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Volume 4 • Issue 1 January 2015

[special features] A Sip of Heaven The Cracked Pot’s Tea Shop offers a moment of peace

by Sarah Mayle

community snapshots 5 faf’s favorite things 6 what’s briefly happening 7 new kids on the block 8 tween the lines 9 exceptional families 9 calendar 17

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Going Above and Beyond

by Kerry Trautman

Changing a Burden into a Gift

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Audrey Stoffel is striving for students’ success

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One word makes all the difference

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Ooey-Gooey Goodness

Adrianna’s Riverfront Cafe’s local and fresh food

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Kids say and do the darndest things. See what had us laughing this month!

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The other day my 6-year-old daughter was asked what she wanted to be when she grows up and she said, "I want to be Santa Claus… except for the beard… I don't want a beard."

Rae Allen, Fostoria My 4-year-old son asks, "Mom, how's come Santa always has the same wrapping paper as you and Daddy?”

Lacy Wentz, Carey My 3-year-old daughter tells guests that come in the house, "Don't eat the tree!" I think she's referring to the gingerbread ornament on the Christmas tree that she tried to eat last year.”

Rachel Barnes, Findlay While looking at an arrangement of flowers, I asked "Ailey, which one is your favorite?"

Ailey (almost 3 at the time): "That red one."

Me: "That's a daisy."

Ailey: "No, it's more of a Donald.”

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Pirates and Princesses Welcome

The Findlay Service League is hosting a winter FUNdraiser for the ages! The local organization of women dedicated to giving back to the Findlay/Hancock County community will be putting on the Pirates & Princesses Children’s Carnival which will support FSL’s community service and funding. The day will be filled with play for children and parents!

Activities will include a caterpillar obstacle course, face painting, cake walk, concessions and more!

Saturday, January 24 from 10am–2pm. $5/child.

Humane Society- Multipurpose Center (rear of building) 4550 Fostoria Ave., Findlay. www.findlayfsl.org

Fresh veggies are just a walk away for University of Findlay staff and students. That’s because the university is in the first year of the Hoop House project, a specialized greenhouse that grows produce nearly yearround. The joint venture of the Findlay Green Campus Initiative and Oiler Enterprises gets students involved in growing healthy food that is consumed on campus.

Hoop House– named for the steel structural hoops– was built last May on campus and has since provided tomatoes, cucumbers, green peppers, eggplant, lettuce, spinach, radishes and carrots. The food is sold to staff and students at affordable prices, as well as provided to dining halls with plans to sell to community members when possible. A recent harvest yielded six pounds of spinach and 20 pounds of lettuce.

During three growing seasons at its Foulke Avenue location, about a dozen students do most of the work planting, picking and marketing the harvest, without using any chemicals or pesticides.

“Some of the students wanted fresher food, and we wanted to educate people about what they eat, where it comes from and, ultimately, the taste,” says Michael Reed, professor of TESOL/Bilingual Education and co-chair of the green campus group. “ In most cases it was harvested just four hours ago.”

1000 N. Main St., Findlay. Email Reed for more information at reed@findlay.edu. www.findlay.edu.

Findlay Digital AcademyCharter School of the Year

The Ohio Alliance of Public Charter Schools recently recognized the Findlay Digital Academy as a Charter School of the Year. The award was given based on going above and beyond in all six categories of the Ohio Department of Education’s report card including high school graduation test passage rate, annual measurable objectives/gap closing and four, five, six and seven-year graduation rates. “The award is a celebration of what our students have accomplished,” said Sandra White, Findlay Digital Academy superintendent. “It sets the tone for our current students. We’re here to offer an alternative pathway to earn a diploma.”

The Academy is an online, Conversion Community School sponsored by the Findlay City Schools that serves students in grades 9-12 living in the Findlay City School District.

“It’s always our goal to have 100 percent of our students graduate,” she said. “I have a wonderful staff and we work hard to make sure our students meet their goals.”

