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Full and fine

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Toledo’s Award-Winning Parent Newspaper Volume 25 • Issue 03 March 2016

[special features] Your child’s first steps

Candy crush

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Getting a picky eater to try veggies

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March is not-quite-spring, but not-quite-winter. Love, or hate, the in between month, March is the time for rejuvenation and growth. Looking for ways to look forward and stay present? Our online exclusives are here to help you warm up.

Want more early childhood education options?

Check out the past issues of the Child Care and Preschool Guide.

Winter blahs?

Even children get Seasonal Affective Disorder— learn the signs and steps to help.

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Hatching new ways to celebrate

We have 8 Egg-citing Easter traditions for your family to try.

by Kerri Rochelle

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Kicked-up comfort food in west Toledo

by Karen L. Zickes

[Always online] Our Top Docs & Wellness Champions issue is your guide to the basics when it comes to keeping kiddos healthy. Local medical experts dish on what their Golden Rules are for avoiding sick days at home!

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By Sue Lovett

As soon as they are big enough, get them a toy fire engine to ride and the appropriate costume and hat. They love noise, are impatient, and always want to be first in everything they do. They have trouble sitting still, even lying still in their cribs and playpens. They recognize the color red and are not frightened by loud noises. They want to be FIRST in line at the store, in school, even getting to the table for meals. They have a bit of a temper, but seldom hold a grudge. If you ask them a question you can depend on them to give you a quick honest answer.

In day-care or pre-school they adjust easily but may become impatient with the other children who are not as fast as they are! Patience is not one of their virtues, but they can learn it when given examples. They definitely are leaders and thrive on responsibility. Give them specific assignments and they will never disappoint you.

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Did you notice that most of our staff didn’t attend preschool?

Preschool did not become the norm until 1999, when nearly 60% of the pre-K tots were enrolled in an early childhood education program—69% were four years of age, and 76 % five years. In 2012, 54% of 3-4-year-olds were enrolled in preschool in the US. Comparatively, 99% of French children are enrolled in preschool.

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Throwback holiday

Fill your tot’s Easter basket with something unusual— favorites from your childhood. Boyd’s Retro Candy is chock-full of old school candy perfectly suited to bring out the tradition of the holidays. Boyd’s Retro Candy, 954 Phillips Ave. 419-720-7387. boydsretrocandy.com

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Preschool Art on Display

The PRIZM Creative Community presents the “Preschool Picassos” art exhibit at the Way Public Library (101 E. Indiana Avenue in Perrysburg) through March 4. Artists from four local preschools (St. Rose School, Inspirations Learning Center, and the Avenue Street and Early Learning Centers of the Children’s Discover Center) produced more than 150 works in several media. The exhibition is the first of three planned by Prizm Educational Series to show the joy of expression of local children.

Prizm founder Annette Jensen notes that it is refreshing to see the innocence of the children’s art, noting that art gives children learning opportunities for developing motor skills, language development, creativity, inventiveness, and cultural awareness. For more details, contact Mrs. Jensen at 419 931-8732, communityprizm@bex.net, myprizm.com, facebook.com/prizmcreative —CH

Calling all happy campers!

If sleeping under the stars, whatever the weather, is your idea of fun, consider pitching your tent in one of the Toledo Metroparks. Tent campers can enjoy individual or group sites (with firewood, fire rings, restrooms, and treated well water) at Oak Openings Metropark at the White Oak Campground or the Wiregrass Lake Campground year-round, and at the Campground at Farnsworth Metropark from May-November. An individual site at those locations costs $20/night while $30 gets a group site. Cottage campers will enjoy time at the Caretakers Cottage at Oak Openings. Guests must bring their own linens, but there is room for up to 8 campers, who will appreciate the kitchen amenities (stove, refrigerator, microwave), wood-burning fireplace, and backyard fire pit. Cabin rental is $100/night for Metropark members, $125 for non-members. Call 419 407-9710 for more information and to make reservations.—CH

Local Artist Makes Cancer Understandable

Artist Greg Justus had quite a challenge: to illustrate a children’s book about cancer. He wanted the illustrations to be informative, but not scary, and he thought that an approach that was “too cartoony” wouldn’t work. He collaborated with the author, Jean Schoen. As Director of the Cancer Connection of Northwest Ohio.

She enlisted Justus, who painted healthy cells in bright colors and cancer cells with unhappy faces. The results are three books — Someone I Know Has Cancer (one for youngest readers), Do You Know Someone Who Has Cancer? (for young readers) and When Someone You Know Has Cancer, for young adult readers. Schoen notes, “I learned that parents need to talk to their kids in a cancer situation. I wrote the books for parents to read with their children, and to encourage the kids to ask questions.” The books are available through Amazon for $10 each, with all proceeds going to the agency for physical, emotional, and spiritual help for to cancer patients of all ages. 151 N. Michigan St., Suite 200, 419-725-1100. cancerconnectionofnorthwestohio.com, artofjustus.com—CH

New space, same beat The Sweetest Way to Support Youth Theater

Since 1954, Children’s Theatre Workshop (CTW) has helped youth ages 5-18 by giving them a taste of the limelight, and more importantly, accountability and responsibility. By encouraging youth to participate in the theater experience, CTW has provided local youth from over 50 locals schools the chance to be stars on the stage while learning from adult professionals. Help support one of the oldest children’s theatre groups in the country during their annual, and tasty, fundraiser— the 5th Annual Cupcake Showdown. At least eight local bakeries will serve up a spread of cupcakes for attendees to taste-test and determine the best. This year’s theme is in honor of one of CTW’s summer musicals, A Year with Frog and Toad.

