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New attitude

Three years ago I wrote a story for the Toledo City Paper “Why Doesn’t the Dog Warden Scan?” (http://www.toledocitypaper.com/view_article.php?id=106) and was very saddened by the euthanasia system in place - it made me think of a concentration camp for dogs. In 2009, there’s no reason counties across the nation cannot find better ways of managing stray dog populations in humane ways, so that mass euthanasia (killing) or any euthanasia at all is completely unnecessary. I get the impression that Tom Skeldon has been the Lucas County dog warden for too long, and seems to have an old-school mentality about the job. I think it would be better that Lucas County find someone younger who loves animals and could bring a new attitude to the office.

David Maxwell Fine Toledo

Arena causing suffering for arts community

When I had my ﬁrst ofﬁce in the Toledo Warehouse District in the early ‘90s, it was barely even an improvement district. There was the locally-owned outdoor ad company (now owned by Lamar), an insurance company, a produce wholesaler, a typesetter, several strip clubs, and my agency. Most of the buildings were derelict or left to very small businesses and creative types. It was very quiet. Now that the “improvement district” has been improved, everything

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Correction The subhead in the “Electric Avenue” story about Avenue Bistro (Chowline, 11/11/09) should refer to Central Avenue, not Monroe Street.

has changed. It began with Fifth Third Field. Suddenly my old building was overwhelmed with visitors wanting to park on game nights, and going to my office on those days became almost impossible. The character of the area was changed, the quiet nights and empty lots I loved so much were gone for good. Sometime between then and now, much business has left downtown Toledo for the suburbs. Downtown is not friendly to business anymore. It’s about big government and big sports, which are becoming conflated. Think about that. The new Arena will bring overwhelming crowds, noise, litter, parking problems and will accelerate the decline of blighted and deteriorating properties like The Commodore Perry. Not an atmosphere conducive to an “arts district,” where a street sign on Jefferson reads “live work create.” There is a price for progress, and it will be high. There is already a housing shortage beginning. Rents will rise, and when that happens the marginal businesses and artists, e.g., the “diversity” will have to go elsewhere. The creative community, first decimated by the economy, is now getting trampled by rabid, beer-can-throwing idiots that come downtown looking for a party. For creatives and businesspeople alike, there is increasingly no reason to be here.

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Thanksgiving—The bloody truth

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What we weren’t taught in school about America’s day of thanks by Jamie K. Oxendine

The following is an excerpt by Jamie K. Oxendine, local Native American speaker and president of the Black Swamp InterTribal Foundation.

Thanksgiving. That wonderful holiday in which we give thanks for all we have; something we should do every day. By why do we thank the Pilgrims for Thanksgiving? Like much of American history, it comes from misinformation. Many citizens think of the Pilgrims as “incredibly righteous people” that invited the “savage Indians” to the ﬁrst Thanksgiving so that the “savages” would not starve.

The facts: Long before any Europeans came to the New World, Native Americans had many feasts and celebrations of thanks. In 1620 an English ship called the Mayﬂower was chartered by a Calvinist sect known as the Puritans and set sail for the Americas. They were headed for what was called the Virginias but the Puritans ran out of beer and had to land immediately. Beer was used more often than water on the high seas since drinking water could not be kept safe. These so-called Pilgrims were not the ﬁrst Europeans to the shores of the New England coast. In 1605 a British expedition led by Captain George Weymouth had landed on this particular coastline. When they left in 1614, they took 24 Natives as slaves and left smallpox, syphilis, and gonorrhea in their wake. One of the Natives taken back to Europe was named Tisquantum (called Squanto by the white man). The Puritans built their colony called The Plymouth Plantation on the ruins of the Native village Pawtuxet which had been destroyed by an earlier British expedition. The Puritans survived by stealing the food stores of nearby Native summer villages.

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Tisquantum, who had survived his trips to Europe, came upon these Puritans while hunting with another Native named Samoset. They observed the newcomers and Tisquantum send Samoset to greet the Puritans with the word “Welcome.” Tisquantum joined and the Puritans were surprised to ﬁnd two “savages” that spoke English. The Puritans were terrible at survival, but with the help of Tisquantum they were able to harvest some late corn and catch some game. Tisquantum also helped the colonists negotiate a treaty with the Wampanoag People nearby who were led by Massasoit. Still many of the Puritans quickly succumbed to pneumonia and consumption and 46 of the original 102 Mayﬂower people died.

If you celebrate Thanksgiving, please do not sugarcoat what the Pilgrims did and how they treated the Native Americans. Please avoid stereotypic Thanksgiving pictures, stories, and programs depicting inaccurate images that are unfair and degrading. Do not have children or adults make “Indian headbands, Indian vests,” do ceremonial war dances or such inappropriate things. When we acknowledge the truth behind this misrepresented holiday...we can be truly thankful Americans.

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The next year (1621) with the help of the Wampanoag, the Puritans learned how to live and make a bountiful harvest. In celebration of the good fall harvest, the colony’s governor, William Bradford, declared a three-day feast after the harvest. Contrary to popular belief, the Natives were not even invited. The Puritans had only invited Massasoit the Wampanoag leader. It was Massasoit that brought the other 90 or more of his Native brothers and sisters, who also provided most of the food. There was no real Thanksgiving and the Natives were not invited back ever again for any other such events. The Puritan fathers believed they were the Chosen People of God and this justiﬁed anything that they did. As Calvinists, they believed most of humanity was predestined to damnation. During this period of their history the Puritans along with other European sects declared days of thanksgiving to celebrate mass murder more than to celebrate harvest. For the next 100 years every “Thanksgiving Day” ordained by any leader (Governor, etc.) was to honor the gruesome “victories” of 1637.

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Excellence by design

Toledo Design Center aims to reshape Downtown by Dennis Oblander

The victory over design and planning mediocrity for the city of Toledo is “almost at hand,” according to Toledo Design Center President and CEO Robert Seyfang, AIA. Now retired, in 1999 Seyfang began assembling the pieces of what would become the city’s premier advocate for innovative, user-friendly design and planning. Toledo Design Center (TDC) was granted tax exempt status in 2005. Since then, TDC has been vigorously promoting design excellence to champion “the whole notion that Toledo doesn’t have to have mediocre planning or mediocre buildings... we can rise above that,” Seyfang said. Though there is work that remains to be done before the “Mission Accomplished” banner can be unfurled, the Center is joined in the battle with other elements of the Greater Downtown Business Partnership (GDBP). “The Toledo Design Center is kind of a sub organization of the Greater Downtown Business Partnership,” said Toledo Design Center Vice Chair Paul Hollenbeck, AIA. “The GDBP is the umbrella organization for the Center, the Downtown Toledo Improvement District and Downtown Toledo Parking Authority.” Hollenbeck sees the Toledo Design Center as “the design conscience” of the collaboration. “We are trying to help people see the incredible potential of Downtown Toledo,” he said.

Downtown design The Center played a lead role in creation of the Arena Neighborhood Development Initiative (ANDI), which helped shape the new Lucas County Arena and adjoining areas known as the “arena neighborhood.”

The Toledo Design Center played a lead role in creating the Arena Neighborhood Development Initiative, coordinating with various Downtown stakeholders to create a uniﬁed vision. ANDI was spurred by the concern of county ofﬁcials that development of the arena project be coordinated with input from building owners, tenants and other Downtown stakeholders.

Some of the possibilities outlined in the video include making the area pedestrian-oriented and introducing various forms of entertainment, including small theaters, galleries and museums.

Based on interviews and public surveys conducted by TDC, the Center created a video to convey their vision not only of the impact area around the arena, but of a broader, attractive and livable downtown district.

“When people are told they are expected to be good neighbors in a community, that we have good design and sign standards... then this mediocrity that has been accepted for years in Toledo does not have to continue.”

The video has been part of more than 100 presentations to organizations like the Port Authority, City Council, and the Chamber of Commerce “to get the word out” about the potential of Toledo’s Downtown, Hollenbeck said. “It has been a tremendous accomplishment.” TDC is currently working to create a DVD version of the presentation, which should be available by the end of 2009. The possibilities showcased by the ANDI video have received “very positive” reviews by an estimated audience to date of some 1,800 people, Seyfang said. “We have yet to have anybody come back and say ‘What are you guys smoking?’” he said. “Designing and planning excellence is something everybody desires.

Professionals working together Hollenbeck points to the group’s work with ANDI as the signature achievement in which they take most pride at the moment. “It was done with a lot of free design service that was provided by a number of downtown architectural firms,” he said. Donated services and other shared, pro bono expertise are central to the Toledo Design Center, which operates as a not-for-profit corporation without benefit of a secure and consistent funding stream. Already, the TDC has seen fruition of its work, including helping to organize a $1.4 million Ohio Public Works Commis-

sion grant for sidewalk and street improvements. The group’s direction is controlled into a governing board and advisory council. The staff consists of unpaid volunteers drawn from the ranks of design and planning professionals, including architects – “loaned” or retired – who work at times in conjunction with faculty and students of local schools and universities. “The people most active in it are retirees,” Seyfang said, noting that interest in the group remains high within the design and planning community. “We keep ﬁnding people, and we put them to work. We work collaboratively. It is usually a joint effort. Their work focuses on such on-going and proposed projects as retooling the city’s 2002 master plan, further promotion of the Downtown Development Corporation, a Downtown “rebranding” and expansion of educational partnerships that already include area universities. The Toledo Design Center meets at 8 a.m. the ﬁrst Friday of the month on the concourse level of the Fifth Third Tower at One Seagate in Downtown Toledo. Meetings are open to the public.

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Heartwarming holiday Holiday with Heart Charity Gayla celebrates 32nd year by Gina Sares

The holiday season is finally upon us and the Holiday with Heart Charity Gayla is gearing up for its 32nd annual dinner and dance! On Saturday, December 5 from 5:30 - 11 p.m., the Downtown’s historic Toledo Club will overflow with holiday spirit as Holiday with Heart raises monThe Holiday with Heart Committee at the 2008 Gayla ey for two great causes — the HIV Family Center at the University of Toledo and AMFAR: The 150 people, but we have had to change venues several times over the years Foundation for Aids Research. with the increasing numbers.” Committee member Rick Cornett This December, the night kicks off says explains how the two benefiting with a cocktail hour, followed by fine dinagencies were chosen: “Since we are a small, grassroots, nonprofit group, we ing in the grand dining room, entertaintry to select other smaller organizations ment by Class Act by Bob Norris, a silent to benefit each year through the char- auction, dancing and socializing. Rick says, “One of my favorite asity.” Selecting local groups is also important, to ensure the funds remain in the pects of the Gayla is the unity it brings to the Toledo area Gay and Lesbian comcommunity. Even after 30 years, the Gayla, which munity. It is a chance to get all dressed began as a dinner party in the homes up and socialize with old friends and of the event founders, has grown to be meet a lot of new ones; it brings everythe premier and longest running social one together for a cause.” event in the LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender) Toledo community. “It is a well presented, professional event that is fun to attend, and attracts both young and older people,” says Rick. Not only has the event lasted; it has grown. “Each year we average around

Twisting up Toledo

Seeing potential and beauty in an old piece of furniture takes a special eye. Reviving that piece to a regain its beauty and worth takes special talent. Meet Twist, a new shop 4330 Monroe St. that is only open one week of the month in order to provide customers with a unique service. While the shop is closed, co-owners Jenifer Tucker and Margaret Penn Rodriguez go out and hunt down older home furnishings. Then, they bring them back to life by restoring the pieces and selling them in their shop during the week they are open. This allows them to sell modern, unique, and artistic furnishings for low prices, and, at the same time, offer an inventory that is constantly changing. Still, Rodriguez and Tucker understand that being open just one week a month may have some draw backs for customers. Because of this, the Twist ladies are ﬂexible. If a customer wants something speciﬁc that may not be in the store, they can add it

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Tickets are $60 each; a portion of the ticket price is a tax-deductible contribution. Order by sending payment to Holiday with Heart, 2815 Collingwood, Toledo, OH 43610 or contact 419-470-3937, holidaywithheart@aol. com. Reservations close on Wednesday, December 2.

to the “wish list,” Jenifer and Margaret will be on the look out for it while hunting for new items. Additionally, if a customer would like to visit the store but cannot make during open hours, they can e-mail Twist and schedule a time to come in. In addition to their store, Twist also does home decorating for customers to help them set up a room or entire house. The store opens its doors for the second week Tuesday, December 1 through Saturday, December 5. For more information, e-mail Twist at twistbydb@gmail.com. 4330 Monroe St. (by Jo-Jo’s Original Pizzeria). —RB

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Hungry cats and dogs

Food pantries aren’t just for people anymore. Thanks to a partnership between Humane Ohio and Feed Your Neighbor Ministry (a program of the Toledo Area Ministries), animals can beneﬁt from them too. The pet food bank provides dog and cat owners with free pet food, generously donated by Pet Supplies “Plus” and local Petco stores. So if you’re having a difﬁcult time feeding your pet (let alone yourself), have no fear, Humane Ohio is here! Pet food banks are located at select Feed Your Neighbor Ministry food pantries in Lucas and Wood counties. For more info, www.humaneohio. org/petfoodbank. Want to help a fellow pet owner in need? Dry and wet dog and cat food donations can be dropped off at Humane Ohio during clinic hours Monday-Friday from 7:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. at 3131 Tremainsville Rd. or at Feed Your Neighbor Ministry’s warehouse Monday-Friday from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. at 139 S. Huron St. —ER

Trees for troops

When it comes to spreading holiday cheer, Whitehouse Christmas Tree Farm is starting early — and thinking big! The Tree Farm is participating with Trees for Troops Friday, December 4 - Sunday, December 6 by donating 100 trees to be shipped to military bases throughout the country. The community will have an opportunity to purchase additional trees for $50 per tree. $5 from each tree purchase will go to the Christ-

mas Tree Spirit Foundation. For more information, visit www. whitehousetreefarm.com. 11500 Obee Rd., Whitehouse. 419-877-2733.

Shining star

Ever wonder how our library stacks up against others in the nation? According to the Library Journal Index of Public Library Service, the Toledo-Lucas County Public Library was recently ranked sixth in the nation in its category, earning four stars out of ﬁve for libraries with $30 million budgets and above. Libraries were judged on circulation, patron visits, program attendance and Internet/computer usage. TLCPL Director Clyde Scoles says, “This meaningful rating sheds light on our diverse library collection and indicates how valuable we are to our community in offering free programming, public Internet computers, and an ever-popular circulation of materials for our patrons.”

Good for the sole

Yaeger’s Shoes is kicking up its heels to help our region’s less fortunate this holiday season. From now until December 12, bring a gently worn pair of shoes to the Toledo or Monroe, Michigan locations — located at 5333 Monroe St. and 1271 N. Telegraph Road, respectively—and you will receive a $10 discount off any new pair of Clarks brand footwear. Yaeger’s will be donating the shoes received to Soles4Souls, a national nonproﬁt charity that distributes shoes to those in need. The company donates one pair of shoes to a person in need every 9 seconds. For more info, visit giveshoes.org —GS

New winds a-blowin’

Owens Community College recently introduced their second wind turbine. This 130-foot wind turbine will be used for their Renewable Energy Program as well as the Workforce and Community Services’ new Wind Turbine Installation and Wind Technology Maintenance Technician certiﬁcate programs. Those who helped erect the 50kilowatt turbine were educated in the installation, operation and maintenance of wind turbines for future jobs in that market. The EW50 will convert wind power into electricity for the Industrial and Engineering Technologies building. —DW

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A dog’s life

B Ko and dynasty politics in T Town by Johnny Hildo Hasta la vista, Tom Skeldon. Rising like a phoenix from the ashes of his embarrassing run for Mayor, junior Commish Ben Konop’s personal crusade against the Lucas County Dog Warden is over, with the latter resigning. But lost in all the hoopla about puppy kill rates and unadoptability was the subtext of political dynasties in Frogpatch.

