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Casino plans dicey Let’s see if I have this straight. If the vote passes and Ohio is approved for casinos, one of the 4 sites already chosen will be the Maumee River site that feeds directly into Rossford. And just who decided that this is the way it is going to happen? When Edward Ford founded the Community of Rossford, he did so with great thought as to just what kind of community he would want for the many workers coming here to man his Ford Plate Glass Co. He built many of the homes that are still standing and he made it possible for the workers to purchase these homes with little or no profit to himself. I own one of these home built in 1898 and in my deed to my home signed by Edward Ford himself is a restriction stipulating that no alcohol may be sold or bartered for on this land once owned by him. Is there such a thing as a casino with no bar in it?? I don’t think so. At one time, Edward Ford owned the land on which Toledo wishes to put a casino. I personally feel that this is a direct insult to the memory of Edward Ford who along with Edward Drummond Libbey and Mike Owens made Rossford and Toledo the glass capitals of the world. The powers that be need to rethink what they are doing here.

Judy Sikorski Rossford

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I was highly amused by the comments by local attorney, Fan Zhang, at a panel discussion at UT recently [The Blade, Sunday, April 12, “Asians endure bias, audience at UT told”] How does one get invited to be on these panels? Mr. Zhang tells the panel at UT, apparently with a straight face, that he sees injustice in every sector of American society. Then he contradicts himself with an anecdote of an illegal Chinese immigrant whose deportation order was dismissed on a technicality, says he has never appeared before an unjust judge, says he was hired right out of law school by a county that was 98% white, and, finally, that the enrollment of AsianAmericans in higher education exceeds

I am whistling you for a foul in your “Jimmy Jackson Fouls Out” story (April 15-28, 2009). Jimmy Jackson has not only garnered positive attention for Toledo through his successful college and pro basketball careers, but he chose to return home and become active in the community after making millions in the NBA. Let’s not lose sight of that fact. With numerous opportunities in front of him, Jimmy came back to the area and has tried to impact Toledo for the better as a businessman. Like so many in northwest Ohio, the economy has made some of Jackson’s business endeavors more difficult. However, we shouldn’t forget that he’s devoted his life after basketball to forging a stronger Toledo. Let’s try to encourage his efforts and give him an assist rather than put him on the bench.

Ben Konop

Lucas County Commissioner

Note from the editor: Thanks for the letter, but we have uncovered a few additional blemishes including a lien filed in January 2009 against any real estate Jackson owns in Lucas County to secure payment of $299,000 owed in child support and another suit for monetary damages filed by one of Jackson’s ownership companies against the former operators of The Speak Easy Lounge and Grill at 233 N. Huron. Call us whistle-happy but it seems Jackson has shifted his focus from being ON the court to being IN the court.

their proportion of the general population. As a melanin-infused immigrant who has lived in this country for 38 years I can testify from my own experience and that of others I know that this is the least biased country in the world. Most of the time Americans judge people by the content of their character and their education, achievements, attitude and skill sets rather than their ethnicity. How else would non-white Americans from more recent immigrant communities like Japan, India, China and the Philippines top the lists of ethnic Americans when ranked by family income? In fact, in America today I get free brownie points simply because of my Indian ethnicity. Anyone with a jaundiced attitude can take an incident out of context and perspective and spin it as bias. For example, I have heard people who did not get a particular job do this, until I asked them how many white candidates were also rejected for that same job. Besides, this supposedly biased country just elected an inexperienced African-American as president and the

Governor of Louisiana is a full-blooded ethnic Indian. Like Mr. Zhang, Prof. Jenkins was just being silly when he called the US an illegal country. I guess some people get that way when asked their opinion with a microphone before them. Is this nonsense what passes for serious discussion in our universities these days?

Mario Goveia via email

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A souper fundraiser

On Sunday, April 19 from noon to 3 p.m., the conference center at the Toledo Botanical Garden hosts a food and art fundraiser for a worthy cause. The third annual Empty Bowls event, “The Art of Soup,” will feature a lunch of soup, bread and beverages, alongside an art exhibit of ceramic and glass bowls, symbolizing the empty bowls in the world and the importance of continuing efforts to alleviate hunger. Local restaurants, artists, and businesses supply the food and art. Funds raised benefit the Toledo Northwestern Ohio Food Bank, which supplies food and groceries to more than 330 member agencies in area counties.

Thanks to you

Over 70 businesses and organizations operate on Lagrange Street within the trade boundaries of the Polish International Village. On Friday, April 17, they are thanking their faithful customers with a Customer Appreciation Day from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Enjoy sidewalk sales, raffles, give-aways and plenty of discounted items, as well as a live remote radio broadcast and an outdoor barbecue at Tom’s Carry Out. Stop by to celebrate and support a long lineage of local businesses! Lagrange Development Corporation, 3106 Lagrange Street. 419-255-8406/ www.lagrangedevelopment.org.

Play (vintage) ball!

For five years, the Wood County Infirmary Inmates vintage team has been playing 1860s baseball. No gloves or mitts, underhanded pitches, and batters

called “strikers” are just a few of the changes in the game. Anyone 16-years and older is invited to participate in the team’s six home games and season finale at Ned Skeldon Stadium. Contact Education Programs Coordinator, Michael McMaster at the Wood County Museum, 419-352-0967/ education@woodcountyhistory.org.

Trade Show time

Want to help the local economy? Stop by the annual WEN Trade Show, hosted by the Women’s Entrepreneurial Network on Monday, April 27 at the Clarion Westgate (3536 Secor Rd.). The event features products and services of various community businesses and organizations, with exciting raffles, prizes and free gifts. WEN’s mission is to encourage and support businesswomen and women-friendly businesses with successful entrepreneurial development. 1 p.m. – 6 p.m. Booths for vendors are $125 for WEN members, $199 for nonmembers. Attendance free. 419-536-6732/www.wen-usa.com.

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Black Diamond Garden Center Best Gardening Store/Nursery 2008 “They’ve Got You Covered” S e e i n g green? Green landscape, that is. The staff at Black Diamond Garden Center has the know-how you need to see green, yellow, red, and even purple. When it comes to your landscape, they’ve got you covered. Quality products, expert knowledge, Black Diamond has what it takes to motivate Toledo area green thumbs.

and excellent customer service are just some of the reasons Black Diamond Garden Center was voted Best Gardening Store/Nursery 2008. What began as a coal company before WWII, has been an exceptional family owned garden center since 1952. Offering customized lawn service, landscape design, installation, and maintenance, and of course an extensive nursery, they grow 100 percent of their annuals and 90 percent of their perennials, according to communications director Michael O’Rourke. “There’s a lot of things people don’t take into consideration,” said O’Rourke, referring to things as basic as what type of soil you have around your house. The sandy soil of Holland is different from the soil in West Toledo. So, to all you greenthumb-wannabees, just because you love a

particular type of greenery doesn’t mean it can sustain itself in your yard, no matter how much TLC you provide. The state of the art greenhouse under construction at their Perrysburg location will be solar and hydro-thermo, making it ecologically sound. It’s this up-to-date knowledge and know-how that sets Black Diamond apart from other nurseries. “We are continuously educated,” O’Rourke said, explaining how employees are trained. So before you part with your green in hopes of seeing green, Toledo, check in with the experts. Black Diamond Garden Center, 1964 Tremainsville Rd. 419-473-1409. 12320 Eckel Junction Rd., Perrysburg. 419-874-3060. www.blackdiamondtoledo.com —KZ

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Jimmy Jackson fouls out

Local legend loses Midas touch in T-town by Jessica Luther “We were going to add 32 townhouses, creating about 103 residential units,” he described. “Then we had a back wall problem that would cost another $1 million, so we applied for state tax credits and were approved for $4.5 million. By the time that was done, the economy had changed.”

James “Jimmy” Jackson became a local hero with his illustrious career as a basketball star at Macomber High School here in Toledo and his local image continued when he was a standout at The Ohio State University. He went on to play for twelve different NBA teams all over the country, and now is a commentator on the successful Big Ten Network cable channel. Throughout his career, however, Jackson never forgot about Toledo, wearing “419” on his arm as a reference to his hometown’s area code. With fellow local basketball great Todd Mitchell, he ran a basketball camp for young players through Owens Community College. He has also been involved in plenty of charity work in Ohio and Texas, including his James Arthur Jackson Foundation, which benefits the Boys and Girls Club of Greater Dallas.

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“I have done business from Michigan to Georgia,” said Ball, who owns and developed a significant amount of property in Downtown Toledo, including the Ohio Building and the Hylant Building. “I’ve never seen anybody treated this way. Why should we spend $15-20 million if we get no support from the city?” The City of Toledo declined to comment while litigation was still pending. A date for a pretrial conference in the court case is set for May. For Jackson, there may not be much success to report from his hometown, despite his efforts to stoke the entrepreneurial fire here in Toledo. Bad investments, bad government, bad economy — are these the real reasons behind Jackson’s setbacks? This would imply that Toledo is an inhospitable market, even for a local legend. It may be true, but though more seasoned developers, like Ball, hit their share of roadblocks, they also have a plan for success. With all he did throughout his long-lived NBA career to bring recognition and revitalization to his hometown, we can only hope this isn’t the final chapter for Jackson and Toledo.

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Ball said the housing market isn’t right for new buildings, so he is focusing on restoring the historic units. He said support from the city is crucial to doing real estate work in this area, and that he and Jackson are equally responsible for the project and have tried to work with the city.

His business ventures include investment in several restaurants in Dallas and Local hero Jimmy Jackson tried reviving his Denver, with headquarters of hometown with business ventures like the The JAJ Company right here Dorr Upton Center and The Car Spa. in downtown Toledo at the Ohio Building. However, it Third Bank is suing Jackson and his is endeavors in his hometown that seems to be causing grief for the enterprises for defaulting on loans. One basketball legend. In 2001, he began case has already been closed, but two The JAJ Company, and sprouted JJ others are as yet unresolved in amounts To make Holdings, J. Property Management and of $300,000 and $278,000. JAJ Development Company. These matters worse, Jackson’s other business businesses centered on real estate in venture, plan to develop the old Toledo the Toledo area, but Jackson’s Midas Edison steam plant into residential living touch may have worn off when it came space with partner David Ball a fellow member of Water Street Development to T-town. Co., LLC, is tied up in litigation with the The Adaris Group, an environmental City of Toledo. testing firm; the Dorr Upton Center: The City of Toledo sued the an automotive one-stop shop, The Car developers in the summer of 2007 after Spa; Jackson’s Lounge and Grille, with giving them a one-year extension until live jazz located in Downtown Toledo, all of these businesses are nowhere to March 2007 to begin the project. Work be found. At one point, all of them were was supposed to have begun in April listed at either of two addresses on West 2006. After that, the mayor released a Bancroft or Airport Highway; none of statement saying that Ball and Jackson them exist at these locations any longer, should either begin work immediately, and the phone numbers and websites or return the project to the city’s hands. Ball, however, believes the lack of associated with them are disconnected. support from the city, and the market JAJ Development Company is in downturn, affected their ability to move legal trouble, as well as fiscal. Fifth forward.

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A modest proposal to take back T-Town by Johnny Hildo from Fink to SOB and back again? When we get the press release we’ll remind you that we tole ya so.

Airwave airheads In the meantime, the Take Back Toledo recall initiative reminds us of a few other things we need to take back. First is the public airwaves. We own ‘em. They should be for our use, for our betterment. Instead they’ve become a platform for a bunch of out of town wingnuts to hammer their personal political agendas daily, culminating in the push to oust the democratically elected Mayor of Toledo. We’d find these screaming meenies pathetically amusing if the issue weren’t so darned serious. None of the major electronic media outlets are owned locally, and most of the opinion-makers don’t even live in Toledo. Yet there they are, fulminating on issues they barely comprehend, taking personal potshots at folks trying to fulfill the difficult task of decision making in an economic depression. There is no accountability to anyone but the ratings services. What do they care if they destroy the city as long as they hit the key demographics? What happened to true public affairs broadcasting, taking principled and balanced looks at the issues that affect us?

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leadership. We can’t bounce from the Fink to the SOB to some other yahoo midstream. We must have a smooth leadership transition for any hope of recovery. If you want to remove Carty (and who doesn’t?) then it only makes sense to stick with the SOB whut brung ya. Brilliant. Except we spotted the SOB lurking in the background of the Bell for Mayor kickoff. And there he was commiserating with Hizzoner at recent Council hearings. Curiouser and curiouser. Consider this. If Markie S. does get into the race it will make the fourth prominent D or Dleaning “independent” before voters. Add Carty running for re-election and there are ﬁve: the Fink, SOB, Bell, Keith Wilkowski, and Ben Konop. Five candidates with strong bases of supporters splitting the remainder of the D vote. And if the only R remains the untested Jim Moody, who barely meets residency requirements anyway, many R-leaning voters will cast their eyes onto the D pool of candidates. Hard as it is to believe, one of the above candidates has the largest group of strongly committed supporters, many of whom should probably be committed. He’s the guy many Rs will swing to, the comeback kid of T-Town politics, who has a good number of complete diehards in his corner. In a primary with a large number of candidates, 20 percent of the vote or less might win, which could be as few as 8,000 or so votes. Who can get 8K followers to the polls on his behalf? Helpful hint. His name rhymes with Stink Whiner. Will Markie SOB get into the race to bloat the ﬁeld, paving the way for a Finkly upset, thereby allowing a quick transition

WELCOME BACK MUD HENS!

The Mark Sobczak for Mayor Campaign had its unofficial kickoff recently. You probably didn’t recognize it as such. But a rose by any other name would still smell as sweet, and the same goes for a steaming dung hill. Take Back Toledo filed some 45,000 signatures to put a mayoral recall initiative on the September 15th ballot, most likely putting the future leadership of Frogtown in the quavering hands of the small number of registered voters who bother to go to the polls for a primary election. Leading the phalanx of smirking Take Backers toting boxes of petitions was a developer from the ‘burbs and general manager of the local Clear Channel affiliates. The likelihood of putting the recall question before the voters raises the equally realistic possibility of Carty being removed from office, and thereafter by function of the city charter, elevating Markie S. to the 22nd Floor from his post as sitting President of City Council. The only way he could keep the gig after the New Year is to run for the seat, clear the primary by finishing in the top two, and win in November. The SOB’s campaign message is obvious. Difficult times call for stability in

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Toledo Pride

While we’re at it, maybe we need to take back some pride in our beloved Swampopolis. Just who do these out of towners think they are? We’re Toledo, dammit! The stopover on the way to someplace else no more! We’re the third most liveable city on the planet, peoples! Let’s come together as a T-Town family. Forget the windbags and the naysayers. Keep your focus steady, think about who can best lead us through the briar patch, and vote like Toledo depends on it come November. And be proud to be from Toledo!

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Be empowered by the 577 Foundation’s No More Stress workshop, championing stress-free living, reducing negative energy, resolving conflicts and repairing relationships. This workshop also helps to improve communication, strengthen the immune system, balance emotions, prevent sickness and create an understanding of unconditional love and forgiveness. Saturday, April 25, 9 a.m. – noon. $20. 419-874-4174/www.577foundation.org. —DV

Going the distance

MAUMEE CELEBRATES HEALTHY LIVING

Healthy Maumee debuts its inaugural health festival, Yard Lines of Health on Saturday, April 18 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m at Maumee High School. The event includes a free health screening, cooking and exercise demonstrations, and a speech by new University of Toledo football coach Tim Beckman. Informational sessions on stretching

Reiki classes. Give yourself the gift of: release some pain, release of stress, reconnecting to your true self. Reiki I and Reiki II. ART and master class. Usui linage. 419-283-4344. __________________________________ Reiki master class. Sign up now! Class sizes limited. April 20th, 21st and 22nd. Call to register and for more information. 419-283-4344. _________________________________ BELLY DANCE TOLEDO- “Everybelly’s Welcome” All Shapes-All Sizes-All Ages!!! Supportive enviornment for WOMEN! Sylvania-Owens-Monroe-Ann Arbor-Temperance-www.myspace.com/bellydancetoledo or call Kay Louise & MESMERIC Belly Dance. 419-280-3674 __________________________________ Yoga Teacher Training. Comprehensive 200-hour yoga alliance registered yoga teacher training program. 10month program. One weekend a month. For information visit www.stillwatersyoga.com or call Kathie. 419-877-9038. __________________________________ Pole Dance Fitness, build strength, flexibility and confidence in a fun and relaxed environment. Ladies only. Classes forming now. Pre-registration required. Classes held at 10 S. Holland Sylvania Rd. Suite 302. Call

food dollars and quick workouts also available. Maumee High School, 1147 Saco St., Maumee. 800-318-3145/www.healthymaumee.org.

