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November 1 - 14, 2016 • Vol. 21, No. 14 • sylvaniaadvantage.com

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Valentine Gala

Suzette and David Kanarowski did a little 'Jive Talkin' as they prepared to be entertained at the Valentine Theatre Gala.

‘Explore the Arts’

Lourdes senior Benjamin Chamber works on a project during the ‘Explore the Arts.’

INDEX

Congratulations 2A Community Events 3-6A Community News 7-11,, 22-24A Downtown 11-14A Sylvania Then & Now 15A Business News 16-19A Lourdes 2B School News 3-4B Sports News 5B Election 2016 9-12B Obituaries 16-17B Real Estate 18B Classifieds 19B

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CONGRATULATIONS

Ray of Hope award honors those contributing to Sylvania’s quality of life

Sadaf Sediqe Sylvania Community Arts Commission, Arts and Sciences Award

Jane Larsen Community Leader Award

Dave Krueger Sister Mary Jon Wagner Pat Mollenkamp Designetics Foundation, and Sister Ann Carmen Do-It Group, Community Community Organization Barone for Sister Barb Vano, Service Award OCF, Education Award Award summer enrichment camp and afterschool The annual Sylvania Area Family Services’ program, the community garden, and the food Ray of Hope Awards reception and dinner was pantry as well as many other worthwhile held Wednesday, Oct. 26. Sylvania Area Family Sylvania-area organizations and agencies. Services Inc. annually recognizes outstanding Former SAFS board member Dr. Milo individuals, organizations and businesses that Danzeisen, a retired dentist, was given a special significantly contribute to the quality of life in emeritus award as Friend of SAFS. Dr. greater Sylvania. Danzeisen is past president of the Toledo Individuals, organizations and businesses Dental Society and a recipient of the Bach selected to be honored included: Sylvania Memorial Award for his contributions to the Community Arts Commission, Arts and community and dental profession. Dr. Sciences; Toledo Memorial Park & Monument, Danzeisen is a past president of the Sylvania Business and Industry; Jane Larsen, Chamber of Commerce and once served as Community Leader; Designetics Foundation, chairman of the Lourdes University board of Community Organization; Do-It Group, trustees. Community Service; and Sister Barb Vano, The dinner fundraiser and awards OCF, Education. ceremony was held in the main event hall at Claire Kohler was given the Youth Services Sylvania Area Family Services, 5440 Marshall award. This inaugural award recognizes the Milo Danzeisen, D.D.S. Rd. ProMedica Health System was the hours of community service that ‘tweens and Friend of SAFS Emeritus presenting sponsor. teens have contributed to SAFS programs and Award services, including Elementary Einsteins

Jeff Clegg Toledo Memorial Park & Monument, Business and Industry Award

Claire Kohler Youth Services Award

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ONGOING

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Alateen Meeting There is a new Alateen meeting in the area at the Sylvania United Church of Christ, 7240 Erie St., Sylvania. The group meets Sunday nights from 7:30 – 8:30 p.m. and is for children and teens ages eight and up who are affected by a loved one’s alcohol or drug use. Call 419/537-7500 with questions. Alzheimer’s Association An Alzheimer’s Association support group meets the second Tuesday of each month from 3:30 - 5 p.m. at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 9144 Lewis Ave., Temperance, Mich. Contact Marie Ready at 800/272-3900 or mready@alz.org. Aquatic Exercise for Survivors CPW and The Victory Center offer aquatic exercise for survivors at CPW, 3130 Central Park West, on Wednesdays from 6 - 7 p.m. It is free to all survivors through a grant from The Rotary Club of Toledo. Beginner Tai Chi Classes Beginner Tai Chi classes are held from 1-2 p.m. on Tuesdays and Fridays at The Elks Lodge, 3520 N. Holland-Sylvania Rd. Tai Chi classes consist of slow movements that use gentle turns and graceful stretches to improve balance, flexibility, circulation and strength. Boomers Resource Network Boomers Resource Network meets every Thursday at Uncle John’s Restaurant, 11:30 a.m. to noon, followed by educational speakers from noon to 1 p.m. Call 419/8658503 or visit boomersrn.com. Cardio Drumming Elevate Nutrition, 6383 Monroe St., offers Cardio Drumming on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6 p.m. and every other Saturday at 10 a.m. Call 419/517-7080. Cardio Kickboxing Cardio Kickboxing/Circuit Training is offered on Mondays and Wednesdays at 6 p.m., and every other Saturday at 10 a.m. at Elevate Nutrition, 6383 Monroe St. Boxing gloves required. Call 419/517-7080. Food Addicts in Recovery Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous meets every Monday night at 7 p.m. at Epworth United Methodist Church, 4855 W. Central Ave. in the volunteer office. Contact Stoney at 734-635-1392, email stoney1g@aol.com or visit foodaddicts.org. God Works! Crossroads Community Church, 6960 Sylvania-Petersburg Road, Ottawa Lake, Mich., offers God Works!, providing a warm meal to anyone in need each Thursday. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.; meal is at 6 p.m.

Mothers’ Center of Greater Toledo Weekly Thursday meetings for fun, food and friendship from 9:45 – 11 a.m. at McCord Road Christian Church, 4675 N. McCord Rd., Sylvania. In addition to meetings, the group offers playdates and an Executive Mommas’ group for working mothers. For more information, visit motherscenter.net or connect with them on Facebook.

Nursing Mothers’ Group The nursing mothers’ group meets the first and third Tuesday of every month from 12:30 to 2 p.m. in the new Ronald McDonald House. Call 419/291-5667. Olivet Lutheran Church’s Free Community Meal Olivet hosts a free community meal each Wednesday in the Christian Life Center. Enjoy food and fellowship at 5840 Monroe St. Call 419/882-2077 or visit olivetsylvania.org for info. Pet Loss Support Group SylvaniaVet hosts a pet loss support group meeting at Christ Presbyterian Church, 4225 W. Sylvania Ave., 7 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month. For information, call 419/8854421. Prostate Cancer Support Group A prostate cancer support group meets the fourth Monday of each month at 6.30 p.m. at the second floor, Cancer Center library at St. Anne’s Hospital. For more information, call Roger Augustyniak at 419/346-2753 or Tom Maidment at 419/490-4690. Taizé Service A Taizé Service is held the third Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. in the Sylvania United Church of Christ chapel, 7240 Erie St. 419/882-0048. T.A.M.E. Meeting The Toledo Area Miniature Enthusiasts meets the first Saturday of each month from 1- 4 p.m. in the carriage house at the Sylvania Heritage Museum, 5717 Main St. Call 734/847-6366. TOPS Meetings (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Two chapters of TOPS,1961 and 1672, meet at King of Glory Lutheran Church, 6715 Brint Road. Meetings are held Mondays from 910:30 a.m. and Tuesdays from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Call 419/478-1103 or 419/841-6436 for information. TOPS is not church affiliated. The Toledo Area Genealogy Society Meets from 7 - 9 p.m. the second Monday of the month through June in Wright Hall at Sylvania United Church of Christ, 7240 Erie St. Visit rootsweb.ancestry.com/~toags/ for more information.

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

LUNCH is served from 11:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Mon-Fri; suggested donation for ages 60+ is $2.50; non-senior is $5.62; make reservation by noon the day before. TUESDAY EVENING DINNER served from 4:30-5:15 p.m., $7/person; reserve by 2 p.m. the Friday before BILLIARDS: Mon-Fri open all day, weekly; COMPUTER LAB: open when classes are not in session; OPEN GYM: open when classes are not in session; QUILTING & SEWING: Mon, Tue & Thu, 8 a.m.-noon, weekly; WOODSHOP: Tue, Thu, Fri, 1-3 p.m., weekly; WOODCARVERS: Tue 4-7 p.m., weekly Transportation to Senior Center & Shopping: call Deb, 419/885-3913

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Strength/Balance: Wed 1-2, Fri Extended Healthcare Plans: 310:30-11:30, weekly, * 4:15, Glenn Carlson Restorative Yoga: Wed 2:30-4, Medicare & You: 5:30-6:30, weekly, * monthly 11/3 Spanish Club: 1-3:30, monthly 11/16 Movie Day: 3rd Wed. 1-3, RSVP, Party Bridge: Mon 1-4, weekly monthly 11/4 55+ Line Dancing: Fridays 2:30- 11/17 Benefits Specialist: 3rd Thursday, 4, $3 at the door, weekly by appointment 11/7 Quilting & Sewing: Mon, Tue & Poker: Thu 12-4, weekly Thu 8-12 noon, weekly Book Review Group: Thu 2-3, Strength Training: Mon & Thu 10monthly 11, weekly, * Chili Dinner: Adults $6, Children Blood Pressure Clinic: 11-12:30 $3, open to the public Body Recall: Mon, Tue & Thu 11/18 55+ Line Dancing: Fridays 11:30-12:30, weekly, * 2:30-4, $3 at the door, weekly 11/8 Election Day Bake Sale!! 9-3 or 11/21 Jazzercise: Mon, Wed & Fri while baked goods last 9-10, Tue & Thu 8:30-9:30; Blood Pressure/Blood Sugar weekly Clinic: Tuesdays, 9-11:30 Strength Training: Mon & Thu Learn to Knit: 2nd & 4th Tue, 10-11, weekly, * 10-11, bring your own supplies! BP Clinic: 11-12:30 Adult Coloring: 2nd & 4th Tue, Body Recall: Mon, Tue & Thu 1-3, bring your own supplies! 11:30-12:30, weekly, * Current Events Discussion Group: 11/22 Blood Pressure/Blood Sugar 2nd & 4th Tue 3-4:30, monthly Clinic: Tuesdays, 9-11:30 11/9 Party Euchre: Wed 10-noon, Learn to Knit: 2nd & 4th Tue, weekly 10-11, bring your own supplies! 11/10 Party Bridge: 1-3:30, weekly Adult Coloring: 2nd & 4th Tue, Duplicate Bridge: 1-4, weekly 1-3, bring your own supplies! 11/11 Estate Review: 10-12 noon, 1:1 Dr. Lam’s Tai Chi for Health: Tue consultation, no appt needed 3-4, weekly, * 55+ Line Dancing: Fridays 11/23 Pinochle: Wed 12:30-3:30, 2:30-4, $3 at the door, weekly weekly 11/14 Bingo: Mon Thu 1-3, weekly 11/24 CLOSED/HOLIDAY 11/15 Blood Pressure/Blood Sugar 11/25 CLOSED/HOLIDAY Clinic: Tuesdays, 9-11:30 11/28 Quilting & Sewing: Mon, Tue & Dr. Lam’s Tai Chi for Health: Tue Thu 8-12 noon, weekly 3-4, weekly, * *Call for fee and registration • For more info, call: 419/885-3913 Sylvania Community Services, a nonprofit agency, manages the Sylvania Senior Center. For a complete listing of all Senior Center activities and programs, visit sylvaniaseniorcenter.org and click on Senior Center Newsletter.

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

•Through Jan. 8, 2017 ‘Shakespeare’s Characters’ Toledo Museum of Art Painting, prints, sculptures and photographs of Shakespeare characters.Free.

•Nov. 2 Aromatherapy, 1-2 p.m. The Victory Center 5532 W. Central Ave., Suite B, Discuss the special ways that essential oils can be used for everyday health and wellness. This program is free to people with a cancer diagnosis and is sponsored by ProMedica Cancer Institute. Aromatherapy takes place the first and third Wednesday of each month. Call the Victory Center at 419/531-7600 for details. SCATACULAR, 7:30-8:30 a.m. Sylvania Senior Center 7140 Sylvania Ave. Join members of SCAT for a light breakfast and learn how the organization has been working in the community for 30 years to raise awareness of at-risk behavior among young people.

•Nov. 3 5655 N. Main St., Suite 1 Sylvania, Ohio 43560 Telephone: 419/824-0100 Facsimile: 419/824-0112 E-mail: sylvaniaadvantage@gmail.com sylvaniaadvantage.com

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Sharon Lange CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Janet Amid, Mary Helen Darah, Gayleen Gindy, Mike Jones, Marisa Mercurio, Craig Stough, Janis Weber, Sophia Yakumithis CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS John Crisman of AssetWare Events Photography, T.J. Irwin COPY EDITING Sarah Groves, Susan Utterback, Bobbie Ziviski ADVERTISING Mary Rose Gajewski, Rob Goewey, Heidi Malak, Nancy Rodgers CARTOONIST Penny Collins DESIGNERS Elissa Cary, Penny Collins TYPIST Larry Hays Views expressed by contributing writers do not necessarily reflect those of the publisher or staff.

Eco-Friendly Crafts, Holiday Mason Jar Cookie Mix, 6-7:30 p.m. Olander, Gorman Join TOPS’ Casey McDonald to create fun, sustainable and decorative pieces for your home. Register. Danzy Senna, author, 5 p.m. University of Toledo Student Union, room 2592 2801 W. Bancroft Author of ‘Caucasia and Symptomatic’ will speak. Reception follows. Free and open to the public. Call 419/530-2318 for information.

•Nov. 4 Where Birds Go, 10 a.m. Olander, Gorman Preschoolers join ECO Discovery! on a tour of all the places birds go for the winter. Find out why they go and when they’ll come back. Register.

from the bazaar support local organizations. Free parking and admission. For more information, call 419/531-4236. NV Theatre Breakfast Buffet, 8-11 a.m. Village Inn 4984 Holland Sylvania Rd. All you can eat buffet featuring pancakes, eggs, bacon, potatoes and toast. Tickets are $5. Drinks and tip not included. Proceeds benefit Northview Theatre.

•Nov. 6 Notre Dame Academy open house, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. 3535 W. Sylvania Ave. Tours given by parents and students. Meet faculty and staff. Learn about financial options, clubs and activities. Toledo Symphony Youth Orchestra concert, 4 p.m. Toledo Museum of Art Peristyle 220 area youth perform a concert including Mozart, Tchaikovsky and Copeland. More information at 419/882-1953.

•Nov. 7 Nursing Mothers Group, 7-8:30 p.m. Ronald McDonald House 3883 Monroe St. ProMedica Toledo Hospital’s Preparation for Parenthood is hosting a nursing mothers group. Come relax in a comfortable environment and spend time with other new breastfeeding moms. This free, ongoing support group is led by a certified lactation consultant who is also a mother. To register, call 419/291-5666.

•Nov. 8, 22, 29 Total Life Changes, 10 a.m. Sylvania Branch Library Learn about the health benefits in creating a more alkaline PH body chemistry including alkaline foods and plant-based nutrition. Free.

•Nov. 9 Memory Screening Day, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. ProMedica Goerlich Center ProMedica Flower Hospital campus 5200 Harroun Rd. In commemoration of the Alzheimer’s

Your Go-To Event:

Foundation of America’s National Memory Screening Day, ProMedica Goerlich Center is holding a free memory screening event. Screenings are by appointment only and take about 30 minutes. For more information or to make an appointment, call 419/8246448 (option 3).

•Nov. 10 ‘Fashionably Main,’ 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Downtown Sylvania Participating Sylvania stores and restaurants will be offering discounts. Fifty guests will enjoy hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar as well at a fashion show at 7 p.m. at Element 112. Pre-sale of tickets are $25 available at T. K. Lane’s, 5675 N. Main. Tickets are $30 at the door if available. St. Elias Food. Arts & Crafts Bazaar 11 a.m.-8 p.m. St Elias Antiochian Orthodox Church 4940 Harroun Rd. The St. Elias Ladies Society is hosting its 36th annual Food, Arts & Crafts Bazaar featuring middle eastern cuisine and home made middle eastern pastries. Dine in and carry out are both available. Local vendors will also be offering items for sale.

•Nov. 11 Squashes Galore, 10 a.m. Olander, Gorman Preschoolers will taste some squash, learn about them, gather seeds and paint one with Joyce Davis. Register. Women’s Connection West Luncheon Holiday Shopping 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Highland Meadows Golf Club 7455 Erie St. Laura Loveberry is the speaker, whose message is ‘Real Life Story-The Winning Team.’ Also available will be a sale of gifts from a variety of vendors. Cost is $13. Reservations at 419/340-6046 or by emailing sharonvanburencox@gmail.com by Nov. 7.

The Voting Booth/Flapjacks

•Nov. 5 Arts and Crafts Bazaar, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Epworth United Methodist Church 4855 West Central Ave. More than 50 artists and crafters will offer handcrafted items - jewelry, cards, soaps and lotions, fused and blown glass, knitted items, clothing and accessories. The event includes a silent auction, bake sale, coffee and pastry bar and card party. Proceeds

The 2015 Rotary “Flapjack” committee took a break from last year’s pancake event.

BY MARY HELEN DARAH

uesday Nov. 8, at numerous locations throughout Sylvania, the United States is holding a presidential election. Sadly only 60 percent of registered voters will participate in this momentous event. We urge you to attend if only for the sole reason that you can complain or celebrate the outcome with integrity. Need more motivation? The United States has the lowest voter turnout of all industrialized democratic countries. The suffragettes and those who fought for minority rights to vote would greatly appreciate your attendance. Plus, you get a free sticker.

After voting head to ‘Flapjacks and Chef Hats’

The Sylvania Rotarians will host ‘Flapjacks and Chef Hats’ on election night from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Southview High School, 7725 W. Sylvania Ave. The fun menu will include traditional flapjacks and sausage as well as waffles and omelets. The family-friendly event will also include music, games, prizes and kids’ corner. Admission to the event is $5. All proceeds will benefit Sylvania Rotary Community Foundation to support local projects. Sponsors of Flapjacks and Chef Hats include Arrow Print & Copy, Bob Evans, Huntington Bank, Signature Bank, Sylvania Southview High School, 93.5 WRQN, 94.5 XKR, Star 105.5, K100, Healthy Living Magazine, Sylvania AdVantage, Toledo City Paper and Toledo Parent.

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IN & AROUND SYLVANIA

•Nov. 11-12

Sister Gretchen’s Christmas Bake Sale, Friday, Nov. 11, 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12, 9:30 a.m.-Noon Lourdes University, Regina Hall 22nd annual event includes Polish coffee cake, cakes, pies, cookies, jams and jellies.

•Nov. 11-13 ‘Hair’ Olander, Nederhouser cuttingedgetheatre.org Cutting Edge Theatre Company’s first musical, ‘Hair,’ will be performed at 8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and 2:30 p.m. on Sunday. Ticket information at 419/4944814.

•Nov. 12 Kielbasa dinner, 2-6 p.m. Olivet Lutheran Church 5840 Monroe St. Kielbasa dinner provided by the top three winners from the 2016 Kielbasa Cookoff. Also serving pierogi, mashed potatoes, sweet and sour cabbage, dill-sauce cucumbers, coffee cake and paczki. $18 for adults ($15 with advanced reservations) and $5 for children 10 and under. Reservations at info@polishcommunity.org.

•Nov. 13 Santa Paw Pictures, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. SylvaniaVET 4801 N. Holland-Sylvania Rd. The Golden Retriever Rescue Resource is offering Santa Paw Pictures. Take a picture in Santa’s sleigh outside in a natural setting

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Woodstock Officials Visit for Fall Festival

or another holiday scene. All dogs welcome. Five photo packages available. Photos also on Nov. 20 and Dec. 4 from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at Rover Come Over Doggie Day Care, 3945 Albon Rd., Monclova.

•Nov. 15 Harvest Time, 10 a.m. Olander, Gorman Preschoolers can try old fashioned harvest treats with ECO Discovery! Register.

•Nov. 16 Aromatherapy, 1-2 p.m. The Victory Center 5532 W. Central Ave., Suite B, Discuss the special ways that essential oils can be used for everyday health and wellness. This program is free to people with a cancer diagnosis and is sponsored by ProMedica Cancer Institute. Aromatherapy takes place the first and third Wednesday of each month. Call the Victory Center at 419/531-7600 for details. Notre Dame Academy parent information night and student testing tips and techniques, 7-8:15 p.m. 3535 W. Sylvania Ave. Parents will have questions answered and girls applying to 9th grade will get tips and techniques for the high school placement test. RSVP for testing to lpelz@nda.org. No RSVP needed for parent information.

•Nov. 17 Father Jim Bacik’s Sexual Ethics 5:30-7 p.m. Franciscan Center

The Ohio Wesleyan Chamber Choir Epworth United Methodist Church 4855 Central Ave., Toledo, Ohio 43615

Sunday, November 13 7 p.m.

The Chamber Singers is a select ensemble of 20-26 members, whose repertoire encompasses vocal chamber music of all periods and styles, with special emphasis on Renaissance, Baroque and 20th /21st century music. Membership is by audition and the ensemble normally tours in the greater central Ohio area. This concert will be a presentation of the music they will be performing on their tour of Italy over their Christmas break.

Sylvania Township Trustee John Crandall, left, and Sylvania Mayor Craig Stough, right, welcome Woodstock City Counselors Ron Fraser and Jerry Acchione from Sylvania Sister City, Woodstock, Ontario, Canada, who traveled to Sylvania to participate in the Fall Festival. —by Mary Helen Darah Addressing contemporary trends, this lecture examines Christian approaches to human sexuality. Tickets are $10 each in advance or $15 at the door. Stroke Support Group, 4-6 p.m. ProMedica Flower Hospital Conference Center 5200 Harroun Rd This monthly support group is for stroke survivors and their caregivers. This month’s topic is nutrition and is called “You are What You Eat.” Our support group provides an opportunity for stroke survivors and supporters to share their experiences with one another and receive guidance from clinical stroke specialists. By participating, you will also have access to the many

different community resources available. To learn more about ProMedica’s stroke support group, call 419/291-7537 or email stroke.support@promedica.org.