Hop on over to the showdown, and participate in the super-sweet challenge of finding the best cupcake in town, on Saturday, March 5 from 2-5pm. $15/adults, $10/students and seniors, and children under 5 are free with a paying adult. Enjoy cupcakes, appetizers, refreshments, raffles and silent auction opportunities. Children’s Theatre Workshop, 2417 Collingwood Blvd.

419-244-5061. ctwtoledo.org —AC 6

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Heartbeat of Toledo has expanded to East Toledo. Focusing on both prenatal and parental assistance, Heartbeat lends a helping hand to expecting and current parents. With a range of offerings, including free pregnancy tests, a variety of classes for each step of the way, and a boutique full of the gently used newborn necessities. The Heart to Heart learning program allows new and expecting parents to earn while they learn by gaining points per class to use at the baby boutique. By attending classes, including doctor check ups, parents can gain confidence while providing for their newborn. 9:30am4pm, Monday, Tuesday and Thursday. 101 Main St., Suite 2. 419-214-0768. heatbeatoftoledo.org —PP

Little Miracles, Big World The Little Miracles Montessori school recently opened a second location at the St. Elias Antiochian Orthodox Church in Sylvania. Donna Schroyer-Riesen opened the doors of Little Miracles original location on Sylvania Metamora Road in 1994 after the birth of her daughter, Tristin, who had a congenital heart defect. Donna quickly learned that Tristin needed a specialized learning environment that could accommodate her medical needs and physical limitations, which led her to start a Montessori school. The mission of Little Miracles is: “…to educate and prepare the whole person for life by providing a quality, personalized learning experience in a nurturing atmosphere— a cooperative partnership between child, home, and community.” This Montessori school provides a personal and tailored education for infants-toddlers, as well as, preschool aged children. In addition to the regular program, Little Miracles also offers before and after school programs at St. Stephen Church (7800 Erie St., 419-885-1551) and at Winterfield Venture Academy (305 Wenz Rd., 419-531-3285). —TA For more information please contact: Donna Schroyer-Riesen. Little Miracles Montessori School, 9009 Sylvania Metamora, Sylvania. littlemiraclesmontessorischool.com 419-824-0737

Polar bear

On December 3, 2015, the Toledo Zoo’s sixteen-year-old female polar bear, Crystal, gave birth to a cub. “This is the fifth time polar bear cubs have been born at the Toledo Zoo, for a total of seven cubs since 2006,” said Dr. Randi Meyerson, assistant director of animal programs. “We are very excited about the successful birth and rearing of this cub. The cub still has a lot of important milestones [to achieve], but we are cautiously optimistic that both mom and cub will continue to thrive.” Can’t wait to see the cub? As excited as the Zoo is, they are honoring this important bonding period, as mother and cub remain secluded as they would in the wild. toledozoo.org—AC

On the Battlefield

In October of 2015, the sites of Fallen Timbers were extended with the addition of a newly-discovered battlefield in Maumee, a historical site honoring the Battle of Fallen Timbers. This new addition joins the Fallen Timbers Monument, situated on a bluff overlooking Side Cut Metropark, the Maumee River, and Fort Miamis, the British fort located a few miles away on River Road. An educational visitor center provides the factual history before visitors embark on a 1.4 mile Northwest Territory Trail that loops through the wooded area where the 1975 Battle of Fallen Timbers took place. Along the trail, visitors will encounter information booths giving insight into the battle. The Metroparks of Toledo, which manages the three sites, are in the process of fundraising to create interpretive displays. Fallen Timbers Battlefield at the intersection of US-23/I-475 (Anthony Wayne Trail), Maumee. 419-407-9700. metroparkstoledo.com —AC

Optometry with Dr. Brodie

Brodie Optometry began offering vision therapy and sensory learning services in December 2015. Vision therapy is a series of treatments that help correct visual motor and sensory development issues. Many patients experience some of the following symptoms: struggling in school, poor comprehension, skipping lines when reading, double vision and headaches.

Sensory learning services help patients to navigate their environments by learning how to deal with hypersensitivity or under sensitivity. Patients who could benefit from these services tend to be hypersensitive to sound, touch, smell. Vision therapy and sensory learning really benefit those who have suffered from a traumatic brain injury, depression, anxiety, stroke, sensory processing disorder, or are on the autism spectrum.

Margie Petersen, the Director of Vision Therapy and Sensory Learning at Brodie Optometry, explains that an assessment begins with an eye exam, and depending on what is uncovered, more testing would take place. Margie has a Masters Degree in Education and can participate in Individual Education Plan meetings to make recommendations for students.

Brodie Optometry, 840 W. Boundary St., Perrysburg, 419-931-2020, brodieoptometry.com —TA

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The iDance Adaptive Performing Arts Center has big news for the new year!

Karen Medina, iDance Director, was recently awarded the 2015 Maumee Valley Civitan Award for community involvement. Ms. Medina is proud to be a part of the non-profit 501c3 performing arts program and encourages her students to share their talents and passion with the community, performing at over 75 local events in the past 3 years. iDance is thrilled to share that it has launched two new and successful programs this year. The first, iSing is an adult vocal performance group that meets on Mondays at 6:00pm and is free to join.

