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Charlie’s Homemade Pizza and Edibles Selected as 2017 Outstanding Sylvania Area Small Business

History Comes Alive

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Whiteford students Sienna Huggins and Landyn Zoltanski participate in candlemaking as part of their day at the Sylvania Heritage Museum.

Special Olympics

Sylvania's Town Crier Michael Lieber enters the stadium in style to begin this year's games.

First Responders Honored

Sylvania Township Fire Chief Mike Ramm was greeted by host The Rev. Donald Smith of Sylvania Community Church.

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Congratulations to Charlie’s Homemade Pizza and Edibles for receiving the most community votes in the We Love Sylvania Area Small Businesses campaign, sponsored by the Sylvania AdVantage and GenoaBank. A reception was held to honor business owners Laurie, Steve and Steve Weaver Jr. at the Sylvania branch of GenoaBank on May 10. From left: Laurie Weaver; Steve Weaver; Cindy Weaver; Braxton Weaver; Steve Weaver Jr.; Jennifer Ruple, of Sylvania AdVantage and Boomers & Beyond; Tara Sibert, manager of the Sylvania branch of GenoaBank; and Marty Sutter, president and CEO of GenoaBank.

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Alateen Meeting An Alateen meeting for children and teens ages eight and up who are affected by a loved one’s alcohol or drug use is held Sunday nights from 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. at the United Church of Christ, 7240 Erie St. Call 419-5377500 for more information. Alzheimer’s Association An Alzheimer’s Association support group meets the second Tuesday of each month from 3:30 - 5 p.m. at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 9144 Lewis Ave., Temperance, Mich. Contact Marie Ready at 800-272-3900 or mready@alz.org. Aquatic Exercise for Survivors CPW and The Victory Center offer aquatic exercise for survivors at CPW, 3130 Central Park West, on Wednesdays from 6 - 7 p.m. It is free to all survivors through a grant from The Rotary Club of Toledo. Beginner Ballroom and Latin Group Dance Class Toledo Ballroom offers a weekly Beginner Ballroom and Latin Group dance class for adults every Thursday night from 7-8 p.m. Class admission is $15 per person or $25 per couple. No registration or partner needed to join in on the fun. For information, visit toledoballroom.com or call 419-690-3897. Beginner Tai Chi Classes (Starts April 4) Beginner Tai Chi classes are held from 1-2

p.m. on Tuesdays and Fridays at The Elks Lodge, 3520 N. Holland-Sylvania Rd. Tai Chi classes consist of slow movements that use gentle turns and graceful stretches to improve balance, flexibility, circulation and strength. 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 419-8658503 or visit boomersrn.com. Impact Fitness (Formerly Elevate Nutrition) Impact Fitness (formerly known as Elevate) offers Zumba, Cardio Kickboxing, Yoga, Cardio Drumming, Impact (high intensity), Impact Dance and much more. Check out the Facebook page or call for schedule and hours. 419-517-7080. 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., in the volunteer office. Contact Stoney at 734-635-1392, email stoney1g@aol.com or visit foodaddicts.org. God Works! Crossroads Community Church, 6960 Sylvania-Petersburg Rd., Ottawa Lake, Mich., offers God Works!, providing a warm meal to anyone in need each Thursday. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.; meal is at 6 p.m. Mothers’ Center of Greater Toledo Meet other parents and let the kids play at the

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Mothers' Center of Greater Toledo's free summer park playdates. Park playdates begin at 10 a.m. and end around 11:30 a.m. every Thursday morning from May 25 through Aug. 31. Check motherscenter.net/summer.html for locations, as it changes to different playgrounds in the Toledo metro area. All rain days will be held at the Toledo Museum of Art's Family Center. Nar-Anon A 12 Step Program for families and friends of addicts, meets on Saturday from 10-11 a.m. at Unity of Toledo, 3535 Executive Pkwy., and Wednesdays from 7-8:30 p.m. at Harvest Lane Alliance Church, 5132 Harvest Ln. Olivet Lutheran Church’s Free Community Meal Olivet hosts a free community meal each Wednesday in the Christian Life Center. Enjoy food and fellowship at 5840 Monroe St. Call 419-882-2077 or visit olivetsylvania.org. Pet Loss Support Group SylvaniaVet hosts a pet loss support group meeting at Christ Presbyterian Church, 4225 W. Sylvania Ave., 7 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month. Call 419-885-4421. Prostate Cancer Support Group A prostate cancer support group meets the fourth Monday of each month at 6.30 p.m. at the second floor, Cancer Center library at St. Anne’s Hospital. For more information, call Roger Augustyniak at 419-346-2753 or Ernie Spohn at 419-344-9830.

REFIT®GreaterToledo Fitness Classes Teachers (and admin/staff) – Free Week of classes May 31 thru June 3. REFIT® is fitness for all – we embrace beginners and welcome experts. Wednesday and Friday mornings from 9:1510:15 a.m. and Wednesday night from 6:307:30 p.m. at Epworth UMC, 4855 W Central Ave. Free childcare is available. Call 419-4501606 or visit REFIT®GreaterToledo.com 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. 419882-0048. T.A.M.E. Meeting The Toledo Area Miniature Enthusiasts meets the first Saturday of each month from 1- 4 p.m. in the carriage house at the Sylvania Heritage Museum, 5717 Main St. Call 734-847-6366. TOPS Meetings (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Two chapters of TOPS,1961 and 1672, meet at King of Glory Lutheran Church, 6715 Brint Rd. Meetings are held Mondays from 9-10:30 a.m. and Tuesdays from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Call 419-478-1103 or 419-841-6436 for information. TOPS is not church affiliated. The Toledo Area Genealogy Society Meets from 7 - 9 p.m. the second Monday of the month through June in Wright Hall at Sylvania United Church of Christ, 7240 Erie St. Visit rootsweb.ancestry.com/~toags/ for more information.

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Locations Franciscan Center, Lourdes University, 6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania Olander Park (Nederhouser and Gorman), 6930 W. Sylvania Ave. To register, 419-8828313, ext. 1013 or programs@olanderpark.com olanderpark.com Secor Metropark, 10001 W. Central, Berkey metroparkstoledo.com Sylvania Libraries 6749 Monroe St., Sylvania 419-882-2089 3900 King Rd., King Branch 419-259-5380 Toledo Museum of Art 2445 Monroe St., Toledo toledomuseum.org Toledo Zoo 2 Hippo Way, Toledo toledozoo.org Valentine Theatre 410 Adams St., Toledo valentinetheatre.com Wildwood Preserve Metropark (Manor House) 5100 W. Central Ave., Toledo metroparkstoledo.com

•Through June 4

Framing Fame: 19th & 20th Century Celebrity Photography, Toledo Museum of Art, Gallery 18 Through approximately 55 works from the Toledo Museum of Art’s extensive collection of works on paper, this exhibition charts the increasing proliferation of celebrity portrait photography and its popularity throughout the 19th and 20th centuries. Free admission.

•Through July 30 Color Across the Spectrum Toledo Museum of Art, Wolfe Mezzanine Since the 19th century, pioneering artists have explored the singular power of color and its astonishing ability to produce a range of psychological and perceptual optical effects. Free admission.

•May 17 Sylvania Area Historical Society, 7 p.m. Sylvania Heritage Center Museum 5717 N. Main St. Diane Ohns and Julie Wiley from the Fallen Timbers Battlefield/Society will talk on Heritage Tourism, the Fallen Timbers 225th anniversary, and the battlefield. This lecture is free and open to the public.

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Toledo Woman’s Club Book Sale & Granny’s Attic Woodley Professional Center 3829 Woodley Rd., Ste. B8 Featuring books, treasures, trinkets, puzzles, games, antiques, CDs, DVDs, and more. Wednesday and Thursday from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. and Friday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

•May 18 Father Jim Bacik lecture Franciscan Center ‘Political Discourse Today: Is Truth Dead?’ The talk is an exploration of the destructive effects of the current political debate which suffers from polarized rhetoric, alternative facts and personal attacks. $10 per lecture in advance or $15 per lecture at the door. Register at sylvaniafranciscanvillage.org/bacik. Young STEAM Club, 4-5 p.m. Sylvania Monroe St. Library This is not your ordinary kids program! We emphasize STEAM: science, technology, engineering, art, and math. Every third Thursday of each month, come enjoy an hour of fun projects for the curious-minded, grades 1-5. Sylvania Volunteen Training, 6:30-8 p.m. Sylvania Monroe St. Library Have you thought of becoming a teen volunteer at Sylvania Branch? Teens age 12 to 17 can become a volunteer as part of our

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•May 19 and 26 The Art of Seeing Art™, 6 p.m., 7 p.m. Toledo Museum of Art, Libbey Court The language of the visual world can be a challenge to interpret. A gallery experience to see the details through thoughtful looking and lively discussion.

•May 19 Archaeological Discoveries at Gebel el-Silsila in Upper Egypt, 7 p.m. Toledo Museum of Art, Little Theater Lecturer Maria Nelsson, a Marie Curie Fellow at Sweden’s Lund University will discuss the ancient Egyptian archaeological site. Celebrating Possibilities, 6-8 p.m. Bittersweet Farms Pavilion 12660 Archbold-Whitehouse Rd. Spring fundraiser for Bittersweet Farms, showcasing the achievements of those served by Bittersweet including glass, paintings, woven items and homegrown vegetables. Email Shannon Solt at ssolt@bittersweetfarms.org or call 419-8756986 for tickets.

•May 20 Camp Miakonda 100 Year Anniversary Open House 5600 Sylvania Ave. Camp Miakonda at the DeVilbiss Scout Reservation is 160 acres in a resident-type facility. The DeVilbiss Scout Reservation is the sixth oldest camp in the United States. Call 734-242-3445 for more information or visit camp-miakonda.org. City of Sylvania Touch a Truck, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. 6730 Monroe St. Kids can explore a police car, SWAT vehicle, sewer JetVac, asphalt paver, street-sweeper, backhoe and more. Free. For information, call the Sylvania Service Department, 419-885-8965. 32nd Annual Bark in the Park, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Toledo Area Humane Society 827 Illinois Avenue, Maumee There will be games for kids and pups alike, great food and entertainment at the 1.25 mile pet friendly walk to raise funds for the care for the nearly 4,000 animals that come to the Toledo Area Humane Society every year. Visit toledohumane.org for more information or call 419-893-0705. Medical Mutual Dart Frog Dash Toledo Zoo On your mark…get set…go! The annual 5K race/walk and kids’ fun run treks through and around the Zoo. Pre-registration for the race is strongly encouraged. For additional information and registration procedures, visit

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toledozoo.org/dartfrog. Polish Genealogical Society, 10 a.m. St. Michael’s School 420 Sandusky St., Toledo Bring your pictures, holy cards, collections or anything to share to this ‘show and tell.’

•May 21 Sylvania Community Orchestra Concert, 4 p.m. Franciscan Center The program will feature popular show tunes and themes including “Jurassic Park,” “Somewhere In Time,” “My Fair Lady,” “The Magnificent Seven,” “Pirates of the Caribbean,” and “Downton Abbey.” Woodlawn Tree and Tombstone Walking Tour, 1-2:30 p.m. Woodlawn Cemetery 1501 W. Central Ave. Toledo’s Industrial Pioneers, stories behind visionaries is the theme of the spring tour. The elaborate monuments and private family mausoleums erected by these leaders are stunning and, as the original designers planned, augment the natural beauty of the space. Along the tour, guides will highlight the certified arboretum representing over 100 varieties of trees in the cemetery. BE FAST 5K Walk/Run, 9 a.m.-noon Ottawa Park Shelter House 2200 Kenwood Blvd. A 5K run or 1 mile walk honoring northwest Ohio's stroke survivors and their family members provides stroke education and awareness. Proceeds benefit a stroke philanthropy fund to provide to patients in need of medications, assistive devices and/or therapy. The race starts at 9 a.m. and the registration fee is $15 per participant. Stroke survivors’ registration is free.Visit runsignup.com/Race/ OH/Toledo/BEFAST5kRunWalk.

•May 22-23 Children’s Choir of Northwest Ohio Auditions, 5-7 p.m. Community of Christ Lutheran Church 6517 Finzel Road, Whitehouse Monday evening rehearsals for Jubilate Choir, (grades 3-5) and Canto Choir, (grades 5-up) run Sept.-April. Add in opportunities for performances friendship, teamwork building and the nurturing of poise and self-assuredness For additional information or to schedule an audition, visit ccofnwo.org or call 419-377-7710.

•May 24 Zinio, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Sylvania Monroe St. Library Learn how to use Zinio to download magazines on your iPad. Make sure to bring your Apple ID and password, email address, and library card information. First time attendees should arrive 15 minutes early to have their iPads set up by a librarian. Registration is required.

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Classic Movie Afternoon, 2-4 p.m. Sylvania Monroe St. Library Showing of the classic movie “The Thin Man.” Refreshments will be provided.

•May 25 Father Jim Bacik Lecture Franciscan Center, 6832 Convent “The Federal Budget: A Moral Document,” an examination of the administration’s proposed budget from the viewpoint of social justice. $10 per lecture in advance or $15 per lecture at the door. Register at sylvaniafranciscanvillage.org/bacik. Aid and Attendance Benefit for Assisted Living, 6:30 p.m. The Grove at Oakleaf Village 4220 N. Holland Sylvania Rd. Members of Beacon Associates will discuss the financial benefit to help with the cost of assisted living for wartime veterans or surviving spouses. Reservations may be made by calling Susan Sanderson or Dena Marvin, 419-885-3934. Sylvania Volunteen Training, 6:30-8 p.m. Sylvania Monroe St. Library Have you thought of becoming a teen volunteer at Sylvania Branch? Teens age 12 to 17 can become a volunteer as part of our Summer Reading Challenge program. Help with library programs, help children register for SRC, and earn service hours to meet your school's requirements. Training is required for all volunteens each year, regardless of prior participation. Registration.

•May 30 Northview Athletic Boosters 25th Annual Golf Outing, 1:30 p.m. Highland Meadows Golf Club 7455 Erie Street nvthboosters@hotmail.com It's time to register for the 25th annual Golf Outing to support the Northview High School Athletic Boosters. Dinner and awards banquet will follow the shotgun start golf outing.

•May 31 Virtual Dementia Tour, 3-5 p.m. Oakleaf Village 4220 N. Holland Sylvania The tour offers individuals the opportunity to experience what it is like to live with dementia. Tours are 30 minutes long and registration is required. Contact Susan Sanderson or Dena Marvin at Oakleaf Village, 419-885-3934.

•June 1

Sylvania Volunteen Training, 6:30-8 p.m. Sylvania Monroe St. Library Have you thought of becoming a teen volunteer at Sylvania Branch? Teens age 12 to 17 can become a volunteer as part of our Summer Reading Challenge program. Help with library programs, help children register for SRC, and earn service hours to meet your school's requirements. Training is required for all volunteens each year, regardless of prior participation. Registration. Karl Rahner Lecture, 5:30-7 p.m. Franciscan Center Guest lecturer Father Donald Cozzens will address ‘The Last Priests in America: Being Catholic without ‘Father.’ The lecture will attempt to read the ‘signs of the time’ that continue to shape Catholic life and practice in the twenty-first century. $10 in advance, $15 at the door. Contact Sophia Lloyd at slloyd@sistersosf.org, 419-824-3533 or visit sylvaniafranciscanvillage.org.

