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Sept. 26-Oct. 9, 2018 • Vol. 21 • Issue 19

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

TCP Staff Dining Guide Selections:

Katie Emans (kemans@adamsstreetpublishing.com) RESTAURANT YOU WANT TO TRY: ELEMENT 112.

RESTAURANT YOU WISH WAS STILL OPEN: DEGAGE.

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BEST LUNCH: POCO LOCO’S LUNCH BUFFET. FARMERS MARKET VENDOR: FLYING RHINO.

In addition to their restaurant in the Maumee Holiday Inn, Saba’s Bistro has opened a second location inside the Toledo Yacht Club, at 3900 Summit St. Open to the public, the new location offers dinner service from 5:30-8:30pm on Fridays and Saturdays. 419-283-4864.

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Senior Designer: Leah Foley (leah@adamsstreetpublishing.com)

Publisher/Editor in Chief

Collette Jacobs (cjacobs@toledocitypaper.com) RESTAURANT I WISH WAS STILL OPEN: THE GARDEN INN.

Co-publisher/ Chief Financial Officer

Mark I. Jacobs (mjacobs@toledocitypaper.com) BEST FIRST DATE RESTAURANT: IL PORTO AT PORTSIDE, THE FIRST DATE I HAD WITH MY WIFE! BEST KEPT SECRET RESTAURANT: CHUAN CAI FENG ON DORR NEAR BYRNE.

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FOOD TRUCK: ANY TACO TRUCK USA. RESTAURANT YOU WISH WAS STILL OPEN: FERRELL’S ICE CREAM PARLOUR OR RUBY TUESDAY. Designers: Anita Tipton (atipton@adamsstreetpublishing.com) SPOT FOR BREAKFAST: DINO’S FAMILY RESTAURANT. BEST LUNCH: POCO LOCO’S LUNCH BUFFET.

A Japanese maker of prototype parts for the automotive industry has opened their first North American plant in Toledo. The company, Topia, calls the new operation TPAM, Topia America. The plant is located in a former bakery building in the North-Cross Industrial Park off of Suder Avenue.

Kelli Miller (kmiller@adamsstreetpublishing.com) RESTAURANT YOU WISH WAS STILL OPEN: BASIN STREET GRILL. BEST FOOD TRUCK: TAQUERIA OTATES (THE TACO TRUCK ON EAST BROADWAY).

Norwin Lopez (nlopez@adamsstreetpublishing.com) SPOT FOR BREAKFAST: GREG’S GRILL. RESTAURANT YOU WANT TO TRY: DOMO.

Administration

Assignment Editor: Athena Cocoves

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BEST FIRST DATE RESTAURANT: KOREANA. WINGS: BANGKOK KITCHEN/.

Editorial Assistance Courtney Probert (cprobert@adamsstreetpublishing.com) PLACE TO CELEBRATE: DURTY BIRD. SPOT FOR BREAKFAST: GLASS CITY CAFE.

Accounting: Robin Armstrong (rarmstrong@toledocitypaper.com) MOST CREATIVE MENU: M’OSTERIA. FOOD TRUCK: 2ND CHANCE FOOD TRUCK.

ACTIVIST WATCH Thursday, 9.27

WEE Power Hour Luncheon: #HeForShe Stand up for gender equality through discussion with featured speaker Rebecca “Becky’ Ohm, United States Air Force officer. Learn about Women of Toledo’s new initiative, HerHub, an online showcase for professional opportunities for women in the workforce. $13. 11:30am-1pm. United Way of Greater Toledo, 424 Jackson St. 419-248-2424. womenoftoledo.org

Digital Media Manager Deanna Woods (digitalmedia@adamsstreetpublishing.com) BEST FOOD TRUCK: RUSTY’S ROAD TRIP. SPOT FOR BREAKFAST: RICK’S CITY DINER. Contributing Writers: Erin Marsh, Jon Ruggiero, Jeff McGinnis, Erin Holden, Jason Webber, Johnny Hildo, Christine Senack, and Rob Brezsny.

Advertising

Sales Manager John Renda (jrenda@adamsstreetpublishing.com) RESTAURANT YOU WISH WAS STILL OPEN: BETTY TIMKO’S. SPOT FOR BREAKFAST: SYLVANIA DINER.

Classifieds: Eddie Knight (eknight@adamsstreetpublishing.com) SPOT FOR BREAKFAST: MAYBERRY DINER. PLACE TO CELEBRATE: ZIA’S. Account Executives: Amy Ressler Rough

Saturday, 9.29

When We All Vote Day Party - College students and young professionals can join the Northwest Ohio Young Black Democrats and other community partners to gain information on the upcoming election. 5:30-7:30pm. Club Evolution, 519 N. Reynolds Rd. 419-725-6277. ohioybd.org Free

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BEST ‘SPLURGE’ RESTAURANT: THE CHOP HOUSE. MOST CREATIVE MENU: EARTH TO OVEN. Kathleen Dewar (kdewar@adamsstreetpublishing.com) BEST PLACE TO CELEBRATE: BENCHMARK. BREAKFAST: WAFFLE HOUSE. Suzanne Bell (sbell@adamsstreetpublishing.com) SPOT FOR BREAKFAST: MAYBERRY DINER. SPLURGE: BENCHMARK. Brittany Stahl (bstahl@adamsstreetpublishing.com) BEST FOOD TRUCK: NICK AND NINO’S. SPOT FOR BREAKFAST: SAM’S DINER.

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The Martin Luther King, Jr. Bridge will be closed until November 30 for the installation of a sewer pipe.

The Craig Memorial Bridge offers an alternative route from downtown to East Toledo.

Bowling Green gift shop Calico Sage & Thyme has opended Tea Thyme, a tea room within the shop. Proper teas are available by reservation at 11am and 2pm, Wednesday-Saturday. 115 Clay St., 419-352-5417. calicosageandthyme.com

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

Distribution Tracy D. Kimble (distribution@adamsstreetpublishing.com) BEST SPLURGE: CIAO. RESTAURANT YOU WISH WAS STILL OPEN: MOUNTAIN JACKS.

Calendar Editor Sarah Emily (calendar@adamsstreetpublishing.com) RESTAURANT YOU WISH WAS STILL OPEN: BADGER BRUNCH AT THE BLACK KITE. FARMERS MARKET VENDOR: ALL CRUMBS BAKERY.

Sales Coordinator Jenny Leach (sales@adamsstreetpublishing.com) RESTAURANT YOU WANT TO TRY: BENCHMARK. SPOT FOR BREAKFAST: STAR DINER.

US Army Veterans Natalie Colon and Latasha Jones have opened JDog Junk Removal & Hauling Toledo.

844-GET-JDOG. Jdogjunkremoval.com

Ready, Set, AIM Summit - Women in leadership meet with others to gain resources and connections in a competitive market and to stay inspired. 9am-3pm. The Summit, 23 N. Summit St. 419-241-1110. readysetaimsummit.com Free

Sunday, 9.30

Generation Waking Up Symposium Be a part of the generation that works towards a thriving and sustainable world by attending this interactive meeting discussing challenges and opportunities faced by the current generation. 1-5pm.

University of Toledo Student Union, Ingman Room, 2801 W. Bancroft St. generationwakingup.org Free

Monday, 10.1

Affirmative Action and Title IX Workshops Every day through Saturday, October 6, the American Association for Access, Equity and Diversity presents two-day trainings in the areas of equal opportunity and affirmative action law, developing an affirmative action program, complaint processing and counseling and resolution. An eight-hour Title IX Institute will be held Thursday, October 4. Admission prices vary, see online to register.

Workshops start 8am. BGSU Huntington Building, 1851 N. Research Dr., Bowling Green. 419-372-2531. bit.ly/2OBlmlq

September 26• October 9

Get involved. Democracy is not a spectator sport.

Wednesday, 10.3 8th Annual Zero-Waste Lunch

Join the Lourdes University community for a lunch that is completely compostable and environmentally friendly, from its preparation to its consumption. Also participate in the raffle and the zero-waste shopping challenge.

11:30am-1pm. Sylvania Franciscan Village, 6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania.

419-824-3515. lourdes.edu Free

Wednesday, 10.3

100 Women for Lucas County Children Breakfast Fundraiser - Come enjoy a breakfast meal in support of Lucas County Children Services, an agency that protects children from abuse and neglect. $30. 8-9:30am. The Toledo Club, 235 14th St., 419-297-4232. eventbrite.com.

Saturday, 10.6

Butterflies 15: Survivors to Thrivers Gala Help honor survivors of human trafficking and spread awareness at this Butterflies 15 event in support of their 9-12 month residential and recovery program. The gala will include guest speakers Teresa Fedor and Theresa Florez, live music, food, drinks, and a silent auction. $50.

7-11:30pm. Amtrak Toledo Station, 415 Emerald Ave. 419-480-7800. butterflies15.org

Monday, 10.8

Silent Witness Rally - This pop-up rally advocates spreading awareness of domestic violence and its victims. Break the silence and start talking about the facts. 11am-2pm.

Downtown Toledo. fathersrightmovement.us

Tuesday, 10.9

Voter Registration - Don’t forget to register to vote! Registration deadline is October 9 and you can register online, by mail, or in person at various locations. See online for a full list. sos.state.oh.us/elections Free

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Join ErieHack in a community conversation about Lake Erie, its problems and exploring solutions. Technologists, engineers, farmers and water experts from Toledo and Cleveland will collaborate to discuss innovative ways to solve challenges. The schedule includes networking, a roundtable and brainstorming, then a panel discussion and Q&A session. 5:30-7pm Thursday, October 4. Launchpad Incubation at University of Toledo, 1510 N. Westwood Ave. 419-530-3520. utoledo.edu/incubator Free

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Old traditions

Celebrate Native American Culture at Perrysburg’s Woodland Indian Harvest Festival. Learn the history of early area settlers and the Indians of the North East and Great Lakes regions. Enjoy a Woodland Indian Village, arts, crafts, dancing, food, games, music and a wildlife tent with American birds of prey. Admission, $5/adult, $3/senior, $2/children 4 and under. Gates open 10am Saturday and Sunday, September 29 and 30.