Findlay Digital Academy, 1219 W. Main Cross Suite 101, Findlay. 419-425-3598. www.fda.findlaycityschools.org Josephine Latau celebrates as a 2014 graduate

Findlay First Edition and Pantasia Two local musical powerhouses, Findlay First Edition and Pantasia, acclaimed groups at Findlay High School, will join forces for a concert to beat the winter blues with song, dance and steel drums. The show choir and steel drum percussion group will bring their own brands of entertainment to the evening. FFE has claimed more than 75 grand championships and more than 34 national awards in its 30 years, including two-time SHOWSTOPPERS Grand Champions. Accompanied by award-winning musical ensemble The Boingers, the 50-member show choir most recently won several awards at the Ada Music Fest. Pantasia will bring a taste of the islands with steel drums, the national instrument of the island nations of Trinidad and Tobago. The group has performed nationally and internationally. Now in its 17th season, Pantasia has also been featured on five CDs including “Caribbean Christmas.”

Saturday, January 24 at 7:30pm. R.L. Heminger Auditorium at the high school, 1200 Broad Ave. $10 in advance and $15 at the door, and are available from the Arts Partnership at 419-422-4624 or by visiting www.artspartnership.com.

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Custom Jewelry and More at RooBarb Studios Downtown Findlay has a great new addition with the November opening of RooBarb Studios. The store showcases the combined talent of mother-daughter duo, Jody Combs and Abby Anderson, by selling their custom jewelry, stationery, invitations and more. The business started with Abby’s hand-stamped bangles and quickly took off to include a variety of customized items. The majority of their business is attracted through social media, and continual orders from customers are keeping Jody and Abby very busy. “People think we have a fancy, deluxe stamping machine, but our stampers are Jody and Abby,” laughs Jody. The need for more space to work led to the opening of RooBarb Studios, a storefront where they can display and sell their creative pieces with a workshop in the back. The name for the store was inspired by a nickname given to Jody’s parents, Roosevelt and Barbara, who were lovingly known around town as “RooBarb.” -JK 622 S. Main St. Like RooBarb Studios on Facebook or follow Roobarbstudios on Instagram.

Pizza on the Blanchard River At Adrianna’s Riverfront Café, they tickle the ivories and the taste buds. Offering pizza, subs, burgers and sandwiches, the restaurant recently acquired a new name, new management and a new location. Co-owner Andrew Davis also offers catering in the banquet hall along with carryout and delivery. “We have a price and a taste for just about everybody,” he said. Future plans include a liquor license and weekend jazz entertainment. A baby grand piano is already in place, and patrons are encouraged to play. -RB 104 S. Main St., Findlay. 11am to 10pm Tuesday through Thursday, 4pm to midnight Saturday, and 4 to 10pm Sunday. Closed on Monday. 419-422-2299. www.adriannasriverfrontcafe.com

A Sip of Heaven After years of dreaming about such a venture, Beth Druschel made it come to life. In November, she opened The Cracked Pot’s Tea Shop. “Life is too short and people try to fit so much in.

Sometimes you need to just sit down, gather yourself and breathe.” Druschel brews two types of tea per day to sell by the cup or pot. Patrons are urged to relax and enjoy the shop, but if you need one, bring a “to go” cup. Druschel carries 35 teas now, which will vary seasonally and are available for purchase to brew at home. She also offers “goodies” such as chocolate cake, cheesecakes, mousse and brownies. The shop, decorated in relaxing blue, white and gray tones, seats 15 guests. There is also free Wi-Fi, with four workstations for laptops. Isle of Candles soy lotion, fragrance-free candles and warmers as well as tea pots, cups and other tea accessories can be purchased. -SM 221 Broadway St., Findlay. Winter Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday 10am to 6pm; Wednesday Noon to 6pm. 567-525-3141. Find them on Facebook under “The Cracked Pot’s Tea Shop” and watch for the teas of the day and specials.

