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Milestone Honoree Marianne Ballas of was named a YWCA Milestone: A Tribute to Women, honoree for business

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Lourdes Class Teams With SAFS for Hands-On Experience Dr. Patricia Galdeen's January Session Project Management class worked with Sylvania Area Family Services to develop projects they could successfully create, implement and close during their two-week class, which concluded Jan. 17.

“Because of the snowstorm, we lost the first two days of class time,” Dr. Galdeen reported. “So we had even less time for our projects.”

Sylvania Area Family Services Executive Director Jason Robertson described the services

provided by SAFS and detailed the needs of the agency for the class.

“We decided to put together a project to help replenish the food pantry,” explained Matt Johnstone who serves as project manager for the nonperishable food drive. “We knew we did not have much time so we decided to do something that would be quick, simple and make an impact.

We chose to supplement the food pantry, a program that is already in place.”

STUDENTS HONORED AT RECEPTION

Fund Raiser Dave and Kathleen WaldieMierzwiak introduce Achiga at ‘Home Is Where the Heart Is,’ held at Olander on Jan. 10.

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The artwork submitted by Sylvan students Alison Addington, Emily Knapp and Emma Jurski of Sylvan Elementary School was chosen to be made into banners for downtown Sylvania. The three students were honored and all of the Sylvan students’ entries were on display at a reception in the Hudson Gallery on Saturday, Jan. 18.

Snow Sensations Sylvanians Blake and Reese Lambert prepare to head out for some winter fun.

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When the Sylvania Community Arts Commission proposed a contest offering students the opportunity to design banners for downtown Sylvania, Sylvan art teacher Julia Koralewski embraced the idea. She encouraged her fourth and fifth grade-students to imagine and execute a design for the banner project sponsored

by Republic Service.

Those designs were submitted and a panel of judges, including Scott and Barbara Hudson and Katie Cappellini, selected the three designs pictured above, which were made into banners that are on display throughout downtown Sylvania.

The Hudsons hosted a reception for the participating students and their families on Saturday, Jan. 18.

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Two groups formed to meet this goal. One group, led by Johnstone, made contact with several local grocers to gain permission to place nonperishable food collection boxes in their stores. Jim Sautter of Sautter's Market agreed and boxes were put in place beginning Jan. 11. “While grocers were willing to help, we wanted to make this more of a community-wide endeavor to help raise awareness for Sylvania Area Family Services,” Johnstone said.

“This class really came together around the concept and these students each grabbed ahold of what interested them most,” Dr. Galdeen said.

The group placed donation containers in 11 different businesses throughout the Sylvania area. They also received a monetary donation and a matching gift of the final amount to accumulate $180 total. Although the group did not reach its goal of $250, they are very happy with what was accomplished and learned through this project.

“The Sylvania community was very welcoming and excited to participate in helping the Sylvania Area Family Services, which made our project a joy to work on rather than a difficult task,” said Matt Ohelers. We are very thankful for the opportunity Dr. Galdeen, Lourdes University, Sylvania Area Family Services, and the Sylvania community gave us to put LOURDES TEAMS WITH SAFS TO 4B

Call for Artists for Maple and Main Art Fair The Sylvania Community Arts Commission (SCAC), in cooperation with the Sylvania Area Chamber of Commerce, presents the annual Maple and Main Art Fair.

Artists are invited to submit entries to this one-of-a kind juried art fair in historic downtown Sylvania. The art fair, in its third year, is located at Maplewood and Main streets with a live music stage filled with musical performances, local food and libations.

This year’s show will run two days beginning Saturday, May 31 through Sunday, June 1. Exhibition hours are from 11 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Saturday and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, rain or shine.

Awards include Best of Show $1,000, First Place $500, Second Place $300, Third Place $200 and two Honorable Mention awards of $100 each. Deadline for entries is March 31.

All artists will be notified by email on or before April 15. Artists will be charged a $25 jury fee at application and $180 for the booth.

To submit entries, go to w w w. z a p p l i c a t i o n . o r g / e v e n t - i n f o public.php?fair_id=3071 or search Maple and Main at www.zapplication.com.

For questions about the SCAC or the Maple and Main Art Fair, please contact Jennifer Archer, Executive Director at 419/517-0118 or email sylvaniaarts@bex.net.

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Emily Clark and Chris Zunk were united in marriage on Dec. 21, 2013, at Nazareth Hall in Grand Rapids, Ohio. The bride is the daughter of Gale and Mark Clark of Sylvania. She is a 2011 graduate of Southview and is a student at The University of Toledo, majoring in art education. The groom is the son of Terry and Joan Zunk of Sylvania. He is a 2009 graduate of St. Francis De Sales High School and is a student at Lourdes University majoring in healthcare administration. Rachel Fitzpatrick, friend of the bride, served as the maid of honor.

Bridesmaids included Michelle Clark, sister of the bride, Sarah Briddell, cousin of the bride and Caitlin Zunk, sister of the groom. Eric Brown, friend of the groom, was the best man with Andy Clark, brother of the bride, Eric Muneio and Bryan Swint, serving as groomsmen. Chris Ewry and Ryan Schwab served as ushers. The couple resides in Sylvania.

New Arrival

Hope Lynn Moody, daughter of Rob and Emily Moody, was welcomed by her parents on Jan. 2 at 11:47 p.m. She was 19.5 inches long and weighted 7 pounds 4 ounces.

Her maternal grandparents are Dave and Karen Zolg. Mrs. Moody is a partner of JEM Photography in Haymarket Square.

Milestone Honoree

Marianne Ballas was named a Milestone honoree for business at the Jan. 9 YWCA of Northwest Ohio press conference announcing the 19th annual ‘Milestones: A Tribute to Woman’ class. Other honorees include Leslie Adams, Arts, Susan Martyn, Education, Sonia Najjar, Sciences, Barbara Eikost, Volunteerism, Vallie Bowman-English, Government and Kim Sidwell, Social Services. The 2014 YWCA ‘Milestones: A Tribute to Women’ awards luncheon will be held March 13 at the SeaGate Convention Centre.

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Wildwood Offers Night of Mystery

Arlene Wallace enjoyed a night of mystery at the Manor House located on the grounds of Wildwood Preserve Metropark Friday, Jan. 17.

Lauren and Michael Warden felt the Manor House was an ideal setting for the evening of interactive mystery and intrigue.

L-R: Tammy Leaders, Monica Flory and Rhonda Bockelman sported 1920s’ style at the event.

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Dancers Attend Master Class

L-R: Madeline Maloney, Cassie Scouten, Bianca Oliver, Rebecca Eppard and Hannah Pruiett, students from the Cassandra School of Ballet, attended a Master Class where they were trained by an instructor/performer of the Moscow Festival Ballet Company at the Valentine Theatre Jan. 10.

A Tribute to Eddie Boggs The Sylvania community has been very blessed to have had Eddie Boggs in its midst. Thanks to his talent, charm, generosity of spirit, effusive manner, warm smile and sense of wonder, he made a day that much brighter for everyone he encountered. For as long as most of us can remember, Eddie Boggs was a name synonymous with entertainment from the Sleepy Hollow picnics to parties at Highland Meadows to regular gigs at all of the local establishments throughout the region, singing original songs along with all the popular tunes of the day.

Over the years, he was able to parlay a working relationship with other local entertainers to create several large productions featuring local talent in his “Old Fashioned Christmas Show,” which ran for several years and raised thousands

of dollars for local charities. He also organized a New Year’s Eve family-friendly First Light for Sylvania with local entertainers performing at several downtown Sylvania venues.

The sounds of Eddie Boggs were also present during many Sylvania happenings from the annual Arbor Day celebration, where he featured an original song just for the event, and the River Ball Race to the annual Fall Festival where he was the Master of Ceremonies.

He was awarded an Educator of the Year award in 2005 for his work as a teacher and counselor in the Sylvania Schools.

But, best of all, he was a generous, kind and humble man who was a friend to all he met. We are better people just from having known Eddie Boggs. He will certainly be missed! SL

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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 419/865-8848 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.

If you have lost a pet, or know someone that has that might benefit from the meeting, please stop by. For details or more information call 419/885-4421.

TOPS Meets on Tuesdays The Ohio chapter 1961 of TOPS (Take off Pounds Sensibly) holds it regular meeting on Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. at King of Glory Lutheran Church, 6517 Brint Rd. Visitors who desire a fun and diverse method to lose weight and keep it off are

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welcome. International yearly dues are $28 and local monthly dues are $5.

Community Prayer Nights St. Stephen Lutheran Church, 7800 Erie St. in Sylvania, is open for community prayer the first and third Wednesday evenings of each month (excluding holidays) from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Call 419/885-1551 for more information 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. Are you having trouble controlling the way you eat? Are you severely overweight, underweight, bulimic or obsessed with food or weight? Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous (FA) offers help and hope. Contact Joyce at 419/6991007, 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 419/882-0048.

Jan. 23 TAARS January Meeting The Toledo Area Aboriginal Research Society will host guest speaker Jack Mayer, who will talk about ‘The Swan Creek Story: What Swan Creek was like before becoming a Metropark’ at 7 p.m. in the Manor House, Wildwood Metropark, 5100 W. Central Ave. Mayer has been a member of the Volunteer Trail Patrol for the Metroparks

of the Toledo Area for the past 10 years. Contact: Kathi Sund at randksund@aol.com or 419/893-4213.

‘Casablanca’ is $5; full bar available as well as $2 popcorn. Call 419/242-2787 for more information or visit valentinetheatre.com.

Social Media and Kids Kate Fineske, a staff member of the National Association of Mothers’ Centers, will share the advantages and disadvantages of allowing kids to use social media and privacy settings available to help parents maintain some control and safety. Free and open to the public. Presentation is geared toward parents of middle school students and below, but all are welcome. The event is sponsored by the Mothers’ Center of Greater Toledo and will be held from 78 p.m. at the Sylvania Branch Library, 6749 Monroe St. For more information email katef@motherscenter.org.

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‘Oh! Groundhog!’

‘Oh! Groundhog!’ will be held at Wildwood Preserve Metropark, 5100 W. Central Ave. at 2 p.m. in the Metroparks Hall. Get out of the winter blues with this family event. Will the groundhog see his shadow? Plenty of activities, humorous weather lore and a visit to Wildwood Willie’s meadow habitat are part of the fun. Call 419/407-9700 or visit metroparkstoledo.com.

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Casablanca Have an ‘old school’ night out at the movies at the Valentine Theatre, 410 Adams St. in Toledo at 7:30 p.m.

