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December 13 — January 9, 2022 Time-Sensitive Material Vol. 26, No. 18 • sylvaniaadvantage.com PRSRT STD U.S. Postage PAID Sylvania, OH 43560 Permit No. 8 YOUR HOMETOWN GOOD NEWS PAPER Congratulations to the Sylvania Chamber of Commerce Ugly Sweater contest winners! L–R: Heather Savage, Michael Lyman and Crystal Jordan. TOLEDO AREA ANNOUNCES 60 STRONG WANDERING WONDERFUL WONDERLAND Jim Carr is 60 Strong! Children’s Wonderland Two Sylvanians The annual holiday are featured in the display has Toledo area 2022 surprises around calendar. every corner. P 3A P 8B

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MID DECEMBER 2021 • SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM 3A Alex Parquette and Sally Micsko Murray the Monster is back on Main Street Sally Micsko and Alex Parquette, will be signing copies of their book, “Murray the Monster,” in front of Hip to the Groove, 5665 Main St., in downtown Sylvania on Saturday, Dec. 18 beginning at 11 am. Friends since preschool and 2016 Southview graduates, the two took advan- tage of COVID-19 by writing the book they had dreamed of in the fifth grade. “The book addresses the issue of self image. Throughout the story Murray learns how important different body parts are, regard- lesss of how he thinks they look,” Parquette explained. “We wanted to bring Murray back for those who are looking for a meaningful last minute Christmas gift,” Micsko added. Section A INSIDE Section B Music & Events 4-5 Food, Sizzle 2-3 Sylvania Then & Now 6 Sylvania Government 7 Looking Sideways 5 The Mouse Trap 8 Downtown News 10-13 Keeler’s Korners 6-7 Business 14-16 Schools 17-18 Community 8-9 Sports 19 Holiday Magic 10-14 Business Cards 15 Lives Remembered 16-17 Real Estate 18 L-R: Numerous volunteers, including Torri Daggett and Tonya, Faith, and Patti Classifieds/Help Wanted 19 Semler, prepare for guests to enjoy the festive Children’s Wonderland. —by Mary Helen Darah The Tradition Returns 5657 N. Main St., Suite 1, Sylvania, Ohio 43560 Telephone: 419-824-0100. Facsimile: 419-824-0112 Children’s Wonderland opens Email: [email protected] Children’s Wonderland returns to Tam-O- new selfie wall. Guests are invited to hunt for PUBLISHER PHOTOGRAPHY Shanter’s Sports & Exhibition Center, and will new additions including Mickey Mouse, a polar Suzanne Crawford be open through Dec. 24. Hours are 11 am to bear, and others amid the displays. AdVantage Communications, LLC John Crisman, AssetWare Photography 8 pm daily and 11 am to 2 pm on Christmas FOUNDER & PUBLISHER EMERITUS Eve. The ever-popular train will again take chil- PRODUCTION ASSISTANTS dren for a ride around Santa’s Workshop. Sharon Lange This 58-year holiday tradition features a Emily Sullivan, Susan Utterback kids’ interactive zone with an area for writing Best of all, there will be an opportunity to EDITORS letters to Santa, putt-putt golf, and more. take pictures with Santa. Mary Helen Darah, Jennifer Alexander Ruple ADVERTISING REPRESENTATIVES Dozens of classic exhibits will be on display Admission this year is adults $8, children 2 COPY EDITORS Suzanne Crawford, Molly Finn, along with many new features. This year the and older $6, seniors $6, and children under 2 Molly O’Shea layout will have a different look. The ceiling are free. Children’s admission includes the Kids Sarah Groves, Bobbie Ziviski drapes, installed in 2019, will once again be Zone and unlimited train rides. CONTRIBUTING WRITERS provided by Mager Designs in addition to a GRAPHICS/PRODUCTION DIRECTOR Jerry Arkebauer, Tom Cole, Gayleen Gindy, Visit childrenswonderland.org for more in- formation. Penny Collins Mike Jones, Mark Luetke, Craig Stough, Janis Weber Views expressed by contributing writers do not necessarily reflect those of the publisher or staff. Blissfield Model Railroad Club Wherever life takes you, to host open house we’re there. Blissfield Model Railroad Club will be open with regular open house events on Saturday Bernie Heinl and Sunday, Dec. 18-19. Hours are from 10 7110 W. CENTRAL AVE., STE. D a.m. to 3 p.m. Visitors are welcome at any time Toledo, OH 43617 during these hours and no reservations are 419-841-9036 needed. Products underwritten by Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company and A liated Companies. Home O ce: Admission is free at all events. Donations Columbus, OH 43215. Nationwide and the Nationwide N and Eagle are service marks of Nationwide Mutual to the layout maintenance fund are encour- Insurance Company. ©2020 Nationwide CPC-0609AO (1/19) 12062912 aged and appreciated. Several trains of various railroads will be operating, including the Canadian Pacific Holiday Train, which is completely decorated with Christmas lights.

4A SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE • MID DECEMBER 2021 MUSIC IN & AROUND SYLVANIA December 13 December 23 6:30pm January 14 Devyn Mitchell at Te’kela, Monte & Scott at Sundown Karaoke at Bier Stube Sweet Tea Band at Bier Stube 6-9pm Cantina, 6:30pm January 1 January 15 December 16 December 24 Chris Shutters Band at Bier Riptide at Bier Stube H-Factor Live Jazz Series and Mike Coulter and Sons at Karaoke at Bier Stube Stube SOUND PROOF BAND at Fran- Sundown Cantina, 7pm December 25 Pop’s Garage at Jed’s, ciscan Center of Lourdes University, 7-11pm December 17 Karaoke at Bier Stube 8pm-12am Tell us about Kyle White at Mancy’s Italian December 27 January 6 your music event! Grill, 6:30pm Ella Cole + John Barile at Skittle Bots at MyWay Bistro 7- Email The 25’s at Bier Stube Te’kela, 5:30-8:30pm 10pm [email protected] Katie & Jordan at MyWay Bistro, December 29 January 7 7-10pm Abbigale at Te’kela, 5:30-8:30pm Rukus at Bier Stube December 18 Renegade Lemonade at December 31 Distant Cousinz at Bier Stube MyWay Bistro, 8-11pm Toledo Jazz Orchestra featur- Elixir at Mancy’s Italian Grill, ing Cheryl Wilson at the Valen- January 8 tine Theatre, 8pm Out Of The Blue at Bier Stube Sylvania singer releases second song available on streaming services “Go Through the Motions,” is Sylvania “This has always been my dream,” Cole re- audition. “Wendy told my mom and me that tique during the First Friday Art Walk in the singer, songwriter Ella Cole’s newest tune. Her flected. “Writing songs and singing is all I have the producer said ‘You did it again!’ after view- Red Bird Art District, at the Sylvania Farmers second single was released on Dec. 1 on the ever wanted to do.” ing my video,” Cole smiled. Market as well as at local restaurants through- Watersound Entertainment label. The new out the area. song is available to be added to playlists and The road leading to the song’s release began Hendricks has mentored such local stars as streamed on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon nearly two years ago when her performance at Katie Holmes, Alyson Stoner, Josie Parker, “Throughout this whole process, there is one Music, iTunes, Tidal, and Deezer. the International Modeling & Talent Associa- Olivia Stuck, Tanner Buchanan, Morgan thing I’ve learned ... stick to the fight when tion audition held in Los Angeles resulted in a Phillips and many others. you’re hardest hit. It’s when things seem the Cole, aka 2020 Northview graduate Isabella first place finish in the singer/song writer cate- worst that you must not quit!” Cole empha- Litzer, released her first single, “If You Don’t gory. She captured the attention of DeGrazio As Cole edges closer to realizing her dream sized. Want to Talk,” last July on the same label. Both who offered her the opportunity to perform for of writing songs and singing professionally, her releases were produced by DOVE-award and Watersound Entertainment. mother, Lori Litzer, recalls her daughter at age “And, be sure to follow, like, add to your play two-time ASCAP-award-winning singer, song- 4 saying she really didn’t want to play soccer, list and stream Ella Cole Music on any of your writer, and executive producer John DeGrazio Cole credits this big break to Wendi Davis she just wanted to sing. And that she did, start- favorite platforms,” Hendricks encouraged. and his wife, Jackie, of Watersound Entertain- Hendricks of Starbound Talent who shared ing with the Jean Holden Singers. She also per- ment. Cole’s performance video with a New York pro- forms locally with John Barile and has been a “Thank you to everyone who has supported ducer, prompting the invitation to the IMTA frequent vocalist at Hip to the Groove Bou- me this far. This is just the beginning!” Cole ex- claimed. Beyond Clint D. Keifer, Au.D., a “new normal”: Doctor of Audiology, examines a patient A new era of hearing healthcare. 3780 King Rd. 2C ■ Toledo, OH 43617 Ella Cole performs her new release at Hip to the Groove 419.327.2273 GLAudiology.com You’ll love seeing your ad here – become a sponsor of this page! For more details email [email protected] or call 419-824-0100

MID DECEMBER 2021 • SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM 5A MID DECEMBER 2021 EVENTS Post your event on the Sylvania AdVantage calendar – send information to [email protected] SUN MON TUES WED THURS FRI SAT 14 16 17 18 Ceremonial Plac- 12 Winter Festival of 13 China Painting, American Sign 15 Virtual Dungeons & A Christmas Carol: A ing of the Wreaths, Crafts, Franciscan Center Language Basics, King Ceramics, Sylvania Dragons Club, Toledo Live Radio Play, The Sylvania Senior Center, Toledo Memorial Park, at Lourdes University, 9am-12pm weekly Road Library, 6-7pm, Senior Center, 9-11am Library Online Program, Village Players Theatre, 12pm 10am-4pm, more on 3A Nerd Herd teen gaming register online Online Nonfiction 4-6pm 8pm, more on 11B It’s a Wonderful Life: A Holiday Bonfire and group, Washington Book Group, Toledo Live Radio Play, The Vil- Caroling, Olander Park, Branch Library, 3:30-5pm, Library Online Program, 24 lage Players Theatre, 8pm 6-8pm, more on 2A weekly 10-11am, register online Children’s Wonder- Blissfield Model Rail- It’s a Wonderful Life: A Children’s Wonder- Kingston Food Truck land, Sylvania Exhibition road Club open house, Live Radio Play, The Vil- land, Sylvania Exhibition Fundraiser, 4121 King Blissfield, MI, 10am-3pm, lage Players Theatre, 2pm, Center, 11am-8pm, daily Road, Sylvania. 10:30 am- Center, 11am-2pm, more more on 3A more on 11B through December 23, 2:30 pm on 3A Family Frolics, Secor A Christmas Story, more on 3A Metropark, 10-11am, adults Croswell Opera House, Sylvania AdVantage $3, children are free, more 2:30pm, more on 11B Delivery at metroparkstoledo.com 19 20 21 22 23 25 Virtual Teen Leader- A Christmas Carol: A Bingo, Sylvania Senior ship Council, Toledo Ceramics, Sylvania Live Radio Play, The Center, 1-3pm Senior Center, 9-11am Village Players Theatre, Nerd Herd teen gaming Library Online Program, Online Romance Book 2pm group, Washington 4:30-5:30pm, register Group, Toledo Library Blissfield Model Rail- Branch Library, 3:30-5pm, online Online Program, 10-11am, road Club open house, weekly register online Blissfield, MI, 10am-3pm, Virtual Woke Reads more on 3A Teen Book Group, Toledo Library Online Program, 4-5pm, register online 26 27 28 29 30 31 JAN 1 Blizzard in a Bottle Art Studio Group, Ceramics, Sylvania HAPPY kids craft, Washington Sylvania Senior Center, Senior Center, 9-11am NEW Branch Library, 3:30-4pm 9-11am, $6 at the door Nerd Herd teen gaming Black Lives Matter YEAR! group, Washington Book Group, Toledo Branch Library, 3:30-5pm, Library Online Program, WELCOME 2022 weekly 5:30-6:30pm, register online Coming soon: Any financial advisor can know the markets. January 2: IAM™ Yoga Nidra Work- I know my clients shop with Mahan Priya Kaur (Linda Polter) at Harmony in Life, 6:30 p.m., more Understanding your goal is the first step in providing personalized financial advice to help you reach it. I take the time to know what you’re looking forward to, as well as what your challenges at harmonyinlifecenter.com are, to help you build the financial future you want. Poetry in the Park: Haiku and Other Call me today to get started 419.842.8488 Short Poems at the Toledo Botanical Gar- Beautiful Flower Arrangements Gregory W. Wagoner, CFP®, MBA, CLTC® 5954 Renaissance Place, Stuite D den, 2-3:30pm, 5$ program fee, more at for all Occasions Toledo, OH 43623 metroparkstoledo.com Financial Advisor [email protected] Call 419.824.0777 for delivery CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ Practitioner ameripriseadvisors.com/gregory.w.wagoner January 3: Bingo at Sylvania Senior Cen- or order online at stellarblooms.com Wagoner, Wagoner & Associates ter, 1-3pm weekly Satisfaction Guaranteed! A private wealth advisory practice Now at of Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC. January 10-First January issue Sylvania 8248 Mayberry Square, Sylvania , OH Not Federally | Insured No Financial Institution Guarantee | May Lose Value AdVantage Follow us on Facebook & Instagram Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC., Member FINRA and SIPC. © 2021 Ameriprise Financial, LLC., All rights reserved. January 11: Art Studio Group at Syl- vania Senior Center, 9-11am weekly, $6 at the door