•Nov. 18 Turkey Time, 10 a.m. Olander, Gorman Preschoolers will have a gobbling fun morning with Mary Leugers and her mascot, Rags. Register.

•Nov. 19 Adopt-a-Road, 9 a.m.-Nn Olander Maintenance Volunteers assist TOPS staff to clean up along Sylvania Avenue from King Road to Mitchaw Road. Register.

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•Nov. 19

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Fall Dinner, Noon-6 p.m. Islamic School of Greater Toledo 25877 Scheider Rd., Perrysburg The Islamic School of Greater Toledo will be holding a fall dinner. The menu includes Lebanese green beans with rice, cabbage rolls, spinach pie, salad and baklava. Vegetarian dinner is available. There will also be a bake sale with homemade, ethnic desserts. Tours of the Center will be given at 1, 3 and 5 p.m. Cost is $12 per person. Children 2 and under are free. For information, call 419/874-8820 or the Center at 419/874-3509.

•Nov. 21 Nursing Mothers Group, 7-8:30 p.m. Ronald McDonald House 3883 Monroe St. ProMedica Toledo Hospital’s Preparation for Parenthood is hosting a nursing mothers group. Come relax in a comfortable environment and spend time with other new breastfeeding moms. This free, ongoing support group is led by a certified lactation consultant who is also a mother. Topics will include breastfeeding lifestyle, sleep for babies and mom, managing time and relationships. An infant scale will be available for impromptu weight checks for the little ones. To register, call 419/2915666.

COMMUNITY EVENTS

Third Annual Collins Chili Cook-Off

•Nov. 22

Thanks for What? Olander Gorman Preschoolers join Eco Discovery! for a look back at what people were thankful for on Thanksgiving. Register.

•Nov. 26 Second Annual All Good Things Craft Show, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Regina Conference Center 6832 Convent Blvd. Handmade items with proceeds benefiting Bethany House shelter.

•Nov. 27 Ostomy Support Group, 2-4 p.m. ProMedica Toledo Hospital Croxton Auditorium 2142 N. Cove Blvd., Would you like to learn more about living with an ostomy? Ostomy support group meetings are informal with a 15-minute education time followed by group participation and break out groups. This is a free event. For additional information, call Annie Foote at 419/291-4634.

Sixty-four adults and children gathered to sample the 11 different kinds of chili at Jim and Carol Collins’ neighborhood fall chili cook-off in their Sylvan Lakes backyard on Oct. 2.

WEN Holds ‘Focus on You’

•Nov. 29 Welcome Winter! Olander Gorman Preschoolers join ECO Discovery! and see what is going on in the winter.

WEN Executive Director Linda Kardux, left, and Linda Fayerweather, right, congratulate ®Cindy Ursall of Socially Cindy and Lisa Halsy of Elite Karate and doTERRA on planning the successful enrichment event, ‘Focus on You: The Person & The Professional’ at Toledo Country Club on Oct. 24.

Epworth United Methodist Church

Christmas Concert

Wednesday, Dec. 7 • 7 p.m.

Come enjoy favorite Christmas carols as arranged for the Canadian Brass Quintet and choir

This year we will also celebrate the 75th anniversary of the bombing of Pearl Harbor. We will feature Christmas music from the 1940s and honor veterans from all branches of the armed services. Epworth United Methodist Church 4855 Central Ave. • Toledo OH 43615 419/531-4236 • info@epworth.com • www.epworth.com

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American Legion Joseph W. Diehn Post 468 gets a new look

The south wall of the building facing the parking lot before it was painted. The Sylvania Legion Riders, a division of the American Legion Joseph W. Diehn Post 468, 5580 Centennial Rd, decided to do something about the condition of the exterior of the building that has been a subject of discussion for quite some time. “The outside of the building so bad and we have been chasing a grant to remedy that for the past two years,” the Riders Director, Tony Roemmele said. Recently the Riders took matters on their own. Roemmele as president of his own union, called Jammie Peppers a representative of the Painters Union Local 7 to see if it would be possible to get some help to paint the exterior of the building. Not only did he get help, he was told Journeyman painters would take care of the job and supply all the paint and other materials as well." They said they would be happy to help the veterans origination" Roemmele recalled. And help they did.

The man lift donated by Manchester Roofing helped complete the job. According to Roemmele, Rob Coss spent three hours on Thursday to power wash the building and was back on Friday to calk the surface and make it ready for painting all on his own time after working his day job as a painter. On Sunday he was joined by Jammie Peppers, Phil Lesniewski and Jim Rader who all spent six hours painting the building. Post members provided lunch and sideline cheering on that day. The painting crew was invited back for a cookout . “This was a tremendous gift to all of us at the Post and we are most grateful,” he assured. Roemmele also called his old boss and friend Scott Kosak of Manchester Roofing to see if he could rent a man lift for the job. "He wouldn't let me rent that equipment but delivered it to the post and picked it up after we were finished without a charge. Scott also

Upcoming production of ‘Hair’ focuses on substance BY MARISA MERCURIO

“The first two things people think about when they think of “Hair” are the 1960s and the nude scene,” says Stephanie Dennehy, director of Cutting Edge Theatre Company’s production of the musical. “And we’re not doing a nude scene.” There definitely are controversial aspects of the show—sexual innuendos, language, drug paraphernalia—but what else would you expect from a revolutionary musical about the turbulent 1960s? According to Dennehy, the script, despite the musical being famous for it, never alludes to a nude scene. “When I started to do some soul searching, I found ‘Hair’ is about Vietnam, the Civil Rights movement, and the conflict young men had as to whether or not they were going to fight,” Dennehy explains. “I’m hoping our production has more to do with the actual story than the shock factor. I think there’s a story line and so much more to ‘Hair.’” “Hair” was the first rock musical and Dennehy attributes the emergence of later seminal musicals like “Rent” and “Hamilton,” to the groundbreaking musical, which was first performed in 1967. Dennehy also would like her production to draw on the connection between then and now. “I feel as if there is a huge correlation between the show and today. There was a lot of unrest, or uncertainty, and I think that exists now.” And because the musical will be actor- and plotdriven, tech will be limited. Dennehy believes Nederhouser Community Hall at Olander Park, where the musical will be performed, is perfect for such a focus. “It’s more interactive,” she says. “There’s choreography performed around the audience.” Her hopes for “Hair” are simply that people leave with a sense of the similarities

between then and now. “And,” Dennehy laughs, “that there is more substance to the show than a nude scene.” “Hair” runs Nov. 11-12 at 8 p.m. and Nov. 13 at 2:30 p.m. at Nederhouser Community Hall at Olander Park, 6930 W. Sylvania Ave. For ticket information, call 419/494-4814 or visit cuttingedgetheatre.org.

Tony Roemmele of the American Legion Joseph W. Diehn Post 468 greeted Ken Grodi of Manchester Roofing and Painters’ Union Local 7 Journeymen Jamie Peppers, Phil Lesniewski, Jim Rader and Rob Coss who volunteered their time and materials to paint the exterior of the building. paid for the gas for the lift. That was fantastic happened with the help from the Painters too!” Roemmele said. Union and Manchester Roofing,” he pointed “We are all so grateful for the work done out. on our building. This wouldn't have

Mobile Meals ‘Season of Suppers’ campaign gets underway

Graber’s Animal Hospital, in partnership with Mobile Meals of Toledo, is helping to feed hungry pets by collecting quality pet food during the month of November. Mobile Meals of Toledo has participated in the “Season of Suppers” campaign during the holidays, now in its 10th year, whose goal is to feed pets of homebound seniors and clients who receive meals from the meal program. This national program through Meals on Wheels America calls attention to the importance of pets to the well-being of homebound clients. Helping keep these companion pets well-fed, healthy and part of the family for as long as possible became the motivating factor behind the campaign. Graber’s Animal Hospital is located at 3311 W. Laskey Rd., just west of Secor Road. The drop-off hours are 8 a.m. to Noon and

1:30 to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday and from 8 a.m. to Noon on Saturday. Graber’s will also accept cash donations to purchase pet food with checks made payable to Mobile Meals of Toledo. “We know that many of our clients are compromising their own nutrition by sharing their meals with their pets, often their best friend and companion. The more service Mobile Meals can provide for pets leads to better health and a longer life for both the meal client and their pet,” said Carolyn Fox, associate executive director of Mobile Meals. For further information on receiving meals or volunteering, contact the Mobile Meals’ office at 419/255-7806 or mobilemeals.org.

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First ‘Kick-Off to the Cook-Off’ to feature Kielbasa Cook-Off winners

Polska Pryba is crowned 2016 Kielbasa King.

ProMedica Flower Hospital Guild members celebrate 85 years of service ProMedica Flower Hospital Guild members celebrated 85 years of service to the hospital and the community on Nov. 1. They honored the Guild’s past presidents, members and community leaders that have supported the Guild’s commitment to serving the community over the years. During its 85 years of service, the PFH Guild received the Stevens Warren Flower Award in 2008 for its milestone support of $2.1 million. The Guild’s gift shop also

received the Flower Hospital volunteer department’s Partnership Award in 2001. PFH Guild’s community support includes Sylvania Schools, Sylvania Area Family Services, The Victory Center, American Heart Association, American Cancer Association, Make A Wish, United Way, Hickman Cancer Center, Goerlich Center and many other departments within ProMedica Flower Hospital.

The second annual All Good Things Art and Gifts Craft Show will be held at the Regina Conference Center on the campus of the Sisters of St. Francis, 6832 Convent Blvd. on Saturday, Nov. 26, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

All proceeds benefit Bethany House, a longterm transitional shelter for victims of domestic violence and their children. Bethany House is sponsored by the Sisters of St. Francis of Sylvania.

All Good Things to hold annual craft show

The Polish-American Community of Toledo, or PACT, will hold the first “Kick-Off to the Cook-Off,” a special kielbasa dinner, on Saturday, Nov. 12 from 2 to 6 p.m. at the Christian Life Center, Olivet Lutheran Church, 5840 Monroe St. The “Kick-Off to the Cook-Off” dinner will feature the top three winners from the previous Kielbasa Cook-Off held last April 23. The dinner will also provide details on the upcoming Sixth Kielbasa Cook-Off in April 2017. The 2016 winners included the first place finisher Jeremy Pryba and the Pryba family; Mike Hofner and Ron Smith of Dziadzia and Busia’s Old Fashioned Kielbasa; and the Adam Michalski family of Michalski’s Special Recipe. In addition, Pryba and Michalski will serve their family’s pierogi. The dinner includes mashed potatoes, gravy, kapusta (sweet & sour cabbage), mizeria (cucumbers in dill sauce), placek (coffee cake) and paczki. Last April, approximately 1,000 people attended the Kielbasa Cook-Off, sampling kielbasa from a dozen different local amateur kielbasa makers. The event raised over $6,000.

As an added bonus, those attending the “Kick-Off to the Cook-Off” will be able to order award-winning homemade kielbasa for Thanksgiving and Christmas directly from these winning competitors. Order forms will be available at the dinner and online at polishcommunity.org. In addition to the dinner, there will be free polka lessons with Sue Sabo Hays, owner, Mini Motions Dance Studio beginning at 1 p.m. Hays is celebrating her 25th year in business and is a former dancer with the Echoes of Poland. The cost is $18 for adults and $5 for children 10 and under. Advanced reservations can be made for $15 at info@polishcommunity.org. The event is open to everyone and there is plenty of free parking. Money raised goes to fund the annual scholarship competition and the Capital Campaign for development of Polish Cultural Center in the Toledo area. Over the past five years, PACT, along with the Toledo Poznan Alliance awarded over $17,000 in scholarship money to area Polish-American high school and college students.

The Sisters of St. Francis in Sylvania will hold the 22nd annual Sister Gretchen’s Christmas Bake Sale on Nov. 11 and 12 in Regina Hall on the Motherhouse grounds of the Sisters and the campus of Lourdes University, their sponsored ministry in education. The event will be held from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 11 and from 9:30 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Nov. 12. The bake sale will include Sister Gretchen’s renowned Polish coffee cake, a variety of nut breads, cakes, pies, fruitcakes, Sister Cabrini’s prized cookies, jams and jellies, assorted cookies, Heavenly Hash, pretzels, and a variety of sugar and gluten free items. All Good Things, the Franciscan art and gift shop which is located next to Regina Hall, will also be open for people looking for

Christmas gifts. Attendees should use the Franciscan Center entrance on Convent Boulevard and follow the bake sale directional signs back to Queen of Peace Chapel. Parking is available in the lot next to the chapel or in the circle drive in front of it. Enter the double glass doors where Madonna and Umbria Halls meet and follow the directional signs to the conference room. The baked goods and the art in All Good Things reflect the gifts and talents of the Sisters, their associates and their friends who made them. They come from the spirit of Franciscan generosity and the desire to share the beauty and riches around us. All proceeds from the two-day sale will go to support the ministries of the Sisters of St. Francis.

Sister Gretchen to hold 22nd annual Christmas Bake Sale

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Lourdes nursing students experience real life situations thanks to simulation

Lourdes Nursing Lab Instructor Sarah Thomas, right, plays the role of the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;interfering girl friendâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; during a clinical simulation while nursing students Corinna Anderson, Taylor Walterreit and Kaitlin Kurz handle a â&#x20AC;&#x2122;patient crisisâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; situation. Lourdes nursing students experience real life situations using human patient simulation, better known as high-fidelity mannequins, with virtual and computerbased simulations, to teach psychomotor skills, or role play. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Because of our well-equipped lab, students are prepared for what could happen during real life experiences,â&#x20AC;? noted Director of the Nursing Skills Learning Lab Melissa Pietrzak, an alumni of Lourdes University School of Nursing. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our simulations provide a rich learning opportunity for students to integrate what they learn in theory while making real-time clinical decisions just as they would in the hospital setting.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thanks to the forward thinking of the administration and the generosity of our many supporters, we have been able to add sophisticated, computerized mannequins that can be programmed to make heart and lung sounds and even simulate giving birth,â&#x20AC;? Pietrzak added. The human life simulators are incorporated into the lab curriculum, where advanced nursing students spend from three to six hours per week. The focus is on

evidence-based practices and fundamentals for those students beginning their clinical experience. The second phase includes pharmacology, assessment and mental health, which could include the utilization of the low-fidelity mannequins, or those without any interactive features. According to Pietrzak, those mannequins are helpful for students in administering medications and giving injections, among other procedures. Simulation has provided a diverse perspective for all of the nursing students that range from first semester students through fourth semester. The interactive mannequins that are provided for each simulation are seen as key in achieving safe, quality, patient-centered care. The learning lab classes provided at Lourdes University give the students the opportunity to deal with complex problems and critical events in a non-threatening environment. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our goal is to prepare our students to build their critical thinking knowledge that will demonstrate sound, safe, clinical decisions,â&#x20AC;? Pietrzak said. According to the National Council of State Boards of Nursing, simulation is an educational process that imitates the working environment and requires the learner to demonstrate procedural techniques, decision-making and critical thinking. Studies show that students involved in active learning obtained through stimulation retain knowledge longer, report more self-confidence and express a higher level of satisfaction with the learning experience. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In addition to our human life simulators, our nursing lab teaching assistants role play and. many times, students will volunteer to play the roles as well. Our simulations are structured around what the students are learning from their theory classes to support all components of learning styles,â&#x20AC;? she explained. â&#x20AC;&#x153;For example, the fourth semester advanced students participate in a simulation that includes a high-fidelity

Lourdes nursing students Kaitlin Kurz and Taylor Walterreit continue to treat their â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;patient,â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Steve, while dealing with his â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;girlfriend,â&#x20AC;&#x2122; played by instructor Sarah Thomas, during a clinical experience in the Lourdes Nursing Lab. mannequin set up to play a â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;manâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; named Steve Austin, who is experiencing a heart condition and was rushed to the hospital. His â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;girlfriend,â&#x20AC;&#x2122; regularly played by staff member Sarah Thomas, interferes with the nursing students dealing with the heart crisis. Those students learn to assess their â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;patientâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;sâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; condition, determine procedures in response to his clinical manifestations, also known as his signs and symptoms, and focus on patient care, while the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;girl friendâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; attempts to distract them. Eventually the goal is to administer actions to save â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Steveâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;sâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; life, all of which is videotaped,â&#x20AC;? she said. Following the simulation experience, students and instructors take time to debrief. This includes reviewing the recorded simulation so the students and instructor can evaluate their performance, which enhances the entire experience, according to Pietrzak. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The advantages to simulation allow the learner to experience a crisis situation before it occurs in the clinical setting,â&#x20AC;? she said.

Paramount Elite gets high rankings Paramount Elite is one of the highest rated Medicare plans in Ohio for customer satisfaction, quality and preventive care. It is one of only five Medicare plans in the state to receive at least 4.5 out of five stars from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. In a survey of Paramount Elite members, 95 percent said they are likely to recommend the program to a friend or coworker. Each year CMS rates Medicare Advantage Plans based on 40 quality and performance measures such as outcomes, patient experience, and access. Since 2015, Paramount has either increased or maintained its star rating on all but three measures. Paramount Elite scored in the top 22 percent of the 364 Medicare Advantage Plan contracts nationwide. Paramount Elite earned five stars for its performance in these areas: Encouraging members to take advantage of preventive services including vaccines, mammograms and colorectal cancer screenings; Helping members to better manage chronic health conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure and mental illness; and Promoting the safe and appropriate use of prescription drugs and importance of medication adherence â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are extremely pleased to earn this recognition which is an indicator of how much our members appreciate and trust our services,â&#x20AC;? said Jack Randolph, Paramount president. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Paramount remains more

committed than ever to providing the highest quality of services, excellence and value to our members.â&#x20AC;? Paramount Elite plans offer Medicare Advantage and Part D coverage to Ohio residents. The plans help cover the costs of services provided by hospitals, physicians, lab tests and some preventive screenings. The Part D component covers prescription drugs.

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Scout Troop Packs Basket for Newborn Girl

YMCA Hosts Legislative Luncheon

L-R: Ohio Senate Representative Edna Brown, District 11; Toledo Councilmen Rob Ludeman, At-Large, and Tom Waniewski, District 5; city of Toledo Mayor Paula Hicks-Hudson; YMCA State Lobbyist Willa Ebersole; and President and CEO of the YMCA of Greater Toledo Brad Toft attended the legislative luncheon. The luncheon was to help Y personnel and elected officials to stay connected and raise awareness of the Y programs, which enhance the quality of life for those in the community.

Olivet Hosts Fall Family Social

Claire, Thomas and Lindsey Kornowa, who attended with their dad, Kevin, enjoyed the family fun activities in the Christian Life Center at Olivet Lutheran Church and trick-or-treating through the church. The event also reinforced giving back to the community by having families donate nonperishable food items to Olivet Lutheran Church’s food bank.

Kenley, Brittany, and Mike Kipplen attended the family Halloween event hosted by the Olivet Christian Nursery School on Sunday, Oct. 23, that included activities, games and decorating pie pumpkins for preschoolers and their siblings.

—by Mary Helen Darah

L-R: Rachael Zachariah, Avery Anderson, Claire Behnfeldt, Ronan French-Hill, Fallon French-Hill, Marissa Vetter, Killeen French-Hill and Katie McInerney, members of Epworth Community Girl Scout Troop 12168, put together a basket of Girl Scout gear and other goodies. The scouts with their leaders Janice French and Laurel Lovitt, delivered the basket to the Toledo Hospital Labor and Deliver department so it can be given to the first baby girl born on Oct. 31 in commemoration of Girl Scout Founder’s day. Troop 12168 is a K-12 community troop and open to girls from any school within the area. The troop meets first Tuesday on the month at Epworth United Methodist Church, 4855 W. Central Ave.

Epworth Holds ‘ Trunk-or-Treat’

Caraline and Charlotte Lindhorst were among the large crowd of attendees who came to the Halloween event that included free treats, a spooky truck and a ‘Holy Smoke BBQ’ following the trick-ortreat fun.

Elisa Swindel brought her grandmother, Robin Campos, to ‘Trunk-or-Treat’ held at Epworth United Methodist Church, located 4855 W. Central Ave., on Oct. 23.

—by Mary Helen Darah

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

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Lourdes Art Department partners with Red Bird; Vote for Art is theme of Nov. 4 Art Walk Seoul, South Korea. She received her Bachelors of Fine Art in Ceramics from Kook-Min University in Korea in 2010 and her MFA from The Ohio State University in 2014 where she developed her studio practice and gained teaching experience. After graduate school, Gunyoung was the long-term ceramic artist-in-residence at Lawrence Art Center in Lawrence, Kan. She recently completed a short-term residency at the Archie Bray Foundation in Helena, Mont.

