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Toledo’s Award-Winning Parent Newspaper Volume 24 • Issue 3 March 2015

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Toledo Ballet Presents

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Childcare +Preschool

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Alice in Wonderland

By Rima Butto

Guide

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On the cover Toledo Ballet Mad Hatter, Phillipe Taylor and White Rabbit, McKenzie Beaverson Photo by Michael Nemeth

[departments] community snapshots

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exceptional families 10 tween the lines 11 healthy kids 12 parent profile 27 calendar

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Traveling safely with small children and finding affordable babysitting options do not have to be impossible.

Traveling with Small Children

If you’ve ever traveled with small children, you know it can be nerve-racking. Ease your worries with these five tips to keep your sanity!

Babysitting Exchanges– Your House or Mine?

YOUR HOUSE OR MINE

There is a new movement led by parents, for parents, in order to find affordable and reliable childcare and babysitting services.

It does exist!

Roundup of Local Facebook Parent Groups

[commentary] diary of a dad The Battle of Homework

Check out our list of local Facebook groups dedicated to parenting. You’re not alone when it comes to parenting concerns.

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Our online Education Guide allows readers to make informed decisions when it comes to choosing the right school for children. Why go into your search blind? We have information on area schools ready for you to help you do some “homework” before you make a decision.

A father learns about the battle lines

by Matt Reger

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bloopers Kids say and do the darndest things. See what had us laughing this month! If you make it on this page, you can win giveaways from Toledo Area Parent!

3 year old: “Mom, I need you to go into the closet.”

Me: “Why?” 3 year old: “Because I am going to do something naughty. I need to be alone.”

Michelle Martin Rose, Toledo My daughter Brooke, 5, asked to go to grandma’s a second day in a row instead of going to school... and I said no, you have to go to school because I have to go to work. She said, “Here is the deal, I’m going to grandma’s today. Tomorrow, you’re quitting your job, got it? “ Love it!

Holly Schwartz, Toledo My 6 year old asked me yesterday what she should wear, when I told her it didn’t matter she asked me, “Can I wear that shirt that makes me feel like a woman?”

Jennifer VanHouten Gendaszek, Holland

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to Heidi Stotz, the February Blooper winner for her laugh-out-loud submission. “My 11-year-old stepson told me, ‘I’m glad I’m not a woman. You guys have a lot to do.’”

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Collette Jacobs (cjacobs@toledoparent.com) Toronto by train with the kids to see the Hockey Hall of Fame

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Editorial

Assignment Editor: Nadine Hariri (nadine@adamsstreetpublishing.com) Trips to the cottages at Maumee Bay with family Calendar Editor: Marisa Rubin (mrubin@adamsstreetpublishing.com) Digging a hole to China in the sandbox with my brothers Social Media Specialist: Saul Jacobs (saul@adamsstreetpublishing.com) Road tripping to Florida Contributing Writers: Christine Holliday, Erin Marsh, Laura Blair, Rhonda Wilson, Matt Reger, Karen L. Zickes

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Senior Designer: Leah Foley (leah@adamsstreetpublishing.com) Daytona Beach - Meeting people from all over the world Graphic Design: Imani Lateef (imani@adamsstreetpublishing.com) Family trips down south (Atlanta and Mississippi)

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(ahornsby@adamsstreetpublishing.com) Surfing, camping & Costa Rica Sales support: Catherine Bohr (classifieds@adamsstreetpublishing.com) Soaking up the sun in Mexico!

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This is the first sign of the zodiac. The word “FIRST” applies to them not only from birth but throughout their entire lives.

They are the first flowers of spring and they bloom as they explore their cribs, their playpens, their bedrooms, their home, their yards, and eventually the outside world.

As they walk you see that they lead with their heads and look around constantly to see what is happening. They should be restrained because they can be in such a hurry that they are accident prone. They love everyone and assume leadership positions in nursery school, Sunday school, and grade school.

They love to wear hats and enjoy action of all kinds. Take them to the Fire Station for a tour or to Imagination Station to see exciting displays. They are good students when they are challenged but have a problem sitting still at times. Parenting an Aries child is really a delight!

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Young Adult Medicaid Health Home program

id you know Harbor is now offering a Young Adult Medicaid Health Home program? It is similar to the Adult Transitional Program previously offered. The Young Adult Health Home program utilizes an integrated approach to nurture basic living skills and link young adults to community resources and healthcare providers. The program helps to ensure a successful, stable entrance into adulthood. These services are offered to Harbor clients who are receiving Medicaid services and are ages 17 ½ - 30.

The goals of the program address many issues facing young adults such as securing and maintaining housing, developing basic living skills (budgeting, cooking, cleaning, shopping, etc.), and obtaining documentation such as a State ID, Driver’s License, Social Security Card, and

Valerie Liebert Young Adult Team Leader

Birth Certificate. Participants will also be connected with resources to help them achieve their educational or employment goals such as a GED or vocational rehabilitation. The program also helps link clients with appropriate healthcare providers, including mental and physical health services, monitor basic health measures, such as BMI and blood pressure, offers Health and Wellness programs to link clients to tobacco cessation or weight management programs, and can connect them with Alcohol and Drug treatment if needed.

The client goals are achieved by working with our team of Care Managers and Qualified Health Home Specialists (QHHS), including a vocational specialist and an LPN QHHS. For further information about this program, call Harbor at 419-475-4449

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By Christine Holliday & Jordan Killam

Local Author Writes about Hope His vocation is as a minister, but William James’ avocation is to find solutions to the problems that concern his parishioners. He has used his social ethics academic background to write two books, both of which are on best-seller lists on amazon.com. Single Mothers Raising Sons in a Fatherless Home is a collection of narratives about individual boys at various stages of their development and the challenges faced by their single moms at those times. A discussion follows each narrative, with strategies for guiding boys toward productive adulthood. “A boy needs a mentor or a role model,” Dr. James explains, “because there are some things a boy cannot discuss with his mother. A single mom can raise a healthy

young man, but it helps to have a male friend or relative give him the attention he deserves and the guidance and self-identity only a man can offer.”

James’s second book Urban Gardening: How to Grow Food Opportunities and Hope with Hydroponics is a look at a Toledo program that develops hydroponic gardens in abandoned buildings. “We partner with local community groups to grow the vegetables and work with stores and back-end buyers to sell our produce. The food is all natural with no genetic manipulation or preservatives, and is the perfect part of healthy diets, so necessary in populations with such high obesity and diabetes rates.

James and his group are working with Toledo Public Schools to encourage students to consider career paths related to agriculture. More on his book, and the subject of the book, at www.sustainablelocalfoods.com.

