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Penta Career Center ‘Cruise-In’ draws largest crowd yet

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On October 4, Penta Career Center hosted its 12th Cruise-In car show at the Perrysburg Township campus. The decision to reschedule it from the previous week due to inclement weather proved a wise choice as clear skies and mild weather drew a large crowd.

BGSU to host activities for partial solar eclipse

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Next year, much of northwestern Ohio will be in the direct path of a once-in-alifetime total solar eclipse. Ahead of the momentous event, the region will experience a partial eclipse on Saturday, October 14, and Bowling Green State University is holding free community activities, including a viewing session.

Community Calendar

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To include your organization’s activities, mail or drop off the details to the Rossford Record Journal, 130 Louisiana Avenue, PO Box 267, Perrysburg, Ohio 43552. Or send an e-mail, with the date, time and location, to dianaw@perrysburg.com. The deadline is Friday at noon.

Halloween parade to be held October 29

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The Rossford recreation department and Rossford Business Association (RBA) will hold their annual Halloween parade on Sunday, October 29. Residents are encouraged to support the RBA as funds are raised for entertainment in the parade, competition prizes and other activities.

Rossford Senior Center

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The Wood County Committee on Aging 400 Dixie Highway, in the Rossford Community Recreation Center Lunch reservations requested by 4 p.m. on the preceding day Programs and lunches for all area residents at least 60 years of age.

Grand Rapids arts council to hold Harvest Moon Gala

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The Grand Rapids Arts Council will host a Harvest Moon Gala on Sunday, October 15, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., at Nazareth Hall, 21211 West River Road. The fund-raising event includes a sit-down dinner prepared by the Nazareth Hall chef, a silent auction, door prizes, 50/50 raffle and entertainment.

Red Cross volunteer recruitment event set

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The American Red Cross Northern Ohio Region has an urgent need for volunteers in several critical roles. The organization will host a recruitment event on Wednesday, October 25, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Toledo Toy Show to be held October 14

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The Toledo Toy Show will return to Total Sports in Rossford on Saturday, October 14, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. More than 200 tables will feature Nascar, Hot wheels, Barbie, Star Wars, Matchbox cars, Tonka, Pez, dolls, trains, tractors, sports cards, slot cars, models, comics, tin toys, action figures, diecast trucks, cartoon characters and more collectible toys.