Toledo Parent December 2015

Terri WallaceMVCDS welcomes a new addition to their education team

Mac N' MeltsIt's all about the cheese down on Central Avenue

Family TraditionsToledo families talkholiday cheer and how they celebrate

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parent profileMVCDS Names New

Head of SchoolTerri Wallace joins the

education team

by Christine Holliday

food fightMac N’ Melts

It’s all about the cheese down on Central Avenue

by Karen L. Zickes

community snapshots 5

what’s briefly happening 7

new kids on the block 8

healthy kids 19

calendar 21 compiled by Marisa Rubin & Chloe Rothschild

marketplace 23

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What Teachers Really WantThe holidays can be stressful. Have the confidence to go all out, or just go with a gift card, and know that both will be appreciated by the teachers in their children’s lives.

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Seven Games to Liven up your Holiday Party While most parties include festive decorations and delicious food and drink, many lack the extra something that makes a party successful. Playing a game brings your guests out of their shell and gets them interacting with others.

A Peek Into a Foster Care AgencyTake a look inside the world of giving children a place to call home. This piece sorts through the myths and realities of foster care.

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See our November Special Need Guide for local resources that will help your family find the necessary support!

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KIDS HOROSCOPE

As toddlers they walk around looking serious and adults get the impression that the little ones are smarter than they are! And it could be true! They come into the world full of knowledge and con-fidence. They love to climb but have rather sensitive knees so they need supervision when they play. When they are with other children they like to “take charge” and do an excellent job of it. They accept responsibilities willingly, such as keeping their own room present-able. They prefer to pick out their own clothes.

They have a great respect for time and should have their own clocks and watches. They do well in pre-school, grade school and high school as long as they are challenged. They enjoy tracing the family tree and even appreci-ate antiques at a young age.

December 22 - January 20By Sue Lovett

Publisher/Editor in ChiefCollette Jacobs ([email protected]) My parents and in-laws

Co-publisher/Chief Financial OfficerMark I. Jacobs ([email protected]) if only i had another week . . .

EditorialAssignment Editor:Nadine Hariri ([email protected])My husband!

Calendar Editor:Marisa Rubin ([email protected])My dad

Contributing Writers:Christine Holliday, TiAnna Anderson, Laura Blair, Emily Remaklus, Karen L. Zickes, Sue Lovett

Art/ProductionSenior Designer:Leah Foley ([email protected])My kiddo! he wants everything he sees!

Graphic Design:Imani Lateef ([email protected])My wife

Contributing Designers: Stephanie Austin ([email protected]) My MoMAnita Tipton ([email protected])My in laws

AdvertisingSales ManagerKaren Hopkinson ([email protected])My husband because everything he wants costs an arM and a leg

Sales CoordinatorCassi Hadadd ([email protected])My grandMother who prefers to be a giver and not a receiver

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Sales Sharon Kornowa ([email protected]) dave - My husbandSam Rotroff ([email protected])My MoMBonnie Hunter ([email protected])MyselfMatt Zook ([email protected])pattiPatti Comte ([email protected])Matt

AdministrationAccounting: Robin Armstrong ([email protected])kevin, My husband

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Jermirriah, who likes to go by JJ, is social, very funny, and can make friends easily. She has developed a love of running and playing sports. JJ also enjoys dancing, reading, hanging out with her friends. Like most young ladies her age, she likes to shop and listen to music. Jermirriah needs a forever family to help her feel safe and make good choices.

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Petite Plume PajamasEvery order of Petite Plume sleepwear is delivered in a beautifully customized box, with a personalized handwritten gift card. Chemical-free and the most luxurious children’s sleepwear on the market, the soft feel had us wanting one for ourselves!$46-$58. www.petite-plume.com

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SchoolHouse Socks were born from frustration with the plain white, boring school sock that

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Not Just Any Old Day NecklaceThe Calendar Key Necklace features the month of your choice with a Swarovski crystal marking your special day. Choose from Antique Silver, Antique Brass or Antique Rose Gold finishes to incorporate the “Datesake™” charm into a hip, stylish accessory that is not only beautiful but uniquely yours. Also available in the mini charm size. Choose from Antique Rose Gold, Antique Brass and Antique Silver, all are engravable. $49.99, www.notjustanyoldday.com

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Toledo Ballet Presents This Year’s ClarasLauren Woodward, 13, and Madyson Quinn Starner, 13, will dance the role of Clara for the Toledo Ballet’s 75th An-niversary Diamond Jubilee Nutcracker. Woodward, a junior high school student at Anthony Wayne, will dance on December 12 at 2pm and December 13 at 2pm.

Woodward has been dancing since she was five years old. Training in jazz, contemporary and classical ballet, this will be Woodward’s ninth year in the Nutcracker.

Starner will perform in the matinee student performance on December 11 and on December 12 at the 7pm performance. She played the Clara role in 2014 in the Radio City Christmas Spectacular. “I have always wanted to dance the role of Clara since I was a little girl. I dreamed of... being her,” she said. “To do it for the 75th anniversary is so exciting and such an honor. I am so thankful to have been given the opportunity!”Friday, December 11 and Saturday, December 12 at 2pm and 7pm, Sun-

day, December 13 at 2pm. $25-$55. www.toledoballet.org.

Notre Dame Academy Gets to Know Girls Like UsThe faculty, staff, and students at Notre Dame Academy have a special focus this year. They are working to answer the big question “How do we approach diversity issues in our culture?” using the book Girls Like Us by Gail Giles. The book tells the story of two girls who are classmates in a special educa-tion program, and the challenges they face after high school. Margaret FitzGerald, NDA Director of Communications and Marketing, explains that all members of the school community read the book before school started, and teachers are using it to stimulate discussions about making all members feel welcome. The school will observe Diversity Week January 11-January 15, and school officials are currently planning events to highlight diversity in fields of endeavor.

