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Toledo’s Award-Winning Parent Newspaper Volume 26 • Issue 03 March 2017

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Childcare & Preschool Guide

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Surviving a mom sick day How to make it through the day when you can’t call in sick

By Sarah Lyons

Car Seat Safety What you should know before you buy a car seat.

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Drug testing in local schools Why administrators say the purpose isn’t punishment — by Christine A. Holliday

Growing Up Online 18

The best drawing will win a pamper package to give their mom on Mother’s Day.

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A roundup of the area’s best public and private schools

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KIDS HOROSCOPE Yoobi Craft Chest perfect for curing winter boredom, the Yoobi Craft Chest is full of supplies for your youngsters to get creative! From pipe cleaners and googly-eyes to feathers and foam, everything you need for a variety of projects is tucked neatly in this chest. For every Yoobi item purchased, Yoobi donates an item to a classroom in need in the U.S.

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pet toothbrush for infants and toddlers, The Brushies make it easy to start healthy habits at an early age. This book and puppet system makes a once challenging daily routine fun. The Brushies are non-toxic, BPA and phthalate-free and perfect for babies four weeks to kids four years.

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Adventurous, but surprisingly sensitive, the Aries child loves being in the spotlight. A fire sign, they love attention and aren’t scared to demand it. They can be impatient, and love to be the first in line, but they are more than happy to share. A generous child, Aries children know “sharing is caring.” Teach older kids about saving early— it’s a skill they’ll need to learn.

Eager, quick and cheerful, they’re positive, excited and fast-learners. They love to take the lead, but aren’t always great at following directions.

As natural born leaders, an Aries child isn’t fond of authority.

Prevent stubbornness by praising them when they help out instead of giving orders. Just remember— even though they have a short temper, they are just as easily prone to laughter.

A funny joke can stop almost any temper tantrum.

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The Little Toledo Clinic

The Toledo Clinic has teamed up with The Little Clinic to enhance healthcare options in the Toledo area. The Little Clinic, a series of nurse-operated patient centers in Kroger Marketplaces, can administer basic health services to patients, ranging from flu vaccinations, help with diabetes and quitting smoking, as well as prescriptions for illnesses including bronchitis and sinus infections.

The partnership, offered at five locations around the Toledo area, will allow existing Toledo Clinic patients to have their information shared between the organizations for optimized healthcare. The Little Clinic provides health services for everyone in the family, seven-days a week with no appointments necessary. –JK

Girls dance free

Young women can enjoy a new way to exercise in 2017, thanks to an initiative offered by the global dance fitness company Jazzercize, Inc. The company has launched GirlForce, a program offering free classes to girls aged 16-21 throughout 2017. Girls can take advantage of the classes at two local Jazzercise facilities: Toledo Jazzercise Fitness Studio (1100 N. McCord) and Perrysburg Jazzercise Fitness Center (120 W South Boundary). For more information, please contact Suzanne Phillips, jazzercisetoledo@bex.net, 419-280-9124. jazzercise.com/Community/ GirlForce Free –AC

Kid-friendly programming

Free family clinic

“Everybody should have access to premier health care” is the idea behind the free Community Care Clinics through the University of Toledo. Families with and without insurance will be seen. Offering free primary care, including an in-house pharmacy, work and sports physicals, children’s health services, diabetes education and information about Carenet, an area low-income health care option.

All that’s needed to receive care is a list of current medications and relevant medical paperwork. You must make an appointment to be seen by the women’s clinic— call 419-318-2171 or email appointments@ utcommunitycare.org to set an appointment.

5:30-7:30pm. Thursdays. CedarCreek Church, 2150 S. Byrne Rd. 419-482-8127. utcommunitycare.org Free --JK

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WGTE Public Media has expanded its programming in order to help children learn. Introducing a kid-focused localized channel and live stream, the media initiative offers educational programming and learning concepts from PBS. The live stream, which is available on pbskids. com or the PBS Kids video app, offers supplemental material (including show highlights and full episodes), and will give children a media option during primetime, when family television watching is at a premium. Once the digital viewing platforms are established, WGTE will incorporate a gaming feature, to be integrated with the live stream, that will provide additional educational opportunities. The free services are running 24-hours a day and play on the channel formerly named WGTE Family. –JK

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TMApp

You can experience The Toledo Museum of Art in a new way, thanks to the new TMApp which allows visitors to connect in a multi-sensory way with art exhibits. While exploring the galleries, visitors can use the new app to listen to music, hear poetry, take a closer look at the art and discover something new. For youth and families, the free app (available on iOS and Android) provides a self-guided experience including a scavenger hunt where families follow an imaginative storyline, using clues to explore the museum and solve a mystery. New TMApp features will be released in coming months, including an accessibility guide. Stay tuned!

No Shots, No Drilling, No Kidding!

A Positive Dental Visit for Your Child

By Michael C. McVicker, DDS More than half the American population never receive dental care due to fear and anxiety. This image of dentistry is reinforced by the media on a daily basis. Parents can unknowingly pass this anxiety on to their children, perpetuating this emotion during their visit to the dentist. Fortunately, new technologies in preventive family dental care are pushing the old anxiety-ridden “drill and fill” days into the past. Earlier and more accurate cavity detection, gentler and more conservative treatment, and BPA-free biocompatible tooth colored dental fillings are now available.

The Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe Street, Toledo, toledomuseum.org

Creativity Lab Now Open

More than 2,500 square feet of space is open for fun, dynamic play in the Children’s Library at the Main branch of the Toledo Lucas County Public Library. The new Creativity Lab has four areas to encourage hands-on play: a “maker space” for everything from craft projects to writing simple computer code, moveable seating and tables for workshops and classes, a demonstration kitchen, and a production space equipped with a variety of tools for parents, teachers and older students. Best news is it’s all free!

Main Library Branch, 325 N Michigan St, 419-259-5200

Super Nanny

iJump, iDance

iDance Adaptive Performing Arts Center has a new program, iJump, for children ages 5-8. The hour long class, dedicated to tumbling, dance and cheer, is just $25 per month. iDance also offers an iFit Gym, with stationary bikes, treadmills and free staff instruction, along with a iZumba class and Drum Fit programs. iDance’s mission is to foster a love of performing arts with creative expression for individuals with developmental challenges and special needs. iDance Adaptive Performing Arts Center, 151 N. Michigan Ave, Ste. 328, 419- 309-1610

Looking for a super nanny to help watch your children? The new Nanny Miller Agency can help.

The agency completes the interview process for nannies (contacting references, completing background checks and drug tests) and trains them according to the International Nanny Association training, along with first aid and CPR. The Nanny Miller Agency meets with families looking to hire nannies, provides home evaluations and assessments, and provides families with a list of potential caregivers. Families can then interview the trained nannies to find the best fit.

