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ACTIVIST WATCH Angry? We get it. Now do something about it.

Activists in Toledo are busy. Join them.

Keep an eye on this list— we’re going to keep updating it.

6:15pm. Wednesday, May 31 Capital Care Counter Protest – We Love Our Clinic!

Join this peaceful counter-protest to show support for Toledo’s last abortion clinic. Signs are available for those who don’t have one of their own to bring. Capital Care Network (1160 W. Sylvania) 8-10am. Thursday, June 1.

Project Connect Kick-off Join the 2017 Kickoff of Project Connect Wood County, which provides a broad range of free services to families and individuals atrisk of or experiencing homelessness or poverty.

St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, 315 S. College Dr., Bowling Green.

419-353-9305. homeaidofwoodcounty.org 9am-6pm. Saturday, June 3.

Agnes Reynolds Jackson Fund Silent Auction and Yard Sale A silent auction and garage sale to benefit the Agnes Reynolds Jackson Fund, created to help women of Northwest Ohio access abortion services. Sale is in conjunction with the Old West End Festival.

2485 Robinwood Ave., 567-8694-5986. See the event “Aggie Fund Silent Auction and Yard Sale” on Facebook.

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5:30-6:30pm. Monday, June 12.

CASA Community and Volunteer Information Meeting Lucas County Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA), a non-profit organization of volunteers, work to help abused and neglected children find safe and permanent homes. The Lucas County CASA Program, one of the oldest and most respected of the nearly 1000 CASA programs nationwide, has operated in Lucas County since 1980.

Learn about volunteer opportunities and how you can make a difference in the life of an abused child.

Kent Library. 3101 Collingwood Blvd., 419-259-5340. Casakids.net 7-8pm. Wednesday, June 14 Promise House Project - Street Outreach: Meet and Greet Promise House Project is working to start a homeless shelter for LGBT youth. Learn how you can get involved and volunteer while taking a tour of the new office in downtown Toledo.

Davis Building (151 N. Michigan St, Suite 310)) Contact: nfo@phptoledo.org For additional events, weekly meetings and more, see toledocitypaper.com/online/ toledo-activist-opportunities

Last issue (5-17-17), we explored how payday lenders prey upon Toledoans and how local and state politicians are responding to this crisis. The article, “Payday Mayday: Predatory Payday Loan Lending, Out of Hand in Ohio and Toledo?” began with the story of Darlene, a single mom with two jobs and a Master’s degree, was hurt by one $500 loan. Some readers thought there was more to the story.

Take responsibility Was Darlene not able to decide for herself whether or not she could afford the $500 loan? Did she read the loan agreement? It’s the payday lender who, by the way, was probably the only one that would make a loan to Darlene because her friends, family and state or local governments weren’t willing to do so, is the one to blame. I guess Darlene would have been better off not taking the loan, not getting her car repaired, lose her job because of no transportation and get her gas shut off. How come the State doesn’t step in and dictate how much McDonald’s can sell their burgers for?

Yet some adult who walks into a payday store because there’s no one else in the world willing to lend them money to get out of a financial emergency and doesn’t bother to decide for themselves if they can afford a loan at the terms being offered is never held accountable or responsible for their decisions. 28% cap makes emergency loans unprofitable. So, pass the legislation and then tell Darlene

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what she should do when no one will lend her money for an emergency. But, you’ll never hear any legislator or consumer advocate give you the solution to that problem. They don’t have the answer. If 28% loans are profitable to people with little or bad credit, why isn’t every bank on the corner making these loans? Why haven’t 28% payday lending stores opened up across the country?

You would take virtually all the business in that space.

Maybe Darlene should change careers and go into the 28% payday lending business.

- Sandra Haggard

More to Darlene’s story Darlene’s story didn’t begin with a $500 dollar loan. No, the real story is that someone with a postgraduate degree can not afford a $500 dollar emergency. 40% of Americans can’t afford a $400 emergency, and it transcends race, class and financial access. That’s the ugly truth no one wants to face. You’re oversimplifying the problem blaming it entirely on payday loans.

- J. Davis

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Special thank you to Maura Amato for sharing this drawing (that we had fun coloring in) from her new Old West End Coloring Book, available at Jupmode.

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Adams Street Publishing Co. Below is a list of our staff, members of “the media,” a group that our President has deemed to be “among the most dishonest people on earth.”

Where will we find you during the Old West End Festival?

Publisher/Editor in Chief

Collette Jacobs (cjacobs@toledocitypaper.com) Beer garden and garage sales.

Co-publisher/ Chief Financial Officer

Marketplace changes

Mark I. Jacobs (mjacobs@toledocitypaper.com) You better look early, I tend to become invisible.

UPDATES IN LOCAL BUSINESS

Fuzzy’s Taco Shop will open on Thursday, June 1, debuting its first Ohio location. The casual dining restaurant will offer fresh Mexican food, including dinner and breakfast all day, an outdoor patio and a full bar with 10 beers on tap.

Located across from Costco by Blaze Pizza and Piada’s. 7am-10pm, SundayThursday. 7am-11pm, Friday-Saturday.

3332 W. Central Ave., 419-214-4291. fuzzystacoshop.com True REST Float Spa, offering float therapy and sensory deprivation tanks, will open in June at Levis Commons.

5140 Chappel Dr., Perrysburg.

419-931-9988. truerest.com

As of Thursday, June 1, Bonita Bead Boutique will be located at the Ford Street Shoppes instead of their former Conant St. home. 1470 Ford St., Maumee.

419-887-4000. bonitabeadboutique.com Razelle, a Toledo-based company that offers tech solutions and repairs, has moved from a kiosk at the Franklin Park Mall to Cricket West Shopping Center.

3151 W. Central Ave., 1-844-729-3553. razelle.com Four new restaurants, two new retailers and a remodeled favorite will open at Franklin Park Mall this spring and summer.

Pistachio Joe’s Ice Cream Emporium will will open during the Old West End Festival. The confectionary will sell ice cream, Italian Ice, gelato, hot dogs, take-n-bake pizza, free squeezed lemonade, and more, inside The Palmer House. 2445 Collingwood Blvd., 419-464-6353. pistachiojoes.com

Mr. Hero and Burger Guys will open this summer in the food court.

J’mae’s Home Cooking, masters of soul food creations, has opened a second location at 3312 Glendale Ave., in addition to their 3117 Lagrange St. restaurant. 419-729-8222.

Assignment Editor: Athena Cocoves (athena@adamsstreetpublishing.com) Barely standing on a stranger’s porch at 3am.

Our guide to the best summer musical festivals

By Marisa Rubin

Neo-soul at the Huntington Center

Soul artist Maxwell brings his 20-year career through Toledo Neo-soul at the Huntington Center

Don’t stop believing!

It’s true— Journey’s making the trip to T-Town

By Alan Sculley

Bowling Green City Pool & Waterpark will debut Splash Pad Creatures. The cartoonish water sprinklers will be unveiled on Wednesday, June 7.

520 Conneaut Ave., Bowling Green.

419-352-2174. bgohio.org

Don Juan Mexican Restaurant will open in June.

Inside the Five Brewing Company is planned for the space formerly occupied by Treo, with a spring 2018 opening anticipated. facebook.com/ insidethefivebrewing

Editorial

Festie fix

Nestlé® Toll House® Café

by Chip® will open near Aeropostale.

Calendar Editor: Scott Peterson (speterson@adamsstreetpublishing.com) Taking house tours and being jealous that I don’t live there.

Digital Media Manager Saul T. Jacobs (saul@adamsstreetpublishing.com) Recklessly operating a golf cart.

Web Guru Ashley Boardman (digitalmedia@adamsstreetpublishing.com) Wearing a flower crown + drinking kombucha with my TCP fam.

Contributing Writers: Holly Tuey, Alan Sculley, Jeff McGinnis, David Maxwell Fine, Joel Sensenig, Emily Modrowski, Christine Senack, Alison Wood-Osmun, Rob Brezsny, Johnny Hildo

Art/Production

Production Manager: Imani Lateef (imani@adamsstreetpublishing.com) Someplace dry.

Senior Designer: Leah Foley (leah@adamsstreetpublishing.com) Beer tent, garage sale, beer tent, garage sale.

Maurices, a women’s clothing store that carries sizes 1-26, will open in the fall.

Designers: Anita Tipton (atipton@adamsstreetpublishing.com) Browsing the talent at the Art Fair.

Build-A-Bear Workshop has finished its remodeling project.

Kelli Miller (kmiller@adamsstreetpublishing.com) Bumping into Athena.

Dégagé Jazz Café and Fine Dining has closed their restaurant and bar on the first floor of the Historic Commercial Building in Maumee, but will continue to use the space for catering, parties and special events. 301 River Rd., 419-794-8205. degagejazzcafe.com Hen House Adult Entertainment, 715 Monroe St., has closed.

POP Grille, 3309 N. Holland-Sylvania Rd., has closed.

Know of any changes in the area? Send them to editor@adamsstreetpublishing.com

Advertising

Sales Coordinator Jenny Leach (sales@adamsstreetpublishing.com) Having a beer on a golf cart.

Account Executives: Sharon Kornowa (sharoncitypaper@gmail.com) Is there a wine tent?

We’re celebrating life #inthe419 on Instagram!

Sam Rotroff (srotroff@adamsstreetpublishing.com) In the Arboretum kickin’ it with Sugarbear.

Bonnie Hunter (bhunter@adamsstreetpublishing.com) Finding the Scotch! Is there a tent for that?

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Brittany Stahl (bstahl@adamsstreetpublishing.com) Dancing in the street with random people I meet.

Classifieds Coordinator: Catherine Bohr (classifieds@adamsstreetpublishing.com) Anywhere and everywhere on a golf cart.

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Planning to keep Planned Parenthood

Toledo detox center

Ohio is on the frontlines in the battle against opiates. In response, Mercy Health has partnered with Unison Health to open north Toledo’s first detox center. Unison Health’s Sub-Acute Detoxification Facility, located at 1212 Cherry St. near Oneida St., will have the capacity to detox almost 500 recovering addicts a year. An open house will be held from 9-10:30am on Thursday, June 1. Patients will begin moving in the following week. unisonhealth.org Free

A party for champions

Health care is an important and empowering factor in the lives of women, men and families across our nation. Planned Parenthood has been a major provider of breast and cervical cancer screenings, contraception options, education, STD testing, and more. (Abortions— exclusively funded by private donations— account for only 3% of their services nationwide.) Help support this crucial resource by joining Planned Parenthood Advocates of Ohio for a Party with a Purpose. Enjoy wine, desserts, conversation and a presentation

by Sarah Inskeep, Regional Field Director. 2-4pm Saturday, June 10. First Unitarian Church of Toledo, 3205 Glendale Ave., 614-224-2235. Ppao.org Free, but donations strongly encouraged

Glass City Renaissance

Die hard soccer fans have been flocking to The Village Idiot to celebrate the sport with their pop-up, the Full 90 Pub. While screenings of UEFA Champions League games are appealing to some, the rest of us might not be so easily convinced. Get a kick out of what the crew offers and join the Full 90 Pub for the Champions League Final at The Maumee Indoor Theatre.

Enjoy domestic and local kegs from Earnest Brew Works, kombucha and cocktails from Boochy Mama’s, snacks from Swig and a main course from Ye Olde Durty Bird. $25.

2-6:30pm. Saturday, June 3. The Maumee Indoor Theatre, 601 Conant St., Maumee.

419-897-8902. facebook.com/thefull90pub

As part of downtown Toledo’s major comeback, Renaissance Toledo Downtown Hotel is going to be the new hotspot for drinks, socializing and quick getaways. The design aesthetic is focused on Toledo’s connections to the automotive and glassmaking industry. A main objective is to make sure that the locals feel that the hotel is a place for them too. The hotel will have two restaurants: one on the main floor and one on the rooftop. With sourcing of local foods and employees as a major focus, the hotel has hired executive chef Aaron Lawson to create a Toledo-focused menu. The hotel will open August 2017 and is located at 444 N. Summit St. For questions or more information, call 419-244-2444, or check out the Renaissance Toledo Downtown Hotel online. –AB

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On the left, Baldemar Velásquez and César Chávez in a march for migrant worker rights in 1984. On the right, Sandra Cisneros.

