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July

Summer has arrived, which means more time for making memories with family.. and bored kids that need to fill up free time. We’ve got you covered!

GUIDE

We know school is almost out for summer but now is the time to get in our August Back to School Guide!

When Daddy Travels

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See how Kerrie McLoughlin deals with dad not being home. She’s got ideas on how to make it work and have fun while doing it!

Are We There Yet?

[commentary] family planet Lessons Learned

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by Rose Barto

Adopting a Life of Love

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[Always online] debate on circumcision, postpartum blues and what you can expect when you’re expecting!

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Kathy’s Korner

Roundup of Local Facebook Parent Groups

Our Baby & Maternity Guide gives insight on the latest

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Adams Street Publishing Co. What local spot makes you most proud of Findlay?

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Collette Jacobs (cjacobs@toledoparent.com) university of findlay

Apple A Day Health Food Store

Take your decision for a healthy family to the next level with Nature’s Plus Animal Parade Gold multi-vitamin and mineral supplements for kids, found at Apple A Day health food store. The chewable vitamins, designed for ages 3 to 12, are hypoallergenic, gluten-free, vegetarian and contain probiotics. The supplements contain no artificial dyes and are better for teeth, using the alternative sweetener xylitol. Find Animal Parade in cherry, orange and grape flavor. Cost is $15.25 for 60 vitamins and $27.30 for 120 vitamins.

Two locations in Findlay: 600 S. Blanchard St., 419-423-3973 and inside Great Scot at 2021 Broad Ave., 419-422-7853, on Facebook under Apple a Day.

Roma Rain Boots

Roma Boots have been using their passion for art, design, and fashion as a vehicle for promoting hope and change around the world since 2010.

With their unique buy-one, give-one business model, they’ve provided countless impoverished children with the boots and learning supplies they need to thrive. The brand’s goal is to remind everyone that a simple act of kindness can be the hope someone needs to change the world.

Various colors available, starting at $89. www.romaboots.com

Mother Hubbard’s Learning Cupboard

Looking for games to play with the kids this summer that are fun, yet pack some educational punch? At Mother Hubbard’s Learning Cupboard, you can find a whole wall of them, covering all subject areas, such as math, reading, writing, science, social studies and even strategy. Find products for ages 6 months to 8th grade, ranging in price from $3 to $22.

219 Broadway St., Findlay. 419-425-3276, motherhubbardslearning.com and on Facebook under Mother Hubbard’s Learning Cupboard.

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By Sue Lovett

The sign of Leo is ruled by the sun. Lucky are the parents who have a Leo child. As soon as they come into the world they are smiling and happy to be in the spotlight. They enjoy attention ALL of the time. Rarely does a Leo child want to be alone. They like to be dramatic so reading stories to them that require responses and interaction is perfect. When they are in pre-school they are eager to participate in all of the singing and games and may resist quiet time. At home they rarely want to take a nap. They always want to be the king or queen, front and center, and are not happy in the back row.

If there are other children in the family, the Leo will want to “take charge” of entertaining them and playing school with them. They are good students and require a lot of praise in the class room. They have musical talent and enjoy performing.

Fame and fortune are in their stars.

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Law Firm Opens Downtown Findlay Office Aler Stallings Law Firm has opened a new office. With several throughout Ohio, they specialize in legal issues surrounding estate planning, elder law, veterans planning, and probate & estate administration. -KT

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Artwork at Findlay’s Mazza Museum will soon reach into a new dimension.

Construction was recently completed on a new gallery for displaying pop-ups, fold-outs, die-cuts, tunnel books, and other artwork that is three-dimensional.

Funding for the new gallery was generously provided by museum docent Ginny Laiho and her husband, Rikhard. A sneak peek of some of the pieces that will be on display included mock-ups and “practice” pieces in varying stages of construction to demonstrate the difficult engineering process required of this specialized art form. According to Mazza director Benjamin Sapp, the selected items of 3D artwork exhibited in the new gallery will be rotated, with some pieces carefully transferred back into storage and replaced with other pieces, to reduce the potential for damage and general dust-gathering on the delicate works. The grand opening celebration of the new, 325-square-foot gallery space, scheduled for November 12, will feature Matthew Reinhart, a New York Times bestselling author, illustrator, and paper engineer who donated original art pieces from each of his titles as well as many books from his own private collection. Reinhart will speak during the Mazza’s weekend conference following the grand opening. -KT

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It’s a Royal Occasion

When Patti Murray attended a Frozen party with her twin granddaughters in New York, the lifelong entrepreneur got an idea for a new business, Fairytales Royal Parties.

“Parents are so busy these days, yet they want to give their child that magical experience,” she says. “We offer all-inclusive parties so that parents can sit back, relax and enjoy their child’s special day without the stress of all the planning, coordinating and decorating.”

Based in Fremont, Ohio, Fairytales Royal Parties serves clients within a 50 to 60 mile radius—covering Toledo, Perrysburg, Findlay, and Sandusky. The company specializes in themed parties including Royal Tea Parties (featuring a favorite princess); Pirate Adventures; Glamour Girlz Spa Retreat; PINK Pajama Club; Racing Fans; Farmville and more. Parties include custom designed invitations and thank you cards; delivery and setup of tables, chairs, linens, themed dishes and glassware; games and activities; and props and decorations to transform any area into a magical environment based on the party’s theme. Typical activities include face painting, balloon twisting and caricature drawing.

“We offer all the favorite princess and superhero characters,” says Murray. “And all of our performers are accomplished actors/actresses and vocalists, many with musical theatre degrees.” -LP Fairytales Royal Parties is also available for fundraisers, corporate events, school activities and business promotions. For more information, visit fairytalesroyalparties.com or call Patti Murray at 419-307-2775.

