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Zoo To Do Dhawi Pienta, Chad Greeley and Tanya Pipatjarasgit enjoyed the live music, food and fun.

Sylvania’s Star Spangled Event Celebrates Independence Day Sylvania’s “Star Spangled Celebration” will be held Thursday, July 3 from 7 p.m. to midnight at Centennial Terrace, 5773 Centennial Road.

Enjoy an evening of live music provided by Randy and the Reef Sharks, dancing, clowns, and other family-friendly activities. The fireworks display will begin about 10 p.m. Musical accompaniment to the fireworks will be provided by 93.5 FM. Admission is $5 for adults and $3 for kids 12 and under.

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Sylvania Pacesetter Park, 8801 SylvaniaMetamora Rd. There is a $5 parking charge per vehicle at the park that evening. Families are encouraged to bring their own blankets/ lawn chairs to Pacesetter Park. Inflatable slides, bounce houses and other kids’ activities will be on site and concessions will be available.

Call 419/882-1500 for more information.

The event is co-sponsored by the city of Sylvania, Sylvania Township, Coca-Cola and Sylvania Recreation District.

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Stacie Bobo looked groovy in her 70s’ attire at Disco Night at the Centennial Terrace on June 27.

to have Thunder and Sunny stand on an overturned tub without actually touching the horse.”

“This is a great group of kids to work with,” she added.

“We are excited to have the expertise of Debra and her team as a resource for our Diversion program. It raises our program to the next level and provides a much needed and additional resource for the youth and families that participate in the diversion program,” said Sylvania Area Family Services Executive Director Jason Robertson.

DeHoff explained that her Serenity Farm team will also offer literacy programs on six Mondays for SAFS summer campers. “This is part of our Equine Assisted Learning program

Top LPGA players, including defending champion Beatriz Recari, Stacy Lewis, Paula Creamer, Michele Wie and Se Ri Pak are among the field of 140 professionals who will be teeing it up at Highland Meadows Golf Club as the Marathon Classic by OwensCorning and O-I gets underway.

On Monday, July 14, the 13abc/PNC ProAm's shotgun starts at 7:30 a.m. and the ProMedica/Hylant/Heidtman Steel ProAm has a 1:30 p.m. shotgun start. Golfers will participate in the KeyBank Putting ProAm on Tuesday, July 15 beginning at 11 a.m. The Hollywood Casino gala dinner and show at the SeaGate Centre is scheduled to begin at 6 p.m.

The Fathead Celebrity ProAm is slated for Wednesday, July 16 beginning at 7 a.m.

The lady professional golfers get down to business Thursday, July 17 as the Kroger Senior Day first round of the tournament gets underway. Those 55 years of age and older are admitted free of charge for the first round of the tournament. In addition, Richard Petty will be in attendance. He will be at Highland Meadows to sign autographs and cheer on his favorite LPGA players while bringing his customized golf cart and world famous #43 race car out to the golf course.

On the 14th hole, the “Friday at Club 14” business networking party returns on YP Day July 18 during the second round of play. In addition to the fun atmosphere including caddy races and LPGA player giveaways, a new feature to Club 14 this year is the LaBatt Blue Royale Party Deck. A $50 one-day Party Deck ticket along with the daily admission tournament ticket will allow you to enter the Party Deck Thursday, Friday, Saturday or Sunday. Complimentary Labatt Beer products, Pepsi products, bottled water and snacks are included in the price of the Party Deck ticket.

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Senior Follies Holly Foth is a convincing ‘Teyve’ from ‘Fiddler on the Roof’ during a Madame Tussaud’s Wax Museum scene.

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Debra DeHoff, Leslie Head, Kim Leonhard and Kathleen Fincher keep tabs on Thunder and Sunny, two miniature horses.

SERENITY FARM HORSES, STAFF HELPS AT SAFS Staff members of Serenity Farm Equestrian Center will be part of five Diversion programs on Wednesday evenings and six Monday programs for the Sylvania Area Family Services’ summer camp, according to Serenity Farm Executive Director Debra DeHoff.

Thunder and Sunny, two miniature horses, were joined by DeHoff, staff member Leslie Head along with intern Kim Leonhard and volunteer Kathleen Fincher to work with the current class of Diversion participants.

“Our goal is to help students work on problem-solving skills and to learn to make better choices. In our initial program, students did different activities with Thunder and Sunny to develop their problem-solving techniques,” she explained. “In one such exercise, teams of four participants were asked

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Senior Center Doors Are Powered

Senior Center Executive Director Julie Graf and Senior Center Participant’s Council President Mon Taroy check out the new power doors for the front office and for all of the bathrooms. The gift, from the Participant’s Council, was made possible by funds raised from the annual Senior Follies. ‘This was the greatest gift ever,’ noted Graf. ‘It was very difficult to see people with walkers, canes and wheelchairs struggle with the heavy doors,’ she added. The Sylvania Senior Center also received a $1,000 gift from the Housman Foundation, which was used for the new doors. Power Doors of Sylvania installed the new doors.

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Toledo Ballet shares dance tips with Girl Scouts Toledo Ballet company members shared the fruits of their training recently with nearly 30 Girl Scouts at their dance camp at Central Catholic High School. The dancers taught basics of classical ballet, including the five steps and some fundamental movements and combinations. The dancers had great fun learning some very contemporary jazz steps as well. “The participants had a wonderful time,” said Da Jaunteye’ Hawkins, community outreach manager of Girl Scouts of Western Ohio. “At the end of the day, the campers have 10 minutes of free time to do whatever they wanted, and all the dance participants spent that entire time doing what they had just learned.”

Toledo Ballet company member McKenzie Beaverson said, “At the end of the class one

little girl threw her arms around me and said she will never forget me.”

Founded in 1939, Toledo Ballet has the longest running annual production of Nutcracker in the entire country. Toledo Ballet School offers the AMERICAN BALLET THEATRE® National Training Curriculum, an eight-level program that combines high quality artistic training with the basics of dancer health and child development. In addition to ballet, Toledo Ballet offers an extensive contemporary division as well as health and fitness classes, Pilates and yoga.

Toledo Ballet, a non-profit organization, has as its mission “to promote interest in dance through premier education, outreach and performances.” For more information, go to toledoballet.org or call 419/471-0049.

‘A Tribute of Song’ honors Eddie Boggs

Bob Wurst, who served as Master of Ceremonies, sang and led the Eddie Boggs’ Tribute Band in a concert held June 22 at the Franciscan Center.

Ron McCance, Eddie Boggs’ father-in-law, talks with Nancy Cole after the tribute concert.

McCance was one of the organizers of the event.

Jean Holden was one of several entertainers who performed in tribute to their friend, Eddie Boggs.

Others included David Browning, Sam DeArmond, Tim Ellis and Flatland Grass and First Creation. Singer Kerry Patrick Clark could not be part of the tribute but appeared and sang on video.

After the concert, many musicians stayed at the Franciscan Center and held a jam session with guests from the audience joining in.

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Laura Rieger applauds her husband, Brad, superintendent of Sylvania Schools, on his moving tribute to Eddie Boggs, who was also a longtime Sylvania educator and counselor. Lourdes University Vice President for Institutional Advancement Mary Arquette and U.S. Rep. Marcy Kaptur also spoke at the event.

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IN&AROUNDSYLVANIA •Ongoing Boomers Resource Network Boomers Resource Network meets every Thursday at Uncle John’s Restaurant for lunch from 11:30 a.m. to noon, followed by educational speakers from noon until 1 p.m. The group offers a network of community resources for those born between 1946 and 1964. For information, call 419/865-8503 or visit boomersrn.com.

Pet Loss Support Group Meeting SylvaniaVet hosts a Pet Loss Support Group meeting at Christ Presbyterian Church, 4225 W. Sylvania Ave. at 7 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month.

For details or more information call 419/885-4421.

TOPS Meets on Tuesdays The Ohio Chapter 1961 of TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) holds its regular meeting Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. at King of Glory Lutheran Church, 6517 Brint Road.

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Visitors who desire a fun and diverse method to lose weight and keep it off are welcome. International yearly dues are $28 and local monthly dues are $5.

God Works!

Crossroads Community Church, 6960 Sylvania-Petersburg Road, Ottawa Lake, Mich., is offering God Works! providing a warm meal to anyone in need each Thursday. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.; meal at 6 p.m.; doors are locked at 6:30 p.m.

TAME Meeting The Toledo Area Miniature Enthusiasts (T.A.M.E), a scale miniature dollhouse club, meets the first Saturday of each month, 1 to 4 p.m. in the carriage house at the Sylvania Heritage Museum, 5717 Main St. Call Carolyn Martin at 734/847-6366.

Nursing Mothers’ Group The nursing mothers’ group meets the first and third Tuesday of every month from 12:30 to 2 p.m. in the Harris McIntosh Tower, first floor conference room C, at ProMedica Toledo Hospital, 2121 Hughes. For information, call 419/291-5667.

Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous (FA) FA meets every Monday night at 7 p.m. at Epworth United Methodist Church, 4855 W. Central Ave., room 206. Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous (FA) offers help and hope. Contact Joyce at 419/699-1007, email jtreat@bex.net or visit foodaddicts.org.

Taizé Service A Taizé Service is held the third Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. in the Sylvania United Church of Christ chapel, 7240 Erie St. For information, call 419/8820048.

Mothers’ Center of Greater Toledo Moms, join the friendship, food and fun of being with other mothers. This group, established in 1984, welcomes all mothers and their families. Make new friends, share experiences and advice.

Through August 28, meet other moms and let the kids play at park playdates on Thursdays from 10 to 11:30 a.m.

Free. Locations vary, visit www.motherscenter.net/summer.html for information.

Knit/Crochet Sessions Advent Lutheran Church, corner of Sylvania Ave. and McCord Road, is having knit/crochet sessions. If you

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The Flower Market Garden Grocer The Flower Market Garden Grocer, 3890 Monroe St., will host health screenings, provide healthy eating tips from a dietitian and offer the opportunity to take a walk with a doctor on the first Friday of each month during the summer. Jump ropes and pedometers will be given away (quantities are limited). A drawing will be held for a fresh fruit and vegetable basket.

know how to do either, want to learn either one, or have forgotten your skills, stop by on Thursday from 10 a.m. until noon. For more information or to attend, call Carol at 419/882-3907.

Tai Chi Taoist Tai Chi Society classes consist of slow movements that use gentle turns and graceful stretches to improve balance, flexibility, circulation, and strength. Beginner classes meet every Tuesday and Friday from 1 to 2 p.m. at the Inspire Dance Company, 6755 E. Central Ave. Call 419/537-0131 for information.

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Sylvania Senior Center July Programs The Senior Center hours of operation: Monday 8 am-5 pm, Tuesday 8 am-7:30 pm, Wednesday-Friday 8 am-5 pm Lunch is served from 11:45-12:15 p.m. Mon-Fri; suggested donation for persons who are 60+ is $2.50; non-senior is $5.05. Make reservation by noon the day before.

Tuesday Evening Dinner served from 4:30-5:15, $5.50 per person; make reservation by noon 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: Mon, Tue & Thu, 8-12 noon, weekly Woodshop: Tue, Thu & Fri, 1-3, weekly 7/2

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Ceramics: Wed 9-11:00, weekly Oil Painting: Wed 1-3:00, weekly,* Investment Club ~ Holiday Break Restorative Yoga ~ Holiday Break Body Recall ~ Holiday Break Bingo: Thu 1-3:00, weekly Party Bridge: Thu 1-3:30, weekly CLOSED/HOLIDAY Quilting & Sewing: Mon, Tue & Thu 812; weekly Strength Training: Mon & Thu 10-11, weekly,* Body Recall: Mon, Tue & Thu 11:3012:30,* 60+ Blood Pressure Clinic: Tue 8:3011:30, weekly Movie Night: 5:30-7:00 ‘Award Winning’ Chinese Foreign Film Hatha Yoga: Tue evenings 6-7:15,* Book Review Group: 6-7:00; monthly Visit with the Doctor: 2nd Wed, 1111:30, “Heat & Summer Precautions”, monthly Strength/Balance: Wed 1-2, Fri 10:3011:30,* Restorative Yoga: Wed 2:30-4:15, weekly,* Travel Club: 1:30-3:30, monthly Men’s Breakfast Group: 2nd Thu, 910:00, monthly

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Blood Pressure/Sugar Clinic: 2nd Thu 11-12:30, monthly Duplicate Bridge: Thu 1-4:00, weekly Writer’s Critique: 2nd & 4th Fri 1:303:00, monthly Quilt Fan-Attics: Mon 9-11:00, weekly Strength Training: Mon & Thu 10-11, weekly,* Blood Pressure Clinic: 10:30-12:30 Blood Pressure Clinic: Tue 8:30-11:30 Legal Outreach: by appointment, monthly Art Studio Class: Tue & Fri 9-11:00; weekly,* Midwest Vascular Presentation: 10:0011:00 “Your Life, Your Legacy”: 3:30-4:30, Ottawa Hills Memorial Park “Medicare & You”: 3rd Tue 5:30-6:30; monthly Hatha Yoga: Tue evenings 6-7:15,* Movie Day: 3rd Wed; 1-3:00, monthly Knitting & Crocheting: Wed 9-11:00 Fri 2-4:00, weekly Managed Care Advocacy: 3rd Thu, 10:30, monthly Hearing Screening: 1:30-4:30, by appointment Timed Euchre: Mon & Fri, 12:30-2:30, weekly

*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 www.sylvaniaseniorcenter.org and click on Senior Center Newsletter.

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IN&AROUNDSYLVANIA •Toledo Museum of Art Exhibits Through Sept. 21

Fun & Games: The Pursuit of Leisure Works on Paper For centuries, humankind has enjoyed a wealth of leisure diversions. Drawing on works from local and TMA collections, Fun & Games shows a variety of activities and pursuits depicted by artists over the years. The exhibition in the Gallery includes paintings, ceramics and more by such artists as Honore Daumier, James A. M. Whistler, George Wesley Bellows, Henri de ToulouseLautrec, Lucas Cranach, Winslow Homer, Albrecht Durer, Marc Chagall and Rembrandt van Rijn. Free.

People Get Ready: 50 Years of Civil Rights After a year of social tumult and Congressional debate, the U.S. Civil Rights Act was signed into law on July 2, 1964. In honor of those who fought for the act, this exhibition in the Hitchcock Gallery includes more than 35 works from the TMA collection by Elizabeth Catlett, David Levinthal, Gordon Parks, Aminah Robinson, W. Eugene Smith, Ernest C. Withers and others who have illuminated and challenged prejudice and bigotry. Free.

•Through Sept. 28

The Art of Video Games The Art of Video Games exhibition in the Canaday Gallery features playable games such as PacMan, Super Mario Brothers and Flower, and includes renderings and video interviews with key game developers and artists.

Displays of interactive kiosks are available. The exhibit is organized by the Smithsonian American Art Museum with generous support from Entertainment Software Association

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Foundation and several donors. The C.F. Foundation in Atlanta supports the Smithsonian American Art Museum’s traveling exhibition program, Treasures to Go. The showing in Toledo is made possible through the support of Toledo Museum of Art members. Free.

•July 9, 9 a.m.-1p.m.

Medicine Therapy Management Michelle Mangan, PharmD, RPH from UTMC will be at CPW, 3130 Central Park West for individual appointments. Are you taking a laundry list of prescription medications, some over the counter and even some herbal remedies? Are you having trouble keeping up with the cost?

•July 10, Noon -1p.m.

Brown Bag Lecture Fibromyalgia: There isn’t a ‘pill’ that treats or cures fibromyalgia. A multidisciplinary approach that uses exercise, medication and alternative strategies seems to work best to treat the varying symptoms of fibromyalgia. The event will be held at CPW Health Center, 3130 Central Park West. Call 419/841-9622 for information.

Jazz in the Garden, 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.

