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Toledo’s Cody Moring (3) won the Toledo Parent Cover Kid Contest.

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School Open House Guide

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GIVEAWAY Funko Snapsies! Mix ‘em, match ‘em, create unique creatures that your kids will love! That’s the idea behind Snapsies, a mystery bag-style toy Funko. Each plastic ball comes filled with surprise animal pieces that can easily be taken apart and put back together with new pieces, letting your child make new creations all their own. This month’s winner will receive TWO different Snapsies balls, so enter today!

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Kids Astrology

Adams Street Publishing Co. It wouldn’t be summer this year unless you...did what?

By Kimmie Rose

Publisher/Editor in Chief

Collette Jacobs (cjacobs@toledoparent.com) Had a cookout in our backyard.

Co-publisher/Chief Financial Officer Mark I. Jacobs (mjacobs@toledoparent.com) Man the grill for the Publisher’s cook out!

Editorial

Interim Assignment Editor Jeff McGinnis

(mcginnis@adamsstreetpublishing.com)

April 20-May 20 This is the month for turning over a brand new leaf for your Taurus child and these changes won’t just be a brief phase. They will last a lifetime. With new beginnings comes new responsibility, as you may see your Taurus child experiencing both joy and fear simultaneously. Pick up a notebook and record their goals and make a vision board with them that includes their daily structure and goals for the future. This will ensure the security that they need.

Went to Cedar Point!

Digital Media Nate Light (digitalmedia@adamsstreetpublishing.com) Hit some good mountain bike paths! Digital Marketing & Social Media Margot Jacobs (margot@adamsstreetpublishing.com) drink a margarita poolside. Contributing Writers Laurie Bertke, Ashley Hill, Sarah Lyons, Erin Schoen Marsh

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Sit on a beach in Ludington & watch the fireworks. Sales Bonnie Hunter (bhunter@adamsstreetpublishing.com) Spend time on the deck with a cool drink! Jenny Leach (sales@adamsstreetpublishing.com) Enjoy a sundae at Fritzee Freeze! Suzanne Bell (sbell@adamsstreetpublishing.com) took a long bike ride & swam!

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Production Manager Imani Lateef (imani@adamsstreetpublishing.com) Visit Lakeside in Ottawa County.

May 21-June 20 You are blessed to have a Gemini child who will choose to explore life without fear, and it can sometimes feel like a curse. Their stubbornness can take them away from their learning this month because their minds will be on other things instead of what they have already committed to. Instead of coming down on them, share with them how their hard work brings rewards, and allows them to grasp material quickly and to do well on tests. If your child is having trouble intrinsically motivating, you could try a sticker chart or another way to reward their effort for doing what they have already committed to.

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Senior Designer Leah Foley (leah@adamsstreetpublishing.com) Learned to kayak, or stuck my toes in the sand somewhere.

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Advertising/General Info For advertising and general information, call 419-244-9859 or fax 419-244-9871. E-mail ads to adsin@adamsstreetpublishing. com. Deadline for advertising copy 2 p.m. Friday before publication. Toledo Area Parent subscriptions are available by mail for $30 per year at Adams Street Publishing, 1120 Adams St., Toledo, Ohio 43604. One copy free per person per week; extra copies $1 each. Persons taking copies for any reason other than personal use are subject to prosecution. Letters to the editor must be limited to 300 words, are subject to editing, and should include the writer’s full name and phone number. Any letter submitted to the editor or publisher may be printed at the publisher’s discretion in issues subsequent to its receipt. Entire contents © 2021 by Adams Street Publishing Co. All rights reserved. Reproduction in any form is prohibited without written permission of the publisher.

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David, 3, from Sylvania, is ready to go roller skating!

Tootsy, 4, from Toledo, visits the Botanical Gardens

Aspen, 2, from Holland, is skeptical about this flower...

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Tour NMGL from HOME

Fore! ...year scholarships!

Seven Toledo area high school seniors who also worked as caddies for the Western Golf Association have earned full university scholarships for the fall. The awards were given as part of the WGA’s Chick Evans Scholarship, a program founded in 1930 by amateur golfer Charles “Chick” Evans. The area students who received scholarships include KeShaun Bailey of Central Catholic, Evan Carroll of St. John’s Jesuit, Delaney Conley of Whitmer, George Hajjar of Sylvania, Evan Pennington of Anthony Wayne, Gina Silvestri of Evergreen and Noah Wright of Anthony Wayne.

Help improve your child’s reading skills— with songs! Singing is an easy way to interact with your children and it helps support early literacy! Sing with your children any chance you get.

Don’t worry if you don’t have a Grammy Award-winning voice— your children just want to see you having fun and being silly!

Parents looking for ways to keep their kids engaged and interested in the history of Toledo and the surrounding areas have a friend in the National Museum of the Great Lakes (NMGL). The Museum is offering a large number of virtual educational options for curious minds of all ages. A new video series on The Toledo Trail launched in March, along with an online exhibit on the history of the Port of Toledo. Another video series, “Museum Moments,” focuses on artifacts housed at NMGL. The Museum’s website also features a continuously updated virtual tour of exhibits. Check it out at nmgl.org!

Giving HOPE, again HOPE Toledo is once again making dreams come true. The community organization, dedicated to supporting high quality education, announced in March that the 2021 Scott High School graduating class would be given full scholarships to attend college. The organization made the same pledge in 2020, giving all 100+ graduating Scott seniors the same opportunity. This year’s scholarship will depend upon how long the individual student attended Scott High School— students who were there for the full four years will be fully funded, while students who have been enrolled less than four years will receive scholarships proportional to how long they attended the school.

Need some inspiration?

Borrow CDs from the Library or access FREE streaming and music downloads from Freegal and hoopla. Call 419.259.5200 or Help any location for help getting started.

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improve your child’s reading skills with songs!

The library is also happy to put together a bundle of books that Singing is an easy way to interact encourage singing.