“This is a particular part of our mission,” Ms. FitzGerald noted. “We are preparing our students to be women of vision, and we want to explore how we can help everyone to feel included.”

Giles was a guest speaker at the school, explaining how she came to write the book, and the school has also hosted Michael Fowlin, who encouraged the staff and students to look past ste-reotypes and accept people for who they are.

Total Package Girl: Discover the Ultimate You for Life! Kristi K. Hoffman is helping girls find the spunk they need to attain their best self! The local author recently held a book-signing at Franklin Park Mall at Barnes & Nobles to talk about her latest book, Total Package Girl, which has tools for every girl who is figuring it out, finding herself and grow-ing up with today’s challenges. The book is designed to equip young girls with the secret weapons they need to be strong and confident individuals. Kristi’s impressive resume includes being an award-winning television host and producer, past PBS-TV media personality, businesswoman, and CEO & Founder of Total Package Global, the professional and personal development corporation. Now she wants to take the time to share what she knows with those who need guidance. Key takeaways from her literary work are building confidence, knowledge and trust in oneself, a “healthy, rockin’” body image, strong communica-tion skills and an efficient success strategy for living out your dreams. Get your hands on a copy of her book filled with tips on how to take on the world!

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Ohio Family SurvivalImagine having to pick up the pieces after a terrorist attack, massive snowstorm

with downed power lines, or even a flood. Do you have what you need to get through these situations? Mary Tyson, owner at The Ohio Family Survival Store located on Alexis Road in Sylvania, is committed to educating the public and providing the sup-plies needed to get ready for a small or large emergency. Mary says she’s always had an emergency preparedness mentality.

After the water crisis of 2014, she was shocked with how ill-prepared the public and officials were in dealing with being without water, and developed the idea for an emergency preparedness and disaster relief store. The Ohio Family Survival Store has items for a small emergency, such as being stuck on the side of the road for several hours, and also larger emergencies, like being without food and electricity for extend-ed periods of time. Mary explained that the Federal Emergency Management Agency recommends that everyone have at least three days worth of essential supplies for their family, and Mary recommends building your supplies up to thirty days. -TA

Please visit the Ohio Family Survival Store for all of your emergency preparedness needs. 5625 Alexis Rd. Sylvania. 419-517-4488.

Fix It with Digital DocsA fast fix for cracked screens and devices that won’t charge is now available in

Toledo. Digital Docs, an electronic device repair shop, opened in the Walmart Super-center on Central Avenue, services software and hardware for all electronic devices. The most commonly serviced items are smartphones and tablets. They stock parts for widely-used brands and products, and all repairs are done on site and usually the same day. Children’s electronic games, tablets and learning game systems, such as LeapPads, Kurio tablets and all gaming system consoles and controllers, can also be re-paired. The necessary part might not be in stock, but it can be ordered with the device repaired the day the parts arrive. Digital Docs was founded in 2013 and has over two dozen locations across the United States, including shops in Ann Arbor and Findlay. Besides repair services, the shop offers mobile accessories including cases, charging cables and screen protectors. -LB

Inside Walmart at 5821 W. Central Ave. 10am–7pm daily. Walk-ins are accepted, but you can call for an appointment. 419-535-1133. www.digitaldocrepair.com

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Ongoing Events Through December 16Holiday Toy Drive Levis Commons3201 Levis Commons Blvd., Perrysburg419-931-8888www.shopleviscommons.com

Give the best gift ever by donating a new, unwrapped toy, gift card or other donation to the Lucas County Children Services Holiday Gift Drive! Donations can be dropped off at Levis Commons’ Books-A-Million, Max & Erma’s, and Yankee Candle.

Through December 18Santa’s Secret Star 7:30pm Friday, 1pm SaturdayRitter Planetarium2855 W. Bancroft St.419-530-2650utoledo.eduAn updated fulldome version of the plan-etarium’s classic children’s program by the same name. Follow along as Rudolph introduces Santa to his friends the con-stellations. You can learn how you can navigate by the stars just like Santa. Friday & Saturday through December 18. $7/adults, $5/children and seniors, free/children under 4.

Through December 19Mystery of the Christmas Star7pmLourdes University’sAppold Planetarium6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania. 419-517-8897lourdes.edu/planetarium A family event at the planetarium where everyone will feel more in touch with the universe! Experience a retelling of the Christmas story, with an emphasis on the North Star and how the Three Kings used astrology to find baby Jesus in Bethlehem. On Fridays and Saturdays through December 19. $5/adults. $4/kids under 12.

Through December 23Visits with SantaLevis Commons3201 Levis Commons Blvd., Perrysburg419-931-8888www.shopleviscommons.com

Come visit Santa and Mrs. Claus, but make sure you check the calendar on Levis Com-mons’ website because Santa has to be at his workshop in the North Pole on some days!

Through December 24Photos with SantaThe Shops at Fallen Timbers3100 Main St., Suite 1599, Maumee419-878-6255www.theshopsatfallentimbers.com

Santa is coming to town, and he is ready to hear your wish list! Capture the moment with a picture of your child and Santa. On Monday evenings from 6-9pm until December 14th, your pet can come visit Santa as well!

December 1–January 3Frostology:The Science of the SeasonTuesday–Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday Noon-5pmClosed Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s DayImagination Station1 Discovery Way, Toledo419-244-2674www.imaginationstationtoledo.org It might be freezing outside, but it is nice and toasty indoors as kids are invited to explore the science behind snow! Regular admission rates apply.

December 1-January 3North Pole ExpressFri-Sat 5-9pm, Sun 5-8pmNorthwest Ohio Railroad Preservation11600 County Road 99., Findlay419-423-2995www.nworrp.orgTake a trip on the North Pole Express! This steam train ride will take you through a fes-tive wonderland of holiday decorations and lights. Be sure to stop by the gift shop for fun stocking stuffers.

