Community Events

See what Community Events are going on, that you can attend or even volunteer at.

Frogtown Fair

Frogtown Fair is a free community event to provide homeowners and families with doable ideas and local resources for green living and to promote cooperation among local businesses, agencies and organizations striving for a sustainable community.  This year’s event is scheduled for Saturday, August 7th, from 9 am to 1 pm at the Erie Street Market.  Attendees will enjoy exhibits, demos, how-to workshops, recycling and other public involvement activities, activities for children and youth and food provided by local vendors.

 

We are looking for volunteers to help with the activities for children and youth. Help with set up and tear down is welcome as well. See Volunteer Registration Form.

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BeInstrumental - Pepsi Refresh Project

Please help BeInstrumental - a local non-profit founded by EPIC Members - win $50k!   They are currently sitting at number 6, and are in position to win the money, however, they need our daily support. Please vote today and every day through the end of July at http://www.refresheverything.com/beinstrumental     

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Mud Hens Baseball, Brats & Beer Tasting presented by Goose Island and FM104 WIOT

Wednesday, July 28, 2010 from 6 pm to 8 pm (sampled beers will be available for purchase after 8 pm)

The Roost (3rd Floor at Fifth Third Field)

$40 per ticket (limited to only 100 tickets available!)

Includes: Twenty (20) 2 oz. beer samples from 6 pm to 8 pm, an all-you-can-eat buffet, Mud Hens game ticket, and a Mud Hens/Goose Island beer glass.

There is also a $30 designated driver ticket that included unlimited non-alcoholic drinks, the beer glass and buffet dinner.  

Beers to be sampled include:

1.  Goose Island IPA

2.  Goose Island Summertime

3.  Goose Island 312

4.  Widmer Drifter Top

5.  Widmer Drop Top

6.  Redhook Longhammer

7.  Shock Top

8.  Landshark

9.  Stone Mill Organic

10.  Beach Bum  

*Must be at least 21 years of age to attend.

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Lose the Training Wheels

There is a program being offered this summer for individuals with disabilities aged 8 - ? that want to learn to ride a bike and have been unsuccessful. It is called "Lose the Training Wheels". My son - John Ross (age 12) participated in this program two years ago and was 100% successful. He and I recently went on a 10 mile bike ride and it was great!!

This camp is being offered at Tam O Shanter complex this summer from July 26 - July 30 and is sponsored by Lucas County Board of MR/DD and Autism Society and Special Olympics of Ohio. It is in dire need of the following:

Participants - If you know somebody interested in being learning to ride a bike - Contact Tracy Bruno at 419-380-5175

Volunteers - We are looking for 16 year olds and older who are willing to run, encourage the riders and run some more. We need a minimum of two volunteers per rider and we plan on having about 32 riders.

Volunteers ideally can consistently volunteer for the full week for either the morning, afternoon or the full day shifts. See flyer attached for more information. Contact Lisa Comes w/ questions 419-265-4339 or Tracy Bruno at 419-380-5175

Monetary donations - we are in need of monetary donations as this is an expensive event. A national non profit company travels around the United STates running this program and all their expenses are needed.

We also need funds to help defray the cost of prizes, tshirts, etc.

Participants pay $200 for the one week camp and if we raise enough money we will be able to lower that cost. Give me a call if you feel that you could assist in this area. 419-265-4339 Lisa Comes

Other donations - We are in need for donated prizes (Cedar Point Tickets, Mud Hens Tickets, gift cards, anything that an individual over the age of 8 would enjoy.) Donated t-shirts (we need about 60) and water bottles. If you feel that you could help in this way please contact me.

I have copied the link to the Lose the Training Wheels program which you can check out on line.

www.losethetrainingwheels.org

Thank you so much for taking the time out to read and please consider assisting this very rewarding and important project.

Thanks again - and I look forward to hearing from you!!!!

Lisa Comes  419-265-4339

lcomes@lucasdd.org    csemoc@bex.net

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Cherished Friends of Ahava presents: 2010 Golf FORE Hope

 

We’re excited to announce the 5th annual Golf FORE Hope tournament to benefit Cherished Friends of Ahava, a nonprofit program offering complimentary spa and wellness services to people diagnosed with cancer.

 

We invite you to participate in this fund-raising event on Saturday, August 14, at Hidden Hills Gold Course, 4886 Sandusky County Rd. 16 in Woodville, Ohio. In addition to 18 holes of golf, the tournament features a steak dinner and refreshments. Prizes will be awarded during a special tournament ceremony.

 

Registration begins at 9 a.m. with a shotgun start at 9:30 a.m. Cost is $70 per person ($280 per four-person team). Tickets are available by completing the enclosed form or by calling Stacey Rychener, Cherished Friends of Ahava board president, at 419.308.1764.

 

Proceeds benefit our Special Guest Program which was created to “ensure those diagnosed with cancer feel cherished, regardless of their financial, emotional, physical, or spiritual status.” Ahava is a Hebrew word for “Cherished One.” Special Guests receive a complimentary spa day at the Ahava Spa & Wellness Center in downtown Toledo where services provided include a water room treatment, an hour massage, a facial, manicure, pedicure, scalp treatment, makeup application, and shampoo and style or wig consultation (wigs, if needed, are provided at no charge). During the last six years more than 400 Special Guests have been served as a result of fund-raising efforts such as the annual Golf FORE Hope tournament.

 

We hope you will join us in our mission through sponsorship, participation, and prayers.

 

To Register:
Please Call 419.308.1764
Email: Ahavamarketing@yahoo.com
or Visit Ahava at 34 S. St. Clair
Toledo, Oh

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YMCA Storer Camps  Women's Adventure and Wellness Weekend

September 10-12, 2010

Challenge your Spirit, Mind, Body

Located on 1,200 acres in the beautiful Irish Hills of Southeast Michigan, YMCA Storer Camps provide the perfect setting for Women’s Adventure and Wellness Weekend. Spend this women’s weekend with your friends or take the opportunity to get away by yourself, meet new people and learn new skills.

Accommodations

While you stay with us for the weekend, choose the accommodations that best suit your needs. Nestled within the forest are our cabins. These rustic buildings, that sleep up to twelve women, have wooden bunk style beds with bathroom facilities nearby. Centrally located, our lodges offer a more modern lifestyle for your stay at camp. Each lodge contains a center lounge area with a fireplace and four sleeping units. The units accommodate up to twelve women each in bunk style beds with attached restrooms and showering facilities.

Malachi Dining Hall will serve as an area to enjoy fellowship around the fireplace and wholesome, nutritious meals. Breakfast and lunch will be served buffet style offering many choices and a relaxed atmosphere. Dinner will be served family style, allowing for a fun and relaxing experience.

Visit

http://rsvpwomen.ymcastorercamps.org to register.

YMCA Max Member and early registration discounts available.