A new bus deal for TPS

Toledo Public School kids will have new forms of transportation beginning next school year. In March, the TPS Board approved Trinity Transportation as the new provider for charter and private school students. TPS’s current transportation partner, TARTA, decided against renewing its contract at the end of the 2020-2021 school year, citing regulatory issues. The new program, slated to go into effect this fall, is estimated to save TPS around $1 million per year.

with your children and it helps support early literacy in a variety Join our weekly virtual storytimes of ways. Singing helps children Our events usually have some catchy tunes and you can sing along! develop vocabulary by introducing them to new words that they Visit toledolibrary.org to see what’s coming up next! don’t often hear in everyday conversations. Singing slows 6 language down, allows • May/June 2021 • which www.toledoparent.com children to hear how sounds come together to form words – a skill imperative to learning how to read.

Leading Families Home Changing lives over time

Fun flavorful Fairy Floss

Ready for some gourmet cotton candy? Marie’s Fairy Floss is a catering service specializing in unique ways to experience everyone’s favorite carnival treat. The candy cart is available for weddings, birthday parties and more. The team also offers “Fairy Favors,” prespun cotton candy packages perfect for party favors, gift baskets or a really tasty evening on the couch. With homemade concoctions like Lemon Drop, Birthday Cake, Cafe Latte, Chocolate Covered Strawberry and more, Marie’s Fairy Floss creates inventive and fun flavors for every palate. mariesfairyfloss.com

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No one holds a candle to Bristol’s Buds

If you’re looking for some amazing fragrances to enliven your home, Bristol’s Buds Candle Co. offers candles handmade with natural ingredients in Toledo. The brainchild of Ryan Bristol, a veteran and Glass City native, Bristol’s Buds offers candles made completely from natural ingredients, including a combination of soy and coconut/apricot wax. With dozens of unique aromas to choose from, Bristol’s candles are sure to brighten any home in more ways than one. Order online for home delivery at bristolsbudscandleco.com.

Local company offers MealPreps4Me (and you)

Are you so constantly on-the-go that you find it impossible to make healthy meals at home? Skip the fast food lanes, MealPreps4Me is here to help. The local company creates ready-toheat meals for people who want to eat well but don’t have the time to put into cooking. Customers order a certain number of meal packs for the week, the team prepares it fresh on Sunday and delivers it on Sunday or Monday. All you have to do is heat it up and eat— like a frozen meal, but good for you, and actually tasty. Place your order at mealpreps4me.com.

Take a seat at Kay’s Table

A lifelong love of traditional cuisine and a dream of opening her own restaurant inspired area entrepreneur Kay Xiong on the path to creating Kay’s Table. Located at 6600 W Sylvania Ave., the new restaurant offers authentic Asian cuisine, made from fresh ingredients in a limited, rotating menu. Kay’s bright, colorful dishes act as a stark visual contrast to other restaurant fare. And do you like bubble tea? Be sure to order some to go with your pho or dumplings! Order online at kays-table.com.

Stride Rite closing on Monroe St.

Kids will have one less place to get shoes at affordable prices. Retailer Stride Rite’s longtime Monroe St. location is closing for business. The kids’ shoe store plans on shutting its doors no later than Memorial Day, or as soon as all current stock is sold. This was the final Stride Rite storefront remaining open in Toledo, as the chain’s Spring Meadows location closed several years ago.

Not long after Fevelopment Director Valerie Vetter moved back to Toledo to be closer to family, she began networking with Leading Families Home (LFH), a 501(c)3 non-profit, solidifying her commitment to community as both a professional and volunteer. A position was created for her and Vetter soon settled in. “Being the development director is so rewarding and so challenging. We can make Toledo a better place and I want to be a part of it,” Vetter says. LFH helps families transition from homelessness to permanent housing by providing resources and programs in effective housing, economic and behavioral stabilization services. After calling the anonymous, private helpline (2-1-1) an assessment is made to assist intact families as well as single women, single mothers and fathers with children. People welcomed into the Beach House Family Shelter are guided to find permanent housing in the community. The key to compassion “We meet participants where they are. Some people will have warrants, and we work with them. Some people will come to us with no ID, birth certificate, or social security card and we work with them to recover those items. Some people need help because of addiction or mental illness... The services that we provide extend even after they leave the shelter,” Vetter says. LFH is planning to celebrate its 100th year, when Beach House Family Shelter (the original namesake established in 1921) will merge with non-profit FOCUS, a housing pro-

gram component that began to create LFH in 2016. “What I found fascinating is (Beach House Family Shelter) started off as a refuge for ‘women of the night and wayward girls’, and in the original building, one side was a jail. Sometimes the housing would overflow and women would stay in the cells,” Vetter says. Now building community Fast forward to 2021, where the norm is a 95 percent success rate for families stabilized with effective housing. The figure includes 50 percent of the clients being children coming in with families and forty percent of adult clients earn income through employment. Construction continues, creating extra room at offices on Ashland Ave. in downtown Toledo. “I always tell people, ‘You’re more likely to become homeless than you are to become a millionaire. It could happen to any of us at any time,’” Vetter explains. Her role in development provides a great view for the future. “I see us being able to solve homelessness through very intentional programs and support leading to successful outcomes,” she says. “A big part of what I love about my job are the community partnerships and relationships I’ve been able to forge and nurture. But when I see a participant hold the keys up to their new home...and see they’ve done something they didn’t think they could do, that’s the most rewarding aspect of Leading Families Home.” Volunteer to assist the LFH mission at lfhtoledo.org.

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Forté Music School Alexa York, Office Coordinator 3208 W Sylvania Ave. 419-540-0070 ForteMusic419.com

How long has the school been in operation? Forté Music School was

established in 2006, so this year will mark our fifteenth year in operation. Our enrollment has been steadily growing and we are approaching 700 students, up from just 150 six years ago!

How has your school adapted due to the pandemic? In the early days of the

pandemic, we switched to fully online lessons, and are currently operating with a combination of in-person and online lessons. Additionally, we have instituted a wide array of safety measures, including installing upgraded air filters and UV lights in our HVAC system, adding an air purifier and limited occupancy seating in our lobby, and placing hand sanitizer and sanitizing wipes in each room.