December 1-January 3Lights Before ChristmasSunday–Thursday 3-8pm, Friday and Saturday 3-9pmToledo Zoo2 Hippo Way, Toledo419-385-4040www.toledozoo.org

The zoo becomes a winter wonderland dur-ing this Toledo area classic event. Enjoy a visit to the Winter Village for treats and a visit with Santa. Experience a ride on the Ice Slide and witness the beauty of ice-carving. And of course, wish some of your favorite animals Happy Holidays! $13/ages 12-59, $10/seniors 60+ and children 2-11, Free/kids under 2.

Through January 2Horse-drawn Carriage RidesLevis Commons3201 Levis Commons Blvd., Perrysburg419-931-8888 www.shopleviscommons.com

Spend an evening on a horse-drawn carriage tour of the beautiful boule-vard. $5/person or $10/family. Rides from 5pm-8pm.

EventsSunday, December 1-2Toledo Symphony Orchestra:Handel’s MessiahDec 1st at 8pm/Dec 2nd at 2pmToledo Museum of Art Peristyle 2445 Monroe St., Toledo419-255-8000www.toledosymphony.comJoin the Toledo Symphony in conjunction with the UT and BGSU Choral Societies in this presentation of a holiday classic. Witness the beauty behind Handel’s master-piece. Tickets $25 and $30 December 4-6 and 11-13The Best Christmas Pageant EverFremont Community Theatre1551 Dickinson St., Fremont419-332-0695 www.fremontcommunitytheatre.org

The perfect show for kids, because it’s a show about kids! The story revolves around the Herdmans, who are also known as the worst kids in town. They are the last people a church wants in their Christmas pageant, so guess who gets all the roles? This comedy will leave the family laughing!

December 4The Polar Express Story Time7pmBarnes and Noble3100 Main St. #1400, Maumee 419-878-0652barnesandnoble.com In celebration of the 30th anniversary of The Polar Express, Barnes and Noble Fallen Timbers will be hosting a pajama party, so don’t forget your PJs!

December 4-6A Christmas CarolThe Valentine Theatre410 Adams St., Toledo419-242-3490www.valentinetheatre.comDon’t be a Scrooge! Come witness this holiday classic come to life as the Toledo Rep performs their annual production! A story that communicates the true meaning of Christmas. $27/adults, $22/seniors, $17/children 13 and under.

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Heralding the HolidaysFriday 5-9, Saturday 10-4, Sunday 12-4Toledo Botanical Garden5403 Elmer Dr. 419-536-5566www.toledogarden.orgGet some holiday shopping done while visit-ing the Botanical Gardens. Arts and crafters will have many unique gift ideas available for purchase. Free

December 5, 11, 12Holiday Lantern Tour4–8:30pmSauder Village22611 St. Rte 2, Archbold1-800-590-9755www.saudervillage.org

Bring a little history into your holiday plans. This holiday trolley tour will share les-sons about American Christmas Holiday Traditions throughout the years. The tour will stop at various homes for some hands-on learning and crafts. Pre-registration and pre-payment is required. Nonmembers: $13/adult, $7/children 3-16. Members: $11/adult, $6/children 3-16.

Saturday, December 5Home for the Holidays Parade4-6pmDowntown Perrysburgwww.downtownperrysburg.org/events/

‘Tis the season for parades, and the Perrysburg Home for the Holidays Parade is one you will not want to miss. Immediately following the parade will be the annual tree lighting ceremony.

Homesteading:A Pioneering Christmas 11am-3pmPearson Metropark4600 Starr Ave, Oregon419-407-9700metroparkstoledo.com

Calling pioneers of all ages, the Johlin Black Swamp Cabin is open to enjoy. Share in the holiday traditions of our Black Swamp ancestors. See how much home life has changed in the last 148 years. Free

Victorian Christmas atOak Grove School11amWildwood Preserve5100 W. Central Ave., Toledo419-407-9700www.metroparkstoledo.com

Get out of the chilly winter air and jump back into the past in a one room school house from 1893. Enjoy some cookies and punch while hearing about festive Christmas traditions from all over the world. Make an ornament to take home, and enjoy a visit with Santa.

International Tea &Gingerbread Party11:30-4:00pmLevis CommonsHilton Garden Innwww.shopleviscommons.com

Make a difference during the holiday sea-son by attending ISOH/IMPACT’s annual tea party. All proceeds go to Kids Against Hunger & Keeping Kids Kozy and Warm thru the Winter. The party includes decorat-ing gingerbread houses, desserts, delicious food, and fragrant teas.

December 5–December 13Holidays in the Manor House/Holiday Café and Craft Show10amWildwood Preserve5100 W. Central Ave., Toledo419-407-9700www.metroparkstoledo.com

Enjoy the beauty of the holiday decorated Manor House. Warm up with coffee, hot chocolate, cookies and popcorn. Handmade gifts are for sale from local craftsmen. Free

December 5 and 12Breakfast with Santa8:30am and 10amThe Shops at Fallen Timbers:Granite City3100 Main St., Suite 1599, Maumee419-740-7080www.theshopsatfallentimbers.com

Come join Santa for breakfast at Granite City! Tickets are $10 per person and will include a beverage and breakfast buffet. Music entertainment will be provided by Kerry Clark. Sunday, December 6Festival of Lights Parade 4-7pmDowntown Sylvaniacityofsylvania.com

Carriage Rides and Sing Along at Maple-wood Park and surrounding areas, followed by a parade at 5pm. The main event is a tree lighting ceremony with the arrival of Santa Claus. Free

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Monday, December 7Frozen Sing Along6:30-8:15Oregon Branch of the ToledoPublic Library3340 Dustin Rd., Oregon419-259-5250www.toledolibrary.orgThis favorite Disney movie is sure to be a friendly fun event. The little ones are wel-come to bring a blanket to sit up front by the screen.

