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RECURRING EVENTS Sandusky After School Snacks: From 4-4:45 p.m. every weekday, the Sandusky Library will host snacktime for anyone under 18. The program is supported by the Children's Hunger Alliance. Visit sanduskylib.org for more information. Senior Men's Fellowship: From 9:30-11 a.m. on Mondays, the Erie County Senior Center, 620 E. Water St., will host a men's fellowship group. Visit eriesenior.org for more information. Tween Tuesdays: From 3-4 p.m. on Tuesdays, the Sandusky Library, 114 W. Adams St., will host activities for tween-agers. Visit sanduskylib.org for more information. Sit and Stitch: Beginning at 1 p.m., at the Erie County Senior Center, located at 620 E. Water Street. Do you crochet, knit or embroider? Bring your project and socialize with other stitchers while you make new friends. Open to anyone of all ages who wants to come learn. Registration is not required. Breakfast Buddies: From 9:30 – 10:30 a.m., every Thursday, at the Campbell Christian Community Center, located at 1215 Campbell Street. Enjoy a free morning made just for parents, grandparents and their preschool or younger little ones. Each week features a fun theme with breakfast, fun crafts, hands-on activities, interactive storytimes, and free diapers and wipes to take home. There is no cost to attend. Toddler Day: From noon to 4 p.m. every Thursday, Ghostly Manor Thrill Center, 3319 Milan Road, will offer free admission to its skate and play areas for children 5 and under. Visit ghostlymanor.com for more information. S.T.E.A.M. Storytime: From 10 – 11 a.m., every Thursday at Sandusky Library, located at 114 W. Adams Street. S.T.E.A.M. Storytime provides opportunities for kids ages 3 to 7 years of age to explore science, technology, engineering, arts and math concepts through books, experiments, art and other activities. Homeschoolers welcome. There is no cost to attend or registration required. General Trivia: From 7-9 p.m. on Fridays, the Sandusky Book Bar, 2101 W. Perkins Ave., will host all-ages trivia. Visit sanduskybookbar.com for more information. Glow Party Weekend: From 8 p.m. to 12 a.m., every Friday and Saturday, at Adventure Play, located at 5500 Milan Road, Sandusky. Experience electrifying nights with LED lights, lasers and high-energy dance music spun by a live DJ. Dress in your favorite neon or glow-in-the-dark apparel. Jump passes start at $15, but there is no additional ticket cost to attend the Glow Party. Lake EERIE FearFest: From 8 – 11 p.m. every Friday and Saturday night until the final weekend in October, at Ghostly Manor Thrill Center, located at 3319 Milan Road. This spine-chilling event features multiple haunted experiences guaranteed to test your courage, packed with detailed sets, shocking special effects and award-winning frights. Lake EERIE FearFest promises an unforgettable night of screams and thrills—making it a must-visit Halloween destination on the Lake Erie coast. Tickets are $25. Norwalk Storytime: Every Thursday from 10:30 – 11 a.m., at the Norwalk Public Library located at 46 W. Main Street. Encourage a love of reading and learning as we introduce your little one to books, rhymes and songs. Geared towards ages birth to 5. No registration required. Maple City Book Read: Every Tuesday through the end of October. From 11 a.m. – noon, and 6 – 7 p.m., at the Norwalk Public Library located at 46 W. Main Street, and 10 – 11 a.m., at the Huron County Senior Center, located at 325 Shady Lane Norwalk. No registration is required. Port Clinton Afternoon Storytime: From 2:30 – 3:30 p.m. every Thursday at Ida Rupp Public Library located at 310 Madison Street. If you can't make it to the regular Tuesday morning story time, join the library for a half hour afternoon story time to enjoy stories, music, movement, crafts, activities, and socialization. In case you have older children who need to be picked up from the elementary school, we plan to wrap up in time to get in line for after school pickup. There is no registration required. Slater's Famous Jazz Night: Every Wednesday from 6:30-9:30 p.m., Slater's Food and Spirits, 1634 E. Perry St., will host live jazz music. Call 419-732-2030 for more information. Huron Osborn MetroPark parkrun: Parkrun is a timed 5K walk/jog/run happening every Saturday at 9 a.m. at Osborn MetroPark, 3910 Perkins Ave. The event is free and open to all ages; people are welcome to bring their strollers or dogs. Registration