Look Who’s New at the Toledo Zoo Meet Loki, Lobo, and Tundra – the Toledo Zoo’s newest residents! These wolves were named after a two-week-long program that invited area residents to vote on names through a donation project. The money raised from the donations provides funds for care of the wolves at the zoo and also supports wolves in the wild. Loki, Lobo, and Tundra are brothers from the same litter. While wolves are often depicted as scary, snarly, and fierce in history and literature, their real temperament is

Just because you’re inside, doesn’t mean nature doesn’t come out to play! View birds and other wildlife at your closest Metropark. Both Oak Openings Preserve and Side Cut Metropark have been recognized as Audobon Important Bird Areas. In fact, Oak Openings is widely considered to be among the best year round birdwatching spots in the state of Ohio. There are four Metroparks along the Maumee River that are amazing places to view raptors, waterloving birds, and migrating songbirds. For urban birding, visit Swan Creek, Pearson, or Wildwood Preserve. Lots of other animals make their home in Toledo’s Metroparks, including coyotes, foxes, squirrels, chipmunks, snakes, turtles, frogs, and badgers. Our parks feature feeding stations with indoor viewing areas, known as “Windows on Wildlife,” available at six area parks, including Wildwood, Pearson, Secor, Swan Creek, Side Cut, and Oak Openings.

Visit www.metroparkstoledo.com to learn more.

Being Happy is a Choice

very different. Wolves are known to be intelligent, shy, and always mate for life. They live in packs and care for their pups as a community.

Wolves can run up to 35 miles per hour and prefer to live in cold climates. A keen sense of smell, double layers of fur, and paws that act like snowshoes make them very well-adjusted to wintry conditions.

See Loki, Lobo, and Tundra each day till 4pm at the Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way. 419-385-4040. www.toledozoo.org

Tap Dancing Fun Friday after-school time at Ella P. Stewart School is not dull. That’s the day students are learning to tap dance through the Kids Unlimited program. Two groups of students strap on their tap shoes, bought by volunteer teacher Kay Anderson, and their dancing attitudes, and learn while having lots of fun.

Kids Unlimited is an after-school program at eight central city schools. For eight years, the program has provided tutoring and mentoring to students. Volunteers work with team leaders and classroom teachers to stay informed about the students’ academic needs and to offer extra-curricular activities like the tap dancing classes to promote self-discipline and character development. Guest speakers reinforce the mission of the group.

Volunteer Coordinator Megan Reese notes that the group is always looking for adult volunteers. “We ask for only one hour per week. Our volunteers (aged 15-75) describe their time with the kids as the ‘highlight’ of their week. The kids realize quickly that somebody cares about their success and they respond. It is a win-win situation for everyone.”

Contact Reese at 419 841-0721. More information available at www.kidsunlimitedtoledo.org.

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Windows on Wildlife

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Cold and dark winters don’t typically give us much to smile about. We miss the sunshine and being outdoors. But the season is no reason not to be happy, and Bob Moyers, also known as Mr. Happy, believes he has found a plan for everyone to live happy, balanced, morally correct lives. After a life of several disappointments, failed marriages and career missteps, Moyers founded the Positive People Partners and the Center of Unconditional Love.

Both organizations give him a chance to help people learn how to love, accept, and forgive unconditionally, which leads to lives marked by joy and lack of stress and negativity.

His Be Healthy Plan, which refers to mental, spiritual, and social health, starts with the declaration that each day is a happy day. From there, each person can decide to interact with others by speaking the truth with love, and listening with understanding. Admitting our shortcomings and forgiving “no matter what” lead to repaired relationships and recognition of the power of acceptance and love.

Moyers visits church and social groups, as well as club meetings and family parties to share his “Happy Exercises” and invites inquiries at bobmoy@cnet.org and 419 533-4191. His website www.unconditionallovelive.com includes information about the Be Healthy Plan.

Kumon Relocates Kur Balance Thru Massage Downtown Sylvania welcomes a new business to the area: Kur Balance Thru Massage. Licensed Massage Therapists Emily Snyder and Maryanne Weston opened Kur, a holistic and naturopathic-based healthy living center, to help individuals “achieve balance of mind, body and soul in an easy and affordable way.” The word “kur” is German in origin and means “cure,” and Snyder and Weston aim to “kur” their clients by restoring balance through massage. Kur provides a plethora of services from a group of therapists, including Swedish, deep tissue, pregnancy, couples, and Thai massage. They also provide some specialty services, such as facelift, manual lymph drainage, qigong, and reiki, among others. Snyder and Weston hope to also provide healthy living options, such as exercise and nutrition, in the future. -EM Appointments and walk-in customers accepted 10am-6pm Tuesday-Friday and 10am-2pm Saturday. Monday, Sunday, and extended hours available by appointment only. Kur, 5703 N. Main St., Ste E, Sylvania. 567-455-0587. www.kurbalance.com

Maryam Azadi recently relocated her Kumon Learning Center within the Oak Tree Shopping Plaza, moving to a nearby unit. The new space is the same size as Kumon’s previous location but configured differently, and the more open layout allows Azadi to meet the specific Kumon requirements, which state that younger children should learn alongside older students, so they can learn from them. Azadi’s 160+ students, ranging in age from three to 18, study math and reading twice a week for 30 minutes, completing additional work at home.

While some parental involvement is necessary in the beginning to establish routine, Kumon students are expected, ultimately, to assume responsibility for their learning. The Kumon program is a Japanese-based learning program and focuses on the concept that a child must practice daily to become proficient in any field. -EM 3-7pm Monday and Thursday; students can attend at anytime for either a half hour or one-hour session. Kumon Learning Center of Sylvania, 4024 N. Holland Sylvania Rd., Suite 7.

419-517-1712. www.kumon.com.

MORE Chili’s at Spring Meadows Shopping Plaza is now open after the restaurant was rebuilt at the original location after a fire that caused extensive damage on January 29, 2014. 6505 Centers Dr., Holland. www.chilis.com

Big Fab Lab The Big Fab Lab is a work in progress—a community-operated workspace where people with common interests can meet, socialize and collaborate. “The Lab itself will be for community members of all ages,” said Big Fab Lab founder Mark Bowlus. “For the price of a gym membership, anyone with an idea, project or inspiration will have the place to make his or her dream a reality. You will find all the tools, classes, expertise and encouragement in one place.” The Big Fab Lab is still raising financial support and hopes to open a facility in 2015, tentatively to be located at the Woodland Mall in Bowling Green. -EM Limited membership, 8am-10am, $40/month + tool surcharges.

Unlimited membership, no hour restrictions, $150/month . www.bigfablab.com.

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Leading the way in changing how we communicate

By Gina Gueli

Author Tony Robbins says, “To effectively communicate, we must realize that we are all different in the way we perceive the world and use this understanding as a guide to our communication with others.” This rings especially true for families who include children with autism. Many children with the condition are nonverbal and unable to communicate in a traditional manner. However, great strides have been made in recent years, with the use of iPads and their communication applications geared towards children within the autism spectrum. The iTaalk Autism Foundation, a Toledo-based, nationwide organization, has become a resource for the autism community. iTaalk has made it a priority to distribute iPads to families in need, with the help of donations and grants.

