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What’s Growing On 22 Community gardens are sprouting all over town — by Sarah Emily

Parent Profile 24 Joy Hajjar

Journey of the heart — by Erin Marsh

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‘Nana’, ‘Meemaw’, ‘Lulu’...the list goes ON. We want to know what you (or your kids) call ‘grandma’! Share the tradition’s reason, too!

GEMINI KIDS HOROSCOPE

Amanda Zawojski Turner My mom is Gummy. It’s how my oldest said grandma and just stuck!

Jordan Zielinski Read all the comments and I don’t see any other Sittis (sit-tee) It’s Lebanese.

Crystal Lynn Riffle-Bland GRAMCRACKER! My youngest called my mom this and it stuck!

Abby Nichole Landrum My mom is MiMi and Boo is my mother in law.

Heather Lauth They call my mother Busia. And when my grandmother was alive, my daughter knew her as Pra Busia. We have a lot of Polish in our families.

MacKenzie Fischer Gram-bam! She’s a good time! Not really sure how it started, but kids call my grandmother this...maybe we were “rhyming” one day and it stuck? Who knows!?!?!

Jackie Forrester My girls call my mom, mummum Angie Cummons Williams Mamaw and Bebe

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By Kimmie Rose Your Gemini child has an amazing way to communicate and is the peacemaker with peers.

Their natural way of talking to people is a gift! This month your little Gemini will have soaring levels of energy, which will filter through their naturally talkative nature. It’s going to be a month where there will rarely be a quiet moment, but they will be recording every experience.

This is a good time to get out the ABC song book. They will memorize it quickly and recite it to you until there is something else to learn! Singing, rhyming and the use of music are great ways to teach your Gemini child. This month their ability to absorb everything will be at an all-time high.

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No Drive-In Movie

Pizza making proteges Looking for a fun way to spend a Saturday afternoon with the kids?

Look no further. 5th Street Pub on Monroe St. in Sylvania offers kids the chance to make personalized pizzas every Saturday from noon-2pm. With the help of Chef Bruce, kids learn the art of pizza making, then get to enjoy their creation. $5/kid. Noon-2pm.

Every Saturday. 5th Street Pub, 5577 Monroe St., Sylvania.

419-517-5311. 5thstreetpub.com.

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It’s summer, and everyone is looking for ways to get outside- and watch a movie? That’s right, on Saturdays, June 11th through October 1st, a family-friendly movie will be shown outside in Perrysburg’s Commodore School yard. Bring some chairs or a blanket, and don’t forget the snacks! The series kicks things off June 11 with To Kill a Mockingbird; June 18, Captain America, and June 25, Max. What fun! 8pm. 140 E. Indiana Ave., Perrysburg. 419-874-9147. visitperrysburg.com Free

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Cardinal Stritch Catholic High School and Lourdes University recently signed a Catholic Commitment Agreement, which guarantees admission to Lourdes to promising students at select Catholic high schools in the region, and nationally.

“We are pleased to extend guaranteed admission to talented students from such a great high school as Cardinal Stritch,” said Lourdes President Mary Ann Gawelek. “This is an important step in strengthening the relationship Lourdes has with excellent Catholic high schools and academies who prepare graduates for college success.” To qualify, seniors must graduate from high school with at least a 2.5 cumulative GPA. Scholarships, ranging from $3,000 to $8,000 per year, are also available to these students based on their academic performance.

Student songs In 2008, Transylvania native Virgil Lupu began teaching at Forté Music School. Soon after, he took over the business and has grown the enrollment from 150 students to over 500. See why students love the school during the Forté Music School Summer Student Showcase. Students will perform in disciplines including voice, percussion, string, woodwind, brass instruments, and more, during a family-friendly concert open to the community.

Director, Virgil, proud of the students and faculty of Forté Music School, explains “We nurture discipline through the power of music. Students of all ages come here to learn, not just about music but to have a deeper understanding of themselves. Our school gives people the opportunity to build character, create good habits and learn at their own pace.”

Students will perform throughout the day, with separate concerts starting every hour.

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Earn Library Dollars Forget counting change to pay off any library fines. Toledo Lucas County Public Library is offering children and teens a chance to earn Library Dollars just by reading! Children and teens can visit any library location during normal business hours to “read off” their fines. Library Dollars can only be used to pay fines on juvenile cards and cannot be used for missing or damaged materials. Library Dollars must be used the day they are earned for fines already incurred.

“Scan, Bag, Go” now offered at Kroger

Kroger has rolled in a new service to make shopping easier, and quicker at their Perrysburg location. The “Scan, Bag, Go” program allows customers to scan and bag their items as they shop, making checkout less of a hassle. Customers use a handheld scanner (a number of them are available at the entrance of the store) or the “Scan, Bag, Go” mobile app on their phone to scan the items, and the total will ring up as they shop. Once done shopping, customers finish at the self-checkout scanner, where the data will be downloaded, and pay for the groceries. This service must be activated with a Kroger Plus Card. The service will also be offered at Kroger’s Maumee, Sylvania, Holland, and Bowling Green stores. 27322 Carronade Dr. 567-336-4658. kroger.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

www.perfectbraces.com Balance Grille opens downtown location

Last October, Balance Pan-Asian Grille announced opening a fourth restaurant, this one in downtown Toledo. Also, Balance Farms, an 8,000+ square foot urban farm is being developed adjacent to the restaurant, where produce for all Balance locations will be grown. The new location opened May 10 in the arcade area of the Tower on the Maumee parking garage at the corner of Summit and Jefferson. Balance serves healthy Asian fusion tacos, snacks, bowls (along with smaller portioned kids bowls), and seasonal items with a refreshingly changing menu. 215 N. Summit St. 419-243-2222. balancegrille.com Hours: Everyday 11am-9pm

Northwood welcomes new gaming spot

On May 26, Level 419, a new arcade, opened, hosting a launch party for the public. Home to a variety of old-school arcade and console games that any retro gaming fan will appreciate, some offerings include Street Smart, Vigilante, Close Encounters of the Third Kind and pinball machines. Check out their facebook page to see other classics.Inside Indoor Sand, 2538 Woodville Rd., Northwood. 567-277-0537. facebook.com/Level419

Churchill’s Religious Goods and Gifts closes

After 36 years of business, family-owned Catholic shop Churchill’s Religious Goods and Gifts located at 2748 Tremainsville Rd. closed its doors May 12. Since opening in 1982, the store has provided religious items, books, rosaries and gifts for Catholic milestones. Owner Rose Churchill, deciding that it was time to retire, made the decision to close the store.

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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The Toledo Chapter of Jack and Jill celebrated their 65th anniversary at the Sapphire Gala, held at the Toledo Museum of Art.

Toledo Chapter of Jack and Jill 65 years of supporting future African-American leaders

By Erin Holden

Founded in 1938 in Philadelphia, Jack and Jill of America, Inc. was formed to help African American children become strong leaders through volunteer service and education. Immediate Past President and Sapphire Gala co-chair Kelli Winston is a legacy member of the organization, and her children have been involved since they were toddlers.

graduated from college, earned master’s degrees and have blossoming careers in public health and public relations.”

Giving children the tools The organization has made changes over time, but it’s overall message stays the same: it is vital to give all children the tools they need to succeed.

