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Getting used to new sleeping schedules when summer is over can be tough. End the ‘But I Don’t Want to Go to Bed!’ Drama For Good. Beth Morrow gives the how-to’s to a hassle-free way to get back in the routine of things.

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July 23-Aug 22 By Sue Lovett At birth they quickly get into position to look into the delivery room mirror making sure they are handsome or pretty. After all, they are the kings and queens of the zodiac. They are very much aware of their appearance and even as toddlers they want to pick out their own clothes. Often they want to wear hats (or crowns) to accent their royal appearances. They are dramatic and enjoy singing and dancing – the boys AND the girls! They like entertainment – often participating in musicals and plays in the neighborhood, nursery school, and Sunday School. They enjoy being teacher’s pet and follow orders cheerfully. They are FUN!

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It isn’t a complete summer in Findlay without a trip to the ever-enchanting Flag City BalloonFest, which celebrates its 15th year with 50 hot air balloons. “The folks who organized it had a smaller event and thought maybe they would do it for a year or two,” said Rich Dougherty, president of the BalloonFest organizing committee. “It just kept going, and gets a little more special every year.” The BalloonFest– which heralds free admission and free parking– takes place at Emory Adams Park in Findlay. Marvel at the balloons in flight throughout the weekend and enjoy a multitude of family friendly activities along the way. Attractions include food vendors, a Kids Fair with inflatables, carnival-type games and pony rides, a car show, caricature artist, paid tethered balloon rides, a 5K run and a Life Flight helicopter on display. New this year will be a double-header of 1880s-era baseball games on Saturday. Players will use the equipment and rules from a bygone era, dressing in vintage uniforms. Teams will put on a show for the first game, then likely recruit some young spectators to join in during the second. Don’t miss seeing the vibrant balloons in flight or the enthralling hot air balloon illumination at dusk. Among the 50, there will be six “shaped” balloons including the ever-popular “Gordo,” the Purple People Eater, along with a dragon, butterfly, skunk and scarecrow.

Rib Off on Broadway and Car Tunes on Main Cool cars and hot ribs will be on the menu in downtown Findlay the first weekend in August. The annual Rib Off on Broadway and Car Tunes on Main will again join forces. Featuring some of the best ribs in town along with classic cars, the events are technically separate but patrons are encouraged to sample both. A Battle of the Bands will begin at 3pm, and Findlay’s own The Athen Ry will headline from 9 to 11pm. Rib samples and other concessions will be available for purchase at the event, hosted by the Arts Partnership. Want a feast for the eyes instead? Walk a few hundred feet to Main Street for the classic car show organized by the Flag City Corvettes Club. After a cruise around town, cars will start parking on Main Street at 3pm. As long as people have a wristband proving paid admission to the Rib Off, they can go back and forth between the two events as often as they’d like. The Rib Off: Saturday, August 2 from 3-11pm. Parking lot by the Findlay Hancock County Public Library, 206 Broadway St. Admission is $5/adults, $3/children 12 and under and free/children in strolers. For more information on the Rib Off, visit www.artspartnership.com. Car Tunes on Main: Saturday, August 2 at 3 pm. For information on the car show, visit www.flagcitycorvettes.com. Free

Findlay Staple is Back for the Summer

Summer vacation can’t end without a trip to the Hancock County Fair. The fair features traditional fair fun that includes livestock judging, horse shows, rides and food. Other highlights include a calf scramble, exhibitions by the University of Findlay equestrian program, cheerleading expo and a demolition derby. Entertainment includes a free concert by Legacy Five on August 31.

Friday through Sunday, August 8-10. On Saturday, a fireworks display is set for 10pm. Emory Adams Park, 1528 S. Blanchard St. For a full schedule of events visit www.flagcityballoonfest.com. Free

Back Street Festival Visit the past and enjoy the present at the ninth annual Back Street Festival. “It’s fun for all ages, and it’s a good opportunity for the public to see what we have at the museum,” says executive director Sarah Sisser. The event, named for the original boundary of Findlay that ended near the museum’s location, will feature family-friendly activities. A pre-World War II era car show, games, crafts, exhibits and live dulcimer music are all included in the free admission. Saturday, August 16 from 10am-4pm. An added BBQ meal is available for $8.50 and tickets must be purchased before the by contacting the museum. 419-423-4433. Hancock Historical Museum, 422 W. Sandusky St. For more information, call the museum or visit www.hancockhistoricalmuseum.org. Free 6

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Wednesday, August 27 through Monday, September 1. 1107 East Sandusky St. Daily admission fee is $7 at the gate, which allows in one adult and dependents under age 15. For more information and a full schedule, visit www.hancockfairgrounds.com or call 419-429-7344.

The Children’s Museum of Findlay Offers Learning through Hands-on Play Parents will be thankful for the vision that Nikki and Jim Bonomo had at the end of 2011 to open a children’s museum here in Findlay. Two and a half years later, a small-scale children’s museum known as Little Main Street opened at the Findlay Village Mall with a permanent and larger location in the works. Children can enjoy shopping at the grocery store, changing a car battery at the auto shop and going to the bank to use the teller window or the interactive ATM. The engineering exhibit will appeal to children who love to build with life-size foam tinkertoys and the book nook will attract avid little readers. A padded infant play area will keep the babies happy and there is an art table to nurture those creative little minds. Children can learn about agriculture, science, math and more through hands-on play.

Girls Just Want to Have Fun Timeless Boutique by Christine in Bowling Green is more than just your average clothing store. The boutique just opened in the spring of this year and features women and young girls clothing, as well as an array of salon services like spray tanning, makeup, hair, manicures and pedicures. These services are also available at the boutique’s hosted birthday parties for young girls, teens, and adults alike. The salon section of the boutique can be rented out at a per person rate for “Diva Parties” which include young girls strutting on the store’s indoor catwalk while also being pampered with mani-pedis, hair styling, and makeup tutorials. The “Pajama Parties” for teens are similar and also include a spray tanning option. “Ladies Night Out” for women includes a massage, mani-pedis, and salon services. Christine, the owner of the unique shop, has been in the beauty and fashion business for years as a licensed cosmetologist. She was inspired to open a boutique to support women’s individuality and says she truly thrives by making women feel and look their best. In the fall, the boutique will introduce a men’s line of Rock Revival clothing. A fashion show September 6, to showcase the new line, will be hosted by DJ Drake Doren. -GG Timeless Boutique, 124 W. Wooster St., Bowling Green. 419-410-0509. facebook.com/timelessbboutique.