Wednesday, December 921st Annual Walking in a Winter Wonderland6:30-8pmToledo Heights Branch of the Toledo Public Library423 Shasta Dr419-259-5220toledolibrary.org

Bring the whole family for an evening of holi-day fun with a craft and then participants will walk to the Highland Park Shelter House for songs, cookies and hot chocolate. Free

Wednesday, December 9Sweet Harmony HolidayPerformance7:00-7:45Sylvania Branch of the Toledo Public Library6749 Monroe St., Sylvania419-882-2089www.toledolibrary.org

Bring in the holidays with some seasonal songs! This all female a cappella ensemble is sure be a hit with all ages. Free

Thursday, December 10Jazz Holiday Concert7:00pmThe University of Toledo’s Center for Performing Arts – Recital Hall2801 W. Bancroft St., Toledo419-530-2452 www.utoledo.edu/comm-arts/music/ensem-bles/jazz_ensemble.html

Join UT jazz ensemble for a holiday perfor-mance! All you favorite holiday tunes. Come a little early for a free picture with Santa and Mrs. Claus!

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Come between 1 and 6 pm, and experience first century Bethlehem. Take in the sights, smells and sounds of the bustling marketplace, complete with authentic shops staffed with artisans and live animals.

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December 10-13 & 17-20Winter Wonderland6-8pm Thursday/Sunday and6-9 Friday/SaturdaySandusky County Fairgrounds901 Rawson Ave., Fremont419-332-5604www.sanduskycountyfair.com

Discover the beauty of a winter wonderland in your own backyard. Friday and Saturday offer the opportunity to walk through the fair grounds and enjoy horse rides, carolers, refreshments, crafts, and of course Santa! Thursday and Sunday are a drive thru only where drivers are welcome to come view the lights. Cost is $1 or a donation of a nonper-ishable food item.

December 11 –December 26Children’s Wonderland11am-8pmTam-O-Shanter7060 Sylvania Ave., Sylvania419-885-1167http://www.playsylvania.com

This Toledo classic event has been around for over 50 years. A truly beautiful look at the wonders of Christmas. An excellent fam-ily event with train rides, treats, interactive kid zones, and pictures with Santa!

Saturday, December 12Holiday Celebration at the Library4:30-5:30West Toledo Branch of the Toledo Public Library1320 W. Sylvania Ave., Toledo419-259-5290www.toledolibrary.org

Enjoy an afternoon of holiday stories, crafts, and a visit from Santa! Concluding the event is the tree lighting ceremony across the street in the park. All ages are invited! Indoor Family Movie NightMatineeDowntown Perrysburg Commodore School Building/Beck AuditoriumLouisiana Ave. at Indiana Ave., Perrysburg419-872-6246www.downtownperrysburg.org

Come in from the cold and enjoy a free holi-day family film with popcorn, refreshments, and pre-movie entertainment!

Saturday, December 12Jingle Bell Run 5K9amThe Shops at Fallen Timbers3100 Main St., Maumee614-503-5591emartin@arthritis.orgwww.theshopsatfallentimbers.com/events/jingle-bell-runwalk

Run fast and you’ll be warm! Be a part of the largest holiday 5K race series aimed to fight arthritis! Jingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis is a fun and festive way to kick off your holidays by helping others. Voted one of the Most Incredible Themed Races, whether run-ning or walking, all are encouraged to wear holiday themed attire – some even tie jingle bells to their shoelaces. Saturday, December 12Santa Claus is Coming tothe Library!2:30-3:30pmHolland Branch of the Toledo Public Library1032 S. McCord Rd., Holland419-259-5240 www.toledopubliclibrary.orgJoin Santa and the librarians for story time. Kids will also be able to make a holiday craft and enjoy treats!

December 12 & 13The NutcrackerSaturday 2&7pm, Sunday 2pmStranahan Theater4645 Heatherdowns Blvd., Toledo419-381-8851www.stranahantheater.org Take your family to see the longest running annual performance of The Nutcracker in the country. A classic ballet that is sure to spark the spirit of the holidays in audiences of all ages. Tickets range from $25-$55.


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Friday, December 18Silver Screen Classic FilmSeries: It’s a Wonderful Life7:30pmThe Valentine Theatre410 Adams St., Toledo419-242-3490www.valentinetheatre.com

One of the most famous holiday films will be back on the big screen for one night only! Treat your family to the joy of the heart-warming film It’s a Wonderful Life, a 1946 classic that shows the true meaning behind Christmas.

December 18-20A Magical ChristmasFremont Community Theatre1551 Dickinson St., Fremont419-332-0695 www.fremontcommunitytheatre.org

Fremont Community Theatre presents original script written and featuring magi-cian Floyd Collins. This seemingly normal magic show gets turned around when one of Santa’s elves appears trying to find Christmas magic. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students/seniors.

December 26-31Sleigh Rides1-4pmRutherford B Hayes Presidential Center1 Spiegel Grove, Fremont419-332-2081www.rbhayes.org

Enhance your holiday season with a relax-ing ride through wintry snow at the historic Rutherford B Hayes Presidential Center. $3/rider.

December 20–January 4Toledo Walleye WinterfestFifth Third Field /Huntington Center406 Washington St., Toledo419-725-9255www.toledowalleye.com

Watch the Walleye play at Huntington Center, (no outdoor rink this year) along with adult/child hockey clinics, open skating time, Holy Toledo Night, Spike’s Birthday Bash, Superhero and Villain Night and the Winterfest Youth Hockey Tournament.

Thursday, December 31Noon Year’s Eve11am-1pmToledo Zoo2 Hippo Way, Toledo419-385-4040www.toledozoo.org

Ring in the New Year a little early! Perfect for the young ones who want to celebrate the holiday without having to stay up super late. This family event will include watching the ball rise at noon, an apple juice toast, races down the ice slide, ice carving, and crafts.

