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Staff Publisher/Editor in chief Collette Jacobs cjacobs@adamsstreetpublishing.com Co-publisher/CHief Financial Officer Mark jacobs mjacobs@adamsstreetpublishing.com Editorial Editor PAT NOWAK pnowak@adamsstreetpublishing.com Calendar Editor Marisa Rubin mrubin@adamsstreetpublishing.com Staff Writer athena cocoves athena@adamsstreetpublishing.com CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Pamela Crabtree, Stephen Roberts, Christine Holliday Administration Accounting Robin Armstrong rarmstrong@adamsstreetpublishing.com

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Sharon Kornowa sharoncitypaper@gmail.com Sam Rotroff srotroff@adamsstreetpublishing.com BONNIE HUNTER bhunter@adamsstreetpublishing.com Sales Coordinator JEN LEACH sales@adamsstreetpublishing.com art & Production IMANI LATEEF imani@adamsstreetpublishing.com leah foley leah@adamsstreetpublishing.com Ashley Crapsey acrapsey@adamsstreetpublishing.com ANITA TIPTON prodintern@adamsstreetpublishing.com Digital Media SAUL JACOBS saul@adamsstreetpublishing.com

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WITH Kellie Holeman-Szenderski

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Hair Trends

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Editor’s Note From Me to You

Spring has sprung!

Can you see the changes? Buds bursting, tulips and daffodils peeking out; clearly spring is here. The season always brings a smile as we make plans for our spring and summer excitement.

What better way to make an appearance this spring than with a new hair style. We visited with five of the top stylists in the area to get their thoughts on trends, color and how to look younger. Are you looking at volunteer opportunities - we have just the ticket - many auxiliaries and clubs can use a helping hand and you can have fun while participating.

Our health column explores Alzheimer’s and how it affects not only the patient but the caregiver and we introduce you to the University of Toledo’s Center for Health and Successful Living and Center for Successful Aging - both centers studying aging and life circumstances.

Restaurant Confidential takes us to POP Grille, a newer restaurant on the scene, but one that boasts of 1980 prices and we visit with Kellie Holeman-Szenderski in MProfiles.

Our MHome is in the heart of downtown Toledo as we take a peek at a loft living.

The days are longer so make sure you take a walk in the park or call a friend to share a glass of wine on a restaurant patio to make the best of these spring moments. As always your thoughts are appreciated so please email me at pnowak@adamsstreetpublishing.com

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Plant a Free-Range Herb Patch There are several different herbs that grow almost without effort: basil, oregano, chives, mint, parsley, and thyme.

Purchase a packet of seeds and sprinkle them on the ground in the early spring, working them into the soil so that they are just below the surface.

In a few weeks, those herbs will emerge and be ready for cutting. You will end up with a large bounty of herbs. Since most herbs are perennials, they’ll come back year after year and you will enjoy herbs from the same spot.

Buy Stationery on Sale then Pre-Address and Pre-Stamp Them You see blank stationery for sale with a variety This is the time to make a purchase and keep them on hand for when you need that special card or note.

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Sunshine Communities Therapeutic Pool Reopens to Public A uniquely warm and handicapaccessible pool will reopen, offering recreation and exercise for adults with arthritis, swimming lessons for children and a place to play for any age.

The pool, which is open to the public each weekday and on Sundays, also provides therapy space and recreation time for individuals supported by Sunshine, a non-profit that since 1950 has offered programming for those with developmental disabilities.

The therapeutic pool at Sunshine Communities is routinely heated to about 93 degrees - warmer than most other pools, according to aquatics supervisor Chris Ballard. Warm water helps to relax muscles, making stretching and cardio exercises easier while the buoyancy created by the water eases impact on weightbearing joints. Additionally, the pool is equipped with two submersible chairlifts, allowing users to be gently lowered into the water.

For more information - Chris Ballard at 419-865-0251, ext. 3511 www.sunshine.org

The American Red Cross of Northwest Ohio Celebrates 100 Years One hundred years ago, a group of community leaders gathered at the Produce Exchange Building with the intent of forming a local chapter of the American Red Cross. On July 7th, 1916 a formal charter was obtained from the National Red Cross..

Rachel Hepner-Zawodny, Executive Director, states that “in 2016, the Northwest Ohio Chapter of the American Red Cross celebrates its 100th birthday. From volunteer recognition events to a gala concert, and events to honor veterans, 2016 will offer opportunities for the entire community to celebrate the contributions the American Red Cross these past 100 years.”

The April program will be “Preparing for the Next Generation” presented by the Auto Dealers United for Kids and Promedica will be offering Blood Services in May. A Centennial concert will be presented

by Hollywood Casino in June.

For more information about the schedule of events for the year redcross.org/local/oh/toledo

OHIOana Book Festival To Be Held on April 23 The 10th Ohioana Book Festival invites everyone to join them at the Sheraton Columbus at Capitol Square on Saturday, April 23 from 10 am to 4:30 pm for a FREE fun filled day with more than 120 Ohio writers, panel discussions, special activities for children and teens, a book fair and more. The first event drew 600 people while this year the events hopes to attract 4,000.

One of the featured authors has NW Ohio connections; historian and Dayton area native Douglas Brinkley. Born in Georgia, Brinkley moved with his family to NW Ohio when he was eight years old. His father was a personnel manager for Owens-Illinois; his mother taught English at Perrysburg High School. As a teenager, Brinkley delivered the Toledo Blade then went on to earn degrees from The Ohio State University and Georgetown University.

Brinkley, one of the nation’s most prolific historians was dubbed by The Chicago Tribune as “America’s new past master.” He is a professor of history at Rice University, the CNN Presidential Historian, and a contributing editor at Vanity Fair and Audubon. His recent book, Cronkite, won the Sperber Prize for Best Book in Journalism and was a Washington Post Notable Book of the Year.

The Great Deluge won the Robert F. Kennedy Book Award. His newest book is Rightful Heritage: Franklin D. Roosevelt and the Land of America.

OHIOana will be held April 23 - information: ohioana.org

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Career Achievement Award - Dr. Blair Grubb Dr. Blair Grubb, a Distinguished University Professor of Medicine and Pediatrics at the University of Toledo Medical Center has been presented with the Career Achievement Award - the highest faculty honor the College of Medicine bestows. The award recognizes individuals with an outstanding career of continuing contribution to medical research as well as a sustained record of excellence in both teaching and medical practice.

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Cincinnati native and 1983 Bowling Green graduate, Kellie started her professional career in Toledo, Ohio at Fahlgren Advertising (formerly Fahlgren & Ferris) as an Account Executive. In 1985, her career path shifted to McDonald’s Corporation where she worked as a Regional Marketing Supervisor, for 7 years.

For the last 25 years, she has enjoyed a media sales career at iHeartMedia Toledo, serving as Area President for 33 radio stations. Kellie, married to Kevin for 30 years, has two children, Morgan 27 and Jacob 25.

Where do you call home? I

grew up in Cincinnati for most of my childhood, but Toledo is definitely home now.

What was your first job?

