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Letter from the EDITOR

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Adams Street Publishing Co. How old is too old to trick-or-treat?

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Collette Jacobs (cjacobs@toledoparent.com) PROBABLY BY HIGH SCHOOL.

Co-publisher/Chief Financial Officer Mark I. Jacobs (mjacobs@toledoparent.com) 61.

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By Kimmie Rose

Doc Ock, Erins husband, son Dexter, 5, Spider-Man, daughter Camille, 3, Spider-Girl, and Assignment editor, Erin Marsh as Wonder Woman

Mummy of the Year this Howl-oween

I loved Halloween as a kid--the opportunity to resemble and imitate whomever I most admired, and then, of course, there was the candy — but I surrendered both my love of costumes and candy as I entered the teenage years. Almost two decades later, with the arrival of our first baby, came the opportunity to don a costume as an adult...and steal our children’s candy.

Each Halloween, our oldest typically decides his preferred costume and the rest of us follow suit. Last year Dexter (then 5) chose SpiderMan, so Camille (3) opted for Spider-Girl; I went as Wonder Woman and my husband was Doc Ock (by far his most creative Halloween costume to date). The year before that we were Batman, Batgirl, Joker and Harley Quinn. Before that, the costumes all a blur thanks to pregnancy/baby brain.

Your Libra child likes life to have balance as they are natural peacemakers. This month they will be unusually quiet and detached. Parents note: your child isn’t depressed or sad, but that they are spending some time alone getting to know their own likes and dislikes. Because your little Libra holds the scales of balance, it is important to honor their need for silence but to also give them a way to communicate by putting up a whiteboard or designating a notebook to communicate with words and pictures. Also this month, take your little Libra out of the house, providing a way to experience those things he/she is quietly contemplating with a healthy outlet.

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Halloween is special. The expectations are low and the monetary investment is minimal, yet the sense of community, social interactions and creativity are all great opportunities for family fun and tradition.

It’s one of the many times of the year that I’m thankful to call Toledo my home.

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As my children age, I aim for an over-the-top decorated house, complete with ghoulish sounds, frightening yard displays, and cheesy tombstones like Barry M. Deep, so if in a few years you see just a few tasteful autumn decorations, call me out. We can be more than that — I know it.

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Assignment Editor Erin Marsh (toledoparenteditor@adamsstreetpublishing.com) IF YOU ARE A KID OR HAVE ONE, YOU’RE GOOD!

Shannon Meyer (smeyer@adamsstreetpublishing.com) WHEN YOUR OLD ENOUGHT TO CROSS THE LINE FROM “CUTE” TO SEXY COSTUME.

Besides the fun of costumes, one of our neighbors hosts an annual outdoor Halloween Party for our block, complete with adult beverages, costumes and a potluck dinner. Halloween evening, we join together with other neighborhood kids and parents for trick-or-treating. And that hot cider in our coffee cups? It might be spiked.

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Easterseals Northern Ohio Offers FREE Speech Screenings for Children

Summer has come to an end and a new school year is here!

Easterseals is helping children start the school year off right by offering free speech-language screenings during October. The screening is designed to provide a quick assessment of a child’s speech-language abilities and to help determine if a comprehensive evaluation is necessary.

Some speech milestones include: smiling when spoken to (3mos), babbling in speech-like sounds (6mos), saying simple words, like bye-bye (1yr), putting two words together to make simple sentences, like “More cookie” (2yrs), and having a word for almost everything (3yrs).

Call 1-888-325-8532 ext. 101 to learn more or schedule your free speech-language screening. easterseals.com/noh

Yogaja Yoga Downtown Grand Reopening

If you work or live downtown, squeezing in a bit of exercise during or after your work day just got a little easier. Yogaja Yoga Downtown, 701 Madison Ave., was closed for renovations and is re-opening this month with a fresh, new look. Classes are available during lunch hours from 12:00-12:50 and after work. All yoga packages apply to both the downtown and Cricket West locations, making it easier to practice wherever and whenever is most convenient for you.

For more info and a class schedule, visit yogajayoga.com.

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Preschool Playtime at Maumee Valley

Maumee Valley is currently accepting enrollment of children aged 18 months to 3 years for its Preschool Playtime program, taught by members of the Early Learning Center faculty. Meeting once a week, the program will focus on teaching both children and their parents about parts of their child’s development, from language and literacy to social skills. Classes are small so space is limited. $100 for the eightweek course. Three eight-week sessions can be chosen from: October 1 through November 19, January 7 through February 25, and April 7 through May 26. Class will be held weekly on Tuesday from 9-10:30am.

Maumee Valley Country Day School, 1715 South Reynolds Rd., 419-381-1313. mvcds.org/playtime

Zepf Center Offers “Problem Gambling Program”

Gambling has become a socially accepted activity, and while most people can enjoy gambling as a form of entertainment and understand there is rarely financial gain, others face unintended issues from gambling. The loss of money is generally the first identified problem, but other hurdles that may arise include relationship issues, health concerns, depression, anxiety and even thoughts of suicide. Zepf Center’s Problem Gambling treatment program offers free and confidential individual and group counseling for anyone who thinks that their gambling may be a problem.

Contact Zepf at 419-841-7701 ext. 6011 or GAMBLING@ZEPFCENTER.ORG for more information.

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Holey Toledough Remodels Original Location, Opens Second Location

Holey Toledough’s original location on 3812 Alexis Road, newly expanded and remodeled, re-opened last month while a new, additional location opened on the second floor of the University of Toledo Student Union Center. As well, for all UT home games, Holey Toledough will have a food truck below the ESPN scoreboard. Now game attendees can see why Toledo loves its “Holey” Doughnuts. holeytoledough.com

West Side Montessori Welcomes New Head of School, Jenn Schoepf

Succeeding Lynn Fisher as West Side Montessori’s (WSM) Head of School, Jenn Schoepf began working in the position over the summer, bringing decades of experience as an educator and an administrator. Schoepf, who has worked with WSM for 25 years, holds a Bachelor’s degree in Education and a Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education with Montessori emphasis. In addition to her teaching background, Jenn brings administrative experience to her new role — she was the Director of Perrysburg campus and, later, the Director of Elementary and Middle School Education, Perrysburg and Toledo campuses. montessoritoledo.org. contactus@montessoritoledo.org. www.toledoparent.com

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TWEENS: Coaching the Coach Parents intervening in children’s team sports

By Cheryl Maguire

I officially became a “soccer mom” last year when my eightyear-old daughter joined her local soccer team. On a traveling soccer team, you witness many games besides your own and a variety of teams, and I’ve been shocked to witness parents shouting aggressively at coaches...and even other children.

What can you do?

If a parent complains about the coach, encourage the parent to discuss it directly with the coach. n Be respectful of the coach,

reported feeling angry during their child’s soccer game. How is it that so many parents find a children’s sport stressful?

Online interactions: In Braintree, the parents created an email n Offer to assist with exchange complaining practices or communication about their child’s playwith parents. ing time, and the coach n Praise the coach when became tired of dealing he/she is doing a good job. with parent complaints. n Show gratitude to the Studies found people In Braintree, Mascoach.

A simple thank you tend to bully online sachusetts, a girls’ high can mean a lot. since they are not held school basketball coach accountable. quit due to parent ated parents who either have unrealistic complaints. The coach helped bring the expectations or become upset when their High college costs: According to team two back-to-back Division 1 state child isn’t receiving optimal playing time.

