Toledo Area Parent - May 2018

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Toledo’s Award-Winning Parent Newspaper Volume 26 • Issue 5 May 2018

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commentary

exceptional families 8 Family Voices of Ohio

Mother’s Day Brunch

Focusing the health care conversation

Start the day right.

by Morgan Kovacs

— by Kate Ingersoll

parent profile 24

[Always online] Voting ends on May 10.

Democracy in Action

Heather Meyer and Melissa Gregory — by Erin Marsh

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Rick’s City Diner

Not your average diner — by Karen L. Zickes

Family Favorites most read online 1. 33rd annual Afro Ball

25 YEARS AND COUNTING

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Adaline, 20mo., Toledo Her favorite book is I love you through and through. Her favorite food is any fruit and bell peppers!

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The Results ISSUE DATE JULY 1ST RESERVE BY JUNE 15TH

2. Serving Teens with Autism

Social living at Bittersweet Farms

Free Little Libraries

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What’s included? SockSync organizer, Hanes Cool Comfort socks, Note To Self positive affirmation socks, AeroPress coffee and espresso maker, Teaspressa all-natural, organic tea, Mill Creeks Biotene H-24 shampoo and conditioner, Energy Dots to combat harmful energy emitted by cell phones, laptops, tablets and WiFi, and a book from the the Nicola Berry series from bestselling author Liane Moriarty.

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Adams Street Publishing Co. What hobby would you get into if money and time weren’t an issue?

Publisher/Editor in Chief

Collette Jacobs (cjacobs@toledoparent.com) TRAVEL WRITING.

Co-publisher/Chief Financial Officer

KIDS HOROSCOPE March 21April 19

By Kimmie Rose Your lovable little Taurus is sensitive regarding emotions, the environment and with the way things feel on their skin.

Taurus rules the five senses, so when they are hungry, tired, or ready to play... they will let you know. This month, your kid will look for extra nurturing as feelings of insecurity arise in them.

Give them a little extra TLC this month so they can lift that veil of confusion hanging over them.

Keep a soft blanket around so they can fall into a cozy nap or create a safe place by draping it over a table to make a tent to hide in, or cuddle with them. Let them know you need their nice warm, lovable, presence to calm you! If you are cold your child always produces warm energy from their body so it’s a win, win. This month, snuggle time and quiet time will benefit your little bull!

Mark I. Jacobs (mjacobs@toledoparent.com) I WOULD GET INTO PUBLISHING.

Editorial

Assignment Editor Kimberly Feldkamp

(toledoparenteditor@adamsstreetpublishing.com) TRAVELING. Associate Editor Athena Cocoves (athena@adamsstreetpublishing.com) WRITING.... OH WAIT. Calendar Courtney Probert (cprobert@adamsstreetpublishing.com) RESCUING ANIMALS IN NEED. Contributing Writers Lauren Cormier, Randi Petrello, Erin Marsh, Morgan Kovacs, Karen L. Zickes, Kate Ingersoll, and Kimmie Rose.

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Production Manager Imani Lateef (imani@adamsstreetpublishing.com) DONKEY TAIL PULLING. Senior Designer Leah Foley (leah@adamsstreetpublishing.com) FLIPPING HOUSES. Graphic Design Anita Tipton (atipton@adamsstreetpublishing.com) SAILING. Kelli Miller (kmiller@adamsstreetpublishing.com) MORE ART AND WORLD TRAVEL. Norwin Lopez (nlopez@adamsstreetpublishing.com) TRAVELING.

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Sales Coordinator Jenny Leach (sales@adamsstreetpublishing.com) GLASSBLOWING & PHOTOGRAPHY. Classifieds Catherine Bohr (classifieds@adamsstreetpublishing.com) ALL THE WORKOUT CLASSES THAT ARE OUTRAGEOUSLY EXPENSIVE TO DO REGULARLY. Sales Amy Ressler Rough (arough@adamsstreetpublishing.com) DRIFTING CARS. Bonnie Hunter (bhunter@adamsstreetpublishing.com) DRAWING. Kathleen Dewar (kdewar@adamsstreetpublishing.com) MAKING SEA GLASS JEWLERY. Suzanne Bell (sbell@adamsstreetpublishing.com) WRITING A BOOK— A SERIES LIKE PART 1, 2, & 3— TRUE LIFE STORY. Brittany Stahl (bstahl@adamsstreetpublishing.com) MASSAGES, TRAVELING, SWIMMING WITH DOLPHINS.

Administration

Accounting Robin Armstrong (rarmstrong@toledoparent.com) FLYING AIRPLANES. Distribution Leslie Kransnewski (distribution@adamsstreetpublishing.com) SKYDIVING.

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Digital

Tech Manager Saul Jacobs (saul@adamsstreetpublishing.com) POOLSIDE LOUNGING. Web Guru Deanna Woods (digitalmedia@adamsstreetpublishing.com) EXTREME COUPONING (IT’S A TIME THING) AND A MASSIVE INDOOR GARDEN.

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For advertising and general information, call 419-244-9859 or fax 419-244-9871. E-mail ads to adsin@adamsstreetpublishing.com. Deadline for advertising copy 2 p.m. Friday before publication. Toledo Area Parent subscriptions are available by mail for $30 per year at Adams Street Publishing, 1120 Adams St., Toledo, Ohio 43604. One copy free per person per week; extra copies $1 each. Persons taking copies for any reason other than personal use are subject to prosecution.

Letters to the editor must be limited to 300 words, are subject to editing, and should include the writer’s full name and phone number. Any letter submitted to the editor or publisher may be printed at the publisher’s discretion in issues subsequent to its receipt. Entire contents © 2018 by Adams Street Publishing Co. All rights reserved. Reproduction in any form is prohibited without written permission of the publisher.

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Rylei Young, of the Ardan Academy of Irish Dance’s Toledo studio, competed in Glasgow at the World Irish Dancing competition.

RAISING PEACEFUL CHILDREN “Let It Begin with Me” “Let There Be Peace on Earth” is a song written by Jill JacksonMiller and Sy Miller in 1955 for a children’s choir. Today, children and adults world-wide embrace and perform the song in many contexts. Its message is universal; each individual has the power to create peace and harmony within him or herself.

Modeling peaceful behavior for children, listening deeply, discussing fairly, demonstrating empathy are possible when parents are able to step outside their own fears and prejudices and put themselves in the other’s shoes. It is the only effective way to teach peace. Children know instinctively when parents’ directives to “be nice” are not in sync with argumentative, closed-minded behavior observed in the adults around them.

Instead, they internalize conflict as the way to approach life.

Toledo Campus 7115 W. Bancroft St. Toledo, OH 43615

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When parents openly discuss age-appropriate issues and options they respect their children’s intelligence and encourage their thoughtful behavior. And, equally important, when parents admit their mistakes to children it demonstrates that we all fail at perfection although we strive to be good people.

In the end, emerging young adults choose to accept or reject their parents’ values and beliefs. The most powerful tool parents can give their children in today’s confrontational and polarized world is the confidence to trust their own judgement, make good decisions, and build healthy relationships. Our children are our hope for the future. They will be hopeful, empowered to create a more peaceful world if we demonstrate it is possible in our own lives. “Let there be peace on earth and let it begin with me.”

Perrysburg Campus 13587 Roachton Rd. Perrysburg, OH 43551

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All Aboard!

National Train Day is back for the 11th consecutive year and what better place to celebrate all things railway than at Toledo’s Amtrak Station.

Highlights of the event include trackside displays, model train exhibits, food vendors and local business displays. The event is free and, with kids activities, fun for the whole family.

9:30-4. Saturday, May 5. Martin Luther King Jr. Plaza, 415 Emerald Ave. facebook.com/NationalTrainDayToledo

Stay afloat Poolside fun makes hot weather tolerable, but the fear of a child drowning can overwhelm parents. Make sure your child, ages 6 months to 6 years, has the knowledge and protection they need through Gr8 Lakes Swim Babies, an Infant Swimming Resource (ISR) serving NW Ohio and beyond.

Children can learn self-rescue swimming techniques by Kym Smith Cragel and Annette Lazenby, certified ISR instructors.

Queen bee A Toledoan was named as an Ohio semifinalist for the 2018 Ohio National Geographic State Bee. Sarah Boellner, 8th grader at St. Joan of Arc Catholic School, was one of only 100 Ohio fourth through eighth graders chosen by the National Geographic Society to compete in their annual spelling bee. Boellner earned her title through a school spelling bee, held throughout the state to determine each school champion, and a qualifying test which was submitted to the National Geographic Society.

SwimwithKymISR.com or SwimwithAnnetteISR.com. To learn about upcoming sessions or to enroll, contact 419-704-8593 or visit gr8lakesswimbabies.com.