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Sylvania Senior Center Jan./Feb. Programs The Senior Center hours of operation: Monday 8am-5pm, Tuesday 8am-7:30pm, Wednesday-Friday 8am-5pm 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 1/22 1/23 1/24 1/27 1/28 1/29 1/30 1/31 2/3

Ceramics: Wed 9-11:00, weekly Pinochle: Wed 12:30-3:30, weekly Podiatrist: by appointment Jazzercise: Mon, Wed & Fri 9-10:00, Tue & Thu 8:30-9:30; weekly Sunrise Ladies Group: 4th Mon, 9:3010:30, monthly Cinema Studies Series with Dr. Jan Wahl: Tue 5:30-7:30 Writer’s Group: Wed 1-3:00, weekly Poker: Thu 12-4:00 Bingo: Mon & Thu 1-3:00, weekly Timed Euchre: Mon & Fri, 12:302:30, weekly Quilting & Sewing: Mon, Tue & Thu 8-12; weekly

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Strength Training: Mon & Thu 10-11, weekly* Mahjongg: Mon 12:30-4:30, weekly Art Studio Class: Tue & Fri 9-11, weekly* Blood Pressure Clinic: 1st Tue 8:30-12, 1:30-4, monthly Bunco: 1st & 3rd Tue 1-3, monthly Natural Geographic Documentary: 5:30-6:30 Oil Painting: Wed 1-3:00, weekly* Investment Club, 1st Wed, 1:302:30, monthly Duplicate Bridge: Thu 1-4:00, weekly Knitting & Crocheting: Wed 9-11, Fri 2-4, 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 Feb. 6-9 Rock of Ages ‘Rock of Ages’ will be playing at the Stranahan Theater, 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd. in Toledo. The Tony Award®-nominated hit musical is a hilarious, feel-good love story. The love story is told through the hits of Journey, Styx, REO Speedwagon, Pat Benetar and many more. Times vary.

Call 419/381-8851 or visit theaterleague.com/toledo/rock-of-ages for additional information or to purchase tickets.

Feb. 7 and 8 Amadeus in Concert ‘Amadeus in Concert’ will be presented at the Toledo Museum of Art Peristyle, 2445 Monroe St., at 8 p.m.

Stefan Sanderling conducts and Cornel Gabara directs this must-see performance that fuses the words of the Peter Shaffer play with the music from the Academy Award-winning film, ‘Amadeus.’ Contact 419/2468000, email toledosymphony@toledosymphony.com or visit toledosymphony.com.

Feb. 8 - Feb. 14 Scientific Sweetness Imagination Station, One Discovery Way in Toledo, presents Scientific Sweetness in celebration of Valentine’s Day from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sink your teeth into the delicious world of sugar.

Taste how sweet science can be. You

won’t want to miss these sweet family activities. Call 419/244-2674 or visit imaginationstationtoledo.org for additional information.

Feb. 14

Women’s Connection West Sylvania Women’s Connection West’s next luncheon will feature Beth Wong, Licensed Social Worker from the Alzheimer Association of Northwest Ohio, whose topic is ’Keep Your Thinker Thinking: How Lifestyle Choices Affect Brain Health.’ Karen Burkhart, of Columbus, is the special speaker who will share on ‘Breaking up with Approval Seeking.’ The event is at Highland Meadows Golf Club, 7455 Erie St., from 11:15 a.m. to 1:15 p.m.

The cost is $13. For reservation and complimentary childcare call 419/5355853 orwcw_sylvania@hotmail.com by Monday, Feb. 10.

Feb. 14 Passionate in Purple Luncheon and Fashion Show The Victory Center, a nonprofit organization that assists cancer patients and their families, presents its seventh annual luncheon and style show, Passionate in Purple, at the Hilton Garden Inn, 6150 Levis Commons Blvd. in Perrysburg at 11 a.m. Over 500 guests will enjoy beautiful raffle baskets, a luncheon and style show.

Contact Lora at 419/531-7600 to purchase tickets. Tickets are $40.

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‘Go Hollywood’ to Benefit Toledo Northwestern Ohio Food Bank

earts of Fire-Feed the Desire” will be held Feb. 15 at Highland Meadows Country Club, located at 7455 Erie St. in Sylvania, at 6 p.m. Surround yourself in 1940’s Hollywood glamour while dancing to the sounds of the KGB Band.

A silent auction, raffle, dinner, and cash bar are included in the fun. The event is the perfect place to put a little “fire” in

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your Valentine’s Day weekend while helping feed those in need in the community.

Hollywood attire is optional.

Proceeds will benefit the Toledo Northwestern Ohio Food Bank. Corporate tables of ten are available for $500. Tickets are $50 per person if ordered before Feb. 8 and $60 per person at the door. Tickets can be purchased by calling 419/242-5000 or online at toledofoodbank.org.

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Toledo Opera’s ‘Ladies in Red’ Toledo Opera will continue its 20132014 season with a gala performance, ‘Ladies in Red,’ featuring five opera divas including Sylvanian Elizabeth Baldwin along with Audrey Babcock, Amy Yekel, Jennifer Rowley and Sarah Jane McMahon at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Feb.16. at 2 p.m. at the Valentine Theatre. James Meena and Robert Mirakian, in his Toledo Opera debut, will conduct the ladies and the Toledo Symphony Orchestra in a program of favorite arias from celebrated roles.

Before the Friday performance there will be a benefit dinner, supporting Toledo Opera, featuring live music from the Toledo Symphony Quartet and catering

by Prestige. After the performance, the audience will be invited to enjoy an evening of dancing to Hepcat Revival in the Valentine Theatre’s lobbies.

Following the performance on Sunday, there will be a second benefit dinner supporting Toledo Opera at the Real Seafood, Co. Single tickets for ‘Ladies in Red’ can be purchased from the Toledo Opera’s website (www.toledoopera.org) and via the Opera box office (419-255-7464).

The Big Give The Gretchen Gotthart Skeldon Fund (GGSF) presents the fourth annual ‘Big Give’ event at Burger Bar 419, 5215 Monroe St., at 6 p.m. Grab a drink and yummy Burger Bar 419 treats.

The Watermelon Men will be playing live. In addition to the fun, the GGSF will be presenting checks to the 2014 award recipients. Cash bar, dinner snacks provided. A $5 cover donation is suggested.

Feb. 22 Second City The Valentine Theatre, 410 Adams St. in Toledo, presents ‘Second City’ featuring scripted and improvisational comedy sketches by comedy stars in the making at 8 p.m. Audiences will enjoy being part of the show and playing along with the next generation of comic legends. Many of comedy’s brightest stars including Tina Fey, Stephen Colbert, Amy Poehler and Bill Murray were once part of the Second City Touring Company. Call 419/242-2787 for ticket information or visit valentinetheatre.com.

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Military veterinarian offers seminar; open house set Dr. Tiffany Cole, a.k.a. Captain Cole, U.S Army, will present a client seminar Monday Feb. 17 at 6 p.m. at SylvaniaVet, 4801 N. Holland-Sylvania Rd. She will explain how the army uses the skills of a veterinary professional. There will be snacks and door prizes for all who attend Dr. Cole’s seminar. This would be a great meeting for a high school or college student interested in a career in veterinary medi-

cine. There is no cost for the seminar but reservations are needed and can be made by calling 419/885-4421.

Celebrating Fortieth Anniversary In March 1974, Sylvania Veterinary Hospital opened its door at 6622 Monroe St. to its first clients. The outside of the building was not yet completed and finishing touches were still being done in Dr. Bob Esplin’s 2,250-squarefoot first hospital. Everyone had to enter through the rear door and use a bail of straw as a step.

Forty years later, Dr. Esplin and his staff are celebrating this milestone as well as the first 10 years at 4801 N. Holland-Sylvania Road. The growth of SylvaniaVET from the first case seen to the now 11,000 active clients in the 16,000square-foot hospital reflects Dr. Esplin’s and his staff’s commitment to quality medicine and customer service.

Look for details on the open house planned for March 30, from 12-4 p.m.

Items needed for S.A.V.E. Bake Sale Bake sale “goodies” are needed for the Feb. 11 S.A.V.E. Bake Sale & Raffle. All proceeds go towards Lourdes Summer Camp programs.

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Help Save the Safe!

BY PAM ROHRBACHER Be a part of Sylvania History. Help Save the Safe! The Sylvania Area Historical Society and the Sylvania Historical Village need your help to preserve the original village safe. We would love to display this great piece of history to the public, but, unfortunately, due to its condition, extensive restoration work is needed, to the tune of about $2,500.

The safe was manufactured by the Pixley Safe Company of Toledo in the late 1890s.

In 1919, the village was looking to purchase a safe, and attempted a deal with the Lucas County Court House to buy its old safe.

The deal fell through when the county commissioners, claiming that it was the oldest safe in Lucas County and had historical significance, refused to allow the sale.

In 1922, the Pixley Safe Co. sent a receipt to the village for the purchase of a safe. In 1939, the Sylvania Village Council minutes record that it was agreed upon to sell the safe to the Masonic Temple for the sum of $25. In the years since, the safe has been

housed at the Temple, and eventually was given back to Sylvania. It is now in storage on the Historic Village property.

Why restore the safe? Why not leave it in its current condition? In a word: rust. Rust is destroying some exposed areas of the safe, especially the edges of the door, the exterior surface, and the wheels. Once sandblasted, the surface can be restored to its original texture, and some internal repairs can be made. The goal is to get the safe to look just like it did when it was used by the village. The safe will then be housed in the Train Depot on the grounds of the Historic Village, where it will be available for the public to view and enjoy.

To donate, send your contribution to the Sylvania Historical Society in care of Treasurer at 5717 N. Main St., Sylvania, Ohio 43560.

The Sylvania Area Historical Society will meet on Jan. 22, at 7 p.m. Learn more: www.sylvaniahistory.org or 419/318.9632.

Written by Pamela J. Rohrbacher, B.A., vice president, SAHS, with many thanks to Gayleen Gindy for providing the research.

Team Bigelow fundraiser planned The third annual Team Bigelow dinner and benefit will be held March 29. This year’s benefit dinner theme is “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough” and features headliners the KGB Band. The evening festivities include food, music and dancing. Attendees can also bid on gourmet food baskets, sporting event tickets, artwork and much more in the silent auction.

Team Bigelow is comprised of family and friends of Jeremy Bigelow who have provided support to Jeremy in his long road to recovery.

Bigelow, a Sylvania native and Northview High School graduate, was in an auto accident in 2010, which left him paralyzed.

All of the proceeds directly benefit Jeremy Bigelow. It has been just over three years since his accident, and he is able to continue his specialized therapy only due to the generosity of Team Bigelow and these fundraisers. In the last year, Bigelow’s focus has been giving back as a

way to acknowledge the overwhelming support he has received from family, friends, and even strangers and to turn his current situation into motivation for others. He has given moral support and encouragement to other individuals in similar life-changing accidents, he has spoken to school children on the power of a positive attitude, and he has shared his nevergive-up philosophy with the Northview Hockey team. “While many in a similar situation may understandably give up when faced with such adversity, there ‘ain’t no mountain high enough’ to keep Jeremy from his life’s work,” said event organizers.