Family ties Most obvious are the family entanglements of Skeldon himself. The Skeldon family includes T Boy’s daddy Phil, a former Director of the Toledo Zoo, and granddaddy Frank, himself a Zoo director for 22 years. Tom’s uncle was Ned Skeldon, instrumental in securing the Toledo Mud Hen’s return to the converted race track which bears his name, Ned Skeldon Stadium. Uncle Ned was also a county commissioner, and daddy of current Commission Prez Tina Skeldon Wozniak.

not at the ballot box. The only votes Tommy needed were those from two Commissioners to fend off B Ko’s move to ﬁre him. Lucky for Tommy cousin Tina was in his corner when that vote came around. He’ll need her again soon, as B Ko, despite T Boy’s resignation effective the end of January ’10, has vowed to try to remove T Boy immediately, and has even threatened his severance pay.

Out of commission Of course, there’s lots more familial subplots on the 8th Floor, where the LC Commissioners roam. B Ko hisself is a bit of a legacy, having ascended to the 8th where his Aunt Sandy Isenberg once made hay. Word has it that Aunt Sandy has interests in a prominent local ambulance company. Does that have anything to do with B Ko’s attempts to privatize EMS services currently provided by the Toledo Fire Department.?

The Skeldon legacy includes decades of public service, choice appointments and electoral success. That is, until the last two years. First to feel the turning tide was Marty, defeated in 2007 in his bid to represent Council District 5. Marty is Tom’s bro, and like T Boy, a ﬁrst cousin to Tina (she once held the seat in District 5.) Marty used his Skeldon ties prominently in his campaign bio.

Then there’s B Ko’s prime antagonista on the Commission, one Pete Gerken. Pete was once a city councilman who got the itch to run for commissioner against fellow Democrat, then-incumbent, Harry Barlos. The itch was reportedly generated by Barlos’ snub of thenUAW head Lloyd Mahaffey, who wanted Barlos out. Gerken was of course a former UAW member, whose itch was scratched in part by UAW campaign money.

His opponent, current District 5 rep Tom Waniewski, pounced on the dynasty angle and Marty lost handily, probably in part because of disgust with family politics. T Bro has since felt the sting of public disgust, although

Now comes his wifely unit, Polly Taylor Gerken, who got the similar itch to run for Council. Polly had lots going for her, including the same UAW cash. Plus her hubby is a sitting Commissioner, with lots of well-heeled friends who could help ﬁll her campaign coffers.

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Then there’s the little matter of the Gerken name. We bet Polly thought it was a decided asset, what with the importance of name recognition and all. Thought she could cruise right through the primary, which she did, and right onto the hallowed halls of councildom. Perhaps she hasn’t noticed the changing tide. See above. We thinks the Gerken ties may have been a last straw for enough voters, leading to her loss in the general election. The failure of Ian English, hubby of Muni Clerk of courts Vallie Bowman-English, in his bid for the Muni Court bench is just one more indicator. Husbands and cousins and wives, be advised.

Bedford Township seems to be an idyllic place to escape the hustle and bustle of larger cities. Lately, however, Bedford residents have found it less than tranquil, questioning their local governments’ protection of overdevelopment. “People move here to get away from bigger cities like Toledo and Monroe,” says Kevin Tracy of Bedford Watch, a nonprofit citizens group interested in preserving and protecting the township. Bedford has always been aware of its special features, and, in the past, has taken steps to walk a line between conservation and development. In 1999, residents developed a Master Plan during a series of several workshops. This document outlined the ideal plan for the township, with the balance of development and conservation identified as a main goal. This involved restricting commercial building, and carefully integrating architectural and landscape design to fit into the community. “The goal of the Master Plan was to direct development to areas that the citizens saw as proper,” explains Dennis Jenkins, Bedford Township planning and zoning coordinator. Yet, with recent upheavals in response to Bedford development, many are wondering — have the Master Plan and its ideals been pitched?

By Jessica Luther

Additional reporting by Christiana Schmitz

The land once destined for the Summerlyn Community sits vacant after PTL, Inc. was forced to stop building due to a lack of proper permits.

Since the Master Plan’s development, controversy has not been a stranger to Bedford Township. Some residents ﬁnd their community has grown too much lately, without the proper safeguards to protect the environment and the citizens’ interests. Resident Lori Lane explains, “We have Silver Creek that comes through here, the north part is really, really soft ground. When you put up huge heavy buildings, the pressure of all that weight and of the bulldozers makes sinkholes.”

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In general, the DEQ doesn’t have the resources to keep track of all the building in Michigan. It relies on developers to hire private consultants to do wetlands delineations for them. Otherwise, it is only when questionable practices are brought to their attention that they can come in to check out a property. “We aren’t always out there, and we don’t have the legal rights to walk private property,” Vanderlaan explained. “In the past two years, we have had less staff, and a lot of building has happened that we didn’t know about. There is a provision in the wetlands statute that Bedford Watch member Judy Frankowski, in a allows townships to create news interview about Bedford development. their own ordinances, and regulate wetlands that are one or two acres wide. Since the DEQ began tracking per- (The DEQ only regulates wetlands that mitting in the 1980s, they have issued are ﬁve acres or greater, or within 500 over 1,589 permits that required mitiga- feet of streams, ponds or Great Lakes tion, with 21,991 acres under easement. shorelines.) Vanderlaan says educationSince 2000, when the law was passed real meetings regarding this process were quiring mitigation for permits impacting held in Monroe County in 2007, and anwetlands of one-third an acre or more, other in Adrian this past spring. Bedford the number of mitigations increased. Township didn’t show up to either. In 2009, 80 permits were issued that re“We are trying to educate townships quired mitigation, with 1,275 acres total to create wetlands programs,” she said. created, restored or preserved in the “It’s too bad if they look at it as anti-destate of Michigan.

velopment. It’s about looking at things with natural resources in mind, because when they ﬁll properties [that were wetlands], now they have problems with water and basements.”

Despite a recent lack of interest, Bedford Township did take a go at a wetlands committee in their recent past. In 2002, members of Bedford’s local government, along with private citizens, assembled a wetlands committee to create a wetlands ordinance. The ordinance would have provided more protection for local land, and possibly more restrictions for developers. The committee met several times and local resident Sue McKay recalls it making a lot of headway. They were talking to other communities who had ordinances and developing specifics about their own. “The wetlands are very important to the ecosystem, and I was worried about things being built too close to streams and more pavement meaning more flooding,” she says. “I thought everything with the committee was going well, and then a meeting was cancelled, and then another.” McKay says she was confused and upset by this abrupt halt to all the work they had put into it. She went to Robert Schockman, township clerk and fellow wetlands committee member, to find out what had happened. “He said he had gotten so much flak from commercial real estate and builders – they had put pressure on him and he decided to drop it,” McKay recalled. “They were concerned about their pockets.” Yet Schockman only vaguely remembers the situation. He describes the problem as stemming from interpersonal and financial reasons. “We had a few people on the committee who had personality conflicts,” he explains. “I saw where it was going and I moved away. We had to have an expensive study by expensive people; we had to have wetlands delineation. When it came to finding out what it cost, we put it aside.” Schockman does not remember the exact cost of the delineation, but suggests that the township could not afford it because of its small size. Yet, townships as small as LaSalle (with only 5,001 residents) have managed to create ordinances for their wetlands. Bedford Township’s population is

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28,000 (according to the Michigan Townships Association) — similar in size to other municipalities that have wetlands ordinances, such as Ann Arbor and West Bloomfield. In fact, over 25 townships in southeast Michigan alone have adopted them. Amy Berry of Niswander Environmental, LLC, an environmental consulting firm that does wetland delineation and inventories, explained that there are a number of ways a community can get information to develop a wetland ordinance. Berry said a company like hers can do a wetland inventory based on maps of the area from the DEQ; then a field verification by traversing the area and compiling data. From this they can create a specific map for the municipality that can be used with the wetland ordinance. Berry acknowledged that a wetland inventory can be expensive, costing $30,000, but communities find ways to pay if it is a priority for them. “We encourage communities to develop ordinances because they can do better planning and back up their decisions,” she explained. “Many communities have gotten grant money to help pay for it.”

In October 2009, Governor Jennifer Granholm signed a bill to keep wetlands under state control for another three years. This bill also streamlines the permitting process by allowing use of nationwide permits from the federal government for certain activities, instead of writing individual permits for each request. It also may not require site visits from the DEQ for permit approvals. It will change the determination of wetlands by including soil, as well as water and vegetation, to be used as an indicator of wetland areas. As these things transition, the end result may be a clearer way for wetlands degradation. “As soon as a developer says they might sue, some townships change their Master Plan or zoning regulations,” lamented Vanderlaan about the problems of wetland protection. “It’s very hard to protect natural resources if you don’t have the money to purchase the land. Unfortunately, some look at the value of the land in dollars, and not its value as a natural resource.” For more information, www.michigan.gov/deq and www.bedfordwatch.com.

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sportscaster TV news anchor name

weathercaster

address

e-mail

city/state/zip phone number

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mall/shopping area furniture store

local TV station

consignment furniture store

radio station age

new local store

morning radio show local TV commercial

locally-owned home boutique paint store hotel/motel

local blog local You-Tube video

liquor store smoke/cigar shop

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adult book/video store

GETTING GRUB way to improve Toledo do-gooder troublemaker epitaph for Carty’s tombstone high school

Toledo's best kept secret

florist

bakery grocery store ethnic food store natural food store butcher shop

college company to work for

photographer

WHAT TO WEAR buy shoes locally-owned men’s clothier locally-owned women’s boutique

(Please tell us their name and the business they’re affiliated with)

resale clothing store for adults

bank

tailor/alterations

dentist

jewelry store

orthodontist lasik eye surgeon chiropractor doctor veterinarian

2K9

real estate agent lawyer interior designer builder alternative healthcare local nonprofit company/organization website

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PLACES TO GO (SERVICES)

diner

most knowledgeable record store staff

place to buy a car

hibachi

limo service

irish pub

romantic getaway

fine dining restaurant

place for cool eyewear

italian restaurant

place to have a wedding

chinese restaurant

movie theater

polish restaurant

psychic/astrologer

indian restaurant

gallery

computer service/repair

middle eastern/mediterranean restaurant

studio space

design firm/ad agency

mexican restaurant

local art event

non-chain music store

store in downtown Perrysburg store in downtown Sylvania

music teacher

sculptor

dance club

glass artist

beer selection at a bar best facial/skin care

bar to watch the game

place to get a haircut

last call bar

day spa

hole-in-the-wall

tattoo shop

college bar

piercing studio

40-and-over crowd hangout

yoga/Pilates studio

gay/lesbian hangout

massage therapist

place to meet someone you'd never take home to mom

art photography filmmaker ballet/dance company local theatre group live theatre venue

place to meet someone you would take home to mom

athletic club

local equipment retail/rental

frame shop

bar

personal trainer

recording studio

place to hear spoken word fine art gift shop

local sports team team logo/mascot

karaoke bar

bowling alley

live music venue (touring acts)

martial arts

burger

live music venue (local acts)

bike shop

steakhouse

late night dining

bike/hiking path

(no national chains)

calamari sushi hot dog barbecue wings pizza chili ice cream gourmet bakery tea shop coffeehouse bagel shop

place for pickup basketball place to play disc golf

new act

skateboard/ski/snowboard shop

rock band blues/jazz band hip-hop group/MC singer-songwriter cover band

place to shoot pool downtown spot college hangout

club dj

ethnic/neighborhood festival

most underrated local band/artist local band name open mic night

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And the crown goes to

China Crown Buffet returns authentic Asian cuisine to West Toledo by Kevin Moore Chinese food is good. But all-youcan-eat Chinese food is better. For residents and workers near the intersection of Monroe Street and Sylvania Avenue, China Crown Buffet has ﬁlled a gaping whole in the area’s sizeable restaurant selection that has existed since the departure of China One Buffet.

Satisfy your craving for Chinese favorites (from General Tso’s Chicken to Octopus Salad) at China Crown Buffet. Opened in September by the owners of the Happy Rose Chinese Buffet previously on Monroe Street in the Target Plaza (not afﬁliated with the Happy Rose on Airport Highway), China Crown is striving to be much more than a replacement in the former China One location. “We deﬁnitely offer more of an oriental experience than similar restaurants,” says Jack Yang, manager of China Crown and a three year resident of Toledo. “The owner, Yu Fang Jiang, has included several authentically prepared dishes to the menu and on

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the buffet. We prepare Octopus Salad, which is octopus and a variety of vegetables served cold as well as Sautéed Clams with the Shell. We also have Water Chestnut Pudding as a dessert that I don’t believe can be found anywhere else in town.” Besides these out-of-the-ordinary specialties, China Crown serves all of the entrees one expects at a Chinese buffet: General Tso’s Chicken, Cashew Chicken, Pepper Steak with Onions, Wonton Soup, a variety of Lo Meins and Chow Meins, and many more. The buffet at China Crown also comes with access to the sushi bar, which features several varieties of freshly prepared rolls. All of the items mentioned can be ordered as individual meals for dine-in or take out. In 2007, the Happy Rose Buffet, with the same management as Jiang is using for China Crown, won an award for being one of the top 100 Chinese buffets in the country. Yang elaborated on promotions China Crown has to increase awareness of their new home. “Our lunchtime buffet, before 3:30, is always $6.99, and we offer a 10% discount to students and teachers. We also offer our VIP card which after 10 visits gives you your 11th buffet free.” China Crown Buffet is located at 4751 Monroe Street. Hours are 11am-10pm Sunday – Saturday, 11pm-11pm Friday and Saturday. Open all holidays except Thanksgiving. 419-472-3888.