Sunday, December 13CoCA Holiday Concert3:00pmUniversity of Toledo: University Hall’s Doermann Theater2801 W. Bancroft St., Toledo419-530-2452www.utoledo.Tix.com

The University of Toledo’s College of Communication and the Arts will host their annual holiday concert which features many performing music ensembles and perfor-mances by the theater students. Fun for the whole family!

Sunday, December 13Holiday Open House 1-4pmFort Meigs29100 W. River Rd., Perrysburg419-874-4121www.fortmeigs.org

Fort Meigs will be hosting a celebration of the holidays in their Visitor Center. Come ready to watch demonstrations and have all your questions answered about the War of 1812. Holiday music, snacks, and activities will also be available. The site will be open from noon-5pm and the open house hours will be from 1-4pm.

Sunday, December 13Hanukkah Palooza 201511:30pmCongregation B’nai Israel6525 Sylvania Ave., SylvaniaRSVP at [email protected] or 419-724-0362

Celebrate Hanukkah with the whole commu-nity at this free and fun event! There will be face painting, a photo booth, DJ, dancers, a glow in the dark dance party, potato and salad bars, and much more! Please bring paper products to donate to the Jewish Family Service Food Pantry.

Sunday, December 14Winter Festival of Crafts10am-4pmFranciscan Center at Lourdes University6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania419-841-1593www.lourdes.edu/home/aboutlourdes/fran-ciscancenter.aspx

This holiday art and craft show is the perfect opportunity to pick up last minute Christmas gifts, or decorations for your home. Crafts are all made by local artists.

Tuesday, December 15Frozen Fest4-5pmLagrange Branch of the Toledo Public Library3422 Lagrange St., Toledo419-259-5280www.toledopubliclibrary.orgFun for teens! Grades 6-12 are invited to enjoy treats and holiday crafts.

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The Liber Family ara Liber’s family celebrates two holidays at this time of year. At Christmas, Sara’s mom (who is Catholic) takes them to Sara’s grandmother’s house to celebrate the Christian holiday with a special dinner, Christmas tree, and the exchange of gifts. But Sara and her brother were brought up in a Jewish home, so they also celebrate Hanukkah with extended family on their

father’s side. The family attends services at the Temple, enjoying the prayers and fellowship there, then return home for a traditional dinner.

“My mom prepares the beef brisket from a family recipe,” Sara explains, “and we have the Challah bread that the rabbi delivers to us. My cousin and I are old enough now to make the latkes (potato pancakes) and I make the dessert, a rainbow jello with 10 layers of different colored jello. The young people drink apple juice while the adults have wine.”

She continues, “Sometimes we have Hanukkah music playing in the house, but we are all too old to play with the dreidels (spinning tops) now. We do receive gifts. Last year, my brother and I received holders for the shawls we wore at our Bar and Bat Mitzvahs. If the two holidays over-lap on the calendar, we celebrate both at a combination celebration, and we add a party for my brother’s birthday in early December for lots of family time.”

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abrina Geronimo-Holliday and her two children will celebrate the Christmas season with a nod to their Hispanic heritage. She and 8-month old daughter Acelia will be in the audience at Immaculate Conception Church when her 7-year-old son Ben appears in the

Christmas program for Queen of Apostles School.

Sabrina and her sisters and their families will meet at her grandmoth-er’s house on Christmas Eve, each bringing homemade cookies to enjoy while grandma oversees the making of tamales (each batch takes about four hours to prepare!). They will attend Mass, then return to open gifts.

On Christmas morning, the family will meet at Sabrina’s aunt’s house for another big dinner (ham or turkey with all the fixings) with a special pico de gallo salad made of cilantro, avocado, onions, and peppers marinated in lemon juice. Santa may make an appearance and while the kids are vis-iting with him and opening gifts, the adults are playing a “White Elephant” game. Each adult brings an inexpensive (sometimes a gag gift) wrapped gift and draws a number to see which other wrapped gift he or she has won.

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“Each day, we focus on a principle,” she said. “We examine our own lives in light of those principles—kind of a self-assessment. The principles give us the opportunity to learn about our people who came before us, and to think about what our own purpose for living might be, as well as ways to fulfill that purpose in the best way possible. We ask ourselves, ‘What have I done in the last year to be part of the unity we all seek?” The Kwanzaa celebration begins with the playing of drums and the lighting of the first of seven candles on the Ki-nara. The center candle is black and stands for unity of family, commu-nity, nation, and race. The other six candles (three red and three green) stand for the other six principles of Kwanzaa: self-determination, collec-tive work and responsibility, collec-tive economics, purpose, creativity and faith. One candle is lit on each successive night.

Guests wear African attire and all enjoy a special meal. “Think African foods,” Gordon notes, “such as curried chicken, rice and beans, and yams. Our tables are decorated with ears of corn, to represent our children, and there are fruits and spic-es that add to the meal.” There may be dancing and other music, as well as pub-lic speakers, and the exchange of Happy Kwanzaa cards and good wishes.

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“It’s the ‘Country Day’ part of our name that might make people think that all of our students are exceptionally bright or very well-to-do. But those views are outdated and don’t really apply to our stu-dents. We have students of all abilities and income levels in a program that is centered on them, making it possible for them to be their own unique individual selves.”

That’s the view of the new leader of the Middle School at Maumee Valley Country Day School. Terri Wallace started her new job July 1, and is getting acquainted with the students, parents, and teachers at Northwest Ohio’s only accredited, co-educational, non-sectarian, independent school. She has found the job to be as rewarding as she had hoped and the stu-dents to be much like the ones she taught at Orchard School in Indianapolis before coming to Toledo.

“Our students are like all 13- and 14-year-olds,” she explains. “They want to

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have some independence, but they know they still need some guidance. They are wondering if they have to share all of their parents’ beliefs, and they want to know if it is okay to think differently from their friends. They really are try-ing to find out who they are, and we are here to help them learn to be advo-cates for themselves.”