College Data, public college tuition can championships and had a 63 game wincost an average of $24,610 per year, and a High cost of sports: Participation ning streak, yet the parents were still private college averages $49,320. Parents in sports can be expensive. Players are dissatisfied. Research at the University want--or need--their child to receive a required to purchase sports gear and of Maryland found 53% of parents scholarship. The pressure of winning a oftentimes pay a fee for being on a scholarship from playing a sport has creteam, even in public schools. According teammates and other parents.

to research done by the University of Michigan Health System, on average, a player pays a $125 participation fee and $275 for sports equipment and travel.

Parents, having made that investment, feel entitled to playing time, and when that isn’t the case, turmoil erupts.

Parent personality: Research by Goldstein found control-oriented parents are more aggressive during their child’s sporting events than autonomyoriented parents. A control-oriented par-

Parent Reminders: n Most coaches volunteer or are paid a small stipend; they’re not in it for the money. n When you are on the sidelines, refrain from criticizing the coach or players. Be supportive! n If you have an issue with another parent or coach, speak to the person directly and avoid using social media to air your grievances. n Before speaking to the coach, allow yourself time to calm down by waiting 24 hours after the incident. Also, schedule a time to meet with the coach instead of trying to speak with the coach after the game.

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ent is concerned about other people’s opinions and motivated by external forces, whereas an autonomy-oriented parent is driven by their own goals.

During games, the control-oriented parent tends to take things personally.

If a coach pulls his/her child from the game, the parent can feel it’s a personal attack against his/her child rather than an impartial decision by the coach.

Parents vicariously living through their child: Parents often relive their childhood experiences through their children. Research by Brummelman found parents who see themselves in their child want their child to attain their unfulfilled ambitions. This can cause parents to pressure their child to succeed and to become angry when their child makes mistakes during the game.

n Try to put things in perspective and remind yourself this game is for your child, not you. n When you get angry at the coach, you are ultimately hurting your child by causing embarrassment and resentment. Research by Omli & WieseBjornstal found kids prefer supportive parents rather than angry ones at sporting events. n A coach tries to make decisions based on what is best for the team, not just your child. n When you tell your child what to do from the sideline, you are implying they don’t know how to play the game. n Practice calming techniques when upset, such as deep, controlled breathing.

EXCEPTIONAL FAMILIES for parents of children with special needs

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Special Needs Guide How is your family involved in the community?

Local parent of 5-year-old with autism shares hurdles and joys

Email photos of your favorite moments to appear in our #showandtell section. Include name, age, and hometown of all the kids pictured.

By Emily Remaklus

“He is such a sweet, loving boy,” Ashley Earls stated as she described her oldest son, Kole. Not only is Kole a wonderful son, but he is also a great friend, a caring older brother to his two year old sibling Cooper, and has recently discovered the fun of playing soccer. Kole is also autistic, but that does not define him.

Finding support Ashley had her suspicions early on that her now five-year old son might have autism. Her pregnancy with him was very difficult, and he was “a tiny little thing” when he was born. After his birth, he had a plethora of maladies, especially GI issues.

Ashley noticed Kole was hitting milestones a little later than other children his age, and when he couldn’t find the words or ways to express himself, he became frustrated.

“It was really, really hard,” confessed Ashley. After being on a waitlist for about six months, Kole, who was almost three at the time, was finally able to get in to see a specialist, who subsequently diagnosed him with autism.

Ashley recalled, “I just remember them coming in and saying really coldly ‘He does have autism’...the nurse in me wanted to advocate, but the mom in me just bawled...I remember thinking ‘Oh my gosh. What do we do next?’”

Taking advantage of various resources, Ashley did figure out what to do next. Kole is currently enrolled in preschool at Whiteford Elementary in the Sylvania School District, where he is provided with intervention services, mixing “typical” kids with children with special needs. Kole is thriving with the help of his teacher, Mr. Eric.

Rehab Dynamic and his occupational therapist have also been an immense help. However, despite Kole’s successes, some people haven’t realized the struggles Ashley and Kole have had to overcome and continue to face. One of

those struggles is judgment from other parents.

Ashley has had to deal with “momglares” from others when Kole becomes overstimulated, resulting in his kicking and screaming. There have been times when he would sit at a restaurant with an iPad and headphones, a tool used to help him stay focused and prevent overstimulation by restaurant noises, and adults would walk by, commenting on how Ashley was using the iPad as a babysitter.

Someone at a grocery store once told her to “learn to control your children before having another one,” after seeing Kole upset. What that adult didn’t know was that the lights in a grocery stores or the noises or even the conveyor belt at check-out can be overwhelming for a child with autism.

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“I wish there was more awareness for autism,” said Ashley. She also explained, “You never know anyone’s backstory, whether an adult or child. You can’t judge because you just don’t know.”

Teaching acceptance When asked about tips for other parents to help with teaching their children acceptance, Ashley suggested the children’s book Jacob the Flapping Dinosaur Goes to School. She also said that parents’ guidance of their children on how to interact with Kole and other children with autism can make a huge difference.

She spoke of one little boy at Kole’s preschool whose mom always told him to say “bye” to every child in his class when he left. Ashley said that small gesture meant so much to her and Kole because he would come home and talk about his friend, and it was a relief for her to hear that he had a friend. The friendship has continued between the two and Ashley has found a great support group with other moms at the preschool.

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A child’s comfort at school can make or break his/her relationship with learning, which is why choosing the right school for your child is a key component to a successful educational experience. With so many options in the area, how do you know which one might be the best fit? It’s Open House season at many local schools; read on to decide which one you’ll visit!

Children’s Discovery Center St. Ursula Academy

4025 Indian Rd., Toledo 419-531-1693 | toledosua.org Open House: Sunday, November 3, 2019 from Noon-3pm.

St. Ursula Academy (SUA) is the oldest all-girls Catholic high school in Toledo. SUA’s college preparatory curriculum delivers premier academics with 20 advanced placement (AP) courses and 18 honors classes.

The positive, supportive, all-girls community provides an environment rich in tradition and creates confident leaders for the future. The faith-filled student body is also active in serving the community, teaching girls empathy, compassion, and service. During open house, you can tour the school with current students, talk to faculty and staff, look at academic profiles and materials and get a feel for the warm atmosphere of SUA.

Locations in Toledo, Holland, Perrysburg and Waterville 419-867-8570 | childrensdiscoverycenters.com With education and childcare programs for children as young as 6 weeks up until 10 years, Children’s Discovery Center has a place for your child.

Children’s Discovery Center offers full-day kindergarten programs, before and after school care, and a summer camp for school-aged children.

With multiple centers throughout the Toledo area, all open from 6:30AM to 6:00PM (with some variation), Children’s Discovery Center stands apart from other centers by using the Reggio Emilia educational philosophy, which focuses on inquiry-based learning.

Children explore and learn concepts by investigating, creating, and collaboratively solving problems in a group atmosphere. Additionally, their enhanced teaching approach incorporates S.T.E.A.M. fields of study into early childhood education.

The Maritime Academy of Toledo 803 Water St., Toledo 419-244-9999 | maritimeacademy.us Open House: See website There are only 18 maritime-themed public schools in the United States, and Toledo lays claim to one of them. Catering to grades 5-12, children benefit from the school’s focus on character development, independence, accountability, discipline and education. The Maritime Academy of Toledo supports students’ interests, strengths, and emerging academic needs using individualized and small group instruction methods and hands-on, lifebased learning experiences across the curriculum. Students can “get their feet wet” and learn the ropes of nautical and maritime values.

