Unleash your creativity at Sauder Village’s Explore the Crafts
ARCHBOLD — Sauder Village has announced the return of Explore the Crafts on Sept. 14. Let your creativity shine, and maybe uncover a new pastime, as you explore artforms and trades dating back to the 19th century.
From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., skilled artisans will showcase their handiwork. Guests are invited to roll up their sleeves and participate, offering a unique opportunity to learn directly from the experts and possibly ignite a new passion. Activities include crafting reed ornaments, using a peg loom, printing bookmarks, cordage making, wool carding and candle dipping.
This event is designed for all ages.
Toledo Museum of Art hosts annual Block Party
TOLEDO — The Toledo Museum of Art (TMA) will hold its ninth annual Block Party on Sept. 14 from 3-7 p.m. The free event is open to all ages and will feature live performances, interactive art-making activities and artistic demonstrations.
The block party will take place across the museum’s 37-acre campus including part of Monroe Street, which will be closed to traffic between Parkwood and Scottwood avenues. Activities will extend into the Edward Green Beau-Arts Building where visitors can view the new exhibition, “Ethiopia at the Crossroads,” and into the Glass Pavilion where visitors who preregister will experience an Ethiopian coffee ceremony performed by Yatreda : ያጥሬዳ, an Ethiopian digital artist collective.
For exclusive block party perks, visitors are encouraged to preregister for the even online or by phone before Sept. 12. Non-members will receive a free ticket to the “Ethiopia at the Crossroads” exhibition, and TMA members will receive an “Ethiopia at the Crossroads” souvenir poster.
Admission and parking are free, and outside lawn chairs are allowed. Food trucks will be located on Monroe Street where visitors can purchase refreshments. The event will be held rain or shine.
For more information about the block party, call 419-255-8000 or visit toledomuseum.org.
