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Red Bird Art Walk

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14 – 15A Congratulations to the Finalists of the fourth annual Sylvania AdVantage and Genoa Bank We Love Small Businesses Campaign!

Let the voting begin!

April Showers

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Sylvania’s third graders will be coloring

April Showers!

The colorful ducklings will be on display at the May Art Walk!

Stay Tuned!

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Jeri Kozak, her granddaughter Campbell and daughter-in-law, Jessica talk with Sarah Dusseau in the Element 112 parking lot.

Sylvania Business Expo

Sarah Best, center, is greeted

by Natalie and Ben Sprott at the Expo.

Spring Art Festival

John Wittes and his son Andrew check out the cards from Pine Cone Press created by the Sisters of Saint Francis

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Happenings Congratulations Main Street Small Business Nominees Expo Business Food Coloring Contest Winners Schools Mud Hens Opening Day Summer Camp Real Estate

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Ongoing

Alateen Meeting An Alateen meeting for children and teens ages eight and up who are affected by a loved one’s alcohol or drug use is held Sunday nights from 7:30-8:30 pm at the United Church of Christ, 7240 Erie St. Call 419-537-7500 for more information.

Alzheimer’s Association An Alzheimer’s Association support group meets the third Thursday of each month from 5:30-6:30 pm at Aspen Grove, 7515 Secor Rd., Lambertville, Mich. Call 800-272-3900 or mready@alz.org.

Aquatic Exercise for Survivors CPW and The Victory Center offer aquatic exercise for survivors at CPW, 3130 Central Park West, on Wednesdays from 6-7 pm.

Free to all survivors through a grant from The Rotary Club of Toledo.

Aromatherapy Aromatherapy takes place the first and third Wednesday of each month from 1-2 pm at The Victory Center, 5532 W. Central Ave., Suite B. This program is free to people with a cancer diagnosis and is sponsored by ProMedica Cancer Institute. Call the Victory Center at 419-531-7600 for details.

Boomers Resource Network Boomers Resource Network meets every Thursday at Uncle John’s Restaurant, 11:30 am-1 pm. Call 419-865-8503 or visit boomersrn.com.

Cancer Support Group A cancer support group meets the second Monday of each month, 6:30 pm, at Mercy Health, St. Anne Hospital, second floor Cancer Library. Open to patients, family and caregivers. Call Marilyn at 419-865-0659 or Laura at 419-754-1277 for more information.

Diabetes Education Support Group Monthly support group for people living with Type 2 diabetes meets on the third Wednesday of each month at 6 pm at the ProMedica Mary Ellen Falzone Diabetes Center, Conference Room A, 2100 W. Central Ave., free and open to the public.

Call 419-291-6767 or contact sarah.cordrey@promedica.org.

Double ARC Online Parent Support Group A free support group for parents and guardians of children with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders facilitated by FASD specialists meets the second Tuesday from 78 pm at the Double ARC building, 5800 Monroe St., Bldg. F-5.

Food Addicts in Recovery Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous meets every Monday night at 7 pm at Epworth United Methodist Church, 4855 W. Central Ave. Contact Stoney at 734-635-1392, email stoney1g@aol.com or visit

foodaddicts.org.

God Works!

Crossroads Community Church, 6960 Sylvania-Petersburg Rd., Ottawa Lake, Mich., offers God Works!, providing a warm meal to anyone in need each Thursday. Doors open at 5:30 pm; meal is at 6 pm.

Healing Service The Victory Center invites all cancer patients and survivors to a Healing Service on the third Tuesday of each month at Epworth United Methodist Church, 4855 W. Central Ave. The Healing Service is free and open to the public.

Register by calling 419-531-7600.

Mom2mom Mom2mom is a way for moms to get connected with others who are also journeying through motherhood. We meet the first Wednesday of every month from September through May from 9:15-11:15 am at Christ the Word Church, 3100 Murd Rd. Childcare is provided. Check out facebook.com/ Mothers’ Center of Greater Toledo First and third Thursday meetings for fun, food and friendship from 9:45 to11:15 am at West Toledo YMCA, 2110 Tremainsville Rd., Toledo.

Developmentally appropriate childcare provided. For info visit motherscenter.net.

Nar-Anon A 12-step program for families and friends of addicts meets on Saturdays from 10-11 am at Mercy St. Anne’s, 3404 W. Sylvania Ave, third floor conference room and Wednesdays from 7-8:30 pm at Harvest Lane Alliance Church, 5132 Harvest Ln. Olivet Lutheran Church’s Free Community Meal Olivet hosts a free community meal each Wednesday in the Christian Life Center. Enjoy food and fellowship at 5840 Monroe St. Call 419-882-2077 or visit olivetsylvania.org.

Pet Loss Support Group SylvaniaVet hosts a pet loss support group meeting at Christ Presbyterian Church, 4225 W. Sylvania Ave., 7 pm the second Tuesday of each month. Park in the back. Call 419-8854421.

Prostate Cancer Support Group A prostate cancer support group meets the fourth Monday of each month at 6:30 pm at Cancer Center library at St. Anne’s Hospital. For info, call 419-346-2753 or 419-344-9830.

Stamp Collectors Club of Toledo Meets first and third Thursdays,Sept.-May at Perrysburg Masonic Hall - 590 E South Boundary at 7 pm. Each meeting is a program or member auction.

Stroke Support Group Monthly support group for stroke survivors and their caregivers. Group meets on the fourth Thursday of the month from 4 - 6 pm at ProMedica Flower Hospital, 5200 Harroun Rd. Contact 419-291-7537 or

EVENT SUBMISSIONS Items must be submitted one week prior to publication and will be printed on a space-available basis. Email information to editor@yourgood.news.

Please include a phone number in case more information is needed. stroke.support@promedica.org.

Two chapters of TOPS,1961 and 1672, meet at King of Glory Lutheran Church, 6715 Brint Survivors of Suicide Support Group Rd. Meetings are held Mondays from 9Meets on the first Tuesday of the month at 10:30 am and Tuesdays from 6:30-7:30 pm the Advent Lutheran Center, 6735 W. Call 419-478-1103 or 419-841-6436 for Sylvania Ave. at 7 pm Email Mark Hill at information.

TOPS is not church affiliated.

MHill@lssnwo.org or call Nancy Yunker at Toledo Area Genealogy Society 419-517-7553 for more information.

Meets from 7-9 pm the second Monday of Taizé Service the month September through June at A Taizé Service is held monthly on the third Sylvania United Church of Christ, 7240 Erie Thursday at 7 pm in SUCC’s Christ’s Chapel, St. Visit tagstoledo.org for info.

7240 Erie St. 419-882-0048.

Toledo Country Live Band TAME Meeting Toledo Country Live Band is in concert the The Toledo Area Miniature Enthusiasts meet first and third Saturday, 6 pm at the Church the first Saturday of each month from 1- 4 pm of St. Andrew United Methodist, 3620 in the Sylvania Heritage Museum Carriage Heatherdowns Blvd. Light refreshments. Free.

House, 5717 Main St. 734-847-6366.

Information 419-262-4453.

TOPS Meetings (Take Off Pounds Sensibly)

Sylvania Senior Center Programs

Hours: 8 am- 5 pm Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri • 8 am-7:30 pm Tuesdays LUNCH is served from 11:30-12:15 pm. Mon-Fri; suggested donation for ages 60+ is $2.50; non-senior is $5.62, Make reservation by noon the day before.

TUESDAY EVENING DINNER served from 4:30-5:15, $8/person; reserve by 2 pm the Friday before Billiards: Mon-Fri open all day, weekly; Computer Lab: open when classes are not in session; Open Gym: open when classes are not in session; Quilting & Sewing: Tue & Thu, 8-12 noon, weekly; Woodshop: Tue, Thu & Fri, 1-3, weekly; Woodcarvers: Tue, 3-6 weekly March - Dec. Transportation to Senior Center & Shopping: call Deb, 419-885-3913 04/17 Strength/Balance: Wed 1-2, 6-7 pm * Fri 10:30-11:30, weekly, * 04/24 Jazzercise: Mon-Fri call Christy for Movie Day: Wed 1-3, RSVP, details 419-460-1734 monthly Strength/Balance: Wed 1-2, Fri Woodcarving Class: Mon Wed 10:30-11:30, weekly, * 1-3, weekly, ltd. occupancy Hatha Yoga: afternoon practice, Hatha Yoga: afternoon practice, Wed 2:30-4, weekly, * Wed 2:30-4, weekly, * 04/25 Jazzercise: Mon-Fri call Christy 04/18 Jazzercise: Mon-Fri call Christy for details 419-460-1734 for details 419-460-1734 Podiatrist: by appt., monthly Strength Training: Mon & Thu Strength Training: Mon & Thu 10-11, weekly, * 10-11, weekly, * Chair Yoga: Mon, Tue & Thu Rug Hooking: 1st & 3rd Thu, 11:30-12:30, weekly, * 10-11:30, monthly Book Review Group: 3rd Thu 2-3, Chair Yoga: Mon, Tue & Thu monthly 11:30-12:30, weekly, * 04/19 Closed/Holiday Duplicate Bridge: Tue Thu, 1-4, 04/22 Jazzercise: Mon-Fri call Christy weekly for details 419-460-1734 04/26 Jazzercise: Mon-Fri call Christy Strength Training: Mon & Thu for details 419-460-1734 10-11, weekly, * Strength/Balance: Wed 1-2, Fri Chair Yoga: Mon Tue & Thu 10:30-11:30, weekly, * 11:30-12:30, weekly, * Scrabble: 1:30-4:30, weekly Unique Health Care Solutions BP Line Dancing: Fri 2:30-4, weekly Clinic: 11:30-12:30 04/29 Jazzercise: Mon-Fri call Christy Woodcarving Class: Mon Wed for details 419-460-1734 1-2:30, weekly, ltd. occupancy Strength Training: Mon & Thu Facebook 101: 2 day / 3 hour 10-11, weekly, * course / call for details Chair Yoga: Mon, Tue & Thu 04/23 Franciscan Care Ctr. BP/BS 11:30-12:30, weekly, * Clinic: Tuesdays, 9-11:30 Woodcarving Class: Mon Wed Art Studio Group: Tuesday 9-11, 1-2:30, weekly, ltd. occupancy weekly, * 04/30 Franciscan Care Ctr. BP/BS Chair Yoga: Mon, Tue & Thu Clinic: Tuesdays, 9-11:30 11:30-12:30, weekly, * Art Studio Group: Tuesday 9-11, Contract Bridge: Tue, 12:30-3:30 weekly, * Duplicate Bridge: Tue, Thu, 1-4, Chair Yoga: Mon, Tue & Thu weekly 11:30-12:30, weekly, * Dr. Lam’s Tai Chi for Health: Duplicate Bridge: Tue, Thu, 1-4, Tue 3-4, weekly, * weekly Silver Scholars: 5:30-6:30, call Dr. Lam’s Tai Chi for Health: for details Tue 3-4, weekly, * Hatha Yoga evening practice: Silver Scholars: 5:30-6:30, call *Call for fee and registration • For more info, call: 419-885-3913

Sylvania Community Services, a nonprofit agency, manages the Sylvania Senior Center.

For a complete listing of all Senior Center activities and programs, visit sylvaniaseniorcenter.org and click on Senior Center Newsletter.

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Sylvania Senior Center • 7140 Sylvania Ave. • Sylvania, Ohio 43560

•Through April 28

Native American Art in Focus TMA Gallery 29A A collection of Native American works of art, both historical and contemporary.

Expanded Views: Native American Art in Focus features the new acquisitions in this area and presents a large-scale work by artist James Lavadour.

•Through May 5

Different Trains TMA, Canaday Gallery Different Trains features a 1988 musical composition by American minimalist composer Steve Reich..

•Through May 12

Katherine Gray in the Hotshop Toledo Museum of Art Gallery 18 In this solo exhibition of her work, Katherine Gray presents glassmaking as something that is experiential rather than strictly visual.

•Through May 20

Zumba, 6 pm Olander Nederhouser A perfect way to have fun and get fit. Adults can take one class or sign up for full season with instructors Georgette Cardone and Sherry Nolan $5 per class for residents; $6 for non residents.

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•April 18, 25

Sylvania Teen Gamers Guild, 3-5 pm Sylvania Library Play the hottest games on the Nintendo Switch, such as Fortnite, Super Smash Bros, Minecraft, Super Mario Party, and many more. Teen Gamers Guild meets every Thursday in the Teen Area.

•April 19, 20, May 3, 4, 17, 18

Join Snoopy on the Moon Apollo 11, 7:30 p.m.

Appold Planetarium $5 adults, $4 children and Lourdes Community. For reservations: 419-517-8897.

•April 22, 29

Poetry Speaks, 6:30-8:30 pm King Road Library Jim Ferris, Lucas County poet laureate, will lead the series. Experienced writers and novices alike are invited to participate in a Spring Writing Workshop.

•April 16

Six Things You Should Know about Italian Wine, 7:30 pm Franciscan Center 419-824-3707 Discuss of the essential parts of what makes these wines stand out. $25 for members; $37 for nonmembers.

•S.A.V.E. lecture Pope Francis and the Monarch Butterfly, 7:30 pm Hal Mann, president of the Oak Openings Chapter of Wild Ones, a not-for-profit organization engaged in education and action on the use of native plants in home gardens and landscaping, will be the guest speaker for the evening. Free and open to the public. Contact Sr. Rosine Sobczak at 419-824-3691 or save@lourdes.edu.

Locations Franciscan Center, Lourdes University, 6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania, 419-824-3707 Olander Park (Nederhouser and Gorman), 6930 W. Sylvania Ave. To register, 419-882-8313, ext. 1013 or programs@olanderpark.com; olanderpark.com Sylvania Libraries 6749 Monroe St., Sylvania 419-882-2089 3900 King Rd., King Branch 419-259-5380 Toledo Museum of Art 2445 Monroe St., Toledo toledomuseum.org Toledo Zoo 2 Hippo Way, Toledo toledozoo.org Valentine Theatre 410 Adams St., Toledo valentinetheatre.com Wildwood Preserve Metropark (Manor House) 5100 W. Central Ave., Toledo metroparkstoledo.com

•Device Advice, 3-4 pm Sylvania Library Get advice on smartphones, tablets/ laptops.

•Sylvania Cat Attack Robotics Team, 4-5 pm Sylvania Library Meet the Sylvania Cat Attack Robotics Team, a group of Sylvania area high school students who build robots and face off in epic robotics competitions at the state level.

•April 17

‘IT and the Child,’ 7 pm Sylvania Library Panel of youth, parents and professionals share tools to help children.

•Homeschool Hour, 1:30-2:30 pm King Road Library Join other homeschooling families from the community on the third Wednesday of each month to network and hang out.

•Antiques on the Road with Joyce Mowery, 4:30-6 pm Sylvania Library Interested in antiques? Own something that might be valuable? Bring in your collectible for a professional appraisal by presenter Joyce Mowery, owner of HH Antiques. (Limit two items per person.)

•April 18

Polydrons Challenge, 3:30-4:30 pm Sylvania Library Practice your design skills and put your creativity to work in this fun building program featuring polydrons.

•April 19

Lecture: Kroum Batchvarov, The Black Sea Maritime Archaeology Project, 7 pm TMA LittleTheater AIA-Toledo Society presents the lecture about the archaeological project that has discovered more than 60 shipwrecks dating back to the classical 4th-5th BC period.

•April 20

City of Sylvania Shred Day, 9 am-1 pm 6700 Monroe St. Paper and document shredding onsite and electronic recycling for residents.

•April 21

Easter Gospel Concert, 10 am New Creation Community Church Sylvania Senior Center 7140 Sylvania Ave. Award-winning, Southern Gospel singer, songwriter and recording artist, Jerry Garcia, will present a free live concert during the Easter Sunday Service at New Creation Community Church.