The Toledo Jazz Orchestra will open the Jazz in the Garden season at the Toledo Botanical Garden at 5403 Elmer Dr. A barbeque vendor will be on site for food purchase. Guests are encouraged to bring chairs. The cost is $8 for general admission, $7 for students and seniors and $6 for TBG members. Kids 12 and under are admitted free. Call 419/536-5566 or visit toledo garden.org for information.

•July 11, 11:15 a.m.-1:15p.m.

Women’s Connection West Sweet Treats is the topic of Women’s Connection West’s luncheon to be held at Highland Meadows Golf Club, 7455 Erie St. Kathy Nagypaul from Creative Cupcakes and Baked Goods, where

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everything is made from scratch daily and which includes gluten-free, sugar-free and vegan items, will be featured. Speaker Lesta Anderson from Anderson, Ind., will share ‘Clothes Make a Man.’ The cost of $13 is all inclusive. Reservations and complimentary childcare are suggested for the programs. Call 419/466-9701 or email wcw_sylvania@hotmail.com by Monday, July 7.

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by her role about 20 years ago while she attended an AAUW convention and purchased a book on the subject.

Returning home, she convinced four other women to join her in forming a group of re-enactors to focus on educating the public, especially school-aged children in ‘her story.’ Sept. 17th will bring Nelgene Randall to the SAHS as she portrays Annie Oakley. Joanie Barrett is Dr. Elizabeth Blackwell on Oct. 15.

•July 13 at 4 p.m.

Healthy Living Series A Healthy Living Series will be held at CPW, 3120 Central Park West. Fatigued?

Feeling run down and tired lately? Can’t find the energy to do the things you want?

Come find out what foods can help you replenish your energy with Ashley Daniels, BS, Certified Healthy Life Style Coaching/ Holistic Health Practitioner. Call for information at 419/455-6803.

The Pezheads are coming!

Pezamania, the world’s largest and oldest gathering of Pez candy dispenser collectors, will celebrate its 24th anniversary, July 17 through July 19 at the Holiday Inn, 6001 Rockside Rd., Independence, Ohio. To register for the three-day convention, call 813/507-4485 or visit www.pezamania.com. The July 19 event is open to the general public from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission is $5 for adults; $2 for children under the age of 12 or $10 for a family.

Thanks for the Mammories Golf Outing The fourth annual Thanks for the Mammories Golf Outing (and Putt Putt) will be held at Bedford Hills Golf Club, 6400 Jackman Road, Temperance, Mich.

Golfers and Putt Putt players will meet up for lunch and a silent auction that includes inciting items such as Walt Disney World and Cleveland Indians tickets. The event will benefit the NWO Affiliate of Susan G. Komen. Golf registration opens at 7 a.m. for the 8 a.m. shotgun start with scramble format. Putt Putt golf begins at 10 a.m. The cost is $85/golfer which includes 18 holes in either the men's or women's division, cart, range balls, prizes and lunch. The cost for Putt Putt is $25 for 18 or 36 holes of Putt Putt golf and lunch.

Call 419-245-4712, email cogar_2008@yahoo.com or visit Facebook.com/thanksforthemammories for information.

SUCC Hosts Singleton Piano Trio Sylvania United Church of Christ, 7240 Erie St., will host the Singleton Piano Trio on Sunday. The trio includes violin, cello and piano and will perform selections by Haydn, Piazzolla and Granados. A freewill offering will be taken to support the BeInstrumental Foundation that provides education, mentoring and financial resources for underserved children locally.

For information call, 419/882-0048.

•July 14, noon-1 p.m.

Eat with an Expert Lunch n’ Learn: Mohs surgery for nonmelanoma skin cancers features Matthew Molenda, M.D., ProMedica Physicians, who will discuss the treatment of non-melanoma skin cancers with Mohs surgery. A light lunch will be provided at no cost compliments of St. Luke’s Foundation and Community Health Connection. To register for this free program, call 419/897-8484. The registration deadline is Wed., July 9.

•July 16, 7 p.m.

SAHS Presents ‘Women in History’ Gail Conrad will portray Eleanor Roosevelt at the Sylvania Area Historical Society meeting at the Sylvania Heritage Museum, 5717 N. Main St. Conrad came

L-R: Tom Work in the role of George Harrison, Mac Ruffing as Paul McCartney, Bobby Potter behind the Ludwig Drums as Ringo Starr and Mark Benson as John Lennon.

he act that sold out Carnegie Hall and that has delighted fans around the world is coming to Sylvania’s Centennial Terrace as a fan- and familyfriendly concert event on Saturday, July 12 with doors opening at 7 p.m. Tickets are $29.50 and are available at etix.com or by calling 419/381-8851.

For over two decades 1964 The Tribute has been playing to sold out venues all over the world and now returns to Centennial Terrace. The members are Mac Ruffing as Paul McCartney, Mark Benson portraying John Lennon, Tom Work in the role of the quiet Beatle George Harrison and Bobby Potter behind the Ludwig Drums as Ringo Starr.

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Critically acclaimed as ‘The #1 Beatles Show In The World’ the title is well deserved as every detail from the Beatles early years are captured from the haircut, suits, vintage instruments, and the ultra clear Beatle harmonies to the stage banter between the four lads as they capture the hearts and souls of audience members, according to Tad Dickerson of Midwest Entertainment.

The Tribute will be joined by very special guests, the British invasion sounds of The Nu-Tones.

The Nu-Tones will be playing the greatest hits from the early British rock era covering The Who, Rolling Stones, The Kinks and countless other influential bands.

•July 17, Noon –1 p.m.

•July 20, 4–6 p.m.

Epworth’s Summer Block Party Epworth United Methodist Church hosts its annual summer block party on the church grounds. Enjoy hot dogs, watermelon, and popcorn; try the cakewalk and other games; enjoy live music; and make new friends. Bring blankets and lawn chairs if you choose. The block party is free and open to the public. Epworth is located at 4855 W. Central Ave., across from Wildwood Metropark. For more details, call 419/531-4236.

•July 26, 5:30-11 p.m.

Elks Oen House The Toledo Elks Lodge 53, 3620 HollandSylvania Rd., will host an open house on Saturday, July 26, from 5:30 to 11 p.m.

The local band Blue Kazoo will entertain guests from 7 to 11 p.m. Guests may chose to order a pulled pork dinner with corn on the cob, cole slaw and more or from a limited menu, 5:30 to 8 p.m. A cash bar will also be available and the patio will be open.

Elks Offering Lunches for Pick-Up In addition, lunches are available weekly for pick-up at the Elks daily by calling 419/841-6654.

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Serenity Farm horses and staff help at SAFS Diversion and Summer Camp programs

Thunder shows his talent at Serenity Farms.

where we motivate students to actively engage in a more positive learning direction for success in the classroom, at home and in social groups,” she said.

“Serenity Farm is not just about therapy riding,” she emphasized.

“Having Serenity Farm as a partner for our summer camp program could not have happened without the support of the Sylvania Community Rotary Foundation and the Rotary Club of Sylvania, as well as the Sylvania Sunrise Lions Club. Both organizations are a fine example of service and commitment to the betterment of the Sylvania Community.

Thank you Sylvania Rotary and Sylvania Sunrise Lions Club!” Robertson said.

The 13-year old Serenity Farm Equestrian Center, located in Luckey, Ohio, offers equine assisted therapy and learning services through the use of well-developed programs.

Instructors, certified through PATH, work exclusively with carefully selected horses and dedicated well-trained teams of volunteers to ensure positive results, according to DeHoff.

With a life-long career in horses and a career in social work, DeHoff said creating Serenity Farm was just the thing for her to do when she

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and her husband relocated to the area from Philadelphia. “It was the right time and the right place,” she added. The organization has grown to include a staff of six part-time employees and eight four-legged members: two ponies, three miniature horses and three full size horses who are involved in a wide variety of programming. “We are pleased to partner with Jason at Sylvania Area Family Services to join together two quality programs for all the students,” DeHoff said.

Funding for the nonprofit comes from private donations, grants and fundraisers along with special activities. The next fundraiser is “Art in the Barn,” to be held Sept 27 in the Luckey location. Information is on the website at www.serenityfarm.org or call the office at 419/833-1308. Tickets are now on sale.

No tickets will be sold at the door. “Join us on FACEBOOK,” DeHoff added.

“Our staff and volunteers are the lifeline of the mission, and clock in over 6,000 hours per year in just volunteer hours alone. Serenity Farm is now opening up opportunities for additional volunteers for Monday evenings for therapeutic riding for September and October.

Volunteer applications are on the website.

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L-R: Angela Tenaro of the Girl Scouts, Nigel Burgoine of Ballet Theatre of Toledo and Jen Hansen of YMCA recently received congratulations from Muddy the Mud Hen, third from left, along with checks for their organizations from ‘Helping Hen Grants.’

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WOW-Women of Waterford-Foundation launched

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You are invited to a

John Eisel to benefit

John is a resident of Sylvania and a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church. He is dealing with the debilitating effects of Dystonia, which causes involuntary muscle contractions affecting his abilities to walk, speak and perform everyday tasks. John lives at home, unable to work, and currently needs a home health aide during the day to assist in daily needs.

Waterford Executive Vice President Larry Boyer joined Perrysburg Market Manager Laura Dosch and Sarah Bates of the Norman and Louise Jones Foundation, WOW’s initial mission.

Banker Laura Dosch has been eager to organize a group of women business owners for quite some time.“I have been involved with women business owners for many years and I realize the collective power these women hold,” she observed. “When I joined Waterford Bank NA, the perfect name became obvious: Women of Waterford or WOW. I approached Larry Boyer, Mike Miller and Mike White who liked the idea and thought it really fit into the bank’s overall commitment to give back to the community. Thanks to their support, a committee from the bank was organized whose efforts resulted in our initial WOW Foundation get together on Wednesday, June 18,” she pointed out.

The more than 75 guests learned about the new organization’s mission, which is to empower women through education, community service and professional enrichment. “The WOW Foundation really has no structure or dues. It is based on monthly missions where WOW participants will partner with different nonprofit organizations throughout the community offering financial donations, their talent and time as volunteers when needed,” Dosch explained. The Norman and Louise Jones Foundation was the selected organization for the June 18 event and donations were encouraged. Dosch reported that over $900 was received that evening.

Upcoming partnerships will include monthly missions with Bethany House and Mom's House. Dosch and her committee members also plan to organize a team to

participate in the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure. “Some of our groups present volunteer opportunities while others may just need necessary items to be donated. Each group has different needs and through our community support we will work to meet those needs,” Dosch noted.

In addition to meaningful volunteer opportunities, WOW will also provide educational opportunities including seminars and mentorship programs along with philanthropic services. “There are so many areas that could be covered such as balancing work life with family life, or preventing burnout, and many other topics pertinent to women business owners,” Dosch noted. “I am really looking forward to receiving feedback from women business owners and I would really love to see them become involved,” she added.

WOW Foundation participants do not have to be Waterford customers to be part of the group according to Dosch. “We are looking for women who are committed to their community and have a desire to give back with their time and talent,” she pointed out.

WOW Foundation information is available on Facebook.com/thewowfoundation. In addition to foundation communications, there will be business spotlight reports about WOW participants who are Waterford customers according to Dosch. “Women have such great stories to tell and I am excited to be able to offer a way to communicate those stories,” she added.

Lighting the Torch for Special Olympics

Area police department members stopped in Sylvania where they were joined by members of the Sylvania Police Department for the annual Enforcement Torch Run. It is the largest grass-roots fundraiser and public awareness campaign for Special Oplympics. The Law Enforcement Torch Run raised over $42.6 million in 2012. Since it started in 1981 it has grown worldwide with over 97,000 volunteers spanning 46 countries.

Dan Van Vorhis coordinated the northwest Ohio route.

–by Jennifer Groves

Sunday, July 6, 2014

Time: 1:00 – 5:00 p.m.

Place: St. Joseph’s Catholic Church Father Wurzel Family Center East Campus (enter off Ravine Road) 5362 Main St, Sylvania, OH 43560 Prize Drawings, Silent Auction, Bake Sale and more!

Freewill Donations Accepted All proceeds to help defray the cost of medical and nursing care that John requires Contact: Marge Mizer 419-356-2686 Tom Eisel 419-265-9073 Michelle Dickert 419-509-4062

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Enjoy an outdoor kid-friendly obstacle course with a variety of fun activities.

Looking for a way to make a difference in the community? Join us to restore wildlife habitat in Sylvania. Wear long pants and bring gloves if you have them. All necessary tools provided by TOPS. Volunteers will need transportation to the worksite.

Gone Fishing Tuesday, July 22, 10am Olander Park, Gorman Nature Education Center Mary Leugers and Rags will get you hooked on fish and other water animals with books and crafts. Then get outside and try your hand at walking like a crab!

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A Wild Time Was Had By All at the Annual ‘Zoo To Do’

It appears that a Toledo Zoo polar bear ‘photo bombs’ Zoo to Do attendees Mark Decker, Kate Decker, Patty Hahn and Cam Hahn. Actually it is a sculpture of a polar bear next to the foursome.

L-R: Serena Rivera, Dorothy Apardian, Sheryl Christie, Jeff Sailer, executive director of the Toledo Zoo, and Sam Ruiz were on hand to assist guests at the chic ‘tux and tennis shoes’ event.

L-R: Paul and Chrissy Redrup, and David and Suzette Kanarowski attended the event that benefited community outreach, animal care and on-site education.

L-R: Evan Lanigan, Chris Plotner, Kevin Wachowiak, Eric Wachowiak and Steve Smedlund displayed their love of country as they sampled culinary delights from local area eateries.

L-R: Debbie and Rick Yarder got into the spirit of the evening held on June 20 at the Toledo Zoo.

L-R: Kristen Kieffer, Bridget Geha and Tysir Stelmaszak enjoyed the affair that featured samples from over fifty of the area’s finest restaurants and caterers.

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People of All Ages Enjoyed the Annual Pancake Breakfast

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Chief Jeff Kowalski greeted Meriedith Wolfe and her children, Carter and Greyson.

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Lydia Druillard and Patrick Miller volunteered to serve pancakes and sausage and kept the line moving.

Faith Muldenstein sells raffle tickets to Mary Kowalski and her granddaughter Gracie Miller.

James Ruch and Brad Rieger made their way through the crowd to find a seat at the breakfast.

Retired Sylvania firefighter Tom Eisel and his daughter Natalie were guests at this year’s pancake breakfast. They have been volunteers at the event for many years.

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Metamora State Bank celebrates 70th anniversary Metamora State Bank is proud to mark its 70th anniversary as a true community bank this year. To thank the local community for its support through the years, the bank is hosting outdoor events July 18 at both the Sylvania and Metamora Banking Centers.

MSB first opened its doors in Metamora, Ohio, on July 1, 1944. Originally owned and operated by a husband and wife team with a financial base of only $1.5 million, it now has branches in both Sylvania and Metamora, a staff of 20 employees and assets in excess of $63 million. The bank has always remained true to its mission: to provide a safe, secure, competitive source of financial services to the residents of its market area. It is one of the few independent, locally owned community banks left in the area.

Metamora State Bank is a true community bank. What does that mean for customers? “A community bank builds long-term relationships with community based financial services,” notes President and CEO Kathleen Fischer.

“When you bank with us, your money helps promote economic growth and stability in your back yard. You are now part of our team.

You can see the new business opening, the family farm operating and the purchase of a new home; the finance of future college grads and the building of financial security.” She adds, “With us, you are more than a customer; you are a friend."

The board of directors, loan officers and employees are people who live in the communities Metamora State Bank serves. Many have long-term service with the bank. They enjoy getting to know their customers on a firstname basis and like to hear about their families and friends. Loan officers meet directly with customers and provide win/win solutions no matter what their borrowing needs are whether it’s a loan for a mortgage, home construction, a business, or a new vehicle. All loan decisions are made locally.

The bank is proud to support local schools as well as community organizations, events

ILoveKickboxing.com on growth mode

Jeff Gears and Kasandra Schultz, D.C got their gloves on and were ready for kickboxing.

