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Toledo’s Award-Winning Parent Newspaper Volume 25 • Issue 8 August 2016

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Tips, tricks and more for the best year ever

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Eight Soothing Stimuli to Relax Intense Kids

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Creating Family Readers

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The English Language Learners at Toledo’s Queen of Apostles School helps multiple generations

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NINE: Hensville Takes Flight

Burgers, craft offerings and more—batter up — by Karen L. Zickes

Every month, Toledo Area Parent polls parents to measure reader input regarding parenting methods.

This month, we want to know:

If it were up to you, would your kid wear a uniform to school?

1. Yes.

2. No.

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KIDS HOROSCOPE Once you get used to having a Virgo you will be thrilled. It is a bit difficult because they are such perfectionists. From birth they can’t stand to have their blankets or pj’s wrinkled. Everything needs to be in perfect order.

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They do very well in school and even enjoy homework. They get along well with other children but tend to be bossy if the others aren’t as perfect as they are. They are “people pleasers” and as soon as they learn that everyone is not perfect, they are delightful and fit in with family and friends.

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Kyler Koopmans, age 8, of West Toledo earned a sweet victory from Tony’s Cones & Coney’s. The Longfellow School student won the ice cream parlor’s sundae design contest with Kyler’s Dutch Delight. His sundae— topped with carmel, crushed Heath Bar, hot fudge, mini Reese’s Cups, whipped cream, a cherry, and (optional) nuts— is now featured on their menu. Congrats, Kyler! Not that we don’t believe Tony’s, but we might just have to try out the sundae for ourselves. Yum! Gianna, 10, and Myah, 10, Oregon

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Creating young trailblazers

Bill to Prohibit Smoking in Cars with Children is stalled

Toledo native and Portland Trail Blazers professional basketball player, Brian Roberts, is making his way back home.

He returned this summer to his alma mater, St. John’s Jesuit High School, to teach Toledo youths the game of basketball.

Using his passion for education and love of inspiring others to stay motivated to achieve goals, Roberts is holding a summer camp for boys and girls ages 7-15. Let your aspiring athlete shoot some hoops with the best. T-shirt, lunch and drinks are included. Thursday, August 4 & Friday, August 5. 8am checkin. 9am-2pm. $80. 5901 Airport Hwy, St. John’s Jesuit High School & Academy. BrainRobertsBasketball.com —AS

Ohio Senate Bill 89, which would prohibit drivers from smoking in cars carrying children under age 6, seems to be at a standstill. State Senator Charleta Tavares introduced the bill in June, 2015, but it is currently in the State Senate’s Health and Human Services Committee. Her legislative aide Tim Johnson reports that she is optimistic there will be action on the issue soon, since other states are adopting similar laws, but he urges concerned citizens to contact Senator Shannon Jones, chairman of the HHS Committee to voice their opinions and to urge that it be moved from committee to the general assembly.

The bill calls for a first-time fine of $500 for drivers stopped by police smoking in a car with children under age 6. Subsequent fines increase by an additional $250. To contact State Senator Tavares, call 614-466-5131.

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Coloring the world

As a child begins learning about the world they see things a little different than adults do. Want to look through the rose-colored glasses and see the world as kids do? PRIZM’s exhibit, “Color My World”, is showcasing the artistic talents of kids and teens throughout August. Join the young artists for an opening reception from 2-4pm on Wednesday, August 10, where awards and prizes will be presented. The mixed media works will be on view through the end of September. Way Public Library, 101 E. Indiana Ave., Perrysburg. 419-872-8730. Myprizm.com —AC

Toledo Celtics keep the ballrolling

Hard work and dedication are paying off for the Toledo Celtics Soccer Club. Led by Coach Kirk Brazeau, the team has won two State Cup Championships at the U15 and U16 boys age groups.

Of the 8 teams they entered, 5 of them worked their way to the playoffs. Their U15 team achieved a record of 18-0-1, and their U16 team had a record of 15-3-3. Both teams moved on to the Region II Soccer Championships in Indianapolis. “Although all of our players are great and amazing additions to our team, I want to recognize some important members of our team. Taylor Miles, who is the captain of the U16 team, is a great leader and leads by example,” said Brazeau. ”Majd Awad, from Toledo St. Francis in the U16 team, Josh Kidder from Archbold in U15, and Stenter Straka, also from St. Francis and in the U15 team, are all great overall players. Scout Zibbel from St. Johns really came into his own on the field, and Aaron Swerlein from St. Francis really switched up his game and grew this year.” The U15 team is also going to the National Championships, to face off against the top 16 teams in the country. — KN

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Compiled by TiAnna Anderson, Christine A. Holliday, Kelsey Nevius and Megan Henry G7 Athleticz: A Family Affair

When you can mix your family’s natural abilities and help others in the community reach their potential, you’ve hit the sweet spot. Parents, Darryl and Melissa Gaston, basketball and cheer coaches for Toledo Public Schools for the last ten years, took their coaching to the next level and opened G7 Athleticz. Their gym offers training and conditioning for all sports with a concentration in basketball, cheer and tumbling. The mission of G7 Athleticz is to train the youth of today to be the leaders of tomorrow, geared towards being encouraging and compassionate.

Accepting kids from all skill levels, they create an environment emphasizing the importance of education, without regard for athletic prowess. 415 Osage Dr., Maumee.

567-249-6499. facebook.com/419s-Finest-Inc-G7-Athleticz —TA

Catholic Schools Honor Teachers

Nine teachers from the Toledobased 19-county Catholic Diocese received 2016 Golden Apple Awards honoring their dedication to Catholic Education.

The 2016 winners are: Sr. Elayne Bockey, St. Wendelin School in Fostoria; Greg Boyle, Our Lady of Consolation School in Carey; Ann Davis, Bishop Hoffman Catholic School in Fremont; Beth Morman, St. Gerard Catholic School in Lima; Mary Ellen Peters, Gesu School in Toledo; Sr. Berneta Schneider, Central Catholic High School in Toledo; Jane Shaffer, St. Patrick School in Bryan; Linda Smith, St. Benedict Catholic School in Toledo; and Joan Zunk, St. Joseph School in Sylvania. The Diocese is conducting a search for a new superintendent to replace Christopher Knight, who is leaving to take the position of Superintendent of the 114 schools of the Cleveland Catholic Diocese. —CH

Toledo Family Doulas

Gain a helping hand through all stages of pregnancy with Toledo Family Doulas.

Specially trained and experienced, they provide an on-call service to ensure you are always cared for. They assist you with a variety of services, including birth doula to guide you through your pregnancy, postpartum doula to help you with the first stages of your baby’s life, and placenta encapsulation to enhance your recovery during the postpartum period. Recently added services include a Birth Trauma Healing Workshop, to help parents who might have residual negative feelings towards becoming a parent or the birth itself, and Birth Circles at Harmony in Life to inform parents about pregnancy and the services they offer. Toledo Family Doulas, 2301 Robinwood Ave. 419-964-3400. toledofamilydoulas.com —KN

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The benefits of participation in sports are numerous. Being part of a team cultivates long-term friendships while teaching essential collaboration and skills.

Group and individual sports bring the family together as parents attend their children’s games. A sports injury, however, can quickly send your tween to the sidelines. Dr. Richard Munk, Pediatric Orthopedist (PO) and Chief of Surgery at Toledo Children’s Hospital, breaks down some common sports injuries along with suggested treatments.

