“The Carter Historic Farm grounds are free and open daily to all from 8:00 am until 30 minutes past sunset. *Farm Buildings are open Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 1:00 – 4:00 pm. *hours may change- Please call ahead to schedule a tour. The Carter Historic Farm is a working farm and living-history cultural heritage center interpreted to the Depression-era. *Please note: this is a working farm, so be careful of, and watch out for farm machinery and animals.”
This cabaret-style club for ages 21 & over features comedy acts a Southern-style dinner menu.
Since its founding in 1901, the Toledo Museum of Art has earned a global reputation for the quality of its collections, innovative and extensive education programs and architecturally significant campus. The Museum seeks to become the model art museum in the country, with over 30,000 pieces it is leading the way in genuinely and creatively engaging its communities and fostering a sense of belonging for all its audiences.
Sawyer Quarry Nature Preserve is a wonderful park property that was donated by the Sawyer family. The site is an old limestone quarry with stairs going down into the quarry. There are artifacts, varying elevations and geological features to explore.
White Star Beach/Quarry is located within White Star Park, including a campground, a scuba diving location, barn and cabins and a constructed wetland. Becoming even more popular in the summer of 2022 due to multiple posts on a Facebook group, ‘Ohio Road Trips’ because of it’s crystal clear waters, White Star Beach is a nice drive from Perrysburg and is open Noon-8pm in the summer. *hours may change
“The modest suites feature free Wi-Fi, TVs and pull-out sofas, plus mini fridges, microwaves and coffeemakers. Themed suites add faux log cabins and in-room caves, plus bunk beds, whirlpool tubs and balconies; some have loft-style bedrooms and fireplaces. Amenities include an indoor water park, and a grand lobby with kid’s evening entertainment, plus an ice cream-themed children’s spa, and a fitness center. Multiple dining options including a grill-style restaurant and a donut cafe are also available.”
“Wintergarden/St. John’s Nature Preserve provides miles of hiking/walking trails with many loop options that meander through acres and acres of forests and prairie meadows. Full time naturalists on staff host a variety of programs year round. These programs are designed to educate the public about the plants and animals that live in our area. Cultural and historical programs are also offered to help visitors understand the human impact on our resources while often encouraging a hands-on approach to learning. The staff Naturalists also act as restoration managers on the site by eliminating non-native plants and encouraging the growth of plant species that were historically part of our local ecosystem.”
Experience the very best of autumn at Pumpkin Pete’s and Gwen’s Gourds – mazes, pumpkin patch, cider and donuts, music, crafts, and so much more!
Scarysburg Haunted Corn Maze is October 14 & 15, 2022 from 7-11pm, $10 cash only
Opened in 2005, the Nature Center at the preserve offers various educational opportunities including a Lookout on Nature Area (LOONA), perfect for bird watching. While at the preserve, visit the Nature Playscape, the pollinator and sensory gardens.
The National Museum of the Great Lakes tells the awe-inspiring stories of our Great Lakes through breathtaking photography, over 300 incredible artifacts, a number of powerful audiovisual displays and 40 hands-on interactive exhibits including the 617-foot iron ore freighter Col. James M. Schoonmaker Museum Ship and the historic Museum Tug Ohio.
The Toledo Zoo & Aquarium, located in Toledo, Ohio, is a member of the World Association of Zoos and Aquariums and is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. The Toledo Zoo & Aquarium houses over 10,000 individual animals from 720 species. They currently participate in over 80 species survival programs and have over 57,000 members and 1 million visitors a year.
“Cedar Point is a 364-acre amusement park located on a Lake Erie peninsula in Sandusky, Ohio. Opened in 1870, it is considered the second-oldest operating amusement park in the United States. Known as “America’s Roller Coast”, Cedar Point is home to 70 rides, including 17 world-class roller coasters (fourth most in the world), the Cedar Point Shores Waterpark and many shows.”
“Wood County Museum, located in Bowling Green, Ohio, the Museum was formerly a county poor farm from 1869-1971. Today it hosts exhibits, tours, and events to uncover Wood County’s unique local history. The museum grounds are part of the Wood County Park District and house an herb garden, oil derrick, and more.”
Explore Woodlands Park for its all-inclusive Fort Imagination and Stroll the 14-piece sculpture exhibition, now in its third year!
Free, Public Art Exhibition is on display from August 2023 through August 2024 and docent tours can be booked by CLICKING HERE or tour the pieces on your own – by car or by foot.
CLICK HERE to see the latest showtimes and purchase your tickets online for a movie at Cinemark Levis Commons 12.
The 1,000-foot long Ribbon is a paved, loop trail that is refrigerated in winter to provide 25,000-square-feet of ice skating surface with rolling hills and soft curves. It includes a 5,000-square-foot ice skating rink called the Pond that is suitable for beginning skaters and events. Fourteen miles of tubing under the pavement supplies refrigerant to the surface, while a Zamboni ice resurfacing machine will maintain a smooth skating surface. Ice skating is available throughout the cold weather season with the inaugural skating season. Admissions and skate rental will be available at the Market Hall building located near The Ribbon. Advanced reservations are required.
In warm weather, The Ribbon will be a multi-purpose trail that will be free to use for walking, roller skating and scooters.
“Imagination Station is a non-profit, hands-on science museum located on the Maumee riverfront in downtown Toledo, Ohio. The facility has over 300 exhibits for “children of all ages.” The museum opened in 1997 as COSI.”