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BVHS Miracle Park Undergoes Expansion in Preparation for a National Miracle League All-Star Weekend

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If you’ve ever found yourself and/or your family in need of a ride, Findlay now has more options. With an easy to use app, simply open the app and tap “Request Lyft,” and you’ll be on your way! Once requested you’ll see pictures of the car and driver you’re expecting so there are no surprises. Simply set your pickup and drop-off points on the map within the app. Payments are made directly through the app as well and rides are priced at a base rate plus a per-mile and per-minute charge. Rates increase based on demand.

Lyft drivers go through background checks, and vehicles must meet a certain set of standards as well. So next time you find yourself in need of a ride, check out the Lyft app!

The Blanchard Valley Health System’s Miracle Park received a $200,000 expansion to include an additional 2,000 square feet of playground surface for children ages 1 to 4, a pavilion, bleachers, two accessible picnic tables and landscaping in preparation for a National Miracle League All-Star Weekend on September 14-16. In addition to a playground, Miracle Park offers a custom baseball field with a cushioned, rubberized surface that allows players with disabilities to play baseball.

State lawmakers devoted $100,000 for the park’s improvements from Ohio Department of Natural Resources funds.

The Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation donated $4,387 for the purchase of additional playground equipment.

Local Partnership Provides a Quick Response Team to Assist Opiate Overdose Survivors Century Health has partnered with the Findlay Police Department to develop a Quick Response Team (QRT) to provide timely response for those who survive an overdose. Within 72 hours of learning about an opiate overdose, the team will visit the survivor and offer education and referrals to drug treatment agencies for assessment, detoxification, on-going addiction treatment and aftercare. A follow-up visit will also be provided by the Hancock Public Health Department to offer further education and provide Naloxone (a drug that rapidly reverses the effects of opioid overdose) to the individual and their family. Bill Fedirka, who is currently employed as a Peer Recovery Specialist for Century Health, will assume the duties of the QRT Coordinator for the project and will work with Cindi Orley, Century Health’s Criminal Justice Program Director.

Help is confidential, and individuals can text or call the QRT Hotline at 419-306-6534 or dial 211.

Mihalik Appointed as Vice Chairwoman Findlay Mayor Lydia Mihalik has been appointed as vice chairwoman of the U.S. Conference of Mayors’ Women Mayors Leadership Alliance.

Having been a member of their advisory board since 2017, Mihalik also serves as chairwoman of the conference’s Standing Committee on Children, Health and Human Services. The Women Mayors Leadership Alliance (former Women Mayors’ Caucus) was convened in 1983 by Senator Dianne Feinstein, former Mayor of San Francisco. The purpose of the Alliance is both to encourage and to develop involvement and leadership potential for women mayors within the Conference of Mayors.

The Alliance also provides an excellent opportunity for networking and a forum for an exchange of ideas on issues important to women.

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Flag City Clothing Relocates to Accomodate Growth Flag City Clothing, owned by Nick Moore and Jay Yeater, opened in early 2017 and recently relocated to 521 South Main Street in Findlay. Yeater describes the new location as a “rock solid spot.”

“The building is a hidden gem in downtown Findlay and is the perfect mix of old Findlay with modern upgrades,” he adds.

Flag City Clothing was growing out of their previous space located down by the river as Moore and Yeater were seeing a welcome increase in retail visitors.

The developments prompted them to find a place that aligned with their love for downtown Findlay.

Flag City Clothing’s focus is to create merchandise that people can wear to reflect who they are, where they’re from and what they take pride in. Whether someone is from Arcadia, Arlington or the city of Findlay itself, Moore and Yeater create items that allow others to comfortably wear their “home.” Motivated in part by seeing their children wear uncomfortable school shirts, these two fathers launched what has become a thriving business that prides itself on unique designs and great fits paired with community and school spirit. -KM Monday-Thursday 11am-6pm, Friday-Saturday 11am-7pm, 521 S. Main St., 419-722-2233, flagcityclothing.com, “Flag City Clothing” on Facebook

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Findlay High School Student Attends CubingUSA Nationals Setting and reaching goals in speedcubing competitions

By Emilee Roberts

Have you ever stared at a scrambled Rubik’s cube with no clue on how to solve the puzzle? Findlay High School Junior Braden Richards faced this dilemma in mid 2015 after trying a posted algorithm.

Richards notes that, after finding a tutorial on YouTube, within a week he could solve the cube in around three minutes, and continued to improve from there.

“How I learned to improve was through one of my current friends, Steven Wintringham, who I met early freshman year at Findlay High School,” Richards recalls.

“At the time, I averaged around 45 seconds and he averaged 25 seconds, which I found to be crazy fast back then. When we both found out we liked to solve, he introduced me to competitions, other types of cubes, and improving.”

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The World Cube Association The World Cube Association (WCA) is a non-profit organization that helps to organize and run speedcubing competitions. It was founded in October 2004 and has since held thousands of competitions worldwide. World records, continental records and national records are recognized through the WCA, as well as the statistics of every single registered competitor.

“My involvement started on March 19th, 2017 when I attended my first competition in Ann Arbor after my friend Steven introduced me to the WCA,” Richards states. “Since then I have attended seven competitions prior to attending my second nationally organized competition in July in Salt Lake City, Utah.”

Inspiration and goals Although Richards finds it challenging, he narrowed down why he enjoys competing to two things, “It would definitely be the socializing, and the dif-

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Findlay High School Junior Braden Richards ference in competitive aspect. Cubing competitions are one of the best places to meet new people who have the same interests and hang out with friends.”

“In competitions, I normally go in with goals set. It’s not often that every single goal comes true, but one goal I have managed to keep is called a PB Streak (Personal-Best Streak) ––for every competition you go to, at least one of your results has to be better than your previous. My streak is seven competitions, and I have improved, bringing my average on 3x3 down from 33 seconds to 13 seconds. (I currently average about 12.3).”

And he’s not done yet! Richards hopes to spark interest in others and get more people involved. “I want the stereotype that you have to be a super-genius to solve a Rubik’s cube to be shown to be wrong, as a Rubik’s cube isn’t as hard as it may have seemed.”

For more information about the World Cube Association visit worldcubeassociation.org

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Challenged Champions Provides Equine Therapy Special needs enrichment

By Laurie Pressel

When horses and humans connect, amazing things can happen, according to Amanda Sizemore, program director at the Challenged Champions Equestrian Center in Ottawa, Ohio.

Since 1997, Challenged Champions has provided equine-assisted therapies for children and adults struggling with a wide range of developmental, physical and emotional disabilities such as autism, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, brain injury and PTSD. “No piece of equipment can mimic the movement of riding a horse,” says Sizemore. In addition to immeasurable physical benefits like trunk control and muscle strengthening, horseback riding has a calming effect and gives the rider a sense of empowerment.

The Center has 13 horses available for therapy sessions ranging from small ponies to a 16-hand tall Belgian warmblood. “The horses all move a little differently and we match clients to the right horse based on their needs,” explained Sizemore.

In addition to barns, the center has a heated indoor arena, a classroom and a sensory room. A variety of adaptive equipment ensures that every client

can mount a horse regardless of their physical limitations.

Serving through Hippotherapy Last year, Challenged Champions served approximately 300 children and adults through group and individual therapy sessions. One special program, called hippotherapy, is designed for children with sensory needs. The center’s occupational therapist provides a oneon-one session each week that includes horseback riding and time in the sensory room. The children ride the horse using a bareback pad so that they can feel the warmth of the horse and every movement it makes. Children as young as 3 years old can participate in hippotherapy.

“Every day I see the benefit of equine therapy,” says Sizemore. “I’ve even seen many clients say their first words in the barn.”

