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Spring is here! The season has me excited to get to work on my gardens. I have played in the dirt and now have posies popping up all over. The first to bloom was this yellow lenten rose - such a beauty.

We start this month with the biggest week in American Birding. Read our article on page 18 and make a plan to visit the warblers when they stop by our region to “fuel up” before continuing their migration north.

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The time to travel is also upon us, but many remain uncertain about the safety of flying due to the pandemic. We have some great ideas for local travel within a few hours of home. I have plans to make several of these trips already!

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In this issue we celebrate locally-owned businesses. Without them, our community would suffer - economically and culturally. It is important to support our local businesses and we have some insights into how they started and the mission and passion of their owners/operators.

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Last issue, we wrote about cryptocurrency. This month, we write about the unique and new ways that millennials handle money. We can learn from the younger generation and these, sometimes confusing, but once learned, convenient, ways to transfer funds.

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Remember: Mother’s Day is May 9 and Father’s Day is June 20. Please honor your parents and I hope that your children remember you, too!

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UT appoints new President Dr. Gregory Postel, who has served as interim president at the University of Toledo since summer 2020, was named the 18th President of the University. The UT Board of Trustees extended a contract to Dr. Postel which runs through 2025.

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Toledo is #1 Site Selection Magazine, an international business publication, recognized Toledo for its economic development projects (including Amazon, GM Transmission Plant, Libbey Glass), naming our city #1 for new business investments.

Affordable Senior Housing The Secor Senior Lofts, an upcoming community of 58 affordable senior apartments, recently broke ground at 3837 Secor Rd. The City of Toledo contributed $700,000 in federal HOME (Investment Partnership Funding Program) funding plus approval of a tax abatement for the project. Opening date is scheduled for Spring 2022.

DORA, DORA, DORA Caregiver of the Year

Kudos to DeAnn Broka, Activities Coordinator at the Manor of Perrysburg, who was named the Caregiver of the Year by Connextions of Northwest Ohio, a healthcare networking group. Her efforts in keeping residents connected with family during the pandemic set her apart from other nominees. “It’s our pleasure to recognize the deserving caregivers at our local facilities. They work so hard and their efforts often go unnoticed. This is our chance to celebrate their compassion and service,” said Sarah Olson, President.

Toledo Museum of Art Names First Curator Emeritus

Designated Outdoor Refreshment Areas (DORAs) have arrived in Maumee and Perrysburg! The area in downtown Maumee includes Conant Street between Broadway and Williams Streets. Perrysburg’s district is in that community’s downtown on Louisiana Avenue and also incorporates a block of Third Street.

Lawrence W. Nichols will be named Curator Emeritus of the Toledo Museum of Art after his retirement this June. TMA’s William Hutton senior curator, European and American painting and sculpture before 1900, Nichols has served TMA for three decades. A baroque specialist, Nichols served as a member of the management team from 2011 to 2020.

Adam M. Levine, the Museum’s Edward Drummond and Florence Scott Libbey director and CEO, said, “Larry’s contributions to this organization through acquisitions, exhibitions and publications are second-to-none, and he is most deserving of the curator emeritus honor.”

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Farewell Ursuline Center of Toledo

The Ursuline Sisters of Toledo have made the difficult decisions to close the Ursuline Center of Toledo by December 1, 2021. The Center, opened in 1985 as a private retirement home for the sisters, currently houses seven residents. The building will be leased to St. Ursula Academy. The Ursuline Leadership team will work with Convent Staff and Center Administration to assist all residents in finding new homes.

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Profiles Bob Sautter, co-owner of Sautter’s Market Staying calm and carrying on

By Lisa Alleman

How did Sautter’s Markets begin?

My grandfather Ray Sautter opened our first market at the corner of Collingwood and Dorr.

Who inspires you?

My father Bob. He was a wise businessman who gave good advice.

In 1959, he expanded the business by opening the Sylvania store. People thought he was crazy because at the time it was in the middle of nowhere, but he understood that the community would grow in that direction.

What are your interests beyond the doors of the grocery store?

Woodworking, fishing, puttering around my yard and being outside.

If running the most essential of businesses during a pandemic that closed down your community doesn’t rattle you, there is likely nothing much that will. During a year of unexpected product shortages, customers filling the parking lot before opening hours, half empty delivery trucks, increased county health inspections and unexpected sales growth, Bob Sautter, co-owner of Sautter’s Markets with his brother Jim, talks about 2020 as if it was any other year. During a time when a lot of people were on edge, Bob Sautter stayed calm and carried on.

Four generations of providing the essentials to their customers Sautter’s Markets were started by Bob’s grandfather Ray in 1927. In a grocery industry that now is dominated by superstores and wholesalers, Sautter’s has found a unique balance of offering the best products from big box store competitors while prioritizing a personalized customer experience. Sautter’s in-house butcher offers fresh cut meat daily; their comprehensive wine shops stock an impressive selection; they sell specialty and local product lines and listen to customer requests to order hard to find items. With two locations, one in Sylvania and one in Waterville, both markets make it a priority to ensure that customers feel at home while doing their grocery shopping.

Sautter’s Markets have been a community staple for three generations. And with Bob’s nephew, David Sautter, joining the family business, the Sautter family will continue to be an essential part of the Toledo area for years to come.

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Creating Family Bob oversees the operations of the Waterville store. When looking back over the last year, he relates that what he is most proud of is his employees. “Everyone stepped it up and stuck it out.” His team banded together to serve customers during a confusing and stressful time.

The employees’ dedication is not surprising, as they are seen as an extended family. Several employees have family members who have worked alongside them at Sautter’s for many years. “We hire good people,” Bob states, “I want our employees to wake up in the morning wanting to come to work.” Bob does not believe in micro-managing. “If you have good managers who are knowledgeable in their area of expertise, you need to trust them so they have a stake in the success of the store.”

Bob explains that the most rewarding part of his job is hiring young people who become “college managers,” providing them with an unofficial internship. Bob relies on these young people to do critical tasks such as opening and closing the store and managing fellow employees, thus giving them valuable work experience. “I enjoy selling groceries, but I enjoy even more watching my young people develop.

To me that is way more rewarding than selling a can of beans.”

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What would people be surprised to know about you? I was a wrestler in high school (DeVilbiss) and college (UT). Despite my first year on the wrestling team being my junior year, I went on to win the high school city and district championships and in my senior year of high school I came in third in the state It was a wonderful experience that taught me that I can set my intention with a positive mindset and just go for it. It gave me confidence and the knowledge that hard work pays off.

What is something you are proud of beyond your career? At the age of 61, I went back to school and earned a Master’s in Organizational Leadership from Lourdes University. I had a blast!

Any final words for our readers?

I am happy to serve the public and I am appreciative of all of the past and present employees who have contributed to our success.

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More than any other time in their history, businesses have had to adapt to an ever-changing local economy in the past year. Despite the challenges they have faced, these area entrepreneurs have shown they have the power to not just survive but thrive. We asked them about how things have changed, things we may not know about them and the importance of supporting local businesses.

Locally Grown entrepreneurs

Regional Director of Business Development Ohio Living Swan Creek 5916 Cresthaven Lane 419-865-4445 ohioliving.org

Ten words about your business:

Rebecca Verdugo

Life plan community, independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, rehab.

102.3 Proclaim FM (WPOS) 7112 Angola Rd. Holland 419-865-9767 Ext 207 proclaimfm.com

What would a community look like if there were no locally owned businesses? Locally-owned businesses

Ten words about your business.

Proclaim FM...The BEST Music, Hope in Jesus, Encouragement, Community

Has your locally owned business been affected by Covid-19?

It has been affected regarding holding and attending events. On a positive note, Proclaim FM has been a beacon of hope for many seeking answers, comfort and peace during these uncertain times.

As a locally-owned business, why does the community support you?

We are LIVE and Local! We know our community and how to relate and connect listeners to specific needs and to develop lasting friendships. We are here and present in the community!

Something most people don’t know about me is: I am an Army War Veteran. I served as a Combat Medic in the first Desert Storm War.

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make the community stronger, both culturally and economically; a community without them wouldn’t have the depth or uniqueness we have here in Toledo.

