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„„ Studio 32NINE Salon Suites and „„ The fast-cooking pizza chain Rapid K’JanÊe Boutique has relocated a Fired Pizza has opened at 852 S. Main few doors down to 1238 Flaire Dr. to St. in Bowling Green. The restaurant offers 1244 Flaire Dr., near Dorr St. and Reynolds 35 toppings and dozens of sauces to Rd. With a 3,600 square-foot expancreate customizable craft pizzas, cooked sion, the personal hair care provider and in just 180 seconds. 419-806-4415. designer clothing and jewelry retailer will rapidfiredpizza.com/bowling-green-oh now offer makeup artistry, nail services, „„ Pet Valu has opened in the Perrysburg massages, estheticians, and space for Marketplace, near Kroger, at training and event rental. 419-467-9132.

27072 Carronade Dr. The pet supply store studio329salon.com offers more than 7,000 products and „„ After almost a year of construction at the $10 dog wash stations. 419-873-6963. former Biggby Coffee location, 420 Madius.petvalu.com son Ave., in the Ohio Building, Plate 1 „„ Signal Nightclub has opened at has debuted a window sign. This second 3922 Secor Rd. Most recently Laffs and location of coffeeshop Plate 21 is highly Club Soda, the nightlife dance club anticipated. focuses on EDM, dubstep and house „„ The Perrysburg-based Fiddle Stix music. 419-473-0662.

Boutique has opened a second location facebook.com/signalnightclub in downtown Sylvania at 5693 Main St., „„ The Chop House Toledo, a fine formerly Chic Happens. The women’s dining, prime American steakhouse boutique sells clothing, accessories, operated by Mainstreet Ventures, will open personalized items, and other goodies. their downtown location on November 10.

Current hours (likely to change for the 300 N. Summit St., 888-456-DINE. holidays): 10am-6pm, Monday-Saturday. toledochophouse.com 11am-5pm, Sunday. 419-386-2812. „„ The Benchmark Restaurant has Fiddlestixboutique.com opened in the Shops at Levis Commons „„ In addition to their shop Toledo’s WOW in Perrysburg, serving steak and District, (2856 W. Sylvania Ave., near traditional American fare in an upscale Douglass. 419-593-0093), NeverMore atmosphere. 419-297-8817.

Used Bookstore has opened a second benchmark-restaurant.com location at 302 Conant St. in Maumee. „„ Following two years of seasonal indoor 567-402-4300. nevermore-used-bookvolleyball at Headliners, Indoor Sand store.business.site has opened an indoor sand volleyball club „„ Cameron’s Comics & Stuff has at 2528 Woodville Rd., formerly the Great opened at 175 N. Main St. in Bowling Eastern Shopping Center, in Northwood.

Green. This is the second location for the 419-290-4431. indoorsand.com Adrian, MI-based business, offering a „„ Jewelry, craft and bookstore, Beads & variety of comics, graphic novels, kid’s Books, will celebrate the grand opening comics and books, games, toys, action of their new location from 2-6pm on figures and board games. 419-806-4715.

Saturday, November 18. 2491 Collingwood facebook.com/CameronsComicsBG Blvd. (next to Black Kite Coffee). „„ Savers Thrift Store will close two beadsandbooks419.com Toledo locations— 3550 Executive Parkway ( by Secor Rd.) and 2613 S. Reynolds Road— on November 12.

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According to a 2012 analysis of the National Women’s Business Council’s survey of business owners, the number of women-owned businesses increased by 26.8 percent between 2007 and 2012— and the momentum has only continued. Learn how this growth can continue during Women of Toledo’s Women Economic Empowerment #WEE Forum. A panel of women-owned business leaders will discuss the joys and challenges of being a women entrepreneur in Toledo. This free event includes a boxed lunch from Pam’s Corner. Sponsorship opportunities available. Registration required; visit weeforumfall.eventbrite.com to reserve your space.

11:30am-1pm. Wednesday, November 15. United Way of Greater Toledo, 424 Jackson St., 419-3775457. womenoftoledo.org Free

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Public transportation is crucial to community health. Want to help improve our current system? Join the Toledo Area Regional Transit Authority (TARTA) for a discussion about our public bus system during the TARTA Public Transit Forum. Community feedback is important. Get on the bus!. 5-6:30pm.

Monday, November 13. Kent Branch Library, 3101 Collingwood Blvd., 419-259-5340.

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Fake news? Fair coverage? The Trump Presidency has certainly shaken up the public’s relationship with the media. How does partisan politics impact the press, and why do Democrats and Republicans have conflicting opinions about the objectivity of political coverage? Join the conversation during the Lifelong Learning Hot Topic: Americans’ Attitudes About the News Media. Cost for this informative session includes a lunch. $10/Lifelong Learning members. $15/non-members. 11:15am-12:45pm. Friday, November 17. The Franciscan Center of Lourdes University, 6832 Convent Blvd., 419-824-3707. lourdes.edu/lifelong —AC

40 years of pride

The Holiday with Heart Charity has worked to provide financial support to the local LGBT community for nearly 40 years. Help support the group’s continued efforts during the 40th annual Holiday with Heart Charity Gayla on Sunday, December 3 at the Toledo Club.

Enjoy dinner, dancing, and tons of fun. This year, proceeds from the event will benefit The University of Toledo LGBTA Initiatives, YGE Program (Young, Gay, and Empowered), and the Toledo Community Foundation Holiday with Heart Fund. Reservations close on Wednesday, November 29, so make sure to buy your tickets now. $85 for a single ticket. Tables also available. 419-470-3937. hwhcharitygayla.org

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Jerkin’ the Gerken

The rise and fall of a County Commish

by Johnny Hildo

Rewind to five years ago.

Lucas County Commissioner Pete Gerken was arguably the most powerful person in Northwest Ohio. He was recognizable and well known. He was afforded a high level of respect. He ran in lofty circles with the titans of local business, industry, and politics. He wielded an impressive amount of clout.

How far the mighty have fallen.

In the intervening half decade or so Gerken’s star has faded to the point that he is often an afterthought. Even the rumors of Gerken running for Toledo Mayor, which we cast as a done deal not many months ago, now seem a bit laughable..

What on Carty’s green Earth has happened?

That was then

Five years ago, downtown Toledo was still struggling under the weight of decades of decline and neglect. Most activity had long since retreated to the suburbs or out of the area altogether.

There were only a few exceptions to the sleepy, litter strewn downtown wasteland. And most were owned or revitalized by investments by the County, with Gerken as the face of development.

It started when the Mud Hens moved to a new downtown park in 2002. While the development around Fifth Third Field was slow in coming, the ballpark itself was an immediate hit. Over ten thousand fans, many from hundreds of miles away, would fill the stands on every Friday and Saturday night from late June through August.

A few years after the move, Gerken was elected Commissioner. Two years after Gerken was elected, the surrounding buildings began to be revitalized. By the late aughts the move could be crowned a resounding success, with good amount of credit given to the Commissioners. Gerken made sure to place himself at the center of the story.

Then came the Huntington Center and the return of hockey to T-Town.

Another massive County investment, another success story, this time with Gerken at front and center from the beginning.

It’s hard to say what downtown would have been like in that time period if the County had not stepped into the development game. But Gerken

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was often credited with making sure we didn’t have to find out.

This is now

Fast forward to now. The County investments are still shining jewels. But the credit now more often goes to the leader of the Mud Hens and Walleye organizations, Joe Napoli. The recent mass development around Fifth Third Field has been under the visionary direction of Napoli, not the Commissioners, and not Gerken in particular.

More recently, Napoli has been joined

by ProMedica CEO Randy Oostra as the face of downtown development. It’s going thick and fast now, with new restaurants and night spots and a renovated top-notch hotel, and more on the way.

The Berdan Building project is nearing completion, the old Fiberglas Tower is being redeveloped into upscale residential, commercial, and retail space, and a new development team is now poised to do the same with the long-vacant Madison Building. It seems there’s another announcement every week or so. And Gerken’s name is nowhere near any of it.

Then there’s the relationship between Gerken and City leadership. Not many years ago Gerken was in the bully-boy driver’s’ seat, most notably over who had to bear the cost of criminal justice.

Then the County lost a lawsuit against the City and Gerken’s bully-boy stance began to sound more and more like so much pitiful bleating in the dark. These days his clout is pretty much gone.

This year was the nadir for Gerken.

The old Holiday Inn on Summit Street, purchased by the County, languishes in half-torn-down state across the street from the Fiberglas Tower, while Gerken keeps promising that some unnamed developer wants to purchase it that way.

Gerken’s buddy Koray Ergur continues to let the Spitzer and Nicholas buildings decay at Madison and Huron, across the street from the Madison Building.

And Gerken’s ill-considered attempt to rush a new county jail into the corner of Airport and Angola was met with resounding and near-unanimous jeers and catcalls.

And we actually thought this guy could consider a run for Mayor?

Whatever we were smoking is way too good for the medical dispensaries.

For more activist opportunities, see our updated list at toledocitypaper.com/online/toledo-activist-opportunities 6pm. Wednesday, 11.8 Human Trafficking 101 Hosted by the Lucas County Human Trafficking Coalition, this series is an interactive program to address community concerns related to human trafficking in Northwest Ohio. Heatherdowns Branch, 3265 Glanzman Rd. Also on Thursday, November 30 at Oregon Branch. LCHTC.org 7-9pm. Wednesday, 11.8 Toledo Activist Happy Hour Mingle with Pro-Choice Toledoans as they go over new developments in our local plan to target ProMedica before we receive a ruling from the Ohio Supreme Court on Capital Care. The Attic on Adams, 1701 Adams St., 419-243-5350. facebook.com/NARALProChoiceOhio 10am-12:30pm. Saturday, 11.11 A Community of Committed Men Each year, nearly 13,000 African American babies die before their first birthday. Discuss strategies on how to combat this troubling statistic. The Family Baptist Church, 1002 W. Bancroft St., 419-241-6668. gisscenter.org 7:30-9:30am. Monday, 11.13 1 in 5 Breakfast & Collaboration, Homeless Services Partnership One in five Lucas County residents lives in poverty. This formal event is dedicated to bringing community and business leaders together to share the status and needs of our homeless population by increasing awareness of hunger and homelessness in the community, raising resources to bolster Homeless Services Partnership growth and current initiatives, garnering support to increase local impact and illustrating the value of partnerships and collaboration to combat homelessness. $30. Mercy Health— St. Vincent Medical Center, 2213 Cherry St., hsp1in5breakfast.eventbrite.com 6-8pm. Monday, 11.13 CityHack: Before the Riots— Explorative Meetup Toledo faces many challenges. Join a discussion to help identify the most pressing issues and how we can make a concerted effort to attack them directly. Code City at Rustbelt Coffee, 119 N. Ontario St., 419-819-5988. codecity.co 5:30-8pm. Thursday, 11.16 A Stronger Ohio Activist Training Join A Stronger Ohio coalition for training in how to talk to people in Toledo about issues that matter to them most. 435 S. Hawley St., forohiosfuture.org

5:30-8pm. Friday, 11.17 Adelante Movie Night— “Bully” Join Adelante to watch the 2011 American documentary drama film about bullying and the anti-bullying movement. Sofia Quintero Art & Cultural Center, 1225 Broadway St., 419-241-1655. adelantetoledo.org 4-7pm. Saturday, 11.18 1st Annual “Toledo Unsung” A Fundraiser & Legacy Honoring Community Workers The Open Arms Community at Bibleway, in conjunction with lead Community Partners, presents the first annual awards ceremony celebrating grassroots community workers, volunteers and activists. $10-$35. Frederick Douglass Community Center, 1001 Indiana Ave., 419-244-6722. Fdcatoledo.org facebook.com/toledounsung 7-10pm. Saturday, 11.18 Transgender Day of Remembrance Hosted by Equality Toledo and Toledo Area Transgender Support, attendees will hear from local political and religious leaders before name reading and a moment of silence to honor those who have been lost to violence. First Unitarian Church of Toledo, 3205 Glendale Ave. 419-381-6999.