•Easter Services, 8 am, 9:15 am, 10:45 am and 12:15 pm McCord Road Christian Church 4765 McCord Road All are welcomed.

•April 22

Break It, Make It, Take It, 4:30-6 pm Sylvania Library Celebrate Earth Day by creating art out of found objects. Broken toys and electronics can be reused to create multimedia sculptures. An art program for all ages.

•April 23

Downloads and Desserts, 3-4:30 pm Sylvania Library Teens ages 13-18—Watch any good movies lately? Play any games you love? Want to talk about your favorite songs while making desserts?

•LEGO Freeplay! 3:30-4:30 pm King Road Library Practice your engineering skills and put your creativity to work in this fun building program featuring LEGOs and K'Nex. •Wellness luncheon, Noon-1 pm ‘Criticism and How to Make it Work for You’ Regina Hall conference room Lourdes University Sr. Rachel Nijakowski, a licensed psychologist and counselor at the Sophia Center, will share strategies for how to effectively take in criticism. Learn how constructive criticism can help you to discover new truths about yourself and change your behaviors. Free and no RSVP required. Contact 419-824-3515 or lbertke@sistersosf.org.

•April 24

Countdown to Kindergarten, 10-11 am King Road Library Do you have a child starting kindergarten in the fall? Fun stories, games and activity stations will prepare both you and your child for success in school.

•April 25

Supercharged Storytime, 10-11 am King Road Library We've supercharged storytime with games, fun activities and of course, books for young children 0-5 •‘Woodwind Potpourri,’ 7 pm Wildwood Manor House Wildwood Metropark Black Swamp Winds present its spring recital. Quintet music for all ages. Free and open to the public.

•April 26

Wine Tasting, 6:30-9:30 pm Toledo Zoo Gourmet hors d’oeuvres and live music in this series at the Toledo Zoo. Call 419-3855721, ext. 6001 or visit toledozoo.org/wine.

Tickets must be purchased in advance and reservations are required. Tickets are $45 for Zoo members and $50 for nonmembers.

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•April 26, 27

Alice Through Looking Glass, 7:30 pm Valentine Theatre Saturday, 7:30 pm Sunday, 2 pm Toledo Ballet presents the classic with original choreography. Tickets through the Valentine Theatre box office.

•April 27

•Kids Trout Derby, 8:30 am Olander Park 419-882-8313, ext. 1004 Kids fishing day at Olander for ages 15 and under.

•Electronic Recycling, Noon-4 pm St. Paul Lutheran Church 9144 Lewis, Temperance To benefit veterans. No TVs. •Drug Take Back Day, 10 am-2 pm Sylvania Police Dept., 6635 Maplewood or Sylvania Twp. Police Dept., 4420 King Road Collection points at both locations for unused over-the-counter meds, pet meds, narcotics, prescriptions and vitamins. No syringes, inhalers, lotions or liquids accepted.

•April 28

Finders Keepers Vintage Market, 11 am-4 pm Tam-O-Shanter 7060 Sylvania Ave. Upscale hand-made, farmhouse decor, mid century modern, harvest tables, wall decor, food trucks, salvaged finds, clothing boutiques, jewelry, organic products, more.

Free parking. Admission $5, under 12 free.

•April 29

Kindergarten Readiness, 6-8 pm Educational Service Center 2275 Collingwood Jackie Jacoby, M.Ed, presents this free training. Call 419-214-3066.

•April 30

Día Children's Day/Book Day Sylvania Library, 9 am-9 pm King Road Library, 9:30 am-Noon Día (Children's Day/Book Day) celebrates children, families, and reading •Sphero 101, 4-5 pm Sylvania Library Have you met Sphero? Learn how to program a Sphero SPRK robot, a fun and creative tech tool you can direct with preprogrammed controls or with basic coding.

•May 2

•Northview High School art show, 5:30-7:30 pm 5403 Silica Annual student art show.

•Cinco de Mayo party, 6-11 pm Bar 145 RE/MAX Preferred Associates hosts its 18th Annual Cinco de Mayo Party. This event is for those ages 21 and over. All proceeds will benefit Children's Miracle Network and Komen for the Cure. Tickets are $40 per person. Too purchase visit miraclenetwork.ticket.qtego.net/tickets/list

•May 3

Bicycling in and around Sylvania, 11:30 am Franciscan Center Keith Webb, director of We Are Traffic, will give an overview of laws pertaining to cyclists and strategies to safely navigate the roadway and/or bike trail. Lunch served.

Reservations required. Contact Laura Megeath at 419-824-3707 or email lifelong@lourdes.edu •Red Bird Art Walk, 5 pm Downtown Sylvania

•May 3, 4, 5

Festival of 10-minute Plays, 7:30 pm May 3, 4 7:30 pm; May 5, 3 pm Church 3TwentyOne 5845 Centennial Original plays from playwrights across the country featuring local Tree City actors. $12, $10 for students and seniors. Call 419-510118 or visit sylvaniaarts.org.

•May 3, 4, 10, 11, 18, 30, 31

Snooze at the Zoo, 6:30 pm -10 am Toledo Zoo Spend the night at the Zoo for families, groups and schools. Guests make enrichment for the animals, tour the Zoo, meet animals up close and enjoy delicious meals.

Separate fee, registration required.

•May 4

Sylvania YMCA/JCC Healthy Kids Day, 2-4 pm 6465 W. Sylvania Ave. Activities for kids from a Star Wars themed Fun Run to fitness classes, STEM activities, and healthy snacks. This event is free and open to the public.

•Ballet Theatre of Toledo Open house, 10 am-12:30 pm 1124 Corporate Dr. BTT offers classes for 3 ½ year olds through adults. Free refreshments will be available during the open house. Call 419-861-0895 or visit ballettheatreoftoledo.org.

•Serenity Farm open house, 1-3 pm 21870 Lemoyne Road Meet the horses, experience the Serenity Farm setting, converse with the staff and current volunteers. Attendees can learn more about the horses and the therapy work done at Serenity Farm. Call 419-833-1308 or visit serenityfarm.org.

Sylvania Branch Library Reoccuring Events 6749 Monroe Street, Sylvania, Ohio

Days Mondays

Tuesdays Wednesdays Thursdays Fridays

Program Preschool Storytime Code IT Club Family Storytime Babytime Family Storytime Toddler Storytime Teen Gamers Guild Cricut Creations Library Playdate

King Road Branch Library Reoccuring Events 3900 King Road, Sylvania, Ohio

Days Mondays Tuesdays

Wednesdays Thursdays Fridays

Program Family Storytime Babytime Toddler Storytime Code IT Jr. Homeschool Hour Let’s Talk!

Storytime Playdate Code IT Club Sit, Stay, Read Minecraft Meetup

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Fisher Duncan, center, shows off the fish he caught with help from his dad, Andrew, left and grandfather Danny, right at last year’s derby.

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Time 2-2:45 pm 4-5 pm 10-10:45 am 10-10:30 am 11-11:30 am 10-10:30 am 3-5 pm 6:30-8 pm 10-10:45 am

ids, cast your line for the 29th annual Kids Trout Derby on April 27 from 9 am to 1 pm at Olander Park, 6930 Sylvania Ave. The free community event introduces youth ages 15 and under to the fun and sportsmanship of fishing.

Each year the Ohio Department of Natural Resources stocks Lake Olander with over 2,000 trout for the event. Children, along with their adult guardians, are invited to try and catch a fish of their own.

This year’s event is sponsored by Jann’s Netcraft and will feature a casting competition with a winner in each age division. Children will also have an

Time 4-4:30 pm 10-10:30 am 11-11:30 am 4:15-5:15 pm 1:30-2:30 pm 6-7 pm 6-7 pm 4:15-5:15 pm 7-8 pm 3:45-4:45 pm

Kids Trout Derby at Lake Olander

Jayaime Aguiniga gets some fishing tips from her dad Amaya at the 2018 derby. opportunity to win door prizes donated from area businesses.

Participants are required to bring their own fishing pole. Bait and tackle will be available for purchase from the Bait and Boat Shop. The event will be held rain or shine, so please dress appropriately.

Registration and check in begin at 8:30 am.

Parking for non-Sylvania residents is $5.

Register in advance at olander.recdesk.com or call 419-882-8313, ext. 1004.

This event is highlighted on the Guy in the 419 Live Show, available on Facebook or by visiting guyinthe419.com.

‘Repurpose It for Seniors Day’ to be held

Tim Robinson, Lyndsey Stough and Matt Francisco

Danita Binkowski and Carol Erford

Tree City Playhouse, a community theatre group affiliated with the Sylvania Community Arts Commission, will present nine short oneact scenes during each performance, featuring original works by the winners of their 2018 playwriting competition. Performances are scheduled for May 3 and 4 at 7:30 pm and May 5 at 3 pm at Church3TwentyOne, 5845 Centennial Rd. Tickets are $12 for general admission and $10 for seniors and students.

This year’s one-act competition received the

most scripts ever with 189 submissions from across the U.S., as well as Canada and New Zealand. Keith Ramsdell, Artistic Director for Tree City Playhouse, noted the uniqueness of the festival. “The winners of this competition are all award-winning, published playwrights.

For area residents, it’s a great opportunity to see the premieres of some wonderful short plays.”

The festival will include a reception following the Saturday night performance in honor of the winning playwrights.

Lucas County CASA – Court Appointed Special Advocates – launched a new, mobile friendly website on March 28 in support of advocacy services for abused or neglected children. Over 4000 cases of alleged child abuse or neglect are investigated annually in Lucas County.

“The opioid epidemic has increased the number of cases reported and investigated in recent years, and additional CASA volunteers are needed to advocate for these children,” said director Judy Leb, JD. “This new website makes

Lucas County CASA more accessible on mobile devices for people who want to find out more about CASA and explore becoming a CASA volunteer,” Leb added.

Lucas County CASA is a non-profit organization of volunteers who work for the juvenile court judges to advocate for the best interests of abused and neglected children so that every child can be safe, have a permanent home, and the opportunity to thrive.

To volunteer or learn more visit CasaKids.net

Tree City Playhouse festival of 10-minute plays

CASA needs volunteers

The staff of Visiting Angels of Toledo/Bowling Green is partnering with John Sayer and his organization, Blessings in Disguise, from Monclova to hold ‘Repurpose It for Seniors Day’ on Saturday, May 18 from 10 am to 2 pm. The event will be held in the Visiting Angel’s parking area at 7110 W. Central Ave. between Lowe’s and Meijer.

“Blessing In Disguise will be collecting donations of durable medical equipment (DME) to distribute to those seniors, Veterans or families in need within the Toledo area,” said Troy Hendricks, Visiting Angels Director.

This organization provides needed DME to people who make too much money to qualify for financial help but don’t make enough money to afford the equipment they may need.

According to Hendricks, anyone who brings new or used medical equipment such as wheelchairs, reachers, raised toilet seats, shower stools, shower benches, rollators and more will receive a raffle ticket for a chance to

Lecture scheduled

e Sylvania Franciscan Village presents a Father Jim Bacik lecture, “Developing an Easter Spirituality with Guidance from Mary of Magdala,” on ursday, May 9 from 5:30 to 7 pm in the Franciscan Center. is lecture will present Mary Magdalene from various perspectives: the Apostle to the Apostles and first witness to the risen Christ; the victim of the scandalous charge of being a repentant prostitute; the enlightened follower of Christ in the Gnostic Gospel of Mary; and the contemporary inspiration for greater roles of women in the Church.

win two Walt Disney hopper park passes. “This is a great way for people to take care of this kind of equipment that they no longer need and know they are helping others who are in need,” Hendricks offered.

In addition, members of the Sunrise Lions Club will be on hand to collect used eyeglasses.

Sylvania Community Action Team, SCAT, volunteers will be distributing information about living a drug-free life. Fitness Fair Health Screening by Professional Skills Institute’s health education students will provide free blood pressure and heart rate checks along with balance and strength checks. Guests will also be able to stop by the Country Lane BBQ food truck for lunch or a snack.

“While we are encouraging people to bring their medical equipment during our event, we accept those items anytime at Visiting Angels’ locations on Central Avenue and Bowling Green,” Hendricks said.

Tickets are $10 reserved; $15 at the door.

To reserve tickets, contact Laurie Bertke at lbertke@sistersosf.org or 419-824-3515.

Tickets may also be purchased online at sylvaniafranciscanvillage.org.

Flower Sale and Open House planned

The Ability Center will host their annual Petals for a Purpose flower sale on Friday, May 10 and Saturday, May 11 to benefit their Life Skills Program, which supports youth with disabilities to learn independent living and employment skills. The classes for young adults with disabilities ages 13-26 are free of charge and hosted at The Ability Center.

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Honor Flight Benefit

Sylvania Town Crier Mike Lieber, Ahmed Mahmoud owner of McCord Coney Island, Deb Wickerham, of Flag City Honor Flight, Jean Revior, Emblem Club 500 president and Christine Warner, Emblem Club 500, share a celebatory moment as Mahmoud presents a check to Emblem Club 500. The organization is raising funds to help send a group of veterans, through Flag City Honor Flight, to Washington DC on June 11.

Revior had mentioned this project to Mahmoud, who was eager to help.

He donated 25 percent of all proceeds he received from customers who dined in his restaurant on Monday through Friday during March.

Mahmoud has strong feelings of respect and honor for U.S. veterans. The walls of his McCord Coney Island & Diner are lined with hats of veterans.

A donation box soliciting funds to help veterans sits on the checkout counter amid other memorabilia dedicated to honoring veterans.

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Sylvania’s Superheroes

Honoring Those Who Serve

Chief Rick Schnoor

Chief Rick Schnoor

BY MARY HELEN DARAH

City of Sylvania Division of Police Chief Rick Schnoor is excited to begin his new role in the department. At a young age the new chief knew he wanted to pursue a career in law enforcement. “Actually, my wife and I share the same distinction of knowing what we wanted to do since middle school,” noted Chief Schnoor. “She wanted to be a dentist and I wanted to be in law enforcement. My wife attended Bowling Green State University and currently has a dental practice and I attended The University of Toledo and am looking forward to my role as chief.”

Chief Schnoor holds a master’s degree from UT, where he served as an instructor for six years. He is a graduate of the Police Executive Leadership College and the Certified Law Enforcement Executive Program. He spent the last 24 years in law enforcement. Prior to his promotion to chief, he was promoted to sergeant in 2000 and to captain in 2010. He has served as a Detective Sergeant, Community Affairs Sergeant and Road Patrol Sergeant. Early in his career he served as a D.A.R.E. officer in the Sylvania Schools.

The chief feels fortunate to have quality people serving in the department. “We have a lot of talented people in the city of Sylvania Division of Police,” he stated. “We were voted the second safest city in Ohio. Our structure and talent are very solid. My focus is community involvement and customer service. I want to continue the high standards we have always maintained here in Sylvania, the good relationships with community members and reduce crime. Providing an environment for the officers where they feel supported and can effectively do their jobs is very important to me as well as setting the bar high for our goals and objectives.”

The main objectives the chief would like to focus on are reducing traffic accidents and increasing safety. “We are also focusing on reducing theft offenses and effectively communicating with partners in the community on how they can assist us with our objectives,” explained Chief Schnoor.

“Another focus that I believe is of the utmost importance is how we intervene in domestic violence. I want to make certain we are doing everything we can to positively impact that issue. We want to make our city as safe as possible for everyone who lives here.”

The chief is not planning to add any new programs in the department at this time. “We always try to be progressive with our programming. There is nothing new I am looking to implement right away,” the chief said. “I want to reach the benchmark that when someone has an interaction with an officer that they have been provided the best service possible. We have a great deal of community support and I want to focus on maintaining that relationship. We cannot do it by ourselves.”

