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We talk a lot in MLiving about the importance of mental health, but, to me, there’s never a more important time than Veterans Month to shine a light on your wellbeing.
Though the appreciation should be a key focus year-round, Veterans Month is a great time to show kindness and give thanks to the people who fought in devastating wars to keep our country free and safe. We are taking the time to thank our Veterans with this issue of MLiving through our “Heroes Handbook,” a guide for local veterans to further connect with the community. We provide tips for veterans seeking mental health assistance, as well as a guide to honor flights veterans can take to visit the Washington, D.C. memorials for those who have fallen in battle. (P.17).
We discuss ways to use your money and creativity to treat your loved ones to special gifts during the holidays (P.13).
Caring for your mental health is paramount for all people – not just those who have experienced a major life event or trauma. This issue of MLiving also has tips and tricks for non-veterans to take care of the physical body and mind with our Look Good, Feel Good Guide (P.10).
However, people can care for their mental health by practicing giving back.
In keeping with the theme of giving back, we also feature a comprehensive volunteering guide for people to give their time to local organizations (P.26). It’s important to know you are not alone. Everyonen can experience feelings of insecurity pertaining to their emotional and physical wellbeing. Keeping in touch with those you love and trust can help avoid feelings of isolation. Resting and stretching will help to keep your physical form in good health, and connecting with your feelings will make you a better person and community contributor. Being mindful of your actions and feelings and how they affect those around you will help you live a happier, longer life.
As John Lennon once said, “Count your age by friends, not years. Count your life by smiles, not tears.” Remember to keep smiling, and enjoy this latest edition of MLiving!
Happy reading!
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New Greater Toledo Community Foundation President & CEO
After 20 years of exceptional service from former President and CEO Keith Burwell, a search committee selected Kate Sommerfeld to succeed Burwell’s legacy. Sommerfeld, a native Toledoan, has worked for major organizations like United Way and ProMedica, where she spearheaded the Social Determinants of Health Institute. She is eager to demonstrate her passion for corporate giving and community investment with the GTCF. toledocf.org
Area Office on Aging Secures
$2.7 Million for Community Wellness
The Area Office on Aging secured a $2.7 million investment from the State of Ohio to improve the Lakewoods Campus in South Toledo. Campus walkability will be upgraded, with an addition of a walking path and benches along with 52 units of affordable senior housing and a new Margaret Hunt Senior Center. “This $2.7 million is going to accomplish (safer use of the Campus) for the 400 older adults and veterans who call the Lakewoods Campus in South Toledo home, for the 400 people who work here, and for the 1,700 people who visit here,” Justin Moor, President/CEO of the AOoA, explains. areaofficeonaging.com
Marcy Kaptur Announces Major NIH Award to UT Neurological Research
Kaptur announced that the University of Toledo Health Science Campus was awarded $421,000 from the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences. This award is aimed at research to understand the link between developmental exposure to organic chemical compounds and neurodevelopmental disorders. “I am thrilled to see the University of Toledo yet again at the forefront of important biomedical research. This major award underscores the significance of studying environmental impacts on one’s health and reinforces our commitment to advancing scientific understanding that can lead to better health outcomes for our community and beyond,” Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur said. utoledo.edu
TMACOG ACCEPTS WATER WORKFORCE COALITION AWARD
Northwest Ohio’s Water Workforce Coalition was recognized for its regional leadership and innovation with an award from the National Association of Regional Councils (NARC). The Water Workforce Coalition is a group of community partners creating awareness of career opportunities, centered around offering a fast, affordable and hands-on education. Water and wastewater workers are essential for communities to provide safe and reliable drinking water and to return clean treated water to the environment. Recognizing this regional need, TMACOG partnered with Owens Community College, the City of Toledo, and utility service providers throughout the region, securing a $500,000 grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to create a new 16-week Water Treatment Professions Certificate program at Owens that began in January 2024. waterworksforyou.org
NATIONAL MUSEUM OF GREAT LAKES ANNOUNCES EXPANSION
The National Museum of the Great Lakes has launched its Second Wave, a campaign to create a hub encouraging Great Lake conversations by preserving the history, fueling education and boosting economic vitality in our region. Focusing on fundraising and donor support to reach a $6 million goal, more than $4.4 million has been raised which will go toward the Museum”s 5,000-squarefoot expansion. Aspects of the project include areas dedicated to temporary and traveling exhibits, new permanent exhibit spaces and a community education center. nmgl.org/thesecondwave
YWCA’S CAPITAL CAMPAIGN
The YWCA of Northwest Ohio is making major changes to its1950s facility with an extensive renovation project. The capital campaign is focused on creating a safer and more contemporary space for community members. The first phase began in April with asbestos removal. The next step involves overhauling the mechanical, electrical, plumbing and HVAC systems, plus a partial roof replacement, installation of flooring over the former swimming pool and construction of 11 new resident rooms for the Domestic Violence Shelter. Phase two will begin by creating first-floor space for community programs and administrative offices and completion of the resident rooms and shelter staff offices. New resident rooms are planned along with a new kitchen and dining space in the Domestic Violence Shelter. The first phase cost was $14.8 million and an additional $4 million is needed to complete the second phase. ywcanwo.org/donate
TOLEDO MUSEUM OF ART’S “ETHIOPIA AT THE CROSSROADS” EXHIBIT
The Toledo Museum of Art (TMA) is now showcasing national exhibition history in Northwest Ohio. Through Nov. 10, “Ethiopia at the Crossroads,” the first major US exhibition showcasing Ethiopian art through a global lens and recounting that country’s artistic heritage from its genesis to today — 1,750 years’ worth — is on display in the Green Building’s Levis Gallery, TMA’s exhibition features more than 225 items, ranging from devotional paintings and metalwork to sculptures by contemporary Ethiopian-based artists as well as works from the Ethiopian diaspora. $10 per person for non-TMA members. Museum entry for everyone is always free. toledomuseum.org/events
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TMACOG Executive Director Sandy Spang (middle) and colleagues accepting the award.
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Ann Cavera: A Patchwork of Life
From serving in the Peace Corps to writing a book, Cavera sews her passions together
By Riley Runnells
Life presents daunting challenges that test your resilience and character. Some may choose to put up a wall and succumb to the negativity. Others, like Bowling Green author and podcaster Ann Cavera, take on challenges and become stronger, kinder and more empathetic.
After growing up in a military family, becoming a teacher, serving in the Peace Corps, becoming a writer and starting her own podcast, Cavera has tried her hand at everything that excites her while staying true to her underlying passion: connecting with her family and community. Change never scared Cavera – it only excited her.
“By the time I was grown, I never felt afraid of a new situation,” Cavera reflects. “If one situation didn’t work out, there was always another opportunity ahead.”
From military moves to teaching adventures
Growing up in a military family with her dad in the Navy, Cavera moved frequently—attending nine schools in 12 years. Cavera embraced these changes and developed a “glass half full” perspective on life’s challenges early on.
In her early years, Cavera’s family was her biggest consistency. She attended Florida State University due to its proximity to her family, initially studying psychology. However, a friend’s introduction to an exciting university exchange program led her to switch her major to education.
This decision marked the genesis of a fulfilling teaching career. Cavera financed her schooling as a first generation college student with various jobs—from typing records at a police station to a whirlwind summer as a chambermaid at a dude ranch. “Not everything’s going to be great,” she acknowledged, emphasizing that she learned key lessons through these experiences.
After graduation, Cavera began teaching sixth grade in LaGrange, Georgia. This role was both eyeopening and challenging, filled with memorable moments, like when a student suffered a serious injury and Cavera taught him in his home. “It was a baptism by fire,” Ann admits, “but the children were amazing. Teaching in LaGrange really opened my eyes to what you could do with kids.”
Driven by a desire for adventure and service, Ann pushed through her introversion and joined the Peace Corps in the summer of 1965, embarking to Liberia. Not only did that further open her eyes and mind to the world, but it was also where she met her future husband, Jim, during training. Their bond deepened as they navigated the challenges of life abroad, culminating in a wedding amidst the shared experiences of fellow volunteers. Cavera sees their experience together as a time of profound growth. “I learned to appreciate the resilience of the human spirit,” she says.
A life of service
Settling in Indiana after their Peace Corps service, Cavera and her husband built a life centered around education and community involvement. With a steadfast search for the silver lining, Cavera has inspired many through her ongoing life passion: writing.
Cavera recalls her early attempts at poetry and a newspaper contest she won as a teenager as igniting her desire to write. She views the creative process as both a personal outlet and a source of joy.
Cavera and Jim eventually had children and began what she calls a “classic 1950s lifestyle.” Cavera embraced her role as a supportive homemaker while Jim worked as a social worker.
As their children grew older, Cavera sought to re-enter the working world by substitute teaching. Over 12 years, she navigated the delicate balance of motherhood and work, always prioritizing her family’s needs. Reflecting Ann’s commitment to nurturing others, she and Jim welcomed foster children into their home.
After years of parenting and caregiving, Cavera and her husband began writing columns for a local Catholic newspaper. Their collaboration produced more than 700 columns over 14 years, earning accolades that underscored their dedication. “It was a wonderful way to develop as a writer,” Ann notes, explaining how their work taught her to craft tight, engaging narratives. Throughout it all, Cavera also continued working on her personal writing, including novels.
