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Indestructibles are colorful paperback picture books built for the way babies read. They are chewproof, rip-proof and drool-proof making them suitable for even the tiniest hands and mouths. Created by Amy Pixton, a mother of triplets, the delightful series of books are made with non-toxic material that can also be thrown into the dishwasher if they get dirty. (Seriously!) 25 different books include Beach Baby, Baby Faces and Humpty Dumpty, each with beautiful illustrations and simple stories to keep a baby’s attention. They are sold for $5.95 each at Blanchard Valley Hospital Gift Shop. 419-423-5388, 1900 S. Main St.

Once Upon A Child

Add a little education to mealtimes with Melissa & Doug Learning Mats sold at Once Upon A Child in Findlay. Children can learn about telling time, the alphabet, the solar system and more with mats geared toward different age groups. Mats are $1.99 each and the accompanying write-on wipe-off crayons are $1.99 for five colors. Everything can be wiped off with a wet wipe or washcloth, making cleanup a breeze. So, let the creativity flow as your children color on these inexpensive, reusable placemats. 419-422-0400, 1825 Tiffin Ave., onceuponachildfindlay.com, “Once Upon A Child - Findlay” on Facebook

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With warm gooey dough and sweet glaze, homemade cinnamon rolls are hard to beat. But for those with food allergies and intolerances they can be both difficult to make and hard to find. Thanks to Cortney Mumaugh, owner of Little Monkey Kitchen, scratch-made, allergy-friendly cinnamon rolls are just a phone call away. Baked in a kitchen completely free of gluten, dairy, egg and soy, these rolls are a fan-favorite. Almost every allergy can be accommodated, so families can enjoy a yummy treat without fear of a reaction. $12 for 6 rolls or $21 for 12. Order by phone or on Facebook. 419-581-9006, “Little Monkey Kitchen” on Facebook

Reflections Salon at Millstream

Reflections Salon at Millstream is a full-service salon offering hair and spa services for about half the price you would pay elsewhere. High school cosmetology students perform all services under the supervision of licensed cosmetology instructor, Heather Schroeder. The salon, open to the public on Wednesdays from 12:30-5pm and Thursdays and Fridays from 12:30-2:30pm, includes services such as haircuts and color, facials, nails, perms and more. Chair pedicures are just $20 while a manicure is only $8. Appointments are suggested as time slots tend to book up quickly. Now is the time to treat yourself to some pampering at a great price! Call 419.420.3359 to schedule. 419-420-3359, 1150 Broad Ave., “Reflections Salon at Millstream” on Facebook

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University of Findlay and Hancock Historical Museum Creating Davis Learning Institute The University of Findlay and Hancock Historical Museum are working together to provide enhanced digital storytelling experiences at the newly named Davis Learning Institute on the museum’s campus. The collaboration, currently in the planning and fundraising stages, will transform the relocated Davis House, built in 1843, into a site for collecting, sharing and archiving community narratives. Organizers intend for the Institute to serve as a vital historical preservation link, becoming a motivator for societal improvement through its storytelling as well as being a space for collective idea generation and impact. “Very few historic preservation projects look at the social benefits that are possible,” said museum Director Sarah Sisser. “One thing we hope to do is capitalize on a sense of place, which can then support stability and social change.” The Museum and UF already have a history of storytelling collaboration, via the Ohio Farm Stories project, to preserve the rich history of the region’s agricultural heritage. The two entities also are working together on the Findlay Floods project, gathering flood-related stories. The Davis Learning Institute will continue to be owned by the Museum while The University will contribute technical skills, equipment and staff.

Hancock Leadership Class of 2019 Now Forming The Hancock Leadership program is now accepting applications for the 2018-2019 class. Hancock Leadership, a program of the Findlay•Hancock County Chamber of Commerce, sponsored by the Hancock Leadership Alumni Association, is based on a nationally-recognized nine month seminar program designed to develop and cultivate people with a passion for community service. Participants will connect with other class members and gain increased knowledge about the Findlay-Hancock County community. The program launches in August followed by one full-day monthly session, with a graduation ceremony in May. Sessions are held on Tuesdays from 8am-5pm at various locations throughout the Hancock County. Class members are also required to take part in a service project with participation outside of regular class times. Hancock Leadership utilizes a Positive Leadership curriculum which provides a rich experience for participants to grow together through lively group discussion and personal development activities. Tuition is $825. Arrangements for payment can be made with a participant’s employer and/or sponsoring organization. A limited number of scholarships are available to applicants who require financial assistance. For more information or to apply, visit FindlayHancockChamber.com. Deadline for applicationsis June 8, 2018. For questions, contact Dionne Neubauer at 419.422.3313 or email leadership@FindlayHancockChamber.com.

Marathon Center for the Performing Arts and Findlay Light Opera Company Collaboration Announced A collaboration between Marathon Center for the Performing Arts (MCPA) and Findlay Light Opera Company (FLOC) was announced at a reception of MCPA and FLOC board members and supporters on the 30th anniversary of FLOC’s founding. The collaboration comes as part of a two-year long partnership plan between MCPA and FLOC to bring community theater back to the Central Auditorium, now the Donnell Theater, FLOC’s original performance home. Funded in part by a grant from the Hancock County Convention & Visitors Bureau, the collaboration will begin this fall with four cabaret shows in the Roy & Marcia Armes Hall as part of the MCPA’s LIVE@ ARMES Series. Winter of 2019/2020 will feature a semi-stage concert version of a musical with an allcommunity cast. This project will support a revival of the Findlay Light Opera Company which has been largely inactive since 2007. For more information call MCPA at 419-423-2787, visit marathoncenterarts.org and “Marathon Center for the Performing Arts” on Facebook.

Synergy Central Now Open at Findlay High School Findlay High School has made the most of some unused space by creating a flexible learning area for students and teachers. Synergy Central, named for a concept in the best selling book “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People,” is wired for sound and includes a whiteboard, many TV screens and tables that can be arranged to facilitate student learning in a variety of room settings. With that flexibility, Synergy Central can be used for a variety of purposes such as offering an open area for specific lessons without having to move around desks in the classroom, study halls and tutoring sessions. The room was renovated with input from students, teachers, administrators and school librarian, Amanda Brasfield. As educational techniques evolve, spaces similar to Synergy Central are becoming more common in schools around the country. 6

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Local Teen Attends Space Camp Kayla Johnson’s unique opportunity By Emilee Roberts

The Honeywell Leadership Challenge Academy (HLCA), a unique scholarship program for children of Honeywell employees ages 16-18, uses interactive technology, science-oriented workshops and team exercises to teach science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). 325 students from 35 countries and 25 U.S. states, including Findlay High School student Kayla Johnson, participated in a week-long program in Huntsville, Alabama.

A unique experience “My favorite part from Space Camp was meeting all the people,” Johnson shared. “The people I met throughout the experience were amazing. We were put into groups and had to form a bond on the first day with kids from across the world.” “Honeywell gave us an amazing opportunity with great people to guide us. Team Focus not only bonded within the group but with our team leaders as well.”

Application and anticipation Each year, several hundred students apply for admission, with entry into the program granted after a rigorous application and review process based on academic achievement and community involvement. The application process creates much anticipation. Johnson explained, “This application process is actually very competitive. Over 2,000 students from all around the world applied and only 300-400 are chosen... When I received the email that I would be attending I got really excited! This is a once in a lifetime opportunity, and a great experience.”