How is technology integrated into your classrooms? To make our music lessons

The Toledo area is fortunate to have a variety of school options that allow students from K-12 to develop academically, socially and emotionally. Our guide can help you decide where your little learners will thrive and grow.

more accessible, we offer the option of online lessons through Zoom, Skype or FaceTime.

What is the teacher-to-student ratio in your classrooms? 1:1! Since we specialize in private lessons, our students are given individualized instruction with passionate, qualified teachers to best suit their personal musical ambitions.

In your opinion, what sets your school apart? We are the only school in the

area to offer music lessons every day of the week, and we have a large team of 38 qualified instructors that can teach students of any age and ability level in one central location. Forté has the largest professional music school facility in Toledo, and we even offer biannual student showcases to give our students an opportunity to perform and show off their progress!

Children’s Discovery Center Kristin Tansel, Education Director

6450 Weatherfield Court, Ste. 3, Maumee 419-867-8570 childrensdiscoverycenters.com

What is your school’s mission statement? Children’s Discovery Center, a premier early care and education provider, respects the child, encourages learning through exploration and supports the family within a creative, nurturing and Christian environment.

How long has the school been in operation?

Our centers have been in operation since 1982. We currently have 5 locations in and around the Toledo area.

What kind of curriculum does your school follow and how is it implemented? Our educational program views the child as competent, capable and amazing. We seek to nurture his/her interests. The teacher and children work together to design projects, which encourage growth in physical, emotional, creative and intellectual 8

development. The teacher is a partner in learning with the child while acting as a resource, facilitator and documenter of learning in the classroom. We believe that a creative environment is essential for inspiring young children to learn. Therefore, the Inspired Approach to Learning emphasizes aesthetic design elements such as color, focal points, texture, lighting, displays, furnishings and the use of nature. Our environments include museum quality exhibits as well as an art studio where the children are encouraged to explore, make discoveries and use a wide array of creative media and materials. Our Creative Director assures that our centers integrate natural elements into the environment,personalize the space with the children’s work and reflect current design trends based on research and the latest innovations.

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Jessica Morse, 3rd grade facilitator 1615 Timberwolf Dr., Holland 419-491-7423 ileadspringmeadows.org

What is your school’s mission statement? Free to Think. Inspired to Lead.

How is technology integrated into your classrooms? Facilitators in all grade

How long has the school been in operation? I was a founding facilitator

when the school opened in 2016.

levels have access to learner laptops to be used in the classroom setting for anything from project research to differentiated learning programs, to increase reading and math skills.

How has your school adapted due to the pandemic? Our school adapted by of-

Is your school committed to diversity and inclusion? How do you demonstrate that?

fering a fully virtual option or a hybrid option to accommodate the families in our school community. We are now back on campus a full 5 days a week with the option for families to remain virtual if that is what works best for them.

What kind of curriculum does your school follow, and how is it implemented?

Project-based programs that are aligned with the state standards are used from Kindergarten through 8th grade. With an emphasis on voice and choice, learners work to develop interpersonal skills while collaborating with peers.

We are very committed to diversity and inclusion, as that is part of our foundational beliefs. We demonstrate that by including learners of all strengths working together collaboratively in the same learning space. We have many intervention specialists that spend their day in the classroom to support all learners. We believe that all children learn and thrive when they are with their peers with support of specialists alongside them.

Hope Learning Academy of Toledo Joella Simmons, School Leader 4234 Monroe St. 419-297-6313 HopeLearningacademy.org

What is your school’s mission statement?

HOPE Learning Academy of Toledo is committed to providing an excellent and accommodating education for children with special needs. Our classroom setting cultivates “self-reliance, critical thinking, and problem solving skills.” We have created a curriculum, through research, infused with social growth, sensory integration, and art enrichment.

How long has the school been in operation? 8 Years. What kind of curriculum does your school follow, and how is it implemented?

At HOPE, it is important to us that our students learn not only the basics but also the skills necessary to carry them successfully through life. For this reason, our curriculum is a blend of the basic core content areas and the arts, infused with 21st century learning skills and life skills. HOPE Learning Academy also

firmly believes that the core content curriculum, the arts and technology are intertwined in the real world. At HOPE, not only are the arts and technology taught as separate classes, they are also infused throughout the basic curriculum all through the day. This provides our students with yet another way to access the content and express what they know.

How is technology integrated into your classrooms? We pride ourselves in

being a student-centered community driven by a rigorous academic program infused with art and state of the art technology (SMARTBoards, iPads, laptops) and supported through our Social-Skills and Sensory Integration programs. Our classroom environment cultivates “self-reliance, critical thinking and problem solving skills.” Cont’d on p10

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Cardinal Stritch Catholic High School & Academy is a leader in Catholic education. We challenge all students to grow as disciples of Jesus Christ in a family-oriented community that fosters academic and personal excellence. Cardinal Stritch Catholic High School & Academy is a family of faith, knowledge, and strength.

How long has the school been in operation? The school doors have been

open since 1961. This upcoming year we will be celebrating our 60th Anniversary.

How has your school adapted due to the pandemic? Our school has had our

students in the classroom, in person five days a week. We are proud of how our school family has adapted to social distancing in classrooms, wearing masks and everything in between. Our students, faculty and staff have made a commitment to maintaining all standards put in place in order to keep each other healthy and well so that we can continue to learn and grow together.

What kind of curriculum does your school follow, and how is it implemented?

We are the only Preschool-12 Catholic school in the Toledo area, but we pride ourselves on not only preparing our students for higher education, but creating well rounded individuals. Our curriculum varies from preschool to 12, but our Program of Studies and individual curriculum can be found at cardinalstritch.org/curriculum/

What kind of extracurricular activities do you offer? In grades Preschool-8: (sports offered through CYO, Oregon Rec and TAAC) cross country, football, flag football, soccer, volleyball, basketball, Tball, softball, baseball and track. In grades 9-12: (sports offered through TAAC) cross country, football, soccer, cheerleading, volleyball, basketball, softball, baseball and track.