“Jack and Jill has evolved to serve Teach, lead, and impact the unique needs of children and the Originally from St. Louis, Winston community,” Winston said. “The opjoined the Toledo Chapter in 2006. portunities we have to make a differWhen Winston and her husband first ence in the lives of children have grown. moved here they didn’t know anyone, Technology has made our work easier, and the organization faster and better. Brandquickly became a touching has made Jack and stone as they began to Jill more visible. We are feel like a part of the more integrated into our Jack and Jill family. communities, and we Kelli’s 14-year-old son are known as a service and 11-year-old daughgroup that focuses on ter enjoy the friendships children.” they’ve made.

“We have always been Winston was proud to dedicated to the mission be involved in the 65th of our founders,” WinLegacy member Kelli Winston anniversary celebration. ston said. “80 years later with husband, Thomas.

“It’s a huge milestone for we remain committed our chapter,” she said. to all children, teaching “The event really speaks to how the them to lead and serve.” community values children.” A very Winston notes “many positive special moment was when a collabchanges in our society over the years, orative mural was unveiled. It reads however the organization continues “Teach, Lead, Impact” and is filled with to face challenges as it supports the the self-portraits of the children who growth and development of future made it.

African-American leaders. Children in There are many stories of Jack and Jill this country are still facing racism, inmembers who have gone on to do great tolerance, gun violence, education and things in their communities. Winston economic inequality and health chalrecalled two members in particular. lenges. It is critically important that our “Victoria and Olivia Phifer graduated organization encourages our children to from the Toledo Chapter more than speak up and speak out and that they’re seven years ago,” she said. “Both of never too young to make a difference.” these sisters held leadership positions jjtoledochapter@gmail.com in Jack and Jill locally and regionally, facebook.com/ToledoJackandJill 8

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If you’re a first time parent or you’re expecting your fourth child, the birth of a new baby is an exciting time. Parenthood is quite the journeyit’s beautiful and messy and exhausting.

If you’re worried about wading through all the parenting advice or you’re anxious about your pregnancy, we can help.

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How to weed through all the advice for first-time moms

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My first pregnancy, I worried about everything. I read all of the parent magazines, spent hours researching online, and asked every mom I knew for advice.

Despite “doing everything right,” I had a miserable pregnancy. I suffered through pubic symphysis dysfunction, despite (or because of) regular exercise, and I ended up on bedrest with preeclampsia. Since I was at a high risk for having a stroke, which could have been devastating for both me and the baby, the doctors delivered my oldest three weeks early.

During my second pregnancy, I was too busy chasing around a toddler to worry about doing it all perfectly. I did make exercise a priority, but I focused on yoga and weight training instead of cardio, and I ate what I wanted and remained mostly worry-free.

My weight gain was minimal, my blood pressure stayed in the normal range, and I carried my second baby to full-term.

Moral of the story? It’s natural to want to start off motherhood flawlessly, but between social media and the internet, sometimes the pressure to be perfect can be overwhelming. Everyone has an opinion, and for every piece of advice you’re given, you’re likely to hear the opposite belief from someone else. It’s enough to drive anyone mad, but especially a hormonal pregnant woman!

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Parenting is a series of guessing games, so you may as well start practicing how to roll with the punches from the very beginning.

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Yoga Time

Yoga during, and after, pregnancy

By Erin Marsh

New moms may turn to yoga for the first time during pregnancy. Exercise is great for both mom and baby, and yoga’s documented stress relief is an added bonus.

Doctors often recommend yoga, presumably because it can be a gentle, safe way to exercise during pregnancy but, as with any form of exercise, yoga can have risks if practiced incorrectly.

Prenatal classes are a safe bet, but they aren’t always offered at your local yoga studio. Many yoga classes can be adapted for pregnancy. In reality, a prenatal/postnatal yoga class looks very similar to a regular yoga class--just with more props.

If you are new to yoga, try looking for classes such as basic, beginner, gentle, restorative or yin. Those classes tend to be at a slower pace and stick to the fundamental poses. The last thing you want to do is walk into a class where you do 60 vinyasas and stand on your head! If you have been practicing yoga consistently, then you should be able to continue at the level where you feel comfortable.

First Timers Before you join a class for the first time, call to confirm that the instructor has prenatal yoga training or experience. Many instructors have taken additional prenatal training, and they can guide you as to what you should and shouldn’t do, but ultimately, it’s your body, so you have the final say. The instructor, after all, cannot feel what you’re feeling, and each body, and every pregnancy, is different.

Additionally, inform the instructor of your pregnancy. An experienced instructor will be able to provide you with modifications for poses you should avoid.

As a general rule of thumb, inversions should be avoided after the first trimester, and deep twists and lying on your back should be avoided after second trimester. During the first trimester of pregnancy, you should be able to do every pose in a typical yoga class without any adjustments.

Ready, set, relax.

Check out these yoga studios.

Open Arms Wellness Center 2300 Navarre Ave., Ste 204 openarmsmassagestudio.com Essence Mind Body Studio 725 Ford Street, Maumee essencembs.com Yogaja Yoga 3145 Central Ave., Toledo yogajayoga.com

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By Kimberly Feldkamp

I remember where I was when I got the call. I was on the phone with my mom, discussing the shoe size of my kindergartner when the other line beeped.

It was 4:15 pm on Tuesday, January 2, and my doctor’s office was calling.

I wasn’t expecting to hear from them.

“Mom,” I said. “It’s my doctor. Let me take this and I’ll call you back.”

It was the receptionist from Maumee OB/GYN, telling me results from my bloodwork were back. I had blood drawn the week before, as a precaution, and I was told everything was normal before the New Year.

“This is a different part of the blood test,” the receptionist explained. “Your bile acid levels came back incredibly high.”

My mind started racing. My heart sank. This was exactly what I didn’t want to hear.

I heard my voice crack. “Can you put my doctor on?” I asked.

My doctor was calm and confident as she explained what the results meant.

Normal bile acids in your blood are usually 10 or below. My bile acids came back above 60. Severe. Highest numbers she’d ever seen. I did, in fact, have cholestasis of pregnancy.

The diagnosis What is cholestasis of pregnancy? If you’ve never heard of it, you’re not alone.

In fact, this was my fourth pregnancy and I’d never heard of it before; never had come across it in a baby book, never had a doctor explain it, never had a friend or sister-in-law or relative that had it.

According to the American Pregnancy Association, Intrahepatic Cholestasis of Pregnancy commonly known as cholestasis of pregnancy, is a liver disease that only happens in pregnancy. It’s a condition in which the normal flow of bile acid is affected by increased pregnancy hormones. Pregnancy hormones affect liver function, resulting in the slowing or stopping the flow of bile. The gallbladder holds bile that is produced in the liver,

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which is necessary for the breakdown of fats in digestion. When the bile flow in the liver itself is stopped or slowed down, this causes a buildup of bile acids which can spill into the bloodstream. This condition increases the risk of fetal distress, preterm birth and stillbirth.

Cholestasis of pregnancy is more common in the third trimester, when hormones are at their peak, but it usually goes away within days of delivery. It happens to about 1 in 1,000 pregnant women and is diagnosed slightly more in the winter. The most common symptom is severe itching, usually on the palms of your hands and soles of your feet.

I remember hanging up the phone, feeling like I had done something wrong.

This was all my fault. I felt my body had betrayed me this time around. Here I was in my fourth and final pregnancy and now this? How lucky I had been to have three healthy previous pregnancies and babies.

The treatment Thankfully, I didn’t have to deal with the intense itching that comes along with cholestasis for too long. Because mine was caught around 31 weeks, I started on medication to help lower the bile acids levels to keep me and baby safe and my itching went away. I actually felt really good, minus the normal aches and pains of the third trimester. I would be closely monitored, with weekly nonstress tests and ultrasounds, and my doctor wanted to deliver early at 37 weeks, which is considered full term.

