This episode is part of the Faith Community Series. We're talking about Perrysburg's Christian Science Reading Room today.

Christian Science Reading Room

204 E. South Boundary St. Perrysburg, OH 43551

419-874-0371

https://www.christiansciencenwo.org

Reading Room Hours: Tuesday-Friday 1-4 PM and Saturday 9 AM - 12 Noon

First Church of Christ, Scientist

228 E. Dudley Street, Maumee, OH 43537

https://www.christiansciencenwo.org/1stMaumee/

Note: this episode focuses more on where the Christian Science Reading Room is located and what's inside the building rather than the teachings of their parent church, which is First Church of Christ, Scientist in Maumee. Information shared in this episode comes from their website, ChatGPT, and materials I was given by volunteers when I stopped by over the holidays (2025).

Materials mentioned in this episode

• The Christian Science Sentinel
• The Christian Science Monitor Weekly
• The Christian Science Journal
• The Bible
• and Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures by Mary Baker Eddy
• Educational pamphlets

Links for this episode

• Email the Host - Kim Newlove, kim@perrysburgpodcast.com
• Sign up for our weekly newsletter on https://www.perrysburgpodcast.com/newsletter
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Other episodes in the Faith Community Series

• Episode 30: Series Introduction
• Episode 34: Interview with Pastor Mark Wentz (Lutheran Church of the Master)
• Episode 40: Interview with Pastor Dan Gildner (Grace Church Perrysburg)
• Episode 62: Interview with Pastor Melanie Forrey (Zoar Lutheran Church)
• Episode 79 Interview with Father Matt Wahlgren (St. Tim's Episcopal Church)
• Episode 86: Interview with Amichai Stout (Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo)
• Episode 107: Interview with Bishop Neil Baird and Youth Leader Quinten Dworczyk from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
• Episode 136: Perrysburg's Christian Science Reading Room

According to https://www.historicperrysburg.org, the mission of Historic Perrysburg, Inc. (HPInc.) is to cultivate an interest in and awareness of the history and architecture of the Perrysburg area. In my own words, Historic Perrysburg Inc. is a volunteer-driven organization that keeps our town's stories, architecture, and character alive.

In this episode, host Kim Newlove talks with Joy Studer (President) and Caroline Hoffmann (Board Member, Membership Committee) about Historic Perrysburg, Inc.'s mission, what they're known for, and how you can get involved. Mentioned in this episode: the annual architectural scavenger hunt, historic home plaques, scholarships, and community storytelling events like Sips & Stories. Learn how to join, volunteer, or support Historic Perrysburg, Inc. as a corporate sponsor.

Links from this episode

• Historic Perrysburg Inc. (HPInc.) website https://www.historicperrysburg.org
• HPInc Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064073260360
• HPInc Instagram https://www.instagram.com/historicperrysburginc/
• Sips & Stories 2026 will be Saturday, 10-24-26
• Winterfest https://www.downtownperrysburg.org/winterfest/
• Way Public Library https://waylibrary.info/
• Perrysburg High School https://www.perrysburgschools.net
• Wood County Recorder's Office https://www.co.wood.oh.us/recorder/
• Old Wood County Jail building location (corner of W. Indiana & Findlay)
• Email the Host - Kim Newlove, kim@perrysburgpodcast.com
• Sign up for our weekly newsletter on https://www.perrysburgpodcast.com/newsletter
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Acoustics for Autism is a free, all-day community concert in Uptown Maumee that raises money for Project iAM, a local nonprofit providing scholarships for therapy, equipment, and services for individuals with autism in Northwest Ohio.

In this episode, I talk with volunteer Scott Hayes about how the event works, what to expect, and why it matters to families — including many from Perrysburg who have supported and/or benefited from the fundraiser over the years.

We discuss the music lineup, sensory-friendly spaces, parking and shuttle options, silent auctions, fundraising efforts, and volunteer opportunities — including the need for cleanup volunteers at the end of the night.

If you've heard about Acoustics for Autism but weren't sure what it's like or how to get involved, this episode will help you plan your visit.

• Acoustics for Autism website https://acousticsforautism.com/
• Acoustics for Autism on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/projectiam (list of bands)
• Project iAM https://aboutprojectiam.com/
• Trident Experiential https://tridentxp.com/
• Clearview Tinting https://clearviewtinting.com/
• Raymond James https://www.raymondjames.com/fosterjonessommers
• Village Idiot (Maumee) https://villageidiotmaumee.com/
• Buster Brown's (Maumee) https://www.facebook.com/BusterBrownsBigDogLounge
• Maumee Elks Lodge https://elks1850.com/
• Maumee Indoor Theater https://www.maumeeindoor.com/
• Shuttle: Old Andersons General Store parking lot 530 Illinois Ave (Maumee, OH)
• Shuttle: Leroy & Margaret's 5131 Heatherdowns Blvd (Toledo, OH)
• Shuttle: Hollywood Casino 777 Hollywood Blvd (Toledo, OH)
• Email the Host - Kim Newlove, kim@perrysburgpodcast.com
• Sign up for our weekly newsletter on https://www.perrysburgpodcast.com/newsletter
• Follow the podcast on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@perrysburgpodcast