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How is technology integrated into your classrooms? All of our classrooms are

1:1 with technology. Grades Preschool-1 have iPads and grades 2-12 have Chromebooks. Grades 7-12 take their Chromebooks home with them nightly.

How is your school committed to diversity and inclusion?

I think the better question is: How are schools improving? There’s always work to be done in schools and in our communities. With our student body, we’re creating more outlets for students to talk about real world issues by implementing a social issues class, and even more so— being open to their opinions and thoughts. Us as adults, listening, is a huge part of a student’s growth.

What is the teacher-to-student ratio in your classrooms? Preschool-6 ratio, 17

students : 1 teacher; grades 7-12 ratio 13 students : 1 teacher.

What does the average day for a student at your school look like? Depending

on the grade level, we have a variety of different structures. Each structure prepares them for the next level. All of our schedules can be found at cardinalstritch.org/curriculum

In your opinion, what sets your school apart? At Cardinal Stritch Catholic High

& Academy we always refer to ourselves as the Cardinal Family and we truly are just that. Our teachers support our students both inside and outside of the classroom, going above and beyond to help our students grow and reach their full potential. Our students support one another in the classroom, on the courts and fields and on the stage, cheering each other on to success. We support, love and care about one another just like a family and that family atmosphere is something that is carried over long after students leave our halls.

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Camp Invention Dorr Elementary School 1205 King Rd. | 419-867-5666 Fallen Timbers Middle School 6119 Finzel Rd., Whitehouse | 419-877-0601 Grove Patterson Academy 3020 Marvin Ave. | 419-671-3350 Toledo Christian School 2303 Brookford Dr. | 419-389-8700

spotlights The days are longer, the sun is brighter, the thermometer is rising...summer is almost here! But how will you keep your kids occupied once school is out for the year? It’s time to think about making this a summer to remember.

Boy Scouts of America Miakonda Day Camp: 5600 W. Sylvania Ave. | 419-241-7293 | erieshorescouncil.org/cdc The Erie Shores Council will host five week-long day camps for all kids entering grades 1-5. Attendees will get the chance to participate in a variety of activities, from STEM lessons and creating crafts to swimming and archery, as well as learning a variety of Scouting skills. Each camper will get a t-shirt, patch, lunches and a week of outdoor fun that they’ll never forget! Parents who register by May 6 get an Early Bird discount. Sessions held weekly from June 14 through July 16.

Waterville Primary School 457 Sycamore Lane, Waterville | 419-878-2436 invent.org The National Inventors Hall of Fame’s summer programs have delighted attendees for over three decades. This year, parents will get a choice as to how their kids can experience the camp: In-person at one of five Toledo area options, or at home with daily virtual sessions. Both choices offer the same curriculum, and parents can change their mind about which option they choose up to six weeks before camp starts. Sessions and schedules vary.

Cardan Montessori Center 1555 S. Byrne Rd., Ste. 100 419-787-7376 cardanmontessori.com Give your child a summer with the inspirational educators at Cardan Montessori.

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This year marks Cardan’s fourth annual summer camp, themed “Summer of the Arts.” Attendees will get to sample a wide variety of artistic pursuits, from written work such as poetry, staged performances like dance and theatre, to visual arts like photography. Better yet, the camp will feature daily field trips and guest presenters to inspire your child. Register today! Camp scheduled for May 24 through August 13.

Children’s Discovery Center 338 N St Clair St. | 419-255-4890 3839 Talmadge Rd.| 419-474-8303 11090 Avenue Rd., Perrysburg | 419-874-8203 childrensdiscoverycenters.com Camp Discovery is a program designed to help children learn and grow during the summer months. Based around projects and problem-solving, camp sessions will include weekly bible lessons and activities that will strengthen your child’s curiosity. In addition, the camp features weekly field trips to a variety of area locations, giving campers a chance to swim, skate, go bowling, ride horses and much more. Sessions and schedules vary.

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The award-winning specialists at Educare Academy offer a specialized Summer Camp program that keeps young campers engaged and learning all summer. With activities like cooking, science projects, water play, field trips and more, kids are sure to love their time at any of Educare’s full day programs. Openings available for campers as young as infants all the way through school age. Schedules and sessions vary.

806 Starr Ave. | 419-693-7550 1902 W. Sylvania Ave. | 419-214-1322 educareacademy.com

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Heather Downs Country Club 3910 Heatherdowns Blvd. | 419-385-0248 heatherdowns.com Does your child love to hit the links? Heather Downs Country Club offers a four-day program that will help sharpen their skills with a series of instructional clinics. Aimed at players ages 7-17, the camp will include instruction by a member of Heather Downs’ staff, balls for the range and a discount on green fees if they want to play after class (accompanied by an adult). Want more intensive instruction? Check out the Country Club’s Junior Golf Academy sessions beginning in June and September. Sessions and schedules vary.

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Imagination Station 1 Discovery Way | 419-244-2674 | imaginationstationtoledo.org Another hands-on, science-stuffed, excitement-packed summer is just around the corner at Imagination Station! Campers ages 6-13 can sign up for one (or two or three!) weeks of amazing summer camps at the science center. From computer coding to some seriously messy science, Summer Camp will inspire creativity and challenge and expand growing minds. Each summer camp program has been reimagined to align with local and state COVID-19 recommendations and guidelines. Camp capacity has been reduced to allow for social distancing, campers and counselors will be required to wear masks during their visit and temperature checks will be administered before campers and Team members enter the science center.

