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lthough heavy spring rains put him a month behind in planting, Tim Keil, of Louis Keil and Sons, remains optimistic for the remainder of farmers market season. “You can’t control the weather,” he said. “It may be tough this year, but next year could be perfect.” Keil looks forward to corn, cucumbers, cantaloupe, watermelon, green beans, eggplant and beets being ready in the upcoming weeks.
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Kealie and Julianna Kalita stop by for pastries from the Pie Lady, Patt Morr, center.
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John Monaghan of the VZN Group takes home first place honors in the corporate/media pizza challenge, once again.
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Ongoing
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 pm at the United Church of Christ, 7240 Erie St. Call 419-5377500 for more information. AlzheimerÊs Association An Alzheimer’s Association support group meets the third Thursday of each month from 5:30-6:30 pm at Aspen Grove, 7515 Secor Rd., Lambertville, Mich. Call 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 pm. Free to all survivors through a grant from The Rotary Club of Toledo. Aromatherapy Aromatherapy takes place the first and third Wednesday of each month from 1-2 pm at The Victory Center, 5532 W. Central Ave., Suite B. This program is free to people with a cancer diagnosis and is sponsored by ProMedica Cancer Institute. Call the Victory Center at 419-531-7600 for details. Boomers Resource Network Boomers Resource Network meets every Thursday at Uncle John’s Restaurant, 11:30 am-1 pm. Call 419-865-8503 or visit boomersrn.com. Cancer Support Group A cancer support group meets the second Monday of each month, 6:30 pm, at Mercy Health, St. Anne Hospital, second floor Cancer Library. Open to patients, family and caregivers. Call Marilyn at 419-865-0659 or Laura at 419-754-1277 for more information. Diabetes Education Support Group Monthly support group for people living with Type 2 diabetes meets on the third Wednesday of each month at 6 pm at the ProMedica Mary Ellen Falzone Diabetes Center, Conference Room A, 2100 W. Central Ave., free and open to the public. Call 419-291-6767 or contact sarah.cordrey@promedica.org. Double ARC Online Parent Support Group A free support group for parents / guardians of children with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders facilitated by FASD specialists meets the second Tuesday from 7-8 pm at the Double ARC building, 5800 Monroe St., Bldg. F-5. Food Addicts in Recovery Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous meets every Monday night at 7 pm at Epworth United Methodist Church, 4855 W. Central Ave. 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 pm; meal is at 6 pm. Healing Service The Victory Center invites all cancer patients and survivors to a Healing Service on the third Tuesday of each month at Epworth United Methodist Church, 4855 W. Central Ave. The Healing Service is free and open to the public. Register by calling 419-531-7600. Mom2mom Mom2mom is a way for moms to get connected with others who are also journeying through motherhood. We meet the first Wednesday of every month from September through May from 9:15-11:15 am at Christ the Word Church, 3100 Murd Rd. Childcare is provided. facebook.com/Mom2momtoledo/ MothersÊ Center of Greater Toledo First and third Thursday meetings for fun, food and friendship from 9:45-11:15 am at West Toledo YMCA, 2110 Tremainsville Rd., Toledo. Developmentally appropriate childcare provided. For info visit motherscenter.net. Nar-Anon A 12-step program for families and friends of addicts meets on Saturdays from 10-11 am at Mercy St. Anne’s, 3404 W. Sylvania Ave, third floor conference room and Wednesdays from 7-8:30 pm at Harvest Lane Alliance Church, 5132 Harvest Ln. Olivet Lutheran ChurchÊs 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 pm the second Tuesday of each month. Park in the back. 419-885-4421. Prostate Cancer Support Group A prostate cancer support group meets the fourth Monday of each month at 6:30 pm at Cancer Center library at St. Anne’s Hospital. For info, call 419-346-2753 or 419-344-9830. Stamp Collectors Club of Toledo Meets first and third Thursdays, Sept.-May at Perrysburg Masonic Hall - 590 E South Boundary at 7 pm. Each meeting is a program or member auction. Stroke Support Group Monthly support group for stroke survivors and their caregivers. Group meets on the fourth Thursday of the month from 4 - 6 pm at ProMedica Flower Hospital, 5200 Harroun Rd. Contact 419-291-7537 or stroke.support@promedica.org. Survivors of Suicide Support Group Meets on the first Tuesday of the month at the Advent Lutheran Center, 6735 W. Sylvania Ave. at 7 pm. Email Mark Hill at MHill@lssnwo.org or call Nancy Yunker at 419-517-7553 for more information.
Taizé Service A Taizé Service is held monthly on the third Thursday at 7 pm in SUCC’s Christ’s Chapel, 7240 Erie St. 419-882-0048. TAME Meeting The Toledo Area Miniature Enthusiasts meet the first Saturday of each month from 1- 4 pm in the Sylvania Heritage Museum Carriage House, 5717 Main St. 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 am and Tuesdays from 6:30-7:30 pm. Call
419-478-1103 or 419-841-6436 for information. TOPS is not church affiliated. Toledo Area Genealogy Society Meets from 7-9 pm the second Monday of the month September through June at Sylvania United Church of Christ, 7240 Erie St. Visit tagstoledo.org for info. Toledo Country Live Band Toledo Country Live Band is in concert the first and third Saturday, 6 pm at the Church of St. Andrew United Methodist, 3620 Heatherdowns Blvd. Light refreshments. Free. Information 419-262-4453.
Sylvania Senior Center Programs
Hours: 8 am- 5 pm Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri • 8 am-7:30 pm Tuesdays Lunch is served from 11:30-12:15 p.m. Mon-Fri; suggested donation agese 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, $8.00 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: when classes are not in session, please see schedule Quilting & Sewing: Tue & Thu, 8-12 noon, weekly; Woodshop: Tue, Thu & Fri, 1-3, weekly; Woodcarvers: Tue, 3-6 weekly March through December Transportation to Senior Center & Shopping: call Deb, 419-885-3913 08/06 Jazzercise: Mon-Fri call Christy 1-2:30, weekly, limited occupancy for details 419-460-1734 Cardio Drumming: 2nd Mon 2 & Franciscan Care Center BP/BS 2:30 workouts, call for details Clinic: Tuesdays, 9-11:30 08/13 Franciscan Care Center BP/BS Chair Yoga: Mon, Tue & Thu Clinic: Tuesdays, 9-11:30 11:30-12:30, weekly, * Chair Yoga: Mon, Tue & Thu Bunco: 1st & 3rd Tue 1-3 11:30-12:30, weekly, * Dr. Lam’s Tai Chi for Health: Legal Outreach: by appt., monthly Tue 3-4, weekly, * Adult Coloring: 2nd & 4th Tue, Silver Scholars: 5:30-6:30, call for 1-3, monthly details Current Events: 2nd & 4th Tue, Hatha Yoga evening practice: 2-4, monthly 6-7 p.m. * Contract Bridge: Tue 12:30-3:30, Alz./Dementia Caregiver Support weekly Group: 6-7 p.m., open to the Dr. Lam’s Tai Chi for Health: public Tue 3-4, weekly, * 08/07 Knitting/Crocheting, Wed 9-11, Silver Scholars: 5:30-6:30, call for Fri 2-4, weekly details Jazzercise: Mon-Fri call Christy for Hatha Yoga evening practice: details 419-460-1734 6-7 p.m. * Strength/Balance: Wed 1-2, Fri 08/14 Strength/Balance: Wed 1-2, 10:30-11:30, weekly, * Fri 10:30-11:30, weekly, * Hatha Yoga: afternoon practice, Retirement Specialist: 2nd Wed, Wed 2:30-4, weekly, * by appt., monthly 08/08 Jazzercise: Mon-Fri call Christy Hatha Yoga: afternoon practice, for details 419-460-1734 Wed 2:30-4, weekly, * Strength Training: Mon & Thu Rummikub: 2nd Wed, 3-4, 10-11, weekly, * monthly Chair Yoga: Mon, Tue & Thu 08/15 Jazzercise: Mon-Fri call Christy 11:30-12:30, weekly, * for details 419-460-1734 Memory Chat: 2nd Thu, by appt., Strength Training: Mon & Thu memory care professional, 10-11, weekly, * monthly Chair Yoga: Mon, Tue & Thu Camera Club: 2 Thu, 1:30-2:30, 11:30-12:30, weekly, * monthly Duplicate Bridge: Thu, 1-4, 08/09 Jazzercise: Mon-Fri call Christy weekly for details 419-460-1734 Book Review Group: 3rd 08/2-3, Strength/Balance: Wed 1-2, monthly Fri 10:30-11:30, weekly, * 08/16 Jazzercise: Mon-Fri call Christy Scrabble: 1:30-4:30, weekly for details 419-460-1734 Line Dancing: Fri 2:30-4, weekly Advanced Funeral Planning: 3rd 08/12 Jazzercise: Mon-Fri call Christy for Friday, by appt. details 419-460-1734 Strength/Balance: Wed 1-2, Strength Training: Mon & Thu Fri 10:30-11:30, weekly, * 10-11, weekly, * Scrabble: 1:30-4:30, weekly Unique Health Care Solutions BP Line Dancing: Fri 2:30-4, weekly Clinic: 11:30-12:30 08/19 Jazzercise: Mon-Fri call Christy Chair Yoga: Mon Tue & Thu for details 419-460-1734 11:30-12:30, weekly, * Strength Training: Mon & Thu Woodcarving Class: Mon & Wed 10-11, weekly, * *Call for fee and registration • For more info, call: 419-885-3913
Sylvania Community Services, a nonprofit agency, manages the Sylvania Senior Center. For a complete listing of all Senior Center activities and programs, visit sylvaniaseniorcenter.org and click on Senior Center Newsletter.
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Sylvania Senior Center • 7140 Sylvania Ave. • Sylvania, Ohio 43560
•Through Aug. 16
Safari Camp Toledo Zoo The Zoo offers wild opportunities for campers ages 4 through 15. Separate fee, pre-register.
•Through Sept. 15
Life is a Highway: Art and American Car Culture TMA, Canaday Gallery The first large-scale domestic exhibition to provide a historical overview of this topic with an emphasis on the Midwest. Free to TMA members; $12 nonmembers with discounts for seniors, students and military.
•Through Oct. 2
Sylvania Farmers Market, 3 pm Every Tuesday. Maplewood between Main and Becker Drive.
•Aug. 6
Babytime, 10-10:30 King Road Library This storytime focuses on developing your baby’s early literacy skills. Babies 0-18 months will be introduced to songs, movement, rhythm and rhyme designed to foster a love of books and reading. Audience: Young Children (0-5) Toddler Storytime, 11-11:30 am King Road Library Have fun at this interactive storytime for chil-
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dren 18 months - 3 years old and their favorite grown-up. Talk, sing, read, write and play together as we share books, songs, rhymes and movement.
•Aug. 6, 13, 20, 27
Stranahan Elementary-ESOL Summer Slide Prevention, 3-5 pm King Road Library Weekly Reading Activity for K-12 students to prevent loss of reading skills, writing skills, and language skills. Audience: Kids (5-10)
•Aug. 6, 20
LEGO Challenge: Disaster Island, 3-4 pm King Road Library Imagine being stranded on an island far, far away and then a disaster strikes! It's the Library LEGO challenge! What will you build? Teens (13-18) Stranahan Elementary-Overflow, 3-5 pm King Road Library Weekly reading activity for K-12 students to prevent loss of reading skills, writing skills, and language skills.
•Aug. 7
Sunset Serenade, 6-9 pm Olander Nederhouser Deck The Bourbon Cowboys Enjoy food from Swisher Dogs and Mayberry Ice Cream. Unfiltered, an improv troupe performs before 7 pm headliner. $3 admission for nonSylvania resident cars. • English Conversation Club, 6-7 pm King Road Library Welcoming, respectful and friendly environment to practice English conversation skills while discussing current events and a variety of topics.Adults (18+) •Storytime Playdate, 6-7pm King Road Library Get your sillies out before bedtime! Join us Locations Franciscan Center, Lourdes University, 6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania, 419-824-3707 Olander Park (Nederhouser and Gorman), 6930 W. Sylvania Ave. To register, 419-882-8313, ext. 1013 or programs@olanderpark.com; olanderpark.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
for a playdate complete with dance, music and stories. Young children (0-5) •Reading Buddies, 2-3:30 pm King Road Library Be a better reader with one-on-one reading sessions at the library. Kids (5-10) •Kids Writing Workshop, 3-4 pm Sylvania Library Kids age 5 to 10 can develop and produce their own playful, imaginative creative writing. *Teaching Cursive for Adults 6:30-8 pm Sylvania Library Adults learn how to teach your child cursive in this two part series, taught by Penny French. Registion required •Toddler Trails, 10 -11 am Wildwood Metz Center This outdoor, multi-sensory nature play and exploration introduces toddlers up to age 3 and their accompanying adults to the natural world and promotes its preservation. Toddlers $2,
•Aug. 7, 14
Scale Down Seminar, times vary ProMedica Health,Wellness Center Community Education Room 5700 Monroe St. Hear about the HMR Program and success stories from patients. The seminar is free but registration is required. Call 855-251-8615 or email promedica.wellness@promedica. Aug. 7 5-6 p.m. Aug.14 11:30 a.m.-Noon
•Aug. 7, 14, 21, 28
Ragtime Rick Sodbusters 5758 N. Main St. Toledo’s own Ragtime Rick and band perform. •Senior Stroll, 2-3 pm Wildwood Metz Center Enjoy a slow-paced nature walk with a naturalist as your guide, as they put your stroll into context with information about the environment. Dress accordingly for the weather and any age is welcome. Reservations
•Aug. 7, 21
Aromatherapy, 1-2 pm The Victory Center 5532 W. Central Ave., Suite B, Toledo, Ohio, 43615 Discuss the special ways that essential oils can be used for everyday health and wellness. Free to people with a cancer diagnosis. Call 419-531-7600 for details.
•Aug. 8
Mini-Pilgrimage. 10 am-12:30 pm Madonna Hall 6832 Convent Blvd. Pilgrims walk among the sites on the Lourdes University campus that are tributes to the lives of Saints Francis and Clare and includes personal reflection, the history of the Sylvania Franciscan Sisters and lunch.$20. To make a reservation call Sister Joan Jurski, 419.824.3528 or jjurski@sistersosf.org. •Bridging Globalist-Nationalist Divide, 5:30 pm Franciscan Center
6832 Convent Father Bacik lecture. $10 in advance; $15 at the door. 419-824-3515 or online at sylvaniafranciscanvillege.org. •Teen Board Game Night 6-7:30 pm King Road Library Teens! Bring your friends and challenge each other in various board games. Feel free to bring your own if you have a favorite. Teens WomenÊs Connection West, 6 pm Highland Meadows Golf Club
7455 Erie St.
Friends night. Stephanie Alison performs with classic songs. Speaker Nancy Montagna, of Warren, Ohio and will share, ‘From Straight Jacket to Sound Mind.’ $16. •Cycle Glow Roll 8:30-10 pm Secor, NCNP Parking lot Pedal through the parks with Metroparks naturalists and enjoy glow rides Decorate and light up your bike and spin around in style!. Helmets mandatory. Reservations •Toledo Harbor Light, 7 pm Toledo Yacht Club 3900 N. Summit St. The history of Maumee Bay's lighthouses will be discussed by Sandy Bihn, president and founder of the Toledo Harbor Lighthouse Preservation Society.