Not only does it mean a lot to us to bring the Ohio Living Mission here, but we’re thrilled that our residents and employees shop and volunteer in the area, so we’re constantly giving back and investing in the local economy.

A community without a local business presence wouldn’t benefit from that support.

Has your locally owned business been affected by Covid-19?

We have. One of the most difficult things for us has been the limitations placed on visitation and social interaction for our residents. With family visits and social activities put on hold, we’ve had to find creative ways to

help residents feel connected. But our staff has done a fantastic job offering activities that are both safe and engaging. Not only have there been masked, socially-distanced games inside, but thanks to generous donors we were able to build a beautiful outdoor observation deck that provides a place for safe events, concerts and family visits. We’re also adding an almost mile-long nature trail to our campus so residents can enjoy the outdoors in a safe and healthy way.

Christmas in July!

Craft Fair & Marketplace Saturday, July 17th, 2021 7112 Angola Rd. Holland, OH 43528

Interested in being a crafter or vendor for this event? Call 419-865-9767.

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Kimberly Arnold

Manager Myers Fireplace and Patio 808 N, Reynolds Rd. 419-531-9789 myersfireplaceandpatio.com Ten words about our business:

Family owned, 60 years, furniture, outdoor kitchens, grills, stoves, accessories.

How has our business been affected by Covid-19? We have been busy through the pandemic so I consider us to be fortunate. We have definitely run into supply issues and extended lead times with some of our vendors but we are doing our best to keep our customers happy.

business owners have strong ties to the community and invest in their local community economically and socially.

As a locally owned business, why does the community support you?

How does your business support the local community?

Local business is the heartbeat of Toledo. Shopping small helps to make our local neighborhoods and economy grow. Local businesses often have smaller environmental footprints,. We employ local people who then spend money in the local economy. Local

Small businesses support other small businesses. One of the companies we do quite a bit of business with is Moon Valley Rustics.

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Jeff Hoffman Jeff’s Hauling & Cleanup 310 Mulberry St., Perrysburg 419-508-3782 Search “Jeff’s Hauling & Cleanup” on Facebook Ten words about your business. Prompt,

professional, family-owned, honest, best in Toledo.

What would a community look like if there were no locally owned businesses? I think a

community without any locally owned business would be rather dull, as the stores would all carry the same products.

The community would suffer, as the experiences and talents that a locally owned business could provide, would not be enjoyed. A locally owned business develops a rapport with the local community and its residents.

Has your locally owned business been affected

by Covid-19? Explain. Yes, with more working from home and

cleaning up their spaces, we have been a little busier. As a locallyowned business, why should the community support you instead of a national chain competitor? We offer personalized service.

We are not a “one size fits all” business. We want to develop relationships with our customer base and turn our customers into friends and family.

How does your business support the local community?

We shop local as much as possible. We also volunteer our time with non- profit organizations.

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Dr. Jon Frankel

Jeff Pettit

Artistic Memorials 12551 Jefferson St. Perrysburg 419-873-0433 artisticmemorials.net

FRANKEL DENTISTRY 5012 Talmadge 419-474-9611 jonfrankeldentistry.com

2nd Location Artistic Memorials 5552 Woodville Rd. Northwood 419-693-0433

Ten words about your business.

Frankel Dentistry is changing lives a smile at a time.

What would a community look like if there were no locally owned businesses?

Patients at Frankel Dentistry often comment on the caring and professional doctors, healthcare providers, and staff. They are treated like family by their dental professionals. The best dental experience is tailored to fit each patient. It feels unique because it is. Locally owned businesses know their roots. Their commitment to the community cannot be quantified. It is felt. You matter when you support local. Local supports you!

As a locally owned business, why should the community support you instead of a national chain competitor?

Ten words about your business. We Bring Granite to Life.

Our Product Will Last Forever

What do you want our readers to know about your business that may not be obvious? There are several

“uniques” at Frankel Dentistry.

One of the things that sets us apart from the rest is our people. We have the best doctors, healthcare providers, and staff.

What would a community look like if there were no locally owned businesses?

You would definitely lose that personal one to one connection that most people prefer. Let’s face it, you can’t always find what you are looking for at a small business but eventually if you stop supporting us, you will see more and more store fronts closed which eventually leads to decaying towns.

As C.W. Lammers stated in 1913, “You will do better in Toledo.” National Chain businesses are profit driven. Care is a commodity. Local businesses are family. They work, live, play and raise their children in their chosen location. It is home.

Has your locally owned business been affected by Covid-19? Not really...early on

I closed the Northwood location for 5 weeks. I never closed the Perrysburg location since that’s where all production is done and we were considered an essential business since we are a cemetery related product. I would say at the beginning of Covid we did more sales of ordering over the phone but never really noticed a drop in sales at all.

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How does your business support the local community?

Frankel Dentistry supports many local causes through donations and sponsorships. Unfortunately, our Bi-Annual Free Dental Days held on the Wednesdays before Thanksgiving and Memorial Day are currently postponed due to COVID-19. Free Dental Days are the highlight of our year.

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Heather Downs Country Club

Where You Belong in 2021!

SENIORS $26 Expires Sept. 30, 2021

18 Holes with Cart Weekdays before 2 PM Senior Scramble - Monday 10am

www.heatherdowns.com • 419.385.0248

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How your locally owned business is important to the economy? We employ lo-

HOME SOLUTIONS OF MAUMEE VALLEY 1038 S. Holland Sylvania Rd. 419-724-1212 homesolutionsofmv.org

cal citizens, which contributes to the local tax base. We pay our employees above scale wages so they are able to give their family a good life and have disposable income to purchase products locally.

Ten words about your business:

Something most people don’t know about me is: I

We are guided and abide by the Golden Rule.

was fortunate to have parents who insisted upon following through on my commitments and instructed me to look to the heavens for wisdom.

What would a community look like if there were no locally owned businesses: It

would be sterile without the flavor of the born and raised citizens, neighbors and friends.

How does your business support the local community? By contributing to Habitat for

Humanity, Donations to Shop with a Cop, The Wounded Warrior Project, Sparrows Nest, Gloves with Love, and employing local citizens at above scale wages.

What inspires you? When I receive hand-written cards in the mail from customers expressing their gratitude to the tradesmen and office personnel in showing interest in their home and remodeling project. Also, the delight in my parents faces when they would enter the office and see that their leadership was instrumental to my success.

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“Helping Seniors & the Homebound” Diet / Menu Selections for:

• Diabetic • Renal • High Blood Pressure Needs

419.874.7451 PASSPORT Approved Ohio Homecare Waiver Approved

LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED

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business. Business was really good the last half of the year because after being stuck at home, people had looked at their walls too long and wanted different pictures up.

Or they had been cleaning out spaces and found lost treasures they thought had been tossed years ago.

LAURA’S FRAMING PLACE 4400 Heatherdowns Blvd.

419-893-7263 facebook.com/LaurasFramingPlace

As a locally-owned business, why should the community support you instead of a national chain competitor? The national chain

Ten words about your business: casual; precise;

professional; informative; creative; fun-loving; local; dog-friendly; semi-focused(depends on the day); driven.

What would a community look like if there were no locally owned businesses:

Pretty boring. Most of the creatively named businesses are locally owned. Personalized names, and the owners are usually working there, if there is only one location.

There aren’t many levels to try to cross getting to the decision maker.

Has your locally owned business been affected by Covid-19? Explain. I was

affected last year because I had to close my doors for 2 months-even though it’s just me here, I was hardly deemed essential. Business had been picking up before that. It took a couple of months or so to get back up and running with steady

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stores aren’t going to sponsor your student’s school events. If you want personalized service, you think that will happen at a big store? I’m really missing the local hardware store here in south Toledo, as one example. To get a one of a kind framing design, you should be able to talk with and help choose what’s best for your order, not just what’s on the shelf.

Something most people don’t know about me is: I

have been framing your memories since November 1983. After 7yrs, 11 months of working for someone else (a local owner), my Dad and I opened Laura’s Framing Place on Nov 8, 1991 at Parkway Plaza in Maumee. Seven years ago, I moved to my present location in south Toledo, so people just think I’m new at this. My business partner and best friend passed away in November 2019, but I think I’m still making Dad proud.

