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Local couple’s foundation assures parents they are not alone on their journey

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Kids say and do the darndest things. See what had us laughing this month! If you make it on this page, you can win giveaways from Toledo Area Parent!

When trying to tell the difference between boys and girls, we said girls have boobs, boys don’t. With the weirdest look, our daughter said, “Papa has boobs!”Toni Dalton Kerns, Toledo

My daughter told me, “Mommy my tummy is moving...I think I am having a baby.” She’s 5. Heather Stuart Clark, Toledo

My mom asked my 5 year old if he grew a foot, he said, “No grandma, I grew an arm.” Hollie Nicole, Toledo

My husband asked my boys if they wanted a snack. I playfully chimed in, “Me too!” My five year old quickly quipped, “You don’t need the calories!”Lisa Grills, Toledo

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Go ahead, be that parentYou can’t ask too many questions when it comes to your child’s safety. Our expert gives you more questions to ask the camp your child is so excited for.

More than just friendsStrong bonds and social skills aren’t fun - they are an impor-tant part of growing up, especially for those with developmen-tal disabilities.

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Do you find it frustrating trying to keep track of all the permission slips, order forms and sched-ules? While most families and schools take advantage of tech-nological advances, there is still an abundance of paper used for communication between home and school. A seamless solution

for this flow of paper is a new website that keeps student information organized, cur-rent and easy to access: PTBoard. Parents created the site to make communication between home and school easier by reducing the amount of time wasted looking for missing forms and checking multiple websites for school information.The multi-faceted program also allows online registration for school and related activi-ties, invitations, announcements. PTO officers will appreciate the “Sign Up” feature, and parents will want to use other features to see their children’s work online, to order and pay for lunches or fund-raising items, to share their own photos of their children’s classroom field trips or seasonal activities, and to communicate with teachers and with other parents.PTBoard is currently being used mostly in schools near Washington, D.C., but a price structure, based

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There has always been information about sea life at the Toledo Lucas County Public Library, in the form of books, videos or movies. During the month of March, the Library and the Toledo Zoo are partnering to offer “sneak peeks” at the new residents of the remodeled Aquarium, scheduled to open after a two-year renovation on March 27. One of these sneak peeks are “touch tanks,” which will give library branches visitors a chance to get real hands-on information about breeds of sharks, sea stars, sea urchins and other sea animals. A microscope-equipped laptop projector will allow examination of not-so-touchable residents of fresh and saltwater environments.

The “Look, Touch, Learn” programs are free and open to the public. The will give plenty of information about the importance of ocean habitats, serving as a great way to “wet” the appetite for more time at the Aquarium.

The TLCPL website (www.toledolibrary.org) offers a schedule for the mobile experiences, beginning Monday, March 2 at the Sylvania Branch Library and ending Wednesday, March 25 at the South

Branch Library, with eight other stops during the month. Contact Rhonda Sewell, Media Relations Coordinator at TLCPL, for more info at 419-259-5381 or [email protected].

Leaders come in all age groups, and some of the young-est ones in Toledo are learning how they can help meet community needs. The students are members of YIPEE (Youth in Philanthropy Encouraging Excellence) and graduates of the Youth Leadership Toledo program, part of Leadership Toledo. YIPEE is designed to give high school juniors and seniors the opportunity to de-velop leadership skills. The students identify key prob-lems facing youth (i.e. homelessness, teen pregnancy, malnutrition), then solicit and review grant applica-tions from groups wanting to provide solutions. The students raise funds through fundraisers and direct solicitations, before deciding how the money is be to

allocated. Associate Executive Director Cory Dippold explains, “Ours is a unique program. While other pro-grams like this around the country provide the money to the students, our members raise their own money, then present the grant checks to the agencies. The stu-dents are in charge of the entire process and they learn they can be leaders now. We hope to bring out the lead-ership skills we see in them, even if they aren’t so sure about their own abilities.”

The group is funded by the Toledo Community Foundation and facilitated by the staff of Leadership Toledo. Mr. Dippold invites

inquires at 419 241-7371 or at.leadershiptoledo.org.

Website Organizes Student Activities

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YIPEE member Jenny Kim, from Notre Dame Academy, presents a check to Montrice Terry of UMADAOP at the YIPEE Awards Banquet in 2014.


Yala Kol Delivers Authentic CuisineYala Kol is offering authentic Greek and Lebanese food in their Sylvania restau-rant or by delivery right to your home. With almost two decades of restaurant experience, chef Ata Abdel-Rahman has worked in and owned several Toledo-area restaurants. He and one of his brothers left Toledo to open a restaurant in Athens, OH, but during a recent trip back home, Abdel-Rahman noticed a vacant restaurant, The Hong Kong, and felt that it was begging to be reinvented. Yala Kol was born. The menu at Yala Kol includes fresh-made Mediterranean fa-vorites along with some American fare, like hamburgers and chicken sandwich-es. Yala Kol is the only place locally to get a limonana smoothie– a concoction of lemon, mint leaves and honey. Abdel-Rahman developed the recipes himself. One of his brothers mans the grill, and his mother usually can be found in the restaurant as well. -LB

3200 N. Holland Sylvania Rd, Sylvania. The delivery area is a four-mile radius from their

location. 419-841-2424.

Little Artist PartyLittle Artist Party brings the art supplies to the party location of your choice, which means no cleaning up or buying expen-sive supplies. This business, created and run by Brandy Bowen, provides all of the required supplies for any art project; she only needs running water. Bowen describes Little Artist Party as “similar to something you’d do at Uncork the Art-ist, but everything is mobile. We go in-home and provide all of the materials needed: paints, paper towels, smocks, tablecloths, we walk the kids through, step by step, how to paint the picture.” Bowen and the parents agree on an im-age that the child likes, whether it’s a character from Frozen or Call of Duty, and Bowen sketches the image on each individual canvas with pencil so that the children have a guide for their painting. Bowen adds, “It also allows for creativity because the kids can express themselves by adding additional flair that reflects their personality.” -EM

There is a $150 minimum, which covers eight children. Additional participants are $15/

child. Bowen also runs another in-home party business, Sassy Spa Party, that brings the spa

experience to a birthday party location. Little Artist Party, 419-250-5200.

www.thelittleartistparty.com [email protected]

MORE CLOSINGS

Dolled Up Hair to Toe (5307 Monroe St.), a high-end boutique for girls and women, has closed its doors.

Squishy Tushy (103 S. Lane St., Blissfield, MI) has closed, no longer offering modern cloth diapers and other kid-friendly products.

Call today to make an appointment for a private tour of SCC

23 Years of Excellence in Early Childhood Education and Care

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advice for parents with children 10-16

Building Future Leaders In Toledo

Jones Leadership Academy, a Toledo Public School for grades 7 through 9, seeks to build the next generation of leaders through service with projects and volunteer opportu-nities as part of the curriculum and daily routine.