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Yo ho ho and an order of swordfish

The Black Pearl has set sail in the former H.J.’s Primecut across from the Stranahan (4630 Heatherdowns Blvd.), and its got a great catch of seafood dishes, such as The Black Pearl Platter—four Cajun breaded servings of swordfish, grouper, calamari and clam strips. While H.J.’s closed earlier this year due to the ailing economy, the Black Pearl retains many of H.J’s classic dishes, including the beloved prime rib and the Chicken Supreme. General manager—and former H.J.’s owner Brad Holler—says the bistro’s maiden voyage has met with great enthusiasm so far ... and the restaurant’s name has nothing to do with the Pirates of the Caribbean movies. “Yeah, my granddaughter keeps teasing me about the name,” says Holler, referring to the fact that the Black Pearl is the name of the pirate ship in the Disney movie franchise. “But I wasn’t aware of the connection. We have black décor and we’re seafood-oriented, so that’s where the name came from.” Eat and drink up, me arties! Hours: Mon. (3:30 – 9), Tues./Wed. (11:30 – 9), Thur-Sat. (11:30 – 11). Sun. (11:30 – 9). 419-380-1616 —JW

So good, it’s ‘loco’

Just over a week old, El Camino Loco is already making a big impact on T-Town. Bringing traditional Mexican recipes passed down from generations and infusing them with new twists, the new eatery knows how to satisfy. Manager Gustavo says the restaurant wants to bring a little bit of Mexico to the Midwest. Stop by any Friday or Saturday for live mariachi music

and DJ entertainment. With over 1,400 square feet of room to dance, there’s no worry of being overcrowded. Thursdays are ladies night — Chicas, come out for a great night out with top-of-the-line margarita specials. 1429 Baronial Plaza. 419-861-1870. —DW

Tea time

Get in the holiday spirit with The Children’s Lighthouse’s Annual International Tea on Saturday, December 5 from 1 - 5 p.m. This event, designed for children and adults, offers gingerbread house making for kids, and tea, soups and pastries for adults. An individual ticket for the tea or the gingerbread house decorating costs $15. The tea and gingerbread house package, which includes one adult and one child, costs $25. All proceeds from this event benefit ISOH/IMPACT’s international Child Sponsorship Program. To purchase tickets, call 419-878-8548 or visit www.isohimpact.org/tea.

on Friday, December 4 from 6 - 8 p.m. raises funds to support local history preservation and education. The Gala includes a selfguided tour of the museum, a silent auction, and samplings of various ethnic foods (including European, Lebanese, Mexican, Italian, Phillippine and Korean) from area restaurants. Tickets are $20 and are available at the door but reservations are encouraged. 419-352-0967. —RB

Delicious diversity

Experience the delicacies of various cultures as the Wood County Historical Center’s Holiday Melting Pot Gala Fundraiser. The event,

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Party on the hours

Don’t wait for the weekend to have a good time. SouthBriar Restaurant in Sylvania is kicking off weekday evenings with their Oyster Hour, every weekday from 5-7 p.m. Enjoy oysters and shrimp for only $.75 a piece in the Lounge. Plus, celebrate Bubble Club Weekdays at the top of every hour from 57 p.m. — buy one cocktail and enjoy a second, identical drink for only $2. 5147 Main St. Sylvania. 419-517-1111/ www.southbriar.biz.

Give me five, guys

At Five Guys Burgers and Fries, they stick to what they know. And they really know their stuff. The burger joint, which began in 1986 in Arlington, VA, has made its way to the Glass City with a franchise at Westgate Shopping Center (Secor and Central Ave.). The menu is simple: burgers, dogs, and fries, with free toppings and a regular or large Coca-Cola to wash it down. With no artificial trans fats and no gluten (except for the buns), it’s a welcome addition for burger lovers in T-Town. Stop by and try what has been dubbed as “heaven on a bun.” 3305 W. Central Ave. 419-464-0000/ www.fiveguys.com. —GS

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high spirits

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[november 27-28]

Walt Churchill’s hosts a “Blind Tasting” of 2005 Bordeaux under $20. 12-5pm. Walt Churchill’s Market, 3320 Briarfield, Maumee. 419-794-4000. www.waltchurchillsmarket.com.

Italian Wines

Sample a selection of four Italian wines. 5-8:30pm. $10. Aficionado Wine and Cigars, 26567 N. Dixie Hwy. Perrysburg. 419-873-4444. www.aficionadowineandcigars.com.

Tastings at the Beer and Wine Cave

Tastings take place Wednesdays and Thursdays 6-8pm (closed Thanksgiving). $10 beer, $15 wine. Beer and Wine Cave, 4400 Heatherdowns. 419-382-6221. www.toledomeatsandmore.com.

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Blind Tasting

[wednesday, november 30]

Ladies Pamper Party

A wine and cheese party with light hors d’oeuvres Provided by Mancy’s Blue Water Grill. Try and buy accoutrements, designer purses, jewelry and specialty Imported and handmade pieces. Indulge yourself in galvanic spa treatment, nutritional assessments, chair massages and facials. 6-8:30pm. 3630 Stillwater, Maumee. 419-280-3942.

Latest arrival wines and new release beers.

December 2-3

Great wines for holiday entertaining and Christmas beers.

December 4

6-8pm. Champagne tasting - call for reservations.

culinary [sunday, november 29]

Enjoy the Holidays with Le Creuset

This class explains what great cast iron is, it’s vesatillity, when to use it, and discover how this cookware can expand your reperatoire. Free. 11am and 1pm. Williams Sonoma, Franklin Park Mall.

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We’ve all got them — children, siblings, parents, friends who are never easy to buy for. No fear — the Toledo area is home to plenty of unique shopping opportunities, and our Holiday Wish List makes it easy. We’ve compiled some of the most unique items and shopping spots to make your holiday shopping more enjoyable. So head out there fearlessly, readers, and have some fun this season!

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Granite City Food & Brewery The Shops at Fallen Timbers 6600 Russell Road., Maumee 419-878-9050 www.gcfb.net

Granite City gift cards Gift cards are now available! The more you purchase the more you save! Purchase Amount $100 - $299 $300 - $999 $1,000 & above

Your Bonus Discount* 10% 15% 20%

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Ada Aesthetics

12780 Roachton Rd., Perrysburg 419-873-6961

Look great this season Look great for the holidays and beyond! Purchase a Peel Package and receive 20 units of Botox FREE! Call today at 419-873-6961 to ďŹ nd out which treatment is right for you!

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Lily’s at Levis

Levis Commons 2100 Levis Commons Blvd., Perrysburg 419-931-5611 www.lilysatlevis.com

Unique gifts and décor Lily’s at Levis has everything unique this holiday season. Whether you’re looking for special Holiday decorations, that perfect gift for the party host, or great gift ideas, Lily’s has an amazing selection of unique items. This season, come experience the magic of Lily’s.

Yuletide carols by Emily Rippe

New holiday albums for the 2009 season Like mistletoe, stockings and egg nog, they come each November — holiday recordings. The problem is, we could do without most of them — we’re still trying to recover from Billy Idol’s “Happy Holidays” album a few years back. But this year’s crop of holiday CDs actually aren’t all lumps of coal. Here’s a quick overview...

NEIL DIAMOND A CHERRY, CHERRY CHRISTMAS

Alright, I’m the first to admit purchasing this album is unnecessary, as ten of the tracks are merely remastered versions of songs from Neil’s first two Christmas albums. Still, his cover of Adam Sandler’s “The Hanukkah Song” makes my half-Jewish heart swell with pride, and the title track definitely puts you in the holiday spirit. cont. on pg. 21

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BOB DYLAN CHRISTMAS IN THE HEART

Bob Dylan enjoys surprising the heck out of his fans with bold music-making decisions. Remember when he horriﬁed the entire folk community by going electric? So now it’s 2009 and he releases Christmas In The Heart, again throwing his faith-questionHeart ing fans for a loop. It’s like he doesn’t care what anyone thinks. Bob Dylan singing “I’ll Be Home For Christmas” is exactly what you’d imagine Bob Dylan singing “I’ll Be Home For Christmas” sounds like. Shocking, brave, hilarious, right or wrong—say what you will but, at least Dylan cares about feeding the hungry. Royalties from the album’s sales will be donated to Feeding America.

TORI AMOS

MIDWINTER GRACES

Hands down, the best holiday album of the year, you can almost hear Ms. Amos yelling at the record company suits, “I’m ready to make a Christmas album now, but I’m not singing ‘Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer.’” Like Sting, Amos focuses less on Christmas and more on the season of celebration, with songs like “Holly, Ivy and Rose” and “Winter’s Carol” honoring holiday celebrations of other religions, including the pagan winter solstice. Thank you, Tori.

STING

IF ON A WINTER’S NIGHT Sting, I’m sorry for every joke I’ve ever made about you. Your Christmas-esque album If On A Winter’s Night shows you really are serious about the music you make—even if this album deﬁes categorization. Your decision to record traditional British carols and lullabies spanning centuries of European history has resulted in a beautiful musical journey. Sullen and somber at times, you managed to create a seasonal concept album that even—no, especially—holiday skeptics will respect with utmost seriousness.

DAVID ARCHULETA CHRISTMAS FROM THE HEART

“American Idol” runner-up Archuleta captures the perfect holiday album formula — a few wellknown Christmas hymns (“Silent Night,” “Joy to the World”), mixed in with a couple “exotic” tunes embracing his Latino heritage (“Riu Riu Chiu,” “Ave Maria”), a stunning duet with a surprise guest star (“Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas”), and a truly heartfelt original Christmas ode (“Melodies of Christmas”).

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American Mobile Fitness 866-675-4467 www.americanmobileﬁtness.com

Personal Trainers Don’t let the holidays weigh you down! Get fit before it becomes a new year’s resolution with our personal training system. We come to your home or office for individual, buddy and group training. We also do virtual training - an innovative program that gives you a custom, live workout with a certified personal trainer in the comfort of your own home.

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Carruth Studio

1178 Farnsworth Rd., Waterville 419-878-3060 www.carruthstudio.com

Original sculptures This season, bring life into someone’s home or garden with Carruth sculptures. Enjoy 50% off a special selection of 30 signed sculptures with a $60 purchase (while supplies last, not valid with any other offers, in-store special only). It’s the perfect gift to bring a smile to someone’s face!

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Toledo Museum of Art 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000 www.toledomuseum.org

Museum memberships Your Toledo Museum of Art membership gives you access to lively programs, exciting exhibitions, behind-the-scenes perspectives, and valuable discounts — all while supporting TMA’s century-long legacy of making your world-class Museum accessible to everyone, free of charge. Make your Museum, your community, and your world a better place through art — join or renew today!

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First rate Education

Lone Scherfig’s film is a touching story with artistic delivery by Stephen Davis An Education PG-13, 95 minutes, ★★★★★ Complete with a classy script, sophisticated characters and the perfect mixture of comedy and drama, Lone Scherfig’s festival adoring film, An Education, has won over the hearts of many. Now, thanks to the stellar balance of cast and characters, I find myself praising the feature as its artistic delivery and moralistic story make not only for a great film, but an education in life and all that occurs within it. Carey Mulligan gives an Oscar-worthy performance as the young, innocent and naive Jenny. Poised to attend the prestigious Oxford University, Jenny’s father insists on her education, forcing her to study and perfect her school work rather than enjoy the freedom of being young. Her hesitation, delivery and ability to present a teenager experimenting with life’s opportunities is nothing short of amazing. And when she realizes that her real lessons in life are just beginning, her reaction is mixed between that of a woman and a child, a difficult place for any actor to reach; though accomplished nicely here. Supporting work by Peter Sarsgaard and Alfred Molina give the film a strong balance, allowing both men to step up to the plate and give award-deserving

Hello, ‘Goodbye’

“Goodbye My Lady” doesn’t get shown much on Turner Classic Movies, American Movie Classics or any of those other cable channels, so the best way to see this overlooked cinematic gem is to get to the Way Public Library on Thursday, December 10 at 10 a.m. The film, starring Walter Brennan and Brandon de Wilde, tells the story of a 14-year old orphan who lives with his uncle in the middle of swamp and their adventures with an odd stray dog with a bizarrely acute sense of smell. Film buffs, you’ll want to sniff this one out. 101 E. Indiana Ave. 419-874-3135. —JW

Carey Mulligan and Peter Sargaard give award-winning performances in An Education. performances of their own. Representing the only two male ﬁgures in Jenny’s young life, Sarsgaard and Molina take their work seriously, exhibiting two separate avenues: fun vs. knowledge. Lone Scherﬁg does a brilliant job with the script, which was taken from

the memoirs of Lynn Barber, as she attaches an artistically symbolic feel to the coming-of-age story. The film is simple, real and witty. The dialogue fits the era of 1961 London, and the scenery is mesmerizing. And when your eyes grow tired of the constant beauty, the music is sure to pick up the slack, taking you to the place where it all began. Unfortunately, An Education is not for everyone. Sure, Molina and Rosamund Pike offer some witty humor, and Mulligan is charming across the board, but the style, tone and feel isn’t that of a normal film. It is special — an experience on some levels. Its richness and beauty are sure to provide a tranquil experience; one that goes on even when the lives of its characters begins to unravel.

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You will feel at peace as you experience this ﬁlm, and when the credits roll, not only will you long for more, but you will be happy with all that you have bared witness to. It will be a shame if January rolls around an An Education isn’t considered one of the best ten ﬁlms of the year, as an Oscar nomination is not only warranted, it is deserved! An Education is now showing at Art Showcase Levis Commons

also playing [monday, november 30]

Food Inc.

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Filmmaker Robert Kenner lifts the veil on our nation’s food industry, exposing the highly mechanized underbelly that has been hidden from the American consumer with the consent of our government’s regulatory agencies, USDA and FDA. Our nation’s food supply is now controlled by a handful of corporations that often put profit ahead of consumer health, the livelihood of the American farmer, the safety of workers and our own environment. Free. 7 and 10pm. 2615 Health and Human Services The University of Toledo.

[wednesday, december 2]

Complaints of a Dutiful Daughter

This film documents a mother’s Alzheimer’s disease and her daughter’s response to the changes. An authentic chronicle, this film is informative, entertaining and presented with profound insight and a dose of humor. Presented by the Alzheimer’s Association. 419-537-1999. 2pm-4pm. Way Public Library 101 E Indiana Ave., Perrysburg.

November 25 • December 8

The Night Before Christmas Redux

Admit it: You’re tired of The Night Before Christmas Young kids, seemingly learning Christmas. from repetition, can recite the whole darn thing and how many visions of sugarplums can you experience before you are diagnosed as clinically insane? That’s why The Night Before Christmas—The Whole Story is such a joy. It takes Clement C. Moore’s prose and injects it with a hefty shot of creative adrenaline, featuring traditional holiday carols, eye-popping dance numbers and impressive special effects. Running from Thursday, December 3 – Sunday, December 6 at the Valentine Theatre, this production guarantees to all...a good night. Showtimes vary. $16/$12/$8. 419-242-2787/ www.valentinetheatre.org

Emperor arrested for indecent exposure The Emperor’s New Clothes may have been popularized by Hans Christian Andersen, but the story actually originated as a Middle Ages-era Spanish folk tale. The young thespians of the Children’s Theatre Workshop take the classic fable about the power of honesty and give it new life onstage at the Collingwood Arts Center on Saturday, December 5 at 1 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. Not only do these talented young people perform in the play, they also do all their own techie work—lights, props, sound, etc. 2413 Collingwood Blvd. $8/$5.50 (children and seniors). 419-244-5061/www. childrenstheaterworkshop.org

theater events [saturday, december 5]

The 24 Hour Plays

24 hours from conception to performance - this fifth annual evening of short plays are created, rehearsed and performed in one wild and crazy day. $3. 7:30pm. Center Theatre - UT Center for Performing Arts, Towerview Blvd at Campus Drive West. www.utoledo.edu/as/theatrefilm.

Nutcrackin’

The annual holiday presentation of “The Nutcracker” is keeping the dancers of the Ballet Theatre of Toledo on their toes...and will have on your feet applauding when the production dances into the Maumee High School Performing Arts Center on Saturday, November 28 and Sunday, November 29. The perfect respite from the madcap frenzy of holiday shopping, tickets range from $36 to $16, with performance times on 7 p.m. on Saturday and 2 p.m. on Sunday. 1147 Saco Drive (door 19). 419-861-0895/ www.ballettheatreoftoledo.org

Santaland, baby

For those needing a touch of vinegar in their holiday cheer, jingle all the way to Glacity Theatre Collective’s “The Santaland Diaries,” David Sedaris’ agonizing and hilarious account of his days working as a Macy’s elf during the holiday shopping season. Sedaris’s irreverent stage comedy provides the perfect antidote for those who need a respite from the sickeningly sweet holiday sentiment. Can I get a “Bah! Humbug” in here? “The Santaland Diaries” is running at The Valentine Theatre on November 27-29, December 4-6, and December 11-13. All performances at 8 p.m., except on Sundays, which are 2 p.m. Tickets cost $20, but Sunday, December 6 is a “pay what you can” performance (tickets only available at the door). 419-242-2787. —JW

The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Dance FX Academy of the Arts will present “Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe,” a two act adaptation of the book by C.S. Lewis. 2pm. $5, $7. Maumee Indoor Theater, 601 Conant St., Maumee. 419-531-3077. www.dancefxacademy.com.