Serving Findlay In addition to their Ottawa location, Challenged Champions has a satellite location in Findlay that offers therapeutic horseback riding programs for the multihandicapped students at Van Buren School. These students are able to come and ride for 4-week sessions during the

school year with their classmates as part of their adapted physical education class. During this riding time the program also offers gross motor, fine motor/coordination activities, hands on equine activities and actual riding time.

This program at the satellite location has also offered them the opportunity to use the At-Risk Youth from the Hancock County Alternative Opportunity Center. These individuals assist participants while they are riding by side walking and volunteering during their class time.

Once the special needs participants have

completed their 4-week riding session, the At-Risk Youth come back and participate in their own riding session and hands-on workshops.

Challenged Champions offers all year programming. Visit challengedchampions.com or call 419-456-3449.

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Back to School Guide It’s hard to believe summer is coming to an end, and it’s time for the new school year to begin. Are you ready? To help you prepare we’re sharing some tips for the upcoming school year to make it the best year yet!

10 Tasty Lunchbox Alternatives to Sandwiches

By Rachael Moshman

I pack my own lunch while I prepare my daughter’s. Hers goes in a purple lunch sack with kittens on the front. Mine simply goes back into the fridge for me to eat later. I work from home, so having it ready to go saves me time and helps me stay focused. I was in a sandwich rut for a while, but now I have broken free!

Here are some alternatives to packing a sandwich every day.

Make your own “lunchable” Slice your favorite deli meats and cheeses into cracker size pieces. Add crackers and a piece of fruit. I’ve used leftover slices of chicken, steak or kielbasa in place of the lunch meat.

Wrap it up Tortillas are a fun alternative to bread.

You can fill them with whatever you’d put on a sandwich. Roll them up tightly and either leave them whole or cut them into spirals. My daughter loves peanut butter, honey and banana inside a whole wheat tortilla.

Homemade pizza Use a pita, pizza crust (either storebought or homemade), tortilla or hamburger bun to make your own pizza.

Top it with sauce, cheese and anything else you need to use up in your fridge. I love to make mine with pesto, feta and leftover veggies.

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Dip it!

I always pack lots of extra napkins for this one! Put a hearty, protein filled dip in a container. Turkey chilli, hummus or black bean dip are good options. Throw in veggie slices and tortilla chips for dipping.

Make use of leftovers Some leftovers taste fine cold. Leftover slices of grilled chicken or steak are great lunch starters. Add yogurt, baby carrots and whole grain crackers to complete the meal.

Use the thermos In the age of reusable water bottles and juice boxes, most thermoses go unused.

My daughter’s lunchbox didn’t even come with one, but it was inexpensive to purchase. I fill it with soup or macaroni and cheese. Having a hot lunch to look forward to is a treat for her.

There’s still time for fun in the sun Pasta salad This is another way I use up leftovers.

I start with plain leftover pasta. Then I add in either leftover meat or slices of deli meat. I throw in whatever fruits, vegetables or cheese looks appealing, along with some salad dressing. Toss it together for a delicious meal.

Salad bar Start with a container of lettuce or baby spinach. Add in baggies of other toppings, such as additional veggies, fruits, meats, cheeses or nuts. Include a small container of dressing. You or your child can add the other ingredients to the lettuce bowl at lunch time, put the lid back on and shake it all up to distribute the dressing.

Food on a stick Use a straw instead of wooden skewers for little ones. This is a fun way to use up leftovers. Put chunks of meat, cheese, veggies or bread cubes on the stick. I like to include honey mustard for dipping.

Use your fingers Kids love being encouraged to eat with their fingers - and I do, too! Fill individual baggies with rolled up ham slices, chunks of cheese, grapes, a hard-boiled egg, Teddy Grahams and celery sticks.

My daughter’s friends are always jealous when she has something other than a sandwich in her lunchbox.

There are still plenty of days I just throw in a PB&J sandwich, but mixing it up saves us from boredom. We’re also eating a great variety of foods, including vegetables.

Rachael Moshman is a mom, freelance writer, educator and family advocate. She loves joining her daughter for lunch at school at least once a week.

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Building Bridges

Communicate and connect with your child’s teacher

By Janeen Lewis

Do you feel intimidated when you think of talking with your child’s teacher? What if your child complains about problems with his or her teacher? What do you do then?

I’m a parent and a teacher, so I’ve been on both sides of the teacher’s desk. Here are some tips to help you communicate and connect with your child’s teacher so that all involved can have a great year.

Meet and greet the teacher.

Teachers like to meet parents at the beginning of the school year so that if a problem does occur, a teacher’s first encounter with a parent isn’t a call about misbehavior or academic struggles. If your school hosts a Back-toSchool Night before school starts, make it a priority to attend. Introduce yourself and show your support for the teacher. You may not be able to have a lengthy discussion, but making this initial contact helps break the ice.

unhappy or you suspect your child is being bullied by a classmate, work with the teacher to devise a plan to help.

Make a change as a last resort.

Sometimes children have personality conflicts with their teachers. This actually offers an opportunity for growth if teachers and students can work together in a respectful and productive manner. After all, this is what children will need to be able to do when they grow up. But if problems persist, it may be time to request a change to another class. Discussing your options with a school counselor or administrator may help you navigate a tough year.

Understand that teachers are human.

Most of the teachers I know are caring individuals who want to make a difference in the lives of the children they teach. Often, they are parents too, and, at one time they were students who lived through awkward growth spurts, problems with peers, lost homework and braces. They understand what parents and kids are going through, and they strive to build a positive connection between school and home.

Be involved.

One of the best ways to get to know your child’s teacher is to be involved in the school and classroom. Let the teacher know if you can volunteer. If you can’t volunteer during the day, offer to organize donations or supplies for projects or parties by setting up a parent sign-up list online. Ask if you can cut out items the teacher has laminated or track down supplies for a lesson. Come to after-school events, school productions and parent-teacher conferences. If your career is related to something your child’s class is studying, offer to come in and answer questions.

Keep communications open and positive.

Teachers welcome questions and concerns and prefer to know about problems early so they can deal with them in the best way. Your child’s teacher should be open to your questions and suggestions.

Keep up with written teacher notes, field trip permission slips, report cards and any other written communications the teacher sends home.

Remember to keep communications positive. If you have concerns or think the teacher has dealt unfairly with your child, don’t dash off a negative note and send it first thing in the morning. For sensitive conversations, call and set up a time to meet after school.

Try to understand both sides.

Teachers have a lot to manage in their classrooms, and with twenty-five or more students to supervise, sometimes they make mistakes or don’t see every problem. Your child may think something happened in class that wasn’t fair, and it’s easy as parents to react emotionally and blame the teacher. But support the teacher as much as possible while you gather information about what happened. Try to help your child see the teacher’s point of view, and talk about how people can have differences and still work together to succeed.

Advocate for your child.

Don’t be afraid to speak up if a problem in your child’s class becomes pervasive. If your child’s grades start to slip, he or she is continually

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Making the Most of School Field Trips: Parents Can Make a Difference

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By Laura Lyles Reagan

Teachers affirm that a well-planned school field trip makes topics of study come alive by helping them associate concepts learned in the classroom with real world applications. Students retain information on the subject as a result of field trips and they demonstrate a greater interest in learning more in-depth study on their own.

There are good academic reasons to take field trips and important social ones also. Parents have a vital role to play. Parents can help enhance learning outcomes, address related safety issues and ensure the fun!

Field Trip Fact Finding: Parents Can Boost Learning Outcomes Ask your child the following: • Why are you going on this field trip?

• What have you been studying in school that relates to the field trip?

• What do you expect to see on the field trip?

• I know you will have an assignment to do after the field trip. How will you remember what information you need for your report or project?

Field Trip Safety Issues: Parents Can Beef Up Security Safety concerns may arise on field trips but preparation can minimize potential problems. Increased adult to child ratios can also minimize safety issues.

Therefore, volunteer to chaperone for field trips! If you can’t volunteer there are some things you can do to help keep your child safe on field trips.