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Preparing Toddlers for Success

A Ballerina with a Mathematician’s Mind Ballet plus math equals a winning formula

by Kay Mathias

For Findlay High School freshman Amy Barto, achieving excellence in the art of ballet and the science of mathematics has provided the perfect formula for both current and future success.

Through focus, determination, and patience, 15-year-old Barto has taught herself how to succeed in two high-demand areas, and how to carry this approach into everday life.

Barto’s teen life is busy. She is a Level 6 Ballet Dancer and student teacher at the Findlay Academy of Ballet, a member of St. Michael the Archangel Folk Group and member of FHS Key Club. She has performed with the NEOS Dance Theatre of Mansfield, TrideaDANCE modern dance of Tiffin, and Pointe of the Evening Findlay Academy of Ballet scholarship program.

An honor roll student, Barto has achieved recognition as the 2014 national winner of the AMVETS Americanism Essay contest, Camp Fire Northwest Ohio 2014 Incredible Kids winner, St. Michael 2014 Right to Life essay winner and member of the Junior National Honor Society.

Heading toward a math and science career

Barto wants to have a career in math or science and says learning patience and having an example of success in her family have kept her on track with her goals.

“I learned a long time ago to use small amounts of time wisely,” Barto said. “Ten minutes is long enough to start an assignment and do a few math problems. I usually do the thing that will take the most time first.” Barto says her oldest cousin, Megan, has been a role model. “She has advanced degrees in math and is working towards being an actuary.

She has shown me math can be an interesting and challenging career.”

Since Barto feels ballet has been the key to developing the discipline it takes to succeed in life, it will always be a part of her future.

“I have been in ballet since kindergarten,” said Barto. “I enjoy it. It has taught me the value of hard work. I don’t think I will ever stop dancing. I know a lot of adults who continue to dance while having jobs outside of dance, including several at the Findlay Academy of Ballet. I hope I can fit in a ballet class in college, depending on the demands of my major.”

Barto likes to spend her free time with friends and her family- mom, Rose, father, Vince, and younger sister Grace. She sees herself as a positive person who has never thought of giving up when the going gets tough.

“I don’t think I’ve ever come across anything in math or ballet that has made me want to give up,” Barto says. “In math, the answer is there- I just have to find it. I have fallen off pointe (in ballet), a couple of times and it was frightening, but I got right back up and went back on pointe. In ballet, falling is not failing. Failing is falling without getting back up.”

Amy Barto is the daughter of freelance writer, Rose Barto, who writes the monthly column, Family Planet, and her husband, Vince.

The Ready Program is equipping students with the tools they need

By Rhonda Wilson

The Wood County Hospital in Bowling Green is running a new program aimed at serving young children with autism. The Ready Program specializes in instruction, speech, occupational and physical therapies, family education and home programming to improve social, cognitive and communication skills for children ages 3 to 5 who have been diagnosed with autism.

Lauren Miller, the pediatric clinical coordinator at Wood County Hospital shares her enthusiasm for the program. “This program is brand new and was developed to meet a need in the South Toledo area. What’s unique is that the program tries to target readiness so that children with autism can transfer to regular classrooms.”

The Ready Program is distinctive in its blending of the clinical model of healthcare with the educational model of a preschool setting in order to give the children a rounded effort of intervention and learning. “My favorite aspect of the program is that it is a blend of both a clinical and educational philosophy,” Miller said.

The goal is to provide support and prepare children as they move up to elementary school. The classes are limited to six students per class and will allow the licensed intervention specialist to have quality one-on-one interaction to facilitate a smooth transition to kindergarten, taking into consideration each child’s own personal needs and abilities.

The Ready Program is also providing parent networking opportunities and parent training and support with the local schools the children are transitioning to.

Parents of prospective students can contact Lauren Miller about enrollment at 419-373-7686 or at millerl@woodcountyhospital.org. www.woodcountyhospital.org.

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has found that there are over 100 medical conditions that can be detected in the early stages by a dentist. A high number of overall health conditions can have oral symptoms, such as ulcers, dry mouth, swollen or bleeding gums and bad breath. These conditions can often be an indicator of your overall health. In fact, one of the first indicators of poor health is trouble in your mouth. Take your oral health seriously.

