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October 11 — October 25, 2021 Time-Sensitive Material Vol. 26, No. 14 • sylvaniaadvantage.com PRSRT STD U.S. Postage PAID Sylvania, OH 43560 Permit No. 8 YOUR HOMETOWN GOOD NEWS PAPER Shenanigans abound in the pumpkin patch with L to R: Kolten, Karter and Keegan Stokes! J&G is 50: Upside Brewery is 5 Run Maggie Run... Jill Dallas and her Maggie Mahoney and granddaughter Luna two friends are training Dallas cut the cake from to compete in the New Main Street Sweets for York City Marathon in guests attending the November. They are the celebration Oct. 2 on topic of Mary Helen Maplewood Avenue. Darah’s Sunny Side Up. —Page 1B —Page 14B

2A SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE • MID OCTOBER 2021 Sylvania Arts presents ‘The Addams Family, Young@Part’ This October, the Sylvania Arts’ youth the- timate princess of darkness, has grown up and atre company will present the musical “The fallen in love with a sweet, smart young man Addams Family - Young@Part,” at the Fran- from a respectable family whom her parents ciscan Center in Lourdes University, 6832 have never met. She confides in her father and Convent Blvd. There will be two perform- begs him not to tell her mother. Now, Gomez ances, Thursday, Oct. 21 at 7 pm and Sunday, Addams must do something he’s never done Oct. 24, at 2 pm. The musical will be directed before– keep a secret from his beloved wife, by Irina Zaurov, with Music Director Danielle Morticia. Everything will change for the whole Hale-DeMeo and Choreographer Alyx Fisher. family on the fateful night they host a dinner Great Care in Your Area students will perform in the musical, for Wednesday’s “normal” boyfriend and his Neighborhood. which features the beloved characters from parents. television and movies. Celebrate the wacki- Tickets are $10 and are limited to 200 per ness in every family with this best-selling performance. To purchase tickets, visit sylva- Broadway musical adapted for middle school- niaarts.org/youththeatre or addamsfam- age performers. Wednesday Addams, the ul- ily2021.eventbrite.com. When it comes to women’s health, Section A INSIDE Section B quality matters. So does having access to well-connected care in the right place with Music & Events 4-5 Home, Sizzle 2-3 a system you can count on. Call today to schedule an appointment Sylvania Then & Now 6 Bishop Book Review 4 with one of our experienced certified nurse midwives. Sylvania Government 7 TMC October Picks 4 Now accepting new patients. Looking Sideways 5 Let’s Talk 8-9 Hana Awada-Mitchell, CNM Brooke Cheney, CNM The Mouse Trap 10 Community Events 6-10 Community News 11 Sunny Side Up 14 Downtown News 12-15 Business Cards 15 Business 17-18 Lives Remembered 16-17 Lourdes 19 Schools 20-21 Real Estate 18 Sports 22 Classifieds/Help Wanted 18-19 Erica Krause, CNM Melanie Miller, CNM 5657 N. Main St., Suite 1, Sylvania, Ohio 43560 Telephone: 419-824-0100. Facsimile: 419-824-0112 Email: [email protected] ProMedica Physicians Obstetrics | Gynecology © 2021 ProMedica PUBLISHER GRAPHICS/PRODUCTION DIRECTOR 5308 Harroun Road, Suite 165 Suzy Crawford Penny Collins Sylvania, Ohio 43560 AdVantage Communications, LLC FOUNDER & PUBLISHER EMERITUS PRODUCTION ASSISTANTS 419-824-5608 Sharon Lange Emily Sullivan, Susan Utterback ADVERTISING REPRESENTATIVES promedica.org/doctors EDITORS Mary Helen Darah, Suzy Crawford, Molly Finn, Jennifer Alexander Ruple Molly O’Shea COPY EDITORS CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Sarah Groves, Bobbie Ziviski Jerry Arkebauer, Gail Bishop, Erika Buri, Jennifer Kellow-Fiorini, Gayleen Gindy, Mike Jones, LOURDES INTERN Mark Luetke, Craig Stough, Janis Weber Chelsea Lauren Views expressed by contributing writers do not necessarily reflect those of the publisher or staff.

MID OCTOBER 2021 • SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM 3A Tree City Film Festival Planned Need a break from caregiving? We’ll l k aft M & Dad Curt Reineck, Andrew Jex, Brandon Bailey, Marie Gessling and Cassie Reineck of the Ugly Boy Scouts and their Beautiful Wives team work on their film for the Tree City Film Festival, which will be held Saturday, Oct. 16 in Nederhouser Hall in Olander Park. Doors open at 6 pm and the screening takes place at 7 pm. Eight teams participated in the 50-Hour Film Challenge, which required the incorporation of the Burnham Park water tower, a chalkboard, and the name Art Gradwohl. All teams drew a theme, such as ‘Romantic Comedy,’ ‘Science Fiction,’ ‘Mystery,’ ‘Documentary,’ and more on which to build their film. Festival tickets are $10 and may be purchased at eventbrite.com/e/2021-tree-city-film-festival-screening-tickets. Fall Festival weekend returns BY JENNIFER ALEXANDER RUPLE cal Therapy, at 6 pm. Wrapping up the weekend is the 35th annual •$225/night, 3-night minimum Sylvania’s Fall Festival returns to downtown (memory care $250/n with a first-ever, triple-event weekend, Oct. 15 – Sylvania Fall Festival, presented by Dave White 17. Coordinated by the Sylvania Area Chamber Chevrolet, ProMedica Flower Hospital and • Private & fully furnished suites of Commerce, the weekend will commence with Walker Funeral Homes. The event is from 10 the Fall Festival Gala on Friday evening followed am to 4 pm, Oct. 17. The day’s activities include • 3 delicious meals per day by the Nite Lite Farmers Market on Saturday live music, kids’ activities, food trucks, the Dino evening and the Fall Festival on Sunday. Dash at 12:45 pm, the annual parade at 1 pm, • Housekeeping & care staff and trick-or-treating on Main Street at 2 pm. The Fall Festival Gala begins at 6 pm Oct. 15 • Opportunities for social and and will honor sponsors of the Complete the Sponsors of the event include Dave White wellness activities Street Lighting Project overhanging Main Street Chevrolet, ProMedica Flower Hospital, Walker in downtown Sylvania. A special ceremony will Funeral Homes, Sofo’s Italian Market, Lourdes feature the Complete the Street dedication sculp- University, city of Sylvania, Sylvania AdVantage, ture. “We are excited to present this tribute piece 101.5 the River, 13abc, Lamar and Paramount. to our gracious sponsors,” said Tiffany Scott, chamber director. The sculpture will be on per- Spirit of Sierra Run manent display in Corner Park at Maplewood The “Ce the Light GLOW” Run, this year’s Avenue and Main Street. version of the Spirit of Sierah Run, will be held Oct. 22 at 5:30 pm in conjunction with the Nite Lite Farmers Market, sponsored by Sofo’s University of Toledo’s Family Weekend to Italian Market, returns at 4 pm Oct. 16 with offer a family-friendly event on campus. shopping under the lights featuring arts and crafts and farmers market vendors until 10 pm. Registration types include: 5k Glow Run – The event includes live music throughout the in-person; 5k Run – virtual; 1 Mile Fun Run evening, food trucks, and new this year, a corn- – in-person and perfect for little ones; and hole tournament sponsored by Athletico Physi- event supporter – in-person, which includes t-shirt and drink ticket. 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: ., , Columbus, OH 43215. Nationwide and the Nationwide N and Eagle are service marks of Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company. ©2020 Nationwide CPC-0609AO (1/19) 12062912



























MID OCTOBER 2021 • SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM 17A Mancy’s celebrates 100 years Mancy’s Steakhouse, founded in the fall of thrived through the hard work and dedica- 1921, will be celebrating its 100th anniver- tion of their children and grandchildren. The Mancy family: fourth from left, second generation John Mancy with his sary the week of Oct. 18-22. Celebratory children John and George, nephew Mike, and son Gus Mancy. toasts and music will add to the steakhouse Despite their heritage, restaurant work ambiance as the Mancy family pays tribute was never an expectation for the Mancy 7659 King’s Pointe Rd. • Toledo, Ohio 43617 to their founders and the community. grandchildren. All were expected to go out www.premierwealthmg.net and hone their skills elsewhere before even Fighting through the challenges all restau- considering the family business. All third Michael Nusbaum ....419-740-1023 rants have faced in the wake of the pan- generation Mancys are Ohio State graduates. Daniel Peffley............419-740-4020 demic, the family is grateful to their valued They pursued their own passion and the re- Douglas Rechtine .....419-540-6356 guests, employees, suppliers, friends and sult is a delicious spectrum of dining options Michael Kuebler .......419-540-6358 family for their loyalty and support through- across the Toledo community. out the years. “This milestone is especially meaningful to our entire family. We take Their restaurants include the iconic great pride in our family business and we are Mancy’s Steakhouse operated by Gus and his so proud and blessed to be part of the north- cousin Mike Mancy; Mancy’s Italian Grill west Ohio community,” said Gus Mancy Jr. with George Mancy; Mancy’s Bluewater Grille with John Mancy; Shorty’s True For the past century, the Mancy name has American Roadhouse and Mancy’s Ideal been synonymous with the promise of qual- round out the restaurant group. A catering ity, honest value and family. Restaurant and event venue, The Back Forty, is owned founder Gus Mancy was born and raised on by Nick Mancy. the Greek Isle of Crete, and moved to Toledo in 1916, bringing with him the tradition of Each Mancy restaurant has a chapter in cooking with only the freshest and best in- the Mancy Anniversary story and is proud gredients. In 1921, he partnered with his to offer a unique dining experience to cousin, Nicholas Graham, to open The Ideal guests. However, all Mancy restaurants still restaurant at the same location that evolved honor the principles established 100 years over the years into what is known today as ago by founder, Gus Mancy. Mancy’s Steakhouse. In 1939, the menu fea- tured a filet mignon for just 50 cents, or din- “It’s important to our parents and grand- ers could enjoy an extra cut Porterhouse parents that we carry on the high standards steak for just $1. The legacy has lived on and and attention to detail that they established long ago. They were all hands-on workers and we still are today,” said Mike Mancy. Merle Norman celebrates 90 years of specializing in beauty Many years before it was fashionable for a Shannon Schwanbeck woman to own a business, Merle Nethercut Norman opened her first studio in 1931 in She continued, “We really owe our contin- San Diego, Calif. to sell women’s facial prod- uing business success to the support of those ucts. Her three products, termed “3 Steps to Sylvania people who made it their mission to Beauty,” included a Cleansing Cream™, Mira- shop here and the community who embraced col® and a Powder Base Foundation™; formu- the studio and Merle Norman products from las she had developed in her home kitchen our first days in business and through the with help from her chemist nephew JB years.” Those include the original 3 Steps to Nethercut. Beauty products with enhanced formulas along with a large menu of skin care and Its not just the company’s historic anniver- makeup products and accessories. “Merle sary but Shannon Schwanbeck is also cele- Norman’s original mission, ‘To give every brating her own 15 year anniversary as woman a more beautiful life,’ continues to be owner of the downtown Sylvania Merle Nor- our mission,” she said. man Studio at 6626 Monroe St. She had ac- quired the studio from her mother, Pat “Another important factor is that Merle Schnipke, who had purchased the business Norman products continue to be completely 35 years before. Schwanbeck had grown up manufactured in the United States. Merle with the business but had pursued another Norman is one of nine major companies that career path for several years. When the time can make this claim. Our customers appreci- was right, she left her successful sales job to ate American-made products!” Schwanbeck join her mother and eventually assume own- emphasized. ership of the business. “I worked here for two years on a part-time basis to see if this would “Stop in for your Holiday Looks and Gifts be for me,” she offered. “Now, I can’t imagine and receive a free gift with purchase , while doing anything else. I love the products and supplies last,” Schwanbeck invited. I really enjoy all of our customers, some of whom have been buying their skin care prod- ucts since mom first took over the studio in 1971. Many customers are second and even third generation.”