Tickets for the event are $50 and are available online at www.jeremy-bigelow.com. They can also be purchased at Brieschke’s Bakery in downtown Sylvania, or directly from Bigelow at JBigelow22@yahoo.com.

Fourth annual Restaurant Week planned Some of Toledo’s best restaurants are participating in the fourth annual Restaurant Week Toledo 2014 presented by Medical Mutual. The special menus, only available Monday Feb. 24 through Sunday, March 2 will feature lunch and dinner options priced at $10, $20 or $30 (excluding beverages, tax and gratuities). Restaurant Week Toledo promotions are dine-in only and due to the event’s popularity, reservations are recommended.

A portion of the proceeds will support Leadership Toledo, a nonprofit organization that promotes leadership development for area youth and adults.

Participating restaurants include: 5th Street Pub, Avenue Bistro, Beirut, Black Kite,

Bluewater Grille, Bobby V’s, Burger Bar 419, Heatherdowns, Burger Bar 419, Monroe St., Café at the Oliver House, Caper’s Restaurant & Bar, Cousino’s Steakhouse, Element 112, Gradkowski’s, ICE Restaurant, Koreana, LaScola Italian Grill, Loma Linda’s, Mancy’s Italian Grille, Mancy’s Steakhouse, The Original Tony Packo’s, Packo’s at the Park, Plate 21, Poco Piatti, Registry Bistro, Revolution Grille, Rockwell’s, Rosie’s Italian Grille, Shorty’s BBQ, Social-a gastropub, Treo, Ventura’s and Zinful.

Visit the website www.restaurantweektoledo.com. The site features participating restaurants’ special menus, maps and locations.

Contact Cory Dippold at cory@leadershiptoledo.org for further information.

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‘Home Is Where the Heart Is’ Raises Funds for Angel Missions of Haiti

Jane Mewhort talked with Brenda Hartley, M.D., at the ‘Home is Where the Heart Is’ fundraiser held at Olander Park’s Nederhouser Community Center.

Dave and Kathleen Waldie-Mierzwiak talked with Chrys Peterson of WTOL-TV11 who served as the mistress of ceremonies for the event held Jan. 10.

Kathleen Waldie-Mierzwiak and her daughter Andria had fun with Achiga during the fundraising event.

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by The Ohio State University's football team. .

Mary and Mark Domalski talked with Judy Vellucci, who traveled from Northville, Mich., to attend the event.

Kathleen Waldie-Mierzwiak talked with Ryan Vellucci, who is raising money for Achiga by selling candy at his school.

Ani Geha and Kristen Sheehy enjoyed the music at the event.

Sue and Dave Spiess were checking into the fundraiser for Achiga at Olander Park.

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Glass City Rollers ‘Raise the Bar’ at Sodbuster for Family House

L-R: New GCR team members Tiffany Newbold and Hallie Arrigon, Steve Miller, Allma Miller, Teasy Does It and Jessica Hildreh, Beefy Vanderhuge all joined the fundraiser for Family House, the largest shelter in Toledo.

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Morgan Teadt aka Ripper D’Shreds and Maggie Bernath aka Naudia Getit worked behind the bar where they collected tips for Family House. Bernath made the arrangements for the event.

Glass City Rollers League President Melissa Simon aka Wendy Boughbreaks enjoys an appetizer at the event. The 30-member team’s home rink is now at the International Boxing Club in Oregon, Ohio.

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Estate Jewelry moves to newly renovated building on Monroe Street Ed Szymanski, owner of Estate Jewelry and Legends in Time wholesale jewelry, has relocated his business to a 4,300 square-foot building at 5442 Monroe St. “We had outgrown our space near downtown Sylvania and we needed more space,” Szymanski said. “It was important to me to keep my business in Sylvania or Sylvania Township and I wanted to be on Monroe Street. When I found this building, I knew it would be perfect for our needs.”

Szymanski worked with Megan Malczewski CCIM of Signature Associates who negotiated the sale of the property. Tina Kern of Huntington Bank provided the financing for the acquisition and the building renovation.

Szymanski credits architect Mike Lawrence and builder Con Keefer of Keefer Building Co. LLC with creating the art deco look he wanted to achieve along with the interior design to accommodate his growing business.

After a complete renovation of the building, Szymanski was able to move his business the first week of January and was open for business Jan. 9.

The front of the building has been converted to a large showroom to display the jewelry hand-crafted by the two jewelry designers and five jewelers on staff. “We make all of the jewelry we sell here in our studios. Last year we made over 50,000 items,” Szymanski noted.

“We also custom design jewelry for our clients including specialty wedding sets.”

Jewelry that used to be hand-carved in wax is now first designed on the computer screen where clients can see the finished design and make changes before the actual process begins, according to Szymanski. After the design is complete, a waxed model is created and cast into a mold. “We have been able to computerized many steps in our design and creative process, which saves a lot of time,” he said.

“In addition, we offer a full complement of jewelry repair services from changing watch batteries to the most complicated restorations,” Szymanski said.

“We also buy gold, silver and jewelry,” he added.

According to Szymanski, the firm is adding another service beginning in March and will be offering loans on gold, silver and diamonds. A designated section near the entryway has been constructed to accommodate this new business division.

The store is open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The second floor of the newly renovated building was designed to house Szymanski’s wholesale jewelry business, Legends in Time.

The staff of 12 fills and ships orders for antique jewelry reproductions to clients across the country.

Szymanski has been a licensed diamond broker for 30 years. He grew up in the busi-

Edward Jones ranks No. 4 on Fortune Magazine’s list Financial services firm Edward Jones ranked No. 4 on FORTUNE magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For 2014” list in its 15th appearance on the list, according to local Sylvania-area Edward Jones Financial Advisors. The firm was the highest-ranking financial-services firm on the list.

Edward Jones’ 15 FORTUNE rankings also include top 10 finishes for 11 years, top five rankings for six years and consecutive No. 1 rankings in 2002 and 2003. Last year, the firm ranked No. 8 overall.

The survey revealed that 96 percent of Edward Jones respondents say firm leadership is honest and ethical; 93 percent say they are offered the training and development they need; and 95 percent feel pride in what they accomplish.

The full list and related stories appear in the Feb. 3 issue of FORTUNE and now at www.fortune.com.

Visit the Edward Jones website at www.edwardjones.com and the recruiting website at www.careers.edwardjones.com.

Local business becomes approved Certified Service Center Dave Smith of Dave Smith Appliance Service has been recognized for the company’s accomplishment in becoming an approved Certified Service Center (CSC). The company has met the national requirements of the CSC program; an all industry initiative backed by leading electronics industry associations and major product manufacturers.

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not-for-profit organization developed not only to represent distinguished independent electronic service centers, but also to provide a standard that the consumer can rely on when seeking quality and customer service.

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Paul, Ed and Myles Szymanski have relocated the business to 5442 Monroe St.

ness helping his father at coin shows where he learned about buying and selling gold. Later, he joined his brother Paul to operate a jewelry store in Point Place before founding Legends in Time 25 years ago. “I have always liked

antique jewelry and was drawn to the wholesale business,” he said.

In 2006, Szymanski decided to expand his business to include a retail division and opened Estate Jewelry in Sylvania.

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Whetro Financial/Tucholski Financial Services join forces; expand at Liberty Square Kevin Tucholski, CPA, PFS of Tucholski Financial Services LLC, has relocated his offices to Building Three at Liberty Square.

He moved into the office suite adjoining Whetro Financial, a Liberty Square tenant since 2003.

“Kevin and I have been working together for the past five years. In fact, we moved our offices from Building One to Building Three in 2009 to make room for Kevin who would meet with clients in our office from time to time,” noted Tim Whetro, CFP® of Whetro Financial. “When we decided that it just made sense for us to be in the same office all of the time, we talked with Bobbie Ziviski, Liberty Square property manager. She was able to combine the adjoining space with our

present location to create our new, enlarged space. She even made sure all of Kevin’s pictures were hung on the walls,” Whetro said.

“Bobbie and her management team are great and easy to work with,” he added.

“I was always very impressed with this office space whenever I was here,” Tucholski stated. “The office suites are professional yet warm and welcoming and the entire property is very clean and well maintained. This building is well located and offers lots of good parking right out in front for our clients’ convenience.”

While maintaining separate firms, Whetro and Tucholski found they share many clients while offering synergistic services. ”Kevin, as a CPA, brings the accounting side to the

Tim Whetro, Kevin Tucholski, Steve Drake, Cheri Montgomery and Bobbie Ziviski of Liberty Square Properties talk about the expanded office suite.

business offering tax preparation, tax planning, estate planning and more along with his financial planning expertise. I work on the investment side along with financial planning,” Whetro said.

“We are both Certified Financial Planners and each of us brings unique skills to our clients. We also complement each other’s strengths and now we are able to provide an integrated approach to the financial life of ourclients,” Tucholski said. He explained that while he is a Certified Financial Planner, he carries the PFS designation, (Personal Financial

Specialist), which is the designation a CPA can earn.

“While Kevin and I both have our insurance licenses, we have a resident insurance specialist, Steve Drake, in house. We are well prepared to help with any of our clients’ needs for financial well being. We also help clients with retirement accounts and issues, inheritance planning and much more,” Whetro explained.

Whetro Financial works with Buckingham Capital Management, who assists the firm with portfolio management.

Chamber Highlights

L-R: Sylvania Township Trustee Chairman John Jennewine, State Rep. Barbara Sears, Sylvania Mayor Craig Stough gave presentations to Sylvania Area Chamber of Commerce members at the Jan. 9 meeting that was facilitated by chamber chairman Alan Sattler.

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Devonshire REIT completes $31M acquisition of retail properties in Ohio

Office Depot Plaza, 5107 Monroe St.

Bed, Bath & Beyond Plaza, 5135 Monroe St.

Pier 1 Imports, 5203 Monroe St.

Monroe Street Square Shopping Center, 5333 Monroe St.

Devonshire REIT, Inc., a private real estate investment trust, recently announced the acquisition of five retail properties in Ohio for $31 million.

Monroe Street Square Shopping Center at 5333 Monroe St. is a 124,904 square-foot Hobby Lobby-anchored center. Other national retail tenants occupying the center including Sally Beauty Supply, Gamestop, Play It Again Sports and Sprint PCS along with the locally owned Rick’s City Diner.

Bed, Bath & Beyond Plaza at 5135 Monroe St. is a 100 percent leased, 55,139 square-foot Bed, Bath & Beyond-anchored center with SalonCentric and Edward D. Jones as additional national tenants.

