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January

30 - 29 Frozentoesen at the Toledo Zoo - Dig the Cool at Frozentoesen! Come shake off your cabin fever at The Toledo Zoo as we celebrate the season we call Frozentoesen! Along with half-price admission, January and February are chock full of activities that are sure to raise your temperature.

*half-price admission only through January & February

Address: The Toledo Zoo, 2700 Broadway Ave. , Toledo, Ohio
Ph: (419) 385-4040 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: info@toledozoo.org
Web: www.toledozoo.org

4 - 7 Greater Toledo Auto Show - The Greater Toledo Auto Show is the perfect stop for car lovers everywhere. From young to old, everyone will be impressed with the new styles of classic models and the yet-to-be-released, up-and-coming new cars. 

Address: SeaGate Convention Centre, 401 Jefferson Ave. , Toledo, Ohio
Ph: (419) 255-3300 (Always call and confirm events)
Web: www.toledo-seagate.com

February

19 - 15 Frozentoesen at the Toledo Zoo - Dig the Cool at Frozentoesen! Come shake off your cabin fever at The Toledo Zoo as we celebrate the season we call Frozentoesen! Along with half-price admission, January and February are chock full of activities that are sure to raise your temperature.

*half-price admission only through January & February

Address: The Toledo Zoo, 2700 Broadway Ave. , Toledo, Ohio
Ph: (419) 385-4040 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: toledozooinfo@toledozoo.org
Web: www.toledozoo.org

19 - 14 Great Lakes RV Dealers Show - Enjoy Northwest Ohio's Largest and Oldest Family RV Show, the Great Lakes RV Dealers Show. See the latest and greatest recreational vehicles available all packed into one location. Packed with tons of RVs to look at, you will be dreaming of the unimaginable weekends spent away with the family in your brand new RV.  Grab the whole family and come on down February 8th through March 2nd there is something for everyone.

Address: SeaGate Convention Centre, 401 Jefferson Ave. , Toledo, Ohio
Ph: (419) 255-3300 (Always call and confirm events)
Web: www.toledo-seagate.com

2 - 4 Annual House and Home Show - Looking for ideas to perk up your living space or thinking about building that dream home? Then you don't want to miss Northwest Ohio's premier home show, the Annual House & Home Show, featuring over 150 exhibitors with everything imaginable for home construction and improvement.

Address: SeaGate Convention Centre, 401 Jefferson Ave. , Toledo, Ohio
Ph: (419) 255-3300 (Always call and confirm events)
Web: www.toledo-seagate.com

5 - 10 National Engineers Week - Explore the world of building and structures with special activities to celebrate.

Address: COSI Toledo, 1 Discovery Way , Toledo, Ohio
Ph: (419) 244-2674 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: cosi@cositoledo.org
Web: www.cositoledo.org

March

17 - 25 Sandsational Spring Break at COSI - Why travel over 800 miles to get to the beach when you can come to COSI and experience a Sandsational Spring Break. Take a ride on the BOYO, COSI's own human YoYo, one of only 2 in the U.S. Bring the whole family for a day trip where we have fun down to a science.

Address: COSI Toledo, 1 Discovery Way , Toledo, Ohio
Ph: (419) 244-2674 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: cornathan@cositoledo.org
Web: www.cositoledo.org

23 - 25 Toledo Home and Garden Show - At the Toledo Home and Garden Show you will be able to experience and view some of the most progressive products ranging from exhibits of garden displays to outdoor lighting and home improvements.

Address: SeaGate Convention Centre, 401 Jefferson Ave. , Toledo, Ohio
Ph: (419) 471-0101 (Always call and confirm events)
Web: www.toledo-seagate.com

2 - 3 Shen Yun Performing Arts - The world's premier classical Chinese dance company returns to Toledo.
There was a time long when China was known as Tian Chao ( 天朝 ) - the Land of the Divine. The arts and culture there were considered so exquisite and vibrant that they could only have been bestowed by the heavens. People were virtuous and strove to be worthy of them.
Based in New York, Shen Yun Performing Arts seeks to revive this once-majestic tradition by creating a production worthy in its beauty of this noble history. In 2012, Shen Yun will bring all-new-program accompanied with all-original orchestral compositions to enrich the lives of Toledo audiences in powerful, lasting ways.
Discover the glory of a rich culture brought to life through brilliantly choreographed dance, magnificently costumed dancers, masterful voice tenors, state-of-art digital backdrop and ancient heroic legends and modern courageous tales. Come to discover what art was meant to be. Discover Shen Yun.