6A SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE • MID DECEMBER 2021 SYLVANIA–THEN AND NOW LOOKING BACK – BY GAYLEEN GINDY 5200 S. Main Street Continuing with the houses that are 100 years In 1916 Mr. Hittler sold his home on North years; Joseph Hittler, Sr. – father – 75 years old – purchased a home in 1941 on Homeside Street old, or older, on South Main Street, our next Main Street. Then on Aug. 3, 1917 he sold the not employed; Rose – step-mother – 64 years in Toledo first, before purchasing this home and house is directly across the street from where home and 86 acres on Clarke Street (now known old. moving here, but they continued to own the Convent Boulevard intersects. This house was as Convent Boulevard) to the Sisters of Immac- Homeside Street home through 1966. built in 1918 by Joseph Hittler, Jr. He purchased ulate Conception. On Nov. 5, 1917 Mr. Hittler In 1942 Raymond Hittler completed his this parcel in 1917 and built the house by 1918. purchased our subject property at 5200 Main St. World War II registration card listing his address Robert Blacklidge died in 1979 at the age of His second wife, Emma, died shortly after on as 5200 Main St. He was 41 years old and em- 67 years. His obituary notice said he was a heavy The owners from 1917 to current included: Nov. 25, 1917. In 1918 he built this home on ployed with the Toledo Edison Company. He equipment operator for the S.E. Johnson Con- 1917 – Joseph Hittler South Main Street, along with the block garage listed his wife as Dorothy. struction Co. for 20 years, retiring in 1977. Sur- 1939 – Raymond G. and Dorothy E. Hittler behind it. In 1919, at the age of 54 years old, he viving was his wife, Virginia; daughter, Beverly 1944 – Donald A. and Winifred B. Groh married his third wife, Rosa Jacob. Rosa was 43 In 1944 Raymond and Dorothy sold this Sinclair, and son, Robert Hardy Blacklidge. 1952 – Robert H. and Virginia H. Blacklidge years old. home to Donald A. and Winifred B. Groh. They 1979 – Virginia H. Blacklidge lived here for about eight years. They were mar- Virginia continued to live here after her hus- 1989 – Beverly Sinclair At the 1920 census Joseph and Rosa are living ried in 1944 and the marriage announcement in band died, and in 1989 transferred the home to 2001 – Bernard III and Sherry K. Williamson in our subject home. He owned the home free of the Sandusky Register on Feb. 9, 1944 reads: her daughter, Beverly Sinclair, while continuing 2010 – Federal National Mortgage mortgage. He was listed as 54 years old and em- “Now spending a leave at New Orleans, to live here until just before she passed away in 2011 to current – Mark A. Nelson ployed as a house carpenter. His wife Rosa was Louisiana, are Air Cadet and Mrs. Donald A. 2000. At the 1900 census Joseph Hittler, Jr. and his 44 years old. Living at home was his son Bernard Grohs, who were wed last week at Lawson Gen- first wife Rose (Bellman) are found living in the W. – 22 years old – employed as a salesman for eral Hospital in Atlanta, Georgia. Air Cadet Beverly Sinclair owned the home from 1989 home that they owned at 5753 N. Main St. with a retail hardware store; and Raymond G. – 18 Grohs is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Anthony until 2001. Beverly Blacklidge graduated from their children: Bertha, Bernard and Cyril. (Ray- years old – employed as a laborer at a toy shop. Grohs, 423 Lawrence St. and his bride, the for- Sylvania High School in 1966. She was married, mond was born later that year). Joseph is listed mer Winifred J. Brooks of Kalamazoo, Mich., is then later divorced in 1975, and lived in North as a blacksmith. His wife Rose died in 1902 and The 1930 census shows Joseph and Rosa Hit- a second lieutenant with the Army Nurses Toledo for a period of time before returning to Mr. Hittler was remarried to Emma Marie tler are living in this home by themselves. The Corps.” Sylvania to live and care for her mother. During Schoen in 1903. They were still living on N. home was valued at $7,000. He is listed as 65 that time they both were members of the Sylva- Main Street when the 1910 census was taken, years old and still employed as a carpenter of Another announcement said that a reception nia Area Historical Society in the early years of and now, his father, Joseph Hittler, Sr – 74, and buildings. Rosa was 54 years old. was held at the nurses’ quarters, and Cadet and the organization. Her mother had invited the mother Tracey – 73, were living with them. He Mrs. Grohs left for New Orleans. It also said that members to see her very large collection of is employed now as carpenter-builder. His In 1939 Joseph Hittler’s son Raymond, and his when Cadet Grohs returns to duty soon, his homemade miniature doll accessories. In Feb- mother died in 1910 and his father died in 1914. wife, Dorothy, purchased the home, and when bride will remain on the staff at Lawson General ruary of 1993 Beverly was issued a building per- In 1915 Mr. Hittler purchased an 86-acre par- the 1940 census was taken Raymond and wife Hospital. Winifred served during World War II mit from the city of Sylvania to allow interior cel of land on the north side of Convent Boule- Dorothy are listed living here. Also living with from Feb. 1, 1941 until Aug. 25, 1944, and Don- upgrades to the workshop/storage accessory vard and constructed a home there. Today that them was his father and step-mother. The fol- ald served with the Army from Aug. 20, 1942 building in the rear. Her mother passed away in home still exists on the Lourdes University cam- lowing were listed living in the home: Raymond until Apr. 13, 1944. They purchased this house 2000 and she sold the home in 2001, and moved pus and is used by the Sisters of St. Francis as one – 39 years old – clerk at the electric light com- on Aug. 19, 1944. I am not sure what brought to a home on Clover Lane in Toledo. of their facilities. pany; Dorothy – wife – 37 years old; Ramona – them to Sylvania, but after they sold the home in daughter – 15 years; Joseph – son – 13 years; 1952 they moved to Kalamazoo, Michigan. Bernard and Sherry Williamson owned this Elaine – daughter – 11 years; Jerry – son – 6 Winifred’s obituary notice in 1957 said she was home from 2001 until 2010. The directories 38 years old and died unexpectedly in a hospital throughout those years show Terry A. Wrest and in Ann Arbor. Surviving besides her husband Clean Tech Janitor Service occupying the home were two daughters, Mary Helen and Martha, through most of that time, but also shows and two sons John and David, all at home in Bernard Williamson III in 2004 and 2005. Kalamazoo. Donald Groh died in 1990 in Kala- mazoo. From 2011 to current, Mark Nelson has owned the home. Mark is first shown living in In 1952 Robert and Virginia Blacklidge pur- the home to the south at 5166 Main St. and then chased this home. They owned it for 37 years. he purchased this home in 2011. Directories in- Robert married Virginia Hardy in 1935 in Lucas dicate that he moved here and rented out the County. He served in the Marines during World house to the south until he sold that home in War II from Jan 18, 1943 until May 3, 1946. They 2019. 1938 1997 2017 2021

MID DECEMBER 2021 • SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM 7A CRAIG STOUGH to a colder and snowier winter season. City of Sylvania truck equipped City truck equipped with salt Some of the rocksalt is mixed into brine and with brine tank and spreader. spreader. MAYOR’S MESSAGE applied to the streets a day or two before pre- Residents are also reminded of the legal re- roads first and then make one pass on all resi- Roadway Snow dicted storms. The brine prevents snow and ice quirement to clear sidewalks in front of their dential streets following predetermined routes, and Ice Removal from building up as the storm begins. Last year property by the next morning following a snow- then return for a second pass to widen residen- 20,320 gallons of salt brine were prepared and storm. Although most residents clear their side- tial streets out to full width. With completion of the used. The city of Sylvania has two trucks walks, the city always receives complaints about annual leaf collection later equipped with liquid brine applicators and 11- those who don’t. Last winter was colder with more snow than than normal this year, due to foot wide snow plows, and five more trucks two years ago. Let's hope we don't have too the weather, City of Sylvania equipped with rocksalt spreaders and 11-foot Snow and ice removal often keeps the trucks much severe winter weather this year. When we Street Division crews will wide snow plows. on the road 24 hours a day until the roads are do have storms, our city crews and equipment Craig Stough soon be transitioning to clear. The heavier the storm, the longer the are ready and will be on the road working to roadway snow and ice removal. They will be Snow emergencies are declared whenever clearing process. The trucks will clear main keep them clear of ice and snow. removing the leaf boxes from the trucks and in- four or more inches of snow is forecast or accu- stalling snow plows, salt spreaders and brine mulates on the streets. During these snow tanks for the coming winter season. emergencies, there will be no parking permitted Snow and ice removal is an important service on city streets to allow the snow plows to effi- for our residents and is a big job in the city of ciently clear the streets, and also keep the streets Sylvania with over 73 miles of roadways to keep wide enough for emergency vehicles to respond clear. Last winter, Streets Division workers spent to calls for service. 940 hours and used 1224 tons of rocksalt to re- move snow and ice from the roads. In addition, Any vehicles parked in the streets during 1,181 gallons of liquid calcium chloride were snow emergencies will be subject to ticketing used. Our Parks Division also spent 692 hours and towing. Residents will be notified of snow clearing public parking lots and sidewalks. The emergencies through the media and by the Syl- numbers were all higher than two years ago due vania Alerts System, which residents can sub- scribe to without cost by visiting lucascountyalerts.com. SACIC remains committed to mission MIKE JONES which could cause a problem.” He noted that decision will be up to the department. SACIC officers continuing for 2022 include from left, Jerry Arkebauer, past TOWNSHIP TOPICS “For instance, if there’s a juvenile on the president; John Monaghan, treasurer; Tiffany Scott, secretary; Oliver Turner, video, we’ll have to make it so the juvenile executive vice president, and Bill Sanford, executive director; Not present Police Department isn’t identifiable if that's appropriate” he were Jeff Clegg, president, and Darrell Wachowiak, vice president. said. Officers of the Sylvania Township police BY JERRY ARKEBAUER tivities and budget. department will have an additional piece of Although there are a number of steps to The executive committee, he noted, meets equipment to carry on patrol beginning be taken within the department in terms of As it prepares to enter its 54th year in 2022, later in 2022, body-worn cameras. The de- purchasing a system and training officers, the Sylvania Area Community Improvement monthly, except during the summer, to provide partment's budget for 2022 shows an expen- Chief Long said he thinks body-worn cam- Corp. remains committed to its mission, “To leadership, management and on-going admin- diture of $260,000 for the cameras. It also eras could be in use by officers toward the serve as a collaboration of business and govern- istration of SACIC. This committee prepares notes that there will be a cost of $136,000 end of the second quarter of 2022. ment to enhance balanced economic growth recommendations for actions to be considered between 2023 and 2026, followed by a sim- and quality of life in the greater Sylvania area.” by the board. Membership on the executive ilar cycle beginning in 2027 for the equip- Township Board of Zoning committee is based on paying dues of $2,000 a ment. Appeals That was the key message delivered to the year or more. SACIC board of directors on Dec. 8 by Bill San- Police Chief Paul Long noted the addi- Sylvania Township trustees are seeking ford, executive director of the organization, in SACIC officers are elected for two-year tion of body-worn cameras is not as simple applications from any township resident in- his end of the year report. He pointed out that terms. Jeff Clegg, president of Toledo Memorial as just making a purchase and putting it on terested in being appointed to the Sylvania SACIC in 2021 provided $5,000 in grants to Park, will continue as president; Darrell Wa- an officer. “There are a lot of considerations Township Board of Zoning Appeals. seven area nonprofits to help improve the com- chowiak, president of ProMedica Flower Hos- and expenses in training and it’s not enough munity, and made a $50,000 low interest loan to pital, will continue as vice president; John to just capture a video image. You have to The person appointed will replace Greg an expanding business. Monaghan, member of VZN Group, continues store it so it can be retrieved for any court LaManna who did not seek re-appointment as treasurer; Tiffany Scott, executive director of cases or public record needs,” he said. to the board. The annual report to members also identified the Sylvania Area Chamber of Commerce, con- 32 projects or organizations, new to the area or tinues as secretary; Jerry Arkebauer, president As an example, the chief said that if pros- An application for appointment to the expanding, that will be recognized by SACIC at of Arkebauer & Associates, serves as past pres- ecutors need some video, “We can’t just lo- five-year term is available at sylvaniatown- its April meeting. Board members were also ident; Bill Sanford, director of economic devel- cate it and send it. The department will have ship.com/community-application. provided with the SACIC Strategic Plan, which opment for the city of Sylvania, serves as to first determine if there’s anything on it is regularly reviewed and updated. executive director; and Oliver Turner, adminis- The deadline for applications is Jan. 11. trator of Sylvania Township, serves as executive Precast light Sanford also explained the unique structure vice president. bases T of SACIC. He stated that every dues paying per- son or organization is automatically a member Information on becoming a member of Retaining Walls of the SACIC board of directors which meets six SACIC is available on its website at sylvani- times a year and approves the organizations ac- aareacic.org Parking Curbs Contact us: Sign Bases 419-662-9000 Parking Bollards www.turnerconcreteproducts.com