• Make sure your child knows their contact information, (phone numbers, addresses, where parents work) • Emphasize to your child how important it is that they stay with their group.

• Wash their school shirt ahead of time so your child is wearing the same color as their group.

• In a calm manner, prepare your child for what to do if they are separated from their group. You may want to make several suggestions like return to the zoo entrance or ticket office and ask that an adult page your teacher over the loudspeaker or tell your child to look for a uniformed security guard or museum docent to ask for help in locating the class.

• Remind your child to go to the restroom with a buddy or small group.

• Play a brief reminder game about Stranger Danger and what to do. Praise your child for remembering.

• Carry a first aid kit.

Field Trip Fun: Parents Can Boost the Fun Factor as Cool Chaperones The following are a few suggestions to help boost the fun factor on field trips and avoid behavior issues by keeping students engaged. Parents can also help create social learning opportunities.

• Use name tags so new parent chaperones learn students’ names quickly.

• Have the kids think up nicknames for the parents for their chaperone name tags.

• Chaperones can ask students what they think they will see when they arrive at their field trip location while students are riding on the bus.

• Sing songs on the bus drive to the field trip location.

• Talk to students throughout the field trip about what their favorite part is.

• On the bus drive back to school, play a sequence game about what students saw first, second, third and finally, last on the field trip.

• Remember to catch students being good and affirm random acts of kindness that you see.

Be sure to pick up your child from school on time, especially on field trip day and get ready to hear all the good things they learned!

12 Money-Saving Tips for Back-To-School Shopping

By Katy M. Clark

The school year is just around the corner, meaning your kids will need plenty of supplies to start the year off right. So how can you make sure you get what they need, but don’t end up in the red?

Use these 12 money-saving tips to save big on your back-to-school shopping.

Bring a list when shopping and buy what’s on it.

Check the school’s website for a list of suggested items for your child’s grade or bring the list sent directly from your child’s teacher. Without a list, you could fill your cart with things your kids MAY need vs. what they DO need.

Shop the store’s sales flyer.

This is where you will find the best deals and deepest discounts.

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Don’t be afraid to go to more than one store to get the best deal.

If you shop just one store, you’ll get a bargain on some things, but you may pay full price for other things just because you are already in the door.

Shop different types of stores.

School supplies can be found at grocery stores, superstores, dollar stores, and office supply stores as well as online.

Stock up–but only if it’s something you will use.

One year I found one-subject notebooks for 17 cents. You won’t find a better price and your kids will always need these.

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The same goes for licensed merchandise.

A Taylor Swift notebook cost $1.99.

Meanwhile, the store brand notebook with the same number of pages cost 17 cents. Can you guess which one I bought?

That said, a teacher once told me that when it comes to pencils, buy the name brand. The store brand pencils, she said, splinter and crack like crazy, never lasting the whole school year.

Then you are stuck making another trip to the store mid-year.

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However, don’t forget to shop your home first.

Did you stock up on pens or notebooks last year? Find last year’s stash to use this year.

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Buy store brand vs. name brand.

Last year my daughter needed four plastic folders with fasteners. The store brand was 50 cents while the name brand was $1.99. Buying generic was a no-brainer in that case.

If you can, try shopping without the kids.

That way you’ll avoid the inevitable whining for something that is sparkly/ hip/fringed/cool AND overpriced.

Check apps and follow stores on social media.

You may find a digital or printable coupon or discount code that you can use at checkout.

Lastly, don’t shop hungry.

Otherwise, all the effort you put into getting great deals will be blown on that bag of chips and candy bar that your kids (or you!) just have to have at checkout.

By utilizing these money-saving tips, you won’t get schooled by back to school shopping.

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Parents Night Out Girls Just Wanna Have Fun

A short guide to the best “Girls Night Out for Cocktails and Good Times” Ready for a night out with the girls?

Now you will be! Grab the girls and hit some of these great spots for some memorable times!

Ladies Night @ Fireside Every Wednesday, 5pm-9pm Fireside Brick Oven and Grill

Hey ladies, what better way to celebrate the middle of the week than to come in and enjoy a great meal from the brick oven and get half off of wine, by the glass, by the flight or even by the bottle?

Try the Fireside Shake up: Mixed berries, vodka, squeezed lemon and syrup.

Or the Elderberry Mojito: mint leaves, elderflower liqueur with lime juice and syrup - both refreshing summer cocktails that you can also enjoy on their outdoor patio.

331 S. Main St, 419-777-5088, findlayfireside. com, “Fireside Brick Oven Pub and Grill” on Facebook

Alexandria’s La Vista Bar

For summer fun, La Vista is a great place to unwind with the girls and enjoy some delicious island cocktails, frozen drinks or your favorite cerveza.

There is plenty of shade on La Vista and the music selection is sure to remind you of a beach somewhere far, far away. Specialty cocktails include Blueberry Mojitos and hand-crafted Sangria. Every two months a new batch is made with a unique recipe like their Carolina Peach - Dry Rose wine combined with pureed peaches, peach liqueur with a splash of white cranberry juice.

132 E. Crawford St., 419-424-5750, alexandriasfindlay.com, “Alexandria’s” on Facebook

The Bourbon Affair

The Bourbon Affair offers top-shelf bourbons and cocktails in a sophisticated, yet casual, atmosphere. On Friday nights groups of gals gather together for Cosmos, Martinis or one of their bourbon signature cocktails, The Century Shandy. This favorite is made with Old Forester Bourbon, madefrom-scratch ginger syrup (all of their syrups are made from scratch), lemonade with a splash of Bitters floated on top. It is a refreshing cocktail perfect for summer nights.

The Garden Grille at Hilton Garden Inn

Grab the girls and head to The Garden Grille for Happy Hour between 5-7pm for $1 off appetizers and domestic beers. Choose from a variety of appetizers in an open, relaxing environment indoors or on the patio by the fire pit. Enjoy a dessert to satisfy that sweet tooth and be sure to try their popular Long Island Iced Tea. 1050 Interstate Dr. West, 567-250-2525, “Hilton Garden Inn” on Facebook

121 E. Crawford St., 567-250-9162, ourbourbonaffair.com, “The Bourbon Affair” on Facebook

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Every night is Flight Night at Gathering Wine. With over 500 wines from all over the world in the wine store, 17 are chosen every two weeks and can tasted for only $3 a glass. It is a delightful way for women to come together and sample wines like a connoisseur and discover vintages that they can then buy and take home. Sipping wine on the most colorful patio in Findlay... what could be better than that?

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Findlay Brewing Company

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For fresh craft beer, check out the grand re-opening of Findlay Brewing Co. at their new location. When you want to knock back a few cold ones, this is the place to go. You’ll notice they’ve got a little bit of everything; enjoy some beers by the flight or pint in their brand new taproom and outdoor beer garden.

If you’re hungry, they’ve got that covered. Try the Carrot Cake Ale - it’s beer made with carrot cakes spices! Delicious!

213 E. Crawford St., 419-419-2739, findlaybrewing.com, “Findlay Brewing Company” on Facebook

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Namaste and Cabernet! Girls, reward yourself for exercising! If you love yoga or are looking to give yoga a try and you love wine, then grab your yoga mat every 2nd Tuesday of the month. A Yoga Class with a Wine Finale for $15, from 7-8 pm, a one hour beginner level class on Gillig’s pretty lawn and a full glass of wine of your choice. Or join Wine Club Wednesdays and plan regular get togethers with the girls.

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Painter’s Pottery

Feeling artistic? Gather the girls on a Friday night after 9pm when adults only can paint ceramics and have them fired in the kiln the next day. You are welcome to bring in your own wine to sip while you create. The Painter’s Pottery studio is adjacent to the Hardin Street parking lot, which offers plenty of free parking.Create a masterpiece and remember fun times bonding with the girls.

