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October 25 — November 8, 2021 Time-Sensitive Material Vol. 26, No. 15 • sylvaniaadvantage.com PRSRT STD U.S. Postage PAID Sylvania, OH 43560 Permit No. 8 YOUR HOMETOWN GOOD NEWS PAPER Three members of the Sylvania Advantage Junior Delivery Team gather to encourage voters to cast their ballots. L-R: Michael Stampflmeier, Richard Rehkemper, and Keegan Stokes. 2021 Election Guide Fall Festival Weekend is the Best Another member of the Rosie O’Shea is amazed Sylvania Junior Delivery at all of the fun Team is Cooper Linehan. activities she finds For election information, during the Fall Festival check out our special weekend. section —Page 10A —Pages 1-16C



FIRST NOVEMBER 2021 • SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM 3A How Does Your Garden Grow? Dan Huetson and Lisa Cronenelt learn about the wildflower and native gardens from Toledo Memorial Park’s head gardener Brittany Durco. Downtown Delights returns to Sylvania Downtown Sylvania Association business ambiance. They will also be able to get a head owners are kicking off the holiday season start on crossing items off their shopping lists with Downtown Delights on Thursday, Nov. while enjoying meeting old friends and mak- 11 from 5 to 8+ pm. Shoppers will have the ing new ones. opportunity to experience the excitement of the season with downtown Sylvania’s festive See page 20A for participating businesses. Epworth to host annual bazaar The annual Epworth Arts & Crafts Bazaar Epworth’s United Methodist Women to raise will take place Saturday, Nov. 6 from 9 am to 4 funds to support local missions. All of the pro- pm at Epworth United Methodist Church, 4855 ceeds from the bazaar go to support local organ- W. Central Ave. at Valley View Drive. There is izations. Past recipients include Beach House, no admission charge or parking fee. Parking is Mildred Bayer Clinic, Feed Your Neighbor, availalbe behind the church off of Valley View. YWCA Battered Women’s Shelter, Monroe Street Neighborhood Center, Team Recovery, A wide assortment of hand-crafted items in- Family House, and Sylvania Area Family Serv- cluding jewelry, cards, books, candles, serving ices. pieces, pottery, glass, wooden toys, holiday dec- orations, knitted and sewn items, clothing and Christmas Concert accessories will be for sale from new vendors and past favorites. The Epworth Artist Series will present Christ- mas music with the Academy Brass Quintet and The silent auction runs from 9 am to 3 pm Epworth’s Chancel Choir on Wednesday, Dec. 1, and will include many unusual items. The di- at 7 pm at Epworth United Methodist Church. verse array includes dinners hosted by church members, gift cards, themed baskets loaded with Favorite Christmas carols for the choir and specialty items, an opportunity to throw the first the congregation will be featured along with pitch at a Mud Hens game, plus hand-crafted Christmas carols arranged for the brass quintet items donated by vendors. and choir. The event includes a pantry of baked goods, In memory of the 80th anniversary of Pearl candies, jams and casseroles, plus a coffee bar. Harbor, veterans of all service branches will be honored as part of the program. The Arts & Crafts Bazaar is an initiative of This concert is free and open to the public. Orchestra to play free concert The Sylvania Community Orchestra will offer piano prodigy, Henry Shao along with Sibelius' live instrumental music Sunday, Dec. 5, at 4 pm Finlandia, Leroy Anderson's iconic Sleigh Ride at the Franciscan Center at Lourdes University. and more. This is a free event but donations are Part of the experience includes Rachmaninoff's welcome at the door to support the Sylvania Piano Concerto No. 2 in C Minor with local Community Orchestra’s work in the community. Wherever life takes you, we’re there. Bernie Heinl 7110 W. CENTRAL AVE., STE. D Toledo, OH 43617 419-841-9036 Products underwritten by Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company and A liated Companies. Home O ce: 1BJE
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4A SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE • FIRST NOVEMBER 2021 MUSIC AT A GLANCE October 27 Sylvania Community Orches- tra at Franciscan Center, 4pm Abbigale at Tekela in Sylvania, November 9 5:30-8:30pm Hector Mendoza at Plat8 October 29 November 11 JP and the BIG DEAL at Tim Oehlers at Plat8 Backyard BBQ & Booze Something to Talk About at Kyle White at Mancy’s Italian Hip to the Groove Grill, 6:30pm November 12 The Skittle Bots Brian Bocian at Mancy’s Italian Pre-Halloween Party at Bier Grill, 6:30pm Stube November 19 November 1 Kyle White at Mancy’s Italian Bruce Brodie at Hip to the Grill, 6:30pm Groove Let us know about your November 5 music event! 419-824-0100 Elixir at Mancy’s Italian Grill, 6:30pm Section A INSIDE Section B Music & Events 4-5 Food, Sizzle 2-3 Sylvania Then & Now 6 Reel Cinema 3 Sylvania Government 7 Looking Sideways 4 The Mouse Trap 8 Community Events 6-10 Fall Festival 9-11 The Stars Speak 11 Farmer Market 12-13 Lives Remembered 12 Business 14-16 Business Cards 13 Schools 18 Real Estate 14 Sports 19 Classifieds/Help Wanted 15 Election Guide 1-16C 5657 N. Main St., Suite 1, Sylvania, Ohio 43560 Telephone: 419-824-0100. Facsimile: 419-824-0112 Email: [email protected] PUBLISHER GRAPHICS/PRODUCTION DIRECTOR Suzanne Crawford Penny Collins AdVantage Communications, LLC FOUNDER & PUBLISHER EMERITUS PRODUCTION ASSISTANTS Emily Sullivan, Susan Utterback Sharon Lange ADVERTISING REPRESENTATIVES EDITORS Suzanne Crawford, Molly Finn, Mary Helen Darah, Molly O’Shea Jennifer Alexander Ruple CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Jerry Arkebauer, Jennifer Kellow-Fiorini, COPY EDITORS Gayleen Gindy, Mike Jones, Mark Luetke, Sarah Groves, Bobbie Ziviski Craig Stough, Janis Weber LOURDES INTERN Chelsea Lauren Views expressed by contributing writers do not necessarily reflect those of the publisher or staff.

FIRST NOVEMBER 2021 • SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM 5A FIRST NOVEMBER 2021 EVENTS Post your event on the Sylvania AdVantage calendar – send information to [email protected] SUN MON TUES WED THURS FRI SAT 26 28 Oct 24 25 27 29 30 Trunk or Treat, Pen to Palette Book Online Romance Book Downtown Sylvania Political Forum, Group with Toledo Groups, Toledo Library Nightfall with Edgar The VI, 12-7pm Haunted Brew Tours, Franciscan Center, 6:00pm Museum of Art, Toledo Allen Poe, The Village Goblin Gallop, See 8B 5pm Monsters! Collage Art Library Online Program, Online Program, 10-11am Players Theatre, 8pm Meet a Paranormal (ages 6-10), King Road 2-3pm Haunted Halloween Boo Bash, Sylvania Play- Investigator – Ghost Library, 4-5pm, register Black Lives Matter Party, Sylvania Branch land, 5:30-6:30pm and Hunters Society online Book Group, Toledo Library, 6-7pm 6:45-7:45pm, $25 per child, Sylvania Branch Library, Library Online Program, register online 11:30am-12:30pm 5:30-6:30pm Sr. Gretchen’s Halloween Hike, Halloween Bake Sale, Olander Park, 5-6pm Sisters of St. Francis, Victory Center Well- 10am-2pm, more on 2B ness Expo, 10 am-1pm, more on 8B 31 Nov 1 2 3 4 5 6 Nightfall with Edgar Red Bird Art Walk, Epworth UM Church Allen Poe, The Village General Election Holiday Gifts with Minding Your Own Working with Photos – Arts & Crafts Bazaar, Worm’s World with Bonita Bead Boutique, Business – Business Photoprinter / Cricut Downtown Sylvania, 5-8pm Players Theatre, 2pm Lucas Soil and Water King Road Library, 4-5pm, finance class, Toledo Photo Mat Cut / 9am-4pm Conservation District register online Library Online Program, Wolverine class, Music Explorers kids (age 6-10), Sylvania Toledo Creatives Artist 6:30-8pm, register online Sylvania Branch Library, program, Washington Branch Library, 6-7pm Spotlight: Jennifer Online Fiction Book 6-7pm, register online Branch Library, Sowders, King Road Group, Toledo Library Ask a Patent / 11am-12pm Library, 6-7pm Online Program, 6:30- Copyright / Trademark 7:30pm, register online Attorney, Toledo Library Wine Tasting, Sofo’s Online Program, 7-8:30pm, Italian Market, 7-9pm, register online more on 2B 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Family Storytime (ages Business Boost Yuletide Cheer Yuletide Cheer St. James Lutheran Nerd Herd Teen 2-5), Washington Branch Program, Toledo Library Downtown Delights, Festival, Blissfield, MI Festival, Blissfield, MI Church 125th Anniver- Gaming Club, Main St. Sylvania, 5-8pm sary Celebration, St. Washington Branch Library, 11:30am-12pm, Online Program, 6:30-8pm, Cricut Basics Class, James Lutheran Church, Library, 3:30-4:30pm register online register online Sylvania Branch Library, 10:30am Magic of Eli! Kids 6-7pm, register online IAM® Yoga Nidra variety show, Sylvania Workshop, Harmony in Branch Library, 6-7pm Life, 6:30-7:30pm Introduction to Sound Healing, Harmony in Life, 7-8pm Coming soon: November 14: Yuletide Cheer Festi- val, Blissfield, Michigan November 17: Cooking Class, Durocher’s, 6-8pm November 25: Thanksgiving Day 5k & 1 Mile Walk November 26/27: Shop Local/Small Business Saturday November 28: Healing Gong and Meditation Workshop, Harmony in Life, 6:30-7:30pm (Limited class size) December 1: Academy Brass Quin- tet and Epworth’s Chancel Choir, Epworth United Methodist Church, 7pm December 3 Weekend: Miracle on Main St. December 4: Winter Art Fair, Southview High School, 9:30am-2:30pm