With fewer young adults pursuing careers in law enforcement, the chief would like to look into ways to enhance recruiting and hiring practices. “When I applied in 1994 over 100 people took the test,” he said. “This last year we had 15 people or less. There has been a dramatic reduction of young people looking into the field. We want it to be a very inclusive department and one that would entice young people to want to be part of.”

The chief feels the rewards of the job far outweigh any new challenges that may accompany his new position. “Crime has been very low. In the months ahead the big challenges, especially in the summertime, concerns events. The message is we always want to think about safety when it comes to crowds. Remember to please be patient if we must stop traffic. We want to make certain we can get people in and out of events safely.

Thankfully, the events are all family-friendly.

We are not dealing with events where people get out of control. Sylvania has always had such a positive environment. It is my responsibility to maintain that positive environment for the people who work for the city and live in the community.”

Off duty Chief Schnoor enjoys spending time with his wife and their two sons, ages 12 and 15. He especially enjoys coaching travel basketball and football, which allows him an opportunity to spend time with his children.

He said, “I have spent the last seven years teaching a variety of sports with my kids. I have many things I need to focus on as chief, but spending time with my family has and will continue to be a great focus.”

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Members of St. Stephen Lutheran Church celebrate 50 years of service

Groundbreaking April 29, 1973. L-R: Pr. David Scharf, Tom Werderitsch and Pr. Heil

The newly completed church, late fall, 1973.

The members of St. Stephen Lutheran Church, 7800 Erie St., will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the founding of the church on Sunday, May 5 at 10 am. A worship service will be led by the Rev. Daniel Beaudoin, the bishop of the Northwestern Ohio Synod of the ELCA. Pastor Beth Ferne Johnson has sent invitations to all current and past members of

St. Stephen. “If you are unable to attend, you are encouraged to send photos, personal updates and favorite memories to be shared at the event,” she urged. “Since there have been many life changes over the past 50 years, we know our contact list is incomplete or inaccurate,” she added. Those receiving invitations have been encouraged to reach out to anyone they know who may have a connection with the church to invite them to the anniversary event, especially their own families.

“A catered lunch will follow the service allowing friends, old and new, to gather, reminisce and dream,” acknowledged the Rev. Johnson.

“In preparing for the celebration, the team has been focusing on the phrase ‘this far by faith...and growing in grace.’ As happy as they are to celebrate 50 years of service, the members of St. Stephen are more excited

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St. Stephen’s quilt ministry makes and donates quilts each year to Lutheran World Relief. about the possibilities the future holds,” Pastor Johnson said.

Memories and church history can be shared by viewing old scrapbooks and memorabilia.

Also, digital slide shows covering each Pastor’s imeframe will be running on a TV screen in the narthex. The photos document the progression of St. Stephen from an open field to the current church.

In 1968, the Board of Missions of the Lutheran Church in America made the decision to found a church in the western section of Sylvania, basically all farm land at the time. Three acres of land were purchased just west of Highland School on Erie Street.

The Rev. James Heil answered the call to develop a new congregation. He was assisted by a core group from Olivet Lutheran Church.

An “are you interested” meeting held at the Sylvania United Church of Christ on Erie Street led to the first service of a St. Stephen church on Feb. 9, 1969 at Highland School.

Charter Sunday was May 5, 1969 and the church was officially organized on Nov. 9, 1969, with 96 confirmed members and 131 baptized members. The congregation worshipped at Highland School through 1973, and has maintained a cooperative relationship ever since. In spring 1973, a groundbreaking celebration was held on the land to begin construction of the church building.

In 2001, an addition enlarged and rearranged the sanctuary. The added narthex included offices for the Pastor and secretary, a conference room, handicap restrooms and a large gathering space. A second expansion was completed in 2009 adding the fellowship hall and more classroom space. Much of that space is now shared with Little Miracles Montessori program.

Through the years, there have been a number of pastors and interim pastors who have shared their unique gifts to help shape and mold the ministries of St. Stephen, according to the Rev. Johnson “While we are not a large church, the heart

Construction completed in Dec. 2001

of St. Stephen has been, and remains, in serving others,” she said. A few of our many ministries have included dressing dolls for the Salvation Army, making layettes to be shared with Lutheran World Relief, assisting the resettlement of two Vietnamese families in conjunction with Augsburg Lutheran Church, supporting Sylvania Area Family Services and The Giving Store at Glenwood Lutheran Church, supplying personal care items for Salem Lutheran Church’s inner city ministries, serving dinner at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in downtown Toledo, collecting food items for Lutheran Social Services, filling and shipping boxes for Operation Christmas Child, annual pet blessing, annual “beeping” Easter Egg hunt for vision impaired children, “sensory” Santa in December, annual Golfing for Scholars and making an average of 40 quilts a year for Lutheran World Relief.

Music has always been an important part of worship at St. Stephen. There have been several musical directors over the years starting with June Ide, the organist for over 20 years. Jane Larsen was instrumental in the production and recording of “Celebrate Life” to honor the church’s 10th anniversary in 1979. Scott Ballard is the current musical director at St. Stephen. “His musical gifts are many and his humor and musical spontaneity add to the worship experience,” Pastor Johnson pointed out. “He generously provides music on the lawn before the July 4th fireworks, which is enjoyed by the many people waiting for the display to begin.,” she said.

“In one form or another, the church has continued to provide “faith and spiritual support, outreach programs, family life, friendship, fun, and of course, a Lutheran staple – potlucks!!” Rev. Johnson added While many things about St. Stephen Lutheran Church have changed over the years, the core values remain the same: “In Christ’s Name we Welcome, Worship, Serve and Grow.”

Sylvanian receives University of Detroit Mercy Alumni Achievement Award

Janet Robinson, PhD Sylvania resident Janet Robinson, Ph.D., received the University of Detroit Mercy Alumni Achievement Award from the College of Health Professionals on April 12.

Robinson was one of eight alumni to be honored at the Alumni Achievement Spirit Awards celebration. She was recognized by University of Detroit Mercy President, Dr. Antoine Garibaldi and Dean of the College of Health Professions, Neal Rosenberg.

Robinson received her B.S.N. Degree from Mercy College of Detroit, M.S.N. and Ph.D. from Wayne State University. Now a Lourdes University Provost Emerita and Professor of Nursing Emerita, she has spent 25 years in higher education; 20 of which have been in administration. She served as Interim President of Lourdes University (2012-2013) following her role as Provost, (2011-2012) and Vice President for Academic Affairs and Professor of Nursing (2005-2011). She was a tenured Professor and Associate Dean of the Graduate Programs at the Medical College of Ohio School of Nursing (2000-2005) and an Assistant Professor in the School of Medicine. Prior to those roles, she taught at Mercy College of Detroit, University of Oklahoma College of Nursing, University of Tulsa College of Nursing and Hillcrest Medical Center School of Nursing. She also has been published in a number of nursing and academic related publications.

Robinson was a founding member and is a trustee of Compassion Health Toledo Clinic, which opened in 2017. She has also served on several boards including Hospice of Northwest Ohio.

In addition to the University of Detroit Mercy honor, Robinson received the Saint Francis Award from the Sylvania Sisters of St. Francis in 2018. She was also a YWCA Milestones Award recipient for Eduction in 2013, to name a few.

Robinson is also a Spiritual Director and helps facilitate retreats for individuals and groups along with being a job coach and a consultant.

Robinson has been married for nearly 50 years to her husband Gene, who earned

three chemical engineering degrees from U of D. “We are both celebrating our 50th year since graduation and we like to say we merged long before Mercy College of Detroit and the University of Detroit did.”

They have three sons and seven grandchildren.

However, Robinson’s history with U of D and Mercy goes back even further.

“Once upon a time, 90 years ago in fact, a young woman from a farm near Grand Rapids, Michigan met a World War I vet and fell in love. They married and made Detroit their home and very intentionally bought a house near the new Jesuit University so that any children they had could obtain a good education,” Robinson explained.

“Now, let’s fast forward fifty years. This couple had seven children who all went to St. Gregory’s grade school for eight years and then went on to U of D High, Immaculata and on to Marygrove College, Mercy College of Detroit and the University of Detroit. I was the sixth in that group. We were taught that life’s priorities were faith, family and education; I believe we all learned that well,” she added.

“I grew up very proud of my sibling’s accomplishments in engineering, architecture, business, education, journalism, social work and theology. My one sister became a catholic sister 65 years ago. She was a U of D student then and entered religious life in a building a few blocks away from there. I also have a brother, who has been a pastor most of his adult life and a champion for the poor in Detroit whose health care needs take them to Covenant Community Care,” Robinson reported.

“I was the only nurse in that group of seven and from my perspective today, I believe every family should have a nurse – life is complicated and health issues are universal. So, if you don’t have nurse in your family – go find one or better yet, be adopted by one. Life is good and a challenge – nurses can help us better navigate the journey,” she offered.

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A piece of history, refurbished in downtown Sylvania, is now at home in New York City

Kyle Brieschke, right, talks with ‘History Half Pints:’ Bev Blakeman, Ashlynn Reinbolt, Janice Arkebauer, Gracyn Pumerantz, Vivian Hamper, Ted Hamper, Gwen Stuchenberg, Jen Linehan and her son Cooper who walked from the Sylvania Heritage Center to Brieschke’s Bakery on Tuesday, April 2 for the ‘Bake Me a Cake’ program. History Half Pints, a program for preschool age children and an accompanying adult, is held the second Monday of the month led by retired teacher Cindy Rotondo.

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Bonnie Brieschke points out the cupcakes the children will enjoy to History Half Pint instructor Cindy Rotondo.

Trace and Todd O’Brien and their staff at the long time downtown Sylvania business, Bel Main Upholstery, recently completed one of the more unique transactions in their company history, according to staff member Cindy Thomas.

Last May she answered a call from Phillip Atkins of New York City who had just purchased a six-piece sectional period piece on eBay from a Sylvania resident. Atkins, who is a collector, was in the process of changing jobs and moving into a new apartment in the New York financial district.

He said he was in no hurry to have the furniture shipped, however, he did want to have it redone. This led to the initial call to Bel Main, who had been recommended by the seller.

“It was a process,” Thomas reported, “but it was a lot of fun. I mailed fabric samples based on photographs of the area in which the furniture was to be placed in Atkins’ new apartment and what I felt was appropriate for the furniture. The final choice that he made was one of those fabrics,” Thomas offered.

After nearly a year, Adkins was finally ready to receive his furniture and it was shipped to its new home on April 3.

“It was also unusual that there was not a deadline for us to complete this order. It was more convenient for Philip to leave his purchase here while he was able to settle into his new job and move to his apartment,” Thomas said.

“We were able to take our time with the pieces. I personally removed all of the labels that were significant to the piece and reattached them once the reupholstering was complete,” she related.

The sectional was designed by Milo Baughman, a 1970s contemporary furniture designer. In addition to the sectional sofa there was an ottoman, which could be part of the seating group, along with consoles with acrylic shelves. “This is an amazing piece of furniture that has been refurbished in our shop in Sylvania, Ohio and now is at home in the financial district in New York City,” Thomas concluded.

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Veronica Vincent and new assistant chef Robyn Tebinka greet patrons as Earth to Oven opens on April 9 in Haymarket Square. A bright, freshened up eatery greets guests. A coffee bar has been added along with a new bread case, refrigerated pastry display cases and point of sale station.

Guests will also have table-side access to WiFi and phone charging stations. Her menu offers patron-favorite selections complemented by some additional items including vegetarian and vegan fare. Zingerman bread products and Flying Rhino Coffees will continue to be available.

Beautiful Blooms by Jen staff settling in new space Jen Linehan and the staff of Beautiful Blooms by Jen will officially open their new location at 5675 Main St. during the Red Bird Art Walk on Friday, May 2, just in time for Mothers Day shopping. In honor of the occasion and in keeping with the Petals and Pedals theme of the Art Walk, Nick Dallas of UpSide Brewing is creating a floral-based beer to be served.

“This is a dream come true,” noted Jen.“This new location is what I have always wanted.

This really works well for us.”

Last month, Linehan and her staff moved to the 2,100 square feet of space. “While we have about the same amount of space as our former location, this large open area works so well for us and it seems so much larger. We have a great work area, allowing us plenty of space to create arrangements and more. This area is also visible in the retail area,” she said.

“We are able to stock many more gift items here, but everything we have is flower-related.

We can use these items to put flowers or plants in or around,” she explained.

Colleen Barnhart pointed out the expanded sympathy section with all of the appropriate plaques and many unique items that can be added to plant or floral arrangements.

“We have also expanded our selection of house plants along with a variety of containers for those plants,” Barnhart noted. “Our wedding table setting in the window is ever changing too and right now we also have a prom station for those big events.”

The comfortable conference area is surrounded by shelving featuring the many rental items available for weddings or other events.

Along with the fresh flowers, plants and flower related gift items the new shop offers an expanded selection of unique top line food items including Cherry Republic of Glen Arbor, Mich. and Sweet Treats from Mennonite Pantry.

“We have a large selection of greeting cards, too. And, we even have ‘Wet Its,’ which have envelopes and can be mailed, but most important are very eco-friendly,” Barnhart said.

For the past eight years, Beautiful Blooms by Jen had been located on Summit Street. She started the business three years earlier in her home offering floral arrangements for weddings and events while she was teaching full time.

Linehan credits the growth of her wedding

business to the attention she pays to details and the relationships she develops with her clients.

“I don’t just design the flowers and drop them off. I stay to pin on the corsages and the boutonnieres and make sure that everything about my flowers is perfect.”

In addition to taking pride in their finished products, the BBBJ staff keeps abreast of new trends. Linehan is active in Ohio and Michigan floral organizations and she and her staff regularly attend trade conventions and workshops to learn about the latest trends in the industry. Linehan is the only Ohio certified

florist in the area and has developed an active network of sources for specialty flowers and foliage, which contributes to her signature designs. “I am always asking my suppliers what unusual things they have, such as fun tropicals or orchids, and what is everyone else not getting. I like to use those flowers that most others do not incorporate in their arrangements,” she said. “I can also design the more traditional arrangement if that is what my customer requests, or I can do a more modern or contemporary design.”

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Sylvania AdVantage and GenoaBank are pleased to announce the three finalists in the fourth annual We Love Small Businesses Campaign: Arrow Print and Copy, 5th Street Pub Sylvania and Pups Paradise Doggy Daycare and Boarding.

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5th Street Pub Sylvania • Owners: Melissa and Geoff Kies 5577 Monroe St. • 5thstreetpub.com Year established: 2016

The team at 5th Street Pub Sylvania shows off their handcrafted woodburning oven. L-R: General Manager Tracey Alexander, Chef Bruce Rahe, Assistant General Manager Jeff O’Keefe and Chef Casey Johnson.

5th Street Pub Sylvania specializes in Neapolitan pizza and meatballs. A handcrafted wood-burning oven serves as the centerpiece of its open concept kitchen.

Owners Melissa and Geoff Kies, the managers, staff, and chefs Casey Johnson and Bruce Rahe bring a literal century of restaurant experience to their restaurants.

They try to bring the best attributes of the job and their experience to serve the communities where their restaurants are located.

What makes your business unique?

We’re the only Neapolitan pizzeria in northwest Ohio that has an AVPN (Associazione Vera Pizza Napoletana) certification. The importance of being AVPN certified is it tells our employees, partners and guests, that we will always adhere to the strict guidelines and requirements that keep the history and tradition of Neapolitan Pizza in its true Italian form.

Who or what inspired your business?

Geoff came across a very small pizzeria in Columbus when he first discovered Neapolitan Pizza. Wanting to bring it to our

own community, we set out to learn from the best, which is what led us to the APVN, and our instructor, Roberto Caporuscio. After several rigorous classes at Keste and Don Antonio pizzerias in New York City (during hurricane Sandy) we combined what we had learned with our other culinary experience to create 5th Street Pub.