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Incredible Kids Honored Camp Fire of Northwest Ohio honored seven “Absolutely Incredible Kids” on May 21 at a luncheon and awards banquet at Winebrenner Seminary. The awards recognize youth accomplishment in seven categories. Each winners received a $250 check. Gabrielle Brown, Donnell, received the Advocacy award. She has spearheaded many efforts to help others, including a candy drive at Halloween for soldiers overseas and Teens for Jeans, a program that donates gently used jeans to kids in need.

Kyle Dittman, Donnell, received the Diversity award. He has volunteered at Sunshine Children’s Home ever since he was a small boy and he’s always educating others on diversity and acceptance. Kaitlyn Casiano, Fostoria, was recognized for Family Development. Kaitlyn has incorporated service into every facet of her life—

volunteering at school, church, home and community organizations. Alaya Fuller, Glenwood, received the Leadership/Community Service award. She is a school leader who uplifts her fellow students and devotes a lot of time to student council and serving her school and community. Dalton Alexander, Liberty Benton, received the Nature award. He is a quiet leader who helps out with his family’s farm and who donates the harvest from his garden to friends, neighbors, the City Mission and other groups in need. Madeline Woodhull, Glenwood, received the Talent and Skills award. She is an accomplished artist and top notch student who is always taking on new challenges to grow and learn. Makayla Slough, Donnell, received the Youth Development Award.

She excels in academics and sports and volunteers her time with Special Kids Therapy.

Blanchard Valley Hospital receives Komen funding Blanchard Valley Health System has received continued funding of $58,375 from the Northwest Ohio Affiliate of the Susan G. Komen Foundation to fight breast cancer in Hancock and surrounding counties. The award was part of over $500,000 in community grants awarded to 13 nonprofit organizations in the Komen’s 24-county service area.

Komen Northwest Ohio grants 75 percent of the funds it raises to provide mammograms, breast health education and support, as well as other diagnostic services and treatment to uninsured and underinsured individuals in the service area. Remaining funds support research at the national level. Blanchard Valley Hospital’s grant will fund the Mammography Screening Initiative which provides screening and diagnostic mammography services through the EasternWoods Outpatient Center and Bluffton Hospital to qualifying residents of Hancock and surrounding counties.

For copy of the Hancock County Mammography Screening Initiative (HCMSI) brochure, visit: www.bvhealthsystem.org. To schedule a screening mammogram, call 419-425-3170.

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Jump into summer fun and fellowship at Potluck & Play and Sensory Friendly Movie Night events for children with developmental differences and their family and friends at Blanchard Valley School. Participants should bring a dish and their favorite beverage to share in the cafeteria, and after eating, the kids can play outside on the playground. Sensory Friendly Movie Night will begin in the cafeteria after each of the play dates. “These events are really good because a lot of the kids with special needs don’t get to go to special events,� Treece said. “They might have behavior problems that other parents don’t understand. Here they can be around other kids like them and build social skills, and parents can meet other parents who know what they’re going through.� “It’s so nice to meet other parents who get it,� she added. “It’s good all around socially for everybody.� Treece said that last year, most of the attending kids were between the ages of 2 and 13, but the events are open up to age 22. Following Potluck & Play, all are welcome to stay for Sensory Friendly Movie Night, another free event that will begin in the cafeteria around 6:15pm. Treece said that during the movie, kids are not expected to sit still. It is a judgment free zone, where they are welcome to talk, sing, or run around and play. Blankets and pillows are encouraged, and popcorn and water will be provided. Additional snacks will also be available for purchase.

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Favorite Places and Spaces PLACE FOR WINTER FUN

Riverbend Recreation Park 16618 Township Rd. 208 hancockparks.com

Runner Up: Reservoir

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PLACE TO READ

Hancock County Library 206 Broadway Street 419-422-1712 findlaylibrary.org

Runner Up: The Mazza Museum

PLACE TO WORSHIP

MUSEUM

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

Runner Up: Children’s Museum of Findlay

College First Church of God

FAIR OR FESTIVAL

Runner Up: Gateway Church

1017 E Sandusky St. 419-423-1373 facebook.com/hancockfairgrounds

N. Main Street, Findlay 419-422-7365 collegefirst.org

Hancock County Fair

Runner Up: Balloon Fest

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PLACE TO VOLUNTEER YMCA,

PLACE FOR BDAY BASH Paloozas

300 E. Lincoln St. 419-422-4424 ymca.net

103 E. Sandusky St. 419-422-7565 paloozas.net

Runner Up: United Way

Runner Up: Gold Medal Gymnastics

PLACE FOR A PICNIC Riverside Park

231 McManness Ave. 419-424-7176 hancockparks.com

PLACE FOR A BDAY CAKE Buggy Whip Bakery 111 E Crawford St. 567-301-2203 buggywhipcakes.com

FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHER Amy Cook

Runner Up: Sweet Retreat

FAMILY FRIENDLY ENTERTAINER

Art me! Traveling Paint & Party Studio Face painting Old State Rte. 65, Ottawa, OH 419-306-4723 https://www.facebook. com/facepaintdesigns

Runner Up: Monkey Around

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PLACE FOR DECORATIONS

Decorations Plus

2219 N Main St. 419-422-2831 decorationsplusonline.com

Runner Up: Party Place

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blog.amycookphotos.com amycookphotographyLLC A beautiful family portrait creates a lasting memory, and Amy Cook Photography’s mission is to provide just that. Specializing in newborns, maternity, children of all ages, and families, this professional photographer shoots gorgeous, natural photos in indoor and outdoor settings. In addition to photography, Amy Cook also teaches workshops. If you’re a repeat customer, you can receive a discounted price. Check prices and contact Amy for a portrait session through her blog. Hours: 9am-5pm Monday-Friday.