8A SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE • MID DECEMBER 2021 JANIS WEBER grown so much that it took almost seven years experimenting, that the computer could han- About 5000 new computer viruses are cre- to complete the tabulation of census results. dle various tasks is most likely what led to the ated every month. Unfortunately, this means THE MOUSE TRAP As a result, punch-card based computers that increased popularity of the incredible ma- that there are many hackers out there who are took up entire rooms were invented to help chine up to this era. willing to reap when they did not sow. How- Interesting the government get the job done quickly and ever, not every malware is malicious. Computer Facts efficiently. Douglas Engelbert is the first man to invent a mouse in 1964 using wood. The term “Typewriter” is the most ex- Although today com- The first computer was very spacious and tended term that anyone can type using one puter use is applicable heavy. ENIAC (Electronic Numerical Integra- Microsoft, H.P., and Apple started building row of the keyboard alone. everywhere, the truth is tor and Computer) weighed about 27 tons and computers in garages before they were able to computers were first in- occupied over 1800 square feet. Regardless of advance. H.P. preserved their garage to tell the The first computer programmer was a vented  to solve a num- the size of ENIAC, it proved very useful then. story of the humble beginning of, what many woman. The woman (Lady Ada Lovelace), ber-crunching crisis in people consider, one of the top computer also famous for working on the analytical en- the U.S. In the 1880s, the The first transistor computer was used by brands in the world. Further, they made their gine, lived in England. Further, she worked as Janis Weber U.S. population had the United States Air Force to execute their garage a private museum that does not allow a writer and a mathematician. military functions. The realization, through tours. Did you know the whole meaning of the term CAPTCHA? There is no doubt that most people who use the internet come across it most of the time. “Completely Automated Public Turing Test to tell Computer and Hu- mans Apart “is the meaning of the term CAPTCHA. Although the creators of the con- cepts intended to differentiate between hu- mans and machines, artificial intelligence has surpassed it. Phishing is a common technique that hack- ers use to compromise computers across the world. However, most people seem not to un- derstand that you cannot be affected by open- ing an email with a malicious program. The problems come when you click on the links on the emails sent to you by nasty people. In 1948, the first software to run on a com- puter was developed by University of Man- chester researchers. Tom Kilburn, Frederic Williams, and Geoff Toothill made the inven- tion of software technology possible. The U.S. Navy was the first customer to purchase one of the first commercially manu- factured computers. The Internet came into existence in the 1960s and the main objective was to share re- sources. Interestingly, it has grown to become an essential medium of the economy of the world. Sylvania Senior Center Classes Many SSC classes are open by reservation only. Computer classes are not scheduled yet, but you are welcome to use the computer lab Mondays and Wednesdays 1-4. Check the SSC newsletter and website for the most current information or call Susan Jennelle, 419-885- 3913. I hope to hold classes early next year. We are getting there. Check the Sylvania Center online Newsletter to see what is happing. I Make House Calls (I am vaccinated and wear a mask) I will come to your home or office and help you with almost any predicament including repairs, upgrades including software, tutoring or printer issues. I can be your resident “Geek.” I have an endless amount of patience and knowledge with years of experience. Give me a text or call at 419-290-3570. BACK UP YOUR COMPUTER TODAY – It’s not if, but when you will lose data! Janis Weber, B.A., owner of Ohio Computer Training & Support, is a professional computer adjunct instructor. E-mail any specific questions or comments to [email protected] or con- tact her for assistance at 419-290-3570. Private tutoring and repairs are just a phone call, text, or email away. Check out my archived articles on the Sylvania Advantage website (Sylvani- aAdvantage.com) titled COMPUTER 101.

MID DECEMBER 2021 • SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM 9A Waterford Bank Staff Brings Joy State Senator Gavarone announces her candidacy for L-R: Cathy Martin, Aaron Iffland and Ann Baksh of Waterford Bank 9th Congressional District decorate a Christmas tree in the lobby with envelopes filled with candy and gift cards for the bank’s Adopt-A-Family program. The 9th district contains all or part of cut income taxes, balanced Ohio’s the following counties: Defiance, Erie, budget, expanded legal gun rights, pro- Chamber Hosts Ugly Sweater Luncheon Fulton, Henry, Lucas, Ottawa, San- tected life, and much more,” Gavarone dusky, Williams and Wood. said. “During her time in elected office, Marcy Kaptur consistently stood with “After a lot of thought and encour- Nancy Pelosi over the interests of her agement from my family and countless district. Enough is enough.” constituents, I have decided to seek the Republican nomination for Ohio’s 9th Gavarone has been a resident of Congressional District,” Gavarone said. northern Ohio her entire adult life; she “For the past four decades, Marcy Kap- earned her undergraduate degree from tur has occupied this seat in Congress, Bowling Green State University and her but has delivered nothing except run- law degree from the University of away inflation driven by unprecedented Toledo. She has been an attorney for government spending. Northwest and over 25 years and co-owns a restaurant northern Ohio families need a repre- with her husband, Jim, with whom she sentative who works for them, not for has raised three children. Nancy Pelosi and the radical left. I am running for congress to deliver real, “This campaign isn’t about me— it’s conservative results for families across about the people of northwest and the 9th District.” northern Ohio,” she said. “Whether it is trying to shut down Line 5, raising Gavarone is currently the State Sena- taxes, forcing government mandates tor for Ohio’s 2nd District which in- down our throats, or increasing infla- cludes all or part of Erie, Fulton, Lucas, tion, Joe Biden, Marcy Kaptur, Nancy Ottawa and Wood Counties. Prior to Pelosi and the far-left have hurt our her service in the Senate, she served as families. We need a fighter to represent State Representative in the Ohio House our area in Congress, and that is what I of Representatives for the 3rd District am here to do.” and as a Bowling Green City Council- woman. The primary election will be held on May 3, 2022. “During my time in elected office, we Tana Ohneck wins two raffle prizes L-R: Vince Croci and Dick Schuller at the Chamber lunch held Dec. 1 show off their ‘ugly’ finery at the at Sylvania Country Club. Chamber holiday lunch. Gavarone bill nvestment becomes law • No sales tax on the sale of precious Governor DeWine has signed Senate Bill metals as of October 1. 54, sponsored by State Senator Theresa • N.Y. On-Line Instant Gold & Silver Quotes Gavarone (R-Bowling Green), creating the offenses of theft for conversion of a telephone • Buying and Selling (we make a market) number or exchange, and providing mislead- • Sell Your Unwanted Gold Jewelry and Silver ing caller identification information. Items In All Forms to the Area’s Top Buyer “This is a big step forward in our fight to (Buying Since 1980) better safeguard Ohioans from fraud and scams over the phone,\" said Gavarone. \"Thank you to my colleagues for getting this important bill across the finish line and into law.\" The bill will stop criminals from using or repeating a telephone number, exchange, or misleading caller identification information that is not assigned to the person, with the intent to defraud, cause harm, or wrongfully obtain anything of value.

10A SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE • MID DECEMBER 2021 December Red Bird Art Walk Haley Parker and Sarah Highlander check out the display of succulent plants in Beautiful Blooms by Jen. bakery 419-824-0683 Cindy Leffler and Chris Nowak wait Lindsay Akens and Terri Provan and in front of Main Street Sweets while admire the Christmas gift ideas in cafe 5758 Main St, Sylvania their friends buy baked goods inside. Harmony ln Life. ® Follow us on Facebook! Zingerman’s breads available! WE CATER • WE DELIVER • FARM TO TABLE • SIMPLY DELICIOUS! Order your sandwich platters early for your holiday get togethers. We are getting booked up! Holiday Pies • Pecan Pie • Pumpkin Pie “ ” -The Blade LUNCH DAILY 10-2:30 Derek Helmke with Anthony and Stephanie Armstrong and their son Max share the outdoor heater while they wait for their order from J&G Pizza Palace. Come In and Try Our All day breakfast and lunch on Saturdays from Harvest Sandwich 10 to 2:30 Let Us Cater All Your Parties & Events With Healthy Food & Delicious Desserts! in the socially distant EEat Healthy and Receive $5 dining room Off Orders Over $20 Also carryout, curbside or FREE delivery within 5 miles Hurry! Limited time! Check new menu items! Must present coupon at sale. Offer does not apply to Zingerman’s breads. No microwaves and no fryers - Just baked in goodness Made from scratch soups, salads, unique sandwiches & fresh baked goods ALL EARTH TO OVEN SANDWICHES SERVED ON ZINGERMAN’S BREAD Melissa Dallas and her father- and mother-in-law Mark and Jill Dallas take a stroll up Main Street and visit the many shops along the way.

MID DECEMBER 2021 • SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM 11A And Miracle on Main Reflect the Spirit of the Season in Downtown Sylvania Town Crier Mike Lieber enjoys the music provided by Tango Gato Ben, Lucie and Danielle Malczewski enjoy the holiday lights while strolling which includes Connie Roberts, Linda Rouillard, Don Sell and Melissa Burke down Main Street. —by Jennifer Alexander Ruple in Chandler Cafe. Artist Skot Horn looks over the Lubino Dr. Larry and Jill Johnson are all LAW OFFICE OF glass collection in Hudson Gallery. aglow after Sylvania’s tree lighting MELAN M. FORCHT ceremony. • Divorce • Dissolution • Collaborative Divorce • Shared Parenting Plans • Custody • Support • Post-Divorce Matters • Bankruptcy Law Unique Resolutions for Every Client 6715 MAPLEWOOD AVE. SYLVANIA, OHIO 43560 Located directly behind the Sylvania Municipal Court 419-517-4277 • forcht-law.com Pat Wahl of the Village Candy Shoppe checks the candy purchase made by Maria Merrill and Annie Peer. Claud Meyers, Cheridan Meyers, Collin Jelinger and Tammy Braithwaite of A & J Landscape manned a booth during Miracle on Main.

12A SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE • MID DECEMBER 2021 Parade of Roses Here She Comes Jen Linehan of Beautiful Blooms by Jen recently learned that she will be Downtown Welcomes the Season California-bound the day after Christmas. She has been selected to be part of an Artistic Entertainment Services Company team that will Sylvania’s Superintendent of Parks and Forestry Patrick O’Brien fills the decorate 11 floats for the Parade of Roses. Linehan will spend eight hours downtown planters with greens that, for the most part, are harvested from a day decorating for the week preceding the New Year’s Day event in city property or are scavenged from material at the compost field. These Pasadena, Calif. ‘I am so excited,’ Linehan said. ‘I have always wanted to items include the yellow-twig dogwood, sassafras, Norway spruce, juniper, be a part of creating floats for the Parade of Roses. This is a once-in-a- cedar, paper birch and ornamental grass. The magnolia and grape vine lifetime opportunity.’ The process began when Linehan’s husband, Kyle, balls are purchased from private vendors. proposed a vacation for his wife after Christmas. ‘This timing is great as the shop will be closed the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day. It’s Holiday Scavenger Hunt Begins an ideal time for me to be gone,’ she explained. ‘As an OSU graduate, I am thrilled to support my team this way as the Buckeyes will be playing Emily Roach of Kingston Residence of Utah in the Rose Bowl this year. Also, who knows what possibilities this Sylvania invites shoppers to pick up opportunity will present?’ Linehan will be placing flowers, petals and other Kingston’s Holiday Shop Local Sylvania natural items such as seeds on floats to make them beautiful. Scavenger Hunt at Kingston, 4125 King Rd. Participants can then stop in Main TSL Members Bring Gifts to TSO Musicians Street Sweets; Hip to the Groove; Beautiful Blooms by Jen; Fuller Art Toledo Symphony League House; Inside the Five; Village Candy members Phyllis Wadley, Shoppe; Element 112; and Art Supply left, and Kim Danes, right, Depo and get signatures. If they are some of the TSL make a purchase in any of the above members who offer tote locations, they can get a second bags filled with useful items signature. For each signature their for the holiday season to name will be entered into a drawing Toled Symphony Orchestra for a gift basket worth over $600. violinist Jillienne Bowers, Signatures need to be turned in at center, and the other Kingston by Dec. 20. musicians at the St. Joseph’s Catholic Church Dec. 1 rehearsal for the annual Christmas concert.

MID DECEMBER 2021 • SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM 13A Sodbuster Bar expands in Haymarket Square; doubles in size “Expanding the bar is something I have al- “We were able to combine the new area with “We want to be known as a bar that features time they are available,” Bobroski promised. He ways wanted to do,” noted Frank Bobroski, one our existing space very easily,” Bobroski pointed typical bar food,” Bobroski reported. Pizza, also noted that former regular performers, Kyle of the owners of Sodbuster Bar in Haymarket out. “We cut through the wall between the two wings, chicken tenders, onion rings, pretzel bites, Smithers and Cactus Jack, will be playing from Square. “When the space next to the bar became rooms and added windows behind the bar. Peo- mac & cheese bites are just a few of the items time to time. vacant, we were able to lease that as well. I talked ple sitting in the new space can be a part of the available. with the building owner, Bill Paul, who agreed entire tavern. They are able to enjoy the enter- The Sodbuster is home to a variety of pool to the changes I wanted to implement,” he re- tainment if they choose, but still able to hold From its origins in the mid 1970s, Sodbuster and dart leagues, keeping the two pool tables and called. conversations as it is quieter than it is in the orig- owners have always wanted to create an envi- dart board active. The game Keno is also avail- inal side. This is just a cozy, comfortable space ronment that is conducive to a good time in a able. In addition, a new Golden Tee Golf Game Within a short time, the expansion was com- with room for six tables. Later, next spring, we neighborhood bar. And, according to Bobroski, will be added in the near future. pleted. Bobroski designed the reconfigured bar, plan to add a patio that can be accessed from this that concept still holds true. “During the week, complete with a granite bartop, which has more room as well.” we have a regular crowd and the bar staff and I Bobroski and his partners Autumn Shock than doubled in size flowing around into the know everyone’s name. This is a welcoming, and Matt Smith acquired the Sodbuster 10 years new space, doubling the seating capacity. “This “This is just how I pictured this space to be. friendly place and we all have fun here. We have ago, redoing the interior at that time. Just before is what I have envisioned for a long time,” he said. My dad, Frank Bobroski, has worked with me entertainment scheduled on a more limited basis the COVID-19 shutdown, the owners renovated Six tables seating up to four people complete the for the last two months to make this happen,” he than before the pandemic. Bobby May and the small bathrooms and reconfigured the en- seating in the new area. A storage area and a said. “Our customers are all very happy that the Friends are back playing on select Sunday tertainment area. large unisex bathroom have also been added. bar is finished.” evenings and the Skittle Bots will be here any- The Sodbuster Bar is open daily at 4 pm. Cheeky Skin and Wax Studio holds ribbon cutting ceremony Frank Bobroski designed the newly expanded bar at Sodbuster. Sylvania Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Tiffany Scott, left, and Eden Allen, right, hold the ribbon as Sylvania Town Crier Mike Lieber offers a cry before Ashley Monarch cuts the ribbon to open Cheeky Skin & Wax Studio. “For me, beauty really isn't about what you had agonized over a name for my studio. I never look like on the outside. Obviously, I want every- expected to be a business owner so it wasn't re- one to look and feel incredible, but it's what's in ally even something I had given much thought your heart and soul that makes us beautiful. Our to. But while on vacation last summer my niece skin is just a sack we carry the good stuff around kept using the word ‘cheeky’ over and over and in. That doesn't mean it shouldn't be a designer it hit me. I’m pretty ‘cheeky’ myself. Also, cheeks skin though. And that’s where I come into play!” are a part of the face, and as an intimate waxer promised Ashley Molnar, owner of Cheeky Skin as well as a facialist, the name seemed appropri- & Wax Studio, 4913 Harroun Rd., Suite 5. ate in more ways than one!” A ribbon-cutting was held on Saturday, Nov. Clients can select from a menu of services in- 27 to officially open the studio. cluding 60- and 90-minute facials, dermaplane, dermaplane facial, a ReZenerate Nano-Infusion Molnar, a skin therapist and intimate waxer, facial, SWiCH Dermal Rejuvenation System, said the tragic loss of her brother two years ago and a variety of peels along with add-ons and prompted her to make the decision to open her extra services. own business. “Through my grieving process, I found a need to have more control and simplic- A full complement of services from facial, ity in my life. Opening a business doesn't exactly body, and intimate waxing are also available. In seem like the easiest way to simplify one's life but addition, brow threading and tinting along with I've found a lot of peace taking control of this upper lip threading and lash tinting services are corner of my life. The only person's standards offered. and expectations I need to live up to are my own,” she offered. “My interest in makeup is really what brought me into the ‘beauty’ industry. My focus now is The new business owner credits her mother age management and helping people find with finding the space; her sister for helping to healthy solutions to their skin concerns. We’re all create the studio ambiance; and her niece for the going to age. I want to be an example of what can name. “My mom gets all the credit for finding be achieved with good self-care and preventative this place. She saw the ‘for rent’ sign as she drove maintenance,” she promised. by. I contacted the owner, made an appointment to see the space and it had everything I wanted. Appointments are available from noon to 8 My sister is in school for interior design and pm on Tuesday and Thursday; 10 am to 6 pm on helped me make it perfect,” Molnar related. “I Wednesday; 10 am to 6 pm on Friday; and 10 am to 3 pm on Saturday.