An unexpected change to embrace
Life took a challenging turn when Cavera faced significant family hardships, with the passing of her son-inlaw and her own brush with cancer. Cavera’s religious faith became her anchor. “I look at everything as a temporary situation,” she reflects, emphasizing her belief that faith offers solace during tumultuous times.
But it was Jim’s battle with Alzheimer’s that changed her life the most. Caring for him from his diagnosis in 2018 until his passing in November of 2023, there were times when her faith was tested, but she felt strengthened in her resolve to keep moving forward and carry on her husband’s legacy through her work.
Publishing her work
In 2024, at 81 years old, Cavera became a published author. She wrote a book with a middle school audience in mind called Ride A Summer Wind, which is available for purchase online.
Cavera also had one other published piece before this novel: a book comprised of columns written by herself and her husband. Grounded in God, which they released in 2006, captures the essence of their life and the lessons they learned through joy and sorrow.
“I wanted to write something meaningful, something connected to our experiences together,” she said. Promotion and podcasting
Cavera is now working on a trilogy. In the meantime, she is practicing grassroots marketing by hosting book readings and signings at local bookstores to get the word out about Ride A Summer Wind.
Additionally, Cavera found a new passion project to connect with the community and readers: her solo podcast. Speeding Past 80 was inspired by her lack of fanfare for her 80th birthday, and the need to connect during the homebound COVID-19 days. She worked with her son, who edits
Q&A
What is the last book that you read or one that you’re reading right now? The Wing Feather Saga.
What music are you listening to right now? 60s music: The Beatles or Elton John.
What is your favorite movie? The Gods Must Be Crazy.
What are some hobbies or special interests that you have outside of work? I’m trying to be a gardener, but it’s not going very well. I love to read, and I collect cookbooks, but I don’t really make any of the recipes.
What are the qualities that you value in those that you associate with? Joy, trustworthiness and authenticity.
What’s your favorite podcast to listen to?
A Quilters Life, by Paula Chamberlain
If you could give your childhood self any piece of advice or encouragement, what would you say? No matter what happens, in the end it will be OK.
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the podcast, to put together episodes featuring short stories or columns written by Cavera.
“God bless him,” Cavera said. “Maybe he thought it would only last three episodes, but he agreed. We’re on about the 110th episode now, and he has (edited) every single episode and never complained.”
Through all of the patchwork of her life, though, Cavera’s biggest goal is to leave a legacy of love.
“At this point in life, the only thing that really matters is that people know they’re loved,” Cavera said. “I really hope that my family, my listeners, my friends, I hope that when they’re with me and when they’re not with me, I hope they know that they are loved. It all comes down to that.”
Recognizing Community Standouts
By Leslie Anne Shore
Northwest Ohio is home to talented and generous people from all walks of life. They take time to impact the community through their work, by volunteering or with good-natured entrepreneurship. M Living, showcasing community members in our publication throughout 2024, is recognizing 50 locals, all over the age of 60, whose contributions to our community have improved the quality of life. The December/January issue honored the first eight community members, the February/March issue featured the second eight profiles, the April/May issue featured the third set of profiles, the June/July issue featured the fourth set of profiles and the August/September issue featured the fifth set of profiles. Here are our final 10 50 Over 60 Community Standouts.
Olivia Holden
Olivia Holden has been the Executive Director for ASSETS Toledo, a nonprofit that assists people interested in starting and learning about the skills needed to run a business, for over 23 years.
Holden attended the University of Toledo, where she earned a degree as a Paralegal, the University of New York at Albany where she majored in nursing, Capital University in Columbus where she became a Certified Business Analyst and Notre Dame University where she became a Certified Business Executive.
Holden serves on the board of the Glass City Convention Center and
the Huntington Center. She is also a member of the Unison Behavioral Health Group Board and the University of Toledo MBE Diversity Council. She was appointed by Governor Ted Strickland to the State of Ohio Minority Business Council and is certified mediator by the Ohio Supreme Court.
“What motivates me is seeing a person walk through the door as ‘the deer in the headlights,’ but once we talk and we teach and they perform,” Holden told Ohio Black Expo, “there’s nothing greater than knowing that there’s some little bit that we have imparted so they can now become independent.”
Jerry Anderson
Jerry Anderson has graced the TV screens of Toledo homes for over 40 years. Anderson’s first job in broadcasting was in radio in 1974. He moved to WSPD Radio in Toledo in 1978. In 1980 he made the jump from radio to TV, starting his career in television news. By 1981, Anderson was anchoring the 6 pm and 11 pm news on Channel 13. In 1994 Anderson joined WTOL 11 news to anchor “First at Five.” Before long, Anderson was anchoring the 5 pm, 6 pm and 11 pm news on Channel 11.
Jerry retired in 2018 after 24 years at WTOL 11.
TV PERSONALITY
Throughout his career, Anderson received an Emmy for Outstanding News Anchor from the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences Cleveland region, won Edward R. Murrow Awards, was named best News Anchor in Ohio by the Ohio Associated Press Broadcasters and numerous Toledo City Paper Best of Toledo Awards. Anderson continues to stay active in the Toledo community after retirement. “I was meant to do this. When you think about my interest from the time that I was a kid, this is what I wanted to do, and then doors kept opening for me,” Anderson said, adding, “That to me, was a God thing.”
Robert Zollweg
Robert Zollweg, renowned designer for Libbey Glass was the Creative Director for Libby Inc. for over 45 years. His dedication to the historic Toledo company is evident in the work he continues after his retirement. He is the current president of Libbey House, the historic home of Edward D. Libbey, Toledo’s “father of the glass industry.”
Zollweg is also the author of 200 Years Of Glass: A History of Libbey Glass, which details the history of the innovative company. In 2019, Zollweg was named the 45th Guest Artist Pavilion Project (GAPP) artist. During his GAPP residency, Zollweg focused on making glass through hand sand casting.
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Dr. Riaz N Chaudhary
Dr. Riaz N Chaudhary served patients in Oregon, Ohio for over 30 years. Dr. Chaudhary received his medical degree from King Edward Medical College, now King Edward Medical University, in Lahore, Pakistan in 1970. A Pakistan native, Dr. Chaudhary immigrated to the United States in 1972. He interned at Lakewood Hospital in Cleveland and moved to Toledo to complete his residency at the then Medical College of Ohio, now the University of Toledo Medical Center. He founded the Oregon Clinic Inc. in 1978, where he served as president and practiced until he retired. Dr. Chaudhary has also been a member of the Toledo Rotary Club since 1995.
Dee Talmadge
Dee Talmadge, former elementary school teacher and Ottawa Hills Schools board member, has a lifelong commitment to volunteer and philanthropy. Talmadge, a graduate of DeVilbiss High School, has given back to the city that raised her throughout her life. She received her B.S. in Education from the Ohio State University and her Masters in education in elementary guidance counseling from The University of Toledo. She and her husband Lance both received the Blue T Award from UT for their contributions to the progress of the Alumni Association and the University. Talmadge also received the Dr. Alice Skeens “Outstanding Woman Award” from UT Women’s Commission and the College of Education’s Distinguished Alumnus Award.
Fritz Byers
Fritz Byers has been practicing law for over 46 years, specializing in constitutional law, healthcare, education, prison reform and complex civil litigation. Byers received his undergraduate degree in American History and English from Duke University and continued his education at Harvard Law School where he obtained his JD. At Harvard, Byers served as Book Review Editor for the Harvard Law Record and he founded and directed the Civil Rights Action Committee. Byers is dedicated to establishing and advancing the rights of free speech and free press, as well as access to information about the government.
Byers was also a visiting professor at The University of Toledo Law School for 12 years where he taught constitutional law, communication law and the First Amendment. He is also dedicated to community efforts, serving on boards for several Toledo organizations. Byers is also the president and CEO of Vintage Ariel, host of Jazz Spectrum on WTGE and the lead guitarist of the Fritz Bryers Band.
HEALTHCARE LAW
“After following in my older brother’s footsteps, I decided to become a Medical Doctor. I have served patients in the Oregon area for more than 30 years,” Dr. Chaudhary explains. “I am passionate in the diagnosis and treatment of chronic diseases with a major interest in diabetes, heart failure and hypertension.”
“There are always problems to solve, and I take great pleasure in solving problems efficiently and effectively. And there are always causes that can be advanced, at least in part through the legal system,” Byers said. “So there’s always something to be accomplished, and always people to be helped, groups of people whose interests need to be protected or societal causes that need to be vindicated.”
Appointed to the Owens Community College Board of Trustees in 2002, 2008 and 2014, she has served on several other boards including the Women in Philanthropy board of the University of Toledo, American Red Cross, Kidney Foundation, Toledo Hospital Auxiliary, foundation boards for ProMedica Toledo Hospital, Historic Woodlawn Cemetery and many more.
Dr. Tony Armstrong
Dr. Tony Armstrong has over 38 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Armstrong received his Doctorate of Medicine from Wright State University in 1985. He studied Obstetrics and Gynecology at the Georgia Baptist Medical Center and completed his Residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the Atlanta Medical Center. He then went on to practice with his father, Carl, who practiced obstetrics and gynecology for 50 years. He and his father worked together for 14 years.
Dr. Armstrong has been the Medical Director for Specialty Care and Obstetric Services at Mercy Health Physicians North for the last 10 years. He is also a Delegate for the Ohio State Medical Association and the American Medical Association and President of The Ohio State Medical Association. “Every life experience contributes to the development of a person’s character. My key role models were my mother, a federal magistrate judge and my father, an OBGYN for 50 years in Toledo,” Dr. Armstrong states, adding, “My passion for medicine extends beyond daily clinical practice as I am an advocate for healthcare reform.”