27174 Hull Prairie Rd., Perrysburg.

419-250-0951.

For 25 years, the Susan G. Komen Northwest Ohio Race for the Cure has rallied the community to raise funds for breast cancer research and treatment. Run or walk in the 5K, stop by the Mercy Health Breast Cancer Survivor Tent, as well as in the kids zone at Fifth Third Field. $30/ adult, $25/survivor, $20/youth. 9:30am-12:30pm.

Sunday, September 30. Downtown Toledo, corner of Summit and Monroe St. 419-724-2873. info-komen.org ––CP

Thursday talk

St. Paul’s Lutheran Church’s monthly First Thursday Lunch lecture series begins on Thursday, October 4 with a talk entitled ‘Feminine Perspective on FLOC & Migrant Farm Workers’ from Irma Velasquez of the Farm Labor Organizing Committee (FLOC).

As the Administrative Assistant to FLOC’s president, her brother Baldemar Velasquez, and the daughter of migrant farm workers, Irma’s work involves every aspect of FLOC’s important efforts. The First Thursday series involves a soup and salad lunch at noon, followed by a presentation and Q&A. Register in advance by contacting FirstThursdayToledo@gmail.com. $15.

St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 428 N. Erie St., 419-344-1295. lormanj@gmail.com —AC

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CITY POLITICS

LETTER TO THE EDITOR

Out of the Shadows Board of Elections thrust into the spotlight

By Johnny Hildo

Normally only under scrutiny when they lose a voting card on Election Day or find a box of ballots afterward. Like weeks later. Certifying candidates and issues to the ballot is usually a rubber stamp as long as they’ve submitted petitions with sufficient signatures. Until now. So who are these animals?

First there’s the full time staff of bean counters and pencil pushers including Director Lavera Scott and Assistant Director, former council member, Theresa Gabriel. The staff is composed of equal parts Ds and Rs, making it bipartisan rather than nonpartisan. The Director and Assistant Director are required to be appointed by opposite parties. Scott is a D. Gabriel was appointed by the Rs. Then there’s the actual Board, composed of four individuals, two appointed by each of the major partie. The staff makes findings regarding election type issues and presents them to the Board.

The Board makes the final decisions. As a County level board, the BOE’s legal counsel is supplied by the County Prosecutor’s office. The Board is subject to directives from the Secretary of State (Ohio’s Chief Elections Officer), and the Board’s decisions are appealable to the Lucas County Common Pleas Court.

The Chair of the Board must be from the opposite party of the Director. The current Board Chair is Republican Bruce Saferin.

Accordingly, Director Scott is a D. The rest of the Board includes Josh Hughes, a D, Republican David Karmol and Dem Brenda Hill.

More reasons to clean up Lake Erie

BOARD OF ELECTIONS

Seems the Board’s legal counsel had big problems with the two initiatives. Reasons were provided including, “Improvident wording.” “Wouldn’t be prudent.” “Or legal.” All of which lead to the Board refusing to certify the questions to the ballot. And that’s that. Except for the appeals to the Courts. And the hootin’ and hollerin’. Unelected bureaucrats arbitrarily throwing citizen initiatives off the ballot? Well, not exactly. Unelected, yes, but they are just following the structure and, after all, that is the BOE’s role, to certify issues to the ballot. Or not. Sure, they very rarely exercise discretion in this role. But it doesn’t mean they can’t. Arbitrary? They followed the advice of their lawyer.

Whether the BOE’s actions or the lawyer’s advice was arbitrary will be determined in court.

And now the moral of the story? Being on the board of elections is one heckuva gig.

Many thanks to the Museum, Toledo Community Foundation and all who brought “Toxic Puzzle” to town— further proof that we must clean up Lake Erie.

Following the screening, Paul Cox, the bioethicist whose activities were featured in the film, and who attended the screening, called for a local effort to determine a solution to the algae issue which he dubbed “The Toledo Solution”. Nobody would like to see that more than Advocates for a Clean Lake Erie, but one thing we have learned in three years of hard work is this: Lake Erie’s fate will be determined by a hard-fought political battle. No amount of hoping all parties will “check their agendas at the door” and arrive at a mutually happy solution will change that.

Money and agribusiness interests control the legislature. National farm policy written by lobbyists insures massive subsidies to factory farms, not healthy, sustainable alternatives. The Farm Bureau works tirelessly to equate Farmer Brown with operators of industrial facilities that generate more feces, urine and antibiotic-resistant bacteria in our watershed than the cities of Chicago and Los Angeles combined – and then dump it, untreated, on fields draining into our lake.

That's why we endorse the Lake Erie Bill of Rights and call our public presentation "The Third Battle for Lake Erie." Check it out at advocatesforacleanlakeerie.org.

Mike Ferner, coordinator ACLE

Take a seat

The Board meets once or twice a month, for which they are paid thousands of dollars annually, plus full health care benefits.

Most of the Board’s work is mundane and unremarkable. Candidates’ committees circulate petitions and collect signatures.

Staff verifies which signatures belong to valid, registered voters and count those up, then report the count to the Board. The Board meets, and if the candidate submitted enough valid signatures, they are (typically) certified to the ballot. The same basic process is followed to put issue referendums on the ballot. Collect sigs, submit to staff, staff verifies and counts and reports to the Board. Enough valid sigs? Board rubber stamps certification to ballot.

Enter two issue referendums on this year’s ballot

One issue would have forced any County Jail that was to be built in Toledo, to be built downtown. The other issue was the Lake Erie Bill of Rights, a citizen led effort to make some rules about just what ends up in our Great Lake. Petitions circulated?

Check. Signatures gathered? Check. Submitted, verified, counted, sent to the Board as sufficient in number? Check.

Rubber stamp certification to ballot?

Whoopsy daisey, not so fast.

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Zach Lahey, Eamon King, Kali Marsh Finn, Sarah Skow, Jeni Belt, Amanda Lyons, Mechelle Zarou and Liz Wargo at Handmade Toledo.

Zach Lahey, Jason Finn and Jeni Belt at the second annual Finn Fest.

Finn Fest

Fundraising event to benefit the Great Lakes Spinal Cord Injury Fund

By Erin Marsh Join Jason Finn and friends for a night of food, drinks, live music, and loads of fun at the third annual Finn Fest! Proceeds will be donated to Help Hope Live in honor of Jason to assist with medical and rehabilitation expenses.

Finn has been confined to a wheelchair since his spinal cord injury almost three years ago, which left him paralyzed from the chest down. He and his partner had been vacationing in Puerto Rico to celebrate his 47th birthday when a boogie board accident knocked him unconscious and injured his spine at the C5 vertebrae.

Jason has limited movement of one arm but no fine motor control. Finn explains that he detests “being a burden to everyone,” so he strives to remain as independent as possible. He wishes for additional mobility--even something

as simple as controlling his fingers on one hand--to improve his functionality and reduce his need for help, but in the meantime, he requires 24/7 care.

Need for support

Jason’s sister-in-law, Kali Finn, explains that Medicaid only covers the cost of a daytime nurse. All other care expenses are Jason’s personal financial burden, and Finn Fest raises funds for the financial support he needs to function on a day-to-day basis.

Finn Fest will be an evening of live music— Jason Quick and Minglewood

Labor Camp will perform — grazing, drinking (cash bar), and perusing silent auction items. Ever-popular Finn Fest tshirts will also be available for purchase.

Can’t attend, but would like to help?

Visit HelpHopeLive.org/campaign/10658 to make a tax-deductible donation. For more information, please contact Sarah Skow, sks720@hotmail.com or Mechelle Zarou, mechzarou@gmail.com.

Finn Fest: To benefit the Great Lakes Spinal Cord Injury Fund. Thursday, Sept. 27, 6-10 p.m., Handmade Toledo, 1717 Adams St.. $40/person (if purchased by 9/24); $50/person after 9/24.

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Let us know about your office or retail space so we can feature your ‘new digs.’ Contact editor@adamsstreetpublishing.com

SPENGLER NATHANSON Spengler Nathanson P.L.L., a full service law firm, was founded in 1947, maintaining offices in downtown Toledo over the last 70 years. The firm recently moved into its new home at 900 Adams Street, excited to contribute to the current insurgence of growth, development, and preservation in downtown Toledo.

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3309 N. Holland-Sylvania Rd. 419-214-1330. facebook.com/419tacos This Mexican restaurant opened its doors in April, and despite its short tenure in the culinary scene, has stolen the community’s hungry hearts. Tacos, burritos, tortas, and other favorite Mexican dishes make up the menu, all at affordable prices. You’ll fill up easily for less than $10 here.

Runner Up: Zingo’s Mediterranian

Best Restaurant: Overall Mancy’s Steakhouse

953 Phillips Ave. 419-476-4154. mancys.com Since 1921, Mancy’s has been serving up expertly prepared steaks, earning accolades as one of the top steakhouses in the nation. Aged, hand-cut and seared at 1500degrees, their steaks are mouthwatering, and prepared using the same techniques passed from generation to generation.