The project has truly become a community-wide effort with several board members, corporate sponsors and local contributors. Nikki Bonomo beams with energy and excitement when discussing Little Main Street’s opening. “What I am most excited about is to see the little ones come in here and enjoy it; to have them play in something crazy and fun.” The Little Main Street location is now open and ready for little (and big) visitors! -JK Children’s Museum of Findlay information: Little Main Street (temporary location, smallscale museum) Located across from JoAnn Fabrics at Findlay Village Mall Open TuesdaySaturday from 10am to 5pm & Sundays from 12 to 5pm Cost of admission: $4.50 for children, $6.50 for adults (children under 2 are free).Find out more at www.cmfindlay.com or at the Children’s Museum of Findlay Facebook page

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What mother and daughter duo doesn’t like to shop for shoes together? Valencia’s in Bowling Green has a plethora of high quality shoes at affordable prices for women and young girls alike. Andrea Wagner, a teacher at Leipsic Local Schools, opened the store in early spring with an official ribbon cutting ceremony in May. As a child, Andrea grew up with hand me downs and what she refers to as “garage sale shoes.” Once she was old enough to purchase shoes of her own, she became an all out shoe fanatic. However, she found that quality shoes were usually pricey. Andrea dreamed of opening a store that would have an eclectic variety of shoes that anyone could afford. As a Bowling Green State University graduate herself, she knew BG would be the perfect fit for her store as many of the residents support local businesses. Valencia’s Shoes has been welcomed to Main Street by the community. Not only does Valencia’s offer shoes but also a variety of jewelry and trendy infinity scarves. This fall, she will offer men and boys shoes for the start of the school season. -GG Valencia’s is open Wednesday and Thursday 11am-7pm and Friday and Saturday 11am-8pm. www.valenciasshoes.com.

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Collin Gallagher, 8, enjoying an icecream cone after a neighborhood ride with the Hancock Handlebars

Hancock Handlebars Ice Cream Rides Take a family neighborhood ride By Sarah Mayle

With the Hancock Handlebars Bicycle Club, kids can pump their little legs throughout a lively bike ride, laugh it up with family and friends, learn to safely ride the roads, and for the grand finale, savor a cone of cool, refreshing ice cream.

That’s the protocol for the Hancock Handlebar’s “family neighborhood ride,” an effort to get kids more involved. The club has been a staple in Findlay for more than 45 years and offers organized rides for adults and kids. Rides take place over varying distances, skill levels and times of day throughout the week whenever weather allows. Club leaders also teach safety and help members learn to take care of their bikes and adjust them to comfort. HH President Paul Craun hopes renewed promotion of the neighborhood rides will catch on with kids and their families. “We want to emphasize that we’re not just 25-mile-an-hour riders, we do have planned rides for slower paces and shorter distances,” Craun said. “Biking is something you can do all of your life and you can do it anywhere for the most part. It’s a great, healthy exercise and something you can do as a family.”

Also geared toward kids, HH partnered in May with the Findlay Police Department for a 3rd annual “bike rodeo” called Bikes, Books and Badges. During the rodeo, there was an obstacle course for kids, and officials checked bikes and helmets for proper adjustment and fit. HH’s neighborhood rides are typically scheduled for Wednesday or Sunday evenings, with an appointed ride leader. The leader takes the group on a short, one to three mile ride, the length of which is determined by who shows up. During the ride, children are taught proper biking hand signals and how to safely navigate the road. Neighborhood rides begin at Emory Adams Park and end at The Sweet Retreat. Craun also has ideas for additional safe rides near different ice cream shops. Longer, more intermediate rides are also available for older kids or beginner adults. Yearly club membership is $20 for a family, $15 for a single adult and $8 for youth (16 and under). Hancock Handlebars is also the organizer of the 44th Annual Horizontal Hundred, a 100-mile ride on September 7. www.hancockhandlebars.org.

Group STAR program The loss of a loved one is always a hard adjustment, especially for children. Bridge Hospice Bereavement Services created a Group STAR program that allows children ages 6-12 to cope and participate in activities with their peers. Greif Trails will be offered on August 5 from10am-2pm in Ottawa. Register by calling Bridge Hospice at 1-800-982-3306 by July 29.

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Back to School Guide By Laurie Wurth-Pressel It’s that time again! Back-to-school is a time when parents rejoice, kids groan, and leaves fall. Bedtime is earlier and kids must choose how to spend their precious after-school hours. Germs are spread, bullying is resisted (and hopefully one day nonexistent) and parents must determine how to get their kids to use their ever-present smart phones and IPads for good and not idle tasks. The back-to-school sales are only a harbinger of all that is to come when the kids go back to school.

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Keeping Healthy Healthy Keeping Germs get passed around at school, and your child is going to catch the common cold or stomach bug at some point, says Dr. Ami Orr, pediatrician at Blanchard Valley Pediatrics. In fact, expect your child to get eight to 10 viral infections a year the first few years of day care, preschool and elementary school. As children get older, the frequency of illness should decrease. Do your best to keep your child healthy and safe with these tips: Get the flu vaccine. Everyone ages six months and older should get the flu vaccine in the fall. Opt for the nasal vaccine for children ages two and up because evidence suggests it provides a better immune response, says Dr. Orr. Remind your child to wash his/her hands, after using the restroom, before and after meals, and after sneezing, coughing or nose blowing. Wash for the entire time it takes to sing the “Happy Birthday” song. Do NOT share certain things like water bottles which can transmit diseases such as mono, or combs, hats, headphones and hairbrushes that can spread head lice.