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Pat, with late husband James Appold. Pat Appold
Pat Appold, together with her late husband James, developed the historic Oliver House into what it is today: a space for restaurants and pubs, meeting rooms and apartments. The Oliver House is the oldest commercial building in Toledo still in use.
Today, the Oliver House is home to Maumee Bay Brewing Co., Rockwell’s Steakhouse and residential units.
ENTREPRENEUR
Appold is the president of The Oliver House Development Co. and Maumee Bay Brewing Co. In 2014, Appold and her late husband James won the Outstanding Philanthropist Award by the Northwest Ohio Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals. Appold is also on the Board of Trustees for the Greater Toledo Community Foundation.
Follow the QR code to our prior issues where we honor the first 32 community members.
Susan Reams
Susan Reams had a pivotal role in the development of Toledo’s nationally recognized public arts program. Reams served on the board of the The Arts Commision of Greater Toledo for 50 years and remains an Honorary Trustee to the commission. Reams was an art consultant for Mayor Jack Ford from 2002-2006.
Reams, a highly praised art advocate, was appointed to serve on the Ohio Arts Council from 1984 to 1994 by Gov. Richard Celeste. She was instrumental in the creation of the 1% For Art Program and the Art In Public Places program. She was chair of the Art in Public Places program for over 50 years. In 2019 Reams raised $900,000 to reinstall the lights on the Anthony Wayne Bridge.
Laneta Goings
5 MAJOR AREAS OF IMPACT
MARITIME AND AVIATION INDUSTRIES
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS
FINANCE PROGRAMS
COMMUNITY PROGRAMS
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPROVEMENTS
MORE JOBS – Aviation and Maritime industries support 11,000 jobs and approximately $1.5B in economic activity
COMMUNITY INVESTMENT – scheduled to invest over $200M in twelve Port Authoritymanaged or operated facilities over the next five years, including development of 49 acres of vacant land in Waterville
GROW ECONOMY – multiple financing programs have assisted over 900 economic development projects representing a total investment over $2B creating and retaining over 21,000 jobs
LOCAL SUPPORT – benefitting Lucas County residents by assisting organizations such as Historic South, Nature’s Nursery, Great Lakes Historical Society/National Museum, St. Paul’s Community Center, Salvation Army, and Beach House. The Port Authority also supports local schools to help strengthen our next generation of workers
GREENER LUCAS COUNTY – restoration of the Lake Erie Water Shed for improved water quality and habitats, continued growth and success of the Property Assessed Clean Energy program, and ongoing commitment to green energy measures
VOLUNTEER
Laneta Goings is a woman of many hats: leader, realtor, volunteer, mother and grandmother. After receiving her BA from the University of Toledo in Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Goings was the Vice President of Apex Micrographics for 32 years, from 1979 to 2011. In 2009, Goings began her real estate career as a realtor for Howard Hanna Real Estate Services. Goings is most admired for her volunteer work. She has provided guidance and leadership skills to nonprofit and civic organizations around Lucas County, including The Toledo Zoological Society, the YWCA, St. Vincent Women’s Advisory Committee, Sherman Elementary School and many more. The organization Goings is most proud to volunteer for is the brainchild organization of her grandson, Touré McCord, Books For Buddies, a campaign that encourages literacy and provides free reading materials to disadvantaged youth in Northwest Ohio. Goings is the founder and president of the organization. “As a child, it was instilled in me that it is ‘More Blessed to Give than to Receive,’” Goings said.
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2024 Holiday Gift Guide
Rosies Italian Grille Giving
as the holiday season approaches, it’s time to celebrate local businesses who offer gifts for the season. We’ve curated a collection of gifts that ensure your seasonal tokens of appreciation leave a lasting impression. Get ready to unwrap the perfect local gift to make this holiday season truly memorable.
The holidays are a great time to celebrate by taking your loved ones out for a nice meal. Rosie’s Italian Grille boasts traditional Italian recipes fused with Executive Chef Eric Kish’s flare for flavor and creativity. Expect a variety of selections from hand tossed pizza, to fresh fish from Key West, Chicago Stockyard steaks, New Zealand lamb chops and housemade desserts. You can also purchase gift cards for a nice holiday gift that can be enjoyed throughout the year.
rosaria’s Italian restaurant
606 N. McCord Road
419-866-5007
rosiesitaliangrille.com
Rosaria’s on Third Street is an expansion on the Rosie’s concept, boasting fine-dining with deep Sicilian roots in pasta and seafood. For a lovely dining experience, visit the comfortable and attractively decorated space or buy a gift card to enjoy at a later date.
Carlos & Lupita’s Restaurants
Cocina De Carlos Lupita’s Cantina Various locations
419-963-4611
lupitas-mexican.com
Salts of the 7 Seas
419-842-8525
saltsofthe7seas.com
Salts of the 7 Seas is a Toledo-based online shop for exotic salts from all around the world, including Europe, the Himalayas, Peru, South Africa, South Korea, Iceland and the Kalahari Desert. For this holiday season, check out the salt and/or pepper tin samplers. The window on top of each tin shows you the textures and colors of salts you’re receiving, and each sample has a description on the website. Ranging from $32.95 to $35.95, these embossed tins include varieties of salts, peppers or a combination of the two, for you to spice up any dish.
Cocina de Carlos means Carlos’ Kitchen and the eatery focuses on the culinary family tradition of Carlos’ family (Carlos and Carlos Senior). The family has expanded the focus to include both Lupitas: Lupita mama and Lupita (Pita) daughter with Lupita’s Cantina. All of Carlos & Lupita’s Restaurants offer authentic Mexican dishes with delicious drinks. For this holiday season, purchase a gift card to any of the locations and enjoy a dinner with loved ones.
Ada Aesthetics & Dermatology Associates
12780 Roachton Road, Perrysburg 419-873-6961
3141 Central Park West Toledo 419-872-0777 daohio.com adaaesthetics.com
If you’re looking for a present for the beauty lover in your life, a gift card to Ada Aesthetics may be all that they need. This sophisticated boutique salon boasts a team of professional aestheticians, massage therapists, nail technicians and a knowledgeable, encouraging staff that can help your beauty buff locate the perfect product for them. The amazing team at Ada are consistently honored in the Best of Toledo Award balloting. Find out why and visit today.
GLORIOUS LIGHT HOLIDAY CONCERT SERIES
SATURDAY, DEC 14- 7:00PM
St. Luke’s Lutheran Church, 1690 West Sterns Rd., Temperance, MI 48182
FRIDAY, DEC 20 - 7:00PM Maumee United Methodist Church, 405 Sackett St., Maumee, OH 43537
SUNDAY, DEC 22 - 1:00 PM
Historic Church of St. Patrick, 130 Avondale Ave., Toledo, OH 43604 This holiday concert series is free to attend and will feature your favorite Christmas carols, as well as hymns and folk songs in Polish, Hebrew, and Russian.
Richard Napierala, Conductor; Andreea Lee, Harpsichord; Dennis Blubaugh, Organ; Kirsten C Kunkle, Soprano; Elizabeth Mitchell, Mezzo Soprano; Gregory J Ashe, Tenor; Kevin Foos, Baritone
tips & resources for our nation’s veterans Hero’s Handbook e e
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Flag City Honor Flights 2024 Supporting and connecting veterans with history
Riley Runnells
Flag City is home to Northwest Ohio’s Honor Flights, which ensure that all veterans, from World War II through Vietnam, have the opportunity to visit the memorials erected in Washington, D.C. that honor the service and sacrifices of America’s freedom.
Flag City Honor Flight hosts flights every year where veterans wishing to fly to the memorials can apply online. Veterans from WWII, Korean War Era and Vietnam War Era are selected in order of conflict, age and application submission date, and only have to apply once to be considered as the applications are kept and continually analyzed for each flight.
Veterans travel to Toledo Express Airport from various locations. Some even receive an escort
from Hancock County, Wood County and Lucas County Sheriff’s Deputies.
In 2024, Flag City Honor Flight scheduled four flights. The first was April 23, the second June 11, the third Sept. 10 and the final will be Nov. 12.
It currently costs $100,000 to fund each flight, so the crew at Flag City Honor Flight host fundraisers to help in their efforts to support these veterans. To date, Flag City Honor Flight has flown 1,897 veterans from Northwest Ohio.
One of the Flag City Honor Flight’s major fundraisers is Wanderlust, and this year the theme is “A Bite into the Big Apple.” The event is presented by Clifton Larson Allen LLP (CLA) and will feature a night of New York magic from Broadway to Times Square. Enjoy a New York-inspired menu, entertainment and a live auction at the Marathon
Center for the Performing Arts, Friday, Oct. 25 at 5:30 pm. Tickets are $70 and proceeds go toward the flights. Since Wanderlust’s creation, CLA has already raised $498,941.45 to benefit Flag City Honor Flight.
If you know a veteran who qualifies for one of the honor flights, send them to the Flag City Honor Flight website to learn more and apply for a position on a flight today.
For individuals or groups looking to volunteer at the Welcome Home celebration, host a third-party fundraiser to benefit FCHF, or explore partnership opportunities, please visit flagcityhonorflight.org or email info@flaghonorflight.org
housing Heroes Place
Veterans’ Tiny Haven
Local non-profit combats veteran homelessness
By Leslie Shore & Riley Runnells
The US Department of Housing and Urban Development reported that over 35,000 veterans were experiencing homelessness on a given night in January 2023. Heroes Place, a local nonprofit, is working to create a Veteran Tiny Home Community in Northwood to help with the problem.