Wallace has been impressed by the curriculum, which includes plen-ty of experiential learning. She cites the “Intensives” program that gives the students the opportunity to put aside the regular school class schedule and exam-ine a topic intensely. The fall program focused on Identity, and middle school teachers used sources from many disci-plines to present the topic. She surprised her students by enrolling with them in the American Sign Language class, and appreciates that the inclusion of fine arts courses (speech, art, drama, and dance) help develop well-rounded students.

“We are lucky to have resources to help us, and parents appreciate that we can invite community leaders to talk with the students,” she notes. “We don’t teach to any tests, and our teacher-student ratio is low, so students of all abilities get the help they need. When I visit classrooms, I see the teachers use a variety of techniques and methods to reach the students in ways that go beyond just lecturing. Our students

really are full of curiosity and wonder, so it is easy to include a global perspective in our cur-riculum.”

Wallace is a Texas native and describes herself as a “Southerner.” She loves to cook and salsa dance, and reports that she and her two daughters, both students at MVCDS, are enjoying family activities around the area as they become familiar with their new hometown. She has a B.A. in English (with minors in Spanish and PR) from Dillard University, and an MA in English from the University of Vermont. She has 13 years of teaching experience in grades 7-12, and was the co-chair of the National Association of Independent School (NAIS) People of Color Conference.

MVCDS officials are pleased to wel-come Wallace to Toledo. “Terri Wallace stood out during our hiring process as

the most dynamic and highly qualified individual for the job,” said Head of School Gary Boehm. “With experience at both the college and Middle School levels, Ms. Wallace will be a strong addition to our already outstanding Middle School fac-ulty.”


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Macs N’ MeltsGourmet Macaroni & Grilled CheeseWestgate Village3330 W. Central Ave.Toledo, OH 43606419-214-082011am-10pm-Everyday

A recent article in the LA Times ref-erenced a study published by the US National Library of Medicine. The study examined the factors that make some foods seem so addictive. The bottom line? After all these years of proclaiming my addiction to cheese, I can honestly now say, it’s a real addiction. I didn’t make it up. Though my children don’t reach for the cheese as often as I do, we all share an insatiable craving for macaroni and cheese. We love a good grilled cheese sandwich, too.Think outside the (Kraft) box

Anyone who says they aren’t a fan of macaroni and cheese should step beyond the boxed Kraft and Velveeta. Toledo has restaurants that specialize in gourmet grilled cheese, and also grilled cheese and soup, but at Macs N’ Melts it’s all about the macaroni and cheese and the grilled

cheese! Glorious cheese!At Macs N’ Melts it’s all

about the cheeseby Karen L. Zickes

Bottom Line: Succumb to your cravings and delve into freshly made comfort food, exactly how you like it. Macs N’ Melts lets you be as creative as you like with your mac-n-cheese and grilled cheese, or try one of their delicious combinations that are already proven favorites. Cheese is always sure to please!

The Short CourseKid-friendly:Yesto avoid wait: AnytimeNoise level: ModerateBathroom amenities: No changing stationsHigh chairs? YesGot milk? Yes, Horizon organic milk and Honest JuiceKids’ menu? YesFood allergy concerns? Food is pre-pared right in front of you at time of order. Be sure to make the employees aware of any allergies so precautions can be made during prep

cheese. Macs N’ Melts is the concept developed by local entrepreneur Robert Croak. The fast casual restaurant opened in Toledo last summer and the Perrysburg location opened in the fall.

The ooey gooey mac-n-cheese and sandwiches are made with top quality ingredients using breads and cheeses from local artisan vendors as well as local produce. But what really struck me was the fact that they donate 5 percent of every sale to local charitable organi-zations. So we enjoy fresh comfort food while we support the community where we live. What a concept! Keep calm and eat cheese

That phrase is on one of many signs that hang inside the restaurant. I also loved the one that states the second defi-nition of cheese simply as ‘the greatest

substance ever known to man.’ The res-taurant is extremely casual with a color scheme of bright yellow, grey, and black. High table tops of shellacked plywood have metal legs and the backless metal stools are bright yellow. I’m guessing some folks may not care for the backless stools, but my kids loved the interior. My daughter called it “hipster like,” if that means anything to some of you with teenagers.

The concept is simple. You walk up to the counter to order and choose from the delectable combinations they have listed on the menu or you can start with your protein, your choice of cheese, etc. and build your own macaroni and cheese or sandwich. Everything is made fresh in front of you. Admittedly at first glance I thought the containers didn’t appear to be generous in size for the macaroni and cheese. Then I watched them stuff them to the top. Don’t let the size of the container deceive you.Something for everyone, including vegan and dairy freeThe kids and I decided to order two types of macaroni and cheese, and two sandwiches. I apologize now to anyone who witnessed our vulture-like behavior. Before I could equally distribute the food, forks were flying and they couldn’t wait to dig in. We chose the Southwest and BLT macs. With chorizo, chipotle peppers, cilantro, jack cheese and queso menonita the Southwest was a crowd pleaser. The milder BLT with bacon, baby leeks, oven roasted tomatoes and two kinds of cheese was also a great option. But is there really ever a bad option with mac-n-cheese?

The Dagwood sandwich with balsamic onion jam, tomato and ham on sour-dough is a favorite, we were told, and we loved it as well. The Blue Buffalo, filled with chicken, buffalo aioli, blue cheese and baby kale was another house favor-ite. Don’t worry if you are vegan or can-not eat dairy. There is vegan pasta on the menu as well as a dairy free grilled cheese that is made with Daiya cheddar cheese. Soups, craft sodas, and delectable treats from Wixey Bakery are also available. If the options sound a little too “grown up” for your little ones’ taste buds, the kids menu offers a half grilled cheese or half grilled peanut butter and jelly along with a side of classic macaroni and cheese and organic milk or juice for only $3.95.

