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Online Pretend Playmates The Importance of Your Toddler’s Active (Imaginary) Social Life

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commentary Top 5 One Tank Getaways 17 Making family vacations a little easier

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A Guide to Planning an Awesome Vacation in Your Own Backyard

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Every month, Toledo Area Parent polls parents to measure reader input regarding parenting methods.

Is it important for kids to learn cursive in school?

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8 Great Mother-Daughter Dates in Toledo Making time for quality time

By Kat Tomasewski

Last Month We asked:

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Do you allow toy guns in your household?

Traveling and pregnant?

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CDC suggests postponing trips to Central and South America

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Get the camera ready to record every movement from the time they are born, come home, go to nursery school, Sunday school, pre-school, grade school, and celebrate holidays. The list is endless and they will NEVER tire of being the center of attention. They are the prince or princess becoming the king or queen and the parents will need lots of money to indulge their every whim. BUT IT IS WORTH IT! They can be a little stubborn but you can reason with them. They have the ability to get along well with others and assume leadership positions.

They are talented and musical. They enjoy sports, but not rough and tumble ones – more like tennis, golf, swimming, and croquet. They have hair like a lion’s mane, and fabulous smiles.

They enjoy family outings, movies, and live performances as well as vacations. Lucky is the family with the Leo child.

Editorial

Assignment Editor: Athena Cocoves (athena@adamsstreetpublishing.com) matilda by roald dahl Calendar Editor: Marisa Rubin (mrubin@adamsstreetpublishing.com) Hansel and Gretel by brothers grimm Contributing Writers: Heidi Borst, Karen L. Zickes, Sue LeBreton, Sam Koros, Emily Remaklus, TiAnna Anderson, Kelsey Nevius, Megan Henry, Christine A. Holliday, Tom Konecny, Sue Lovett

Art/Production Production Manager Imani Lateef (imani@adamsstreetpublishing.com) The Snowy Day by Ezra Jack Keats Senior Designer: Leah Foley (leah@adamsstreetpublishing.com) Don’t let the pigeon drive the bus by Mo Willems Graphic Designer: Ashley Crapsey (acrapsey@adamsstreetpublishing.com) Goodnight Moon by Margaret Wise Brown

Advertising Sales Coordinator Jenny Leach (sales@adamsstreetpublishing.com) Where The Wild Things Are by Maurice Sendak Sales support: Catherine Bohr (classifieds@adamsstreetpublishing.com) One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish Sales Sharon Kornowa (sharoncitypaper@gmail.com) What Do You With A Kangaroo? by Mercer Mayer Sam Rotroff (srotroff@adamsstreetpublishing.com) The Indian in the Cupboard by Lynne Reid Banks Bonnie Hunter (bhunter@adamsstreetpublishing.com) If You Give A Mouse A Cookie by Laura Numeroff

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Accounting: Robin Armstrong (rarmstrong@toledoparent.com) the pigeon needs a bath by Mo Willems Distribution: Cassi Hadadd (cassie@adamsstreetpublishing.com) Where The Wild Things Are by Maurice Sendak Tech Manager Saul Jacobs (saul@adamsstreetpublishing.com) If You Give a Mouse a Cookie by Laura Numeroff

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Funding the youth Local organizations who support youth education, arts, community activities and services were recently awarded over $19k in funds from Youth in Philanthropy Encouraging Excellence (YiPEE).

The grant money was announced during a ceremony led by student leaders. Benefiting organizations include: Adelante, Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Northwestern Ohio, Boys & Girls Clubs of Toledo, Children’s Rights Collaborative of Northwest Ohio, Children’s Theatre Workshop, Diabetes Youth Services, Down Syndrome Association of Greater Toledo, Mended Little Hearts of Northwest Ohio, Mobile Meals of Toledo, Serenity Farm Equestrian Center, Swanton Schools Backback Buddies and The Learning Club of Toledo. YiPEE is coordinated by Leadership Toledo, made possible through The Toledo Community Foundation’s support. For more information, leadershiptoledo.org —AC

Toledo Twins bound for Roller Derby Junior Olympics Toledo Junior Roller Derby (TJRD) is wrapping up their season by sending twin athletes Gillian and Naudia Watson to the inaugural Roller Derby Junior Olympics, to be held July 9-13 in Lincoln, Nebraska. “I’m happy for our whole team,” says TJRD Head Coach Terryann Matney. “I can’t wait to keep coaching and make these girls champions.” TJRD is home to more than 30 skaters, with players ranging from age five to 17. The team started three years ago with six players. New players need no experience; some participants start off without even knowing how to skate. The sport encourages teamwork, athleticism and hard work and welcomes kids of all sizes, shapes and backgrounds. To learn more, toledojrrollerderby.com —MH

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A jolly fun time on the starboard side

Adults and kids can take to the water of the Ottawa River and Maumee Bay and experience aquatic adventures with the Jolly Roger Sailing Club. Since World War II, the club has celebrated the joys of sailing by offering help to new seafarers.

Want to climb aboard? Jolly Roger offers events year round, like Cruise Week (July 25 through August 1). Junior Sailing gives youngsters hands-on experience boating and docking, as well as classroom education. Membership costs range from $40 to $200 annually and include boat and trailer storage. Set your course to the club, and ready yourself for fun. Jolly Roger Sailing Club, 5961 Edgewater Dr. 419-729-4971. jollyrogersailingclub.com —KN

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Area students in grades 3-5 will soon have a chance to improve their writing skills while visiting the Toledo Museum of Art. Beginning with the 2016-17 school year, The Museum’s Education Department, in cooperation with the Women’s Initiative of the United Way, is offering Word Shop, an activity-based program of experiencing and writing about art. Students will participate in one of two writing opportunities—one, viewing pieces of art, then analyzing and interpreting them, the other, developing and writing a narrative about works of art.

Mike Deetsch, Director of Education and Engagement at TMA, explains that the students will practice different styles of writing, including opinion pieces based on objective observations, as well as descriptive and creative writing. Classroom teachers need no special training to enroll in the program, and the Museum will provide extensive resources to teachers for follow-up activities. Tuesdays-Fridays during the school year. Interested teachers should contact Kate Blake at 419-255-8000, ext. 7240 for more information. —CH

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Bowling Green residents will get a helpful hand in creating a better pathway to life, thanks to the new PathStone, which launched in April to help young adults with a guiding hand. “We received a million dollar grant from the Department of Labor to help Bowling Green (Left-Right) Niki Schroeder (Regional Administrator), Casey Farley (Placement and Career Services Developer), Heather Cruz, (Director residents ages 14-24 with of Training/Employment), Mike Mittman (Placement and Career education, training, employServices Developer). ment, and mentoring/life skills,” says Nicolle Schroeder, regional administrator. Bowling Green residents can also benefit from tutoring, training, career preparation and supportive services. PathStone is currently looking for volunteers age 18 and older to become program mentors. PathStone Corporation, 143 S. Main St., 419-308-3812. For more information, pathstone.org. —KN

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West Toledo Animal Hospital relocates to Secor Road

Pet-owners can now take their furry friends to the West Toledo Animal Hospital’s new location. The full service animal hospital moved from W. Sylvania Avenue to Secor Road in May, allowing them more space to further their mission of providing the highest level of compassionate veterinary care for pets in a warm and friendly environment. Dr. Brooke West, Dr. Anne Bergstrom and Dr. Brandy Day are licensed veterinarians at the Hospital. 4404 Secor Rd., 419-475-1527. westtoledoanimalhospital.com —MH

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Adaptive Sports Program of Ohio Creating opportunities for athletes

By Emily Remaklus

As the mother of a child with spina bifida, Lisa Followay realized that athletic opportunities for physically disabled individuals were limited. Since being physically active is both fun and essential for living a healthy lifestyle, Followay knew she had to make a change.