Horizon Science Academy

2600 W. Sylvania Ave., Toledo 419-474-3350 horizontoledo.org Open House: Call for appointment Horizon Science Academy,a K-12 college prep charter school, aims to prepare students to succeed in college and beyond. With high-quality courses, STEM education and partnerships with local businesses and universities for real-world experience, Horizon is the perfect choice for students looking to improve their academic and life skills to become successful in life.

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1615 Timberwolf Dr., Holland 419-491-7423 | ileadspringmeadows.org Open House: Call for details iLEAD Spring Meadows is a tuition-free, nonprofit public charter school. At iLEAD, learners are encouraged to be leaders as they are fully immersed in real-world, project-based learning. iLEAD Spring Meadows is establishing a new paradigm for education.

Their vision is to use projectbased and social-emotional learning concepts to inspire and motivate lifelong learners with the skills they need to lead in the 21st century.

St. Francis de Sales High School

2323 W. Bancroft St., Toledo 419-531-1618 | sfstoledo.org Open House: 11/3/19 1:00-4:00 pm

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A Catholic college prep school for young men, St. Francis de Sales promotes the academic, spiritual, social and physical development of students in the spirit of St. Francis de Sales, who challenges you to “be who you are and be that well.” Find a rich history of academic and athletic excellence, including the Toledo area’s largest program for AP courses, for grades 7-12.

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West Side Montessori

Perrysburg: 13587 Roachton Rd., 419-874-9385 Toledo: 7115 W. Bancroft St., 419-866-1931 montessoritoledo.org Open House: Nov. 5, 9-10:30AM both campuses West Side Montessori (WSM) uses the Montessori method to create independent and self-motivated learners who are committed to their own education. WSM creates lessons that are geared towards each student’s learning style, allowing children to work at their own pace and to choose work based on their own interests and abilities. Additionally, unique to West Side Montessori is their world language curriculum. World languages are introduced to students at three years old, which then leads to an immersion program in the upper levels.

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Maumee Valley Country Day School Preschool Program

1715 S. Reynolds Rd., Toledo 419-381-1313 mvcds.org/playtime Open House: Select from 3 sessions: Oct-Nov, Jan-Feb or April-May Maumee Valley’s Preschool Program is hands-on and playbased. Teachers plan a variety of age-appropriate, developmentally stimulating activities for children to explore at their own pace inside and outside of the classroom. Teachers monitor their learning, and from time to time, step in with questions or suggestions, helping children move to their next levels of skill and understanding.

The Parent & Child Preschool Playtime program follows the same philosophy and is taught by our own Early Learning Center faculty. Each week teachers will lead parents and their children through different aspects of child development, such as language, pre-mathematics, literacy, motor skills, and socialemotional skills, and sessions are kept small so that children and parents have the opportunity to grow friendships from week to week, also allowing teachers to have a deeper understanding of each unique child and their family.

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Career Tech 91% post program placement •

2200 student increase in Career Tech programs in last 5 years

1800 student increase in last 5 years (equals 72 classrooms of students)

Graduation Rate INCREASES • 8% increase in last year All Students • 17% increase in last 4 years for economically disadvantaged students • 16% increase in last 4 years for students with disabilities • 21% increase in last 4 years Black Non-Hispanic students • 14% increase in last 4 years Hispanic students • 15% increase in last 4 years, entire district • 2d highest in Ohio’s urban districts

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Sloan Eberly Mann Imagination Station Education Director

By Susan Gibney

Imagination Station’s Education Director Sloan Eberly Mann says her two boys thinks she goes to work all day to play. “It’s too funny. They think I hang out at the exhibits all day and ride the (high wire) bicycle,” the mother of Noah (8) and Oliver (5) said.

While juggling her role at Toledo’s science center with being a hands-on

What’s your favorite activity to do with your family?

All things baseball. We lov e to play ball, go to Mud Hens games and watch the Tigers on TV. (Ok, it was not a ton of fun to watch the Tigers this sea son…)

Best holiday memory from when you were a kid ?

Snuggling together as a fam ily and reading ‘The Night Before Christmas’ on Christmas Eve. It’s a traditio n that I’ve carried on with my kids.

What’s your go-to act ivity when you have a few minutes to yourself?

It depends on my energy level.

I’ll either go for a run or pic k up a book.

Describe your life in five words or less.

Controlled chaos, sprinkled with laughter.

What is your favorite Toledo hangout?

Village Idiot…but pretty mu ch anywhere with live music.

Describe Toledo in on e sentence: Toledo is a wonderful pla ce to raise a family, rich in cultura l and natural resources.

Mom is certainly a balancing act, Mann seems to do it all with ease. She said the key is having some flexibility in her job and limiting her work week to 30 hours. “I try to be there for all of the important family moments,” said the Sylvania resident. “When I’m at work, I try to focus, and when I’m home, I try hard to limit all distractions so I can be there 100 percent for my family.”

Supportive family Mann said she receives excellent family support from not only her husband, Pete, but from the grandmothers on both sides. “They are the main reason we decided to stay in the Toledo area,” she said. “The grandmas are the caregivers for our kids when my husband and I can’t be there. That is priceless.”

Team captain For the past 13 years, Mann has overseen a team that brings family workshops, homeschool programming, summer camps and educational outreach to the community.

She is also credited with helping secure the $10.4 million giantscreen theater that will open in the summer of 2020.

Even though she is the mother of boys, Mann is quite proud of a task force she chaired for Girl Power, an annual career day for girls. She enthused, “I love serving as a role model for girls” instead of the iconic male figure in glasses with a lab coat and a pocket protector.

Proud accomplishments Mann was a member of a small team who helped to re-open Toledo’s science center following its closing after a levy failure in 2007.

The Education Director and another team member took science out into the community, traveling in a van, to reach students. The small crew, led by now Executive Director Lori Hauser, kept science education interest alive in Toledo until the center re-opened in 2009. “Bringing Toledo’s science center back to our community is by far my proudest professional moment,” she said.

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S T N E V E L L A F N U F E S E H T DON’T MISS

Halloween Halloween

2019

Halloween Happenings

by Aya Khalil

R E B O T C O F O H T THROUGH THE MON Boyd’s Retro Candy

The Corn Maze at Wheeler Farms

954 Phillips Ave, Toledo boydsretrocandy.com

11455 Obee Rd, Whitehouse 419-872-1731 | wheelerfarms.com/corn-maze

One way to guarantee you’re the coolest house on the block this Halloween?

Handfuls of candy from Boyd’s Retro Candy! Be the only ones in the ‘hood handing out Bulls Eyes, wax bottles, Razzles, candy buttons and more.

Cedar Point Halloweekends

1 Cedar Point Dr, Sandusky 419-627-2350 | cedarpoint.com/halloweekends At Cedar Point’s annual Halloweekends, guests will be scared silly from haunted mazes, live shows and outdoor scare zones. Check the website for the select dates and times. For the little ones, not-so-spooky activities will be at The Great Pumpkin Fest on Saturdays and Sundays. Enjoy arts and crafts, mazes and trick-or-treating.