•June 2 On the Trail with Butterflies (Adults), 3-4 p.m. Wildwood Preserve, Metz Visitor Center Back Patio. Dozens of species of butterflies call the park home, so search for butterflies of all colors and the flowers they love in the gardens, woods, and prairies of Wildwood. Reservations needed. No charge. Tea at Stranleigh: The Stars and Stripes, 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Wildwood Preserve, Manor House, The annual Patriotic Tea will salute the Nation's flag---officially adopted on June 14, 1777. For reservations, call 419-407-9790. $10. Gallery Exhibition, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Secor, National Center for Nature Photography Exhibits from the nation's premier nature photographers hang alongside images by local talent in this gallery. The National Center for Nature Photography at Secor Metropark is the only center of its kind in the country. Gallery open Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free. Also June 3 and 4. Good Health Walk, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Wildwood Preserve, Metz Visitor Center back patio. Take a brisk walk on park trails to increase

your heart rate and get the blood flowing. This is a 50 minute walk and covers over 2 miles at a quick walking pace. Free. Also June 5, 7, 9 and 10. Learning University Children’s Program, 10-11 a.m. Sylvania Monroe Street Library This bi-weekly series based on early literacy skills is for children and their parents/caregivers. The program will explore numbers, colors, and shapes in stories, music and play.

•June 3, 10, 17 and 24 Yoga in the Park (Teens and Adults), noon to 1 p.m. Wildwood Preserve Lawn Enjoy the beauty of Wildwood Preserve and the benefits of Yoga. Gain flexibility, strength, balance, and stress management tools while surrounded by the peaceful offerings of the one of the area's most beautiful preserves. Bring a yoga mat or towel. All levels welcome. Teacher Ann Heckler E-RYT, uses her 20 years of teaching experience to create options for all levels of yoga practice. Program fees cover all four yoga classes. Register for the June 3 class only. Reservations needed. $40.

•June 3 Kayak Seminar, 10:30 a.m. River Lures, 24315 Front St., Grand Rapids, Ohio The Ohio DNR, the Toledo Sail & Power Squadron, and River Lures will team up to present a kayaking event for beginners, intermediate, and advanced paddlers as well as anyone interested in this growing sport. Lunch will be provided at 11:30 a.m. followed by some (optional) kayaking fun on the water at 12:15 p.m. $10 includes lunch. Kayak rental is additional through River Lures. Contact Nelson Evans to sign up by May 31, 419-3761415 or nevans811@aol.com. Kindergarten KickStart!, 11 a.m.-noon Sylvania Monroe Street Library Do you have a child starting kindergarten in

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the fall? Attend Kindergarten KickStart to help prepare both you and your child for success in school. Registration begins Monday, May 15.

•June 4 Historical Tours of the Manor House, 12 to 5 p.m. Wildwood Preserve, Manor House, Enjoy a free guided tour of this over 30,000 square foot, Depression-era home and learn about the region's rich history or walk through the first floor in your own time. After touring the Manor House, save time to walk through the Ellen Biddle Shipman Gardens or walk the trails through the spectacular grounds of Wildwood Preserve. Free. Also June 6, 7, and 8. Nature’s Nursery Wildlife Festival, 1 to 4 p.m. Toledo Botanical Garden 5403 Elmer Dr. Free and open to the public, enjoy a stroll through the garden visiting more than a dozen community partners to enjoy fun, educational programs and activities celebrating wild populations and environmental conservation. Call 419-8770060 or email skiessling@naturesnursery.org for more information.

•June 5 Tai Chi, 6-7:30 p.m. The Elks Lodge, 3520 N. Holland Sylvania Beginner Tai Chi classes on Mondays. Taoist Tai Chi Society is a nonprofit, volunteer organization dedicated to improving health and well-being. Its Tai Chi classes consist of slow movements that use gentle turns and graceful stretches to improve balance, flexibility, circulation, and strength. Call 419537-0131 or visit toledo.ohio.usa.taoist.org.

•June 6 Zumba Kids with Elaina, 1-2 p.m. Sylvania Monroe Street Library Fun kid-friendly dance workout in Latin and Hip-Hop styles. Registration begins May 15.

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BY MARY HELEN DARAH ProMedica Flower Hospital is hosting an Ice Cream Social Cancer Survivor Celebration, on June 6, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. The event will take place at the Conference Center/Garden on the campus of ProMedica Flower Hospital, located at Harroun Road. Jill Johnson, CNP, Coordinator of the Cancer Survivor Program at Hickman Cancer Center, as well as a cancer survivor, feels the event is meaningful to those who have battled and are battling cancer. "I

think we need to celebrate the blessing of life," stated Johnson. "It is a celebration of making it through the continuous journey of cancer survivorship. Every year that I am asked to put this event together, I want it to be a celebration and a time to reach out and reconnect with other survivors and the physicians and nurses that made such a difference during treatment. The celebration is a reminder we went through a difficult time in life and we survived." To RSVP for the event, call 844-320-5863 or visit promedica.org/survivorcelebration.

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Memorial Day vs. Veterans Day: What You NEED To Know BY JESSICA RUTKOWSKI

Memorial Day, commonly known for its parades, high gas prices, cookouts, and kids clad in red, white, and blue, is coming up. But that’s not all Memorial Day is known for. People often don’t recognize the true meaning of Memorial Day, much less how to spot the difference between Memorial Day and Veterans Day. This difference can get confusing, since both of the days’ honor veterans. Nevertheless, the holidays are distinctively their own. What’s the difference, you ask? Memorial Day remembers the 1.3 million veterans who died in active military service. The celebration of Memorial Day, originally known as Decoration Day began in May 1868 when people decorated the graves of more than 20,000 Union and Confederate soldiers after General John A. Logan commemorated the sacrifices, including deaths, of those who served in the Civil War.

Fast-forward a little over 100 years later, Memorial Day was declared a national holiday in 1971. Now, the United States celebrates this holiday on the last Monday of May. On Memorial Day, the National Moment of Remembrance, as designed by Congress in 2000, takes place at 3 p.m. So, how is this holiday different from Veterans Day? Simple. Instead of honoring those veterans who died in war, the focus of Veterans Day is placed on honoring all of the 42 million veterans who previously served in the military. It doesn’t matter if a veteran died in the course of his or her service or not. As long as he or she has previously served, this November holiday is for them. A commonly overlooked holiday all together is Armed Forces Day. This holiday, which takes place on the third Sunday of May, honors all those who are currently serving in the military. This year, get it right and pay tribute to past and present veterans on their respected days.

The Sylvania Community Orchestra will wrap up this season on Sunday, May 21 at 4 p.m., with a free concert at Lourdes University’s Franciscan Center. The program will feature popular show tunes and themes from “Jurassic Park,” “Somewhere In Time,” “My Fair Lady,” “The Magnificent Seven,” “Pirates of the

Caribbean,” and “Downton Abbey.” The concert is made possible by the Sylvania Community Arts Commission, the Ohio Arts Council, City of Sylvania, and Sylvania Township, and generous donors. For more information, call the Sylvania Community Arts Commission at 419-5170118 or email: director@sylvaniaarts.org.

Bob Wurst will be the featured entertainer at the American Legion, Joseph W. Diehn Post 468, 5580 Centennial Rd. on Friday, May 26 from 7 to 10:30 p.m. Wurst and his live music for listening and dancing will also be at the Joseph W. Diehn Post on June 23, July 28, Aug. 20, Sept. 22 and Oct. 27 from 7

to 10:30 p.m. There is a cover charge of $8 and proceeds from the evening of live entertainment benefits veterans. The public is welcome. Wurst will also be featured at the Nov. 24 Sporleder Toys for Tots event held at the post.

For over two decades 1964 The Tribute has been playing to sold-out venues all over the world and now returns to the Centennial Terrace on July 28. Mac Ruffing is Paul McCartney, Mark Benson portrays John Lennon, Tom Work is in the role of the quiet Beatle George Harrison and Bobby Potter is behind the Ludwig Drums as Ringo Starr. Critically acclaimed as “The #1 Beatles Show In The World!” the title is well deserved as every detail from the Beatles

early years are captured from the haircut, suits, vintage instruments, and the ultra clear Beatle harmonies to the stage banter between the four lads as they capture the hearts and souls of every audience member.

Sylvania Community Orchestra’s final concert of season features show tunes

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1964 The Tribute returns to Centennial Terrace

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Nick Marsalek, Alex Miller and Tyler Beattie of Boy Scout Troop 154 handed out flags to those watching the parade. Local Sylvania area veteran’s groups, the city of Sylvania, and Sylvania Recreation, which is assisting with coordination of events, announced that the 2017 Sylvania Memorial Day observances will be held on Monday, May 29. Area citizens are encouraged to come out to show honor and respect for veterans who have served in the United States Armed Forces. A brief service will be held at Toledo Memorial Park, 6832 Monroe St. beginning at 9 a.m. More than 14,000 local veterans are laid to rest at Toledo Memorial Park. The “Sea of Flags” that decorate their graves each year is a truly magnificent sight. Local veteran’s groups and color guards will also visit Association, Ravine, and St. Joseph’s cemeteries to honor area veterans buried there. The annual Memorial Day Parade will again start from St. Joseph’s School, 5411 Main St., beginning at 10:15 a.m. The parade will proceed north on Main Street to Erie Street and finish at Veterans Memorial Field.

The Northview and Southview High School Bands, local veterans, military, scout and civic groups, and local political dignitaries will also participate in this year’s parade. A 30-minute Memorial Day service honoring America’s Veterans will begin at 11 a.m. at Veterans Memorial Field with city of Sylvania Mayor Craig Stough serving as master of ceremonies. Five large bronze monuments are in place at Memorial Field, describing five American wars and listing the Sylvania area residents who gave up their lives in those conflicts.

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1928 Grand stove donated by Bill Giacci.

Artifacts to go on display at Heritage Center Museum A collection of newly acquired artifacts will be on display at the Sylvania Heritage Center Museum beginning Memorial Day weekend. “We are going to showcase these interesting pieces and the stories they tell,” noted Andi Erbskorn, executive director of the Sylvania Historical Village and Heritage Center Museum. The new exhibit will feature a 1928 Grand (the brand name) stove that was donated by Bill Giacci. The stove belonged to his grandmother, Ida, who moved it to every house she lived in. “I remember her preparing Christmas meals on that stove well into the 1960s,” Giacci said.

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A harp and personal papers of Hazelle Black, an early 20th-century performer from the area will also be on display. Black was an accomplished harpist and pianist and traveled the country in the early 1900s to perform. Marilyn Kuhlman Enz, the granddaughter of Dr. Uriah Cooke, who first lived in the house that is now the Heritage Center Museum, provided personal papers for the exhibit. She donated her father’s tool box, handwork by her grandmother and a drawing of this home. The Sylvania Heritage Center Museum is open Saturdays from 1 to 4 p.m.

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Sylvania Historical Village to hold new series of summer events The Sylvania Historical Village announces a new series of events inviting the public to discover this “hidden gem.” Community Days in the Village will be held from 1 to 4 p.m. the first Saturday of each month from June 3 through Oct. 7, allowing guests to experience the Historical Village with its doors open and fully staffed. Designed for families and guests of all ages, there will be hands-on activities, demonstrations, and visits by area cultural and educational partners each month. “We have been in downtown Sylvania since the 1990s, but even life-long residents don’t know we are here,” said Executive Director Andi Erbskorn. “We are truly a ‘best-kept secret,’ but our goal with Community Days is to share the secret so everyone will know. Guests from throughout the region will be able to explore our historic buildings and our Heritage Center Museum, try hands-on activities, and meet other

regional partners. Admission is free to the public, and each month will bring slightly different activities, encouraging guests to come back.” Long noted as a field trip destination, the Historical Village includes several original and detailed reproduction buildings that tell the story of Northwest Ohio’s past. It is one of many great resources in Northwest Ohio. Erbskorn continued, “We are very excited to welcome our regional partners to Community Days. It will give guests a chance to experience more of what makes northwest Ohio great. Starting in June, we welcome Sauder Village and the Toledo Lucas County Library. July will bring Imagination Station and the Library again. The Metroparks of the Toledo Area will be here in August, and the Toledo Zoo will be presenting in September. In October we finish up with WGTE Public Media and the Olander Park District.”

Feminist Alliance makes their voices heard BY MARISA MERCURIO

If a visitor stops at the People Called Women bookstore, located at 6060 Renaissance Place, on the right day, they might run into several dozen women making their voices heard. The new political action group, which calls itself Northwest Ohio Feminist Alliance (NOFA) Indivisible, now has more than 150 members in their Facebook group and have participated in protests at fundraisers, along with calling campaigns, tele-town halls with Senator Rob Portman and Congressman Bob Latta, Lunch with Latta on Fridays, and Fulton County Indivisible Alliance events. Approximately 50 people attended the first meeting on Feb. 19 at People Called Women. Gina Mercurio, owner of People Called Women bookstore, Susan Shelangoskie, a Lourdes University professor and resident of Sylvania Township, and Debbie Schwartz, a retired Lourdes University professor and

resident of Sylvania Township, started the group to give local women a space in which to develop a strong voice and get involved in political action. According to Schwartz, one of their members was instrumental in planning a successful Equal Pay Day event in Sandusky on the same day Kasich gave his State of the State address there. Meanwhile, another NOFA member worked with other Ohio District 5 Indivisible groups on a town hall at Congressman Latta’s office on April 14 to showcase his “non-responsiveness to his constituents.” On May 27, a “Revitalizing Democracy” conference will be held at the Maumee Indoor Theatre. NOFA Indivisible is affiliated with the national Indivisible movement started by former congressional staffers. They can be found on Indivisibleguide.com, Facebook, and Twitter and can be contacted at nofaindivisible@gmail.com.

iPad/iPhone Class to be held at Senior Center

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Sylvania Senior Center, located at 7140 Sylvania Ave. Taking place on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, May 23-25 from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., the class will cover how to navigate device settings and built-in apps. Students should know their Apple Store ID and password before coming to class and bring their device in order to participate in the hands-on activities. The price is $35 for a six-hour course. Call Susan at 419-885-3913 for more information.

COMMUNITY EVENTS

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Toledo SOUP’s fifth-anniversary spring social to raise funds for four groups

Sylvania architect Lyndsey Stough is the event chairwoman for the fifth-anniversary spring social for Toledo SOUP to be held on May 21 at Top of NINE in Hensville in downtown Toledo. Doors will open for a crowdfunding dinner at 4 p.m. The cost is $5 per person, which buys a bowl of soup from one of five chefs, a salad by Pam Weirauch of Pam’s Corner, bread by Rosie’s Italian Grille, and a vote for one of four community improvement projects that will receive the proceeds from the spring event before the end of the night. Beginning at 5 p.m., guests listen to four presentations that last for four minutes each. Every presenter will answer up to four questions from guests.