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You talkin’ to me?

Maumee native chronicles lives of New York taxi drivers by Scott Recker New York City’s fast paced environment often produces eccentric individuals, weird situations and naïve tourists—and no one understands this better than the Big Apple’s taxi drivers. That is why New York City freelance writer and Maumee native Amy Braunschweiger realized she was on to something big when she began collecting ﬁ rsthand stories from NYC’s cabbies.

learning about the hardships of the drivers, which resulted in hours of reporting for each story. “It took me a long time to gather the taxi cab stories because it took me a long time to learn how to earn the trust of taxi cab drivers,” Braunschweiger said.

While most drivers are not as wild or disturbed as Robert De Niro’s character in Martin Scorsese’s classic movie Taxi Driver Driver, Braunschweiger secured enough extraordinary stories throughout four years of investigation to publish her fi rst book. The recently released Taxi Confi dential: Life, Death and 3 A.M. Revelations in New York City, features nonfiction stories from both drivers and passengers, ranging from powerfully moving and awkwardly funny to uncomfortably disturbing and downright shocking. Some of Maumee native Amy Braunschweiger tells the the driver’s stories contain danstories of New York cab drivers in her new book. gerous people, sad circumstances and obnoxious customers—but they all lead to the cabbies’ unique, canAlthough the stories gathered are did perception of New York City. When is completely true, Braunschweiger wrote the last time you have heard of someone them in a novelistic style similar to the being robbed by a cross-dressing call creative nonfiction technique made girl wielding a stiletto heel? popular by Truman Capote in his book In Cold Blood.

Personal history

But Braunschweiger’s story is just as interesting as the various drivers. After Braunschweiger’s college career at the University of Miami (Ohio) she traveled to Germany on a fellowship program, studying Internet ethics and international journalism while interning at a German newspaper. After returning to the United States, she was offered a few jobs in the Toledo area, but ultimately decided to work as a ﬁ nancial newswire writer for Dow Jones in New York City. Four years later, realizing the job was not the best ﬁt for her, she set herself up as a freelance writer and became known for covering the gritty aspects of the city, making her the perfect candidate for interviewing taxi drivers.

Braunschweiger had no problem fi nding stories from passengers however — practically every bar and restaurant was fi lled with New Yorker’s willing to share their personal taxi escapades. But despite her highs and lows of collecting accounts of situations in taxi cabs, Braunschweiger’s journey has led her to view drivers in a more admirable manner. “I never really fully understood the cab driver world and I can’t fully understand it because I’m not one of them,” Braunschweiger said. “But now I know so much more about it and I’m so much more empathetic to cab drivers and their problems. I have so much more respect for them.” Taxi Confidential: Life, Death and 3 A.M. Revelations in New York City is available at booksellers nationwide. Visit www.taxiconfi dentialbook.com and Braunschweiger’s blog at nyctaxiconfi dential.blogspot.com.

After beginning her research, however, she discovered that convincing the cabbies to open up was often not that easy. Since a high percentage of cabbies are from foreign countries and different cultures, many drivers were skeptical to share their experiences. “They have a very different relationship with the news media,” Braunschweiger said. “People don’t always talk to the media in other countries, it’s not considered a good thing to be open with the media.”

Interview technique After failing to connect with drivers by simply taking more taxis, Braunschweiger realized she would have to take more drastic and sympathetic measures such as contacting cab companies and

Life in wartime

Oh, what stories they have. For seven years, Sylvania resident Andrew “Bud” Fisher has been working with the University of Toledo on the Veterans History Project, collecting stories from Northwest Ohio’s World War II veterans about their military experiences. Of the more than 200 interviews he conducted, Fisher chose 80 of the most fascinating ones and compiled them into his new book What A Time It Was: Interviews With Northwest Ohio Veterans of World War II. On Sunday, December 6 at 2 p.m. at the Way Public Library, Fisher will read excerpts of the book and discuss his ongoing interview project. 101 E. Indiana Ave. 419-874-3135 —JW

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Works of Clay

New Perrysburg art gallery opens with salute to late Toledo artist Clay Walker by Scott Recker

Bill Jordan and Paula Baldoni sit in the just-opened River House Arts gallery while spectators enjoy Clay Walker’s artwork. Earlier this year when husband and wife Bill Jordan and Paula Baldoni were toying with the idea of opening a gallery at the River House in Perrysburg, they did not anticipate honoring a Toledo art legend with their inaugural exhibit. River House Arts, located at 115 West Front Street, celebrated its grand opening on Friday, November 20 opening its doors to reveal a large collection of work by former Toledoan Clay Walker, an acclaimed but reclusive artist whose work has only been displayed once since 1968. Walker, who died in 2008, was a proliﬁc and much admired artist in the early 1960s, exhibiting his work alongside artists such as Andy Warhol and Pablo Picasso. Today his works can be found hanging in the Library of Congress, the New York Museum of Modern Art, and the San Francisco Museum of Fine Arts. But, after fearing commercial success was ruining his reputation as an art purist, he abruptly left the mainstream art scene, working in seclusion for the rest of his life, and only allowing family members, close friends and trusted collectors to view his pieces. Walker’s art ended up at the River House by pure coincidence. A friend of Jordan and Baldoni informed them that Walker’s sister, Lynne, was looking for a gallery to display her brother’s work. They seized the opportunity. Although her brother withdrew his art from the public’s eye in the late ‘60s, Lynne believes Clay’s unique skill, passion and individuality deserves to be recognized once again. “He was aware of everything going on in the world of art and was a participant in important movements. However, he always followed his own nature, was

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never a slave to a movement,” Lynne stated. “He did not allow himself to rest at a comfortable spot in his work. He always pushed on, always moved to discover what other beauty might reside in himself, that he could in turn share through his work.” While all of Walker’s work at the gallery is for sale, Baldoni and Jordan emphasize that sale of the art is not the primary focus. Baldoni said the inspiration for opening River House Arts arose from their desire to provide the community with an open, relaxed kind of venue where people could come to appreciate good art. “We wanted to create the kind of gallery that we would want to visit ourselves—a really clean, welcoming space” Baldoni said. “The kind of place that doesn’t feel ‘off limits’ to people who are interested in looking at ﬁne art, but may not be able to afford a piece right this minute.” Walker’s works have an average price tag of approximately $1800, which Baldoni says is “a deal” if a potential buyer is looking for authentic mid-20th century art. In the future, the gallery will be home to many pieces from area artists making their mark in the world. Right now it holds a lifetime of work from a Toledo artist who should not be forgotten. “It’s kind of a remarkable way to start out,” Baldoni said. River House Arts is located at 115 W. Front Street. Hours: Tuesday-Thursday: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., Friday-Saturday: Noon – 8 p.m.. 419-874-8900/www.river-house-arts.com

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Santa at the Secor

The artists at the Secor Building know how to throw a holiday party. On Friday, December 4, come down to the historic Downtown building at 425 Jefferson for the 3rd annual ‘Tis the Secor Holiday Celebration from 6 p.m. to midnight. Enjoy a large new art exhibition on the first and second floors, then ride an elevator to the higher floors to hang out with the Secor’s artists in their studios. Live musical entertainment will be performed throughout the evening and there will be plenty of refreshments for everyone. 419-297-3822

Afternoon holiday

Young at art

Talk about aging gracefully. At 91 years young, Celia Szymanski still paints two hours every day. Born in Mexico, the Scott High School alum speaks five languages (Spanish, English, German, French and Russian) and despite painting for most of her life, she has never had a solo exhibit until now. Szymanski’s exhibit, titled “My Beautiful World,” features more than 30 pieces of various mediums, all expressing her optimism and love of life. The exhibit runs through Friday, December 4 at the Collingwood Arts Center, 2413 Collingwood Blvd. 419-244-2787/ www.collingwoodartscenter.org.

If you’re looking for a locally friendly holiday sale, you won’t find it at any of those corporate Black Friday sales requiring you to get up at 3 a.m. The Hudson Gallery’s Cool Yule Bazaar on the other hand is perfect. On Saturday, December 5 from the leisurely hours of 1 – 5 p.m. head down for an afternoon of creative holiday shopping, with the area’s best artists and food makers selling one-of-a-kind gifts. From glass to jewelry to ceramics to edibles (Flying Rhino Coffee & Chocolate, Amongst Friends), this is local holiday shopping at its most creative. 5645 N. Main A piece of Celia Szymanski’s work that will be Street, Sylvania. 419-885-8381/ featured in “My Beautiful World.” www.hudsongallery.net

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David Stamm’s winning photograph at the Celebrating Nature through Photography exhibit.

Ya wanna Scrap?

Whatever you do, don’t buy that prepackaged box of generic holiday cards. Rather, show your friends and loved ones how much they mean to you by creating one-of-a-kind holiday cards at Scrap 4 Art’s Retro Holiday Card Workshop on Friday, December 4 from 6 – 9 p.m. For three hours and for only $10, you can create as many cards as you want, with instructors showing you how to transform recycled holiday cards into new handmade cards with a few snips and glue applications. This is holiday spirit of the DIY kind. 1501 Adams. 419-720-2978.

Creative giving

Flatlanders Art Galleries is making it easier to get your friends and family something truly unique for the holidays, thanks to its Holiday Gift Show, running through January 3. Whether its James Freeman’s sculptural ceramic artwork, John Leyland’s functional ceramic pots, or Mark Wagar’s handblown glass sculptures, you’ll be able to find

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something cool and one-of-a-kind for everyone on your shopping list. Be sure and pop in to the Fine Craft Gallery to peruse the glass ornaments. 11993 East U.S. 222, Blissfield. 517486-4591/www.flatlandersculpture.com

Natural lighting

It’s unlikely that the heads of the Toledo Metroparks expected such a huge response to its call for entries in the Celebrating Nature Through Photography exhibit. More than 100 photographers from states as far away as Florida entered the contest, submitting a total of 627 entries in nine categories. Toledoan David A. Stamm—a first-time entrant in the competition—was awarded Best in Show for his stunning shot of a deer crossing the Maumee River at sunset. The Celebrating Nature Through Photography exhibit runs through December 20 at the National Center for Nature Photography at Secor Metropark. 419-407-9757/ www.metroparkstoledo.com —JW

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‘Tis the Secor Holiday Celebration and Art Sale, 6pm. This year’s festivities feature

an exhibition of artwork from the Secor Artists and the Toledo Sculpture Guild in the Secor Gallery on the first floor and artwork from the University of Toledo Sculpture Department in the Gallery on Six on the sixth floor. Additionally, the Secor Artists will be opening their studios to the public on the 4th, 5th, 6th, and 7th floors. Many works of art will be available for purchase. Secor Building, 425 Jefferson Ave. 419-297-3822.

Art Alumni Invitational Exhibition Reception, 6-9pm. The exhibit celebrates

the outstanding quality and variety of works by alumni of the University of Toledo. UT Center for Visual Arts, 620 Grove Place. Through January 10.

saturday 5 Shine Ceramics Holiday Sale, 7pm-2am.

New gift items to be featured at the sale include coffee mugs, jewelry, and functional serving dishes in a variety of colors and patterns. Bring your old coffee mug and trade it in for 20% off a beautiful hand-made mug from Shine Ceramics. Wesley’s Bar, 1201 Adams.

Kellfire Glass Open House, 11am-4pm.

The glass studio of Kelly Sheehan presents an open house. Also Sunday, December 6, from 1-5pm. Kellfire Glass Studio, 2620 Centennial Rd., Suite W. 419-517-6061. www.kellfireglass.com.

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it’s friday November 27, Create a glass flower in an Art Hour session, participate in a picture frames workshop and tour the Chihuly Toledo! exhibit. Featured local glass artist is Patrick Dubreuil.

Open until 10pm. Admission is free, a fee applies for some activities.

December 4, Enjoy glass blowing demonstrations, create a glass flower in an Art Hour studio session, listen to classic and jazzy blues by Swamp kings, tour the LitGraphic exhibit and create your own winter-themed art. Open until 10pm.

Admission is free, a fee applies for some activities.

saturday 5 Glass Icicles at the Torch, 10, 11am and noon. Try your hand at making fabulous decorative glass icicles using the flameworking torch. Buy tickets ($15 members/$25 nonmembers; no refunds) in person or by phone during Museum hours starting the Tuesday before each session. Adults and children 14 and older accompanied by an adult are welcome. 419-254-5771, ext. 7448.

ongoing exhibitions LitGraphic: The World of the Graphic Novel, Graphic novels (think comic books for grownups) explore topics that range from thought-provoking to heart-wrenching to risqué. Explore the history, diversity, and tremendous popularity of this ever evolving art form. Through January 3. Storybook Stars: Award Winning Illustrations from the Mazza Collection, See 120 enchanting illustrations from artists who have won major awards for their work in children’s books. This is an exhibition filled with happy childhood memories the entire family will enjoy. Through January 31. Word Play, Word Play draws from the Toledo Museum of Art’s permanent collection—focusing on works produced in the last 50 years—to examine the stimulating linkage between text and contemporary art. Through February 7. Paris: City of Art, Art history students at the University of Toledo selected objects from TMA’s collection depicting Paris and the work of Parisian artists. Students curated this show with guidance from UT faculty and TMA curatorial and exhibition staff. Free admission. Hitchcock and Stevens Galleries. Through March 14.

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sunday 6 Art in TARTA Event, 2-4pm. Six new bus

wraps will be unveiled, wrapped with original and locally created graphic designs and poetry inspired by the theme of “Restore Planet Earth: Fresh Air”, the third year of the “Restore Planet Earth” initiative. The Art in TARTA gallery event will be the first chance to view all of these new moving works of art before they drive throughout the region on their daily routes. The event will include a gallery exhibition of the awarded poetry and designs in addition to music, refreshments, and an award recognition ceremony, commencing at 3pm. Parkwood Gallery, 1838 Parkwood Ave. www.acgt.org.

exhibits Corle and Corle Exhibit, The two person

exhibit features pottery by Ed Corle and paintings by his wife Laura. American Gallery, 6600 Sylvania Ave. 419-882-8949. Through November 30.

Comic and Graphic Novel Memorabilia Display, The Toledo-Lucas County Public Library, coinciding with the Toledo Museum of Art’s LitGraphic display of graphic novel art, presents comic and graphic novel memorabilia on display in the Humanities

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Department. The exhibit features materials on loan from Monarch Cards and Comics, located at 4400 Heatherdowns Blvd., including commemorative and limited-edition books and memorabilia. Downtown Library, 325 Michigan. Through December 30.

Variety Show, This art exhibition is comprised

of a wonderfully diverse group of artistic styles and media by 14 artists. 419-255-5117. www.space237. com. Space 237, 237 N. Michigan Ave. Through January 2.

The Art of Giving, The exhibition includes

paintings, photography, glass, ceramics and jewelry from a variety of artists. As part of the giving season, 20 North Gallery will donate 20% of the proceeds for all art purchases made at The Art of Giving exhibit to The Toledo Zoo, when purchasers mention their Zoo membership. 20 North Gallery, 18 N. St. Clair Street. 419-241-2400.