In 2009, she founded The Adaptive Sports Program of Ohio (ASPO). This statewide nonprofit organization promotes and provides health and wellness opportunities for individuals with physical disabilities.

According to Courtney Kurth, Outreach Director for ASPO, 150 Ohioans of all ages with physical disabilities take part in their sport programs, with programming in Cleveland, Akron, Columbus, Toledo and Youngstown.

Dream. Excel. Inspire

Katina Johnson developed her passion for reading as a child and now shares her love of literacy with the community.

As a wife, mother of three active girls, a Toledo Public School Literacy Coach, and an integral community member, Katina Johnson is often pulled in many direction. But when you do what you love, you never work a day in your life.

The early chapters

Johnson has always been very passionate about God, children and reading. She says that some of her fondest memories from childhood are of her and her mother lounging around and reading Laura Ingalls Wilder’s Little House on the Prairie books. Considering those cherished moments, it’s no surprise that her early love of books inspired her adult life.

Johnson says she can’t not be passionate about helping those who struggle with reading. After spending more than 14 years teachingkindergarten and 1st grade, she landed her dream job as a Literacy Coach, and enjoys every challenge and triumph in that important role.

“The journey of taking a kid with no reading skills from a non-reader to a reader is the best part of my job,” says Johnson.

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students say they wouldn’t be where they are today if it wasn’t for her help.

Those moments define her both as an educator and a woman.

Striking a balance

Johnson’s role as a mother is also performed with passion. Her daughters— Najah, 18, Nia, 15, and Aliyah, 13— are active in school and sports, with her oldest getting ready for college. As a close-knit family, they stay busy with track meets, games, activities, volunteering and banquets.

How does Johnson balance all of this? “Sometimes I don’t,” Johnson admitted. “Sometimes it’s too much.

Author Lysa TerKeurst talks about priority blessings, so I try to focus on prioritizing my activities— though I always try to do it all. ” While Johnson’s daughters often serve alongside her as volunteers, their schedules are not always compatible— forcing Johnson to prioritize. Recently, one of her daughter’s track meets fell on Claire’s Day— an annual children’s book festival. Johnson made the difficult decision of missing the meet to support her students who were receiving honors and awards for improved reading— a major confidence boost.

“I do what I love,” says Johnson. “Everyday is a day to wake up a reader.”

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ASPO’s motto, “Dream. Excel. Inspire.,” summarizes the mission of the organization. Kurth explains that each word represents a different level of programming.

“Dream” is the introduction to the program, offering a variety of adaptive sport clinics and education about the importance of physical activity.

“Excel” helps athletes shine in their sport of choice through weekly practice, competitions, and ASPO’s summer camp.

“Inspire” brings in athletic ambassadors to meet and encourage atheletes with disabilities.

One of the goals of ASPO is to educate schools on how to include disabled athletes in their athletic teams. They also help these athletes by fitting them for an appropriate wheelchair, which they can use during the season.

Recently, Rogers High School student Abdul Alan, one of ASPO’s Toledo athletes, competed with his school during a track meet in early June.

Local Athletes Excel

ASPO offers a variety of local sporting opportunities, including wheelchair football, sled hockey, and wheelchair softball, which launches this summer.

Along with recreational sports, ASPO also offers competitive sport teams, such as Toledo’s sled hockey team. The group travels once a month to locations throughout the country and in Canada to compete against other adapted sled hockey teams. The team meets on the weekends at the Toledo Ice House.

Even though many of the adaptive sports use a wheelchair, ASPO athletes

Rogers High School student Abdul Alan recently competed with his school at a track meet. do not necessarily need to be in a wheelchair. Kurth says, “The biggest barrier we face is that people think ‘because I’m not in a chair, I can’t play’, but that’s not true. We have many ambulatories— those who can walk but may require a cane or assistance—who play on our teams… The chairs are used as an equalizer.”

Community support

“We couldn’t do what we do without the support of generous grants and equipment donations. The Walleye Wishing Well has helped ASPO sled hockey athletes with donations of sleds, which are approximately $1,100 new,” says Kurth.

Kurth also cites The Ability Center as another beneficial Toledo relationship for ASPO, saying “their helpful staff and knowledge of adaptive sports provides helps us reach more athletes who can benefit from our programs.”

In just a few years, ASPO has greatly changed the opportunities for disabled athletes across the state. Kurth says it best, “We provide opportunities to make dreams come true.”

For more information on Adaptive Sports Program of Ohio you can call 330-262-1200, email info@adaptivesportsohio.org, or visit their website at adaptivesportsohio.org.

A new chapter on literacy Books 4 Buddies cures summer blues with cool reads

By Sam Koros

School’s out and the boredom of summer vacation is beginning to take hold.

Books 4 Buddies, Toledo’s unique and impactful youth literacy program can help.

Since 2012, Books 4 Buddies has collected and donated books for boys in Toledo’s low socioeconomic status neighborhoods.

Loneta Goings, President of the organization, says they want boys to realize that “It’s cool to read. It’s not a girl thing, it’s a gender friendly kind of thing to do. You can actually learn from opening a book.”

Prologue

“The initial inspiration was conceived by my grandson who is now 18,” says Goings. “We were driving down the highway near subsidized housing, looking at the kids. I asked my grandson ‘how can you help people? What would you like your legacy to be?’ He said that if you could give a child a book it could lead to unlimited possibilities.”

Touré, her grandson, came to this conclusion based on his own difficulties with reading comprehension— he knew the words, but didn’t always know their meaning. This specific struggle is frequently a trigger with a lot of kids, especially boys, says Goings.

Chapter 1

“I retired from The Blade and I brought some great organizations to the table, like The Blade and Buckeye Cable Systems,” said Goings, “We even have partners now in two public schools. I was able to meet

with Clyde Scoles, the Director of the Toledo Lucas County Public Library, who decided that the panel was a marvelous idea.” This set the events in motion which made everything possible.

“Books 4 Buddies and their Ambassadors encourage literacy by embodying the ideals and virtues that build strong and positively minded communities,” says the library’s Ben Malczewski. “The Toledo Lucas County Public Library is grateful to have a strong community partner in Books 4 Buddies, similarly committed to growing futures, creating opportunity, and transforming lives.”

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What sets Books 4 Buddies apart from other literacy programs?

“What makes us different and unique are our ambassadors,” explains Goings.

“They’re young men—black, white, latino— that go to public and private high schools to collect and give books to kids.

They’re the public face of our program.

Many of the kids we help don’t have access to books, and that can really begin to tug at your heartstrings.”

Books 4 Buddies doesn’t just go to schools. Ambassadors often meet with kids in their communities to distribute books and to encourage reading. “It has had such a profound impact on the kids.” said Goings.

This experience gives the ambassadors valuable experience for the future. “The ambassadors now truly understand the meaning of community service,” says Goings.

Check out Books 4 Buddies online at Books4Buddies.com and find out how you can help.

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School might be out for the summer, but that doesn’t mean that learning needs to take a break as well. Take a break from the classroom and delve into the wonderful world of literature with these two adventurous stories by Ursula Vernon: Hamster Princess: Of Mice and Magic Enjoy the tale of Harriet the Invincible, a heroine hamster that proves there’s no reason to be a damsel in distress. She hears about a terrible spell placed upon 12 mice princesses, forcing them to dance all night long. See how Harriet saves the evening and proves girls can do anything they put their mind to.

Dragonbreath: The Frozen Menace Follow the magical journey of Danny Dragonbreath and he wakes to discover that his special fire has gone out! Following the advice of his great-grandfather, Danny and his best friends trek to find the secret ingredient needed to light his flame.

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When we want to know where to go, what to do, and the best places to eat, we ask our readers, since nobody knows Toledo better. We ask every year: What’s your family’s favorite?