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In 1978, 2,000 migrant workers walked off their jobs at Northwest Ohio’s Campbell Soup facility, citing workplace injustices. Those brave activists were all members of The Farm Labor Organizing Committee (FLOC), founded in Toledo almost a decade earlier by Baldemar Velasquez, to organize migrant workers living in this area. Join FLOC with their special guest, author Sandra Cisneros, a recipient of MacArthur and National Endowment for the Arts Fellowships, who also founded the Macondo Foundation, the Alfredo Cisneros del Moral Foundation, and Los MacArturos (the Latino MacArthur Fellows), to celebrate five decades of impact during Remembering 50 Years of Struggle: Farm Labor Organizing Committee. Enjoy a reception, performance of labor songs by Aguila Negra, a remembrance of pivotal events and the contributions of community and religious supporters. Cisneros’ works include the internationally-lauded The House on Mango Street and most recently, A House of My Own, and she will be available for book signings at the event. 6-8:30pm. Wednesday, May 31. Toledo Lucas County Main Library, 325 Michigan St., 419-259-5200. toledolibrary.org Free —AC

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Compass for the Season

By Alison Wood-Osmun

Whether you’re spontaneous or plan adventures to the last detail, this list of hard copy guides, downloads, digital apps and a season opener event will have you on your way to summertime bliss.

Long-weekends.com is a digital magazine with lists and commentary on weekend getaways in the Great Lakes and Ohio Valley region with trips highlighting nature, history, family, action and adventure, romance and more.

Dark Sky (iOS) and Weather Timeline (Android) are easy to use and both have your back at all times with area wide extended and minute by minute forecasts for your current location.

Oh, Ranger!

Path Finder (Android and iOS) is a well detailed database providing directions and maps for national, state and local parks. Search categories pinpoint the best places for the activities that pique your interest.

Ohio’s Lake Erie Public Access Guidebook Rivers Edition covers 220 public access locations on Ohio’s river system across 21 counties with in-depth details on launch and fishing sites spotlighting

amenities and activities. Visit coastal.ohiodnr.gov/gorivers for hardcopies PDF downloads and interactive maps Toledo Metroparks Program Guide is the ultimate resource for outdoor fun throughout the metroparks from fishing, biking, kayaking, to hikes, camping and more. Visit metroparksprograms. com to download or to receive a free quarterly hard copy.

Geocaching.com (iOS and Android) gives you the excitement of a treasure hunt by helping you locate hidden tokens from over two million active geocaches worldwide, just by using your phone’s GPS. (Yes there are many in the Toledo Metro area too) Yonder ((iOS and Android) with access to over two hundred thousand destinations, this is a favorite of bikers, hikers and campers who like to network, blog and stream their experiences as they traverse the planet.

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UÊDog Food/Cat Food UÊSmall Animal Food UÊPet Toys UÊVaccinations UÊTreats UÊLive Animals UÊFreshwater Fish UÊLive/Frozen Feeders UÊDomesticated/Wild Bird Seeds UÊCustomized Cat Furniture UÊCustomized Dog Houses UÊCollars/Leashes UÊAccessories UÊPond Supplies UÊLimited Farm Feeds UÊSpecial Events UÊFriendly Atmosphere UÊMuch, Much More!

Running on Air

Don’t miss the latest craze in running and obstacle courses with the Insane Inflatables 5K on June 10th at Toledo Speedway (5639 Benore Rd).

The course provides over the top fun and challenges for all ages and fitness levels as you dive, bounce, slide, climb, dodge and run through eleven inflatables spread over 3.1 miles for an absolute “insanely” awesome time! Family and friends can watch and enjoy food, music and additional activities at the free onsite Midway Festival. For registration, fees, times, a preview of the course and more, visit insaneinflatable5k.com.

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419.472.2020

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No restraint Keeping score in City Politics

by Johnny Hildo

It’s a topsy, turvy world out there.

We never would have believed that, as we enter the official start of the local political season, we’d be writing about the Washington Local school board race. Toledo Public Schools? As a a former Miss Idaho might say, “You betcha!” But not sleepy little Washington Local. Yet there it is.

‘Tis the season

Festival season is upon us, with Point Place Days, Old West End Fest, and the OLPH Festival kicking off T-Town summer. This is when politicians and other wannabes swoop down on unsuspecting revelers, waving clipboards and reeking of sweat and unbridled ambition. They strike with creepy sycophants in tow, shaking hands and taking names for their own perverse ends.

So it makes sense that we really start to zoom in on the creepy and the outta whack for this installment of “nutjobs to watch out for.”

We expect some real yahoos to declare for Toledo mayor, and we bet all the slimeballs who will run for TPS school board have yet to slither out from under their mossy rocks. There will be crackpot craziness to come that we haven’t yet anticipated.

Enter the Washington Local race.

We failed to write about the weirdness over at WLS back in twenty fifteen and sixteen because it wasn’t truly political.

It was instead about a superintendent accused of some over the top stalkingtype activity. Juicy stuff, indeed, but not political.

Hallelujah and pass the peanut butter!

The accused superintendent, Patrick Hickey, was investigated by the WLS Board and resigned so he wouldn’t be dumped. Seems ol’ Patty H has decided not to leave well enough alone. He is now a candidate for WLS school board, which brings him directly into our laser beam sights.

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Here’s our best shot. Hickey allegedly harassed a WLS teacher after an affair with her ended. He denied it all, but then a video of him lurking around her classroom at night surfaced. At the time these allegations were ruminating around in the WLS school board, Hickey had several run-ins with WLS board member Patricia Carmean. That led to more allegations of Hickey stalking and harassing.

Not one to fade into the woodwork, Hickey subsequently got banned from WLS property after belligerent shenanigans at a Whitmer HS basketball game.

In that incident there was questionable physical contact between Hickey and the female WLS interim superintendent who had replaced him. Teacher, board member, interim superintendent.

Three professional WLS women, three strikes for Hickey.

Three strikes should means he’s out, right? We already revealed the punch line, and it isn’t Hickey’s last name. He’s now running for a spot on the board, the same board that investigated him, suspended him, accepted his resignation, and banned him from WLS property, Like the old infomercials used to say, wait, there’s more. He is running in the same election with Carmean, who has new allegations of intimidation and harassment against Hickey. You say you want more? Both Hickey and Carmean have sought the endorsement of the Lucas County Democratic Party.

Let that all marinate a bit. Hickey wants a seat on the board in a district that has banned him from its property.

He wants to run on the same ticket with a woman who has twice accused him of harassment and intimidation. He wants to regain the ultimate employment authority over a female teacher who has accused him of harassment after an affair.

We lied about the punch line. Here it is. And his last name is Hickey.

You can’t make this stuff up, folks.

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Sun-worshippers, rejoice! It’s patio season. You can now enjoy all the comforts of the outdoors without any of the annoying stuff that comes from actually being outdoors— like deer ticks. But not all patios are built for all people. Dog-owners want something that allows them to bring their four-legged friends along, smokers just want to light up without someone make that obnoxious, passiveaggressive hacking noise. Want to find your perfect patio? Study up on our key to figure out which patio meets your needs and then go forth and waste thine summer excellently.

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2 S. St. Clair St., 419-243-2473. yeoldedurtybird.com 11am-midnight, Sunday-Thursday; 11am-1:30am, Friday-Saturday.

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Evans Street Station 110 S. Evans St., Tecumseh, MI. 517-424-5555. Evansstreetstation.com 11:30am-9pm, Tuesday-Thursday. 11:30am-10pm, Friday-Saturday.

Nothing says “summer sophistication” like sipping a craft cocktail and noshing on gourmet meals on a picturesque garden patio, featuring comfortable chairs with seat cushions, umbrellas, lights, and beautiful flowers and foliage inspired by European al fresco dining. Have a bank account that might disagree with the first declaration? The fine dining restaurant’s gorgeous patio offers a happy hour from 3-6pm on Tuesday-Friday, with half-off appetizers and drink deals.

Wine Night Wednesdays offering half-off bottles. Our favorite? Enjoy Cocktail Parties the third Thursday of the month in summer, with a buffet of fresh fruit, summer herbs, house pressed mixers, and other surprises, plus complimentary bites from the kitchen. Reservations welcome.

Capacity: 50.

Average price: $10-20 for lunch and $20+ for dinner.

El Camino Real 2500 Sylvania Ave., 419-472-0700. Elcaminorealtoledo.com 11am-9pm, Sunday-Thursday. 11am-10pm, Friday-Saturday.

The ultimate party patio? Most likely. Disagree? Go ahead— but El Camino boasts the biggest patio in town. Social butterflies aged 21-36 frequent El Camino for their patio bar, drink and food specials Sunday-Thursday, and dancing to a DJ or live music on Wednesday, Friday and Saturday nights. Soak up the sun, or catch some shade with retractable table umbrellas, by a tree or at the outdoor bar covered by a roof.

Capacity: 299.

Average Price: $10-$20.

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In the heart of the warehouse district, this patio offers a full view of the downtown sunset, live music, a family-friendly atmosphere, as well as small and large tables providing adorned with umbrellas. Fans pour in before and after Mud Hens games for good food and an expansive beer selection. During the week, groups gather to enjoy happy hour specials on beer and signature frozen drinks (4-7pm, Monday-Friday). On the weekend, friends enjoy an evening by the firepit, then come back on Sunday from 11am-3pm to hit the Bloody Mary Bar during brunch. In addition to the uncovered outdoor patio, an all-season, stonewall enclosed patio ensures Ye Olde Durty Bird’s spirited, social energy year round.

Average Price: $10-$20.

Capacity: 75

Rocky’s 4020 Secor Rd. 419-472-1996. facebook.com/rockysrules 4pm-2:30am, Monday-Friday; Noon-2:30am Saturday-Sunday.

Specials: Open Mic Every Tuesday, Live Music Every Friday.

Rocky’s offers the kind of low-key, friendly atmosphere offered by bars in movies. This eclectic hotspot bustles in the summer, with open conversation on the 16-seat, open-air front patio, and from the 20-seat, covered back patio.

People of diverse ages gather for good times nightly, enjoying live music on Fridays and an open mic every Tuesday.

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Hidden off of the busy Dussel Drive, Mancyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bluewater Grill offers a secluded, quiet patio covered by a beautiful, shady awning. A wooden wall blocks area noise, and a chic atmosphere, fresh seafood, and craft cocktails provide an elegant ambiance. Enjoy $5 moscato and rosĂŠ by the glass, $8 martinis (Berries and Bubbles, Extra Olive martinis and Apple Martini), and appetizers that are only available at the bar and patio including â&#x20AC;&#x153;BWGâ&#x20AC;?

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7742 W. Bancroft St. 419-841-7523. toledostripletreat.com Patio open until 9pm. 11am-11pm Monday-Thursday, 11am-midnight Friday-Saturday.

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Mimic vacation by visiting La Scola’s authentic Italian-style terrace patio that comfortably seats 36. Nosh on Italian dishes, sip wine and relax by a beautiful fountain for a picturesque evening catching up with good friends over appetizers, craft cocktails and fine Italian fare. Opt for a large dinner with family, or take advantage of the happy hour and hungry hour for specials on drinks and appetizers from 5-7pm, Sunday-Thursday and 4-6pm, Friday and Saturday.

An intimate, sunny patio off the side of Ventura’s roadhouse is the perfect outdoor spot for conversation and catching up with friends. The neighborhood bar attracts guests age 25-40 who enjoy signature margaritas and fare on on a relaxing, quaint patio surrounded by plantings.

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Nothing’s average at Swig, and their two patios follow suit. The comfortable, family-friendly feel encourages a social atmosphere on the four-season seating patio, complete with a retractable awning. Enjoy live music Tuesday through Saturday while noshing on Swig’s creative takes on charcuterie while kicking back and sampling their large variety of craft beers on tap. Smoking only allowed on side patio. Specials change daily. Friendly dogs are allowed.