The agency’strives to simplify the search process for both nannies and families.

previously hidden cavities. This gives dentists a sure-fire technique to diagnose tooth decay in its earliest stage and allow for more conservative and less costly treatment.

With the advent of fluoride in our water supply and toothpaste, a new type of cavity has evolved. Microscopic holes deep in the grooves of teeth harbor bacteria, and the latest research states that up to 50 percent of cavities are not detected by traditional dental x-rays and hand instruments. Dental sealants placed in your child’s teeth have been shown to actually cover this hidden decay and allow the condition to worsen.

Air Abrasion Microdentistry allows tooth decay to be painlessly removed without the need for shots, drilling, and numb lips and tongue.

The cavity is, in effect, “airbrushed” away by a finely directed supersonic air stream containing a mildly abrasive powder. Since a cavity is softer than the surrounding tooth structure, the air spray follows the path of least resistance and removes only the decay, leaving the remaining healthy tooth intact. Even more amazing is the fact that sensitive nerve endings in the tooth are “shut down”, eliminating the need for anesthetic injection. Finally, a tooth colored, BPA-free filling is placed and laser-bonded, and in just a few minutes, a decayed tooth has become practically bulletproof! Dental sealants for children can now be successfully placed when this procedure is followed, assuring a cavity-free tooth.

Fortunately, dental technology has developed an instrument called Diagnodent which uses a laser with over 98% accuracy to find these

This “less is better” dental treatment results in stronger teeth, lower cost, and a stress-free dental experience for both parent and child.

Michael C. McVicker, DDS offers holistic dental care for the entire family, located at 3829 Woodley Rd. Suite 5, Toledo, Ohio. For appointments, call 419-474-5955.

For more information, visit ExceptionalSmiles.com

The Nanny Miller Agency, NannyMillerAgency.com, 419-277-8434

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Cardinal Stritch student service project

By Emily Remaklus

Toledo has an impressive art scene and one of the country’s best art museums, as well as a talented and generous group of young area artists.

From art project to service project

Lauren Hurd is a first year art teacher at Cardinal Stritch and she has already found a way to connect her art projects and students to a bigger cause.

What started out as a class assignment turned into something much more. “My Art 1 class was focusing on creating patterns and designs for a print-making project, and [the students] kept telling me they wanted to color their designs,” said Hurd. “They brought up the whole adult coloring book idea and we were all saying ‘Yeah!

We should make one and print it.”

Between 60 and 70 high school students submitted possible designs to be included. About a third of the students’ work was selected to be published in the 28 page coloring book and the students played a vital part in the arrangement and process of creating the book.

Therapeutic benefit

“I have a couple friends who are nurses at Toledo Children’s Hospital and they repeatedly

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told me they had a lot of coloring books and activities for younger children but not many for teens,” Hurd explained. This conversation led to the donation of the coloring books to the teenage patients at the hospital. “I liked the idea of giving something physical that they could look back on, rather than a tablet” she added.

Adult coloring is a growing trend and researchers praise the benefits of the practice as adult coloring acts as a sort of meditation that lowers stress levels, promotes creation and expels negative thoughts.

Toledo Children’s Hospital found the coloring book to be a therapeutic benefit to the parents of children at the hospital, as well as their adolescent patients.

When asked about future projects, Hurd explained, “I had a parent ask if I was planning on doing this in the future. I think this would a highly justifiable yearly project.”

The Cardinal Coloring Book has brought smiles to many faces, and most of all to Hurd.

“I just am incredibly impressed and proud of my students”.

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Cardinal Stritch Art teacher Lauren Hurd shows the Cardinal Coloring Book created by students in her Art 1 class. The coloring books were delivered to teen patients at Toledo Children’s Hospital.

Spring Scholarships Available The Ability Center of Greater Toledo awards scholarships every spring for students with disabilities and they are currently accepting applications. The deadline to apply is March 31.

To be eligible, students must have a disability, have a permanent address in Lucas, Wood, Fulton, Henry, Ottawa, Defiance and Williams County in Ohio or in Monroe or Lenawee county in Michigan, and have at least a 3.0 GPA. For more info, call 419-885-5733.

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Transition Training:

Preparing for the next stage

Meeting Their Potential State program helps kids succeed

By Randi Petrello

Help Me Grow is a local resource for parents of children who need a helping hand meeting developmental milestones. The much-needed service is available at no cost.

Family-focused, family-friendly

The program is made up of two components: the early intervention program for children with disabilities, developmental delays and medical conditions which cause developmental deficiencies and the home-visiting support program for expecting mothers and new parents of a child under six months old, said Deborah Armstead, central intake specialist at Help Me Grow’s Lucas County office.

“This is very family-focused and family-friendly,” Armstead said.

The program, offered through the Ohio Department of Health, is available in every Ohio county. About 85 percent of participating Lucas County families are referred by primary care physicians, according to Armstead. Referrals also come from social service agencies, children’s services and the health department.

Available Screenings

Guiding the family

Screenings cover vision, hearing, denKristin Staton, a licensed social worktal, speech and language skills, gross and er and early intervention service coordifine motor skills, physical growth, and nator at the Family & Child Abuse Presocial and emotional behavior. Evalua- vention Center, said the program helps tions are then done to guide the family to determine the child’s services available specific needs to match Want your for their child and the child with needed child to be assessed? assures that they’re services. happy with those Help Me Grow “We respect what the choices.

Lucas County: family wants. If they’re “We provide 419-725-7194 not ready to enroll, we coaching and straterespect that. If there’s an Help Me Grow gies to use within issue that requires help, Northwest Ohio*: their daily routines they usually do call us 419-648-8732 to help obtain what back,” Armstead said. *serves Defiance, Fulton, Henry they’re looking for, Children and their and Williams counites for example getting families enrolled in the a two-year-old to say program receive free inthat they’re hungry,” home visits and early intervention from Staton said of children who may not be birth to age 3. A specialist works with the reaching their verbal milestones. Some family until the child overcomes the def- of the best ways to do that are to talk icit or ages out of the program, Armstead about the things you see and do and read said. Children that still need services are books to the child. then transitioned to the early childhood program in their school district.

The Ohio Coalition for the Education of Children with Disabilities (OCECD) is hosting a free parent training to prepare parents and students for the move from school to adulthood. Parents gain an understanding of the importance of transition planning for youth with special needs. Discussions focus on the requirements under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act of 2004 for writing a transition plan, when the process should begin and timelines. The training is Tuesday, March 21 from 6-8pm at the Lucas County Board of Developmental Disabilities. Call 419-214-3066 for more information or to register for the free training.

