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Vol. 10 • Issue 18

One pup missed the litter We really liked but were disappointed in the Workin’ Like a Dog article (March 1730), because our Canine Operations Officer, Bob, was not included. If or when there’s a followup article, Bob would request equal consideration.

Kathy Yager and Bob

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Editor’s Note: After very formal review of Bob’s biography and his contributions to the workplace, we are happy to profile him here:

Adams Street Publishing Co. The punchline is the best part of a joke, and sadly, often the only part we remember. Here are some of our favorite punchlines. Head to www.toledocitypaper.com to read the set-ups.

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At just three months old, Bob joined R/P from the Toledo Area Humane Society. As a border collie and shepherd mix, he is smart, hardworking and responds well to coaching. Per R/P, “he’s adept at rounding up stray creatives and controlling stampedes to the fridge on Beer Fridays.”

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Goodbye good films...

Would someone please investigate why good movies have disappeared from the movie houses in Toledo? I was disappointed to not be able to see The Road here and am appalled that I cant see Academy Award winning films like the Hurt Locker, Blind Side, Crazy Heart, etc. As for foreign films, yeah, keep dreaming. All the theaters here seem to play is drek that we used to see for 2 bucks before the SuperCinema closed at 23 and Airport. I presume it all has to do with marketing and money, but come on, the Academy Awards are the most

mass-market selling device in the country. Everyone is enriched by good art; I can say this as a former New Yorker and Los Angelino where the museums and art movie houses are places that everyone goes. To limit access to art because of what the bean counters say will bring in a profit is both wrong and verges on cultural racism.

Tired of driving to Ann Arbor and elsewhere for everything this city lacks.

Joseph Margiotta Toledo

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Cookin’ good

TCP places in the annual Great Chili Cook Off

Each year, Mobile Meals of Toledo hosts a great fundraising event where area businesses, restaurants, media outlets and chili enthusiasts put their best chili recipe to the test. Toledo City Paper’s Emily Rippe, Danielle Suffron, Andrew Spahr and Erin Kanary served eight gallons of our “Wicked White Chicken Chili on Saturday, March 27, earning the First Place Media Chili Award (judges) and First Place People’s Choice Award. At a last minute attempt to beautify our booth with streamers, cauldrons and a fog machine, TCP also won the Third Place Great Chili Pepper Award for our creativity.

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Account Executive Andrew Spahr won “Top Pot” earlier this year in an intra-office chili cook off.

His recipe was a big hit among the judges and chili-eaters at the Great Chili Cook Off.

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Something’s in the air

Learn more about the state of our earth on Saturday, April 24 with the Toledo Branch American Association of University Women’s half-day conference on toxic chemicals in the environment. The event, from 8 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. at the Maumee Valley Country Day School Millenium Theater, features keynote speaker Dr. Sandra Steingraber, author of Living Downstream: An Ecologist Looks at Cancer and the Environment. As a cancer survivor, she presents cancer as a human rights issue.

Other speakers include Dr. Ted Schettler, Director of the Science and Environmental Health Network and the co-author of three publications on toxic threats to child development, reproductive health and the environment, and environmental threats to healthy aging. $25 ($15 for students) on or before April 16, $30 ($20) after. Includes continental breakfast. Make check payable to AAUW/ Toledo, Carol Leupp, 239 Stone Oak Ct., Holland, OH 43528. For more info, contact Michelle Radtkin, Conference Chair, 419-283-6648 or michelle@matoledo.com.

Socks for Lonely Soles

Next time your washer or dryer “eats” one of your socks, think twice before throwing its widowed companion away. Lonely Soles, Inc. collects used, single socks and gives them a new purpose — putting smiles on people’s faces.

Since forming in 2008, the organization has collected hundreds of socks, using them to create handmade sock puppets for members of the community. From being used in library storytime visits to senior center giveaways, these puppets have made their way throughout the Toledo area and beyond.

“It started out as something small that I did in my home, making puppets for my grandkids out of used socks,” explains Marie Barett. “Soon, I was getting requests for sock companions from people in the community. Now we have over a dozen volunteers handmaking these puppets.”

But forget about donating a fresh pack of socks, Lonely Soles, Inc. lives up to its name by only taking used, single socks.

“We want to stay eco-friendly by only taking socks that would otherwise end up in the trash,” says Barett. “Besides, it helps to ensure that our sock companions are unique. Each one has its own history and identity, just like a person.”

To donate your sock, contact Marie at 419-244-9859.

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Author Dr. Sandra Steingraber presents cancer as a human rights issue on April 24.

Green cleaning

Clean out the harsh chemicals in your home and opt for natural cleaning products at the 577 Foundation’s Natural Herbal Housekeeping class on Sunday, April 18 from 2-4 p.m. Herbs are stronger for killing bacteria than commercial cleaners or antibiotics, plus they offer aromatherapy benefits like relaxation, stress relief and a stronger memory. Learn how to make rosemary/lemon scouring powder, peppermint/tea tree bowl cleaner, and lavender/lemongrass countertop cleaner to bring nature’s fragrances indoors. Led

by Leslie Snell. $25. Register online at www.577foundation.org. 573 E. Front St., Perrysburg. 419-874-4174.

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Let anger out with Scout

It’s easy to let anger get the best of you, and former Toledo mayor Carty Finkbeiner knows it firsthand. After a few months out of the limelight, Finkbeiner decided to get a good handle on his emotions and help others do the same. Now, he’s hitting the streets with Scout, his recently certified therapy dog, as part of the Scout It Out program, assisting individuals receiving anger management treatment in the Lucas County area. The mission of the program is, as Finkbeiner explains, “to release anger issues through pet therapy.

Scout’s been through a lot in his short lifetime. If he can help me, he can help anyone.”

The free service is also available for qualifying organizations and programs at churches, schools, and businesses. For more information, contact 419-244-9859.

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Hand to hand

Most staff members of not-for-profit organizations have their hands full. Between day-to-day administration, fundraising and providing much needed services to the community, who has time to deal with marketing? That’s why The Advertising Club of Toledo is reaching out, and giving back their time and talent to nonprofit organizations in need. The Need a Hand/ Lend a Hand program matches one or more club members with 501(c)(3) organizations within a 90mile radius of Toledo who need assistance with public relations, marketing or advertising efforts. For more information or to register, visit www.adclubtoledo.org. 419-866-4199.

Family Funeral Home is helping those dealing with loss by providing an educational session on Monday, April 19. “Healing Your Grieving Heart When Someone You Loved Has Died” is a workshop for anyone who has suffered close personal loss.

Sponsored by Hospice of Northwest Ohio, the program will be led by Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D., an internationally known and respected psychologist, author and grief counselor, and the director of the Center for Loss and Life Transition in Fort Collins, Colorado. His concepts are based on the model of “companioning” rather than “treating” the bereaved.

The event, from 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. at Parkway Place Event and Conference Center, is open to the public, but reservations are required. Call Paula Suter at 419-841-2519 by April 13 if you plan to attend. Day of event registration begins at 5:30 p.m.

Helping with the healing of loss

Loss of a loved one is never easy, and the healing process is even more complicated. Walker

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Help fill the POD

After reading about the devastating conditions in Haiti, the young adults in Zeigler Habilitation Home, Inc’s, Young Adult Enrichment and Support Ser(YESS) vices Program were

moved to help. Since then, they’ve been working to collect wheelchairs, walkers and crutches, filling a POD (portable storage unit) with adaptive equipment as part of the “Say YESS to Helping Haiti’s Disabled” initiative. YESS provides day programming for young adults with developmental disabilities, including daily living skills training, enrichment, community involvement, vocational training and supportive employment. With community service as one of the program components, the young adults at the YESS House are encouraging the Toledo community to join them in their campaign.

For more information and to see how you can help, call Geneva Chapman at 419-902-5807 or 419-535-5603.

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LARRY DILLIN RAISES MARINA DISTRICT FUNDS WITH MULTILEVEL MARKETING

Larry Dillin is used to securing multimillion dollar deals to develop vast entertainment complexes such as Levis Commons. Now, as his much ballyhooed Marina District project flounders on the east side of the Maumee, Dillin is focusing on pushing deals of a different sort — water filters, the Artistry line of makeup and personal care products, Hugo Boss and Calvin Klein fragrances, and disposable diapers.

Toledo, meet Larry Dillin, your friendly neighborhood Amway distributor.

“Multilevel marketing is still the best way for everyday Americans to build real wealth,” said Dillin from his Perrysburg home office, which is surrounded by boxes

John’s Color Concepts BEST PAINT STORE

Wake up your walls It’s true. We’ve all been there. Selecting the best paint color for a room can be a daunting task. And matching colors can seem downright impossible. Fortunately, the experts at John’s Color Concepts know a thing or two about paint, color, and decorative finishes.

“Basically, we offer uncompromised color selection,” said owner John Glanz.

“People tell me all the time, ‘I would have never picked that color and it’s perfect,’” There is an art to selecting the precise color. Glanz and his team of experts educate customers and walk them through the color selection process. For starters, they’ll teach you about color flow and complementing colors. And, they can tell you exactly how the paint is going to look on your walls before you buy it.

“You’re going to get it right the first time,” Glanz said. That includes color matching without the use of a not-so-perfect color computer. Glanz gained years of experience working at the former Color Haven and learned the art of color matching with old style techniques. Their color matching expertise includes matching stains and caulks as well.

At Color Concepts, you’ll only find high quality paints such as Benjamin Moore and Muralo. Other services include faux finishing classes, small furniture refinishing, and recycling of leftover paint.

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IN LOCAL BUSINESS bearing the famed Fiddle Stix Boutique at Levis ComAmway logo. “It mons is enjoying their new spacious digs gives every Ameriafter reopening with 1,200 more square can who believes in feet, and an expanded line of retail offerhimself and capitalings, including Vera Bradley handbags, ism the chance to be Lilly Pulitzer clothing, Trollbeads jewelry, in full control of their customized invitations and gifts. 4165 Chapfinancial destiny.” Afpel Dr. at Levis Commons. 419-410-3013/ ter a slight pause, he www.fiddlestixboutique.com. added: “And frankly, it’s the only chance I Need a new set of wheels before summer? have to get the fundRenegade Motors recently opened at ing for the Marina 3331 N. Holland Sylvania Rd., Toledo. Scooters, District.” motorcycles and ATVs are some of the sweet Dillin’s Marina rides found at the new store, which also ofDistrict, first profers full services on all makes and models. For posed a decade ago, more info, visit www.renegademotors.com would turn 125 acres of East Toledo wa- Larry Dillin hopes Know of news in the marketplace? Send it to terfront into a multi- to fund the Marina editor@toledocitypaper.com. use entertainment District with his new site boasting river- Amway Venture. side apartments, restaurants, nightclubs and retail. Despite the City of Toledo investing millions of dollars into the project, Dillin has yet to secure the estimated $320 million to build the complex, despite repeated assurances that he had found investors to fund the ambitious project.

Still, Dillin remains optimistic about the future of the Marina District project.

“This challenging economy has rewritten the rules of economic development,” said Dillin, hanging up the phone and beaming after selling an Amway Global Water Filtration system to Hans Schemenauer of Findlay. “But I’m signing up lots of my friends into my Amway downline, and together, we are going to ensure the Marina District is up and running within a few years.” Dillin said he attempted to coax former Toledo mayor Carty Finkbeiner into joining his Amway team, but that Finkbeiner responded with a long line of expletives and hung up.

When asked about redeveloping the former Southwyck Mall--Dillin’s other longgestating development project--his response was curt: “Don’t get cute.”

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Owner John Glanz helps customers find the perfect color.

Fresh paint in the right color can be the least expensive way to completely change a room. And, according to John, if you don’t remember anything else, remember this: select your furnishings and décor first, then choose your paint color. You’ll be much happier with the results.

John’s Color Concepts, 6725 W. Central Ave. 419-843-5600. —KZ

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Get cultured

The Chinese Center of Toledo teaches language and heritage by Clara Engel

The CCT offers a variety of courses to help preserve Chinese language, culture and tradition.

The United States of America is a melting pot, but, in such a mixed and diverse nation, it’s important to know where we came from to help us get where we’re going. The Chinese Center of Toledo (CCT), a division of the Chinese Association of Greater Toledo, has a mission to educate, honor and preserve Chinese language, culture and tradition.

“Our language history is quite important for our own children to learn, because it’s part of them,” says CCT school principle Liang Ye, who moved to the United States in 2000 from her position as School Manager in Singapore, China. “And for children of other national backgrounds, (foreign language education) helps them to understand about other countries and cultures. The world is more connected now, and this is important.”

According to the Ohio Department of Development, since the 2000 Census, there has been a 26.5 percent increase in the number of Asian Americans in our state, compising of approximately 1.8 percent of Ohio’s population. Chinese Americans make up a large portion of this growing demographic, with thousands living in the Greater Toledo area.

A growing community First established in the 1970s by a group of Chinese parents who wanted children to learn about their ancestral country, the CCT began as a small, homebased group project. As more families heard about the classes and became interested, the group moved first to the Chinese Church, and then to The Maumee Valley Country Day School, CCT officially became a 501(c)(3) non-profit, parentsponsored, education-oriented organization in 2007. “In the beginning,” says Ye, “we served the Chinese community members, but now it’s not about teaching just our own children.” A division of The Chinese Association of Greater Toledo, it’s the only institution in our city offering all levels of Chinese language classes for both heritage families and Englishspeaking families. CCT currently has approximately 100 students with 14 faculty and staff members.

In forty years, the CCT team has developed courses and class work on the

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language and culture of China for students living in Chinese-spoken environments as well as for English speaking students with an interest in learning the intricate language of Mandarin Chinese, and the traditions of this ancient empire.

“Fortunately we haven’t really been affected by the economy because we’ve kept our tuition fees the same through the years,” says Ye, who notes that the �� courses have between 10 and 20 new students each year.

In the Spring and Fall semesters, the � CCT offers a broad range of classes, like their early education classes, Pre-Kindergarten 1 for children three to four years old and Pre-Kindergarten 2 for children four to five years old, that expose the students to basic vocabulary and beginning language structure themes through stories and activities. Students six years old and up coming from a Chinese spoken home environment or background can learn techniques of listening, speaking, reading and writing at any one of eight class levels. And English-speaking students six years old and up who are hungry to learn about Chinese language and culture study in a Chinese as a Second Language course which includes tone, vocabulary, writing, characters, dialogue, cultural traditions, stories, and more.

Learn together, play together Another great thing about the CCT is the opportunity it presents for the parents of students, says Ye. During class, parents can socialize, form group activities, and organize events like last February’s first ever CCT Chinese New Year Celebration. Students showcased what they had learned in group and individual performances for family and friends.

But the best thing for Ye is watching her students progress. “It’s so amazing when you see the kids who know just a little bit (of Chinese) in the beginning as they learn to use basic language and vocabulary...and then when they’re older (and more advanced) you realize you’ve watched these children grow.”

If you’re interested in learning more about the Chinese Center of Toledo or in attending a class, please call 419-841-8461, email toled ochineseschool@gmail.com, or go online to www.chinesecenteroftoledo.org.

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Carty to city: Drop dead!

Former Mayor’s evil plot to destroy T-Town by Johnny Hildo Think nobody’s to blame for the current problems bedeviling the city?

Think again.

“I tried to make the fools see my genius. When they refused I swore they’d pay.”

These sound like the words of a mad scientist, a modern day Dr. Frankenstein.

Actually they were uttered recently by that mad political scientist, Carleton S. Finkbeiner.

Revenge of the nerd “I ran for office again and again, losing each time,” remembered Carty in an interview exclusive to this column. “Instead of getting mad, I vowed to get even.

Beginning in the mid-1970s I hatched a long-term and far-reaching plot to bring this city to its knees.”