9am-1pm. Sunday, 11.19 #HashtagLunchBag Toledo A group of local volunteers who hand out clothes, food, and toiletries to the homeless once a month to help the community they live in. Volunteers and donations are always needed. This week they will prepare lunches at Mancinos Pizza, 7200 Lewis Ave., then travel to Uptown Green, 1904 Madison Ave, around 11am to hand them out. 419-3467831.

5:30-6:30pm. Wed., Nov. 29.

CASA Community and Volunteer Information Meeting Lucas County CASA— Court Appointed Special Advocates— is a nonprofit organization of volunteers who work with the juvenile court to help abused and neglected children find safe, permanent homes. The Lucas County CASA Program, one of the oldest and most respected of the nearly 1000 CASA programs nationwide, has been advocating for children since 1980. Learn how to become a volunteer, trained to investigate and monitor child abuse cases, during this meeting. Toledo Lucas County Public Library, 325 N. Michigan St., 419-213-6753. casakids.net

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CITY SIDE A Drive for Fair Districts

Members of area League of Women Voters gather signatures to fight gerrymandering

By Jeff McGinnis

A reason for hope

“Last time we did this, we were trying to promote an independent redistricting commission in 2012. And every time I tried to talk to somebody then, they’d look at me blankly, like ‘What are you talking about?’”

Payne said. “This time, that’s not happening. Maybe once for every seven to eight signatures I have to explain in great detail, what gerrymandering is.”

In order to place an issue on the ballot, LWV must collect signatures representing 5 percent of the voters from the last gubernatorial election in at

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It’s about fairness. It’s about competition. It’s about hearing all voices. It’s about having your voice heard. People are disillusioned when their vote doesn’t count.

least half of Ohio’s 88 counties.

As of October 13, Fair Districts has gathered over 150,000 signatures, reaching their goal in 13 counties— neither Wood nor Lucas Counties had enough signatures.

But Payne sees reasons for hope. Two years ago, a similar proposition on the ballot for a fair redistricting of state house mapmaking was approved by over 70 percent of voters.

“Two years ago, the legislature— under great duress— put on the ballot the establishment of a redistricting commission.

The issue passed, establishing the commission, which is the governor, the secretary of state, the auditor, the head of the Ohio house, the head of the Ohio senate, and two additional people from the minority party, to make sure there are at least two people of the other party. They must meet with transparency.

They must show their map to the public. They must take suggestions from the public. No sitting state congressperson can be on this commission.”

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Ann Payne, chair of the League of Women Voters Toledo-Lucas County, says it’s easier these days to have petitions signed by registered voters, irrespective of political leanings, concerning legislation curtailing gerrymandering.

The issue of the drawing of boundaries for US congressional districts— gerrymandering— by where districts are redrawn every 10 years by the legislature, often done to benefit the party in power, has been a major focus of the League of Women Voters (LWV) for over half a century. Currently those efforts have become more frequent in Ohio, as the LWV branches in Toledo-Lucas County, Perrysburg and Wood County are collaborating on a drive to gather signatures in support of Fair Districts = Fair Elections, which aims to put a proposal for a bipartisan redistricting commission on the November 2018 ballot.

More and more extreme

Payne sees no reason why a similar proposal aimed at US congressional districts would be any less popular on the ballot, especially in an era where many voters feel disillusioned by the election process, as representatives from increasingly “safe” districts have to resort to more incendiary rhetoric to stand out in the primaries— the only elections, Payne argues, that really matter in a gerrymandered world.

“When a district’s boundaries are drawn to include a majority of voters from a particular party, then the only election that’s going to have any competition is the primary. And then the candidates get more and more extreme. ... It’s going to create a more extreme Congress.”

Local branches of the LWV have already held numerous drives for petition signatures in recent months, and they are planning for an even bigger push on Election Day. Payne said she hopes their efforts will

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Volunteer Debra Lewis of Toledo gathers signatures in the parking lot of Sautter’s Market in Sylvania during a League of Women Voters petition event on September 2. Photo courtesy: Judith Kehrle.

give voters a renewed sense of involvement and importance in the operation of their government.

“So when people say to you, ‘My vote doesn’t count’— they’re right. Your vote doesn’t count in Northwest Ohio. Because the districts are gerrymandered,” Payne said. “It’s about fairness. It’s about competition. It’s about hearing all voices. It’s about having your

voice heard. People are disillusioned when their vote doesn’t count.”

For more information on the Fair Districts = Fair Elections petition drive or to volunteer, visit: fairdistrictsohio.org From 6:30-8pm on Thursday, November 9, learn more about redistricting with speakers including Dr. Melissa Miller, a BGSU associate professor. Way Public Library, 101 E. Indiana Ave., Perrysburg. facebook.com/pg/firedupreadytogonwo

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Designer Alexander McQueen once said: “Fashion should be a form of escapism, and not a form of imprisonment.” Now, think about getting dressed in the morning— are you putting on your go-to outfits for an easy option, or are you expressing yourself? We took two men trapped in routine, brought them out of their shell, and let local professionals help them transform their style.

With a new cut, fresh shave and cool clothing, meet two (newly) made men.

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Michal T.

HAMILTON Latin Dance Instructor, Michal T. Promotions LLC and community organizer and activist with The Junction Coalition

“I have a growing appreciation for fashion.

This makeover is getting me out of my comfort zone.”

“Today, I’m going to give him a full beard shave. I’ll knock everything down evenly and line it up to make his beard look a little more full and shapely.”

- Chris Reese

Chris Reese Barber Lounge at V Collection & V Couture

“I feel great. This experience was really relaxing. I haven’t been to a barber shop in about 17 years and I forgot how good it feels.” - Michal T. Hamilton 8

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Style Guide

Beard Oil 101

Stay well-groomed during #NoShaveNovember

“I’m always looking for improvement in my style. I was first really inspired by watching Prince. His attire and style was on point.”

- Michal T. Hamilton

B

eards have a way of growing on us. While now considered fashionable, beards have a hairy history of making a man appear unkempt and poorly groomed.

Make sure your facial hair looks as sexy and as masculine as it truly is by keeping it groomed and tidy with beard oils and balms.

Moisturizing both the hair and the skin beneath, beard oils and balms keep facial hair flake-free and smelling fresh. Apply in the morning, after showering or washing your face, and massage the product into your beard.

Your best bet is to buy local handmade products to bring the best out of your beard.

Here are six local picks and where to find them: WeatherBeard Supply Co. In 2015, Wapakoneta, OH resident Cory Weatherbee grew his interest in essential oils into a businesses built for the bushiest beards. Using 100% pure carrier oils that nourish skin and facial hair, WeatherBeard offers an assortment of beard grooming products, such as creamy beard whips, waxy balms, washes, and oils, all made with spicy, warm and inviting scents. Find Weatherbee’s products online at weatherbeardsupply.com or locally at Handmade Toledo (1717 Adams St.) and La Moda barber shop (1467 Secor Rd.).

Glass City Gentleman Supply Co. Toledoan Tyler Mitchell began selling his beard oil and conditioner in 2016. Since then he’s added solid cologne and an attractive handmade beard comb, featuring a sandalwood handle and ox horn teeth, to his line up. Shop for his products online at glasscitygentleman.etsy.com

dropdead grooming An offshoot of Detroit’s popular Cellar Door Bath Supply Co., dropdead grooming began bringing the intoxicating scents of the soap and candlemaker to the market in June of 2016. Discover scents like vetiver + red cedar and birchwood + spiced rum in the brand’s premium beard oils, balms, and mustache waxes. Shop online at dropdeadgrooming. com or locally at Handmade Toledo (1717 Adams St.) and La Moda barber shop (1467 Secor Rd.).

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Detroit Beard Collective Since 2014, this boutique retailer has produced high quality facial hair maintenance and grooming products, like conditioning and styling balms, butters, oils, shampoo and conditioner combinations, mustache wax, combs, and other beard care products. Shop online at detroitbeardcollective.com and browse their affordable boxes and crates, or locally at Rooster’s Men’s Grooming Center (5300 Monroe St.).

“I love this French Blue. It’s a fantastic color. I’d wear this outfit to church, an award gala, or for community functions.

Typically, I dress differently depending on the occasion. If I’m going to work or a meeting for my community action group, The Junction Coalition, I just wear jeans and a tee shirt. If I’m attending a church service or going out dancing, I dress up more.”

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Detroit Grooming Co. Offering a product for every man— whether shaved, bearded, or in between— Detroit Grooming Co.’s handcrafted products are eco-friendly and high-quality. Their diverse catalog includes bear oils, pomades and butters, shaving products, combs, colognes, cleansers, soaps, shampoos, conditioners, and more. Shop online at detroitgrooming.com or locally at Handmade Toledo (1717 Adams St.).

Humble Since 2010, Jada and Eric Clingo of Holland, OH’s Humblebee Family Farm have made organic, non-GMO, hormone-and-antibiotic-free products for mind, body, bath and beard. Try their manly-scented beard oils and balms, and consider picking up deodorant, soap, and cologne in the scents. Shop online at humblebeefamilyfarm.com or locally at Handmade Toledo (1717 Adams St.). cont’d on p10

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Kick Up Your Feet Put your best foot forward with bold socks

Designer Marc Jacobs once said, “To me, clothing is a form of self-expression— there are hints about who you are in what you wear.”

Curious about other creative accessories? Find fashionable items, created by indie artists, at Handmade Toledo:

When it comes to hinting at who you are, we can’t think of any trend better than flashy, playful socks.

First appearing on the runways around 2008, the current, massively-hyped trend of fashion socks have transformed from a quirky accessory worn by sartorialists into an eccentric choice for men of all ages.

Not only are the socks an easy way to inject personality into a standard outfit, they serve as sort of a gateway drug for men’s fashion— guys who are not typically interested in style and noticing the difference a bold choice can make.

“We’ve never been complimented on our socks before now,” says Scott Bonnick, the manager of Ticknors Men’s Clothier. “When you wear a fun pair of socks and sit down, people notice them. The style adds a little fine tuning, a little edge and a little personality.

We don’t even carry subtle socks anymore in the store. Everything is bold.”

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Kick up your foot game with a few tips: Go dark. We all know the ennui often stirred by mismatched, yellow-stained white tube socks.

If you aren’t ready to cover your feet with M.C. Escher prints, consider opting for plain black dress socks, which stay safe, clean, easy and traditional.

Texture matters. Step into the realm of fashion with solid socks that offer a bit of texture.

Find ribbed socks in neutral colors, and consider picking up pairs in luxe fabrics, like silk, wool, or nylon and polyester blends.

Traditional patterns still have their place. Stripes, polka dots and argyle are three timeless patterns. It’s a step up from plain colors, but not bold enough to call attention.

Coordinate colors. Picking the right color can be difficult. While a gutsy pop of contrasting color can be attractive, it’s a courageous choice that should only be made be men whose fashion exists outside the bounds of our advice. Still learning? Pick your sock color based on another color that you’re wearing above the belt. If your tie has a strong red in it, complement the color with socks in a similar hue.

Great gifts. While ties can get pricey, even the most fashionable sock won’t break the bank, which makes this men’s accessory the perfect present.

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1 Where to buy: V Collection (5630 Main St., Sylvania) and V Couture (123 W. Indiana Ave., Perrysburg) carry a curated collection of the brand Happy Socks.

Neil’s Men’s Shop (Ottawa Hills Shopping Center, 4326 W. Central Ave.) offers cashmere socks— the ultimate gift.

