCATION:Promenade Park\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260926T134500
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260926T144500
DTSTAMP:20260908T155633
CREATED:20260813T181616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T181616Z
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SUMMARY:Up in Smoke! What to do When the Courthouse Burns
DESCRIPTION:What should you do when a certain official vital record cannot be found do to fire or other incident? Search for the next best thing. This session will discuss reliable\, unofficial records. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAt each program\, authors will speak\, followed by a question and answer session. This event is free\, but registration is preferred. For other Genealogy and Local History fair events and offerings\, visit https://www.toledolibrary.org/genealogyfair/. \nABOUT THE AUTHOR \nPeggy Clemens Lauritzen\, AG\, AGL\, FOGS\, has an amazing ability to bring laughter into the lives of her audience members. \nFor forty years\, Peggy has been a frequent lecturer at Family History seminars and has presented at Brigham Young University\, and ICAPGen\, and taught Continuing Education classes at community colleges and The Ohio State University. She was tested through ICAPGen to become an Accredited Genealogist\, a credential she has maintained for twenty-eight years\, working hard to polish her research skills. \nRecently retired as a featured columnist in Reminisce magazine\, she has written several Legacy QuickGuides\, and has filmed as an instructor for Ancestry Academy. In 2018\, she was honored to be awarded Fellow of the Ohio Genealogical Society and received the Laura G. Prescott Award for Exemplary Service to Professional Genealogy. Most recently she was honored by the National Genealogical Society by being awarded the Rabbi Malcolm Stern Lifetime Achievement Award. She is a former researcher at Ancestry ProGenealogists. Peggy and her husband Kerry serve as FamilySearch Center Directors in northcentral Ohio.
URL:https://explore419.com/event/up-in-smoke-what-to-do-when-the-courthouse-burns/
LOCATION:Toledo Lucas County Public Main Library\, 325 N. Michigan St.\, Toledo\, OH\, 43604\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260926T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260926T220000
DTSTAMP:20260908T155633
CREATED:20260824T140624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T140624Z
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SUMMARY:Oktoberfest 2026
DESCRIPTION:Our famous Oktoberfest celebration returns on September 26 2026. This fall festival is well known for bringing the time honored traditions of Germany to Toledo\, with relaxed fun at Oak Shade Grove – 3624 Seaman Road\, Oregon. New exciting menu items are coming this year… but … \nIT’S A SECRET \nSo we can’t tell you yet. But we can give you a hint – it is one of the most popular dishes at the German American Festival! \nCome early\, or join us at 3PM for the Opening Ceremony – including a parade of German and European cars\, featuring some of the princesses of the seven societies of the German-American Festival Society. No Oktoberfest would be complete without beer – and back by popular demand is the hosted authentic German beer tasting experience. Don’t miss your chance to see outstanding vehicles from Europe at the Auto und Motorradshow. Germans love their sports and we are bringing back the friendly competitions – Schleuderball throwing and Masskrugstemmen beer stein holding as well. \nPerformances this year include the Toledo Teutonia männerchor – dammenchor (men’s and women’s choir)\, and the returning kinder (children’s) group of the d’Holzhackerbuam Schuhplattlers. Of course\, our Deutsche Volkstanz Group will feature multiple times throughout the day! \nFull Schedule of Events : \n2:00 PM – Festival Opens with Free Admission and Free Parking – Car Show Opens \n2:30 PM – Bavarian Sports Club (BSC) D’Holzhackerbuam Schuhplattlers Kinder (“children”) dance \n3:00 PM – Opening Ceremonies \n3:30 PM – Deutsche Volkstanz Group Opening Dance \n4:00 PM – Toledo Teutonia Chor \n4:30 PM – Schluederball Throwing Competition \n5:00 PM – Car Show Awards Ceremony \n5:00 PM – Deutsche Volkstanz Group Dance \n5:30 PM – Deutschmeister Band – dorfkappelle – a “village band” with a modern flair \n6:30 PM – Deutsche Volkstanz Group Dance \n7:00 PM – Deutschmeister Band \n7:30 PM – Masskrugstemmen Beer Stein Holding Competition \n8:00 PM – Deutsche Volkstanz Group Dance \n9:00 PM – Deutschmeister Band \n10:00 PM – Closing
URL:https://explore419.com/event/oktoberfest-2026/
LOCATION:Oak Shade Grove\, 3624 Seaman\, Oregon\, Ohio\, 43616
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260926T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260926T160000
DTSTAMP:20260908T155633
CREATED:20260813T181718Z
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SUMMARY:Community Research: Historic Places and Historical Markers
DESCRIPTION:From keynote speaker Peggy Clemens Lauritzen – Those metal signs you see on old buildings or the metal historic markers by the side of the road may offer clues to the lives of your ancestors. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nAt each program\, authors will speak\, followed by a question and answer session. This event is free\, but registration is preferred. For other Genealogy and Local History fair events and offerings\, visit https://www.toledolibrary.org/genealogyfair/. \nABOUT THE AUTHOR \nPeggy Clemens Lauritzen\, AG\, AGL\, FOGS\, has an amazing ability to bring laughter into the lives of her audience members. \nFor forty years\, Peggy has been a frequent lecturer at Family History seminars and has presented at Brigham Young University\, and ICAPGen\, and taught Continuing Education classes at community colleges and The Ohio State University. She was tested through ICAPGen to become an Accredited Genealogist\, a credential she has maintained for twenty-eight years\, working hard to polish her research skills. \nRecently retired as a featured columnist in Reminisce magazine\, she has written several Legacy QuickGuides\, and has filmed as an instructor for Ancestry Academy. In 2018\, she was honored to be awarded Fellow of the Ohio Genealogical Society and received the Laura G. Prescott Award for Exemplary Service to Professional Genealogy. Most recently she was honored by the National Genealogical Society by being awarded the Rabbi Malcolm Stern Lifetime Achievement Award. She is a former researcher at Ancestry ProGenealogists. Peggy and her husband Kerry serve as FamilySearch Center Directors in northcentral Ohio.