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There are four mazes at Wheeler Farms with different designs every year, and visitors are welcome to try all four mazes or just one. Pop into the adjacent Butterfly House to see hundreds of beautiful butterflies. Rates vary from $8 to $10 depending on age. Those under 3 are free. Open Fridays 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM, Saturday noon - 11:00 PM, Sunday noon - 8:00 PM.

Fleitz Pumpkin Farm

7133 Seaman Rd, Oregon 419-836-7613 | fleitzpumpkinfarm.com Fleitz Pumpkin Farm offers several corn mazes: a free mini corn maze, a one-acre corn maze and a five-acre corn maze.

After or in lieu of the maze, kids can hop in the corn sandbox and enjoy a hayride. Open daily from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM until Oct. 31.

MacQueens Apple Stir and Crafts festival

43rd Annual Grand Rapids Applebutter Fest

Oct. 5 and Oct. 6, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Oct. 13, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

7605 Garden Rd., Holland macqueenorchards.com

Downtown Grand Rapids, Ohio applebutterfest.org

This yearly event will have barrel train rides for the children, a petting zoo, pony rides, inflatables and children’s performances. Make sure to taste the funnel cakes and donuts and to pick your own apples!

This fest covers all of the bases: live music, food and historical reenactments along the Maumee River. This event draws in 40,000 visitors every year. Parking is $15 to help fund local nonprofit groups and school activities.

Pumpkin Extravaganza at Erie Orchards and Cider Mills Oct. 5 and Oct. 6, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Johnston1235 E. Erie Rd., Erie, MI erieorchards.com Time for pumpkin-picking this weekend at Erie Orchards and Cider Mills. There will be hayrides, a corn maze, pony rides and more. Sip on cider and munch on donuts during this fun family- friendly event.

ScreamAcres Haunted Attractions Gust Brother’s Pumpkin Farm

13639 Mulberry Rd, Ottawa Lake 517-486-2237 | gustbrothers.com Spend the day at Gust Brother’s Pumpkin Farm this fall picking out your favorite pumpkins, squash and gourds. Make sure to check out the farm animals and get some warm donuts and apple cider slushies. Free parking. Open from 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM daily. Hayrides on Saturday and Sunday.

Johnston Fruit Farms 2790 Airport Hwy, Swanton johnstonfruitfarms.com

Johnston Fruit Farms has apple and pumpkin picking, fresh donuts, and even a petting zoo! If you’re lucky, there might be a few sunflowers available for picking, which includes the vase. A notso-spooky family excursion with all the fall feels.

Kackleberry Farm

6421 North Stoney Creek Rd, Monroe, MI 734-240-0825 | kackleberryfarm.com Spend the perfect day at Kackleberry Farm: reserve a bonfire to stay warm, walk the 12-acres of corn maze, shop and eat. Enjoy the pumpkin patch, barrel train rides, hayride, Little Farmers Playland and more. Prices start at $8.

Thursdays from 5PM - 10 PM, Fridays 5PM - 11 PM, Saturdays noon - 11 PM and Sundays noon - 10 PM.

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0064 Co Rd 16, Napoleon 419-599-1570 | screamacres.com

Walk through ScreamAcres haunted fields, filled with terrifying monsters and research specimens that broke loose and mauled everyone around them! The PanDEMONium Project is a haunted, high-action activity for teens and adults.

If those are too scary, head on over to the Barnyard for fun activities for children: face-painting, inflatables, pumpkinpicking and plenty of food options as well. See website for dates and times as they vary.

Trabbic Family Pumpkin Farm 1560 E Sterns Rd, Erie, MI 734-848-4049 | trabbicpumpkinfarm.com

Trabbic Family Pumpkin Farm is a yearround working farm with over 40 acres of pumpkins. The whole family will enjoy this farm that has been in the business for over 100 years with rides, donuts, cider, animals and a corn maze.

Little Boo at the Zoo

Oct. 17 and Oct. 18, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

2 Hippo Way | toledozoo.org/boo Toddlers and preschoolers can enjoy trick-or-treating throughout the zoo while they admire our Toledo Zoo animals. Crafts, games, puppet shows and character meet and greets will keep everyone entertained! The Zoo provides perfect Halloween activities without being too spooky for young children.

Coco Movie Night

Oct. 18, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Sofia Quintero Art & Cultural Center 1225 Broadway St, Toledo sqacc.org Celebrate Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) with family and friends. Admission is free. There will be a concession stand with Mexican pastries, candy, walking tacos and more.

Fall Festival: Truck or Treat at The Shops of Fallen Timbers Oct. 19, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM 3100 Main St., Maumee theshopsatfallentimbers.com

Enjoy a fun afternoon at The Shops of Fallen Timbers filled with activities and food. Trick-or-treating will be at large vehicles. The event will take place in front of Dillard’s at the mall’s main entrance.

Sylvania Fall Festival Oct. 20, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Main Street, Downtown Sylvania sylvaniachamber.org/sylvania-fall-festival Hosted by Sylvania Area Chamber of Commerce, this Sylvania tradition is fun for all ages. Craft and food vendors, a parade, and performances will keep everyone entertained at the 34th annual festival.

Haunted Escape at Toledo Lucas County Public Library Oct. 22, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

3340 Dustin Road, Oregon, OH events.toledolibrary.org/event/2184902 Attend this Haunted Escape event at Toledo Lucas County Public Library’s Oregon branch — a perfect event for teens looking for a creepy challenge.

Participants will solve puzzles to unlock clues and make their escape.

Make sure to check out some spooky books afterwards!

Halloween BOO! Cruise

Oct. 24-27, see website to schedule The Sandpiper, 1 Jefferson Ave, Toledo sandpiperboat.com Book a spooky Halloween cruise for the family this October! There will be festive Halloween activities and treats during the 30-minutes cruise. Prices range from $5 to $8/person.

CONT. ON PG 20

Large Selection & Varieties of

U-Pick Apples $18 half /$29 full

bushel

Boyd’s is stirring up Halloween and expecting

New Harry Potter items in October.

THE BEST SELECTIONS FOR FALL DECORATING Pumpkins • Gourds • Squash Corn stalks and Straw!

U-Pick Indian Corn and Pumpkins 2790 US Highway 20A, 43558 One mile west of Swanton, Ohio

Mon-Thurs: 11am-7pm | Fri: 11am-8pm | Sat: 10am-8pm | Closed Sunday 954 Phillips Ave., Toledo Oh | 419-720-7387 | www.botydsretrocandy.com

(419) 826-1453

• Free Petting zoo • Homemade Donuts!

• Cider Mill • Hayrides on the weekend

Mon - Sat: 8:30 am - 7:00 pm Sun: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

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FALL EVENTS CONTINUED Olander Park Halloween Hike Friday, Oct. 26, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM 6930 W. Sylvania Ave., Sylvania olanderpark.com Bring your family and friends for the 22nd annual Halloween Hike! Kids 12 and under will enjoy treats and storytelling. This is one of the park’s most popular events of the year.

OctoBOOfest

Oct. 26, 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Downtown Perrysburg downtownperrysburg.org/events

look like you walked into the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Sponsored by the Perrysburg Convention and Visitors Bureau and Mercy Health.

Children’s Halloween Pizza Train with Count Wakula

Oct. 27, 4:30PM boarding with 5:00PM departure Blissfield, MI | murdermysterydinnertrain.com Includes a 2-hour train ride, costume contest, pizza, salad, bread sticks, donuts and cider with a performance by Magician Count Wakula!

