Kiddie yoga

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March 21, 2013

Emotional, undisciplined, unfocused balls of energy — there are probably no better candidates for yoga classes than toddlers. Local baby boutique Lullaby Lane will impart a little zen on parents and their little ones with their new yoga classes, one of a series of outside-the-box experiences for families. “It’s sort of sweeping bigger cities, and I thought it would be a great idea to bring something like that to our area,” says Lullaby Lane project manager Rachel Sowers. The classes are led by Lotus Yoga Center’s Michelle LeBaron, and though they aren’t a physically taxing workout, they help children interact with their parents and their bodies in a positive way. The classes, held on Tuesdays beginning April 23, will be part of a new education schedule that includes Montessori workshops, Kindermusik, baby sign language and baby food cooking courses. $40 for the four-week session; bring a yoga mat or a thick towel or blanket, and dress comfortably.

9:30-10:15am. 3100 Main St. at The Shops at Fallen Timbers, Maumee. 419-878-0127. www.lullaby-lane.com. To register, email [email protected].

Good Grief of Northwest Ohio

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Alia Orra

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March 21, 2013

The hole that the death of a loved one creates in our lives is difficult to mend. For children, that hole can often go unnoticed as they appear to go on with daily activities, all the while struggling internally to comprehend their feelings. The newly-formed non-nonprofit Good Grief of Northwest Ohio aims to help support grieving children — according to the organization, one in 20 children will lose a parent by the time they graduate from high school. Group meetings help children and teens work through their experience and find hope for relief.

After being divided into groups by age, children share their feelings about their lost loved ones and participate in play therapy, journaling or art projects that help them process their emotions. “We’re really giving them a way that they can share, because if you hold your grief in and don’t work through it, it can lead to unresolved grief for a lifetime,” says board member Molly Long. An orientation for new participants will be held on Monday, April 15; family support sessions begin on Monday, April 22, and continue on Monday evenings through early June. 6:15pm-7:45pm, including dinner. Good Grief, a non-denominational organization, meets at CedarCreek Church South Toledo, 2150 S. Byrne Rd. For more information, visit goodgriefnwo.org.

Aries Kids

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Sue Lovett

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March 21, 2013

Aries kids are the “me first” sign of the zodiac. They are full of energy and fire from the moment they take their first breath of air. They come into the world in a hurry, looking around to see who is there and what is going on. They are not shy and they have no fears. They move constantly and explore with their eyes until they are big enough to crawl, stand, and walk. They do not like fences or play pens or limits of any kind. They ride tricycles and fire engines as soon as they are big enough to climb on.

The symbol for Aries is a ram and these kids lead with their heads as they walk and run. They get along well with other children so long as they are as active and adventuresome as the Aries. They love sports of all kinds. They do have a bit of a temper but never carry a grudge. They enjoy wearing hats or caps and are team players.

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March 21, 2013

Old West End Festival

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March 21, 2013

Celebrate Toledo’s Historic Old West End during this 39th annual festival. This year features six historic home and mansion tours, an Art Fair at the Toledo Museum of Art Glass Pavilion, a beer garden, food, entertainment, garage sales, yard sales and children’s activities. Saturday at 10am, the King Wamba Carnival Parade kicks off the weekend. See art cars, floats, performance art and musical presentations.Through June 6. 10am-5pm. $10-$12. Old West End, Toledo. 419-367-9155. www.toledooldwestend.com.

Give Them Shelter 2010 Walk for Toledo’s Homeless

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March 21, 2013

Presently, families make up 40 percent of the homeless population, one out of four homeless people is a child. Walk to raise awareness of the reality of family homelessness in Toledo at the Give Them Shelter event. At check-in, walkers receive t-shirts, water bottles and earned incentives. Arrive at early to help reduce waiting in line, and enjoy entertainment and family activities while preparing to walk. Registration at 9am. $15-$35. Ottawa Park Shelter House,
2200 Kenwood Blvd., Toledo. 419-242-5166. www.givethemsheltertoledo.org.