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A bird? A plane? A Globetrotter!Sunday, 12.27 / Huntington Center

The Harlem Globetrotters are returning their slam dunking theatrics to Toledo for their 90th Anniversary Tour. This group of athletes has made television appear-ances and converted 360 dunks for nearly an entire century, and they are making sure to stop by Toledo on this historic run. The Globetrotters’ patented tunes and dribbling exhibitions are poetry in motion, is fueled by getting some love from the crowd. The louder you cheer, the crazier they dunk! Half-court shots, behind the back passes, and autographs from the stars, will make you question whether you’re at a basketball game or a circus. Truthfully, it’s a bit of both! 3pm Sunday, December 27. $22-336. Huntington Center, 500 Jefferson Ave. 419-255-3300. huntingtoncentertoledo.com —ACG

1 TUESDAY

Frostology: The Science of the Season - The weather outside is fright-ful, but our science is so delightful. Frostology will explore the slippery sci-ence of snow, make engineers out of elves and create masterpieces from paper with holiday-themed activities and demonstra-tions. Through January 3. 10am-5pm. Imagination Station, 1 Discovery Way. 419-244-2674. imaginationstationtoledo.org. Free

Become a “sketch-er”! - Gear up for The Toledo Museum of Art’s upcoming three-day exhibition “Out of the Box” and sketch a sneaker or a shoe. Activities at the Family Center are designed for children 10 years of age and younger accompanied by an adult. 10am-3pm. Toledo Museum of Art Family Center, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free

3 THURSDAY

Ice-carving Demonstrations - Add some artistic coolness to your Lights visit with an ice-carving demonstration. Thursdays, December 3, 10, 17. 6pm. Free/children under 2, $12/kids and seniors, $15/adults. Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way. 419-385-4040. toledozoo.org

Disney on Ice: Dare to Dream Nothing can stop a princess from a cel-ebration of royal proportions as Disney on Ice Presents Dare to Dream Presented by Stonyfield YoKids Organic Productions. Join your hosts Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse for a princess packed adventure. Through December 6. 7pm Thursday & Friday, 11am, 3pm & 7pm Saturday, 1pm & 5pm Sunday. $29-173. Huntington Center, 500 Jefferson Ave. 419-255-330. huntingtoncentertoledo.com

4 FRIDAY

Family Movie Night - Enjoy a screen-ing of the family favorite animated film, Frozen. Also, don’t miss your chance to visit the Snow Queen at her photo booth. Limited seating available. 7pm. Calvary Church, 1360 Conant St. 419-893-2171. toledocalvary.org Free

Santa’s Secret Star - An updated fulldome version of the planetarium’s clas-sic children’s program by the same name. Follow along as Rudolph introduces Santa to the constellations. Learn to navigate by the stars, just like Santa. Friday & Saturday through December 18. 7:30pm Friday, 1pm Saturday. $7/adults, $5/children and seniors, free/children under 4. Ritter Planetarium, 2855 W. Bancroft St. 419-530-2650 utoledo.edu

5 SATURDAY

Crafting Wishes for Make-A-Wish In addition to several crafters/vendors there will be raffles, live musical performances, children’s activity area, live art demonstra-tions by Sunshine Studio, lunch by Deets BBQ, fair food, free balloons and goody bags to the first 100, picture with Santa, chair massages for donation, hair salon services and refreshments. 10am-4pm. Lucas Co. Rec Center, 2901 Key St., Rec Hall #1, Maumee. 419-494-5247. Email [email protected] Free

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attendance limits. Calling ahead for confirmation is recommended.

KISS FM and The River Toy-a-Thon for Salvation Army - Make the holi-days memorable for someone in need by donating new, unwrapped toys, or pro-viding monetary donations, during our Salvation Army Toy-a-Thon on the Food Court Stage. 10am-6pm. Donations accept-ed. Franklin Park Mall, 5001 Monroe St. 419-473-3317. shoppingfranklinparkmall.com

7 MONDAY

Frozen Sing Along - Be part of the story as the library presents the sing-along ver-sion of Disney’s latest icy favorite, Frozen. 6:30-8:15pm. Oregon Branch Library, 3340 Dustin Rd., Oregon. 419-259-5250. toledolibrary.org Free

Winter Wonderland - Warm up with snowman-approved games, crafts, and snacks. Look for a surprise visit from Santa! All ages welcome to this family program; preschoolers must be accompanied by an adult. 6-7:30pm. Heatherdowns Branch, 3265 Glanzman Rd. 419-259-5270. toledolibrary.org Free

8 TUESDAY

Super Science: A Journey Into Space Join former NASA Education Specialist, Reed Steele, as he leads a space adventure through the universe using experiments, demonstrations, and hands-on audience participation activities. Register online. 6:30-7:30pm. Waterville Branch Library, 800 Michigan Ave., Waterville. 419-878-3055. watervillelibrary.org Free

Family Center Activities: Sneaker art! - Celebrate the opening of the new exhibition and create your own version of sneaker art. For children 10 and younger with an adult. Through December 10. 10am-3pm. Toledo Museum of Art Family Center, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free

10 THURSDAY

Holiday Surprises With Joyce Davis - Come to the library for a holiday puppet show with perennial favorite pup-peteer, Joyce Davis. Registration required. 10-11am. Maumee Branch Library, 501 River Rd., Maumee. 419-259-5360. toledolibrary.org Free

12 SATURDAY

Jingle Bell Run/Walk 5k and Snowflake Run - Chosen as one of the Most Incredible Themed Races, Jingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis is a fun and festive way to kick off your holidays by helping others! Raise funds to help find a cure for arthritis, the nation’s leading cause of disability. 8-11am. $12-35. The Shops at Fallen Timbers, 3100 Main Street, Maumee. 614-503-5591. jbr.org/toledo

13 SUNDAY

Family Center Activities: Theatrical Creations! - Create a mini stage along with puppets that move and dance! For ages 10 and younger with an adult. Noon-5pm. Toledo Museum of Art Family Center, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free