I allowed myself a few days of incessant researching, some of which lead me down a dangerous rabbit hole, before I realized there was nothing I could do to change this. I finally realized I didn’t do anything to cause it. I trusted my doctor and our baby looked strong and healthy on all the tests and ultrasounds.

I was induced on Monday, February 12. Our fourth child, a boy (we didn’t find out the gender), was born at 6:29 that night, after eight hours of labor and just nine minutes of pushing. He came out screaming (and he still hasn’t stopped) and was perfectly pink and healthy. We took him home on Valentine’s Day, fitting for the little man who captured our hearts.

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For many parents, cars are synonymous with naps. Whether we throw a colicky baby in the car to lull him to sleep or quietly curse the timing when a child accidentally conks out in the car, most parents have cruised around the city simply to enjoy the peace and quiet.

The next time you’re stuck in the car with a sleeping baby, act as a productive passenger and make sure the driver isn’t aimlessly wasting gas. We’ve compiled a list of places you can visit that either have drive-thru windows (and it’s not fast food) or you can order ahead from your phone for rapid pick-up. So grab a cup of coffee, eat your lunch, or get a couple errands done with our handy list.

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5 Signs that naptime is over

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Some days as a parent, it’s just about making it until nap time. Naps preserve the sanity of both child and parent, and neither is usually willing to let go of that sacred time easily.

Naps are important, and children need to get the recommended amount of sleep specific to their age, but when naps begin to cause more issues than solace, it may be time to drop the practice.

While the loss of naptime often means the end of parent alone time, it also has some perks. No longer are parents tied to the tyranny of nap time; parents are free to schedule events throughout the day without interruption. If a child is ready to drop her nap, it also hopefully means she has the stamina to last through the day without resorting to overtired tantrums.

The tricky part is figuring out when your child is ready to end his nap. Here are some signs that parents have experienced.

1. Your child refuses to nap or

starts skipping naps. While this may seem like the most obvious sign, sometimes it can be tricky discerning between a child simply fighting naptime and one who no longer needs the nap. If your child can skip

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his nap without being cranky and still goes to bed at a normal time, then she may be ready to quit. If your child is temperamental or conks out a couple hours before bedtime, then it may be a phase.

2. Your child can’t fall asleep

at night. Oftentimes kids nap without a problem, but then they xcan’t fall asleep at night, and the bedtime hour gets pushed later and later. Children only need so much sleep at each age, so if they’re getting a few extra hours during nap time, then they will need less time at night. Sometimes waking your child up after an hour nap will do the trick; other times he will need to completely stop napping in order to return to a normal bedtime.

ping to see if that pushes back her rising time. Once she wakes at a reasonable time in the morning, try skipping her nap that day to see how she does.

4. Your child’s behavior begins

to change. You know your child best, and if his behavior is consistently off, then perhaps it’s due to an unneeded nap. You know how some adults wake from a nap in a worse mood than when they went to sleep? Some kids are the same way. The interruption of sleep can throw off their mood and they start acting out. It seems counterintuitive to stop a nap in this situation, but it’s worth trying to see if your child’s behavior improves. Sometimes a behavioral change also coincides with another sign, such as fighting bedtime.

3. Your child wakes up earlier 5. When she doesn’t nap, she and earlier. Similar to the point above, children only need so much sleep in a day, so if they reach their quota between the nap and nighttime sleep, then they will wake up earlier than normal. If your toddler used to sleep until 8 in the morning, and then it was 6, and now it’s 5, it may be time to give up the nap.

However, if your child is waking at 5 a.m., then there is no way she will make it until a normal bedtime. Try waking her up after an hour of nap-

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When your child skips a nap for whatever reason--maybe because of a busy day--and then is her typical, happy self and makes it to her normal bedtime, then she may be ready to skip the nap.

Some kids can make it one day without a nap but not consecutive days, so you may need to play with alternating days or tuning into her general mood and energy level to determine when she needs to nap.

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Spend a day down on the farm. Kids of all ages will enjoy spending time at Rosenbloom’s Farm, a “quaint farm close to home.”

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It offers three different 18 hole courses, and each hole is 32 feet or less in length, which makes it a bit easier for young ones to play.

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Toledo is teeming with great parks and greenspaces so find a favorite one and go for a picnic! Wildwood Preserve Metropark is a great option. The 493-acre park is home to the historic Manor House, and also offers a system of trails that traverse varied terrain, an inclusive playground, and in the summer, a spectacular display of prairie wildflowers and grasses. Pack a picnic lunch or dinner and spend a few hours soaking up everything this park has to offer.

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Adventure Awaits!

You’ll find plenty to do at one of the many parks in the Wood County Park District this summer. Hit the pond with a free paddle experience (with certified instructors) every Monday throughout the summer from 4-7:30pm at W.W. Knight Nature Preserve. Take the plunge and rappel down a cliff at Sawyer Quarry Nature Preserve or embark on a family geocaching adventure. There’s also archery, fishing and hands-on learning programs offered at various parks, so you’re sure to find something for everyone all summer long.

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Enjoy an animal encounter. If you’ve got an animal lover in your family, a trip to Indian Creek Zoo is a must-do this summer.

Located three miles north of Toledo in Lambertville, Michigan, this zoo provides the perfect atmosphere for getting up close and personal with a variety of exotic animals - think giraffes, kangaroos, emus, peacocks and camels. Day passes are just $10 each for adults, $8 for children and youngsters two and under are free.

Entering high school or college can be an exciting time in a young adult’s life, but it also can be an overwhelming experience.

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To assist students, Glass City Federal offers a Student Banking Program designed exclusively for those ages 16 to 22. The program offers various services including a free checking and savings account and a Visa Debit/ATM card that earns Rewards Points. Glass City also offers 24/7 access to accounts with free Mobile/Online Banking and Bill Pay, as well as free Mobile Check Deposit.

Students can receive free text and email alerts to monitor their accounts and download a free fraud protection mobile app to protect their debit card. Students can also take advantage of Glass City’s first-time auto buyer program (loans are subject to credit approval and membership eligibility). Upon opening an account, students will receive a Student Banking kit that includes a Glass City pen and lanyard, helpful financial education tips, and “Life after High School” options.

Since Glass City is a part of the CO-OP Shared Branching network, Glass City members can use other participating credit unions’ branches and ATMs locally and throughout the U.S. at no cost. This is definitely a convenience for Glass City members that are traveling or attending college in a distant location.

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Summer is upon us, which for most kids means spending time outside, playing video games, hanging out with friends and, most of all, no school! But just because school is out doesn’t mean learning has to end. The Toledo Lucas County Public Library keeps kids on track academically and to help build a love for reading.

101 Picture Book Challenge This summer the Toledo Lucas County Public Library will host two reading challenges. The first ever 101 Picture Book Challenge includes a list of picture books showing diversity, award winners, and a selection geared towards babies and toddlers.

We’re celebrating kids and family

The 2018 Summer Reading Challenge is about reading and the library offers challenges like scavenger hunts and online challenges.

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Collaborations with Toledo area businesses and organizations support the programs.

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The fun starts at the Kickoff Party on June 4th at the Main Library Branch downtown. The party runs from 11:301:00pm and the concert begins at noon.