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Bill McConnell Owner Dunright Building Services, Inc. 1057 Custer Dr. 419-537-7465 toledodunright.com

Ten words about your business. We are a local

business the community can trust.

What would a community look like if there were no locally owned businesses? It would all be

run by faceless corporations or franchises where the focus is on the money, not the community.

Has your locally owned business been affected

by COVID-19? Explain.

Yes, we actually had a couple employees come down with it and we also lost one of our installers to the disease.

As a locally-owned business, why should the community support you instead of a national chain competitor?

We live and invest in the community.

We are part of the fabric that weaves service and trust whereas a corporate outfit’s goals are usually just money.

How does your business support the local community? We support many charities like Open Door Ministry and New Life Church.

What locally owned business or businesses do you support and why? We use

mostly locally owned vendors.

How is your locally-owned business important to the local economy?

We provide honest and affordable products for every socioeconomic level in our area.

What do you want our readers to know about your business that may not be obvious? We are local, we are

trustworthy and we are the right choice to give you a new home at the same address.

What is the one piece of advice that most changed your life: My father once told me that integrity and trust are hard to build and easy to lose. “Make your decisions that affect your business, your friends, your employees and your customers the most honest you can.”

What inspires you? My wife Robin, who has been by my side for 40 years. She has the best intuition when it comes to hires at the company, simultaneously being a super mom, wife and grandma.

I’ve never met anyone so smart and so beautiful, and I thank God every day that she is with me through this journey of life, business and family.

Tony Rasczyk

General Manager CONSIGN-IT HOME INTERIORS 6925 W. Central Ave. 419-841-4663 consignittoledo.com Ten words about your business.

Eclectic, fun, funky, everchanging, customer service, variety, trendy, cool

What would a community look like if there were no locally owned businesses? Without locally owned businesses, the community would look cold,not as friendly and warm, not enough variety

Has your locally owned business been affected by Covid-19?

Explain. Yes, we’ve been affected

by Covid by being shut down for 7 weeks last year. That has made us increase our online presence even more through social media and emails.

We’ve been fortunate that our business has grown since more people have been at their home and want to change/update their home furnishings and furniture.

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As a locally-owned business, why should the community support you instead of a national chain competitor? The community should support our local business because we give back to the communities through donations to local charities; we keep up with current trends integrating new styles; we get an eclectic mix of styles that many big box stores can’t compete with us; we give great customer service. We’ve been in business 23 .5 years; that says something about our integrity and ability to change with the trends and give good customer service.

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Day Trips - out and back in one day

Travel

Lake Erie Touring https://www.shoresandislands.com/ West Welcome Center 770 SE Catawba Rd., Port Clinton, 419.734.4386

Estimated driving time: 1 hr. to Sandusky If you like the water – and a variety of options, Lake Erie is for you! The Lake Erie Shores & Islands organization is focused on the western end of the Lake and has created a series of unique trail trips for a day or more. Among the many trails they’re offering, look at this variety:

Hit the Road Spring & Summer 2021

The ideal choices for a day (or more) away

By Julie Pompa Imagine the perfect trip without worry about flights or restrictions at your destination. You can have that perfect trip when you choose to stay closer to home. The Midwest has a delightful variety of options for a day (or longer) trip that is easy to plan, even on an impulse!

We’ve assembled a variety of short trips you can take in a day or more, offering fun, unique experiences and some unexpected alternatives. And remember that the best travel often includes the journey itself. Ready for a great getaway? Let’s go!

Lake Erie Lighthouse Trail - Twenty lighthouses line Lake Erie’s Ohio shoreline, some that date back to the early 18th century. Between Sandusky and Toledo, take a driving tour of the lighthouses on the mainland (with restaurant and village stops in between). Or add an island stop for a day – or more – for immersion in historic lighthouses. Some of our favorites in this region include the Cedar Point Lighthouse, Marblehead Lighthouse, South Bass Island Lighthouse (with a convenient stop at the Perry Victory Memorial), Port Clinton Lighthouse and Toledo Harbor Lighthouse.

Lake Erie Scenic Drives – Selfguided tours of landmarks, buildings and communities offer an interesting day, all at your own pace.

Cheers Trail – Sample some of the area’s nearly two dozen wineries and breweries, although it may take more than an afternoon to get to them all!

Coastal Ohio Trail – Pick the trail experience you prefer – shopping, fishing, birding, outdoor activities or dining – and put together a custom trail for the day – or longer.

Head West – to Ft.Wayne

www.visitfortwayne.com Visitors’ Center - 927 S. Harrison St., Fort Wayne, Indiana

Estimated driving time: 1 ¾ hr.

The second-largest city in Indiana, Ft. Wayne is easy to get around and offers some surprisingly interesting activities for spending the day on the road. Explore urban Ft. Wayne’s outdoor environment on 120 miles of trails including Old Fort, Headwaters Park and Promenade Park, as well as eight miles of water trails. Visit The Landing, originally the dock for canal boats to unload their products, today the city’s oldest neighborhood is a block-long dining and shopping experience. And look for Ft. Wayne’s many murals all around town, and even on your way back home.

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Go Ahead – Spend the Night!

Ohio’s Coolest Small Town Yellow Springs

www.yellowspringsohio.org 101 Dayton St., Yellow Springs Ohio 45387, 937.767.2686

Estimated driving time: 2 ½ hr.

Yellow Springs was established in 1825 with the goal of creating a utopian community. And Yellow Springs has created an artsy, open-minded, free-spirited vibe. Today you can find colorful buildings, interesting local shops and locals always willing to welcome you. Make time to spend in the many shops, galleries and food stops along the village’s main street, Xenia Avenue. Get local brews from Yellow Springs Brewery, or local wines from Brandeberry Winery.

Visit the Clifton Gorge State Nature Preserve, the Glen Helen Nature Preserve or the John Bryan State Park, which are all nearby. And be sure to spend time on the beautiful campus of Antioch College. If you’re so infatuated that you can’t do it all in one day, the Arthur Morgan House B&B, Jailhouse Suites and Mills Park Hotel, among others, can put you up for the night.

At Home Adventures

Downtown Frogs Driving around Downtown Toledo

Frogs invaded downtown Toledo in 2001, the result of an Arts Commission exhibit and sale that decorated more than 100 fiberglass amphibians. The frogs, representing all things Toledo, were sponsored by local businesses and most were purchased afterwards to be displayed in public and private spots. There are about a dozen currently around downtown Toledo today (inside and outside). Spend one or several afternoons around downtown to find and document (photograph) them all. A couple of hints: one lives at a famous seafood restaurant at the Docks, and another protects a downtown fire station. There’s even a Facebook page where you can post your photos. Go online at https://bit.ly/38Vcqnc to see a map for the Downtown Toledo frogs.

Travel the World from Home www.untours.com / www.culinarybackstreets.com

Estimated driving time: None necessary!

Take a cooking class in Tuscany, an art class in France, or a Cinco de Mayo celebration in Mexico City. Untours offer independent vacationing with the planning, service and on-site support of a tour. View a series of online tours and events that continue into the summer, including a Cooking Class from Tuscany and Van Gogh presentation and art class from Aix-en-Provence, France.

Culinary Backstreets offers an authentic look into the world’s culinary capitals through daily online dispatches from more than a dozen cities around the world.