URL:https://explore419.com/event/community-research-historic-places-and-historical-markers/
LOCATION:Toledo Lucas County Public Main Library\, 325 N. Michigan St.\, Toledo\, OH\, 43604\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260926T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260926T203000
DTSTAMP:20260908T155633
CREATED:20260813T150752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T131148Z
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SUMMARY:TMA Block Party
DESCRIPTION:The Toledo Museum of Art invites you to our annual Block Party! Join us on campus for a lively celebration of art and culture\, where neighbors\, families\, and artists come together to create\, explore\, and have fun. \nEnjoy hands-on artmaking\, live performances\, music\, experiential activities\, and local food trucks throughout the evening. Arrive curious. Leave inspired. \nSponsors:\nGreater Toledo Community Foundation\nBSY \n\nPerformance Schedule\n\n\nSaturday\, September 26\, 2026\nThis year’s Block Party is packed with activities for guests of all ages. Create\, play\, and connect with hands-on art making\, family-friendly activities\, live performances — all designed to celebrate our community’s creativity and culture. \n\n\n\n\n\n3:00–7:30p.m.\nArt Making with Outreach\nGlass Pavilion Lawn\n\n\n3:00–7:30p.m.\nArt Making with Bowe Family Center\nGlass Pavilion Lawn\n\n\n3:30–7:30p.m.\nSensory Friendly Area\nKrebbs Courtyard\n\n\n3:30p.m.\nSun Ra Arkestra Performance\n“Moon Mirror”\n\n\n4:45p.m.\nEl Corazon de Mexico Ballet Folklorico performs\nMonroe St. Terrace\n\n\n5:20p.m.\n“Key to the Museum” Presentation\nMonroe St. Terrace\n\n\n5:45p.m.\nDJ Stevie Chanel\nMonroe St. Terrace\n\n\n7:00p.m.\nAmelia Airharts\nMonroe St. Terrace\n\n\n8:00p.m.\nArt in the Sky Drone show\nMonroe St. Terrace\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLive Performances & Featured Artists\nExperience art in motion across the campus: \n\nSun Ra Arkestra\n\n\nEl Corazón de México Ballet Folklórico\n\n\nDJ Stevie Chanel\n\n\nThe Amelia Airhearts\nArt in the Sky Drone Show at 8 PM\n\nInteractive Experiences\nCreate\, play\, and explore with activities for all ages: \n\nExplore hands-on artmaking with TMA’s Bowe Family Center and Outreach teams\n\n\nDean Davis – Contribute to a collaborative painting project\nBird’s Eye View Circus – Prepare to be delighted by roaming performers\nEllie the Baby Dragon\nDocent Touch Cart & Ask Me Docents\nSensory Friendly Area\nTMA Forever\nHannah Bowlus: Origin Point\nTMA Store and Sanda Findlay Collector’s Corner\n\nCommunity Partners\nMeet local organizations making an impact in our region: \n\nTeam Recovery\n\n\nToledo Lucas County Public Library\, Ready to Read\n\n\nMercy Health\n\n\nToledo Fire & Rescue Department\n\n\nLive Arts Toledo\n\n\nBESN X Community\nKeep Toledo/Lucas County Beautiful\nJeep
URL:https://explore419.com/event/block-party/
LOCATION:Toledo Museum of Art\, 2445 Monroe St\, Toledo\, OH\, 43537\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260926T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260926T210000
DTSTAMP:20260908T155633
CREATED:20260902T131846Z
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SUMMARY:Moonlit Witch – Halloween Paint & Sip in Toledo
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate spooky season with Moonlit Witch\, a colorful Halloween Paint & Sip at Wine & Canvas Toledo! \nPaint a mysterious witch beneath a glowing moon surrounded by swirling shades of blue and purple\, bare branches and scattered autumn leaves. It’s a dramatic seasonal painting that’s perfect for adding a little witchy magic to your Halloween décor. \nNever painted before? No problem! Instructor Paradyse will guide you step-by-step as you create your own version on a 16×20 canvas. All painting supplies are included\, and no previous experience is necessary. \n🌙 Saturday\, September 26\, 2026\n⏰ 6:00–9:00 PM\n💲 $40 per painter\n🎨 16×20 canvas\n📍 Wine & Canvas Studio\, 2806 W. Sylvania Ave.\, Toledo\, OH 43613 \nGuests are welcome to bring wine\, beer\, hard seltzers\, non-alcoholic beverages and snacks. Hard liquor is not permitted. \nGrab a friend\, bring your favorite sip and spend your Saturday night creating something perfectly suited for spooky season. \nAdvance registration is recommended.