Office Depot Plaza at 5107 Monroe St. is a 100-percent leased, 45,594 square-foot Office Depot-anchored center that includes national tenant Aaron Rents and other local tenants.

Pier 1 Imports at 5203 Monroe St. is a 9,860 square foot single-tenant triple-net leased property.

Villages at Waterville Landing in Waterville, Ohio, is a 350 acre mixed-use development with 125 acres zoned for retail development.

Devonshire has acquired the retail portion of the project, which currently includes a new, 80,000-square-foot Kroger, a Farmers & Merchants State Bank branch and a Speedway fuel center that is under construction. Plans for the remaining undeveloped retail space are being kept confidential at this time.

Goldman Sachs Mortgage Company pro-

vided financing for the Monroe Street acquisitions and for the refinancing of the first phase at Franklin Place. The financing package totaled $24 million.

Chris Campbell, CEO and president of Devonshire, said, “We believe in, and are investing in, the future of the Toledo metropolitan area. The acquisitions on Monroe Street and in Waterville prove this by effectively bracketing this area. With the jobs created by the new retailers Devonshire attracts to its centers and those created by the construction and management of those centers, Devonshire is a catalyst for Toledo’s reawakening economy not just a beneficiary.”

“We will now have over 555,000 square feet of leasable space in the premier retail corridor of Toledo and can control the look and feel of almost three quarters of a mile of the south side of Monroe Street,” added Mike Denman, Devonshire’s executive vice president of real estate. “With this and the Waterville property, we have the opportunity to create two truly unique destination shopping areas that won’t compete with each other.”

The properties were purchased from local real estate developers and investors, Tom Helberg and Thomas Schlachter, both of whom expressed their faith in the future of the properties and Devonshire.

“The combination of Devonshire's capital base, professional management team and ties to the community make them a good fit to maintain the quality we have always strived for

in our properties and even take them to the next level,” Helberg said.

“I was reluctant to sell the shopping centers,” Schlachter added. “However, I have been primarily a residential developer in my career and when the opportunity came to team up

with Devonshire, it seemed like a natural fit.

They have great expertise in the retail and commercial arenas and I will be able to focus on the residential side of the Waterville Landing project.”

Citizens National opens loan office

Nelson Shaffer

Citizens National announced the opening of a new loan production office. Located at 3454 Oak Alley Court, Suite 501, the office is headed up by Nelson Shaffer, senior vice president/market president. It will provide commercial business development services to the area, including real estate loans, commercial lines of credit and access to deposits through the bank’s Online for Business and Merchant Capture services. “Nelson’s experience matches the strengths of our bank, commercial lending and business banking. We look forward to expanding into the Toledo market

and matching our expertise as a community bank with businesses there,” comments President/CEO J. Michael Romey.

As president of this office, Shaffer will be responsible for establishing new commercial relationships for CNB, as well as analyzing current customer portfolios on a regular basis. With more than 23 years of experience in banking and commercial leasing, Shaffer holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance from The University of Toledo. He is currently enrolled in the Graduate School of Banking and will graduate in August. He is an active member of the Perrysburg Rotary and The Toledo Club and he and his wife have one son and live in Toledo.

“I’m proud to be part of the Toledo community and introduce Citizens National Bank to our market. The financial strength of CNB and the growth it has realized over the past three years is exceptional and I look forward to helping them gain more growth through businesses I’m able to partner with,” states Shaffer.

Shaffer may be reached by e-mail at nshaffer@cnbohio.com. With offices in Bluffton, Celina, Defiance, Elida, Findlay, Lima, Springfield and Van Wert, Citizens National Bank has assets totaling more than $650 million and has been serving the communities of West Central Ohio since 1920.

Ribbon Cut to Open The Next Sweet Thing

Mike Lieber, Sylvania Town Crier, was on hand for the Jan. 20 ribbon cutting and grand opening celebration of The Next Sweet Thing in Mayberry Square. Jennifer and Louanne Haley cut the ribbon while family members and friends looked on.

‘Share A Glass’ event honors local attorney Bill Takacs of Gallon, Takacs, Boissoneault & Schaffer will be awarded the fourth annual Robert Brundage Award at the Community Shares of Northwest Ohio’s ‘Share A Glass’ fund-raising event on Jan. 25, 7 p.m., at the UAW Local 14, 5411 Jackman Road.

Takacs is the managing partner of Gallon, Takacs, Boissoneault & Schaffer. The law firm has the distinction of being the first corporate- giving partner to Community Shares.

The shared belief of giving back to the community and assisting those in need is at

the foundation of the firm. Each attorney serves on a nonprofit board and the company campaign of supporting nonprofits through Community Shares has been consistently strong through the years. Through an annual workplace giving campaign, Community Shares provides funding and promotes awareness for 27 local nonprofit organizations, including Sylvania Area Family Services.

Tickets are $20 for the event. Call 419/2436637 or go to www.nwohioshares.org.

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The Sylvanian You Need To Know Sylvania Law Director Leslie Brinning

Full of Gratitude Brinning is happy to finally be out of the background and in the forefront of activities. “I enjoy meeting people in my new role,” she says.

“Mayor Craig [Stough], Jim [Moan], the Council and directors have been wonderful.

They have truly assisted me during this transitional time. I want to thank them for their support and especially their patience.”

BY MARY HELEN DARAH “I always knew what I wanted to do,” says Leslie Brinning, Sylvanina’s new Law Director.

“In the fifth grade I dressed up as an attorney for career day.”

Brinning pursued her dream of becoming a barrister by working part time as a secretary for former Sylvania Law Director Jim Moan while attending The University of Toledo. In 1999 she received an undergraduate degree in International Business. “I was attracted to international affairs because I wanted to travel.

I guess I got my wish. I now travel from my home in Monroe to Sylvania,” says Brinning.

She earned her law degree in 2002 from The University of Toledo College of Law at which point she began assisting Moan with the city’s business affairs.

Brinning transitioned into her new role by moving into the administrative building in December of 2013. “The move allowed Jim and I to work together more closely and attend staff functions. I was able to get up to speed on operations and see how Mayor Craig Stough ran meetings,” says. Brinning. “It is a great place

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Pressing Issues “In 2014 we will be focusing on some exciting items. Sylvania will be expanding the River Trail,” Brinning said. The River Trail currently runs from Main Street in Sylvania to Monroe Street along Ten Mile Creek. The city hopes to expand the trail to run past Harroun Road and onto the campus of ProMedica Flower Hospital. Another item that is generating a great deal of excitement is the potential development of Starlight Plaza on Monroe Street by

ProMedica. “I feel it would be a very good project for the city,” says Brinning. Another important issue the city plans to address in 2014 is downtown parking. “We are trying to determine what the best approach will be. The economic development director, Bill Sanford, has been talking to business owners and getting their input,” she said.

Future Aspirations “I think this is an exciting time for Sylvania,” says Brinning. “It’s good that we have a parking problem. It is an indication that we have great businesses, shops and business owners. It will be fun to see what new businesses come to Sylvania.”

Fun Facts: ‘My grandmother lived in the house that was burned down on Whiteford Road to build Whiteford Elementary School.’

‘I am the mother of 7-year-old twins Jack, a lover of hockey, and Claire, who danced in her first Nutcracker performance this past December. Claire is one and a half hours older than Jack and truly acts like the eldest child.’

‘I met my husband David Lisker over pizza at Little Ceasars in Milan, Mich.’

‘My Mom is a nurse at the University of Michigan and lives in Dundee and my Dad is a truck driver who lives in Ottawa Lake, Mich.’

‘I ran in the Disney half marathon. I don’t have much time for running now but I love it.’

‘We have a dog named Ladybug and a cat named Tiger. Can you guess who named them?’

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Haydn, Hudson and Hope Smith created their very own 'snow family' that includes a furry friend.

The snowman that Jo-Anne, John and Alexa Chrysochoos built is an opera singer and an OSU fan.

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Sylvanians Madeline, left, and Hadley, right, Hustwick enjoyed a day of skiing with their family recently at Mt. Holly in Holly, Mich.

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This snow sculpture, created by Michelle and Steve Atkinson, is called ‘Old Man Winter.’

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Section B Sylvan Students and their Artwork Featured at Hudson Gallery Reception

Banner winner Alison Addington shows her mother, Amy, and her grandparents Bill and Pat Guinster, her artwork that was chosen to be a banner for downtown Sylvania.

Emily Knapp and her mother, Julie, check out the original artwork that was selected to be one of the banners for downtown Sylvania.

Emma Jurski shows her dad, Matt, her original poster that was selected as one to be made into a banner.

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SCHOOLNEWS

Highland students learn about fusing glass

Artist-in-residence Ann Hymel and Highland art teacher Tracy Ardner look over the fused glass work created by students Landon Elliott, Brenden Behan, Paige Kamiski and Alexis Shuster.

Students are back in school and at Highland Elementary they are fusing glass in their art classes with artist-in-residence Ann Hymel. Ann is owner and educator of fused glass at FUZED Kilnformed Glass Studio in Perrysburg. She will be working with all grade levels, K – 5.

In 2010, the Northwest Ohio Arts Education Association named Ann its “Distinguished Citizen of the Year.” She has presented at the Ohio Art Education Association state conferences, and to the

Columbus Art Teacher Association. She has been a visiting artist in classrooms in and around Toledo, Cleveland, and Detroit. She teaches in her studio, at St. Rose School, Perrysburg, at Hands-On Studio, in the Toledo Botanical Garden, and in Bedford, Michigan’s continuing education program.

For more information on Hymel and her work, visit www.fuzedstudio.com or check out www.facebook.com/fuzedkilnformedglassstudio.

Sylvania Board Elects Officers Jim Nusbaum was re-elected Sylvania School Board president and Julie Hoffman vice president at the annual organizational meeting. Stephen Rothschild and incumbents Julie Hoffman and Dave Spiess were sworn in for their four-year terms and elected board officers.

This is the fourth presidency for Nusbaum, who is serving his third term as a board member, elected in 2004. He is a graduate of Southview High School and is the father of two children attending Central Trail Elementary. Hoffman has served as a board member since 2009 and has two children at Northview High School.

Sylvan Students’ Work Featured

Sylvania hosts speech and debate tourney Southview students Alex Ulrey and Keith Dona placed third in Duo Interpretation at the annual Sylvania Speech and Debate Invitational held at Northview and Southview High Schools and McCord Junior High School on Friday, Jan. 10 and Saturday, Jan. 11. Southview also placed in the Student Congress, with Yuan Chen finishing second,

Eric Zhu fifth. Lily Yan was a finalist. The Southview coach is Paul Moffit and the Northview team is coached by Joe Drouillard. Over 1,000 students and coaches from 30 different schools participated in the tournament. The winning top three schools were: Canfield with 130 points, Jackson and Austin-Fitch each had 119.5.