The foundation considers education, training in communication applications, being a liaison for families and therapy resources to be the most important ventures of their foundation. iTaalk consists of volunteers that are parents of children with autism, and they travel the country to train teachers, service providers, and parents how to use the communication applications. The nationwide training typically takes place in cities and rural towns, where there is a need for education and a lack of services for the autism community. iTaalk has ‘giving cycles,’ in which families can apply for iPads ,and they are always accepting donations of used iPads and financial contributions.

The website has a searchable component for families looking for services for children with autism and funding options. For more information to give or to sign up for donations, visit www.itaalk.org.

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STEM Designs for Disabled Workers

The STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) Club at St. Ursula Academy placed in the top three at the FalconBest Blade Runner regional robotics competition at BGSU last November. The team of seven designed and built a robot vehicle that could transport a wind turbine past several logistical challenges. The girls designed and built the wind turbine, then created an exhibit for the vehicle and a marketing plan for their invention.

The high showing earned them a trip to the national competition in North Dakota in December.

Teacher/club advisor Jackie Kane explained, “I am unbelievably proud of how much they’ve learned in just six weeks. The competition demanded that they use lots of skills, from using screwdrivers to programming to marketing. The judges called our entry ‘small but mighty,’ and they were right!”

Kane described the competition in North Dakota as “stiff but exciting.”

The team gave a 20-minute marketing presentation about their created robot company, and ran a booth describing their work. The team did not win, but earned a spot in the playoffs. A video of the competition SUA Arrowbotics Team is available on YouTube (search by the organization’s name) .

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The team members have entered another competition, the SourceAmerica Design Challenge, a national engineering competition for high school and college students. Their assignment is to work with an organization that employs people with disabilities or with a person with a disability to invent a process, device, system, or software for a more productive work environment. In addition, they prepared a 10-page paper about their device and research they did in developing it, as well as a four-minute video showing how it works.

Team members designed what they call the Swivel ‘N’ Slide, a mobile articulating arm support device. They worked with Tony Carn, whose cerebral palsy kept him from typing at his data entry job. Their device made it possible for him to increase his typing rate by 32 percent.

They have entered their device in the competition, and if they are chosen among the top five finalists, they will compete in the final round of the competition in Washington, D.C., for cash prizes for the school and the team members.

SUA Dance Team Wins Grand Prize

Seven members of the St. Ursula Academy Dance Team used their best moves to win the Grand Prize in the Speedway Club Chill Video Contest this summer. The team will receive a check for $2,500, which coach Erin Parseghian said will be used to defray expenses for the team’s January trip to the UDA National High School Dance Team Championships in Orlando, FL. -CH

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Another Cavity?

Five tips to help your kids fight cavities

By Jennifer Hinders

Kohl’s Kids in Action

by Nancy M. Surella, B.S. Ed. Is your child receiving health education? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Ohio is one of only five states that doesn’t require health education in the schools. That’s where the Kohl’s Kids in Action (KKiA) program, through Mercy Children’s Hospital, comes in. Now in its ninth year offering free nutrition and health education to students in grades K-6, the KKiA program fills the gap by teaching four key messages recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics for obesity prevention. Children need to drink at least eight cups of water, get enough sleep, eat a variety of colorful fruits and vegetables and get at least 60 minutes of physical activity every day.

Funded by a grant from Kohl’s Cares through the sale of stuffed animals and story books, The KKiA program is available to any group that serves elementary age children in Lucas County. For more information call 419-251-1246 or visit kohlskidsinaction.org, where you’ll also find activity ideas and great recipes for kids.

Four-year-old Evan had another cavity; this was his tenth one in the past year, including the root canal last month. His mom, Amy, was frustrated. She had assumed that Evan’s teeth were just prone to decay because she’d had a lot of cavities when she was a kid, but he’d had so many in the past year that now she was worried.

Amy tried to give Evan and his little brother healthy foods and snacks, and once in a while the boys ate sweet treats, but not enough to cause so many cavities, she thought.

Dental cavities in children declined from the 1970s to the 1990s. Then, in the mid-90s, the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey found a reversal, with a significant rise in primary tooth decay in younger children.

Fighting your children’s cavities may be easier than you think. As Dr. Yolanda Weaver, DDS in Pediatric and Restorative Dentistry, said, “Parents can help their kids avoid cavities. It takes just a few simple changes to make a really big difference.”

Five tips that will help you fight your kids’ cavities:

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The best tip for parents is to get their kids in the habit of brushing twice a day.

Make it a regular part of their daily routine, so it’s not a chore. You can make it fun and reward their progress. When your kids are young, you should brush their teeth for them to be sure their teeth are cleaned properly. The best kind of toothbrush for your kids is the over-the-counter, rechargeable electric ones. They remove more plaque and tartar than regular toothbrushes, and many affordable choices are available. Remember to change the brush heads every few months, as the bristles will wear down with use.

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Floss removes a fair amount of plaque and tartar buildup. “There are a lot of reports out now that say flossing before you brush is best,” said Amanda Garcia, dental hygienist at Hires Dental Care in Toledo, “but flossing either before or after works, just get your kids flossing. Parents need to floss for their kids at first until they have the dexterity.”

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Limit sticky snacks and fruit juices. When Amy finally asked her dentist about fighting cavities,the advice surprised her. “My dentist told me to stop giving Evan sticky treats and limit his fruit juice. She said these two things are the biggest cause of decay in kids’ teeth. Garcia confirmed this, “We’re seeing a big increase in tooth decay among children primarily because they’re drinking a lot of fruit drinks. Kids aren’t drinking sodas like they used to, but now they drink Gatorade, vitamin waters, mineral waters and these are filled with sugar.

Also, teens are drinking sweet coffee drinks, which also can cause decay.”

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Joseph is a loveable child who enjoyed being cuddled. He has a sweet disposition and is pleasant. He responds well to musical toy and that of contrasting colors like black and yellow.

Joseph needs a forever family that can commit to his lifelong care.

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If your child takes a daily gummy vitamin, you may want to change to another type of vitamin. Gummy vitamins stick to teeth, and anything that sticks to the teeth can cause decay. One mom was shocked to hear that her five-year-old daughter’s gummy vitamins were probably the culprit behind her need for a root canal. Most kids’ vitamins come in gummy form because they’re easy to give to children, but there are alternatives on the market.

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Snacking on baked goods—such as cookies or cakes—in moderation is better than gummy snacks or fruit juices. These treats, although they contain sugar, don’t stick to teeth, and that’s the big difference when it comes to cavities.