McDonald’s and years later I ended up working for the corporation in a marketing position - what a great company to work for. They had a huge influence on my work ethic.

What health or lifestyle tips do you support? I’m a big believer

that work/life balance makes for a very happy life. I’ve been married to Kevin for 30 years and although we’ve both been entrenched in our careers for our entire marriage, we always make time for each other, and we April 2016

raised two wonderful children. Along with a very healthy diet, daily exercise and an active lifestyle.

Your biggest self-indulgence?

Red wine, dark chocolate, travel and spa services!

I have always wanted to ...?

Own a radio station and write a book.

What trait do you admire in others? Organization.

Communication. Confidence.

Something most people don’t know about you? I’m direction-

ally and time zone challenged.

Four of Nation’s Best Senior Living Homes in Toledo For the third year Senior Advisor.com has released its Best of Senior Awards.

For families struggling with the decision to move a loved one into assisted living, these awards can help. Toledo we can lay claim to four of the nation’s best senior living options. That means local families don’t have to settle, you can aim high and expect quality living for your loved one when they make the move. Winners are: Parkcliffe , West Park Place, Alexis Gardens, Genesis Village

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Words you live by? There’s

always a solution. When you have a bad day, the next day is always better!

When you make a mistake, take ownership.

Your proudest accomplishment?

My career and raising an amazing family.

Person you most respect?

Too many individual people to name, but anybody that works hard, cares about people and doesn’t act entitled.

Hard work solves a lot of problems.

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Funeral Service Research Group surveys more than 80,000 individuals who experience the loss of a loved one. Walker ranked near the top of the more than 95 elite rated funeral homes surveyed during 2015.

Walker earned “excellent” ratings for Overall Satisfaction from 97.25% of the customers,ranking Walker #2 of all the firms surveyed by FSRG.

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Your Hair's FOUNTAIN of YOUTH

by Pat Nowak

R e v e S a l o n a n d S pa 5633 Main St, Sylvania. 419-885-1140. revesalonandspa.com

How did you get your start?

I began my career in cosmetology at Sylvania Northview High School. In 1987, I opened Reve (“reve” means “dream” in French) at 4024 North Holland-Sylvania Road and I struggled to accommodate my clients. After 12 years, I relocated Reve to Main Street in downtown Sylvania. Today, the building on Main Street is a hive of hip and warm service and the result is a light, bright, five-story salon and spa that includes room for 20 cutting stations, a central color bar, eight pedicure spas and six nail booths.

WigMans owner

Carmen Wigmans - If you color, always color because if you decide to go gray you must ask yourself ‘can I pull this dramatic look off’? Going gray means that the hairstyle may need to be short to make the look vibrant.

What are the hair trends for 2016?

Currently, hair color is more natural with multi-shading— deeper color at the roots and lighter at the ends. Stylists apply color and use depth and tone to achieve an overall soft shading that enhances a woman’s natural beauty. Hair is short this season and women are going shorter and shorter. Ombre and chunky colors are out.

How important are products?

When you visit a salon your stylist uses products that work for your own personal texture, color and style. When you purchase products at a drugstore or supermarket, they are made for the general public and you have no idea if the formulation is going to work as well for your hair as products from the salon.

Remember the line from the rock musical “Hair”, “Give me a head with hair, long, beautiful hair?” Well, the request is still relevant for women of all ages. The 70’s found us the “Dorothy Hamill” natural blow dry look. From there we had the “Toni Tennille,” the Farrah Fawcett, the “Rachel” (made popular in the 90’s

by Jennifer Aniston on Friends) and, of course, the Victoria Beckham inverted bob of the 2000’s.

Your hairsytyle and how to make it stand out is a never ending quest to look young and current. To learn about hair trends for 2016, we sought out some NW Ohio top hairstylists to get their ‘trend report’.

Most agree, hair is the first thing people notice, while everyone’s hair is different— embrace it and all of the wonderful (and sometimes not-so-wonderful) attributes.

Janice Edinger - Hair ages just like you and to keep your hair looking healthy you need to use the right products.

Edinger owner

How did you get you start? I started at Lion’s Store and had a wonderful mentor Phil Fennel who taught me the importance of education to keep up to date and to continue to learn throughout your career.

What are the hair trends for 2016 - 2016 is a time that so many different things are in play for your hair. Hair styles are now categorized as organic, contemporary, street, and couture. Each woman can find a unique style that is attractive and great for her lifestyle.

Color for longer hair features adding dimension, usually lighter, around the face and ends. When you experiment with color it does not always mean choosing blonde. It is most important to compliment the skin tone, complexion and eyes when choosing color.

How important are products? Know what you once had is not as great as it was and sometimes,impossible. Hair ages just as skin and you have to do more to keep the hair looking good and healthy. The right products are vital to keep your hair looking spectacular.

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At t i t u d e s A Salon 2200 Maple Avenue Maumee, OH 43537 419-382-1466 6754 Sylvania Ave, Sylvania, OH 43560 419- 885-7300 attitudesasalon.com

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Kevin Charles - everyone wants to look young but their role model might be wrong. Look at women you admire in your age range before choosing a hairstyle. Wanting something that looks good on a twenty year old may not deliver the same results to someone in their 50’s

Salon Soto - Beauty is not only about hair and makeup - it is about the total body. A woman needs to consider as she aging - skin care and health.

When you choose a salon it should also promote health and relaxing results as well as beauty while aging.

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S o t o L o f t & S i g n at u r e S pa 580 Craig Dr. Suite 6, Perrysburg 419-872-5555 Salonsoto.net

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How did the salon get its start?

Jessica Johnson and Jennifer Eppard of the Salon, and Leah Wilson and Victoria Perry of the Spa, were mentored by Denise Soto, the original owner for years prior to her death. Soto’s vision was of a salon that catered to the needs of each and every guest creating a relaxed and memorable experience that continues today with the current team.

What are the hair trends for 2016?

In hair color, we are seeing very natural-looking and “sun-kissed” trends. Think of what a child’s hair looks like at the end of summer— the subtle highlights around their face . With hairstyles, sleek and shiny is a big trend.

The curly hair trend is moving in the direction of naturallooking waves and texture.

How important are products?

Soto Salon uses the best products because they know they will get the best results. When it comes to at-home care, protecting the investment that you are making on your hair is vital. Color-safe shampoo and conditioner, heat protection, and the necessary treatment plan is important for the longevity of your color, as well as the future health of your hair.

owner

Kevin Charles Productions 6626 Monroe St., Sylvania 419-882-3400 kevincharlesproductions.com

How did you get your start?

I have always loved creative practices which yield something beautiful. Combining that interest with a love for people and communication, I found a career where I could create beautiful hair while visiting with people all day.

What are the hair trends for 2016?

What’s trending now is to work with your natural hair quality and to incorporate that texture and movement into something that styles easily for you and that doesn’t need to be styled fresh daily.

We promote matching one’s hair color to one’s skin tone and then staying within that family of colors. The trend is for hair color, or at least lighter hair colors, to look slightly grown out by allowing the natural color to gradually morph into lighter tones without an extreme amount of contrast.