Place to volunteer Toledo Area Humane Society

827 Illinois Ave., Maumee 419-891-0705 toledohumane.org People with a soft spot for our furry counterparts will love volunteer and education options presented by the Toledo Area Humane Society. Since 1884, this nonprofit organization has been taking care of more than 4,000 animals per year of all shapes and sizes, as well as spreading awareness about properly caring for your pets.

Volunteering opportunities range anywhere from being in close contact with the animals, like walking dogs or cuddling cats, to office settings like answering phones or helping out at the ReTail Shop. Any and all volunteering helps not only the people that run the society, but the furry faces within its walls.

RUNNER UP: SeaGate Food Bank of Northwest Ohio

Time to Party Place to buy birthday decorations

Place for a birthday bash

Place for winter fun

Day trip spot

4962 Monroe St. 419-475-8488 6460 Centers Dr., Holland.

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Imagination Station

Toledo Zoo

RUNNER UP: Hobby Lobby

RUNNER UP: Sylvania Playland

RUNNER UP: Sauder Village

Family Photographer

Rainy day activity

Animal encounters

Imagination Station

Toledo Zoo

RUNNER UP: The Toledo Museum of Art

RUNNER UP: Toledo Area Humane Society

Place to read

Tween activity

Toledo Lucas County Public Library

Sky Zone Trampoline Park

Party City

Hero’s

9851 Meridian Court, Rossford 419-873-9400 herostoledo.com RUNNER UP: Sylvania Playland

Family-friendly Entertainer Laurel’s Princess Parties

Nicole Slovak Photography

RUNNER UP: Andrew Martin Professional Magician

RUNNER UP: Finn Photography

1049 Heritage Cv., Oregon 419-754-1374 Facebook.com/capturedbynicole

567-455-1134 laurelsprincessparties.com

Favorite Places and Spaces

Place to buy a birthday cake

1 Discovery Way 419-244-2674 imaginationstationtoledo.org

1 Discovery Way 419-244-2674 imainationstationtoledo.org

325 N. Michigan St. 419-259-5200 toledolibrary.org

7 Little Cupcakes 1021 Sandusky St., Perrysburg 419-252-0858 7littlecupcakes.com

RUNNER UP: Barnes & Noble

Get your sugar fix with some seriously sweet concoctions at this Perrysburg bakery. The list of cake flavors is endless: from Almond Joy and Fruit Punch to Donut and Luau, they have truly unique flavors as well as classic ones. 7 Little Cupcakes prides itself on being both delicious and affordable. You can order custom birthday and wedding cakes. From the biggest cake to the smallest cupcake, their baked goods have big flavor.

RUNNER UP: Costco

Place to worship CedarCreek

Various locations cedarcreek.tv RUNNER UP: Sylvania United Church of Christ

Museum The Toledo Museum of Art 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000 Toledomuseum.org

Runner Up: Imagination Station

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Place for a picnic Wildwood Preserve Metropark

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5100 W. Central Ave. 419-407-9700 metroparkstoledo.com

RUNNER UP: Side Cut Metropark

2 Hippo Way 419-385-5721 toledozoo.org

2 Hippo Way 419-385-5721 toledozoo.org

1600 Albon Rd., Holland 419-491-1194 skyzone.com/toledo

RUNNER UP: Funagin’s

Bowling alley Forest View Lanes

2345 Dean Rd., Temperance 734-847-4915 forestviewlanes.com RUNNER UP: Southwyck Lanes

Local toy store Learning Express Toys 5577 Monroe St., Sylvania 419-885-3959 3100 Main St., Maumee 419-878-2446 learningexpress.com

RUNNER UP: Lullaby Lane

Garden and nature center Toledo Botanical Garden 5403 Elmer Dr. 419-536-5566 toledogarden.org

RUNNER UP: The Butterfly House at Wheeler Farms

Date night El Camino Real

2500 W. Sylvania Ave. 419-472-0700 elcaminorealtoledo.com RUNNER UP: Bar Louie

Delicious Eats

Healthy fast food

Cupcakes/Bakery/ Sweet Shop

5860 W. Central Ave., Sylania 419-578-7777 514 The Boulevard, Maumee 419-893-9999 26520 N. Dixie Hwy., Perrysburg balancegrille.com

7 Little Cupcakes

1021 Sandusky St., Perrysburg 419-252-0858 7littlecupcakes.com RUNNER UP: The Next Sweet Thing

Family-friendly restaurant bd’s Mongolian Grill 5001 Monroe St. 419-724-2900 gomongo.com

Balance Pan-Asian Grille

RUNNER UP: Panera Bread

Local pizza place Vito’s Pizza

Various locations vitos.com RUNNER UP: The Original Gino’s Pizza

RUNNER UP: Chick Fil A

Place where kids eat free

Ice cream shop

Ralphie’s Sports Eatery

Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream & Yogurt

RUNNER UP: The Original Pancake House

RUNNER UP: Mr. Freeze

Kid’s clothing

Frozen yogurt shop

Once Upon A Child

6710 W. Central Ave. 419-725-5558 koalaberry.com RUNNER UP: Lola’s

Mini Motions

2249 Tremainsville Rd. 419-472--0999 Minimotionsdance.com Transform your child from the performer they are into a stage star at Mini Motions Dance Center. Sue Hays, who has directed and owned Mini Motions for 25 years, shares her passion for dance with all students. Kids of all ages get in on the fun with specialized classes from ages 2 to 7 and up, offered in various disciplines like Jazz, Hip Hop, and gymnastics. Adults can experience Hays’ classes with Zumba, Yoga, and adult Tap and Jazz classes. Active birthday parties at the Center include dancing and karaoke for partygoers. Shake, rattle and roll on over to Mini Motions to build your own unique dance skills.

RUNNER UP: Finn Photography

Various locations ralphies.com

5655 Secor Rd. 419-474-8861 5908 W. Sylvania Ave. 419-882-1118 handelsicecream.com

Koala Berry

Mom owned business

Boutique Beauty 5644 Monroe St., Sylvania 419-841-7500 142 E. South Boundary, Perrysburg 419-874-3606 onceuponachild.com RUNNER UP: Kids Klothesline

Kid’s shoe shop Stride Rite

5333 Monroe St., #21 419-843-6050 striderite.com RUNNER UP: Once Upon A Child

Hunter’s Run Farm THANK YOU for voting us as your favorite place for Horseback Riding Lessons!

Call for 2015 Camp Dates and Info

734.856.2404 9241 Secor Rd. Temperance, MI

Thanks for making us SMILE

Maternity clothing store Destination Maternity

Kid-friendly coffee shop Black Kite Coffee and Pies 2499 Collingwood Blvd.

419-720-5820 facebook.com/BlackKiteCoffee

If the kids have you feeling tired, don’t fret. Locally owned Black Kite Coffee gets grinding bright and early every day to create quality beverages that will boost your energy. Delicious food, made from scratch, will jumpstart your metabolism. Parents, sit back and enjoy an energizing espresso while the children enter a world of wonder through story hour. Wednesday and Saturday mornings, 9:30-10:30am, early childhood educator, Denise Rokicki, brings words to life. Parents get the best of both worlds— the chance to sip a steamy cup of coffee and quality stimulation and entertainment for the children.

