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Olers Bar & Grill: Beauty on the Inside Tastes to make any Tex Mex fan sing — by Sarah Mayle

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From hiccups to breastfeeding— expecting parents count on our Maternity & Baby Guide for help.

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New Reading Program for YMCA Campers Camp Readers Program a new supplement to day camp. Find out more about the program, and how to volunteer. By Kay Mathias

“I Am Enough” Message to be Shown at Carmike Cinema Hancock County teen empowerment group won 2nd in a statewide public service announcement contest. See their video at Findlay Carmike. By Kay Mathias

Full Summer Camp Guide Need more info on the summer camps in our guide? We’ve got everything you need to know including July and August camps by the Hancock Parks District.

By Sarah Mayle

[Always online] Still looking for more great camp info? Check out the first of our two Summer Camp Guides! We’ve got you covered.

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Readmore’s Cards and Gifts

Itty Bittys are adorably detailed, tiny (about 4’’ tall) stuffed animals depicting characters from your and your child’s favorite shows.

Exclusive to Hallmark, featuring characters from Star Wars, Disney, The Wizard of Oz, Peanuts, Marvel and more, these stuffed animals are durable and perfect for little hands to play with. Readmore’s Cards and Gifts goes the extra mile by pairing an Itty Bitty with a coordinating book and wrapping it for a “grab and go” gift under $20!

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Ace Hardware

With summer projects on the horizon, Ace Hardware on South Main is your one stop shop for friendly, expert service and quality products. This local gem features services such as carpet machine rental, blade sharpening, glass cutting and repair, and propane exchange. Free website to store shipping is an added bonus for Findlay customers!

200 S. Main St. 419-422-5852. acehardware.com

Guitar Ranch

Where in Findlay can you purchase a guitar, learn to play it, and have it repaired? Guitar Ranch! For the past 23 years, customers from all over Ohio have come to Guitar Ranch for their quality and expertise. Owners Debbie Frye and George Head promise to only carry quality instruments in their store, if you purchase from Guitar Ranch you can be sure your guitar is going to sound great for a long time! Every instrument purchased is unpacked, set up, and tested to be sure it’s properly working before sold to the customer.

They also offer lessons for children, teens, and adults.

Everyone seems to know that the symbol for Gemini is “the twins.” As parents you will be well aware of that as soon as they open their eyes and move their little hands and feet and explore the world.

They are very inquisitive and curious. They literally need “one for each hand” when you give them toys or snacks. They should be taught a second language as soon as possible, even sign language. They are seldom moody and can be counted on to explore new places, new toys, and meet new people whether old or young. You may need to encourage them to finish whatever they start before losing interest and moving on to something else.

They are happy to go to Day Care or Pre-School because of their desire to be busy and because they see different people and surroundings. They have some difficulty going to sleep at night because their little eyes just don’t want to close… soft music might help… no matter what their age. Having a Gemini child is like getting two for the price of one.

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Gina Lynne Floral & Design

Gina Lynne Floral & Design is best known for stunning wedding work, but did you know this local floral store offers high quality bouquets (with delivery), silk arrangements for home decor, and custom flowers for parties? Gina works closely with clients to create floral arrangements that are unique and capture the personality of the recipient or event. Gina Lynne Floral & Design is a great option for baby showers, graduation parties, or Mother’s Day! 419-425-4562. ginalynnedesign.com. gina@ginalynnedesign.com

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Boogie! on Main Street with the whole Family Both mom and dad and the kids will have a blast June 3 at Boogie! On Main Street, Downtown Findlay’s largest street festival.

the first time everyone is able to come out for a festival and celebrate the warm weather, and we think people really look forward to that.”

The 22nd annual outdoor festival will feature live entertainment, libations, and delicious food from area food vendors, as well as a Kids Zone, open from 6-8:30pm. At the Kids Zone, families can enjoy fun, safe exhibits from organizations such as Snapology, the Hancock County Literacy Coalition, Awakening Minds Art, and more.

About 4,000 people typically attend Boogie! On Main.

Held on South Main Street between Main Cross and Crawford Streets from 6pm-12am, Boogie! is organized

by The Arts Partnership, with its earnings used for arts education programming. Cost is $5 for adults, $3 for children, and free for children in strollers. Tickets can be purchased at the festival entrance at West Main Cross and Crawford streets.

“Boogie is really a kickoff to summer and it’s a huge success because of that,” said Box Office and Marketing Director of The Arts Partnership, Zach Huber. “It’s really

For more information, call Huber at The Arts Partnership at 419-422-4624, Ext. 1, or visit artspartnership.com, click on the “Programs & Events” tab, then “Summer Outdoor Events.” —SM

Newcomers’ Social Club for New and Not­so­New Whether you are new to town, or to another stage of life, you can find fun and friendship in Findlay’s Newcomers’ Club.

Started in 1989 as a way for new residents to learn about the community and make friends, it has evolved into a social club that has play groups, Bunco, progressive dinners and other activities aimed at community building.