Red Bird Art Walk

Gunyoung Kim The Lourdes Department of Art and the student organization, ORBIS ARS will host an Artist Lecture Series in partnership with the Red Bird Art Walk. The artist lecture is held in the Canticle Center Gallery from 6 to 7p.m. the first Thursday of the month beginning in November and will run through April. Gunyoung Kim opens the series on Nov. 3. The lecture is free and open to the public and all artists lecturing will also be on exhibit during the corresponding Sylvania Red Bird Art Walk. Gunyoung Kim was born and raised in

The Red Bird Arts District will celebrate the upcoming election at the First Friday Art Walk on Nov. 4 in downtown Sylvania. Explore local arts, enjoy live music and theater performances, shop the boutiques and enjoy food and drink specials. Each stop along the Art Walk offers a different creative and captivating experience. The Nov. 4 Art Walk events include Delineate Opening Show with Carolyn Reed Barritt and Gunyoung Kim at the River Centre Gallery; HELLO, My Name Is… featuring the work of nine new regional artists at the Hudson Gallery. Randy Bennett’s mixed media will be on display at SpaceBar and Upcycling Textiles with scarves and mittens will be available at TK Lane’s Boutique. Christine’s Designs will be on sale

in the Sylvania AdVantage office and Premium Jewelry by Cathy Com along with Steve Raney’s paintings will be featured at Brieschke’s Bakery. Makeup Artist Sharon Smith will be at Revé Salon and Spa; and children’s illustrator Merrill Rainey can be found at Bowinkles. Denise Copp of Holland Street Studio will be featured at Sheffield Road. Antique Cars by Genius Garage and Central Classic Cars is the topic to be found at V Collection. The Sylvania Community Orchestra will entertain at Chandler Café and Kelly Brown’s window paintings can be viewed at J&G’s Pizza Palace. Northview theater students will perform pieces from

“Les Miserables.” Live music will be featured at SodBuster Bar. Gemstone jewelry designer and author Kristen Vasques will talk with guests at Angela’s Angels. Vegan Mineral Cosmetics: “Keeping It Natural” is the theme of the evening at Harmony In Life. Red and blue appetizers will be available at Element 112. Woodcarving by Jean McDonald can be found at the Sylvania Heritage Center Museum. Gail Christofferson’s Mosaic Guitars will be at TREO One2 Lounge. The sculpture garden behind Interrupt Marketing highlights works by Pat Chandler, Joel Schoppman and Jim Rich along with the Roots of Sylvania mural by Dani Fuller.

Shoppers will delight in the newest Downtown Sylvania Association event, Fashionably Main scheduled for Thursday, Nov. 10 from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Discounts can be found at each of the participating stores and restaurants from opening to the end of the day, which culminates at Element 112. This is where Fashionably Main comes alive beginning at 6:30 p.m. Up to 50 guests will enjoy complimentary hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar while they

view seasonal fashions and accessories from V Collection, TK Lane’s Boutique, River Centre Gallery, Etcetera and Spoke Life Cycle modeled on the runway in the Periodic Table, next door to Element 112, beginning at 7 p.m. Beautiful Blooms by Jen will provide that touch of color and scent that only fresh flowers bring to the table. Tickets purchased before the event are $25 and can be obtained at TK Lane’s, 5675 N. Main St. The cost is $30 at the door the day of the event.

Fashionably Main, a new DSA shopping experience and style show, debuts in downtown

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Megan Hentge, Ben DeVorss and Shannon Solt greet guests in the Bittersweet Farms Center in the Sylvania Historical Village.

Bittersweet Center for the Community opens in Sylvania Historical Village

The new Bittersweet Center for the Community opened Oct. 31. Hours are 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Monday through Friday. The Bittersweet Center for the Community will act as an additional site for the Bittersweet Day Program, as well as a space to showcase the work of Bittersweet artists and local artists. Shoppers will also have the opportunity to learn about Bittersweet and the services offered to individuals with autism. According to Bittersweet Marketing Director Shannon Solt, the shop will also be open during art walks, Small Business Saturday and the Miracle on Main weekend. “This shop has been in the plans for some time,” Solt said. “The staff of Bittersweet

Farms has been working on developing their products and trying to get them established in the community. When the small cottage in the Sylvania Historical Village became available, it was thought this would be a perfect opportunity to introduce artwork created by Bittersweet Farms participants, as well as to bring more awareness to autism.” The artwork features fused glass items, ceramic ornaments and magnets, woven rugs and placemats, paintings and mixed media canvases. In addition, they offer culinary products which include basil pesto, tomato chutney and cookies. Bittersweet t-shirts are also for sale.

Trinity and Nathaniel Roshong have fun hanging out with Arnold’s hammer.

Zach Adkins and his mother, Lynn, stop into the new Bittersweet Farms Center in the Historic Village.

Natalie Kissinger of the Cutting Edge Theatre Group entertains in the rain at the bandstand.

Campbell Kozak finds the perfect pumpkin in the pumpkin patch made possible by Sunset Village.

Angela Rensch and her children David and Adam talk with Lyndsey Stough about their historic photo that was taken in the Sylvania Historical Village.

Marshall Silvernail helps Deaken Gilliam get the bean bag in the right spot in the children’s activity center held in the Sylvania Historic Village.

Katie Lucius paints an interesting design on McKyla Mills’ face in the children’s activity area. Westgate Chapel volunteers were in charge of the children’s area.

Andrew Howell, Max Amialchuk, Ethan Martinez, Josh Burton, T.J. Marsalek, Ben Roth, Collin Howell, Zach Burton, Logan Ripple, Paul Martinez, Tyler Burton and Levi Martinez of Boy Scouts Troop 154 help cook and sell hot dogs despite the rain.

The University of Toledo and ProMedica have joined together in an Academic Aﬃliation to enhance medical education and health care in our region. It’s the next generation of medicine.

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Sylvaniaâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Then and Now: 5763 North Main Street BY GAYLEEN GINDY LOOKING BACK

The next property on our historical tour of North Main Street has an address of 5763 Main St. and has a catalog home or kit home on it that was constructed in 1915. The style was called a bungalow. These â&#x20AC;&#x153;kitâ&#x20AC;? homes were high quality homes that could be ordered from a catalog and then delivered by railroad on the Toledo & Western Electric Railway that was in Sylvania from 1901 through 1935. You, or your builder, could pick up the parts to your entire home, and you received everything, from the pre-cut lumber, to carved staircases, solid oak built-ins, nails, varnish, knobs as well as complete instructions. Records show that on April 8, 1914, John and Catherine Olrich purchased this property on Main Street. They were married on May 3, 1900, in Riga, Mich. The 1910 census shows them living in Ottawa Lake, Mich. His occupation was listed as a farmer. At that time, he was listed as owning his farm and house, free from mortgage. In 1914, they sold their farm in the country and purchased this property in the village of Sylvania and, by 1915, moved into their new home. An article in the June 25, 1916, Sylvania Sentinel said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;John Olrich is building a garage at his home that will conform to the style of his bungalow.â&#x20AC;? Federal census counts are documented every 10 years and the 1920, 1930 and 1940 census shows the Olrichs living in this house. A 1950 article in the Sylvania Sentinel reports that Mr. and Mrs. Olrich were celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary. Within a few months of this event, John Olrich died at the age of 75. His obituary notice said that he had been serving as vice president and director of the Sylvania Savings Bank, and director of the Community Savings and Loan Association, which was an affiliate of the Sylvania Savings Bank. He had also worked full-time for 23 years as a representative of the Toledo Sugar Company and prior to that was a very successful farmer. He was a life member of Zion Lutheran Church. His wife, Katherine, survived him. They had no children. A 1956 building permit allowed Mrs. Olrich to make repairs to the garage on the property, which had been damaged by a small fire. A 1957 building permit was issued to Mrs. Olrich allowing her to enclose a rear porch, with no

changes to the foundation of the existing home. Mrs. Olrich continued to live in this home until 1975 and at that time she moved to the Lutheran Orphans and Old Folks Home in Toledo. She signed over this home to the Sylvania Savings Bank Company, as trustee, in 1975, and, in 1977, the bank sold the home in order to pay her expenses. On July 6, 1980, Mrs. Olrich celebrated her 100th birthday, and on May 2, 1981, she passed away. Both Mr. and Mrs. Olrich are buried in Ravine Cemetery in Sylvania. He had lived in this home for 35 years and she for 60 years. On March 22, 1977, William E. and Susan A. Cutshall purchased this home. They were the second owners and lived here for 29 years. In 2006, they sold to the third owners, Monty L. and Brandi Ruch. In 2009, the house was taken over by the Secretary of the Department of Housing and was sold by sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sale to the fourth, and current owner on June 8, 2009. This house is a perfect example of a Craftsman style bungalow that was built to last â&#x20AC;Ś 101 years old and going strong.

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Local business owners relocate GearMasters Garage

Josh Radtkin and Nate Ehmann

Toledo Architect receives AIA Ohio Mentor Award The American Institute of Architects Ohio honored architect Louise M. Schlatter, AIA, NCARB, for her role as a to mentor younger colLouise Schlatter leagues pursuing a career in architecture. She received the award in a ceremony at the Akron Public Library on Oct.7. The event was part of AIA Ohio’s 2016 Convention. AIA Ohio Mentor Award is given to an architect who through dedication to the profession has committed themselves to assisting and ad-

vancing knowledge and skills of those entering the profession. “Louise has been an inspirational member of AIA Toledo,” said AIA Ohio President Gregg Strollo, AIA. “She has mentored many AIA associates, assisting them in their professional development and serving as a role model to young women in the profession who look to their peers in leadership positions.” She is a Master Architect with SSOE in Toledo where she spends countless hours assisting and developing younger staff. She was the first architect from AIA Toledo to volunteer with the ENGAGE Studio for ARE candidates. Schlatter is known for challenging and encouraging her mentees as well as helping them pursue and achieve their goals.

Brookview Dental sponsored its 15th annual “Great Candy Buyout” on Nov. 1 and 2. Children were encouraged to bring their leftover Halloween candy to the office where they received $1 per pound.

Collected candy will be sent to U.S. troops stationed overseas through “operation gratitude.” Brookview Dental is located at 7135 Sylvania Ave.

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Sylvania area residents Nate Ehmann of Freedom Tax and Josh Radtkin of ProAm Belts have been partners at the full-service maintenance and repair center GearMasters Garage for over a year. Last month, they relocated the business from Maumee to 320 Oakdale Ave., where they joined forces with Hank Shuester of Shuester Auto Sales. “We are all very excited about this opportunity,” Ehmann said. “Hank was thrilled to have us buy the building and move GearMasters next to his business. We work well together. And, this is a great opportunity for us to partner with someone who offers very affordable vehicles that we know are in good condition,” he added. “With the move and the affiliation with Shuester Auto Sales, we have added a financing component to our business,” Ehmann said. “In fact, we can even finance auto repairs so you won’t have to spend your Christmas money on that new brake job your vehicle needed,” he pointed out. “We offer senior discount and we have monthly discounts, as well.” According to Ehmann and Radtkin, GearMasters is a one-stop shop for vehicles. “We do everything from simple oil changes to replacing transmissions,” Ehmann said. “We do body work and we have a state-of-the-art custom paint booth. We also offer dynometer tuning and can assess a vehicle’s performance. We have the ability to modify and super charge any vehicle,” he noted. “And, we can even build a car from the ground up,” he said. “Our Gear Masters have the ability to modernize classic cars,

do restoration work on any make or model vehicle and make vehicles street- or even race track-ready. We have a team of designers to provide custom car wraps for either personal or business use, from racing or pin stripes to company logos and more,” Ehmann promised. “We wanted to separate our garage, making it different from others, and offer a one-stopshop,” he added. According to Radtkin, the head mechanic or Gear Master, has over 22 years of experience and the other mechanic has 45 years of experience. “We have Gear Masters who can work on today’s sophisticated vehicles as well as the older model cars before computers,” Radtkin noted. “We offer a higher quality, personalized service, better quality products all at better prices,” Ehmann promised. “We offer senior discounts and monthly specials such as our offer for brake pads and installation for $89.95. Those monthly specials can be found on our Facebook page,” he said. “And our trustworthy Gear Masters build relationships with our clients,” he added. “We also assist our customers with insurance claims,” Radtkin offered. “We work with individual customers or also offer commercial or fleet accounts.” “While we are not involved in the day-to-day operation, Nate has a passion for cars and knows a lot about the business while I will be involved with the marketing and promotion,” Radtkin said.

The Erie Shores Council of the Boy Scouts of America recently conducted an online campaign to acquaint potential scout moms with the ScoutMoms.org website. The Boy Scouts, staff and volunteers use the site, scoutmoms.org, to annually recognize outstanding local Scout Moms who are nominated for their service. The fall campaign resulted in a 557 percent increase in sessions on the site and an 84 percent increase in the average time spent reading the Scout Mom stories. “Our Scout Moms program is so important to us,” said Edward Caldwell, Scout executive and CEO for the Erie Shores Council of the Boy Scouts of America. “This is our way of recognizing the amaz-

ing moms who go out of their way to help make scouting an adventure for all involved. We’re very proud of the fact that our fall campaign helped bring thousands of potential Scout Moms from all over our four-county area to scoutmoms.org to read the stories of these exceptional women,” Caldwell added. Thanks to the campaign, the Erie Shores Council Facebook website, facebook.com/erieshorescouncil, recorded a 934 percent increase in overall reach during the four-week campaign. From the looks of the fall recruiting results, the campaign has created a lot of excitement with an increase in parents signing up their sons for both Tiger and Cub Scouts.

The Toledo Tennis Club’s existing Har Tru courts will be rebuilt with financing from Signature Bank. When complete, there will be 15 brand new courts; five hard courts and 10 Har Tru (clay) courts, making it the most up-todate outdoor tennis facility in northwest Ohio. TTC Board President Steve Nixon said, “We are very excited about this upgrade as it has been over 40 years since the courts were originally installed. While TTC has always been a wonderful social place for tennis, we have been concerned about the condition of our courts. Our members are avid players and we know that the courts are one of the most important factors in joining a club.”

Toledo Tennis Club is a nonprofit, boardoperated club so having capital available for projects like this is important and not easily obtained. Steve continued, “Signature Bank was extremely helpful in understanding our club structure and working with us to get a line of credit to finance this project. Because they are a local bank, and are familiar with the club and many of its members, they were willing to help us when others were not.” TTC is one of the oldest tennis clubs in the United States. It was founded in 1885 and honored in 2003 by the United States Tennis Association. The club will reopen next May.

Bittersweet Gardens and Maumee-based Sunshine Communities celebrated the end of the fall harvest with a tour of Bittersweet and a lunch prepared by greenhouse and culinary crews from the organizations. Lunch included tortilla pesto roll-ups, pesto flatbread pizzas, pesto hummus, fresh veggies, and fruit.

Sunshine grows basil for Bittersweet’s shelfstable pesto. During its 2016 harvest season, Sunshine provided 230 pounds of basil to Bittersweet. The process of growing the basil and producing the pesto provides job training and vocational opportunities at both organizations to individuals with developmental disabilities.

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Summit Wealth Management formed within UBS Financial Services

L-R: Brad Doglin, Brad Tyo, Spencer Stone, Craig Warnimont and Dick Green. UBS veteran Financial Advisors Richard Green and Brad Dolgin have joined with financial advisors Brad Tyo, Spencer Stone and Craig Warnimont to form Summit Wealth Management Group at UBS Financial Services Inc. in Sylvania. “Our vision is to create a personalized wealth management group to help serve our clients and meet their financial goals. We all share the same philosophy about fostering solid, long-term relationships. We firmly believe in being good stewards of our clients’assets and customizing each client experience in a meaningful and thoughtful fashion,” Richard Green stated. Through the team’s combined 200 years of experience, Summit Wealth Management is able to help offer financial solutions and personalized service to clients. “This business was less complex when I first started many years ago. Now it is much more intricate, which makes the team concept compelling. We each have different skill sets and areas of experience to help address the evolving financial needs of our clients,” Stone said. “Together, we propose solutions that are in our clients’ best interests. We all place a strong emphasis on education and keep current with new regulations. We stay ahead of the curve.” To demonstrate the team’s diverse background, Green has a law degree from The University of Toledo (he does not perform this function at UBS), Dolgin has experience in running a private family business, Warnimont is a Chartered Financial Analyst, Tyo has a background in public accounting (he does not perform this function at UBS) and Stone has an MBA in finance and has always been involved in portfolio management. “We assist our clients with finding solutions to complex financial matters. We also spend a good bit of our time listening to our clients and advising them along with collaborating with them in the planning process. We help them with goal setting and build re-

lationships with each of our clients,” Warnimont noted. “Wealth management is more than helping to manage our clients’ money. We discover what is important to each of our clients and we make plans with them to help them realize their dreams,” Tyo said. Building on its history of over 150 years, UBS is committed to bringing its global resources to bear on the portfolios of high net worth individuals to help them pursue their wealth management goals. Customized solutions are delivered by dedicated Financial Advisors who are aligned to help give clients confidence in reaching their goals no matter what the environment. Dick Green, Brad Dolgin, Brad Tyo, Craig Warnimont and Spencer Stone are Financial Advisors with UBS Financial Services Inc. a subsidiary of UBS AG. Member FINRA/SIPC in Sylvania, Ohio (5757 Monroe Street, Sylvania, Ohio 43560). The information contained in this article is not a solicitation to purchase or sell investments. Any information presented is general in nature and not intended to provide individually tailored investment advice. The strategies and/or investments referenced may not be suitable for all investors as the appropriateness of a particular investment or strategy will depend on an investor’s individual circumstances and objectives. Investing involves risks and there is always the potential of losing money when you invest. The views expressed herein are those of the author and may not necessarily reflect the views of UBS Financial Services Inc. In providing wealth management services to clients, we offer both investment advisory and brokerage services which are separate and distinct and differ in material ways. For information, including the different laws and contracts that govern, visit ubs.com/workingwithus.

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Fashion Show Benefits Zepf Center

Zepf Center CEO Jennifer Moses accepts checks from Amy Parker of Amy’s Allie, which are the proceeds from the Sept. 22 Style and Swirl Fall/Holiday Fashion Show held at M’Osteria. Najwa Kassem, R.Ph. of Westgate Family Pharmacy was also a sponsor of the event and made a contribution to the Zepf Center. ‘Amy is the first business owner to ever step forward to support the Zepf Center. This is truly commendable and we are so appreciative,’Moses stated.

VP of Commercial Lending Named

Aaron Weimer has been appointed assistant vice president, commercial

loan officer, for GenoaBank’s Sylvania branch. He has over 12 years of experience in the banking industry. ‘Aaron brings a great amount of expertise to our commercial lending department. We are confident he will serve our customers’ commercial lending needs while increasing GenoaBank’s lending ability across all areas,’said Martin P. Sutter, GenoaBank’s President and CEO. Weimer will be based in the bank’s Sylvania branch but will be available to provide commercial lending at any of the bank’s other branches.

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Lutheran Homes Society changes name to better reflect mission

Genacross President/CEO Rick Marshall and the Rev. Jim Dumke, Ph.D., along with CFO Lorinda Shalk, VP Denise Gannam and VP Jeff Schulte, remove the covering to reveal the organizations new name at a ceremony on Oct. 18.

In an unveiling ceremony at its Ministry Support office, Lutheran Homes Society, one of the area’s largest nonprofit providers of senior housing and services, officially changed its name to Genacross Lutheran Services on Oct. 18. “Our new name reflects our expanding breadth of services,” said President/CEO Rick Marshall. “It represents our promise to embrace changes in ourselves and our services whenever they enable us to serve those in and around northwest Ohio and southeast Michigan better.” The name change came after months of research and planning. The name, which was approved by the Board of Directors late last summer, acknowledges the fact that the 156year-old organization that began serving orphans and then seniors, has expanded its care and services in order to remain a viable and effective provider in today’s changing health care environment. “Today, Genacross Lutheran Services touches the lives of people of every age and across many generations,” Marshall explained. The organization’s services include youth care and treatment, family counseling, home health, inpatient and outpatient therapy, mental health counseling, community services, affordable housing, adult day services and senior living options. Genacross Lutheran Services has been serving and inspiring people in need since 1860. Today, nearly 3,600 people of all ages throughout northwest Ohio and southeast Michigan benefit from Genacross programs and services that foster compassionate care and wellness in

many areas of life. Ministries include the World Creek, Toledo, Sandusky and Napoleon campuses, which provide skilled nursing, memory care and rehabilitation services and some provide assisted living and independent living options, as well. Genacross housing and community services include Luther Crest, Luther Grove and Luther Woods in Toledo, Luther Ridge and Luther Hills of Oregon, Luther Haus, Temperance, Mich., Luther Meadows, Gibsonburg, Luther Oaks, Norwalk, Luther Pines, Lima, Covenant Harbor in Oak Harbor, Bethany Place in Fremont and Kettle Run of Bucyrus. Genacross Adult Day Center combines health services with social and therapeutic activities for a comprehensive, caring approach that is individualized for each participant. Genacross Family and Youth Services provides residential and community-based treatment, parental support, behavioral health, day habilitation and homemaker/personal care services to at-risk youth, families and adults throughout Ohio and the region. Northwest Ohio Home Care Partners is a home health agency provide skilled nursing and therapy services to help people recover in their homes in Henry, Lucas, Wood, Ottawa, Erie and Sandusky counties. Genacross Lutheran Services is a nonprofit, Christian organization that employs more than 1,000 people and is supported by the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod and nearly 170 Lutheran congregations across the region.