Chiropractor Kasandra Schultz, D.C., joined Jeff Gears of Martial Arts Academy in his new venture, Ilovekickboxing.com. last March. “We are charged with opening 10 locations in the next five years, and we are close to opening our first of the 10 new locations in Perrysburg,” she said. “We have had to recruit and train instructors for this expanding program. I had been an instructor and now I am helping to train instructors.”

Gears added the kickboxing franchise to his Sylvania area martial arts studio at 5333 Monroe St. in January 2013. “Many of the over 300 franchises start in a martial arts studio,” she explained. “And this does not count toward the 10.”

Billed as a way to “Fight the Fat,” Ilove kickboxing.com offers participants a good workout with lots of personal service, according to Schultz. “We teach participants how to act tough and feel tough and not get hit,” she pointed out. “Participants learn to kick, hit, squat and do pushups. It is a great workout and people really have fun,” she added. “It is also great to see how people become empowered,” he said.

Potential participants are encouraged to go online and sign up for the introductory special: three classes along with gloves for only $19.95, a $45 value.

People are asked to come about 20 minutes before their first class. A trainer instructs the new student how to put on his or her gloves and explains the class procedures. The instructor stays with the new student throughout the class, insuring proper execution of each of the moves. Following the introduction class, the new student learns about the three class programs: unlimited, class cards or one class weekly.

Up to 42 people can attend an I Love

Kickboxing class, with two people working on one of the 22 bags. Each class has at least two trainers to provide each participant with personalized service. “We want everyone to have a great experience every time he or she is in class,” Schultz said.

In addition, the center can be used for birthday or office parties.

The Wellness Center Schultz also treats chiropractic patients at the same location. “Many of my patients are kickboxing students and instructors. I have been involved in martial arts for over 20 years as well as kickboxing. I know about the injuries people can incur with these activities and I know how to treat them,” she added. “In addition to traditional chiropractic procedures, I also use a low force instrumental adjuster activator, along with an Eastern procedure, quash and kniesiotape,” Schultz offered.

Schultz also maintains a practice for those who are not involved in martial arts or kickboxing.

She said she first became interested in chiropractic when she was in high school “I had been participating in martial arts since I was 6 years old. When I was in high school, I experienced back pain and headaches,” she remembered. “My grandpa took me to a chiropractor who helped me in a short amount of time” she said. “From then, I knew I wanted to do the same thing.”

After graduating from The University of Toledo, Schultz received her chiropractic training at Palmer College of Chiropractic. She joined a private practice following graduation and also was a martial arts instructor for Jeff Gears. When she left that first practice, she opened the Wellness Clinic in conjunction with Ilovekickboxing.com and the Martial Arts Studio.

Metamora State Bank Officers, l-r: William L. Pitzen, Senior VP/Chief Lending Officer; Kathleen L. Fischer, President & CEO; Kirk D. Stonerock, Assistant VP/Commercial Lending; Debra S. Palmer, VP/COO; Keith (Randy) Cline, Assistant VP/Branch Manager, Consumer/Mortgage Lending; and Joseph W. Damman,VP/Agricultural/Consumer Lending.

and fundraisers. Bank representatives also serve as active members in local community organizations such as the Sylvania Chamber of Commerce. It is this high level of continued community support that sets Metamora State Bank apart from other area financial institutions.

“If you are not a customer, we hope you will stop by soon and check out the Metamora State Bank difference,” remarks Keith (Randy) Cline, Assistant Vice President and Branch Manager at the Sylvania Banking Center. "MSB is grateful for the community support it has enjoyed through the years and remains committed to continued growth and service in the years to come," adds Cline.

As a thank you for that support, Metamora State Bank is inviting customers, friends and

neighbors to join in its 70th anniversary celebration on July 18. Local radio station DJs will play favorites in both parking lots from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. In addition to a chance to win a $70 Visa gift card, there will be refreshments, food and fun for all who attend. Bank representatives will also be on hand to answer questions, adds Fischer, “In conjunction with our anniversary, we are offering a special incentive to new checking account customers. We are also excited about enhancing our customers' online banking experience with the launch of our new website this summer.”

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A&J Landscape Center opens greenhouse

L-R: The A&J Landscape Center team, Tim Killian, Jason McCartney, Adam Duncan and Jessica Schaefer

greeted guests at their grand opening ceremony.

BY MARY ROSE GAJEWSKI The owners and staff of A&J Landscape Center held a grand opening celebration on Saturday June 28. The mission was to kick back, relax and provide a fun afternoon for customers and clients from over the years, as well as welcoming the community.

“It’s been a busy spring season for us, which is why we made the party in late June,” greenhouse manager, Jessica Schaefer said.

During the afternoon festivities, guests and customers listened to the sound of local band members, “Mt. Fuji and the Eruptions,” as they enjoyed cool drinks and snacks.

In addition, A&J held a raffle for various prize giveaways including a season pass for yard waste drop off.

Many purchased items from the newly opened greenhouse, which include perennials, annuals, vegetable plants and herbs, along with

ball and burlap trees, various stone and decorative rock, ceramic pots and hanging baskets.

“Our goal is to provide the items our customers want and for customers to learn about the numerous services A&J provides."

“We’re everything from do-it-yourself to hire on. We’re all inclusive in that we provide the service end, the products and recycling,” co-owner Adam Duncan said.

Though this grand opening was not the first for founders and owners Adam Duncan and Jason McCartney, it was a celebration for everyone in the company for their hard work and vision accomplishments over the past year.

Duncan and McCartney purchased and moved their 10-year business to its new location at 8061 Sylvania Ave., a year ago. This move allowed A&J to expand in new ways in order to better serve their customers.

“With more room, we also have a permit and offer recycling here,” Schaefer said. The company takes any yard waste, brush, sod, asphalt and concrete.

The A&J team has offered lawn fertilizer application service for years, but fertilizer manager Alex Duncan developed a new treatment program this year using all organic products.

We also carry organic fertilizer and pest control products for sale.

“It came about mostly from our customer feedback. The first thing I was asked was, is it safe? Can my kids walk on it? Is it safe for my pet? It stemmed from those concerns and we wanted to be more environmentally safe,” he said.

This organic line provides fertilizer for vegetable, herb and flowering plants, as well as, safe pest control for weeds and shrubs.

“It was about a year in the making, I took over the fertilizer program about two years ago and for about a year I researched products. It’s a little trial and error here and there, but over all we’ve developed a product that’s working really well for us,” Alex Duncan said.

From the very beginning the company has sought to provide its customers and clients with the best materials and services.

“We’re more old fashioned and we want to be your old school hardware store, only in landscape,” Adam Duncan said.

The lawn care and specialization service is managed and operated by Brian Killian. This

particular service allowed for the merger between A&J and Landcare Network (a company focused residentially) a number of months back.

The most recent contract A&J received is with Lourdes University. The landscape company does everything from mulch, lawn service and chemical applications, pruning, weeding and snow removal for the main campus, as well as the mid-campus expansion.

“It’s exciting to keep things local and be a part of a university that’s building just like our company is building,” Adam Duncan said.

The plans for the company and its future is ever evolving. The owners hope they and their staff continue to learn and pass that knowledge to their customers. “Our goal is to offer more educational materials to our customers. In the future we are definitely interested in offering classes,” Schaefer said. In the coming years they also hope to broaden their vast services and various materials available.

“It’s definitely always about what’s next,” Schaefer said.

A&J’s is open Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Additional information can be found on the company website, aandjlandscape.com or on its Facebook page.

Industrial Developers holds ground breaking for Glass City Athletics Industrial Developers Ltd., the developer for the Springfield Town Center Development, held a groundbreaking for the construction of the new Glass City Athletics complex, to be called The Paragon. The groundbreaking took place June 18 at the corner of Airport Highway and Albon Roads.

The facility will be home to the Glass City Athletic company and will feature year-round indoor volleyball on four courts, and basketball and baseball pitching instruction. The facility will also be used for other athletic events. The site will draw 300-400 people during volleyball tournament weekends January – June from all over Ohio. Construction on the $3 million athletic facility in Springfield Township will be completed in mid-October, in time to hold tryouts for the travel volleyball season. October also marks the 20th anniversary of Glass City Athletics.

Dana Hooper, owner and operator of Glass City Athletics, had been searching for a permanent home for the organization for a long time.

Stephanie Kuhlman and Dallas Paul, of Industrial Developers Ltd., brought Hooper together with Greg Repass and Rich Iott, own-

ers of the Springfield Township Center land and negotiated the building and leasing contracts for Greg Repass and Rich Iott, owners of the site, and Carrie Snyder, Sky Zone franchisee and owner of the Ft. Wayne, Ind. Sky Zone.

This will be Snyder’s second Sky Zone in operation. The operation will create four full-time positions and 90 part-time jobs.

Construction is set to begin immediately with an anticipated opening before the year’s end. The 15-acre mixed-use site is intended to feature offices, retailers and restaurant tenants.

The other phases will be under construction shortly after Phase III.

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Magic Wok teams with Victory Center The Victory Center and Magic Wok are teaming up to raise funds for cancer patients in the region. Magic Wok’s “Egg Roll Call” program runs from July 7 to 19. Anyone can purchase an egg roll card for $1, which can then be used any time in the next three months at any Magic Wok location for a free egg roll. Every dollar raised will go directly to support the work of The Victory Center. Egg roll cards can be purchased at most Magic Wok locations or at The Victory Center itself.

There is no limit on how many cards can be purchased.

“The Magic Wok family has been a longtime supporter of The Victory Center,” said Dianne Cherry, executive director. “We are so excited about this unique opportunity to raise money for our mission. People can purchase these cards and give them out to family, friends, co-workers, babysitters … anyone!

Magic Wok’s generosity is so appreciated!”

Melissa Noe-Freeman, left, spoke at the SoNow meeting June 24 at the Stone Oak Country Club in Holland, Ohio. Freeman is a Treasury Management Officer for Fifth Third’s commercial banking department where she serves and assists businesses in the management of their deposit accounts. She was recently given the Outstanding Young Alumna Award from St. Ursula Academy for 2014. She has also been very active with EPIC Toledo for the past four years and is serving as Epic Advisory Council’s Chair Elect for 2014. In 2015, she will be the first female chair of the organization. She is seen here with Jennifer Wenzke, founder of SoNow, a local women’s networking group.

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River Centre Foundation purchases the American Gallery The American Gallery, 6600 W. Sylvania Ave., in Saxon Square, has been purchased by the River Centre Foundation, a not-for-profit, tax-exempt organization established in 2001.

“We plan to continue the American Gallery’s long tradition of providing outstanding art to the Sylvania community and providing an excellent outlet for local artists to sell their work,” said David M. Garner, Ph.D., president of the River Centre Foundation.

Toni Andrews , gallery owner for more than two decades, had announced her retirement at the end of June. “Toni has kindly agreed to assist us in the transition over the next two months and will remain at the American Gallery to provide her valuable advice. We are also very pleased that Jane Lamanna, who many of you know as a devoted employee of the Gallery for 10 years, will also be staying on to assist us,” Garner stated.

Dani Fuller, a local artist and the River Centre Foundation’s Creative Art Director, will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the American Gallery with the assistance of other foundation members. She earned her BFA in Illustration from The American Academy of Art in Chicago where she spent the past eight years as a freelance artist and design-

er, and most recently, collaborating on two children’s books. Since relocating to Sylvania, she, on behalf of the Foundation, is participating in a number of art fairs including Sylvania’s Maple and Main, Toledo Botanical Garden’s Crosby Festival of the Arts, Chicago’s Gold Coast Art Fair, Grant Park and Summer on Southport, Cleveland’s Crocker Park and Ann Arbor’s State Street Art Fair. Fuller and the Foundation have also been highly involved with the Sylvania art community, participating in the art trail last December and working with the Sylvania Community Arts Commission on a variety of projects, including designing a mural for Maplewood Market place that will be implemented this summer.

According to Garner, a major emphasis of the River Centre Foundation in the past year has been on the “Healing Arts Project” aimed at promoting the power of artistic expression among those who have had emotional problems. “This project allows us to highlight positive modes of self-expression through art that focus on the strength of human potential rather than on illness,” he explained.

The American Gallery will continue to be located at 6600 Sylvania Ave. in Sylvania’s Saxon Square.

Bike Sylvania 2014 offers two days of cycling fun The city of Sylvania, The Olander Park System, the Sylvania Area Joint Recreation District, Toledo Metropolitan Council of Governments and We Are Traffic have joined together to present a weekend of bicycling activities Aug. 16 and 17 in the Sylvania area.

Families and friends are encouraged to take a bicycle ride on trails and lanes around Sylvania on Saturday, Aug. 16, beginning at 9:30 a.m. Try a quick ride around Fossil Park; follow the three-mile Quarry Ridge Bike Trail; or travel Route 5, a 5.5 mile bike lane all beginning and ending at Centennial Terrace. Local bike clubs will be on hand to offer biking safety tips. Participants will also receive free swim passes for Centennial Quarry or Lake Olander. Registered participants will also receive a free water bottle to commemorate Bike Sylvania 2014.

The fourth annual Sylvania Cycling Classic will be held Sunday, Aug. 17, and will host the 2014 Senior State Criterion Championships for men and women categories one to four. The event is familyfriendly as the course loops around Burnham Park whose picnic, playground and pool facilities will be open for race participants, their families and spectators.

Beginning amateur races start at 8 a.m. and the kids’ one-lap fun ride begins at noon. The elite men’s and women’s races

begin later in the day.

Parking is available at Memorial Field, Maplewood School, the city of Sylvania’s Administration Building or the grassy field on Monroe Street and the east side of Parkwood Boulevard.

Food vendors will be located in Burnham Park throughout the day. For more information visit www.sylaniacyclingclassic.com.

David M. Garner, Ph.D. and Dani Fuller of the River Centre Foundation, plan to continue to offer outstanding local art at the American Gallery.

BCA to participate in Art on the Mall The Bittersweet Farms Creative Arts Program will participate in the 22nd annual Art on the Mall. The event is July 27 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the Centennial Mall at The University of Toledo.

BCA will offer artwork created by individuals with autism in the BCA program. Items include fused glass, paintings, ceramics, mixed media and woven items. Proceeds from the sale will provide funding for the BCA program.

Bittersweet Creative Arts provides art as therapy, art education, art as vocation, and art enrichment for adolescents and adults living with Autism Spectrum Disorders. BCA serves over 90 individuals with autism at four locations: Whitehouse, Pemberville, Lima, and Middletown, Ohio.

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A Visit with Sylvania’s Very Own Italian Gardener

BY MARY HELEN DARAH I used to enjoy gardening. It was a way for me to relax and express my overabundant creativity. However, following a bilateral mastectomy, I was temporarily left with “T-Rex” arms, physical limitations and a lack of energy. The activity that once gave me peace became a source of frustration. Enter Sylvania’s Italian Gardener, Richard Cozza, who agreed to help me redo a small area of my garden. Cozza reminded me that it is good to have an overall plan but as the Italian pointed out, “Rome wasn’t built in a day.” Conquering a project in sections is an efficient and rewarding methodology for achieving an overall new look.

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Passionate about plants Cozza has a background in education and administration but his true love is gardening.

He decided to spend his later years doing something he truly enjoys. He holds a B.S. degree in biology from the University of Pittsburgh and furthered his education in landscape design though Owens Community College. He is also a member of the Ohio Nursery and Landscape Association. Of course, I was impressed that he had horticultural knowledge but I appreciated his laidback demeanor and nonjudgmental approach to my backyard “jungle” even more. Cozza explained that many of his clients have plants that are not intended for their environment or as he puts it, “you need to put the right plant in the right place.” He discussed keeping what was working in my space while eliminating items that were past their prime or not appropriate for the area. Cozza likes to review residential or commercial projects with his clients. “I like to have maximum involvement with my customers,” he says. “We decide on the initial design, what items are available that we can incorporate and what new materials we will need for the project.” He also informed me that many of his clients suggest unique and unusual ideas that he uses in his designs. Cozza quickly assessed that this Savvy Sylvanian did not fall into that category and was clueless on how to proceed. I couldn’t see the “forest for the trees” or in this case the unruly “ferns for the hostas.” Thankfully, he took the lead and discussed not only our small starting point but an overall big picture.