For children not meeting physical milestones there are techniques to help them build strength and muscle tone, Staton said, such as placing objects slightly out of their reach so that the child has to work to retrieve it.

“Best practice is to use toys already in the home so they don’t have to buy anything” Staton said, adding that they will provide some items in situations where it is really needed.

Sessions can be weekly or monthly, as long as needs are being met.

Help Me Grow’s website (helpmegrow.ohio.gov)provides webinars, as well as useful links and resources, including a developmental guide for parents to see what their child may be capable of by a certain age. There are also tips on pregnancy, child safety, breastfeeding, immunizations, sleep, potty training and more.

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Picking the Perfect Place Childcare & preschool guide

By Erin Marsh Leaving your baby-whether your baby is 6 weeks old or 3 years oldwith another caregiver can be incredibly tough (or a big relief!). We compiled a list of some of the best local centers and schools that will allow your child to learn independence and flourish in a school setting.

Maumee Valley Country Day School 1715 S. Reynolds Rd. 419.381.1313 | mvcds.org

Little Sprouts Academy 4014 Elmhurst Rd. 419.754.1057 | littlesproutsacademy.com 7am-6pm, Monday-Friday Infant to preschool age

30 months-12th Grade

Little Sprouts Academy (LSA) is “more than a daycare.” LSA believes that a strong educational focus in conjunction with attentive childcare is important for all age groups. Each classroom, from infants to preschoolers, has a specially devised curriculum, and LSA offers a wide variety of classes, from Spanish and American Sign Language to yoga.

The educationally diverse curriculum of LSA prepares students cognitively, socially, and emotionally for kindergarten. For those parents who would like to virtually visit their little ones, parents and caregivers can sign in to a secure web hosting site to view their child anytime via webcams.

Preschool (starting at 30 months)-- Three program options: Tuesday-Thursday 8am-11:15am; Monday-Friday 8am-11:15am; or Monday-Friday 8am-3pm Prekindergarten: Monday-Friday 8am-3pm Junior Kindergarten: Monday-Friday 8am-3pm Kindergarten: Monday-Friday 8am-3pm Maumee Valley’s Early Learning Center (ELC) allows the interests of the children to drive their dynamic educational program, and this childcentered curriculum “engages, nurtures, and supports young children in their pursuit of knowledge.” ELC offers mixed-age classrooms to allow students to be placed in the environment that best suits their individual needs, and as students learn by doing, ELC offers a plethora of hands-on ex-

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periences while “carefully documenting the progress of each child.” Additionally, preschoolers and kindergarteners will get a head start in their education with music, art, spanish, and physical education lessons throughout the week.

Childcare Adventures Early Learning Center 3544 Glendale Ave. 419.385.5880 | childcareadventures.com Infant to 12 years

6:30am-6pm

The newly remodeled Childcare Adventures Early Learning Center, formerly known as Heatherdowns Early Learning Center, offers challenging, academic-based programs for children up to 12 years of age.

The school is also implementing live FaceTime opportunities so that parents can see and interact with children.

The center believes that transparency in education helps unite families and educators.

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Child’s Play Early Childhood Center

Where your child will grow in faith and knowledge.

Now enrolling for 3 year and 4 year-old programs.

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THINGS TO CONSIDER Is the school play-based or curriculumbased?

Does the school provide support for children with special needs?

Does the center have early drop off and/ or late pick up for working parents?

Is the location and program a good fit for your child and family?

What is the adult to child ratio?

Gateway School 4650 W. Bancroft 419.536.6503 | gatewaypre-k.com 2.5 years to 6 years

Monday-Friday, 7:30am-4:30pm Gateway School encourages learning and independence through the use of learning centers, which are designed based on the interests of the children.

Each school day includes time for small group, music, snack, outdoor play, large group and individualized activities.

Gateway stimulates creativity and curiosity, teaches self-control, fosters social intelligence, and fosters gratitude.

Children’s Discovery Center Downtown: 338 North St. Clair St., 419.255.4890 Franklin Park: 3839 Talmadge Rd., 419.474.8303 Holland: 1640 Timberwolf Dr., 419.861.1060 ​Perrysburg: 11090 Avenue Rd., 419.874.8203 ​Perrysburg: 7033 Lighthouse Way, 419.872.4510 Waterville: 8011 Dutch Rd., 419.878.8689 childrensdiscoverycenters.com Hours vary by location Infant to school age

Children’s Discover Center emphasizes the importance of integrating science, technology, engineering, arts and math (S.T.E.A.M.) into an early childhood education program. CDC “teachers encourage children in science exploration to engage, explain and evaluate. Laying the foundation for these skills helps children become successful as they enter kindergarten and first grade.” Additionally, CDC follows the state of Ohio requirements for staff/child ratio, and the infant classroom has a ratio of 1:5 with a maximum group size of 12. Preschoolers are only slightly higher at 1:12 with a maximum group size of 24.

St. Kateri Catholic Academy 3225 Pickle Road 419.693.0465 | www.katerischools.org 3 to 5 years

Monday-Friday, 7am-6pm

Fairgreen Parent Co-Op Preschool 3220 W. Laskey Road 419.475.5367 | fairgreenchurch.net 3 to 5 years

The preschool at St. Kateri Catholic Academy offers structured developmental opportunities to stimulate and encourage learning. The pre-k program is designed to help children develop mentally, physically, spiritually, emotionally, and socially, with teachers encouraging independence and providing opportunities for both quiet and active play. Simple academic concepts are covered throughout the years, and large and small motor skills are fine-tuned on a daily basis.

Little Wonders Child Care Center 2534 Woodville Road, Nothwood 419.691.3783 | littlewonderschildcarecenter.com Infant to 12 years

5:30a-10:30pm Monday- Friday The goal at Little Wonders Child Care Center is to help your child grow as a person emotionally, socially, intellectually and physically. The center follows the Ohio Early Learning Content Standards. Little Wonders is a 4 StarRated program, meaning that along with state licensing, the center follows Ohio’s Step Up to Quality Guidelines.

9-11:30 and 12:15-2:45 Fairgreen Parent Co-Op Preschool offers a curriculum that is designed to meet the diverse needs of children through creative play experiences.

Patience, understanding, and the devotion of teachers is crucial to promoting the physical, social and intellectual development of children.

Hand in Hand Early Learning Center 412 Illinois Avenue, Maumee 419.893.0623 handinhandearlylearningcenter.com 6 weeks-12 years

6:30am-6pm Monday-Friday Hand in Hand Early Learning Center provides a safe and engaging environment where children’s thoughts and work are valued.

Because every child is viewed as an individual, the center individualizes planning to meet the needs and interests of each child.

Locally owned and operated, Hand in Hand Early Learning Center is certified by the Ohio Healthy Programs.