Sensory Sensitive Sundays Kids love venues like Chuck E. Cheese’s, but children with autism or other special needs can find the chaotic environment difficult. With support from the Center for Autism Related Disorders (CARD), Chuck E. Cheese’s will offer Sensory Sensitive Sundays on the first Sunday of each month. Children can enjoy an atmosphere with reduced light and noise, food and games, and a trained and caring staff two hours before the restaurant and arcade would typically open. 9-11am. Sunday, May 6. 5077 Monroe St., 419-841-9133. Chuckecheese.com

Summer reading Far too often, skills are softened, not sharpened, during summer break. Let this summer be a chance for your child to enhance their phonic, fluency, reading comprehension, textbook, and speed reading skills during the Case Western Reserve University Summer Reading Skills Program, offered in Perrysburg and Toledo. A variety of programs, led by instructors from the Institute of Reading Development, will offer oncea-week classes to students age 4 through those entering 11th grade. Tuition, location, and program varies by age, but sessions will be held in June and July. For more information or to register, call 1-800-978-9596 or visit case.readingprograms.org.

Educational clips by young students Sylvania Community Action Team (SCAT) encouraged middle schoolers and high schoolers last month to create a 30-60 second video about the dangers of underage drinking in their Youth Video Contest “Underage Drinking - Not a MInor Problem.” Participants could either work individually or with a group to create their videos. The students’ works will be showcased during the screening on May 2 and ranked 1st-3rd place by judges in the two categories of High School (9th-12th grade) and Middle School (6th-8th grade). One selection will be crowned the Audience Choice award in addition to the original two categories. 7pm.

Sylvania King Road Branch Library, 3900 King Rd. 419-259-5380. toledolibrary.org. sylvaniascat.org Free 6

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Main library renovation

After 20 years without any major renovations, the Toledo Lucas County Main Library downtown is getting a major uplift this year.

To better serve the community, key features of the renovation include relocating the cafe, gallery and gift shop, technology updates, creating new spaces to foster cultural, educational and economic development and expanding multi-function space. The library will host three forums — May 2nd, 30th, and June 28th — at the Main Library’s McMaster Center to gather community input regarding the entity’s space, collections, and services. Renovation work is slated to last one year, beginning after Labor Day and ending in September 2019. During the renovation work, the downtown library will be closed.

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

We all scream for ice cream!

With the weather warming up, cold, summer sweet treats come to mind and The PopCycle Peddler can satiate those cravings.

Listen for festive tunes that accompany the Peddler’s ride through your neighborhood to offer novelty ice-cream and popsicles.

The Pop-Cycle Peddler is also available to appear at special occasions; what better way to add a flair to your summer barbeque? Requests for a variety of frozen treats are easily accommodated and recommendations are welcome, including even special treats just for your pup. And five percent of the proceeds from every treat purchased goes to support local mentalhealth awareness programs. Yet another reason to treat yourself! Pop-Cyclepeddler.com

New Metropark

Lucas County’s newest park, Howard Marsh Metropark, opened at the end of April. Previously a working farm, the park property was purchased by the Metroparks with two partners, The Ohio Division of Wildlife and the Clean Ohio Fund, in 2008 for $6 million. After restoration, the 1,000-acre property is now a functioning wetland with six miles of dike-top walking trails, a quarter mile of boardwalk, seven miles of navigable water and two kayak launch docks.

611 S. Howard Road, Curtice, just north of State Route 2, adjacent to the Metzger Marsh Wildlife Area. metroparkstoledo.com

Yoga, toddlers and parents. Oh my!

Who says yoga is just for adults?

Parents of threenagers and those in the terrible-twos rejoice! PflegMed and Perrysburg Yoga offers toddler yoga classes every Tuesday and Thursday morning. It might be just what your youngster needs to get zen and re-energized for their busy day. During the class, you and your child will explore stretches and end with a yoga story in a relaxed environment. $15/class Ages 2-5. 11-11:30am every Tuesday and Thursday.

PflegMed and Perrysburg Yoga, 140 W. Front St., Perrysburg.

567-336-6001. Pflegmed.com

MAUMEE 4359 Keystone Dr. Maumee, OH 43537 419.887.1247

LAMBERTVILLE 7928 Secor Rd. • P.O. Box 860 Lambertville, MI 48144 734.854.6221

S Y LVA N I A 6407 Monroe St. Sylvania, OH 43560 419.882.1017

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EXCEPTIONAL FAMILIES for parents of children with special needs

An Advocate for Kids Family Voices of Ohio focuses the health care conversation

By Kate Ingersoll

Parents and families with children who have disabilities or special needs, regardless of cultural or linguistic background, have had access to services in our community since 1992 with Family Voices. Acting on behalf of children with disabilities and chronic conditions to allow them to thrive alongside their friends in neighborhoods and classrooms across our state, the organization works with school boards, parent/ teacher associations, and educators to pave the way for inclusion practices in public schools.

Advocating culturally accurate assistance Family Voices’ cornerstone value is to provide cultural and linguistically accurate assistance, thereby ensuring that all children with special needs receive the individual help they need. Based on a family-centered approach, Family Voices demonstrates that “the family is a child’s

most consistent health care provider.”

The services they offer are available at home or in the hospital, twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week.

Specialized health care Family Voices of Ohio aims to assure high-quality, affordable, and familybased health care to all children by assisting families with accessing appropriate screening and diagnosis, particularly for children with unique challenges while working in partnership with health insurers. Locally, Family Voices of Ohio is a trusted resource on health care and connects families with a host of support so they can have the tools to make informed decisions for their child’s care and education.

Children with special needs include everyone who has or is at risk for developing long-term physical, developmental, behavioral, or emotional challenges.

In Northwest Ohio, families have access to organizations that can provide information about autism, celiac disease, Down syndrome, epilepsy, cystic fibrosis, and a host of other conditions.

The Family-to-Family Health Information Center is especially supportive with assisting parents in navigating health care for their child. The Center provides free, confidential information for families with access to a wide variety of services, including The Ability Center of Greater Toledo, The March of Dimes, Bright Horizons Advocacy and Consulting, as well as connections to both Mercy and Toledo Children’s Hospitals.

Family members as advocates Family Voices allocates most of its funding to leadership training, where parents first advocate support for their own child, then expand their focus to assisting other families. Family Voices is indebted to the countless family leaders from a variety of cultural communities who actively strive to change the landscape for children who have special needs, continuing the entity’s goal to establish community-based partnerships between families and professionals.

Parents are encouraged to visit Family Voices of Ohio’s website (www.familyvoicesohio.org) and contact Patty Dovell who can connect them with specific resources that will benefit their child.

On a roll As part of their Social Living Club (SLC), Bittersweet Inc. is partnering with Bowlero Lanes (4398 Monroe St.) for a six week bowling league for teens with autism. Teens will learn bowling basics, including sportsmanship, conversational skills, and social skills. Community Outreach Specialist Taylor Barndt says, “Bowling is a wonderful community activity that helps develop social skills among teens with autism. Bowling is great for developing patience, sportsmanship, and gross motor skills. We are excited to offer this opportunity to the participants in the Social Living Club.”

The class will be held from 6-7pm on Tuesday evenings, beginning on May 8. $35. Scholarship opportunities are available. For more information, contact Taylor Barndt at 419-206-7803 or tbarndt@bittersweetfarms.org.

Get a kick From learning decision making skills, enhancing physical literacy, to understanding good sportsmanship, soccer is one of the best sports for kids— but it’s not typically accessible to all.

Fortunately, a local program called TOPSoccer offers young athletes with cognitive, physical and/or emotional challenges the chance to play.

Athletes ages five years and older can register to join in on this educational and fun athletic activity TOPSoccer’s next event will be held from 2-3pm on Sunday, May 6 at the Maumee Soccer Center. For registration information and full details, call 419-392-4005 or visit toledotopsoccer.org.

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National Inventors Hall of Fame: Camp Invention®!

Camp Invention locations are nationwide, including many throughout the Toledo area. Visit campinvention. org or call 800-968-4332 to register.

Use promo code Ideas15 to save $15 (expires 5/4). Early registration discounts are available.

Invent the future today at Camp Invention®! Wild and crazy ideas become reality in this year’s all-new Camp Invention program, Fast Forward! A nonprofit program of the National Inventors Hall of Fame, Camp Invention allows children in kindergarten through 6th grade to experience real-world problem solving, creative thinking, invention, and teamwork— all while having FUN! Activities include challenges and achievements from the brightest thinkers around— National Inventors Hall of Fame Inductees—

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Rosenbloom’s Farm

2738 Shetland Rd., 419-841-3320 or 419-346-1363.

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Think outside, no box required The days are getting longer and the weather is slowly getting warmer, which means summer break will be here soon. Looking for a fun way to keep your children engaged, entertained, and educated during those months off from school? We’ve compiled our Summer Camp Guide, a list of local camps that are sure to make this summer a memorable one.