The game plan After The Italian Gardener cleared the area of the unwanted plants, he incorporated some new additions including mountain hydrangea, heuchera and hakone grass that he felt would thrive in my space. I have found them to be wonderful choices. The only complaint, which is of no fault to our experienced gardener, is that my Corgi thinks the new hakone grass is there for her culinary pleasure. I am also pleased that he suggested working on the area closet to the patio where we spend most of our outdoor time before conquering the rest of the yard.

The Italian Gardener is the only gardener I know that returns to the site at six and twelve months at no additional cost to assess growth and to see if things are on tract according to the original plan. Cozza also offers free seminars for the new and seasoned homeowner on how to care for plants as well as how to make the best selections for your landscape. I will be in the front row for his next offering.

I hope to utilize The Italian Gardener’s knowledge and skills in the future. Getting my garden, and frankly my life, back on track after a cancer journey has been a slow process. This Savvy Sylvanian is thankful that an abundantly patient horticulture hero has her smelling the roses and tiptoeing through the ferns once again.

The Italian Gardener is located at 5376 River Oaks Court in Sylvania. Call 419/902-9110 or visit italiangardenertoledo.com for more information or to schedule a consultation.

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Healthy Helena —

Sugar-free, gluten-free lifestyle made easy Regular readers of this column know that I tend to talk about a healthy lifestyle pertaining to fitness and nutrition. I find health to be a huge priority and attempt to encourage everyone to adopt a healthier lifestyle.

However, keep in mind that when I say “healthy” I do NOT mean “skinny.” It is vital to have a positive body image and to love and accept yourself no matter what your current size. We have one body so we should nourish it, respect it and most importantly, love it.

Images of the “ideal” bodies for women and men are shoved in our faces on a daily basis.

Women look like stick figures with big breasts and a lifted butt. Men in advertisements appear to be related to GI Joe dolls with bulging muscles few men could obtain in the real world.

Many believe that to have self worth, acceptance and to be attractive, they must desire and strive to look like the select few people of our population who exhibit a “perfect body.” Do me a favor and wipe that thought process out of your mind completely.

There is a gigantic difference between wanting to make a positive change in your health by losing or gaining weight, and feeling ashamed of your body because it is not what is considered “perfect.” Whether you are thick, thin,

athletic, tall or short, etc., your body is your body and you need to love it. When you lose weight, be proud of your accomplishments and look what you did on your own to boost your confidence and devotion to your health.

DO NOT compare your results with anyone else’s.

I, like many, many people are guilty of this.

It has taken me an extremely long time to learn to love and accept my body for what it is. Even after losing over 65 lbs., I still looked at all of the other beautiful women with perfect bodies and hated that despite all my hard work, I still didn’t look like them. It has been a huge process but I can now say that I have realized that life is way too short to not be at peace with your body.

I am 5 feet 7 inches, I weigh 153 lbs. and I wear a size 6-8. I don’t have a skinny body, but I have a very fit and healthy body. Of course, I have my insecurities but I no longer let myself focus on them and rather pay attention to the amazing changes in my body that have improved due to my healthy lifestyle. I am confident now and as I continue to become more fit, I embrace my body type and focus on how much I have achieved.

I have been a victim of falling into the media

“trap” of trying to attain the unattainable body image. There was a time when I went through extremes to lose more weight. It is hard to share this personal struggle I had, and on occasion still have, but I want all of you to know how important this subject matter is. My plea is for you not to fall into society’s trap of looking a certain way because that is no way to live.

Of course, there will be people in life who judge your body, but are those people really the type of people you want to be associated with?

Those who truly love and care for you will accept you for who you are. Your weight does not indicate your worth.

Remember, “healthy is the new skinny.”

Happiness and acceptance is what is attractive about a person. Someone who loves themself, chooses to nourish, takes care of their body and lives life without the fear of looking a certain way, is far more attractive than trying to reach the unrealistic appearance expectations of our society.

Please take into consideration that the goal of losing weight, eating right and exercising is not to obtain the perfect body, but the best version of you. Nourish and care for your body, respect your body, and most importantly love your body.

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The Sylvanian You Need To Know

BY MARY HELEN DARAH

Kevin Moulton

Kevin Moulton thought he was always destined to be a “big guy.” However, the Central Elementary, Timberstone Jr. High School and 2009 Sylvania Southview High School graduate has lost 135 pounds through exercise and eating a healthier diet. Currently Moulton is attending the Bowling Green State University student majoring in education. He is grateful for the opportunity to share his story and to motivate others toward a healthier lifestyle.

Were you heavy as a child?

Not really. I played sports, which kept me in pretty good shape. When I got into high school I started putting on more weight. Also,

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I have been a journalist and public relations specialist for almost thirty years and would like to share my skills with the area. I have written speeches for Toastmasters International, been published in magazines including the new Couture Flowers, (founded by White House Master Florist Ruth Loiseau), entrepreneur and business correspondent for the new KloodIn website and writer for interior design and travel magazines across North America.

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Kevin Moulton: Inspiring Others Toward a Healthy Lifestyle

it is tough to keep weight off if you have family that wants to feed you. My one grandmother always made sure I never left her house hungry. My friends started calling me ‘Big Bevo.’ I am always able to laugh at myself but it begins to take a toll. I kept wondering why I was the only one they called ‘big.’ Yet, looking back, I either didn’t care or didn’t want to change.

What made you decide to start the journey toward a healthier life style?

I got sick while attending the University of Cincinnati. I went to the doctor because I had a really bad cold. They had to record my height and weight. It was a digital reading. I will never forget it. I weighed 320 pounds. It was shocking and depressing that I had gotten that big. Going in for a common cold led me to being told I was a borderline diabetic. They told me if I gained five more pounds I would be diabetic. Nobody wants to hear that. I went home and locked myself in my room, did some hardcore thinking and decided to make a change.

How did you begin to lose the weight?

I didn’t have a lot of experience in the

gym. I played baseball so I wasn’t a stranger to the gym but we weren’t best friends. I started going and quickly realized that everything was a lot tougher for me. I wasn’t as strong, I was losing my breath and couldn’t run as far, but I kept going. A quote by Will Smith stuck in my head. He said, ‘You don’t say, ‘I am going to build the biggest baddest wall that has ever been built.’ You don’t start there. You say, ‘I am going to lay this brick as perfectly as a brick can be laid and you do that every single day until you have wall.’ As a 320 pound guy at the gym, I didn’t go crazy. I started making simple changes. I just did something every day. Instead of driving to campus I started walking. Weeks went by and I started feeling better.

Besides exercise, what other changes did you make?

I would eat everything deep fried and was a frequent visitor to fast food joints. I looked online and found a simple diet that a college student could be on. I didn’t have a lot of money with tuition and rent. I ate pretty much chicken and spinach at first. It got really boring but I could see the results. I also

gave up pop. As a college student giving up beer is tough but if I drink, it could lead to a negative ripple process. I have a plan and I stick to it.

What keeps you motivated?

My friends, roommates and my family encourage me. I went to a grad party and saw my grandfather who I haven’t seen in two years. It took him a minute or two recognize me. I see people I graduated from high school with that don’t recognize me. I will put pictures on Facebook and people will tell me I look great. That is nice but what really motivates me is that when people message me and ask for help and ask how I did it. I love that. I love helping others change their lives. That is what being a teacher is all about; helping people change for the better.

Maybe you want to lose weight to impress a girl, but honestly, you have to want to change for yourself. I am just a regular, broke college guy who lost 135 pounds in three years. I don’t have finances readily available to me, yet I changed my life. I stuck with it.

I am not a super hero. If I can do it so can you.

Massage & Yoga for Pregnancy to be offered Optimum “CHI” Studio will present Massage and Yoga for Expecting and New Parents/Couples on Sunday, July 27 from 1-4 p.m. The interactive workshop is designed to enhance a healthy pregnancy and birthing experience through massage and yoga.

During pregnancy, a woman’s body is changed and challenged in many ways – accompanying the physical changes in her body come new emotions and feelings. What could be more natural for a mother-to-be than to benefit from nurturing touch and gentle yoga while expecting her child? Both offer outstanding benefits for a happier, healthier prenatal and post-partum experience during this beautiful time in a woman’s life.

Massage therapy can enhance the mother’s physical and emotional well-being, while nurturing the new life that grows within her.

Postural and hormonal changes may cause low back and pelvic pain as well as sinus congestion and joint swelling. Massage and yoga during pregnancy can also help alleviate sciatica, headache and muscle pain, while increasing “feel good” hormones and blood circulation.

Moms-to-be can enjoy massage through pregnancy, labor, delivery and post-partum barring complications and with medical approval. An “in-utero” bond is formed with baby in the process.

A prenatal yoga practice cannot only relieve

stress, but also contribute to a healthier pregnancy. Prenatal yoga classes consisting of gentle exercises, which focus on poses that increase stamina, strength and flexibility of the muscles used during childbirth, can be practiced during the first, second and third trimester.

Prenatal yoga practice encourages stretching, mental centering and focused breathing, which enhances relaxation and well-being. Through the increase of endurance, strength and flexibility, the body is trained for the demands of labor. Staying fit during pregnancy also helps in the recovery from delivery and the return of the pre-pregnancy body.

Recent studies at the University of Miami School of Medicine and the Touch Research Institute reported that massage during pregnancy reduced anxiety, stress, back pain and sleep issues. Additionally, there were fewer delivery complications and post-partum depression. Moms that received massage during labor reported shorter labor time and hospital stays. Their newborns had decreased post natal complications as well.

According to the Mayo Clinic, a 2012 study found that prenatal yoga decreased depression, back pain and nausea and improved the quality of sleep. And participants who practiced yoga for one hour, three times a week had a decreased risk of low birth weight babies, high blood pressure and gestational diabetes.

The benefits of massage and yoga during and after pregnancy not only bring physical and mental comfort, but also help make the journey of motherhood a more healthy, beautiful experience overall.

Additional information is available at www.ocsmassage.com, or contact Cindy at 419/450-4940.

Lymphedema talk The Victory Center, Optimum CHI Studio and the Cancer Connection of Northwest Ohio will present “Your Cancer and Lymphedema” on Saturday, July 26 from 8:30 a.m. to noon at Augsburg Lutheran Church, located at 1342 W. Sylvania Ave. Lymphedema is swelling of a limb or trunk of the body that may develop secondary to cancer treatment and generally requires therapy intervention. All cancerrelated lymphedema will be covered with special presentations from the therapy departments of Flower Total Rehab and Mercy cancer centers and survivor experiences. The morning will include fitness demonstrations and cancer-related vendors will be present. This educational event is open to all cancer survivors and there is no charge. Reservations are required by July 18 through The Victory Center by calling 419/531-7600.

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L-R: Tina Wiley and Mary Jo Welly got into the spirit of the evening during the sold out Disco Party held at Centennial Terrace.

L-R: Diana Sample, Jeff King, Stace Torio and Theresa Torio got into the groove at the event held June 27.

L-R: Tonya Shaver and Tammy Conners shook their “groove thing� at the Disco Party.

L-R: Dan and Lisa Marsalek enjoyed the “Boogie Wonderland� at Centennial Terrace.

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Crosby Festival of the Arts Celebrated at Preview

L-R: Robin Sulier Charney and husband, Gerry Davis, enjoyed the live music provided by Distant Cousinz.

A large crowd enjoyed the beautiful weather at the TBG Crosby Festival of the Arts Preview Party.

Local Toledo artist Har Simrit painted this year's Yark FIAT art car during the event. The car will be on display throughout the summer at local cultural events.

L-R: Karen Ranney Wolkins, executive director of TBG, and Karen Fraker, president of the TBG board, welcomed guests to the garden on June 27.

L-R: Bonnie Hunter and Joanna Koenigseker enjoyed the food, fun and the chance to preview the artistic offerings for purchase at the party.

L-R: Sara Moynihan, Toledo Botanical Garden (TBG) board member Jan Motter, and Toni Moore, volunteer coordinator for TBG, greeted guests to the Crosby Festival of the Arts Preview Party.

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Section B Angela’s Angels celebrates 10 years of doing business

Angela Christensen

In commemoration of the 10-year anniversary of Angela’s Angels & Antiques, owner Angela Christensen is planning a 10-day celebration from July 15 through July 26. “As a thank-you to the community, we will have 10 percent off select items each day for 10 days, such as 10 percent off the price of any books on July 15 and 10 percent off of all fairy items on July 16. There will be a special item each day,” Christensen promised.

In addition, shoppers will receive one raffle ticket for each $10 spent in the store. Those raffle tickets will be for 10 prizes, with the grand prize of free 15-minute readings with Kimberly Wing, Sharon Kay, Kasha and Luanne Harris.

The winning tickets will be drawn on July 26.

July 26 will include a day of readings with: Kimberly Wing, Medium, Spiritual Intuitive, and Reiki Practitioner; Kasha, Angel Intuitive; Sharon Kay, Psychic and Medium; and Luanne Harris, Akashic Record Reader and Signature Cell Healer. There will also be Aura Photography, Chakra Balancing and Iridology offered.

“We are all very excited about the event,” Christensen said. “When I realized that I was celebrating my tenth year in business, the readers who are here all got involved in helping me plan this 10-day event. They have been wonderful and we have had a lot of fun putting this event together,” she added. The four offer readings at Angela’s on a regular basis.

Pet Pampering Day In keeping with Christensen’s passion for animals, she is also holding a Pet Pampering Day on Saturday, July 11 just before the 10-day celebration begins. Jonathan and Anastasia

Artist’s Work Displayed at Choconotes

Sarah Lahey

Sarah Lahey said she has known she was going to be an artist since she first held a pen-

cil. But it was her art teacher at Bedford High School, Jason Sanderson, who introduced her to oils. “Before that, I had worked with acrylics, but when I discovered the richness of the colors and the fluidity of the medium, I was hooked. I love working in oils,” she said. “I love color and I love to experiment with color,” Lahey offered. Lahey’s work is primarily subjects she sees in her mind, although her 7-yearold daughter’s face can be found in one of the paintings on exhibit currently at Choconotes.

Lahey said she works on several paintings at one time and is currently completing a series of women with different perspectives of beauty.

“This series is of all different women but they all have a common thread,” she added.

Lahey said she has also completed several commissioned works along with those paintings she has completed for the exhibit at Choconotes, 5665 N. Main St., Sylvania.

White Party Raises Funds for Beach House

The White Party committee members Susan Grothwohl Park, Mary Dee Gwyn, Tammy Holder, Andrea Procter and Kim Kaplan were on hand on June 19 at Treo. Proceeds from the event benefit Beach House.

Marilyn Levine and Susan Grothwohl Park welcomed guests Esther and Rich Johnson on the Treo patio to the annual White Party to benefit Beach House.

Rudinger, founders of the 17-year-old PetMassageTM Training and Research Institute, will be at Angela’s Angels from noon to 2 p.m. Jonathan Rudinger will give a 20minute demonstration at noon and pet massages will be offered at $2 per minute in 10-, 15-, and 20-minute increments. Proceeds from massages will be shared with a local pet nonprofit organization.

“We will also have a pet communicator from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. who will share proceeds with a local pet nonprofit,” Angela said. “We are so excited about this event. In fact, the city of Toledo has issued a proclamation declaring July 11 as PetMassageTM for Dogs Day so it is most fitting that we are hosting Jonathan and Anastasia on this day.”

According to Christensen, PetMassageTM, established in 1997, is one of the most attended and most respected schools for canine massage in the world. Students from every state in America and from countries including France, Bosnia, Wales, United Kingdom, South Africa, Japan, China, the Philippines, Manila and

Guatemala have traveled to the Toledo area to attend PetMassageTM Training and Research Institute. Rudinger has just returned from Paris where he taught his second advanced workshop for one of his French students who created her own school in Europe.