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Children’s Librarian, Washington Branch

“My favorite book on the list is I Want My Hat Back. It’s about a bear who is devastated that he can’t find his hat, and he goes around asking other animals if they’ve seen it. The words and the pictures are spare and economical -- there’s exactly as much artwork and language as is needed to tell the story, and not even a tiny bit extra.”

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Children’s Services Librarian, Sanger Branch Library “My all-time favorite book is Corduroy. It is the story of all of us when we are growing up. Being told we can’t have everything we see, and learning that if we dream big enough, we can make things happen by ourselves. The joy of having a soul mate, of having family, and the love of both is why this story will always remain my all-time favorite.”

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Ever wondered what it would be like to grow your own cucumbers, fresh thyme, mint, melons, and squash? Have you ever watched your kid taste a cherry tomato, right off the vine? Getting involved with a community garden or a local CSA (community supported agriculture project) can make these experiences a reality, at a reasonable cost. The Glass City has more than 200 community gardens and organic CSAs, so getting involved is easy. What are you waiting for? Let’s get growing.

Positive Change Community gardens allow folks to grow fresh, organic produce for their families. Many parents are making the choice buy organic produce to eliminate pesticides from family diets. Growing your own food provides peace of mind that it contains the highest amount of nutrition- fresh from the ground.

Any parent knows how hard it can be to encourage children to eat healthy. Involving your children in the growing season can get them interested in healthy food, and educate them to make better choices when it’s time for dinner. Introducing your family to other socially conscious neighbors can be a reward in itself.

Meet new friends and watch your children learn from others as they dig, weed, water, and harvest.

Meet up for a potluck picnic or story hour in the garden, or host an kid friendly event of your own.

Dance party in the garden!

The positive environmental impact of community gardening is significant. Gardens turn unused vacant lots into peaceful green spaces. Join a garden and help plant pollinator friendly native herbs and flowers that feed honey bees, butterflies, moths, bats and birds. Rain barrels are often used to trap rainwater to reduce water consumption. Small efforts, on a local level, are as vital to our planet as those on a federal, or even global, level. “Be the change you want to see in the world” has always been a great motto to teach to children. Community gardening can help you to live those words today!

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Tender Love and Care Toledo Grows (TG), an nonprofit organization responsible for overseeing the creation of over 100 urban gardens in our area. TG provides resources like tools, soil and seeds for community gardens, hosts educational talks with Master Gardeners, organizes an Annual Seed Swap and provides hands on education and job training for area youth and community garden organizers throughout the greater Toledo area. In addition to assisting local urban gardeners, the Robert J. Anderson Urban Agriculture Center, TG’s headquarters, houses a large greenhouse and expansive three acre farm in downtown Toledo. There are many ways to get involved with Toledo Grows. Families can volunteer at the Urban Farm on Wednesdays, and staff can help connect you to a community garden in your area.

TG also offers a CSA share where families can take home fresh produce by signing up for a membership, or stop by the Market Stand Thursday 11am-3pm, during the growing season. 900 Oneida St., Toledo.

Food Forest Collingwood Garden is being converted into an edible ‘food forest’, providing nutritious food to the neighborhood. For the last several years, the gardeners have been working hard to create a natural, sustainable landscape, implementing sophisticated companion planting techniques. Families looking to volunteer can stop by the garden or contact the group on FB. 2472 Collingwood Blvd., Toledo.

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Uptown Garden Located in Toledo’s Uptown, the Manos Community Garden sprouted in 2011. The space is open to families interested in starting their own raised bed or garden plot. Grow your own food and herbs, and help to keep the space clean and free of debris. Community garden organizer, Alison Osmun told us about her favorite space in the garden. “The entire garden is beautiful from the painted, colorful raised garden beds to the tiled and painted murals, the native plant terrace and the blooming front border beds, herb and berry bushes...” This garden has everything. Jackson & 14th St., Toledo.

It Takes A Farm Things are moving and shaking at the Toledo University Church urban farm and community garden. TUC’s motto, “Growing food, growing awareness, growing compassion” has served them well on their 9 acre farm. Started in 2010 with the mission to provide greater access to fresh produce to Toledo’s underserved community, this urban farm has undergone an impressive transformation thanks to countless hours of sweat and hard work. Seven years later the space boosts a 2000 plant vertical growing system, an orchard, apiary for honey bees, chicken coops, raised beds, greenhouses, garden sheds and hoop houses. Families can get involved in a variety of ways, from growing their own food, to harvesting produce to be donated to local food pantries, like Food For Thought.

4747 Hill Ave., Toledo.

River Road Legacy Perrysburg is home to one of the area’s treasures — the 577 Foundation. Founded in 1989, the space is a natural wonderland right on the Maumee. In addition to hosting community lessons for adults and kids, a historic log cabin, a nature walk, and a library, 577 is home to the area’s only geodesic biodome, housing tropical plants in a year-round greenhouse.

577 offers free community garden plots to families. Come for a visit and talk to the staff about becoming a member of the garden. 577 East Front Street, Perrysburg.

Common Good Garden Those in the Bowling Green community are welcome to join the community garden at Peace Lutheran Church. For over ten years, this garden has been growing food for the community with a ‘giving garden’ model — anyone is welcome to harvest and take what they need while the majority of the produce is donated to the Brown Bag Food Project.

Volunteers welcome. 1021 W. Wooster St., Bowling Green.

Real Farm to Table

CSAs are another way to bring fresh produce, herbs, eggs, honey and more home to your table. Community shared agriculture allows families to buy a membership, which assures a share of the harvest, at a local organic farm or garden.

Ottawa Lake Heritage Farm 4337 Smith Rd, Ottawa Lake, MI. FB page.

Bittersweet Farms 12660 Archbold-Whitehouse Rd., Whitehouse. bittersweetfarms.org Shared Legacy Farms, 3701 S. Schultz-Portage Rd, Elmore. sharedlegacyfarms.com Friendship Farms, 9960 S Berkey Southern Rd, Waterville. frienshipfarmscsa.com Schooner Farms, 14890 Otsego Pike, Weston. schonnerberries.com Toledo Grows, 900 Oneida St. toledogrows.org

Make it Count

Swing into a new routine.

Quality time with your kids

By Brad Augustyniak

In 2018 life is so ridiculously busy and complicated with careers, after school activities, homework, sports, etc… Not to mention the added stresses of social media, political unrest and watching one too many episodes of Caillou. Seriously, what’s wrong with that kid?? When you really drill down, what’s most important? For me (and probably most of you, hey you’re reading this) it’s family. But everyone says that.

Being the dad It means just hangin’ with them. And it means the small things. Think about the things you will miss, and it will make you appreciate everything else even more. For example, I have a special handshake I do with my boys (ages 8 and 5) before they go into school, and I love it. We made them up a few years ago and it’s one of my absolute favorite things I share with them. While my 8 year old still gives me the special ‘shake, he now looks around the school parking lot to see if anyone is watching. My 5 year old asks for shoulder rides at the park, around the house, etc… but he’s getting bigger. My 10 year old daughter asks for me to sit with her and talk each night at bedtime, telling me about her day. But we are approaching her teen years when she will likely be less inclined to share time with me and, perhaps, become a gremlin for a while.

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New traditions And now that the warmer weather is here, it’s a perfect time to create new traditions and age suitable memories. Last summer I took the boys camping and had them help me build a fire; they still talk about it and can’t wait to go again.

Years ago my daughter and I started going on “daddy-daughter days”, loosely planned adventures where the two of us just go and hang out for a while. My favorite was when she was about 6 and we went to Wildwood Park and danced in the flower garden behind the Manor House for a couple hours. She still remembers it and I get teary eyed when thinking about that special memory.