Having lost as both a Republican and Independent, Carty decided to join the inner circle of the juggernaut Lucas County Democratic Party machine. Soon he worked his way into political power. It was there he could begin his plan to destroy Toledo.

“I crafted my work with irony and metaphoric justice in mind,” Carty revealed.

“Remember the condo I purchased on the river, only to sell it for a massive profit and float it to Port Clinton to clear the way for the new Owens Corning World Headquar-

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ters? It was my artful way of letting you all know I was selling you down the river.”

Unable to complete the financial devastation he sought from his position on City Council, Carty decided that only an executive with unbridled power could wreak enough havoc. That would require a charter change, eliminating the City Manager and instituting a strong mayor form of government. He achieved that goal and became the City’s first such executive in modern times in 1993.

“With that I truly went to work,” continued the former mayor. “Don’t tell me you actually thought I bumbled my way into those foolish financial deals at the Hillcrest and Commodore Perry? No one could be that dumb. It was my brilliant plot to slowly but surely squeeze the financial lifeblood out of Toledo.”

While those deals have brought massive financial problems to the City, Carty added that he was careful to pile on smaller but equally destructive albatrosses around the City’s neck. From the Erie Street Market to burdensome pension pickups in the contracts of City employees, Finkbeiner said it was death by a thousand cuts he was after.

“Every grievance filed, every injunction, every lawsuit was calculated to cost the City coffers,” chuckled Carty. “I’m actually quite mild mannered and civil. But folks don’t sue you for being cordial. They

sue you for a whoop up side the head.

Hence the need for the infamous Wednesday staff meetings.”

Do that to us one more time Finkbeiner assumed he had dealt the City enough deadly blows on leaving office in 2001. Unfortunately, incoming mayor Jack Ford strove mightily to undo the carnage Carty wrought.

“It was then I knew I had to return for one more term,” explained Carty, “to complete my nefarious mission.”

Once again, he metaphorically warned Toledoans what was coming. It was a metaphor lost on everyone but Carty himself.

“I didn’t need that $10,000 shower,” he said. “But it was a golden shower on Toledo.” He spent the rest of his third term frittering away Toledo’s chances at recovery. The multi-million dollar “road to nowhere” in the ill-fated Marina District was another metaphoric and literal slap at Toledo, said the former mayor.

The coup de grace, according to Finkbeiner, was his idea to double tax 19,000 Toledoans by eliminating the City’s tax credit for those who work outside of Toledo.

“I knew it would cause a mass exodus,” he said. “I concocted it as a wild scheme,

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believing anyone could see through its probable results. To my own amazement, it’s still considered plausible, forming the backbone of [current Mayor] Mike Bell’s budget balancing. Unbelievable!”

According to Carty, he intends to float some further ideas that will hammer the final nails into Toledo’s coffins.

“If they fell for something as stupid as eliminating the tax credit, the sky’s the limit,” Carty opined. “The city finances are so irredeemably tight they’ll have to go to any length to balance them. Toll booths at every entrance to the city. Privatize every city service. Privatize the police, the fire service. Make motorists pay a toll to drive on every street. The population will fall to 5 figures in mere months.”

The interview over, Carty made for the door, leaving us this chilling epithet.

“Mark well, Toledo. mine!”

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by Kevin Moore

PHOTO BY DOUG GROSJEAN

Look around the room where you are sitting.

Odds are at least one of the people you see is unemployed or jobless. According to the most recent figures, Lucas County has a 13.2 percent jobless rate, and Toledo’s next door neighbor to the southeast, Ottawa County, has the state’s highest at 19.8 percent.

Despite such dismal numbers, the local labor force has not taken the effects of this slow economy idly. Many groups have formed in the past several months to help get Toledo’s citizenry back to work. One such group is the Anthony Wayne Area Job Club (AWAJC).

As part of the Anthony Wayne Jobs Club, Diane Kornowa helped glean apples with Toledo’s Knights of Columbus for a donation to the food bank in Toledo.

gaining group support

getting to the source

AWAJC was founded in April 2009 by Thom Pawlecki of Seymour & Associates MassMutual, career coach Dennis Hefner, and Karen Wiggins, the Waterville Library Branch Manager. The group meets every Thursday morning at 9:30 a.m. at the Waterville Branch Library and alternates its sessions between group discussions and presentations.

AWAJC is not the only organization to have popped up in these tumultuous times. While The Source of Northwest Ohio did not arise as a result of the current recession, it has proven to be a useful tool for Toledo’s unemployed.

“Our main focuses are support and education,” said Diane Kornowa, a coordinator for AWAJC. “It is critical for those searching for a job to remain positive, and to realize they are not alone. In our discussion sessions, all of our members try to provide each other with emotional and motivational support to keep looking and applying.”

In addition to helping members keep their chins up, AWAJC helps the newly unemployed adjust to their entry into the job market by educating them on how to stay on the frontlines of the job hunt. “Many of those recently out of work haven’t had to search for a job in years. Things have changed. Social media is important now, and there are new technologies for connecting employers to potential employees.” The presentations at AWAJC help their members learn to develop a current and usable resume, how to create an online profile using LinkedIn, how to sell themselves in an interview, and how to network with employers and fellow job seekers. As a result of attending AWAJC, some members have been able to use their newly refined skills to find work.

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The Source offers job seekers access to computers loaded with Microsoft Office programs, high speed internet, resume software, and typing tutorials as well as phone banks, fax machines, and copiers to contact employers and submit resumes. The Source’s online job finding tools are linked into the Ohio Means Jobs database which draws not only from The Source’s job postings but also those on Monster, Career Builder, and several corporate websites.

In addition, there are nearly 20 different workshops regularly available that address such issues as how to conduct a good interview, how to write a resume, and how to use the internet to find job openings. In similar fashion to AWAJC, the Source is also home to the Jump Start Job Club where people can network for leads. Finally, on the other side of the coin, The Source offers a matchmaking service for employers where their available positions can be paired up with suitable job candidates.

“There are numerous tools available for those out of work,” said Mike Veh, Workforce Development Manager for The Source, “and all of them are free for anyone to use. We are a tax payer funded organization, and if someone wants to use our resources, they need only register at the main desk.”

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Mike Veh of The Source helps individuals find jobs through job postings, workshops and job fairs.

The Source is currently gearing up for its major hiring event, the Project Hire 2010 job fair, which will be held on April 30 at the Lucas County Recreation Center.

As of mid March, close to 40 employers were scheduled to attend the event, with the Source anticipating many more to register in the coming weeks. About 120 companies opened tables at last year’s job fair.

For more information on AWAJC, email dianekornowa@att.net.

The Source of Northwest Ohio is located at 1301 Monroe Street in Toledo.

419-213-JOBS. www.thesourcenwo.com

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A full plate

Plate 21 brews up community in South Toledo by Brittany Jones The “neighborhood living room” is how owner, Sandy Spang, describes her newly opened coffee shop, Plate 21. Located in South Toledo on Rugby Road, the comfy space with its signature bright green décor is gaining popularity at a fast pace.

Since opening in September 2009, Plate 21 has served nearly 11,000 people — all through word-of-mouth marketing.

Spang, who has lived in the neighborhood all her life, wanted to rebuild the community and bring people together.

When she and her husband couldn’t find a good tenant for their Rugby Dr. rental property, Sandy decided it was time to bring her coffeehouse drema to life.

“There was a need for a greater sense of community,” explained Spang.

Back in the day, the short Rugby Dr. strip was the heart of the neighborhood; a retail center within a booming area.

“There are really interesting and talented people living close to each other and (they) don’t even know it.”

The uniquely named coffee shop got its label from a 1947-handcrafted auditor’s map of the neighborhood, titled “Plate 21.” The map is now displayed on the shop’s wall.

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“I did not want [the shop name] to be a double meaning,” Spang said. “My mother actually pointed to the map title and said ‘why don’t you just call it this?’

So I did.”

From coffee drinks and smoothies to organic teas and paninis, Plate 21 has done its research when it comes to serving healthy, tasteful products.

Coffee is purchased from local distributor, Flying Rhino. It is a way to maintain that real relationship between the roaster and the retail seller, Spang stated. The shop also serves Findlay’s Deitsch Brothers famous ice cream.

Smoothies are of 100 percent fruit with no added sugars or color, and every one is fortified with vitamins and nutrients.

Customers have a choice of many types of teas, with no pre-packaged tea bags, only fair-trade, organic whole leaves served in a special teapot, accompanied by a ‘tea timer.’ The current customer favorite is the Green Pear tea, which has marigold petals. Matcha, a distinct Japanese green tea, is another good seller.

All drinks were tested, researched and debated by Spang, her daughter and close friends. Spang even traveled to coffee conventions and some of her

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Owner Sandy Spang opened Plate 21 in September to unite the community. distributors’ factories to see how the products were made.

In April, Plate 21’s hours will be extended to include evenings: Monday through Thursday, 6:30 a.m. – 9 p.m., Friday 6:30 a.m. – 10 p.m. Look for live night entertainment and card tournaments in the near future.

“People find their own space here,” Spang said. “It’s so much more than a coffee place.”

Plate 21, 3664 Rugby Dr. 419-385-2121/ www.plate21.com or find them on Facebook.

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Simply delicious Sundays

culinary [tuesday, april 6]

Cooking Class

Chef Larry Johnson shows you how to make tomato basil soup, fresh citrus salad, sun-dried tomato beurre blanc chicken and chocolate mousse. 6pm. $40. Hilton Garden Inn, 6165 Levis Commons Blvd., Perrysburg.

419-872-9090. www.kitchentoolsandskills.com.

[saturday, april 10]

Hearthside Cooking

Experience life in an 1812 kitchen. Learn how to cook on a hearth with period kitchen tools.

Participants help prepare period recipes to go along with a lunch. Class members eat the meal at the end of the class. Pre-payment required, call for details. $30. Fort Meigs, 29100 W River Rd., Perrysburg. 800-283-8916. www.fortmeigs.org.

high spirits [wednesday, april 7]

Wine Tasting at Manhattan’s

Bring your friends and enjoy a wine tasting at Manhattan ’s restaurant. Uptown Vineyard invites you to taste five restaurant quality wines plus appetizers. RSVP. 6:30-8pm. $15. Manhattan’s, 1516 Adams St. 419-243-6675. www.manhattanstoledo.com.

[saturday, april 10]

Vineyard Adventure

Sample a world of wines, graze on hors d’oeuvres and enjoy live entertainment. This month’s adventure features the Best of the West, in the Great Hall of the Zoo’s Museum of Science. 7-9pm. $35 members, $40 non-members. The Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way. 419-385-5721 x3092. www.toledozoo.org.

Brunch off the beaten path by Karen L. Zickes

Northwest Ohio has another best-kept secret along the Maumee — Sunday brunch at Nazareth Hall. The historic brick building filled with old-world furnishings sits among 37 acres of beautiful landscape. Built by the nuns of the Ursuline Convent of the Sacred Heart in Toledo, Nazareth Hall opened in 1928 as a boarding school for boys ages 6 to14. After educating 4,300 students over 54 years, the school closed in 1982.

Nazareth Hall continues to host weddings, receptions, and corporate and private luncheons, and evening affairs. But each weekend, it also invites the public in for a special treat.

For three years, from November through Mother’s Day, Nazareth Hall has been serving up a mouth watering Sunday brunch each Sunday 11a.m.-2p.m. “We wanted to give back to the community,” said catering and sales manager Kevin Brown. “This [Sunday brunch] was our way to open our doors to the public.”

The 30-item affordable buffet draws in families to the beautiful and historic Nazareth Hall in Grand Rapids.

Brown said they wanted to keep it affordable so that anyone could come and enjoy the building, landscape, and of course, the 30-item buffet. For only $10 for adults, $5 for kids 12 and under (free for children under 3), it’s a unique, enjoyable outing off the beaten path.

Usually held in the Cadet West ballroom, guests enjoy beautiful windows and stained glass overlooking the campus.

Start off at the omelet station and work your way through breakfast with sausage, French toast, muffins, and fruit salad. Then you might want to move to the homemade soups, shrimp cocktail and salad bar. If you’re more about dinner items, move down to the chicken, beef, vegetables, pizza, and dessert. You’re guaranteed to find something to tempt your palate. Additional items and

extended hours highlight special Sundays such as Easter and Mother’s Day. A short scenic drive from the bustling city limits, you’ll enjoy a bit of history while filling up on scrumptious buffet options. Reservations are optional, but highly recommended.

Nazareth Hall, 21211 W. River Rd. (Rt. 65), Grand Rapids (GPS users may have to use Bowling Green). 419-832-2900/ www.nazarethhall.com.

Tastings at the Beer and Wine Cave

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

March 31-April 1

Beers of Bell’s Brewery and Easter Wines.

April 7-8

Lagunitas Beers and Ed Hardy Wines.

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Grotto love it After brunch, take a walk through Nazareth Hall’s grounds to the grotto. Built in the late 1920s from coral formations imported from the Mediterranean Sea, the grotto is a rocky outcropping arranged in tiers of formal archways. Just past the bridge and near the stream, it’s a pretty site, and a short, but pleasant walk, perfect for a Sunday morning stroll.

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Spend the weekend with Jed

Celebrate your weekend at a place that’s ready to reward you for your work week! Just show your badge/college ID, or recent pay stub after 8 p.m. on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays at Jed’s Barbecue and Brew, and you’ll get 25 percent off all full priced food and $1 (16 oz.)

Miller Lite Drafts. Have other plans for the weekend? Jed’s has specials every day of the week. Visit www.jedstoledo.com to learn more. 855 South Holland Sylvania Rd., Toledo.

419-868-6666.

pour on the sauce, shake on the spices and you’ve got a masterfully made and flavorful meal. 5001 Monroe St. 419-724-2900/www. gomongo.com.

Tea time at Westfield Franklin

Grill gone wild

Heat up your dinner with a trip to the grill!

Westfield Franklin Park recently welcomed its newest franchise, bd’s Mongolian Grill, giving visitors a unique “create your own stirfry” dining experience. Choose your meat or seafood, add in a hefty helping of vegetables,

Whether you’re new to tea or a long-time tea lover, Westfield Franklin Park’s new shop, Teavana, is an experience worth enjoying.

With the goal of being a “heaven of tea,” Teavana has over 95 locations throughout the U.S. and Mexico, each devoted to showcase the delicious tastes and health benefits that make tea a wonderful beverage. A wide range of tea, including white, black, green herbal, oolong and Rooibos, are available at this haven. View the various teas with descriptions or visit the New to Tea? page on Teavana’s website, www.teavana.com.

Westfield Franklin Park, 5001 Monroe St., Toledo. 419-475-1394.

—GS

Imantolov also provides a variation of delectable sides: potato pockets, cheesey noodles, and the interesting “manwich-without-a-bun.”

But don’t expect utensils. Everything from the on-the-go eatery is uniquely wrapped for easy, delicious travel.

Mud Hens’ fans can expect to see Boris come opening day. He says, “Mud Hens’ fans eat anything after victorious... it’s like shooting fish in barrel.” Find out more about this unique addition and its daily route at www.jerryssandwichery.com.

—PU

Sandwichery at its best

Food from a cart tends to get a bad rap, but downtown Toledo’s newest addition to nomadic-style cuisine, Jerry’s Traveling Sandwichery, throws these myths out the window. Owner Boris Imantolov whips up hoagies and grinders in a flash with various meats and cheeses stored in his solar-powered refrigerated cart. Along with custom-made sandwiches,

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The test of time

Deep and rich, The White Ribbon requires thoughtful consideration

by Stephen Davis The White Ribbon ★★★★

Presented entirely in black and white, Michael Haneke’s The White Ribbon bears its indie label with proud valor. Its simplistic settings mark that of a tightened budget, and the cast of relative unknowns allows your mind to quickly compare them to people you’ve personally known in your own life. But as the plot points become relative and the story unearths itself, it becomes quite clear that while simple in nature, the film is as complex as one could possibly imagine.