•Aug. 8, 15, 22, 29
Twilight Thursdays, 7-10 pm Cherry Creek Cellars 11500 Silver Lake Hwy. Brooklyn, Mich. Wine tastings and music •Teen Gamer's Guild, 3-5 pm Sylvania Library Chill out and play the hottest games on the Nintendo Switch, such as Fortnite, Super Smash Bros, Minecraft, Super Mario Party, and many more. Teen Gamers Guild meets every Thursday in the Teen Area.
•Aug. 9
SCAT Golf Scramble, 11:30 am Bedford Hills Golf Club Ninth annual golf scramble:12:30 pm shotgun. •Attracting Night Insects, 9-10 pm TBG Conference Center, Enjoy the sights and sounds of the summer night as we bait night time insects and identify them. Bring a chair or blanket to sit down and relax on this calm, summer night. Reservations,
•Aug. 9-11
Retreat Weekend for Women, 6 pm Regina Conference Center 6832 Convent Blvd. Join Fr. Marty Nassr as he explores the richness of this central Mystery of Faith, gleaning insights from Pope Francis, Fr. Ron Rolheiser, OMI, St. Theresa of Avila, Sr. Joyce Rupp, OSM, and many other spiritual guides. $150 for overnight guests. $75 for commuters. For more email Sr. Joan Jurski at jjurski@sistersosf.org.
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•Aug. 9, 16, 23, 30 Vineyard Jam, 7-10 pm Cherry Creek Cellars 11500 Silver Lake Hwy. Brooklyn, Mich. Wine tastings and music
•Aug. 9, 23
Minecraft Meetup, 3:30-4:30 King Road Library Join other Minecrafters at the Library to explore, build, battle, collaborate, and survive in virtual worlds. Recommended ages 7-13. ProMedica Concert Series, 6:15 pm Promenade Park 400 Water St., Toledo Tickets are $15 presale or $20 the day of the show. Super fans may purchase VIP tickets for entry closer to the stage for $45. Ticketmaster and promenadeconcerts.com. Aug. 9 - Dennis Young; Aug. 23 - Martina McBride
•Aug. 10
Fam Jam Festival, 11 am-7 pm Christ the Word Church 3100 Murd Road Bounce house, food trucks, music and more. •Kids Saturday movie, 10 am-Noon King Road Library We've picked some of our favorite animated feature films to share. Mulan (88 min) G •First Year College Life, 2-3 pm Sylvania Library Heading to college this fall? Learn how to manage your time, plan ahead, budget your money, and avoid the common pitfalls of the first year of college life. •Books and Breakfast, 10-11 am Sylvania Library Young children ages 0 to 5, fill tummies and minds with both breakfast and books. •Authors! with Elizabeth Berg , 7-9 pm Sylvania Library Join author Elizabeth Berg as she stops in Toledo while out on her Summer Driving Tour! Tickets required.
•2019 Jeep Fest parade, 11 am Downtown Toledo Sponsored by Grogan’s and Charlie’s. Part of a weekend of Jeep activities. •Family Hike: Butterflies and other Pollinators, 1-2:30 pm Toledo Botanical Garden What do butterflies, bees, moths, beetles, flies and mosquitos all have in common? They are important pollinators!. Reservations. •Metroparks Toledo Presents: Fly Fishing 101, 2-3 pm King Road Library Learn the basic principles of fly fishing. We'll cover poles and reels, discuss dry versus wet flies and learn about simple fly patterns. •Under the Moon and Meteors 5K and SÊMores, 9:30-11:30 pm Secor, NCNP Parking lot, Run or hike the 5k course after dark You are encouraged to decorate yourself with glow attire. Registration $5.
5850 Manning Way Tours of the newly constructed villas. Call 419386-2686 or visit sunsetcommunities.org. •Code IT Club, 3:30-4:30 pm King Road Library Have you ever wanted to create a video game, program a robot or make a website? Grades 4-9. •Craft beverage degree information night, 6-7 pm Ebeid Recreation Center 6737 Convent Learn more about the new craft beverage degree offered by Lourdes University. Call 419517-8884 or email egibson@lourdes.edu.
Festival of India, 11 am-8 pm Centennial Terrace 5773 Centennial Road Experience Indian culture in the forms of traditional dance, food and clothing. Free. •Star Struck, Solar Viewing, 1-2 pm Wildwood Preserve, Playground Explore the night sky with a naturalist so you can discover the science and stories surrounding celestial bodies. Reservations.
Ridin Late in County 48, 8:30 -11:30 pm Toledo Memorial Park Slow bike ride through Sylvania with lights. •Metroparks Toledo trivia, 2-3 pm King Road Library A fun interactive game highlighting all that Metroparks Toledo has to offer in the diverse and beautiful eco-regions just outside your door. •Euchre Saturdays, 11 am-1 pm Sylvania Library Adults, do you enjoy playing cards? Whether you're a ‘card shark’ or have never played Euchre before, all are welcome. •Sylvania STEM Launch Party, 6-11 pm Imagination Station One Discovery Way Fundraiser for the STEM Center. Adults only. $50. Call 419-283-3084 or visit events@sylvaniastem.org.
•Aug. 11
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Bobby May & Friends, 6-9 pm Sodbusters 5758 N. Main Music by local musicians each Sunday.
•Aug. 12
Countdown to kindergarten, 10-11 am King Road Library Do you have a child starting kindergarten in the fall? Stories, games and activity stations will prepare you and your child for school success. •Sylvania Book Group, 7-8 pm Sylvania Library Adults have an enjoyable time reading and discussing ‘The Lost City of Z’ by David Grann
•Aug. 16
80s Explosion Dance Party, 7 pm 5773 Centennial Rd. The 8th annual 80s Explosion Dance Party will have you dancing the night away. General admission tickets are $20. VIP tables available for 10 guests $250.
•Aug. 17
•Campout and a movie, 6 pm-11 am Wildwood Preserve Metropark Camp overnight at Wildwood with a movie and popcorn (small fee) under the night sky. ‘The Bee Movie’ will be featured. Campout is dog friendly. 15x15 ft. campsite $25 per site.
•Aug. 19
Poetry Writing Group, 6:30-8 pm King Road Library Meet bi-weekly to work with your fellow poets to craft your best poems. Adults (18+)
•Aug. 20
•First day of school Sylvania Schools Grades 1-6 & 9 Sylvania schools opening day for those grades levels. •Garden Tour Series-Landscape Maintenance, 10:30 am Toledo Zoo Proper pruning, watering, mulching, soil conditions and dead-heading. is covered. Separate fee, pre-registration irequired. Visit toledozoo.org/gardens •Cooking for one, 1 pm Fieldstone Villas Sunset Communities 5850 Manning Way Learn to make a meal to enjoy solo or to share with a friend. Call 419-882-8415.
•Aug. 21
First day of school Sylvania Schools Grades 7-8 and 10-12 Sylvania Schools opening day for grade levels. •Sunset Serenade, 6-9 pm Olander Nederhouser Deck Chloe & The Steel Strings Food from Swisher Dogs and Mayberry Ice Cream. Unfiltered, an improv troupe performs before the 7 pm headliner. $3 admission for for non Sylvania resident cars.
Your Go-To Event: Ridin’ Late in County 48
•Aug. 13
Dementia Education Series, 5:30-6:30 pm ProMedica Flower Hospital Conference Center, Boardroom 5200 Harroun Rd. Free dementia education sessions.ProMedica experts will provide insight, strategies, techniques and care approaches for managing the course of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. Pre-registration is requested. Call 419-8241758 or Cheyenne.Abrego@ProMedica.org. •Books on Tap, 7:30-8:30 pm Sylvania Library Adults can get together at Inside the Five for great conversation about ‘The Stranger in the Woods’ by Michael Finkel •Learn CPR, 6-9 pm Sylvania Area Family Services 5440 Marshall Road To register, call 419-882-8415. Donations.. •Evening Ride, 6:30-7:30 pm •Sunset Ride, 8-9 pm Secor, NCNP Parking lot, Hop on board the Explorer as a naturalist interprets the passing scenery, as passengers relax in Metroparks wheelchair accessible, open air trolley. Maximum two wheel chairs per trip. $4,
Aug. 14
Lions Club meet and greet, 6 pm Burnham Park 6850 Maplewood Come and enjoy food, fun and fellowship. Learn how Sylvania Lions Club serves Sylvania.
•Aug. 15
Open house, 10 am-2 pm Fieldstone Villas
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L-R: Peggy Bondy, Susan Micsko, Don Bondy, Jen Salazar, Laura Bernsdorff, Joe Schwallie, Judy Kruger, Randy Kruger, Cindy Schwallie, Debbie Powazki, Gary Micsko and Joel Salazar are friends from McCord Road Christian Church and have fun riding together in the 2018 event. lights will be required on all bikes to ensure BY EMILYN LAGGER safety for riders. he fourth annual Ridin’ Late in Ridin’ Late in County 48 is presented by County 48 is scheduled for SaturToledo Memorial Park and Yark Nissan and day, Aug. 24, with the slow ride is partnered with We Are Traffic and the taking place from 8:30 to10 pm and an after Toledo Lucas County Public Library to supparty taking place from 10 pm to midnight. port Safe Kids Greater Toledo. Funds from The ride will start at Spoke Life Cycles, 6363 the event will go to purchase and install a Monroe St., Sylvania. Free parking for riders Fixit Bike Repair Station at the Sylvania will be available at Root Inc., 5470 Main St., Branch Library. This repair station will be or St. Joseph’s, 5373 Main St. equipped for riders to do all basic repairs This family friendly ride covers a distance and maintenance, from changing a flat tire of 9.4 miles and ventures through Toledo to adjusting brakes and derailleurs, and it Memorial Park, scenic Sylvania neighborwill be weather proof as well as tamper hoods and Olander Park. After the ride, parproof. ticipants are invited to stay for a reception Registration for the ride is $20 per rider. in downtown Sylvania with snacks from InDetails about registering can be found at side the 5 and Mayberry Ice Cream, as well ridinlate.redpodium.com/ridin-late-inas craft beer from two local breweries. county-48-2019 This year’s ride organizers once again partnered with Brightz Ltd, a local company This event is highlighted on specializing in battery operated LED light the Guy in the 419 Live Show, accessories for bikes. They will be providing available on Facebook or by their lights to the first 300 riders. Particivisiting guyinthe419.com. pants should keep in mind that head and tail
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TSO Receives Research Grant
The Toledo Symphony Orchestra is one of 19 U.S. orchestras to receive a grant from the League of American Orchestras to support innovation and organizational learning. The two-year American Orchestras’ Future Fund grants are made possible by the Ann and Gordon Getty Foundation. Programs receiving support include engagement of individuals with PTSD; research on the effects of music education on the emotional, social, and neural development of children; new uses of digital marketing; and partnerships with universities, public and private school systems, and other nonprofits to create new musical experiences.
Festival of India features dancing, food, more BY SNEHA KAMATH
The Festival of India will take place from 11 am to 8 pm at Centennial Terrace on Aug. 11. This annual event, featuring Indian dance, music, clothes and food is a chance to explore Indian culture without leaving Sylvania. The event, organized by members of the Hindu Temple of Toledo, consists of clothing and food vendors as well as a lineup of dance performances.
In past years, all performances have adhered to an underlying theme that showcases an important aspect of Indian culture. In 2015, the song and dance program mirrored the proceedings of traditional Indian weddings, while performances last year paid tribute to India’s well developed Bollywood industry. Although the theme for this year’s program has not been announced, it is sure to offer visitors a new perspective of Indian culture.
Lourdes craft beverages info night planned Lourdes is hosting a Craft Beverages degree information night on Thursday, Aug. 15 from 6 to 7 pm in the Ebeid Rec Center, 6737 Convent Blvd. Jeff Groth, Craft Beverages professor, admissions counselors and advisors will be on site to discuss the only Full-Bodied Degree Program in the country. Local partners, Majestic Oak Winery, Inside the Five Brewery, Upside Brewing and Maumee Bay
Brewing Co., will also be onsite to discuss internships. Hors d’oeuvres will be served along with beer and wine tasting for those 21 and over. To RSVP visit apply.lourdes.edu/register/CRAFTBEVSNITE For more information, contact Erin Gibson, Associate Director of Admissions at 419-517-8884 or egibson@lourdes.edu.
Sylvania Lions Club members Carol Collins and Jan Tidd take stock of some of the purses that will be used for the Designer Purse Bingo.
Designer Purse Bingo planned BY MARY HELEN DARAH
The Sylvania Lions Club is hosting a Designer Purse Bingo to raise funds to enrich the lives of people who are blind or visually impaired. The event will help two local nonprofit agencies, the Sylvania Lions Club and The Sight Center of Northwest Ohio, which serve people with permanent vision loss. The two organizations are co-hosting the event and will share the proceeds. The Designer Purse Bingo is scheduled for Oct.17 at the Elks Lodge, 3520 HollandSylvania Rd. in Sylvania. During the event guests will have the chance to win one of 20 purses from such designers as
Dooney Bourke, Coach, Michael Kors, and Kate Spade. There will also be raffle prizes, a 50/50 raffle and the opportunity to play in a coverall game for a top of the line designer bag. “The Sylvania Lions are excited to host this event with The Sight Center,” stated Sylvania Lion, Jan Tidd. "There are many ways the community can help before the event. We are looking for sponsorship, donations of merchandise, gift cards and other raffle prizes to help advance our missions. Most important, buy tickets to the event and join in the fun." For information and event details visit SightCenterToledo.org/Events, email ttegge@sightcentertoledo.org or call 419- 720-3937, ext.105.
The Imagination Station is the venue for the Launch Party, a fundraiser to benefit the Sylvania STEM Center. There will be trivia contest, silent auction, wine pull, dinner and a live auction at the adults-only evening. The event will be held Saturday, Aug. 17 from 6 to 10 pm.
Sylvania STEM Center reaches over 4,000 youth annually and has 45 STEM FIRST robotics teams. Call 419-283-3084, visit events@sylvaniastem.org or sylvaniastem.org/events/launchparty to attend. The cost is $50.
Sylvania STEM Center hosts launch party
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Battle of the Badges Held
Rwandan genocide survivor Alex Nsengimana tells an audience of over 450 people at McCord Road Christian Church about his reaction to receiving an Operation Christmas Child Shoe Box in 1995 when he was 7 years old and living in an orphanage. He recounted how that box, filled with school supplies, hygiene items, toy cars, socks, coloring books, colored pencils and more changed his life. ‘That box planted seeds of hope and love in my life,’ he said.
Operation Christmas Child Shoe Box
The Aman Children’s Choir of Uganda, ages 7 to 15, from Kampala Community Sunday School, sponsored by Light Africa Ministries accompany Nsengimana on the tour, which stops at McCord Road Christian Church on July 22.
Freedom Kitengejja talks with Benton Cole, pastor of McCord Road Christian Church, before the Monday evening service.
Sylvania Township Deputy Fire Chief Mike Froelich talks with Robin Hazeltine during the event.
KJ Peteniot of the Sylvania Senior Center donates blood with help from Kristal Pashmas.
Estee Houston works with Sylvania Township Police Officer Bob Snow during the event held at the Sylvania Senior Center.
Stephanie Lorenzen takes care of donor Teresa Meyers of Tim Hortons who donated blood for the police department.
Sylvania Township Police Officer Randy Mull fills out the appropriate paperwork before he donates on behalf of his department.
Sylvania Township Fire Chief Mike Ramm talks with Sylvania Senior Center Executive Director Julie Graf.
