Erie County Board of Developmental Disabilities

25. Kayaking: Nehl's Nature Park
2026-07-13 09:30 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Erie County Board of Developmental Disabilities, 4405 Galloway Rd, Sandusky, OH, 44870
MONDAY, JULY 13
9:30 AM TO 3:00 PM
NEHL’S NATURE PRESERVE, PORT CLINTON
MEET @ ERIE CBDD
$30.00

Summer day in Port Clinton
Kayak in a new location with our friend Martyn from H2Ohio
Never paddled? Call Jennifer for kayaking lesson before attending
Following paddle will go to Cleats for lunch; money is for lunch

*ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE FOR IN-PERSON ACTIVITIES. PLEASE USE (419) 502-4180 OR COMMUNITYCONNECTIONS@ERIECBDD.ORG TO REGISTER.
Registration through community connections is for Individuals receiving our services*

27. Milan: Summer on the Square
2026-07-13 17:00 - 20:00 | MIlan Square, Main Street, MIlan, OH, 44846, United States
MONDAY, JULY 13
5:00 PM TO 8:00 PM
MILAN SQUARE

Milan hosting ‘Summer on the Square’
Shopping, vendors, food trucks, & more
Let’s check it out; bring money for food/purchases

*ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE FOR IN-PERSON ACTIVITIES. PLEASE USE (419) 502-4180 OR COMMUNITYCONNECTIONS@ERIECBDD.ORG TO REGISTER.
Registration through community connections is for Individuals receiving our services*

29. American Legend: The Big Boy Train
2026-07-14 09:00 - 14:30 | Erie County Board of Developmental Disabilities, 4405 Galloway Rd, Sandusky, OH, 44870
TUESDAY, JULY 14
9:30 AM TO 2:30 PM
FOSTORIA AUTOMOTIVE CENTER
MEET @ ERIE CBDD
$20.00

Big Boy 4014 is the world’s largest opperating steam locomotive
See the train up close at the Fostoria Automotive Center
This event will be VERY BUSY & outside (likely hot)
Expect: limited parking, no seating, rocky paths, & distance walking
Money is for lunch; we will find a local place to eat

*ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE FOR IN-PERSON ACTIVITIES. PLEASE USE (419) 502-4180 OR COMMUNITYCONNECTIONS@ERIECBDD.ORG TO REGISTER.
Registration through community connections is for Individuals receiving our services*

30. Party in the Park with OHgo
2026-07-14 11:30 - 13:30 | Orlando Pace Park, 1130 Wamajo Dr, Sandusky, OH, 44870, United States
TUESDAY, JULY 14
11:30 AM TO 1:30 PM
ORLANDO PACE PARK, SANDUSKY

OHgo needs some help; volunteer for the kids summer park party
Help set up, help w/book mobile or game & hand out lunch
Great way to give back and connect with local neighborhoods

*ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE FOR IN-PERSON ACTIVITIES. PLEASE USE (419) 502-4180 OR COMMUNITYCONNECTIONS@ERIECBDD.ORG TO REGISTER.
Registration through community connections is for Individuals receiving our services*

31. Movie & Dinner: Moana & Chet & Matts Pizza
2026-07-14 15:00 - 20:00 | CInemark Stadium, 4314 MIlan Road, Sandusky, OH, 44870, United States
TUESDAY, JULY 14
3:00 PM TO 8:00 PM
CINEMARK, SANDUSKY
$35.00

Start and end times may vary
Dinner is at Chet & Matts Pizza
Movie is a live action version and family friendly
Cost is for movie and dinner only, bring extra for any movie snacks
Please register for ONE limited movie this month

*ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE FOR IN-PERSON ACTIVITIES. PLEASE USE (419) 502-4180 OR COMMUNITYCONNECTIONS@ERIECBDD.ORG TO REGISTER.
Registration through community connections is for Individuals receiving our services*

33. Music BINGO at Clubhouse No. 3
2026-07-15 18:00 - 20:00 | Clubhouse No. 3, 220 E Water St, Sandusky, OH, 44870
WEDNESDAY, JULY 15
6:00 PM TO 8:00 PM
CLUBHOUSE NO. 3, SANDUSKY

Check out Music BINGO at Clubhouse No. 3
Bring money if you would like to order food or drink
Held in basement; accessible access limited to ‘service elevator’
** Begins at 6:30 PM if you are late you will NOT get a BINGO card

*ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE FOR IN-PERSON ACTIVITIES. PLEASE USE (419) 502-4180 OR COMMUNITYCONNECTIONS@ERIECBDD.ORG TO REGISTER.
Registration through community connections is only for individuals receiving our services*

34. Frisbee Disc Golf
2026-07-16 09:30 - 10:30 | Osborn Park, 3910 Perkins Avenue, Huron, OH, 44839
THURSDAY, JULY 16
9:30 AM TO 10:30 AM
OSBORN PARK, HURON

Play this frisbee game & enjoy the park
Early game to beat the heat
Bug spray, sun screen, and hat recommended
Please bring your own disc if you have them
Learn how local practice can lead to travel & visiting other courses

*ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE FOR IN-PERSON ACTIVITIES. PLEASE USE (419) 502-4180 OR COMMUNITYCONNECTIONS@ERIECBDD.ORG TO REGISTER.
Registration through community connections is for Individuals receiving our services*

35. Third Thursday in Vermilion
2026-07-16 17:00 - 20:00 | Vermilion Library, 5680 Liberty Ave, Vermilion, OH, 44089
THURSDAY, JULY 16
5:00 PM TO 8:00 PM
VERMILLION DOWNTOWN
MEET @ ECBDD OR VERMILION LIBRARY

Free live music while you stroll the sidewalks and browse the shops
Bring money for any purchases
Dress for the weather

*ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE FOR IN-PERSON ACTIVITIES. PLEASE USE (419) 502-4180 OR COMMUNITYCONNECTIONS@ERIECBDD.ORG TO REGISTER.
Registration through community connections is for Individuals receiving our services*

37. Dance to Be Fit
2026-07-17 10:30 - 11:30 | Erie County Senior Center, 620 East Water St, Sandusky, OH, 44870
FRIDAY, JULY 17
10:30 AM TO 11:30 AM
SENIOR CENTER, SANDUSKY

Dance to Be Fit: easy dance movement to be active
Free class at Senior Center; open to all ages
Hosted by Brigette every Friday

*ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE FOR IN-PERSON ACTIVITIES. PLEASE USE (419) 502-4180 OR COMMUNITYCONNECTIONS@ERIECBDD.ORG TO REGISTER.
Registration through community connections is for Individuals receiving our services*

38. Shoreline Park: Puzzles & Lunch
2026-07-17 12:00 - 14:00 | Shoreline Park, 411 E. Shoreline Dr, Sandusky, OH, 44870
FRIDAY, JULY 17
12:00 PM TO 2:00 PM
SHORELINE PARK, SANDUSKY

Enjoy a morning at Shoreline Park with friends
100 piece puzzles provided; team up for a puzzle race
Bring money for lunch from Great Lakes Grinders

*ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE FOR IN-PERSON ACTIVITIES. PLEASE USE (419) 502-4180 OR COMMUNITYCONNECTIONS@ERIECBDD.ORG TO REGISTER.
Registration through community connections is for Individuals receiving our services*

39. OHgo
2026-07-20 09:45 - 13:00 | OHgo Warehouse, 2304 E Perkins Ave, Sandusky, County Board, 44870, United States
MONDAY, JULY 20
9:45 AM TO 1:00 PM
OHGO WAREHOUSE, SANDUSKY

OHgo needs some summer help, volunteer & go home with your own goodies
Location is only at the OHgo warehouse, not mobile pantry
After, walk to Eats & Treats for lunch/ice cream; bring money for order
If NOT going to Eats & Treats end time is 11:30 AM

*ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE FOR IN-PERSON ACTIVITIES. PLEASE USE (419) 502-4180 OR COMMUNITYCONNECTIONS@ERIECBDD.ORG TO REGISTER.
Registration through community connections is for Individuals receiving our services*

40. Gloves Up: Boxing for All
2026-07-20 10:30 - 13:30 | Erie County Board of Developmental Disabilities, 4405 Galloway Rd, Sandusky, OH, 44870
TUESDAY, JULY 14
10:30 AM TO 1:30 PM
THE BACKYARD, MARBLEHEAD
MEET @ ERIE CBDD
$20.00

Fun, supportive boxing class for individuals with disabilities
Focuses on movement, fitness, confidence and social connection
Learn basic boxing skills
We will then stop for lunch at Netties after class

*ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE FOR IN-PERSON ACTIVITIES. PLEASE USE (419) 502-4180 OR COMMUNITYCONNECTIONS@ERIECBDD.ORG TO REGISTER.
Registration through community connections is for Individuals receiving our services*

41. Beyond the Book: Book Club
2026-07-20 14:30 - 15:30 | Sandusky Library, 114 West Adams St, Sandusky, OH, 44870
MONDAY, JULY 20
2:30 PM TO 3:30 PM
SANDUSKY LIBRARY

We are reading the second book to “The City of Ember”, “The People of Sparks”
Find out what happens when they leave the City of Ember!

*ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE FOR IN-PERSON ACTIVITIES. PLEASE USE (419) 502-4180 OR COMMUNITYCONNECTIONS@ERIECBDD.ORG TO REGISTER.
Registration through community connections is for Individuals receiving our services*

42. Social Committee Meeting
2026-07-20 15:30 - 16:00 | Sandusky Library, 114 West Adams St, Sandusky, OH, 44870
MONDAY, JULY 20
3:30 PM TO 4:00 PM
SANDUSKY LIBRARY

Bring ideas and thoughts on fun get togethers
Make decisions for our next social

*All participants must register in advance for in-person activities. Please use (419) 502-4180 or communityconnections@eriecbdd.org to register.
Registration through community connections is for Individuals receiving our services*

43. Party in the Park with OHgo
2026-07-21 11:30 - 13:30 | Orlando Pace Park, 1130 Wamajo Dr, Sandusky, OH, 44870, United States
TUESDAY, JULY 21
11:30 AM TO 1:30 PM
ORLANDO PACE PARK, SANDUSKY

OHgo needs some help; volunteer for the kids summer park party
Help set up, help w/book mobile or game & hand out lunch
Great way to give back and connect with local neighborhoods

*ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE FOR IN-PERSON ACTIVITIES. PLEASE USE (419) 502-4180 OR COMMUNITYCONNECTIONS@ERIECBDD.ORG TO REGISTER.
Registration through community connections is for Individuals receiving our services*

45. Mini Golf at Fast Eddies
2026-07-21 16:30 - 20:30 | Fast Eddie’s Sports Park, 280 SE Catawba Rd, Port Clinton, OH, 43452
TUESDAY, JULY 21
4:30 PM TO 8:30 PM
FAST EDDIES SPORTS PARK, PORT CLINTON
MEET @ ERIE CBDD
$30.00

Mini Golf and dinner
Only register for one minigolf, they are the same event

*ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE FOR IN-PERSON ACTIVITIES. PLEASE USE (419) 502-4180 OR COMMUNITYCONNECTIONS@ERIECBDD.ORG TO REGISTER.
Registration through community connections is for Individuals receiving our services*

46. Small Card Club
2026-07-22 10:00 - 11:30 | Chick Fil A, 4661 Milan Rd, Sandusky, 44870, United States
WEDNESDAY, JULY 22
10:00 AM TO 11:30 AM
CHICK FIL-A, SANDUSKY

Learn & play easy card games: garbage, go fish, seven, etc
If you have a deck of playing cards, please bring these along
Choice to lean dice game: Farkle
Bring money for any food/drink purchase

*ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE FOR IN-PERSON ACTIVITIES. PLEASE USE (419) 502-4180 OR COMMUNITYCONNECTIONS@ERIECBDD.ORG TO REGISTER.
Registration through community connections is for Individuals receiving our services*

47. Survival Cooking
2026-07-22 15:30 - 17:00 | Tech Home, 2205 Campbell St, Sandusky, OH, 44870, United States
WEDNESDAY, JULY 22
3:30 PM TO 5:00 PM
ECBDD TECH HOME, SANDUSKY
$3.00

We will be making a Potato Salad
There will be a small fee for ingredients
Survival cooking is easy, delicious meals with minimal ingredients
Easy to read recipies and cookbooks will be handed out to take home and use
Everyone pitches in for cleanup

*ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE FOR IN-PERSON ACTIVITIES. PLEASE USE (419) 502-4180 OR COMMUNITYCONNECTIONS@ERIECBDD.ORG TO REGISTER.
Registration through community connections is for Individuals receiving our services*