18A SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE • MID OCTOBER 2021 Romeo’s Pizza opens in Sylvania’s Harvest Place many other businesses offering pizza in this he said. “Every single one of Romeo’s pizzas is made with fresh, high-quality ingredients, area.” and we work hard to come up with the fla- vor combinations you find on our unique Three years ago, the young Courtock specialty pizzas.” began working at a fairly new Romeo’s Pizza The Romeo menu also features salads, wings, subs, starters, and more. in Medina, Ohio. “I loved my job,” he re- ‘This is very exciting for all of us and we ported. In a short time, he worked his way are looking forward to introducing Romeo Pizza to Sylvania.” up in management positions. Romeo’s Pizza was founded in 2001 in “I really liked everything about the com- Medina, Ohio with the purpose of creating great tasting pizza that not only connects pany, from its core values to its product, ” people but also benefits the community. The company leadership believes in giving back Courtock stated. “About a year after I to the communities served. A portion of the proceeds is given to various charities that started working at Romeo’s I realized that I make the world a better place. wanted to own stores. Pat worked with me The Sylvania store is the 56th franchise location. and also wanted to have a store so we joined forces and were able to secure the Toledo area.” “The company’s main thrust is to give back to the community that it serves. The processes in place work very well and the Justin Header and Landon Kistler talk with Calvin Courtock and Pat Lyons pizza is delicious. A distinctive sweet sauce about the restaurant opening. is used on the crust that is made fresh daily,” Calvin Courtock and his partners Pat area and pizza ovens. The restaurant is pick- Ribbon cut to celebrate the 10th Lyons and Andrew Hanieh have opened the up or delivery only. Courtock anticipates a anniversary for Renegade Fitness first Sylvania Romeo Pizza in Harvest Place, staff of about 15 people 7638  Sylvania Ave. Stephanie Kuhlman of NAI Harmon negotiated the lease on behalf The partners are happy with the new lo- of the center’s owner. The 1,800 square feet cation and the heavily traveled Sylvania Av- of space has a welcoming order and pick-up enue. “Pat is from the area and pointed us area and a large kitchen featuring a prep to Sylvania. He really liked this location for our business,” Courtock said. “There are not Sylvania Rotary...Serving to Change Lives — by Ben Malczewski When my family and I decided (a few years we as a club (full of involved and dynamic com- Katie Cappellini, Sylvania City Council, and Tiffany Scott, Sylvania Area Chamber back now) to move back to NW Ohio and join munity leaders) set out to achieve this, I’d like to of Commerce Executive Director, join clients, friends and family to help Jennifer the Sylvania community, we were looking for take a minute to re-introduce who and what Ro- and Christopher Rhoades cut the ribbon in celebration of the 10th anniversary. people with similar values who were interested tary is and does in Sylvania, and welcome any in serving and building community through ac- action-oriented community members to take Renegade Fitness owners Jennifer and philosophy she and her husband hold. “This tion. One of the first groups I joined – where I part. Christopher Rhoades cut the ribbon on Oct. is not an open gym where members pay for found those “people of action” - was Sylvania 2 to celebrate the 10th anniversary of their access to equipment. Each member partici- Rotary, and now, three years later, I am both Who we are: Rotary is a global network of 1.2 fitness center located at 4101 King Rd. pates in semi- private personal training, humbled and proud to have been elected Presi- million neighbors, friends, leaders, and prob- (with up to three participants) training ses- dent of the club. Following in the footsteps of so lem-solvers who see a world where people unite Several members of the gym who joined sions, small group strength training sessions, many great past presidents is daunting, but I find and take action to create lasting change – across the owners in the celebration said they love (with up to 20 participants), and nutrition levity and inspiration in our common, collective the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves. working out at this facility. coaching (one-on-one and small groups),” goal; we all embarked on this journey, because We value and celebrate the contributions of peo- she explained. “Regardless of program, each we believe in serving to change Lives. Fittingly ple from all backgrounds, regardless of age, eth- Mrs. Rhoades attributes these comments member has a plan based on his or her fitness enough, I’m happy to announce that “Serving to nicity, race, color, abilities, religion, and the success of the business to the unique goals and that plan is implemented in each Change Lives” is our theme for this year, and as socioeconomic status, culture, sex, sexual orien- session.” Beautiful Flower Arrangements Rotary to 6B for all Occasions She added, “We stress the importance of individualized training and a nutrition ap- sylvaniarotary.com Call 419.824.0777 for delivery proach.” or order online at stellarblooms.com connecting lives Prior to opening their business, Rhoades driving positive change Satisfaction Guaranteed! and her husband were personal trainers in a Now at local corporate gym and saw the need for this Meet every Thursday at 11:45am individualized approach. Highland Meadows Golf Club 8248 Mayberry Square, Sylvania , OH Follow us on Facebook & Instagram “Ten years ago we decided to be ‘rene- gades’ and start our own facility concentrat- ing on what we feel is the best way we can serve our community through fitness and wellness,” she said. The Rhoades are assisted by seven addi- tional trainers. The center is open Monday through Friday from 5:30 to 11 am and 4 to 8 pm and Saturday from 7 to 10 am by ap- pointment only.

MID OCTOBER 2021 • SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM 19A International students find a welcoming home at Lourdes University BY CHELSEA LAUREN Another difficult part of the approval process investment is worth it according to Gerkhe. well. “I won’t be the International Student Serv- is getting American colleges to notice applicants. “There are hardships that come with studying ice Specialist forever, but by advocating for stu- I like to think diversity makes the world go “You have to really show schools why they internationally, but an American degree almost dents who have had experience like mine I hope round - and I think most of people would agree. should want you there when recruiting Ameri- guarantees me a job back home in my desired I can start building a solid foundation for the role We owe a lot to diverse backgrounds for influ- can students is so much easier and cheaper. For career field. And despite hardships like home- and help Lourdes improve their international encing our pop culture, our lifestyles, and even most international students, sports and athletic sickness and language development, I’ve grown student resources.” some of the food we eat (within a 10 mile radius skills are the key deal-makers. Almost all Amer- a lot and learned a lot as a person through expe- of the Advantage I can get a taste of three differ- ican colleges have sports departments so it’s im- riences I know I wouldn’t have had if I had stayed I’m proud of Lourdes University for promis- ent continents). portant to plan ahead while in high school and in Brazil for school.” ing an improved and supportive resource for in- develop an impressive athletic record if you’re ternational students who not only diversify our I’ve learned through my friend, Lourdes Uni- planning to study abroad. A lot of hind-sight It seems like Gerkhe’s perseverance is bene- community, but also make this hidden gem, the versity grad student of business administration planning is necessary in this process. Some in- fiting future international students at Lourdes as town of Sylvania, a home for everyone. and marketing/International Student Service ternational students earn an Associate’s degree Specialist, Henrique Gerkhe, that I often take my in their home country first to have a more Diversity expert to speak at annual event privileges as an American citizen for granted. prominent application,” Gerkhe explained. Lourdes Univer- Michelle Gethers-Clark serves as Chief Di- Gerkhe traveled to Lourdes University from Adjusting to American college life after get- sity’s College of versity Officer and Head of Corporate Re- Brazil in 2017. “The process of becoming an in- ting accepted doesn’t always start smoothly for ternational college student in America was not international students, either. “Homesickness is Business & Leader- sponsibility for VISA. easy for me, and honestly I hope other students difficult to manage - especially when you’re so have had a smoother experience than me,” said far away from home. Face-timing on the phone ship presents the Tickets are $50 per person and are available Gerkhe. and bringing pieces of home with you can help, but it’s not the same, and transporting to and ninth annual Joseph [email protected]. or 419-824-3813. In the college bound playing-field - where from home across nations can have its hiccups. competition among applicants is already high - I remember one year during Thanksgiving break M. Magliochetti Sponsorships and VIP tickets are available on- the value of an American secondary education I had booked a flight home to Brazil to see my is exceptional in countries such as Brazil, so to family for the first time in months since I had Leadership Summit line at donate.lourdes.edu/summit21. pursue an international education is a lengthy started school, and because of a mis-managed and costly investment. paperwork issue outside of my control, I almost on Wednesday, Oct. Father Bacik lecture set couldn’t catch a flight back to school in time for 13 at 11:30 am at the “One of the first steps in the process is finding classes the following Monday.” a sponsor to advocate for you and financially Sylvania Country Lourdes University will present “Develop- back you to study in America - and this process With so many challenges within the process may be the most competitive step. Most spon- of getting approved to study in America, let Club. Michelle ing a Post-Pandemic Spirituality: Reimagining sors select students based on degree program in- alone being so far from home, and not having terest. So, for me to study business English as a first language for some, one has to Gethers-Clark, Work,” the October lecture by Father Jim administration I tried finding business-career wonder why international students tread Michelle Gethers- Chief Diversity Offi- Bacik on Wednesday, Oct. 27 from 5:30 to 7 focused sponsors. But I also had the benefit of through and continue studying in the states. The Clark pm at the Franciscan Center. Admission is $10 having an interest in playing collegiate volley- cer and Head of Cor- ball.” porate Responsibility with free admission for students and religious. at VISA is this year’s speaker. Cash or check accepted at the door. The first The Magliochetti Leadership Summit hon- 100 attendees will receive a copy of Father ors the work of former Chairman and CEO of Bacik’s most recent book, “Conversion as a the Dana Corporation, Joseph M. Maglio- Way of Life: Advice from the Epistles.” chetti. The Magliochetti family established the For more information contact Laura Endowed Chair of Business & Finance which Megeath, Lifelong Learning Coordinator, at helps provide a values-centered education to [email protected]. Lourdes’ business majors. The Spirit of Lourdes The Spirit of YOU LOURDES.EDU O ering UNDERGRADUATE & GRADUATE Degree Programs Transfer or Enroll TODAY!