14A SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE • MID DECEMBER 2021 Sylvania area residential real estate in demand per Realtor BY JERRY ARKEBAUER for 63 days, which is down 27 percent from this Centennial Terrace, and Wildwood Metropark.” Kruse, who has been a Realtor for more than 30 time last year. He said even if interest rates for “People say there is an obvious pride of own- years, this was the fourth consecutive year he has Residential real estate sales in the Sylvania home mortgages increase by 0.5 to 1 percent, the reviewed Sylvania area real estate for SACIC. area have remained strong through 10 months difference in monthly payments over a 30-year ership of homes in the area, which leads to an of this year, and the trend should continue into term “is not that high.” enhanced quality of life,” Kruse added. “We always have thought that the availability 2022, according to Mark Kruse, a Realtor with of residential real estate is critical to the Sylvania Danberry Realtors, who presented his findings While costs of new construction should sta- When asked about 2022, he suggested that the area,” said Jeff Clegg, president of Toledo Memo- to the Sylvania Area Community Improvement bilize, selling homes at auction will continue as first quarter should be a predictor of the full year rial Park and the SACIC. “Mr. Kruse’s analysis Corp. Board of Directors on Nov. 10. an alternative to the typical listing with a Realtor, and with many people on the sidelines ready to was on target and bodes well for us for the bal- he noted. buy a home, 2022 should pretty much mirror ance of this year and next.” “So far, 545 homes have been sold. While this 2021. is down six percent from last year, the average “The Sylvania area continues to be a desirable Jerry Arkebauer is the past president of the Sylvania selling price was $290,791, which is up 16 per- place to live,” he explained. “Due, among other SACIC is a nonprofit representing a collabo- Area Community Improvement Corporation. He also cent,” he said. The typical home is on the market things, to a good school system, access to ex- ration of business and government working to is an economic development specialist. pressways, parks, bike paths, Pacesetter Park, enhance balanced economic growth and the quality of life in the greater Sylvania area. For Taylor Automotive Family holds charity fundraiser; winners receive $1000 shopping spree Realtor Mark Kruse, center, reflects on his presentation with Jeff Clegg, left, BY MARY HELEN DARAH Winners will be chosen Dec. 20. president of SACIC, and Darrell Wachowiak, right, president of ProMedica “Every year during the Christmas season we Flower Hospital and vice president of SACIC. The Taylor Automotive Family is celebrating the Christmas season with the Taylor 12 Days of try to find ways to give back to the communities Christmas Giving. They have selected 12 organ- that have supported us for all these years and this izations in northwest Ohio to benefit from do- year we decided to do something a little differ- nations. Taylor will be matching donations made ent,” stated Steve Taylor. “We teamed up with 12 by individuals up to $50, with one lucky non- great local organizations from the areas where profit to receive $1,000. Also, two lucky donors we have dealerships including Unruly Arts, Au- will win a $1,000 shopping spree courtesy of Tay- rora Project, Sylvania Area Family Services, lor by decorating a Little Steve Bobble-Head or Brothers United, A.N.G.E.L.S., Keeping Kids simply by giving a donation. Safe, Children's Mentoring Connection, Toys for Tots Findlay, Family Promise of Lima-Allen To make a donation, stop by a local Taylor County, Seagate Food Bank, Moms House and Automotive dealership and make a $5 minimum Our Daily Bread. If our Taylor 12 Days of Christ- donation. Donors may choose to decorate the mas Giving promotion can open eyes and raise Little Steve and submit a photo of their creation some awareness and some money for these 12 or fill out a form to be entered for the $1,000. organizations, then we will be very happy.” Library returns to TARTA’s Hub of Hope Do you or someone you know have a child prepare for kindergarten. preparing for kindergarten? The Toledo Lucas There are more activities planned for the County Public Library returns to the TARTA Hub of Hope, which welcomes community or- Transit Hub on Wednesday, Dec. 29, from 9 am ganizations to speak with TARTA customers at to Noon, to speak with customers about its the Hub. Any community partners interested in Ready to Read program, which provides fami- participating can reach out to customer-rela- lies with the tools they need to help children [email protected] for more information. Rotary Welcomes Superintendent Sylvania Rotary Club President Ben Malczewski visits with guest speaker, Sylvania Schools Superintendent Dr. Veronica Motley, at the organization’s weekly meeting held Dec. 2 at Highland Meadows Golf Club. –by Mary Helen Darah

MID DECEMBER 2021 • SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM 15A The McGuire Group Insurance Agency relocates to former PNC Bank building Cathy McGuire, of the McGuire Group In- learned that this office was closing, I immedi- ity,” McGuire noted. “We now have the space McGuire, who was a member of the Air Na- surance Agency, has recently acquired the for- ately submitted an offer. I was ready for build- we need and room for growth. With the addi- tional Guard, joined the industry in 2007 at mer PNC Bank building at 6392 Monroe St. ing ownership and this location checked all tional space for staff, I am eager to hire at least the urging of several professionals. She and her staff relocated their office to the the boxes. My staff and I needed more room, three new people in the near future,” she “I had been working for TOAST.net, an in- 2,400 square-foot facility the first of Decem- and this building doubled our former space. stated. ternet provider, and when the fourth person ber. Renovations to the space were completed We have great parking with convenient access The McGuire Group has been an inde- mentioned that I should consider exploring by Horizon Construction. and an ideal location with high visibility on pendent agency for the past 10 years and has the insurance field, I took that as a sign and “This is where I did my banking, so I was the highly traveled Monroe Street,”  she said. had business relationships with and access to here I am,” she chuckled. very familiar with the building. When I “We are all so happy to be in this new facil- over 20 carriers, including Erie, Progressive, “I love doing what I do to help my clients. ASI and Berkshire Hathaway. My goal has always been to make sure my In addition to home and auto products, the clients are well taken care of,” she said. “As an McGuire Group Insurance agents provide independent agent, I can find the products products for renters, landlords, businesses, that best suit each client’s individual needs. In boats, motorcycles and other recreational ve- most cases, not only am I able to find better hicles, along with life and health insurance products for them, but I’m also able to save products. them money,” she promised.  The McGuire Group—Pam Lawecki, Becky Fleming, Thomas McGuire, Cathy 7659 King’s Pointe Rd. • Toledo, Ohio 43617 McGuire, Jenny Bucher, and Kelly McCune are happy to be in their new space. www.premierwealthmg.net Sisters of St. Francis Foundation grant Michael Nusbaum ....419-740-1023 Daniel Peffley............419-740-4020 Douglas Rechtine .....419-540-6356 Michael Kuebler .......419-540-6358 awarded to Toledo GROWs The Board of Trustees of the Greater Toledo resources to gardeners in 125 community gar- Community Foundation has approved a grant dens throughout the greater Toledo area. Most from The Sisters of St. Francis Foundation of the gardens are located in areas of limited food Donor-Advised Fund to Toledo GROWs in the access, serving low and moderate income indi- amount of $20,000. These funds will be used to viduals. Toledo GROWs provides education and enhance the work that Toledo GROWs is doing technical assistance in building and maintaining to support community gardens. gardens where community members come to- gether toward a common goal: to provide food The grant will be used to provide technical as- for themselves and their neighbors. sistance, seeds, seedlings, and other gardening TMA brand strategy director named “Gary brings a wealth of strategic leadership experience to this new role,” said Adam Levine, the Museum’s Edward Drummond and Flo- rence Scott Libbey director and CEO. “He has successfully led a number of engagements that redefined and redesigned the organizational purpose, vision and values for major compa- nies. We are eager and excited to have him share his expertise with us as we expand our mission to become the model art museum.” In his new role, Gonya will oversee market- ing and public relations, special events, café, re- tail and visitor experience departments. The director of brand strategy will help TMA en- gage both local and national audiences, elevate the museum’s visibility and raise public aware- ness of the organization’s mission, values, strat- egy and programming. Gonya spent part of his youth as a Toledo resident, interacting frequently with the Mu- seum, which he found to be a creative refuge and a place of scholarship. He also served as an Gary Gonya intern at TMA while an undergraduate. Gonya holds a bachelor’s degree in art his- Gary Gonya has been appointed the Toledo tory from Amherst College and studied archi- Museum of Art’s first director of brand strategy, tecture and design theory at the Yale School of a role that will report to the Museum’s director. Architecture.

16A SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE • MID DECEMBER 2021 Mindfulness revealed through a series of children’s educational cards Jenn McCullough has published The Mindfulness Deck, a deck of cards with Mindfulness expert Jenn McCullough, with easier after being bothered by something. 26 activities that are tools to help lower stress, increase focus, develop help from local artist Sara Kear, has published Mindfulness also develops concentration, en- kindness and compassion, and deal with big emotions. The Mindfulness Deck, 26 activity cards for kids courages enjoyment in everyday activities, and of all ages. “I have been helping children, teach- strengthens self-awareness of body, thoughts, ers, and parents to practice mindfulness for over and emotions. Mindfulness also can help lower 20 years,” she said. blood pressure and heart rate, soothe anxiety, reduce stress, and promote relaxation,” McCul- “The 26 activities in the deck will enhance lough promised. your ability to help you and your child lower stress, increase focus, develop kindness and As a former special education teacher focus- compassion, and deal with big emotions,” Mc- ing on students with learning and behavior dis- Cullough explained. “The cards are organized abilities, McCullough discovered yoga early in into seven themes: breathe, focus, move, calm, her career. She found integrating several yoga relax, care and create. The front of each card practices such as breathing techniques and shows various mindful animals doing the activ- stretches with her students to be of great bene- ity along with instructions on how and when to fit. practice. The back of each card lists benefits of the activity, suggests ways to talk about it, and She continued yoga after leaving teaching to offers additional tips.” be a stay-at-home mother. Her passion for teaching led to her becoming certified as a yoga She continued, “I wanted to bring these tools instructor. Through this journey, she discovered to children and adults in a fun and engaging mindfulness and embraced the concept as she way and thanks to the creativity of illustrator discovered all of its benefits. Sara Kear, this was possible. Mindfulness is the act of being in the present without judgment.” For the past two decades, she has been bring- ing this concept to schools in the area, working According to McCullough, mindfulness is a with teachers along with students. practice that people can’t get wrong. “Those who practice mindfulness are able to listen to In addition she holds yoga and mindfulness others better, enjoy a simple walk, or calm down classes at Harmony In Life, 5747 Main St. where The Mindfulness Deck is available for sale. New program bridges the gap for Sylvania students BY MARY HELEN DARAH L-R: Karen Smith, Rick Bannister and Dolli Darah share information about the Neighborhood bridges, a nonprofit that pro- such as churches, mental health agencies and so- program that bridges the gap between donors and those in need. motes direct, local giving, has launched its 37th cial services organizations. Smith explained, “We “Gateway for Kindness” to serve the Sylvania do not want to overlap with what they are doing. Schools and Sylvania community. The Sylvania We want to help them assist those they serve.” school system serves nearly 7,800 students. It op- Sylvania Area Family Services Executive Direc- erates seven elementary schools, three junior tor Dottie Segar believes neighborhood bridges high schools and two high schools. As a com- will positively impact SAFS clients. “It is one munity resource, neighborhood bridges (always more resource available to us to bring the needs in lowercase to show humility) Sylvania will aid of our clients in front of those that are able to school counselors, teachers, social workers, and help,” she said. administrators in meeting the essential needs of at-risk and underprivileged students, and their To become a subscriber and giver of acts of families. kindness, visit the neighborhoodbridges.org website and choose the community of Sylvania. Area Director of neighborhood bridges, After choosing Sylvania, subscribers will receive Karen S. Smith, is thrilled to begin offering the roughly two emails a week with ways to help. “It program locally with co-chair Dolli Darah. “My will not be a bombardment in your inbox,” stated daughter is a teacher in a Columbus suburb and Smith. “You will not receive five emails a day. relayed a story to me about the program,” stated Once the need is out there, you click the I CAN Smith. “I wondered if an organization like this HELP button. The items that people purchase would be a good fit in Sylvania and doable here. may be dropped off at Sylvania Township Fire They actually had a launch guide which was Department station #3 or #4. One hundred per- helpful in getting things going here.” cent of donations go to help those in Sylvania.” The program is unique in its simplicity and Smith is excited about the launch and espe- its purpose. “Basically, it is an organization that cially the response from the community. “The connects people in the community that have the fire department, Sylvania School District, Sylva- ability to donate to those in need. It is mostly for nia Rotary Club and the Sylvania Area Family Sylvania students, but we also help senior citi- Services have gone above and beyond in bring- zens and others in need,” said Smith. “It is the ing the program to fruition,” stated Smith. bridge that connects the two. The giving usually consists of providing a needed item, such as a Neighborhood bridges has driven direct sup- coat for a child, household items, food, school port to more than 218,000 students and families supplies or fees. We have advocates in every with over $3.5 million in giving since its found- school building that alert us to those in need as ing in 2017. For more information about neigh- well as in the police and fire departments. These borhood bridges Sylvania, or information on people encounter those in need of assistance. We Kindness Council sponsorship opportunities, put those needs out to our subscribers that can email [email protected] or assist them. It is a really simple process, both for visit neighborhoodbridges.org or the subscribers and the people who see the needs facebook.com/nbSylvania to have those requests fulfilled. It is all about fill- ing the gap for those needing assistance and those who generously give through acts of kind- ness.” Neighborhood bridges also collaborates with other nonprofit organizations in the community