How important are products?

There are four main categorIes: cleansing, conditioning, resurfacing and hold cleansing. We now have shampoos to strengthen, moisturize, volumize, smooth and straighten, protect or enhance color. The options are endless.

The brand and quality of the products you use is extremely important. Inferior products will cause the hair to be heavy and limp or flyaway and full of static. Having beautiful hair takes effort, but the results will be fabulous.

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L a L u n a S a l o n a n d S pa

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5577 Monroe St., Sylvania. 419-885-8070, lalunasalon.com How did you get your start?

I had a friend who was attending cosmetology school, and I thought it sounded interesting; I enrolled and discovered my passion and talent for hair design. As a 50-something year young woman, I have come to realize how important it is to keep creative passions ignited and to live my life with a profound sense of gratitude for the beautiful opportunities, friendships and connections La Luna Salon and Spa have gifted to me, my business partner/husband, John Fong, as well as the community we have joyfully served since 1995.

FONG owner

Madonna Fong - No matter what the trends happen to be, it is very important that you know what truly works for you, make beauty decisions that result in bringing out your personal best at any age.

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Cut or color every 4-6 weeks working with a good stylist to make sure you look youthful and vibrant.

What are the hair trends for 2016?

I would say that the trends for 2016 vary, from youthful and natural, to beautifully polished and bold. Styling is now taking a more modern, deliberately-undone-look, approach to classics. There is more emphasis this year on individuality and hair accessories are all the rage. There are many coloring techniques; however, no matter what the trends happen to be, it is very important that you know what truly works for you, by making beauty decisions that result in bringing out your personal best!

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The health of your hair is extremely important for how it looks, feels and responds; it is impacted by important factors; nutrition (as well as genetics), aging, proper rest, environmental stressors and illness all have a profound negative effect on our bodies, and also impact our hair.

How important are products?

As an AVEDA Concept Salon, it’s founder, Horst Rechelbacher, is the impetus for my salon product decision and our mission to care for the world we live in, from the ways we make our products, to the ways in which we give back to society. Whatever we place on our skin and hair will find it’s way into our bloodstream, so the product choices we make, and use, will impact our overall health and personal appearance.

n When choosing color and style, remember, whatever your age; it is important to think of trends only as inspirational guidance while taking into account personal considerations, such as, lifestyle, employment culture, face shape, body type, hair texture and density, styling time and perhaps most importantly… budget.

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Auxiliary and Club Volunteers Support Local Organizations You Can Join the Movement

By Christine A. Holliday There is no doubt that Americans are generous people. We buy band candy, Girl Scout cookies, wrapping paper, magazines, even light bulbs and trash bags to support the work or our favorite schools, church groups, and social organizations Many also work to raise significant funds through auxiliary groups connected to larger social and cultural organizations. The auxiliaries are groups committed to supporting groups like hospitals, the symphony or opera, and other civic organizations, providing money for equipment, services, and outreach programs to demonstrate support for the larger organization. Volunteers commit time, planning, and plenty of effort to raise those funds, in a job where the only pay is the feeling of satisfaction for a job well done.

era Guild, where she met and worked with Shelli Jacobs. Currently the president of the Guild, Mrs. Jacobs admits she never went to the opera before she got involved with the Guild. “I have grown to appreciate the opera. I am a stay-at-home mom, and the Guild gives me something I can do while my children are at school. I have met many friends and I love seeing a special event to the end.”

The Auxiliary at Mercy/St. Charles Hospital includes almost 200 members who plan a variety of activities to raise money for medical equipment and assistance for nurses and staff members. President Cheryl Pappenfus explains that work at card parties, Bingo, and craft events helps to provide funds for items like cafeteria equipment and blood pressure cuffs. “We also provide scholarships for students at Mercy College, and it is rewarding to see that our work helps so much! We’ve done a lot of good for more than 50 years. Many of our members become close friends with others on the committee, and they really enjoy working together to do good for the community.”

Anne Marie Blank works as the Treasurer for the Christ Child Society. “I was looking for something I could do in the community, and I thought that this was a perfect fit. We are doing more than just raising money, we are actually working with people who need our help.

We can choose where we want to help—making layettes, tutoring children, working with the

Anne Marie Blank - Christ Child Society Treasurer

Why Volunteer

Laura Draheim explains why she and so many others join auxiliaries. “We like being part of something where individuals are working together toward a positive end. We meet people who become our good friends, and we learn about the inner workings of organizations. We learn first-hand why these support organizations are so important and how grateful the groups are for this much needed support.”

Laura Draheim - Lion’s Club Member

Volunteer Profile

Contact info for several auxilaries

So, who are these volunteers and what motivates them to add more meetings to their busy schedules? Why do they join auxiliaries and what do they get for all of their efforts?

Laura Draheim is a veteran of several auxiliaries, including the Lions Club. When she worked as a social worker with the Lucas County Children’s Services Board, she delivered a speech about adoption and foster care to the Club, and was invited to join. She explains, “I had just gotten a divorce, and I was truly in survival mode and everything I did was strategic—building my experiences/skills/contacts etc. I met many people from several walks of life. It was a great experience for me. I was young (mid 30’s) and I interacted with company executives, small business owners, nonprofit executives. I believe this was the first time I realized that being involved in a service club presents a winning experience in many ways.

We helped the blind and sight-impaired and I met many business people in the community...I believe that experience validated for me that I had certain skills and qualities to offer.”

Lion’s Club

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Toledo Symphony League 419 867-1220 toledosymphonyleague.com

The Toledo Hospital auxiliary Kelly Titsworth@ProMedica.org or 419 291-3765 Shelli Jacobs Toledo Opera Guild President children whose parents are attending educational programs. These really are hands-on projects, where we hold the babies, read to the children.

We have an immediate impact on them and that is a wonderful feeling!”

Draheim’s work with the Lions Club led to invitations to join other auxiliaries, including the Op-

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Toledo Opera Guild info@toledoopera.org 419 255-7464

The Christ Child Society christchildsocietytoledo.org

Mercy St. Charles Auxiliary Cheryl Pappenfus 419 276-4703

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Business Centers for Quality Living Successful Aging Begins Here

by Pamela S. Crabtree, MLS Living a successful, fulfilled and quality life is a goal most people strive to achieve. The Center for Health and Successful Living and the Center for Successful Aging assist our local community in achieving those goals, helping to battle aging and infirmities.

UT students are also an integral part of the Center and have several student action teams that venture off-campus to help those most in need. The action teams, under the supervision of faculty members, are made up of master and doctoral students as coaches with undergraduate students as team members.