20A SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE • MID OCTOBER 2021 Northview High School receives Governor's Thomas Edison Awards for Excellence in STEM Education and Student Research Back row: Sylvania Northview High School is one of 45 sium, Believe in Ohio STEM Scholarship Recip- Sarah Rhine, Ohio schools selected to receive the Governor's ient, multiple professional journal publications Lauren Stewart, Thomas Edison Awards for Excellence in STEM by various students, professional meeting poster Andy Roth and Education and Student Research for its accom- presentations (OAS, AAI), District Science Day) Greg Christy plishments during the 2020-2021 school year. First established in 1985, the Governor’s Ryan Reed-Engineering (NASA Student Front row: Thomas Edison Awards recognizes Ohio Launch, S4 Competition, Rockets for Schools, Michelle schools and teachers who stimulate scientific STEMnauts (NASA/TI) National Champions, Bogue, Kathryn student research and technological design and American Rocketry Contest (TARC) Nationals) Nelson and extend experiential opportunities beyond tradi- Ryan Reed. tional classroom activities. “These schools and Greg Christy-Mathematics (American Math teachers are connecting classrooms to the real Contest (AMC 10/12),OCTM Tournament, world by demonstrating the relevance of STEM,” Ohio High School Math Invitational Olympiad, said Michael E. Woytek, the Academy’s Execu- American Regions Mathematics League) tive Director. Woytek went on to say, “They are developing a group of active and intrinsic learn- Andy Roth and Mrs. Lauren Stewart-Science ers.” Olympiad (state, district and invitational awards) Sylvania Northview teachers recognized include: Michelle Bogue-Environmental Science (TMACOG Student Watershed Watch, Envi- Kathryn Nelson-Research (International Sci- rothon) ence and Engineering Fair, National Junior Sci- ence and Humanities Symposium, National Sarah Rhine-Psychology (The Brain Fair) Melivin Scholar, Ohio State Science Day- Shaw The Ohio Academy of Science initiated this Award, Buckeye Science and Engineering Fair, educational partnership program in cooperation Ohio Junior Science and Humanities Sympo- with The Office of The Governor and The Tech- nology Division of The Ohio Development SV Tech Student Services Agency to recognize schools and teach- ers for excellence in STEM education and scien- Jonathan Beck has been named tific student research. Southview Career Tech Student of Each school will receive a special Governor's the Week for his hard work and Award certificate, and each teacher will receive dedication in class. He has made a a complimentary membership to The Ohio clear connection with the Academy of Science. The Technology Division knowledge and skills that of the Ohio Development Services Agency Southview’s \"Culinary Fundamentals\" funded the program. The criteria for the course has to offer to his job working Thomas Edison Award for Excellence are: (1) at a local restaurant, Charlie's Pizza. Conduct a local science fair with 12 or more stu- After graduation, he plans on dents and have two or more of these students attending a culinary arts program at participate in the 2021 Virtual District Science the college level. Day or have six or more students participate in the 2021 Virtual District Science Day when no local has been conducted, two students must participate in at least one more youth science opportunity beyond the classroom. The Ohio Academy of Science defines STEM education as both the mastery and integration of science technology, engineering, and mathe- matics for all PK-12 students. It incorporates sci- entific inquiry and technological design through student-focused, project-based curricula to de- velop skills of communication, teamwork/col- laboration, creativity/innovation, critical thinking, and problem solving. Sylvania Schools stated that it is proud of these educators for providing these experiences and mentoring students, and is also proud of the students involved for the exceptional STEM per- formance outside of the classrooms. Open House Sunday, November 7 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. Grades 6 – 12 sjjtoledo.org PAID FOR BY CITIZENS FOR KOCEVAR, PAUL HOAG TREASURER

MID OCTOBER 2021 • SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM 21A NV and SV Musicians of the Week Southview National Honor Society to hold human trafficking awareness event Internationally there are between 20 mil- Lucas County Human Trafficking Coalition. lion and 40 million people in modern slavery Her topics include youth sex trafficking and today. The Southview National Honor Society risk factors and making informed decisions on is sponsoring “Human Trafficking Youth Risk human rights and social justice issues. Reduction Awareness” with guest speaker Mona Al-Hayani. The event is Tuesday, Oct.12 The event is open to the public. Admission from 6-7 pm in the Southview theater. is a donation of hygiene items, cleaning prod- ucts, food and gas gift cards for Advocating The speaker is vice president of the Toledo Opportunity, a local organization that helps Federation of Teachers and is a member of the victims of human trafficking. SV Homecoming Maplewood has Royalty Crowned Principal of the Day The Northview Musician of the Senior Shana Phillips is the Alia Beseiso and Cam Moran. Luca Tonegato set the record for Week is senior Gavin Binni, son of Southview High School Musician of were crowned Homecoming funds raised at the annual Panther Lucinda and Bassam Binni. Gavin the week. Shana has been an Queen and King at the Southview Prowl held Oct. 1, earning her the is a four year member of involved and talented member of football game on Sept. 24 opportunity to be Principal of the Northview Choirs and sings Tenor in the Southview Band for 4 years. Day. the Northview A Cappella Choir Shana has demonstrated and Harmony Roadshow. Gavin is leadership and great musicianship also a four-year member of throughout her time at Southview. Northview Orchestras and plays She has been a squad leader for Viola in Chamber Orchestra. Apart two years, and has become from his musical activities, Gavin is section leader this year. Shana is a member of the varsity tennis also involved in the Southview team and plays club tennis. After theatre, the Totalview Thespians, high school, Gavin is hoping to and the International Thespian play college tennis, as well as Society. Shana is the daughter of continue his musical pursuits. Orly and Sean Phillips. LEARN MORE! ACADEMIC SPIRITUAL SOCIAL PHYSICAL EXCELLENCE D I S C O V E RY DEVELOPMENT GROWTH www.BGCToledo.org OPEN HOUSE HEALTHY LIFESTYLES ACADEMIC SUCCESS NOVEMBER 14, 2021 • 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM GOOD CHARACTER & CITIZENSHIP LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT Visit us for a personal tour during Open House on November 14th. Experience the Mission that has transformed young boys Homer Hanham Club | 2250 N. Detroit Ave. into Knights for more than 60 years. Schoenrock Family Club | 4450 Hill Ave. To schedule a Knight for a Day visit, contact admissions David Wehrmeister Club | Sherman Elementary | 817 Sherman St. 419-214-5425 or Brenda Skinner at [email protected] East Toledo Club | East Broadway Elementary | 1755 E. Broadway St. CASE provides collaborative opportunities, bringing the Carson Family Club | Marshall Elementary | 415 Colburn St. classroom and laboratory together in six new spaces. The facility reinforces the ideal educational learning environments that are required for today’s learners. Come explore CASE during Open House! MEET THE BROTHERHOOD. MEET THE TRADITION. MEET THE KNIGHTS. 2323 W. Bancroft Street // Toledo, Ohio 43607 // sfsknights.org // 419.531.1618

22A SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE • MID OCTOBER 2021 NV and SV Athletes of the Week St. Francis seniors set school The Northview Athlete of the week The Cougar Athlete of the Week is records on the gridiron is Senior Captain Emma Henderly senior volleyball player, Adrienne who has been a member of the Kynard. Adrienne plays outside During the St. Francis-Fremont Ross foot- putting Talboo as number 16 in the Ohio High LadyKat Varsity Tennis team the hitter and this is her third year on the ball game on Sept. 21, Sylvania Township res- School Athletic Association record book with past four years at Northview. Southview volleyball team. In recent ident and St. Francis de Sales High School only 18 players ever to achieve the 300-yard Currently she is 19–3 at first doubles games, she totalled 34 kills, 40 digs, senior receiver Trey Talboo set new school reception total. this fall. She won the first doubles 7 aces, and 3 blocks. Head coach records with his 16 receptions and four touch- title with Sophia Campbell at the Brandon Theaker commented, down catches. Additionally, the 16 receptions Senior quarterback Denim Truss also set a Ottawa Hills Invitational, the ‘Adrienne has been the on court put him in the OSHAA record book. His 302 new school record with five touchdown passes Perkin’s Doubles Invite and the leader with her passing and she is receiving yards mark another school record in one game. He is on track to break the 139 Michael’s Doubles Tournament. starting to get confidence with her completions record set by David Nees in 2012. Last week, Emma took third place attacking which showed in her at the NLL Championships with performances last week. She is Dipakshi Pal at first doubles. always asking questions on how to Coach Fisher stated, ‘Emma has get better during practices and been a true leader on and off the matches. Adrienne leads by court and her off season training example. She may not always be has really paid off for her.’ the loudest on the court but her actions and effort are always top —Photo by John Crisman, notch.’ Adrienne is in the ping-pong Assetware Photography club and this is her second year in the Med Tech program. She carries a 3.8 GPA and plans on attending nursing school next year. Annual community tailgate presented by Paramount A long-standing tradition in the district re- Southview high schools. turns. The annual community tailgate will be There is no admission fee. Food and bever- held Oct. 22, after a one-year hiatus in 2020. Each year, this event brings the Sylvania com- ages will be provided free of charge. The bands munity together before the rivalry varsity along with cheer and dance teams will provide football game between Northview and entertainment. The event will be held out- doors. ELECT - LOREN SENGSTOCK TRUSTEE SYLVANIA - TOWNSHIP & CITY WWW.CITIZENSWITHSENGSTOCK.COM PAID FOR BY ‘CITIZENS WITH SENGSTOCK’ – CINDY SENGSTOCK, TREASURER – 2226 MANOA RD – TOLEDO, OH 43615