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Weekenders and Short Trips

A Summer of Sports www.milb.com

Estimated driving time: 10 ½ hr. to Omaha; 9 ½ hr. to St. Paul Minor League Baseball has returned in 2021,restructured for this season. The Triple-A East division, the Toledo Mud Hens are members, is now the largest in the Minors, includes 20 teams in 14 states. The new Midwest Division of the Triple-A East includes many teams you’ll recognize, along with some new league members. Take a weekend to explore the team’s city and sports history, and maybe get tickets for when the Hens are in town! Here’s the lineup of teams:

Columbus Clippers – Huntington Park (opened in 2009), 330 Huntington Park Lane, Columbus Indianapolis Indians – Victory Field (opened in 1996), 501 W. Maryland St., Indianapolis Iowa Cubs – Principal Park (opened in 1992), 1 Line Dr., Des Moines Louisville Bats – Louisville Slugger Field (opened in 2000), 401 E. Main St., Louisville Omaha Storm Chasers – Werner Park (opened in 2011), 12356 Ballpark Way, Papillion, Nebraska St. Paul Saints – CHS Field (opened in 2015), 360 N. Broadway St., St. Paul

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The Lume and Indianapolis www.visitindy.com www.discovernewfields.org/lume 4000 N. Michigan Rd., Indianapolis Exhibit & museum entry fees

Estimated driving time: 3 ½ hr.

The immersive art exhibit, famous in Paris and London, has come to the U.S. in Indianapolis. The Lume Indianapolis is an immersive digital art gallery on the Newfields campus adjacent to the Indianapolis Museum of Art. The 30,000 sq. ft. space features about 150 high-definition projectors that will beam images of

famous artwork over the floors, walls and ceilings of the space. The first exhibit, which is scheduled to begin in June, is dedicated to the works of Vincent Van Gogh, featuring 3,000 moving images of his paintings, choreographed to classical music and other accompaniments. Spend some time in downtown Indianapolis, where there are myriad activities to engage your senses. Perhaps a cultural walking trail through downtown (follow markers or use a smartphone self-guided tour) would engage you.

Or walk or rent a pedal boat to get a unique view of the city from the Central Canal.

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Estimated driving time: 70 minutes

This 42 acre historic estate contains 17 beautiful cement bridges, other structures such as three tennis courts, fenced ball diamond, picnic area. The park is truly a sight to see and includes a winding river and two ponds.

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saudervillage.org 22611 State Route 2, Archibold 1-800-590-9755 Historic Sauder’s Village opens May 6, 2021. A visit there brings you intouch with old time hospitality. Visit historic buildings and watch craftsmen engage in their trades. Eat great food in The Barn Restaurant, spend the night in a campground of Heritage Inn, shop for old-time wares such as pottery, glass, herbs and much more. This is a walk through time to be enjoyed by all ages.

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When to go?

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The Great Migration The Biggest Week in American Birding is fun, educational and special.

By Kyle Alison Cubbon In mid April, songbirds migrating north travelled through NW Ohio. Soon after, the warblers arrive. Thousands of birds composed of many species rest and replenish energy reserves along the southern shore of Lake Erie. Trees, berry bushes and ground cover provide perfect resting and feeding resources that the birds require to complete their migration.

The Migration

Seeing the Birds Toledo native biologist-birdwatcher, Tasso Cocoves, commented on the opportunity people have to view migrating songbirds in NW Ohio, “These species evolved to make this annual migration for millennia. Many of the species seen here are suffering population declines throughout their range. I hope that those observing these beautiful birds recognize the need to protect and conserve natural areas that are essential for these species to exist.”

Viewing the birds, and in particular, the warblers, can be addictive. In Lucas County, at parks with boardwalks, you can get quite close - sometimes within a few feet. The beautiful, busy birds are fun to watch. The parks are well set up for the many people who come to see the warblers.

It is generally very quiet with an occasional burst of excitement when an observer spots a rarer warbler.

The Birders

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Migrating songbirds typically Birders come in as many forms and shapes begin arriving early in the spring as the birds themselves. A common birder with the greatest numbers peaking trait is the love of sharing their experiences in early May. By the end of May and knowledge to help others see the birds. most migrants will be gone, but It is the welcoming culture surrounding other very interesting and beautinature and birdwatching that allows anyone ful migrating birds will be present and everyone to enjoy the Biggest Week In through the end of June. Each American Birding! wave of migrants stays for a week The Black Swamp Bird Observatory or so preparing their tiny bodies (BSBO), co-organizers of the Biggest Week in for the next expenditure of energy American Birding (BWIAB) focused on the for their migration. Then, durwarbler migration, provides free information yellow rump warbler ing the night, they continue their (donations are accepted and appreciated), migration to northern breeding including a helpful field guide containing information grounds. It is amazing to know that some warblers’ migration and photos of 30+ birds you may see. The organization is begins as far away as Central South America. The journey is a located just inside the entrance to Magee Marsh, 13551 long and often dangerous trek. The warblers’ and songbirds’ W. SR 2, Oak Harbor, OH 43449. Call 419-898-4070 migratory route is influenced by geographical features and or go to their website at bsbo.org to learn more about atmospheric conditions. The birds know where the stopping their organization. points are and sense the weather and sunlight.

Due to COVID-19, some of the parks may not be open In a single day, an experienced birder may see 20-30 diffor thousands of birders coming for the Biggest Week this ferent warbler species at one location at Magee Marsh. As year. Up to date information about the biggest week is the various species arrive at different times, birders re-visiting found at biggestweekinamericanbirding.org. That site will the same site on different days will yield a new suite of spealso link you to virtual tours being offered this year. cies. Warblers are small, colorful and vocal insect-eaters and Go online for photos of many of everyone, whether they are experienced or not, can see many the birds you will see this year. varieties of warblers. The birds are often low in the foliage and too busy foraging for insects to worry about people. Will McKnight, a local, expert birder shared this tip for knowing Will McNight, a local birding expert who was a you saw a warbler, “when you train your camera on it, it is source for this story, passed away soon after shargone!” ing his photos and tremendous knowledge for this

May 6-10 is the Biggest Week in American Birding, an organized event.

Various species will be migrating through the area until mid-June.

Viewing is best in the early morning or mid- afternoon.

What to take?

Binoculars (you will be able to see birds without binoculars, but magnifying the view is helpful).

Be comfortable, • Layered clothing • Hat • Camera • Water bottle

Where to go?

Magee Marsh Wildlife Area Mageemarsh.org Rt. 2, Oak Harbor, OH Boardwalk and trails Due to Covid, the boardwalk will be closed but the adjacent trails will be open.

Maumee Bay State Park 1400 State Park Rd., Oregon, OH 43616 Ohiodnr.gov Boardwalk and trails Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge 1400 OH-2 Oak Harbor, OH 43449 419-898-0014 fws.gov/refuge/ottawatrails Howard Marsh Metropark 611 S. Howard Rd. Curtice, OH 43412 419-360-9178 Metroparkstoledo.com Boardwalk and trails Metzger Marsh Wildlife Area Off Bono Rd Bono, OH 43412 419-424-5000 Parking pull-offs, trails Crane Creek State Park 13229 OH-2 Oak Harbor, OH 43449 419-898-0960 Stateparks.com Boardwalk and trails

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Finance

Trading Applications

Tech-savvy millennials are using apps for a variety of financial transactions – including managing brokerage accounts. Through popular trading applications like RobinHood and Webull, millennials invest in securities without commission fees or minimum investment requirements.

Apps have enabled unprecedented levels of participation in the market among younger people, thanks to ease of use.

Cryptocurrencies

Demystifying Millenial Money: Buying, selling and investing using a smartphone

By Sean Nestor Millennials today use technology to manage their money. What would it take for other generations to follow suit?

Digital Wallets

With a growing number of purchases being made online, it can become tedious typing in credit card numbers along with billing addresses, expiration dates and security codes.

Wouldn’t it be nice if there was a safe and secure way for your phone or computer to store all that information for you?

Digital wallets solve that issue, storing credit or debit card information securely so that you can quickly and easily accomplish transactions online with no extra fees. A few popular examples include Apple Pay (for iPhone users), G Pay (for Android users), and Samsung Pay (for Samsung users).

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Digital wallets allow you to pay with “contactless payments,” using special point-of-sale technology that allows you to charge your credit or debit card by holding your phone near a card reader. As long as your phone is set up with a supported digital wallet service and has wireless technologies known as Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) or Near Field Communication (NFC), you are good to go.

Among the most interesting technological developments of the last decade has been the astronomical growth of cryptocurrencies, like BitCoin. These currencies are backed only by the complex cryptography that enables secure and accurate recording of transactions in a public ledger.