Open Arms Wellness Center & Yoga Loft 2300 Navarre Ave., Oregon. | 419-720-8604 | openarmsmassagestudio.com Want to give your kid a break from the stresses and pressures of, well, being a kid? Sign them up for one of Open Arms’ two week-long Little Yogi Summer Camp sessions! Meeting at Pearson Metropark in Oregon, these five-day events will introduce children to a variety of stretches and relaxation techniques, helping them improve poise, strength, self-confidence and their ability to relax. In addition, attendees will be taken on hikes, share stories, play games and much more in a beautiful, natural setting. June 21-25 or July 19-23. $175 per session. Cont’d on p19

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217 E Front St., Perrysburg. | 419-874-5631 | saintroseonline.org

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If you’re looking for a variety of experiences for your child to choose from, St. Rose in Perrysburg has a slew of options. Over the course of three week-long summer camp sessions this June, St. Rose will host classes running from 9am-noon each weekday. From art to reading to cooking to dance to sports to science to theatre to...look, if your child is interested in something, chances are that St. Rose has a camp session that will appeal to them! Camp is open to preschoolers and children ages Kindergarten through 4th Grade, and camps are subject to registration numbers.

Looking to keep your young golfer’s competitive edge sharp before the Ohio High School golf season? The Toledo Junior Golf Association’s summer session runs tournaments from June through the first week of August. Each event sees competitors vying for medals and points, aimed at winning the overall “Player of the Year” award, given to one male and one female golfer at the end of the season. In addition, all new members of the Toledo Junior Golf Association will get 50% their membership dues and entry into all tournaments.

June 7-11, June 14-18 & June 21-25. Sessions vary.

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Toledo Ballet 5327 Monroe St. | 419-471-0049 | toledoballet.com Young dancers who want to broaden their horizons have opportunities thanks to Toledo Ballet. The group offers Summer Intensives, week-long programs where more experienced dancers will have the chance to work with experts from around the country. For the younger set, Toledo Ballet will feature fiveday morning Summer Camps, where performers will take lessons centered on classic children’s stories, from Alice in Wonderland to The Nutcracker. Space is limited, so register your child today! Sessions and schedules vary.

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Toledo Museum of Art 2445 Monroe St. | 419-255-8000 | toledomuseum.org From creating depictions of living creatures to learning how to share their story in a narrative form, the Museum gives kids ages 6-13 a chance to stretch their imagination in ways they never thought of. The camps run each week from June 10 through July 26 (though not on Fourth of July week) with morning and afternoon sessions available. Kids can opt to take both sessions and stay at the museum for lunch, too. Registration for this summer’s camps end on May 21! Sessions vary.

Toledo Rep 16 Tenth St. | 419-243-9277 | toledorep.org Whether your young actor is looking to croon some of the classics or create a brand new show, the Toledo rep has options for them with summer classes and workshops. The Rep’s week-long sessions include a salute to country western musicals, the creation of a brand new show built around an invented superhero and a week of training in improvisation. Sessions vary.

Toledo Zoo 2 Hippo Way | 419-385-5721 | toledozoo.org Calling all animal lovers! The Toledo Zoo’s Safari Summer Camps offer the perfect vacation getaway for kids from kindergarten through middle school. Each weeklong session runs Monday through Friday from 9am-3pm (unless otherwise noted on the website) and will give attendees a chance to visit live animals, play games, craft items and more. All attendees will get two Zoo t-shirts, a water bottle and a daily snack in addition to their classes. The Zoo even offers care for campers before and after camp sessions for an additional fee. Sessions, schedules and prices vary. Discounted for members.

St. Francis De Sales 2323 W. Bancroft St. | 419-531-1618 | sfsknights.org Get ready for a summer of sports with one of St. Francis De Sales’ athletic camps! From basketball to football to baseball, soccer and golf, St. Francis is offering a variety of camps for children of all ages and skill levels. Whether your child is just starting on the path to an athletic career or already is showing skills, sign up today! Camps run June 7 through June 28. Schedules and prices vary.

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Young women learn lifelong skills as Eagle Scouts High schoolers among first girls in US to earn Scouting’s highest rank By Laurie Bertke

Two young women from northwest Ohio are among the nation’s inaugural class of female Eagle Scouts. The prestigious distinction of Eagle Scout was only available to boys until this year. Cari Varner, a junior at Anthony Wayne High School, and Meg Bode, a sophomore at Ottawa Hills High School, were the first two girls from the four counties of northwest Ohio to earn the rank of Eagle Scout. These counties are part of Erie Shores Council of Boys Scouts of America. Varner is a member of Troop 219 in Perrysburg and Bode is part of Troop 197 in Ottawa Hills. The girls are among hundreds in the nation to earn the rank of Eagle Scout this year. The program’s highest rank is only earned by about 6 percent of Scouts. Requirements include taking on leadership roles within their troop and their community; earning merit badges that cover a broad range of topics including first aid, safety, civics, business and the environment; and researching, organizing and completing a community service project.

Learning lifelong skills The Boy Scouts of America (BSA) began welcoming girls into its Scouts BSA program for youth ages 11 to 17 in February 2019. Both Varner and Bode joined as soon as they were eligible. “My brother was always a Scout, so I watched him have all these adventures and opportunities and I always thought that was really cool and I wanted to experience those things too,” explains Varner, whose older brother also earned the Eagle Scout rank. Varner’s final project benefitted Sunshine Communities in Maumee, a nonprofit organization which supports people of all ages with developmental disabilities. Varner rehabilitated the gazebo on the campus to create a wheelchair-accessible “rabbit haven” where residents can easily enter and interact with the therapy animals. The project involved adding a plywood floor, removing benches, constructing a box for the rabbits that also serves as a bench, and installing screens and a new door. Varner says she is honored to be in the first class of female Eagle Scouts. “I never thought I would have this opportunity, let alone be in the first class,” she says. “I’m really thankful for the people who were around me to help me get to Eagle.” Girls can do ‘guy stuff’ Bode, too, followed in the footsteps of two older brothers who made Eagle Scout. She was aware of how much work goes into earning the rank, but says she also knew it would benefit

Meg Bode built wood duck nesting boxes along the Ottawa River for her final Eagle Scout project.