Acute vs. Overuse Injuries

While an acute injury (a torn muscle, broken bone, or snapped ligament) occurs suddenly in a traumatic event, overuse injuries are caused by repetitive trauma over time. Most injuries are sport-specific. For example, in football it is common to see acute injuries such as a torn knee ligaments while in soccer broken legs/ ankles are more common. Gymnasts and runners often have more overuse injuries such as chronic back pain, wrist, knee, shoulder pain, and stress fractures. “Rest, relaxation, changes of form, and coaching can alleviate overuse injuries. If a specific activity is causing a problem, the athlete will be re-directed to another activity to maintain aerobic conditioning; a runner, for instance, might take up rowing or bicycling,� Dr. Munk indicates.

Dr. Brendan McMahon, a Toledo chiropractor, treats a variety of sports injuries in student athletes. “Most chiropractic offices treat many different injuries, the most common in my practice being low back and neck. The first visit is a consultation and examination‌ If necessary we would make a referral to another doctor or orthopedist.â€?

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Sprains and strains are the most common type of acute injury. Strains occur when muscles or tendons are stretched too far, and sprains are injured ligaments. “While strains generate discomfort and anxiety, they can frequently be managed by a child’s primary care physician, physical therapist, or school trainer,� Dr. Munk assures. “In the rehabilitation of sprain injuries the guideline is ‘use but not abuse.’�

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Fractures can include anything from a thin hairline break in the bone to a complete break in one or more places. Dr. Munk advises fractures be treated immediately with immobilization. For a high school athlete who has had surgery to correct fractures, rehabilitation can take anywhere from three months to a year, depending on the location of the fracture and the severity.

Concussions

Concussions are a very common sports related injury. Due to concern with possible serious effects such as permanent damage, the ‘walk it off’ approach of the past has been replaced by a more conservative, mandatory two week hiatus from activities involving impact. “The initial diagnosis is usually made on the sidelines; if there’s been a momentary loss of consciousness or startle-type situation where the athlete is hit on the head or back of the neck and momentarily disoriented. If an athlete is disoriented for even a moment after head trauma, then it is considered a concussion, and they are off duty at least two weeks,� Dr. Munk directs.

Narcotic-free Pain Relief

With the growing opiate epidemic, parents have cause for concern over the use of narcotics to control pain from sports injuries. Dr. Munk believes that opiates are unnecessary in the majority of instances. “It depends on the magnitude of the pain; ice packs can be every bit as effective. The primary controls are immobilization, ice for the first 24-48 hours, and guided/incremental remobilization in a controlled manner. There are a lot on non-narcotic medications that are very effective, such as Tylenol, and NSAIDs, which decrease swelling and work on the central nervous system to alleviate pain.�

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By Emily Remaklus

For children, summer is the season for freedom. No school, no homework, and at summer camp, no parents. But summer camps are expensive, and for families of special needs children, often unaffordable. SuperSchade’s Foundation has made it their mission to help with those expenses.

A mission for empowerment

SuperSchade’s Foundation was founded in August 2013 by James R. Schade, Jr, whose work as a Special Care Planner with MassMutual made him aware of the limited summer camp opportunities for special needs children due to financial difficulties.

Working with local businesses, the non-profit helps decrease the cost of summer camp for children and young adults with special needs. SuperSchade’s wants to “provide a summer camp devoted to empowering individuals to become as independent as possible,” and “to assist in providing a better quality of life for all individuals regardless of ability.”

This year, SuperSchade’s Foundation is hosting an eight week summer camp program focused on assisting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities with various life skills, such as independent living, employment preparation, and social interaction.

Putting the ‘fun’ in fundraising

SuperSchade’s annual golf outing, started in 2013, is just one of many fundraisers that the organization hosts to fund their programs. The event will take place on August 6th at the Heather Downs Country Club, with a shot gun start at 1:30pm, concluding at 6pm with a dinner, cash Golf Outing bar, a raffle, and awards.

August 6th at 12:30pm Throughout the year, a variety of other events are Heather Downs Country Club offered by the organization. This past spring they 3910 Heatherdowns Blvd, Toledo hosted their 2nd annual Bowl-Off. Registration accepted until day SuperSchade’s also offers Sensory Friendly Family of event if space allows.

Movie Nights throughout the year. Sensory Friendly movies generally have a lower volume and are presented with lights brought up, to allow for a more comfortable environment for children with special needs.

If interested in donating to SuperSchade’s Foundation, or learning more about their upcoming events, please visit superschades.org.

Lending a hand to nonprofits

The Toledo Community Foundation is helping out area nonprofits with grants (a grand total of $215,724 from unrestricted funds available biannually) distributed to local nonprofits like the Ability Center of Greater Toledo ($10,800), the Great Lakes Collaborative for Autism ($15,100), and Toledo Public Schools ($12,850) and six others. To learn more about how the Toledo Community Foundation contributes to the quality of life in our area, visit toledocf.org. —KN

The Mud Hens make a visual difference

Support others in our community with the Mud Hens’ Visually Impaired & Blind Education Night, partnering with Sighted Guide Ohio. Bringing awareness to blind or visually impaired kids, proceeds will help to provide equipment, services, and resources. 7pm Monday, August 1. Fifth Third Field, 406 Washington St. 419725-9258. milb.com/index.jsp?sid=t512 —KN

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GETTING DRESSED

2016

guide Gear up for a new year

By Erin Marsh

A new year and a new grade means new friends, new rules, and a new environment. While some students look forward to the first day back, others dread it, mourning the loss of summer. Make the transition as smooth as possible.

RISE AND SHINE

The morning frenzy— a rush to the bathroom, clothes on the bedroom floor, deciding what to wear can sometimes be the hardest part of the day.

What’s up with uniforms?

Pros: ■ Parents buy fewer clothes and do less laundry.

Uniforms save time; students don’t have to think about what to wear to school each day.

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By Athena Cocoves

When summer break screeches to a halt, how can you make sure your children are waking up on time with enough sleep?

Mary Schoen, who attended St. Ursula Academy as a teenager, says uniforms “evened the playing field” because students “couldn’t tell the haves from the have-nots.

The competition was more about grades, which classes you were in, etc.”

Jennifer Gross, who attended St. Joan of Arc and Central Catholic High School, explains that uniforms helped prevent cliques because they “eliminated the competition for having the best/most expensive clothes.”

Start early by starting late. With school approaching, start prepping kids for

Gross adds, “They made you take school more seriously. When we had dress-down days it was hard to pay attention. You just feel better when you look your best.”

Get back into routines. Summer means a lack of routine and the absence of a

Cons: ■ Laundry must be done more frequently (unless you buy several uniforms).

that dreaded wake-up time by enforcing bedtimes a few weeks before classes begin.

Remember, kids need at least eight hours of sleep a night, so gradually start pushing bedtime and wake-up times by 15 minutes, to help ease the transition. rigid schedule. Children thrive on routine, so establish some daytime structure before school starts. Pretty soon, kids will swap days of play for hours sitting at a desk. Consider adding activities like a reading hour to get kids back into upcoming school and sleep schedules.

Limit screen time. About an hour before bedtime, start winding down by turn-

ing the screens off. Encourage your kids to read a book in bed, spend time drawing, or discuss goals for the school year. Shifting from entertainment to “edu-tainment” helps stimulate the mind without interfering with a healthy night’s sleep.