How do you define a successful business?

Being able to create and maintain jobs and other opportunities for people within our community. We strive hard to provide an excellent consistent product, workplace and service to the community that we love; we hope it is well received.

How does your business benefit the community?

Creating jobs and revenue for the community we are established in would be the textbook response, but we take pride in extra involvement to promote local businesses, with community events such as Zoo to Do, Taste of Toledo, and our work with Sylvania Area Family Services. We hope to continue to provide an excellent level of service and culinary experience to the Sylvania community, and we thank you for thinking of us too!

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Arrow Print and Copy • Owner: Jan Tidd 5505 Roan Rd. • arrowprint.com Year established: 1985

The team at Arrow Print and Copy in Sylvania are eager to fulfill customers’ printing needs L-R: Steve Rhodes, Cindy Schultz, owner Jan Tidd, and Tom Nelson.

Arrow Print and Copy is a full-service Sylvania and open our own printing commercial printer that uses offset presses, company. When we first opened, Kevin ran ink jet and digital printers to print custom the press and I waited on the counter. jobs. Arrow can use a customer’s design or Customers would come in and ask if we create one for them to print brochures, could print an item, I would say, “Sure” and annual reports, letterheads and envelopes. then after they’d leave Kevin would say, “You Arrow also prints full-color postcards and told them what?” will mail them. In addition, the business We always figured it out together and had prints tickets, carbonless forms, certificates, many laughs over those early days. We menus, magnets and more. worked side by side for 30 years before he passed away unexpectedly in 2015. I have What makes your business continued and still enjoy going to work unique? every day.

We started as a “Mom and Pop” shop and still pride ourselves on keeping that feel. The printing industry has changed dramatically in the three decades plus that we have been in business. Our machines get more sophisticated, and we can handle tighter deadlines. My staff is experienced, trusted and reliable and they all know our clients by their first names. We are large enough to handle print jobs up to 20,000 pieces but small enough to make you feel like family.

Every print job is unique, and it makes our days very interesting, whether printing notepads, a directory or newsletters for businesses or organizations.

Who or what inspired you to create your business?

Back in the early 80s my husband, Kevin worked for two different printing franchisers traveling around the country selecting sites for new print shops and troubleshooting existing shops. He learned the industry from the ground up. After the birth of our daughter, Kelly, we decided to move back to

How do you define a successful business?

A successful business sees a need and fills it. It has a dedicated owner and loyal staff who truly enjoy doing what they love. The most important asset to a successful business is its customers. Success is measured differently by many, whether it be wealth, business status, or my favorite, happiness.

Happiness is the key!

How does your business benefit the community?

We work with many non-profit organizations, schools and not-for-profit businesses. We understand their goals to raise funds for many worthwhile causes and to creatively use their budgets to get more bang for their buck. We give discounts or donations to many of them. It is our small way of giving back to the community. We also give of our time and talents by serving on local non-profit committees and boards and we love to help where we can.

Pups Paradise Doggy Daycare and Boarding Owner: Ron Deleeuw 3618 King Rd. • apupsparadise.com Year established: 2011

The team at Pups Paradise Sylvania love their furry friends. Front row: Brooke Lauren; middle row L-R: Adam Koenig, Corie Weiser, Areal Hopson, Skye Hannahs and Ali Walling; back row L-R: Lauren Kistner, owner Ron Deleeuw and Josh Nelson.

Pups Paradise is the largest doggy daycare and cage-free boarding facility in northwest Ohio, accommodating 80-120 dogs each day with space to play, overnight stays and fullservice grooming.

What makes your business unique?

Pups Paradise is the “un-kennel.” Our Doggy Daycare is provided in large, clean and colorful play areas. Overnight boarding suites are not a caged environment, instead they are oversized open-topped rooms with tiled walls and glass doors for privacy.

Daycare is included with boarding, and we have absolutely no upcharges. We want to be an extension of a dog’s routine at home, so clients are encouraged to bring bedding, toys, food, treats and anything else to make their dog’s stay enjoyable. We also let all overnight guests outside at 10:30 pm for one last bathroom trip.

Who or what inspired you to create your business?

Leaving corporate America, I wanted to do something more positive and creative that focused on the client experience. As a dog owner who had experience with boarding a dog, Pups Paradise was designed to be the opposite of caged “prisons” for dogs. I wanted the experience for dogs and owners alike to be fun, comfortable and value-driven. I believe we have accomplished this when we give a tour and new guests book their dogs on the spot. They love watching their dogs play on our website webcams and seeing all our posts on

Facebook and Instagram showcasing our guests!

How do you define a successful business?

There are so many ways to view “success,” but for myself, it’s the way our clients feel about Pups Paradise. Dogs are so happy to come through the door, and owners love their dogs’ experience with us. At the end of the day, dogs that are in daycare are exhausted and boarding dogs sleep peacefully in an upscale space. Happy clients recommend us to friends and family and we have grown every year. Pups Paradise is so blessed to have such a great community supporting us and we are so grateful. That sure feels like success to this Sylvania resident!

How does your business benefit the community?

We are a resource for many dog owners in Sylvania and surrounding communities.

While owners are away, we care for their dogs by providing a safe and fun outlet.

Boarding and daycare dogs are given an environment to exercise and socialize, saving owners time from endless walks and ball throwing. We also give back to adoption/foster/rescue community through donations to help these dogs find their forever homes. None of this would be possible without our team of 25 caregivers, team leaders, and managers providing excellent customer service to two and fourlegged customers every day.

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Sylvania Area Chamber of Commerce hosts Olivet Lutheran Church 5840 Monroe St., Sylvania churchoffice@olivetsylvania.org 419-882-2077 • olivetsylvania.org

Brad Crown shares the front page with Natalie Sprott.

Ken Wise of State Bank talks with Sharon Eyerley.

Olivia and Sophia Harrigan make front page news.

Sarah Best of Heartland at ProMedica offers treats to Lydia and Adalyn James.

Staci McDaniel and Sarah Gschwind of GenoaBank talk with Sue Kujawa and Nancy Pennington.

Linda Gryca and Eileen Creque talk about spring flowers growing at Creque Greenhouses.

Nancy Jomantas talks with George Cordray of Budget Blinds.

Alyssa Reed and Cody Smith stop by the Toledo Memorial Park booth.

Lillie Moore stops by the Lock-It-Up booth at the Expo.

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Spring Business Expo 2019!

The Rydmans, Tony, Becky and their children Elli and Cody, are front page news.

Kim Wood of Walker Funeral Homes offers eggs filled with Easter treats to Rya and Myken McDaniel.

Maria Mominee and her daughters Evelyn and Elaine wait for their turn at the ‘Wheel of Misfortune’ at the ProMedica booth.

Troy Hendricks and Wendy RemeleGray of Visiting Angels talk with Rob, Kayla, Sarah, Lauren and Aubrey Starkey.

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Laura Stoll of Charter Senior Living, and Lori Cannon, Chamber chair, talk about the crowds at this year’s Expo.

Kevin Meyer and Kathryn Clevenger of Duroscher’s welcome D’asia Henderson and her dad David to their booth.

Did you know that one out of five women Claire Procter of Sylvania Community Services is a headline at the Expo.

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Susan Nuesmeyer learns about the document destruction services offered by Josina Lott Day Center from Melissa Gregg and Nate Jeppesen while Courtney Overy demonstrates the process.

Jenny Wegrzyn and her daughters Ellie and Ava stop by the Holt Roofing booth to talk with Beth Holt.

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Chamber’s Spotlight Business Honored

Sylvania Chamber Executive Director Michelle Sprott, left, and chairwoman Lori Cannon, right, congratulate Todd Schimmoeller, Cathy Quinto, Geoff Baily and CJ Yacko from JAWS, the Spotlight Business.

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Sylvania Area Chamber of Commerce member Bob Ruckman of All About You Investments stops to learn more from luncheon speaker Ken Rusk, president of Everdry, who talked about his soon-to-be-publishedbook to Chamber members at the luncheon meeting April 3 at Sylvania Country Club.

‘Complete the Street’ lighting project underway The Sylvania Area Chamber of Commerce is planning “Complete the Street,” a lighting project to enhance the entire first block of Main Street in Downtown Sylvania with holiday lights and year-round bubble lights.

“Complete the Street” will add nine additional sets of cables and lights. The project also includes the purchase of additional seasonal fixtures to enhance the atmosphere on

Main Street year round.

Michelle Sprott, Executive Director, Sylvania Area Chamber of Commerce, is working with donors in the Sylvania area to raise the necessary funding needed to purchase the strings of lights, globes and other fixtures as well as the engineering, drilling and electricity needed to “Complete the Street.”

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Little Mouse Preschool celebrates five year anniversary

The Little Mouse staff includes Carmen Gil, Brandi Schwartz, Brittany Rork, Tina Haack, Ami Sabin and Bree Webb-Kamelesky.

Parents whose children are enrolled in the opportunity for them to socialize. Children Little Mouse Preschool, located in the learn numbers and the alphabet, with a Boulevard Church of Christ at 7041 W. different letter representing each week. We Sylvania Ave., helped founder and owner have story time and art every day that Tina Haack celebrate the school’s fifth accompanies the alphabet learning process.” anniversary on April 11 and 12. Parents were The pre-k program focuses on preparing invited to stop by to enjoy sweet treats and students for kindergarten. This full day beverages as they dropped their students off program covers many different subjects, at the preschool. from life skills to kindergarten placement “This was a way for our staff and parents requirements. Programs to develop students’ to celebrate this milestone,” Haack stated. “It math and language skills, along with writing is with thanks to our staff and all of the and basic computer skills, have expanded parents who have entrusted their children with input from Sylvania kindergarten with us that we have been successful and that teachers. “This program is taught at a pace we continue to grow.” that each student can follow and will allow According to Haack, the program began them to grow and gain self-esteem,” Haack in two rooms and has grown to more than stated. double that space. In addition, Haack has “Over the years, we have graduated over expanded the outdoor playground area, 135 preschoolers into the Sylvania schools adding several amenities over the years. and surrounding school systems,” she noted.

“This is a wonderful facility and we are so “We also offer music classes taught by an fortunate to be here,” Haack said. “The experienced music teacher and Heidi, the classrooms were designed for small children librarian from the Sylvania Library, comes and the drive into the property is regulated once a month to help incorporate a love of by a stoplight, which helps with traffic flow. books and reading,” Haack added.

The entrance to the preschool is in the rear Parents have the option of enrolling their of the building, making it accessible and child in a two-day, three-day or five-day safe.” program for half days or whole days.

Haack continued, “We offer curriculumExtended care options, before school from based programs for 3 and 4/5 year old 7:30 to 8:30 am and after school from 2:30 to children that feature age-appropriate 6 pm, are also available. activities in a caring and fun environment.

“We really want to make sure parents have The Little Mouse is staffed with licensed and the option for extended care. Offering full experienced teachers. Our 3-year old day care from 7:30 am to 6 pm gives working program focuses on introducing students to parents the services they need,” Haack the preschool experience and offers the explained.

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Profile by Sanford, a nutrition and health coaching program, opened its first Toledoarea location at 3430 Secor Rd., Suite 415, on April 2, which will be followed by a grand opening event on May 2 from 4 to 7 pm.

The community stopped by the store to meet the certified coaches, sample Profile foods, learn about the Profile Promise, and enter drawings to win free memberships.

Profile provides nutrition, activity and lifestyle coaching to help members lose weight and keep it off. Profile was created by Sanford Health, one of the world’s largest integrated healthcare systems, whose physicians and researchers have helped take the guesswork out of a healthy lifestyle change. Profile’s 100,000 members have lost

almost two million pounds and the rapid expansion has landed Profile on the list of the 150 fastest-growing franchises. The Profile Promise guarantees 15 percent weight loss within the first year and the program’s results-oriented approach has driven the company’s growth.

Jarin Jaffee, Profile Toledo’s franchisee, said, “I was living out of state with a stressful job and growing family. I found myself at my heaviest ever. I discovered Profile, lost over 30 pounds, and kept it off. When we decided to move home to Toledo, I wanted to open Profile to help others have the same weight loss success I’ve experienced.”

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ON WOMEN

Celebrating one year!

Linda Szyskowski’s idea for Focus on Women grew out of the women’s movement that blossomed in 2018 and included International Women’s Day and the MeToo movement. Her original idea was to support the dynamic women of Sylvania by featuring them on Creative Oxygen’s Instagram page— women leaders in business, government, education, and other organizations such as nonprofits. We thought it was such a good idea that we wanted to share the tributes in

Sue McHugh, site manager, Lathrop House; chair, Lathrop House Advisory Committee; member, Sylvania Heritage Board

the Sylvania AdVantage, so we asked her to write the Focus on Women articles you see here each month.

Here is a recap of the women we’ve featured over the past year. We are proud to salute them and hope you will check out Sylvania AdVantage for the women who will be featured in the coming months.

Let’s continue to celebrate our amazing women of Sylvania—and amazing women everywhere!

Angie Christensen, owner, Angela’s Angels

If you have resolved to exercise, have health screenings, learn something new, volunteer or just

Holly Lopinski, owner, Stellar Blooms Flowers & Gifts.

Andi Erbskorn, executive director, Heritage Sylvania

Gale Clark and Sue Briddell, co-owners, Harmony in Life

Lori and Veronica Vincent Earth to Oven

Pat Wahl, owner, The Village Candy Shoppe

Jennifer Daher and Emily Moody, co-owners, Jem Photography

Kati Thompson, owner, Eden Fashion Boutique

Sandy Husman, member, Sylvania City Council

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Michelle Sprott, executive director, Sylvania Area Chamber of Commerce

BY MARY HELEN DARAH

Jim and Sue Scheib, their daughter Mary Helen Darah, Nala, and granddaughters Maria, Helena and Loren enjoy spending time together.

As far back as I can recall, my family has owned pets, or more accurately, the pets have owned us. Recently my dad was a victim of an unprovoked attack by his neighbor’s dog when he went out to get the mail. It was so disheartening trying to wrap my brain around the fact that people own dogs that will charge at people with gnarled teeth instead of running toward them with unconditional love as my golden retriever, also fondly known as our retrieving golden, and my parents’ dog Bob does. Time in the ER waiting for my dad to be stitched up and discharged gave me, besides the addition of another gray hair, a moment to ponder the many caring canines that have graced our lives.

The two fur kids who are currently part of our family are Nala and Bob. Nala lives by the golden (retriever) motto, “I love you! Do you love me? I love you more!” Bob, affectionately known as “Bob Barker” is a cockapoo, heavy on the poo. I believe he was named to rile up the breeder my parents got him from. She informed my dad, “He will need a first name, middle name, and show name followed by your last name.” My dad looked her in the eyes and said, “Bob, his name is Bob,” and it stuck.

Unfortunately, this name meant having breakfast at my favorite haunt with my mother, who was born without an inside voice, became a bit embarrassing. We got looks from other diners when she complained, “Bob wouldn’t get off of me this morning and he wouldn’t stop licking me.” We switched breakfast places on a frequent basis until I suggested that when she discusses Bob’s antics in public, we refer to him as “Fido.”

There have been many other precious pooches that have since crossed the rainbow bridge. The first being my childhood dachshund, Fritz, who possessed many of the character traits that my brother possessed during his teen years. He had a history of sneaking out at any opportunity and if he didn’t get time to wander in the moonlight he was downright cranky. I also had a dog named Bailey during my years as a new mom. He was a Shetland sheepdog that, like me, was big for his breed. It is with him I realized that the words you say to your children eventually come back to bite you in the behind. Once, in

my absence Bailey jumped up and ate a $70 chunk of Reggio Parmesan cheese that arrived from my friends in Italy. When the girls and I arrived home I told Bailey that he was a terrible, bad dog. My little one looked up at me and said, “He’s not a bad dog. He just made a bad choice.”

