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Leaf Raking Northview Interact students Morgan Bartos, Andrea Almeida and Maizy Crandall raked leaves for a senior citizen on Todd Road.

Shop at Small Businesses on Small Business Saturday BY LINDA BOWER, PH.D.

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Downtown Delights Jenny Sampson and her mother Suzy Bond took time out from shopping to enjoy lunch during the annual pre-holiday shopping experience.

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Everyone’s heard of “Black Friday,” (the big box stores’ sales on the day after Thanksgiving) and “Cyber Monday,” (online stores’ sales on the Monday after Thanksgiving). Now add “Small Business Saturday” to the list. Beginning in 2010, American Express has promoted the Saturday after Thanksgiving to encourage shoppers to spend at locally owned, independent brick-andmortar stores. “Buy Local” movements have picked up steam throughout the United States but the growth of big-box stores and Internet shopping have affected locally owned firms. In a long-term study of independent and chain stores conducted by American Express, the market share of locally owned independent businesses declined from 59 percent in 1990 to 48 percent in 2009.

Why are small businesses important to the local economy? Looking at 27 independent dominated business districts studied by Civic Economics, the average district employed over 1,800 workers. Residential neighborhoods served by a successful independent business district gained, on average, 50 percent more in home values than their citywide markets over the last 14 years. Locally owned businesses are important. Luckily for those in the Sylvania area, there is a myriad of small businesses from which to choose. Local shoppers can purchase almost everything they may need or want within city and township boundaries. Shoppers can purchase items from furniture to window treatments for their homes or offices. They can find fashions to suit a variety of tastes and budgets for men and women. Shoppers can also purchase baked goods, toys, books, sports

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Rotary Pancakes Lindsay and Benton Cole and their children Alison and Gavin enjoy the pancakes.

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INDEX Congratulations

Community Events 3-7 A Holiday Inspirations 8-12A

Business News 13-16A Healthy Helena 17A Downtown News 1-4B Sylvania Scene 5-7B School News 3-4C Sports News 5-7C Lourdes News 8C Community Affairs

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Standing, L-R: Northview Athletic Director Chris Irwin, Kevin Danzeisen, Southview, 1987, baseball, soccer, basketball; Kevin Mitchell, Southview basketball coach; Stuart Jones, Sylvania 1975, football, basketball; Keith Page, Sylvania 1975, basketball, Dan Pierce, Northview 1982, football, basketball, baseball; Khary Campbell, Southview 1997, football; Southview Athletic Director Susie Felver. Seated, L-R: Rachael Yockeu Randall, Northview 2000, volleyball, basketball, softball; Harold Burch, Burnham 1952, Pam Kreuz, Northview, 1993, volleyball, basketball, softball, Ron Wallace, Northview basketball, and football coach and Jerry Sigler, Northview basketball, and softball coach. Not pictured, Anthony Mance, Southview 2001 cross country and James Rodebaugh, Burnham 1956 basketball, football were inducted into the 2014 seventh annual Sylvania Athletic Foundation’s Athletic Hall of Fame on Nov. 1. Photo by John Crisman, AssetWare Inc.

Follow the Fifth Annual Art Trail for Great Art The fifth annual Holiday Art Trail on Dec. 5 an 6 Downtown Sylvania will include 14 sites. Art Galleries and studios in the Sylvania are be open Friday, Dec. 5, 5 to 8 p.m. and Saturday, Dec. 6, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Each of the stops along the trail will offer light snacks and wine tastings, demonstrations and art for sale. The event organized by the Sylvania Community Arts Commission, offers an opportunity to select holiday gifts for friends and family. Stops include For the Love of Art, 4027 N. Holland-Sylvania Rd.; American Gallery, 6600 Sylvania Ave. in Saxon Square; Sylvania Schools Art Exhibit, Lourdes University Arts and All

Good Things Gallery on the Lourdes University Campus; Mary Weiss & Friends, 14 Winding Creek Place; Frameworks in Mayberry Square; Ann Tubbs Studio, 8029 Sterns Rd.,, Ottawa Lake, Mich.; Interrupt Marketing, 6622 Maplewood Ave., TREO Restaurant, 5703 N. Main St., SCAC Pop-Up Gallery on Main Street in the open store front, SpaceBar, 5687 N. Main St.[ Hudson Gallery, 5645 N. Main St.; and the River Centre Foundation Studio, 5465 Main St. For more information on the Holiday Art Trail, visit www.SylvaniaArts.org.

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items and equipment, flowers, coins, jewelry, musical instruments, computer equipment and accessories, sewing supplies, hardware, specialty foods, and much, much more in Sylvania and Sylvania Township. The advantages of shopping local are many. First and foremost, friendly, helpful service is the watchword in small, local shops where the store owner is more than likely your clerk. If you are a repeat customer, the shop owner and other staff know you by name. They also know what you like and will help you find what you are looking for, saving you time and effort. Many times, store owners and their staff will alert you when a special item arrives in the store or they will be willing to put something aside so you don’t miss out on an item you want. In addition, shoppers will not have to wait in long lines in small, locally owned stores. Also, parking is close by and shops are easily accessible. This year, several local businesses are planning specials for the Saturday shopping day. Choconotes, 5665 N. Main St., will feature its holiday packages of eight premium milk chocolate or eight premium dark chocolate cards. “You can just slide the holiday card from under the plastic sleeve covering the Choconotes to personalize the card and slide it back for a special sweet treat,” Choconotes owner Tom Prescott said. Carol Matrisciano of Chic Happens, 5693 N. Main St., is offering 20 percent off any item for shoppers who bring in a gently used item of clothing, shoes or boots for abused women that they can wear for job interviews. C'est la Vie, 5627 N. Main St., will have 20 percent off merchandise in the store. Shannon Schwanbeck, owner of Merle Norman of Sylvania, 6626 Monroe St., and her staff will offer customers who buy skin care SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY TO 15A

Spirit of the Season Invades Downtown Sylvania Storefronts Merchants in downtown Sylvania are planning to “paint the town” in holiday colors, or at least their store windows or storefronts in time for Santa’s arrival on Saturday, Dec. 6 at Holiday Happenings. Business owners will vie for top decorating honors in this first-ever Downtown Sylvania Association holiday decorating contest and the public will determine the winning entry. Clip a ballot from the Dec. 3 issue of Sylvania AdVantage, or pick up a ballot during Holiday Happenings to vote for a favorite storefront decoration. Voting is also available on Facebook.

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Wambold-Bott Nuptials

Katie Wambold and Charles Bott were married by Fr. James Bacik on Aug. 2 at St. Joseph Catholic Church with a reception at Lourdes Franciscan Center. Out of town guests stayed at the Wingate Hotel and the barbecue theme rehearsal was at a friend’s home. The wedding cake was designed by the bride and created by her grandmother, Barbara Hagen.The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Wambold of Sylvania. She graduated from The University of Toledo with a bachelor’s degree in health information administration and continued her education, receiving a master’s degree in healthcare administration from the University of Maryland University College. She works for ProMedica as an EpicCare Ambulatory analyst in the information technology department. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Bott of Wadsworth, Ohio. He graduated from The University of Toledo with a Bachelor of Education degree and works as an intervention specialist in the Washington Local School System and also serves as the varsity assistant boy’s basketball coach at Whitmer High School. The couple met through friends at Corpus Christi Church, while attending The University of Toledo. They currently reside in Lambertville, Mich.with their dog, Lucy.

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Hetzel-Shock Wedding Autumn Hetzel and Michael Shock were united in marriage Oct. 18 at Olivet Lutheran Church with a reception following at Treo Restaurant. The bride is the daughter of Allen and Sandy Hetzel. She graduated from ITT in visual communications and operates her graphic arts company, Emmett 23 Graphics, and owns Sodbuster Bar with Matt Smith and Frank Bobroski. The groom’s parents are Richard and Debra Shock. He graduated from The University of Toledo and is an internal sales representative for Wimsatt Building Company. The couple loves to travel, root for the Red Wings, drink wine and spend as much time together as possible despite working different schedules.

Welcome New Arrivals! Sophia Harrigan, the daughter of Lea MacLaren and Patrick Harrigan and the sister of Olivia, was born June 11. She weighed six pounds and 13 ounces and was 19.5 inches long. Her maternal grandparents are Jalna and Ken MacLaren and her paternal grandparents are Sandy and Patrick Harrigan.

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John Matthew McKinney, the son of Edward and Bethany McKinney and brother of Brandon, Cassandra and Isiah, was born Oct. 22 in Toledo Hospital. He weighted 9 pounds and one ounce at birth. His grandparents are Jack and Jean Kledzik of Pickney, Mich. and Jim and Carole McKinney of Waterville.

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IN&AROUNDSYLVANIA ONGOING Boomers Resource Network Boomers Resource Network meets every Thursday at Uncle John’s Restaurant, 11:30 a.m. to noon, followed by educational speakers from noon to 1 p.m. Call 419/865-8503 or visit boomersrn.com for more information. Pet Loss Support Group SylvaniaVet hosts a Pet Loss Support Group meeting at Christ Presbyterian Church, 4225 W. Sylvania Ave. at 7 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month. For details or more information call 419/885-4421. 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 is at 6 p.m.

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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 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. For information, call 419/291-5667. Food Addicts in Recovery Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous meets every Monday night at 7 p.m. at Epworth United Methodist Church, 4855 W. Central Ave., room 206. FA Contact Joyce at 419/699-1007, email jtreat@bex.net or visit foodaddicts.org. Taizé Service A Taizé Service is held the third Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. in the Sylvania United Church of Christ chapel, 7240 Erie St. For information, call 419/882-0048. Mothers Center of Greater Toledo Mothers meet for fun, food and friendship with the Mothers’ Center of Greater Toledo. Reliable and safe childcare provided on Thursdays from 9:45 to 11:15 a.m. McCord Road Christian Church, 4765 N. McCord Rd. Visit www.motherscenter.net for more. Tai Chi Taoist Tai Chi Society classes consist of slow movements that use gentle turns and graceful stretches to improve balance, flexibility, circulation, and strength. Beginner classes meet every Tuesday and Friday from 1 to 2 p.m. at the Elks Toledo Lodge No. 53, located at 3520 Holland-Sylvania Rd. Call 419/537-0131 for information. Aquatic Exercise for Survivors CPW and The Victory Center will offer a new program, Aquatic Exercise for Survivors, at CPW, 3130 Central Park West, on Wednesdays from 6 to 7 p.m. This program is free to all survivors of any type of cancer through a grant from The Rotary Club of Toledo. For

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information, call 419/531-7600. RocketWalk Fittracks A fitness walking program sponsored by The University of Toledo’s Center for Successful Aging will be held every Monday and Wednesday at 10 a.m. through Nov. 28 at Wildwood Preserve, Metz Visitor Center. The free program is open to adults. Classes for beginner, intermediate and advanced fitness levels

with instructor Darci Ault, M.Ed. Call 419/530-520 for more information. Advent Services Starting Nov. 5, Zion Lutheran Church, 8307 Memorial Hwy., Ottawa Lake, Mich., will hold Advent services on Wednesdays at 7 p.m. preceded by a potluck at 6:15 p.m. Pastor Ron Winslow will preside. For more information, call 419/699-2500.

Sylvania Senior Center Nov/Dec Programs The Senior Center hours of operation: Monday 8 am-5 pm, Tuesday 8 am-7:30 pm, Wednesday-Friday 8 am-5 pm Lunch is served from 11:45-12:15 p.m. Mon-Fri; suggested donation for persons who are 60+ is $2.50; non-senior is $5.05. Make reservation by noon the day before. Tuesday Evening Dinner served from 4:30-5:15, $5.50 per person; make reservation by noon the Friday before. Billiards: Mon-Fri open all day, weekly. Computer Lab: open when classes are not in session. Open Gym: open when classes are not in session Quilting & Sewing: Mon, Tue & Thu, 8-12 noon, weekly Woodshop: Tue, Thu & Fri, 1-3, weekly

11/19 Skype: 9-11:00, 2 hr course,* Movie Day: 3rd Wednesday, 1-3, Strength/Balance: Wed 1-2, Fri 10:30-11:30, weekly,* Restorative Yoga: Wed 2:30-4:15, weekly,* 11/20 Managed Care Advocacy: 3rd Thu, 10:30, monthly Chili Dinner: 5-7:00, $6-Adults, $3children 12 & under 11/21 Timed Euchre: Mon & Fri, 12:302:30, weekly 11/24 Quilt Fan-Attics: Mon 9-11:00, weekly 11/25 Blood Pressure Clinic: Tue 8:3011:30 Senior Legal Aid: by appointment only Cinema Studies with Dr. Jan Wahl: last Tue 5:30-7:30, monthly 11/26 Knitting & Crocheting: Wed 9-11:00, Fri 1-2:00, weekly 11/27 HOLIDAY/CENTER CLOSED 11/28 HOLIDAY/CENTER CLOSED 12/1 Quilting & Sewing: Mon, Tue & Thu, 8-12 noon, weekly Basic Computing: 9-11:00, 6 hr course,* Jazzercise: Mon, Wed & Fri 9-10:00, Tue & Thu 8:30-9:30; weekly Strength Training: Mon & Thu 10-11, weekly,*

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Blood Pressure Clinic: 10:30-12:30 Body Recall: Mon, Tue & Thu 11:3012:30, weekly,* Art Studio Class: Tue & Fri 9-11:00, weekly,* Blood Pressure Clinic: Tue 8:3011:30 Call or check online for Tuesday evening after dinner program “St Nickolas, a Fourth Century Hero”, Betty Dorcas Investment Club: 1st Wed, 1:30-2:30, David Patton 1st VP, Merrill Lynch Party Bridge: Thu 1-3:30, weekly Duplicate Bridge: Thu 1-4:00, weekly Flu Shot Clinic: 2-4:00 Writer’s Critique: (1st & 3rd Fri, December only), 1:30-3:00, monthly 55+ Line Dancing: Fridays 2:304:00, $3 at the door Jazzercise: Mon, Wed & Fri 9-10:00, Tue & Thu 8:30-9:30; weekly Strength Training: Mon & Thu 10-11, weekly,* Body Recall: Mon, Tue & Thu 11:3012:30, weekly,* Legal Outreach: 2nd Tue, by appointment, monthly Estate Planning: 3:30-4:30 Call or check online for Tuesday evening after dinner program

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

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IN&AROUNDSYLVANIA • Through April 12, 2015 Dinosaurs Unearthed Experience a new reality with an adventure back in time 65 million years ago with ‘Dinosaurs Unearthed,’ at Imagination Station in downtown Toledo. The state-of-the-art and scientifically accurate exhibition features 14 realistic, full-bodied dinosaurs along with interactives, skeletons, fossils, a predator scene and much more. Call 419/244-2674 or visit imaginationstationtoledo.org. for ticket information.