Cari Varner visits Rabbit Haven at Sunshine Communities. her in the future. In addition to the skills gained, individuals who earn the esteemed Eagle Scout rank can reference it for academic, vocational and military recognition, including scholarships and advanced enlistment grades. Bode has spent the past four summers working at Camp Miakonda. She plans to become an assistant Scoutmaster to help guide younger girls. She says she knew she wanted to do something for wildlife for her final service project. After spending two

months working through her village council and gathering signatures from neighbors to gain approval, Bode constructed and installed five elevated nesting boxes for wood ducks in a meadow along the Ottawa River off Brookside Drive. “It’s an honor to be in the first female Eagle Scout class,” says Bode, adding that it shows the world that “girls can do ‘guy stuff.’”

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STEM for Preschoolers

Activities to Try at Home By Sarah Lyons

Do your children have an interest in figuring out how things work? Do they enjoy experimenting with their surroundings? You may have a budding engineer, astronaut, mathematician or scientist on your hands. Even kids who are not naturally drawn to all things math and science enjoy exploring their environment and figuring out how they work. STEM, which stands for Science, Technology, Engineering and Math, are activities that engage kids of all ages in these specific areas. According to the U.S. Department of Commerce, STEM occupations are growing 17% per year and STEM degree holders have increasingly higher incomes. “An interest in STEM subjects at an early age, studies are showing, can determine interest in pursuing STEM careers later on,” said Caitlyn Carter, Education Project Coordinator at Imagination Station Toledo. Developing Interests While a career in the STEM field may seem like a long time off for your preschooler, STEM education creates critical thinkers, increases science literacy and enables innovation of new products in the future. Most would agree that jobs of the future will require a basic understanding of math, science, and technology and it is never too early to start developing your child’s interest in these areas. “We believe children learn through exploration, through hands-on experiences,” said Kristin Tansel, Education Director for Children’s Discovery Center. “If they’re showing an interest at home— maybe they saw something outside and saw a bug on the ground, or saw an airplane go overhead— ask, ‘How do you think it’s flying? What do you think that bug is doing as it crawls over [that] log? Really get them to answer the question,” she added.

While many schools are developing STEM curriculums for classrooms, there are plenty of things you can do at home to kickstart your preschoolers’ love of science. STEM in the kitchen You may already love cooking with your kids but consider incorporating science and math lessons at the same time. While baking cookies have your children help measure the ingredients, count the scoops of flour, talk about what happens if you do not use the correct measurements and discuss the purpose of baking powder and baking soda. (It leavens the batter, allowing it to rise while baking.) Making the experience fun and educational, your child may not even notice they are learning about math and science while baking and sampling tasty treats. “Science is happening everywhere, all the time— in the kitchen, in their backyard, even in the grocery store. So helping children to learn to use their five senses to make observations and to make and test predictions are two really important ways that parents can help their children build that curiosity,” Carter of Imagination Station said.

DIY science lab Create your own science lab mixing station at home. All you need is several plastic or glass containers (see through containers are best) of any shape and size. Fill the containers with dry ingredients such as baking soda, baking powder, salt, sugar and cornstarch. Fill additional containers with wet ingredients such as water, white vinegar, lemon juice and ice. It may be wise to lay towels underneath your mixing station or set the ingredients up outside so you can have fun without worrying about clean up.

Once your science lab is set up, it’s time to get creative. Let your kids experiment with what happens when different ingredients are mixed. This activity is great for preschoolers or adapted for older children by providing them with a journal to record the results of each combination of ingredients when they are mixed. Use what you have Set up a sensory bin using dried beans or rice as a filler then hide items inside. Ask your child to find the red dinosaur, count the green items, or close their eyes and guess what items they feel. Encourage your little engineer or architect to build a tower using toothpicks and marshmallows or fill a tray with shaving cream and blocks and ask if they think the shaving cream will help their blocks stick together. Sharpen their math skills with colored cereal like Fruit Loops. Ask your child to sort the pieces by color and count them. Then have them string the cereal on yarn to make a necklace. See what other potential STEM activities you have laying around the house. Preschoolers love to explore which makes the possibilities endless. Plant a garden, fill water glasses with food coloring and mix to learn about colors, count and sort items throughout the day, talk about and chart the weather, or play with magnets and a cookie sheet. STEM is all around us just waiting to be explored.

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Yala Kol: Feed the Family Family dining easy and affordable by Erin Schoen Marsh

Yala Kol

3200 N. Holland Sylvania Rd. Mon. - Sat. 11AM-9PM | Sun. closed Yalakol.com Celebrations during the COVID-19 pandemic certainly look different, but one thing remains the same: I do not enjoy cooking large meals for groups. So when our bubble group asked to celebrate a birthday with us, I had the answer: A Yala platter of hummus, fattoush, falafel, grape leaves, fried kibbie, shish kabob, shish tawook, shish kafta, chicken shawarma, rice and fries. Besides providing more than enough food for our crew, they deliver for only $2, consistently arriving on time. While the four kids were not overly enthusiastic about Mediterranean food, I popped some chicken nuggets in the oven for them, cut up some apples, and they enjoyed the fries and rice from Yala Kol. We ordered the platter for 4-5 people for $49.99, and it provided meals for four adults, sides for four kids, and plenty of leftovers for the following day. Something for everyone and generous portions Born in a rural village in the mountains of Palestine, Ata Abdel, one of the owners of Yala Kol, “grew to appreciate all the little things in life,” including the cuisine of the Mediterranean region. The family emigrated to the United States in 1999 and began working in the restaurant industry. Having lived in both LA and Jerusalem, they are now happy to call the Toledo area their home. The Abdel family began by operating the Al Saher Diner on Central Ave near King Rd., and now own and operate three Yala Kol locations in Sylvania, Rossford and Bedford. “Yala kol” translates to “let’s eat” in Arabic, and that’s exactly what we said as we peeled back the foil from our delivered platter! Our self-professed picky eater kept it simple with chicken shawarma, rice and