Christine Kelso and Sylvan art teacher Julia Koralewski check out Eleanor Kelso’s artwork at the reception for Sylvan fourth- and fifth-grade art students held at Hudson Gallery on Jan. 18.

Noah and Ella Archer look at some of the banners submitted along with their mother, Jennifer, Sylvania Community Arts Commission executive director.

Sylvan counselor Pam Bennett looks at the Sylvan students’ artwork with Nancy Crandall and Amy Buckey of the Sylvania Community Arts Commission.

Mariana Temple shows off her artwork to her family, mother Christina, brother Christian and dad Mike.

Barb Hudson of Hudson Gallery talks to Matt Jurski and Livie Johnson about the glass art created by Julia and Robin Rogers.

Melanie Gromes shows her artwork to her dad Matt, brother Noah and her mother Tallie.

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Chamber Students of the Month

L-R: Northview garage sale chairman Steve Lafferty, Tim Lafferty, Nick Diver of Nick’s Lawn Service and committee chairwoman Peggy Vorderburg, are available to help with garage sale items dropped off behind Northview. Collection dates are Jan. 25, Feb. 1, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Friday, Feb. 7 from 3 to 9 p.m.

L-R: Southview Principal Dave McMurray, Lynn Chen and her son, Yuron Chen, Jeri Ingle and her daughter, Ashley Ingle, and Northview Principal Steve Swaggerty. Chen’s activities include Senate, Debate, Mock Trail where he was honored as Mock Trial International champion, Interact, Dance for a Chance, varsity tennis, two-time National Debate qualifier, top sixty in the nation and an AP Scholar. Chen wishes to attend Yale or University of Michigan. Ingle is a member of the National Honor Society, Principal’s Advisory Committee, Leadership Academy, Student Board treasurer, yearbook photo editor, varsity soccer, 11-year member of Pacesetter Soccer Club, four years on the honor roll of excellence and soccer NLL first team 2012. She will be attending University of Akron where she will play soccer.

Northview annual garage sale planned The Sylvania Northview High School garage sale will be held Saturday Feb. 8, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the cafeteria at the school. The sale is the largest fundraiser for the 2014 after prom celebration, which promotes a drug-and-alcohol-free environment for the students to enjoy.

The group is looking for garage sale items to be donated by the public. The dates and times

St. Ursula presents ‘Joseph and the Technicolor Dreamcoat’

St. Ursula Academy announces its production of “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” (lyrics by Tim Rice and music by Andrew Lloyd Webber) at The Franciscan Theatre of Lourdes University, Jan. 31 and Feb. 1 at 7:30 p.m., and Sunday, Feb. 2, at 2 p.m. Directed by Elizabeth Clarke Horrigan, the ensemble cast of 70 create an exuberant music and dance experience of the Bible story of Joseph. Leading the cast are Sierra Sturt, Kennedy Bohm and Daniella Gilbert as Narrators, Stephen Gullette as Joseph, and Robert Pamies as Pharaoh. Both gentlemen

attend St. Francis de Sales High School.

Music is under the direction of Allison Krzyminski and Wen Chin Liu, choreographer is Heather Klatt, and set design and construction have been created by Melissa Beland, assisted by Mary Elaine Schoen.

Costume designer is Cathy Kerscher. Joseph is a non-stop romp through all musical styles, humorously leading the audience through Joseph’s trials to the happy conclusion.

Tickets are available from St. Ursula by calling 419/531-1693 or by visiting www.toledosua.org.

Students named to honor roll, dean’s list Named to Honor Roll Racquel Sohasky of Sylvania has achieved the honor roll at Bethel University for the Fall 2013. To qualify for the honor roll, a traditional undergraduate student must have completed 12 or more hours of academic work with an average of 3.70 or above with no grade below a “C.” Bethel University, founded in 1842 and located in McKenzie, Tenn., is a four-year university affiliated with the Cumberland Presbyterian Church. It offers bachelor’s, master’s, and associate degrees through a variety of learning platforms. To learn more about Bethel University, go to www.bethelu.edu.

Named to Dean’s List Molly Wheeler, daughter of Carl and Jacquelin Wheeler of Copperwood Lane,

Sylvania, has been named to the Ohio Northern University dean’s list for the fall semester 2013. She is a first year pharmacy major.

The dean’s list includes students who attain a grade point average of 3.5 or better on a 4.0 grading system.

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NV Honored Musician The Northview musician of the week is senior Ben Leizerman. He is a bass in the Northview A Cappella Choir and Harmony Road Show and currently presides as the president of the A Cappella Choir. He also is a member of the marching band and played percussion for Northview’s production of ‘Shrek the Musical.’ In December, he performed a rendition of ‘A Christmas Song.’

for collection of items are Saturdays Jan. 25 and Feb. 1 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Friday, Feb. 7, from 3 to 9 p.m. The collection trailers will be located at the rear of Northview High School near the tennis courts.

Drama classes planned The Sylvania Community Arts Commission (SCAC) is offering 10 weeks of drama classes for any student in grades four through 12 interested in theater starting Feb. 25. Classes include all aspects of production from onstage acting to props, stage managing, costumes, make-up and production design. No prior experience is required. The one hour, 15 minute sessions are taught by actor/instructor Irina Zaurov at Sylvania’s Northview High School cafeteria. Classes are grouped by grade level and as beginner or advanced. Classes will meet on Tuesdays and Wednesdays in February and March. Grades seven to 12 will meet from 4 to 5:15 pm, grades four to six will meet from 5:30 pm to 6:45 pm. Registration flyers are available online at www.sylvaniaarts.org.

Chamber scholarships Applications for the Sylvania Area Chamber of Commerce’s two scholarshps awarded to graduating seniors planning to attend an accredited post-secondary institution are available in local school guidance offices or by calling chamber at 419/882-2135 or visiting www.sylvaniachamber.org. The application maybe submitted electronically to the chamber emailed in care of lglover@sylvaniachamber.org. Completed applications must be postmarked no later than Feb. 14 to: Sylvania Area Chamber of Commerce Attn: Scholarship Committee, 5632 N. Main St., Sylvania, Ohio 43560

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LOURDESNEWS

Lourdes Class Teams With SAFS for Hands-On Experience opportunity Dr. Galdeen, Lourdes University, Sylvania Area Family Services, and the Sylvania community gave us to put our new knowledge to use in a real-world situation.”

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Lourdes offers immersive experience

Chuck Turnbo, Vicky Bateson and Camille Bloom check on their research while (back row) Kyle Vandecaveye, Josh Redies, Matt Johnstone and Brittnie Kalucki work on their project, plan to collect nonperishable items for the food pantry at Sylvania Area Family Services.

This winter, Lourdes University is launching a new series “College Major 101,” which will give prospective students the opportunity to experience first hand a variety of academic programs and career opportunities.

Students choose to attend events below that match the major they wish to pursue.

During the event, prospective students will speak with admissions staff, experience the classroom setting, meet with professors and current students, and learn about career opportunities. For those interested in nursing the event will be held Saturday, Feb. 8.

On Saturday, Feb 22, the University will offer the event for pre-professional programs, which includes athletic training, dentistry, engineering, law, medicine, occupational

therapy, physical therapy, physician assistant and veterinary science.

For those interested in business and leadership, the program will be held Friday, Feb. 28. Potential education majors will meet Saturday, March 1. The arts and humanities including art, art history, criminal justice, English, history, psychology, social work, sociology and theological studies, will be offered on Friday, March 7.

All “College Major 101” days begin at 10 a.m. and run until 2 p.m. with lunch included. Check-in is at the Welcome Center inside Russell J. Ebeid Hall. For additional information on Lourdes University’s “College Major 101” days, a call 800/878-3210, ext. 5291 or visit www.lourdes.edu/major101.

Faith Talks explores heroes of Assisi in World War II

Lourdes instructor Dr. Patricia Galdeen talks with Josh Rayzant, Matt Oehlers, Perry Bender and Colman Fitzgerald about their project to collect money from local businesses for Sylvania Area Family Services.

Lourdes University will present “Faith Talks: Three Heroes of Assisi in World War II” on Sunday, Jan. 26, at 2 p.m. The free event, which will take place in the Franciscan Center, will feature Fr. André Cirino, OFM, as guest speaker and is sponsored by the Notre Dame and Saint Mary’s Club of Toledo, and Lourdes’ Office of Mission & Ministry.

Fr. André, a Franciscan friar from the Immaculate Conception Province in New

York, will discuss how the efforts of three individuals (Colonel Valentin Müller, Bishop Giuseppe Nicolini and Don Aldo Brunacci) saved the city of Assisi from bombardment, housed thousands of refugees, and coordinated the effort to hide approximately three hundred Jews in the city’s convents, friaries and homes. For more information, contact Sr. Barbara Vano, at 419/824-3861 or email bvano@lourdes.edu.

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Finds Her Groove — Salsa Style

BY MARY HELEN DARAH I once received an irate (rightfully so I may add) phone call from a Sylvania principal informing me that my child was dancing inappropriately at a school dance. My daughter’s response to my expression of anger and disappointment was “Mom, seriously, what can you say? I am your daughter!” She does have a point. I love to dance. However, I save getting “down and dirty” for the privacy of my own home-usually while simultaneously cleaning the house. As I headed toward Baila Rico’s Latin Mix Saturday Nights at Cinco De Mayo to try a little Salsa dancing, I had a few concerns. Would I be OK not having a partner?

Would I feel like I could have given birth to everyone in the room as a woman of “a certain age?” Would this Dutch woman be able to control her “inner Latina?” Do Sylvania principals attend Salsa events and if so, would they tell my mom?

I am happy to report I not only survived but thrived through my first attempt at Latin dancing. Fabio Victor Morales, owner of Cinco De Mayo, reached out to DJ Tony Rios, Jr., (a.k.a. El Salsero) three years ago to orchestrate a dance night at the restaurant. “People need to get out,” says Morales, “and I wanted to provide a nice safe place for people to relax and unwind.” DJ Tony Rios, Jr., has been getting people on the dance floor to experience Salsa in Toledo since 1999. One of the things he enjoys the most is seeing the diverse crowd take pleasure in Latin music and dance. “I would say 90 percent of the dancers here on a Saturday night are everything but Latin,” says Rios. “Salsa translates in all languages around the world.”

It was early into my Salsa adventure that I assessed the venue as family friendly and the music downright addicting. My only concern was being clueless as to how to move to the Latin beat. My worries were alleviated when dance champion Charlotte Serrano stepped out on the crowded dance floor. “I can teach people with no experience, or with ‘two left feet’ how to move,” says Serrano. “You don’t need a dance partner to enjoy yourself.”

Serrano grew up in Puerto Rico and was raised by a single mother who strongly believed that activities should be about family. Therefore,

L-R: Savvy Sylvanian, Tony Rios, Jr. and dance instructor Charlotte Serrano.