Say YES to Something for Everyone! $60mil Mutigenerational Community Center yccerToeaehamrnterhimoonsafuguunnacncaldcieltenayroseegcsuwceerorsnemcfataoteunthmrildoitstminghinLauefetotnnevreipryterryraewsobttsvisiilyoid.ldneeanslts $12.5 Existing Facility Improvements Tax impact: $91.00 annually per $100,000 of home value The new Community Center will serve as a central hub of activity and events in our community. Bringing Sylvania programs and services together in a Existing Sylvania Recreation facilities connected fashion will be a game-changer for our residents! will also be greatly enhanced. An indoor soccer game, theatre classes, Lego/STEM competition, indoor swim meet and active adults walking on the track can all If passed, Issue #11 will also provide the resources to take place simultaneously in one environment. Key features of greatly enhance existing facilities to address capacity, the new center include: maintenance and service needs. Some of the proposed improvements include: • Improved athletic facilities that will more e ectively meet the high standards of Sylvania’s growing needs. This includes • The field house at Tam-O-Shanter will convert to a 3rd indoor turf space for soccer, lacrosse and flag football. Court sheet of ice. space for pickleball, basketball and volleyball. This additional space can also be used for special events and expos. • Plumber Pool and Burnham Park will be updated and improved. • STEM Classrooms that will support our schools by o ering high level, meaningful learning activities for our children, • An outdoor sports park will be created at Centennial so they can gain the experiences needed to lead full and with tennis, basketball, BMX pump track and more! accomplished lives. • A collaborative “Maker Space” that o ers high and low-tech tools not readily available at most homes. Fosters critical thinking skills and hands on learning and building. • And much more! Let’s keep our community thriving by improving the quality of life for all residents! Sylvania Community Center Scan to Learn More! Southwest Perspective LEARN MORE! Visit www.imagine-create-playsylvania.com Paid for by the Committee for Sylvania Recreation

EXPERIENCED LEADER WITH A HISTORY OF COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT A PRO-ACTIVE MEMBER OF SYLVANIA CITY COUNCIL FOR 14 YEARS I have worked hard to bring vision to City Council ELECTION DAY NOV 2ND WHEN I’M ELECTED MAYOR, I WILL Continue the re-development of downtown utilizing smart growth principles while preserving the integrity of our neighborhoods and our unique historical city assets Maintain the high level of safety and services that city residents expect Focus on long term planning with a vision for a vibrant, thriving, safe & creative city Stay committed to effective use of your tax dollars Create connections throughout our community for safe biking, walking and green space I will continue to listen to all of your concerns and create more opportunity for public engagement katiecappelliniformayor.com Paid for by the Committee to Elect Katie Cappellini Tom Cappellini Treasurer 5648 Parkwood Blvd Sylvania OH 43560

SECTION October 11 — October 25, 2021 Vol. 26, No. 14 • sylvaniaadvantage.com A celebration for 50 and 5... J&G’s Pizza Palace and Upside Brewery commemorate anniversaries Sylvania Mayor Craig Stough Melissa and Nick Dallas visit with L-R, back row: Family members Collin Ayres, Allan Gindy, Andrew Dallas, Bob presents proclamations to the Dallas Nick’s brothers Pen and Andrew Verhelst, Mark Dallas, Bart Sullins, Laura Sullins, Pen Dallas; middle row: family Nick, Mark, Jill, Melissa and Dallas and sister-in-law Nancy Charley Sullins, Julie Sullins, Nancy Dallas, Jill Dallas, Gaylene Gindy, Luna, naming Oct. 2 J&G Pizza Dallas. Samantha Ayres; front row: Melissa Dallas, Amy Verhelst, Carolyn Micham, Palace Day and Oct. 3 Upside and Nick Dallas gather for the event. Brewing Day. Karen and Garry McClain and Amy Mike and Tiffani Aurand and Dane Celebrating the anniversaries of J & G Lourdes President Mary Ann and Barry Nistel have a discussion Kieffer and his daughter Alexis Pizza and Upside Brewing are Luke Gawelek serves as a guest pourer at about the candle in the middle of Kieffer are guests at the 50 and 5 Barten, Meghan Franz, Paul Peer, Tom the anniversary party held Oct. 2. their table as they enjoy the sounds anniversary party held on Roesner, Christopher Sofo and Olivia of the Red Carpet Crashers. Maplewood Avenue. Sofo. —by Jennifer Alexander Ruple

2B SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE • MID OCTOBER 2021 Farmers Markets Plates and Places: A day-trip to Sylvania Farmers Market Orchard on Catawba Island Harroun Community Park 5428 Main St. annual pie baking contest. The BY JENNIFER ALEXANDER RUPLE Tuesday, Oct. 12 event, hosted by Heritage Sylvania, is 4 - 7 pm part of Sylvania’s Fall Festival. Single Fall is here in all its glory. The beauty of the Celebrate the final market of the or double crust pies are welcome. season presents us with great opportunities to season. Fall fun includes craft beer Please, no pies that need refrigera- hop in our cars and head out for day-trip ad- from Inside the Five and Upside Brew- tion. Adult and youth categories of- ventures. ing, live music, trick or treat, storytime fered with prizes awarded. Pies must with Sylvania Branch Library, and be delivered to the Heritage Center Catawba Island is an especially gorgeous food trucks - Grumpy’s Koral Ham- Museum by 9:30 am on Oct. 17. spot to visit this time of the year. There is burg, Holy Cheezus, Papi’s & Hahny’s Registration is encouraged at something about the afternoon light that and Captain’s Kitchen. heritagesylvania.org. sparkles on Lake Erie’s waves as they roll into downtownsylvania.org the shore, providing stunning views around Nite Lite Farmers Market Fall Fun every corner of the road. Downtown Sylvania Saturday, Oct. 16 Gust Brothers Pumpkin Farm A visit to Orchard Bar and Table and the 4 -10 pm 13639 Mulberry Rd., adjacent Orchard Farm Stand, located at 3266 Part of Sylvania’s Fall Festival week- Ottawa Lake, Mich. NE Catawba Rd., provides multiple dining op- end. Nite Lite includes shopping Open daily through Oct. 31 tions, a fabulous shopping opportunity, and a under the lights from artists, crafters 9 am - 7 pm lovely spot to relax and enjoy the crisp autumn and farmers market vendors. Live Pumpkins, mums and fall decor. Ani- air while strolling through the property’s vine- music throughout the evening, food mals to view and feed. Cider, donuts yards and orchard. trucks and cornhole tournament at 6 and hayrides will be held on week- pm. ends. Orchard Bar and Table offers European in- gustbrothers.com spired American cuisine including an array of sylvaniachamber.org seafood dishes, a signature Wagyu Burger, and Pie Baking Contest Bennetts Orchard craft-made cocktails. The restaurant affords a Heritage Center Museum 5647 Consear Rd., spacious outdoor patio with soothing water 5717 Main St. Ottawa Lake, Mich. features, views of the apple orchard, and live Sunday, Oct. 17 Monday - Saturday 9 am - 7 pm music. Dinner is available Monday through Show off your pie baking skills at the Sunday 10 am - 5 pm Sunday. Lunch and brunch options are offered Fresh homegrown produce, apples, on weekends. peaches and fresh cider. You-pick apples, donuts on weekends, At Orchard Farm Stand, which is situated caramel apples and fall decor. just across the parking lot from the restaurant, bennettsorchard.com visitors will find a unique selection of local produce, honey, jams and jellies, coffee, wine, Cooking Class baked goods, kitchen items, gifts, home décor and more. Durocher’s 5555 Monroe St. A recent addition to the farm stand is a Wednesday, Nov. 17 pizza and sandwich kitchen which features a 6 - 8 pm variety of applewood fired pizzas, handcrafted Sharpen your cooking skills and learn sandwiches, wine, ice cream and to-go char- new techniques from award-winning cuterie boxes. The farm stand is open seven chef Charine Mourad. November’s days a week. theme is a Thanksgiving feast. $45 per person. To RSVP, contact For hours of operation for Orchard Bar and [email protected]. Table and Orchard Farm Stand, visit their pages on Facebook. Got food events? Email [email protected]

MID OCTOBER 2021 • SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM 3B BY JENNIFER ALEXANDER RUPLE Nosh boards, grazing boards, or charcuterie boards – whatever you call them, they’ve taken over the culinary world! And there’s good reason. Halloween They can feed a few or a crowd, can accommodate many types of foods and are fun to make. Nosh Board Speaking of fun to make, Halloween is the best season to get creative with food. This nosh board includes meat, cheeses, fruit, nuts and a few sweets; it’s sure to delight your little goblins and big ones too! Can’t find some of my suggested items? Go ahead and swap them out for other seasonal foods such as figs, sweet potato crackers, dried cranberries and apricots, orange bell pepper slices, or squares of pumpkin spice bread. However you choose to assemble your Halloween board, here’s wishing you a ghostly good time. Apple Cider Fruit Spread Spread on a cracker and top with cheese. Harvest Corn Italian Salami Similar to candy corn Make salami rivers. Fold salami in but different colors. half then half again; line up along something round. Cheese Please Manchego Cheese Plenty of options – try Parmesan, A rich Spanish cheese Gouda or white cheddar. great for cutting into wedges. Candied Pecans Or walnuts, almonds, cashews. Rosemary Sprigs Apple Slices Add sprigs of your favorite Sprinkle slices with a little lemon juice to keep from browning. Sources herbs for garnish. Jack-o’-lantern Pumpkin Spice Pretzels A sweet and salty treat Bowl: Kroger for your board. Apple Cider Fruit Spread: Trader Joe’s Fall Leaf Tortilla Chips: Trader Joe’s Harvest Corn: Target Merlot Cheese: Costco Pumpkin Cranberry Crisps: Trader Joe’s Pumpkin and Cranberry Crisps The vehicle to move jams Pumpkin Spice Fudge Coated Pretzels: and cheese. Target Leaf Tortilla Chips Tri-colored chips add crunchiness. Candied Pecans: Costco Manchego Cheese: Trader Joe’s Columbus Italian Dry Salami: Costco