The Art Supply Depo (29 S. St. Clair St.) sells humorous, durable and high-quality cotton socks featuring from the brand Blue Q (pictured above).

Ticknors Men’s Clothier (Franklin Park Mall) has an assortment of colorful, bold and patterned dress socks.

Get your fill with these cool wood veneered flasks from Autumn Summer.

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Don’t let a stodgy white dress shirt kill your style. Toledo’s Crave Jewelry Design cufflinks will keep you buttoned up.

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Whether it’s a lesson from history, a source of inspiration, or a classic piece of literature, books have the power to spark curiosity and conversation.

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By Eric Hehl

A longstanding Toledo icon, Mancy’s Ideal, has a renovated look with emphasis on their roots, by reopening the doors (of the former Revolution Grill), inviting the hungry and curious to come and experience the tradition that started in 1921. The Ideal, the Mancy restaurant family’s fifth location, is a throwback to the original eatery which established Mancy’s as a Toledo tradition, almost 100 years ago.

An old-fashioned Sidecar, made contemporary.

“No shortcuts”

The low-lit atmosphere provides a relaxed ambience, punctuated by smooth and classic music, and enough, but not too many TV’s, allowing conversation at a comfortable level, setting the tone for a fun evening out with friends, or family. The staff is friendly, attentive, and is very enthusiastic about the local sources for the seasonal beverages and ingredients.

As a local establishment, The Ideal places a strong focus on locally grown and harvested materials for their meal preparation. Gus Mancy, the eldest of this generation of restaurateurs states, “…we believe in preserving this family heritage by using local, seasonal and sustainable food and traditional cooking methods with no shortcuts.” Judging by the presentation of the food selections, as well as the craft and skill required

An Ideal classic, the 3-Deck Club Sandwich, piled high with shaved chicken, bacon, lettuce, tomato and mayo on toast.

Locally known, locally grown

Michigan’s Otto Farms provides the chicken for this southern-style favorite. to prepare these dishes, the only thing Mancy’s is cutting short are the prices.

“We really want to focus everything into that $8-$21 range. There are some great side dishes available, everything chef Hours: Mon - made Sat •from 9am-7pm driven, everything scratch,” | Gus adds.

Gus says that in planning the current menu, and looking back at the original Mancy’s Ideal, there was no need for great concern about ingredients being natural or organic. “They were buying fish from Lake Erie, They were buying local; the sausage maker, the milk man, the person delivering their eggs, all local businesses back then. So, we’re really stepping out and really modelling that method and technique. We’re purchasing things to mimic what they were doing 50 Sun • 11am-5pm years ago.”

Covering a variety of tastes, the entrée selection ranges from pleasure foods like fried chicken, and cheese burgers, to the finer pan-fried cod, raw oysters, or veal cutlet, rounded out with staples like a fullcut Mancy’s sirloin steak and potatoes. Each dish seems to be a carefully crafted offering consistent with the Ideal’s presentation as a laid-back, yet mature dining choice, which lends itself to a nice evening out, or even a first date.

A glass of wine, and thou

For those looking for a few drinks after work, the drink menu contains an impressive variety of red and white wines, imported both from Napa Valley, as well as several locations in Europe, including France, Italy, Spain, and Portugal. There are more than a dozen locally-crafted beers, including a fantastic seasonal Oktoberfest, and a cocktail menu that pays tribute to the prohibition era mixtures, while keeping a modern-day flair.

Mancy’s Ideal is a blend of historic tradition and culture, mixed with an upscale, professional presentation, resulting in a dining experience that stays true to the Mancy’s family heritage, and to Toledo itself.

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Q 105.5 Toledo & Toledo Northwestern Ohio Food Bank are helping feed families for the holidays by collecting non-perishable items. From 4-7pm, enjoy a “Wines for the Feast” tasting with selections for turkey, ham, or beef holiday dinners. The collection runs through November 11. 6am-6pm.

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Saturday 11.11

5th Annual Taco Eating Contest El Tipico

Show just how much you love tacos at the annual Taco Eating contest, where you’ll get to enjoy some yummy tacos while raising funds. Proceeds benefit Compassion Health Toledo. 13 and older. Check online for waiver, registration, and rules. 12:30-3pm. $25/ entry fee to reserve spot. 1444 South Ave., 419-3820661. facebook.com/eltipicotoledo

Tuesday 11.14

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Enjoy a special decorating class just in time to learn some tricks and techniques for the holiday season.

18+ only. Space is limited, so reserve your spot now.

6-7:30pm. $35/person. 2858 W. Sylvania Ave., 419472-4959.

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Saturday 11.18

Harvest of Thanks The Premier

The Toledo Northwestern Ohio Food Bank hosts their annual night of dinner, dancing, and drinks, with an auction, and live music by Byron in Motion. 6pmmidnight. $175/ticket. 4480 Heatherdowns Blvd., 419-242-5000. toledofoodbank.org

Tastings Thursday 11.9

The Wines of Kurt Darting Tasting The Bottle Shop at Mancy’s Italian

Featured winemaker of November Kurt Darting will sample a selection of wines from the Darting vineyard. 5:30-7:30pm. Pours begin at $3. 5453 Monroe St., 419-824-2463. facebook.com/bottleshopmig

Friday 11.10

Ladies Night Nature’s Corner at Glass City Landscape

An evening of shopping and wine tasting awaits, with special deals on the unique items at the Garden Store/ Christmas Shop. Zinful will be offering a variety of sparkling wines and champagnes. 5-8pm. Prices vary. 6036 Angola Rd., Holland. 419-866-0420. facebook.com/mynaturescorner

Thank a Veteran Beer Tasting The Bottle Shop at Mancy’s Italian

Veterans and active duty military receive a complimentary beer tasting and half off growler at this event honoring troops for their service. 5:30-7:30pm. Prices vary.

5453 Monroe St., 419-824-2463. facebook.com/bottleshopmig

Saturday 11.11

Pinot Noir Walt Churchill’s Market

Taste a selection of delicious red wines, made from Vitis Vinifera grapes. 2-6pm. Prices vary.

3320 Briarfield Blvd., Maumee. 419-794-4000. waltchurchillsmarket.com

Monday 11.13

A Taste of Italy: Wine Tasting Rosie’s Italian Grille

Ann Kisin of Vintage Wine Distributor will guide you through various regions of Italy and their finest wines and you snack on Italian treats. Reserve your spot now. 6:30-9pm. $40/person. 606 N. McCord Rd., 419-866-5007. facebook.com/rosiesitaliangrille

Thursday 11.16

Perrysburg Holiday Stroll / LaMarca Prosecco Event Zinful

During the Perrysburg Holiday Stroll, stop by Zinful to sample selections from Berman Wines, enjoy wares from various vendors, and even create your own label. LaMarca Prosecco will be featured.

4-9:30pm. Prices vary.

218 Louisiana Ave., Perrysburg. 419-931-9946.

Beaujolais Nouveau Walt Churchill’s Market

Celebrate the French tradition of Nouveau Day with a selection of this year’s Beaujolais. 2-6pm. Prices vary.

3320 Briarfield Blvd., Maumee. 419-794-4000. waltchurchillsmarket.com

Friday 11.17

Port and Thanksgiving Wines Tasting Zinful

Enjoy a special tasting hosted by Diana Kerr Brown from Vintner Select, featuring a variety of Thanksgiving wines as well as Kopke Port. 5-10pm.

Prices vary. 218 Louisiana Ave., Perrysburg.

419-931-9946. Check Facebook for details.

Beers For Feasting at The Bottle Shop The Bottle Shop at Mancy’s Italian

Find the perfect brew for turkey day at this special tasting celebrating the best beers of the season.

5:30-7:30pm. Prices vary. 5453 Monroe St., 419-824-2463. facebook.com/bottleshopmig

Nouveau and Other “New Wines” Walt Churchill’s Market

Enjoy a variety of delicious new wines, including Beaujolais Nouveau, made with grapes harvested only weeks ago. 4-7pm. Prices vary. 26625 Dixie Hwy., Perrysburg.

419-872-6900. waltchurchillsmarket.com

Saturday 11.18

Last Stop at the Bottle Shop The Bottle Shop at Mancy’s Italian

On Saturday, November 18 and Wednesday, November 22, there will be wine and beer samplings all day. Stop in to stock up on brews and wines for Thanksgiving. 11am-9pm. 5453 Monroe St., 419-824-2463. facebook.com/bottleshopmig

Turkey Wines Walt Churchill’s Market

The staff will act as your Thanksgiving sommeliers, showing you a selection of great wines that pair well with turkey and other holiday treats. 2-6pm.

Prices vary. 3320 Briarfield Blvd., Maumee. 419794-4000. waltchurchillsmarket.com

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What a pair

Food and wine pairing isn’t as easy as reading an online article boasting “all the tips you need”— it’s a science. Learn from Tricia Rasar, Bottle Shop wine director, during a Food & Wine Pairing Seminar, providing an introduction to wine and food pairing, with a focus on popular holiday dishes. Class size limited to 10, please register in advance. $40/per person. $35/wine club members. 6-8pm.

Tuesday, November 14. Bottle Shop at Mancy’s Italian, 5453 Monroe St., 419-824-2463. facebook.com/bottleshopmig —AC

Get out of your shell

While conservation is probably not the first thing that comes to mind when you enter a bar, The Toledo Zoo and Black Cloister Brewing Company want you to get out of your shell during Taps for Turtles: Local Brews for Local Species.

Hear from conservation biologist Dr. Matt Cross during this benefit for Turtle Conservation and Toledo Zoo’s AAZK Chapter. For a tour of the brewery, opt for a VIP ticket.

General: $16/in advance, $20/at the door. VIP: $30/in advance, $35/at the door. 7pmmidnight. Wednesday, November 8. Black Cloister Brewing Company, 619 Monroe St., 419-214-1500. toledozoo.org/tapsforturtles

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Seasonably scary

One of London’s West End Theatre’s longest-running plays, The Woman in Black makes its way to The Valentine Theatre’s Studio A, a black box venue. Suspenseful, Victorian, and oh-so-seasonably scary, this gothic nightmare, directed

by Elizabeth Cottle, tells the tale of a young attorney who visits the haunted, turn-of-the-20th-century estate of a recently deceased widow. $20. 8pm, Friday-Saturday. 2pm, Sunday.

November 10-12. Valentine Theatre Studio A, 410 Adams St., 419-242-ARTS (2787). valentinetheatre.com

Playwright Eric Pfeffinger (left), a Toledoian for over a decade, will debut his first play set primarily in Toledo, Human Error.

The two couples could not be more dissimilar. One is conservative, the other liberal. They come from completely different social classes. One couple loves the University of Michigan, while the other two are die-hard OSU supporters.

A quirk of science throws these two pairs together and forces them to deal with one another in Human Error, Toledo area playwright Eric Pfeffinger’s new comedy, making its area debut at the Toledo Repertoire Theatre on Friday, November 17 for a one-weekend run.

“It’s about two couples who couldn’t have less in common, politically or culturally, who find themselves thrown together when a mix-up at the fertility clinic accidentally implants one couple’s embryo in the other couple’s uterus,” Pfeffinger said. “And they find themselves trying to find a way to live with each other for nine months, maintaining a relationship during that time, until the baby is born.”

A serious comedy

“I would describe it as a kind of serious comedy, in the sense that it’s not really farce,” said director F. Scott Regan. “It’s basically a comedy, but it has serious elements, thoughtful aspects and reflections on society, as well.”

Mining comedy and insight from unlikely situations has been a trademark of Pfeffinger’s work. He’s tinkered with the idea of a show based on a fertility mishap for a while, but as the script took shape over the past few years (through various workshops and readings around the country) he found it became less about the actual events of the story and more an observation about the increasingly divided state of our society, as people retreat into their own “ideological echo chambers.”