Runner Up: Pictures by Erin Whiteleather

DAY TRIP

BOWLING ALLEY

Sauder Village

22611 State Rte. 2, Archbold, OH 419-446-2541 saudervillage.org

Runner Up: Cedar Point

AMF

616 W Trenton Ave 419-422-9757 amf.com

Runner Up: Seneca Lanes

ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS

LOCAL TOY STORE

Toledo Zoo

DorAnne’s

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

327 S Main St. 419-425-5510 shopdorannes.com

Runner Up: Riverbend Park

Runner Up: Toys R Us

TWEEN ACTIVITY

GARDEN NATURE CENTER

Rolling Thunder 2225 Keith Parkway 419-422-7227 rollingthunder-findlay.com

Oakwoods Nature Preserve 1400 Oakwoods Ln. 419-425-7275 hancockparks.com

Runner Up: The Cube

Runner Up: Feasel's

DATE NIGHT

Carmike 12 Movie Theater 906 Interstate Dr. 419-423-7388 carmike.com

Runner Up: Alexandria’s Gastropub

“ They may forget your name, but they will never forget how you made them feel.”

RAINY DAY ACTIVITY

Children’s Museum of Findlay

1800 Tiffin Ave #201 567-250-9616 cmfindlay.com Science, engineering, arts, mathematics, and technology come to life through hands-on activities for kids at the Children’s Museum of Findlay.

The museum helps children aged 0-10 learn new things, make friends, play and imagine. Exhibits range from architecture, books, and recycling to a fire station and a farm. The whole family can have fun learning and playing in this fun, safe, and innovative environment. Hours: 10am-5pm Tuesday-Thursday & Saturday, 10am-7pm Friday, noon-5pm Sunday.

Runner Up: Movie Theater

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ORGANIC BABY STORE Wellspring

540 S Main St. Suite C 419-423-1256 thewellspringstore.com Wellspring is dedicated to physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health and wellness, making it the perfect place to purchase organic food and products for your child. Barb and Frank Long opened the store six years ago to provide locals with quality, natural alternatives. Try the local beef and honey, or all-natural cleaning products and skin care line. Body, soul, and spirit are important to the owners, who aim to provide the best products available. They also have a “Wellspring Initiative” to help build wells in Africa. Hours: 10am-6pm Monday-Friday.

Runner Up: Apple A Day

Boutique Beauty KIDS CLOTHING

Once Upon a Child

1825 Tiffin Ave 419-422-0400 onceuponachildfindlay.com

Furniture from your Back yard to bedroom! Even For Babies & Kids!

UÊ Tables & Chairs UÊ High Chairs UÊ Cribs UÊ Rockers UÊ Swing Sets UÊ Grandma’s favorite place to shop for kids clothes

Runner Up: Justice

KID’S SHOES

Payless Shoe Source 1800 Tiffin Ave 419-425-1015 payless.com

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Farm Outlet 13466 County Road 53 Mt. Cory, OH 45868 (419) 859-3785 Hours:10:00am - 5:00pm [Monday, Friday, Saturday] Closed Holiday’s.

BABY BOUTIQUE

MATERNITY

501 S Main St. 419-420-1582 trendsonmain.com

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1825 Tiffin Ave 419-422-0400 onceuponachildfindlay.com

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Runner Up: Children's Village

Runner Up: Destination Maternity

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FURNISHING THE NURSERY

1100 Tiffin Ave 567-301-2396 charmingfindsboutique.com

The Granary Gift and Furniture Barn 7977 Co Rd 236 419-422-0200 ggbarn.com

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Charming Finds Boutique

Runner Up: TRENDS! on Main

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PRESCHOOL

1 Amazing Place

207 E Foulke Ave. 419-420-0424 facebook.com/pages/1-Amazing-Place/716040451801703

Runner Up: Immanuel Lutheran

TUTORING

Center for Autism & Dyslexia 7430 Timberstone Dr. 567-525-4487 centerforautismanddyslexia.com

Runner Up: Sylvan Learning of Findlay

TEACHER AND SCHOOL

Mrs. Jenna Potteiger findlaycityschools.org 1715 N Main St, Findlay, OH 45840

Runner Up: Mrs. Lori

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ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Liberty-Benton Elementary School

DAY CARE

1 Amazing Place

207 E Foulke Ave. 419-420-0424 facebook.com/pages/1-Amazing-Place/716040451801703

ART CLASS

Awakening Minds

515 S Main St. 419-302-3892 awakeningmindsart.org

Runner Up: Findlay Art League

Runner Up: Children’s Corner

GYMNASTICS

BABYSITTING/NANNY

1850 Manor Hill Rd. 419-425-4653 goldmedalgymnastics.net

The House Nanny 937-489-9790 housenanny.info

Runner Up: Care.com

DANCE CLASS

Becky’s School of Dance 15440 US-224 419-423-7423 beckysschoolofdance.net

Runner Up: Studio One Dance

Capitol City Gymnastics

Runner Up: Elite Gymnastics

MUSIC CLASS

Music Together

Amanda Sprague, Director 208 Broadway 419-957-4868 musictogetherfindlay.com.

Runner Up: Heart Strings Melodies

Acting Class

Arts Partnership 618 S Main St. 419-422-3412 artspartnership.com

MIDDLE SCHOOL

Glenwood Middle School 1715 N Main St. 419-425-8373 glenwood.findlaycityschools.org

Runner Up: Fort Findlay Playhouse

Runner Up: Liberty-Benton

AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM YMCA

231 E. Lincoln St. 419-422-4424 findlayymca.org

Runner Up: Findlay City Schools – FABS

SPECIAL NEEDS PROGRAM

Center for Autism & Dyslexia

Runner Up: Findlay Family Practice

EMERGENCY CARE Blanchard Valley / Physicians Plus 3949 N Main St. 419-423-3888 bvhealthsystem.org

Runner Up: Promedica Findlay

PLACE TO GIVE BIRTH Blanchard Valley 1900 S Main St. 419-423-4500 bvhealthsystem.org

Runner Up: Bluffton Hospital

1900 S Main St. 419-423-4500 bvhealthsystem.org

Runner Up: Bluffton Hospital

OB/GYN

Dr. Carmen Doty, Findlay Women’s Care

1917 S Main St. 419-420-0904 blachardvalleywomenscare.com

Runner Up: Dr. Allison Westcott, Women’s and Children’s Center Blanchard Valley

CHARTER SCHOOL

Runner Up: K12

1818 Chapel Drive Suite D 419-424-1922 bvpediatrics.com

Blanchard Valley

Runner Up: Wilson Vance Intermediate School

1219 W. Main Cross, Suite 101 419-425-3598 findlaydigitalacademy.com

Blanchard Valley Pediatrics, Inc.