Paxton and Landry LaPoint and their dad, Tony, stop to meet Sadie and Bear who, with owners Bill and Carol Gospodarek, are greeting the 68 registered campers on opening day of Camp Fearless on July 23. The camp is made possible by Heartland Hospice Care, ProMedica Hospice and Gabby’s Grief Center. Kelly Macy of ProMedica Hospice is director of the camp.
Kalie and Jason Wood and their mother, Kirsten, stop to pet Bear and talk with his owner Carol Gospodarek before signing in at Camp Fearless held at Sylvania First United Methodist Church. The fourday camp includes therapeutic activities, arts and crafts, team building and fun led by social workers, bereavement counselors and trained volunteers.
A Warm Welcome to Camp Fearless
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Rock Matters ... Truckin’ to Woodstock
In tribute to Robert Alexander, one of our favorite columnists who passed away unexpectedly on July 8, and in commemoration of the 50th anniversary of Woodstock, we are rerunning this article which originally appeared in the June 2017 issue of Boomers.
BY ROBERT ALEXANDER
On August 14, 1969, the call went out to Jim and Ed. “We’re leaving in 45 minutes.” I picked them up in my 1969 Volkswagen Squareback and “The Dharma Bums” were on the road to Yasgur’s Farm in Bethel, N.Y. But somewhere in N.J., I turned the VW around. Warnings on the radio convinced us that the police had closed the roads leading to the Woodstock Festival. Missing the most famous rock concert in world history became a lifelong regret. Forty-eight years later, I knew what I had to do … a road trip to Woodstock. So, Stephanie and I and our loyal companion, Chico, our 100-pound black Lab, packed up the RV and headed east. Would we find empty, mud-covered fields where the stage stood that once held Joplin, Hendrix, Cocker and Havens? Would we find Big Pink, the home where Dylan and The Band recorded The Basement Tapes? Would we be able to visit Levon Helm’s garage? Or would we find that Woodstock is just a sleepy rural town that once hosted a hippie dream of peace, love and understanding that with time, “didn’t burn out but just faded away?” After a decade, rock ‘n’ roll had come of age, from Elvis to the Beatles, with rockabilly, doo-wop, dance, soul, girl groups and Motown along on the journey. But the 60s were a dark period of American history
with the struggle for civil rights, political assassinations and anti-Vietnam War demonstrations. The music expressed the anxiety, paranoia and dissent of the young boomer generation. Rebellion against authority and distrust of anyone over 30, led to freedom marches, peace rallies and dropping out. The Age of Aquarius had begun! The time was ripe for a celebration of love, peace and freedom. What started as a fundraising concert to develop a rock music studio in Woodstock became a 500,000-participant event that featured sex, drugs and rock ‘n’ roll. From England came The Who, from San Francisco came the Grateful Dead, the Jefferson Airplane flew in, and The Band, well, they were in the neighborhood. In all, 32 different acts performed including Creedence Clearwater Revival; Joan Baez; Country Joe and the Fish; Johnny Winter; Blood Sweat and Tears; and Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young. After three days and 722 miles, we pulled into Yasgur’s Farm (the site of the Woodstock Festival, 43 miles from Woodstock). Today, there is just a beautiful alfalfa field, a barn and two farmhouses, but the owner, Jeryl Abramson, invited us to come back for the reunion concert on Aug. 11. Maybe we’ll return in 2019 for the 50year celebration. TRUCKIN’ TO 8A
Robert Alexander and Jeryl Abramson, the owner of Yasgur’s Farm, are at the site of the Woodstock Festival in Bethel, N.Y.
Woodstock Legends, a vintage clothing store in Woodstock, N.Y.
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Party Honors Retired Deb Chany
TRUCKIN’ FROM PAGE 7A On to Woodstock, an idyllic small town featuring art galleries, cafes and shops that attract tourists and rock and folk music fans from around the world. In Saugerties, the neighboring town, we traveled up Overlook Mountain on a dirt road and there it was … Big Pink! My rock ‘n’ roll pilgrimage was complete.
The town square in Woodstock, N.Y.
The Playlist •“For What It’s Worth,” Buffalo Springfield •“Reason to Believe,” Tim Hardin* •“Going Up the Country,” Canned Heat* •“Stand!” Sly and the Family Stone* •“Bad Moon Rising,” CCR* •“My Generation,” The Who* •“Somebody to Love,” Jefferson Airplane* •“Suite: Judy Blue Eyes,” Crosby, Stills & Nash* •“Woodstock,” Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young (written by Joni Mitchell)
Robert Alexander finds Big Pink, the home where Dylan and The Band recorded The Basement Tapes.
•“Freedom,” Richie Havens* •“Evil Ways,” Santana* •“Truckin’(What a long, strange trip it’s been)” Grateful Dead •“Piece of My Heart,” Janis Joplin* •“The Weight,” The Band* •“With a Little Help from My Friends,” Joe Cocker* •“Purple Haze,” Jimi Hendrix* •“Born Under a Bad Sign,” The Paul Butterfield Blues Band* *songs performed at Woodstock
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SCAT board members Mary Morris, Julie Hoffman, Connie Torrey, Jeff Kowalski and Scott Ramey honor Deb Chany, fourth from left, who retired from SCAT at the end of the school year.
Sylvania Schools Intervention Specialist Bill Geha talks with Sylvania Municipal Judge Mike Bonfiglio and his wife, Dawn, at the retirement party for Deb Chany.
Sylvania School Board Members Shannon Szyperski, Julie Hoffman and Vicki Donovan-Lyle talk with the retired SCAT Director Deb Chany at the party held in her honor.
Sandy and John Husman join former Sylvania Township Fire Chief Jeff Kowalski and his wife, Mary, at the event.
Longtime pool director takes the plunge ... finally; raises funds for cause
Former Highland Meadows swimmers Amy Baughman Mueller, left, and Jenny Hires Briggs, third from left, come to watch their former swim coach, Bill Geha, second from left, along with his daughter Ani and son Mark. Bill Geha, the intervention and prevention specialist for Sylvania Schools, has also been the pool manager at Highland Meadows Golf Club for the past 46 summer seasons. His daughter Ani, remembers him possibly being in the pool only once about 30 years ago. She was thinking about that fact on a recent ursday evening when she had a brilliant idea. “I posed the question ‘Who remembers ever seeing my dad in the water?’ on Facebook.” And, in honor of the Great Heat Wave of 2019, she proposed that if she could raise $500 by noon on Sunday, July 21, she would persuade her dad, Bill, to jump in the pool. “Since we were going to raise money, I looked for an appropriate organization to benefit from this effort,” she said. She selected the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline as the charity to receive the money raised. “My dad works hard helping kids battling ad-
Bill Geha gets ready for the plunge.
Bill Geha actually seems to be right at home floating in the pool.
diction, suicide and bullying so it is appropriate that the money we raise will go to that organization,” she said. “e response from my post was amazing and that $500 goal was reached in 45 minutes aer I had issued the challenge. By the time of the ‘Big Dip’ at 3 pm on Sunday, July 21, $1,930 has been raised,” she added. Being the good sport that he is, Geha did not hesitate to accept his daughter’s challenge. Even though he has not stepped a foot in the pool since 1989, Geha was fully prepared for the plunge, complete with a shark hat to top off his swimming ensemble. And, precisely at 3 pm, into the pool he jumped, showing good form with each stroke he took to the delight of family members, longtime Highland Meadows swimmers, friends and pool patrons who applauded his efforts poolside.
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Leaf and Seed Café to open in downtown Toledo Sylvania Farmers Market Maplewood Ave., West of Main St. Tuesdays, 3 - 7 pm Visit the market on Maplewood Avenue and Richard Becker Drive in the Red Bird Arts District. Each week features local produce, flowers, honey, coffee, crafts, live music and Food Truck Row. downtownsylvania.org Whole Foods Market Toledo Grand Opening 3420 Secor Rd. Wednesday, Aug. 7, 9 am The opening day celebration of the 30,000 square foot market includes complimentary coffee, pastries and music before the store opens. Additionally, the first 200 customers will receive a custom Whole Foods Market Toledo canvas tote bag and a savings card with a mystery value ranging between $5 and $100. The Toledo store will feature locally sourced options, including many brands that are new to Whole Foods Market, grab-and-go prepared foods and organic grocery items. wholefoodsmarket.com 7th Annual Polka Picnic St. Hyacinth Catholic Church 719 Evesham Ave., Toledo Saturday, Aug. 10, 5 - 9 pm Sunday, Aug. 11, 1 - 6 pm Homemade Polish food available all weekend. Dinner by Malczewski’s on Saturday evening. Polka mass on Sunday at noon. Kids’ area on Sunday from 2 - 5 pm. Admission is free. Sylvania Area Family Services Community Meals 5440 Marshall Rd. Lunch: Aug. 15, 11 am - noon Once a month Sylvania Area Family Services offers free meals provided by a community partner. Open to the public. For more information, call 419-882-8415. sylvaniaareafamilyservices.org
Toledo Night Market Toledo Farmers Market 525 Market St., Toledo Saturday, Aug. 17, 6 - 11 pm Eat, drink and stroll through an open air market at nighttime. The monthly summer events are hosted by Toledo Night Market and feature live music by The Groove Daddies, local food vendors, handmade items, jewelry, art and live music. Admission $5, military and seniors 55+ $3, Kids under 12 Free. Farmhouse Market Festival 3188 SR 120, Metamora Saturday, Aug. 17, 10 am - 7 pm Food and produce vendors from Ohio, Mich., and Indiana. Artists, antiques, barbecue and pub food, desserts, beer tent with home-brews and micro-brews, live music and kids activities. Vibrant Vegan Soul Food Sundays 5255 Hill Ave. Sundays, 11 am - 7 pm Weekly menu includes plant-based dinners, desserts and smoothies. Order online and pick it up on Sundays, or have your order delivered to you. Personal chef services available too. vibrantvegan.net WINE TASTINGS SofoÊs Italian Market 5400 Monroe St. Wednesdays, 5 - 7 pm Weekly wine tasting events resume on Aug. 7. Sip and sample fabulous food by Chef Frankie. Prices vary depending on wines offered. shopsofos.com Bottle Shop at MancyÊs Italian 5453 Monroe St. Thursdays, 5:30 - 7:30 pm Weekly tasting event. Pours begin at $2. bottleshopinfo@mancys.com
BY JENNIFER RUPLE
Susan Herhold, owner and chef of The Leaf and Seed vegan food truck, plans to expand her business and open a café in downtown Toledo early this fall. Herhold, along with her shiny red kitchen on wheels, is a regular participant at the Sylvania Farmers Market on Tuesdays and Sylvania’s monthly Red Bird Art Walk. Herhold’s new café will be located in the Davis Building at 116 10th Street. “I wanted to create a space to dine where the food is made with love and compassion, and I’m helping create a better world for all of us,” she explained. Passionate about her food lifestyle choices, Herhold is happy to give advice on becoming vegan. “I love when people are interested in a plant-based diet, and I love to encourage people to try it, even if it’s just one day a week,” she commented. A vegan for over six years, Herhold creates scratch-made vegan comfort food and offers gluten-free options from her food truck. “When we take the truck out, we do all the cooking on it. It’s a licensed commercial kitchen,” she said. Currently Herhold’s plant-based specialties include nachos covered with a cashew-based “cheese” sauce, crunch wraps, Hawaiian burgers topped with pineapple and a sweet teriyaki sauce, jackfruit sandwiches, loaded macaroni and cheese, Ruebens, salads, quiche, and tacos made with quinoa and served in corn tortillas. The café will have a similar but larger menu plus smoothies, juices, desserts and baked goods. The Leaf and Seed Café will be open for breakfast and lunch, dinner one Friday a
Susan Herhold is the owner and chef of The Leaf and Seed, a vegan food truck. She plans to open her café early this fall. month, and brunch on Saturdays. Parking is available next to the restaurant. Herhold is busy organizing and personalizing her new eatery and will be hiring staff soon. In addition to providing healthy food options in the greater Toledo area, another of Herhold’s goals is “to provide a safe haven for women to work, where they feel empowered and loved.”
Savor the flavors of summer with a fresh pasta dish
JosephÊs Beverage Center 4129 Talmadge Rd. Thursdays, 6 - 8 pm Enjoy a selection of wines for a nominal fee. josephswinestoretoledooh.com
Got foodie events? Email editor@yourgood.news Pasta with Heirloom Tomatoes and Basil The summer growing season has kicked into high gear, and vegetables are rolling off the farm trucks to be sold at area farmers markets. Take advantage of summer’s bounty and beat the heat with this cool pasta dish. Recipe makes 6 servings. 12 ounces cooked pasta such as fusilli, gemelli or farfalle, cooled 1 quart heirloom tomatoes, halved 6 ounces Ciliegine (fresh mozzarella balls), halved Fresh basil, thinly sliced
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Dressing 1 /2 cup extra virgin olive oil 1 /8 cup balsamic vinegar 1 tablespoon honey 1 /2 teaspoon salt 1 /4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper In a large bowl, combine pasta, tomatoes, mozzarella and basil. Set aside. For the dressing: In a small bowl, add oil, vinegar, honey, salt and pepper. Whisk together. Pour dressing over pasta mixture and toss to combine. Refrigerate for a few hours to allow the flavors to meld. (Recipe by Jennifer Ruple)
Sofo’s reopens with brighter, more open design
BY JENNIFER RUPLE
The Sofo family began a new chapter in its history of providing fine Italian foods with the grand reopening of its Italian Market on Thursday, Aug. 1. The 8,000 square foot store, located at 5400 Monroe Jennifer Ruple St., was closed on May 28 to undergo a major overhaul by Midwest Contracting Inc. “We did not expand the store, but we completely gutted and reconfigured it,” said Christopher Sofo, marketing manager at Sofo Foods. Upon entering the market’s atrium, customers are greeted by decorative elements such as black shutters and wainscoting. “We added details that are similar to what you’d see in Italy, trying to give you the feeling that you are walking into a piece of Italy,” said Sofo. The market has a fresh, modern feel with touches of old-world charm throughout. “The whole family played a role in the design of the new space. It was like decorating a home,” he added. The Sofo family entered into the retail
Deli Sofo explained that the increase of square footage of the deli counter will allow for more premium meat selections including sausages, more domestic products like turkeys and hams, and more imported deli meats such as mortadella. “We have 20 feet of cheese at the end of the counter.” Produce “We are working with Rocky Produce at the Detroit Produce Terminal to take our produce to another level,” said Sofo. “This will help us bring in more seasonal ingredients and you will find Italian produce such as mushrooms, zucchini, tomatoes, basil, garlic, peppers, eggplant and squash.” Bakery In the bakery, shoppers will find an array of breads, cookies, cakes, specialty desserts such as Limoncello Mascarpone cake, plus traditional Italian treats including tiramisu and walnut and chocolate chip cannoli. “We will be increasing our variety of cannoli and adding more flavors. We are also adding a gluten free section, including brownies,” said Sofo. business in 1949 when Antonio Sofo, his wife, Carmella, and their son, Joe, opened Antonio Sofo and Son on the 2300 block of Monroe Street in downtown Toledo. As the company grew, another move was necessary and Sofo’s was relocated to 3253 Monroe St., near Swayne Field. The store was moved to its current location in 1985 and underwent a substantial renovation in 2007. Several goals drove the need for the current renovation. “We wanted to create a unique shopping experience that was different than any other area store. Our new cases are sleeker and don’t take up as much space. They hold just as much food, or more, and we now have wider aisles,” explained Sofo. “We took out the clutter and removed products that did not sell well and are dialing in on products that people really like. We thought, let’s stick to things we do well, such as our deli and wine area. Let’s expand on that,” he remarked.