Future aspirations “After High School I’m going into the medical field. I’m going to Rhodes State College in Lima to become a Nurse Practitioner (NP),” Johnson shared. “Going to Huntsville opened my eyes. Space is amazing which is why I have started looking into biomedicine or even aerospace medicine.” “(At the camp) they pushed us saying that we were the Mars generation, and honestly I think we will make it. Brilliant kids from around the world... upon leaving Huntsville we left with so much more than a cool story. We left with friendships, information and a new look at the world around us.”

March brought big changes for the organization many knew as Blanchard Valley Industries, including a name change to Kan Du Group. The nonprofit employer of adults with developmental disabilities is no longer a “sheltered workshop.” And with the name change, the organization is growing and moving as well. Kan Du Group employs about 50 adults. Previously working out of a large warehouse on the eastern edge of the Blanchard Valley Center campus, operations have moved to a rented building at 11728 Hancock County Rd. 99. The new location moves production closer to the industries it serves, explained Mike Chiarelli, CEO of Kan Du Group. “They (our workers) want to be involved in the community and we’re teaching them more and more how to engage in the community. This kind of puts them in the middle of everything.” Kan Du Studio, part of Kan Du Group, moved to 322 W. Main Cross St., in February 2017, with Kan Du Group’s day habilitation program also moving to the same building early in February 2018. Now referred to as “Center 322,” Kan Du Group’s day habilitation program provides regular activities for adults with disabilities. The Group will also use office space and conference rooms on the second floor for training and other events. “This will truly be a community building,” said Kelli Grisham, superintendent of the Hancock County Board of Developmental Disabilities. “We have created meeting rooms and work space for our tenants. It also gives our agency access to badly needed meeting space.” 419-422-6386, kandugroup.org, “Kan Du Group formerly Blanchard Valley Industries” on Facebook

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Camp Fire Office: 305 W. Hardin St. 419-422-5415. Camp Glen: 6580 S. Township Road 131, Tiffin. 419-447-7459. officemanager@campfirenwohio.com CampFireNWOhio.com Camp Wo-he-lo 2018: Six themed weeks, held from June 4-August 10. Ages 5-12. $115 per child (scholarships available).

g u id e By Emilee Roberts Having fun and staying engaged in learning is what summer camp is all about! With a variety of great summer camps in our area there is something for everyone!

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218 E. Sandusky St., Findlay. 419-422-4131. stpaulsfindlay.org 6-8:30pm. July 15-19. 3 years old - completed 4th grade. Free At Rolling River Rampage, children are invited on a white-water rafting adventure to experience the ride of a lifetime with God! Along the river, children discover that life with God is an adventure full of wonder and surprise, and that they can trust God to be with them through anything. Relevant music, exciting science, creative crafts, fun recreation and memorable Bible stories will help kids know that God is always with them as they ride the rapids of amazing grace! Register online or by calling the church office.

Camp Fire’s Wo-he-lo Camp will be a five day (Monday-Friday) fun-filled camp loaded with excitement, learning and new experiences. Staff will be offering six separate themed weeks throughout the summer, so pick your favorite theme, or come to all six! Each themed session will focus on fitness, arts & crafts, science experiments and team building, while also building lasting friendships and meeting community civil servants. Each camper is responsible for bringing a sack lunch. Snacks will be provided. Transportation is provided to and from activities throughout the week. Dates: Week One: Fun & Fitness: June 4-8, Week Two: Decades Week: June 11-15, Week Three: Super Hero Week: June 18-22, Week Four: DIY Week: July 23-27, Week Five: Space Week: July 30-August 3, Week Six: Animal Week: August 6-10. 8am drop off and 5pm pick up for all weeks. Camp Glen Resident Camp: June 24-29. Youth entering grades 3rd-6th. $350 per child (scholarships are available).

Camp Glen Day Camps: Youth entering grades K – 6th. June 25-29, July 9-13, and July 16-20. $145 per child (scholarships are available).

Camp Glen, which has been serving Hancock and Seneca County youth since 1959, will offer an overnight camp with supervision 24 hours a day. Most camp programs offer a focus area, called a “trail,” with activities related to the topic. Campers will choose their “trail” and spend mornings with other campers within their age levels. Transportation from Findlay is available. Spots are limited and must be reserved in advance by 6/22/2018. Please call the Camp Fire office to reserve a spot.

Campers can enjoy all the benefits of going to a Camp Fire camp during the day at Camp Glen, while returning to their home each night. Campers can choose to include one overnight stay on Thursday night. Transportation for campers from both the Findlay area and Tiffin area is provided to Camp Glen from the Camp Fire Office or campers have the option to be dropped off at Camp Glen by a parent or guardian. Scholarships are available. Contact the Camp Fire Office for more information. Continued on p10

Project H.O.P.E. Summer Camps 6645 TR 215, Findlay. 419-469-0415.

projecthope.st@gmail.com projecthope-equinetherapy.org projecthope.st@gmail.com Noon-5pm. June 9-10 (for junior high and high school students. June 23-24 and July 14-15. (for ages 5-11). $125 (scholarships available). For the past ten years Project H.O.P.E. camps have given children the opportunity to deal with stress, take charge of thoughts and attention level, and increase self-esteem, coping and leadership skills. Campers ride horses and engage in team building exercises all while having loads of fun such as trail riding, arts & crafts and horseback relay races. No riding experience is required. Open to all children. Camps include lunch, snacks and helmet use. The staff to camper ratio is 1:2 or 3.

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Toledo Zoo Summer Safari Camp 2 Hippo Way, Toledo. 419-385-5721. Toledozoo.org/summer-camps

Most kids only dream of spending a full week at the Zoo, but fortunately for children in Northwest Ohio, the Toledo Zoo offers a huge variety of camps featuring fun games and activities, live animal visitors, and cool crafts. Camps are divided by age: 4-5 year olds (9am-noon, $135 for members and $160 non-members), 6-10 year olds (9am-3pm, $180 for members and $230 for non-members), experience camps for 6-10 year olds (9am-3pm, $195 for members and $245 for non-members), experience camps for 11-15 year olds ($300 for members and $350 for non-members), and fishing camps for 9-10 year olds ($300 for members and $350 for non-members). In addition, Encore! week offers individual, themed classes each day to give kids 6-10 years old a unique experience. Sessions begin in June and run through August. Prices, ages, and camp themes vary.

Reading Rocks at the Findlay Hancock Library this Summer

Every child who registers for the summer reading program receives a free book.

By Laurie Pressel

Put reading high on your family’s list of summer activities! The Findlay-Hancock County Public Library can make it happen. The library’s SummerREAD is designed to encourage and incentivize reading for the whole family. “Libraries Rock” is the theme for the 2018 SummerREAD. The program runs from June 1 until July 28. Monday, June 4 is the official kick off day for the program and special activities are planned at the main library the entire day. Children, teens and adults can sign up for the program at any time. Parents can even sign up babies and toddlers too young to read and track the number of books they read to them.