Center for Health and Successful Living Center for Successful Aging Dr. Timothy Jordan, PhD and Dr. Amy Thompson, PhD are Co-Directors of Dr. Barbara Kopp Miller, PhD is the Administrative Director of the Center the Center for Health and Successfor Successful Aging. The Center ful Living. The Center, which has been in existence since 2000 opened in 2013, is funded solely and is funded by the University of from grants and Dr. Jordan said Toledo. Dr. Kopp Miller said the the “major and faithful funders Center’s “main goals are education, are the Susan G. Komen Orgaresearch and service. The Center nization, The American Cancer has educated over 17,000 students, Society and Lambie’s Legacy.” professionals and the community” Lambie’s Legacy: The Margaret on numerous topics such as “Grief Lamb Guyton Stout Fund is a and bereavement, stress and aging, local organization founded in sexuality and aging and care givmemory of Lambie, who fought ing.” valiantly and selflessly against The Center, in collaboration breast cancer. “The Center also with the Metroparks, offers a walkworks closely with Rocket Welling program on UT’s main campus ness, the UT employee health for employees and a walking proentity. They also have a satellite gram for the community at Wildoffice in our Center” said Dr. wood and Pearson Metroparks.

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Additionally, Dr. Kopp Miller said Most of the services that the Center offers a number of eduthe Center for Health and Succational programs such as “a graducessful Living offer are on UT’s ate certificate in Contemporary Main Campus and there is no Gerontological Practice, continufee for many of the services ing education presentations for which include Quality of Life healthcare professionals and they Events, Book Club and the Pink Dr. Amy Thompson, Co-Director of the Center for Health and Successful Living give community presentations on Sneaker Exercise Group. There is aging topics.” a nominal fee for programs that require supplies, such as with Art Therapy.

Both Centers offer a wealth of information, education, programs, services Dr. Jordan said that the Center “has been broadened since its inception and activities to enhance the quality of life in our community. Both Centers and become a hub of collaboration” by offering resources, education and suphave offices in the Health and Human Services Building, Room 1100, on the portive services for individuals living with chronic disease. Though the Center University of Toledo’s Main Campus. The Center for Successful Aging also has does not provide medical services, they offer patient navigation through the vast an office in the Collier Building on UT’s Health Science Campus. resources available in our community.

For information on the Center for Aging visit utoledo.edu or Dr. Jordan said there are about “a hundred members” of the Center, with call 419-530-5208. For more information on the Center for Health and most being female African American Cancer survivors. Most members are from Successful Living visit utoledo.edu or call 419-530-5199 Lucas County.

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Health The Pervasive Presence of Alzheimer’s Disease Treatment Options and Support for Caregivers

by Stephen Roberts PhD According to the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America “Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive, degenerative disorder that attacks the brain’s nerve cells, or neurons, resulting in loss of memory, thinking and language skills, and behavioral changes.” It has been estimated that approximately 5 million Americans have Alzheimer’s disease (AD). This number will increase as our population ages.

Salli Bollin Executive Director of The Alzheimer’s Association of NW Ohio states “Our healthcare community has made major strides in cancer and heart disease research and treatment. Let’s do the same for Alzheimer’s research by making our voices heard together. We MUST make Alzheimer’s a national priority.”

Treatment One form of treatment for AD, is using drugs to assist with memory loss.

Cholinesterase inhibitors (Aricept) are used during the early to moderate stages of AD while memantine (Namenda) drugs are used for moderate to severe stages. Cholinesterase inhibitors decrease the breakdown of chemical messengers which helps communication among nerve cells. Memantine also helps with chemical communication and slows the worsening of AD symptoms.

Dealing with the challenging behavioral changes that go along with AD, one suggestion is to make sure the individual is comfortable and not being affected by variables such as hunger, pain, needing to urinate or room temperature that is too hot or cold.

Try to avoid confrontation or needing to be correct about “the facts.” Work to make the environment peaceful by decreasing noise and too much distraction, such as television, when needed.

Provide a security object which can bring comfort – items such as blankets or stuffed toys or actual pets are sometimes helpful. Redirect the individual’s attention. Explore various solutions to problems by, among other things, discussing issues with health professionals. Finally, try not to take the behaviors of the person afflicted with AD personally.

Caregiver Care If you are in the position of caring for someone with Alzheimer’s disease it is critical that you take good care of yourself. The people at the National Institute on Aging indicate that one of

the most important things you should do is ask others for help. One of the techniques that is suggested, if meeting the requests is difficult is to ask for assistance with a specific task such as making lunch or visiting the person with AD for a short time.

Along with asking for help be gentle with yourself. What you are doing is very challenging and no one does it perfectly.

Consider joining a support group.

For information on local groups Alzheimer’s Association on 2500 N. Reynolds in Toledo at 419-537-1999 alz.org/nwohio/

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• Decreased ability to solve problems or plan • Difficulty finishing routine or familiar tasks • Trouble following a conversation – may repeat statements or not know what to say

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• Difficulty judging distance and reading.

• Decreased good judgement – spending money unwisely, not grooming or cleaning oneself adequately • Losing track of time or dates • Not being able to find things when they are lost or put in unusual places.

• Retreating from socializing at work.

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• Alterations of mood and personality becoming afraid, irritable, aggressive, anxious, confused, untrusting.

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Health THURS.

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Wellness Marathon and Fair

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Lourdes University, 6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania. lourdes.edu/events.aspx 9:30am-5:30pm.

Fitness fans, put on your workout shoes. This year’s Wellness Fair features an all-day marathon, including a triathlon competition and a campus walk along with other activities, including keynote speaker Kevin Anderson, Ph.D.

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Five percent weight loss can have positive effects

Diabetes Workshop

The University of Toledo, 2801 W. Bancroft St. HealthService.com 10am. FREE

Do you or a loved one have diabetes? This workshop will help both of you understand the diagnosis and how it affects one’s health. Learn valuable information to make daily healthy decisions and manage the disease.

A recent study about weight loss, by Dr. Samuel Klein at Washington University School of Medicine, has discovered that even relatively moderate weight loss can lead to significant health gains.

Presently patients are encouraged to lose between 5% and 10% of their weight to experience positive health effects.

This latest study,

which focused on 40 obese individuals, shows that losing just 5% can improve insulin sensitivity, blood pressure and triglyceride levels.

The Hospital Council of Northwest Ohio reported in 2014 that 36 % of Lucas County adults were obese.

Those who may need assistance are encouraged to visit the website for information on healthy living, hcno.org

Zumba® Fitness/ Zumba® Toning 5pm. Mercy St. Charles Hospital, 2600 Navarre Ave. mercyweb.org

When participants see a Zumba® class in action, they can’t wait to give it a try. Featuring exotic rhythms set to high-energy Latin and international beats, classes are fun and easy to do.

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Pop Grille, Great Food, Comfortable place

by Don Radebaugh Toledo has long been renowned for its options in restaurants. Quite possibly you’ve already discovered Pop Grille in Sylvania Township but, if by chance, you haven’t, it’s time you did.

My lasting impression was that I wanted to go back and do it again.

The rustic, cool-vibe you get when you walk through the front door

provides the perfect backdrop for a gathering with friends. If you favor a quieter setting with something closer to fine dining, then the Pop Grille has you covered there too.

You get the same delicious food no matter which mood you’re in.

For the red meat lovers, the ribeye steak I had was tender and reasonably priced. It was Retro Days

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during March when I checked in, which meant turning back the price tags to reflect 1980’s prices.