Kristy Voss, mom to Bailey, 8, Paige, 9, Eden, 11, Jordan, 12, Alexis, 15 and Michael, 16, in Toledo, makes it fun for her kiddos. “Two weeks before school starts in the fall, we go back to our school bedtime. They make a game out of it. If the younger kids go to bed all week at their 8pm bedtime, then they get to stay up until 9pm on Friday.” She also staggers bedtimes, making it easier for her to give attention to each one in the evening. “I have set times for age groups in my home. The 8 and 9 year olds go to bed at 8 pm, the 11 and 12 year olds go to bed at 8:30, and the 15 and 16 year olds go to bed at 9:30.”

Access to smartphones, tablets and iPads by young children is quickly becomIn order for them to be at their healthiest and ing the norm in our most attentive, the Centers for Disease Control technologically advanced and Prevention recommend at least ten hours American lifestyle. It’s no of sleep for elementary-aged children and wonder the “powers that be” between nine and ten hours for teens. in the electronics world have Creating a bedtime routine is the best created learning apps geared way to incorporate good sleep habits toward schoolchildren. Just a quick for the whole year. perusal of Apple’s App store shows a great number of free apps touted to enhance spelling, science and math lessons previously learned as well as improving fine motor skills. Many teachers suggest using smartphones and iPads to help bridge the gap summer often creates. On iPhones, just searching “Summer Bridge Apps” brings to attention many games, some that can be further sorted by grade level. Cosmic Quest is specifically marketed by the Summer Bridge brand and offers both math and spelling games within the one game.

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Linda Smith, a 5th grade teacher at Toledo Catholic Diocese, recommends the iPad and smartphone app Story Maker. “Students love to create characters and write their own stories,” she says.

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Feed your child “super foods”—primarily fresh fruits and vegetables—that are packed with vitamins, nutrients and fiber essential for growing kids. Make sure your child is well-rested, which means 9 to 12 hours of sleep a night depending on his/her age. Reduce exposure to allergens (if your child suffers from allergies in the spring or fall) by having people take off their shoes when entering the house. Also, bathe your allergic child and rinse or wash his or her hair every night to decrease the amount of pollen and dust taken into bed. Change sheets weekly and wash towels every two or three days.

Bedtime is a challenging time for many families, and the onset of the school year makes the transition from long summer evenings to early school nights an unwelcome priority. Who wants to go to bed while it’s still light out?

“Hoodamath is full of math games that cover a wide variety of topics.” Smith also likes the website INFOhio.org. “It is a great resource for students to sharpen their reading skills with fiction and nonfiction stories and games. They will enjoy that everything is read to them.”

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y e n Mo y v v Sa Tips Moms share tips on how you can stock up on school supplies and new clothes without spending a ton. “I was buying two or three cheaper backpacks a year for my son. I decided to spend a little more and bought a backpack from a trusted name brand company (LL Bean). My son will be in 5th grade, and he has been using this same backpack for several years now. At the end of the year, I toss it in the washer and it’s ready for the next year.” –Tracy Long, Findlay “Start early, shop the sales, and buy more than you need. I hate buying crayons or colored pencils in January that cost three times as much.” – Melissa Stanton, Findlay

Know any m Mone ore y Sav vy ti Let u ps? s kno We l w . .. ike t faceb o share. ook.c om/ findl ayare a fami ly “I keep the school supply list in my purse and stop shopping as soon as I get it. I never know what clearance deals I’ll find so having the list with me comes in handy. I’ve even found schools supplies that are being closed out at the grocery store!” –Mary Ellen Cramer, Findlay “I do the majority of my clothes shopping at Twice Blessed Children’s Consignment Sale, held at the Findlay First Church of the Nazarene on Broad Avenue every April and September. I also sell with them (and I’m a volunteer!) so I use those profits to offset the cost of other school things we need. In April, my very picky 16-yearold scored a pair of $85 Miss Me jean shorts for $4 so she was pretty excited about that!”– Amy Mead, Findlay

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How to Stay Organized Practices, assignments and forms, oh my! Does it seem like an insurmountable task to keep track of it all? Local organizational expert Melissa Terhark, owner of Staged 2 Sell by Melissa, a home staging, organizing and interior re-design business, offers tips for making a hectic school year a little less crazy. 1. Create a family command center. It’s a place in the house (it doesn’t have to be large) where you can post activities and important information. “Often times using a simple cork board or chalkboard is all you need,” says Terhark. “It’s a quick DIY project.” 2. Get the whole family involved. Don’t become the only organizer in your family! Have your kids help you develop a system, and make them active participants in keeping the whole family running smoothly. 3. Schedule a weekly family planning meeting—and stick to it! Use the time to discuss sports schedules, homework assignments and more. You can also plan meals during this time. “It doesn’t take long, and it can be a nice time to connect as a family before the week’s events pull everyone in different directions.” 4. Find a system that works. Every family is different, says Terhark, so no one system works for everyone. Families with young children often prefer something visual like a wall calendar while families of older kids and teens often prefer to use electronic apps to keep track of everything. 5. Remember, no system of full proof. It’s OK to have a sense of humor when you forget something—like your child’s snack day--- or when everything doesn’t always fall perfectly in place. “It happens and life will go on!” 10

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Breakfastns of Champio Don’t even think about letting your child skip breakfast! It’s the most important meal of the day because it gives kids the energy to concentrate in class and kick starts their metabolism for the day, says Julie Russell, outpatient dietician at Blanchard Valley Health System. “Ideally, try to include two or three food groups. It’s important to include protein from the milk or meat group because it helps to stabilize blood sugars and your child will feel more satisfied until lunch,” she says. Russell recommends five healthy breakfast choices that don’t take a lot of time to prepare: n

Whole-wheat bagel or English muffin spread with peanut butter or light cream cheese

Bowl of cereal topped with fresh fruit like strawberries, blueberries, peaches or bananas (stick to cereal with less sugar and some fiber)