Holiday Open House at Fort Meigs War of 1812 soldiers and civilians will be on hand to provide demonstrations and answer questions while visitors enjoy holi-day music, refreshments, hands-on activi-ties and shopping at the museum store. Noon-5pm. $4/students, $7/seniors, $8/adults. Fort Meigs, 29100 W. River Rd., Perrysburg. 410-874-4121. fortmeigs.org

16 WEDNESDAY

Toddler Art Class - Work together to create themed art using different materi-als, tools, and textures to explore the wonderful world of art! Space is limited to 12 little artists. Registration required. 10am. Lullaby Lane, 3100 Main St #735, Maumee. 419-878-0127. facebook.com/LullabyLaneBabyBoutique Free

Library Play Date with a Special Guest: A Brass Quintet! - Take a break from the hustle and bustle of the holiday season to enjoy music from a special guest: The Toledo Symphony Orchestra’s Brass Quintet. 10-11am. Sanger Branch Library, 3030 W Central Ave. 419-259-5370. toledolibrary.org Free

18 FRIDAY

Crazy Cool Art Class: Minion - Your child will have a blast creating a unique painting and enjoy inflatable play. Register online. 6-8pm. $25. Hero’s Toledo, 9851 Meridian Ct., Rossford. 419-873-9400. herostoledo.com

19 SATURDAY

8th Annual Rudolph 5K Run and Walk - This festive event will run through-out the beautiful cityscapes that Rossford has to offer and will start and end at the Rossford Recreation Center. The event will also feature a 1K kids’ fun run that starts half an hour before race time. Prizes will be awarded for the fastest overall, male and female, and masters (40+) male and female. Additional prizes will be awarded to the fastest three runners of each gender in each age group as well as the best costume overall. Registration required. 7am/on site registration begins, 9am/5K, 8:30/1K fun run. Prices vary. 419-666-2905. rossfordrecreation.com

27 SUNDAY

Family Center Activities: Out of the “Tulle” Box! - Get inspired by the exhibi-tions “Out of the Box” and “Degas and the Dance” and join us as we experiment with texture and tulle fabric. For ages 10 and younger with an adult. Noon-5pm. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free

28 MONDAY

Meet Special Guests at the Imagination Station - The Imagination Station will be open, and is excited to announce that the Winter Sisters will be coming to the Imagination Station for some fun. Experience live performances and receive personalized autograph pages for each child! Noon-4pm. Imagination Station, 1 Discovery Way. 419-244-2674. imaginationstationtoledo.org. Free

31 THURSDAY

Noon Year’s Eve - Ring in the new year at the stroke of... noon! Kids and families start the New Year a little early by build-ing party hats and noise makers, choosing a reZOOlution and gathering for the big countdown at noon. Don’t miss the fun! 11am-1pm. $12/children and seniors, $15/adults. Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way. 419-385-4040. toledozoo.org

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DailyLights Before Christmas, The Toledo Zoo’s holiday tradition is a treat for all ages, with over a million lights, animated displays, Santa, an ice slide and more. Visit website for times and prices. Through January 3. Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way. 419-385-4040. toledozoo.org

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Tuesday-SundayMythbusters, Apply the scientific method to uncover the truth behind popular myths. Based on the real-life operations room of the MythBusters iconic set, this exhibition is filled with gadgets, props, video and blueprints used by the hosts to explore myths on the show. Tuesdays-Sunday through January 10. Imagination Station, 1 Discovery Way. 419-244-2674. imaginationstationtoledo.org

ThursdaysMothers’ Center of Greater Toledo, Mothers meet for fun, food and friendship with the Mothers’ Center of Greater Toledo. Reliable and safe childcare provided. The group is not affiliated with the church. 9:45-11:15am. McCord Road Christian Church, 4765 N. McCord Rd., Sylvania. motherscenter.net


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According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, alcohol is the substance most frequently abused by teens, and its use leads to the most injuries and deaths from accidents, homicides, and suicides among teens. With the holidays approaching, family parties are abundant. Most of these parties will have alcohol, and in the comfort of family and friends we may be tempted to give our children their first sip of alcohol. Turns out this could be a major mistake for your child’s future. Adults age 21 or older who started using alcohol before age 15 were almost 6 times as likely to have alcohol dependence or abuse than adults who first used alcohol at age 21. Children begin to have a positive outlook on alcohol as young as age 9, especially if their parents are drinkers. Most children look up to their parents and want to emulate them, so talking to your children early about alcohol is extremely important!

Everyone is doing it isn’t true. Although it is legal to supervise your own under-aged child while they consume alcohol, it can be detrimental to your child’s future healthy habits. There is a good reason why the drinking age was moved from 18 to 21, a young person’s brain on average does not stop developing until age 25. The earlier the brain is introduced to alcohol, the more time it has to damage the brain. Most parents think their child will be exposed to underage drinking eventually, so exposing them to it under supervision is better, but in reality

Just a Sip for the HolidaysIs it safe?

most teens are not regular drinkers. In a national survey of 500,000 students, 70% of youths aged 12 to 20 haven’t had a drink in the last month. Therefore, the moniker that “everyone is doing it” does not hold true. The earlier we talk to our children about the dangers of underage drinking and the effects it can have on a developing body and decision making the more beneficial it will be.

Studies show... Several studies have found that parents who are authoritative in communicating expectations with a give and take style with their children are more effective at keeping their children from alcohol abuse than those who are authoritar-ian, permissive, or disengaged. Don’t be afraid to have an actual conversation about alcohol and the effects it can have. See what your children have to say about it and what they know. Are they aware that it is one of the leading causes of unplanned pregnancy and domestic abuse? Do they understand that it hinders the decision making process and negatively effects a developing brain and body? This holiday season, instead of offering a sip, offer up some advice on why it might not be the best idea for your child’s future. Happy Holidays!

Eric Dale, Prevention Specialist

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Toledo Parent December 2015