From 6 to 7 p.m., guests enjoy soup from Chef Tony of NINE, Kelly Mettler of Ye Olde Cock n’ Bull, Scott Bowman of Fowl and Fodder and Cynthia Bunch of Cynthia’s Catering. Southview graduate Molly Sullivan and Sylvania resident Bill Horvath are also helping to plan the event, which helps good ideas become a reality. Since 2012, Toledo SOUP has hosted 11 crowdfunding dinners, raising over $15,000 to support community improvement projects. Some of the past microgrant winners include Glass City Pedicabs, Glass City Goat Gals, FDCA Late Night Basketball, Soul City Boxing & Wrestling, Sisters-n Law, Harvey House, Deep in Design and Toledo Streets.

The ideas can be about anything but must be based in the greater Toledo area. Anyone can submit at no charge. “By hosting our crowdfunding dinners, we raise up to a $1,500 microgrant for a small, local project that could have a big impact on the community. Our events empower

residents, encourage new relationships and networks, promote action and change, foster critical dialogue and fill heads, hearts and bellies...all over a bowl of soup,” Stough pointed out. SOUPs are located in cities around the world. To learn more, go to ToledoSOUP.com.

Elks Make Donation to S.C.A.T.

Sylvania Senior Center Programs Hours: 8 a.m.- 5 p.m. Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri • 8 a.m.-7:30 p.m. Tuesdays

LUNCH is served from 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Mon-Fri; suggested donation for persons who are 60+ is $2.50; non-senior is $5.62 Make reservation by noon the day before. TUESDAY EVENING DINNER served from 4:30-5:15 p.m., $7.00 per person; reserve by 2 p.m. 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 a.m.-noon, weekly; WOODSHOP: Tue, Thu, Fri, 1-3 p.m., weekly; WOODCARVERS: Tue, 3-6 p.m. weekly Transportation to Senior Center & Shopping: call Deb, 419-885-3913 05/17 Movie Day: 3rd Wed. 1-3, please RSVP, monthly Strength/Balance: Wed 1-2, Fri 10:30-11:30, weekly,* Restorative Yoga: Wed 2:30-4, weekly,* 05/18 Podiatrist: by appointment Book Review Group: Thu 2-3, monthly 05/19 Scrabble: 1:30-4:30, weekly Line Dancing: Fridays 2:30-4, weekly 05/22 Blood Pressure Clinic: 11-12:30 05/23 Blood Pressure/Blood Sugar Clinic: Tuesdays, 9-11:30 Learn to Knit: 2nd & 4th Tue, 10-11, bring your own supplies! Adult Coloring: 2nd & 4th Tue, 1-3, bring your own supplies! Current Events Discussion Group: 2nd & 4th Tue 2-4, monthly Dr. Lam’s Tai Chi for Health: Tue 3-4, weekly,* Darlington Presentation: 5:30, call for details Intro to Hatha Yoga: Tuesdays 6-7,* 05/24 Strength/Balance: Wed 1-2, Fri 10:30-11:30, weekly,* Restorative Yoga: Wed 2:30-4, weekly,* 05/25 Party Bridge: 1-3:30, weekly 05/26 Scrabble: 1:30-4:30, weekly Line Dancing: Fridays 2:30-4, weekly 05/29 Quilting & Sewing: Mon, Tue & Thu 8-12 noon, weekly Strength Training: Mon & Thu 10-11, weekly,* Body Recall: Mon, Tue & Thu 11:30-12:30, weekly,*

05/30 Cinema Studies: 5:30, call for details 05/31 Party Euchre: Wed 10-Noon, weekly 06/01 Spanish Club, 1st Thu 1:30-3, monthly 06/02 Scrabble: 1:30-4:30, weekly Butterfly House/Whitehouse Inn: please call for details 06/05 Quilting & Sewing: Mon, Tue & Thu 8-12 noon, weekly BP Clinic: Alt. Mon 11-12:30 Body Recall: Mon, Tue & Thu 11:30-12:30, weekly,* 06/06 Blood Pressure/Blood Sugar Clinic: Tuesdays, 9-11:30 Bunco: 1st & 3rd Tue, 1-3, monthly Dr. Lam’s Tai Chi for Health: Tue 3-4, weekly,* Nat Geo: 5:30, call for details Intro. to Hatha Yoga: Tuesdays 6-7,* 06/07 Strength/Balance: Wed 1-2, Fri 10:30-11:30, weekly,* Computer Basics: 2 day/4 hour course,* Restorative Yoga: Wed 2:30-4, weekly,* 06/08 Poker: Thu 12-4, weekly 06/09 Senior Dance Party!: 6-8 p.m., $10/ticket, call for details & availability 06/12 Strength Training: Mon & Thu 10-11, weekly,* Body Recall: Mon, Tue & Thu 11:30-12:30, weekly,* 06/13 Blood Pressure/Blood Sugar Clinic: Tuesdays, 9-11:30 Learn to Knit: 2nd & 4th Tue, 10-11, bring your own supplies!

*Call for fee and registration • For more info, call: 419-885-3913 Sylvania Community Services, a nonprofit agency, manages the Sylvania Senior Center. For a complete listing of all Senior Center activities and programs, visit sylvaniaseniorcenter.org and click on Senior Center Newsletter.

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

L-R: Northview athletes Joey Okeke, Jeffrey Blanks, Alex Sample, Jennifer Kill and Meghan Vandenbroek along with Elks Secretary Tony Federici looked on as Elks Exalted Ruler Bruce Clark, center, and Terri Harrison presented a check for $1,600 to Sylvania Community Action Team Life of an Athlete Director Julia Koralewski and Executive Director Deb Chany. According to Federici, the organization recently sold its D.A.R.E. trailer and the membership decided the proceeds should be donated to a local drug prevention program. 'We learned about S.C.A.T.'s Life of an Athlete program and voted to use the money from the trailer to support the program.

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JANIS WEBER

THE MOUSE TRAP

Choose Your homepage The web browser is a funny thing. Thanks to the internet it’s become one of the most-used programs on our computers, but many people don’t really Janis Weber understand it. That’s why in the past we’ve tackled common browser myths and misconceptions that many people believe but shouldn’t. What’s the first thing you see when your browser starts up? If you’re using Internet Explorer, it’s probably MSN’s website. Chrome loads up a modified Google page and Firefox and Microsoft Edge have their own start pages. But if the first thing you always do after the browser starts is go to Facebook or your email, why not have your browser start there? It saves you an extra step and it’s easy to do. Let’s look at the various browsers to see how to set your homepage. In Chrome, click the icon in the upper right with the three horizontal bars and choose “Settings.” In the left column, choose “Settings” and then to the right look under “On Startup.” Set it to “Open a specific page or set of pages” and then click the “Set pages” link. Type in one or more web addresses and click OK. The page or pages will load up when Chrome starts. In Microsoft Edge, click the icon in the upper-right corner with the three horizontal dots and select “Settings.” Under “Open with,” select “A specific page or pages” and then select “Custom.” Type in a web address and click the plus sign to the right. You can do this multiple times to add multiple pages or click “X” next to a page to remove it. When you’re done, click the icon with the three horizontal dots again to close the settings area. In Firefox, click the icon in the upper right with the three horizontal bars and choose “Options.” On the General page, set “When Firefox starts” to “Show my homepage.” Then under that, type in the address you want for your homepage. Click OK. If you want to load multiple pages on startup, load them up in tabs first and then click the “Use Current Page” button. Or you can click “Use Bookmark...” and select a folder of bookmarks. In Internet Explorer, click the gear icon in the upper-right corner and select “Internet Options.” Go to the General tab and under “ homepage” enter the web address or addresses you want to see on startup. In Safari on Apple, go to Safari >> Preferences. On the General tab, go to “Homepage” and type in an address or

addresses. Zoom Text Have you ever visited a page with text that was too small to read comfortably? If you’ve ever found yourself leaning too close to a computer monitor, you need to know this. To zoom text and images in any browser, just hold CTRL and press the plus key to zoom in. Hit plus a few times to zoom in even farther. Too far? Hold CTRL and press the minus key to zoom back out. CTRL and the zero key resets the zoom level. Computer Classes Are Available I will be teaching MS Excel Basics on June 27 and 28, 1:30-3:00 p.m. at the Sylvania Senior Center. MS Word Basics will be held on August 22 and 23, 1:30-3:00 p.m. Call 419885-3913 at the Sylvania Senior Center to register. There is a small fee. Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint will be offered in the fall at the Eberly Center on the campus of UT. Call 419-530-8570 to register for classes at UT. If you prefer personal tutoring; that is my specialty. It’s just you and me. Contact me personally for patient/knowledgeable tutoring at 419-318-9112. Group Training in Your Home or Facility Would you like to have a mini informational get-together? Recently I have been teaching PC and iPhone/iPad classes anywhere that has Wi-Fi. Informal and informative. We all use the same local Internet. We will pick a topic using open discussion. It is amazing how many different issues are solved. Bring a list of questions. Let’s get started. Got a small business; I can customize a class for your staff. I Make House Calls I will come to your home or office and help you with almost any predicament including repairs, upgrades and general software or hardware issues. I can be your resident “Geek.” I have an endless amount of patience and knowledge with years of experience. Give me a call at 419-318-9112. References and rates are always available upon request. Don’t forget to sign up for my Free Newsletter at OhComputerTraining.com. Subscribers will get a copy of this article plus added hints, tips and trusted/valuable web-links. Janis Weber, B.A., owner of Ohio Computer Training & Support, is a professional computer adjunct instructor at UT and Lourdes University. All classes are offered through the Eberly Center at UT with free parking. Email any specific questions or comments to JwPcTutor@Gmail.com or contact her for assistance at 419-318-9112. Public classes are listed on her website OhComputerTraining.com. The classes at UT offer inexpensive and totally nonintimidating. Call 419-530-8570 to register. Private tutoring and repairs are just a phone call or email away.

BUSINESS NEWS

Shred Day is Popular in Sylvania

Harry McKinney, of AccuShred, mans one of the mobile trucks used to shred personal information such as bank statements, credit card statements and tax returns.

L-R: Tim Kolinski, Jason Dixon and Mike Boyd, of AccuShred, provide paper shredding and computer recycling for the community at the Shred Day event held on April 22.

Jason Dixon, of AccuShred, tries to keep up with the steady flow of vehicles filled with materials to be shredded at the event.

Cars line up for the city of Sylvania Shred Day provided by AccuShred at the administration building in Sylvania. –by Mary Helen Darah

S.A.V.E. Presents Awards

The 25th annual S.A.V.E awards were presented to Eco-Educator Secondary Award: Abigail Cappel of Southview, Science Department Chair and Science educator; Science Day Planet Earth Sustainablity Award winners: Rahaf Elhag of the Islamic Academy and David Baden of Patrick Henry High School; Eco Educator Award: Dr. Mark Camp, UT Professor of Geology; Eco-Service Award: Tony Siebeneck, Nature’s Health Food; EcoEducator Elementary Award: Michael Dick, Maumee Schools; 2017 Environmental Scholarship Winner: David Dalton, 2017 Sustainability Service Award: Kevin Nemer; Eco-Community Award: Jane Larsen, Christ Child Society of Toledo; and Eco-Friend of the Environment Award: Ellie Leonard of the Juliette Gordon Low Trail on May 2 at the Franciscan Center.

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DOWNTOWN NEWS

People of all ages enjoy Chamber Car Show

Matthew and Maggie Wilcox and Kristen McGuire check out the orange Studebaker.

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Mike Bonner talks with owner Louie Wooller about his 1931 Ford deluxe coupe. Rick Stansley adjusts one of the paintings in the new gallery space he created in the back entrance to TK Lanes Boutique and the River Centre Gallery.

Entrepreneur encourages support of arts; opens downtown gallery George Fanning and Dan Czyzewski admire Bill Ersham’s 1950 Oldsmobile convertible.

Emmett Fulton and his dad Jonathon and grandfather Robert admire the 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle 454.

Mark and Sandi Gullikson show their niece and nephew Amirah and Kaden Prentice the 1940 LaSalle at the Sylvania Chamber of Commerce Car Show on May 7.

Anthony Spinazzi looks right at home in the 1986 Ford Mustang convertible owned by Sherry Childress as she and Anthony’s parents, Stacy and Tony, look on.

Three words describe what Rick Stansley of NZRD Properties feels the Sylvania community does best: art, education, and entertainment. These three words are consequently what he believes the Sylvania community needs to focus more on. To aid in this focus, he has converted the underutilized space behind the River Centre Gallery and TK Lanes into an art gallery. “There is a small gallery that really complements the other galleries on Main Street. There will be a focus on artwork by Tina Wagenhauser, but other artists will have exhibits as well,” Stansley stated. He is also working with Tessa Mossing of TK Lanes who

will manage the gallery and be responsible for sales. To even further the focus on local artists, Stansley noted that the gallery “will have a select artist of the month.” He is enthusiastic about this platform in which local artists will receive the recognition they deserve. “There are just so many local artists that people don’t know about and will now have the opportunity to display their work here,” he explained. Stansley is passionate about this project and effort in showcasing Sylvania’s assets, stating that, “I am committed and that is where my focus is.”

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DOWNTOWN NEWS

Sylvania Farmers Market returns to downtown on June 6

Vincent and Jennifer Kuhlman looked over the produce offered by Louis Keil & Sons Farms at the 2016 Sylvania Farmers Market.

BY MEGHAN ROWE

The Sylvania Farmers Market returns June 6 with new hours of 3 to 7 p.m., weekly and monthly events, and new vendors. Lasting through October 10, the market is held every Tuesday night in the Sylvania Municipal parking lot. Weekly features include the Comfort Station, provided by Frogtown Computers, and food trucks from Rusty’s Road Trip, Grumpy’s On the Go, Rosie’s, and Soup Del Giorno. New this year, however, is rotating spot that will feature a new vendor each week. Also new is the “Recipe of the Week,” to encourage seasonal shopping.

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Karen Moreland and Margaret Walters bought strawberries from Lauren Creque of Creque’s Greenhouse. Monthly events include Music at the Market and The University Church Garden on the third Tuesday of each month, as well as Imagination Station on the fourth Tuesday of each month. While most of the past vendors are returning, M&T Handmade Body Products, Single Grain Studio, Heavenly Hounds Doggie Delights, Turk Family Farm, Cinnamon Stick Bakery, Acorn Hill Farm, Majestic Oak Winery, and GLS Produce Winery join this year. But these aren’t the only new things offered this year. New foldaway and jute tote bags are available for purchase at the first market, complete with the new logo.

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DSA’s Local Fest in J&G Parking Lot highlights bands, bites and brews

The Interrupters: Matt Davis, Shannon Yocom, Bill Rossiter, Peter Kharchenko, Daniel Henne will open Local Fest on May 19.

Cactus Jack band members include Riley Maxwell, guitar, John Jerabek bass, Steve Mizer, drums who attended Sylvania schools and Currey Long, saxophone. They will play from 7:30 to 8:45 p.m.