Sylvanians braved the snowy weather to experience some Salsa fun.

Dance champion Charlotte Serrano instructs even the inexperienced in Latin dance.

she and her brother Jose jointly participated in everything from martial arts to synchronized swimming. They also received extensive dance training. Serrano pursued a career in the media while her brother continued to pursue a dance career. She discovered Salsa dancing and has partnered with her brother in numerous competitions. Although Serrano is a media reporter for Bluefin Media, she enjoys hitting the dance floor on Saturdays at Cinco De Mayo. “My favorite part of the evening is having a chance to socialize with different cultures,” she says, “and showing people how to move and enjoy themselves.”

The DJ assured me that once I learned the basic steps I would continue to improve. The jury is still out on that one. However, this Sylvanian happily found her “groove,” some amazing guacamole, and a desire to return to the dance floor.

Cinco De Mayo is located at 6975 W. Central Ave., in Sylvania. Baila Rico’s Latin Mix Saturday Nights with dance champion Charlotte Serrano are held from 9 p.m. to 10 p.m. every Saturday. Call 419/517-9828 or visit cincodemayoamigos.com for additional information.

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HEALTH/FITNESSNEWS

New Year’s resolutions can be achieved at Fairwood Health & Body Transition Jason Peisley, D.C., has introduced the Lipo-Light non-surgical cellulite deflator as one of the new tools in the weight loss programs he offers at Fairwood Health & Body Transition at 5215 Monroe St. The office is adjacent to Fairwood Chiropractic.

“Lipo-Light is the answer everyone is looking for to reduce cellulite,” Dr. Peisley said. “Specifically designed to target fat, it works with absolutely no pain or down time.

Best of all, you see immediate results. The Lipo-Light even allows you to relax while it does all of the work. After my patients drop a dress size and flatten their belly fat, they always come back for more and bring their friends. Repeat business is the greatest compliment.”

Lipo-Light offers a safe and effective spotfat reduction solution that can be applied to many problem areas such as waistline, belly, back, buttocks, thighs and arms. Clients can relax in a comfortable position while a trained Lipo-Light technician secures light paddles to the target areas for the 20-minute sessions.

“This is a most effective tool,” Dr. Peisley explained. “And, it complements the other allnatural weight loss services we have available from the Club Reduce Program developed by Salt Lake City chiropractor Dr. Todd Singleton.”

Those services begin with a free Tuesday night weight loss/good health seminar held at Fairwood. For those interested in participating, Dr. Peisley offers a one-on-one session followed by a comprehensive health evaluation and the development of a customized weight loss program based on one’s specific body and weight lossgoals.

“Thanks to our testing system, we can determine exactly what is keeping you from

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losing weight and base individual programs around those factors,” he said.

Clients can choose from a 20-session, fiveweek or 12-week program. For any of the programs, clients spend one day per week in the office, first for 15 to 20 minutes using the Whole Body Vibration machine that includes oxygen to help burn fat more effectively, according to Dr. Peisley. Next, the client spends 20 minutes in the Infrared Sauna to further trigger fat-burning hormones. That session is followed by a detoxing body wrap that encourages permanent inch loss of between four to 14 inches per session. “That is not water loss but is because of detoxification,” Dr. Peisley assured. Included in the body wrap sessions is use of SelfMastery Technology glasses, which encourage relaxation and help focus one’s mind with positive affirmations.

“The premise of this program is to focus

Clients use the Whole body Vibration machines to begin their programs with Dr. Peisley.

Dr. Peisley demonstrates the Lipo-Light machine.

on fat-burning hormones, along with cleansing and detoxifying your body, which helps to eliminate the harmful cravings many people have. We also follow a detailed dietary program with natural supplements to help get the body back in balance,” Peisley said.

Dr. Peisley, a chiropractor, trained at the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in Toronto. He saw an opportunity to practice in the Sylvania area when the Fairwood Chiropractic Center was offered for sale two and a half years ago. “I wanted to practice in the United States but stay close to my wife’s and my family who live near Windsor, Ontario, Canada. I am also trained to offer acupuncture, which I can do in Ohio, so this office was perfect for me.”

Dr. Peisley became interested in the challenges of weight loss dealing with his patient base. “So many of my patients experience issues that are related to being overweight. Also, my wife had difficulty losing

weight even though she is careful about what she eats and very active. I found Dr. Singleton's program and really liked the results he was achieving,” he said.

Last July, Dr. Peisley leased an adjoining space to the Fairwood Chiropractic Clinic to accommodate the newly formed Fairwood Health & Body Transition. The new space has several consulting rooms where clients meet with their accountability coach along with a common space for the exercise machines.

That common space also accommodates the weekly free weight loss/health seminars. In addition, there are three sauna rooms and three body wrap rooms, which also accommodate another those using the LipoLight.

To date, Dr. Peisley said he has a growing number of clients who have experienced success on his program, all of whom are documented with before and after pictures in his “Success” book.

SPORTSNEWS

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Retired NV LadyKats Coach Jerry Sigler honored On behalf of the Sylvania Board of Education, Sylvania Schools Administration, and the entire Sylvania Community, the Northview Athletic Department recognized Coach Jerry Sigler for his dedication to the

student athletes in Northview’s community and the LadyKat basketball program. To honor Coach Sigler and his wife Karen, Northview Athletic Director Chris Irwin announced that the basketball floor in the

Nusbaum Family Honored at SV Game

Sylvania School Board member Vicki Donovan Lyle, center, introduced and thanked the Nusbaum family whose dream was to create a legacy in honor of the memory of the late Mel Nusbaum and his passion for academics, athletics and the community. L-R: Justin Baumhower, his son, Mike and Karri Nusbaum, Hayley Baumhower and her baby, Mason, Sylvania Schools Superintendent Brad Rieger, Jackie Nusbaum, Lynn Nusbaum, Marnie Nusbaum, Sherri and Jim Nusbaum and their children Carly and Danny were honored during half time of the Southview vs. Perrysburg basketball game Friday, Jan. 10. Lyle announced that the new Southview stadium, named in honor of Nusbaum, will be completee by the fall of 2014. The stadium at Southview is part of the overall master athletic facilities plan that the District has been working with the Sylvania Athletic Foundation to raise private funds to complete.

Lourdes student athletes excel in the classroom Lourdes University’s student athletes posted a semester grade point average of 3.021 during the fall of 2013, a mark that was higher than the general student population on campus. The student athletes saw an improvement in their GPA from the spring of 2013, when they boasted a 3.001 mark.

“The accomplishments of our student athletes fill us with pride. These men and women excel in the classroom, while also displaying incredible talent in their respective sports,” President Dr. David Livingston said of the accomplishment. “They have shown once again that they are students first and athletes second.”

The women’s cross country team led the way with a fall semester GPA of 3.647, just edging out the softball team’s mark of 3.549.

Women’s volleyball was third for the semester with a 3.334 GPA. Women’s cross country also had the highest overall cumulative GPA at 3.656 among its team members, while softball was second at 3.564. Women’s golf ranked third

with a cumulative GPA of 3.424.

On the men’s side, cross country had the highest fall semester GPA at 3.198, just edging out lacrosse, which had a mark of 3.116. Cross country also had the highest overall cumulative GPA among men’s sports at 3.158 while lacrosse had a 3.118 cumulative GPA and golf had a 3.114 mark.

Overall, Gray Wolf student athletes also sported a 3.054 cumulative grade point average, another mark that exceeded the general student body average.

“Our student athletes are ambassadors to the broader community, demonstrating the character and work ethic that will make them successful professionals after they graduate,” Livingston added.

Nine student athletes had a perfect 4.0 for the fall 2013 semester while four have perfect marks for their career at Lourdes. In addition 31 percent of the student athletes made the Dean’s List, posting a 3.5 or higher GPA for the spring semester.

Lourdes Men’s Volleyball wins season-opener Lourdes University’s men’s volleyball team opened the 2014 season on Friday Jan. 17 with a convincing 25-8, 25-12, 25-11 victory over Cincinnati Christian at Presidents Hall in Cincinnati, Ohio.

The Gray Wolves won their season opener for the second straight season while beginning the program’s third season. The Eagles were making their program debut at home.

“It is always good to start the season with a win,” head coach Greg Reitz stated. “We were able to get all 11 players who are healthy on the court, with several of the players getting their initial collegiate experience tonight. We executed at a pretty efficient level throughout the night which was good to see.”

Lourdes opened up play at the Mount Saint Joseph tournament on Saturday Jan. 18,

dropping its first match of the season to ninthranked Missouri Valley 25-21, 21-25, 25-23, 25-16 at the Harrington Center in Cincinnati.

Lourdes wrapped up play at the College of Mount Saint Joseph Tournament on Sunday Jan. 19, posting a pair of victories at the Harrington Center. The Gray Wolves defeated Rust 25-4, 25-16, 25-14 in their first match before defeating the host Lions 19-25, 25-21, 25-19, 25-20 in the finale.

Lourdes home opener is scheduled for Jan. 29 when Siena Heights will visit Tam-oShanter for the 7 p.m. contest.

Northview gymnasium will forever be named Jerry Sigler Court and presented a plaque that reads: “With Thanks and Admiration – We Dedicate this Floor to Jerry Sigler – A Legend in Sylvania Schools for 38 Years – January 10, 2014.”

After coaching one year of JV girls basketball during the 1975-76 season for Sylvania High School, Sigler became Northview’s first girls’ varsity coach for the 1976-77 season, the year after Southview opened its doors. He spent 37 years leading the LadyKat Program until his retirement this past spring. During those 37 years, Coach Sigler’s team’s captured 18 league championships, 28 sectional championships, seven district championships, three regional

championships, and three final-four appearances. He was honor as GLL Coach of the Year 10 times, NLL Coach of the Year six times, District 7 Coach of the Year nine times, A.P. Northwest Ohio Coach of the Year three times, and A.P. Ohio Coach of the Year once.

Over 500 student athletes played basketball for the LadyKat Program under Coach Sigler’s guidance. Of that number, 21 of those players went on to further their basketball career at the collegiate level. Over 40 other former players went on to play collegiately in another sport. Their hard work and dedication to basketball helped Coach Sigler amass 675 wins.

L-R: Karen and Jerry Sigler were honored at the Jan. 10 Northview basketball game and presented a plaque by NV athletic director Chris Irwin.

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JANIS WEBER THE MOUSE TRAP Read Digital Books For Free If you have a Kindle, Android or Apple devise you have a golden opportunity to read books for free from our wonderful Lucas County Library. Let me explain Janis Weber what the step are to accomplish this goal. The library has thousands of text and audio items for those with a Lucas county library card. If you do not have one you can get one online or in person. Next you will need to go to Amazon.com. This is where our library sends the digital loans that you request. At least this is the simplest way. Set up a free account on Amazon. This way you can monitor your loans plus you can manage where they are forward to. Next step is to turn on your Android or Apple device. Go to where you typically download apps, find the free app for Kindle and install it. If this is confusing, I suggest watching a how-to video on YouTube.com.