Users can convert their local currency into cryptocurrencies using an exchange service like Coinbase, and a growing number of vendors (over 2,300 in the United States today) are starting to accept BitCoin along with dollars to complete transactions.

While the utility and long-term future of cryptocurrencies is debated,

they’ve been a profitable investment.

Researchers at Cambridge estimated that BitCoin mining was responsible for over 121 trillion watts per hour of global electric usage last year –consuming more power than the entire nation of Argentina.

See Cryptocurrency Demystified at mlivingnews.com/interest/finance/ cryptocurrency-demystified/

Financial Security

Concerning all these neat apps, you may wonder – “but are they safe?”

It’s not uncommon to feel nervous when it comes to transmitting sensitive financial information. Every app uses encryption and has a number of security measures in place to prevent theft, and most banks and credit card vendors have implemented policies to identify and block fraudulent charges.

Still, the basics are important: use strong passwords, change them regularly, and don’t leave devices unattended in public. These simple practices will go a long way in allowing you to use the best technology has to offer while protecting against fraud and abuse.

Mobile Payment Applications

Certain mobile applications like Venmo (owned by PayPal) and Cash App (owned by Square) have become services that take a fee as the go-to way for individuals to send money to each other. The fees are typically 3%, making them ideal for small transactions, like splitting a restaurant bill or covering a small favor.

Much like digital wallets, mobile payment applications require users to associate their account with a credit card, debit card or bank account.

However, mobile payment apps are different in that users need to pick a unique username (or “handle”) that they can give each other when they want to connect. Though primarily meant for peer-to-peer transactions, the simplicity and popularity of these apps has led to their adoption by some small businesses, including artisans and restaurants.

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Your History.

Your Library.

Books and artifacts inside the Local History and Genealogy Department at the Toledo Lucas County Public Library lay a foundation of who we are today. Whether you are a new arrival or a lifelong resident, (re)discover what makes our region great. With the Library, you can:

Explore history as it happened with extensive newspaper archives.

• Join one of the country’s most popular hobbies and trace your genealogy.

• Read accounts of the labor

movement, locally and nationally, as it pushed for worker rights.

• Begin your family history

search at home using our downloadable Family Tree workbook available at toledolibrary.org/localhistory.

• Add your story to Toledo

Library’s Community Photo Album.

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• Subscribe to the quarterly Local History email newsletter.

• Want to take a deeper dive

in your family history? The Local History and Genealogy Department is here to help!

Life Saving Skills for Seniors

nealogy Department at Main Library to start a thorough investigation of your family history. We can connect you with Genealogy books and research materials that will help your family history come alive.

Plan to spend at least an hour (or more!) with us as none of our materials are able to be checked out. Bring along any documents (birth and death certificates, marriage licenses, etc.) you might have.

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Prepare to avoid catastrophe

• Visit the Local History and Ge-

We also have a number of special FREE Library Genealogy electronic resources that you can access with your Library card number and PIN. Call 419.259.5233, email lhisref@ toledolibrary.org, or visit toledolibrary. org/localhistory to start learning and researching today!

How would you deal with an emergency situation? No one likes to think about the possibility of negative events, but the Boy Scouts motto is well-tested: being prepared makes a world of difference.

Call 911

Though perhaps obvious, there are a few things to remember when you call 911. Responders need to know where you are to get to the location quickly.

It’s crucial to stay calm and give the specifics concerning the location and the situation. Also, don’t hang up the phone once you’ve provided the information. The dispatcher will continue to communicate with you until the responders arrive.

Technology

Denise Champagne, Director of the Inkster Senior Center in Inkster, MI, since 1996, and working with senior programs since 1974, explains that isolation is one of the biggest factors affecting seniors’ health. She sees technology as a useful tool for seniors, explaining, “Connected is protected.”

Having a smart phone or device like Alexa or Siri, and knowing how to use it, could save your life. You can simply tell Siri to call 911 or an ambulance.

Alexa cannot call 911 for you, but can call one of your contacts, who can then call emergency services.

Also monitoring apps are downloadable to your phone, to document health information. WebMD, iPharmacy, Glucose Buddy, and Stress Check Pro are all free apps that assist with a variety of services.

File of Life

File of Life, another useful tool, provides emergency responders who come to your home with necessary information to save valuable time. File of Life is connected to a refrigerator magnet attached to a plastic pocket.

Inside the pocket is a card which holds relevant emergency information, including medical insurance number, primary care physician’s name and phone number along with emergency contacts. Alternatively, you could create your own medical information sheet.

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No matter how you choose to make your information accessible, it is crucial that it be easy to find. The refrigerator is the standard place for this, but make sure it is visible. The pictures of your grandchildren are definitely adorable, but don’t let them obscure this vital information.

Classes

Classes are available for instruction on various life saving skills.

CPR (CardioPulmonary Resuscitation) is one of the most well known life saving techniques. The Red Cross offers classes, both online and in person, for CPR along with classes for First Aid Training, BLS (Basic Life Support), and AED training (Automated External Defibrillator, a medical device that re-establishes an effective heart rhythm, if necessary). Find a Red Cross class near you at redcross. org/local/ohio/take-a-class The internet has an endless variety of web sites and videos. The Red Cross also has its own YouTube channel, with videos about many different kinds of life saving skills, as well as disaster preparedness suggestions. youtube.com/user/AmRedCross Emergency situations can be intimidating and scary. Taking charge and being prepared makes those situations more manageable. Empowering yourself through knowledge can give you the confidence to take action and could mean the difference between life and death. The more you know, the more you can do.

May/June 2021

Health Events Get healthy! Walk in the TOPS May Challenge

Need a Vaccine?

The weather is nice, so it’s time to get outside and start moving— and maybe win a prize for doing it! Participants can walk, run or even skate 31 miles this month at The Olander Park System (TOPS) parks and other venues during their May Challenge.

If you keep track of your distances, you’ll maybe win a prize at the end of May. The program is free to the community, and prize or no prize, you will have gained better health for sure. Get a friend involved and walk together! Call 419-882-8313 or register at https://bit. ly/3g0GBxy, and download a tracking sheet at https:// bit.ly/3wMyURCEndnote

We all know that if you need assistance finding out facts or advice, one of the best places to go is the library. Now, all Toledo Lucas County Public Libraries are helping people with one of the most important things of all: Signing-up for COVID-19 vaccines.

Any resident who needs help can stop into any branch of the library or call 419-259-5200. So far, the Library has assisted over 1000 people in registering for their vaccinations.

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Dini ng out Saba’s Dockside Bistro: Dining for landlubbers

Tracy and Bruce Saba make the galley sing

by Jeff Glick The Toledo Yacht Club on Summit Street in North Toledo is closer than it may seem. Our dinner group was concerned that the journey from our starting point in West Toledo could be lengthy, yet it turned out to be only a 10-15 minute ride to the stately building adorned with stained glass, scrolled woodwork and ionic columns outlining the formal dining room.

The restaurant, Saba’s Dockside Bistro, is operated by longtime Toledo restaurateurs Tracy and Bruce Saba.

Tracy, the daughter of Toledo restaurant legend Frank Unkle, and Bruce worked together at Frank Unkle’s on the Maumee River and then went on to operate the Charcoal House for many years. They also currently operate Bistro 1705 on Reynolds Road in the Holiday Inn. The Toledo Yacht Club’s food and liquor service are operated separately.

The Club holds the liquor license and runs the bar area downstairs while the food is managed, prepared and served by the Sabas and their staff on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. The dining room menu is also served in the bar downstairs but we preferred enjoying our meal in the stately dining room which was much quieter than the lively downstairs bar.

Menu Selections

From the appetizer selections we ordered several mollusks, including Prince Edward Island mussels, served in a garlicky beurre blanc sauce, and escargot, roasted with a topping of melted cheese, along with spinach artichoke dip. The choices were appreciated by our tablemates and were good for sharing. The atmosphere, almost elegant, became more so as the early evening sun turned past dusk to darkness. The restaurant opens onto

a balcony patio which overlooks the Yacht Club pool. The balcony and the pool surround are available for outdoor seating / dining during warmer weather months.