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The Downtown Sylvania Association is filling the J&G parking lot with Bands, Bites and Brews at the first Local Fest taking place on Friday, May, 19 2017 from 5 to 11 p.m. The music and beer festival will have four bands and several local beers on tap from Upside Brewing, Sylvania’s first microbrewery. Wine will also be available. The event is a celebration of local businesses, musicians and community sponsored by Dave White Chevrolet and Liberty Title Co. Donations are welcome at the entrance to benefit Downtown Sylvania Association. Street food from The Displaced Chef and Rusty’s Road Trip along with craft beers and bubble teas will be available. Live music begins at 5 p.m. with The Interrupters followed at 6 p.m. with Vester Frey and Mike Gramza. Cactus Jack will play from 7:30 to 8:45 p.m. and Dragon Wagon is on

stage from 9:15 to 11 p.m. Spoke Life Cycles will provide bike rack parking for those cycling to the event. Beautiful Blooms by Jen is donating floral decor, and Sodbuster Bar will host an after party with Andrew Ellis playing until 1am

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Red Bird Art Walk participants celebrate Cycle de Mayo

Mixed media artist Tina Wagenhauser chats with Katie Cepero in the new gallery space behind the River Centre Gallery and TK Lanes Boutique.

Kiersten Basilius talks with Margarita and Bengt Gerborg and David Garner of the River Centre Foundation during the May Art Walk.

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Artist John Mclaughlin enjoys a conversation with Laura Jakes and Scott and Barb Hudson.

Brian Schroyer of Spoke LIfe Cycles talks bikes with Jim Betz during Cycle de Mayo at the Hudson Gallery.

Sue and Dave Spiess head into the Sodbuster to enjoy the entertainment of the evening.

Tom and Joyce Bettinger take time out from the May Art Walk and enjoy time at Chandler Cafe.

Jonathon Rodebaugh of V Collection joins Ben Masters to entertain guests during the Art Walk.

Vester Frey and Lucian Townes entertain guests at the River Centre Gallery.

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Amy Sigler and her daughters Abbie and Evie learn about the history of the Sylvania Heritage Center Museum during the May Art Walk.

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TOWNSHIP TOPICS Safety Township Safety Township, a program managed by the Sylvania Township Police Department for youngsters preparing to enter kindergarten in Sylvania Schools, is set to begin June 12 at Central Trail Elementary School on Mitchaw Road. Those enrolled learn during fun presentations about safety in important lessons taught both in a classroom setting and outdoors. Topics discussed include traffic and school bus safety, fire and electricity safety, and how to deal with strangers. Presentations will be made by both the Sylvania Township police and fire departments, Operation Lifesaver, the Lucas County Dog Warden, Lucas County EMS, ProMedica Flower Hospital emergency room, Sylvania Schools transportation department and Toledo Edison. Classes this year will be June 12 through June 16 from 9-11:30 a.m. There is a $30 fee. Registration forms for Safety Township may be picked up at the police department or from the police department section of the township website, SylvaniaTownship.com. Brush Pickup The Sylvania Township annual brush pickup concluded May 10 this year, one month after it began. Although numbers arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t yet available, Rob Nash, road superintendent, said crews this year were on track to collect at least twice as much in the way of tree limbs, sticks, twigs, etc. as in a typical year. As a result, collection from start to finish, was nearly double the time the project usually takes. Mr. Nash said the difficulty this year was primarily due to a wind storm on March 8, which damaged several trees in the area and brought down large limbs at several homes. There had been some thought to making a special pickup after the storm, but because it was close to the already-scheduled collection, it was decided against doing so. He also noted that, as it took longer for crews to get to some neighborhoods, people in those neighborhoods have longer to add to the pile of brush in front of their homes. Because the collection took longer than usual, Mr. Nash said there were some calls to his office from residents, but most were understanding when the situation was explained. He added that his crews and those contracted by the township all worked hard in making as much progress as possible each day of the collection cycle. Retires At the end of this month, Susan Wood, assistant administrator and human resources director for Sylvania Township, will retire. According to John Zeitler, administrator, she has been

â&#x20AC;&#x153;tremendous.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;She helped train me,â&#x20AC;? he said of the time in November 2010, when he moved from being budget director of Lucas County to take the township position. He seemed to run out of words as he specified attributes such as â&#x20AC;&#x153;knowledgeable,â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;steady,â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;immensely helpful,â&#x20AC;? etc., which he said he and the township have benefited from. The energetic Ms. Wood has helped run the day-to-day workings of the township since February 2003. When asked what the future might hold, she said she had recently told someone they might someday see her selling popcorn at a movie theater. That thought may not come to pass, but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time for a change. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been doing this for 42 years,â&#x20AC;? she said with a gesture to her desktop covered with papers and government forms. It falls to Ms. Wood to deal with insurance companies, labor unions, and others who have dealings with the township administration. Discussing the complexities of some relationships with other entities, she also mentioned how cool it might be to work in the floral section at Krogerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;and be surrounded by beautiful flowers.â&#x20AC;? Unquestionably adept and able, Ms. Wood is clearly beginning to think about a world full of opportunities away from a paper-filled desktop. She is a graduate of Northwest State Community College and began in private industry as a human resources manager for an automotive company. She became clerk of the Fulton County Board of Commissioners in 1997 and served in that capacity until coming to work for Sylvania Township. She and her husband have a daughter and two grandchildren in Findlay and another daughter and a son in Arizona. There are also two grandchildren there. Although any future jobs may be products of her imagination now, trips to see the children and grandchildren will happen, â&#x20AC;&#x153;and if I feel like staying for a month, I can,â&#x20AC;? she said. Trustees Hire New HR Director Janet Ontko has been hired by the Sylvania Township trustees to replace Susan Wood as township human relations director. John Zeitler, township administrator, said Ms. Woodâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s title of assistant administrator will not be filled immediately. He said he wants to wait a few months to determine how best to deal with those duties. Ms. Wood said her successor began working as a paralegal in 1991 after training at the University of Toledo. She said Ms. Ontko later received a bachelor of arts degree from UT. After working as a paralegal at a number of law firms, she worked in the HR department at E.F. Wagner Co., and most recently has been employed in the Toledo office of the Ohio Bureau of Workers Compensation.

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Sylvania Touch-aTruck Touch-a-Truck is coming to Sylvania! Already popular in central Ohio and southeast Michigan, the first Touch-a-Truck event in Sylvania is schedCraig Stough uled for Saturday, May 20, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., with a rain date of May 21, at the Sylvania City Hall parking lot, 6730 Monroe St. This family event offers fun hands-on opportunities for children to touch, explore, climb and learn about a variety of trucks and service vehicles, and meet the people who build, protect and serve our community. A street sweeper, backhoe, police car, SWAT vehicle, sewer JetVac, asphalt paver and more will be available for the kids to explore. My grandchildren have attended and enjoyed similar events in their communities, and I thought it could be a great event to offer here

in Sylvania. Children entering kindergarten already have a chance to see and touch safety vehicles at Safety City, but Touch-a-Truck will offer more and different vehicles for interested children, younger and older, to touch and explore. The event is free and no donations are required. Free popcorn and slushies will be available for attendees. The event will also feature a donation drive to benefit the Sylvania Area Family Services. Canned food items (tomatoes, spaghetti sauce, chicken, salmon, tuna, peanut butter, jelly, fruit, vegetables), boxed or bagged food items (cereal, flour, sugar, crackers, pasta/rice mixes, cake mixes) and personal hygiene items (shampoo/conditioner, deodorant, tissues, toilet paper diapers/wipes, laundry soap, feminine products and hand soap) will be gladly accepted for distribution to those in need in our community. For more information, go online to www.cityofsylvania.com or call the Sylvania Service Department at 419-885-8965. My thanks to the city of Sylvania employees who have embraced this idea and stepped forward to make it a reality!

Sylvania Police Explorers in Columbus

L-R: Ben Bostater, Bryton Bashaw, Corey Wright and Bryce Elliott compete in the Ohio Police Explorer event. The Sylvania Police Explorer Post competed in the annual â&#x20AC;&#x153;Heart of Ohioâ&#x20AC;? Explorer Competition in Columbus, Ohio, on April 22. The â&#x20AC;&#x153;Heart of Ohioâ&#x20AC;?event brings together Police Explorer Posts from around Ohio to compete in several topics including Officer Down/First Aid, Traffic Stops, Accident Investigation, Crisis Intervention, and other topics relating to police work. The Sylvania Explorers did very well, scoring tenth out of 43

teams who competed this year. The group scored second overall in Accident Investigations. The Explorer Post is for individuals ages 14 to 21 who are interested in learning about a career in law enforcement or criminal justice. For more information about the explorer program, contact the Sylvania Police Division at 419-885-8906 or the Sylvania Township Police Department at 419-882-7878.

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Alzheimer and Dementia Care Services formed to offer services to community

Cheryl Conley, program coordinator for the Alzheimer’s Association, works with Salli Bollin, executive director of the new Alzheimer and Dementia Care Services organization.

Quilter touts Filing Portal Effective Monday, May 1, the Lucas County Clerk of Courts activated its e Filing Portal for filing case documents in the civil and appellate divisions of the clerk’s office. This portal will allow attorneys to file official case documents electronically, rather than having to visit the clerk's office in person. The portal is currently under Beta testing and attorneys wanting to be a part of this testing must complete the registration process and be registered with the court. Attorneys must provide their email address at the time of registration. The portal allows for individuals to register with easy step-by-step instructions. The registration is active and filing of documents can begin within 21 hours of completion. Additional departments within the Clerk of Courts will be added at a future date to be determined. This e Filing portal will provide a greater level of customer service and efficiency to the court system, and eventually provide for a paperless system for the Lucas County Court

Bernie Quilter observes the new Filing Portal start-up. of Common Pleas and its various departments and divisions. Call Lucas County Clerk of Court's office at 419-213-4192 for more information.

There is an organization with a new name serving citizens of Sylvania. Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care Services offers adult day services and respite programs for families living with dementia. When over 70 Alzheimer Association local chapters throughout the country merged and incorporated into the national association, some services offered by the local Chapter needed to be spun off into a new entity. Several members of the staff and board members of the Alzheimer’s Association realized there were specialized services unique to northwestern Ohio that had been developed under the original organization and are important services for the community. "We made the commitment to form this new organization to continue these services. We worked closely with local board members from the Alzheimer's Association, Northwest Ohio Chapter and the national association to spin off the programs," Bollin said. "The staff and the board wanted to figure out what makes the most sense and what is best for families in our community," she offered. Those services include the Adult Day Program where families drop off their loved one for the day. In addition, a short-term respite program works in conjunction with the Area Office on Aging, Caregiver Support Program, and local nursing homes and assisted living providers to help caregivers meet one-time needs such as overnight stays, supplying a wheelchair, or installing door alarms when needed.

According to Bollin, the Adult Day Center opened in 1993 and has the capacity to care for up to 50 adults. The center is open Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. "This is the only free standing dementia-specific day center in the area. Not only does the Day Center provide a safe and enriching environment for our clients, it also offers respite for their caregivers. This allows people to continue to work during the day or to do other things while their loved one is being cared for here," she reported. While participants pay according to their ability, the program is subsidized thanks to the Area Office on Aging Senior Levy and the Monroe County Commission on Aging. Cheryl Conley serves as program director for the Alzheimer's Association, Northwest Ohio Chapter. "We continue to work together to help and support those with Alzheimer's and dementia," she said. "Our main focus is on education, research, and caregiver support," she offered. "We work with schools, legislators, and the general public to raise awareness. We also work with professionals in giving better care and with people in the early stages of dementia. We provide support groups for caregivers and those with earlystage dementia," she said. "We also offer a 24/7 Helpline," Conley said. "We don't duplicate services, but offer complementary ones," she added.

Chamber Spotlight Company

The Sylvania Chamber Spotlight Company of the Month honors the Sylvania offices of Edward Jones. Attending the luncheon are Chamber Executive Director Michelle Sprott, Edward Jones honorees Jennifer Panczyszyn, Marci Bennitt, John King, Lori Cannon, Robb Thomas, Don Ahl, Brad McDougle and Chamber President Jeff Boersma.

L-R: Chamber Executive Director Michelle Sprott, left, and Chamber President Jeff Boersma, right, welcome Judd Silverman, the May luncheon speaker.

The Discovery Shop

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New firm offers monthly subscription service for contact lenses BY MEGHAN ROWE

Allison Granger and Beth Samenuk of The Lens Butler stop by the Pinnacle Eye Group where their product is an option for patients.

Real estate update planned for June SACIC meeting BY ERIKA BURI/KATE FINESKE

Six times a year, the Sylvania Area Community Improvement Corporation Trustees gather at Flower Hospital for lunch and an informational presentation relating to the local economy. Past programs have included the plans for the Central/23 interchange, the annual presentation of community awards, and on June 14, the presenters will provide an update on the real estate trends in our area. Mark Kruse and Kevin Warren have both been with the Danberry Company for many years, and have a good handle on what prompts individuals, families and companies to settle in the region. They will generally talk about what is driving the market, issues in and pluses of the various markets that com-

pete with Sylvania and what people are looking for both in relocating to or moving about within the area. They will conclude the discussion with a Q and A. “It’s important to understand what is attracting people to Sylvania,” said John Zeitler, Sylvania Township Administrator. “That way we can make sure we continue providing those important services.” Become a member of the SACIC and join them for the June event. SACIC Trustee membership provides the opportunity to not only network with fellow businesspeople and leaders in the Sylvania Community, but also to take an active role in the economic development of the area. Find out more and become a member of the SACIC at the website, sylvaniaareacic.org.

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Allison Granger and Beth Samenuk have a new ‘eye’-dea whose time has come. Drawing inspiration from other monthly subscription services providing products from clothing to pet medications, the two explained they “both worked in the industry and realized there was a void in the market.” To fill this void, they have launched The Lens Butler: a monthly subscription for contact lenses that “can meet the needs of each subscriber from single use to multifocal contacts,” Samenuk stated. “Before The Lens Butler, the only way to purchase contact lenses was to order either a three month, six month, or year supply, which can be quite costly,” the partners agreed. “We wanted to bridge that gap. With The Lens Butler, you order and receive a monthly supply of contact lenses at a time and only pay for a month’s supply at a time,” said Samenuk. To subscribe to the service, “patients can enroll through their eye care provider” and pay with an “automatic monthly bill payment option to make the service even easier. Subscribers also have easy online access to their account.” Granger explained. But the subscription doesn’t only provide contact lenses. “In addi-

tion, we include messages about eye health and information of interest such as new products in the monthly shipment, keeping patients abreast of all the latest news in the industry,” Samenuk said. “We hope to add samples of approved eye creams and drops as the company grows,” she added. “We like to think of the Lens Butler as an extension of your eye care provider’s office offering the best for eye care services for patients,” the two said. The service is currently available in seven offices locally.

State garden club convention in NW Ohio The Garden Club of Ohio will hold its 89th annual convention in Perrysburg June 5 to 7. It has been many several years since the convention has been in northwest Ohio. Coletta Allen of Anthony Wayne Garden Club is chairman. Lynn Fronk, GCO president, will preside. Several members of Corey Woods Garden Club have leadership roles at the event.