Live for the weekend. These changes in routines are tough— students are typically exhausted at the beginning of the year— so use the weekends to let your kids play catch up.

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Uniforms can be quite pricey, and students don’t wear them outside of school.

Students can’t express their individuality with clothes.

Uniforms aren’t flattering or comfortable for every body type.

Students can be punished for not being completely compliant.

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Be realistic. Kids are going to resist. They

may be tired and cranky. It’s okay. Start revamping their sleep schedule early to allow for the transition to go slow.

Uniforms may be uncomfortable, especially in extreme hot or cold weather.

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Uniforms can make the transition to college more challenging. Gross discloses, “It was nice not having to pick out an outfit every day. I struggled when I went to college getting used to that, since I wore uniforms from kindergarten to senior year.”

Creative ways to make a uniform unique It’s all about accessories! Jennifer Gross, wore uniforms from kindergarten through high school, she reflects, “We tried to make them unique by wearing fun and crazy colored socks and shoes, especially since the girls had to wear skirts. We would put ribbons or fun headbands in our hair to add some ‘glam.’”

Mary Schoen, who attended St. Ursula 40 years ago, said: “Girls went crazy with socks, stripes, bright colors, wild designs, to reflect personalities and rebel at some level. Hair ribbons were also a tool to stand out, as were shoes. From neck to knee, we were dressed alike, but we went all out trying to be individuals.”

However, according to current uniform guidelines, socks must be solid-colored in navy, white, or black. Schoen jokes, “We probably messed up the sock thing! Some psychedelic socks in the 70s!”

Check the dress code Each district, and even schools within a district, have varying dress rules. Check with your individual school before the academic year commences. Most schools post their dress codes online to make it easy for parents.

Many districts, such as TPS and Springfield, do not allow hooded sweatshirts, sweatpants, leggings, yoga pants, flipflops, hats, book bags, tank tops, or coats.

Skirts must be an “appropriate length” (usually knee-length or longer), and while neckline is not typically specified in the rules, girls with revealing decolletage have been asked to change or cover up.

Some schools also have rules about piercings (particularly facial piercings) and hair color/style. To avoid inappropriate t-shirt designs (hateful material, drug/ sex references, etc.), many schools have adopted the policy that shirts cannot have any sort of design/logo. continued on page 13

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TECHNOLOGY Tablets vs Textbooks Some local schools have technology programs where each student has a school-issued iPad or tablet that contains his/her textbooks and assignments. In our technology-laden world, the educational use of technology maintains student interest while preparing students for the future. Paper waste is dramatically reduced, and students are no longer lugging heavy textbooks and papers to and from school.

Tablets can provide immediate feedback on assignments, shown to improve student achievement. Grades can often be entered faster and more efficiently with electronically completed assignments.

As with other forms of technology, tablets pose other issues. When the school server crashes, every student is affected, and not all students have access to internet at home. Technology can provide students with more excuses for not completing their assignments: the internet wasn’t working, the program wouldn’t open, the iPad kept crashing, etc. While all students have electronic insurance, there are still typically costs associated with repairs and

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replacements for both parents and the school. Fixing tech problems can be time consuming. Without a book, students cannot interact by underlining, commenting, or highlighting, a useful tool for many visual and kinesthetic learners.

Using iPads heightens concerns with cheating, but teachers can eliminate the ability to cheat. For example, teachers can switch off the wifi in their classroom. Another option is to create the test online, and then students must access the test through an app (such as Padlock) that locks the student’s tablet and prevents them from opening any other site. Programs exist that allow teachers to monitor all of the screens in the room simultaneously on a single device. continued on page 14

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For kids who thrive on smoothies, the coldsipping drinks of summer don’t have to remain a distant memory once school hits. Smoothies can easily be made the night— or nights— before and frozen. Pack the frozen drink in the morning and let it defrost by the time the lunch bell rings.

Parfait perfect For kids with a sweet tooth— or a mouth full of them— this brunch-time favorite is a great lunchtime solution. Yogurt, fresh fruit, granola and honey come together for a protein and vitamin rich meal that’s colorful, delicious and nutritious.

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Toledo moms feel criticised for feeding their babies At the heart of mommy decisions is the breastmilk vs. formula debate, and no matter what a mother chooses, they are often subjected to the opinions of strangers.

Toledo-area moms, from both camps, say they feel judged while feeding their babies in public.

Food for thought

Stephanie Castilleja breastfeeds her 18-month- old daughter Audrey, but often opts to nurse in the car instead of in a restaurant.

“Breastfeeding in public is controversial and I feel nervous about confrontation,” Castilleja said. “In restaurants, I feel like people can kind of stare at you more, versus a location where people are walking around.”

In March, a woman, who asked not to be named, made local news when she said she was asked to leave the Pizza Hut in Wauseon after breastfeeding her son there.

Pizza Hut issued a statement claiming she was only asked to move to a different table, but they did apologize.

Social media brings attention to the issue

“There were a lot of comments that people were saying, ‘You know your baby’s

feeding schedule, plan your outings around it’” said Kelly Allen, a Maumee mother of two. “I don’t know how cooperative other people’s babies are, but mine don’t run on a military regimen.”

Allen helped organize a “nurse-in” at Pizza Hut in response to the backlash. She said it was more about dropping the stigma surrounding breastfeeding in public than to protest what happened.

“None of us were there to be brazen.

The last thing I want to do in a restaurant is breastfeed,” Allen said. “I don’t get excited about nursing in public. I just do it whenever my kid is hungry.”

Allen said the group did receive two negative comments during the nurse-in – one from an adult male and one from teen boys – but everyone else in the restaurant acted like it was not a big deal. She also said Pizza Hut was very supportive and accommodating.

Changing perceptions

Many businesses have demonstrated support for breastfeeding mothers. Imagination Station has a nursing room; Frank-

Kimmie Clark nursing her daughter Veda inside DaCapo Coffee in Temperance. Photo by Holly Tuey

lin Park Mall sports a family area with nursing stalls. The Toledo Zoo has a nursing room and a Mamava nursing pod.

Breann Yarnell said she had a very positive experience in the museum at the Toledo Zoo, at closing time.

“When they noticed I was nursing my son they were very nice, asked me if I was comfortable and to take my time,” she said. “My biggest fear seeing them come up to me was [that they would] make me feel ashamed for nursing him and tell me to do it elsewhere, but they didn’t and I’m thankful for that! I’m still very shy about nursing in public, so that helped a lot.”

These designated breastfeeding spaces may be used by a mother and baby looking for privacy or quiet, but some women comfortably nurse in the open.

“I don’t care [about nursing in public]. I don’t want to make anybody uncomfortable, but I’m pretty discreet,” said Kimmie Clark, a Temperance mother of three. “My husband has seen people make comments or put up their menus, but I haven’t noticed. I don’t look for it.”

The social attitude toward breastfeeding has shifted over the last hundred years.

Formula became the more popular feeding method starting in the 1950s, but in recent years the “Breast is Best” campaign have worked to normalize breastfeeding again.

Laura Brown, expecting her third child in September, says she’s never had a negative experience breastfeeding in public, adding “I don’t think there’s that many haters out there. I think it’s more a support thing.