540 S. Main St., 567-294-4680, painterspottery.

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A Passion for Learning and Education Findlay store owner impacting the education community

By Beth Richards

Jane Hassan is known throughout Findlay for her passion for learning and education. Although many people now recognize her as the owner of the Smarty Pants store downtown, Hassan has been actively involved in the homeschool community and other areas of education for many years.

A perfect blend Hassan’s life experience has prepared her well for the role of an educational store owner. With a degree in education from the University of Findlay, two decades of substitute teaching, homeschooling and working at three libraries (including 5 years at the Findlay-Hancock County Public Library - her “favorite place of all”) the transformation into educational retail was natural, even if unexpected.

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Although she wasn’t actively looking to become a business owner, when Hassan and her husband, Brian, learned that the educational store in Findlay was for sale in early 2017, the couple decided the opportunity was “basically a no brainer.”

They had occasionally discussed the idea of owning a small business that would allow them to work together with their children, who they had been homeschooling for years. Since the youngest children were heading into high school, the timing was perfect.

Homeschool community Jane says she fell into the role of being a local homeschool mentor. As her children grew and she found she had more time on her hands, Hassan spent a lot of time researching. She began sharing informa-

Andrew, Brian, granddaughter Caro

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tion on a blog (since retired) and had a knack for connecting people and guiding parents who were trying to navigate through the homeschooling world. Her passion, compassion and expertise became an asset for many in the local homeschool community.

One of Hassan’s favorite ways of teaching is “stealth learning.” Jane explains “Children can learn academics, soft skills, social skills and more in fun ways, without them even realizing they’re ‘learning.’” She has a fondness for card and board games for both learning and play, “both the way they’re intended and using the parts and pieces in unexpected ways as well. Kids love attention and interac-

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tion, so having adults play games with them is an easy way to get them engaged in learning something new or reinforcing a concept that needs practice.”

Hassan’s passion for fun learning is evident. “I love puzzle books, logic puzzles, word puzzles, numbers or math and mazes-- they were my favorite growing up, I still have them all over my house, in my car and whatever bag I’m carrying, and I always have a good supply in the store.”

healthy kids Common Childhood Rashes and What to Do About Them From itchy and perplexing to kind of creepy

By Christa Melnyk Hines

Alarmed by that angry red rash splashed across your child's body? Rashes run the spectrum, signaling anything from a mild viral infection to a chronic or even life-threatening illness. Since the list is extensive, you may wonder what's what and when to call the doctor.

First, avoid self-diagnosis. "Viral and allergic rashes both can present as a diffuse, splotchy, blanching, pinkish rash.

Because the rashes look similar, it can be impossible sometimes to tell the difference just by appearance," says dermatologist Reginald B. Henry, M.D. Below are the more common types of childhood rashes and typical treatment methods. Check with a doctor to correctly diagnose and treat a mysterious rash.

Diaper rash Even the most conscientious diaperchanging parent may see an uncomfortable, red, puffy rash blossom on her baby's bottom. Babies can suffer from diaper rash after a bout of diarrhea, as a side effect from antibiotics or if they recently started eating solid foods. Change your baby's diaper frequently and use wipes without alcohol or fragrances to gently pat the area dry. Treat the area with a protective barrier ointment after each diaper change. If the skin appears infected with blisters, oozing discharge or painful open sores, call your pediatrician.

Eczema About 10 percent of infants and children suffer from atopic dermatitis or eczema.

The chronic disease is especially common in families with a history of allergies and asthma. Eczema is extremely itchy, but not contagious, and appears as red, scaly dry skin and can vary in severity.

Physicians generally treat eczema first with an over-the-counter cortisone

cream. Throughout the year, treat skin with moisturizers. "Lotions are better in the humid months, ointments in the winter months," Henry says. "Don't overtreat if the dermatitis isn't bothersome."

Bacterial Staphylococcal and streptococcal bacteria often cause infections with rashes including impetigo, scarlet fever (strep throat with a rash), folliculitis and cellulitis. Lyme disease, caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi and transmitted by ticks, can cause a bull's eye rash. If you suspect Lyme Disease, seek medical attention immediately. Bacterial infections are typically treated with antibiotics.

Viral Viral-related rashes are splotchy, blanching (disappears when pressed), pinkish-colored and usually accompany other symptoms like fever, diarrhea, sore throat and lethargy. Typical childhood viruses that present with a rash include Fifth Disease, molluscum contagiosum, chickenpox (varicella), roseola and hand, foot and mouth disease. Depending on the diagnosis, antiviral medications may be prescribed.

Warts are another common viral skin condition. Although warts generally resolve on their own, "due to the fact they are contagious, we tend to treat them with a spray or liquid nitrogen every one to two weeks until they are gone," says dermatologist Donna Corvette, M.D. Parasitic A pimple-like skin rash that's extremely itchy and contagious could be caused by scabies, which is a mite that burrows into the skin. Because scabies can spread quickly through skin-to-skin contact, your physician may recommend a topical medication for the entire family.

Fungal The name might make you shudder, but ringworm (tinea corporis), a red circular skin rash, is caused by a fungal infection, not a worm. The rash doesn't always itch, but can spread from skin-to-skin contact.

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Allergies Rashes like hives are allergic reactions that are typically splotchy, blanching, pinkish and intensely itchy. A new food or a new medication could be the culprit. Consult with your doctor for diagnosis and treatment. (Seek immediate medical attention if your child has trouble breathing or experiences swelling of the tongue, lips or face.)

Contact dermatitis like poison ivy or exposure to other irritants can also cause itchy allergic reactions. Treat the area with an over-the-counter cortisone cream. For insect bites, try ammoniacontaining products like AfterBite Kids®.

Henry also recommends oatmeal baths, baking soda compresses, and Sarna® lotion or Noxzema® cooled in the refrigerator to help relieve itching.

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Six Ways to Explore World Cultures with Kids

Creating passports with experiences close to home

By Sandi Haustein

“Mom, what can I do?”

“Are we going somewhere today?”

“I’m bored!”

Sound familiar? Instead of turning on the TV or video games when kids get antsy, why not take a trip around the world?

Traveling internationally might not be in your budget, but you can explore the world from the comfort of your own home. Start your world tour by making your own “passports” or buying some at a school supply store like Smarty Pants downtown. Each time your child has a cross-cultural experience, stamp his passport. By fostering these experiences, your child will have a book full of stamps and memories he can be proud of.

Here are some ideas for passport-worthy experiences: Explore new flavors Make an effort to go beyond the usual tacos and spaghetti. Pick a few countries whose cuisines are unfamiliar to you and try new dishes, whether at home or at a restaurant. Be enthusiastic for your kids.

If parents make faces or are unwilling to try new ingredients, the kids will follow.

However, if you say something like, ‘I’ve never had fish like this! I’ll try one bite,’ you are setting a positive example.

Read books celebrating cultural diversity Multicultural books with rich illustrations give kids the opportunity to explore universal themes and to imagine what it’s like to be a child in another country. Morales recommends three children’s books that bring cultures alive: The Name Jar by Yangsook Choi; Africa is Not a Country by Margy Burns Knight; and Finders Keepers? A True Story in India by Robert Arnett. Ask your librarian for other suggestions of books with international themes.

Order cross-cultural subscription kits If you like subscription kits, Little Passports offers creative packages for children. Each month, your child receives a kit featuring a different country with souvenirs, activity sheets, photos of popular destinations, a recipe, and access to online games. Starting at $12.95, these kits give your children a glimpse into other kids’ lives around the world.

Make an effort to learn another language Many educators believe that teaching kids to speak another language is at least as important as teaching them how to play soccer. Teaching your children greetings and polite phrases like “hello,” “goodbye,” “please,” and “thank you” in at least two different languages is a way to expose them to other languages. If you want to take it a step further, make small labels in the target language (French, for example) and place them on everyday objects around your home. Your child will be eating at une table and sleeping in un lit in no time.