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Wonderland Comes to Glass City The Toledo Ballet’s upcoming production of Alice in Wonderland

by Rima Butto

Children and parents alike are familiar with Alice in Wonderland, as it’s been made and remade again in various performing arts within the past century. So if someone wants to reinterpret the classic tale once more, a novel perspective is essential, especially if the production has no words.

Enter the creative mind of Michael Lang, artistic director and choreographer at the Toledo Ballet. The ten-year Broadway veteran is adding Alice in Wonderland to his lengthy list of original productions this spring. Despite lacking a purely ballet background, Lang is using his eclectic experience to his advantage and incorporating jazz, musical theatre, ballet, and contemporary dance styles in this modern production about losing childhood and the trials of growing up.

Freedom in Expression Though he claims it’s the most challenging show he’s done, Lang thinks he’s a good fit, and said Alice writer Lewis Carroll is “up my wackybrained alley.” The show will use shadow play and clever costume and set design to recreate the elements of Wonderland, such as the Rabbit Hole and Mad Tea Party. While portraying symbolism and fantastical imagery on the stage may be difficult, Lang relishes not being limited by reality. “It doesn’t have to make sense, and it’s actually better if it doesn’t. It gives you a lot of freedom,” he said.

For a piece that’s been done in lots of ways, Lang said the most unique thing to do is stick to the book, a practice that deviates from patterns set in movie adaptations. “I want people to feel like they’ve literally opened up the book and just watched the chapters dance from page to page,” he said. Going chapter by chapter, the scenes are set to music from the Romantic era, when the story was written.

Though he mostly remained true to the storyline, Lang admits to playing around with some scenes a bit to show off his dancers, many of whom are auditioning for professional companies. Two ballerinas will alternate playing the roles of Alice and the White Rabbit, Semira Warrick and McKenzie Beaverson, both students of the Toledo Ballet. Other characters are being played by talented volunteers with a passion for the art of dance. Lang is excited that after his eight years at the Ballet, it’s moving locations this month to double its space and offer more to the students, who he says are the biggest reward of his job.

Performer input Keeping the kids in mind, Lang collaborates with some of his advanced performers in a weekly Dance Lab to get their input on the productions he carefully creates. He’s aware that there’s a fine line between keeping a show artistic and getting cheesy, and while Alice lends itself to what he calls “musical theater comedy,” he uses pratfalls and Three Stooges-type humor (though beloved by children) sparingly. His main priority is storytelling, often choreographing scenes first, and adding music later, to focus on the narrative.

Lang believes that the story of Alice in Wonderland appeals to all: kids love its playfulness ,while adults can let their inner-child re-ignite.

For those who weren’t fans of the original novel, he hopes seeing the ballet will give the audience an appreciation for the book. “I think seeing it come to life in front of your eyes will be a different experience,” Lang said. “It’s another way for people to connect with stuff, and I like that idea.” Prepare for a little bit of whimsy and a lot of imagination.

The familiar story of the Mad Hatter (Phillipe Taylor) and White Rabbit (McKenzie Beaverson) will come to life March 28 & 29.

7:30pm, Saturday, March 28 & 2pm Sunday, March 29.

Valentine Theatre, 410 Adams St. Tickets at valentinetheatre.com or the box office, 419-242-2787.

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Director Michael Lang admits to playing around with some scenes a bit to show off his dancers

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3421 Talmadge Rd. 419-537-1122 www.sylvaniachildren.com

Educational philosophy: Their major goal is to educate the whole child, “head, heart, and hands,” in a nurturing, homelike environment. The focus is on developing children’s self-confidence and positive feelings toward learning. The Center is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children and is rated “5 Star” by Step up to Quality in the State of Ohio.

Tours and open houses available: Call to schedule.

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Perrysburg Holland 11090 Avenue Rd. 1640 Timberwolf Dr. 419-874-8203 419-861-1060 www.childrensdiscoverycenters.com

Educational philosophy: Children’s Discovery Center provides the opportunity for your child to discover the world in his or her unique way. With programs based on the worldrenowned Reggio Emilia’s approach to learning, your child’s unique interests and abilities are nurtured and developed.

The single most important element of the Reggio Emilia approach is the image of the child as strong, powerful and capable.

Tours and open houses available: Call to schedule Caregiver or teacher/student ratio? Varies by age group Hours of operation: Varies by location Daily activities: Morning Meeting, Project Work, Learning Centers, Group Games, Story Time, Gross Motor Outside & Discovery Room

Separated by two campuses yet integrated by faith, and challenged by teaching excellence at every grade level, our student body is a community growing strong in mind and spirit.

We are St. Joseph School Sylvania.

Nap times: 1-3pm Meals and snacks provided? Yes Potty training required? No

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Sylvania First Preschool

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Toledo Christian Schools 2303 Brookford Dr. 419-389-8700 www.toledochristian.com

Mon -Fri 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Pick your days!

Christian based curriculum Extended day available!

419-885-4249 www.sylvaniafirst.org

Educational philosophy: Prepare students for a rigorous phonicsbased Kindergarten by being “reading ready” and academically mature Tours and open houses available: Available upon request, Open Houses once per semester.

Teacher/student ratio: Preschool is 1:12, Pre-Kindergarten is 1:14.

Hours of operation: 8:15am-3pm, with before and after care options available

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Daily activities: Lessons and activities focus on Phonics, Math, Literature & Poetry, Prayer & Devotions Nap times: Noon-1:45pm Meals and snacks provided? Snacks are provided, lunches are to be packed, with cafeteria lunch available for purchase

Potty training required? Yes, students must be able to use the restroom with complete independence

Trinity Lutheran School 4560 Glendale Ave. 419-385-2301 www.trinityvikings.org

Educational philosophy: They provide a learning environment that promotes growth in the Christian life through structured age-appropriate curriculum by licensed Early Childhood Educators.

Tours and open houses available: Call to set up a tour.

Caregiver or teacher/student ratio: 1:12 for 3 year olds; 1:14 for 4 year olds

Hours of operation: 3-year-olds Tuesday and Thursday, 4-yearolds Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, Morning or Afternoon Session, Extended Care 6:30am-6pm Monday-Friday.

Daily activities: Handwriting Without Tears and McGraw Hill My Math Curriculum Nap times: After lunch for preschoolers in extended care

PRESCH00L Helping Three and Four year olds to grow in a stimulating and caring environment

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Come explore while enjoying food, fun and a Passport to Adventure.

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Maumee Valley Country Day School

Penta Early Learning Center

1715 S. Reynolds Rd. 419-381-1313 www.mvcds.org

9301 Buck Rd., Perrysburg 419- 661-6369 www.pentacareercenter.org

Educational philosophy: They believe that young children are competent, intellectual beings, fully capable of understanding the world around them. Our curriculum is child-driven so that students can make deeper, more meaningful connections to their learning.