RUNNER UP: Plate 21

5001 Monroe St. 419-475-2730 destinationmaternity.com

RUNNER UP: Old Navy

Place for furnishing a nursery Babies “R” Us

1360 S. Holland-Sylvania Rd., Holland 419-861-7015 babiesrus.com RUNNER UP: Hobby Lobby

Baby boutique shop Lullaby Lane

4064 Technology Dr., Maumee 419-878-0127 lullabylane.com RUNNER UP: Kids Klothesline

Organic baby store

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4064 Technology Dr., Maumee 419-878-0127 lullabylane.com RUNNER UP: Pipsqueak Boutique (Fenton, MI)

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The Digital Age Local mom blogger Carolyn Savage (inconceivablebook. com/blog/welcome-to-mama-on-the-fly-2) inconceivablebook.com RUNNER UP: Kat Tomasewski Momonthegoinholytoledo.com

Local Pinterest account West Side Montessori pinterest.com/wsmontessori

RUNNER UP: Kat Tomasewski, momonthegoinholytoledo, pinterest.com/krazykat

Local Instagram account The Next Sweet Thing @thenextsweetthing

RUNNER UP: Finn Photography, @finnstyling

Local parent Facebook group Toledo Thrifty Moms

(facebook.com/groups/toledothriftymoms) RUNNER UP: Toledo Area BabyWearers (facebook.com/groups/694329100594113)

Watch Me Soar Preschool Maumee Valley Country Day School 1715 S. Reynolds Rd. 419-381-1313 mvcds.org

RUNNER UP: West Side Montessori

Teacher and their school

Alex Mata at Maumee Valley Country Day School 1715 S Reynolds Rd. 419-381-1313 mvcds.org

RUNNER UP: Katie Peters, at Whitmer High School

Elementary school West Side Montessori

7115 W. Bancroft St. 419-866-1931 13587 Roachton Rd., Perrysburg 419-874-9385 montessoritoledo.org RUNNER UP: Maumee Valley Country Day School

Middle school West Side Montessori

7115 W. Bancroft St. 419-866-1931 13587 Roachton Rd., Perrysburg 419-874-9385 montessoritoledo.org RUNNER UP: St. Joseph’s School

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Charter school Toledo School for the Arts 333 14th St. 419-246-8732

RUNNER UP: Wildwood Environmental Academy

After-school program YMCA

Various locations ymcatoledo.org RUNNER UP: West Side Montessori

Special needs service Help Me Grow

246 North High St., Columbus 800-755-GROW helpmegrow.ohio.gov RUNNER UP: The Zepf Center

Daycare Little Sprouts

4014 Elmhurst Rd. 419-754-1057 littlesproutsacademy.com RUNNER UP: Children’s Discovery Center

Babysitting/nanny service Kidz Watch

6801 W. Central Ave. 419-843-2997 kidzwatch.net RUNNER UP: Care.com

Parenting classes Parent University by Toledo Public Schools and Partners in Education 1500 N. Superior St., Suite 306 419-242-2122 partnerstoledo.org

RUNNER UP: Acorn to Oak at West Side Montessori

Dance class Mini Motions Dance Center 2249 Tremainsville Rd. 419-472-0999 minimotionsdance.com

RUNNER UP: Positive Image Dance Studio

Kids art class The Toledo Museum of Art 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000 toledomuseum.org

RUNNER UP: Paint Your Place by Jessica Mack

Gymnastics class Sunrise Gymnastics Academy 3640 N. Holland Sylvania Rd. 419-841-2902 sunrisegymnastics.com

RUNNER UP: Mini Motions Dance Center

Tutoring center STARS ACT Prep Course 3950 Sunforest Ct., Suite 101 419-870-8384 starsprep.net

RUNNER UP: Sylvan Learning, Inc.

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Best Family Entertainer Acting and theater classes Children’s Theatre Workshop 2417 Collingwood Blvd.

419-244-5061 Ctwtoledo.org

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The Children’s Theatre Workshop invites children ages 5-18 to study theatre arts, develop valuable skills and produce quality plays.

Students learn all aspects of a stage production, including writing, acting, set design and behindthe-scenes work.

The Children’s Theatre Workshop was founded in 1954 as a non-profit organization. One of the oldest children’s theatres in the country, their motto is “theatre for children, by children”.

Birthday parties Corporate events Meet and Greets and more!

RUNNER UP: The Toledo Rep

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Doctor’s Orders Pediatric practice Franklin Park Pediatrics 2000 Regency Ct., Suite 103 419-475-5433 franklinparkpediatrics.com

RUNNER UP: ProMedica Physicians Toledo Peds

Emergency care ProMedica Toledo Children’s Hospital 2142 N. Cove Blvd.

419-291-5437 Promedica.org

RUNNER UP: Flower Hospital

Place to give birth ProMedica Toledo Hospital

2142 N. Cove Blvd.

419-291-4000 promedica.org/toledo-hospital

RUNNER UP: Mercy St. Vincent Medical Center

OB/GYN Dr. Ann Rhee, MD, of ProMedica Physicians

660 Beaver Creek Circle, Suite 200, Maumee 419-891-6273 promedica.org/provider/ann-rhee-mdobstetrics RUNNER UP: Dr. Sarah S. Puckett, DO, of ProMedica Flower Hospital

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4126 N. Holland-Sylvania Rd. 419-517-7600 mercyweb.org/doctors_Irma_Cobian.aspx

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Dr. Oliver H. Jenkins, MD and Dr. Christopher B. Perry, DO, of The Toledo Clinic ENT 419-724-8368 toledoclinicent.com

RUNNER UP: Dr. Jay R. Jindal, MD, ENT, of ProMedica Physicians Ear, Nose and Throat

Optometrist Dr. Nahrain M. Shasteen, OD, of Vision Associates 2865 N. Reynolds Rd. #170 419-578-2020 visionassociates.net

RUNNER UP: Dr. Bob K. Rhee MD, of Pediatric Ophthalmology

Chiropractor Fairwood Chiropractic & Physical Therapy 5215 Monroe St., #4 419-843-1515 fairwoodchiropractic.com

RUNNER UP: Dr. Connie Smith, DC, of First Choice Chiro

Allergist Dr. Ghassan S. Safadi, MD, of Allergy Clinic Ohio 7640 Sylvania Ave., Ste J, Sylvania 419-843-7780 toledoallergy.com

RUNNER UP: Dr. John A. Winder, MD, of Dr. Winder & Associates

Doula Erin Marten-Snyder

419-308-6977 erinmartensnyder@gmail.com facebook.com/emartensnyder RUNNER UP: Amanda Baerwaldt, of Toledo Family Doulas

RUNNER UP: Erica M. Krause, CNM, of Premier Women’s Health

Ophthalmologist

Family doctor

Dr. Robert Rhee, MD, of Pediatric Ophthalmologist Consultants

Dr. Todd Forrest, DO

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ENT doctor

119 Clinton St., Maumee 419-893-8985

RUNNER UP: Dr. Donald Vogel, MD, of ProMedica Physicians

2927 N. McCord Rd., Suite 100 419-517-5500 pocllc.com

RUNNER UP: Dr. John A. Kruszewski, OD, of Pinnacle Eye Group

Veterinarian Dr. Bob Esplin, SylvaniaVET

4801 N. Holland-Sylvania Rd., Sylvania 419-885-4421 sylvaniavet.com Just like you see your pet as a family member, Dr. Bob Esplin, of SylvaniaVET sees your pet as a patient. Certified by the American Animal Hospital Association, SylvaniaVET provides quality veterinary care to area families and has a doctor on call and staff in the building 24/7. Dr. Esplin and his committed staff have kept area family pets happy and healthy since 1974.

Toledo families love him and he has also been recognized in the Toledo City Paper’s Best of Toledo and Mature Living’s Readers Choice Excellence Awards.