BIRTHING CLASSES

9050 State Route 12 419-422-9161 liberty-benton.org

Findlay Digital Academy

PEDIATRIC PRACTICE

PARENTING CLASS Help Me Grow

604 Lima Ave # B 419-423-8687 ffchelpmegrow.org Part of the prenatal to age three system of supports is Ohio’s Help Me Grow program, which centers on parenting and early life. Help Me Grow provides parenting education and childhood development resources that help your child start life healthy and productive. The two main courses offered are Early Intervention, which assists parents with children who have or may develop disabilities or medical conditions, and Home Visiting, which provides new parents with support, information, and health education from pregnancy to age 3.

Runner Up: Mercy Hospital of Tiffin

MIDWIFE

Shirley Cole 1641 N Lake Ct 419-425-1510

Runner Up: Susan Smith

DOULA

Sarah Stover 419-235-0124

Runner Up: Live.

7430 Timberstone Dr. 567-525-4487 centerforautismanddyslexia.com

Breath. Birth Doula

Runner Up: Special Kids Therapy

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FAMILY DOCTOR

Dr. Lisa Knor, Blanchard Valley Medical Assoc

ORTHODONTIST

Dr. Chris Roberts, Findlay Orthodontics

200 W Pearl St 419-424-0380 bvma.com

1619 W Main Cross St. 419-423-1452 findlayortho.com

Runner Up: Angela Ray Welleke

Runner Up: Dr. Jonathan Davis

ENT DOCTOR

Dr. Andrew J. Reid, MD Findlay Ear Nose & Throat Assoc 1110 W Main Cross St 419-424-1393 findlayent.com

Runner Up: Dr. Erik W. Nielson

Findlay Ear Nose & Throat Assoc

CHIROPRACTOR

Christopher Lofquist 643 W. Trenton Ave 419-427-6300

Runner Up: Dr. Mark Kirk

ALLERGIST

OPHTHALMOLOGIST

Dr. Orr, Spectrum Eye Care 15840 Medical Dr S Suite A 419-422-6190 spectrumeyecareinc.com

Runner Up: Dr. Wires, Eyes on Main

VETERINARIAN

Dr. Fuller, Blanchard Valley Vet Clinic 1930 N Main St. 419-422-3292 bvvc.net

Runner Up: Dr. Katie Frederick, Whitta VCA Findlay Animal Hospital

Dr. Safadi here

1319 N Main St. Suite C

Runner Up: Dr. Michelle Simons

DENTIST

Bruce Mutchler, D.D.S.

COMING SOON!

133 Hillcrest Ave 419-423-0343 findlaydentalteam.com

Runner Up: Jonathon Davis

We’re proudly welcoming

Dr. Amber Patterson Allergist

OPTOMETRIST

About Dr. Patterson

U Findlay native, internationally renowned physician UDouble-board certified to treat children and adults USpecializing in prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of allergies (environmental, food, venom) and asthma

For scheduling call

419.427.1887

For a complete list of insurance plans visit

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Kurt Ebersole, Spectrum Eye Care

15840 Medical Dr S Suite A 419-422-6190 spectrumeyecareinc.com Dr. Ebersole has been practicing in FIndlay since 1979. As a third generation Findlay native, he graduated from Findlay High School in 1971, Bowling Green State University in 1975 and The Ohio State University College of Optometry in 1979.

He and his wife, Jane, are advocates of community service and have served on numerous committees and boards throughout the years. Dr. Ebersole is also a member of the Ohio Optometric Association and the American Optometric Association, and needless to say, a strong leader at Spectrum Eye Care!

Runner Up: Eyes On Main

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ICE CREAM

Dietsch Brothers

400 West Main Cross Street 419-422-4474 dietschs.com Enter a world of delicious treats when you visit Dietsch Brothers Fine Chocolates & Ice Cream. Originally opened in the 1920s, the family-owned shop uses homemade recipes handed down through the generations to make tasty, quality desserts. The Dietsch Brothers menu is filled with fun flavors of ice cream, sherbet, candies, and chocolate, and also includes their speciality ice cream slices, fudge, and nut rolls. Sugar free options are offered, and the store has a wide variety of gift favors for parties and weddings. Hours: 9am-9pm Tuesday-Friday, 10am-9pm Saturday, noon-5pm Sunday.

Runner Up: Archie’s

Delicious Eats CUPCAKE/BAKERY/SWEETS

Sweet Retreat Ice Cream Shop 1600 S Blanchard St 419-423-2253 thesweetretreatfindlay.com

Runner Up: Buggy Whip Bakery

FAMILY FRIENDLY RESTAURANT Tony’s Restaurant

HEALTHY FAST FOOD Culver’s

806 Trenton Ave. 567-525-5770 culvers.com/restaurants/findlay_trenton

Runner Up: Panera Bread

10280 US-224 419-424-3100 tonysrestaurantfindlay.com

Runner Up: Cheddar’s

KID FRIENDLY COFFEE SHOP Coffee Amici 328 S Main St. 419-423-7957 coffeeamici.com