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Sit among the stars under a Tuscan trellis, which provides a shady retreat for summer-bound guests. Find some shade under umbrellas and sit comfortably on the cozy, intimate patio. Consider bringing your small dog for a relaxing afternoon enjoying food and wine amongst blooming flowers and wooden accents, which extend the restaurantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s warm â&#x20AC;&#x153;farmhouseâ&#x20AC;? feel.

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Rosie’s Italian Grill 606 N. McCord Rd. 419-866-5007.

Rosiesitaliangrille.com 11:30am-9pm Sunday-Thursday, 11:30am-10:30pm Friday & Saturday.

Food/drink specials: Same as in the restaurant.

Retreat to Rosie’s lush back patio to elish in the calm of an Italian villa, while surrounded by flowers, trees and a bounty of botanical beauty accompanied by a koi fountain. A diverse age range and family-friendly atmosphere is inviting for families to savor rustic, Tuscan meals in this partially covered, partially enclosed three-sided wraparound patio. Live music will grace their new stage Tuesday-Saturday. Make sure to enjoy Wednesday wine bottle specials, happy hour specials and an absolute must-see— the tribute to Prince “The Purple Rain fountain.”

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Mutz Entrance: 3:30pm-midnight, Monday-Tuesday; 3:30pm-2:30am, Wednesday-Saturday.

Enjoy a beautiful view of the sky, framed by gorgeous, historic brick in the oldest commercial building in Toledo. An all-ages lunch provides a familyfriendly atmosphere in the daytime, but after 4pm, the age 21 and older only (unless accompanied by a parent) provides a different atmosphere. Sip red and white sangria enjoy live music on Fridays at 9pm (weather permitting), and a lively, low-key atmosphere that provides access to two restaurants. Smoking only allowed after 3:30pm.

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Luxe Laser Center A Different Type of Patio 1500 Holland Rd., Maumee. 419-893-2775. luxe-laser.com

Although most patios in this issue are from restaurants, Luxe has a new offering for residents of Northwest Ohio. Luxe is home to an amazing new group space (with patio) that happens to be the perfect place to host a Botox or injectable party this summer. Affectionately called Mix Maumee, it serves as a cosmetic medicine training area that doubles as the perfect place to host your summer Botox party! We hear about people hosting these parties in homes or businesses, and really wanted to provide a safe and fun alternative. Now, you can host your Botox party right here in our luxury facility, with any food/ drink that you like, and we’ll handle all the prep, cleanup, and injections. It’s a fun twist on girls’ night, and it’s being done in a real medical facility so you know you’re getting Luxe quality.

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The thing about summer is, it only comes around once a year. You don’t want to waste it being lazy (that’s what winter is for). So how do you maximize these sunny days?

Consult our handy Summer in the City pullout calendar to find NW Ohio’s best events.

Be sure to hang it on the fridge and never miss an opportunity for fun!

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off your summer in the Toledo region with a couple hundred interns and business leaders at the worldrenowned Glass Pavilion at the Toledo Museum of Art. 5:30-7:30pm.

Toledo Museum of Art GlasSalon, 2445 Monroe St., 419-255-8000.

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Enjoy 15+ amusement rides, dirt biking, live entertainment, vendors, food, beer, wine and fun all weekend. A cherry pie eating contest and a parade will be held on Saturday at 1pm. 6-9pm, Thursday.

1pm-midnight, Friday. 9am-midnight, Saturday. Village of Whitehouse, 6925 Providence St., Whitehouse.

419-877-5383. awchamber.com/ cherry-fest.html Free

2017 Mills Trophy Race

The annual race, sponsored by the Toledo Yacht Club and the Storm Trysail Club. June 7-11.

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Bottled Up Wine Festival - Ages 21 and older can enjoy wine, light appetizers and live entertainment. $35. 5-8pm.

Stranahan Theater, 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd., 419-381-8851. stranahantheater.org

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Relax with a smoke and a two-hour tour along the riverfront. Bring your cigars, beverages, and a picnic to enjoy on the river. Reservations required. Events through September. Dock at Promenade Park in downtown Toledo. $19. 7-9pm.

Jefferson St. Dock at Promenade Park, Downtown Toledo. 419-537-1212. sandpiperboat.com

Celebrate the summer season with a Strawberry Queen & King Pageant, a strawberry dessert contest and a Sunday parade, as well as live music and carnival rides. Through June 18. $3/per person, free/ages 7 and younger. 5-11pm Wednesday, 4-11pm Thursday, 4pm-midnight Friday, noon-midnight Saturday, noon-4pm Sunday. Community Homecoming Park, 7807 Angola Rd., Holland.

419-867-1532. hollandstrawberryfestival.org

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Holland Strawberry Festival

35th annual Whitehouse Cherry Fest

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June Art Loop: Summer Spectacular - Celebrate the start of summer in

downtown Toledo as the Art Loop partners with the Toledo Mud Hens and Toledo Warehouse District Association to present an evening of family fun, local art, baseball, history, and live music and entertainment. Wristbands are $1.25 and include unlimited bus rides all evening.

5-8pm. Downtown Toledo. 419-254-2787. theartscommission.org/artloop Free

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Firenation Glass 15th Anniversary Party - The Holland glass

art studio celebrates 15 years with a day of drinks, activities and art demos from Toledo glass artists, including artists from Firenation, Gathered Glassblowing Studio, and more. 4-10pm. Firenation Glass, 7166 Front St., Holland. 419-866-6288. Firenation.com Free

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Pyrate Fest IX - Need an excuse to go

to Put-in-Bay? How about a pirate ship, parades, costume contest, a collision course, re-enactments, 5K run/walk, entertainment, education, and adventure?

June 22-25. 419-285-2832. pyratefest.org Free

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Old West End Festival - Explore one

of Toledo’s most beautiful neighborhoods all weekend long during this annual festival. Need more info? Check out our Old West End Festival insert. Free

Red Bird First Friday Art Walk

Head to downtown Sylvania for more than 20 art venues, businesses and restaurants hosting openings, exhibitions, live music and special events. Walk is 5-8pm. Enjoy craft beer & live music by the Amelia Airharts in the River Centre Gallery from 8-10pm. Main Street downtown Sylvania, 419-885-8381. redbirdarts.org Free

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6th annual Maple and Main Art & Music Fest - The Sylvania Arts Com-

mission will host fantastic art, great music and good food all weekend in downtown Sylvania. 11am-7:30pm, Saturday. 10am-4pm, Sunday. Main Street downtown Sylvania, 419-885-8381. redbirdarts.org Free

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The 577 Foundation’s annual fiber festival includes paid workshops, demos, an art exhibition, and more. June 9-11. 577 E. Front St., Perrysburg.

Friday artist talk at 6pm.

9am-5pm, Saturday and Sunday. Free

Parrotbeach Get dancing, listen to island music, and celebrate Jimmy Buffett with the best tribute band around.

8pm. H Lounge Hollywood Casino, 1968 Miami St., 419-661-5200. hollywoodcasino.com Free

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Jimmy Buffett Tribute:

The beloved singer-songwriter will perform in the historic outdoor amphitheater. $59+. 8pm. The Toledo Zoo and Aquarium, 2 Hippo Way. 419-385-5721. toledozoo.org

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ZooToDO - Support the Toledo Zoo while enjoying food from over 50 local fine dining venues and live music on multiple stages at this black tie and tennis shoe extravaganza. $150. 6pm-midnight. Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way, 419-385-5721, ext.

2091. toledozoo.org/zootodo

- The annual Waterville summer festival has combined forces with the Anthony Wayne Area Arts Commission for an amazing day in downtown Waterville filled with art, music, food and drinks. 1pm-1:30am. Third Street, downtown Waterville. Find “Rock the Block” on Facebook. Free

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Centennial Terrace Summer Disco Party - The March of Dimes of North-

west Ohio’s annual summer fundraiser brings a night of dancing with live music from The Disco Inferno Band. 8pmmidnight. $30. Centennial Terrace, 5773 Centennial Rd., 419-885-7106. centennialterrace.org

Fleetfest: Summer BBQ - Hensville Park will be sizzlin’ with sweet and savory BBQ, live music, a performance from Bird’s Eye View Circus, and plenty of craft beer brewed right here in the 419. $15. Noon-6pm. Hensville, 406 Washington St., 419-720-6537. Hensvilletoledo.com

JUNE 24-25

52nd annual Crosby Festival of the Arts - The Toledo Botanical Gardens

brings us another year of our region’s premiere fine arts festival. Saturday and Sunday. $8/general. TBG members and children 12 and under are free. Preview party: 6-10pm on Friday ($85/in advance, $100/after June 10). 10am-6pm Saturday; 10am-4pm Sunday. $8, $7/advance, free/TBG members & children 12 and under. Toledo Botanical Garden, 5403 Elmer Dr. 419-536-5566. toledogarden.org

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Devour This

Rossford’s New Bistro, Devour, Is Local-Minded

By Jeff Klima One of the first interior design elements you’ll notice about Rossford’s new foodie haven, Devour, is a chalkboard that proudly proclaims all the local companies that Devour sources from. Treasuring its hometown roots, this business, owned by Ryan Bogdanski and Camille MacKinnon (wife of Rossford Mayor Neil MacKinnon III), seeks to expand on the NW Ohio flavor palette through innovative takes on comfort classics. Bogdanski, the former general manager at La Scola Italian Grill and a UT grad, has been around the food industry for the last 12 years. Continually changing the menu to play with what works, Bogdanski wants to keep people excited. “I just changed the menu up, actually,” Bogdanski said.

“The bacon jam grilled cheese was a

Culinary Fridays

Food Truck Fridays Downtown Maumee

This food truck rally coincides with the Maumee Farmers Market, and includes Rusty’s Road Trip, Rosie’s Rolling Chef, Deet’s BBQ, Nacho Daddy and Nick and Nino’s. This event is from 5-9pm every Friday until September 11. The corner of E. Wayne and Conant Streets. 419-740-0064.

Saturdays

Toledo Farmers Market: Downtown Market Toledo Farmers Market

Shop from local farmers and vendors at a true summer farmers market experience. The Downtown Market participates in the Food Bucks program, that gives tokens to use at the market for every dollar you spend. 8am-2pm every Saturday starting on May 6. Toledo Farmers Market, 525 Market Street in Downtown Toledo. 419-255-6765. toledofarmersmarket.com

Thursday 6.1

One Dish Dinners Foodology

This class teaches students how to cook one dish dinners that include Risotto, Spanish Paella, Gumbo, and Cookies-n-Cream Brownies. Students will also improve on their knife skills. 5:30-8:30pm. $40.

2059 W. Laskey, 567-970-7100. foodologytoledo.com

Saturday 6.3

Pistachio Joe’s Ice Cream Emporium Grand Opening Pistachio Joe’s Ice Cream Emporium

Stop by Pistachio Joe’s Ice Cream Emporium Grand Opening for a frozen treat along with karaoke, crafts, games and a performance from the Flying Pig Improv Troupe. Noon-9pm. 2445 Collingwood Blvd., 419-464-6535. pistachiojoes.com Free

Monday 6.5

Master Sommelier Larry O’Brien Wine Tasting Registry Bistro

A Master Sommelier Larry O’Brien presents a wine tasting at Registry Bistro. Master Sommelier, is a position only 230 people have been able to achieve.

6:30-8:30pm. $75. Registry Bistro, 144 N. Superior St., 419-725-0444. registrybistro.com

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(temporary) feature and it sold so well, we placed it on the menu. Any time you come in, there’ll be something different you can try.”

Located in the former space of Burger Bar 419, Devour is its own animal— and though they’re new, they’re already filling their booths with hungry and curious denizens. “Our menu is kind of diverse.

We have some more adventurous things along with the basic stuff,” says Bogdanski. “We serve (food) next door as well (the bar Billy V’s shares a door with Devour) and they like a lot of fried food and pub fare. We have something for everyone.”