Dermatology Associates Cut Ribbon

Front row, L-R: Dr. Beth Zavell, Dr. Christy Lorton, Dr. Sarah Stierman, Sylvania Mayor Craig Stough, Dr. Abdul El Tal and Dr. Deborah Burke Thaler participate in the ribbon cutting ceremony while Aestheticians Jarrod Alexander, Lee Bates Kreuger, Jami Baker and Kim Ando and Certified Physician Assistants Maureen Sayer and Sherri Whitcomb look on. The new office opened in the Progressive Wellness Center at 7640 Sylvania Ave.

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Board & Brush Creative Studio to open

Lindsay Camargo Last year, Lindsay Camargo spent an evening making a sign out of wood at a Board & Brush Creative Studio out of state. “It was so much fun to do and the sign I made looks professionally done. It is hanging over our front door,” Camargo noted. “I knew right then that this was something I wanted to bring back to Sylvania.” That decision was affirmed when she spoke with the co-founder, Julie Selby, who started the company in March 2015, after hosting a ‘Girls Night Out’ in her basement. “There is nothing like this in the area.” Camargo leased a 1,500-square-foot retail space at 6725 W. Central Ave. in the St. James Shopping Plaza from Eidi Properties. “This is an ideal location for my studio. It is close to the highway and convenient for people from all over northwest Ohio and southeast Michigan. There is also lots of parking and several restaurants in the plaza for those who may want to include

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lunch or dinner as part of their experience,” she said. According to Camargo, guests sign up online for a workshop and indicate which item they wish to make in their two-and-a-half-to-threehour session. When they arrive for their scheduled workshop, all the materials needed to make the desired items are ready to go. “Step-by-step instructions are provided so everyone, regardless of skill level, is able to complete his or her desired project. Guests are guided through from beginning to end in order to achieve the desired result while enjoying a glass of wine or beer,” she said. The walls of the studio are filled with examples depicting the many choices of signs that can be created and the many different themes that can be used. “The possibilities are endless. Guests can choose to make holiday-themed signs or signs for specific rooms in their homes. There is also a custom stencil process, which allows guest to personalize their piece with their name, initials, dates or other significant words,” she explained. In addition to signs, guests can also make wooden herb boxes, flowerpots, and organizer chalkboards, to name a few other projects. They also have a new ‘tween party theme where they can make pillows during the workshop event. “And each workshop is a fun-filled event in a positive environment. This is a place where people can be creative, have a great time and take home a piece to enjoy.” Camargo said the studio can be used for birthday parties, showers, corporate team building events and more. Groups can plan on three hours of studio creativity and can select from several wood sign projects from which to choose. All of the materials, including wall hangers, are provided.

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Jennifer Brouwer of the Janet Phleger Foundation presented $3,000 checks to Elizabeth Smith and Talva Warrick of The University of Toledo, Emily Hayman, The Ohio State University, and Hailey Snider, University of Toledo, at the 10th annual Costumes for Cancer event and the scholarship presentation held Oct. 22 at the St. Joseph Family Center. Northview graduate Noah Noviski, of The Ohio State University, also a recipient, was unable to attend.

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Fifth Annual Fire Safety Day is a Hit

The Kingston Lion aka Austin Bennett gets a group hug from Andrew Meyers and Emily, Bella and Gabby Stahl inside of Fire Station #4 located at 8210 Sylvania Ave. during the fifth annual Fire Safety Day, Oct. 15.

Kingston Cedoz and his dad, Jeremiah, are congratulated by Sylvania Township Fire Chief Jeff Kowalski. Kingston was one of 16 boys and girls to win a bike as part of Fire Prevention Week.

Simone Smith clutches her balloon dog carefully as she waits in line to explore one of the big fire rigs on display.

Dylan and Lauren Hesser look right at home in their fire helmuts as they ride in the fire truck, one of the many attractions available for families to enjoy while learning about fire safety.

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Dressed as Gilligan’s Island castaways, Matt Squibb, David Navarre, David Garner, Scott and Barbara Hudson, Dani Miller and Rae Betz were content to be ‘stranded’ in TranSylvania.

Eric and Jennifer Dubow and Tracy and Doug Jerabek joined in the fun at ‘TranSylvania’ hosted by the Sylvania Community Arts Commission on Oct. 22 at The Barn at Shade Rock Farms in Ottawa Lake, Mich.

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Savvy Sylvania Goes Dental A Visit with Timothy Tomase, DDS of Tomase Dental Care BY MARY HELEN DARAH

Regular dental visits took a backseat while I battled breast cancer. Months somehow turned into years since this Savvy Sylvanian dragged herself into the dentist. My fear of being reprimanded for not coming in was far greater than my concern for my dental health (I’m a heck of a flosser). I contacted Tomase Dental Care and was thankful that the person who scheduled my appointment was not only pleasant but non-judgemental. The big day arrived. I was greeted by Kate Sentle, the highly efficient, warm and welcoming office manager at Tomase Dental Care. She proceeded to take my medical history and walked me through the “game plan” for my visit. I was then greeted by Dr. Timothy Tomase and dental hygienist Donna Szenderski. Both examined my pearly whites and I must say, in the time away from the world of dentistry, things certainly have changed. I was introduced to digital imaging, intra-oral cameras, computers in every exam room, movie goggles for longer procedures and something called a Cavitron that uses high frequency ultrasound waves to clean teeth. The hygienist, Donna, began taking what are called ‘pocket measurements’ to measure the health of my gums. I was a bit deflated with the results in a few places but she said things could be reversed with diligence and a bit of fine tuning. I then was examined by Dr. Tomase. I managed to ask him a few questions even while dealing with drool, saliva and having my plaque scraped. My inquiring mind learned that Dr. Tomase didn’t always want to be a

dentist and was a business major as an undergrad. “I loved my dentist and he kept telling me it was the best profession in the world. Next you thing you know I was an Ohio State University dental graduate and did a hospital dental residency at the Medical College of Ohio. He was right. I just love what I do,” stated Dr. Tomase. Dr. Tomase bought his practice in 1987 and confirmed my observation that dentistry has greatly changed. “My older patients can’t believe how painless the shots are now,” stated Dr. Tomase. “New equipment, digital dentistry, impressions, crowns...it is just amazing. Whitening is still a big thing and to me it’s one of the best procedures out there.What hasn’t changed is building relationships. Everyone has a story. The staff does an excellent job at learning about patient’s fears and concerns. What has remained constant is my belief that your team is still your biggest asset. We have people who love what they do.” I wanted to ask him if he ever pricked himself with Novocaine like in the comic sketch with Tim Conway and Harvey Korman but I thought the better of it. Instead I asked him what the most rewarding aspect of his job is. “I worked with a young lady, who after seeing the improvements we made, started crying. Later, we learned that she wanted to change her smile because she was healing from being sexually abused. Another lady wanted to change her smile because she was bullied by kids because her teeth were dark. Even subtle changes make a huge difference. The impact I get to make in a person’s life is the most rewarding,” he said.

The Savvy Sylvanian gets examined by Dr. Timothy Tomase at Tomase Dental Care, located at 7616 King's Point Rd. I left with a promise to return for additional “tweaking,” a toothbrush and toothpaste. I hate to admit how overly excited I was to discover an “adult goodie basket” next to the one for kids. It took me roughly 2.7 seconds to dive into it. When I first arrived, Dr. Tomase and his staff all expressed that they want to their guests to feel relaxed and at home in their environment. I must say, if it weren’t for a few gum issues and stubborn plaque removal moments, I felt downright pampered and relaxed. I will no longer fear picking up the phone to make my next appointment.

L-R: Dental hygienist Donna Szenderski, Dr. Timothy Tomase and Office Manager Kate Sentle at Tomase Dental Care, made the Savvy Sylvanian feel welcomed and relaxed during a long-overdue dental visit.

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Gala Raises Funds for Valentine Theatre

Jori Jex, executive director of the Valentine Theatre, welcomes Mari Davies, executive director of the Toledo Ballet, to the 18th annual Benefit Theatre Funding Gala, held Oct. 21 at the Valentine Theatre.

L-R: Tony Montoya, Glenda Garrison, and Judy and David Miller help support the Valentine Theatre as its 121st anniversary is celebrated.

Dr. Tom Sodeman and wife Kelby, attend the annual event that included dinner, the concert, dessert and a post-concert disco party hosted by Denny Schaffer.

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Sylvania Seniors are riding in style

Driver Heather Rohrs, second from left, assists passengers George McGuckin, Sr., Angela Lee and Mary Shoemaker from the new Sylvania Senior Center bus so they can be part of the Monday activities at the center.

Sylvania School District residents who require transportation to the Sylvania Senior Center are now riding in style thanks to the new bus the board of trustees authorized for purchase late last summer. “We all think transportation is one of the most important services we can provide,” emphasized Sylvania Senior Center Executive Director Julie Graf. Heather Rohrs and Chuck Townsend share transportation duties for the center. Eligible seniors living in the district can sign up to ride the bus to the center Monday through Thursday. They can also catch rides when the bus is scheduled to make grocery store runs and other shopping trips.On Wednesdays, the bus transports members of the Joe LaConey Band to their scheduled gigs, bringing music to residents of area assisted living facilities and others. Seniors also hop on their bus to visit local venues of interest during specific scheduled outings such as a fall colors trip or a to a museum. Graf pointed out that the bus was pur-

chased from Tesco, an Oregon, Ohio company and can hold up to 18 passengers or 16 and two wheel chairs. The new bus replaces one that had been purchased in 2005. Senior Center staff member Deb Rozek, who also serves as office manager, is the transportation coordinator.

Other Senior Center News

The Sylvania Senior Center, 7140 Sylvania Ave., will hold its annual flag box ceremony on Thursday, Nov. 20, 2 p.m. Those who have previously ordered a flag box at asked to bring their flag by 1:30 p.m. Nov. 10 in order for its to be placed in its flag box. The Center will also host a Red Cross blood drive on Saturday, Nov. 12, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Donors may wish to wear their Michigan or Ohio State colors. An Election Day bake sale will be held Tuesday, Nov. 8. Donations are needed. Finally, there will be a chili dinner fundraiser on Thursday, Nov. 17, 5-7 p.m.

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‘Solar Superstorms’ at Appold

L-R: Jamie Squibb and Lindsay Scypta were pleased with the turnout a ceramics workshop. Lourdes adjunct art instructor Scypta held an “Explore the Arts” workshop at the Canticle Center where students and adults created ceramics from clay.

Visitors Create Art at Lourdes

Elizabeth Theaker, a senior at Lourdes, tries her hand a molding the clay.

Allison Rausch is all concentration as she creates her ceramic vase. –by Marissa Mercurio

What can cause our normally benign sun to erupt in such fury that it can threaten the world’s power and technological infrastructure? Solar Superstorms at the Appold Planetarium takes audiences into the inner workings of Earth’s star. It follows the path of hot electrified gas as it rises from the sun’s core, through its tangled journey through the sun’s volatile outer layers, and on to explosive magnetic eruptions so powerful they can reach Earth. Featuring visualizations of cutting edge supercomputer simulations and narrated by actor Benedict Cumberbatch, viewers will also witness the beautiful spectacle of the aurora borealis also known as the Northern Lights. Admission prices for Solar Superstorms are $5 for adults and $4 for children 12 and under. The family-friendly shows are offered at

Lourdes University, 6832 Convent Blvd., at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 5, 12, and 19 and on Friday, Nov. 11. Reservations are recommended. Email planetarium@lourdes.edu or call 419/5178897.

Lourdes University Provost Geoffrey J. Grubb, Ph.D., announced that area students now have the opportunity to earn a bachelor of arts degree with a criminal justice and social work double major. Through this distinctive degree program, students can strengthen their employability and earn advanced standing in pursuit of a master of social work degree. Most importantly, this educational path allows students to complete their master’s degree in less time with a significant cost savings. “More and more local and regional agencies are contacting Lourdes University seeking criminal justice graduates who have academic and professional experience in working with vulnerable populations. Rather than just providing law and order, criminal justice personnel are being called upon to work more effectively with victims and offenders as well as their families and communities,” says Terry Keller, ABD, MSW/MBA, chair of Social Work

and Interim Dean of the College of Education and Human Services. “Lourdes University has a long history of preparing graduates who succeed in the criminal justice profession while being positive, creative forces in their community. This double major allows us to better serve our students and the general public,” added Dale Lanigan, chair of Sociology and Justice Studies. Graduates of this double major program can gain employment in the public and private sector as probation and parole officers, juvenile justice counselors and social workers. With the increased demand for healthcare and social services, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics forecasts continued growth in social work employment. In its annual Occupational Outlook Handbook, the U.S. Department of Labor projects a 12 percent employment growth for social workers by the year 2024, faster than the average for all occupations.

Appold Planetarium supporters

The Appold Planetarium’s most recent renovations were made possible by Jim and Pat Appold. Solar Superstorms is made possible and sponsored by First Solar, a global leader in photovoltaic) solar energy solutions. “We are so pleased to have First Solar as an Appold Planetarium supporter. Through their generosity, we are able to provide stellar programming that educates young students and carries visitors of all ages to the stars,” says Planetarium Director Laura J. Megeath, Ph.D.

New double major offered at Lourdes

SCHOOL NEWS

SCOTT NELSON

SUPERINTENDENT SPEAKS

Sylvania is a distinctive community with a rich history which is reflected in Sylvania Schools. I quickly understood this and realized that Sylvania was an exceptional place to raise our family when we moved here 18 years Scott Nelson ago. I am heartened with this unique experience, as I consistently encounter past students who have stayed in Sylvania after graduation, or left and then came back to Sylvania because they want to raise their families and send them to Sylvania Schools. The value of what Sylvania Schools brings to the community is incalculable. The high quality of life we enjoy in Sylvania is echoed in the high quality, distinctive reputation Sylvania Schools has throughout the state of Ohio. Sylvania is a destination community because of Sylvania Schools. We must continue to provide an educational experience which prepares our students for

SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE | FIRST NOVEMBER 2016 | 3B success in a complex 21st century society. To be successful, our students will not only need to be able to compete on a local, state and national level, they will need to be able to compete globally. Sylvania Schools is preparing our students for a new world. Sylvania Schools also prepares our students to be good citizens and to serve and give back to others. The countless community hours spent by our students supporting those who can’t help themselves through raking the yards of the elderly, clothing and food drives, or raising money for cancer research and raising mental health awareness profoundly improves the lives of so many in the Sylvania Community. The ability of Sylvania schools to sustain and excel in all of these areas will be considerably jeopardized without the passage of Issue 17. This Nov. 8 will be a pivotal chapter in the history of Sylvania Schools. I am asking you to remember those individuals who supported you when you went through school; I am asking you to support our students by voting FOR Issue 17. Strong Schools Strong Sylvania!

Holy Trinity Musical Features Sylvanians

Holy Trinity School students, grades 5 through 8, will present ‘I’ve Got A Golden Ticket,’ a tribute to Willy Wonka. The play will be presented Nov. 17, at 7 p.m., in the school’s Community Center in Assumption. There is no cost. Sylvanians involved in the production include L-R, back row: Joshua Gray as Candy Man, Dismas Dillon as Joe Peck, Simon Cromly as Grandpa Joe, Peter LaPlante as Willy Wonka, Gabby Gill as Violet, Sarah Miller as Mrs. Bucket, and far left, front row: Raegan Fisher as Charlie Bucket. Oompa Loompas and townspeople include far right, back row: Riley Cousino, and remaining front row: Blaise Dillon, Veronica Dillon, Caroline Davis, Adison Fisher, and Kara Kucway.

SV student takes first in grocery competition

Southview Assistant Principal Stan Joplin congratulates Trey Watson on his top five finish in the Kroger ‘Best Bagger’ competition. Bagging has been an important step for many associates who have pursued long and rewarding careers in the grocery industry. Kroger’s Best Bagger competition features associates with company pride and an enthusiastic commitment to customer service. Trey Watson represented District L as he claimed the Columbus division Best Bagger title at the 2016 division competition. The competition included five additional finalists who had bested hundreds of other Kroger competitors to qualify for the division contest. For Trey it is all about the customer. “I focus on

St. Joseph’s offers ‘Positive Directions’

The 31st year of Positive Direction officially began at St. Joseph School in Sylvania on Oct. 26. Positive Direction is a long-standing program brought to students by the parentvolunteer organization and is designed to address the challenging issues faced by teenagers including drugs and alcohol, premature sex, social media misuse and other relevant topics. This year’s program kicked off with Mass and a presentation from a guest speaker, the head coach of the UT women’s basketball team, Tricia Cullop. Ms. Cullop spoke to students about the importance of making smart decisions when choosing friends and staying true to what you believe. She addressed students in grades 6-8 in the Father Wurzel Family Center located at 6516 Ravine Road. The Positive Direction program is offered with the objective of enhancing students faith journey as well as motivating and inspiring students to make the right choices now and when they move on to high school. St. Joseph School, located at 5411 South Main Street in Sylvania, is an education ministry of St. Joseph Parish. With an enrollment of approximately 500 students in kindergarten through eighth grade and 80 students in preschool, it is the largest elementary school in the Diocese of Toledo.

customer service first and bagging techniques that will keep customers happy and wanting to come back to my store!” He is a senior at Southview High School and joined Kroger in September of 2015. He plans to attend college after graduation in state, majoring in business and finance. All participants thanked their coworkers and managers—who encouraged them and cheered for them during the competition.

Cougar of the Week

Varsity Volleyball Coach Mike Sebring has nominated Sara Smythe as Cougar of the Week. He shares that “Sara has been a dedicated member of the volleyball team for four years and stepped into the starting line-up this week vs. Napoleon and hit the first serve of the night.” This will also be Sara’s 4th year on the swim team and she has been a member of the track team her freshman, sophomore, and junior years. She plans on joining the team again in the spring. Sara is the daughter of Peter Smythe and Eileen Quinn.

SCHOOLSPORTS NEWS

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BY SOPHIA YAKUMITHIS

SPECIAL TO SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE Last May, with experience as a staff writer and feature editor, I was asked to serve as the editor-in-chief of The Catalyst, Southview High School’s newspaper. Although I’ve devoted my high school career to the publication, this year, the program has undergone drastic changes. While I was comfortable with a staff of about 15 people and two editors-in-chief, this year under a new advisor, we only have six other staff members, two of which are returning from last year. For those of you who are unfamiliar with how the process of publishing a paper works, which I’m sure is the majority, I’ll explain: the editor-in-chief selects the articles being written, the staff writers and editors write the articles and then, the editors- get this- edit the articles. After the articles are finalized, the editors design pages using computer programs, the editor-in-chief finalizes everything once again, our principal approves it and then we pick up the newspaper from a special printer. In our case, the printer is in Adrian, Mich. Since authority needs to be delegated, Copy Editor, junior Shiloh Reynolds, is responsible for grammar edits and designing the News Sections, while Production Editor, senior Vincent Lucarelli, is in charge of designing the Sports Section and approving all page designs. As editor-in-chief, I make all final edits and am responsible for designing the Lifestyle, Opinion and Feature Sections. Needless to say, we spend a great deal of time outside of school working on the newspaper. For me, a typical week before we publish looks as follows: three full class periods and an hour or two outside of school devoted to The Catalyst. My eyes usually burn out from staring at a computer screen and I no longer have an

active social life, but after we publish once a month and receive good feedback, the stress is worth it. This year, my involvement has been much more intensive than I anticipated, mostly because we have a tiny staff. Upon realizing my role was not just editor- but basically commander-in-chief- my excitement was tainted with anxiety. I had no idea how I was going to successfully interact with an almost entirely new staff and new advisor; my schedule is already packed with other extracurriculars and rigorous classes. To make sure we were all on the same page before the school year started, our two editors, new advisor and I sat down and discussed the procedural side of publishing a newspaper, as well as our objectives and the angle we would take with its contents. First, we decided to employ guest writers, which includes students taking the prerequisite class and outsiders who love writing. This way, we always have enough articles to fill an issue. We also agreed on a Buzzfeed-esque approach, since The Catalyst’s largest audience is high schoolers, and high schoolers like controversy and entertainment. Appealing to high schoolers is tricky in that we have an audience with very diverse interests and unpredictable responses. However, we also have to include what high schoolers consider the “boring” stuff: sports replays and certain news articles that are pertinent to the other side of our audience, including teachers, parents and administrators. Teenagers tend to ignore lengthy articles or pages without pictures. They also want to see something or someone they’re familiar with, so we try to incorporate a broad mix of news, sports, individual features and tongue-and-cheek components. So far, our feedback has been better than the other years I’ve been involved in The Catalyst. My favorite aspect of being the editor-in-

chief is the behind the scenes work, which includes taking photos at school events and interviewing students I wouldn’t normally have the opportunity to interact with. It’s fun walking into the cafeteria and yelling, “I need someone to answer some random questions,” or to schedule an interview with a school administrator. Hearing other people’s opinions and listening to what they’ve gained out of certain experiences is valuable. The Catalyst has contributed to my school pride and confidence as a Southview student. Additionally, it has given me insight to the world of journalism, and has influenced my collegiate goals.

SV Teacher Honored

The Lucas Soil and Water Conservation Development Board has awarded Abbey Cappel the 2016 Conservation Educator of the Year Award. Mrs. Cappel will be presented with the award at the annual meeting and banquet at the National Museum of the Great Lakes in downtown Toledo on Nov. 1.

