Community Calendar — April 5 and beyond

April 5

WHAT: Prizes will be awarded to all winners, refreshments are served, open to the public
WHEN: 2 p.m.
WHERE: The Vineyard on Catawba's Community Center, 3820 E. Vineyard Village Dr., Port Clinton
COST: $1 donation per card
INFO: 419-797-3100

WHAT: In the synoptic gospels, the Last Supper that Jesus ate with his disciples was a Passover dinner, a time to celebrate God’s freeing of the Hebrews from slavery in Egypt. Jews throughout the world still celebrate Passover, usually in a family meal called a Seder (SAY-der). Come participate in this Christian version of the Seder — a meal that combines tradition and innovation, appealing to all of our senses and involving all of us in telling the story of God in history. This year’s Seder will be built around a meal, so come hungry and ready to participate.
WHEN: 6 p.m.
WHERE: Firelands Presbyterian Church, 2626 East Harbor Rd, Port Clinton (one-half mile west of Walmart)
INFO: Sign up by calling the office at 419-734-6211; firelandschurch.org

WHAT: This group is for anyone who has been touched by Autism and is free and open to the public. Facilitated by the Ottawa County Board of Developmental Disabilities, the group offers a way for caregivers and family members to connect with others to share information and resources about Autism Spectrum Disorders. Registration is not required.
WHEN: 6:30 p.m. the first Thursday of each month
WHERE: Magruder Hospital Conference Center
INFO: 419-898-0400

WHAT: Strength training helps prevent age-related muscle loss, in addition to keeping bones and metabolism strong.
WHEN: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m
WHERE: Magruder Conference Center
COST: $4 per session
INFO: 419-732-4061

WHEN: 5 to 7:30 p.m. every Friday during Lent
WHERE: Port Clinton Knights of Columbus Hall, 109 E. Perry St.
COST: All-you-can-eat Pollock dinner is $10; perch or shrimp dinner is $13.50
INFO: Call Jerry Arnold at 419-341-3743

WHAT: Are you interested in learning more about the Bald Eagles that live at Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge? Join refuge staff and volunteers for an informal bus tour of the refuge. Registrations are required and will be accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis. Another tour is set for April 19. To sign up, call 419-898-0014.
WHEN: 10 a.m. to noon
WHERE: Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge; entrance is located 16 miles west of Port Clinton on Ohio 2
INFO: fws.gov/midwest/Ottawa

WHAT: Sponsored by The Friends of East Harbor
WHERE: East Harbor, 1169 N. Buck Road, Marblehead, in front of the Camp Store
WHEN: 2 p.m.
INFO: 419-734-4424

WHAT: Local bake sales provide inspiration and support for individuals, communities and businesses to help fight pediatric cancer
WHEN: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
WHERE: Portage Township Community Room, 2501 E. State Road
INFO: cookiesforkidscancer.org

WHAT: The theme is “Water Marks”, a look at how images of water permeate the life of Christ, and our life “in Christ”, as we experience a washing and renewal that carries us through death into new life.
WHEN: Noon – 1 p.m.
WHERE: First United Church of Christ, 802 Prairie Street, Marblehead
COST: There will be a free-will offering and collection of food items to benefit the Danbury Food Pantry.

WHAT: Thirty minutes of stories, songs and finger plays intended for children ages 2 and 3 with a caregiver. No registration required.
WHEN: 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m.
INFO: 419-732-3212

WHAT: Strength training helps prevent age-related muscle loss, in addition to keeping bones and metabolism strong.
WHEN: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m
WHERE: Magruder Conference Center
COST: $4 per session
INFO: 419-732-4061

WHAT: Twenty to 25 minutes of stories, songs, finger plays, and rhymes intended for children ages 6 months to 23 months with caregiver. In the morning only, play and social time will follow for those who participate in the program. No registration is required.
WHEN: 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m.
WHERE: Ida Rupp Public Library
INFO: 419-732-3212

WHAT: Monthly support group for people who care for an older, disabled or ill family member or friend so caregivers can learn and share about their role and the resources available to help them with this challenging job. The facilitators are Michele Mueller of Home Instead and Jody Strickling of Otterbein North Shore.
WHEN: 6:30 p.m. the second Wednesday of each month
WHERE: Magruder Hospital Conference Center
INFO: 419-734-5050

WHAT: Cholesterol (Total/LDL/HDL/Triglycerides), blood pressure and glucose screening is offered the second Thursday of every month. For appointments, call 419-734-3131, ext. 3420,
WHERE: Magruder Hospital
WHEN: 1 p.m. the second Thursday of each month
COST: $16
INFO: www.magruderhospital.com

WHAT: Strength training helps prevent age-related muscle loss, in addition to keeping bones and metabolism strong.
WHEN: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m
WHERE: Magruder Conference Center
COST: $4 per session
INFO: 419-732-4061

WHAT: Time is spent sharing ideas, recipes, resources and encouragement. Coffee, tea and water will be provided
WHEN: Noon
WHERE: Magruder Hospital Conference Center
INFO: www.magruderhospital.com and click on the events calendar