4014 Elmhurst Rd (419) 754-1057 littlesproutsacademy.com

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Dentist

Orthodontist Drs. Simon, Haerian & Ludwig Orthodontics 6407 Monroe St., Sylvania 419-318-1756 7928 Secor Rd., Lambertville 734-206-2094 4359 Keystone Dr., Suite 200, Maumee 419-887-1247 perfectbraces.com

Dr. Jon Frankel, DDS, of Jon Frankel Dentistry 5012 Talmadge Rd. 419-474-9611 4359 Keystone Dr., Maumee 419-893-0221 jonfrankeldentistry.com

RUNNER UP: Dr. Jennifer L. Zoll, DDS

RUNNER UP: Dr. Jeffrey A. Bunkers, DDS, of J Bunkers Orthodontics

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Get Active Place to go ice skating Family-friendly gym Sylvania Tam-O-Shanter

Sylvania YMCA/JCC

RUNNER UP: Ottawa Park

RUNNER UP: Wildwood Athletic Club

Place to go roller skating

Biking trail

Ohio Skate

5100 W. Central Ave. 419-407-9700 metroparkstoledo.com

7060 Sylvania Ave., Sylvania 419-885-1167 sylvaniatamoshanter.com

1370 Conant St., Maumee 419-893-4031 5735 Opportunity Dr. 419-476-2808 ohioskate.com RUNNER UP: Swanton Coliseum Roller Skating Center

Place to buy sports equipment Dick’s Sporting Goods

5001 Monroe St. 419-474-0170 1407 Spring Meadow Dr., Holland 419-867-0810 851 West Alexis Rd. 419-269-2262 dickssportinggoods.com RUNNER UP: Play It Again Sports

Park or playground Wildwood Preserve Metropark 5100 W. Central Ave. 419-407-9700 metroparkstoledo.com

RUNNER UP: Pearson Metropark

Martial arts program American Kenpo Karate with Mike Sherman 4730 W. Bancroft St., #18 419-344-1870 toledokenpo.com

6465 W. Sylvania Ave. 419-885-4485 ymcatoledo.org

• Birthdays • Weddings s • Graduation ries • Anniversa & more!

RUNNER UP: The University/Parks Trail

Swim lessons YMCA

Various locations ymcatoledo.org

We book fast.

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RUNNER UP: University of Toledo

Baby swim lessons YMCA

Various locations ymcatoledo.org RUNNER UP: University of Toledo

Sports camp University of Toledo

419.252.0858 7littlecupcakes.com Find us on Facebook & Instagram!

1021 Sandusky St. Perrysburg, OH Open Tues-Fri 10am-5pm, Sat 9:30am-5pm

2801 W. Bancroft St. 419-530-2888 utoleldo.edu//healthsciences/clinics/nysp RUNNER UP: St. John’s

Summer day camp West Side Montessori

7115 W. Bancroft St. 419-866-1931 13587 Roachton Rd., Perrysburg 419-874-9385 montessoritoledo.org RUNNER UP: YMCA

Horseback lessons

Waterpark

Hunter’s Run

7000 Kalahari Dr., Sandusky 419-433-7200 kalahariresorts.com

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Wildwood Preserve Metropark

RUNNER UP: Ohio Martial Arts

Kalahari Resorts

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9241 Secor Rd., Temperance 734-856-2404 huntersrunmhja.com RUNNER UP: Stonehaven Farms

RUNNER UP: Splash Bay Resort

indoor play space Sky Zone Trampoline Park

1600 Albon Rd., Holland 419-491-1194 skyzone.com/toledo Jump, fly and soar at Sky Zone, the world’s first indoor trampoline park. Get a major workout while having fun doing it. Experience the weightlessness of bouncing, flipping and landing in a pit filled with 10,000 foam cubes. Bounce around the room on trampolines to experience the thrill of jumping. Schedule a birthday party at Sky Zone with jump time, a private party room, pizza and a birthday cake. Call for reservations.

RUNNER UP: Funagin’s

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healthy kids Celebrate Summer Safely

Nothing puts an end to a child’s fun faster than a trip to the ER. According to Dr. Neumeyer, burn injuries in children are most common in the summer, so “Teaching your children about appropriate care and use of outdoor fires is important. ” Parents should not leave a child unattended near a fire, grill or fireworks. Store flammables out of reach, keep water nearby and teach older kids to shovel dirt on a fire to put it out.

Are Home Fireworks: Worth the Risk?

Lt. Hertzfeld advises, “We don’t recommend that people buy or use home

Holland: Community Homecoming

Monroe: River Raisin Independence

Day Festival at Sterling State Park.

(2800 State Park Rd.) 9:45pm/fireworks

fireworks. Even with legal devices, injury can occur; sparklers while legal, can be very dangerous, and should be used under adult supervision. The best way to protect your children is not to use home fireworks.”

Saturday, 7.2

Bowling Green: BGSU Intramural

Have an Emergency Action Plan

Woodville: Trail Marker Park

By Heidi Borst

Fire Preparedness Steps

Friday, 7.1

Park (7807 Angola Rd.) 10pm/fireworks

Fireworks Safety 101

4th of July festivities are anticipated events, but activities involving fire and fireworks can be dangerous. How can parents keep their kiddos safe? Lt. Matthew Hertzfeld, Public Information Officer of Toledo Fire and Rescue, and Dr. Daniel Neumeyer, DO, of Mercy Emergency Facilities, suggested some great guidelines for keeping summer celebrations safe.

Fireworks Roundup

Even when care is taken, accidents do occur, so be prepared with an action plan. “Stop the burning as quickly as you can. Don’t run around. Stop, drop and roll if clothes catch on fire. Call 911,” Lt. Hertzfeld guides.

Proper treatment is essential. “If the burn is minor, usually a non-adherent bandage is appropriate with bacitracin ointment. Seeking medical attention is a good idea. Burns to the face and hands should generally be evaluated by a medical professional,” Dr. Neumeyer recommends. He suggests parents have a fire extinguisher and cool compresses on hand, as well as a cell phone and a car to get help if necessary.

Being prepared and playing it safe will go a long way to keeping your family’s summer care-free and fun-filled.

Swanton: Swanton High School

Football Field (601 N. Main St.)

Waterville: Waterville Primary School

(457 Sycamore Ln.)

(Cherry St.) 10pm/fireworks

Sunday, 7.3

Sylvania: Centennial Terrace

(5773 Centennial Rd.) 7pm/celebration, dusk/fireworks. $5.

Maumee: 100 E. Wayne

Fields. 10pm/fireworks.

Monday, 7.4

Downtown Toledo: Marina District

Riverside Drive. 2-11pm/celebrations, 10pm/fireworks.

Wauseon: Biddle Park

(1000 Biddle Park Dr.)

Tuesday, 7.5

Whitehouse: Founder’s

Day Celebration at Village Hall (6925 Providence St.).

5pm/celebration, 10pm/fireworks Perrysburg: Fort Meigs State

Memorial (29100 W. River Rd.), 3pm/ celebrations begin.10pm/fireworks.

Free Celebrate Independence Day with a bang! All fireworks shows start at dusk, but get there early for the best viewing spots.

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Top 5 One Tank Getaways

PERSPECTIVES ON PARENTING

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Want to experience the fun of a long summer vacation during a short weekend, or day trip? There are plenty of destinations perfect for family fun near Toledo that only take a tank (or less) of gas. We’re counting down our top five: 5. Geneva-on-the-Lake Since the early 1900s, families have flocked to this Lake Erie shore-side town in Ashtabula County (near Cleveland) for summertime fun. Enjoy old school diners, the beach, Wild WaterWorks Waterslides, a Victorian farmhouse-turned-museum, and Adventure Zone, a center with carnival-style entertainment.

4. Sandusky We all know Sandusky as the home to Cedar Point and Kalahari resorts— but there’s more.

Use the ferry to island hop to Put-In-Bay, and other islands, and visit other family friendly attractions, like the Sandusky Maritime Museum and the Pipe Creek Wildlife Area.

The Journey towards Critical Thinking Every educational reform movement in America has new buzz words. Critical thinking skills developed through “learning experiences” are the current rage. But wait.