The school has worked on projects for Family House, a local non-profit that helps homeless families, and also organized a walk to raise awareness and funds for diabetes research. Both Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts are active on campus. By having service incorporated into the school day, Jones Academy students learn by doing.

The learning environment is a little different, as boys and girls are taught the same curriculum but are kept separate. Principal Ward Barnett explained that this removes distractions and helps students focus, and for girls, helps build confidence. It’s a continuation for students of TPS’ single gender el-ementary schools, Martin Luther King, Jr., Academy for Boys and Ella P. Stewart Academy for Girls. Barnett has found that the girls especially have bonded in elementary school. Attending Jones keeps those emotional con-nections going.

“We really, truly want to build a group of young people that understand the importance of community service and giving back. We want that caliber of student,” said Barnett. —LB

Jones Leadership Academy is located at 430 Nebraska Ave. More information is availabe by calling 419-671-5400.

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You're pregnant! Reason to celebrate! A glass of champagne might be in order for other celebrations, but officials of a local organization counsel against imbib-ing for your celebration. They are familiar with the effects of alcohol on developing fetuses and have been working with chil-dren who have been permanently dam-aged due to pregnant women drinking alcohol.

Double ARC, sponsored by the Sis-ters of Notre Dame of Toledo, is a small organization that is having a large impact on the families of children with Fetal Al-cohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD), the name given to the range of effects that can occur in an individual whose mother drank alcohol during pregnancy. This disorder occurs in 1 of 20 children born to mothers of all races, ages, levels of educa-tion and socio-economic groups. There is no cure for the disorder and diagnosing it is difficult. Eighty percent of those with it show no outward physical manifesta-tion of FASD, and parents may have no idea why their seemingly normal infant or child exhibits developmental delays and/or inappropriate behavior.

FASD always involves permanent brain damage of some kind that shows itself in problems with memory, under-standing cause and effect, impulse control, poor judgment, understanding abstract concepts, and friendship-making skills, among others. Children with FASD may have cognitive and developmental delays, struggle in school despite average to above average intelligence, and usually behave much younger than their chronological age. The symptoms and the challenges of helping such individuals last a lifetime.

Double ARC works with a diag-nostic team of experts from the Univer-sity of Toledo Department of Pediatrics

at the College of Medicine and some volunteers[MS8] in private practice who donate their time and expertise to do the neuropsychological, behavioral and the speech and learning assessments neces-sary to diagnose FASD. That diagnosis means that Double ARC can help the parents choose the appropriate supports and interventions for their child, and can then provide case management and on-going support for those diagnosed.

The organization offers a variety of services, including

■ Social Skills Training classes for children ages 9-12■ Classes for parents to help them understand their child and create helpful interventions to help them succeed ■ Classes for parents of teens facing the challenges of adolescence■ Parent Support groups■ Training for teachers who interact with children with FASD■ Case management, including attending school meetings to discuss individualized Education

ProgramsTraining for social service providers,

medical and allied medical professionals, and juvenile justice professionals

Executive Director, Janet Bosserman notes, “we are pleased to have served chil-dren with FASD and their families for 23 years and will continue to offer counsel, training and diagnosis. But our greatest hope is that pregnant women or those who are considering pregnancy choose not to drink. There is no known safe amount or type of alcohol during pregnancy.”

Double ARC is located at 3837 Secor Road, near Monroe Street. More information is

available at www.doublearc.org or by calling 419 479-3060.

Help for Parents of FASD Children Double ARC supports a spectrum of

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trial, and the statute of limitations can be extended by filing a lawsuit in court. You must get answers sooner than later, so never wait to pursue a claim. Be pro-active and take charge early.

What are the biggest challenges of personal injury cases when it comes to being awarded fair

compensation? Few things are more

devastating than dealing with the injury of a child. The emotional toll it takes on a family can also turn out to be the biggest challenge when it comes to assessing what is fair compensation. Many families are so dis-traught that stress prevents them from understanding their legal rights. Anyone dealing with the aftermath of a child’s injury should allow an attorney to take over the legal portion of the claim so your focus can be solely on your child.

There are very key pieces of infor-mation – like medical records, investi-gative reports, photos, witness state-ments and expert testimonies - that must be gathered in order to receive fair compensation.

It is very difficult for a parent to ob-tain these alone, especially when trying to nurse a child back to health. You know your child better than anyone. Give them the gift of your undivided attention and let an attorney handle the rest.

Attorney Chuck Boyk has been practicing personal injury law in northwest Ohio for over 30 years. In August 2010, he was forced into

the role of a client after his son Josh’s near-fatal injury. He decided to tell his family’s story as a way to help others by writing I’ve Stood in Your Shoes, which he offers for free to anyone in the community. For your complimentary copy, visit

www.ivestoodinyourshoes.com or call 419-241-1395 today.

What are the first legal steps a parent should take if a child is injured at school, a friend's house, etc. while the parent is not present?

I know your first reaction may be to panic if your child was injured. When my 8-year-old son, Josh, almost died after falling off of a high-dive onto con-crete, I was so distraught that I couldn’t even think straight. Since the cause of the accident was the diving board not meeting Ohio Code, the anger I felt only made my distress worse.

The first thing is to stay calm and focus on your child’s medical attention. It is imperative after any type of injury accident to seek treatment immediately, even if there are others telling you that the injury is “not that bad.” In the case of my son, I was told over the phone that Josh wasn’t seriously injured, yet it turned out that he had bleed-ing in his brain and had to undergo two brain surgeries, which required him to be hospitalized for three weeks.

After you get your child the medical treat-ment he needs, find out as early as possi-ble the circumstances leading up to the in-jury. Remember: stay calm, but be firm. Ask questions, take photos and document everything.

What is a Statute of Limitations, and how it can be restricting? How can I get an extension?

In Ohio, a personal injury claim in-volving a minor may be brought within two years of the child’s 18th birthday. A Statute of Limitations is a time limit for filing a claim. This limit is put in place for public policy reasons, but once the time limit passes, the right to pur-sue the claim is lost if a claim has not been properly filed. For example, even though we filed Josh’s personal injury claim against the facility less than a year after the accident, he technically had until the day before his 20th birth-day to do so. While we do our best to settle claims without needing to go to

Step by StepAttorney Charles E.

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16 Years OldLaejja is a passionate teenage girl putting her emotions into expressive poetry. She is a teen who is confident and knows what she likes, such as reading books, baking, scrapbooking, listening to Rap music and hanging out with friends. She feels very independent and is a survivor in the ways of the world. Laejja wants a family that will be dedicated to her and continue to help her move beyond her past.

2 Years OldMaria is a happy young girl who enjoys being rocked and likes to be gently swung. She responds to noises and has favorite toys that make sounds. She receives physical therapy and can now hold her head up. She likes her baths. Maria’s forever family will need to be committed to her ongoing appointments and willing to understand her medical needs.