The village school teacher, a young man who is anxiously awaiting the day that he will be married, serves as the film’s narrator. He represents the lone ‘love’ story within the entire film, and his insightful mind helps bring clarity to the over-structured story during its most sluggish moments. It is he who begins to correctly figure out who is responsible

The Way Public Library concludes its “Reel Talk” classic movies series with the 1948 film, Sitting Pretty on Thursday, April 8. This golden-age comedy stars Robert Young, Maureen O’Hara, and Clifton Webb, who plays Lynn Belvedere, a fussy, sharp-tongued character he would reprise in several popular movies. In Sitting Pretty, Mr. Belvedere accepts a job babysitting in a gossip-laden suburban town. Joe Espen, retired Toledo area film projectionist serves as special guest speaker. 10 a.m. Free. Way Public Library, 101 E. Indiana Ave., Perrysburg. 419-874-3135/ www.waylibrary.info.

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Asian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Film Series

[friday, april 9]

Half Past Autumn: The Life and Works of Gordon Parks

This retrospective on Gordon Parks’ extraordinary life serves as a brief social history of America as well as a showcase for Parks’ work. 7:30pm. Free. Toledo Museum of Art, Little Theater, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. www.toledomuseum.org.

Star 80

The White Ribbon chronicles a series of misfortunes that plague a village just prior to World War I. for the weird mishaps occurring throughout the village, and it is he who must deal with the problem. He is curious and anxious, bringing an unusual character to the screen with fine precision.

But in the big scheme of things, nothing outshines the mischievous children, led by Klara, the preacher’s daughter.

Full of wit and intelligence, Klara proves to be the ringleader behind all of the crude happenings, but there is simply no proof. Her selective battle with her school teacher gives the film a little edge, as does her supposed willingness to do evil.

The symbolism in the film is quite possibly the most intriguing part of the whole process. Witnessing children run about and stir up drama amongst their elder townsfolk is nothing short of entertaining,

Keeping it “Reel”

[wednesday, april 7]

The Namesake is a film about Indian Americans and is a provocative look at two sides of immigration: the adjustments faced by a couple who move from a distant land and the struggles of their offspring to reconcile their parents’ traditional culture with their own American outlook. 12pm. Free. University of Toledo Student Union, 2801 W. Bancroft St. 419-530-2202. www.utoledo.edu.

R, 144 minutess,

Taking place in Germany, a year before the outbreak of World War I, The White Ribbon chronicles a series of misfortunes that plague a reasonably quiet village. The events range in terms of seriousness, but they all pave way to a character-study feature; one that forces you to think as not all events are tied up and given to you in the form of a physical conclusion.

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Cinematic conclusion

Spotlighting recent independent films, the Toledo-Lucas County Public Library continues its free Film FOCUS series with a screening of The Window on Monday, April 5. This 2009 Argentine film by director Carlos Sorin tells the story of Antonio, an 80-year-old writer living on his remote estate in Patagonia. Awaiting a visit from his long-estranged son, Antonio recalls his life in this delicately touching tale. The film series comes to an exciting conclusion Monday, April 12 with a Festival of Shorts. A collection of unique short films, the festival offers cinematic works you won’t see anywhere else. Check

but also raises many questions. Why are they doing this? What brings about such a violent side in today’s youth? Little did anyone know that in some thirty years the present youth would lead a regime of hatred in the name of Hitler. It is a chilling thought really, but one most worthy of noting.

As a whole body of work, The White Ribbon is a much better film after days of pondering over its approach, its meaning and its path. There is no simple way to describe the thoughts and questions that arise thanks to its showing, and an opinion should not be expressed until one has had time to think over the events that are laid out before you. There are dry moments, and ones that carry an unearthly slow pace. But in the end, after all is said and done, the film itself is able to overcome such roadblocks and create an experience that is more intellectually promising than most.

The White Ribbon opens Friday, April 2 at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor, MI. www.michtheater.org.

Part of the series “Films by Fosse,” featuring the directorial work of Bob Fosse. Star 80 is an unsettling film about the murdered Playboy centerfold Dorothy Stratten and the men who wanted to make her a star.

7:30pm. Free, $3 donations appreciated. UT Center for Performing Arts, Lab Theatre, Towerview and Campus Dr. 419-530-2202. www.utoledo.edu/as/theatrefilm.

[sunday, april 11]

It’s a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World

After a long prison sentence, Smiler Grogan is heading to a California park where he hid $350,000 from a job 15 years prior. He accidentally careens over a cliff in view of four cars whose occupants go to help. The dying Grogan gives details of where the money is buried and when the witnesses fail to agree on sharing the cash, a crazy chase develops across the state. 2pm. $3. The Ritz Theatre, 30 S. Washington St., Tiffin. 419-448-8544. www.ritztheatre.org.

out Charlie Thistle, who dreams of a better world—where trees grow indoors and animals can talk. But Charlie works at the Department of Normality, where change isn’t tolerated. There comes a time in everyone’s life when they have to take a stand, and that day is coming for Charlie Thistle. All Film FOCUS showcases are free and open to the public. 6:15 p.m. Main Library, McMaster Center, 325 Michigan St. www.toledolibrary.org. —ER

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Boq is back

Napoleon’s own Zach Hanna stars in ‘Wicked’

by Emily Rippe Nobody knows what it’s like to be misunderstood more than Elphaba (a.k.a. The Wicked Witch of the West). Long, long ago, way before she undeservedly earned the nickname—no small thanks to her sister Nessarose— Elphaba was an animal rights activist and political revolutionary. Wicked (1995 novel) is the untold story of the witches of Oz, a prequel to L. Frank Baum’s The Wonderful Wizard of Oz (1900).

Now a Broadway musical sensation, “Wicked” drops in on Toledo starting Wednesday, March 31 at the Stranahan Theater, bringing along an undeniable score of toe-tapping tunes, and an even more unforgettable cast from New York. But look a little closer at your program, and you may notice a familiar little munchkin.

Born and raised in Napoleon, Ohio (just south of Bowling Green), Zach Hanna stars in the touring show as Boq—the munchkin who falls in love with Glinda “The Good Witch” the moment he lays eyes on her. Boq later turns into a more recognizable character from the land of Oz, the Tin Woodman.

“It’s a dream come true to be in a show of this scale,” Hanna said. “’Wicked’ is one of the most popular musicals you can be a part of, and I feel very blessed and fortunate.”

Zach Hanna stars as Boq, a munchkin who immediately falls in love with Glinda the Good Witch in the touring production of “Wicked.”

Having performed in his fair share of local high school productions before attending the Boston Conservatory of Music, and finally moving to New York City where he auditioned and earned roles in “Alter Boyz,” “Jesus Christ Superstar” and “Convenience,” Hanna tried out several times for “Wicked” before being cast as an understudy for Boq, and ultimately assuming the role as his own in December. Now on the road for nearly five months, Hanna likens the “Wicked” experience to that of a pop star. “People freak out over this show,” he said. “Audience members come dressed in green, and usually know almost every line.”

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Hanna is excited to perform at the Stranahan, the theater where he saw his first musical at age 11. “Toledo has always brought in a lot of great shows,” Hanna said. “But to have ‘Wicked’ come here is just huge. It will certainly bring in a lot of revenue, and people from all over Ohio and Michigan will travel to see it.”

“Wicked” runs at the Stranahan Theater, 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd. through Sunday, April 18. Tickets are available at the theater’s box office or through Ticketmaster, 800-745-3000. For more information including schedule and showtimes, www.stranahantheater.com.

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Bradley tells Toledo tales

Local author and University of Toledo creative writing professor Jane Bradley is at it again.

After a busy year of writing, teaching and judging— Bradley served as one of TCP’s 2009 Poetry and Fiction Contest judges—she makes an appearance at Borders Books on Saturday, April 3 in support of her latest creative endeavor. An expert of the short story, Bradley recently released her latest collection of writings, Are We Lucky Yet. Full of multidimensional characters looking for love and luck, the book contains comic, quirky stories inspired by the city of Toledo (including the notorious Mother’s Day Brawl of 2007 at the Golden Corral). The book signing takes place from 2-4 p.m. Borders (at Westfield/Franklin Park), 5001 Monroe St. 419-474-3704/www.borders.com.

Howl Toledo

A group of visionary poets and vagabonds from Toledo will gather to celebrate the deathiversary of one of America’s greatest poets, literary geniuses, and acid-head gurus on Monday, April 5 at the Ottawa Tavern. The night, dubbed “Howl Toledo,” will consist of readings of Allen Ginsberg’s zen-psychedelic canon, poems and stories inspired by the man and his works, and a brief open mic for the public to share their own Ginsberg experiences, stories and poems.

Readers include Mike Kochinski, Caroline Gauger, Ashley Eichner, Ryan A. Bunch and other Toledo literary heroes and giants. 7 p.m. Free. The Ottawa Tavern, 1817 Adams St. www.otavern.com.

—ER

Catcher in T-Town

Many Toledoans were saddened by the death this year of legendary author J.D. Salinger.

But what few of them know is that the famously reclusive icon was once one of us, and soon there will be literary proof. Papers discovered in the writer’s estate reveal that the young Salinger spent the summer of 1938 right here in the Glass City, after dropping out of college in Pennsylvania, and in fact worked as a busboy at the just-opened Tony Packo’s. What’s more, according to Salinger scholar Josiah Kornbluth, an unpublished novel has just been discovered which is clearly set in a fictional version of Toledo.

“It’s quite a fascinating piece of work,” Kornbluth said. “Salinger was wrestling with

themes he would continue to explore for decades.”

According to Kornbluth, the protagonist, known only as “Bucky,” discovers Buddhism after being told by a hot-dog buying customer to “Make me one with everything.” He seems to enjoy the city’s ambience, but decries the large number of “phonies” he encounters. He spends a great deal of time at a fictionalized Ottawa park, preventing small children from wandering into traffic.

Thorny legal issues may prevent this Catcher In T-Town from seeing the light of day, but we should hope the lawyers can’t keep work of this importance from its rightful place. For more info, www.catcherinttown.com.

Against alt-weekly Armageddon

TCP thought we had our work cut out for us when another Toledo arts and entertainment based paper began publication last month.

We weren’t sure whether to address the issue or not, but now a third publication, the daily Asteroid, announced the release of a 52-page A&E newspaper seven days a week. “Toledo’s arts scene is really booming right now,” said Editor-in-Chief Jeff Macoby. “We feel it’s a great disservice to the public that there wasn’t 24-hour coverage on the things that matter most.” Art, music, film, theatre, books, Internet trends—these are the topics that all alternative newspapers find pertinent to a city thriving in culture. But Macoby stressed that the Astroid aims to cover the events that TCP and others seem to be missing. “No other publication in this town has ever touched on Toledo’s amazing spazz-core or mambo-glitch fusion groups.”

Upon hearing about the new paper that could essentially “wipe out” TCP, and perhaps even the Toledo Blade’s Peach section, edited by Cherry Nanciann, we decided it would be best to work together to prevent any impending Alt-Weekly Armageddon. “I’m not even sure ‘spazz-core’ and ‘mambo-glitch fusion’ are real genres,” said TCP Publisher Collette Jacobs. “But I’ll be damned if someone named Macoby thinks he knows more than our collective staffs about Toledo’s music scene.” Michael Miller, editor of the Toledo Free Press and the Star agreed. “We’re going to keep doing what we do best” Miller said. “Providing the people of Toledo with top-notch A&E coverage for nearly one whole month.”

—HA

Playing it wright

Perfect performance

Playwrights from Seattle, Washington to Red Wing, Minnesota are being recognized in Toledo on Friday, April 9 - Sunday, April 11 at Lourdes College’s Festival of One Acts.

Select winners of the Drama Society’s One Act Playwriting Competition (held last fall) fill the program, featuring Rand Higbee’s “Bottom of the Ninth,” Russell Weeks’ “Name that Neurotoxin” and George Freek’s “You Should Always Speak Your Mind.” Additional works include “1-900DESPERATE,” “Failing the Improv,” “The Tooth Hurts” and “Untitled #2.” The competition garnered international attention and received submissions from across the U.S. and Canada, and Weeks (of Seattle) was awarded first place for “Name That Neurotoxin,” depicting a dinner served with a twist of insanity. Performances run Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. $5. Lourdes College, Ebeid Student Center, 6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania. www.lourdes.edu. —ER

The Lourdes College Theater Vision concludes its 25th season with a musical you don’t have to hear to appreciate.

On Tuesday, April 13, the Kennedy Center for Young Audiences on Tour presents “Nobody’s Perfect,” performed simultaneously in spoken English and American Sign Language.

It is the first production in the U.S. to tour with a built-in open caption system. Based on the children’s book written by actress Marlee Matlin, “Nobody’s Perfect” is the story of two fourth grade students Megan and Alexis who form an inspiring friendship over their unique differences—Megan is deaf and Alexis’ brother is autistic. Coinciding with the play, Very Special Arts of Ohio presents Communicating through the Arts. During this 75-minute interactive workshop, [thursday, april 8] students expand their theatre experience And the Winner Is... by exploring ways to improve nonverbal Tyler Johnes, a self-obsessed movie star, is finally communication skills and learning more nominated for an Oscar, and dies the night before the about the Deaf culture and American awards. Outraged at his bad luck and determined to know Sign Language. “Nobody’s Perfect” runs if he wins, he bargains with a heavenly gatekeeper to return to earth for the big night. Along the way, he drags at 10 a.m. and 12:15 p.m. $8. Lourdes his agent, his acting rival, his bombshell girlfriend and his College, 6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania. ex-wife into the journey, in a twisting tale of Hollywood, www.lourdes.edu.

theater events

the afterlife, and how we are judged. Call or see website for show times. $10-$12. OCC Center for Fine and Performing Arts, 30335 Oregon Rd., Perrysburg.

567-661-2787. www.owens.edu.

Satirical Sedaris

The author of several bestsellers—including Naked, Me Talk Pretty One Day, and Dress Your Family in Corduroy— David Sedaris makes an appearance at the Michigan Theater Wednesday, April 14, bringing along his sardonic wit and incisive social critiques. Prepare yourself for a humorous night full of Sedaris’ readings, recollections, and book signing. 7:30 p.m. $45-$65.

Michigan Theater, 603 E. Liberty St. 734-668-TIME/ www.michtheatre.org.

—ER

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for her guidance from the grave for that introduction.

ARTIST’S PALETTE DAVID ALLEN WISNIEWSKI, BUT PEOPLE CALL ME DAVE OR DW.

Website www.davewisniewski.com or www.dwpaintings. com. I have a Facebook page as well.

Works exhibited at American Gallery (Sylvania), Serafino Gallery (Cleveland, Ohio) and Space 237 (starting Friday, April 16 in Toledo). In the last year I have displayed my work at these galleries: Agora Gallery (Chelsea, NY), Sur St. Clair (Toledo), Adrian College (Adrian, MI) and Encore

by JD Wesley (Toledo).

Career beginning: My mother was an artist and equipped me with painting supplies at an early age. When I was in the 3rd grade I took my first oil painting to school for “Show and Tell” and it was placed on an easel in the hall for all the students to see. My teacher told me I was very talented. I had no idea what talent was until that very moment.

My professional art experience started when a record store hired me as the store artist in 1977.

I created art for all the displays and promotions throughout the store. At that time I discovered the airbrush and began painting airbrushed portraits of the recording artists and movie stars. I was a fairly successful street artist.

I have been diabetic all my life and in 1987 it caught up with me. I was diagnosed with Diabetic Retinopathy, and found my eyesight was failing.