Infants begin to sort and categorize information from the moment they are born. Give your babies lots of sensory experiences with descriptive language as they touch and explore. The bark on the tree is rough. The blanket is soft. By age 2 many children can begin to sort and categorize objects, non-food items from food as you unpack from a trip to the store, socks from shirts as they are removed from the dryer. Older pre-school children can help determine what to recycle and what to compost. A sense of order is the first building block of critical thinking.

Sequencing activities leads young children to think about what makes sense. Read stories and discuss the beginning, middle and end. Plan a family project. What comes first, second and third. Five-year-olds like humor and enjoy comic strips. They can predict that Lucy will pull the football away from Charlie Brown.

Solve real problems with your children. Hold regular family meetings, not easy for on-the-go families these days. All ages can participate. For example: “We have 3 hours on Sunday to have some family fun. We have $15 to spend. What should we do?” Brainstorm. Accept and discuss every idea. No suggestion, however outrageous, should be discounted. Reach consensus, often difficult without practice. Critical thinking skills grow when children develop a sense of order, can make sense of their world, and have the opportunity to solve real problems.

West Side Montessori

Open House Wednesday, July 20 9:00-10:30 a.m.

Perrysburg Campus 13587 Roachton Rd. Perrysburg, OH 43551

Toledo Campus

7115 W. Bancroft St. Toledo, OH 43615

Lynn Fisher Founder and Head of School West Side Montessori lfisher@wsmctoledo.org

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3. Findlay and Fremont The Children’s Museum of Findlay offers activities for all ages and The Mazza Museum celebrates artwork from children’s books. Nearby, visit Fremont’s Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Center, an expansive complex featuring the 19th president’s 31-room mansion, a museum, and the beautiful Spiegel Grove grounds. Find more at findlayfamily.com.

2. Ann Arbor Another great day trip, Ann Arbor offers plenty of family fun. Visit the creative and curious Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum, explore the 69-acres of Gallup Park, which includes playgrounds and canoe rentals, and see plants from all around the world at the 123-acre Matthaei Botanical Gardens and Nichols Arboretum. Find more at annarborfamily.com.

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Kyoto Ka Sushi Bar & More

6801 W. Central Ave. Toledo 43617 Mon-Fri: 11:30am-2:30pm & 4:30pm-9:30pm Sat: 12pm-10:30pm Sun: 5pm-9pm kyotoka.com Growing up, I thought I knew about sushi. It was raw fish rolled up, right?

I recall my college years when a friend spoke about going out for sushi and my first reaction was “eeewww” and “Wow that seems kind of fancy.” Turns out, I was quite mistaken. Fast forward to 2016, Toledo now boasts many sushi restaurants.

Though hesitant, my children decided to be adventurous and have dinner at Kyoto Ka Sushi Bar.

Got Sushi?

Ready, set, roll!

By: Karen L. Zickes

The Short Course

Sushi 101

First things first. Sushi does NOT mean raw fish. It translates directly to “it is sour”. Sushi is a food preparation originating in Japan using cooked vinegared rice and then adding any additional ingredients such as vegetables, cream cheese, fruit, and yes, sometimes raw or cooked fish. Sashimi, on the other hand, is raw meat or fish thinly sliced and NOT served with rice. News flash: those of you who don’t consider the California rolls filled with avocado and cream cheese etc. to be ”sushi”, you are mistaken.

Kid-friendly: Somewhat To avoid wait: Anytime Noise level: Moderate Kyoto is the name of an old capital city of Japan and Ka is a Korean word for family. Kyoto Ka prepares the freshest sushi you can find in T-Town, while also offering a full menu to please most everyone. Tempted to try one of the many varieties of sushi rolls prepared to order with care for each customer. Go ahead, I dare you to try something new.

Kyoto Ka’s loyal following

A close friend was in absolute disbelief when I told her I had never been to Kyoto Ka. She told me she goes there at least three times a month! Since opening more than eight years ago, they have developed a following of regulars. Owner Joe Cho greeted us with a smile from behind the sushi bar. With a friendly staff and excellent food, I know why they have a loyal following. You can identify Chef Joe as the one wearing blue behind the sushi bar.

According to Joe Cho’s son, Sung Cho, who was in 10th grade when they moved here from South Korea, “We serve our customers with the best quality of sushi. We love to serve our customers with a warm heart.”

Think outside the roll

Chef Joe and family do an amazing job with their sushi rolls which are truly works of art. However, beyond delectable rolls, patrons can find much more on the menu. Not everyone is a fan of sushi. Rest assured, the menu offers soups, salads, noodles, traditional favorites like orange chicken and more. They don’t offer a kids menu, but you can find alternatives for the younger set. Sung Cho recommends the teriyaki chicken or the chicken katsu which is a breaded and deep fried boneless chicken (with their special sauce, served on the side if you request). Sung Cho also explained that items can be made in lunch portions for the little ones. If that still doesn’t suit the younger set, you can rarely go wrong with plain noodles or fried rice.

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Bathroom amenities: No changing station High chairs: Yes

Got milk? No, but lemonade and Japanese kid sodas are available

Kids’ menu? No, but options can be prepared in lunch portions

Allergies? Always speak to the server when ordering. They may suggest ordering something prepared up front, such as sushi. Extra caution will be taken when preparing your meal if you order from the kitchen.

Bottom Line: At Kyoto Ka

you will be treated like family.

The food is fresh and prepared perfectly. A kids’ menu isn’t offered but smaller portions of entrees are available. However, if your little one will only eat mac-n-cheese and fries, you might have to make this a date night sans kids.

My boys shared the chicken yaki udon/ soba (noodles) with vegetables. I devoured the beef bulgogi with vegetables and rice.

The charbroiled thinly sliced beef with the Kyoto Ka sauce was done perfectly. We all sampled my daughter’s California roll and shrimp tempura roll, but only after we admired how beautiful they looked on the plate. For the sushi novice, those are great dishes to start with. I was just glad my children tried something new, and learned a thing or two as well.

Karen Zickes is a mom of three active children and freelance writer who resides in Holland, OH. She can be reached in c/o editor@toledoparent.com.

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1 FRIDAY Family Center Activites: Symbol Self Portraits - Families will have the opportunity to show their inner selves while creating self portraits out of symbols. For ages 10 and younger with an adult. 3:30-8pm.

Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free First Friday - Celebrate Perrysburg’s Bicentennial with fun for the whole family.

Festival stands and family fun are sure to draw a crowd. 6-9pm. Downtown Perrysburg.

419-872-6246. visitperrysburg.com Free Friday Night Family Cruise - The whole family will enjoy local scenery and wildlife along the river. Reservations required. Friday nights through August 12.

6-8pm. $17/adult, $9/kids under 12.

Promenade Park, Jefferson Street Dock.

419-537-1212. sandpiperboat.com Summer Skies Over Toledo - This live interactive program takes a look at the stars, constellations and planets visible from right here in Toledo. Fridays through July 29.

8:30pm. $7/adults, $5/children, seniors and UT members, free/ages 3 and under. Ritter Planetarium, 2855 W. Bancroft St. 419-530-4037. utoledo.edu/nsm/rpbo

2 SATURDAY Free Family Movie Night - Gather up the family for a movie under the stars. For a full list of showings, visit website. Saturdays through October 1. 8-10pm. Perrysburg School Administration Building, corner of Louisiana and 5th St., Perrysburg.

419-872-6246. visitperrysburg.com Free

younger with an adult. 10am-3pm. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free Family Time Tours - Take your artistic family on a tour of outdoor sculptures.

Lead by a guide, you’re sure to learn more about the art featured at the museum. First Tuesday of the month through September 6.