6A SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE • FIRST NOVEMBER 2021 SYLVANIA–THEN AND NOW LOOKING BACK – BY GAYLEEN GINDY 5231 Main Street In the last article we reviewed one of the would have been Elizabeth, Arthur and Helen. converted the garage into small home for rental chased the home and only owned it for four homes that Bernard Clark built in 1907, north In the 1920 census they were listed living in purposes. years before they divorced in 1978 and sold the of his father’s home on the west side of South home that same year. The 1974 and 1975 Subur- Main Street, just north of Convent Blvd. In this the home and he was listed as Frank B. Fallis, 33 As of the 1940 census Frank and Blanche Fal- ban Directories show Mrs. Janice L. Otto living article we will visit the second home that Clark years old and employed as a lineman for the elec- lis were still living here. Frank was 53 years old here. The 1975 directory shows the rear home built in 1907. For purposes of reminding every- tric railroad. Blanche was 31 years old. Living at and employed as a line foreman for the electric vacant. one of the original Owen Clark home and home were their children Elizabeth – 9 years old; light company. Blanche was 51 years old. Living Bernard Clark home, which were once just south Arthur – 6 years old; Helen – 4 years old; and at home was their son John – 14 years old. This In 1978 Arnold D. and Elizabeth L. Lewis of our subject home, photos are provided. These Florence – 7 months. census also listed Homer and Minerva Gallup purchased the home and only owned it for one two homes were demolished in the years indi- renting a home at this same address for $10 per year. They sold it to Daniel and LuAnn cated. In July of 1928 a building permit was issued month in the “back.” Homer was listed as 52 Lewandowski in 1979. Daniel is shown graduat- to B.F. Fallis for the construction of a 18 x 20 foot years old and employed as owner and manager ing from Sylvania High School in 1968 and en- The recorded owners for this property are garage at an estimated cost to the owner of $100. of a gas and oil filling station. Minerva was listed listing in the Army that same year. He was listed as follows: as 56 years old. discharged in 1970 and re-enlisted the next day, By the 1930 census Frank and Blanche were and served until he was discharged in 1974. He 1905 – Bernard Clark still living in this home. He was listed as 43 years In 1942 when Fallis completed his World War is shown married three times, with LuAnn being 1914 – Benjamin Franklin & Blanche Fallis old, employed as a line foreman for the electric II registration card he listed himself as 55 years his second wife. The home transferred into just 1965 – Blanche Fallis company. The home was valued at $3,000. His old, married to Blanche, and his employer was his name in 1985, and he continued to own the 1974 – Bernard & Helen Ashner wife Blanche was 41 years old. Living at home Toledo Edison Company. His home address was home until 1992. He died in 2003 at the age of 1978 – Arnold D. & Elizabeth L. Lewis II was Arthur – son – 16 years old; Helen – daugh- 5231 S. Main Street. 53 years according to his obituary notice and had 1979 – Daniel & LuAnn Lewandowski ter – 14 years old; Florence – daughter – 10 years two children: Daniel and Dawn. 1985 – Daniel Lewandowski old. In 1946 B.F. Fallis was issued a building per- 1992 – Brenda S. Childers, et al. mit allowing him to tear down the front porch In 1992, Brenda Childers purchased the home The first family to purchase our subject home In 1931 their daughter Florence died at the and rebuild it with a new floor and side walls, and still owns it today. Marriage records indicate from Clark was Benjamin Franklin and Blanche age of 12 years old. Her obituary notice appeared using the same construction. Suburban Directo- that she was married to David Kuntz in 1993. Fallis in 1914. Frank Fallis, as he was known, and in the Sylvania Sentinel and read: Florence C. ries starting with 1957 show Mrs. Thelma Mc- The 2017 Suburban Directory shows David and Blanche Cherry were married on June 18, 1908. Fallis, beloved daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Connell renting the home behind this home Brenda Kuntz living at this address. In 1914 they moved here with their daughter Fallis, at her home, Friday, October 23rd at 12:30 from the Fallis family through 1969. Elizabeth, who was three years old. In that same a.m., aged 12 years. She is survived by her par- year Arthur was born, and then came Helen and ents, two sisters, two brothers, her grandmother, Frank and Blanche continued to own this Florence. Mrs. A.J. Cherry and grandfather J.C. Fallis. Fu- home until he died in 1964 and she died in 1973. In 1917 when Fallis completed his World War neral services were held by Reeb Funeral Home His obituary notice said that he was 77 years old I registration card his occupation was listed as from the home on S. Main Street Sunday. Inter- when he died. An article about Frank Fallis was electrician for the Toledo & Western Railway in ment was in Ravine Cemetery. published in the June 2, 1955 Sentinel Herald Sylvania. He reported on this card that he had a saying that he was retiring after 45 years of serv- wife named Blanche, and three children. This In June of 1938 a building permit was issued ice to the Toledo Edison Company. Blanche’s to B.F. Fallis allowing him to add a 14 x 20 foot obituary notice in 1973 said that she was 85 years addition to the garage at an estimated cost to the old, of 5231 South Main, and died in Montrie owner of $75. It was about this time that Fallis Country Care Center. They were both buried in Ravine Cemetery. In 1974 the home was sold after the Fallis family had owned it for 60 years. In 1974 Bernard and Helen Ashner pur-