• Nov. 20 ‘Bullying & Social Media’ Town Hall, 7-8:30 p.m. Bullying & Social Media is the topic of the second Parent Town Hall at the Franciscan Center Board Room at Lourdes University. The program, sponsored by SCAT, features guest speakers Dr. Lisa Pescara-Kovach and Detective Jane Zale. Topics will include the types of bullying and their effects; how to protect your children; how to keep children safe on the Internet and more. The event is free and open to the public. Cooking Healthy Fall Soups, Noon-1 p.m. Find out how to make a super fast ‘warm and comforting’ soup right in the blender with Ashley Daniels, BS Certified Healthy Lifestyle Coaching/Holistic Health Practitioner. The event is at at CPW Health Center, 3330 Central Park West. Call 419/455-6803 for information.

• Nov. 21 95th Annual Toledo Area Artists Exhibition, Reception, 6:30 p.m. Recent and new works by some of this region’s finest artists take the spotlight when the 95th

Toledo Area Artists (TAA) Exhibition opens at the Toledo Museum of Art. There will be 73 works on view in the Museum’s Canaday Gallery. The free exhibition, one of the few remaining shows of its kind in the nation, continues a TMA tradition of celebrating and recognizing the best work by artists in the region. The public is invited to the opening reception in Libbey Court. Doors to the exhibition will open immediately following the 7 p.m. presentation of this year’s awards, which include a $5,000 Best of Show prize.

• Nov. 22 Craft Show, 10 a.m-5 p.m. The annual craft show at the Moose Lodge features handmade gift items, jewelry, stocking stuffers, holiday decorations and much more at the Sylvania Moose Family Center lounge, 6072 N. Main St. Lunch served by the ladies of the Moose Lodge will be available. The event is open to the public. Toledo Elks Lodge Open House, 6-11 p.m. The Toledo Elks Lodge 53, 3520 Holland Sylvania Rd., will hold an public open house featuring the sounds of Senior Class. There is no cover charge and a cash bar and limited food menu will be available. Pet Photos With Santa, 10 a.m-2 p.m. Bring your pet for a photo with Santa to benefit Humane Ohio. University of Michigan and Ohio State University props will also be available so your child or pet can show support for his or her favorite team (with or without Santa). Humane Ohio will also be hosting a pet food drive on Nov 22 at Lambertville Hardware. Bring a donation or purchase it at a discounted price and add points to U of M or OSU team’s ‘score’ for a fun ‘border battle.’ Santa returns for more

pictures at Lambertville Hardware on Saturday, Dec. 6 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Children and family photos are welcome too (with or without a pet/with or without Santa). Photos will be taken on a first come, first serve basis. No appointments. Tigress Studios is donating its time to take the photos and Kohne Camera & Photo is donating the printing. ‘The Highwaymen Live: A Tribute,’ 7:30 p.m. Perhaps the greatest country music super group in history, The Highwaymen – Willie Nelson, Johnny Cash and Waylon Jennings – traveled the world performing country music to millions of fans. Now, ‘The Highwaymen Live: A Musical Tribute’ will perform at Monroe County Community College’s La-Z-Boy Center, Meyer Theater on the main campus at 1555 S. Raisinville Rd. Tickets are $27 and VIP seating is $37 and can be purchased at www.monroeccc.edu/theater, in the Warrick Student Services/Administration Building or by calling 734/384-4272. Group rates, rooms and catering are available. For more information, call 734/384-4201 or tryder@monroeccc.edu. The 2013-14 MCCC Season of Events sponsors are DTE Energy, Michigan Gas Utilities, Monroe Bank & Trust, LaZ-Boy Incorporated, the DTE Energy Foundation and Siena Heights University.

• Nov. 24 Ask the Doc, 7-8 a.m. Jake Heiney, M.D., orthopedic surgeon, will be at CPW Health Center, 3330 Central Park West, to answer questions regarding back pain, joint replacements, foot and ankle injuries, shoulder injuries, osteoporosis, arthritis, carpal tunnel and diabetes. Make Baklava for the Holidays, 7-8 p.m. Learn to make baklava in time for the holidays

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with Audrey Stone in Mayberry Village, 8160 Sunset Ln. The cost is $50 and includes $25 worth of ingredients. Students need to bring a 9inchx16-inch pan, a pastry brush, large sharp knife, and kitchen towel to class. Call 567/3439538 or stone.audrey50@gmail.com for more information.

• Nov. 25 Thanksgiving Service, 7-8 p.m. St. Stephen Lutheran Church, 7800 Erie St., will hold a Thanksgiving service.

• Nov. 26 Thanksgiving Service at Zion Lutheran Church, 7:30 p.m. Zion Lutheran Church, 8307 Memorial Hwy., Ottawa Lake, Mich., will hold a Thanksgiving service with Pastor Ron Winslow presiding.

• Nov. 29 Homespun Howlidays Craft Fair, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. The Friends of the Wood County Dog Shelter is hosting Homespun ‘Howlidays’ craft fair and bake sale at the Wood County Fairgrounds. There will be craft vendors, sandwiches, hourly raffles and homemade baked goods. Proceeds will support veterinary expenses for the Wood County Shelter dogs.

• Dec. 3 Toledo Symphony Concert, 7:30 p.m. The 25th Silver Anniversary Neighborhood Toledo Symphony Orchestra Christmas concert will be held at St. Joseph Church, 5693 N. Main St. Conductor Sara Hobin will lead the orchestra in a program of seasonal and classical music. Tickets are $10 in advance or $18 at the door, are available at the St. Joseph Church Parish Center and after weekend Masses through Nov. 23 or by calling Ann Randolph, 419/8823284.

Holiday Happenings

Sylvania AdVantage graphic designer Elissa Cary and her grandson Philip Stein braved the cold to see Santa arrive.

Ben and Tess DePriest enjoyed the snowman by the stage at Maplewood Park while they waited for Santa.

ylvania’s annual Holiday Happenings will be held Saturday Dec. 6, 4:307:30 p.m. Santa will arrive in a horsedrawn carriage at 4:45 at the Maplewood Mini Park at the corner of Maplewood Ave. and Main St. After being greeted by Mayor Craig Stough and the Town Crier Mike Lieber, Santa will draw the winning tickets for boy’s and girl’s bicycles given away courtesy of the Sylvania Moose Lodge. After the drawing, Santa will lead boys and girls and their accompanying adult to the Sylvania Historical Village where he will visit with children in the depot. In addition, there will be horse-drawn carriage rides through downtown Sylvania. Free cookies and hot chocolate will be

available in the Carriage House. The entire Historical Village will be open to visit and decorated for the holidays. A blacksmith will be demonstrating his trade in the village barn. Young children will be able to string popcorn and cranberries to decorate or to feed to the birds. Another highlight of Holiday Happenings is the opening of the Sylvania Heritage Museum holiday display. Each year, the museum is decorated in in a different theme and this year, “Frozen” will be featured in the children’s room. Santa will be at the Heritage Museum for visits and pictures on Thursdays Dec. 11 and 18 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. The museum will also be open for visits on Saturdays and Sundays from 1 to 4 p.m.

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IN&AROUNDSYLVANIA • Dec. 6 Sweets for your Sweetie, 10 a.m.-Noon Maumee Bay Kitchen and Bath Join bakers Lee Ann and Brooke Moline as they demonstrate their latest and greatest cookies and cupcake designs and recipes for the holidays. Guests will have an opportunity to participate and create their own goodies. The cost is $20 per person. Classes are held at Maumee Bay Kitchen and Bath, 5758 N. Main St. in Sylvania. Call 419/882-4390 for more information. Southview Band's Santa Breakfast & Holiday Extravaganza 9 a.m.- 2 p.m. Southview High School, 7225 W. Sylvania Ave., will be taken over by Santa and his elves at this family event. Santa photos, face painting, and vendors will be part of the fun. The Southview Jazz Band will be on hand to get guests in the holiday mood. Breakfast and lunch food will be available for purchase. Christmas Festival and Bake Sale, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. The Women of Zion Lutheran Church 8307 Memorial Hwy. Ottawa Lake, Mich. will hold their annual Christmas Festival and Bake Sale featuring cookies at $5 per pound. There will also be crafts, gift items, silent auction and Christmas basket drawings. Lunch will be served from 11 am-1 pm. For more information or to rent a booth for $15 to sell your craft items call Pastor Ron Winslow at 419/699-2500.

• Dec. 7 ‘The Spirit of Christmas’ by Dramatically Inspired Works, 5 p.m. Dramatically Inspired Works presents ‘The Spirit of Christmas’ featuring: DIW Vocals in a musical concert with selections from past plays ‘A

Second Chance at Christmas, ’ ‘The House I Live In,’ ‘Solomon: LoveHim, LeaveHim’ and ‘F.A.C.E.S.’ The event will be held at Central Academy, 2727 Kenwood Blvd. Tours de Noel, Noon-7 p.m. Tours de Noel, sponsored by the Women of the Old West End, will feature tours of six historic homes, a gift boutique at First Congregational Church, 2315 Collingwood Blvd. from Noon to 7 p.m., the annual Arboretum Cookie Walk and much more. Tickets are $12 through Dec. 6 and may be purchased at Hafner’s Florist, 5139 Main St. in Sylvania or the Seasons Gift Shop at the Toledo Botanical Garden, 5403 Elmer Dr. Tickets are $15 the day of the event. Santa will welcome children and adults in Commons Park beginning at 4 p.m. and a tree lighting ceremony will be held at 4:30 p.m. For more information, visit womenoftheoldwestendinc.com.

• Dec. 10 Women With Wings, 7 p.m. ‘Women With Wings,’ a new support group for widows, will meet at Angela’s Angels, 5774 N. Main St. Pat Nowak, author of ‘The ABC's of Widowhood.’ will be the guest speaker.

• Dec. 14 Children’s Christmas Pageant, 11 a.m. St Stephen Lutheran Church, 7800 Erie St., will present a Children’s Christmas Pageant. Sounds of Christmas 3 p.m. Valentine Theatre, 410 Adams St. The Central Catholic Glee Club, Mixed Chorus, Gospel Choir, Concert Band, String Orchestra, the Alumni Glee Club and the Irish Dance Team will perform holiday favorites to celebrate the season at the schools annual ‘Sounds of Christmas’ show. Tickets are $7, $10 and $5 for students. Tickets can be purchased by calling

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A Tribute to Eddie Boggs at Timberstone

Sylvania Town Crier Mike Lieber, Jane Elekerich, Tracey Estep, Diane Friedman, Carl W. Brubaker, Karen Smith, Sherry Fitzpatrick, Jaclyn Smith, Mike Annello, Mike Bader, Susan Peppers, Sandy Gratop, Peter and Rose Gaiffe, Cindy Shunk, Bill Shunk, Gail Brunner, Grace Barton, Chris Boggs, Maryjo Nelson, Jeanne Landry, Jane Spurgeon, Patsey Camp, Margary Guiron and Jen Guiron. The group of Timberstone teachers and friends of the late Eddie Boggs planted a magnolia tree in memory and tribute to him on the grounds of Timberstone Junior High School, where he was a counselor for several years. Central Catholic High School at 419/2552280, ext. 1052, or ordering online. Tickets purchased at the Valentine Theatre box office

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Anne Marie Getz in ‘Prologue’ with her dad and brothers in 1970.

Anne Marie Getz as ‘King of the Mice’ in 1976.

Anne Marie Getz as ‘Frau Stahlbaum’ with Dr.Richard Helldobler 2008.

This year marks the 45th anniversary for Anne Marie Getz to step onto the stage in “The Nutcracker.” Like most young dancers, “The Nutcracker” was the first ballet she performed. The memories of preparing for her first role are still vivid. The hours of rehearsing in the studio, practicing at home, listening to Tchaikovsky’s wonderful score, costume fittings and finally stepping onto the stage for the first time with concentration to stay on her music and follow the choreography to ensure a perfect performance. Throughout the years, Getz has grown as an artist dancing many roles in ‘The Nutcracker,” Although she never danced the dream role of Clara, she continued and gave every bit of her soul and dedication to every production.

on one knee and proposed to her in front of the complete Nutcracker cast and 2,000 audience members. At that very moment the stage was filled with snow from the fly floor and cheers from the dancers and audience alike. She accepted the proposal. “Anne Marie truly is a Sylvania legend,” says her husband Nigel Burgoine, Artistic Director of Ballet Theatre of Toledo. “Every year she plans the rehearsal schedule with me, arranges costume fittings, works on ticket and sweatshirt sales, directs rehearsals and on top of all that, is on stage performing Frau Staulbaum, Clara’s mother. The minute she steps back into the wings she organizes the younger dancers to make sure they are in the right place and concentrating on their role in the production. The years of experience that Anne Marie has behind her are just fabulous memories that she wants to see other young dancers carry on and hopefully there will be more Toledo Legends built through the love for the arts and the beauty of “The Nutcracker.” Ballet Theatre of Toledo, celebrating its 10th year, is presenting the “Nutcracker” on Nov. 28, 29 and 30 at the historic, Valentine Theatre in downtown Toledo. Staging and choreography is by BTT’s Artistic Director, Nigel Burgoine. The production will have professional sets and scenery along with dancers Sarah Hairston and Zack Grubbs from the Cincinnati Ballet as the Snow Queen and Prince and the Sugar Plum Fairy and her Cavalier. Miss Gracie, the dog, will be gracing the stage again as well. The performances will be accompanied by the Ballet Theatre of Toledo Orchestra and Toledo’s Masterworks Chorale will be an addition to the production. Robert Shiels, chief meteorologist for Channel 11 WTOL, and Tony Geftos from Channel 13 ABC will return as Mother Ginger. For more information visit www.ballettheatreoftoledo.org or call 419/861-0895.