Lifestoryz

CELEBRATE MINORITY HEALTH MONTH

April is Minority Health Month, and Dr. Anthony D. Atkins is ready to present “Lifestoryz” at two “Check Me Out” health events, which combine rap, hip hop and R&B to delivers positive and informational messages to innercity youth. Join Dr. Atkins on Saturday, April 18 at the Friendly Center (1324 N. Superior St.) from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. for a presentation on cardiovascular diseases, primary hypertension and diabetes, and on April 25 at Mott Branch Library (1085 Dorr St.) from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. for a discussion on monitoring intimate sexual health with free and confidential HIV testing available. Both free. For more info, contact Jared S. Rose of the AIDS Resource Center Ohio, 419-241-9444 —GS ext. 409.

Paulette’s Studio of Dance for more info. 419-654-3262 or www.Paulettesdancestudio.com. __________________________________ Be a part of the Curves/Avon Fitness Study to research the benefits of regular exercise. 30 Days $30. 1734 Laskey Rd. 419-478-8112. _________________________________ LEARN HOW TO TEACH YOGA TO KIDS: Yoga Playgrounds Training with Leah Kalish, M.A.. July 31-August 2. Register by May 1st for discount. For yoga teachers and parents, teachers, counselors, care-givers, health and para-professionals with some yoga experience who desire to share yoga with kids. Learn fun and effective ways to design and present yoga to children at home, school, yoga studio and beyond. www.yogaplaygrounds.com. www.integrationyogastudio.com. (419) A-OM-YOGA. yoga.jenn@sbcglobal.net _________________________________ INTEGRATION YOGA STUDIO, the Place to Be: Yoga, Pilates, Nia, African Dance with ALMA Dance & Drum. 4633 West Bancroft (just west of Talmadge). Nia Party 4/17. Kirtan Chanting Concert 4/18. Restorative Yoga & Yoga Nidra 4/19. American Indian Drumming for Healing 4/24. Crystalline Consciousness Technique Training 5/5. www.integrationyogastudio.com. (419) A-OM-YOGA. yoga.jenn@sbcglobal.net

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Eco-friendly ﬁbers

Dalton Floorz Decorate your house and help save the environment. New to the Toledo area, Dalton Floorz specializes in carpet, wood and laminate flooring and ceramic tiling. All of the carpet pads are made from corn and recycled plastic bottles and much of the company’s carpet is made from recycled materials. Dalton Floorz 5656 Monroe St., Sylvania. 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday-Saturday. 419-885-5776 Carpets by Otto With three locations in the Toledo area, Carpets by Otto offers many stylish, affordable eco-friendly options, specializing in hardwood and laminate flooring, tile and stone and stain-resistant carpet. The Kraus line includes the GREENChoice Collection, which offers recyclable carpets that contain 10 percent recycled nylon fiber and are made with 10 percent post-consumer recycled content. Carpets by Otto’s cleaners and fresheners have received the Carpet and Rug Institute’s Indoor Air Quality Rating and contain bio-fresh, anti-microbial protection which prevent mold and mildew. Carpets by Otto. 5151 Angola Rd. 419-381-7206/www.carpetsbyotto.com. —CH

Eco-friendly expo

Owens Community College brings environmental awareness to the forefront with its third annual Environmental Fair on Thursday, April 16. Stop in the Stu-

dent Health and Activities Center from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. and see particip a n t s like Duck and Otter Creeks Partnership, Keep America Beautiful, and Phoenix Food Co-op. Alternative energy vehicles will be on display and at 5 p.m., BGSU Director of Electric Vehicle Institute Barry Piersol will present a free presentation on alternative energy. For more info, call 567-661-7583.

Going green, at home

Want to see eco-friendly living up close? A Wauseon home featuring sustainable, energy-efﬁcient building materials opens its doors to the public on Saturday, April 18 from 1p.m. - 4 p.m. See how Structural Insulated Panels were used to insulate the timber frame house, and how Insulated Concrete Forms built the sturdy, “green” foundation. Free. Reservations required. Call homeowner Paul Zumfeld at 419-335-9162. —GS

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Oliver through the ages

Oliver House celebrates 150 years of history, brews, and food by Kelly McGilvery This year, the Oliver House celebrates its 150th birthday. With this milestone, The Downtown Toledo landmark, bounded by Broadway and Ottawa Streets, is taking the opportunity to cast a new light on the operations in the historical property. Built in 1859, the pre-Civil War building initially served as a hotel for the young city of Toledo. Now, it is home to several restaurants and event spaces, a theater company and art gallery, and a handful of residential units. Karen Lucas has been working as the manager of the Oliver House Complex for about six months. She was brought on to manage the facility and oversee the relocation of Petit Fours Patisserie and Café after the business, formerly located in Perrysburg, was bought by Oliver House owners Pat and Jim Appold. She shares the renewed vision of the Oliver House: “We have to have wonderful food, wonderful beer, and consistently great service.” The new look of the Oliver House includes several refurbished spaces, in addition to new logos and a new website, with improved email marketing of events and menus. On Ottawa Street, visitors of the new-to-Toledo Petit Fours Patisserie and coffee shop (formerly in Perrysburg) enter through what was once the women’s entrance to the hotel. In the Patisserie, a palette of pink, white, and black create a warm space to enjoy artisanal pastries, from cookies, scones, and brownies to cupcakes and petits fours. There are also savory treats available, including a special recipe deviled egg. The Patisserie is also known for its custom cakes, made to order for weddings and birthdays. The comfortable space welcomes patrons of The Cafe, an offshoot that serves great soups and sandwiches made from scratch. The Patisserie and coffee shop are open from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. and The Cafe serves lunch from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Another entrance on Ottawa Street takes visitors into Rockwell’s Lounge, a bar overlooking the Maumee River. “With a view like this, you could be anywhere in the world,” says Lucas. Rockwell’s continues its elegant

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Guests at the Oliver House enjoy the rich history and new life of Toledo's loved landmark. steakhouse tradition, serving USDA prime cut beef, among the finest selections served in the area. While the Oliver House may be moving away from being known primarily as the home of the Maumee Bay Brewing Company, it is still an integral part of the business. The Brewing Company is still in operation as the only local microbrewery, and is the exclusive brewer and bottler of Buckeye Beer. Maumee Bay Brew Pub, on the second floor of the Oliver House, offers a unique atmosphere, with its high ceilings and view inside an operating brewery. The Toledo Brewing Hall of Fame and Museum is on display, with hundreds of historic beer paraphernalia items, as well as tributes to, and biographies of, those who created Toledo’s brewing tradition. The Brew Pub’s signature dish, pizzas created in its wood-fired oven, will soon return to the menu. In addition to the restaurants, coffeeshop and brewery, the Oliver House is also home to many unique and historic event and banquet spaces. One of these is the newly refurbished original lobby of the hotel. The building is also home to seven townhouses with panoramic views of the Maumee River and Downtown Toledo. The South Wing of the Oliver House, home to the North Coast Theater company and an art gallery, was once the men’s entrance to the historic hotel building. With its rich history, the Oliver House Complex is a landmark of the Toledo community – one that is still thriving with new business and new life. It’s hard to enjoy the beauty of its structure and its story without wondering what the next century will bring.

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Vineyard travels

The Wines of Bruno Giacosa

Local wine shop offers out-of-state excursions by Jacob Corkins

7pm. The Vineyard has arranged a special purchase of Giacosa wines and presents a tasting. The tasting features 5 different wines, and a light buffet of cheese, pasta and bread. $65. Call for reservations 419-535-7301. www.thevineyardwineshop. com. The Vineyard, 5305 Monroe St., Toledo.

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Sierra Nevada Tasting

6:30pm. Taste six delicious samples, plus hor d'oeuvres. $20 in advance/$25 day of event. Call for reservations, limited tickets available 419-389-6003. www.docwatsonstoledo.com. Doc Watson's, 1515 S. Byrne Rd., Toledo.

Tastings at the Beer and Wine Cave Wednesdays 6-8pm, Thursdays 5-7pm. $10 beer, $15 wine. Beer and Wine Cave, 4400 Heatherdowns.

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Luis Felipe Edwards Chilean Wines and Great Lakes Beers.

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Imagine spending a week driving through fields of grapevines lining the horizon, or enjoying an evening laughing with friends and drinking fine wines as the sun sets on the chateau. You don’t need to escape to Europe to experience a great wine trip; The Vineyard Wine Shop is offering tours to New York, Oregon and Virginia throughout 2009. On the tours, guests will spend seven to eight days traveling through each state’s largest and off-thebeaten-path vineyards, tasting all types of wine. Planning tours since 2001, Jack Esbin has been to some of the greatest wineries in the country. He began working at The Vineyard in 1999, and although he retired in September 2008, he still continues the wine tours. One of Esbin’s favorite spots is the Silver Oak winery in Napa Valley, California, where they make world-renowned cabernet sauvignon. “There was also this one winery we visited in Washington that was very small. Some small wineries never get to export their wine out of state,” he recalled of another trip. “It was literally

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in a garage and they made port and sherry wines, and gourmet vinegar.”

Luis Fillipe Edwards Chilean Wines, Great Lakes Beers.

This year, Esbin is planning a trip to Oregon, including a visit to the Columbia River Gorge, which has 8 major waterfalls, some over 500 ft. tall. Esbin explains that the tours give visitors a taste of wine making and show the flavors of a region that many people never get to see. On the last day of the tour the group usually spends a day seeing the sights of the largest nearby city, which, on past tours, has included Seattle, San Francisco, and Los Angeles.

The Vineyard's wine tours allow travelers to explore the sights, sounds and tastes of distant regions.

The complete tours are arranged by Esbin, from lodging to food and range from $250 to $300 per day. All the travelers have to do is enjoy the wine. For more information, contact Jack Esbin at 419-535-6257 or at jacke@acm. org. The Vineyard Wine Shop, 5305 Monroe St. www.thevineyardwineshop. com. ��

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In for a reﬁll

Be green at the grocery by refilling your bottles at the new Ariston Olive Oil Refill & Save Station at The Andersons Market. Pick up a bottle of 100 percent select gourmet extra virgin olive oil for $11.99, use it up, and refill it for only $9.99. Buy a bottle of 12-year old Italian balsamic vinegar for $10.99 and refill it for only $8.99. The great taste and green incentive will keep you coming back for more. The Andersons Market, Sylvania Ave. at King Rd. 419-517-7707.

Save a seat to take a stand

Cleansing Foods

6:30pm. Diana Patton and Tonja Ward have joined forces to develop the "Fitatitudes." Based on 10 biblically based principles, it will equip you to lead a high performance life. Call to register. 419-8729090. $40. Kitchen Tools & Skills, 26597 N. Dixie Highway, Perrysburg. www.kitchentoolsandskills.com.

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Michigan Wines

Sample 4 great wines from Michigan, along with a wide variety of foods from various departments in the Market, all for just $5. 5-7pm. April 24 will feature Ohio wines.The Anderson’s Sylvania Market, 38 West Sylvania Ave. Sylvania.

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Bring your favorite tea cup to Cousino’s Navy Bistro at the Docks on Sunday, April 26 for the 5th Annual Becky’s Tea. The event is a fundraiser for the Rebecca Martin Hurst Memorial Scholarship for Survivors of Domestic Violence. Rebecca was a social worker and advocate for battered women, helping to start the Cocoon Shelter. Becky’s Tea will feature numerous simultaneous tea parties and special guests speakers, including a survivor of domestic violence and a former abuser, now in rehabilitation. At the event, the 4th annual University of Toledo scholarship will be awarded to a survirvor of domestic violence. All funds raised will go towards the next scholarship. 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. $15. RSVP with Bob Hurst by calling 419-283-5022.

In good taste

Toledo’s got taste. And on Sunday, April 26, we’ll show it off at the Share our Strength’s Taste of the Nation at Fat Fish Blue. The food tent, open from 5 p.m. - 8 p.m., will feature delicacies from Washington D.C. Chef RJ Cooper, in addition to tastes from local participating restaurants, including Georgio’s Cafe International, Mancy’s Blue Water Grille, Tea Tree Asian Bistro and La Scola Italian Grill. The Bridges will perform from 8 p.m. - 11 p.m. 100 percent of the ticket sales help feed children through local organizations like the Aurora House, Toledo Day Nursery, Toledo Northwestern Ohio Food Bank and Toledo GROWs. $150 per ticket, available online. www.toledotaste.org. 419-720-7387

Juicing for Health

6-8pm. Tune in to the secrets of building strong healthy bodies, enzymes and the minerals they depend on. Sample some nourishing juices and smoothies. Instructors are Kris Johnson, MS nutrition, and Lisa Bowe, CHP, Health Counselor . Free, donations welcomed. Call to register. 419-836-7637. Grace Lutheran Church, 4441 Monroe St. Toledo.

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Progressive Dinner

6pm. The evening starts at Aficionado for some wine pairings. From there, you’ll head over to Kitchen Tools and Skills for bruscetta, an anti-pasto tray, small panini sandwiches, and mini chicken wellington. Finally, for dessert, you will meet at The Chocolate Shoppe for some wonderful chocolates. $45. Call for reservations. 419-872-9090. www.kitchentoolsandskills.com. Aficionado Wine and Cigars, 26567 N. Dixie Hwy., Perrysburg.

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Join Larry Mawby of Mawby Vineyards and M. Lawrence Sparkling Wines for a special Michigan Winemaker Dinner and Seminar at Vinology Wine Bar and Restaurant. Four courses by Chef Brandon will feature local cuisine paired with delicious award-winning local sparkling wines. And, in honor of Michigan Glass Month, visit Vinology’s Bubble Room, designed with hundreds of hand blown, champagne colored glass “bubbles” by Furnace Design Studio. Wednesday, April 29, 7 p.m. $60, plus tax and gratuity. Reservations required, 734-222-9841. 110 S. Main St., Ann Arbor. www.vinologyrestaurant.com. —GS

Got soy?

Many cultures require the use of soy milk in their meals, especially the Chinese ethnicity. The 577 Foundation invites you to learn how to make Chinese-inspired soy milk, whether be it sweet (served like juice) or salty (served for breakfast). You’ll also learn how to make delicious Chinese cuisine such as Hearty Soy Milk Soup, Glutinous Rice Balls, Fried Dragon Boat, and Water Chestnut Cake. Friday, April 24 from 6 p.m - 8:30 p.m. $20. 577 East Front Street, Perrysburg. 419-874-4174/ www.577foundation.org. —DV

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Over the last few decades a new set of the three Rs are being taught in classrooms — and across the county. “Reuse, Reduce, Recycle” is not just a catchphrase, but also a motto of an environmentally friendly lifestyle, one that we are encouraged to take seriously. Every week, homeowners in the Toledo area and all over the world separate paper from plastic and set their recycling bins out by the curb. But what effect does recycling really have on our world, and our government?

THE RECYCLE CYCLE

Curbside recycling in the city might be on its way out as Toledo tries to balance a $27 million deficit. However, as part of the Lucas County district’s waste management plan with the state of Ohio, curbside recycling must be provided for citizens of Toledo. If Toledo ends its program, the Lucas County Solid Waste District will receive a notice of violation, and after a grace period of three to six months, be eligible for fines of up to $1,000 a day. “It takes awhile to get to that point,” said Nick D’Amato at the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), who has discussed the issue with Lucas County Solid Waste Management (LCSWM). “The district can submit a new plan, and take control of the recycling.” Casey Stevens, Toledo’s commissioner of public service, explained that Toledo is considering many options when it comes to curbside recycling. “Everything is on the table,” he said. “Maybe it would be better for the county to run the recycling program, or maybe we will switch to automated trucks, or we could privatize. I can’t tell you where we will be six months from now.” The city pays recycling expenses through a fee collected for dumping at the city-owned Hoffman Road landfill. However, this money is split between all solid waste needs, so Toledo has had to subsidize its recycling program to pay for the labor and necessary equipment. The market for recycled materials has also plummeted, making them difficult to unload. The city used to earn around $15 a ton for recyclables; now they are paying between $35-$40 per ton to have the materials removed. Even in the best of times, though, recycling has not necessarily been a profitable business. “Even when we were getting paid

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for the materials (we collected),” Stevens pointed out, “we were still losing money on labor and expenses.”