As the group starts its yearly membership drive this month, incoming president Erin Easley explains you don’t have to be new to the Findlay area to take advantage of the Newcomers’ Club. Need to know which doctors are accepting new patients?

Want to find out which restaurants are great for kids? Members probably know.

“Really anyone can be a member,” said Easley, who herself moved from Lexington three years ago. “Some members are newcomers, but some members have been in the group for years.”

While the group accepts new members all year long, the annual membership drive starts in May. For more information, visit the group’s website, findlaynewcomers.com, its Facebook page, or check out social networking app BigTent. —RB

Zipline over Zebras The Toledo Zoo has added a new Expedition Africa! Aerial Adventure Course.

The $2.75 ­million project, constructed in the midst of the zoo’s Africa! exhibit, allows participants an assortment of available activities.

Zipline riders soar down a 760 ­feet­long, 80 ­feet­high ride over the exhibit animals.

Freeflight participants will experience a controlled drop from 80 ­feet above ground.

Quick Drop entails a 30­ foot controlled drop off the main tower. The Challenge Course is a series of physical and mental obstacles. Sky Bridge consists of three, 250 feet-long footbridges with dynamic views 30 feet above exhibit animals such as giraffes, kudus, wildebeest, ostriches, and zebras. The Tower Ridge Giraffe Experience requires a separate fee ($4 for 4 lettuce leaves, $40 for 12) which allows access to raised decks with giraffe feeding stations. It is scheduled to open May 6.

All other Expedition Africa! Aerial Adventure Course attractions are scheduled to open Memorial Weekend, and will operate, weather ­permitting, through Labor Day. Payment is required before participation, with online reservations recommended for the Challenge Course, due to limited capacity. Package options are available for groups of 75 or more. ­ For more information, toledozoo.org/site/program/toledos_native_biodiversity. —KT 6

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A First in Findlay: Gillig Winery When you think of Findlay, you think of wine-making, right? Well...Gillig Winery hopes to make that happen.

Owned by Findlay residents Trevor and Nikki Gillig, the business held its grand opening in April at their cozy location, 1720 Northridge Rd. The Gilligs’ motivation to open the business came when they were enjoying a visit to a Michigan winery overlooking verdant vineyards, and noticed it was for sale. They were “inspired by their passion for wine,” Niki Gillig said. While grape-growing itself wasn’t a task they were interested in, the seed was sown to someday build a wine bottling business. After research, they decided to import juices from all over the world to customize their own wines. Originally from Tiffin, the Gilligs chose to live in and open their business in Findlay because of its economic diversity and its optimal size as a “bigger-small-town.”

Gillig Winery, 1720 Northridge Rd. 419-408-3230. gilligwinery.com

Stix Relocates for a Sleek New Look Downtown restaurant Stix re-opened in March a few doors from its previous location in a stylish new spot at 110 E. Sandusky St. Owner and Chef Renz Salanga explained that a better layout and better visibility motivated the move to the former Revolver restaurant location.

Décor is contemporary and modern, with an artistic feel. Stix also now serves beer, wine, and liquor.

The menu at Stix can be described as Asian-based, with influence from other world cuisines such as Cuban, Hawaiian, Mexican, French, and more. Fresh, locally sourced ingredients make up the unique chef-driven menu, frequently updated to offer new and interesting dishes.

Customer favorites include the Hot Stone Bibimbap, Crispy Brussel Sprouts, and Watermelon Feta Salad. “We try to keep it minimal with décor and food, to focus on what the dish is about,” Salanga said.

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Lunch Monday-Friday 11am-2pm and Saturday Noon-2pm. Dinner Monday-Thursday 5-9pm and Friday/Saturday 5-10pm. 567-525-3192, stixfindlay.com.

Hula up High at Alexandria’s

Things continue to move up at Alexandria’s—up to the roof this time. The popular craft brewery at 132 E. Crawford St. has added La Vista, a rooftop bar overlooking downtown Findlay, with a capacity of about fifty people. “The overall feel” says owner Mike Mallot, “is that you just stepped off a cruise ship in Cancun.” A pared-down list of food items will be available, adapted from Alexandria’s taproom menu—with gourmet burgers, sandwiches, and surprises like chicken n’ waffles and poutine.

La Vista at Alexandria’s, 132 E. Crawford St. 419-424-5750. alexandriasfindlay.com and on Facebook page under “Alexandria’s”

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See the entire Summer Camp Guide online at findlayfamily.com

The Cube 3430 North Main St., Findlay • 419-424-7176 recreate@findlayohio.com • findlayohio.com

by: Sarah Mayle

Lion King Summer Skate Camp Sign up by June 1 to guarantee a T-Shirt, Dates: June 13-16 Advanced 8-10:30am, prerequisite minimum ISI Freestyle 1.

Regular 10-12:30pm, beginner-ISI Delta. Production June 16 at 12:30 p.m.