OctoBOOfest is back for their third Harry Potter event with a Horcrux scavenger hunt, costume contests, performances, trick or treating and more!

Some of your favorites businesses will

COUNTRY LANE TREE FARM

U - PICK PUMPKIN PATCH FREE TONS OF OCTOBER: 5, 6 , 12, 13, 19, 20, 26 AND 27 FALL FARM HAY !

RIDE Farm Animal Tour (Milk a REAL Cow) • Straw Maze • Hold and feed animals! FUN! • Panic in the Pines Haunted Hayride! (Select nights only)

ALL ANIMAL FEED INCLUDED...AND NO HIDDEN ADDITIONAL CHARGES ADULTS - $5 CHILDREN 3+ - $10 Scout/Company/Group Bonfires by reservation & Birthday Party Packages too!

3525 N. Bolander Rd. | Genoa, Ohio 43430 | 419-461-1298 | OPEN: Sat & Sun 11am to 4pm

Check our website countrylanetreefarm.com or find us on facebook for the details

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17th Pumpkin Harvest Festival

Ghosts of Providence

Visit the farm and garden center in Holland for the 17th annual festival.

Activities include games, crafts, straw maze, pumpkin and face painting indoors, and a petting zoo, hayrides, pumpkin patch, and pony rides, and local food vendors outdoors. Hoen’s Garden Center, 1710 Perrysburg/ Holland Rd., Holland. 419-865-6566. hoensgardencenter.com

The Towpath Trail will be visited by ghosts of the past! Take a guided hike encountering historical reenactors as they share their spooky tales of pioneer life in Ohio. The event will be hosted throughout the month of October. $7. 7pm. Providence Metropark, 13801 S. River Rd., Grand Rapids.

419-407-9700. metroparkstoledo.com

Saturday, Oct. 12, 10am-6pm.

How to throw a

party that wil l be a gravey ard

By Raegan N

elson

smash

SEN ACE JEN ALL: GR R O F IT CRED PHOTO

With minimal cost and resources, you can host the best Monster Mash Halloween party for kids of all ages.

Get the scoop on these simple decorations, snacks, and activities to create the most Spooktacular event for all the little monsters in your life.

Free

Scarecrow Workshop & Contest Tuesday, Oct.15, 5-7pm.

Monster Door Using craft paper, tape, and paper plates, transform your door into an adorably scary monster. Experiment with several eyes, crazycolored hair or silly teeth.

Monster Garland These easy monster garlands are the perfect way to decorate for all of your ghoulish guests.

Craft feather boa Smooth foam balls

Supplies Hot glue gun Googly eyes

Dip your rice krispie treats into different colored candy melts and decorate with candy eyes for monster-ific treats.

Monster Sandwiches

Grab a circular cookie cutter and all your favorite fixings to throw together the cutest monster sandwich all the kids will love.

Between the two circles of bread and meat, add cheese teeth by simply cutting jagged edges around half of a slice of cheese. Add eyes by putting olives on toothpicks and inserting into your sandwich.

Trunk or Treat

Tuesday, Oct.15, 6-8pm.

Twine or string

Directions 1. Cut the length of the boa that you need to wrap around the outside of the foam ball.

2. Using a hot glue gun, glue the boa around the circumference of the ball, leaving the middle open to make the eyeball.

3. Glue the googly eye to the middle of the white, exposed circle.

4. Glue the backside of the eyeball to twine or string so the eyes don’t move around.

Monster Rice Krispie Treats

Create a fun or scary scarecrow using provided materials. Bring your own clothes to use. Prizes up to $100 will awarded. Register to enter. 5-7:30pm.

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

Get spooky at this fun family event.

The metroparks will have treats hidden around the park, storytime, and a scavenger hunt. Toledo Botanical, 5403 Elmer Dr. 419-270-7500. metroparkstoledo.com

Free

Friday, Oct. 18, 7pm.

at the Zoo

Saturday, Oct. 19 & Sunday, Oct. 20, 10am-4pm.

Visit the Zoo for a spooky walk through the campus. Encounter costumed characters, trick or treating, magic shows, bounce houses and more. $8-$18 plus admission.

Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way. 419-385-5721. toledozoo.org/seniors

Free

Annual Fall Festival Tuesday, Oct. 29, 4-9pm.

The Historical Museum will host its annual fall festival. Enjoy horse-drawn wagon rides, scarecrow and carved pumpkins on display, a cider press demonstration, and tricks and treats for all ages. Wood County Historical Museum, 13660 County Home Rd., Bowling Green. 419-352-0967. woodcountyhistory.org

Free

Paper Bag Monsters Using the folded side a paper lunch bag, decorate using anything you have aroundgoogly eyes, pom poms, scrap paper, paint, sequins, etc. Turn the fold of the paper bag into the monster face by adding eyes to the top and teeth or a tongue under the flap.

Monster Headbands To help the kids get into character, grab a few plain plastic headbands, glue on some pom poms, and add a few googly eyes.

Want the full instructions to put together this spooky gathering? Find them online at toledoparent.com.

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A Healthier Halloween Treats kids AND parents will love

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By Kimberly Feldkamp

Ghosts, goblins and sugar--oh my!

Halloween is right around the corner, and while your youngsters may be deciding on their costumes, you might be dreading the candy influx that comes with this spooky holiday. Whether you want to nix the sugary treats or simply be more mindful of what you’re handing out to trick-or-treaters, there are plenty of options that kids and parents alike can agree on for a healthier Halloween.

Spoonfuls of sugar Sugar seems to be found in abundance in our diets these days, and all of the sweetness doesn’t add up to a good bill of health. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) reports that eating and drinking too much added sugar puts kids at risk for obesity, heart disease, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes and fatty liver disease.

“The AAP and American Heart Association say no more than 24 grams of added sugar, or 6 teaspoons per day,” says Cadin Jardin, Registered/Licensed Dietitian with ProMedica Flower Hospital. Jardin recommends taking a look at how much sugar your child consumes in a typical day, since that’s what will significantly impact their health long term, and not just what they consume around a holiday like Halloween.

“Sugars that are in packaged foods and drinks are what the concern is. Don’t worry about the sugar in whole fruits.”

Jardin explains that it’s important to limit the sugary cereals, granola bars, fruit snacks and juice boxes. “There are a lot of birthday parties, holiday parties and other times that kids want to have sweet treats, and they should, but this is why it’s critical that their regular diet items... aren’t already increasing their risk of chronic disease.”

A balancing act Like most things in life, moderation is the key. And that’s what Katie Thomspon, a busy working mom of three from

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Perrysburg, has found works best for her family.

“The night they trick or treat they want all of the candy,” Thomspon said.

“I usually let them have a little bit because it seems their desire for it the next day dwindles. I also keep it in a bowl on the top of the refrigerator and that way I can monitor it because we have to get it down for them.”

“Let them eat the Halloween candy,” agrees Jardin. “Don’t panic. Let them pick out their favorites and decide what to do with the rest. Don’t make your kids feel like they are restricted...That’s just going to make them binge and want as much as possible when they have access to it.”

Success for the long haul Jardin encourages families to look at their grocery carts as a place to start monitoring food items with higher sugar content. “Most people have the same 20-30 items in their cart each week.