STREAMING DUELS

Currently, Lucas County runs a dual-stream system for most recycling collected in Sylvania, Swanton, Maumee, Waterville, Holland, Ottawa Hills, Oregon, and Whitehouse. This process keeps paper separate, while plastic, aluminum, and glass are comingled. The separation prevents contamination, such as glass breaking and embedding into fiber products, and maintains purity. A purer product requires less cleaning, and fetches more money in the recyclables’ market. But, it also costs more to send out separate trucks to transport fiber and other recycled materials, and requires that consumers keep their recycling separated. In a single-stream system, like Toledo’s pilot program at the Lucas County Solid Waste facility, all recycling is loaded together and transported. It must then be separated at the material recovery facility (MRF): glass, fiber, plastic and aluminum. The process is both cheaper and more accessible to consumers, who combine all their recycling in one bin. The downside is that all the materials must be separated, and contamination is likely to occur, lowering the end product’s value. Currently, Jim Walters, manager at LCSWM, explained that the pilot program involves manual separation

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third and newest location in Downtown Toledo is as friendly to the earth as it is to your taste buds. Long known for their award-winning ribs and family friendly atmosphere, the new location at 233 N. Huron Street (formerly Jackon’s Lounge) is a convenient stop for good food and fun. “We are right across the street from the new arena, and 5/3 Field is only a block away,” says Erric Sitter, co-owner Eric Sitter. But for those who can’t make the walk, their catering brings the food to you while barely making a footprint, since their catering truck is fueled with cooking oil. The used cooking oil is dispersed into an underground holding area, then later picked up and reused for the vehicle. If you’ve been to Sidelines, you may remember their diverse menu of appetizers, soups, sandwiches, wings, and, of course, their award-winning baby back ribs smothered in BBQ sause. There is also a kids’ menu, which includes two sides and a drink for only $4.49. The biggest surprise about the new location for Mr. Sitter has been the popularity of the fish items on the menu. “We have really been selling a lot of Perch Platters and Fish sandwiches, and not just on Fridays.” Another feature of the Downtown location that Sidelines and guests are excited about is “The Loft.” Located on the second floor, The Loft has live entertainment Thursday, Friday, and Saturday and will be open on event days to expand Sidelines’ seating. For more information on Sidelines, please call 419-244-5151 or visit their website at www.sidelinessportseatery.com.

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of materials at their Matzinger Road location. “Right now, we are hand sorting,” he said of their new facility, which previously housed Lake Erie Recycling. “This facility was never set up to be a single-stream MRF, so we can only process two tons an hour.”

THE RECYCLE CYCLE

Curbside recycling in the city might be on its way out as Toledo tries to balance a $27 million deficit. However, as part of the Lucas County district’s waste management plan with the state of Ohio, curbside recycling must be provided for citizens of Toledo. If Toledo ends its program, the Lucas County Solid Waste District will receive a notice of violation, and after a grace period of three to six months, be eligible for fines of up to $1,000 a day. “It takes awhile to get to that point,” said Nick D’Amato at the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), who has discussed the issue with Lucas County Solid Waste Management (LCSWM). “The district can submit a new plan, and take control of the recycling.” Casey Stevens, Toledo’s commissioner of public service, explained that Toledo is considering many options when it comes to curbside recycling. “Everything is on the table,” he said. “Maybe it would be better for the county to run the recycling program, or maybe we will switch to automated trucks, or we could privatize. I can’t tell you where we will be six months from now.” The city pays recycling expenses through a fee collected for dumping at the city-owned Hoffman Road landfill. However, this money is split between all solid waste needs, so Toledo has had to subsidize its recycling program to pay for the labor and necessary equipment. The market for recycled materials has also plummeted, making them difficult to unload. The city used to earn around $15 a ton for recyclables; now they are paying between $35$40 per ton to have the materials removed. Even in the best of times, though, recycling has not necessarily been a profitable business. “Even when we were getting paid for the materials (we collected),” Stevens pointed out, “we were still losing money on labor and expenses.”

STREAMING DUELS

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In a single-stream system, like Toledo’s pilot program at the Lucas County Solid Waste facility, all recycling is loaded together and transported. It must then be separated at the material recovery facility (MRF): glass, fiber, plastic and aluminum. The process is both cheaper and more accessible to consumers, who combine all their recycling in one bin. The downside is that all the materials must be separated, and contamination is likely to occur, lowering the end product’s value. Currently, Jim Walters, manager at LCSWM, explained that the pilot program involves manual separation of materials at their Matzinger Road location. “Right now, we are hand sorting,” he said of their new facility, which previously housed Lake Erie Recycling. “This facility was never set up to be a single-stream MRF, so we can only process two tons an hour.” The majority of Lucas County’s waste is dual-stream, including the drop-offs sites at local Krogers, with co-mingle going to state-of-the-art facilities in Ann Arbor to be separated, and fiber going to Green Fiber in Delphos, Ohio, to be used for insulation. However, if Toledo’s pilot is a success, a high-tech facility could be in the plans for Lucas County. As Juliana Sample, executive director of Keep Toledo/Lucas County Beautiful and Walters’ neighbor at the Matzinger Road facility, pointed out, technology will develop that may make single-stream recycling a cleaner process. “Toledo’s pilot proved that [singlestream] works from an ease of use standpoint,” she said. “But the quality of material you get is an issue, since glass can become a contaminant. As technology develops, it will be less of a perceived

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Aveda’s newest campaign takes baby steps Aveda, along with its local Aveda salons, has partnered with the Ohio River Foundation. The campaign seeks to draw the connection between drinking water and protection of water sources: rivers and lakes. Funds raised from the Aveda/ORF Earth Month campaign will be used to improve and protect water quality by engaging in visible projects like installing rain gardens. A rain garden is an effective tool that home owners and cities can use to lower costs, improve water quality, and reduce flooding. Contact your local Aveda Salon to learn how you can participate and take baby steps to improve water quality. “You can donate through the month of April by purchasing a raffle drawing ticket at our salon to win a Toyota Prius, Essential Customized Facial or a Caribbean Spa Pedicure. The cost of a ticket for 1 chance to win one of these fantastic prizes is $5 and $10 for 3 chances,” said La Luna Salon and Spa owner Madonna Fong, who has operated her Aveda Salon since 1995. Ms. Fong added, “in addition to the raffle tickets, you may also purchase an Aveda Earth Month ‘Light the Way Candle’ for $10; the proceeds from the sale of each candle goes to support the Aveda Clean Water initiative, while supplies last.” For more information and a full list of area Aveda Salons, visit www.aveda.com. For more information on the Ohio River Foundation, visit www.ohioriverfdn.org.

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value is so low they can’t stand up to the process [as it is today],” Johns said. “The transportation wipes out any inherent value. The value of the whole process is contrived right now.” Johns’ plan also has the added benefit of allowing groups or organizations to use the recycling center as a fundraising opportunity. Schools and churches could partner with the centers to trade recycling for financial support. Also, as the centers developed, they could begin to accept products like vegetable oil, Styrofoam and plastic shopping bags, continually adding

Workers hand sort recylables at Matzingers Rd location

The single- vs. dual-stream debate is not even the tip of the iceberg in making recycling an affordable industry. The biggest expense will always be transportation, as materials are transported from homes all over the city, to facilities that separate, bale and clean the materials, back to buyers who reuse the materials. The amount of money and fuel burned during the process of collection, transportation, and processing seems counterintuitive to the reason why we recycle.

gether in a socially conscious way. Johns was given office space to use for his foundation by Larry Ohlman of Ohlman Farm and Greenhouse. Ohlman also introduced Johns to one of his first benefactors, Marilyn Fox, founder of the Mazie Foundation (a nonprofit that helps women who are victims of abuse find resources). Working closely with Ohlman, Johns learned things about food production and localization that helped to crystallize the Earth Science Foundation’s mission. “I started to realize that the principles of recycling were the as food As Toledo’s Casey Stevens production,” he explained. puts it, “Everyone “They have similar inefwants to recycle, but USING ficiencies, in that they with the cost and fuel INSTEAD OF PLASTIC SAVES are transportation intenused, the question is UP TO SIX BAGS A WEEK! sive.” should we use nonSoon after, Johns realrenewable resources LOCAL GROUPS, LIKE JUNIOR ized that a non-profit reto recycle renewable LEAGUE OF TOLEDO, SELLS cycling business would ones?” THEM AS FUNDRAISERS. 419- be difficult to put in place, 474-6262/ with too much money changing hands. He refoWWW.JUNIORLEAGUEOFTOLEDO.ORG. cused the Earth Science A LOCAL Foundation on turning Some people are post-industrial space thinking about alterTHAT natives to the recy- SUPPLIES ARTISTS, TEACHERS AND into new opportunities for research facilities that cling process that UNDERPRIVELEDGED YOUTH support ecological and could not only take the financial stress off WITH ART SUPPLIES AND CLASSES, technological advances, of our governments, ACCEPT A VARIETY OF ITEMS FROM greenhouses that teach but also bring some of CRAYONS TO X-RAYS. FOR A WISH about sustainability, and localization of food and the value back to con- LIST, VISIT 419-720-2978. opportunities. He decidsumers. Jim Johns, WWW.SCRAP4ARTTOLEDO. ed a separate, for-profit founder of the Earth entity would take the Science Foundation, THROWING OLD place of his charitable has an idea for changNEWSPAPERS IN THE recycling business. ing the business of reEarth Science RecyRECYCLE BIN IS TYPICAL. DONATE cycling in Toledo. His cling is Johns’ idea for foundation is based on THEM TO PAWS AND WHISKERS fixing what ails Toledo’s bringing theoretical TO LINE KITTY CAGES. recycling deficit. In his and practical environ419-536-1914. plan, host partners that mentalism together, are grocery chains or refocusing on sustainable tail stores, such as Target, would provide agriculture and alternative energy. Johns has experience in industrial space near their facilities for a recycling recycling, working with Findlay Foam center. Consumers would bring in their Recycling before leaving the business un- own recycling to be weighed, and then receive money that would be placed on fulfilled by the process. “I was frustrated with being in the cards that correspond with the host partfor-profit recycling business because you ner. These drop-off centers would be a could make a fortune one year and nothing one-stop shop for recycling, keeping it the next,” he explained. “You just buy and separated and saving on the fuel costs of trucking the recycling long distances. sell; you’re basically money movers.” From there, Johns researched start- For those unable to leave their homes, a ing a nonprofit organization that would subscription curbside system would be support his goal of bringing science, sus- available. “There are certain recyclables whose tainability and economic development to-

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to the list. Johns also mentions that the Earth Science Foundation has plans for research in areas that could lead to production of bio-fuel, which could eventually power the trucks that transport recycling from the centers to the buyers. “It would also create substantial job generation,” Johns pointed out. “It would save the municipality money, reduce fossil fuel consumption during the recycling process and incentivize consumers to participate.”

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Myers Fireplace and Patio has graced Toledo for the last 55 years and is still going strong. When asking Manger Lori Fletcher how have they done it, she states that it’s their reputation and quality products. “Fireplaces and patio furniture are what we do, and we know our customers are getting the best products for their investment.” But their products aren’t just great for customers; they’re good for the earth. The company uses eco-friendly manufactures that recycle all mold castings and resin scraps. “Unlike poorly made sets, our products do not accumulate in landfills,” adds Fletcher. All patio furniture is not equal. Here is what you should look for when finding the perfect set for your home: Durable frames for longevity, heavy cast aluminum, no seams for any weak points, a powder coated finish after a 7 bath process and then baked. This process makes the surface 5 times thicker than paint. The furniture should also be resistant to scratching, blistering, chipping and peeling. Buying quality furniture ensures a lifetime of enjoyment. Fletcher explains the perfect example of a long-time customer who stopped in the store after owning a Brown Jordan set for 38 years. The set was still in perfect condition, but it was time to pass it on to the kids and buy something new. Myers products carry a 15-year warranty and their trained associates help with color and style. If you like what you see, but it’s the wrong color, no problem! Myers welcomes special orders.

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Consumer participation may not be as big a problem, with more individuals and businesses feeling the desire to go green. Casey Pogan, marketing director for the Town Centre at Levis Commons, is attempting to organize restaurant and bar recycling in honor of Earth Day on April 22. Commercial businesses are usually in charge of setting up their own trash collection, as is the case in Toledo. With the unique structure of Levis Commons, however, Pogan wanted to set up recycling that could be collected from the local businesses jointly. “My instinct was that the restaurants and bars wouldn’t buy into it, separating all their glass, and getting the staff to comply,” Pogan said. As it turned out, that wasn’t the hard

part. Because of the sheer volume, (Biaggi’s goes through 40-50 cases of wine a week and Bar Louie 150-200 liquor bottles) the problem was finding a hauler to handle that much recycling. Each restaurant wanted containers behind their businesses, which posed a problem because trash haulers were only interested in emptying from one dumpster. That meant restaurants would have to haul all their recycling to one dumpster, which would need to be emptied more than once daily. Pogan said they wouldn’t be able to cover costs of hauling and haven’t found anyone willing to handle that amount of glass. “It baffles me that it is not easier, with all the emphasis on ‘green’ and the environment,” Pogan sighed. “I guess recycling and cost-effectiveness and con-

venience can’t be used together.” “We’d love to help them out,” said Paul Rasmussen, general manager of Allied Waste Services, which does collection in the Toledo area. “The problem is that glass is the most difficult to collect and least economically viable [of recyclable materials].” Rasmussen estimates that about 40 to 60 percent of commercial businesses in Toledo recycle some materials, with cardboard and paper products making up 90 percent of what is collected. This recycling is then combined with the residential stream for processing. But the large amount of glass used by local bars and restaurants is mostly left out of this stream. “That’s a shame in the glass capital of the world,” Rasmussen notes. “Toledo doesn’t have an adequate facility for handling; we’re thinking of building our own facility. We would rather build recycling centers than landfills.” Johns and EarthScience Recycling also have a plan for commercial recycling as part of their alternative to Toledo’s curbside. “Once our post-consumer system is in place, it would make our services both available and convenient to commercial generators,” Johns said. “Commercial tonnage would not create enough revenue on its own, especially with the low value of glass. [Government] subsidies should be spent Get on recycling [materials] where the market doesn’t bear the costs, instead of on recyclables that have inherent value.”

Even if the City of Toledo keeps curbside recycling intact, we may find ourselves in this same situation again. Recycling is not self-sustaining; it does not pay its own way and has the potential to weigh down the municipalities who support it. Without subsidization by the government, left to the market of supplyand-demand, recycling as it exists today would probably not survive. Yet its value is not measured in dollars, but in the future quality of our lives as we continually accumulate more waste on our planet. One of the options that Lucas County faces if Toledo drops out of curbside recycling would be to privatize and contract it out to a trash collection company. Rasmussen said that Allied Waste would certainly be interested in bidding on a contract with the county if Toledo curbs curbside recycling. According to Jim Walter at LCSWM, this would most likely end up costing the citizens. The question then is: how much do citizens actually support recycling? Would we step past our curb and support drop off centers, like Johns’, that need public participation? When it isn’t a token sentiment, but a true commitment, will Toledo residents really go green?

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Bigger, better, bolder — Artomatic 419!

ACGT and local artists prepare for the third annual art celebration by Kelly McGilvery Artomatic 419, a new harbinger of summer, an exhibition of more than 150 visual artists, and a performance schedule featuring over 50 musicians, actors and poets, will kick off Saturday, April 18 at 11 a.m. This year’s event will run three consecutive Saturdays — April 18, 25, and May 2 — from 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. at a new location, 201 Morris Street at Broadway. The venue, next door to the Oliver House, was formerly a print shop and is now owned by the Oliver House, which has donated its use for the festival. “It’s in a more industrial underutilized space so it has more of the gritty feel of the first Artomatic,” said event co-chair Joel Washing. “Yet once again we’ve been able to surpass the quality of work in last year’s show.” Don’t miss the array of talented artists at the third annual Artomatic 419, including a focused look here at painter Klaire Russell and jewelry-maker Amy Beeler.

From Tanzania to Toledo

Toledo is getting a taste of international art as 11 female Tanzanian artists travel the region to unveil their artwork at local exhibitions. The women will be in town until Monday, May 4 and are living with host families. During their stay, the artists are experiencing Toledo culture with a mural painting event on Earth Day, Wednesday, April 22, and a joint Tanzanian-Hungarian-American exhibition at the Hungarian Club of Toledo on Thursday, April 23 from 5-8 p.m. While in Toledo, the women artisans are looking to better their business skills and collect educational materials for Tanzanian children. To host a Tanzanian family in the future, or to offer assistance to the visiting artists, contact Elizabet Balint at 419-530-8572. Hungarian Club Toledo, 224 Paine Ave. For more info, 419-698-5195.

