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Sassy • Spirited • Successful

Co-editors Jennifer Ruple and Mary Helen Darah

“If you want others to be happy, practice compassion. If YOU want to be happy, practice compassion.” - Dalai Lama This month we are on a mission to warm your hearts. Meet Dr. Anne Ruch of Compassion Health Toledo (pg. 3). She and her team practice with a purpose. Discover one of the city’s best kept secrets...wintertime fun at the Toledo Farmers’ Market (pg. 4). Moose, a golden retriever rescue, proves there is no age limit to second chances and finding love (pg. 6). Kristi Shaner, clinical therapist, continues our series on ways to beat the winter blues (pg. 8). Robert Alexander shares how to fall in love again with his doo-wop Valentine play list (pg. 9). Get ready for the “big game” with crowd-pleasing Super Bowl snacks (pg. 10). Jeff Bucher shares tips to avoid identity theft (pg. 14). Curl up with a good book on ‘amore’ (pg. 15) with suggestions from Sue Schafer. We are full of gratitude for your support and readership. You melt our hearts!

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Editors Mary Helen Darah Jennifer Ruple Boomer Consultant Sharon Lange Contributing Writers Robert Alexander, Jeff Bucher, Mary Helen Darah, Jennifer Ruple, Sue Schafer, Kristi Shaner Distribution Veronica Fischer, Donald Frazier, Nancy Jomantas, Paul Jomantas Layout and Design Elissa Cary, P. Collins Boom Your Business with Advertising boomersandbeyond2014@gmail.com 419-824-0100 On The Web sylvaniaadvantage.com/boomers-beyond facebook.com/ Boomers Hangout 5657 N. Main St. #1, Sylvania, Ohio 43560

Inside

• Practice with a Purpose

• Warm up at the Market

• Mari and Moose

6 8 9

• Beat the Winter Blues 2 • A Doo-wop Valentine’s Day • Super Bowl Snacks

• Crossword Fun • Books for Boomers

11 14 15

• It’s a Date

• Protect Your Identity

ON THE COVER

Mari Davies and her 10-year-old golden retriever rescue, Moose.

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Practice with a Purpose

Clinic offers compassionate medical care By Mary Helen Darah

Compassion Health Toledo, a nonprofit community health clinic, opened its doors, very old doors in fact, on July 31, 2017. The clinic occupies the 100-year-old building that was once the location of the South Toledo Library. The facility offers general medicine, women’s health care, prenatal care, and pediatric care and accepts Medicaid and most insurances. If patients are uninsured or under-insured, fees are based on their ability to pay. Executive Director of Compassion Health Toledo, Dr. Anne Ruch, is still amazed at how an abandoned building became filled with medical expertise and compassion. “It is quite a long story,” she stated. “When you are 60 your stories usually are lengthy. This is no exception. I started going to Guatemala for mission work with our church. I’m Christian and if you believe in any kind of god at all, you are called to serve. Since I am a doctor, I can use my skills to help. In 2007, I returned from a mission trip and began working with Steve North. We started Lifeline Medical Mission. Through this work, I discovered that things were just as bad in my own country and city.”

A seed is planted

Dr. Ruch believes that with hard work and inspiration any idea can become a reality. “I attended a CCHF [Christian Community Health Fellowship] meeting in Detroit and was inspired as I learned of faith-based clinics,” she recalled. “I have gifts that I needed to share and began a dialogue about opening a full clinic. I spoke with Bill Rudolf, who has a way at looking at the world with a much larger perspective. I also spoke with Janet Robinson, whose gift of nursing care came into my life. I went to Randy Oostra [president and CEO of ProMedica]. He told me to develop a business plan. CONT. P12 FEBRUARY 2018

Dr. Anne Ruch

Warm up at the Winter Farmers Market By Jennifer Ruple

Bitter cold temperatures on January 13 may have kept crowds away, but for regulars, it was just another Saturday morning at the farmers market in downtown Toledo. “It’s the cream cheese croissant from Jennifer Ruple All Crumbs Bakery and Gini’s coffee [Flying Rhino Coffee] that gets me out of bed in the morning,” said Carol Kremer of the Old West End.

During the winter months the market offers apples, root vegetables, greens, beef and chicken, farmstead cheese, locally roasted coffee, baked goods, salsas and dips, honey, wine, plants, candles and soaps, jewelry and pottery. “We can accommodate up to 35 vendors in the market during the winter,” said Dan Madigan, market manager. “We do what we can to keep people coming back. It’s good for our businesses to be engaged with their customers throughout the winter months,” he added.