Liz, a pre-named little Yorkie, arrived from Louisiana as a gift from my uncle. It’s funny how the universe works. As this little furry Liz entered our lives, my dear friend Liz left this Earth after a lengthy battle with breast cancer.

On the day we were to bury friend Liz, I went to collect the tiny furry one from our backyard. I still couldn’t find her after repeatedly calling her name. My neighbor came outside thinking I was yelling for my deceased friend. If she didn’t think we were just plain nuts before, this pretty much solidified it for her. I looked over at her and told her the last time I saw Liz she was in the bushes. She told me that not only is she in the bushes but in the sky above us and in our hearts. It took ten minutes for me to explain that I didn’t need to be medicated or taken away in a straightjacket. Liz was a challenging pup. She enjoyed chewing my children’s prized possessions. Their dolls looked as if there had been a serial killer on the loose due to all the missing body parts. I’m happy to report, she grew into an amazing well-behaved member of the family.

My longest relationship with a canine was with my beloved Maggie, who passed away four years ago. She was a Corgi with an attitude far grander than her two-inch legs.

Maggie was my kayaking buddy and a great gal–as long as I kept articles of clothing off the floor. If I left anything with my scent around at her level, she would react with an “Oh happy day!” and I would rarely see the item again once she got her paws on it. I can’t decide if I should have been flattered or disgusted by having a stalker with fur.

The critters in our lives were and are as diverse as our family, yet there is one common denominator ... their unconditional love. In times of stress, such as dealing with the aftermath of a wounded dad, having a loving wet nose to come home to is the best therapy this girl could hope for.

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Enjoy Easy Easter Entertaining Sylvania Area Family Services Community Meals 5440 Marshall Rd. Lunch: April 18, 11 am - noon Dinner: May 2, 5:30 - 6:30 pm Once a month Sylvania Area Family Services offers free meals provided by a community partner. Bingo is offered during dinner events. Open to the public.

For more information, call 419-882-8415. sylvaniaareafamilyservices.org

Craft Cocktails Workshop Registry Bistro 144 N. Superior St., Toledo Wednesday, April 17, 6 - 8 pm Learn how to mix cocktails in this monthly hands-on experience. April’s theme is Flips and Froths, Crafting with Eggs. Light nibbles and nosh incuded. $25/per person. RSVP to 419-725-0444.

Indian Festival at Statrangi 134 E. 3rd St., Suite B, Perrysburg Thursday, April 18, 4 - 8 pm Sample a variety of Indian food and shop for clothing, jewelry and accessories. For more information and tickets, call 419324-5465.

Whip it Up Owens Community College Heritage Hall, Toledo Friday, April 26, 6 - 9 pm Students from Owens and Penta culinary programs will prepare food from nine countries. Small plates, cash bar and local

pancetta begins to brown. Set aside.

In a bowl, mix the eggs and the half-andhalf. Season with salt and pepper.

Coat a 9x13 baking dish with cooking spray.

Cut the ciabatta into 1-inch thick slices. Line the pan with the ciabatta. Top the ciabatta with the brussels sprouts and the pancetta. Sprinkle Gruyere over the top. Pour the egg mixture over the top.

Bake at 350 F for 30-40 minutes or until the center of the strata is set.

entertainment. Proceeds go to Mobile Meals of Toledo. For tickets, visit mobilemeals.org/whip or purchase at door.

Toledo Night Market Kickoff Artist Village at Toledo Botanical Garden 5403 Elmer Dr., Toledo Friday, May 10, 5 - 9 pm Preview the Toledo Farmers Night Market, a monthly event beginning on June 15 with goods from vendors, plants and art.

Eats and drinks will be available for purchase from food trucks, vendors and a local brewery.

Toledo Farmers Market 525 Market St., Toledo Saturdays, 8 am - 2 pm Each week, the market offers local fruit and vegetables, homemade baked goods, specialty foods, coffee, wine, plants and handmade items such as candles, soaps, jewelry and pottery. facebook.com/toledofarmersmarket WINE TASTINGS Sofo’s Italian Market 5400 Monroe St. Wednesdays, 5 – 7 pm Weekly wine tasting and fabulous food by Chef Frankie. Prices vary depending on wines offered. shopsofos.com Bottle Shop at Mancy’s Italian 5453 Monroe St. Thursdays, 5:30 - 7:30 pm Weekly tasting event. Pours begin at $2. bottleshopinfo@mancys.com Joseph’s Beverage Center 4129 Talmadge Rd. Thursdays, 6 - 8 pm Enjoy a selection of wines for a nominal fee. josephswinestoretoledooh.com

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Citrus Breakfast Salad

BY JENNIFER RUPLE Spring has sprung, and it’s time to set the table and plan your menu for Easter entertaining.

Create a tablescape inspired by the garden.

Start by lining your table with a moss runner.

For the centerpiece, fill a rustic Easter basket with faux veggies such as cabbages, radishes and lettuce leaves; toss in some burlapwrapped carrots; and dress it with a bow. Add some texture to your table by arranging a few potted plants, mosses or grasses between serving dishes.

Treat your family and guests to a delicious brunch with recipes created by Chef Liz Donaldson. This rich and creamy Breakfast Strata with Brussels Sprouts, Pancetta and Gruyere pairs nicely with her crisp and cool Citrus Breakfast Salad.

Happy Easter and Happy Spring!

6 servings 2 ruby grapefruits, segmented 2 pink or white grapefruits, segmented 2 navel oranges, segmented 2 Cara Cara navel oranges, segmented 2 cups freshly squeezed orange juice ½ cup honey Fresh mint, chopped 1 piece fresh ginger 1 pint blueberries, rinsed Toasted almonds, if desired

Breakfast Strata with Brussels Sprouts, Pancetta and Gruyere 8 servings 1 loaf ciabatta bread 1 pound brussels sprouts, cleaned and quartered 2 shallots, minced 6 ounces pancetta, diced 6 ounces Gruyere, shredded 8 large eggs 1 cup half-and-half Salt and pepper to taste

In a skillet, toss the pancetta, sprouts and shallots over medium heat and cook until

In a saucepan, heat the orange juice, honey, mint and ginger. Bring mixture to a boil.

Remove from heat and allow to cool. Remove the piece of ginger.

Place the segmented fruit in serving cups. Once the juice has cooled, pour over the fruit and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Before serving, add the blueberries and garnish with nuts.

(Recipes by Chef Liz Donaldson)

Jennifer Valo shares spring baking tips purple, add pink food color to make a more vibrant purple,” she offered.

Lemon Blueberry Trifle

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“I like the combination of the lemon and blueberry flavors in this fun dessert. It sounded like spring to me,” said Valo. “You can use any flavor of donuts and pudding or even fruit to customize it to your taste.”

8-12 blueberry donuts, cut into cubes Slice 3 more in half for around the bowl Two 3.4-ounce boxes lemon pudding 48 vanilla wafers 1 tub whipped topping 1 can whipped cream

BY JENNIFER RUPLE The grass is getting greener, the birds are chirping, and the days are becoming brighter.

It is springtime in northwest Ohio. With the holidays and special occasions of the season fast approaching Jennifer Ruple Easter, Mother’s Day and graduation parties, spring is the perfect time to brush up on baking skills and learn a few new tips.

Jennifer Valo, pastry chef and owner of The Next Sweet Thing Bakery and Café, 8252 Mayberry Square, offers 10 tips and tricks of the baking trade and a fun seasonal dessert recipe.

Jennifer Valo’s Pro Baking Tips

• When cakes are in the oven, Valo recommends keeping the oven door closed as much as possible to prevent the cake dome from collapsing. “When testing for doneness, wait until the cake springs back to the touch before inserting a toothpick,” she said.

• “After baking cookies, store them in an airtight container with a piece of bread. This Baking Essentials

will keep cookies soft and delicious for days,” Valo suggested.

• “If a recipe calls for room temperature eggs, but they are cold, submerge the eggs in hot water for 5 to 10 minutes,” she said.

• For maximum volume in whipped cream, Valo advises chilling the mixing bowl before whipping the heavy cream.

• “Before beginning the first step of the instructions in a recipe, measure out all the ingredients,” said Valo. “This is called mise en place, a French term, and it’s the most important step of any recipe.”

• Accidently overbake your cake? No problem. Valo suggests making a simple syrup by microwaving a 1/2 cup of sugar and a 1/2 cup of water until completely dissolved.

Soak the cake with the syrup using a pastry brush. Pro tip: “Add your favorite flavor or extract to the syrup.”

• “The freezer is your friend,” said Valo.

“Freezers add moisture and make baked goods softer. Most baked goods will keep in the freezer for 2-3 months.”

• When baking cookies or cupcakes, “Use a small ice cream scoop to ensure equal portions and even baking,” said Valo.

• Valo suggests microwaving your lemons before juicing to get the most liquid out of them.

• And one more, “When coloring icings

In a trifle bowl, arrange the donut slices around the sides of the bowl.

Working in layers, place 1/3 of the vanilla wafers in the bottom of the bowl. Spread 1/3 of the whipped topping over the wafers.

Sprinkle on 1/3 of the cubed donuts and then spread 1/3 of the lemon pudding over the donut cubes. Repeat layers two more times.

Blueberry Lemon Trifle Top with whipped cream in a decorative pattern, if desired. Decorate with extra vanilla wafers and maraschino cherries.

Refrigerate and chill for at least two hours and serve.

Sprinkles and Candies

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What’s Cooking at the Bakery Valo recently celebrated the 5-year anniversary of The Next Sweet Thing with a kitchen remodel. “We rearranged and opened up the whole kitchen,” said Valo. The extra space allows for more efficient production of the bakery’s signature goodies such as cookie truffles, flavored sandwich cookies enrobed in flavored chocolates; 25 varieties of donuts; decorated sugar cookies that coordinate with the seasons; gourmet cupcakes; and grab and go cakes that can be personalized for the occasion.

To wash down all that sweet goodness, the bakery is now serving espresso drinks including café mocha, vanilla cappuccino, cinnamon dulce and caramel macchiato.

“We can make just about anything you would get at a coffee shop,” explained Valo.

Making their debut this summer are parlor pops, which are like ice cream pops only made from cake. The frozen bites will be available in a variety of flavors such as cookie dough, mint chocolate chip, cookies and cream, birthday cake and chocolate fudge. “We created a version of these for St. Patrick’s Day and they were a hit, so we decided they’d make a great cold treat during hot weather,” explained Valo. “We’re always experimenting and coming up with new flavors to add to our signature items.”

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Celebrity Waiters Raise Funds for Bethany House

Celebrity Wait Night Chair M.J. Stewart, Bethany House Executive Director Deidra Lashley and board member Gretchen Zientek are ready to greet their guests.

Bruce Works and Sister Barbara Valo are greeted by their host Helene Sheets while Sophia Lloyd director of the Sylvania Franciscan Village looks on.

Carol and Jim Collins receive help from Sister Joy Barker at the 10th annual Celebrity Wait Night at the Real Seafod and Zia’s on April 8.

Sister Theresa Darga and Sister Ann Loretta Piearz talk with Norene Drewicz at the annual fundraiser for Bethany House.

Celebrity Waiters Nick and Melissa Dallas welcome their guests, his parents Jill and Mark Dallas.

Helene Sheets welcomes her guests Tony and Maryori Rios of Voces Latinas TV.

Sister Carol Ann Grace, Mike George, Sister Mary Jon Wagner and Sister Rachel Nijakowski are ready to enjoy a special evening.

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SUPERINTENDENT SPEAKS The 4th quarter is off and running in Sylvania Schools…soon it will be summer!

As we dive into the 4th quarter in Sylvania Adam Fineske Schools, I want to share a few updates on our district goals and happenings moving through the rest of our school year! We are highly focused on our 3 district goals.

Goal #2: Strengthen District-Wide Safety, Security & Mental Health Support

Increasing the academic achievement for all of our students stands at the forefront of our student-centered decision-making, priorities, and initiatives at all levels. Throughout the month of April, students at most grade levels will take the state AIR tests. These tests measure achievement and growth in mastering state standards in core subject areas, helping us with one way of measuring our success. The scores are important components of the state

Throughout the third quarter, several of our schools have implemented a new electronic visitor management system called Raptor. The remaining elementary and junior high schools will have the system in place by the end of the school year, followed by the high schools in August. In conjunction with our safety and security protocols, this system allows us to know who is entering our buildings, print visitor badges, and respond appropriately if a security issue arises. We are also focusing strongly on building our capacity to support the mental health needs of our students.

Additional staff is strategically being added for the 2019-2020 school year to focus on this issue

A kindergarten readiness program is being sponsored by The Parent Mentor Program of Lake Erie West Educational Service Center and the State Support Team of Region 1 on April 29. The event will be held at the Educational Service Center of Lake Erie West, 2275 Collingwood Blvd., in Toledo from 6-8 pm.

Presenting will be Jackie Jacoby M.ED of the State Support Team Region 1 and a school improvement and special education

consultant. Topics that will be covered include: understanding developmental milestones, literacy, understanding school standards, process for transition from preschool to kindergarten for students with a disability and helping parent and child prepare for success.

Parents and professionals are invited to register for this free training by emailing wsmenner@esclakeeriewest.org or calling 419214-3066.

Goal #1: Increase Academic Achievement for ALL students

Goal #3: Continue Building Our Future through Collaborative Leadership and Development district-wide.

report cards for each school and the district as a whole. While there is a heavy emphasis on state testing right now in our classrooms, we believe these tests are just one of the many ways we measure the success of our students. We also understand this testing can be stressful.

The best way we can prepare is to remind our students to remain confident, eat a good breakfast, and try their very best. We are so proud of our students and all they achieve here and everywhere!

Throughout the past two months, we have been working collaboratively with our teacher/staff leadership in all 12 buildings and with Sylvania Schools Parent Organization (SSPO) to assess our district’s core values.

These important words or phrases express the beliefs that guide our district’s actions, unite our staff, and define our essence. With our growing and changing district, it is very important that these core values align with our efforts and reflect collaboration. This work will continue into the summer and next school year.

In February, we welcomed Mr. Joe Beck as the new Director of Transportation. With his many years of experience, he is leading the continuous improvement efforts taking place that are focused on punctuality, accuracy, and

communication. Transportation improvement remains a top priority for our district, and we are committed to providing this service better as we finish the year and prepare for the start of next year. As the spring season begins, you will also see facility improvement projects begin.

Projects slated for this year include parking lot safety improvements and resurfacing, new fire alarm systems, new roofing and athletic facility upgrades. The funding for these projects comes directly from our permanent improvement fund, which is in place thanks to all of you and the approval of a permanent improvement levy back in 2010. We carefully evaluate and prioritize the use of these funds on a yearly basis.

Before we know it, summer will be here and another school year will be completed. We want to say another big thank you to our Sylvania community for all of your ongoing support of our district and helping to be a part of just HOW…#SylvaniaWorks

Southview Dance for a Chance

Pre-k transition training to be held

L-R: Orange team members Stella Jude-Ward, Jessica Potter, Chaise Brown, Gabby Johnson and Jennie Ball

L-R: Red team Cole McRoun, Chao Park, Phoebe Zhu, Kyle Blaze and Taylor Legall are part of Southview’s annual Dance 4 a Chance to raise funds for a charity chosen by the students. The event was held on April 6.

L-R: Green team members Jacob Lowe and Sophie Rees

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L-R: Blue Team members include Sammie Kumasi, Kylee Rogers, Kat Barricklow, Madison Smith, Joey Golding, Lydia Applin, Victoria Hagmeyer and Cliff Stacy.

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Congratulations Sylvania Second Grade Heart Trail Contest Winning Students!

Gail Stansley of Chandler Cafe congratulates Anna Stokes of Whiteford on her work that was displayed at Ace Hardware during February.