The mission of the organization is clear: “provide homes, with pride, to help homeless Vets to live a quality life. To help Veterans advance into permanent sustainable housing, pro-
viding them with hope, dignity and the respect they deserve.”
Heroes Place has proposed turning a 2.27-acre parcel at 1921 Bailey Rd. into a community with 20 tiny homes for veterans. The property is owned by T Thomas Properties, who envisions a future where no veteran is left without a home. By building tiny home communities and creating safe havens, veterans can access the resources they need to lead healthy, fulfilling lives. But there is a long road before the plan for tiny homes on Bailey Road is realized.
Mike Hossler, director of Heroes Place and vice president of business development for T Thomas Properties, explained there are several “Heroes Places” across the country, but the Northwest Ohio faction is the only one trademarked.
“I started to do some research, talked to various veteran organizations and did some study of how many homeless vets are in the State of Ohio and southern Michigan, and we found through communication that the problem they were having was putting homeless vets in livable places,” Hossler said. “They didn’t have enough housing units for them, so we came up with the idea. There’s an organization in St. Louis called the Veterans Community Project and a group of vets got together on four acres, built 46 tiny homes and made a community. That’s where (the idea) came from.”
Not even half a year old, Heroes Place and its staff have been working nonstop with a tremendous amount of support to create this community. Hossler explains, “We started working on it. I’ve met with Congresspeople, State Representatives of Ohio to gather input and help. I’ve been to the
Veteran’s Administration in Ann Arbor. It’s a trademarked company and we plan on having a company in Ohio build these tiny homes and they’ll be transported to us on semi – I hope to put at least 20 homes on that section, but we’re still waiting on engineering drawings and plot layouts.”
“Our township, Lake Township, supports us, the congressmen and senators support us, several businesses and corporations are donating to us, we’ve applied for, and hopefully will get, some federal grants,” Hossler explains. “Once these houses are in place, the VA homeless commission in Ann Arbor will choose what vets will live there. They’ll place them and give them the support they need for mental illness, substance abuse, PTSD or whatever the case may be. They say within 9 months to a year and a half they’ll be able to rehabilitate and put the vets in permanent housing, and then we get another vet in there and the process starts over. This will be at no charge to the veteran.”
Continuing effort
Maintenance of the properties will be done by T Thomas Properties, with other charity events to help supply the houses. The organization received its 501(c)(3) status in March, which eased zoning restrictions, and is working to receive state and federal funding. The nonprofit has also reached out to several local organizations for support. Donations can be made on The Heroes Place website.
Hossler has made this his mission, though he never served in the military himself, but because a lot of his family and people close to him served. “The veterans, a lot of them, have been forgotten about,” Hossler said. “It’s very important to me to be able to give back to them and honor those people who have served us so well. It means to finally give respect and honor and help out these people who have served us so we all can live free. We’re here to help them, and that’s what we’re doing.”
For more information or to donate to Heroes Place, visit heroes-place.com. mike@tthomasproperties.com
Lucas County Veterans Service Commision
Essential services for veterans
By Leslie Anne Shore
Veterans and their families can find solace with the The Lucas County Veterans Service Commision, an organization working to provide services and programs at no cost. Commission provides three primary services to honorably discharged veterans and their families:
1. Assistance for filing VA claims and requesting military records for veterans,
2. Temporary Financial Assistance to Lucas County veterans who qualify for assistance, and
3. Estate arrangements including questions regarding estate and affairs as well as end of life care.
“We do help with such things as emergency financial assistance, like if you’re going to get evicted, or utility services are being disconnected, sometimes security deposits and first month’s rent for those that can’t afford it. We also arrange and pay for burials and cremation services for veterans that can’t afford it,” explains Charles Hiser, Executive Director of the Lucas County Veteran Service Commission.
Supporting Veterans
The local Commision employs Service Officers, trained to help veterans navigate VA forms, which can be daunting for many Veterans and their family members. Transportation
Two veterans participate in Lucas County Veterans Service Commission’s “Guitar for Vets” program, where veterans can take 10 weeks of one-on-one lessons.
to VA medical appointments as well as to secure State-issued Veterans’ ID Cards are two other services and resources provided by the Commission to honorably discharged veterans.
Along with these services, the Lucas County Veterans Service Commision also has several programs geared to becoming healthier both mentally and physically along with community building. Currently, these programs include Guitars for Vets, Flutes for Vets, H.O.O.V.E.S, Miles For Freedom and Dog Tags for Dog Tags. The Commission also continually looks for new programs to offer Veterans - ideas include game nights and a yoga group.
Building a Community
According to Hiser, building a veteran community in Lucas County is a core mission for the Lucas County Veteran Service Commision. “I don’t know if you’ve ever seen two vets that meet, ‘Oh, where’d you serve?’ ‘I served here,’ ‘Oh, I did too,’ and they’re not best friends, but they find that common ground, and they’ll just start talking about it. So that’s what I’m trying to foster here.”
The Lucas County Veterans Service Commision is currently moving to a larger building, next door to their current location, at 2595 Arlington Ave.
For more information on Lucas County Veterans Service Commision, visit lucascountyvets.org.
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Little Blessings Veteran Outreach Founder Honored
Jamie Paxton was named 2024 Evan Williams Bourbon American-Made Hero
By Kaylin Pickett
Jamie Paxton, a former U.S. Air Force Master Sergeant and recent resident of Ottawa Lake, Mich., has been named one of Evan Williams Bourbon’s 2024 American-Made Heroes. She is one of six veterans nationwide to receive the honor this year for her military service and for contributions to the community through her organization, Little Blessings Veteran and Community Outreach.
Featured on bottles
Paxton and her accomplishments will be featured on special edition bottles across the country. Evan Williams American-Made Heroes Foundation Fund helps to support veteran communities by donating to nonprofits across the country, since 2015 recognizing 57 veterans and donating $600,000.
Paxton was active in the Ohio National Guard for 25 years and worked across four different career fields. During her service, she earned many commendations including the National Defense Service Medal. She was the first female to rise to the rank of First Sergeant in her unit and has used those leadership skills to help fellow veterans. “My military service really shaped me into who I am: the commitment, staying true to myself, the hard work ethic, perseverance and diligence,” Paxton said in an interview.
Programs offered
Little Blessings Veteran Outreach was founded and is operated by Paxton, the executive director, in Ottawa Lake, Mich., to help veterans and their families transition back to civilian life, providing a wide variety of services for the whole family.
Warrior Empowerment is a 50-week, five-phase program that helps veterans transition after their return from service. The program focuses on PTSD and uses equine-assisted therapy to provide a safe transition space. One of the most unique things about Little Blessings is the equine therapy program that allows veterans to process this major change by interacting with, and caring for, horses.
Little Blessings also offers the Social Emotional Equine Assisted Learning (S.E.E.A.L) program for children of veterans. This program is 18 weeks long and has three phases where the children can learn a variety of skills through community involvement and activities.
A program for the spouses of veterans instructs on how to move forward and create healthy boundaries. Little Blessings offers many more services for its veterans like the Warrior Spotlight podcast.
Little Blessings supports the Warrior Garden, where Veterans and their families can receive fresh produce and learn how to grow their own gardens. They are now paving the garden walkways with bricks, which are available with inscriptions to raise donations.
Little Blessings is also seeking volunteers to help with their programs and events. Anyone can become a wellness instructor, help host a community gathering or help out at the ranch and care for the horses.
For more information visit lbveteranoutreach.org.
VETERAN JUDITH POTTER
From Military Service to Business Ownership
Black & White Transportation owner discusses her journey
By Julez DeShetler
Years ago, prior to becoming a veteran and the owner of Black & White Transportation, Judith Potter described herself as a lost soul from Morenci, Michigan. It wasn’t until she walked past a Navy Recruitment Center where she discovered her purpose. After spending two years at Michigan State University, she left to join the military.
Potter grew up in a household with a Navy veteran father, it followed logically for her to spend four years in the service herself.
“Once you’re in the military, you’re always in the military. You have a very special bond with other military personnel. I am still in contact with the people I served with. It’s like being on a really big team. You see another
By Black & White Transportation
veteran and you just go up and start talking to them; I can’t explain it. You just have to be in the military to understand it,” Potter expressed. Supporting veterans
Potter’s strong connection to other veterans is the reason she is so willing to dedicate her time and resources to helping veterans in need. For example, Potter listed some organizations she enjoys getting involved with, including H.O.O.V.E.S. For Vets and Lucas County Veterans Services, as well as other organizations that needs assistance.
Potter not only provides her support with monetary resources and sponsoring fundraisers, but she also tries to hire veterans at her company.
After finishing her service with the military, Potter, a single mother in need of money, went back to school
to get her degree and began working as a bookkeeper. Eventually, after moving up to general manager, she and her husband Scott decided to buy the business in 1997.
Flash forward to today, Potter owns and operates Black & White Transportation. Starting with only 40 vehicles and six employees, the business has expanded to about 200 vehicles and over 80 employees, in addition to about 250 independent contractors they manage as well.
Potter shares the ways that Black & White Transportation offers aid to veterans, saying, “We help those that need to get to their doctors. We take them to their medical appointments or eye appointments, their dental appointments. We also have wheelchair accessible vehicles for those that have disabilities.”