Brush, floss, and use mouthwash every day.

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I am currently a sophomore at North Baltimore High School.

This is my first year on the Varsity basketball team and I lettered in football, receiving BVC Honorable Mention. As a freshman, I played on the 9th grade & JV basketball teams and lettered in golf and baseball.

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What made you choose to seek care with Dr. Lofquist?

Dr. Lofquist is involved with my team sports in North Baltimore and he’s helped my sister recover from her sports injuries.

How do you think Dr. Lofquist has helped during competitions?

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Going Above and Beyond

Audrey Stoffel is striving for students’ success

by Kerry Trautman

W

hile teaching kindergarten at Jefferson Primary School in Findlay, Audrey Stoffel also volunteers for Clothe-A-Child, The Leader in Me (a youth leadership program) and was recently a 2013 Semifinalist for the Golden Apple Award. Of

her teaching experience thus far, Stoffel says it “has far exceeded anything I could have ever imagined… going to school doesn’t feel like a job, it feels like a way of life. I live for my students, staff, and school community.”

Committed teachers know that their role does not end when the school day does.

“I really enjoy building relationships with each of my students, watching them grow academically and socially, and providing a solid foundation for young learners.” Inspiration struck early for Stoffel, due to positive experiences with her own teachers. “I connected with those teachers who nurtured and cared for students. One nurturer was my sixth grade teacher, Mrs. Munsey.

She was there for each of her students

on all levels: academically, emotionally, and socially. I have taken her passion for life and teaching and I try to utilize that in my own life and classroom each and every day.”

Nurturing others through education Besides nurturing her students within school walls, Stoffel also helps children through Clothe-A-Child, a program which benefits children who receive services as well as those children who volunteer to help others. “I became involved with the Clothe-A-Child program when a fellow colleague and incredible educator, Tina Gephart, asked me to assist her.

We raised awareness of the importance of being philanthropic at any age. We are able to take 20-25 students to Kohl’s to shop for winter clothing. Some of our students have never been to a department store. It is an incredible experience.

The students that donate are so proud and happy to help those in need. The students who shop are so appreciative and happy. You can see empathy, kindness, appreciation and sincere gratitude exuding from students.”

Another opportunity for Stoffel to instill confidence in young people is The Leader in Me, a whole-school leadership program which applies the popular business model, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, to school children. Stoffel said, “The 7 Habits allow for students to be successful at whatever their strength or skill may be and to be leaders wherever they go. Students that don’t have these life skills learn them and those that do possess the habits, further enhance them. The Leader in Me and passion from our principal, Krista Miller, together has created an environment at our school that is extraordinary. We are a school, yes, but we are so much more than that. We are a family.”

Stoffel’s career fulfillment is rooted in joy while watching her students thrive.

“Although my students are young in age and small in stature, my hopes for them are quite large. I want to foster intrinsic pride in work, empathy for others, a genuine passion for learning, a solid academic foundation, and to help students find their own strengths and passions as leaders and learners.”

Changing a Burden into a Gift

One word makes all the difference

By Rose Barto

One day I was complaining about something I had to do for my daughter.

It wasn’t a big something. It was just one of those little annoyances that come with parenting. I had to wait in a dark parking lot for about the one millionth time. I do it nearly every day of the week.

Sometimes it gets to me, and I need to vent.

I was waiting in that parking lot when I started texting my friend Erica. We each often vent to the other about the little stuff. She waits at cross country meets, I wait at ballet. She has two sons at a gigantic university, I will soon have two daughters at a big high school. Amid the jokes and funny stories, there is sometimes an undercurrent of “I can’t wait till I don’t have to do this anymore.”

We both got a big wakeup call on February 27, 2012, when a shooter walked into the cafeteria at Chardon High School and started firing. Three students died that day and others were seriously injured.