Tickets: Ticketmaster: 800-982-ARTS (2787) Box Office: 419-381-8851 Contact: Ohio Falun Dafa Association Phone: 888-488-8628 Email: ShenYunTOL@falundafa-oh.org Websites: http://www.ticketmaster.com/venueartist/65569/1354996 http://www.ShenYun2012.com

Address: Stranahan Theater, 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd. Toledo, OH 43614 , Toledo, Ohio
Ph: 888-488-8628 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: ShenYunTOL@falundafa-oh.org
Web: www.shenyunperformingarts.org/shenyun2012/c
Fee: $135, $99, $89, $50

9 Great Chili Cook-Off - The Great Chili Cook-Off features a variety of family fun with over 25 chili teams participating. Concessions, a DJ spinning tunes, adult beverages, chef demonstrations and children's activities are all part of the festival atmosphere. Come join us for the "hottest" event in town. Donations at the door.

Address: Great Hall of the Stranahan Theater, 645 Heatherdowns Blvd. , Toledo, Ohio
Ph: (419) 255-7806 (Always call and confirm events)

June

8 - 9 Annual Crosby Festival of the Arts - Crosby Festival of the Arts has always been known as our region's original, premiere fine arts festival. Festival-goers will continue to see stunning work from many exciting new artists as well as their returning favorites.

In addition to the exquisite artwork, visitors will enjoy live entertainment throughout the weekend, a delicious selection of edibles, childrens activities in the Children's Artistic Payhouse, a beer garden, and much more!

Address: 5403 Elmer Drive , Toledo, Ohio
Ph: (419) 936-2986 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: eventsmanager@toledogarden.org
Web: www.toledogarden.org

September

17 The Big Feed - Have you ever seen a giraffe's tongue up close or wondered how the Zoo encourages the animals to remain active and stimulated in their enclosure? Here is your opportunity! Throughout the day visitors will see many of their favorite animals, from sharks to cheetahs to the Komodo dragon, devour thier dinners while interpreters describe what's going on. Visitors will also learn about enrichment - activities that create a more stimulating enviroment and encourage species-typical and appropriate behaviors - and have an opportunity to make enrichment items for Zoo animals or their own pet.

Address: The Toledo Zoo, 2700 Broadway Ave. , Toledo, Ohio
Ph: (419) 385-4040 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: info@toledozoo.org
Web: www.toledozoo.org

October

16 Chainsaw Creek Haunted Attraction - A legendary ghost town has arisen from the long buried and forgotten mire of the Black Swamp. This October a supernatural town with a sinister past has arisen to tell us a story of dread. Chainsaw Creek is a frightfully welcome addition to haunted attraction scene in NW Ohio.-The Scare Factor, Our attractions include Four bone chilling houses. The Butcher Shop, Carnevil, Haunted Prison and The Black Swamp.

Address: Westfield Franklin Park Mall, 5001 Monroe St. (Sylvaina Ave. Side) , Toledo, Ohio
Ph: (419) 343-7478 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: chainsawcreek@sbcglobal.net
Web: www.chainsawcreek.com

3 - 4 Little Boo at the Zoo - "Little Boo" is the perfect Halloween party for pre-schoolers who may be too young to enjoy Pumpkin Path.  Themed trick-or-treat stations, animal demonstrations (weather permitting) and the Fisher Price play area!  Costumes are encouraged!

The event takes place 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. in the Main Plaza & Broadway Pavilion.  There is an additional fee to participate in the "Little Boo" activities.