More than 33,000 children live in poverty and are hungry daily in the Toledo area; there has never been a more important time to engage the public on the issue of hunger. To more fully reflect our mission and unite Northwest Ohioans in the fight against childhood hunger, Feed Lucas County Children has adopted a new name, Connecting Kids to Meals. As Northwest Ohio’s leading child hunger-relief charity it is our responsibility, with your help, to erase hunger for the youth in our community.

For more information about Connecting Kids to Meals and to find out how you can help contact us at (419)720-1106 or visit our website:

www.connectingkidstomeals.org

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Sensational Kids Daycare & Learning Center 6060 Merger Dr. 419.724.5434 | sensationalkidsdaycare.com Infant to preschool age

6:30am-6pm, Monday-Friday Sensational Kids (SK) “strives to make sure that every family feels welcome and that we are meeting the individual needs of our families” and treats each child as an individual with individual needs. SK maintains high staff ratios with 1 teacher/ aid for every 5 children in a classroom. SK also has special education teachers as well as an intervention specialist for those children with special needs in order to make progress on IEP goals. Therapy programs

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are also available from their Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapists, which means students can receive their weekly therapy within a structured school setting during work hours.

West Side Montessori Toledo Campus: 7115 W. Bancroft | 419.866.1931 Perrysburg Campus: 13587 Roachton Rd. | 419.874.9385 montessoritoledo.org 13 months-8th grade

Half Day: 8:30-11:30am. Full Day: 8:30am-3:30pm.

Extended: 11:30-3:30am.

Little House (13-40 months): Full or Half Day, with the following day combinations: Monday & Tuesday, Wednesday-Friday, Monday-Friday.

Extended Day (11:30-3:30am) a so available.

Children’s House (3 years old-Kindergarten): Full or Half Day, Monday-Friday.

Afternoon Enrichment (11:30-3:30pm) also available.

Child Care for all ages is also available from 7-8:15am and 3:30-6pm at both campuses.

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“The testing is not meant as a ‘gotcha.’ It is meant to identify kids who need help and encourage them to do so.”

Concerns and challenges

Former Perrysburg football coach and Athletic Director Ray Pohlman notes the decision to adopt a policy in Perrysburg was not without its chalRay Pohlman Former lenges. “We had Perrysburg football concerns voiced coach and Athletic about the privacy Director Ray Pohlman of testing, and several parents, including attorneys, worried the rights of students were ignored or weren’t aware of the rights of students. They had to be aware of what the Supreme Court rule calls for and why rules were mentioned for students. Some in the community were worried about our not being able to test for the right drugs or punishing the athlete whose test reveals a drug that he has been prescribed.”

Tested: Random Drug Testing in Schools

Policies aren’t meant to be punitive

By Christine A. Holliday

There’s more than just reading, writing and arithmetic in schools today. For some in the area, random drug testing is also part of the agenda. Most recently, Maumee Schools joined other schools in the Northern Lakes League in requiring random drug testing for students who participate in sports and extracurricular activities (grades 7-12) and for Maumee High School students who request a parking pass. The School Board voted 4-0 to install the policy beginning with the 2017-2018 school year, as an effort to reflect community norms and beliefs, including promoting a healthy, drug-free lifestyle. The testing program will support anti-drug programming already in place in Maumee schools—DARE in 5th and 7th grade, Red Ribbon Week in all grades, activities sponsored by the Maumee Substance Abuse Intervention League for all grades, and the district’s curriculum in health and life skills.

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The hope is that no student will test positive for drug use, but if a test is positive, immediate treatment of the student is the priority. Confidentiality is of the utmost importance and, while there will be penalties outlined in the Code of Conduct, there will be no academic consequences for a positive result. The district is still deciding on which vendor will administer the tests, and exactly how and when students will be tested, but officials believe, “Programs like these give students one more reason to say ‘no’ to trying or using drugs, alcohol

and tobacco. Research shows that experimentation with drug/alcohol/tobacco begins during young adolescence. Having a random drug testing program is a deterrent for many.”

This ruling, and those made earlier in Anthony Wayne and Perrysburg schools, among other local school districts, takes its legal weight from a 2002 U.S. Supreme Court ruling giving schools the right to test students who participate in athletics, extra-curricular activities, obtain a parking permit and/or participate in activities that do not involve a grade.

Currently, the list of Maumee students who can be tested includes all athletic teams, cheer, dance, marching band, guard, winterguard, drumline, speech & debate, Quiz Bowl, DECA and Jets Club.

Parents of students not in those organizations may include their children in the random testing by registering them online with back-to-school forms provided at the beginning of the school year, and students may “self-report” for testing.

Tom Hosler, Superintendent of Perrysburg Schools, has been pleased with the policy enacted by his district almost eight years ago. “Our policy has several purposes,” he explains,“including ‘To provide solutions for the student athlete who does use drugs and alcohol,’ ‘To reflect the Perrysburg community’s desire to have its youth live drug- and alcoholfree lives,’ and ‘To discourage all student athletes from using drugs and alcohol so students will assume all responsibility for regulating their personal lives in

Tom Hosler, Superintendent of Perrysburg Schools ways that will result in their becoming healthful members of a team and worthy representatives of the school and community.”

Hosler continues, “We have realistic expectations. We know this isn’t a ‘magic bullet’ and we recognize this is a preventive measure. It will not stop all kids who want to use, but it gives them one more tool to say ‘no’ if their friends suggest it.”

Athletes are tested at the beginning of each season, and then on a random basis during the off-season, and, as with the Maumee policy, there are no academic penalties for positive testing results.

“Taking a student out of the helpful environment of the school and support staff isn’t very helpful,” Hosler insists.

The policy discussion counted comments from parents, board members, students, and administrations. Some parents suggested drug tests for all the administrators to be fair, to match the student requirements. Others suggested there would be no athletes involved in any sports because of the possibility of being caught. Some parents thought penalties were too strict or it would be too easy to sneak tests or give false results.

Several parents and students expressed concern for students (especially juniors and seniors) whose true reports for drug use would have serious effects on their college plans. Students were not allowed to drive if they were found guilty for positive results, which made it difficult to get to school or to their jobs.

Pohlman said they listened to all concerned voices and won over the naysayers by reminding the students involved they could use the policy as an excuse to say ‘no’ to their friends.

“Blame the policy,” Pohlman said. “We assured students that any results stay in the Athletic Department. We want to help, and we want to encourage you to take care of your friends and teammates.

Most of the kids and their parents responded to that.”

There is no question that drug abuse is a serious problem in all communities.

But, as Hosler notes, “Communities have to make their own decisions about what will work with their students and their families. Random testing has worked for us, and Maumee has made a similar decision. Every district has the goal of helping kids. That’s why we are there.”