Runner up:

Rosie’s Italian Grille 8

2500 W. Sylvania Ave., 419-472-0700.

2072 Woodville Rd., 419-693-6695. elcaminorealtoledo.com Everyone loves a good sunny day, so why not dine outside? Care for some sunshine, a nice breeze, a margarita and a menu featuring authentic Mexican offerings like enchiladas, chimichangas, and fajitas? Join our readers who love to lounge on El Camino Real’s beautiful and expansive Mexicaninspired patio.

Runner up:

Rosie’s Italian Grille

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Best Restaurant: Inexpensive (under $10)

El Camino Real

Real Seafood Company Toledo

22 Main St. 419-697-4400. realseafoodcotoledo.com A staple at The Docks, Real Seafood continues to astound patrons with fresh, quality seafood. If the restaurant was any closer to the Maumee, it would be floating. Check out the outdoor patio at sunset, you won’t be disappointed!

Runner up: Webber’s

Waterfront Restaurant

Best Splurge Restaurant Final Cut Steak & Seafood

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The Heights

1968 Miami St. 419-661-5200. hollywoodcasinotoledo.com/dining/ final-cut-steakhouse

444 N. Summit St. 419-243-7565. theheightstoledo.com

With hand-selected USDA prime beef, fresh seafood and a 200-bottle wine list, it’s easy to indulge at this fine dining establishment. Choose from delectable steak options, like their 45-day dry aged porterhouse, along with treats from the sea such as king crab legs, lobster, crab, scallops or grilled shrimp. When everything tastes so good, price doesn’t really matter.

On the rooftop of the Downtown Toledo Renaissance Hotel is The Heights. Readers agree that the view here is breathtaking, with an open concept space, large floorto-ceiling windows, and sliding walls, you can see the heart of Toledo and look beyond for miles.

Runner up:

Real Seafood Company Toledo

Runner up:

The Chop House - Toledo

Best Hidden Gem

Brewpub

Local Thyme Restaurant and Bar

6719 Providence St., Whitehouse.

567-246-5014. localthyme.pub This hip, low-key gastropub offers weekly drink and dinner specials, trivia on Thursdays, and live music every Friday and Saturday. There’s something for everyone, as the extensive menu offers many options with appetizers, salads, wings, sandwiches, burgers, pizza, pastas, and, a customer favorite, chicken chunks.

Runner up: Guac Shop

Best Waterfront Dining

The Oliver House / Maumee Bay Brewing Co

27 Broadway St. 419-243-1302. mbaybrew.com One of Toledo’s oldest buildings, the historical Oliver House is home to multiple businesses, including the Maumee Bay Brew Pub, where craft beer enthusiasts enjoy local brews.

All the beer is made on site, and served in the Pub, The Cafe, Rockwell’s Steakhouse, and Mutz Sports.

Runner up:

Earnest Brew Works September 26• October 9

Fast-Casual Eatery

Balance Pan-Asian Grille Multiple locations. balancegrille.com

For hungry diners in search of vibrant flavors, fresh fixings, nourishing combinations, signature sauces and a harmonious fusion of diverse Pan-Asian cuisines, Balance delivers quickly and efficiently.

Regulars revel in the ease of their popular take-out business, often ordering pick-up with their user-friendly smartphone app.

Runner up: Sidon

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1809 Adams St., 419-214-1655. carlospocoloco.com

6130 Levis Commons Blvd., 419-873-6590. benchmark-restaurant.com

Benchmark burst onto the scene at the end of 2017, but it took owner Chef Jeff Dinnebeil a year of planning and a lifetime of creating his reputation to make it happen. When he was ready to open Benchmark, Dinnebeil barely had to hire— his staff came to him excited to work at his new American steakhouse.

The menu, interior, quality of food and service reflects the entire restaurant’s love for simply fine dining.

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Restaurant You Wish Was Still Open

Deliver Toledo delivertoledo.com

Revolution Grille

Those who are too busy, or for a better word, lazy, (it’s okay, it happens to all of us) to go out and pick up food will find comfort with Deliver Toledo. The downloadable smartphone app tracks your location and provides a list of restaurants available for food delivery. It only takes a few seconds and it’s right at your fingertips. No wonder it’s a City Paper reader favorite.

Considering his culinary commitment to cool, creative and clean dishes, with comforting, but complex flavors, it’s no surprise locals miss Chef Robert Campbell’s Revolution Grille. Fortunately, you can now find the lauded Toledo chef’s well-recognized, playful and unique cooking style, and love of local, fresh and sustainable foods, at Monroe’s Dolce Vita.

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Runner up: Dégagé Jazz Café

Eat At Oasis Pizza & Grill

Mom & Pop Restaurant

Restaurant To Take A Foodie to

Schmucker’s Restaurant 2103 N. Reynolds Rd., 419-535-9116. schmuckersrestaurant.com

Registry Bistro 144 N. Superior St. 419-725-0444. registrybistro.com

Ever since 1948, Schmucker’s has been serving up real-deal home cooking at an affordable price.

Food lovers will die for homestyle dinners just like grandma used to make like roast beef and swiss steak, or try their diner classics with a variety of burgers and sandwiches. For a sweet ending, sample their famous freshly baked pies.

Situated right in the heart of downtown, this eclectic eatery serves up Chef Erika Rapp’s creative and flavorful dishes that any foodie will appreciate. The focused menu allows each dish to be handcrafted in an elegant style. Pair your meal with a glass of wine, craft beer or signature cocktail.

Runner up:

Rasa Restaurant And Bar

2633 W. Bancroft St., 419-725-0525. rasarestaurantandbar.com

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Anchoring the Adams Street corridor in Toledo’s UpTown, and surrounded by hip bars, shops and music venues, Poco Loco boasts a trendy environment great for showing your cool, creative side to your crush. Sip mojitos and margaritas, nosh on authentic Cuban fare, or order from the Cocina de Carlos menu, and find the right spice level to begin, or end, the night.

You’ve likely seen Rasa’s gorgeous platings on Instagram— each menu item is a work of art all its own— so Toledoans will be happy to know that the taste of the dishes match the pictures. Always unique and consistently creative, this forward-thinking, eco-friendly and chic eatery knows how to strike the perfect balance of pushing the limits and serving what patrons crave. You owe it to yourself to give it a try.

Runner up:

Kengo Sushi & Yakitori

Place For A Pre-Show Dinner Georgio’s Cafe International

426 N. Superior St., 419-242-2424. georgiostoledo.com Settle into an elegant, dimly-lit atmosphere to savor a classic, fine dining lunch or dinner before or after a show. Adjacent to the Valentine, theater-goers cherish Georgio’s old-school, timeless sophistication.

Menu: Late Night Eats Home Slice Pizza

28 S. St. Clair St., 419-724-7437. homeslice419.com In the heart of downtown near all the action sits this favored Warehouse District pizzeria. Open until 11pm Sunday through Wednesday, until 1am on Thursday, and until 2am Friday and Saturday, it’s obvious why TCP readers love to grab a late night slice of their “New York” style, thin crust options. The best part? A full bar upstairs keeps the party going.

Runner up: Doc Watson’s

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Cousino’s Steakhouse

Happy Hour Mon-Fri 4pm-9pm

1842 Woodville Rd., Oregon.

419-693-0862. cousinossteakhouse.com

Everyone is welcome with out prejudice

Since 1945, Cousino’s Steakhouse has been making friends in Oregon. Their classic take on the American Steakhouse comes easily from all their years of experience. Famous for their house special sirloin dinner and Sunday Brunch buffet, Cousino’s is a versatile restaurant, with a variety and vibe to please the whole family.

Runner up:

The Original Tony Packo’s

1205 Adams St. Toledo, Ohio | 419-842-4477

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34 S. Huron St., 419-241-6728. grumpys.net

1968 Miami St. 419-661-5200. hollywoodcasinotoledo.com/dining/ final-cut-steakhouse

Grumpy’s

This family-owned restaurant, famous for its Garbage Salads and sandwiches, has something for everyone. Whether it’s soup, wraps, or burgers, Grumpy’s is a homey-yet-professional place to gather for a casual, relationship-building lunch meeting.

Final Cut Steak & Seafood at Hollywood Casino

Runner up: The Adams

Like to celebrate by dressing up, going out to a fancy restaurant and raising a toast with glasses of win? Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion, a milestone, or your wins from the connected Hollywood Casino, Final Cut Steakhouse is your perfect choice.

Their extensive wine list will please a discerning oenophile’s palate

Runner up: Georgio’s Cafe

Street Cafe

Place For Chinese Takeout QQ Kitchen

3324 Secor Rd., 419-720-8703. qqkitchen.com QQ has such a cult following that they don’t even bother with weekend hours— their bustling Monday-Friday lunch and dinner service keeps them busy enough. Order ahead and pick up everything from typical Chinese takeout favorites with your choice of protein (including some of the best tofu in town), or opt for more traditional fare, like black bean noodles.

International

Place To Hear Live Music During A Meal The Village Idiot

309 Conant St., 419-893-7281. villageidiotmaumee.com Maintaining the music scene in the Toledo area for local and national artists, this pizzeria provides live music acts every night of the week. Enjoy craft beers from the bar along with a top-notch pizza in a cozy, friendly environment.

Runner up: Ye Olde Durty Bird

Runner up: Yum Yum Chinese Restaurant

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Place To Impress The Heights

444 N. Summit St. 419-243-7565. theheightstoledo.com The elegant space sits at the very top of Downtown’s Renaissance Hotel and offers incomparable views that are enough to impress anyone you bring along. The rooftop bar’s open concept is ideal for mingling and meeting new people you want to impress. It’s also not uncommon for local celebrities to make an appearance here, so it’s best to show up in your nicest outfit to make the right impression.