OK, ready? Sign in on the Lucas County Library website. Search for a title. Once you find something you like, you will see if it is available for Kindle. Click on the Request button and you will be instructed to download it. Choose Kindle as your option. It will automatically roll you over to your Amazon account. On the right you should see a list of devices where Kindle was downloaded to. If you have more than one, click on just one.

Within a few moments, your download will appear on your device. Remember you only have a maximum of 21 days to enjoy your material, then it will simply go away.

Sometimes you can renew them but most likely if you want something so does someone else who is waiting. So don’t request more books than you can read in that amount of time. You also have a limit of 10. This was a general view of the steps you need but always remember the library will be happy to walk you through these steps as well.

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However, my attitude toward shopping is one area in which I differ from my peers. I’m not going to beat around the bush here: I hate shopping. Now, I didn’t choose to be this way.

This obstinate attitude was thrust upon me after years of shopping excursions that took way longer than they should have. This attitude is a result of hearing the words “That’s too short” approximately one thousand nine hundred and seventy three too many times.

Therefore, it’s not very accurate to say that I hate shopping. A much more fitting statement would be to say that shopping hates me.

Despite shopping’s hatred for me, I have invited its company on multiple recent occasions. I went to the mall three times over break, with the aim of having fun. Yes, fun. It appears I am still in denial that shopping and I were never meant to be. On my first mall trip, my friends Lilly and Lauren were not in the mood to try things on; they bought clothes off the racks without going to the dressing rooms, with the idea that they would return the clothes later if necessary. Now let me tell you, not trying on clothes when you’re 5’11” is shopping suicide. I had no doubt that returns would indeed be necessary…most likely for just about everything I bought that day. And I was right. Although I walked out of the mall that day with three shopping bags of clothes I

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Jeans: too short. Sigh.

Over the years, I have found that American Eagle is the only store where I can buy jeans that fit me well. If that store ever goes out of business, I believe I face a grim, jean-less life.

Anyway, I went to the American Eagle at the mall a couple weeks ago with a simple mission: a new pair of jeans. This ‘simple’ mission turned out to be not so simple after all. I scanned the wall of jeans, looking for stickers with an L for Long. No luck. All they had were R for Regular (which would be capris on me) and S for Short (need I say more?). So I went to the checkout counter and asked the employee to order my favorite wash in Long. A week later, the jeans arrived at my house. I tried them on, only to discover that they were… you guessed it… too short. How could Long jeans be too short? It was against their very nature; it was false advertising! A few days later, I discovered that you could order American Eagle Extra Long jeans, which fit perfectly.

My third winter break excursion to the mall was again with two of my friends, both of whom shop often and seem to do it effortlessly.

I have deemed them experts and envy the ease with which they pick clothes off the racks. I have to study each item before deciding whether it would look good off the hanger…and even after all the effort, I’m usually wrong. My friend Nicole, on the other hand, will casually pick out shirts while having a conversation at the same time (a multitasking skill I admire) and they will all look great on her petite frame. It pains me.

In conclusion, shopping hates me and I hate shopping. I can’t seem to derive any other moral of the story from this short article. All I can say is: thank goodness I wear a uniform five days of the week. year, I saved $10 on my membership that offers amenities such as reduced rates for a variety of programming.

Although in the midst of winter's fury, the booklet is titled “SPRING 2014” and is packed from stem to stern with educational, engaging and social classes, trips, lectures, and events. Program coordinator Laura Megeath, adds, “No exams or grades!”

There is still time to get on board and “Travel With Them” to Grand Rapids, Mich., on Thursday, April 3, for a full packed 14hour day; highlights of the trip include Gerald Ford Museum, lunch at Arnie's Bakery, Frederick Meijer Gardens and Butterfly Conservatory, snack, shop Ann Arbor, followed by a three-course dinner at the Gandy Dancer and still be home a bit after 8 o’clock!

Lectures and Hot Topics Every third Friday of the month at 10 a.m. there is a free lecture with refreshments in the Franciscan Center followed by a Presentation of a Hot Topic at 11:30 a.m.

Lunch and lively discussion follow in the Franciscan Center Board Room for $10 members/$15 non-members. Feb. 21 will feature “Grandparents: their positive impact on the next generation,” presented by Bill Geha, Prevention and Intervention coordinator for the Sylvania Schools, codirector of America’s Pride Drug Prevention Team, and director of P.E.A.C.E. Project - a grandpa himself of 11.

There are the classes and special events for which you can register in advance offered by talented professionals with a myriad of expertise ranging from the arts, written word, genealogy, history, and more. You’ll find these opportunities delineated in a 14page booklet prepared by Megeath. Contact her to register at lifelong@lourdes.edu or call 419/824-3707.

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M IKE JONES TOWNSHIP TOPICS Zoning Board appointment Sylvania Township trustees have re-appointed Tom Helberg to the Board of Zoning Appeals. He served as chairman when his term expired Dec. 31. His new term is for five years.

The trustees also re-appointed Amanda Siek to the board as an alternate. Her term will expire in one year.

Trustees also re-appointed John King to the Sylvania Township Zoning Commission. That term runs five years. They also re-appointed Robert Sabo to a one-year term as an alternate member of the commission.

Roads John Zeitler, Sylvania Township administrator, told trustees at their most recent meeting that he had received several email messages praising township road crews for their work after the recent heavy snowfall. He noted that as administrator, email messages are often complaints, but that the work done by the road department had moved a lot of people to comment on the hard work and efficiency of the crews.

Gregory W. Huffman, public service director, said his crews have done a great job and that the equipment had held up well. During the Jan. 8 meeting of the trustees he noted that township crews had begun working a schedule of 12-hours-on and 12-hours-off since 2 a.m.

Jan. 1. There was a break in that cycle over the past weekend but his department had been hard at work since the beginning of the year.

To illustrate the severe cold of the storm, Mr. Zeitler mentioned that moisture had gotten on the salt being carried by crews on the rear bed of snowplows and that it had frozen the salt that was meant to melt ice. He told trustees that trucks had to return to have the salt broken up with backhoes.

Sylvania Township Fire Chief Jeff Kowalski also publicly thanked Mr. Huffman and his crews for delivering extra salt to the scene of a house fire on Blossman Road. He noted road crews had brought out a large amount of salt and spread it around the fire trucks to reduce the chance of firefighters falling on slick and irregular surfaces while fighting the blaze.

GenoaBank Marty Sutter, president and CEO of GenoaBank, said he was "very, very happy to be here in Sylvania Township," just before he ceremonially broke ground for a new branch bank at Monroe Street and Whiteford Road.

Sylvania Township trustees John Jennewine and Neal Mahoney represented the township as they wielded shovels with other area officials at the event.

As a nod to the chilly weather, the occasion was brief but Mr. Sutter stressed that GenoaBank viewed itself as a part of each community where it has a presence and looked forward to being part of Sylvania Township.

Construction has begun on the site with a plan that it will be open for business later this year. The site is the former location of Sylvania Township fire station No. 3, which is now about a block north on Whiteford and Haddon roads.

Fire station construction costs Sylvania Township trustees have approved what are likely the last changes in payments due to the two principle companies in the construction of the new No. 1 fire station.

The total approved changes for the project is $67,629 to Mosser Construction and $3,200 to Vetter Design Group, the architectural firm for the new station in downtown Sylvania.

John Zeitler, township administrator, said the figure amounted to 3.5 percent of the total originally estimated cost of the entire project.

He noted that change orders in the construction of the No. 2 fire station amounted to 4.38 percent above the original estimate and that

the change orders for the No. 3 fire station amounted to 6.94 percent.

Mr. Zeitler told the trustees that those involved in the project, “worked really well as a team,” and were able to keep costs down.

Fire contract approved Sylvania Township trustees have approved a three-year contract with the union representing firefighters for the township. John Zeitler, township administrator, said there will be no raise in the base pay for firefighters, but each will receive a one-time payment of $750. There is a re-opener for wage negotiations in each of the final two years of the contract.

Mr. Zeitler said that neither the administration nor the labor unit got all of what they had hoped for during negotiations, but that he was pleased with the recognition given to the financial constraints of the township.

The contract covers 57 firefighters who are represented by Local 2243, International Association of Firefighters. The contract, which was approved earlier by the union membership, is retroactive to Jan. 1.

Mr. Zeitler said negotiations with the police union have reached an impasse and issues will be referred to a fact finder.

The township fire department is responsible for emergency medical services and fire protection for both the township and the city of Sylvania.

Trustees John Jennewine was sworn in as a township trustee prior to the group's most recent meeting and was later elected chairman of the trustees. Many of his family members watched in the trustees' meeting room as the oath was administered by David Simko, township fiscal officer. It is the beginning of Mr. Jennewine's second four-year term as a trustee.

Neal Mahoney was elected vice chairman for the current year.

Mr. Simko had earlier administered the oath to John Crandall, newly elected trustee.

Zoning board of appeals Members of the Sylvania Township board of zoning appeals re-elected Tom Helberg as chairman of the panel at its first meeting of the year. He was recently appointed to a new fiveyear term on the board by Sylvania Township trustees. Al Hayes was elected vice chairman.

He is replacing John Amos, who told board members that it is probable he will be moving from the area before the end of the year.

The board also voted to change its meeting time from 6 p.m. on the first Monday of each month to 4 p.m. on the first Monday of each month.

CRAIG STOUGH MAYOR’S MESSAGE

Winter Storm Challenges Early this January, Sylvania and northwest Mayor Craig Stough Ohio faced the severest winter weather in many years. Temperatures 15 degrees below zero, strong winds and more than 20 inches of snow on the ground challenged our resources. The Lucas County Sheriff twice declared a Level 3 Snow Emergency and schools were closed for a week.

The City of Sylvania responded with the largest effort of overtime, equipment and materials in recent memory to clear the roads and keep our residents safe. In all, 586 man hours and 425 tons of road salt were used during the ten days of winter weather in late December and early January. The Streets Division crews worked 12-hour shifts around the clock to keep the plows on the road.

A tour of the city on Tuesday afternoon after the storm revealed most roads plowed, though often ice covered due to the inability of road salt to work in the very low temperatures.

Despite the Level 3 Snow Emergency, grocery

stores, pharmacies, gas stations and several restaurants remained open. Traffic was light on the slippery roads, which reduced potential accidents, but parking lots at open businesses were busy.

A total of 10 traffic crashes were responded to by the Sylvania Police Division, five of those on US 23, three with injuries. The worst was a jack-knifed truck on US 23 near Monroe Street that closed the road for several hours. Four street lights and two pedestrian crossing lights were struck and knocked down during the slippery weather.