Fruit smoothie or yogurt dressed up with sprinkled granola

Breakfast taco, a tortilla with scrambled egg and melted cheese

Whole grain muffin with a hardboiled egg

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Bullying comes in many forms – physical harm, threats, gossip, intimidation, name-calling, the exclusion or isolation of another person. Students today not only encounter bullies on the bus and playground, but online. When children or teens use computers or computerized machines to intentionally and repeatedly cause harm or discomfort through verbal aggression it’s called cyber-bullying, says Amanda Byers, school psychologist at Findlay City Schools. Here’s how you can make sure your child doesn’t become a victim of cyber-bullying: n Establish open lines of communication with your child regarding their electronic devise usage. “Ask your child what they like to do when they are online, and ask them about their online friends.” n Discuss rules and boundaries for usage. In fact, you might want to develop a contract regarding cell phone and internet usage. You can find samples contracts online at cyberbullying.us. n Make sure your child knows what personal information is inappropriate for sharing online. n Monitor your child’s electronic communication usage, and make sure he/she knows you will be periodically checking their webpage history, friend list, social profiles, blogs, etc. “The increased availability of the internet, with smartphones and public computers, can make it extremely difficult to monitor a child’s behavior. At home, it’s beneficial to restrict the use of electronic devices to shared living areas.”

“Mrs. Smith, Principal Lindsay, There has been a scuffle with your son. we need you to come to the school right away.”

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in Ten Minutes for Mom Easy ways to find some peace despite back to school stress By Sue LeBreton

ask for help. Let someone else be the giver for a change, it will make them feel

Deepen your breath. Con-

better as well.

Ignore media for a day. No Facebook, no newspaper or television. How does it make you feel?

Move daily. Pick an activity you love

and start doing it for 10 minutes each day. If you already move daily, can you add 10 minutes to your current routine?

Start a success journal.

Daily jot at least one success you had and periodically review your successes.

Eat mindfully. Sit down to eat

healthy, nourishing food. Really look at your food, taste your food and give thanks for your food.

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Forgive someone who has slighted

you and move on. Giggle. Call a friend who always makes

you laugh. Read or watch something funny.

Hydrate by drinking more water, less

juice, coffee and soda. A hydrated body is more energetic and alert.

Exercise kindness,

starting with you. Treat yourself the way you treat your best friend.

Stretch like a cat. Get down

on all fours. As you exhale, round your back to the sky, drawing your chin to your chest, belly to your spine. Inhale back to your starting position and repeat several times.

It’s time to rethink the notion that you lack time for selfcare. Amazing Zen can come from just ten minutes and some simple attitude adjustments. Here are 26 quick ways to enter a more Zen state.

sciously take a deep inhale and a deep exhale before you start any activity or conversation. Do this every time you remember, waiting in line, at a stop sign, starting your car.

When children resume school and extracurricular activities the stress level rises for moms as the family transitions into the new schedule. While children are learning their ABCs, moms can learn the ABCs of self-care to prevent becoming frazzled and stressed by juggling so many demands.

Uplifting Books

Practice legs up the wall pose. Sit

Quit all electronics 30-60

minutes before bed. Notice if it improves your sleep.

REST - Buy a pair of PJs that you love. Make sure your body feels cuddled and treasured wrapped in the fabric. Savor the feeling as you slip into them at bedtime.

feeling stressed does the floor really need to be vacuumed today? Use that time for you.

Commit to a regular time out

with your partner, children or family members to re-establish your connection. No electronics, no distractions, just shared focus for 10 minutes.

ably (yes a chair is fine) and just watch what thoughts arise in your mind. Don’t judge, simply observe.

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Open a spiritual or motivational book. Let the uplifting

Examine your volunteer commitments. Assess how much

Take a walk. Start with 10 minutes.

Reconnect with nature and yourself.

Go eXtreme. What is the most

material soothe and buoy your soul.

decadent, delightful act you can think of? Now go do it.

Pause before you react. Ask yourself,

will this be important in 10 minutes? In 10 months? In 10 years?

Energy Now! by Michelle Cederberg

Turn your world upside down

and how often is practical in your current life. Be open to taking a break or choosing a new focus if you need to. Do not simply replicate last year’s schedule.

time that you are not excited about.

Full Catastrophe Living by Jon Kabat-Zinn

Lower your standards. If you are

and change your perspective. Learn to do the yoga pose downward dog at www. yogajournal.com/poses.

Say no to a request for your energy or

Firstlight by Sue Monk Kidd

sideways against the wall and then swivel; swing legs up the wall and lie down, moving your pelvis away from the wall until you are comfortable. Stay five to ten minutes, longer if you are comfortable. Meditate. Set a timer, sit comfort-

Heal Your Life by Louise Hay

add some yellow to your life.

The color of the sun makes you cheerful

Daily OM by Madisyn Taylor

Check out these reads for some Zen inspiration!

and optimistic because your body releases more feel-good hormones when surrounded by yellow.

Catch more ZZZZs, go to bed just 10 minutes earlier and see how that makes you feel.

Sue LeBreton is a freelance writer with two children. A trained yoga teacher, she is always looking for ways to increase the Zen in her life.