“Everything’s fresh…never frozen,” said owner/general manager Tom Parent. “Where else can you get one of the best steak dinners in town for under 15 bucks?”

Fresh, never frozen Parent admits there were some growing pains since he first opened the doors in January of 2015. “As you’d expect with any start-up, we had to sort through some bumps, but we’ve got a great staff of people that make all the difference, and we’re always seeking to improve everything we do.”

He doesn’t need to improve his margaritas… they are the best I’ve tasted, anywhere. Parent mixes his own. “Come on out for Margarita Monday…$2.50 for a seven ounce margarita. They’re the best.”

You can often count on some of the best local live entertainment.

Renowned local artists Johnny Rodriguez is often featured on Monday and Tuesday nights, with Don Coats and company Wednesdays and Thursdays, as well as many Fridays and Saturdays.

A range of dining options For those in desire of a more elegant setting, the back dining room, beautifully restored, accommodates as many as 50 people for the finer dining, more intimate experience.

With a flair for American food, the

menu stretches from the very best New York Strip Steak to a Lamb Rack with their “signature glaze”.

Or, choose a Tower of Chicken or the Grilled Chilean Sea Bass.

The combo menu is equally attractive with a variety of steak, chicken, shrimp, scallop and salmon choices or you can go with finger food including Pork Sliders, Lobster Roll or the Bulgogi Burger, thin-sliced marinated beef served with cheddar cheese, pineapple, arugula and onion topped with their signature tropical BBQ sauce.

Or choose from fish, kimchi or lobster tacos, smoked salmon wrap or one of the best gourmet burgers in town. (If a burger suits your style, try Tuesday nights when they’re just five dollars… no extra charge for live entertainment.)

For that sweet tooth, the Pop Grille’s got you covered with chocolate lava cake or salted caramel cheesecake.

And yes, there’s a full bar with a bartender that is adept at inventive cocktail creation. There’s also an impressive wine selection. In fact, I’ve not found a better deal in town for wine lovers, offering entire bottles of wine for $12 bucks, with an impressive variety. Two and three dollar beers are common prices all the time.

The Pop Grille is located on Holland Sylvania Road, just north of Central Avenue.

For more, visit popgrille.com or call 419-517-5310.

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Live Jazz and Sunday Brunch

Holiday Inn French Quarter, 10630 Fremont Pike, Perrysburg.

419-874-3111. hifq.com

Have a lazy Sunday morning with good food as Gene Parker plays live jazz music.

Save room for desserts and the chocolate fountain. Reservations suggested, but not required. 10am. $15 adults/$13 children.

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SeaGate Convention Center, 401 Jefferson Ave. 419-255-3300. americaontap.com 5pm. $45+.

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Do you have a passion for beer? Come check out samples from some of America’s best craft breweries. Enjoy three hours of sampling accompanied by live music entertainment.

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5th Semi-Annual Kielbasa Cook-off

St. Clement’s Community Center 2990 Tremainsville Rd. 419-691-5058. stclementparish-toledo.org

6:30pm. $40. Schedel Arboretum & Garden, 19255 W. Portage River S. Sample homemade kielbasa made from Rd., Elmore. old family recipes at the Kielbasa Cook-off.

419-862-3182.

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Enjoy three tiers of “Derby Day” bites, each paired with a sample of beer or wine.

Personal chef Jennifer Schuerman will share take-home recipe cards and details on the beverage selections.

their favorite sausage as kielbasa-makers compete for the title of Toledo’s Kielbasa “King” or “Queen”. Money raised helps fund the development of a Toledo area Polish Cultural Center. 1pm. $5/person, $3 PACT members

Toledo GROWs Market Stand

All ages are welcome.

11am. 900 Oneida St. 419-720-8714. toledogarden.org/toledogrows

Learn how to grow vegetables, greens and herbs as part of the Toledo Botanical Garden’s outreach program, Toledo GROWs.

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en years ago very few lived downtown in an urban setting but couples are now flocking to downtown Toledo for loft living. Tom and Laura Baird with their daughter Kayleigh and dog Tasha sold their Ottawa Hills home and decided to give it a try. Their beautiful loft is eclectic and spacious taking in all of the views along the Maumee River.

The loft is open and each area fits fashionably together. The Baird’s have used black and white as their base and added unique touches - a zebra throw rug, large urns filled with flowers and art including photos that show downtown before redevelopment began.

The high ceilings demand larger accessories and the pendant lighting adds the finishing touch in the kitchen and dining area. While there is no yard to mow or flowers to plant, the compact outdoor terrace is delightfully decorated in primary colors. It is the best seat in the city watching the crowds making their way to Hensville or the skyline in the morning and evening. Loft living; urban life at its best!

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Friday 1 [outdoors]

Red Bird Arts District - Start April off by viewing the

work of local artists in two exciting Downtown Sylvania exhibitions. Hudson Gallery’s annual exhibit, Group of Nine, features the work of nine local artists, with sculpture, painting, ceramics, photography and glass. Down the street, at River Centre Gallery, Dave Wisniewski’s large-scale paintings of the Old West will be exhibited during his solo show, From Under the Brim. Both shows will open from 5-8pm on Friday, April 1, during the Red Bird Arts District First Friday Art Walk, and will be on view through April 30. River Centre Gallery, 5679 Main St. Sylvania 419-8828949. rivercentregallery.com Hudson Gallery, 5645 N. Main St., Sylvania. 419-885-8381. hudsongallery.net Free

21st Ohio Regiment & Its Role In the Civil War - This four week course will look

at this regiment’s role in many of the major battles of the Western Theater. This course will have mild strategic overviews, while studying the combat reports of the 21st, for students to understand how the soldiers from Northwest Ohio participated in the war.

Saturdays through April 30. 11:30am. $51 members/$63 non-members. Lourdes University, 6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania 419-824-3707. lourdes.edu/lifelong

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Entertainment

Jan Thomas, Untitled, ceramic, wood, found metal

History Lecture Series: Toledo’s Baseball History - This lecture features John Husman, who has been researching and writing about baseball history for more than 30 years. He has published more than 100 articles and book reviews on baseball history and biography, has appeared on two PBS baseball documentaries, spoken to groups on baseball history from coast to coast, and often speaks locally. He co-authored Mud Hens Memories, and wrote the history, Baseball In Toledo. 7pm. Monclova Community Center, 8115 Monclova Rd. 419-861-1336.

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2016 PRO Home & Garden Show - The show presents

the most extensive array of interior and exterior products for your home. Home-building and designer industries gather at this show to offer the latest in home design. Let the experts help with ideas and solutions to make your home a dream. Through April 17. 4-8pm Friday, 10am8pm Saturday, 11am-5pm Sunday. $6/adults, $5/seniors, free/children under 16. SeaGate Convention Centre, 401 Jefferson Ave. 419-255-3300. toledo-seagate.com Free

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40th Annual Quilt Show - Near the

end of April, experience the rich traditional of quilting at Sauder Village’s annual celebration. Quilts will be on full-length display, with pieces ranging from contemporary art, mixed media, miniatures, masters, and youth, with historical methods also represented. Throughout the week and weekend, guests can meet artists, attend talks, workshops, listen to music and show the event. Tuesday, April 26-Sunday, May 1. 10am-6pm, Tuesday-Saturday.