My friend’s son, then a senior, was in the cafeteria when it happened. The shooter was a childhood friend who had celebrated birthdays at their home and was prominently featured in their scrapbooks.

To this day, she will run across photos of him and her boys together when they were younger.

Some things are just unspeakable.

They become even more so when they happen to children. We all probably know someone who has lost a child, either through illness, accident or an act of violence. Each time, we are all thankful that it wasn’t us.

I find it even harder when the family has children the same ages as mine. Recently, a local girl lost her battle with cancer. She was the same age as my oldest.

I’ve known families whose children have suffered horribly from illness or who have taken their own life. It’s not fair. It’s not right. But it makes us appreciate what we have.

Some months after the Chardon shooting, my friend was about to leave the house to go to yet another cross country meet. I asked her why she didn’t skip this one, which was an hour away in the rain. She answered that she felt lucky she was able to see her son run when others no longer could.

She had changed “have to” to “get to.” What used to be an annoyance was now a privilege.

That stopped me cold. There were parents somewhere who wish they could help with homework, who wish they could disagree on skirt lengths and, surely, who wish they could wait in dark park-

ing lots five nights a week to drive their children home.

So in this month of resolutions, I don’t promise to get organized, stop smoking or lose weight. I resolve to try to change “have to” to “get to” when it comes to my children. What I can’t promise is that I will stop complaining entirely – I am human, after all. I will, however, remember there are millions of parents who wish they could do the very thing I am complaining about.

Tonight, like most nights, I’ll be in that parking lot. It will be worth the wait.

I get to bring my daughter home.

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Ooey-Gooey Goodness

Adrianna’s Riverfront Cafe’s local and fresh food

by Sarah Mayle

THE SHORT COURSE

Adrianna’s Riverfront Café

Kid-friendly Yes

To avoid wait Order ahead

104 S. Main St. Findlay, OH 45840 419-422-2299 Hours: Tuesday-Thursday, 11am to 2pm and 5pm to 10pm; Friday 11am to 12am; Saturday 4pm to 12am; and Sunday 4pm to 10pm.

Closed on Mondays.

Watch Facebook under Adrianna’s Riverfront Café for menu and value specials.

“U-Haul” and catering available. Free delivery in town for orders more than $15. Banquet hall available for special events.

There is nothing quite like the flavorful, ooey-gooey, cheese-stuffed breadsticks at Adrianna’s Riverfront Cafe - the best my husband and I have ever tasted.

That wonderful taste may stem from the owners’ decision, after breaking from the Padrone’s Pizza franchise, to take their focus to a whole new level of quality and freshness. Their breads hail from local bakery Bread Kneads and their meats from Brinkman’s Country Corner. Co-owner Andrew Davis said they make their own buttermilk ranch dressing, chop fresh vegetables, and make their hand-tossed pizza dough four or five times a day, to name a few of the changes.

On the regular menu, Adrianna’s serves pizza, specialty pizza, subs, sandwiches, pasta dinners, calzones, chicken wings, various appetizers, salads, and a large array of soft and hard ice cream. Davis’ fiancée, Kathie Lee, co-owns the restaurant. Davis said that in the near future they plan to have special, more upscale dinners available on Friday and Saturday evenings accompanied by a jazz band or piano music.

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Noise level Quiet

Bathroom amenities Clean and nice.

No changing table.

High chairs Yes, and booster seats

Got Milk? No, but has Hi-C, Sprite and water

Kid’s menu? There is no kids menu, but kids can share an adult portion or order a 7-inch personal pizza, for example. They do serve chicken strips as well.

Adrianna’s offers a $5 large pizza for something quick and easy, which you can order ahead. They also offer homemade pies, cupcakes and brownies by Missy’s Munchies.

Dining on the Blanchard River

Adjacent to the main dining space is a large banquet area that can seat up to 60 people, and is available to rent.

Davis is ordained to conduct marriages and hopes couples will want put it all together, making use of the banquet area, his services, and the gazebo outside along the Blanchard River.