Once you sign up for the program, start tracking the number of books you read. You set your own goal—from one book to 100 books or more. You can even turn it into a family competition! Each time you visit the library, simply report the books you’ve read and be entered into weekly drawings for awesome prizes. The library is also planning special programs for all age levels at the main library throughout the program. One special family program takes place on June 20, at 7pm under the skylight in Adult Services. The Spoon Man, a musical comedian, will be performing his “totally clean act, he never uses dirty silverware.” For more information and a specific listing of SummerREAD activities, visit the library’s Website: findlaylibrary.org.

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9am-12pm. June 26-29. Ages 7-12. $50/members, $60/non-members. While agriculture is still one of the largest industries in Hancock County, many of us are Heartstring Melodies, provides quality music therapy services to children and adults in the area. We believe that creating a musical now several generations removed from the farm. environment that is fun and engaging will allow for individuals to How does our food get to the grocery be creative and reach their maximum potential. store shelf or our dinner table? Campers are invited to explore our farming roots! They’ll learn the science behind our soil and water, plant and tend a garden, learn the many different t Individual & Group Music Therapy Sessions uses of herbs we can grow at home, prepare and t Summer Camps enjoy basic farm-to- table cooking, meet some of t Early Childhood & the animals on the farm and raise their own barn. Caregiver Groups They’ll also visit two Hancock County farms to t Adapted Music Lessons compare life on the farm today to how it was 219 Liberty St. Findlay | 567-429-1909 | HeartstringMelodies.com 100 years ago. The camp will be facilitated by Findlay City Schools educators. Space is limited and reservations are due by June 20.

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Black Swamp Area Council, Boy Scouts of America

2100 Broad Ave., Findlay. 419-422-4356. blackswampbsa.org July 23-27 & July 30-August 3. Grades 1-5 (1st graders only come Wednesday-Friday). $55 until June 23, or $70 after June 23. $25 for 1st graders.

St. Michael the Archangel Parish 750 Bright Rd., Findlay. 419-422-2646 Findlaystmichael.org 9am-12pm. July 16-20.

Vacation Bible School. A Radical Ride on the Wings of Prayer...with Amazing Angels & Super Saints. Get This community camp at Camp Berry is offered to both boys and girls. There will be limited free onboard Cat.Chat Airlines and take-off on a Radical busing available to and from camp each day. Adults/parents are welcome to attend to enjoy Ride around the world. Buckle up as you prepare to the experience with their child. Participants have the option to bring a sack lunch every day learn some awesome lessons about prayer and how to or have lunch provided for the week for $15 (in addition to registration costs). Activities will put it into action! include: swimming, fishing, boating, handicrafts, STEM, hiking, nature, shooting sports and a visit from the Toledo Zoo. Staff to Camper Ratio: a den chief ratio of 1:15, and additional staff at each program area.

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Snapology of Findlay 6425 Township Road 246, Findlay 419-701-9529 Snapology believes that children are meant to learn through play! When children are actively engaged in hands-on, interactive learning activities, their creativity flourishes! They offer a variety of themed programs such as Pokemania and Space Wars, Animation, S.T.E.A.M. focused programs and Robotics. There is something for everyone! Camps will be held at Owens Community College in Findlay. Dates: June 4-7, June 11-14, July 9-12, July 16-19 and August 6-9, 9am-12pm or 1-4pm Ages: 5-14 Cost: $110 with a $10 discount for multi-camps Staff to camper ratio: 1:10 along with a teacher’s assistant

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219 Liberty St., Findlay. 567-429-1909. heartstringmelodies.com Camps cost $40-$60, with a staff to camper ratio of 1:6. For additional information and prerequisites, please contact musictherapy@heartstringmelodies.com. Music Explorers: This music therapy group designed for individuals of all abilities to make live music, explore instruments, learn dances, sing along to songs and participate in a music game or craft all while focusing on social skills and being creative with peers. Campers are encouraged to sign up for more than one week as a different theme will be explored each week. 8:30-10am & 10:15-11:45am, Tuesday-Thursday. May 29-August 10. Age 4 to young adults. Tiny Tunes: This early childhood music therapy group designed for parents and caregivers to make music and bond with their young children. Young children will explore instruments, movement, and singing through developmentally appropriate music experiences. Friday mornings. May 29-August 10. Newborns to age 4 (with parents). Instrument Camps: Groups will focus on learning a specific instrument, including piano, guitar, drumming and percussion, ukulele, songwriting and recording. 12:30-1:45pm, Tuesday-Thursday. May 29-August 10. Continued on p14

1 Amazing Place

207 E. Foulke Ave., Findlay. 419-420-0424. May 25-August 10. K-5th grade. The goal of Camp Noah at 1 Amazing Place is to keep kids busy all summer having fun and learning at the same time. Kids will swim at Riverside Park twice a week, go on inexpensive field trips and guest speakers come in. Kids will plant and take care of a garden all summer, and they get to eat what they grow! There will be weekly themes and full week or three days per week enrollment is available. The staff to camper ratio is 1:18.

Cory Rawson Soccer Club

401 W. US 224, Findlay. 419-722-2295

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The Cory Rawson Soccer Club offers a 3 vs 3 soccer tournament at Mt. Cory Park in Mt. Cory, Ohio. Dates: June 2, 9am-4pm. Ages: 6-15. Cost: $75 per team.

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EDUCATIONAL SUMMER CAMPS FOR CHILDREN AGES 4 -14 • STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Mathematics). Robotics and fun themed summer camps taught in a fun, interactive environment. • Hands-on learning using LEGO® bricks and technology • So many fun summer camps to choose from: • From Space Wars to Real World Robotics, Animals and Pokemanian there’s something for everyone • Learning is interactive to inspire enthusiasm and spark creativity • Children with extra needs are welcome in all Snapology programs • Cost is $110 per camp. Call to learn more or to register! • Camps held at Owens Community College, Findlay Check us out on Facebook Snapology of Findlay Shh, Don’t tell them it’s educational! 419.701.9529

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Marathon Center for the Performing Arts 200 W. Main Cross St., Findlay. 419-423-2787. Marathoncenterarts.org Summer Opera Camp 9am-3:30pm, July 16-27. Ages 11-18. $200 (scholarships available). 1:10 staff to camper ratio. Participants will immerse themselves in singing, dance and theatre in this two-week summer intensive experience during which they will mount a fully staged production of Gilbert and Sullivan’s The Pirates of Penzance. G&S provides the perfect introduction for young singers into the world of opera. Each day starts with a vocal warm up integrated with physical movement to wake up voices and bodies, followed by theatre improvisation games designed to encourage the development of ensemble. The rest of the day will be spent learning staging and music of “Pirates” in small group sessions, ending with their full ensemble learning choreography for the group numbers in the production. Each participant is expected to bring a nutritious lunch Monday through Friday. Broadway in Your Backyard Performing Arts Camp July 9-13, with all campers in an end of camp performance on Friday, July 13. Grades 1-3: 8:30am-noon. $80 per child, and $70 for each additional family member. Grades 4-12: 8:30am-3pm. $160 per child, and $135 for each additional family member. Enjoy a week of fun with Youtheatre at Broadway in Your Backyard! During this week-long day camp, campers will work with local teaching artists as well as participate in a Q & A with a professional Broadway Music Director and Broadway performer to learn about the performing arts while staging a showcase production for the community to enjoy. In addition, campers will participate in age-appropriate performing arts workshops such as creative dramatics, acting, movement, music, improvisation and theatre games led by local teaching artists. Each camper in Grades 4-12 should bring a nutritious lunch Monday-Thursday. Scholarships available. Campers who sign up for both camps will receive a discounted cost of $300.