Runner up: Element 112 Restaurant

Place To Not Be Seen Rocky’s Bar

4020 Secor Rd., 419-472-1996.

See them on Facebook @rockysrules Have you ever had a day where the idea of running into an acquaintance sounds horrifying? On lessthan-social days like those, where you don’t want to be seen, TCP readers choose Rocky’s. So, next time you need a break, find solace in this dive bar’s calm environment and cool vibe. Either drink alone or strike up casual conversation with a stranger. Your choice. We aren’t telling, and nobody’s watching.

Runner up: Dorr Street Cafe

Place To Be Seen Mancy’s Steakhouse

953 Phillips Ave., 419-476-4154. mancys.com Imagine yourself surrounded by carved wood, stained glass and brass, leisurely enjoying a worldclass steak and a handcrafted cocktail. As your throw your head back in laughter— likely after charming your dinner companions with a witty joke— an old friend (or, better yet, an old rival) walks by and sees you seated in this picture of elegance.

For simply delicious moments like these, paired with truly delightful meals, Toledoans have chosen Mancy’s since the restaurant first opened in 1921.

Runner up:

Ventura’s Mexican Restaurant

Restaurant: Bowling Green

Restaurant: Downtown Toledo

130 E. Wooster St., Bowling Green.

419-352-0533. reverendsbarandgrill.com For a heavenly experience, go down to Bowling Green for truly divine burgers and sandwiches paired with garlic fries, soups and salads all at prices that even college students can afford. Pick from an assortment of microbrews, specialty beers or scratch-made cocktails, like margaritas, sangrias or the tantalizing blueberry mojito.

Mancy’s Bluewater Grille

300 N. Summit St., Suite 140.

888-456-3463. toledochophouse.com

461 W. Dussel Dr., Maumee.

419-724-2583. mancys.com

Downtown is home to many great restaurants, but the one that takes the cake, according to City Paper readers, is The Chop House. With tender cuts of USDA Prime beef, made from scratch desserts and a bar full of premium liquors, this is the place to be when dining out downtown.

Cast your net into the Maumee area and you’ll find fresh seafood and a chic atmosphere at this premium seafood restaurant: Mancy’s Bluewater Grill. Perched next to Dussel Drive, the Mancy family’s spot for ‘seafoodies’ is a sure catch with elegant ambiance, craft cocktails and creative recipes.

Runner up:

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Reverend’s Bar & Grill

Restaurant: Maumee

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391 N. Telegraph Rd., Monroe.

734-241-6100. monroedolcevita.com

About 20 minutes north of the Ohio-Michigan border in Monroe sits this contemporary eatery serving Italian-American cuisine and sushi. Maybe it seems like an odd pair, but the combination succeeds with decadent flavors, leaving customers satisfied and excited to come back for more.

Runner up:

Angelo’s Northwood Villa

Element 112 Restaurant 5735 N. Main St., 419-517-1104. element112restaurant.com

This unique and upscale Sylvania restaurant shines in the suburb’s cozy downtown. Foodies with insatiable appetites cannot pass up the daily menu, which uses prized, seasonal ingredients, while connoisseurs savor the chef’s tasting menu experience, created by the celebrated chef, Chris Nixon.

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Restaurant Worth A Drive

Mon Ami Restaurant

3845 E. Wine Cellar Rd., Port Clinton. 419-797-4445. monamiwinery.com An hour drive seems like around the corner as Mon Ami offers more than just exquisite food and drinks. Beneath the restaurant is a wine cellar, the oldest in the Lake Erie Islands region, housing their award winning selections. Live entertainment takes over the chalet on Fridays and Saturdays while customers can relax in their warm, cozy dining room with a seafood buffet on Saturdays and brunch on Sundays.

Spot For Brunch

Spot For Breakfast

Manhattan’s Pub ‘n Cheer 1516 Adams St. 419-243-6675. manhattanstoledo.com

Mayberry Diner

Various locations. mayberrydiners.com Open specifically for breakfast and lunch, the small diner’s commitment to serving the best breakfast in town never fails. Their extensive menu stretches from simple meals like eggs and hashbrowns to hearty omelettes and griddle favorites.

Runner up: Star Diners

Runner up:

Champions Bar & Grille at Brandywine Country Club

Spot For Lunch

Original Sub Shop & Deli

402 Broadway St. 419-243-4857. originalsub.com

Runner up:

Evans Street Station

If you’re all about buying local and eating fresh, follow City Paper voters to this place. If it’s not homemade in house, it’s produced and delivered by local businesses (All Crumbs Bakery provides the bread). Sauces and soups are made from scratch and cheeses, jams and seasonal veggies are all locallysourced.

Restaurant: Perrysburg Benchmark

6130 Levis Commons Blvd.

419-873-6590. benchmark-restaurant.com

Runner up: Greg’s Grill

Chef Jeff Dinnebeil is known for serving up artistic meals packed with flavor. The menu adopts a creative take on traditional steak and seafood restaurant cuisine by putting a modern twist on American dishes guaranteed to satisfy your taste buds.

Most Creative Menu

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Registry Bistro

144 N Superior St., 419-725-0444. registrybistro.com Registry Bistro didn’t invent outré dining in Toledo, but they’ve certainly refined it. Experimenting with a whole host of flavors and culinary flourishes, Chef/Co-owner

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Erika Rapp has made innovative eating extremely palatable with seasonal menus that beckon diners to dine adventurously.

Runner up:

Element 112 Restaurant

Pub Fare

Shawn’s Irish Tavern Various locations. shawnsirishtavern.com

Since opening in 1968, this locally-owned pub has continued to be a crowd pleaser with several locations in the area. Customers can’t get enough of Shawn’s hearty helpings, from pizza and ciabattas to fresh salads and sandwiches. Whether dining in or taking home, the fare is tantalizing and sure to satisfy your hunger cravings.

Runner up: Swig Restaurant

Best Use Of Local Ingredients

Element 112 Restaurant 5735 N. Main St., Sylvania.

419-517-1104. element112restaurant.com

Element 112’s ever-evolving menu is so good because it’s so simple.

Chef Nixon picks ingredient-focused options sourced from local farms then coaxes the tastes to shine in incredible ways.

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Rooftop Bar/ Restaurant

444 N. Summit St. 419-243-7565. theheightstoledo.com

Offering hand-crafted cocktails, award-winning wines, and craft beers, it’s no surprise readers love to come here for a drink. The bar also has wood-burning ovens that cook small plates, fresh pizzas and appetizers, perfect for sharing with a group. The 360-degree skyline views are a bonus.

Runner up:

Fleetwood’s Tap Room

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Best Bartender

Barb Best, Georgjz419 Fun Food & Spirits

1205 Adams St., 419-842-4477. facebook.com/GeorgjzToledo When Barb turned 21, she started bartending at the historic Bretz Nightclub. After the LGBT hotspot closed at the end of 2017, Barb moved over to UpTown’s new favorite inclusive, friendly spot, Georgjz419 Fun Food & Spirits. We are almost afraid to ask if “Best” is her real last name, but either way, the friendly, hard working, and welcoming Barb has sure earned it.

Best Overall Staff

Mancy’s Restaurant Group mancys.com

The Mancy family opened their first restaurant in 1921, opened their seventh restuarant in 2017, with plans to open an eighth restaurant in 2019. How do they do it? Dedication, following tradition, and excellent service. Whether you’re looking for steak, Italian fare, seafood, or classic American cuisine, you can depend on Mancy’s commitment to consistently high-standards along with their helpful, friendly and knowledgeable staff. It’s a Toledo tradition.

Runner up: Danielle Butler, Cheer’s Sports Eatery

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Best Catering

Farmers Market Vendor

Michael’s Gourmet Catering, Inc

101 Main St., 419-698-2988. michaelsoftoledo.com For a full-service caterer that provides everything from linens to waitstaff to decorations, along with savory entreées and gorgeous cakes, Michael’s is the first choice for TCP readers. And why wouldn’t they be?

With a rentable venue and catering options for gatherings of any size, this family-owned catering company ensures that hosts will be completely hands-off during their party.

Kengo Sushi & Yakitori

Busia’s Pierogi Shack

facebook.com/busiaspierogishack Local and handmade is where it’s at for this fan favorite vendor. Stuff yourself with delicious filled pierogies and/ or buy them to prepare at home. Busia’s sells them frozen to take with you.

The Shack recently announced they will start offering homemade soups as well in October.

Runner up:

Holey Toledough Handcrafted Doughnuts

Runner up: Shorty’s BBQ

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Local Spirits

Foodology

2059 W. Laskey Rd., 567-970-7100. foodolgytoledo.com

Toledo Spirits Company 1301 N. Summit St., 419-243-7445. toledospirits.com

Every well-stocked bar in the area should boast a few bottles from Toledo Spirits Company, and for good reason— the small-batch craft distillery fills the Glass City with warming whiskeys, surprisingly mellow moonshines, original orange liqueur, silky strawberry vodka, and bold bitters perfect for clean, cool cocktails. Find bottles at their speakeasystyle downtown distillery, on the menu at most cocktail bars and restaurants, or at special events, where the team finds success with frequent creative collaborations.

Food Truck

Smashdawgz Food Truck facebook.com/smashdawgz

This truck dishes up one of America’s favorite foods— the hotdog— but made gourmet. Customers can choose from endless toppings of different cheeses, chorizo or ground beef chili, veggies, salsa, coleslaw and more to smother their all beef jumbo dog on their choice of a regular, sweet, brat, or bolillo bun.