Advice from the Masters
To enhance the shopping experience at Sofo’s further, customers will have the opportunity to speak with experts in each of the store’s departments. “We have what we call masters of each category who can help customers,” said Sofo. “For example, we have masters of cheese, olive oil, produce, coffee, olives, wine, bakery and deli. We have a lot of brands people don’t recognize because they are imported and not offered at any other local store. They are all buyers for each department, and the people who work underneath them are on their way to that master position,” he explained.
Salad Bar The salad bar has been redone and incorporates several varieties of olives and fresh homemade salads and spreads including tortellini, chicken and potato
A mural on the wall is a new feature at the renovated Sofo’s Italian Market. The caption reads: Joe Sofo Sr. with his sister Connie (Sofo) Peer at the old market location on 3253 Monroe St. near Downtown Toledo. salads, meat with pasta salads and spreads for sandwiches and bruschetta. Frozen Foods All of Sofo’s frozen favorites are back including ravioli, tortellini, lasagna and meatballs. Plus, PanaPesca seafood products such as octopus, mussels and shrimp are available. Wine Department An entire aisle of wine includes domestic wines and increased offerings of imported wines from Spain, France, Germany, Italy and South America. Prepared Foods The prepared food area has everything needed to build your own pizzas, plus heat and eat pasta dishes and Stromboli. “We are adding an all-natural line of pizza toppings, and cauliflower and gluten free crust options,” offered Sofo. For more information about Sofo’s Italian Market, visit the company’s new website, shopsofos.com.
What’s in Store
Il Caffe Located in the market’s atrium is Il Caffe (the café) where customers can sit and enjoy coffee, gelato, bakery items, and hot or cold sandwiches from the deli. On the menu are Italian sausage sandwiches and a spicy signature sandwich that includes three Italian meats - soppressata, hot salami, prosciuttini - served on crusty Italian bread with roasted red pepper and Sofo’s signature sauce. The popular weekly wine tasting events will resume on Wednesday, Aug. 7 from 5 to 7 pm, and will also be held in the café.
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FARMERS
Jill Korczynski and her children Thaddeus, Alexander and Landon buy cookies from Libby Snow of Libby’s 17 Second Cookies.
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Gary Bueltel of Naples, Fla., learns about knife sharpening from Steve Colony of Great Lakes Sharpening.
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Jack Carls of Olde Tyme Kettle Korn hands over a bag of carmel corn to Megan and Charlie Mitchell.
The Pie Lady, Patt Morr, wraps up a peach pie for Bobbie Chapman.
Laurie Stansley tries a sample of a broccoli micro green with help from Jeff Cook.
Lisa Roehrig of Get Roehsted talks about the different roasts with Dan Brown.
MARKET
Chloe McNear shows her jewelry to Melissa Blanc who is visiting Sylvania from Santa Rosa, Calif.
Jane Berry of Posey Jane’s hands over a bouquet of sunflowers to Dominque Crier.
Barbara Eriksen learns about the value of goats’ milk products from Tom Kosek of Acorn Hill Farm.
Dave Turk of Turk Farms sells a pint of blueberries and a pint of cherries to a grinning Emma Snow.
Karla Rison buys watermelon from Debbie Stevens-Laux of Stevens Gardens.
Adam Lenhart of Innoscents shows Dianne Banlachewski some of the different soaps he has created.
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Local Fest Proceeds Helps Area Families
Downtown Sylvania Association board members Dani Fuller, Leah Lanius, Melan Forcht, Scott Stampflmeier, Connie Torrey, Nick Dallas and Mark Frye present a check for $1,000 to Sylvania Area Family Services board member Dave Puckett at the July 25 meeting. The funds are proceeds from Local Fest, sponsored by DSA on June 22 in the J&G and EdwardJones parking lot.
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Marilyn Machosky and Warren Wright help customers out the door and to their vehicles with their purchases.
Chris Diver keeps the clothing organized on all of the sales racks during the three-day rummage sale.
Volunteers Megan Miller, Dave and Kathy Happ, Nancy Kelly and Millie Page (not pictured) help people cash out as they buy their items at the Olivet Lutheran Church rummage sale held July 25 through 27.
Sale co-chairs Dan Kobe and Candy Sturtz are pleased that the sale raised over $9,000. ‘We are also happy that we are able to help families in the community buy needed items at affordable prices. Also, any items not sold are donated to local charities that benefit from the items,’ the chairs agreed.
Olivet Rummage Sale Benefits Community
ON WOMEN
Bonnie Brieschke, co-owner, Brieschke’s Bakery
BY LINDA SZYSKOWSKI CREATIVE OXYGEN
Looking back, Bonnie Brieschke sees getting into the bakery business as something that was meant to be. Now, 36 years later, Brieschke’s is somewhat of an icon in Sylvania thanks to all of the hard work and delicious baked goods made from scratch that they are known for. The message on the front window reads: “Life is short. Eat dessert first.” “That was my mom’s favorite saying,” Bonnie recalls fondly, “It’s my mantra too.” Bonnie grew up in West Toledo and graduated from Whitmer High School. She met her husband, Don, at Churchill’s where they both worked in the bakery while she was studying at The University of Toledo. The job helped pay tuition, but her focus was in the mental health field. Inspired by her grandmother who worked at Toledo State Hospital, she felt a strong need to help people struggling with these issues. During her college internship she worked at Connecting Point and State. Although she felt her strong connections with her patients really made a difference, the emotional drain became too much, so she returned to the bakery at Churchill’s—work she had grown to love. Now part of Churchill’s bakery management team, Bonnie and Don moved into an apartment here after they got married, and then purchased their first home on Erie Street, where they still live today and where they raised their three sons. When Mr. and Mrs. Seitz decided to sell their bakery on Main Street in 1984, the Brieschkes knew that buying it was the right thing for them. With their first baby just 6 months old, they dug in knowing rebuilding the business would be daunting. “The first 10 years were pretty rough,” Bonnie recalls. “We did anything and everything to get the word out, even putting flyers on parked cars! We were determined to make the new bakery a mini-Churchill’s. I hope we accomplished that.”
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Although the bakery is a huge job, Bonnie still finds time to be involved at St. Joe’s, her parish. “Sylvania is my bubble,” says Bonnie. “It has that down-home, small-town feel and people have been so kind through the years. One of the highlights of my life while owning the bakery was the coordinated response to the 911 tragedy with my sister, Denny Schaffer, and the community. We were able to send two full trucks to NYC with needed items. I’ll never forget that. I love the family business concept, too,” adds Bonnie. “It’s hard work and long hours, but it’s worth it. Our son Kyle has started working with us and has been helping with social media. That’s been amazing. We renovated a year and a half ago with the help of friends, and we want to paint the exterior and add new signage soon. We plan to continue baking in Sylvania for a very long time. It’s our town.” Sylvania AdVantage, in cooperation with Creative Oxygen, is proud to honor Bonnie Brieschke. It wouldn’t be Sylvania without her delicious contributions to our community.
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Sofo’s Grand Reopening Celebrated
Members of the Sylvania Area Chamber of Commerce Welcoming Committee Crystal Jordan, Jessica Lockhart, John Healey, Bill Sanford Michelle Sprott and Tiffany Scott, along with Joe and Mike Sofo, other Sofo family members, store manager Bob Huff, chef Frank Lazarro, staff members, friends and customers look on as Sylvania Town Crier Mike Lieber opens the ribbon cutting ceremony with an official ‘cry’ to celebrate the grand reopening of the long-time family business. The store, located at 5400 Monroe St., has been closed since May 28 for the renovations and was reopened on Aug. 1. See ‘Sizzle, Simmer, Sauté Sylvania’ on 11A for more.
Ribbon cut to celebrate Toledo Center for Eating Disorders
Members of the Sylvania Area Chamber of Commerce’s Welcoming Committee, Betty Bassett, Katie Cappellini, Bud Crosby, Kathy Crowther, Laura Dosch, John Healey, Crystal Jordan, Robin Mahle, Bill Sanford, Lyndsey Stough and Joe Szafarowicz join Michelle Sprott and Tiffany Scott of the Chamber, Sylvania Town Crier Michael Lieber and Sylvania Mayor Craig Stough as Odyssey Senior Health CEO Scott Kardenetz and Toledo Center for Eating Disorders Director Amos Taylor cut the ribbon. Staff members of the clinic and representatives from several community partnerships also participate in the ceremony. Recently, Odyssey Senior Health of Nashville, Tenn. acquired the River Centre Eating Clinic, 5465 Main St., a facility founded by David Garner, Ph.D., nearly 25 years ago. The clinic, which provides high quality, cost-effective specialized care for adults and adolescents with eating disorders, has been renamed The Toledo Center for Eating Disorders. State-of-the-art treatment is provided in the newly updated facility. The center is designed to provide an attractive and safe alternative to hospital or hospital-based programs. The living facility has been expanded to include 19 rooms for in-patient stays. The center offers specialized treatment for those with disorders including anorexia nervosa, bulimia, binge eating disorder, compulsive exercise, body dysmorphia, purging disorder, avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder and others. Co-occurring mental health disorders such as trauma, depression, anxiety, and obsessive compulsive disorder are also accommodated. Amos Taylor serves as the executive director and Meggan Desmond is the clinical director.
SAJRD bond refinancing will save taxpayers money
The Sylvania Area Joint Recreation District recently concluded the refinancing of an earlier bond issue, which will result in a total savings of $764,000 for the Recreation District taxpayers over the next 10 years. The refinanced bonds were sold at a rate of 2.20 percent to Chase Bank. The proceeds of the bonds, originally sold in 2008, were used to renovate Centennial Terrace, make numerous improvements and additions to Pacesetter Park and to acquire the Tam-O Shanter complex from the city of Sylvania. While the savings cannot be used for current SAJRD operations or capital improvements, the lower debt service payments will be passed through to residential and commercial property owners by reducing the millage rate assessed on property values within SAJRD’s boundaries.
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Tolson Enterprises to relocate headquarters to AAA building
Tolson Enterprises Inc., a real estate firm based in Sylvania Township, is investing over $3 million in the former AAA building, 7150 West Central Ave. Upon completion of the renovations, the firm will occupy part of the space for its new Toledo-based headquarters. The new property will provide more space to accommodate Tolson’s projected growth over the next five to seven years. Tolson purchased the building in late fall of 2018. A national brokerage and wealth management firm has signed a lease for the first floor. President of the firm, Steven Speranza, explained, “Tolson Enterprises has risen to the 105th largest real estate firm in the United States according to Forbes 2018 real estate publication. We currently own over 90 properties and several more are under contract to add yet this year. As we have grown, the need for space has been difficult to gauge. Over time, offices are expanded by need to solve the issue of the day and proper planning and strategy wasn’t always part of that equation. We wanted to start with a clean slate in order to provide a great modern space for our existing associates and also have space for Lock It Up, which has 17 self-storage facilities under ownership and management, to be near our offices. This will allow better communication and synergy in all aspects of what we do in the business. We have decades of leasing, property management, development-construction and accounting experience in total and wanted to leverage that experience as best possible.” He continued, “We are embracing a new era for Tolson and as we grow we want to attract the best and brightest talent in the market. We feel the new offices are a part of that growth plan. We own properties in Ohio, Michigan, Kentucky and Indiana, some over seven hours away, and these offices are the support and management for all of the assets. We simply outgrew the current offices, less than a mile away at 6591 Central Ave. It was time and the AAA building fits the image for the future plans of Tolson.” The new offices are being designed by
Pontia Architecture and built by numerous local sub-contractors, headed by general contractor Van Tassel Construction. Office interiors were developed by Decorative Commercial Surfaces. “It will be quite a transformation in style, design and finishes. The Tolson offices will be comprised of 12,000 square feet and work is almost half finished. We anticipate an early fall delivery of the new offices for our relocation, along with the first floor to our tenant,” said Speranza, without naming the tenant. “I wouldn’t want to steal their thunder. They have some super exciting things being planned for announcing their move also.” Outside patio elements and lighting as well as new signage along Central Avenue and a marquee sign on the structure are also part of the plans. Tolson was established in 1991 by Harvey Tolson with just a handful of properties and a few staff members. Steady and calculated growth with conservative principals afforded a growth pattern that Tolson is still enjoying today. Tolson started in the commercial real estate business as an ancillary to his dental laboratory business on Monroe Street. Tolson then moved the offices to Holland-Sylvania Road next to Barry Bagels when he purchased the entire plaza. The staff was later relocated to the current location at 6591 West Central Ave. where Tolson, now a full time real estate firm (having sold the dental laboratory), was able to assemble floor space along the way to accommodate the company’s growth. Having a private real estate firm of this size that is locally owned and managed is beneficial to the community. The Tolson family is and has been involved in many philanthropic endeavors including ProMedica and Lourdes University to name a few. “We want the theme of give back to Toledo to be a part of the future of the company, which has always operated on strict business principals of fairness, trust, honesty and generosity. We are excited to continue to grow at a steady and calculated pace,” said Speranza.
Habitec Security advanced in two categories rated by Security Distributing & Marketing. Habitec went from 96 to 84 on the SDM Top Systems Integrators Report. The report ranks security integrators by their systems integration revenue, which includes design, project management, products, installation, and programming sold directly to an end-user customer or through a contractor. Habitec also advanced on the SDM Magazine Top 100 list from 53 to 52 and
remains the top privately held security company in Ohio. “For over 50 years Habitec has been providing superior protection. We are honored to be ranked on these prestigious industry lists, as we know it is a direct result of our commitment to our home and business customers. Our highly trained, professional team focuses on our customers and building customized security solutions with best-in-class products and services,” said John Smythe, president and CEO of Habitec Security.
Habitec Security advances in SDM rankings
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Fundraising event planned for MemoryLane Care Services
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Day Center participants enjoy hearing speakers, playing games and joining in activities throughout the day. A unique event is planned to raise funds for MemoryLane Care Services. On Sept. 7, participants will have the opportunity to tour Toledo Spirits at 1301 N. Summit St., in downtown Toledo, where they will also be able to enjoy a tasting of the local distillery’s awardwinning spirits. Organizers are promising a fun-filled evening of locally distilled spirits and a heavy grazing menu of foods prepared by Ida’s Catering. Entertainment is also planned for the evening. Guests who are 21 years of age or older are invited to participate by purchasing tickets for $75 with proceeds benefiting MemoryLane Care Services. “This is one of the first fund raising events we have held,” noted MemoryLane Executive Director, Salli Bollin. “We rely on partial funding from private donors along with support from the Area Office on Aging, the Lucas County Senior Services Levy, Monroe Michigan Commission on Aging and Monroe County Senior Millage, helping us to offer our services to the community,” she reported. MemoryLane Care Services has been in operation since July 2016 but its adult day program services have been offered in the community for over 20 years. Located at 2500 N. Reynolds Rd., its mission is to provide respite and supportive services to family caregivers of persons who have Alzheimer’s disease or dementia. Day Center participants enjoy a morning and afternoon snack along with lunch. Daily activities include arts and crafts, games, exercise programs, Tai Chi and much more. Seasonal parties celebrate holidays. Visiting guests provide entertainment and are highlighted by regulars such as music therapist David Putano and the Sylvania Senior Center's Joe LaConey Band. “No day here is ever the same,” Bollin said. “But we know we add meaning and fun to people’s lives.” Transportation services to and from the center are also available. “While our primary focus is on our day center, we do offer programs to support family caregivers in conjunction with the Caregiver Support Program of the Area Office on Aging,” she explained. “We are expanding our services to include dementia coaching for caregivers. We are also focusing on our outreach programs and developing more partnerships with other
organizations such as Josina Lott, who face similar issues as we do,” she noted. “The center provides a safe place for adults to be and offers caregiving family members a respite or allows them to remain employed. The center also provides the person who attends the center the opportunity for socialization and engagement and a place to do meaningful activities,” noted Social Worker Cheryl Conley. “We all need a place where we are accepted for who we are and to be with people who understand what we need.” A longtime participant of the center feels that everyone at the center works very hard to make her and the others feel welcome.. “Everyone here is so nice,” she said. ”They take good care of us and help us do fun things. They also make sure that everything we make is put up on display for everyone to see. I come here every day. And coming here gets me going. This is a nice place,” she added. Not only do several staff members claim multiple years working at the center, some participants also have been coming to the day center for a long time. Attendance averages between 30 to 35 individuals during center hours of 7:30 am to 5:30 pm Monday through Friday. “People may start off coming one or two days a week but often that time frame moves to daily participation, once a person is here a few times,” Conley reported. The admission cost is on a sliding scale based on a family’s ability to pay. Assistance may be available for those who qualify for Ohio’s PASSPORT or MyCare Ohio program or those who are eligible for benefits from the Veterans Affairs.
