Sylvania News Flash
a little bit of light local news you can use
Preparing for 2021
Sylvania journalists prepare for 2021 with a grateful look back at seven years of serving the community. Your support is needed to keep Sylvania's only independent news source going strong into the new year.

Fit Fundraising for SAFS
Three Sylvania businesses have joined forces to make a difference this holiday with a new and very fit fundraiser.

Covid Christmas Tune
The holiday mood just got a little lighter with a new "Covid Christmas" song released by Sylvania's Skoobie Snaks. The band's original song and video, made here in Sylvania, have been making waves since the debut last weekend.

Internships now open
The Ohio Historical Society has been operating "Ohio Memory" online, with over one million documents, since 2000; the first-ever Sylvania collection has finally made its way in, and intern positions are now available.

Mayors Message
12/10/2020; "Roadway Snow and Ice Removal."

Township News
Township News update; snow news.

Commencement
Lourdes announces drive-thru December Commencement.

Announcements
Olander Holiday Light Tour
The map for the Sylvania self-guided tour is now online:

The map is divided into sections:
🌲 Homes Southwest of Olander Park ~ Green Trees
❄️ Homes Southeast of Olander Park ~ Blue Snowflake
⭐️ Homes Northeast of Olander Park ~ Yellow Star
❤️ Homes Northwest of Olander Park ~ Red Heart
Also, check out the lights at Olander Park every night until 7pm.

Voting for your favorite Holiday Light Display will open on Friday, December 11.

Follow Olander on Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheOlanderParkSystem
SAFS Raffle Fundraiser
Sylvania Area Family Services has more families than ever to serve this holiday season.
Purchase Raffle tickets through December 15 to support local families and also get a chance to win a great prize-- a healthy lifestyle kit full of good stuff from Definition Fitness, Bullfrog Nutrition, and Zane's Lebanese Grill.
Raffle tickets are $10 each.
Purchase raffle tickets at:
7602 Sylvania Avenue
Sylvania, Ohio 43560
(419) 720-5838

6600 W Sylvania Ave #3b (Saxon Square)
Sylvania, OH 43560
(419) 480-9474

4900 N McCord Rd
Sylvania, OH 43560
(419) 882-1796
Outdoor Heating Safety
The Fire Department offers the following outdoor heating safety tips.

An Outdoor Heater Should be:
-Outdoor rated, tested/approved by UL or CSA and equipped with tip-over switches and/or automatic shutoffs
-Electric instead of gas when used under awnings or overhangs
-Placed outside on stable, level ground with a 3-foot safety zone around it

For more safety tips and helpful community information, follow the Sylvania Township Fire Department on Facebook:
Holiday Pop-up Sale
Sylvania online Holiday Pop-up Sale--
One item, $20, quick & easy one-step checkout, and free shipping...
Grab it before it's gone!
Shop Local - Shop Sylvania - Support Sylvania
Wreaths Across America
Wreaths across America will happen in Sylvania on
Saturday, December 19, 2020,
12:00 p.m. – 2:00

Hosted by Wreaths Across America Toledo Metro Area Chapter
Please join us at 11.30 a.m. The ceremony to be held at NOON and after we will gather to place the wreaths.
Toledo Memorial Park Cemetery & Mausoleum
6382 Monroe St
Sylvania, OH 43560

There is no cost to attend, other than taking time amid the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, to thank our veterans and their families for the service and sacrifices made to protect our freedoms.

Sylvania Playland Gift Cards
Sylvania Playland is offering a holiday special!
Get a $10.00 bonus plus two free rounds of mini golf with each $50.00 gift card purchase! Purchase online, over the phone or in store!

Sylvania Playland
3620 Centennial Rd
Sylvania, OH 43560
(419) 517-9094

Follow Sylvania Playland on Facebook: www.facebook.com/sylvaniaplay

Visit Sylvnaia Playland's official website: www.sylvaniaplayland.com
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