Ms. Medina hopes to inspire wheelchair-bound

individuals to participate in iSing and share their passion for the performing arts. Drum Fit is a second cardio program, launched recently, which features low impact, upper body conditioning. The class meets Sundays at 4:00pm with a $2.00 drop-in fee. Medina stated “The participants are seeing and feeling the benefits of being connected to fitness while having a lot of fun. The class is full of laughter and energy when families and friends share the experience.�

The iFit Community Gym is already in the works! Medina says, “This will give our families more opportunities to strengthen healthy habits which benefit individuals in the special needs population.� With the generous help of Kohl’s in Action Associates, the project is expected to be completed in the next few months.

For more information regarding making a donation or learning more about the iDance Adaptive Performing Arts Center and it’s programs, visit their Facebook page: facebook.com/iDanceAdaptivePerformingArtsCenter/

THE LINES TWEEN advice for parents with children 10-16

MVCDS Gold Key Winner

Maumee Valley Country Day School Junior Juliana DeSouza’s short story, “Hanah,” was recently named the winner of a prestigious Gold Key award in the Scholastic Art and Writing Competition, the longest running award for students grades 7-12. Her short story will now be entered into the national Scholastic Art and Writing Competition in mid-March. Here’s Juliana’s description of her story: “Hannah” is about this house, the House of Hannah, that sits on town’s highest hill.

Everyone is scared of it, but nobody knows exactly why. Maybe it’s because of its dark windows, maybe it’s because of that doorbell covered in dust. To most, it’s just the town’s ghost story, but to one boy, Scott, it’s a challenge. He breaks into the house... only to find out something - or someone - who has been lurking inside.”— AD

From Classroom to Carnegie The old joke goes: “How do you get to Carnegie Hall?” “Practice.” Three Toledo School for the Arts students found their own when after applying to play in the great hall. Members from Carnegie selected students from hundreds of applicants to perform on February 3 in NYC as part of the Carnegie Hall High School Honors Orchestra and Band, with students from around the world. Violinists, Pilar Athaide-Victor and Cole Habekost, and oboist Isabel Weningm trained daily under instructors Jay Welenc and Diana Anderson in preparation for Carnegie. — AD

Pilar Athaide-Victor, Isabel Wening and Cole Habekost took their talents to one of the world’s most notable concert venues.

A Teen’s First Steps

Ensure a bright job future for your teen by giving them the steps they need to get a job they’ll love. The Toledo Lucas County Public Library will be holding workshops to prepare students for a Teen Job Faird in late April for ages 16 through 21 held at the SeaGate Convention by the City of Toledo Youth Commission. The March workshops will cover resume writing (03/01), interview tips (03/05), and keeping a job (03/15), with additional April workshops as well. Several library branches across the city will host these events, giving your student an opportunity to get ready. Registration is ut preferred as seating will be limited. The Job Fair will be held from 10am-1pm on Saturday, April 23. SeaGate Convention Centre, 401 Jefferson Ave. Toledo. 419-255-3300. toledo-seagate.com Free — SH

Exchanging education

Three dozen Chinese middle school students from Lanzhao, China are visiting various Ohio middle schools, including Rossford, Lake, and Woodmore. They will be shadowing middle school students to get a firsthand look at the average life of American middle schoolers. Chinese students apply through the Youth Ambassador Program to visit America. Host schools will each present a typical American event, like throwing a dance or having a bar-b-que. For the final week of their month long visit, the foreign students will see the sights in Los Angeles. — AD

Zonta Scholarships

The Zonta Club of Toledo is an organization that works for the advancement of women. Each year, Zonta gives out two awards to 16-19 year old women. Eligibility requirements for the YWPA award include, active commitment to volunteering, experience with local or student government, leadership achievements, knowledge of and support for Zonta.

Deadlines for the awards applications are April 1st.

Overall requirements for both awards include being in a business program at an accredited institute, at least second year undergraduates, having documented proof of current enrollment, an outstanding academic record, and demonstrating initiative. zontatoledo1.org — AD

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Picking at my nerves How to go head-to-head with a kid who only wants candy

by Heidi Borst

Until recently, mealtime had become a battle of wills in our household. My headstrong two and a half year old son, Brody, preferred to smash, throw, or finger-paint with his food as opposed to eating it. Presentation was definitely not the issue, as I always prepared his food in perfectly appealing, bite-sized shapes. If he did not want what I offered, I tried something different. I’d even attempted bribery, with treats or fun activities, if he would just eat his food! In my desperation I had resorted to following him around while he played and shoving spoonfuls of yogurt or applesauce into his mouth. Nothing else was working. Eager for some suggestions, I asked our pediatrician, Dr. Robert W. Mills of Pediatricare Associates, for his advice, and picked up a copy of My Child Won’t Eat, by Carlos Gonzales. I came away with some incredibly liberating information.

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Stop the Pressure to Eat

“Stop tugging your end of the rope,” Dr. Mills recommended.

Explaining it as an issue of control which would only worsen the more I pushed, he advised me to let go. He suggested I leave a plate of healthy food in a place where my son could eat it when he wanted to, and warned against putting any pressure on the act of eating itself.

“Kids are not going to starve themselves unless there is a neurological issue,” Dr. Mills assured me.

Gonzalez agrees. In My Child Won’t Eat, he stresses, “It is appetite that regulates the intake of food, and at least in children, it does so in a way that adequately meets their needs.”