The Appetizers

The entire appetizer list looked like it would happily satisfy our bellies, but with a pescatarian in the group, we couldn’t just go all in on the Meat and Cheese Board. Instead, we shut her up with the Dill Pickle Dip while we savaged the Beer Cheese Tots. The beer cheese

Tuesday 6.13

Unleash the Brews Earnest Brew Works

Devour co-owner, Ryan Bogdanski

Earnest Brew Works is throwing an Unleash the Brews event, a fundraiser where proceeds from the evening’s sales go to the Glass City Dog Park. Additionally, there will be raffles and events, including a Guess How Many Dog Bones contest. A food truck will be onsite. 4-10pm. Tuesday, June 13. $5 admission at the door. 4342 S. Detroit St., 419-340-2589. glasscitydogpark.org

Wednesday 6.14

Fun with Phyllo Dough Foodology

Learn how to cook using the Greek phyllo dough.

Students will cook spinach pie, baklava, and mini gyro pockets. Water, hot cocoa, lemonade, and coffee will be provided. 5:30-8pm. $45. 2059 W. Laskey, 567-970-7100. foodologytoledo.com

Tastings Saturdays

Wine Tasting Paula Brown Shop

After a stressful week relax at the Paula Brown Shop, which offers a wine tasting every Saturday.

Syd and Diane’s will provide snacks to complement the wine.12pm. Prices Vary. 912 Monroe St., 419-241-8100. sydanddianes.com, paula-brown-shop.myshopify.com

Saturday 6.3

Summer White Wines Walt Churchill’s Market

Walt Churchill’s Market invites you to sample some crisp summer white wines. 2-6pm. Prices of the samples vary. 3320 Briarfield Blvd., Maumee.

419-794-4000. waltchurchillsmarket.com

Saturday 6.10

Red Wine Tasting Walt Churchill’s Market

Learn which wines complement summer favorites like burgers, chicken, ribs and steak. 2-6pm. Prices of the samples vary. 3320 Briarfield Blvd., Maumee.

419-794-4000. waltchurchillsmarket.com

kicks the flavor up on this enormous pile of crispy tots (the way they ought to be!) along with tomatoes, bacon and chives. The Dill Pickle Dip turned out to be a fantastic choice, accompanied by enough chips to scrape the dip bowl clean (which will happen).

The Entrées

You can do your belly a serious solid with their entrées here. Running the gamut from salads to a taco option to sandwiches of many flavors, you’ll make many visits without repeating. And you’ll need to because each entrée selection has a gourmand twist that makes it unique to Devour. Their hot dog, the Bull Dog, is a masterfully piled assortment of foodcraft, featuring nacho cheese and their secret Devour sauce, all of which provides a southwestern kick. Their most popular option, the Short Rib Philly, takes you to the other side of the country and lives up to the hype with tender slices of beef paired with flavorful onions and peppers. If you can’t make it to Philly for real, Devour will take care of you.

And if you’ve got a hollow leg, Devour has the sandwich that will fill it. The Devour Dagwood, a mountain of meats, cheeses and fresh veggies between two slices of bread is meant for two. But if you welcome the challenge of the near impossible, you can certainly take this journey alone. “I did this more as a novelty,”Bogdanski says of the massive

club sandwich construction, “but we’ve sold 15 or 20 of them. We had one guy actually eat it by himself.”

The Desserts

Desserts at Devour are like a secret off-menu component that you have to unlock at the moment. Inquiring about a dessert option scored us some bread pudding, which was their only official option, but they gave a sneak peek of a potential dessert they’re messing with— fried apples and vanilla ice cream. Delicious! Hopefully this one makes the menu, because it will become a destination dessert. As in, ‘let’s go to Devour and get some fried apples with ice cream!’

For those of you who work near Rossford, hit this place up on your lunch break. The rest of us will have to settle for dinner. And of course, we’d be remiss if we didn’t mention that it also perfectly functions as a great beer-quaffing hangout, as they serve Maumee Bay Brewing Co. options while Black Swamp Brewing drafts are coming soon. You’ve done us proud with this one, Rossford.

Welcome to the Toledo Foodie Scene.

11am-9pm, Monday-Thursday; 11am-10pm, Friday; 4-8pm, Sunday.

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Feast like royalty when Food Truck Frenzy hits Secor Square! Sample many different foods from a rotating bevy of vendors on a weekly basis. Think popular local food trucks like The Displaced Chef, Jimmy Gâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Rosieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and a whole lot more. Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll also have live music accompaniment with acts like Lady Kay and saxophonist JBone. If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re interested in having your food truck included, call 704-561-5275. Every Wednesday from 5-8pm. Secor Square, 3379 Secor Rd.

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Flower fare

Want to attend a party that is based on food? Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d do well to try Black Carnation events. A series of dinners for locavores, the menus comprise seven-course meals constituted from foods available around the Great Lakes region. And with these hyper-seasonal revolving menus. no two dinners will be the same. They can accommodate up to 16 guests and all events are BYOB. If you have dietary restrictions, please notify them 48 hours in advance. Get your tickets early, particularly if you intend to show up with a group. The next event is Saturday, June 24 at 7pm. $60/per person, per dinner. Vistula City Club, 1447 N. Summit St., blackcarnationtol.com â&#x20AC;&#x201C;JK

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Family businesses are difficult, especially when they’re nearly-bankrupt. See how a creative son named Charlie kicks life back into the shoe factory he inherited from his father in Kinky Boots, the 2013 Tony Award winner for best musical. When Charlie meets Lola, a lively entertainer the unlikely duo teams up to earn kneehigh profits. Tuesday, June 6 - Sunday, June 11. Times vary. $38+. The Stranahan Theater, 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd., 419-381-8851. stranahantheater.org

After Fleming’s farewell

On May 13, lauded opera singer Renée Fleming performed at the Metropolitan Opera for the last time, bidding farewell to her mastered craft. For many, that was a final concert— but not for Toledoans. See the star soprano join the Toledo Symphony Orchestra for a one night performance. 8-11pm.

Wednesday, June 7. $49+, Toledo Museum of Art Peristyle, 2445 Monroe St., 419-246-8000.

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Timing is everything in a farcical production like “A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum” at the Toledo Rep.

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Australia ain’t just kangaroos— enjoy a bit of thunder from down under as The Naked Magicians reveal more than just their secrets. This dynamic duo of hot and hilarious magicians provide a saucy, R-rated magic show. Talk about “ab-racadabra.” 18+ only. 7pm. Friday, June 19. $20-$55.

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Throughout her long and prolific theatrical life, Amy Spalding-Heuring has been followed by the specters of Pseudolus, Marcus Lycus and the other characters from Stephen Sondheim’s legendary 1962 musical “A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum.”

Spalding-Heuring grew up in Northwest Ohio and, as a youngster, sang the show’s most famous song, “Comedy Tonight,” in a community theater show produced by her mother and grandmother. While in college, she performed it again as part of a Sondheim revue. When she was in her early 20’s, Amy directed veteran area performer Darlene Garand in the Oregon Community Theatre’s first musical, “The Music Man”. “(Donna Garand) played Domina in the Rep’s production [of ‘Forum’] in the early 80s,” Spalding-Huering explains, “And (Donna related), that was one of the pinnacles of her career as a community theater actress. It was the greatest show she had ever done. I heard that over and over again while I was directing.”

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By Jeff McGinnis

When word came that the Toledo Rep was again planning to stage “Forum” in 2017, Spalding-Heuring jumped at the chance to helm it. The classic musical-farce will take to the Rep’s stage beginning June 2.

“I think the key to its staying power is the humor,” Spalding-Heuring said.

“It’s a musical with classic humor.

It’s got the hidden identities, it’s got Pseudolus, the slave, who one-ups everyone, it’s got boy-meets-girl -- or courtesan -- boy falls in love with courtesan, boy loses courtesan to father,

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gets her back. And also just the fact that it is so fast-paced. The cast themselves leave a rehearsal laughing.”

Something Peculiar

Pace has proven to be the biggest challenge for the actors leading up to the show’s premiere. Spalding-Heuring noted how her cast has worked tirelessly in rehearsals to get the timing down for the show’s complicated farcical moments, including its climactic chase scene.

Much of the show’s humor and timing centers on the role of Pseudolus, the slave attempting to win freedom.

The character doubles as the narrator who communicates with the audience directly. Spalding-Heuring noted how she kept an open mind on the type of actor she would cast for the role.

“We had several capable ‘Pseudoli’ audition. And Lane Hakel, who plays Pseudolus, certainly fit the bill. He’s very, very funny, he’s very kind, and that comes across in the character.”

Something For Everyone

As Repertoire audiences take in some “Comedy Tonight” beginning June 2, Spalding-Heuring’s thoughts turn again to Darlene Garand, who passed away in 2012.

“For me, this is truly a labor of love. Hopefully Darlene will watch it in Heaven and look at it and say, ‘You know Amy, you did just fine.’”

“A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum” will run at the Toledo Repertoire from June 2 through June 18. Tickets are $25 for adults, with reduced rates for seniors and students. For more information, visit toledorep.org.

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Back to the Fleetwood’s

Watch Back to the Future the way it was meant to be seen: from the comfort of a lawn chair in a public park! During Fleetwood’s Movie Nights, the outdoor concert stage in Hensville Park transforms into a giant movie screen that shows family friendly flicks all summer long. On Saturday, June 3, the time travel adventure starring Christopher Lloyd and Michael J. Fox will be blasting on screen. The comedic tale of Fox accidentally travelling back in time and having to fix his parents marriage is the gold standard in time travel films. 9-11:30pm. Saturday, June 5. Hensville Park, Monroe St. and N. St. Clair St. 419-725-4367. hensvilletoledo.com Free

An offer you can’t refuse

Cue the emotional violin music for Francis Ford Coppola’s powerful film adaptation of Mario Puzo’s classic novel, The Godfather. Part of Fathom Events’ presentation of TCM’s Big Screen Classics, the film will be prefaced with commentary by Ben Mankiewicz and Tiffany Vazquez— not that you’ll need an explanation to enjoy this lush, epic tale with a powerful score.

Four showtimes available spread across two days. 2pm, 7pm, Sunday, June 4 and Wednesday, June 7. $8/matinee $10.25/ evening. Franklin Park 16, 5001 Monroe St., 419-472-2324. fathomevents.com

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CITY PAGES A gentleman in Toledo

The Toledo Lucas County Public Library is home to the Literati Club. The group, which does fundraising and literacy-raising events, is promoting the latter, with its After Hours Event featuring author Amor Towles, known for his books Rules of Civility and A Gentleman in Moscow. Towles will speak about both novels and answer questions.

Books signed by the author will be available for purchase. 7-8:30pm. Friday, June 9. Toledo Lucas County Public Library Maumee Branch, 501 River Rd., Maumee. 419-259-5360. toledolibrary.org Free

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The Toledo/Tracey Chevalier love affair continues!

Chevalier, who was recently in town to speak at the Toledo Museum of Art (read our interview with the author online at toledocitypaper.com), is the focus of the Toledo Book Club’s next discussion. Chevalier’s hit novel Girl With A Pearl Earring will be read and discussed when the group holds their next meeting. This is the fictionalized tale of real-life painter Johannes Vermeer and the muse for his most famous painting. New members always welcome.

No charge. You don’t even have to have read the novel to be included; come and meet fellow book enthusiasts.

7pm. Thursday, June 1. Panera Bread, 491 W. Dussel Dr., Maumee. 419-897-7800. meetup.com Free

Sharing History UT professor’s classic book brings Iroquois history to life Written by Jeff McGinnis

“In Native American circles, it is traditional for the grandparents to tell the ‘rising generations,’ their grandchildren, tales of the Old Times. When a child is ready to learn, she will come to a trusted Elder, respectfully requesting that Elder to tell her of times past.”

--Barbara Alice Mann, PhD, introduction to “Land of the Three Miamis” Over a decade ago, University of Toledo Press began to compile a collection of works dedicated to the histories of various ethnic groups in the Toledo area. Dr. Thomas Barton, director of UT Press, wanted to include a book about the area’s Indigenous people, so he approached Dr. Barbara Alice Mann, UT associate professor, whose volumes of work on Native American history are widely respected.

“At first, in full historian-mode, I was planning to use research, footnotes, and a bibliography, but Tom wanted just a recital of oral traditions. Thus, I wrote up the traditions that applied to this area,” Mann explained.