Address: The Toledo Zoo, 2700 Broadway Ave. , Toledo, Ohio
Ph: (419) 385-4040 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: info@toledozoo.org
Web: www.toledozoo.org

5 - 6 Pumpkin Path - Calling all ghosts and goblins... It's Toledo's favorite Halloween tradition - the annual Pumpkin Path! Featuring more than 20 themed trick-or-treat stations, mystifying performances, interactive games and activities - this is one "spooktacular" event you will not want to miss!

Address: The Toledo Zoo, 2700 Broadway Ave. , Toledo, Ohio
Ph: (419) 385-4040 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: info@toledozoo.org
Web: www.toledozoo.org

November

17 - 15 Lights Before Christmas - During the holiday season, the Toledo Zoo is transformed into a winter wonderland. The "Lights Before Christmas" holiday event features over ONE MILLION lights, over 200 images of your favorite animals, ice-carving demonstrations on Thursday evenings, carolers, holiday treats, and visits with Santa in the Indoor Theatre. Also be sure to check out our 80-foot Norway Spruce located behind the Conservatory. Adorned with over 32,000 lights, this spruce boasts more lights than the famous Christmas tree in New York City's Rockefeller Center! You can also find unique gifts and souvenirs in the North Star Trading Post gift shop. Don't miss out on this family tradition!

Back by popular demand! The dynamic "Dancing Lights" show, utilizing state-of-the-art LED wide-angle mini lights, synchronized to classic holiday tunes. The show, which will be repeated throughout the evening for visitors? convenience, is located in a large grove of trees near Cheetah Valley.

Address: The Toledo Zoo, 2700 Broadway , Toledo, Ohio
Ph: (419) 385-5721 (Always call and confirm events)
Web: www.toledozoo.org

17 - 15 GlassWear -

around the world. GlassWear explores a new chapter in the history of art jewelry that will impact the future development of contemporary jewelry. Techniques included range from borosilicates to dichroic and iridescent glass. The production of intense color effects and advanced processes create new glass forms like nothing you have seen before. GlassWear will be on view in Galleries 2 & 3 in the Glass Pavilion. 

Organized and circulated by the Museum of Arts & Design, New York, NY. Curated by Ursula Ilse-Neuman, Curator, Museum of Arts & Design.

Address: Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe Street , Toledo, Ohio
Ph: (419) 255-8000 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: information@toledomuseum.org
Web: www.toledomuseum.org

December

22 - 24 Heralding the Holidays - The 19 Resident Organizations at Toledo Botanical Garden have joined together to present the popular annual winter festival, Heralding the Holidays. The event is completely free and open to the public.

Friday night features beautiful luminaria bathing the gardens in candlelight. All weekend long visitors will enjoy festive entertainment, children's activities, an ice carver, Santa Clause, refreshments and more. Heralding the Holidays offers a unique and beautiful environment for holiday shopping as each of the participating organizations will have wonderful arts, crafts and other gifts available for purchase!

Address: Toledo Botanical Garden, 5403 Elmer Dr. , Toledo, Ohio
Ph: (419) 936-2986 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: receptionist@toledogarden.org
Web: www.toledogarden.org
Fee: Free

Attractions and Upcoming Events

Raceway Park

Enjoy horse racing excitement at Toledo's showplace of harness racing! Cheer from trackside, watch from an enclosed grandstand or enjoy dinner with an outstanding view in the Crazy Horse Restaurant. Live harness racing March 21 - November 11

Toledo, OH Race Tracks


Fifi's Restaurant

The internationally known restaurant, Fifi's has been open since October 1, 1980.  The menu features dining that is unique to the Toledo community.  Mobil Travel Guide has awarded Fifi's it three star rating for 15 consecutive years.

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South Toledo Golf Club & Golf Dome

South Toledo Golf Club is a full service year-around facility. We are open 364 days a year. South Toledo Golf Club has a 18 hole golf course, Snack Bar, Indoor winter Golf Dome, PGA Professional instruction&

Toledo, OH Golf Courses

Zia's Italian Restaurant

Where we make you feel like family! Featuring generous pasta dishes, home-style Italian meats, chicken, fish and pizza in a fun festive atmosphere. Open seven days a week for dinner. Reservations accepted. Private dining available. All major credit cards accepted.

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