FIRST NOVEMBER 2021 • SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM 7A CRAIG STOUGH street repair, trash collection, recycling, snow A city of Sylvania worker uses the leaf collection vacuum to clear residential removal, holiday tree pickup, tree trimming streets. Collection will begin the week of Oct. 25. MAYOR’S MESSAGE and street cleaning are also provided through- out the city. Those items should be set out separately for last year. If we have good weather, the leaves Leaf Collection – regular pick-up by the Yard Waste program of fall on schedule, and it doesn't snow too One of Many I am always working to improve city neigh- the Forestry Division. An unlimited free yard much, the leaf collection will be completed by Neighborhood borhood services so our neighborhoods re- waste pick-up is scheduled for Nov. 1 to Nov. Dec. 10. But the weather and the trees don’t Services main a great place to live, attract new 12 on your regular yard waste pick-up day. always cooperate. Thanks for your patience! residents and keep property values high. I reg- City of Sylvania crews will be making their Autumn has arrived and ularly inspect neighborhoods to see what is City crews will move as quickly as possible rounds and will be to your street soon. once again the leaves are needed. If there is a storm, city crews are or- to collect all the leaves. The crews will make changing color and blan- dered to collect the storm damage. If the multiple sweeps through the city, six rounds Craig Stough keting the yards and gar- streets need cleaning, the street cleaner is sent dens of Sylvania. Our “City of Trees” certainly out. If there are potholes, the street crews are lives up to its namesake by having tens of called in. thousands of trees throughout the commu- nity. Approximately 7,700 street trees are This year’s leaf collection begins the week growing in street right-of-ways alone, with of Oct. 25 with one or two Streets Division many thousands more in parks and on private collection crews as needed following prede- lands, including the towering oaks and termined routes through the city. As more maples native to the area. leaves are raked to the curb, two additional As a result, leaf collection is beginning crews will be added and work full time at leaf again in our neighborhoods for this fall. Be- collection. In an effort to speed up leaf collec- cause of all those trees, leaf collection is a very tion, temporary workers are used and over- big job in the city of Sylvania. Last year, city time is offered to city workers in the Streets, crews spent 2,781 hours loading and hauling Forestry and Utilities Divisions when needed. 11,983 cubic yards of leaves to the city com- posting field on Yankee Road north of town. The city crews load leaves raked to the curb Leaf collection is just one of many services into leaf boxes mounted on city dump trucks provided to city neighborhoods. Police, fire, using diesel powered leaf loader vacuum units. Sticks, grass clippings, flowers, plants, etc. can clog or even break the leaf loaders and are not to be part of the leaf collection process. MIKE JONES cers will be busy stockpiling candy in their pa- ship’s fiscal year each of its four budgeted de- budget and expenditures by the fire depart- trol cars. Lt. Toth said it has become something partments is under the 75 percent mark for ex- ment have been $7.2 million–67.4 percent of TOWNSHIP TOPICS of a tradition in the department that officers penditures which would be expected at this its budget. hand out candy to youngsters on Halloween. point. Leaf Collection She noted that they will adhere to any safety +RXUV protocols issued by agencies regarding best Dave Simko, township fiscal officer, said that 7XHVGD\\)ULGD\\ Leaf collection in Sylvania Township has practices due to the pandemic. it is impressive that none had even reached 70 $030 begun, but early progress has been slow, ac- percent in their expenditures for the year cording to Rob Nash, superintendent of the The department has suggested that parents through September. Simko noted that in the 6DWXUGD\\ township road and service department. Not and children might consider carrying a flash- budget process the township doesn’t allow for $030 slow for lack of effort, but slow for lack of light or a glow stick to raise visibility. Parents falsely inflated numbers so that it is easy to leaves. also might consider putting reflective tape on come in under budget. G6;I:97NDJG.>HI:GGI>H6CH costumes. Unusually warm weather, with the right “Now that we are this far through the year,” ) D K : B 7 : G amount of rain, has kept the leaves clinging to Although police officers look forward to he said, “the numbers suggest that everyone in .6A:H their branches, in many cases still fully green. being part of the fun of Halloween, their first the township is mindful of the need to be good duty will be to safeguard the community so use stewards of the taxpayers’ money.” He also &&KDUULGVVWP D V As a general rule, Nash noted, crews prefer extra caution when driving on Halloween. noted that the revenue side of the township’s an early leaf drop in order to avoid freezing rain budget is generally pretty steady as it relies on \\R X U D V V R U W P H Q W or snow which is more likely toward the end of Trustee Meeting tax receipts. “Expenditures is where we can the annual pickup. Not only is bad weather un- control the budget and we’ve been doing a good   IR U       pleasant to work in, but wet and sometimes Sylvania Township trustees have decided to job,” he said. frozen piles of leaves are difficult to pick up and move their next regularly scheduled meeting are hard on the machinery used in the task. back one day from election day, Nov. 2. Trustees The township’s general fund in the first nine determined that they will hold their next meet- months of the year has spent about $1.2 mil- The department intends to make three ing Nov. 3 at 5 pm. As always, the public is in- lion, or 62.4 percent of its annual budget. The sweeps of the township’s 177.64 miles of road. vited to attend the meeting at the township road and bridge fund shows expenditures of It can take about 17 days for crews to complete building, 4927 Holland-Sylvania Rd. approximately $1.5 million or 61.4 percent of one cycle through the township. Their progress its budget. The police department has had ex- can be followed daily on the road department Township Expenditures penditures of $5.6 million or 67 percent of its section of the Sylvania Township website. The site displays a township map with 23 grids. An At the three-quarter mark in Sylvania Town- T ? D > C J H accompanying chart designates which grids have been completed. Information is also avail- Precast light 1RYHPEHU able on a recorded message at 419-517-1620. bases 0DNHDQG7DNH )DOO7KDQNVJLYLQJ&DUGV Leaves should be piled at the roadside, but Retaining Walls  not in the roadway and should not be in bags. 30 Halloween -.1+   Sylvania Township police are reminding drivers to take extra precautions on Halloween  when costumed youngsters might be paying more attention to the sweets they have collected Parking Curbs Contact us: rather than minding pedestrian safety rules. Sign Bases 419-662-9000 Parking Bollards Lt. Sarah Toth, of the department's commu- nity affairs section, said officers in her unit will www.turnerconcreteproducts.com be patrolling residential neighborhoods and those on regular patrol duty will also swing into those areas of the township when their duties allow. Trick-or-Treat hours are approved on Oct. 31 this year from 6 to 7:30 pm. While young- sters are getting dressed in their costumes offi-

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FIRST NOVEMBER 2021 • SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM 9A Fall Festival Nite Lite has scarecrows, music, vendors, family fun A scare‘girl’ represents Sylvania The Ability Center’s scarecrow entry AdVantage. boasts the People’s Choice award. The entry of Deb Vincent and Family receives the Judges’ Choice award at the Scarecrow contest in the Historic Village. Andy Bloomfield and Eric Burke put Amy Allen and Kendra Baroudi look their corn hole expertise to the test forward to seeing all of the items for at the inaugural tournament during sale during the Nite Lite farmers Nite Lite on Oct. 16. market on Main Street in downtown. Mikes with Mics: Mike Coulter Barb Schlembach buys a print from Mike Szafarowicz and Mike Walkovich Sue McKernan and her artist daughter entertain the crowd at Nite Lite. Katie McKernan of McKdesigns. ‘Mad Scientist’ Sawyer Cordray and Lisa Zielinski and her son Matthew nvestment his mother, Cecelia, enjoy Nite Lite. bring Ella Corliss to the event. • No sales tax on the sale of precious metals as of October 1. • N.Y. On-Line Instant Gold & Silver Quotes • Buying and Selling (we make a market) • Sell Your Unwanted Gold Jewelry and Silver Items In All Forms to the Area’s Top Buyer (Buying Since 1980) Chris Alveraz drops off veggie wraps Renee and Scott Lauren and their compliments of Five Lakes Church to children Kyson, Kaden, Kassidy, Kiara Ali and Jafaar Ismail of Zane’s and Kelton enjoy lollipop treats they Lebanese Grill. receive from vendors.

10A SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE • FIRST NOVEMBER 2021 Fall Festival returns to downtown Sylvania with parade, crafts, Connor Hartnett, his dad Dan, Kelsey Harrison and Jackson Kezur and Sylvania Mayor Craig Stough waves Sylvania Schools Superintendent Dr. Edwards and Alyssa Thiebert have their grandmother Nancy Kezur wait to the crowd of people lining both Veronica Motley serves as the 2021 curb seats to watch the parade. patiently for the parade to begin. sides of Main Street. parade Grand Marshal. Italia Burciaga and Violet Dulovich Claire Vitou, third from left, is one of Southview principal Kasey Vens Northview marching band members ‘ride’ dinos to the Pantless Brands the Daryl Jervis dance students to leads the marching band as they entertain the crowd of people lining booth to buy jams from owner Jessica encourage the crowd to cheer on perform for the assembled crowd. both sides of Main Street. Hopkins. the performance of ‘Thriller.’ www theflowermercantile com Epic Homes Real Estate features an The Evergreen High School marching ‘Open House’ on wheels. band filled the street with music. Frogtown Computers 419.517.6069 • Free Recycling WE BUY USED COMPUTERS AND APPLE iOS DEVICES OUT OF WARRANTY APPLE COMPUTERS ARE OUR SPECIALTY STOYH1LAF1VNABYNKUEISAYAINOFREUOSSRS! In-home setup of your new Mac/PC, wireless router in-home install Mac & PC Upgrades & Repair PC Malware / Virus Cleanup FREE ESTIMATES 6565 Erie St., Sylvania 43560 Gary Micsko, right, takes time off his Brad Helm talks with Dick and Jan www.frogtowncomputers.com Five Lakes Church volunteer duties to Kott after the parade. escort Buzz Lightyear through town. ESTABLISHED 2009 • A LOCALLY OWNED AND OPERATED BUSINESS

FIRST NOVEMBER 2021 • SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM 11A food, entertainment, family fun Laurie and Steve Weaver, owners of Hydie Gorsuch reads the Busy Charlie’s Homemade Pizza and Helicopter book with her daughter Italian Cuisine, eagerly await the CJ in the Anchor Church sponsored beginning of the annual parade. family fun zone. Jessica Norris (Cleopatra) and Little lion, Chase Measles, hands a Spencer Norris (a pharaoh) trick-or- piece of carrot to a goat at the treat with their daughter Sage (walk children’s petting zoo. like an Egyptian) down Main Street. John and Haley Kreuz, Emily Kreuz, Allie and Tim Razo and Zak Kreuz volunteer for Anchor Church during Fall Festival. Amelia Partin visits with a goat at the Cute witches, Celia Gottschalk and petting zoo during the Fall Festival her daughter, Keira, are spotted on Oct. 17. Maplewood Avenue at the downtown fest. —by Jennifer Alexander Ruple

