Chat about ‘Library Card’
A "novel chit-chat" for children ages 9 and older with an adult will be held Monday at the Wood
County District Public Library.
Pick up a copy of "The Library Card" by Jerry Spinelli at the Children’s Place desk and be
ready for a discussion at 7 p.m.
Adventures of Lizzy Beth’ author signs books in Fostoria
FOSTORIA – Author Elaine Myers will sign copies of her children’s book, "The Adventures of Lizzy
Beth," Oct. 1 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Kaubisch Memorial Public Library, 205 Perry St.
Now a resident of Cape Coral, Fla., Myers was born and raised in Fostoria and owned and operated Elaine’s
Painting and Wallpapering in the area for 20 years.
Lizzy Beth loves adventure and animals. Her favorite thing in the world is to go exploring with her best
friend, a greyhound named Joey. One special summer, they meet all sorts of new animal friends and learn
more about nature than they ever thought possible. "In The Adventures of Lizzy Beth," Lizzy
and Joey head into the woods behind Lizzy’s house to see what nature has in store for them.
Come along with Lizzy as she takes care of a baby rabbit with a broken leg, sees some baby deer being
born, and makes friends with the animals at a nearby pond.
Even when Lizzy is at home, her fun with animals doesn’t stop. But Lizzy’s adventures aren’t all fun and
games.
On one of her last walks into the woods, Lizzy gets into trouble when she’s caught in a trap for small
animals. Hurt and afraid, Lizzy has to rely on her animal friends to find help so she can return home
safely. Can Joey and her other new friends do enough to save her?
Toledo Area Humane Society offers fall education programs
MAUMEE – The Toledo Area Humane Society education department is offering a variety of single and
multi-day programs designed to appeal to different age groups and interests.
To accommodate the busy schedules of students, the humane society offers educational opportunities after
school and on Saturdays.
They include:
• Pet sitting is for children ages 11 to 15. The cost is $25. The class is Saturday from 12:30 to 3 p.m.
This program will teach how to provide quality pet sitting services for friends and relatives. You will
learn First Aid for animals, personal safety, pet safety, business tips from a professional pet sitter.
Participants will earn a certificate of completion at the end of the class.
• All About Animals (AAA) Club is for children ages 9 to 12 and begins Oct. 8. The cost is $75. In this
once a month (October through March) Saturday program, find out about all kinds of dog breeds, cat
breeds, and pocket pets. Learn basic dog training, play games and make crafts. Discover what a cat or
dog is trying to tell you through its body language and meet some of our four-legged friends.
• The Teen Program is for children ages 13-17. The cost is $75. If you want to help make a difference in
the lives of the animals in your community, this program will show you how to become an advocate for the
voiceless. This Saturday program meets once a month beginning in October and running through March. Find
out about animal cruelty, puppy mills, animal hoarding, dog fighting, changing laws, careers with
animals, dog training, becoming an animal advocate, and becoming a teen volunteer.
For a full list of available class options or to register online, visit www.toledoareahumanesociety.org.
The Toledo Area Humane Society fall education programs are sponsored by the Anderson’s.
Toledo author releases book
TOLEDO, Ohio – Author Doug Beehler celebrates the nationwide release of his new children’s book, "A
Boy Named Jacob."
In the story, Jacob loved living in a house on a hill with his mom, dad, three sisters, one brother, four
cats, and three dogs. But his favorite thing to do was explore outside. Young readers discover where
Jacob’s adventures take him in this exciting new book.
Published by Tate Publishing and Enterprises, the book is available at bookstores nationwide and can be
ordered through the publisher at www.tatepublishing.com/bookstore or by visiting barnesandnoble.com or
amazon.com.
This is also an eLIVE title, meaning each book contains a code redeemable for a free audio book version
from TatePublishing.com.
Beehler recently retired after 50 years of teaching dance lessons to kids. He lives in Toledo with his
wife, Diane, and loves spending time with his four children and 12 grandchildren.