Ages: 5 and up

Hancock Historical Museum 422 W. Sandusky St., Findlay 419-423-4433 Hancockhistoricalmuseum.org

May the Forces of Energy be with You! Investigate the history and science of sound, light, force/motion and electricity! Campers will discover the properties of each form of energy and learn to reflect, refract and absorb sound and light energy.

We will investigate the mysteries of electricity and force, and learn about the great scientists who discovered and advanced the study of energy.

Dates: June 28-June 30 9am-12pm Ages: 7-12 Cost: $40 members, $50 non-members

Canter’s Cave Special Needs 4-H Camp

Cost: $50. Taking registrations until day of camp, up to 35

1358 Caves Rd., Jackson Contact: Michelle Stumbo, 740-992-6696. stumbo.5@osu.edu meigs.osu.edu

Findlay E Free church

Ohio State University Extension proudly offers this camp for individuals with multiple handicaps.

Campers can try swimming, fishing, swings, archery, and horseback riding. Accommodations are available for these activities. Camp also includes music therapy, science, arts and crafts, parachute games, and more.

Children and caregivers are free to participate at their own pace and choosing.

Dates: June 17-19 (Check-in around 5pm June 17, check-out around 11am June 19) Ages: 8-18, with caregiver Cost: Youth fee, $80. Caregiver fee $45 Staff to camper ratio: 1:10

2515 Heatherwood Dr. Mike Holmes, MikeH@findlayefree.com kids.findlayefree.com Vacation Bible School Deep Sea Discovery Welcome to Deep Sea Discovery! Get ready for a life-changing adventure. Each day begins at Celebration Reef, where kids sing, shout, praise, pray, and are introduced to a Bible story and the daily theme. They then take part in activities that encourage exploration of a Bible story, have a snack and play games, make science crafts, and more. All of these fun activities connect to the Bible story, Bible Memory, and the truth that God is with us wherever we go.

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Hancock Park District

Main office: 1424 E. Main Cross St., Findlay 419-425-7275. hancockparks.com Adventure Day Camps What is a herp? Learn about frogs, toads, snakes, turtles and more through talks, hikes, activities and crafts. Minimum: 6, Maximum: 20 Date: June 10, 9am-3pm.

Location: Oakwoods Nature Preserve, Discovery Center Cost: $15 per child by 4:30pm June 7 Contact: Michelle Rumschlag, mrumschlag@hancockparks.com Mommy & Me: Mother and children pairs participate in activities and games that explore parent/child relationships different animals have in the wild. Mothers, grandmothers, aunts, female friends welcome. Ladies should be able to engage in active, semi-strenuous activities that may include carrying, crawling and lifting.

Minimum: 6 pairs, Maximum: 15 pairs Date: June 11, 9am-3pm Location: Oakwoods Nature Preserve, Discovery Center Ages: 3-7, with an adult companion Cost: $15 per pair by 4:30pm June 8 Contact: Jessie Elsass, jelsass@hancockparks.com

Children’s Museum of Findlay

Junior Recreation Camp Participants will learn how to play disc golf, canoe, kayak, and track. They will also fish, hike, and explore archery. Snacks provided; bring a lunch and water bottle. Dress for weather and ground conditions. Minimum: 6, Maximum: 20 Dates: June 13-17, 9am-3pm Location: Mon-Tues at Riverbend Recreational Area, Shelter 3; Wed-Fri at Oakwoods Nature Preserve, Discovery Center

1800 Tiffin Ave. Suite #201, inside the Findlay Village Mall 567-250-9616 • toledozoo.org

Go to toledozoo.org/site/page/126 for more information or to register. Children’s Museum members enter promo code CMFMEMBER and get $20 off.

Join the Toledo Zoo for an exciting week of two summer camps held at the Children’s Museum of Findlay this summer. During “If I Ran the Zoo,” campers will explore what it takes to work at a zoo by testing their skills as a keeper, curator, and zoo director. During “Animal Superstars,” kids can meet some of their favorite animal movie stars. Find out where these animals came from before they made it big!

Dates: If I Ran the Zoo - Session 1: June 13-17, 9am-12pm. Session 2: July 11-15, 9am-12pm.

Animal Superstars - Session 1: June 20-24, 9am-12pm. Session 2: July 18-22, 9am-12pm.

Ages: 9-12

Ages: Both camps 6-10

Cost: $60 per child by 4:30pm June 8

Cost: $145 to $165.00, same for each camp

Contact: Jessie Elsass, jelsass@hancockparks.com Junior Naturalist Camp I Spy in the Park: Explore the world of bees, birds and more. Snacks provided; bring a lunch and water bottle. Dress for weather. Minimum: 6, Maximum: 20

Sports Camp Dates: June 13-17 Time: 9:00 AM - 12:15 PM Cost: $55/camper Ages: 4-12

Dates: June 20-24, 9am-3pm Location: Oakwoods Nature Preserve, Discovery Center

Counselor-Camper Ratio: 1:8

Ages: 9-12 Cost: $60 per child by 4:30pm June 15 Contact: Chris Allen, callen@hancockparks.com

See a full list of camps offered by Hancock Parks online at hancockparks.com

Location: Wilson Vance Intermediate School, 610 Bristol Dr., Findlay, OH 45840 2515 Heatherwood, Findlay, OH 45840 | (419) 423-5636

Join the Toledo Zoo for an exciting week of summer camp at the Children’s Museum of Findlay this summer!