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LEGO®, DUPLO® or K’NEX®. We have two options this summer: camps that last four days for 2 hours and a Workshop Series that lasts 2 hours/session.

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Camp Newaygo5333 Centerline Rd, Newaygo, MI

231.652.1184campnewaygo.org

A magical day at Camp Newaygo starts with a polar bear swim or morning yoga. Campers explore their passions with activities like paddleboarding, uku-

lele class, fencing, windsurfing, gymnastics, and so much more! After an evening game of “Capture the Flag” with the entire camp, campers enjoy dessert

around the campfire while singing with friends.

Ages: Girls 7-17 years, Resident Camp. 3-10 years, Mom & Me Programs. All ages, Family Camp.


Cost: One week of camp: $154, Mini Week: under $300, Mom & Me: $155 for one adult and

one child, Family Camp: $95 per person.

Dates: June 2-August 1, Resident Camp Sessions. June 13-14 and June 19-20, Mom & Me.

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School age children ages 6 to 10 will experience a unique

opportunity to enjoy a summer filled with adventure, learning

and fun. The children will take a “Journey through the Decades”

and discover how pop culture and inventions have changed over

the years. Groups will travel each week to field trip destinations

around Toledo, including the Toledo Zoo, Toledo Art Museum,

Maumee Bay State Park, Seneca Caverns, Grand Rapids Canal

Boat and more. Campers will have the opportunity to plunge into

our commercial swimming pool each week and participate in

team sports including basketball, soccer, dodgeball and more.

Ages: Kindergarten-10 years.


Cost: $194

Dates: June 8-August 14.

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Gateway School

4650 W. Bancroft St, 419.536.6503gatewaypre-k.comGateway School Summer Camp is a day of fun and

adventure. We explore our world, indoors and out-

doors, with a spark of literature. Each day begins

with an interesting book. We let the book color

our imagination and follow the adventure.Ages: 2.5-6 years.Staff/camper ratio: 1:8Cost: $75

Dates: May 26-May 29, June 1-July 2, August 3-August 13



Kidz Watch

6819 W Central Ave.

419.843.2997, kidzwatch.net

During the summer, Kidz Watch is filled with fun activities

that use a child-based curriculum and monthly themes.

Special guests come to visit regularly, children participate in

both indoor and outdoor activities, and programs are geared

to all ages, including toddler, preschool, and school-age.

Ages: Geared toward 3-12 years, with

camps for toddlers as well

Staff/camper ratio: Preschoolers: 1:12, school age: 1:18

Dates: June 1 - August 28

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Hunter’s

Run9241 Secor Rd., Temperance, MI

734.856.2404huntersrunmhja.com

Hunters Run campers meet in our clubhouse every morning to check in their gear. Then we head down into the barn where all children participate in grooming and

tacking up the ponies and horses used for our first riding group. Campers then either have a riding lesson, bathe and learn basic horse care, or work on crafts. Groups rotate every 45 minutes to an hour. After lunch, camp-ers play games and engage in horse obstacle courses.

Ages: 4-12 years.

Staff/camper ratio: 1:3 for riding groups (1:1 for very young children), 1:6 for other activities.

Cost: $150, 3-day camp. $210, 4-day camp.

Dates: June 10-12, June 23-26, June 29-July 2, July 6-9, July 13-15, July 27-30, August 3-5, August 10-13.

The Little

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7041 Sylvania Ave., Sylvania

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Superheroes and Princesses, and The Great Outdoors.

Ages: 3-5 yearsStaff/camper ratio: 1:12 for 3 years. 1:14 for

4-5 years, with extra camp aids as needed.

Dates: June 14-July 31. Choose which weeks and

days to attend, or attend for the whole summer.

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Notre Dame

Academy Summer Rowing

Camp3535 W. Sylvania Ave.

419.475.9359ndacrew.org

The NDA Summer Rowing Camp invites Toledo area junior high students and 9th

graders to learn the basics of rowing. Campers will begin by taking a tour of

the boathouse, and will then proceed to learn about the rowing shells and oars to gain insight to the sport of rowing. A typical day includes team building

exercises, a group workout and learn-ing the rowing stroke technique.

Ages: Grades 7-9

Staff/Camper Ratio: 1:10

Cost: $115

Dates: June 17-26. Wednesday-Friday during the first week, Monday-

Friday during the second week

Rosenbloom’s

Farm

2738 Shetland, Toledo

419.346.1363

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The camp day starts out with camp-

ers helping with farm chores, such as

gathering eggs, checking the garden for

vegetables, and feeding our kid-friendly

animals, including horses, donkeys, lla-

mas and goats. The day continues with

nature-related crafts, games and special

activities, such as hayrides, making ice

cream and working in our fairy garden.

Healthy snacks are provided daily, along

with a scrambled egg breakfast on

Fridays. We also have a special farm

picnic for the whole family to enjoy.

Ages: 3 years and older. In the past we

have had some slightly younger kids

who also had a great time. Parents are

also welcome to stay and help out.

Staff/camper ratio: 1:7, or less

Cost: $125. Discount available for

registering prior to May 1st.

Dates: June 29-July 3, July

27-July 31, and August 3-7.

Stonehaven Farms Summer Horseback Riding Day Camps351 West Samaria Rd, Temperance, MI734.854.5825

stonehavenfarms.net

Located on 55 acres, Stonehaven Farms has summer horseback-riding day camps designed to teach beginning-to-intermediate riders how to safely and knowledgeably work around and ride horses. Our 14 experienced school horses and ponies are perfect for teaching any type of rider English-style riding and jumping. Our camps also teach riders valuable horsemanship informa-tion through fun horse activities and games. Ages: 5-15 years. Riding ability ranges from Beginner through Intermediate. Dates: 9am-1:30pm, each Tuesday. The first camp begins Tuesday, June 16.

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Imagination Station1 Discovery Way, Toledo419.244.2674imaginationstationtoledo.org

Prevent brain drain this summer and cre-ate memories that will last a lifetime during Imagination Station’s Hot Summer, Cool Science Summer Camps. Each camp will take your camper on a weeklong adventure filled with sci-ence experiments, discovery and fun. Choose from three exciting summer camps: explore the science center’s biggest and messiest experiments for a week of sticky, gooey sci-ence fun during Super Splatter Science Camp, test your survival skills and prepare for unusual situations should such a moment ever arise during Survival Science Camp, or tinker, cre-ate and problem solve using only the tools available during Young MacGyver Camp.

Ages: 7-12 years


Cost: $165 for members, $195 for non-members.

Dates: June 15-19, June 22-26, June 29-July 3: Super Splatter Science Camp. July 6-10, July 13-17, July 20-24: Survival Science Camp. July 27-31, August 3-7, August 10-14: Young MacGyver Camp.