Transporting ideals
In the modern world, Black & White Transportation stays relevant with their competitors, Uber or Lyft, by embracing technology. Potter’s company also has its own app.
Potter is proud that she has a company with a great crew. She loves all her employees and drivers. She credits her time in the Navy for the success of her business.
“Everything that brought me to where I am today has shaped me, such as my parents and the time I spent in the military. I needed the structure and the teamwork. Being responsible for oneself, it made me independent,” she relates.
The people Potter encounters through business ownership and her military career have been the most rewarding part of her journey. Beyond the time Potter dedicates to operating a successful transportation company, she enjoys spending her time outside of work as a master gardener. Everything Potter does circles back to her true passion: giving back to the community. Other organizations Potter works closely with are Rotary Club of Toledo, Folds of Honor Foundation and Mercy Health Foundation.
Jennifer Schacht, director of community engagement for Black & White Transportation, said, “(Potter) has people around her that support her beliefs. The way she feels about giving back and about what she has done for the community, the people around her, her circle of friends, feel the same way too.”
“I always try to help in any way I can. It’s not about just one individual, it’s more what can I do for the whole team rather than just one person,” Potter said.
When it comes to those wanting to start and run a business, Potter shares her advice. “Pull up your bootstraps! It is not easy. You’ll need loans, you’ll need to make your payments on time, you’ll have to hit the sidewalk to market and generate your business. When we started our revenue was $300,000 and now we’re at $17 million. So, you have to stay on top of it. Keep the clients that are servicing you happy. Be good to your employees, be good to your clients. Have integrity. If you say you’re going to do something, do it.”
For more information about Black & White Transportation go to https:// bwtransportation.com/
Judy Potter, veteran and owner of Black & White Transportation
Arrowhead Behavioral Health Supports Veterans with Compact
Arrowhead provides mental health care
Arrowhead Behavioral Health provides compassionate and comprehensive behavioral healthcare to adults (18 and older) seeking treatment for mental health and substance use disorders. Located in Maumee, specialty programs include inpatient, outpatient, medication-assisted treatment, relapse prevention and weekly alumni group meetings. Individualized treatment plans to meet the needs of each patient are designed to promote healing, recovery and to improve quality of life.
Arrowhead’s services emphasize helping Veterans and Active Duty Service members. A provider for the Veterans Comprehensive Prevention, Access to Care, and Treatment (COMPACT) Act now in effect, the benefit is specifically for veterans who have been honorably discharged and are experiencing a suicidal emergency. Enrollment in the Veterans Administration is not required to access this benefit. The COMPACT Act authorizes VA payments to pay for up to 30-day inpatient treatment for emergency suicide care, transportation costs and 90 days of outpatient care. This benefit is designed to help prevent veteran suicide by guaranteeing no out-of-pocket expenses for mental health care in times of crisis. Arrowhead Behavioral Health provides no cost level of care assessments 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
For more information, visit Arrowhead Behavioral Health at 1725 Timber Line Road, call 419-891-9333 or check out its website arrowheadbehavioral.com
What’s in
my SHOPPING CART?
Sautter’s Market shoppers share their personal shopping lists
By Riley Runnells and Libby Cassidy
Grocery shopping can be a stressful experience. Whether you’re grabbing a last minute ingredient, stockpiling food from a massive list or simply dodging the crowds, grocery shopping stress can be lessened by visiting a store that provides those items that you crave. Sautter’s Market shoppers talked with us about their favorite products, and why they choose to shop at Sautter’s.
Erich Wolf
Age: 30
Deli/Bakery Manager
Roberta Hobbs
Age: 69
IN MY CART: Swirl cinnamon bread, chicken soup, turtle brownies, Triscuits
I got the bread for breakfast. They make great homemade soup so I bought that, too. For dessert, I’m buying the turtle brownies, and I will eat the Triscuits in bed tonight.
Why do you shop at Sautter’s? “I’ve shopped at Sautter’s my whole life. They have good quality. The meats and vegetables are wonderful, and the staff here is familyoriented.”
IN MY CART: Potato salad, Grandma Sautter’s macaroni salad, sushi
We’re known for our potato salad, and two of our newer products are Grandma Sautter’s macaroni salad and sushi, which we are really excited about.
Why do you shop at Sautter’s?
Edward Kraemer
Age: 80
IN MY CART: Butter, cherries, watermelon, snickerdoodle cookies
I came here for butter and cherries but I found some other morsels while walking around, like watermelon and snickerdoodle cookies.
Why do you shop at Sautter’s? “It’s a really good place to shop. It’s close, they’re locally owned and I really come here for that. The pricing is competitive.”
“I always had a passion for food. I started as a donut fryer and worked my way to manager. I started here in 2013, and I’ve been here since. It’s important to shop local. We really need small businesses. We have more of a home feel here. Many of our products are either homemade or local.”
Cheryl Himmel
IN MY CART: Corn, potatoes, potato chips, beef ribs, croutons
I was looking for corn but walked around and when I see something that I like I have to grab it. I’m stocking up.
Why do you shop at Sautter’s? “I love Sautter’s. I’ve been shopping here for at least 50 years. The produce is great, the fruit is great and it’s not a huge store, so it’s easier.” Follow the QR code to our prior issues where we share more shopPing lists.
Health Notes
Area Office on Aging Launches Pilot Meal Program
The Area Office on Aging, in collaboration with the Maumee Senior Center and the Toledo-Lucas County Public Library, recently launched a new pilot meal program at the Waterville Branch Library. Since its start, the program has distributed over 400 meals to local seniors. areaofficeonaging.com
Sunshine Communities’ Spooky Boardwalk
Join Sunshine Communities for a free event featuring over 50 vendors and community partners handing out candy. Bring your family and friends to enjoy the afternoon on Sunshine Communities’ campus from 2 pm to 4 pm Sunday, Oct. 13. Sunshine Communities, Inc., is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization located in Northwest Ohio supporting people of all ages with developmental disabilities. The event aims to bring people, both those familiar and unfamiliar with Sunshine’s work and influence, to the campus to learn more and to connect with residents. 7223 Maumee-Western Road. 419-865-0251. sunshine.org
3rd Annual Caring for the Caregiver Expo
This one day event is designed to say ‘thank you’ and to provide pampering, health and fitness, lunch and learn, resources, information, open mic, education and employment opportunities for caregivers and first responders. All caregivers, mothers, fathers, grandparents, guardians, adult children, first responders and essential workers are invited to attend. 18+, all caregivers must register and sign in at the door. Organized by the Ohio Sickle Cell and Health Association, The 3rd Annual Caring for the Caregiver Expo is Saturday, Oct. 26, at The Hilton Garden Inn, 6165 Levis Commons Blvd., Perrysburg. Doors at 8:30 am. Opening program begins at 9 am.
Service
2024 Volunteer Guide
Volunteering can be one of the most rewarding experiences. Not only are you taking the time to make someone else’s life better or help an organization thrive, you can also reap the benefits of knowing you are helping others. Toledo is home to many nonprofits and beneficial organizations that keep the community thriving and uplifting everyone in it. Check out 20 local organizations you can volunteer with, below.
The Ability Center 5605 Monroe St. 419-885-5733
Abilitycenter.org
The Ability Center works to make the community the most disability friendly in the nation by increasing independence for people with disabilities, discovering true passions and changing the community’s perception of disability. You can get involved by puppy raising or sitting with the service dogs, building ramps throughout the community, or adopting pets that do not complete service training.
The Arts Commission 1838 Parkwood Ave. #120 419-254-2787
theartscommission.org
The Arts Commission works to strengthen the community through art programming and events that unite people of all walks of life. Through programming like the Art Loop, Momentum and Haunted Harvest, there are many ways for you to volunteer to keep these events and the mission of the organization thriving.
Area Office on Aging
2155 Arlington Ave. 419-382-0624
Areaofficeonaging.com
The Area Office on Aging promotes the health, well-being and safety of older adults, persons with disabilities and family caregivers to foster independence. There are numerous ways to volunteer, such as delivering meals, assisting with workshops, helping with disaster preparedness and more.
Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA)
1801 Spielbusch Ave. 419-213-6753
Casakids.net
Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA)/Guardians ad Litem (GAL) are volunteers who serve as a voice for abused and neglected children. Volunteers are trained by the Juvenile Court to investigate a child’s social and emotional background and current circumstances and make recommendations to the court regarding what is in the child’s best interest.
Connecting Kids to
Meals
1501 Monroe St. 419-720-1106
connectingkidstomeals.org
Connecting Kids to Meals serves free meals to kids ages 18 and under all around the community. Each day, the organization provides thousands of healthy meals at no cost to kids in low-income and underserved areas in Northwest Ohio. Businesses and individuals alike come to our downtown facility monthly to volunteer. Volunteers package plates, utensils, condiments, snacks and other items making distribution of complete meals to our sites very efficient.
Food For Thought
3350 Hill Ave. 419-654-0235
feedtoledo.org
Food For Thought is a Toledo-based and Toledo-focused organization dedicated to feeding and nourishing our community. One in four families in Toledo experiences hunger. Food For Thought programs and partnerships strive to create a community where the hunger for food, respect and belonging is met for all people. Volunteers can donate money, as well as participate in packing lunches, engage with the community on food stop routes, assist with mobile food pantries and more.