You just hear more of the bad stories,” she stated.

Does the movement lack a fair formula?

While the pro-breastfeeding push has made education and support readily available for moms who otherwise may not breastfeed, the movement does have its drawbacks.

Clark struggled with breastfeeding her now three-year- old son Emmett due to undiagnosed tongue and lip ties. She exclusively pumped and bottle-fed him for six months, but her supply was limited.

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“The first time I had to give him formula, I cried and cried because I felt like such a failure,” she said. “It made my postpartum depression much worse. We are inundated with ‘breast is best.’”

Kristen Lee attempted to breastfeed all three of her children, but eventually switched to formula for each due to various problems. She says her family was very supportive either way, but she chose to formula feed because it was the best choice for her and her children.

But Lee has not been spared public criticism when it comes to feeding her babies.

“I was shopping on Christmas Eve and the (retail store) manager said she was going to turn the lights off [on me] in the bathroom,” Lee explained. “I was feeding Anna. [The manager] said that they needed to go home and that I could bottle-feed her anywhere.”

She said women have also approached her in the grocery store and told her breastfed babies have higher IQs and asked if she’d seen a lactation consultant. She also said she’s noticed women rolling their eyes or glaring at her while bottle-feeding.

Such incidences have made her less comfortable feeding her daughter in public.

“I feed her in bathrooms more often or try to wait until we get home,” she said. “I just hate the stigma associated with [formula feeding]. I don’t think that the probreastfeeding movement meant to have this reverse effect on formula-feeding moms, it just sort of happened. When we create special pods for breastfeeding, and special rooms for it, we send a subtle message that breastfeeding is the only way to feed.”

Mom— not moms— knows best

New moms receive a barrage of advice and unsolicited opinions when it comes to their children, and most will admit to feeling guilt or shame over some decision they’ve made, but Lee and others urge moms to not worry about the public.

“You should never be ashamed of feeding your baby,” Lee said. “A fed baby is best, and so long as your baby is fed, you are doing great.” “[Breastfeeding is] so freaking hard by itself, even in the privacy of your own home. I don’t need to go in public and make it harder by trying to adjust my clothes and do it discreetly,” said Allen.

“If you want to use a blanket [to cover up in public], do it, but don’t give someone a hard time if that doesn’t work for them because that’s them and their experience.

This is you and your experience.”

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best bets Recapping Toledoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

We trust our readers to know the areaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best choices for families. Where to eat, where to shop, or what to do, we know our readers have the answers. So, every year, we ask: Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s your family favorite? Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re recapping a few of our reader-chosen best bets.

Dance Class Mini Motions

2249 Tremainsville, Toledo 419-473--0999 Minimotionsdance.com

Since 1991, Sue Hayes has taught Toledoans the art of dance. Starting from the basement of her home with only two dozen students, her business has boomed into a busy, bustling and growing dance studio. Kids of all ages learn jazz, hip hop, tap, and other styles. Even adults enjoy Zumba, yoga and other classes. Not only does Hayes offer incredible dance lessons, but Mini Motions also earned Runner Up for Gymnastics Class in this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Family Favorites, and took home the prize for Best Mom Owned Business. This month, Mini Motions Dance Center celebrates 25 years of moving and grooving.

Music class

Sarah Bell at Kindermusik 6540 W. Central Ave., Toledo 440-452-9140 Misssarahbellmusic.com

Awaken the creative mind of your child through music, dance and imaginative adventures with Kindermusik educator, Sarah Bell. Miss Bellâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s class creates a fun and loving environment that encourages children to learn through music and movement activities. The musical itinerary helps unlock developmental benefits such as boosting literacy, social-emotional skills and cognitive development. Miss Bell is very passionate about music and when she began teaching piano, she realized she wished to share her passion will all children, regardless of ability. â&#x20AC;&#x153;To me, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not about creating Mozarts and Beethovens. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s about helping my students to discover the JOY of music. Music is Feelings. Music is passion. And, for me, music is LOVE.â&#x20AC;?

Frozen yogurt shop Koala Berry

6710 W. Central Ave. 419-725-5558 Koalaberry.com

Satisfy your sweet tooth and stop by Koala Berry for some fro yo. Create your own dessert masterpiece at their self serve shop, which offers 18 flavors of frozen yogurt to choose from daily. Whether you are craving strawberry cheesecake, chocolatecovered cherry or vanilla, Koala Berry has been satisfying cravings since 2011. Top of your treat with more than 50 types of toppings, including fresh fruit, candies, sprinkles and more than 10 syrups.

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For students that need a little extra boost in any subject, STARS gives that needed push. Founded by Yale graduate Greg Owens and 30 year counselor and educator Mona McGhee, STARS helps students take the stress and pressure out of getting that high grade with ACT and SAT prep courses, and math tutoring. Summer programs are a must to get in gear for the school year, to create a game plan for college admission and train for those standardized tests. From grade schoolers to high school graduates looking to get into that prestigious university, STARS has been helping students achieve the best for over a decade.

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Help Me Grow

246 North High St., Columbus 800-755-GROW helpmegrow.ohio.gov

Giving kids a better chance at the beginning of life is the goal of Help Me Grow.

This specialized program makes sure Ohio children have a healthy and happy

birth, ensuring that they also have a great start to their lives. Help Me Grow educates parents to ensure that children prenatal to age 3 have the best chance at lifeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s start. Their Early Intervention System identifies and helps children with developmental delays and disabilities.

Home Visiting supports new parents.

By ensuring that children and parents start off strong, regardless of their economic or demographic situation, Help Me Grow sets up long term success for children across Ohio.

Horseback lessons Hunterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Run

9241 Secor Rd., Temperance 734-856-2404 huntersrunmhja.com

Boasting over 25 years of experience and a family owned and operated 61 acre farm, Hunterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Run is home to all things equestrian. For the experienced horse owner, Hunterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Run hosts a few horse shows on site year round, as well as advanced training to keep you from getting rusty. If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re new to working with horses, they also have lessons for all ages and skill levels available, and an indoor arena with an observation room so you can see the pros in action. Take your experience to the next level with their own tracks and trails, and test your skill on courses and rings. From pro to beginner, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s always room to learn more.

Correction: In our July Issue, Best Music Class was left out of our Family Favorites winners list. The category should have listed, Sarah Bell, at Kindermusik, as the winner.

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Sylvania Mom Works Hard to Bring Diversity to Schools

By Christine A. Holliday

A psychology teacher at Toledo Central Catholic High School, Kristi McKinleyDavid has led the study of child psychology. As a mother of four, and step-mother of four more, she has a lot of experience beyond “book knowledge.” When her sons became bullying victims, she did more than just talk, calling attention to the situation, insisting that local officials in her sons’ school do something about what she perceives as a widespread problem.

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McKinley-David adopted her twin sons as infants. They are biracial, and she prepared for them to join her family by participating in classes and training offered through the foster/adoption system in Cleveland/ Cuyahoga County. That training was helpful to her when her sons encountered bullying in school.

The family moved to Sylvania schools when McKinley-David learned that the system provided help for dyslexia and ADHD. Children in the neighborhood and at school were using the “N” word toward her children, on one occasion telling her sons that “all black men are disabled/LD because they cannot talk,” and, another time, choosing one son for a basketball game with the statement, “I have my nigga.”