As for our family, we enjoyed Adrianna’s so much that we got takeout the day after we dined in for this food review, and ordered another two times in the couple weeks before the deadline for this story.

(We like their food!)

When dining in, I ordered a 10-inch pizza with mushroom and tomato, and found it to be quite tasty. The pizza just

Food allergy concerns? Much of the food is made in-house at Adrianna’s, so accommodations are easy. Just let your server know what you need. had a look of high quality, mushrooms and tomato poking through fresh melted cheese. The dough was thick, had a unique taste and wasn’t greasy. I even had some leftover pizza to take home.

My husband ordered hot wings and fries, which he enjoyed, while my sixyear-old daughter raved over her personal cheese pizza, declaring, “This is the best pizza I’ve ever had!”

My 9-year-old son’s meal sparked an acceptance for eating a sub or sandwich with meat. He ordered a turkey sub with cheese, lettuce, onion and mayonnaise and enjoyed it so much that I am now allowed to make a similar sub for his lunch at school. Prior to this meal, only PB&J had the distinct honor of gracing his lunchbox EVERY DAY since he started eating at school, from Kindergarten to third grade.

He also gobbled up a salad, enjoying the homemade buttermilk ranch, and ate every last French fry on his plate. Both kids were delighted to sample the Hershey’s

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Ice Cream, each selecting Moose Tracks as their flavor of choice.

We all scream for ice cream

The ice cream selection at Adrianna’s is like pulling up to a specialty ice cream shop. Flavor Burst soft ice cream is available, as well as Hershey’s hard ice cream.

Patrons can order sundaes, floats, malts, milkshakes, cones, ice cream in a cup, a banana split, or even the Adrianna’s Favorite – two dips of vanilla ice cream with strawberry, pineapple and marshmallow sauce, whipped cream and crushed nuts.

We all enjoyed our meals and our visit to Adrianna’s. The quality was great and the dine-in area is cozy. It reminded me of being on a ski vacation and after a long day outside in the cold, stopping at an aromatic, little pizza shop to rejuvenate.

Returning several times for takeout is true testimony to our approval!

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Let your imagination flow from your hand to your sketchbook while exploring nature at one of Findlay’s most beautiful preserves during Art in the Park: Nature Journaling. Naturalist, Hancock Parks District volunteer and artist, Sharon Hammer Baker, will instruct an artistic workshop on nature journaling. The handson workshop will include sketching, drawing, painting and writing as Sharon teaches some fun journaling techniques. Students will have the opportunity to create fascinating and inspiring objects found in the parks as well as live and mounted wildlife. This workshop is for teens and adults.

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1 THURSDAY Walleye Winterfest Youth Hockey Tournament - The Toledo Walleye and Playmaker Sports USA, LLC have partnered together to launch the inaugural Walleye Winterfest Youth Hockey Tournament.

Championship games will be played at the outdoor rink at Fifth Third Field. Admission to tournament games is free. Through January 4 at various locations. A full schedule can be found at toledowalleye.com/ tournament.

3 SATURDAY Children’s Book Reading with Author Jan Wahl - Toledo native, Author Jan Wahl, will read a selection of his stories. He has written a long list of children’s books, illustrated by the likes

of Maurice Sendak and Edward Gorey.

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Worlds Largest Mitten Chain - Help put Toledo on the map with recognition in the Guinness Book of World Records for the world’s largest mitten chain. The collected mittens will be donated to the Salvation Army for those in need of a little winter warmth. 2:30pm. Summit St., Downtown Toledo. 419-725-9255. toledowalleye.com

FUNday Monday - Have fun at the library with crafts and lots of good reads.

For grades 3+. 6:30pm. Forest-Jackson Public Library, 102 W. Lima St., Forest.