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14A SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE • FIRST NOVEMBER 2021 Assurance Health Toledo hosts ribbon cutting ceremony A ribbon-cutting event was held Oct. 14 to of- providing outstanding care in a safe setting.” Val Kaba, business relationship manager, Nan Vantrease, market director – ficially celebrate the opening of Assurance Located in Sylvania and serving southern banking, Noelani Brown, branch manager, Scott Hughes, private client Health System, 4040 King Rd. Assurance-Toledo banker, and Tia Plater, associate banker. first began treating patients in January 2021. Michigan and northern Ohio, Assurance Health - Toledo is a 23-bed facility that focuses exclu- Chase opens first branch in Sylvania “According to the Alzheimer’s Association, sively on assisting geriatric patients who are suf- over six million older adults are living with fering from an acute psychiatric event. The Alzheimer’s,” said Dewayne Long, co-owner of hospital, which is accredited by The Joint Com- Assurance Health System. “We are dedicated to mission, is designed for maximum patient safety reducing the stigma of dementia and mental ill- without compromising on comfort. ness within the older adult community. Our Syl- vania hospital is committed to being a trusted Assurance Health System was formed in and reliable community partner for local hospi- 2014 to meet the need for acute, short-term psy- tals, senior living communities and families that chiatric care for America’s senior population. are impacted by the progressive nature of AHS owns six free-standing geriatric psychiatric Alzheimer’s Disease and all mental illnesses. In hospitals and manages two free-standing geri- addition, our outstanding staff is committed to atric psychiatric hospitals over four states, Indi- ana, Ohio, Michigan and Kansas. Chase has opened the doors of its newest welcome customers in casual meeting spaces, Teresa Crump, CEO of Assurance Health System, cuts the ribbon to open the branch in northwest Ohio, at 5756 Monroe St. emphasizing a more consultative approach. The care facility for those dealing with Alzheimer’s and related diseases. This is the bank’s first branch in Sylvania and location also features multiple transaction sta- follows the opening of branches in Toledo, Ore- tions, four ATMs: two in the lobby, one gon and Bowling Green. vestibule ATM which has 24-hour access, as well as a 24-hour drive-thru ATM. This branch “We’re excited to help more businesses and also has a night depository to support local customers achieve their financial goals in this businesses. part of the state,” said Nan Vantrease, market director for northwest Ohio. “This branch of- The bank hired six local employees, includ- fers an array of features to make banking more ing associate bankers, lead tellers, private client accessible, and we’re thrilled to be a part of this specialists and advisors, and a business banking community.” specialist. Customers will discover a branch that looks JPMorgan Chase is one of the largest banks and feels different from a “typical” bank – it in Ohio, employing over 21,000 people with combines a modern design, layout, and state- more than three million consumer clients, of-the-art banking technology, reflecting how 250,000 business clients, and 250 branches customers engage with Chase today. Employees across the state. RE-ELECT JOHN CRANDALL “LET’S CONTINUE TO BUILD THIS STRONG COMMUNITY” Many thanks to Sylvania Area Community Improvement Corporation, Sylvania Area Chamber of Commerce, Sylvania Recreation District, Olander Park System, All Non-Profit Organizations, and Citizen Volunteers For What You Do! SYLVANIA TRUSTEE CITY & TOWNSHIP I ASK FOR YOUR VOTE ON NOVEMBER 2 Paid for by Citizens for Crandall

FIRST NOVEMBER 2021 • SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM 15A New owners reopen Learning Express in Promenade Shops A local toy store returned to Sylvania this V.P. of Warnock, Tanner and Associates “We want to share in life cycle events and day wishlists, product personalization, and toy October with the grand re-opening of Learn- (WTA) for the past 23 years. bring joy and laughter to our community. We experts on staff to help you find the perfect ing Express Toys and Gifts at 5577 Monroe St. want everyone to feel welcome in the store and gift. Lifelong Ohio residents, new owners Rene and “We made the decision to reopen Learning let it be an experience when they come to Rich Rusgo, are eager to bring their passion Express during COVID when we learned that shop, just like it was for us. We have remod- About Learning Express for community to a small business that helps it had closed in January. We knew that former eled the store and we can’t wait to share the create memories for kids of all ages. owners, Molly and Gary Fitzpatrick, retired. bright and roomy feeling of the store with Learning Express Toys, founded in 1987, is We saw the emails about it, and those emails everyone,” Mrs. Rusgo stated. a franchised retail toy store concept focused A ribbon cutting ceremony accompanied just kept Rene thinking until she decided to on quality and educational toys and gifts for the Oct. 8 grand opening. send an email to inquire more about the store Learning Express Toys & Gifts of Sylvania children of all ages. With franchised stores in and what it would take to reopen. One email is open Monday through Saturday, 10 am to 7 27 states, Learning Express Toys is the largest Rene Rusgo was born and raised in Beach- opened the door to another and another and pm and Sundays, 11 am to 5 pm. Complimen- and most established specialty toy franchise wood, Ohio and moved to Toledo in 1987. here we are today, getting ready to literally tary services include free gift wrapping, holi- business in America. She worked in the Toledo Jewish Community open the doors to what was a meaningful and on and off for the last 30 years providing pro- important store in our family’s life and that of grams for all ages. Rusgo, a Southview High our children’s,” Rusgo related. School graduate, has been the co-owner and Kripke raises funds for hungry kids Sylvania Area Chamber of Commerce Welcoming Committee members Joe Szafarowicz of PT Link; Emily Roach of Kingston Residence of Sylvania; Marian Linenkugel of Code Ninja; Diana Lingle of Better Business Bureau, Shawn Murphy of Advance Advertising; Crystal Jordan of Farmers & Merchants State Bank; Betty Bassett of Five Lakes Church, and Sylvania Mayor Craig Stough join Zoe and Ben Yaffe, their parents, Renee and Rich Russo, and staff to cut the ribbon to open their new business. Eric Arnold, center, of Kripke Enterprises presents a check to Evan Troupe, left, and Wendi Huntley, right, of Connecting Kids to Meals. Kripke Enterprises partnered with Connect- said, “On behalf of Kripke Enterprises, thank ing Kids to Meals (CKTM) in September to raise you to everyone involved in exceeding our goal. money and awareness for children experiencing We are thrilled to help this amazing organiza- food insecurity. The goal was $10,000 and tion.” through the generosity of supporters, the goal was exceeded. Kripke Enterprises, Inc. was founded in 1993 and is the premier metal recycling facility in Wendi Huntley, president of CKTM said, “It northwest Ohio. Kripke is a family-owned busi- takes a village to fight childhood hunger. The ness built on the mission of making the world a core issue is that people don’t know there is a better place and serving the community through childhood hunger problem in our community.” recycling, philanthropy, and community service. Kripke’s Metal for Meals program will provide Connecting Kids to Meals provides healthy 28,000 healthy meals to kids in need. Kripke meals to at-risk children in the community at no gave their customers a chance to donate their cost. They have done critical work in the com- metal. KEI also leveraged radio and social media munity for 18 years and are the largest provider presence to increase awareness of the program. of kids’ meals during out-of-school time in northwest Ohio. Eric Arnold, in charge of the project at KEI TARTA transit hub reopens After closing in March of 2020 due to the “We have very much looked forward to re- coronavirus pandemic, the Toledo Area Re- opening the Hub and are confident that we can gional Transit Authority’s (TARTA) downtown provide this resource to our passengers in a Transit Hub on Huron Street has been reopened. manner that also protects their health and safety,” Serving as the core of TARTA’s bus system, 17 said TARTA Deputy Chief Executive Officer local routes connect to the Transit Hub. Laura Koprowski. “We thank our riders for their With the Hub opening its doors just in time patience, and TARTA owes a huge debt of thanks for inclement weather, riders will again have ac- to its team members who have worked so dili- cess to the information center, free Wi-Fi, cli- gently during this closure to keep our riders in- mate-controlled seating areas, friendly in-person formed and on their way to their destinations.” TARTA ambassadors and restrooms. Masks are Improving customer experience remains a required and social distancing is encouraged in key component of TARTA’s vision for the future the Transit Hub, which is open from 7 am to 6 of mobility and transit in northwest Ohio. With pm weekdays and 8 am to 5 pm on Saturdays. the reopening of the Transit Hub, extended There are also improvements planned on the weekday service, and other improvements on the outside of the building, including updated way through the TARTA Next project, TARTA lighted signage on the top of the Hub and continues to make public transit cleaner, safer, weather protection awnings for customers. and more reliable for those who depend on it.