YMCA East Branch

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Jessi Kempf

Husband Brian, Children:Eden (7), Weston (4), Ivy (2)

Local Moms Reflect on Motherhood

How do you celebrate Mother’s Day and what does it mean to you? We asked some local mothers and grandmothers to share their thoughts on motherhood. By Betsey Watson Mascaro

It’s too hard to choose my favorite part of being a mom, but I do love seeing the world through my kids’ eyes. They appreciate and are in awe of the simple things while adults (including myself!) are often too busy to notice. I also love the rare moments when my kids are all happily playing together. Even if it’s just running in the backyard or playing with play-doh, it brings me joy to see their friendships with one another grow. On Mother’s Day, I typically get to sleep in, skip the Jessi Kempf loves slowing down and seeing the cooking and cleaning and world through her children’s eyes. get a couple of sweet gifts from the kids and Brian. We don’t have any major traditions at this point, but getting some extra sleep and not having to cook make for a great day! My favorite Mother’s Day memory would probably be the year that I became a mom. Our oldest daughter, Eden, was born just two weeks before Mother’s Day and we spent the day with my siblings, parents and grandparents. I had a whole new appreciation for my mom and just felt overwhelmed by how much love I had in my heart. It was a really sweet time.

Julie Fisher enjoys a fall day with her little pumpkins.

Julie Fisher

Husband Matt, Children:Emmalin (5), Ethan and Nolan (3) I love staying home with the kids and, although it has its challenges, the experience is rewarding. My favorite part of motherhood is watching the kids grow and learn new things, playing well together, imagining and creating in new ways. I enjoy getting outside with them without the distractions of technology and TV and making memories as a family. For Mother’s Day, we keep it pretty simple. Just being with my family is my goal. Of course, I enjoy a little extra attention and a few less chores for the day! If it works to be with my mom or mother-in-law, it is nice to honor them as well. Our "first born" is our 9 year old chocolate lab, Monty. He has had his share of medical issues, so we joke that he broke us into parenthood well! After a handful of years, it was such a blessing to officially cross over to a Mother's Day with our daughter! And it only continues to get better since we welcomed our twin boys in 2015.

Nancy Wilczynski Husband Robert, Children Kim (37) and Tim (33), Grandchildren Jacob (14), Isaiah (11) and Gavin (4) Wilczynski and Violet Canale (4)

Nancy Wilczynski building memories with her family at Christmas.

Gene McEvoy

Husband Robert, Daughters Beth Stewart (37), Christine Prusa (35), Trudie McEvoy (33); Grandchildren Alice (5), Mark (3) and William Stewart (6mo) I love the variety involved with being a mom. The fact that as babies it was just the challenge of every breath and everything they did, and now I get to enjoy them as adults. Every age has had joy and pain, and I’ve really enjoyed that part. We have three daughters and three grandchildren but we don’t really have any Mother’s Day traditions. I think back to my mother and she liked milk glass. I remember buying it for her for Mother’s Day, and I can distinctly remember the stores where I’d buy gifts for her. But for years when people would ask what I’m doing on Mother’s Day, I’d always say I was doing the same thing I do every day – mothering! As the girls got older, though, I remember the first time they made me breakfast in bed. Their joy in doing for me was such a gift.

Creating family memories, especially around the holiday time, is my favorite part of being a mom. Our Mother’s Day traditions involve honoring my mom or my husband’s mom. My mom passed away last July, and we may start a new tradition after my husband’s mom passes, but right now Mother’s Day is about celebrating the matriarchs of the family. One year we planned to surprise Bob’s mom so I called up my fatherin-law and told him to plan a day trip but don’t tell her that you’re coming to our house. So when they pulled into our house on Mother’s Day, we had a gift and a meal and she teared up and said, “I thought you forgot me on Mother’s Day!” That’s a Mother’s Day I’ll always remember.

Gene McEvoy reading to her daughters when they were little

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BIRTHDAY GUIDE Local birthday celebrations for any budge Simple, special, and milestone festivities

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

By Erin Marsh

The Findlay YMCA offers several party packages, so customize your day your way. Choose a themed birthday party ranging from superheroes, girls day out, mad scientist and more. Use the pool or a bounce house. All parties include a party room and special gift for the birthday child. Parents can bring treats and decorations. Available Times: 11:30am-3:30pm or 4-8pm on Saturdays and 1:30-5:30pm on Sundays. Prices vary depending on customization.

Capitol City Gymnastics & Cheerleading

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Don’t want to use your house as a jungle gym? Instead, hold your birthday party at Capitol City Gymnastics & Cheerleading. The gym provides at least one instructor and full use of the facility. You provide the cake, decorations and refreshments. $175/members and $200/nonmembers for two hours for parties up to 20.

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Take the stress out of party planning and just enjoy your child’s big day with Snapology. Choose between several themes like Angry Birds, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Minecraft and more. A Snapology party facilitator comes to your venue to set up, conduct fun STEM related activities and clean up. $175 for 90 minutes for parties of 15.

Art Me Ohio is an Arts and Entertainment small business located in Northwest Ohio for planning and hosting parties and events. In addition to face painting, characters and Princesses, they also offer Glimmer Tattoos, canvas painting, hand print art and theatrical and Halloween makeup sessions. Art Me, a team of over 20 young artists and performers who truly love entertaining, takes pride in creating art with great customer service.

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

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Unleash your inner party animal bat the Toledo Zoo with birthday party packages for up to twenty people. Hang out in the Nature’s Nursery Workshop with favorite critters and enjoy three live animal demonstrations in 30-minutes, then spend some private time in the goat contact yard. It’s sure to be a wild party! The Zoo provides four pizzas and up to twenty beverages in Zoovenir cups, as well as a customized birthday cake and gift for the birthday child. Available times: 10:30am-12:30pm and 1:30-3:30pm, weekends only. $375/members. $425/nonmembers.

Bowling parties are always a classic. Custom-build your kid’s party with delicious menus, kid-friendly bumper bowling and other activities enjoyable for both children and adults. The birthday boy/ girl will also receive a signable bowling pin to remind of their experience with their guests. Plans range from $13-$20 per child.

Awakening Minds Art 515 S. Main St., Findlay. 419-302-3898. Awakeningmindsart.org

At Awakening Minds Art, everyone goes home with something special. Guests celebrate the birthday child and make their own creation during a Awakening Minds Art Paint and Partake event. The colorful package includes a light snack, juice, water and all the art supplies. Just bring yourself and your imagination. $150 for two hours with a party of 10 people.

Children’s Museum of Findlay 1800 Tiffin Avenue Suite 201 567-250-9616. cmfindlay.com

For a fun and educational place to hold your birthday party, the Children’s Museum of Findlay has you covered, offering a party room and on-hand staff to ensure that you and your friends have a great time. Check out all the museum’s exhibits then head back to your party room where you can bring your own cooler full of treats and drinks. $150/ nonmembers and $125/members for two hours. Parties for up to 15 children.