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Brought Together

by Human Error Toledo playwright’s comedy explores divisive culture

by Jeff McGinnis

“I did begin working on it several years ago, and I remember thinking at the time, ‘Gosh, this feels really relevant right now, ripped from current headlines almost. Gosh, I hope that I can find an opportunity to get it produced before this situation goes away.’ I was concerned that we were all going to stop being intolerant of one another, and start being tolerant of other political viewpoints. And fortunately, that situation has not seemed to have improved at all,” Pfeffinger said wryly.

Getting away with murder isn’t supposed to be easy, and it’s certainly not supposed to be fun. Yet, the 2014 Tony Award winner for Best Musical, A Gentleman’s Guide to Love & Murder, makes one man’s goal of killing eight relatives (all played by one actor) tragically hilarious. See how to secure one’s inheritance of the family fortune in this unique musical. $28-$88. 7:30pm: Thursday, November 9. 8pm: Friday, November 10. 2pm & 8pm: Saturday, November 11. 2pm & 7:30pm: Sunday, November 12.

Stranahan Theater, 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd., 1-866-381-7469. broadwayintoledo.com

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Knock ’em dead

Gangsters, gamblers and girls

Big Apple gangsters, gamblers and characters of the underworld will head to the River Raisin Centre for the Arts for the 1950’s musical favorite Guys and Dolls. Hear memorable music from the famous Broadway comedy during the weekend run. $18-$25. 7:30pm, Friday-Saturday. 3pm, Sunday. November 10-12. River Raisin Centre for the Arts, 114 S. Monroe St., Monroe, MI. 734-242-RRCA. riverraisincentre.org —AC

Open-minded

The play is set in the Toledo area, which is unusual for Pfeffinger, despite the fact that he’s lived here for over a decade.

“It felt completely right because I do encounter people across the ideological spectrum— in my work, at my kids’ school, in my neighborhood.”

Human Error can be seen as a work in progress— Regan noted how the playwright has been very hands-on, attending rehearsals and tinkering with the script as the show takes shape. It will probably continue to evolve as a full Equity production is slated for Denver next year. Regan notes that he hopes attendees come away with a smile and being more open-minded toward their fellow Toledoans.

“Like all comedy, it kind of shows us our own foibles, by watching people up on stage, and saying ‘I’m not like that, or maybe I am like that,’” Regan explains.

“So it’s kind of a collaboration with the audience as well, they’re going to be able to come away with a new openness.” $20. November 17-19. 8pm, Friday and Saturday. 2:30pm, Sunday.

The Toledo Repertoire Theatre, 16 10th St., 419-243-9277. toledorep.org

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No umbrellas required

The sight of Gene Kelly gleefully dancing during a downpour remains one of cinema’s most joyful moments. Relive the majesty of the musical classic Singing In the Rain on the big screen at the Valentine Theatre. This 1952 classic tells the comedic-yet-tingedwith-tragedy story of a film production company at the end of the Roaring ‘20s trying to make the difficult transition from silent films to talkies. $5. 7:30pm. Friday, November 10.

The Valentine Theatre, 410 Adams St., 419-242-2787. valentinetheatre.com —JW

Get your film in front of a judge

Are you a filmmaker? The 3rd annual Glass City Film Festival (GCFF), presented by the Ohio Theatre and The Arts Commission, is currently accepting local and international film submissions for the juried festival, to be held May 17-20, 2018.

Categories include feature film, narrative short, documentary short, and local film for the Spotlight on Local Film program.

Submissions are due by December 22. For rules, regulations, and additional info, see online atglasscityfilmfestival.com — AC

Fight the power

Upon essayist and social critic James Baldwin’s untimely death in 1987, the Notes of a Native Son author left behind an unfinished manuscript titled Remember This House.

Composed of Baldwin’s memories and recollections of the lives of his late friends Malcolm X, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and Medgar Evers, the unfinished memoir was adapted for the screen by filmmaker Raoul Peck into the documentary I Am Not Your Negro, which was nominated for an Academy Award, is a powerful examination of the Civil Rights movement, recounting what’s been accomplished, as well as serving as a sickening reminder of just how much further we need to go. Reservations required. 6pm reception, 7pm film. Friday, November 10.

Toledo Museum of Art Little Theater, 2445 Monroe St., 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free —JW

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Ringing the bell

W. Kamau Bell just may be one of the coolest people alive today. Not only is this Emmywinning host of CNN’s The United Shades of America one of the world’s most incisive social critics, but he’s also a right funny fellow and the author of the bestselling The Awkward Thoughts of W. Kamau Bell: Tales of a 6’ 4”, African American, Heterosexual, Cisgender, Left-Leaning, Asthmatic, Black and Proud Blerd, Mama’s Boy, Dad, and Stand-Up Comedian. Plus, you have to love a man who hosts a podcast titled “Denzel Washington is the Greatest Actor of All Time Period.” (It’s on iTunes. Go download it. Now.) Hear his so-true-they’re-painful observations and witticisms during W. Kamau Bell’s Authors! Authors! event. $15. 7-10pm.

Thursday, November 16. Stranahan Theater, 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd., 419-259-5266. toledolibrary.org

She’s Super

Problems? Go Ask Angela.

By Emily Modrowski

Love is a battlefield

No one said love was easy— and more often than not, it is anything but. Just ask local author and retired educator Christopher Werkman, who examines the highs and lows of the mysterious force called “love” in his new book Girlfriending: A Collection of Stories. Werkman, whose work has appeared in literary magazines across the United States, has also published two novels. Sometime during that prolific writing period, he managed to find time to teach in the Washington Local School District for 30 years. An anthology of unforgettable stories, both fiction and nonfiction, Girlfriending will receive its grand unveiling with a book release party at 2pm Sunday, November 12. Gathering Volumes, 196 E. S. Boundary St., Perrysburg. 567-336-6188. gatheringvolumes.com Free —JW

Toledoan Shawna Shepherd’s indie comic, Super Angela, empowers girls and supports children.

Peter Parker leads a secret superhero life, much like Toledo’s largely unknown group of comic book writers.

Super Angela, an indie comic book written by Old West End resident Shawna Shepherd, incorporates artwork done by community members.

Shepherd sat down with us to talk about her creation and how giving back to her community is an important part of the process.

Tell us a little bit about the storyline: When I was little I used to love to choose stories, but I wanted to put a different twist on it instead of flipping to page numbers. You can see [by the artwork] it’s either classic comic book art style, which is one reality, or it goes into bright, modern artwork which is another reality. The broken screens are her reality, what Angela’s seeing, or maybe what we’re seeing we don’t really know yet. So there’s two stories going on at once. You’re choosing if you believe her or not, basically.

So you do all the writing? Everything but the poem. My best friend, she’s a beautiful poetess out of Sacramento, wrote it and she’s gonna be featured in each story. I was trying to do something different; this was the first time, that I know of, a true poetess was in a comic.

And you were the one who came up with this whole story line?

Yes, and then I just kind of got the team together. I’ve never done comic book writing before, like I did journalism and short stories, but I’m a

comic book geek and I was like “Why can’t I do this?” It was a painstaking process; it took about two years to put together.

Where did you get the inspiration for Angela? I wanted to do something like Life of Pi and A Beautiful Mind; I always wanted to do this twist, and I always had a female lead. I love red hair and I go through these phases where I dye my hair bright, crimson red. That’s the reason she has red hair.

brings Sharing small plates together friends and families in true Hajjar style

You donate 25 percent of profits sold to art supplies for children, right?

Yeah, and we did a few pop-up things like at Walmart when parents would come to buy school supplies we were like “We got that!” so we were doing the pay it forward.

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I know you donate part of the profits to art supplies; do you work with any specific schools? Not really, I’m planning on doing a comic book day at a Bedford school. I’m gonna bring preprinted panels in and teach the kids about comic book art.

How did you find your team?

I met them through Dirk Manning, who is my Yoda; he’s my mentor in all of this. I pretty much took Dirk’s team, now that I’m thinking about it.

Where can people buy Super Angela?

Seann’s Anime and Comics. They are $5 a piece.

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Not your child’s fingerpaint

Have you ever painted without a paint brush?

We’re not talking about covering your fingers in acrylic paints— we’re talking watercolors.

Learn how you can incorporate unconventional tools, like a credit card, potters’ tools, twigs, air and gravity, into watercolor works during a two-part workshop, Watercolor Without Brushes, at The Art Supply Depo. Try out your tools in the first session, then use your knowledge during the second session to create a painting based on a sketch. Registration and supplies required.

See online for specifics. $60. 11am-2pm.

Fridays, November 10 and 17. The Art Supply Depo, 29 S. St. Clair St., 419-720-6462. artsupplydepo.com

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… act like a Late Roman— extravagant, glossy and glittering with gold. Get a sense of the art history of Late Roman masterpieces during the Toledo Museum of Art’s next exhibit, Glorious Splendor: Treasures of Early Christian Art. See 30 ornate and precious masterpieces never before publicly displayed, with a focus on the the period from the second century B.C. to the seventh century. Observe the growth of Christianity in Rome, and how the religious iconography impacted the style, media and technique of the period. Opens Saturday, November 18. On view through February 18, 2018.

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

If you can’t DIY— just buy

For the past few years, most of my holiday shopping has been done in a full-on, Supermarket Sweepstakes-style fugue state during Maker’s Mart. Since the mart features more than 100 handmade vendors, you can always find something super cute and absolutely perfect for everyone on your list. Prepare for the gift-giving season during the Handmade Toledo’s 2017 Maker’s Mart: Holiday Edition. Sip local coffee, craft cocktails and beer, munch on goodies from Toledo food trucks, and shop the semi-annual, one-day indie craft fair. $1. 10am-8pm. Saturday, November 11. Handmade Toledo, 1717 Adams St., 419-214-1717. handmadetoledo.com

Land of landscapes

Online art instructor and painter Tim Gagnon has visited from Maine to showcase his detailed, realistic and picturesque landscape paintings in a solo show at the American Frame Showroom, on view through November 30. In addition to the exhibit, American Frame has partnered with Gagnon to create a collection of frames specifically designed to complement landscape paintings. An internationally-recognized artist and instructor, Gagnon has taught more than 10,000 people. In 2012, Gagnon was named one of the Top 50 Artists of the year by Arts Business News and was chosen out of a field of 700 artists as the winner of the 2011 Art Expo Challenge. American Frame Showroom, 400 Tomahawk Dr., Maumee. 419-887-8030. americanframe.com timgagnonart.com Free

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Since ancient Egypt, artists have used hot beeswax, pigment and resin to create gorgeous encaustic paintings. A difficult medium, the style has faded out of popularity over the years, but Perrysburg artist Christine Deemer is bringing it back. See how Deemer juxtaposes a contemporary, hyperrealistic aesthetic with this ancient art to create images of ocean waves during her solo exhibit, Hot Wax, Cool Waters: Encaustic Paintings by Christine Deemer, at the Perrysburg Municipal Building. On view through January 5. 207 W. Indiana Ave., 419-902-2782. mainart-ery.com Free —AC

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Community Conversations Upcoming Dates Tuesday, Nov. 14, 2017 6–7:30pm, Toledo Museum of Art Green Room Monday, Dec. 4, 2017 6–7:30pm, Mott Branch Library, Meeting Room A Tuesday, Dec. 5, 2017 6–7:30pm, Mott Branch Library, Meeting Room B

Building On Creativity

Clockwise, beginning in the top left corner. Residence along Collingwood Blvd., the Historic Bartley Mansion, Museum Place Apartments on Monroe Street, residence along Collingwood Blvd., and Museum Place Apartments on Monroe Street.