Look at the grams of sugar in those items, make changes to the ones with the highest content first and work your way through your cart. It’s not the mini Snickers bars the week of Halloween that are increasing your child’s risk of a heart attack in their future; it’s those sugary items they’re eating every day.”

No tricks, all treats Nothing says that Halloween treats have to be candy. Halloween trinkets are perfect to pass out if you want to stay away from sugar. Added bonus: these treats are favored for kids with allergies, too: �n Temporary tattoos n Glow sticks n Halloween pencils n Mini erasers n Stickers n Spider rings n Play Doh Here’s to a happy— and healthier— Halloween!

BJ’S RESTAURANT & BREWHOUSE 4905 Monroe St., Toledo 419.402.8210 Mon-Thur: 11AM-11PM Fri-Sat: 11AM-1AM Sun: 11AM-12AM www.bjsrestaurant.com

Bj’s Parmesean Crusted Chicken

Exceeding Expectations BJ’s is becoming a fast favorite in Toledo

By Karen L. Zickes

It’s hard to miss one of Toledo’s newest restaurants, located on Monroe Street in front of the mall. BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse has grown to 205 locations in 27 states with 13 of them in Ohio. The large but tasteful wood and brick building is an eye-catcher. And Toledoans seem to think the cuisine inside is even better. After visiting one in Columbus with their uncle, my boys were chomping at the bit to stop in for a bite. Of course, we invited a few friends to make it a back- to-school celebration. (The parents may have been celebrating more than the kids!)

In addition to a fun menu, complete with activities to pass the time, they offer what they call “kid starters.” When little ones are seated, the first thing out to the table is a complementary garlic knot and some fresh fruit because we all know “hangry” little ones make dining out a little less enjoyable.

A menu on steroids… even for the kids!

BJ’s is a restaurant to please your entire group, no matter their picky inclinations. Everything from the restaurant layout, the menu, the portions and their charitable foundation is, in one word, BIG.

BJ’s has its own foundation that supports things such as children’s healthcare. They primarily support the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation (CFF) ,and Cookies 4Kids is part of that initiative. Sales from their ever-popular Pizookie® desserts go directly to support the CFF, and the Pizookies® are amazing. Be sure to order one for the table to share! The company goes a step further and even rewards employees who are active in the community.

Admittedly, I was overwhelmed by the menu, which lists over 140 items.

Thankfully, however, it is organized by sections, so if you are having a particular craving, it makes it easy to locate your desire. Sections include pasta, sandwiches and tacos, burgers, slow-roasted entrees, and even a fabulous subcategory called the EnLIGHTened® Menu which offers lighter fare, as well as vegan and vegetarian options. Now that I know they began as a pizza shop in 1978, I feel a return trip with the Pizza Posse is in order to try one of their 18 flavors of pie, including deep-dish pizza that is made with dough that rises twice! And don’t forget about their 11 signature beers. Afterall, “brewhouse” is part of their name.

Not only do they have an affordable children’s menu, they may have the most options I have ever seen for kids, with more than 10 entrée options, a choice of 11 sides, and two desserts (priced extra).

Making a difference in the community It wasn’t until I noticed an article hanging on the wall that made me stop and realize there is a lot more to this restaurant than just good food, strong drinks, and great service.

They have programs that promote leadership and advancement of women in their organization. They offer fundraising options for local schools, as well as a program for teachers to reward students for achieving success in school. To date, the company has made donations to over 60 charities. Great food aside, knowing about this franchise makes me want to return and give them more of my business. In many ways, BJ’s has surely exceeded my expectations.

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

Bottom Line:

Though many of us sometimes prefer local restaurants to a chain, don’t discount the newest franchise in town, BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse, located in front of the Franklin Park Mall. The atmosphere is lively, the service is great, and they offer an amazingly large menu filled with fabulous options — along with one of the biggest kids’ menus around. Little ones are sure to love the “Kid Starters” that come out to the table immediately to take the edge off their rumbly little tummies.

The Short Course To avoid wait: Anytime, and you can call ahead for parties up to 6.

Noise level: Moderate to loud Bathroom amenities: Changing station in both the men’s and women’s restroom.

High chairs? Yes. Got milk? Yes. Kids’ menu? Yes, it offers MANY options and complimentary 'starters.'

Allergies? Alert your server of any allergies so precautions can be taken in the kitchen. Gluten free menu options available.

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{October 2019} All calendar events are subject to change, cancellation and limited size. Calling ahead for confirmation is recommended.

1 TUESDAY Authors! Authors! Meg Cabot Visit the newly renovated Main Library for a conversation with author Meg Cabot. Cabot is known for her bestselling series the Princess Diaries, which has been successful in print and film.

Tickets include her latest release “No Judgements.” $25. 7pm. Main Library, 800 Michigan Ave. 419-259-5200. toledolibrary.org Playtime at MVCDS - This Preschool Playtime Program welcomes young children and with an adult for a weekly hands-on learning workshop. Offered eight weeks. $100. 9am. Tuesdays 10.1 -11.19. Maumee Valley Country Day School, 1715 S. Reynolds Rd. 419-381-1313. mvcds.org/playtime Parent & Child Preschool Playtime - Every Tuesday now through November, parents and their toddler(s) can enjoy hands-on activities promoting child development, language, pre-mathematics, literacy, motor skills and socialemotional skills. Sessions are limited space, register in advance. 9-10:30am.

Maumee Valley Country Day School, 1715 S. Reynolds Rd. 419-381-1313. mvcds.org Free UT Jazz Club Jazz Night The University of Toledo Department of Music presents Jazz Night, hosted most Tuesdays at the Radisson. Live music with UT faculty, graduate students and special guests. $3-$5. 7:30-10pm. Tuesday 10.1, 10.8, 10.22. With additional dates through 12.3. UT Radisson, 3100 Glendale Ave. 419-381-6800. utoledo.edu

2 WEDNESDAY Toddler Trails - This outdoor, multisensory nature play and exploration introduces toddlers up to 3 years of age to the natural world and promotes its preservation. Register toddlers only. $2.

10-11am. Wildwood Preserve, 5100 W. Central Avenue, Toledo.

419-270-7500. metroparkstoledo.com

4 FRIDAY Stuffed Animal Sleepover & Storytime - Kids should bring their favorite stuffed animal pal to a late-night storytime. After the story, the stuffed animals will spend the night at the library.

Come back Saturday morning for treats.

5pm. Wood County Main Library, 251 N. Main St., Bowling Green.

419-352-5104. wcdpl.org Free Harvest Fest - The Arts & Cultural Center will host a fall festival complete with a delicious meal, garden tours, arts & crafts and live music. Bring the whole family! 5-7pm. Sofia Quintero Center, 1225 Broadway St. 419-241-1655. sqacc.org Free

American Presidents Literary and Film Festival - Second annual event honoring movies and books about the Presidents. Three day festival includes films for all ages, cooking lessons from former White House chef John Moeller and a speech by author Adrian Miller. $28 film pass, $60 all access pass. Event times vary. Various venues, Fremont. 419-355-8548. americanpresidentsfilmfestival.org

Things that GO Show Saturday, Oct. 5, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM The Towne Center at Levis Commons 3201 Levis Commons Blvd., Perrysburg What young (or old!) child doesn’t love things that GO? Kids can sit in firetrucks, pretend to drive an ambulance, watch a helicopter lift off, or enjoy a ride on a miniature train. For toddlers and preschoolers, this event is an excellent way to introduce them to a school bus in a nonthreatening and exciting way. Other kid-friendly opportunities, like a bounce house, are available as well!