Sylvania Township Fire Chief Mike Ramm presents a blue ribbon to Grayson Manuel of Sylvan whose art work was exhibited at the Sylvania Library.

Maplewood Principal John Duwve gives Madeline Barnhart her blue ribbon for her winning picture which was on display at Beautiful Blooms

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Chief Mike Ramm congratulates Taylor Gardner of Stranahan. Her picture along with those of her classmates were on display at Sautters.

Chief Mike Ramm gives Tayla Spiegel of HillView her blue ribbon.

HillView coloring pages were on display at Inside the 5 during February.

Gail Stansley presents a blue ribbon to Emily Mayhall of St. Joes whose work was on display at Harmony in Life during February. The awards were presented at Chandler Cafe.

Central Trail Principal Amanda Ogren congratulates Payton Willard on her award. Her winning picture was on display at The Fitness Shack, a sponsor of the event.

Ashlynn Carson of Highland receives her ribbon from Gail Stansley of Chandler Cafe, a sponsor of the event and where Highland art was on display.

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Chamber Honors Teachers

Stranahan principal Jeremy Bauer and elementary teacher of the year Desi Ruiz; Southview Principal Kasey Vens and high school teacher of the year, Chris Awls; junior high teacher of the year, Anna Drake and her principal Melissa McDonald of Arbor Hills are congratulated by Sylvania Schools Superintendent Adam Fineske at the April Chamber of Commerce meeting.

Cougar of the Week

SJJ included in Ed Choice

Ka’Nia Matthews is the Career Tech student of the week.

Culinary Fundamentals teacher Mrs. Poiry states, “Ka’Nia comes to class daily ready to do whatever task is assigned each day. She has a positive attitude in class and the lab. Her work is thorough and she works well with all of her classmates. She has a true interest in food preparation and uses the skills she learns in class at her employment.” Ka’Nia works at UNB Cafe, a soul food restaurant. She cheered for the SV Cougars during the football season and dances at Touch a Dream Dance Company.

Northview student art show

The Ed Choice Scholarship Program has expanded and additional students are now eligible to receive tuition scholarships. On March 31, the list was updated to include an additional elementary school in the Sylvania Public School District. Current 5th graders at Whiteford, or any other designated elementary school, now qualify for a scholarship to attend St. John’s Jesuit Academy. This new scholarship can be combined with other awards, both need and merit-based.

Applications opened for the 2019-2020 school year on Feb.1 and the initial deadline to submit applications is April 26.

Qualifying families must apply for admission to St. John’s Jesuit or any participating Ed Choice school soon.

Upon acceptance, the school will process the appropriate paperwork to obtain the scholarship. Contact Robert Taylor, SJJ Director of Admissions, at 419-720-0757, for more information.

Spring has sprung and Northview High School is once again hosting its annual student art show. The show is a culmination of this year’s art work as well as a comprehensive look at the NV seniors four years in the art department. The reception for the show is Thursday, May 2, from 5:30 to 7:30 pm.

Rotary Praises Outstanding Students

L-R: Sylvania Southview Principal Kasey Vens with students Josh Vaculik, Educators Rising state champion for children’s literature, Adeline Lee, Business Professionals of America, 3rd place at state level, national qualifier, Kathryn Urrutia, Business Professionals of America, 3rd place prepared speech national qualifier, Dominic Castaldi, Business Professionals of America, 1st place fundamental accounting national qualifier, and wrestler Conner Liber, Northview Principal Steve Swaggerty, NV wrestlers Cole McKinley and Tucker Farm with Superintendent Adam Fineske are congratulated at Sylvania Rotary on April 4.

–by Mary Helen Darah

NV Musician

SV Musician

Kenna Edwards plays the clarinet in Symphonic Band, Marching Band and Pit Orchestra. She is a two-year marching band squad leader, three-year Symphonic Band Section Leader, two-year member of the BGSU High School Honor Band, and was 2nd Principal in the Ohio Ambassadors of Music. She has earned two Superior ratings on her Class B Clarinet Solos, coached a handful of Clarinet small ensembles, led sectionals, and toured Europe with the Ambassadors. Director Alison Knowles said, "Kenna is an incredibly reliable musician and leader. Her dedication to music, band and her peers is sincere and impossible to miss during rehearsals and performances. She always keeps what is best for the the group in the forefront of her mind." Outside of music, she races casually in sports cars, is a speech and debate competitor and loves volunteering.

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Adam Knapp has been a member of the Northview Band program all four years of high school. Adam has developed into a strong musician and leader throughout his time at NV. This year, Adam was a section leader of the drumline.

Adam is a constant team player, consistently putting the needs of others above his own and always willing to give of his time and energy to help others, especially in mentoring younger students. He has been involved in Drumline, Symphony Orchestra, Marching Band, Pep Band, Jazz Band, Pit Orchestra and all of the Northview concert bands. Adam has also participated in various honor bands and festivals, including OMEA events. Adam is the son of Julie and Robb Knapp.

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Northview Athletes of the Week

Sophomore Conner Liber is a second year varsity wrestler for the Northview Wildcats program at the 152-weight class. He placed 1st at the Jim Derr, 1st at Bill Urban, 2nd at the Findlay Invitational and was the 2019 NLL Champion. During the State Tournament, Conner won the Sectional Championship and placed 4th at Districts to advance to the OSHAA State Championships. He went 1-2, coming just short of the podium with a tough loss in the blood round. Conner is the first Sylvania Northview High School student to wrestle at States since 2001. His season record was 38-10 and his overall record is 77-20 as a Wildcat.

Senior Sam Clear has been a three-year varsity starter for the Wildcat basketball team. He was instrumental in the program’s success, in which the Wildcats went 76-21 over the past four years. Sam shattered the school’s career 3-point record this winter, finishing with 197 bombs in three seasons. In addition to breaking his own 3 pt. record for a season with 79 triples this winter, he was among the State leaders in 3 pt. field goal percentage at 43.53 percent. Sam’s post season honors included NLL All Academic, 1st Team All NLL, 2nd Team All District and Honorable Mention All Ohio.

–by John Crisman Asset Photography

NDA basketball player loves the sport

Sylvania resident and Notre Dame Academy student Emma Hoyt is a member of the league champion NDA Lady Arrows basketball team, which won the right to advance to the final four state championship games last month.

Lourdes to reinstate Track and Field program After a two-year hiatus, Lourdes Athletic Director Janet Eaton announced that Lourdes University will reinstate its track and field program for both men and women beginning with the 2019-2020 school year.

Current cross country coach Micah Tirop will assume the duties as head track and field coach with Lori Mahoney joining the program as an assistant coach.

Lourdes previously had a track and field team in the 2016-2017 season. “I am excited to bring track and field back to Lourdes,” Eaton stated. “The initial goal is to field a roster with sprinters and distance runners before eventually growing the program into a full-fledge operation. I have full confidence in Coach Tirop and his staff to lead our track

Lourdes Athlete

Lourdes Athlete of the Week is Brad Ammons of the baseball team. The Springfield HS graduate had an outstanding week for the Gray Wolves, who went 5-1 last week. Ammons was 15-of-35 (.429) with 10 runs, 8 RBI, and two home runs. He hit a walk-off 2 RBI home run to help Lourdes defeat Rochester (Mich.). It was his first career home run.

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“I love the sport,” the sophomore point guard said. “And everyone on this team makes playing so much fun!”

Hoyt said concentrating on being focused and being there for her teammates are part of her pregame preparations.

“I have learned so much from my team, especially the upper class players,” she related. “It is such a great feeling to know they have your back and they all are willing to do anything for each other.”

Hoyt feels she has gained much from being part of this team. “I have learned how important it is to be unselfish, to put the team above myself and focus on what we can do to help our team win each game we play,” she said.

Hoyt began playing basketball at St. Joseph’s in Sylvania when she was in the fourth grade.

program as he has a great deal of experience coaching not only cross country, but also track and field.”

Tirop arrived at Lourdes in December of 2018 as the head men’s and women’s cross country coach after serving as the assistant men’s and women’s cross country and track and field coach at Middle Tennessee State University for two years. In 2017, he helped lead that NCAA Division I school to the Conference USA title in men’s cross country, while assisting the Blue Raiders to a 23rd place finish at the NCAA National Championships that same season.

SV Athlete Honored

Jessica Potter has been a member of the Southview Competitive Cheer team since its inaugural season in 2015-2016 along with being a sideline cheerleader for four years. Head Coach Kortney Nieckarz commented, “Jessica has a strong passion for the sport. She is an outstanding leader and always has a positive attitude and an extremely kind heart. These qualities justify why her teammates voted her team captain. It has been an honor to watch Jessica develop into a leader and I am impressed by her ability to balance her dedication to this sport with her commitment to academic success, family life, social engagements, along with giving back to the community.” This past weekend Jessica led her team to a 4th place finish at the OASSA State Championship. In addition to cheerleading, Jessica is the Editorin-Chief of the Southview Meridian, a member of the Interact Club and the National Honor Society. She maintains a 4.4 GPA.

Sylvania–Then and Now

BY GAYLEEN GINDY LOOKING BACK

This is the 100th history article that I have written in this series of “Then & Now” stories.

This time I would like to tell you a story of a house that is over 100 years old, and gets very little exposure now. However, back in the days when the railroad depot used to sit along the railroad tracks, just south of Convent Blvd., anyone who entered or left our little village could see this house when they entered and exited the depot here. (Yes, the same depot that is now in our historical village). In the days when the train depot was located here there was a row of wooden structures that faced the railroad tracks, along Railroad Street, and they included a couple saloons, a general store, a barber shop, an ice house and several other very old residential homes.

By 1936 John Redding Jr. owned many of these buildings along Railroad Street, except our subject home, and they were becoming dilapidated and an eye-sore. One old-timer said that near the end it looked like a typical “ghost town.” The village officials demanded that Mr. Redding have the buildings razed, but he submitted five building permits to the Village of Sylvania officials requesting permission to make repairs to the buildings.

The officials met to discuss the issue and in the end said that the buildings had to go and denied approval of the building permits. The only building to survive this urban renewal at that time was our subject home, which was still fairly new at the time, and Yeager’s Grocery Store at the corner of Railroad and Convent.

The chain of owners over the years of our subject home includes: March 29, 1882 – David LaPoint (father of James D. LaPoint) 1896 – James D. and Lucy LaPoint July 25, 1922 – Ella Kember June 24, 1939 – Stella E. Crandall, et al.

Nov. 6, 1942 – James D. LaPointe July 6, 1955 – Edward H. & Helen C. Wackley July 31, 1974 – Norman P. & Beverly J. Gregory May 12, 1977 – Walter C. Jr. and Diane M Mayo July 8, 1987 – Russell D. Korb, et al.

May 26, 1994 – Lynne M. Drescher Aug. 12, 2002 – Shelly A. Davis Aug. 14, 2014 – John A, Dimartini Sept. 24, 2014 – Buff Villino LLC Our subject house was constructed in 1897 while James D. LaPoint owned the property.

He was the local coal dealer and was elected to the positions of Sylvania Township Clerk, Township Trustee, Township Assessor, Village Council, and he was a well-respected business man in Sylvania through all of these years as well. He was born in Whiteford Township,

Michigan in 1874 and married Lucy Gonia in 1896. That same year they moved to Sylvania and began operating a grocery and implement store along Railroad Street. By the next year he built this home. He operated his store at this corner until 1922. In an interview he said he also worked as the caretaker for the McManus estate, east of Sylvania, and two years as a state deputy oil inspector. In 1928 he went into business for himself, operating the J.D. LaPoint Coal Company located on the north side of Convent Blvd., along the west side of the railroad tracks.

When the 1900, 1910 and 1920 census was taken James and Lucy LaPoint were listed living in this home on Railroad Street. In 1922 county real estate records indicate that Mr. LaPoint purchased a 20 acre parcel at 6825 Convent Blvd. from Ella Kember and at that same time sold this home on Railroad Street to Ella Kember.

So, in 1922, William and Ella Kember moved from their Convent Blvd. 20 acre farm to this Railroad Street home, while James and Lucy LaPoint moved to the 20 acre farmhouse that the Kembers traded. Ella Kember died in 1928 and William Kember died in 1936.

A 1929 a Sanborn Insurance Map, drawn for insurance purposes, shows Railroad Street with the general store at the corner, then some empty land, then three small dwellings, then a larger commercial three story dwelling, then our subject dwelling (circled), and finally at the corner of Railroad and Hawley was a large structure that took up that entire corner. The railroad’s passenger depot is shown directly across the railroad tracks.

In the 1930 census this home on Railroad Street was being rented out to Albert S. and Mary Rose Foor and family. They were renting the home for $15 per month. He was 44 years old and employed as a foreman for the street railway and she was 35 years old. Also living in the home at this time was their son Wilbur M. Foor – 12 years old; son Stanley A. Foor – 9 years old; and his step-daughter Margaret H. Todd – 12 years old.

When the 1936 Sanborn Insurance Map was drawn it showed the same buildings along Railroad Street, but now the large structure that was at the corner of Railroad and Hawley was gone and the three story commercial building was also gone just north of our subject house, which is circled.

In the 1940 census Don Yoey and his wife Marie were renting the home for $12 per month. He was 40 years old and she was 36. He was employed as a baker for a chain bakery.

Also living in the home was their son John Yoey – 15 years; Barbara Yoey – 14 years; Eleanor Ziegler – step-daughter – 18 years; and Charles Ziegler – step-son – 16 years old.

In 1939 the ownership of the home transferred to the children of William and Ella Kember, and they sold the home back to James

5129 Railroad Street

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2019 D. LaPoint in 1942. Mr. LaPoint rented the house out while he owned it and then he sold it in 1955 to Edward H. and Helen C. (LaPoint) Wackley. Helen was James LaPoint’s greatniece, who married Edward Wackley in 1937.

They owned the home until 1974 when they moved to Florida.

Norman and Beverly Gregory were married

in Lucas County in 1972 and purchased this home in 1974. They only owned the home for three years and sold it in 1977.

The owners from 1977 through 2014 appear to have lived in the home while they owned it, according to suburban directories, and that was all I found on them after a quick search.

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THE MOUSE TRAP

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Windows 10 won’t hassle you to install an antivirus like Windows 7 did. Since Windows 8, Janis Weber Windows now includes a built-in free antivirus called Windows Defender. But is it really the best for protecting your PC, or is it even just good enough?

Windows Defender was originally known as Microsoft Security Essentials back in the Windows 7 days when it was offered as a separate download. Now it’s built right into Windows and it’s enabled by default. Many people have been led to believe that you should always install a third-party antivirus, but that isn’t the best solution for today’s security problems, like ransomware. I recommend a of Windows combination Defender and Malwarebytes.

Use the built-in Windows Defender for a traditional antivirus. The criminals have moved on from regular viruses to focus on ransomware, zero-day attacks, and even worse, malware that a traditional antivirus just can’t handle. Windows Defender is built right in, blazing fast, doesn’t annoy you and does its job cleaning old-school viruses.

Use Malwarebytes for Anti-Malware and AntiExploit because all of the huge malware outbreaks these days use zero-day flaws in your browser to install ransomware to take over your PC, and only Malwarebytes provides excellent protection against this with their unique anti-exploit system. There’s no bloatware and it won’t slow you down.

When you run Windows 10, you’ll have an antivirus program already as Windows

Public Computer Classes Defender comes built into Windows 10 and automatically scans programs you open, downloads new definitions from Windows Update, and provides an interface you can use for in-depth scans. Best of all, it doesn’t slow down your system and mostly stays out of your way, which I can’t say about most other antivirus programs.

Malwarebytes claims to be able to replace your traditional antivirus entirely, but we disagree with this. It uses completely different strategies for protecting you. Antivirus will block or quarantine harmful programs that find their way to your computer, while Malwarebytes attempts to stop harmful software from ever reaching your computer in the first place. Since it doesn’t interfere with traditional antivirus programs, we recommend you run both programs for the best protection.