MID DECEMBER 2021 • SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM 17A Students learn about nutrition Sylvania Prevention Alliance’s Core Committed Youth Group met recently at Sylvania Nutrition to learn about proper nutrition before, during and after workouts. Core Committed, a youth group with Syl- health and wellness. Nutrition, sleep, sports NV NHS inducts New Members vania Prevention Alliance, met at Sylvania recovery, substance avoidance, and positive Nutrition on Nov. 12 to discuss nutrition mindset are some of the various topics dis- Back row: Corbin Przymierski, Kenneth Biggs, Jonathan Bushrow, Foster and performance recovery. Chelsea Migliori, cussed that can affect performance both in Clements, Clayton Haims and Kasey Hunt; Front Row: Lan Tran, Lauren Sylvania Nutrition owner, talked to the the classroom and during competition. Grear, Kennedy Nicholson and Sarosh Ahmed are inducted into the youth about the connection between proper Northview National Honor Society on Dec. 1. pre- and post- workout shakes and nutrition The group has monthly meetings and fun and their performance. Program Coordina- events planned throughout the year at both Seniors eligible for membership must have a 3.60 GPA, be of strong tors Becky Hench and Julia Koralewski, Southview and Northview as well as the character, and be an active member of several extracurricular and service along with close to 20 students from three junior high schools in the district. If activities that demonstrate leadership qualities. They also must have a Southview and Northview, enjoyed protein students would like more information about recommendation by the Faculty Council who reviews each candidate’s shakes while playing trivia on nutritional joining Core Committed, contact Becky file including the character references submitted by faculty and topics. The Core Committed Youth Group Hench, Southview, Arbor Hills, McCord, administration. partners with coaches to help student-ath- Timberstone Coordinator at bhench@sylva- letes become the best version of themselves niaschools.org or Julia Koralewski, and make optimal decisions about their Northview Coordinator at jkoralewski@syl- vaniaschools.org. Further Your Education in INSTANT ADMISSION FAIR Wednesday, January 5 • 2 - 7pm RSVP recommended but not required 6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania, OH 43560

18A SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE • MID DECEMBER 2021 Building beds for children NV and SV Musicians of the Week Under the direction of Sylvania teacher Ric Roach, volunteers make beds for The Northview musician of the Senior Ryker Mangum has been a Let’s Build Beds, a nonprofit that believes every child deserves a bed of their week is violinist Olivia Li. A member member of the Southview Choral own. of the Chamber Orchestra, Olivia program for four years. During his also participates regularly in Solo time with the SV choirs he has Northview High School 2020 graduates Drew Sellers and Collin Ghesquiere and Ensemble and is a member of participated in a wide variety of the Greater Toledo International activities and performances. Ryker Youth Orchestra. In addition to her has taken part in the OMEA Solo & musical activities, Olivia is a Ensemble contest, receiving a captain of Science Olympiad, the Superior rating with the Southview president of Acts of Random Men’s Quartet, joined the choirs at Kindness Club, and a member of OMEA District Large Group Contest, the National Honor Society. After and participated in the OMEA graduation, Olivia will attend District 1 Honors Choir. He is the son college to major in biomedical of Bryan and Vicki Mangum. science. Olivia is the daughter of construct a bed for a child at the event held at Southview in collaboration Man Chan and Chun Li. with Let's Build Beds. –by Mary Helen Darah Rotary Welcomes Students Southview Tech Honored L-R: Northview High School students and crew members of the musical ‘My Anya Davidson is a senior in Visual Fair Lady’ Logan Ostrowski, Katie Otersen, Luna G. Cherry and Katie Communication Design II. Last year Maher are introduced by Northview Principal Mark Pugh at the Sylvania Anya completed Visual Rotary Club meeting. –by Mary Helen Darah Communication Design I as a junior and continues to excel during her senior year in the program. Anya excels at both 3D and 2D design, though her true passion is for graphic or 2D design. Anya has always been an outstanding student with an amazing work ethic and attitude that has never wavered in VCD. Anya’s personal self-expression comes from both art and design. After graduation Anya plans to major in graphic design at University of Eastern Michigan. TOMASE DENTAL CARE Frogtown Computers Friendly and Caring Team, Your Comfort is our Priority! 419.517.6069 • Free Recycling Accepting new patients! WE BUY USED COMPUTERS AND APPLE iOS DEVICES OUT OF WARRANTY APPLE COMPUTERS ARE OUR SPECIALTY SMILES ARE THIS EASY! STOYH1LAF1VNABYNKUEISAYAINOFREUOSSRS! In-home setup of your new Mac/PC, Call Dr. Timothy Tomase for a variety of treatment options to restore wireless router in-home install Mac & PC Upgrades & Repair your smile to health, comfort and beauty. PC Malware / Virus Cleanup FREE ESTIMATES 7616 King’s Pointe Rd. • Sylvania Township 419.474.5858 • www.toledoohiodental.com 6565 Erie St., Sylvania 43560 www.frogtowncomputers.com ESTABLISHED 2009 • A LOCALLY OWNED AND OPERATED BUSINESS

MID DECEMBER 2021 • SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM 19A Toledo-based tennis team places third at USTA National Tournament Twos Athletic Club celebrated a third-place ents representing several countries including SV Cheer Team Performs at Disney finish for its 7.0 mixed doubles team at the Turkey, Japan and India. These competitors are United States Tennis Association National on a tennis court several nights a week for prac- The Sylvania Southview Varsity Football Cheerleading Squad - L-R, back Championship in Surprise, Ariz. Not only is the tice, league play and social events. row: Tara Langenderfer, Caylee Piasecki, Gabby Dunn, Addi Lee, Arie team third in the nation, they are first place Hessling, Marisa Ragusa; front row: Abby Christen, Haley Charville, Molly champions in Ohio and in the Midwest USTA Formed in 2020, the team was intended to be Altman, Charley Bauer, Todja Kyles and coach Kortney Nieckarz adult league for age 18 and over players. This competitive and fun with dreams of qualifying performed at Walt Disney World Nov. 19-22. The team qualified by year’s 7.0 league included 530 teams with a total for the national championship. They were unde- participating in a UCA summer camp where they earned a superior ribbon of 7,979 players throughout the country. feated during the regular season; however, state, for their team’s performance. The team was part of the Varsity Spirit sectional and national championships were can- Spectacular and marched down Main Street in the Magic Kingdom. The “What an impressive feat for our adult league celled during the COVID-19 pandemic. The event was a wonderful way to end Coach Nieckarz’s final season after players and a big win for Northwest Ohio,” said team continued in 2021 finishing at the national serving as head coach of cheer at Southview for the past 14 years. Mark Faber, Director of Tennis for Twos Ath- championship with a combined two-season letic Club. “This is a milestone for the club as our record of 27 wins and 3 losses. first ever USTA team to play at a national cham- pionship.” In addition, nearly half the team played on a Twos Athletic Club 6.0 mixed doubles team, The team includes Selin Bastas, team captain, which recently won second place in the USTA Gilbert Rangel Jr., co-captain, Jacob Connolly, Midwest Sectionals Championship and ending Amber Fischer, Rick Hausman, Kate Keating, their season with 16 wins and 1 loss. Mike King, Mika Noda, Hannah Small, Sushil Sudershan, Brad Vogelbacher and Jennifer Zinz Now this competitive group is setting its with individual player ratings from 3.0, 3.5 and sights on 8.0 mixed doubles. USTA rules state 4.0 between the men and women adding up to that teams who play at national championships 7.0 pairings. may not have more than three of the same play- ers on a team at the same level for the following Tennis is more than a casual hobby for this season. group of adults with diverse backgrounds as business professionals, college students and par- Twos Athletic Club held a banner signing and celebration for its 6.0 and 7.0 teams on Dec. 4. Northview Athlete Honored The Discovery Shop SMALL, INDEPENDENT, LOCAL, ART SUPPLY STORE FOR THE LOVE OF ART INC. Junior Kamryn Hunt is only the second Upscale Resale player in the 45 years of Northview 6600 Sylvania • 419-882-6567 The gift of art, Volleyball to be named All-Ohio twice from the heart... (Megan Beier, 1998 & 1999) as she was Hours: Mon-Sat 10-4 Honorable Mention All-Ohio in 2021 •ART SUPPLIES and Third Team All-Ohio in 2020. In • Unique gifts • Vintage and trendy •CUSTOM FRAMING addition, for the 2021 season, she was clothing • Artwork • Furniture •ART CLASSES named First Team All-NLL and First • Dishes • Jewelry • Silver Team All-District VII. Kam led the • Knickknacks AGES 5 – ADULT Wildcats to their 2nd consecutive •STAFFED BY District Final, their 3rd in 4 years. As an All proceeds go to the individual, she led the team in kills American Cancer Society WORKING ARTISTS (329), attack attempts (887), passing attempts (521), perfect passes (176) Everything for every artist - and passing rating (1.95) and was top kids & adults, students & professionals! 3 on the team in points played (3370), blocks (28), digs (200), points won on 4027 N. Holland-Sylvania serve (128), and hit .218 on the year.  Just NORTH of Sylvania Ave. on Holland Sylvania Rd. –by John Crisman AssetWare Photography 419-882-2060 forloveart.wordpress.com

MID DECEMBER 2021 • SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM 20A Lions Club Hosts Special Event The bridge Sylvania Lions Club members and volunteers prepare to welcome over 100 between modern guests to a dinner for the visually impaired at Epworth United Methodist medicine and Church. natural remedies IS ON MONROE STREET. The experts at ProMedica L-R: Sylvania Lions Club co-chairs of Linda Armstrong gets a hug from Natural Wellness Shop offer safe, the event Deb Chany and Jan Tidd Santa (Fred LeFebvre) at the dinner high-quality products that can be relax after a job well done. held Dec. 2. –by Mary Helen Darah incorporated as you manage your health and well-being. Our SAFS Receives Area Donations licensed and certi ed practitioner provides wellness services including acupuncture, cupping and other therapies. Expect the same level of care and expertise that you have come to know from ProMedica. Stop by and we will help you with your natural wellness plan. L-R: Kenneth Wines, community relations at Sylvania Area Chamber of Commerce, Sylvania Area Family Services Executive Director Dottie Segur and Sylvania Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Tiffany Scott unload toys collected from chamber members during the organization’s Dec. 1 meeting at Sylvania Country Club. VISIT 5700 Monroe St., Entrance B, Suite 114 Timberstone Junior High School 6th grade math teacher and student US AT: Sylvania, Ohio 43560 council advisor Jennifer Kasee, along with fellow student council advisor Brooke Schumacher (not pictured), delivers food collected by students to 567-585-0500 Sylvania Area Family Services Dec. 2. –by Mary Helen Darah Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. Saturday, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. ProMedicaNaturalWellnessShop.com © 2021 ProMedica

SECTION B December 13 — January 9, 2022 Vol. 26, No. 18 • sylvaniaadvantage.com YOUR HOMETOWN GOOD NEWS PAPER Ahoy Clauses! Bringing trees for those in need on the Christmas Tree Ship rs. Claus, or Sue Spiess joins her husband Santa Claus aka Dave Spiess in waving to the large crowd gathered at the National Museum of the Great Lakes 2021 Christmas Tree Ship event. Community members purchase trees or a holiday gift cards for families in need then joined dockside for the arrival of the Christmas Tree Ship that deliver over 60 trees to brighten the holidays for families in the community. —by Mary Helen Darah

2B SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE • MID DECEMBER 2021 Food Wine Tastings Holiday Floral Classes Ho! Ho! Holiday Cookie Bars The Bottle Shop Beautiful Blooms by Jen BY JENNIFER ALEXANDER RUPLE Mancy’s Italian Grill 5675 Main St. 5453 Monroe St. The holidays are upon us, and I’m Thursdays, 4 - 8 pm Grinch Tree Tween and Teen finding it hard to believe The “old normal” wine tastings are Classes this is my final column back. Grab a table, a seat at the Saturday, Dec. 18, 11 am, 12, 1 for 2021. I’ve baked many bar, or stand and roam the store. & 2 pm cookies for my finale over mancysitalian.com Sunday, Dec. 19, 11 am, 12 and the years, and this year is 1 pm no different except that Sofo’s Italian Market Create a Grinch tree and complete I’m presenting them in bar form. 5400 Monroe St. your Christmas shopping while at the Wednesday, Dec. 15, 6-8 pm shop! Choose your timeslot. Cost in- Cookie bars are fun and simple to make, oen Swirl. Smell. Sip. Repeat. Wine and cludes materials, supplies and instruc- taking less time than traditional cookies. ey food sampling event. $15 per person. tion. Class is designed for teens and are perfect for sharing and easy to transport to Reservations required; call 419-882- tweens, but can accommodate holiday parties, school or the office. You won’t 8555. younger kids (ages 6 and up) with want to miss Gingerbread Cookie Bars with shopsofos.com parental assistance. mouthwatering cream cheese frosting, Fancy Chocolate Chip Bars and Fudgy Brownie Tree Bars. Last Minute Gifts Under $30 Shining Bright Centerpiece Tuesday, Dec. 21, 5:30 pm ank you from the bottom of my heart for reading and supporting my cooking adventures. It The Bottle Shop Create a gorgeous holiday center- means the world to me when you stop me along the sidewalk or in a store to tell me you’ve Mancy’s Italian Grill piece for your table or buffet in a read, saved or tried a recipe I’ve shared. Happy holidays from my kitchen to yours. 5453 Monroe St. keepsake silver mercury glass Thursday, Dec. 23 pedestal vase with red flowers and 4 pm - 8 pm red candles. $79.95 per person. Tick- Enjoy a complimentary cheese selec- ets available at eventbrite.com. tion. Sip and explore the shoop. Reservations: 419-277-2514 Home Decor Holiday Open House The Butter Barn 5541 Consear Rd., Ottawa Lake Dec. 17 - 19, 10 am - 4 pm Final market of the year! Shop the Butter Barn’s trees for unique hand- made ornaments. Vintage Christmas decorations, antiques, handcrafted furniture and home decor. butterbeansantiques.com Got food or home and garden events? Email [email protected] Make your holiday special! Call now to order our melt-in-your- mouth prime rib! Sylvania Waterville 419.885.3505 419.878.7691 5519 S. Main St. 9533 Waterville Swanton Rd.