URL:https://explore419.com/event/moonlit-witch-halloween-paint-sip-in-toledo/
LOCATION:Wine & Canvas Toledo Studio\, 5248 Monroe St.\, Toledo\, OH\, 43623\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260926T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260926T210000
DTSTAMP:20260908T155633
CREATED:20260813T153348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T153348Z
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SUMMARY:Fort Meigs After Dark Lantern Tour
DESCRIPTION:Experience Fort Meigs after dark! \nLed by costumed guides\, guests will tour the fort by lantern light\, witness a nighttime musket demonstration\, and experience the historic battlefield as soldiers did during the War of 1812. \nTour times: \n\nApril 18\, 2026 | 8:00pm\nJuly 18\, 2026 | 8:15pm\nSeptember 26\, 2026 | 7pm\n\nDoors open 30 minutes before tour steps off. \nCost: $17 for adults\, $15 for seniors\, $12 for kids and students. \nSpace is limited to 105 guests.  Advanced tickets are required. \nTickets can be purchased online in our online shop!
URL:https://explore419.com/event/fort-meigs-after-dark-lantern-tour-3/
LOCATION:Fort Meigs\, 29100 W. River Rd.\, Perrysburg\, OH\, 43551\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260927T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260927T210000
DTSTAMP:20260908T155633
CREATED:20260421T141022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T141022Z
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SUMMARY:Bands for Bulldogs
DESCRIPTION:Second annual Bands for Bulldogs (B4B) Rossford\, Ohio\nSaturday\, September 26\, 2026 evening Kick off with a compilation of area musicians with Jake Pilewski\nSunday\, September 27 Live music downtown Rossford (TV’s playing live football games)\nFeatured 16 bands from last year included:n Day Drinkers (who performed at Party in the Park Toledo last summer)\,\nKall me Kendra\, Maumee Muddy River Band\, and many others!!
URL:https://explore419.com/event/bands-for-bulldogs/
LOCATION:Downtown Rossford\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260930T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260930T200000
DTSTAMP:20260908T155633
CREATED:20260813T180335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T180335Z
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SUMMARY:Romance-Con Presents | Beverly Jenkins and Nikki Payne
DESCRIPTION:Join living legend and 2017 RWA Nora Roberts Lifetime Achievement Award winner\, Beverly Jenkins\, in conversation with Nikki Payne\, for a discussion of her writing\, impact and legacy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRomance-Con Presents is an author series devoted to the Romance genre and the authors who make it everything we love. Each program will feature a discussion with the author\, followed by audience Q&A. \nBooks will be available for sale at the event. Signing and photo opportunity to follow the talk. \nABOUT THE AUTHORS \nBEVERLY JENKINS \nBeverly Jenkins is the recipient of the 2017 Romance Writers of America Nora Roberts Lifetime Achievement Award\, as well as the 2016 Romantic Times Reviewers’ Choice Award for historical romance. She has been nominated for the NAACP Image Award in Literature\, was featured both in the documentary “Love Between the Covers” and on CBS Sunday Morning. \nSince the publication of Night Song in 1994\, she has been leading the charge for inclusive romance\, and has been a constant darling of reviewers\, fans\, and her peers alike\, garnering accolades for her work from the likes of The Wall Street Journal\, People Magazine\, and NPR. Her critically acclaimed Blessings series has been optioned for film by John Legend’s and Mike Jackson’s production company Get Lifted\, and Hollywood and Broadway powerhouse Deborah Martin Chase. \nNIKKI PAYNE \nBy day\, Nikki Payne is a Civic anthropologist building accessible government services for vulnerable populations\, by night she dreams of ways to subvert Canon literature. Hailed as “incandescent” by the Washington Post\, Nikki Payne’s debut novel Pride and Protest was a Phenomenal Book Club pick and was selected by the Library of Congress to represent the District of Columbia for the National Book Festival. Featured in the New York Times\, NPR\, Elle\, Oprah Daily and BuzzFeed\, Nikki Payne is writing black women into their happily ever after.