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Summer Vacation- Lazy Fun? Hazy and crazy days of summer By Rose Roccisano Barto

When I “graduated” from kindergarten, I thought summer vacation lasted a year. At least, it felt like it. Two days after school let out, I had gathered all the notebooks and pencils in the house and set up school in our family room with my chalkboard. If I had a year off, I reasoned, I might as well teach my baby dolls all the things I’d learned from my beloved Mrs. Coon. All too soon I realized summer vacation is measured in weeks, not years. Now that I have children, summer vacation is measured in days here and there. It is very rare to have an entire week of nothing. Summer might still be hazy and crazy at times, as the song says, but it is certainly no longer lazy. And that’s really a shame. Karate, extended summer ballet,

a wedding and the annual visit to my New York state hometown took big bites out of our summer vacation. We have never taken our children out of school for vacations– and never will– so any trips are scheduled around the school calendar or during the summer. We managed to take a few day trips here and there around Ohio in between a fairly regimented summer schedule that seemed to start before school even ended. Busy bees in the summer On the last day of school, my youngest got her school supply list for the upcoming year – a paper reminder that the clock is ticking. My oldest had her date set for freshman orientation at the high school months ago. And I’d already noted several important dates on

my calendar for this school year. By mutual decision, we didn’t forsake school this summer. My children played their instruments here and there. My youngest did 20 minute math refresher courses weekly with the School of Mom. And my oldest flipped through her algebra binder a few times in anticipation of Algebra II. Never fear, we had lazy fun. My kids were regulars at the pool. “The Fault In Our Stars” was read, re-read and seen in the theaters several times. And they burned up Verizon’s network texting about when to meet where. I was perfectly fine having a summer of a lot of nothing. Too soon there will be summer jobs, summer classes and touring colleges. Embracing boredom Perhaps the one regret I have about

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our summer is that it wasn’t lazy enough. I’m a firm believer in the gift of boredom. Boredom gives our brains room to think, and allows creativity to come to the surface. When my children were younger, sometimes they’d come and tell me they were bored. Like the mean mom I am, I told them to find something to do. I rarely helped them find this magical boredom buster. Besides, they came up with better things than I could ever suggest. So now in the waning days of summer vacation, we are busy with back to school lists, orientations and organizing our calendars. To everything there is a season, and this is the season of school. In 180 days– give or take a snowstorm or two– we will be back to the hazy and crazy days of summer. Let’s hope at least a few of them are lazy, too.

Art Filled with Fulfillment Making a career out of paint and passion By Jessica Kempf

Anita Rieman has two passions in life: helping people and creating art. She feels blessed to be able to combine the two in her career at Awakening Minds Art in downtown Findlay. The creative artists who make up the crew at AMA teach individual and group art classes to people of all ages and abilities, but specialize in working with students with special needs. Because Rieman has a passion for children, the elderly, and those with special needs, it is hard to imagine a better fit for her. Rieman has a long history of working with special needs students. While still attending high school, she was a teacher’s aide in a multiple handicapped classroom. She has also been a substitute teacher’s aide in developmentally disabled and emotionally disturbed classrooms. Her first job after high school was working in Putnam County group homes. “That’s when the passion really kicked in,” she says. At that time, she decided to attend the University of Findlay for Social Work and make a career out of helping people. During her senior internship at the University of Findlay, she was working at Fox Run Manor and spotted Sarah Crisp, founder and director of AMA, painting with the residents there. Rieman sensed that was what she wanted to do and approached Sarah to find out more. Since joining Sarah and AMA in 2011, it is obvious that she has found her calling in life. When asked to identify the most rewarding aspect of her job, Rieman has a hard time narrowing it down. “Ninety-five percent of my job is just amazing,” she replies. She lists many positive aspects including teaching all ages and abilities, seeing a proud smile, and observing that sense of pride and accomplishment. Rieman has made an impact on many lives by helping people through art. She teaches in both group and one-on-one settings, traveling as far as St. Mary’s

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to work with different populations, including spending time in many nursing homes. She describes one of her favorite experiences at AMA when she was working with a teenager with autism. While they were painting together for the first time he began to let out a laugh, which Rieman describes as the best belly laugh. When she asked, “What’s so funny?” he replied, “Happy!” This excitement and joy in students is what makes her job truly fulfilling. Awakening Minds Art, 515 S. Main St., Findlay. 419-302-3892. awakeningmindsart.org.

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The kids menu includes four choices, served with fries and a drink. After sampling some things outside of their comfort Hours: Monday-Thursday 10am to 10pm, zones in recent months, our kids were Wednesday is “Wing Wednesday” for dishappy to return to their “home” – chicken counted wings strips and fries. Both agreed they were Friday 6:30am to 1am - Breakfast offered excellent, with our 5-year-old daughter Saturday 10am to 1am wanting desperately to share this remarkSunday 10:30am to 8pm able taste with her dad and me. Find them on Facebook and Foursquare “Try some of mine,” she said with Carryout and catering available urgency. “This is REALLY good chicken.” We ordered mozzarella sticks and onion Sampling the “authentic“ charcoal rings for appetizers, cookin’ at Smoke-E’s which were quite tasty. Bar and Grill in Leipsic, I particularly enjoyed my husband and I were THE SHORT the seasoned taste of the both impressed by its mozzarella sticks’ breadCOURSE distinct flavor, which ing. Kid-friendly Yes was worth the trip from For my main dish, To avoid wait Weekends Findlay. I tried the BBQ grilled from 7pm on are usually “This is really nicely burrito, with pulled busiest. Consider coming at cooked,” my husband pork, lettuce, tomato, off-peak times. said, tasting the Kickin’ cheese, black beans, sour Noise level Quiet to BBQ chicken wings. cream, pico de gallo and moderate “You can tell they’re not an onion ring. The comdeep fried, but smoked. Bathroom amenities Nice, bination of ingredients changing table available It’s really different was a treat, and the disthan a place like BW3’s High Chairs Yes tinct, smoked flavor of where they’re fried.” Got Milk No, but lemonade, the pulled pork pulled it Meats are slowly sweetened or unsweetened all together. smoked over charcoal iced tea Homemade chips for hours– in some cases and fries Kid’s menu? Yes even overnight– to capChips came with my Food allergy concerns? Let ture a distinct, smoked meal, and given their your server know upon flavor. The restaurant, arrival. Accommodations quality taste and texture, which proudly displays can be made. I immediately knew they a shelf of large trophies were homemade. The for its highly-acclaimed fresh-cut fries were also wings, opened in very good – they look like the kind of fries December of 2013. Melissa Herrera, a that I often shy away from at restaurants waitress, bartender and backup manager but these weren’t greasy at all. They were at Smoke-E’s, said the goal of the restau- perfect. rant is to provide good food with good Overall, we enjoyed our visit to Smokeservice, and with that, bring people back E’s. The conspicuous new restaurant has time and time again. the look of a sports bar, with banners, Back to delicious basics news articles and photographs of local The restaurant’s menu is vast, offering teams adorning the walls. There is an an assortment of sides and appetizers impressive, fully-stocked bar in the center such as steak bites, loaded nachos, pulled of the restaurant, and plenty of space, pork sliders and fried mushrooms. You with three large eating areas, ample bar can choose zesty, BBQ, Kickin’ BBQ or seating and an available banquet hall. sweet chili BBQ for their jumbo chicken But most memorable is that unique, wings sauces. smoky tang. A variety of wraps and burritos, fresh “It takes a long time, but the flavor salads and several sandwiches and burg- is rewarding when you take the time to ers also add to the menu. And 10-ounce smoke it,” said Brad Goecke, kitchen manentrees, such as smothered chicken breast, ager at Smoke-E’s. “We try to make the a BBQ plate, and pork loin are served with best possible food for our customers and two sides. Their fries and chips are cut we hope they’re happy with the variety of fresh, in-house, every day. different food we have to offer.” 16