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GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE 2 day camp - $100 3 day camp - $150 4 day camp - $210*

*4 day camp includes pizza party and take home shirt* RIDING LESSONS DAILY!

Camp 1 Camp 2 Camp 3 Camp 4 Camp 5 Camp 6 Camp 7 Camp 8 Camp 9

June 13-15 June 18-19 June 26-29 July 2-3

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July 16-18

June 30 - Aug 2 August 6-9

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Monday - Tuesday

$100

Tuesday - Friday

$210

Monday - Tuesday

$100

Monday - Thursday

$210

Monday - Wednesday

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Monday - Thursday

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Monday - Thursday

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Monday - Wednesday

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All camps will have a mock horseshow on last day.

4 day camps get a t-shirt and have a pizza party on the last day.

Camp runs from from 9:30-2pm. (Drop off anytime 9am or after) Extended Care Available at Additional Cost For more information call Hunters Run at 734-856-2404 Ask for Debra Shinklr or Suz Bales 9241 Secor Rd, Temperance, Michigan REGISTRATION FORM AVAILABLE ONLINE

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9am-noon, Monday-Friday. Extended care options available. Weeks of June 4, 11, 18, July 9, 16, 23 and 30 Located on a peaceful and charming setting in Sylvania Township, this unique and exciting camp is full of fun activities involving interacting with the numerous animals, including horses, mini donkeys, bunnies, goats and much more. We incorporate creative crafts, games and gardening along with other outdoor activities, including hayrides, ice cream making, collecting our own fresh eggs and having a scrambled egg breakfast and other nature related opportunities. Children will take part in caring for all of the animals including our newest additions, our farm dog Maude, three barn cats and several chicks. This year we are excited to be adding additional weeks for even more fun. Our groups are intentionally kept small for maximum interaction and activities are planned around the children’s interests. We happily welcome children of all abilities and the staff has extensive backgrounds in education, special education and social work. Our goal is to provide each child with an enriching, wholesome, safe and and fun experience that will be unforgettable.

to inspire children. At Camp Invention, children are empowered to question, brainstorm, collaborate and invent with local educators who lead the week of fun, hands-on, STEM activities that allow children to think big, explore their curiosity, and never give up.

From talking mirrors to toasters that know how to cook their favorite foods, children invent and build models of smart gadgets and explore smart energy in Mod My Mini Mansion™. In Robotic Pet Vet™ children will become robotic pet veterinarians to diagnose puppy problems and design and build dog park attractions using real tools! Explore sensors by experimenting with light and dark surfaces with a self-driving robot in Optibot™, where children will be inspired by land, sea and air vehicles as they design their own futuristic vehicle. In Stick To It™ children learn that inventing is fun but not always easy. Each day will present a new challenge meant to inspire them to think big while they explore what it is like to be a physicist, engineer and entrepreneur.

Every registration includes a complimentary Camp Invention t-shirt. Availability is limited, so secure your child’s spot today!

Summer Arts Camp: Plunge into Creativity!

1700 N. Reynolds Rd., 419-531-2046. facebook.com/SummerCreativityCamp For a detailed description of classes, contact Martin Nagy, founder and director of the Creativity Camps, at 419-531-2046 or at martinwnagy@gmail.com.

To register please visit aclew.org.

8:30am-4:30pm, Monday-Friday. Extended care options available. Beginning June 11. Ages 5-14. $150 per child and per week.

Is your child the next artist on the block? Then nourish their passion and creativity by enrolling your child in our summer arts camp. They cannot miss the opportunity to attend one of the oldest camps in town. Seven exciting, fun-filled and education weeks of Creativity Camp are offered for this 33rd annual season: June 11-15: Creativity Kick-off. June 18-22: Urban Toledo Downtown Toledo.

June 25-29: Painting & Theater Focus.July 9-13: Seven Eagles Historical Education Center. July 16-20: Theater & Clay/Sculpture. July 30-Aug. 3: Beauty in the Park Metroparks Toledo. Aug. 6-10: Creatively Back to School.

Campers should be registered one week in advance to ensure enrollment. The camp staff works one-on-one with groups of 12 campers maximum. Teaching artists are professionals and have a weekly curriculum to Teach for Change! Social activism is at the heart of all activities, whether campers attend art, dance, theater or field trips.

Campers take their artwork home on Friday of each camp week. Camper Certificates will be awarded weekly.

Families attend an art show and theater performance on the last day of camp at 4pm.

Summer Day Camp FREE and open to all children, ages 6 through 18, who are grieving the death of someone they love. You do not have to be a current Good Grief participant to attend.*

July 17th, 2-5 pm July 18th, 2-5 pm July 19th, 2-5 pm

Visit from the Imagination Station Activities to help grieving children cope with loss: Drum Circle • Yoga • Art Activities

*Pre registration is required.

RSVP to Shanon@goodgriefnwo.org 7015 Spring Meadows Drive West, Suite 201 Holland, OH 43528 • 419-360-4939

Country Lane Tree Farm: Pony/Horse and Farmer Summer Camps

3525 N. Bolander Rd., Genoa, OH. 419-461-1298. countrylanetreefarm.com Pony/Horse Camps are for the child that can’t get enough of ponies & horses!

Country Lane Tree Farm offers 2, 3 & 5 day camps by reservation only. Campers will ride each day, as well as learn pony/horse care. A craft each day, a tshirt and pizza party round out each camps fun. $100 for two day camp. $150 for three day camp. $250 for five day camp.

Farmer Camp are for the child that loves all animals. Campers will interact with all of our farm animals and help with chores! A craft each day, tshirt & pizza party round out this camp. $70 for two day camp.

Birds Eye View Circus 2413 Collingwood Blvd. First Floor, 567-298-6841. birdseyeviewcircus.com Birds Eye View Circus is Toledo’s Premier circus training and performance space offering classes in aerial and ground acrobatics for youth and adults.

Our classes offer a unique fitness program that improves strength, flexibility and confidence for anyone. You can also see our instructors and students performing at many local events, theaters and festivals around Toledo.

SUMMER DAYS CAMP Sylvania Recreation is now offering a Summer Days Camp! The camp is aimed at students who are interested in participating in a wide spectrum of activities including sports, arts and crafts, swimming, ice skating, and much more. Summer Days Camp will offer a structured, safe environment for your child to spend the day while staying active. Purchase a day pass, a calendar week pass, or a 10 day punch card. ALL INFORMATION IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. 2018 Dates & Fees Dates: May 23 - August 19, 2018 Grade: Kindergarten - 5th Grade (Children must have completed Kindergarten in 2018) Location: Tam-O-Shanter Days: Monday – Friday Time: 7:30am – 5:30pm FEES: $35 per day (must register in-person, when dropping off, day of)

$150 per week $300 for a 10 day punch card

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Total Sports Rossford

10020 S. Compass Dr., 419-874-9800. totalsportscomplex.com/locations/ rossford Serving as both Total Sports’ first venture outside of Michigan and as one of their newest facilities, Total Sports Rossford first opened in 2015, offering two boarded indoor fields, one large non-boarded field, and seven baseball/softball tunnels, as well as a full, 11v11 turfed field built in 2016. With over 150,000 square feet, Total Sports offers plenty of place to run, jump, play, and learn.

Children 18 months through 12 years of age love the Lil’ Kickers programs, which are 50-minute, focused soccer sessions held once a week and offered through an open enrollment plan, letting participants join at any point in the season. Classes are divided by age: Bunnies (18-24 Months Parent/Child), Thumpers (2-3 Years Parent/Child), Cottontails (2.5-3.5 Years Parent/Child), Hoppers (3-4 Years Beginner), Jackrabbits (3-4 Years Intermediate), and Micro Classes (4-12 Years), which are non-competitive, developmental soccer classes with an emphasis on fun and safety. $14.50 per class, with sibling discounts available. Register at the facility, online, or by calling 419-874-9800. For more information, contact Amanda Benjamin, Lil’ Kickers Coordinator, at lilkickers@totalsportsrossford.com.

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camps fill up fast, so make sure to reserve your spot online today!

SUMMER CAMPS! Hey kids! Are you looking for something fun to do this summer?

The Toledo Area Humane Society offers FUN summer camps for children ages 5 to 16!

Toledo AreA HumAne SocieTy 827 Illinois Ave. Maumee 419-482-7106 jackiek@toledohumane.org

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Field Trips & Activities

• MOVIES • SPORTS ACTIVITIES • ARTS & CRAFTS • ICE SKATING • MUDHENS GAMES • PLUMMER POOL – SYLVANIA • TOLEDO ZOO • IMAGINATION STATION • FOSSIL PARK • OLANDER PARK

MAIN OFFICE

7060 Sylvania Ave. Sylvania, Ohio 43560 Phone: 419.882.1500 Register online

playsylvania.com

Fee may vary depending on field trips

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Heather Downs Country Club

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3910 Heatherdowns Blvd. • Toledo, OH 43614

JUNIOR GOLF CAMPS

The HDCC Junior Golf Camp

7430 Timberstone Dr., Findlay.

567-525-4487 centerforautismanddyslexia.com

Held four weeks during the summer, Monday-Thursday.