Lucas County Pit Crew
855 N McCord Road canineadvocate1@yahoo.com lucascountypitcrew.com
The Lucas County Pit Crew supports responsible guardians of companion animals in our community, with an emphasis on Pit Bull Terrier type dogs and community cats, through education, advocacy, training assistance, spay/neuter promotion, foster care and adoption. People can foster pets, donate money or volunteer by mowing the grass or walking the dogs.
Maumee Valley Habitat for Humanity 1310 Conant St. 419-382-1658 Mvhabitat.org
Maumee Valley Habitat is an affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI). The organization rehabilitates homes, provides the ReStore for home improvement products and more. Volunteers can work on construction sites, help operate ReStore, handle administrative work and more.
Mobile Meals Toledo 2200 Jefferson Ave. 419-255-7806 Mobilemeals.org
Mobile Meals helps those needing assistance with diet and meal preparation, regardless of income, so they can remain in their homes and retain the dignity and independence they cherish. These meal deliveries are exactly what volunteers will be helping out with, delivering meals to various neighborhoods a few times each month.
Nature’s Nursery 7790 Co Road 152 419-877-0060
natures-nursery.org
Nature’s Nursery Center for Wildlife Rehabilitation and Conservation Education provides medical care to injured, orphaned or ailing wild animals, and conducts conservation educational outreach programs for children and adults. Volunteers help the staff with day-to-day animal care, facilities maintenance, answering the hotline, transportation, education programming and advocacy.
NAMI Greater Toledo 4334 Secor Road 419-243-1119
namitoledo.org
NAMI of Greater Toledo has been supporting thousands of families and individuals impacted by mental health. As a local affiliate of NAMI National, they promote community wellness, break down barriers to mental health care and provide support and expertise in Toledo and beyond. Volunteers can reach out in the community by spreading the word about mental health, helping with outreach events, attending NAMIWalks and passing out snacks, helping with data entry and more.
Partners in Education 709 Madison Ave. #310 419-242-2122
partnerstoledo.org
Partners in Education is a non-profit organization that develops programming for area K-12 schools and fosters partnerships with schools by engaging businesses, higher education institutions, nonprofit agencies and communities of faith in service to students. They have opportunities to tutor an elementary student, be a career mentor for a middle schooler, and more.
Toledo GROWs
827 Oneida St. 419-720-8714 toledogrows.org
Toledo GROWs is a grassroots effort dedicated to the continued growth and success of community-based gardens in the City of Toledo and the surrounding area. Volunteers are always welcome to assist with tending to the gardens, and can volunteer individually or with groups.
Toledo Humane Society
827 Illinois Ave. 419-891-0705
Toledohumane.org
The Toledo Humane Society is committed to the welfare of animals and to promoting a healthy bond between animals and their human companions. The group saves animals from cruelty, provides temporary shelter and care, advocates for animals and educates the community regarding animal issues. Volunteers must be 16 years and older, complete training and do preliminary chores.
Toledo Pride
toledopride.com
The Toledo Pride Festival is a large-scale, outdoor event showcasing the best local entertainment. The festival also boasts a parade, food, merchandise vendors, and networking with numerous community organizations, including social groups, churches and health and wellness groups. Volunteers are always welcome and encouraged..
YWCA of Northwest Ohio
1018 Jefferson Ave. 419-241-3235
ywcanwo.org
The YWCA of Northwest Ohio is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all. Volunteers can donate money or time by participating in cleanup and beautification projects, domestic violence support, sexual assault survivor support and more.
#GivingTuesday is a global day of giving fueled by the power of social media and collaboration. Celebrated on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving (in the US), #GivingTuesday kicks off the charitable season, when many focus on their holiday and end-of-year giving. Here is a directory to help you find organizations, charities, events and more to celebrate this day.
On Giving Tuesday, please give to help Connecting Kids To Meals feed hungry kids!
This year, please give to help Connecting Kids To Meals feed hungry kids on Giving Tuesday!
Visit www ConnectingKidsToMeals.org FOR MORE INFORMATION.
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The Ford House Renovations with love
By Pat Nowak
The Ford Mansion at 29755 Somerset Road is a massive Jacobean Revival house built by George Ross Ford in 1922. The house has undergone many alterations through the years including dramatic changes current owners have finished and scheduled for the home.
David Foley and Mike Hebert, two gentlemen who found their way to Perrysburg via extensive travels to Seattle, San Diego, Phoenix and Austin, found the nearly 12,000 square foot middle part of The Ford Mansion on the internet after a failed attempt to purchase a French chateau during COVID-19.
The new owners, staying true to the design aesthetic in their renovations for the home listed on the National Register of Historic Places, showcase opulent plaster ceilings, wood paneled dining and living rooms, hand carved woodwork and marble fireplaces.
There is a room that is built to replicate the hull of the ship and one can just imagine the view from the lit portholes out over the Maumee. The grounds of the Mansion have been meticulously upgraded by the owners who love to design the floral beds and painstakingly take care of the grounds.
Future plans include a stunning new kitchen and renovations of the second-floor bedrooms which is expected to take at least three years.
This magnificent Mansion is a commemoration to the era of elegant living in the 1920s, when Toledo was a hub of industry.
Dining out
By Aaron Roos
Tandoor of Toledo offers authentic Indian Cuisine paired with a comforting, family atmosphere. A fixture on Reynolds Road since 1982, the restaurant is just finishing a renovation that has given new personality to the eatery, seamlessly combining a sleeker modern look with traditional, warm decor. Beautiful murals and decorations line the walls and hang from the ceilings, creating a colorful and lively dining environment.
A Toledo staple
During the recent construction, Tandoor was only open for carry-out, and for now they are accepting dine in guests, by reservation only. The staff is friendly, attentive and helpful, happily providing recommendations and answering any questions about the menu.
The name “Tandoor” is a reference to the traditional Indian clay oven used in preparation of breads and meats. The restaurant has a tandoor in the kitchen, used to prepare naan (an Indian flatbread) and a selection of meat dishes.
Dining in
Our meal started with a vegetarian platter, allowing a sampling of vegetable samosas (pastries filled with potatoes and green peas), aloo tikki (potato patties with peas and spices), and vegetable and paneer (cheese) pakoras (deep fried spiced fritters), served with chutneys for dipping.
Lighting: Well-lit
Parking: Moderate
Kid-Friendly: Yes
Noise: Medium
Price: Low-Medium
For our entrees, we ordered chicken tikka masala, lamb vindaloo and a paneer shahi korma. The paneer shahi korma (paneer cheese
cooked with nuts, cream and a mix of herbs and spices) was a vibrant dish that showcased all sorts of different flavors beautifully. The lamb vindaloo (a curry featuring extra garlic, ginger, vinegar and chilies) was spicy and flavorful, offering a definite kick, but in a way that left you wanting more.
Chicken tikka masala (a rich and creamy tomato curry of herbs, cream and spices) combined an incredible richness and depth of flavor with the feeling of comfort offered by a warm bowl of soup, this dish was truly exceptional. An order of garlic naan accompanied these dishes, fresh out of the tandoor oven.
Save some room for Tandoor’s dessert options. The menu includes rice puddings and homemade ice cream, but a favorite was the Gulab Jamun, balls of sponge cake soaked in honey and rosewater, which were dangerously easy to eat.
The restaurant features a wide variety of drinks including beer and wine, as well as a simple but enjoy-
able selection of liquors and liqueurs, spiced tea and a mango or sweet lassi (yogurt drinks flavored with mango and rosewater respectively). If you’re a fan of mango, the mango lassi is a mix between a mango smoothie and a mango milkshake, in the best way.
Tandoor of Toledo consistently proves why they’ve won City Paper “Best of Toledo” Awards for 10 years. With reasonable prices, a warm and welcoming atmosphere and vibrant food, Tandoor offers a delicious and authentic taste of Indian cuisine whether you’re looking for a comfy night in or a fun night out.
Visitors can enjoy live music, light refreshments and spinetingling interactive vignettes throughout the 1817 farmstead. Ticketed. $13. 6pm. Also on Saturday, Oct. 5, 6pm. River Raisin Territorial Park, 3815 North Custer Road, Monroe, MI. monroecountymuseum.com
[farms, festivals & fairs]
Heritage Farm Fest Enjoy a sustainably-grown and holistically-raised lunch, wagon rides, live music, hands-on history stations and more. 11am-3pm. Carter Historic Farm, 18331 Carter Rd., Bowling Green. wcparks.org Free
[festivals & street fairs]
Sylvania Fall Festival
enactments, artisan crafts, live music and apple butter. 10am-5pm. Downtown Grand Rapids, Front St., Grand Rapids.
Event-goers can enjoy local craft booths, live music, the annual parade and so much more. 4-10pm. Also on Sunday, Oct. 20, 10am-4pm. Downtown Sylvania, Main St., Sylvania.