Runner up: Rusty’s Road Trip

Local Food Supporter BCAN’s Four One Nosh bcanarts.com

Dive into the local culinary scene with Tim McMahon for his show Four One Nosh, which earned an Emmy nomination from the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences –Lower Great Lakes Chapter.

Focusing on the culinary arts by visiting area food joints, breaking down the dishes and introducing the individuals who make them, Tim offers viewers a behind-the-scenes access to the food we love to eat.

Runner up: Smashing Toledo

Pastry Chef/Baker

All Crumbs, Dan Muszynski facebook.com/AllCrumbsBakery

All Crumbs supplies fresh-baked bread, pastries, muffins and bagels to local farmers markets, restaurants and coffee shops. Muszynski’s small, independent bakery uses high-quality ingredients and carefully honed recipes to bake fan-favorite treats that consistently sell out quickly.

Runner up: Wixey’s Bakery www.toledocitypaper.com

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Restaurateur

Labib and Elias Hajjar

The Beirut, Byblos, Poco Piatti Toledoans love the Beirut Restaurant for its health-conscious, delicious Mediterranean meals, and it’s no surprise that the regional staple serves their fresh fare family-style— for owner Labib Hajjar, family is what the business is all about. Not only did Labib’s love for food and hospitality lead his success as a restauranteur, allowing him to open a second restaurant, Byblos, it inspired his son, Elias Hajjar, who has opened two locations for his fine dining tapas eatery, Poco Piatti, since 2002.

Looking to hone your knife skills?

Interested in learning about special ingredients and how to prepare them in a new recipes? City Paper readers will send you to Foodology, which offers classes for all age groups— just for kids, adult only, or familyfriendly. Learn how to prepare a mean burger, stuff a pierogi, or make fresh pasta from scratch. There’s plenty of new skills that you’ll gain at this instructive facility.

Coffee Roaster Actual Coffee

567-694-5075. actualcoffee.com Actual Coffee doesn’t have time to operate a cafe— they already supply beans to a number of local favorites, including The Flying Joe and DaCapo. Committed to sustainability and bold taste, this Toledobased roaster uses fresh beans to roast their specialty, high-quality blends that are rich in flavor. For true java enthusiasts, there’s only one choice for filling you cup: Actual Coffee.

Runner up: Maddie and Bella

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Bar: Bowling Green Reverend’s Bar & Grill

130 E. Wooster St., Bowling Green.

419-352-0533. reverendsbarandgrill.com A varied tap with a dozen styles of craft beer keeps enthusiasts satiated, but Reverend’s biggest draw is the sinful and heavenly assortment of cocktails. Find margaritas, martinis, sweet “bartinis,” whiskey cocktails, and other specialty drinks perfect for sipping, or gulping.

Runner up:

Doc’s Big City Saloon

Coffee Roasters

Bar: Downtown Toledo The Attic on Adams

1701 Adams St., 419-243-5350. theatticonadams.com This popular UpTown bar reflects what we love about Toledo— diversity. Everyone is welcome and everyone gets what they want, whether it’s relaxing with a craft brew and a laid-back crowd after work, navigating an excited crowd pounding cheap beers, or spending a late-night sipping creative cocktails.

Runner up: Georgjz419 Fun Food & Spirits

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HoChang “CJ” Jang and Prakash “PK” Karamchandani, Balance Grille

Restaurant Supplier Sofo Foods

1-800-969-0320. sofofoods.com Since the 1940’s, the Sofo family has delivered Italian foods to individual customers as well as restaurants. The company has since evolved to become the largest ethnic food distributor in the Midwest. In addition to the headquarters in Toledo, they now have three distribution centers in New Albany, Indiana, Suwanee, Georgia and Houston, Texas. Sofo’s food now reaches restaurants and pizzerias in 22 states.

Runner up: Al Peake & Son’s & Daughter Foodservice

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Bar: East Of The River Frankie’s Inner City

308 Main St. 419-698-4020. innovationconcerts.com Frankie’s, a staple of Toledo’s music scene, is a small and intimate space which hosts local and national musical acts— a perfect spot to enjoy live tunes while sipping a beer at the bar or on the patio.

Even on nights without a show, local crowds gather here for good times and conversation.

Runner up: Luckie’s Barn & Grill

Bar: Lower Michigan Forest View Lanes

2345 W. Dean Rd., Temperance, MI. 734-847-4915. forestviewlanes.com

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Let’s Celebrate!

It’s more than a bar— it’s a bowling alley! Who said drinking and bowling don’t mix? No one. It’s great fun and well, maybe a little risky, but only for your score. What’s not risky is taking advantage of their late night drink specials.

Runner up: Nick & Nino’s Coal Fired Grill

Bar: Maumee

Village Idiot Maumee 309 Conant St. Maumee, 419-893-7281. villageidiotmaumee.com

The Village Idiot is a great, multifaceted bar that serves amazing pizza and a hub for local and traveling bands to showcase their talents. Plus, it is a de facto museum of randomness, from its menagerie of strange images on the walls to its mixed bag of drinkers and regulars. But don’t take our word for it, find out for yourself.

Runner up: Dale’s Bar & Grill

Bar: Perrysburg Swig

219 Louisiana Ave. Perrysburg, 419-873-6224. swigrestaurant.com The ability to absolutely gorge on great food while tossing back big glasses of booze is like a direct link to our Viking ancestors. Even if you don’t have Scandinavian lineage, that shouldn’t stop you from conquering this watering hole with your buddies in tow.

Runner up: Stella’s Restaurant

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Bar: Sylvania Sodbuster Bar

5758 Main St. #6, 419-517-1045. sodbusterbar.com In recent years, downtown Sylvania has become more sophisticated, with a bustling arts district, fine dining restaurants, chic shops, and more. Yet, City Paper readers still look to Sodbuster’s for a low-key, casual time. Find live music, sipworthy booze, plenty of beer, and a lively crowd of like-minded folk every night of the week.

Runner up: Inside the Five Brewing Company

Sports Bar

Shawn’s Irish Tavern Multiple locations.

Shawnsirishtavern.com

Casual, comfortable and loved by Toledo, Shawn’s knows what customers want and has provided it since 1968. Find good times, great food, strong drinks and everything else you might expect from an Irish pub as you watch a game on one of the many big screen TVs.

Runner up:

Cheer’s Sports Eatery

Dive Bar

Rocky’s Bar

4020 Secor Rd., 419-472-1996. facebook.com/rockysrules For live music, cheap beer, and curious characters, dive into Rocky’s. No frills, no fluff, just cold brews, generously poured shots and friendly locals await you at this hole-in-the-wall dive with excellent food options.

Runner up:

Triple Crown Lounge

Wine List

Mancy’s Italian Grill

5453 Monroe St., 419-882-9229. mancys.com The addition of the Bottle Shop just compounds what we already know: the Mancy’s restaurants are as adept at wine as they are at food.

With fantastic selections of some less common vintners that pair beautifully with their food offerings, City Paper readers say that Mancy’s bottle options are second to none.

Runner up:

Basil Pizza + Wine bar

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Happy Hour

Registry Bistro

Best Bar Overall

144 N. Superior St., 419-725-0444. registrybistro.com

Barr’s Public House 3355 Briarfield Blvd., Maumee. 419-866-8466. barrspublichouse.com

With the same measured contemplation that goes into their artful and diverse food menu, Barr’s Public House artfully crafts splendid cocktails.

Bartenders are the new chefs and nowhere is that more evident than this Maumee-based gastropub and bar.

Runner up:

The Attic on Adams

Locally-Brewed Beer Maumee Bay Brewing Co.

27 Broadway St., 419-243-1302. mbaybrew.com Can you even drink beer in Toledo without sipping on some M Bay brews? Maybe, but why would you?

Since 1995, the Maumee Bay Brewing Co. has crafted some seriously balanced beer, from serious stouts to light lagers and plenty of limited edition releases, the Toledo icon always has something on tap worth pouring over.

When the names are as impressive as their ingredients, you know you’re in for a masterful, unique craft cocktail. Pour over the artful menu to select a strong drink that matches your mood, then allow the bartender to mix you a cocktail that tastes as good as it looks, and sounds.

Runner up: Barr’s Public House

Hangover Cure Star Diners

Multiple locations. stardiner.org The only real way to soothe a stomach unsettled by excessive alcohol consumption is to fill it with something equally indulgent— like a four egg omelette, a giant waffle or French toast made with “BIG” pieces of challah bread. Fortunately, Star Diner is here to serve Toledoans generous portions at small prices.

Runner up: Nick & Jimmy’s

Ventura’s Mexican Restaurant

7742 W. Bancroft St., 419-841-7523.

Venturasmexicanrestaurant.com Ventura’s is a neighborhood favorite for their tangy margaritas and great atmosphere, but it’s the happy hour specials that bring in the biggest crowds. Their famous margarita Tuesdays, from 11am-9pm, offer great discounts, and daily cocktail specials from 11am-6pm keep everyone satisfied. New this year, sink your teeth into half-off select appetizers— which rotate weekly— from 3-6pm Monday-Thursday.

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Place To Buy Local Beer

Walt Churchill’s Market 26625 Dixie Hwy., Perrysburg.

419-872-6900.

3320 Briarfield Blvd., Maumee.

419-794-4000. waltchurchillsmarket.com

The decision on what beer to get isn’t complicated at Walt Churchill’s Market. With select beer sampling, customers can get a taste before they buy it to take home.