Give Family Movie Night a global twist Family-friendly foreign films are a great way to expose your kids to world cultures. Your young ones will enjoy the Japanese animated film My Neighbor Totoro while elementary-aged children will like Cave of the Yellow Dog, a film about a Mongolian girl and her loyal friendship with a stray dog. Iran’s Children of Heaven and New Zealand’s Whale Rider will inspire kids 11 years and older while also exposing them to beautiful cultures.

Adopt an international student Did you know over 70 percent of foreign students in American colleges never step foot in an American home? Check with the international student office at your local university (The University of Findlay can help here) to see if they have a program set up for American families to “adopt” students. Give your adoptees family experiences they might not have on their own like playing board games, going to church or watching Little League games. While teaching them about American culture, you’ll learn about theirs, too.

No matter which cultures your family explores, your kids, with their passports full of stamps, are sure to look at the world differently as school rolls back around. Cook says, “Learning about other cultures reveals a world with more color, more sound, more shape, more beauties than a single culture can provide. A life of one culture, for me, is a life with only one color. Maybe beautiful, but wow! Look what happens when I can add more colors!” Can you think of a better gift to give your kids?

Sandi Haustein is a mom of four kids who love to eat ethnic foods.

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Taking Care of the Skin We’re In

Move Out & Move In

Local pharmacist develops skincare products for common problems

The college adventures begin

By Jessica Kempf

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My living room is no longer my own.

One part of it looks like the typical living room in the typical house: a couch, a few end tables and a television. Go behind the couch, however, and you uncover madness.

Scarbrough Pharmacy is located at 1809 South Main Street in Findlay, across from Blanchard Valley Hospital

Carrie Scarbrough-Sampson, PharmD, is passionate about skin care products.

Skin is the largest organ of the body, yet we often take it for granted. I can personally attest to skipping sunscreen too often, using a makeup remover wipe as my “skincare regimen” and watching dark eye circles appear after years of interrupted sleep with young children.

According to Dr. Carrie ScarbroughSampson PharmD, “It’s ideal to start a good skincare routine in your twenties or thirties, but it truly is never too late to see benefits.” After years of perfecting her skincare line in the pharmacy lab, Scarbrough-Sampson now has a wide variety of products for all ages.

Skincare solutions for all ages Scarbrough Pharmacy opened in 1961 and is currently owned by ScarbroughSampson’s father, Stanley Scarbrough, RPh. “We’ve always had a focus here at Scarbrough on not just treating something but preventing it and aging well,” explains Scarbrough-Sampson. When the father-daughter duo began learning about skincare ingredients at dermatology conferences, Scarbrough-Sampson began to research and experiment on her

own to see how she could help solve common skin problems utilizing the most effective ingredients.

The Ageless Skincare line launched in December, 2010 and continues to grow.

Scarbrough-Sampson also created “Fresh Face,” a skincare line for teens to address blemishes, redness and clogged pores. All skincare products are free from parabens, dyes and fragrances making them a good fit for even the most sensitive skin. Her products use higher percentages of active ingredients than typical skincare products and deliver fast results. “I look at the molecular level to see what the ingredients can do and how I can maximize their effectiveness,” she explains.

Trying the products Scarbrough-Sampson recommends that beginners start with the Ageless AM & PM Moisturizers as a good way to cover your anti-aging bases. Armed with a bag of samples, I followed her advice and begin with the Ageless PM Moisturizer which promotes collagen to reduce fine lines and wrinkles (yes, please!). A little went a long way as the texture felt much thicker and higher in quality than the moisturizer I typically use. My face felt incredibly soft as it did with the Ageless AM Moisturizer. I am only two days in, but I am excited to see results. Linne Gilbert, another member of our staff who is in her late 50s, saw a 50% reduction in the appearance of a brown age spot on her face and has noticed clearer more vibrant skin in just two weeks. I also love the fact that we can get a one-on-one consultation with the creator of the products right here in Findlay, Ohio!

Ageless Skincare and Fresh Face Skincare lines are available at Scarbrough Pharmacy located at 1809 S. Main St. in Findlay. More information is available at agelessskin.net or by calling 419-423-1513.

That is what we call “College Corner.”

My oldest daughter is going away to college for the first time this fall.

She’s not the first child to ever go away and won’t be the last. She is mine, however, and we have been planning this with all the precision and high-level communications of a military operation.

I blame the Internet. Since last summer, when we started visiting campuses, I would find college packing lists on my Facebook page and on a few college parent discussion boards I frequent. It fed into my obsession about what to bring, how to bring it and why.

Back in my day ……

My own college packing, a million years ago, was quite simple. I shopped in my mom’s basement for most of my linens. My hot pink rug was, believe it or not, the rug my sister used in her room before I was born. The mini-fridge had gone to Cornell University and Ithaca College before it made the trip to Syracuse University.

That mini-fridge, along with my mother, sister and I, drove Interstate 81 north in a Chevrolet Citation with room to spare. My mother was a master packer and fit everything I needed into the Citation’s trunk.

It’s not so simple now. The minifridge is, thankfully, provided by her

school. But now it’s not enough to have handme-down sheets and posters from home.

The mattresses are usually an odd size so special sheets need to be purchased. Laptops have replaced typewriters, but now you need cables and carrying bags, too.

It’s in the execution It’s not only what you bring, but how you bring it. Would a suitcase or a duffel bag work better for clothes? Do you want a set of plastic drawers under that lofted bed? Are the IKEA FRAKTA bags (they are a thing, trust me) what we’ve been looking for?

I’ll admit, most of the mental gymnastics have been my own. I am the one with the packing list. I am the person who, at 5am, is buying shoe caddies and laundry pods at the store. I am the stalker studying pictures of her future dorm room and re-playing youtube videos to see what kids bring and where they put it all.

Phase two, commence The shopping is different from the organizing and the packing. We are in phase two of the invasion plan, making sure everything is checked off the list.

The motto is “light, little and less.” Everything will come out of its packaging and get squirreled away within the bins and bags.

There is the possibility we will forget something, but we have a Plan B. Across the street from her dorm, literally, there is a three-story Target. Within 15 minutes are family friends who are eager to help. And there is always overnight shipping for just about anything.

She will be ready. Her stuff will be ready. Will I be ready? Of course not.

That, however, is the real phase two of parenting: Letting go.

And there is no battle plan for that.

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We Serve. Coffee Much More Than That

Making a difference one order at a time

By Betsey Watson Mascaro

114 E. Sandusky Street, Findlay 567-525-4680 “We Serve. Coffee” on Facebook Open: Monday 6:30am-9:00pm, Tuesday-Friday 6:30am– 3:00pm, Saturday 8:00am-3:00am, Sunday Closed Feeding small humans is tricky. And lunch, in particular, can be kind of a pain. The coffee buzz is wearing off and it’s not necessarily worth the hassle and effort of breakfast or dinner. Plus, it can be so monotonous. Regardless, I was super excited about reviewing We Serve.

Coffee because it meant freedom from yet another round of PB&Js or leftovers.

Located in downtown Findlay, We Serve. Coffee has been a popular spot for several years, and it caught my attention early on with its unusual punctuation.

After all, what the heck is that period doing in the middle of its name?! The answer delighted me. We Serve. Coffee donates 100% of its profits to local and global charities – so that period accents the fact that this is a place that serves more than just coffee, tea and yummy food. It truly serves the community is every way. So how does that actually pan out?

With its downtown location, We Serve. Coffee has to deliver more than just a philanthropic business plan in order to survive. And it does. Stepping into the building, you’re instantly surrounded by a laidback, warm and welcoming atmosphere. Local art lines the walls (showcasing and supporting local artists is yet another way it serves our community) along with all sorts of fun and funky items for sale including totes, tea, artwork and gifts. For seating, there are a few comfy chairs in little groupings plus several high top and regular tables.