Dates include June 4th-7th, June 18th-21st, July 9th-12th and July 30th-Aug 2nd.

9am-3pm, Monday-Thursday. Session 1: June 11-29.

Session 2: July 9-26. Please RSVP by May 18 to 567-5254487. Parents are responsible for transportation. The total cost to cover both sessions per child will be $2,500 and will require commitment to attend both sessions.

The Summer Junior Golf Academy A Saturday Clinic which is held from June 2nd-June23rd and July 7th-28th.

DAN SUTTON - Director of Golf

For more information or to register, go to

www.heatherdowns.com • 419.385.0248

The Center for Autism and Dyslexia

Also Available: Adult and Ladies Golf Academy & Short Game Golf School

The Center for Autism and Dyslexia doesn’t believe in “one size fits all.” They offer comprehensive individualized programs to help children with autism and other learning disabilities achieve a higher quality of life. The Center offers small classroom sizes, high staff-to-student ratio, as well as on-site therapy programs such as music therapy, speech therapy, and occupational therapy. Staff include Intervention Specialists, experienced Teacher Assistant’s, RBT (Registered Behavioral Technicians), and BCBA (Board Certified Behavior Analyst).

May 12th (11AM - 4PM) Bring Mom or Grandma to the farm for one day only, to visit all the animals!

A playful, Pony learning experience for Children Ages 5-12. check Facebook and website for info. www.countrylanetreefarm.com

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This summer, the Findlay Ohio campus will make available a summer camp. Exciting programming will be offered to continue enhancing social skills through academic and recreational therapy programs for children PreK-12th grade who are looking to learn how to make friends and interact within a community setting.

Highly educated staff will be offering a variety of structured activities and educational programs for children of all abilities. Offering those in need of some extra skills help, social skills, transitioning, along with fun leisure community outings. Their comprehensive and intensive behaviorally based approach incorporates opportunities for learning across all settings and environments-at home, in the classroom and in the community.

MOMS are FREE! Children 2+ $10 Adult Males $5 (sorry Dads)

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Toledo Zoo Summer Safari Camp 2 Hippo Way, 419-385-5721.

Toledozoo.org

Sessions begin in June and run through August. Prices, ages, and camp themes vary.

Most kids only dream of spending a full week at the Zoo, but fortunately for Toledo-area children, the Toledo Zoo offers a huge variety of camps featuring fun games and activities, live animal visitors, and cool crafts. Camps are divided by age: 4-5 year olds (9am-noon, $135 for members and $160 non-members), 6-10 year olds (9am3pm, $180 for members and $230 for non-members), experience camps for 6-10 year olds (9am-3pm, $195 for members and $245 for non-members), experience camps for 11-15 year olds ($300 for members and $350 for non-members), and fishing camps for 9-10 year olds ($300 for members and $350 for non-members). In addition, Encore! week offers individual, themed classes each day to give kids 6-10 years old a unique experience.

St. Francis de Sales High School

2323 W. Bancroft St., 419-531-1618. sfstoledo.org SFS is gearing up for another great summer! Each year our coaches and faculty members try to add something to make our camps even better than the year before. Our camps offer a variety of interests including Art Camp, Baseball Camp, Cyber Camp, Music Camp, Football Camp, Robo Camp, Musical Theatre Camp, and much more! Our camps allow students to go deeper into their interests as we encourage them to “be who you are and be that well.” This year, St. Francis has a few camps for girls as well as boys. For more information, visit us at SFStoledo.org.

Sylvania Area Family Services: Elementary Einstein’s Summer Camp 5440 Marshall Rd., 419-882-8415.

Sa-fs.org 8:30am-3:30pm, Monday-Friday. June 4-August 10. Grades 1-6. $75 registration fee. $100 weekly fee.

Sylvania Area Family Services (SAFS) summer camp will be starting soon, and we have the price that’s right for you! SAFS Summer Camp offers a 10-week themed day camp, with a variety of field trips to places such as Plummer Pool, Camp Miakonda etc.

Our summer camp children will be under the supervision of a staff employee, summer intern, and camp counselors. SAFS encourages the children to learn about sustainable living, by working in our on-site community garden, and working closely with OSU Extension via the S.T.E.M. program.

Please register in advance. SAFS has limited spots available. For more information contact Tina at 419-882-8415 ext. 104 or email ffmanager.safs@gmail.com

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ProMedica Hospice: Camp Fearless

Sylvania First Methodist Church: 7000 Erie St., Sylvania.

Free. 9am-3pm, July 24-27. Registration is required and is open through July 17.

For more information or to register, contact ProMedica Hospice at 419-824-7400, or visit promedica.org/campfearless.

ProMedica Hospice will host Camp Fearless for children and adolescents who have experienced the loss of a loved one. The free bereavement day camp is ideal for children ages 6 to 16 and features therapeutic activities, arts and crafts and team building exercises led by a team of professional counselors, hospice team members and trained volunteers. Children will explore issues related to the impact that loss can have on their lives in a safe and supportive atmosphere.

The program also provides an opportunity for parents and guardians to meet individually with camp leaders to discuss the individual needs of the children and family following loss. Hospice staff provide information and connect families with additional resources to help children continue to grow and move forward on their grief journey.

In addition to the Sylvania location, Camp Fearless will be held in Cyde, Fremont, and Monroe, Michigan. See promedica.org/campfearless for more information.

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For all age lessons and to see our full training line-up for players age 4-18 years old, visit:

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June:

Summer Training Teams Session 1 (3rd-9th grade)

July:

Summer Training Teams Session 2 (3rd-8th grade) All Skills Camp, Positional Clinics Volley Tots (3-5 yr olds) & Volley Kids (K-2nd grade)

2901 Key St., Maumee • 419.794.4656 Camp Courageous & The Arc of Northwest Ohio serves individuals, of all ages, with developmental disabilities such as Autism, Asperger’s, Down syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, severe ADHD.

• Camp Courageous sits on 84 beautiful acres in Whitehouse, Ohio. We offer hiking trails, a baseball field, basketball, accessible playground, full stocked art cabin, a zero-depth entry swimming pool, and much more!

• Our summer camp season is June 3 through September 30th. We offer eight separate weeks of residential camp (ages 15+), two weeks of day camp (for ages 5-18) and four respite weekends. Our trained camp counselors and onsite RNs work hard to make sure your child or loved one has the best outdoor camp experience possible!

For more information, an application, or to schedule a tour of our camp visit www.campcourageous.com or call Emily at 419-875-6828.

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TOLEDO ROCKET SOCCER CAMPS

West Side Montessori: Be Your Own Superhero

Come kick it with the Rocket Soccer team.

Toledo Campus: Programs for campers 13 months through 4th grade.

7115 W. Bancroft St., 419-866-1931.

Perrysburg Campus: Programs for campers 13 months through kindergarten.

13587 Roachton Rd., 419-874-9385.

All camps begin on June 13 and end August 3.For more information, visit MontessoriToledo.org or contact the Summer Camp Director, Brandi Parcell, at bparcell@montessoritoledo.org.

Throughout the summer your child will experience a variety of dynamic community partners that will keep them wanting to come back every single day. Magic shows, hula hooping experts, exotic reptiles, toddler music lessons, dog trainers, gymnastics, outdoor exploration, swimming, and more.

Level Up Village is a brand new community partner with WSM offering an amazing platform creating global classrooms through technology and innovative programming. WSM elementary campers will collaborate with campers in a third world country as they exchange ideas and solve challenges together. Montessori philosophy and curriculum promote an understanding and appreciation for the interconnectedness of all that exists and a consequent social policy that teaches we are stewards of the Earth. Level Up Village will offer two different weeks of programming throughout the summer. One week of programming includes introductory coding with a global twist! Students learn how to make animations and digital art using Scratch Programming Language from MIT. They learn how to snap together graphical programming blocks to make characters move, jump, dance and speak. Then, by collaborating with their global partner student through a series of video exchanges, they share their creations and showcase what they’ve learned about each other in their final creations.

Forte Music School

3208 W. Sylvania Ave., 419-471-2100. fortemusicandarts.com The summer is a great time for kids to try their hand at a new interest. Forté Music School offers students one-on-one music lessons year round for all instruments, voice, stage presence, and musical theatre. As the largest music school in the Toledo area, they provide the most professional faculty in one location. You can enroll anytime, and classes are open to children and adults.