Nigel Burgoine proposed to Anne Marie Getz on stage after the performance.

On stage, one of her most favorite roles is the Snow Queen, because of the beautiful music and exhilarating crescendo of dance moves. One of her most memorable moments was when Artistic Director Nigel Burgoine brought her forward following her performance and the production, got down

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WWII Veteran celebrates Nov. 11 with family at his former home site BY MARY HELEN DARAH WWII veteran Paul Dyer wanted to celebrate his 97th year at the site of his once former home. Paul Dyer and wife Justine have fond memories of their family residence that is now Charlie’s Restaurant, located at 6945 W. Central Ave. “I remember the first time they widened Central Avenue back in the 1940s,” states, Dyer. “There were woods all around and very little else. I still remember the spots where we used to hunt morel mushrooms and deer.” Dyer’s wife, Justine, remembers how difficult it was to run a small business during that time. “My husband was a cabinet maker,” she states. “We had an eightparty phone line to run my husband’s

business. Things improved when we got a private line.” The veteran celebrated not only his birthday but Veteran’s Day at the family gathering. “I was part of the invasion of France where we met up with the Russians. It was a tough way to go,” says Dyer. Mrs. Dyer worked for the government during the war and for the Jeep plant. “I also worked at a propeller plant and made the fins that guided the bombs. When the war was over, we were told to go home,” she recalls. The most difficult thing for her during the war was the absence of her husband. “We were married for five weeks when he was drafted,” she remembered. “Four years, eight months, and ten days later he returned home to this spot.”

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L-R seated: Paul Dyer and Mark Burgin, L-R standing: Jeff Thatcher, Amber Burgin, Peggy Thatcher, Justine Dyer, Carol Perry and Aaron Burgin enjoyed the birthday celebration at Charlie’s Restaurant. Paul and Justine Dyer, now living in Napoleon, Ohio, and their family, gathered before heading out to explore the local sights.

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Toledo Zoo: Lights before Christmas 2 Hippo Way, Toledo 419/385-4040 • ToledoZoo.org/lights Light up your holiday by visiting one of Toledo’s finest traditions: The Lights before Christmas. Enjoy dancing lights, carolers, ice carvings and a visit from jolly old St. Nick. New this year are an Ice Slide and live reindeer in the Winter Village. On Dec. 1, 5-7 p.m. hang out with the Toledo Walleye Team at the Zoo amphitheater. Imagination Station presents Frostology 1 Discovery Way, Toledo 419/244-2674 ImaginationStationToledo.org Science is a delightful even if the weather isn’t. Frostology will show the slippery side of snow, make engineers out of elves and create masterpieces from paper. Check out the Frostology calendar of special events.

Nov. 21 and Nov. 22 8 p.m., Nov. 23 2 p.m. ‘The Curious Savage’ by Lourdes Drama Society Performances of this family-friendly production will be held at the Franciscan Center Theater on the campus of Lourdes University, 6832 Convent Blvd. General admission tickets are $10 and seniors are $8. You may purchase tickets at the door prior to each performance or order by phone at 419/824-3999.

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Nov. 28, 7 p.m, Nov. 29, 7 p.m. and Nov. 30, 2 p.m. Ballet Theatre ‘Nutcracker’ Valentine Theatre, 410 Adams, Toledo 419/861-0895 Tony Geftos and Robert Shiels will perform the role of Mother Ginger.

Nov. 29 Christmas at the Peristyle 2445 Monroe Street 419/246-8000 toledosymphony@toledosymphony.com Activities are at 2 p.m. and the concert begins 3 p.m. The songs and stories of the season fill the Peristyle for an event that your family will remember for years to come. The Saturday matinee will feature sing-a-longs, the talented Toledo Opera and a visit from Santa. Uptown Maumee Holiday Lights Parade, 5:30 p.m. Enjoy this Uptown parade that features 50 lighted floats. Cruising Uptown and ending at the Maumee Indoor Theatre where Santa will greet children. Check out the Uptown businesses that are competing in a store front decorating contest. www.maumeeuptown.com/events

Dec. 3, 6:30 p.m., Dec. 6, 10:30 a.m.

Olander Park: Holiday Programs 6930 W. Sylvania Ave 419/882-8313 olanderpark.com/ Wednesday, Dec. 3, 6:30 p.m. - Make a wreath for your holiday decorating. Bring your creativity and TOPS will provide the trimmings. Fee is $10 per person. Meet at Nederhouser Community Hall Saturday, Dec. 6, 10:30 am - Make garden gifts out of recycled materials for the holidays and help the wildlife during the cold weather. Bring one clean half gallon milk or juice container and a few toilet tubes to make a pollinator house and birdfeeders. Meet at Gorman Education Center.

Dec. 5, 5-8 p.m., Dec. 6, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Sylvania ArtTrail The ArtTrail, presented by the Sylvania Community Arts Commission, is back with 14 stops throughout the area including new pop-up gallery space, student work and many artists to meet along the way. www.sylvaniaArts.org.

Dec. 5, 5-9 p.m., Dec. 6, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Dec. 7, Noon-5 p.m.

Heralding the Holidays Wander around the Toledo Botanical Garden and explore the Artist Village, now a winter market. Free horse-drawn carriage rides through the garden, storytellers, Santa Claus, live music, workshops, and a garden elf hunt. Food is available. The Artist Guild open house and demonstrations are also part of the event. www.toledogarden.org

Dec. 6

Holiday Happenings, 4:30-7:30 p.m. A horse-drawn carriage will bring Santa to Sylvania. He will head to the Historical Village where he will be available to hear children’s wish lists and for photos. Don’t miss out on the free cookies and hot chocolate at the Historical Village Carriage House www.cityofsylvania.com Make-a-Wish Holiday Craft Show Lucas County Rec Center Clubhouse 2901 Key Street, Maumee 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The Lucas County Rec Center Clubhouse will be filled with crafts and gift items from local artisans and crafters in perfect time for your holiday shopping needs. Net proceeds from the event will benefit Make-A-Wish, an organization that helps grant wishes for children with life threatening illnesses. Breakfast with Santa at Sylvania, 9 a.m. -12 a.m. Southview High School 7225 W. Sylvania Ave., Sylvania 9 a.m. -12 a.m. Mingle and visit with Santa for breakfast at Southview High School. Family Fun for all including face painting, coloring pages and a kid friendly raffle. The event sponsored by the Southview Band Boosters, will feature holiday tunes performed by the Southview Jazz Band. There will be opportunities to take your own photo with Santa and his elves.

Dec. 6-Dec.14

Holidays in the Manor House, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Wildwood Preserve, 5100 W. Central Ave. Tour the beautifully decorated former Stranahan Estate at Wildwood Preserve. Free Stop by the Holiday Café and Craft Show in Metroparks Hall for snacking and shopping. www.metroparkstoledo.com Festivities in the Farmhouse East Entrance to Wildwood Preserve, 5100 W. Central Ave., Toledo Saturday and Sunday, December 6 and 7 & Saturday and Sunday, December 13 and 14 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Activities include unique, creative, fun holiday crafts for kids. Readers from Read for Literacy will be in the house reading children’s holiday stories. Santa just may stop by to visit as well. Apple cider and snacks provided. No fee and no reservations required. www.metroparkstoledo.com

Dec. 7

Annual Christmas Concert at the Franciscan Center Lourdes College 6832 Convent Blvd. 7:30 p.m. This annual concert with feature the seasonal sounds of the season. Music will be provided by the Lourdes Choir and the Maumee Community Band. There is no admission fee for this event. Holiday Open House at Fort Meigs 29100 W. River Road Perrysburg, Ohio 419/874-4121 Join in activities at the visitor center to celebrate the holidays. The War of 1812 soldiers and civilians will be on hand to provide demonstrate and answer questions. Enjoy holiday music, refreshments and hands on activities.

Dec. 12-27

Children’s Wonderland, 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Sylvania Tom-O-Shanter 7060 Sylvania Ave., Sylvania Call 419/885-1167

Dec. 13, 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.; Dec. 14, 2 p.m. Toledo Ballet: The Nutcracker Stranahan Theater The Toledo Ballet presents the 74th annual Nutcracker. The ballet is the family favorite and a treasured holiday tradition for many. For tickets 419/381-8851 or www.toledoballet.org.

Dec. 17

Chanukah at the Mall, 5 p.m. Franklin Park Mall, Toledo Light the first candle on the Menorah as a community! Music, latkes, doughnuts, kid’s activities and more. No charge.

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Ready to Shine as Clara in the 74th annual Nutcracker BY MARY HELEN DARAH Fourteen-year-old Nora Light is ready to perform the coveted role of Clara in the upcoming Toledo Ballet’s 74th annual Nutcracker. Performances will be held at the Stranahan Theater on Dec. 13 and 14. Light will be performing the role she shares with Elizabeth Stuart at the Friday student performance and the Saturday evening performance. Light has been dancing for 11 years and is excited to perform the role of Clara. “Ever since I started dancing I had a dream of being Clara. It’s one of the main reasons I started dancing,” she says. Light is home schooled and is committed Nora Light prepares for her role as Clara in the Toledo Ballet's upcoming Nutcracker.

Holidays for Heroes donations needed The staff at Hires Dental Care is partnering with Heroes in Action to collect much needed items for the military this holiday season. Bring in any of the items listed below to the Hires Dental Care office, 3951 W. Sylvania Ave. before Dec. 2. The staff and Heroes in Action will package and send the donations to the troops. Personal Items: Hand Sanitizer, Chap Stick, Shaving Cream, Disposal Razors, Soap, Toothpaste/Brushes, Floss, Baby Wipes, Foot and Body Powder, White Athletic Socks, Small packs of Kleenex, Toilet paper, Shampoo/conditioner (small bottles), Mosquito Repellent [no sprays/aerosols/liquids], Unscented Moisturizing Hand Lotion and Body Wash. Powdered Drinks: Gatorade, Tang, Lemonade, Hot Chocolate, Crystal Light [On-The-Go], Tea, Coffee. Sweets/Snack Foods: Pre-Packaged Cookies, Flavored Coffee Cream, NonMelting Candy – Twizzlers, Gum, Nuts, Trail Mix, Granola Bars, Dried Fruit, Fruit Rollups, Tuna Creations, Pop-Top Cans of Soup, Fruit, Puddings, Ravioli, SpaghettiO’s, Peanut Butter On-The-Go, Instant Oatmeal. Snack Pack Size: Cereal, Fritos, Pretzels, Chips, Cheese Crackers, Microwave Easy Mac, Popcorn, Ramen Noodles, Power Bars, Beef Jerky (no pork). Miscellaneous: Sports Magazines, Disposable Cameras, AAA and AA Batteries, Travel Games, Deck of Cards, Puzzle books, Stationery, Zip lock bags (Freezer/ Sandwich/Snack Size) for bagging items, Knitted stocking hats (dark colors), Hand warmers. Seasonal: Christmas stocking hats / six-to eight-inch Christmas trees / small ornaments Christmas / Valentine / Easter cards, etc. – signed or blank. Phone Cards: Use AT&T. Monetary Donations: Make all checks payable to Heroes In Action. Donations Are tax deductible.

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to her studies and to dance. A typical week will find her practicing at the Toledo Ballet three to four hours a day, six days a week. “My favorite subjects are math and science and I love to dance because you can express yourself without speaking. I want to be a surgeon or a professional dancer,” she said. Light is most excited to share the experience with her mother Sara Light. “She is really excited,” says Light. “I am the first dancer in the family.” Light is also thankful for her friends and family for helping her through the “whole process.” She feels the experience of performing the role of Clara has pushed her and she continues to try harder but as she says, “not enough to stress out.” When her time as Clara comes to an end, Light

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Mindy’s Mittens have become a holiday ‘shopping must’ at Fall Festival Two years ago, Mindy Henry brought over 50 pair of mittens she had made from recycled wool sweaters to Sylvania’s Fall Festival to see if they would sell. To her amazement, she sold out in a short amount of time. “I couldn't believe it,” she said. “My mother, Julie Burchfield, had seen this type of mitten several years ago and had been urging me to make them ever since. Even though I love to sew, I really wasn't all that interested in making mittens.” Despite her daughter's lack of enthusiasm, Burchfield began making and selling mittens in local boutiques in southwest Michigan. And, she continued to encourage her daughter to do the same thing. “She never gave up and finally I relented and made my first 50 pair of mittens. My mother was right and when I saw how quickly those mittens sold, I realized that this was a business I could pursue. Since then, I am finding that I really enjoy the whole process and I love making these mittens,” she said. Two years later, Henry has settled into a year-round routine with help from her five children. “I start making mittens in February with help from my children who each have specific jobs. We start early so we can be ready for the different shows where I sell

mittens. First and foremost is the Fall Festival, where this all began. I also go to the Ida Winter Festival and several other shows,” she stated. In addition, Henry accepts special orders and can custom make mittens from specific sweaters. Last year, she made 12 pair of mittens for the daughters and grandchildren from three sweaters belonging to their mother and grandmother who had passed away. “That was a very special order and I loved completing the mittens because they meant so much for the family,” she recalled. For most of her mittens, Henry uses recycled sweaters she receives or buys from thrift stores, which she first “felts” by washing the sweaters in very hot water. Everything is used and there is very little waste according to Henry. Fronts and back are cut and lined with fleece. My children help me to make mittens in batches of 50 pairs,” she said. “It truly is a family affair.” According to Henry, “A pair of mittens tales approximately one hour to make from start to finish but, each pair is a labor of love.” This year, Henry has added recycled denim to the palms of some of her mittens. “This makes the mittens more durable and makes it easier for driving,” she said

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Sears elected Majority Floor Leader of Ohio House State Representative Barbara Sears (RMonclova Township) was again selected by the 131st Republican Caucus to serve as the Majority Floor Leader of the Ohio House of Representatives. The Majority Floor Leader is responsible for the development and implementation of the agenda for the caucus. “I am honored to be selected by my peers to serve as the Majority Floor Leader for the Republican Caucus,” said Representative Sears. “Speaker-elect Rosenberger will continue to lead Ohio on a path of economic success and I look forward to being a part of his leadership team.”