One of the best kept secrets in town is that the Toledo Farmers’ Market, located at 525 Market St., is open year-round. Beginning in December through April, the doors are lowered, and the heat is cranked up for shopping on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. all winter long. “It’s a great atmosphere, and the fact that it’s inside makes it even greater,” Kremer commented.

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The market is not just about great shopping. It’s a place to socialize and to learn. “There’s a lot of produce out there that people don’t know what to do with,” said Madigan.

Lakewood Greenhouse

Fresh greens

“The market provides a great opportunity to find out how to cook things from the people who grow them for a living,” explained Madigan.

Earth to Oven Bakery

Joan Soldenwagner Pottery

This winter, warm up at the market and experience what brings the regulars back week after week. “It’s a place to meet great people. I come every week to support the people here,” said Micah Graber. “There’s always something going on.”

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Mari and Moose

Finding love at any age By Mary Helen Darah

There is a “Moose” in the home of Mari Davies. Moose, a 10-year-old golden retriever rescue, has found his forever home. His journey began in early December when his new “mom” was swiping through several dog rescue organizations on social media. “I am a huge dog lover. I had no preconceived desire to go looking for a dog,” she recalled. “We lost our ‘Welshie’ (Welsh Terrier) in July. He was the last of our three children’s dogs that they grew up with. Suddenly Moose’s picture came up on the screen. It was as if he jumped off the screen into my lap. It was that intense. I spoke with my husband who told me to at least call and inquire. I called and left a voicemail for the woman who was fostering him in northern Michigan, five hours north of here, expressing my interest in the dog. She left a return message saying GRROM (Golden Retriever Rescue of Michigan) has a policy of no adoptions over state lines.” Davies was not deterred. She called a close friend and avid dog lover who lives in Michigan to ask her why they would have such a policy. “She asked me if I wanted her to put in a good word for me. That’s what got the ball rolling,” she said. “We followed all the guidelines required of the rescue organization including a home visit that was conducted by a local volunteer. She and her dog came to our house because they wanted to verify that what I told them was accurate. She found that we had everything that was up to code per their adoption requirements. I think having her see a portrait of our dear departed ‘Welshie’ and learning that my husband was the former chairman of the Toledo Area Humane Society sealed the deal.” Moose’s age was given on the organization’s social media page. “I knew he was 10. I didn’t blink an eyelash. He was meant to be mine regardless of his age,” she

stated. “I did not know anything about his history, but his soul sang to me.” Davies eventually learned from the foster parent that Moose was found wandering around Highway 31 near Elk Rapids, Mich. “A good Samaritan stopped the car and opened the door and he hopped in,” stated Davies. “He had a collar and all of his tags, so she was able to find his home. The homeowner was doing work outside and she asked if this was his dog. He said he always gets out. The good Samaritan asked if the owner really wanted him. He told her that they were redoing their house and that they really didn’t have time for him anymore. The good Samaritan took him to the Silver Muzzle Cottage, a rescue cottage for senior dogs. It really is like a cottage. Moose spent some time at the cottage until they were able to get a foster for him. He went to live with his foster mom and dad and their three dogs while they were in the process of putting him up for adoption.” Three days after the home visit, the Davies home started to fill to the brim with family members from all over the country for the holidays. Two days before Christmas, Davies headed north with her sister to pick up her forever friend. “I immediately made the choice to change his name from Zeus to Moose because he is a northern boy and I have loved spending time in Maine. I would also like to stress to people the importance of using pet shelters instead of getting animals from a pet store. It perpetuates a tragic situation for those animals.” The Davies are enjoying their “silver senior” and feel blessed that they did not let “ageism” deter them from adopting Moose. She stated, “We are bringing each other incredible joy and proving age is a state of mind. We are all going to be gone someday so celebrate every day you have…whether it is 10,000 or 1,000.” BOOMERS

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Silver-muzzled Moose, finally finds his forever home in the arms of Mari Davies, Director of Institutional Giving at the Toledo Symphony Orchestra.