Avedon Fashion Photographs 1944-2000,

This exhibition is a comprehensive study of Richard Avedon’s (1923-2004) fashion photographs that includes a selection of over 200 images representing his stylistic evolution over a period of 50 years. $6, $12. Detroit Institute of Art, 5200 Woodward Ave., Detroit, MI. www.dia.org. Through January 17.

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wednesday 25 [ comedy ]

Al Jackson, Al’s comedy earned him a spot in the 2005 Boston Comedy Festival and a finals appearance in the 2006 Boston Comedy Festival. He was a finalist in NBC’s Stand-Up for Diversity contest and appeared on the first two episodes of “Last Comic Standing” the same year. Wednesday 7:30pm, Friday 8pm and 10:30pm, Saturday 7pm and 10pm, Sunday 7pm. $12, $14. Fat Fish Blue Home of the Funny Bone, 6140 Levis Commons Blvd., Perrysburg. 419-931-3474. www.toledofunnybone.com.

[ spiritual ﬁtness ]

Zen Buddhist Evening Practice, This traditional Zen Buddhist Wednesday evening practice at the Toledo Zen Center includes liturgy, Zen meditation, a talk and discussion. 7:15pm. Free will offering of $10 suggested. Shobu Aikido of Ohio, 6537 Angola Rd., Holland. 419-861-1163. www.toledozen.org.

[ miscellaneous ]

Tarot Card Readings, Liz Hazel does mini tarot and astrology readings every Wednesday night. 5pm. Manos Restaurant, 1701 Adams. www.kozmic-kitchen.com.

friday 27 [ festivals ]

26th Annual Christmas Tree Festival, Celebrate the opening of tree season with pony and wagon rides, live entertainment, crafts and food, free hot chocolate, coffee, popcorn, and Santa Claus. Trees to cut, pre-cut, wreaths, roping, centerpieces. Festival atmosphere weekends until Christmas. Free

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parking, free admission. Mattes Evergreen Farm 13416 Lulu Rd. Ida. 734-269-2668. www.matthesevergreenfarm.com. Through December 13.

[ miscellaneous ]

3rd Annual Gem Show, Stones come in all different colors and shades and in different crystal structures. Learn how to recognize and use the power of healing stones.10am-7pm. 419-8874000. Bonita Bead Boutique 215 Conant St. Maumee. www.bonitabeadboutique.com. Holiday Tree Lighting, Join Fallen Timbers for their 3rd annual Holiday Tree Lighting. You can welcome Santa Claus as he is brought in on a horse-drawn carriage along with the illuminated Maumee fire truck starting at 6:30pm. 6pm-8pm. The Shops at Fallen Timbers 3100 Main St., Maumee. 419-878-6255. www.theshopsatfallentimbers.com.

[ sports ]

Bowling Green vs. UT Football, Doyt Perry Stadium BGSU Campus Bowling Green. 419-530-GOLD. www.bgsufalcons.com. Toledo Walleye Hockey, 7pm. The walleye take on the Florida Everblades. Lucas County Arena, 500 Jefferson Ave. 419-725-WALL. www.toledowalleye.com.

saturday 28 [ literary ]

Crystal Y. Dixon Book Signing, Author Crystal Y. Dixon signs copies of her book Destiny’s Time. 2-4pm. Borders Books 5001, Monroe St.

Hot chicks, cool cause thursday3 The Pink Ladies have nothing on Toledo’s Chicks for Charity. Come down to evolv Medical Aesthetics for an evening of sisterhood, health tips and—of course— charity. The $10 admission goes directly to The Victory Center, a local nonprofit that provides assistance to cancer patients. Attendees are also encouraged to bring an unwrapped new toy to donate to the Marine Corps’ Toys for Tots toy drive. Dr. Frank Barone—voted ‘Best Plastic Surgeon’ by City Paper readers the last two years—will discuss skin and body therapies and what really goes into a cosmetic surgery procedure, while other medical aestheticians will discuss detoxing methods, natural remedies for migraines and much more. Seating is limited. 2000 Regency Court, Suite 204. 6 – 8 p.m. 419-344-8406/www.chicksforcharity.net — JW

[ outdoors ]

Holiday Lantern Tours, The flicker of a candle-lit lantern will light the way as a costumed interpreter, through a personalized, guided lantern tour, takes small groups on a journey to meet historical characters in the 1910 Homestead, the District 16 Schoolhouse, Villages’ St. Mark’s Church and the Train Depot. Pre-registration is required. Call to RSVP. $5-$10. Sauder Village, 2661 St. Rt. 2, Archbold. 800-590-9755. www.saudervillage.org. Downtown Holiday Parade, For the 22nd consecutive year, the city will herald the start of the winter holidays with the largest balloon parade in the Midwest. Enthusiastic marching bands, capering clowns, strutting equestrian units, festive dance troupes and more will step off at Summit and Jefferson Streets. 11am. Downtown Toledo. Holiday Light Parade, 40 lighted floats cruise Uptown from Ford Field, heading east on W. Wayne

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Street to Conant Street, ending at the Maumee Indoor Theater, bringing Santa to talk to all the little boys and girls. The official tree lighting ceremony takes place and the new solar-powered, “Green” 30-ft. pine tree will be lit at the corner of E. Wayne and Conant.

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Christmas Bazaar Art and Craft Show, An art and craft show featuring talented local artists and crafters with an appearance from Santa Claus. 10am-5pm. Holland Gardens, 6530 Angola Rd. Holland.

sunday 29 [ sports ]

Toledo Walleye Hockey, The Walleye take on the South Carolina Stingrays. Lucas County Arena 500 Jefferson Ave. 419-725-WALL. www.toledowalleye.com.

TOLEDO VET OFFERS STEM CELL THERAPY

With her recent accreditation, Dr. Susie Ferguson, of Holly Farms Animal Care, is one of only two veterinarians in the Toledo area able to perform Stem Cell Therapy for dogs. The therapy is for the treatment of arthritis, as well as tendon and ligament injuries, and involves surgically removing about 2-3 tablespoons of fat from the abdomen or shoulder blade area of the dog. The sample is then sent for immediate processing, which entails isolating the stem and regenerative cells to be injected back into the dog. Because the cells are not engineered or modified in any way, the process is natural and there is no reaction. Owners of pets who undergo this therapy see results within 2-4 weeks. While the cost of therapy is high at $2,500, the benefits for the pet could be priceless. For more information, call 419-841-3323. Holly Farms Animal Care Center, 6705 West Bancroft. www.hollyfarmsvet.com. —RB

Walk on in MENUCARE OPENS IN WESTFIELD FRANKLIN PARK MALL Looking for simple, straighforward services for

routine medical needs? MenuCare, a new doctor-owned and -managed retail health clinic, has recently opened its first location within Westfield Franklin Park. The clinic offers diagnosis, treatment and prescriptions by licensed, board certified, medical professionals. Common illnesses treated include flu, sinus and ear infections, sore throat, minor skin conditions, allergies and respiratory infections. Also available are school and sports physicals, screenings and vaccinations. “We’re not suggesting that the services MenuCare provides should take the place of your primary doctor,” says Shane Spencer, Chief Operating Officer. “MenuCare does, however, provide consumers with a convenient and high quality option for treatment of minor illnesses, vaccinations and sports physicals.” The nurse practitioners at MenuCare have master’s degrees and use a local referral network of health care providers for patients if a diagnosis is made that requires the care of a physican. MenuCare is open 7 days a week, open during mall business hours. For more information, visit www. menucare.com. 1776 Tremainsville Rd. 888-315-9948. —GS

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POLE DANCE FITNESS, build strength, flexibility and confidence in a fun and relaxed environment. Ladies only. Classes forming now. Pre-registration required. Classes held at 10 S. Holland Sylvania Rd. Suite 302. Call Paulette’s Studio of Dance for more info. 419-654-3262 or www.Paulettesdancestudio.com. ________________________ BELLY DANCE – FOR THE FUN OF IT! Shake things up with Aegela, international artist and award-winning choreographer. Women of all ages and shapes welcome. No prior dance training needed. Daytime and evening classes begin January 18. $55 for 6 week session. Martin School, 10 S. Holland Sylvania at Hill, Toledo. www.aegela.com, aegela@mindspring.com, (517) 918-9547 ________________________

HOT YOGA in Perrysburg uses heat to heal and strengthen. Warm muscles are suppler and result in deeper stretching with less soreness. FREE community classes 10:45am-11:45am. New Student Special 10 Days for $20! Ongoing AM & PM Classes. Visit: www.hotyogawithjoe. com or call 419-874-2911 ________________________ INTEGRATION YOGA STUDIO, the Place to Be: NEW YEAR SPECIAL: First class free to new students. Also, bring a friend new to IYS and if he/she registers for a 6-week session, you receive $10 off yours! Gift certificates available. 4633 West Bancroft (just west of Talmadge). www.integrationyogastudio.com. (419) A-OM-YOGA. yoga.jenn@sbcglobal.net

TEBA – Toledo Evolutionary Bodywork Alliance: Your Connection to the Greater Toledo Area’s Professional Holistic Bodywork Teachers and Practitioners! Members: Amy Adamczak, Certified Rolfer, Certified Pilates Instructor Caitlin Cousino, LMT, Thai Massage Therapy Shelly DeMeo, Birth Doula, Pregnancy/Therapeutic Massage Andrew Lesniewicz, HypnoTherapist, Counselor Jerry Levin, PhD, LMT Lisa Lutman PT,CSCI - The center at Alternative Physical Therapy Jenn McCullough, Certified Yoga Instructor & Owner Integration Yoga Studio Debra Reis, Nia, Aromatherapy, Healing Touch Isis Rose Magdalena (Tobie Saad) of Acoustic Arcana – CCT, Rose Twin Flame © Reiki, Frequency Attunement and CCT ©, Intuitive Life Coaching, Nontraditional Wedding Services Cathy Skiver, Registered Yoga Teacher Jay Weik, Shobu Aikido of Ohio, Toledo Zen Center.

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Westfield Franklin Park Tree Lighting, Activities provided by Imagination Station, food sampling and more. Tree lighting at 6pm live on Channel 13. 4pm-7pm. Westfield Franklin Park Mall, Monroe and Talmadge. www.westfield.co/franklinpark.

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NAMES Project AIDS Memorial Quilt, In recognition of the more than 30 million adults and 2 million children currently living with HIV, The Diversity Awareness and Action Committee of Lourdes College is sponsoring a display of the NAMES Project AIDS Memorial Quilt. According to the NAMES Project Foundation, the Quilt includes more than 91,000 names, representing only 17.5% of those who have died from AIDS in the United States. Lourdes College, 6832 Covenant Blvd. Sylvania. 419-824-3708. www.lourdes.edu.

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Open Curl, Anyone can come and try out the exciting sport of curling. Club members will be on hand to give basic instruction in the sport; then, you will play a short game. Dress for forty degrees and bring clean athletic shoes to wear on the ice. All equipment is furnished. $10. 7pm. BGSU Ice Arena, 417 N. Mercer Rd. Bowling Green. 419-262-1143. www.bgcurlingclub.com.

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In the Park after Dark, Glimpse nature at night by the light of the full moon on this naturalist guided exploration. Owl calling, storytelling and night sky interpretation included. No dogs allowed. Reservations needed. $5. 7:30pm-8:30pm. Swan Creek Preserve Metropark, Airport Highway. 419-407-9700. www.metroparkstoledo.org.

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Christmas Presence, Join Westgate Women for their annual Christmas celebration featuring author and speaker Julie Barnhill. 7pm. $15. 419-861-2499. Westgate Chapel, 2500 Wilford Dr.

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Prizm Holiday Buffet Luncheon and Gift Exchange, PRIZM Creative Community will sponsor a Holiday Buffet Luncheon and Gift Exchange for members and any interested guests. Attendees can participate in an optional “Artistic Gift Exchange” by arriving with a wrapped gift worth approximately $10. Those Visiting the Toledo Club that day will enjoy the unveiling of the annual Christmas

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networking events wednesday 2 EPIC Toledo New Member Orientation

This new member orientation will take you through a crash course about EPIC and how you can become involved. Come meet other new EPIC members as well as EPIC’s Advisory Council. Appetizers and a cash bar will be available. See website to register. 7pm. Ambrosia 1500 Holland Rd. Maumee. www.toledochamber.com.

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Tree display by various businesses and clubs, and be among the first to vote and possibly bid on their favorite tree. Participants are encouraged to make a reservation by noon on Monday, November 30 if they plan to attend. 419-872-0019. 11:30am-2pm. The Toledo Club, 235 14th St.

thursday 3 [ comedy ]

Frank Roche, In conjuction with Connxtions Comedy Club/Comedy for a Cause, Fallen Heroes presents Detroit native Frank Roche. Frank has won Comedy Central’s Michigan Comedy Survivor among his other titles. He’s known for his rapid fire antics and dead on celebrity impressions. Proceeds benefit the Thin Blue Line and Muscular Dystrophy. 7pm. $10. 419-450-0151. Connxtions Comedy Club, 5319 Heatherdowns.

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River Centre Clinic Eating Disorder Support Network Meeting, The River Centre Clinic, this area’s premier eating disorder treatment center, offers an educational support meeting each month. The December meeting will focus on “Media

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and Christmas Day all goes well. Not true on the 26th so keep a low profile. Do some “undecorating” on the 28th and 29th. There is a full moon and eclipse the 31st so celebrate quietly. Avoid travel on the 1st , stay close to home until you return to your routine on the 5th.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) You are helping

someone less fortunate the 23rd. You make sure everyone around you has a perfect holiday the 24th and 25th. Head for the sales on the 26th but be prepared for mass confusion. You can choose starting 2010 in a new place or an old place with friends. Put away gifts the 2nd.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) Christmas Eve

finds you on the road. Combine friends with family Christmas Day. At 9:38 AM the 26th Mercury retrogrades taking some of your energy and enthusiasm with it. The full moon the 31st highlights money. Include “thrift” as a resolution. You are in TV trance on the 1st.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) You have to be in

two places at once on the 24th and 25th to keep everybody happy. Plans change on the 26th. Do as much as possible on the 31st as the full moon shines on you. Wear your sunglasses! You avoid sleep to get in shape and get organized for 2010. Put your feet up on the 5th.

LEO (July 23-August 22) The 24th and 25th

are perfect. The 26th is frustrating. Staying on schedule the 29th and 30th is difficult. End 2009 on a sunny beach or a cozy ski lodge. Football games beckon you on the 1st. Get armed with serious resolutions starting the 5th. You need to concentrate on your physical health.

VIRGO

(August 23-September 22) You are pleasantly surprised with gifts as you pitch in to help with Christmas dinner. You continue to cooperate but lose some pep when Mercury retrogrades on the 26th. Spend New Year’s Eve quietly, close to home. Begin 2010 packing away gifts and decorations. LIBRA (September 23-October 22) While

ing on the 23rd so you can head out on the 27th to start the New Year in a New place. The red flags are up the 26th, 28th and 30th. Your New Year’s Eve is perfect and you are sentimental. Return to the real world on the 2nd.

SCORPIO (October 23-November 21) Your

Christmas is delightful. The key word from the 26th to the 31st is ‘PATIENCE.” Lessons need to be learned New Year’s Eve. New Year’s Day is devoted to parades and football. From the 2nd thru the 4th remove all traces of the holiday from your home.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22-December 20) On the 24th and 25th you entertain at home. On the 26th the void-of-course moon and Mercury retrograde complicate your shopping. Try to get your house in order the 29th and 30th. Celebrate the New Year in a new place. Catch up on your rest the 2nd and 3rd.