A few months ago we went shopping and had lunch together, complete with bubble tea drinks. So “daddy-daughter days” have evolved, but retain their importance.

My point is, make each day count because once the time is gone you can’t get it back. We all get busy, tired and frustrated, but as dads, it’s our job to be our childrens’ superhero and to always be present, no matter what. So make it count.

Born and raised in Toledo, Brad Augustyniak is a near-lifelong Toledo resident, and the owner of GearUp419.com. He now resides in Sylvania Township with his wife and three children.

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Love Our Kids, Don’t Fix Them

Joy Hajjar reveals her journey, placing her 10-yearold on the heart transplant list

Best holiday memory from when you were a kid?

Sundays at Sitto’s (my grandma).

By Erin Marsh

Joy Hajjar is a bit of a modern-day Mary Poppins. Children are inexplicably drawn to her beauty, kindness, and cheery disposition. She can transform the most mundane task into a game--often with an accompanying song.

While Joy maintains her joyful exterior for her children, her oldest daughter, Rose, who is 10, was recently added to the heart transplant list after numerous heart surgeries and years of complications. She explains, “I don’t always stay joyous! I get very, very scared. But, like every mom, I can’t just completely break down; our kids are watching and taking their cues from us.”

“I also feel like life hasn’t given me any other option,” Joy continues. “We play the cards we are dealt, and every family has their own struggles...and I try my very hardest to count my blessings.

That’s the real secret to joy.”

She jokingly adds, “I’ve heard that car rides without kids and Coldplay blaring is a great place to cry your heart out...but I wouldn’t know!”

A Shocking Discovery Joy’s pregnancy with Rose was easy and uncomplicated. Joy only had one ultrasound, as she was young and healthy, and she vividly remembers the tech saying, “That little stinker has her hand over her heart!”

If the tech had been able to view Rose’s heart, she would have seen that only 3 of the 4 chambers had developed, a congenital heart defect known as hypoplastic right ventricle. Joy says, “I believe Rose was giving me peace in my pregnancy.”

Since the defect was a surprise with Rose’s arrival, she was immediately rushed to the PICU and then to Ann Arbor’s Mott Childrens’ Hospital for emergency heart surgery. Rose endured three open heart surgeries by the time she was two years old.

Joy summarizes, “We believed that once her heart was ‘fixed’ by these surgeries, we could put it all behind us and live a relatively normal and healthy

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After numerous heart surgies and complications, Rose Hajjar is now awaiting a heart transplant. life, which we did for a while. Our other daughters were born--Jasmine and Dahlia--Rose’s interventions were less and less, and she started catching up to the other 4 and 5 year olds and seemed to be doing okay.”

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Joy Hajjar with Jasime, Dhalia, Rose, and husband Elias.

A Heartbreaking Diagnosis The period of respite was short-lived, unfortunately. At age 5, the results of some routine lab work revealed that Rose’s blood protein levels were very low; her diagnosis was protein-losing enteropathy (PLE).

Joy expounds, “[PLE] is basically a complication of the surgeries she had, and it means that her body doesn’t absorb protein, or many other nutrients….

They said there were medications and treatments that could possibly help, but everything was just temporary. There is no cure for PLE, and the only way to possibly get rid of it would be a heart transplant.”

Almost six years later, Rose’s condition is much worse. “We’ve been through the ringer with this illness,” Joy reveals. “Rose takes 12 pills every morning, 5 every afternoon, and another 10 at bedtime. She has a continuous infusion of meds in her PICC line (a peripherally inserted central catheter in her upper arm that allows for intravenous access), she has had hundreds and hundreds of infusions at the hospital, has spent months admitted to the hospital for illness, and even had a fourth open heart surgery last August, hoping to cure the PLE, [but] that wasn’t the case.”

“The PLE has stunted her growth, has caused masses in her liver, is affecting major organs, and she lives with daily joint and muscle pain. It has taken a major toll on her body and will continue to harm her organs as time goes on. Our doctors feel we have exhausted every option possible, and that the only way of helping Rose is with a heart transplant. On February 6, Rose was listed on the National Donor list. We are still waiting.”

Rose Revealed Despite her numerous surgeries and illnesses, Rose maintains her cheery, and humorously sassy, disposition. Joy describes Rose as “very bright--a math and puzzles girl. She loves to be around people, is great at public speaking and can be very tempermental!”

When Joy asked Rose if she could use “tempermental” to describe her, Rose responded, “Yeah, it’s okay. People can know I freak out sometimes.”

Joy and her husband, Elias Hajjar, credit their families as their largest support systems during the many tough times.

Joy exclaims, “Our parents and siblings save us on a daily basis. Literally.”

She adds, “We feel lifted up in prayer, always. Sometimes I meet someone for the first time and they tell me, ‘I’ve been praying for your daughter.’ People are so good.”

Restaurant Family Elias owns and runs Poco Piatti, recently opening a second location in Sylvania, and he works long hours. Joy says, “I don’t take for granted the luxury I have of being a full-time, stay-at-home mom...fully available to take care of our home life and [have] the flexibility I need for Rose’s care while my husband runs the restaurants.”

Joy reminisces, “When I started dating Elie, my dad said to me, ‘Joy, the restaurant business is a very different way of life.’ My response was, ‘Whatever dad.’

He was so right though! Weekends and holidays have been an adjustment, but I’ve come to learn that when you embrace it, Tuesday nights out aren’t so bad, and the small sacrifices we make are well worth the perks.”

She adds, “The girls are all really interested in the restaurants, and they got to be a big part of opening the new location on Central Avenue. Sometimes they go in on a Saturday afternoon to help bake the bread. Elie does a great job of making family time a priority and Sundays become a sacred day for spending time together.”

When life becomes overwhelming, Joy reminds herself that “our job as parents is to love our kids, not fix them.

That gives me some control when I feel like I have none. If loving is the job, I can do that!”

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Dealing with divorce How to create a new normal

By Kate Ingersoll

Divorce, a reality for many couples, can be particularly difficult for children.

Once parents break the news, it’s important to keep it simple with younger kids as they typically only want to know the basics— what the divorce means, that it isn’t their fault, and where they will live once things are finalized. High parental conflict can be damaging to any child, so it’s vital to set boundaries and shield them from heated arguments. Above all, maintaining a sense of calm is one of the best ways to provide a loving foundation when a child’s world becomes jumbled through a parental split.

Creating a New Normal “It’s common for family members to display a wide variety of emotions during a divorce, including sadness, fear, anxiety and even relief,” says Lori Christman, administrative court counselor at the Lucas County Common Pleas Court, Domestic Relations Division. “We find that children can do well with divorce. Our county requires parents of minors to participate in the Assisting Our Kids (A OK) Program which teaches do’s and don’ts for helping children through the process.”

Christman’s main goal is to support parents in presenting a united front whenever possible, especially when they aren’t feeling united. She also encourages moms and dads to seek counseling to help deal with the ongoing process of separation and to create a “new normal.”

Supporting Your Child While younger children may be more likely to express their emotions during a divorce, older kids often pretend that everything is alright. “Many times they don’t want to talk about it,” says Joan Freeman, a family therapist. “It’s appropriate to let teachers and caregivers know general information about the divorce and custody arrangements. If a child is older, parents should ask if he/ she wants to tell their coaches or friends’ parents.”

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Family therapist Joan Freeman, RN, LPCC. Freeman stresses that often younger children need to be reassured that they are loved by both parents, even though they all no longer live together. It’s important to be consistent with communication for tweens and teens. Moms and dads should use the same language to avoid confusion and set similar expectations for behavior in both households.