And everything is so clean!

Making ordering easy Perhaps the only drawback to the interior is that it’s a little small. So rather than dragging three young children in (and potentially right back out), we opted for takeout. I pulled up their menu online (weservecoffee.org), phoned in my order and about 30 minutes later my husband picked everything up. Easy peasy! (And even easier: they deliver!)

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Actually, it wasn’t quite that easy because they offer an amazing breakfast and lunch menu that includes everything from omelets to paninis, oatmeal to soup, pastries to wraps – not to mention an assortment of coffee, tea, hot chocolate and smoothies. Soups vary each day. And good news for those small people with smaller appetites: many items are available in half-order sizes!

Trying a little bit of everything We opted for a wide sampling that included paninis, wraps, a salad, soup, a muffin and a smoothie. We dug into the hot food first starting with the Cali panini. With turkey, avocado, chipotle mayo and jalapeno, this panini offered a touch of creaminess followed by a touch of heat. My husband and I really liked it although the kids couldn’t quite handle the spiciness and instead preferred the Luau panini which included ham and a pineapple spread plus apples and cheese.

Joey, our 7-year-old, described this panini as “sweetish and kind of salty” which is a popular combo in our house. Both paninis featured a lovely texture combination with gooey cheese and crispy ridges on the bread.

As we passed around the paninis, we also sampled the chicken and veggie soup. With hunks of chicken and fresh veggies, this soup had a delicious, light flavor that definitely relied on its ingredients rather than an abundance of salt.

Our 8-year-old, Leland, remarked that the soup tasted homemade and declared it his favorite! Both wraps (the Chicken Caesar and the Turkey, Bacon and Avocado) combined fresh ingredients into a tasty wrap. For both the paninis and especially the wraps, I definitely recommend a full order for a normal adult appetite. And for the wraps, the smaller size didn’t seem to leave enough room for fillings.

The Tomato Mozzarella salad was another item that would be best in full size

– but that’s just because it was soooooo good. The presentation was stunning – crisp white discs of mozzarella layered with bright roma tomatoes surrounded by pesto and drizzled with balsamic vinegar. Joey loved the mozzarella with a bit of the balsamic vinegar glaze. It’s like summer on a fork.

Enjoying treats with the meal All through the meal, we sampled the green smoothie which had a fresh, healthy flavor making it a perfect breakfast or post-workout snack. And like all of We Serve. Coffee’s other menu items, the smoothies include fresh, high quality ingredients rather than relying on sugary or synthetic powders.

After filling up on lunch, we split a lemon crumb muffin and a cinnamon roll. The muffin offered a light zing of lemon flavor softened by the sweet crumb topping. It would be the perfect companion to a mug of black tea. The cinnamon roll had tons of ooey-gooey frosting that balanced perfectly a light cream cheese flavor with sugary sweetness. (Next time I won’t share and I’ll definitely have my coffee ready!)

And that touches upon my one failure: we forgot to try the coffee. We are big

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time coffee lovers, but on this hot summer day as I ordered our lunch, I forgot to also order coffee. We Serve. Coffee offers several options including hand pours to French Press, cold brew, espresso drinks and drip coffee.

I suppose our delicious lunch serves as a good reminder that I need to go back again soon. With its fun and friendly atmosphere, fresh ingredients, attention to quality and the added bonus of helping the community, We Serve. Coffee is the ideal place for… well, just about everything!

The Short Course Kid-Friendly: Yes

Noise Level: Average Got Milk? Yes

Kids Menu: No (but definitely kid-friendly) Reservations: No

Food Allergy Concerns: Ask the barista for assistance.

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

1 WEDNESDAY Intro to Digital Art - This beginner two-day class will teach students ages 11 and up the fundamentals of creating digital art. Students will need to bring their own iPad and download the free program, Medi Bang. $100. 6-7:30pm. Also meets Wednesday, August 8. Findlay Art League, 117 W. Crawford St. 419-422-7847. findlayartleague.org Music Together - Come together with parents and their little ones, from birth to 5 years-old, for singing, dancing and learning. 1pm. Tiffin-Seneca Public Library, 77 Jefferson St., Tiffin. 419-447-3751. tiffinsenecalibrary.org Free Jungle Animal Art Safari - Kids ages 5 and up will create safari themed crafts during this two-day art camp. $79, $69 additional sibling. 1:30-5:30pm. Also on Thursday, August 2. Limabean Arts and Crafts, 2500 Shawnee Rd., Suite C., Lima. 567-371-1447. limabeanartsandcrafts.com Teen Karaoke & Lip Sync Contest So you think you can sing? Teens will compete for the best performance. Grades 6-12. 3-5pm. Putnam County District Library, 136 Putnam Pkwy., Ottawa.

419-523-3747. mypcdl.org Free Backpack Stuffing/Distribution Give back to the community and help out the kids who need it most. Help StoneBridge Church fill backpacks with school supplies anytime from 9-11am or 2-4pm Wednesday and Thursday, August 2. And/or help distribute the bags anytime from 8am-6pm Monday, August 6 or 9am3pm Tuesday, August 7.

StoneBridge Church, 2111 Stonehedge Dr. 419-422-6862. stonebridgechurch.org Free

2 THURSDAY Northwest Ohio Antique Machinery Show - This weekend is packed with fun things to do including kid activities, a tractor square dance, thrashing and a backseat driver’s contest. $5. 8am-10pm daily through Saturday, August 4 and 8am-5pm Sunday, August 5. Hancock County Fairgrounds, 1017 E. Sandusky St. 419-429-7344. nwoama.com

3 FRIDAY Sensory Explorers - Accompany your preschoolers and toddlers to explore colors and shapes to create a painting. Register in advance. $10. 10:30-11:30am or 1-2pm. Awakening Minds Art, 515 S. Main St. 419-302-3892. awakeningmindsart.org First Friday Game Night - Join CFyouth for their monthly game night.

7-9pm. CFyouth, 1100 N. Main St. 419-422-7365. collegefirst.org Free Father/Son Nerf & Water Wars Dads and the kids will enjoy playing with Nerf water guns and water balloons.

Finish by snacking on hot dogs, chips and cookies. Bring your own toys, if possible.

6-8pm. Shawnee UMC, 2600 Zurmehly Rd., Lima. 419-991-4806. shawneeum.church Free

4 SATURDAY McComb Cookie Festival - Satisfy your cravings at this festival, which also features a parade, vendors, a 5k, games for kids and softball tournaments.

8am-7:30pm. Also 11am-3:30pm Sunday, August 5. McComb Village Park, State Routes 186 and 235., McComb. facebook.com/mccombcookiefest Free Under the Sea Adult Prom - It’s time for parents to feel nostalgic while having a blast from the past. Wear cocktail attire and bring your date or friends for a night of dancing, music and drinks. $40.

8pm-midnight. The Hancock Hotel, 631 S. Main St. 419-423-0631. hancockhotel.com

Car Tunes on Main is back for their 11th Annual event to benefit Open Arms Domestic Violence & Rape Crisis Services.

This year’s event will feature a Community Cruise with “Pit-Stops” throughout the community from 10am-2pm, Downtown Car Show from 11am-7pm, Car Show Awards at 6pm and The Arts Partnership’s Street Feast on Broadway from 4-11pm.

And there will be music, of course!

flagcitycorvettes.com/car-tunes-on-main

Flag City BalloonFest Friday, August 10 - Sunday, August 12

The Global Big Latch On Breastfeeding mothers, pregnant women, support people and children are welcome to attend this unique experience to celebrate and promote breastfeeding. 10amnoon. Riverside Park, 231 McManness Ave. 419-424-0720. biglatchon.org Free Feast on the Street - Leave your diet at home and indulge with regional and local cuisine, live music and adult beverages.