TMA seeks to brush up the Old West End

By Eric Hehl For a mere ten dollars, the cost of a lunchtime meal, The Toledo Museum of Art was able to purchase the Museum Residences, a group of five buildings situated close together on Collingwood and Monroe, which include the Lincoln Suites, and the historic Bartley Mansion. The acquisition was finalized in March, and the Museum is now actively looking to ensure that the community has a voice in how the property is managed.

Conservation of community

With the previous owner in default, the Museum purchased the property, which includes the Lincoln Suites and the historic Bartley Mansion, from the Lucas County Land Bank. The acquisition was finalized in March, and the Museum is now soliciting input to ensure that the community has a voice in how the property is managed. Adam Levine, the Museum’s Associate Director, explained that this idea-gathering phase will likely take upwards of a year.

Ultimately deciding on a plan may take as long as three years.

With peeling paint, rotting wood and missing patches of sidewalk, the buildings have fallen into some visible disrepair, which has cost the taxpayers of Toledo millions of dollars over the years. Levine views the acquisition of the property as an important act of stewardship both for, and as a part of, the community.

“The opportunity to acquire the Museum Place Residences has been part of the Toledo Museum of Art’s redevelop-

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ment discussions since winter of 2015.

The vision is to redevelop the properties by bringing them up to code, and utilizing the buildings for the benefit of the Museum, as well as our neighbors and guests,” says Emily Rippe Desmond, Communications & Public Relations Specialist for the Toledo Museum of Art.

A palette of many possibilities

Together, the buildings contain 62 apartment units, though only a portion are currently occupied by tenants.

Possibilities that have been suggested include renting the units to local artists as personal studio space, opening them for commercial opportunities and providing market-rate apartments.

“This is a community project that requires community input,” says Desomd. “During the next few months, our public conversations hope to generate thoughtful discussions and ideas for how to optimize the use of the property for residents, Museum members and visitors, and the community at large.

While the Museum will have final say on future redevelopment of the properties, we take into thoughtful consideration the ideas and themes being discussed at our open-to-the-public meetings.”

Ten community conversations will be held by the Museum over the coming months to solicit feedback for this development. The meetings will culminate in a project summary and findings report, both to be published in May, 2018.

For more information, visit toledomuseum.org

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Wednesday 11.15 Thursday 11.9

Painting with Donna: Holiday Ornament - Paint a pallet board holiday

ornament with artist Donna Ebert. All materials provided, as well as one complimentary glass of wine. Reservations required. 6-9pm. $50. Schedel Arboretum & Gardens, 19255 W Portage River S Rd., Elmore. 419-862-3182. schedel-gardens.org

Wine and Design - Turn a wine bottle into a jolly Santa Claus, perfect for a festive decoration this holiday season. All supplies provided, as well as appetizers and a glass of wine or craft beer. Space is limited, registration required.

6:30-8:30pm. $40/person. Majestic Oak Winery, 13554 Mohler Rd., Grand Rapids. 419-875-6474.

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Saturday 11.11

Collage Workshop - Dani Herrera leads

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a class where fabric, paper, and provided patterns will be used to create a unique collage. Noon. $30. Hands-On Studio at Toledo Botanical Garden, 5403 Elmer Dr., 419-902-6800. facebook.com/HandsOnStudio

Sunday 11.12

Polymer Clay Elf Ornaments - Catherine

Mouch Steinman leads a class on polymer clay ornaments. These little elves will look great on your tree. All materials provided. 4-6pm. $30. Hands-On Studio at Toledo Botanical Garden, 5403 Elmer Dr., 419-902-6800. facebook.com/HandsOnStudio

Etching And Aquatint Printmaking With A Press - Professional printmaker Ian

Welch shows you how to create copper plate etchings with the rosin aquatint process. Some supplies needed. Will be traveling to Pegboard Press for the second part of the workshop.

Noon-5pm (approximate end time). $65. The Art Supply Depo, 29 S. St. Clair St., 419-720-6462.

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Tuesday 11.14

Brownbag Lunchtime Art Workshop: Jewelry - Two 45-minute session comprise

this workshop, where you’ll learn to make your own unique jewelry. Register online. Tuesday, November 14 and Thursday, November 16 12-12:45pm. $30. University of Toledo Department of Art, 2801 W Bancroft St., 419-530-8300. utoledo.edu/al/svpa/art/galleries/artworkshops

Colored Pencil For Artwork + Coloring Books - Learn tips and techniques

for colored pencil art by creating your own or using a coloring book, with instructor Dianne Pinkelman. For beginner and intermediate levels.

Some materials required. 11am-1pm. $25. The Art Supply Depo, 29 S. St. Clair St., 419-720-6462.

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Canvas & Cocktails: Silent Night

Bring some friends to this workshop led by Sherry Schroeder, where you’ll paint a festive snowman scene. BYOB, beverages, or snacks. 6:30-9pm. $35/ adult, $25/ages 14 and under. 2215 Laurel Valley Dr., 419-410-3216. facebook.com/artmattersltd

Thursday 11.16

Painting, Coffee, and Cupcakes -

Make an adorable wooden pumpkin door hanger that will look great all autumn, while snacking on coffee and sweet treats. Space is limited, registration required at popitpaintit.com. 5-7pm. $35. Glass City Cupcakes, 3326 Glanzman Rd., 419-316-7202. facebook.com/glasscitycupcakes

Friday 11.17

Nathine G. Smith Benefit Exhibition

The UT School of Visual and Performing Arts presents alumnus Nathine G. Smith’s captivating mixed media artwork and Smith’s Fund for Artistic Achievement at a benefit exhibit. Proceeds from art sales will benefit the Department of Art. Runs through January 5. University of Toledo Sullivan Hall, 2801 W Bancroft St., 419-530-8300. utoledo.edu/al/svpa. Free

Saturday 11.18

Gem Tree - Instructor Lucette Parker-Jones will show you how to create a beautiful wire and gem tree trinket. All materials provided.

1-3pm. $30. Hands-On Studio at Toledo Botanical Garden, 5403 Elmer Dr., 419-902-6800. facebook.com/HandsOnStudio

Tuesday 11.21

Intro To Soft Pastel Workshops - Mary

Jane Erard leads the class in soft pastel basics and techniques. All materials provided. 6-8pm. $35. The Art Supply Depo, 29 S. St. Clair St., 419-720-6462. Artsupplydepo.com

Needle Felted Landscape - Colored wool

and felting needles are all you need to create a lovely felted landscape. Christie Clark instructs.

All materials provided. 6-8:30pm. $30. Hands-On Studio at Toledo Botanical Garden, 5403 Elmer Dr., 419-902-6800. facebook.com/HandsOnStudio

Ongoing

Artableness Exhibit - A group exhibition

of gallery-represented artists includes paintings, drawings, and ceramics of all styles and themes.

Runs through Friday, November 10. 10-6pm Tuesday-Friday. 10am-3pm Saturday. Hudson Gallery, 5645 N. Main St., Sylvania. 419-885-8381. hudsongallery.net. Free

Fired Up: Contemporary Glass by Women Artists - Come see over 50 works by

brilliant, celebrated women in the world of glass art. Runs through March 2018. 10am-4pm Tuesday and Wednesday, 10am-9pm Thursday and Friday, 10am-5pm Saturday, noon-5pm Sunday. Glass Pavilion at Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St., 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org. Free

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Jazz artist Galen Bundy is joined by five other musicians for the new experimental endeavor, Project 206.

Project 206

Jazz, fusion, and electronic music all rolled into one

By Michael Pierce Take a listen to Project 206, and you’ll be taken for a ride. Expect the unexpected. This album is chock full of musical arrangements that take the listener from one spectrum to another— all with a superb cohesion that can only be achieved by those who have a deep understanding and appreciation for jazz and electronic music.

They moved pretty quickly once they got in the studio. “We did a lot of rehearsal to get this stuff together,” says Bundy.

“Structure-wise, the majority of it was put together before we went into the studio. With almost everything, there was very little overdubbing. I think we did about three takes of each song and did it all in one day.”

Galen Bundy is the mastermind behind Project 206, having done all of the writing and arranging for this album. “I’ve wanted to put together a bigger group for a while— taking in a lot of electronic influences and blending composition for two or more organs,” he says. “So I started writing and piecing it together, over about a year or so.”

Aside from a heavy jazz influence, this album “reaches back to prog and fusion people as well as younger people who are more into electronic music,” Bundy explains.

The sextet

Aside from Bundy, the group, also called Project 206, is rounded out with Ben Wolkins on trumpet, David Mirarchi on alto and baritone saxophone, Johannes Ronquillo on bass, and Travis Aukerman and Jon Taylor on drums.

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A 2015 graduate of Bowling Green State University, Bundy studied jazz piano and was classically trained under Dr. George Lucktenberg. After graduating, he moved to Ypsilanti to further his craft. “We play a lot in Detroit and Ann Arbor,” he says. “The reception and the scene up here for this kind of music has been very nice.”

Though now a Michigan resident, Bundy stays active in Toledo where he plays keyboards for Hope United Methodist Church and also plays piano for the Art Tatum Jazz Society. At BGSU, he occasionally performs in concert as a guest pianist. But Project 206 is “the project I’ve been wanting to put together for some time,” says Bundy. The name comes from his new Ypsilanti address, which is also the group’s rehearsal space. They performed a release show at the Glass Pavilion in September and their next show will be in February, at the Kerrytown Concert House in Ann Arbor.

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Highlighted events indicates our picks for the week

wed, NOV 8 ACOUSTIC, FOLK

Ye Olde Durty Bird: Ben Barefoot & Frank May Ye Olde Cock n’ Bull: Danny Mettler

JAZZ, BLUES, R&B

Sodbuster Bar: Ragtime Rick and His Chefs of Dixieland

ALTERNATIVE, PUNK

Frankie’s Inner City: Scream Blue Murder, Altered Perceptions, Unwill, Dethrone the Deceiver, Life Before Us

OTHER

Stone Soup Recording Studio: Ian Ethan Case: Live In-Studio Concert feat.