11:30am-12:30pm. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free WWE Smackdown - The WWE returns to Toledo with a larger-than-life wrestling presentation. This specific event will be taped and premiered on the USA network at a later date. 7pm. $22-$102.

Huntington Center, 500 Jefferson Ave. 419-255-3300. huntingtoncentertoledo.com

7 THURSDAY BCSN Free Cheerleading Sports Camp - Kids in grades 5 through 8 will learn the fundamentals of cheerleading sports from the area’s best experts in this active camp. With the sport of cheerleading being offered and taught by local experts, boys and girls will learn about the sport and how to perform correctly.

Registration required. 9am-noon. Premier Academy, 1630 Market Pl. Dr., Maumee.

419-724-2276. bcsn.tv/camp Free

8 FRIDAY

Hello, My Name is Octicorn Storytime - Children will love and relate to the story of Octicorn, who is just a little bit different from everyone else. 11am.

Barnes and Noble, 4940 Monroe St. 419-472-6164. barnesandnoble.com Free

Lagrange Street Polish Festival True Polish heritage and culture will again be celebrated in this annual festival. Taking place in the Polish Village on Lagrange Street, all entertainment and festivities will be family friendly and celebrate all things Polish for a festive weekend. Through July 10. 5-11pm Friday, noon-11pm Saturday, noon-7pm Sunday. $5/general admission, $3/Sunday, free/ages 8 and younger.

3106 Lagrange St. polishfestival.org

Perrysburg Bicentennial Celebration and Parade - Experience two days full of fun for the whole family with food vendors, the Rotary Club Bicentennial Parade, Kid’s Day events, and firework celebrations.

Also on Sunday. Downtown Perrysburg.

419-508-0142. visitperrysburg.com

Escape the Ordinary: Bugging Out! Enjoy the park after dark as budding naturalists and their families search for fireflies.

Dress for the weather. Registration required.

8-9pm. $3. Wildwood Preserve Oak Grove School, 5100 W. Central Ave. 419-407-9700. metroparkstoledo.com

3 SUNDAY Family Center on the Move - Get your kids moving and grooving. For ages 10 and younger with an adult. Noon-5pm.

Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free

4 MONDAY Paint Your Own Pottery - Create personalized pottery for yourself or as a gift.

All ages are welcome as you glaze your work of art. Kids should be supervised by an adult. Call ahead to schedule a time.

10am. Cost depends on piece being painted. The Art Supply Depo, 29 S. Clair St. 419-720-6462. artsupplydepo.com

5 TUESDAY Family Center Activities: Bubble Prints and Blow Painting - Create a work of art by using painting techniques to make colors come to life. For ages 10 and

9 SATURDAY Funky Fun Bracelet - Learn how to create your own funky piece of jewelry with this fun and easy class. Choose your own color palette and beads on two or more bracelets to complete any look. Registration required. 3pm. $0-$20. Beads and Books, 4925 A Dorr St. 419-350-1087. beadsandbooks419.com Daisy-Head Mayzie Storytime - Take part in the tale of Mayzie McGrew, who has a daisy sprout on her head that sends her into difficult situations, teaching readers that love is more important than fame and fortune, along with the importance of morality. All ages welcome. 11am.

Barnes and Noble, Franklin Park, 4940 Monroe St. 419-472-6164. barnesandnoble.com Free

Racing to help kids with cancer Saturday, 7.9 / Hensville There are many ways to show support for children battling cancer. Thanks to the inspiration of local nine year olds, Jacey Warner and MacKenna Gibson, the community will come together for Run 4 Love. This special event, made possible by ProMedica Toledo Children’s Hospital, helps support children with cancer through contributions, both monetary and personal, like hair donation. The Run 4 Love includes a 5K race and stations to cut hair to be donated children in need. Proceeds benefit Debbie Brass Cancer Center at ProMedica Toledo Children’s Hospital, Children With Hair Loss, and the St. Baldrick Foundation. Register by July 7. Saturday, July 9, 7:30/sign in, 8:30-noon/haircutting station, 9am/5K walk/run begins. $35/ run rate, $30/walk rate, free/spectators. Donations accepted. Hensville, 9 N. Clair St. therunforlove.com —KN

The Ultimate Air Dogs - As America’s fastest growing dog sport, dogs of all breeds, shapes and sizes compete against each other in long distance pool diving competition called Splashes. Local dogs can be registered to participate online or at the table before the event begins.

Also on July 10. 11am, 1pm, 3pm & 5pm Saturday, noon & 2pm Sunday with finals at 4pm. $20/registered dog. The Andersons Store, 530 Illinois Ave. at Ford St., Maumee. ultimateairdogs.com Free Cycle Circle: Family Bike Tour - Each week, explore the natural resources at a different metropark with a naturalist. All skill levels welcome. A basic bike repair and safety course will be offered during this program. Helmets are required. Registration required. 6:30-7:30pm. $3. Fallen Timbers Battlefield, 4949 Jerome Rd., Maumee.

419-277-0107. metroparkstoledo.com

10 SUNDAY Beads and Books: Beginning Stringing - Learn the basics of beading and make your own necklace, bracelet, and earring set. Add in your own personal style and flair to make the pieces your own.

For ages 13 and up. Noon. $0-$15. Beads and Books, 4925 Dorr St. 419-350-1087. beadsandbooks419.com Family Center Activities: Chalk - Kids will express their creativity in the form of beautiful chalk drawings on both an outdoor mural and a work to take home. Color, play, and have fun with chalk in this fun art project. For ages 10 and younger with an adult. Noon-5pm. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free Games in the Garden: Giant Games Play bigger and better games- literally!

Kids have the chance to play some of their favorite traditional games, like dice and checkers, in a form that’s almost as big as they are. Weather permitting. 2-4pm.

Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free Muddy’s Birthday Bash - The Toledo Mud Hens and Toft’s Ice Cream are planning a huge mascot birthday party for Muddy! Over 20 other mascots will be there to celebrate the big day, and grammy nominated artist Zak Morgan will be performing his own children’s songs. Hensville Inflatable Theme Park and children’s activities will also be available for additional fun. 2-4pm. $20. Hensville Park, 406 Washington St. milb.com

12 TUESDAY Book Quest: Young Readers’ Book Club - Young people who love to read, rejoice- now there’s a chance to get ideas on what else to read and find new subjects to interest you. All readers are welcome in this book club, and book suggestions and Q&A are available. Best suited for ages 8-12. 1pm. Barnes and Noble, 3100 Main St. #1400, Maumee.

419-878-0652. barnesandnoble.com Free Family Pottery - Explore the world of pottery with your child. Learn techniques and how to build projects from the ground up. Make your own or make one together to create your very own pottery pieces. No experience necessary. Both adult and child must register for the class. 10am-noon, 2-4pm. $20. The 577 Foundation, 577 E. Front St., Perrysburg.

419-872-0305. 577foundation.org Fundamentals of Drawing for Teens- Spanning the course of 8 weeks, teens will learn the basics and special skills of drawing. Young adults will get to learn about the different techniques represented in drawing, as well as different mediums in which to draw. For grades 9+. 5-7pm. $120. The Art Supply Depo, 29 S. St. Clair St. 419-720-6462. artsupplydepo.com

15 FRIDAY Baby Tour - Watch your little one respond to colors, lines, and drawings and see their reaction in this 30 minute tour.