She kept in constant contact with school administrators, asking repeatedly for the school system to invite an AfricanAmerican speaker to address the students about the value of diversity. She contacted the police when her two boys, playing at the park at Highland Elementary School, were approached by older boys who called them the “N” word, then pulled a knife.

She recalls that incident and her feeling that the police taking the report seemed more concerned about the bad press than about her sons. But, when one of her boys was injured, she took her case to the media.

Taking it public

In November, 2015, one of her then 7th -grade sons joined the wrestling team.

During his first week, wrestling in the 120lb class, her son was asked to wrestle a veteran 200+lb 8th grader, identified later by several parents as a “bully.” Her son, whose arm was broken during that match, claimed the injury was done purposefully. McKinley-David insisted on seeing a video of the match. Citing privacy concerns, initially she was not shown the video, but, after several weeks, when local print and TV media were informed of the incident, the video was released and she was able to view it. She received varying explanations of the incident from the coach, but the police determined that the actions of the older boy appeared as legitimate wrestling moves, no criminal charges were filed.

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Psychology teacher Kristi McKinley-David put her book knowledge to the test when he sons became victims of bullying.

That didn’t stop her. Her son, unable to wrestle, or participate in sports, for four months, wore a weighted cast to pull his bones back into place. McKinley-David continued to work with school administrators and a Diversity Coordinator, with hopes that he will assist students ”to see different perspectives and just get along.”

She reports that the administration has gotten to know her and her husband due to these incidents adding, “They are really listening to us and have been very proactive as advocates for our boys.”

We can’t let this go

McKinley-David insists, “We need to speak up when we see someone being mistreated, whether with words or actions.

We need to protect children first and quit protecting adults when it comes to educating with respect to diversity.” Too many parents believe that avoiding exposure to people of different ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds will keep children safe.

“That attitude does a disservice to the children who need to learn the ability to see other points of view and to develop empathy to live in the real world. Parents who choose to demonstrate ‘hate,’ with subtle or blunt racial comments, and teach that thinking to their children, probably want safe schools and communities for their kids. They should remember that all parents—whatever ethnicity—want the same thing for their children.”

“This year has been hard on our family,” she concluded. “My boys have had to go to counseling, but my children are able to forgive and will be wonderful advocates for others who are in need.”

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would never even have been trying to give you advice [seven years ago, when I was the same age you are now] because I thought my words and my life were worth nothing because of the god-awful people, who stopped at absolutely nothing to make me feel the worst about myself.

“From your big sister; who has experienced the horrible words high school has to offer....

A little hope for our children and younger citizens

By Tina Johnson

For years, and recently with greater frequency, we’ve been hearing about severe issues of bullying in our schools. Our children are subjected to horrible words and actions that make them feel like they are worth so little. In too many cases, we have lost young people to suicide, from the lack of self-worth and the sense that “things not will get better”.

If there is only one thing I can ever do for you as your big sister, it’s to tell you all of this. You are not what people say you are. If, at anytime, someone tries to make you feel guilty for something you have done, or said, or even just felt, don’t even give them a second thought. You have no one to explain yourself to. Someday, you will find the people in your life who are there to help you make yourself happy. But, even those amazing people are not in control of your happiness, just you are.

And I know that with how crazy talented you are at everything you take up, and how good of a person you’ve been since the day you were big enough to help another human being, that you will never have a problem being happy as you.

We’ve never had a lot in common, but we do have this right now.

It took me far too long to figure it out (because I didn’t have a big sister to clue me in), but very soon you will realize how amazingly petty and stupid these people are/were, and you won’t care what they thought or think of you.

My youngest daughter is currently enrolled at Maumee High School. My older two daughters graduated from Maumee within the last four years.

This stuff happened to me at exactly the same age that it is happening to you and I swore I would never live through it. I know that you understand how bad I felt everyday because you were right there to see me go through it. But, high school is not life. Life has so much more to give. Once you graduate, ALL of it becomes nothing but a tiny glimmer in the rear-view.

My youngest had a hard time with bullying at school the last few months of the school year and seemed to have lost all hope. My oldest daughter, who also had horrible bullying experiences when she was in high school, sent this note to my youngest. I am sharing it as I was awed by the honesty, support, and hope her words provided to her youngest sister.

I’m not saying that there won’t be horrible people, who will try and make you feel bad. Some just never leave the high school phase. But, once you know how amazing you are (and you are), the things people say, and do, to tear you apart won’t even bust a single thread.

“You think now that everything people say about you is what will define you for the rest of your life. So right now, it seems like “what’s the point of the rest”. But, then you graduate, and you leave all of the people who are making you feel like you aren’t even worth another breath, you get to become whatever kind of person you want. And once you graduate, everyone else’s bullsh*t notions and drama-ridden thoughts of you become absolutely nothing.

Tina Johnson is a mother of two daughters and lives in Maumee, Ohio.

Ready or Not… Here It Comes!

It’s that time of year again! Children are beginning to trade in swimsuits for school uniforms and sunglasses for backpacks. As summer comes to a close and the school year gets set to begin, parents may be wondering how to get this school year off to a positive start. Transitioning from a carefree summer schedule to the more structured school schedule can be tough on both parents and children.

One way to help ease this transition is establishing a daily routine.

You can make the routine as specific or as general as you want based on your child’s age and needs. Including tasks as simple as brushing teeth, getting dressed, eating breakfast, etc. is one way to help keep younger children on task as well as help them take more responsibility of their morning routine. Creating a visual chart that allows your child to physically check off the tasks as they go will also help with this.

One component that should be included in every child’s routine is a sufficient amount of sleep.

Kindergartners require around 10hours of sleep, while high schoolers can often function on 8. You know your child best so adjust the bed-time and wake-up time according to how much sleep he or she seems to require in order to perform well in school.

The more flexible you are with making adjustments to the routine as needed, the more likely it is to be successful. Individualize your child’s routine to meet his or her needs and feel free to get creative! This is just one way you can help get the school year off to a great start. If you feel your child needs additional assistance, call Harbor today to learn more about how we can help your child be more successful in the home, school and community at 419.475.4449.

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Don’t give them your thoughts, your words, and most importantly, your tears. Look the other direction, right into the drama-free, sadness-free, and bully-free future you have coming.

Right now, just help yourself become the even more amazing version of yourself that you are meant to be. Don’t give up. Don’t listen to anyone’s negative thoughts about yourself. You will realize how perfect life, and you, are very soon.

You will always have people in your corner. And I will always be here to remind you of this advice. I promise.”

MY FAMILY My Way

A 2016 Brady Bunch— without the Alice.

By Jenna McNulty

In 2013, my life changed completely. As a single mother of two for a few years, life consisted of working, raising my children and hoping to finally find someone who wanted the same things in life that I did: family adventures, dinners, game nights and endless Kodak moments. I met Matt at a photoshoot for his business and left with a very good first impression. He was smart, funny, and loved his kids… a huge breath of fresh air. We talked over the course of several days and he asked me if I would join him for dinner. I happily accepted his offer.

After three months of dating, we decided to have our children meet each other. There was an instant connection between all of us.

After a matter of months, we made the BIG move and we all began to live together. We have now been blessed with a new baby.

Matt always said this would bring our blended family together. He couldn’t have been more right.