LOCAL PIZZA

AJ’s Heavenly Pizza

Runner Up: Fort Findlay

1404 N Main St. 419-423-7494 heavenlypizzafindlay.com

FROZEN YOGURT

Runner Up: Jac & Does

2550 Tiffin Avenue 567-525-3064 sweetfrogyogurt.com

Ralphie's

Sweet Frog

Runner Up: Iggy’s

KIDS EAT FREE

730 W. Trenton Ave. 419-423-1403 ralphies.com

Runner Up: Fricker's

NATURAL FOOD STORE Apple A Day

600 S Blanchard St. 419-423-3973 facebook.com/pages/AppleA-Day/131902340187516 14

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Runner Up: Health Yourself

Get Active ICE SKATING The Cube

3430 N Main Street 419-423-8533 findlayohio.com

Runner Up: BGSU

PLACE TO BUY SPORTS EQUIPMENT Dunham’s

Findlay Village Mall, 1800 Tiffin Ave. 419-421-0554 dunhamssports.com

Runner Up: Once upon a Child

PARK/PLAYGROUND Riverbend Riverside

INDOOR PLAYSPACE Findlay Village Mall

1800 Tiffin Ave. 419-423-8732 shopfindlayvillagemall.com

Runner Up: Pirates Cove

WATER PARK Kalahari

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

Runner Up: Bluffton Pool

FAMILY FRIENDLY GYM Findlay YMCA 300 E Lincoln St. 419-422-4424 findlayymca.org

Runner Up: Planet Fitness

BIKING TRAIL

(NB/BG) North Baltimore to Bowling Green Trail Blanchard river greenway

ROLLER SKATING Rolling Thunder

2225 Keith Parkway, Findlay, OH 45840 419-422-7227 rollingthunder-findlay.com Family, fun, and fitness are the key ingredients at Rolling Thunder Skating and Family Fun Center. Enjoy a night of roller skating and arcade games, and don’t forget to taste their speciality pizzas and wings. Rolling Thunder hosts fun themed nights throughout the year, as well as offers lessons for all ages. You can even book a birthday party with delicious food, a DJ, laser light display, three hours of skating and games, and a brand new pair of speed skates for the birthday boy or girl. Summer hours: 6:30-8:30pm Monday, 7-11pm Friday.

Runner Up: Edgewood Skate Arena

http://www.hancockparks.com/YourParks/ BlanchardRiverGreenway. aspx

Runner Up: Van Buren Mountain Bike Trail

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MARTIAL ARTS

Findlay Martial Arts Studio 1740 Lima Ave. 419-427-3988 martialartsstudies.com

3rd Shift Openings Open Sunday at 9:30pm to Friday at Midnight

· LOVING - care at all times for infant through 12 years old (available 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift)

· HEALTHY - 3 well-balanced hot meals served daily

· SAFE - CPR certified and trained in first aid

· IN TOUCH - Parents receive

electronic updates including pictures and video

· EDUCATIONAL - Licensed teachers (over 75% hold a bachelor’s degree or higher in education)

920 McManness Ave, Findlay, OH 45840 (419) 423-5967

Runner Up: Academy of Martial Arts Studies

SWIM LESSONS YMCA

SPORTS CAMP

Findlay High School Camps 1100 Broad Avenue 419-427-5488 fcs.org/camp.html

Runner Up: University of Findlay sports camps

SUMMER DAY CAMP

300 E. Lincoln St. 419-422-4424 www.ymca.net

Runner Up: A & M Aquatic

BABY SWIM LESSONS Findlay YMCA

300 E. Lincoln St. 419-422-4424 www.ymca.net

Runner up: CampFire Northwest Ohio

HORSE BACK LESSONS Triple T Ranch 5

231 E Lincoln St 419-422-3174 findlayymca.org

Runner Up: Fostoria YMCA

6717 Township Rd 215 419-424-1417 tripletbnb.com

Runner Up: KM Performance Horses

The Digital Age LOCAL MOM BLOGGER Ourcozyden.wordpress.com (Christy)

https://ourcozyden.wordpress.com/about/

Runner Up: Kate Cherry

PINTEREST ACCT. Tammy Heller

https://www.pinterest.com/ taheller/findlay-ohio/

Runner Up: Kelly’s This and That

http://www.katecherry.com/blog/

https://www.pinterest.com/kellyakerman/findlay-ohio/

LOCAL PARENT FB PAGE

INSTAGRAM ACCT.

https://www.facebook. com/FindlayAreaFamily

Runner Up: Roobarb Studio

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Lessons Learned Parenting is a journey, not a destination

by Rose Roccisano Barto

Connelly West , 4, Findlay

When my oldest was just starting school, I talked with her teacher about an upcoming field trip.

I had concerns about the trip, and the teacher said something I will never forget.

She said there comes a time when a parent has to let go, and cut the apron strings.

My daughter was barely five years old. That wasn’t about to happen any time soon. At that age, it was my job to hold on tight.

That same daughter is now 15, with one year of high school under her belt.

Over the years I’ve realized parenting is a delicate balance between protection and freedom. And just when you think you have it right, the rules change and you have to find middle ground again.

Every year brings challenges. In elementary school it was riding the bus and playground politics. In middle school it was mean girls and homework. Now in high school, the stakes are much higher and are focused on her future. The basis of relationships, college and the rest of her life are being formed right now. I still need to pay attention, perhaps more than ever. But I also need to back off just enough.

As we’ve gone through each phase, I think I learn more than she does and I try to remember for her younger sister. I often joke that she is the one I make all my mistakes on. For each thing I might do right, I certainly do a lot of things wrong when it comes to parenting. There are times I wish I had taken a big breath and a big step back. There are times I wish I’d have thought before speaking. I would rather have those mistakes, made out of my love and caring, than larger ones, made out of her inexperience, that are harder to fix.

Am I tough? Probably. Do I have high expectations? Certainly.

I expect to know where she is at all times and with whom. I expect to be spoken to respectfully. I expect her to do her best in school and, if she can’t get help at home, find it in the classroom by speaking up. I expect that, someday, she will take some of my advice and completely ignore it. I expect that she will have to make her own mistakes. And I expect that I will hate every minute of it.

Do I worry about her, even though she’s never given me anything to worry about? Constantly.