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Better Living Speaker Series Join us for this monthly series as the experienced doctors a and nurses from Mercy Health share tips and tools to help you achieve and maintain good physical health.

Go MAD Personal Training Director Lisa Morlock, left, and General Manager Kris Hewitt, right, hold the ribbon for Go MAD owner Jason Reinhardt to cut during the grand opening celebration held May 3. Representatives from complementary businesses, Spoke Life Cycles, Dave's Running Shop and The Joint Chiropractic, had displays at the opening event.

May 15 | 10 a.m.

May 24 | 10 a.m.

The power of healthy eating

Stroke aware eness: learning the signs and sym mptoms

Join registered dietitian Nicole Cousino to learn how to choose the best foods for your best health, solutions to eating healthy with a busy lifestyle, and support resources available through Mercy Health — Weight Management Solutions. Speaker: r: N Nic icole Cousino, Regis istered Dietitia ian, Mercy cy H Health Mercy Health — St. Anne Hospital 3404 W. Sylvania Ave., Toledo, OH 43623

The signs and symptoms of concussions

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Speaker: r: J Ja ason Sm Smith, DO, O, Director, r, Mercy cy H Health — Sp Sports Medicine King Road Library 3900 King Road, Toledo, OH 43617 Free valet valet parking is available available at a the St. Anne and St. Charles locations.

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Speaker: Julie Go G ins-Wh Whitmore, RN, N, MBA, B EM EMT-P Mercy Health — St. S Charles Hospital 2600 Navarre Ave., A Toledo, OH 43616

May 16 | 7 p.m. A concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury that can occur after impact to the head or a whiplash effect. Though usually not life-threatening, concussions can cause serious symptoms that require medical treatment. Dr. Jason Smith will discuss the signs and what sort of treatments are available.

Stroke is the lea ading cause of adult disability in the U.S. U and the third leading killer. More than n 80% of adults age 40-70 are at risk, but iff treated t within the first 1-3 hours, the most m common form of stroke can essentially be reversed. Join RN Julie Goins-W Whitmore to learn the signs and symptoms of stroke.

May 24 | 2 p.m. Overcoming joint pain with a unique appr proach Is joint pain prev venting you from enjoying life? Are you a candidate c for a joint replacement? O Orthopaedic specialist Dr. Brad Morse will w discuss the full array of joint replacem ment options for hips, knees, and shou ulders, and the latest advancements tthat promise less pain, faster recovery and improved mobility. Speaker: Dr. r. B Bra ad Morse, Mercy cy H Health — Orthopaedics a and S Sp ports Medicine Way Public Librrary 101 E. Indiana Av ve., Perrysburg, OH 43551

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Temperance Brands wins three national spirits tasting medals

BY JENNIFER RUPLE Temperance Brands, a division of Temperance Distilling located just across the border

at 177 Reed Rd., recently received three medals at the Wine and Spirits Wholesalers of America 74th annual Convention and Exposition in Orlando, Fla. While at the convention, several of its brands were entered in the Spirits Tasting Competition. The following products were awarded medals for superior taste and quality: Tollyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Vanilla Spice Liqueur received double gold recognition, or first place, in its category, and 6th Element Peanut Butter Vodka and Davenportâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Wildfire Cinnamon Whiskey each received silver recognition, or third place, in their categories. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We entered eight products into the competition, and we were very pleased that three of them received recognition,â&#x20AC;? said Greg Lud-

wig, director of sales and marketing for Temperance Brands. All three of the winning brands were launched in the summer of 2016 in both Michigan and Ohio. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We entered the competition once before with some other brands; however, this year we won three awards and with new products that were just released,â&#x20AC;? said Ludwig. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is a very large, high-end tasting competition. Judges look for balance and flavor characteristics. Everything is sampled straight out of the bottle, nothing is mixed. They judge on how the product feels and reacts in the mouth. Is there an alcohol burn for example,â&#x20AC;?

added Ludwig. Hundreds of exhibitors, wholesalers, and distributors attended the two-day tasting event. Ludwig mentioned, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our hope is that people who come out to taste us like our products and want to pick them up in other states.â&#x20AC;? Temperance Brands also manufactures and markets Liquor Whipped, Liquor Gelz, Silk Wines, and Tollyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cream Shots, as well as several other flavors in the Tollyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cream, 6th Element Vodka, and Davenportâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Whiskey lines. Ludwig remarked, â&#x20AC;&#x153;We make a lot of fun products that bartenders can play with.â&#x20AC;?

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Sue Hague-Rogers and Kristen Howard arrive at the Taste of the Nation Toledo 2017 on April 30 at the Toledo Club.

Dr. Tom Colturi and wife Denise, end their evening at the Taste with coffee and conversation. The event celebrated its 22 year in the effort to end childhood hunger.

Ann Cipriani and Pat Burrington navigate their way through the wine and food samples at the event that benefits more than 16 million children at risk of hunger.

Sylvanians Rick and Nancy Zerner sample the finest food, wine and spirits offered by local chefs and mixologists at the event. â&#x20AC;&#x201C;by Mary Helen Darah

Table for Twelve: Tacos & Tequila V Collection 5603 Main St., Sylvania Thursday, May 25, 6:30-9 p.m. Chef Rob of Revolution Grille will serve up the best street tacos perfectly paired with incredible tequila-based cocktails. Tickets are $75 and must be purchased in advance, 419-517-0508, or through eventbrite.com.

Wine Tasting at the Toledo Zoo Malawi Event Center Friday, June 23, 7-9 p.m. Enjoy wine tasting, hors dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;oeuvres, and live music on the wild side! Sip wine from around the globe while enjoying the zooâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dynamic exhibits. Tickets start at $45 for Zoo members and $50 for non-members and must be purchased in advance, toledozoo.org/wine or 419-385-5721, ext. 6001.

For the Foodie

Aguas Frescas Cooking Class Nanaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Kitchen 1225 Broadway St. Sunday, June 18, 3-4:30 p.m. Learn how to make refreshing aguas frescas or â&#x20AC;&#x153;fresh waters.â&#x20AC;? Fruit, flower and seed infused, these drinks are commonly served in Central America, the Caribbean and in Mexican cafes. $10 per person. Register in advance, 419-241-1655.

Wine and Food Tastings Sofoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Italian Market 5400 Monroe St. Wednesdays, 5-7 p.m. Join your friends for wine and food tastings each Wednesday at the areaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s premier Italian foods specialty store. Prices vary depending on wines offered, 419-882--8555. shopsofos.com

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Sweeten the celebration with easy-to-make spring desserts brown. Chill pie thoroughly before serving. Garnish with lime slices and whipped cream if desired.

Easy Lemon Bars

“The addition of a fresh mint garnish gives this dessert a very festive and springy look. Feel free to make it a day or two ahead of time,” suggested Valo. 1 cup butter, softened ½ cup sugar 2 cups all-purpose flour 4 eggs 1 ½ cups sugar ¼ cup all-purpose flour 2 lemons, juiced Fresh mint for garnish

Simple Key Lime Pie

BY JENNIFER RUPLE

It’s the season for celebrations... graduation parties, bridal showers, and baby showers are just a few opportunities to gather with family and friends and mingle over some sweet spring desserts. Jennifer Ruple Jennifer Valo, owner of The Next Sweet Thing, a bakery in Mayberry Square, is an expert in all things sweet. Her shop specializes in custom cakes, decorated sugar cookies, and a vast assortment of donuts including her signature cookies and cream flavor. “We actually put Oreos in the batter,” explained Valo. “Our donuts are the number one things that bring people through the door.” Valo’s enthusiasm for Oreos doesn’t stop there. Prior to opening the bakery in 2014, she began making chocolate covered Oreos out of her home. “I started decorating them with a whole cast of Christmas characters, and their popularity spread from there.” She now uses other flavored sandwich cookies such as lemon, peanut butter, key lime and chocolate mint in her line of decorated, chocolate enrobed treats. “My goal is to expand our sandwich cookie business so we can sell them online and in boutiques and shops,” said Valo. Before Valo began creating irresistible confections, she worked as a chef for seven years.

Coconut Cream Cake

Her culinary degree, which she earned at Schoolcraft College in Livonia, Mich., gave her the opportunity to participate in some unique cooking experiences. “For four months, I worked for the master chef on a ranch in Montana where I cooked for the family who owned the ranch as well as their staff and ranch hands,” she reminisced. Although she enjoys cooking, Valo’s passion is baking. “You put a lot of love into it,” she said. “I want to help make memories for people by bringing them beautiful and delicious cakes and cookies for their special events. The number one comment I can receive is that my food tastes as good as it looks.” To help make your upcoming events more memorable, Valo offered recipes for three of her favorite springtime desserts.

Simple Key Lime Pie

“This creamy pie has a nice tart flavor, and it’s not too sweet. It’s got great balance,” said Valo. 9-inch prepared graham cracker crust 3 cups sweetened condensed milk ½ cup sour cream ¾ cup key lime juice 1 tablespoon grated lime zest Heat oven to 350 F. In a medium bowl, combine condensed milk, sour cream, lime juice and zest. Mix well and pour into graham cracker crust. Bake for 5 to 8 minutes, until tiny pinhole bubbles burst on the surface of pie. Do not

Jennifer Valo is the owner of The Next Sweet Thing.

Coconut Cream Cake

“Soaked with coconut cream, this cake is decadent and rich. Flaked coconut adds just a little texture,” offered Valo.

Easy Lemon Bars Heat oven to 350 F. In a medium bowl, blend together butter, 2 cups flour and ½ cup sugar. Press into the bottom of an ungreased 9x13 inch pan. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until firm and golden. In another bowl, whisk together the remaining 1 ½ cups sugar and ¼ cup flour. Whisk in the eggs and lemon juice. Pour over the baked crust. Bake for an additional 20 minutes. The bars will firm up as they cool. For a festive tray, make another pan using limes instead of lemons and add a drop of green food coloring to give them a very pale green color. Cut into 2 inch squares after cooling.

1 package white cake mix 3 eggs ⅓ cup vegetable oil 1 cup water ½ teaspoon coconut extract 14 ounce can sweetened cream of coconut 14 ounce can sweetened condensed milk 1 cup heavy whipping cream 1 tablespoon sugar 1 cup flaked coconut Heat oven to 350 F. Grease and flour a 9x13 inch pan. In a large bowl, mix together cake mix, eggs, oil, water and coconut flavoring. Beat for 2 minutes and pour into pan. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the cake comes out clean. In a medium bowl, combine coconut cream with sweetened condensed milk and stir until smooth. When cake comes out of the oven, poke holes into it in even rows using a large fork. Pour milk mixture over, allowing it to soak into the cake. Refrigerate for several hours or overnight. In a large bowl, whisk cream until soft peaks form. Add sugar and continue whipping until stiff. Spread over cooled cake and sprinkle with coconut.

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Prayer Breakfast

Connie Zouhary and Judy McFarland, president at Thread Marketing Group, visit at the 28th Annual Northwest Ohio Prayer Breakfast held May 4 at The Premier. —by Mary Helen Darah

Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo presents its Fifth Annual Toledo Jewish Film Festival May 22 to July 10 at Lourdes Franciscan Theatre. This year’s films include “Remember,” featuring Academy Award-winners Christopher Plummer and Martin Landau; “The Midnight Orchestra,” winner of the Ecumenical Jury Prize at the Montréal World Film Festival; and “Indignation” from James Schamus, the acclaimed screenwriter of “Crouching Tiger, HiddenDragon.” Highlights of the festival include meeting “The Pickle Recipe” writer/producer Sheldon Cohn and enjoying pickle tasting prior to the movie screening, as well as hummus and blintz tasting prior to the screenings of the closing night double feature, “Hummus the Movie” and “The Last Blintz.” “Our objective is to share with you some excellent Jewish-themed films that are often featured in major cities, but unfortunately are rarely shown in Toledo,” said Ralph and Ruth Delman, Jewish Film Festival sponsors.

The Toledo Y and Cavs partner The YMCA of Greater Toledo and the 2016 World Champion Cleveland Cavaliers are excited to announce a partnership to present the Junior Cavs basketball program. The youth program promotes teamwork and individual development focusing on life lessons learned through the sports offerings in the Greater Toledo Y community. “We have two strong brands coming together on a united front for shared value,” said Cleveland Cavaliers manager of youth, sports and sales development, Scott MacDonald. The partnership is designed to specifically impact families in the community, instilling in players a life-long love for the game by creating a fun and memorable experience. League benefits include one Cavaliers

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ticket/voucher, a Junior Cavs branded reversible jersey, and access to instructional videos on cavs.com for every participant. Families and friends will also have an opportunity to purchase discounted game tickets. The Cavaliers organization will host a Coaches Clinic for all YMCA of Greater Toledo basketball coaches and provide direct affiliation with the NBA and Cleveland Cavaliers Organization. YMCA of Greater Toledo President and Chief Executive Officer Brad Toft stated, “We are proud to partner with the World Champion Cleveland Cavaliers. Together our focus will be to provide youth of all ages, backgrounds and skill levels the best opportunities to learn what it takes to win both on and off the court.”

Arthur Mroz

Arthur W. Mroz, 62, of Sylvania Township, Ohio, passed away April 27, 2017, at the Hospice of Northwest Ohio, Perrysburg, Inpatient Unit. Art was a self-employed bricklayer for more then 45 years, retiring in 2016. Very involved in scouting, he served as Scoutmaster of Troop 2 for 18 years, and as District Commissioner for the Boy Scouts of America for nine years. He was an accomplished wood carver, an avid fisherman, and enjoyed playing the guitar. Art was a long and active member of Club 16, where he served as treasurer and was always willing to help with special events. Art was happiest when he was spending time with his family. He is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Darla (Waggoner) Mroz; daughters Lisa (Joe) Ballinger; and Sheri (Joe Lozano) Mroz; grandchildren Jon, Carmen Nandie, and Wauneekia; great-grandchildren; sisters Ann Brown and Angela Davis; and brothers Andrey and Adam Mroz. Those wishing to offer memorials are

including swimming and summer camp. The Catholic Club currently offers quality programs including educational childcare, swimming programs, parent support and education programs, and recreation programs, serving hundreds of children and families every year. The childcare programs are highly rated for quality including Ohio’s Step Up to Quality 5 Star Award as well as being accredited by National Association for the Education of Young Children, an honor earned by fewer than 8% of childcare centers in the nation.