Toledo Spirits
Toledo Spirits is a distillery in downtown Toledo founded in 2013. Last year, as its brands matured, the founders began a large-scale upgrade of their production facility, paving the way for them to extend the cocktail experience from the stills to their new cocktail bar, Bellwether. For more information about services provided by MemoryLane or the event at Toledo Spirits, contact MemoryLane Care Services at 419-720-4940 or visit memorylanecareservices.org.
Victory Center Hosts Ice Cream Social
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Service/Therapy Dog Graduation Held
Sheila Oster meets her assistance dog, Rawling, with Robin Agen-Blausey during the Ability Center’s graduation celebration for the 12 dogs completing the Assistance Dogs for Achieving Independence (ADAI) training program on July 18 at Parkway Place. The mission of the program is to help individuals with disabilities achieve greater independence by training and placing service and therapy dogs to assist with the individual’s daily needs. ADAI trains service dogs to support people with mobility disabilities by picking up dropped items, opening doors and carrying items. Therapy dogs are also trained by the organization to offer support and companionship to children and adults with developmental disabilities. Dogs are also matched with area school districts. The program serves people with a variety of disabilities such as spina bifida, cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, post-polio syndrome, muscular dystrophy, autism, and other congenital birth defects. –by Mary Helen Darah
Georgia Boulder, MJ Moseley, Sharon Dapkus and Sister Joan Jurski enjoy their ice cream sundaes at The Victory Center’s Ice Cream Social on July 29.
Mia Paulinho takes a bite of ice cream under the watchful eye of Victory Center Events Coordinator Penny McCloskey, Lori Knous, Tina and Andy Cline.
Volunteers Dennis and Joan Tobias serve ice cream sundaes and root beer floats to cancer survivors and their guests.
Donovan McClellan enjoys an ice cream treat with his grandmother Cheryl McClellan.
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Meal Served by ProMedica Staff
L-R: Team members Paul Beauch, Michelle Hale, Trina Kern and Matthew Krawetzke of ProMedica Flower Hospital serve a community meal at Sylvania Area Family Services on July 18. —by Mary Helen Darah
Church Choir is Mud Hens Warm Up Dressed in baseball attire, choir members from Epworth United Methodist Church prepare to sing the National Anthem before the Toledo Mud Hens game on July 21 at Fifth Third Field. Over 60 members of the congregation attended the game to show their support.
Sylvania AdVantage CPR Course Held
L-R: Sylvania Rotarian Larry Bloom, cardiac arrest survivor and CPR instructor Chuck Small and Jim Irmen of Marshall and Melhorn, learn the simple yet effective technique of CPR at a class sponsored by the Sylvania AdVantage. The full class of participants was held at Sylvania Area Family Services on July 18. Due to demand, the Sylvania AdVantage is sponsoring an additional class to be held on Aug.13 from 6 to 9 pm at Sylvania Area Family Services. Call 419-882-8415 to register. A $10 donation, canned food items or hygiene items to support SAFS is suggested. —by Mary Helen Darah
Community Picnic is Fun for All
—by Mary Helen Darah
Andrea Ludema and her daughter Sydney enjoy the picnic at Sylvania community Church.
The Rev. Donald Smith makes sure the cookie tray is full.
Terri and Mike Herrmann have fun deciding which delicious picnic item to choose.
Jon Card and his daughter Alena get help from Phyllis Flores at the food table.
‘Green Book’ discussion at Toledo Museum of Art
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Journalist Alvin Hall and photographer Jonathan Calm will discuss their 2016 BBC Radio 4 documentary project, “The Green Book,” at the Toledo Museum of Art Thursday, Sept. 5 at 6 pm in the Peristyle. The event is free to the public. Published annually between 1936 and 1967, The Negro Motorist Green Book helped black travelers find safe and welcoming businesses during an era of virulent racism and segregation. Inspired by this guide, Hall and Calm undertook a road trip from Tallahassee, Fla. to Ferguson, Mo., recording in both photographs and sounds the histories and experiences of black Americans as they
navigated the cultural, political, and physical landscape of the American South. Calm continues to make work related to this project. Several of his photographs documenting Green Book sites are included in the special exhibition, Life Is a Highway: Art and American Car Culture, which is on view at TMA through Sunday, Sept. 15. “Many may have seen the Oscar-winning movie but we are fortunate to have Alvin Hall and Jonathan Calm in-person to share the stories they documented from those who used the Green Book as a guide when they traveled,” said Scott Boberg, TMA’s manager of programming.
New Director
Stephen Rothschild, Esq., was named executive director of the Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo. Rothschild has been a member of the Jewish community for over 50 years and has held many key leadership positions in the Federation and Jewish community. He served as president of the Toledo Board of Jewish Education; board member of the Toledo Jewish Community Foundation; and president, board member, campaign chair and Israel Mission chair of the Federation. Rothschild also has served as president of Congregation B’Nai Israel. He will lead the Federation after having a distinguished 30-plus year career as an attorney at Shumaker, Loop, and Kendrick, LLP. In addition, Rothschild has been a leader in the Sylvania community, serving on Sylvania Schools Board of Education and as a board member of the Sylvania Recreation Corporation and the Sylvania Area Joint Recreation District.
Teaching Award Ramadevi Kannan, assistant professor of accounting at Owens Community College, has been named a regional recipient of the 2019 Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs Teaching Excellence Award. The ACBSP recognizes individuals each year who exemplify teaching excellence in the classroom. Professor Kannan was honored, along with other regional recipients, at the 2019 ACBSP Conference in Houston, Texas in June. She received a crystal medallion and a $250 check. In addition, Kannan was selected from all regional award winners as the recipient of the ACBSP International Teaching Excellence Award for 2019, which was not announced until the awards ceremony at the conference. She was presented with an engraved crystal award and a check for $500 for that additional award.
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Award winning pizza, beer, ice cream, music,
Judges Nick Lisowski, the designated eater for Sylvania Township Fire Chief Mike Ramm, Sylvania Police Chief Rick Schoor, Skip Nearhood, Denny Seifert and Tara Mulligan diligently sample pizza to determine the winning entries. Other judges not pictured include Dane Sanzenbacher, Chrys Peterson, Tricia Cullop, Brandon Fields, Chris Morris, Dan Jones, Chris Proctor and Wendy Radwanski.
Coralie Moore and her mother, Samantha, cool off under the mister.
London Parson chooses a lucky duck in the Over the Rainbow area with help from Jill Hartman.
Tony Hartman helps his son Harry with his pizza slice.
Kristin O’Donnell and Jaimie Thor come prepared for the sunny weather.
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Marsha and Bert Langenderfer enjoy a sweet treat after their pizza.
fun games, cooling stations, more entertain guests
Lindsey and Jordan Kosinski and their daughter Isabella are enjoying the many pizza samplings at Pizza Palooza!
Sylvania Township Firefighter/EMS Brian Lisowski chats with Fire Chief Mike Ramm.
John and Kim Kaczmarek and their son Theo find a grassy area to eat their pizza.
Marcy and Jeff Boersma take time out to enjoy a slice of pizza after the judging was completed.
Sandy Jones, Denise Monaghan and Marcia Pisanti are all smiles after their pizza slices.
Hellal Joseph and Iman Mahmoud of Bambino’s get a slice for customer Alex Barrett.
The Maleks, Jerry, Ben, Nathan and Amy spend time together at the event.
Fred LeFebvre and Jeff Clegg discuss the merits of pizza at the event.
Casey and Sarah Nowicki and Don Miller are ready to collect the voters’ ballots.
Jackie Tussing and Lyndsey Stough keep cool during the hot evening.
Trevor Meronk has fun with a whirligig at the 2019 Pizza Palooza.
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Car wash raises funds for camp experience
L-R: Caleb Harris, Dustin Bartlett, Susie Chandler, Gabriel Mendoza, and Kayh Ransom enjoy some sudsy fun at the SAFS Summer Camp Kids Car Wash, held July 18.
SAFS camper Kaydence Sieler enjoys the day of soapy fun that raised funds for a special camp experience.
The campers are thrilled to wash the Sylvania Police vehicle of Sgt. Stacey Pack, whose siren announced her arrival at Sylvania Area Family Services.
Lyndsey Stough not only receives a very thorough car wash from the campers but bought some lemonade and treats as well. —by Mary Helen Darah
Anchor Church members work to improve community on the national day of service
L-R: Gary Bunn, Jamie Taylor, Brent Blake, Seth Crowe, Ashton Crowe, Kevin Hamm and Cristina Cote, members of Anchor Church, spend a day of making an impact for Sylvania at their first stop at Sylvania Area Family Services as part of the national Service Day 2019.
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L-R: Abby Collier, John Kreuz IV, Jackson Vincent, Meagan Lewandowski, Elizabeth Rice, Bennett Vincent, Kriston Vincent and Beau Vincent, members of Anchor Church in Sylvania, paint a fence at The Olander Park System on July 13, as part of a national day of service. —by Mary Helen Darah
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YOUR HOMETOWN GOOD NEWS PAPER
August 6 - 19, 2019 • Vol. 23, No. 8 • yourgood.news
Denise Fulop purchases white corn from Tracy Stevens. ‘This has been a rough year for all of us. Please support your local farmers! As for us, we have lost between 25 to 75 percent of the crops we’ve planted and there were several things we couldn’t plant,’ offers Tracy Stevens of Stevens Farm.
Dave Turk oversees the vegetables he is selling at Sylvania’s Farmers Market. ‘This has been a strange year and I’ve had to be innovative to find produce that I can take to market,’ notes Dave Turk who raises livestock for Turk Farms but brings produce from those who do not want to or are unable to bring their products to markets.
Donna Farnsel assists Cindy Walker with a purchase of tomatoes. ‘Our vegetables, especially tomatoes are slow ... about two weeks late. But they are coming!’ promises Donna Farnsel of Farnsel Farms.
Here come the veggies...
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Officer stresses importance of bus safety BY MARY HELEN DARAH
The start of the new school year is upon us and Sgt. Stacey Pack of the Sylvania Police Department is reminding community members of the importance of school bus safety. “There are some important things we want to keep in mind to keep kids safe,” stated Sgt. Pack. “The first pertains to drivers. Knowing when to stop for a bus is of the utmost importance.” Sgt. Pack said the most vital thing to remember as a driver is upon meeting or overtaking (from either direction) a stopped bus that is receiving or discharging students the driver must stop at least ten feet from the front or rear of the school bus. Drivers must not proceed until the school bus resumes motion or they are signaled to proceed by the school bus driver. “Please note that where a highway has been divided into four or more traffic lanes, a driver does not need to stop for a school bus that is approaching from the opposite direction,” said Sgt. Pack.
Drivers also need to watch out for children while driving through neighborhoods and school zones, especially in areas that do not have sidewalks. “Another simple but effective thing you can do to keep children safe is to slow down,” said Sgt. Pack. “Also, with all the literature that is available online concerning bus safety, I’m surprised they do not stress the importance for kids not to be looking down at their cell phones. Motorists should also not be distracted while driving.” Students play a role in bus safety as well. “Riding the school bus is the safest way for kids to get to and from school. That being said, the time your child is most at risk is when they are approaching or leaving the bus,” Sgt. Pack stated. “Kids should not get on the bus until the driver instructs them to do so. Tell your kids to ask the driver for help if they drop something while getting on or off the bus. Also, have them look around for cars before walking away or crossing the street.” Pack also suggests not having your child wait alone at the bus stop, using handrails
Brookview Dental makes an impression on student athletes
Sgt. Stacey Pack when entering or exiting the bus and above all, never run after the bus if they miss it. The officer believes by following safety guidelines, we can keep our kids safe. She said, “The Sylvania Police Division asks drivers to put down their cell phones and be diligent about bus safety and pedestrian traffic to keep kids safe during the school year ahead.”
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(419) 824-0737 • littlemiraclesmontessorischool.com Southview athletes Luke Kaufman and Elijah Bina grab lunch from the Saucy Sandwich food truck after getting impressions made for mouth guards at Brookview Dental.
Ben Wamsher talks with Dana Imbrock who is about to take an impression of his mouth for the mouthguard that will be made.
Faye Stone and Lisa DeArmond make casts in the lab for mouthguards from the impressions that are taken in the office.
Dylan Moores works with Lanee Tillman to complete the impression for his mouthguard.
Dr. Brad Baraclaugh takes an impression of Southview athlete Robbie McKinnon.
Dr. Tara Bingle and Jordan Hafner take impressions of Southview athlete Charles Michael.
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Local pickleball ambassador plays internationally BY MARY HELEN DARAH
Betsy Kenniston won a silver medal in the 60+ 4.0, 4.5, 5.0 women’s doubles, and a gold medal in the 60+ 4.0, 4.5 mixed doubles in the German Open.
Betsy Kenniston has been playing pickleball for about seven years. “I started with the Toledo Pickleball Club in Rossford and I am now a Pickleball USA Ambassador,” stated Kenniston. Recently, Kenniston, who can be frequently seen playing with and supporting the Sylvania Pickleball Club, returned from Europe after competing in an international tournament. “It is not a qualifying tournament,” she explained. “When people find out I went overseas to play they are very impressed. I quickly tell them that you don’t have to be good to play in Europe, you just have to be willing to go.” Pickleball has a strong following in the United States but the sport is beginning to gain popularity in other countries. “There were close to 300 participants from 24 countries,” recalled Kenniston. “It was my seventh international tournament and my first trip to Germany. We had time to practice and the tournament lasted three days. The remaining time was spent doing some touring in the middle Rhine Valley. I visited Cologne and then went all the way down to Frankfort with someone I met from England while playing in a previous international tournament. It is interesting. I have played in so many of the tournaments, that I know more Europeans than Americans. Europeans go to many of the
tournaments because the distance they need to travel is not as great. The most rewarding thing about participating in the tournament is catching up with friends you have met along the way. The medal is not why I go. I go to reconnect with my international pickleball family.” Kenniston is trying to get players from the local clubs to attend next year. “I will be going to the English Open in Nottingham next,” she said. “Pickleball is a very social sport and the majority of players are older. We are thrilled to be playing a sport at our age. I had never played tennis or paddle sports. I gave up my softball mitt and thought that would be it. It is also starting to get popular with younger players. Sylvania has a kids night for example.” Every year at the tournament Kenniston is excited to see how much the European players have improved. “Their skill level is going up,” she stated. “This Bainbridge Cup was the World vs. Europe. Originally, it was North America vs. Europe but 15 players were from India and Singapore. Team World won this year but by a very small margin. It wouldn’t surprise me if Team Europe takes the cup for the first time next year. I’m looking forward to returning. Lasting friendships are made, there is pickleball to be played and everyone is so welcoming. I highly recommend checking out Sylvania’s local club and playing internationally. It is an incredible experience.”