Passing along history

The end result, “Land of the Three Miamis,” is a fascinating and engrossing read, as Mann adopts the voice of an Iroquois elder, passing along the history of their culture to her granddaughter. Though it has the feel of an incredibly personal tome, in contrast to her previous scholarly work, Mann said the structure and language of the book came quite naturally.

“It was no challenge at all,” Mann said. “In fact, one of my first books (‘Iroquoian Women: The Gantowisas’ [New York: Lang, 2000]) was done in this style, and it became one of the publisher’s most successful books, so I

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knew already that it worked, although in ‘Gantowisas,’ I did, indeed, use endnotes and a bibliography.”

The book tells the history of the Iroquois people from the dawn of time through present day, though as Mann herself notes, the nature of these traditional narratives is complicated.

Beyond the heavily gendered roles in Iroquois verbal traditions, meaning there are different variations on these histories for both men and women, the most dramatic impact on the cultural history was caused by the invasion of European settlers. (Mann minces no words in referring to it as genocide.)

Too many Indigenous people today fall into the Western trap of thinking that there is only one ‘right’ version of tradition, with any other version debased or downright fraudulent, whereas the actual Indigenous attitude is that all versions of tradition are simultaneously true.”

Out loud, again

The end result of “Land of the Three Miamis” is a work that remains engaging and important, and stands as part of a growing interest in the passing of Native American traditions -- which, Mann noted, were actually outlawed in America until the American Indian Freedom of Religion Act in 1978.

“Once it became legal again for American Indians to claim and tell their own traditions, a lot of people who knew them in whispers started telling them out loud, again,” she said.

For more information on “Land of the Three Miamis,” to read a preview or order a copy, visit: http://www.utoledopress.com/Land_of_ Three_Miamis.html

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At the Circus, Before a Sideshow The Curious Transformation of Steven J. Athanas

By Athena Cocoves

New works by Steven J. Athanas introduce the imagined characters with watercolor, ink and “pomes”— the artist’s unique form of poetry.

“… oh! Lydia, the champ of them all…. for two bits she will do a Mazurka in Jazz... with a view of Niagra that no artist has… you can learn a lot from Lydia....”

The last time prolific-Toledo frontman, artist, and poet Steven Athanas was on stage was with his former band the Coosters at a downtown bar, playing a song made famous by Groucho Marx in the 1939 film At the Circus: “Lydia, The Tattooed Lady.”

After the song ended, the bar owner whispered to him, “Can you play The Beatles?”

Athanas laughs about it. Sort of. That night, he was trying to play eclectic favorites and originals and demands for specific covers were as common as they were frustrating. So, after decades spent as the high-energy lead singer of bar bands, Athanas found himself ready to bid farewell to the stage: “I just got to a point where I had to admit I ain’t no Mick Jagger... now, I’m trying to rebuild.”

But he isn’t doing that alone. He’s bringing all the freaks living inside his head with him. On Friday, June 2, Athanas will introduce twelve imagined, curious characters in Evan St. Jasthane’s Astounding Sideshow, a solo exhibition of watercolors and inks at the Hudson Gallery.

Creative adjustments

Athanas was inspired to swap the music stage for the art studio by the same guy who first influenced him. “There’s a common denominator in both music and art, John Lennon— and those other three guys obviously tag along, too.”

Athanas bought Meet The Beatles when he was ten— “I absorbed everything I could get my hands on by them”— but Lennon’s two books of nonsensical poems, drawings and stories, A Spaniard in the Works and In His Own Write, were his biggest influence. In Lennon’s genre-defying books, Athanas saw opportunity and freedom.

“I like to escape,” he explains. “I don’t do drugs, so I escape through different forms of art. You could probably say I try to shun reality in my art. Some of the characters I’ll present in this show have been born from just putting the pencil to paper and doodling.

Sometimes, everything just spews out of me. The process is cathartic.”

Imaginary friends

Represented with heavy pigments, fine lines, the unintended consequences of mistakes he refuses to erase and the artist’s free verse poetry, which he calls ‘pomes’— “I don’t think they’re worthy of Walt Whitman and E.E. Cummings or any of those cats, so I take it down a notch”— the artist’s twelve characters act more like funhouse mirrors than individuals.

On view is a boy that’s part lobster, developed by the artist over a decade ago: “He’s probably archetypical of someone who has a beauty that’s not recognized.” Less depressing characters include a monster who eats bands like Journey and Ratt: “He can’t stand their music and thinks he is doing the world a favor… and I tend to believe that.”

For Evan St. Jasthane’s Astounding Sideshow, Athanas will introduce audiences to his freaks by nailing them to the wall. No surprise, considering how he seems to enjoys underplaying his work. However, I’m sure if he ever became willing to spell “pomes” correctly he would also start framing his art.

Opening Reception: 6-8pm on Friday, June 2. Through June 30.

Hudson Gallery, 5645 N. Main St., Sylvania. 419-885-8381. hudsongallery.net

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Something’s in the water

Inspiring images in the American Frame Showroom

The gallery will offer two exhibitions in June. Catch them before their last day on Friday, June 30.

First up, local artist Sue Stewart’s solo show Mystic Images will debut on June 1, offering abstract works done with acrylic inks, water and colored pencil.

Hear more during Stewart’s artist talk on Friday, June 2 from 5-7pm.

Next, watercolor enthusiasts will find inspiring images as the 2017 Ohio Watercolor Society Traveling Show stops in the gallery on Monday, June 5. Hear from the artists during an artist talk on Friday, June 9 from 5-7pm.

American Frame Showroom, 400 Tomahawk Dr., 419-887-8030. americanframe.com/showroom.aspx Free

Working with watercolors can be intimidating. Even with abstract compositions, technique is everything.

Learn the basics during award-winning artist Larry Golba’s Watercolor Series titled “Tree Studies” at River Centre Gallery. Whether you’re an adult without any artistic experience (or talent), or just want to hone your skills, this six-week course will offer the basics of watercolor with step-by-step instructions. This first session is the debut of an ongoing series, with more classes to follow. $180. 6-8:30pm on Wednesdays, beginning June 7. River Centre Gallery, 5679 Main St., Sylvania.

419-882-8949. rivercentregallery.com ­—AC

Ongoing “FLUX” Art Exhibition - Celebrate the 24

years of business for the Angelwood Gallery, through a show that features over 20 regional artists from multiple different medias. The Gallery owner, Julie A. Beutler, showcases over 100 pieces of pottery. The gallery is open from 11am-7pm through June 18. Angelwood Gallery, 24195 Front St., Grand Rapids.

419-832-0625. angelwoodartgallery.com

Call for Artists - The Sylvania Community Arts Commission is looking for artists to transform six electric and utility boxes into works of art. Artists are allowed to submit up to three designs. Applications will be accepted until June 23. $5/one submission, $10/three submission. Downtown Sylvania and Red Bird Art District, 5725 Main St., Sylvania.

419-517-0118. sylvaniaarts.org The Poster Show - Posters use a wide range of graphic design techniques to give meaning to its subject. The Paula Brown Shop offers a look at Toledo’s best graphic designers in this art exhibit that showcases posters.

Through July 7. The Pub at Paula Brown, 912 Monroe St., 419-241-8100. paulabrownshop.com Nature Morte - British born

artist Joanna Manousis brings her largest solo exhibition to River House Arts. Manousis is a glass artist whose work has been presented in the Toledo Museum of Art’s Glass Pavilion. Open during normal hours, through June 17.

River House Arts, 425 Jefferson., 419-441-4025. river-house-arts.com Free

Friday 6.2 Adult Throwing - This adult pottery class

gives students an intensive study along with individual attention from the teacher. The class will include several demos. 9am-4pm. $80.

577 Foundation, 577 East Front St., Perrysburg.

419-874-4174. 577foundation.org

Saturday 6.3 2017 Maple and Main Art Fair -

Downtown Sylvania hosts the 6th annual Maple and Main Art Fair, which features over 100 artists and musicians. Food and drink vendors will be available. 11am, June 3rd. 10am, June 4. Sylvania Community Arts Commission, 5725 Main St, Sylvania. 419-517-0118. sylvaniaarts.org

Tuesday 6.6 Drink and Draw - The Art Supply Depo

offers the opportunity to sketch a nude model.

Artists are welcome to bring their favorite drink for the session. Drink and Draw occurs the first Tuesday of every month. Participants are asked to bring their own drinks and drawing tools.

7-10pm. $10. The Art Supply Depo, 29 S St Clair St., 419-720-6462. artsupplydepo.com

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Thursday 6.8 Introduction to Fusing - Prism

GlassWorks teaches the basics of glass fusing.

The class starts with a lecture to explain the concepts of glass fusion theory. Students will then create 10 glass cabochons, which can then be turned into a pendant or magnet. No experience is required. 6-8pm. $95. Prism GlassWorks Ltd., 102 W. Wayne St, Maumee. 419-897-4100. facebook.com/PrismGlassworksLtd

Friday 6.9 10th Annual Fiber 577 - Celebrate fiber

art mediums through demonstrations, lectures, workshops and exhibits. Listen to a lecture on June 9 by Cleveland artist Christine Mauersberger, who will talk about her creative process.

The workshops focus on both beginner and advanced skill levels. 9am-4:30pm. Event prices vary. 577 Foundation, 577 East Front St., Perrysburg. 419-874-4174. 577foundation.org

The Toledo Federation of Arts Society’s 100th Birthday Celebration

The Toledo Federation of Arts Society celebrates its 100th birthday with an open house that will feature artwork from its long history. Wine, snacks and birthday cake will be provided.

6-9pm. The Porter Gallery at the Toledo School for the Arts, 333 14th St., 419-824-3685.

Find the Toledo Federation of Art Societies on Facebook.

Art House Film Series: Called to Walls - This documentary focuses on the top-

ics of community based art in middle America.

See how artists use their medium to evaluate their histories, hometowns and futures. 7-9pm.

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

Saturday 6.10 2nd Annual Point Place Chalk Walk Friendship Park invites all chalk artists to help decorate the sidewalk. Each artist is given a 5’x6’ section of the sidewalk to create their masterpiece . Proceeds benefit the park. Best of show prize decided by participating artists.

10am-4pm. $5. Friendship Park Community Center, 2930 131st St., 419-936-3079. friendshipparktoledo.org Glass Art Workshop: Ice Cream Cone -

A Toledo Museum of Art Instructor will guide you through the art of creating glass objects.

This session’s glass ice cream cone art piece looks almost good enough to eat. No experience is necessary. Noon-1pm. $30/members, $40/ non-members. The Toledo Museum of Art. 2445 Monroe St., 419-255-8000. toledomusuem.org

Master of the Galaxy + The Spray Can- Visual artist, Phybr, will walk students

through techniques of using spray cans.

Students will paint galaxies, stars and nebulas.

Participants can buy supplies at the Art Supply Depo. 1:30-4:30pm. $70. The Art Supply Depo, 29 S. Saint Clair St., 419-720-6462. artsupplydepo.com

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Smokinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Good Blues Third Street Cigar Records releases their first album

By Jeff Klima

Saying that Third Street Cigar is just a cigar shop, is akin to claiming that the Declaration of Independence is just a history paper. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just so much more going on at this Waterville smoking hub than burning leaves and b-s-ing about politics. Not that those pursuits arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t noble, but owners John Henry, Dave Webb and Zach Szabo are about maximizing the space they have. In addition to the three sitting rooms for cigar consumption (one, a members-only lounge tucked away discreetly in the back is frequented by a whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s who of local celebs), a fully stocked humidor boasting an excellent selection of brand name smoke sticks, the assorted collection of smoking

or Toronto and so weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re a perfect middle ground for them to stop. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve had Scott Ellis, Kellie Ritchie, Jeff Jensenâ&#x20AC;Ś quite a few national acts.â&#x20AC;? Converting their upstairs smoking area into a stage of sorts, Third Street Cigar hosts numerous concerts throughout the year, providing a cozy venue that allows for an intimate listening experienceâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; with smoking, of course. It adds a cool haze to the space and takes you back to a, letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s say, less complicated era. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We also do a lot of charity functions,â&#x20AC;? Henry adds. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Last year we raised over $50,000 for various charities.â&#x20AC;? Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an impressive aim for what could be just another smoking establishment. They also host stand-up comedy nights, educational events, a young professional business lecture series, cigar industry legends, outdoor festivals and more. But their newest venture is arguably their most excitingâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; taking their collected love of music to the next level, the group has started a record label.