Gonzales also cautions against using such methods as distractions (spoons as airplanes), television, begging, promises (you can have ice cream if you eat your peas), threats, supplications, and com-

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parisons (don’t you want to be big and strong like daddy?). I was guilty of a few of these methods, none of which was the least bit effective.

Expecting My Child Won’t Eat to supply me with an arsenal of tips to coax my son into cleaning his plate, I came away with a completely different, vitally important message: toddlers have only one relationship with food; as nourishment. They only eat because they have to, unlike adults who eat for enjoyment, or as a way to release stress, etc. “Do not force your child to eat. Never make him eat in any way, under any circumstance, for any reason… The majority of children who refuse to eat do it simply because they do not need more food.” Let your child take the lead.

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Now at mealtimes, I conjure Dr. Mills’ advice to me, “It’s not your job; it’s his job.” It is a parent’s job to make healthy foods available. How much a child eats, when he eats (if he eats) is his responsibility. Dr. Mills assured me Brody will eat when he is hungry, even if that isn’t at a frequency to which I am accustomed (or comfortable with). It is completely normal for a toddler to go a day or more without eating. In a pinch, he told me to give Brody a Flintstones vitamin with Iron.

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Emetophobia is an intense, irrational fear of vomiting, including a fear of seeing vomit or watching the action of vomiting. Undoubtedly, no one enjoys throwing up or seeing another person in the process, but for some, including me; it can be absolutely petrifying and almost debilitating.

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The first time I saw someone vomit, I was at the boardwalk on the New Jersey shore and a teenage boy got off a ride and threw up a few feet from me. My mother inadvertently led me in that direction, literally inches from it, and I was so shaken by it that though I was only 3 years old, I can recall it vividly. It was terrifying.

Throughout life, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve worried about being in the vicinity of a person who throws up. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve gotten slightly better at dealing with my fear of vomit over the years, although I will still do absolutely anything and everything to prevent myself from vomiting (I can count on one hand the number of times I actually have thrown up). I was never the friend who would hold your hair back for you during the act, and I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t check on my husband when heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in the midst of a battle with food poisoning.

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When I had my son, I immediately felt an immense sense of selflessness.

I would do anything in the world for him and loved him more than life. Still, I worried over how I would deal with this fear of mine. I got through the baby vomit stage just fine, but when he started on solids I started to obsessively worry about him getting the stomach flu. How would I handle it?

The stomach flu is not actually the flu, but rather one of many viruses (such as norovirus and rotavirus) that attack the gastrointestinal tract, causing nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. According to the Center for Disease Control, it is spread by eating contaminated food, touching contaminated surfaces, or having direct contact with an infected person. Daycare centers, schools, and cruise trips are common outbreak settings (you will certainly never catch me on a cruise).

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ing the store. I was startled, but incredibly, I did not feel rattled or anxious. There was no time for that. He, on the other hand, was crying, extremely frightened. My only instinct was to comfort and reassure him. I was amazed at the ease with which I handled this.

I added another notch to my belt last summer during a family trip to New Hampshire. We flew the first leg of the journey and drove the remaining 200 miles.

The narrow, winding, mountainous roads were making me queasy; I was begging my husband for the umpteenth time to slow down when a distressed cry of â&#x20AC;&#x153;Mommy!â&#x20AC;? came from the backseat. I turned around just as my son got sick all over himself.

Once again, I was able to put my own discomfort aside to focus on my son. Even better, this time my husband was there to help clean him up and change his clothes while I did the consoling.

So far this winter we have been lucky, but exposure is inevitable. The preoccupation I have endured for so much of my life is slowly letting up. I do stash towels under his crib for easy access and keep a barf-cleaning kit in my car (which I made certain had a leather interior because itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s easier to clean).

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Chubby’s American Grill 535 W. Alexis Rd. Toledo 43612 419-476-0802 Sun-Thur: 11a.m.-11p.m.

Fri-Sat: 11a.m.-Midnight www.chubbysamericangrill.com

Chubba-Chubbalicious

Kicked up comfort food in west Toledo By: Karen L. Zickes

Occasionally, kicking the diet to the curb for an evening isn’t such a terrible crime. Sometimes the food is so good, you just gotta be bad. At Chubby’s American Grill, you’ll want to leave the calorie counting to someone else.

Melting pot of patrons

Needing a change of pace on a winter Saturday night, my boys and I picked up my parents and headed to Chubby’s for dinner.

We were greeted immediately and, thankfully, they under promised and over delivered on the wait time. Wall-to-wall tables were occupied and there is no designated waiting area. The regulars didn’t seem to mind. A kind customer offered my parents the available chairs at her table near the door so they didn’t have to stand and wait.

They don’t advertise as a “sports bar” but there are countless flat screens throughout the restaurant and most of them were streaming sports. The patrons ranged in age from baby to baby boomer to those in their 80s. People were socializing in large groups, families, and couples.

When in Chubby’s…

You’ve heard the phrase “When in Rome, do as the Romans do.” Well, at Chubby’s their motto is “Come hungry, leave chubby.” So I took it to heart, made myself comfortable, and decided, this evening, we were going to “Chub-out”.

Chubby’s opened in fall of 2014 and is owned by Roger Carter and Ernie and Tracy Miller. “Everything’s made from

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scratch. We try to be unique. We try to be different,” said Mr. Carter. When referencing his business partner Ernie Miller he said “Between the two of us we’ve been doing this [restaurant work/cooking] 60 years.” He also added “He’s Chubby 1 and I’m Chubby 2.” Mr. Carter said they have a passion for food and for serving people, and serving them large portions.