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St. John’s

Jesuit

5901 Airport Hwy.

419.865.5743

sjjtitans.org/summercamps

Summer is fun at St. John’s Jesuit! We

offer a multitude of week-long FunCamps

and SportCamps, so there’s something

for every interest. FunCamps include

archery, build-your-own arcade, chess,

fishing, high adventure, math enrich-

ment, robotics and science enrichment.

SportCamps include baseball, basketball,

football, lacrosse, soccer, total athlete

and wrestling. Our teachers and coaches

are great with kids and know how to

keep them engaged and challenged.

Ages: Grades 5-9

Staff/camper ratio: 1:10 to 1:15

Cost: $55-80

Dates: June through July


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Sylvania

Recreation

7060 Sylvania Ave.

419-882-1500

playsylvania.com

Sylvania Recreation’s sports camps focus

on the general skills of various sports.

We do a series of days, generally Monday

through Friday, and usually 9am to 12pm.

We focus on sports-specific aspects of

whatever sport the child is practicing.

Ages: Entering 3rd-8th grade.

Staff/camper ratio: Depends on

the sport, but typically 1:8-1:10

Cost: $50-65


St.

Ursula

Academy

4025 Indian Rd.

419.531.1693, toledosua.org

SUA is Girl Power—spend time this

summer at one of SUA’s camps

just for girls. SUA offers a variety of

camps that will not only educate, but

entertain. Regardless of your inter-

est, there will be a camp for you as

we have many offerings. We promise

you will leave a “Happy Camper.”

Ages: 5-13 years (grades K-8)

Staff/camper ratio: 10:1,

grades K-4. 15:1, grades 5-8

Cost: $75, prices vary

based on the camp

Dates: June 15-July 17; each

camp lasts approximately

half a day for four days.

SummerTime at Maumee Valley Country Day

1715 S. Reynolds Rd. 419.381.1313maumeevalleysummertime.org

At SummerTime at Maumee Valley, camp-ers create their own week according to their interests. Campers choose a weekly specialty class for the morning, afternoon, or both, pick-ing from academics, the visual or performing arts and athletics. Childcare before camp from 7:30am-9am and after camp from 3:30pm-5-:30pm is available at no extra charge.Ages: Preschool (age 4 by September)

through High School.Staff/camper ratio: 1:15, or less.Cost: $120/week for a half-day class;

$228/week for either a full-day class or a morning/afternoon combination.Dates: June 15-26, July 6-24




Students arrive by bus from their school about 9:45 a.m. and head with

their group to their scheduled program for that day. Programs showcased

this year are Manufacturing Technologies, Culinary Arts, Public Safety/

Criminal Justice, Construction Technologies, and Computer Hardware and

Networking. Over five days, students will visit all five programs and partici-

pate in hands-on, real-life STEM (science, technology, engineering and math)

applications. Lunch is provided and a bus returns them to their school.

Ages: Students in grades 7-9 who reside in one

of Penta’s 16-member school districts.


Cost: $25, includes transportation, lunch, supplies and a t-shirt.

Dates: June 15-19

Toledo Botanical Garden5403 Elmer Dr.419.536.5589toledogarden.org

Participants in Toledo Botanical Garden’s summer camps should be ready for exciting, hands-on learning at one of the two campuses: the main campus on Elmer Drive and the urban farm near downtown. Campers should dress for the weather, as much of the activity takes place in the great outdoors.Ages: 6-12 years, or 9-10 years and older. Staff/camper ratio: 1:10Cost: $23-$35, with discounts for TBG members.Dates: June 16, 18, 23, 25, July 7, 9, 14, 16, and August 4. 9am-noon.


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STEM Summer Camp at

Penta Career Center

9301 Buck Rd, Perrysburg

419.666.1120

pentacareercenter.org

Toledo

Ballet

5327 Monroe St.

419-471-0049

toledoballet.org

4-5 year olds follow the Toledo Ballet

Creative Movement and pre-ballet cur-

riculum. Enrichment activities include

animal-themed story time, exploring

circus animals, creating crafts, and

enjoying snack time. 6-8 year olds

take a classical ballet class each

day. They also explore other types of

dance, including jazz, character, and

modern, and learn to prepare costumes

and props. This program includes

the study of Swan Lake. Both groups

explore Peter & the Wolf and have a

mini-performance at week’s end.

Ages: 4-8 years

Staff/camper ratio: 1:8 for

ages 4-5. 1:12 for ages 6-8.

Dates: June 22-26, July 20-24:

Dance with the Animals Camp.

July 6-10, July 20-24, July 27-31:

Ballet Intensives & Pre-Intensives.

July 13-17: Musical Theatre.


Toledo Public SchoolsSummer RAISE or

PLATO Academy

Locations vary

tps.org

We fill the morning, from 9:30am-noon, with fun and exciting games that develop the necessary skills in volleyball while encouraging a fun, com-petitive atmosphere. High amounts of reps with tremendous amounts of

technical coaching is the basis of training by the TVC staff. At a TVC camp, you can count on getting better at volleyball and having fun doing it! Ages: 9-12 years for the Youth program. 12-14 years for the Junior Program. 14 years and up for the High School Program.Staff/camper ratio: 1:7

Cost: $125.00

Toledo

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2901 Key St. #2, Maumee

419.794.4656

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RAISE: 2.5 hours of reading intervention in phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency and vocabulary comprehension to help students improve reading ability and comprehension.

Ages: Third grade students who have not met the requirements of the Third Grade Reading Guarantee and will be retained in third grade.

Staff/camper ratio: 15:1, for RAISE, with Special Education teachers also available for support. 5 content-area teachers are available daily for PLATO.

Cost: Free

Dates: June 8-July 10. 9am-11:30am (with free lunch at 11:30am), Monday-Thursday, RAISE.

PLATO: 3 hours of supervised web-based learning. Content-area teachers (science, math, English, etc.) are on-site to assist students as needed.

Ages: High school students who need/desire additional instruction and learning.

Staff/camper ratio: 5 content-area teachers are available daily for PLATO.

Cost: $100 per semester course for Toledo city residents, $135 non-Toledo residents. PLATO. TPS students can apply for one $50 scholarship toward one semester course.

Dates: 9am-noon, Monday-Thursday, PLATO.

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Toledo Zoo

2700 Broadway St, Toledo 800.653.8000toledozoo.org

Toledo Zoo summer camps feature live classroom encounters with animals, games and activities, animal-themed crafts and tours of Zoo exhibits. Camps are focused

on specific topics throughout the summer, providing a theme to the week’s activities. Campers are provided with a daily snack, 2 camp t-shirts and a camp water bottle.

Ages: 4-15 years. 4-5 year old camps are 3 hour sessions; 6 years and older are 6 hour sessions.

Staff/camper ratio: Varies, but for most ages, it is 1 staff and 1 teen volunteer for 10 campers. For the 4-5 year olds, it is 2 staff and 2 teens for 16 campers.