4B SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE • MID OCTOBER 2021 BY GAIL BISHOP a book club, I highly recommend this fast-paced being the mother of Abe who keeps getting read. kicked out of school (the last time was for stab- The Neighbor’s Secret bing a girl!) without the neighbors finding out This novel spans a year with monthly book she could be harboring a sociopath. Annie can- Author L. Alison Heller club meetings that begin with the classic “Lolita.” not figure out why her previously straight A Janine runs the club and she is the mom who daughter is suddenly struggling and what exactly “Readers are the best people. Think about it: suffers from EPC. “Janine’s daughter Katie was is Annie’s connection to the Meeker family? All our hobby is putting ourselves in someone else’s always achieving things … something about Ja- of your questions will be answered by the final shoes.” (Disclaimer: unless you live in Cotton- nine’s presentation always caused a flash of panic chapters. (Even though you will think you had it wood Estates) This novel is about a group of within Annie: Should Hank and Laurel be com- neighborhood women who form a book club. posing concertos? Why figured out all along.) Sounds fairly innocuous, right? But no … there haven’t they written Another mystery af- is nothing innocent about any of these women cookbooks for charity?” who all suffer from extreme parenting compet- Annie and her husband fecting this otherwise itiveness (EPC: that’s a syndrome I made up), stretched to get into idyllic neighborhood is hidden secrets (always a good addition to a mys- Cottonwood Estates be- the shenanigans of the tery), a penchant for strong cocktails (this was cause of the school sys- local vandal who strikes the part about them I liked), and connections to tem but it turns out she in the dead of night. each other that go way back, resulting in a story has a history with this “The vandal cut up so full of twists and turns you don’t know what community and espe- their Frosty the Snow- really happens until the last chapter. If you are in cially with Lena man inflatable. Snipped Meeker, the wealthy re- off the carrot nose like a cluse who tragically lost psycho. Their grand- her husband to a sud- kids found the rem- den heart attack. nants and were traumatized.” Of course On the spur of the the likely suspect is Jen’s moment, Annie stops by Lena’s home and invites troubled son Abe but others also behave suspi- her to join the neighborhood book club. What ciously. For example, why has Laurel all of a sud- follows is a friendship of sorts between a woman den decided to train for a marathon only under who was once actively social and now extremely the cover of darkness? lonely (Why does her daughter Rachel barely If you decide to read this novel for your book speak to her?) and Annie, who doesn't really fit club, might I suggest a Lolita Lemon Drop? (fair in with the other mothers but wants to try. warning though: in the novel this drink results in a few drunken book club attendees…) Com- In this novel, everyone has problems and they bine one ounce vodka, half ounce Triple Sec, one are exacerbated by long-held secrets. Lena seems ounce lemon juice, and a quarter ounce simple like a victim whose philandering husband syrup in a shaker with ice. Garnish with a lemon caused a tragic accident, but she also has a few wheel and a rim of sugar. Happy reading! skeletons in her closet. Jen is trying to navigate TCM picks in October 10/18 10/28 BY JENNIFER KELLOW-FIORINI The Thing Called Love, 1993, River Phoenix, The Phantom of the Opera, 1925, Lon Chaney Classic horror from the silent era. REEL CINEMA Samantha Mathis, Sandra Bullock Frankenstein, 1931, Boris Karloff, Colin Clive, I’s Halloween and TCM has more great horror 10/21 Mae Clark movies than I can fit on the page! Lucille Ball is 6 am – 6 pm, Hammer Horror Movies See the original and read about star Boris Star of the Month, so tune in Thursday nights for The Nanny, 1965, Bette Davis all things Lucy. Tuesdays feature European New Dracula Prince of Darkness, 1966, Christopher Karloff in our next issue! Wave Cinema, Mondays are Country films and Yours, Mine, and Ours, 1968, Lucille Ball, the stars that made them, plus a marathon of Lee, Peter Cushing Halloween movies Oct. 29 to Oct. 31. TCM will Frankenstein Created Woman, 1967, Peter Henry Fonda, Tim Matheson be mixing it up with a few new horror classics Star of the Month, Lucille Ball, stars in the film (The Abominable Dr. Phibes and Let’s Scare Jes- Cushing sica) that have not been seen in previous line- Taste the Blood of Dracula, 1970, Peter Cush- that inspired The Brady Bunch. ups! ing, Ralph Bates, Peter Sallis 10/29 10/14 The Abominable Dr. Phibes, 1971, Vincent M, 1931 (German w English subtitles), Peter 10/22 Dance Girl Dance, 1940, Lucille Ball, Maureen Price Lorre Stylish, macabre, with dark humor a plenty, Eyes Without a Face, 1959 (French w English O’Hara A drama about a ballet dancer and a bur- this underseen gem is Price’s best horror per- subtitles), Alida Valli, Juliette Mayniel formance, and the role he was born to play. Es- Don’t let the subtitles scare you. These two lesque queen, with plot points that probably in- sential! fluenced Flashdance. Ball plays against type as a masterpieces of European horror creep beneath bad girl in rare a dramatic role. 10/30 the skin and forever haunt the viewer. Spider Baby, 1964, Lon Chaney Jr. 10/23 Young Frankenstein, 1974, Gene Wilder, 10/15 Bird,1988, Forest Whitaker, Tony Todd (Can- Carnival of Souls, 1962, Candace Hilligoss Cloris Leachman, Teri Garr This indie horror gem, initially a box office dyman), Keith David, Slim Jim Phantom (The Stray Cats) Clint Eastwood directs this film on 10/31 flop, earned cult status from late-night TV air- the life of jazz legend Charlie “Bird” Parker. Let’s Scare Jessica to Death, 1971, Zohra Lam- ings. If you love David Lynch, this film inspired his Lynchian style. 10/25 pert Honeysuckle Rose, 1980, Willie Nelson, Dyan A recently institutionalized woman fears she 10/16 The River’s Edge, 1986, Crispin Glover, Keanu Cannon, Amy Irving may be losing her mind again after moving to a farmhouse in the country that may be haunted. Reeves, Dennis Hopper 10/26 A low-budget, extremely effective 70s style slow Over the Edge, 1979, Matt Dillon Killer animals! burn horror movie. Two acclaimed dramas about the dark side of The Swarm, 1978, Michael Caine, Katherine Mad Love 1934, Peter Lorre, Colin Clive teen life in suburban America. Ross A demented surgeon obsessed with an actress The Pack, 1977, Joe Don Baker replaces her concert pianist husband's mangled 10/17 Night of the Lepus, 1972, Janet Leigh, Rory hands with those of a guillotined murderer. Burnt Offerings, 1976, Oliver Reed, Bette Calhoun Check your local listings or go to TCM.com for Davis, Karen Black more details. TCM airs on DirecTV, Channel 10/27 256HD, and Buckeye Channel 107 or 597HD. Dracula, 1931, Bela Lugosi, David Manners Some films play late nights, so set your DVR. Still creepy and atmospheric at ninety years old. Read about Bela Lugosi in our next issue!

MID OCTOBER 2021 • SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM 5B MARK LUETKE house and fills up my day,” said eight-year Beyond Clint D. Keifer, Au.D., veteran Lora Holms. Her colleague Lianne a “new normal”: Doctor of Audiology, LOOKING SIDEWAYS Owed agreed, “I just enjoy working. The job examines a patient here makes me get up in the morning and A new era of ‘Real’ get ready to go.” Twinkly-eyed Gerda said hearing healthcare. Jobs that she, too, needs to do something more Keep than housework. Despite yoga every morn- 3780 King Rd. 2C ■ Toledo, OH 43617 Seniors ing, reading, and tending her garden, her as- 419.327.2273 Young signment at the center is enjoyable because, “I get to meet people and do something GLAudiology.com The groundskeeper nicknamed “Moose” good for society.” is no different from the seven other seasonal 419-824-5200 workers in the Olander Park System this In addition to these retirees who find ful- summer. He cuts grass, pulls weeds, empties fillment in second-career jobs, there are a • Units from 5x10 to 10x40 trash barrels and otherwise provides main- number of older Sylvania residents who still • Climate-Controlled Units tenance at five TOPS locations from early work where they started out. One that I met • RV Parking spring to October. has been at it for nearly 70 years, although Sister Jane Mary Sorosiak sees it as a calling 6424 Memorial Hwy., He’s no different than many seasonal rather than a profession. The 91-year-old Ottawa Lake, MI workers, except that he is 86. Sylvania Franciscan can be found most days in the Alverno studio on the Sylvania Fran- AT THE OH & MI STATE LINE His given name is James Monaghan. The ciscan Motherhouse campus creating large- Stonehenge resident is typical of many Syl- format ceramic murals for commissions Nationally Accredited vania people well past retirement age who from around the county. Her first project choose to work at “real” jobs rather than was the 82-foot art piece on the façade of Our responsible re-start continues! sleep in, watch TV, or play pickleball. They the Franciscan Center in the 1980s; since keep working for a variety of reasons, and then, she has completed more than 100 in- Your Sylvania Senior Center is now open in doing so may be adding many years and stallations for buildings nationwide. 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM! much meaning to their lives. Sister Jane Mary says she came to the Sis- No pre-registration is required for any program Moose has been a “park technician” at ters of St. Francis after graduating from Olander for five years—first full time, and Mary Manse College with a degree in art Our main entrance doors are open all day and we encourage you to now 24 hours a week. Prior to that, he and education. Although she was older than visit our library, check out a fitness class or just come with a friend worked another five at the Metroparks. This most women who entered the order, “I de- and enjoy a change of scenery while you chat! all follows a successful career in the auto- cided this is what God wanted me to do.” motive business … first selling cars for deal- She taught both grade school and high Cards, board games and Bingo are being offered and your pals are erships like Kistler and Dave White, then as school before joining the faculty at Lourdes, waiting for you to come play! a founder of the “Ugly Duck” rental car where she was assistant professor in art his- franchises of the 1970s, and finally running tory and studio art for 30 years. Fitness programs, table tennis, billiards and all of your other favorites his own used car operation for 15 years. He are back too! sold out when he was 70. “I stopped teaching full-time 10 years ago, but never actually retired,” she said. “I As we chatted at a picnic table overlook- was an adjunct for a while and still have stu- ing Olander Lake, he said, “Selling cars used dents doing independent study. Plus, I’ve al- to be a personal business, but when comput- ways worked in the studio. The ers came in it changed everything … it was commissions just keep coming, which is no longer a job based on trust. I played for why I believe this is what I am supposed to five or six years when I retired, but that be doing. I keep going and going—just like stopped being fun, too. By working at the the battery bunny.” parks, you show up, get your assignment, do the best you can, and you still can take pride Experts agree that people who work past in your work.” the accepted retirement age live longer and exhibit healthier aging, resiliency and a Moose said that because of his maturity, more positive frame of mind, according to he may want to slow down a bit more in the Pamela Rybka, a clinical counselor and so- next few years. But looking out into the blue cial worker whose practice has included water, he added, “Where else can you work geriatric mental health. every day that has a view like this?” “The number one reason people stay re- Just across the street from Olander, three silient and live healthier lives as they grow other neighbors in their 80s fill their days older is they stay socialized … have a big so- with meaning too. They are volunteers who cial network. And the best socialization is put in regular hours at the Sylvania Senior through volunteerism and working. Doing Center … staffing the front reception desk, a job enriches an older person’s inner life,” offering tours to visitors, answering the she said. phone, and helping with office work. More than 100 seniors donate their time there in There is no question that each of the other jobs that range from delivering food working seniors I talked to understand to running Bingo. Pamela’s point in various ways. Gerda at the Senior Center said it best, “You are as young “After I retired, I found myself just sitting as you feel, and I feel younger than I am. Be- at home. Working here gets me out of the cause of my work, I still feel like I’m in my 60s.” Longtime Sylvania resident Mark Luetke has served on city council, the board of education, and numer- ous foundation and community boards. 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MID OCTOBER 2021 • SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM 9B St. Clare and St. Francis award winners honored at annual gala Sylvania Mayor Craig Stough Sylvania City Council member June Rose Galvin, Linda Burge, Polly Tate hopes she has shares a moment with Sisters of St. Katie Cappellini congratulates Barbara Brown, Guild President purchased a winning raffle ticket Francis Congregational Minister, 2020 St. Clare Award winner Linda Cathy McGuire and her mother from Kathy Manol at the Opera Sr. Nancy Linenkugel. Fadden. Nancy Coburn enjoy the lunch Guild luncheon held Sept. 29 at and performance by members of Highland Meadows Golf Club. the Toledo Opera. Opera Guild Members Meet Sr. Nancy Linenkugel, congregational minister, left, and Sr. Mary Jon Wagner, Cathy McGuire welcomes Toledo Patty Stephens, Diane Rusk and former congregational minister, right, congratulate winners Kathy Faist, St. Clare Opera guests Michael Coleman, Bonnie Wrobble are happy to hear Award 2021, Kathie Pasquarella, St. Francis Award 2021, Eileen Kerner, St. Francis Kevin Bulsma, Suzanne Rorick, Jim Adam Turner perform following the Award winner, 2020, and Linda Fadden, St. Clare Award 2020. —by Laurie Bertke Norman and Adam Turner. luncheon. Paid for by Tammy Lavalette for Sylvania School Board

