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“Swingmania” Big Band ensemble to perform at Community of Christ Lutheran Church

“SWINGMANIA” is a dedicated group of talented musicians who are widely known in the Toledo area for playing the great American big band standards at venues such as Centennial Terrace and Trotters Tavern. Come enjoy a walk down memory lane — and a bit of dancing too. Swingmania will be performing at Community of Christ Lutheran Church on Sunday, Oct. 13 at 4:00 PM. A Free-will offering will be collected to help with expenses. This is a part of the church’s 2013-2014 Concert Series.

The church is located at the corner of Dutch & Finzel in Whitehouse.

Call the church office: 419-877-0607 or go to www.commofchrist.org for more information.

Robin

September 26, 2013

Church, Events

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Knights of Columbus to Hold Stuffed Cabbage Dinner for Heartbeat of Toledo

The Maumee St. Joseph Council of the Knights of Columbus is holding a stuffed cabbage dinner to benefit Heartbeat of Toledo. The dinner will be held on Saturday, Oct. 5, 6 p.m., at the St. Joseph Community Center, 112 W. Broadway, in Maumee. Cost of the dinner is $9 for adults and $4.50 for children 11 and under. The dinner includes stuffed cabbage, mashed potatoes, green beans and a beverage.

Tickets can be purchased at the door or by calling Bob Boyer at 419-467-1888. Proceeds will be used to purchase a new ultrasound machine for Heartbeat.

Heartbeat of Toledo is a pregnancy center whose goal is to be the best source of information and support for women facing pregnancies and to provide assistance to mothers, fathers and babies in need. Heartbeat provides free pregnancy tests, ultrasounds, and confidential options counseling. Heartbeat also offers free prenatal and parenting classes.

Robin

September 26, 2013

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The New Love Express CD is here! Produced by Unity of Toledo’s Music Director Mark Mikel.

Unity of Toledo Music Team

Bonnie Shrider, Ellen Pizza, Christopher Joseph & Christine Potter.

Twelve Original Songs. An amazing cost of only $10.00

You can purchase the CD at Church on Sundays before and after service, also at the Church Office.

More info 419.537-1001.

Buy it on Ebay >http://www.ebay.com/itm/THE-NEW-LOVE-EXPRESS-Christian-Metaphysical-Psychedelic-Sunshine-Pop-CD-2013-/310749234797?roken=xL9BM4

Robin

September 26, 2013

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Free, public Medicare event to be held October 8 at First Presbyterian Church of Maumee

Come learn about the latest Medicare Updates at “Medicare Made Simple,” a free, public information event to be held at First Presbyterian Church of Maumee, 200 E. Broadway Street (Maumee) on Tuesday, October 8 at 7:00 p.m. The event will be held in Fellowship Hall.

Attendees will take a first glimpse at the new 2014 Medicare Advantage plans from Aetna. Also, there will be plenty of time for general questions from the audience.According to the event facilitator, the meeting should be of particular interest to people who are age 64 and above and looking toward Medicare and retirement.There are lots of resources when it comes to understanding Medicare, but which one is best for you? “Medicare Made Simple” will help you cut through the confusion.

Call the Church Office at (419) 893-0223 to register for this free, public event. Tell all of your friends. You do not have to be a member of the church to attend.

Robin

September 26, 2013

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Grief recovery & support offered by FPC Maumee

Community members who have experienced the death of a family member or friend are invited to register for the GriefShare program held at First Presbyterian Church of Maumee, 200 E. Broadway Street in Maumee. The free, 13-week public support group meets Tuesday’s at 6:30 p.m. You do not have to be a member to attend.

For more information or to register:

Call First Presbyterian Church of Maumee at (419) 893-0223.

Robin

September 26, 2013

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Your opportunity to meet Lila Rose of Live Action

Foundation for Life is excited to present Lila Rose of Live Action as our keynote speaker for the 14th Annual Benefit for Life Gala to be held on October 17 at the Pinnacle in Maumee. Ohio.

Purchase your ticket today for the 14th Annual Benefit for Life Gala

Thursday, October 17, 2013
The Pinnacle in Maumee, Ohio
An elegant reception of hors d’oeuvres and complimentary cocktails
Doors Open at 6:00 pm

Individual Ticket: $60
Group Tickets: $50
All gifts are tax-deductible

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Heartbeat to Offer Free Six-Week “Just for Dads” Program

Studies have shown that a caring dad is just as important for a child’s happiness, well being and success as a caring mom. Because dads do more physically active play with their children than moms, they increase the child’s security and confidence. Dads are also important in helping kids get ready to start school and in making smart choices in life. To help new and expectant fathers be the best possible dads, Heartbeat of Toledo is offering a free, six week, “Just for Dads” program starting Thursday, September 19, 5-6:30 p.m.

“Just for Dads’ will be held at Heartbeat’s offices, 4041 W. Sylvania Ave., Suite LL4, directly across from Westfield Franklin Park Mall. Babysitting is available and refreshments will be For more information or to register, please call Heartbeat at 419-241-9131. Class size is Heartbeat of Toledo is a pregnancy center whose goal is to be the best source of information and support for women facing pregnancies and to provide assistance to mothers, fathers and babies in need.

Robin

September 18, 2013

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Friends of the Food Bank Party

An exclusive evening for friends of the Toledo Northwestern Ohio Food Bank was held on September 11 at the lovely riverfront home of Leo and Debbie Deiger. Original music was provided by Adam SoRelle from Band 427.

John Christianson, Vice President & General Manager of WTVG-TV and Food Bank Board Member, welcomed over 60 people who enjoyed cocktails and appetizers. He talked about how thousands of families in Northwest Ohio struggle with hunger every day.

Debbie Deiger is the co-chair for the Masquerade Harvest of Thanks Dinner, Dance and Auction, a fundraiser for the Food Bank on Saturday, October 19, at Sylvania Country Club. Other committee members who attended included co-chair Hope Finch, Jan Colville, Sherrie Deiger, Shannon Gallup, Melani Heisler, Chris Kieffer, Wendy Kramer, Elaine LaValley Lewandowski, Trina Meadows, Paige O’Loughlin and Terri Shafer.

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CHRISTIAN FESTIVAL CHOIR SEEKS NEW MEMBERS

The Christian Festival Choir invites area singers to join them in preparation for their Christmas Concert “Child of Hope”which will be given on Thursday, December 5 come from many churches in Northwest Ohio and Southeastern Michigan and are being sought for all positions. Rehearsals are on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Reformation Lutheran Church, 4543 Douglas Rd., Toledo. For more information see:

web site www.toledoexaltation.org or call 419-865-5795 or 419-260-8284.

Robin

September 18, 2013

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Second Annual “Crawl, Stroll, & Walk” Just Days Away

Just days remain until Heartbeat of Toledo’s second annual “Crawl, Stroll, and Walk for Heartbeat” planned for Saturday, September 14, 2013, at Lourdes University. Registration opens that morning at 8:30 and the walk begins at 9. Event sponsors for the walk are LaValley, LaValley, Todak and Schaefer Co., LPA, and Jim & Mary Pope. The walk will be held rain or shine.

The two-mile walk is free and open to both individuals and teams wishing to participate. “To join us you can just show up that morning,” says Pat Todak, executive director. “If you prefer, you can still register online through our website, www.heartbeatoftoledo.org and select the Give to Heartbeat page” notes Pat Todak, executive director. “On that page you’ll see a button to select that will take you to our walk page.”

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