In all situations, it’s vital for parents to speak to each other directly, not through their children.

While it’s normal for little ones to express sadness, older children may not want to talk about the divorce. Keeping lines of communication open encourages healthy expression of emotions.

If parents notice their child becomes more aggressive or withdrawn, Freeman provides knowledgeable support in navigating the complicated process of divorce. “The most important thing parents can do is be present for their kids,” she says.

Divorce is a major life event; however, if parents can find a way to communicate civilly, the original family unit can continue to be a source of stability.

Christman offers an essential reminder: “Parents are role models in everything, including the divorce. With time and consistent effort, the family can get through it and be alright.”

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2200 Maple St. Maumee, Oh 43537 The Shops At Fallen Timbers 567-302-3030 Mon-Thur: 11a.m.-11p.m. (12a.m.)

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A Barrel Of Fun

Toledo welcomes “Lima-style” pizza

By Karen L. Zickes

Did you know “Lima style pizza” is a thing??? That was news to me. My neighbor who grew up in Lima began talking about the new Beer Barrel Pizza and Grill and said she’s never found a place in the T-town area that has pizza just like in Lima, Ohio except this place.

That meant the pizza posse was on the move, and we added another family to the group.

A barrel of fun… but loud Eleven of us in the pizza posse met up on a Wednesday evening. Beer Barrel doesn’t take reservations, or call ahead seating, so we waited about a half hour to be seated. Weekends can run over an hour of wait time. Our 6:30p.m. arrival found the place packed…and LOUD. I suppose the acoustics of the open ceiling as well as the fact that every table was full made it extra noisy. We didn’t mind hanging out around the wood burning fireplace near the entrance though.

I loved the aroma of the wood fire throughout dinner as well. The décor was a bit rustic while the Tiffany lights above the booths make for a quaint touch.

Seated at a long table the dining area was still so loud that you could really only talk to the person sitting right next to you, until the place started clearing out around 7:45p.m. On the flip side, if you want to bring the little ones with you there will be no worries that they might be too loud. Very family friendly, we did have a barrel of fun together there.

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Lima roots Beer Barrel, a local hole in the wall with great food, opened in Lima in 1965.

In 2008 John Heaphy and his son Tony bought the original building, adding a second location in 2009. Jump to 2018 and they have six locations spread out between Toledo and Hilliard, outside of Columbus. According to Mr. Heaphy they opened in The Shops At Fallen Timbers in December and have been welcomed by the community.

Aside from the great pizza, General Manager Kelli Spindler also thinks it’s the atmosphere, fun and energetic staff, and diverse menu that keep people coming back. Yes, the menu offers much more than just pizza.

Pizza a plenty and more Let’s first discuss “Lima style pizza.”

According to Heaphy, it’s square cut, with toppings under the cheese, not too thick and not too thin. “That is the original style pizza since 1965,” said Heaphy.

And yes, the crust WAS different from many other pizza places. The pizza posse devoured the thin crust and deep dish style pizzas, as well. The sweet and spicy, pulled pork pizza was a delight, topped with fresh cilantro, while the roasted eggplant vegetable pizza was unique and flavorful. We also enjoyed ol’ stand by pepperoni pizzas along with vegetarian pizzas, and even personal size pizzas, which are a great option for kids.

Though I have never met a child who didn’t like pizza, they do offer a kids’ menu for those 10 and under, with items at only $4.99. Choices included creamy mac n cheese, a chicken and noodles

Lima-Style

Pizza

meal with mashed potatoes, spaghetti and meatballs, chicken tenders and grilled cheese.

Beyond the pizza menu, you will find so much more. They offer burgers, wraps, 10 varieties of subs, items from the grill, pasta dishes, and even traditional comfort food fare such as meatloaf and chicken and egg noodles with potatoes for only $8.49. I need to return.

S’mores indoors You can actually make s’mores right at your table! They provided us with all the fixins and the kids had a blast roasting their marshmallows right there at the table and assembling their own s’mores.

We all agreed it was a unique and sweet ending to a fun-filled evening with family and friends.

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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:

The Short Course Kid-friendly: Yes.

To avoid wait: Before 5:30p.m.

Weekend waits can run over an hour during peak times.

Noise level: Very loud during peak times.

Bathroom amenities: Changing stations in both restrooms.

High chairs: Yes. Got milk? Yes. Kids’ menu? Yes. Allergies? Gluten free crust and cauliflower crust available. No peanut oil used. Special procedures to mitigate any cross contamination, but understand if you have a severe gluten allergy, dough is made from scratch and there is a lot of flour flying around.

The “Lima style pizza” is different from other pizza around town. The family friendly atmosphere is welcoming and I guarantee a fun-filled visit for all.

Know that you can be waiting a very long time during peak weekend hours and those times can be extremely loud in the restaurant. Be sure to check out the DIY s’mores. The kids will love it.

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Down On the Farm

Saturday, 6.16 / Sauder Village

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

1 FRIDAY Baby Tour - Bring your infants (up to 18 months) for a lively tour as they respond to large colorful paintings and gain early visual literacy skills. 6-7pm. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free Family Center Activities: Under the Table Art - Create artwork lying on your back, inspired by Michelangelo painting the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel. 3:308pm. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free Snooze at the Zoo - Stay overnight at the Zoo while making enrichments for the animals, taking tours, meet the animals up close and eat a delicious meal. Multiple dates throughout the month, check online.

Register in advance. $50. 6:30pm-10am the next day. Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way. 419-385-5721 ext. 2042. toledozoo.org Toledo Speedway Night of Destruction! - Cars in flames! Busses and boats on fire! It’s loud, it’s wild, and it’s the demolition derby. Be impressed, oh the humanity! Kids $3, adults $16.

7:30pm. Toledo Speedway, 5639 Benore Rd. 419-727-1100. toledospeedway.com

2 SATURDAY East Toledo Storybook Festival Watch a puppet show, participate in fun literacy games and activities, receive a free children’s book, and meet Daniel Tiger and Katerina Kittycat from Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood. 10am-1pm.

Waite High School, 301 Morrison Dr. 419-691-1429. etfc.org Free Bark in the Park - This dog friendly 5k run and 1-mile walk features games, food trucks, raffles and live music. Proceeds benefit the Toledo Area Humane Society. $30 race entry. 9am-1pm. Side Cut MetroPark, 1025 W. River Rd., Maumee.

419-891-0705. toledohumane.org Community Touch-a-truck - Families can explore the many different types of vehicles and their purposes in various careers. Touch, investigate, and climb on fire trucks, motorcycles, construction vehicles, semi-trucks, food trucks, and others, plus have fun with more kid-friendly activities. 11am-2pm. Reynolds Elementary School, 5000 Norwich Rd. 419-671-1500. tps.org Free Homesteading: The Doctor Is In - Pioneers of all ages explore the Johlin Black Swamp Cabin and see how home life has changed throughout the years by lending a hand with the medicine. 11am-3pm. Pearson Park, 761 Lallendorf Rd., Oregon. 419-407-9700. metroparkstoledo.com Free 109th King Wamba Parade - To kick off Festival Weekend, this colorful parade will roll through the streets of Collingwood, Bancroft, Woodruff and through the neighborhood. A new King Wamba and Queen Sancha will be crowned. 10am. 567-698-7969. toledooldwestend.com Free

Farming is an essential part of Ohio’s history, with settlers from Germany and Eastern Europe putting down roots as early as the 1800s. Visitors to the Village will be amazed at the 9th Annual Antique Tractor Show, part of the Agricultural Adventure days at Sauder, June 12-17. Families can roam the historic recreated town, farmyard, workshops, and make the all-important stop at the Doughbox Bakery. 10am-5pm. $11-17. Kids under five are free. 22611 State Rt. 2, Archbold. 419-446-2541.