is required and can be done at parkrun.us/register. Family Storytime: Every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m., the Huron Public Library, 333 Williams St., will host storytime with Miss Melissa. The storytime is meant to encourage the development of early literacy skills. No registration is required. Visit huronlibrary.org for more information. Milan Stay & Play: From 10-10:45 a.m. on Tuesdays, the Milan Public Library will host a learning-through-play session for children ages 1-4. Registration is required and can be done at milan-berlin.lib.oh.us. Mellow Mondays: From 3-3:30 p.m., the Milan Public Library will host an event for children ages 8-14 to unwind after school. There will be crafts and games. Visit milan-berlin.lib.oh.us for more information. Berlin Heights: Applechelle: From 9 a.m. – 6 p.m., every Saturday and Sunday until October 26, at Burnham Orchards, located at 8019 SR 113 East. This fall, Burnham Orchards is bringing festival vibes to the farm with Applechella—a six-weekend celebration of music, flavor, and orchard fun. Each weekend has its own unique theme, inspired by your favorite artists, playlists, and all the things we love about Autumn. From acoustic mornings in the orchard to rockin' apple cannon blasts, every corner of the farm will be alive with music, delicious eats and interactive experiences for the whole family. Grab your flannels, flower crowns, band tees or glittery pumpkins and get ready to make some unforgettable memories. Tickets start at $10 for adults and $14 for kids, with packaging and discounts available. For more information, visit burnhamorchards.com/fall-festivals-2025. Gibsonburg Preschool Storytime: At 11 a.m., the Gibsonburg Birchard Public Library, 100 N. Webster St., will host storytime for children ages 3-5. Visit birchard.org for more information. Catawba Trivia Night: Beginning at 6:30 p.m., every Thursday at Twin Oast Brewery located at 3630 N.E. Catawba Road. Hosted by LoudJoy Games, these weekly events are a casual, competitive and good time with two rounds of general knowledge questions, with prizes for the winners of each round. Play solo, bring a crew or build your team on the fly. No pre-registration required—just show up, grab a beer and see what you know. Oak Harbor: Oak Harbor Apple Festival: From 10 a.m. – 8 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, in downtown Oak Harbor. This family friendly festival features a grand parade, baking contest, cornhole tournament, candy apple cutie contest, a car show, 5K run and kids one-mile fun run, beer garden, local entertainment, mechanical rides, more than 125 vendors and many other activities. Enjoy fresh apple butter, various apples, apple pies, apple dumplings, apple cookies, and more. There is no admission fees and everyone is welcome to ride the shuttle from the high school parking lot for $1. Visit OakHarborAppleFestival.com for more details. Story Time with Miss Holly: Beginning at 10 a.m. at Veterans Memorial Park, located at 210 Finke Road. Join Ms. Holly for an in person storytime every week. Enjoy time with new friends, a story, a snack and a take-home craft. Meet at the large shelter house at the park. No registration is required. Fremont Family Storytime: 6:30 p.m. on Thursdays at the Birchard Public Library. Enjoy stories, songs and fun for the whole family. History Roundtable with Mike Gilbert: From 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m., on Saturdays through October at the Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Library, located at Spiegel Grove. Local historian Mike Gilbert shares fascinating stories of local and national history during this popular series. Prerecorded virtual sessions also will be offered for those who cannot attend in-person. Each week will focus on a new topic. Pre-registration and pre-payment for both in-person and virtual sessions are required. Single sessions are $5 or 6 for $25. Cash, checks and credit cards are accepted. To register and pay, contact Julie Mayle, curator of manuscripts, at jmayle@rbhayes.org. Put-in-Bay Oktoberfest: From 11 a.m. – 7 p.m., in DeRivera Park. Experience the rich Bavarian tradition at Put-in-Bay's annual two-day festival that celebrates German culture with fantastic food, spiced wine and cold beer. The weekend will ne filled with culinary delicacies including brats, potato pancakes, apple dumplings, pierogi and chicken paprikash, cabbage and noodles and more. There