Our amazing children are Riley who is 10, Gavin and Maddox who are both 8 (two weeks apart), Bella and Mason who are both 6 (also two weeks apart), and Weston who is

1. We love and treat each child as if we have known them since the day they were born, and it truly feels as if we have. Our children are very active with baseball, basketball, soccer, gymnastics, quarter midget racing, boy scouts, drum lessons, guitar lessons, school events, summer camps and many family activities.

Standards for living

We set high standards for our children and expect them to be honest, kind and loving members of this family. We sit down for a family dinner each night where we talk and nobody leaves the table until everyone is finished. Riley talks about how much he loves my cooking and reminds me often that from the moment he tasted my cooking, he knew “it was going to work out well.”

The children do small daily chores to help out. We mediate MANY disagreements and are always suggesting ways to handle life’s situations. We teach life lessons, such as handing out carnival tickets to reward good choices which get cashed in for rewards.

(L-R) Back row: Gavin, Maddox and Riley. Front row: Mason, father Matt, mother Jenny, baby Weston, and Isabella, with her American Girl doll.

We both sleep very little and, it seems, many days we simply run on coffee and love. What is amazing is that Matt is just as invested in this family as I am. Neither one of us is above any household chore or parenting role. There are no limitations about which child we are “allowed” to parent. We show each other respect and our love for each other is continuously growing, even when we think it couldn’t get any stronger.

Our love for this family is what makes it all work. We have been engaged since May

2015 and we are currently planning our wedding for October 2017, exactly four years after we met.

Being a modern day Brady Bunch is no easy task, especially without the Alice. We learn something new every day. It’s expensive, exhausting, challenging, and extremely rewarding. We are silly and fun. We are strict with our rules. We are a typical family, just jumbo sized.

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healthy kids The End of the Nap: A Survival Guide

By Heidi Borst

All good things must come to an end, even (sigh), your child’s daily nap. Not only is nap-time a necessity for babies and toddlers, it provides a much needed reprieve for parents and caregivers, an opportunity to re-charge and re-boot. It can be tough to navigate the change from nap to none. Experts suggest naps should continue as long as needed, there is no magic age when kids stop napping, ranging from 3-7 years old! To identify the signs that your child may be ready to stop napping, read on.

Be Flexible with an Earlier Bedtime to Protect Sleep Needs

By the time children are 18 months, they will be down to one nap a day, and in the majority of children, that nap disappears between age 3-4 (about 20% of children still take a daily nap at age 5). Dr. Black advises, Children give clear cues which indicate a nap may no longer be needed, such as staying alert longer without seeming tired or cranky into the evening, and difficulty falling asleep at bedtime when a nap is taken.

Use the “Sleep Begets Sleep” concept to your advantage, while it sounds counter-intuitive, it holds true for babies and toddlers.

If your child is napping but tires before normal bedtime, let them go to bed earlier until their body is ready to function on less sleep. Keeping a child up longer at night in hopes they will sleep later the next day is futile; they will wake up at their normal time (or earlier).

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Sleep Is Essential to a Child’s Growth and Development

While sleep needs can vary from child to child, on average, a 1-3 year old will sleep about 12-14 hours per day, and a 3-6 year old will sleep about 10 hours per day, with children giving up the nap altogether by age 5-7, outlines Dr. Robert Salzman, a retired Toledo-area pediatrician with over 35 years experience. “If you think of our bodies as a machine, sleep makes sense.

You don’t run a machine without any down time… it breaks down. Our bodies are an exceptional machine that need down time as well. Energy that we take in as food is used for activities during wake times, but we also need energy for growth during sleep, not just linear growth of height and weight, but brain growth also…

Sleep is as much a mandatory part of our daily life cycle as wake periods are.”

If young children are not getting the requisite 12-14 hours per day, their growth and development is slowed. “Naps are critically important to the developing brain to recharge circuitry after the intense learning that occurs during wakefulness,” adds Dr. Marianne Black of Franklin Park Pediatrics in Toledo. “Naps are not just a good idea in the early years but they are a necessity as sleep pressure (the need to sleep) builds up. Sleep is the only cure to restore normal function to the brain.”

Dr. Marianne Black advocates the importance of a nap for young children.

Quiet Time Provides a Break for Parent and Child

The end of the nap is a wonderful opportunity to teach your child to master the life skill of down time. “A quiet time alone is encouraged even if no sleep time occurs… the child could lie on the bed and read books or listen to music or quiet pretend play. The American Academy of Pediatrics and pediatricians alike recommend NO technology, screen time, nor TV in a child’s sleep space; it is too distracting and not restful or beneficial.

The need to be alone with their thoughts is a very good idea,” Dr. Black urges.

Letting your child learn to fall asleep on their own is also important. “It is highly discouraged for a parent to lie with the child to get them to sleep at nap or bedtime. It is a healthy separation for both child and parent.”

As children get older and the need for napping diminishes, it is tempting to fill up their days with activities, but it’s just as important to promote quiet down time. Even a quiet hour, unplugged, with no commitments, will benefit your child (and you) immensely.

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Hensville Hits It Out Of The Park You will be happy in Hensville at NINE

By Karen L. Zickes

NINE

9 N. St. Clair St. Toledo 43604 Hensville-downtown Toledo 419-725- 9252 Tue-Thur: 11a.m.-2p.m. 5p.m.-10p.m.

Fri-Sat: 11a.m.-2p.m. 5p.m.-11p.m. **Sun-Mon: open for games and concerts; call ahead www.ninehensville.com Things are heating up in the Warehouse District with the addition of Hensville. I was so pumped after visiting the renovated space near the ballpark that I already have plans in the making to return for an evening of fun with friends. It’s been beyond exciting to see downtown Toledo go through a revitalization slowly but surely. ‘All good things come to those who wait’ as they say.

NINE has much to offer at Hensville

After hearing the Hensville hype, we ventured downtown on a sunny Saturday afternoon to check things out for ourselves. The restaurant NINE is just one portion of the Hensville development.

Located in the 1865 historic building that once housed the Folger Butcher Shop, boasts reclaimed wood, exposed brick, and hand crafted tables. The atmosphere is inviting and you’ll feel comfortable no matter your attire.

Deciding where to dine at NINE presented a challenge for us; as the options were several and all seemed like a home run. On the first floor NINE offers a large dining room and also bar room with ample seating. The patio out front is spacious and even offers sofas at one end if you just wanted a drink and conversation.

The large heaters offer comfort even when the temps turn chilly.

An elevator to the second floor takes you to Top of NINE and The Rooftop on NINE. My children and I began at Top of NINE where they offer a large open air seating area and lounge furniture as well.

However, they serve a limited menu and my children lacked excitement over the options. I took a peek at The Rooftop on NINE. You can purchase special game day tickets that allow you to enjoy the game from the rooftop. The view was spectacular and I think it is a must to try this season.

Casual vibe with upscale edibles

At NINE, they offer a “traditional Americana” made from scratch menu.

They use as many ingredients as possible from local vendors such as bread, cheese, beer, and coffee just to name a few.

Like many restaurants, NINE offers a separate lunch and dinner menu. The lunch options keep it simple with appetizers, salads, and sandwiches with prices in the $10-$12 range. Dinner, however, takes it up a notch and in addition to the lunch menu, offers many delectable entrees and prices range from $18 to the $45 Kansas City Ribeye. Trout, brisket, tuna, pasta and duck are just a few of the entrée options at dinner.