Children will have fun too, as this is in conjunction with Car Tunes on Main. $5/ adults, $3/children, free/younger children in strollers. 4-11pm. Marathon Center for the Performing Arts, 200 W. Main Cross St. 419-423-2787. marathoncenterarts.org Family Picnic - Meet your neighbors and Trinity UMC to build relationships.

Westside United Methodist Church will provide hamburgers and hotdogs. Bring a side dish to share. Johnny Appleseed Hermon Woodland, 485 N. Wapak Rd., Lima. 419-223-2881. limawestsideumc.com Free

Mark your calendar for what has become Findlay’s largest, free, family-focused festival! First Federal Bank’s 2018 Flag City BalloonFest will be here before you know it. If this isn’t one of your family traditions, it’s time to make it one!

This year families will enjoy watching the hot air balloons fly above the city in addition to the famous Hot Air Balloon Illumination and many other activities including food trucks, kids’ activities, a car show, fireworks, live music and a craft show (NEW this year). Stop by and find something for the whole family to enjoy!

Emory Adams Park, 1827 S. Blanchard St., flagcityballoonfest.com and “Flag City Balloonfest” on Facebook

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Keep Healthy Thursday, August 16 The City of Findlay Recreation Department has partnered with The Ohio State University Extension Office and the Hancock Public Health Department to offer free summer activities in the parks for ALL to play! On August 16th head to Bernard Park for an Obstacle Course & Movie Night from 6-7:30pm. All activities are free and for all ages. All equipment will be provided. In the event of rain, activity for that day will be canceled.

Bernard Park, 1105 Bernard Ave., facebook.com/events/175329633168706

Hancock County Fair Wednesday, August 29 - Wednesday, September 3

Kids Fest - Roll on over to AMF Bowling for a fun-filled evening of play and good food at discounted prices. Shoe rental and bowling are free! 1-5pm. AMF Bowling Co., 616 Trenton Ave. 419-422-9757. amf.com Free

5 SUNDAY Back Road Reptiles and Exotics Expo - Explore the world of reptiles with live animals and informational vendor visits. The center will be filled with family fun at this show. $5, free/kids 10 and under. 10am-4pm. The Event Center, 1400 6th St. 419-619-3598. brrexpo.com

Every day at the Hancock County Fair is one to enjoy!

See the livestock shows, ride your favorite ride, play games, sample all the fair food possible and take advantage of all the great events and entertainment taking place! Daily tickets are $7 and admit one adult and dependent members of their family ages 15 and under. Season tickets are also available for $21. Visit hancockfairgrounds.org/fair-tickets-admission for more information.

Hancock County Fairgrounds, 1017 E. Sandusky St., hancockfairgrounds.com, “Hancock County Fair” on Facebook

6 MONDAY Kid Whisperer - Explore the “nine essential skills for the love and logic classroom” during this three-day workshop designed for teachers and led Scott Ervin.

Learn how to build positive relationships with students by neutralizing arguments, using enforceable statements, and other approaches. $299. Meets 8am-3pm daily through Wednesday, August 8. North Central Ohio ESC, 928 W. Market St., Suite A., Tiffin. 419-477-2927. ncoesc.org

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Extreme Game Camp - This weeklong camp keeps the kids busy with tons of games to play and create. For ages 5-10. $80. Meets 8am-3pm daily through Thursday, August 9. Franciscan Earth Literacy Center, 194 Saint Francis Ave., Tiffin. 419-448-7485. felctiffin.org Preschool Adventure: Dr. Seuss During this class, students ages 3-6 will make Dr. Seuss themed art projects. $35, $29 for additional sibling. 9:30am-noon.

Limabean Arts and Crafts, 2500 Sawnee Rd., Suite C., Lima. 567-371-1447. limabeanartsandcrafts.com Backpackin’ Babies: Worms - Bring your infant, up to 18 months-old, in a backpack, frontpack or stroller to explore worms along the trail with fingerplays, stories and puppets. Register in advance.

10am. Mercy Community Nature Preserve, 99 St. Lawrence Dr., Tiffin. 419-447-8091. senecacountyparks.com Free

7 TUESDAY Symphony Storytime - This special storytime features a performance by members of the Lima Symphony Orchestra.

10:30-11:30am. Findlay-Hancock County Public Library, 206 Broadway St. 419-422-1712. findlaylibrary.org Free Teen Movie Nights - Teens get together to enjoy a movie inside the Lindamoon Room. This week’s movie is Save the Last Dance. Monday, August 27 will be a screening of Avengers Infinity War. 5:308:30pm. Findlay-Hancock County Public Library, 206 Broadway St. 419-422-1712. findlaylibrary.org Free

Flag City National Night Out - Join the community and safety service personnel to promote safer and better neighborhoods. Meet with police and community partnership members, enjoy live entertainment, food, K-9 demonstrations, and inflatables. 6-9pm. Riverside Park, 219 McManness Ave. 419-423-1902. facebook.com/findlaypolice Free

Preschool Pals: Fishing Fun - Learn the basics of fishing with your children ages 3-5 years-old. Register in advance.

4:30pm. Garlo Heritage Nature Preserve, 6777 S. SR 19, Bloomville.

419-447-8091. senecacountyparks.com Free

Fireworks at Bluffton/Pandora National Night Out - The whole family can cool down with free swimming, plus food, giveaways, and rides. Watch the fireworks show in the night sky. 6-10pm.

Bluffton Community Pool, 205 Snider Rd. 419-369-2985. explorebluffton.com Free

Back 2 School - Diabetes Youth Services will present a panel for children with type 1 diabetes on how to stay safe and healthy during school. Register in advance.

6-8pm. Findlay-Hancock County Public Library, 206 Broadway St. 419-291-1234. dys4kids.org Free

Babies Love Books Storytime Children from birth to 3 years-old will enjoy stories and songs promoting language and motor development.

10-11am. Bluffton Public Library, 145 S. Main St., Bluffton. 419-358-5016. blufftonpubliclibrary.org Free

8 WEDNESDAY Skins & Skulls - A naturalist with Hancock Parks District will bring pelts, skulls, props and furs for children to learn about. Free with admission. $7/ adults, $5/children 2+, free/members and children 1 and under. 1:30-2:15pm.

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

567-250-9616. cmfindlay.com

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10 FRIDAY Sensory Friendly Movie Night Friends of BVS hosts this movie screening where typical movie etiquette is not required. Kids can move around the room, sing and just be themselves. Popcorn and water provided. 6-8pm. Blanchard Valley Center, 1700 E. Sandusky St. 419-422-6387. blanchardvalley.org Free Back to School Indoor Rummage Sale - Shop for school supplies and bags of clothes for only $5 each. Check out the food and bake sale while you’re there.

9am-7pm. Also 9am-5pm Saturday, August 11. Fostoria Church of God, 124 W. Tiffin St., Fostoria. 419-436-7217. fostoriacof.org

11th Summer Harvest Gourmet Gala - Spend an evening on the grounds of the St. Francis Campus for a gourmet dinner, the music of Straight from the Harp, raffles, craft beer and more. $75.

6-9:30pm. 200 St. Francis Ave., Tiffin.

419-447-0435. felctiffin.org Campfire Creations - Get crafty and create a campfire themed piece of art.

8pm. Garlo Heritage Nature Preserve, 6777 S. SR 19, Bloomville.

419-447-8091. senecacountyparks.com Free

11 SATURDAY Arctic Exploration: Parent and Pal Spend the night with your little pal swimming, fishing, boating, hiking and many other activities. For grades 1-5, with an adult. $90. Starting 9am Saturday, ending at noon Sunday, August 12. Boy Scouts of America Black Swamp Area Council, 2100 Broad Ave. 419-422-4356. blackswampbsa.org Superhero Fun Run - You and your children will have a great time on bounce houses, power jump, rock wall and a costume contest along with the 1K run. Kids receive a cape, goodie bag and tickets to either of the attractions. $20/advance, $25/day of. 9-10am. Emory Adams Park, 1827 S. Blanchard St. 419-429-9436. casahc.org Second Saturdays R 4 Kids - Kids will learn how to play vintage baseball with the Spiegel Grove Squires from 11amnoon, and can adventure with a scavenger hunt anytime from 9am-5pm. Each program is $1 each to participate. $13/adults, Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Library & Museums, Spiegel Grove, Fremont. 419-332-2081. rbhayes.org Paint and Partake: My Grown Up and Me - Join your child in creating a painting masterpiece to take home.