The Rocket Soccer Summer Camp provides youth soccer players the opportunity to learn from and interact with Division I student-athletes and coaches, all in a collective effort to develop their soccer skills while having fun! Each camper will receive a Toledo Rocket T-shirt and soccer ball!

Mini Kickers 1

Mini Kickers 2

June 4-8 9 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Boys and Girls Grades K-2 Price: $99

June 11-15 9 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Boys and Girls Grades K-2 Price: $99

Day Camp 1

Day Camp 2

June 4-8 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Boys and Girls Grades 3-8 Price: $195 Easy Online Registration

June 11-15 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Boys and Girls Grades 3-8 Price: $195

For more information and registration, visit

rocketsoccercamps.com Contact us at 419.530.6251 or soccer@utoledo.edu

Educare Academy Summer Adventure Camp

Dare to see education differently!

11 Award-winning locations in the Toledo, Oregon, Rossford and Maumee area.

419-540-4445. educareacade my.com/summer-camp Ages 5-12. June through August.

Educate Academy Child Development Centers offer children ages 5-12 a summer full of themed curriculum to keep young minds engaged all season long. Indoor and outdoor group activities, weekly field trips, and more, encourage critical thinking, problem solving, innovation, creativity, and collaboration. Children will enjoy a healthy meal daily. Now accepting children from 5-12 years old to participate in our summer camp this June through August.

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Now Registering for Summer Camps Weeks of: June 4th, 11th & 18th July 15th, 22nd & 29th

Come in for a tour or join us for our Benefit Dinner!

Interactive tours for any groups.

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Take a Tour Tuesday 9:30am - 10:30am RSVP Email Monique Myers monique.myers@ileadschools.org to schedule a tour today FALL 2018 OPEN ENROLLMENT HAPPENING NOW!

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Simply Stated & Painted

2534 Parkway Plaza, Maumee.

419-214-0224.

Simplystatedandpainted.com Not every kid has the chance to spend a week, or longer, crafting at a summer camp— but that doesn’t mean they can’t enjoy some creative summer fun. Plan a fun day at Simply Slated & Painted, a ceramics painting studio that lets kids of all ages paint their own mug, plate, figurine, ornament, or other novelty item. The studio offers hundreds of ceramic pieces to color, plus a friendly and helpful staff to help guide your experience.

Stop in for an afternoon, attend a class, or plan a party to make a special event even more unique.

Birthday Parties • Adult Celebrations • Get Togethers

SUMMER IN THE MEADOW Cartoon Camp, Farm Camp, STEM Camps, Camp Invention, & SO MUCH MORE!

CAMPS BEGIN MONDAY, JUNE 18TH Full-day & half-day camps New themes each week Free, nutritious lunch daily

FOR OUR COMPLETE SUMMER CATALOG & ONLINE REGISTRATION SEE:

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MEADOW MONTESSORI SCHOOL Infant - High School 1670 S. Raisinville Rd. Monroe, MI 48161

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Under the new ownership of Lynnette Olson

• Large selection of bisque in prices ranging $8.95-$45.95.

• The largest collection of bisque for kids in the area as well as items for teens and adults.

Store Hours: Tuesday-Thursday: 12-6pm Friday: 12-8pm Saturday: 10am-6pm No appointment necessary for small groups. For parties of six or more, please call in advance.

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Toledo GROWs Toledo GROWs’ Urban Farm 900 Oneida St.

To register, please call 419-720-8714 or email Hannah Halfhill at hannah.halfhill@toledogrows.org Toledo GROWs, a community outreach program that educates people of all ages and backgrounds about gardening, invites children of all ages to experience their Urban Farm with two one-day summer camps.

The Family Farm Camper, from 9-11am on Thursday, June 7, invites ages 1-99 to experience a day as a farmer.

Take care of chickens, learn about bees, and plant something to take home. $8 per child, $5 per adult.

The Growing Gourmet Camp, from 9am-noon on Thursday, June 14, invites kids ages 6-12 to discover where their food comes from. Kids will experience planting, harvesting, and cooking snacks, desserts, and more. $18 per child.

BGSU Recreation & Wellness Kids Camp

Bowling Green State University Student Recreation Center, 1411 Ridge Rd., Bowling Green. 419-372-8454. bgsu.edu/recwell/youth-family/kids-camp.html 9am-4pm, Monday-Friday. $100/part-time camper. For BGSU employees and students: $130 first camper, $120 additional campers. Community members: $140 first camper, $130 additional campers.

Beginning June 4 and running through July 27, Children in Kindergarten through 6th grade (ages 5-12) can enjoy one, or all, of the BGSU Recreation and Wellness Center’s eight individual, weeklong themed camps.

Week 1 (June 4-8): Adventure is Out There! Week 2 (June 11-15): Sports. Week 3 (June 18-22): Outdoors and Animals. Week 4 (June 25-29): Space. Week 5 (July 2, 3, 5, 6): Stars and Stripes. Week 6 (July 9-13): Falcon Pride. Week 7 (July 16-20): Water Week. Week 8 (July 23-27): Color Wars.

Early Bird Pricing: Payments made before May 18 receive 10 percent off total. Bundled Pricing: Payments made after May 18 for two or more weeks receive 5 percent off total. Before and after care, held 7:30-9am and 4-5:30pm, is available for an additional $30.

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National Teacher Appreciation Week Our teachers are more than educators to our students they are mentors, role models, confidants & friends.

The work they do today in classrooms across the school district will have a lasting impression on their students.

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BIRTHDAY GUIDE Local birthday celebrations for any budget Simple, special, and milestone festivities

House party

By Erin Marsh

Social media, often a place that provides information and advice for new parents, can also beguile parents into thinking that each year a birthday must be met with an extravaganza. We compiled a list of simple, special, and milestone birthday parties along with what parents had to say.

For most of us parents, this was the classic way to celebrate a birthday.

Pick a theme (or not), decorate accordingly, and plan activities.

House parties can be extravagant or down-to-earth, depending on how motivated you are, but they also can require a lot of work and patience. To come up with ideas, visit Pinterest for a wealth of information to plan the birthday of your child’s dreams.

KEEP IT SIMPLE! Family birthday meal

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Visit your child’s favorite restaurant for a meal with the family. Most kidfriendly places offer a special birthday option, whether a free dessert or a pack of singing waiters.

SUMMER BIRTHDAYS

If your child’s birthday arrives during one of our warm months, options abound for keeping it simple while entertaining. If you have access to a pool, swim parties are guaranteed hits during summer months.

Another option: take the family to a zoo. Both the Toledo Zoo and the smaller Indian Creek Zoo, just over the border in Lambertville, offer a great time.

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Sleepover

Sleepovers, a budget-friendly but exhausting option, provide unforgettable memories. Order a pizza, pick up a storebought cake, rent your child’s favorite movie, plan an activity, and for the rest of the evening, the kids are in charge— for better or for worse.

Andrea Brown, mom of 4 girls, celebrated twice with sleepovers. For daughter Makayla’s 9th birthday, they invited 10 friends: “[It was a night of] 4 AM wake-ups and no sleep for mom. Some girls made up stories to scare each other for fun, but a few girls became nervous that they and went home. The house was totally trashed, BUT there was much bonding, crazy fun, laughter, and wild memories that will last a lifetime!”

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Arcade

When throwing a birthday party at a venue, the key to keeping it affordable is choosing a reasonable location and a manageable guest list.

STAY SWEET

The icing on the cake: For budget-friendly and completely customizable cakes, check out local business McKiddy Cakes.

The licensed home bakery creates confections of all sorts on top of handdesigned cakes— cupcakes, cookies, smash cakes, chocolate covered pretzels, and cake pops. Base price for cakes start at $2.95 a slice and up, but depends on the type of cake you’d like. If you have ideas and want to discuss them, or are unsure what your budget can get you, the bakery offers quotes and free consultations. Party favors, consisting of other sweet treats such as the cake pops and pretzels, are also a fun addition to your kid’s party.

From buttercream frosting to fondant, and snickerdoodle to marble flavors— you name it, they make it! 419-250-0788. mckiddycakes.com

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Total Sports Complex offers a wide variety of field sports including soccer, baseball, softball, lacrosse & football!

Birthday Parties • Knockerball Travel Sports • Summer Camps Special Events • Youth Clinics

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If you plan to keep it intimate with just a couple friends, Reset, next to Bar 145 on Monroe, has vintage arcade games. While geared toward adults, Reset allows kids during daytime hours.

Most of the games are free as long as you buy food and drinks. resetarcade.com/toledo

CAMPING

Whether you want to pitch a tent or go glamping, Oak Openings in Whitehouse has all the options. The Caretaker’s Cottage and Pine Ridge Chalet, rival Hocking Hills cabins in Southeastern Ohio, with a fraction of the travel time. metroparkstoledo.com

GET ACTIVE

CNC in West Toledo offers birthday parties for up to 10 kids for only $150. Kids can choose from kickball, soccer, or battle ball. Phil Thomas, father of 5, owns CNC and leads the fun. CNCforlife.com Crystal Dupler explains, “I choose to have a birthday party at CNC because they could accommodate exactly what I wanted. My son wanted a nerf party where he and his friends could have open space to run and enjoy themselves.