11am-4pm, Sunday. $16/adults, $10/ students (age 6-16), Free/children under age 5. $2 discount for seniors. Sauder Village Founder’s Hall, 22611 State Route 2, Archbold, OH. 1-800-590-9755.

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Birds of Woodlawn - Document the Birds of Woodlawn, from migrating to nesting birds, and explore the cemetary’s many natural habitats. Please bring binoculars and bird guides, if you have them. Note that inclement weather may cancel a walk. Fridays, 8:30–10:30am. Historic Woodlawn Cemetery, 1502 W. Central Ave. 419-472-2186. historic-woodlawn.com Free

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First Friday on Film - Enjoy a screening of Stagecoach, projected directly from film. Directed by John Ford, 1939, 96 minutes, starring John Wayne, Claire Trevor, Andy Devine. 7:30pm. $5/students, faculty, alumni, staff, seniors, military; $10/GA. University of Toledo Department of Theatre & Film, 2801 W. Bancroft St. 419-530-2202. utoledo.edu

[miscellaneous]

Weak Signals R/C Model Show - North America’s largest and longestrunning radio-controlled model expo is returning to Toledo so model enthusiasts can showcase, compete, and swap with each other. There will also be speakers and an auction at the event. Through April 3. 9am-5pm Friday & Saturday, 9am-3pm Sunday. $10. SeaGate Convention Centre, 401 Jefferson Ave. 419-321-5007. toledo-seagate.com

Saturday 2 [art]

Meet Me at TMA - These 60-minute programs are designed for those with mild memory loss and their companions. Today’s topic: New Contemporary Acquisitions will discuss how artists of today draw inspiration from the past. 1pm. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free

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Woodcock Hike: Adults Only - During this twilight hike, adventurers will listen for nocturnal wildlife and gaze at a sky full of stars. No dogs permitted.

There will be walking on sandy dune trails. 7:30pm. $3. Oak Openings Preserve, 4139 Girdham Rd., Swanton. 419-280-9235. metroparkstoledo.com

Sunday 3 [education]

Sunday Short Hort - Get a lesson in plant cultivation from one of Toledo Botanical Garden’s horticulturists followed by a 2-hour volunteer session in TBG’s 60-plus acres of lush gardens. 9:30am. Toledo Botanical Garden Crosby Conference Center, 5403 Elmer Dr. 419-536-5566. toledogarden.org Free

Monday 4 [art]

Mr. Atomic: Narrative Surrealism - Mark and Michael Kersey, the Mr. Atomic twins, will show their colorful, psychedelic work through June 15.

Perrysburg Municipal Building, 201 W. Indiana Ave., Perrysburg. mainart-ery.com Free

Wednesday 6 [film]

Show Me the Movie: Bridge of Spies - In the historic thriller directed by Steven Spielberg and based on true events, an American lawyer (Tom Hanks) finds himself swept into the thick of Cold War espionage. 2pm.

Way Public Library, 101 E. Indiana Ave., Perrysburg. 419-874-3135. waylibrary.info Free

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Have Your Artwork Critiqued - Want to have some critical eyes look at your work? Bring up to three paintings or drawings for a critique and discussion led by Paul Brand, a local art teacher who instructs painting and drawing at the Toledo Museum of Art, The Art Supply Depo and the Toledo Artists Club. The first Wednesday of every month. Register in advance.

110am-1pm. $10. The Art Supply Depo, 29 S. Saint Clair St., 419-720-6462. Artsupplydepo.com

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Thursday 7 [literary]

Poetry Speaks - Featuring regional poets this eclectic evening features the Bowling Green rock band Indian Opinion, Abigail Cloud and a selection of Northwestern Ohio poets as they creatively weave together music and poetry. The Poetry Speaks series is open to all ages and no registration is required.

7pm. Toledo-Lucas County Public Library, 325 N. Michigan St. 419-259-5200. toledolibrary.org Free

Thursday 8 [art]

Art Under Pressure exhibit reception Local artist, Craig Fisher, will show his intaglio print work that explores landscapes and creatures. Meet the artist from 10-11am during the exhibit reception. American Frame Showroom, 400 Tomahawk Dr., Maumee.

800-537-0944. Americanframe.com Free

Saturday 9 [art]

Blacksmithing 101 - Learn the basics of heating, shaping, and bending metal while working on a reproduction of an early 19th century travelling forge, similar to those used by the U.S. Army during the War of 1812.

10am. $45. Fort Meigs, 29100 W. River Rd., Perrysburg. 419-874-4121. fortmeigs.org

Monday 11 [education]

Distinguished History Lecture: Contribution of Women’s Religious Orders - Author and theologian Margaret McGuinness, Ph.D., will address the important contributions of women’s religious orders in the United States. 7pm. Lourdes University Franciscan Center, 6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania.

419-824-3648. lourdes.edu Free

Wednesday 13 [miscellaneous]

The Voice of the Vietnam Veteran - Hear from those soldiers who served during the Vietnam era. Their stories will change the image Americans retain from that conflict.

Reservations required. 6-8:30pm. The Commons at Garden Lake, 1065 Garden Lake Pkwy. 419-841-8889. boomersrn.com

Friday 15 [film]

Art House Film Series: “Modigliani of Montparnasse” - This 1958 feature directed by Jacques Becker follows the last year of the famous Italian painter Modigliani. 7pm.

Toledo Museum of Art Little Theater, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free

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Hot Spot: Contemporary Glass from Midwest Collections - Take a look at the fine art that makes the Glass City what it is. Stunning artworks from private collections will be on display in celebration of the tenth anniversary of the Toledo Museum of Art’s Glass Pavilion.

Through September 18. Toledo Museum of Art’s Glass Pavilion, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomudeum.org Free

Saturday 16 [miscellaneous]

Fantasticon Toledo S4-EP8 - This mid-size show is perfect for true comic book and pop culture collectors and fans. Also on April 17.

10am-6pm Saturday, 10am-5pm Sunday.

Saturday admission: $10/advance, $15/ day of; Sunday admission: $5/advance, $10/day of. SeaGate Convention Centre, 401 Jefferson Ave. toledo-seagate.com

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The Second City Comedy Series - Chicago’s The Second City returns in a brand new tour titled Hooking Up With The Second City. This always original and hilarious show boasts an impressive alumni list including Bill Murray, John & Jim Belushi, Tina Fey, Joan Rivers, John Candy and so many more.

8pm. $29-$45. The Valentine Theatre, 410 Adams St. 419-242-2787. valentinetheatre.com

Wednesday 20 [miscellaneous]

Weed & Wine: Perennial Garden - Enjoy a relaxing evening of light garden work, followed by good wine and great conversation. Bring your own gloves, tools and wine provided. Classes are also on May 18, June 15, July 20, August 17, September 21 & October 19. 6pm. Toledo Botanical Garden, 5403 Elmer Dr. toldogarden.org Free

Thursday 21 [miscellaneous]

Ladies Night Out - Ladies! It is time to take a break and treat yourself. This relaxing evening will include a 5 minute chair massage, a paraffin wax treatment, painting cherry tree blossoms on a wine glass to take home, two glasses of wine and light appetizers.