URL:https://explore419.com/event/romance-con-presents-beverly-jenkins-and-nikki-payne/
LOCATION:Toledo Lucas County Public Main Library\, 325 N. Michigan St.\, Toledo\, OH\, 43604\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261001T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261001T200000
DTSTAMP:20260908T155633
CREATED:20260813T181820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T181820Z
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SUMMARY:Authors! with Susan Zurenda
DESCRIPTION:Susan Zurenda joins Authors! to discuss her latest book\, No Way Out but Through. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank you to our sponsors!\nThe Library Legacy Foundation | Huntington Bank | UToledo Health | Friends of the Library\nAbout the event\nJoin Authors! for a moving and profound evening with Susan Zurenda as she discusses her transformative third novel\, No Way Out but Through. Drawing from her extensive background in literature and a life-changing interview with a survivor of child marriage\, Zurenda explores the resilience of the human spirit and the power of vulnerability. This event offers a rare look into the meticulous research and deep empathy required to bring such a sensitive and important subject to the page. The evening features a 45-minute presentation followed by an audience Q&A session. Each ticket includes a first-edition hardcover copy of this hauntingly beautiful new work. \nAbout the book\nSet against the evocative backdrop of Pawley’s Island\, South Carolina\, and the stark landscapes of 1990s rural Oklahoma\, No Way Out but Through is a dual-narrative “frame story” centered on an unlikely bond. When Shannon Irwin\, an author grappling with her own family burdens\, meets Grace Ferrall\, she agrees to chronicle the younger woman’s shocking truth. Grace’s story reveals a harrowing past of being manipulated into an abusive marriage at just fifteen years old. As these two women from different generations sequester themselves to complete the book\, they must confront their inner demons and the untold stories of their pasts. It is a lyrical tale of survival\, trust\, and the redemption that occurs when we are brave enough to let ourselves be truly seen. \nAbout the author\nSusan Beckham Zurenda is an award-winning novelist who dedicated thirty-three years to teaching English at both the high school and college levels. Her debut\, Bells for Eli\, and its successor\, The Girl From the Red Rose Motel\, have garnered numerous accolades\, including the 2024 Patricia Winn Award in Southern Fiction. Twice a winner of the South Carolina Fiction Prize for her short stories\, Zurenda is celebrated for her unflinching yet compassionate portrayals of characters facing extraordinary difficulties. She lives in Spartanburg\, South Carolina\, where she continues to craft “period-perfect” Southern literature that captures the complexities of the human condition.
URL:https://explore419.com/event/authors-with-susan-zurenda/
LOCATION:Toledo Lucas County Public Main Library\, 325 N. Michigan St.\, Toledo\, OH\, 43604\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261002
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261006
DTSTAMP:20260908T155633
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SUMMARY:Pirates of Penzance
DESCRIPTION:The Pirates of Penzance is a lively and witty comic opera that blends romance\, satire\, and absurd humor. Created by the legendary duo W. S. Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan]\, the show follows young Frederic\, who has been mistakenly apprenticed to a band of soft-hearted pirates. \nSet along the rocky coast of Cornwall\, the story unfolds as Frederic celebrates his 21st birthday and prepares to leave piracy behind. He falls instantly in love with Mabel\, the daughter of the bumbling Major-General Stanley\, whose comically rapid-fire songs and exaggerated intellect make him one of the show’s most memorable characters. However\, a twist involving Frederic’s unusual leap-year birthday throws his plans into chaos\, forcing him to honor his duty to the pirates far longer than expected. \nFilled with catchy melodies\, clever wordplay\, and iconic songs like “I Am the Very Model of a Modern Major-General\,” The Pirates of Penzance pokes fun at authority\, duty\, and social conventions while delivering an irresistibly fun theatrical experience. Its enduring charm lies in its playful tone\, memorable characters\, and the seamless blend of humor and music that continues to delight audiences of all ages.
URL:https://explore419.com/event/pirates-of-penzance-3/
LOCATION:Toledo Repertoire Theatre\, 16 10th St\, Toledo\, OH\, 43604\, United States
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