Percussionist Daniel Feldman Bier Stube: Karaoke & Lip Syncing Pat & Dandy’s: Name That Tune

thurs, NOV 9 ACOUSTIC, FOLK

Ye Olde Durty Bird: Chloe & The Steel Strings Record Release Ye Olde Cock n’ Bull: Captain Sweet Shoes Barr’s Public House: Jeff Stewart

ROCK, POP

The Blarney: Johnny Rod Hollywood Casino: Battle of the Bands

JAZZ, BLUES, R&B

Pub at Paula Brown Shop: Jason Quick Trio

COUNTRY & BLUEGRASS Manhattan’s: Kyle Smithers Swig: Muddy

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Papa’s Tavern: Open Jam Bier Stube: Karaoke & Lip Syncing

fri, NOV 10 ACOUSTIC, FOLK

Mail Pouch Saloon: Duet To-It Majestic Oak Winery: Mikes with Mics Swig: Dan Stewart Ye Olde Cock n’ Bull: Barile and May Sodbuster Bar: Andrew Ellis Barr’s Public House: Calen Savidge

ROCK, POP

Stella’s: Johnny Rod Table Forty4: The 25’s Bier Stube: BOFFO Bar 145: Jukebox Ye Olde Durty Bird: Jah Rule Ye Olde Cock n’ Bull: Bridges Howards Club H: Ben Barefoot and the Handshakes The Blarney: Toast & Jam

HIP HOP, ELECTRONIC, EXPERIMENTAL

Culture Clash Records: Advance Base, Sound of Ceres, O(f)verandas

ALTERNATIVE, PUNK

Ottawa Tavern: Salt Creek, Outside, Team Two, Take Weight Frankies: The Infinity Process, Reject the Silence, Melted Purple, Nuaudio, Lifeforce

COUNTRY & BLUEGRASS

Pub at Paula Brown Shop: Halfweed

OTHER

Bier Stube: Karaoke & Lip Syncing Boonie’s Roadhouse: Karaoke Night

sat, NOV 11 ACOUSTIC, FOLK

Route 64 Pub & Grub: Duet To-It Swig: Bob Stevens Sodbuster Bar: Cactus Jack Mail Pouch Saloon: Jeff Tucker Barr’s Public House: Muddy Binkley

ROCK, POP

Quimby’s: Johnny Rod Bar 145: Distant Cousinz Table Forty4: Dave Carpenter Trio Ye Olde Cock n’ Bull: Bridges Hollywood Casino: Live Wire - AC/DC Tribute Band Howards Club H: Zac Brunell, Nick Zoulek, Patchwork, Hard Bargains, Cricketbows

JAZZ, BLUES, R&B

Pub at Paula Brown Shop: Motown with Lady C Smoke Bar BQ: Johnny Reed & The House Rockers

ALTERNATIVE, PUNK

Frankies: The Journey: A Trip Back Through Time, Promise of Tomorrow, The Devil & The Executive, Tropic Bombs Ottawa Tavern: The American Spirits, Twin Frames, Discount Nostalgia, Secondhand Love Cuffs, Motel Stories The Blarney: Katie’s Randy Cat

COUNTRY & BLUEGRASS

Ye Olde Durty Bird: The Reese Daily Band

OTHER

Valentine Theatre: Veterans’ Salute with the Toledo Jazz Orchestra Bier Stube: Karaoke & Lip Syncing

sun, NOV 12 ACOUSTIC, FOLK

Art and Performance Center of West Toledo: Up Close Concerts presents: Patrick Lewandowski

ROCK, POP

Village Inn: Bobby May’s Open Jam Ye Olde Cock n’ Bull: Genre Ties

JAZZ, BLUES, R&B

Village Idiot: Bob Rex & Friends Ye Olde Durty Bird: Quartet Bernadette

OTHER

UT Center for Performing Arts: AllSteinway Gala The Ballroom Company: Latin Dance Party Bier Stube: Jam Night/Open Mic

mon, NOV 13

OTHER

Bier Stube: Karaoke & Lip Syncing

wed, NOV 15 ACOUSTIC, FOLK

Music Go Round: Up Close Concerts presents: Craig James Ackerman Ye Olde Durty Bird: Jonathan Rutter & Tyler Aukerman Ye Olde Cock n’ Bull: Danny Mettler

JAZZ, BLUES, R&B

Pub at Paula Brown Shop: Jazz with Box of Sol Sodbuster Bar: Ragtime Rick and His Chefs of Dixieland

ACOUSTIC, FOLK

Swig: Kyle White Ye Olde Cock n’ Bull: Captain Sweet Shoes The Blarney: Dave Carpenter Barr’s Public House: Dan Stewart

ROCK, POP

Hollywood Casino: Battle of the Bands

COUNTRY & BLUEGRASS

Ye Olde Durty Bird: Andrew Ellis

OTHER

Bier Stube: Karaoke & Lip Syncing Papa’s Tavern: Open Jam

fri, NOV 17 ACOUSTIC, FOLK

Sodbuster Bar: Duet To-It Table Forty4: Alan and Shane Swig: Michael Corwin Ye Olde Cock n’ Bull: Barile and May Mail Pouch Saloon: James Adkins Barr’s Public House: Gypsy Luvin’

ROCK, POP

Frankies: Minglewood Labor Camp, Stranger Danger, Boo Lee Crosser, A.S. Coomer Bier Stube: Mess With Emily Bar 145: Tricky Dick Ye Olde Cock n’ Bull: Black Swamp Rebels The Blarney: Organized K-OS Claddagh Irish Pub: Mike & Bob Culture Clash Records: Dad & Steve

JAZZ, BLUES, R&B

Ye Olde Durty Bird: William Brock Trio

ALTERNATIVE, PUNK

COUNTRY & BLUEGRASS

Bronze Boar: Kyle Smithers

tues, NOV 14 ACOUSTIC, FOLK

Pat & Dandy’s: Johnny Rodriguez

JAZZ, BLUES, R&B

Village Idiot: John Barile & Bobby May Ye Olde Durty Bird: Rob Storm / Frank May / Mark Sentle

COUNTRY & BLUEGRASS Rocky’s Bar: Kyle Smithers

Take in this rare matinee performance to show respect for Veterans during the Valentine Theatre Series: Veteran’s Salute. As a tribute the Toledo Jazz Orchestra will perform a “live” World War II radio broadcast with a surprise celebrity announcer. Additionally, the band will perform patriotic standards and the music of Les Brown, Glenn Miller, Tommy and Jimmy Dorsey, Benny Goodman, Artie Shaw, and more. $25-$35. 5pm. Saturday, November 11. Valentine Theatre, 425 N. St. Clair St., 419-242-2787. valentinetheatre.com

thurs, NOV 16

JAZZ, BLUES, R&B

COUNTRY & BLUEGRASS

Saturday, November 11

Bier Stube: Karaoke & Lip Syncing Pat & Dandy’s: Name That Tune

Ye Olde Durty Bird: The New Mondays with Ryan Roth

Village Idiot: Frankie May & Associates

World War II Jazz Broadcast

OTHER

Ottawa Tavern: Los Aztecas Howards Club H: Desiring Dead Flesh, Misunderstood, Gam Gam Buckmaster, Rough Regal

ACOUSTIC, FOLK

Pub at Paula Brown Shop: Old State Line Smoke Bar BQ: DC Taylor

OTHER

The Peristyle at TMA: Dvorak’s New World Huntington Center: Big Church Night Out Bier Stube: Karaoke & Lip Syncing Boonie’s Roadhouse: Karaoke Night

sat, NOV 18 ACOUSTIC, FOLK

Majestic Oak Winery: Free Wild Local Thyme Whitehouse: Duet To-It Swig: Melissa & Scott Mail Pouch Saloon: All Eyes on Steve Eyer Barr’s Public House: Captain Sweet Shoes

The most grand piano Saturday, November 11

Since 1853, Steinway & Sons has made the world’s best, and most famous, pianos. See a host of talented pianists, including Michael Boyd, Frances Renzi and others, during the University of Toledo Department of Music’s annual All-Steinway Gala. Expect a thrilling performance, with several pieces requiring more than four hands tickling the keys. Proceeds benefit UT’s effort to become an all-Steinway school. $20. 3-5pm. Sunday, November 12. Center for Performing Arts, 1910 W. Rocket Dr., 419-530-2787. utoledo.edu

Vinyl tap

Sunday, November 12.

Get into the groove and go analog during the Glass City Record Show. Buy, sell and trade tapes, 45s, 33s, 78s, CDs, DVDs, posters, T-shirts and more with local record collectors. Find crate-digger’s favorites and hunt for the rare releases you’ve been searching for during this one-day vinyl-palooza. A portion of the proceeds will go to the Puerto Rico Habitat for Humanity. $1. 10am-4pm.

Sunday, November 12. Knights of Columbus Hall, 4256 Secor Rd., 419-450-6255. glasscityrecordshow.com —AC

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ROCK, POP

mon, NOV 20

Table Forty4: Organize K-OS Bar 145: Radio Tokyo Ye Olde Cock n’ Bull: Last Born Sons Sodbuster Bar: GreenAcre Sessions

Ye Olde Durty Bird: The New Mondays with Matt Gabriel

JAZZ, BLUES, R&B

JAZZ, BLUES, R&B

SODBUSTER R THE

ACOUSTIC, FOLK

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Village Idiot: Frankie May & Associates

Ye Olde Durty Bird: Damen Cook Quartet wsp / William Brock

Ragtime Rick & His Chiefs of Dixieland

COUNTRY & BLUEGRASS Bronze Boar: Kyle Smithers

HIP HOP, ELECTRONIC, EXPERIMENTAL

Frankies: Kingheart, Kev of Black Market Rx, BREED, Joe Jones, Defonix, Ezra Tha Kidd, ATM/ZAZIER, T-Skii, Morgan Tyler, Wavy Inc.

tues, NOV 21 ACOUSTIC, FOLK

Pat & Dandy’s: Johnny Rodriguez

ALTERNATIVE, PUNK

Ottawa Tavern: Equipment, House Tours, Silver Age, Waving & Waving Goodbye, Jake Pavlica

ROCK, POP

Rocky’s Bar: Open Jam with Hazard and Sentle

COUNTRY & BLUEGRASS

St. Andrew United Methodist Church: Toledo Country Live The Blarney: Kentucky Chrome

JAZZ, BLUES, R&B

Village Idiot: John Barile & Bobby May Ye Olde Durty Bird: Gene Parker & Damen Cook

OTHER

OTHER

Bier Stube: Karaoke & Lip Syncing

Howards Club H: Leelah Acorn Memorial Benefit BGSU Valentine Theatre: UT Marching Band - Sounds of the Stadium Bier Stube: Karaoke & Lip Syncing

Every Wednesday 8pm

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wed, NOV 22

Andrew Ellis 9pm

ACOUSTIC, FOLK

Fleetwood’s Tap Room: O.K. Trio Ye Olde Cock n’ Bull: Danny Mettler

sun, NOV 19 ACOUSTIC, FOLK

Art and Performance Center of West Toledo: Up Close Concerts presents: Bruce Brodie

ROCK, POP

Village Inn: Bobby May’s Open Jam Ye Olde Cock n’ Bull: Genre Ties

JAZZ, BLUES, R&B

Village Idiot: Bob Rex & Friends Ye Olde Durty Bird: Lori Lefevre-Johnson

OTHER

Toledo Museum of Art: Great Performances in the Great Gallery | Transient Canvas Bier Stube: Jam Night/Open Mic

ROCK, POP

Bar 145: Noisy Neighbors Ye Olde Durty Bird: The New Fashioned Hollywood Casino: Journey Tribute - The Rock Show The Blarney: Bridges

COUNTRY & BLUEGRASS

NINE at Hensville: Elixer Barr’s Public House: Picking Kelley

Cactus Jack

OTHER

Bier Stube: Karaoke & Lip Syncing Pat & Dandy’s: Name That Tune

9pm

Nov

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Duet-To-It

Jessica’s B-Day Bash!

SAT NOV 17, 9PM

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FRIDAY

Sessions 9pm

Open Until 2:30 (No Ragtime Rick) NOV 22 - All Night

(419) 517-1045

5758 Main Street Sylvania, OH 43560 33

Thursday, 11.16 [art] Art Loop: Holiday Loop - Get in the holiday spirit with family activities, live music, arts & crafts by local vendors and artists, holiday exhibitions, and more. Wristbands cost $1.25 and grant you unlimited bus rides. 5:30-9pm. Downtown Toledo. theartscommission.org. Free

LIT AF

Wednesday, 11.8 [education] National Chemistry Week - This year National Chemistry Week focuses on mystery-solving, through the science of DNA, fingerprints, art forgery, color and pigments, and much more. Imagination Station will host a variety of activities for all ages. November 8-12. Wednesday-Saturday 10am-5pm. Sunday noon-5pm. Free with admission. Imagination Station, 1 Discovery Way. 419-244-2674. Imaginationstationtoledo.com

Thursday, 11.9 [music] World Percussion Night - Enjoy an evening of music from around the word, including Taiko, AfroCaribbean, and Gamelan Ensemble performances.

8pm. $7/adults, $3/students, $10/all tickets day of. Kobacker Hall, Moore Musical Arts Center, BGSU. 419-372-2685. Bgsu.edu

[comedy] Nemr at the Funny Bone - Lebanese American comedian Nemr will headline the club with his special brand of stand-up that crosses cultures and provides lots of laughs. 7pm Thursday, November 9 and Sunday, November 12. 7:30pm and 10pm Friday, November 10. 7pm and 10pm Saturday, November 11. $10-$15. The Funny Bone, 6140 Levis Commons Blvd., Perrysburg.