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By Carolyn Jabs

How do you make a good decision or form a sound opinion? For most adults, the answer is obvious. Find the best information you can from sources that have proven reliable in the past. For young people, things may not be as clear. By age 18, it’s estimated that 88% get much of their news from what’s shared on Facebook and other social media.

Unfortunately, according to a highly publicized Stanford University study, many kids aren’t able to evaluate what they find. “Many assume that because young people are fluent in social media they are equally savvy about what they find there,” notes Professor Sam Wineburg, lead author of the report.

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So what should parents do? Social media means that children—and adults--are becoming information sources for each other, so we need to take on some of the tasks that used to be done by editors.

Start by talking to your children about what deserves to be shared online.

Point out that false and biased information comes from many sources— deceptive advertising, satirical websites or organizations with an agenda. And then there’s “click bait”—tidbits so astonishing, outrageous or implausible that people click and share without thinking.

These so-called stories are created simply to generate revenue.

No one, including kids, likes to be duped by bad information. To help your child develop the savvy to evaluate what they find online, talk regularly about how important it is to be skeptical and ask the following questions:

Is it worth reading? According

to a study at Columbia University, 59 percent of links shared on Twitter have never actually been clicked. Kids show respect for their friends by sharing only things that they were willing to read or watch.

Fake news sites in particular count on mindless sharing.

Who stands behind it? Encour-

age kids to track stories back to the website where they originated. Check the â&#x20AC;&#x153;About Usâ&#x20AC;? page and scroll down the home page to find out who owns the copyright to the material. Look at the URL. Some fake news sites reel in the unsuspecting with addresses that are deceptively close to legitimate sites. Point out extensionsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;.gov is a government agency, .edu is colleges and universities and .ru is a site that originates in Russia. (A complete extension list is available at Webopedia, tinyurl. com/48t5r).

Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the source? Help children

understand sources by talking about who they trust at school. Some kids are genuine authorities in different areasâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;they know the stats for the sports team or can tell you when assignments are due. Others have a reputation for spreading rumors or even telling lies. The same thing is true online.

A story is worth sharing only if it comes from reliable sources. The sources should be named and, in most cases, there should be more than one. They should be people who are qualified to have an opinion because theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve studied the topic, done research, or have relevant experience.

Can the story be confirmed?

Anyone can say anything online. Teach kids to Google stories and authors to find out whether anyone else finds them credible. A story that appears in one place or is based on a single tweet should be discounted. You can also point older kids to websites that help differentiate good information from bogus claims.

Healthnewsreview.org evaluates stories about medical research. Politifact.com and Factcheck.org try to verify claims by politicians. Tineye.com helps users track down photographs to see if theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been manipulated.

Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the tone? Many online

stories are designed to trigger strong feelings such as fear, anger or even hatred.

Encourage your child to pay attention to words that manipulate or inflame emotions. Point out that people should be especially careful about sharing stories of this kind. The question should always be: will sharing this make the world a better place?

Much of whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s shared on social media isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t serious, and kids donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t need to apply this level of scrutiny to animal videos or other playful posts. At the same time, we all should be aware that we are using information we get through social media to make decisions about social, political and health issues. As the Stanford researchers put it, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Never have we had so much information at our fingertips. Whether this bounty will make us smarter and better informed or more ignorant and narrowminded will depend on our awareness of this problem and our educational response to it.â&#x20AC;?

Carolyn Jabs, M.A., has been writing Growing Up Online for ten years. She is also the author of Cooperative Wisdom: Bringing People Together When Things Fall Apart.

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Your baby’s fists are clenched, her arms and legs flailing with her face scrunched up in pain, with unrelenting screams. Nothing you do seems to help. It’s heartbreaking to watch your baby suffer. Before you think “colic,” and assume there’s no cure, consider a treatable condition: acid reflux. Dr. Marianne Black of Toledo’s Franklin Park Pediatrics clues parents in on what to watch for while providing tips to help your infant feel better.

Distinguishing colic From acid reflux

Common in the evening and most often appearing in infants from 6-12 weeks, colic is often diagnosed with the rule of threes: crying for 3 hours at a time, at least 3 days a week, for 3 weeks in a row.

“I define colic as excessive crying for no apparent reason that usually resolves on its own within the first 2 to 3 months,” said Dr. Black. “It may be caused by excess gas, exhaustion, fighting sleep, excessive

stimulation, not quite being adjusted to life outside the cozy uterus, or even just as a means to relieve stress.”

Often, crying from colic is inconsolable, but limiting the baby’s stimuli and responding quickly to her crying with soothing touches can help.

Acid reflux, often mistaken as colic, usually appears in the first month of life “and is a medical condition that has a remedy. All infants have a very loose junction between the esophagus and stomach, and spitting up milk is very common. But (with reflux) …stomach acid instead of just milk comes up to the back of the throat, or perhaps the nose, causing pain,” Black offers, adding that some babies with acid reflux might never spit up milk at all. In such cases, “Signs of distress and crying usually occur when the stomach is empty and (the baby) has gnawing pain from a raw, irritated stomach lining. Watching your baby closely can give you clues regarding which is which.”

Dr. Christine Stahle of Promedica Physicians Arrowhead Pediatrics in Maumee clues parents in on what to watch for in cases of silent reflux.

“Look for fussiness during and after feeds with arching, stiffening, or grimacing. Some babies will overeat for comfort and gain too much weight.

Others dislike feeding and are slow to gain. Reflux is always potentially a contributing factor to colic or excessive crying. Another sign of reflux is loving to be upright after feeds and hating to be flat.”

Easing the pain of acid reflux

For babies that spit up frequently, Dr. Black recommends parents try small, frequent feedings (two ounces every two hours instead of four ounces every four hours, etc.), and advises keeping your baby upright during and after meals.

Probiotics may be taken by breastfeeding mothers or given directly to the baby to promote healthier digestion.

“If bottle-feedings may be thickened with 1 to 2 tablespoons of a multi grain cereal as heavier contents stay in the stomach longer,” Dr. Black advises.

If the above suggestions do not offer relief, prescription antacid medications can be obtained through your child’s pediatrician.

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Hula Hooping Happiness How to be authentically you!

By Emily Remaklus

When was the last time you hula hooped? For most of us it was probably back in elementary school.

This staple of the American toy industry, around since the 1950s, has the same unchanged simplistic design.

Sure the colors might be a little different from when you were a kid, and some lightup or glow-in-the-dark but overall, the hula hoop is still a way to create fun.