Flashover Indoor Sports & Fun Center 11600 County Rd. 99. 419-420-1575 Flashoverindoor.com

For an action-packed fun-filled evening to keep the little ones busy–and probably wear them out – head to this indoor sports center with laser tag, bounce houses and an arcade. Laser Tag Mission parties range from $199-$279 and includes a party room, two missions per play and 10 tokens per player for redemption. For $149, the Bounce Party gets you a party room for 90 minutes, one hour of play on the inflatables and other extras. It’s game on with the Arcade package ($149)–each player receives 30 tokens for games with redemption opportunities. Every package includes 10 cupcakes. Add-ons, like pizza and soda, are also available.

Rolling Thunder Skating & Family Fun Center 2225 Keith Parkway. 419-422-7227. rollingthunder-findlay.com

Roll on over to this rink for multiple birthday packages to choose from. For $235 (up to 10 children) The Birthday Bonanza package includes fully decorated tables, soft drinks, a homemade cake, skate rental and admission plus party favors. Check out the website for other deals and packages. Available times: Saturday and Sundays 1-4pm

The Cube 3430 N Main St. 419-424-7176. Findlayohio.com

Plan a party that everyone will remember, hosted at an ice skating rink. The Cube’s party package includes a party room, which you can decorate, skate rental for ten people, three pizzas, and three pitchers of soda. Bring your own cake and ice cream. Available times: 1-2:50pm on Saturdays and 3-4:50pm on Sundays. $125.

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Gardening for Pleasure

Marilynn Beltz shares her gardening expertise By Laurie Pressel

Marilynn Beltz started gardening as a little girl alongside her mother and she hasn’t stopped since. Today, she shares decades of her gardening expertise with the Findlay community as an active volunteer. Gardening is both a relaxing and a challenging avocation for Marilynn. She enjoys the simple pleasure of working in nature with the sun on her back and her hands in the dirt. Yet she also appreciates the challenge of trying to grow new plants and keeping her garden thriving in Northwest Ohio weather. Tending a variety of plants Marilynn’s three-quarter acre city plot resembles a cottage garden. In the height of summer, her beds and borders are packed with an assortment of annuals, perennials and vegetables that explode in a riot of colors and scents. “I dabble in everything,”Marilynn explains. “When I acquire a new plant, I walk around the garden and look for an open space to put it. Nothing is coordinated in my garden, I just do it!” Indoors, Marilynn turned her porch into a four-season room so she could bring tender plants in from the garden during the winter months. She also tends to a cockatiel, a rescue Chihuahua

mix and more than two dozen houseplants. “Whenever a plant needs a home, I’m willing to take it,” she said. Devoting time to volunteer work When she retired in 2003 after a 38-year career as a nurse at Blanchard Valley Hospital, Marilynn began devoting more time and energy to volunteer work. She became a Hancock County Master Gardener through the Ohio State University Extension and took on an active role in the Men’s and Women’s Garden Club. Every year, Marilynn plays a key role in setting up and volunteering at the master gardener educational booth at the Hancock County Fair. She also helps children who are registering pumpkins and sunflowers in the county fair, and she oversees the judging of these categories. At Findlay’s Community Garden, she fields questions from novice gardeners and helps to plant, weed and harvest the plot maintained by the Master Gardeners. Last year, the Master Gardener plot produced 6,300 pounds of produce that was donated to local food banks to help families in need. In the winter, Marilynn coordinates the highly popular wreathmaking classes sponsored by the Master

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Gardeners. These classes, which take place at the Findlay-Hancock County Public Library and local churches, teach people how to make a holiday wreath using fresh greens.

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Beautifying the community Marilynn also helps to maintain the beautiful Triangle Garden located at the intersection of Tiffin Ave. and Fostoria Ave. Previously, the site was a dumping ground filled with rocks and trash that people threw out their car windows. Now, thanks to the Men’s and Women’s Garden Club, the roadway plot is filled with luscious flowering plants from spring through fall. Marilynn meets fellow garden club members at the Triangle Garden every Thursday morning to plant, weed and water. Afterwards, the volunteers socialize over coffee and doughnuts at the nearby Fort Findlay Coffee & Doughnut Shoppe. “I’m a people pleaser,” says Marilynn.

“I always appreciate it when we are out working in the Triangle Garden and people drive by and shout out compliments.” Marilynn typically spends 30 to 40 hours a week gardening. However, she encourages everyone—even those who only have a few minutes a day to spare— to grow something. “You get a lot of pleasure watching something grow and bloom,” she says. “Take time to enjoy those simple things. Stop and smell the roses.”

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Alexandria’s / La Vista 132 E. Crawford St. 419-424-5750. alexandriasfindlay.com

Hull’s Trace Winery 105 E. Liberty St., Arlington. 419-365-4100. hullstrace.com The short trek to Arlington is worth it when you experience the delights of Hull’s Trace Winery. Their patio is actually called a Wine Garden and is sure to help you unwind and relax. Enjoy the sensual culinary delights of antipasti style boards that include locally sourced cheeses, meats, dried fruits, jams and chocolate that are perfect for sharing on a romantic night out. Choose from an eclectic and interesting variety of signature wines from some of Ohio’s most amazing and unique vineyards and wineries as well as selections from around the world.

Dine al fresco European style or escape to the tropical rooftop tiki bar known as La Vista. Known for its craft beers and great food, Alexandria’s features three bars in one building. La Vista boasts panoramic views of downtown Findlay and specializes in an island atmosphere complete with island inspired cocktails as well as Mexican beer and a select menu which includes fish tacos and smoked chicken nachos! Escape from the mundane and have a night of fun and romance sipping Pina Coladas under the stars and then hit the dance floor and enjoy their live music every weekend.

Gathering Wine 235 S. Main St. 567-525-3235. findlaygathering.com Feel the stress of the day melt away when you enter The Gathering’s colorful and pretty patio. Known as the best kept patio secret in Findlay, Gathering Wine has everything you need to enjoy a romantic escape. Choose from over seventeen different wines on tap or select a special bottle from their extensive selection while still enjoying dishes off The Gathering’s menu. The brightly colored chairs and the ambience of Findlay’s best murals will lighten and brighten your mood. After dark, dazzling strings of twinkle lights sparkle in the night sky creating an intimate atmosphere that will make any date night special.

Gillig’s Winery Greek Garden 321 S. Main St. 419-422-0808. thegreekgarden.com Located in the heart of downtown Findlay, the alley that features the Greek Garden outdoor dining experience has long been a local favorite. Enjoy a little people watching as you sip wine and indulge in classic Greek food with generous portions at a reasonable price. They often have live music inside and outside, and the newly renovated patio boasts huge tables, an outdoor bar and gorgeous plants for a real garden atmosphere. Choose this fun spot in the summer months to drink wine, eat some delicious food, listen to live music and just chill with the one you love.

327 S. Main St. 419-777-5088. findlayfireside.com Kick back, relax and enjoy ridiculously good pizza and amazing antipastos at one of Findlay’s newer restaurants with charming patio dining in the heart of downtown Findlay. Enjoy a great selection of craft beers on tap or the drink special of the day. A fun place to meet your better half after work for Happy Hour or an evening of casual dining as a couple or with friends. And don’t forget the cannoli!

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1801 Broad Ave. 419-429-1900. finsseafoodandgrille.com Whenever there is voting for the best patio in Findlay, Fin’s Seafood & Grille is always at the top of the list! Elegant, sophisticated and with a divine menu of seafood classics, Fin’s is the best of both outdoor dining and gourmet delights.