Tours and open houses available: Drop in tours Tuesdays at 1pm and Fridays at 9am. Open Houses held twiceper year, November and January. Private tours daily, and appointments are available

Educational philosophy: They believe children should be encouraged to express themselves through activities that center around their interests. Through hands-on investigations, children explore the world around them and form trusting, caring relationships that will prepare them for future success in the world.

Tours and open houses available: Call to schedule Hours of operation: 9-11am Monday – Thursday 3-4 year

Caregiver or teacher/student ratio? Preschool

olds, 12:30-2:30pm Monday – Thursday 4-5 year olds

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Hours of operation: 7:30am-6pm, M-F Daily activities: Children experience the curriculum

PM Session 1:14 (Both the AM and PM sessions have three to five student workers along with the lead teacher)

through indoor and outdoor explorations, as well as in music, art, physical education, and Spanish language.

Daily activities: Emphasis on socialization, communication

following lunch and Pre-kindergarten children rest in the afternoon following lunch and specials.

skills, lengthening attention spans, and following routines and schedules, English language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies. Also Introduction to basic letter recognition, literacy skills, and beginning math and science concepts.

Meals and snacks provided: Can send a

Nap times: No.

lunch to school or order a lunch from the cafeteria. Morning snack is sent from home and afternoon snack is provided by the school.

Meals and snacks provided?

Potty training required? No

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Nap times: Full-day preschool children rest in the afternoon

A healthy snack is provided

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A non-branded, community service event hosted by Emmanuel Christian School will provide parents of 4- and 5-year-olds with information meant to determine if their child is ready and prepared to start school. From their experience, students who aren’t quite ready have a much harder time adjusting and excelling in the classroom, which can follow them throughout their school years. Taking time with a young child to make sure they feel confident when they start kindergarten is critically important to the student’s success in their first year and will create a foundational attitude toward school and learning as a result.

6:30pm, Monday, March 2 bethlawson@ecstoledo.org.

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West Side Montessori Perrysburg Campus Toledo Campus 13 Months – Kindergarten 13 Months – 8th Grade 13587 Roachton Rd. 7115 W. Bancroft St. 419-874-9385 419-866-1931 www.montessoritoledo.org

Educational philosophy: Adheres to philosophy and methods developed by Dr. Maria Montessori, they believe that each child is unique and capable. The foundation to their success is the belief that nurturing the whole child includes challenging the intellect and community of the child, parent, and educator.

Tours and open houses available: Weekdays by appointment Caregiver or teacher/student ratio: Preschool program 1:12, Toddler program 1:5 or 1:7

Hours of operation: 7am–6pm Daily activities: Spanish, music, cultural explorations, grace and courtesy, independence, math, science and language work

Nap times: After lunch if chosen Meals and snacks provided? Snacks are provided, students bring their own lunches

Potty training required? Encouraged after age three

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La Petite Academy 2935 East Rocket Dr. 419-530-1070 www.lapetite.com

Educational philosophy: At La Petite Academy in Toledo, their Journey™ Curriculum emphasizes language and literacy, cognitive development, social-emotional skills, physical activity and creativity. Children who attend the school engage in exciting learning activities specifically designed to meet their developmental needs, and to help them advance to the next level of learning, through Kindergarten and beyond.

Tours and open houses available: Parents can tour the school any time during hours of operation. Call 877-217-9530 to schedule a tour Caregiver or teacher/student ratio: Infants 1:5, Toddlers 1:7, Early preschool 1:8, Preschool 1:12, Pre-Kindergarten 1:14 Hours of operation: 7am-6pm

Monday - Friday YOUNG FIVES PROGRAM • 12:15-2:45pm Monday Wednesday Thursday Classes • 4-5 years 9-11:30am or 12:15-2:45pm Tuesday Friday Classes • 3-4 years 9-11:30am or 12:15-2:45pm

Daily activities: Focus on literacy, mathematics and science in child-directed activities. Also creativity and art centers, construction & design centers, dramatic play Nap times: 12:45pm-2:45pm Meals and snacks provided?

Breakfast, lunch and snack provided

Potty training required? No

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Maria Early Learning Center: Sisters of Notre Dame 4651 Monroe St. 419-471-0170 www.mariaelc.org

Educational philosophy: The primary focus of MELC’s service is each child. They nurture all domains of a child’s development, most importantly the child’s spiritual growth, in a developmentally appropriate environment.

Tours and open houses available: The director arranges tours 9-11am and after 3pm Monday through Thursdays, call for appointment Caregiver or teacher/student ratio: By class: PreK- 1:13, 3 years Preschool- 1:11, Toddler- 1:7, Infants 12-18 months- 1:4, Infants under 12 months- 1:4 Hours of operation: 6:30am-6pm, Monday-Friday Daily activities: Children engage in free play, group activities, and enjoy gross motor and outside play daily.

Creative music classes are offered twice each week.”

Nap times: Each afternoon, approximately 12:30-2:30pm Meals and snacks provided?

Brainy breakfast is offered – the Chef offers something hot (e.g. cream of wheat, mini quiche) and they always have fruit and milk. Lunch and snacks are offered too.

Potty training required? Recommended for children enrolling in the three-year-old class

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Gateway School

Developing a Mathematical Mind

4650 W. Bancroft St. 419-536-6503 www.gatewaypre-k.com

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Educational philosophy: Early childhood should be a time of fun, warmth, security, exploration, and discovery. The program is structured around a variety of experiences which suggest active participation from the child, and is designed to facilitate a young child’s education through a learning center approach.

Tours and open houses available: Call in advance to arrange a time and day to see the school in operation

Caregiver or teacher/student ratio: 1:8 Hours of operation: AM session: 8:30-11:30am, with early drop-off as early as 7:30am. PM session: 12:30 3:30pm, with late pick-up 4:30

Daily activities: Social and Emotional Development, Physical Development, Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies Nap times: No Meals and snacks provided? Provides a nutritious snack during each session (AM and PM).

Potty training required? Licensed for students ages 2 ½ years through 6 years who are potty trained

icture a 3-year old who proudly counts to 20 but hasn’t a clue that numbers represent quantity. Now picture a 3-year old who is helping to prepare dinner by counting each potato as it is peeled and then counts them again as each one is put in the pot. We need 6 potatoes. How many do we have? Counting objects by touching them establishes the relationship between number and quantity. Research confirms that human brains develop more fully with hands-on experience.

Children demonstrate their mathematical minds from birth, sorting and categorizing, what is me, what is not, who is mother, who is other, what is safe, what is unsafe.

Through their toddler years as their vocabulary and dexterity develop, they learn to count their fingers and toes, a parent’s way to introduce the decimal system.

What other ways can parents enhance the development of a young child’s mathematical mind? Practice the language of comparison. After all, math is really that simple. It’s not mysterious or scary. Make it a game.

This is a little truck. This is a big truck. Give me the big truck.