Treatments and surgeries helped but by the end of the year I was legally blind, and the redesign of my future was at hand. After low vision evaluations, intensive rehabilitation and aptitude testing by the Bureau of Services for the Visually Impaired, I was then asked, “Mr. Wisniewski, what is it you would like to do?” I replied, “Well... I am still an artist.” The BSVI assisted me in obtaining a formal education in art at the University of Toledo where I majored in painting. The professors and instructors were essential in helping me find a way to use my remaining sight to create art and I graduated Suma Cum Laude.

My mother died suddenly in 1999. A week after her death my father was notified that a sofa mom had purchased was ready for pick-up. Still dazed by her untimely death, we dragged ourselves to the furniture store. During the transaction the sales clerk painfully reflected on how my mother boasted that I was a “wonderful artist.” The clerk referred me to a local art gallery. I took a painting to the gallery and was invited to display my work.

That first painting, a cowboy, sold before it was even hung. I believe I have my mother to thank

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Favorite place in house: No question; the garage is my favorite place in the house. I hear some people park cars in them; that’s funny. I can spend hours on end out there. It is a 2 1⁄2 car garage and one end is my painting station and at the other end, all my woodworking tools.

In the years following high school I worked as a carpenter and though now I can’t read a ruler, I have found other ways to measure, mark and cut. I build my own frames and unique furniture.

Biggest indulgence: Good Tequila and fine cigars or fine Tequila and good cigars; either way.

Inspiration: I had to really think about this question. I feel like a swimmer; head down and thrusting forward, trying to stay on top of my objective. So it is interesting to look up and back at the wake behind you and study the course you took. I find my mom at the heart of it all and regret that she is not alive to see how far I have come. She was behind me every step of the way.

She would drive me to my classes and even sit in on the Art History lectures with me. Her love for me and what I was doing as an artist was so strong her inspirational ember glows in my heart to this day. Another source of inspiration comes from the vision Hollywood has created around the cowboy hat and the six gun. Those close-up shots of lawmen and outlaws with that Hollywood lighting “ jingles my spurs, partner!”

Famous people you have shaken hands with: I have shook hands with a few celebrities including BB King, Henry Winkler, Rodney Dangerfield, and even Tiny Tim, but the one that really stands alone is Buddy Rich.

I was the store artist for Peaches Records back in ‘77 and the store would invite artists to the record store to sign autographs and put their handprints in wet cement. I was a huge fan of the “World’s Greatest Drummer” because I was a drummer, and he was the man every drummer looked up to.

I had created a large in store display using drums from my own set. Buddy walked up to the display and asked, “Who did this?” Somebody said, “He did” and pointed to me. Buddy looked at me and cracked that huge toothy smile and said, “Good Job, man!” Then reached out and shook my hand.

That was very cool. I had him autograph my snare drum and I still use it.

Song that reminds you of your significant other or first love: Back in high school when my wife and I began dating, Elton John just released “Goodbye Yellow brick Road”. It has always been “our song” and it is kind of nice that is not one of those over played songs from the ‘70s. We seem to hear it when it is most fitting.

Shiny, gloomy ceramics

Shine Ceramics (the name used by local potter Jules Webster to market her line of contemporary kitchen and home accessories) and Wesley’s Bar team up once again for the Raising the Bar series on Saturday, April 10. The evening offers a first-look at Shine Ceramics new series. Gloom Ceramics, the antithesis of Shine, marks a departure from the signature style of her cheerful pottery depicting floral themes in bright colors, slow moving pond turtles and happy native song birds. Initially unassuming and innocent, Gloom Ceramics depicts a range of humorous and suggestive motives. Creating mugs, serving plates, bowls and storage jars, Shine’s designs are hand drawn and painted on each piece, and include scenes of birds “flipping the bird,” black widow and assassin bugs stalking their prey, matadors bull-fighting and a symbolic use of “the birds and the bees” on several pieces. But Shine still hopes to shed a positive light through her artwork, more pleasant scenes of birds with head-phones spinning records and dancing are also included in the new line. More than 100 new works exhibited. Live entertainment by The Reese Dailey Band. 7 p.m. Free. Wesley’s Bar, 1201 Adams. St. Shine Ceramics are produced at Space 237’s ClaySpace Studio. For more info, www.shineceramics.com.

Anthony McCarty’s vibrantly colored works focus on what it means to be a living, breathing person.

Anthony McCarty’s: A Series of Random Events

After eight years living, working and attending art school in New York, multidisciplinary artist Anthony McCarty finds himself back in the Toledo area, and has been making a name for himself on the local arts scene since his return last year. The Monroe, Michigan native decided to come to Ohio for a little self-reflection. “I moved back from New York to find free time and good people to collaborate with,” McCarty said. “And it’s been more than I had ever hoped.”

Following an installation at Artomatic in 2009 and a collaborative exhibition at Bozarts earlier this year, McCarty is currently part of the Quest for Fire Exhibition at the Toledo Museum of Art’s Community Gallery (through Sunday, May 2). On Friday, April 2, McCarty opens his first solo exhibition at Bozarts.

“A Series of Random Events” features works focused on Monica Edgerton-Sperry opens a new art school in life—what it means to be alive Perrysburg, offering courses for all skill levels. and the many ways one can interpret that meaning. McCarty describes his artwork—which consists mostly Edgerton’s easel Take artistic direction from a life-long of paintings, as well as a sculptures and graphic expert. In the traditional studio-style teaching, design pieces—as “a process that begins award-winning artist Monica Edgerton- from nowhere and ends up somewhere.” His Sperry recently opened Edgerton Art month-long exhibition is available for viewing in Perrysburg, where students can receive by appointment, 419-464-5785. Opening instruction in beginning through advanced reception runs Friday, 6 p.m. -12:30 a.m. drawing and painting classes. The studio/ Bozarts, 151 S. St. Clair. For more info, visit school is a welcomed community resource Anthony McCarty and Bozarts on Facebook. for adults and high school students who seek personalized art instruction in smaller classes without the pressure of working for grades.

Edgerton-Sperry, a seasoned professional artist, holds a BFA in Drawing and Painting from California State University-Fullerton, an MFA in Painting from Bowling Green State University and has participated in additional concentrated studies at The New York Academy of Art Graduate School of Figurative Art. Combined, Edgerton-Sperry has more than 12 years of experience teaching in local venues including the Toledo Museum of Art, the University of Toledo, BGSU and Lourdes College. Ten and twelve-week courses begin Tuesday, April 6.

For schedules and registration, 419-290-6457/ Edgerton.Art@att.net. Edgerton Art Studio and School, 26963 Eckel Rd.

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Eat your art out

You don’t need to deplete your wallet or pocketbook to fill somebody’s empty bowl.

Toledo Botanical Garden hosts a springtime lunch, along with an art exhibition and sale on Monday, April 12. The Art of Soup, an Empty Bowls event, benefits the Toledo Northwestern Ohio Food Bank. For $5 admission, guests receive a bowl of homemade soup and bread (produced by Toledo-area businesses), and the chance to check out and purchase artistic bowls created by local artisans. Additionally, artists at TBG will present their works throughout the afternoon. 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Toledo Botanical Garden, Terrace Room, 5403 Elmer Dr. 419-536-5566/www.toledogarden.org.

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website for gallery hours. Free. Hudson Gallery, 5645 N. Main St., Sylvania. 419-885-8381. www.hudsongallery.net. Through April 17.

Absolut Europa, River House Arts gallery

friday2 BFA 2010 Exhibit, Featuring the work of

five graduating students: Dean Bucher, Baylee Burrowes, Julie Cikra, Elizabeth Herren and Erin Morlock. Opening reception April 2 6-9pm. Free.

Center for the Visual Arts Gallery, 620 Grove Pl., 419-530-8300. www.utoledo.edu/as/art.

Exhibit runs through April 25.

Glass Olympics, Faculty and staff from colleges and universities across the country come together in a friendly competition and demonstration of glassblowing skills. 7-10pm.

Toledo Museum of Art, 2455 Monroe St. 419255-8000. www.toledomuseum.org.

friday9 25th Annual Photo Contest, The Photo

Arts Club of Toledo presents a photo contest and exhibit, co-sponsored and exhibited by the National Center For Nature Photography.

Secor Metropark, 10001 W. Central Ave., Berkey. 419-407-9757. www.naturephotographycenter.com.

Through May 9.

With Technical Assistance, Flatlanders Art

Galleries proudly present this exhibit with the TA’s of Adrian College, featuring artists John Ahearn, Janel Dziesinski, and Meghan Walton.

Flatlanders Art Gallery, 11993 E. US 223, Blissfield, MI. 517-486-4591. www.flatlandersculpture.com.

Through April 3.

New Works, Hudson Gallery is pleased to

announce an exhibition of new paintings, drawings and prints by five gallery artists.

These fresh, exciting and colorful paintings and drawings are sure to remind you of the coming spring and summer. Lush and saturated greens, blues, oranges and reds fill the gallery with the colors of changing seasons. See

saturday10 MFA Thesis Exhibition, See the BGSU Art Department’s graduate students display their thesis projects. In the Dorothy Uber Bryan and Willard Wankelman Galleries. Reception April 9, 7-9pm. Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green. 419-372-8525. http://art.bgsu.edu.

Exhibit runs through April 20.

Adorning Glory, 20 North Gallery presents

presents a fine print art show with pieces by many famous artists including Miro, Vogel, Kandinsky and Dali. River House Arts, 115 W. Front St., Perrysburg. 419-874-8900. www.river-house-arts.com. Through April 3.

outrageous jewelry by local artist Kimberly Arden. She creates memory wire bracelets, polymer clay jewlery and mixed media creations. 20 North Gallery, 18 N. St. Clair St. 419-241-2400. www.20northgallery.net. Through April 24.

Leslie Adams, This show features recent

drawings by local portrait artist Leslie Adams.

Flatlanders Art Gallery, 11993 E. US 223, Blissfield, MI. 517-486-4591. www.flatlandersculpture.com. Through April 25.

Switch Hitters III, Features sculptures by Ken

Thompson and John Leyland. Flatlanders Art Gallery, 11993 E. US 223, Blissfield, MI. 517-486-4591. www.flatlandersculpture.com.

Through April 25.

Barton, Makar, Weiss, Throughout spring, the Parkwood Gallery is filled with an intriguing collection of diverse work, from the hip-hop and black pop culture-inspired works of Sam Barton, to the one-of-a-kind, literally moving installation of Laura Makar—a specially designed piece for this show that explores human movement—to the unique ceramics of Mary Weiss, at once politically charged, positive, and lonely. 6-8pm.

1838 Parkwood Ave. 419-254-2787. www.acgt.org. Through April 30.

Spring Art Show, The Eberly Center for Women presents a beautiful exhibition full of art created by women residences around Toledo. Call for more info. University of Toledo, The Eberly Center for Women, 2801 W. Bancroft St. 8:30am-5pm.

419-530-8570. Through May 7.

BGSU presents its graduate students’ thesis projects.

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2445 Monroe St. 419.255.8000 www.toledomuseum.org

it’s friday April 2 Create a glass flower($15 members/ $20 nonmembers), listen to Quartet Bernadette, and taste Ampelos Cellars wine.

April 9 In an Art Hour, create a glass heart or flamework glass pendants (see above pricing) with local glass artist Les Robertson. Attendees also have the opportunity to view a film - Half Past Autumn: The Life and Works of Gordon Parks

ongoing exhibitions Bare Witness: Photographs by Gordon Parks, Pioneering photographer, journalist, and film director Gordon Parks captures a cross section of the human experience-from wealth to poverty, fame to obscurity in his visually arresting images. Perhaps best known as the director of the Hollywood hit “Shaft,” Parks was first acknowledged as a master of the photographic arts. Through April 25.

Quest for Community, Quest For Fire Studios and friends take over the Toledo Museum of Art’s Community Gallery. Nearly thirty artists were asked to produce a piece for this collection. The exhibit is unjuried and uncensored. Through May 2.

Mexico’s Toledo, Francisco Toledo is inspired by Mexican culture, his native state of Oaxaca, and his Zapotic heritage.

Using surrealist influences and a deep knowledge of printmaking technique, Toledo ’s art shows an appreciation for the aesthetics of nature. Through May 9.

Whistler: Influences, Friends and the Not-So-Friendly, Featuring works on paper from the Toledo Museum of Art’s renowned collection, the exhibition highlights the talents of the iconic American artist James Abbott McNeill Whistler (1834–1903), positioning his work within the context of his contemporaries, influences, friends, and enemies. As a printmaker, Whistler was a leading personality among all modern etchers. Through May 30.

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thursday 1 [ education ]

Registration Rocks, An opportunity for prospective students to receive academic advising, as well as register for summer and fall classes all in one fun-filled day. Meet with staff members, take a placement test and pick up info about financial aid, activities, housing and academic programs.

A separate program on learning to support your children in college is offered to parents who attend.

Attendees are provided with a free lunch during their visit. Registration is required. Also on April 7.

8:30am-3pm. Free. Owens Community College, 30335 Oregon Rd., Perrysburg. 567-661-7253. www.owens.edu.

11th Annual First Amendment Freedom Forum, Cell phones, Twitter, Facebook and cheap video cameras have empowered ordinary people to serve as journalists, who record history as it occurs and then share it with the public. Citizens often lack training in journalism and do not check facts or worry about distortion. The forum discusses a nation of misinformed people ill-prepared to participate in democracy. 7pm. Free.

Law Center Auditorium, University of Toledo, 2801 W. Bancroft St. 419-530-4672. www.law.utoledo.edu.

[ benefit ] Sleep Out for the Homeless Tent City, Owens Community College students spend a night under the stars to raise homeless awareness. The students spend 20 consecutive hours camping out on the college’s courtyard lawn between Health Technologies Hall and College Hall. Everyone is encouraged to show their support by making a monetary donation or dropping off basic hygienic, cleaning, clothing and non-perishable food items for the Sparrow’s Nest in Toledo during this event.

Desired items include toilet paper, powder laundry detergent, hair products, toothbrushes, toothpaste, bleach and towels. Donations can be made or dropped off on the College’s courtyard lawn between Health Technologies Hall and College Hall during the event. 4pm. Through April 2 at 12pm.

Free. Owens Community College, 30335 Oregon Rd., Perrysburg.

567-661-7583. www.owens.edu.

friday 2 [ education ]

The Spring Skies Over Toledo, Take a look at the stars, constellations and planets visible from right here in Toledo. Also examine the ancient mythologies associated with constellations and the latest discoveries in astronomy including the search for life on Mars and the discovery of extra-solar planets. Every Friday through April 16. 7pm. $5-$6.

Ritter Planetarium-Brooks Observatory at UT, 2801 W. Bancroft St. 419-530-2650. www.rpbo.utoledo.edu.

[ outdoors ]

Tea in the Solarium, Welcome spring by sipping specially-made tea and sampling sandwiches and desserts while overlooking the Shipman garden in full bloom. Reservations welcome but not required. In the Living Room. 12-3pm. $7. Wildwood Preserve Metropark, 5100 W. Central Ave., Sylvania. 419- 490-1302. www.metroparkstoledo.com.

It’s been a couple months since the lovely (yet intimidating) ladies of the Glass City Rollers have played a home bout. The roller derby girls bring their unique sport back to the SeaGate Convention Centre on Saturday, April 3.

With saucy uniforms and nicknames to match—including Punk Monkey, Satan’s Little Helper and Moxie Morbid—this flat track roller derby team will delight and entertain you with their excellent sportsmanship and role-playing antics.