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Members of the International Horseshoe board, Misty and Danny Neff and Shannon Sullivan, check over scores as players finish their rounds.
Anissa Jacobs and Georgia Student look on as Cameron Hall flips burgers for the Saturday crowd of participants.
Moose International Sports & Activities Coordinator Gordie Dailey, Ohio State Moose Association President, Brian Chew, and Sylvania Moose Lodge Governor Greg Muter talk about the tournament before play begins.
International Horseshoe Tournament Director Marsha Warringon introduces the board before the tournament gets underway. Dave Sullivan and Shannon Sullivan of Sylvania, Jim Pierce, Danny Neff, Misty Neff and Larry Pierce of Groveport, Ohio along with the Moose International Sports & Activities Coordinator Gordie Dailey, Ohio State Moose Association President Brian Chew and Sylvania Moose Lodge Governor Greg Muter.
Runners participate in the Race in Two States
Cheryl Walter, Natalie Walter, Claire Minniear and Angie Wast Minniear celebrate at the finish line of the Race in Two States 5K-8K.
Alan Davis is excited to cross the finish line at the annual Ohio/Michigan 5K-8K, held July 11 at Centennial Terrace.
L-R: Kylie Gawrych, Lillian Stichler, Emily Babich, Taylor Turkopp, Rachel Machesky, Lillian Kish, and Brittany Vollmar, members of the University of Toledo Dance Team, volunteer.
Liz Hicks and Nicole Mattel are ready to relax and have fun at the event that also celebrates the 46th anniversary of Dave’s Running Shop.
DeAnna Zywocki and Erinne Conley, volunteers at the event, cheer on runners and distribute food and refreshments to participants.
Heather Poddany, Maddie Dykema, and Caris Dykema enjoy the race that included a live band, swimming in the quarry and a kids run.
Joe McKown wears his favorite border colors in hopes of friendly bragging rights at the end of the evening.
Laura Pierce, the first place female finisher of the 5K race, celebrates a great run at Race in Two States. –by Mary Helen Darah
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JANIS WE B E R
THE MOUSE TRAP Laptop Maintenance
When you buy a laptop, you do so with the intent to use it over a long stretch of time. Unlike phones, which tend to be upgraded Janis Weber every couple of years, some folks go years without swapping computers. And why would you, anyway? As the saying goes: “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” Well, owning a laptop is a lot like owning a car. With proper maintenance, gentle use and regular care, your equipment will last for years to come. Ignoring important factors like cleaning and manufacturer updates, however, can result in a bogged-down machine that’s frustrating to work with. If you want to get as many years as possible out of your beloved laptop, you’ll want to follow these essential maintenance tasks every month. Not only will these tips help you extend the life of your computer, but they also apply to every brand of laptop out there. Whether you use your computer for work or just leisure, you probably have a number of files floating around that you aren’t using anymore. Your hard drive should have room to flex. Aim to keep 25 percent of it empty. It is like going to the all you can eat buffet. Be prepared for unexpected large downloads and just room to locate files. This can be anything from old photos you’ve already uploaded to a cloud, music tracks you’re no
longer interested in, or leftover installer files left to rot in your downloads folder. Cleaning these files up will free up valuable space on your hard drive and help free up memory so your computer runs faster. Clear your browser’s cache and cookies once a month. This is an essential part of keeping your computer (and web browser) speedy and safe. Even browsing the internet normally will result in a large number of cookies occupying your browser files, so taking the time to remove them can work wonders. In the Chrome window, click on the three-dot symbol in the upper right corner of the browser. Then, click Settings and scroll to the bottom of the that appears. Then, click page on Advanced to expand the menu. Scroll a bit further down until you see Clear Browsing Data. Click this, and you’ll be able to delete your cookies, cache and even browsing history. Use something like a glass cleaner to keep debris and fingerprints off your equipment. First moisten a lint-free cloth with the liquid cleaner then wipe down the screen, mouse and keyboard. You can turn over the keyboard to tap out those potato chip crumbs. Turn off the computer before cleaning the keyboard. There are too many mistakes you can make by allowing the keyboard to potentially take commands while you are touching the keys. Just like the keyboard, the ports of your computer are likely to get clogged with dust and debris after years of use. Use compressed canned air to spray into each port and opening of your computer. Update your software and firmware. This is one of the single most important things
you can do for the longevity and security of your system. To update on Windows 10, simply click the Windows icon in the bottom left corner of the desktop, click Settings and click Update & Security. In this menu, you’ll see the latest updates and patches available for your system. On Mac, simply open the App Store app and click Updates from the sidebar on the left. This will display any available updates that your Mac is capable of downloading. Keep your system current with updates, and you'll notice a lot less trouble with your system over time.
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American Legion Hosts Blood Drive
‘City’ Rick Glanzman gives the precious gift of blood at the Sylvania American Legion Post #468 blood drive held July 18.
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Sylvania Business Shout-Outs
Patti Blauvelt Erdmann was one of 64 donors. Each blood donation will aid three people. –by Mary Helen Darah
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CRAIG STOUGH MAYOR’S MESSAGE
Planning for the Future
The city of Sylvania had a busy City Council Meeting on July 15, setting the course for several road improvement projects over the next five to seven years. Craig Stough All of the projects are needed to meet the 36,000 and growing number of vehicles in the Monroe Street and US 23 area every day. The city needs to leverage its local funds with state funding to make the projects financially feasible.
Alexis Road Safety Improvement Project
Over the last few years, the city has worked with ODOT to improve traffic safety on Alexis Road east of Monroe Street. This area has many accidents due to left turns into and out of businesses, particularly the fast food restaurants. The typical ODOT response has been to build center medians to prohibit those turns, as was done by ODOT on Central Avenue at Holland-Sylvania Road. Working with ODOT and an engineering consultant, a plan for improvements has been developed to
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TOWNSHIP TOPICS Firefighters praised
Although police and fire forces often have a sense of friendly competition, that was not what was expressed at a recent meeting of Sylvania Township trustees when Police Chief Paul Long turned to Fire Chief Mike Ramm and voiced all-out praise for what he witnessed at a neighboring house recently. A fire alarm had come in just before midnight July 3 and the commotion awoke Chief Long, who went outside to find flames and heavy smoke coming primarily from the attached garage area of his neighbors house. Long said during initial firefighting procedures it became known that his elderly neighbor was in the house. Two firefighters entered the house. “I don’t know how they got him out. It was unbelievable,” Long said. Chief Ramm later explained that Lt. Steve Kahan and firefighter Tyler Bellman had a sense of the layout of the home and the victim’s wife had said he was likely in the bedroom. “They were able to go straight up the stairs to the second floor and when they got there they turned to the right and went to that bedroom,” he said. Had they gone to the first room to the left there might not have been time to continue the search. The Chief put his hand about a foot in front of his face and explained, “They wouldn’t have been able to see their hands. The smoke was that thick.” Ramm said the man was found on his bed and the firefighters were able to get him out. They were met by rescue squad members Kirk Wolfe and Joseph Fritz who began medical procedures and then transported him to the hospital. There are procedures firefighters use to search while also keeping a method of escape if they must retreat. Adding to the danger of this incident, Chief Ramm noted that the flames were still roiling in the garage directly under the bedroom, increasing the potential of the floor caving in. The scene left Police Chief Long with admiration for the actions of the fire personnel. Because of the amount of flames and heavy smoke he added, “If you get turned around in there, you don’t come out alive.”
improve safety while avoiding center medians. A program of traffic signal improvements and improvements at the Alexis Road/Acres Road intersection has been approved by ODOT and is ready for bidding. The total project budget is $569,800 with the city’s share $148,148. The project will be bid later this year with construction planned to start in April 2020.
Monroe Street and Harroun Road Intersection Improvements
The state of Ohio has identified this busy intersection in Sylvania as one of the top six in the area for vehicle crashes. Because of the amount of traffic funneling onto the bridge over US 23 during rush hours and Flower Hospital shift changes, any accidents there cause considerable traffic delays and disruption. The number of vehicles continues to grow every year. ODOT plans to properly realign Harroun Road with the Toledo Memorial Park main entrance and extend the west bound Monroe Street left turn lanes to Harroun Road by eliminating left turns into and out of Toledo Memorial Park's east entrance drive. This ODOT project will improve safety and traffic flow, but will unfortunately restrict vehicular movements via Toledo Memorial Park's east drive and Kroger's Harroun Road driveway to right-in, right-out only, changes that have been studied and recommended by the traffic experts, but are not being made lightly. The project is estimated Chief Ramm said, “We have a saying, 'Risk nothing to save nothing. Risk a lot to save a lot.' We’re here to protect life and property, and life is a lot.” He added, “They went way over and above to save the man's life.” He stressed that it’s situations like this, which demonstrate the payoff for training. “We go over and over procedures. Sometimes they are things we hope we never use, but enough training can help make some of the methods automatic.” Unfortunately, the victim died days later in the hospital. Chief Long said that police officers are not strangers to danger, but if there’s a bad guy with a gun, “I can shoot him, but flames...?” he said shaking his head. He added that his home and the house on the other side of the one on fire were saved from damage. Chief Ramm said it’s his belief that the heroic actions by the two firefighters who went into the burning house would have been taken by any Sylvania Township firefighter placed in the same situation and he is very proud of his profession.
Permit
The Lucas County Plan Commission has recommended approval of a conditional use permit at the Jewish Community Center for operating a preschool on the campus. The center asked for the permit to insure it would be in compliance with zoning regulations. The commission staff noted that the site, 6505 West Sylvania Ave., was previously used for a childcare program of the YMCA. The center intends to purchase what is known as the “childcare wing” and use the 9,000 sq.ft. space for office use, daycare services and a pre-school curriculum. A total of about 45 children are expected to be in one or another of the programs. The commission staff noted that the projected use will be similar to what the YMCA offered, but the JCC wanted to make sure the entire use, including preschool services, had a conditional use permit on file before finalizing its plans. The approval recommendation was unanimous. The request will next go to the Sylvania Township board of zoning appeals.
to cost $1.8 million with the city responsible for 10 percent of the cost. City Council authorized the hiring of DGL Engineering to prepare the construction plans for bidding this project.
Service Department for undertaking and envisioning how to accomplish these needed road improvement projects.
Preliminary plans have already been developed and publicly presented for this vital interchange upgrade and modernization needed for future safe and efficient traffic movement in Sylvania. The cost is estimated at a staggering $28 million, far beyond the city’s financial resources. Working with ODOT and TMACOG, the city’s service department has developed a proposed compilation of six grant fund opportunities to limit the city’s expense to 10 percent or $2.8 million of the total. The next step is to begin the timely application for those funds. City Council authorized the first three of these applications on July 15 to the Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP), the Surface Transportation Block Grant (STBG) Program and Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality (CMAQ) Program. CMAQ is the same program from where funds have been awarded to improve the Monroe Street and Silica Intersection in 2023. The success of these applications will lead to more grant programs, with possible construction in 2025. If successful, the ODOT bridge deck replacement for Monroe Street over US 23 scheduled for 2021 will be delayed and become a part of the overall interchange improvements. My sincere thanks to TMACOG and ODOT for their cooperation on these challenging projects. And particularly to the creativity and hard work of the Sylvania
On the evening of July 24, 2019 at approximately 9:35 pm, a motorcycle struck a power pole just down from my home. I responded to the scene along with Chief Ramm. His son lives next to me and that day graduated from NYS Police Academy. Our local EMS and fire units responded very quickly also. Mike assisted in treating the man until he was transported to the hospital. I also had been in the EMS field for 34 years. Unfortunately the young man did not survive. I would like to thank you and your city for having such a caring chief, who is “always on duty.” He is very proud of his profession. Thank you Chief Ramm, and thank you Sylvania for the work he does! Respectfully, Steven Jarvis, mayor Alexandria Bay N.Y.
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Letter to the Editor
Response from Sylvania Mayor Craig Stough Dear Mayor Jarvis, Thank you for your report. Sylvania is indeed fortunate to have Michael Ramm serving as fire chief. His father also served Sylvania in the fire department and now his son will serve the public in the state of New York. You are correct, he and his family are always on duty! Best wishes, Craig A. Stough, mayor City of Sylvania
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Sylvania–Then and Now BY GAYLEEN GINDY LOOKING BACK
Moving further west on Erie Street, along the north side of the street, our next house was built in 1902 and it would be 116 years old this year. The question is, are parts of this home older? According to an article written in the Dec. 8, 1932 issue of the Sylvania Sentinel about the history of the Sylvania Savings Bank, the home of Dr. Thomas Cosgrove used to sit on the southeast corner of Main Street and Maplewood Avenue. After the bank purchased that property, a portion of the Cosgrove home was moved to north Main Street, and another portion of the house was moved to Erie Street next to the railroad tracks. If that is true then parts of this house could be as old as 1865. I have never seen a photo of Dr. Cosgrove’s house when it was on that corner, so there is nothing to compare. The following is the list of owners of this house over the years: 1885 – Albert Carl 1903 – Lester D. and L. Louisa Bills 1917 – Edwin G. Howard 1919 – William B. and Monia M. Callahan 1919 – Wade G. and Alice M. Woodward 1920 – Fred and Alta M. Miller 1921 – Oscar W. and Ina M. McCulley 1923 – Sylvania Investment Co. 1923 – Carl W. and Esther M. Auer 1926 – Ivo J. Flory 1931 – Joseph A. Eger 1937 – Ivo J. Flory 1937 – Charles D. Rush, Trustee 1941 – Ariel Edinger 2001 – Heather L. Collins/Heather L. Widman 2012 – John M. Widman
2018 – Jason N. Hatzdakis Albert Carl subdivided this entire triangle corner at Main and Erie streets in the early 1900s. His subdivision spanned to the railroad tracks. Our subject property became Lot No. 6 in Carl’s Addition. Carl was living in Sylvania at the 1900 census and was listed as a blacksmith. The first to purchase the house were the Bills family in 1903. Mr. Bills worked for the railroads as an inspector, and records show that he owned this property from 1903 until 1917, although he appears to have lived in Lorain, Ohio during this time. He must have rented the house to tenants. Between the years 1917 and 1941, there were just too many owners for me to go into much detail about each of them, but here is some of the information I’ve gathered. In the 1920 census, Wade G. Woodward and his wife Alice were listed as owning and living in the home. He was 33 years old and employed as a motorman on a street car and she was 24 years old. Also living with them was their daughter Bessie M. Woodward – 2 years old and their son Edward C. Woodward – 5 months old. A 1926 Sylvania Postal Service listing of the addresses on the downtown route reported that Carl Auer was living at 6636 Erie Street. A classified advertisement in the Dec. 15, 1927 issue of the Sylvania Sentinel reported that the owner was renting out “two roomy stalls in new garage” at 6636 Erie Street. By the 1930 census, Karl W. and Esther M. Auer were listed as owning the home valued at $5,000. He was 35 years old and employed as a truck driver for the Sandusky Cement Company. She was listed as 25 years old and living at home was their daughter, Ardis M. – 7 years old.