I don’t worry about her as much as I worry about the world around her. Weird stuff happens, and sometimes good kids are caught in the middle. I just hope I’ve given her the tools to make good decisions and, when in doubt, the freedom to come to me for help.

Freedom, in fact, is exactly what I hope I am giving her by staying close. It’s the freedom to venture a little from home, but always be able to come back. It’s the freedom to make mistakes, but be able to learn from them.

So yes, 10 years later, those apron strings are still fully attached. These days they stretch more than ever and I expect they will continue to do that. They will never break, however, and I don’t think either of us wants them to.

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Adopting a Life of Love Dan and Claire Gremling

by Sarah Mayle

Already parents of four boys, Claire and Dan Gremling felt their family wasn’t quite complete. They felt called to adopt a girl with special needs from Ukraine, and by the time they came home, they had two.

“I had seen their pictures and heard their stories and in our hearts they were already ours,” Claire Gremling said. “We bonded as if they were in my womb.

Seeing them for the first time was like seeing a child for the first time when they’re born. The paperwork was the labor.”

The Gremlings adopted Eliza and Mollie, who are now 3-years-old, when they were about 20 months old and one-year-old, respectively. They learned about the girls through Reece’s Rainbow, an adoption ministry aimed at finding homes for children with Down’s syndrome and other special needs throughout the world.

Through the adoption process, the Gremlings were approved for two children, and even though they initially committed to one child, both Dan and Claire felt they would probably end up bringing home two. Along with having Down’s, Eliza suffered from a heart condition.

Some prospective parents had turned their backs, but the Gremlings would not.

“It was so nice to be there,” Dan said of meeting the girls. “…To see them after so long and to hold them and see their reaction. We had to have them both.”

In Eastern Europe, Claire said, if a child with special needs is not adopted by age four, they are sent to an adult mental institution. Both parents said that if they had more space, they would already be thinking about adopting more children with special needs a few years down the road.

“There are too many kids out there

who need parents,” Dan said. “It is so hard knowing there are so many others like them who will probably never have a home.”

When the Gremlings returned home to Findlay, Eliza’s heart was repaired and their new brothers took them in just like they would two more biological sisters.

Today the Gremlings are a happy – and very busy - family of eight. Dan works at Marathon Petroleum Company and Claire is the nurse at St. Michael the Archangel School. The boys, Gabe, 14; Micah, 12; Zach, 11; and Simon, 8, are busy with hockey, while the girls attend Washington Elementary preschool and take to the ice with Gliding Stars’ adaptive skating.

The girls supply a generous helping of personality to the family. Eliza loves to sit on her Dad’s lap reading books and soaking up information. She would probably stay there all day if she could, Dan said.

She is also one to wear her emotions on her sleeve.

“She’s either beaming or upset,” Claire said, laughing.

Mollie, on the other hand will never sit still. Claire describes her often grinning, but maybe up to a little mischief.

Neither parent thinks about the girls as having special needs, never defining them by any differences.

“I never gave much thought about it,” Dan said. “I wouldn’t think of them as handicapped or anything like that.

They’re just people who develop differently. I guess we just enjoy them as they are.”

And enjoy the girls they have. Eliza and Mollie have undoubtedly been graced with all of the love they can handle.

“They have been an amazing blessing to our family and our life,” Claire said. “I couldn’t imagine it without them.”

Kathy’s Korner

The Short Course

Dining at Arcadia’s hidden treasure

Kid-friendly Very

by Sarah Mayle

To avoid wait Come at off-peak hours, for example 9 a.m. for breakfast, 1:30 p.m. for lunch and 4 p.m. or 7 p.m. for dinner.

Kathy’s Korner 100 W. Fremont St., Arcadia

Noise level Moderate

419-894-6466 Hours: Tuesday to Saturday 6 a.m. to 8 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Closed Mondays.

Find them online at www.kathyskornerarcadia. com and on Facebook under “Kathy’s Korner.”

Carryout available.

Also check out The Sterling Center, Rachel and Matt Sterling’s new professional catering service at 4570 Fostoria Ave., Findlay, with catering for 10 to 1,000 people with a full-service staff. For more information call 419-581-0574 or email kathyskorner@tds.net.

Kathy’s Korner is a quaint restaurant frozen in time, where everybody knows everybody. It’s a place where owner Rachel Sterling rises each morning at 3:30 a.m. to make homemade pies, where the pop comes in cans, and where they started taking credit cards only three years ago.

“This is the third generation the restaurant has been in the family,” said Rachel’s husband and co-owner, Matt.

“My wife is the daughter of Kathy, and Kathy’s mom started the restaurant 30 years ago. Rachel is the heart and soul of this place. She started working here as a young girl, taking orders and learning the recipes.”

Kathy’s Korner was established in 1985, and Matt Sterling explained that everything is homemade, using grandma’s recipes. They cut their own meats, make their own salads, and are wellknown for their pies, sauces, and delicious home-style cooking. A reliable and welcoming gathering place, the restaurant could be considered the social center of Arcadia, bustling with a population of just under 600 people, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

For our purposes making the drive from Findlay, the kids and I were espe-

cially excited to bring a special guest to this month’s food review in place of my husband: my mother Kathy. Yes, even spelled with a “K!” Our Kathy lives in Fremont, as do my in-laws, and all too happy to make our way inside this curiosity, by-passed so many times on the road.

There is a lot to take in on the Kathy’s Korner menu, so much that my mom and I both had a hard time making a choice.

Specials are offered each day of the week, and the prices are very reasonable.

Other offerings include several appetizers, soups, many salads, sandwiches, wraps, subs, a number of chicken selections, several tasty burgers, baskets and platters, and full out dinners, both regular and on the lighter side. They also have a great kids menu and offer homemade pies, ice cream, root beer floats and milkshakes for dessert.