CAPRICORN (December 21-January 19)

Venus comes to your sign on Christmas Day. Your holiday is like a picture on a Hallmark card. Be cautious if you travel on the 27th and 28th. Celebrate the New Year at a luxury resort. Indulge yourself on the 2nd. Give orders on the 4th and you will be obeyed.

AQUARIUS (January 20-February 18) You

may be at the mall Christmas Eve. Christmas Day you are with friends and family. New Year’s Eve is party time and thinking up resolutions. On New Year’s Day you have eyes only for the TV and good food. Untrim your place the 2nd and 3rd.

PISCES (February 19-March 20th) You are

on top of your world through Christmas Day. Then you are out and about early the 26th exchanging gifts and seeking bargains. New Year’s Eve is quiet and romantic. New Year’s Day you watch a little TV and do some reading. Whistle while you work on the 2nd and 3rd.

Sue Lovett is available for personal astrology readings and private parties. Visit her on the Web at www.suelovett. com or call her at 419-474-6399.

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December 23 • January 5 Listing all of the planetary action for the next two weeks would take a full page! Expect the unexpected, allow extra time for everything, be patient and understanding. Check your sign below. — BY SUE LOVETT

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Across 1. Secondary letter addenda 5. 6 Lakes vehicles 8. Like infomercials, often 14. “I could ___ horse!” 15. Era 16. Animatronic toy bear Teddy 17. Minor cut? 18. Peanut butter at the break of day? 20. Ouagadougou’s continent 22. “Take This Job and Shove It” composer David Allan 23. Gay-window link 24. One who sets a VHS of “The Crying Game” precisely to the money shot? 28. Mentalist’s prefix 29. “___ Boot” 30. Carrie played her in Episodes IV - VI 33. Flight unit? 35. “Goldfinger” depository 37. Kangaroo pouch 40. Balls: Yiddish 42. Election Day abbr. 43. Ric who produced the first Weezer record 45. Album epilogue 47. Himalayan legend 48. Station Lou Dobbs recently quit 49. First-year law students 53. Cash carrier for lawn game enthusiasts? 57. Disgusted word 59. Pencil, late in life 60. “Relax, private!” 61. “You’re rich, with cabbage delish/Once tried, always on my side,” e.g.? 65. Place for relics, perhaps 66. Conger catcher 67. “Little Plastic Castle” singer DiFranco 68. Cognac grade 69. Have a connection 70. “Miami Vice” theme composer Hammer 71. Poetic nights

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Down 1. Passover, in the Haggadah 2. Cook, as hash browns 3. Incite 4. Homo ___ (people) 5. Palindromic “M*A*S*H*” nickname 6. Old computer monitor letters 7. Fix a seam, e.g. 8. He directed Charlton in “Touch of Evil” 9. Microwaved 10. 61, in old Rome 11. Clear 12. They’re usually left after dinner 13. New Age name 19. Military procedural spun off from “JAG” 21. Put in gear? 25. Chop up, as footage 26. Area with active ﬁre, perhaps 27. Puma prey 31. Note left after stealing a roommate’s food, say 32. Bunyan’s tool 34. Diving bird 35. Poutine is full of it 36. It may be cleared before a speech 37. Phoenix Earth Food Co-Op bean 38. Big name in hardware 39. Multipurpose 41. Give up on fourth down, as the Browns 44. Round Table title 46. Taking time off 48. Sugar unit 50. Go by 51. Teacher’s unit 52. Prepares, as tea 54. One way to be high 55. Cite 56. Entrance 57. Software designer’s consideration 58. Fox drama since May, 2009 62. Huge New Deal agcy. 63. ___ Mahal 64. “Messenger” molecule

Images and Cultural Messages”, presented by Brithany Pawloski. Psy.D.. Staff Psychologist. Free. River Centre Clinic, 5465 Main St., Sylvania. 419-206-1306. www.river-centre.org.

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Holiday road saturday28 Toledo’s annual Downtown holiday parade is the ultimate cure for the holiday shopping blues. On the Saturday after Thanksgiving, ignore the 6 a.m. sale and get a good spot on one of Downtown’s sidewalks to enjoy the big parade, which begins at 11 a.m. at Summit and Jefferson, traveling north on Summit to Jackson and finishing on Huron at 12:30 p.m. Brew up a Thermos of coffee or hot chocolate and enjoy stories-high helium balloons, floats, marching bands, and an appearance by Santa. After the parade, head down to the Erie Street Market to explore Kris Kringle Village, running November 28 and 29, featuring children’s activities, horse-drawn carriage rides, and live reindeer. — JW

Performative Politics in Chicago: Women Writers of the Black Arts Movement, Carmen Phelps, UT Assistant Professor, English Language and Literature presents this brown bag lecture. 12:30pm. Catharine S. Eberly Center for Women, Tucker Hall 0168, University of Toledo. Workshop To Support Smokers Thinking About Quitting, The event is one hour long, followed by a 15 minute Q & A session. Each Clinic includes a presentation by a Tobacco Treatment Specialist, trained and certified by Mayo Clinic, and a former smoker who shares his or her story about how this person quit with the help of a prescription treatment option and support. Attendees will receive tools to help them create a personalized quit plan. Please note this event is sponsored by Pfizer. 7am1pm. Free. 212-704-8202.

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Aromatherapy Workshop, Participants will learn to identify commonly used therapeutic-grade oils, their health benefits and tips for safe use handling of oils. The class will make a blend for personal use. 10:30am-12:30pm. Toledo Botanical Gardens 5403 Elmer Dr. www.toledogarden.org. Shop the Block, Shop the Sophia Lustig Shop and Sophie’s Sister while enjoying cocktails and hors d’oevres. 4pm-8pm. 419-243-5131 Sophia Lustig Shop, 124 10th St.

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Simpson Garden Park by Candlelight, Walk the trails lit by more than 500 luminaries, then enjoy free refreshments, sing seasonal songs along with members of the Bowling Green Community Band, and visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus. 6:30pm8:30pm. Simpson Garden Park, 1291 Conneaut Ave., Bowling Green. www.bgohio.org/parks-and-recreation.

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Holiday Shopping at Bittersweet Farms, Purchase your holiday gifts while supporting the residents and day participants of Bittersweet Farms. All items are handmade by the individuals with autism that Bittersweet Farms serves. The Holiday Shop is located in the Administration Building. Proceeds from the Holiday Shop support the programs at Bittersweet Farms, a local nonprofit organization dedicated to serving individuals with autism. 9am-4pm. Bittersweet Farms, 12660 Archbold-Whitehouse Rd., Whitehouse. www.bittersweetfarms.org. Holiday Melting Pot Gala Fundraiser, Sample ethnic food from International Chefs plus bid on fabulous silent auction items. Funds raised will help support local history and educational learning for local children. 6pm-8pm. $20. Wood County Historical Center and Museum, 13660 County Home Rd., Bowling Green. 419-372-7862. www.woodcountyhistory.com.

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Toledo Walleye Hockeye, 7pm. The Walleye take on the Kalamazoo Wings. Lucas County Arena 500 Jefferson Ave. 419-725-WALL. www.toledowalleye.com.

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Heralding the Holidays, Get a jump on your holiday shopping with a unique selection of arts and crafts, all hand made by local artists. Live entertainment, children’s activities and a visit from Santa offers fun for the whole family. Friday December 4, 5pm - 9pm, Saturday December 5, 10am - 5pm and Sunday December 6, noon - 5pm. Toledo Botanical Gardens 5403 Elmer Dr. www.toledogarden.org. Retro Holiday Card Workshop, Create as many cards as you can in a three-hour marathon of snipping and gluing! An instructor will show you how to transform recycled cards and paper ephemera into beautiful handmade holiday cards. $10. 6pm. Scrap4Art, 1501 Adams St. 419-720-2978. www.scrap4arttoledo.org

saturday 5 [ education ]

Art Tatum African-American Resource Center Celebration, The Toledo-Lucas County Public Library is proud to announce its 20th anniversary program celebrating the opening of the Art Tatum African-American Resource Center. In honor of this occasion, local playwright Dr. Imelda Hunt is scheduled to present a theatrical dramatization, A Jazz Revue: Tatum at Chicken Charlie’s, which highlights the life and times spent in Toledo of the late jazz pianist Art Tatum. 2pm-4pm. Kent Branch Library 3101, Collingwood Blvd.

[ outdoors ] Helping Hands, Volunteer to help naturalists and land management staff restore a globally rare Oak Savanna. Program canceled if weather is stormy. Long pants, work gloves, and sturdy shoes are recommended. Call or see website to register.

Get Scrooged friday4-sunday6 Never mind the tepid movie adaptation currently playing at your neighborhood multiplex—the Rep’s stage production of A Christmas Carol is the definitive telling of Dickens’ yuletide fable. A true Toledo tradition, the Toledo Repertoire Theatre is bringing Scrooge, Cratchit, Marley and the rest of the ghostly gang to the Stranahan Theater for one weekend only. Miss this and you’ll be boiled in your own pudding. 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd. 8 p.m. (Fri./Sat.), 2:30 p.m. (Sun.) $25 (adult)/$20 (senior)/$15. 419-381-8851/ www.toledorep.org — JW

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Oak Openings Preserve, Mallard Lake Area, 5230 Wilkins Rd Swanton. 419-407-9700. www.metroparkstoledo.com.

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Pet Photos with Santa, Freeze Frame Photos is donating their time to take the photos and Kohne Camera and Photo is donating the printing, allowing 100% of the proceeds to benefit Humane Ohio. Children and families photos are welcome too (with or without a pet). Packages are $10-$25. Proceeds benefit Humane Ohio. 10am-2pm. Pet Supplies Plus, 5315 Airport Hwy. www.humaneohio.org.

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Holiday Curling, This bonspiel (tournament), is a one day two game spiel which includes lunch, between the morning and afternoon games. This is also a chance to watch curling live. Free. BGSU Ice Arena, 417 N. Mercer Rd. Bowling Green. www.bgcurlingclub.com

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Cookie Walk, Let the United Methodist Women of Collingwood Church do your holiday baking for you. 10am-3pm. 419-476-8034, Collingwood United Methodist Church, 701 Phillips. Holiday Home Tour and Boutique, The Bowling Green Woman’s Club is holding its sixth annual Holiday Home Tour and Boutique. This year’s tour includes two historic homes, one contemporary home, one energy efficient home, and one accessible home. Attendees to the Home Tour and Boutique may also choose to attend a luncheon at Stone Ridge Golf Club and an evening Patron Reception, from 7 to 10pm, at the home of Gail and Larry Nader. Proceeds from the Home Tour and Boutique support the Woman’s Club scholarship fund and community service projects. Call for more info. 10am. $15 tour, $10 luncheon 419352-6678 Stone Ridge Golf Club, 1553 Muirfield Dr. Bowling Green. Nature’s Nursery’s 20th Anniversary Bash, Live music by The Sanderlings, 50/50 raffle, silent auction, birthday cake, cash bar. Donations welcome. All ages show. Ottawa Tavern, 1815 Adams St.

sunday 6 [ health ]

Bring your family and create new holiday traditions at the Manor House. Free. Wildwood Metropark Manor House, 5100 W. Central Ave. 419-407-9700. www.metroparkstoledo.com. Holiday Cafe and Craft Show, Browse for that special handmade gift offered for sale by area crafters. Sponsored by the Volunteers in Parks. Proceeds used for Metroparks projects. Free. 10am-8pm. Wildwood Preserve Metropark, 5100 West Central Avenue Sylvania.

tuesday 8 [ health ]

Today and Beyond Ecummenical Support Group, All who are grieving the loss of a loved one are welcome. Confidentiality, respect for others, and support are always present. The group offers monthly support meetings. All meetings are held at Christ the King Catholic Church, Parish Meeting Room. The program will be a supportive social event with holiday refreshments and Christmas activities. 419-297-0546. 6:30pm-8pm. Christ the King Church 4100 Harvest Lane.

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Coping with the Holidays Workshop, Hospice of Northwest Ohio will present a two-hour coping with the holidays workshop for families or individuals dealing with the death of a loved one. The session will enable participants to break into groups with others their age to share, learn and support each other through the grieving experience. Activities are planned for both kids and adults. Call to register. 4pm-6pm. Hospice of Northwest Ohio, 800 S. Detroit Ave. 419-661-4001. www.hospicenwo.org.

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Molly will hate me but it’s for a good cause

Tours de Noel Historic Home Tours, Tour magnificent historic Old West End homes decorated for the holidays plus a holiday gift boutique at the Park Lane. Entertainment and Food will be available. 11am-7pm. Toledo’s Historic Old West End. 419-244-5676. www.toursdenoel.com.

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Holidays in the Manor House, There is no better way to spark your holiday spirit than by exploring over 30 festively decorated rooms in one of Toledo’s grandest homes.

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The AntiVillains ﬁnally release their debut full-length album by Jason Webber Don’t let the somber title of the new AntiVillains album (So Much For Romance) fool you. It’s been a great year for the rock/folk trio—and they’re ready to celebrate. “This has been a long time coming,” says Ben Cohen, axeman for the group and kid brother to lead vocalist/songwriter Sarah Cohen. “We’ve been working on this record for more than two years. It’s been a long, crazy process. But it sounds really good now.” The road to the new album has been a long and twisting one. The efforts have been compounded by Ben’s move to Brooklyn earlier this year, where he works as an audio engineer, and Sarah assisting her parents, Alan and Donna Cohen, with operating their clothing and gift shop The Happy Badger (the store just relocated to a larger facility at 331 N. Main St. in Bowling Green). But music has always been the lifeblood of the Cohens, as it has also been for their trusty drummer Sam Woldenberg—who’s not family, but might as well be. The AntiVillains rose from the ashes of Sam and Ben’s earlier band Drive, which performed all over Ohio and Michigan, and released three albums before imploding a few years back. “We had worked together for a really long time, but when the Happy Badger closed (its earlier location on Reynolds

Road), there was so much stress, we had to take a break,” said Ben. But you can’t keep good musicians down. Ben focused his energies on disc jockeying, producing music, and acting in and scoring local theater productions. Sarah became a constant presence on the local music scene, performing at clubs and bars all over the region. Solo success aside, The AntiVillains has still been a high priority for all of the musicians—even if it has taken more than two years to complete the album. “This record has driven nearly all of us insane,” says Ben. “We have gone through a constant shifting cast of members who have come and gone in quite a dramatic fashion. Think Fleetwood Mac meets a clown car on fire.” Yet, thanks to perseverance and the endless patience of engineer/mixer Chris Stoll of Audioflare Productions (“He put up with a great deal of madness to finish this project,” says Ben) The AntiVillains have finally wrapped their long-awaited full length album—and Ben is hoping that now maybe the jokes will stop. “I look back in horror at the number of times I have publicly announced a release date for this album,” says Ben. “It has become a running joke at concerts.” It may have taken longer than anticipated, but Ben promises So Much For Romance will be worth the wait, giving

Local record shops like Culture Clash and Ramalama will offer The AntiVillains’ new album. his sister Sarah props for her songwriting prowess. “The songs were for the most part written by Sarah,” said Ben. “She would bring us rough ideas for the song and Sam and myself and whomever else was in the band would mold them into what is heard on the record.” The album, which will soon be available at local record shops such as Culture Clash and Ramalama Records, will be ofﬁcially unveiled with a release party at the Ottawa Tavern on Wednesday, No-

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vember 25 at 8 p.m. The evening will also include performances from every musician who has ever played in the band, as well as an exclusive interactive multimedia installation created by artist Jen Dayton, who also designed the album art. The AntiVillains will also perform an instore concert at The Happy Badger on the Friday after Thanksgiving at 2 p.m. For more information, visit www.antivillains.com.