Dennis Mussery

Dennis D. Mussery, 64, of Sylvania, Ohio, passed away, May 7, 2017, while under hospice care. Dennis retired from the United States Postal Service, and began a career with the Ability Center. He is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Cindy (Ovall) Mussery; daughter Brandy (Bishop Columba) Niboro; son Jason (Kelli) Mussery; grandchildren Zoe, Caleb, Ella, and Riley; father, John A. (Jane) Mussery; sister Debbie (Bob) Stevens; and brother John (Laurie) Mussery. Dennis was preceded in death by his mother, Constance (Lofreso) Mussery. Those wishing to offer memorials are asked to consider the Ability Center of Greater Toledo or the True Hope Foundation of Toledo.reebfuneralhome.com

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Whiteford Wesleyan Church The Church with a Hand of Welcome and a Heart of Love Whiteford Wesleyan is Biblically Based, Faith Teaching, and Mission Minded

Catholic Club block party/open house The Catholic Club is celebrating its 75th Anniversary year during 2017! A Block Party and Open House will take place on Saturday, May 13 from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. There will be many activities for the entire family including a bounce house, face painting, swimming, food provided by Manhattan’s Restaurant, crafts, tours and more. Everyone in the community is invited to attend. The Catholic Club opened in 1942 under the direction of Msgr. Jerome Schmit. From the beginning, it offered family and youth programs

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SUNDAY SERVICES Sunday School 9 a.m. • Morning Worship 10 a.m. Evening Service 6 p.m. WEDNESDAY SERVICES Groups/Bible Studies for All Ages 6:30 p.m.

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

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Chapel: 8:30 a.m.; Sanctuary 10:00 a.m.

The Gathering: A Contemporary/Praise Service 11:15 a.m.

St. Stephen Lutheran Church

7800 Erie St., Sylvania, Ohio 419-885-1551 Times of Service:

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

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Sylvania Church

5143 Whiteford Rd., Sylvania, Ohio • 440-525-3886

Sunday Service 11 a.m. Children’s Church Sunday 11:30 a.m. Bible Study and Youth Group Wednesday 6:30 pm.

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

Times of Service: Sunday, 8 a.m. and 9:45 a.m.

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Zion Lutheran Church

8307 Memorial Hwy., Ottawa Lake, Michigan 49267 419-699-2500 Times of Service:

Sunday School 9 a.m. • Adult Bible Study / Children’s K-4 / Grades 5-8/ Summer Traditional Service ~ 9:30 a.m. Winter hours starting Sept. 11 ~ 10:15 a.m.

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Alice Brooks

One of the most caring, devoted, faithful, and loving women to ever grace this earth, Alice Jean Brooks, 84, passed away May 3, 2017, due to idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. Born in Toledo to Clara and Ralph Godbout, Alice graduated from Waite High School in 1950, after which she married the love of her life, Glenn Russell Brooks, Sept. 4, 1954. After 55 years of marriage, including eight stroke-ravaged years, he passed. Alice never once left Glenn’s side. The union of Alice and Glenn blessed them with Glenn Paul (Donna), David (Tina) and Jeannie Marie (Bill) Taylor; as well as grandchildren Jesup (Kelly), Spencer, Naomi Jean and Monica Marie. Aside from their never-ending support of the family, Alice and Glenn enjoyed traveling (especially if a casino was involved), fishing and dancing. Alice was preceded in death by her parents and siblings Ralph, Lawrence, and Betty. The family wishes to thank Alice’s bingo friends and St. James Colony neighbors for their loving care and support. The Hospice of Northwest Ohio offered much support to our family, and we ask that those wishing to offer memorials offer them consideration. Family and friends wishing to watch Alice’s tribute video or offer condolences to her family are invited to do so at reebfuneralhome.com.

Joseph Carr

John Joseph Carr, 52, of Sylvania, Ohio, passed away May 5, 2017, as the result of complications related to cancer. He was born June 26, 1964, in Toledo, Ohio, to James E. Carr and Marjorie A. (Marquis) Carr. John graduated from Sylvania Northview High School in 1982. John was a deeply loyal friend with a warm and generous heart. He could always be counted on in times of need, whether it was pitching in with a home project, house sitting, or just taking a long road trip so a friend didn’t have to ride alone. He had jack-of-all-trade skills, and worked in construction and remodeling in the past. More recently he worked and spent time at the Sylvania Moose Lodge, where he enjoyed a cold beer on more than one occasion. John was a talented artist in his youth. In high school he was a gifted athlete. A fan of Detroit sports, John enjoyed watching the Tigers, and suffered watching the Lions. He enjoyed simple past-times: relaxing, working a crossword puzzle, grilling a steak or cooking out, fishing (or as he’d say, “feeeshin’”). More could be said, but anyone who knew John, knows he was a private person who would appreciate fewer words. R.I.P. Brother. He is survived by brothers William (Carrie) Carr of Toledo, Ohio; Robert Carr of Sylvania, Ohio; Richard Carr of Columbus, Ohio; Sister Catherine (Joel) Ingam of Ames, Iowa; nieces Alex Damman and Ana Andresen; and nephews Andre Ingham, Harrison Zarecki, and James Carr. Online condolences may be offered to the family at reebfuneralhome.com.

Clark Reber

Clark H. Reber, age 88, of Sylvania, Ohio, passed away April 27, 2017. Born in Toledo, Ohio, he grew up in Sylvania, graduating from Burnham High School in 1947. He graduated from The University of Toledo in 1950. A member of UT’s first ROTC class, he was designated a Distinguished

SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE | MID MAY 2017 | | 19A Military Graduate and commissioned an infantry officer in the Regular Army. In 1951, he married Carolyn Joan Cox of Berkey, Ohio. They were married 65 years. Clark was soon sent to the Korean War, serving 13 months in the 45th Infantry Division. Among his awards were the Bronze Star and the Combat Infantryman’s Badge. Following active duty he served in the Army Reserves, resigning as a captain in 1963. Clark began teaching at Metamora High School in 1954. He later became principal of Montpelier High School and then superintendent of schools there. In 1966, he became UT’s first director of financial aid. Taking early retirement in 1981, he went to Lourdes College as director of admissions and financial aid. He was also scholarship consultant to the Marathon Oil Company for thirty years. Following retirement in 1996, he completed the paralegal program at UT and later was a substitute teacher in Sylvania. For about ten years, he and Joan did volunteer work for the Komen for the Cure Foundation. They spent summer weekends taking the Promise Quilt and selling raffle tickets in many northwest Ohio communities. The quilt, made by Joan and a number of other local ladies, was raffled off at the Race for the Cure. Clark is survived by his beloved wife, Joan, and children Thomas (Jan), Michael (Judy), Janine, Karen (Dale) Pojedynski, Brian (Cheryl), and Amy. Also surviving are grandchildren Kristi (Bryan), Kevin (Jenn), Anthony, Mandy, Tevan, Skylar and Joseph. Also surviving are his brother Stephen (Judy) Reber, great-grandchildren Bailey, Logan, Addison, Jacob and Charlotte. He was preceded in death by his mother, Evelyn Harmon, father, Howard Reber, stepparents William H. Harmon and Martha Reber and brother William S. Harmon. Kindly make memorial contributions to the McCord Road Christian Church, Sylvania, or Hospice of NW Ohio. Professional services were provided by Reeb Funeral Home, where online condolences may be offered at reebfuneralhome.com.

John Christensen

John Andrew Christensen, age 90, of Ottawa Lake, Mich., passed away peacefully at Hospice of Northwest Ohio May 2, 2017. He was born Aug. 29, 1926, at home in Ottawa Lake to James Sr. and Mabel (Dashner) Christensen. He graduated in 1945 from Burnham High School, Sylvania, Ohio. John was a WWII veteran serving in the U.S. Army honorably as a military policeman from 1945-1946. He married the love of his life, Ruth Arvilla Driver, on Sept. 11, 1949. John worked at Champion Spark Plug for 30 years, retiring in 1979, but his true passion was farming. He loved the land, gardening, working on anything with his hands, his donkeys and dogs, traveling, and spending time with family. He was a lifelong member of the Ottawa Co-op, and a faithful member of his church. John will be remembered for his quiet demeanor, strong family commitment and honesty, along with his sense of humor and work ethic. The fifth of seven children, John is survived by sisters Anna Rittner of Riga and Carol Creque, of Ottawa Lake. Preceding him in death are sisters Hazel Salsberry and Helen Koester, and brothers James Christensen Jr. and Richard Christensen. John is also survived by his wife of 67 years, Ruth, daughters Faith (Charles) Hicks of Ottawa Lake and Peggy Christensen of Victoria, Texas; son-in-law Charles Hicks, daughter-inlaw Angela Christensen; grandchildren Dawn (Josh) Harder, Philip Hicks, Christen (Jamie) Ikerd, Eric Christensen and Amanda Christensen; great-grandchildren Cameron Harder and Henrik Ikerd. He was preceded in death by

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his son Mark Christensen, grandson Nicholas Christensen, and greatgranddaughter Hanna Ikerd. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Michael’s Lutheran Church and to Hospice of Northwest Ohio. Online condolences may be offered to the family at reebfuneralhome.com.

Jocelyn Farmer

Jocelyn L. Farmer “Lynda,” passed away at her home in Mountain Lakes, N.J. April 27, 2017. Lynda and her twin sister Liz were born in Mullens, W. Va. on Feb. 12, to James and Frances Farmer. The family moved to Beckley, W. Va. where Liz graduated from Beckley University. The Farmer extended family moved to Toledo, Ohio, where Lynda worked as an executive assistant at the Kuhlman Corporation. After her move to California, Jocelyn worked for many years as an executive secretary for Bossler Brown & Associates, Inc. in San Francisco. Lynda and her sister Liz and brother-in-law Wolfgang moved to San Francisco, Calif., Taylor, Mich., and finally Mountain Lakes, N. J. She was an avid lover of the Toledo Symphony and the Toledo Museum of Art. Lynda loved her family and was an avid lover of music and the arts. Her favorite composer was Mozart. A staunch supporter of the New York Yankees, Lynda was hopeful that her Yankees would go to the World Series again. Lynda lost her best friend and identical twin sister Liz 10 years ago. Lynda is preceded in death by her mother, Nettie Frances

Farmer, father, James Farmer, brother Ralph Farmer, and sister Helen Begley, and brother-in-law Dr. Wolfgang P. Hartz. She is survived by her brother James Farmer (Peggy) of Roanoke, Va. She has three nieces, five nephews, and many family members in Toledo and the Virginia area. The family asked that donations be made to The Toledo Symphony in Lynda’s name. reebfuneralhome.com.

Arthur Meyers

Arthur V. Meyers, 76, passed away May, 5, 2017. He worked for GTE for 27 years as a switchman. He is survived by Teresa Meyers and their five children. reebfuneralhome.com.

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Whiteford third graders learn about life in the 1840s at the Sylvania Historical Village

Hamid El Douaihy, Kaylee Harris, Kelly Khalof, Joanne Petersen, Jeremy Rodgers, Layla Awethe, Alondra Lopez, and Henry Cook color their ‘Life of a Pioneer’ journals while volunteer Gail Gibellato looks on.

Redistricting Update

The Sylvania School Board has postponed its vote on the proposed redistricting recommendation of the hybrid model, the blend of the two options suggested by the task force after several months of study. Visit sylvaniaadvantage.com or sylvaniaschools.org to learn the latest about the proposed boundary maps.

Wyatt Christ, Caleb Finkbeiner, Savannah Bennett, Mitchell Meyer, Scarlet Holton and Mohammed Baij wait to play the ‘What Game’ with volunteers Sarah Groves and Claire Achen.

Kaylee Harris, Brodie Smith, Layla Awethe and Alondra Lopez make candles.

Mohammed Eljak takes part in candlemaking. —by Meghan Rowe

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Career Day at Sylvan

A worker from the Toledo Zoo shares a gecko with students, along with several other creatures.

A Toledo Area Humane Society representative came with her dog and talked about dog safety.

SV band plans community flea market Need to get rid of some stuff? The Southview Band Community Flea Market can help. The Flea Market will take place July 8, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., rain or shine. Southview Band Community will rent out a space equal to two parking spaces (roughly 10 x 10 feet) in the teacher’s parking lot at Southview High School and sellers can bring whatever they wish to sell with the exception of food, beverages, weapons, fireworks, or adult items, along with tables, tents, etc. to display their items. The cost is $30. The band will advertise the event and sell

concessions. Temporary restroom facilities and security will be available. The community will be invited to come and buy the “treasures” from participants. To reserve booth space, send your names, address, phone number, email and items you will be selling along with a $30 check made out to Southview Band Boosters by July 1 to: Carmi Gulick/Southview Band Boosters, 7225 W. Sylvania Avenue, Sylvania, OH 43560 For more information or with questions, contact fundraising@southviewband.com.

SCHOOL NEWS

Chamber Honors Students

L-R: Sylvania Chamber of Commerce President Jeff Boersma, left and Chamber Executive Director Michelle Sprott right, congratulate the chamber’s scholarship winners SV senior Taylor Spurgeon-Hess, $2,500, NV senior Isabela Mura, $1500, Lourdes student David Black, $2000 and NV senior Cameron Reeves, $4,000.

NV Musicians of the Week

NDA Students Receive Scholarship

Megan Del Vecchio Maria Horn Two Notre Dame Academy students received the Monsignor Jerome E. Schmit Youth Foundation Scholarships. Sophomores Maria Horn and Megan Del Vecchio awards came from the Youth Foundation established in 1991 to perpetuate the work of Monsignor Jerome E. Schmit who worked with the young people of the Toledo diocese.

The Northview Musician of the Week is senior string bass player Mark Vasquez. Mark is a member of the Chamber Orchestra. He is known for his beautiful tone quality, fine technique, and outstanding orchestra spirit. At Northview Mark is also active in football and track and field. After graduation, Mark plans to attend the University of Toledo to major in computer science. Mark is the son of Dina and Frank Vasquez.

Senior Chase Rollet is the Northview High School Musician of the Week. Chase has been a member of the Northview Band Program all four years of high school. He has been a tremendous asset to the band program throughout his time at Northview. During his time at Northview, Chase has been a member of the Marching Band, Concert Band, Symphonic Band, Wind Ensemble, Jazz Bands, Jazz Combos, Pep Bands, Pit Orchestra, and has performed in numerous collegiate and OMEA honors groups and festivals throughout the region. Chase is the son of Beth and Greg Rollet.

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accredited Ohio colleges or universities. Since its establishment in 2008, the program has awarded 23 scholarships totaling $57,500 to undergraduate students from seven Ohio colleges and universities. The program is open to Black/Africandecent freshman and upper classmen (not graduate students). To be eligible for the OMESSP, applicants must meet the following requirements: Students must be declared as an engineering major and focus on civil engineering. All scholarship recipients must maintain a reasonable standard of conduct as defined by the OMESSP selection Committee, expected of scholarship students. Students can maintain multi-year scholarships if they continue to fulfill program requirements and re-apply each year. Recipients may be eligible for internship and mentoring opportunities.

SCHOOL NEWS

Teachers Dress Up for Right to Read

Above, Sylvan teachers L-R: Dawn Kingman, Amanda Anderson, Kim George, Sarah Proudfoot, Katie Blake, Christina Dankert, Emily Pasch and Susan Micsko celebrate reading.

Dana robotics team hosts open house

Dana Holding Corporation’s First Robotics Team, The Cat Attack, is holding an open house for prospective new students on Tuesday, May 23. The event will be held at the Dana Advanced Manufacturing Center, 6515 Maumee Western Rd., Maumee. Current eighth to 11th graders can come to the Dana facility from 6 to 8 p.m. to learn more about the team. The Cat Attack Robotics team allows area high school students to learn about science and technology, engineering, business, and marketing. A new game is announced at the beginning of each year, and students have six weeks to design and build a robot to play the game. The team then takes the robot to compete with other teams from across the country. According to the team’s website, The Cat Attack’s mission is to experience the fun, excitement, and hard work of using math, science, technology and teamwork to accomplish goals and form a partnership between students and engineers in the process. For more information, see thecatattack.org.