16A SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE • FIRST NOVEMBER 2021 Sylvania real estate market is topic New Convent Park Manager of upcoming SACIC meeting Reservations for the luncheon may be made Sister Julie Myers, a member of BY JERRY ARKEBAUER by contacting Tiffany Scott, 419-882-2135 or Sister Julie Myers the Sisters of St. Francis, has been [email protected]. named property manager of The Sylvania Area residential real estate mar- Convent Park Apartments, 6600 ket performance during the last year and what “The availability of residential real estate is Convent Blvd., Sylvania. She lies ahead will be reviewed by Mark Kruse, a Re- critical to the Sylvania area,” Clegg noted. “Real most recently served as the chief altor with Danberry Realtors, when the Sylvania estate sales speak volumes about the vitality of a program officer for A Nun’s Life Area Community Improvement Corp. Board of community.” Ministry. Convent Park Directors meets Wednesday, Nov. 10 at noon at Apartments, a 55 and older Sylvania Country Club. Last year, Kruse explained that residential real complex, was built in 1988. There estate within the Sylvania School District was are 98 one- and two-bedroom Jeff Clegg, president of Toledo Memorial Park selling at higher prices and quicker, although the apartment options and and SACIC, said this will be the fourth consec- number of homes for sale was lower. He said efficiency apartments. The utive year for Kruse to review the area residential prospective home buyers like the Sylvania area complex is pet-friendly. It is real estate market for SACIC, a nonprofit repre- because of its tree-lined streets, easy access to ex- located adjacent to the senting a collaboration of business and govern- pressways, downtown Sylvania and the abun- Motherhouse grounds of the ment working to enhance balanced economic dance of parks and recreation, especially Sisters of St. Francis. growth and the quality of life in the greater Syl- Wildwood Preserve, Olander Park, and Paceset- vania area. SACIC membership information is ter Park. available at sylvaniaareacic.org. Kruse has been a Realtor in the area for more than 30 years. NOVEMBER 5 | 5PM-8+ Local business offers services to breast cancer patients October is Breast Cancer Awareness month Mehrnaz and her partner and sister, Nega- UNDER THE LIGHTS and MBrowz Academy & Spa in Cricket West rina Cooper, have made it their mission to Shopping Center, has been offering free mi- help women realize their natural beauty and RED BIRD FIRST FRIDAY croblading services to cancer patients who lost gain confidence, regardless of health chal- their eyebrows during treatment since the lenges or age. salon opened in 2017. MBrowz is a full-service spa and teaching Mehrnaz Bosch, CEO, is dedicated to car- academy and offers a range of services includ- ing for and improving the lives of cancer pa- ing massage, specialty facials, dermaplane, tients within the local and surrounding semi-permanent make-up, cryo-therapy and communities by participating in the pay-it- microblading. forward, “pay with a smile” program dedi- cated to helping all recovering breast cancer Bosch started working as a solo microblad- and alopecia warriors. Anyone with cancer or ing artist in 2017 after becoming a naturalized alopecia can go online and book an appoint- citizen of the U.S. While in Tehran, Iran she ment with Mehrnaz. “It makes my heart happy set her sights on starting a business in Amer- to help someone who has suffered regain their ica, where there was more opportunity. dignity and feel more comfortable when they MBrowz is not only poised to make an impact look in the mirror. The joy on their face stays on the local community, but also the e-com- with me always,” said Mehrnaz. merce community with her very own line of skin care and microblading products. Two promoted at Miller Diversified Miller Diversified has promoted two man- wide staff training initiatives, which will in agement team members, Tanna Parsons to turn empower employees to be successful in vice president of administration and human their respective roles. resources, and Jesse Miller to vice president of business development. Jesse Miller joined Miller Diversified in 2017 as a project manager in the construction Parsons joined Miller Diversified in 2016 as division. Prior to assuming leadership of the the office manager. Her new role positions the Business Development division, he played a company to improve and expand company- pivotal role in the construction division. TOMASE DENTAL CARE Friendly and Caring Team, Your Comfort is our Priority! Accepting new patients! DOWNTOWN SYLVANIA | 5:30 TO 8+ | DOWNTOWNSYLVANIA.ORG BE SURE TO VOTE SMILES ARE THIS EASY! Call Dr. Timothy Tomase for a variety of treatment options to restore NOV. 2 your smile to health, comfort and beauty. 7616 King’s Pointe Rd. • Sylvania Township 419.474.5858 • www.toledoohiodental.com

FIRST NOVEMBER 2021 • SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM 17A Sister Jane Mary makes an impact BY CHELSEA LAUREN When asked about the ceramic mural- making process, Sr. Jane Mary said “Anything Sister Jane Mary Sorosiak is often found working on projects in the studio. If you’ve spent at least a week in Sylvania can happen along the way during the you’ve most likely noticed the beautiful ce- process–pieces might break during firing in Saint Elijah’s church. “We were asked to repli- “It’s hard to get a full-time job in art but art ramic art pieces scattered throughout the city, the kiln, a face may need to be painted four cate a mural that had already been painted enhances our culture. And thankfully, art is from Lourdes University to Main street - and times to reach the proper color, and we tend onto the church because the paint was peel- adaptable; dentists are artists by molding and even throughout Ohio and Kentucky! The to work on two or three projects at once.” ing. We needed to replace icons and I love reconstructing teeth. Intensify your observa- credit for these unique pieces belongs to Sis- icons.” tion, and you have to express your personal- ter Jane Mary Sorosiak, a Catholic Sister of Some of the works Sister Jane Mary has ity.” Sister Jane Mary also strongly advises that the Franciscan Sisters of Sylvania and town since been commissioned for include the For fellow artists, Sister Jane Mary advises artists take an art history course or two - she local for over 30 years, and an artist her entire piece of Saint Claire at Madonna Manor in them to follow what inspires them and their can attest that it’s worth the investment! life. “My very first mural was for my elemen- Kentucky, and a piece at Saint Elijah’s church desire to make art - even if it’s not for a job. tary school, Saint Hedwigs,’ when I was in the on Huron street - among many others. second grade,” said Sr. Jane Mary. “Sisters teaching at the school recognized my art as a “My most memorable piece would be the God-given talent and they asked if I would be figure of Christ above the Franciscan Center. interested in painting a mural for the school. That was our first ceramic mural project and I used coloring-books for inspiration.” it was memorable for how tense it was be- cause we didn't know what we were doing Sister Jane Mary was drawn to the Sisters then. We [the Franciscan Sisters of Sylvania] of Sylvania after meeting them and recogniz- were constructing the mural as the men were ing the close bond among them while she applying it to the building and handling the continued school. “Sisters of Saint Francis vis- construction of the building so we had to ited my elementary school and they were al- work quickly because we didn’t want to keep ways good to each other and had a good them waiting for us. We also did not have atmosphere about them.” Before joining the much technical knowledge for a ceramic convent of the Franciscan Sisters of Sylvania, piece this size. One of the sisters had a degree Sr. Jane Mary finished high school and col- in ceramics and she was our technician for lege. Soon after, she was teaching art history that,” she recalled. The mural is a staple on the courses at Lourdes College and joined the ce- Lourdes University campus and the ceramic ramic mural team when the sisters commis- Jesus stands between 40 and 50 feet tall. sioned the mural of the enlarged figure of Christ above the Franciscan Center on the Despite the many difficulties associated Lourdes University campus. “The Saint Fran- with constructing ceramic murals, Sister Jane cis community always favored and encour- Mary is never discouraged. “Each [project] is aged the arts,” said Sr. Jane Mary. memorable and has its own problems but it all works out in the end.” Asked which piece was her favorite, Sister Jane Mary thought of the work she had led on NOVEMBER 2021 HOME GAMES MEN’S BASKETBALL 5:30 PM November 6 Miami-Middletown 7:30 PM (Homecoming) November 23 Northwestern Ohio WOMEN’S BASKETBALL 5:30 PM November 2 Spring Arbor 5:30 PM November 4 Carlow 3:30 PM November 6 Miami-Middletown 5:30 PM (Homecoming) November 23 Northwestern Ohio WOMEN’S VOLLEYBALL 1:00 PM November 6 Rochester (Mich.) (Homecoming) MEN’S WRESTLING 4:00 PM November 5 Siena Heights 5:00 PM 7:00 PM (Homecoming) November 17 Rio Grande November 17 Cornerstone (Senior Night) WOMEN’S WRESTLING November 5 Indiana Tech (Homecoming) 7:00 PM LOURDESATHLETICS.COM LOURDES.EDU