Pet Adoption Day A Pet Adoption Day will be held at Angela’s Angels on July 19 featuring the Toledo Area Humane Society, the Toledo Animal Shelter and Dee Dee’s Feline Angels & Friends. Author Carole Sarkan will be present with her book, “And Candy Smiled,” an inspirational story about a three-legged dog and her journey to keep living. A pet communicator will also be on hand at this event.

“People who bring a pet food item or toy will receive a free raffle ticket for one of the 10 raffle prizes,” Christensen said. “People can also make a donation to the ‘Walk Out Of Darkness’ event for suicide prevention and receive a raffle ticket.”

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Grumpy’s In Sylvania Former Sylvania resident Robin Ayers brought her Cabi line of clothing to Chandler Café recently and was welcomed by co-owner Gail Stansley while guest Kelly Johnson looks over the attractive items with help from Abby Ayers.

Maggie Bauman packaged a Garbage Salad for Pat Nowakowski from the new Grumpy’s on the Go wagon, which was in the Sautter’s parking lot Friday, June 27. The wagon will be at Sautter’s every Friday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. offering the Garbage Salad along with a variety of Grumpy’s cookies. Grumpy’s Poppy Seed Salad Dressing can also be purchased at Sautter’s Market.

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Marilyn and Felice Bauer learned about the books written by Jim Mollenkopf, which he has for sale at the Market on Main.

Kristin Wygant learned about the many uses of nasturtiums from Donna Farnsel of Farnsel Farms.

Hannah Johnson of Country Grains gave Cassie Muehleld and her son Levi a muffin sample.

Steve Colony of Great Lakes Knife Sharpening explained the process to Kathie Pullen and Jane Herwatt.

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If It’s Tuesday in Sylvania, It’s Market on Main!

Seth Burkholder of Turkeyfoot Creek Creamery explained the differences of the cheeses he has available to Lisa and Sam Weimer.

Perry Nester of Louis Keil & Son helps Melissa Boyers selected spinach from the many offerings available.

Kevin Kruse of Creque’s helped Kristin Davenport select a quart of strawberries.

Jama Whitmore of All Good Things welcomed her parents, Cathy and Jim Moses, who live outside of Charlotte, N.C.

Lesllie Boudouris was ready to purchase some flowers from Sarah Carver of Beautiful Blooms by Jen.

Roger Zielinski of Garden Nursery and Tony Siebeneck of The Wild Honey Tree took a break during Market on Main.

Kathy Volpi and Norma Millen talked with Halley McDonald of Green Bubble Gorgeous.

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Follies director Ann Galloway, mistress of ceremonies Sally Goetz and Follies assistant director Carol Palenske kept reheaarsals moving smoothly.

The follies began in 2003 and Galloway has been the director since 2005.

The Senior Chorus, under the direction of Carol Palenske, sang several selections during the show, which is scheduled for Wednesday Aug. 20 at 2 p.m., Thursday and Friday, Aug. 21 and 22 at 7 p.m. and Saturday, Aug. 23 at 2 p.m.

The Dreamettes, Sue Glass, Ruby Seifert and Wanda Anderson found an easy path to love with their rendition of ‘Johnny Angel.’

Mary Casey, Shelli Plesscow, Mary Claire Langenderfer, Carol Sizemore, Barbara Nolan and Marge Trinckler at rehearsal. Missing were Evelyn Conway and Nancy Griffin.

Betty Lagger portrays a pregnent Lucy Ricardo and Olga Tucker is her husband, Ricky, in a skit from the ‘I Love Lucy’ television show.

Ray Dorcus, the ‘Senior Center Greeter,’ listens attentively as Clarence the Angel AKA Shirley Kingsley talks about getting a full set of wings.

Flo Metzger as Gwinevere is known as the Senior Center’s ‘Queen of Song.’

Don Monroe was a regal King of Camelot. Tickets for the show are available at the Sylvania Senior Center. Cost is $5 for Aug. 20; and $8 and $12 for the remaining shows.

Mary Ann and Carroll Cannon showed the audience they can dance the Rumba.

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Laurena and Lily Grossmann and McKinnis Lehman worked on clay wall hangers.

Sharon Horkey helped Mackenzie Hayes and Megan Dona with their shoe planter project.

Parker Preuss worked on his shoe planter project during the Sylvania Historical Village ARTVenture Camp held June 23-27.

L-R: Ronny Al-Abed, Jenna Horkey, Claire and Lilly Hunter worked on copper hanging bells during the Sylvania Historical Village’s ARTVenture Camp.

George Grossmann, Mckinnis Lehman, Morgan Wilson and Lily Grossmann made Zen tangle.

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Family and friends gathered to see art work at the art show.

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Lourdes University sports information director honored Lourdes University sports information director Ryan Wronkowicz was named the Mike Dean SID (Sports Information Director) of the Year for the WolverineHoosier Athletic Conference (WHAC) at the conference's annual meeting hosted by Lawrence Tech June 16. It is the second nod for Wronkowicz, who also won the award last year. The honor, named after long-time WHAC statistician Mike Dean of Aquinas, recognizes outstanding sports information professionals as chosen by SIDs in the conference.

“Ryan has single-handedly placed Lourdes Athletics on a different stage,� acknowledged athletics director Andre Smith. “He knows how to capture an audience with his phrases, words, and pictures.�

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Wronkowicz earned his degree from Bowling Green University in 1999 and completed his master’s in sports administration in 2005 from Valparaiso University.

His name is now forwarded to the national level in consideration for the NAIA SID of the Year award.

Readiness event set Lourdes University’s Admissions and Career Services Offices are partnering to present “Becoming College and Career-Ready� on Thursday, July 10. The event, aimed at nontraditional students in and around the local area, will provide help with resume writing, cover letter writing, and information about enrolling at Lourdes. Concluding the evening will be a presentation on the importance of social media and the job search. “Becoming College and Career-Ready� will take place from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at various locations throughout Lourdes University beginning in the Academic Success Center inside Delp Hall. There is no cost to attend, but those wishing to participate are required to RSVP to Shawn Bussell, associate director of Adult, Transfer, & Veterans at 419-824-3785 or by email at sbussell@lourdes.edu.

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Northview High School Football hosts second annual Detroit Lions camp

From Monday, July 21 through Thursday, July 24, Lions fever will prevail in Sylvania. Northview High School Football will host the Detroit Lions Camp for children ages 6-14 at

5403 Silica Drive in Sylvania. From 8:30noon, attendees will learn the fundamentals of football on offense, defense and special teams maneuvers.

The noncontact camp is designed to improve a beginner, intermediate and advanced skill levels. Chris Fritzsching, director of Detroit Lions Youth Football and the Detroit Lions Youth Football coaching staff will conduct the camp.

The cost is $169 and includes a Lions camp t-shirt, appearance by a current or former Detroit Lions player and much more. Applicants can register online at www.detriotlions.com/youthfootball or by calling 313/262-2248.

Marathon Classic Returns LPGA players will hold a junior golf clinic on Saturday, July 19 during the Blade Day third round of the tournament.

The 2014 Marathon Classic will also feature the debut of the Marathon Classic Kids Zone.

The Marathon Classic strives to be a family friendly event (all kids 17 and under get in for free) and this year there will be activities for kids throughout the golf course Thursday through Sunday of tournament week. From scavenger hunts and face painting, to fun with mascots and getting a picture taken with the trophy, there will be plenty to do for kids of all ages at the 2014 Marathon Classic.

New to the 2014 Marathon Classic will be Military Day on Sunday, July 20. The 18th

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Also this year, all active military along with active police and firefighters and one guest will be admitted free of charge to the 2014 Marathon Classic.

The Marathon Classic presented by OwensCorning and O-I has been making dreams come true for children in northwest Ohio for the past 30 years. Over $8 million has been donated t since its inception in 1984. Last year, $376,000 was given to local childrens’ charities.

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BTT Golf Outing The ninth annual Ballet Theatre of Toledo Parent-Child golf outing is planned for Sunday, Sept. 7 at Brandywine Country Club. The proceeds benefit the Marilyn Burkhardt Memorial Scholarship Fund.

Check-in time is 2 p.m. with a 3 p.m. shotgun start. The event includes nine holes of golf, golf cart, lunch, raffle prizes and skill awards. The fun begins with adults hitting the ball and the children putting. The day is sponsored by Golf Galaxy. For reservations, call 419/861-0895.

Jaafer Ismail, who had received honorable mention honors by local coaches during the club season, was named defensive player of the year in the club division for boys lacrosse for the state of Ohio.

The honor was awarded after Ismail’s Ottawa Hills team was defeated in a close contest by Cincinnati Anderson in the state championship game in late May. Ismail, a recent Ottawa Hills High School graduate, works with his brother Ali and his father Zane in their family-owned restaurant, Pitasub Express, 5155 S. Main St. in the Southbriar Shopping Center.

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Oakleaf Awards Scholarships

Northview student Ashley Ingle and Oakleaf resident Glenn Shinn.

Allisen Sanders, Southview winner, with Glenn Shinn, Oakleaf resident.

The Oakleaf Village scholarship recipients from Northview and Southview were announced recently. The Northview winner was Ashley Ingle. The winner from Southview High School was Allisen Sanders. The students were chosen by having the best essay explaining how a senior citizen has touched their lives. They both received a check for $1000 to be used for higher education.

SCHUYLER STUPICA A STUDENT SPEAKS My HOBY Experience: Part Two Note: my previous article gave an overview of what a Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership Seminar is like. This article will focus on the heart of the HOBY experience: Schuyler Stupica relationships.

I am hesitant to quote Miley Cyrus in the introduction of an article, but the following lyrics from her song “One in a Million” seem too fitting to ignore. Miley sings, “They say that good things take time, but really great things happen in the blink of an eye.” As embarrassing as it is to admit, these lyrics from a 2008 Hannah Montana song perfectly describe my experience at the HOBY

Leadership Seminar earlier this month.

At 5 p.m. on June 4, I arrived at Ohio Northern University for an orientation for all the volunteer staff. In the room were people who had already influenced my life, as well as many others who were about to do the same.

There was Cory Dippold, director of Youth Leadership Toledo, who had served as a mentor for me during and after my participation in the yearlong program as a sophomore. There was Alexa Haushalter, who was my Junior Facilitator when I was a HOBY ambassador last year. And there was David Westmeyer, the Senior Facilitator I had been paired up with to lead a group of nine ambassadors during the seminar. About 70 students and adults surrounded me with hearts for service, who were dedicated to youth empowerment and the HOBY organization.

Just like our own HOBY mentors, David and I embraced our group of ambassadors.

Before our eyes, our initially timid group of sophomores struck up conversations and began joking with each other in a matter of minutes. This almost immediate bond allowed our group to skip over small talk and plunge headfirst into meaningful conversations.

Whether they were discussing race, sexuality, poverty, or leadership, they spoke with maturity and wisdom.

My favorite memory of the week occurred on the last night of the seminar. Everyone in my small group took fifteen minutes to make a timeline of the highs and lows of our lives, and then essentially shared our life stories with each other. My immense respect and admiration for David and our ambassadors was elevated when I saw them become vulnerable. The stories, which ranged from happy memories of going to the National Spelling Bee to painful memories of abuse, created such an intimate community of trust that it was jarring to return to the noise of the rest of the seminar.

The final day of the seminar was bitter sweet. I wrote letters of appreciation until my hand hurt. In return, I received the kindest notes from our ambassadors saying we had impacted their lives. I cried on my car ride home that day because I was simultaneously struck by the beauty of what I had experienced over the last four days, and the dismal realization that it had come to an end. I never knew it was possible for people to become so important to me in a matter of a few short days. Our small group has continued to keep in touch, and already have a date set for a reunion in September. I can’t wait.

WVA graduate Luke Holding, former Northview student, graduated from West Virginia University May 2014 with a degree in Recreation, Parks, and Tourism Resources.

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Eighth grader Michael Allen is the first threeyear national competitor representing the state of Ohio at the You Be the Chemist Challenge in Philadelphia, Penn., finishing third this year. Michael resides in Sylvania Township and is the son of Jim Allen and Sherry Simon.

This is the 10th anniversary of the national competition sponsored by the Chemical Education Foundation and corporate sponsors.

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Two administrators approved by Sylvania School Board The Sylvania Schools Board of Education approved the hiring of two administrators at the June 23 meeting.

First, the board unanimously approved the hiring of Mark Pugh as the principal for Highland Elementary, filling the vacancy from the recent resignation of Paul Gibbs.

Pugh comes to Sylvania from Indianapolis where he has served as the principal at Ernie Pyle Elementary since 2007. His background also includes an assistant principal position with the Thomas Carr Howe Academy in Indianapolis from 2005-2007 and from 2000-2005, he taught various elementary grade levels at Nora Elementary in the Metropolitan School District of Washington Township in Indianapolis.

He received a bachelor’s degree in education from Indiana University in December 1999 and later a master’s in Educational Leadership in 2013. Mark and his wife, Amy, a graduate of the Sylvania

Schools, are relocating their family to the Sylvania area.

Elizabeth McIlwain was also unanimously approved during the meeting.

McIlwain will fill the position of assistant principal of discipline at Northview High School. She received a Bachelor’s of Education from The University of Toledo in 1988, and a master’s degree from Bowling Green State University in 2002.

McIlwain served as the assistant principal at Springfield High School from 2002-2014, coordinating the AP course offerings and scheduling. Prior to the administrative position, she taught high school English at Springfield for 12 years. She started her teaching career in 1988 with Four County Vocational School teaching English before moving to Springfield schools.

With the hiring of Pugh and McIlwain, the Sylvania Schools administrative team is complete, following the resignation of Paul

Elizabeth McIlwain

Mark Pugh

Gibbs at Highland and the retirement of Rose Gaiffe at Arbor Hills. Tim Zieroff, Arbor Hills assistant principal, will fill Gaiffe’s position as principal, and

Norhview’s assistant principal Mellisa McDonald will take over Zieroff ’s position as assistant.

Congratulations to Sylvania Schools students, teachers, staff and parents for a great school year!

HIGH SCHOOL 579 Graduating Seniors Valedictorians:

Katelyn Work – Northview; Logan Sander – Southview Salutatorians: Dominik Konik – Northview; Yuran Chen – Southview Silver Ranking: U.S. News & World Report “Best High Schools” (top 100 in Ohio; third consecutive year for both high schools) Academic Recognitions: Five National Merit Scholarship Finalists: Timothy Lee, Lance Lu, Julia Nistel, Logan Sander and Katelyn Work Four National Merit Commended Students: Semi-Finalist student – Maggie Figliomeni; three Commended students – Yuran Chen, Catherine Dong, and Ashley Everett 64 earned GPA of 4.0 and above • 140 earned Ohio Diploma with Honors • College Board AP District Honor Roll (third year) Five Perfect Scores on SAT/ACT Tests • 115 AP Scholars • 105 Presidential Academic Fitness Awards One Presidential Award for Volunteerism • Eight Jefferson Youth Leadership Awards Over $15 million in scholarships awarded to the Class of 2014 90% of graduates pursuing college/post-secondary, military and/or technical training National and state championships: Agribusiness: State Champion (individual) and First Place in State (team) Business Professionals of America: National and First Place in State; First Place: Small Business Management Team; top 15 finish Engineering Club: National Qualifiers • Engineering: Sylvania Robotics Team, National Qualifiers American Mathematics Competition: top six worldwide; 10th grade winner Family & Career & Community Leaders Association (FCCLA): State Qualifiers Health Occupations Student Association (HOSA): National and State Qualifiers and Outstanding HOSA Chapter Mock Trial: Global and State Champions, Third Place Nationals • Ohio Science & Humanities: State Qualifiers Orchestra: OMEA State Honors Band, All-State Band, All-State Orchestra • Science: Envirothon State Qualifiers Science Olympiad: State Qualifiers • Speech & Debate: State and National Qualifiers Theater: All-Ohio Theater Award, five students selected for State Show Athletics: State Champions: Northview Hockey and Cougarettes Dance Team (third consecutive year) Runners Up POM and Jazz; Northview, Third Place State Qualifiers: Girls Golf, Gymnastics, Indoor Track & Field, Track & Field, All-State Golf, Soccer and Football NLL Titles: Cross Country, Golf, Tennis and Track & Field Service to the community: Over 40,000 hours of service and $50,000 donated to local, state and national charitable/service groups

JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL 100 earned Presidential Academic Excellence Award • 42 earned Presidential Academic Achievement Award Presidential Fitness Awards • Science Olympiad (District/State) • Power of the Pen (District/State) • MathCounts (District/State) Governor Youth Art Awards • Quiz Bowl • Thinking Cap Quiz Bowl • Power of the Pen, State Champion (individual) Service to the community: students supported local, state and national charitable/service groups – collecting over $37,000

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL State Art awards • Chess Tournament • Imagination Destination Finalists • Sylvan First Lego League (FLL) Team State Qualifiers Service to the community: students supported local, state and national charitable/service groups – collecting over $18,000

STAFF RECOGNITION Joe Drouillard, National Forensic League Diamond Coach • Rochelle Ford, NSHSS Claes Nobel Educator of the Year Jon Haynes, Northwest Ohio NLL Soccer Coach of the Year • Paul Moffitt, National Forensic League’s 2nd Diamond Coach of the Year Lynn Nedrow, Sylvania Schools Teacher of the Year • Sarah Rhine, Fulbright Hayes Scholar Project Honoree Brad Rieger, SCS Leadership Award • Laura Sauber, Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting Anna Schroeder, 2013 OCALI Educator Award • Dawn Soldner, HOSA Teacher Award

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JANET AMID THE STARS SPEAK Astrology supports the philosophy that life is a journey and our birth chart/horoscope is a roadmap to many possible destinations.