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6636 Erie Street Then in the 1940 census, James and Majel Apsey were renting the home for $18 per month. He was 38 years old and employed as a supervisor for the NYA Recreation. She was 37 years old and employed as a sales lady at a retail department store. Also living in the home were their son James Joseph Apsey – 18 years old; their daughter, Ruth Ann Apsey – 15 years old; and their son Howard Edward Apsey – 14 years old. Ariel Edinger purchased this home in 1941. She started out in life as Ariel Becker, and in the 1930 census was living on Maplewood Avenue with her parents. In 1936 she married Woodrow Edinger and in the 1940 census they were renting a home on Centennial Road in Sylvania Township. He was employed as a die caster at a die casting factory. The next year, in 1941, they purchased this home on Erie Street.
In 1952 they obtained a building permit to replace the old garage with a new 18-foot by 20-foot garage. The builder was Charles Morgan and the cost was listed as $800. Then, in 1954, Woodrow Edinger obtained a building permit to remodel the attic for a bedroom. He lived here until he died in Toledo Hospital in September of 1983. He had worked 30 years as a foreman at Doehler Jarvis. Ariel continued to live here until she was hospitalized in May of 2000. Her obituary notice said she was survived by daughters Jacqueline Watkins, Joanne Russell, LuAnn Duden and son Larry Michael Edinger. The home was sold in 2001 and the listed owners after that appear to have lived in the home while they owned it, according to suburban directories.
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“August rain: the best of the summer gone, and the new fall not yet born. The odd uneven time.” Sylvia Plath Dear Readers, Summer is upon us, the heat, the sweat, but what a wonderful ending of the season! The sun now in Leo, in its ruling sign, brings childhood and a sense of playfulness as it jump starts us to get back into gear, preparing for fall. The renewal of life with warm days, wonderful smells gets us out of hibernation. This is a good month for continued activity, seeking out, delving into new projects as summertime eventually comes to a close and we see ourselves slowing down only to amp up. As the month begins on a positive note with Mercury the planet of chat in a direct motion, more reflective and more in touch with our inner selves, we’re back on track.
Sun enters Leo
The sun sign in astrology signifies the core essence of who we are–it is our individuality, our primal center, why we are motivated and what makes us tick. It is the prime focal point within our personality. More importantly, it’s what drives us. Presently, the sun is transiting in the fireruled, regal sign of Leo symbolizing the warmth and/or creative energy of the sun, which is ruled by Leo. Upon entering the sign of Leo from July 23 through Aug. 20, the sun illuminates a cosmic magnificence, a majestic self-proclaimed feel. Time to just sit back and enjoy the heat. As it conjuncts transiting Jupiter in Leo, that intensity is magnified to its fullest. For those born under Sagittarius, Leo and Aries, this is your month to shine.
Mercury turns direct in Cancer July 31
Now that Mercury is turning direct in the moon-ruled sign of Cancer, you will be free to sign contracts, schedule vital meetings, have a significant conversation and make important decisions or purchases. Remain confident as you push ahead with anything that requires cerebral muscle. No second guessing yourself. Push forward.
Full Moon in Aquarius Aug. 14
Let loose, be yourself, have fun with friends. Do something quite extraordinary! This full moon on Aug. 14, will be in the friendly, independent, unpredictable sign of Aquarius. A full moon phase tends to bring a swelling up of emotions, apathy and excitement. In this case, with the sign of Aquarius (air element), it may be easy to get lost in the thinking process about emotions rather than gliding through the feelings. Also, this week’s full moon in kind, erratic
Aquarius will help us step forward with faith and conviction. It will help us to see how to get our act together in order to increase our confidence in our self, our beliefs, and our future. A great week to mingle, get reconnected to past friendships, sever ties that need to be broken, strengthen ties that need to be a part of your life.
New moon Aug. 30 Virgo
This week’s new moon’s prayer: Be of service to those in need. Show kindness and love. Energetically we are all one with the universe. The quality of life can be great. During the double sun/moon experience it is all about awareness ... applying the wisdom of less criticism and more acceptance. Since Virgo rules the Earth, this is all about grounding, feeling more centered, providing service, charity and giving back. As transiting Jupiter in Sagittarius is at odds with this new moon, we find ourselves feeling more driven to accomplish, to finalize, to secure ourselves emotionally as well as physically. Enjoy this kinder, gentler new moon in Virgo on Aug. 30 as this is a clean situation (no Virgo pun intended) in that the sun and moon conjunct each other with little interference.
Venus in Leo–Let the fun begin
When the Goddess of Pleasure and Play and the Lion connect it’s destined to be a time of magic and romance. Things may seem larger than life when it comes to art, music, parties and even people. You might be tempted to go shopping and purchase that luxury item staring you in the face. When it comes to Venus, we cannot leave out romance. While she remains in Leo until Aug. 21, love and attraction promises to be big and bold. This is no time to be coy or play it shy. The energy of this transit suggests drama, flair and strutting your stuff. It’s time to take center stage in love’s arena. However, with transiting Saturn at odds with transiting Venus, you may find yourself toned down a bit, more suspicious than usual and more apt to be cautious. Not such a bad thing. After all, Venus in Leo has no boundaries and this may be a time when you actually think before jumping.
Sun In Virgo Aug. 22 through Sept. 21
August/September will be a time where the mercurial energy of Virgo is felt. The sun’s transit of Virgo brings focus as the beginning of the harvest season unfolds for the summer crops. While the Sun moves through Virgo, we have the opportunity to make transitions and finalize leftover projects. Those born under Pisces, Virgo and Gemini will do well to coast with regards to work and/or personal relationships.
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Jupiter in Sag direct Aug. 12 Jupiter moving direct will impact those born under its rulership, Sagittarius. Many of us, particularly Sagittarius, have felt the brunt of this transit as it may have curtailed the flow of this expansive planets influence.
SIGNS ARIES (March 21-April 20)
Though luck is very much on your side, current aspects remind you that destiny is a matter of choice not chance. This month’s planets may prompt you to make necessary changes within the work place. A good time to initiate or seek out a possible move or change, though being deliberate with your actions is important. Also be conscious of the intentions of others.
Taurus (April 21-May 21)
Your home base may feel unsteady, though perception plays a huge role in how you react to those closest to you. Compulsions as well as overreactions may occur, though it’s all up to you to take the helm. Try to take a step back before jumping to conclusions. This month’s astrological lineup may trigger changes that create tension, though sometimes it is necessary to ruffle a few feathers for positive results.
Gemini (May 22-June 21)
For the next few weeks or so, importance is placed on work and home and doing what you do best to keep things moving along. By adding life and purpose to every given situation others begin to flourish under your watch Take into consideration that in the past few months your tendency to do it all may have caused you to feel totally exasperated. So now just take a deep breath and allow nature to take its course.
Cancer (June 22-July 21)
Lessons have been learned and, hopefully harvested. At this time Saturn and Pluto, at odds with your own sign, have you going in so many directions. Remember that the planets are always moving and forming new angles. Therefore, not only can you benefit from the aspects, you can also use the energies to help others. This month’s influences may cause you to take charge of whatever comes your way. An ideal time to work through any given opportunities as you see them. This includes family, friends and work.
LEO (July 24-Aug. 23)
A strong cycle for intuition and introspection as your intuition kicks into first gear. Love matters should be at their peak. Speculation and gain are very well indicated. This could be your month for changes to occur within yourself as well as your inner foundation. Also, now that Mercury has gone direct, you may begin to think and feel clearer. Time to initiate and move forward with plans.
VIRGO (Aug. 24-Sept. 23)
The focus for the month is getting yourself back on track now that your ruler Mercury has moved direct. Staying on your path seems a relief. Also, as Jupiter continues to poke at you, work matters may seem unpredictable. Better to just coast than stir the pot. Also, becoming more focused on health and fitness is the key for the next few
LIBRA (Sept. 24-Oct. 23)
weeks or so as the stars align favorably. Though your goal is always to seek fairness and balance, the time has come to be more aggressive where your social and professional ambitions are concerned. Current aspects urge you to spring forth when opportunity beckons. In addition, with transiting Saturn at odds you may feel compelled to take stock of every given direction. Hopefully, for your sake, personal matters, money and work-related situations begin to come around. Very intense yet favorable results.
SCORPIO (Oct. 24- Nov. 22)
For the next few weeks or so your energies are geared toward home and personal space. Though this can be beneficial in the long run, this can also be a very good time for interaction. In addition, this period allows you to express your creativity a bit more, taking you out of your comfort zone. ¥our money house shows promise this month. So, basically you’re on track.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21)
There comes a time in everyone’s life when the greatest gift we can give ourselves is time alone. During this period you may find yourself becoming more introspective and less scattered. However, you may also have a desire to pay more attention to work as the sun hovers over your zenith. Changing your inner frequency can only enhance what you already have, while trying to juggle between work and home.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 21-Jan. 20)
Though your goal is always to seek fairness and balance, the time has come to be more aggressive where your social and professional ambitions are concerned. Current aspects urge you to spring forth when opportunity beckons. In addition, with transiting Saturn in your own sign, you may feel compelled to take stock of every given direction. Hopefully, for your sake, personal matters, money and work-related situations begin to come around. Very intense yet favorable transit.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 21-Feb. 19)
Partnerships, business or personal, are accented this month as major planets occupy your area of health and personal expression. A very strong time for commitments. In addition, legal matters should be favorable and without doubt. However, don’t be hasty when dealing with business-related matters. Don’t plunge into unsafe waters.
PISCES (Feb 20-March 20)
It would be in your best interest to plan ahead when dealing with financial matters. If need be, seek the advice of an expert. During this month, as planets occupy your area of home and security, you may find yourself caught between a rock and a hard place. The most important lesson to learn is that of patience. The last few years have been trying, yet somewhat inspirational. Janet Amid is a columnist and radio/media personality who writes for Sylvania Advantage and can be heard on 105.5 FM Monday mornings from 8:15 to 8:45 am taking calls at 419-240-1055. She can reached at 419-882-5510 or by e-mail at JanetAmid@aol.com. Check out her web site at www.JanetAmid.com.
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SYLVANIA AREA CRIME REPORTS Burglary/Criminal Damaging Desirable Liner, 5600 block Darnell, aluminum siding damaged during break in Criminal Endangering Stacy Swoders, 6000 block Main, tire slashed Ubaid Qureshi, 4800 block Holland Sylvania, storm door window broken Found Property 7400 block Erie 8 pairs of glasses, only headphones 5400 block S. Main, kayak floating in Ten Mile Creek 6900 block Sylvania, wallet with cash found 7100 block Grenlock, baggie with unknown substance found Harassment Dina Jarouche, ’5100 block Allen, harassing text messages received Menacing Alyssa Rower, 5800 block Summit, bodily harm threatened Theft Kristen McCline, 4400 block King, iPad, laptop stolen Robert Creque, 3200 block Centennial, lawn mowe/trailer stolen Property Services, 8200 block W. Central, backpack blowers stolen Ballas Buick, 5700 block W Central, vehicle stolen Nordman Roofing, 8200 W. Central, power tools stolen Wal-mart, 5800 block W Central attempted theft of vodka Dawn Cicora, 5800 block W Central, vehicle stolen Jeffrey Baker, 5100 block Courville, Apple watch, ceramic flower pot stolen Rebecca Boardman, 8400 block Larch, tools, gas tank stolen Ann Young, 7200 block W Central, purse, wallet w/credit cards stolen N Matzinger, 6200 block Monroe, cash, cell phone stolen Jacob Supina, 500 block Main, cash stolen by deception Kaitlyn Cavanaugh,4800 block New England Lane, catalytic converter stolen Melvin Eff, 5700 block Roberts, tools stolen Shoe Carnival,5200 block Monroe, shoes stolen Cousino Electric, 8700 block W Central, copper construction wire stolen Ashlyn Jordan,2700 block Sweetbriar Ct, vehicle window broken, wallet w/cash, credit, debit cards stolen S&G, 6400 block W Central, ATM machine stolen Ralph Schneider, 4200 block N Holland-Sylvania jewelry stolen Tim Pirozzi, 6700 block Franklin, misuse of credit card Devin Ellen, 5100 block Brinthaven, vape pens, pods stolen Speedway, 6700 block Sylvania, merchandise stolen Speedway, 6600 block Monroe, six pack beer stolen Speedway, 6600 block Monroe, 12 pack Red Bull stolen Dave White corporate office, 6400 block Monroe, payroll deposit diverted by fraud 07/10/19 07/10/19 07/10/19 07/10/19 07/10/19 07/10/19 07/10/19 07/10/19 07/10/19 07/10/19 07/10/19 07/10/19 07/11/19 07/11/19 07/11/19 07/11/19 07/11/19 07/11/19 07/11/19 07/11/19 07/11/19 07/11/19 07/11/19 07/11/19 07/11/19 07/11/19 07/11/19 07/11/19 07/11/19 07/11/19 07/11/19 07/11/19 07/12/19 07/12/19 07/12/19 07/12/19 07/12/19 07/12/19 07/12/19 07/12/19 07/12/19 07/12/19 07/12/19 07/12/19 07/12/19 07/12/19 07/12/19 07/13/19 07/13/19 07/13/19 07/13/19 07/13/19 07/13/19 07/13/19 07/13/19 07/13/19 07/13/19 07/13/19 07/13/19 07/13/19 07/13/19 07/14/19 07/14/19 07/14/19 07/14/19 07/14/19 07/14/19 07/14/19 07/14/19 07/14/19
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Rose Liszt, 6200 block Monroe, wallet w/credit cards, key fob stolen Curb Impressions, 3300 block Silica, box trailer stolen Sarah Wheeler, 6400 block Sylvania, iPhone stolen Chris Urbanski, 4900 block Heather Pl., Play Station 4 stolen Meijer 7200 block W. Central, clothing, furs stolen Elizabeth Potts, 7100 block Port Sylvania, Bluetooth wireless earpiece stolen Kathryn Apple, 3600 block N. McCord, vehicle window broken, wallet with cash, credit/debit cards stolen FROM THE COURT Assault Michael Johnson, 824 N King, Tol., $150, 180 days, 142 days susp. Attempt to Comm Jason M Wren, 918 Islington, Tol., $200, 180 days, 120 days susp. Attempted Comm Fail T Jacob Swartz, 3127 Centennial, Syl., $150, 180 days, 173 days susp. Attempted Obstruction of Justice Joseph A Jones, 4020 Peak, Tol., $150, 60 days susp. Attempted Petty Theft Alexandria M Timmer, 3422 Worley Place, Tol., $150, 90 days, 83 days susp. Marquasia J Jones, 1117 Palmwood, Tol., $150 Shaneqia A Mcduffey, 1725 Talbot, Tol., $150, 90 days susp. David R Farley, 1323 Champlain, Tol., $150, 180 days, 169 days susp. David R Farley, 1323 Champlain, Tol., $150, 90 days, 79 days susp. James D Hansen, 218 Washington, Monroe MI, $150, 90 days, 88 days susp. Anthony G Lusetich, 1727 Brussels St, Tol., $250, 90 days, 56 days susp. Attempted Possession Nigel C Cramer, 4746 Penridge, Tol., $150, 180 days susp. Attempted Theft Tommy Maulsby, 3406 Mulberry, Tol., $25, 90 days susp. Tim R Hamlin, 2775 S Crissey, Monclova, $200, 90 days susp. Rachel Swain, 3273 N Detroit, Tol., $100, 90 days susp. C.C.W. Ebony Wright, 711 Locust, Tol., $150, 10 Days Child Endangerment Jason A Gravelle, 7380 Fick, Riga MI, $150, 180 days, 175 days susp. Rashawn A Peterson, 419 Shrewsbury, Holl., $150, 180 days susp. Credit Misuse Jacob M Barker, 1952 Lehman, Tol., $205 Criminal Damaging Alexandria M Timmer, 3422 Worley Pl, Tol., $100 Disorderly Conduct Andrew Alvarez, 3606 Almeda, Tol., $100, 30 days, 27 days susp.