Light lunch included. $40/two participents, $10/addition child.

Awakening Minds Art, 515 S. Main St. 419-302-3892. paintandpartake.org Milkweed and Monarchs Learn about metamorphosis while exploring milkweed and search for monarch butterflies. Register

by Thursday, August 9. 1-2pm.

W.W. Knight Nature Preserve, 29530 White Rd., Perrysburg.

419-353-1897. wcparks.org Free

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Discovery Series: Insect Research Kids between 12-17 years-old will join a naturalist to learn all about insects. 4pm.

Forrest Nature Preserve, 701 E. County Rd. 6, Tiffin.

419-310-5280. senecacountyparks.com Free

13 MONDAY Jammin’ @ the Library - All ages are welcome to join together for a song-circle style jam session. 6pm. Also offered on Monday, August 27. 145 S. Main St., Bluffton. 419-358-5016. blufftonpubliclibrary.org Free

14 TUESDAY Toddler Trot: Flutterbies - Get together will other parents and their young children for an engaging learning session.

For ages 18-36 months. 5:30pm.

Steyer Nature Preserve, 5901 N. County Rd. 33, Tiffin. 419-447-8091. senecacountyparks.com Free

15 WEDNESDAY Frohman Summer Series: Hands-on History - Kids ages 6-11 will discuss and learn about history, science, technology, and the environment through photographs from the Charles E. Frohman Collection.

Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Library & Museums, Spiegel Grove, Fremont.

419-332-2081. rbhayes.org Free Young Adventurers: Under One Rock - Explore the grounds of the park and learn about nature. For ages 6-12.

5pm. Clinton Nature Preserve, 400 E. TR 182, Tiffin. 419-447-8091. senecacountyparks.com Free

16 THURSDAY Canoe Float - Adventure on the waters.

Canoes, paddles and adult life jackets provided. Must bring a life jacket for your children. Register in advance. 6pm.

Garlo Heritage Nature Preserve, 6777 S. SR 19, Bloomville. 419-447-8091. senecacountyparks.com Free

17 FRIDAY Classic Movie Night - Watch a screening of the PG-rated 1938 film “Bringing Up Baby.” Popcorn and refreshments provided. Hancock Historical Museum, 422 W. Sandusky St. 419-423-4433. hancockhistoricalmuseum.org Free Allen County Fair - Come on out and have a blast with carnival rides, games, food and sweets, special performances and vendor workshops. The weekend is full of things to do. Various times everyday through Saturday, August 25. See online for full schedule. Allen County Fairgrounds, 2750 Harding Hwy., Lima.

419-228-7141. allencofair.com Baby & Me - Meet with staff from Help Me Grow and other parents for a safe and educational gathering for your children 2 years-old and younger. 9-10am.

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

567-250-9616. cmfindlay.com Free

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Baby and Toddler Storytime - Meet in the youth department for stories, songs and fingerplays for children 0-3 years old. 2-2:30pm. Kaubisch Memorial Public Library, 205 Perry St., Fostoria.

419-435-2813. fostoria.lib.oh.us Free

Nature Walk Bird Talk - Stroll the trails as you look and listen to peaceful nature. Don’t forget binoculars or cameras! 8-9:30am. Garlo Heritage Nature Preserve, 6777 S. SR 19, Bloomville.

419-447-8091. senecacountyparks.com Free Camp Fire Back-to-School Carnival Welcome the new school year with food, games, bounce houses, sweet treats and prizes for the whole family. 1:30-3:30pm.

Camp Fire Northwest Ohio, 305 W. Hardin St. 419-422-5415. campfirenwohio.com Free Darci Lynne and Friends Tour - The youngest singer and ventriloquist, Darci Lynne, stops in Lima for a hilarious, family-friendly show. $25-$90. 7-10pm.

Allen County Fairgrounds, 2750 Harding Hwy., Lima. 419-228-7141. darcilynne.com

Family Fun Event: Pond Life - Explore the pond with the whole family during activities and educational talks. 11am3pm. Garlo Heritage Nature Preserve, 6777 S. SR 19, Bloomville.

419-447-8091. senecacountyparks.com Free

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Open Gym for Little Ones Preschool children and younger build their physical, emotional and social development through unstructured indoor play designed for kids of any ability. 9-10:3oam.

Trinity Lutheran Church, 935 W. Bigelow Ave. 419-721-9087. trinityfindlay.org Free

Wednesdays and Fridays Baby Story Time - Join other babies and their guardians for engaging stories. 9:30-10:30am. Findlay-Hancock County Public Library, 206 Broadway St. 419-422-1712. findlaylibrary.org Free Rally in the Alley Concert Series - Listen to the music of local artists

Sound Bites From Around the World - Come out to celebrate diversity with samples of food and live music from the around the world, hosted by the Buford Center for Diversity and Service.

2:30-4pm. Cory St. Mall, University of Findlay. 419-434-5911. facebook.com/ BufordCenterForDiversityandService Free

28 TUESDAY Family Movie Night - Watch the movie “Sherlock Gnomes” where detective and protector of London’s garden gnomes is on a case. 6-8pm. Putnam County District Library, 136 Putnam Pkwy., Ottawa.

419-523-3747. mypcdl.org Free while grabbing a bite from the week’s featured vendor. Every Friday through August 17. 5-8pm. Downtown Findlay, Latham Courtyard, 510 S. Main St. 419-422-3313. findlayhancockchamber.com/rally Free Awakening Minds Open Studio - Visit the studio for a fun and social arts and crafts class for children ages 4-13. $10. 6-8pm. Awakening Minds Art Studio, 515 S. Main St. 419-302-3892. awakeningmindsart.org

Saturdays

Swiss Homestead Open House - Learn the history of the homestead with tours, presentations and family fun activities. $5, free/kids 16 and under. 1-5pm. Swiss Community Historical Society, 8350 Bixel Rd., Bluffton. swissmennonite. wordpress.com

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Kids and Youth Back to School Bash - Kick off the new school year with music, color wars, obstacle courses and a tug of war game. It’s fun for the whole family! 10am-1pm. Fostoria Church of God, 124 W. Tiffin St., Fostoria. 419-436-7217. fostoriacog.org Free

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A Relaxing Walk - Hike the trails and become one with nature. This qualifies for the Walk Stick Program. Bring binoculars.

7pm. Tiffin University Nature Preserve, 2875 W. CR 26, Tiffin. 419-447-8091. senecacountyparks.com Free

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BUGFest - Take a trip to the Toledo Zoo’s Nature’s Neighborhood to learn all about crawly little creatures with crafts, activities and live invertebrates. Free with Zoo admission. $16-19, free for children 2 years old and under. 10am-5pm.

Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way. 419-385-5721. toledozoo.org

Fridays

Character Breakfast - Your favorite characters from Party with a Princess will share stories, apply temporary tattoos, sign autographs, take picture and have a fun time with your children. Purchase tickets by Friday, August 10, space is limited.$1-$15. 8:30-10am. Cracker Barrel, 1031 Interstate Ct. 740-973-2535. facebook.com/Findlayprincesses

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Stargazing - Join the Toledo Astronomical Association to look for stars, nebula and more in the night sky. Bring chairs and blankets. 9-10:30pm.

Beaver Creek Preserve Astronomy Deck, 23028 Long Judson Rd., Grand Rapids.

419-353-1897. wcparks.org Free

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