Fulfilling dreams

accessories for sale including pipes and high-end butane lighters and branded merchandise boasting the Third Street Cigar logo, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also a lifestyle and philanthropy element to the business.

Blues Cues

â&#x20AC;&#x153;We bring in national and local artists, primarily blues artists, Henry said of the loungeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s affinity for music. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re fortunate that we get a lot of these musicians that are coming from Indianapolis or Chicago and theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re heading towards New York

Bobby G with Curtis Grant, Jr. and the Midnight Rockers played the night Third Street Cigar opened, and now three years later, the bandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s CD is the first release from Third Street Cigar Records. With producer Johnny Rawls doing the mixing, their album, Still Standing, features a collection of 10 original songs performed by the 73-year-old bluesman singer and his band.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s great cruising music, perfect for a long, casual trek down I-75 with one hand griping the wheel, while the other taps a beat. The first recording opportunity for Bobby G and â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Worst Feelingâ&#x20AC;? is a particular highlight. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think the future is to continually build our brand,â&#x20AC;? Henry says of the space. Our brand isâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re selling an experience. Yes, we sell cigars, but weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re selling an experience whether youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re in that front area or whether youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re in the back lounge or whether

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame West? The walls at Third Street Cigar are covered in photos from blues and rock concerts that actually took place in Toledo. you came to see entertainment, we want you to walk away with an experience where you say, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;I thought that was pretty cool and something different.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;?

The future

The recording business is one they plan to continue engaging in as the opportunities present themselves.

And the cigar business, and the philanthropy, and the merchandising, andâ&#x20AC;Ś well, whatever strikes their fancy. They just bought a giant industrial grill and smoker, a huge trailer-towed behe-

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online EXCLUSIVE: Since 1967, The Echoes of Poland, now Toledoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s only Polish dance group, have graced Toledo and surrounding areas with award-winning, authentic renditions of traditional Polish song and dance. On Sunday, June 11 theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll celebrate their 50th anniversary in a performance with the Polish American Concert Band at the Ohio Theatre on Lagrange Street. Read more about legendary dance ensembleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s performance online at ToledoCityPaper.com.

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Purchase copies of Still Standing online in digital or CD format on cdbaby.com, Amazon and other online retailers. Or pick up copies at Third Street Cigar, 20 N. 3rd St., Waterville.

419-441-0020. thirdstreetcigars.com; 10am-10pm, Sunday-Thursday; 10am-midnight; Friday-Saturday.

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wed, may 31

Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

Bar 145: Chris Knopp & FriendsFrankie’s: Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, MBK My Brothers Keeper, Nadeem, C-Fifth, Sly of Hated By Most Music Art and Performance Center of West Toledo: Addison Schmidt

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

Local Thyme: Dusty Lane, Jessica Kuohn Ye Olde Cock n’ Bull: Danny Mettler

Jazz, Blues, R&B

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

Ye Olde Cock n’ Bull: Barile and May The NINE: Aayan Naim Sodbuster Bar: Duet-To-It Majestic Oak Winery: Carolyn Hock Bozo’s Bar and Grille: Chris Knopp Rocky’s Bar: Megan Fitzpatrick and Jonny K Toledo Museum of Art: Jean Holden Nick & Jimmy’s Bar and Grill:Tom Clawson Martini & Nuzzi’s: Chad Greenwald Shawn’s Irish Tavern: James Adkins Homeslice: The Whiskey Charmers

Sodbuster Bar: Ragtime Rick & His Chefs of Dixieland

Country & Bluegrass

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Dégagé Jazz Cafe: Open Mic Night The Claddagh: Name that Tune Bier Stube: Karaoke Pat and Dandy: Name That Tune South End Bar & Grille: Black Ice Jam

Thurs, June 1

Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

Ottawa Tavern: Groovement, Baccano, The Essentials Realm: DubtronicA, Wyld Stallyns 129 Lounge: 496 West Blessed Sacrament Parish Festival: Athens Wheeler The Roadhouse: Rodney Parker and Liberty Beach Bavarian Sports Club: The Alex Meixner Band Straight Outta Toledo

Jazz, Blues, R&B

Ye Olde Durty Bird: Ben Maloney Duo The Summit: Jazz Showcase

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

Ye Olde Cock n’ Bull: Captain Sweet Shoes The Bronze Boar: Jason Hudson Sodbuster Bar: I Got a Phone Call: An Acoustic Duo featuring Joe Reiner & Don Proctor The Blarney Irish Pub: Rick Whited Bozo’s Bar and Grille: Sarah Brosch Levis Commons: Kyle White Chuck’s On Monroe: Calen Savidge Maumee Indoor Theater: Hector Mendoza

Other

Bier Stube: Karaoke, Lip Syncing Howard’s Club H: Open Mic Chateau Tebeau Vineyard & Winery: Open Mic

fri, June 2

Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

Ye Olde Durty Bird: Vintage Riff Ye Olde Cock n’ Bull: Joe Woods Band Bar 145: Splendid Chaos The Bronze Boar: Shane Piasecki The Ottawa Tavern: The Dougouts, TroubleGiant, Canceled Out, Tear Off/Clean Up Frankie’s: Convictions, Castle No Kings, Northern Shores, The Harbor Divide, After The Ashes Bier Stube: High Mileage The Blarney Irish Pub: Greenacre Sessions Howard’s Club H: Corduroy Road The Village Idiot: The Appleseed Collective Chateau Tebeau Vineyard & Winery: Free Wild Realm: Tree No Leaves, MC’s BREED, Black Market RX Agnes Reynolds Jackson Arboretum: Kentucky Chrome Blessed Sacrament Parish Festival: Nu-Tones Wesleys Bar: Old School Fridays

Fleetwood’s Tap Room: Last Born Sons

mon, June 3

Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

Ye Olde Durty Bird: Joe Boes & His Noble Jones Pat and Dandy’s: Skoobie Snaks Acoustical Ye Olde Cock n’ Bull: Zodiak Click Bar 145: Pop Rocks Frankie’s: Mary Jane Effect, K.O.G.A., Chris Cali, Defonix, T JAKS, HiZe, Suave Da Kyd, Morgan Tyler The Ottawa Tavern: JamGrass Night, ind’grass, Stonehouse The Blarney Irish Pub: Rock Candy Howard’s Club H: Unkempt Herald, Spilled Milk, Blessed Majestic Oak Winery: Distant Cousinz Realm: BATHHOUSEBETTY, Freak Box, Vicious Holiday, Splitt Second, HELLGHiLLiES, Trash Cat Maple and Main Fair: Roth Gramza, AAron Stark, Ben Stalets, Nathan Roberts, Angel Tipping, Slocan Ramblers, Table Forty 4: Radio Traffic, Adam SoRelle Blessed Sacrament Parish Festival: The Bridges

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The NINE: Stella, Manley & Beagle Chateau Tebeau Vineyard & Winery: JD Owen Bozo’s Bar and Grille: Tony Salazar

Country & Bluegrass

Tues, June 6

Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

The Village Idiot: Black Irish Texas

Jazz, Blues, R&B

Ye Olde Durty Bird: Ross Thompson & The Jazz Mix Club Soda: Swingmania

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

The Bronze Boar: Ryan Dunlap Fleetwood’s Tap Room: Jeff Stewart The Village Idiot: Barile and May Papa’s Tavern: Adam SoRelle Bier Stube: Karaoke Howard’s Club H: Karaoke Rocky’s Bar: Open Jam with Joel Hasard and Mark Sentle Sofia Quintero Art and Cultural Center: Open Mic Night

wed, June 7

Jazz, Blues, R&B

Jazz, Blues, R&B

Third Street Cigar: The Buzzurd Blues Band

Other

Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

Ye Olde Cock n’ Bull: Genre Ties The Ottawa Tavern: Amelia Airharts, Vanessa Silberman, The Love Dimension, The Lonely Friends Maple and Main Fair: Screams and Whispers, Kentucky Chrome Art and Performance Center of West Toledo: Jeffrey Oliver Blessed Sacrament Parish Festival: Badinov and a touch of J.R. The Roadhouse: Boffo

Majestic Oak Winery: Brad Burkhart

Jazz, Blues, R&B

Ye Olde Durty Bird: Lori Lefevre Johnson

Ye Olde Durty Bird: Tony Salazar Jr Ye Olde Cock n’ Bull: Danny Mettler Fleetwood’s Tap Room: Jeff Stewart Fleetwood’s Tap Room: Dave Carpenter The Village Idiot: Bobby Bare Jr. Grace Lutheran Church: Abby Paskvan The Main Library: Jeff Williams Group

Other

Pat and Dandy’s: Name That Tune Bier Stube: Karaoke & Lip Syncing The Claddagh: Name that Tune South End Bar & Grille: Black Ice Jam

Thurs, June 8

Bar 145: DJ Jay Herbert Stella’s Restaurant: Johnny Rod Amaya’s Fresh Mexican Grill: Hippie Chick The Roadhouse: Fatmouth Charlie Chuck’s on Monroe: Joe Woods

The NINE: Tim Oehlers The Blarney Irish Pub: Kyle Smithers Bozo’s Bar and Grille: Pat Lewandowski Te’Kela: Ryan Dunlap

Jazz, Blues, R&B

Ye Olde Durty Bird: Kelly Broadway Levis Commons: The Good, The Bad and the Blues The Summit: Jazz Showcase

Other

fri, June 9

Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

Other

Ye Olde Durty Bird: Hepcat Revival Pat and Dandy’s: Vett 13 Ye Olde Cock n’ Bull: Kids with Knives Bar 145: Arctic Clam

Bier Stube: Open Jam Our Brothers Place: Open Mic Night

Celebrate the life and legacy of jazz legend Ella Fitzgerald during

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

Bier Stube: Karaoke & Lip Syncing Howard’s Club H: Open Mic Papa’s Tavern: Buzz Anderson and the Steak Dinners Open Jam

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

Memories of Ella

The Roadhouse: Bourbon Cowboys

Ye Olde Cock n’ Bull: Captain Sweet Shoes The Bronze Boar: Jason Hudson

sun, June 4

Toledo guitarist Hector Mendoza will present a rare treat— a concert outside of his regular open mic performances. Born in Lima, Peru, the acoustic guitarist will offer an evening of Latin, Classical and Jazz music during his first Toledo recital. This fundraising event is to help support Mendoza’s college expenses. 7-8pm. Thursday, June 1. The Maumee Indoor Theatre, 601 Conant St., 419-897-8902. facebook.com/HectorMendozaGuitarist Free, but a $10 donation is strongly encouraged. Free

Country & Bluegrass

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

Bier Stube: Karaoke

Latin strings

Sodbuster Bar: Ragtime Rick & His Chefs of Dixieland

Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

The Bronze Boar: Last Born Sons

Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

The Bronze Boar: Kyle Smithers

Other

Bier Stube: Karaoke

mon, June 5

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

the next Toledo Jazz Orchestra Bistro Series: Tribute to Ella, featuring vocalist Lori Lefevre. This intimate concert will pair Lefevre, who boasts three decades of jazz performances in NW Ohio, with the Toledo Jazz Orchestra to bring Fitzgerald favorites to Registry Bistro. Nosh on h’oeudvres, included with admission. $30.

