The Wayne County Schools Career Center is gearing up for its annual Ohio State vs. Michigan tailgate party on Wednesday, Nov. 23 from 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. The public is invited to attend, and food will be available for a donation. Profits will benefit the Culinary Arts and Hospitality customer service programs, which sponsor the event. Instructors are Peter Kerling and Kathy Hanna, respectively.

            The party will be outdoors at the front of the building, and those attending are encouraged to wear colors to support their favorite team. Attendees should dress for the weather, but limited inside seating will be available in the school restaurant.

            On the menu this year are BBQ ribs, stuffed peppers, walking tacos, pierogies, pasta, spinach dip, toasty ham sliders, buckeyes, Blue M Cake, cannoli, other desserts, beverages and more.

            The Career Center is located at 518 West Prospect Street, Smithville. Call 330-669-7000 for more information.