Adventurous comfort food

We perused the menu (and food on other tables) while we were waiting. We immediately ordered the fan favorite, Reuben Balls, for $7.99 when we were seated. Five, large, lightly fried balls chock full of corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut and rye bread served with Thousand Island dressing arrived quickly — a crowd pleaser.

Our waitress was friendly, attentive, and patient while we tried to decide on our entrees.

The kids’ meals come with activity sheets and crayons. My boys may be getting older, but they never tire of a competitive game of tic tac toe or word search.

They enjoyed the football and hockey games on the big screens as well.

The kids’ menu offered many options from corn dogs to burgers, wings, chicken chunks, homemade mac-n-cheese and sides such as mashed potatoes, hand-cut fries, mandarin oranges and celery sticks.

For just $4.99 a drink comes with the meal and milk is an option as well. The sliders and fries satisfied my youngest son’s appetite, and that’s no easy task. An added bonus; kids 12 and under eat free on Wednesdays with each adult entrée.

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Mr. Carter said they update the menu about twice a year and are continually concocting new and interesting dishes.

Like their portions, their menu is also colossal in size, offering soups, salads, creative burgers, sandwiches, steaks, pasta, and so much more. Daily specials such as pork chops, prime rib, and fish are additional options. With such generous portions, my parents shared the smothered chicken meal that included two 8oz. chicken breasts and two sides for only $12.99, thoroughly enjoying their choice.

My fried chicken and waffle sandwich with sweet potato waffle fries served with a mouthwatering sweet glaze was tasty, but I suffered yet again from “entrée envy.” Oh how I wished I had ordered what my son devoured that evening; Chubby Mac. His heaping plate of chicken chunks drowning in their homemade mac-n-cheese and crumbled bacon was irresistible. By the end of dinner, my son was also wishing I had ordered my own! Sometimes I just really need to reinforce for my children the importance of sharing.

The Short Course Kid-friendly: Yes.

To avoid wait: Arrive before 6-6:30p.m.

Noise Level: Loud.

Bathroom amenities: Changing stations in BOTH men’s and women’s restrooms High chairs? Yes.

Got milk: Yes, and chocolate milk.

Want juice? Enjoy cranberry, orange and apple.

Kids’ menu? Yes, and kids 12 and under eat free Wednesdays with each entrée purchased.

Food allergy concerns? Soy oil is used.

Items such as chicken etc. can be prepared special if you have a food allergy. Always speak with your server prior to ordering.

Karen Zickes is a mom of three active children and freelance writer who resides in Holland, OH. She can be reached in c/o editor@toledoparent.com

Bottom Line: Locally owned and very family friendly, Chubby’s American Grill is a wonderful addition to restaurants in West Toledo. It’s obvious they’ve become a fast favorite of the locals and you can’t beat the quality of food, large portions, and quite a bang for your buck. Don’t forget…kids eat free on Wednesdays and leave your diet at the door.

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2 WEDNESDAY Toddler Trails - Introduce your child to the natural world. Parents accompany and assist in their children’s experience at the program. Register toddlers only, ages 18 months-3 years.

10-11:00am. $2. Wildwood Preserve, 5100 W. Central Ave. 419-407-9700. metroparkstoledo.com Junie B. Jones Week - Stop by the Library any day this week and complete a Junie B. activity and enter to win 4 tickets to the Saturday, March 12, 2016 production of Junie B.’s Essential Survival Guide to School at the Valentine Theatre (See note on pg 26). 9am-8:30pm. Main Library, 325 N. Michigan St. 419-259-5200. toledolibrary.org Free

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5 SATURDAY Children’s Theatre Workshop Cupcake Showdown - Taste delicious cupcakes and raise money for the Children’s Theatre Workshop at the same time. 2-5pm. $15/adults, $10/students and seniors, free/ages 5 and under with a paying adult. Children’s Theatre Workshop, 2417 Colllingwood Blvd.

419-244-5061. ctwtoledo.org Homesteading: Maple Season Pioneers of all ages are welcome to visit The Johlin Cabin and see how much home life has changed in the last 149 years. Visit the park anytime between 11am and 3pm to lend a hand with a maple treat or just to explore.

11am-3pm. Pearson Park, 761 Lallendorf Rd., Oregon. 419-407-9700. metroparkstoledo.com Free

Snowy Owl Search - Join a naturalist on a minibus to learn about these beautiful birds and maybe even see one. Dress in layers. Binoculars available to borrow, or bring your own. Bus is ADA accessible; please call ahead if you plan to bring a wheelchair. Register online. 9-11am. $9/ members, $10/nonmembers. Wildwood Preserve, 5100 W. Central Ave. 419-407-9700. metroparkstoledo.com

Mickey Matinee: Peter Pan - Come to the library for a magical celebration of Disney’s Peter Pan! There will be a treasure hunt through the library and a special appearance by Tinkerbell starting at 1pm, then at 1:30pm there will be a showing of Disney’s Peter Pan. All ages are welcome. Register online. 1-3pm. Way Public Library, 101 E. Indiana Ave., Perrysburg.

419-874-3135. waylibrary.info Free

West Side Montessori Open House Visit either the Toledo or Perrysburg campus to see what a Montessori can offer for toddlers through third grade.