NV Musician

The Northview Musician of the Week is senior Jared Freeman. Jared sings baritone in the Northview A Cappella Choir and Harmony Road Show. Jared also is an active member of NV Theatre Department. He has portrayed the roles of Senator Fipp in Urinetown the Musical, sang baritone for the Music Man Quartet, and is currently playing the role of Enjorlas in NV’s fall musical “Les Miserables.” Jared plays tennis for the NV varsity team and participates in the Worship Team at his church. After graduation Jared is planning to attend Ohio University with the intention to major in journalism and minor in communications. Jared is the son of Robert and Tanya Freeman.

SPORTS

SV Tennis Qualifiers

Lexie Mann, Annsley Mann and Divinity Price, members of Southview Varsity Team, qualified for District play and celebrated the end of a successful season. –by Mary Helen Darah

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Annual Tansey Bike Ride Benefits M.E.S.A.

NV Soccer Meets Rotary

Northview senior varsity soccer players Tyler Biggs and Shane Banachowski, joined NV Principal Steve Swaggerty, center, at the Sylvania Rotary meeting Oct. 13. NV soccer was successful in the Division II District Semifinals. –by Mary Helen Darah

Charity Softball Match Aids Wounded Warriors

Teams made up of teachers, administration, and custodial staff from Sylvania Northview played a charity softball game to benefit Wounded Warriors on Oct. 3. Team Black was headed up by Perry Lefevre, Team Gold by Andy Roth. Calysta Bevier recent contestant on America's Got Talent sang the National Anthem, and the first pitch was thrown out by Sylvania Schools Superintendent Scott Nelson. Celebrity players included Dane Sanzenbacher, Jordan Strack and Chris Vickers of WTOL-TV11 and Joe Nugent, WTVG 13abc. —by Fred LeFebvre

Tim Broud, Becky Waggimon, Randy Box, David McMurray, Bill and Kim Pepple, Mike Kurivial, Kurt Anderson, David Kuririae, Drew Chany, Matthew Sutter, Brian Schroyer, Melissa Tansey, Perry Barr, David Langenderfer, Michael Jackson, George Mancy, Cathy Marinilli, Stephanie White, Mary Tansey, Joe and Megan Tansey Verkennes and their children Erinn and Joseph were on hand for the start of the third annual Mike Tansey Bike Ride, a 25-mile ride sponsored by the Sylvania Rotary. Proceeds from the ride honoring Tansey benefit M.E.S.A. medical supplies abroad. Funds are used to send containers of donated medical supplies around the world to people in need. Tansey believed in the importance of M.E.S.A and participated in several multi-day cycle trips with M.E.S.A. in order to fund raise and promote awareness.

NV Student Athlete

Tyler Biggs is a four-year letter winner for the Wildcat Varsity Soccer Program. As a Senior Captain, he has helped guide the Wildcats to a record of 10-2-1 through the first 13 games, 5-0-1 in NLL play. From the center midfield spot, he also leads the team in scoring this fall with 17 goals and 6 assists. As a junior, he was voted First Team NLL and First Team All District. He has incredible skills coupled with great speed making him a mismatch in every game. He will continue his academic and soccer careers at Loyola University Chicago next fall. —photo by John Crisman, AssetWare Event Phtography

NV Student Athlete

Senior Jessup Pawelczyk will earn his third varsity letter as a member of the Wildcat Football Team. He contributes on both sides of the ball playing in every snap offensively and defensively. Through week eight, he has 94 tackles, 13 tackles for loss and two sacks on the defensive side of the ball. As an Offensive Lineman, he is grading out at 82 percent. In addition to being a standout on the football field, he will earn his fourth varsity letter on the wrestling mat this winter. He is a natural leader both on and off the football field. —photo by John Crisman, AssetWare Event Phtography

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Mercy Health Mobile Stroke Unit pushes the medical frontier

L-R: Julie Goins-Whitmore, RN, MBA, EMT-P, program manager mobile stroke unit, Kyle Brodbeck, EMT-P, critical care transport paramedic, Christa Shaneyfelt, RT (R) CT, EMT-B, CT technologist, and Julie Neidhardt, RN, EMT-B, critical care transport nurse, provide an emergency room on wheels for those who suffer a stroke. It is the only 24/7, 365 day, operating unit in the world.

BY MARY HELEN DARAH

The Mercy Health Life Flight Mobile Stroke Unit has been operational since Jan. 16 of this year. The Mobile Stroke Unit (MSU) originated in Germany and offers those who suffer a stroke an “emergency room on wheels’. Time is of the essence when dealing with strokes.The MSU is equipped with a portable CT scanner that can quickly assess what type of stroke a patient is experiencing allowing its crew to begin life-saving treatment. The MSU is also equipped with a two-way video that allows clinicians to discuss a patient’s condition remotely with a doctor. The MSU also contains lab testing equipment and clotbusting drugs. The combination of medical equipment, medications, diagnostics, and a knowledgeable, compassionate medical team equates to better outcomes and quality of life for patients.

The team

Julie Goins-Whitmore, RN, MBA, EMT-P, program manager MSU, explained that the MSU has a crew consisting of a nurse, paramedic and CT tech, who have all received EMS and paramedic training. “We are the fourth mobile stroke unit in the country and are the only unit that provides 24/7 service, 365 days of the year,” stated Goins-Whitmore. “We are very grateful for Dr. Andrabi (Imran Andrabi, MD, president and CEO and chief network integration officer for Mercy Health) for hearing about the technology. He started looking into a unit in early 2015 and now we are helping save and improve lives.” Everyone on board has a vital role when they are dispatched on a call. “I am in the passenger seat helping guide the call and get

there safely,” stated Christa Shaneyfelt, RT (R) CT, EMT-B, CT technologist. “I log and track data once we get to the patient. We call and register the patient and are able to scan the patient in literally a minute. Once the scan is complete, I upload the info through the Cloud and WiFi and our doctors can begin to evaluate the patient. Through technology, our physicians, even if they are in line at McDonald’s are able to assess someone’s condition. The CT tech then responsible for driving to the receiving facility. We are in ‘Code 2’ when we leave the scene with a patient which means we drive we go with normal traffic flow. This is the safest way to transport them since patient is already receiving definitive care. When we arrive at the closest emergency room or specialized stroke hospital, we already have a CD of a patient’s information. If we are transporting a patient to one of our facilities, they are already in the system.” Kyle Brodbeck, EMT-P, critical care transport paramedic, is responsible for getting the crew to the scene safely. “Once we are at the scene, we get vitals, patient medication allergy information and we make the decision of whether or not to scan the patient,” he explained. “We then load the patient in the truck to do a scan if necessary and start IVs. We also radio ahead to the receiving facility to give them time to prepare for what’s coming in. There are two types of strokes; hemorrhagic and ischemic. We give medication for both types. A TPA clot buster medication may be given 4 ½ hours from last time the patient was known well. Every moment that goes by a patient could lose function. Loss of time means loss of brain.” Julie Neidhardt, RN, EMT-B, critical care

Drug Take-Back Day is Success

Sylvania Township Police Officer Clarence Whalen and volunteer Bernie Albert talk with Beverly Evans after she dropped off her outdated prescription drugs at the station on Drug Take-back Day, Oct. 22.

Sylvania Police Cadet Ben Bostater, Citizens Patrol Volunteer Chris Roby and Sgt. Justin Music look on as Judy Twiss completes a survey after she dropped off her outdated prescription drugs at the Sylvania Police Department.

L-R: Mercy Health Mobile Stroke Unit staff, Julie, Neidhardt, Kyle Brodbeck and Christa Shaneyfelt, assist patients in what is the fourth mobile stroke unit in the nation. transport nurse, often feels like she is “stuffed in the back of the box” but knows she will jump into action once the team arrives at the scene. “It’s all about sharing information and working as a team,” she stated. “I bring the “doc in the box” into the house. We don’t waste any time in formulating a game plan. We bring the ER to you. It’s like having an emergency room in your driveway. Families really appreciate having a doctor to talk with via technology on the scene. Often tests and scans can be delayed at the hospital. Patients are getting needed diagnostics right at the scene.”

The rewards

Team members are all in agreement that although difficult, their jobs are truly rewarding. “Stroke is the number one cause of disability and fifth for cause of death,” stated Julie Goins-Whitmore. “We give so much but get back tenfold. We help people live

Critical care transport nurse, Julie Neidhardt, displays the unit's ‘doc in a box.’ The unit features cutting edge technology that produces better outcomes for stroke patients. independently. I find the patient outreach to be the most rewarding.” CT tech, Christa Shaneyfelt, feels the most important outcome of her work is improving the lives of patients. “We help patients get back to their family and life.” EMT, Kyle Brodbeck, enjoys helping people. “It's an honor to take care of patients in their time of need,” he stated. Julie Neidhardt, RN, is also passionate about her job. “My grandmother had a stroke and lived with us. My Mom took care of her. She was in a wheelchair and couldn’t speak. For me it is personal. I want better outcomes for stroke patients. Our physicians are fantastic, we have cutting edge technology and we’re pushing the medical frontier. It has been an exciting journey ... and always a thrilling ride.” The Mercy Health Life Flight Mobile Stroke Unit is made possible through a generous donation from the Mercy Health Foundation, HCR Manor and Kingston.

Rotary Speaker Brings Awarness of PTSD

Stephanie White, of Dave White Chevrolet, visits with C. Michael Fairman, of 'Summit For Soldiers,' during the Sylvania Rotary meeting held at Mancy's Italian on Oct. 13. Through 'Adven-therapy' (Adventure Therapy) he has climbed Mt. Everest, and other notable summits, to bring awareness to post traumatic stress disorder and the high suicide rate of veterans. –by Mary Helen Darah

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THE OLANDER PARK SYSTEM • TOPS CONGRATULATIONS

WHAT’S UP AT TOPS! HARVEST HAPPENINGS! ENJOY THE FALL WEATHER AT YOUR PARKS

Frosty 150 Walking Program With Winter soon underway, put one foot in front of the other with the Frosty 150 Walking Program. Walk 150 miles or more from November 1 through April 30, 2017 and receive a special award in recognition of your achievement. Obtain a Frosty 150 log at the Callahan Administration Office or from the information box outside the Nederhouser Community Hall.

Volunteer with TOPS The Olander Park System needs your help! Register for our group volunteer programs or sign up to become a regular volunteer with TOPS. Put your skills to good use while giving back to your community!

Community Leaf Pickup

Adopt-A-Road

Restoring Wildlife Habitat

Saturday, November 12, 9am to Noon

Saturday, November 19, 9am to Noon

Sunday, November 27, 1pm to 4pm

Olander Park, Maintenance Building Grab a rake and join TOPS staff for a day of leaf pickup! Spend a morning outside while helping keep our park beautiful through the change of season.

Olander Park, Maintenance Building Volunteers assist TOPS staff in our community clean-up along Sylvania Ave from King to Mitchaw Road. Wear long pants and bring gloves if you have them.

Olander Park, Maintenance Building Join the Natural Resources Team to restore wildlife habitat in Sylvania. Wear long pants and bring gloves if you have them. Tools provided by TOPS. Volunteers need transportation to worksite.

K to 5th Grade Olander Community Troop 1st & 3rd Tuesday of every month, 5pm Olander Park, Gorman Nature Education Center Does your school not have a troop or do their days and times conflict with your schedule? Join our Olander Community Troop and start your adventure today!

Adults of All Ages (16 & Up) Come Dance With Me Wednesdays, November 2 through November 30 Olander Park, Nederhouser Community Hall Fee: $5 per person per class Move your feet to the beat and learn to line dance with Mary Leugers. It’s fun and great exercise! No November 9 and 23 class.

Register for all TOPS Programs online at www.olanderpark.com, email programs@olanderpark.com or call 419.882.8313 ext. 1013 For a complete list of park system programs and events visit www.olanderpark.com

Remember When it Comes To Parks in the Sylvania Area, We’re TOPS!

The Olander Park System Board of Commissioners meets on Monday, November 21 at 5:15pm in the Callahan Administrative Office at Olander Park

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Candidates offer their reasons to receive your vote The staff of Sylvania AdVantage invited candidates to participate in Sylvania AdVantage’s Political Information Pages. Following are the responses received prior to printing:

Name: Lindsay D. Navarre Office sought: Judge, Lucas County Court of Common Pleas Political affiliation: Endorsed Democrat Experience/Qualifications: Professional Employment I have spent over a decade serving the public as a trial attorney with the Lucas County Prosecutor's Office. I have tried over 50 felony jury trials, drafted and argued countless motions, and appeared numerous times before the Sixth District Court of Appeals. I have litigated many high-profile, complex and serious cases. I was the first prosecutor in Lucas County to achieve a trial conviction on the charge of participating in a criminal gang. I have always taken seriously my oath to seek and uphold justice. I am currently the prosecutorial liaison for the Metro Drug Task Force. Since 2007, I have taught police cadets on constitutional law topics, and I provide legal update seminars for local police departments. Professional Activities Toledo Women’s Bar Association (past president), Toledo Bar Association (bar admissions committee), Ohio Women’s Bar Association, Toledo Area Local Government 2014 Leadership Academy graduate, University of Toledo, College of Law mentor, Ohio Supreme Court Lawyer to Lawyer mentor, Emerging Leaders Council (20112012), Ohio State Bar Association 2012 Leadership Academy graduate, Race for the Cure (Team Legally Pink Captain), Law & Leadership Institute, (facilitator and presenter; 2010-2015), Mobile Meals (volunteer and office coordinator) Why am I running/What should voters know/Relevant issues: · I’ve spent 11 years in the Common Pleas Courthouse as a trial lawyer so I know firsthand how important it is that our community has good judges. Judges in the Lucas County Court of Common Pleas need the experience, the temperament and the perspective to make the right decisions in the most serious of cases. · Judges need to understand how to give parties to a case the time and attention they deserve while still managing a heavy docket and utilizing taxpayer dollars in an efficient manner. · Judges need to respect the rule of law and provide lawyers with predictably and consistency. · Judges need to have experience balancing the stress and the pressure of trial work with the everyday tasks of resolving discovery disputes and being prepared for pretrial conference and sentencing hearings. · Judges need to be ready to think on their feet, armed with a thorough knowledge of the law, and respond to high-pressure, highstake scenarios. · Being a prosecutor, specifically a litigator, has prepared me to do just those things. · A trial court judge needs to understand the pressure and complexity of being a trial lawyer. I have tried over 50 felony jury trials, including many serious and high-profile cases. My opponent has never tried a case. She has never had a client. She’s never had to worry about the pressure of making decisions on the spot or answering for a trial

strategy she employed in court. She is woefully unprepared for this position. Who knows better than local lawyers when it comes to judicial candidates? · In a recent survey conducted by the Toledo Bar Association, I was recommended by over 90% of my colleagues to be the next common pleas court judge. My opponent was NOT recommended by 41%. In fact, she had the lowest ratings out of all of the judicial candidates in the poll. toledobar.org/judicial-poll Endorsements: I have been endorsed by 28 local labor and safety force unions, including the Toledo Police Patrolman's Association, Toledo Police Command Officers' Association, Toledo Firefighters Union, Maumee Valley Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #118, Sheriff John Tharp, Lucas County 911, Lucas County EMS, Lucas County Sheriff Command Officers and the UAW Local 2213 Professional Registered Nurses. For more information: navarreforjudge.com Name: Lauri Cooper Office sought: House of Representatives District 47 Political affiliation: Endorsed by the Democratic Party-moderate and fiscally conservative. Experience/Qualifications I am an attorney with over 20 years of experience practicing business and health care law in the private, nonprofit and public sector settings. Why are you running for the office? I’m a married mother of two and understand the challenges working families face. I also wish to focus on great public schools and strong communities. I am an independent thinker and not a career politician (first time running). What do you want voters to know about you? I am from a small town in Northwest Ohio (West Unity) and put myself through college and law school. I’ve worked since the age of 14 and currently volunteer for nonprofits that support families. What are the relevant issues you wish to address? I want to work hard to bring back familysustaining jobs and new industries to our community and expand job training services. Ensuring great public schools and strong communities will be at the top of my list by working to restore cuts to local government protecting the critical services and infrastructure that make our communities great without raising our taxes.

Name: Derek Merrin Office sought: House of Representatives District 47 Political Affiliation: Republican What experiences do you have that qualify you for the office? My experience in the private sector, government, and education have equipped me to serve as state representative. As the former mayor of Waterville, I had the opportunity to lead a vibrant community. For several years, I served in the state auditor’s office conducting performance audits for financially strapped cities and schools, which enabled me to identify solutions on how the state can help local governments. Furthermore, I worked within the auditor’s office to fight public fraud and corruption. As a licensed Realtor® and real estate

investor, I know the economic challenges Ohioans face. By being a small business owner, I know what it takes to create jobs and how to create an environment that spurs economic growth. I am a proud graduate of the University of Toledo and earned a master’s degree in public administration from Bowling Green State University. Why are you running for the office? I am motivated to seek office to improve Ohio’s economy. As a legislator, I have a laser-like focus on igniting Ohio’s economic engine. My priority is to create an environment for businesses and individuals to prosper. As a former mayor, I have the experience to strengthen our local communities and will bring a common-sense approach to the Ohio Statehouse. What do you want voters to know about you? I’m a strong advocate for the Sylvania community. Having grown up in Northwest Ohio, I am honored to represent Sylvania in the state legislature. While campaigning, I have stood on thousands of doorsteps in Sylvania listening to people’s concerns. Their primary issues are related to jobs, education, and maintaining a strong Sylvania. Every day, I will fight to grow our economy, improve our schools, and support local leaders to secure Sylvania’s future for generations to come. What are the relevant issues you wish to address? Our state needs pro-growth reforms to its tax code and regulatory rules to make Ohio an attractive place to create and grow businesses. Ohio should lower taxes, streamline state services, and make targeted investments in our infrastructure. Also, our state should strive to link public education to economic demands and prepare students for a 21stcentury economy. For more information: derekmerrin.com

Name: J. Bernie Quilter, Lucas County Clerk of Courts Office sought: Clerk of the Court of Common Pleas Political affiliation: Democrat What experiences do you have that qualify you for the office? I have over 17 years as an administrator with many years in human resources. I have served as president of the Ohio Clerk of Courts Association and currently am president of the Ohio Council of County Officials. Why are you running for the office? I enjoy public service. Since becoming clerk of courts, the office is well respected around the state of Ohio. I want to continue the great progress we have made in the Lucas County Clerk of Courts office. What do you want voters to know about you? I have a great sense of humor. I enjoy being around people and making new friends. What are the relevant issues you wish to address? Technology in the clerks’ office saves the county general fund money over time. Making the office user friendly. For more information: co.lucas.oh.us

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What to know about the levies on the Nov. 8 ballot

Imagination Station

What is the ballot Issue number? Issue 21 Is this a new or renewal levy? Renewal How much will this cost taxpayers? $5.13 per year (Smallest levy on the ballot) What will the funds be used for? Funds generated from the renewal of the existing levy will be used to promote the sciences with Imagination Station’s exhibits, facilities, day-to-day operations, programs and capital improvements. The expenses of bringing in traveling exhibitions, maintaining permanent exhibits, operating the facility and providing visitors with hands-on activities, are all integral to carrying out the science center’s mission to serve the community by providing informal science education and fun in order to spark a passion for the sciences by combining interactive exhibits and educational programming. Website VoteforIssue21.org

Library

What is the ballot issue number? 22 Is this a new or renewal levy? 80% renewal, 20% new The levy accounts for more than half (nearly 60%) of the Library's operating budget. If the levy passes, the new amount (that 20%) would not be collected from property taxes until 2018. How much will this cost taxpayers? For the owner of a $100,000 home, the increase

is less than 8 cents a day -- the amount is based on a home's current tax valuation. What will the funds be used for? The Library's operating budget covers the existence of the Library and everything it is and does -- staff wages and benefits, infrastructure maintenance, technology, materials, etc. Support of the levy means the Library will maintain and improve: staff levels, hours of service, materials budget, its infrastructure The Library's materials budget is currently at the same level it was in 2009, though demand is higher than ever. Library hours were partially restored after the 2012 levy passed, but we still have room for improvement throughout the county. 3.1 million people visit the library annually (more than the Imagination Station, museum, and zoo combined) checking out more than 6 million materials. The fact that 70% of the community holds library cards reflects the value you find in your library - protect this investment. The health of the library system – its ability to grow, create, and transform - depends on the support of its community, and right now, Your Library Needs You. Website toledolibrary.org

School

What is the ballot issue number? 17 Is this a new or renewal levy? 5.7 mill new levy, (4.7 mill operating and 1.0 mill permanent improvement) How much will this cost taxpayers? For the average home price in Sylvania of

$175.000, it will cost a homeowner an additional $28 per month What will the funds be used for? The district is asking for the community’s support to protect staffing and financial stability, to preserve sensible class sizes, and commit to expanded academics and technology. If the levy fails, major cuts in staffing and programs will be necessary. Unfortunately, the face of Sylvania Schools will drastically change. These proposed cuts include the elimination of 51 certified and classified staff positions, the closing of the Northview Pool, the of elimination of high school bus transportation to public, private and community schools, increased class sizes at all levels, a major reduction in special education programming, and reductions in art, physical education, music, AP, and honors classes. Website: voteforsylvaniaschools.com

TARTA

What is the ballot issue number? 18 Is this a new or renewal levy? While there’s no new tax and no extra money, the revenue generated annually by this levy should be approximately $7,862,140. The annual cost to commercial property, per $100,000 is $52.50. How much will this cost taxpayers? Home Value / 1.5 Levy Renewal $ 75,000 / $34.28 $100,000 / $45.71 $200,000 / $91.41

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levy providing approximately $5,241,425 TARTA provides a valuable service within the Toledo area. Through innovative techniques, we have increased our efficiency and improved our services to our customers. As demands change, TARTA will continue to respond to the needs of its customers by focusing on the innovative delivery of its service, and away from the previous traditional methods. tional $28 per month What will the funds be used for? The passage of this replacement levy is critical to the success of TARTA. This levy will be used to fund continuing operations —including TARPS and Call-A-Ride—and maintain the recent advances made by the Authority. Through its passage, thousands of daily passengers will continue to receive transportation and TARTA will continue to advance and improve as a public transit agency. Website: TARTA.com

Lucas Co. Children’s Services

What is the ballot Issue number? 20 Is this a new or renewal levy? Issue 20 renews an existing 1.4 mill operating levy that expires on 12/31/16, and adds an additional 0.4 mills. It represents about 1/44 of the agency’s operating budget. Without these funds, LCCS would be unable to maintain the level of child protection that Lucas County residents expect.