First Fitkin Scholar Sylvania Academic Excellence Foundation congratulates SV senior Hannah Tipton, the first recipient of the newly offered Marjorie M. Fitkin Memorial Scholarship. The scholarship is made possible by the bequest of Marjorie Fitkin, a longtime Sylvania educator.

Left, L-R: Sylvan teachers Jill Kotnik, Kelsey West, Angie Carey and Julia Koralweski dressed as author A.A. Milne characters from Winnie the Pooh stories to encourage students to read.

Cougar of the Week

Todd Bostater has nominated Joseph Hudson for Cougar of the Week. “Joey works hard in class and always does his homework. He gets extra help with the more difficult topics and has a great attitude. The thing I like best is that Joey continues to try, and he still completes his assignments with only two weeks left in his high school career (No Senioritis).” Next year he will be attending UT and studying accounting. Joseph is the son of Michelle Tarka.

Academy Bound

Northview senior Jessup Pawelczyk has been appointed to the U.S. Coast Guard Academy, New London, Conn. He will be sworn in as a member of the Class of 2021 on June 26. He is the son of Leslie and Paul Pawelczyk.

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Chamber Students of the Month

L-R: Sylvania Chamber of Commerce President Jeff Boersma, NV Principal Steve Swaggerty, NV Student of the Month Shane Banachowski, SV Student of the Month Makenna Edwards, SV Principal Dave McMurray and Chamber Executive Director Michelle Sprott celebrate the day.

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A STUDENT SPEAKS My friend since preschool, Claire, has been playing flute since she was in the fourth grade. She first auditioned for the Toledo Youth Symphony Orchestra three years ago, and has continued to Libby Stupica advance. She is now second flute. Every Monday the orchestra practices for two and a half hours. The other days of the week each musician manages to find time to laboriously practice each of his or her pieces. Claire is one of the most involved students I know, and her dedication to music outside of school is inspiring. So, Monday night, I sat with three of my friends in the auditorium of Maumee High School to support Claire in her final concert of the year. When we saw her walk on stage holding her flute, we all squirmed in our seats like excited proud mothers. Her conductor came on stage, and the orchestra swept us away with a piece that took me and my friend Caroline by surprise. They played a compilation of pieces from “Hamilton!” I immediately recognized “Dear Theodosia” and “It’s Quiet Uptown.” I sat motionless in my seat, as the sounds from the violins, cellos, flutes, and harps embraced me. I felt absolutely nothing besides the now. My mind was in a state of euphoria, blissful and without worry. I was caught off-guard by the way the music moved me. The next piece was compiled and conducted by one of the musicians in the orchestra. It was inspiring to watch a boy no older than me stand in front of 40+ students and conduct a piece that he had compiled himself. The

evening closed with “Stars and Stripes Forever,” where Claire and a few other flute players stood up with piccolos instead of flutes. It spotlighted another aspect of their talent and importance in the piece. Luckily, this made Claire visible to all of us, allowing us to watch her fingers fly over the keys. The concert was over too soon, but the energy the concert gave me lasted with me the entire evening. It lifted my spirits. Not only was I able to enjoy beautiful musical pieces, but also exceptional young musicians, one of them being my best friend, had played them. The evening made me hopeful for the arts and immensely proud of each high school student in the orchestra. I plan on returning to many more symphony concerts… perhaps when Leslie Odom, Jr. comes to the Stranahan to perform with the Toledo Symphony Orchestra (Hint hint, mom)?

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NV Athletes of the Week

Maggie Eding Girls Lacrosse

Senior Maggie Eding has been a member of the Northview Girls Lacrosse team for the past 4 years. She currently serves as one of the LadyKat team Captains. She is an outstanding team player who plays multiple positions on the field. As of May 8, Maggie is one of team leaders in goal scoring this spring. Maggie not only leads on the field but she is a great leader off the field as well. Her current GPA is a 4.46 and she plans to continue her academic career at The Ohio State University in the fall.

Nick Wyatt Baseball

Senior Nick Wyatt has been a member of the Varsity Baseball Team for the past four seasons. As of Monday, May 1, he has a .333 batting average and leads the team in doubles with seven. On the mound, Nick is 4-0 with one save and a 1.65 ERA. In 34 innings pitched, he has struck out 32 batters. His success is the result of tremendous hard work and dedication to his craft. He will continue his academic and baseball careers at Northwood University in the fall. –Photos by John Crisman of Assetware Photography

Jerry and Sherry Archibeque and their daughters Kylie and Lindsey sign letters of intent to attend Point Park College in Pittsburgh where Kylie will run cross country and play basketball and Lindsey will participate in track.

Igor and Sue Maksymiak look on as their daughter Natalie signs a letter of intent to attend the University of North Ohio where she will play softball.

Logan Jessing signs his letter of intent to play basketball at Capital University as his mother, Kris, and sisters Jessica and Kendall look on.

Bryan and Melanie Miller celebrate with their son Jordan as he signs his letter of intent to attend Adrian College and play soccer. —by John Crisman of Assetware Photography

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St. Francis Seniors Sign Letters of Intent

St. Francis Seniors and Sylvania residents John Burnham and Carter Pavain signed letters of intent on May 10. Burnham will commit to play basketball at Capital University in Columbus. Pavain will play lacrosse at Cleveland State University in Cleveland.

Third annual ‘Golfing for Scholars’ planned

St. Stephen Lutheran church is sponsoring “Golfing for Scholars” for the third year at the Legacy Golf Course in Ottawa Lake on Aug. 12. The four-man scramble with a shotgun start will tee off at 8 a.m. The community is invited to be part of the 100 golfers raising funds for their education scholarship fund and engaging in competition for prizes. Registration deadline is Aug. 5. Fees are $75 for individuals and $300 for a team.

Visit golfingforscholars.com to see a list last year’s sponsors and watch for this year’s list. Chairman Darrell Staup welcomes questions at 419-474-3086 and notes that registration can be completed online. Committee members include Sally Goetz, Dave Haddix, Stan Machosky, Ruth Moeller, Shawn Murphy, Doug Paxton, Kristi Shepler, and Darrell Staup, Chairman.

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Sylvan Student Boxing Champ

Sylvan fifth grade student Raylan Williams brought home the National championship belt for the 10 to 12 year old age group recently. The championship bout took place in Inkster, Mich., on Feb. 24 when Williams defeated all contendors to win the championship. Williams began boxing two years ago when his stepfather, Rob Mumford, also a boxer, took the young Williams to the gym where he first learned to spar.

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L-R: Northview High School graduate Julia Hage, Athletic Director for Southview High School Brandon Welsh, Jim Huss and his son, Jimmy, a senior at Southview High School, visit before the opening ceremonies at the event that featured a variety of athletic events.

Special Olympic athletes from Lucas County prepare to enter the stadium at the start of the 2017 Area 4 Spring Games. Teams included athletes from Erie, Fulton, Henry, Lucas, Marion, Ottawa, Paulding, Williams and Wood Counties and from Toledo Public Schools.

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Strongman competition held in Sylvania

On Saturday, May 6, Black Swamp CrossFit and Barbell Club held the first ever regional National United States Strongman Competition at the gym at 7335 W. Sylvania Ave. Proceeds from the competition will benefit 555 Fitness (555), a national not-forprofit, with a local affiliate that benefits local

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Funds raised from Luminations benefit students

L-R: Mary Gawelek, Mike and Jennifer Koralewski (Luminations Honorary Chairs), and Luminations student speaker and nursing major Katera Harris.

Ramy and Faye Eidi and Connie and Harvey Tolson chat with Zack and Melanie Howard about the silent auction items.

Sylvania residents Evan Long, Chrys Peterson and Sydney Kutcher are backstage before the performance of the Ballet Theatre of Toledo at Luminations.

Jeff Kale and Abby Liber enjoy the festivities of the evening and look forward to bidding on silent auction items before the performances.

Marcia and Bob Latta enjoy mingling with other guests at the 2017 Luminations on April 29. “Electricity filled the air!” “Stupendous!” “Outstanding!” is what the guests were saying at Lourdes University’s 17th annual Luminations that again lit up the campus on Saturday, April 29. Mike, with First Solar, and Jennifer Koralewski were the honorary chairs. They joined President Mary Ann Gawelek in welcoming over 430 guests to celebrate Lourdes and the performing arts. Platinum Sponsors, the Koralewskis and First Solar, along with Harvey and Connie Tolson were recognized for their generous support. This year, the evening included an array of hors d'oeuvres from Lourdes’ Chef, Chris Loe, and AVI along with the sounds of Organized K-OS. Chrys Peterson, Lourdes Masters of Organizational Leadership alumna and former WTOL-TV anchor, emceed the evening and introduced the featured performances.

L-R: Thomas Winston and wife Kelli Winston, Mary Ann Gawelek, Sandra Hylant, Traci Watkins and husband Pariss M. Coleman II. The Ballet Theatre of Toledo, Toledo Opera, The Toledo Symphony Guitar & Vocal Duo and the Toledo School for the Arts AfroCaribbean Dance & Drum Ensemble provided the fine arts performances. A silent auction provided guests with offerings such as an autographed Rogue One: A Star Wars Story Poster, PGA Masters Golf Tournament Package, a New York City Broadway Package, and a case of Italian Wines from the cellar of Bob and Sue Savage. A highlight of the auction was the “Dinner with the President” that will be prepared by Lourdes’ President, Mary Ann Gawelek, assisted by Bob and Mary Arquette. The Live Scholarship Appeal raised over $160,000 with Mike and Jennifer Koralewski leading off the bidding. Katera Harris, a Lourdes Nursing student, gave heartfelt thanks and appreciation to guests for their generous support that has helped students achieve the dream of a college degree. Those attending included: Sandra Hylant, Bob and Sue Savage, Harvey and Connie Tolson, Mike and Jennifer Koralewski, Ramy and Faye Eidi, Ernest and Carolina Enrique, Dick and Kathy Faist, Dr. George Baibak, Kaiko and John Zureich, Henk and Carmen Wigmans, Pat and Jeff Kuhr, George and Vicky Brymer, Peter and Valerie Garforth, Ed and Lorraine Nussel, George and Maurine Glasser, Mike and Karen Fischer, Bruce and Jayne Klinger, Mike and Kelly Hart, Tom Brady, Tim and Nancy Alter, Janis and Chris Foley, Keith and Susan Burwell, Rhonda Sewell, Kim and John Sidwell, Gene and Janet Robinson, Keith Schlender, Dan Smith, Barbara Paskiet, Robert and Dianne Tankoos, Tom and Patti Tuschman, Malcolm and Peggy Richards, Mike and Sondra Gibbons, Marv and Nancy Robon. Luminations 2017 netted over $260,000 for Lourdes’ students and their scholarships. Since its inception in 2001, Luminations has welcomed over 6,000 guests and raised over $3 million for student scholarships.

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Being a Baby

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BY MARY HELEN DARAH Janet Kimble has plenty of “hugs” to give to infant caregivers. Kimble, a member of the Christ Child Society and retired pediatric nurse, is one of the certified instructors for the organization’s new program called HUGS (Help, Understanding and Guidance). The program is a supportive, educational class for infant caregivers that covers everything from feeding to recognizing common infant behaviors. Kimble, who worked in a pediatric neonatal unit believes she found a way to utilize her assets through the Christ Child Society. “Most of my career--90% of it—has been with pediatrics. I came in as a new member of the Christ Child Society and heard Katie Hughes speak about the HUGS program,” recalled Kimble. “It seemed like a perfect fit for me.” The new program was initiated locally by Katie Hughes, a doctoral student at the University of Toledo, as part of her doctoral program. “Katie (Hughes) was looking for someone to sponsor her doctoral thesis,” explained Kimble. “She reached out to the Christ Child Society and it was a fit. Basically,

Hughes and Kimble are the only people in the area that are currently certified to present the HUGS program. “We will need to certify one more,” stated Kimble. “Katie’s original thought was that we would have presentations three times a year. So far this month, I have made three presentations. We developed an outreach letter to send out to folks to see if there was any interest and received many replies. The program has grown very rapidly. We are very pleased. Usually with a new program, it takes time to grow. It has quickly become well received and desired. The program lasts roughly two hours and covers a variety of issues and is geared for prenatal and postnatal mothers and/or infant caregivers. “We encourage moms to bring their family members,” said Kimble. “Everyone involved in a child’s life will benefit from learning how to decipher what babies are telling us when they cry, how to prepare formula, shaken baby syndrome, crib safety and tips on successful breastfeeding. The program is fairly scripted but it is not verbatim. We have liberties to add information while keeping up with the guidelines from the American Academy of Pediatrics. It is a two-hour presentation but keeping it within those parameters can be difficult to do. We encourage new moms to bring their babies so we can show them how to calm babies down. Moms have many questions about feeding and sleeping. We have known for a while that babies need to sleep on their back. One of their new guidelines is to put a baby to sleep with a pacifier for naps and bedtime to reduce the incidents of SIDS. Also,

experts are now recommending that a child sleep in the room with their parents for a year—not in the same bed but in the same room. For the clients we service, this usually is not an issue because they only have one room. Another new thought is to utilize ‘bed boxes’ which are boxes that you put in the bed with you that the baby that are used as a bed. They vary in size. Most of what I read about them is that babies can be in them for 5-6 months. Many doctors are expressing varied opinions on them. I take a survey when I begin the program, and nine out of 10 times, the parents are using pack and plays as cribs. We give layettes to moms in the program.”

Reaching out

The Christ Child Society continues to look for organizations to partner with. “We continue to extend our scope and reach,” stated Kimble. “With the current heroin epidemic, we have been working with many grandparents, through the Area Office on Aging, that are raising their babies and young children due to this crisis.” Hughes and Kimble have received positive feedback from the agencies that have utilized the HUGS program. “Their clients have walked away with a better understand of how to look at things a bit differently. The program opens the box for dialogue and that really helps,” stated Kimble.“Our goal is to reach as many people as we can.”

Fraternity rebuilds Sunshine’s boardwalk Dozens of young men and more than 50 members of Pi Kappa Phi chapters from at least four states gathered at Sunshine Communities on April 18. Wielding power tools and lumber, their goal was to construct a 1,140 foot long, fully-accessible boardwalk for residents and visitors replacing the original one built in 1993. Pi Kappa Phi members from across the region initially built the first boardwalk in 1993 as part of an effort now known as The Ability Experience. However, years of flood and ice damage took its toll on the structure, causing it to close in 2015 due to safety concerns. Members returned to this year’s Ability Experience to rebuild the original boardwalk, making it stronger and longer lasting. Lori Richard, manager of Sunshine’s Volunteer Program, feels the boardwalk is a “Very tangible example of how we make life more meaningful for each other when we work

together,” noting that “Sunshine’s mission is creating community.” Community seems to be the theme in all aspects of the project. With Sunshine donors covering nearly half the costs thus far, and Youth Leadership Toledo continuing to raise funds, solely those in the community will cover the estimated $75,000 worth of costs. According to The Ability Experience, more than 50 young men have committed to the Ability Experience at Sunshine, including one alumnus and contributor to the 1993 boardwalk, Syllvania area resident Mark Urrutia. “We are constantly encouraged by the drive and passion of our members,” said Basil Lyberg, chief executive officer of The Ability Experience. He feels that “Ability Weekends provide a great experience for the men of Pi Kappa Phi to make an impact at organizations like Sunshine Communities, that serve people with disabilities.”