8:30-10:30am. West Side Montessori, 7115 W. Bancroft St. 419-866-1931 or 13587 Roachton Rd. 419-784-8385. montessoritoledo.org Free

What a Wonderful World Storytime - First recorded in 1967 by Louis Armstrong, “What a Wonderful World” is a poignant message of hope for people everywhere. With bright, beautiful art, this book is perfect for sharing.

Barnes and Noble, 3100 Main St. #1400, Maumee. 419-878-0652. barnesandnoble.com Free

4 FRIDAY Monster Jam - The stars of the show are the biggest performers on four wheels: the Monster Jam trucks.

The twelve-feet-tall, ten-thousand-pound machines will bring you to your feet, racing and ripping up a custom-designed track full of obstacles to soar over - OR smash through. Through March 6. 7pm Friday & Saturday, 2pm Saturday & Sunday. $10-$52. Huntington Center, 500 Jefferson Ave. 419-255-3300. huntingtoncentertoledo.com Park After Dark: Junior Night Naturalists - Calling all budding naturalists! Are you ready to explore the park after dark? Join Metroparks in this kid-friendly night hike. Dress for the outdoors and bring a flashlight. For ages 6-10 with an adult. 6:30-7:30pm. $5/ members, $6/nonmembers. Wildwood Preserve, 5100 W. Central Ave. 419-407-9700. metroparkstoledo.com Coffee with Cops - Join the Toledo Police Department for a great opportunity to get to know the Chief and some of the uninformed officers working in the area.

No agendas or guest speakers, just a chance to sit and talk about whatever may concern you. 7-9am. High Level Diner, 222 S. Summit St. philip.cook@toledo.oh.gov

Make U Mobile Art Lab: Digital Photography - Learn the basics of using a digital camera and how to compose images. Digital cameras will be provided; students should bring a flash drive or a valid email address to save photos. 10-11:30am. Sylvania Branch Library, 6749 Monroe St., Sylvania.

419-882-2089. toledolibrary.org Free

6 SUNDAY Acoustics for Autism - Have fun listening to bands while supporting ProjectiAm, which helps support local families touched by autism. Donations are appreciated.

Noon-2am. The Village Idiot, 309 Conant St., Maumee. acousticsforautism.com Free Kids Getting Creative for a CauseMultiple Sclerosis Fundraiser - Kids can come paint, have fun and support a great cause at the same time. During the first session, kids will be painting a lion.

During the second session, kids will be painting The Hungry Caterpillar. See the website for more information including tickets. 1-3pm. $25. Uncork the Artist, 5206 Monroe St. 419-283-2484. rezclick.com/uncorktheartist

7 MONDAY 16th Annual Connect to Creativity Art Show - For the 16th consecutive year, the Main Library is hosting a display of art from teens all around the Lucas County area. Colorful, intricate, expressive

Historically accurate

Fridays through March 25 / The University of Toledo Ritter Planetarium Let the secrets of the Mayans be uncovered at the down-to-earth screening of “Tales of the Maya Skies,” an educational show held in UT’s Ritter Planetarium. As the show is projected onto the full dome of the planetarium, it will guide viewers through the intricacies of Mayan astronomy, art, and culture, accompanied by stunning visuals and a custom score, and narrated by Latin Grammy award winner Lila Downs. This inspirational and educational show provides viewers of all ages with a description of the Mayan’s accurate astronomical achievements. Fridays through March 25. 7:30pm. $7/adults, $5/children, seniors and UT community members, free/children 3 and under. Ritter Planetarium, 2855 W. Bancroft St. 419-530-2650. utoledo.edu

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Sunday, 3.6 / Farnsworth Preserve Metropark

Along with birds chirping and flowers blooming, springtime means the beginning of maple sugar season. During Maple Madness In The Maumee Valley, parkgoers will have the opportunity to visit the conical wigwam and learn the history and ageless technique of tapping trees for sap. Following the demonstration, visitors will pick up a copy of the Along the Maple Trail booklet and follow a self-guided trail through Farnsworth Park and see how sap is collected, processed and turned into sweet, sticky maple syrup. Noon6pm. Farnsworth Preserve, 8505 S. River Rd. (US 24), Waterville.

419-407-9701. metroparkstoledo.com Free and innovative - all these describe the works on display. 9am-8:30pm. Main Library Wintergarden, 325 N. Michigan St. 419-259-5200. toledolibrary.org Free Excellent Ectotherms Jr. - Warm up with cold-blooded creatures and learn how our reptilian friends survive.

Participants will get hands on experience with visiting reptiles from Maumee Bay State Park Trautman Nature Center and a chance to try a few science experiments to learn about the difference between endo and ectherms. For ages 3-7 and their families. No charge for adults accompanying children. 10-11:30am & 4-5:30pm. $4. Pearson Park, 761 Lallendorf Rd., Oregon. 419-407-9700. metroparkstoledo.com Pre-K Photography: basic Photography - Give your preschooler a chance to explore nature through digital photography. Toddlers will learn how to use a digital camera, look for shapes, color and subject matter in nature. Parents are required to accompany children for this program. Equipment will be provided but please bring your own SD card if you wish to keep your images. Registration required. For ages 3-5 with an adult.

1-2pm. $8/members, $10/nonmembers.

Secor Metropark, 10000 W. Central Ave., Berkey. 419-407-9700. metroparkstoledo.com “That’s Me” Portrait Contest Portrait Contest - Parents are encouraged to bring in their child’s favorite thing or activity for a fun candid photo shoot.