GCR take on the Steel City Derby Demons B-Unit from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. 7 p.m. $11. For more information on the Glass City Rollers, including schedule, player bios, and ways to get involved with the team, visit www.glasscityrollers.com. SeaGate Convention Centre, 401 Jefferson Ave. — ER

[ spiritual fitness ]

Come, Touch the Robe Easter Musical, Recount the interaction of those who were with Jesus during His last days here on earth. The Robe held a different meaning for each person who encountered Jesus and experienced His nature.

Through these touching moments, meet Jesus and experience the healing, the glory, and the power of Christ. Celebrate the Easter season with this choral musical. 7-8pm. Free. Garden Park Christian Church, 8605 Salisbury Rd., Monclova.

419-868-7700. www.gardenpark.org.

6th Annual City Wide Dance Competition, After the Hip Hop Explosion, this event is open to all forms of dance. The competition provides an opportunity for Toledo youth to dance their hearts out, in front of their peers and parents. See various local dance teams perform. Co-hosted by The Owens Black Student Union. Judged by the choreographer of Beyonce’s “Single Ladies” and “Diva”, JaQuel Knight. In the main gym. Call for info and tickets.

6pm. $5 advance, $7 at door. Owens Community College, 30335 Oregon Rd., Perrysburg.

419-290-4256. www.owens.edu.

saturday 3 [ spiritual fitness ]

[ other ] Animal Egg Hunt, On the Friday before Easter, animals throughout the Zoo take part in their own Animal Egg Hunt as they track down eggs hidden in their habitats. This event features a number of craft areas and story times throughout the day. More details online. 10:15am-3:15pm. The Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way. 419-385-4040. www.toledozoo.org.

[ dance ]

Hip Hop Explosion, Area residents interested in expanding their knowledge about hip-hop dance and showcasing their dancing skills are invited to participate. The event features hip-hop dance instruction from nationally-recognized professional choreographers, as well as a dancing skills talent competition. Individuals are able to participate in one of three dance classes, including junior, intermediate and advanced. Learn about an array of dance styles. Located in the Student Health and Activities Center and the Center for Fine and Performing Arts. 9am-4pm. $45 for a one-day pass, $75 for both days. $20 to observe. Owens Community College, 30335 Oregon Rd., Perrysburg. 567-661-7583. www.owens.edu.

Heart Forgiveness: The Call to a Path to Peace, Participants are introduced to a new world of possibilities for living free from the toxic baggage of anger and unforgiveness. Learned limitations are demonstrated through the use of Kinesiology with introduction to the simple, effective and measurable process of eliminating these learned limitations and associated anger. See website for details. 1-2pm. Free introduction.

Toledo-Lucas County Library, Sylvania Branch, 6749 Monroe St., Sylvania. 419-754-6909. http://johanmiller.heartforgiveness.org.

[ benefit ]

Spaghetti Dinner, Presented by the co-workers of Philip Cureton. Enjoy acoustic bands, DJs, door prizes and a 50/50 raffle. Ticket includes meal and entertainment. All proceeds benefit the late Philip’s medical expenses. 1-6pm. $6. Tequila Shiela’s, 702 Monroe St. 419-690-8160.

Bowling for TDC saturday3 Love bowling, but have a hard time knocking down that last pin? Your days of missed strikes are over. On Saturday, April 3, the Toledo Deaf Club hosts a benefit bowling tournament called “9 is Fine.” This singles competition bends the rules just a little, and grants strikes if nine pins fall on the first ball. Prizes awarded after bowling. This event is open to all USBC sanctioned as well as all non-sanctioned bowlers. 11 a.m. $35 entry fee ($5 for non-bowler fans). Interstate Lanes, 819 Lime City Rd., Rossford. For more information on the Toledo Deaf Club, www.tdcnow.com — ER

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National Start! Walking Day, The American Heart Association is calling Northwest Ohio residents to walk for 30 minutes on National Start! Walking Day. Local residents and members of the business community are encouraged to visit one or more of the sixteen locations throughout the area to celebrate the designation of a National Start! Walking Path.

Start! is the American Heart Association’s national initiative that champions walking because it has the lowest dropout rate of any physical activity. The Northwest Ohio paths are among hundreds of Start!

Walking Paths designated across the country. Visit the website for a list of paths nationwide or to map a custom walking route in your neighborhood. Free.

419-740-6172. www.startwalkingnow.org.

[ comedy ]

Mike Lukas, Mike has performed his comedy to national audiences on NBC’s The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, Late Night With Conan O’ Brien, Comedy Central, and VH-1’s Stand-up Stand-up.

He is a regular performer in some of the top clubs in the country. See website for showtimes.

Through April 11. $8. Connxtions Comedy Club, 5319 Heatherdowns Rd. 419-867-9041. www.connxtionscomedyclub.com.

Chili’s Comedy Dojo Graduation Show, Chili’s students take the stage. Fresh from completing Chili’s Comedy Dojo, they will experience the thrill of performing in front of a live audience. For ages 21 and up. 7pm. $5. Fat Fish Blue Home of the Funny Bone, 6140 Levis Commons Blvd., Perrysburg. 419-931-3474. www.toledofunnybone.com.

thursday 8 [ sports ] Mud Hen’s Opening Week, The Toledo Mud Hens take on the Louisville Bats at home, through April 11. See website for game schedule. $9 per game.

Fifth Third Field, 406 Washington St. 419-725-HENS. www.mudhens.com.

School and the Whitehouse Chamber of Commerce scholarship fund. Enjoy linguini with meatballs, homemade sauce from scratch, a roll with butter, salad, dessert and beverage. Reserve seats online.

Seatings at 5, 5:45, 6:30 and 7pm. $4-$8. Pythian Castle, 6761 Providence St., Whitehouse. www.whitehouseohiochamber.com.

saturday 10 [ health ] Free Health Screening, ProMedica Total Wellness offers free health screenings and educational information. The focus is on cancer, heart disease and diabetes. Participants are screened for cholesterol, blood pressure, blood sugar and body mass index (BMI). 7am-1pm. Free. Asian Senior Center, 1865 Finch St. 419-291-5826. www.promedica.org.

[ other ]

Antiques in April, Collectors’ dreams come true as MCCC hosts its ninth-annual Antiques in April Show and Sale. The show is fast becoming one of the best antique shows in the Midwest, featuring an unprecedented display of high quality antiques and collectibles from the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries. Also April 11 at 10am-4pm.

Located in the Welch Health Education Building.

9am-5pm. $3. Monroe Community College, 1555 S. Rasinville Rd., Monroe, MI. 734-384-4272. www.monroeccc.edu.

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[ other ] Open House, Enjoy hors d’oeuvres, beverages, tours, a video presentation and a live jazz band while getting to know the International Boxing Club.

6-8pm. Free. International Boxing Club & Learning Center, 1717 Adams St. 419-244-8955. www.internationalboxingclub.org.

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Wed, April 7 Mike Lukas at Connxtions Comedy Club

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[ singles ] Singles Big Dance Mixer, Presented by Glass City Singles. Enjoy the Easter Bonnet Parade and participate in the Annual Easter Bonnet Style Show for a $25 cash prize. Get into the Easter Vintage by wearing something flashy and pink. 8pm. $7.

Gladieux Meadows, 4480 Heatherdowns Ave. 734-856-8963. www.toledosingles.com.

[ other ] Rummage/Bake Sale, Donations being accepted through April 8. Call to make arrangements for donation pickups. Friday, 10am-6pm. Saturday, 10am-3pm. Collingwood United Methodist Church, 701 Phillips Ave. 419-476-8034. www.collingwoodumc.com.

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Fri, April 2 Animal Egg Hunt at the Toledo Zoo

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Sat, April 3 Glass City Rollers bout Love to see a good cat fight. Meeeooow.

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Pasta Night Event, The Whitehouse Chamber of Commerce and the Annual Power House Run/Walk welcome you to join the big “Pasta Night Event,” a fundraiser that benefits Whitehouse Primary

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Feel the Elvis spirit saturday10 Elvis isn’t leaving the building.

In fact, multiple Elvises will join forces for the 8th Annual Toledo Elvis Festival on Saturday, April 10. Held at the Erie Street Market’s Civic Centre Promenade, the festival is once again brought to town by the official Elvis Presley’s Sweet Spirit Fan Club of Toledo. The Toledo Elvis Fest features a variety of local musicians performing their best renditions of Elvis hits. Starring D.J. Fontana, Phillip Bauer, Nick Gutierrez and the Roustabout Show Band, this musical event keeps the spirit of Elvis alive. Don’t miss Elvis Tribute Artists Robert Rosencrantz and Leo Days. Proceeds benefit the non-profit organization, Honor Flight Northwest Ohio. $20$50. 2 p.m. Erie Street Market, 237 S. Erie St. 419-727-5847/ www.elvissweetspirit.com.

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monday 12 [ sports ]

Toledo Mud Hens, Toledo Mud Hens play the Indianapolis Indians. Also April 13. 6:30pm. $9.

Fifth Third Field, 406 Washington St. 419-725-HENS. www.mudhens.com.

[ health ]

Care Giver Seminar, Learn how to help your loved ones in their life journey. Discussion begins with an Northwest Ohio Dance Club, Enjoy swing, hustle, open forum. Also learn about medical equipment.

Latin, country western, ballroom and line dancing. 7pm. Free. Eleanor Kahle Senior Center, Come at 7pm for a dance lesson, free for members 1315 Hillcrest Ave. 419-206-5979. www.caregiverresourcesnwohio.com. or $5 for guests. 8pm. $5 members, $10 nonmembers. Toledo Yacht Club, 3900 N. Summit St. [ health ] www.northwestohiodanceclub.shutterfly.com.

Distinguished Lecture Series, Dr. Robert V. Remini, the guest speaker, discusses Andrew Square and Contra Dancing, Experience old Jackson and Indian Removal. Often seen as a time contra, round and square dances performed to a live band. Beginning dancers and experienced defender of the common man, his presidency is also considered controversial because of his policy dancers are welcome. No partner is necessary.

Wear cool, comfortable clothing. The dance follows toward Native Americans. Open to the public. 7pm.

Free. Franciscan Theater & Conference Center, a potluck dinner. 6:45-10:30pm. $5-$7. Rossford United Methodist Church, 270 Dixie Hwy., Rossford. Lourdes College, 6832 Covent Blvd., Sylvania.

419-824-3741. www.lourdes.edu.

419-691-5389. www.notmad.org.

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[ benefit ]

[ other ]

2010 Walk MS, Join over 3,000 other walkers to raise awareness and support for those living with multiple sclerosis in Northwest Ohio. Participation supports programs, services, and research sponsored by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.

Meet at the Health Education Building. Free.

The University of Toledo, 2801 W. Bancroft Rd. 419-897-9533. www.nationalmssociety.org.

Transform Yourself, Presented by Toledo Women’s Connection, with special feature Nancy Linker from purselove.com. She “transforms you” with many beautiful accessories. Dinner starts at 6:30pm followed by the accessories style show.

6:30 pm. Free. Garden Lake Hall, 5359 Dorr St. www.stonecroft.org.

networking events monday 5

friday 9

EPIC Green Initiatives Action Team Meeting This

Growing Green

event educates EPIC Members on green issues and initiatives relative to business and community. See website to learn how to become a member. 12pm. Free.

Packo’s at the Park, 7 S. Superior St. 419-243-8191. www.epictoledo.com.

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Women’s Connection West features Mary and Kevin Machon of Bensell’s Greenhouse and Teri Sevinsky of Strongsville, OH. Lunch included. Also, a complimentary nursery is available. Make reservations

by April 5. 9:15-11:15am. $14. Sylvania Country Club, 5201 Corey Rd., Sylvania.

419-841-9653.

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Country music is not just for Southern listeners anymore.

That’s right—music with a southern twang is beloved by many people in Toledo and northwest Ohio. Make sure to grab your best flannel getup, cowboy boots or Daisy Duke shorts, because this is Toledo’s guide to the local country music scene. The following musicians are just a glimpse of local talent, but their voices are fit for the genuine, countrylovin’ fan that enjoys anything from traditional to modern pop styles.

For fans of Rockabilly: “Old School Style”

by Sarah Moore

Kentucky Chrome, named after the term for duct tape occasionally placed on cars for a chrome look in the rockabilly scene, is a five-piece band that knows a thing or two about traditional, old-school rock.

country and rockabilly tend to not waiver from that,” he said. “They’re not fans of what’s currently on country radio. Once they hear the old style they tend to appreciate that as much if not more.”

The band has been on the country circuit for four years with members Dan Mulholland, Marc Gray, Lance Hulsey, Heath “Junior” Matzkows and Dave Roof. Instead of performing at primarily pop country locales, the band frequents places like The Village Idiot, The Blarney Irish Pub and Wesley’s Bar & Grill, while also performing at many venues’ Bike Nights.

Yet on the flip side, Kentucky Chrome is not always playing to a country audience. According to Hulsey, if the audience appreciates music on some level, they can enjoy rockabilly music as well.

Inspired by late musicians such as Elvis, Johnny Cash, Billy Lee Riley and more, Kentucky Chrome plays danceable, tap-your-feet music which, on occasion, draws swing dancers out of the crowd.

Band member Lance Hulsey finds that rockabilly has a loyal fan base.

“The people that are very hardcore about traditional old school

The band members have a laidback mentality, simply enjoying the locations where they perform, watching the crowds have fun and feeling thankful for being active at this point in their lives.

“You’re never going to become a rock star playing this kind of music – it’s just not going to happen,” Hulsey said. “It’s more of a labor of love.” The band plays at the Blarney Irish Pub (601 Monroe St.) on Saturday, April 3. Listen to Kentucky Chrome at www.myspace.com/kentuckychromeband.

For fans of Acoustic Country: “A Healing Thang”

Tina Mae is a woman with two contrary specialties: not only is she a singer/ songwriter by night, but she is also a licensed nurse by day.

As a northwest Ohio native, Mae began performing at age 12, and she continues performing at venues across the region such as The Bryan Moose in Bryan.

When performing, she showcases a mixture of original tunes and covers, and her talented, blues-oriented friend, Greg Hayes, accompanies with lead guitar to “keep things interesting.”

However, a life with dual careers is not always easy. Mae is torn between nursing and performing, wishing there was more time to write material and complete unfinished songs. But despite the struggle,

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“It’s kind of like nursing,” she said. “I see that I’m affecting people, and if you know you’re affecting someone in a good way, of course it’s going to make you feel good.”

Mae is the first to admit her music is not always cheerful, but she describes performing as “a healing thing” which helps fans overcome hard times by relating to songs about her life. Ultimately, she intends to pick out the black clouds and morph them into clouds with silver linings.

“Some women shop, some women work out, I play music,” she said. “That’s what I do to get me through.”

For fans of Modern Country: “Country-fried Edge”

In the future, instead of becoming a star, Mae hopes to become a dedicated songwriter, selling material to established artists. Her humble demeanor empowers her to help others survive, while the music keeps her going. Tina Mae plays at Amigo’s (5327 Dorr St.) on Saturday, April 17 and at the annual MS Jam at Tam-O-Shanter Center on Saturday, May 1. Listen to Mae at www. myspace.com/tinamaeandtheriverkings.

You don’t have to stretch the imagination to picture an ‘80s rock band performing modern country.

Rodney Parker & Liberty Beach fit the bill— focusing on the aggressive, rock ‘n’ roll edge of country.

The six members of the band: Rodney “Hot Rod” Parker, John McAfee, Randy Meeker, Wes Waters, Bruce Burkhart and Randy Monk, sound comparable to popular artists like Jason Aldean, Montgomery Gentry and Big & Rich.

The first year together they performed original material, but eventually, positive crowd responses to their covers lead them to devote time to producing many rock and country combinations.

Their most crowd-pleasing covers include “Save a Horse Ride a Cowboy” by Big & Rich, while fans frequently request their original song “Wow” while spelling out the letters to the chorus with hand motions.