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Wine and romance go together and though sitting out on the grassy front lawn of Gillig’s isn’t exactly a patio, it’s still a special experience. What a great way to relax and enjoy some great wine and unwind under the stars. Then head inside to enjoy some live music or any number of fun events. There is always something fun to do at Gillig’s!

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La Charrita: Something for Everyone

LA CHARRITA

3210 North Main St., Findlay 419-422-TACO (8226) Hours: Monday-Thursday 11am-9pm (Happy Hour 3-6pm), Friday 11am10pm (Happy Hour 3-5pm), Saturday: 12–10pm (Happy Hour 3-5pm), Sunday: 11:30am-9pm LaCharritaFindlay.com “La Charrita Findlay” on Facebook

Fresh, bold flavors

By Betsey Watson Mascaro The children’s menu includes familiar favorites like chicken fingers along with kid-friendly Mexican cuisine (including our kids’ beloved cheese quesadilla). One note: the menu online is dramatically smaller than the inperson restaurant menu which includes a range of well-priced lunch specials plus countless additional dishes! Finally, after our attentive server brought our drinks and a refill basket of chips, Jeremy settled on Pollo con Crema and a tamale while I opted for the Burrito Embuelto with chicken. As more diners arrived, I noticed that some guests were regulars - the mark of a great restaurant! All the while, servers passed by loaded with plates of food. More than once the kids remarked about the sizzling fajitas at another table, filling the air with delicious smells. La Charrita offers a full bar, which is separate from the dining area, and a party room for up to 40 guests.

While Findlay has no shortage of Mexican restaurants, off the beaten path up on North Main is La Charrita. Over the years, we’ve dined there many times, most recently on a Monday evening. When we arrived, tables full of diners dotted the dining room and the hostess sat us at a (clean!) booth with a supply of chips and salsa, which passed my high standards - fresh flavor and a little kick of spice. My kids, me and even my husband (who eschews chunky sauces) loves it. Paired with warm, crisp nottoo-salty chips, we were in our way to Mexican food heaven. Full bellies assured As we looked over the menu, our son asked for “the cheesy tortilla thing” (aka a quesadilla) with rice and beans on the side. In between chips, the girls announced that they wanted the same thing. And, with that, went back to eating chips and salsa. My husband, Jeremy, and I spent a long time reviewing the large menu. Thankfully, as a guide, the menu is divided into sections such as seafood, pork and even, an under-400 calorie listing. Familiar Mexican favorites like tacos, burritos, enchiladas, quesadillas and fajitas are offered ala carte, as part of a combo and with or without meat. For those looking for more authentic Mexican food, La Charrita offers several versions of mole.

Fresh flavors and empty plates After a visit to the restroom, the table was filled with plates of hot food. Leland, our 4 year old, had devoured his

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quesadilla and was working on the rice and beans. The girls’ quesadillas, golden-brown crispy on the outside with ooey-gooey cheese on the inside, also ate their entire quesadilla along with varying amounts of rice and beans. Jeremy enjoyed his Pollo con Crema – chicken sautéed in a tangy, creamy sauce with three kinds of peppers. When I sampled it, I instantly loved the flavor but – WOWZA – my lips were burning! Jeremy declared his tamale “the best he’d ever eaten in a restaurant” (high praise from a guy who regularly enjoys homemade tamales from a friend’s Mexican grandmother!). We ordered a side of guacamole for the table and enjoyed the smooth, creamy flavor punctuated by fresh onion and cilantro. My Burrito Embuelto arrived smothered in a white cheese sauce. I enjoyed the crisp lettuce and fresh guacamole flavor that balanced the creamy sauce, and found the whole dish only improved with the addition of the tangy salsa. Delicious from start to finish Despite being full, I enjoyed bites of two traditional desserts – sopapillas, with ice cream, and flan. The smooth, sweet creaminess of the flan, a Mexican custard, was quite different than the

sopapillas, light, crispy bits of deliciousness, either alone or “dipped” into the vanilla ice cream. La Charrita provided an amazing dining experience that included the hallmarks of good family dining: a clean, fun restaurant, quick and friendly service and delicious food. But what makes it a family favorite is that we can enjoy a familiar dish or follow the menu to new territories of flavor.

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1 TUESDAY Children’s Book Week - To celebrate the special week, the Museum offers storytime everyday for preschoolers. 10:3011am. Mazza Museum, 201 College St. 419-434-4560. mazzamuseum.org Free Beginner Yoga Classes - Join class leader Erin Teegardin in this fitness experience with different focuses each class every Tuesday of the month. May 1 with chest and upper back, May 8 with core strength/ twisting flow, May 15 with hips, hamstrings and low back, May 22 with full body deep stretch, and May 29 with gentle warrior flow. For ages 10+. $7/ class, $40/all classes. 7-8pm. Camp Fire Northwest Ohio, 305 W. Hardin St. 419-422-5415. campfirenwohio.com

2 WEDNESDAY Teen Board Game Club - Teens in 6th-12th grade enjoy a fun evening of “teen only” gaming hosted by the LIbrary Youth Advisory Board. 6-7pm. FindlayHancock County Public Library, 206 Broadway. 419-422-1712. findlaylibrary.org Free

3 THURSDAY Special Needs Planning - Caregivers and parents of children and young adults with special needs, bring your questions and concerns as attorneys Logan Philipps and Ryan Welker of Resch, Root & Philipps LLC present information on guardianship, powers of attorney, special needs trusts, Medicaid waivers and other topics. Registration required. 6-8pm. Millstream Career Center, 1150 Broad Ave. 419-425-8277. millstreamcc.org Free Backpackin’ Babies-Nature Textures - Bring your infants up to 18 months in a backpack, front pack, stroller, or just by carrying and explore the nature and textures along the trails along with fingerplays, stories and puppets. 5pm. Mercy Community Nature Preserve, 99 St. Lawrence Dr., Tiffin. 419-435-3915. senecacountyparks.com Free

4 FRIDAY Sensory Explorers - Toddlers and preschoolers accompanied by an adult explore sensory, colors, shapes while following direction and more during this painting class. Registration required. $10. 10:30-11:30am and 1-2pm. Awakening Minds Art Studio, 515 S. Main St. 419-302-3892. awakeningmindsart.org Spring ArtWalk - Stop by participating galleries including Awakening Minds, Findlay Art League, Marathon Center for the Performing Arts, Jones Building Arts Studios and Kan Du Studio, shop from local merchants, see art displays and demonstrations, and sink your teeth into cuisine served by the restaurants. 5-9pm. Downtown Findlay. 419-422-4624. artspartnership.com Free

Bluffton Arts & Crafts Festival Saturday, May 12

May the Fourth be with You! Meet at the library with Kaubisch Youth Services to travel to a galaxy far, far away by making Star Wars themed crafts. 6pm. Kaubisch Memorial Public Library, 205 Perry St., Fostoria. 419-435-2813. fostoria.lib.oh.us Free Homeschoolers: Bird Migration Learn about where migrating birds are going, how the park plays a role, and what species you might see before heading out to the field. Register in advance. 10-11:30am. Bradner Preserve Meeting Room, 11491 Fostoria Rd., Bradner. 419-353-1897. reservations. woodcountyparkdistrict.org Free

One of the longest-running arts & crafts shows in the state, thisis great event for both vendors and shoppers— and for picking up a perfect Mother’s Day gift. Booths on Main Street showcases vendors, local businesses and the village’s historical ambience. Hosted by the Bluffton Area Chamber of Commerce, this street fair features crafts, antiques, gardening items, concessions, activities and entertainment!