A passion for teaching

Colleen Bell stumbled upon hooping a few years back. “I found a YouTube tutorial on how to customize a hula hoop,” she explained. Her interest piqued, she watched videos on hooping tricks. Now she performs regularly in parades and at Maumee’s Buster Brown’s Lounge.

Though Bell enjoys performing, her real passion is teaching. Now a fully certified hoop dance instructor, she owns Mae C Rae Hoops, which meets

at the Perrysburg Gymnastic Center, where she teaches hoop dance and hoop fitness to children and adults.

“Our younger kids’ classes are typically more game related, and as you get older the classes become more focused on the fitness and dance of hooping,” Bell stated.

A standard kids’ class involves a history of hoop dance, learning tricks and playing games, ending with a dance party. A “hoopsmith” workshop is also available, allowing kids to make their own hoops to take home.

Bell currently offers weekly classes, and has recently begun booking birthday parties and Girl Scout troops.

Each class can be tailored to benefit the participating group. “I’ve helped Girl Scout troops earn badges in fitness, and fairness. For the fairness badge we teach the idea of being fair through different games.”

While Colleen Bell has only been hooping for a few years, she enjoys sharing her passion with others.

Be Authentically You!

Although the educational aspect can be tailored towards the particular group, Bell insists on one important theme in all of her classes — “celebrating who you uniquely are’ — which provides her business motto “Dance, Hoop, Play – Be Authentically YOU!” Bell explains, many people, especially adults, come to class uncomfortable with hooping and dancing in front of others.

“I get students who are super shy, but over time they just love it [hooping], and showing off what they can do.”

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That confidence boost leads Bell to marvel at the mental benefits of hooping. “I used to be very shy when I was young, and now I’m hooping, teaching hooping, and performing. It’s really helped me open-up as a person.”

Hooping offers proven physical benefits. A recent American Council on Exercise (ACE) study shows that hooping has similar cardio results to kickboxing while developing flexibility, and helping with weight management. One hour of hooping can burn 400-600 calories.

Regardless of age or experience, the childlike fun of hooping is the perfect way to exercise and let loose. To learn about upcoming classes, visit Facebook. com/maecrae, or email Bell at MaeCRaeHoops@gmail.com

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Q&A with Colleen Bell 1. What’s your favorite activity to do with your family/kids?

Lately, because of the winter weather, we’ve started doing workouts together in the living room.

2. Best Holiday memory you have from when you were a kid? Being at my grandma’s house

on Thanksgiving. She had ten kids and they all came with their kids, so there were a lot of cousins and family. It was always great being together.

3. What’s your go-to activity when you finally have a few minutes to yourself?

Hula hooping

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Feeding your family is one of the most important things parents do, and sitting at the dinner table is a habit worth keeping. Studies have shown that families who are able to eat dinner together at home produce healthier kids with better grades, who are less likely to use drugs and experience other social difficulties.

But constraints of time, budget, allergies, and preferences make it even tougher on busy parents. Takeout and fast food end up on the menu more often than you’d like, as do processed foods. Meal prep kits and delivery services aim to streamline the process and help you get a hot dinner on the table with as little hassle as possible. We tried some of the services to give you the lowdown.

If one of your goals for this year is to gather around the dinner table and enjoy a family meal, these meal services can make it easier in today’s busy world.

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Suppers warm and comfortable kitchen is available for walk-ins or by appointment, so that you can prep your own meals using their recipes and ingredients. All are freezable and portioned for three or six (USDA portions are smaller than typical restaurant portions). Price per serving for Super Suppers was less than $5...about $4.83 for what we made.

We prepped two meals for ourselves, a cranberry stuffed pork roast and chicken marsala. The process was speedy and fun, the ingredients good, and the finished meals, cooked later at home, were tasty, if not fancy. Their menus are more family-friendly than the delivery services we tried, and meals take significantly less time to put together at home. You also avoid a lot of the mess by prepping in their kitchen. Saturdays are family days, when kids are welcome to come help you prep. You can also choose to have someone else prep your meals. Egli says most of her customers order ahead and pick up meals at the store, but she also offers delivery. “You can save twenty to thirty hours per month using us three times a week. Spend it with your child catching up on homework or just seeing how their day was. We are real food fast, not fast food.”

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By Karen L. Zickes

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www.pizzafire.com 3444 Secor Rd. Unit 205, Toledo 419-214-1644 Sun-Thur: 11a.m.-9:30p.m.

Fri-Sat: 11a.m.-10p.m.

You may recall my pizza posse. I have referred to them from time to time. We’re just a group of friends who have an insatiable appetite for the Italian pie, and we enjoy experiencing the varied pizza places around town. There is something unique about each of them, and the newest kid on the block, Pizza Fire, is no exception. Already I’m lacking focus putting pen to paper as all I can think about is which pizza I will order on my return visit and how soon that return visit might be. Focus, Karen. Focus.

Neapolitan pizza meets the fast casual dining concept

Bottom Line: Pizza Fire has found their niche. The fast casual concept mixed with personal Neapolitan Ipizza seems to already be a fan favorite. The price point is spot on and kids even eat free on Wednesdays. With everyone creating their own pizzas, dinnertime just became much more harmonious.

Ever since opening its oven to the public in December, my pizza posse and I were chomping at the bit to check it out.

Located on Secor Road in the heart of the new expansion, “we will be opening three to four more this year,” said General Manager Troy Manteuffel.

Neapolitan is an Italian style of pizza, with a very thin crust, somewhat charred around the edge. The special wood fired brick oven was made in Italy and assembled in the U.S. according to Mr. Manteuffel. The décor is “industrial” and “minimalistic” yet bright and colorful.

Upon entering, walk straight to the counter with the bright red brick oven centered in the background and a plethora of food on display in front of you.

Though a couple other establishments in town make Neapolitan pizza, the Pizza Fire concept has countless choices on display and you literally “build” your own personal pizza, having it assembled before your eyes. There are six sauces, five kinds of cheese, 11 kinds of meat, and 17 vegetables to choose from.

They also offer specialty pizzas, a pizza of the month and six fresh salads. But here’s the kicker. Your pizza is literally done in 180 seconds! In the three minutes or longer that it may take you to pay your bill and get your drink, your pizza is done and ready to be devoured!

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Surprisingly, happy campers is not a word I can always use with my children when it comes to pizza. Why? Because though we may all agree about how much we love pizza, lately we can never agree on the toppings. Pizza Fire has changed that for us. And I’m a happy camper because the price point for this high quality pizza didn’t break the bank to take my kids to dinner.

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The Short Course Kid-friendly: Yes

To avoid wait: Anytime Noise level: Moderate

Bathroom amenities: Changing station in both the men’s and women’s restroom High chairs? Yes

Got milk? No. However, Capri Sun drinks come with kids’ meals and sparkling waters and apple juice are available.