Locations occasionally featuring country acts

Mae has found an underlying characteristic performing shares with taking care of others.

Toledo The Blarney Irish Pub 601 Monroe St. 419-418-2339 www.theblarneyirishpub.com Toledo’s Mainstreet Bar & Grill 141 Main St. 419-697-6297 Sylvania Main Street Bar & Grill 5758 Main St. 419-885-3351 Maumee The Village Idiot 309 Conant St. 419-893-7281 www.villageidiotmaumee.com The Break Room Lounge 720 Illinois Ave. 419-893-5155 Bowling Green The Attic 110 N. Main St. Country Night on Wednesdays Oregon Yeeha’s Buckin’ Bar & Grill 3150 Navarre Ave. 419-691-8880 www.yeehas.com

radio fans don’t seem to direct their attention toward the live scene.

“I know there’s a lot of people who like country music, but are they the ones who want to go out and spend their money in clubs?” he said. “It doesn’t add up.”

Yet, Rodney Parker & Liberty Beach stay successful by branching out into other markets, completing a follow-up CD and performing at benefits to give back to the northwest Ohio community.

They may not be a hair band from the ‘80s, but the country group sure knows how to bring a retro feel to the modern day stage. The band will be a supporting act for Charlie Daniels and Gretchen Wilson at the Norwalk Raceway Park’s “Summer Country Bash” June 7 as part of Ohio Bike Week. Listen to Rodney Parker & Liberty Beach at www.myspace.com/ rodneyparkerandlibertybeach.

Unfortunately, Hulsey with Kentucky Chrome said live music in Toledo needs the support of listeners, as the market deteriorates and country

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COVER SHOW

JT & THE CLOUDS

MICKEY FINN’S/FRIDAY, APRIL 9 It’s always a bittersweet moment when talented musicians decide to leave Toledo to find fame and fortune in a bigger city like New York or Chicago, and JT & The Clouds is no exception. The core-trio of Toledo natives has recently traveled all across North America and Europe, sharing the songs of front man Jeremy Lindsay. Drawing comparisons from the White Stripes to Elvis Presley, there’s no telling what these guys might do next with their ever-expanding sound.

While the soul-infused folk rockers now call Chicago their home, The Clouds return to Toledo on Friday, April 9 with a full six-man electrical band to celebrate the release of their fourth album, Caledonia. We couldn’t be more thrilled to have them back, even if it’s just for one night. Old State Line also play. 9:30 p.m. Mickey Finn’s, 602 Lagrange St. www.mickeyfinnspub.com.

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WED, MAR 31 ROCK, POP, & HIP-HOP

Avenue Bistro: Don and Rachel Coats Howard’s Club H: G.C.C. w/ Vocal Response Unit, Years of Resistance, Wretches, Catastrophic and Manifestation TCP The Black Cherry: Right Rongly w/ The Grubs, The Doctor & The Priest adn La Bete Du Gevaudan The Village Idiot: 5 Neat Guys

JAZZ, BLUES, AND R&B

Basin St. Grille: Mike Whitty Degage Jazz Cafe: Gene Parker Murphy’s Place: College Night TCP SouthBriar Restaurant: Ray Heitger’s N’Orleans Dixieland Jass Jam

ACOUSTIC, FOLK, AND ETHNIC

Manhattan’s Restaurant: John Connally The Distillery: Tony and Lyle Treo Restaurant: Acoustic Outcast featuring Kristie

DANCE AND TECHNO

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

OTHER

Bier Stube: Karaoke TCP Daddy Oh’s: Open Mic Night w/ Jason Quick and Ben Langlois Martini and Nuzzi’s: Karaoke w/ Hank Pizza Papalis: Beatles Acoustic Night w/ Elixer South End Bar and Grille: Karaoke The 1901: Karaoke

FRANKIE’S INNER CITY THURSDAY, APRIL 1 Frankie’s Inner City hosts the mother of all concerts, Thursday, April 1 featuring the likes of The White Stripes, Hall & Oates, Ween, The Misfits and Peter Criss. Sound too good to be true? So it might be impossible to book that kind of bill for one night in T-Town, but the annual April Fool’s Day Cover Show is the next best thing. Showcasing the musical abilities of local artists Kelly Johns and Dave Picciuto (a.k.a. The White Stripes), WEe (Hall & Oates), The Matt Truman Ego Trip (Ween), The Infernal Names (The Misfits) and Criss (performing only Peter Criss era KISS songs), the Cover Show provides antics for the beginning of April. You’d be a fool to miss it. 9 p.m. Free. Frankie’s Inner City, 308 Main St. www.frankiesinnercity.com.

—ER The Roadhouse: Karaoke TCP WoodChuck’s: Karaoke w/ DJ Georgia Peach

THU, APR 1 ROCK, POP AND HIP-HOP

TCP Frankie’s Inner City: April Fools Day Show w/ The White Stripes, Hall & Oates, Ween, The Misfits and Peter Criss Howard’s Club H: April Foods Show w/ Straight To The Withdrawl, Divine Lemons, Killbot Zero and Resonant Soul Mickey Finn’s Pub: John Salvage The Bronze Boar: Rivers Edge The Distillery: The Bridges TCP The Village Idiot: The Macpodz

JAZZ, BLUES, AND R&B

Degage Jazz Cafe: Tim Whalen Manhattan’s Restaurant: Tom and Kyle Turner

TCP Murphy’s Place: Open Mic Night SouthBriar Restaurant: Jeff McDonald’s Big Band Revival Party Tavern 531: Blues Open Night

Bier Stube: Karaoke JJ’s Pub: Karaoke Mutz: Karaoke

ACOUSTIC, FOLK, AND ETHNIC

ROCK, POP AND HIP-HOP

Attic on Adams: Acoustic Night Grumpy Dave’s Pub: Zach Wilson The Blarney Irish Pub: Rick Whited

COUNTRY AND BLUEGRASS Legends Again: Bourbon Cowboys

DANCE AND TECHNO

Clamdigger’s Big Digger: DJ Ghost Woodchuck’s: Retro DJ Night w/ Rage and Friends

OTHER

Basin St. Grille: Open Jam W/ Jeff Tucker

FRI, APR 2 AJ’s Doolittle: Basis Basin St. Grille: Dirt and Candie Club Soda: East River Drive Holiday Inn French Quarter: Jackpot TCP Howard’s Club H: Straight To The Withdrawl w/ Resonant Soul, Downtown Brown, Extra! Extra! and Crotchet Catpause Ladie’s Choice: Flyte ‘66 Michigan Tavern: MAS FiNA Mickey Finn’s Pub: Punk Rock Showcase w/ Tons Of Fun The Blarney Irish Pub: Jeff Stewart and the Twenty Five’s TCP The Bronze Boar: The Coosters

SPEED GOVERNOR

WOODCHUCK’S/THURSDAY, APRIL 8 The ‘90s inspired, Columbus-based trio known as Speed Governor—sometimes spelled without vowels, SPD GVNR—makes its way back back to NW Ohio on Thursday, April 8. Comprised of avid minor league baseball fans with strong Toledo ties (two thirds of the band went to Bowling Green State University and worked at WBGU 88.1 FM), the show couldn’t fall on a better date, Mudhens’ Opening Day. Formed a little over a year ago by guitarist Justin Hemminger (formerly of Treysuno), bassist Nick La Russo and drummer Chris McConnell, SPD GVNR bears resemblance to its mid-‘90s indie rock influences, including Archers of Loaf and Dinosaur Jr. Known for its short but sweet rock-infused tunes, the trio plans to release all its music on vinyl or digital download format because, according the the group’s Myspace, “aesthetics and convenience are the pillars of the band...well, at least convenience.” SPD GVNR released its first recording, Grant Park Compact, earlier this year on Chicago’s Electrical Audio label. This three song 7” record is no joke. Buy one after the game. Unsinkable Molly Brown also plays.

Woodchuck’s, 224 S. Erie St. 419-241-3045. www.myspace.com/speedgovernor.

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STACY MITCHHART

THE CLA-ZEL THEATER/FRIDAY, APRIL 9 As Ohio’s oldest single-screen theatre still in operation, The Cla-Zel continues to entice musicians and music lovers with its vintage vibe, laidback atmosphere and historical panache. Now the 84-year-old downtown Bowling Green landmark is drawing the eye and lens of the Documentary Channel, currently following blues guitarist Stacy Mitchhart on his cross-country tour of historic theatres. Mitchhart — a Grammy Award nominee and blues guitar legend — is known as “one of the most influential and diverse musicians you’ve never heard of.” His six-piece band combines the best of blues and jazz into a potent blend of energy-packed live music that crosses genres, appealing to a diverse range of music lovers. A native of Cincinnati, Mitchhart is a past recipient of several awards from The Music City Blues Society including; “Blues Entertainer of the Year,” “Blues Male Vocalist of the Year” and “Blues Guitarist of the Year.”

The Documentary Channel has previously released a film on Mitchhart’s career entitled “Nashvegas Blues,” which chronicled his career from his early days as a guitarist in Nashville’s Bourbon Street Blues and Boogie Bar house band, to his present-day tours of blues bars and venues across the country with his own band.

The Stacy Mitchhart band performs at the Cla-Zel on Friday, April 9. 8 p.m. $8 (advance) $10 (door). 127 N. Main St., Bowling Green. For more info, www.clazel.net.

—CC

The Distillery: The Bridges TCP The Ottawa Tavern: Hot ChaCha w/ Fangs Out Woodchuck’s: Chaos Theory w/ Exit Reality and In The Depths Yeeha’s Bar and Grill: 56 Daze

JAZZ, BLUES, AND R&B

Degage Jazz Cafe: Doug Horn Trio Fat Fish Blue: Kristine Jackson TCP Manhattan’s Restaurant: Vytas & His Electric Outfit Murphy’s Place: Vocalists Show

ACOUSTIC, FOLK, AND ETHNIC

Legends Again: Kyle White Ole: Bobby May and Jon Barile Swig: Shane Piasecki The Village Idiot: Mark Mikel

DANCE AND TECHNO

Avalon: Flashback Friday (80’s & 90’s Night) Bretz: Fierce Fridays Dexter’s Jamaican Club: Jump-Up Friday Parkway Bar and Lounge: DJ Sounds and Music Plush Ultra Lounge: Fashion Fridays TCP Wesley’s Bar: Old School Fridays w/ DJs Folk, Perrine and N. Mattimoe

OTHER

Bier Stube: Karaoke Happy Badger: Acoustic Open Mic Night w/ Sarah Cohen TCP Robinwood Concert House: Lukas Ligeti The Dog House Bar and Grill: Karaoke w/ Riz Pack

TOLEDO HAS TALENT W/ LEIGH ASHLEY COLLINGWOOD ARTS CENTER/ SATURDAY, APRIL 3

SAT, APR 3 ROCK, POP AND HIP-HOP

Clamdigger’s Big Digger: Captain Jack Club Soda: East River Drive Doc Watson’s: Bobby May and Jon Barile TCP Frankie’s Inner City: Killola w/ Sick Of Sarah Holiday Inn French Quarter: Jackpot Howard’s Club H: LimeLightz Michigan Tavern: MAS FiNA The Bronze Boar: Bush League The Distillery: The Bridges The Ottawa Tavern: Monolithic Cloud Parade The Village Idiot: One Under Wesley’s Bar: Russell Martin and the Relics Woodchuck’s: Pangea and Falling Spikes

JAZZ, BLUES, AND R&B

TCP Degage Jazz Cafe: Doug Horn Trio TCP Fat Fish Blue: Tom Turner & Slowburn

The secret’s out, Toledo Has Talent. And if you don’t believe us, just watch the next episode of American Idol or Parenthood to see two very talented Toledoans—Crystal Bowersox (amazing singer-songwriter) and Sam Jaeger (acting genius). For further proof, stop by the Collingwood Arts Center on Saturday, April 3 for the first ever Toledo Has Talent concert. Hosted by U.G.E. recording artist Leigh Ashley, the event aims to showcase the many rising stars of Toledo. Ashley is known for her catchy R&B/Neosoul tunes, as well as her remarkable acting abilities. Featuring two surprise performances and more than $3,000 in gifts, prizes and raffle giveaways, Toledo Has Talent is sponsored by The Juice 107.3, T-Mobile, Burger King and Meijer. $10. 2-5 p.m. Collingwood Arts Center, 2413 Collingwood Blvd. www.cactoledo.org.

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EDMUND SPENSER AND THE FAIRY QUEENS LUCAS COUNTY ARENA/WEDNESDAY, APRIL 7

Toledo’s biggest new act is one that you almost certainly have never heard of—but soon will. The remarkably (some might say insanely) ambitious Edmund Spenser and the Fairy Queens bring their magic to the Lucas County Arena on Wednesday, April 7, and they have assured everyone that this town will never be the same. Frontman Alistair LeFleur told TCP that “we will drill through the pop-culture unconscious that night, and create a singularity which will draw the entire universe to downtown Toledo.” Sounds promising. But what sort of sound do these Queens produce? Describing the genre of the trio, or twelve-piece, or fifty-piece (accounts differ) meets with a bewildering range of responses. LeFleur will only say that it incorporates “elements of Venezualan spazzcore mixed with mambo-glitch fusion, but with tunes that will break your heart. And fireworks.” LeFleur has made himself known as eccentric, claiming to be possessed by the spirits of both the Marquis de Sade and David Bowie. Bassist John Cheever can only smile and shake his head. “I keep telling him Bowie’s not dead.” And how did a virtually unknown group manage to land a gig headlining a major arena?

The answer—“with our own money.” Cheever only stares inscrutably when asked. Guitarist Doris Lessing explained, “We had a bakesale. And Alistair actually has a paper route.” When asked how they expect to fill so many seats, LeFleur (or is it Bowie?) winked, “I’ve got a lot of friends, man.”

—JK Manhattan’s Restaurant: Jeff Williams Group Murphy’s Place: Glenda McFarlin Rays Cafe: Curtis Jr. and the Midnightrockers w/ Bobby G.