Representative Sears serves the 47th House District, which includes parts of Lucas and Fulton counties. Currently serving her third term in the legislature, she is knowledgeable in health policy matters. In addition, she is the senior vice president of employee benefits at Roemer Insurance in Toledo. The House Republican Caucus today selected their entire leadership team for the 131st General Assembly. The official swearing in of new members and the leadership team will occur the first week of January, during opening day ceremonies in Columbus.

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Frameworks owner marks 10 years

L-R: Sylvania Area Chamber of Commerce representatives Laura Bigelow and Cindy Thomas joined Family Home Health Care principles Paul and Rebekah LaFontaine, along with other chamber members John King, Laura Glover, Kate LaCourse and Richard Ruth to cut the ribbon for the new-to-Mayberry Square business.

Ribbon cut to officially open Friends of the Family Home Health Care office in Mayberry Square A ribbon cutting ceremony was held on Nov. 13 to officially open Friends of the Family Home Health Care in Mayberry Square. New owner, Rebekah LaFontaine relocated the company's Southwyck office to Mayberry shortly after she assumed ownership of the firm. “This is a great location for the business. There are a lot of senior citizens who either come here to shop or eat or live here,” she said. “It is also convenient for me as I live nearby. When this space became available, I was excited to move the office here,” she noted. The four-year old company provides a full menu of medical and non-medical services including skilled nursing, physical, occupational, speech therapy, along with companionship and conversation, meal preparation and diet monitoring and housekeeping. Home health care staff also can provide transportation and shopping services, dressing and grooming, and even pet care.

“We offer any of our services for a little time as one hour unlike most other services that have three- or four-hour minimums,” she said. We guarantee every shift so that every one of our clients always has service,” she added. “We also accept higher acuity cases We believe it is very important to focus on the patient and the family and our services don’t just stop at personal care; we also leave the patient with a sparkling clean house,” she said. The locally owned business, established four years ago, has four locations in northwest Ohio and southeast Michigan and has a staff of over 100 registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, State Tested Nursing Assistants and home health care aids along with a 10-member management team. The company has grown to four locations, Waterford Commons in Levis Square in Perrysburg, Monroe and Ann Arbor, Mich.

Michael Calandra of Frameworks in the Shoppes of Mayberry plans to celebrate his 10th year anniversary in business with an open house from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 6. Calandra will also be participating in the annual Art Trail on Friday, Dec. 5 and 6. “This is a perfect way to celebrate being in business for a decade,” Calandra noted. “And I can share the celebration with a great many people who are participating in the Art Trail as well as all of my clients and friends.” In addition, several shops in Mayberry will join Calandra by hosting open houses on the “Candy Cane Trail.” Participating businesses will have giant candy canes in their flower pots outside of their doors. “Visitors and shoppers can follow the candy cane trail, stop in at each participating business and qualify to win a grand prize,” Calandra said. “Santa will be here to add to the festivities and activities planned in different stores.” Calandra, an artist, started framing at a craft store in Monroe, Mich. 32 years ago and moved to a Sylvania frame shop in 1988. Six years later, he opened his own business. “Having my own business allows me the flexibility to do what I need to do artistically. I set up a studio space in the back room and work on my art, or commission work right here in the store. I have made great strides artistically, since I have much more time to work,” Calandra said. Being an artist is definitely an advantage in the framing business according to Calandra. “Since I work as a professional artist, I always see design and color with a creator's eye. I see the possibilities in each project and can work with my clients to help them see it, too,” he said. Mr. Calandra also feels there is a real advantage to a locally owned business. “Everyone seems to really like the idea of doing business locally. Ask any small business owner, they will tell you that no one has more interest in service and pleasing customers than we do.” Calandra has been painting and drawing since he was a young child. “As I got older, I took up oil painting, but experimented with many different media through college. I did

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watercolor, pen and ink, and some acrylic work. Since I opened Framworks, I have been working with an airbrush, colored pencils, and acrylic paint. My subject matter has changed over the years, also. I drew a lot of comic art when I was in my teens, then switched to portrait and wildlife art as I started college. Today, I do mostly airbrushed fantasy and movie related art, he noted. This can mean many different things, but I do a lot of gothic angels, sword and sorcery, and classic horror movie art. I like to do my own work, but I quite often work on few book covers and illustrations for magazines, selfpublished books, and trading cards. I am a cover artist for Heavy Metal, the iconic fantasy magazine that has been around since the 1970s and have my fifth cover coming up soon. I have also worked closely with the cast of the 1968 Night of the Living Dead to create character portraits and commemorative movie poster art.”. “My art also seems to lend itself to the horror, fantasy, sci-fi, and tattoo crowds. I don't think most people realize it’s a big market. I have had quite a few people send me photos of my work that they have tattooed,” he noted. “My work isn't all so dark, though! I have illustrated a children's book written by Mary Papadimos titled “Stronghead Sam-the Cowgirl Hero.”

Optimum ‘CHI’ Studio relocates to Body Defined Optimum “CHI” Studio has recently streamlined and moved business operations from the Oak Tree Center at N. HollandSylvania Road and Sylvania Avenue. According to owner, Cindy Vincent, corrective massage therapy services will continue to be offered at Body Defined located at 6711 Monroe St.,

Bldg. 2 in downtown Sylvania. Vincent said she felt that remaining in Sylvania was imperative in her selection of office space. “I enjoy the quaint atmosphere of the downtown area and patronize the local businesses and support the organizations here. Sylvania has been a great community in which to do business.”

So Now Members Celebrate Fourth Anniversary

Left photo: Deb Olejownik, DJC Core Consulting, LLC, and Jennifer Reynolds Wenzke, So Now Coaching, right photo: Nina Corder, Origami Owl and Mary Nyitray, owner of Optical Arts were part of the fourth anniversary celebration for So Now Professional Network for Women. The Nov. 12 event was held at Chandler Café. The group honored founder Jennifer Wenzke and raised money for its Women in Business Award and The Victory Center. Each attendee chose a Victory Center family to help during the holiday season.

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Libbey, Art of Entertaining, now in Franklin Park Mall for the holidays Libbey, Art of Entertaining, opened in the Franklin Park Mall, 5100 Monroe St., next to Talbots on Nov. 1. Shoppers can find a wide range of glassware, tableware, bakeware and more in the 5,000 square-foot location. “This is a great place to find holiday gifts or to just buy items for your home,” sales associate Jane Sullivan noted. “We have a great selection of stemless wine glasses, wonderful baking glass dishes and even individual pie plates that are all dishwasher-safe. We have outstanding buys on so many items throughout the store,” she added.

“Glassware items make great gifts,” noted Libbey Factory Outlets Operations Manager Sarah Verlinde “While we have a very large inventory of tabletop glassware items, home decoration items and special decorated glassware for the holiday season shoppers can also use the kiosk to order products we don't have here in the store,” she said. In addition to the Franklin Park store, a second Libbey, Art of Entertaining, was opened in Levis Commons along with two in-mall locations in Dayton. These stores will be open through the end of December.

Select Salon Studios opens at the Franklin Shoppes Select Salon Studios has just opened a location in Toledo with a second location coming soon to Maumee. The salon studio business model is the fastest growing concept in the salon industry. It is not new to this part of the country, as there are salon studios in markets like Cincinnati, Dayton and Columbus, Ohio. Many feel this concept is the wave of the future for salon professionals as it appeals to traditional salon employees as well as those renting their own booth space. Once the salon professional understands the business model they realize they can make more money in a salon studio while having control over their own environment. They can hang their own pictures, play their own music and ultimately set the atmosphere they want for their clientele. This concept gives them the ability to own their own salon without all the overhead of employees, utilities and all the administrative duties that come with owning a larger salon.

There seems to be a real trend of salon professionals wanting more control over their destiny, and this is one of the reasons the salon studio model so popular. The salon studio concept has been appealing to hair stylists, color specialists, estheticians, massage therapists, nail technicians and other salon professionals that want to own their own salon. Many like the privacy of their own studio while others like to cross market their services to other salon professionals that are located within the same salon studio location. This concept provides the opportunity to grow a business through networking with others who are not in direct competition with others’ services. Select Salon Studios, the first salon studio in this market, is located in the Franklin Shoppes with Target, Office Max and the new Home Goods and Marshalls.

Joins RE/MAX® Preferred Associates Doug Kwiatkowski, a 10-year veteran in the field of real estate sales, has joined RE/MAX Preferred Associates. With almost 400 home sales and $45 million in volume, he brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the RE/MAX Preferred team. Joining Kwiatkowski in the RE/MAX

Preferred office on Executive Parkway is his licensed assistant, Sheila Dull. She has worked with Realtor Kwiatkowski for three years and will continue as administrative assistant and a buyer’s agent. They will handle sales in both Ohio and Michigan.

Shop Small Business Saturday products at regular price and receive a second item of equal or lesser value at one-half off. The Shoppes in the Village are also offering Shop Small Business Saturday Specials. Raechel Kolling of the Studio in the Village, 5727 N. Main St., said shoppers who stop in can enter a give-away for a chance to win fun prizes. Annette Moriarty, who just opened A Studio at 5725 N. Main St. plans to welcome new customers with in-store specials. Jacquie Olender of Heaven's Gate Soy Candles and her staff plan to offer a gift with each purchase. Shoppers who stop by Lily Whitestone, 5643 N. Main St., will find an array of in-store specials. Tessa Mossing of TK Lanes is inviting shoppers to stop by and check out her inventory of holiday items. She is offering customers who purchase a Chamilia bracelet or bead at full price, half-off a second Chamilia item of equal or lesser value. Hudson Gallery, 5645 N. Main St., is participating in the American Express Small Business Saturday campaign as are a variety of other local merchants. If you wear either Ohio State scarlet and grey or University of Michigan maize and blue, you will received 15 percent off merchandise at Angela'a Angels, 5774 N. Main St. Owner Angela Christensen will also offer store discounts to shoppers who bring in socks that will be donated to Hannah’s Socks. Shoppers will be able to save money as they start crossing off gift items from their list by visiting Ace Neighborhood Hardware as early as Wednesday, Nov. 26 when the company's “Black Friday” sale kicks off and extends through Sunday, incorporating Small Business Saturday. On Friday, Nov. 28, those purchasing

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items of $50 or more will receive 10 percent off. Small Business Saturday, purchases of $30 or less will be half off. Don't forget to stop around the corner of Main Street to visit Ka’Bloom Flowers & Gifts, 6625 Maplewood Ave. and receive a surprise gift. Saxon Square merchants are also celebrating Small Business Saturday. Visitors to The American Gallery, 6600 Sylvania Ave. will receive a free gift with purchases. The Pandeys of Herbally Radiant in Saxon Square, 6600 Sylvania Ave., are hosting their third annual Shop Small Open House Party on Nov. 29 to participate in Small Business Saturday. While picking an organic skin care gift, shoppers can enjoy free antioxidant Rooibos blend tea, exotic delicious Organic Rasgullas (www.organicrasgullas.com), and holiday treats-all from local vendors. Designer and handcrafted jewelry from local vendor Satrangi will be available. Shoppers will receive 20 percent off of all products and 25 percent off all gift cards that day.

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The Sylvanian You Need To Know

The Urrutias, Mark, Andrew, Lisa and Kathryn during a recent vacation in the Marblehead, Ohio lake area.

