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Yark Subaru Holds Free Microchipping Event

Mary Genson - October 3, 2023

Stop by Yark Subaru, 6141 W Central Avenue, Toledo, to get your dog or cat microchipped on Oct. 7. During the event, 100 free...

Kids Astrology: Scorpio (October 23-November 21)

Kimmie - October 2, 2023

Your child is now feeling very confident in what they want and in what they don’t like. They will tell you this year for...

Toledo Area Moms Flexing Creativity and Entrepreneurship

Molly Klima - September 26, 2023

There are plenty of options when it comes to shopping local in Toledo. In addition to well known shops such as Handmade Toledo, there...

Sibshops Supports Kids who have Siblings with Disabilities

Laurie Bertke - September 25, 2023

Growing up with a sibling who has a disability can be difficult, and it’s not uncommon for brothers and sisters to struggle with feelings...

I am Temple Grandin: Helping Kids Understand Autism

Andrew Kersten - September 21, 2023

Being different is a good thing, and Autism Spectrum Disorder can produce some of the brightest minds. That’s the overarching theme of I am...

Kids Astrology: Libra (September 23-October 22)

Kimmie - September 21, 2023

There is a great focus on balance and your little Libra’s self-esteem. The way that you listen to your child allows them to understand...

Taking Care of Business: Celebrating Toledo’s Black Mompreneurs

Emily Remaklus - September 19, 2023

Being a mom is tough. I don’t know if anyone would disagree. Add being the owner of a business on top of that, and...

Getting Teens to Read: Local Teacher Weighs In

Emily Remaklus - September 18, 2023

As a kid, I would spend my summers sitting outside reading book after book. I remember arriving at the bookstore the day the latest...

Read This: A Roundup of Children’s Books by Local Authors

Kim Krieger - September 11, 2023

Northwest Ohio is home to many creative people, including countless authors of popular children’s books. From books about turtles, pigs, and stinky elephants to...

Disability Friendly Toledo: A Resource Guide

Penny Tullis Meeker - September 8, 2023

The Ability Center of Greater Toledo (ACT) set a goal in 2020 to become the most disability-friendly community in the country. Mallory Crooks, Director...

Avenues for Autism Supports Toledo Parents

Karen L. Zickes - September 4, 2023

When Bob and Suzy Tyner’s son was born with autism many years ago, they were at a loss when it came to finding support....

Fall Fun in the 419: Haunts, happenings, and back to school survival

Erin Holden - September 1, 2023

Every issue of Toledo Area Parent has its own particular charms, but putting together the fall issue is my very favorite. I begin working...