Runner up:

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Place To Drink Local Beer

Rosie’s Italian Grill

Bloody Mary

606 N. McCord Rd. 419-866-5007. rosiesitaliangrille.com

Ye Olde Durty Bird

2 S. St. Clair St. 419-243-2473. yeoldedurtybird.com The Bird’s bloody mary is a meal in itself. Made with fresh horseradish and a house-made filthy dirty juice (a concoction of pickle, pepper and olive juices), this bloody mary has a life of its own. Served with pickle spears and celery in a seasoned salt-rimmed pint glass, the presentation previews the delicious taste, accompanied by snacks such as cheeses and peppers.

27 Broadway St., 419-243-1302. mbaybrew.com The classic Glass City brewery, Maumee Bay Brewing Co. offers everything you need to fill your glass, or growler, from cult-favorites like Buckeye Beer, Glass Hopper IPA, Glass City Pale Ale, or newer releases, like High Level Lager, Cherry Vanilla Porter, and Suchy’s Revenge. Each of their 47 styles offers great taste, Toledo history, and a fan following. Head to the Oliver House to sip M Bay brews in one of six venues.

Runner up: Mancy’s Italian Grill

Runner up:

Bubble Tea

Margarita

Various locations. 419-243-2222. balancegrille.com

Manhattan’s Pub & Cheer

Maumee Bay Brew Pub

This romantic, Tuscan themed restaurant is known for serving up authentic Italian cuisine since 1982, and in recent years, they have gained a following dedicated to their swanky bar. Enjoy a large selection of strong, tasty martinis keep select patrons in the bar upfront, enjoying live music and delicious starters.

Ventura’s Mexican Restaurant

7742 W. Bancroft St., 419-841-7523. venturasmexicanrestaurant.com Ventura’s margaritas are known for being classic bar drinks— No frills, no fluff. They keep it simple and delicious with a classic, consistent margarita cocktail that is strong enough to get the job done.

Runner up: El Camino Real

Balance Pan-Asian Grille

Sip on something special with a fresh and flavorful bubble tea from Balance. These unique beverages are served cold as either fruit or organic milk teas, with almond milk also available, and brewed with uncommon and surprising flavors, like honeydew, matcha, passion fruit, jasmine, taro, red bean and more.

Runner up:

Infinite Zen Coffee & Noshery

Juice Bar All Juice

3115 Sylvania Ave. 419-360-3904. alljuicedelivery.com Being healthy should be simple, affordable and taste great. This is All Juice’s belief and they make it come true with their nutrientdense, cold-pressed juices. Each 16 oz bottle contains 2-4 pounds of fruits and veggies, helping to strengthen the immune system, improve digestion, increase energy and boost overall health, among other benefits.

Runner up: Fowl and Fodder

Runner up: The Casual

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419-704-1030. koralhamburg.com

4034 Monroe St., 419-214-1640.

Also inside Ottawa Tavern: 1815 Adams St., 419-725-2531. pizzacat.com

Koral Hamburg Food Truck

From a brick and mortar diner to a moving concession stand, Koral Hamburg has branched out from their former Maumee and Waterville locations to provide everyone in the Toledo area with quality burgers by making stops all over town. While all their burgers are handmade from fresh ground chuck and sizzled to perfection, the extraordinary “Kardiac Burger” contains loads of flavor with double the patties, bacon, American, Swiss and cheddar cheeses, mushrooms, and traditional toppings, before finished off with a beer-battered onion ring.

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Classic Pizzas

The Original Gino’s Pizza Various locations. originalginos.com

Durty

Pizza just doesn’t get any better than the Original Gino’s. Their secret sweet red sauce and buttery crust is irresistible, no matter the toppings. A fan favorite: well done cheese with cajun sauce.

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Burgers are deceptively complicated— everyone likes them a certain way — and Bar 145 knows this. So they invite patrons to be as choosy as they want, allowing diners to design their perfect burger with a laundry list of chef’s selections, premium toppings, and whatever else is needed to satisfy adventurous foodies, classic burger purists, and everyone in between.

Runner up: Marco’s Pizza

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Pizza Cat

Pizza Cat wants to keep Toledo weird, and they’re doing it with premium pies sporting seriously creative concoctions, which occasionally border on the bizarre.

Find clever names— like Bone Thugs n Bacon, Smelly Cat, and Dragon Boat— and over 50 unique recipes, often named after locals, at this hip pizzeria. Want to make it even more weird? Treat yourself with a hemp crust.

Runner up: 5th Street Pub

Steak

Mancy’s Steakhouse

953 Phillips Ave. 419-476-4154. mancys.com There’s a reason Mancy’s is the best-known name in food in NW Ohio, and it all starts with their fantastic steaks. Whether you want to sink your teeth into a New York Strip, a porterhouse, a filet, or another pleasing selection, their premium steaks are butched on premise and seared at 1500-degrees for that satisfying, beefy goodness.

Runner up: Rockwell’s Steakhouse

Sushi

Kengo Sushi & Yakitori

38 S. Saint Clair St. 419-214-074.

Kengotoledo.com With fish this fresh, it’s easy to see why Kengo Sushi takes the prize. Kengo’s popular Omakase “leave it up to the chef” option is a two-hour dining experience consisting of the finest selections from Chef Kengo Kato. It’s unbelievable.

Runner up: Domo Sushi

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Coney Dog

Duce’s Dawgs

419-266-2161. ducesdawgs.com With a made-from-scratch chili recipe stemming from the 50’s, this food truck dedicates itself to the chili dog. 100% all beef hot dogs smothered in Duce’s Dawg sauce and other dog toppings keep aficionado’s coming back for more. The truck can be spotted all over town, but a schedule is posted online so you know exactly where to get your Duce’s fixing.

Runner up: Rudy’s Hot Dog

Falafel/Gyro Tiger Bakery

4215 Monroe St., 419-473-8942.

6710 W. Central Ave., 419-842-0047. tigerbakery.com Feeling full without spending a lot of money— without feeling sluggish and unhealthy afterwards— isn’t the easiest task, but Tiger Bakery makes it happen for $3.95. Find fantastic falafel, generous servings or gyro, and other Mediterranean favorites at this local oasis.

Runner up: The Beirut

Pie

Schmucker’s Restaurant 2103 N. Reynolds Rd., 419-535-9116. schmuckersrestaurant.com

Whether you have an occasional sweet tooth, or an entire mouth full of them, Schmucker’s has been satisfying sugar cravings since 1948. With more than 20 types of handmade pies, available Monday through Saturday, including classic fruit pies and unique favorites like Chocolate Peanut Butter and Banana Split, your options are only limited by your appetite.

Runner up: The Cinnamon Stick

Ribs

Shorty’s True American Roadhouse

5111 Monroe St. 419-841-9505. mancys.com Cooked low and slow for 18 hours, hand cut, seasoned with Shorty’s special dry rub and served with their special recipe barbecue sauce, there’s no question why City Paper readers voted these the best ribs in Toledo. They got the rib recipe down to a T.

Tacos

San Marco’s

Multiple locations. sanmarcosmexicanrestaurants.com When people crave authentic Mexican tacos, they head to San Marco’s, a local business that opened 12 years ago. The primary location on Broadway is also a market, selling quality Mexican groceries, meats and baked goods.

Stop by the store and/or grab a bite to get inspired to make your own dishes.

Runner up: Cocina de Carlos & Poco Loco

Pasta Dish

Rosie’s Italian Grill

606 N. McCord Rd. 419-866-5007. rosiesitaliangrille.com Three words: Lobster Mac n’ Cheese. This dish and many others have put Rosie’s Italian at the top of the list. For those who miss the original Rosie’s Pizza shop, the family tradition of making gourmet Italian food hasn’t changed.

Runner up: Mancy’s Italian Grill

Best Chef Chef Jeff Dinnebeil

Benchmark Restaurant 6130 Levis Commons Blvd,, 419-873-6590. benchmark-restaurant.com

While just over 30-years-old, Chef Jeff Dinnebeil began his culinary career in Toledo at age 13, working as a dishwasher at Saba’s Chophouse in Sylvania.

He has made a host of epicurious friends along the way while working at Northwest Ohio’s restaurant staples. Now, Chef Dinnebeil boasts his own steakhouse with a contemporary take on the classic American concept, making the food people love in deceptively-simple and consistently special way.

Runner up: Chef Robert

Campbell, Dolce Vita Italian

Killer Salads Grumpy’s

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34 S. Huron St. 419-241-6728. grumpys.net Grumpy’s has been voted the best place to eat a salad for a number of years. Their notorious “Garbage Salad” is especially noteworthy— mixed greens, onions, tomatoes, mushrooms, raisins, grilled chicken, four cheeses topped with bacon bits and homemade croutons all mixed in poppy seed dressing. But you cannot go wrong with their other salads, which all feature homemade dressings and local ingredients.

Runner up: PJ’s Deli

Southern Food

J’mae’s Home Cooking

3117 Lagrange St. 419-720-8222. jmaeshomecooking. restaurantwebexpert.com Comfort and fullness go hand in hand at J’mae’s, which pleases with enticing soul food. Fried chicken wings, pork chops, mac n cheese, and meatloaf are just some of the plentiful, homecooked menu items available.

Runner up: Josephine’s Kitchen

Runner up: Deet’s BBQ

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Mac N ’ Cheese

Close your eyes and you can see that heaping dish of cavatappi and cheese blends from Social, loaded with premium add-ons like lobster, pork belly, bacon, sriracha and so much more. Social has reinvented the mac n’ cheese game in this Northwest Ohio and everyone has clearly taken notice.