It was a very memorable party experience for him... and no stress for me!”

The YMCA offers a variety of custom party themes that won’t break the bank,

like Rockstar Dance, All Star MVP, Master Artist, and more. Packages include cupcakes, waters, invitations, and tableware for up to 24 guests, plus a party host for the duration of the two hour party, for $170 (members) or $220 (nonmembers). Ymcatoledo.org Emily Creamer has turned the YMCA for several birthday parties because “you can’t beat the price,” she explained.

Creamer also chose the West Toledo indoor pool for another party, saying “the kids were able to swim for over an hour and then play in their activity room for an hour. This party was the perfect amount of energy for a good price.”

ROLLER SKATING

Ohio Skate offers packages that include admission for 10-15 skaters, pizza, beverages, and more based on which package you choose. Best yet?

The birthday child also gets to skate free once a month for a year! $130-$220.

Toledo.ohioskate.com

RACHEL JAFFE celebrated Kylie’s 8th birthday at Ohio Skate: “It was the best birthday party we’ve had. It was very cost effective and they didn’t throw us out at the end of the party time; the kids were able to keep skating as long as they wanted!”

CANDY FACTORY TOUR! Visit the Spangler Candy Co. Store and Museum and Take a Ride on the Trolley

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Democracy in Action TPS’ Grove Patterson Academy parents encourage school walkout

By Erin Marsh

After the school shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, students around the country joined together to organize a national school walkout.

While the protests were geared toward high school students, many parents felt younger children could also benefit from experiencing social activism.

Why walk out?

Heather Meyer, mother of Ella, a third grade student at Grove Patterson, summed it up succinctly: “I kept coming back to the fact that if they’re old enough to (participate in) lockdown training and old enough to be shot at, then they’re old enough to walk out.”

“Sometimes parents have to advocate for kids to give them opportunities,” continued Meyer. “We needed to organize something so that [these kids] knew we had their backs.”

Melissa Gregory, whose son Rufus is a classmate of Ella’s at Grove Patterson, added, “I felt like the walkout was really an important opportunity to teach our kids as politically engaged citizens. Being young doesn’t mean that you can’t make a difference.”

“I wanted them to think of themselves as responsible for making change and having the power to make change happen,” Gregory continued. “When you get together with friends, you can instigate change. Don’t just sit back and hope for the best; you have to get out there and make things happen.”

Parents advocating for change Meyer and Gregory emailed TPS Superintendent Dr. Romules Durant and their children’s teachers to request their support for an elementary walkout.

Gregory says, “I felt fortunate that they were behind this as an idea and that they are concerned about student safety and keeping an eye on everyone, especially littler kids. They all saw this as a teachable moment.”

Q&A with

Heather Meyer (above) & Melissa Gregory (below) Favorite family activity?

MG: The whole family enjoys vegging out around the house and watching a movie. I enjoy dragging them to the Art Museum.

HM: Going to the Art Museum.

Favorite solo activity?

MG: Ashtanga Yoga. Doing the thing that helps my body (and makes me taller).

HM: My Nikon camera.

Your life, in five words or less: MG: Sleep deprived, but worth it!

HM: Involved, exhausting, humorous, artistic.

Favorite Toledo hangout?

MG: The TMA and Old Orchard.

HM: If I’m “adulting,” it’s The Attic.

Describe Toledo in a sentence?

MG: Toledo has the most heart and community pride of any city that I’ve ever lived in.

The national 17-minute walkout--one minute for each of the 17 people killed at Marjory Stoneman Douglas--had a list of three demands: ban assault weapons, require universal background checks before gun sales, and pass a gun violence restraining order law that would allow courts to disarm people who display warning signs of violent behavior.

Grove Patterson walkout The elementary-aged children at Grove Patterson Academy held signs and shared a moment of silence. Some parents advocated a “walk-up,” where children reach out with kindness to others who may be sitting alone at lunch or by themselves in the classroom, instead of a “walkout,” but Gregory countered, “Kindness and political protest are not mutually exclusive.

I think [a walk-up instead of a walkout

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Best childhood holiday memory?

MG: My grandmother would do the big Polish Christmas Eve dinner called Wigilia. I have her recipes and make her pierogis every year. is sending the message that kids have the burden of being nicer. That’s not the message I want for my kids.” She continued, explaining, “These kids were attempting to make themselves visible and stand up for their own safety; don’t substitute that with a kindness activity.

Kindness activities can happen everyday.”

Gregory, an English professor at the University of Toledo, enjoys teaching “about the human experience” and hopes to make future generations more engaged and more empathetic.

Meyer holds two part-time positions. She has been the office manager at Inside Out, a home recreation supply and service business, for 19 years, and she recently became the Community Outreach Coordinator at Trinity Episcopal Church downtown.

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Not a Greasy Spoon Not your ordinary diner

By Karen L. Zickes

RICK’S CITY DINER

5333 Monroe St. Toledo 43623 419-720-9555 7am-3pm, Monday-Saturday.

7am-2pm, Sunday.

I know I have said this before, but I continue to be amazed at the delicious, locally owned restaurants in the Toledo area. Toledo has always had an abundance of eating establishments, and it boasts wonderful restaurants with a great selection of ethnic foods, as well.

With a rare free Saturday, the kids and I recently tried out a new place for lunch.

Well, new ONLY to us.

Diner in name only Right or wrong, I have usually equated “diner” with “greasy spoon” and, perhaps, not the best well-kept place. I mean that in the most endearing way. Greasy spoon, a colloquial term, refers to an establishment that is usually inexpensive and generally offers fried food, burgers, chili and other “comfort” foods. I LOVE a great diner when that’s what I’m in the mood for.

Given that understanding, we were quite surprised when we stepped into Rick’s City Diner. It wasn’t what we had expected from a “diner.” After enjoying our dining experience and talking with owner Rick Salem, he explained it is a “diner” in name only. Now everything made sense.

Warning: You could become a regular Basically, just put the idea of anything close to a typical diner out of your mind.

Yes, there is a long dining counter with high chairs that you would expect at most diners, but that is all the “diner”

The Short Course:

Kid-friendly: Yes. To avoid wait: Anytime, but weekend mornings can get busy.

Noise Level: Moderate.

Bathroom amenities: Changing station.

High chairs? Yes. Got milk? Yes as well as a variety of juice.

Kids’ menu? Yes; breakfast and lunch options.

Allergy info: It is difficult to prevent cross contamination as they only have one grill. However, they do not use any peanut oil and gluten free bread is available.

you will find in this restaurant. Especially on a sunny day, you will love all the windows. The dining area is very open and bright with a fireplace and partial wall in the middle that serves as a divider between two sides of the restaurant.

“It’s a hangout. It’s a place where you always see people you know,” said Salem. And true to that statement we did notice a couple guests who ran into friends as well, and the waitress knew the regulars sitting behind us. “I wanted something locally owned,” said Salem who had no interest in opening a franchise. His first restaurant opened in 1986 and with each move to a new location he would “go back to school,” per say, as he traveled the country and spent time with mentors always honing his craft and his concept, always wondering how he can improve upon it.

Mr. Salem said he uses natural foods; everything is fresh and nothing is frozen. His menu includes a note to patrons promising only the highest quality, finest meats, never powdered or liquid eggs (eeks…didn’t realize some places do that!), homemade pancake, waffle and French toast batter, etc. His Albacore tuna doesn’t come cheap, nor does his coffee, but if you appreciate good food, you will notice the difference with everything you try.

Kids have a menu, but they’ll want yours For kids 10 and under there is a breakfast and lunch menu with typical options such as grilled cheese, hot dogs, chocolate chip pancakes, etc. with prices ranging from $3.79 to $5.99 including a side and beverage. The adult menu is expansive with options including sandwiches, salads, specialty breakfast items, omelets, French toast which may make your children jealous. According to Salem, the majority of kids order off the regular menu.

My youngest went for the homemade chocolate chip pancakes with a couple eggs while the rest of us enjoyed lunch options. However, Salem said they are probably best known for their seven different Eggs Benedict options. I already know I am going back for the Crab Cake Benedict for $12.99. At Rick’s you know you are getting what you pay for, and more.

I enjoyed their homemade chicken salad served open face on a English Muffin topped with melted Gruyere cheese while my daughter opted for the California melt; a vegetarian option with a portabella mushroom, avocado, tomato and melted Swiss. My oldest son somehow devoured the fried egg BLT with avocado and fresh cut fries.