MID DECEMBER 2021 • SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM 3B Gingerbread Cookie Bars Calling all gingerbread aficionados! If you love the sweet and spicy flavors in gingerbread cookies and cakes, you will adore them in bars. Plus, the 1/2-inch-thick cream cheese frosting takes them over the edge. Servings: 24 bars 2 1/4 cups flour Cream Cheese Frosting 2 teaspoons baking soda 1 tablespoon cinnamon 1/2 cup butter, soened 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 8 ounces cream cheese, soened 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon salt Holiday sprinkles 3/4 cup butter, soened 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/3 cup molasses 1 egg 1/4 cup whole milk Heat oven to 350 F. Coat a 9 x 13-inch pan with baking spray or line with parchment paper. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, nutmeg and salt. Set aside. In a large bowl, with an electric mixer, beat butter, sugar, brown sugar, vanilla and molasses until light and airy, about 4-5 minutes. Add half of the flour mixture to the butter mixture and begin to combine. Add in milk and start mixing again. Add in the rest of the flour mixture and mix until just incorporated. With a spatula, spread batter into prepared pan. Bake for 20 minutes or until set and a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool completely. In the meantime, prepare cream cheese frosting by creaming together butter and cream cheese. Add powdered sugar (one cup at a time) and vanilla extract. Mix until light and fluffy. Once bars have cooled completely, frost. en shake on sprinkles. For extra smooth-cut edges, pop the pan into the refrigerator for an hour or so, then cut bars into squares and serve. (Recipe adapted from inspiredbycharm.com) Extra Fancy Cookie Bars Put a holiday spin on traditional chocolate chip cookie bars. ese buttery bars get all dressed up for the party with the addition of red and green M&M’s and sprinkles. Servings: 24 bars 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature 1 cup light brown sugar, packed 1/2 cup granulated sugar 2 large eggs, room temperature 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 3 cups flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon salt 1 cup of red and green M&M’s 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips 1/4 red and green sprinkles Heat oven to 350 F. Line a 9 x 13-inch baking dish with parchment paper. In a large bowl, using a stand mixer or hand mixer, beat the butter, brown sugar and granulated sugar. Mix in the eggs and vanilla. In a medium bowl, whisk to combine flour, baking soda and salt. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Fold in about 3/4 of the M&M’s, chocolate chips and sprinkles. Press dough into prepared baking dish. Top with remaining M&M’s, chocolate chips and sprinkles, pressing them down slightly into the dough. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until edges are light brown. Allow to cool completely before cutting into bars. (Recipe adapted from crayonsandcravings.com) Fudgy Brownie Tree Bars I utilized my go-to brownie recipe for this dessert. e decorating is more of a concept rather than an exact recipe. Once brownies are baked and have cooled completely, cut out as many triangles as you can (I was able to get six from an 8 x 8-inch pan). Trim trees with ready-made cookie icing and sprinkles. For the tree trunks, break candy canes and carefully insert them into bottoms of the triangles. Servings will vary. 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter, still warm 1 cup granulated sugar 2 large eggs 2 tablespoons water 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 2/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 2/3 cup powdered sugar 3/4 cup flour 1 cup chocolate chips 1/2 teaspoon salt Heat oven to 350 F. Line an 8 x 8-inch pan with parchment paper. In a large bowl, combine granulated sugar and warm butter. Stir briefly then allow to sit undisturbed for 5 minutes. e heat from the butter will begin to dissolve the sugar helping to make a shiny/crackly crust. Aer 5 minutes, whisk the butter and sugar vigorously for 30 seconds. Add eggs, water and vanilla, whisking again for 30 seconds. Sprinkle cocoa powder, powdered sugar, flour, chocolate chips and salt over wet ingredients. Stir mixture until it is glossy and well combined. Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Be careful not to overbake. (Recipe adapted from celebratingsweets.com)

4B SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE • MID DECEMBER 2021 Local Bakery Holds Blanket Drive TOM COLE Andrea Gear of Geer Edibles Family Bakery, REFLECTIONS 8252 Mayberry Square, is holding a blanket drive in collaboration with #warmhearts. The There is organization was started by a young woman crying in whose mission is to keep people warm on football cold nights. New and gently used adult blankets may be dropped off at the bakery. Five or six weeks Donors will receive a $2 coupon off a dozen ago Detroit Lions donuts valid Jan. 11 through Feb. 28, 2022. head coach, after a Those who donate a blanket will also be gut-wrenching loss entered in a drawing for prizes that will be on a last play field announced on Dec. 23. Monetary donations goal, broke down will also be accepted at the Geer Edibles and cried at the Family Bakery or donations can be made by post-game press visiting oliviaswarmhearts.org. conference. He was widely castigated and made fun of ... the audacity of a tough foot- Kingston Assists Mobile Meals ball coach crying in public. Tom Hanks said a long time ago in the L-R: Emily Roach of movie A League of Their Own that, “There’s Kingston Residence of no crying in baseball.” Sylvania and Rochelle All the sports media and the myriad of Rodgers, volunteer fans that have ripped the coach for crying coordinator for Mobile in public, to me, are very wrong. I don’t Meals, prepare bags for know much about baseball and crying but recipients of Mobile Meals. after spending sixty years in football on Kingston of Sylvania has a many levels, as a player, coach and broad- partnership with Mobile caster, I definitely know there is crying in Meals to provide goodies football. for the residents receiving Football is an incredibly emotional Mobile Meals’ service. game. You have to invest a lot physically and emotionally to be able to play or coach. I have seen remarkably tough football play- ers cry in the locker room after a very dif- ficult loss. I have seen great coaches choke up when addressing their team in victory or defeat. Football fans or sports talking heads that think it is a sign of weakness for a coach or player to cry in a football situa- tion could not be more wrong. As a matter of fact I think it shows strength that some- one was unafraid to show their feelings in front of their peers. Bill Walsh, truly one of the greatest foot- ball coaches of all time, early in his career, before Super Bowls with the 49ers, was on the plane on the way home after a very tough 49ers loss. Bill started to cry uncon- trollably. Dick Vermeil, Super Bowl coach of the Rams, used to cry every other week at the Eagles press conferences. Joe Na- math, the first time he retired from pro football with the Jets, cried openly on na- tional TV. I don’t think anyone would question the toughness of any of the afore- mentioned football gentlemen. So I can tell you unequivocally, there is crying in football in every high school and college locker room in America. I would also go so far as to say that crying in foot- ball is a reaction to the total commitment, physically and emotionally, to a team com- peting. It is representative of someone that truly cares and competes with every ounce of energy that they have. Someone that has given all that they have to give. I think toughness is being willing show that you care and show that you will push yourself to your limits to reach your goals. Every now and then there will be tears involved. Most definitely there is crying in foot- ball! Tom Cole is the Community Outreach Coor- dinator for the Taylor Automotive Family and teaches broadcasting at St. John’s Jesuit and Adrian College.

MID DECEMBER 2021 • SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM 5B MARK LUETKE least five years. Experts say that the emo- Start the tional quality of a relationship declines by LOOKING SIDEWAYS 1/3 for every year we don’t see an old friend. savings! Faithful That doesn’t even include our experi- on auto insurance Friends ences with COVID-19. Half of us report los- Provide ing touch with at least some of our friends McGuire Group Holiday during the quarantine. Clearly, some people Insurance Agency Gift are already resuming a few of those old re- lationships. Yet others are reluctant to re- Cathy McGuire The next few sume friendships that may have been 6392 Monroe St weeks will give us fractured by political or health debates over Sylvania, OH 43560-1429 sounds of the sea- the past two years. 419-885-4600 son…in the stores, on our apps, at holiday [email protected] concerts. For me, the song “Merry Little Further, psychologist Robin Ian Mac- Christmas” always sets a proper tone. I like Donald Dunbar says that none of us can S1039b Not all companies are licensed or operate in all states. Not all products are offered in all states. Go to erieinsurance.com for company licensure and territory information. this classic because it recalls “faithful handle more than a certain number of rela- friends who are dear to us,” and sets a mood tionships at one time. His “Dunbar number” 419-824-5200 that takes me back to the days when “trou- maxes out at just one or two “intimate bles were out of sight.” friends” (the people you fully confide in), • Units from 5x10 to 10x40 One memory goes back to fifth grade, five close friends, 15 best friends, 50 good • Climate-Controlled Units when halfway through the year a new kid friends, and 150 random acquaintances. • RV Parking showed up in our class. He was tall and gan- That is by and large the limit our brain and gly, but also relentlessly friendly…smiling, schedules can handle. 6424 Memorial Hwy., chatting up his new classmates. He moved Ottawa Lake, MI from Detroit because of his dad’s job. The Still, science repeatedly affirms that family re-located to an old apartment near friendships of any kind are a key driver of AT THE OH & MI STATE LINE the post-World War II tract development happiness. The Mayo Clinic reports that where our school had popped up along with friends enrich our lives and make us health- Nationally Accredited the all the new houses…and the Baby Boom ier. Friends deliver benefits that include Locally Committed students. lower stress and improved self-confidence. His name is Don Weber, and he became my longest-standing friend. (I choose my All of that makes it worth mentioning words carefully here, because my wife Sandy that “National Call a Friend Day” is coming has always been my best friend.) up on Dec. 28. Yes, it’s a thing. It’s unclear Don and I went on through high school how it started, but the day seems to be a re- together and were in each other’s weddings. sponse to technology such as smartphones, Sandy and I were godparents to Don and social media, email, and texts that foster Kathie’s daughter, Ellison. We joined them contacts that are constant and instant…but on vacations, plus virtually every New Year’s perhaps not intimate. Eve and New Year’s Day for 50 years. As the song says, “Through the years we’ll always Call a Friend Day reminds us to take a be together.” couple of moments and reach out by voice But before Don, there was first friend to someone who is (or once was) important Chris, who lived three houses down the to us…the kid who sat next to us on the block when I was four. We were inseparable school bus, a teacher who directed the high until about fourth grade, and then over time school musicals, college friends, our sup- we lost touch…even though we lived in the portive first boss. same town. Perhaps 15 years ago I ran into him in an elevator of a building where he Columnist and author Bob Green grew worked as an assistant prosecutor catching up in an Ohio suburb very much like Sylva- deadbeat dads. We scheduled a lunch at the nia; therefore, he understands the kind of “Happy Hour” saloon in our old neighbor- friendships that can be built here…and hood, swapped stories, strolled past our for- their long-term value. mer homes…and have never seen each other again. “We all, if we’re lucky, have someone in None of this should surprise us. Nearly our lives who remains close to us no matter 50 percent of Americans say they met their where the world leads us….our first friends, closest friends before they were 21. Some 45 our oldest friends,” he writes. “Friendship is percent of adults say it is difficult to form the only thing that lasts forever. No one can new relationships: data shows that the aver- take it away from you, except yourself.” age person has not made a new friend in at Keep that thought in mind as you con- sider an unrelated piece of data from the marketing world: many people prefer hand- made gifts rather than store-bought items at holiday time. So, think, what is one thing that you can make this year that would be appreciated most? How about a phone call to an old friend? Longtime Sylvania resident Mark Luetke has served on city council, the board of education, and numerous foundation and community boards. READ ALL OF MARK LUETKE’S COLUMNS ONLINE AT SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM

6B SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE • MID DECEMBER 2021 SYLVANIA–THEN AND NOW LOOKING BACK SPECIAL EDITION BY GAYLEEN GINDY 12290 Sylvania-Metamora Rd Keeler’s Korners In the early morning hours of September 26 brick building as they traveled west over the old records on microfilm show: 1923. a fire started in one of our area’s most historic years. Something about it made people want to July 3, 1913 – Bertice & Allie A. Kilburn • Maynard Hugh Janney – born 1911 - buildings located in Berkey, Ohio. The building stop and buy something, just to see the inside, Oct. 15, 1917 – Joseph E. & Ida E. Page is located on the northeast corner of Sylvania- to get a glimpse into the past. When walking in 1928 – Jasper Smith Janney & Clarence Lee went by Pete Janney – he married Neva Bow- Metamora and Berkey-Southern Roads. For the front door you were taken back in time. The man in 1931. over 30 years the building has been known as smell was that of 108 years of occupancy, and Janney (brothers) Keeler’s Korners. The townspeople have known it was a wonderful smell. Feb. 20, 1942 – Clarence Lee Janney By the 1930 census Smith Janney and family it as part of their very small downtown since Sept. 1, 1959 – Maynard H. Janney were living in Berkey operating the general 1913. Sylvanians have admired this old red- This corner property was only sold a few Dec. 6, 1984 – James & Patricia A. Keeler store. Family records said that they lived on the times over that 108 year span. Here’s what the Dec. 31, 1992 - Gary T. & Lori A. Keeler second floor. This census shows that he owned May 7, 1997 – Gary T. Keeler the building valued at $8,000. He was 30 years Lucas County records show the building was old, married, and the owner of the general store. Isma B. Janney was his wife, 29 years old. constructed in 1913 while the property was Also living with them were their children: Ulis owned by the Kilburns. The Toledo & Western Janney – 5 years old; Arnold Janney – 2 years Railway had laid their tracks down Sylvania- old. Metamora Road ten years earlier, and Berkey needed a general store and a place for the train The next year, in 1931, Smith Janney moved to stop. The Kilburns filled that need. Bertice to Trilby (now Toledo) and started operating a Kilburn and Allie Westerman were married in general store on Alexis Road at the corner of 1891 in Lucas County and the 1900 and 1910 Gay Street; although he and his brother contin- census records show them living in Richfield ued to own the Berkey building. Janney family Township. In 1910 he was 41 years old and histories said that the youngest brother, May- listed as a farmer. Allie was 40 years old. Their nard Janney, known as “Pete” began working at five children were living with them including: the Berkey store on a part-time basis in 1928 Floyd – 17; Ethel – 13; Wanda – 12; Lula – 9; and Dewayne – 6. They built the building and while still in high school. Then he continued to only owned it for four years, selling it in 1917. work there for his older brothers, after gradu- The next year, in 1918, Bertice Kilburn was ating from Lambertville High School in 1929. killed when he was lighting a gasoline stove He started managing the business in 1931 when which exploded and burned him. His obituary he was 20 years old. Also in 1931, while oper- said that. “He lived between two worlds from ating this store, he married Neva Bowman. She that time to March 4, 1918 at seven am when was a Sylvania girl and grew up near Brint and without a struggle he passed into the future Mitchaw. Records show that in 1934 Pete and life.” He was 48 years old. In the 1920 census Neva purchased the home at 12156 Sylvania- Allie was still living in downtown Berkey with Metamora, five houses east of their store, and her son Floyd in close proximity to the store. family records said that Pete purchased the Both Bertice and Allie are buried in Ford mercantile business in 1937. But property deed Cemetery in Berkey. records show that his brother C. Lee Janney still continued to own the building until 1959. In 1917 Joseph E. and Ida E. Page purchased the building and according to the 1920 census When the 1940 census was taken Pete Jan- they were living here and operating a general ney was found living in Berkey still operating store here. Joseph was listed as 54 years old and his grocery store. He was listed as 29 years old. employed as the owner of this retail general Neva was listed as 35 years old, and their chil- store. His wife Ida Page was listed as 54 years dren living at home included Joanne S. – 7 years old, and living with them was their son Joseph old; Gareth M. – 6 years old; and John S. – 3 J. Page – 26 years old – employed as a salesman years old. Also, as of this 1940 census Jasper at the general store, and Mary Jacquet, servant, Smith Janney was listed living on Alexis Road 47 years old – working for Page family. Joseph in Trilby operating his own grocery store with Page died in 1924, and Ida Page sold the build- his brother Clarence Lee Janney who was living ing four years later in 1928. When the 1930 on Glenn Street. census was taken Ida Page was renting a home at 5738 Phillips Avenue in Sylvania. In 1942 Smith Janney purchased the prop- erty at 5765 Secor Road at Alexis Road, and In 1928 Jasper Smith Janney and his brother continued a family hardware store there, Jan- Clarence Lee Janney purchased the building. ney’s Hardware, while brother Lee Janney con- Their parents were Clarence E. and Elsie tinued to operate a grocery store on Alexis (Smith) Janney, who had eight children while Road, C. Lee Janney & Sons Red & White Store. living in Bedford Township, Michigan. Three Also in 1942 deed records show that Clarence of their children were boys, and these three boys went on to operate three different com- mercial stores in Lucas County. It gets confusing because none of these brothers used their given first names: • Jasper Smith Janney – born 1900 - went by Smith Janney – he married Isma Comstock in 1921. • Clarence Lee Janney – born 1902 - went by Lee Janney – he married Dorothy Hirst in

MID DECEMBER 2021 • SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM 7B SYLVANIA–THEN AND NOW Lee Janney purchased full ownership of the and the occasional customer stacked the gro- future for the store. The family says offers have siding there when the fire occurred, although Berkey property and building from his brother ceries on the counter and when ready to check been tendered, so a second life is possible for thankfully no one was home at the time of the Smith Janney. The youngest brother, Pete, out we punched the price stamped on every can the building. What was once an indispensable fire. rented the building and continued to operate into the cash register, hit total and a narrow rib- part of daily rural life in Berkey might be im- the grocery store until he finally purchased the bon of paper printed out with just the price of portant again – this time to antique collectors.” In 1988 a local artist named Gail Northcott building in 1959 from C. Lee. each item – no description. There were no painted a beautiful painting of the old credit cards. Customers could buy on credit, Ron Janney added, “The store was a meeting Janney/Keeler building and it is shown here. After the 1940 census was taken Pete and but that required entering each can, package of place for locals. There was a hot air register in Years later after the Janney kids saw it, they Neva had three more children: Richard N. Jan- meat, pack of gum, on a pad with the cus- the floor with a bench close by. In the winter, loved the painting so much that they asked Gail ney; Ronald L. Janney; and Alan H. Janney. tomer’s name written on top of the pad.” Ron the farmers and other locals would sit on the to paint six more, one for each of the six Janney Richard Janney recently said in an email, “Our Janney wrote, “Prior to World War II, the store bench, and socialize.” There were also some kids, which she did, and they each cherish to family was divided into two groups: The big was a thriving business. My dad would buy things that not many of the locals were aware this day. kids, Joanne, Gary and John; and the little kids, sides of beef, cases of bananas, and many other of. “My Dad was usually armed with a small me (Richard), Ron and Alan. Everyone called grocery items. He also stocked hardware, farm pistol, and there was always one available to us A few years ago the Vernors sign on the west our dad Pete, even though his name was May- products, and clothing items, including in the event of a robbery. My brother Rich and outside wall was becoming faded. A grandson, nard, and no one seems to know the reason. Carhartt work clothes, Wolverine shoes, to- I would stay in the store all night, and we were Jeff Guyton, because of his love for the building Our mom, Neva, taught first grade in Sylvania. bacco products, Spangler candies, and drug armed with a shotgun, a rifle and handguns. and fond memories of his grandfather and his We all served sometime working in the store.” store items. Beans, sugar, and rock salt were in We were willing to take on anyone foolish store, came here from NYC and repainted the bulk bins. There was a large wooden butcher enough to try anything. Looking back on this, sign, with the permission of the current owner It was reported that at one time there was a block, where I developed my skills as a meat I think we may have been the foolish ones, but who set up the scaffolding for him. That mural yellow arrow painted on the roof of this build- cutter. When supermarkets opened, the small things were different in those days.” He recalled, survived the fire. ing that guided early pilots in the direction of grocery, or general merchandise stores suf- “My brother Al reminded me of one time when the old Franklin airfield that used to exist where fered.” a Lenawee County constable asked us to help Today in 2021 the sign on the front of the the Franklin Park Mall is today. They would see him set up a road block for some bank robbers building reads: “Help Rebuild Keeler’s Korner” the arrow, and turn east toward Toledo. Daugh- He also recalled that just after WW II, and who might be driving through Berkey. On with a Go Fund Me QR code available to make ter Joanne said that her father, Pete, had a great before supermarkets and self-service stores, he many occasions, we would get a call from dad donations. Can this building be restored in fascination with airplanes. was required as a child to pull his red wagon to come up to the store from our house and order to continue this wonderful story? Or will from their house, just to the east, to the store, “bring two” (firearms) as the store would be it go down in history? When Berkey’s first fire department was es- with lunch in a basket for his dad who was too overrun with itinerant field workers who liked tablished in December of 1943, Pete Janney was busy to take a lunch break. While waiting for to shoplift, and otherwise cause some prob- one of the first community members to volun- the lunch to be eaten he would slip into the lems.” teer, and in fact, in the early days the fire truck garage attached to the north side of the store was stored in a garage that was once attached where his dad allowed the Berkey fire depart- A couple weeks after Pete Janney died, the to the back of Pete’s store. He served as their ment to store their fire truck. He would sit in Toledo Blade, on June 10, 1984, featured a Captain from 1943 to 1951 and in all served as the truck, which was a Jeep, and turn on the photo of the side of the building which said a volunteer fire fighter for the community for flashing red lights, until one day he went too far M.H. Janney, General Mdse. The headlines 39 years. From 1943 until the fire station was and turned on the siren. He said that his dad read, “Closing Shop – Pete Janney Is Gone, So built in 1947 the second floor of Janney’s store appeared rather quickly at the door and that They Shut The Door To His Store.” was used by the volunteer firemen as their ended that. Ron also recalled seeing the heavy meeting place and gathering place. Ron Janney oak timbers on the ceiling of the basement. He There are so many more stories written by wrote, “In a sense, the store was also one of the said that the basement was the full size of the the six Janney kids, about working and growing dispatch centers for the fire department. The store, and in the early days it was used for stor- up in downtown Berkey, there just isn’t enough early alarms were sounded by the telephone op- age. There was a large wooden elevator that was space here to tell all of those now. One final Jan- erator in Richfield, who would ring ten short used to get things up to the first floor, but in his ney comment that sums it up was made by Ron rings on all party lines, thereby alerting the fire- time the elevator was abandoned. Janney who said, “The recent fire at the store men of a fire.” Ron Janney said that after the fire has saddened all of us, and in one respect, is a station was built the upstairs was converted into In 1964 Pete Janney purchased the property tale of great irony.” Many of the Janney men two apartments, and remained that way while to the east of his store known as the old Gleaner throughout the years gave their time to the fire he worked at the store. Hall building, and then in 1966 he purchased service and then later worked for a living in the the old Kimbell property to the north, where fire service. Ron continued, “So when ‘our’ An article about the store in the June 2, the Kimbell home and barn once stood. Today store burned, we all felt a great loss, and are em- 1981 Toledo Blade said, “Upstairs, a big rail- this property has a large Morton building on it pathetic to the Keeler family. But for some of road-style flat was once home for the family. In that was built in 2005 by Gary Keeler. us, it was like losing a member of our family.” those days, a three-holer stood outside and a souvenir of that primitive sanitary system was Pete’s wife Neva (Bowman) Janney died in After Mr. Janney died, the family sold the unearthed from the back storage room on Fri- 1971 at the age of 66 years. Her obituary notice three parcels to Jim and Patricia Keeler in De- day. When the Janney family moved into a said she began her 27-year teaching career in a cember of 1984, and they named this corner larger home down the road, the upper level be- one-room schoolhouse on Corey Road, and “Keeler’s Korners.” They owned the building for came a meeting place for the first volunteer fire taught in Lima and Springfield Township. Then eight years, and in 1992 they sold the property, department in Berkey. And two shed rooms out she taught for 18 years for the Sylvania school as well as parcels to the east and north, to their back were turned over to house the first fire system, finishing her career at Sylvania’s High- nephew Gary Keeler. As I spoke to the area wagons .” land Elementary School in 1971. Pete operated business owners and residents they mentioned the store here in Berkey until shortly before he that in the last ten years Mr. Keeler had com- Pete Janney’s six children have many mem- passed away on May 24,1984. A June 2, 1981 pletely renovated the second floor and was re- ories of growing up in Berkey and working in Toledo Blade article said, “There may yet be a the store. Rich Janney wrote, “The Red & White had no grocery carts, one checkout counter,

8B SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE • MID DECEMBER 2021 Urbanski-Darkow Nuptials Dec. 9 is Stanley Chandler Day Alexa Maria Urbanski and James Louis Darkow, both graduates of Miami University where they met, will hold a “Miami merger” when they wed in Sylvania Mayor Craig Stough gives a Proclamation to Stanley Chandler who June of 2022. The couple will reside in Cincinnati after their summer turned 100 on Dec. 9 at the City Council meeting on Dec. 6. Chandler, a nuptials. The set of proud parents are Mary Kay and Jordan Urbanski of lifetime resident of Sylvania, attended Sylvania Schools, drove buses for Sylvania, Ohio and Barbara and Jeff Darkow from Avon Lake, Ohio. Sylvania Schools for 30 years and was a Pack Master for Sylvania Cub Scout Pack #195. He served in the United States Coast Guard during World War I, in Gembolis-Shuk-Stevens Nuptials the early 1950s owned and operated Arts’ Radio & TV for many years, volunteered for the Red Cross during the Blizzard of 1978 and was a pastor of the R.L.D.S. Church in Sylvania for more than 20 years. He lives with his daughter Rae Jean Bolster and her husband, John, who arranged a drive-by celebration with American Legion members and other friends on his birthday. HAPPY HOLIDAYS! Consider supporting Claire Gembolis and Zach Shuk-Stevens celebrated their marriage on Oct. the Clubs this 9 in a ceremony with immediate family on the property of her childhood holiday season! home. The bride is the daughter of Debbie Gembolis and the late Don Gembolis of Sylvania. The groom is the son of Earl and Millie Stevens of Scan with your phone to donate! Sylvania Township. The ceremony was officiated by the bride’s brother-in- OR law, Nate Manuel of Cedar Creek Church. A dinner reception was held at Inside the Five, Perrysburg, Ohio. Visit www.bgctoledo.org