2nd Annual OctoBEERfest

5 SATURDAY

Saturday, Oct. 26, 7:30 PM - 11:00PM Downtown Perrysburg

Appold Planetarium: Fractals This program will explain how these visual mathematical equations are found throughout nature and space. Using stunning visual projections, visitors will experience the program in a variety of multisensory ways. $4-$5. 7:308:30pm. Saturday 10.5, 10.19, 11.2. & 11.6. Lourdes University, 6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania.

419-885-3211. lourdes.edu MacQueen’s Applebutter Festival Stop by the orchard in Holland for two days of family fun and entertainment.

Don’t forget to grab some cider, fresh apples and more from the storefront.

9am-5pm. Saturday 10.5 & Sunday 10.6. MacQueen Orchards, 7605 Garden Rd., Holland. 419-865-2916. macqueensorchard.com Free

6 SUNDAY Andy’s Army Walk - The 9th annual walk to raise funds for canine cancer research will be held at the W.W. Knight Center in Perrysburg. Festivities include a one mile walk, free lunch and a raffle. $20 single registration, $15 per person in a group of five or more. 11am-2pm.

29530 White Rd., Perrysburg.

419-419-8397. andys-army.org Zoo-mba - This community fitness class combines dance, exercise with animal-themed songs and movement.

Open to ages 10+. $10-$15. Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way. 419-385-5721. toledozoo.org/seniors

With a plethora of activities for children this Halloween, treat yourself to some adult holiday cheer...beer style. Enjoy local brews and live music for a fang-tastic night at Hood Park in Downtown Perrysburg at the second annual OctoBEERfest. 21+ only. $15 admission

OcTABerFest at the Ronald McDonald House Saturday, Oct. 5, 10AM - 2PM 3883 Monroe Street

Go through the recycling bin for those pop cans and help area families stay together! The House recycles them and uses the funds to purchase food for the families who stay at the facility, who are able to reside free of charge if they have a member staying at Toledo Children’s Hospital. Collect your pull tabs and come down to the House for a day of food and fun, including a petting zoo and face painting. For more information, call 419-471-4663 or visit rmhctoledo.org.

33rd Holiday Trunk Show The Country Garden Club invites you to an evening of shopping for charity.

Browse over 16 vendors for unique gifts and more. Lunch available. $65. 6-9pm.

10.7. $10. 9:30am-8pm.

10.8 Tuesday & 10.9 Wednesday.

Carranor Club, 502 E. 2nd S., Perrysburg. cgcperrysburg.com

Magic Lessons - Magician Andrew Martin — winner of Best Area Entertainer in the 2003 and 2004 TAP awards — will teach kids a slew of fun tricks to “fool their friends and drive their parents crazy.” 3-4pm. Maumee Branch Library, 501 River Rd., Maumee.

419-259-5360. andrewmartinmagician.com Free

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Survive the Black Swamp Visit the Historic Johlin Cabin to learn more about pioneer days in Ohio.

Noon-2pm. Pearson Park, 761 S. Lallendorf Rd., Oregon. 419-407-9700. metroparkstoledo.com Free

7 MONDAY Musical Jamboree - Youngsters will sing, dance and play instruments in this weekly community class. Registration required. $60. 10-10:45am. Mondays 10.7- 11.18. 577 Foundation, 577 E. Front St., Perrysburg.

419-874-4174. 577foundation.org

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CONTINUED FROM P. 25 The Importance of Sleep Dr. Michael Neeb of the Mercy St. Anne Sleep Center discusses how crucial a good night’s rest is, and offer techniques to help improve the quality of your sleep.

RSVP requested. 2pm. Way Public Library, 101 E. Indiana Ave., Perrysburg.

888-987-6372. mercy.com Free

8 TUESDAY Comic Book Class for Teens Instructor Imani Lateef will lead a four week class. The class will explore the elements of a traditional comic book, guiding students through the process of producing their own unique comics. $65.

4-6pm. Tuesdays 10.8-10.29.

Art Supply Depo, 29 S. Saint Clair St. 419-720-6462. artsupplydepo.com

11 FRIDAY Baby Tour - Take your infants up to 18 months on a tour. Watch your child respond to large, colorful paintings and learn ways to facilitate early visual literacy skills. 6-7pm. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St, Toledo.

419- 255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free

Walk to End Alzheimer’s - Join the community in a walk dedicated to funding the research, resources, and support for those with Alzheimer’s. Donation based, registration is free. Registration at 9am, walk begins at 10am. Promenade Park, 400 Water St. 1-800-272-3900. alz.org/nwohio/walk Maker Mash - Notre Dame welcomes girls in grades 5-7 to explore the Makers Space. $10. 9:30-11:30am. Notre Dame, 3535 W. Sylvania Ave. 419-772-1295. nda.org Fall Color Walk - The leaves are changing color and it’s a great time to see it right in front of your eyes! This outdoor tour is perfect for all ages. 11amnoon. Oak Openings Mallard Lake Area, 5402 Wilkins Rd., Whitehouse. 419407-9700. metroparkstoledo.com Free

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12 SATURDAY Kids’ Weekend - Visit the orchard and cider mill for a special weekend for the kids. Get out into the orchards for you-pick apples, get lost in the corn maze, or take a hayride. 9am-5pm.

Saturday 10.12 & Sunday 10.13. Erie Orchards, 1235 E. Erie Rd., Erie.

734-848-4518. erieorchards.com Free

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Family Pottery - Ages 7-17 years with an adult will create pottery pieces using a variety of simple techniques. $20. 10am-noon and 2-4pm.

577 Foundation, 577 E. Front St., Perrysburg. 419-874-4174.

577foundation.org

Holy Fire Great Lakes - Youth in grades 6-8 are invited to experience a day of dynamic speakers, music, and the sacrament of the Eucharist. $45-$50.

10am-4pm. Stroh Center, 1535 East Wooster Street, Bowling Green. Tickets at eventbrite.com

Family Center Activities: Puzzle Portraits - Kids will search the Museum for portraits and then create their own portrait puzzle. Noon-5pm. Also 10am3pm on October 15 and 17, 3:30-8pm October 18 and noon-5pm October 19.

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

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Half Pint History - Children ages 3-6 with an adult will explore storytelling, crafts and educational learning workshops at the Historical Village with instructors Mrs. R & Mary. $3-$3.50.

10:30am-noon. Sylvania Historical Village, 5717 Main St., Sylvania.

419-517-5533. heritagesylvania.org

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Nature’s Nursery Visit - The wildlife rescue organization will pay a visit to the West Toledo Library for a meet & greet with the animals. 6-7pm. West Toledo Library, 1320 Sylvania Ave. 419-259-5200. toledolibrary.org Free

Homeschooler Hour - Meet with other homeschoolers and their families every third Wednesday held in the meeting rooms. 1:30-2:30pm. King Library, 3900 King Rd., Sylvania.

419-259-5200. toledolibrary.org Free

The Bash - Imagination Station will host a disco-themed fundraiser featuring live music and plenty of local faire and refreshments. Party-goers are encouraged to dress in their favorite vintage attire and prepare to get down. $95.