July 2014 Happy Birthday Cancer! Focus is on family and personal comfort. Time to shine as you see yourself letting go of negative patterns and beliefs.

Dear Readers, Astrologically speaking, a retrograde occurs when the planet moves closer to the Earth thus changing the vibration of the planets’ influence. An example is seen as Mercury, the planet of chat, turns retrograde in the fun, social, Sun-ruled sign of Leo. This transit will take place July 15 through Aug. 8. Since Leo rules romance as well as speculation, love matters, new or existing, as well as chance taking through investments, or gambling, will no doubt be affected by this transit. For many of us, this is a time to look at our relationships from an internal as opposed to an external angle. For others, vulnerability and perception may be altered. Carefully think things out before jumping in haste. Clear communication is a must. More importantly, don’t bite off more than you can chew.

Cancer, the fourth sign of the zodiac, is a water sign, which signifies a highly emotional nature. Being under the sway of the element of water also makes you highly caring, generous and intuitive. You are highly evolved, even spiritual — the water signs are karmically developed and refined in spirit.

Water is malleable and adaptable. You are very much like that. You adapt when you have to, but you much prefer to make changes on your own terms.

Like water, you are soothing and nourishing too. Life-supporting energies are at the heart of your character. You will act as a support for many people — in your own family and beyond.

You are for the most part a person of feeling and sensation. Often you will ignore your own judgment and rationality and someone’s else’s reasonable advice, in favor of how you feel.

This approach is highlighted by your key life phrase, ‘I nurture.’ You find it difficult to turn away anyone in need. Anyone who knows you will agree that you are one of the best people to connect with if they need advice. Friends will turn to you if they are in trouble, knowing that your sensitive and compassionate touch will lighten their load.

You are extremely receptive to your environment and the people around you, and will often ‘pick up’ people’s energies, moods and thoughts. This ability serves you well; your intuition about people is quite often correct.

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Your knack of knowing people’s issues before they even open their mouths attracts them to you. The difficulty with this, though, is that you can tend to absorb their emotions — negative as well as positive.

You reflect the qualities of the changing Moon. This means that at times your emotions get the better of you, and you swing from high to low. Family and friends will be well aware of this, but they will not doubt your loyalty and support.

Another aspect of the Moon that sometimes doesn’t work well for you is its maternal nature. You sometimes veer too close to the mothering/smothering lane, which can put people off.

Back on the plus side, you love to mix with all sorts of people. Social activities are an essential ingredient in your development. You are a great success socially, because you can convey your wisdom to others so well — you show expression through your face.

Creative enterprises are a great way to make the most of your moods and your imagination.

Music and writing are perfect vehicles for you.

You can express the inner part of your being as entertaining literary, art or music pieces.

Cooking is also a great outlet for you. Even if you cook as a hobby rather than as a job, you will find that it balances your state of mind over time.

Sometimes you can get locked into your own private lifestyle, and only come out at full Moon. Being a recluse is not for you, though.

You often share your talents and love with the world. Some of this is down to your love of the night.

Because the Moon’s domain is the night, many Cancers are night owls. From twilight on, your creativity starts to flow and you feel at home. You have a strong affinity with lunar energies. This is a good time to get into writing, meditating, or just walking in the moonlight.

All these will energize you. You love the stillness and mystery of the night.

You are a consummate homemaker. Even men born under this sign express the ‘feminine’ aspect of their character in their love of the kitchen, and activities that make them feel secure in their domestic space.

You love to collect or keep mementos — such as scrapbooks and other bits and pieces — that bring back memories of good times and people you care about. You have a great memory, not just for facts, but also any good turn or kindness you’ve received.

You can always talk about any subject with anyone. That retentive memory is a help here, as is your impartial, even-handed approach to people generally. Dealing with people comes naturally to you: add this to your shrewdness and intuition, and you are likely to be a good businessperson. You can also use these skills in managing your day-to-day life.

Aries (March 21-April 19) As the transiting Sun as well as transiting

Mercury trine your natal Sun, work related matters will benefit greatly. Presently you are at the top of your game. However with Mercury entering a retrograde motion in a few weeks, it’s important to be careful with delivery.

Though confidence is a plus, it’s important to weigh your words. Also, as Venus, the planet of love, accents you on a higher plane, a noticeable difference will take place with regard to money and love matters. Be careful of quick and hasty judgments. Also, be careful of speculation, whether for fun or investment purposes. Your love life may take a turn in a new direction as someone from the past may suddenly emerge.

Taurus (April 20-May 21) While demands from others can and will occupy plenty of your time, you may find yourself on a path of self discovery. This should be a powerful period for you as much of what you need to do is laid out for you. More importantly, handle family matters with care as Mercury retrograde transits your area of home and also, the sudden impulse to redecorate or fix things that have been left on he back burner.

On the flip side to all of this you may feel motivated to purge, or merely simplify your life.

Gemini (May 22-June 21) Powerful aspects to your own Sun energy can be more than beneficial for career opportunities. Also, be well aware of your spending habits as Mercury in retrograde making its way into your money house could cause you to spend hastily. Pay attention to reality as opposed to fiction. Perception plays a key role in how you see things; try not to assume. In addition to all of this, it’s important to follow your heart where love matters are concerned.

Leo (July 24-Aug. 21) As the planets align favorably, you may find yourself wanting to manifest your dreams. As transiting Mercury occupies your own sign, your desire to take the bull by the horns becomes more evident. This is a powerful month for you as most of the planets are in total harmony to your own sign causing you to act without reservation. However as Mercury begins to move into retrograde on the 15th, sit back, plan accordingly and try not to overreact.

Virgo (Aug. 22-Sept. 21) As your ruler Mercury turns retrograde you may see yourself a bit more reflective than usual. Relationships, both business and personal, are strong factors as you struggle to keep your priorities in check. Friendships as well as love interests may be going through a bit of a hurdle, however, only temporarily. The most important thing to remember is that life is always in a constant motion. It’s important to remain focused and centered.

Libra (Sept. 24-Oct. 23) You are poised in a new direction for the next month or so as transiting Jupiter in balance to your own sign will enhance your pocketbook. Partnerships take on a new and positive look as you feel the weight of the last two years slowly falling away. A very strong cycle for you as your creative juices begin to flow....love begins to flourish..and your own needs become a matter of importance.

However, in contrast to this, as Mercury retrogrades in your area of friendships, you may find yourself changing gears. You would do well to just take small steps and not create too many distractions.

Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) Family obligations and changes within the home are the key points this month as you see yourself being pulled between work and home.

This can be a productive month for you, but you may begin to feel a bit overwhelmed. It’s important to get yourself and your priorities in place. Health looks positive, money is gainful...work matters may be a bit stagnant.

Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) A strong love period for you, whether new or existing, even though Venus, the love planet, is in opposition to your own sign transiting your area of partnerships. Your outlook for the next two years will be clear and very well received. A fruitful time with family and friends, as you finally feel like everything is falling into place again...however, Mercury in retrograde in your ninth house could shift how you look and perceive everyday situations. This is a very strong cycle for reflection. This transit may also shift how you look at friendships and work matters.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 20) Make careful choices for the next few weeks or so, until after July 23. The tug-pull of the energy may cause you to act out of character, so take care as to not overdo. This can be a strong and prosperous time; nonetheless, as again you shift your priorities into first gear ... and up and down money period for you.

However, only for a short time.

Aquarius (Jan. 21-Feb. 19) A very interesting month for you as Venus, the planet of pleasure and play trines your everyday work, and Mercury in retrograde could cause you to question your partnerships.

You may find yourself feeling a bit more vulnerable, and less in control, however at this stage in the game, you’re at a place where you need to let go of obstacles that have hindered you in the past. This can relate to friends, coworkers, job matters etc...this is your time to finally get a handle on where you want to be.

Pisces (Feb. 20- March 20) Creativity and individuality are key points, as your need to travel, seek out knowledge, or just live out of the box is highly indicated. Also, a strong period for matters of the heart, as you see yourself becoming more entwined with the idea of commitment. In addition, taking directions and being more decisive in areas of work related situations enhances how others see you. Realize that while Mercury is in retrograde you may be more focused on health and fitness, as well as working on your own personal patterns.

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S A N D Y G R AT O P O U T S I D E I N S Y L VA N I A The Same Old... ... same old summer!

Or! Throw all cares to the wind! Parents, why not take a vacation, too? Forget about planning constructive/educational activities to give your kids a boost to your high quality home curriculum (Let your Sylvania Branch Library’s summer reading program keep your conscience clear!); toss out the newly discovered hand-made moon sand recipe, and that organic vegetable dye. For a change, let your children take the plunge to step back in time and show your children how you got to play when you were a kid.

Be done being the parent with the forced smiled, planned and supervised, over-the-top summer life experiences you are supposed to provide for your kids and follow the advice of Melissa Fenton in the Huntington Press article: “10 Ways To Give Your Kids an Honest-ToGoodness 70s Summer.” And, for an added twist, the 60s suggestions will come from Maureen Schell, creator/educator of ECO Discovery! The Field Trip That Comes To You, followed by those, from yours truly, Sandy Gratop Leave No Child Inside and TEAM Sylvania amusing you with 50s style days of summer.

We hope you enjoy our journey back to the good ole hazy, lazy days of summer with the following tried and true ways to survive a summer allowing your child to use his own savvy; select a few that best fit your family’s values, virtues agenda by adding your personal touch to them.

Watch TV! All the TV Land Channel they can stomach with re-runs of Gillegan’s Island; “Who didn’t have a crush on Ricky Nelson in Ozzie and Harriet?;” and imagine watching “I Love Lucy” the first time it aired on TV! Eat whatever you want!

WELL! What they can find! You might want to feed the pantry? Fenton intimated her favs bologna, salty ‘n cheesy snacks, fast-food fried chicken and pineapple up-side-cake; sneakin’ the home-made fudge and stuffing your face with buttered popcorn every Friday topped Schell’s list; and raiding Grandma Hazie’s sugar cookie jar, snagging all the ripe grapes I could eat off the vine, and jelly, jelly, jelly home-made, of course.

Make them play outside!

All day, from dawn till dusk. Guaranteed to make enthusiasts of Leave No Child Inside so ecstatic and your child Happier! Healthier, Smarter! The 60s took the historical vent with cowboys and Indians where bikes were the

asking you to type in the password. You can always go back to the same location to put in a new password. If there is no one who may touch your computer without your permission why bother with a password. If someone steals your computer they can hack into it anyway.

Turn Off Laptop Mouse Do you use the laptop onboard mouse? Did you plug in an external mouse? Do you keep touching the finger mouse and altering up your characters? How about turning off the finger mouse pad and only having access to the external mouse? Head to the control panel and open up the mouse options. Click on Advanced options. Now disable the onboard mouse. Remember if you do this and you unplug the external mouse you have little options for turning the main mouse back on.

At least you know you can do this trick.

Save Photos on Flash or CD/DVD By now you probably have hundreds or thousands of photos downloaded on your

horses. Couldn’t wait to get down to the traditional block-wide park where the summer staff offered crafts for us to do.

Spend three nights at a best friend’s house!

This will test your confidence as to the quality of your parenting up rearing skills so far! “One eve was the limit as closest family already had eleven children,” Schell remembered. Trying to stay up all night was our goal!

Make stuff!

That’s ‘Like From Stuff’ you can find! What an original concept! Re-Cycle! Re-Think! ReInvent! Nothing topped sewing clothing for your dolls or playing with paper dolls! We’d get down to some serious business by playing school, manning a hospital, or running an insurance agency - dad sold life insurance.

Have a Talent Show!

Sing and dance and do a conglomeration of good old time entertainment. You can spend countless hours developing a play or putting on a circus or do magic tricks, share jokes and riddles.

Play SIMON! The original ‘train your brain’ app, if you can get your hands on one, till you want to throw it against the wall; endless hours with the Game of Life or a serious game of Monopoly; or entertain yourself with Solitaire or wage a never-ending battle with the card game of War. Build a fort!

In your backyard with anything you can find - your bed cover over a branch! Maybe you’ll luck out with a refrigerator box. Or, crawl under a table outdoors, use a tree for cover, or nestle up to some shrubbery and pretend you are in a cave. Pretend! Use your imagination; it works, if you work it!

Learn to find the amazing... ...in the ordinary! Fenton’s pinky swears this is her saving grace as she takes advantage of a teachable/miraculous moment. Schell suggests sharing a book you loved as a child. And, of course, Mrs. G recommends choosing a special spot in nature, and taking a really close look, spending several minutes observing, listening, pondering to really get connected with the outof-doors!

After all, we are part of the natural world; the epitome of creation. It’s all for the taking.

We can live in harmony on Planet Earth, not just off of it...

Give your children the gift of trust, the thrill of uninhibited, unstructured play, the opportunity to explore the wonders and marvels of their immediate world first-hand, possibly for the first time!

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computer. Have you backed up your files? Do you really need to keep them on your hard drive or even pay more to store in the clouds?

So how do you put them on flash drives or DVDs? The price of a blank DVD is about 25 cents or as much as $1. This DVD holds almost five gigs of data. The equivalent on a flash drive is about $8. If you have not figured this out by now, DVD or even CDs are much cheaper. Get a stack of blank DVDs (50 or 100). Use a permanent marker to title the contents.

Rubbing alcohol is your eraser for the marker.

Stay organized. Be sure to title your disc immediately. How soon we forget. The office supply stores sell a very inexpensive three-ring binder meant for this size plastic inserts. It comes with starter pages plus you can get more. Now all your photos are in one binder on the bookshelf. Each sleeve holds four in front and another four on the backside. Your pictures are safely off the computer, freeing up space and peace of mind. FYI…CDs and DVDs can be added to but not erased.

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Safety City Teaches Rules of the Road and More

Kaden Eastgate and Charlotte Hoyt learned about bicycle safety during Safety City at Maplewood School.

Officer Scott Hendricks gave Paige Henderson driving instructions on the ‘streets’ at Maplewood School.

Hunter Firdson, Cal Brzuchalski and Aaron Hupp watched from the house on the intersection of streets as drivers and bicyclists drove and rode by during Safety City.