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Beat The Winter Blues Part II Improve your mood, energy and outlook By Kristi Shaner, Clinical therapist at Valko and Associates Given the decreased daylight hours and frigid dancing, even simple stretches can release temperatures forcing us to spend more time endorphins and improve your mental well-being. indoors, along with the added stress of the · On one of those rare but beautiful blue sky sunny holidays into our daily demands, it’s easy to see winter days in northwest Ohio, bundle up and give why many of us tend to feel blue this time of year. yourself some time outside in the crisp air to soak Here are a few preventative measures and some in the rays - another instant mood elevator. easy changes you can make to your daily routine · Those same days provide the most gorgeous starto improve your mood, energy and outlook. filled nights. Take a few moments to go out and Add some mental stimulation: look up in the night sky (and find a few · Plan ahead for the extra hours spent indoors by constellations). Emotional care stashing aside some fun books to read (why save them for the beach?), crossword puzzles, or crafts · Go on a social media diet. When looking at others’ highlight reels, a natural shift happens in you enjoy. our thinking and we focus on what we don’t have. · Create a podcast, movie or youtube video This can create a depressed mood that colors your playlist. Aim for a list that has inspirational entire day. Consider removing social media apps content as well as short videos or podcasts that from your phone and choose to make you laugh - an instant mood look at inspirational video clips or booster. read during your down time. · As a species, we feel better · Create a vision board or bucket when we are growing - choose list for your year. Find exciting something new to learn over the images and statements to match winter - a language, cooking, your ideas and give your brain a meditation, how to knit – the dose of hope. choices are endless, and we have · Perform random acts of kindness. There are so many great local opportunities if you want to join many studies that show that doing things for a class. Need a physical boost? others can help to cure depression. Acts do not · Keep a pair of running or athletic shoes in the have to be big to make a difference for you. house and put them on during the day - this will Shovel someone’s walk, pay for the coffee for the make it awkward to climb back into bed or lie on person behind you in line, leave a kind anonymous the couch. note on your co-worker’s desk. Or if you have the time, donate your time to helping those who are · Play music throughout your day- upbeat, beach greatly affected by the cold by helping to provide music, jazz whatever enhances your mood. meals or blankets at a local shelter. · Any indoor exercise or movement such as yoga,

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Last but not least, nurture yourself

Allow your body clock to shift with the daylight. Slow down, be mindful of your emotions and your actions in order to avoid binging behaviors. Ask your doctor if he or she would recommend any supplements (many of us this far north of the equator may be running low on vitamin D during these months). Give yourself some extra love and care both physically and mentally and know that we are all in this together. BOOMERS

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Rock Matters

A Doo-wop Valentine’s Day By Robert Alexander Before the Beatles and The Rolling Stones changed rock ‘n’ roll forever, there was doowop music, the most romantic sound in rock ‘n’ roll history. Featuring falsetto leads, strong bass lines, and four- or five-part harmonies that replaced Robert Alexander musical instruments, the doowop vocal groups created beautiful “oldies but goodies.” So, this Valentine’s Day dust off your records, pour a hearty zinfandel, light the fireplace, snuggle on the couch, and with the help of this extraordinary music, remember when you were young and in love. In 1962, I was growing up in one of America’s first suburbs. New highways and affordable cars allowed my parents and many others to flee the congestion, noise and crime of Philadelphia - an exodus later referred to as “white flight.” But as teenagers, as soon as school let out, we would return to west or south Philly to play basketball, buy our Chuck Taylor Converse sneakers at I. Goldberg, and dance at record hops where Jerry Blavat, the Geator with the Heater, The Boss with the Hot Sauce, would spin doo-wop 45s and dance with the prettiest of all the teen girls.

Blavat spoke staccato street slang; with his black hair parted and pressed to one side, he was young, slim and slick, his fingers popping with rhythm. He was from the streets, a real DJ, not some suit and tie, scrubbed up, parent approved version like Bandstand’s Dick Clark. He knew the music and unlike other DJs, he could dance! In 1960 “The Twist” came out and fast dancing changed from holding your partner’s hand while jitter bugging to dancing apart to the Bop, the Mash Potato, the Pony, or the Stroll. Full body contact was restored when couples would slow dance to doo-wop which was mostly holding your partner tight and grinding under the ballroom’s dimmed chandeliers. When the club closed, we would head out to Scotty’s, a 15-cent drive-up hamburger dive and hang out. Whether we were cruising in our cars, doing homework, or sunbathing at the beach, the music always played from Okie Miller in Chester or Hy Lit at WIBG in Philly to our car radios or our transistor radios. We heard The Moonglows, The Dubs, The Dells, The Pentagons and The Crests. Here are a “sweet sixteen” of my favorites. Give a listen and fall in love all over again.