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Self-Defense Camp - This camp will teach individuals the skills to keep safe. Parents are encouraged to attend. This camp is for teens in high school and up. Registration required. 2-3:30pm. $15, members/$30, nonmembers. Findlay Downtown YMCA, 300 E. Lincoln St. 419-422-4424. findlayymca.org

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4 MONDAY Wacky Sports Camp - Wacky Sports is an exciting camp where kids can get involved in a variety of sports and games. For ages 6-11. Registration required. Through August 6. 10am-noon. Members, $35/nonmembers, $55. Findlay Downtown YMCA, 300 E. Lincoln St. 419-422-4424. findlayymca.org Nature Explorer Camp: Animals of Shank Lake - Learn about plants, insects, birds and mammals, and have fun with crafts and activities about who lives in the water. For ages 3-6 with an adult. Registration required. 9am-noon. $20. Oakwood Nature Preserve-Discovery Center, 1400 Oakwoods Ln. 419-425-7275. hancockparks.com

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Friday, August 22 / Koehler Center Todd Burpo, author of New York Times Bestseller “Heaven is for Real,” is stopping in Findlay to inspire and give hope to community members. The Burpo family received attention after their son, Colton, became very ill and allegedly visited heaven. Todd wrote the book about their experience and has since received national acclaim and a film has been created based on the book. The event will be sponsored by Good Hope Lutheran Church and will benefit Habitat for Humanity, Lutheran Social Services and Christian Clearing House. In addition to the Burpo’s sharing their story of hope and peace, national recording artists, “Read You and Me,” will lead a night of music and worship. Friday, August 22. 7pm. $20 adults, $12.50 students with I.D. The Koehler Center, The University of Findlay, 1000 N Main St., Findlay. 419-422-3412. artspartnership.com - HB

1 SUNDAY Wood County Fair - The fair will feature games, concessions, juried competitions and agriculture. Through August 4. Friday & Saturday, 8am-midnight; Sunday, 8am11pm; Monday, 8am-9pm. $6, adults/ ages 9 and under, free. $6. Wood County Fairgrounds, 13800 W. Poe Rd., Bowling Green. 419-352-0441. woodcounty-fair.com 10th Annual McComb Cookie Festival - There is fun for the whole family with inflatables, kids games, a pool party and more. Check the website for a schedule of events. Through August 3. Friday, 7-11pm; Saturday, 8am. McComb Village Park, State Routes 186 & 235, McComb. mccomboh.com

2 SATURDAY Rib Off on Broadway - This delicious event will kick off with a Battle of the Bands, followed by music from Findlay’s own, The Athen Ry. 3-11pm. Adults, $5/12 + under, $3/ children in strollers,

5 TUESDAY Rocket Science - Trajectory, fuel and so much more. Use Newton’s third law of motion to propel objects high into the sky. The science of rockets is about to blast off! Through August 10. Imagination Station, 1 Discovery Way. 10am-5pm. Imagination Station admission. 419-244-2674. imaginationstationtoledo.org

free. Broadway St., Downtown Findlay. 419-422-4624. artspartnership.com

7 THURSDAY Can You Dig It? Lab Night Participants will explore the history behind found items at the Museum, the former County Infirmary, and learn how to tag and document archeology findings. For ages 10+ with an adult. 6-9pm. $8. Wood County Historical Center, 13660 County Home Rd., Bowling Green. 419-352-0967.

31st Annual Doll and Teddy Bear Show - Exhibitors will showcase their antique dolls, original dolls, teddy bears and modern collectibles. Doll and bear artists will offer workshops. Antique bicycles will also be on display around the village. 10am-5pm. Sauder Village, 22611 St. Rt. 2, Archbold. 419-446-2541. saudervillage.com The WoodsStock Music and Arts Festival - The festival includes food, a juried art show, a classic car show and 2 stages of live music with 8 bands performing throughout the day. General admission, $25/ VIP, $45. Schedel Arboretum and Gardens, 19255 W. Portage River South Rd., Elmore. woodsstock.org Car Tunes on Main - Come see cars on display, listen to music, and have fun participating in family activities. 3-7pm. Main Street, Downtown Findlay. cartunesonmain.webs.com

Hancock County Farmer’s Market Come enjoy the wide selection of locally grown produce and delicious homemade treats. 4-6pm. Hancock County Fairgrounds, 1017 E. Sandusky St. 419-423-1373. hancockfairgrounds.com Free 31st Annual Northwest Ohio RibOff - The Rib-Off closes out the summer of its thirty-first year with mouth-watering BBQ alongside performances by War, Ted Nugent, and Dennis DeYoung, a founding member of the band STYX. Lucas County Fairgrounds, Maumee. Prices vary. etix.com

Back to School with Diabetes - Learn about diabetes from leading medical professionals and receive valuable information on how to manage diabetes safely at school. 6-8pm. St. Luke’s Hospital Auditorium, 5901 Monclova Rd., Maumee. 419-873-1377. nwohio.jdrf.org Free