419-931-3474. nemrcomedy.com

Saturday, 11.11 [misc.]

30th Annual Blade Holiday Parade - The annual parade, presented by the Taylor Automotive Fam-

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Looking for a quick change of scenery and a taste of something different? Curious about our favorite events going on just a short drive from Toledo? Visit toledocitypaper.com, or check out our sister publication, Current Magazine (covering Ann Arbor), at ecurrent.com, to explore film, art, music and more.

Here are two must-attend, out-of-town events for November:

[advocacy]

Saturday, November 11 Thanksgiving is in a few weeks, but we’re ready to celebrate the holiday season. Head downtown for the Hensville Tree Lighting and Light Show for a spectacular, colorful and twinkling winter wonderland made up with more than 200,000 lights. Celebrate the lighting with a visit from Santa Claus. The lights will stay on until January 20.

6pm-midnight. Saturday, November 11.

Hensville, 406 Washington St., 419-720-6537. hensvilletoledo.com Free

road trip

Rough crowd Tuesday, November 14

Since October 2015, Haley Taylor has told Toledoans’ stories during her short-form radio podcast, the Rough Draft Diaries, every Wednesday morning at 7:45am on WGTE FM91. Through informative, intimate interviews, the award-winning host lets guests speak for themselves and offer suggestions for her next episode. Join Taylor and her past guests as the Rough Draft Diaries Celebrates 100 Episodes.

Enjoy snacks, RDD trivia, and hear a preview of the celebratory episode.

5-6:30pm. Tuesday, November 14.

Original Sub Shop & Deli, 402 Broadway St., facebook.com/roughdraftdiaries Free –AC

ily, will feature holiday fun for the whole family.

10am-noon. Downtown Toledo at Summit & Jefferson. 419-724-6394. Free

[fitness] Walk or Run to Help End Local Hunger - Enjoy a walk or run, heated tent, food, and entertainment at The 3rd Annual ProMedica 5k to End Hunger and the 50th Annual Churchill’s Half Marathon (takes place at Perrysburg High School). 9am-noon. $20$65. The Shops at Fallen Timbers, 3100 Main St., Maumee. churchillshalfmarathon.org

[education] Bad Astronomy - Popular myths will be explored at this fun show, including alien visits, moon landing hoaxes, and the true meaning of horoscopes.

Reservations recommended. 7:30pm. $5/adults, $4/children under 12 and Lourdes members.

Lourdes Appold Planetarium, 6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania. 419-517-8897. lourdes.edu

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Monday, 11.15 [misc.]

Paula Brown Shop & Pub Holiday Party - Enjoy hand-crafted holiday cocktails, yummy treats, live jazz music from Box of Sol, a Tamra Designs jewelry trunk show, and the chance to Christmas shop at the store. 4:30-8:30pm. The Pub at Paula Brown Shop, 912 Monroe St., 419-241-8100.

Paula-brown-shop.myshopify.com. Free

2017 Go Red for Women Luncheon - St. Luke’s Hospital offers cholesterol and blood glucose screenings at the annual Women’s Luncheon promoting heart health and active lifestyles to combat heart disease. Registration required by Monday, November 13. 9:30am-1:30pm. $100/ ticket. Hilton Garden Inn, 6165 Levis Commons Blvd., Perrysburg. toledogored.heart.org

Friday, 11.17 [art] Lights Before Christmas Opens - Get in the holiday spirit with the annual exhibit featuring over 70 miles of lights! Enjoy some warm treats and visit the Winter Village. Open through December 31, excluding holidays. SundayThursday 3-8pm. Friday-Saturday 3-9pm. $17/adults, $14/seniors and kids 2-11, free/ ages 2 and under. Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way. 419-385-5721. toledozoo.org

Saturday, 11.18 [culinary] Hoppy Holidays Brew Fest - Enjoy local, seasonal brews, a cash prize for the winner of the ugly holiday sweater contest, and big screens for any college football fans. 5-8pm. $30/general admission, $40/at door, $45/Hoppy Hour admission, $55/Hoppy Hour at door. SeaGate Centre, 401 Jefferson Ave., 419-255-3300.

Hoppyholidaysbrewfest.com

The craft classic

In a world obsessed with craft beer, a balanced, strong, steady and perfectly prepared cocktail is a real treat.

Celebrate the art of spirits while you mix and mingle at the 4th annual Detroit Cocktail Classic.

The top-shelf event now spans a full week of creative, immersive and delicious programming. Learn from the masters at workshops, cocktail-pairing dinners and other spirited events, highlighted by the Grand Tasting, Friday, November 17. November 13-18. For a full list of participating establishments, parties, and more, see detroitcocktail.com

[misc.]

Tree Lighting at Levis Commons - Save the date for the annual tree lighting celebration, this year with the theme “Back to the 90s”. Family and holiday fun abounds. 6-7pm. Levis Commons, 3201 Levis Commons Blvd., Perrysburg.

419-931-8888. shopleviscommons.com. Free

[theatre] How To Get Away With Murder…at The Carver High Reunion - This hit, interactive murder mystery from Mystique Dinner Shows makes its way to Toledo. You’ll be in the role of lead detective as you experience wacky and mysterious adventures on your quest to find the culprit. Dinner, dancing, and a fun time for all. $45. Aria Banquet Hall, 5969 Telegraph Rd., 833-697-4697. mystiquedinnershows.com

Sunday, 11.19 [misc.]

Sip & Shop - Home party vendors and local artisans will have their wares available for purchase at this relaxed afternoon sale. Enjoy some wine or craft beer as you shop. Noon-3pm. Majestic Oak Winery, 13554 Mohler Rd., Grand Rapids.

419-875-6474. majesticoakwinery.com. Free

Ongoing - Fridays

November 8 • November 21

Master of Horror

From Halloween (1978), to Vampires (1998), and everything inbetween, American film director, screenwriter, producer, musician John Carpenter has claimed his title as the master of horror. Get an up-close-and-personal look into the mind that works so hard to scare us during An Evening with John Carpenter at The Majestic. $200/meet & greet. $125/VIP. $55/general.

8pm. Friday, November 10. Majestic Theatre, 4120-4140 Woodward Ave., Detroit, MI. 313-833-9700. majesticdetroit.com —AC

[fitness.]

Indoor Sand Open Play - Enjoy these new indoor sand volleyball courts, complete with a kids play area, sandbox, and concessions. 6-10pm. $10/general admission, $7/league members.

Indoor Sand, 2538 Woodville Rd., Northwood.

419-290-4431. indoorsand.com

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The artists and musicians I love are

Jessica Crossfield

aka Betty Floored Years lived in Toledo: 1986-1991 & 2004-present

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Occupation: owner/founder of Handmade Toledo & maker/creator of Oh Sew Betty!

My story, in one sentence: DIY as F*ck

in that space all by myself with music cranked with only the twinkling lights in the front windows.

The best meal I had in Toledo was the

The best time I ever had in Toledo was at the very first Artomatic 419! because we all knew we created something special.

red curry at Rose Thai.

I might be biased, but Maker’s Mart is my favorite annual event — Supporting artists, connecting makers and customers.

A business Toledo needs (but doesn’t have) is more food delivery services. You know when you’re working late and you’re starving but you can’t get out and go pick up that delicious saag paneer, but you can’t stop thinking about it either. Someone please bring it to me, take my money.

My favorite piece of local art/architecture is The Love Wall. I feel like that was a catalyst for much bigger things, public art, murals, equality, Toledo love in general...

I’m at my most calm in Toledo late at

night hanging out in the dark at Handmade Toledo. It might sound weird, but there is something magical about being

When I’m craving inspiration, I go to

Streetspun, Josh Byers, Joel Roberts, Jules Webster, Dani Herrera...

I always brag about Toledo’s creative community. It is so welcoming and accessible.

The Toledo Museum of Art

Make sure to attend Maker’s Mart: Holiday Edition on Saturday, November 11. For more info, see Art Notes on p. 28.

Uptown/ Downtown is the place in Toledo I’m most proud of. The revival blows my mind on a daily basis. Buildings are being activated again. People are moving back.

Things are happening.

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The Toledo business you’ll most likely find me at is Handmade Toledo. It is seriously my favorite place.

The street I drive on/walk on most often is Adams Street, of course!

One thing I’ve always meant to do in Toledo, but haven’t, is go to all of the events. There are so many! And people say Toledo is boring...

If I could change one thing about Toledo, it would be bike lanes. More of them.

Everywhere.

If I knew I could get away with it, I would

yarn bomb everything.

The best view in Toledo is the patio at

The Heights.

When I’m away from Toledo, I can’t wait to have a beer or bloody Mary at The Attic when I get back. It’s like Cheers. Where everybody knows your name.

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Hunger run

While you might know Walt Churchill as a grocer, he’s also a long-time Toledo Roadrunner. Join the crew for the 50th Churchill’s Half Marathon and ProMedica 5k to End Hunger.

One of the oldest half marathons in the country, the 13.1-mile Churchill’s race will begin at Perrysburg High School and wind through the rolling hills along the Maumee River, finishing at The Shops at Fallen Timbers. For something shorter, opt for the ProMedica 5k, with start and finish at the Shops at Fallen Timbers. Proceeds from the race will go towards the St. Paul’s, Food for Thought, the Toledo Roadrunners scholarship funds as well as the Toledo Roadrunners Community Grant Program.

Both races begin at 9am on Saturday, November 11. For the half marathon: $55 until 11/10, or $65 on race day. For the 5k: $30 until 11/10, or $35 on race day. For more information on registration and participation, visit churchillshalfmarathon.org

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Pole-ups

Want to feel sexy and gain strength through this unique and fun full-body workout? Head to Paulette’s School of Dance for Beginner Pole Fitness Sessions or drop in classes on the weekends and conquer your curiosity.

To try it out, drop in from 10-11:15am on Saturdays or 11am-12:15pm on Sundays, for $20. Four-week beginner sessions, start Monday, November 27 or Wednesday, November 29; 6-7:15pm classes. Classes are for women only. Register online. Paulette’s School of Dance, 4853 Monroe St., 419-654-3262. dancetoledo.com —AC

Call to Place your $10 Car ad here! 419.244.9859

2002 Silver Hyundai Elantra- Original owner, great runner, clean. 133k miles. Blue books for $3700 selling for only $3000. Call 419-309-3444 2002 Ford Taurus SESGood condition, many new parts with receipts available. Daily driver. 115k miles $3200 419-932-5311

Dodge Rampage $1,000. Call 419-290-2040

New tires, shocks, A-C 2 134, brake lines, belt, alternator, radiator and hoses. $4,500. #419-352-3335 1959 Chevrolet Apache 3/4 ton pickup truck - Many new parts. Runs and looks good. Asking $8500. Offers considered.

734-790-0390

2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue- 3.5 liter V-6. Maroon/ Grey leathers 142k miles. Priced to go! $2650 419-309-3444

2005 BMW K1200LT Motorcycle with Hannigan Side Car - Less than 12,000 miles.

Excellent condition. Asking $9500. Offers considered. 734-790-0390

Honda 2004 Alum.

Wheels 15x625, Complete Set Good condition! $100 Call 419-475-1100

2002 BMW K1200LT Motorcycle with Hannigan Trike conversion - Just over 60,000 miles. Excellent condition. Dealer maintained.