48. Karaoke Night
2026-07-22 18:30 - 20:30 | Old Dutch Tavern, 2219 E Perkins Avenue, Sandusky, OH, 44870
WEDNESDAY, JULY 22
6:30 PM TO 8:30 PM
OLD DUTCH TAVERN, SANDUSKY

Come out and sing the night away! Karaoke at the Old Dutch
Bring money for food, drink, and tip

*ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE FOR IN-PERSON ACTIVITIES. PLEASE USE (419) 502-4180 OR COMMUNITYCONNECTIONS@ERIECBDD.ORG TO REGISTER.
Registration through community connections is for Individuals receiving our services*

49. Morning Geocache in Wakeman
2026-07-23 09:30 - 13:30 | Erie County Board of Developmental Disabilities, 4405 Galloway Rd, Sandusky, OH, 44870
THURSDAY, JULY 23
9:30 AM TO 1:30 PM
MEET AT ERIE COUNTY BOARD OF DD

We will be doing some fun geocaching in a new town
We will stop to eat at a place in town
Find treasures and leave treasures
Dress for the weather

*ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE FOR IN-PERSON ACTIVITIES. PLEASE USE (419) 502-4180 OR COMMUNITYCONNECTIONS@ERIECBDD.ORG TO REGISTER.
Registration through community connections is for Individuals receiving our services*

50. UNO at the Pop Shop
2026-07-23 14:30 - 16:00 | The POP! Shop, 3104 Milan Ave, Sandusky, OH, 44870
THURSDAY, JULY 23
2:30 PM TO 4:00 PM
THE POP! SHOP, SANDUSKY

Play UNO with friends at the Pop Shop
No Mercy, Giant Card UNO, UNO Attack
Bring your favorite UNO game

*ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE FOR IN-PERSON ACTIVITIES. PLEASE USE (419) 502-4180 OR COMMUNITYCONNECTIONS@ERIECBDD.ORG TO REGISTER.
Registration through community connections is for Individuals receiving our services*

51. Frisbee Disc Golf
2026-07-23 17:45 - 19:30 | Osborn Park, 3910 Perkins Avenue, Huron, OH, 44839
THURSDAY, JULY 23
5:45 PM TO 7:30 PM
OSBORN PARK, HURON

Fun frisbee game with Sandusky & Huron County
Bug spray, sun screen, and hat recommended
Please bring your own disc if you have them

*ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE FOR IN-PERSON ACTIVITIES. PLEASE USE (419) 502-4180 OR COMMUNITYCONNECTIONS@ERIECBDD.ORG TO REGISTER.
Registration through community connections is for Individuals receiving our services*

52. Art in the Park: Upside Down Art Studio
2026-07-23 18:00 - 19:30 | Osborn Metro Park Roger Johnson Nature Center, 3910 Perkins Avenue, Huron, OH, 44839
THURSDAY, JULY 23
6:00 PM TO 7:30 PM
OSBORN METRO PARK, HURON

Join Erie Metro Parks and Upside Down Art Studio for Art in the Park
We will be making a beautiful masterpiece

*ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE FOR IN-PERSON ACTIVITIES. PLEASE USE (419) 502-4180 OR COMMUNITYCONNECTIONS@ERIECBDD.ORG TO REGISTER.
Registration through community connections is for Individuals receiving our services*

53. Tubing on the Mohican
2026-07-27 09:00 - 17:30 | Erie County Board of Developmental Disabilities, 4405 Galloway Rd, Sandusky, OH, 44870
MONDAY, JULY 27
9:00 AM TO 5:30 PM
MOHICAN RESERVATION CAMPGROUND, LOUDONVILLE
MEET @ ERIE CBDD
$30.00

Float down the Mohican River
Cost is for tube rental
Must be able to show safe swimming in deep water (some deep areas)
Must be comforable sitting inside tube
Able to get in & out of tube w/limited assitance
Rocky stream, must be ok to get up & move tube & walk on rocky areas

*ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE FOR IN-PERSON ACTIVITIES. PLEASE USE (419) 502-4180 OR COMMUNITYCONNECTIONS@ERIECBDD.ORG TO REGISTER.
Registration through community connections is for Individuals receiving our services*