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4 SUNDAY A Visiting We Will Go - It might be cold and snowy outside, but there is plenty to do for the McKinnis family. See what preparations they’ll be doing to keep warm during the winter. 1-4pm. Litzenberg Memorial Woods McKinnis House, 6100

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8 THURSDAY Crazy Science - Explore some really cool science concepts and build some LEGO creations. Registration required. Through February 12. 4-5pm. $60. Snapology of Findlay, 15033 Flag City Dr. 419-701-9529. snapology.com Sleeping Beauty - All ages will enjoy the ballet classic, performed by the Russian National Ballet Theatre, with music by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky. 7:30pm. $38-$58.

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9 FRIDAY Snooze at the Zoo - Families will see another side of the Zoo and share adventures with animals, educators, zookeepers, friends and classmates during this overnight event. Each Snooze lasts from 6:30pm until 10am the next day. Separate fee, pre-registration required. Also on January 16-18, 24 & 30. Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way, Toledo. 419-385-4040. toledozoo.org

10 SATURDAY Basics of Scriptwriting - In this workshop, students will learn the principles of writing a play and a short script. The workshop is perfect for beginners and experienced scriptwriters. For grades 6-12.

9am-noon. $25, $20/additional family members. Findlay Art’s Partnership, 618 South Main St. 419-422-3412 ext. 3. artspartnership.com/youth-theater ACT Practice Test - Teens can take a practice test to help prepare for their college entrance ACT test. Teens are asked to bring a number 2 pencil and calculator.

The Library will provide a light snack for morning break. Administered by Sylvan of Findlay. For grades 8-12. Parents and teens should also attend the Acing the ACT on January 13 from 6:30-8pm. Registration required. 9:30am-1pm. Findlay-Hancock County Public Library, 206 Broadway St. 419-422-1712. findlaylibrary.org Free Kids in the Park: Winter Fun - Enjoy a brisk winter hike in the woods and hot chocolate. 1-3pm. Riverbend Recreation Area, Shelter 1, 16618 Township Rd. 208.

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419-434-4606.

11 SUNDAY World Dance Party - Bright costumes and brilliant music traditions come alive when the TSO teams up with a variety of local dance companies to introduce your child to the wonderful world of dance.

2-4pm. $25. Valentine Theatre, 410 Adams St. Toledo. 419-246-8000. toledosymphony.com 18

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Funday Sunday: Snowmen - Families will have fun with activities, games and a themed story time. 1:30-3:30pm. Mazza Museum, 1000 N. Main St. 419-434-4560. mazzamuseum.org Free

12 MONDAY Wee Ones: Rabbits - Learn what rabbits are up to during the winter season with activities and a craft that relate to a friendly rabbit story. For ages 3 years old and under with an adult. 10am & 1pm.

Oakwood Nature Preserve Discovery Center, 1400 Oakwoods Ln. 419-425-7275. hancockparks.com Free

14 WEDNESDAY Tales for Tots: Penguins - Enjoy a themed story time on the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month. 11-11:30am.

Mazza Museum, 1000 N Main St. 419-434-4560. mazzamuseum.org Free

18 SUNDAY Frozen - Discover what plants and animals do to survive in the harsh elements of the winter season. Bring sketch book and drawing supplies. 1pm. Oakwoods Nature Preserve Discovery Center, 1400 Oakwoods Ln. 419-425-7275. hancockparks.com Free

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10am-2pm. $5 per child. Humane Society Multipurpose Center (rear of building), 4550 Fostoria Ave. findlayfsl.org

26 MONDAY 6th Annual Mother Nature Tea: Autumn - Mother Nature will share a story about her child, Autumn, with a delightful tea, followed by children’s activities and a craft. For ages 4-6 with an adult companion (one adult for every two children). Registration required by Friday, January 23. 9:30am, 11am, 1pm, 2:30pm & 4pm. $4. Riverbend Recreation Area Brugeman Lodge Shelter 3, 16618 Township Road 208. 419-425-7275. hancockparks.com

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23 FRIDAY Disney’s Beauty and the Beast Based on the Academy Award-winning animated feature film, this classic, musical love story is filled with unforgettable characters, lavish sets and costumes. 7:30pm January 23; 2pm & 7:30pm January 24. $43-$88.

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