6-7:30pm. Thursday, June 15. Registry Bistro, 144 N. Superior St., 567-280-OTJO. toledojazz.org

The Bronze Boar: Zodiac Click Frankie’s: Patmos, Harrowsfield, The Melon Collies, Hollow Skies, Kids and the Rangler The Ottawa Tavern: Good Personalities, Lung, House Tours, Gutterball Bier Stube: The Cheeks Howard’s Club H: Ugly Fat Woman Mail Pouch Saloon: Jess Ica Local Thyme: Carolyn Hock Wesleys Bar: Old School Fridays

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

Ye Olde Cock n’ Bull: Barile and May The NINE: Calen Savidge The Blarney Irish Pub: Katie’s Randy Cat Majestic Oak Winery: Zak Ward Chateau Tebeau Vineyard & Winery: Kevin VanSickle Bozo’s Bar and Grille: TNT Acoustic

Jazz, Blues, R&B

Our Brother’s Place: One Single Rose, Pearl’s Plays

Country & Bluegrass

Fleetwood’s Tap Room: Ryan Roth & The Sideshow Rocky’s Bar: Old State Line

Other

Bier Stube: Karaoke & Lip Syncing

sat, June 10

Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

Ye Olde Durty Bird: Stonehouse Pat and Dandy’s: Did Primos Ye Olde Cock n’ Bull: Sugar Pax Bar 145: The Players Club The Bronze Boar: Beg to Differ Fleetwood’s Tap Room: Bobby G & Friends Frankie’s: Hated By Most Music, Ninja2chow, 1837izmee, Hollowpoint Records, Riley Sager, Tskii, KinoLavish$, Philay Mignon The Blarney Irish Pub: The 25’s The Village Idiot: Erica Blinn Hollywood Casino: Parrotbeach (Jimmy Buffet Tribute) Seagate Convention Center: Toledo Music Festival featuring Nonpoint Mail Pouch Saloon: James Adkins Doc Watson’s: Dragonfly

Jazz, Blues, R&B

Toledo Police Museum: Jazz at the Museum

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

The NINE: Jeff Stewart Majestic Oak Winery: Engine 19

Ye Olde Durty Bird: The New Mondays

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Chateau Tebeau Vineyard & Winery: Rick & Amber Bozo’s Bar and Grille: Hector Mendoza Manhattan’s Pub n’ Cheer: Ryan Dunlap

Other

Bier Stube: Karaoke & Lip Syncing

Club Soda: Swingmania

Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

Ye Olde Cock n’ Bull: Genre Ties Frankie’s: Twiztid, G-Mo Skee, Young Wicked, Gorilla Voltage, Body Bag Syndikate, Sly Till I Die, Joshua Dunn, 10/31, Karnage, Killa King Art and Performance Center of West Toledo: Jon Roth The Roadshow: Bubba Wilson

Majestic Oak Winery: Sarah Brosch The Ohio Theatre: Echoes of Poland Toledo Zoo and Aquarium: Paul Simon

Ye Olde Durty Bird: Alta & Matt DeChamplain Calvino’s Restaurant: One Single Rose Bier Stube: Open Jam Our Brothers Place: Open Mic Night

mon, June 12

Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

Ye Olde Durty Bird: The New Mondays

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

The Bronze Boar: Kyle Smithers

tues, June 13

Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

Ye Olde Durty Bird: Amelia Airharts

Other

Bier Stube: Karaoke & Lip Syncing Howard’s Club H: Karaoke Rocky’s Bar: Open Mic with Kyle Smithers

Fleetwood’s Tap Room: Dave Carpenter Frankie’s: Saliva, The Everyday Losers, Breaking Grace, BATHHOUSEBETTY, Lost in Chicago The Ottawa Tavern: The Old Breed, Hudson Falcons, Canceled Out, Take Weight Art and Performance Center of West Toledo: Lucian Townes The Main Library: Xplosivo The Four Horsemen: Johnny Rod

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Jazz, Blues, R&B

Sodbuster Bar: Ragtime Rick & His Chefs of Dixieland

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

The NINE: Jeff Stewart Ye Olde Durty Bird: Steve Kennedy Ye Olde Cock n’ Bull: Danny Mettler The Roadhouse: Gypsy Luvin’

Other

Pat and Dandy’s: Name That Tune Bier Stube: Karaoke & Lip Syncing The Claddagh: Name that Tune

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Other

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Are you a true Toledoan?

[Film] 5th Annual Toledo Jewish Film Festival The films presented all touch on the Jewish experience. Come out and see the film The Pickle Recipe at 7pm on June 5, and The Midnight Orchestra at 7pm on June 12. $7/per film. Franciscan Center, 6832 Convent Blvd., 419-885-4461. jewishtoledo.org

How well do you know the Toledo Area?

The Main Branch of the Toledo Lucas County Public Library challenges you to identify beautiful Toledo Landmarks through a scavenger hunt quiz. Guests who participate will be put into a raffle on August 7 for the chance at fabulous prizes.

The ongoing scavenger hunt will take place during normal library hours in the month of June. Toledo Lucas County Public Library, 325 N Michigan St., 419-259-5200. toledolibrary.org Free

Thursday 6.8 [Misc.]

Mills Race Party - Celebrate the Toledo Yacht Clubs Mills Race with live music food and drinks. TSA Steel Drum Band and East River Drive Band will be performing. 6-11:30pm. $10.

The Toledo Yacht Club, 3900 N. Summit St., 419-726-3485. Find the Toledo Yacht Club on Facebook.

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Have you spent countless hours watching 4. Blessed Sacrament Parish, reruns ofNoon, HowJune I Met Your Mother? Do you 4227 Bellevue Rd., 419-472-2288. think youblessedsacramenttoledo.com know all there is about Ted Mosby and the gang? Put your knowledge to the test at this themed Trivia night at the Claddagh Irish Pub. Teams Friday 6.2will compete for multiple cash prizes.The night will also include Marvel and [Theater] DC comic-themed cocktails. 7:30-9:30pm, Tuesday, June 6. The Claddagh Irish Pub, 5001 Monroe A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the St., 419-472-1414. claddaghirishpubs.com/toledo Forum - This high-energy slapstick comedy musical parodies the classic roman plays.

Pseudolus, a slave who helps his owner win Cruisin’ on a Monday the affection of a beautiful girl in exchange for The first Monday of the month bringshiscars, freedom. 8pm. $7.75 - $24.75. The Toledo burnouts, music and more to Mayberry Repertoire Theatre, 16 West 10th St., Square with Mayberry Cruise and Burnouts.

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The cars roll out and are on display from 5-8pm.

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Drivers will start the burnouts at 7pm. Guests will also enjoy live music, 50/50 raffle, food andGarage more. Sales in the Village of Whitehouse Find that hidden treasure at the Village of White5-8pm. Monday, June 5. Mayberry Square, Centennial house garage sale. 9am on June 2-3. The Village Rd., Sylvania. facebook.com/mayberrydreamcruise of Whitehouse, 6925 Providence St.,Whitehouse.

419-877-5383. whitehouseoh.gov Free

Wednesday 5.31 [Comedy] Unfiltered Improv - The Toledo’s own improv comedy group, Unfiltered Improv, will bring their own brand of comedy to the Black Cloister Brewery. The troupe will build hilarious scenes based off the audiences suggestions. 7:30-9:30pm. The Black Cloister Brewing Company, 619 Monroe St., 419-214-1500. Find Unfiltered - Toledo’s Premier Improv Troupe on Facebook Free

Thursday 6.1 [Theater] OVO from Cirque du Soleil - High flying acts and acrobatics will transport audiences to an ecosystem filled with insect life in Cirque’s newest traveling show. May31- June 2/7:30pm, June 3/ 3pm, 7:30pm, June 4/1:30pm, 5pm $25-$150.

The Huntington Center, 500 Jefferson Ave., 419-255-3300. huntingtoncentertoledo.com

[Festival] Blessed Sacrament Parish Festival - The annual parish festival returns with music, food, beverages, rides, bingo, kids games and a vendor sale. 6pm, June 1. 5pm, June 2. 2pm, June 3.

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Saturday 6.3 [Theater] Masterworks Chorale: Collage - This performance of the Masterworks Chorale will consist of folk songs and popular music around the globe, and will feature artists from the Ballet Theatre of Toledo and The Junior Choral Society.

8pm. $25-$30. The Valentine Theatre, 410 Adams St., 419-242-2787. valentinetheatre.com

[Comedy] T-Town’s Funniest Chicks: A Night of Comedy Improv with Musical Guests - Enjoy a night of comedy with local comedians Mary Sobecki and Krista Schneider, who will both perform stand up and improv comedy. After their act, there will be a live performance from the band The Glendale Groove. 6:30pm. $15. the First Unitarian Church of Toledo, 3205 Glendale Ave., 419-381-6999. utoledo.org

[Dance] Swing, Swing, Swing Dance Competition Bring your favorite dance partner to a swing dance competition for a chance to win $5,000.

There will be hors d’oeuvres, refreshments and live music from Jeff McDonald Swing Band.

7-11pm. $25/per person to enter the contest, $30/ admission. The Toledo Club, 235 14th St., 419-243-2200. facebook.com/TheToledoClub

[Festival] Whitehouse Cherry Fest - Village Park hosts the Whitehouse Cherry Fest for the 35th time.

The fest includes a Military wall, over 15 large amusement rides, live entertainment, a fireworks show, and more. Guests can enjoy finding unexpected gifts at the crafts and flea market.

The annual cherry festival parade will be at 1pm on June 10. The Festival Starts at 7:30pm on June 8th, and runs until the 11th. Village Park, 6751 Providence St., Whitehouse.

419-877-2747. awchamber.com/cherry-fest

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Saturday 6.10 [Theater] Chitty Chitty Bang Bang - The 1968 classic film comes alive on stage at the Croswell Opera House. The show tells the story of an inventory who creates a magic car, that is stolen by an evil baron. Look at the Croswell Opera House Website for a list of times. Runs through June 25. $15-$35. Croswell Opera House, 129 E. Maumee St. Adrian, MI. 517-264-7469. croswell.org

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Do you have a pompadour that just won’t quit?

How about booby tassels, high heels and highwaisted hot pants? Cool cats and chicks are heading to Columbus in droves for the 1st Annual Burlesque and Rockabilly Show. Hosted by Mon Cherie Entertainment, this scintillating party features pin-up girls, greasers and four days of live music. Burlesque stars Mika Romantic and Cherie Blondell will headline and don’t miss the Rockabilly Prom featuring The Bastard Suns of Neptune and Slick Andrews. There will also be tutorials on bringing out your best greaser/ burlesque self. Purchase a VIP Weekend Pass for $65. Admission for the Pin-up Tea Party and Pageant are not included in VIP or General Admission prices. Tickets can be purchased by event. Times and locations vary. Thursday, June 1-Sunday, June 4. $45/general. Opening night party is at The Shrunken Head, 251 W. 5th Ave., Columbus., 419-296-9954. facebook.com/ MBRWeekend

Sunday 6.11 [Music] Paul Simon - The beloved singer-songwriter, Paul Simon, comes to the Toledo Zoo and Aquarium amphitheater. Paul Simon has reached fame from his solo career and the duo of Simon and Garfunkel. Some of the best known songs include “You Can Call me Al” and “Me and Julio (Down by the Schoolyard.)” 8pm. $59-$347.

The Toledo Zoo and Aquarium, 2 Hippo Way. 419-385-5721. toledozoo.org

Tuesday 6.13 [Misc.]

A Taste of the Garden - This vegetable and herb garden tour takes guest around the Toledo Zoo’s Garden. Staff will help guests with their own harvest by discussing site preparation, variety selection and growing in various beds and containers. 10:30am-noon. $10, members. $15, non-members. The Toledo Zoo and Aquarium, 2 Hippo Way, 419-385-5721. toledozoo.org

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Step into a world of vibrant culture and upbeat music with the annual African-American Downtown Festival in Ann Arbor. A full-day event featuring live music, vendors, street performers and more, this cultural heritage festival is fun for the whole family. Taking place in what was the heart of the African-American business district during the mid-20th century, this festival will electrify the crowds with performers including Carl Carlton, known for such hits as “Everlasting Love” and “Bad Mama Jama.” Fill up on assorted ethnic foods and pay homage to the plaque commemorating Lucille Hall-Porter who founded the festival. 9am-8pm. Saturday, June 3. Downtown, E. Ann and Main St., Ann Arbor, MI. 734-485-8889. Free

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A brisk walk at the mall is considered exercise— for some. Want to up the ante? Head to Levis Commons for free, weekly classes, runs and more. Every Tuesday, join the Perrysburg Slow Rollers at 6:45pm by the patio at Bar Louie. On Thursdays, head over to Second Sole for group walks and runs, with a 5k loop set up weekly. On the first and third Saturday every month, head back to Second Sole to join the ROGA crew at 9am, to either run or ride your bike before a yoga session. For more details, see online.