7-11pm. Imagination Station, 1 Discovery Way. 419-244-2674. imaginationstationtoledo.org

Family Pottery - This workshop for ages 4-6 years with an adult will create clay projects using clay, glaze and pottery tools. $15. 9:30-11am.

577 Foundation, 577 E. Front St., Perrysburg. 419-874-4174.

577foundation.org

Parent Support Group This monthly support group for parents with autistic children will meet every second Monday. The group will offer emotional support and resources. 6-8pm.

Perrysburg Heights Community Center, 12282 Jefferson St. 419-874-4529. facebook.com/asno.org Free

Les Miserables - Toledo School for the Arts present the award-winning musical based on the novel by Victor Hugo.

7pm. Thursday 10.17-Saturday 10.19.

And 2:3pm. Sunday, 10.20. $10-$22.

Owens Community College Arts, 30335 Oregon Rd., Perrysburg. 419-246-8732. ts4arts.org

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Women of Distinction Awards Luncheon - The Girls Scouts of Western Ohio will recognize five local women from the business community whom have made significant contributions. Reserve your seat at the luncheon in advance. $50. Lourdes University, 6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania. 567-225-3541. gswo.org

18 FRIDAY Coco - Celebrate Dia de los Muertos at the Art & Cultural Center. Kids can paint their own Alebrijes and watch the Disney film. Concessions will be available for purchase. 7-10pm. Sofia Quintero Center, 1225 Broadway St. 419-241-1655. sqacc.org Free CTW: Trio - The Theatre company presents Tio, a fairtale mash-up comedy perfect for the whole family. $6-$8. 9:30am.

Additional performances 5pm. Saturday 10.19 & Sunday 10.20. Children’s Theatre Workshop, 2417 Collingwood Bld. 419-244-5061. ctwtoledo.org

19 SATURDAY Family Hike: The Mighty Maumee River - Take the family out to explore the beautiful metropark with a park interpreter who will lead this guided tour.

1-2:30pm. Side Cut Metropark, 1025 W. River Rd., Maumee. 419-407-9700. metroparkstoledo.com Free Project Hope Trick or Treat Take a ride on a therapy horse during Project Hope’s special Trick or Treat on Horseback event. Project Hope offers equine therapy at it’s farm. $10. Noon5pm. Project Hope, 6645 TR215, Findlay. 419-469-0415. Also offered Sunday 10.20, Saturday 10.26 & Sunday 10.27. projecthope-equinetherapy.org Fiddler on the Roof - The classic musical set in pre-revolutionary Russia sees a new production at the Notre Dame Academy’s Maria Performing Arts Center. Tickets on sale October 7. Adults $15, students $12. Shows October 19-27. 7pm, Thursday-Saturdays. 2pm, Sundays. 3535 W. Central Ave. 419-475-9359. showtix4u.com

20 SUNDAY Sesame Street LIve: Make Your Magic - The whole gang from Sesame Street are in town for a special live show.

Watch as Elmo, Big Bird and others sing and dance on stage. $15-$55.

10:30am. Seagate Center, 401 Jefferson Ave. 419-255-3300. sesamestreetlive.com

25 FRIDAY UT Chamber Singers Concert The University of Toledo Choir will perform a selection of choral works under the program title of “The Aim of Walking” at the historic church. $5-$10.

7pm. St. Patrick’s, 130 Avondale Ave. 419-530-2787. utoledo.tix.com It’s the Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown - Watch the cartoon classic with the family in the Children’s Place located inside the library. Showing all day. 9am5:30pm. Wood County Main Library, 251 N. Main St., Bowling Green.

419-352-5104. wcdpl.org Free

26 SATURDAY Tree Climbing - This Halloweenthemed tree climbing event is open to ages 8+. Participants will get an amazing view of the tree tops. $25. 6-7pm.

Toledo Botanical, 5403 Elmer Dr. 419-270-7500. metroparkstoledo.com Free Bird’s Eye View Circus: Echoes They Left Behind - The performing circus troupe presents an evening of ghost stories and aerial dance and movement.

Students and staff will perform. $5-$15.

7-9:30pm. Bird’s Eye View Circus, 2413 Collingwood Blvd. 567-694-6628. birdseyeviewcircus.com Kids Day Civil War Camp Visitors will experience a recreated Civil War camp featuring historical reenactors and live demonstrations. $3-$5.

11am-12:30pm. R.B. Hayes Museum, Spiegel Grove, Fremont. 419-332-2081. rbhayes.org Pumpkin Stomp & Chomp See how some of the animals at the Zoo react when given a pumpkin in their exhibit! Some will make a meal and others will make a mess. Free with admission, admission prices vary. 10am-3pm.

Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way. 419-385-5721. toledozoo.org

27 SUNDAY UT Jazz Concert - The University Jazz orchestra will perform under the direction of Prof. Gunnar Mossblad. A variety of standards from the big band, contemporary, swing and modern jazz era will have the audience dancing in the aisles. $3-$5. University of Toledo Arts, 1910 W. Rocket Dr. 419-530-2787. utoledo.tix.com

Tuesdays

Tuesdays for Teens Tuesdays at the Creativity Lab, teens can meet up to hang out, play games and get to know other teens from different schools. 4:30-5:30pm. Main Library, 800 Michigan Ave. 419-259-5200. toledolibrary.org Free Gathering Volumes Storytime This ongoing storytime is hosted every Tuesday. 10-10:30am. Gathering Volumes, 196 E. South Boundary, Perrysburg. 567-336-6188. gatheringvolumes.com Free Preschooler Storytime This thirty minute storytime will read a picture book, play games and sing songs as a group at the Children’s Place located in the library. 10:30-11am.

Wood County Main Library, 251 N. Main St., Bowling Green. 419-3525104. wcdpl.org Free

Thursdays Little Scientist Workshops This weekly workshop open to ages 3-6 years engage children to explore the world around them using simple scientific skills. Themes in October include Noisy Boxes, Delicious Digestion and Them Bones.

$5-$7 plus admission.11:30am12:15pm.

Imagination Station, 1 Discovery Way. 419-244-2674. imaginationstationtoledo.org

Saturdays Skate Lessons These weekly lessons are open to kids 213 years and includes skate rental and small drink. $5. 10:30-11am.

Ohio Skate, 1370 Conant St., Maumee.

419-893-4031. maumee.ohioskate.com

Saturdays Little Picassos Club Ages 6-11 will create works of art using mixed media elements like paint and markers. $7. 10-11am. Toledo Artists Club, 5403 Elmer Dr. 419-531-4079. artvillage419.org

Sat & Sundays Family Fall Fest Visit the farm on weekends in October for farm demonstrations, pony rides, petting zoo animals and more. Don’t forget to take home a pumpkin for the front porch.$5-$10. 11am-4pm. Country Lane Tree Farm, 3525 N. Bolander Rd., Genoa. 419-461-1298. countrylanetreefarm.com/fall-festival

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29 TUESDAY Mommy and Me: 5-week Series Bond with your infant at this yoga class combining yoga and play. Offered every Tuesday. $10/drop-in, package pricing available. 10:30-11:30am. Toledo Yoga, 4324 W. Central Ave. 419-531-0006. clients.mindbodyonline.com

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Homeschool Pottery: Ages 8-14 Homeschool children will explore the art of clay by learning various pottery making techniques. $20. 10am-noon.

577 Foundation, 577 E. Front St., Perrysburg. 419-874-4174.

577foundation.org

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