This is a great way to strengthen early visual literacy skills early on. Parents and caregivers with infants up to 18 months are welcome. One child per adult. Also on July 19, August 16 & 19. 6-7pm. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free

18 MONDAY Mud Hens Game with Ant-Man: Special Screening - Enjoy the Mud Hens versus the Pawtucket Red Sox baseball game as well as the special superhero themed movie screening afterwards. The movie Ant-Man, which will be shown after the game at 9pm, is about a criminal turned hero who accidentally steals a special suit that allows him to shrink to the size of an ant. Rated PG-13. 7pm. #13-$15, $5-$8 for just the movie screening. Hensville Park, 406 Washington St. hensvilletoledo.com

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Into the air Saturday, 7.16 & Sunday, 7.17 / Toledo Express Airport There’s excitement in the air with the return of the Toledo Air Show, with some of the best flying maneuvers and stunts from around the country. The show features the United States Air Force Thunderbirds, including F-16 Fighting Falcons’ death-defying tricks no more than 18 inches apart at 700 miles per hour. Other acts include the Ohio Air National Guard F-16 Vipers and the U.S. Army Golden Knights.

Whether by air or by land, the air show will keep you on the edge of your seat. 9am-5pm. Advance tickets: $20/adults, $14/ages 5-12, $10/seniors, military, first responders, free/ ages 4 and under and military in uniform; At the gate: $30/adulats, $23/ages 5-12, $14/seniors, military, first responders. Toledo Express Airport, 11013 Airport Hwy., Swanton. 419-243-8251. toledoairshow.com —KN

19 TUESDAY Ready to Read Book Mobile - As part of the Toledo Lucas County Public Library’s new early literary outreach program, the mobile library will visit full of exciting books to read. 9:30am-1pm.

The Shops at Fallen Timbers (near Rave Cinemas), 3100 Main St., Maumee.

419-740-7080. theshopsatfallentimbers.com

25 MONDAY Nature Detectives - Young detectives will investigate woodlands, meadows and wetlands through hands-on experiments.

Camp runs through July 29. For ages 8-12.

Registration required. 9am-3pm. $105/ park member, $115/nonmember. Pearson Metropark, 4600 Starr Ave., Oregon.

419-467-8301. metroparkstoledo.com

Alcohol Awareness Did you know parents can make a difference in teen alcohol use? Parents play an important role in providing kids with a better understanding of the impact that alcohol can have on their lives.

As a parent, you are a primary source of positive and reliable information, and it is important to take advantage of“teachable moments.”It’s not so much about“the big talk,”but about being there for them when the issues come up—on TV, in movies, on the radio, about celebrities or sports figures, or about their friends. Information from the media, the internet, or other sources not only misrepresent the negative impact of alcohol and drugs, but may actually glorify their use.

According to the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence, here are some basic guidelines to assist you: s Listen Before You Talk. Sometimes we are so anxious to share our wisdom – or our opinion – that we don’t take the time to listen. For kids, knowing that we are really listening is the most important thing we can do to help. s Talk to Your Child and Ask Open Ended Questions. Talk to your child regularly – about their feelings, their friends, their activities — even if it’s not easy. Avoid“yes”or“no” questions and encourage conversation. s Be Involved. Get to know your child’s friends and continue to educate your child about the importance of maintaining good health – psychological, emotional, and physical. s Set Expectations, Limits, and Consequences. Make it clear that you do not want your child drinking or using drugs, and that you trust them not to. Talk about consequences, both legal and medical, and be clear about what will happen if the rules are broken. If the rules are broken, follow through with the consequences you previously laid out.

29 FRIDAY Kids Yoga Series - Kids live in a hurryup world of busy parents, school pressures, lessons, and competitive sports. Yoga encourages self-esteem and body awareness with a physical activity that’s noncompetitive. For ages 5-11. Also on August 5, 12 & 19. 1-1:45pm. $10/single session, $35/all four sessions. Tonic Maumee, 2221 River Rd., Maumee. 419-794-4044. tonicmaumee.com

30 SATURDAY Harry Potter Countdown to Midnight Party - Join in on the celebration of the new release of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Parts One & Two. This party will count down to the rehearsal edition script book which goes on sale at midnight. Share your favorite memories of Harry Potter and sign up for activities and giveaways. 8pm. Barnes and Noble, 4940 Monroe St. 419-472-6164. barnesandnoble.com Free

s Be Positive. Many parents have discovered that talking about these issues with their children has built bridges rather than walls between them, and have proudly watched those children learn to make healthy, mature decisions on their own. s Family History. Research has shown that addiction is a chronic, progressive disease that can be linked to family history and genetics. If you have a family history of problems with alcohol or drugs, be matter of fact about it, as you would any other chronic disease such as heart disease, diabetes or cancer.

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Butterfly House Summer Hours, Kids will experience the wonder of over 100 different species of butterflies at this unique home of over 1,000 butterflies. The surrounding gardens and helpful staff help to make your visit special.

10am-5pm Monday through Saturday, noon-5pm Sunday. $8/adults, $7/ seniors, $6.50/children. The Butterfly House, 11455 Obee Rd., Whitehouse.

419-877-2733. wheelerfarms.com

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Natural Feedings and Animal Demonstrations, Ongoing until Labor Day, enjoy watching some favorite zoo animals chow down. Visit website for a full schedule of times. $19/adults, $16/ ages 2-11 & seniors, free/under age 2.

The Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way. 419-385-4040. toledozoo.org

Tuesday-Sunday Design Zone, Kids will demonstrate their creativity in this hands-on interactive exhibit. They will learn concepts like creating and implementing designs in art, music, and engineering. 10am5pm Tuesday-Saturday, noon-5pm Sunday. Imagination Station, 1 Discovery Way. 419-244-2674. imaginationstationtoledo.org Tinkering Spaces: Crank Puppets, Children will tinker and learn inside the IDEA lab where they can build their own machine. Kids can experience mechanics and bring to life their own robotic creations. Tuesday-Saturday 10am-5pm, noon-5pm Sunday.

Imagination Station, 1 Discovery Way. 419-244-2674. imaginationstationtoledo.org

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Creativity Corner, Join in on storytime at the Barnes and Noble’s Children’s Section. The reading will be followed by a craft. Fridays at 11am. Barnes and Noble, Franklin Park, 4940 Monroe St. 419-472-6164. barnesandnoble.com Free

Saturdays & Sundays Portable Preschool, Have fun at this children’s story hour with singing and dancing. 9:30am. Black Kite Coffee, 2499 Collingwood Blvd. 419-720-5820. facebook.com/blackkitecoffee Free

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Line Classifieds: Only $20 per month for 20 words or less. Each additional word is 40 cents each and any artwork will be $5 extra.

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Deadlines: Ad copy must be received by the 15th of the month prior to publication.

Payment: Payment must be received before an ad can

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Sales Manager Are your looking for an opportunity to run your own publications and online business without the logistical hassles of content creation, design and production or distribution?

We’re looking for an individual to manage our Northwest Ohio sales staff and sell our well respected and established products to print and online advertisers. Forward your cover letter and resume for an opportunity to manage our sales team, and to sell along side them.

Base plus commission, with significant incentive for sales increases. Prior experience and strong background in sales, training and managing rep accountability is desirable. Be involved with our community of readers and advertisers while you earn. Send cover letter and resume to mjacobs@ adamsstreetpublishing.com Outside Sales Rep You know Toledo. You’re hungry to join a growing, fast-paced and fun team. You have sales experience (and if not, you’re such a great communicator that you seem to create meaningful relationships with nearly everyone). You’re reliable and accessible. You’re open to accepting constructive feedback and finding a rhythm. For you, there’s no such thing as a tough sell. A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Toledo Parent News/Assignment Editor This part time position includes assigning stories, planning for art accompaniment, writing and editing content, cover stories, generating story ideas, representing Toledo Parent in the community. Journalism background preferred, organizational skills a must.

We’re excited to work with the right person who shares our vision and values. Welcome aboard.

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marian@mymovingconcierge.com We sort, shred, pack, move, unpack, and anything required for a successful transition. Now helping with downsizing and hoarders!

Send resume with references to mjacobs@adamsstreetpublishing.com

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