Eventually extend to big, bigger, biggest.

Little Mouse Preschool 7041 Sylvania Ave., Sylvania 419-882-2150 www.thelittlemousepreschool.com

Educational philosophy: Education, socialization & play-based learning

Tours and open houses available: Tours are by appointment and offered year-round. Two open houses are available in January and during the summer.

Caregiver or teacher/student ratio: Three-year-old room

Ambitious five-year olds love big numbers and want to count to 1 million. They are fascinated by the idea that numbers never end.

Capture that enthusiasm by supporting their growing mathematical minds, “To infinity and beyond!”

is 1:12; 4-5 year old room is 1:14 with a teaching aide to help in both classrooms.

WEST SIDE MONTESSORI MARCH EVENTS Montessori Parenting Classes held at

Lullaby Lane Baby Boutique

PUT THEM TO WORK! Saturday, March 7 10-11:30 am

Hours of operation: 7:30am-6pm Daily activities: Preschool classes include art, read-

Discover meaningful work that will engage and inspire your toddler at home.

ing, math, etc., guest teachers, music and library. Afternoon Preschool and enrichment classes are offered as well as a summer camp for six weeks during summer.

TODDLER CONUNDRUMS Saturday, March 14 10-11:30 am

Nap times: Daily from 12:45pm-2pm Meals and snacks provided?

Understanding your child's behavior is key to minimizing the stress of tantrums and maximizing your child's happiness.

Snacks, milk and juice provided. Packed lunch from home required.

Potty training required? Yes. One more page

Lynn Fisher

Founder and Head of School West Side Montessori lfisher@wsmctoledo.org

TOLEDO CAMPUS

7115 W. Bancroft St., Toledo 43615

PERRYSBURG CAMPUS

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13587 Roachton Rd., Perrysburg, OH 43551

R-E-S-P-E-C-T Saturday, March 21 10-11:30 am

It’s never too early to teach your toddler respect, grace, and courtesy!

UN-CHILDPROOF YOUR HOME Saturday, March 28 10-11:30 am Learn some simple tips to honor your child with the gift of independence.

COST: $15 PER CLASS

Register online at http://www.montessoritoledo.org/?module= Page&sID=activities

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WSOS Child Development Center Multiple locations in Lucas, Wood, Seneca, Sandusky and Ottawa counties Head Start, 1-800-775-9767 Lucas County Centers, 419-729-8035 www.wsos.org

Educational philosophy: The goal of Head Start is to prepare children for kindergarten in a safe, nurturing, engaging, enjoyable and secure learning environment in order to help them gain the awareness, skills and confidence necessary to succeed in their present environment and deal with later responsibilities in school and in life.

Tours and open houses available: Tours are available anytime during program operations. Open Houses are typically held once per year at the beginning of each school year.

Caregiver or teacher/student ratio? 2:17 Hours of operation: 8:30am-4pm Daily activities: Greeting, work time (includes language, literacy, math, science, social experiences, large and fine motor experiences), class meetings (including songs, book reading etc.) lunch, tooth brushing, outside/indoor gross motor and snack

Nap times: Children in part-day programs do not nap. Children enrolled in child care centers typically nap after lunch.

Meals and snacks provided? Yes Potty training required? No

Kidz Watch

567-455-0434 info@kidzwatch.net 2 locations to serve you 3150 Bostwick, Perrysburg 6801 West Central, Toledo

Educational philosophy: We use the Creative Curriculum in our centers and believe that children learn through play and interaction with the world around them. We incorporate what children are most interested in into our programming.

Tours and open houses are available: Tours are available anytime by appointment. Call for an appointment or email.

Caregiver or teacher/student ratio? 1:12 Hours of operation: Perrysburg: 6am to 10pm Mon to thurs.

6 am to midnight fri and sat.

Sylvania: 5:30am to 11 pm Sun to thurs.

5:30am to midnight fri and sat.

Daily activities: Daily activities include stories, arts and crafts, gross motor, imaginary play.

Nap times: Nap time is from 12pm to 2pm daily.children enrolled in child care centers typically nap after lunch.

Meals and snacks provided? Breakfast and snacks are provided by Kidz Watch. Parents pack or purchase other meals.

Potty training required? Potty training not required.

We will work with your child!

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The Battle of Homework A father learns about homework and battle lines

by Matthew Reger Homework! It creates terror for me as my child brings it home every night. It’s a battle that parents fight together and, in our case, sometimes add to the trauma with our own kind of drama.

The homework battle begins when school ends and our daughter comes home. My wife recognizes that our daughter needs some down time to play, so she gives her that. My wife will try to have her do homework after some playtime, and it works in some cases. But many times it doesn’t, and that means the battle is deferred to me when I come home.

When I enter the door, a happy young girl greets me, but she can quickly turn to a defiant child when I ask: “Is your homework done?”

“I’m going to get to it later,” she responds.

“Elizabeth, you need to do your homework,” I reply in a kind but assertive manner.

“I don’t want to right now. I’ll do it later.”

“No, you need to do it now. It is getting late.”

“Just a minute.”

“Minute’s up.”

“Oh, you are so mean!”

I have gone from a loved parent to a “meany” within seconds. She trudges over to the dining room table, sits down and starts to work.

Most times, she doesn’t need our help, but sometimes she wants assistance with math. Usually we can offer help and get the work done, but a recent math problem temporarily altered the battle lines and caused me great distress.

Frustrated with a subtraction problem, Elizabeth turned to her mom for help. My wife helped her by applying a different borrowing system. Unfortunately I was watching, and–even worse– decided to comment.

“How in the world did you do that?

That is just weird!” When the words came out of my mouth, I knew I was wrong.

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My daughter threw salt on the wound within moments: “Mom you don’t know how to do this, I don’t want your help.”

Oh no, what did I do. Why did I do that? I.. I.. Oh, I don’t know.

My wife glared at me. I knew what she was thinking, but I still verbalized “What?!” and held my hands up in the “what did I do” gesture.

“You know, you can’t say things like that,” she said, in the voice that puts me into crisis management mode.

“I’m sorry, I’ve just never seen a problem solved that way before.” For some reason, I felt a need to defend myself.

“It’s different, not wrong. I received the right answer.”

“Yea, but how? I don’t see the logic.”

Was I trying to help or did I really want this to develop into a fight? I got more glaring.

It was at this point that I stepped back and tried to change the battle lines back to normal: “Okay Elizabeth, show us how you were taught to do this.” This move turned the situation around, but my wife was still upset with me.

After finishing Elizabeth’s homework, my wife showed me her approach. I understood, but still thought it was strange (I luckily did not verbalize this thought again).

We have gotten past that event, and Elizabeth still asks her mom for help. I also learned a valuable lesson: In the battle over homework, never question your only ally.