18A SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE • FIRST NOVEMBER 2021 Northview Musician of the Week ACADEMIC SPIRITUAL SOCIAL PHYSICAL Senior Laney Blagrave has been an elite member EXCELLENCE D I S C OV E RY DEVELOPMENT GROWTH of the Wildcat Band program all four years of high school. With her positive attitude, OPEN HOUSE professional mannerism and musical skill, she helps lead her peers as a section leader and NOVEMBER 14, 2021 • 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM band secretary. Her preparedness and strong leadership ability make her a valuable part of Visit us for a personal tour during Open House on November 14th. the Northview band program. Laney has been a Experience the Mission that has transformed young boys member of the Wind Ensemble, Pit Orchestra, into Knights for more than 60 years. Symphony Orchestra, participated in many regional honor bands, OMEA events, as well as the Toledo Symphony Youth To schedule a Knight for a Day visit, contact admissions Orchestra Philharmonic. She is also actively involved in NV Speech and 419-214-5425 or Brenda Skinner at [email protected] Debate, Student Government, and National Honors Society. Laney is the daughter of Erica and Sean Blagrave. CASE provides collaborative opportunities, bringing the classroom and laboratory together in six new spaces. Southview Musician of the Week The facility reinforces the ideal educational learning environments that are required for today’s learners. Senior Celine Ramadan is the Southview Come explore CASE during Open House! Musician of the Week. Celine has been a member of the Southview choir program for MEET THE BROTHERHOOD. MEET THE TRADITION. MEET THE KNIGHTS. three years and currently sings in the Symphonic 2323 W. Bancroft Street // Toledo, Ohio 43607 // sfsknights.org // 419.531.1618 Choir. Throughout her time with the choirs, Celine has performed on various concerts and WHAT WE’RE competed in OMEA District 1 Large Group Contest. Outside of the vocal arts, Celine is READING heavily involved in other school groups. She is NOW the President of the Student Senate, plays on the soccer team, participates in Dance for a The Lincoln Highway Chance, and is a member of the National Honor Society. Celine is the by Amor Towles daughter of Fadi Ramadan, Nahil Elhok, and Mona Agha. The Book of Hope Sylvania FFA plans SV Career Tech by Jane Goodall holiday sale and Doug Abrams Armando Quezada is currently a Sylvania FFA is holding its annual Holiday junior in the Engineering and When Two Feathers Fell Sale with pre-orders through Oct. 29. The sale Fabrication Technology program at From the Sky begins Oct. 30 and runs through Dec. 13 or until Southview. Armando completed by Margaret Verble supplies last. the Woods and Metals Technology course last year during which he The Love Story of Wreaths come in four sizes: 18-, 26-, 36, successfully built wooden shelves, Missy Carmichael and  60-inch, may be ordered and are priced be- wooden tool totes, sheet metal tool by Beth Morrrey tween $20 and $75. Small poinsettias with three tray, hinged sheet metal tool box to four flowers are $5 and large with six to seven and welded multiple steel flowers. toledolibrary.org flowers are priced at $10. The holiday center- He has used the stick welder, mig 419.259.5200 pieces are $30 for small and $40 for large. Op- and flux welders. During the 1st tions for centerpieces include natural and frosted quarter in EFT 1, he and his team pine cones, red, silver, or gold bulbs, red, white, successfully completed the leaf or gold bows, berries, and a candle. Ribbon col- blower hovercraft project, which will ors are red, blue, purple, ivory, burgundy, and be on display on November 4, at plaid. Additional options may be purchased for the 8th grade open house. a nominal cost. In addition, customers may Armando is a student aid during order grave arrangements including three-foot both 4th and 5th period WMT pillows for $50 and five-foot blankets for $60. classes. He regularly assists students with tools and projects, imparting his To order call 419-824-8738 or email br- knowledge and experience. [email protected]. Pick up dates are Armando has demonstrated a solid Nov. 23, Dec. 3, Dec. 8, Dec. 10, Dec. 15, Dec. 17 work ethic and can be counted on from 8 am-3 pm. Checks and cash are accepted. when work needs to be completed. Armando is planning on joining the SMALL, INDEPENDENT, LOCAL, ART SUPPLY STORE USMC upon graduation from FOR THE LOVE OF ART INC. Southview. The gift of art, from the heart... •ART SUPPLIES •CUSTOM FRAMING •ART CLASSES AGES 5 – ADULT •STAFFED BY WORKING ARTISTS Everything for every artist - kids & adults, students & professionals! 4027 N. Holland-Sylvania Just NORTH of Sylvania Ave. on Holland Sylvania Rd. 419-882-2060 forloveart.wordpress.com

FIRST NOVEMBER 2021 • SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM 19A NV and SV Athletes of the Week Northview Volleys for Cause Grant Kopan has had an The Cougar Athlete of the Week is The Northview girls volleyball team Oncology Surgical Practices Office exceptional senior year leading senior soccer player Isiah Moores. collaborates with the Gilmour Manager David Cassavar and the Northview Boys Soccer team Head coach Andy Kufel Academy players on Oct. 9 at Senior Medical Assistant Heather through their regular season commented, ‘Isiah has had an Northview. The teams collected Rettig stand in front of donated schedule.  The senior captain, and amazing senior season so far while blankets to support breast cancer items that will be given to comfort three-time varsity letter winner, has also taking on more of a leadership patients going through surgery. patients of ProMedica Physicians notched 5 goals and 1 assist while role this year. Isiah has represented Breast Surgery. playing as a central back this the Sylvania Southview Soccer season. Grant was voted as a first Program for the past three seasons —by Mary Helen Darah team all-conference player this as a varsity letter winner and has year, marking the third time he has earned All NLL and All District received an all NLL award over his recognition his sophomore and career and scored a timely goal junior year. His passion and this past week to help lift his team dedication to the game is to a senior night win.  Even more contagious. Isiah has 15 goals and 6 impressive is Grant's impact off the assists this season and has really field, as he excels in the stepped up his focus in the final classroom with a 4.55 GPA, is a stretch of the 2021 season, student leader throughout many recording 8 goals and 2 assists in the different school organizations and last 7 games. Isiah has had some is a multi-sport athlete who also great performances this season, but stars on the basketball court for most notably is the recent back to Northview as well. back 2 goal games in the NLL vs Northview and Perrysburg.’ —by John Crisman of Assetware Photography Athletes inducted into Hall of Fame Open House The Sylvania Schools Foundation held the Wagner Evans '10, Northview. Carli Iagulli '94; 13th annual Hall of Fame Induction on Satur- Bethany Witmer Gasperini '97; Tim Hausfeld Sunday, November 7 day, Oct. 23. Honorees include Jim Young '59, '09; Greg Isley '09; and 1994 Girls State Cross 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. Burnham; Kevin R. Page '74, Sylvania High Country Championship Team, Southview,. Grades 6 – 12 School; Janice Page Dermer, Volleyball Coach Joanne Ehrsam, Northview, and Tom Maid- sjjtoledo.org '78; Julie Althoff '87; Brooke Amstutz Siebert ment, Southview, received the Jim Glase Dis- '04; Nicki Smith Tolley '04; and Meredith tinguished Service Award. Be Sure to Vote Nov. 2 Lourdes University to hold women’s soccer ID clinic Lourdes University will be holding its annual gives campers a chance to learn about the Women’s Soccer ID clinic on Sunday, Nov. 7 at unique opportunities Lourdes University offers the Russell J. Ebeid Recreation Center and to student-athletes and provides information Wildcat Stadium, targeted toward high school on the various steps in the recruiting process. age players looking to play at the collegiate level. The camp will run from 12-5 pm and the cost is $50, payable the day of camp. The camp is directed by head coach Jackie Phillips, who will provide position-specific For more information or to register, visit training while allowing the campers to gain lourdes.edu/campus-life/student-activities- firsthand experience in the training regime that recreation/womens-soccer-id-clinic/ or contact is required at the collegiate level. This clinic Rhonda Smith at 419-824-3898 or [email protected].

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SECTION B October 25 — November 8, 2021 Vol. 26, No. 15 • sylvaniaadvantage.com YOUR HOMETOWN GOOD NEWS PAPER Sylvania celebrates the arts; Ken and Penny Haas are inducted into Artists Hall of Fame Ken and Penny Haas of Reverand Guitars are inducted into the Sylvania Artists Hall of Fame on Oct. 7 at Chandler Café. Stacey Spinazze places a bid on Jerry Jakes, his grandson Jared Cathy Ostermeyer and her sister Paige Deshetler welcomes guests one of the many silent auction and wife Emmy look forward to the Laura Jakes celebrate with Susan on behalf of Chandler Café. items. celebration and the conversations. Park, left, an active member of Sylvania Arts who is moving out of —by Emily Sullivan state. Vote to Re-elect Mayor STAY WITH LEARN MORE HERE Craig Stough STOUGH ON NOV. 2 Paid for by the Citizens for Stough Committee.