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Stop by to enjoy:

Wings

Fricker’s

Multiple locations. frickers.com

Drink Specials every day Local Beer & Spirits Lunch & Dinner Mon-Sat Sunday Brunch 10am-2pm Live Music Wed thru Sat 1516 Adams St | 419-243-6675 | manhattanstoledo.com

Columbus Brewing TAP Takeover.

9/27 5pm-?

Spread throughout Ohio, this sports bar and restaurant originated right here in Toledo. From sweet sauces, like teriyaki and honey mustard to spicy “Frickin’ X-Scream” and everything in between, there’s something for every chicken wing lover out there.

Not feeling saucy? Fricker’s also offers dry rub seasonings. Get your buddies together, order up some wings and enjoy the game.

Runner up: Ralphie’s Sports Eatery

Desserts

MUSIC

9/28 Ben Barefoot.

9/29 Bob Stevens.

10/5 Jeff Stewart.

10/6 Andrew Ellis.

Trivia Monday 7p & 8p

KIND PE0PLe GreAT BEeR Trivia Thursday 8p & 9p

BeTtER FoOD

Schmuckers Restaurant 2103 N. Reynolds Rd. 419-535-9116. schmuckersrestaurant.com

Savor the melt-in-your-mouth flavors of the many desserts at this local favorite. With over 20 kinds of fresh, homemade pie, cheesecakes, ice cream sundaes and shakes, there’s plenty of ways to enjoy a sweet ending.

gluten-free. The eatery is perfect for anyone with gluten allergies, or who is eating a particular diet, because of their accommodating choices.

Runner up: Earth to Oven Bakery

Vegan/Vegetarian Options The Leaf & Seed

419-265-3163. theleafandseed.com The Leaf & Seed proudly bares the title of NW Ohio’s first vegan food truck, but more importantly, they’re the winners of the TCP’s 2018 Dining Awards! With healthy and delicious menu items like their Seitan Reuben and Artichoke Burger, The Leaf & Seed has found a specialty niche in the food truck game.

Runner up:

Balance Pan-Asian Grille

Most InstagramWorthy Plates

Kengo Sushi & Yakitori

Runner up: NeNe’s Sweets

38 S. St. Clair St. 419-214-0574. kengotoledo.com

Gluten-Free Options

Think raw fish isn’t aesthetically pleasing? See how Kengo Sushi and Yakitori carefully prepares and presents the fare in such a way that diners need to pause for a photo of their plate. Their website is even replete with photos of their sushi, yakitori dishes, and ingredients that will make your mouth water.

Fowl and Fodder

614 Adams St. 419-214-1588.

7408 Central Ave. 419-690-2490. fowlandfodder.com Fowl and Fodder is all about organic, locally-sourced ingredients and healthy options. Gluten-free bread can be substituted in any meal and all of their sides are

Always seeking KIND, RELIABE people to join our TEAM

Runner up: Brim House

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Sampling safari

Home made juice

There’s nothing else quite like feeling the grapes between your toes. Yep, you read that right. Mon Ami Restaurant in Port Clinton is hosting The Great Grape Stomp, where participants will create delicious grape juice.

Teams will compete to win the stomping competition. Music, food, arts, auctions and other activities will accompany the event, with proceeds benefiting the United Way of Ottawa County. $200 for a team of four. Noon-6pm.

Sunday, September 30. Mon Ami Restaurant, 3845 E. Wine Cellar Rd., Port Clinton.

419-797-4445. monamiwinery.com

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Please your palate with local microbreweries and distributors at the Zoo Brew. Admission includes 12 beer samples, light snacks, and live music by The Bradberries. Still thirsty?

Purchase additional samples of selections including IPA’s, pale ales, porters and more.

There’s something for every craft enthusiast.

Member tickets $50 per person, $55 for non-members. 7-11pm. Friday, October 5.

Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way. 419-385-5721. toledozoo.org/zoobrew

Monthly feast

Every month Rasa boasts a Chef’s Table dinner focusing on something new. This month, enjoy the Plight of the Pinot Chef’s Table diner, a five-course family-style menu prepared by Executive Chef Abraham Holmes (pictured above). Seating is limited to 12 people, so reserve your spot as soon as possible. $85/person. 6-8pm. Tuesday, October 2.

Rasa Restaurant and Bar, 2633 W. Bancroft St. 419-725-0525. rasatoledo.com

Wine by the water

Wine enthusiasts and those looking for fun can travel to Put-in-Bay for the Island Wine Festival featuring foreign and domestic wine samplings, good food, winery tours and a silent auction benefiting the Lake Erie Islands Historical Society. Admission also includes a souvenir wine glass to take home to recall the fun. Samples range from $2-$5. 11am-5pm.

Saturday, October 6. Put-in-Bay Winery, 392 Bayview Ave., Put-in-Bay. 419-285-3343. putinbaywinery.com —CP

Bourbon voyage

What’s more American than baseball and apple pie? Bourbon. Often called America’s “native spirit,” the American whiskey was born in Bourbon County, Kentucky and is now produced in 49 states (Hawaii… step up your game). Sample a variety of bourbons with clever food pairings during the first-ever Fleetwood’s Rooftop Bourbon Tasting. Live music by Jeff Stewart will accompany the tasting from 6-9pm. Distilleries are TBD. With only 100 tickets available, be sure to reserve your spot in advance. $20 includes four bourbon samples, one drink ticket to be used at Fleetwood’s Rooftop bar, plus light food pairings. 6pm. Friday, October 12. Fleetwood’s Tap Room Rooftop, 28 N. St. Clair St., 419-724-2337. Tickets available at hensvilletoledo.com. —AC

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Cookbook Club Waterville Library

Thursday, 9.27

Punch Bowl Party Toledo Museum of Art

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419-381-0385

Wednesday, 9.26

Bring a potluck dish from the celebrity chef of the month to share and discuss. This month’s chef is Sandra Dee. Bring your appetite! 7-8pm.

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In celebration of the newly created 2018 Libbey Glass Punch Bowl set, TMA is throwing a cocktail party. Sample a variety of punches and enjoy a set by Rela Percussion performing on glass instruments made in the Glass Shop. $15-$25.

7:30-9pm. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free

The Bottle Shop’s First Anniversary Party Bottle Shop at Mancy’s Italian

In celebration of opening a year ago, the shop is thanking its customers with a complimentary champagne toast with live music, food, wine and beer selections. 5-9pm. 5453 Monroe St. 419-824-2463. mancys.com/#bottleshop Free

Monday, 10.1

Food Over Medicine 577 Foundation

Learn about how a healthy diet and exercise can help with your health. Leave with recipes to try at home. $15. 7-8:30pm. 577 E. Front St., Perrysburg. 419-874-4147. 577foundation.org

Saturday 10.6

Fete Des Bouchers The Culinary Vegetable Institute

Meet various butchers as they prepare fresh meat, head cheese and Cajun recipes by Chef John Folse. Watch preparation demos, then enjoy the food during lunch. $85. 8am-3pm.

12304 Mudbrook Rd., Milan., Oh. 419-499-7500. culinaryvegetableinstitute.com

Apple Butter Festival MacQueen Orchards

There’s fun for all ages at this annual festival featuring food, rides, crafts, live entertainment, and vendor booths. Explore the orchards and pick fresh apples. Activity prices vary. 7605 Garden Rd., Holland. 419-865-2916. macqueenorchards.com

Mixology 101 Sanger Library

Tailgating Thyme Fresh Thyme Farmer’s Market

A professional bartender from the Toledo Bartending School will lead a mixology course right in the library. Watch a demo and get recipes for cocktails new and old. 7-8:30pm.

3030 W. Central Ave. 419-259-5330. toledolibrary.org Free

Tastings

Saturday, 9.29

Saturday, 9.29

Brats will be sizzling on the grill with other food samples available throughout the store. Brat purchases will benefit Mission 22, an organization that treats the mental health of veterans and raises awareness on veteran suicides. Noon-3pm.

5105 Monroe St. 567-455-9076. freshthyme.com Free

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Wednesday, 9.26

Savings and great flavors continue on Wednesdays at Sofo’s with their wine and Sofo family recipe tastings. Get a taste and see what’s on sale! Prices vary. 5-7pm. 5400 Monroe St. 419-882-8555. shopsofos.com

Join Mima Bondere, specialist in world class European wines, for an afternoon of delightful tastings. Pair each sample with imported specialty cheeses as well, and pre-order any wines you wish for the Thanksgiving holiday. Prices vary.

2-6pm. 3320 Briarfield Blvd., Maumee.

419-794-4000. waltchurchillsmarket.com

Thursday, 9.27

Wednesday, 10.3

What’s better than bourbon and food pairings?

Try four different drinks––Yellowstone Bourbon, Minor Case, Bib & Tucker, and Rebel Yell Root Beer Whiskey––while accomponied by a threecourse menu. $50. 6:30-8:30pm.

2200 Maple St., Maumee. 567-302-3030. ticketsource.us/beerbarrel

Chef Jennifer Schuerman will present her favorite fall dishes to be paired with the beer and wine of the evening. Arrive early and enjoy a tour of the gardens for free. Registration required. $30.90.

6:30-8pm. 19255 W. Portage River South Rd., Elmore. 419-862-3182. schedel-gardens.org

Wine Tasting Joseph’s Beverage Center

How Do They Rate? Tasting Walt Churchill’s Market

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Stop by the store this week and find out what wines you can try. Every Thursday boasts different selections. Try it before you buy it. Prices vary. 6-8pm. 4129 Talmadge Rd. 419-472-1421. josephswinestoretoledooh.com

Friday, 9.28

Red Blend Tasting Walt Churchill’s Market

This mix of flavors is a popular customer favorite.