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Mariam Saleh and Tiffany Adamski give a “beauty reality check�

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Author Leo Tolstoy once wrote, “Happiness does not depend on outward things, but on the way we see them.� Teacher Mariam Saleh at Central Academy is teaching her students just that. The fourth grade teacher has been reshaping the way her female students see themselves, their peers, and women through a new program she started with administrator Tiffany Adamski's support last year, "The Beauty Reality Check."

As an educator with 10 years of experience, Mariam is a teacher that reaches beyond the curriculum. Over the years, she has observed that the girls in her school have become increasingly fixated on their physical appearance. Often, the girls desire to adapt to mainstream ideals of beauty that are exemplified through popular media.

Natural beauty is best

She recognizes that the unattainable beauty portrayed in the media is highly one-dimensional and purely aesthetic.

Furthermore, it erases many natural features. The array of beauty accessories, from hair extensions to self-tanners, artificial nails, and high heels are among the many feigned attributes that women rely on to make themselves appear ‘beautiful.’ Through the program, "Beauty Reality Check,� they spend two hours discussing and then showing their students that even the ‘beautiful’ people of the world are hiding behind a mask of makeup, artifice, and photo editing. The program starts with the girls filling out a quiz examining how they each felt about themselves and their appearance. Many of the

quizzes returned are unenthusiastic, as expected.

For the big reveal in this session, Tiffany entered the room in a dress, fake hair, full makeup, and heels. The girls all agreed, “she looks beautiful!� Tiffany then proceeded to remove everything that didn’t belong to her (fake hair, makeup and all). Mariam asked the girls, "Does Tiffany still look beautiful?" The girls agreed that yes, she did.

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The teachers communicated the importance of seeing oneself separate from the mold that the media designs for women. The message is to appreciate yourself,

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Children in Pre-K through 8th grade who register as individuals will be required to use the blue/gray reversible Sylvania Soccer Academy uniforms (available at Tam-O-Shanter). All players must wear shin guards, tennis shoes or soccer cleats.

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She continues to add on more activities and programs, like a non-exclusive cheerleading squad for the girls, and she is so grateful for the support at Central Academy from principal Mrs. Patti Irons and administrator Tiffany Adamski.

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your peers, and to have aspirations that transcend image and beauty. Overall, the lesson has positively impacted the girls, and their self-image has been uplifted.

"Beauty Reality Check� is something that Mariam plans to continue through the years to aid growing girls in becoming proud women.

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To Hot Pot . . . Or Not!

Options are endless at popular Asian restaurant

I enjoy a good adventure now and then. And I always love a great culinary adventure. But on a recent night out, I am disappointed to say, I was everything but adventurous. However, I vowed to myself and the kids that we will return to Hot Pot and Asian Grill, and we will broaden our horizons and experience the hot pot way of cooking, which dates back over 1,000 years.

Authentic Asian dining pleases palates My children and I have always enjoyed various Asian foods, and have been curious for months about the Hot Pot and Asian Grill restaurant was all about; we have passed it at the corner of Sylvania and Talmadge near the mall countless times since its opening just over a year ago.

We stepped through the doors one recent Saturday night to find almost every table of the small restaurant filled.

Soon after we sat down, it was standing room only.

We looked around, and saw most everyone doing something with chopsticks, big pots in the middle of their tables, and well, I felt like a fish out of water. I must have been exhausted after a long week, because although I was starving, I opened the large menu and was utterly overwhelmed. Our waitress was helpful and explained to us what the Hot Pot and Asian Grill was all about.

The manager, Liu Jie, summed up hot pot cooking in simple terms: “It’s similar to soup, or kind of like fondue.” Each table is equipped with induction cookers at

by Karen L. Zickes

each seat and some tables sport grills in the middle of the table, allowing hot pot cooking to be experienced by an individual, or communal, as a group . You select your broth, and then any type of meat or vegetable you can imagine. You cook one piece at a time in the broth, or as some prefer, put several in at once. Many choose to eat the individual food items dipped in a special sauce of their choice. When you are done, Jie explained that many families take the broth home and have it as soup for another meal. As always, time is a factor; according to Jie, it takes a minimum of 30 minutes for a full hot pot meal.

Traditional dining for the less adventurous Hot Pot’s owner, Xudong Wang, came to the States about three years ago. Though this is the only restaurant I’m aware of in Toledo to offer the hot pot dining option, the kids and I chose to forego the hot pot or grill and order entrees off the menu. There is no kids’ menu and no non-Asian food offerings that you might find at other restaurants to appease the little ones, but thankfully my boys agreed to share the chicken fried noodles with carrots and white and green onion for $7.50. It was very good; as was my daughter’s egg fried rice with carrots and onion for $6.50.

There is also a section of “sizzling plates,” and I selected the beef with homemade sauce, veggies, and white rice for $10.50. We all love dumplings, so we began our meal with meat and veggie dumplings. Probably the most adventurous we became that evening was sampling

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the green tea ice cream. Most of us were not fans, but my oldest son gobbled it up, much to my surprise. Jie said, “If a customer comes here, I want them to have a happy experience with us.” And yes, my children and I learned something new, and enjoyed a wonderful meal knowing that one day we’ll return and experience true hot pot dining. It just wasn’t in the cards for us that evening, and I was relieved that once there, we had options to suit our mood and needs at the time.

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

Bottom Line: Despite not offer-

ing a kids’ menu, Hot Pot and Asian Grill certainly offers a variety if you and your children enjoy Asian cooking. For the adventurous and children who can tolerate sitting for a bit, the barbeque grills or hot pots may make for a wonderful dining experience.

However, the large selection of entrees prepared by the chef might just suit you and your family a bit better.

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For more information: www.uutoledo.org or call (419) 381-6999 Weekdays, 9AM-2PM

March 2015 1 SUNDAY Animal Books for Best in Show - Create your own pet-themed picture book after viewing the Mazza Collection, Best in Show: Animal Illustrations in Galley 18. For ages 10 and younger with an adult. Noon-5pm March 1, 10am-3pm March 3-7, 3:30-8pm March 6. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free

2 MONDAY Kindergarten Readiness Seminar - Receive valuable information that will help you and your student prepare for kindergarten. Emmanuel Christian School, 4607 Laskey Rd. 419-885-3558. bethlawson@ecstoledo.org Free

5 THURSDAY Rise Above the Mark - This 2014 film shines a light on the current state of public education by documenting the effects that high-stakes standardized testing has on children. 7-9pm. Sylvania Southview High School, 7225 Sylvania Ave., Sylvania. facebook.com/NWOFPE

6 FRIDAY Back to the Moon for Good - This program is an informative, fast-paced look at mankind’s exploration of the moon in the past, the present, and the future. Fridays through March. 7:30pm. $7/adults, $5/ children, seniors, and UT community, free/ ages 4 and under. University of Toledo: Ritter Planetarium, 2855 W. Bancroft St. 419-530-2650. utoledo.edu Family Movie Night - Enjoy a screening of one of the most popular movies of the year, Big Hero 6. 7pm. The former Maumee 18 Theater, 1360 Conant St., Maumee. 419-893-2171. Free Monster Jam - The 2015 touring season brings Monster Jam excitement with colorful monster trucks on a custom-designed track full of obstacles. 7pm March 6 & 7, 2pm March 7 & 8. $16-$50 (+service fee).