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All camps are for children ages 6-10.

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Please note this camp takes place in Findlay, Ohio.

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Animal Superstars

Session 1: June 20-24 (9am-12pm) Session 2: July 18-22 (9am-12pm)

Animal Superstars Straight from the big screen to

a zoo near you, meet some of your favorite animal movie stars. Find out where these animals came from before they made it big!

TO REGISTER OR FOR MORE INFORMATION GO TO https://www.toledozoo.org/site/page/126

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CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OF FINDLAY MEMBERS USE PROMOTIONAL CODE CMFMEMBER &

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e d i u G y a d h Birt by: Christy Denman Décor

We had paw prints on the sidewalk leading up to the party. There was a chalkboard filled with stats from his first year. The food was served in dog dishes.

COLTON

Age: 1 Theme: puppies Hosted by: Adam & Ashley Blachuta of Bradner Photographer: Chelsie Hosmer Photography, Findlay

Hours involved

I spent a few weeks looking for items at Hobby Lobby and TJ Maxx, and several hours the day of the party setting up.

Favorite memory

We had the party at my parents’ house {Colton’s grandparents}. They have a pet monkey, which helped Colton open his gifts!

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Goody Bags

The guests took home boxes stamped with puppies and filled with puppy chow.

Nothing Better Bakery in Bowling Green

RYAN

Age: 1 Theme: Time Flies {airplane theme} Hosted by: Tara Miller of Findlay Photographer: Finn Photography

Décor: I cupCakes by:

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printed photos of Ryan from his first year and hung them on a banner, to show how much he has changed – going along with the theme Time Flies. We also had a Wishing Tree, where guests could write down wishes for him and memories of him, since he’s too young to remember this party on his own.

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Hours involved: I spent a few weeks planning, and the day of the party I was busy all day.

Favorite memory: My favorite part was gathering

all of his loved ones together to celebrate. I’m a single mom, so it’s really important to me that he knows how loved and special he is.

Arron

Birt hda y Guid e

Age: 7 Theme: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Hosted by: Jason and Melissa Greer of Findlay

Goody Bags

Décor

Cake by: Creation Cakes in Fostoria

I painted a brick wall backdrop with Arron’s name made to look like graffiti. Other projects included felt TMNT masks for all the kids, turtle shells and manhole covers made from dollar store pans, a cityscape centerpiece for the kids table made from black boxes and paper, and I cut mutant ooze for the goodie table out of felt.

I don’t do normal goody bags, but rather decorations that the kids can take home.

For this party, I made turtle shells, masks, TMNT weapons, and a pizza box to fill up with goodies from the goodie table. Goodies that double as decoration gets you the most bang for your buck!

Activities: We had a TMNT piñata, toss the pizzas into the pizza boxes, a timed game of filling pizza boxes and delivering them, and each guest had a homemade costume with a coordinating weapon that they played with during the party.

Hours involved: I spent several months planning a party,

scouring Pinterest and dollar stores, and making as much as I can myself to save tons of money.

Favorite memory: My kids absolutely LOVE their parties and look forward to and talk about them all year! I love seeing the reaction on their faces when they walk in for the first time and see it all done. It is definitely worth all of the hard work and time it took to create it! www.findlayfamily.com • May 2016 •

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Biggest difference between Findlay and home: Family is

most important in Saudi Arabia and we gather together with family on the weekends. Women don’t live on their own in Saudi Arabia like they do in the U.S. We live with our parents until we are married. Women don’t drive in Saudi Arabia, and schools separate boys from girls, including universities.

Favorite Findlay spots: “The Cinema,” or

Carmike 12 in Findlay is one of my favorite places to go for some “me time.”

My favorite place to go with Saud is Riverside Park and Pool where we both enjoy swimming.

And without hesitation, Kohl’s is my favorite place to shop in Findlay.

al-Fitr, Eid al-Adha and International Day, three national holidays in Saudi Arabia. At home, we have a big party for international day full of traditional dancing, wearing green (our country’s color) and taking time away from school and work.

Your top parenting trick:When teaching my son, Saud, something new, such as writing a new word, I tell him to try it first for himself then I will help if he needs it.

Lasting impressions and challenges between cultures: I have

a lot more responsibility here in the U.S. It’s a big challenge. I have to do everything on my own including going

to school, cooking, cleaning, and taking care of my son. Back home I lived with my parents after my husband died and had a lot of help.

Favorite Recipe: Chicken Kabsa This is a spicy chicken and rice dish that includes onions, tomatoes and many different spices. Noorah brought spices from Saudi Arabia so that she can make it regularly here in the United States with the flavors from home.