Parent’s pick the entry photo. Photos will be entered and posted online and voted on from April 18-April 22. The winner with the most votes will be announced April 29. With a donation to The Ronald McDonald House of NWO you will receive a slideshow from your child’s session. For ages 12 and under. Sessions are by appointment and 1 child per session.

10am-5pm. Kurt Nielsen Photography, 5431 Schultz Dr., Sylvania.

419-885-7153. kurtnphoto.com Free

Kids Zumba - Kids learn dances and play dance style games with ZUMBA Teacher, Elaina Hernandez. Be active! Come out and jam to your favorite music. Registration suggested. 6:30-7:30pm. Oregon Branch Library, 3340 Dustin Rd., Oregon. 419-259-5250. toledolibrary.org Free

8 TUESDAY Little Scientists Week - This week is dedicated to the littlest scientists: kindergarten age and younger. Visit Imagination Station, and explore the age-appropriate, EGGstreme activities. Through March 13. $11/adults, $9/ages 3-9, $10/ seniors (65+), free/children 2 and under.

Imagination Station, 1 Discovery Way. 419-244-2674. imaginationstationtoledo.org Mother Goose Story Time - This 30-minute early literacy program for babies and their caregivers features music, rhymes, and stories. Attendee must be 18 months old or younger. Register online. 9:30-10am. Way Public Library, 101 E. Indiana Ave., Perrysburg.

419-874-3135. waylibrary.info Free

12 SATURDAY Geocaching - Explore the parks on an exciting GPS-led scavenger hunt.

Participants will learn some basic GPS skills and get a chance to find some hidden caches. No geocaching experience necessary; GPS units will be provided.

Participants must use Metroparks GPS units.

All minors must be accompanied by an adult. Registration required. 9-10:30am & 11am-12:30pm. $5. Side Cut Preserve, 1025 W. River Rd., Maumee.

419-407-9700. metroparkstoledo.com Got Snow? Let’s Go! - This winter, Metroparks naturalists will pack up their snowshoes and travel around the park district to see what’s going on in nature.

Programs is weather permitting. If there

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is not adequate snow, the program will be cancelled. No snowshoeing experience is required and snowshoes are provided.

Register online. 6:30-8pm. $7/members, $8/nonmembers. Fallen Timbers Battlefield at the intersection of US23/I-475 (Anthony Wayne Trail), Maumee. 419-407-9700. metroparkstoledo.com March Madness - Visit the newest Metropark and learn all about what it was like to be a soldier during the Battle of Fallen Timbers serving under General ‘Mad Anthony’ Wayne, take a historical walk on the actual battlefield and view artifacts found onsite. Dress for the weather. For all ages. Register online. 1:30-3:30pm. $7.20/members, $8/nonmembers. Fallen Timbers Battlefield at the intersection of US23/I-475 (Anthony Wayne Trail), Maumee. 419-407-9700. metroparkstoledo.com 2nd Annual Beeping Easter Egg Hunt - Blind/visually impaired children of all ages will have fun searching for Easter eggs. Sighted siblings are invited to join in on the fun. Refreshments and snacks will be served. Registration requested. 10am-1pm.

St. Stephen Lutheran Church, 7800 Erie St., Sylvania. 419-787-5752. mballard@bex.net Too Many Carrots Storytime - During a reading of Too Many Carrots, children will listen as Rabbit collects too many carrots which leave him unable to sleep in his cozy burrow, other animals offer to share their homes. Will Rabbit make his way back?

Activities and coloring to follow. 11am.

Barnes and Noble, 3100 Main St. #1400, Maumee. 419-878-0652. barnesandnoble.com Free

13 SUNDAY I Spy, Mansion Style - Suffering from a little cabin fever? Catch mansion fever by searching for objects hidden in plain sight throughout the Manor House. With over 32,000 square feet of house to scour, this task is harder than it may seem. Spend an hour, or the afternoon, seeing the house through a new lens. For all ages. 1-4pm.

Wildwood Preserve, 5100 W. Central Ave. 419-407-9700. metroparkstoledo.com Free Sunday Family Film Club: Song of the Sea - Saoirse is a child who is the last of the selkies, women in Irish and Scottish legends who transform from seals into people. She escapes from her grandmother’s home to journey to the sea and free fairy creatures trapped in the modern world.

2pm. Toledo Museum of Art Little Theater, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free

15 TUESDAY Wee Workshop: Hop Along To Fun Peep! Peep! What’s that sound? Frog calls and other springtime activities are just a hop away from you and your little one. This hands-on nature experience is designed to cultivate children’s love for the outdoors and includes a craft, story time and a nature walk. Adult must accompany child during the program. Register child only. Register online. 10-11:30am. $5.40/ members, $6/nonmembers. Wildwood Preserve, 5100 W. Central Ave. 419-407-9700. metroparkstoledo.com

16 WEDNESDAY Story Time In The Manor House Each month, explore a new topic about something or someone that calls Wildwood Preserve home. After the story, you and your little one will get a chance to create a craft and explore the park to look for story time friends. For ages 3-5. Registration required. 10:30-11:30am. $3. Wildwood Preserve, 5100 W. Central Ave. 419-407-9700. metroparkstoledo.com

17 THURSDAY Zenobia Shrine Circus - Since the first Circus in 1952, Zenobia Shriners have presented an annual Circus in Toledo.