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Klaire Russell / PAINTER Artomatic 419 has been a launching pad for many Toledo artists. One artist who will be finding a larger audience is painter Klaire Russell. She is the self-described “fastest painter in the world.” After consulting the Guinness Book, Russell has determined that she can beat the world record for speed painting, an accomplishment made all the more impressive by her bold, colorful fourinch long fingernails. In addition to the quick skill she brings to her work, many of her paintings are created to be rotated and viewed from several vantage points, or what she calls “the 360 degree painting: like 4 pictures in one.”

tropicalia. She is a self-taught, intuitive artist who began painting just two years ago. In that time, she has produced over 3000 works. Her painting is not limited to canvas or masonite, and can extend to purses and furniture. In recent months, her artworks featuring President Obama have proven popular. Russell’s business savvy can be seen in the variety of her offerings: she accepts commissions, offers layaway plans and art rentals, and will perform live at parties. In fact, Russell excels at live painting at events, where her speed can be truly appreciated. She will be painting on site during Artomatic 419 throughout the event. A video of her live painting as well as a portfolio of her work can be viewed at www.klairerussell.com.

Russell’s work features bright warm colors, floral and island themes, and

Amy Beeler / SCULPTOR If you’ve been to an arts festival in Ohio or Michigan over the past several years, you’ve probably seen Amy Beeler’s jewelry. Beeler creates intricate sterling silver jewelry based on organic forms, often seed pods. She spends nearly every weekend between May and November showing and selling her work at art fairs throughout the Midwest, accompanied by her dutiful husband and sidekick, Neal Harmon. “You see so much great work and meet so many artists. It’s very inspiring,” Beeler said. While studying art at BGSU, Beeler was drawn to jewelry making as a form of small-scale sculpture. In conjunction with her studies, Beeler worked at local jewelry shops as an apprentice, learning the ropes of commercial jewelry-making. Armed with that experience, she struck out on her own, combining her fine art background with the quality and polish of her commercial skills.

Don’t burn your bra, bedazzle it

Ladies, get your glue guns ready — it’s time to bedazzle your bra for a good cause. To help raise awareness for breast cancer, the American Cancer Society is hosting the 2009 Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Battle of the Brassiere Project. The ACS invites women to submit their decorated bras to be displayed in store windows at the Town Center in Levis Commons for this one-of-a-kind art show. The display will run through May 9, leading up to the Making Strides walk, which takes place that same day. Submissions accepted until Friday, May 1. For more info, call Megan Stemen at 614-794-2008 or email her at stemen@RMDadvertising. com. — CH

Mind your art

Art is often pleasing to the eye, but there’s nothing more beautiful than artwork that beneﬁts a person’s wellbeing. At the Zepf Center — a

In college, Beeler collected seed pods that fell from a tree outside the art building. She was inspired by the protective exterior of the alien-looking shells, and began incorporating them into her jewelry. Beeler sees coarse and organic forms in her jewelry, as opposed to traditional commercial jewelry. She creates her work in a studio. Beeler’s nearly all new work on display at Artomatic 419 includes intricate sterling silver necklaces with freshwater pearls and natural gemstones. One piece features tiger eye jasper from an extinct mine in Australia. “It’s exciting to be part of this show. Since it’s not juried, there is more experimental and heartfelt work that people couldn’t show elsewhere,” said Beeler. See Beeler’s work at www.jewelryandrepairsbyamelia.com. For more information about Artomatic 419, including a schedule of events, visit www. artomatic419.org or call the ACGT at 419-254-ARTS.

comprehensive Toledo community mental health facility — the idea that art provides therapeutic beneﬁts is in full motion. On Thursday, April 30, the center opens their A.R.T. (Artists in Recovery and Treatment) Gallery. Showcasing artwork by clients of the center, the new gallery will provide the community with a glimpse inside the minds of people with depression and other mental and behavioral disorders, while giving these individuals an outlet for creative expression. An opening reception runs 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. The Zepf Center, 6605 Central Ave. 419-841-7701/ www.zepfcenter.org.

Spring into Space

Outside, the ﬂowers are in bloom and the trees are turning green, while inside the galleries and studios of Space 237, the walls are looking more vibrant. It can only mean one thing: It’s springtime. The gallery’s annual Spring Show Exhibition — this year titled “Co-opt” — features an array of artists and their diverse perspectives to our relationship with the natural world through various medias such as photography, ﬁber, ceramics, painting, metals and drawing. Presenting artisans include Forkigami artist Dan Current, photographer Vlad Bubnov and el-

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ephant-obsessed artist Elyse Osborne. “Co-opt” runs Friday, April 17 through Friday, June 5, with an opening reception on April 17 from 7-10 p.m. Enjoy live entertainment by the Antivillains, performances by published poet Ahimsa Timoteo, an interactive installation by Randy Rebel Rousers and a visit by special guests Toledo GROWs. Space 237, 237 N. Michigan St. 419-255-5117/ www.space237.com.

Art well worth a walk

Put on your walking shoes for downtown Bowling Green’s ArtWalk! 2009, Saturday, April 25 from noon-5 p.m. The one-day walking tour is a series of exhibits when local storefronts become galleries for a few hours, highlighting many talented artists in the community — from novice to professional. Meet the 100+ artists in 24 different downtown businesses (including the Wood County District Library and Huntington Bank), watch demonstrations and participate in artsy activities throughout the afternoon. For more info, www.downtownbgohio.org. —ER

Lost, then FOUND

Creator of FOUND Magazine launches book tour at Artomatic 419 by Emily Rippe Davy Rothbart was born to be a collector. Forget stamps, spoons and rocks — he prefers the juicier items: other people’s lost love letters, to-do lists and provocative Polaroid pictures left curbside. “I love finding stuff,” said the 34-yearold collector and creator of FOUND Magazine. “I’m amazed at how powerfully you can connect with someone just through some little half-page love note you find blowing down the street.”

nearly everyone he talked to had a similar note or picture to show him. And then it hit him — wouldn’t it be great to share these finds with people everywhere? “A magazine seemed like a natural way for everyone to share what they had been finding with everyone else,” Rothbart said.

Mario,

The first FOUND magazine was published in 2001. Fast-foward eight years later, and Rothbart is “stunned” by how the magazine, and now three FOUND books have resonated with the public. “It’s thrilling to see that other people share my fascination with these found notes; these little glimpses into others’ lives,” Rothbart said.

I f***ing hate you, you said you had to work, then why’s your car HERE at HER place? You’re a f***ing liar. I hate you. I f***ing hate you.

Creating the magazine and books is not a solo project for Rothbart. In fact, it’s a community art project that succeeds only with the help of fellow readers and collectors.

The idea to publish a magazine full of found items came to Rothbart one night when he found a letter on his car’s windshield that read:

-Amber p.s. Page me later. “There was something so funny but intense about that note,” Rothbart said. “Amber was really angry and upset at Mario, but obviously still in love with him.” Sharing his “literary find” with friends and family, Rothbart discovered that

“Touring is a big part of our success,” Rothbart said. “[FOUND] requires the participation of as many people as possible, and we do these tours to inspire others to go out and find stuff.” Rothbart hopes Toledoans will discuss their finds with him, as he kicks off his tour to support the latest FOUND book, Requiem for a Paper Bag, at Artomatic on Saturday, April 25 at 7 p.m. During the 45-minute presentation, Rothbart will

Peter and Davy Rothbart hit the road in support of the third FOUND book, Requiem for a Paper Bag.

reveal some of his favorite finds from the past few years, and read excerpts from the new book. Different from previous FOUND magazines and books, Requiem shares the experience of finding items, as guest writers talk about how their finds impacted their lives. Some of Rothbart’s artistic heroes got involved, including rapper Chuck D., folk musician Devendra Banhart, actor Seth Rogen and writers Jim Carroll and Miranda July. The presentation will be held at 201 Morris St,

downtown, next to the Oliver House. The Requiem for a Paper Bag tour, a.k.a. FOUND Magazine’s Denim & Diamonds Tour, spans through 55 other cities across the country, including Ann Arbor (Rothbart’s hometown), where he will be joined by his musically-inclined brother Peter Rothbart, who often makes up songs about the more interesting FOUND letters. For more information, including tour dates, visit

www.foundmagazine.com.

LOOK WHAT’S The Toledo Museum of Art has collected more than 1,100 works since 2001. Find out what, why, and how in this multi-gallery exhibition experience! toledomuseum.org 419.255.8000 FREE admission 20

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will receive advice and information on future steps in the naturalization process, including interviews, English proficiency exams and civics tests administered by CIS. Call or see website for more info. www.ablelaw.org. 419-930-2540. 525 Jefferson Ave. Shred Day and Green Fair The Andersons has partnered with Affinity Information Management, a Sylvania firm that provides secure information management and data destruction solutions, to assist area residents who want to safely destroy personal documents and recycle electronic equipment. A voluntary $5 donation is be appreciated. 9am-3pm. The Andersons, 530 Illinois, Ave. Maumee. Yesteryear’s Essentials Learn about fashions, sexuality and morals of the early 19th Century, and more. Knowledgeable presenters will discuss many facets of men and women’s clothing of the time period. Highlights include a tour of the fort, period merchants, and an optional clothing workshop on Sunday. 9:30am. Fort Meigs, 29100 W. River Road, Perrysburg. Also Sunday, April 19.

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Infrared Mammography for Early Dectection of Breast Cancer Join Claudia’s for this very informative presentation on THERMOLOGY, a safe and effective early detection screening for breast cancer. Conducted by Dr. Philip Hoekstra, Lab Director for Therma-Scan Reference Laboratory and the nation’s leading authority on Thermology. 11am. Free. Call to register. 419-534-3343. Claudia’s Natural Food Market, 5644 Monroe St. Sylvania. Health in Motion The event’s goal is to help people understand risk conditions of diseases. Area health specialists will be on site to provide free information and screenings such as vision and hearing, blood pressure, diabetes and more. A free healthy lunch will be served. 419-243-2237. www.warren-ame.org. 10am-2pm. Warren A.M.E. Church, 915 Collingwood.

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Northwest Ohio Writer’s Forum Meeting This month’s guest, Cleveland writer and essayist Deanna Adams (author of “Confessions of a Not-So-Good Catholic Girl”,) reflects on topics in which most baby boomers can relate—Catholic or otherwise. www.nwowf.com. Free. 10am. Sylvania Branch Library, 6749 Monroe St. Sylvania.

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Jazz singer Ramona Collins visits the library for Jazz Appreciation Month

The Toledo-Lucas County Pubic Library is all jazzed up about its latest endeavor. On Saturday, April 25 from noon to 4 p.m. take a break from quiet study, as the library plays host to more than 100 jazz musicians on three different stages to celebrate Jazz Appreciation Month (JAM). Presented by the Professional Musicians of Northwest Ohio, the American Federation of Musicians and the Smithsonian Institution, as well as a handful of local sponsors, JAM was initiated by The Smithsonian in 2002 and is now celebrated across the nation. The free local celebration will feature Toledo-based pianist Charles W. McDaniel, the Toledo Symphony Jazz Trio, Ramona Collins and more. Main Library, 325 Michigan St. 419-259-5381/www.toledolibrary.org. —CH

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Urban Ballroom Dancing Lessons Urban Ballroom Dancing is a smooth, elegant, graceful dance which combines slow dancing, hand dancing, and cha-cha-cha all in one dance. It is danced on the beat of most urban music, some jazz, R&B, and soul. 4-6p. Common Space, 1700 Reynolds Road.

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Eighth Annual MultiFaith Banquet The MultiFaith Council (MFC) of Northwest Ohio will host its Eighth Annual MultiFaith Banquet, an Erase the Hate Event. Guest speaker, Peter Adriance, NGO Liaison for the National Spiritual Assembly of the Baha’is of the U.S., an internationally known interfaith leader and envionmentalist, will speak on the topic “Faithful Stewardship of the Environment.” $17, $8.50 for 12 and under. Register before April 10. www.multifaithcouncil.org. 419-475-6535. 4-7pm. B’Nai Israel Congregation, 2727 Kenwood.

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Independent Advocates Fundraiser The night features a 50/50 raffle, a bake sale, entertainment by local acoustic performers, a bocce ball tournament, a Texas hold ‘em tournament, and much more. All proceeds will support providing consistent comprehensive advocacy services to survivors of domestic violence through Independent Advocates. www.iatoledo.org. 5:30pm-2am. Wesley’s Bar, 1201 Adams.

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Today and Beyond Ecumenical Bereavement Support Group All who are grieving the loss of a loved one are welcome. Confidentiality, respect for others, and support are always present. The group offers two meetings each month. 11am. All meetings are held at Christ the King Catholic Church, Parish Meeting Room, 4100 Harvest Lane, Toledo.

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Mudhens Baseball The Hens take on the Indianapolis Indians for a two day stint. 6:30pm. Fifth Third Field, 406 Washington St.

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Harley-Davidson Garage Party The event offers women the chance to discover how they can get involved with the sport of motorcycling. Interactive stations will showcase the style and functionality of Harley-Davidson MotorClothes and the different ways to customize a bike to reflect individuality and ergonomic needs. 4-7pm. Toledo Harley-Davidson, 7960 W. Central Ave.

Mudhens Baseball The Hens take on the Louisville Bats in a four game series. Thursday 6pm, Friday 7pm, Saturday 7pm, Sunday 2pm. www.mudhens.com. Fifth Third Field, 406 Washington St.

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Golabki Dinner Enjoy a traditional Golabki (stuffed cabbage roll) dinner with all the fixings. The meal also includes chicken, kielbasa, mashed potatos, pierogi, sweet and sour cabbage and more. $10. 5-7pm. Resurrection Polish National Catholic Church, 1835 W. Temperance

Adults with Autism In honor of Autism Awareness Month, Bittersweet, Inc. is presenting a program on Adults with Autism with David L. Holmes, Ph.D., an expert on autism and a prominent author. Located in the Huntington meeting room. Call to register. 419-875-5721. 9am. Downtown Library, 325 Michigan.

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Toni Morrison Appearance Accomplished and honored author and editor, Toni Morrison, will speak as part of UT’s Edward Shapiro Distinguished Lecture Series. Some of her best-known works include The Bluest Eyes (1970), Sula (1973), Song of Solomon (1977), and Beloved (1987). Free. www.utoledo.edu. 7:30pm. Savage Hall, University of Toledo.

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Singles Dance Glass City Singles presents their weekly singles dance. This week features their King and Queen card mixer for prizes. $7. www.toledosingles.com. 8:30pm. Central Park West, 3141 Central Park West Drive.

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1812 Camp Life Visit a War of 1812 encampment to see what a military camp might have been like at Fort Meigs in the spring of 1813. See musket demonstrations and artillery demonstrations. Try your hand at period activities and see a period bake oven in action. 800-283-8916. www. fortmeigs.org. 10am. Fort Meigs, 29100 W River Rd. Perrysburg.

[ beneﬁt ] Everything Elvis saturday18 Civic Center Promenade at the Erie Street Market Put on your blue suede shoes and start gyrating those hips because Elvis lives at the 7th Annual Toledo Elvis Festival on Saturday, April 18. Held at the Erie Street Market, the festival is hosted by Elvis Presley’s Sweet Sweet Spirit Fan Club of Toledo and proceeds benefit the non-profit organization, Honor Flight Northwest Ohio. The Toledo Elvis Fest features a People’s Choice Battle of the Bands contest, where top local musicians perform Elvis’ hits with their own musical styles. Check out local sensations Josh Boyd, Chris Shutters, Bob Wurst, the Harrison-Erie Band and more as they pay homage to rock n’ roll’s legendary King. Don’t miss Elvis Tribute Artists Robert Rosencrantz and Leo Days, along with the Roustabout Show Band performing with Elvis’ former musicians. It’s everything Elvis. $20. 2 p.m. Civic Center Promenade at the Erie Street Market, 237 S. Erie St. 419-727-5847/ —ER www.elvissweetspirit.com.

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2nd Annual Walk for Autism Northview High School Med Tech students hosting an event to raise monety and awreness about autism.The entry fee includes a t-shirt, snack food, and lots of fun and games at the event. 10am. 419-8248553. Sylvania Northview High School, 5403 Silica Drive, Sylvania. Luminations Luminations is Lourdes College’s signature scholarship fundraising event and will be hosted by honorary chairs, Mr. and Mrs. Al Stroucken. Guests will enjoy cocktails, grazing stations and an extraordinary silent auction from 6-8pm. The program begins at 8pm where guests are treated to exhilarating performances by the Toledo Ballet, The Toledo Symphony, The Toledo Opera and Toledo School for the Arts. Socializing, dessert, and after-dinner drinks will take place from 9 to 11pm. $125. www.lourdes.edu. 419824-3751. 6pm. Franciscan Theater & Conference Center, Lourdes College, Sylvania.

