Things To Do in Perrysburg, Ohio – May 2015 – Spring is finally here and it’s time to get outside and explore all the great things that Perrysburg, OH. has to offer; there’s something for everyone to do this Spring! Check out these 5 great events in Perrysburg, OH. happening in May 2015.
FARMERS MARKET
Date: 05.07.15
Time: 3:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Location: Downtown Perrysburg – Louisiana Avenue at Front Street Perrysburg, OH 43551
Get Fresh at the Perrysburg Farmers Market with over 50 vendors offering a variety of items including local fruit and vegetables, plants, cut flowers, prepared foods, unique crafts and gifts for the garden. Open rain or shine. Thursdays, May 7th through October 8th, 2015.
FRIDAY NIGHT CRUISE IN
Date: 05.08.15
Time: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Location: Commodore Schoolyard – 140 E. Indiana Ave. Perrysburg, OH 43551
Historic Perrysburg’s Cruise In, presented by O~Deer Diner, is on Fridays from May 1st through October 9th, 2015. All car makes and models welcome. Free registration, driver’s pool, prizes, music, 50/50 raffle and more! Register at the event or at O~Deer Diner, 416 Louisiana Ave.
FORT MEIGS FIBER ARTS SPINNING CLASS
Date: 05.09.15
Time: 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Location: Fort Meigs – 29100 West River Rd. Perrysburg, OH 43551
Spinning fibers into yarn is an ancient trade. Now you can learn how to spin in this new workshop taught by Susan Cayton, one of Fort Meigs’ long-time volunteers.
Participants will learn how to prepare fibers, use a wooden drop spindle, and try several different makes of spinning wheels. All will have the opportunity to create a piece of their own and take it home! Cost is $40 dollars per person, $35 for OHC members, and includes all required materials and supplies. Hours: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Workshop size is limited to the first 10 people registered. Pre-registration is required.
DRUMS AT THE RAPIDS: MINIATURE WAR GAMING CONFERENCE
Date: May 15 – 16, 2015
Location: Fort Meigs – 29100 West River Rd. Perrysburg , OH 43551
Fight epic battles on a small scale Friday and Saturday in the Visitor Center when we host HMGSGL’s wargaming conference. Many time periods will be represented from Roman wars to WWII. Warfare on the land, sea, and air will be re-created on tabletop battlefields. Admission to participate is $12 per day or $18 for both days which includes admission to the site. Regular site admission applies for those who wish to watch but not participate. Co-sponsored by the Historical Miniatures Gaming Society, Great Lakes Chapter.
FORT MEIGS MEMORIAL DAY COMMEMORATION
Date: 05.25.15
Time: 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Location: Fort Meigs – 29100 West River Rd. Perrysburg, OH 43551
Join the staff and volunteers of Fort Meigs in honoring our nation’s fallen heroes. War of 1812 soldiers and civilians reenact camp life throughout the day. A special wreath laying ceremony takes place at 2 p.m. at the Fort Meigs Monument. The ceremony ends with a wreath laying and musket salute at the Pennsylvania Monument. Site hours 12:00 – 5:00 p.m.
For more information on these events and to check out other events in Perrysburg, OH. this Spring, check out Visit Perrysburg here.