10B SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE • MID OCTOBER 2021 Farewell to Apple Butter Festival Equals Family Fall Fun the Alley Susan Park takes a last look at the Lee and Skylar Crawford find themselves ‘driving a tractor’ and being a part of a bushel of apples at the annual inventory in her ‘Booker’s Books’ MacQueen Orchards Apple Butter Festival and Craft Show on Oct. 2. little library named in memory of her dog. The library is located behind her Fairview home in one of the only residential alleys in Sylvania. Park is relocating to North Carolina with Booker’s Booksr, as it was made by her father. community over the last twelve years. I have the experience, Proudly endorsed by Sylvania Education Association Paid for by The Committee to Elect Julie Hoffman, Daniel J. Hoffman, Treasurer, PO Box 245, Sylvania, OH 43560

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14B SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE • MID OCTOBER 2021 MARY HELEN DARAH That’s how it all began. We had run once or fort.” twice together but never trained. It was just for Sami Clarke was also asked by Maggie Ma- I used to call myself a runner, which frankly corner. I am excited to be a part of it. It really fun. Now we train together. As a group we do was a bit of a stretch. Historically, I would put hasn’t hit me yet. Some people wait a long time a long run through a Dave’s Running Shop honey to run the marathon. “I have never run on Janet Jackson, manage to move in a forward to get a lottery ticket or a charity bib for a program on Saturdays. I run three to four a full marathon,” said Clarke. “I ran in the direction for three songs, then turn around for chance to run. The fact that it was handed to times a week outside of the long run we do to- Glass City Marathon but only did the half. The home. My running was like my mom’s meat- me is amazing. We told Luke we wanted to be gether.” She added, “My schedule is hectic. I New York City Marathon is a once in a lifetime loaf. It wasn’t pretty but it got the job done. I part of the race and the fundraising needed for will be traveling for 10 days before the opportunity, especially while helping a non- never thought of hitting the pavement again in the charity bibs. I surpassed my goal, thanks marathon with a wedding and a work trip. It’s profit.” Clarke believes the biggest challenge this lifetime until spending time with the to the tremendous support of family, friends a little overwhelming at times, especially in ad- will be toward the end of the race. “At that highly motivational Maggie Mahoney and her and the community.” dition to balancing a career and a family.” point your body is so tired. It will be tough to running mates Sami Clarke, and Lisa Sedlak. keep that momentum. You get tired and super The three friends are heading to New York this Mahoney’s dad, Neal, and brother Matt will Sedlak is thrilled to be a part of the hungry. I am hoping the environment and November to run in the New York City be cheering her on from the sidelines in New fundraising efforts for RallyCap Sports. The being with 33,000 runners will keep us going.” Marathon, all 26.2 miles of it.  York along with a couple of friends. “It is going three runners had to raise $2,500 each for their to be very emotional,” she said. “It has been bib. “All the proceeds will offset the costs and Clarke equates training for a marathon to A while back Maggie Mahoney's friend and one of the most challenging things I have ever equipment so the kids with special needs can having a second job. “It has impacted every head of the nonprofit RallyCap Sports, Luke put my mind to. You hit various milestones play sports. That is the number one motiva- part of my life,” she stated. “I have given up Sims, reached out to her and asked if she had throughout the training. I finished 20 miles tion. We are blessed that we are doing this for every Saturday to commit to long runs which any interest in the charity bibs he had for the (which is the mileage we train to) for the first a purpose. Also, I want to set a good example means going to bed on Friday at 8:30 pm. It’s opportunity to run in the New York City time, and I was sobbing. I will hit 26.2 for the for my own children. My daughter is a runner been tiring but so exciting. I am lucky I get to Marathon. “I figured it was a once in a lifetime first time on race day. I highly recommend in high school. It sets the bar. It is nice to know run with two of my best friends and represent opportunity and told him let’s run with it---lit- doing something challenging. You learn so that you can run at any age. It doesn’t matter our community come November.” erally. RallyCap Sports is a nonprofit that pro- much about yourself. It is such a cliche, but so where you finish, it is so rewarding. Only one vides recreational sports specifically designed true ... if you put your mind to it, you can ac- percent of the population runs a marathon. This will be the 50th year of the NYC for children and young adults with special complish anything.”  That is how challenging a marathon is–26.2 Marathon and I will be watching. I must admit, needs,” said Mahoney. “I have never been a miles is a long haul but definitely worth the ef- not necessarily to celebrate the race’s anniver- runner. I couldn’t run five miles a year ago but Mahoney’s friend Lisa Sedlak is part of the sary, but to cheer on three determined local this will be a tremendous experience for a great running threesome. “Maggie and I have a busi- women who are challenging us to be our best.  cause. Now, I have done two half marathons, ness relationship together,” stated Sedlak. “We and this will be my first full marathon.” were at lunch one time and I told her that I ran the Glass City Marathon. At that time she said The group started training with Dave’s Run- that she couldn't run a mile. This year she ran ning Shop. “Dave’s has a full marathon pro- a half marathon.” gram that we have been following,” she stated. “I really can’t believe the event is around the Sedlak recalled, “Maggie called me when she got the bib opportunities for New York. L-R: Maggie Mahoney, Sami Clarke and Lisa Sedlak prepare for the upcoming New York City Marathon. celebrate90 BEAUTIFUL YEARS Event Specifics Mergleo Nheorreman Cosmetics oSf tSuydlivoaNnaiame 6626AMdodnrreosesStreet (PAchroossnfreomNthue mber fBireusstaitnioen)ss Hours 419-882-7815 © 2021 Merle Norman Cosmetics Inc.