The Sabas continue the supper club tradition of yore, as each meal selection includes a salad, a vegetable and a starch. Salads are served deconstructed with a chunk of iceberg lettuce buttressed by shredded carrots, red onion and chopped tomatoes, accompanied by assorted dressings. The dinner rolls were fresh and warm and carried a light dusting of salt. Our party of six sampled the menu’s variety : the New York strip steak was beautifully marbled and cooked as requested; fish dishes including Lake Superior whitefish, served broiled or with cajun seasoning, Norwegian salmon nicely grilled and a shrimp and pasta dish. One diner remarked that the vegetables accompanying his dish, while plentiful, were more thoroughly cooked than he preferred. The menu also offers comfort foods like pork chops, beef bourguignon, baby back ribs and an assortment of sandwiches, including hot roast beef and a mushroom-onion swiss burger. Nightly specials are also offered, which during our visit was a generous portion of Lake Erie perch.

Each entree is served on a plate garnished with a cling peach half on a bed of lettuce, harkening back to the glory days of Supper Club dining in the 60s and early 70s. Desserts are homemade by Tracy including the brownie for the grand sundae (oh, the real whipped cream!), creme brulee and bread pudding. We sampled the sundae-- enough for each tablemate to take a taste, but missed out on the bread pudding (made fresh daily, but when it is gone, it is gone).

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Accessibility: Dining room is not wheelchair accessible due to a number of steps to dining room and restrooms.

Bar is accessible.

Special Diets: Limited at best but large menu. Call before you go.

Cleanliness: Dining room is very clean.

Lighting: No problem.

Nose: Quiet Kids: Welcome but no kids’ menu.

Parking: Plenty and free.

This beautiful venue, open to the public and accompanied by the Sabas time tested service and kitchen experience, is a spot to put on your list for this spring and summer. What a treat to look out over the water at the Maumee Bay. We will definitely be back when the boats are in at the Toledo Yacht Club docks and the weather warms up so that we can enjoy the outdoor accoutrements and another supper club meal.

5:30-9pm, Thurs., Fri., Sat. At the Toledo Yacht Club 3900 Summit St. 419-318-9017 | sabasdockside.com

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Storytelling The Books That Changed My Life

Sharing books is one way I’m able to feel part of a larger community. Joining celebrity reading clubs, local and national book clubs, or enjoying classics most people have read, such as “The Grapes of Wrath,” unites us.

By Amy Laundrie “Hurry up, Slowpoke” was one of the first books I was able to read myself.

Simon Mouse is a slowpoke who lags behind his mother and sister and winds up having a fantastic adventure on his own. It was the start of my journey as a lifelong reader.

Pages of Inspiration The Boxcar Children series was a favorite when I was in elementary school. Part of the appeal may have been the freedom the Alden children had. Orphans Henry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny had to fend for themselves with incredible adventures along the way.

Looking at the books now, I feel a sense of wanderlust. The series encouraged my imagination, a gateway to becoming a writer.

The Trixie Beldon mystery series was a favorite when I was in middle school.

Besides being page turners, I loved being transported into exotic, unfamiliar settings such as haunted mansions. This series likely prompted my love of travel.

The book that helped decide my teaching career was Catherine Marshall’s “Christy.” The young teacher taught in an Appalachian school amidst poverty and superstitions. As an idealistic young woman, I wanted to do the same. I’ve reread it several times and it continues to hold magic for me.

“Big Red,” “The Yearling,” “Old Yeller,” “Where the Red Fern Grows,” and “My Friend Flicka” were favorite animal stories. The sadder the stories were, the more I remembered and cherished them. Bring on the tears! Review-

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ers have mentioned my skill at writing animal characters. My admiration of these emotion-driven books may have helped.

Family Connection

Books were deciding factors in naming my daughters. Heather conjures up images of the moors in the classic “Wuthering Heights.” Heidi evokes memories of the vibrant young orphan traveling to the Alps and helping turn her grumpy goat-herding grandfather into a happy, loving man. Heather is an organic farmer at heart, and Heidi does exude joy and happiness. A coincidence? Maybe not.

“Black Elk Speaks,” edited by John Neihart, the story of the Oglala Lakota visionary and healer living from 1863-

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1950, stirred my interest in Native American culture and spirituality. Summing up the meaning of the Wounded Knee Massacre in 1890, Black Elk wrote: “And I can see that something else died there in the bloody mud, and was buried in the blizzard. A people’s dream died there. It was a beautiful dream.”

Compilations of essays such as Jacqueline Mitchard’s “The Rest of Us” and Anna Quindlen’s “Loud and Clear” showed me it was possible to combine favorite columns into a book. “My Laugh, Cry, Reflect: Stories From a Joyful Heart” resulted from that discovery. Reading is a bonding experience. My mother and I shared a love of reading and she introduced me to authors such as James Michener, Leon Uris, and Sidney Sheldon. Discussing books brought us closer together.

Similarly, when I first met my given son as a four-year-old, he and I read and reread his favorite book, “The Tales of Peter Rabbit.” Being able to cuddle with him and share the antics of the naughty rabbit brought us closer.

Globally, sharing books is one way I’m able to feel part of a larger community.

Joining celebrity reading clubs, local and national book clubs, or enjoying classics most people have read, such as “The Grapes of Wrath,” unites us. I’ve kept a reading log since 1993, rating each of the books I’ve read. I’ll keep writing the logs because books, I am certain, will continue to influence my life.

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Ladies’ Day at Sofo’s Ladies get 10% off every second and fourth Tuesday of the month! Excludes alcohol and sale items. 9am-7pm.

Sofo’s Italian Market, 5400 Monroe St. 419-882-8555. shopsofos.com

[fundraiser]

2021 No Show Gala

Fight childhood hunger without getting dressed up! SeaGate Food Bank’s annual No Show Gala runs now through May 3. Take a look at our website to purchase tickets and for a list of possible prizes. Virtual Event. 419-244-6996. seagatefoodbank.org [music]

Art & Music Collide

Canadian-born violinist Lara St. John has been described as “something of a phenomenon” by The Strad and a “high-powered soloist” by the New York Times. She has been featured in People, US News and World Report, on CNN’s Showbiz Today, NPR’s All Things Considered, CBC and BBC. 8pm. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-246-8000. toledosymphony.com [misc.]

Olander Community Garden Box

Spring is just around the corner and we’re preparing for another great year at the TOPS community garden.

Plots are available on a first-comefirst-served basis. The community garden season is May 1 to October 31. $30. Olander Park, 6930 Sylvania Ave., Sylvania. 419-882-8313. olanderpark.com [art]

Student Art Show 2021 & Emily Páez’s Solo Exhibition

This juried exhibition showcases the best student work produced in the College’s Visual Art classes. Additionally, the exhibit will feature the artwork of Emily Páez. The Ohio native graduated from Owens Community College in 2015 with an Associate of Applied Science degree. 6-8pm.

Walter E. Terhune Art Gallery, 7270 Blinker Rd., Perrysburg. 567-6617956. owens.edu Free

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THURSDAY 6

Ear | Eye: Listening and Looking: Contemporary Music and Art

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Outdoor Interpretive Programs

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SATURDAY 1

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Pottery to Go – Sgraffito Plate or Pot

Back again by requests! Sgraffito is a creative way to explore 2D on your 3D pottery creation! You will be supplied with red class clay to make your projects and supplied with white slip to be applied on your red/brown clay to do the sgraffito. Must have successfully completed the 577 Adult Pottery 6 Week Class to participate. $20. 10:30am-5:30pm. The 577 Foundation, 577 East Front St., Perrysburg. 419-874-4174. 577foundation.org [music]

Small Ensemble: New Music Ensemble

The New Music Ensemble will present a concert. This recital is free and open to the public. 8pm. Moore Musical Arts Center, Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green. 419372-2181. events.bgsu.edu Free [comedy]

The Christi Show’s – Ms. Shirleen

Christianee Porter also known as The Christi Show is a proud native of Little Rock, Arkansas who currently resides in Atlanta Georgia. She is an entertainer that loves to act, sing, rap, and dance. $37. 7pm. Funny Bone Toledo, 6140 Levis Commons Blvd., Perrysburg. 419-931-3474. toledo. funnybone.com

‘Get Outside Yourself’ on these guided interpretive walks that explore subjects related to the natural and/ or cultural history of the Metroparks.