55. Games and Milk Shakes at Culvers
2026-07-28 11:30 - 13:30 | Culver’s, 4637 MIlan Rd, Sandusky, OH, 44870, United States
TUESDAY, JULY 28
11:30 AM TO 1:30 PM
CULVER’S, SANDUSKY
$15.00

Join us for games and a milk shake and/or lunch
We will learn some fun new games!
Bring extra money if you would like to make other purchases

*ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE FOR IN-PERSON ACTIVITIES. PLEASE USE (419) 502-4180 OR COMMUNITYCONNECTIONS@ERIECBDD.ORG TO REGISTER.
Registration through community connections is for Individuals receiving our services*

56. Mini Golf at Fast Eddies
2026-07-28 16:30 - 20:30 | Fast Eddie’s Sports Park, 280 SE Catawba Rd, Port Clinton, OH, 43452
TUESDAY, JULY 28
4:30 PM TO 8:30 PM
FAST EDDIES SPORTS PARK, PORT CLINTON
MEET @ ERIE CBDD
$30.00

Mini Golf and dinner
Only register for one minigolf, they are the same event

*ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE FOR IN-PERSON ACTIVITIES. PLEASE USE (419) 502-4180 OR COMMUNITYCONNECTIONS@ERIECBDD.ORG TO REGISTER.
Registration through community connections is for Individuals receiving our services*

58. Survival Cooking
2026-07-29 15:30 - 17:00 | Tech Home, 2205 Campbell St, Sandusky, OH, 44870, United States
WEDNESDAY, JULY 29
3:30 PM TO 5:00 PM
ECBDD TECH HOME, SANDUSKY
$3.00

We will be making Chili Cheese Dogs
There will be a small fee for ingredients
Survival cooking is easy, delicious meals with minimal ingredients
Easy to read recipies and cookbooks will be handed out to take home and use
Everyone pitches in for cleanup

*ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE FOR IN-PERSON ACTIVITIES. PLEASE USE (419) 502-4180 OR COMMUNITYCONNECTIONS@ERIECBDD.ORG TO REGISTER.
Registration through community connections is for Individuals receiving our services*

60. Trivia at Small City Taphouse
2026-07-30 18:30 - 20:30 | Small City Taphouse, 202 Columbus Avenue, Sandusky, OH, 44870, United States
THURSDAY, JULY 30
6:30 PM TO 8:30 PM
SMALL CITY TAPHOUSE, SANDUSKY
$30.00

Enjoy good food and trivia with friends
Share your knowledge and help us win
Trivia is free but cost is for food and drinks. Please remember to include a tip
Small City serves sushi, rice/noodle dishes, etc. Please review the menu before registration

*ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE FOR IN-PERSON ACTIVITIES. PLEASE USE (419) 502-4180 OR COMMUNITYCONNECTIONS@ERIECBDD.ORG TO REGISTER.
Registration through community connections is for Individuals receiving our services*

1. Vermilion Valley Music Festival
2026-08-01 13:00 - 19:00 | Erie County Board of Developmental Disabilities, 4405 Galloway Rd, Sandusky, OH, 44870
SATURDAY, AUGUST 1
1:00 PM – 7:00 PM
VERMILION VALLEY VINEYARDS
MEET @ ECBDD
$20.00

Summer day of music, craft vendors, & food trucks
Music lineup: Cora Reef, Tyson Stiles, Norah Marie, Vudu Childe & more
MUST BRING A CHAIR, suggest to bring cooler w/water & snacks
Cash for purchases you may make
Busy outdoor event; limited paved paths, hills, & distance walking

*ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE FOR IN-PERSON ACTIVITIES. PLEASE USE (419) 502-4180 OR COMMUNITYCONNECTIONS@ERIECBDD.ORG TO REGISTER.
Registration through community connections is for Individuals receiving our services*

2. Beyond the Book: Book Club
2026-08-03 14:30 - 15:30 | Sandusky Library, 114 West Adams St, Sandusky, OH, 44870
MONDAY, AUGUST 3
2:30 PM TO 3:30 PM
SANDUSKY LIBRARY

We are reading the second book to “The City of Ember”, “The People of Sparks”
Find out what happens when they leave the City of Ember!

*ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE FOR IN-PERSON ACTIVITIES. PLEASE USE (419) 502-4180 OR COMMUNITYCONNECTIONS@ERIECBDD.ORG TO REGISTER.
Registration through community connections is for Individuals receiving our services*