Our lunches were fabulous. Though a BBQ sandwich, chicken sandwich, and BLT may not sound unusual, their twist on American favorites was tastefully done; no pun intended. The grilled chicken sandwich was served with baby arugula, chimichurri sauce, queso fresco, pickled onion, and avocado mayo and was served on a fresh baked roll. I also opted for the fresh red cabbage slaw on 30

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The Short Course Kid-friendly: Somewhat

To avoid wait: Game nights may be very busy; make reservations Noise level: Moderate

Bathroom amenities: Changing stations in both restrooms, HOWEVER, you need to take an elevator to get there High chairs? Yes

Got milk? Yes, and juice

Kids’ menu? Yes, complete with activity sheet and crayons to keep the little ones busy

Food allergy concerns? Peanut oil is not used but let server know of allergies prior to ordering the side. I didn’t share a single bite.

My youngest chose from the kids’ menu for those 10 and under. He had a choice of pasta with red sauce and meatballs, roasted chicken breast, grilled cheese on sourdough, or a burger. All kid meals come with a choice of vegetable or crispy potatoes for $6. Drinks are separate but milk and fresh squeezed lemonade or orange juice is options in addition to soda.

My son’s BBQ Biscuit served with bacon and a white bbq sauce was packed with flavor and the sweet potato biscuit added a subtle element of sweet to the salty. The BLT my daughter devoured had some of the thickest slices of bacon I had ever seen.

It was served with chive mayo, arugula, tomato and a scallion bun. We enjoyed traditional fare with a bit of a twist and a little imagination. There was very little sharing going on and there were no doggie bags going home that afternoon.

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

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A creepy crawly experience Saturday, 8.20 / Secor Preserve Metropark

Children and adults alike will enjoy and explore the big world of bugs an the Toledo Metroparks BugFest extravaganza where the whole family will find something to love.

Learn about all things big and small in the bug world, and take a seat at exciting presentations like the Dr. Insecta Show to view the insect world like never before.

The National Center for Nature Photography will also have multiple exhibits where you can get up close and personal with your favorite summer creatures. Come out and fill your belly as well with local food trucks that will feature edible insect treats. 10am Saturday, August 20.

Secor Preserve, 10001 W. Central Ave. 419407-9700. metroparkstoledo.com Free —KN

All calendar events are subject to change, cancellation and limited size. Calling ahead for confirmation is recommended.

1 MONDAY Hensville Park: Monday Night Movie Series - After the Mud Hens game against the Louisville Bats, enjoy a screening of the popular Disney Pixar film, Inside Out. 7:05pm/game, 8:30pm/movie.

Game & movie: $15/adults, $13/kids; movie only: $12/adults, $10/kids; Add movie to previously purchased game ticket: add $3. Hensville Park, 406 Washington St. 419-725-4392. hensvilletoledo.com

2 TUESDAY

Mansion Masterpieces - Explore the animal-themed artwork displayed on the Manor House walls. Participants will then make a painting of their own. For ages 7-12. Registration required. 10-11:30am. $4.50/members, $5/nonmembers.

Wildwood Preserve Metropark, 5100 W. Central Ave. 419-407-9700. metroparkstoledo.com

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Family Center Activities: Suminagashi! - Japanese for “floating ink,” suminagashi is a marbling technique used to create a vibrant and colorful work of art using water and ink. For ages 10 and younger with an adult. 10am-3pm.

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

From Earth to the Universe - The audience will learn about the history of astronomy, the invention of the telescope, and today’s giant telescopes that allow us to probe ever deeper into the Universe.

Fridays through August. 8:30pm. $7/ adults, $5/children, seniors and UT members, free/ages 3 and younger. Ritter Planetarium, 2855 W. Bancroft St. 419-530-2650. utoledo.edu/nsm/rpbo

Studio 101 - Are you passionate about music? Attend this hands-on training session to learn how to use the West Toledo’s Create Space recording equipment software. For grades 6-12. Registration required. 11am-noon. West Toledo Branch Library, 1320 Sylvania Ave. 419-259-5290. toledolibrary.org Free

Tai Chi for Teens - With today’s hectic lifestyles, finding time to exercise can be difficult. Tai Chi is finding fans in all age groups, walks of life, and levels of athletic abilities. 11am-noon. Main Library, 325 N. Michigan St. 419-259-5200. toledolibrary.org Free

3 WEDNESDAY History Paddle: Canoe Adventure Experience history in a whole new way as you paddle through part of the MiamiErie canal and learn about the historic canal town of Providence. For ages 4+.

6-8pm. $8/members, $10/nonmembers.

Providence Preserve Metropark, 13827 US 24 West. 419-407-9701. metroparkstoledo.com Ice Cream for Movies - Celebrate the end of summer with a cool treat and an even cooler movie, Willie Wonka and the Chocolate Factory. For Pre K-5th grade.

Registration required. 6:30-7:30pm.

Waterville Branch Library, 800 Michigan Ave. 419-878-3055. toledolibrary.org Free On Your Mark, Get Set... Read - Join Greg Carson and his magical live bunny, Trixie, in a magical journey of discovery as he relates stories from his past that emphasize the importance of the public library. 1:30-2:30pm. Main Library, 325 N. Michigan St. 419-259-5200. toledolibrary.org Free

4 THURSDAY Dog Lovers: Do you love dogs? Enjoy dog trivia, make doggie toys, and find out lots of interesting facts about canine companions. For ages 7-12.

Registration required. 11am-1pm. $25.

Toledo Area Humane Society, 827 Illinois Ave. 419-891-0705. toledohumane.org Family Outdoor Skills - Learn how to find your way by using a magnetic compass with Metroparks Toledo staff. No smartphone or GPS needed. All equipment provided. For families with children in grades 3+. Registration required. 3:304:30pm. Maumee Branch Library, 501 River Rd., Maumee. 419-259-5360. toledolibrary.org Free

6 SATURDAY Super Kids Triathlon - Kids will enjoy being involved in The Triple Play of Physical Fitness— swimming, bicycling, and running.

Open to all kids, ages 7-15. Registration required. 7:30-8:30am. $43. Olander Park, 6930 W. Sylvania Ave. Sylvania.

419-829-2398. eliteendeavors.com

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Kelly Miller Circus - Featuring performers from many nations, the circus also includes an exotic display of animals, theatrical lighting and lively circus music. Hosted by the Sylvania Sunrise Lions Club, Inc. Shows at 4:30pm & 7:30pm. Advance: $12/adults, $6/ages 12 and younger; Day of (at circus box office): $16/adults, $8/ages 12 and younger. Located at the corner of Centennial & Brint Rds. sylvaniasunriselions.com

Glass City Rollers 2016 Season - The whole family will enjoy watching a roller derby game on an indoor, flat track. 4pm/ doors, 5pm/bout begins. Advance tickets: $12/adults, free/ages 10 and younger; At the door: $15/adults, free/ages 10 and younger. Skyway Rec Center (former International Boxing Club), 525 Earlwood Ave. glasscityrollers.com

Star Party - Join the Toledo Area Astronomers for an evening of star watching as members set up their telescopes so you can look at the stars, moon and other astronomical objects. Bring your own scope; Canceled if cloudy or raining.