Registration required. 7-9pm. $40. Schedel Arboretum & Gardens, 19255 W. Portage River S. Rd., Elmore. 419-862-3182. schedel-gardens.org

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3rd Thursday Loop - Come explore Downtown Toledo’s amazing arts and cultural institutions, creative community, local businesses, and unique neighborhoods at the 3rd Thursday Loop, each month, year-round! Buses are $1 per event for unlimited rides throughout the evening. 5-9pm. Downtown Toledo. theartscommission.org

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Get on Up! Ohio Theatre Funk & Soul Revue - Enjoy a great lineup of Detroit-based funk and soul acts. Featuring from Detroit: The Gabriel Brass Band and the Third Coast Kings. 8pm. $10/advance, $15/at the door, $20/limited front or center seating. Ohio Theatre & Events Center, 3112 Lagrange St. 419-720-8952. ohiotheatretoledo.org

International Tabletop Day - International TableTop Day 2015 was a huge success with over 3,000 gaming events in 64 countries worldwide, including every state and province in North America. Partake in the worldwide event while playing one of your favorite tabletop games at home, or visit Fort Meigs for a day of gaming. 9:30am. Fort Meigs, 29100 W. River Rd., Perrysburg.

419-874-4121. fortmeigs.org

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Sunday 24 [music]

Great Performances in the Great Gallery: Performing Ensembles of the Toledo Symphony Orchestra, Shakespeare TSO ensembles perform works inspired by Shakespeare that stretch from the 17th Century to today. Composers include Purcell, Beethoven, and Bernstein. 3pm. Music Toledo Museum of Art Great Gallery, 2445 Monroe St. toledomuseum.org Free

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Collectibles: The National Museum Of The Great Lakes - Enjoy viewing the vast collection by the Great Lakes Historical Society.

Refreshments served at 9:30am, program at 10am. Wildwood Preserve, 5100 W. Central Ave. metroparkstoledo.com Free

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S.A.V.E. Lecture: A Vision for Downtown Toledo in the 22nd Century - Join guest architectural experts and lecturers, Robert Seyfang (Founder of the Toledo Design Center) and Paul Hollenbeck (Principal of the Collaborative Inc.), as they present their vision for Downtown Toledo. The Toledo Design Center volunteered several thousand hours creating a new framework vision for Toledo which was finalized and accepted in 2011.

7:30pm. Lourdes University, 6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania. lourdes.edu

Thursday 28 [music]

Rosary Cathedral Concerts - The TSO continues its collaboration with Rosary Cathedral with the immortal “Requiem” of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, performed by the symphony and chorus. 7pm. $35. Rosary Cathedral, 2535 Collingwood Blvd.

419-246-8000. toledosymphony.org

ANCESTOR HOUSE ANTIQUES Buying/Selling Art Glass, Porcelains, Paintings, Lamps, Jewelry, Furniture, Lotton Art Glass WWW.ANCESTORHOUSEANTIQUES.COM

Lifelong Learning Lecture: Toledo Glass Join Barbara Floyd, author and director of the Canaday Center for Special Collections at The University of Toledo. Refreshments offered at 9:15am with the lecture beginning at 10am. The event is free for members and first-time members. 10am. Franciscan Center at Lourdes University, 6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania. 800-878-3210. Lourdes.edu

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Visions of Northwest Ohio Closing Reception - The 2016 Athena Art Society Challenge exhibition of art illustrating Northwest Ohio will end with a closing reception from noon-2pm. American Frame Showroom, 400 Tomahawk Dr., Maumee.

800-537-0944. athenaartsociety.org Free A R C A D E

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All trips include escorted motorcoach transportation, game ticket, and food!

TUESDAY, MAY 17TH

Cincinnati Reds vs. Cleveland Indians Progressive Field, Cleveland

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TUESDAY, AUGUST 16TH

Kansas City Royals vs. Detroit Tigers Comerica Park, Detroit

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Theater Friday 1

The 39 Steps - Alfred Hitchcock’s infamous thriller is turned into a four actor play full of parody, improv, laughs and over 50 characters. 8pm Friday-Saturday, 2pm Sunday.

April 1-10. $20/general, $10/at the door with student ID. The Valentine Theatre’s Studio A, 410 Adams St. 419-242-2787. valentinetheatre.com

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Romeo et Juliette - Shakespeare’s famous, star-crossed love story takes the stage April 8 and 10 at the Valentine. The play, conducted by James Meena and directed by Bernard Uzan, will include Juliette’s famous waltz aria and performances by Canadian soprano Marie-Eve Munger and returning tenor Jonathan Boyd. Friday, April 8 at 7:30pm & Sunday, April 10 at 2pm. $4090. The Valentine Theatre, 410 N. Superior St. 419-255-7464. toledoopera.org Little Shop of Horrors - An unfortunate florist rises to fame and fortune when he discovers his plant’s hunger for humans, during this rock musical horror comedy. 7:30pm FridaySaturday, 2pm Sunday. April 8-24. $20/ general admission, $15/UT faculty, staff and alumni, military and seniors, $10/students and children. The University of Toledo Center for Performing Arts, 1901 W. Rocket Dr. 419-530-2787. utoledo.edu/tix.com

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And Then There Were None - Agatha Christie’s classic murder mystery follows ten strangers spending the weekend together on an isolated island. 8pm, Friday-Saturday. 2:30pm, Sunday. April 8-17. $20/adult, $18/senior, $10/students 14 and older, $5/students 13 and under. The Toledo Repertoire Theatre, 16 10ths St., 418-243-9277. toledorep.tix.com

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Mamma Mia! - This musical, perfect for ABBA fans, will be in town for two nights. 7:30pm, Tuesday, April 12 - Wednesday, April 13. $50+. Stranahan Theater & Great Hall, 54645 Heatherdowns Blvd., 419-381-8851. stranahantheater.org

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Karneval with the German American Festival Society

Marcia Willinger-Kaverman, Christina Renz, Ann Martin and Beth Ackerman sparkle with enthusiasm.

The society behind the German American Festival celebrated Mardi Gras in style. The party included a recognition of the recent passing of GAF President, Tim Pecsenye, and his festive spirit was carried on by party-goers.

Jack Renz, Hans “Otto� Henoch and Tracy Decker are criminally cool.

Serve up an ace Keith and Katie Walker, Murphy Jensen, Jennifer Moses and Paul Toth at Zepf Center tennis event

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FREEGAN’S MENU Across

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4. Union led by Richard Trumka 10. ‘80s pop metal one-hit wonders ___ Nova 14. Rizzo on “The Muppets” 15. Breastbones 16 Bottled water brand 17. Entrée on the freegan’s menu?

19. With 56-Across, what all the theme answers are?

20. [“Sigh”] 21. Group that might be assembling C.V.’s: Abbr.