A Doo-wop Valentine Playlist:

“Since I Don’t Have You,” The Skyliners “That’s My Desire,” Dion and the Belmonts “Most Of All,” The Moonglows “Tonight Tonight,” The Mello-Kings “You Cheated,” The Shields/The Slades “There Goes My Baby,” The Drifters “Dedicated To The One I Love,” The Shirelles “Could This Be Magic,” The Dubs “Please Don’t Ask Me To Be Lonely,” The Dubs “Diamonds And Pearls,” The Paradons “Oh What A Night,” The Dells “In The Still Of The Night,” The Five Satins “My True Story,” The Jive Five “There’s A Moon Out Tonight,” The Capris “To Be Loved (Forever),” The Pentagons “I Wonder (If Your Love Will Ever Belong To Me),” The Pentagons

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Super Bowl Snacks By Jennifer Ruple

Don’t fumble over what to feed your Super Bowl party guests. Gain yardage with a big platter of Pepperoni Pizza Pinwheels. These tasty appetizers can be filled with just about anything you can top a pizza with, so feel free to get creative. Serve them with a zesty tomato sauce and get that extra point. For more party snacks, visit www.yourgood.news.

Pepperoni Pizza Pinwheels

Makes 24 1 can refrigerated crescent rolls ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese ½ cup shredded provolone cheese 4 ounces sliced pepperoni, chopped 2 tablespoons each diced mushrooms, onions, green peppers and black olives 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning Parmesan cheese for sprinkling Pizza sauce for dipping

Heat oven to 350 F. Coat a mini muffin pan with non-stick spray.

Separate crescent rolls into 4 rectangles. With a rolling pin, slightly roll out in both directions.

Sprinkle each rectangle with mozzarella and provolone cheeses, pepperoni and veggies. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning.

Carefully roll each rectangle then cut into 6 pieces. Place pinwheels into muffin pan. Bake for 10 minutes or until dough is lightly browned.

Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and serve with pizza sauce.

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Crossword Fun: Famous Americans ACROSS 1. Echo sounder 6. Sheepish cry 9. Speed obstacle 13. Seven day mourning period 14. 100% 15. More painful 16. It’s often wreaked 17. Cardinal 3 18. Figure with vertex and rays 19. *Pop icon-painting pop icon 21. *Jackie O’s first husband 23. “You betcha!” 24. Off-color 25. Like TV’s Randall/Klugman couple 28. Genealogy “plant” 30. No, it doesn’t crawl in one’s ear 35. *World-famous yellow cartoon boy 37. Kuwaiti, e.g. 39. Tarzan’s swing 40. Indian nursemaid 41. Gardener’s pipe, pl. 43. Overeat 44. Last European colony in China 46. Surfer’s stop 47. Bone-dry 48. Choose by divine intervention 50. Police informer 52. Hi-____ 53. Chihuahua-Pug hybrid 55. By means of 57. *Norma Jean’s pseudonym 61. *His Airness 64. Naked protozoa 65. Not an amateur 67. Type of wave 69. Surrendered land 70. What iodine and quinine have in common 71. Like unbagged tea 72. *Kentucky’s Fort ____, named for first US Secretary of War 73. Aye’s opposite 74. English homework? DOWN 1. Wildfire remains 2. *Famous American clarinetist, Artie ____ 3. Cher or Mariah Carey, e.g.? 4. Poacher’s ware 5. Prestige

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6. Get-out-of-jail money 7. *Cassius Clay 8. Like Mary-Kate and Ashley 9. Capital of West Germany, 19491989 10. Push for something 11. Mix together 12. Mouse to a snake 15. Footwear to match toga 20. *Queen of All Media 22. Bo Peep follower 24. Renting 25. *2009 Nobel Prize for Peace recipient 26. Israeli statesman Moshe 27. Famous Slytherin member 29. Aphrodite’s son 31. Semis 32. Australian horse 33. Accustom

34. *Man behind Windows 36. Bangkok inhabitant 38. Between Phi and Kappa 42. Aussie gas station 45. Without clothes 49. Olden day “your” 51. Middle Ages garment 54. Remove from Google Maps 56. Dora the Explorer’s farewell 57. *Baseball Hall of Famer, Connie ____ 58. End of grace 59. Redecorate, e.g. 60. Wild goat 61. *Actor Bishop or punk rocker Ramone 62. Fusses 63. *Neil Armstrong’s employer 66. Ribonucleic acid 68. Grazing land

I was clueless as to where to begin, but things kept falling into place and moving forward. There were no good office buildings in the area but we miraculously found the old library building. Randy Oostra and Sister Dorothy [Sister Dorothy Thum of the Sisters of Mercy and senior VP of mission and values at Mercy Health Partners] significantly contributed to the project and Tim Koder, [ProMedica Foundation] truly helped in turning a vision into a functioning, purposeful reality.”

