When 10-year-old Claire Lynsey Rubini passed away in 2000, a free family book festival began in her memory. Celebrate Claire’s life and enjoy her favorite activities during the 14th Annual Claire’s Day, from 9am-5pm on Saturday, May 16 at the Maumee Branch Library (501 River Rd.) In addition to readings, visits from children’s book authors and illustrators from around the country, Claire’s Day will also offer dancing, crafts and live music from Wilson Lake and the Rock Bass.
To fundraise for Claire’s Day and the Liberty Legacy Foundation, adults are invited to Claire’s Night from 6:45-10pm on Friday May 15 at the Toledo-Lucas County Main Library (325 N. Michigan St.). $50 per ticket for Claire’s Night. For the schedule of events on Claire’s Day, please visit clairesday.org or call 419-242-7323 ext. 10.