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Engagement Announced

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Curt and Sherri Rutter of Sylvania, Ohio, are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter Madison Rutter, to Troy “Travis” Geer, son of Tony Geer and Laurie Geer also of Sylvania. Ms. Rutter is an Inclusive Early Childhood Education major of Bowling Green State University graduating in May of 2018. Mr. Geer is serving as a Specialist in the United States Army stationed at Ft. Lewis in Tacoma, Wash. The wedding is planned for July 2018 in Georgetown, Tenn.

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Notre Dame Academy announced that Sarah Cullum is its new principal, effective July 1. Cullum brings fifteen years of experience with Toledo Area Catholic Schools to Notre Dame, most recently serving for six years as principal of Rosary Cathedral Catholic School. Under her leadership, Rosary Cathedral Catholic School improved its infrastructure, integrated technology into every classroom and built strong community connections. “Sarah has a proven record of innovation and commitment to Catholic education that will ensure NDA continues to carry out the mission of the Sisters of Notre Dame and provides the highest level of academics,” said Kim Grilliot, President of Notre Dame Academy. “I feel called to lead students forward with Gospel values,” said Cullum. “I look forward to continuing the important work of the Sisters of Notre Dame and impacting these young women on an even higher level. NDA’s strong sense of community has led to its successes, so building meaningful and positive connections with NDA students, families, faculty, staff and alumnae will be a top priority for me.” Cullum has principal and teaching licenses. She holds a Master’s of Educational Leadership and Supervision from the University of Notre Dame as well as a Masters of Education in Curriculum and Instruction and a Bachelor of Education from the University of Toledo. She, her husband and son are members of Our Lady, Queen of the Most Holy Rosary Cathedral parish.

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BY MARY HELEN DARAH Malcolm Richards, founder of Supplemental Staffing, went for a stress test in 2007 that led to having a cardiac catheterization and other diagnostic tests. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I was told they wanted to admit me to the hospital after discovering I had 95% blockage in two arteries,â&#x20AC;? recalled Richards. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I remember telling them I could come back on Tuesday and they said I may not make it until then. I ended up having a triple bypass. In 2009, two years after surgery, I was at the YMCA and told my doctor friend who was with me, that I was not feeling well. I passed out and my heart stopped beating. Thankfully, they revived me but the years ahead would be interrupted with hospital stays due to failed bypasses.â&#x20AC;? In 2013, Richards faced a new challengeâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;a stroke. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I remember being at work when the stroke happened,â&#x20AC;? he stated. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We were collaborating to buy a business through a conference call. Our conversation ended yet one person remained on the line. She asked if I was OK and told me she thought I could be having a stroke. I remember thinking â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;what a terrible thing to say.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; I then did what many stroke vic-

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In Honor of Stroke Awareness Month Malcolm Richards Urges Survivors to Never Give Up tims do. I got in my car and drove home. Once home, I began vomiting violently. The last time I went to get up to go to the bathroom, I fell flat on my face. I couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t feel anything. By the time my wife came to me, I was paralyzed on one side. I was so focused on getting up. I broke the toilet in my efforts to get upright. After that, I remember waking up in the hospital and seeing my grandchildren. The little girls jumped up in bed with me. I recall them telling their mother that, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Everyone knows you get better with hugs and kisses.'" I was so cold. I couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t communicate but remember their warmth.â&#x20AC;? A hemorrhagic stroke occurred above Richardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s right ear where the brain controls emotions. He required surgery to eliminate the pressure and leakage in the brain. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I had 92 staples in my head,â&#x20AC;? recalled Richards. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I had to learn to feel emotion, I couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t smile due to the paralysis and had to learn math again. Thankfully, my grandchildren helped me with my math skills. They even made me flashcards.â&#x20AC;? In addition to neuropathy, fatigue and migraines, Richards also had to learn how to walk. Having no feeling below the knees has made the process extremely challenging. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I

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Peggy and Malcolm Richards ber my grandchild asking the doctor if he helped save my life. She said, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;God loves my grandpa. He was going to take him but he has more work for him.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; I truly believe I do.â&#x20AC;?

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First Responders’ Honored

Andy Wiegand of McCord Road Christian Church thanks Sylvania Township Police Sgt. Lee McKinney for his service at the First Responders’ service.

Mary Ann and Mike Ramm talk with Sue and John Crandall at the First Responders’ Service held at Sylvania Community Church on April 30.

The Rev. Donald Smith of Sylvania Community Church and host of the First Responders’ Service welcomes the Rev. Bob Heinz of Bedford Alliance Church, and Rick Graumlish of Fredericktown, Ohio.

Sylvania City Police Officer Kevin Pooley, left, and Captain Rick Schnoor, right, look on as City Council President Mary Westphal talks with Sylvania Township Police Sgt. Lee McKinney.

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Scholar Honored L-R: Executive Vice President of Roemer Insurance Dennis Schwartz, CEO and Executive Vice President of K-Limited Carrier Dean Kaplan, and University of Toledo student scholarship recipient Cody Keister visit at the Toledo Trucking Association 10th Annual Scholarship Luncheon held at the Inverness Club on May 4. Keister, of Toledo, was the recipient of a $5000 scholarship to continue his studies at the University of Toledo College of Business and Innovation.

The American Legion Joseph W. Diehn Post 468, located at 5580 Centennial Rd., displays white flags representing the deaths of veterans by suicide. It is estimated that 20 veterans a day take their own lives. If you are a veteran, or know a vet in need of help, call the Veteran Crisis Center at 1-800-273-TALK (8255). The phone line is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year and is staffed by highly skilled professionals who are trained in suicide and crisis prevention. Visit veteranscrisisline.net for additional information.

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Sometimes it’s nice to be right! Well, I suppose it’s always nice to be right, but sometimes your opinion is overshadowed by the ‘Big Boys’, so no one really seems to be listening. Ha! Not this time. I was right, and the ‘experts’ were, let’s say, less than

fully informed. Specifically, there has always been debate as to whether it is best for your garden if you clear away all the fallen leaves in autumn, or whether you leave them to decay and nourish the garden as occurs in the woods, etc. In fact, one of the national gardening magazines featured an expert who made the case for leaving everything through the winter, and the benefits to your garden from the protection and nourishment it provided. I have always disagreed. This spring’s 6 and 12 month revisits to last year’s customers reinforced my contention that it is best to clean up the fall debris. For those customers who had raked out fallen leaves and done a ‘neatening-up’ of their gardens, the plants I put in last season for them were beginning their spring growth, and looked fairly healthy in their return from winter. One or two grasses or perennials did not make it, most likely due to lesser-developed root systems or winter heaving out of the ground. However, two customers did not do good fall clean-up. In fact, at one home, the leaves had blown against the new planting along the

front of the house, and were 3-6 inches deep. Over winter, the snow had buried the leaves, caused the moisture to stay in that area, and had kept the new plantings wet and soggy. As I pulled back the leaves and checked on the ornamental grasses, perennials and new shrubs underneath, I found nearly all of them to be rotted at the ground and as dead as the proverbial doornail. In fact, I was prepared to cut off the old growth on the grasses to allow the new, green shoots to grow (as I had done at each other home, and my own), but instead, they just pulled up and detached from the rotted crown with a simple pull. At one house, six of seven ornamental grasses, five of eight perennials and one of two Hydrangeas would need to be replaced due to rotting from the moisture beneath the un-removed leaves. In addition, the weeds were growing mightily under the leaves as well, requiring the owner eventually to weed much more than at other houses I visited. It will cost me to replace them, of course. But my one consolation is that it lent great skepticism to the ‘expert’ opinion in last year’s gardening magazine that suggested we ‘Let it lay!’ in the fall. Letting it lay will cost me nearly $100 in replacement costs that I did not see anywhere else on my visits this spring. Most of my customers heed the advice that I give to clean up the garden before the winter winds blow, especially after investing in new landscaping. And this year added concrete support to my theory that fall clean-up is worth all the toil and time you put into it. Now, the evidence has supported the fact that you can truly ‘trust me on this.’ I have the rotted, soggy, worthless plantings to prove it to you. Some things, if you are truly a gardener, you just have to do each year.

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Flea and tick season has begun-how to protect you and your furry friends BY MARY HELEN DARAH

Dr. Bob Esplin of SylvaniaVET, located at 4801 N. Holland-Sylvania Rd., believes that 2017 has the potential of being a challenging flea and tick season. “We saw ticks during the winter on animals that did not have a tick infestation in their house,” said Dr. Esplin. “This correlates with recent literature stating that ticks are adapting to the changing environment more effectively than people. For example, we have diagnosed a Gulf Coast Tick infestation, named for its habitat, here in northwest Ohio.” Dr. Esplin believes ticks are a more pressing concern than fleas. “Everyone freaks out about fleas,” stated Dr. Esplin. “They bite and get on people, but we do not have many diseases transmitted by fleas. Tick transmitted diseases, on the other hand, can become a public health issue for pets and humans.” There are two strains of parasites associated with ticks, Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever and Lyme Disease. Tick season begins in the spring and flea season is at its peak in summer and fall. “These seasons appear to be merging and becoming longer,” explained Dr. Esplin. “You are not going to get fleas in January because it is too cold, but you could get a tough tick year-round.” The life cycle of the flea plays a critical factor in treatment. Esplin said, “Your pet may pick up fleas from your yard that have been contaminated by stray cats and wild animals while visiting other animals at the dog park or walking around the neighborhood.” Places where your pet lays down inside or out are prone to flea infestations. “It is vital we treat the animal before the pupa stage of the flea cycle,” stated Dr. Esplin. “The pupa is resistant to anything we throw at it.” There are five types of common ticks in Northwest Ohio. Ticks attach to animals while walking in the tall weeds or grass, but animals are susceptible just by being outdoors.” Ticks attach themselves to the animal, get situated, and begin to ingest blood in four hours leading to the injection of bacteria-laden anti-salviants into the dog. A flea and tick comb is a really good diagnostic tool to see if your pet is infected.” “There are old theories of how to

remove a tick, such as touching it with a match. This could injure the animal and is not a good idea,” explained Dr. Esplin. “It is also not wise to hold a tick with your bare hands. Use a baggy and gently squeeze and pull the tick off, being careful not to twist and yank. Slow and steady is key. If it bleeds, you know you’ve gotten it all.” Published articles suggest that if a dog is diagnosed with tick transmitted diseases, pet owners should see their physician. Thankfully, there are diagnostic and preventive measures available.” We do our annual blood testing, 4DX plus, that includes tests for five tick transmitted diseases. We do not have to wait for an animal to exhibit symptoms,” stated Esplin. “There are great medications available. We recommend Simparica, given year-round for dogs. It is an oral medication, not topical. There are no issues with it being washed off or having an animal being handled by young children. The oral chew is really terrific. It has a kill time of less than four hours. It is a full 30 days of protection. It is safe, nontoxic and does not have any cumulative effects.” For cats, we recommend a topical product. We recommend dosing the cat at night so the medication dries while your children are sleeping.” Dr. Esplin believes it is important to keep your pet safe by taking preventive measures this flea and tick season. “I came across a quote I really liked that explains veterinary medicine and the relationship between pets and people,” he said. “Pets are not our whole life, but they make our life whole.”

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L-R: Mary Beauch, Zak Dilworth of RE/MAX Preferred Associates, and Neal Mahoney, of Midland Title, enjoy the event that included a live and silent auction and a 50/50 drawing.

Lonnie and Stacy Meridieth came to support the event that benefited the Children’s Miracle Network and Susan G. Komen of Northwest Ohio. —by Mary Helen Darah

Sylvanians are seen at The Victory Center’s Wait Night

Guests of professional opera singer and celebrity waiter, Liz Baldwin, were voted Liveliest Table at the event that raised funds for free services and programs Victory Center provides for cancer patients.

Thirty-three celebrity waiters include volunteer medical system professionals from ProMedica, Toledo Clinic, UT Health, Toledo Radiation Oncology, Imaging Central and Mercy Health helped raise almost $30,000.

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Phashion of the Opera Sings

Co-chairs of Phashion of the Opera Katie Maskey and Becky Gannon wear fresh flower jewelry donated by Bartz Viviano at the style show and luncheon held to benefit the Toledo Opera Guild on May 3 at the Toledo Club.

Phashion of the Opera 2017 committee members, back row, L-R:Bonnie Wrobel, Kelly Kotchetov, Katie Maskey, Becky Gannon, Elaina Kfouf, Joyce Stenberg and Jane Wurth and front row, L-R: Rebecca Kielboomer, Patty Stephens and Barbara Brown are thrilled to have a sold out crowd at the event. —by Kathy Schwartz

President/CEO at Toledo Memorial Park Jeff Clegg and wife Tracy visit with guests before the 2nd annual Mother’s Day Walk held May 6 on the grounds of Toledo Memorial Cemetery and Mausoleum.

Nate Miranda and his canine companion, Cutie, walk through the grounds of Toledo Memorial Cemetery and Mausoleum at the event that welcomed two- and four-legged friends.

Lee and Christine Bernath walk in honor and memory of Carlotta Miranda at the event honoring mothers. Attendees received t-shirts with the message, ‘Let it go with love.’

Tana Ohnesk and Josette Snyder of Toledo Memorial Cemetery and Mausoleum served refreshments donated by Senior Star West Park Place. —by Mary Helen Darah

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The community celebrates Arbor Day at Sylvan Elementary

Sylvania Forestry staff members Margie Ott and John Valendra look on as Katelyn Szabo, Amontae Parker and E.J. Johnson shovel dirt around the American Yellowwood tree donated by Sylvania Rotary.

Sylvania City Council members Sandy Husman, Katie Cappellini and Mark Luetke were on hand to celebrate the 35th annual Arbor Day festivities Held at Sylvan School.

Drug Take Back Day a Success

Sylvania Township officers Jeff Matuszewski and Dan Krajicek, along with staff member Tammy Martin, center, compile all of the pills that were dropped off during Drug Take Back Day.

Fred King fills out a survey as police cadet Ben Bostater and S.C.A.T. Executive Director Deb Chany look on during Drug Take Back Day, April 29.

Carol Waddington hands over a bag of prescription drugs to Ben Bostater while volunteer Todd Ziolkowski works in the background.

Clarence Whalen points out the advantages of using the available drug drop box.

Rotary President Lori Cannon talks with S.C.A.T. Executive Director Deb Chany at the Arbor Day celebration.

Roz Carpenter and Sylvania Town Crier Mike Lieber along with Sylvania Mayor Craig Stough participate in the ceremony.

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