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Saturday 6.10 Happy Trails 5K Run/Walk - The 13th anniversary of Happy Trails is celebrated with a 5k run/walk. Runners are encouraged to express themselves with a creative outfit using glow sticks, necklaces and balloons. 9:30pm $20, Children five and under are free. Manor House, 5100 W. Central Ave., 419-407-9720. metroparkstoledo.com

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GEMINI (May 21-June 20): â&#x20AC;&#x153;The most intense moments the universe

has ever known are the next 15 seconds,â&#x20AC;? said philosopher Terence McKenna.

He was naming a central principle of reality: that every new NOW is a harvest of everything that has ever happened; every fresh moment is a blast of novelty that arises in response to the sum total of all historyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s adventures. This is always true, of course. But I suspect the phenomenon will be especially pronounced for you in the near future. More than usual, you may find that every day is packed with interesting feelings and poignant fun and epic realizations. This could be pleasurable, but also overwhelming.

Luckily, you have the personal power necessary to make good use of the intensity.

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4SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): â&#x20AC;&#x153;On some hill of despair,â&#x20AC;? wrote poet Galway Kinnell, â&#x20AC;&#x153;the bonfire you kindle can light the great sky -- though itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s true, of course, to make it burn you have to throw yourself in.â&#x20AC;? You may not exactly feel despair, Scorpio. But I suspect you are in the throes of an acute questioning that makes you feel close to the edge of forever. Please consider the possibility that itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a favorable time to find out just how much light and heat are hidden inside you. Your ache for primal fun and your longing to accelerate your soulâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s education are converging with your quest to summon a deeper, wilder brilliance.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re in a phase when you have the power to find answers to questions that have stumped you for a while.

Why? Because youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re more open-minded and curious than usual. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re also ready to be brazenly honest with yourself. Congrats! In light of the fact that youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be lucky at solving riddles, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got three good ones for you to wrestle with. 1. Which of your anxieties may actually be cover-ups for a lazy refusal to change a bad habit? 2. What resource will you use more efficiently when you stop trying to make it do things itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not designed to do? 3.

What blessing will you receive as soon as you give a clear signal that you are ready for it?

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): A typical Capricorn cultivates fervent passions, even to the point of obsession. Almost no one knows their magnitude, though, because the members of your tribe often pursue their fulfillment with methodical, businesslike focus. But I wonder if maybe itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a good time to reveal more of the raw force of this driving energy than you usually do. It might humanize you in the eyes of potential helpers who see you as too strong to need help. And it could motivate your allies to provide the extra support and understanding youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll need in the coming weeks.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): In accordance with the astrological omens, I invite you to carry out a flashy flirtation with the color red. I dare you to wear red clothes and red jewelry. Buy yourself red roses. Sip red wine and savor strawberries under red lights. Sing Elvis Costelloâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Angels Want to Wear My Red Shoesâ&#x20AC;? and Princeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;Little Red Corvette.â&#x20AC;? Tell everyone why 2017 is a redletter year for you. For extra credit, murmur the following motto whenever a splash of red teases and pleases your imagination: â&#x20AC;&#x153;My red-hot passion is my version of high fashion.â&#x20AC;?

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): â&#x20AC;&#x153;If you want a puppy, start by asking for a pony,â&#x20AC;? read the bumper sticker on the Lexus SUV I saw. That confused me. Would the owner of a Lexus SUV be the type of person who didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t expect to get what she really wanted?

In any case, Pisces, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m conveying a version of this bumper-sticker wisdom to you. If you want your domestic scene to thrive even more than it already does, ask for a feng shui master to redesign your environment so it has a perfect flow of energy. If you want a community that activates the best in you, ask for a utopian village full of emotionally intelligent activists. If you want to be animated by a focused goal that motivates you to wake up excited each morning, ask for a glorious assignment that will help save the world.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Life is in the mood to communicate with you rather lyrically. Here are just a few of the signs and portents you may encounter, along with theories about their meaning. If you overhear a lullaby, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time to seek the influence of a tender, nurturing source. If you see a type of fruit or flower you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t recognize, it means you have a buried potential you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know much about, and youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re ready to explore it further.

If you spy a playing card in an unexpected place, trust serendipity to bring you what you need. If a loud noise arrives near a moment of decision: Traditionally it signifies caution, but these days it suggests you should be bold.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Your body is holy and magic and precious. I advise you not to sell it or rent it or compromise it in any way -- especially now, when you have an opening to upgrade your relationship with it. Yes, Taurus, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time to attend to your sweet flesh and blood with consummate care. Lavish it with pleasure and healing. I also hope you will have intimate conversations with the cells that compose your body. Let them know you love and appreciate them. Tell them youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re ready to collaborate on a higher level.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Nobody likes to be scrutinized or critiqued or judged. But we Crabs (yes, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m one of you) are probably touchier about that treatment than any other sign of the zodiac.

(Hypersensitivity is a trait that many astrologers ascribe to Cancerians.) However, many of us do allow one particular faultfinder to deride us: the nagging voice in the back of our heads. Sometimes we even give free rein to its barbs. But I would like to propose a transformation of this situation. Maybe we could scold ourselves less, and be a bit more open to constructive feedback coming from other people. Starting now.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): The lionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s potency, boldness, and majesty are qualities you have a mandate to cultivate in the next three weeks. To get in the righteous mood, I suggest you gaze upon images and videos of lions. Come up with your own version of a lionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s roar -- I mean actually make that sound -- and unleash it regularly.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): â&#x20AC;&#x153;What does it matter how many lovers you have if none of them gives you the universe?â&#x20AC;? French psychoanalyst Jacques Lacan posed that question. I invite you to put it at the top of your list of hot topics to meditate on. In doing so, I trust you wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t use it as an excuse to disparage your companions for their inadequacies.

Rather, I hope it will mobilize you to supercharge your intimate alliances; to deepen your awareness of the synergistic beauty you could create together; to heighten your ability to be given the universe by those whose fates are interwoven with yours.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): From my study of the lost prophecies of Nostradamus, the hidden chambers beneath the Great Pyramid of Cheops, and the current astrological omens, I have determined that now is a favorable time for you to sing liberation songs with cheeky authority . . . to kiss the sky and dance with the wind on a beach or hilltop . . . to gather your most imaginative allies and brainstorm about what you really want to do in the next five years. Do you dare to slip away from businessas-usual so you can play in the enchanted land of what-if? If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re smart, you will escape the grind and grime of the daily rhythm so you can expand your mind to the next largest size.

A-GAME Across 1. ___ Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 5. Swashbucklerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s drink 9. Quick shots 13. Country superstar Jackson 14. Herded cattle 15. Diez less dos 16. Attended 17. Whiteboard stand 18. Sign of use 19. What happens when a line drive goes up the middle?

22. Its last champ was the Lake Erie Monsters: Abbr.

24. Night before 25. Puts a spell on 26. Put two guys on Elgin?

31. Seated yoga pose 32. Glimmer of hope 33. Pulls the plug 37. Charging station juice: Abbr.

38. Josh of Queens Of The Stone Age 40. Butcherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s stock 41. Game played on a map 42. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s what ___â&#x20AC;?

43. Must 44. Artist with a light touch?

48. Sprung from the can 51. Not getting out of bed, perhaps 52. React to a rom-com, say 53. Soho stories that are read with feeling?

58. Zipcar selection 59. Next to 60. Fiery gemstone 63. Wallow in, as in a funk 64. Deep pink shade 65. Christian in Hollywood 66. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Show Boatâ&#x20AC;? composer 67. Females in wool coats 68. ___ Accords

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Down 1. Pekingese dog?

2. Schwarzbier alternative 3. Wind instruments named for a Greek god 4. Against 5. 2nd best 6. Thorny flower 7. High, as a guess 8. Some toothpastes 9. Pop song character whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;as blind as he can beâ&#x20AC;?

10. Scalerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tool 11. Terrible twos, e.g.

12. Tender spots 14. Dig deeply (into) 20. Marine predators 21. Comic Margaret 22. Steven of the only good lineup of Guns Nâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Roses 23. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Silicon Valleyâ&#x20AC;? fictional company with the slogan â&#x20AC;&#x153;Making Good Business Greatâ&#x20AC;?

27. Concentrate on work 28. Heavy mail, e.g 29. Potatoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s kin 30. Caustic stuff 34. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Non? Non?â&#x20AC;?

35. Match.com user 36. Plot line 38. Greetings 39. Praise with feet 43. Tour de France hurdle 45. Big fuss 46. Benched playerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s spots?

47. Make right 48. Swiggerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s container 49. Google Maps line 50. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Doorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s open!â&#x20AC;?

54. We all have one 55. Did poorly 56. Audition spot 57. Gray wolf 61. Laundry brand 62. 2010 Best Supporting Actress

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FREEWILL ASTROLOGY

STYLE SENSE

Interview by Autumn Baker

The Mix: Blo Out

One of Toledo’s best parties, The Arts Commission’s annual fundraiser brought creatives to the Warehouse District to celebrate at Gathered Glassblowing and Graphite Design + Build.

Ashlee Layman and Lisa Soltis.

Adam Goldberg, Cydney Goldberg and Sara Federman

Marc Folk and Julie Becker.

Ariana Oviahon Age: 20 Occupation: Communication Student

Describe your personal style with a song lyric: Beyonce once sang, “I know the

Karen Poore, Gretchen DeBacker and Rhonda Sewell.

world and I know who I am. It’s about time I show it.” I always try to express myself through my style.

You’re stranded on a desert island and can only bring five things from your closet — what do you grab? I’d bring my long floral

kimono, my favorite gray t-shirt, a pair of all black converse, my light brown faux leather satchel, and my classic circle sunglasses.

If you could have any TV or movie character’s wardrobe, whose would you chose and why?

I’d easily choose Carrie Bradshaw from Sex and the City. Every outfit she wore seemed like it had its own personality! The way her outfit colors/styles matched (or didn’t) made my jaw drop a few times. I love to play around with different looks, so I know her closet would be similar to heaven.

How long does it take for you to get ready on a typical morning? No more than

45 minutes on an average day! I love spending most of my time doing my skincare routine.

How does your outfit impact your day? Look

good, feel good! If I love what I’m wearing I automatically have a better attitude about the world around me. I’ll be more open to stepping outside of my comfort zone which always seems to lead me to great opportunities, and it all starts with a great outfit!

Most memorable style advice? Quality not quantity! Having fewer pieces that will hold up forever is far better than having a million pieces that last two months. Investing in quality clothes is crucial.

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What do most people notice about your style? What do you wish more people noticed? I think that people

notice that i’m a plus sized girl that can look cute in many different styles.

There is a stereotype, that big girls can’t be stylish and look good, which is 100% untrue. I wish more people noticed that it doesn’t matter what your body type is— wear whatever makes you confident!

Vallie BowmanEnglish’s 13th annual Kentucky Derby Party The legal community went to Caper’s Pizza Bar to join the Toledo Clerk of Court for her annual Derby Day Party.

Vallie Bowman-English with Judge Ian B. English.

What fashion risk do you wish you took sooner? I was always told that

mixing prints was a big no-no. Now whenever I clash colors/prints I tend to love my outfit even more. It makes things fun!

Lindsay Samuelson and Megan Mattimoe

Beauty for the Cure

Soto Signature Salon and Spa’s fundraiser for Susan G. Komen Northwest Ohio

How has your style evolved over the past 5 years? I’ve gotten more

comfortable with who I am which has helped me step out of the world of fashion rules. I wear what I want without worrying about the options of others. But, I’ve evolved most by learning how to genuinely love and accept myself. That really made all the difference.

Style icon?

Rihanna and Lana Del Rey. Forever and always.

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Johnson, Jennifer O’Connor, Gretchen Awad, Victoria Perry and Leah Wilson

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