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Maple & Main Street Fair - Downtown Sylvania, aka, the Red Bird Arts District, will host its annual Art & Music Festival. Browse fine art, stop into local shops and listen to live entertainment on the festival stage. The streets will be full of food vendors and refreshment stands as well as fun family activities. 11am9:30pm. Main St. & Maple St., Sylvania.

419-517-0118. sylvaniaarts.org Think Tank Workshop: Squid Dissection - Kids will explore the anatomy of squids in detail and learn how they move and eat their prey, and what diet they consume. $6/members, $8/ non-members. 2pm every Saturday and Sunday. Imagination Station, 1 Discovery Way. 419-244-2674. imaginationstationtoledo.org

3 SUNDAY Wildlife Fest - Meet ambassador animals, learn about conservation wildlife rehabilitation and the animals in your own backyard, and visit the activity and education stations by Nature’s Nursery and Partners for Clean Streams. 1-4pm.

Toledo Botanical Garden, 5403 Elmer Dr. 419-270-7500. metroparkstoledo.com Free

4 MONDAY Family Storytime - Kids ages 2-5 and their favorite grownups are invited to join the fun. Share stories, rhymes, music and movement at this community play date.

7-7:30pm. Maumee Library Branch, 501 River Rd., Maumee. 419-259-5360. toledolibrary.org Free

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Sunday, 6.10 / Hensville Park

Sunday, Hensville Park turns into a seriously fun playground. Welcome to the Inflatable Theme Park hosted by the Toledo Mud Hens where bouncy dreams are realities. Free to anyone with a Mud Hens ticket, the park will feature dozens of airfilled playground structures and games. So catch the game and then head next door to where screams of joy fill the air. What a day! $16.

406 Washington St. 419-725-4367. hensvilletoledo.com

5 TUESDAY 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 Webelos, Into the Wild - Young ones in 4th and 5th grade will hike through a variety of ecosystems found in Northwest Ohio and become an amateur naturalist. $5/members, $6/non-members. 5:307pm. Side Cut MetroPark, 1025 W. River Rd., Maumee. 419-407-9700. metroparkstoledo.com Family Center Activities: For the Birds - Create a bird feeder, nest, or bird house inspired by the Before Audubon exhibition. 10am-3pm. Also open 10am3pm Thursday, June 7, 3:30-8pm Friday, June 8 and noon-5pm Saturday, June 9.

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

6 WEDNESDAY Cinemark Summer Movie Clubhouse - Throughout the month, kids and their family can watch kids movies for only $1. Check out the website for a full list of dates and times. $1. Franklin Park Mall, 5001 Monroe St. 419-473-3317. cinemark.com/clubhouse CONTINUED ON P. 30

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CONTINUED FROM P. 29 Wonders of Yoga - Build strength and confidence through physical postures, deep breathing and mindfulness. This class welcomes any age from pre-K to adult. Register online. Free/ Sylvania residents, $5/ non-residents. 4:30-5:30pm.

Also meets Wednesday, June 20. Olander Park, 6930 Sylvania Ave. 419-882-8313. olander.recdesk.com Squirt Gun Painting - Tweens and teens will create one-of-a-kind artwork using squirt guns. 4-5pm. Washington Branch Library, 5560 Harvest Ln. 419-259-5330. toledolibrary.org Free

7 THURSDAY Donut Wars Rock! - Teens will decorate their own donut, vote on their favorites, then eat the ones they created.

3-4pm. Lagrange Branch Library, 3422 Lagrange St. 419-259-5280. toledolibrary.org Free

8 FRIDAY Blessed Sacrament Parish Festival - Have a great time with the family eating the best food and Polish dinner, getting on the rides, checking out vendors, playing games and having a chance to win $6,000 in the ticket raffle.

Adults can hang out in the beer tent playing poker and bingo. Free to attend, ticket prices for games and rides vary. 6-11pm.

Also 5pm-midnight Friday, June 8, 2pmmidnight Saturday, June 9 and noon6pm Sunday, June 10. 419-472-2288. blessedsacramentfestival.com

Playful Pastimes: Canal Times - Learn how children used to pass the time while riding on a canal boat and making a historic game. Enjoy muffin samples made with stone ground flour from the Isaac Ludwig Mill. For ages 3-12. $6/members, $7/non-members. 11am12:30pm. Providence Park, 13801 S. River Rd., Grand Rapids. 419-407-9700. metroparktoledo.com Boy Scout Sleepover - Scouts will experience a campout right on Fifth Third Field. Activities include a pregame parade, watching the Mud Hens game, postgame fireworks, running the bases, and then setting up tents for the sleepover. $12 Mud Hens ticket, plus $8 for activities/sleepover, and $5 for in-game picnic snack and breakfast buffet. 6pm9am Sunday, June 10. The Girl Scout Sleepover will be held Friday, June 15.

Fifth Third Field, 406 Washington St. 419-725-9292. mudhens.com Toddler Tour - Meet outside the Family Center for a hands-on tour, engaging with interactive learning materials, bringing the artwork to life. 3-4pm. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free

10 SUNDAY Glow Roll - Get out the bikes, helmets, and lights for a fun night of community cycling through the park. Family friendly 6 & up. 9-10pm. Secor Metropark, 10001 W Central Ave. 419-407-9710. metroparkstoledo.com

Garden Explorer Camp: Entering 3rd-5th grade - In this week-long camp your little ones will learn about pollinators and plants, plant sunflowers, build a solar oven, and other hands-on experiences. $75. 9am-noon everyday through Friday, June 15. The 577 Foundation, 577 E. Front St. 419-874-4174.

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12 TUESDAY Pizza and Pages - Teens will discuss books, hot topics, and current events while enjoying pizza. 2-3pm. Main Branch Library, 325 Michigan St. 419-259-5200. toledolibrary.org Free

13 WEDNESDAY Young Makers: Robot Builders - Kids ages 7-12 build and explore their own robots with Kat Attack Robotic Club. Registration required.

2-4pm. King Road Branch Library, 3900 King Rd. 419-259-5380. toledolibrary.org Free

16 SATURDAY Free Family Carnival - There’s plenty of fun at this event including inflatables, good food and classic carnival games.

11am-3pm. Emmanuel Baptist Church, 4207 W. Laskey Rd. 419-473-3280. ebcsonshine.com Free String Art Class at Schedel Gardens - Instructor Julie Amrine will lead this art project for kids designing a unicorn, Eiffel Tower, giraffe, owl, dolphin, mouse, or a string art piece to take home.

$20. 10:30am. Schedel Gardens, 19255 W. Portage River South Rd., Elmore.

419- 862-3182. schedel-gardens.org Kids Cake Decorating with Wonder Women - Decorate a superhero-themed cake with your child and enjoy entertainment by Wonder Women. Space is limited, register by Friday, June 8. $40/child, $40/adult. 450 W. Dussel Dr., Maumee.

419-464-5165. facebook.com/CelebrateYou12

17 SUNDAY First Days of Summer Sun Prints - Make art using the sun and special light-sensitive paper. Noon-5pm. Also open 10am-3pm Tuesday, June 19 and Thursday, June 21, 3:30-8pm Friday, June 22, and noon-5pm Saturday, June 23.

Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free Father’s Day Celebration and BBQ - Dad’s receive free admission to the Zoo when they bring their children.

For a separate fee, the BBQ will feature a lunch buffet, animal demonstrations and kids crafts from 11:30am-1:30pm. $20$30. Admission hours: 10am-5pm. Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way. 419-385-5721. toledozoo.org/fathersday Sonshine VBS - This five-day vacation bible school for children in Pre-K to 6th grade consists of Bible lessons, crafts, games, skits and snacks. Register your child in advance. 6:30-8:30pm through Thursday, June 21. Emmanuel Baptist Church, 4207 W. Laskey Rd. 419-473-3280. ebcsonshine.com Free

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18 MONDAY Pottery & Cooking for Kids: Entering 4th-12th grade - This 3-day course covers how to make hand built kitchen inspired pots, plates, bowls and a mug, plus a simple cooking lesson. $75. 10am-noon.

Also meeting Wednesday, June 20 and Friday, June 29. The 577 Foundation, 577 E. Front St. 419-874-4174. 577foundation.org Summer Art Camp for Teens 12-17: Mixed Media Exploration - During this 5-day camp, students will explore various mediums of art and techniques including drawing, painting, polymer clay, paper and printmaking, themed around their favorite pet or animal.

Register in advance, space is limited. $90.

10:30am-1:30pm through Friday, June 22.

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

20 WEDNESDAY Story Time in the Manor House - Meet in the Manor House Library and accompany your little one during story time, crafts, and then a short hike outside.

Reservations required. $3. 10:30am-noon.

Also meets Thursday, June 28. Wildwood Preserve Metropark, 5100 W. Central Ave. 419-535-3050. metroparkstoledo.com What’s Cooking? - See what’s cooking at the Library, learn cooking basics, practical tips for purchasing and preparing, and eat some tasty food. 4:30-5:30pm. Main Branch Library, 325 Michigan St. 419-2595200. toledolibrary.org Free

22 FRIDAY Alice in Wonderland, Jr. - See Waterville Playshop’s Young Production of this kids classic that follows the adventure of Alice after falling through a rabbit hole to Wonderland. Price TBA. 8-9:15pm Friday and Saturday, June 25, and 2:30-3:45pm Sunday, June 24. Maumee Indoor Theatre, 601 Conant St., Maumee. 419-823-7364. watervilleplayshop.org

23 SATURDAY 4th Annual Lego Challenge at the Great Lakes Museum - Kids will choose from thousands of Legos to build their masterpiece. After completing their creation, a picture will be taken for the contest. The most likes on FB will win a family membership to the Museum. Admission is $8 for kids, $11 for adults. 1701 Front St. 419214-5000. inlandseas.org Crosby Festival of the Arts - Celebrating its 53rd year, the Crosby festival is regarded as Ohio’s oldest outdoor juried art festival. Toledo Grows will be offering educational activities for kids throughout the festival. $8, kids 12 under are free. 10am-5pm. Sunday 24, 10am4pm. Toledo Botanical Garden, 5403 Elmer Dr. 419-536-5566. toledogrows.org Ohio Chautauqua - Based on the populist tradition of traveling speakers and performers, Rossford comes alive with historical reenactments of some of America’s greatest leaders. Saturday is Family Day and the park will be filled with family activities, local food vendors, storytelling and live music under the big tent. 1-9pm.

Rossford Veterans Memorial Park, 300 Hannum Ave., Rossford. 419-666-0210. visitrossfordohio.com Free

24 SUNDAY Kids Pop-Up Class - Have your children between ages 5-9 learn the basics of yoga and its benefits. $5. 3-3:45pm.

Toledo Yoga, 4324 W. Central Ave. 419-531-0006. toledoyoga.com Mini Sessions with Belle and Cinderella - Meet your favorite princesses and have your professional photo taken with them at the Museum. Receive five-ten edited photos in an online gallery with a print release. Book your session by calling. $150. 10am-4pm. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-214-8849. nicoleslovak.wixsite.com

25 MONDAY Preschool Rock-n-Roll - Dance to oldtime rock and paint a pet rock. For ages 2-6. 10-11am and 2-3pm. Waterville Branch Library, 800 Michigan Ave. 419-878-3055. toledolibrary.org Free

26 TUESDAY Kempo Kids Talk - Kempo Martial Arts will teach kids about strengthening character traits and confidence-building exercises with self-discipline, focus and respect.

Registration required. 6-7pm. King Road Branch Library, 3900 King Rd. 419-2595380. toledolibrary.org Free

27 WEDNESDAY Future Mud Hen Three-Day Skills Camp - Kids aged 7-14 will learn baseball fundamentals on fielding, hitting, baserunning, pitching, strength, and conditioning with in-depth instruction. $140.

10am-1pm Wednesday, June 27 through Friday, June 29. Fifth Third Field, 406 Washington St. 419-720-6535. mudhens.com

28 THURSDAY Collaborative Playwriting - Your kids will learn basic story structures and work together to write a short play with Children’s Theatre Workshop. Registration required. 6-7pm. West Toledo Branch Library, 1320 Sylvania Ave. 419-259-5290. toledolibrary.org Free

29 FRIDAY Outdoor Film Night - Bring chairs or a blanket and enjoy a free outdoor movie, Wes Anderson’s film, Moonrise Kingdom (2012). Two unconventinal teenages fall in love and runaway. What could happen next is anyone’s guess in this charming flick. Refreshments will be available. 9pm.

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

30 SATURDAY Harry Potter Night at the Mudhens - Fans of the popular novels/ movies should be thrilled- it’s Harry Potter night at the ballgame. Wonderful Wizards pregame party featuring Quidditch activities, a costume contest, and a magic show and fireworks. Party includes dinner buffet and magic wand, and game. $40.

Fifth Third Field, 406 Washington St. 419-725-4367. hensvilletoledo.com

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Wednesdays

Brown Bag Concerts - Every Wednesday in June and July, enjoy a free concert. Bring a blanket, chairs, and your lunch and sit back and enjoy. Performances include: Glass City Steel (Caribbean/percussion), and Elisa and Chuck Hage (children’s’ music). No music July 4th. Noon-1pm. Main Library, 325 Michigan St. 419259-5200. toledolibrary.org/brownbag Free

First Wednesdays

Toddler Trails - Wildwood Preserve hosts Toddler Trails, every first Wednesday of the month. Enjoy the outdoors with a guide and other families with children 3 & under. Register online. $2. 10-11am. Wildwood Preserve MetroPark, 5100 W. Central Ave. 419-270-7500. metroparkstoledo.com

Third Wednesdays

King Library Homeschool Tour - Looking for a welcoming place for your kids to learn and meet other homeschoolers? The King Library branch hosts Homeschooler Wednesdays every third Wednesday of the month. Share in a family activity together and bring back a boat load of books. 1:30-2:30pm. King Library, 3900 King Rd., Sylvania. 419-259-5380. toledolibrary.org/locations/king-road Free

Saturdays

Storytime at SIP Coffee - Join other families during this interactive story time and enjoy a cup of coffee or tea. 9:30am. SIP Coffee, 3160 Markway Rd. 419-407-5038. siptoledo.com Free

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Maumee Uptown Saturdays Series This event features live music, food trucks, and various family-friendly activities every Saturday in June. 5:30-8pm Downtown Maumee, E. Wayne and Conant Streets. maumeeuptown.com Free

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