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YMCA/JCC Summer Camps

Locations vary ymcatoledo.org

YMCA camps provide a variety of opportunities to help ensure that youth are learning and being physically active in the sum-mer. Campers also learn how to be responsible and resource-ful, work in groups, solve problems and make decisions that

will help them grow as individuals – all while having fun.

Ages: Grades 1-5, Day Camp. Ages 11-13, Teen Camp. Grades 2-12, Storer Overnight Camp. Ages vary, Sports and Specialty Camps.

Cost: $135-$300, with most camps being $175, for Zoo mem-bers. $155-$325, with most camps being $200, for non-members.

$15 discount for siblings and/or multiple camp registrations.

Dates: June 8-August 14.

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Westside Montessori

7115 W. Bancroft St, Toledo 419.866.1931

13587 Roachton Rd, Perrysburg 419.874.9385

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Each week, programs will feature a presentation, event or entertainment

provided by a partner in the greater Toledo area. There are three different summer camp programs, based on age, that are geared toward providing children with educational opportunities consistent

with the Montessori program. Outdoor exploration is incorporated in all programs.

Ages: 13 months-3 years, Little House Camp. 3 years-Kindergarten, Children’s House

Camp. 1st-4th grade, Elementary Camp.

Staff/camper ratio: 1:5 for Toddlers, 1:12 for Children’s House, 1:12 for Elementary.

Dates: June 10-July 31.



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Summer day camp is a place where children can stretch their minds, exercise their bodies, develop new interests and forge lasting friendships. For young chil-dren, it is a good introduction to the camp experience. For older ones, it is a way to enjoy the activities without the overnight option. Day camp programs vary from one setting to the next and it is important to choose a camp tailored to your child’s needs. Help make the most of your child’s day camp experience by asking the right questions.

1. Consider interests. Day camps offer a host of options that include every-thing from one centralized activity to a variety of traditional camp fun. Talk with your child about his interests and what he would like to gain from the experience. Would he enjoy an assortment of activi-ties or does he want to concentrate on one skill, such as soccer or art?

2. Ponder program length. Day camps range from several hours to a full day and can run from one week to an entire summer. How long your child should participate in a program will de-pend largely upon his age, developmen-tal level and previous camp experience. First-time campers would do well start-ing in a partial- to full-week program. Experienced campers may enjoy one that runs throughout the summer. Even if your child decides to stay at camp all summer, consider allowing a few weeks break be-tween school and camp (and vice versa) for down time.

3. Look at location. Consider the distance’s impact on the camping experi-ence. If you choose a day camp close to home, commute time will be less and your child may already be acquainted with some of the other children. A day camp near your employer, however, would give you quick access to your child, in the event of an emergency. But if your child needs

additional morning or afternoon child-care, you may want to consider a program close to your sitter.

4. Ask about staff. Find out the camper-to-counselor ratio, ideally it should be six campers to one counselor, as recommended by the American Camp-ing Association. What experience and/or training do the counselors have? How are they selected? What is the camp’s disci-pline policy? Are they trained to take care of health concerns such as asthma, aller-gies and dispensing medicine?

5. Focus on the facility. Ask about indoor and outdoor facilities. Is there ample indoor space for children to play during inclement weather? What do they do if it rains all week? Is the outdoor equipment and grounds well maintained and safe? Are the children’s swimming skills tested before they are allowed to enter the water? Is the staff certified in lifesaving and present during water ac-tivities?

6. Investigate cost. Inquire about additional fees. Some day camps have a base price but charge extra for trips, spe-cial events and activities. If the camp you want to send your child to costs more than you can afford, find out if there is a schol-arship program. Also ask about a refund policy, in the event of an illness or family emergency.

7. Arrange a pre-visit. Find out if the day camp offers an open house prior to season start up. If not, make other ar-rangements to introduce yourself to those who will be caring for your child. Open houses are a good time to gather informa-tion, so make sure to jot down any ques-tions you have before leaving home. If your questions are not addressed during this time, ask to speak with someone be-fore securing your deposit.

8. Fill out forms. Organize all rel-evant information concerning your child’s health and history. When it comes to med-ical forms, be thorough and specific. If your child was on a medication during the school year but will be taken off of it for the summer, make sure the camp is aware of this as it could cause an extreme change in behavior. Insect and food-related aller-gies should be listed too. Equally impor-tant is to share other concerns, such as if your family is going through a divorce or has experienced a recent death, as this may affect how your child interacts throughout the day. Remember, camps look out for both the physical and emotional needs of your child, so the more information you provide, the better equipped they will be.

You will also be asked to fill out an emergency contact form, which lists an-other designated individual to call if you cannot be reached in the event of an ac-cident or illness. While it is imperative to have an appointed individual, equally important is that the person knows she has been designated as such. Every year camps contact the emergency person listed and she was not informed she was “on call.” The best advice? Check with that individual before writing the name down.

9. Peruse policies & procedures. Ask for a list of the camp’s policies, proce-dures and planned activities. The summer will run smoother if you and your child know what to expect and what is expected of you. Most camps have a weekly sched-ule so parents know what the upcoming activities are. Talk with you child about what is planned. If she cannot participate due to health reasons, make sure you (not your child) inform the camp.

In recent years, many day camps have developed strict policies about leaving technology items – cell phones, handheld games and other tech toys – at home. Their philosophy is that day camps are designed

to be enriching experiences and the chil-dren should be engaging in these activi-ties rather than playing with electronics. If restricted items are brought to camp, they may be confiscated and returned at the end of the day in hopes the child gets the message.

10. Keep the line of commu-nication open. Talk about camp be-fore it even starts. Reassure your child of the positive experience he will have. At the end of each camp day, find a block of uninterrupted time where you can listen as he shares his adventures. Ask what he liked about camp and if there were any things he didn’t like. If he is having a hard time articulating what happened, break it down by activities—“What crafts did you do?” “Did you play any outdoor games that involved balls or running?” “Who did you sit with at lunch?” Encourage your child to do his best and be respectful of others, and he’ll have a great time.

Denise Yearian is the former editor of two parenting magazines and the mother of

three children.

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My daughter’s school has a science fair every year. As a second grader, I en-couraged her to enter into the fair and worked with her to find a project.

The fair would be in February but we got started in early January. This was a real change for me. I am a procrastinator and have always been. I’m not good with due dates. Even with this column – al-though the idea may be running around my head for days or even months at a time – I may not start writing until the day before it’s due.

Although we started the project in early January and even finished the ex-periments a few weeks before the due date we were still assembling everything the night before. We were up to almost midnight making sure everything was together and ready for the next day. In the end - like so many of my projects – it got done and she was excited about the science fair.

That was last year. This year was a dif-ferent story. We started talking about the science fair well in advance. My daughter expressed an interest in something to do with magnets. We searched Google for ex-periments and found a few. In the coming weeks we bought magnets, picked up a dis-play board, and planned our experiment.