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The Marvin’s public stance against drug and alcohol addiction in young people has been going strong for four years. Their non-profit organization, Rusty’s House, was formed after their son Rusty died of an accidental drug overdose. Now, the Marvin Family aims to educate and assist 15 to 25-year-olds with drug prevention and recovery services that would not be possible without the help of the community. Join the Marvins and fellow Rusty’s House supporters at the 2nd Annual Spaghetti Dinner from 5 p.m. - 11 p.m. Enjoy all-you-can-eat spaghetti, and don’t forget to sign up for the raffle. All proceeds benefit Rusty’s House. $10 in advance/$12 day of. Holland Gardens Banquet Hall, 6530 Angola Rd., Holland. 419-866-9485. For more info, www.RustysHouse.org. —ER

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Take Back the Night A community-wide event to end violence against women, includes rally, women’s march, men’s program, resource fair, and Silent Witness and Clothesline Project displays. Free professionally supervised child care, accessible event with transportation during women’s march, free shuttle bus from UT departs UT transportation center at 6pm. 419-530-3432. www.toledotakebackthenight.org. Start High School, 2010 Tremainsville Rd.

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Louie’s 6th Birthday Celebration Louie the Elephant turns six years old, and you’re invited to the celebration. This party calls for elephant-sized treats and goodies for Louie, as well as special activities for the human kids. Join in the fun for The Toledo Zoo’s “little guy” who will soon weigh more than 6 tons. 10am-4pm. The Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way. www.toledozoo.org.

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Women’s Entrepreneurial Network Trade Show Business owners and community organizers are welcome to to sign up for a booth to display their products or services. Cost for a booth is $125 for WEN members, $199 for non-members. Attendance to the show is free. 419-536-6732. www.wen-usa.com. 1-6pm. Clarion Hotel and Conference Center, 2340 South Reynolds.

authors!authors! Hosted at the Stranahan Theater, each Authors! Authors! program features an hour-long speech and a question-and-answer session presented by the featured author. The program welcomes bestselling authors to Toledo as they discuss their writing and careers, answer questions, and sign books. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased at any Library location or at the event. Books provided by Barnes & Noble will be available for purchase at each program. 419.259.5266.

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Zen Buddhist Evening Practice, This traditional Zen Buddhist Wednesday evening practice at the Toledo Zen Center includes liturgy, Zen meditation, a talk and discussion. www.toledozen.org. 7:15pm. Shobu Aikido of Ohio, 6537 Angola Road, Holland. Every Wednesday.

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Four Poets For Poetry Month, Features poetry readings by Leonard Kress, Cindy Bosley Smith, Eric Wallack, Steve Utterback. 11am. Owens Community College Center for Fine and Performing Arts. 30335 Oregon Rd.

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Tarot Card Readings, Liz Hazel does mini tarot and astrology readings every Wednesday night. 5pm. Manos Restaurant, 1701 Adams, Toledo.

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Green Drinks, Green Drinks will be getting together with the Lake Erie Western Alliance for Sustainability (LEWAS) to have a few drinks, some good food, and a conversation about ongoing efforts to make our region more sustainable. Free. www.greendrinks.org. 5:30pm. Manhattans Restaurant, 1516 Adams St.

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Owens Landscape and Turfgrass Crew Club Spring Plant Sale, The annual sale will take place next to the greenhouse, which is near the entrance to the Owens Math/Science Center on the Toledo-area Campus. The sale will feature a wide selection of shrubs and rare and unusual trees, among other items. www.owens.edu. 10am-5pm. Owens Community College.

Hey ladies, think you’ve got what it takes to be the most fashionable woman in Toledo? Avalon wants you to show them what you’ve got and are giving you the chance at “Flaunt” on Saturday, May 2. T-Town’s top salons and boutiques will be there with the hottest threads and fashions to make you even more fabulous, and will be offering specials all day long (check with individual businesses for details). Among the sweet participating shops are boutiques Bella Brie, Red Envy Boutique, Sophie’s Sister and Meig along with salons Soto Loft, Metro Salon, Jeffrey Laurence and Aloha Tanning. The most fashionable ladies of the evening will receive free swag from the sponsoring boutiques as well as a grand prize of a photo shoot with FlashToledo photography to be hosted on the Avalon website. www. myspace.com/avalontoledo. Avalon, 25 S. Huron St.

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Party at Erie Street friday1 Autism awareness group Project iAm and Zub Productions are teaming up to present a Cinco de Mayo fiesta (like no other) on Friday, May 1 at the Erie Street Market. Featuring live entertainment throughout the afternoon, this Cinco de Mayo party is your chance to rock out while supporting a great cause. Music begins at 5 p.m. with Arctic Clam, followed by Johnny Rocker and the Hitmen and headliners The Menus. Doors open at 3 p.m. $10/$5 with Project iAm wristband. Erie Street Market, 237 S. Erie St. 419-936-3743. For more info, www.aboutprojectiam.com. —ER

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Catawba Island Boat Show, Visitors will be able to board and test drive a broad selection of power and sail boats that will be displayed in the water and on land. Free. www.catawbaislandboatshow.com. Friday 12-6pm, Saturday 11am5pm, and Sunday 11am-5pm. Starbucks Bird Watch, Treat yourself to a sneak peek of migratory songbirds followed by a cup of brew. Courtesy of Starbucks. Free. 8am. Wildwood Metropark’s Ward Pavilion, 5100 W. Central Avenue.

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American Cancer Society Relay for Life, Teams of eight to 15 members raise money prior to the event, then come prepared to camp out and enjoy the activities and the celebration of life. www.relayforlife.org. Sylvania. 888-227-6446. 2pm-8pm. Timberstone Junior High School, 9000 Sylvania Ave. Sylvania. Lighting the Way Annual Celebration, The Lighthouse Community Center would like you and your family to join them for an evening of fun and festivities to celebrate their accomplishments and future programming for the Toledo community. Doors will open at 5:30 pm. Poetry, story telling, African drumming, food, music, and dance, plus a silent auction are a portion of scheduled events. All proceeds will go toward strengthening and adding to their current list of youth, family, and com-

munity programs and events. Tickets are $10 in advance, $15 at the door and can be purchased by calling 419-471-1912. www.lcctoledo.com. 5:30pm. UAW Local 14 Hall, 5411 Jackman Rd. An Evening with Michael Moore, Academy Award-winning American filmmaker, author and liberal political commentator Michael Moore will be speaking at the Democratic Club of Taylor at a fundraiser supporting Michigan Peace Team. The dinner and program, including a silent auction, is scheduled for 6pm-9pm at a cost of $50 per person. Attendees are also invited to attend a preprogram wine and cheese reception with Michael Moore from 4:30pm-6pm at a cost of $100. www. michiganpeaceteam.org. 313-520-746. Democratic Club of Taylor, 23400 Wick Rd. Taylor, MI. Yell and Tell Fundraiser, The bowling fundraiser is sponsored by The University of Toledo main campus electricians. Senator Teresa Fedor and former State Fire Marshal and Toledo Mayor Candidate Michael Bell will throw out the first balls and compete against one another. Trophies will be awarded for the high scorers in the male, female, girls and boys catagories. Proceeds will go to Yell and Tell, a nonprofit, to help prevent child abuse. $10. www.yelltell.org. 419-865-4687. 1pm. Interstate Lanes, 819 Lime City Rd. Rossford.

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Underground Railroad Lantern Tour, Join the Metroparks for a night of dramatic history and discover northwest Ohio’s important role in battling slavery. On this walking tour, historical figures transport you back in time to share two very different stories. Call or see website for reservation. $5, $4 members. www.metroparks-

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toledo.org. 419-407-9700. 8-9pm. Harroun Park, Main Street at the rear of St. Joseph Church, Sylvania.

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Understanding and Changing the American Diet, Claudia David-Roscoe presents this workshop in the cafe. Free. Stop in to Claudia’s to sign up. www.claudiasmarket.com. 419-5071106. 12pm. Claudia’s Natural Food Market, 5644 Monroe St., Sylvania.

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Launch Into Providence, Journey along the banks of the restored Miami and Erie Canal in a mule-drawn canal boat, The Volunteer, visit the Isaac Ludwig Mill for some stone-ground cornmeal and shop at the General Store. Free - a fee is charged for admission to the boat. www. metroparkstoledo.com. 12-5pm. Providence Metropark, 13827 US Rt 24, Grand Rapids.

[ miscellaneous ] Artist Signing, Artist George Carruth will be signing his work on Saturday, May 2 from105pm. Come in and meet George and see what’s new for spring. Garden Smiles, 211 Mechanic St. Waterville.

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MLNWO Inaugural 5K Run/ 2K Walk, Funds raised will go toward the completion of a barrier-free, rubberized baseball field located in Northwood, OH which will allow children of all

farmer’s markets [ tuesday ] Augsburg Church, 3pm-7pm 1342 W. Sylvania Ave. [ wednesday ] Westgate, 3pm-7pm Elder-Beerman parking lot, Secor & Central [ thursday ] Mayberry Square (Sylvania), 3pm – 7pm Centennial just south of Erie Perrysburg, 3pm-8pm Downtown on Louisiana Avenue West Side, 3pm-7pm Church of Our Saviour parking lot, 2820 Alexis (near Whitmer HS) [ saturday ] Downtown Toledo, 8am–2pm Market Street between Erie and St. Clair

physical abilities an opportunity to play baseball and interact with their peers. Please visit www. mlnwo.org or email adelong@mlnwo.org for more information. 9am. Swan Creek Metro Park, Glendale Entrance, Toledo. Loft and Home Essentials Fund Raiser, Loft and Home will donate 10% of all jewelry sales and 15% of all other open house purchases to the Flower Hospital Foundation and Hickman Cancer Center. Ragazza will have a fashion show and will donate 10% of sales to the Hickman Cancer Center. Food and beverages will be provided by Treo and the Vineyard. www.loftandhome.com. 1-5:30pm. Loft and Home Essentials, 7103 W. Central.

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Vintage Base Ball, Enjoy an afternoon of leisure and sport as you watch the Sylvania Great Black Swamp Frogs play an 1860s “base ball match” against the Wyandotte Stars. Free. 2pm. Wildwood Preserve Metropark, 5100 West Central Ave.

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Slavery and the Civil War Lecture, Dr. Susan O’Donovan’s presentation “Runaways, Ladies Maids, and Servants on the Move: African

Americans and the Coming of the Civil War,” will discuss the role that enslaved men and women played in the debate that led to the Civil War. Free. 419-824-3741. www.lourdes.edu. 7pm. Franciscan Center Theatre, 6832 Convent Blvd.

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Saturday, May 2 The Great Plant Exchange

Saturday, May 2 Unknown Hinson at Frankie’s

Edible landscaping? Sounds tasty.

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Operation: Ohio Helps It’s Own, Maj. Gen. Gregory L. Wayt, The Adjutant General of the State of Ohio, invites you to attend a Town Hall meeting to learn how through partnership and volunteerism, we can support all Ohio Military Families. 614-336-7319. 7pm. Gish Film Theater, Hannah Hall, Bowling Green State University. Stained Glass Window Panels, Add a splash of color to any window by building one of six stained glass window designs. Learn to cut, foil and solder a panel and apply a choice of patinas upon completion. Tools and materials are provided. Plan to work an hour or so between classes on your project. $80. www.stevesglassclass.com. www.577foundation. org. 419-874-4174. 6:30pm. The 577 Foundation, 577 River Road, Perrysburg.

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Mother’s Day Tea, Enjoy savory treats prepared especially for Mom accompanied with two soothing teas. The tea also includes a tour of the second floor of the museum including the new exhibit, “Corsets to Camisoles: Fashions of the Flaming 20s.” Call for reservations. 1pm. Wolcott House Museum, 1031 River Rd. Maumee. $15. 419-893-9602. www.wolcotthouse.org.

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Bring out your weed-free outdoor or house plants, bulbs, grasses and garden equipment, it’s time for Toledo’s Perennial Plant Exchange at the Original Sub Shop on Saturday, May 2. This annual event attracts gardeners from all walks of life, as experts share their knowledge with novice plant growers. Featuring a 45-minute “Workshop on Edible Landscaping,” the plant exchange is lead by a volunteer staff from Nature’s Nursery, Toledo Botanical Gardens and Toledo GROWs. The more you learn, the more you grow. Workshop starts at 9 a.m., plant exchange starts at 10 a.m. The Original Sub Shop, 402 Broadway. 419-243-4857.

tions for Redken 5th Ave. NYC. $100. Proceeds benefit the YWCA. www.ywcatoledo.org. 11:30am. Inverness Club, 4601 Dorr St.

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Brunch With Mom, The Women’s Connection West presents this special Mother’s Day brunch with special guest speaker Nancy Williams. $14. Call for reservations. 419-841-9653. 9:15am. Sylvania Country Club, 5201 Corey Rd.

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Spring Plant Sale, Gardeners can choose from almost 10,000 quality cultivars including perennials for both sun and shade, Oak Openings native plants, herbs, roses, trees, shrubs, vegetables and

A place for all Toledoans sunday3 Celebrate Toledo’s newest asset on Sunday, May 3 as local residents welcome the construction of a new Community Center on Cherry St. The space is shaping up to be a “go-to” spot for meetings, concerts, food events, gardening classes and more. According to members of Toledo Community Assets (those responsible for the building), the center has been in the works for a few years and formed as a vision of creating a community based on human need and creativity. The pre-opening celebration features great food, art and live music by bands Defiance, Ohio; Madeline; My Family Needs Food; Full Scale Panic and others. Sliding scale $8-$10, all proceeds go toward renovation expenses. 4:30 p.m. 1420 Cherry St.

Musician Madeline performs at the pre-opening celebration for the new Community Center

hanging baskets. With TBG’s experts and master gardeners on hand to assist, visitors will be sure to choose plants that will best suit their yard’s unique needs. Sunday features a Mother’s Day picnic with Tom’s Barbeque selling lunches all day. May 8-10. 10am. Toledo Botanical Gardens, 5403 Elmer Dr.

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Mudhens Baseball, The Hens take on the Lehigh Valley Irish Pigs for a 4 game series. Through May 11. www.mudhens.com. 419-725HENS. Friday 7pm, Saturday 7pm, Sunday 2pm and Monday 10:30am. Fifth Third Field, 406 Washington St.

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Thosefellas Networking Event, Thosefellas in collaboration with The Ryan White Foundation of the University of Toledo presents: “From The Roof Top, A Red Ribbon Affair.” The night will include music, performances, networking, free massages, and food, all in an inviting atmosphere. 7pm-11pm. Ground Level Coffee House, 2636 W. Central Ave.

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“I Love the Earth” Walk-a-thon, A day of activities and fun for the whole family is planned, rain or shine. Registration is $20 for families and $10 for individual walkers. During the event participants can win door prizes and raffle prizes, tour the Life Lab and enjoy light refreshments. Proceeds benefit the Lourdes College Life Lab’s

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Planned Pethood Rummage Sale, All proceeds will benefit local dogs and cats. Intake for the sale is at the fairgrounds from Saturday May 2 through Tuesday, May 5. All types of merchandise donations are welcome. 419-866-1790. The Rummage Sale is set for Thursday May 7 from 9am-7pm, Friday May 8 9am-5pm and Saturday May 9 from 9am-5pm. Jr. Fair Building, Lucas County Fairgrounds, 1406 Key St. Maumee. Angels Among Us, Intuitive Audrey Stone, known for her work for the Victory Center, will speak at two Angels Among Us events at Clara J’s Tea. Audrey will help guests get in touch with their guardian angels. 419-897-0219. www. clarajsat219.com. 7pm. Clara J’s at 219, 219 W. Wayne St., Maumee. Women to Women Luncheon, The luncheon features success stories from those whose lives have been helped by the YWCA. The keynote speaker is author and VP of global communica-

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friday17 Co-Opt Art Exhibition Opening Reception, 7-10pm. Space 237 will be celebrating the beginning of Spring, with their art exhibition Co-Opt featuring an array of artists and their diverse perspectives on our relationship with and impact on the natural world. Media exhibited will be photography, fiber, ceramics, painting, metal and drawing. The reception will feature refreshments, live entertainment with music by the Antivillans, performances by poet Ahimsa Timoteo, an interactive installation by the Randy Rebel Rousers and a visit by Toledo Grows. Space 237 Galleries and ClaySpace, 237 N. Michigan, Toledo. Through June 5.

thursday23 BGSU Clay Club Annual Spring Sale, 10am6pm. The BGSU Clay Club presents the 13th Annual Spring Sale featuring a wide selection of handmade ceramic artwork and pottery. Located in Room 1218, Fine Arts Center, Bowling Green State University. Through April 25. Hungarian-Tanzanian-American Frienship Night, 5pm. The evening consists of an art show and pot-luck dinner. Special guests and artists include Emilia Pacsika, Hungarian textile artist and her huspband Imre Nagy, an Architect from Hungary, 11 young women artists and their artwork from Tanzania, and a slide show by the American Artists’ Delegation about their recent trip to Tanzania. Call to RSVP. 419-530-8572. Hungarian Club, 224 Paine Avenue. Toledo.

friday24 Kazuri Bead Trunk Show, 10am-6pm. Kazuri produces a wide range of hand made, hand painted ceramic jewelry that reflects African colors and Kenyan art. The beads are made

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to an international standard and are sold worldwide at a fair price. The ultimate goal is is to provide employment opportunities for disadvantaged members of Kenyan society. 419-887-4000. Bonita Bead Boutique, 215 Conant St. Maumee. www.bonitabeadboutique.com. Also Saturday, April 25.

it’s friday April 17 Features glass blowing demos, a mosaic flowers hands-on session, a glass flower drop in session, lectures, and more Open until 10pm. Admission is free, a fee applies for some activities. April 24 Features tours, a glass flower drop in session, a steel dishes workshop, an AIA presentation entitled “Olive Oil and Architecture in Northern Africa,” glass blowing demos and more. Open until 10pm. Admission is free, a fee applies for some activities.

saturday25 Downtown BG Art Walk, 12-5pm. The annual art walk turns Downtown downtown Bowling Green into the largest art gallery in Northwest Ohio. The show will be held rain or shine and admission is free. See website for full list of activities. Downtown Bowling Green, Main St. www.downtownbgohio.org. Lourdes College Student Art Exhibition Reception, 4pm. Students at Lourdes will exhibit a variety of two and three-dimensional works. www.lourdes.edu. Through May 16. McAlear Hall at Lourdes College, 6832 Convent, Sylvania.

exhibitions

saturday25 Explore how the art of Norman Rockwell inﬂuences American culture at the DIA. designs for the stage. www.utoledo.edu/as/art. UT Center for Visual Arts, 620 Grove Place. Through April 29. Painting and Ceramics Exhibit, Arts in Common Gallery will present an exhibit of paintings and ceramics entitled, “Doumbek Meditation: Visual explorations of Middle Eastern Rhythms.” The exhibit will feature acrylic paintings by Susan Woodard and ceramics by George Clemans. Through April 30. Arts in Common Gallery, 437 Main St. Bowling Green.