Sylvania Community Action Team 4th Annual Golf Scramble Friday, August 15, 2014 Bedford Hills Golf Club (6400 Jackman Road, Temperance, MI)

Registration/Warmup 12 pm, shotgun start 1 pm • Dinner/Awards 6pm Prizes awarded for: Closest to the Pin • Longest Putt • Longest Drive

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4th of July Parking and Driving Controls Sylvania Township police have issued parking and driving controls for the area that will be the center of this year’s fireworks display.

There will be no parking permitted along Sylvania-Metamora Road from Centennial to Mitchaw Road.

Parking will also be prohibited on Centennial from Sylvania-Metamora to Brint and on the east side of Mitchaw from SylvaniaMetamora to Brint.

For those leaving Pacesetter Park onto Sylvania-Metamora after the display, that roadway will become one-way from the exit either eastbound or westbound.

For those leaving the park onto Mitchaw Road, that will be one-way traffic from that exit either northbound or southbound.

Centennial Road will be one-way southbound for traffic from Sylvania Metamora.

Herr Road will also be one-way southbound between Sylvania Avenue and Central until traffic conditions warrant a change after this year’s display.

Traffic Light The Sylvania Township road department has installed a traffic signal at Corey Road and Springbrook Dr, not due to the danger of intersecting vehicles, but to make crossing Corey to and from Wildwood Metropark a safer route for runners, bicylcists, walkers and others using the secondary entrance to the park.

Gregory Huffman, Sylvania Township public works manager, said he had been approached by area residents asking if the area could be made more safe for the many people who use that entrance, just south of Springbrook. He said that after consulting with the Lucas County engineer’s office it was determined that a light could be installed which would alert motorists on Corey that there were people who were ready to cross the busy roadway.

Mr. Huffman said signs noting the likelihood of pedestrian traffic were erected on both sides of Corey at the site. Flashing, yellow LED lights can be activated by those wishing to cross to increase visibility. The lights are completely powered by solar energy collected by cells on the signals.

Nuisance Several yards, which have created neighborhood nuisances, will be improved soon as the result of action taken recently by the Sylvania Township board of trustees.

Daryl Graus, planning and zoning manager for the township, said the properties have been the subject of resident complaints and that he had inspected them to determine that they fell within the guidelines to allow the township to act. He said debris in yards was at the center of some complaints, but that most had to do with uncut grass and weeds. The properties are: 5954 Blossman, 4911 Courville, 4145 Forestlawn, 3210 and 3226 McCord, 4033 Mockingbird, 6727 Monarch, 3523 Plainview, 7206 Whispering Oak, 7510 Wind River, 3415 Zone, and 5661, 5723 and 5713 Mallard Pointe.

The latter three are vacant lots. Graus noted work on the properties will be done by Barron’s Lawn Service and a bill will be sent to the property owners. If it’s not paid within 30 days the amount will be forwarded to the Lucas County Auditor’s office to be placed on the tax duplicate for work done on the properties.

Independence Day Events Planned On July 4, 1776, John Adams, signer of the newly written Declaration of Independence and future president of the United States, publicly predicted Mayor Craig Stough that July 4th would be celebrated with festivals and parades, athletic competitions, oratory and fireworks forevermore. From what was a very dangerous and uncertain future 238 years ago, his words were truly prophetic.

His message is still clear here in Sylvania.

Independence Day, 2014 is nearly upon us, and Sylvania has events planned to honor America and celebrate our freedom.

First and foremost will be our

Independence Day Celebration the evening of July 3rd at Centennial Terrace. Starting at 7 p.m. there will be entertainment, live music and food. And once it gets dark, we will have one of the biggest and best fireworks display in northwest Ohio. Thousands of people will be on hand to enjoy them.

Each year, Sylvania City Councilman Mike Brown helps organize a spectacular fireworks show, and he promises this year will be no exception. The fireworks can also be viewed very well from Pacesetter Park. Our thanks to Sylvania Township, SAJRD, Coca-Cola, Stapleton Insurance Group, Waterford Bank, ProMedica Flower Hospital, ProMedica Paramount Health Care, Vin Devers Autohaus, Brown Automotive, Republic Services, The Andersons and Sylvania Area C.I.C. for helping to sponsor these fireworks along with the city of Sylvania.

Thank you also to the many volunteers for this very special event, and also to SAJRD for their hard work and planning. Proceeds from

this event go towards the continuing improvements and operation of Centennial Terrace, a wonderful asset for the entire community.

Together with the many holiday baseball and softball games already planned, another event on the Fourth of July will be the 22nd annual international vintage base ball game with the Actives of Woodstock, Ontario, our Sister City. Each year the Sylvania Great Black Swamp Frogs Base Ball Club travels north to Woodstock for a Canada Day game on July 1, and then returns here for the Independence Day game on July 4. This year’s game on July 4 will be at Wildwood Metropark at 1 p.m.

Other major activities planned for July are the Marathon LPGA Golf Tournament held at Highland Meadows Golf Club during the week of July 14. The Sylvania Pizza Palooza is scheduled for Friday, July 25 and Saturday, July 26 at Centennial Terrace.

I wish you all a safe and happy summer – Sylvania is a great place to enjoy it.

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“Memorial Park will speak in the language of bloom and blossom, flower and shrub; it will speak in the language of sheltering trees, nestling greensward, commanding vista and gentle slope. Beautiful as the site is today it is but a beginning, a prophecy of what is to be.”

Area’s Finest Cemetery It was 88 years ago almost to the day, June 1, 1922, that the intent of the founders came to fruition and a modern cemetery, The Toledo Memorial Park and Cemetery Association, was granted its charter by the state of Ohio to insure “That death and the necessary funeral arrangements should be surrounded by as few signs and symbols of mourning as good taste and conventions will permit.” So, from its very onset, the founders were determined to form the idea that a burial ground should be a beautiful park to erect memorials and monuments to the dead along with combining nature’s accent for not only private but semi-public use.”

A special section was set aside from the beginning for veterans of The War Between the States and World War I; Decoration Day today still features military and musical ceremonies. Veterans Memorial Tower, a fitting

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heroic monument stands in honor to local service men and women who died in the services of their country. Surrounding this stone structure, is the space for the burial of soldiers and sailors and any veterans of any war of the United States.

A Memorial Way was planned to guide visitors to their destinations along this main roadway; a marker was placed for each as a memorial to many of the area servicemen who had died in WW1. Trustees had suggested that these bronze markers be evenly spaced at the time the park opened so that next to each marker a stately Norway maple tree could be planted.

Originally, TMP was divided into 21 separate, distinct sections, which flowed gracefully into a natural park. Various sections were chosen to honor traditions of different segments of the Sylvania area’s diverse and quickly expanding community. Even though certain sections were set aside for specific religious or fraternal organizations such as the Moose, Elks, Odd Fellows and Greek Orthodox Church, the park continues to be a complete non-sectarian and non-denominational entity. Other sections were developed to focus on unique sculptural or landscape features.

This institution, a peaceful, familial retreat for generations to come together, has been intentionally designed as a specially selected final resting place to be encompassed in natural beauty and surrounded by tranquility. TMP, under one management, is preserved by perpetual care offering all the alternatives for one to be laid to rest. Each family can choose from the traditional earth burial with lawn level memorials or upright monuments, mausoleum entombment,

crypt, cremation inurement, columbarium, niche or private vault.

Continually Growing To assure the ultimate in adequate facilities, plans continue to be studied. Under consideration are topics such as potential parking, additional roads, new construction and innovative section development. The never-ending care of the grounds places humungous demands on the 25 year-round employees, supplemented in the summer months with 10 temporary gardeners.

Finally, this non-profit organization is governed by a board of trustees who wisely set aside 20 percent from the sale of lots and crypts in trust funds for the future care of the buildings and grounds.

Check Us Out “An invitation to visit Toledo Memorial Park still stands,” Jeff Clegg offered. The average person would never look upon any cemetery as the potential for more than a peaceful retreat. Over 375 years ago Director Bob Garrison said, “ Visitors are welcome at this location even if they have no connection to those buried there. If people want to come out and feed the ducks and look at the fountain or lake, or even have a picnic they are more than welcome.” And Jeff agrees today that the only stipulations are that you behave respectfully, make sure to clean up before you leave, and walk softly, leaving only footprints. “It is our goal to continue to always be a full-service cemetery providing every need for bereaved families, “ Jeff said. Those needs are changing along with contemporary burial practices.

Information provided by www.Toledo Memorial Park.com.

BY RICK COZZA

the toads are toading to beat the band. There are two of them that were about quarter-size when we moved in three years ago, and are now about the size of the palm of your hand.

And they have moved from the previouslysoggy front yard to the back, now that we have gotten it planted and mulched as we had hoped.

We have taken my own advice, and (with the exception of the high-humidity days) have been eating dinner, and a few breakfasts, outside on the deck. And this has given us the opportunity to truly watch the free show that goes on out there, whether we are there to see it or not. The hummingbirds, the bathing robins, the dragonflies, the wonderful song of the wrens. And my favorite cardinal, every morning calling me from the top of the white pine. I say ‘good morning’ to him every morning, as I get the USA Today from the driveway.

We’ve become ‘buds’.

And, by the way, everything has a positive.

The now-dead red maple that previous owners neglected to keep healthy will be replaced by a really cool Weeping Purple Beech tree, a new variety that will get about 30 feet tall in 20 years. That should be long enough for me to enjoy it thoroughly. It is on reserve for me at North Branch Nursery in Pemberville.

So, your trees and shrubs are beginning to finish their spring growth spurts, and will soon begin turning that soft new tissue into woody stems, getting ready for winter. It’s a miraculous cycle that you can truly watch if you do what my daughter now does without thinking . . . she ‘notices everything,’ even well into her 30s. Enjoy your summer.

THE ITALIAN GARDENER What is happening in your garden at the Fourth of July? Well, if my yard is any example, quite a lot, as a matter of fact. I just lost a Red Maple tree this past week, which had been weakened over the past few years by a large root wrapped around the trunk (girdling root), and the really cold weather this winter finally sent it to the ‘great sawmill in the sky’. It had partially leafed out in spring, but then began to succumb, not being able to keep up with its need for food and water. It is now gone.

Our resident House Wrens are starting their second nest in another birdhouse this week.

Apparently they do not like to clean, so they just move when the kids leave the nest, not unlike many of our celebrities. But it has been absolutely wonderful having them around the back yard again this year; their twittering song just fills the day.

Robins are incessantly bathing in our small urn-shaped fountain, to the point where I have to refill the reservoir every two or three days.

But it is quite comical to watch them splash around, and splash the water under their wings and all over. As I used to tell my daughter when she was small, “Notice everything.” Such enjoyment is free. All you have to do is set it up ahead of time by knowing what they need.

Dragonflies are flitting through the back yard all day as well, alighting on the edges of small water sources and on the stone wall across the back. I enjoy words, of course, and ‘flitting’ is a great word. They really do ‘flit.’ And

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14C| SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE | FIRST JULY 2014 Sylvania Area Crime Reports Aggravated Robbery Damario L. Isom, wallet, watch and ring stolen at gun point, 3500 block of Plainview Breaking and Entering Sylvania City Schools, breaking and entering concession shed; fire extinguisher discharged at 4300 block of McCord Rd. L.W. & Family Enterprises, LLC, lock cut, tools stolen from trailer at 4700 block of Towpath Dr. Burglary Fredrick F. Vallongo, two notebook computers stolen at 2500 block of Wilford Rd. Charles A. Robinson, home invasion, jewelry and Xbox stolen at 5300 block of State Line Rd. Vaughn Jackson, bicycle stolen from garage at 2600 block of Sigsher Dr. Criminal Damaging New England Lane Apartments, signs damaged; brick wall damaged at 4800 block of New England Ln. Sisters of St. Francis, trees, Baby Jesus statue and irrigation system damaged at 6800 block of Convent Blvd.

Jennifer L. Shuff, wood screen frames damaged; glasses found at 6700 block of Erie St. Michael A. Cortez, vehicle window smashed at 5800 block of Monroe St. David A. Willard, vehicles damaged by eggs at 8000 block of Shady Oak Ln. Mark A. Schmidt, grass damaged by herbicide at 4000 block of Franklin Dr. Aimee L. Stranyak, vehicle scratched at 5700 block of Summit St. Police Report Contractor fraudulently stolen money, 4900 block of Denbridge Dr. Telecommunications Abuse David W. Steagall, harassing phone calls received at 6400 block of Monroe St. Theft Robert F. Barshel, prescription drugs stolen at 4000 block of Sherwood Forest.

Crystal K. Jones, debit cards and cash stolen at 5200 block of Monroe St. Taylor Cadillac, vehicle stolen at 6100 block of W. Central Ave. Makijo Derkin, Ipad stolen from vehicle at 5000 block of Monroe St. NAPA Auto Parts, tool chest stolen at 6800 block of W. Central Ave. Wendy S. Vischer, Ipad Mini stolen at 6400 block of W. Sylvania Ave. John P. Okapal, credit/debit card stolen at 6600 block of Kingsbridge Dr. Highland Meadows Golf Club, tee flagsticks and markers stolen at 7400 block of Erie St. Rite Aid Pharmacy, over-the-counter drugs stolen at 6400 block of Monroe St. Dave White Corporate, cash stolen at 6400 block of Monroe St. Linda K. Cohen, cash and credit cards stolen at 4700 block of Woodland Ln. Beth A. Hanline, identity theft, 5500 block of Eagle Trace Donna J. LaDuke, identity theft, 4100 block of Newcastle Jessica L. Anderson, tablet and check stolen at 4800 block of Woodland Ln. Rachelle R. Carter, jewelry stolen at 7500 block of Brint Dave White Acura, license plates stolen from vehicle at 5800 block of Monroe St. Kroger Co., box of wine stolen at 6200 block of Monroe Rita Fender, misuse of credit card, 6400 block of Monroe Xiao Lu, car radio stolen from vehicle at 6000 block of Durbin Rd. James P. Hedge, cash stolen at 4800 block of Marble Cliff Blvd.

Rite Aid Pharmacy, merchandise stolen at 6400 block of Monroe St. Robert J. Delon, jewelry and cell phone stolen from vehicle at 5800 block of Black Swan Dr. Jesse L. Morris, identity theft.

Dana Ileiv, watch stolen at 2800 block of N. HollandSylvania Rd. Meijer, merchandise stolen at 7200 block of W. Central Wal-Mart, TV stolen at 5800 block of W. Central Ave. Brandi Allen, apartment door broken at 2600 block of Westmar Ct. Meijer, trading cards stolen at 7200 block of W. Central Richard LaValley, Jr., backpack, wallet with cash, watch

stolen at 2800 block of N. Reynolds Rd. Rodney L. Schmidt, misuse of ATM, 3300 block of Herr Brad Maison, weed whacker stolen at 5000 block of Inland Dr. Andrew I. Okuley, wallet with gift cards stolen from vehicle at 3600 block of Wild Pheasant Dr. Steven P. Forrest, vehicle window broken, GPS stolen at 2500 block of Wilford Dr. Affordable Stump Removal, money collected, equipment used without company approval, 2600 block of Haeysler From the Court Animal Violation Michael J. McNutt, 401 Church St., Swanton, $500 fine, costs, 135 days jail, 120 days susp., counseling, restitution.

Contempt of Court Joshua E. Schnabel, 10248 Five Point Rd., Perrysburg, $200 fine, costs, 30 days jail.

Jamel Z. White, 5875 N. Yermo, # E10, Toledo, $250 fine, costs, 30 days jail.

Criminal Trespass Richele L. Johnson, 4131 Secor Rd., # 214, Toledo, $250 fine, costs, 30 days jail, 27 days susp., counseling, drug screening.

Disorderly Conduct Peter W. Clark, 4700 Richfield Center, Berkey, $250 fine, costs, 30 days jail, 27 days susp..

Jason H. Growden, 5909 Midwest Ave., Toledo, $250 fine, costs, 30 days jail, 30 days susp., 32 hours community service, drug screening.