In approaching the science fair I have tried to be a motivator and implementer but I let my daughter lead. It needs to be her project. In the previous science fair that worked although we did have a lot of last minute things to finish. This time the commitment was there but I think the

idea that it would still get done, even if we let some things go to the last minute, had been reinforced by our previous suc-cess.

The weekend before the science fair passed and although we had done the ex-periment and had some good results we had not prepared the presentation board. On the night before the science fair we sat at the dining room table with a half completed project. It was at this moment that my daughter and I realized that this project was not going to get done.

She got upset and cried. She told me how embarrassed she was going to be af-ter she had told her class that she had a project.

I comforted her and told her it would be all right. I even tried to motivate her to stay up late and try to complete the proj-ect. (My wife nixed that thought pretty quickly with a look that told me that sug-gestion was a dumb idea.)

Our daughter learned a hard lesson that letting things go to the last minute can result in some harsh realities. In the end maybe a missed science project in third grade will give her pause to in the future to get things done more timely. That’s a lesson that will last longer than any science project!

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related to the time her parent takes to

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Conclusion: Inconclusive. But whether learned or genetic the ul-timate lesson is to plan ahead and never wait to the last minute!


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My oldest two daughters have been packing lunches all year. Through the years, they have been mostly ‘buyers’, bringing lunches from home occasion-ally. But it is Mikayla’s first year in high school and Macie’s first year in middle school and they both feel like they get more time to eat (and socialize) if they can skip the line and head straight to the table.

I am no super mom when it comes to packing lunches. I don’t Google bento ideas. I don’t make star-shaped PB&Js (well maybe once, okay, twice). But I do try to switch it up for them. Some days it’s regular sandwiches, sometimes I make wraps, I have even made up little mini salad bars for them. The girls enjoy the variety and have actually come home and told me how good their lunches were several times.

Subpar for the courseThe other day, I picked up some

hoagie buns for lunches. I thought that subs would be a nice change. I made the subs and decided to wrap them in plastic wrap. The plastic wrap wouldn’t stick to itself, so I decided to just tape the ends together. Well I found some stickers in the junk drawer that said “I am proud of you.”

I thought “How cute! They will get a kick out of seeing that in the middle of the day.” I used to put little notes in their backpacks when they were younger and thought it would be a fun throwback to their elementary days. Pleased with

myself, I stuck one “I am proud of you sticker” on each sub and shoved them in their lunch bags.

After school that day Macie men-tioned the sticker and said it brightened up her day. I do appreciate appreciation. But then she also mentioned that perhaps Mikayla had not been so pleased with the stickers. Apparently Macie had seen on one of Mikayla’s social media accounts a picture of the sub sticker with the com-ment, “Really mom?!?!?”

Yes, reallySo what does any good mother who

appreciates appreciation do? Well, of course, I packed another sub the next day and absolutely covered it with “I am proud of you” stickers. I wish I could have seen her face and heard her laugh when she pulled that sandwich out in front of her friends.

I know that the “really mom” com-ment was posted with a smirk and an eye roll, but in good fun, and when she pulled out the sub, shouting with mom pride the next day, she knew it was me sending my love by way of a midday giggle.

Raising teenagers is hard, but my plan to get through it is to communicate my love in any and every way I can. Whether it is lunch humor or sending a quick ‘love you’ text or leaving her a note thanking her for her help, making little gestures that remind her she is loved (and keep-ing a sense of humor) will help both of us get through the teenage years.

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Teens and Substance Use

419-475-4449www.harbor.org

One of the most precious things in life is the health and welfare of our children. With all of the chal-

lenges parents face in today’s world, sub-stance use can be scary and taboo to talk about. Substance use, like drinking and using cannabis, is one area that many par-ents view as a right of passage into adult-hood, taking a “kids will be kids” attitude towards it. The trouble with not seeing substance use as a problem for teens is the fact that such use can impact their ability to row and thrive at the most critical time in their life.

At Harbor, we are seeing children us-ing substances without concern about the consequences of such use. We see children

smoking cannabis that has other substances mixed in, resulting in a high that is unpre-dictable and sometimes devastating. It is not unusual for adolescents to think noth-ing will hurt them, but this lack of fear can have long term negative effects on their thinking and emotions.

Taking the time to explore your own views on drinking and drug use is an impor-tant part of parenting; being open to seek-ing help is a great way to help your child be successful. If you have any concerns or even suspect your child may be using drugs or alcohol, please seek help. Harbor is willing to talk about your situation and offer support and services that can have a positive impact in your child’s life.

Jim Schultz, LICDCS, Clinical Manager, AODKaren Henderson, CDCA, Case Manager/Counselor, AOD


A difficult, yet rewarding journey

Eight years ago Nick Hall and his wife Jennifer welcomed two children into this world at 25 weeks. Combined, their chil-dren Reece and Graham weighed just 2 lbs. 13oz. “You want to be overwhelmed by joy when you see the babies, but you are overwhelmed with fear,” Jennifer re-called.

Though the Halls were so blessed with good jobs, great familial support, good medical insurance, etc. they still felt very isolated. So few people could relate to what they were going through. Graham only spent 45 short days on earth with his parents. “The length of one’s life does not necessarily measure the impact of one’s life,” Nick said. Reece is now 8 years old, but spent 4 months in the hospital when she was born. She went home with oxy-gen for two years taking 10 prescription medications. Just three weeks after finally going home she returned to the hospital, requiring brain surgery. There is so much more to having a ‘preemie’ than anyone could ever imagine. Finally leaving the hospital is just another step in the over-whelming journey.

Remembering the varied emotions and the countless trials and tribulations of their journey of prematurity, the Halls founded Graham’s Foundation in 2009 to support other preemie parents on their journey. They are so thankful to have Re-ece with them today and felt they could help make a difference in the lives of fam-ilies today experiencing the same things they had gone through. “Prematurity is a journey, not a diagnosis,” Nick said.

Offering hope and supportGraham’s Foundation sends approxi-

mately 5,000 care packages to parents of preemies throughout the United States, and that number is growing. There are options of care packages for parents with a preemie in the NICU, including a transi-tion package when the baby goes home, and a remembrance package for a fam-ily who loses their little angel much too soon.

Though the packages are sent free of charge, the foundation operates on a pay-it-forward philosophy. “People pay it forward or donate, but [the care packages are] almost all sent via donations,” Jen-nifer said. Graham’s Foundation also of-fers support via blogs, an active Facebook community where preemie parents can support one another and links to various resources.

The foundation also maintains a pree-mie parent mentoring program. Mentors can share experiences based on their own journey of prematurity and can connect with preemie parents to give support and let them know they are not alone. This op-portunity for dialogue is just another way the foundation offers hope and removes the feelings of isolation that so many par-ents feel.