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16B SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE • MID OCTOBER 2021 James Falvey LIVES CELEBRATED James Murray Falvey, plane Jim heard the sweet voice of a child say “Hi In lieu of flowers, contributions in Jim’s name years Ned Barnes. With Mary Ellen’s death, so age 87, ascended to a loving Daddy” to the man who was armed with a large are suggested to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. ended a line of Howarn descendants that Mary God on Sept. 20, 2021, with weapon as he walked down the aisle. Later he en- Ellen could trace back to the 18th century. family by his side. Jim was joyed owning Steager Showel where, as president, Mary Ellen Beattie born Sept. 30, 1933, in De- he brought the company to great success. He In line with her spirit of selflessness, Mary troit, Mich. to the late James served on numerous boards from Ohio Citizens Mary Ellen Beattie Ellen donated her remains to the University of P. and Eleanor (Murray) Bank to the Toledo Symphony and appreciated passed away Sept. 25, 2021, Toledo Medical Center. A memorial mass and Falvey. Jim was also pre- any opportunity to be of service. at the age of 79. One of her celebration of her life will be held on Thursday, ceded in death by brothers William and Tom most enduring and endear- Oct. 21 at 11 am at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Falvey (Alice) and nieces Anne and Mary His greatest success, however, was attained by ing traits was that of nur- Sylvania. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests Frances and nephew Chris. the laughter and love he brought his family and turer and caregiver, of her memorial contributions to Hospice of Northwest He is survived by daughters Ellen Lynch everyone he met. Jim was known as “Mr. Won- children and grandchil- Ohio or the Toledo Junior Golf Association. (Mike), Kathleen Brown (Brian), Maureen Falvey derful” due to his inherent ability to entertain and dren, her husband, family (Robert) and Patricia Falvey (Cathy) and their connect with others from all walks of life. Jim en- members, close companions and an extensive Paula Mehring mother and former wife Martha Moloney; joyed boating on Lake Erie, history, reading, the collection of dear friends. No matter the situation, grandchildren Collin, Bryden, M.E., Kevin, Katie, symphony, opera and spending quality time and Mary Ellen listened fully and shared of herself in Paula S. Mehring, a lov- Brendan, Charlotte, and Mary; and nephew Pat telling stories with his many friends, some going a perceptive, caring and loving way. ing wife, mother and Falvey and niece Robin. as far back to his childhood in Old Orchard and Mary Ellen was born to Edward and Margaret grandmother, passed away His life was further enriched and blessed by some he may have met just that day. He made (Fitzgibbon) Howarn on Feb. 19, 1942, the sec- Sept. 22, 2021, at home, his former spouse, best friend and companion people feel at ease and was there for people when ond of two daughters raised in west Detroit. with her three children by Sharon Falvey and her children Karen (Sierra) they were going through challenges and encour- Mich. Proud of her Irish-Catholic heritage, Mary her side. Paula was 75 years and Eric (Caitin) Marquardt and grandchildren aged all of us to show up in these times as well. Ellen attended Epiphany Parish School and Im- old, born April 23, 1946, in Zoey (Cody), Sage, Dash, Leika and Maura. maculata High School, class of 1960. She often Toledo, Ohio, the daughter His continued friendships with Martha and He was fun-loving but he had a deeper side warmly recounted the many joys of growing up of the late Paul and Elsie (Kolasinski) Stone. She Sharon were rare and precious for all involved. too and sought personal growth throughout his in mid-century Detroit (Hudson’s, street cars, attended St. Catherine’s, Central Catholic High Jim had a great sense of pride in Toledo, Ohio. life. He learned and taught us that quality of rela- Vernors and Faygo, Boblo Island boats) and School and Bowling Green State University. Paula He graduated from DeVilbiss High School in tionships matter more than financial success and served as a youth cheerleader for the Detroit Red worked at the Lion Store in downtown Toledo, as 1951. He attended the University of Toledo, community accolades. He, like all of us, had trials Wings during the Gordie Howe-Ted Lindsay era. a secretary for Owens-Illinois, but found her where he was an active member of the Sigma in this life but did not let them diminish his sense In the years going forward, she would drive many greatest joy as a homemaker. Alpha Epsilon fraternity and graduated with a of humor or his belief in the goodness of people. of the sportier Pontiacs of her era, including a Le- On April 19, 1969, Paula married the love of degree in business. He served in the U.S. Army He, like all of us, made mistakes but he, like so Mans, a Grand Prix, and a Firebird (she wisely her life, Robert C. Mehring, and created her and enjoyed a successful business career starting few, was willing to listen and make amends when left the minivans to Roy). Mary Ellen also main- proudest accomplishment, her family. She had a with Owens Illinois in the international division. needed. Jim knew a loving God who he leaned tained strong bonds to family in Bay City. Mich. strong, motherly presence and was the rock of It was during this time, he was on DL Flight 841, on in life and who brought him Home to eternal and loved annual family summer vacations up her beloved family, especially after Bob’s sudden which was hijacked in route to Miami. Thank- life where we trust the Angels were singing an north at Grand Lake near Presque Isle. passing in 2004. “Mimi” was always available to fully, no passengers were harmed. It was a story Irish tune for a life well lived. Before graduating from Eastern Michigan babysit and attended countless sporting events, he loved to tell because one hijacker brought his University, she became engaged to Roy Beattie, a dance recitals and school events of her grandchil- son with him and in the midst of taking over the Family and friends are invited to visit and cel- golf professional at Plum Hollow Country Club dren. Paula was a loyal friend and lived her life ebrate Jim’s life at 11am Saturday, Oct. 16, 2021, in Southfield, Mich. They married the day of after with such integrity. Being herself to all who knew at an outdoor service with military honors at Cal- Christmas 1964 and would soon relocate to Syl- her; compassionate, fun, involved and always vary Cemetery. Attendees are asked to meet at the vania, Ohio when Roy became head golf profes- available for friendship and conversation. And Parkside gates at 10:50 am. sional at Sylvania Country Club. Paula's love of a good kitchen dance party was Over the next couple of decades, Mary Ellen known by many. Her love of music and dancing, and Roy raised two sons and two daughters in especially kitchen dance parties, is shared by her Sylvania. She was actively engaged as a parish- kids and grandkids. She loved to talk sports and ioner, CCD teacher and volunteer at St. Joseph was a fixture at University of Michigan football Catholic Church. She was also an enthusiastic games for many years with her husband, Bob. She hockey mom at Sylvania Tam-O-Shanter and was also very active within her community. Paula volunteer at countless school functions, including served as the president of the Ottawa Hills Boost- service on the Parent Board of St. John’s High ers Club and enjoyed going to Arnie’s after the School. After many years of helping manage pro meetings with the other board members. She was shop sales at Sylvania Country Club, she and Roy a former trustee of the D.O.V.E. Fund, which pro- would later build and initially operate the golf fa- vided clean water treatment facilities and money cility known today as Quarry Ridge in Ottawa to build schools and medical clinics in many of Lake, Mich. In later years Mary Ellen enjoyed Vietnam’s poorest rural villages. Paula treasured managing the bridal department at Elder-Beer- the memories of her trips to Vietnam with Bob, man in both Toledo, Ohio and Jackson, Mich. who was a Vietnam Veteran, and other D.O.V.E. Post retirement, Mary Ellen was an active Fund trustees, where they witnessed their works grandmother to 13 kids in three states, while stay- firsthand and visited the Vietnamese countryside. ing active with many close friends who shared Paula was also a presence in the Junior League, her love of mahjong, cruises, or sometimes just a Ottawa Hills PTA and a member of P.E.O. Paula meal on the town. Unwinding usually meant a picked up golf later in life, something her hus- book in one hand and a phone in the other. band was always so proud of. They enjoyed golf- Those who knew her best marveled at how ing together and she loved playing in the 18 quickly she would make new friends, nurture Holers at Inverness Club. She was also an avid those friendships and build new connections gardener, a hobby that grew when she planted a among them. small memorial garden for her beloved mother Mary Ellen is survived by her children Dan after her passing. She developed quite the green (Sherry) Beattie, Jim (Kelly) Beattie, Sharon thumb and friends and neighbors eagerly antici- (Mike) Matousek and Janet (Dusty) Potter; her pated the planting of her impatiens every spring. 13 grandchildren CJ (Chelsea); Jake (Cara); Luke; Paula was a member of Gesu Parish and her de- Drew; Tyler; Aiden; Paige; Logan; Sullivan; Kee- vout faith granted her peace and comfort gan; Cole; Quin; and Pierce; her sister Janet’s hus- throughout her life. band, Ed (Gerri) Parks; along with countless Left to cherish her memory her children Alli- cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends. son (Cory) Fischer of Chagrin Falls, Ohio, Taylor She was preceded in death by her husband of (Blake) Beusse of East Grand Rapids, Mich. and more than 40 years, Roy D. Beattie; her parents Dale Mehring of Toledo, Ohio; grandchildren and sister Janet Parks; and her companion in later Lucy, Bobby, Matilda, Peter Fischer, Billy, Betsy, Mikey Beusse, and Juliette and Elise Mehring.