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

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Pack your bags Saturday, 3.7 / Ritter Planetarium

Set off on an adventure through space with Big Bird, Elmo and their new friend, Hu Hu Zhu, a Muppet from China.

During the imaginative, full-dome planetarium show, One World, One Sky, Big Bird’s Adventure, the new friends depart Sesame Street on a trip abroad to the Moon through the night sky. The program will explain how special Earth is while teaching the connection between different nations under the vast and starry sky. Saturdays through March. 1pm. $7/adults, $5/children, seniors, UT community and free/under age 4. University of Toledo: Ritter Planetarium, 2855 W. Bancroft St. 419-530-2650. utoledo.edu —MLR to the show at 12:30pm for an additional charge. 2pm. GA: $14/adult, $10/children; With meatball picnic: $15/adult, $15/child. Valentine Theatre, 410 Adams St. 419-242-3490. valentinetheatre.com

8 SUNDAY Acoustics for Autism - The 8th annual Acoustics for Autism will include four stages of music, a silent auction, raffles and the ever famous Vault. Visit website for a schedule of events. Noon. The Village Idiot, 309 Conant St., Maumee. acousticsforautism.com Free Greater Toledo Train and Toy Show - There is fun for the whole family at the Greater Toledo Toy and Train show.

There will be free rides on Thomas Riding Railroad for children 4 and under. 11am3pm. $6/GA, $8/early bird, free/ages 12 and under. Owens Community College, 30335 Oregon Rd., Perrysburg. toymasters.org I Spy, Mansion Style - Search for objects hidden in plain sight throughout the 32,000 square foot Manor House.

1-3pm. Wildwood Preserve: Manor House, 5100 W. Central Ave. 419-407-9700. metroparkstoledo.com Free

10 TUESDAY Little Scientists Week - The littlest scientists can explore fun, age-appropriate science activities. For kindergarden age and younger. Through March 15. 10am-5pm Tuesday-Saturday, noon-5pm Sunday, closed on Mondays. $10/adults, $8/ ages 3-12, $9/seniors (ages 65+), free/ ages 2 and under. Imagination Station, 1 Discovery Way. 419-244-2674. imaginationstationtoledo.org

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Sandy Hook Parents and Northwest Ohio: Coming Together to Reduce Violence in Schools - This panel will include Toledo Public Schools superintendent Dr. Romules Durant, a student representative; psychiatrist Dr. Nancy Carroll, school safety specialist Lt. Scott Lowry, and parents who have lost a son at Sandy Hook. Moderated by Melissa Voetsch of 13abc TV. 7-8:30pm.

Franciscan Center of Lourdes University, 6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania. 419-8741333. sylvaniafranciscanvillage.org Pencils, Pens and Paint - Join a class on fundamentals of drawing and painting, or basic art elements of composition, texture, color, line, and value. Ages 8-12.

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Saturday April 18th (1pm-3pm)

That’s How We Roll SuperFamily Day Providing a free sensory friendly bowling experience to the first 20 families in our special needs community Registration required by Friday, April 10th

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11 WEDNESDAY Live Greener Lives - Play “Energy Jeopardy,” recycling relays, and other interactive learning games, sponsored by the UT Stranahan Arboretum. For ages 5-12 years old. 4-5pm. Kent Branch Library, 3101 Collingwood Blvd. 419-259-5340. toledolibrary.org Free

13 FRIDAY 48 Hour Young Playwright’s Festival - Toledo-area students in grades K-12 will represent their schools. On March 15, teams and fans present original 10-minute plays. Registration required.

Sponsored by The Children’s Theatre Workshop of Toledo. $45/member, $60/ non-member. Collingwood Arts Center, 2413 Collingwood Blvd. aate.site-ym.com

14 SATURDAY Teddy Bear Care Fair - Bring your favorite stuffed animal to the Zoo for a checkup and enjoy activities in Nature’s Neighborhood and the Museum of Science. Performance by The Wanna Bees at 1pm in the Museum’s Indoor Theatre.

10:30am. 17/adults, $14/under age 12 & seniors, free/under age 2 ($2 off for Lucas County residents. There is a 50% off winter coupon available online). Toledo Zoo Indoor Theatre, 2 Hippo Way. 419385-4040. toledozoo.org

28 SATURDAY The Toledo Ballet Presents: Alice in Wonderland - Enjoy the fantastic performance of Alice in Wonderland. Also on March 29. 7:30pm March 28, 2pm March 29. $15/$25/$35. Valentine Theatre, 410 Adams St. 419-471-0049. toledoballet.org EGGstreme Science - Spring into the science of eggs. Tuesday-Sunday through April 12. 10am-5pm Tuesday-Saturday, noon-5pm Sunday. $10/adults, $8/ ages 3-12, $9/seniors (ages 65+), free/ ages 2 and under. Imagination Station, 1 Discovery Way. 419-244-2674. imaginationstationtoledo.org 10th Annual Kids in the Kitchen - Join Junior League of Toledo for this family event featuring local vendors, hands-on cooking classes and exercise demonstrations for a healthy lifestyle.

10am-2pm. St. John’s Jesuit High School, 5901 Airport Hwy. 419-474-6262. juniorleaguetoledo.org Free

29 SUNDAY Baby Basics - Parents will learn how to care for baby during the first 6 months of infancy. 1pm. Lullaby Lane, 3100 Main St., Maumee. 419-878-0127. lullabylane.com Free

St. Paw-trick’s Day - Children will make treats and play animal-themed games as they discover which pets originated from Ireland. For ages 7-12. 11am-1pm. $20.

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24 TUESDAY Cultural Fair - The fair will feature a variety of fun activities and food that explore the excitement of different cultures.

6-7:30pm. Trinity Lutheran School, 4560 Glendale Ave. 419-385-2301. Free

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Tuesdays

Babytime, Young children will learn early literacy skills through stories, rhymes and music. For babies up to one year old with an adult. 10-10:45am.

Sylvania Library Meeting Room, 6749 Monroe St., Sylvania.

419-882-2089. toledolibrary.org Free

Thursdays

Mothers’ Center of Greater Toledo Meeting, Working and stay-at-home moms can meet for this special weekly moms group with family activities and discussion topics. Reliable childcare provided. 9:45-11:15am. McCord Rd. Christian Church, 4765 N. McCord Rd., Sylvania. motherscenter.net Free

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