Program opportunities include Park Highlights walks, Seasonal explorations, Nature at Night walks, Family Frolics, and more! 7:30-8:30am.

Wildwood Preserve Metropark, 5100 W. Central Ave. 419-407-9700. metroparkstoledo.com Free [misc.]

Free Legal Advice Clinic for Veterans

A Free Legal Clinic is offered to Veterans (who are Ohio residents) at the VA Toledo Community Based Outpatient Clinic, 2nd floor conference room. Volunteer attorneys from Ohio are available to answer legal questions for veterans. Walk-in only, no prior registration is required. 9am.

Toledo Community Based Outpatient Clinic, 1200 South Detroit Ave. 419259-2000. annarbor.va.gov Free

FRIDAY 7 [theater]

20K Leagues Under The Sea

The UToledo Black Theatre Ensemble, in collaboration with UToledo’s Department of Theatre and Film, Department of Communication, the Toledo Arts Commission and the 2020 Momentum Festival, presents a virtual recording of 20K LEAGUES UNDER THE SEA. 8:55pm. Virtual Event.

419-530-2787. utoledo.tix.com Free

BGSU students in the DMA program will perform contemporary music in the Toledo Museum of Art galleries.

7pm. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-372-2531. events. bgsu.edu Free

SUNDAY 9 [music]

Beethoven’s Razumovsky

We complete our season-long celebration of Beethoven’s 250th birthday with one of his most popular quartets, the Russian-inspired Razumovsky. Paired with this are two contemporary American works drawing inspiration from the woodwind section of the orchestra. 7pm. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-246-8000. toledosymphony.com [misc.]

BG Flea Market

Two buildings packed with vendors, hundreds of tables full of treasures.

Free parking and admission. Outdoor vendors (weather permitting). For vendor information contact Ruth Kerr directly by phone. 9am-4pm. Wood County Fairgrounds, 13800 W. Poe Road, Bowling Green. 419-2770033. gobgohio.com Free [misc.]

Mother’s Day Event

Join Majestic Oak Winery and Neon Groundhog Brewery for a Mother’s Day event featuring music from Ramona & Trez. 12-4pm. Majestic Oak Winery, 13554 Mohler Road, Grand Rapids. 419-875-6474. majesticoakwinery.com CONTINUED on P.26

WEDNESDAY 5 [health]

Earth-based Healing

Slower-paced experiences that offer specific information to promote wellness and connection to nature.

Program opportunities include Forest Therapy and Healing Immersions, Herbal Adventures, Yoga in the Metroparks, Nature Rx, and more! $3.

6-7pm. Secor Metropark, 10001 W. Central Ave., Berkey. 419-407-9700. metroparkstoledo.com

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[music]

FRIDAY 14

[misc.]

Virtual Blue Week: A Celebration of Oak Openings

Dancing Fairy Tales

[history]

Join The Olander Park System and the partners of the Oak Openings Green Ribbon Initiative to celebrate this globally rare habitat during an all-new Blue Week. A wide range of free virtual events across Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan will feature the importance of biodiversity in the region. Virtual Event.

419-882-8313. oakopenings.org/ blue-week

AIA-Toledo Society Online Lecture – Dr. Geoff Emberling

Napata was an urban center for nearly 2000 years, at least 1500 BCE to 250 CE. While earlier generations of research at the site focused on the monumental pyramids, temples, and palaces that are its most visible remains, a new project at the site aims to reconceptualize these scattered monuments as parts of an ancient city.

7pm. Virtual Event. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org

OUTDOOR CONCERT SERIES

Music at the Market HISTORIC DOWNTOWN PERRYSBURG

Presented by Mercy Health

in partnership with Perrysburg Convention & Visitors Bureau The City of Perrysburg

A magical world of adventure awaits! Bring your entire family and see the beloved stories of Hans Christian Andersen and others uniquely come to life with talented dancers from Toledo Ballet and live music by Toledo Symphony musicians. 7pm.

Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-246-8000. toledosymphony. com

Miniature Garden Event

Led by costumed guides, guests will tour the fort by lantern light, witness a nighttime musket demonstration, and experience the historic battlefield as soldiers did during the War of 1812. Experience Fort Meigs after dark! $10-15. 8pm. Fort Meigs, 29100 W River Road, Perrysburg.

419-874-4121. fortmeigs.org

Leap into fun and fitness at the Medical Mutual Dart Frog Dash! The Toledo Zoo’s Dart Frog Dash is for the whole family! The 5k course takes participants through the neighborhood to the west of the Zoo, through the Zoo’s Tembo Trail and ends in Main Plaza. The Kids’ Fun Run is within the safety of Zoo grounds. $12-28. 8:30am. Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way. 419-385-5721. toledozoo.org

TUESDAY 18 [community]

Toastmasters

June 10

Abbigale & the Fellas

June 17

Suburban Legend

June 24

July 15

July 1

Swingmania

July 8

Way 2 Much

July 22

The Boys & the Blues

July 29

Wolf Creek Risin’

American pianist Jon Nakamatsu continues to draw unanimous praise as a true aristocrat of the keyboard, whose playing combines elegance, clarity, and electrifying power.

8pm. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-246-8000. toledosymphony.com

Fort Meigs After Dark Lantern Tour

SATURDAY 15

The Lori LeFevre Group Caswell & the Company

Nakamatsu Plays Chopin

SATURDAY 22

Medical Mutual Dart Frog Dash 5k at Toledo Zoo

June 3

[music]

[history]

[misc.]

Academy Brass Quintet

FRIDAY 21

Maumee Valley Power Lunch Toastmasters Club provides a supportive and positive learning experience in which members are empowered to develop communication and leadership skills, resulting in greater self-confidence and personal growth.

12pm. Virtual Event. toastmasters.org Free

[misc.]

Plant your own miniature garden.

Choose three miniature plants, moss, mulch and bark for your finishing touches. Soil included. Space is limited. $35. 2pm. Wolf’s Blooms and Berries, 8140 Scotch Ridge Road, Bowling Green. 419-3523577. wolfsbloomsandberries.com

SATURDAY 29 [history]

A Pivotal Fight

Join us as Fort Meigs hosts reenactors from across the U.S. and Canada to commemorate the First Siege of Fort Meigs by recreating authentic military camps and tactical demonstrations. $11. 9:30am5pm. Fort Meigs, 29100 W River Road, Perrysburg. 419-874-4121. fortmeigs.org

MONDAY 31 [history]

Blacksmith Open Forge Demonstration Day

Join us for a variety of Demonstration Days throughout the year.

Watch and learn historic activities and traditions at the log cabin, throughout the grounds or inside the museum. Demonstration provided

by Northwest Ohio Blacksmiths.

10am. Wood County Museum, 13660 County Home Rd., Bowling Green. 419-352-0967. woodcountyhistory.org Free

Please Bring Chair & Blanket Thursdays, 7:00 p.m. Commodore Schoolyard

140 E. Indiana Avenue Parallel to the Perrysburg Farmers Market

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TUESDAY 15 [lit.]

Morning Blood in Mio Virtual Book Release

THURSDAY 3 [music]

Music at the Market: Academy Brass Quintet - A summer of live

musical performances kicks off with a show by Toledo’s Brass Quintet.

7pm. Commodore Schoolyard, 140 E. Indiana Ave. 419-874-9147. perrysburgfarmersmarket.com Free

Join author Curtis A. Deeter to celebrate the release of his debut novel. Fans of Terry Pratchett, Christopher Moore, Douglas Adams, Ben Aaronovitch, and Piers Anthony will love this hilarious fantasy about ill-advised marriage, untimely death, spontaneous omening, and the oafish yet lovable Chase Cross, “detective” ordinaire. Virtual Event.

419-244-6996. fb.me/e/61sSJjIl1

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[misc.]