2B SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE • FIRST NOVEMBER 2021 Pie contest is a sweet tradition Bake Sale person. To RSVP, contact BY JENNIFER ALEXANDER RUPLE A chocolate brownie pie embellished with Sr. Gretchen’s Halloween Bake [email protected]. pumpkins and vines created from marshmal- Sale It was a delight to be asked to judge Heritage low fondant, made for a lovely presentation. Sisters of St. Francis Holiday Open House Sylvania’s annual pie baking contest, a local On behalf of the judges, I’d like to thank 6832 Convent Blvd. tradition since 2015. The contest was held at those who participated in the contest and hope Regina Conference Room Sitto’s Bakery Annual Event the Heritage Center Museum on Sunday, Oct. to see your creations next year. Friday, October 29 St. Elias Orthodox Church 17 in conjunction with Sylvania’s Fall Festival. Winners in the adult category: 10 am – 2 pm 4940 Harroun Rd. Sr. Gretchen and her team are back Sunday, Nov. 28, noon – 4 pm I, along with fellow judges, Ben Malczewski, First Place and Best in Show - Melanie in the kitchen and are cooking up Enjoy holiday shopping and a deli- manager of the Sylvania Branch Library, his Woolwine, caramel apple. spooktacular treats including Hal- cious lunch of Lebanese foods. Event 10-year-old daughter Lucie and his wife, Second Place -Dwayne Woodbury, caramel loween cut-out cookies, themed features Sitto’s Bakery holiday delica- Danielle, were given about two hours to taste apple with cinnamon roll crust. cakes, brownies, breads and can- cies, spices, sweets and gifts. Addi- and review a total of 14 pies, nine adult entries Third Place and Judge’s Choice - Ashley dies. A raffle will be held to win prizes. tional vendors include Pantless Jams, and five youth entries. Event benefits Sylvania Franciscan The Soul Patch, Scrumptious, The Zeiler, sweet potato. Ministries. Masks are required. Shaman & the Bear, Angry Irishman, We were each given score sheets to help us Third Place Tie - Emily McNett, apple sistersosf.org Just Toledo, Cocina al Sol and Sean’s grade the pies in the areas of appearance, crust crumble. Woodworks. (color, texture and flavor), filling, and overall Winners in the youth category: Wine Tasting Admission is free and open to all. Sofo’s Italian Market Lunch is available for purchase which taste. First Place and Best in Show - Ellie We- 5400 Monroe St. includes green beans and rice, Wednesday, Nov. 3, 7 - 9 pm grape leaves, baked kibbie, kafta The pies varied in style, texture and flavor - grzyn, apple Swirl. Smell. Sip. Repeat. Wine and and rice, fatoosh, Laban and bak- each was unique. There were apple pies includ- Second Place - Naomi Davis, chocolate food sampling event. $15 per person. lawa. Platters or a la carte. Dine in or ing apple crumb, sea salt caramel, and caramel brownie pie Reservations required; call 419-882- carryout. For more information, call apple topped with cinnamon rolls. Two pies Second Place Tie - Lily Woolwine, apple 8555. Corinne Cassis at 419-261-7057. were filled with pears. There was a sugar cream hand pies shopsofos.com pie and a sweet potato pie that included a gin- Third Place - Lily Woolwine, strawberry Cooking Class Fall Fun gersnap crust and notes of cloves and other handpies. Durocher’s spices in the filling. 5555 Monroe St. Gust Brothers Pumpkin Farm Third Place Tie - Lily Woolwine, cherry Wednesday, Nov. 17 13639 Mulberry Rd., Notable youth entries included three types hand pies. 6 - 8 pm Ottawa Lake, Mich. of hand pies, each with a different fruit filling. Sharpen your cooking skills and learn Open daily through Oct. 31 new techniques from award-winning 9 am - 7 pm chef Charine Mourad. November’s Pumpkins, mums and fall decor. Ani- theme is a Thanksgiving feast. $45 per mals to view and feed. Cider, donuts and hayrides will be held on week- ends. gustbrothers.com Bennetts Orchard 5647 Consear Rd., Ottawa Lake, Mich. Monday - Saturday 9 am - 7 pm Sunday 10 am - 5 pm Fresh homegrown produce, apples, peaches and fresh cider. You-pick apples, donuts on weekends, caramel apples and fall decor. bennettsorchard.com Got food events? Email [email protected] 20TH ANNUAL Brookview Dental’s GREAT CANDY BUYOUT Monday, November 1 from 8 am - 7 pm Tuesday, November 2 from 8 am - 6 pm HEY KIDS ~ Bring in your leftover Halloween candy* and we will buy it back for $1.00 a pound~CASH Money!!! *We will also happily accept unopened bags of Halloween candy from parents as a donation. THE KID WHO SELLS US THE MOST POUNDS OF CANDY WILL GET A $25 VISA GIFT CARD!** All the candy collected will be sent to our U.S. troops Judges for Heritage Sylvania’s Annual Pie Baking Contest are L-R: Ben, Lucie overseas through Heroes In Action! and Danielle Malczewski and Jennifer Alexander Ruple. The contest was held Sunday, Oct. 17 in conjunction with the Sylvania Fall Festival. 7135 Sylvania Ave. • Sylvania, Ohio (419)885-1115

FIRST NOVEMBER 2021 • SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM 3B BY JENNIFER ALEXANDER RUPLE Last Tuesday, Sylvanians celebrated the final farmers mar- ket of the season, complete with trick-or-treaters, pumpkin Celebrate the season decorating and incredible live music. It’s hard to believe 20 with a trio of squash recipes weeks have come and gone since the market’s opening ceremony back in June. Our Tuesday afternoons look a little different now that the market is over; however, there are still vegetables available at local farms until the frost hits including Gust Brothers Farm, 13639 Mulberry Rd. in Ottawa Lake, and Louis Keil and Sons’ farm market, 9022 West Central Ave. Next time you’re out, pick up a few pumpkins or squash and put them to good use in this trio of fall-inspired recipes. Pumpkin Hummus Pumpkin Spice Baked Oatmeal is healthy, vegan snack highlights the savory side of pumpkin. Pureed pumpkin is com- Warm and hearty, this oatmeal hits the spot on chilly autumn mornings. Serve it straight from the oven bined with traditional hummus ingredients adding a bit of fall flair. Serve it along with or bake it the night before and warm it up for breakfast. For extra pizzazz, garnish it with pure maple pita or naan bread wedges and tortilla chips. Both roasted, pureed pumpkin and canned syrup, chopped pecans or golden raisins. 6 servings pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling) work for this recipe. 1 can (15 ounces) pumpkin puree 14-ounce can chickpeas, ½ cup brown sugar drained (reserve brine) 2 eggs ½ 15-ounce can pumpkin puree 1 teaspoon cinnamon, or 1 cup of roasted pumpkin, plus extra for topping pureed ½ teaspoon nutmeg 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive ½ teaspoon cloves oil, plus more for garnishing ¼ teaspoon ginger 2 tablespoons tahini ½ teaspoon salt 1-2 garlic cloves, minced ½ teaspoon baking powder ½ teaspoon cumin 1 teaspoon vanilla extract ¼ teaspoon paprika 1 ½ cups milk, whatever you drink ½ teaspoon salt 2 ½ cups old-fashioned oats Freshly ground black pepper to Maple syrup, chopped pecans or golden taste raisins for serving (optional) Toasted pumpkin seeds for gar- nish Heat oven to 375 F. Coat an 8 x 8 dish with baking spray. Set aside. In a food processor, add chickpeas, pureed pumpkin, olive oil, tahini, garlic, paprika, salt and pepper. Process until smooth. If mixture is too thick, add a bit of the reserved brine In a large bowl, whisk together pump- until it meets your desired texture. kin puree, brown sugar, eggs, cinna- mon, nutmeg, cloves, ginger, salt, Garnish with a sprinkling of paprika, a drizzle of olive oil and roasted pumpkin seeds. baking powder and vanilla. en whisk in milk. Stir the oats into the pumpkin mixture; then pour it into the prepared pan. Sprinkle lightly with cinnamon. Bake for 45 minutes or until the center is set and the edges are lightly browned. Garnish as desired. (Recipe adapted from inspiredbycharm.com) Butternut Squash and Spinach Manicotti 2 cups roasted butternut squash Cook manicotti tubes according to package di- with Brown Butter Sage Sauce Olive oil for roasting squash rections. 12 manicotti tubes e flavors of butternut squash and sage combine to make a fabulous fall dinner. It’s a nice 2 cups ricotta cheese In a bowl, combine ricotta, Parmesan, spinach, alternative to traditional manicotti with red sauce. Be sure to cook the pasta fully since the ½ cup Parmesan cheese egg, squash and salt and pepper to taste. sauce is added aer the dish bakes. 4 servings 1 cup packed fresh, spinach leaves, chopped 1 egg Lower heat to 400 F. Stuff manicotti with the ¼ teaspoon nutmeg cheese and vegetable mixture. Arrange in a 13 x Kosher salt to taste 9 baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake Freshly ground black pepper to taste for 20-25 minutes. Brown Butter and Sage Sauce While manicotti are baking, make the brown 1 stick of butter butter sauce. In a small saucepan, melt butter 1 clove garlic, minced and cook until brown and bubbly. Add sage 10 sage leaves leaves and cook until they are slightly crisp. Fresh lemon juice Squeeze in lemon juice. Heat oven to 425 F. Peel butternut squash, re- When manicotti are finished baking, spoon move seeds and chop into 1-inch cubes. Toss warm sauce over them and sprinkle with Parme- cubes in olive oil and then spread on a baking san cheese. sheet and roast until so, about 30 minutes. (Recipe adapted from keyingredient.com)