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Art by Mary McNamara, McNamara will exhibit her watercolor, acrylic and mixed media through April 20. 419-243-2081. Pam’s Corner, 116 10th.

Firenation and Friends, Featuring works by; Matt Paskiet, Brien Strancar, Drew Kowalski, Ashley Janowiecki, Jeff Mack, Josh Haas, Robin Rogers, Julia Rogers, Nadine Saylor, Larry Mack, Leonard Marty, Scott Darlington, Michelle Plucinsky, Marc Vandenberg, Eamon King, Eli Lipman and Kait Rhoads. Parkwood Gallery, 1838 Parkwood Ave. Through April 24.

American Chronicles, “American Chronicles: The Art of Norman Rockwell,” on view at the Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA) explores Rockwell the artist, his images, and their impact and influence on American culture. Detroit Institute of Art, 5200 Woodward Avenue. Detroit. $8-$15. 866-342-8497. www.dia.org. Through May 31.

Workshops: Glass Mosaic, 3-6pm. Amanda Fleming conducts this workshop. Work with glass tessera to make a mosaic in this hands-on workshop. Call to register. 419-2445080. $15 members, $20 non-members.

exhibitions

Seleucia-on-the-Tigris, Located between the cities of ancient Babylon and modern Baghdad, the ancient city of Seleucia-on-the-Tigris became, in 312 BCE, the capital of the Hellenistic kingdom of Seleukos Nikator, one of the successors of Alexander the Great. The city was a political and trading hub for more than 500 years. This exhibition offers the opportunity to see objects uncovered during the excavation of the site in the 1920s and 1930s. Through June 28. Radiant Ensemble, This free exhibition entitled “Radiant Ensemble: Jewelry from the Nancy and Gilbert Levine Collection” celebrates the collection of 18th and 19th-century jewelry assembled by Nancy and Gilbert Levine. Through August 9.

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April 15 • April 28

Head of the class

Reality inspires familiar, yet gripping narrative by Katey Rich

The Class Rated PG-13, 128 min. ★★★★★ The inspirational teacher narrative has been told countless times in American movies, almost always with the same structure. An entire year’s worth of frustration, anger, boredom and occasional insight is condensed into a series of teachable moments; the illiterate kid learns to write his name, the angry girl reveals abuse at home, the teacher finally understands how to communicate on their level. At the end of the year something is inevitably learned, with no acknowledgement that, come September, the inexorable cycle will begin anew. The Class, based on the memoir by Francois Begaudeau, who also stars, isn’t exactly interested in turning that traditional narrative on its head. Instead it starts from the only world Begaudeau knows — reality — and creates a loose narrative as fascinating in its specific details as it is enlightening on a grand scale. Though it tackles very specifically French ideas of race and identity and education, The Class is a universal story of the joys and horrors of the classroom, both for anyone who has sat through an

Blast from the past

The movie, which director Laurent Cantet and Begaudeau devised without any specific plot in mind, follows a year at a Paris school largely populated by children of immigrants from West Africa or the Middle East. The students, none of them actors and most of whom use their real names, squabble with one another, spar with their teacher, and pay attention about as often as they shoot off text messages. Begaudeau plays their French teacher, Mr. Marin, who does his best to relate to them and earns their respect for it —except, of course, when they regard him as just another out-of-touch grownup who uses only “honky” names for classroom examples. The camera drifts after Marin through faculty meetings and the classroom, as he deals with daily challenges, from verb conjugation to student discipline. Scenes go on endlessly, with the handheld camera lingering on a sleeping student or an active one, as the whole classroom debates the meaning of “ashamed,” or tries to

A leap into reality

Enjoy a movie like never before at the “Lyric Photoplay Vintage Movie Series,” hosted by the Collingwood Arts Center. In the latest installment of the ﬁlm series, the CAC screens the 1953 ﬁlm, Beneath the Twelve Mile Reef on Sunday, April 26. Starring Robert Wagner, Terry Moore and Peter Graves, the movie follows love-struck sponge divers in the Caribbean. The screening begins at 2:30 p.m. and includes live music, courtesy of the theater pipe organ and a “cinemapub” that serves beer and wine. $5. Collingwood Arts Center, 2413 Collingwood Blvd. 419-244-ARTS/ www.collingwoodartscenter.org. — CH

endless afternoon class and those who stand before the indifferent hordes of students, desperately trying to make a difference.

While some films provide an escape from reality, others make us examine the world in which we live. How long has it been since you watched a movie that changed your life — a film that left you thinking about how to improve your current situation? If you find yourself searching for more, check out Leap, the latest independent film presented by Alchemy Promotions on Friday, April 24. Leap features interviews with many of today’s greatest visionaries, scientists and authors. Hailed as a mind-expanding, heartopening treat for the senses, watching Leap may be a lifechanging event in itself. $10. 7 p.m. Maumee Indoor Theater, 601 Conant St., Maumee. www.alchemypromotions.com. —ER

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Based on a memoir by Francois Begaudeau, the ﬁlm captures the reality of life in the classroom. write their autobiographies. It’s gripping, believe it or not. A handful of students emerge as lead characters, including the spirited Khoumba (Rachel Regulie), who eloquently defends her nasty attitude, and Souleymane (Franck Keita), the angry son of immigrants who seems unable, not unwilling, to connect to anyone around him. The film reaches a kind of climax when Marin’s job is threatened by some heated remarks he made to some female students, and the faculty must decide whether Souleymane can stay in school, but Cantet and Begaudeau avoid any kind of false conclusion or melodrama. The message in the end is that there is no message — people do their best, win sometimes and lose sometimes, and after a summer it starts all over again. Neither depressing or uplifting, The Class simply exists as it is, a dispatch from a familiar world that has still never seemed too real. The Class opens Friday, April 17 at Levis Commons Showcase Art.

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War Inc. 7pm. Join UT Antiwar in the Student

Union South Lounge for popcorn and political satire. The film is set in Turaqistan, a country occupied by an American private corporation run by a former US Vice-President. Free. Call for details. 330-571-5072. University of Toledo, Student Union.

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Blame it on Fidel 7pm. The Way library closes out their Reel Art film series with a showing of “Blame it on Fidel,” about a 9-year-old girl who weathers big changes in her household as her parents become radical political activists in 1970-71 Paris. www.waylibrary.com. 419-874-3135. Way Library, 101 E. Indiana, Perrysburg.

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Just ask Atticus

Harper Lee’s classic American novel To Kill A Mockingbird comes to life on Saturday, April 25 with a play adaptation at the Valentine Theatre. Set in a small Southern town during the Great Depression, “To Kill A Mockingbird” is the story of Atticus Finch, an attorney and widowed father of two young children, who stands against his fellow townspeople by defending a young black man falsely accused of raping a white woman. Through the actions and wisdom of the main character, the story instills the traditional moral values of respect for others, honesty, courage, integrity and responsibility for one’s actions — even in the toughest of times. 8 p.m. $35, $41 and $47. The Valentine Theatre, 400 N. Superior St. 419-242-2787/ www.valentinetheatre.com.

A weekend of one acts

Don’t let the name fool you, A Night of One Acts at Lourdes College in Sylvania is actually a three-day drama event running Friday, April 17 through Sunday, April 19. The spring production includes several nationallyknown one-act scripts, including “Finger Food” by award-winning playwright Nina Shengold, “Lost” by Broadway actress Mary Louise Wilson, “Sure Thing” by Chicago-based playwright David Ives and “Three Guys and a Brenda” by Adam Bock, a Canadian playwright known for his plays with a pro-gay message. Laugh out loud with at least seven one acts. A Night of One Acts starts at 7 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, with a matinee performance at 2 p.m. on Sunday. $5. Lourdes College, Ebeid Student Center, 6832 Convent Blvd, Sylvania. 419-517-8881/ www.lourdes.edu.

Honoring a local legend

Toledo Ballet celebrates its 70th anniversary with a gala and performance honoring Toledo Ballet Founder and Artistic Director Emerita, Marie Bollinger Vogt, Saturday, April 18 at the Valentine Theatre. Enjoy an unforgettable evening of loving toasts, while reminiscing with nationally renowned dancers, choreographers and Toledo Ballet alumni from across seven decades. Then revisit Toledo Ballet’s past by watching their production of Reverence, which re-stages many of Madame Vogt’s best loved choreography. The evening includes elegant edibles by Georgio’s, and live and silent auctions. 5:30 p.m. - midnight. Black tie preferred. The Valentine Theatre, 410 Adams St. 419-471-0049/www.toledoballet.net. —ER

The right stuff

Learn what it takes to be a star at “Star Launch Weekend” with actress and Toledo-native Alyson Stoner. On Friday, April 18 and Saturday, April 19, StarBound NYC is hosting a two-day workshop for aspiring entertainers. The weekend workshop includes experienced instructors, one-on-one training in acting, singing and dancing and informative workshops on how to further a career in the entertainment industry. Stoner will also deliver the keynote address and teach a choreographed routine to participants. A well-known face in the entertainment world, Stoner has appeared in numerous music videos, is a regular on the Disney Channel, and has starred in ﬁlms such as Camp Rock and Cheaper by the Dozen. $135 weekend registration fee, register in advance. Erie Street Market Civic Center, 237 S Erie St. 419-936-3743/ www.starboundnyc.com/starweekend. —CH

theater events [ thursday, april 16 ]

The Curate Shakespeare As You Like It, The play is about a comically inept

acting company that attempts to perform “As You Like It” with hilarious perseverance. The predicament begins with the lead actor departing for a career as a professional wrestler and the leading actress losing her mind. With Curate’s encouragement and support, the remaining actors and actresses attempt to perform all 33 roles, which results in many comical missteps. The performance is an Owens student production. 567-661-2787. $8-$12. www. owens.edu. Owens Community College Center for Fine and Performin Arts, 30335 Oregon Rd. Through April 19.

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Macbeth, Supernatural forces combine with human ambition to set in motion a chain of betrayal and revenge in Shakespeare’s bestknown tragedy. 419-530-2452. www.utoledo. edu/as/theatrefilm. See website for show times and ticket prices. UT Center For Peforming Arts. Through April 19. [ sunday, april 19 ] The Great Comedians, 2pm. The Great

Comedians celebrates the diversity of American pop culture humor of the 20th Century. The show bridges generations with hilarity and clean, timeless laughs. Brad Zinn lovingly and authentically keeps alive the high traditions of the original creators of American humor, such as Johnny Carson, Will Rogers, George Burns, Jack Benny, W.C. Fields, Groucho Marx, Red Skelton and many more. $10-$25. 419-448-8544. www.ritztheatre.org. The Ritz Theatre, 30 S. Washington St., Tiffin.

Allende, the Author!

It’s time for the 2009 Authors! Authors! spring series, as the Toledo-Lucas County Public Library brings internationally-renowned writer Isabel Allende to Toledo. The popular Chilean novelist speaks at 7 p.m.,Thursday, April 16 at the Stranahan Theater. Allende’s latest work, Ines of My Soul, is a historical ﬁction piece which recounts the astonishing life of Ines Suarez — a daring Spanish conquistadora who toiled to build the nation of Chile. Allende began her career as a magazine writer in Chile and has taught literature at several major American universities. Learn more at www.isabelallende.com. $10. Stranahan Theater, 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd. For more info, www.toledolibrary.org.

Toledo talks to Toni

Pultizer Prize and Nobel Prize- winning author Toni Morrison speaks at the University of Toledo Friday, April 24 at 7:30 p.m. as part of the Edward Shapiro Distinguished Lecture Series. Morrison — a life-long writer and supporter of African American culture — will discuss her literary accomplishments, including her role as an editor at Random House, where she worked to bring black literature into the mainstream. Some of her best-known works include “The Bluest Eyes,” “Sula,” “Song of Solomon” and “Beloved.” Free. The University of Toledo, Savage Arena. For more information, www.utoledo.edu. —ER

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Attracting Birds to Your Backyard Debbie Nofzinger from W.W. Knight Preserve will discuss area birds and how to create a backyard birding habitat. Call to register. 419-666-0924. 6:30pm. Rossford Public Library, 720 Dixie Highway, Rossford.

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Zen Buddhist Evening Practice This traditional Zen Buddhist evening practice at the Toledo Zen Center includes liturgy, Zen meditation, a talk and discussion. www.toledozen.org. 7:15pm. Shobu Aikido of Ohio, 6537 Angola Road, Holland. Every Wednesday.

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

Rise of the arts friday24 Avalon Meshing together the creative worlds of artist, poet and DJ, Innovative Entertainment Group is hosting Rise — a party for all self-proclaimed expressionists — on Friday, April 24. “Rise is the spring equinox edition of Toledo’s newest art, poetry and electronic music movement,” explained Everett Woodward, CEO of Innovative Entertainment Group. The evening brings some of Toledo’s most prominent creative types, including Scott Lightfoot (an intuitive artist and technology director at Toledo School For the Arts), Professor Russell Jones (a professor at Owens Community College and also a well-respected DJ) and Michael Grover (a professional poet who hosts open mic poetry nights every Tuesday at the Collingwood Arts Center). 9 p.m.- 2 a.m. $5. Avalon, 25 S. Huron St. www. myspace.com/ev_tha_man. —ER

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Environmental Fair Members of the community are invited to learn about the many benefits of renewable energy, recycling, environmental conservation and alternative energy as Owens’ Environmental Club presents a free Environmental Fair. 11:30am. Located in the Student Health and Activities Center, Owens Community College. Call for more information. 567-661-7583.

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Ranger: North American Frontier Soldier Local historian and author Matt Wulff will speak about the role of the Ranger soldier in early colonial North America. This is the subject of his latest book, “Ranger: North American Frontier Soldier.” Free. www.ohiohistory.org. 7:30pm. Fort Meigs Visitor Center, 29100 W. River Rd. Perrysburg.

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Author Isabel Allende Appearance Popular Chilean novelist Isabel Allende is the second speaker scheduled for the 2009 Authors! Authors! spring series presented by The Blade and arranged by the Toledo-Lucas County Public Library. $10. 419-259-5381. 7pm. Stranahan Theater, 4645 Heatherdowns.

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Party for the Planet Visit the Zoo for special animal feedings, conservation ideas, and special recycling opportunities, compliments of Keep Toledo-Lucas County Beautiful! Learn how to protect the environment and have fun at the same time. 10am-4pm. The Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way.

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Toledo Mudhens Opening Day Downtown Toledo throws one big celebration as the Mud Hens take on the Columbus Clippers for the season home opener. www.mudhens.com. Game two will take place Friday, April 17 at 5:30pm. Fifth Third Field, 406 Washington St.