The Silent Witness Project Unveiling is a solemn ceremony recounts the stories of women and girls whose lives ended due to domestic violence. 6-8pm. Main Library, 325 N. Michigan St. toledolibrary.org. Free
WEDNESDAY 2
[zoos & animals]
Senior Discovery Days Seniors take advantage of free admission & activities every Wednesday through the end of October. 10am. The Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way. toledozoo.org Free
THURSDAY 3 [computer classes]
Organizing with Google Learn how to organize using Google’s tools, including Keep, Calendar and Contacts. A Gmail account is required. Register online. 1-2:30pm. Kent Branch Library, 3101 Collingwood Blvd. toledolibrary.org Free
FRIDAY 4
[history]
Free First Fridays & Make and Take Craft Day Visit the Wood County Museum for free Museum admission and a make-and-take craft every first Friday. 10am-4pm. Wood County Historical Center & Museum, 13660 County Home Rd., Bowling Green. woodcountyhistory.org Free
[Halloween]
SATURDAY 5
Demonstration Day: Fall BlackThe Wood County Museum will host a Demonstration Day featuring the Northwest Ohio Blacksmiths Association. The Demonstration Day is free to attend. The museum will be open from noon-4 PM with regular admission, $7 for adults, with discounts for seniors, veterans and children. 9am-2pm. Wood County Historical Center & Museum, 13660 County Home Rd., Bowling Green. woodcountyhistory.org Free
[markets & shopping]
Autumn Market at the Wolcott Heritage Center
Celebrate the beauty of the fall season while exploring a curated selection of local artisans, vintage vendors and autumnal goods nestled within the historic grounds of the Wolcott Heritage Center. 11am-4pm. Wolcott Heritage Center, 1035 River Rd., Maumee. wolcotthouse.org
SUNDAY 6
[floristry]
Fall Flower Arranging Workshop
The garden is full of fall-flowering favorites. Enjoy what this season has to offer by creating an autumnal flower arrangement. No previous floral arranging experience is necessary. Ticketed. $60-$65. 9-11:30am. The Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way. toledozoo.org Free
[outdoor concerts]
Rhythm on the River The Otsego Swing Choir and the Otsego Marching Band will perform. The program will be moved to the Old Fire Station, farther west on Front St in case of rain. 4pm. M.J. Wright Pavillion on the Towpath, 0 Hamlin St., Grand Rapids. grandrapidshistoricalsociety.org
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MONDAY 7
[multicultural]
Universal Worship Nine faith traditions share readings, songs and poems on the theme of “Non-Violence” during Ohio Nonviolence Week. 6-7pm. First Unitarian Church of Toledo, 3205 Glendale Ave. multifaithcouncil.org Free
TUESDAY 8
[seniors]
Advanced Care Planningwith Heartland Hospice
Participants will discuss the types of advance care planning and allow for ample questions. 11am-noon. Reynolds Corners Branch Library, 4833 Dorr St. toledolibrary.org Free
WEDNESDAY 9
[caregiving, health & wellness]
Kinship - Wellness Initiative for Senior Education (WISE) Workshop Series Caregivers 55 or older who are raising children can benefit from this 6-session evidence-based WISE series. Registration is required. 9:30-11:30am. Also on Friday, Oct. 11, Wednesday, Oct. 15, Friday, Oct. 18, Wednesday, Oct. 23, and Friday, Oct. 25. Margaret Hunt Senior Center, 2121 Garden Lake Pkwy. areaofficeonaging.com Free
[caregiving, mental health]
Caregiver Coffee with MemoryLane Staff- What is Mindfulness and How Can it be Helpful to Caregiving? Offered in person or virtual. Contact MemoryLane Care Services to enroll 419-720-4940 or cconley@memorylanecare.org. MemoryLane Care Services, 2500 Reynolds Rd. memorylanecareservices.org Free
THURSDAY 10
[wine, parks & gardens]
Beer & Wine Tasting Join personal chef, Jennifer Schuerman for a beer & wine tasting with creative foods. Ticketed. $38. 6:30-8pm. Schedel Arboretum & Gardens, 19255 W Portage River S Rd, Elmore. schedel-gardens.org
SATURDAY 12
[nature & wildlife]
Sturgeon Fest Join Toledo Zoo staff and partners at the annual sturgeon release. Sponsor a Lake sturgeon, release a fish (no cost) and enjoy family-friendly activities. 10am-1pm. City of Toledo Boat Launch, 2700 Broadway St. toledozoo.org
[festivals & fairs]
Oak Harbor Apple Festival
Featuring pageants, classic cars, a parade and more. 10am-9pm. Also on Sunday, Oct. 13, 10am-6pm. Downtown Oak Harbor, Oak Harbor. oakharborapplefestival.com
[festivals & fairs]
Northwood Fall Festival Enjoy vendors, a classic car show, live music and more. Noon-7pm. Central Park, 6010 Wales Rd., Northwood. @northwoodcommunitycares
TUESDAY 15
[crafts]
Make Your Own Harvest Wreath
Celebrate the harvest season with a wreath craft at 577 using seed heads, dried flowers, herbs and other beautiful wild plant cuttings. Registration is required. $40. 6-7:30pm. The 577 Foundation, 577 East Front Street, Perrysburg. 577foundation.org
WEDNESDAY 16 [caregiving]
Caregiver Coffee with MemoryLane Staff- Taking Care of Yourself Offered in person or virtual. Contact MemoryLane Care Services to enroll 419-720-4940 or cconley@memorylanecare.org. 2-3pm. MemoryLane Care Services, 2500 Reynolds Rd. memorylanecareservices.org. Free
THURSDAY 17 [classical music]
Florence Scott Libbey Chamber Series
A casual setting of local musicians with classical music and discussion. Includes light refreshments. Ticketed. $30. Libbey House, 2008 Scottwood Ave. libbeyhouse.org
FRIDAY 18 [opera]
Tosca With Puccini’s richly romantic score, Tosca is one of the world’s most loved operas. $39-$139. 7:30pm. Also on Sunday, Oct. 20, 2pm. toledoopera. org
SATURDAY 19
[handicraft markets] Bewitched Harvest Art & Craft Show
Hosted by the Toledo Craftsman’s Guild. Shop for unique handcrafted items from juried crafters. 9am-4pm. Also on Sunday, Oct. 20, 11am-4pm. The Premier, 4480 Heatherdowns Blvd. toledocraftsmansguild.org
[markets & shopping] Oktoberfest Market Day
Local vendors & business selling & promoting "Made in the USA." Proceeds to benefit the Susan G. Komen Foundation. 10am-3pm. UAW Local 14 Hall, 5411 Jackman Rd.
[law]
Getting Your Affairs in Order Properly - Living Will and Transfer on Death A workshop series with a focus on why it is important to get your affairs in order properly and how to talk to your loved ones about healthcare wishes and pre-estate planning. Lunch is available. Registration is required. 12:30-2:30pm. Main Library, 325 N Michigan St. toledolibrary.org
[improv]
Whose Live Anyway? 90 minutes of hilarious improvised comedy and song all based on audience suggestions with Whose Line Is It Anyway cast members Ryan Stiles, Greg Proops, Jeff B. Davis and Joel Murray. $57-$67. Stranahan Theater, 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd. stranahantheater.com
TUESDAY 22
[film]
Classic Movies at Oregon - Psycho Anthony Perkins stars as the troubled Norman Bates. 1 hr 49 mins; Rated R; 1960; horror/melodrama. 2-5pm. Oregon Branch Library, 3340 Dustin Rd., Oregon. toledolibrary.org Free
WEDNESDAY 23 [law]
Advance Care Planning with Hospice of Northwest Ohio: Living Wills and Healthcare Power of Attorney
Learn how to complete a living will, designate a healthcare power of attorney and set up a one-on-one appointment with a certified facilitator to complete these forms. 10-11am. Sanger Branch Library, 3030 W. Central Ave. toledolibary.org Free
SATURDAY 26 [civic benefit]
Toledo Repair Cafe Bring in your clothing, small appliances, bicycles, jewelry, housewares and toys for repairs free of charge. 10am-2pm. Maumee Branch Library, 501 River Rd., Maumee. toledolibrary.org. Free
[markets & shopping]
The Village @ Night In partnership with Tree City Market, join Heritage Sylvania in the village for a night of shopping, music, food and fun. 2-10pm. Sylvania Historical Village, 5717 North Main St., Sylvania. heritagesylvania.org
[caregiving]
Caregiver Coffee w/ MemoryLane Staff Planning for the Holidays: Tips for Caregivers. To enroll call 419-720-4940 or cconley@memorylanecare.org. 2-3pm. MemoryLane Care Services, 2500 Reynolds Rd. memorylanecareservices.org. Free
November
SATURDAY 2
[food]
St. George Woodley Christmas Cookie Walk
Shop for community-baked traditional homemade cookies as well as Middle Eastern pastries. Cookies are priced by the pound (Middle Eastern cookies are priced separately). Cash and check only. 9am1pm. St. George Orthodox Cathedral, 3754 Woodley Rd.