22. Spoken 23. Side dish on the freegan’s menu?

27 “So ___” 28. Partake of this puzzle’s theme 29. Reset numbers 30.Wiggle, as a butt?

32.“The Thin Man” star 33.___ Reade 35.“___ hoping!”

37. Side dish on the freegan’s menu?

39. Morning meeting snack 40. One of the Seven Duffs at Duff Gardens 41. Frat.’s neighbor 42. Grp. with three anthems: “The Bonnie Blue Flag,” “God Save the South” and “Dixie” 44. Green land?

45.“You’re oversharing!”

48. Win in ___ (breeze to victory) 50. Topping on the freegan’s menu?

53. Sports org. with the Kim Perrot Sportsmanship award 54. Last year’s three-l 55. Make 56. See 19-Across 57. Dessert on the freegan’s menu?

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6. Allow 7. Gradual increase, in mus.

8.How Russia ranks #1 9.Common golf course trees 10.Pear variety 11.Given a wreath 12.Whizzes 13.Big name in sunglasses 18.Oklahoma City setting: Abbr.

24.Taunt to the visiting team 25.Some Comedy Central specials 26.Actress Skye 27.Beat but good 31.One with something for everybody 33.With 62-Across, “Cocoon” Oscar winner 34.Time keepers?: Abbr.

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54.Job order 58.National Sarcastic Awareness Mo. (duh!)

59.Big inits in loans 60.Bassist Claypool

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Housing Guide Independent Living Moongate Luxury Adult Living 930 Soda Park Drive Temperance, Michigan 734-847-7879 www.moongateadultliving.com

One story apartment

community for ages 55 and older. Ground level living, no steps. You’ll have it all under one roof... library, activities & craft room, beauty salon, fireside lounge, game room, exercise room, coffee shoppe, patios, community room, washer/dryer hookups and activities. Family owned and operated. Offering the best in luxury adult living. Just like home... only better! Rents from $840.

Call SALES: 419.244.9859 To be a part of our monthly housing guide.

Pelham Manor Apartments 2700 Pelham Road Toledo, OH 43606 419-537-1515 For TDD/TTY Users Only 1-800-545-1833, Ext. 583

A Place to Call “Home”. If you have been looking for a comfortable, secure and affordable place to live... Look no further, Pelham Manor Apartments offer many amenities including: individually controlled heat and central air conditioning, laundry facilities, all appliances, rent based on income (extremely low income encouraged to apply). Pelham Manor is a tobacco-free property offering one and two bedroom apartments for persons aged 62 years or older, with some units available to persons under 62 who require certain accessibility features. Please call for information or stop by Monday-Friday 8:30 am- 4 pm.

Oakleaf Village

4220 N. Holland-Sylvania Toledo, OH 43623 419-885-3934

Is your job application the first one employers look at when selecting candidates for open positions? Does your resume rise to the top of the pile and stand out from the dozens of other applicants?

Can businesses tell just by looking at your information that you have the important job skills they need? You’ll be able to answer “yes” to all these questions when you complete WorkReady Lucas County. It’s FREE so what do you have to lose?

Visit www.WorkReadyLucasCounty.com or call 419-213-6317.

Oakleaf Village is an Independent and Assisted Living apartment community that offers all of the comforts of home with the peace and security of 24/7 care by a staff of caring professionals. Residents feel at home in their private studio, one-bedroom or two-bedroom apartments. Your customdesigned personal care program will have exactly what you need – from basic services to more customized care and monitoring. We welcome the opportunity to show you the Oakleaf Village community. Contact us at 419-885-3934 for more information or to make an appointment today.

NORTH AMERICAN MATURE PUBLISHERS ASSOCIATION

The Elizabeth Scott Community 2720 Albon Road Maumee, OH 43537

NOW HIRING Mature Living is now hiring experienced freelance writers. Send resume and two writing samples to editor@adamsstreetpublishing.com.

For Sale Hammer slammer guitar, will trade for computer tower, Dell or another.

419-699-3398 Safe Step Walk-In Tub Alert for Seniors. Bathroom falls can be fatal.

Approved by Arthritis Foundation.

Therapeutic Jets. Less Than 4 Inch Step-In. Wide Door. Anti-Slip Floors. American Made. Installation Included.

Call 1-800-906-3115 for $750 Off METAL ROOFING- A real roof for your house, garage, barn. Roof, ceiling, siding.

Closeout deals. Low prices. Fast delivery. slateroadsupply.com 717 445-5222

Announcments Attention Small Businesses: Simplify Your Payroll & Taxes with Paychex! New customers receive one month of payroll processing free! Receive a Free Quote! Call 800-805-0164 Life Alert. 24/7. One press of a button sends help FAST! Medical, Fire, Burglar.

Even if you can’t reach a phone! FREE Brochure. CALL 1-800-746-0979 SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY BENEFITS. Unable to work? Denied benefits? We Can Help! WIN or Pay Nothing!

Contact Bill Gordon & Associates at 1-800208-6915 to start your application today!

Switch to DIRECTV and get a $100 Gift Card. FREE Whole-Home Genie HD/ DVR upgrade. Starting at $19.99/mo.

New Customers Only. Don’t settle for cable. Call Now 800-530-1453 Got an older car, boat, or rv?

Do the humane thing. Donate to the Humane Society. Call 1-800-758-2204 GIVE BLOOD - SAVE LIVES! #ChooseYourDay to donate blood. Call 1-800-448-2543 or go to RedCrossBlood. org. Appointments preferred. Walk-ins welcome.

LOTS & ACREAGE LENDER ORDERED SALE! CATSKILL MTNS! 39 acres – $119,900 Fields, woods, apple trees, valley views, stonewalls, ATV trails! 3 hrs NY City!

Terms avail. Call (888) 738-6994 NewYorkLandandLakes.com

419-865-3002 The Elizabeth Scott Community opened its new Independent Living apartments in March 2010 for individuals age 62 and older. The Independent Living units are unfurnished with one- or two-bedrooms; walk-in closets; full kitchen with stove, oven, refrigerator and dishwasher; private washer and dryer; daily continental breakfast and dinner included; Resident Activity Center with fitness equipment; heated outdoor pool; and housekeeping. The Elizabeth Scott Community also offers two distinct levels of Assisted Living. Assisted Living Level I units are available as studio or one-bedroom apartments with a variety of amenities and services. Assisted Living Level II is tailored for those residents who need greater assistance but still remain as independent as possible. Assisted Living Level II is also secured for individuals suffering from Dementia. For more information and a video tour, visit www.elizabethscott.org.

FREE SAMPLE Emergencies can strike at any time. Wise Food Storage makes it easy to prepare with tasty, easy-to-cook meals that have a 25-year shelf life. FREE sample. Call: 800-970-5771

EVENTS Take Control of Diabetes - Free workshop. Held at the UT Radisson Hotel on April 9 and April 30, 10am-1 pm.

Attend the date of your choice. Reserve your seat. 419-464-8586 orwww.cchealthservice.com.

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