From the ground up

Dr. Ruch is still in disbelief of the generosity surrounding the project. “People were incredibly giving,” she said. “Carpets by Otto laid the flooring for free. Appliance Center donated a side-by-side fridge, and volunteers did all the painting. Lark and Lupine did the landscaping free of charge. These are just a few examples of many. It was a labor of love.” Once the foundation of the building was

Dr. Anne Ruch and volunteer Linda Smith

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complete, it needed to be filled with caring medical providers and staff. Dr. Ruch was again amazed. Empathetic individuals wanted to be part of the mission. “Linda Smith, who said she would volunteer a few hours a week, is now working full-time. Laura Rudolph volunteers twice a week. Chuck Prezynski, BSN, is not only an incredible nurse, but like everyone here, he does not follow a specific job description. He goes from seeing patients to shoveling our sidewalks. Veronica Englert, community healthcare, is extremely valuable to the team especially since she is bilingual. Dr. Don Hickey, M.D. and Dr. Linda Kline also volunteer their time.”

Practice with a purpose

Dr. Ruch believes her life is rich with purpose. “Let’s face it. We’ve been given a lot living here in the U.S.,” she stated. “It’s outrageous that people can’t get their basic health needs met in our country. I have patients who have not had a pap or mammogram in decades. This clinic has been a mass effort of so many individuals and organizations coming together to serve. Many people say we are a blessing to the community, but the blessing is on us. This is the best job I have ever had in my life. I am part of a compassionate team that shares their gifts to provide health care for those who need it the most.”

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Compassion Health Toledo, located at 1638 Broadway, is continually looking for high quality nurses and physicians to volunteer their time. The nonprofit also welcomes and greatly appreciates donations to continue their mission of providing quality care to all.

L-R: Veronica Englert, Dr. Anne Ruch, Linda Smith, Dr. Don Hickey, Zach Steinmetz and Chuck Prezynski.

Volunteers paint the clinic.

For more information, email info@compassionhealthtoledo.org or call 567-661-0565.

Protect Yourself

Four steps to avoid identity theft By Jeff Bucher Many Americans have taken steps in recent years to protect their identity. However, one report found identity theft hit an all-time high in 2016, affecting an estimated 15.4 million consumers. If you haven’t taken Jeff Bucher measures to protect yourself, it may be a good idea to consider your options.1 Identity theft is a crime in which an individual illegally obtains and wrongfully uses another person’s personal information—such as a Social Security number, bank account number, or credit card number—generally for financial gain. Once a thief has possession of your personal information, it may be used to obtain a loan, run up credit card debt, or commit other crimes. Individuals can take four steps to help protect themselves against identity theft. These steps are represented by the acronym SCAM. S — Be stingy when it comes to giving out your personal information. Make sure the person requesting the information is on a “need-to-know” basis. For example, someone who claims to be calling from your bank does not need to know your mother’s maiden name if it’s already on file with the bank. C — Check your financial information periodically. If you get hard-copy credit card or bank statements mailed to you, consider keeping these documents in a safe, secure location. Be skeptical if it appears the financial institution missed a month. Identity thieves may try to change the address on your accounts to keep their actions hidden from you for as long as possible. Jeff is giving away copies of “Beyond the Summit: The Hard-Working American’s Retirement Guide” to readers of Boomers & Beyond. If you would like a complimentary copy of the book, give the Citizen Advisory Group office a call at 419-8720204.

A — From time to time, ask for a copy of your credit report. This report shows bank and financial accounts in your name and may help provide evidence if someone has used your name to open another account. To obtain a report, contact any of the three major credit bureaus, Equifax, Experian, or Transunion. M — Maintain good records of your financial accounts and obligations. Experts recommend that you keep hard copies or electronic versions of monthly bank and credit card statements. Easy access to this information may make it easier to dispute a transaction, especially if your signature has been forged.

Government agencies, credit card companies, and individuals have become smarter about protecting data and identifying perpetrators. But identity thieves consistently devise new strategies to obtain personal information. Having your identity stolen may result in out-ofpocket financial loss, plus the additional cost of trying to restore your good name. Help protect yourself by using caution when sharing your personal information and keeping an eye out for warning signs. If you think you may have had your identity stolen, take action immediately. Start by contacting the Federal Trade Commission (www.ftc.gov), where you can find information about what to do next. 1. USA Today, February 6, 2017

Jeff Bucher is the president and co- founder of Citizen Advisory Group, a comprehensive financial planning company in Perrysburg. You can contact him at 419-872-0204; email at jeff@citizenadvisory.com; visit at 770 Commerce Dr., Perrysburg; or visit the website at www.citizenadvisory.com.