BY MARY HELEN DARAH Earlier this year, Mark Urrutia received the 2014 Pi Kappa National Fraternity’s Regional Governor of the year award. Urrutia accepted the award in Atlanta, Ga. at the fraternity’s Supreme Chapter meeting. The award honored the Sylvanian for two decades of fraternal volunteer service. Urrutia’s philanthropic spirit and endeavors extend beyond Pi Kappa Phi to the community at large. The AdVantage discussed with the husband, father, philanthropist, businessman and UT fan, his current projects, hopes for the future and why he chose to make his home in Sylvania. How did you become involved in your fraternity and in what capacity are you currently serving Pi Kappa Phi? When I was a junior at The University of Toledo, I was appointed to the National

Council Archons, a group of student advisors from across the country. It was my first experience with the national organization. I volunteered at the local level ever since graduation. About seven years ago, I became a regional governor. It was a great avenue to give back especially since I got so much out of my fraternity experience. Recently new legislation has changed our focus to be more alumni-based. Are you still able to interact with university students on campus? I still interact with the Greeks on the UT campus. I presented a program with the sororities called ‘Response-Ability’ that I also shared with the fraternities. The program addresses bystander responsibility and how to take an initiative and act on it if you see something wrong. I am also involved with ‘The Journey of Hope,’ which is a program that raises money and awareness for people with disabilities. Pi Kappas rode bikes from California to

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Washington D.C. over the summer to raise funds. The participating cyclists raise $7,000 each. The group spends about 24 hours here in Toledo and we make certain they have an enjoyable experience while they are here. What other organizations are on the receiving end of your time and energy? I am also involved in the Boy Scouts as vice president on the board for ‘Scout Reach.’ The program provides experiences for kids who wouldn’t have the opportunity to have a scouting experience such as migrant children or center city kids. We raise money to provide them the same kind of experiences that other kids would be able to have. My son Andrew is also involved in scouting and is working on his Eagle Scout rank at the moment. Why did you choose Sylvania to

raise your family? We moved to Sylvania in 1999. We looked at other areas and honed in on Sylvania for its awesome school system and sense of community. My son Andrew is a junior at Southview and my daughter Kathryn attends Timberstone Junior High School. Actually, I moved my business to Sylvania Township as well. I live, work and play all in the same area. Now that 2014 is winding down, what are you looking forward to in the year ahead? I am a principal agent for Skyway Financial Group and a general agent for Catholic Order of Foresters. I’m in the process of hiring four new agents. I am looking to grow my business in Sylvania and in the very near future, I’m looking forward to the UT/BGSU game!

Toledo Alumni Volunteers: Gary Johnson (Sylvania), Mark Urrutia (Sylvania Township), Lance Talmage (Ottawa Hills), and UT students: Ricky Pearce (Cincinnati), Timmy Schlachter (Sylvania).

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Healthy Helena —

Sugar-free, gluten-free lifestyle made easy

BY HELENA DARAH It’s soon approaching. The holiday where we spend time with our loved ones and appreciate our blessings. Thanksgiving is a time for friends, family, gratitude and, of course, food. It is one of the only times out of the year where you can literally gorge yourself in front of others without judgment. Food comas are acceptable along with unbuttoning the top of your pants and passing out on the couch while open-mouth breathing. We get it. My goal for this article

is to show you some easy substitutions that taste absolutely amazing. Eat away without feeling the guilt this Turkey Day. First, turkey tastes scrumptious and is good for you. It’s a lean meat packed with protein. If you want to be a little more health conscious, stay away from the skin. It’s loaded with fat. Go ahead and fill 1/5 of your plate space with turkey. Start with a reasonable portion, you can always go back for more. Gravy is good, good, good but bad, bad, bad when it comes to nutrition. It is loaded

Healthy Gravy 4 cups of turkey or chicken stock (bring to a simmer in a separate pan) 3 tablespoons of butter 1/3 cup of gluten free or almond flour/coconut flour Pan drippings from a roasted turkey

¼ cup of red or white wine (depends on your preference for wine, both are good) Sea salt and ground pepper to taste Cheesecloth filled with rosemary, thyme and oregano

In a saucepan, heat the butter until it is foaming then add in the flour while whisking the entire time. Then, continue to whisk while pouring in the turkey or chicken stock. Let simmer for about a minute and continue to whisk as needed. Place a cheesecloth filled with the spices listed above and let simmer for an additional five minutes. This part of the recipe can be made up to two days in advance. When you are ready to serve the gravy, heat the gravy in a saucepan over medium heat. When the turkey is done, drain off the fat and put the dish the turkey was in over medium heat on the stove and pour in wine. Scrape off all brown bits (the flavor) and stir. Then pour that mixture into your gravy that is heating on the stove and cook for an additional five minutes or until thoroughly mixed. Garnish with chopped rosemary and thyme. Enjoy!

Sylvania Area CIC hosts networking opportunity BY ERIKA BURI & KATE FINESKE Looking to network and grow your Sylvania area business? Consider attending the Sylvania Area Community Improvement Council’s annual meeting on Dec. 3. This year the SACIC, a coalition of business and community leaders who encourage area economic and business development, has restructured its annual meeting to become an exciting networking opportunity. The event will provide time for Sylvania area business professionals and community leaders to connect, while also recognizing several local businesses and highlighting the benefits of an SACIC membership. “The Sylvania Area Community Improvement Council Executive Committee was looking for a different way to reach out to the Sylvania business community,” said Jeff Langenderfer, the current SACIC executive board president. In the past, the group’s annual meeting was held as an informational breakfast for its membership. This year the meeting is planned to take place in the early evening and will include light refreshments and access to a cash bar. “Our goal for the event is to provide more information on the CIC and highlight some of our community’s businesses in a more fun and casual way,” announced Bill Sanford, city of Sylvania Economic Development Director and SACIC board member. “The program will be short, informative and include plenty of time for networking.” The event is free and takes place at the Memphis Pearl Banquet Hall, 5147 Main St. Doors open at 5 p.m. with informal networking followed by a short program starting at 5:45 p.m. All are invited, however, reservations are required. Contact Laurie at 419/882-2135 or admin@sylvaniaareacic.org by Monday, Dec. 1 to make a reservation.

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with saturated fats, calories and sodium. However, if you must, you must, but don’t load it over everything. If you want to substitute, I have listed a much healthier gravy below. Go ahead. Smother away. Mashed potatoes seems to be synonymous with Thanksgiving. However, potatoes are loaded with simple carbohydrates that store in your body as sugar unless you burn them off, which we all know you won’t be doing Thanksgiving night (unless you’re one of those Black Friday shoppers going after a half-off DVD player causing you to exhaust your cardio limit to get your hands on one). Therefore, I make cauliflower “mashed potatoes” (recipe in previous article). First, they are a vegetable so you can load up and second, they literally taste like mashed potatoes. There are so many different ways you can make them: garlic and Parmesan, cheesy with bacon and chives, plain with butter, etc. Feel free to fill your plate 2/5 with cauliflower “mashed potatoes.” Green bean casserole is yummy, but loaded with fat, calories and sodium. In my opinion, I am not a green bean casserole fan because you can’t really taste the actual green beans, which I love. Try sauteing the green beans with olive oil, salt, garlic, onion and pepper. You will have a nice crunch and flavor that pairs nicely with the rest of your plate. It’s nice to add some green to your meal so load up. Stuffing … I’m not going to go there. First, not my favorite and secondly, I just avoid it because it’s basically bread and gravy, which I avoid. However, if you must have stuffing and it’s your absolute favorite, opt for using a gluten-free or low-carb bread. Add extra celery and onion to up the vegetable intake.

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Finally, it wouldn’t be Thanksgiving without pumpkin pie. In the last edition, I shared one of my best friend Hilary’s crust-less, sugar-free pumpkin pie recipe. It’s amazing. Top with cool whip and pecans to give it an extra “wow” factor. A beautiful platter of fresh fruit is another great option for dessert. Feel free to top with low sugar yogurt and Cool Whip. So, there you have it–the 411 to eating a healthy “Turkey Day” meal without compromising taste. As I say, I’m promoting a lifestyle, not a diet. Enjoy time with your loved ones, have some wine, talk about good times and of course, eat! Although it’s considered a gluttonous holiday, it doesn’t have to be if you’re eating the right things. Happy Thanksgiving!

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Julianna Assenmacher with her mother Cindy Breeze of the Sewing Matrix.

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Cindy Breeze displays a recently completed blanket.

The large selection of scarfs, headbands, pillowcases and baby cloths are available for holiday gifts.

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Mother/Daughter team Cindy Breeze and Julianna Assenmacher Create with Love The Savvy Sylvanian is capable of doing many things. Sewing is not one of them. Therefore, I met the mother/daughter team of Cindy Breeze and Julianna Assenmacher with awe and admiration after countless memories of breaking into hives upon entering fabric stores. The pair are the brains and brawn of “Sewing Matrix” that offers “fresh threads for the sassy.” The women have doubled their business in the first half and have experienced one of their busiest pre-holiday seasons to date. Mom Cindy Breeze has a background in nursing, pharmaceutical sales and Reiki energy work. “I was always interested in sewing and made everything from Halloween costumes to wedding gifts for my family,” says Breeze. “I was given the gift of retirement and I wanted to pass on enjoyment along with my love of helping others. Nurses are like that. I knew I wasn’t finished and now I can create for others.” Daughter Julianna Assenmacher joined the Sewing Matrix with a 13-year background in consumer products goods with large corporations. “When I moved back to Toledo,” says Assenmacher, “I saw that my Mom needed help. I took a deep breath and realized I had a different calling. I no longer wanted to work 70 hours a week selling someone else’s products. I also love that we demonstrate the power of the female and the importance of following your intentions.” The company started with blankets and expanded to other items including scarfs, headbands, pillowcases and burp cloths. “On a whim I will create something and Julianna will say ‘Great! Get to work!’ That’s how the scarfs came to be,” states Breeze. Making it with love “All our blankets are custom-made ‘with

love,’” says Breeze. The two women are in continual communication with their clients through the process of selecting fabrics, monogramming and customizing orders. “Of course, the blankets have to have a satin border to please my touchy-feely granddaughter,” Breeze said. The Sewing Matrix now offers three sizes of scarfs thanks to “menopausal moments.” Breeze recalls, “We created a smaller scarf because I wanted to something lighter on my neck. Frankly it was all due to hot flashes. They are one of our most popular items.” Sewing up the Future The future looks bright for the mother/daughter team. “We are expanding and growing quickly,” says Assenmacher. “We would like to hire someone with manufacturing experience. It is non-stop. Every year we bring in a new product. Our recently added headbands are a popular item especially at shows. We also picked up gloves at a market in Chicago. It will be fun to see where that leads.” The company is a member of the Toledo Crafting Guild. The guild requires that all products must be made by the owner to have membership. The business has plans to “dabble” into the wholesale side of business. “However, we need to make certain our blankets and other products are in the right places,” says Assenmacher who serves as the company’s director of business development. The dynamic duo have to agree that one of the most enjoyable aspects of their business is having one-on-one interactions with customers, especially at local shows and events. “We also enjoy ‘popping up’ in people’s living rooms at private parties. It’s kind of like a happy show and tell,” says Breeze. “It’s such a joy helping women feel good about themselves.” You may reach Sewing Matrix by calling 419/356-5623 or by visiting sewingmatrix.com.

Communications veteran joins FLS Group FLS Group (FLS), the leading public affairs and strategic communications firm in Northern Ohio, announced today that Whitney Hopper has been appointed direc-

tor of public affairs for the FLS Group, joining the company’s senior management team. FLS is a division of Thread Marketing Group (Thread) located at 4635 West Alexis Road. In this newly created role, Hopper will bring her public relations expertise, creativity and innovative campaign and media strategies to leverage the FLS brand and company’s position as a leader in resultsdriven, integrated client service. “We are delighted to welcome an industry veteran to the FLS team,” said Mark Luetke, president. “FLS and our clients will benefit tremendously from the extensive experience Whitney brings to the firm.”

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Interact and St. Joseph Students and Cub Scouts Rake Leaves for Seniors

Rich Fuchs and his sons Joey and Bobby, James Griffin and his son Dyllan, John Metz and his son Evan and Matt Hagemeyer and his son Logan of Cub Scout Pack 149 enjoyed breakfast at the Sylvania Senior Center before picking up their assignment to rake leaves.

Northview students Maggie Edding, Olivia Clunk and Emma Edding raked a yard on Coppersmith Road.

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Steve Leamy, second from right, joined Northview students Erin Chambers, Ally Leamy, Emily Nowak and Mario Chamber to pick up their assignment for raking leaves at the Sylvania Senior Center. This annual event is coordinated by Program Coordinator Susan Jennelle. This year, student volunteers cleaned 18 yards of leaves for seniors 60 years and older living in the city of Sylvania or Sylvania Township who are unable to rake their yards.

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‘Taste & Create’ Raises Funds for SCS

Sylvania Community Services Board President Erika Rizzo, Jennifer Panczyszyn, Sharon Smith, Sue Molnar, Sandy Germano and Joyce McBride and her daughter Kelsey enjoyed painting their bowls, plates and mugs at the SCS event held Nov. 6.

Sylvania Community Services Executive Director Claire Proctor and Susan Peppers looked over the work of Denise Martin and Alana and Arlene Hatcher.

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Section B Ribbon Cutting Highlights Annual Downtown Delights

L-R: Chuck Schmalzried and Mickey Jordan of Michelle Construction joined Ann Moon, Ragazza owner Jane Wurth, Lynn Hoffman, Mayor Craig Stough, Erin and Maggie Keller, Courtney May and Heather Russell to cut the ribbon to officially open the new store in downtown Sylvania.

Jana Levandoski and Karen Keefer talked with Matt Wingate and Mallory Iffland at Maumee Bay Kitchen and Bath.

Thomas and Joyce Eley got their card signed by Scott Stampflmeier of Sylvan Studios.

Jessica Klimesh enjoyed her coffee at Chandler Cafe while Emily Kern signed her card.

Betty Jo Perry and Karen Landry learned all about Choconotes from Whitney Bok.

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Annette Moriarty put the finishing touches on one of the displays in her new store. Sylvania Key Center Manager Jennifer Meyers, Small Business Relationship Manager Chris Batch, Customer Service Representatives Rachel Ray, Judy Parthemer and Licensed Relationship Manager Edward McKinney showcase the fresh, new look thanks to recent renovations for the bank office.