Kids’ menu? Yes, and kids 12 and under eat free on Wednesdays with purchase of adult pizza.

Dine in only.

Allergy info: Gluten free dough and vegan free cheese is available.

No peanut oil is used and roasted almonds are the only nuts used on one particular salad.

We shared an order of Firestix, their version of breadsticks. If you are a fan of roasted garlic you will LOVE the Firestix.

We shared three large all beef meatballs served in Neapolitan sauce and Ricotta cheese as well.

The kids’ meal is a 9” one topping pizza served with applesauce and a Capri Sun drink for $5.99. On Wednesday kids eat free and on Thursdays you get a free cookie while supplies last. Since I was a little overwhelmed by the choices on this first trip, I opted for one of their seven specialty pizzas; six of them are named after a city. Our friend from Cleveland ordered the Cleveland, fittingly, with pepperoni, sausage, mushrooms and red onions. In the mood for something less traditional, I chose the Hollywood. They start with basil pesto sauce and cover it with chicken, roasted garlic and roasted red pepper and then I chose mozzarella, for only $7.49!

Predictably, I tried everyone’s pizza.

The Buffalo, as you may have guessed, had buffalo chicken with a couple cheeses and a ranch bacon sauce; also just $7.49.

Others in the group built their own concoctions to suit their cravings. An interesting side note: they grow their own basil and lettuce right there in the store in a hydroponic cooler. There are also no microwaves or freezers on site. Fresh is their middle name.

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

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Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site Storytime - Barnes and Noble presents a story time featurWEDNESDAY ing the book “Goodnight, Goodnight, Wii Wednesday - The library wants Construction Site" by Sherri Duskey Rinker. to break in their new Wii game system!

11am. Barnes and Noble, Come play just dance, Wii Sports and 4940 Monroe St., 419-472-6164. more! 4pm. Wood County District Public barnesandnoble.com Library Central Library, 251 N. Main St, 419-352-5104. wcdpl.org Free The Rainbow Fish - The beloved children's book comes alive on stage at the Valentine Theatre. It tells the story of a FRIDAY rainbowfish who learns the lesson of sharChasing The Ghost Particle ing and friendship. 2pm. $10-$14. The Deep in Antarctica, scientists are studyValentine Theatre, 410 N. Superior St., ing stars and galaxies by using ghostly 419-242-2787. valentinetheatre.com neutrinos. This film will explain what neutrinos are, and what they have shown MONDAY scientists. 7:30pm. $7/adults, $5/kids, seniors, and UT community members.

Origami and Paper Crafts - Create Ritter Planetarium, 2801 W. Bancroft St., Art Studio gives your kid the opportunity 419-530-2650. utoledo.edu to make a variety of 3-Dimensional art and craft projects. These projects will be Casting Crowns - Casting Crowns, the using specialty papers and embellishGrammy award winning Christian rock ments. This class is for children ages 8-13. band, makes a stop at the Huntington Registration is required. 5:15pm. $75 for Center. The concert will also feature 6 weeks. Create Art Studio, Danny Gokey and Unspoken. 7pm.

422 Louisiana Ave., Perrysburg. $14-$75. The Huntington Center, 419-873-6240. createperrysburg.com 500 Jefferson Ave., 419-255-3300. huntingtoncentertoledo.com TUESDAY

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One World, One Sky, Big Bird's Adventure - Follow Big Bird, Elmo and Hu Hu Zhu as they explore the night sky.

Together they journey from Sesame Street to the moon. This movie is a great way to teach kids about space and how the moon is different from earth. 1pm. $7/adults, $5/kids, seniors, and UT community members. Ritter Planetarium, 2801 W. Bancroft, 419-530-2650. utoledo.edu/nsm/rpbo/

Animal Tales: Animal Families Preschool aged kids are invited to meet a live animal, doing a fun craft, play games and a story time. Classes meet Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday for three weeks. Class times vary. $20/members, $24/nonmembers. The Toledo Zoo and Aquarium, 2 Hippo Way, 419-385-5721. toledozoo.org/family-programs

Issue Day - Students and teachers are invited to join in on the discussion at the 2017 Maumee Valley Country Day School’s Issue Day. This event allows students to talk to professionals about topics that they deem relevant. The theme for this year’s Issue Day is “Do Justice: Balancing the Scales.” This event is free and open to the public. 8:30am. Maumee Valley Country Day School, 1715 S. Reynolds Rd., 419-381-1313. mvcds.org Free

Metroparks Mutts : Snow Fun Learn how to safely have fun with your dog during the winter. Dogs brought to the event must have a 6 foot leash and be up to date on all shots. 5:30pm. $2.

Side Cut Metropark, 1025 W. River Rd., Maumee. 419-407-9700. metroparkstoledo.com

4 SATURDAY Pink in the Rink Weekend - Raise awareness about breast cancer with the Toledo Walleye. The Walleye will face off against the Kalamazoo Wings, and will include fundraising activities for Komen of Northwest Ohio.The Walleye will wear pink-themed jerseys to be auctioned off, with proceeds going to the Walleye Wishing Well and Komen of Northwest Ohio. 7pm. $17. The Huntington Center, 500 Jefferson Ave., 419-255-3300. huntingtoncentertoledo.com

Fantasticon 2017 - Calling all comic book and pop culture collectors!

This mid sized comic convention returns to the Seagate Convention center.

In search for a rare item to add to your collection? Odds are you will find it at Fantasticon! There will be local shops selling comics and other merchandise. Fantasticon is also an opportunity to buy unique art prints from established comic artists. Authors will also be present to sell and talk about their work with fans. Dress up as your favorite superhero and celebrate everything comics and pop culture. 10am. $8.50/in advance, $12/day of.

The Seagate Convention Center, 401 Jefferson Ave., 419-255-3300. toledo-seagate.com

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10 THURSDAY Kids’ Night Out - Having trouble finding a good babysitter? Let the Toledo Zoo watch your kids, while you go out. This program is for ages 5-12. Kids will enjoy games, crafts and a chance to meet live animals. Pizza will also be provided.

6pm. $25/ members, $30/non members.

The Toledo Zoo and Aquarium, 2 Hippo Way, 419-385-5721. toledozoo.org/family-programs

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CONTINUED FROM P. 25 Cabaret - This musical tells the story of an American writer Cliff Bradshaw and his relationship with a english cabaret performer Sally Bowles. It is set in 1931 Berlin, when the Nazis were rising to power. 8pm. $20.

Nederhouser Community Hall at Olander Park, 6930 W. Sylvania Ave., Sylvania.

419-882-8313. olanderpark.com

11 SATURDAY Steppin’ Out Auction - The 11th annual Steppin’ Out will be bigger and funkier than ever. This years funk theme encourages guests to wear their funky shoes.