Asking $12,000. Offers considered. 734-7900390

Honda Accord $900. Call 419-290-2040

JAM SECTION

health and wellness events Wednesday 11.8

MUSICIANS SEEKING Old School Drummer - Looking to join working 50s &

60s or country band. Call Sam 419-345-8295

2004 Volvo 2.5T V70 Wagon; white w/ natural leather interior; safe - comfortable - smooth; $5000. Call 419-290-5535 2004 Ford Focus - Sweet heat & Remote car starter $2000 OBO. Please call 419-309-5292 call to place your $10 car ad here! 419.244.9859

Help Wanted

Skeleton Crue

Now Auditioning Drummers. Original music. No big hot shot egos. Call ASAP 419-297-2928 or 419-283-9235 find us on Myspace.com/Skeletoncrue, Facebook or Youtube!

50’s plus Acoustic/Electric Guitarist looking to Jam for love of music. Call Jeff (419) 262-2184

for sale

Wednesday 11.15

Lead guitarist seeks

475-1100

Drummer looking for band, also plays keyboard. 419-754-3030.

Ads For Local Artists are Free! Ads run for 2 issues and must be renewed after the two issues. You must be: advertising for band members or selling instruments under $200 or just looking to jam. Business related ads run for $20. Limit 20 words per ad; 40 cents per additional word.

working classic country or 50s/60s band. Please call 419-320-4925 or 419-472-4766

2015 Chevy Cruze LT; White; 16,900 miles; tinted windows; still under factory warranty; $13,400. Call 419-779-3857

Bass Player Available - 50s & 60s Rock n Roll. Call Ralph @ 567-277-1140

Spartan Community Workout & Wellness Expo Spartan Founder & CEO Joe De Sena will lead a community workout and workshop where you’ll learn more about health and fitness. Bring a water bottle, towel, and completed waiver, which can be found online. 4-6:30pm. The Huntington Center, 500 Washington Dr., 419-243-8191. bit.ly/EPICToledoSummit. Free workout Wellness Lunch: Stress Management Learn tips for better stress management and calming techniques while enjoying an hour for lunch.

Anna Verhesen facilitates. 5-6pm. Franciscan Center Boardroom, 6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania.

419-824-3515. lourdes.edu

2002 Dodge Durango

168k, 4x4; Runs and drives. Can be seen at 1136 Shernan St, Toledo. Call 606-215-4755 91 Ford custom van. Original 62K.

Vintage 70s Yamaha Field Drum - Will sell for $150 - Call 419-

for rent

The Plaza 2520 Monroe Street Taking Applications for Efficiencies, 1, & 2 Bds. Rent Based on Income By appointment.

Please Call 419-244-1881

Host your Celebration at the

For Rent

Toledo Yacht Club

Toledo Yacht Club has 3 beautiful, different size rooms available to rent for your parties, holiday gatherings, weddings, showers, conferences, meetings, etc. They are the Maumee Room overlooking the bay and river, Ottawa Room, and large ballroom.

Call Jane for details: 419-381-1956

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NEW HERITAGE VILLAGE II 711 Locust St. 1 & 4 Bdrm Waitlist is CLOSED Efficiency, 2, & 3 Bdrm is OPEN

Driver - Delivery Route. Must have good driving record & dependable vehicle. Reply by mail to: PO Box 5414, Toledo, OH 43613 GRANTS ADMINISTRATOR TOLEDO LUCAS COUNTY HOMELESSNESS BOARD Send cover letter and resume to jobs@tlchb.org.

For complete job description please visit endinghomelessnesstoledo. org. Application deadline November 26, 2017

FOR SALE Signature Leather Jacket - 2X, 5 sport embroidery sewn designs. Call for more info 419-699-3398 Bedside Commode - New / Womens Tennis Shoes Size 8 Wide New / Bissel Vaccuum Carpet Cleaner - Used. Call 419-376-3190 14k Medium sized ladies ring for sale. Made in 1940’s. Center white diamond plus 12 diamonds.

419-699-3398

Services FREE, Health Consults. Contact Health Coach Joe. 419-346-5617.

Services NEEDED Install privacy fence. Please call 419-243-6531

AUTOS WANTED CARS/TRUCKS WANTED!!! All Makes/Models 2002-2016! Any Condition. Running or Not. Competitive Offer! Free Towing! We’re Nationwide!

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FREEWILL ASTROLOGY Week of November 6

ARIES (March 21-April 19):

Although the Civil War ended in 1865, a veteran’s offspring, still alive today, is collecting his pension. Blessings from bygone times, perhaps even from the distant past, will be available to you. But you’ll have to be alert and know where to look.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20):

“I wasn’t in the market to buy a Day-Glo plastic fish from a street vendor,� testified a witty guy named Jeff on Facebook, “but that’s exactly what I did.�

It’s good role-modeling for you.

In the coming days, I bet you won’t know exactly what you’re looking for until you find it.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20):

England and France’s Hundred Years’ War lasted 116 years.

Russians celebrate their October Revolution in November. Trick answers like these are likely to be a recurring theme for you in the coming weeks, Gemini. Don’t be a Master of the Obvious.

CANCER (June 21-July 22):

I recommend you indulge in any or all of the following exercises.

1.Dedicate an entire day to performing acts of love. 2.Buy yourself flowers, sing yourself a song, and tell yourself a story about why you’re so beautiful. 3. Make a pilgrimage to an influential sacred spot.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): A

scar on my face resembles an ancient Mayan sign meaning ‘Builder of Bridges for Those Who Are Seeking Home’, describing the role I’m hoping to play for Leos. The coming weeks will be an excellent time for your tribe to clarify and cultivate your notion of home.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): I used to scoff at people who play the lottery, but my opinion softened a bit when the planet Jupiter made a lucky transit to an aspect in my personal horoscope. Even though I didn’t see profit during this favorable financial phase, Libra, here’s the moral of the story for you: Meditate on what educational amusements you’d seek if you had more money.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): The teacher who kicked

me out of the extracurricular Calculus Club upset me.

Eventually, I realized it would have been a mistake for me to keep specializing in math. What debt of gratitude do you owe a person who you once considered to be a source of frustration?

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): In the lore of ancient Greek

mythology, the god Prometheus stole fire from the deities and gave it to us humans. In the coming months, Capricorn, I foresee you having Promethean inclinations. Your ability to bestow blessings, spread benevolence and do good deeds will be at a peak.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18):

When an armchair explorer was unexpectedly given a chance to embark on an adventure she had only dreamed about, she hesitated, but eventually took the gamble. While ragged reality partially corrupted her fantasy, the adventure also brought her unexpected lessons that enhanced the beautiful dreams.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20):

“A game of chess is a struggle against one’s own errors,� said chess grandmaster Savielly Tartakower, a Pisces. I think this is excellent counsel during the current phase of your astrological cycle, Pisces.

It’s time to risk bold moves, because even if they’re partly or wholly mistaken, they will put you in a good position to succeed in the long run.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22):

Author Clarissa Pinkola EstĂŠs encourages us to purge any tendencies we might have to think of ourselves as broken creatures yearning for rescue.

You have maximum power to revise your selfimage so that it resounds with more sovereignty.

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ON-SITE TRANSFERS Across 1. “The Sandman� author Neil 7. Unreadable paper 10. Surprise party command 14. Yale nickname 15. Middle East commodity 16. Days gone by 17. Star chart 18. Cologne for those just starting law school?

20. Design on an eagle’s gripper?

22. “___ I’m saying is ...�

23. The Mormons, briefly 24. Kind of orange 28. Grunts, for short 29. He took the red pill 30. “The cops!�

32. Traveling bag 33. Ground 35. Halloween purchases 36. Wishing Evita and Juan were still in power?

39. Twitter’s CEO Dorsey 40. One always picking things up 41. Unreturned serve 42. Pale lager from Milwaukee, briefly 43. Planetoid 44. Chess player nicknamed “The Magician From Riga�

47. Barcelona superstar Lionel 49. Close bud 50. Author Sarah ___ Jewett 51. Guide for how to be like Charlton?

55. “And now for the next one� ... and an alternate title for this puzzle 58. On the hook 59. Plowing team 60. It might be sprayed on 61. Ford of fashion 62. Piece of memory 63. Place for a rooter 64. Put down, slangily

Down 1. Skip the date 2. High-pH compound 3. Pastoral poems 4. Letters in the office 5. Jackson of country 6. Jewelry in a cup 7. Plant parts 8. Isn’t wrong?

9. TV show with a finger L in its logo 10. Choir pieces 11. “Money’s coming,� for short 12. RX writers 13. Faux-shocked cry 19. ___ Hubbard 21. Decorated 25. Equal to 26. Tour itinerary 27. “Rogue One� extras, briefly 29. Metroid platform 30. “The Larry Sanders Show� co-star 31. Not on the roster 33. “Gotta do better than that�

34. Muslim official 35. General Tso’s pan 36. Ren Faire club 37. Slays, slangily 38. Messy cookout item 39. Breakfast spread 42. Outward appearance 44. “Survivor� gangs 45. Shaker V.I.P. 46. Folklore tale 48. Spruce up a spat 49. Pretty, like a lass 50. Roundish figures 52. Some noncoms: Abbr.

53. Exactly 54. Supposedly legit Roman numeral 4 55. Violent crowd 56. Big name in acne medication 57. Rex checker

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SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Johnny Cash had a music teacher who quit after a few meetings because Johnny’s unique style was best unchanged. While I believe in the value of enhancing one’s innate talents: Make sure you, too, guard and revere your distinctiveness.

photos by Christine Senack

Greece Uncorked The Ladies Philoptochos Society hosted a cultural event of Greek food, wine, beer, dancing, silent auctions and fun to benefit the Aurora Project and Noah’s House.

STYLE SENSE

By Megan Yasu Davis

Sara “City” Lopez

By Megan Yasu Davis

Emmanuel Yakumithis and Andy Petros

Matt Prokator with Perikles and Molly Tsipis

Mobile Meals Wine Gala A night of wine tasting, silent auction bidding, dinner, dancing, and of course the legendary live wine auction, to benefit Mobile Meals of Toledo.

Father Larry Lagakis and Marlene Thomas

I am 32 years old. I woke up and realized I am a good woman and that was enough for me to love myself.

It is poetic to be inspired to create a fashion genre that celebrates the nooks and crannies of a woman. Sara “City” Lopez, a Toledo spoken word artist/poet, who now lives in Mexico, incorporates her personal style into the clothing line, Curvas, for curvy ladies.

What was the “aha moment” that birthed your passion for fashion? A bad haircut. I was hot and my hair is thick. I used thinning shears meant for dogs, and with no experience, messed it up. I then lopped off one side and received so many compliments!

Then it dawned on me; style is so temporary. Break rules and have some fun.

Rebeca Swope, Negarina Cooper and Victoria Vath

Was becoming a designer due to desire or necessity? Total necessity. The lack of plussize clothing for women in Mexico was astonishing. They only have “señora” style things that a sexy, curvy woman wouldn’t be excited to wear.

Brian and Ann Newton

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Seneca Bowers and Paige Strancar

Your signature poem is “Time.” What does time do for a person lacking self-confidence?

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How does Curvas support the #bodypositive movement? The Curvas message is to love yourself exactly how you are now.

Being healthy is an intricate part of loving yourself. We are all works in progress and we need to love ourselves during the process.

Is there a common issue curvy women face? Many curvy women lack confidence because they confuse losing weight with gaining happiness. But if you find happiness at whatever size, life just becomes so much better.

When you aren’t running your local boutique, you can be found rescuing and rehabilitating animals. Do you believe that providing pieces for women with curves is a “mission” also?

For sure!. I realized that since there were no stores with cute plus-size clothing, women started believing they didn’t deserve it. I try to help women to love themselves like I’ve learned to do. The profits will fund a collective of animal refuges throughout Mexico and eventually expand to Belize.

If your personal style was the subject of a poem, what would the title be? What the Curves Deserve.

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