The Sylvania KeyBank Center in downtown Sylvania has a fresh, new look according to Sylvania Key Center Manager Jennifer Meyers. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are all very excited about the renovations. This just underscores KeyBankâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s commitment to the Sylvania community,â&#x20AC;? she said. Customers are now greeted with a customer-friendly teller line, new carpeting,

paint and furnishings. All of the office furniture was replaced for each of the banking officers and manager. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are all happy with the look including the new furnishings, which are also much more convenient,â&#x20AC;? noted Small Business Relationship Manager Chris Batch. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It has been very interesting to hear the reaction of our customers as they came into the bank during renovations,â&#x20AC;? said Licensed Relationship Manager Edward McKinney. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Several people who had been longtime banking customers here seemed to enjoy reminiscing about the older bank when they saw where the old teller lines were and the original flooring, which was exposed before the new carpeting was installed.â&#x20AC;? According to Meyers, this financial center was one of nine offices to undergo renovations. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are one of the larger financial service centers and house area lenders here for northwest Ohio and southeast Michigan along with a merchant services officer and an investment advisor.â&#x20AC;? Sylvania Savings Bank was originally acquired by Toledo Trust Bank, which became Society Bank, and, in 1994, became KeyBank.

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A Studio Shop opens in the Historic Village â&#x20AC;&#x153;A Studio is filled with fun finds and one-ofa-kind gifts along with some of my favorite wearables,â&#x20AC;? shop owner Annette Moriarty stated as she showcased just some of the many items in the shop such as bracelets made of seeds, a variety of flavored pumpkin seeds and what she described as the â&#x20AC;&#x153;worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s softest sox.â&#x20AC;? Moriarty previewed her business during Sylvaniaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Fall Festival and officially opened on Nov. 1 in the little white cottage adjacent to the Sylvania Heritage Museum and behind Heavenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Gate Soy Candles at 5725 N. Main St. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I have operated a shop in Good Hart, near Harbor Springs, Mich. from Memorial Day through October for the past nine years and have had pop-up shops in downtown Toledo and in Perrysburg through the winter months. This year, I decided to look for space in Sylvania,â&#x20AC;? she recounted. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Jacquie Olender of Heavenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Gate Soy Candles heard I was looking and suggested this space, which happens to be ideal,â&#x20AC;? Moriarty said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I bought a touch of the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Hartâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; into Sylvania. Many of the items in the shop here are very popular with my customers such as the Skoy Scrub, a new kitchen gadget that is safe on most surfaces and wonderful to use. It is packaged through the Arc of San Diego by people with disabilities. I just cannot keep them in stock,â&#x20AC;? she noted. Moriarity said the shop is

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Element 112 expands to second half of building; offers private dining experience It was just a little over two years ago that Chef Chris Nixon introduced his farm-to-table and “science-style” of culinary delights in downtown Sylvania when his restaurant, Element 112 opened at 5735 N. Main St. “Our customers have been asking us for a facility to host private parties in addition to our private dining room, which can only accommodate 16 guests,” Nixon reported. “We have been working on this concept since last January. Recently, we made the commitment to expand into the second half of the building to open the Periodic Table, which provides us with a way to host events for our customers.” Lance Tyo of RE/Max Preferred negotiated the lease on behalf of Chef Nixon for the additional 3,000 square feet of space with listing agent Peter Shawaker, CCIM, SIOR of Reichle Klein, the listing agent for the property. Kurt Miller of Miller Diversified is the general contractor for the renovation of the space. “The décor will look exactly like Element 112 from the 'clouds' floating above to the tables, chairs, and even the areas for flowers,” Chef Nixon said. “In addition, we will have state-of-the-art AV equipment and other accouterments to accommodate any kind of meeting or program for our guests.” Periodic Table will have its own full kitchen, which Chef Nixon will oversee along with the Element 112 kitchen. “We have really good cooks here and this additional space will give them the opportunity to showcase their talents even more,” he noted. “Sylvania and the area has provided us with many very good workers,” he added. Nixon anticipates hiring approximately five new servers along with additional bartenders for the new facility scheduled to open Dec. 6.

The Periodic Table will be able to host parties for up to 50 guests, which is the top number that Chef Nixon is comfortable with serving. “Our guests demand a high-level experience and that is exactly what we provide,” he said. “We have booked several parties already and dates are going quickly,” offered Chef Nixon’s wife Madeline who is in charge of private parties and special events. “We have a tasting menu available to suggest what is available and to help guests plan their event. While we have several packages for guests, we are happy to customize the menu to suit their taste. Our goal is to make each event special. Nothing is set in stone, because it is all about the people who are our guests,” she said. “We continue to build relationships with our local growers and food suppliers. And, they will also supply food for the Periodic Table,” Chef Nixon said. “We continue to work with the owners of a local farm that supplies us daily with organic eggs, fresh fruit and vegetables, chicken and Berkshire pork. We also grow many of our own vegetables and herbs in my garden and in pots adjacent to the restaurant. We have just installed grow lights in the Element 112 kitchen so we can grow and harvest herbs and micro greens year-round that we use to garnish many entrees,” he pointed out. Nixon and his staff of cooks spend time on the farm learning about the food they will prepare. They also continue to forage for other items used in his specialty recipes. “We do a lot of crazy things here and it is a lot of fun.” Chef Nixon grew up in Sylvania and is a graduate of the French Culinary Institute in Manhattan. He interned and worked at Craft,

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one of the top restaurants in New York City and also interned at Noma in Denmark, touted to be the best restaurant in the world. Prior to opening Element 112, Chef Nixon managed the Boat House Restaurant in Coldwater, Mich., which proved to be very successful. It was while he was at the Boat House, that a group of Sylvania investors persuaded him to consider moving back to Sylvania to open Element 112.

Only certified sommelier Mark Maruszak, certified sommelier, who has been assisting Element 112 guests with their wine selections and pairings with menu items, will offer his expertise to Periodic Table guests as well. According to Maruszak, Element 112 and now the Periodic Table, are the only

restaurant and private dining facility to have a certified sommelier on the floor every evening. “It is great fun to help guests with their selections especially if they discover a new bottle they really like because of a sample they may have tried at my suggestion,” he stated. Maruszak is also very proud that Element 112 received the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence for 2014. The honor, according to Maruszak, is based on the outstanding wine list offered. On Wednesday evenings, every bottle of wine on the wine list is half-price. The “Wine & Dine Wednesdays” is in celebration of the Wine Spectator Award, and gives guests the opportunity to try something new without risking their wallet.

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Hair Cut for a Vet Sylvania Area Chamber of Commerce members Suzy Greene of Edward Jones and Tom Prescott of Choconotes, Gabe Ng of SpaceBar, Kyle Talkington of Studio 419 and City Council members Sandy Husman and Katie Cappellini joined Sylvania Mayor Craig Stough to welcome Jeanette Marsten, Steve Matrisciano and his wife, Chic Happens owner Carol Matrisciano, to downtown Sylvania. The new store is located a 5693 N. Main St.

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Veteran Brian Jackson enjoyed a free hair cut by stylist Carly Krueger of Kevin Charles Hair Artistry on Veteranâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day, Nov. 11. The free service was offered to veterans and their spouses. Gift certificates were issued to two spouses of veterans to make appointments convenient for their schedules.

Liz Donaldson explains how to prepare fennel for cooking at her third cooking class at Maumee Bay Kitchen and Bath. Other classes are scheduled for Nov. 20 at 10 a.m. and Dec. 2 at 6 p.m. with Elias Hajjar of the Beirut Restaurant. A cupcake demonstration will be held on Dec. 6 from 10 a.m. to noon.

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Lions Honor Members Lion Jim Collins, right, received the ‘Lion of the Year’ award from Lion President Dr. John Kruszewski at the Sylvania Sunrise Club’s Sweet 16 Charter Night dinner at the Sylvania Senior Center on Saturday, Nov. 1. Collins received the award for his continuing work on behalf of the club not only serving as president last year, but chairing the annual White Cane Walk held at Flower ProMedica Hospital campus.

Leave No Child Inside Meets in Sylvania Back row, L-R: Maureen Schell, ECO Discovery, Estelle Esmond, Collette Adams, Sister Rosine Sobczak Lourdes CSEE and S.A.V.E., Alice Hoh Columbus co-founder LNCI Collaborative!, Darlene Limmer, Wolcott Complex, Heather Norris,Toledo Metroparks, Sue Peppers, Candy Sarikonda of Monarch Watch. Front row, L-R: Deb Chany SCAT Director, Layla Esmond, Jackie Jennewine, Michael and Nora Hohl with Alexandria and Jayden. Not pictured, John Bolster and Donald Gratop. The group met at Camp Miakonda for the five-year reunion of Leave No Child Inside.The group will meet next in Dayton at Five Rivers Metroparks on Nov. 25 to reinvest in getting all ages outside. Contact sgratop@live.com, for luncheon reservation and more details on car-pooling.

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L-R: Lions Bob Rank, Dick and Joyce Moore, Lion President Dr. John Kruszewski and Lion Bill Niejadlik congratulated Mrs. Moore as she received the Melvin Jones Fellow award, which is the highest award a club member can receive from Lions Club International. Rank, Dick Moore, Kruszewski and Niejadlik are all past recipients of the Melvin Jones Fellow award. In addition, Rank was recognized for his 15 years of perfect attendance. Following the awards, the annual raffle was held with profits benefitting the holiday basket fund at Sylvania Area Family Services. Of note, Lions Rank, Moores, and Niejadlik are four of the original club charter members.

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the family for as long as possible became the motivating factor behind the campaign. Graber’s Animal Hospital is located at 3311 W. Laskey Road. Drop-off hours are from 8 a.m. to noon and 1:30 to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday and Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon. Graber’s will also accept cash donations to purchase pet food. Checks are to be made payable to Mobile Meals of Toledo. For further information on receiving meals or volunteering, call 419/255-7806 or visit mobilemeals.org.

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Candy Buy-Back Will and Sarah Swade looked on as their son Nicholas, a kindergarten student at Highland Elementary School, gave a bag of coats to Sylvania Area Family Services Executive Director Anita Sanchez-Serda. A few weeks ago, Nick suggested his mother and dad give the coats he had outgrown to ‘kids who couldn’t afford to buy coats.’ He suggested that other kids might also do the same. Not only did Highland students participate, students in every school rallied around the coat drive. Nick’s parents encouraged the project and procured collection boxes courtesy of Kroger. Mrs. Swade also collected the boxes as they were filled and washed coats she collected. The coat drive continued through Nov. 19.

Sophia and Joshua Black each received $2 from Dr. Peter Urbanick of Brookview Dental for the Halloween candy they turned in after a successful night of ‘Trick or Treating.’ After buying back candy from local children, the dentists shipped the candy to U.S. military troops serving overseas.

Sr. Verona helped Kathy Daley with the purchase of chocolate-dipped pretzels and other treats at the Sr. Gretchen Bake Sale held in Regina Hall on the grounds of Lourdes University. The annual sale took place on Nov. 14 and 15.

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Section C Senior Center participants hold Flag Box ceremony to celebrate Veterans’ Day

L-R: Bill Teaderman, Don Klimesh, Steve Miller, Glenn Holmes and Paula Bueno were on hand to present the flag boxes they and other craftspeople made in the Sylvania Senior Center woodshop to hold burial flags of deceased veterans. Not pictured are Mike Estes, Henri Lavimodiere and Paul Sobb who also worked on the flag box project.

Members of the Lucas County Burial Corps, Larry Hall, Gene Murphy, Norm Hamilton, Joe Soinski, Don Maze and Fred McBride along with Wes Lepper and Terry Mathers, presented the colors to begin the Flag Box ceremony at the Sylvania Senior Center in honor of Veterans’ Day. The group was also part of the closing ceremony, playing ‘Taps’ and issuing a 21-gun salute. Flag boxes for burial flags were presented to family members on behalf of Arthur Beagle, U.S. Air Force, Bernard Chapman, U.S. Navy and Coast Guard, Floyd Cramer, U.S. Marines and Army, Roland Cuddeback, U.S. Navy, Edward DeLucia, U.S. Air Force, James Gibbons, U.S. Army and Richard Gross, U.S. Army Air Corps. The woodshop project was also made possible by the Walker Family Funeral Homes and donations from Ace Neighborhood Hardware and Dan Rogers Sporting Goods.

Glenn Holmes presented the flag box made to hold the burial flag of veteran John Harpin, U.S. Army, to his widow Marsha. Flag boxes were also presented to family members of Harold Kesler, U.S. Army, Fred Muetze, U.S. Marine Corps, Paul Pumilia, U.S. Air Force, John Romansher, U.S. Marine Corps, Carl Schober, U. S. Army, and Jerome Wojcenowicz, U.S. Marine Corps.

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Opera on Wheels comes to Sylvan Elementary

‘Orpheus and Eurydice’ performers take stage at Sylvan. L-R: Jennifer Braun, Madeline Harts, Laura Reaper, and LeTara Lee.

BY MARISSA MERCURIO It’s not every day a group of elementary school students are assembled to watch an operatic Greek myth, much less one that keeps them captivated. On October 28th, Sylvan Elementary was host to Opera on Wheels, a small group comprised of talented young men and women who perform short-

ened child-friendly operas at schools across the state. The particular performance at Sylvan told the tale of Orpheus and Eurydice, a love story that follows the titular characters into the underworld and back. Unlike the myth that most are familiar with, this performance completed with a happy ending in lieu of the tragic. Presented by the Toledo Opera, Opera on

Wheels translates and adapts classic operas into digestible 45-minute productions for the season, which are entertaining as well as educational. Opera on Wheels’ Orpheus and Eurydice is a unique combination of two operas that are individually two hours apiece, adapted by Jennifer Cresswell, the artistic director of Opera on Wheels. Though the dialogue and lyrics are altered, the music largely remains that of the original score. At Sylvan Elementary, a gym full of students piled in and waited for the production to begin. As the actors, clad in their ancient Greek costumes, emerged from behind their set a bundle of young voices “oooh-ing” and “ahhh-ing” immediately set the atmosphere. Throughout the production, the kids were not only interested in the story but laughed and participated when appropriate, and every so often a few would spring up like prairie dogs to get a better look. When the opera was over, a brief Q&A was held during which many children asked smart and relevant questions, such as how long it takes to prepare for a show and if the actors ever got tired after singing so much, the answers being about a month and a definitive “yes.”