9am-3pm, Main St., Bluffton, 419-369-2985, explorebluffton.com

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Pawsible Angels Fundraiser Featuring Nashville Crush Saturday, May 26

Need a night out and want to do some good? Head to this annual fundraiser benefiting Pawsible Angels, an organization that trains therapy and service dogs. Enjoy dinner, live and silent auctions, plus live music from local favorite Nashville Crush. 6pm silent auction and dinner. 8pm music. Tickets are $15 for dinner and music or just $10 to enjoy the show. 6pm, Venue 18, 11295 Ohio 18, Fostoria, “Pawsible Angels” on Facebook

22nd Annual Fish Festival Young anglers can try their luck fishing for trout provided by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources Fisheries Division. For ages 4-15 with an adult. 8-11am. Riverbend Recreation Area, 16618 Township Rd. 208. 419-425-7275. hancockparks.com Free 2018 Bicycle Rodeo - Findlay Police Department will teach area youth in 1st to 6th grades about safe cycling and the sport with obstacle courses, helmet fittings, bike inspections, bike licensing, and safety lessons. Enjoy prizes and food, too! 10am1pm. Marathon Center for the Performing Arts, 200 W. Main Cross St. 419-423-2787. marathoncenterarts.org Free Free Child I.D.s - A representative from Western & Southern will be offering child I.D.s so they receive an up-to-date record of your child’s fingerprint, photo, and personal information for safety and emergency. 11am-12:30pm. Children’s Museum of Findlay, 1800 Tiffin Ave. Suite 201. 567-250-9616. cmfindlay.com Free Free Comic Book Day - Celebrate this special day and the world of comics by creating your own comic strip! 10am-1pm. Kaubisch Memorial Public Library, 205 Perry St., Fostoria. 419-435-2813. fostoria.lib.oh.us Free Heritage Farm Demo - Stop by to see the staff and volunteers in action working on the farm. 1-5pm. Carter Historic Farm, 18331 Carter Rd., Bowling Green. 419-353-1897. wcparks.org Free Family Fun Event: Awesome Amphibians - Learn everything about frogs, toads, and salamanders from their diets to their habitats with amphibian related activities both inside the nature preserve and outside. 11am-5pm. Garlo Heritage Nature Preserve, S. 6777 OH-19, Bloomville. 419-435-3915. senecacountyparks.com Free

Historic Homes Tour Sunday, May 13

The Historic Homes Tour has been a springtime favorite for more than 30 years. This year will showcase the area’s beautiful, historic architecture. The diverse architectural styles of six homes, dating from 1849-1927, will be highlighted on Sunday’s tour. Cost: $15 presale or $20 day-of at the Hancock Historical Museum.

11am-4pm, Hancock Historical Museum, 422 W. Sandusky St., 419-423-4433, hancockhistoricalmuseum.org

6 SUNDAY Anything Goes Play - Join the Fort Findlay Playhouse for their performance of the classic musical. The theatre will be filled with music, romance, and laughs. $15. 5pm. Fort Findlay Playhouse, 300 W. Sandusky St. 419-423-7168. fortfindlayplayhouse.org Poppy Flowerpot Workshop Craft with Princess Poppy from the “Trolls” movie making flower pots. Supplies and flowers provided. $20/child, free/adults. 3-4pm. Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, 1031 Interstate Ct. 740-973-2535. squareup.com/store/party-with-a-princess

City Mission of Findlay’s 4th Annual Golf Outing Friday, May 18

The organization’s yearly fundraiser provides a great chance to win prizes, plus meet Mission staff, volunteers, and community members. Team registration is $300, Mulligans are $20/team, Hillcrest Membership Raffle is $10/each and 50/50 tickets are $5/each. Price includes complimentary lunch, hot dogs at the turn, water and pop. Registration and sponsorship deadlines are May 11.

8am-2pm, Hillcrest Golf Club, 800 W. Bigelow Ave., 419-423-9151, findlaymission.org

7 MONDAY Wee Ones: Great Blue Herons - Youngsters aged 3 and under with an adult can learn with a story and crafts about Great Blue Herons, what they eat, and why their beak shape helps them survive. 10-11am and 1-2pm. Oakwood Nature Preserve Discovery Center, 1400 Oakwoods Ln. 419-425-7275. hancockparks.com Free

8 TUESDAY Mentoring Moments-Mentors Rock - Stop in at this Open House to learn about Children’s Mentoring Connection and be a part of their rock painting campaign, painting messages or pictures on a rock and spreading them around town. 4:30-6pm. Children’s Mentoring Connection of Hancock County, 305 E. Lincoln St. 419-424-9752. hancockmentors.org Free Continued on p. 22

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Continued from p. 21 Lego Party - Meet with other parents and their little ones for a fun time playing and building with Legos. 4-5pm. Also 2-3pm Tuesday, May 29. Kaubisch Memorial Public Library, 205 Perry St., Fostoria. 419-435-2813. fostoria.lib.oh.us Free

9 WEDNESDAY All Abilities Day - This is a sensory friendly event full of interactive, hands on play for children of all abilities. $3/child, free/adults. 4:30-6pm. Children’s Museum of Findlay, 1800 Tiffin Ave. 567-250-9616. cmfindlay.com Toddler Trot-Springtime - Walk the short trail with your little ones 18 to 36 months old while looking for signs of spring. 4:30pm. Garlo Heritage Nature Preserve, S. 6777 OH-19, Bloomville. 419-435-3915. senecacountyparks.com Free

10 THURSDAY Preschool Pals-Wonderful Wiggly Worms - Ages 3-5 years old learn about worms while exploring the pathway and look under logs outdoors. 5pm. Tiffin University Nature Preserve, 155 Miami St., Tiffin. 419-435-3915. senecacountyparks.com Free

11 FRIDAY

Drop & Date - Drop your kids aged 4-13 off at the studio for an evening of fun with arts and crafts and socialization. Every Friday through the month of May. $10. 6-8pm. Awakening Minds Art, 515 S. Main St. 419-302-3892. amakeningmindsart.org

12 SATURDAY Aiming for Archery - Participants will learn how to properly stand, hold and shoot a bow with a certified archery instructor. Register by 4pm Friday, May 11. $10. 8:30-10am for ages 15-adult, 10:30am-noon for ages 9-14. Oakwoods Nature Preserve, 1400 Oakwoods Ln. 419-425-7275. hancockparks.com Rutherford B. Hayes Kid’s Day - Children up to 12 years old are invited to explore the crafts, art, and games at the Museum. $1-$7.50. 9am5pm. Rutherford B. Hayes Museum, Spiegel Grove, Fremont. 419-332-2081. rbhayes.org Mother’s Day Brunch - Celebrate Mom with a light brunch provided by Camp Fire and special crafts for kids. Angel Hands Massage Therapy will offer free chair massages for Mom. $5/Mom + one, $2/additional guest. 10am-noon. Camp Fire Northwest Ohio, 305 Hardin St. 419-422-5415. campfirenwohio.com