MID OCTOBER 2021 • SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM 17B LIVES CELEBRATED in elementary schools and special education in Minnesota, Michigan and Ohio. She has been a She is also survived by her brother Doug of ESCU after a merger with OC Federal Credit Fred is survived by his loving wife of 39 years, member and volunteered for the Lourdes Uni- (Michelle) Stone and cousin Stacey (Anthony) Union. Following a merger with Toledo Area Elizabeth “Carol” (Brounley) Brink, whom he versity Auxiliary, Sisters of St. Francis Associate Layzell. Paula was preceded in death by her hus- Community Credit Union, Fred served as treas- married in May 1982; children Stephen (Brenda) Program, Toledo Day Nursery, Toledo Federa- band on June 10, 2004. urer, managing an investment portfolio of over Brink of Angola, Ind., and Christine (Jay) Brink tion of Teachers, Toledo Arts Commission, $135 million. Soon after this merger, the credit of Churubusco, Ind.; step-daughters Tanya (Cliff) Toledo Symphony League, Toledo Opera Guild, In lieu of flowers, the family requests that do- union was renamed Directions Credit Union. At Hardin of Seymour, Tenn., and Laura Scarbro of March of Dimes, Ability Center Auxiliary, nations be made to Catholic Charities Diocese of the time of the merger, Directions CU became Monmouth, Ore. Fred is also survived by his Flower Hospital Auxiliary, Toledo Museum of Toledo. Consider donating specifically towards the fourth largest credit union in Ohio. grandchildren, Monica, Jared and Nicholas Art, Make-A-Wish, LPGA Marathon Classic, HOPE Food Pantry or Helping Hands of St. Young, Shawn Scarbro, Adam Schwab, Brittanie WGTE and countless other organizations. She Louis, both of which provide meals for those in During his career, Fred served the credit union and Briana Mullins; and five great-grandchildren. was skilled in calligraphy, sang with the Toledo need in Northwest and West Central Ohio. Also, community as a director for 15 years with the He is also survived by sisters-in-law Lois Brink of Opera Chorus and the Perrysburg Suburban Miriam House, that provides a night of safe shel- Toledo Chapter of Credit Unions, and for 10 Ayersville, Ohio and Mary Brink of Continental, Singers. For several summers, she also taught ter, meals and loving support for a mother and years for the Ohio Credit Union League. He rep- Ohio; and many nieces and nephews. Native American children at the Bay Mill Reser- her children. resented his credit union at several area Cham- vation on Sugar Island near Sault St. Marie, bers of Commerce. Fred retired from Directions In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Mich., where she built a log cabin. Fred Brink in May, 2013. Westgate Chapel or the American Cancer Soci- ety. Online condolences to the family may be Norene touched thousands of lives–from her Fred Brink, 74, of Fred was an avid golfer – not good but he like made at walkerfuneralhomes.com. students, to her countless friends, to her fellow Toledo, Ohio, passed away it anyway. He proved it was better to be lucky Sisters and teachers. She often said “count only Sept. 17, 2021. Born in De- than good with a hole-in-one at Heatherdowns Sr. Norene Drewicz the rainbows in your life, not the thunder- fiance, Ohio Sept. 22, 1946. Golf Club in 2007. Fred volunteered 10 years at storms.” Fred grew up in rural Hol- the Jamie Farr Classic, golfed in the Edison Golf Norene L. Drewicz was gate where he attended League for 20 years and for 28 years, went with born July 31, 1940, to Wal- And, she lived God’s love in the everyday Holgate High School, grad- 20 friends on golf trips to Tennessee and North ter and Helen Drewicz. things of her life. uating in 1964. Carolina. After retirement, Fred golfed several She passed away at Rosary Fred received his bachelor’s degree from De- times a week with old and new friends, through- Care Center on Sept. 25 at Norene is survived by her nephews Bill Miller, fiance College in January 1969, while working full out NW Ohio and SE Michigan. the age of 81. Jeffrey [Whitey] Taylor, Tony Drewicz, Matthew time, including three years at General Motors Taylor; nieces Nancy Hamilton, Becky Stidham, Central Foundry in Defiance. After graduation, As a sports fan, Fred followed college and pro- Norene attended St. and Dawn Robinson, and special friend Mary he worked one year in accounting in Saginaw, fessional football and basketball, NASCAR, and Clare Academy and was in Arquette. She was preceded in death by her par- Mich., at Central Foundry’s Division Offices. golf. Of course, his Number One team was the the first graduating class of Lourdes Junior Col- ents, Walter and Helen [Bialecki] Drewicz, sisters In 1970, Fred began a 20-year career at Toledo Ohio State Buckeyes. lege. She went on to get her Bachelor of Arts de- JoAnn Hamper, Daphne Taylor, Judy Leonard Edison, where he held several positions, includ- gree at Mary Manse College and her Master’s of and brother Anthony Drewicz. ing customer accounting manager and senior au- Fred was an active member of Calvary United Education degree at BGSU. She was a Sister of ditor. While working at Edison, Fred volunteered Methodist Church, working at many church St. Francis, making her final vows in 1960. In lieu of flowers, consider gifts in memory at Toledo Edison Federal Credit Union on its su- events. He chaired its finance committee and its Norene’s gifts and talents are too numerous to of Norene to The Sisters of St. Francis, 6832 Con- pervisory committee and its board of directors. administrative council and served 20 years as mention, along with her many experiences in vent Blvd., Sylvania, Ohio 43560. Those volunteer positions led Fred to a 23- treasurer. Following the closing of Calvary which she shared her gifts so generously. Her year career in the credit union industry. Fred Church in 2016, he became a member of West- smile and her love for others was so evident with Visitation will be at the Queen of Peace started as president of Toledo Edison Federal gate Chapel. everyone she met. In fact, she never met a Chapel, on the campus of Lourdes University, on Credit Union. Under his leadership, TEFCU stranger–everyone was her friend. And, all her Friday, October 15 at 9 am, followed by a funeral added new services and changed its name to Erie He was preceded in death by his parents, friends were “her angels.” Mass at 10 am. Masks are requested to be worn. Shores Credit Union. Fred continued as president Charles and Marvel (Zachrich) Brink; brothers She loved music, gardening, reading, travels, A luncheon will follow. Burdette Brink of Ayersville and Dennis Brink of crafts, pets and astrology. Norene taught 45 years Continental; and sister Ann Brink, of Defiance. 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18B SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE • MID OCTOBER 2021 HELP WANTED New Listing! 5726 Maple Creek Blvd. LENAWEE BATHROOM/KITCHEN INTERMEDIATE INSTALLERS NEEDED! Awesome updated four bedroom, 2 1/2 bath SCHOOL DISTRICT home and prime Sylvania location. Updated TOP Pay, Paid Weekly. Before & After School Child Care No Material Costs! kitchen with stainless appliances, newer Bus Assistants Schedule Flexibility. flooring in great room and dining room. Two Bus Drivers Join a Winning Team! sided fireplace in the breakfast room and Early Childhood Special CALL 1-844-ARNOLDS OR family room. Rec room and basement. Nice Education Teacher EMAIL YOUR RESUME TO [email protected] fenced yard. Price to sell $339,000! EI Teacher Consultant Health Care Assistants OAKLEAF VILLAGE By Appointment: IS HIRING! Marcia Rubini, CRS, CLHMS Job Coach Licensed since 1979 Occupational Therapist If you are an LPN, come & join our [email protected] Sign Language Interpreters resident-focused team and make a Martin Signature Properties Special Education Supervisor difference to the lives of others. Special Education Teacher Assistants 419-870-2009 Special Education Teachers Successful applicants Speech Language Pathologists can enjoy: The #1 Team in Northwest Ohio Please visit the Lenawee ISD website at lisd.us for - Pay on-demand ACTIVE ACTIVE ACTIVE - Full benefits after two weeks more information. 5048 Fairway Lane 9235 N. Pond Court 3422 Amberwood Background checks will be - Free meals - Tuition & fitness Sylvania Sylvania Toledo conducted. EOE reimbursement UNDER CONTRACT SOLD SSOOLLDD SEEKING EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Email your resume to [email protected] Sylvania Prevention Alliance, a community nonprofit (formerly Work, Have Fun, Sylvania Community Action Team) Make a Difference! seeks an Executive Director. The Sylvania Recreation is actively Executive Director is responsible for hiring for Seasonal, Part- overseeing the administration, Time/hourly positions in: Ath- programming and strategic plan of the letic Grounds/Maintenance, organization. Other key duties include fundraising, marketing, and community Centennial Terrace outreach. The position reports Events/Maintenance and Con- directly to the Board of Directors. We seek a community-minded individ- cessions. ual who is self-motivated with a collab- For more information or to orative team leader approach. Must have experience with budgets and fi- apply online, visit playsylvania.com nancial development. Requirements include familiarity with HIRING the Sylvania community, competent CUSTOMER CARE computer skills, grant writing, excel- lent management and communication ASSOCIATE skills including the ability to multitask. BS preferred. Questions? Call Glenn at Full or part time Hours vary 8:15AM to 7PM 419-351-6920. SEND COVER LETTER WITH A The UPS Store RESUME AND 3 REFERENCES TO 5813 Monroe St. [email protected] Sylvania, OH BY 10/21/21, 5 PM Email resume to 3707 Corey Road 4528 Woodbriar 1217 Hawk Toledo Toledo Toledo [email protected] Call Us Today for more Information! Sylvania Township is accepting applications for full-time Utility positions in or stop in for an application the Road Department. A complete job description and an application for the Jenna Miramontes Joe Mathias Lance Tyo Je Roesti position are available at www.sylvaniatownship.com. BOOTH RENTAL 419.410.7372 419.509.9386 419.290.3713 419.467.9932 Please submit application and resume by 4:30 pm Friday, October 18, 2021, to: Hair stylists and nail techs at Sheer Human Resources, Sylvania Township 4927 N. Holland-Sylvania Rd., Sylvania, Perfection Hair Studio OH 43560 or by e-mail to: [email protected]. 6381 Monroe St. Sylvania Township, an Equal Opportunity Employer, does not discriminate on Call Pam at 419-517-4774 the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, political beliefs, marital/family/parental status, or other protected classes under state or federal law. Sylvania Township is committed to an inclusive welcoming work environment with cultural diversity and a drug-free, nicotine-free workplace.

MID OCTOBER 2021 • SYLVANIA ADVANTAGE SYLVANIAADVANTAGE.COM 19B NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING/HEARING The Sylvania Township Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a Meeting on Monday, The Sylvania Township Trustees will hold a Meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 3, 2021 at Nov. 1, 2021 at 5 pm at the Township Hall, 4927 Holland-Sylvania Rd., Sylvania, 5:30 pm, at the Township Hall, 4927 Holland-Sylvania Rd., Sylvania, OH 43560 for OH 43560 for consideration of the following: consideration of the following: 1) Exception for an addition to a legal non-conforming dwelling 1. Zone Change Request from RA (Low Density Residential) to C-2 (General for the property located at 9142 Sylvania-Metamora Road Commercial) for the properties located at 3134 & 3136 Millicent Ave. (Parcel No. 78-01404) STZR – SECTION 1703 (Parcel Nos. 78-47331 & 78-47334) 2) Variance Request for an addition to a legal non-conforming Notice: Upon receiving recommendations from the Lucas County Plan Commission dwelling for a front setback on a major roadway from 100’ the Zoning Commission will conduct hearings on all zoning issues published for leg- required to 50’ provided for the property located at 9142 islative consideration within this agenda. All persons interested in or affected by said Sylvania-Metamora Road (Parcel No. 78-01404) STZR-SECTION requests will have the right and opportunity to be heard on the question of granting or denying of said requests. Information concerning said matters is on file in the Sylvania 700 (D) Township Zoning Office and may be seen Mon., Wed. & Thurs., 8:00 am to 4:30 pm After the Zoning Commission takes action on zoning matters before it; said actions 3) Variance Request for an addition to a legal non-conforming dwelling for a rear yard setback from 60’ required to 47’ provided will be referred to the Board of Trustees for final determination. By Order of David Simko, Fiscal Office for the property located at 9142 Sylvania-Metamora Road (Parcel No. 78-01404) STZR-SECTION 700(A) AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES EDUCATION ACT 4) Variance Request for a reduction of front perimeter landscape (ARP IDEA) FUNDS strip along Central Ave., from fifteen (15’) feet required to seven (7’) feet provided for the property located 6448 W. Central Ave. Public Participation Meeting Notice Sylvania Schools has been awarded federal funding to implement requirements of the (Parcel No. 78-52424) STZR-SECTION 1302 (B) ARP IDEA in response to COVID-19. In accordance with Section 300.165 and Section 300.201 of the IDEA regulations, this serves as a public notice to gather stakeholder 5) Variance Request for a reduction of front perimeter landscape input. Community members who would like to have input into the planning of the use strip along Plainview Drive from fifteen (15’) feet required to five of the ARP IDEA funds are welcome to join the public hearing Oct. 19 at 5 pm. The (5’) feet provided for the property located at 6448 W. Central Ave. meeting with be virtual and participants can sign in by using the (Parcel No. 78-52424) STZR-SECTION 1302 (B) following information: 6) Variance Request for a reduction in the height of the landscape Public Hearing ARP IDEA strip hedge row from four (4’) feet required, and three (3’) feet required within the front setback, to one and a half (1.5’) feet Tuesday, October 19 · 5 – 6 pm Google Meet joining info Video call link: https://meet.google.com/ngw-vbuf-coo provided for the property located at 6448 W. Central Ave. Or dial: (US) +1 413-369-1195 PIN: 896 759 807# (Parcel No. 78-52424) STZR-SECTIONS 1302 (C), 1306 (A) FOR SALE WANTED Notice: The Board of Zoning Appeals will conduct hearings on all issues published within this agenda. All persons interested in or affected by said requests will have the TOLEDO MEMORIAL PARK Does anyone know where Two plots for sale I can find a copy of the right and opportunity to be heard on the question of granting or denying of said requests. Information concerning said matters is on file in the Sylvania Township Lot 67 Section 33 1 & 2 “Gathering at the Tea Table” Value $1,400 each Zoning Office and may be seen Mon., Wed. Thurs., 8 am to 4:30 pm. cookbook from By Order of BZA Don Miller, Chairman Selling $1,600 for both! Sweet Shalom Flat marker only allowed SERVICES Tea Room? CALL CHRISTINE CALL SARAH • 228-388-1429 423-326-5734 CLEANING SERVICES PROVIDED CLASSIFIEDS More than 25 years experience providing $10 - first 20 words • 35¢ each additional word high quality performance with a Box/picture/logo: $5 conscientious attitude. Goal oriented to 419-824-0100 or [email protected] dependability & thoroughness. PEST CONTROL References provided upon request. 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