The five performers of Orpheus and Eurydice include Jennifer Braun (soprano) as Eurydice, Madeline Harts (soprano) as Amor, LeTara Lee (soprano) as the Greek chorus and narrator, Laura Reaper (mezzosoprano) as Orpheus, and Spencer Miller as the pianist. Additionally, the opera features the work of costumer Doris Piercefield and set painter Ivan Kende. Together, the performers take their set and costumes on the road, travelling from school to school in a van, hoping to lay the foundation of love for opera and storytelling. Lee expressed her hopes that Opera on Wheels would entice children to explore Greek mythology and the literary world as well as opera. Reaper furthermore stated that Opera on Wheels is an enjoyable experience for all children because it combines several methods of learning in a single staging; from auditory to visual to participatory, Orpheus and Eurydice truly has something for everyone. The full tour of Opera on Wheels’ 20142015 season lasts ten weeks in total, a tour in both the fall and spring. Opera on Wheels will return to Sylvania again in May.

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St. Ursula STEM Club wins competition BY CHRISTINE HOLLIDAY The seven-member team from St. Ursula Academyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) Club will travel to Fargo, North Dakota in December for the regional BEST (Boosting Engineering, Science, and Technology) ROBOTICS competition. They won the trip by finishing in the top three teams at the district competition at Bowling Green State University on Nov. 8, the only allgirls team to enter the competition. Teacher/club advisor Jackie Kane explains the competition set-up. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The teams were asked to design and build a wind turbine, then design a robot vehicle to deliver it to the construction site. The vehicle had to be able to navigate turns in the road, sharp corners, weight limitations, etc., as well as move any endangered species that might be found at the site. Once the turbine was delivered to the site, the girls had to assemble it, then prepare an exhibit and a presentation for their transport â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;company.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;

The competition takes places on a 24 foot x 24 foot surface, which the team shares with three other teams.â&#x20AC;? (best.eng.auburn.edu has a video of how the competition works.) The team named its robot â&#x20AC;&#x153;Alfred,â&#x20AC;? a nod to Batmanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ever-on-duty butler. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We thought it was a great name for a robot always ready to help,â&#x20AC;? Kane said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;And he really did help us. Over the course of the six weeks the girls worked on the project. It was the first time they had ever tackled a project like this and they learned a lot. Alfred took them from getting comfortable with screwdrivers and programming to using engineering principles to design and build their vehicle. I was delighted to hear the judges call our team â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;small but mightyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; because we were competing against larger teams and ones with more experience.â&#x20AC;? BEST is a middle and high school robotics competition that uses projects to encourage students to analyze and solve problems using technology literacy skills. urage students to consider careers in those fields.

STEM team members include Tvisha Martin, Hannah Haselhuhn, Samantha Kohli, Skylar Davis, Audrey Bodi, Beatrice Thaman, and Amanda Fairbairn. They and Mrs. Kane will attend the regional competition at North Dakota State University Dec. 4-6.

New teacher conducts choir events BY MARISSA MERCURIO The winter musical season at Arbor Hills Junior High School is set to be a busy and festive one. New general music and choir teacher at Arbor Hills, Emily Holshoe, will conduct her choirs in several forthcoming events in November and December. On Nov. 19, the Arbor Hills Select Choir will perform Christmas carols at the Toledo Zoo, starting at 5:30 p.m. On Dec. 8, choirs from McCord Junior High and Timberstone Junior High will combine their efforts with Arbor Hills at Southview High School at 7 p.m. for a concert. Finally, Ms. Holshoe will also be conducting a choir concert that will feature Harmony Roadshow, as conducted by Jeremy Davis, at Northview on Dec. 15 at 7:30 p.m. The choirs

will be singing classic holiday songs such as â&#x20AC;&#x153;Winter Wonderlandâ&#x20AC;? and â&#x20AC;&#x153;Rocking Around the Christmas Treeâ&#x20AC;? in addition to notable selections such as â&#x20AC;&#x153;African Noelâ&#x20AC;? and â&#x20AC;&#x153;Frosty the Snowmanâ&#x20AC;? that will be sung, in part, in French. Ms. Holshoe, a Northview High School graduate, conducted her first junior high concert several weeks ago. She looks forward to working with her students further and showcasing their talent, stating, â&#x20AC;&#x153;I have really enjoyed working with the students at Arbor Hills so far, and I have found that the students are quite talented. My goal for this school year is to get the singers involved in the community with their music as much as possible.â&#x20AC;?

Food for St. Louis Helping Hands Forty five members of the Christ the King Youth Group, composed of students in grades 6-8, recently created 100 pizzas and donated over 30 boxes of breakfast cereal to St. Louis Helping Hands. The group meets with several high school leaders on the second Saturday of each month after 5 p.m. Mass for prayer, fellowship, service projects, and fun. During December, the group will meet to celebrate the Feast of St. Lucy (Dec. 13) to make sweets for the homeless. For more information about future projects, contact agardner62@bex.net. â&#x20AC;&#x201C;by Christine Holliday

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Kristin Osinski Oliver Greive The Northview Musician of the Week is senior Oliver Greive, son of Roger Greive and Nancy Lendrim. Oliver sings tenor in the Northview A Cappella Choir and Harmony Road Show and plays cello in the Northview Orchestra. Oliver has participated as a member of the Ohio Northern Honors Choir and OMEA District Honors Orchestra. This coming November, Oliver will portray the leading role of Chad in Northview High's production of â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;All Shook Up.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; In addition to his musical activities, Oliver is a varsity polevaulter for Northview's track and field team, a member of the National Honor Society, and an Eagle Scout. After graduation Oliver plans to attend Miami University to study French and linguistics.

Senior Kristin Osinski, daughter of Nancy Comes and Tom Osinski, was named Musician of the Week. Kristin sings soprano in the Northview A Cappella Choir, Harmony Road Show, and Women's Chorus. Kristin has participated as a member of the OMEA District Honors Choir and Ohio Northern University Honors Choir. In the spring of 2015 Kristin will also participate in the OMEA All-State Choir. This November, Kristin will portray the leading role of Sylvia in Northview High School's production of â&#x20AC;&#x153;All Shook Upâ&#x20AC;?. In addition to her musical activities, Kristin is a member of Teen Pep, a Northwest Ohio State Thespian Officer, and serves as a student representative on the Ohio Educational Theatre Association Board. After graduation Kristin plans on majoring in musical theatre and fulfilling her dream of becoming an SNL performer.

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BY TYLER ABNER THE ABNER ANALYSIS Northview’s ‘Big Three’ The term ‘big three’ is often thrown around in the sport of basketball and Northview has developed a big three of its own. ‘Big three’ is a term used to describe three players being excellent at their given sport, all of which play for the same team. Local sports icon Jerry Sigler and the Wildcats new coach Brittany Cymbolin have both been responsible for the rise to prominence for three of Northview’s players. Senior forward/guard Kendall McCoy earned First Team All District and First Team All Northern Lakes League honors last season. She averaged 13.5 points per game, 5.5 rebounds per game and 1.3 assists per game in 2013. Due to her excellent play, Miami of Ohio has given her basketball scholarship starting in 2015. “Kendall is a very versatile guard forward hybrid,” Cymbolin said. “She can play anywhere and is very hard to stop because she’s so good and she always wants to get better.” After losing arguably the best coach in Northview history, Jerry Sigler, McCoy was unsure what the future held for Northview and for her career. Once Cymbolin arrived she knew the team was in good hands. “She [Cymbolin] was a bundle of energy and very intense,” McCoy said. “Coach Sigler and coach Cymbolin both have very different coaching styles. She’s more of a fast-paced type coach and right off the bat brought the intensity. It’s always tough going to two different coaches. We struggled at first, but with that energy I think she was a huge influence on getting me a scholarship and I think she’s done a great job.” The next member of the big three is senior forward Kendall Jessing. During the 2013 season she earned Second Team All District and Second Team All NLL honors. She averaged 11.7 points, 8.9 rebounds and 1.2 assists per contest, earning her a scholarship for 2015 to play basketball at Ohio University. “She is one of the tallest girls in the post area and very good at seeing the floor,” Cymbolin said. “She can read it to get her teammates open and she’s getting a lot more consistent as she goes along. She’s great defensively and runs the floor very well.” Jessing has done nothing but get better and better each season she plays for the Wildcats. She quickly became one of the premier players in the NLL and has been willing to learn and develop her skills. Like McCoy, Jessing was very nervous to see what life after Sigler would entail. “I think we were nervous for the transition period, but we all worked really well together with coach Cymbolin,” Jessing said. “I think finishing 18-7 was better than I thought it would be. Coach Cymbolin doesn’t really put up with anything negative and she pushes everyone to be the best they can be. She is the main reason I was able to get a chance to play basketball in college.” The third and final member of Northview’s big three is senior forward Maddie Cole. She earned Second Team All District and First Team All NLL honors in 2013 by averaging 10.7 points, 8.5 rebounds and one assist each game. Her play was good enough to earn her a scholarship to play for Bowling Green State University in 2015. “Maddie is extremely hard working and a very hardnosed kid,” Cymbolin said. “She is very talented and has a variety of moves which makes her different than other players. She can check and see where her defense is and she can step out and hit the three like its nothing.” Cole, Jessing and McCoy’s numbers are all remarkably similar and consistent with one another. Cole is able to separate herself from the other two by being a post player that can shoot beautifully from just about anywhere on

The Northview girls basetball team congratulated Maddie Cole who signed a letter of intent to play basketball at Bowling Green State University, Kendall McCoy who signed a letter of intent to play at Miami of Oho and Jessing who also signed a letter of intent to play at Ohio University after graduation next year.

the floor. When she gets hot, she begins to make three pointers seem as easy to make as a free throw. Another similarity to her big three partners was a feeling of being unsure where her career and where the team was headed with Sigler’s departure. “Losing coach Sigler was pretty hard on us,” Cole said. “As soon as Brittaney came in she was energetic and it calmed us down a lot. In our practices she runs us pretty hard, but she really cares about us.” “In the offseason she would workout with us, which tells us she actually wants to know us as people. Coach Sigler could be harsh sometimes and coach Cymbolin is much better at constructive criticism. It didn’t take us long to figure out that she was a good fit for us.” Cymbolin knows her three standout players will be hard to replace in 2015. What makes her big three so special is how much they care about their teammates. Each player works with the younger girls to help develop their skills and mentor them through the process. They want Northview’s strong history in girls basketball to continue. Finding another group as even and as skilled as McCoy, Jessing and Cole may be easy, but they had an early start. When asked what makes them click so well together all three players said, “We’ve been playing together forever and have known each other for a long time. We’re really good friends.” The trio will look to be even stronger this season. Northview boys basketball The Northview boys basketball team will look to improve this season, after its 7-16 finish last year. The Wildcats will be returning 6 letter-winning players that will look to help mentor and develop the new faces of Northview’s varsity roster. During tryouts the Wildcats’ coach, Terry Shadle, felt very optimistic about his team’s chances this season. Shadle saw 50 kids show up to tryouts with hopes to make the final cut. This was the most players he has had at a tryout during his seven year tenure as Northview’s top guy. Three players will look to make a big impact this

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season. Senior forward Alec Ritzert will bring a strong inside presence to the team, standing at a whopping 6-foot-7. Sophomore guard Tyler Biggs will be the primary ball-handler this year and will control the tempo of the offense. Sophomore forward Logan Jessing will be the team’s energizer bunny. He plays at a high intensity and between being long and athleticShadle is expecting big things out of him. After the tryouts and before the season has even begun, Shadle has already set his goals for the 2014 campaign. “Our first goal is going to be to win the Northern Lakes League,” Shadle said. “We also have the goal each year of playing at the University of Toledo in the tournament - this would mean that we would have to make it to the District Championship Game. For each game it is my goal to have the opposing coach tell me that my guys play as hard as any team that they face. By working harder than our opponents we will put ourselves in position to win basketball games.” If the Wildcats are going to work harder each game than their opponent, Shadle will

have to keep his team poised and focused. The eight teams Northview will play out of conference this season is steep. Whitmer, St. Francis and Central Catholic will highlight that part of the schedule. These will all be very difficult games to win, but making the schedule this tough will give the Wildcats a chance to grow and develop quicker as unit. Despite the difficult schedule added on to an already tough NLL conference, Shadle is confident with the seasons outlook. “I think we should be in a position to win every single game,” Shadle said. “There is not a game on our schedule where I look at it and say - wow how are we going to keep this close. I think that as long as we come to play each night we will have a chance to win. The NLL is an extremely competitive league and this is the case year in and year out, you need to come to play every night or you are going to get beat.” During the offseason, hard work, dedication, teamwork and discipline became the main philosophies that Shadle will look to instill on his players. These philosophies started in the weight room with friendly competitions. Each player would try to out lift the other players as they helped to develop hard work and competitiveness. Aside from the weight room, the team took part in the Findlay Team Camp. This gave the team a chance to work together as one unit and to develop team bonding. Players were asked to stay in dorm rooms on the college campus, which allowed each player to grow stronger relationships with their fellow teammates. Northview will be very experienced this year with only three players on the roster sitting as underclassman, all sophomores. The season will begin at home on December 5 at 4:45 pm against a team the Wildcats are very familiar with due to their long past tenure in the NLL, Rossford. Southview boys basketball After a 16-7 finish just a season ago, the Southview boys basketball team will be ABNER ANALYSIS TO 6C