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How much will this cost taxpayers? The owner of a $100,000 home currently pays $42.88 (based on 1.4 mills) for child protection. The additional 0.4 mills will cost the homeowner an additional $1.17 per month. These are essential funds that allow LCCS to ensure the safety of all Lucas County’s children. What will the funds be used for? These funds allow LCCS to fulfill its mandate of leading the community in the protection of children. They allow LCCS to continue to

SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE | FIRST NOVEMBER 2016 | 11B investigate reports of child abuse and neglect, provide protective services, support relative caregivers, provide foster care services, link families to community supports, provide adoptive services, and other activities that protect children and promote families. Website lucas4kids.com

Toledo Zoo

What is the ballot Issue number? 23 Is this a new or renewal levy? Renewal and reduction How much will this cost taxpayers? The amount an owner of a $100,000 home pays will actually decrease by 12 percent annually to just $1.91 a month.

Election Day - Presidential candidates astrological profiles BY JANET AMID

Exclusive to the AdVantage HILLARY CLINTONDemocratic nominee

Clinton has the majority of her planets in the intense Pluto-ruled sign of Scorpio, which indicates strong leadership abilities, great instincts, and the ability to break down old barriers in order to build new ones. Clinton’s ascendant/rising sign in Virgo, her face/mask to the outside world expresses itself through details, perfectionism and method. In other words, she presents herself as calm, collected and in control. She’s smart and knows it, and her delivery is generally clear and precise. The moon governing her emotions falls into the sentimental sign of Pisces, which can be a sensitive, caring sign, very much in balance to her Scorpio planets. On the flip side, a Pisces moon can be secretive and void of emotion. However, in Clinton’s case, her moon expresses its sentiment through her compassion for children and those in need. In contrast, Clinton’s Mars, the planet of action in fiery Leo, can be twisted as it conflicts with her Scorpio planets, causing her to shift gears, to appear scattered, and seem unaffected and aloof. In simpler terms, the discord between Mercury, Sun and Venus in Scorpio at odds with Mars may trigger a conflict between her words and her actions. She may say one thing, then argue another. With so many planets in Scorpio, money and her desire for security dominate her chart. She enjoys delegating, and feels a sense of empowerment while in control. Her greatest quality is negotiation, and the ability to handle any given task at hand. Also, her love of children and her passion to make a difference when dealing with families and domestic affairs is her gift. With the sign of Gemini at the zenith part of her chart, she may on occasion use humor and social etiquette when dealing with others, primarily foreign affairs. *In my opinion, based on her astrological picture, my greatest concern with Hillary is her own personal intentions.* Specifically, in her role as Secretary of State, Libya became a failed state. Will Clinton as the first female president feel a need to prove her “macho” with foreign policy? She has indicated an interest in employing “no fly zones” over Syria, yet has not considered Syria is a sovereign government and entitled to decline the offer. Is it time to stop trying to “fix” other countries and focus on using our wealth to improve the well being of the American people? Though very knowledgeable as well as brilliant, her tendency to be secretive, and her avoidance when dealing with sensitive issues could be her downfall. Will she walk the talk? If so, she will make an excellent leader based on her education, experience and her desire to make a difference. If she would come clean with her past discretions, admit her mistakes, then we can all move along. Americans can be very forgiving if the person needing that forgiveness is sincere. We’re a caring, compassionate country, we don’t mind a politician that shows vulnerability. If anything, it shows strength and trust in our belief system. Hillary needs to trust and have faith that by showing her humanness. Americans will receive her even more. But she must not let her

need to display her strength cloud her judgment. However, no matter what, my belief, though I take no political stand, is that she will win this election on Nov. 8.

DONALD TRUMPRepublican nominee

Trump was born under the sign of Gemini under a full moon. Full moon people are attracted to the limelight. His Gemini sun provides him with his own idea of how to communicate, appealing to the public as he shows humor, perseverance and spontaneity. In a nutshell, he basically shines in whatever he does. The real estate mogul’s chart shows Uranus, the planet of unpredictability and genius, at his mid-heaven, indicating he could get bored very easily and may be inclined to jump from one thing to another. This is an astrological combination that best explains Trump. His argument goes well with his chart as he explains, “You need to break a few things, then reassemble them in a new way.” A very Plutonian aspect. He follows the non-traditional path, and thinks in a non-traditional fashion. He does not back away from controversy, and with Mars in Leo (same as Hillary’s Mars), and his sun/moon opposition may cause him at times to speak out of turn, which can be an issue. In addition, with his moon in Sagittarius, he is not afraid of going into a verbal battle for his beliefs. His desire for Americans to take back their industries, bring money and work back into our own country has merit. But then again, will he walk the talk? Does he practice what he preaches? Given Trump’s four bankruptcies, it would appear his business acumen is based heavily on his ability to unduly benefit from others. This raises the question of a possible void of ethical boundaries. Businesses outsource to other countries (as Trump also does) because the lower wages there makes more profits for corporations. So if Trump brought jobs back to America what would Americans’ be paid in order to compete...or what would products then cost?) However, saying one thing then doing another is Donald’s downfall. He has all the right words, but will his words back up his actions? *In my opinion based on Trump’s astrological chart, my greatest concern for Donald Trump is his tendency to insult others without thinking of the consequences. Plus his need for attention may be greater than his desire to govern. He has great ideas, and if he sticks with what he really believes, and accepts constructive criticism, without the dog and pony show, he may surprise us all. He’s actually a very good businessman as he has great potential to accomplish what he sets out to do. But he gets bored and eventually loses interest, which could potentially harm our country. He doesn’t have leadership abilities. Yet his ideas are excellent, and if he could combine actions and words, he would turn our country favorably around. However, I do not see him winning this election.

*Election day, Nov 8, 2016

The moon is Void-Of-Course, which means there is a time, when the moon moving from one sign to the other is interrupted and we “float” between signs. This is the time we call the void-of-course moon. It starts after the

moon has made its last major aspect (1) to the sun or planets and is still within the sign, and the moon is considered void-of-course until it enters the next sign. The moon goes void-ofcourse every two days or so, and this can last anywhere from a few minutes to several hours. When this occurs, situations become discon-

What will the funds be used for? The 2016 Zoo levy, Issue 23, will be used to cover the costs of food, veterinary care, education, maintenance, utilities and more. The levy also makes it possible for the Zoo to continue to provide free and discounted educational opportunities to Lucas County residents. Monies will be used to maintain this community treasure at the highest standards. Website: voteforyourzoo.org

nected, disheveled. The planets nonetheless are positioned to create a chaotic result at the ballot box. With Neptune conjuncting the moon on Election Day, we will most likely be in the dark as to who won. They may be counting the votes for a few days and there may be mass confusion.

MAKE NOVEMBER 8 INDEPENDENCE DAY FOR OUR DISABLED AND ELDERLY WHO DEPEND ON TARTA. TARTA and TARPS services help our economy, our environment and connect people to jobs, education and each other. Especially for our elderly, disabled and those who are unable to drive. So while you may not have to rely on these vital services, think of those who do.

Paid for Citizens for TARTA, Kelly Lowry, Treasurer, 14691 Prairie Lake Dr., Perrysburg, Ohio 43551

COMMUNITY AFFAIRS

CRAIG STOUGH MAYOR’S MESSAGE

Leaf Collection Underway

It's that time of year again! Like many of you, I have begun my annual ritual of raking leaves to the curb for collection and Craig Stough recycling by the city of Sylvania. As the trees in my yard have matured, the job of leaf raking has become larger and more time consuming. Leaf collection is a very big job in the city of Sylvania. Our “City of Trees” lives up to its namesake by having tens of thousands of trees throughout the community. Approximately 7,700 street trees are growing in street right-of-ways alone, with many thousands more in parks and on private

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Zoning Commission Approves Two Senior Housing Projects

The Sylvania Township zoning commission has recommended approval of re-zoning to allow for two separate senior housing projects. Both seek approval for residential planned unit developments. One of the two projects is at 3233 and 3331 Percentum Dr.. The development is proposed by FFC Real Estate Development Co., of Pittsburgh. The company is proposing to construct a four-story building with a total of 127 units on about 9.5 acres. The other rezoning issue concerns a proposal for senior housing at 4120 King Rd., north of the intersection at Sylvania Avenue. Clover Development, of Williamsville, N.Y., is proposing to construct a three-story building on the site with 122 units on the 8.5 acre site.. A number of residents at the commission meeting objected to the proposals. The criticisms included an increase in traffic in each area as well as potential destruction of wildlife habitat. Although some members of the commission said they understood neighbors' concerns, Commissioner Robert Sabo noted that both sites are undeveloped and have been available for sale for some time. With the exception of one issue involving the King Road property both fall within the guidelines established by township zoning regulations.. He also noted that the Lucas County Plan Commission and the township zoning staff had recommended approval for both projects. He emphasized that any action by the zoning commission is a recommendation to the township trustees. That body has the final decision on all rezoning matters.

Meeting Postponed

The November meeting of the Sylvania Township Board of Zoning Appeals has been postponed from its scheduled date of Nov. 7 to Nov. 14. The meeting room in the township administration building, 4927 HollandSylvania Rd. where meetings are held, will be occupied by employees of the Lucas County board of elections setting up for the use of the room as a polling place for the election Nov. 8.

Senior Volunteer Program

Nine volunteers recently completed training to take part in a new program of the Sylvania Township police department in partnership with the Lucas County Office on Aging. The volunteers will be used to make

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lands, including the towering oaks and maples native to the area. Last year, city crews spent 2,984 hours loading and hauling 12,566 cubic yards of leaves, a decrease from the 15,627 cubic yards in 2014, to the city composting field on Yankee Road north of town. There the leaves are composted in wind rows and recycled into Sylvan-Gro, a rich compost the city sells by the bushel. Leaf collection is paid for with General Fund dollars. A separate property tax assessment is not collected in Sylvania as it is in some nearby communities. The annual leaf collection began the week of Oct. 24 with one or two Streets Division collection crews as needed following predetermined routes through the city. As more leaves are raked to the curb, two additional crews will be working full time at leaf collection. In an effort to speed up leaf collection, temporary workers are used and overtime is offered to city workers in the Forestry and

Streets Divisions when needed. The city crews load leaves raked to the curb into leaf boxes on city trucks using diesel powered leaf loader vacuum units. Sticks, grass clippings, flowers, plants, etc. can clog or break the leaf loaders and are not to be part of the leaf collection process. Those items should be set out separately for regular pick-up by the Green Recycling program of the Forestry Division. An unlimited free Green Recycling pick-up is scheduled for Oct. 31 to Nov. 11. Please do not pile leaves into the street – keep them on the grassy area next to the curb or pavement edge. Every year I see leaves piled way beyond the curb causing some streets to become dangerously narrow, and sometimes forming dams that block storm drainage and cause flooding. The leaves also clog catch basins and storm drains. City crews will move as quickly as possible to collect all the leaves. The crews will make multiple sweeps through the city, and made

periodic, informal home visits to older residents in the community. Deputy Chief Ray Carroll said the volunteers have joined the program known as Sylvania Township Senior Volunteers. The volunteers, in groups of two, will visit those residents who seek the service. The chief said the primary purpose is just to create a pleasant visit and hopefully brighten everyone’s day. In addition, the chief said, volunteers will be encouraged to be alert for circumstances where some help might be needed. The office on aging, he said, can direct people to many services, which might be helpful. He noted that the service is free to those who seek it. If a friend or relative thinks someone would benefit from visits they should talk to that individual about it. He said the program has no interest in making visits where they might be unwelcome. He stressed, though, that the aim of the program is simply to provide a pleasant, informal visit.

clear of brush or garden waste and should be away from fire hydrants, decorative landscaping items or other obstacles. Leaves should not be placed in plastic bags. In recent years, some home owners have made the annual task a little lighter for township crews by using their mulching lawn mowers to simply mow over the leaves. A number of experts recommend that method for providing mulch for the soil.

Car Seat Safety Tips

Parents-to-be have long checklists of items to purchase, items to make a home safer for a toddler, maybe painting a bedroom pink or blue. Lots of stuff. The Sylvania Township Fire Department has begun a program designed to make one of the important tasks easier. Two employees of the department recently finished a four-day, state-sponsored course on car safety seats. Deputy Chief Michael Froelich said that parents and prospective parents can call the department’s non-emergency phone 419/882-7676 and ask for help. He said questions can be answered over the phone or an appointment can be set and the trained individuals will help in strapping the seat in properly.

Leaf Collection Underway

Residents are reminded that the annual leaf collection is underway in Sylvania Township. Crews are scheduled to get in at least three complete cycles of all township roads. Each cycle takes about 17 days, but is dependent on the weather cooperating. The last cycle is scheduled to begin Nov. 30. Rob Nash, superintendent of the road department, said this year a new service allows residents to determine about how soon crews will reach their property. Those who go to the township website, sylvaniatownship.com will see where to click to be taken to a township map marked by numbered grids. After determining the grid one is interested in, that person can call a phone number which has a message recorded daily stating where crews are working and which grids will be collected next Leaves should be should be raked or blown to the street but not in it. It should be

Subcommittee Members Wanted

Sylvania Township is seeking applications from members of the public interested in appointment to one of three subcommittees being formed to assist in developing a new township land use plan. The plan will be used to help guide decisions regarding the nature and quality of future land uses in the township. It will address redevelopment of established corridors as well as the development of currently open land. The three subcommittees are Transportation and Public Utilities, Community Growth and Development and Community Facilities and Quality of Life. Those interested are asked to send an email to dgraus@sylvaniatownship.com with the top two choices for sub-committee appointments and a brief explanation for the applicant's interest. Traditional mail may sent to Daryl Graus, Planning and Zoning Manager, Sylvania Twp., 4927 HollandSylvania Rd., Sylvania OH 43560. It is anticipated that subcommittees will meet three or four times over the next 15 months. Meetings will be held at 3:30 p.m. at the township hall, 4927 Holland-Sylvania Rd. The first meeting of the transportation

City of Sylvania collection machines. six rounds last year. If we have good weather, it doesn't snow too much and the leaves fall on schedule, the leaf collection will be completed by Dec. 9. But the weather and the trees don't always cooperate. Thanks for your patience. City of Sylvania crews are making their rounds and will be there soon. and public utilities subcommittee is set for Nov. 10. The first meeting for community growth and development will be Nov. 16 and the date for community facilities and quality of life will be Nov. 17.

Fire Safety Fair

The fifth annual Fire Safety Fair was held recently at Sylvania Township's fire station on Sylvania Ave. just east of Centennial Rd. and for the fifth mid-October day in a row the sun was shining from a high blue sky. Hundreds or parents and children went through the station and visited demonstrations on the parking areas. The children had an opportunity to hold a fire hose and knock down imitation flames, which pop up in the window of the facade of a house, and a popular feature is the chance for youngsters to sit in and explore the exotic instruments and tools of a fire engine. Sierra Huggins, second grader at Whiteford Elementary School, and her sister Sienna, a third grader there, both said “the fire” caught their attention. The girls were referring to controlled fires, which were set in two large metal containers to appear similar to a room in someone’s home. One of the containers was equipped with a smoke alarm and when it went off Lt. Chad Morris said that is when everyone should immediately leave the house. The other container had no alarm and it wasn’t long before all of the furnishings were ablaze. The lieutenant reminded those watching that everyone should have smoke detectors in their homes. It is difficult to get a count on the number attending, in part because there is a continual swarm of adults and youngsters at the fair. Whatever the number, the fair’s success was clear with the mood and the smiles as bright and warm as the October day.

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THE MOUSE TRAP

Malicious Removal Tools

Anti-virus is just not enough. You need to scan for malicious spyware too. MRT is a Windows 10 malicious removal tool that scans your entire Janis Weber computer for spyware and other intrusive items. You can also download and install Malwarebytes for free (you run it manually) or pay $25 for the same software but it runs continually behind the scenes. If you are running Windows 10 simply follow these instructions to run a quick or full scan of your computer. The quick scan will only look at the surface, taking around 5 minutes. The full scan can take hours but will expose any hiding quirks you need to remove. In the search bar where Cortana hangs out type MRT. Only one result will appear as a run command. Click on that and a new window will open with three choices. The first is the quick scan. Please do it. I would suggest running the full scan occasionally anyway. It will not interrupt whatever else you are doing while doing no harm or moving anything. A results page will appear at the end showing you anything that is harmful on your machine. It will suggest what product will best remove the bad stuff. On the other hand, if you are using Windows 7 or 8 then download Malwarebytes and run the FREE version. This software will actually quarantine all malicious items. Spyware can seriously slow down your computer.

Speed Up Your Computer

1. This is a topic I talk about a lot but I don’t

think I have mentioned much about the actual desktop screen. When you install new software, it asks you if you want shortcuts, etc., to be place on your desktop. That is fine until there are numerous ones hanging out. You say no big deal, which is true, but every time you boot (turn on) your computer your machine must load all these icons. If you are storing documents on the desktop this has an effect as well. Take the time to either organize your documents and pictures within the system files or at least group them together into folders on the desktop if you must keep them there. Then at least the machine only must initially look for the folders. Your computer has a filing system for a reason. The memory must work very hard to look all around instead of an organized virtual office. 2. Your System Tray is the area on the Task Bar (with the clock) that must be completely up and running before you can use your computer. If you have too many things here, it will seriously increase the startup time. There are a few ways to get to the startup list but be very careful here. If you eliminate the wrong items, you can disable the entire computer. Ask for help on this topic. I can help. 3. The last topic is RAM. As your computer ages, it needs more memory to function. Sound familiar? When your computer was new it had sufficient memory to run all the programs. Now it needs more Random Access Memory (RAM). If you moved up to Windows 10 I bet your computer is slower unless you already had a lot of RAM installed already. RAM is relatively inexpensive and simple to install. Max out your computer. Consider these things I have talked about soon. You will be happy you did. How about a checkup? I can make a quick house call to let you know what can be done.

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PC and iPhone/iPad classes anywhere that has Wi-Fi. Informal and informative. We can all use the same local Internet. We will pick a topic using open discussion. It is amazing how many different issues are solved. Bring a list of questions. Let’s get started.

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OhComputerTraining.com. Subscribers will get a copy of this article plus added hints, tips and trusted/valuable web-links. Janis Weber, B.A., owner of Ohio Computer Training, is a professional computer adjunct instructor at UT and Lourdes University. All classes are offered though the Eberly Center at UT with free parking. Email any specific questions or comments to JwPcTutor@Gmail.com or contact her for assistance at 419/318-9112. Public Classes are listed on her website: OhComputerTraining.com. The classes at UT offer inexpensive and totally non-intimidating. Call 419/ 530-8570 to register. Private tutoring and repairs are just a phone call or email away.

Letters to the Editor

Opinions and letters published in the Sylvania AdVantage are not necessarily the views of the editor or publisher. The Sylvania AdVantage reserves the right to edit or omit copy in accordance with newspaper policies. To the Editor: As a retired, long time Sylvania Schools employee, I am urging the voters of Sylvania to vote for the school levy. No one likes to pay more taxes but the failure of an issue like this can have a lasting impact on the schools and the community. The cutting of school funding by the state of Ohio and the reduced property valuation ahs caused the board of education to make some very tough decisions. The administration and the board of education have been fiscally responsible and have managed this problem quite well as evidenced by the fact that the last successful levy request was five years ago (2011). However, reducing staff, increasing class size, eliminating curricular and/or extracurricular offerings and closing facilities eventually reaches a point where it causes a decline in the quality of education that is available to our students. Our young people are our future and we only have one chance to give them a quality education. Passage of Issue 17 will keep Sylvania Schools Strong and Sylvania Strong. I urge you to vote YES on Issue 17 on Nov. 8.