Community members and readers are encouraged to submit ideas for the column. Know someone our readers might like to meet or have an example of cultural diversity that we can share and learn from? Email Sarah Mayle at editor2@findlayfamily.com.

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A cultural tradition you enjoy here: Thanksgiving. The students and

faculty got together to make and eat a meal here on campus. It was really nice. I also enjoyed Christmas break because we went home to Saudi Arabia to visit.

Noorah Albadran, Saud and Uncle Mohammed

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Mother’s Day is May 8 this year. It became an official U.S. holiday in 1914 with devoted daughter Anna Jarvis credited as The Mother of Mother’s Day. Here’s what makes it special for four local moms.

By Halley Sullivan and Emilee Roberts

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Barb Hohenbrink

Bluffton mom of Dylan, 12 and Andrew, 7 Barb appreciates Mother’s Day for being a special day where she can just relax. Although they don’t generally go out, Mother’s Day has always been a day where she can take time for herself and enjoy some downtime. “My husband (Ben) and my boys usually make me breakfast and let me sleep in. My boys make me homemade cards and I love to see their faces when they give them to me.

Sometimes I even get flowers for Mother’s Day. The best part of the day is spending it with my family!”

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healthy kids Color Your Family Happy

NAMI Hosts Its Annual FUNdraising Event

Congratulations to Jamie mother of three and ByFlack, Jessica Kempf grandmother of seven, of Findlay, who won our March giveaway, Bobbi-Toads fashionable Light-Ups. These ornately decorated sneakers, valued at $50, light up with each step. Flack said her 7-year-old granddaughter, Ella, can’t wait to wear the shoes and call them her own. Flack was excited to welcome her seventh grandchild on April 9.

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Lace up your sneakers and get ready to have some colorful fun at the annual NAMI Walk and Color Me Happy 5K. This signature event for Hancock County’s National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) takes place on May 21st and raises money to support programs that empower individuals and families impacted by a mental health condition. With an emphasis on FUN and the joy of getting doused in head-to-toe color for a good cause, this is a great activity for the whole family to enjoy together.

Providing Support for Mental Health Conditions

Michelle Huff, executive director of NAMI of Hancock County, said one in four families are impacted by a mental health condition. NAMI provides free educational programs, support and advocacy to those individuals and families and works with local law enforcement to help workers recognize and respond to mental health conditions. The NAMI Walk began in 2011 and the Color Me Happy 5K was added in 2015, with a great turnout.

“It’s a fun thing to do as a family and exercise is good for physical and mental well-being. Through this event we help fight the stigma for those suffering,” Huff said.

The Race and the After-party Details

Color Me Happy takes place at Riverside Park on May 21 with registration beginning at 8am and the untimed race beginning at 9:30. The cost is $40 for adults, $10 for children ages 6-17, and free for kids five and under. Findlay High School’s Steel Drum Band, Pantasia, will perform from 8-9am and Time Warp Mobile DJ will play music throughout the run. The post-race party will include food, free face painting, prizes, a bounce house, games, and, of course, more color.

So grab your white t-shirts and bring the kids for a day of fun!

For more information or to register online go to namiofhancock.org.

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Oler’s Bar & Grill: Beauty on the Inside Tastes to Make any Tex Mex Fan Sing

Oler’s Bar & Grill

By Sarah Mayle

708 Lima Ave., Findlay 419-423-2846 Hours: 11am-11pm Monday-Thursday; Friday-Saturday 11am-12am; Sunday 11am-10pm FB under keywords “Oler’s Bar and Grill” Olersbarandgrill.com Takeout and extensive catering options available Oler’s Bar & Grill is one of those places in Findlay that if you haven’t been there you could almost be embarrassed. It’s a not-so-well-kept secret that Oler’s serves some of the best Tex Mex food and margaritas around.

Embrace the outside of the building, the reward awaits inside.

“When I originally got the place in 1981, I had plans to work on the outside of the building,” Co-Owner Bob Oler said of the exterior of the restaurant. “But it was like a drawing card. Everybody liked it that way and we just left it, and so we’re delightfully tacky.”

As of May, this “delightfully tacky” restaurant beloved by Findlay, will celebrate 35 years - and they’ve done some renovating to boot. When the carryout that used to be attached to Oler’s closed, Oler and Co-Owner Debbie Cooper jumped at the opportunity for added space. Opened in December, the addition can seat 84 people, bringing the restaurant’s full capacity to 170. It includes a large bar area, table seating, a new entrance, flat screen TVs, and along a window area, bar stools that once resided inside long-time downtown eatery Miller’s Luncheonette.

Oler said they will soon begin building a deck by the glass garage-style door near the bar that can be opened in pleasant weather. Other recent upgrades include

The Short Course Kid-friendly: Yes

To avoid wait: Busiest between 12-1:30pm and 6-9pm. Consider making a reservation or come at an off-time. Reservation are limited. a new website (olersbarandgrill.com) and the addition of eight delicious new signature sauces, made in-house, that can be added to any entree at no additional charge. One of the things Oler is most proud of is the cleanliness of the restaurant’s kitchen.