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susp. Mark A Kowalinski, 4803 Maryhill, Syl., $850, 180 days, 150 days susp. Lucas R Kuebler, 1203 N 13th, Reading PA, $375, 180 days, 174 days susp. Joseph M Lee, 147 Lyric, Tol., $375, 180 days, 177 days susp. Dawn M Lewis, 6602 Convent Blvd 207, Sylvania, $375, 180 days, 174 days susp. Louis P Fuller, 750 S McCord #231, Holl., $400, 180 days, 177 days susp. Patty Jo D Valle, 4609 N Park, Tol., $400, 180 days, 177 days susp. Anthony Banks, 4419 Cape, Tol., $400, 180 days, 174 days susp. David A II Villegas, 623 Wright, Tol., $400, 180 days, 177 days susp. Morgan Steele, 178 Oak, Rossford, $400, 180 days, 177 days susp. Donald R Lumbrezer, 11759 Co 1, Swanton $375, 180 days, 177 days susp. Alicia Chantal Slaughter, 7060 Quail Lakes, Holl., $525, 180 days, 170 days susp. Scott A Brogan, 7529 Bauman, Holl., $375, 180 days, 177 days susp. Margaret Mohan, 3 Corey Creek, Tol., $375, 180 days, 177 days susp. David A Rahn, 5125 Eber, Monclova, $525, 180 days, 170 days susp. Alexis K Wilkes, 7411 Woodshire, Holl., $375, 180 days, 177 days susp. Petty Theft Brandy J Roberts, 620 Airport Walk, Wauseon, $75, 30 days Logan S Lecomte, 5422 Cresthaven, Tol., 90 days, 70 days susp. Physical Control Austin Thakur, 8304 Woodier, Grand Rapids, $375, 180 days, 177 days susp. Shane W Garrison, 2922 Garfield, Bay City MI, $375, 180 days, 177 days susp Possession of Drug Abuse Instruments Deanna R Wilson, 5149 CO 1, Swanton, $100, 180 days susp. Possession of Criminal Tools Ebony Wright, 711 Locust, Tol., $150, 180 days, 148 days susp. Reckless Operation 2nd Erin M Biniecki, 171 Mallard, P-burg, $250, 30 days, 27 days susp. Receiving Stolen Property Ebony Wright, 711 Locust, Tol., $150, 10 days Unauthorized Use of Property Charles F Miller, 1701 E Taylor, Adrian MI, $150, 30 days susp. Tiffany M Hartford, 809 Delence, Tol., $150, 30 days, 24 days susp. Weapon/ Intoxication Preston Jr Pinson, 1005 Belmont, Tol.
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Shetland 6150 Whiteford 3304 Percentum 4230 N Holland Sylv. 2274 Big Hickory Run 11 Interstate 475 S 3203 Marsrow 3413 Fairbanks 3211 N King 6101 Trust 4121 N King 5929 Pebblestone 2324 Parliament Sq 2821 N Holland Sylv. 4113 Rodeo 6157 Bonsels Pky 8160 Sunset 6465 W Sylvania 8160 Sunset 6625 Kingsbridge 6800 W Central 8160 Sunset 6805 W Sylvania 5558 Clear Creek Ct 5580 N Centennial 6930 W Sylvania 4420 N King 6805 W Sylvania 6028 Pembridge E 7734 Cobblestone 3423 Fairbanks 6755 W Central 6755 W Central 6755 W Central 7120 Port Sylv. 7120 Port Sylv. 5360 Harroun 5757 Whiteford 4132 Isadore 5757 Whiteford 6465 W Sylvania 9640 Sylv. Met. 5157 Brinthaven 4643 Gilhouse 4344 Dovewood 4528 Crossfields Regents Park Blvd 5131 Mcgregor 8160 Sunset 3823 Farmbrook 5645 Elliott 4121 N King 5351 Mitchaw 8160 Sunset 5859 Brainard 5939 Artwell 4400 Vicksburg 6710 W Central 9150 Clubhouse 6613 Convent Blvd 6905 Perivale Park 4929 Summerfield 6805 W Sylvania 6408 Longfellow 5821 W Central 5056 Cartagena 2338 Cheshire Woods 5679 Monroe St
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Diane Hires Lynne Hires Diane (Stewart) passed away July 13, 2019, a day before her 73rd birthday at Lakes Of Sylvania surrounded by her loving daughters Jennifer Briggs and Samantha Schultheis. Born in Toledo, Ohio, on July 14, 1946, to Bill and Virginia Stewart, she attended Sylvania High School where she was a cheerleader for the Wildcats and a member of the homecoming court her senior year. In 1964, she attended The Ohio State University where she was a member of Delta Delta Delta sorority. She graduated with a degree in dental hygiene. After graduation she worked as a dental hygienist in Columbus where she and her former husband, Rick Hires, started a family. Their daughter Jennifer was born in 1971 in Columbus, and then the young family moved to California in 1972. They were stationed at a naval weapons station where daughter Samantha was born in 1974. Diane was a loving mother and grandmother—kind, fun loving and adventurous. She placed her love for her family above all else. Diane taught her children and grandchildren about art, photography, and gardening. She shared her love for animals and the outdoors with her family and friends. She never saw an injured animal she wouldn’t stop to rescue. Diane ran, biked, went birding, gardened, cooked up a storm, fished, skied and, most of all, constantly took pictures. She would often take pictures of friends and their children. She loved to capture the memories. Her professional accomplishments were many. Besides attending Bowling Green State University to pursue coursework in photojournalism, Diane freelanced for the Associated Press for clients that included People Magazine, The Detroit Free Press, Detroit News, US News & World Report and Akron Beacon Journal to name just a few. Diane covered numerous major golf tournaments, World Series, and NFL Playoff Games. As a full–time photojournalist at the Toledo Blade, Diane was honored with numerous awards from the Ohio Press Photographers Association. She worked until multiple sclerosis forced her to retire. She never complained when MS slowly
eroded her passions. She would just say “MS sucks.” Diane is survived by her daughters Jennifer (David) Hires Briggs and Samantha (Ahren) Hires Schultheis, her five grandchildren Zoe, Samantha and Bode Briggs and Addi and Maggie Schultheis. She will be missed by her sister-in-law Karen Knowles, nephew Jeff (Ali) Knowles and niece Allison (Corey Aumiller) Knowles, Rick Hires, Sydney Hires, and cousin Joan Mikesell. She was preceded in death by her parents, Bill and Virginia Stewart, her brother Thomas Stewart, brother-in-law Bob Knowles, cousins Jim Mikesell and Dan Mikesell. Memorial contributions may be sent to the Black Swamp Bird Observatory, 13551 West OH-2, Oak Harbor, Ohio 43449, Cleveland Clinic Multiple Sclerosis Research, P.O. Box 93157 Cleveland, Ohio 44193 or ProMedica Hospice, 5855 Monroe St. Sylvania, Ohio 43560.
Dorothy Watkins
Dorothy Jane Watkins, 88, Sylvania, Ohio, of unexpectedly passed away with her family by her side on July 5, 2019. She was born on Jan. 2, 1931, to Frederick and Augusta Kohlman in Oak Harbor, Ohio. Dorothy attended Rocky Ridge Elementary School and graduated from Salem Oak Harbor High School in 1950. She received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the Toledo Hospital School of Nursing in 1952. She then worked for Toledo Hospital where she met her husband, an ambulance driver, in the emergency room. In 1953, Dorothy married John “Jack” K. Watkins from Sylvania. She worked as a nurse at General Electric in Cincinnati while her husband attended mortuary school. After moving back to Sylvania, Dorothy worked as a nurse for Dr. Tallman before becoming the office manager for the Reeb Funeral Home for over 40 years, retiring at the age of 82. When not at work, Dorothy loved to play bridge locally and pinochle until the early morning hours with her family up north. She volunteered through Olivet Lutheran Church to give communion to shut-ins for many years and golfed in their leisure league. In case you haven’t heard, she loved her grandsons, traveling to their sporting events
in many different states and attending their school activities. She was an excellent cook and her oyster stew was a treat at Christmas time as well as pork and sauerkraut on New Year’s Day. Dorothy and Jack loved the Upper Peninsula where they honeymooned in 1953 and were members of the Hiawatha Sportsman’s Club. Many winters were spent in St. Petersburg, Fla., where she loved to shell. Dorothy is survived by children Julie and John (Jan); grandchildren Joshua, Nathan and Troy; brother Herman (Lois) Kohlman; brothers-in-law Robert (Jackie) Watkins and Lawrence Watkins; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Jack, who passed away in 2017; sisters Sophie (Harold), Alice (Walter), Clara (Earl), May; brothers Henry (Eleanor), Woodrow (Gertrude), Elmer and Emery (Katie). Contributions may be given to Olivet Lutheran Church or the donor’s choice.
Mary Geraldine Smith
Mary Geraldine “Gerrie” (Sullivan) Smith, 89, of Sylvania, Ohio, passed away July 12, 2019, after a brief illness. Gerrie passed peacefully surrounded by her family. Gerrie was born in Toledo, Ohio, June 27, 1930, and was a life-long resident of Sylvania. She was a graduate of Burnham High School. Gerrie was happiest when spending time with her family. She also enjoyed lunching with friends, traveling and loved participating in water aerobics classes at St. James Club. Waiting to greet her as she entered her heavenly home were her husband of 57 years, Donald William “Bill” Smith, her parents, Bill and Rhea Sullivan, sister Sandra Northrup and brother Thomas Sullivan. Gerrie is survived by her children Carol Stevens, Karen Smith, Don (Michelle) Smith, Connie (Scott) Dolvin, Tracy (Bobby) Ramsey, grandchildren Robb (Melissa) Pohlman, Bill (Carrie) Pohlman, Amanda, Samantha and Trevor Ramsey, Donnie (Alivia), Shane (Christine) and Troy Smith, Forrest and Erin Dolvin, her greatgrandchildren Derek (Ashley), Taylor, McKenzie and Reece Pohlman, Grace and Natalie Pohlman, Bailey Smith, Taylor Chambers and great-great-granddaughter Adalynn. She is also survived by her brother
James (Barbara) Sullivan, many nieces and nephews, cousins and friends. The family suggests tributes in Gerrie’s memory to Hospice of Northwest Ohio or Lucas County Canine Care & Control.
Richard Ford
Richard “Rick” Hal Ford, 72, of Sylvania, Ohio, passed away July 8, 2019. He was born May 24, 1947, to Hal and Lillian (Wright) Ford in Adrian, Mich. He graduated from Morenci High School in 1965 where he was raised and had so many fond memories. Rick then completed his associate degree at the University of Toledo in 1974 in business technology. He married his sweetheart, Marie White, in 1969 and they spent 50 loving years together. Rick was a printer by trade and worked for Big Red Quickprint and in 1981 opened Alternative Instant Print with a partner. He retired in 2012 from Express Bill, now Change Health Care. Rick enjoyed sports of all kinds. In his high school years he participated in many sports, including track and field where he achieved great success. He was an avid University of Michigan football fan and enjoyed traveling near and far to watch his children participate in all of their events from sporting to choir concerts. He enjoyed reading and listening to music of all kinds; especially classic rock and oldies. Rick loved fishing and camping. His adventurous spirit and passion for travel, led him to explore every state in the U.S. and multiple countries. Rick had a great sense of humor and will be missed by everyone who met him. Rick is survived by his wife, Marie; children Chris and Melissa Ford; brother David (Connie) Ford; sister Georgia Zuvers; and many nieces, nephews, and countless friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; and brother-in-law Jack Zuvers. In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations be made to Ebeid Hospice, The American Red Cross, The Alzheimer’s Association of Northwest Ohio Chapter, or to local first responders. The family would like to thank Ebeid Hospice for its wonderful care throughout his illness and to the Sylvania group of first responders for the quick and caring assistance.
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5303 Bainbridge Rd. ~ $267,000 Beresky built 4 bed, 2.5 bath w/ just over 3,000sf of living space. Beautifully situated on a lushly landscaped half acre lot in one of the area’s most desirable neighborhoods. Sweet sunroom addition. Rear-load garage. Finished basement. Possession at closing. Brad Crown – Realtorman 419/467-7070 RE/MAX Central Group
5504 Bent Oak Rd. ~ $299,000 Cross the covered bridge and come home to Sleepy Hollow. Plenty of room to roam in this 3,300sf, 6 bed, 3.5 bath custom built beauty. Glistening hardwood floors throughout the main level. Eat-in kitchen has solid surface counter tops. First floor master. Brad Crown – Realtorman 419/467-7070 RE/MAX Central Group
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NATURE LOVERS PARADISE!!! SW LENAWEE COUNTY MI
6830 Erie St. - $159,900 Built in 1836 & needs TLC to bring this significant property back to its glory. 2 bed/1.5 bath w/room to expand. Large corner in-town, on a double lot across from city pool, walk to downtown Sylvania, Veterans Park & Maplewood School. So much potential! New roof 2003, furnace 2005 & AC 2006. Judy Miller at 567-868-3693 Danberry Realty
Custom built ranch on 66 1/3 mostly wooded acres in SW Lenawee County MI. Check this property out at www.faustrealestate.net or Call Diana Faust at 517-270-3646
Liberty Square Buildings 1, 2, 3
4149, 4159 & 4169 N. Holland-Sylvania Sylvania Twp.
Monthly rent includes: * Water, gas & electric * Janitorial service * Conference rooms * Storage space
*Beautiful Landscaping *Backyard Pergola *Spacious Parking lot *Friendly Staff
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YOURGOOD.NEWS | FIRST AUGUST 2019 | 15B
Beatles Tribute draws big crowd
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Jan Tidd and Margaret Baehren are ready to dance the night away at 1964 The Tribute held at Centennial Terrace on July 27.
Miguel Alvarez joins Lauren and Meghan San Gregory and their mother Mary Beth and aunt Melanie Dickerson at a table center stage.
Doug Rechtine greets his neighbors Denise and Scott Walsh while Scoobie Snaks entertains the crowd.
Martin and Emme Boyer join Jean Fish at a table in front of the stage at Centennial Terrace.
Larry Meyer, wearing the shirt he found in a vintage shop in London, talks with Laure Brown.
Dave and Sara Dibling join Sharon Kay and Ed Hafferkamp for a fun evening.
Carl and Pat Mousseau are looking forward to the concert.
Sue and Jack Schorter are attired in the perfect shirts for the concert.
Tom and Bobbie Ziviski join Cheri and Claude Montgomery and Jeff and Kathie Johnson to enjoy 1964: The Tribute Band.
Mark Kidman and his daughter Kendell look for a good seat to enjoy the Tribute Band.