4B SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE • FIRST NOVEMBER 2021 Bela & Boris – The Birth of Modern Monsters, Part I Bela Lugosi and Boris Karloff BY JENNIFER KELLOW-FIORINI onymous with Dracula. REEL CINEMA Lugosi was born Bela Blasko, October 20, Both Bela Lugosi and Boris Karloff were 1882, in Lugos, Romania. He ran away from foreigners in their 40s when they became fa- home after his father’s death and decided to mous for playing monsters. Both spent their be an actor at age 18. Later incorporating the early years in Hollywood portraying ethnic city’s name into his stage name, he became a villains, sometimes in yellowface, and fought big star in his small town. After serving in typecasting with varying degrees of success. World War I, he starred in silent films in Hun- This meant they could go from lead roles to gary and was beginning to make a name for playing a waiter, which is exactly what hap- himself as a heartthrob when revolution broke pened to Boris Karloff in the month out, forcing Lugosi to flee to Austria, Ger- “Frankenstein” was released. But their screen many, and finally the United States in 1920. In presence and the way each handled their star- New York, he starred in productions for Hun- dom was very different. This month we look garian immigrants. He worked sporadically at the lives and legacies of two actors who cre- on both stage and screen, but being middle ated the now iconic horror movie monsters, aged with a heavy accent and a limited com- and how horror movies looked through the mand of English limited his prospects. lens of pre-Code. His luck changed when he landed the role Had Lon Chaney not died at the age of 47 of Dracula on Broadway. Clara Bow saw the in 1930, he would have been the first great play and the two became romantically in- actor in pre-Code. Although Chaney’s mon- volved for a year. It was Bow who championed sters and villains were groundbreaking in him for the film version. To secure the role, he many ways, they still followed a certain uni- offered to work cheap asking for only a $3,500 versal order, common in the silent era, which flat fee with no percentage of box office or comforted audiences in the knowledge that bonus. “Dracula” was taboo in its depiction of beauty and innocence in the world could de- sexuality and the disease of vampirism that feat evil. This overly simplified view would spread through the exchange of bodily fluids not be found in pre-Code horror. When via a bite. Dracula is capable of charming, se- Frankenstein’s monster befriends a girl throw- ducing, and murdering Mina. Her innocence ing daisies into a lake, the monster, trying to alone doesn’t save her, and her virtue is weak join in the fun, throws the girl into the lake in the face of Dracula’s hypnotic powers. This and accidentally kills her. He’s not trying to be was the first film to portray Dracula as an evil evil, but the innocence of the girl doesn’t save force in the form a handsome man you might meet at the opera rather than a terrifying crea- Karloff as Frankenstein ture like Nosferatu. Universal, unsure of how audiences would react, marketed the film as a her. Once again, pre-Code shows us a more “strange romance” without a celebrity premier. complex world that exists in shades of gray To their surprise “Dracula” was the first hor- rather than stark good versus evil. This was ror hit of the sound era, saving the struggling befitting an audience who, in the depths of the studio from collapse. depression, were no longer as innocent in their world view as they had been just a few Universal immediately began looking for a short years before. follow up and found it in the form of “Frankenstein.” Lugosi was supposed to play In 1927 “Dracula” made its way from the Frankenstein, but once in makeup, he didn’t London stage to New York, and Bela Lugosi look right for the part, and his vanity got in was cast as the undead count — a huge hit that the way. He saw himself as a romantic leading ran for nine months on Broadway before man, and felt the movie was a step down for moving to Los Angeles. When Universal pic- him, complaining that he had no lines and tures bought the rights to make a film version, was unrecognizable under makeup that took Todd Browning was set to direct it and Lon five hours to apply. The incident offended the Chaney was to play the undead count. But higher ups at Universal resulting in his re- Chaney didn’t live to make the film, and in- moval from the project and he was cast in- stead Bela Lugosi would become forever syn- stead in “Murders in the Rue Morgue.” This firing or quitting, depending on which Holly- wood legend you believe, lead to Karloff play- ing Frankenstein which was a great success and a thorn in Lugosi’s side for the rest of his career. To make matters worse, “Murders in the Rue Morgue” was a flop and though it wasn’t Lugosi’s fault, he was dropped from his contract with Universal. He spent the next few years making B movies for poverty-row stu- dios including the classics “White Zombie” and “Island of Lost Souls,” and more forget- table fare like “Night of Terror” and “The Death Kiss.” In the next issue, Part II — Karloff as Frankenstein and Boris and Bela in “The Black Cat.” For more Reel Cinema articles, resources, and photos, check out the Reel Cin blog at jenfior.com/blog-1

FIRST NOVEMBER 2021 • SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM 5B MARK LUETKE that, the council candidates are all good Need a break people who just want to find a way to serve from caregiving? LOOKING SIDEWAYS the community in that post.” We’ll l k Busy In addition to candidate races, the ballot aft Election will list five tax levy propositions to con- Needs sider—county-wide renewals for the Zoo, M & Dad Your Imagination Station, and 911, plus a new Vote sales tax for TARTA. It also includes Issue •$225/night, 3-night minimum 11, a high-profile measure from the Sylva- (memory care $250/n Like a number of nia Area Joint Recreation District to build a longtime citizens, new multigenerational community center • Private & fully furnished suites Sheila Odesky, and make improvements to existing facili- • 3 delicious meals per day George Seney and Rose Tarsha are among ties. • Housekeeping & care staff our Sylvania neighbors who never miss get- • Opportunities for social and ting out to vote. This means that during Off-year elections generally reflect much their adult lifetimes they have consistently lower voter turnout than the presidential wellness activities cast ballots since the 1960s. election and races for senate or governor … These Sylvania residents all agree on as low as 25 percent of registered voters and some variation of a theme: voting is both a usually around 40 percent. Local campaign privilege and a duty as American citizens. consultant B.J. Fischer noted, “The lack of “My late husband was passionate about vot- participation is ironic because local races ing, so we’d always go to the polls together. more directly affect issues that have the Now, it still seems second nature,” said greatest impact on peoples’ daily lives. Also, Sheila. voting in a lower-turnout election gives “It’s the only time you’re asked about how each individual a proportionately greater affairs are being conducted,” added George. voice about the outcome.” “If you don’t get out there for ten minutes and vote, then your voice is never going to Fischer said that lighter absentee ballot- be heard.” ing and in-person activity at the Early Vot- If it seems like there is a lot to decide in ing Center forecast a lower turnout in Lucas the upcoming Sylvania election … there is! County this year than in previous mid-term Our voters face the first contested mayoral elections. But Mr. Haynam has an explana- race in more than 40 years, larger-than-nor- tion for that dynamic in Sylvania that may mal fields of candidates for city council and forecast a surge in voting before Election the board of education, and several chal- Day. lengers for township trustee. Veteran city council member and politi- “Because of the crowded field of candi- cal activist Doug Haynam said that there are dates, the slow early voting may simply re- reasons for the large field of candidates … flect an interest by many people to be as but different reasons for each race. knowledgeable as they can about who they “Clearly, there is an interest in bringing will vote for. They are hoping to get more new blood and new thinking to the school information and learn more,” he said. “Plus, board,” he said. “A number of experienced the high degree of interest in the SJARD people have stepped away from the board in levy is real. People are talking about it; it’s recent years, and there is a heightened in- all-over social media. Look at the number terest in the schools in light of our experi- of signs that are out. Pro or con, it’s an im- ences during COVID.” portant issue for our community that de- “In terms of the council race, residents serves the voter’s attention.” see Sylvania as a ‘hot market’ today. There’s a lot going on here, and people want to be a In short, this once-in-decades election part of that. It helps that there will be a va- creates a personal challenge for every regis- cant seat on council (Katie Cappelleni is tered voter in the township and the city. It running for mayor). But, notwithstanding is important that each of us learn about the levy issues, find out what each candidate stands for, make up your mind, and get to the polls on Nov. 2. This busy election year in particular, your vote really does count. Longtime Sylvania resident Mark Luetke has served on city council, the board of education, and numerous foundation and community boards. Start the savings! on auto insurance McGuire Group ., , Insurance Agency Cathy McGuire 6387 Monroe St Sylvania, OH 43560-1429 419-885-4600 [email protected] 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.