Professor and well-respected DJ, Russell Jones

friday17 [ singles ]

Singles Dance Glass City Singles presents their weekly dance party. This week ladies wearing all white will get a $1 discount off of admission. $7. www.toledosingles.com. 8:30pm. Central Park West, 3141 Central Park West Dr., Toledo.

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Westgate Toastmasters Meeting Stretch your speaking skills and strengthen your confidence in a fun and encouraging environment. Learn the art of communication -- whether it be an engaging story, an effective presentation or an impromptu speech. Guests always welcome. 7pm. West Park Place, 3501 Executive Parkway.

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Citizenship Day 2009 Sponsored nationally by the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA), ABLE is a host-site for this singleday workshop being held around the country. Naturalization applicants will receive assistance filling out all necessary documents required by the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (CIS). In addition, individuals attending the workshop

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Toledo’s Amtrak Station

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Plaza, 415 Emerald Ave.

Opening Ceremony at 9:30 a.m. Train displays

Prizes Food

Music

Rail art Drawings for train trips

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Star of Opera & Broadway

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Toledo Museum of Art Peristyle

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W E H AV E I T A L L O N L I N E ! C O M P L E T E M U S I C E V E N T S AT T O L E D O C I T Y PA P E R . C O M TCP

WED, APR 15 ROCK, POP, AND HIP-HOP TCP

Frankie’s Inner City: Sebastian Grainger & The Mountains Woodchuck's: Shilpa Ray and Her Happy Hookers w/ Sarah Cohen, Lance Hulsey and more

JAZZ, BLUES, AND R&B TCP Ragtime Rick’s Second Edition: Rusty’s Jazz Cafe Night SouthBriar Restaurant: Ray Heitger’s N’Orleans Dixieland Jass Jam

ACOUSTIC, FOLK, AND ETHNIC TCP Treo Retaurant: Bobby May and John Barile

DANCE AND TECHNO TCP

Avalon: Volume

THUR, APR 16 ROCK, POP, AND HIP-HOP TCP

Howard’s Club H: My Dear Disco w/ Resonant Soul, Flex and Sinker TCP Mickey Finn’s: The Falling Spikes w/ Mission Man The Blarney Irish Pub: Rick Whited and Empire Drift The Bronze Boar: The Polka Floyd

JAZZ, BLUES, AND R&B TCP

Home Slice Pizza: Mike Whitty Murphy’s Place: Sonny Fortune

ACOUSTIC, FOLK, AND ETHNIC TCP

Attic on Adams: Sarah Cohen TCP Ottawa Tavern: Ben Barefoot Pizza Papalis: Jeff Stewart Sidelines: Dave Carpenter

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DANCE AND TECHNO South End Bar and Grill: '80s for Ladies w/ DJ Jesse Door The Omni: Therapy Thursdays w/ DJ Rob Sample

OTHER Doc Watson's: Name This Tune

FRI, APR 17 ROCK, POP, AND HIP-HOP Cafe Classics: Unknown Legends TCP Howard’s Club H: New Machines w/ Matt Truman Ego Trip and Big Sur TCP Mickey Finn’s Pub: Hemline Theory w/ Fangs OUT, Sarah Cohen and Pizza Papalis: Boffo South End Bar and Grill: Mark Mikel and Chris Shutters Band The Blarney Irish Pub: Jeff Stewart and the 25’s The Twisted Lizard: MAS FiNA TCP The Village Idiot: The Nutones TCP Woodchuck's: I Crime w/ No Man, The Dashburns and The Static Rituals Yeeha’s: Hoozier Daddy

JAZZ, BLUES, AND R&B Manhattan’s: Jeff Williams Band TCP SouthBriar Restaurant: Frostbite w/ Tom Turner and Slowburn

ACOUSTIC, FOLK, AND ETHNIC Doc Watson’s: Brian Bocian TCP Mancy’s Italian Grille: Dave Browning Ottawa Tavern: Chris Knopp

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The Toledo-Lucas County Public Library is currently looking for local talent to rock out at their 5th annual Garage Rock summer music series. Setting up a stage in the underground parking garage at the Main Library, 325 Michigan St., Garage Rock V runs on Thursdays June 18, June 15 and July 2. Interested bands and performers are encouraged to submit a demo of their work via e-mail (garagerocktoledo@gmail.com), the Garage Rock V MySpace page, ground mail or in person at the Main Library’s information desk. Clean, family-friendly submissions will be accepted through Friday, May 1. For more info, www.myspace.com/garagerocktoledo. —ER

TCP Caffeini’s Coffee: Open Mic w/ Sarah and Estar Cohen

MON, APR 20 OTHER Manhattans: Open Mic

TUE, APR 21 ROCK, POP, AND HIP-HOP Yeeha’s: 56 Daze

JAZZ, BLUES, AND R&B

DANCE AND TECHNO Avalon: Frequency Dexter’s Jamaican Club: Jump-Up Friday TCP Wesley’s Bar: Old School Fridays

The Village Idiot: The Kripkes w/ The Dougouts TCP Wesley’s: Russel Martin and The Relics Woodchuck's: Raven w/ Dooley Wilson and Falling Spikes

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The Daily Grind: Tom Galvin

SAT, APR 18 ROCK, POP, AND HIP-HOP TCP

DANCE AND TECHNO

Murphy’s Place: The Murphys TCP SouthBriar Restaurant: Jeff McDonald’s Big Band Revival Party

South End Bar and Grill: DJ Jesse Dorr

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Frankie’s Inner City: Red Wanting Blue w/ Jason LaPorte Trio TCP Mickey Finn's: Boogie Matrix Mechanism Ottawa Tavern: Crucial 420 Pizza Papalis: Boffo The Blarney Irish Pub: Chris Shutters Band The Bronze Boar: Stonehouse The Distillery: Coco Beanos

Fat Fish Blue: The Griswold

Band Grounds For Thought: James Armstrong Murphy’s Place: Kim Buehler TCP SouthBriar Restaurant: Gay Galvin Trio

COUNTRY & BLUEGRASS Dave's Hideaway II: Bandera The Daily Grind: Jamie Combs

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OTHER TCP Culture Clash: Record Store Day featuring Potentials w/ Steve A. and Raven

TCP Rhouse: Karaoke w/ DJ Georgia Peach

WED, APR 22 JAZZ, BLUES, AND R&B

SUN, APR 19 ROCK, POP, AND HIP-HOP TCP Frankie’s Inner City: The Slackers w/ Lost At Sea, The City Circles. Dr. Manhattan and more

ACOUSTIC, FOLK, AND ETHNIC TCP

Mickey Finn’s: Tori Sparks

Murphy’s Place: College Night TCP Ragtime Rick’s Second Edition: Rusty’s Jazz Cafe Night SouthBriar Restaurant: Ray Heitger’s N’Orleans Dixieland Jass Jam

ACOUSTIC, FOLK, AND ETHNIC Treo Restaurant: Bobby May and John Barile

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Mother’s Day Brunch and Celebration, On Mother’s Day all moms receive free admission when they come to the Zoo with their children. There will be a special Mother’s Day brunch. Also, decorate your mom a flower pot and make her a Mother’s Day card from 12pm-3pm (or while supplies last). The Toledo Zoo, 2700 Broadway Ave. www.toledozoo.org.

Toledo hosts a second annual National Train Day Celebration Saturday, May 2 in the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Plaza. National Train Day commemorates the completion of the first transcontinental railroad system on May 10 1869. The event raises awareness of the vital role rail plays in our nation’s transportation system and includes a full itinerary of activities including model railroad displays, Amtrak and freight trains, musical entertainment, drawings for free Amtrak tickets and more. Sponsored by the Toledo-Lucas County Port Authority, Toledo Metropolitan Area Council of Governments and All Aboard Ohio. Free. 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. Toledo Amtrak Station, 415 Emerald Ave. 419-244-2730.

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National Tourism Week Kick-Off, The Greater Toledo Convention and Visitors Bureau announces the recognition of National Tourism Week with their kick-off event, The Commissioners’ Conference on Tourism. Pete Gerken, President of the Board of Lucas County Commissioners will be the keynote speaker during the event to affirm the tourism industry’s impact on Northwest Ohio. The Toledo Zoo will offer free admission to all Lucas County residents from 10am-12pm during the May 11th conference. Free admission will also be extended to all non-Lucas County residents by mentioning National Tourism Week. The Toledo Zoo, 2700 Broadway Ave.

—ER summer science camp by providing scholarships for underserved students in grades 5 - 10 and seasonal educational field classes. 419-8243691. www.lourdes.edu. 8:30pm. Lourdes College, 6832 Covenant Blvd. Sylvania. Win / Win Exhibition and Silent Auction, All works exhibited at WIN/WIN will be offered at silent auction with fifty percent of the proceeds going to the artists and the remaining fifty percent going to TFAS to help fund its programs that support the visual arts and artists of Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan. In addition to the silent auction there will be an art raffle, food, and refreshments. Music provided by Mojoe Boes and his Noble Jones. www.toledoareaartists.org. 7-11pm. MMK Gallery, 20 N. St. Clair St. Toledo.

National Association of Letter Carriers food drive, Please set some food items by your mailboxes for collection by your local letter carrier. Donate as much as you can to be distributed to local food banks.

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Mission Man Thursday, April 16 Mickey Finn’s Gary Milholland, better known on stage as Mission Man, is exactly what his name suggests — a man on a mission. The 30-year-old, straight-edge hip hop master has been “kicking out raps” since 1992. Mission Man has written more than 130 songs resonating with today’s youth, often dealing with relatable issues like losing his mother to cancer; basing one’s self-esteem on who you are, not what you look like; and delivering pizzas. Originally from Ohio, Mission Man sought out a full-time day job in Chicago, which he recently announced he was quitting in order to go on tour in support of his hip hop routine. “I’ll be living the exciting life, including sleeping in my car, crashing at random friends’ and fans’ places and ﬁguring out how to shower, eat and pay for gas on a daily basis,” Milholland said. “I’m actually very excited about it all, as I’ve done this on a smaller scale for 16 days.” Mission Man kicks off his “Do What You Love” tour on Thursday, April 16, opening for the local Velvet Underground tribute band, the Falling Spikes. 9 p.m. $5. Mickey Finn’s, 602 Lagrange St. www.sonicbids. com/missionman. —ER

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TCP The Blarney Irish Pub: Toast and Jam The Blue Devil: Fifth Floor The Bronze Boar: Russel Martin and The Relics The Omni: Echoes of Pink Floyd TCP The Village Idiot: Polka Floyd TCP Woodchuck's: Birthday Suits w/Joey and the Traitors, GoLab and Fangs Out Yeeha’s: Josh Boyd

JAZZ, BLUES, AND R&B Fat Fish Blue: Swingin’ Sirloins Manhattan’s: Kelly Broadway TCP Murphy’s Place: Australian Bluesman Harper

ACOUSTIC, FOLK, AND ETHNIC TCP

Doc Watson’s: Jeff Stewart Mancy’s Italian Grille: Brian Bocian The Daily Grind: Jack Schilb

DANCE AND TECHNO TCP Dexter’s Jamaican Club: Jump-Up Friday TCP Wesley’s: Old School Friday’s w/ DJ’s Folk, N. Mattimoe, and Todd Perrine

SAT, APR 25 ROCK, POP, AND HIP-HOP Clazel Theatre: The Nutones Doc Watson’s: Jeff Stewart and the 25’s TCP Frankie’s Inner City: Hazard Perry w/ Downplay and Secret Stones TCP Howards Club H: Vesta w/ Million Engines, G'night Sleepwell and Kaleidoscope Brighter Mickey Finn's: Trees No Leaves w/ Prayers For Rain and Indian Guides Ottawa Tavern: Crucial 420 Pizza Papalis: On the Beach TCP The Blarney Irish Pub: Kentucky Chrome TCP The Blue Devil: Fifth Floor The Bronze Boar: Dave Carpenter and The Jaeglers Twisted Lizard: Running With Scissors

JAZZ, BLUES, AND R&B Fat Fish Blue: Johnny Reed and the House Rockers Manhattan’s: Tom Turner & Slow Burn Murphy’s Place: Ramona Collins TCP The Village Idiot: Crawdaddy and the Blues Connoisseurs

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Yeeha’s: 56 Daze

JAZZ, BLUES, AND R&B TCP SouthBriar Restaurant: Jeff McDonald’s Big Band Revival Party

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Astronautalis & Bleubird Frankie’s Inner City Sunday, April 26 Editor’s Note: Jordan Johnson of Toledo's My Family Needs Food interviewed internationally renowned rap stars Astronautalis & Bleubird. The dynamic duo known as Astronautalis & Bleubird are vets in the underground prog-rap game— both partially responsible for reformulating the very idea of what it means to be an emcee today. In a time when radio rap has regressed to monosylabic “heeeys”, “ooohs” and “yeaahs,” Astro and Bird dig deep and drop truths, hoping the rest of us will catch up. Penning angular verses crammed with authenticated raw honesty — channeling the thesaurus gymnastics of Kool Keith, the finality of Chuck D., and the brash confidence of early Anticon, Astro and Bird are making it safe for rappers and their audiences to have a lexicon again. Checkout what makes them “go hmmm” in this soul stirring interview: Jordan Johnson: You gentlemen met at Guantánamo Bay, right? Astronautalis & Bleubird: Yes, due to Bleubird’s rigorous touring schedule in the Middle East, and his spring-break-sienna-skin, he was arrested on suspicion of 14 counts of ‘talaban-esque-nicity.’ He was detained at Gitmo, where I was, at the time, working as a wake/water-boarder. I knew from the moment I took off his black hood, and gazed into his smokey Spanish eyes, that this was no ordinary detainee. Instead of interrogating him like I was trained and ordered to do, we spent our time learning from each other. I taught him how to rap, and he, in turn, taught me how to love again. Now we are superstars. JJ: What dollar menu item has most influenced your rapping? A&B: Noam Chomsky. JJ: “F*ck the Police” vs. “The Star Spangled Banner,” which is more from-the-heart? A&B: That is a tough call, cause Francis Scott Key was also a teenager, with a little bit of gold and a pager. And any kid who paid attention in elementary school (like us) would know that Eazy-E died fighting taxation without representation. JJ: Okay, take us out with a slow jam, what makes y’all cry nowadays? A&B: The fact that every 30 seconds, a child is born in Darfur without a fixed gear bicycle. And that very same child has an 80% chance of living its entire life without hearing an M.I.A album.