MID DECEMBER 2021 • SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM 9B 60 Strong calendar honorees fore three squads from the Sylvania Township BY MARY HELEN DARAH Fire Department responded and I was taken Jim Carr to ProMedica Toledo Hospital.” Betsy Kenniston ‘enough,’ I start the process all over again. Yes, The online piece is to help people get all the Two Sylvania area residents are featured in The next few weeks were difficult for Carr it is a challenge but I’m living proof that age is information they need. It is not for addicts but the Toledo area 2022 60 Strong calendar, and his family. “The doctor told my wife I not a factor in living a full, energetic life. Being more for families dealing with addicts.” which came out in October. Jim Carr and wasn’t going to live,” he said. “My aorta had 60 doesn’t mean you have to stop moving. You Betsy Kenniston were chosen for the publica- ruptured, and I had to have a surgery that less just have to be willing to get out there and do The honorees are proud to be part of 60 tion devoted to celebrating those 60 to 69 than one percent survive.” Carr did live but it.” Strong and hope the calendar will motivate years old. Nominees for the calendar have ei- complications soon set in. “My sister said, ‘We others to be the best versions of themselves at ther overcome significant health issues, cared were watching you die.’ They once again read- After a close friend was murdered by an ad- any age. for someone in need, or provided an outstand- mitted me to the hospital and found my entire dicted family member, Kenniston also under- ing example of healthy living in their 60s. The body was full of blood clots.” wrote an online resource, APlace4Mary.com, Copies of the calendar with 12 inspiring calendar includes the stories of those featured for individuals and families dealing with ad- stories and health tips can be purchased for and is sponsored locally by the Toledo Clinic This near-death experience changed Carr. diction. She recalled, “My friend never wanted $15 at Toldeo60Strong.com. Physicians. Proceeds will benefit the Toledo “I vividly remember what I saw and experi- anyone to know what she was dealing with. Clinic Foundation. enced before I was told that it was not my time Carr was nominated by Chris Platz of the and to go back,” Carr recalled. “Since then, I YMCA. Platz, along with those who have have been much more focused on the here and spent time with Carr, believe that his story will now.” He believes sharing his experience can inspire others to live in the now and stay help others, “When I tell people that I am strong through adversity. grateful this happened they look shocked. It “I was pretty active my whole life,” stated grounded me and brought me a level of peace Carr. “I retired from ProMedica in 2016 and I and acceptance.” remained active and kept swimming regularly. On March 1, 2020, I was swimming in the Syl- Carr is still an avid swimmer. “But now I vania Northview pool, and I just did not feel get lost in it and no longer worry about how right. I do not recall anything else from that fast I go and how many laps I have completed. day, but I was told that three nurses happened I get in the water and just BE,” he said. to be there and immediately began CPR be- Calendar honoree Betsy Kenniston was nominated by friends in her pickleball com- munity. Kenniston has enjoyed being active her whole life and one of her greatest passions now is playing pickleball. She is a member of a local club and competes in tournaments in the USA and Europe. She has won over 60 medals. In addition to competitive play, she is an instructor locally and is a USA Pickleball Ambassador. “I also have a blog, ‘Crazy Pick- leball Lady,’ that offers free strategies for the novice to the seasoned player,” said Kenniston. Kenniston was nominated for her strength and endurance on the court and off. “I think the biggest honor was to be acknowledged for being active and for helping others realize they can be active at any age as well,” stated Ken- niston. “Everyone who is part of the 60 Strong calendar has or had a health challenge. I have had surgery for melanoma, and I feel ex- tremely fortunate to be healthy following that. I continue to get annual screenings and en- courage others to do the same as well.” Many would be surprised that the avid ath- letic honoree also struggles with weight. “Dur- ing retirement, I’ve lost 40 pounds through living a healthy, active lifestyle. I think I have lost 300 pounds over my lifetime. It is a con- stant battle. I have my ups and downs. When I feel myself starting to gain and think MIKE ZYCHOWICZ PerSonal Injury attorney Serving Sylvanians for over 30 years • Choose wisely 6591 West Central Ave. Suite 201, Toledo, Ohio 43617 e. [email protected] p. (419) 842-1166 f. (419) 842-0303 Zychowicz-law.com

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MID DECEMBER 2021 • SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM 11B And Miracle on Main Bring Joy Jessica Crace, Adrienne Bogedain, Samantha Hazel, Sarah Hazel, Riley Keel and Ava Mauk get ready for the Miracle on Main run. Nikki Ery and her children Jade, Christian and Owen make quite a statement as they finish the run on Main Street. Oh Christmas Tree aka Domingo Sheila Fernandez and Stacy Valdez is back for another race! Meridieth not only run they have fun along the way. Matthew Ritchey and his mother, Cahill Anspaugh watches the model Sarah, enjoy taking time to make trains travel around the track in the snowmen in the Armstrong Barn in Depot in the Heritage Sylvania the Heritage Sylvania Historic Village. Historic Village. Firemen from Perkins Township Fire Department Dan Sharpe, Zach Taylor and Brian Hackenberg plan to run in full gear plus Santa beards. Ann Scott and Nancy Crandall Nora Gochenour and Marley Wilhelm Thank you for your support celebrate completing the Miracle chat with Five Lakes Church by shopping local and on Main run with cups of hot volunteers Diana VanTassel and attending our classes! chocolate courtesy of Five Lakes daughter Nina, who serve hot Church. chocolate from the Five Lakes Church 5675 Main Street, Sylvania, Ohio | (419) 517-8821 booth. Find us on Facebook!

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MID DECEMBER 2021 • SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM 13B Opera Guild Holiday Gathering Marcy McMahon, Opera Guild Polly Tate and Linda Burge sell 50- president, Cathy McGuire, center, 50 tickets to Opera Guild members welcome Cindy Niggemyer, right, as they entered the home of Jane to the guild’s holiday lunch on Wurth to celebrate the Christmas Dec. 9. season. Garden Club Celebrates the Holidays L-R: Mary Alice Shirk, Lois Whiteman, Carol Gagliardi, Marci Braun and Jim Whiteman gather for the seasonal event. Members and guests of the Corey Woods Garden Club jumped into the holiday season with joy at a Dec. 1 luncheon. An ensemble from The Toledo School for the Arts entertained the group with holiday music. The Corey Woods Garden Club has been actively blooming and beautifying the Sylvania area for 59 years. The group looks forward to celebrating their 60th anniversary with gusto in 2022. –photo by Kitsie Valiton Shelli Jacobs, Jane Wurth and Pat Suzanne Rorick, June Rose Galvin Nowak talk about the Toledo with Opera Director of Operations Opera’s upcoming season. and Production Jim Norman enjoy chatting before lunch. –by Suzy Crawford Toys, Gift Cards Donated Flowers... The perfect gift! L-R: Santa Claus (Greg Slack), Sylvania Township Police Officer Clarence Whalen, Mary Gensler and Angie Wingerd, both of Skylight Financial, and Sylvania Township Police Chief Paul Long, gather at a toy and gift card holiday event held at Skylight Financial on Central Ave. The Skylight Foundation gave toys and gift cards to Sylvania Township Police Department and the Toledo Police Department to be given and used for children in the community. –by Mary Helen Darah

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He taught vacation Bible school, fa- Dominican Republic as an educational con- (Wendy) Riethmiller and James Riethmiller; man of great character, cilitated marriage classes, sang with the A sultant. several aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins, and strong convictions, and capella men’s choir, and was actively in- their children. She was preceded in death by deep faith. He was volved in the Toledo Emmaus community. Chris had two careers. The first was in her parents, her sister Diane (Wyer) known for his outgoing Most recently, he served as co-chair on the manufacturing and business. Chris worked Paszkiet, and parents-in-law Kenneth L. and personality, his wicked sense of humor, and board of directors for The Lazarus Experi- at Floating Floors and then Owens Corning Patricia Riethmiller. his straightforwardness. He was pragmatic, ence, a prison re-entry ministry. For the in the 1980s before landing at Scottdel, LLC witty, compassionate, generous, honest, fru- past few years, Chris spent a third of the in Swanton, Ohio. where he worked his way As a teen Carol participated in 4H Club gal, wise and fun. Chris is gone too soon, but year in Florida where he became an active up from foreman to president of the com- and taught Sunday School. She knew then left a tremendous impact on the lives of all member of the Roser Memorial Church. He pany. During that time, he also founded a that she was an educator, a realization that who knew him. frequently attended Bible study classes, small recycling company while earning his joyfully permeated every aspect of her life. He was born June 14, 1955, in Toledo to helped with special capital improvement bachelor’s degree in business administration After graduating from Grass Lake High the late Joseph and Dolores (Byczynski) projects and special events. Regardless of lo- from Lourdes University. School in 1966, Carol attended Eastern Kreft. He attended St. Catherine’s Elemen- cation, Chris began each day with devotion Michigan University. On Aug. 9, 1969 she tary School and graduated from Central to God followed by a long walk in nature. In 1999, he left Scottdel to pursue pur- married her high school sweetheart, Catholic High School in 1974. poseful work with an international mission Michael Riethmiller. She received her edu- Chris was deeply committed to his family. In his free time, he enjoyed riding his organization. This endeavor took him as far cation degree from Eastern Michigan in He was a devoted husband to his wife of 40 Harley Davidson motorcycle, firearm target as Tajikistan to deliver medical supplies to 1970 and began teaching second grade in years, Constance; a proud father of four chil- practice and, recently, he took up guitar fa- children. He also flew children back to the Grass Lake, putting Michael through med- dren Sabrina A. (Greg) Wistain, Nicholas A. voring music of the Beatles, Eric Clapton, U.S. for surgery. During this time, he re- ical school. When they moved to upstate (Rachael) Kreft, Michael K. (Abbey) Sachs, most classic rock, and outlaw country. Chris turned to college and earned his master’s New York for Michael’s residency, they and Rachel L. (Brian) Bell; a beloved grand- loved travelling with friends and family degree in 2004 in special education from began their family and Carol stayed home father to, Neil, Audrey, Olivia, Eliette, both within the U.S. to almost every state, Bowling Green State University. In 2003, he and brought her education experience to Phillip, Ethan, Gabriel, Makenna, Jacob and many national parks, and special activities began his career as an educator, student raising their children. As a mom she shared Henry. His love for them was exceptional. like salmon fishing in Alaska, whitewater teaching at Anthony Wayne High School, her love of books and reading with her chil- His siblings, Bonnie (Robert) Boes, Jeffery rafted on various rivers in Virginia and Col- then becoming a special education teacher dren. The family traveled to Williamsburg, (Pamela) Kreft, and Gregory (Jennifer) Kreft orado, and remote backpacking in upstate at Springfield High School in 2004. He Yorktown, and many other historical areas remain to cherish his memory. New York. Internationally, he drove a dog eventually earned a post-graduate certifi- and battlefields. Locally, Carol spent many cate in school administration from BGSU hours at the library, zoo, and museum with and took a position in 2007 as associate her children. Summers were filled with principal at Washington Junior High School crafts and activities. The house was also until he retired in 2016. His approach was usually filled with all of her children’s an interesting mix of firm discipline, sup- friends to whom she opened her home and portive encouragement with a splash of mis- her heart. Carol was a Girl Scout troop chief. He facilitated the “Man Up” program leader for both of her daughters. As her to mentor at-risk youth by providing a pos- children grew, Carol returned to the class- itive male role model. He was beloved by room as a preschool teacher at Epworth faculty, staff, and students alike. His work ECEC. She loved her time working again ethic was inspirational and exemplary. with students. She retired after 16 years teaching there, but teaching continued as Chris had a love for history, politics, and Carol strategically set up her house for her debate. He loved The Ohio State Buckeyes grandchildren. It looked just like a pre- and enjoyed most sports. He was a referee school. She continued to share her love of for soccer during the many years while his books with her grandchildren and you children played. Above all, Chris found his could often find her reading a book to a greatest joy in spending time with his fam- grandchild curled up in her lap. Recently ily. A small comfort in this time of sorrow she had been volunteering as a reading tutor is that he passed away while vacationing at a local elementary school. with his family in Tucson, Ariz. His absence will be deeply felt on this earth, but his pres- Carol loved crafting: needlepoint, knit- ence in Heaven will be celebrated. ting, and sewing. She lovingly crafted and sewed her children’s Halloween costumes. Memorial contributions are suggested to She also loved to travel. Williamsburg was a one of the following: The Lazarus Experi- top destination for her and Michael. She ence: thelazarusexperience.org, East-West cherished the family Disney World trip and Ministries International, 2001 West Plano her 50th birthday trip to London, England. Pkwy, Ste 3000, Plano, TX 75075 Attn: Music was always playing in the house and David Blessing/Africa, or Waterville Com- car. Her favorites include The Beatles, John munity Church: watervillecc.org/give. Serv- Denver, Anne Murray, Dave Matthews ice provided by Walker Funderal Homes. Band, Yo-Yo Ma, and Joshua Bell. Carol ex- uded warmth and love to all who had the Carol Riethmiller pleasure of spending time with her. She gave steady, honest advice, much like her father. Carol Jean (Wyer) Ri- She never missed her children or grandchil- ethmiller, age 73, passed dren’s games, concerts, programs, or events. away Nov. 25, 2021. She She enjoyed sharing the many cherished was born Dec. 29, 1947, memories from her childhood spent with the daughter of Carl W. her parents, sister, and extended family. She and Marjorie J. (Hub- loved deeply and was deeply loved. bard) Wyer. She is sur- vived by her husband of In lieu of flowers, donors could consider 52 years, Michael K. Ri- ethmiller MD of Sylva- nia, Ohio; son David (Rose) Riethmiller;

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