8 FRIDAY Flag City Balloon Festival - Kids activities, rides, fireworks and more. The kids festival will be open Friday, 3pm-8pm and Saturday, 10am-8pm with opening ceremonies on Friday, 5:30pm. Balloon flights take place on Saturday at 7am & 6pm; Sunday, 7am. The illumination of the balloons happens on Friday & Saturday at 8:30pm and fireworks are on Saturday at 10:15pm. See brief pg. 6. Through August 10. Emory Adams Park, 1861 S. Blanchard St. flagcityballoonfest.com

9 SATURDAY Can You Dig It? Field Work Participants should bring a lunch and bottled water, and dress to be outside for the duration of the afternoon. Workshop includes a tour of the Historical Center and interpretation of found objects. For ages 10-15 with an adult. 9:30am-3:30pm. $15. Wood County Historical Center, 13660 County Home Rd., Bowling Green. 419-352-0967. 11th Annual Downtown Monroe Fine Art Fair & 13th Annual River Raisin Jazz Festival - Browse over 80 artists as the art fair will highlight the best artists from the local art scene. There will also be a Children’s Corner filled with face painting and art projects to keep the little ones entertained. Two blocks away is the 13th Annual River Raisin Jazz Festival. Saturday, 10am-7pm; Sunday, 10am6pm. Loranger Square on East First and Washington Streets, Monroe. monroefineartfair.com H2OOOh! Water Rocket Challenge - This exciting science challenge allows the opportunity to design and build a rocket. Materials will be provided. Also on August 10, Noon-4:30pm. 11:30am-4:30pm. General admission. Imagination Station, 1 Discovery Way. 419-244-2674. imaginationstationtoledo.org Field Work - Bring a lunch, a bottle of water and come prepared to be outside for the afternoon. For ages 10+. Reservations required. 9:30am-3:30pm. $15. Wood County Historical Museum, 13660 County Home Rd, Bowling Green. 419-352-0967. Noon-5pm. continued on pg 18

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continued from pg 17 Kids in The Park: Wildlife at Night Bring the kids out to enjoy an evening hike to explore the creatures of the night. The moon will light the way as the group explores the forest. 7pm. Riverbend Recreation Area Shelter 3, 16618 Township Road 208. 419-425-7275. hancockparks.com Free

Art in the Garden - The afternoon features a variety of hands-on art activities, local artists displaying their work, theater performances by Toledo Ballet’s Adaptive Dance Troupe and Children’s Theater Workshop, as well as delicious food. 11am-5pm. Toledo Botanical Garden, 5403 Elmer Dr. 419-536-5566. toledogarden.org

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10 SUNDAY Herbs on the Farm - Visit with the McKinnis family and friends to find out how herbs were used for cooking, pest control, and medicine in the mid 1800s. 1:304:30pm. Litzenberg Memorial Woods, McKinnis House, 6100 U.S. Route 224. 419-425-7275. hancockparks.com Free

Discovery Story and Wee Ones: Bubbles - Program includes a story, activities, a craft and all things bubbles. Suggested items to bring: swim diaper, change of clothes, towel. For ages 6 and under with an adult. 10am, 1pm & 7pm.

Oakwood Nature Preserve Discovery Center, 1400 Oakwoods Ln. 419-4257275. hancockparks.com Free Children’s Summer Yoga Camps Themed classes focus on yoga poses, breathing techniques and relaxation using games, music and stories. Registration required. Through August 15. Ages 3-6, 10:30-11:15am/ ages 7-10, 11:30am12:15pm. $50/five days. Harmony Yoga, 1100 Suite C, Croy Dr. 410-306-6136. findlayharmonyyoga.com Summer Olympics - Create your own country and flag and participate in friendly Olympic competitions. Ages 6-12. Registration required. Through August 13. 9am-noon. Members, $35/ nonmembers,

$55. Findlay Downtown YMCA, 300 E. Lincoln St. 419-422-4424. findlayymca.org

12 TUESDAY Lab Night - Learn how to tag and document archaeology findings. Ages 10+. Reservations required. 6-9pm. $8. Wood County Historical Museum, 13660 County Home Rd., Bowling Green. 419-352-0967. woodcountyhistory.org Preschool Pals: What is Under that Log? - Discover what lives under the logs and learn interesting facts about these little forest friends. For ages 3-5 with an adult. Registration required. 6:30pm. Mercy Community Nature Preserve, 45 St. Lawrence Drive, Tiffin. 419-435-3915. senecacountyparks.org Free

13 WEDNESDAY Toddler Trot: Spiders! - Explore spiders through stories and song. For ages 12-36 months with an adult. Registration required. 5pm. Tiffin University Nature Preserve, 2375 W CO Road 26, Tiffin. 419-435-3915. senecacountyparks.org Free

14 TUESDAY Blissfield Car Show - Show off your ride or just enjoy the show, as classic cars and bikes roll down the street. There will also be local vendors and fantastic foods. No registration fee, check in at 4pm. Also on September 11. 5-8pm. Lane St., Downtown Blissfield. blissfieldmainstreet.com Free First Day Jitters - Come and hear fun stories and songs about the first day of school.10:30-11:30am. Findlay-Hancock County Public Library, 206 Broadway St. 419-422-1712. findlaylibrary.org Free

15 FRIDAY National Tractor Pulling Championships - This is the world’s largest outdoor pulling event with five sessions of premier truck and tractor pulling on two tracks. Through August 17. Wood County Fairgrounds, 13800 W. Poe Rd., Bowling Green. 419-352-0441. woodcounty-fair.com Wizard of Oz Party - Celebrate 75 years of the movie with games, crafts and food followed by a movie screening. Families encouraged to come. 1-4:30pm. Findlay-Hancock County Public Library, 206 Broadway St. 419-422-1712. findlaylibrary.org Free

