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Paying tribute to Mother Nature
The Arts Commission has unveiled two of three planned artworks of its Reclamation Series, themed around “Flora and Fauna.” The first, “Reclamation | Uptown Water Cycle” can be seen at Laburnum Alley behind Carlos Poco Loco. The second “Reclamation | East Toledo Flood Plain Train,” is located at Harry Kessler Park at 328 Main St. The murals were completed by Graphite Design + Build and Natalie Lanese. The paintings pay tribute to the area’s natural environments. A third mural is planned for the Junction community sometime in the coming year.
Fine art comes to Swanton
Dozens of works by artists from around the area will be on display at Swanton’s 7th Annual Juried Fine Art Exhibit and Sale, Saturday, October 9 and Sunday, October 10. Artists in a wide variety of disciplines— from watercolors and acrylics to mixed media collages— will be on display, with cash prizes, including awards for Best in Show and People’s Choice. 10am-5pm. Valleywood Golf Club, 13502 Airport Hwy., Swanton. 419-826-1941. swantonareacoc.com Free
Walk all over Rossford’s history
A new sidewalk mural framing the Edward Ford Memorial Park at 146 Dixie Highway in Rossford is designed to celebrate the history of the city. Created by local artist Caroline Jardine, the mural comprises 38 sidewalk panels and depicts local icons such as the town’s founder Ford himself, the Libbey Owens Ford factory tower, area grocery stores and more. The mural is a part of Rossford’s ongoing “Building Our Legacy” campaign. Further upgrades to the park, including an interactive digital display and renovations of the pavilion, are planned.