I ended up ordering a mushroom Swiss burger with sweet potato fries, while Kathy went with a turkey wrap and regular fries. We decided, with goofy wide grins, that we would save room for pie. The kids, who are probably going to make me lose this job if they don’t get a little more exciting, both ordered chicken strips and fries off the kids menu. My 9-year-old son really threw in a thrill by adding a side salad with ranch.

The kids enjoyed the chicken and fries, gobbling them up quickly. My son was pleased with the side salad and my 6-year-old daughter did award the chicken a label of, “Awesome.” She was quite entertained when my sweet potato fries came. They were long and thin-cut, and her nimble little fingers could not resist lifting them high from my plate for

all to marvel and giggle at their impressive length.

The mushroom Swiss burger was one of the best burgers I’ve ever had.

Seriously - I sat there thinking I would probably have to start driving to Arcadia regularly to satisfy a craving for them.

The meat was juicy and delicious, melting in my mouth. I noticed the mushrooms were freshly cut and certainly not from a can, the melted cheese, lovely, all served on a delicately toasted bun.

Kathy characterized her turkey wrap as “tasty,” and she noted the tomatoes were especially fresh and ripe. Inside were turkey, tomato, lettuce, and she wasn’t sure if it was ranch or mayonnaise.

(That’s ok, I guess I’ll let it go, but only because her name is Kathy, you know, like the restaurant.)

And now we arrive at the part when time stood still: Dessert. For the kids to share, I ordered the “Large Chocolate Chip Sundae.” Upon delivery to the table - a giant glass chalice oozing with vanilla ice cream, chocolate chip cookies and syrup - it caused quite a commotion in the restaurant. One of the waitresses later told me that a lot of the time, “whole families will share that.” Well, my kids just about polished it off themselves, with sloppy, giant smiles and really big bellies.

Kathy and I waffled as we tried to make our all-important pie choice. She finally ordered the coconut pie while I went with the mixed berry. All I know is, it is very obvious those pies are made from scratch, fresh each morning. Mine was slightly tart, yet sweet, with a wonderful texture. I usually don’t bother eating the last of the crust, but this was so good, I went for it. The coconut pie had

Bathroom amenities Clean and adequate High chairs Yes, and booster seats Got Milk? White and chocolate.

Kid’s menu? Yes, nice variety of choices Food allergy concerns? Always willing to try to accommodate

a great mix of soft pudding and fresh coconut throughout, topped with a lovely meringue.

We swooned.

It is safe to say we will stop at Kathy’s Korner again. I want to try more menu items and pie, and Matt Sterling, his staff, and the Arcadia locals were incredibly friendly. The kids will never forget that thrilling dessert they were able to tackle together, a bond never to be broken. And it doesn’t hurt that each child who eats at Kathy’s Korner is sent home with a little bag of candy, just in case you didn’t get enough excitement.

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JULY 2015 All calendar events are subject to change, cancellation, and limited size. Calling ahead for confirmation is recommended.

3 FRIDAY Night Hike Series: Full Moon - Take a night hike and learn about the moon. In the case of inclement weather, the program will be moved to our indoor planetarium.

Please wear appropriate footwear and dress for weather conditions. For teens and adults. 9:30pm. Oakwoods Nature Preserve, 1400 Oakwoods Ln. 419-425-7275. hancockparks.com Free

Friday, July 24, 2015 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm Hancock County Fairgrounds

4 SATURDAY Ice Cream Social - Cool up during the summer with an ice cream treat on the front porch of the historic Hull-Flater House.

Ice cream will be available for $1 and a sundae buffet for $3. 1-3pm. Hancock Historical Museum, 422 W. Sandusky St. 419-423-4433. hancockhistoricalmuseum.org

3 FRIDAY

Music by:

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Children 11 and under; $2.00 Children in strollers; free

Come on over after Rally in the Alley !

Night Hike Series: Full Moon - Take a night hike and learn about the moon. In the case of inclement weather, the program will be moved to our indoor planetarium.

Please wear appropriate footwear and dress for weather conditions. For teens and adults. 9:30pm. Oakwoods Nature Preserve, 1400 Oakwoods Ln. 419-425-7275. hancockparks.com Free

4 SATURDAY Ice Cream Social - Cool up during the summer with an ice cream treat on the front porch of the historic Hull-Flater House.

Ice cream will be available for $1 and a sundae buffet for $3. 1-3pm. Hancock Historical Museum, 422 W. Sandusky St. 419-423-4433. hancockhistoricalmuseum.org

5 SUNDAY For more info about the event, check us out at redcross.org/hancock.

A special thanks to the following event sponsors:

Birthday Bash - Come join the Children’s museum of Findlay to celebrate that it has been one year since the museum opened in the mall. Admission to the birthday bash does not include the activities, there will be tickets sold separately for all activities. Noon-4pm. Findlay Children’s Museum, 1800 Tiffin Ave #201.

567-250-9616. cmfindlay.com Caterpillars: Open House - Learn all you about caterpillars with a scavenger hunt, crafts and activities relating to caterpillars. 1-4pm. Oakwoods Nature Preserve, 1400 Oakwoods Ln. 419-425-7275. hancockparks.com Free

6 MONDAY Budding Naturalist Camp - How do birds fly? How do fish breathe underwater?

Bring your imagination and come learn about the wonderful and weird adaptations animals have that help them to survive.

Camp will include daily crafts, interactive activities, and nature games. Bring a sack lunch, water bottle and tennis shoes.

Through July 10. Registration required. For ages 6-8. $60/child. 9am-3pm. Riverbend 20

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Recreation Area, Brugeman Lodge, 16618 Township Road 208.

419-425-7275. hancockparks.com

9 THURSDAY Superman with the Armstrong Air & Space Museum - Come to the Kaubisch Memorial library in Fostoria for this special program with the Armstrong Air and Space Museum. 2pm. Kaubisch Memorial Library Fostoria, 205 Perry St., Fostoria. 419-435-2813. fostoria.lib.oh.us Free Baconator Bacon Bash - Do you love bacon? This super program will highlight one of our favorite heroes, BACON! Play bacon games, make bacon crafts and EAT bacon. For grades 6-12. 2:30-3:30pm.