A Look Inside

I’ll have to come clean here and admit that when my family and I paid a visit, this was only my second time at Oler’s. (I know…) Walking in the new entrance, I immediately noticed the pleasant natural light streaming in through the garage door and windows; the addition is impressive.

As we wound through a few eating areas to our table in the older section, I took in the fun atmosphere - from the colorful Mexican decor, to the black-and-redtiled floors, to the tabletops with ads, and the people occupying just about every table, happily eating away.

Tex Mex at its Best

Oler’s menu is extensive, including sections for several appetizers, sandwiches, specialties, burgers, Foods of New Mexico which boast “It’s all about the chile,” soups, specialty salads, Gringo’s Corner for those who may not be big into Mexican food, Delightfully Combo’D, A La Carte, sides and extras, Signature Sauces, a kids menu, and desserts.

Taking the advice of a friend who is a native Findlayite and seasoned Oler’s veteran, I ordered an original Oler’s creation - the Tostizza. It’s a flour tortilla fried crispy, topped with a layer of refritos (refried beans), seasoned ground beef, crisp lettuce, tomatoes, onions, another flour tortilla with mild salsa, melted Cheddar Jack cheeses and garnished with black ripe olives.

Delicious! The crispy, fried shell added a nice texture and I enjoyed with each bite a creaminess that contrasted with the crisp shell and cold, fresh lettuce and tomatoes.

My husband ordered the Fajita Salad, which is a flour tortilla bowl filled with iceberg lettuce salad mix, Monterey Jack and cheddar cheese, homemade croutons, tomato wedge, and a hard-boiled egg. He chose steak over chicken in the salad and enjoyed that, when he’d eaten enough of the salad, he was down to the crunchy tortilla and mixed it with the veggies.

Taking a Chance

This was a valiant night of eating for the kids. Not just one, but BOTH actually ordered Mexican food as opposed to chicken fingers and fries! Gimme some of that!

My 10-year-old son ordered two flour tacos with beef, lettuce, and onion, and a side of Spanish rice. He even put the rice in his tacos and proclaimed several times,

Noise level: Busiest between 12-1:30pm and 6-9pm. Consider making a reservation or come at an off-time. Reservation are limited.

Bathroom amenities: Clean and adequate

High chairs? Yes, and booster seats Got milk? Yes

Kids’ menu? Nice variety and a great value. Main dish with a side, drink, and dessert for $3.99.

Food allergy concerns? Owner Bob Oler said they will do whatever they can to meet your dietary needs - no salt or to use gluten-free corn tortillas, for example. Let your server know.

“Oh, this is soooo good.” He was also a big fan of the complimentary chips and salsa we received as an appetizer.

My 7-year-old daughter ate a flour taco of chicken, lettuce and cheese with a side of Spanish rice. She munched on her taco happily, but the Spanish rice was a little spicy for her. The key here, is she actually tried it!

Oler’s kids menu is a great value - only $3.99 for an entree, side, drink and dessert. The kids both ordered fried ice cream to wrap up their meals, and lucky me, my daughter shared a bite with Mom. Mmmm...such fried, refreshing goodness - a novel way to end an enjoyable meal.

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5 THURSDAY

Children’s Book Week - Established in 1919, Children’s Book Week is the longestrunning national literacy initiative in the country. Enjoy stories, songs and take-home activities daily through May 6. 10-10:30am.

Mazza Museum, 1000 N. Main St. 419-434-4560. mazzamuseum.org Free Discovery Story: Box Turtles Participants will find out how box turtles live, make a turtle craft and inspect a real box turtle shell and skeleton. 10am. Oakwoods Nature Preserve, 1400 Oakwoods Ln. 419-425-7275. hancockparks.com Free Mornings With Mommy - These educational play-dates with mommy (daddy/ grandma/babysitter) include a themed story and activities. For infants through preschool.

Registration required. 9:30am 10:30am.

Trinity Lutheran Church, 301 N. Main St. 419-326-4685. trinityfindlay.org Cinco de Mayo Celebration - Take a trip south of the border and celebrate Mexican culture with live entertainment, crafts and pinatas. 11am-3pm. $19/adults, $16/children (under 12), $16/seniors, free/ under 2 years. Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way. 419-385-4040. toledozoo.org

3 TUESDAY Teen Movie Night - Teens will enjoy watching a movie and snacking on popcorn. For grades 6+, with a permission form on file. 5:30-8pm. Findlay-Hancock County Public Library, 206 Broadway St. 419-422-1712. findlaylibrary.org Free

4 WEDNESDAY Inspired by the Masters - Learn about a famous artist from the past or present and create your own piece of art inspired by that artist. For all ages and abilities. No registration required. 5:30-6:30pm. $10.