Jeff Chambers Director of Communication Services Ohio School Boards Association 8050 N. High St., Suite 100 Columbus, OH 43235 614/540-4000 To the Editor: Quoting a note by Jeff Foxworthy: “If you MUST show your identification to board an airplane, cash a check, buy liquor, or check out a library book and rent a video, but not to vote for who runs the government — you might live in a nation that was founded by geniuses but is run by idiots.” The answer to that question is that our “idiots” in Washington are being “politically correct.” It’s about time they quit playing that PC game and began to remember what our founding fathers did when they established this great country, besides being “volunteers” without a salary instead of being lifetime politicians. They need to start thinking about the safety and security of our country! Showing your identity to vote should be the law of the land. Bruce Wharram Sylvania Township

Larry Morrison Rodeo Drive To the Editor: On Nov. 8, residents of the Sylvania Schools District will be asked to approve Issue 17, a 5.7-mill levy. Passage of Issue 17 is critical to avoiding further cuts to academic and extracurricular programs, staff members, high school busing and closing the Sylvania pool. The need for the levy is real. State funding for the district has been cut by $16 million since 2010. During that time, nearly 80 staff positions have been eliminated, resulting in larger class sizes and fewer course offerings. Support for Issue 17 will provide fiscal stabilization and preserve Sylvania’s longstanding educational excellence. While this issue would cost the owner of a $175,000 home $28 per month, the return on this community investment will make a significant impact for years to come. I encourage residents to vote FOR Issue 17 on the Nov. 8 ballot.

Dear Editor: It was remarkable to see the display of pride and patriotism exhibited by everyone on Main Street as Chrys Peterson sang the National Anthem. Vendors and those attending the Fall Festival on Oct. 16 stopped what they were doing and turned toward the stage focusing their attention in respectful silence. We also marveled that several vendors offered treats to those attending the festival but the vendor who offered blank cards for people to make to be sent to veterans especially impressed us. All of this was very heart warming despite the rain, which ultimately canceled the parade. Marilyn and Felice Bauer Maplewood Avenue

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COMMUNITY AFFAIRS

JANET AMID

THE STARS SPEAK “Mankind will never see an end of trouble until... lovers of wisdom come to hold political power, or the holders of power... become lovers of wisdom.” –Plato, The Republic With the potent mixture of determination and power, few signs showcase as much strength and passion as Scorpio. Just like the Phoenix, the highest symbol for Scorpio, this is a time of transformation and renewal. Take this opportunity to follow your bliss. Start by letting go of outmoded situations and people. Then, make a list of your goals and allow your desire to give you the impetus to achieve them. The strength of your feelings can give you exactly what you need to produce magnificent results. Dear Readers, As the seasons begin to change, we are once again reminded that the world and all of nature is in a constant transition. The fall equinox brings a feeling of brisk and vital awareness. For the next few months or so, as we experience some major cosmic influences, what keeps us moving is the knowledge that challenges are merely a motivator for growth. Astrologically speaking, Saturn, the planet of structure, continues in the fun loving, social sign of Sagittarius, lightening our views on politics. This could be a most interesting cycle with regards to domestic as well as foreign affairs. We may also begin to see a shift in the stock market, hopefully for the better.

NOVEMBER HIGHLIGHTS:

Full Moon in Taurus Nov. 14. Emotions run high as the sun and moon in opposition can cause us to feel very unsettled. The tugpull of the water-earth energy merely awakens our thirst for structure. A week to set good intentions. Those born under Leo, Aquarius, Scorpio and Taurus are most affected but much of it relates to how interact. New moon in Sagittarius Nov. 29. We can now leave the painful parts of the past behind as we enlarge our visions of life. Even the most difficult challenges diminish when we expand the pool of hope and the field of possibilities. Fresh aspirations can arise that may seem beyond our reach at the moment, but which can provide inspiration whether we fulfill them or not. Venus in Sagittarius until Nov. 12. Where Venus in Scorpio is intensity, deep waters. Whereas Venus in Sagittarius is fire. A blaze. Where Venus in Scorpio is serious, in Sagittarius she is freedom seeking. Where Venus in Scorpio wants to possess and control, Sagittarius wants to run free and experience everything the world has to offer (and more) preferably with other free spirits. Venus in Sagittarius is setting off on the road less traveled, broadening horizons through travel and philosophy, ideas and cultures. We are all affected by their planets in transit, and Venus in Sagittarius merely lightens our load. Those born under Sagittarius, Leo, Aquarius, Aries, Scorpio, Libra, Capricorn, are in a good place. Much depends on where it falls into your zodiac picture based on your time of birth.

SIGNS: Aries (March 21-April 20)

This is clearly the month to take control of your health as well as other aspects of your life. Fitness is a key, as well as your priorities together. In addition, take heed when dealing with work-related matters. Don’t try to overcompensate. Just do what you do best and that is to lead. Also, at this time, you may

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find yourself easily engrossed in special subjects and projects that need your attention, eagerly throwing yourself into learning and producing. The need for challenges, whether mental or physical, becomes palpable from now until Dec. 10.

Taurus (April 21-May 21)

With Mars at your mid-heaven fortifying your drive and motivation, you may, without realizing it, be interfering with your social life. A personal conflict between time spent with partners or children, or time spent with friends or group activities is likely to capture your attention. So, it is up to you to create some sort of balance that will satisfy all. Relationships, specifically love related, may have a tendency to overwhelm you but it is up to you to keep the ball moving. In regard to your money, time to buckle down, delay some instant gratification. You find yourself making concessions more so than usual.

Gemini (May 22-June 21)

Work continues to be in the spotlight for you this month. However, responsibilities on the home front are likely to conflict with career matters. Work is busy for you in November as you take special pride in what you do. From the 18th forward, a partnership steps up a notch becoming more dynamic and dramatic, particularly so in the last week of the month. Also a love relationship reaches new levels of intimacy. A loan or money owed to you could arrive sometime within the next few weeks.

Cancer (June 22-July 23)

Romance, play time, and creativity continue to take center stage in the first few weeks of November. There will be times when you feel bogged down by projects, paperwork, and errands. Still, you may find time for indulging in hobbies and other pleasurable activities. Your charm runs very high again this month. The 10th through the 20th brings the need to help out a friend. Work is a scurry of activity in the last week of the month as this period also favors stepping up physical activity or a health regimen.

Leo (July 24-Aug. 23)

Partnerships, both work and home, continue to take center stage for you this month as Mars travels through your 7th house. At first glance, November may not seem to be as productive as most, but in fact you are building your nest, gathering your resources, and preparing for busier months ahead. A career or reputation matter demands attention around the Full Moon on the 14th. Romantic activity picks up after the 20th. Socializing on the job, and perhaps even meeting someone through work, is also part of the picture in the second half of the month.

Virgo (Aug. 24-Sept. 23)

It’s time to shed old skin for a new one. Revamp your image and relationships. Abandon stale ploys for affection and learn to take control of you life. A busy month involving plenty of errand running, tending to paperwork, and attending appointments is in store for you. Saturn at odds with your own sign in conjunction with Venus and the New Moon on the 29th has you running in a million directions. With Pluto in fellow earth sign, Capricorn, much can be said about sudden opportunities. The 15-20 is a period of strength for you, when your powers of persuasion are especially effective.

Libra (Sept. 24-Oct. 23)

It’s that time again to organize your personal finances this month, after perhaps some unexpected bills escalating since April 2016. November is an excellent month for budget making, asking for a raise, and discovering new ways to boost your income. The 20th through the 28th is a strong time for money matters, or asking for that much needed raise. Some unexpected elements on

the job can leave your head spinning at times, but keeping your cool is necessary. A generally friendly, positive attitude this month helps you to do just that. The last few days of November are excellent for education, learning, and communications.

Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 22)

November is a month of increased confidence and initiative for you, Scorpio as you are once again in your element. And as always, other will follow your lead. Its an excellent month in which to present your ideas, state your case, or simply get up to date with your emails, phone calls, and paperwork. Career offers come now, and money owed to you could also arrive, particularly in the last week of the month. You begin to realize some of your dreams of creating an ideal home environment in November, as you seem to have a handle on your daily activities.

Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec. 21)

This month is especially strong month for you in terms of career and family matters. It’s also excellent for entertaining or just hanging out. The first few weeks of the month could involve some sacrifices and rethinking of your plans. However, it’s a time of gathering your resources for the weeks ahead. The last week of the month is extremely busy. You are willingly taking the lead and others have your best interests at heart. A lover or partner is paying a lot of attention to you, and it feels fabulous.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 20)

Expansion, confidence, and hopefulness are keywords for November. You should be feeling good about yourself and confident about your future. A romantic revelation occurs around the mid-part of November leading into December. During this time it’s easier than ever to attract exactly what you

want. November is likely to be memorable for love and romance! Confusing financial matters or questions of ownership begin to resolve this month.

Aquarius (Jan 21-Feb 19)

Your sense of adventure runs high this month, and you are itching for a change of pace. Any partnership conflicts that have been brewing are magnified in November, however. The key to resolving this potential tug-of-war is to find common ground and to renew the element of friendship and equality in your relationship. Watch for money tensions around the 4th and social blunders or misunderstandings on the 17-18. The last week of the month is outstanding for work, money, and career

Pisces (Feb. 20-March 20)

Business and public affairs continue to play a big role in your life in November, but the pressures and over-activity in these areas you encountered last month begin to dissipate. As a result, you’re more likely to enjoy your increased exposure and recognition on a professional level. Increased responsibilities continue to be an issue in your life, but you feel more in control. Love this month is rather business-like as well, or could be found through professional contacts. Friends and group activities are strong in the last week. Janet Amid is a columnist who writes for Sylvania Advantage, and can be heard on 92.5 KISS FM Monday Mornings between 8:15 and 8:45 AM. She can reached at 419/882-5510 or by e-mail at JanetAmid@aol.com. Check out her web site at JanetAmid.com “In a time of universal deceit - telling the truth is a revolutionary act.” - George Orwell

OBITUARIES

Suzanne Casper

Suzanne Frances Casper passed away peacefully on Oct. 15, 2016, after a long illness. Her devotion to her family and her firm belief in God supported her in this struggle and ultimately gave her peace. She was 80

years old. Sue was born on Feb. 16, 1936, to Florence (Comte) and Alfred Schlageter. One of eight children, she was blessed with a large and loving family. She grew up in Oregon, Ohio, attended Sacred Heart School and graduated from Notre Dame Academy. Sue was a member of Beta Sigma Phi where she developed friendships that she cherished her entire life. She married the love of her life, James Casper, on Aug. 16, 1958. Sue devoted her life to raising their five children. She spent time volunteering at their schools, Gesu, St. Ursula, and St. Francis and supported her husband while he was principal at Ottawa Hills High School. She loved to cook for the family and others and is best known for her spaghetti sauce and sour cream coffee cake. Sue enjoyed spending time with her friends bowling, playing bridge and pinochle. There was never a shortage of family gatherings: Christmas celebrations on Bainbridge Rd. and New Year’s Day on Drummond, family reunions, weekends at the cottage, and vacations at the Jersey shore. Sue was usually the life of the party and enjoyed life best when her family was together. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. Sue is survived by children Patti (Tim) Mikac, Cathy Smith, Lisa (Jim) Wheeler, Kevin (Lynn Szaroleta) Casper, Brent (Ami Reed) Casper; grandchildren Emily, Andrew, Joe and Sarah Mikac, Lindsay (Joe) Smith Lyden, Regan Smith, Lauren, Jake, Megan and Nick Wheeler, Elizabeth, Jordan, Lucy, James, Luke and Reagan Casper; great-grandchildren Jackson and Emma Lyden; siblings Joanne (Jim) Kesting, Carol Koelsch, Ed (Ann) Schlageter and sister-in-law, Nancy Schlageter. She was preceded in death by her husband, James C. Casper; brothers Jack, Dick and Jim Schlageter; sister Mary Lou Hoeflinger; in laws Barbara and Pat Schlageter and Bill Koelsch, and son-in-law Regan Smith. The family would like to thank the staff of Kingston of Sylvania and Hospice of Northwest Ohio for the compassionate care given to Suzanne during her illness. Those planning an expression of sympathy in Sue’s name are asked to consider Hospice of Northwest Ohio, 30000 E. River Rd. Perrysburg, OH 43551. Online condolences may be shared at walkerfuneralhomes.com.

Emil Darah

Emil John Darah, 90, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Oct. 15, 2016, at Kingston Care Center in Sylvania, Ohio. Emil was born May 28, 1926, to Helen and George Darah in Toledo. Emil was a 1945 graduate of Woodward High School. Upon graduation from Woodward, he was drafted into the U.S. Army. He was seven days at sea in the Pacific Theater when WWII ended, but he continued his service as a staff sergeant in the Philippines until 1946, earning Good Conduct and Victory Medals. Following his honorable discharge from the army, Emil attended the University of Toledo. He was a member of Kappa Chi Fraternity

SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE | FIRST NOVEMBER 2016 | 16B through which he developed friendships that continued until his final days. Emil spent his entire career with Superior Overall. He began as a driver when he returned from the service. Over the years he worked his way up through various positions, concluding his career as sales manager. His affable personality contributed to his success in business. Since his childhood, Emil was a member of St. Elias Orthodox Church where he served on the board of trustees. He married Vivian (Skaff) Darah, the love of his life, in 1950, and they enjoyed 61 years of marriage until her death in 2011. They raised a daughter and three sons. Together, they enjoyed their church, trips to Hawaii and Florida, extended family, and many friends. Their home was inviting, and they were most delighted when their children and 10 grandchildren stopped by for frequent visits. Emil liked cars, his annual Canadian fishing trips, and sitting out on the driveway with a good cigar. He was meticulously ethical, hardworking, and devoted to his family. His infectious smile and jolly demeanor were wellknown, even in his final years. Emil was preceded in death by his parents, wife Vivian, daughter Jacalyn, and brother Nicholas. He is survived by sons Mark (Dolli), Scott (Linda), and Gregg Darah; grandchildren Michael (Meghan), Matthew, Adrienne, Ryan, Victoria, Kristen, Kelley, Grace, Andrew, and William Darah; sister Louise Pospisil; brotherin-law Raymond (Sherry) Skaff; and numerous nieces and nephews. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Elias Church, Hospice of NW Ohio, or the charity of the donor’s choice. The family would like to thank the caregivers at Kingston and Hospice of NW Ohio for their care and service to Emil. walkerfuneralhomes.com

Erminia (Ennia) Getz

Erminia Getz, who went by Ennia Getz, was born Dec. 9, 1925, to Mario and Adele Sonni in Trieste, Italy, and passed away at the Ebeid Hospice Residence, Oct. 14, 2016, surrounded by her loving family. She met John Getz during WWII. When her town and home was taken over by the Germans, her house became a communications center and she became their interpreter. After the war, John and Ennia married in 1946 in Italy and moved to the U.S. to the Wauseon, Ohio, area where they resided until the early 50s, and then they moved to the West Toledo area. In 1959, they moved to Sylvania, Ohio. After her husband John passed away, she lived with her son Neil and daughter-in-law Rita. She worked for Ollie Marquardt Construction in the sales department in the 60s. She worked at various women’s retail stores, including Himmelhoch’s, Holly Farms, Lion Store and Dillard’s. She retired in 2002. She lived a long and happy life. Ennia joins her beloved husband, John, in heaven who passed away June 9, 1984. She is survived by her sons Thomas (Georgette) Getz and Neil (Rita) Getz, grandchildren Neil Jr. (fiancé Jody Conklin), Jonathan (Madeline), David and Tom Getz, step-grandchildren Lara Wiltshire Ray (Nathan), Eric (Malina) and Mark Wiltshire, step-great-grandchildren Chloe Mae Ray, Brennen Wiltshire, William Wiltshire, and Lily Wiltshire sister-in-law Marilyn Miller, nieces Ann (Rob) Oberski and Carol Tiffany, greatnephew Alex Tiffany, brother Mario Sonni and nephews Matteo and Lorenzo Sonni as well as very good friend Raymonde Alberti. The family would like to thank the ICU

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Department at Toledo Hospital, Pro-Medica Ebeid Hospice and Dr. Mark Gallagher and staff for their kind care of their mother. Online condolences to the family may be sent to reebfuneralhome.com.

D. Ann Lammie (Cooper)

You Did it Mom. A fantastic job, raising four daughters on your own. You put yourself through nursing school, you bought a house and showed us in lady-like fashion that we can accomplish anything. This was all in the 1960s... unheard of. But, you did it. We’ll miss your beautiful singing, your impeccable style, constant prayers, your neverending guidance and support. After you finished raising us, you finally married your high school sweetheart, Dick Lammie, and lived 23 wonderful years in Naples, Fla. We know being a ‘Grandma’ and spending time with your great-grandchildren made you light up. Your best gift to us was teaching us about the Bible, John 3:16. Because of this Mom, we’ll all be reunited for a giant family reunion one day. Our Mom, Ann, is survived by her daughters Diana (Rick) Frye, Pamela Dillard, Beth (Brad) Bloomer and Jennifer Bruning; eight grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren and her brother Paul Cooper. Ann was preceded in death by her husband, Richard; parents Talbot and Elizabeth Cooper; sisters Alice Apt and Mary Stachak; brother Thomas Cooper; grandson Zachary Dillard; son-in-law Dennis Dillard and two nephews Steven Governo and Timothy Stachak. See Mom, you did it. You can rest now. Your job is done. YOUR DAUGHTERS CAN TAKE IT FROM HERE. In lieu of flowers, please do a random act of kindness in our mother’s honor. reebfuneralhome.com.

James O’Neal

James F. O’Neal, 56, of Sylvania Township, Ohio, passed away Oct. 12, 2016, at the Ebeid Hospice Residence, Sylvania, Ohio. Jim was employed as a pipefitter for many years. He was an avid hunter, fisherman, and pool player. He enjoyed the time spent volunteering at a local food bank. Jim is survived by his children Jasmine and Chance Gould; mom, Patricia O’Neal; sister and brother Shelly (Jon) and Jack (Diane) O’Neal. He was preceded in death by his father, James E. O’Neal. Those wishing to offer memorials are asked to consider The Promedica Ebeid Hospice Residence. reebfuneralhome.com.

Leona Palan

Leona Mae Palan, age 77, of Ottawa Lake, Mich., passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family Oct. 24, 2016. She was born April 8, 1939, in Lewistown, Penn. Leona was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She enjoyed cook-

ing, canning, and baking. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Leona is survived by her loving husband of 37 years, Lindell Palan; children Wanda (Mike) Carpenter, Freddie Fisher, Pauline Fisher (Rick Lewis), Leona (John) Brown, son-in-law Stewart Vanpelt; 10 grandchildren, 15 greatgrandchildren, as well as many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her daughter Sarah Laviolette, two siblings and her parents. Leona is greatly loved and will be deeply missed. reebfuneralhome.com.

James Wesolowski

James L. Wesolowski, 63, of Ottawa Hills, Ohio, passed away peacefully at Hospice of Northwest Ohio on Oct. 11, 2016. Jim was born Nov. 30, 1952, in Toledo, Ohio, to Marion and Leonard Wesolowski. He was a graduate of Rogers High School class of 1970 and the University of Toledo’s engineering school. He began working at the young age of 15 as a caddie at Inverness Country Club. Jim worked different jobs until he finally was hired at Sun Oil as a refinery operator for 28 years. Toledo Refinery (PBF Holding) took over Sun Oil and Jim continued there until present, where he had an accident and was unable to recover. He was a procedure writer, trainer, and chief operator at Toledo Refinery. Jim became very respected at his positions and was looked at as the guy who had all the answers. Jim had a real interest in traveling abroad, enjoying various cultures of different countries around the world, with his wife for the last 6 years. Jim also had a passion for finance and investing and had a keen eye for fixing anything from a car to a household appliance. He enjoyed working in the yard and tinkering with tools in his workshop. Jim is preceded in death by his parents, Marion and Leonard Wesolowski, and is survived by his loving wife, Patricia, of 40 years, daughter Nicole (Brian) Riga, sons Reed (Samantha) Wesolowski of Chicago Ill., and Ross Wesolowski, along with his dear grandchildren Tess and Andrew Riga who loved their papa very much. Jim is also survived by his brother Jeff (Cheryl) Wesolowski, and sisters Cathy (Stan) Pirucki and Nancy Gladieux. He also had many nieces, nephews, cousins and Aunt Lorraine Shook. Throughout the years Jim kept a close relationship with his brotherin-law Robert (Becky) Brymer of Tallahassee, Fla. Jim will also miss and be missed by his cats at home which greeted him when arrived home and provided much companionship over the years. Jim was a parishioner at Christ the King Catholic Church, Toledo, Ohio. The family would like to thank family, friends and also coworkers from Toledo Refinery who visited Jim at Toledo Hospital, Advanced Specialty Care, and Hospice of Northwest Ohio. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Hospice of NW Ohio and the Toledo Humane Society. Any condolences can be sent to reebfuneralhome.com.