South End Bar and Grille: DJ Jesse Dorr TCP Yeeha’s Bar and Grill: DJ Dance Party w/ Matt Lewis

OTHER

OTHER

ACOUSTIC, FOLK, AND ETHNIC

Bier Stube: Karaoke Burnsy’s Burgers: Karaoke TCP Collingwood Arts Center: Toledo Has Talent TCP Plate 21: Open Mic Night The Dog House Bar and Grill: Karaoke w/ Riz Pack

ROCK, POP AND HIP-HOP

Basin St. Grille: Kyle White TCP Swig: Chris Konop

COUNTRY AND BLUEGRASS The Blarney Irish Pub: Kentucky Chrome TCP

DANCE AND TECHNO

Parkway Bar and Lounge: DJ Sounds and Music Plush Ultra Lounge: Envy Saturdays

SUN, APR 4 ACOUSTIC, FOLK, AND ETHNIC

The Blue Devil: Scott Gressler

Yeeha’s Bar and Grill: Yeeha’s Idol

Manhattan’s Restaurant: Open Mic Night

TUE, APR 6

MON, APR 5 Frankie’s Inner City: Holiday Parade w/ Goot The Black Cherry: Motorcycle Maus w/ Gay Duo and Analog Revolution

COUNTRY AND BLUEGRASS TCP Easy Street Cafe: Minglewood Labor Camp

OTHER

Cafe Classics: Open Mic TCP Ground Level Coffee House: Open Mic Night Lucky Louie’s: Karaoke w/ Jam DJ

JAZZ, BLUES, AND R&B

Degage Jazz Cafe: Joe Sneider Trotter’s Tavern: Jeff McDonald’s Big Band All Stars

ACOUSTIC, FOLK, AND ETHNIC TCP

Daddy Oh’s: Jason Hudson

OTHER

Burnsy’s Burgers: Karaoke Claddagh Irish Pub: Karaoke Degage Jazz Cafe: College Open Mic Night Fat Fish Blue: Rockband Tournament Rhouse: Karaoke w/ DJ Georgia Peach The Blue Devil: Karaoke w/ Don Coats Yeeha’s Bar and Grill: Bike Night

WED, APR 7 ROCK, POP AND HIP-HOP

Avenue Bistro: Don and Rachel Coats TCP Howard’s Club H: Dog Lords w/ Black Mac and The Wobblies TCP Lucas County Arena: Edmund Spenser and the Fairy Queens The Distillery: Dave Carpenter

JAZZ, BLUES, AND R&B SouthBriar Restaurant: Ray Heitger’s N’Orleans Dixieland Jass Jam

ACOUSTIC, FOLK, AND ETHNIC Basin St. Grille: Jeff Stewart

DANCE AND TECHNO

Avalon: Wenz Daze Open House Night The Bronze Boar: DJ Brandon Duke The Distillery: Rock Star Wednesdays

OTHER

Bier Stube: Karaoke Daddy Oh’s: Open Mic Night w/ Jason Quick and Ben Langlois Martini and Nuzzi’s: Karaoke w/ Hank TCP Mickey Finn’s Pub: Open Mic w/ Mouths of Dogs Mulvaney’s Bunker: Karaoke South End Bar and Grille: Karaoke The 1901: Karaoke The Dog House Bar and Grill: Karaoke w/ Riz Pack WoodChuck’s: Karaoke w/ DJ Georgia Peach

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THU, APR 8 ROCK, POP AND HIP-HOP

Club Soda: The Bridges Grumpy Dave’s Pub: Alex Baird Howard’s Club H: Simple 7 Speed, The Moment, Every You, The Summer Highlight, and Kids In The Making Pizza Papalis: Gin Bunny TCP The Blarney Irish Pub: Opening Day w/ Jeff Stewart and MAS FiNA TCP The Bronze Boar: Polka Floyd The Distillery: Nathan Cogan The Village Idiot: Theo Katz Band

TCP WoodChuck’s: Speed Governor w/ Unsinkable Molly Brown

JAZZ, BLUES, AND R&B

Degage Jazz Cafe: Tim Whalen TCP Manhattan’s Restaurant: Quick Trio SouthBriar Restaurant: Jeff McDonald’s Big Band Revival Party

ACOUSTIC, FOLK, AND ETHNIC

Attic on Adams: Acoustic Night TCP Legends Again: Mark Harris

DANCE AND TECHNO

Avalon: Temptation Thursdays TCP Clamdigger’s Big Digger: DJ Ghost

RECENTLY RELEASED

RECORD REVIEWS AND NEW RELEASES

BY PAT O’CONNOR AND SHANE SHIREY OF CULTURE CLASH RECORDS

White Stripes Under Great White Northern Lights A live album that takes on a realistic concert feel. Hard, relentless and brash, White blazes down a song list without giving the audience a breath. The intensity is almost a brutal take no prisoners heavy punk set. It’s exactly what the live show experience should be.

Serena-Maneesh No. 2: Abyss in B Minor While certainly not for everyone, this album is absolutely essential if you enjoy My Bloody Valentine, and don’t want to wait around for that fabled new album to come out. With only eight tracks on this new release, it seems like there are a million ideas amongst them as the band sonically builds layers upon layers of sound.

The week of Tuesday, March 30 •Beirut – Lon Gisland LP (Pompeii) •Dum Dum Girls – I Will Be CD/LP (Sub Pop) •Jon Spencer Blues Explosion – Dirty Shirt Rock ‘n Roll: The First Ten Years CD (Shout Factory) •Sourpatch – Crushin CD and Superions CD (Happy Happy Birthday To Me) The week of Tuesday, April 6 •Black Moth Super Rainbow – Eating Us LP (Graveface) •Dr. Dog - Shame, Shame CD/LP (Anti-) •Robyn Hitchcock & the Venus 3 – Propellor Time CD/LP (Yep Roc) •Sharon Jones & the Dap-Kings – I Learned the Hard Way CD/LP (Daptone) •Serena Maneesh – S-M 2: Abyss in B Minor LP (4AD) For more reviews and full list of new releases, www.toledocitypaper.com and www.thecultureclash.com.

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BAABA MAAL

MORE MUSIC

FESTIVALS/SPIRITUAL/ORCHESTRAS/ OUTDOORS/ MUSIC YOUR PARENTS LIKE

Mozart and More: All Amadeus, 7:30pm. The Toledo Symphony presents its Mozart and More series

featuring Mozart Violin Concerto No. 3 and Mozart Symphony No. 39. Franciscan Thetre and Conference Center, 6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania. www.toledosymphony. com

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 14

Chic Gamine, 9pm. Chic Gamine, the stylish and endearingly playful Winnipeg/Montreal-based vocal quin-

tet, has been serenading its audiences since the Summer of 2007. The group is composed of the 5 “A’s”: singers Ariane Jean, Andrina Turenne, Alexa Dirks and Annick Bremault, and drummer and percussionist Alexandre Sacha Daoud. Over the years, its members have been integral parts of a multitude of projects. $10. The Clazel Theatre, 127 N. Main St., Bowling Green. www.clazel.net.

OTHER

Basin St. Grille: Open Jam w/ Jason Hudson TCP Bier Stube: Karaoke Burnsy’s Burgers: Karaoke Mutz: Karaoke

FRI, APR 9 ROCK, POP AND HIP-HOP

AJ Doolittles: 9 Lives Basin St. Grille: Distant Cousinz Clazel Theatre: Werkadosio: Papadosio and The Werks (11 p.m.)

Club Soda: The Bridges TCP Grumpy Dave’s Pub: Arobaphobics Holiday Inn French Quarter: Jackpot Howard’s Club H: Lightweight Slams w/ Drenalin and I Phonic

Avalon: Flashback Friday (80’s & 90’s Night) Bretz: Fierce Fridays Dexter’s Jamaican Club: Jump-Up Friday TCP Wesley’s Bar: Old School Fridays w/ DJs Folk, Perrine and N. Mattimoe

JAZZ, BLUES, AND R&B

OTHER

Clazel Theatre: Stacy Mitchhart (7:30 p.m.)

Degage Jazz Cafe: Skip Turner Band Manhattan’s Restaurant: Frostbite

ACOUSTIC, FOLK, AND ETHNIC

Headlites: Bobby May and Jon Barile (9 p.m.)

HENRY & JUNE REUNION FRANKIE’S INNER CITY/ SATURDAY, APRIL 10

Ben Swank, Johnny Walker, Dooley Wilson and Jimmy Danger—commit these names to memory, that is, if you haven’t already. Before Boogaloosa Prayer and Soledad Brothers (two extremely successful bands hailing from northwest Ohio) there was the parental unit, Henry & June, a group of friends fresh out of high school who were born to rock. As Danger recalls, “Everyone was kind of bad except for Dooley.” Henry & June is a band that didn’t get the recognition they deserved until after they disbanded; people didn’t even get the band’s name right half the time (often confusing it as Benny and Joon, one of those early Johnny Depp films). Still, Henry & June drew inspiration from rock and blues outfits, especially the Rolling Stones and Jefferson Airplane. After finishing their one and only release, the band decided to call it quits, but only after a reviewer made this comparison to Henry & June: “Foghat played by the Smiths.”

Back by popular demand and for one night only, Henry & June reunite after 13 years. 9 p.m. $10. Frankie’s Inner City, 308 Main St. www.myspace.com/hankandjune.

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DANCE AND TECHNO

The University Musical Society at the University of Michigan closes it’s 2009-2010 global series (spotlighting the many talented performers of Africa) with an explosive concert by Senegalese superstar Baaba Maal on Saturday, April 10 at the Michigan Theater.

Maal has been making music for the world to enjoy for almost two decades, with releases ranging from contemporary Afro-pop to expressions of traditional West African music. Renowned for his fiery performances in which he fuses funk, rock, and blues with beats and melodies of West Africa, Maal continually reinforces his role as seminal artist in the world music arena. Not only is Maal a phenomenal performer, but he is also a socially conscious citizen of the world—representing the United Nations Development Program as a spokesman on HIV/AIDS in Africa. NOMO, an Afro-pop, Fela Kuti-inspired nine-piece, originally formed by U of M School of Music graduates opens. 8 p.m. $18-$42. Michigan Theater, 603 E. Liberty St., Ann Arbor. 734-668-TIME/www. michtheater.org.

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Chuck’s: DJ Matt Lewis

OTHER

Howard’s Club H: She Dances Benefit TCP Yeeha’s Bar and Grill: Yeeha’s Idol: Semi Finals

MON, APR 12 COUNTRY AND BLUEGRASS

Easy Street Cafe: Minglewood Labor Camp

OTHER

Ladie’s Choice: Flyte ‘66 TCP Mickey Finn’s Pub: JT and the Clouds Record Release Party The Blarney Irish Pub: MAS FiNA The Bronze Boar: Chris Shutters The Distillery: Good Stuff Maynard TCP The Omni: Stranglehold TCP The Ottawa Tavern: Soldier Side The Village Idiot: Sound Hound Wild Hog Saloon: Bourbon Street Woodchuck’s: The Missing w/ The Tides and Secret Stones Yeeha’s Bar and Grill: Bush League

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MICHIGAN THEATER/ SATURDAY, APRIL 10

TCP

SATURDAY, APRIL 10

Club Eclipse: Eclipse Thursdays Parkway Bar and Lounge: Live Old School DJ

The Ottawa Tavern: Ornery Little Darlings w/ Fangs Out

Ole: Bobby May and Jon Barile (5 p.m.)

Swig: Jeff Stewart

DANCE AND TECHNO

Bier Stube: Karaoke Legends Again: Karaoke The Dog House Bar and Grill: Karaoke w/ Riz Pack

SAT, APR 10 ROCK, POP AND HIP-HOP

Clamdigger’s Big Digger: Webbs Lane TCP Clazel Theatre: Wale Club Soda: The Bridges TCP Frankie’s Inner City: Henry & June Reunion Mickey Finn’s Pub: 60 Second Crush and Mound Road Engine Pub 51: Time Peace The Blarney Irish Pub: Resonant Soul The Bronze Boar: Crucial 420 Wesley’s Bar: The Reese Dailey Band Wild Hog Saloon: Bourbon Street Woodchuck’s: Stately Mane w/ Glowing Brains and Vytas Yeeha’s Bar and Grill: Classified

Ground Level Coffee House: Open Mic Night TCP Manhattan’s Restaurant: Open Mic Night

TUE, APR 13 ROCK, POP AND HIP-HOP

TCP The Black Cherry: MC Homeless w/ My Family Needs Food

JAZZ, BLUES, AND R&B

TCP Trotter’s Tavern: Jeff McDonald’s Big Band All Stars

ACOUSTIC, FOLK, AND ETHNIC Daddy Oh’s: Jason Hudson

OTHER

Degage Jazz Cafe: College Open Mic Night TCP Rhouse: Karaoke w/ DJ Georgia Peach The Distillery: Karaoke

JAZZ, BLUES, AND R&B

Degage Jazz Cafe: Skip Turner Band Manhattan’s Restaurant: It’s Essential Papa’s Tavern: Bobby May and Dry Bones Revival TCP Ramalama Records: Mark “Porkchop” Holder In-Store TCP The Village Idiot: Hullabaloo

ACOUSTIC, FOLK, AND ETHNIC

Basin St. Grille: Scott Balliard TCP Shawn’s Irish Tavern: Dave Carpenter Swig: Gregg Aranda

DANCE AND TECHNO

TCP Mutz Pub (at the Oliver House): Basement Sessions w/ DJ N. Mattimoe and Friends Plush Ultra Lounge: Envy Saturdays

OTHER

Bier Stube: Karaoke Plate 21: Open Mic Night TCP Robinwood Concert House: Wizards and Bianca Marcia TCP Valt: Valt Opening Night

SUN, APR 11 ROCK, POP AND HIP-HOP The Omni: Johnny Winter w/ The Chris Shutters Band

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Toledo Natural Food Co-op (419) 476 - 3211 1447 West Sylvania Ave Toledo, OH ________________________ SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE!!!

Semi-Annual Rummage Sale. Jamie Farr Park Community Center 2140 North Summit St. On April 2 & 3 Friday 12-6, Saturday 10-4. Clothes, Bedding, Toys, Books, Household Items, Small Appliances, and lots of Miscellaneous.

For More Information Call 419-936-2707 or 419-346-5623 ________________________ TRINITY CHURCH THRIFT SHOP Adams & St. Clair. Women's, men's and children's clothing. All proceeds go to local charities. Monday & Thursday 9:30a-3p ________________________ NEW! The Parrot Society of NW Ohio.

Come join the latest in behavior, training, & enrichment. It’s free! Call 419-360-1234. ________________________ SCOTT HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 70 is Planning its 40 Year Class Reunion on August 20-22nd 2010. For more Info Call 419-530-3232 or email Paulette. carter@att.net ________________________

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TOTAL NUTRITION OFFERS EXERCISE BOOT CAMPS

Get in shape with a workout that’s as challenging as you want it to be. Total Nutrition at 5455 Airport Hwy is offering boot camps every Wednesday at 7 p.m. and Saturday at 9 a.m. and 10 a.m.. A great way to burn calories and to work your whole body in a short period of time, the camp strives to improve strength, conditioning, agility and balance. $10 per session (10 sessions for $80). Sign up or request more information by calling Barry, 419-380-9394. www.thetotalnutrition.com.

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THE ANDERSONS MARKET HOSTS Q&A WITH TRAINER

With summer just a few months away, it’s time to get fit for shorts, tanks tops, and — dare we say it?

— bathing suits. Get in shape the right way with expert advice from American Mobile Fitness certified personal trainers. Each Saturday, The Andersons Market offers a Q&A with a trainer from 11:30 a.m.

- 1 p.m. Come ready with questions and enjoy fresh fruit smoothies for sale! Sylvania Ave. at King Rd. 419-517-7707.

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CELEBRATE NATIONAL START! WALKING DAY ON APRIL 7

The American Heart Association is encouraging local residents and business community members to walk for 30 minutes on Wednesday, April 7, National Start! Walking Day. The Start! initiative champions walking because it has the lowest dropout rate of any physical activity, and physical activity has been defined by the AHA as one of the seven key factors to ideal cardiovascular health.

“Nearly 70 percent of adults in NW Ohio are overweight or obese and are at risk for heart complications from sedentary lives,” said Erin Fish, AHA Start! Heart Walk director. With only 15 percent of American adults achieving the association’s recommended levels of moderate aerobic exercise (150 or more minutes per week), the Start! initiative encourages all to start a regular walking program as a way to reduce their risk of cardiovascular disease by as much as 30 percent.

Get ready for National Start! Walking Day with walking programs, online tracking tools , walking guides and local Start!

Walking paths found at www.startwalkingnow.org.

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PROMEDICA OFFERS FREE HEALTH SCREENINGS

In recognition of National Minority Health Month in April, ProMedica Total Wellness, a member of ProMedica Health System, is offering free health screenings and educational information at three community events throughout the month.

The focus of each screening is on cancer, heart disease and diabetes. Participants will be screened for cholesterol, blood pressure, blood sugar and body mass index (BMI). Events include:

Saturday, April 10, 7:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Asian Senior Center 1865 Finch St., Toledo

Friday, April 16, 8:30 a.m. 4:30 p.m.

Westfield Franklin Park Mall 5001 Monroe St., Toledo

Saturday, April 17, 8:30 a.m. 11 a.m.

Korean Church 5260 Hill Ave., Toledo —GS

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POLE DANCE FITNESS, build strength, flexibility and confidence in a fun and relaxed environment. Ladies only.