Homeschoolers: Stream Study - Learn the different ways to test water quality and conduct a survey of the Portage River. Register in advance. 2-3:30pm. William Henry Harrison Park, 644 Bierly Ave., Pemberville. 419-353-1897. reservations. woodcountyparkdistrict.org Free Mommy and Me Yoga - Bond with your child in this yoga class learning to support, balance, and encourage each other through breath and poses. $20/ child, $20/parent. 3-4pm. Downtown Yoga, 219 S. Main St. 567-429-1878. downtownyoga.net

13 SUNDAY Mother’s Day Brunch at the Garden - Celebrate mother’s while enjoying a delicious brunch featuring a cash bar, Bloody Mary’s and $12 bottomless mimosas. Space is limited, reserve in advance. $18/adults, $6.99/children 12 and under, free/children under 3 years. 11am-1pm. Hilton Garden Inn Findlay, 1050 Interstate Dr. 567-250-2525. findlay.hgi.com

14 MONDAY Young Adventurers-Pond-ering Science - Ages 6-12 years old should dress for the weather as they will explore the vernal pools, wetlands and creek to discover what science lives there and why. 6pm. Tiffin University Nature Preserve, 155 Miami St., Tiffin. 419-435-3915. senecacountyparks.com Free

15 TUESDAY Teen Movie Night - Teens get together to watch the movie “Black Panther“. 5:308pm. Findlay Hancock County Public Library, 206 Broadway. 419-422-1712. findlaylibrary.org Free

17 THURSDAY Cast Iron Cooking - Try cast iron cooking as you prepare a delicious dessert over the open fire, and learn about care for and handling of the cookware. 5pm. Garlo Heritage Nature Preserve, S. 6777 OH-19, Bloomville. 419-435-3915. senecacountyparks.com Free Meteor Showers - Learn about the meteor showers that are visible in our part of the world and what showers can be seen throughout the summer. Register by 4pm Thursday, May 17. 6-7:30pm. Oakwoods Nature Preserve, 1400 Oakwoods Ln. 419-425-7275. hancockparks.com Free

18 FRIDAY Friends of the Library Book Sale - Check out what books are available and get reading! Friends of the Library is a volunteer, non-profit organization supporting the Library and its relationship to the community, as well as developing activities and special programs, and encouraging reading. Book prices vary. 10am-5pm. Also 10am-3pm Saturday, May 19. Preview sale for Friends Members 6:30-8:30pm Thursday, May 17. Findlay-Hancock County Public Library, 206 Broadway St. 419-424-7051. findlaylibrary.org National Adoption Weekend - Looking to add to the family? Stop by the store to find your new furry companion while supporting local animal welfare organizations. Adoption fees vary. 9am-9pm Friday and Saturday, May 19, 10am-7pm Sunday, May 20. PetSmart, 2330 Tiffin Ave. 419-423-6869. petsmart.com

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SuccessBound - This event brings schools, businesses, students, families and communities together to help students find their passions and career paths, while helping Ohio build a qualified and dynamic future workforce. $25. 8am-3:30pm. Marathon Center for the Performing Arts, 200 W. Main Cross St. 419-423-2787. education.ohio.gov

Teen Homeschool Hangout - Teens gather for different activities centered around science and nature. For ages 12-19. Register by 8am day of. $3. 1:30-3pm. Oakwoods Nature Preserve Discovery Center, 1400 Oakwoods Ln. 419-425-7275. hancockparks.com

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Crossway Youth Ministries Lock-In - Youth in grades 6-12 stay up all night with games, food, music, movies, competitions and many more engaging group activities. 5pm-10am Saturday, May 19. Crossway Youth Ministries, 2321 N. Main St. facebook.com/crosswayonfire Free On Behalf of Youth Award Luncheon - Camp Fire will present the “On Behalf of Youth Award” to seven middle school youth who have shown commitment to their personal growth, family and community and one adult who is committed to youth empowerment. $35. 11:30am-1pm. Camp Fire Northwest Ohio, 305 W. Hardin St. 419-422-5415. campfirenwohio.com

19 SATURDAY Color Me Happy 5k - Join other families and friends who have fundraised when they gather for a full day of activities which include entertainment, zumba, games, and sharing successes in people’s journeys with mental illness. $10-$40. 9am-3pm. Riverside Park, 231 McManness Ave. 419-425-5988. namiofhandcock.org Stargazing - Join the Toledo Astronomical Association looking at stars, nebula and more in the night sky. Feel free to bring a blanket and chair. 9-10:30pm. Beaver Creek Preserve, 23028 Long Judson Rd., Grand Rapids. 419-535-8775. wcparks.org Free Foster Care and Adoption Information Night - If you’re interested in fostering or adopting, meet with agencies, advocates, and foster and adoptive families to learn more about it. Learn other ways you can help children in need, too. 5-8pm. Winebrenner Seminary, 9 50 N. Main St. 419-434-4200. hopeforloveministries.org Free

21 MONDAY Discovery Stories: Red-tailed Hawks - Kids aged 3-5 with an adult will learn about the park’s largest hawk with a story, craft and activities. 10-11am and 1-2pm. Oakwoods Nature Preserve Discovery Center, 1400 Oakwoods Ln. 419-425-7275. hancockparks.com Free

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Tuesdays Lego Play - Meet up at the Library with other little ones and their parents for a fun afternoon playing with Legos. 3pm. North Baltimore Public Library, 230 N. Main St., North Baltimore. 419-257-3621. nbpubliclibrary.org Free Children’s Evening Painting Class - Children create their own painting following a step by step process led by instructors. $10. 5:30pm. Awakening Minds Art Studio, 515 S. Main St. 419-302-3892. awakeningmindsart.org

Wednesdays Open Gym for Little Ones Preschool ages and younger kids of any ability enhance physical, emotional, and social development though unstructured indoor play. 9-10:30am. Trinity Lutheran Church, 935 W. Bigelow Ave. 419-721-9087. trinityfindlay.org

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Wednesdays and Fridays Baby Story Time - Meet inside the Early Literacy Center for stories, songs, rhymes and other activities. For babies and toddlers through 36 months old. 9:45-10:15am. Findlay-Hancock County Public Library, 206 Broadway. 419-422-1712. findlaylibrary.org Free

Wednesdays and Saturdays Tinkergarten - These play-based outdoor classes help develop core life skills such as memory, selfregulation, oral language abilities, social skills and success in school for children 18 months to 8 years old. $15-$17. 10-11:15am. Oakwoods Nature Preserve, 1400 Oakwoods Ln. 413-397-2800. tinkergarten.com

The Incredible World of Holes! Children aged 12-17 will join a naturalist in discovering all the different holes that can be found in a forest. Dress for the weather. 5pm. Steyer Nature Preserve, 5901 N. County R. 33, Tiffin. 419-435-3915. senecacountyparks.com Free

23 WEDNESDAY Un-Natural Hike - Walk the trails in search of “unnatural” things. 6pm. Bowen Nature Preserve, 11891 E. County Rd. 24, Republic. 419-435-3915. senecacountyparks.com Free

26 SATURDAY Game Night - Gather with friends and family and bring a game to enjoy with everyone. 8-10pm. Coffee Amici, 328 S. Main St. 419-423-7957. coffeeamici.com Free

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