Investment Advisory Services offered through AlphaStar Capital Management, LLC. AlphaStar Capital Management, LLC and Citizen Advisory Group are independent entities.

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Books for Boomers

How are you going to celebrate Valentine’s Day? Why not take some time to curl up with some books about love? Here are some titles to get you started. The Japanese Lover, Atria Books, 2016 By Sue Schafer By Isabel Allende Acting Manager, Irina is a young Moldavian immigrant with a troubled past. She works Washington Branch, at an assisted living home where she meets Alma, a Holocaust Toledo Lucas County Public Library survivor. Alma falls in love with Ichi, a young Japanese gardener, who survived Topaz, the Japanese internment camp. Despite man’s inhumanity to man, love, art and beauty can exist, as evidenced in their beautiful love story. The Geography of You and Me, Poppy, 2014 By Jennifer E. Smith Sparks fly when 16-year-old Lucy Patterson and 17-year-old Owen Buckley meet on an elevator rendered useless by a New York City blackout. Soon after, the two teenagers leave the city, but as they travel farther away from each other geographically, they stay connected emotionally, in this story set over the course of one year. The Fault in Our Stars, Dutton, 2012 By John Green Sixteen-year-old Hazel, a stage IV thyroid cancer patient, has accepted her terminal diagnosis until a chance meeting with a boy at a cancer support group forces her to reexamine her perspective on love, loss and life. Love in the time of Cholera, Knopf, 1988 By Gabriel Garcia Marquez Fermina Daza and Florentino Ariza consummate their passion at the beginning of the 20th century after having waited over 50 years.

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Americanah, Knopf, 2013 By Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie A young woman from Nigeria leaves behind her home and her first love to start a new life in America, only to find her dreams are not all she expected. Do you have big home-improvement plans this year? THE BRUNNER COMPANY, INC. CAN HELP! We’ve remodeled hundreds of homes over the past 40+ years!

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arts

It’s a Date

The Mummies: From Egypt to Toledo Toledo Museum of Art February 3 – May 6 TMA presents a rare opportunity to experience the three Egyptian mummies in its collection. The mummies will be placed in historical context by including additional Egyptian objects and artifacts. Admission $10, seniors $7. For information, call 419255-8000 or visit toledomuseum.org.

rides

Greater Toledo 2018 Auto Show SeaGate Convention Centre February 8-11 (times vary) The perfect stop for car lovers. Check out the latest and greatest models and automotive technologies. Admission: $7 or $5 online. Children 9 and under free. toledoautoshow.org

seeds

Toledo GROWS 14th Annual Seed Swap Scott High School 2400 Collingwood Blvd., Toledo February 24, Noon – 3 p.m. Start planning for spring. Event features garden displays, workshops, food, music and children’s activities. Admission is free and each attendee receives five free seed packets. toledogrows.org

MARCH 2018 Issue: Tuesday, Feb. 27 DEADLINE: Monday, Feb. 12 Got upcoming events? Email us at boomersandbeyond2014@gmail.com

crafts

Cabin Fever 100 + Vendors Lucas County Rec Center 2901 Key St., Maumee February 24, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. February 25, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Shop shabby chic, repurposed, vintage, primitive, country and contemporary items. Plus, jewelry, clothing, bath and body, home décor and gift foods. Admission $5. Children under 12 free. Free parking.

beats

The Drowsy Lads Maumee Indoor Theatre 601 Conant St., Maumee February 10, 6-10 p.m. Joined by Tóraígh An Sonas and The Ardan Academy of Irish Dancers for an unbelievable night of jigs, reels, songs, and the mounting anticipation of the grand finale! Tickets available at http://bit.ly/2CN33DV.

fests

Perrysburg Winterfest February 9-10 The streets of Perrysburg will come alive with excitement, family-fun activities, ice carvings and two days of music, great food and your favorite craft beers and wines. Hosted by Downtown Perrysburg, Inc. perrysburgwinterfest.com

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Mac and Cheese Cook-off Majestic Oak Winery 13554 Mohler Rd., Grand Rapids, Mich. February 10, 4-6 p.m. Enter your best version of this classic comfort food, or come to taste and vote for your favorite. To enter, call the winery 419-875-6474 or email info@majesticoakwinery.com.