[music]

Plant Nite

6/3/2021 6:30pm

We partnered with Jeffers Greenhouse for Plant Nite again. Cost includes all supplies, appetizers and a glass of wine or craft beer. $45. 6:30pm. Majestic Oak Winery, 13554 Mohler Road, Grand Rapids. 419-875-6474. majesticoakwinery.com

Music at the Market: Suburban Legend - Local favorites Subur-

ban Legend return to play the Perrysburg Farmers Market. 7pm.

Commodore Schoolyard, 140 E. Indiana Ave. 419-874-9147. perrysburgfarmersmarket.com Free

FRIDAY 18 [history]

FRIDAY 4

AIA-Toledo Society Online Lecture – Andrea Gardner

[fundraiser]

2021 FHEA Golf Outing

Repatriation of cultural property in general, and of antiquities in particular, has become a popular topic. Several news headlines in the past few years have featured stories of museums giving back artifacts to their countries of origin.

7pm. Virtual Event. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org

[music]

SATURDAY 19

Join the Facilities and Healthcare Engineers Association of Northwest Ohio for its annual golf outing.

All proceeds support scholarship applicants. $150-500. 7am. Giant Oak Golf Club, 1024 Valetta Dr., Temperance. fheatoledo.org

Mahler’s Song of the Earth

6/4/2021 8:00pm Mezzo-soprano Susan Platts and tenor Brandon Scott Russell join the TSO for a magical performance of Mahler’s Das Lied von der Erde, a work combining vocal soloists, orchestra and heartfelt poetry in a landmark reflection on the beauty of life and the inevitability of mortality. 8pm. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-246-8000. toledosymphony.com

[history]

Muster on the Maumee

6/19/2021 9:30am See the evolution of the common soldier. Soldiers, artisans, and civilians give demonstrations throughout the weekend. Period military camps are open for visiting. Weapon demonstrations take place each day. $11. 9:30am. Fort Meigs, 29100 W River Road, Perrysburg. 419874-4121. fortmeigs.org

THURSDAY 24 [music]

Music at the Market: The Lori Lefevre Group - Local jazz favorites

play in Perryburg. 7pm. Commodore Schoolyard, 140 E. Indiana Ave. 419874-9147. perrysburgfarmersmarket. com Free

FRIDAY 25 [comedy]

Dusty Slay

Dusty walks you through a childhood in the trailer park, his adult years in the workforce and as an occasional blackout drunk. $19.40. 7pm. Funny Bone Toledo, 6140 Levis Commons Blvd., Perrysburg. 419-931-3474. toledo.funnybone.com

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SUNDAY 20

[misc.]

[food]

Father’s Day BBQ & Brew

6/20/2021 12:00pm

Annual event with food from Big C’s BBQ. Reservations preferred to reserve dinner choice. Children are welcome at this event. 12pm. Majestic Oak Winery, 13554 Mohler Road, Grand Rapids. 419-8756474. majesticoakwinery.com

Celebrate the Garden and Labyrinth

The Labyrinth and Garden is designed to be a sanctuary for peace, prayer, meditation, and healing. It is open to the public and is for everyone to enjoy and use. 4pm. Norma Stark Memory Garden and Labyrinth, 345 W. South Boundary. 419-351-3268. normastarklabyrinth.com

[health]

Muddy Mini Half Marathon, Quarter Marathon & 5K

Run River Road, along the Mighty Maumee; from historic uptown Maumee, all the way to Fifth Third Field in the heart of downtown

KEEP CALM

THURSDAY 10

IT’S IN THE

[music]

Music at the Market: Abbigale and the Fellas - Mercy Heath’s

MAILBOX

presentation of a summer full of musical performances continues.

7pm. Commodore Schoolyard, 140 E. Indiana Ave. 419-874-9147. perrysburgfarmersmarket.com Free

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Toledo. Choose the Half Marathon, Quarter Marathon, or 5k distance; all three finish in the outfield, where the Toledo Mud Hens play. $3085. 7:30am. Fifth Third Field, 406 Washington St. 419-356-4881. runtoledo.com

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Theater FRIDAY 7

30 Reasons Not T o Be in a Play Toledo Repertoire Theatre There are at least “30 Reasons Not To Be in a Play,” according to the comedy written by Alan Haehnel. The Young Rep cast of the Toledo Repertoire Theatre’s upcoming production are ignoring all of them. Directed by Melissa Shaffer, the show is a satirical look at all of the things that can, and do, go wrong, while onstage. Everything from awkward kisses to inadvertently starting major conflicts are depicted over the course of a hilarious evening of staged comedy. Limited attendance in accordance with CDC guidelines. Friday, May 7 through Sunday, May 9. For the latest information on tickets, visit toledorep.org.

Friday 14

Schuler King

Toledo Funny Bone Shuler King will make you laugh yourself silly. The up-and-coming comedian has an interesting side job: He works as a licensed funeral director and embalmer at his family’s funeral business in South Carolina. King will stop at Toledo Funny Bone for three nights beginning May 14. His raw and uncompromising style will have you roaring at the ridiculousness of life— and maybe death, too. $32. 7:30 and 9:15pm, Friday, May 14. 6 and 8:30pm, Saturday, May 15. 6pm, Sunday, May 16.

6140 Levis Commons Blvd., Perrysburg. 419-931-3474. toledo.funnybone.com

Dancing Fairy Tales

TMA Peristyle Bringing beloved children’s stories to life onstage has long been a part of the theater experience. This month, the Toledo Symphony will join the tradition with Dancing Fairy Tales. Led by the Toledo Ballet’s Director/ Choreographer Michael Lang, the show will depict some classic stories by authors such as Hans Christian Anderson, accompanied by music performed by members of the Toledo Symphony Orchestra. $25-40 for in-person tickets, $19.99 for streaming. 7pm, Friday, May 14. 3pm, Saturday, May 15. Toledo Museum of Art Peristyle, 2445 Monroe St. 419-246-8000. toledosymphony.com

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Scene St.Patrick’s Day

2020 was a year without St. Patrick’s Day celebrations. So this year folks were ready for a day of Irish-American themed revelry!

Amy Fritz and Julie Fleck celebrating at The Blarney

Donna & Ben Smith in the DORA district in Downtown Toledo

Best of Toledo 2020

The 2020 Best of Toledo winners had a drive-thru party at Yark in Perrysburg to pick up their awards on April 23!

Jackie Snyder and Ron McFarlane on St. Patrick’s night at My Way Bistro

Kimberlee Kristoff of Back to Basics celebrated her win with her whole team!

DJ T.O. won big this year!

Claudia David-Roscoe of Health Foods by Claudia brought her vintage vehicle to the event!

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1 *Ready to set sail, say 8 Diplomatic rep.

11 Machines with Windows, briefly 14 More tired 15 Foe of Chiang 16 Swing, jazz or rock ‘n’ roll 17 *1950s sitcom co-star 19 Early internet company 20 Investor’s purchase: Abbr.

21 Amazement 22 German cameras 24 Bashful 26 *Hester Prynne’s mark of shame 28 No-no 31 Continental coins 32 “Inside the NBA” analyst Shaq 33 Returning GI’s diagnosis 34 Capitol Hill helper 38 Musically monotonous 40 Collection of sacred songs 42 Geeky type 43 19-Across et al.

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3 Begin to parallel park, with “in” 4 “... __ quit!”

5 Feel crummy 6 Race with batons 7 Sketched 8 Org. with a Health Care Advocacy web page 9 Ducks whose males have green heads 10 Slow-tempo Spanish dance 11 Quiet partner 12 Zagreb native 13 Taco topper 18 Harass 23 “Casablanca” heroine 24 Stinkers 25 Prefix with gram 27 Zodiac borders 28 Bugs Bunny or Bullwinkle

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36 College faculty head 37 Shore bird 39 __ of iodine: antiseptic 41 China’s continent 44 Group of jurors 47 Ferdinand II’s realm 49 Rings, as a bell 50 Bike spokes, geometrically 51 Furry aquatic mammal 52 Elder statesman 55 To be, in Tours 56 Puccini piece 57 Pipe part 58 Stevenson’s villainous Mr. 61 Wrath 62 Scoreboard abbr. for a rainout 63 High school subj.

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