Note that you can get some of Malwarebytes’ features for free, but with caveats. For example, the free version of Malwarebytes program will only scan for malware and PUPs on-demand (you manually run it). It won’t scan in the background like the premium version does. In addition, it doesn’t contain the anti-exploit or anti-ransomware features of the premium version.

You can only get all three features in the full $40 per year version of Malwarebytes, which we recommend. But if you’re willing to forego anti-ransomware and always-on malware scanning, the free versions of Malwarebytes and Anti-Exploit are better than nothing and you should definitely use them.

Upcoming Class

I invite you to join my class at the Sylvania Senior Center (419-885-3913) Monday, April 22 and Tuesday, April 23 from 1-2:30 pm for an in-depth look into Facebook. We will cover all the preferences and options and get a real feel for your participation in this social network.

We all use it for different reasons. Let’s talk about yours. Setting the options is more important than you think. We will go over all of them.

I will be teaching classes at the Sylvania Senior Center in 2019 (419-885-3913). These classes are non-credit, and all are priced reasonably. Look for Word, Google Docs, iPad / iPhone, basic skills and Facebook in 2019.

Check them out. If you prefer personal tutoring; that is my specialty. It’s just you and me (419-318-9112). The Senior Center newsletter is posted online with their current class schedule. If you have an idea for a class, let me know. (scsonline.org/seniorcenter/educationalprograms)

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I will come to your home or office and help you with almost any predicament including repairs, upgrades and general software or

hardware issues. I can be your resident “Geek.”

I have an endless amount of patience and knowledge with years of experience. Give me a text or call at 419-318-9112. Don’t forget to sign up for my Free Newsletter at OhComputerTraining.com. Subscribers will get a copy of this article plus added hints, tips and trusted/valuable web-links.

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Private tutoring and repairs are just a phone call or email away.

Phasion of the Opera – “60 Years Remembered” benefits Toledo Opera Guild and Honor Opera Icon What makes someone an icon? Calling someone an icon means they have become important and recognizable as a symbol of a particular organization. This year the Toledo Opera Guild will celebrate its 60 years of service to the Toledo Opera by honoring 40 icons of the opera world with a fashion presentation and a video of the opera icons on May 15 at 11 am at the Sylvania Country Club.

Sixty years ago the Guild began its work to support the Toledo Opera. The Guild has helped the Opera flourish through the diligence, creativity and energy of many guild members throughout the years and the partnerships they have created with

businesses in the community.

The event will include a fashion presentation with looks from the past sixty years, a look-back video featuring opera icons as the stars, raffle baskets and a luncheon. Guests are invited to wear a vintage ensemble if they choose.

Reservations are due by May 1. Tickets are $75 for a DIVA and $50 for a patron ticket.

To purchase tickets call 419-461-0155 or visit brownpapertickets.com/event/4089310.

With a large audience expected the Guild recommends getting tickets soon to enjoy an afternoon stroll down memory lane with “60 Years Remembered.”

Ballet Theatre of Toledo is holding an open house May 4 from 10 am to 12:30 pm for those interested in finding out more about their classes. BTT, located at 1124 Corporate Dr. in Holland, offers classes for 3

½ year olds through adults. Free refreshments will be available during the open house.

For more information call 419-861-0895 or visit ballettheatreoftoledo.org.

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If you live, work, go to school or volunteer in the Sylvania area, you can become a member. Visit our web site for complete banking services or stop by and see us.

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CRAIG STOUGH MAYOR’S MESSAGE

Shred Day and Arbor Day

The city of Sylvania has two green programs scheduled and coming up soon this spring: Shred Day Craig Stough and Arbor Day. Everyone is invited to attend and participate in these programs for improving the environment.

The city of Sylvania will be hosting its 13th annual "Shred Day" on Saturday, April 20, from 9 am to 1 pm, rain or shine. AccuShred LLC will again bring their document destruction equipment to the Sylvania Municipal Court parking lot at 6730 Monroe St. and offer on-site shredding of documents. Enter off Monroe Street at the west driveway. AccuShred is a certified information document destruction

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TOWNSHIP TOPICS

Zoning variances

Zoning variances have been approved by the Sylvania Township board of zoning appeals which will allow for the development of two new restaurants in the area. The board approved an exception to a requirement that the Brint Road frontage for the former Village Inn be 35 feet from the road. An addition planned for the east end of the building will be only 5.7 feet from the public right-of-way. As part of a building renovation, the addition will include ADA restrooms. The plan commission staff recommended approval of the variance. The primary reason for that recommendation is that the building was constructed prior to the extension of Brint Road to Harroun Road. The extension of Brint made the building non-conforming to the township zoning resolution, but not by any action of the property's owner or the current applicant. The new restaurant will be Cameo Pizza at the Inn, according to zoning documents. Cameo Pizza has its origins in Sandusky in the 1930s and has other

company, and for the 6th year will also be accepting electronic items for recycling.

Residents can bring up to 50 lbs. of personal paper documents in boxes or bags for free shredding, courtesy of AccuShred without cost to the City. That is about three medium bags or banker's boxes full of documents. Additional documents beyond 50 lbs. will also be shredded, but at a cost of $3 per container.

Staples do not need to be removed, but paper cannot be in binders or have binder clips. At last year's Sylvania Shred Day, a new record of 25,130 lbs. of paper, the most ever, was dropped off for shredding, up from 23,080 lbs. in 2017.

Shredding offers a practical way to recycle paper rather than burying it in a landfill and it is a natural extension of the City of Sylvania's curbside materials recycling and green yard waste recycling programs. Shredding is also a safe way to dispose of personal documents that contain identity and financial information such as account numbers, social security numbers, names and addresses. Identity theft locations in Ohio.

The other proposed restaurant to obtain a zoning variance is a Waffle House at 5445 Monroe St. The restaurant is designed to abut the east portion of the property of Mancy's Italian restaurant. The variance needed from zoning requirements deals with the rear of the property where a portion of the 0.4-acre parcel adjoins residential property. Zoning rules require a landscape buffer of 30 feet be established between commercial and residential property.

Established commercial uses along that stretch of Monroe Street are not in compliance with the 30 foot buffer and the plan to share a cross-access drive with the auto maintenance business to the east were reasons given by the applicants to approve the variance. There was an added condition that the additional screening and landscaping will be at the discretion of the board and shall be enforced by the township zoning department.

Chamber of Commerce is also hosting an Arbor Day Celebration on Friday, April 26 at Toledo Memorial Park, planting a new tree for each new member of the Chamber in 2018.

The Tree City USA program is sponsored by the Arbor Day Foundation in cooperation with the National Association of State Foresters and the USDA Forest Service. To become a Tree City USA a community must meet four standards: a tree board or department, a tree care ordinance, a comprehensive community forestry program and an Arbor Day observance.

Sylvania Rotary Club is again donating this year’s Arbor Day Celebration tree, as they have done for many years. Since 1975, over 7,700 street trees have been planted by the City of Sylvania Parks and Forestry Division. City forestry programs not only plant new trees, but also prune and take care of trees in Sylvania’s parks, public lands and street right-of-ways.

with funding from a grant announced last year from the Federal Emergency Management Administration of more than $700,000 to be shared by several area fire departments.

The bid from Motorola was for nearly $900,000. The bid was the lowest submitted, but more expensive than anticipated, so each of the departments will likely have to reduce the amount of equipment they had originally sought. Sylvania Township’s fire department had been approved for purchasing up to 20 portable units, which are worn by

firefighters, and nine mobile units which are installed in fire vehicles. A meeting of the departments is scheduled to determine what each intends to do.

Other departments which are to share in the grant are Toledo, Rossford, Maumee, Whitehouse, Richfield and Jerusalem townships.

Sylvania Township Fire Chief Mike Ramm said the grant announcement was particularly timely because Motorola had stated that it was planning to discontinue production of the radios currently in use by the end of the year. Although there would be an inventory of parts available for a time to repair current radios, it would reach a point where they would have to be replaced. The FEMA grant will be a big help in that regard Ramm noted.

Latta Honored

Radio purchase

The Sylvania Township trustees have approved accepting a bid from Motorola to allow for the purchase of a number of radios for the township fire department. The cost of the equipment will be considerably reduced

Shred Day announced for Sylvania residents

The city of Sylvania, in an effort to increase awareness about how to safeguard personal documents from identity theft, has partnered with AccuShred to promote the proper disposal and destruction of personal information.

As a result, AccuShred will offer on-site destruction of up to 50 pounds of personal documents, or approximately three banker boxes, free of charge. Additional boxes or bags or documents will be destroyed for a fee of $3 per container. Residents are asked to bring boxed or bagged documents to the collection site, located at the Sylvania Municipal Court Building, 6700 Monroe St., between the hours of 9 am and 1 pm. on Saturday, April 20.

Residents will be able to unload the material and empty the contents into a large bin. The contents of the bin will be dumped into the shredder and shredded on site. Residents may stay in their vehicles and watch the material be shredded. Documents can also be taken to or picked up by AccuShred and other accredited document destruction companies with the same results.

Electronic recycling is happening for the fifth year at the 2019 Shred Day event. The following items are accepted: computers, CPUs and laptops, mainframes, servers, peripherals, computer cables and wires, telephones, cell

has become a bigger problem in recent years and shredding is one way to reduce your exposure to this problem.

In addition, electronic items, including computers, printers, copiers, fax machines, small appliances, telephones, cell phones and DVD/VCR/CD players will again be accepted for recycling during this year's Shred Day. Computer monitors will cost $5 each and televisions will not be accepted. Visit the City’s website, cityofsylvania.com, for a complete list of electronic items that will be accepted for recycling. Last year, 7,090 lbs. of electronic items were recycled, also a new record, up from 6,290 lbs. in 2017.

The City of Sylvania will have its annual Arbor Day Celebration on Friday, May 3, and this year it will be held at St. Joseph School starting at 9:00 am. The City of Sylvania has been named a Tree City USA by the National Arbor Day Foundation for the 37th consecutive year. In addition, the Sylvania Area

phones and telephone systems, fax machines and central office equipment, printers and copiers, banking and financial equipment, electronic circuit boards and components, small appliances, VCR, DVD and CD players, stereo equipment, games and PDAs. Computer monitors can be recycled for a $5 fee.

Televisions will not be accepted at the Shred Day drop off, but local recyclers such as State Paper and Metal, AccuShred’s parent company, do provide options for television recycling.

The goal of this project is to show Sylvania area residents how to protect themselves from identity theft while diverting a significant amount of paper and electronics from the local waste stream. According to a landfill audit conducted by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Division of Recycling and Litter Prevention, more than 65 percent of what is disposed of in our local landfills is paper. Only 25 percent of electronics are recycled today, resulting in a reduction of landfill space by approximately 600 thousand tons per year.

The efforts of Sylvania residents and Shred Day have accounted for 90,000 pounds of recycled paper in just the last four years. For more information call the city of Sylvania zoning office at 419-885-8948 or visit cityofsylvania.com.

Congressman Bob Latta, R-Bowling Green, was recognized for his projobs and pro-growth legislative record by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s President and CEO Thomas Donohue. The Chamber presented Congressman Latta with the “Spirit of Enterprise” Award based on his voting record.

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Sylvanians Flock to Fifth Third Field For

Bill Sheehan talks with Mike Repass and Don Weiher of AREA Title Co. before the game at their tent.

Maria and Steve Lennex are keeping warm and looking forward to opening day.

Tom Wulf, Marybeth Shunck and Tina Denker of First Federal Bank have fun despite the cold.

Steve Leamy of Signature Bank and Bill McNeal are ready for opening day.

Neal Mahoney of Midland Title greets guests at his company’s tent party outside of Fifth Third Field.

Realtors Marcia Rubini and John Mangas take time off work to celebrate opening day.

Joe Napoli has fun catching up with Mark Beier outside of the Mud Hens suite.

Mary-Bec Gwyn and Marty Bihn talk with Tim Schlachter before the game starts.

Dave White talks with Lori Johnston inside the ball park.

Beth Carr, JC Scruggs and Dan Carr are ready for any kind of weather.

Julie Wasserman and Lilliana Pounds of Midland Title.

Ruth and John Kanther of Farmers and Merchants Bank enjoy the party the bank and AREA Title hosted.

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Opening Day and a Mud Hens Victory

The Boyers, Larry, Nick, Don and Stephen have fun in the Waterford Bank suite at Fifth Third Field.

Ken and Nancy Rusk, Jon and Niki Frankel and Howard and Tara Ice look forward to a fun time.

Ramy Eidi finds a quiet spot to talk with Mike Awad outside of his suite on opening day.

Joe and Crystal Mathias join friends before the game on opening day, April 4.

Michael Casey and Ron Boynar spend time before the game in the suite area.

Scott and Denise Walsh talk with Phil Skeldon in the suite area before the game.

Laurie Stansley and Diane Belinske have fun on opening day.

Paula Dusseau and Laura Dosch take time out and enjoy a quiet moment in the Waterford Bank suite.

Nancy Jomantas takes time out from the game to hang out with Muddy the MudHen.

Gary March, Gary Johnson and Pat Bropst enjoy opening day in the suite area.

Stephanie Kuhlman and Doug Howard visit the suite area before the ball game.

Matt and Renee Maley stop by the Ice Industries suite to watch the game.

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Lourdes University summer camps

Bowling - June14, 5 to 6:30 pm, Fundamentals and Basics of Bowling for ages 7-12.The cost is $40, includes t-shirt. June 15, 9 am to 4 pm, for bowlers entering grades 7-12. The cost is $75. A t-shirt, ball towel, and lunch are included.

June 16, 10 to 11 am, Lourdes College Experience seminar with information about the school, bowling program, NAIA bowling. In the afternoon there will be a Mini 6 Game Sweeper beginning at 1pm. The cost of the event is $40, with $30 going toward scholarship prizes.

For more information or to register for any of the events, contact head coach Torrie Bartalone at 419-517-8941 or tbartalone@lourdes.edu.

Women’s Soccer ID Clinic- annual Women’s Soccer ID clinic Sunday, June 30 from 1 to 6 pm on mid campus field for high school age players.The cost is $50, payable the day of camp. For more information or to register, visit lourdes.edu/campus-life/student-activities-recreation/womens-

soccer-id-clinic/ or contact Rhonda Smith at 419-824-3898 or rsmith2@lourdes.edu.

Boy’s Youth Lacrosse - June 3-6, 4 to 7 pm, on grass and turf fields for boys in grades 5-8. The cost is $50. For more information or to register, contact Patrick Yannarelli at 419-517-7459 or pyannarelli@lourdes.edu.

Volleyball - June 10-12, 9 am to 3 pm at the Russell J. Ebeid Recreation Center for both boys and girls in grades 8-12. The cost is $150 per camper.

For more information or to register, contact Greg Reitz at 419-824-3519 or greitz@lourdes.edu.

Wrestling - June 26-28, 9 am to noon, inside the Franciscan Center gymnasium focusing on techniques for elementary, middle, and high school level. The cost is $75. For more information or to register, contact Dock Kelly III at 419-517-8967 or dkelly@lourdes.edu.