Astronautalis and Bleubird play Sunday, April 26 with My Family Needs Food and Ormo. $7. 9 p.m. Frankie’s Inner City, 308 Main St. 419-693-5300/ www.frankiesinnercity.com. —JJ

April 15 • April 28

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APHASIA SUPPORT GROUP meets at Dazy Aphasia Centre, 2940 Douglas Rd. Toledo 43606. Every Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. The group is for stroke survivors with Aphasia & their caregivers. ________________________ CRAFT SHOW Sunday, April 19. 9-4. Stop and Shoppe, 5618 Secor Rd., Toledo. Crafters wanted, call 419-475-6815. ________________________ NEW

NEW GREEK COMMUNITY RUMMAGE SALE. April 30th and May 1st from 9-5. May 2nd from 9-2. Summit and Cherry. Baked goods and lunch available. 419-243-9189. ________________________

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SATURDAY CHESS PLAYERS Every Saturday, 9-11am. Grades K-6. Do you want to learn to play chess or improve your game? Drop in on Saturday mornings for fun and practice in the Children’s Library at Toledo Lucas County Public Library. 325 N. Michigan St. 419-259-5231. ________________________ ADOPTION HEALING SUPPORT GROUP, for adopters, birthparents, adoptive parents, and anyone affected by adoption. Monday, April 27, 7 p.m. at Park Church, 1456 Harvard Blvd, Toledo. For more information, call 419-260-5782. ________________________ DISCUSSION CIRCLES for women incest and child sexual abuse survivors. Meets twice monthly. (419) 729-0245 or www.mynirvananow.org. ________________________ PHASE 3 PARANORMAL - Free paranormal investigation and support. Visit us online at www.phase3paranormal.com” ________________________ DYKJC? www.dykjc.com ________________________ SMALL TOWN FARMERS with fresh produce, is looking for families who would like to know where their food comes from. Large produce garden in rural Fulton County. 419-924-9836. ________________________

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WHOLISTIC VIEW Foreign languages and performing arts. Ages 12-17. Monday-Friday 8:30-4:00. Call 419-973-8510. Ms. Stuart. ________________________ LOVING CHILD CARE done in my home. 19 years exp. Cpr, first aid. Fenced in back yard. Meals provided. All ages accepted. Please call Kris @ 419 870 8892 ________________________ BASEMENT SOLUTIONS: Do-It-Yourself + installed systems. Get a honest solution for your situation starting at $795. 419-508-4042 ________________________ NEW SEAMSTRESS: Well-rounded in domestic and industrial sewing. Free pick up and delivery locally. Call Rhonda About Sewing. 567-868-2402. ________________________ CUSTOM SLIPCOVERS: Draperies, window treatments, upholstery, pillows and much more... Call Tricia 419-810-0832. ________________________ NEW FOUNDATION REPAIR: Large local company specializing in bowed walls, sinking foundations, crawl space excavation, and BASEMENT WATERPROOFING. Lifetime, transferrable warranty. 1-800-343-2357. www.abetterchoiceinc.com ________________________ AFFORDABLE MOTORCYCLE REPAIR-15-years Harley Davidson service experience. Dirt bike, ATV, small engine repair, pick-up & delivery available. Call Bob at 517-486-4818. ________________________ FREE COMPUTER AND ELECTRONIC RECYCLING Business and residential pickup. Call Retro PC Recyclers at 734-347-7004 Or email at jwauctions@bex.net ________________________ CHILD CARE FOR YOUR baby in my west Toledo home by responsible reliable mom. Experience and references. 419-478-6068 ________________________

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419-246-4733 BEDROOM FOR RENT: Full use of house; must like dogs, non-smoker. $300 per month, call 419-344-3693 ________________________ WALK TO PARK OR ZOO-Bike to MUO from clean spacious (2) two bedroom upper. Washer/Dryer available. Covered parking. $550+utilities. First month discount to UT/MUO students. 419-382-5069. ________________________ ART STUDIOS TO RENT: 300 sq. ft. $150/mo INCLUDES utilities. River view. Serious 2-D Artists only. No Musicians. Call Paul @ 419-243-4944 ________________________ 4423 VERMASS, West 1 BR Duplex, nice area. SUPER CLEAN, New Furnace & Carpet. Inc. Wash/Dryer Only $445! Must see! 419-349-6086 ________________________ FOR RENT: (2) Two bed, two bath condo Downtown Toledo, overlooking the Maumee River. Two car garage, exsercise room, roof top deck and boat dock on Swan Creek. Rent: $1,300 per month. 419-351-5195. ________________________ FOR RENT: WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP: 2338 Brookridge. Appliances included. A/C . (3) Three bedroom. Living room, vaulted ceilings in family room and kitchen. Open Sunday from 1-3 PM. No pets/No smokers. $800/month + deposit. 419-265-2426. ________________________ NEW TERRIFIC WELL MAINTAINED HOME with many updates - great Maumee location/($125,000)! For more information call 419-410-4718 or view online http://toledo.craigslist. org/reo/1112127665.html ________________________ NEW PANORAMIC RIVERVIEW Townhouse for Rent in the Historic Oliver House. Located at 27 Broadway and Ottawa Street this venue oﬀers the best in urban living. $925 month plus utilities. Applications can be picked up M-F 9am-5pm in the main oﬃce or after 5 in the Rockwell’s Lounge. Questions? Phone 4 19-243-1302 ext 2. Townhouse tours by appointment only ________________________

HOUSE SPACIOUS 3 BEDROOMS like new, quiet neighborhood, garage, 2508 Locust, $650/month. 419-410-7193. ________________________

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Ask anyone who lives here - it’s the best kept secret in condo living!! Greet your guests in the large common receiving entrance, then take them to your condo w/vaulted ceilings, crown molding, gleaming hardwood ﬂoors, leaded windows - spacious rooms, newer kitchen w/appliances, 4 closets in master, linen closet, laundry and amenities that are unbelievable! Tony Bassett of the Danberry Co. (419-340-7843) Judy Stone of The Danberry Co. (419-241-1717) Char Winckowski of ReMax Central Group (419-349-7663)

SPACIOUS 2 BEDROOM Duplex- West Toledo. Hardwood Floors, New Paint Job, Great Vintage Feel! 2 bedrooms, both upper and lower unit available. Appliances included, garage available. Close to UT and Ottawa Park. Cats OK. $530/ month. 2114 Wyndhurst. Call Jim at 419-266-0842 ________________________ NEW 2 BEDROOMS FOR RENT: Includes utilities: "Pre-determined amount usage." Furnished option. Shared living w/separate entrance. University of Toledo area. $330/month plus $120 deposit. Call 419-578-0306. ________________________

DUPLEX W. Toledo north Haven, 2 bedroom spacious upper. Bay windows, natural wood work, fire place, appliances, basement. Great neighborhood & location. $550, call 419-474-9062. ________________________ BEAUTIFUL 3 BED SINGLE family FOR RENT next to Toledo Hospital/Midwood Dr. Major updates w/new furnace, windows, carpet, fenced yard, 2-car garage, all new appliances. Call 419-460-4505 for an application to qualify! $900 month...CALL TODAY!! ________________________ HOUSE IN HOLLAND FOR RENT: Flexible tenant needed; 4 bedrooms, 2 1/2 bath, partially furnished. $1,500/ month; plus utilities. Call 419-902-9232. ________________________ CONDO FOR RENT: airport & bernath $800 per month, 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, NO PETS; appliances included. 419-215-8526. ________________________ 2 BDRM APARTMENT, 3363 Maple St., Toledo, OH 43608, Upper Unit, Gas Heat and Water Paid. $525 month/deposit. No Pets. Call Kim at 419 283-5452. ________________________ TOLEDO: 1748 SYLVANIA AVE. Ideal location. $400/month. 90-days FREE rent!!! Needs redecorating. 419-290-4791. ________________________ NEW ADIRONDACK LAKEFRONT CABIN May Special! Natural Paradise - beach, boat, fishing, hiking, relaxing, fireplace. 4 Days - $415, Weeks Available. www.shelteredlakes.com, 727-937-0712. Sheltered Lakes. ________________________ DUPLEX FOR RENT: Large (3) three bedroom lower unit duplex with basement. Old South side. Kitchen/appliances included. Section-8 OK. Newer windows and carpeting. 419-290-0165. _______________________ THE RENTAL/SALE of real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act of 1968 as amended which makes it illegal to advertise "any limitation or discrimination." This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hearby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal housing opportunity basis

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ANCILLARY LUNCH COOK for our downtown location. 3 Days a week, approx. 11-2 p.m. daily, experience helpful. Call to schedule an interview from 3-4 p.m. Tues.-Thurs. 419-243-2081 ________________________ NEW

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THE OMNI is looking for Entertainers: Mimes, Tarot readers, jugglers, stilt walkers, fire breathers, tumblers, etc. If you have a unique gift or talent we may want you call 419-535-6664 or email : omnineal@gmail.com ________________________ STYLIST/BARBER WANTED booth rental, Reynolds & Glendale area. Rent negotiable. Call Kelly at 419-810-6566. ________________________

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NEW LOST CAT: White male with white and tan face. Oakdale/Oak area. Reward if found. 419-944-8806 ________________________ NEW ADOPTION EVENT. Sunday April 19th from 12-3pm. Sylvania Veterinary Hospital 4801 N. Holland-Sylvania 419885-4421 Come and adopt a pet from a local rescue group! ________________________

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THEATRE TECH STAFF NEEDED. The Toledo Rep is looking for some talented backstage volunteers to help with performances. Diﬀerent levels of skill are acceptable. We need lighting & sound crew as well as running crew. Call Aggie at 419-243-9277. ________________________

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LOOKING FOR INDIVIDUALS serious about owning their own business. Income potential: $50-200 K. 419-866-5851. ________________________ NEW

LOOKING FOR A MORNING barrista Monday thru Friday 6:30 am -10 at Petit Fours Patisserie & Cafe, now located at 27 Broadway, at the Oliver House. Entrance located on the Ottawa Street side. Please apply in person. Questions call Liz Grosjean @ 419-724-4477 ________________________ NEW WEBCAM MODELS NEEDED Make up to $1,500 a week Must be 18 or older, full and part-time positions available. Visit www.webcamstaffing.com or Call 419-309-3532. ________________________

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WANTED: WORSHIP Leader/Singer/In-

strumentalist for contemporary service, St. Luke’s Lutheran Church, Temperance. Service to start July 12, contact Denzil Bell 419-356-4018.

MUSICIANS SEEKING

WORKING MODERN COUNTRY MUSIC GROUP is seeking a female singer who

plays keyboard. Call 419-460-7112.

MODERN ROCK SINGER needed for cover band. Now auditioning. For more info. email JT6919@gmail.com DO YOU NEED A PLAYER? Fill in guitar, bass or drums. Call me. 30 yrs. exp. 419-392-5020. LEAD VOCALIST plays drums and keyboards. Looking for band. 419-691-2820. BASS PLAYER looking for band. Top 40’s rock. 419-255-1410 BASS PLAYER seeks church with praise

band or working gospel or bluegrass band. Upright sound, or electric bass. Will travel. 419-913-1850

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ALVAREX ACOUSTIC GUITAR: excellent condition, leather strap and hard case included. $250 OBO. Nicole 419-205-5746. KEYBOARD-ROLAND Phantom X-6. Au-

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FREE GUITAR LESSONS Rock, Blues, Country, all styles; 30 yrs. experience. Give me a call, what do you have to lose? 419-514-6097. 5-STRING BANJO WORKSHOP: Tablature

instruction. (3) Three most common roles: forward, reverse, forward-reverse combo and thumb alternating. Easy, fun and fast! Taped lessons. Speedreading. 47 yrs. Experience on the 5-string banjo. Professional, extensive recording. Allied Music Center. Jesse Riley. 419-381-0300 or 419-324-6457

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BANDS, ARTISTS, MUSICIANS: Rehearsal practice art and now storage space. Available 24/7 Access. FREE electricity. No noise restrictions. Located in the Hip Downtown area. Alarms available. $150 + mo. Call now: 419-346-5803.

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ARIES (March 21-April 19) Returning to

your routine is a welcome change. The only fly in the ointment is the bills to pay on the 15th. Money looks much better after the 20th. Mars comes home to your sign on the 22nd and Venus joins it on the 24th. This gives high energy and optimism.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) Set your

alarm to ring at 3:24 PM on the 17th as Venus ends its six week retrograde period. You feel as if the weight of the world is lifted from your shoulders. Put goals and resolutions into effect when the new moon makes its annual visit to your sign on the 24th.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) You decide to make a permanent agreement on the 16th or 17th when Mercury aligns with Saturn. Then you re-think the whole thing when the new moon shines the 24th. The twins argue about whether to be practical instead of frivolous. Toss a coin! CANCER (June 21-July 22) You may need to write a few checks on the 15th. Eating leftover Easter candy helps your mood. The week of the 20th brings good news about money to ease any burdens you have. A new job offer could come before the 24th. Celebrate on the 25th. LEO (July 23-August 22) The sun moves

into your tenth house on the 19th putting you in the spotlight. This continues all month. Take part in community affairs. A special fund raising event the weekend of the 24th is a success. On the 27th begin scheduling vacation plans for this summer.

VIRGO (August 23-September 22) You

welcome the chance to return to your routine and you are oh-so-organized. After the 17th you receive offers of stability. Your own psychic power kicks in the 23rd so follow your intuition. A strange offer comes the 26th. Consider it carefully.

LIBRA (September 23-October 22) Put some champagne on ice. Pop the cork at 3:24

PM on the 17th as Venus ends its six week retrograde period. You no longer feel as if your feet are stuck in cement. Take a short trip the 18th and 19th and enjoy a new adventure on the 24th.

SCORPIO (October 23-November 21)

On the 15th the universe forces you to make a decision about finances. It may involve taxes. A streak of good luck starts on the 20th. The new moon on the 24th is in your seventh house. Other planetary action forces you to think about your own good health.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22-December 20) There is a reason to write checks on the

15th. Take on more work the 19th but be careful not to make promises you can’t keep. Accept any help offered to you on the 24th because the universe seems to be giving you more than you can handle.

CAPRICORN (December 21-January 19) You have to write a few checks on the

15th but you are prepared. The sun moves into your fifth house on the 19th so you take an interest in planning a special summer vacation. After the 24th you only think of making memories.

AQUARIUS (January 20-February 18)

On the 17th you may get good news regarding finances. Spend some time at home on the 19th to list the improvements you want to make there. Shop for what you need on the 25th or get estimates for professional help. The 24th new moon guides you.

PISCES (February 19-March 20) Relax

the week of the 20th because most of your financial stress disappears. From the 24th thru the 26th, thanks to Mercury, you are able to be more self-centered. This is a good thing because you need to put yourself first. Surprises arrive the 27th.

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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There is good news for lovers as Venus goes direct on the 17th. The sun, Mars, and Venus change signs, and the new moon adds energy to all signs. There are two weeks of opportunities for all.— BY SUE LOVETT

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Quick Change

ACROSS 1. Include secretly, as in an email exchange 4. Former Aurora, Ohio swimmers 9. “Steady ___ goes!” 14. www.inkwellxwords.com, e.g. (I’m just saying) 15. Instrument played by 7-Down in “The Secret Life of Bees” 16. Try to sack, say 17. Witticism at the Raid factory? 19. Scoundrel 20. Quagmire 21. ___-Magnon man 23. Things featured at touristy productions in Honolulu 24. Super uptight 25. Thing a host might warn you not to touch, after “that” 26. Like Lucas County Arena 27. Unabashedly out? 32. Come back from a breakup 35. The Buckeyes, for short 36. “The Inca Princess” Sumac 37. Lots 38. Un-PC high school class 40. Tall, extinct bird 41. MySpace message sender 43. As needed, as salt 44. Royalty in need of oiling? 47. “I ... don’t know how to answer that” 48. ___ de Toilette 49. Fictional crime-fighting attire 53. Shapes subj. 54. 551, formerly 55. Self-proclaimed “luckiest man on the face of the earth” 57. Morricone who scored “The Thing” and “A Fistful of Dollars” 59. Join the other waiters? 61. Certain flat-screen, briefly 62. Words from a friend at the door 63. Word after bad or smart

64. Pamper, perhaps 65. Popped the question 66. Take a breather DOWN 1. Subject of many a Human Rights Watch story 2. Sing like Leonard Cohen 3. Composer Schumann 4. Phil who dissed Pete Seeger in “Love Me, I’m a Liberal” 5. Necessities: Abbr. 6. Gulager of “The Return of the Living Dead” 7. Keys on the piano? 8. Singing range for castrati, often 9. Vessel for a non-singles cruise? 10. John who served as GHWB’s Chief of Staff 11. Craps disaster 12. Line likely to lead nowhere 13. Arles summers 18. Respond to the raising of a hand 22. Something comfortable, so to speak 25. “9 to 5: The Musical” spec 28. “Straight ____ Compton” 29. Loose, as oxen 30. Job estimate 31. Toledo Speedway happening 32. DJ’s concern 33. Gift behind the podium 34. The glitterati 39. Fu ___ 42. Muscle soreness, to doctors 43. Men’s Wearhouse rental 45. Cowboy running back legend Smith 46. Shuts up, more politely 50. Zones 51. Second-century pope 52. Spew 53. Cheesy hairstyle necessities 55. Player’s skill 56. Fine-tuned the bass, say 58. Lacto-___ vegetarian 60. Moralizer’s sound

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Firenation's Open House

Fusion's Grand Opening

Holland's Firenation Glass Studio welcomed guests at their Open House on March 27. Friends joined in an evening of food, drinks and, of course, appreciating artistic talent. Live glass blowing demonstrations were performedby Matt Paskiet, Mark Mathews and Scott Darlington.

Under the new ownership of Scott Pratt, Fusion Bar (38 S. St. Clair) celebrated its Grand Opening April 9 through 11. But the fun's not over yet. Fusion offers awesome gameday drink specials and celebrates happy hour daily from 2 p.m. - 6p.m.

Correction TCP would like to credit Carli & Joe Felix of Shutter Love Photography for the Mix Up photos in our last issue's Social Studies section.

Barb and Barney Paskiet enjoy an evening at their son's studio.

Fabulously looking ladies Sue Ortiz, Debbie Krail, Nikki Michalski, and Kim Tollefson enjoy the night out.

Todd Black and Cathie Nelson pose for the camera.

Julia Rogers and Scott Darlington impress the crowd with a live glass blowing demonstration.

Ginger Ewing of Toledo, and Laurie Hicks of Oak Harbor

New owner Scott Pratt takes in the excitement of opening night. Patrick Dubreiul and Robin Schultes enjoy an evening of good food and inspiring art.

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Toledoans Leslie, Dave, Casey, and Jeff make a toast to their city's new establishment.

Owner Matt Paskiet pauses to pose with guest Joe Honde.

Mandi Doley and Terry Kaufman came from Erie, Michigan to celebrate Fusion's grand opening.

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