fries. Kenny, Alex and I took a little bit of everything...and Kenny and I loaded up on the garlic sauce, much to the dismay of our partners. Everything was satisfying, and when I went for seconds, I had a tough time narrowing it down to just one more item (I opted for the kafta). Tiara told me the next day that they were craving leftovers; they loved it all as much as we did. The platter has something for everyone. Even if you aren’t a fan of Middle Eastern food, almost everyone likes chicken, fries and rice. For those who regularly enjoy the Middle Eastern restaurants and markets in our area, Yala Kol has all of the favorites like grape leaves, shawarma, tawook and fried kibbie and kafta. And for the garlic lovers: order a small bowl of garlic sauce. A bowl, people! You can dip everything in garlic sauce and still have leftovers for days. Ata Abdel, part of the Yala Kol family, explains, “We have good food; lots of people love it. We have big portions, and my mom is the one cooking in the back.” Inside dining is currently closed due to the pandemic, but Abdel says he hopes to open soon. They took the opportunity the pandemic provided and updated the indoor dining areas. Abdel shares, “We hope to open in May for indoor dining. We remodeled during COVID and now (in the Sylvania restaurant) we have a water fountain in the middle of the restaurant, a pool table and more.” What about picky kid eaters? Choose an item from the kids menu, (all of which come with a soft drink and fries): chicken nuggets, cheeseburger or grilled cheese. Always a winner with my kids, smoothies are another option, including tropical, mango, limonana and strawberry.

Bottom Line: Yala Kol delivers on their promise to “bring all the authentic and great-tasting food of the Middle East to you.” The Yala platter for 4-5 ($49.99) is a generous tray with a variety of options. The picky eaters and Mediterranean food aficionados will both be more than pleased.

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Kids’ Horse Camp - Give your children the chance to learn good horsemanship while spending some quality time on the farm. $90. Duke Petting Farm and Carriage Company, 44 Samaria Rd., Temperance, MI. 419-410-7193. dukefarmonline.com

The American Woman & World War II - This exhibit highlights the monumental roles that women played in World War II, on both the national and local front, through an array of photos, periodicals and documents from the library’s collection. Exhibit is located in the Fact and Fiction Department and viewable during library hours. 9:30am. Main Library, 325 N. Michigan St. 419-259-5200. toledolibrary.org Free

Metropark Archery Programs Fine tune your Robin Hood skills and rent equipment from Toledo Metroparks. $6. 10am-4pm. Westwinds Metropark, 9918 Geiser Rd., Holland. 419-360-9179. metroparkstoledo.com

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SATURDAY 5.1 3 Billy Goats Gruff - Play with live goats, make your own goat or troll mask and plant your own Billy Goat garden at this event. $35. 10am-noon. Wolf’s Blooms & Berries, 8140 Scotch Ridge Rd., Bowling Green. 419-352-3577. wolfsbloomsandberries.com 2021 No Show Gala - This virtual fundraiser for SeaGate Food Bank encourages you to attend by not attending. Buy a “ticket” for a chance to win prizes! $25. Runs through May 3. 526 High St., 419-244-6996. Seagatefoodbank.org Band on the Run - The Perrysburg Junior High Bands present their annual 5K fundraiser for both runners and walkers. 8am. Perrysburg Junior High School, 550 E South Boundary St., Perrysburg. 419874-9193. Trisignup.com Family Art Club - Enjoy this weekly program where children 10 and under attend sessions with their grownups on Saturdays. 11am-5pm. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free Heritage Classic Car, Truck & Motorcycle Show - This all-ages event acts as a fundraiser benefiting Heritage Children Ministries. 10am-2pm. Heritage Church of God, 3520 Strayer Rd., Maumee. 419-861-9520. heritagetoledo. church Free

Zach Williams Drive-in Theater Tour - Southern rock artist Zach Williams stops by Sundance Kid Drive-In for an outdoor concert. $88-175. 5:30pm. 4500 Navarre Ave., Oregon. 419-691-9668. greateasterntheatres.org

SUNDAY 5.2 Cinco de Mayo Celebration - The Toledo Zoo’s 20th annual celebration of the holiday features local entertainers and crafts. 11am-3pm. Toledo Zoo Amphitheatre, 2 Hippo Way, 419-3855721. toledozoo.org Mountain Biking 101 - Riders ages 8-15 can learn the basics of steep incline ascending and descending in this introductory course. $3. 1-2:30pm. Beach Ridge Trail, Oak Openings Metropark, 3520 Waterville Swanton Rd., Swanton. metroparkstoledo.com

THURSDAY 5.6 Early Birds Walk - Rise and shine! Head out for an early stroll through Wildwood as part of this guided Outdoor Interpretive Program. $3. 7:30-8:30am. Wildwood Preserve Metropark, 5100 Central Ave. 419-270-7500. metroparkstoledo.com

SUNDAY 5.9 BG Flea Market - Two buildings, hundreds of tables, plenty of chances to discover the perfect thing you didn’t even know you were looking for. 9am-4pm. Wood County Fairgrounds, 13800 W. Poe Rd., Bowling Green. 419-352-0441. gobgohio.com Free

Auditions: 10:30am-12:30pm, Saturday, May 22 Rehearsals: June 3-July 22 Show date: July 31 First Presbyterian Church, 200 E. Broadway St., Maumee Young performers will gain valuable experience and confidence by participating in one of Adventures in Education’s three summertime productions. The Little Mermaid (for grades K-6) is an adaptation of the beloved Hans Christen Anderson tale; The Ugly Duckling (for grades K-1) is a heartwarming fable with a valuable moral; and Give My Regards to Broadway (for grades 2-6) features numbers from a variety of musical classics. Performers can audition in person or by video. Participation fee is $70 for grades K-1 and $92 for grades 2-6. For more information, visit adventures-in-education.net.