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

10 FRIDAY Night Hike Series: Nocturnal Animals - Take a night hike and learn about nocturnal animals. In the case of inclement weather, the program will be moved indoors. Please wear appropriate footwear and dress for weather conditions.

For teens and adults. 9:30pm. Oakwoods Nature Preserve, 1400 Oakwoods Ln. 419-425-7275. hancockparks.com Free Night at the Museum - Children ages 8-12 are invited to join museum staff for an (over)night at the museum! Parents enjoy an evening to yourselves while children explore how local history comes alive after dark! Hands-on exhibits, crafts, and games. Evening snack and light breakfast will be provided. Registration required. continued on pg. 2

DOWNTOWN FINDLAY HIDDEN LOGO CONTEST Look for the Downtown Findlay logo in this month’s issue!

Go to Findlay Family’s facebook page and tell us where you found the Downtown Findlay logo. We’ll pick a winner to receive a $15.00 Downtown Findlay gift certificate to use at over 30 downtown businesses!

Join us July 16th for our monthly Third Thursday event! Extended shopping hours, great dining choices, and promotions from your favorite Downtown Findlay businesses! For a full list of participating locations, visit www.DowntownFindlay.com!

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7pm Thursday to 8am Friday. $40/child for members, $50/nonmembers. Hancock Historical Museum, 422 W. Sandusky St. 419-423-4433. hancockhistoricalmuseum.org

11 SATURDAY Ballet on Broadway - This unique, outdoor ballet will feature a performance from Neos Dance Theatre at dusk. Attendees can expect to sample food from local restaurants, browse local artists, or relax and enjoy the evening with drinks at a performance venue that is in the heart of Downtown Findlay. 6-11pm. Downtown Findlay.

12 SUNDAY Dog Days of Summer - Visit the historic McKinnis House to find out how folks of the 1840s beat the heat with cool drinks such as shrub and switchel! Learn some fan etiquette and the latest news from around the area. 1-4pm. Litzenberg Memorial Woods, 6100 U.S. Route 224. 419-425-7275. hancockparks.com Free

16 THURSDAY Art in the Park: Nature Journaling This workshop will explore nature journaling techniques, including observation skills, sketching, drawing, painting and writing.

Work from live and mounted wildlife as well as from fresh and collected materials

from the parks to enhance your experience! Participants should bring their own sketch book and art supplies. For teens and adults. 7-8:30pm. Oakwoods Nature Preserve, 1400 Oakwoods Ln. 419-425-7275. hancockparks.com Free Author Fair 2015 - Stop in for the 1st annual Author Fair showcasing the talent of local authors. This is a great opportunity to meet the author and discuss their work.

Browse among a variety of titles and leave with something new to read. Book sales will be available but are not guaranteed for every author. 6-8pm. Findlay Hancock County Public Library, 206 Broadway St. 419-422-1712. findlaylibrary.org Free

17 FRIDAY Night Hike Series: Constellations, Navigation & Mythology - Take a night hike to learn about the stars. In case of inclement weather, the program will be moved to our indoor planetarium. Please wear appropriate footwear and dress for weather conditions. For teens and adults.

9:30pm. Oakwoods Nature Preserve, 1400 Oakwoods Ln. 419-425-7275. hancockparks.com Free

20 MONDAY Wee Ones: Bees - See what the buzz is all about when you learn more about these yellow and black flyers with a story, activities and a bee-themed craft. For ages 3-6 with an adult. 10-11am, 7-8pm & 1-2pm.

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

25 SATURDAY Pluto - The Millstream Astronomy Club’s J.T. Senghas will be providing a program about NASA’s New Horizons mission which sent a spacecraft to the Dwarf Planet Pluto to study it up close for the first time. Later you will observe Venus, Jupiter, Saturn, and the Moon. You will have the opportunity to look through their telescopes and binoculars or feel free to bring your own. 9pm. Riverbend Recreation Area Shelter 5, 16618 Township Road 208.

419-425-7275. hancockparks.com Free

31 FRIDAY Moola Moola - First National Bank staff special guest, Moola Moola, will be hosting a fun, but educational event to teach children about savings and money.

Children’s Museum of Findlay, 1800 Tiffin Ave #201. Children’s Museum Admission .

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Sleeping through history Saturday, 7.10 / Hancock Historical Museum “Night at the Museum” is not just a Ben Stiller movie, it is also an amazing local event of summer fun and education for kids. This overnight extravaganza will allow kids a better understanding of Hancock County’s history through hands-on activities, games and crafts. Activities include presentations by museum staff in the characters of Hancock County Civil War and Revolutionary War veterans, German immigrants and more. Also, there will be a scavenger hunt throughout the museum. Pizza and other evening snacks will be provided, as will a light breakfast. For ages 8-12. 7pm, Friday July 10 to 8am, Saturday, July 11. $50/non-members, $40/members.The Hancock Historical Museum, 422 W. Sandusky St. 419-423-4433. hancockhistoricalmuseum.org. —AZ

Don’t miss these events happening in the heart of Findlay: 4, Fourthn ly u J , y a Saturd arade, Downtow of July Pam-12pm Findlay, 11 l, Hancock ia c o S m Ice Crea useum, 1pm-3pm Historical M Saturday, July 11, Ballet on Broadway, Downtown Findlay, 6pm-11pm

Saturday ,J Third Thu uly 18, rs Downtown days, Findlay, 5p m-8pm Sunday, J Classic M uly 19: o Hancock H vie Night, istorical M useum, 9pm-11pm Tuesday, July 7, 14, 21, 28: Courtyard Concert Series, Latham Courtyard, 11:30am-1pm Fridays, 24, 31: R July 10, 17, a Latham Co lly in the Alley, urtyard, 5pm -8pm

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