Want to make a difference?One of their biggest local fundraisers,

Tinis 4 Preemies, will be held on March 6, 2015 6p.m.-10p.m. at the Carranor Hunt & Polo Club in Perrysburg. All are invited to attend. Much more information about the event, the incredible foundation, and ways to donate can be found on their website, grahamsfoundation.org. They may also be reached at 888-466-2948.

Easing the isolation felt by parents of preemiesLocal couple’s foundation assures

parents they are not alone on their journeyBy Karen L. Zickes

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Pitasub Express5155 S. Main, Sylvania 43560419-882-1796Mon-Fri: 11a.m.-8p.m.Sat: 12p.m.-8p.m.www.pitasubexpress.com

Traditional Lebanese With A Twist

Same great food; contemporary presentationby Karen L. Zickes

Spring on over for sweet treats!

Toledo’s Jelly Belly station

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I love Lebanese food. No. Let me rephrase. I LOVE Lebanese food. I’m so thankful my children appreciate it as well because when I have a hankering for hummus, grape leaves and all that pure deliciousness, I am never met with resistance. We followed a friend’s recom-mendation, and came upon traditional Lebanese served with a contemporary twist.

Another hidden gemI shall not lie. When pulling up to the

most humble of humble looking store fronts in a strip plaza in Sylvania, I had some serious doubts. I did it again. I was judging by appearances. I should know better by now. The owner of Pitasub Ex-press, Zane Ismail, is very proud of the fact that he serves only healthy, freshly made food and that nothing is fried.

Mr. Ismail promptly greeted us from behind the counter as he was busy cook-ing up something that smelled delecta-ble. A quick glance told me this was more of a carryout kind of place rather than sit down. Mr. Ismail confirmed that about 90% of his business is carryout. Not be-ing around the corner from our home in Holland, however, we were there to stay.

In the mean time we saw several others come in and grab their pick-up orders.

Mr. Ismail…..no, I’m going to call him Zane because we entered his restau-rant as strangers but left as friends. Zane truly has a way of making people feel welcome. He moved here from Lebanon when he was 16 years old, so he consid-ers Toledo his hometown. He has been in the restaurant business almost 40 years, and has owned Pitasub Express for about seven years. “I’m happy I work here ev-ery day,” said Zane. You might also see his sons working with him as well.

Lebanese meets Chipotle style

Pretty much that is how Zane summed up Pitasub for us. He handed us a little paper and a pen for us to select our choices. Like Chipotle restaurants where you select your protein and then all the extras you want in your “bowl” or burrito, the same is true for Pitasub, ex-cept it’s Lebanese food and you make a “bowl” or stuff a pita! Almost two years ago Zane’s son suggested switching to the Chipotle style and it appears to have won over his customers.

You can choose from chicken, steak, gyro meat or go vegetarian. Then select brown or yellow rice and choice of vege-tables. Top it off with one of their several

homemade sauces such as traditional cu-cumber sauce, or garlic sauce. Zane said his Lebanese salsa is out of this world. I know I need to make a trip back because I also forgot to try the Baklava!

The boys and I chose bowls and be-cause we just couldn’t decide on which meat, Zane surprised us with a little gyro meat AND chicken in each of our bowls. I still can’t decide which I liked better. They don’t have a kids’ menu, but Zane made up the $6.99 bowls for $5 for each of the boys. We also ordered hum-mus and grape leaves. I have said in the past that I am a hummus snob and must try it wherever it’s offered. It was delish. Zane raved about the falafel and a regu-lar customer came in for it for the third time that week while we were there. “I think I’m the only one who doesn’t fry it,” said Zane.

It was a bit chilly in the seating area on that blustery evening. Zane was quick to come out and turn up the heat for us; checking back to make sure we were warm enough. He also surprised

me with some complimentary herbal tea. It was quite unique and obvious he knew what he was doing with that as well.

We purposely left a little in our bowls so we could have it again the next day. And before we packed up our hummus to take home for my daughter to try, he topped us off. We came in as strangers, and certainly left as friends.

Bottom Line: Zane Ismail will make you feel welcome in his restaurant and takes great pride in his fresh, healthy cooking. Though not the most ideal for eating in with very young ones in tow, it is a must try for carryout or eating in with older children. If your kids enjoy Lebanese cuisine or you’re looking for a fun way to introduce it to them, they will enjoy making their own selections and the bowls will be a hit. Karen Zickes is a mom of three active children and freelance writer who resides in Holland, OH.

She can be reached in c/o [email protected].

Kid-friendly: Best suited for older childrenTo avoid wait: AnytimeNoise level: QuietBathroom amenities: No public restroom…employee restroom availableHigh chairs: NoGot milk? No. Canned pop, lemonade, and bottled water.Food allergy concerns: You can speak directly to the owner, Zane, who will most likely be the one preparing your meal. They do not have any pea-nut oil in the restaurant, and each pita/bowl is made to order, so just let them know in advance about any allergies.

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3205 Glendale Ave. Toledo, OH 43614

(across from the medical college entrance)

For more information: www.uutoledo.org or call (419) 381-6999 Weekdays, 9AM-2PM

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Welcoming All Children (infants - high school)

We offer Montessori-style Sunday programming for preschool and early elementary school children

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1 WEDNESDAY

That’s Me Baby & Children Portrait Contest - Parents should bring their children and their favorite props for a fun, candid photo shoot. Your favorite photo will be entered into a contest online, with the chance to win fabulous prizes. Through April 18. Free, $5 donations to the Ronald McDonald House are encour-aged. For ages 12 and under. Kurt Nielsen Photography, 5431 Schultz Dr. 419-885-7153. kurtnphoto.com

2 THURSDAY

Life Size Body Maps - Children will learn about the human body as they com-bine art and science to create their very own life-size body map. For ages 5-12. 4-5pm. Main Library, 325 Michigan St. 419-259-5200. toledolibrary.org Free

3 FRIDAY

Family Movie Night - Enjoy a screen-ing of one of the most popular movies of the year, The Lego Movie. 7pm. Calvary Church inside the former Maumee 18 Theater, 1360 Conant St., Maumee. 419-893-2171. toledocalvary.org Free

Zig Zag Books and Collage Constructions - View the exhibition Drawn, Cut & Layered: The Art of Werner Pfeiffer for inspiration on creative uses of paper. Then, head downstairs to make a book using unique folding and texture techniques. For ages 10 and younger with an adult. 3:30-8pm. Toledo Museum of Art Family Center, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free

Breakfast with the Bunny & Easter Egg Hunt - Have fun searching for color-ful eggs and a special breakfast with a costumed bunny character. Reservations are required and tickets must be purchased in advance. Also on April 4. 9am-11am. $35/adults, $25/children ages 2-11; Parking: free/members, $7/non-members. Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way. 419-385-4040. toledozoo.org