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Sylvania Area Crime Reports Breaking and Entering Monroe Bank & Trust, window damaged; copper piping stolen at 5200 block of S. Main St. Burglary John Parker, cash stolen at 5600 block of Bluewater Ln. Charles Bartlett, wallet with credit and debit cards stolen at 5500 block of Bluewater Dr. Frances Slates, cash and jewelry stolen at 4900 block of Park Place. Tara S. Allore, jewelry stolen at 5800 block of Glasgow Rd. Jennifer M. Comiskey, attempted burglary at 5600 block of W. Alexis Rd. Carolyn J. Mahlman, handguns, rifle, jewelry and TV stolen at 5100 block of Bibley Way. Stephanie R. Schmidt, cash stolen at 3200 block of N. Centennial Rd. Criminal Damaging Judith K. Gonia, vehicle scratched at 7600 block of W. Sylvania Ave. Kendall A. Gigax, vehicle mirror damaged at 5400 block of Silica Dr. Found Property Debit card found at 6300 block of Monroe St. Credit card found at Main St. Lost Property Jeremy A. Hall, firearm lost at 5700 block of Dornell Rd. Firearm lost at 5600 block of Balfour Rd. Telecommunications Abuse Flower Hospital, harassing phone calls received at 5200 block of Harroun Rd. Theft Mary J. Bissonette, unauthorized use of bank card at 3900 block of Windward Dr. Allison Zeigler, cash stolen at 5900 block of W. Central Ave. Courtney E. Whitney, unauthorized use of debit card, 5800 block of W. Central Ave. C.I.S.P., Iphone stolen at 3000 block of Moffat St. Manish R. Gupta, business and personal checks stolen at 7600 block of W. Central Ave. Vicki Evener, vehicle window smashed, cash stolen at 5300 block of Monroe St. McClurg Environmental, Inc., Gpad stolen at 5800 block of W. Central Ave. Megan C. Dutz, wallet stolen with cash, credit card; unauthorized use of credit card at 7400 block of W. Central Ave. Hannah M. Alonzo, purse and clothing bag stolen from vehicle at 3000 block of Wilford Dr. Sylvania Mower Center, trailer stolen at 3300 block of Holland-Sylvania Rd. Marilyn Zarecki, gift cards stolen at 5900 block of Martha Ct. Promedica Office Bldg. III, fraudulent payment, 5500 block of Monroe St. Crystal Snyder, boxes of candy stolen at 5500 block of Monroe St. Aunah B. Knab, Ipad and Northface backpack stolen at 6700 block of Sylvania Ave. Dollar General, cleaning materials stolen at 6700 block of W. Sylvania Ave. Jason Carlton, identity theft, 5200 block of Bentbrook Ave. Christine E. Stone, leaf blower stolen at 5800 block of Cushman Rd. Ka K. Wong, model of a castle stolen at 5700 block of Little Farms Ct. Walmart, cough syrup stolen at 5800 block of W. Central Ave. Meijer, merchandise stolen at 7200 block of W. Central Ave. Meijer, cologne stolen at 7200 block of W. Central Ave. Halloween City, costumes stolen at 5100 block of Monroe St. William A. Leffler, TVs and Xbox games stolen at 3400 block of Shakespeare Ln. Halloween City, costumes stolen at 5100 block of Monroe St. Wendy Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Dell, purse with credit and debit cards stolen at 5400 block of Silica Dr. Speedway, lottery books stolen at 6700 block of W. Sylvania Ave. Pauline I. Holman, wallet with cash and credit cards stolen at 6200 block of Monroe St. From the Court Aggravated Trespass Raymond W. Pasler, homeless, $900 fine,

costs, 180 days jail time, 122 days suspended, drug screening. Assault Jessica R. Gustafson, 8310 W. Bancroft, Toledo, $450 fine, costs, 60 days jail time, 55 days suspended, anger management. Child Endangerment Christopher M. Davenport, 6116 Red Oak, Toledo, $300 fine, costs, 103 days jail time, 100 days suspended, parenting classes, drug screening. Criminal Trespass Kade D. Johnson, 7003 Shadowcreek Dr., Maumee, $250 fine, costs, 30 days jail time, 30 days suspended, drug screening. Cody D. Foster, 4047 Hill Ave., Toledo, $250 fine, costs, 30 days jail time, 28 days suspended, AA meetings, drug screening. Justin R. Dewitt, 7446 Annin St., Holland, $250 fine, costs, 30 days jail time, 30 days suspended, off limits at Walmart, drug screening. Disorderly Conduct Nickolas S. Adams, 6206 Valley Stream Rd., Toledo, $250 fine, costs, 30 days jail time, 28 days suspended, anger management. Jason H. Klapfish, 4519 W. Bancroft, No. 4, Toledo, $250 fine, costs, 30 days jail time, 30 days suspended. Domestic Violence Charles A. Cudjoe, 1375 Grand Ave., Toledo, $250 fine, costs, 30 days jail time, 10 days suspended. Jeremy J. Baumhower, 6357 Wedgewood Dr., Sylvania, $400 fine, costs, 93 days jail time, 90 days suspended, E.H.M.U., 80 hours community service. Driving Under the Influence Jad Bazzi, 2420 Secor Rd., Toledo, $500 fine, costs, 43 days jail time, 40 days suspended, license suspended 270 days with limited privileges. Hollis L. Evans, Jr., 911 Buffalo St., Toledo, $500 fine, costs, 114 days jail time, 90 days suspended, license suspended one year, drug screening. Ramelle M. Smith-Agin, 8106 Timothy Ln., Sylvania, $500 fine, costs, 33, days jail time, 30 days suspended, 100 hours community service. Tracy J. Myers, 6161 Dorr St., Toledo, $500 fine, costs, 33 days jail time, 30 days suspended, license suspended 180 days, drug screening. Emily Vargas, 1936 Sunbury Dr., Holland, $500 fine, costs, 43 days jail time, 40 days suspended, license suspended 180 days with limited privileges. Matthew J. Lehman, 1013 Bryan Dr., Moore, Okla., $500 fine, costs, 43 days jail time, 40 days suspended, license suspended 180 days. Jean Paul C. Gutierrez, 1082 Fairview Ave., Unit U1, Bowling Green, $500 fine, costs, 33 days jail time, 30 days suspended, license suspended 180 days with limited privileges. Renato E. Habbab, 124 Cameron Dr., Weston, Fla., $500 fine, costs, 43 days jail time, 40 days suspended, license suspended 180 days. Jack A. Morris, 525 Broadway, Toledo, $500 fine, costs, 79 days jail time, 70 days suspended, license suspended one year, drug screening. Daniel A. Lamy, 75 Fox Run, Holland, $500 fine, costs, 43 days jail time, 40 days suspended, license suspended 180 days, drug screening. Albert R. Navarre, Jr., 2338 Secor Rd., Toledo, 46 days jail time, 40 days suspended, license suspended 200 days with limited privileges. Kristopher L. Larue, 6635 Dumont Ln., Columbus, $450 fine, costs, 33 days jail time, 30 days suspended, license suspended 180 days. David J. Glore, 27897 White Rd., Perrysburg, $525 fine, costs, 46 days jail time, 40 days suspended, license suspended 200 days with limited privileges. Drug Abuse Jeremy T. King, 8654 Terrance Dr., Lambertville, Mich., $500 fine, costs, 164 days jail time, 150 days suspended, drug screening.

Colleen M. Forshey, 5713 Chardonnay Dr., Toledo, $450 fine, costs, 150 days jail time, 150 days suspended, drug screening. Drug Paraphernalia Thomas M. Kiker, 2539 Schroeder Ct., Toledo, $150 fine, costs, 30 days jail time, 25 days suspended, drug screening. Cody D. Foster, 4047 Hill Ave., Toledo, $250 fine, costs, 30 days jail time, 28 days suspended, AA meetings, drug screening. Corey W. Kaczorowski, 7350 Sailfish Ct., Maumee, $500 fine, costs, 90 days jail time, 90 days suspended, 80 hours community service, drug screening. Drug Possession Willard G. Stuckey, III, 3230 Centennial Rd., No. 112, Sylvania, $400 fine, costs, 90 days jail time, 90 days suspended, drug screening. Joseph A. Graser, 16806 U.S. 20A, Lot 13, W. Unity, $500 fine, costs, 180 days jail time, 180 days suspended, drug screening. Kristina M. Bauman, 2292 Teal St., Toledo, $350 fine, costs, 180 days jail time, 180 days suspended, license suspended six months, drug screening. Kade D. Johnson, 7003 Shadowcreek Dr., Maumee, $450 fine, costs, 120 days jail time, 120 days suspended, drug screening. Christopher M. Davenport, 6116 Red Oak, Toledo, $600 fine, costs, 155 days jail time, 150 days suspended, parenting classes, drug screening. Hunting Violation Kenneth J. Henneman, 100 N. Irwin Rd., Holland, $250 fine, costs, 40 days jail time, 40 days suspended, hunting license suspended 18 months, restitution. Menacing Brad O. Washburn, 3640 149th St., Toledo, $350 fine, costs, 153 days jail time, 150 days suspended, . Dale A. Marksch, address unknown, $250 fine, costs, 30 days jail time, 15 days suspended, No Operatorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s License Cole A. Santos, 723 W. Gypsy Ln., Bowling Green, $250 fine, costs, 33 days jail time, 30 days suspended, license suspended 60 days. Innoc O. Broady, 614 Arcadia St., Toledo, $300 fine, costs, 30 days jail time, 30 days suspended, 96 hours community service. Physical Control Kent D. Orcutt, 7819 Therfield Dr., Sylvania, $500 fine, costs, 66 days jail time, 60 days suspended, license suspended one year. Reckless Operation Steven O. Gurney, 1146 Seymour Rd., Toledo, $125 fine, costs, 30 days jail time, 27 days suspended, license suspended one year, drug screening. Jamane M. Williams, 666 Pine Grove, Jonesboro, La., $125 fine, costs, 30 days jail time, 24 days suspended, license suspended one year. Stephen T. Welly, 5002 Davenport, Sylvania, $150 fine, costs, 30 days jail time, 24 days suspended, license suspended one year with limited privileges. Everett M. Barton, 4726 Burning Tree Dr., Toledo, $100 fine, costs, 30 days jail time, 27 days suspended, license suspended six months. Sara M. Klocinski, 5115 Brinthaven, Sylvania, $100 fine, costs, 30 days jail time, 27 days suspended, license suspended six months with limited privileges. Abby L. Ayalon, 2015 King Rd., Toledo, $100 fine, costs, 30 days jail time, 27 days suspended, license suspended six months. Resisting Arrest Cody E. Wandersee, 5113 Secor Rd., Apt. 9, Toledo, $600 fine, costs, 60 days jail time, 60 days suspended, 20 hours community service, drug screening. Theft Alexus C. McDuffy, 8 Nevada St., Toledo, $700 fine, costs, 90 days jail time, 80 days suspended, restitution, drug screening. Veronica M. Cole, 1221 Peck St., Toledo, $500 fine, costs, 90 days jail time, 60 days suspended, restitution, drug screening. Nicholas A. Wilczynski, 4912 Douglas Rd.,

Apt. 23, Toledo, $450 fine, costs, 90 days jail time, 85 days suspended, 100 hours community service, drug screening. Mary A. Stuck, 2209 Broadway, Toledo, $400 fine, costs, 90 days jail time, 68 days suspended, drug screening. Brandy Vernier, 5305 Breezy Way, Apt. 4, Toledo, $500 fine, costs, 90 days jail time, 83 days suspended, drug screening. Morgan J. Korakas, 9432 Sheffield Rd., Perrysburg, $500 fine, costs, 90 days jail time, 45 days suspended, restitution, drug screening. Holly B. May, 303 E. Perry St., Grover Hill, $250 fine, costs, 10 days jail time, 10 days suspended. Vincent A. Vallejo, 653 Williamville, Toledo, $250 fine, costs, 10 days E.H.M.U., 40 hours community service. Kimberly S. Millisor, 1505 Hesterville Rd., Georgetown, S. Car., $400 fine, costs, 90 days jail time, 90 days suspended, 72 hours community service, drug screening. Cody D. Foster, 4047 Hill Ave., Toledo, $500 fine, costs, 90 days jail time, 88 days suspended, AA meetings, drug screening. Justin R. Dewitt, 7446 Annin St., Holland, $500 fine, costs, 90 days jail time, 72 days suspended, off limits at Walmart, restitution, drug screening. Dartavia L. Payne, 666 Oswald St., Apt. 2, Toledo, $150 fine, costs, 30 days jail time, 30 days suspended, 20 hours community service, restitution. Justin R. Dewitt, 7446 Annin St., Holland, $500 fine, costs, 90 days jail time, 72 days suspended, off limits at Walmart, restitution. Thomas M. Kiker, 2539 Schroeder, Ct., Toledo, $250 fine, costs, 30 days jail time, 25 days suspended, drug screening. Cassandra D. Black, 3575 Stickney, Apt. 5, Toledo, $500 fine, costs, 90 days jail time, 76 days suspended, drug screening. Unlawful Sexual Conduct Jonathan T. Clark, 8024 Deepwood, Sylvania, $500 fine, costs, 180 days jail time, 165 days suspended, work release, counseling. Unauthorized Use of Property Sadie J. Shaver, 5141 Rainbow Dr., Delta, $250 fine, costs, 30 days jail time, 30 days suspended, drug screening. Samuel M. Treichel, 2102 Wyndhurst Rd., Toledo, $250 fine, costs, 30 days jail time, 30 days suspended, restitution, drug screening. Alexus C. McDuffy, 8 Nevada St., Toledo, $250 fine, costs, 30 days jail time, 26 days suspended, restitution, drug screening. Myron A. Haskins, 3151 Northwood Ave., No. 24, Toledo, $250 fine, costs, 30 days jail time, 30 days suspended, 100 hours community service, restitution, drug screening. Janeka L. Talley, 5739 Dorr St., Apt. 213, Toledo, $250 fine, costs, 30 days jail time, 30 days suspended, 100 hours community service. Jessica K. Schang, 1760 Cone St., Toledo, $250 fine, costs, 30 days jail time, 30 days suspended, 32 hours community service. Takiyah A. Taylor, 7 Tremain Dr., Toledo, $250 fine, costs, 30 days jail time, 30 days suspended, 100 hours community service. Efia D. Kynard, 859 Wright Ave., Toledo, $150 fine, costs, 30 days jail time, 30 days suspended, 40 hours community service, restitution. Tyeshia C. Rodgers, 703 Dorr St., Toledo, $250 fine, costs, 30 days jail time, 30 days suspended, 32 hours community service. Tkiya M. Hardiman, 2714 Kendale Dr., Toledo, $250 fine, costs, 10 days jail time, six days suspended. Victoria E. Moore, 2129 Airport Hwy., Toledo, $250 fine, costs, 10 days E.H.M.U., 40 hours community service. Telajua P. chandler, 660 Ashwood Ave., Toledo, $30 days jail time, 20 days suspended. William R. Couturier, 2465 Collingwood, Toledo, $250 fine, costs, 30 days jail time, 27 days suspended, E.H.M.U., 64 hours community service, restitution, drug screening. India M. Scott, 723 Dorr St., Toledo, $250 fine, costs, 30 days jail time, 18 days suspended.

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4945 Valencia, $289,900 Well kept 3204 sq ft, 4 bed home with 1st floor Master Bedroom! Awesome island kitchen opens to family room w/wet bar, fireplace & vaulted ceiling. Nice sunroom w/vaulted ceiling & skylight overlooks well-landscaped yard. 1st floor laundry. Rec room in basement & more! Great location close to everything! A Must See! Marcia Rubini, 419/870-2009 RE/MAX Preferred Associates

Nice 1 ¼ acre shaded lot with 30 x 45 building in a great location on a paved road Southeast of Adrian MI. Value packed at $22,000. Call Larry at Faust Real Estate, LLC 517/270-3645

Former Par 3 Golf Course sits on 10 +/- acres in Deerfield MI. Club house with a 9’ wide x 7’ high overhead door. A great building site or ready for another business. Be creative, many possibilities for this unique property. $119,000. Call Jim Palmer at Faust Real Estate, LLC 517/902-6655

962 sqft home south of Adrian MI with garage, Sand Creek Schools. Needs work but priced at only $35,000. Call Jim at Faust Real Estate, LLC 517/902-6655

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5116 Huntley Dr. Awesome 3 bedroom ranch on nice large private lot in Sylvania. Beautiful newer kitchen w/custom cabinetry & newer floor covering. Newer Anderson windows. Updated bath. Newer paint & décor! 2 car attached garage. Priced to sell - only $134,900. Marcia Rubini, 419/870-2009 RE/MAX Preferred Associates

6517 Cornwall #8, $49,909 Darling 2 bedroom condo close to Lourdes University. Large living room with big picture window. Nice master with large walk-in closet. Updated kitchen with appliances! Move in ready newer paint and carpet. Great buy! Marcia Rubini, 419/870-2009 RE/MAX Preferred Associates

Valencia Gardens • Sylvania Township 5026 Cartagena, $269,900 Spacious home. Wonderful built-ins and hardwood floors. 4 bedrooms + bonus room and finished basement. Island kitchen. Large master suite. Todd Richard, 419/270-0808 • Loss Realty Group, 419/537-0090

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5620 Northview - 3 bed ranch. Great financing for first time home buyers. $114,900

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5641 Harris Hawk – 4 bedroom, 2260 sq. ft. $279,900 and 5633 Haris Hawk – 4 bedroom, 2081 sq. ft. $254,900

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SERVICES

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PAINTING - WALLPAPERING - PAPER REMOVAL GREEDER PAINT & WALLPAPER SINCE 1986

WALK TO DOWNTOWN SYLVANIA! Beautiful 1 BR/1 BA first floor apartment available in a 4-unit building on a quiet street. Hardwood floors; laundry in basement; off-street parking. $550/month, heat included. No pets. One-year lease. Call 419/779-0343

Interior/Exterior Painting-Wall Repair References-Insured-Reliable Brian 419/297-9686 HOUSE & OFFICE CLEANING Seasonal chores, pet sitting. 20+ years experience. Excellent references. Call Debbi 419/932-1431 HURLEY’S PAINTING Interior/Exterior • Paper Removal Deck Staining Quality Work • Reasonable Prices FREE ESTIMATES CALL 419/882-6753 PEST CONTROL Ants, Termites, Bed Bugs, Mice, Box Elders, Bee/Wasps Tom’s Pest Control - Holland, OH 419/868-8700 citytermiteandpest.com HOUSE CLEANING Honest, thorough, reliable, great references Call Tina at 419/764-0596

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES Home accessories business for sale. Owner retiring. $135K. Turnkey. Bar in West Toledo includes RE. Patio/rental income. Commercial properties with 1,800 SF building Griswold Realty 419/262-0894

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE LOT FOR SALE Crystal River, Florida. 1.25 acres residential. Now reduced to $20,000 Call 419/466-1082

BUSINESS SPACE FOR RENT FOR LEASE - SCHULTZ DRIVE, SYLVANIA 5425 - 1,800 SF, Lt. Industrial Warehouse W/O.H. Door & A/C 5427 - 1800 sq. ft. Offices & Warehouse with A/C Off Alexis, close to Expressway Call 419/344-0275

RECYCLING

PUBLIC DROP OFF Saturdays 10-3 Recycle your used, working or non-working electronics. No cost. Centennial Commons, 2620 Centennial Rd. Ste. W 1/4 mile south of Central Ave. Sorry, no Tube TVs or Monitors.

FOR SALE CHERRY DINING ROOM SET China cabinet, oval table with two 12” leaves, six chairs, and table pads. $600. Call 419/841-9718 MEDITERRANEAN BEDROOM SET Thomasville Mediterranean rounded headboard for queen/king bed, two night stands, large six drawer, plus middle with three drawers, chest of drawers. $800. Solid wood. Original owner. linda.russ65@bex.net

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HIRING OPPORTUNITIES!! CONSTRUCTION MARKETING/ FT We are #1 in our industry, a home improvement 30 year established company hiring enthusiastic people who want to start a career with professional and financial growth opportunities while working in a fun environment. We generate leads, prospect form in-field marketing, referrals and networking. NO SALES REQUIRED. Candidates should be highly motivated and friendly. Full time position offering full benefits, medical, dental, life, 401k retirement, 529 college fund and paid vacation. We offer advancement and unlimited earning potential. Excellent weekly salary and weekly performance bonuses. GENERAL PHYSICAL LABOR/ FT We are currently looking to add to our fast paced production staff of residential basement waterproofing installers, NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY, training provided. PHYSICAL LABOR WORK. Full benefits offered, opportunity for advancement. CALL CENTER/CUSTOMER SERVICE 2 POSITIONS AVAILABLE Setting interviews now for a part time position within a well established 30-year company. Two shifts available: 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. and 4 p.m. - 8 p.m. and EO Saturday 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. DO YOU HAVE COLLECTION OR CALL CENTER EXP? We are looking for a positive and assertive personality to work in a successful and fun environment. Speaking to customers through both warm and cold call regarding our award winning product and service. We offer competitive weekly hourly pay $12/hr. plus opportunity for bonuses based on performance. Great opportunity for individual with direct communication skills and EXPERIENCE.

CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE (TELLER) Metamora State Bank currently has a part-time Customer Service Representative (teller) position open. Come work with some great people. Cash handling and customer service experience is a plus. Please stop in at 8282 Erie Street Sylvania, Ohio to complete an application, or email your resume to dpalmer@metamorabank.com. Equal Opportunity Employer Your good neighbor bank

SAUTTERS FOOD CENTER Now hiring for part-time job opening in our deli/bakery department. Apply in person. 5519 Main St.

POSITION WANTED Retired RN seeking position for in-home health care for the elderly. Caring, compassionate and loyal. No agencies. 419/360-3677 Resume and references provided

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Kestell 52-inch folding Poker/Game Table w/cover. Like new $150. Bissell Lift-Off Deep Steam Cleaner. Used once. $125 Call 419/885-1504

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