will be live entertainment from the Phil Yan Polka Band and traditional dancers. Admission is $6 for a one-day pass and $9 for a two-day pass. Kelleys Island Family Halloween Weekend: Taking place all day, Friday – Sunday, at various locations on the island. This year's Fall fun-for-all program includes scary story hour, pumpkin carving, spooky mini golf, an island-wide hunt, games, crafts, trunk or treat, and "Terror at Town Hall." For more information, visit kelleysisland.com. THURSDAY Sandusky Magic & Comedy Night: Beginning at 10 p.m., at The Cove at Louie's 2331 River Avenue. Opening this silly and sensational show is local entertainer Randy Grosswiler. After his act, prepare to be amazed and amused by the one and only Michael Mage, comedian and magician renowned for his original, engaging shows and energetic performance antics. Following the conclusion of the show, there will be karaoke, late night food options for all. The show is open to those 18 years of age and older, with proper ID, and there is no cover charge. Huron Birds & Coffee: From 8:30 – 10 a.m., at the Roger Johnson Nature Center inside Osborn MetroPark located at 3910 Perkins Avenue. Join Naturalist Mike for a relaxing morning of birdwatching and conversation over a warm cup of coffee or another hot beverage. Whether you're a seasoned birder or just curious about the outdoors, no prior birding or coffee experience needed-just bring your love of nature. If you don't have binoculars, you can borrow a set while supplies last. This event is intended for adults, no registration is required. Nature Baby: From 10 – 10:30 a.m., at at the Roger Johnson Nature Center inside Osborn MetroPark located at 3910 Perkins Avenue. Let's read about the itsy-bitsy spider with Miss Cheryl. This storytime event is meant for ages birth to 3 years of age. There is no cost to attend or registration required. Port Clinton Spooky Stories of Lake Erie's Past: From 6 – 7 p.m., at the Catawba Island Township Community Hall, located at 3307 N.W. Catawba Road. Presented by the Catawba Island Historical Society, this informational and entertaining event features author Jennifer Boresz Engelking will share true spooky stories that she uncovered in research for her several books about the history of Lake Erie and the region. This event is free and takes place following Historical Society's annual Board of Trustees meeting. Helena Let the Ghoul Time Roll: From 11 a.m. – 8 p.m., at Chateau Winery & Vineyard, located at 525 SR 635 and The Summer Kitchen Girls, located at 4702 West US Highway 6. Spooky season meets ladies night. Grab your girls and be one of the first to get the famous Hot Mulled Wine with a chocolatey treat at the winery while enjoying a simple, themed crafts. Then stop out to the Summer Kitchen to have some Killer Cobbler and tea, enjoy discounts and participate in a scavenger hunt to win prizes. There is no cover charge for either location. FRIDAY Sandusky Boho Art Night: From 6 – 8 p.m., at Sandusky Book Bar, located at 2101 W. Perkins Avenue. Join Brandy Frank with Mama's Macrame and Andrea Cottrill with Love Dove Art for a fun night of creativity. The fun will begin by designing a canvas pumpkin painting. After painting, participants will then be able to pick their favorite strand colors for a take-home macrame wristlet keychain kit. Cost to attend the event is $30 and there is a one drink or food minimum purchase from the venue. The Ultimate Nerf War: Beginning at 6:30 p.m., at Rhodes MarketPlace, located at 1148 Cleveland Road. We're having one ultimate Nerf War for adults and kids alike. With more than 90 Nerf Guns to choose from and a huge back room, it's every person for themselves. Cost to attend is $5 a person with kids 10 and under free. For more information, contact Rhodes MarketPlace at 419-515-2167. Norwalk Adult Halloween Party: From 6 – 7 p.m., at the Norwalk Public Library located at 46 W. Main Street. Join the Ohio Researchers of Banded Spirits (ORBS), who have been featured on multiple shows such as Animal Planet's The Haunted and History Channel's Haunted History, for a presentation about their previous paranormal investigations. Following the ORBS talk, stick around for a costume contest, games, refreshments, and tarot card readings. There is no cost to attend. Wakeman Masquerade Ball: Beginning at 6 p.m., at Vermillion Valley Vineyards, located at 11005 Gore Orphanage Road. Step into an enchanting evening at the Second Annual "Hello Fall, Masquerade Ball." The event will feature DJ Hook spinning all the hits, plenty of dancing, estate wines, unique vendors and mouthwatering food trucks. Costumes are highly encouraged. Though the masquerade theme adds an elegant flair, don't be afraid to let your Halloween spirit shine. Whether you arrive in a glamorous gown with a mask or your most creative spooktacular costume, make sure it reflects your fabulousness. There will be prizes given to the best costume. There is no cost to attend. SATURDAY Sandusky Family Walk in the Fall: From 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., at the Sandusky Mall, located at 4314 Milan Road. Get your walking shoes on and get ready to show your support to the community by walking the mall for a good cause. All proceeds will benefit Heartbeat of Sandusky. WGGN will be holding a live remote and visit with community organizations for handouts, literature and information on services available to the community. Sponsor a walker, register as a walker with a sponsor, or sponsor yourself. You can pre-register by calling 419-625-9511 or register the day of the event. Fall Into Birding Festival: Beginning at 8 a.m. at Pipe Creek Wildlife Area located at the end of River Road. Come celebrate World Migratory Bird Day. Attendees will meet at Pipe Creek Wildlife Management Area at 8 am for some birding and presentations from local conservation organizations. Next we will hop on bikes and bird along the Sandusky Bay Pathway all the way to the Shelby Street Boat launch. Along the way, you will stop to hear more about current and future greenspaces. If you are unable to ride your own bike, there will be two pedicabs to help transport people. Also, if you don't have binoculars, there will be a small number to lend. The bike ride will end at noon around Shelby Street Boat launch, after a 7 mile round trip. Following a break, we will reconvene at the Paddle Bar for Brews and Birds from 5 - 7 p.m. This event is free but we suggest that donations be made to Back to the Wild at backtothewild.org. To secure your spot, visit shoresandislands.com/event/fall-into-birding/49422. Genealogy Club: From 11 a.m. – noon, at the Sandusky Library, located at 114 W. Adams Street. The Sandusky Library has many resources available to you to enhance your family research. Meet and share research strategies, find support to overcoming roadblocks, or tell your ancestry story. Come to create a network of genealogy friends and increase your skills. All levels of experience are welcome. This event takes place on the second Saturday of every month. Love on the Lake: From 1 –4 p.m., at the Sandusky Book Bar, located at 2101 W. Perkins Avenue. It's time for another Steamy Adult Book Fair. We're making it bigger this time with 7 romance authors across various romance sub-genres, plus bookish vendors so you can grab up all the coolest swag. Chat with romance authors, grab a specialty drink, and load up your steamy romance to-be-read list. There is no cost to attend. Huron Fall Festival Farm Market: From 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., at the Chef's Garden, located at 1517 Scheid Road. Celebrate the season with a day filled with delicious food, festive flavors, and local charm. Enjoy bites from food trucks like Naughty Lobstah and Frankie Lynn's Hotdog Cart, indulge in fresh donuts and apple cider, then shop the full selection of farm-fresh fruits and vegetables. Plus, browse unique artisan goods from local vendors. Bring your family, your appetite and your love for autumn. Lakeside 29th Annual Lakeside-Marblehead Lighthouse Festival: From 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., at various locations within the community. This free, peninsula-wide event includes fun for the whole family with tours of the Marblehead Lighthouse and the Wolcott Keeper's House, live entertainment, children's games and crafts, a pumpkin-decorating contest, more than 100 arts and crafts vendors, a farmers' market, hayrides and much more. The event is organized by Lakeside Chautauqua and the Marblehead Peninsula Chamber of Commerce. Helena Chateau Winery Fall Fest: From 11 a.m. – 7 p.m., at Chateau Winery & Vineyard, located at 525 SR 635. Celebrate the season with a day full of community and fun featuring a variety of unique vendors and live music that will keep the energy going all day long. Whether you're shopping, savoring delicious flavors, or enjoying great tunes, this