Classes forming now. Pre-registration required. Classes held at 4853 Monroe St. Call Paulette’s Studio of Dance for more info. 419-654-3262 or www.dancetoledo.com. ________________________ BELLY DANCE – FOR THE FUN OF IT! Shake things up with Aegela, international artist and award-winning choreographer. Women of all ages and shapes welcome. No prior dance training needed. Daytime and evening classes. $55 for 6 week session.

Martin School, 10 S. Holland Sylvania at Hill, Toledo. www.aegela.com, aegela@mindspring.com, 517-918-9547 ________________________ HOT YOGA in Perrysburg uses heat to heal and strengthen. Warm muscles are suppler and result in deeper stretching with less soreness. First visit free. New student special 10 Days for $25! Ongoing AM & PM classes. Visit: www.hotyogawithjoe.com or call 419-874-2911 ________________________ MIND, BODY, SPIRIT CLASSES – register now for Reiki classes, Intro to the Chakras, Discovering Your Divine/Soul Purpose and Basic Divination – tools to expand your awareness. Call Marcia at 419-283-4344. ________________________ SMOOTHFLAVA LLC Ballroom classes. Every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday $8 per session (Monthly memberships available). 1411 Bernath Pkwy (Across form TGIF). For more info 567-277-1353 or 419-514-5784 ________________________ AUTHENTIC YOGA AND MEDITATION. Safe beginners CD/DVD set by Ann Arbor Yoga Master Ema Stefanova. $55.

Order at www.yogaandmeditation. com, 734-665-7801. ________________________

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WANTED TO BUY

________________________ I BUY DIABETES SUPPLIES. Call 419-740-7162. Please leave a message. ________________________

1970 BARON TRAILER

(14x60) Mobile Home.

Good Condition. Centennial Manor. $8,000 for more info, call Darlene at 419-841-1595 2009 JEEP WRANGLER UNLIMIED RUBICON 4X4,

yellow, soft top & freedom top, night cover, 31,000 miles. $26,000. Firm.

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419.244.9859 ADOPTION HEALING SUPPORT GROUP. 2nd Wednesday and 4th Monday of every month. 7pm. Park Church, 1456 Harvard, Toledo. 419-727-8302, adoptionhealing@bex.net ________________________ ALL CASH VENDING! Be Your Own Boss!

Includes 25 Local Machines and Candy for $9,995. 1-800-807-6486 ________________________ UNCHURCHED PASTOR Looking For opportunity to grow Christ’s kingdom.

Believers or churches call 419-279-7983 ________________________ ORDAINED GOSPEL MINISTER & CONCERT SINGER. Whole Bible & 300 Songs w/Accompaniment. Invited Back Repeatedly.

419-389-0863 ________________________

ABUSER IN TOLEDO PUBLIC SCHOOLS

STILL ON PAYROLL

NOTICE

________________________ MICHAEL RASEY MASSAGE THERAPIST is NOW Practicing at Keith Salon in Sylvania. Please Call 419-8820912 to Schedule Your Appointment. ________________________

SURROGACY ________________________ SURROGATE MOTHERS, NEEDED FROM OHIO: Carry couple’s biological babies, prior birth experience required.

Generous compensation.

1-888-363-9457, www.reproductivelawyer.com Melissa B. Brisman, Esq., LLC 77 Market Street / Park Ridge, NJ ________________________

LAWN CARE SERVICE Mowing, justingennari@sbcglobal.net Trimming and Edging Hedges and Light Landscaping. Insured. Free Estimates.

419-491-1356 Ask for Tim or Sally

EDUCATION ________________________

FREE KID’S CHESS LESSONS k-6 every Sat 9-11am at the children’s library 325 Michigan. For more info 419-259-5231 ________________________

SERVICES ________________________

MUSICIANS SEEKING THE TOLEDO’S CROSS OVER BAND is

currently booking for the spring and summer season. Call 419-344-9651 ask for Mr. Jimmy C. SINGER/SONGWRITER/GUITARIST

Seeking rock band. 80’s and up, Motley Crue, Kiss, Boston, Scorpion.

Call Joe 419-8671848 FIDDLE AND UPRIGHT BASS Player

need for all female Gospel/Bluegrass trio, All About Him. Call Alana at 419-833-8110 for info or audition.

GOLDEN WITH CLASSIC SOUL seeking background singers, male and female. www.goldenclassicsoul. com 419-508-0190.

ELECTRIC FOLK-ROCK AND REGGAE/JAM BAND THE PASSENGERS

seeks keyboardist. Vocals or no vocals, come join the band! Call 419-320-8951

VOCALIST/SONGWRITER/PIANIST

Available for pop and rock band and seeking other musicians.

517-486-3623

CHILDRENS’ ART CLASSES advanced drawing and mixed media Ages 5-17 The Toledo Artists Club at the Toledo Botanical Gardens Call 419-841-8153 ________________________ MUSIC FOR YOUNG CHILDREN integrates keyboard, creative movement, rhythm, ear training, sight reading, music theory and composition. Meg Keller 419.874.6762. kellermeg@yahoo.com ________________________ DRAWING & PAINTING INSTRUCTION from professional artist on Saturday morning at the Secor Building Studios. 419-345-8980. www.ivankende.com ________________________

JAM SECTION THUNDER STRAT. $199.

SINGER/SONGWRITER/GUITARIST. AC/DC to Foo Fighters.

419-392-5020

Call Joe 419-867-1848

Rentals

LEAD VOCALIST plays drums

and keyboards. Looking for band or musicians. Call 419-691-2820.

BANDS, ARTISTS, MUSICIANS: REHEARSAL, jam, recording

and now storage spaces available 24/7 access. No noise restrictions. Call the house of rock 419-346-5803.

WORKING COUNTRY GROUP

Seeking a Male Vocalist to Sing Modern Country Music.

419-460-7112

THE RAVE-ONS are now booking.

Vintage Rock and Roll. Call Jeff 419-269-0633.

DRUMMER AVAILABLE. Country-Punk Style. Call Rich at 419-509-7004

BANDS, ARTISTS, MUSICIANs;

LESSONS FREE GUITAR LESSONS Rock, Blues, Country, all styles; 30 yrs. experience. Give me a call, what do you have to lose? 419-514-6097.

LESSONS, EXPERIENCED INSTRUCTOR. Any instrument, any style.

Rehearsal Recording Jam Spaces Available. New Improved Upscale Spaces! 24/7 Access, NO Noise Restrictions. $175.00 and up/mo Call THE HOUSE OF ROCK 419-346-5803

ANNOUNCEMENTS TOLEDO’S CROSSOVER BAND will

be at Mainstreet Bar and Grill on March 19,2010.

Contact Mike 419-376-8111.

FOR SALE YORKVILLE AUDIO PRO AMP, 3400.

1200 watts per side at 4 ohms. $200. 419-917-3507.

ADS FOR LOCAL ARTIST ARE FREE! Ads run for 2 issues and must be renewed after the two issues. You must be: advertising for band members or selling instruments under $200 or just looking to jam. Business related ads run for $20. Limit 20 words per ad; $0.40 per additional word.

Log onto www.toledocitypaper.com or call 419-244-9859 to post your ad! _______________________

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ACUPUNCTURE CHIROPRACTIC. Dumaschiropractic.com Mark Dumas DC. ________________________ REVEREND LYNETTE GERGICH Licensed and ordained minister in the state of Ohio performing celebrations, weddings, baptisms, funerals and more Cell Phone 419-290-4664 Email: Lynvette@bex.net ________________________

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DOWNTOWN OFFICE SPACE FOR LEASE- Join 2 law firms, a title co and energy co. 241 Superior-Front entrance at the new walking plaza adjacent to Lucas County Arena. Third Floor, 1920 sq ft with Brand New common area amenities. Free Basement Storage. Contact Tom R Helberg 419-882-0096 thelberg@bex.net ________________________

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FAIR HOUSING POLICY All residential real estate advertising in this paper is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act, which makes it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, sex, religion, handicap, national origin or familial status. This paper will not knowingly accept any advertising for residential real estate which is in violation of the law. All readers are hereby informed that all residential properties advertised in this publication are available on an equal opportunity basis.

DRIVERS OWNERS/OPS Dedicated Loads From MI to KS 100% No Touch Automotive Fright. Average 2500-3000 Miles/Weed. Requirements 1999 or Newer Tractor. CDL-A; 18 Months exp, 800-325-7884 ex 4 _______________________

PETS ________________________ ADORABLE KITTENS Two 4 month-old kittens need a loving home. Very affectionate. One peach male/one calico female. They would love to be adopted together. Worm and flea free. $25 for one, $40 for both. 419-283-6101 ________________________

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TAURUS (April 20-May 20) Fasten your seat

belt on the 3rd and 4th when you feel as if you are being torn in too many directions. You are in demand for the holiday. On the 7th you realize how much work needs to be done. Do it so you can entertain on the 10th and 11th. The party is a success.

GEMINI

(May 21-June 20) On the 2nd

Mercury moves into your twelfth house so you try to plan a quiet Easter. You may not succeed.

The week of the 5th is rather hectic and you accomplish more than your fair share. Take a chance and win on the 7th. The 10th and 11th are totally social.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) Have some fun

on the 1st and some luck if you take a chance. Do some work on Easter Sunday but it may be a labor of love. Look for some changes in your routine on the 7th and 8th. This is because communications with a partner or associate need clarification.

LEO (July 23-August 22) If all goes according

to your desires, you leave on the 2nd for a three or four day weekend. You could march in the Easter Parade in New York City. A few things on the 6th and 7th force you to make last minute revisions of your tax forms. Get it done to avoid further problems.

VIRGO

(August 23-September 22) April is a month of many contradictions for you. On the 2nd you begin to think of travel. The Easter weekend is perfect. On the 7th Saturn begins a four month stay in your sign. The good news is that it brings more work and the bad news is that it takes more energy.

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ARIES (March 21-April 19) On the 2nd you are less worried about money. Enjoy a three day excursion over Easter weekend. On the 7th when you wake up you find there are changes in your “public” life. More responsibilities make you feel as if someone is taking advantage of you. They are!

LIBRA (September 23-October 22) From the 2nd through the 7th Venus, your ruling planet, aligns favorably with Mercury, Mars, and Pluto.

This makes you the “leader of the pack” so make your hay while you have the advantage. The week of the 12th you begin a new project.

SCORPIO (October 23-November 21) You are the master of tricks on April Fool’s Day. On Easter weekend you follow the leader. When you wake up on the 7th you lack some energy because Pluto, your ruling planet, goes retrograde.

Luck prevails on the 10th and 11th. Use your psychic power to pick a winner.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22-December 20) About noon on the 2nd the moon in your sign

urges you to take off for the Easter weekend. You show your cooking, baking, and candy-making skills. On the 7th you realize that you need to face financial problems. Get someone to help.

CAPRICORN (December 21-January 19)

This is a month of many changes for you....and you are only content when you are in charge of the changes. So, get ready! Easter weekend is perfect and traditional. Beginning on the 6th (thanks to Pluto and Saturn) your authority may be questioned.

AQUARIUS

Sign of Distinction

(January 20-February 18)

Jupiter, planet of plenty, remains in your second house of MONEY so you are in good shape financially. Your Easter weekend is pleasant and you try to extend it to the 12th. Then you need to put your shoulder to the wheel and get back to work.

PISCES (February 19-March 20th) You may be on the road as April begins. Start your Easter vacation early and return to your routine on the 6th. Saturn moves into your seventh house on the 7th bringing concern about special projects and relationships. Deal with the after the 11th.

Sue Lovett is available for personal astrology readings and private parties.

Visit her on the Web at www.suelovett. com or call her at 419-474-6399.

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March 31 • April 13 Hop like a bunny for these two weeks. Have fun on April Fool’s Day, celebrate Easter, watch Mercury and Saturn change signs, and Pluto retrograde. Check your sign below.

— BY SUE LOVETT

Across 1. Animated Hill in Arlen, Texas 5. Places to pick up kittens 10. Trap, as a raccoon 14. Mayberry boy 15. Hertz alternative 16. Like taking candy from a baby 17. Chicago strip (*Greater North Michigan Avenue Association) 20. Palindromic preposition 21. Leave in, in editing 22. “Sure do!”

23. Groening character whose theme song was co-written by Michael Jackson (*Matt Groening) 25. Saturday morning fare 29. Jon’s dog 30. Mexican sun 32. Group with which Justin gained fame 33. Frothy, as dough 36. People with a widely-misinterpreted calendar 38. August baby, perhaps 39. Brand protection whose symbol appears within the answers to 17-, 23-, 57-, and 63-Across, each of which also carries such protection 42. ___ Khan 45. “Smack That” rapper 46. “Kumbaya” addressee 50. Perform at a club, in a way 52. Ten Mile Creek Farm offering: Abbr.

54. Peter Fonda beekeeping role 55. Self-destructive-but-weirdly-more-appealing-for-it type 57. Oft-riffed-on ad slogan since 1993 (*California [dairy product] Processor Board) 60. Hip-hop producer who records under the name Bobby Digital 61. Peace Nobelist Wiesel 62. Cruella De ___ 63. People award (*People Magazine) 68. University of Toledo marchers 69. Avoid, as duties 70. Quaff for Homer 71. What a big tick on a ruler indicates 72. Historically pagan solstice festivals 73. Ural River city

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Down 1. Dawg 2. “Everybody loves ___” 3. Lagos’s land 4. “Street Fighter” character 5. 1992 campaign issue 6. James Cameron classic 7. Deal 8. Suffix with morph 9. “Mortal Kombat” character 10. Dangles a carrot in front of 11. Subcontinental megastar Aishwarya 12. Immigrant’s subj.

13. Keep track of 18. School of thought 19. Three-part 24. It’s often taken in silence 25. Hard-shelled thing from the Maumee River 26. Olive in the comics 27. Single from “...And Justice for All” 28. Sgt., e.g.

31. Black cats, say 34. Death-defying apparatus 35. Tibetan beast of burden 37. Orange tuber 40. MS Word files 41. “Project Runway” hostess Heidi 42. “The Evil Dead” protagonist 43. Classic Pontiac muscle car 44. “But is it ___?”

47. Noted Othello portrayer 48. Returns to, in one’s mind 49. Mandela succeeded him 51. Sarcastic remark when your friend pays you back that quarter he borrowed 53. Shining brightly 56. Insolent 58. Acts like a pig?

59. It may be iced in warm weather 61. Children’s book “___ and the Detectives” 63. Sanskrit honorific that is an anagram of a similar English honorific 64. Inordinately long time 65. English New Wave band led by Andy Partridge 66. Thanksgiving day: Abbr.

67. Wall St. takeover

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Happy St. Paddy’s Toledoans were seeing green this St. Patrick’s Day as local establishments

Har Simrit Singh Show

opened their doors for a night of Irish fun. The TCP staff made the rounds

Kate Rajski and Scott Dow from Toledo at the gallery opening at Bozarts.

throughout the area, spreading Irish cheer!

Cassandra Sieminski, Ashley Winters, and Ashley Williamson pose with a dancer at Chuck’s.

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Whitney Brownfield (center) is all smiles with friends on St. Pat’s Day.

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The TCP gang soaks up the festivities at Bigz, one of their stops in their holiday pub crawl.

We love it when our readers send us pics of themselves out having a good time. Really! We do!

Please be sure to identify everyone in the pictures.

TCP staffers Jocelyn Hasenbalg, Andrew Spahr, and Danielle Suffron pose with Chris Knopp at The Blarney.

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Plush’s bartending staff takes a moment to pose during a night of devilish fun.

Triple Treat Birthday Bash DJ One TyMe and DJ Lyte-N-Rod enjoy the bash in their honor as two of Toledo’s nationally recognized DJs.

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