As the weather warmed, road salt was spread to clear ice down to the pavement. In the downtown area, snow was loaded onto dump trucks and hauled away to make room for parking and businesses to reopen.

The city of Sylvania has many dedicated and hardworking employees. Our streets were among the first cleared in the area. Utility crews responded to frozen waterline problems.

The Police Division responded to calls and kept our community safe. Key administrative personnel manned City Hall to answer the phones, respond to problems and keep city government operating.

Thank you to our excellent public servants, and to everyone in Sylvania for responding to the severe winter weather with patience, planning and endurance. Sylvania suffered no major tragedies or lasting damage, and is safely back to normal and ready for the next challenge.

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REALESTATE Sylvania Area Real Estate Transfers Courtesy of www.toledolegalnews.com December 23, 2013 - January 10, 2014 BUYERS ADDRESS

SELLERS Walter, J. Trustee West Central Properties LLC. Kaul, A. SABA Custom Homes LLC. Swade, A. McGowan Northwoods LTD. Sylvania Business Plaza LLC. Wagner, W & A. Trustees FW Spec Partners LLC. Ruff, N. Fulroth, R & N. Abrams, J. Williams, T. & J. Cappelletty, D. Bank of America Templin, M. Trustee Saba Custom Homes LLC. Schober, E. Weating, D. & D. HABC Bank USA, Trustee Leiby, S & R. Metamora State Bank Paterwich, G. Patterson, K. Howard, H. Howard, H. Lowery, A. Beckmann, M. I.P.E. LLC. Pasrijija, R. Trust Company of Toledo West Central Properties LLC. Michelle Construction LLC. Carlson, G. & K. Wilson, T. Trustee Tellman, Morris & Keffer LTD. Monroe Street Market SquareLLC Skaff, J. Louisville Title Agency for NWO.

Grisier, B. Farzade Of Toledo Inc. Yant, M. Etal Dillon, M. & L. Coventry, G. & D. Zeitouni, N. Sylvania Business PlazaII LLC Ridi, L. Stark, D. Bauer, B & C. Jabaly, M. Thompson, J. & S. Osborne, L. & A. Azoni, S. Etal Guntsch, B. McIntyre Properties LLC. Church, C. Leestma, B. Boddu, S. & S. Glass City Properties LLC. Clevenger, B. Seiler, J. Kabour, A. Clemens, R. & V. Langendorfer, D. Langendorfer, D. Coltury, J. Brown, D. & A. Chelliah, S. & C. Gilliam, A. Dombrowski, C. & E. Farzade of Toledo INC. Bauer, J. & A. Johnson, S. & V. Hitchner, C. & K. Nidaa Properties LLC. DFG-HL Monroe LLC. Roehers, T. Liber, C. Trustee

5305 Lynnhaven Dr. 8256 Central Ave. 7314 Glynn Ct. 5518 Waterbrook Ct. 9211 Windy Brook Ct. 4714 Tow Path Ln. 8432 Central Ave. 5703 Mallard Pointe Ln. 8924 Birchfield Rd. 6013 Eaglewood Dr. 7460 Whispering Oak 3735 Farmbrook Dr. 5303 Brandy Ln. 4347 Appomattox Dr. 5133 Brinthaven Rd. 6601 Lincoln Pkwy.

5470 Waterbrook Ct. 7102 Grenlock Dr. 2243 Stonybrook Blvd.

5534 Altsheler Dr. 5647 Dornell Dr. 2440 Vaness Rd. 2331 Underhill Rd. 5462 Citation 4538 Brittany Rd. 4542 Brittany Rd. 2130 The Bluffs 2149 The Bluffs 2452 Orchard Hills Blvd.

5632 Kirkland Rd. 5410 Citation Rd. 8256 W. Central Ave. 7048 Altonbrough Dr. 8019 Bancroft St. 2931 Glaston Oaks 7459 W. Central Ave. 5329 Monroe St. 4145 Forestlawn Rd. 5415 Coldstream Rd.

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SYLVANIA HISTORICAL VILLAGE Needs Volunteers To Bring The Past To Life!

• Unique, hands-on activities • Our developed programs are fun & easy to present • Flexible schedules – fall, spring, & special events like Fossil Fest, Fall Festival & Holiday Happenings • Period clothing provided • Fun, friendly atmosphere • Opportunities for students to earn service hours

For info call the Sylvania Historical Village at 419/882-4865 or e-mail hist.village@sylvania.sev.org

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

4149 and 4159 N. Holland-Sylvania Sylvania Township

Monthly rent includes: * Water, gas & electric * Janitorial service * Conference rooms * Free Storage space *Beautiful Landscaping *Backyard Pergola *Spacious Parking lot Ask about the 3-Month Rent FREE Options with certain leases to assist with your business!

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

CLASSIFIEDS SERVICES PAINTING BY DAVE Interior, Exterior 25+ years experience.

FREE ESTIMATES! 419/882-3776 ALL AROUND ANYTIME HOME CLEANING Need Help with Cleaning and Organizing Bi-Weekly or Weekly Openings Call Cindy G's Cleaning Service Free Estimates-Call on Openings 567-288-6625

FOR SALE TAKE OVER A LEASED CAR CONTRACT 2012 Honda Civic, leased date was 8/23/2012, 15,000 miles. A 36 month lease (20 months left ) but can turn car in 30 months (14 months left).

Dark grey and perfect condition! Payments are $215.83 a month. 419-348-1318 ask for Sharon.

FOR SALE BOWFLEX XTL POWER PRO Solid - Versatile - On wheels Moving power rods. $200.

419/478-1700

HURLEY’S PAINTING Interior/Exterior • Paper Removal Deck Staining Quality Work • Reasonable Prices FREE ESTIMATES CALL 419/882-6753

BRAND NEW! 2012 HARLEY SPORTSTER 1200C Just 78 miles! $8,500 or make offer 419/882-8473

PAINTING - WALLPAPERING - PAPER REMOVAL BG PAINT & WALLPAPER SINCE 1986 Wallpaper removal, wall repair, borders, murals.

Interior/exterior painting.

Brian 419/474-7323

CLASSIFIEDS Buy Local ~ Sell Local CONVENIENT ~ INEXPENSIVE ~ EASY 7 - first 20 words 35¢ ea. additional word Box/picture/logo: $5

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419/725-2695 graphics.sylvaniaadvantage@gmail.com

REAL ESTATE FOR LEASE

OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE Maplewood Marketplace in Downtown Sylvania, 2 units; upper unit 570sf, 1st floor unit 1,100sf.

For more information call 419/885-0482

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE REAL ESTATE FOR SALE Loch Erin lakefront 3 BR, 3 BA home in Irish Hills.

Many amenities. Walk out basement. 2.5 car attached garage. Motivated sellers.

Call Jan at Faust Real Estate, LLC 517-673-6456.

DRIVERS WANTED Home Weekends! Full Benefits, Retirement; Vacation; Aflac.

Steel Hauling exp a Plus.

2yrs exp, 23yoa. candgdispatch@yahoo.com Missy or Gary: 419-288-3087 AVON REPS NEEDED Earn extra money or make it a career. Schedule your own hours and get paid every two weeks.

Call Sharon at 419/346-8928

CHILD CARE

ONE CALL HOME REPAIRS/REMODELING FROM CHANGING A LIGHT SWITCH TO TOTAL REMODELING 419/205-9600

SPACE FOR LEASE Sylvania Area - Schultz Drive - Off Alexis (Near Expressway) 5425-1800 sf warehouse with O.H. door 5427-1800 sf offices with warehouse or 3600 sf 419-344-0275

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED Office/Personal assistant needed for small busy office– Part time 5-15 hours a week.

Must be organized and willing to take direction.

Good communication skills a necessity Some computer experience helpful. Must be able to multi task, to stay on task.

Must be willing to run errands.

Flexible hours. No weekends. Some evenings.

Starting date – Feb 2014 Send resume in to 6600 Sylvania Ave Suite 240, Sylvania, Ohio 43560. Attn: OWNER

PEST CONTROL Ants, Termites, Bed Bugs, Mice, Box Elders, Bee/Wasps Tom’s Pest Control - Holland, OH 419/868-8700 www.citytermiteandpest.com

HARRIS LANDSCAPING Now scheduling winter tree work. Winter discounts available. Specializing in tree and shrub pruning, stump grinding and tree removal.

Seasoned firewood.

419/276-1267 A TO Z HAULING AND DEMOLITION Home clean outs, yard work, moving, light demolition. Disaster clean up OUR FAST AND HARD WORKING STAFF IS WAITING FOR YOUR CALL! 419/205-9600

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MISS DIANA’S PRESCHOOL & CHILDCARE Academically, educational and structured.

Newborns to age 12. Before and after school children. Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Excellent references 419/810-2050

HELP WANTED Opportunities for 50-plus talent.

Earn extra money part time Writers, researchers and event planners to plan monthly educational events needed for baby-boomers resource center Send resumes to: PO Box 1095, Holland, OH 43528 or call 419/865-8503 COOK WANTED Cook neded to prepare traditional Mexican dishes such as tamales, enchiladas, chimichangas, chile rellenos, etc. Experienced. Call for salary offered. Mail resume to Morales Enterprises LLC. DBA Cinco De Mayo Amigos Cantina, 6975 West Central Ave. Toledo Ohio, 43617 Equal opportunity employer. Those who are not authorized to work permanently in the United States need not apply.

TRADE SHOW ASSOCIATES MARKETING REPRESENTATIVE EverDry is currently seeking high energy Marketing associates to staff various trade show events. We are expanding rapidly and are in need of several new associates to fill these positions. The ideal candidate should have the desire to work with the public.

Having your own transportation and a clean driving record a MUST! Flexible hours -- hourly wage, weekly and monthly bonuses, and travel reimbursement. No Selling Involved.

Be a part of a 28+ year company that is a member in good standing of the BBB. Call 419-841-6055

Premiere Tax Service Get your taxes done right….

Professional, Low Cost, Personal Service

419/467-6579 Call for an appointment!

Pick up and Delivery service available! • Personal professional advice when you need it.

Strengthening Sylvania One Family at a Time

For more information on our Social Services please contact Dottie VanDrieson, 419-882-8415, Ext. 23 dvandrieson@ambt.net For more information on our Youth Programs please contact Danielle Kisch, 419-882-8415, Ext. 29 dkisch@ambt.net For more information on our Youth Diversion Program please contact Bob Kolasinski, 419-882-8415, Ext. 22 diversion@ambt.net

5440 Marshall Road Sylvania, OH (419) 882-8415

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Sylvania Recreation District

Kindergarten - Deadline: February 5 5th - 8th Grade - Deadline: February 7