This year, the famous Jordan World Circus returns to Toledo to once again provide an array of breathtaking acts for your enjoyment. Through March 20. 6:30pm Thursday, 4pm & 7:30pm Friday, 11am & 3pm & 7pm Saturday, 1pm & 5pm Sunday. $10-$35. SeaGate Convention Centre, 401 Jefferson Ave. 419-255-3300. toledo-seagate.com

18 FRIDAY St... Art With Nature: Shape - Little artists will examine shapes, hear a story and explore how nature uses shapes to create the artwork on display in the National Center for Nature Photography. Next, explore the natural world on the trail by looking for shapes through a camera lens.

Finally, kids will apply their visual experience to create shapely nature collages.

For ages 3-5 with an adult. Registration required. 10-11:30am. $4.50-$5.

Secor Metropark, 10001 W. Central Ave. 419-407-9700.

Baby Time Tours - Watch your child respond to large colorful paintings and learn ways to facilitate early visual literacy skills. Parents and caregivers with infants up to 18 months are welcome. 3:30pm.

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

19 SATURDAY Teddy Bear Care Fair - Does your stuffed pal need a check-up or repair? Whether you have a teddy bear, a monkey or an animal never before seen, all furry friends are able to be repaired. With Zookeeper talks, puppet shows, activities and more, the Teddy Bear Care Fair is one event that’s stuffed with fun. Zoo admission. The Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way. 419-385-4040. toledozoo.org

22 TUESDAY Storybook Spotlight - Come for a celebration of “Harold and the Purple Crayon” by Crockett Johnson. There will be games, crafts, and snacks all in honor of this purple-tastic story. Contact the Way Public Library for more information. 4-5pm.

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

Teaching school essentials Saturday, 3.12 / The Valentine Theatre For all you first-timers, learn from latest expert Junie B. Jones, who has finally made it through one-and-a-half years of school. Barbara Park’s Junie B.’s Essential Survival Guide to School gives children the tips and tricks on everything to know about beginning and making it through school. Junie B. and friends sing about the joys and fears of being in school, from rules on the bus to sugar cookies at lunch. Before the music starts, a pre-show picnic will be held in the Grand Lobby at 12:30pm, with fun activities and the chance to meet the one and only Junie B. 2pm Saturday, March 12. $14/ adults, $10/child. The Valentine Theatre, 410 Adams St. 419-242-2787. valentinetheatre.com

Scientific exploring Saturday, 3.26 / Wildwood Preserve Metropark Ditch the cartoon and take your family to explore on an early spring morning.

Metroparks and NURTURES are teaming up to spark the curiosity in us all and provide a day full of natural sciences. NURTURES is a grant program devoted to keeping science education strong in our community. Guests will discover different science training stations as they travel around Wildwood Preserve. Children will take part in several activities including learning about which animals live in the park. The entire family will benefit from this day and be able to guide their young scientist for the future. 10am-1pm. Wildwood Preserve, 5100 W. Central Ave. 419-407-9700. metroparkstoledo.com Free

25 FRIDAY Animal Egg Hunt - On the Friday before Easter Sunday, animals throughout the Zoo discover that the Easter Bunny has visited their exhibits, and they track down treat-filled enrichment eggs hidden in their habitats. In addition, the Animal Egg Hunt features a number of craft areas and story times throughout the day. The Animal Egg Hunt is more than just fun for visitors—it’s also a great form of enrichment for Zoo animals. Zoo admission. The Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way. 419-385-4040. toledozoo.org

26 SATURDAY A Note On School Days: Sing-A-Long - The schoolmarm was the teacher for all subjects in her one-room schoolhouse, including music lessons. Come to the Oak Grove School for an afternoon sing-a-long featuring the many songs that children sang in the 1890s. Registration required. 2-3pm. $3. Wildwood Preserve, 5100 W. Central Ave. 419-407-9700. metroparkstoledo.com

30 WEDNESDAY MakeU Jr. Series - Science, math, cooking, crafts... it’s all at the library. Each week children explore fun makerspace activities designed just for kids. 4-5pm.

Main Library Children’s Program Room, 325 N. Michigan St. 419-259-5200. toledolibrary.org Free

23 WEDNESDAY Spring Bunny Hunt - The spring bunnies are playing hide and seek in the library and they’re disguised as your favorite book characters. Drop in to see if you can find them all. 10-11am. Sylvania Branch Library, 6749 Monroe St., Sylvania.

419-882-2089. toledolibrary.org Free

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Family Center - Visit the museum’s family center for creative, hands-on themed activities that enliven the world of art. For ages 1-10 (adults are welcome, too!). 10am-3pm Tuesdays & Thursdays, 3:30-8pm Fridays, noon-5pm Sundays.

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

Wednesdays Toddler Storytime, Children will have fun at this interactive storytime with songs, rhyming and sharing. For ages 1 and 2 with an adult. 10-10:30am.

Heatherdowns Branch Children’s Program Room, 3265 Glanzman Rd. 419-259-5270. toledolibrary.org Free

Fridays Library Playdate, Through a variety of interactive play activities, young children and their favorite grown-up can experience the Library as an exciting, fun and (sometimes) messy place to play, while building early literacy skills.

Grown-ups, feel free to bring coffee for you and a snack for your child. 9am-2pm. Maumee Branch Library Story Hour Room, 501 River Rd., Maumee.

419-259-5360. toledolibrary.org Free

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Portable Preschool, Have fun at this children’s story hour with singing and dancing. 9:30am. Black Kite Coffee, 2499 Collingwood Blvd. 419-720-5820. facebook.com/blackkitecoffee Free

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