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WED, NOV 25 ROCK, POP, & HIP-HOP

Avenue Bistro: Don and Rachel Coats Grumpy Dave’s Pub: Hullabaloo w/ Justin Sisler Holiday Inn French Quarter: Identical Strangers TCP Mickey Finn’s Pub: Boogie Matrix Mechanism The Blarney Irish Pub: Thanksgiving Party w/ Resonant Soul The Distillery: Jeff Stewart and the Twenty Five’s TCP The Ottawa Tavern: The AntiVillains CD Release Show The Village Idiot: Beaver Feaver Yeeha’s Bar and Grill: MAS FiNA

JAZZ, BLUES, AND R&B

Degage Jazz Cafe: Gene Parker Trio Murphy’s Place: College Night SouthBriar Restaurant: Ray Heitger’s N’Orleans Dixieland Jass Jam

ACOUSTIC, FOLK, AND ETHNIC

TCP Basin St. Grille: Chicago Crystal Frankie’s Inner City: Jason LaPorte w/ Steven Mullan and The Storm & Bartones Jed’s: Chris Shutters and Frankie Shawn’s Irish Tavern II: Dave Carpenter Treo Restaurant: Bobby May and Jon Barile

COUNTRY AND BLUEGRASS TCP

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Mulvaney’s Bunker: DJ Smoke The Bronze Boar: DJ Jim The Distillery: Rock Star Wednesdays

OTHER MUSIC

Attic on Adams: Creole in the Attic Frankie’s Inner City: Open Mic South End Bar: Karaoke The 1901: Karaoke The Bronze Boar: DJ Jim TCP The Dog House Bar and Grill: Karaoke w/ Riz Pack The Roadhouse: Karaoke WoodChuck’s: Karaoke w/ DJ Georgia Peach Yeeha’s Bar and Grill: Karaoke Night

THUR, NOV 26 HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!!!

FRI, NOV 27 ROCK, POP AND HIP-HOP

TCP Frankie’s Inner City: Homeward Bound w/ JWC and Confront the System Grumpy Dave’s Pub: Wretches Holiday Inn French Quarter: Larry Kane’s Rockin’ Rhythm TCP Mickey Finn’s Pub: Great Lakes Crew w/ Falling From Grace Mulvaney’s Bunker: The Wow Factor Pizza Papalis: Dave Carpenter and the Jaeglers The Blarney Irish Pub: Toast And Jam The Distillery: Venyx The Omni: Otto’s Jacket TCP The Ottawa Tavern: Wait... Wait...Don’t Touch Me The Village Idiot: Bobby May and Dry Bones Revival Yeeha’s Bar and Grill: MAS FiNA

JAZZ, BLUES, AND R&B

Degage Jazz Cafe: Gene Parker Fat Fish Blue: Hepcat Revival Murphy’s Place: Anna Givens TCP The Village Idiot: Bobby May and Dry Bones Revival

ACOUSTIC, FOLK, AND ETHNIC

Cafe Classics: Louie Barnett and Friends Freebird Lounge: Chris Shutters Papa’s Tavern: Chicago Crystal TCP The Cheetah’s Den: David Scoby The Flying Joe: Ryan Dunlap

DANCE AND TECHNO Avalon: All Request Friday Bretz: Fierce Fridays

Dexter’s Jamaican Club: Jump-Up Friday Parkway Bar and Lounge: DJ Sounds and Music Plush Ultra Lounge: Fashion Fridays TCP Wesley’s Bar: Old School Fridays w/ DJs Folk, Perrine and N. Mattimoe

OTHER MUSIC

The Dog House Bar and Grill: Karaoke w/ Riz Pack

SAT, NOV 28 ROCK, POP AND HIP-HOP

TCP Frankie’s Inner City: The Ataris w/ Resonant Soul, The Comeback, Man Down and The Closure Rule Freebird Lounge: Chris Shutters Band TCP Headliners: Ekoostik Hookah

Holiday Inn French Quarter: Larry Kane’s Rockin’ Rhythm TCP Mickey Finn’s Pub: Laser Love Five and Flamtronic Mulvaney’s Bunker: The Wow Factor Pizza Papalis: Dave Carpenter and the Jaeglers The Blarney Irish Pub: 2 Dudes and A Chick The Distillery: Venyx The Ottawa Tavern: WEe and DJ Jeff Loose TCP Village Inn: Mt. Fuju and The Eruptions Wesley’s Bar: Jeff Stewart Yeeha’s Bar and Grill: MAS FiNA

JAZZ, BLUES, AND R&B

Degage Jazz Cafe: Gene Parker Fat Fish Blue: Tom Turner & Slowburn TCP Manhattans Restaurant: Frostbite Murphy’s Place: Glenda McFarlin

ACOUSTIC, FOLK, AND ETHNIC

Cafe Classics: Bob Miller The Dog House Bar and Grill: Tom Goss TCP The Flying Joe: Kara Kermel

COUNTRY AND BLUEGRASS TCP Glass City Cafe: Bluegrass Breakfast w/ The Blowing Grains

DANCE AND TECHNO

Mutz Pub: DJ N. Mattimoe and Friends Plush Ultra Lounge: Envy Saturdays TCP The Black Cherry: FunxGivin’ The Omni: Vertigo Saturdays

OTHER

The Village Idiot: The Werks

HAPPY B-DAY, CULTURE CLASH

The fine people at Culture Clash Records are celebrating five years of offering independent music to Toledoans with three days of festivities and deep discounts. Come “rediscover music” all weekend long, with all your favorite local musicians. The celebration starts on Friday, December 4 with a live DJ, followed by an appearance by The Great Lakes Crew at 7 p.m. On Saturday, December 6, the music store will be seized by one of Toledo’s up-and-coming band’s Frank & Jesse at 4 p.m. And on Sunday, December 7, veteran musician Steven J. Athanas brings his latest project, The Coosters, into Culture Clash for a rockin’ good time. Don’t miss out on these free performances, and of course plenty of musical give-aways. Happy Birthday, Culture Clash! Culture Clash Records, 4020 Secor Rd. #1. 419-536-5683/www.thecultureclash.com. —ER

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HOMEWARD BOUND Lineup: Larry Love- vocals and guitar Danny335 Garcia- guitar and vocals Jimmy Shine- bass guitar and vocals Ryan Roadkill- drums Time together: 2 years Influences: Homeward Bound draws influences from early rockabilly and roots musicians, and old school punk bands. Mix in some hardcore groups like Agnostic Front, and you’ll start to get the picture. Favorite kind of fan/audience member: For Homeward Bound, participation is key. There’s no room for sitting around, backs on the wall. “We try to connect with the crowd as much as possible,” Love said. “If you’re going to pay to get into a show, we’ll give you a show!” In other words, bring your mosh pit shoes. Favorite original song or cover song to play? Cover wise, the band enjoys playing “That’s Alright Mama” by Elvis Presley. “It doesn’t matter who you are, everyone in the crowd knows that song, and loves to sing along,” Love said. Original song? Larry likes to play “Smokey Bars.” Most embarrassing moment on stage: Warning: This “Embarrassing Moment” is not for the faint of heart. Back when the band had its original lineup, they were playing a rowdy show up in Michigan. Homeward Bound is known to bounce all over the stage, so it’s not uncommon for things to get a little out of control; rowdy, as some might call it. A song was ending, and Love started playing the next one, “Our drummer started yelling because our guitarist wasn’t playing any more,” Love said. “He had fallen between the guitar amp and drum set, but we all kept playing. He got up pretty quickly and continued to play, though he tore his rib cage up pretty good.” Major punk rock points! Favorite venue to play: Homeward Bound holds a special place in their hearts for Frankie’s Inner City. The venue has been a staple in Toledo for decades, and has brought in some huge headliners over the years. “It feels great to share the same stage with some of the greatest rock bands who’ve come through Toledo.” Sound: If Social Distortion and Rancid had a baby, Homeward Bound would be the result. Gig list: Homeward Bound plays at Frankie’s on Friday, November 27 with The Zimmerman Twins, JWC and Confront the System (last show). It also happens to be Larry Love’s birthday party, so make sure you buy him a drink if you go. Band’s performance in 5 words or less: Energetic, intense, 110%, sweaty and drunk. Web site/contact info: www.myspace.com/homewardboundband

SUN, NOV 29 ROCK, POP AND HIP-HOP

Frankie’s Inner City: The Gay Blades w/ Zunk

JAZZ, BLUES, AND R&B

TCP The Village Idiot: Bob Rex Trio and Mike Corwin

ACOUSTIC, FOLK, AND ETHNIC

Nagoya: Chicago Crystal Bowersox w/ Frankie May The Blue Devil: Scott Gressler

MON, NOV 30 JAZZ, BLUES, AND R&B

Murphy’s Place: Murphy and Black

ACOUSTIC, FOLK, AND ETHNIC

The Village Idiot: Frankie and Friends

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OTHER MUSIC

Ground Level Coffee House: Open Mic TCP Lucky Louie’s: Karaoke w/ Jam DJ Manhattan’s Restaurant: Open Mic

TUE, DEC 1 ROCK, POP AND HIP-HOP TCP

The Ground Level Coffee House: The Faux Paus

JAZZ, BLUES, AND R&B

Degage Jazz Cafe (downstairs): Gunner Mossblad Degage Jazz Cafe (upstairs): Rusty’s Jazz Orchestra Murphy’s Place: Murphy and Black TCP Trotter’s Tavern: Jeff McDonald’s Big Band All Stars

ACOUSTIC, FOLK, AND ETHNIC

TCP Daddy Oh’s: Jason Hudson Grumpy Dave’s Pub: Acoustic Night JJ’s Pub: Bobby May and Jon Barile The Village Idiot: Mark Mikel

DANCE AND TECHNO

The Bronze Boar: DJ Jim The Distillery: ‘80s and ‘90s Night

OTHER MUSIC

TCP Fat Fish Blue: Fat Fish Blue Karaoke Night Rhouse: Karaoke w/ DJ Georgia Peach The Blue Devil: Karaoke w/ Don Coats

WED, DEC 2 ROCK, POP AND HIP-HOP

Avenue Bistro: Don and Rachel Coats The Village Idiot: Beaver Feaver

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A HOLIDAY TO REMEMBER FRIENDSHIP BAPTIST CHURCH/ SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 28

Project360 Records is not your average music label. Based out of Toledo, Project360 strives to set an example for fans of rock, rap, hip hop, R&B (and everything in between) by promoting various local artists who all have one thing in common—strong Christian values. The label’s mission statement: To make music that strengthens the heart of man. With their positive lyrics and inspirational music, it’s hard not to be humbled by Project360 artists. But the company will take their mission to the next level on Saturday, November 28 as they present the First Annual Holiday Benefit Concert: A Holiday To Remember. Public Relations Director Tisha Carroll (also TCP Distribution Coordinator) explained its purpose, “Lance Self (our VP of Marketing) was inspired to do something different to give back to the community; something other than your average food drive,” she said. “It doesn’t have to be a gloomy holiday for people in need. It can be a holiday they can remember.” The benefit show features an array of Project360 recording artists including Jason Carter & V-N-W, and Louis Self, as well as special guests Rock Nation and Called II Worship. Proceeds will benefit three different causes, including Toys4Tots, the N.A.O.M.I. Transitional House and a selected family in need. To make a donation or to find out more about Project360 Records, visit www.project360records.com. “A Holiday To Remember” will be held at Friendship Baptist Church, 5301 Nebraska Ave. 7 p.m. Donations welcome.. —ER

JAZZ, BLUES, AND R&B

ACOUSTIC, FOLK, AND ETHNIC

Degage Jazz Cafe: Gene Parker Trio TCP Murphy’s Place: College Night SouthBriar Restaurant: Ray Heitger’s N’Orleans Dixieland Jass Jam

Basin St. Grille: Jeff Stewart Jed’s: Chris Shutters and Frankie Treo Restaurant: Bobby May and Jon Barile

DANCE AND TECHNO

Avalon: Wenz Daze Open House Night The Bronze Boar: DJ Jim The Distillery: Rock Star Wednesdays TCP

OTHER MUSIC

Attic on Adams: Creole in the Attic TCP Mansion View Inn: Any Wednesday Acoustic Jam Mickey Finn’s Pub: Open Mic w/ Mouths of Dogs South End Bar and Grille: Karaoke The 1901: Karaoke The Dog House Bar and Grill: Karaoke w/ Riz Pack WoodChuck’s: Karaoke w/ DJ Georgia Peach TCP Yeeha’s Bar and Grill: Karaoke Night

THUR, DEC 3 ROCK, POP AND HIP-HOP

Frankie’s Inner City: Elmwood w/ Bryan Dusseau Grumpy Dave’s Pub: Pitch Red Howard’s Club H: Living Legends The Village Idiot: Stonehouse TCP WoodChuck’s: Ugly Tribe Revival and Friends

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Attic on Adams: Sing Along With Sarah The Blarney Irish Pub: Jeff Stewart

DANCE AND TECHNO

Avalon: Temptation Thursdays TCP Club Eclipse: Eclipse Thursdays Mickey Finn’s Pub: Thee Lady Lightshow w/ DJ Danger and DJ Loose Parkway Bar and Lounge: Live Old School DJ TCP Plush Ultra Lounge: Plush Pure Thursdays South End Bar and Grille: Thirsty Thursdays w/ DJ Jesse Dorr The Distillery: ‘80s Night DJ Party The Omni: Toxic Thursdays The Ottawa Tavern: Old West End Records Showcase Yeeha’s Bar: Ladies Night w/ DJ Young Buck

OTHER MUSIC

Basin St. Grille: Open Mic w/ Nathan Kramer TCP Mutz Pub (at the Oliver House): Karaoke w/ DJ Georgia Peach Sidelines Sports Eatery: Karaoke The Michigan Tavern: Karaoke and Music w/ DJ Z Man

FRI, DEC 4 ROCK, POP AND HIP-HOP

Clazel Theatre: Papadosio Fat Fish Blue: MAS FiNA

Frankie’s Inner City: Early show w/ Vanna, Therefore I Am and A Loss For Words TCP Frankie’s Inner City: Extra Extra w/ Geme the Werewolf Grumpy Dave’s Pub: The Polka Floyd Show Howard’s Club H: Saturnine Hello TCP The Blarney Irish Pub: Resonant Soul The Bronze Boar: Russel Martin and The Relics TCP The Omni: Majestic (Journey Tribute) The Ottawa Tavern: Secret Swords The Village Idiot: The NuTones

JAZZ, BLUES, AND R&B

Manhattan’s Restaurant: Tom Turner & Slowburn Murphy’s Place: Anna Givens

ACOUSTIC, FOLK, AND ETHNIC

O’Reilly’s Tavern: Dave Carpenter

DANCE AND TECHNO

Avalon: All Request Friday TCP Bretz: Fierce Fridays Dexter’s Jamaican Club: Jump-Up Friday Parkway Bar and Lounge: DJ Sounds and Music Plush Ultra Lounge: Fashion Fridays TCP Wesley’s Bar: Old School Fridays w/ DJs Folk, N. Mattimoe and Todd Perrine

OTHER MUSIC

TCP Culture Clash Records: Culture Clashes’ 5th Anniversary Celebration w/ live DJ and The Great Lakes Crew The Dog House Bar and Grill: Karaoke w/ Riz Pack

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Pops II- Canadian Brass Holiday Pops, 8pm. The world-renowned Canadian Brass returns to

Toledo to celebrate the sounds of the season with holiday favorites, classics, musical surprises and the beloved brass quintet’s famous antics. See website for ticket pricing, www.toledosymphony.com. Stranahan Theater, 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd. #2

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 1 Star Wars in Concert,

8 p.m. Narrated by C-3PO himself, Anthony Daniels, this event has a live symphony orchestra and full choir playing your favorite John Williams scores while scenes from all six films play on a 3-story HD LED screen. $35-$75. Tickets available through www.ticketmaster.com. Lucas County Arena, 500 Jefferson Ave., Toledo.