Awakening Minds Art, 515 Main St. 419-302-3892. awakeningmindsart.org May the 4th Be With You - The library is calling all Jedis for crafts, games and fun. Costumes are encouraged. 6-8pm.

Findlay-Hancock County Public Library, 206 Broadway St. 419-422-1712. findlaylibrary.org Free

Art in the Park: Plein Air Gatherings This is an opportunity for artists to get together and paint or draw outdoors “en plein air.” This program is open to all adult and teen artists. Bring whatever supplies and equipment you need and dress for weather conditions. 9-11am. Oakwoods Nature Preserve, 1400 Oakwoods Ln. 419-425-7275. hancockparks.com Free

6 FRIDAY May ArtWalk - Stroll through Downtown Findlay, experience the amazing art, shopping and dining featured in the heart of the community. Visit local merchants offering extended hours, special sales, samples, art displays, and demonstrations. 5pm.

Downtown FIndlay (Findlay Airport), 1615 Gray St. artspartnership.com Free BGSU Planetarium Show: The Wright Way to Fly - As part of a multi-media show, you and Mom will get a glimpse into the Wright brothers’ innovation of the glider to its evolution of the airplane. 8-9pm. $1/person. Bowling Green State University Planetarium, 112 Physical Sciences Lab Building. bgsu.edu

7 SATURDAY 20th Annual Fish Festival - Young anglers can try their luck at catching trout.

Children must do the fishing, but adult assistance is permitted. All state fishing rules and regulations must be followed and anglers are asked to take home the first five trout they catch. No catch and release is permitted. Live bait will be for sale. Rain or shine.

Registration required. For ages 4-15 with an adult. 8-11am. Riverbend Recreation Area, 16618 Township Road 208.

419-425-7275. hancockparks.com Free Children’s Art Sculpting Class at CMF - Join CMF for a children’s sculpting class with Awakening Minds Art. Registration required. 10-11am. The class is free with museum admission: $5.75/ ages 16+, $3/ages 3-15, free/under age 3 & members. Children’s Museum of Findlay, 1800 Tiffin Ave. 567-250-9616. cmfindlay.com

Springtime in Ohio Craft Show Saturday, 5.7 & Sunday, 5.8 / Hancock County Fairgrounds Take the kids or head out for some “me time” to the 28th Springtime in Ohio Craft Show. Enjoy outstanding crafts, art displays, great food, musical entertainment, exhibitor demos, and fun activities for the kids. Find craft styles such as Folk Art, Americana, Victorian, Contemporary, Shabby Chic and Primitive Arts and Crafts. Face­ painting, pony rides, bounce houses and Buttons the Clown will entertain kids. “Restaurant Row” will offer a variety of food for patrons to sample.

Rain or shine. 10am­-5pm Saturday and 11am­-4pm Sunday. $5 per person with unlimited re­-entry for both days with hand stamp. Visit cloudshows.biz/coupons for a $1 off coupon. Hancock County Fairgrounds, 1017 E. Sandusky St. 419­-429-­7344.

Kids in the Park: Fishing - Grab some fishing poles and enjoy fishing fun in the sun. Bait will be provided. For ages 4+ with an adult; ages 15 and under are not required to have a fishing license. 1pm. Riverbend Recreation Area, 16618 Township Road 208.

419-425-7275. hancockparks.com Free Sesame Street Live: Let’s Dance!

Join Big Bird, Elmo and friends as they dance on the big stage. Also on May 8.

10:30am & 2pm Saturday, 1pm & 4:30pm Sunday. $33+. SeaGate Convention Centre, 401 Jefferson Ave., Toledo.

419-255-3300. sesamestreetlive.com National Train Day Toledo - Families and children will enjoy the opportunity to tour Amtrak exhibit train cars, see model trains, learn about railroad safety (children’s workshop), take a ride on the kiddie train and more. 9am-4pm. Toledo Amtrak Station, 415 Emerald Ave. & Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Plaza, Toledo. tmacog.org/National_Train_Day_Toledo Free

8 SUNDAY Northwest Ohio Railroad Preservation Train Rides - At the preservation, both you and Mom can ride a quarter-scale train, check out a museum and a gift shop full of historical memorabilia, which will unleash the inner child you both are. 1-4pm. $2/Adults. $1/Children.

Children Northwest Ohio Railroad Preservation, Inc., 12505 C.R. 99.

419-423-2995. nworrp.org

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9 MONDAY Young Explorers - Visit the library for some fun sensory exploratory play.

For all ages with an adult. 9:30-11:30am.

Findlay-Hancock County Public Library, 206 Broadway St. 419-422-1712. findlaylibrary.org Free

11 WEDNESDAY Tales for Tots & Toddlers: Bugs Children will enjoy this bug-themed storytime followed by an optional sack lunch.

Ages 1-3: 10:15-10:30am, Ages 4-5: 11-11:30am. Mazza Museum, 1000 N. Main St. 419-434-4560. mazzamuseum.org Free

13 FRIDAY 4th Annual Hollywood Daddy Daughter Dance - Dance the night away with your special someone.

Dress is semi-formal. Registration required.