inaugural Fall Festival is the perfect way to spend a crisp autumn Saturday. Berlin Heights Apple Peak Harvest Gathering: From 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., at Quarry Hill Orchards, located at 8403 Mason Road #1. Quarry Hill Orchards has teamed up with local and regional favorites to bring a full day of flavors, engaging activities and unique keepsakes for all ages. Here's what you can expect: apple picking, wagon rides, pumpkin palace and haystack tower, food trucks, Quarry Hill wine, a vendor market, live music, face painting, crafts and more. This community event is open to the public and free to attend. Bellevue Sourdough Noodle Workshop: From 10 a.m. – noon, at Cherry City Honey located at 1000 CR 312. Join Cherry City Honey in the cozy Honeycomb Classroom for a fun and interactive Sourdough Noodle Workshop. In this 2-hour class, you'll learn how to make delicious, homemade noodles using sourdough. Each participant will create and take home their own nest of noodles to enjoy later. This hands-on workshop is a wonderful way to learn, laugh, and share the experience with others who love good food and creativity. Spaces are limited— reserve your spot for $19.99 by calling 419-217-8226 today and discover the joy of homemade sourdough noodles. MONDAY Sandusky Ships, Shipping, Shipwrecks and Genealogy: From 6 – 7 p.m., at the Sandusky Library located a 114 W. Adams Street. For all of history, humans have relied on the Great Lakes as a transportation system as well as a source of important resources. Shipping on the Great Lakes could be dangerous and shipwrecks were unfortunately common. Many family histories were shaped by the Great Lakes and through this program we will explore the ships, shipping and shipwrecks of the Great Lakes, as well as the historic sources that genealogists can use to discover those stories. Elmore Banned Book Bingo: From 5:30 – 6:30 p.m., at Harris-Elmore Public Library, located at 328 Toledo Street. Celebrate the freedom to read with a round or two of Banned Book Bingo. Each card is filled with books that have been banned or challenged. As titles are are called out, you'll learn surprising facts about why they were challenged - some reasons might shock you. TUESDAY Sandusky Podge Pumpkins: From 6 – 7 p.m., at Venue 634, located at 634 Columbus Avenue. Join Stick it Babe for a hands-on craft night where you'll decorate 2 plastic pumpkins using autumn themed papers, textures and creative flair. No carving, no painting… perfect for kids and beginners. All Venue 634 workshops include snacks from Sweet Potato Catering and unlimited beer, wine, seltzers, and soft drinks. Don't feel like crafting but don't want to miss out on the fun? A social ticket is for you! Join the fun with access to the event and unlimited food and beverages. Tickets are $45. To secure your spot, call 419-515-8262. Norwalk Creepy Crawlers: From 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. at Norwalk Public Library, located at 46 W. Main Street. Learn fun facts about the world's creepiest crawlers, then examine bug specimens and fabricate a pet pest. The event is geared for those in kindergarten through 2nd grade. There is no cost to attend. Registration is required and can be completed by visiting norwalk.lib.oh.us. WEDNESDAY Sandusky Poetry Group: From 2 - 3 p.m., at the Sadusky Library located at 114 W. Adams Street. This group aims to help you grow as a poet, no matter what level you're starting from. Feel free to bring a poem you've written so we can workshop it together, but no worries if you don't have material yet: you will spend part of each meeting doing poetry exercises to help everyone get comfortable. Stitch & B*tch: From 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., at the Sandusky Book Bar, located at 2101 W. Perkins Avenue. Grab your crafting and a buddy and come to the Book Bar for this monthly craft event. This is just meant to be a place for folks to work on their crafts outside of the home while being a little social. There is no cover charge, see you there. Norwalk 19th Century Body Snatching: Beginning at 7 p.m., at the Laining-Young Research Center, located at 9 Case Avenue. Just in time for spooky season. Doug Hulett from North Coast Narrative will stop by and present a chilling tale of 19th Century Body Snatching to the Firelands Historical Society and guests. This event is free and open to the public and light refreshments will be served.