It must have had a pound of bacon. He unsuccessfully tried to hoard his bacon, as I was sure we all got a taste, or two or three. Short story about Rick’s, we can’t wait to return.

Bottom Line:

Rick’s City Diner is a “diner” only in name. The attention to freshness and quality is evident in every bite.

Portions are generous and the staff is pleasant. You’ll enjoy the casual, family friendly atmosphere and, though they have a kids’ menu, your younger ones may be tempted to order something off the regular menu instead.

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

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

1 TUESDAY

3 THURSDAY

Take a Tour Tuesday - Every Tuesday, parents can come take a tour of iLead Schools, a tuition free public school, and learn all about its classrooms, culture, and mission. 9:30-10:30am. iLead Spring Meadows, 1615 Timberwolf Dr., Holland.

419-491-7423. ileadspringmeadows.org Free

Board Game Night - Bring the whole family for a fun-filled night of board gaming and trying new games. 5:30-10pm every Thursday. Old School Gaming, 1403 Bernath Pkwy. 567-343-4980. oldschoolgaming.net Free

Lego Meet Up - Kids use their imagination to build and create with legos while enjoying snacks. 6:30-7:30pm. Oregon Branch Library, 3340 Dustin Rd., Oregon.

419-259-5250. toledolibrary.org Free

Red Bird Art Walk - Venture through downtown Sylvania with music, demos, shopping, and gallery exhibitions during this monthly art show. 5-8pm. Downtown Sylvania, Main St. 419-360-1212. downtownsylvania.org Free

Family Center Activities: Paper Sarcophagus - Decorate a paper sarcophagus inspired by the colorful artwork seen in the exhibition “The Mummies: From Egypt to Toledo.” 10am. Also on Thursday, May 3 through Saturday, May 5.

Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free Divergent: Tending to be Different - Toledo School for the Arts presents The Graffiti Project’s production of Divergent: Tending to be Different where students explore the meaning of being unique through movement and performance. $6/students and seniors, $9/ adults. 7pm. Owens Community College Center for Find and Performing Arts, 30335 Oregon Rd., Perrysburg.

419-246-8732. ts4arts.org

2 WEDNESDAY Toddler Trails - Accompany your toddlers (up to 3 years old) at this outdoor, multi-sensory play and exploration of the natural world and its preservation. $2.

10-11am. Wildwood Preserve MetroPark, 5100 W. Central Ave. 419-407-9706. metroparkstoledo.org Homeschool Workshops: Making Matter - Children from 7-12 years old will discover and explore solids and liquids first hand with experiments. $12/members, $17/non-members. 10:30am-noon.

Imagination Station, 1 Discovery Way. 419-244-2674. imaginationstationtoledo.org Positive Parenting Series: Developing Good Bedtime RoutinesLearn the importance of developing a healthy bedtime routine. To register, call the Toledo Day Nursery. 6-8pm.

Toledo Day Nursery, 2211 Jefferson Ave. 419-243-2627. partnerstoledo.com Free Historical Tours of the Manor House - Travel back in time during a guided tour of the 30,000 square foot Depression-era mansion and learn its rich history. See the website for a full list of recurring dates. 12-5pm. Wildwood Preserve Metropark, 5100 W. Central Ave. 419-407-9701. metroparkstoledo.com Free

4 FRIDAY

Familial stretch SUNDAY, 5.20 / YOGA YOGA Children ages 3-6 can join parents for a playful yoga class.

Pay games, learn poses, try out the aerial hammocks, tell stories, and end the session in a guided meditation to practice mindfulness. Register in advance. $20 for parent and child. 3145 W. Central Ave., 567-343-5569. yogajayoga.com

Film Night: Purple Dreams FRIDAY, 5.18 / TOLEDO MUSEUM OF ART

Kids Night Out - Youth aged 6-12 can join the Humane Society for fun playing animal themed games, making crafts, touring the facility and visiting some of the adoptable animals. Registration required. $20. 6-8pm. Toledo Area Humane Society, 827 Illinois Ave., Maumee.

419-891-0705. toledohumane.org

Teens are invited to the Museum to explore the art of film during the screening of “Purple Dreams” copresented by the Glass City Film Festival.

This documentary follows six black high school students and their three-year transformational journey in a racially biased city. 6-8:30pm. 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free

Pirates!:Young Rep Production - A friendly game of pirates becomes all too real when overzealous Theodore accidentally falls into a giant sinkhole and wakes up to find himself amongst real high seas swashbucklers. See the journey he takes before returning to the real world. $7.75$11.75. 7-9pm. Also showing 7-9pm Saturday, May 5 and 2:30-4:30pm Sunday, May 6. Toledo Repertoire Theatre, 16 W. 10th St. 419-243-9277. toledorep.org Toddler Time at Sky Zone - Young ones aged 5 and under explore new ways to be active by jumping and playing while staying safe. $2 reusable SkySocks required. Every Friday of the month. $8/hour. 10am-noon. Sky Zone Toledo, 1600 Albon Rd., Holland.

419-491-1194. toledostore.skyzone.com

5 SATURDAY Kids Bath Bombs Ages 8+ - Make a half dozen bath bombs with essential oils and food coloring to give or keep. $20.

3-4:30pm. Our Studio with olive m’lou, 3142 Markway. 734-751-2698. facebook.com/UnleashingYourCreativity Toledo Great Strides - Have fun at this family-friendly event with a healthy 5k walk, children’s activities, food and other festivities in support of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Donations accepted.

10am-3pm. GM Powertrain Park, 5444 Jackman Rd. 419-470-5166. fightcf.cff.org Free Homesteading: Planting Time - See how homelife has changed in the past 150 years. Lend a hand with planting or just explore. 11am-3pm. Pearson Park, 761 Lallendorf Rd., Oregon.

419-407-9700. metroparkstoledo.org Free Free Comics Day - Visit the library and join in on all their festivities by checking out different comic books and graphic novels. 2-3pm. Main Branch Library, 325 Michigan St. 419-259-5200. toledolibrary.org Free CONTINUED ON P. 30

July 30th - August 6th 10am - 11pm daily

Food • Rides • Events Daily Shows:

Ninja Experience Valley Exotics Petting Zoo Chase’s Racing Pigs Glass Blower • Wood Carver

Saturday, August 4 at 8:30 pm - Charlie Daniels Band Sunday, August 5 at 7:30 pm - Combine Demolition Derby Monday, August 6 at 7:30 pm - Demolition Derby To buy tickets: Call (419)352-0441 or www.WoodCounty-Fair.com

Wood County Fairgrounds 13800 Poe Rd. Bowling Green, OH 4340

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6 SUNDAY Confident. Unstoppable.

Brave. - Parents, bring your daughter to this confidence-boosting event where they will learn archery, take confidence courses, play initiative games and more to find their inner strength. $15. 12:30-4:30pm.

Camp Miakonda, 5600 W. Sylvania Ave. 419-241-7293. erieshorescouncil.org/cubday 2nd Annual Splash Bash - This event hosted by the Josh Project, a non-profit/ charity providing swimming instruction and safety for children and their families, will have water related activities for all ages throughout the afternoon. The first 40 registered students will receive a free trial swimming lesson. 1-4pm. St. Francis De Sales High School Natatorium, 2323 W. Bancroft St. 567-343-0766. joshproject.org Free

Childrens Garden Play Experts - Little ones from Pre-K to 8 years old will play in the garden and give advice on how to make the Children’s Garden even better. Register in advance.

4:30-6pm. Also on Tuesday, May 22.

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

577foundation.org Free Bike to School Day - Instead of riding the bus or being dropped off by a parent, how about riding your bike? Celebrate National Bike Month during this day of bike riding. tmacog.org/bikemonth/ Free Knit Baby Mittens - This workshop will cover how to properly use doublepoint needles to create mittens for babies. $25. 6-8pm. Spoiled, 209 Conant St., Maumee. 419-794-3422. facebook.com/essentialandcbdinmaumee

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7 MONDAY Beverly Block Watch: Lucas County Children Services - Deborah Wedding, recruitment specialist at Lucas County Children Services, will present the need for adoptive and foster parents in Lucas County. Bring a canned good to donate to the Feed Your Neighbor Program, if possible. 7-8pm. Toledo Zion United Methodist Church, 2600 Copland Blvd. facebook.com/beverlyblockwatch Free Book Warriors Club Meeting (Ages 10-12) - Join the discussion on the chosen book for this month’s meeting “The Hunger Games” by Suzanne Collins.

7-8pm. Gathering Volumes, 196 E. South Boundary, Perrysburg. 567-336-6188. gatheringvolumes.com Free

Summer Camp Sampler: 5 and 6 Year Old Camp - See what the Children’s Theatre Workshop is all about and have your youngsters try out short, no-cost samples of summer programs.

6-6:45pm. Also on Tuesday, May 15.