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Class of Games July 11, 1-4pm, Ages 3-5 Class of Games July 16, 1-4pm, Ages 6-10 Pickleball July 23, 1-4pm, Ages 6-10 OSU/UM Basketball Special Camp June 27, 9am-4pm, Ages 10-14 June 28, 9am-4pm, Ages 15-18

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SYLVANIA AREA CRIME REPORTS Criminal Damaging Shawn Kiszella, 5400 block Grey Dr., property defaced Nathan Williams, 5700 block Delbrook Dr., back door damaged in attempted burglary Lost Property Carol Hoffman, 6800 block Convent Blvd., purse lost Theft Walmart, 5800 block Central Ave., attempted theft of TV Judith Malhotra, 7200 block. W. Central Ave., cell phone stolen Vera Wiskochil, 5700 block Anchor Hills Blvd., bank card stolen Ryan Stack, 4500 block Brookhurst Rd., wallet with cash, credit cards, and camera stolen from vehicle

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Read Alrabaya, 2800 block Holland Sylvania, wallet with cash, credit card, personal papers stolen Raymond Washington, 5900 block Wakefield, music festival parking pass stolen Theresa Louis, 5500 block Altshelter, TVs stolen Irelene Keim, 7900 block Milord, identity theft Audrey Sweeney, 5200 block Monroe St., cash stolen from wallet Michelle Cramer, 7100 block W. Central Ave., purse with wallet and cash, credit cards, prescriptions stolen John Jurkiewicz, 2700 block Micham Rd., bicycle stolen Walmart, 5800 block W. Central Ave., merchandise stolen Brian Tifft, 5100 block Trellis Way, cash stolen Sylvania Court, 6700 block Monroe St., Neoprene lock case for cell phone stolen Criminal Damaging Read Mahmoud Aburaida, 5900 block Rudyard, home vandalized FROM THE COURTS Aggregated Tresspass Brian Zimmerman, 109 Franklin Ave., Swanton, $100 fine, 180 days, 178 days suspended Attempted B&E Brian Zimmerman, 109 Franklin Ave., Swanton, $100 fine, 180 days, 168 days suspended Complicity Michael Meadows, 18 City Park, Toledo, $100 fine, 90 days, 84 days suspended Criminal Tresspassing Rachel Leonard, 558 Heitz Ave., $100 fine, Disorderly Conduct Tammy Wahl, 7330 Nightingale, Holland, 30

days suspended Corey Szalkowski, 4710 Wickford Drive, West, Sylvania, 30 days suspended Daniel Wlliams, 3716 Turrent Green, Toledo, $50 fine, 30 days suspended Drug Possession Rachel Leonard, 558 Heitz Ave., Toledo, $100 fine, 180 days, 178 days suspended Corey Szalkowski, 4710 Wickford Dr., West, 30 days suspended DUS Bethany Primas, 3242 Raleigh, Toledo, $200 fine, 30 days suspended Improper Hand Gun Cornelius Crawford, 11153 River Bend Ct., Perrysburg, $300 fine, 180 days, 177 days suspended Menacing Woodrow Ford, 7344 Kest Lane, Sylvania, $100 fine, 30 days, 16 days suspended OVI Ali Sobb, 5457 Grey Dr., Sylvania, $525 fine, 180 days, 170 days suspended Angel Duran, 5674 Centennial Rd., Sylvania, $375 fine, 180 days, 174 days suspended Stephen Rice, 7321 Monroe St, Whitehouse, $375 fine, 180 days, 174 days suspended Cornelius Crawford, 11153 River Bend Ct. West, Perrysburg, $375 fine, 180 days, 171 days suspended Christopher Ewry, 4430 N. Holland-Sylvania, Toledo, $450 fine, 180 days, 177 days suspended Physical Control Steven Meeks, 12410 Saffer Rd., Swanton, $375 fine, 180 days, 177 days suspended Cameron Ricker, 6130 Holly Valley Dr., Toledo, $250 fine, 30 days, 27 days suspended

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Douglas Woodring, 22756 101st St., Toledo, $375 fine, 180 days, 170 days suspended Steven Brookman, 5914 Atwell, Toledo, $375 fine, 180 days, 177 days suspended Reckless Operation Amanda Saferin, 2608 Museum Way, Fort Worth, Texas, $250 fine, 30 days, 27 days suspended May Marin, 3904 Mill Run Ct., Toledo, $250 fine, 30 days, 27 days suspended Joshua Brady, 1438 Wilderness Dr., Maumee, $250 fine, 30 days, 27 days suspended Jordan Williams, 1084 Barney Oldfield Dr., Wauseon, $250 fine, 30 days, 27 days suspended Theft Keith Jeffries, 3378 Mulberry St., Toledo, $100 fine Jason Helton, 930 Ogden, Toledo, $100 fine, 90 days, 87 days suspended Seth Scharbach, 4426 Rose Garden Dr., Toledo, $100 fine, 4 days Jessica Doty, 12150 Monclova Rd., Swanton, $100 fine Jeffrey Burke, 1715 Freeman St., Toledo, $150 fine, 180 days, 120 days suspended Violation of TPO Jon Martinez, $100 fine, 180 days, 76 days suspended Alexander Negrin, 914 Utica, Toledo, $100 fine, 180 days, 179 days suspended Unauthorized Use Property Jeffrey Burke, 1715 Freeman St., Toledo, $50 fine, 30 days suspended Weapons Aaron Carey, 3202 Fairbanks Ave., Toledo, 180 days, 118 days suspended Information is provided to Sylvania AdVantage. Sylvania AdVantage is not responsible for the contents on this page.

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Billie Lou Carson

Amborski. Joan was a Woodward High School graduate, class of 1951.

Joan retired as an executive secretary for Jeep in Toledo after 38 years of service. She loved and was an active member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, Sylvania, Ohio, where she sang in the funeral choir. Joan enjoyed doing crafts, was a fantastic photographer, taking pictures of all occasions, and was an excellent cook. She also loved to shelter and feed stray animals.

She cherished being a "great" grandmother and enjoyed all activities concerning her grandchildren - she was their biggest cheerleader, attending every game, rain/sleet/snow or shine. A very giving woman, Joan will be lovingly remembered for her caring, compassionate nature and for her terrific sense of humor, showcasing her black mouse tattoo.

Surviving is her daughter Cynthia (Scott) Liber; grandchildren Zack and Sarah Liber; many nieces, nephews, special relatives and friends.

She was also preceded in death by siblings, Henrietta Buczkowski, Joseph and Raymond Amborski; and her beloved husband, Ronald J. Zsigrai.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Cardinal Stritch High School, the Toledo Area Humane Society, any church or synagogue of the donor's choice.

Billie Lou Carson, age 86, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on March 27, 2019, at Kingston of Sylvania, Ohio. She was born June 18, 1932, in Powell, Ohio to the late William and Wanda (Pinney) Campbell. Billie graduated from Dublin (OH) High School in 1950 and completed her studies at The Ohio State University in dental hygiene. Her humble beginnings taught her at an early age the value of family, service to others and an unwavering faith.

Billie was foremost a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She loved spending time with her family, especially attending the many sporting events of her grandchildren and summers with family on Round Lake.

Billie was also an avid fan of Ohio State and University of Toledo athletics. She found great joy in caring for her home, including decorating for the holidays, working in her flower gardens and ponds, and mowing her lawn (often 5 times per week!). Billie worked as dental hygienist for Dr. Rogers in Toledo prior to raising her family. After her children went to school, she was a teacher's aide caring for special needs children in Toledo Public Schools for many years. Billie will always be remembered as a sweet, caring and giving person that had a genuine interest in everyone she encountered. She will equally be remembered for her elegant style and grace, even up to the end.

Left to cherish her memory are her daughters Kim (Larry) McGill and Lisa (Mike) Valigosky; and grandchildren Justin and Landon McGill, Lauren and Carson Valigosky. She was also preceded in death by her beloved husband of more than 60 years, Robert Carson; and sister Jodie Carone.

Special thanks to the devoted staff at Kingston of Sylvania and Ohio Living Home Health Hospice of Greater Toledo.

Memorials are suggested to First Alliance Church, University of Toledo Athletics, Hospice or a charity of the donor’s choosing.

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Joan G. (Amborski) Zsigrai, age 85, of Toledo, Ohio, died April 2, 2019, at The Lakes of Sylvania. She was born May 30, 1933, in Toledo to the late Joseph and Charolette

W ORSHIP D IRECTORY

Christ Presbyterian Church

Epworth United Methodist Church

Times of Service: 8 a.m. Chapel • 10 a.m. Sanctuary

Times of Service: Sundays, 8:30, 9:45, and 11 a.m.

4225 Sylvania

(corner of Sylvania and Talmadge)

419-475-8629 cpctoledo.org

Choosy Moms Choose Jesus

4855 W. Central 419-531-4236

Details at epworth.com

St. Stephen Lutheran Church

Looking for a church your family can call home?

Visit us Sunday 10:30 am

7800 Erie, Sylvania, Ohio 419-885-1551

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Flanders Rd Church of Christ 5130 Flanders Rd Toledo, Ohio 43623

Times of Service:

8:30 a.m. Traditional 11 a.m. Contemporary

St. Michael’s In The Hills Episcopal Church 4718 Brittany 419-531-1616

Times of Service: Sundays, 8 a.m. and 9:45 a.m. lovelearnserve.org

Zion Lutheran Church

8307 Memorial Hwy., Ottawa Lake, Michigan 49267 734-856-2921

Times of Service, Winter Schedule Adult Bible Study @ 9 a.m.

Sunday School @ 9 a.m.

Worship Service @ 10 a.m.

Winter Hours begin Sept. 10

Want to publicize your worship services and activities? Contact Sylvania AdVantage for more info! 419-824-0100 or ads@yourgood.news

YOURGOOD.NEWS |MID APRIL 19 | 17B

BUILDABLE LOT ~ REDUCED!

5966 Sylvan Ridge Dr. ~ $40,000 City of Toledo, Sylvania Schools. Last buildable lot in the subdivision. Just under a half acre.

Backs to woods. North off Alexis, just west of Talmadge. Sidewalk is in. Utilities at the street.

Brad Crown – Realtorman 419/467-7070 RE/MAX Central Group

LUXURY WATERFRONT ESTATE

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8664 Slate Ridge Court $324,900 Cobblestone neighborhood 4 BR, 3 full BA home on corner lot w/paneled den, updated kitchen, Master BR with balcony, dual sided fireplace, full basement & beautiful gardens. Well maintained!

Kay McArdle 419-654-0059 Howard Hanna Real Estate Services

100 acres north of Blissfield in Lenawee County. 20 acres woods.

South branch of Little Raisin River runs thru. Hard to find land in this area.

Priced at only $5,000 per acre.

Call Larry at Faust Real Estate, LLC 517-270-3645

New Listings

3531 Southpoint Rd. $924,900 Sylvania Twp. Berman built 5588 Sq. ft. 5 BR 4 full 2 half BA home in Wildewood off Corey Rd. Outstanding quality throughout! Open floor plan. Gourmet island kitchen, 1st floor master.

Finished bsmnt. Too many extras to list! Call, text or email for details!

9646 Fieldstone Ln. 5750 Little Rd. • $695,000 Sylvania $315,000 Sylvania's Slice of Heaven is for sale!

You’ve driven by this estate-style Like new 4 BR 3 full BA property located on the corner of Erie sprawling ranch on the & Little Rd. This 1850 home has had water in Maple Creek. the same owner for the past 50 years Features open floor plan. and has been well cared for. 4 BR Island kitchen w/quartz 2.5 BA home on a beautiful wooded counters & newer stainless 4.09 acre lot and has a bridge going appliances. Beautiful views over the creek to the woods. There is of the pond from many of a greenhouse, 3 car garage w/ walkthe rooms. A must see! up attic, a barn & more!

Priced to sell!

Marcia Rubini, 419/870-2009 • RE/MAX Preferred Associates Feel a million miles away from it all one hour from Sylvania. Privacy in the lap of luxury. Own the Crown Jewel at the Headwaters of Clear Lake’s coveted Gold Coast. 4.3 acres, 461 waterfront feet, Main Manor and Gentleman’s Quarters. www.tarajories.com Evan & Suzy Rice • 260-495-3211

CALL ME ABOUT MY AREA COMMERCIAL LISTINGS

Gary A. Micsko

CCIM Senior Associate Industrial Properties

For more information on area listings, visit rkgcommercial.com or call 419.290.8644

LOOKING FOR CLASS “A” OFFICE SPACE? LIBERTY SQUARE BUILDINGS I, II & III AFFORDABLE OFFICES FOR LEASE

Liberty Square Buildings 1, 2, 3

4149, 4159 & 4169 N. Holland-Sylvania Sylvania Twp.

Monthly rent includes: * Water, gas & electric * Janitorial service * Conference rooms * Storage space

*Beautiful Landscaping *Backyard Pergola *Spacious Parking lot *Friendly Staff

Check out the space available on officespace.com

Liberty Square Partners, LLC. • Bobbie Ziviski – (419) 885-1988 libertysquare123@gmail.com

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SERVICES Cleaning serviCes ProviDeD More than 25 years experience providing high quality performance with a conscientious attitude. Goal oriented to dependability & thoroughness.

References provided upon request.

Please call Tammy @ 419-882-8258

PEsT coNTRoL Ants, Termites, Bed Bugs, Mice, Box Elders, Bee/Wasps

Tom’s PEsT coNTRoL Holland, ohio

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BUSINESS/OPPORTUNITY FOR SALE

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Schwinn Classic Bicycles, World Tourist, Matched Set, Lady and Gent, Metallic blue Rarely used; in storage. $800.

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SERVICES

HELP WANTED

Tree Trimming & small Tree removals Over 30 years experience offering high quality performance with a conscientious attitude.

Mention this ad to receive a 10% Discount.

Please ask for Jeff e Tree Specialist 419-882-8258 or 419-810-1034

Permanent part-time help wanted at children’s shoe store. Hours would include some nights and weekends.

Apply at Stride Rite, 5333 Monroe St. Hobby Lobby plaza

LEGAL NOTICE

Legal Notice to Cut Weeds To all owners, lessees, agents or tenants owning or having charge of land within the City of Sylvania, Ohio, which has noxious weeds and/ or rank vegetation about to spread or mature seeds growing on same, take notice that the said noxious weeds and/or rank vegetation must be cut and destroyed within ten (10) days after the date of publication of this notice. Failure to comply with this notice shall result in the Director of Public Service causing such noxious weeds and/or rank vegetation to be cut and/or destroyed. All costs and expenses, including costs of giving notice, incurred by the City, in cutting and/or destroying said noxious weeds and/or rank vegetation shall be a lien upon the property from which they are removed and if the same are not paid within twenty (20) days after they are incurred by the City, they shall be certified to the County Auditor who shall place the same on the tax duplicate, with the interest and penalties allowed by law, and they shall be collected as other municipal taxes are collected.

THE ♥ OF OUR COMMUNITY

Montessori Day School is a preschool that is passionate about the Montessori Method and committed to laying the foundation of knowing, loving, and obeying God. We are seeking both part-time teachers assistants and administrative help for the 2019-2020 school year.

If you are interested in joining our team, please send a resume to joy@montessoridaytoledo.com Local, family-owned company in wholesale beauty supply busines is looking for a reliable, responsible worker for light warehouse work including filling orders for shipping.

Needs to be adaptable for flexible scheduling mostly mornings.

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YOURGOOD.NEWS | MID APRIL 2019 | 19B

Spring Art Festival Showcases Many Talents

Jana Whitmore shows Darlene Johnson one of the therapy frogs from Dragonfly.

Marilee Davis admires the work by Kathy Rennels of Adorable.

Sally McGlenn and her daughter Vicky Brymer admire the wooden bunnies on sale at Lourdes.

Nancy Simon and Sr. Barb Valo talk with Charlotte Murd about the honey, maple syrup and Lourdes Cookbooks available at their booth.

Mike Abernathy and Elizabeth Reiter talk with Sr. Karen Zielinski at the All Good Things booth.

Hannah, Libby and Jeff King of Del Costello Ceramics help Karen Hess decide on a purchase.

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Jan Purington, Tootie Morrette, Judy Nemet, CeCe Rutherford, Pat Weiss and Diane Hoover write thank you notes at the April 3 work meeting in the home of Teri Giacci.

Sharon Henning, hostess Teri Giacci, Mary Ellen Bernardo, June Landry and Pat Weiss work on addressing for the letter appeal.