9-10pm. Sylvan Prairie Park, 8601 Brint Rd., Sylvania. olanderpark.com, toledoastronomy.com

Baby Tour - Watch your child respond to large colorful paintings and learn early visual literacy skills. For infants up to 18 months with an adult. 10:30-11:30am.

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

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National Museum of the Great Lakes Kids Klub: The Catamaran Classic - Children will have the opportunity to build their own boat and compete in rain gutter canals. There is an additional cost for boat kits. 10am. Museum admission only: $8/adult, $7/seniors, ages 6-17, AAA, military, free/ages 5 and younger; Museum and Schoonmaker: $12/ adults, $11/seniors, ages 6-17, AAA, military, free/ages 5 and younger. National Museum of the Great Lakes, 1701 Front St. 419-214-5000. inlandseas.org Free Family Movie Night - Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy a weekly movie under the stars in beautiful historic Perrysburg.

August 6: Second Hand Lions; August 13: Jem and the Holograms; August 20: The Good Dinosaur; August 27: Avengers Age of Ultron. Cartoons will be shown 15 minutes prior to movie. 8pm. Commodore Schoolyard, 140 E. Indiana Ave. 419-874-7070. visitperrysburg.com Free

9 TUESDAY Ready to Read Book Mobile - The Library’s new early literacy outreach program will visit with a great selection of summer reads. 9:30am-1pm. The Shops at Fallen Timbers near Rave Cinemas, 3100 Main St., Suite 1599, Maumee.

419-259-5350. toledolibrary.org Free

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18 THURSDAY Training available for all ages throughout the fall including VolleyTots (4-8yrs) & Youth (3rd-6th grade); Lessons & Positional Training. E-mail info@toledovolleyballclub.com to learn more or visit our website.

Fall “In-House” League Youth (4th-6th Grade) & Jr. High (7th-8th Grade) Combine/Team formation is August 22nd, 5:30-7:30pm Play on Mondays Sept. 12th thru Oct. 17th, Practice Fridays Aug. 26th-Oct. 14th

Travel Teams forming in Oct./Nov. for ages U10-U18 (4th-12th grades).

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National Tractor Pulling Championship - Watch as the best-ofthe-best face off to be crowned the national champion. Through August 21. Ticket prices and times vary, visit website. Wood County Fairgrounds, 13800 W. Poe Rd., Bowling Green. 419-385-7855. pulltown.com

20 SATURDAY Early Stages - A teacher will incorporate song, movement, and puppetry to guide the youngest performers into theater understandings and practices. Parents are encouraged to observe and participate in this weekly, 30 minute drop-in class.

For ages 3 & 4. Registration required.

10-10:30am. Free, donations are appreciated. Children’s Theatre Workshop Toledo, 2417 Collingwood Blvd. 419-244-5061. ctwtoledo.org Life in Early Ohio - See historic trades and skills and learn about a different side of life in early Ohio. Also on August 21.

9:30am-5pm. $8/adults, $7/seniors, $4/ students & members, free/ages 5 and younger. Fort Meigs, 29100 W. River Rd. 419-874-4121. fortmeigs.org

21 SUNDAY Family Fun Day: Plensa Parade and Picturesque Picnic - Join the parade of letters and numbers and a cast of other characters for a journey around the Toledo Museum of Art in search of the perfectly picturesque picnic. There will also be hands-on activities and music in celebration of the work of Jaume Plensa currently on display. Noon. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free

24 WEDNESDAY Little Chefs - Toddlers will practice their kitchen skills including mixing, measuring, and stirring during this interactive program.

For ages 19 months to 2 years with an adult. 10-11am. Way Public Library, 101 E. Indiana Ave. 419-874-3135. waylibrary.info Free

26 FRIDAY Friday Workshop: Be-You-Tiful Wooden Signs - Students will learn how to create a special “Be-You-tiful” wooden sign. For ages 8-13 years old.

Registration required. 4-5:30pm. $20.

Create Perrysburg, 422 Louisiana Ave., Perrysburg. 419-873-6240. createperrysburg.com

27 SATURDAY Bugfest - Kids can build giant bugs, touch live insects, participate in bug races and watch creepy crawlies eat along with many other activities. Free with regular Zoo admission: $19/adults, $16/ages 2-11 & seniors; there is a $2 discount for Lucas County residents with valid ID. 10am-4pm.

Nature’s Nursery at The Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way. 419-385-4040. toledozoo.org

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28 SUNDAY Sunday Family Film Club - Enjoy a screening of the 1996 animated fantasy film, James and the Giant Peach, which follows an orphan with terrible aunts for guardians as he befriends human-like bugs who live inside a giant peach. 2pm. Toledo Museum of Art GlasSalon, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free

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Butterfly House Summer Hours, Butterfly House Summer Hours, Children will enjoy being surrounded by more than 1,000 butterflies as they learn about the butterfly life-cycle and how to promote a healthy environment for these special insects. 10am-5pm MondaySaturday, noon-5pm Sunday. $7-$9, free/ages 3 and younger. The Butterfly House, 11455 Obee Rd., Whitehouse.

419-877-2733. wheelerfarms.com Natural Feedings and Animal Demos, As part of animal enrichment, the staff at the zoo will feed a variety of species and share information with visitors. Times vary, visit website. $19/ adults, $16/ages 2-11 & seniors; there is a $2 discount for Lucas County residents with valid ID. Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way. 419-385-4040. toledozoo.org

Tuesdays BabyTime, This special session focuses on developing early literacy skills through songs, movement, rhythm and rhyme designed to foster a love of books and reading. For babies 0-18 months.

Registration required. 9:30-9:50am.

Sanger Branch Library, 2753 W. Central Ave. 419-259-5370. toledolibrary.org Free

Tuesday-Sunday TMA Play Space, The outdoor play space features a block-based system that engages youngsters mentally and physically, by encouraging them to build structures and play. Families can enjoy food and drinks at nearby picnic tables.

Due to inclement weather, the space will be moved inside. Through August 21: 10am-4pm Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 10am-5pm Thursdays-Saturdays, noon5pm Sundays; August 27-September 4: 10am-5pm Saturdays, noon-5pm Sunday. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free Design Zone, This highly interactive, hands-on exhibition explores the array of creative concepts, processes and tools needed to create a successful design.

Separated into three thematic zones: art, music and engineering, there’s an activity for every interest. Through September 5. 10am-5pm Tuesday-Saturday, noon5pm Sunday. $11/ages 13-64, $9/ ages 3-12, $10/ages 65+, free/ages 2 and younger. Imagination Station, 1 Discovery Way. 419-244-2674. imaginationstationtoledo.org

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Forward your cover letter and resume for an opportunity to manage our sales team, and to sell along side them.

Base plus commission, with significant incentive for sales increases. Prior experience and strong background in sales, training and managing rep accountability is desirable. Be involved with our community of readers and advertisers while you earn. Send cover letter and resume to mjacobs@adamsstreetpublishing.com Outside Sales Rep You know Toledo. You’re hungry to join a growing, fast-paced and fun team.

You have sales experience (and if not, you’re such a great communicator that you seem to create meaningful relationships with nearly everyone). You’re reliable and accessible. You’re open to accepting constructive feedback and finding a rhythm. For you, there’s no such thing as a tough sell. A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

We’re excited to work with the right person who shares our vision and values. Welcome aboard.

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Send resume with references to mjacobs@adamsstreetpublishing.com

Come on, hit send and let’s get started.

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