7-8:30pm. Members: $15/couple; Nonmembers: $20/couple; $5 for additional daughter. Findlay YMCA, 300 E. Lincoln St. 419-422-4424. findlayymca.org

14 SATURDAY My Grown Up and Me Luncheon The afternoon will feature a luncheon and instructed painting on canvas. This is the perfect gift for Mother’s Day. Supplies will be provided. Reservations required. Noon1:30pm. $40/two participants, $10/additional child. Awakening Minds Art, 515 S. Main St. 419-302-3892. paintandpartake.org

Make and Take: Buckeye Critters Make animals from buckeyes, acorns, and different craft materials. All ages are welcome.

Registration required. 1-3pm. $2. Oakwoods Nature Preserve, 1400 Oakwoods Ln. 419-425-7275. hancockparks.com Mars - J.T. Senghas of the Millstream Astronomy Club will talk about Mars, our mysterious red neighbor. The program will be followed by observations of the Moon, Mars, Jupiter and Saturn. For all ages. 9pm. Riverbend Recreation Area, 16618 Township Road 208.

419-425-7275. hancockparks.com Free Zumba for Kids - Join ZPulse Studio for some high-energy, kid-friendly fitness.

Registration required. 11am. Children’s Museum of Findlay, 1800 Tiffin Ave. 567-250-9616. cmfindlay.com Free Spring on the Farm - Guests will experience life in rural Ohio more than 100 years ago while playing old-fashioned games, visiting with baby animals and learning about gardens. 10am-5pm. $16/ adults, $10/ages 6-16, free/ages 5 and under, $2 discount for seniors. Sauder Village, 22611 State Route 2, Archbold.

1-800-590-9755. saudervillage.org

15 SUNDAY Biomimicry: Open House - Bio-What?

Biomimicry! “Bio” means life and “mimicry” means to imitate. This open house will have many examples and samples of ways that humans have been inspired by nature.

For all ages. 1-4pm. Oakwoods Nature Preserve, 1400 Oakwoods Ln. 419-425-7275. hancockparks.com Free

19 THURSDAY Baby and Me - The group provides a safe, educational format for parents to share and socialize. Make friends and meet some of the Help Me Grow staff who will answer any questions you have about your baby and their development. 9-10am. Free/parents, $3/ children over 2 years old. Children’s Museum of Findlay, 1800 Tiffin Ave. 567-250-9616. cmfindlay.com The Findlay Military Show - During the 29th Annual Armed Forces Day Celebration, families will learn about history through re-enactment performances, living history demonstrations and more.

Through Sunday, May 22. Times vary, visit website. $5/adults, $3/ages 6-17, free/ under 6. Hancock County Fairgrounds, 1017 E. Sandusky St. findlaymilitaryshow.com

23 MONDAY Wee Ones: Baby Animals Participants will enjoy a story and activity about the baby animals of spring. For ages 3 and under with an adult; other aged siblings are also welcome to attend. 10am. Oakwoods Nature Preserve, 1400 Oakwoods Ln. 419-425-7275. hancockparks.com Free

25 WEDNESDAY All Abilities Days - Children of all abilities and their caregivers will enjoy a fun, hands-on, sensory-friendly time. 4:30-6pm. $3/child, free/adults. Children’s Museum of Findlay, 1800 Tiffin Ave. 567-250-9616. cmfindlay.com

22 SUNDAY A Pioneer’s Day Off: Open House See how the McKinnis family entertained themselves in their valuable leisure time.

Read a story by the fireplace, play checkers and try to walk on wooden blocks. The McKinnis children will have their favorite toys available for visitors to play with.

For all ages. 1-4pm. Litzenberg Memorial Woods, 6100 U.S. Route 224 419-425-7275. hancockparks.com Free

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Painting Class - Preschoolers and their parent will have the opportunity to create a painting together. 10:3011:30am. $10. Awakening Minds Art, 515 S. Main St. 419-302-3892. awakeningmindsart.com Toddler Art Zone - Children will draw and build crafts. Registration required. 11:30am-12:15pm. $12/ members, $24/non-members. Findlay YMCA Downtown Branch, 300 E. Lincoln St. 419-422-4424. findlayymca.org

Wednesdays & Fridays

Baby Time - Songs, stories, rhymes and other fun activities. For babies and toddlers up to 36 months. 9:4510:15am. Findlay-Hancock County Public Library, 206 Broadway St. 419-422-1712. findlaylibrary.org Free Storytime - Bring your children to enjoy books, songs, and other engaging literacy activities. 10-10:30am.

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21 SATURDAY Planetarium: Our Solar System Is life possible on another planet? What makes Earth so special? Learn about the solar system by comparing cosmic sizes, distances and atmospheric conditions.

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WE’RE HIRING! Outside Sales Rep

You know Findlay. 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.

Send resume with references to mjacobs@adamsstreetpublishing.com

Come on, hit send and let’s get started.

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