There will be a not-so-silent auction, cash bar and the student opportunity scholarship appeal. An award will be given for the funkiest shoes. New this year is the Afterglow event, which allows guests to dance to the music of “The Good, the Bad, and the Blues.” The Afterglow will also have raffles. 6pm. $75/per person, $600/per table. The Huntington Center, 500 Jefferson Ave., 419-246-8732 x256.

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The 6th Annual Cupcake Showdown - This fundraiser for the Children’s Theatre Workshop has local bakeries bring an assortment of delicious bake goods to Handmade Toledo.

The theme for this event is Alice in Wonderland to coincide with the production of this show. Attendees will also be able to vote on their favorite. 2pm. $15/ adults, $10/kids. Handmade Toledo, 1717 Adams St., 419-214-1717. handmadetoledo.com

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Beauty and the Beast Party with Belle! - The library is excited for the release of the “Beauty and the Beast,” which includes special guest Princess Belle. There will be games, food and more. 2pm. Toledo Lucas County Library, 325 N Michigan St., 419-259-5200. toledolibrary.org

12 SUNDAY Greater Toledo Train & Toy Show This show features vintage toys, exhibits, along with model trains. Shop for both vintage and modern collectible toys.

Perfect for the family, it is a show that has programs for a younger audience. 11am. $6. Owens Community College Student Health And Activities Center, 30335 Oregon Road, Perrysburg. 567-6617975. Find the Greater Toledo Train & Toy Show on Facebook.

14 TUESDAY Little Scientists Week - This week is dedicated for kids ages kindergarten and younger. Imagination Station will be providing age appropriate Lego activities to stimulate your child's mind and curiosity.

These activities will be available throughout the week. 10am-5pm. Free with admission. Imagination Station, 1 Discovery Way, 419-244-2674. imaginationstationtoledo.org/

16 THURSDAY Pippin - The hit musical Pippin makes its stop at the Stranahan Theater. This 2013 Tony Award winner for best musical revival, is known for its death defying acrobatics. Stephen Schwartz, composer of the music in Wicked, provides the unforgettable score. It follows one young man as he strives to be something extraordinary. 7:30pm. $28-$88. The Stranahan Theater, 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd., 419-381-885. stranahantheater.org West Side Montessori Open House The West Side Montessori School will be holding an open house for any who would like to have more information about the school. 9am. West Side Montessori, 7115 W Bancroft St., 419-866-1931. montessoritoledo.org Free

18 SATURDAY Spring Mom to Mom Sale - The Toledo Mothers of Twins Club hosts a mom to mom sale with over 40 vendors selling infant toys, clothing, bedding, strollers, car seats, and more. This event allows for moms to shopping for these supplies easily and at low prices. Cash and Credit Cards are accepted. 1pm. $1. Stranahan Theater and Great Hall, 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd., 419-381-8851. Find the TMOTC Spring Mom to Mom Sale event on Facebook.

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Word Play Extravaganza Bring your preschooler to a fair sponsored by the Toledo Lucas County Library. There will be activities such as an indoor bounce house, Sensory experience room, story walk, book character mini-golf, storytelling, sing-a-longs and a puppet show. Kids will receive a free book. 10am.

Main Library, 325 N. Michigan St., 419-259-5200. toledolibrary.org

19 SUNDAY Tea and Historic Crafts - Enjoy an afternoon of tea and popular crafts from the past. 2pm. This event is included with admission to park. Fort Meigs, 29100 W. River Rd., Perrysburg. 419-874-4121. fortmeigs.org

25 SATURDAY Create Your Own Little Golden Book Storytime - Celebrate the 75th anniversary of the Little Golden Book at Barnes and Noble. Guests will create their own Little Golden Book to take home, as well as a story time. 11am. Barnes and Noble, 3100 Main St., Maumee.

419-878-0652. barnesandnoble.com Free Teddy Bear Care Fair - Is your favorite stuffed animal feeling under the weather?

Zoo volunteers will fix your stuffed animals so that they can play another day. There will be animal feeds, demonstrations, puppet shows and more. 11am. This event is free with zoo admission. The Toledo Zoo and Aquarium, 2 Hippo Way, 419-385-5721. toledozoo.org/teddybear

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28 WEDNESDAY Pizza and Pages: Unlikely Friendships - This partnership between Bowling Green City Schools and the Wood County District Public Library invites your 6th-8th graders to join on a monthly book club. This month's pre selected books are “When Audrey Met Alice” by Rebecca Behrens; “Raymie Nightingale” by Kate DiCamillo; and “Tru and Nelle” by G. Neri. The meeting will include pizza and a book discussion. 2:30pm. Bowling Green Middle School’s Media Center, 1079 Fairview Ave, Bowling Green. 419-666-9900. wcdpl.org

30 THURSDAY Wake Up with the Birds! - Wake up early to catch a glimpse of many different species of birds. Watch the birds from the Window on Wildlife at Wildwood metropark. 8am. Wildwood Metropark, 5100 W. Central Ave., 419-407-9700. metroparkstoledo.com Free

31 FRIDAY Goodbye to the Joe - Say farewell to the Joe Louis Arena. The Toledo Walleye will be honoring this iconic stadium during Affiliate Night. There will be in-game elements that pay homage to the Red Wings and Joe Louis Arena. 7pm. $17.

The Huntington Center, 500 Jefferson Ave., 419-255-3300. huntingtoncentertoledo.com

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Through March 5 Youth Art Month Show - This exhibit showcases more than 160 art pieces created by students in grade K-8 from 9 regions in Northwest Ohio. The art featured ranges from colorful paintings to sculptures. The young artists were inspired from observation, cultures, stories, history and their own imagination.

Weekdays 8:30am. Wolfe Gallery at Maumee Valley Country Day School, 1715 S. Reynolds Rd., 419-381-1313. Mvcds.org Free

Wednesdays Toddler Storytime - The Sanger Branch Library invites you to join your toddler in a fun story time. This is an opportunity for your child to talk, sing, read and write amongst other children their age. The library will share books, songs, rhymes and movements. 10am and 11am every Wednesday. The Sanger Branch Library, 3030 Central Ave., 419-259-5370. toledolibrary.org/locations/sanger Free

Sundays River View Yacht Club Sunday Breakfast Buffet Fundraiser Every Sunday through March 26 River View Yacht Club will be holding Sunday Breakfast fundraisers.

The breakfast will be featuring eggs, potatoes, bacon, sausage, ham, made to order omelets and burritos and much more. This event is open to the public. 8:30am. $8/adults, $7/seniors, $5/children. River View Yacht Club, 5981 Edgewater Dr., 419-729-9251.

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