Debra A. Deal, 1900 Park St., Findlay, $400 fine, costs, 180 days jail, 140 days susp., off limits Menard’s.

David S. Frost, 7651 Covert Rd., Toledo, $250 fine, costs, 30 days jail, 30 days susp., drug screening.

Rickesha Thomas, 740 Dryden, Toledo, $250 fine, costs, 30 days jail, 30 days susp., 80 hours community service, counseling.

Andrea M. Cheno, 655 Curtis St., Toledo, $250 fine, costs, $250 fine, costs, 30 days jail, 29 days susp., counseling.

Sharonda Y. Brown, 1018 Jefferson Ave., # 502, Toledo, $250 fine, costs, 30 days jail, 15 days susp., counseling, drug screening.

Nicole F. Rayner, 5033 Borland, Sylvania, $250 fine, costs, 30 days jail, 30 days susp., 24 hours community service, counseling, drug screening.

Michael W. Knowles, 1513 Nevada St., Toledo, $200 fine, costs, 30 days jail, 30 days susp., 64 hours community service.

Justine R. Bower, 5039 Arbor Way, Sylvania, $250 fine, costs, 30 days jail, 30 days susp., drug screening.

Domestic Violence Tyrell A. Smithy, 109 San Rafael Ave., Toledo, $250 fine, costs, 30 days jail, 14 days susp., counseling.

Daniel E. Shoupe, 6733 Handy Ln., Sylvania, $350 fine, costs, 180 days jail, 165 days susp., counseling, 90 days SCRAM unit, 80 hours community service.

Driving Under the Influence Robert O. Nutt, III, 7518 Howard, New Port, Mich., $450 fine, costs, 54 days jail, 40 days susp., license susp. one year, counseling.

Mikael S. Brownlow, 4615 Holland-Sylvania Rd., # 3, Toledo, $450 fine, costs, 33 days jail, 30 days susp., license susp. 180 days.

Tommie J. Cadwell, 4001 Station Rd., Blissfield, $550 fine, costs, 69 days jail, 60 days susp., license susp. 10 months.

Vincent L. Johnson, 2015 N. McCord Rd., # 50, Toledo, $450 fine, costs, 36 days jail, 30 days susp., license susp. 180 days w/ limited privileges, drug screening.

Stephen B. Walker, 750 S. McCord Rd., # 115, Holland, $450 fine, costs, 33 days jail, 30 days susp., license susp. 180 days.

Peter J. Clark, 4700 Richfield Center, Berkey, $825 fine, costs, 10 days jail, 36 days E.H.M.U., license susp. 18 months.

Lewis E. Williams, II, 1865 Sherborn St., Holland, $1050 fine, costs, six days jail, 24 days work release, license susp. two years w/ limited privileges.

James M. Wallace, 6633 W. Bancroft St., No. 131Q, Toledo, $950 fine, costs, six days jail, 14 days work release, 36 days E.H.M.U. Douglas T. Burton, 6630 Nebraska Ave., Toledo, $500 fine, costs, 43 days jail, 40 days susp., license susp. nine months w/ limited privileges.

Brittany L. Ray, 6143 Everwood, Toledo, $450 fine, costs, 23 days jail, 20 days susp., license susp. 180 days w/ limited privileges.

Melissa L. Lowery, 1907 Key St., # 1, Maumee, $450 fine, costs, 17 days jail, 14 days susp., license susp.

180 days, drug screening.

Tyler D. Stalker, 4646 Naomi Dr., Toledo, $450 fine, costs, 96 days jail, 90 days susp., license susp. 180 days, restitution, drug screening.

Michael C. Putz, 2342 Plum Leaf Ln., Toledo, $450 fine, costs, 63 days jail, 60 days susp., license susp. 180 days, AA meetings, active reporting.

Erin L. Barrett, 420 Wilkshire Dr., Waterville, $450 fine, costs, 33 days jail, 30 days susp., license susp. 180 days w/ limited privileges.

Marcia A. Kennedy, 305 Dodge St., # 6, Swanton, $1000 fine, costs, six days jail, 20 days work release, 36 days E.H.M.U., license susp. two years, counseling, AA meetings, drug screening.

Timothy D. Kruse, 10911 Old State Line Rd., Swanton, $450 fine, costs, 33 days jail, 30 days susp., license susp. 180 days w/ limited privileges.

Michael S. Myer, 6813 Convent Blvd., Sylvania, $575 fine, costs, 46 days jail, 40 days susp., license susp. nine months.

Cassidy M. Webber, 4525 Carskaddon Ave., Toledo, $450 fine, costs, 33 days jail, 30 days susp., license susp. 180 days.

Ricky K. Hightower, 3311 Blackstone, Toledo, $450 fine, costs, 33 days jail, 30 days susp., license susp.

180 days w/ limited privileges.

Kevin M. Callaway, 2015 N. McCord Rd., # 139, Toledo, $450 fine, costs, 36 days jail, 30 days susp., license susp. 180 days w/ limited privileges, counseling.

Jennifer L. Sutter, 8505 Augusta Ln., Holland, $900 fine, costs, 102 days jail, 90 days susp., license susp. 16 months.

Tyler C. Ammons, 7651 Baldwin, Holland, $450 fine, costs, 33 days jail, 30 days susp., license susp. 180 days.

Donald L. Cheff, Jr., 5345 Rector, Toledo, $1200 fine, costs, 40 days jail, 36 days E.H.M.U., license susp. three years, 90 days immobilization.

Kimberly A. Martin, 326 Pine Valley Rd., Holland, $425 fine, costs, 39 days jail, 30 days susp., license susp. one year w/ limited privileges.

John P. Scott, 245 N. Summit St., # 1105, Toledo, $450 fine, costs, 30 days jail, 24 days susp., license susp.

180 days.

William V. Kiser, II, 3242 Mona Ln., Toledo, $450 fine, costs, 17 days jail, 13 days susp., license susp. 360 days.

Michael J. Smothers, 2242 Richmand Dr., Northwood, $450 fine, costs, 30 days jail, 27 days susp., license susp. 180 days w/ limited privileges.

Joshua J. Kleinert, 5615 Elliott Dr., Sylvania, $450 fine, costs, 33 days jail, 30 days susp., license susp. 180 days w/ limited privileges, drug screening.

Gregg L. Keim, 5730 Sun Valley Blvd., Sylvania, $1400 fine, costs, 180 days jail, 110 days susp., license susp. three years, 90 days immobilization.

Adam T. Cousino, 17468 Wapakoneta, No. 51, Grand Rapids, $1100 fine, costs 60 days jail, 36 days E.H.M.U., license susp. 16 months w/ limited privileges, 90 days immobilization.

Daniel J. Hess, 2135 Country Trace Ln., No. 18, Toledo, $925 fine, costs, 75 days jail, 60 days susp., license susp. 16 months w/ limited privileges.

Drug Abuse Brandon A. Garcia, 5714 Nebraska Ave., Toledo, $600 fine, costs, 150 days jail, 150 days susp., 80 hours community service, drug screening.

Drug Paraphernalia Brandon L. Hasty, 1506 Watova, Toledo, $250 fine, costs, 30 days jail, 30 days susp., drug screening.

Drug Possession James D. Wilson, 620 Airport Hwy., Toledo, $500 fine, costs, 180 days jail, 150 days susp., counseling, drug screening.

Amanda G. Harris, 2687 Wimbleton Park Blvd., Toledo, $500 fine, costs, 151 days jail, 150 days susp., counseling, 48 hours community service, drug screening.

Shanice N. Cosper, 14 Southard, # 205, Toledo, $350 fine, costs, 120 days jail, 120 days susp., drug screening.

Forgery Jessica J. Drinkwater, 1961 Rhode Island, Holland, $250 fine, costs, 88 days jail, 80 days susp., counseling, restitution, drug screening.

Identity Fraud Lydia S. Loth, 821 Dorcas St., Holland $300 fine, costs, 180 days jail, 169 days susp., 48 hours community service, restitution, drug screening.

Leaving the Scene Adrian M. Goldsmith, 6580 Geiger Rd., Ida, Mich., $350 fine, costs, 45 days jail, 45 days susp., 80 hours community service.

Menacing Nikita N. Jones, 6962 Oakfield Dr., Toledo, $250 fine, costs, 30 days jail, 26 days susp., restitution.

No Operator’s License Michael R. Cheney, 23535 W. S.R. 65, Grand Rapids, $250 fine, costs, 30 days jail, 30 days susp..

Lashonda M. Washington, 1126 Indiana Ave., Toledo, $175 fine, costs, 30 days jail, 30 days susp., 20 hours community service.

Jaymond R. Palacio, 1443 Prospect Ave., Toledo, $400 fine, costs, 45 days jail, 30 days susp..

Shawn A. Lapoint, 7519 Dorr St., No. 226, Toledo, $350 fine, costs, 10 days E.H.M.U., 120 hours community service.

Steven A. Silvernail, 8052 Airport Hwy., Holland, $325 fine, costs, 30 days jail, 30 days susp., 120 hours community service.

Alex Scott, 1901 South Ave., Toledo, $225 fine, costs, 30 days jail, 30 days susp., 80 hours community service.

Tamika L. Esmond, 1447 Walbridge, Toledo, $475 fine, costs, 39 days jail, 30 days susp., 80 hours community service. Joshua J. Wheeler, 10147 Maumee-Western Rd., Monclova, $275 fine, costs, 30 days jail, 30 days susp., 40 hours community service.

Eric L. Massie, 950 Western Ave., Apt. C., Toledo, $450 fine, costs, 36 days jail, 30 days susp., 120 hours community service.

Johnathan L. Mays, 3603 Anderson Pkwy., Toledo, $375 fine, costs, 40 days jail, 40 days susp., 180 hours

community service, restitution.

Bryan L. Legech, 953 Francis Ave., Toledo, $250 fine, costs, 65 days jail, 60 days susp., counseling.

Lanette A. Miltz, 1721 N. Michigan St., Toledo, $275 fine, costs, 30 days jail, 30 days susp., 120 hours community service.

Obstruction Terrence A. Wittscheck, 2784 U.S. 20, Metamora, $250 fine, costs, 41 days jail, 30 days susp..

Kirsten R. Gedert, 6476 C.R. 2, Swanton, $300 fine, costs, 90 days jail, 89 days susp., 200 hours community service.

Receiving Stolen Property Lakisha E. Vessel, 1047 Norwood Ave., Toledo, $350 fine, costs, 180 days jail, 150 days susp., counseling.

Reckless Operation Alexandria L. Lulfs, 14200 C.R. 2, Swanton, $100 fine, costs, 30 days jail, 27 days susp., license susp. six months.

Kelli A. Lozier, 2314 Gibley Park, Toledo, $100 fine, costs, 30 days jail, 27 days susp., license susp. 180 days.

Brittany J. Buck, 412 Walnut St., Findlay, $250 fine, costs, 30 days jail, 15 days susp., license susp. three years,.

Rudy M. Vaquera, 12980 Luick Dr., Chelsea, Mich., $100 fine, costs, 30 days jail, 24 days susp., license susp. 18 months.

Theft Elwood A. King, 1132 Upton Ave., Toledo, $250, costs, 90 days jail, 60 days susp., counseling, drug screening.

Elwood A. King, 1132 Upton Ave., Toledo, $250 fine, costs, 90 days jail, 60 days susp., counseling, drug screening.

David A. Shanks, Jr., 5671 Greenridge, Toledo, $250 fine, costs, 45 days jail, 45 days susp., restitution.

Tabetha J. Pasler, 3024 Northwood Ave., Toledo, $350 fine, costs, 90 days jail, 80 days susp., counseling, restitution, drug screening.

Javonte K. Odom, 2127 Joffre Ave., Toledo, $250 fine, costs, 66 days jail, 60 days susp., drug screening.

Richele L. Johnson, 4131 Secor Rd., # 214, Toledo, $250 fine, costs, 90 days jail, 87 days susp., counseling, restitution, drug screening.

Nicole R. Cooper, 219 W. Washington, Napoleon, $350 fine, costs, 90 days jail, 60 days susp., counseling, drug screening.

Robert C. Moore, 11 Greenwood, Toledo, $350 fine, costs, 73 days jail, 70 days susp., 32 hours community service.

Terrence A. Wittscheck, 2784 U.S. 20, Metamora, $250 fine, costs, 71 days jail, 60 days susp., restitution.

Megan R. Vierling, 1011 Rochelle, Toledo, $350 fine, costs, 61 days jail, 60 days susp., 323 hours community service, restitution.

Van L. Hicks, 289 Walbridge Ave., Lower, Toledo, $300 fine costs, 72 hours community service, restitution.

Alfredo Jaso, 1952 Idaho, Toledo, $350 fine, costs, 90 days jail, 55 days susp., counseling.

Keith Berry, 1411 Waverly Rd., Toledo, $300 fine, costs, 90 days jail, 82 days susp.

Brittany M. Walsh, 944 Woodsdale, Toledo, $250 fine, costs, 90 days jail, 86 days susp., restitution, counseling, drug screening.

Kari J. Gibson, 7122 Springfield, Holland, $300 fine, costs, 180 days jail, 150 days susp., counseling, drug screening.

Angela M. Simon, 5841 Dorr St., # 4, Toledo, $350 fine, costs, 90 days jail, 72 days susp., counseling, drug screening.

Jessica J. Drinkwater, 1961 Rhode Island, Holland, $250 fine, costs, 84 days jail, 80 days susp., counseling, drug screening.

Nicole M. Smith, 3313 Warner Ave., Toledo, $250 fine, costs, 90 days jail, 84 days susp., drug screening.

Nicole M. Smith, 3313 Warner Ave., Toledo, $250 fine, costs, 90 days jail, 81 days susp., drug screening.

Lakisha E. Vessel, 1047 Norwood Ave., Toledo, $400 fine, costs, 180 days jail, 150 days susp., counseling, restitution.

Unauthorized Use of Property Elwood A. King, 1132 Upton Ave., Toledo, $250 fine, costs, 30 days jail, 27 days susp., counseling, drug screening.

Jonathan X. Williams, 1116 Montrose Ave., Toledo, $250 fine, costs, 30 days jail, 20 days susp., drug screening.

Nicole R. Huill, 219 W. Washington St., Napoleon, $250 fine, costs, 30 days jail, 25 days susp., counseling, restitution, drug screening.

Gregory K. Crawford, 705 Holly Ln., Delta, $250 fine, costs, 30 days jail, 30 days susp., 80 hours community service.

Sharonda Y. Brown, 1018 Jefferson, # 502, Toledo, $250 fine, costs, 30 days jail, 22 days susp., , counseling, drug screening.

Ataisia D. Hollis, 1832 Cone St., Toledo, $200 fine, costs, 30 days jail, 28 days susp., restitution.

Nicole F. Rayner, 5033 Borland, Sylvania, $250 fine, costs, 30 days jail, 30 days susp., 24 hours community service, counseling, drug screening.

Renyssa N. Gray, 1330 Brookview Dr., # 4, Toledo, $250 fine, costs, 72 hours community service, restitution.

Justine R. Bower, 5039 Arbor Way, Sylvania, $250 fine, costs, 30 days jail, 19 days susp., restitution, drug screening.

James A. Douglas, 4816 Woodland, Sylvania, $200 fine, costs, 30 days jail, 30 days susp., 40 hours community service, restitution.

Rashae M. Jett, 441 Southgate Circle, Toledo, $250 fine, costs, 10 days E.H.M.U., 32 hours community service.

Shanice N. Cosper, 14 Southard, # 205, Toledo, $250 fine, costs, 30 days jail, 30 days susp., 32 hours community service, drug screening.

Devin R. Melman, 2150 Melwood Ave., Toledo, $200 fine, costs, 30 days jail, 30 days susp., 32 hours community service.

Underage Alcohol Violation Kyle A. Bowlby, 6452 Millbrook Rd., Maumee, $250 fine, costs, 30 days jail, 30 days susp., 32 hours community service.

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