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His father always demanded excellence out of his players and to play to the best of their abilities. This philosophy has been carried down to his son and became a main factor in the Cougars massive 2013 turnaround. “Aside from developing the team into great athletes, I demand excellence outside of the court,” Smith said. “We [coaching staff] certainly try to make our kids the best people they can be. I like them to do things outside of basketball and they must keep their grades up, that is something that has no exceptions.” Smith has won everywhere he’s been. His career coaching record is astonishing, to say the least. He currently holds a 350-76 overall record, boasting a jaw-dropping 82% win percentage. His ability to develop and critique talent makes him one of the best coaches in the Toledo area. Ryne Smith, Smith’s son, played for his father at Whitmer and became one of the many athletes that played under him and moved on to play at the collegiate level. Ryne earned a scholarship to play for Purdue in Indiana. He was a big part of the Boilermakers offense his senior season where he averaged 9.1 points per game, 2.5 rebounds per game and shot an astounding 40.8% from three point range during his career. The Cougars started showing signs of becoming a loss cause after their 2012 basketball campaign. It was not like Southview to struggle in such a large manner as it had during that season. If the critics are still not sold on Smith’s great coaching ability, how he took the Cougars to prominence makes it hard to not impress, even to the most stubborn of critics. Not only was Smith able to turn the Cougars into a Northern Lakes League powerhouse, he did it with three of his top players missing a combined 24 games. “Losing the top guys was really heartbreaking and disappointing at the time,” Smith said. “However, I love it here, if you want to call losing those guys as a negative then that is fine, but I seriously can’t think of anything here that has been a negative. I love the guys we have on the roster and I think down the road we [coaching staff] can take this team to a special place. Southview is a great place and after 35 years of coaching I couldn’t be happier that I chose to come back and coach this team.” Smith will look to continue his venture of turning the Cougars into a regional powerhouse. Northview hockey season Seven overtimes, an Ohio State Championship and recap coverage on ESPN was the result of Northview’s magical 2013 hockey season. Will the Wildcats have a similar outcome this season? Maybe not as dramatic, but with 12 returning varsity players Northview coach Michael Jones will have a lot of experience on his bench to help build another memorable season. The Wildcats historic campaign caught the attention of many of the areas high school hockey players, as a record setting 50 kids showed up for tryouts. They all had one thing in common, a strong work ethic. After the tryouts were complete, Jones was ready to tell the team the goals for 2014 season. “My goals for this year’s team is growth, growth both on the ice and in the classroom and community,” Jones said. “We want our student-athletes to compete in the classroom with the same dedication that they compete on the ice. We don't try to focus on wins and losses as that is too far out of our immediate control. We need to focus on our process, apply it, and the record will take care of itself,”

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Northview senior Abby Pawlak, center, was congratulated on signing a letter of intent to play volleyball at Akron University by her grandparents Frank and Nadine Wojcik, left, her brother Luke, and her father and mother, Tony and Barb Pawlak.

This season will be different for Northview than recent years. The Wildcats will be competing for a top-five finish in the conference and not the number one spot, according to Jones. St. Francis is loaded this season and seems to be the runaway favorite to take the top spot in the conference. One thing that won’t change is the tough out of conference schedule Northview has grown accustomed to. The Wildcats will play in the Padua Tournament just before Christmas, showcasing the top teams in the state. Northview will then travel to Meadville, Pennsylvania to take on the East’s top teams, Culver Military Academy and travel to Michigan to face top teams in the north. Jones understands this season will be difficult with the added out of conference pressure, but aside from his 12 returning players, he’s confident in his new additions. “The new additions will have a tremendous impact, they will have to step up and contribute while picking up the slack from the players we lost to graduation,” Jones said. “They'll all have a role that they'll need to buy into and perform at a high level.” Northview may not be as strong as last year, but it is the type of team that reloads, opposed to rebuilding. Jones has kept the same philosophy throughout his tenure as the head coach. His main philosophy is for his players to play for each other and not as individuals. He believes this world is much bigger than one person and the team must

become one working unit in order to succeed. That philosophy will not change this season. Jones’ unit knew this season may be more difficult and the team began to work towards the 2014 campaign in June. “Our off-season was intense,” Jones said. “They've [the team] been working out with our strength and conditioning coach [Tony Geer] since the first week of June. We head to Kent State every summer for some scrimmages as well as have a summer hockey camp for all of our players. Hockey games are won in the summer believe it or not.” This year’s Wildcats team will look to continue the past success, a team that has gone to four state final fours, become two time state runner-up and two time state champions, all in just six seasons. If history has taught us anything it’s that Northview will have another exciting season and despite not being the favorite to win the conference, it will continue to have a strong showing on the ice. Northview will begin its season on November 28 at 7:00 pm against Villanova. The game will take place at Tam-O-Shanter. Southview Hockey Wayne Collins had his best season as Southview’s head hockey coach last year when the Cougars finished 11-0-1 in the regular season. Southview has never been known as a regional power in hockey and Collins is looking to change that. He has a deep history in the sport and played collegiate level hockey at Bowling Green

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SPORTSNEWS ABNER ANALYSIS FROM 6C State University for four seasons. Once he finished his career with the Falcons, he knew he wanted to pursue a coaching career in hockey. “It started when a coach at Bowling Green needed help and asked me to come on the team to be an assistant coach,” Collins said. “I stayed at Bowling Green for one season. I was sitting in the head coach’s office and a guy came in saying that Ottawa Hills was looking for a coach. I ended up taking the position and the rest is history.” This season could bode as one of the toughest Collins has faced in several years. He lost six players from last season to graduation, each player was a big factor in the Cougars’ game plan. His coaching style is one of the more unique approaches in the Toledo area. Instead of coaching every player in the exact same manner as one big group, he changes his methods based on the player. His style falls back on the skill of each individual player. If a player already has superb hockey skills, Collins knows he can spend less time with that player and will then focus on an athlete that needs more help with developing their skills. “It all depends on how their skills are in hockey,” Collins said. “Some players are really offensive and some players are really defensive. I combined what my college coach and my high school coach had taught me, combining the two.” “One is more of an aggressive approach and attacking the net. The other is more subtle and focuses more on defense and not letting the puck get into the net. That method worked really well for us last year and it’s the approach I will be taking this season.” One of the factors that played into Southview’s strong showing last season was its team unity. Collins thinks charity work and doing positive things for the community is very important, however, he likes to take a different approach. He takes the team on long bus rides and uses the time on the bus and in the locker room for the team to bond and communicate and he finds that this technique allows team structure. “I take the team to Columbus every year and I use this time for the team,” Collins said. “The locker room is huge. The team needs to unite as one and get close with each player because it will translate onto the ice. We do everything together and I think that’s important.” The most difficult experience Collins has had as a coach is trying to put athletes on the ice. He battles numbers every year and knows that hockey is a different beast than other sports. Hockey requires a lot of money to play and to buy the equipment. Practices can also start as early as four or five in the morning. He believes that Ohio is a football and basketball state which he finds hard to keep the athletes interested in hockey. Despite his concern about finding enough players interested in playing hockey, Collins has a good thing developing with the Cougars. “It gets hard each year trying to find the players that want to play hockey for us,” Collins said. “We had the best year in our history last year when we went 11-0-1. To me that was an outstanding feat for this school and I hope that was what this school needed to start getting a lot of kids interested in playing hockey for Southview.” Collins will look to feed off of his excellent 2013 campaign as Southview looks to make a big splash in 2014. NLL vs TRAC All-Star Game On Nov. 12, the Northern Lakes League split its two games 1-1 in the Senior Soccer All-Star Game against the Three Rivers Athletic Conference. The NLL girl all-stars

defeated the TRAC all-stars by a score of 2-1, while the TRAC boy all-stars defeated the NLL boy all-stars 3-2. Northview had Leah Arnsby and Megan Kupetz play on the girls Orange team, while the Wildcats’ Matt Bules and Ben Haselhuhn played on the boys Blue team. Northview’s boys soccer coach Jon Haynes was one of two Blue team coaches after he earned the Districts Head Coach of the Year Award for the 2014 season. Northview finished the regular season at No.5 in the state. Despite going through a rebuilding year, Southview’s Ismael Gad and an excellent season and qualified to play for the boys Orange team. During the girls contest, one of the NLL’s players showed up in a big way. Abby Allen of Anthony Wayne scored both goals for the Orange to allow it to come away with the victory. She had been playing like her hair was on fire all season long and took that intensity into her last game as a high school player. The TRAC boys came away with the win by the slimmest of margins. Camden Buescher scored the first goal of the game for the conference, followed by Brandon Gault and Zach Roller. Sean Miller of Springfield and Northview’s Anthony Klein scored the two goals for the NLL. This was a very exciting year of soccer for the NLL and the players invited to the all-star game represented the conference well. The TRAC seemed poised to take both games from the NLL, but the girls team had other ideas. Every team played its heart out and allowed each of its players to finish their high school soccer careers with dignity and pride.

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Annual DiSalle/Hospice Golf Tourney Held

The 22nd annual Disalle/Hospice of Northwest Ohio golf outing was held at Fallen Timber Fairways in Waterville on Sept 18th. There were 24 teams which participated. The winning team was L-R: Kevin Goodman, James Juergens, Kevin Fowler and Ben Kramer from Fifth Third Bank. This year an euchre tournament with 16 participants was held inside the club house while the golfers were out on the course. A 50/50 raffle and a total of $13,000 was raised to benefit Hospice of Northwest Ohio.

Chairperson Mary Jo Fischer and Dan DiSalle Jr. manned the check-in table.

Joe DiSalle and his brother Dan enjoyed the day.

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Lourdes First Women’s Soccer Coach Lourdes University Athletics Director Andre Smith has announced the hiring of Jackie Donovan as the Gray Wolves’ first head women’s soccer coach in program history. “What an incredible opportunity it is for me to coach the inaugural women's soccer team at Lourdes University,” Donovan said. “I intend on creating a highly competitive program, and one both the University and the student-athletes will be proud of. I would like to thank Mr. Smith and the selection committee for this opportunity.” Donovan arrives at Lourdes from Adrian College where she was the associate women’s head coach and head reserve coach for four seasons. The Bulldogs won the Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association regular season championship in 2011 while

producing a Third Team All-American, the first in program history. The Bulldogs had three MIAA Players of the Year during her tenure at the school as well. Before arriving at Adrian, Donovan served as the graduate assistant at Frostburg State University for two years. She also spent one season as the school’s women’s club coach. Prior to her coaching days at Frostburg State, Donovan played for the Bobcats, starting all 83 matches during her career. She helped the Bobcats post a 55-20-8 overall record and a 33-2-1 mark in the Allegheny Mountain Collegiate Conference. Donovan garnered All-AMCC honors as both a sophomore and junior and helped the Bobcats to an NCAA Division III tournament appearance in 2005. Donovan has experience as a club coach as

Scholarship students recognized Lourdes University honored students from Sylvania, Danyel Wigmans and Allisen Sanders, as recipients of the Lourdes University Presidential Scholarship the 2014 fall semester. In order to be eligible for the benefits that this competitive, merit-based scholarship offers, a minimal 3.5 cumulative GPA is required, and students must have intentions to pursue a bachelor degree as a full-time student at the Sylvania campus. The Presidential Scholarship reaps instantaneous rewards for the student, offering up to $8,000 in tuition assistance per academic year. Immediacy doesn’t necessarily mean that the rewards are short-lived, as this scholarship is also renewable. Danyel, a recent graduate from St. Ursula Academy, is pursuing a degree in biology in the College of Arts & Sciences. Allisen is a graduate of Sylvania Southview High School, and is in

the pre-education program at Lourdes. Dean’s Scholarship St. John’s Jesuit High School student, Aaron Weber, from Sylvania, was name a recipients of Lourdes Dean’s Scholarship. Eligibility for this merit-based scholarship recognizes students who have at least a 3.0 cumulative high school GPA, and are in pursuit of either an associate or a bachelor degree as a full-time student at the Sylvania campus. This scholarship reaps immediate rewards with a value of up to $5,000 per academic year. New students who receive this scholarship have the potential to renew it annually if they maintain a 2.75 GPA and a full-time course load. Over the course of four years, recipients of the Dean’s Scholarship will have the opportunity to qualify for $20,000 of tuition assistance through the scholarship.

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well, having been the U17 girls coach for Pacesetter Soccer Club in 2014. She led the team to the PSI tournament championship as well as a runner-up finish in the Ohio State Cup. She has her United States Soccer Coaches Association National Coaching Diploma. Donovan is a 2009 graduate of Frostburg State with a degree in communication studies. She earned her master’s degree from Frostburg State as well in business administration.

Jackie Donovan

‘Journey to Bethlehem’ at Planetarium Journey back 2000 years to Bethlehem and discover a scientific explanation for the star the wise men followed to find the baby Jesus. The Appold Planetarium’s newest holiday show The Mystery of the Christmas Star investigates possible dates for the birth of Christ and looks at recorded sightings of significant astronomical events during this timeframe. During The Mystery of the Christmas Star, guests will see how signs in the sky could have been remarkable enough to cause the wise men to travel across the desert from Babylon to Bethlehem. This modern retelling of the

Christmas story is sure to charm and captivate audiences of all ages. Shows begin at 7:30 p.m. and will be held on Fridays, Dec. 12 and 19 and Saturdays, Dec. 6, 13 and 20. Admission is $5 for adults and $4 for children under 12 and for Lourdes students presenting their student ID. Shows at the Appold Planetarium are limited to 50 and often sell out. For more information or to purchase tickets contact Laura Megeath, Appold Planetarium coordinator, email planetarium@lourdes.edu or call at 419-5178897.

Lourdes named ‘Champions of Character’ The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) has released its “Champions of Character” list and Lourdes University was recognized as a Bronze Level Five Star institution for the 2013-2014 academic year. Institutions are measured on a demonstrated commitment to Champions of Character and earned points in character training, conduct in competition, academic focus, character recognition and character

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promotion. Institutions earned points based on exceptional student-athlete grade point averages and by obtaining zero ejections during competition throughout the course of the academic year. The Wolverine Hoosier Athletic Conference (WHAC) as a whole was honored as a Five Star conference along with nine of the 12 current member schools.

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