Virtual Homeschool Workshops Human Body Systems: 10:30-11:30am. Shark Dissections: 1:30-2:30pm. Imagination Station, 1 Discovery Way. 419-244-2674. Give homework a boost! Imagination Station hosts monthly events to supplement your child’s schoolwork. This month features a look at what’s inside— literally! With Human Body Systems, students ages 5-9 get a chance to explore the digestive, circulatory and respiratory systems and find out what makes us work. Meanwhile, students ages 10-13 will learn all about shark dissections— yes, a real-life shark! Learn all about one of nature’s fiercest predators. imaginationstationtoledo.org

Mother’s Day at Majestic Oak Winery - This tribute day to Mom will feature musical performances by Ramona and Trez. Noon-4pm. 13554 Mohler Rd., Grand Rapids, OH. 419-875-6474. majesticoakwinery.com Mother’s Day Brunch at the Toledo Zoo - Treat Mom to a special day featuring a buffet, live entertainment and an animal demonstration! $40 for members, $45 for non-members. 9am and 11:30am. Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way, 419-385-5721. toledozoo.org

FRIDAY 5.14 Dancing Fairy Tales - Toledo Ballet and the Toledo Symphony Orchestra join forces to bring some of the most beloved children’s stories to life. $25-40 in person, $19.99 streaming. 7pm. Also Saturday, May 15 at 3pm. Toledo Museum of Art Peristyle, 2445 Monroe St., 419-246-8000. toledosymphony. com

SATURDAY 5.15 Ballet Theatre of Toledo Double Feature - Two Nigel Burgione ballets will be displayed on the Field of Dreams DriveIn’s big screens. $50. 8:55-10:55pm. V602 Township Road 6, Liberty Center, OH. 877343-5334. fieldofdreamsdrivein.com

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Medical Mutual Dart Frog Dash 5K - This race offers a competitive 5K run with prizes, as well as a walk and a Kids’ Fun Run. $28 for Frog Dash, $12 for Kids’ Fun Run. 8:30am. Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way, 419-385-5721. toledozoo. org

SATURDAY 5.22 Clay High School Athletic Boosters Reverse Raffle Party - This slightly revamped version of the annual raffle will feature music by Puck Daddy. $45. 5:3011pm. Oak Shade Grove, 3624 Seaman Rd., Oregon. eventbrite.com

SUNDAY 5.23 Cruisin’ for Hospice of Northwest Ohio - Show off your hot ride or see some classic cars at this fundraiser. Also features a craft show and an R/C drag race. 9am-3pm. $10 for car registration. Lucas County Fairgrounds, 1406 Key St., Maumee. 419-893-2127. lucascountyfair. com Mommy and Me Brunch - Mothers and their daughters ages 4-16 are invited to this brunch event with a speech by confidence coach Tiara Armstrong. $50. 11am-2pm. Over The Top Occasions, 5359 Dorr St., 419-245-8650. Search “Over the Top Occasions” on Facebook.

SUNDAY 5.30 First Siege 1813 - War reenactors commemorate the First Siege of Fort Meigs with recreations of authentic military camps and tactical demonstrations. $11 for adults, $6 for students. 9:30am-5pm. 29100 W. River Rd., Perrysburg. 419874-4121. fortmeigs.org

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Beethoven’s Pastoral - This performance by the Toledo Symphony Orchestra is sold out, but available for live streaming. $19.99. 8pm. Also Saturday, June 5 at 8pm. Toledo Museum of Art Peristyle, 2445 Monroe St., 419-246-8000. toledosymphony.com

THURSDAY 6.10 Music on the Maumee - Area band The Bradberries will play a gig at the Toledo Country Club. 9pm. 3949 River Rd. 419-382-3416. toledocountryclub. com

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Downtown Monroe Music Festival The annual all-day music fest in Loranger Square is scheduled to return on June 13, complete with market, kids area and more. Visit downtownmonroemi.com for the latest details.

Women Warriors Fundraiser 6-10pm, Saturday, June 12. Duke Petting Farm and Carriage Company, 44 Samaria Rd., Temperance, MI. 419-410-7193. Little Blessings Veteran and Community Outreach is a nonprofit organization designed to aid veterans suffering from PTSD, civilian integration and more. A frequently overlooked segment of the veteran population is women, who make up approximately 10% of the serving military. To aid women veterans, Little Blessings will host the inaugural Women Warriors Fundraiser on Sunday, June 12 at Duke Farm in Temperance, MI. The event will feature music, shopping, meetups with animals and more. $15 for adults, $10 for kids. dukefarmonline.com

SATURDAY 6.19 Cops and Rodders Car and Bike Show - Free coffee and donuts while they last for all attendees of this event, as well as dash plaques for the first 150 vehicles to arrive. $10 for vehicles, free for attendees. 9am-2pm. Toledo Police Museum, 2201 Kenwood Blvd. 419-7202485. toledopolicemuseum.com Muddy Mini Half Marathon - This fun marathon starts in uptown Maumee and runs all the way to Fifth Third’s outfield! Choose from a half marathon, quarter marathon or 5K. $30-75. 7:45am. 406 Washington St. runtoledo.com Muster on the Maumee - Period military camps can be visited and weapon demonstrations will take place to show the evolution of soldiers. $11 for adults, $6 for kids. 9:30am-5pm. Also on Sunday, June 20. 29100 W. River Rd., Perrysburg. 419-874-4121. fortmeigs.org

SUNDAY 6.20 Father’s Day BBQ and Brew at Majestic Oak Winery - Annual event with food from Big C’s BBQ and music by Distant Cousinz. Noon-5pm. 13554 Mohler Rd., Grand Rapids, OH. 419-8756474. majesticoakwinery.com

FRIDAY 6.25 Disney’s Frozen Jr. - Waterville Playshop presents a stage version of the classic Disney animated musical. 8pm. Also Saturday, June 26 at 8pm and Sunday, June 27 at 2:30pm. Maumee Indoor Theatre, 601 Conant St., Maumee. 419-897-8902. watervilleplayshop.org

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Ottawa Park Concert - Local musical group The Good, The Bad and the Blues perform as part of the Ottawa Park Summer Series. 6-8pm. 2205 Kenwood Blvd., 419-245-2875. goodthebadandtheblues.com Free

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