SATURDAY AND SUNDAY, DECEMBER 5-6

Toledo Symphony presents Handel’s Messiah, 8 p.m. Sat., 2 p.m. Sun. The Toledo Symphony’s

inaugural presentation of Handel’s beloved Messiah with full orchestra and the combined choruses of The Toledo Choral Society and Bowling Green State University. $16-$25. Toledo Museum of Art Peristyle, 2445 Monroe St., Toledo. www.toledosymphony.com.

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 6

Home for the Holidays w/ Sheri LaFontaine, 6-8pm. Sheri LaFontaine, one of the most captivat-

ing voices in gospel music and the golden voice of Toledo, invites you “Home for the Holidays.” $10. Northview High School, 5403 Silica Dr., Sylvania. www.toledosgoldenvoice.com. The Ground Level Coffee House: First Friday Emerging Artist Showcase w/ Steven Guerrero and Flint Ziegler

SAT, DEC 5 ROCK, POP AND HIP-HOP

Clazel Theatre: The Greencards Fat Fish Blue: MAS FiNA Frankie’s Inner City: Rediscover w/ The Blakes and The Radio Broadcast The Bronze Boar: Crucial 420 The Cheetah’s Den: Measure of Time TCP The Pool Room: Dying to Know and A New Factor The Ottawa Tavern: Frank and Jesse The Village Idiot: The Macpodz

JAZZ, BLUES, AND R&B

Manhattans Restaurant: Yes, I Said Yes Murphy’s Place: Ramona Collins

ACOUSTIC, FOLK, AND ETHNIC

Basin St. Grille: Rob Vance Sidelines at the Arena: Dave Carpenter

TCP Plush Ultra Lounge: Envy Saturdays The Omni: Vertigo Saturdays

OTHER MUSIC

TCP Culture Clash Records: Culture Clashes’ 5th Anniversary Celebration w/ Frank and Jesse

SUN, DEC 6 JAZZ, BLUES, AND R&B

The Village Idiot: Bob Rex Trio and Mike Corwin

ACOUSTIC, FOLK, AND ETHNIC

Nagoya: Chicago Crystal Bowersox w/ Frankie May The Blue Devil: Scott Gressler TCP

OTHER MUSIC

Culture Clash: Culture Clashes 5th Anniversary Celebration w/ The Coosters TCP

MON, DEC 7 ROCK, POP AND HIP-HOP

TCP Frankie’s Inner City: Joe Buck Yourself w/ Larry Love and The Infernal Names

ACOUSTIC, FOLK, AND ETHNIC

The Village Idiot: Frankie and Friends

DANCE AND TECHNO The Bronze Boar: DJ Jim

OTHER MUSIC

Ground Level Coffee House: Open Mic Lucky Louie’s: Karaoke w/ Jam DJ Manhattan’s Restaurant: Open Mic

TUE, DEC 8 JAZZ, BLUES, AND R&B

Degage Jazz Cafe (downstairs): Gunner Mossblad

COUNTRY AND BLUEGRASS TCP The Blarney Irish Pub: Kentucky Chrome

DANCE AND TECHNO

Mutz Pub (at the Oliver House): DJ N. Mattimoe and Friends

EKOOSTIK HOOKAH

HEADLINERS/ SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 28 For nearly 20 years Ohio’s own Ekoostik Hookah has been delighting audiences with their unique blend of improvised psychedelic rock, blues, funk, jazz and bluegrass. The quintet was born in 1991 at a weekly open mic night, and the rest is history. Having played in more than 30 states, released eight studio albums, and hosted the biannual “Hookahville” festival, the band finds itself at a turning point. Lifelong Ekoostik Hookah bass player Cliff Starbuck will be leaving the group at the start of the new year, much to the dismay of his fans and band mates. Says Starbuck on Ekoostik Hookah’s website, “Nineteen years is a long time for anyone to do the same thing...a significant change in my life is essential for me to evolve, not just as a musician, but as a person.” The last chance to see Ekoostik Hookah with its original lineup in Toledo is Saturday, November 28 at Headliners. 8 p.m. $20. Headliners, 4500 N. Detroit Ave. 419-693-5300/www.headlinerstoledo.com. —ER

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THE GREAT LAKES CREW MICKEY FINN’S PUB/ FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 27

I can’t tell you how many times we’ve received phone calls asking about Toledo’s hip hop scene. Where can I see live rap? Who’s the best hip hop group? Does Toledo even have an urban music scene anymore? During a time when our choices seem limited to trendy electronic dance nights and catchy rock cover bands (not that there’s anything wrong with these), it comes as a welcoming surprise that yes, there are venues where we can still see live hip hop performances; yes, there are more than just one or two rappers paving their way in Toledo; and yes, the scene is alive and thriving. Just look at the Great Lakes Crew. Featuring the rap stylings of Ron Jero, Mo Price, That Dude Fani, Steve G. and Framez, the GLC will “free your ears from audio slavery.” Hailing from the “Heartland of Hip Hop” a.k.a. northwest Ohio and southeast Michigan, these fresh MCs aim to fill the musical void that so many of you keep asking about. Check them out at Mickey Finn’s on Friday, November 27 with special guests Falling From Grace. 9 p.m. $5 (21+), $7 (18+). 602 Lagrange St. 419-246-3466/www.mickeyfinnspub.com. —ER Degage Jazz Cafe (upstairs): Rusty’s Jazz Orchestra TCP Murphy’s Place: Murphy and Black

ACOUSTIC, FOLK, AND ETHNIC

JJ’s Pub: Bobby May and Jon Barile

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Mulvaney’s Bunker: Kyle

White The Village Idiot: Mark Mikel Trotter’s Tavern: Jeff McDonald’s Big Band All Stars

DANCE AND TECHNO

The Bronze Boar: DJ Jim The Distillery: ‘80s and ‘90s Night

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Got a nasty smoking addiction you want to get rid of before the New Year? Pfizer along with The Toledo Clinic are offering free classes to help you quit smoking. On December 3 they will be presenting fresh and new approaches to kicking that icky habit. A Tobacco Treatment specialist, certified by the Mayo Clinic, will be telling you the tips and tricks of the trade to stop smoking for good. A former smoker will also be on hand to tell their story of how they quit and the options available to help. Classes are from 7-8am and 12-1pm and are followed by a 15 minutes Q & A. This is the perfect start to stopping. The Toledo Clinic 4235 Secor Road. 419-479-5605. —DW

ProMedica home health care among nation’s best

OCS HOMECARE RANKS TOP AGENIES

ProMedica announced this month that four of its facilities have been named to the prestigious list of 2009 HomeCare Elite agencies. This list is compiled of the top 25 percent of agencies, and also recognizes the top 100 and top 500 agencies overall as determined by OCS HomeCare. Director of Promedica Home Health Care, Marty Murray, credits this high ranking to the professional experience of the nursing staff,

INTEGRATION YOGA STUDIO, the Place to Be: Yoga Schedule Includes: Anusara, Vinyasa, Hatha, Senior, Kids, Pre-natal, Family, & Lunch Hour (Downtown). Also: African Dance with ALMA Dance & Drum, Soul Djembe Drumming Lessons, Nia. Yoga Playground Training – Learn to Teach Yoga to Children 12/4-12/6. Hula Hoop Class 12/18. 4633 West Bancroft (just west of Talmadge). www.integrationyogastudio.com. (419) A-OM-YOGA. yoga. jenn@sbcglobal.net. ________________________ POLE DANCE FITNESS, build strength, flexibility and confidence in a fun and relaxed environment. Ladies only. Classes forming now. Pre-registration required. Classes held at 10 S. Holland Sylvania Rd. Suite 302. Call Paulette’s Studio of Dance for more info. 419-654-3262 or www.Paulettesdancestudio.com. ________________________ Central Ave at King - BELLY DANCE BOOT CAMP for beginners. Starts Thur Dec 3rd

along with a focus on the quality of care delivered. Caring Home Health Services of Toledo, Visiting Nurse Service of Toledo, Caring Visiting Nurse of Lenawee, MI, and Fostoria Community Hospital Home Health of Fostoria, were the four facilities recognized. For the complete 2009 HomeCare Elite agencies list visit www.ocshomecare.com

Quick Fit offers free membership GET FIT AND BRING A FRIEND

WIth estimates showing that adult obesity rates are increasing , one local gym is doing their job to help bring that number down. Quick Fit is offering a promotional membership that would allow new members to join absolutely free. The simple catch? To maintain the free membership you must use it regularly and bring one guest with you once a month who can then sign up for a free membership. In addition to the free membership, Quick Fit has decided to make a donation to charity for every member who enrolls under this type of membership. Quick Fit is a coed facility that has current members between the ages of 9 and 86. Everyone is eligible to enroll, but minors must have a guardian present when signing up. For more information contact Dale Sheppard at 419-517-5035 or visit www.quickfitohio.com. —RB

730p - 830p. Meets 3 weeks. Great way to try it out before the new January classes begin! www.myspace.com/bellydancetoledo email theplacetoledo@yahoo.com or 419.280.3674 - Inspire Dance Studio. ________________________ GENTLE BELLY DANCE for all Ages - Wed 7p Advanced Drills and Technique Thur 730p - $45/month or $15/class - NOW accepting bellies of ALL SHAPES and SIZE - "Everybelly's Welcome!" - KayLouise & Mesmeric Belly Fusion - www.myspace. com/bellydancetoledo - 419.280.3674 _________________________ HOT YOGA in Perrysburg uses heat to heal & strengthen Warm muscles are suppler and result in deeper stretching with less soreness. New Student Special 10 Days for $20! Ongoing AM & PM Classes. visit: www.fitnesswithjoe.com or call 419-874-2911 ________________________

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the 29th and 30th. Travel plans are on your mind beginning the 1st. The full moon on the 2nd highlights communications. The 5th and 6th are party days and nights. There is no time to work on Christmas plans until the week of the 7th.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) Your Thanksgiving

is joyful wherever you are. Celebrate on the 1st when Venus, your ruling planet, makes your financial picture brighter. From the 2nd thru the 5th finishing shopping for gifts and for yourself. You are organized by the 7th with wrapping and mailing.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) Your Thanksgiving

is perfect, like a Norman Rockwell painting. Enjoy shopping and leftovers on the 27th and 28th. You realize it’s a good thing there are two of you on the 2nd with the full moon IN your sign. On the 5th Mercury increases your psychic ability.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) The excitement

continues as the holidays keep you smiling. Allow time to shop the 27th and to travel on the 29th. The full moon on the 2nd returns you to reality. Make a list on the 5th and try to finish shopping the 6th. Balance your budget the week of the 7th.

LEO (July 23-August 22) There is work to

be done on the 25th. Rest on Thanksgiving and let someone serve you. On the road the 27th and 28th? Any secrets you have come out on the 2nd. That is a time for action. The 5th and 6th are for holiday parties. Do some power shopping on the 7th and 8th.

VIRGO (August 23-September 22) Your

Thanksgiving is spent at a new place or with new people. On the 1st, thanks to Uranus, new projects and relationships flourish. The full moon on the 2nd highlights your career. Your social life is packed after the 5th. You are organized and can relax.

LIBRA (September 23-October 22) From

the 25th thru the 27th you at a new place or with new people, or both. Shopping on the 27th

and 28th is fun. Venus moves on the 1st giving you tremendous energy and enthusiasm. Your social calendar is filled, especially on the 4th, 5th, and 6th.

SCORPIO (October 23-November 21) Your

Thanksgiving is perfect. You help someone who needs you on the 29th and are repaid on the 30th. Starting the 1st count on your ability to go with the flow. More parties the weekend of the 4th. Resolve to stay awake on the 7th to finish your shopping list.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22-December 20) You prefer to entertain at home on

Thanksgiving. Enjoy leftovers on the 27th and 28th between watching TV and shopping. On the 1st Venus moves into your sign. The full moon the 2nd lights up your countless holiday projects. Shop impulsively the 6th.

CAPRICORN (December 21-January 19)

Stay close to home, grateful for your blessings, Thanksgiving weekend. On the 1st, thanks to Uranus, you give serious thought to buying a new car. Drive it to a special celebration on the 5th. Fulfill obligations the week of the 7th-stay organized!

AQUARIUS

(January 20-February 18)

Combine turkey, football, shopping and napping until the 1st. Then pop a cork as Uranus, your ruling planet, ends its five-month retrograde period. No more feeling like you are swimming with an anchor. Your social calendar is filled from the 2nd thru the 7th.

PISCES (February 19-March 20) Family

and friends are together for Thanksgiving. Your ruling planet, Neptune, is aligned with Jupiter so you are extremely generous, understanding, filled with warm fuzzy feelings. You may be taken advantage of, so be careful. Party the 4th thru the 6th.

Sue Lovett is available for personal astrology readings and private parties. Visit her on the Web at www.suelovett. com or call her at 419-474-6399.

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Night at the museum Young museum fans gathered at the Toledo Museum of Art Glass Pavilion on November 13 for Hops and Vine 2009. Finger foods by Chef Erica Rapp and music by Resonant Soul kept the party going as glass-blowing demonstrations, wine and beer tastings and raffles of glass objects by TMA artists made the evening artistically memorable. Michele Danilowicz, Laura Danilowcz, Kathy Danilowicz, and Melanie Genot make a toast to the night.

Raising the glass The Kidney Foundation of Northwest Ohio celebrated its 18th Annual Wine Affair: Through the Drinking Glass on November 20. Chrys Peterson of WTOL News 11 served as Master of Ceremonies for the event, which featured grazing stations from area restaurants, including La Scola Italian Grill, The Melting Pot, and Kotobuki.

Joe McEwen, Megan Ronall, Joe Obrster and Kari Zen represent another generation of museum lovers.

Margot Estes and Susan Wilson enjoy a night in support of TMA.

Ladies only Jacob’s Garden hosted Ladies Night November 20 for a special night out. The inspirational space with home decor and garden supplies hosted a special sale for guests, who enjoyed the

Tom Runnells, Master of Ceremonies Chrys Peterson, Kim LaClair and event chair Bob LaClair.

debut of Jacob’s Garden’s new coffee bar.

Jill Servoss, and Bob and Kelly Engelhart enjoy a great night for a great cause. Victoria Howard, Georgia Lucarelli, Hannah Girlie, Tina Girlie (and Lucas Girlie) enjoy a special night at Jacob’s Garden.

Young ladies Ashley Schroeder and Baria Howard.

Dan and Hope Finch raise their glasses with Craig and Dee Keating.

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