There is also a Camp Sampler for 10-14 year olds 7-8pm Tuesday, May 15.

Children’s Theatre Workshop, 2417 Collingwood Blvd. 419-244-5061. ctwtoledo.org Free May Babywearing 101 - Learn about babywearing, including the ins and outs of carriers while trying them out for yourself. 4-6pm. King Road Branch Library, 3900 King Rd., Sylvania. 419-259-5380. facebook.com/ToledoBW Free

11 FRIDAY Preschool Pioneers: Rub-a-dubdub, Wash in the Tub - Children will learn about laundry day in history and try their hand at it like the pioneers once did. $6. 10-11:30am. Pearson Park, 761 Lallendorf Rd., Oregon. 419-407-9700. metroparkstoledo.org Kaleidoscope 2018 - See TSA’s finale of their 2017-18 season with beautiful performances and art created and performed by TSA students. 30-40 different acts, over 60 musicians, a dance number, short films and fashion design will make up this spectacular show. $16-$27. 7pm.

The Valentine Theatre, 410 N. Superior St. 419-246-8732 x226. ts4arts.org Mother-Child Herb Garden Workshop - Create a miniature herb garden by decorating containers, playing in the soil, and planting seeds and plants with your children ages 4+. $25/ individual, $20/additional participant.

4:30-5:30pm. Create: Art Studio, 422 Louisiana Ave., Perrysburg.

419-873-6240. createperrysburg.com

12 SATURDAY Family Pottery - You and your child will create pottery pieces using various techniques such as coils, pinch, slab and extruded clay. Space is limited, register in advance. $20. 10am-noon. The 577 Foundation, 577 E. Front St., Perrysburg.

419-874-4174. 577foundation.org Young Rep Ed Showcase: “Playmaking 101” - See what the students from the Spring Session have been learning for the past 8 weeks while they worked on performance and technical design. $3 donation suggested. 12:151:15pm. Toledo Repertoire Theatre, 16 W. 10th St. 419-243-9277. toledorep.org Unconventional Fashion Challenge - Kids ages 8+ will have fun remaking fashion dolls without fabric or needle and thread. $20. 10am-noon. Our Studio with olive m’lou, 3142 Markway.

734-751-2698. facebook.com/UnleashingYourCreativity Mother’s Day Tea - Enjoy a threecourse tea with loved ones that will include homemade scones, calla lily sandwiches, white cheddar quiche, lemon tarts, and an assortment of sweets. $20.

11:30am-2pm. St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 428 N. Erie St. 419-243-4214. stpaulstoledo.org

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Greater Toledo NAMI Walk - Join the National Alliance on Mental Illness during this walk in support of mental health awareness. Donations accepted. 8:3011:30am. University of Toledo Health, 3000 Arlington Ave. 419-243-1119. namiwalks.org Free Mommy and Me Unicorn Bath Cupcake Class - Mothers bring your daughter(s) to this creative class making Unicorn Kisses Bath Cupcakes. Space is limited, register in advance. $60/group of two, $40/single participant. 1-3pm.

Pottsies, 4155 Chappel Dr., Perrysburg.

419-931-9062. pottsies.com Vision in Education Benefit Dinner - Join iLead Schools at this cocktail dress attire fundraising dinner honoring Sally Perz, Champion for Charter School Choice in Ohio for over 20 years.

Proceeds go toward enrichment programs for students. $75. 5:40-9pm. The Summit, 23 N. Summit St. 419-508-9229. visionineducation.org/ism

13 SUNDAY Blue Week Nature Events - Join the Oak Openings Green Ribbon Initiative and partners to celebrate the region during Blue Week (May 13-20). Free family events, indoor and outdoor activities, workshops, lectures, tours, and many other opportunities will make up the week. Various times and locations. 419-455-4192. oakopenings.org/blue-week Free

14 MONDAY The Grandparent Project - Grandparents and their grandchildren join Psychology Professor, Dr. Larry Godfrey who will share information on bullying and grief, and provide resources for helping deal with emotions and difficult situations.

Dinner and youth program included in each session. 6pm. West Toledo Branch Library, 1320 W. Sylvania Ave. 419-259-5290. Also meeting on Tuesday, May 22 at Kent Branch Library, 3101 Collingwood Blvd. 419-259-5340. toledolibrary.org Free

15 TUESDAY Kindergarten KickStart - Prepare both you and your child for success in school at this event featuring storytime, information, songs, games, and other activities. Register in advance. 6-7pm. Heatherdowns Branch Library, 3265 Glanzman Rd. 419-259-5270. toledolibrary.org Free

16 WEDNESDAY Story Time in the Manor House - Meet at the historic Manor House library for storytime and crafts, then explore outside with a short hike.

Also on Thursday, May 24. $3. 10:30amnoon. Wildwood Preserve, 5100 W. Central Ave. 419-407-9706. metroparkstoledo.org

17 THURSDAY Toledo School for the Arts:2nd Annual Film Festival - 18 short student films competing for Best Storytelling, Best Cinematography, and Best NonNarrative videos will be screened to kick off the Glass City Film Festival. Donations fees. 6pm. Handmade Toledo, 1717 Adams. St. 419-214-1717. glasscityfilmfest.com

19 SATURDAY Toledo Mud Hens Scout Sleepover - Boy Scouts will camp on the ball field with a movie night following the pregame parade, the Mud Hens game and postgame fireworks. Breakfast buffet included the next morning$13/game ticket, $9/Scout experience. 4pm. Fifth Third Field, 406 Washington St. 419-725-9292. milb.com ACT/SAT Test Resources: Learning Express Library - Teens will learn how to access the most up to date practice test from the library, home, or on the go for test preparation. Register in advance.

2-3:15pm. King Road Branch Library, 3900 King Rd. 419-259-5380. toledolibrary.org Free

20 SUNDAY Orienteering Adventure: 8-12 years with adult - Explore the grounds of the 577 Foundation using a compass and map to find your way around. After the exploration, children get to take home their compass. Space is limited, register in advance. $10. 10-11:30am. The 577 Foundation, 577 E. Front St., Perrysburg.

419-874-4174. 577foundation.org Schoolhouse Rock Live! Jr. Auditions - Young Rep Productions are seeking young talents to join the musical being performed in August, based on the book by George Keating, Kyle Hall and Scott Ferguson. Ages 7-13. Call to schedule audition time. 3-6pm. Also on Tuesday, May 22 5:30-7:30pm.

Toledo Repertoire Theatre, 16 10th St. 419-243-9277. toledorep.org Free

24 THURSDAY Acrylic Painting for Kids - Children in 3rd-6th grade will learn basic painting techniques by making a bouquet of flowers on an 11x14 canvas. Space is limited, register in advance. $15. 5-7pm. The 577 Foundation, 577 E. Front St., Perrysburg.

419-874-4174. 577foundation.org

26 SATURDAY Superhero Boot Camp - Kids will learn from Spiderman, Captain America, Wonder Woman and Batman how to be the ultimate superhero while having their picture taken with them. Superhero shirts and costumes encouraged. $30. 5-6pm.

Nicole Slovak Photography Featuring Dream Come True Toledo, 1700 N. Reynolds Rd. 419-975-9006. nicoleslovak.wixsite.com

Family Hike: Search for Butterflies - Stroll the grounds with a guided tour led by a park interpreter and watch for the butterflies. 1-2:30pm. Toledo Botanical Garden, 5403 Elmer Dr. 419-536-5566. metroparkstoledo.com Free Star Wars Night: Mud Hens vs.

Tides - Meet your favorite Star Wars characters, participate in a costume contest, eat and drink themed food and beverages plus themed activities at this game. $16-$18. 6-10pm. Fifth Third Field, 406 Washington St. 419-725-4367. milb.com

29 TUESDAY Snails are Slimy Fun! - Join ECO Discover! For a take-part snail story, enjoy a snack and look at snails up-close. Free/ Sylvania residents, $5/non-residents.

10-11am. Olander Park Gorman Nature Education Center, 6930 Sylvania Ave., Sylvania. 419-882-8313. olanderpark.com

Mondays Family Support Group - Family members or friends of a loved one with a mental health diagnosis come together to connect with others in this support group. 7-8:30pm.

NAMI, 2753 W. Central Ave. 419-243-1119. namitoledo.org Free

Thursdays Stories & Stroll - Parents enjoy listening to stories and then stroll around the park with your babies from 9 months to 2 years old.

Every Thursday through May 17.

Free/Sylvania residents, $5/nonresidents. 10-11am. Olander Park Gorman Nature Education Center, 6930 Sylvania Ave., Sylvania.

419-882-8313. olanderpark.com Saturdays Storytime at SIP Coffee - Join other parents and children for a fun and educational storytime with picture books. 9:30am. SIP Coffee, 3160 Markway Rd. 419-407-5038. siptoledo.com Free

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