[visual arts]
4th Annual Fallen Timbers Art Festival
Celebrate the diverse art and artists of Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan while enjoying premium Ohio wines & local food trucks. 11am-7pm. Also on Sunday, Nov. 3, 11am-4pm. The Shops at Fallen Timbers, 3100 Main St., Maumee. theshopsatfallentimbers.com
WEDNESDAY 13
[caregiving]
Caregiver Coffee with MemoryLane Staff The topic will be It's Getting Dark Early: Sundowning and Dementia. In person or virtual. Contact MemoryLane Care Services to enroll 419-7204940 or cconley@memorylanecare.org 2-3pm. MemoryLane Care Services, 2500 Reynolds Rd. memorylanecareservices.org. Free
[health & wellness]
Breaking the Cycle of Repeat Hospitalizations - with Heartland Hospice Discuss breaking the cycle of repeat hospitalizations. Discover the causes behind frequent hospital readmissions among seniors and explore strategies for prevention. 3-4pm. Sanger Branch Library, 3030 W. Central Ave. toledolibrary.org. Free
SATURDAY 16
[markets & shopping]
FRIDAY 1
[history]
Free First Fridays & Make and Take Craft Day Visit the Wood County Museum for free Museum admission and a make-and-take craft every first Friday. 10am-4pm. Wood County Historical Center & Museum, 13660 County Home Rd., Bowling Green. woodcountyhistory.org. Free
SATURDAY 2
[markets & shopping]
Rae Ray's Countdown to Christmas Festival Artisan booths will line Louisiana Ave, kids zone and activities in the parking lot off of 3rd St, free Santa photos, make & takes, live music, food trucks and more. 10am-5pm. Rae Ray's Decor & More, 218 Louisiana Ave., Perrysburg. Raeraysdecorandmore.shop
SUNDAY 3
[markets & shopping]
Painted Clovers Market Shop for unique, handmade, found, repurposed and recycled goods. $5. 11am-5pm. Wood County Fairgrounds, 13800 West Poe Rd., Bowling Green. @paintedcloversvintagemarket
WEDNESDAY 6
[author events]
Heather S. Cole - Ohio's Presidents The Buckeye Presidents Ulysses S. Grant, Rutherford B. Hayes, James A. Garfield, Benjamin Harrison, William McKinley, William Howard Taft, Warren G. Harding. Learn how each of them became president and how their time in the White House shaped the future of the United States. 6:30pm. Gathering Volumes, 196 E South Boundary St., Perrysburg. gatheringvolumes. com
THURSDAY 7 [wine]
Libbey House Wine Tasting Event Jim Sautter, Level One Sommelier, of Sautter’s Market, will provide informal presentations of five (5) fine wines to enjoy with carefully paired appetizers. Ticketed. $40. 6-8pm. Libbey House, 2008 Scottwood Ave. libbeyhouse.org
FRIDAY 8 [games]
Cards & Cocoa Enjoy some Cocoa and play a variety of different games. 10-11am. Kent Branch Library, 3101 Collingwood Blvd. toledolibrary.org. Free
Shipshewana on the Road
Browse unique gifts, crafts and foods. $5. 10am-3pm. Wood County Fairgrounds, 13800 West Poe Rd., Bowling Green. shipshewanaontheroad.com
[concerts]
Trans-Siberian Orchestra
The tour marks a triple celebration: 20 years of their beloved rock opera The Lost Christmas Eve, reaching their 20 millionth concertgoer and surpassing a phenomenal $20 million donated to charity. $49-$119. 3pm and 7:30pm. Huntington Center, 500 Jefferson Ave. huntingtoncentertoledo.com
WEDNESDAY 20
[law]
The Ohio Justice Bus
The Ohio Justice Bus is a mobile legal aid office that offers free legal advice to lowincome residents. Services are walk up only (no appointment) and available on a first come, first served basis. 10am-noon. Main Library, 325 N Michigan St. toledolibrary. org. Free
FRIDAY 22
[visual arts]
Local Artists’ Holiday Trunk Sale
Be inspired for holiday gift giving and beautiful creations by talented local artists. Featuring a variety of mediums including glass, jewelry and pottery as well as the classic holiday decor of the historic Libbey House. $10-$25. 5-8pm. Also on Saturday, Nov. 23, 11am-6pm. Libbey House, 2008 Scottwood Ave. theartscommission.org
WEDNESDAY 27
[health & wellness]
Advance Care Planning with Hospice of Northwest Ohio
Learn how to complete a living will, designate a healthcare power of attorney and set up a one-on-one appointment with a certified facilitator to complete these forms. 10-11am. Maumee Branch Library, 501 River Rd., Maumee. toledolibrary.org. Free
SATURDAY 30
[handicraft markets]
Crafts for Christmas A showplace of fine handmade juried crafts, gifts and holiday decorations that will make your season bright. 9am-4pm. Also on Sunday, Dec. 1, 11am-4pm. Lucas County Recreation Center 2901 Key St., Maumee. toledocraftsmansguild.org
THEATER
3B Productions presents The Prom
Four Broadway actors, recalling their days of fame, travel to the conservative town of Edgewater, Indiana, to help a lesbian student who was prohibited from bringing her girlfriend to the high school prom. Friday, Oct. 11 and Saturday, Oct. 12 at 8 pm and Sunday, Oct. 12 at 2:30 pm Maumee Indoor Theater, 601 Conant St. 419-8978902. Tickets $20 online at 3bproductions.org
Pinkalicious! At the Valentine Theatre
Pinkalicious can’t stop eating pink cupcakes despite warnings from her parents. Her pink indulgence lands her at the doctor’s office with Pinkititis, an affliction that turns her pink from head to toe — a dream come true for this pink-loving enthusiast. But when her hue goes too far, only Pinkalicious can figure out a way to get out of this predicament. Grab the grandkids and head to the Valentine Theatre, 425 N. St. Clair St., Sunday, Nov. 3 at 2 pm. 419-242-3490. Tickets $15 to $20 online at valentinetheatre.com
Waterville Playshop Company presents Sound of Music
Head to the Maumee Indoor Theater, 601 Conant St., for the classic tale of Maria in Salzburg, Austria, acting as governess to seven children, her eventual marriage with their father Captain Georg von Trapp, and their escape during the Anschluss in 1938. Friday, Oct. 25 and Saturday, Oct. 26 at 8 pm, and Sunday, Oct. 27 at 2:30 pm. watervilleplayshop.org
Toledo Opera Presents Tosca
With Puccini’s richly romantic score, Tosca is one of the world’s most loved operas to this day. The year is 1800 and Rome finds itself caught in the middle of a war between Napoleon and the Austrian empire – leading some to flee from the police. Spying, double-crossing, and torture have become the order of the day. Friday, Oct.18 at 7:30 pm and Sunday, Oct. 20 at 2 pm. Valentine Theatre, 410 Adams St. toledoopera. org
Photos By Christine Seneck
German American Festival 2024
Toledo’s oldest and largest ethnic festival featured delicious German food and imported beer, as well as authentic music, folk dancing and entertainment. Attendees participated in German contests, feats, fun activities and rides for kids. This event promoted German and Swiss cultures, and generated revenue for the German and Swiss Cultural Center
Joe Camp, Cheri Potter, Larry Camp, AJ Potter.
Randy & Diane Rohrs and Mary & George Krese.
Lisa Pietras & Mike Willinger. Mary & Jeff Pegorch.
PUZZLES
AT LAST
Brendan Emmett Quigley
Across
1. Workforce
6. Broker’s advice
10. Way back in the past
13. Many a video game level, e.g.
14. Inter ___ (among others)
15. Clue weapon
16. Fold in a knight’s protection?
18. Shell product
19. Toy that you can “rock the cradle”
20. Charged particle
21. “You beat me”
23. Smuggling sausages?
26. Cut up a rug
29. Ilhan and Ayanna’s compatriot, for short
30. Now hear this
31. “___ Raids Fridge” (The Onion headline)
33. Spot on X where one might slide into
36. “Do you want to see some magic?
This squirrel-like thing?”
40. When to leave, briefly
41. Words to live by
42. Actress Prepon
43. Frl : Germany :: ___ : France
45. Business news
46. Two things found on island-based reality dating shows?
51. “Sounds bad”
52. Wood problem
53. Native Americans of Northern Arizona
57. Fish for breakfast
58. Crazy cool, in dated hip-hop slang?
61. Barleywine, e.g.
62. Soup veggie
63. Stay the night
64. Some merch table offerings
65. “I’m all ___”
66. Extreme suffering
Down
1. Try and convince
2. Riding mower brand
3. Private group?
4. It picks up the acoustics at a basketball game
5. Pres. who implemented Social Security
6. Sitting room
7. Nicholas Gage’s book about his mother
8. Swimmer Thomas
9. Leather used in some saddles
10. Cow college student
11. Mexican tropical fruit
12. Beginning
17. Like some car freshener smells
22. Canyon creator
24. “Welp, if you say so”
25. Depilatory brand
26. Satisfy fully
27. Suffering
28. “That was me!”
Marcy Kaptur for Congress
43. “Tell ___ story”
44. “The Murder at the Vicarage” detective
45. Cooks cook it
46. Purplish hue
47. Back in the day
48. Puts a spell on
31. Prefix with beat or futurism
32. “Before I forget,” initially
33. Pfizer product
34. Farm female
35. Name on the marquee
37. Breadmaker’s need
38. Zeno’s home
39. Aardvark, by another name
JOKES
How do trees get on the internet? They log in.
Why do ducks have tails? To hide their butt-quacks!
I used to be addicted to the Hokey Pokey... But then I turned myself around.
What do lawyers wear under their pants? Briefs.
Why shouldn’t you play poker in the jungle? Too many cheetahs.
How do lumberjacks know how many trees they’ve cut down? They keep a log.
49. Device with a lint trap
50. Pawns for cash
54. Really, really
55. Job for a physical therapist
56. Very small
59. Breakers break there
60. They may be frozen in a lab
I ordered a chicken and an egg online. I’ll let you know what comes first.
Why did the financial planner quit his job? He was losing interest.
Why aren’t kids allowed to see pirate movies? They’re all rated arrrrrrrrrr.
What’s Forrest Gump’s password? 1Forrest1.
Why are sports stadiums so chilly? Too many fans.
HEARD ANY GOOD JOKES?
Send your favorites to mleditor@adamsstreetpublishing.com
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