16 SATURDAY 9th Annual Back Street Festival This annual family favorite includes a vintage car show of exclusively pre-WWII vehicles, a quilt show, ice cream social, chicken BBQ, children’s activities, live music and tours of the museum campus. 10am-4pm. Hancock Historical Museum, 422 W. Sandusky St. 419-423-4433. hancockhistoricalmuseum.org Free First Annual Defiance Hot Air Balloon Festival - This exciting event that will include 12-15 hot air balloonists, 2 races, a family glow walk, food vendors and fun. 7am-9:30pm. $5. Defiance County Airport, 20399 Airport Rd., Defiance. 419-782-3510. defianceballoonfest.com

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No Child Left Indoors - Part of a national movement to reach a generation of young people fixated on electronics, this event focuses on reversing the trend of inactivity in today’s youth through actively engaging them in outdoor activities and education about nature. For ages 6-17. 8:30am-12:30pm. Oakwood Nature Preserve, 1400 Oakwoods Ln. 419-425-7275. hancockparks.com Free Levis Commons Fine Art Fair - More than 125 artists and artisans will take part in this juried show. Featured work will include every type of medium from painting to photography. Also on August 17. The Town Center at Levis Commons, 3201 Levis Commons Blvd., Perrysburg. shopleviscommons.com Free

17 SUNDAY Open House: Making Art With Nature - Participants will create leaf critters, experiment with leaf rubbings, and paint with pine needles. For all ages. 1-4pm. Oakwood Nature Preserve Discovery Center, 1400 Oakwoods Ln. 419-425-7275. hancockparks.com Free

19 TUESDAY Learn to Play Disc Golf - Join experienced golfers as they demonstrate throwing techniques, share game information, and review specific playing instructions. All ages and skill levels are welcome. Discs will be available. 6pm. Riverbend Recreation Area, Shelter 5, 16618 Township Rd., 208. 419-425-7275. hancockparks.com Free

21 THURSDAY Planetarium Show - Families will enjoy a brief introduction inside the Discovery Center, followed by the Stars in the Sky Planetarium Show about the many constellations visible in the summer sky. Bring a pillow. Registration required. 7-8pm. Oakwood Nature Preserve-Discovery Center, 1400 Oakwoods Ln. 419-4257275. hancockparks.com Free

22 FRIDAY 49th Annual German-American Festival - Celebrate history with delectable German edibles, dance and of course, beer. Through August 24. General admission, $7/Ages 12 and under, free. Oak Shade Grove, 3624 Seaman Rd., Oregon. germanamericanfestival.net

23 SATURDAY Spaceflight Simplified with Awesome Examples - Learn how some satellites stay above the same points on the earth and how gravity assists and allows the Voyager missions to tour the planets. 9pm. Riverbend Recreation Area Shelter 3, 16618 Township Rd. 208. 419-425-7275. hancockparks.com Free American Girl Tea: Kaya - Participants are invited to bring their dolls and partake in popular 18th century crafts, snacks and games. For ages 7-12 with an adult. Registration required. 10:30-11:30am & 1-2pm. $7. Litzenberg Memorial Woods, 6100 U.S. Route 224. 419-425-7275. hancockparks.com Rossford Riverfest - This family-friendly community celebration includes a Kids’ Zone, co-ed softball tournament, a dunking tank, numerous food vendors, a beer garden, live music and culminating with a fire-

works display. 4-11pm. Rossford Marina & Veteran’s Memorial Park, 400 Hannum Ave., Rossford. 419-662-2905. rossfordrecreation.com

27 WEDNESDAY Hancock County Fair - There is fun for the whole family at the Hancock County Fair! Check the Hancock Fairgrounds website for more information and for a schedule of events. The fair runs until September 1. See brief pg. 6. Daily Admission, $7. Hancock County Fairgrounds, 1017 E. Sandusky St., Findlay. 419-423-1373. hancockfairgrounds.org Children’s Parent Program - Early literacy program for parents. 6:30-7:30pm. Findlay-Hancock County Public Library, 206 Broadway St. 419-422-1712. findlaylibrary.org Free

29 FRIDAY St. Joseph Labor Day Weekend Festival - There will be entertainment, kids games, food, music and fun for the whole family. Through August 31. Friday, 6pm-12:30am; Saturday and Sunday, Noon-12:30am. St. Joseph Catholic Church, 2214 Manhattan Rd., Erie. 419-340-1893.

Daily Animal Demonstrations, Experience animal-feeding demonstrations and enrichment throughout the zoo. Through September 1. 10am. Free with zoo admission. Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way. 419-385-4040. toledozoo.org

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Mom & Tot Skate, Bring the little ones to The Cube for open ice skating. 10-11am. $3, skates included. The CUBE, 3430 N. Main St. 419-424-7176. findlayohio.com

Wednesdays

Painting Class, Individuals of all ages and abilities will enjoy making beautiful paintings. No registration required. 10-11am & 5-6pm. $10/ $5 for additional siblings. Awakening Minds Art, 515 S. Main St. 419-302-3892. awakeningmindsart.org

Wednesdays and Fridays

Baby Story Time, Songs, stories, rhymes and other fun for babies and toddlers up to 36 months. 9:45-10:15am. Findlay-Hancock County Public Library, 206 Broadway St. 419-422-1712. findlaylibrary.org

Saturdays

Moms and Babies Yoga Class, Enjoy time together as you tone your body, relax and do poses with your baby in a fun environment. For moms and pre-mobile babies aged 4 weeks+. 10:30-11:15am. $60 for 6 classes/$12 drop in. 10:30-11:15am. Harmony Yoga, 1100 Suite C Croy Dr. 419-306-6136. findlayharmonyyoga.com Crawford Street Market, Enjoy a wide selection of locally grown and produced foods, art vendors, live music, children’s activities and more. 9am-1pm. Downtown Findlay. downtownfindlay.com Free

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Butterfly and Bug Festival Visit Nature’s Neighborhood for a day dedicated to creatures that float and flutter. 10am-4pm. Zoo admission + parking, $7-$15. Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way. 419-385-5721. toledozoo.org

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