4 SATURDAY

15th Annual Easter Egg Hunt - Make an Easter art project, then head out to find and collect plastic eggs. Redeem each for a prize. Families can take an eggstra-cool family photo with the Easter bunny and hop down the bunny trail. 10am, 11am & noon. Free/Sylvania residents, $5/per car for non-residents. Olander Park Nederhouser Community Hall, 6930 W. Sylvania Ave. 419-882-8313. olanderpark.com

9 THURSDAY

Infant Massage Class - Stephanie Rife, Prenatal Certified Massage Therapist, will teach parents how to provide early nurtur-ing methods for their infant during this hands-on class. Maximum of 4 infants per class. Registration required. 8:30-9:15am. $39/$59 private session available by request. Serenity Health & Wellness Center, 1685 Lance Pointe Rd., Maumee. 419-891-2181. serenityspamaumee.com

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11 SATURDAY

Pets and Me - Kids will have fun making some new furry friends as they learn about different dog and cat breeds, take a tour of TAHS and make a cool craft. For ages 6-11. Registration requested. 11am-1pm. $20. The Toledo Area Humane Society, 1920 Indian Wood Circle, Maumee. 419-891-0705. toledohumane.org

12 SUNDAY

14th Annual “Afternoon of Close-up Magic” - The audience will experience this intimate close-up show with eight magi-cians as they repeat their acts in each of the five performing rooms. Seating will be tiered and limited to allow guests to truly enjoy the magic up-close. Members of the Bird’s Eye View Circus will perform prior to the show at 2pm. 2pm. $15. Holiday Inn French Quarter, 10630 Fremont Pike, Perrysburg. 419-255-2921. toledomagic.com

17 FRIDAY

Home Improvement & Garden Show - Get out of the house and into the Spring time spirit with the Professional Re-modeler’s Organization, featuring 14 jumbo showcases, innovative manufacturer products and professional workshops. Through April 19. 4-8pm Friday, 10am-8pm Saturday, 11am-4pm Sunday. $6/adults, free/ages 12 and under & active military with ID. SeaGate Convention Centre, 401 Jefferson Ave. toledo-seagate.com

18 SATURDAY

Rossford Community Recreation Center Preschool Fair - This fair will feature over 23 booths from local pre-schools, day cares, police, fire, and library services, as well as pediatricians and other children oriented businesses. Come and learn about what’s available for your child, at one convenient stop. 9am-1pm. Rossford Recreation Center, 400 Dixie Hwy., Rossford. 419-666-2905. rossfordrecreation.com Free

Toledopoly - Have you ever imagined yourself the owner of one of Toledo’s best businesses? Local History celebrates National Library Week with your chance to play the board game Toledopoly. You can buy a business on the board and gain a customer base to win. 10am-4pm. Main Library, 325 Michigan St. 419-259-5200. toledolibrary.org Free

Toledo Area Parent’s Summer Camp FairSaturday, 4.25 / Franklin Park MallSummer is a time for young-sters to enjoy a variety of fun and educational summer activities. Toledo Area Parent’s Summer Camp Fair is the one-stop destination for parents to find the best summer camps to fit their children’s likes and needs. Vendors from a variety of regional camps will be on hand, from residential, local-day, sports, academic and more. 10am-6pm. Franklin Park Mall, 5001 Monroe St. 419-244-9859. toledoparent.com —MLR

Tea with BelleSunday, 4.26 / Central Catholic High SchoolLet your child spend Sunday in style during a tea party with Belle and the other cast of characters from Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast,” to be presented by Central Catholic High School (May 1-3.) Guests to the tea party are encouraged to dress as their favorite character as enjoy a show preview with a cup of tea. Pinky out. 2:30-4pm, Sunday April 26. $5, reservation forms available online. Central Catholic High School Front Gym, 2550 Cherry St. 419-255-2280. centralcatholic.org —AC

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Party for the Planet - Celebrate Earth Day with the Zoo by contributing to their recycling efforts all day, and try some cool activities to help you be a little more green. 10am. $17/adults, $14/seniors, $12/children under 12, free/under 2 years old. Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way. 419-385-4040. toledozoo.org

19 SUNDAY

Toledo’s March for Babies - Help March of Dimes promote the health of babies and preventing premature birth at their largest fundraiser complete with a kids zone, the Toledo Zoo, Imagination Station, breakfast, lunch, a photo booth and a downtown walk. 8:30/registration, 10am/march begins. Huntington Center, 500 Jefferson Ave. 419-534-3600. marchforbabies.org

21 TUESDAY

Green Science - Find new uses for old items, and earn your green thumb by dig-ging in an unconventional garden. Through April 26. 10am-5pm. $10/adults, $8/ages 3-12, $9/seniors (65+), free/ages 2 and under. Imagination Station, 1 Discovery Way. 419-244-2674. imaginationstationtoledo.org

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25 SATURDAY

Glass City Kids Marathon - The Glass City Marathon is a family event with mul-tiple distances for every athletic level. The Kids Marathon today on the UT campus, while the main marathon is on April 26. Registration and event details online at glasscitymarathon.org.

25th Annual Kids Trout Derby - Lake Olander will be stocked with over 2,000 trout as children are introduced to the sport of fishing. Kids must provide their own fishing pole, adult fishing and boats are allowed after 1pm. 8:30am registration, 9am derby. Free/Sylvania residents, $5/per car for non-residents. Olander Park Nederhouser Community Hall, 6930 W. Sylvania Ave. 419-882-8313. olanderpark.com

Louie’s 12th Birthday Celebration - Louie the elephant turns 12 this year, and you’re invited to a mammoth birthday cel-ebration as he enjoys cake and enrichment gifts. 10:30am-1:30pm. $17/adults, $14/seniors, $12/children under 12, free/under 2 years old. Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way. 419-385-4040. toledozoo.org

26 SUNDAY

Tea with Belle - Meet characters from Disney’s enchanting tale. See pg 33. 2:30-4pm. $5. Central Catholic High School Front Gym, 2550 Cherry St. 419-255-2280. centralcatholic.org

TuesdaysBabytime, Young children will learn early literacy skills through stories, rhymes and music. For babies up to one year old with an adult. 10-10:45am. Sylvania Library Meeting Room, 6749 Monroe St., Sylvania. 419-882-2089. toledolibrary.org FreeThursdaysMothers’ Center of Greater Toledo Meeting, Working and stay-at-home moms can meet for this special weekly moms group with family activities and dis-cussion topics. Reliable childcare provid-ed. 9:45-11:15am. McCord Rd. Christian Church, 4765 N. McCord Rd., Sylvania. motherscenter.net FreeSaturdaysStorytime, An inclusive storytime with books, rhymes and music. 9:30-10:30am. Black Kite Coffee, 2499 Collingwood Blvd. 419-720-5820. facebook.com/blackkitecoffee

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For more information or to register for camp, log onto www.campcourageous.com or call 419-875-6828

Join us for a week (or more!) at Camp Courageous this summer!


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