Try out these blend styles from around the world.

Prices vary. 4-7pm. 26625 Dixie Hwy., Perrysburg 419-872-6900. waltchurchillsmarket.com

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Fall Favorites Beer & Wine tasting Schedel Arboretum & Gardens

Friday, 10.5

Selections at this tasting will have a point value based on critiques from various publications.

Do you agree with their rating? Come try the wine and let them know! Prices vary. 4-7pm.

26625 N. Dixie Hwy., Perrysburg. 419-872-6900. waltchurchillsmarket.com

Monday, 10.8

Wine & Food Tasting Brandywine Country Club

Bring a friend or just yourself to indulge in delicious white, red and blush wines while Executive Chef Clinton Stanton prepares favorite dishes to pair with the wine selections. $40. 6pm.

6904 Salisbury Rd., Maumee. 419-865-2393. brandywinecc.com

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High Quality Health and Safety Solutions

Last year, Wil Haygood, best-selling author and prize-winning journalist, came to Toledo to discuss his article-turned-film-turned-book, The Butler: A Witness to History, based on the life of Thurgood Marshall.

Now, Haygood returns to discuss his latest release, Tigerland 1968-1969: A City Divided, a Nation Torn Apart and a Magical Season of Healing, a historical account of the two teens from an all-black high school in Columbus who won Ohio’s basketball and baseball championships during the 1968-1969 school year.

Hear from the Ohio-native during a special open book, where he will talk about this inspiring story of success in the face of racial turbulence. Presented by the Toledo Lucas County Public Library. Register for free tickets at wilhaygood.eventbrite. com. 7-9pm. Thursday, October 4. Bowsher High School Auditorium, 2200 Arlington Ave., 419-259-5200. Toledolibrary.org Free

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Freed to read

Many have sacrificed for Americans’ right to read what we want. Commemorate these literary heroes during the American Library Association’s nationally recognized Banned Books Week (September 23-29) at the University of Toledo’s 21st annual Banned Books Week Vigil. The full day event will include a series of presentations, door prizes and banned book giveaways every half hour, and a talk at noon by Charlene Gilbert, Dean of UT’s College of Arts and Letters and Dr. Linda Smith. 9am-5pm. Thursday, September 27. Carlson Library, 1st floor, Room 1005. utoledo.edu/commissions/banned-books Free

September 29-30th

Brunch: Saturday 9am-1pm, Sunday 10am-2pm Beats: Saturday 5-7pm, Sunday 2pm-4pm

Atomic age

The development of the atomic bomb not only changed war strategy but also American life. As Americans faced doomsday fears during the atomic age of the 1960s and 1970s, Bowling Green State University professor and writer Wendell Mayo watched his father work on nuclear power for deep space travel at NASA’s Lewis Research Center (now the John Glenn Space Center) in Cleveland. In his latest book, Survival House, Mayo addresses the impact and legacy of “the collective mind of doom” through ten short stories. Meet the author and learn more about his fifth short story collection during a meet and greet at Gathering Volumes bookstore.

2-4pm. Saturday, October 6. 196 E. Boundary St., Perrysburg.

567-336-6188. facebook.com/gatheringvolumes Free —AC

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REEL APPEAL

Happy birthday, Bernstein

Join the Toledo Symphony Orchestra in celebrating the late-conductor Leonard Bernstein’s 100th birthday during a special presentation of West Side Story, the 1961 romantic musical tragedy. See the film on the big screen at the Stranahan Theater, backed by the TSO with a live performance of Bernstein’s iconic score. $42+. 8-10pm.

Saturday, September 29. Stranahan Theater & Great Hall, 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd., 419-381-8851. toledosymphony.com

Maumee on screen

Celebrate the art of storytelling with local filmmakers during the 4th annual Maumee Film Festival. The weekend begins Thursday, September 27 with a kickoff party from 6-9pm at the Westcott Soundstage (1425 Holland Rd., Maumee), before heading to the Maumee Indoor Theater (601 Conant St.) where the festival will continue with two days of film showcases. Screenings begin on Friday, September 28 with a series of drama and comedy shorts at 6pm, followed by sci-fi and horror shorts at 8:30pm. On Saturday, September 29, see student films from high school filmmakers at 10:30am, experimental, sci-fi and drama shorts at noon, a series of documentaries at 2pm, drama, thriller and comedy shorts at 6:30pm, followed by an after-festival mixer. Each film block is followed by a Q&A with the filmmakers. In addition, this year’s festival includes talks from industry experts. $6, single day tickets. $10, tickets for Friday and Saturday. For more information, see maumeefilmfestival.com

Uniting narratives

The Toledo Lucas County Public Library’s annual independent film festival, Film Focus, is back with six award-winning independent, international films centered on themes of unity, family and culture. The series continues on October 1 with the 2017 Australian coming-of-age story Jasper Jones, followed by the 2016 Indian drama about son dealing with his father’s wish to die the holy city of Varanasi in Hotel Salvation on October 8. Films will be screened at 6:45pm every Monday, from September 24 through October 29 at the King Road Branch (3900 King Rd.). For the full lineup, visit toledolibrary.org/filmfocus. Free —AC

Reclaiming Spaces Nick Corbin’s documentary series continues with “Arts & Culture”

By Erin Holden

The revitalization of Toledo’s downtown is the subject of Nick Corbin’s two-part documentary, Reclaiming Spaces. What began as Corbin’s work on a project for the Toledo Design Center became a larger endeavor, bringing a sampling of Toledo business owners into the discussion of what downtown could be.

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Escaping Uncle Rico

The first episode has about 13,000 views on YouTube after several showings at downtown businesses. Corbin considers that significant “in terms of Toledo, because we can be extremely apathetic here, I think 13,000 is a lot,” he said. “I always say we have a small city attitude with big city problems.”

Born and raised in Toledo, Corbin has always loved the city, having the cityscape tattooed on his forearm when he turned 18. He sees the growth potential of the city, particularly the downtown area, but feels that some people have a hard time moving away from what used to make the city thrive.

“You remember the movie Napoleon Dynamite?” Corbin asked. “We’re Uncle Rico.” In other words, Toledo cannot go back to the way things were in its manufacturing heyday. “We need to move past that. We’re this former rust belt city that’s struggling for an identity,” he said.

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See Episode 1 and the trailer for “Arts & Culture” at reclaimingspacesfilm.com The second episode — “Reclaiming Spaces: Arts & Culture”— premiers at as part of the Maumee Film Festival at 2pm on Saturday, September 29.

For ticketing and other information on the Maumee Film Festival, see our film note on this page.

The future of downtown development

“Arts & Culture” picks up where the first episode left off while exploring the art scene’s impact on Toledo’s downtown. Corbin delves into the sustainability of downtown dependent on the arts. Though he loves what is happening in terms of artists making a home in Toledo, he says that there needs to be something more for downtown to thrive: “The arts are the caviar that are going to bring people down here,” he said, “but caviar’s not a meal; you need something else.”

The second episode includes interviews with local politicians, business owners, and artists, all of whom have seen firsthand how difficult it can be to change people’s perspective on the potential of downtown Toledo. Corbin hopes that this film will not only get those who already live and work downtown interested in its development, but that everyone in Toledo will be willing to put energy into deciding what kind of culture to create here.

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THEATER NOTES

CURTAIN CALL Great Performances on the Fringe

The first Toledo Fringe Fest

By Jeff McGinnis In 1947, the Edinburgh Festival Fringe was established in Scotland.

Originally intended as an alternative to the more structured and traditional Edinburgh International Festival, the Fringe has since become the largest arts festival in the world, featuring thousands of performers in hundreds of venues. As well, in the years since, hundreds of cities around the world have begun their own Fringe Fest to celebrate a wider variety of the arts.

On Saturday, September 29, the Collingwood Arts Center will host the first Toledo Fringe Fest, a celebration of diverse artistic displays not normally seen by area audiences.

Variety of uncensored art

“It is unjuried, uncensored, unconventional art,” says Danielle D. Davis, executive director of the Collingwood Arts Center (CAC). “We have several varieties— stage plays, burlesque, interpretive and belly dancers, musicians, there will be an open mic and visual arts displays. (The event) is more focused on performing art, but there will also be visual art displays.”

The idea of putting on a local fringe festival has been kicked around by the CAC for several years, Davis said.

“This spring, we decided that this was the year that it was going to happen.

And the Ohio Arts Council agreed to do a match grant, so that any of the funding that we receive through ticket sales, sponsorships and donations will be matched, up to (about) $10,000.”

Accessible for everyone

Interested performers were required to submit their acts to the committee by the end of May. The goal, Davis explains, was to cast as wide a net as possible and ensure open access to a variety of acts. “It is accessible— both for performers and the guests. Ticket prices are extremely low, so guests can access this art that they might not be able to have access to otherwise. People like the funky, they like the fringy things, but a lot

18th century music

Kicking off Toledo Opera’s 2018-19 season and 60th anniversary, is The Magic Flute

by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. The German masterpiece, written in 1791, follows Prince Tamino and his sidekick, Papageno on a journey to save Pamina from the high priest, Sarastro. Through trials and song, the comedic story is told, portending a happy ending. $40-$90. 7:30pm Friday, October 5 and 2pm Sunday, October 7. The Valentine Theatre, 410 Adams St. 419-255-7464. toledoopera.org

God pays a visit

Actors Collaborative Toledo (ACT) presents An Act of God at the beginning of October. The hilarious staged reading entails the answers to all of mankind’s deepest questions, presented

by God himself and his devoted angels. After so many millennia, humans finally gain answers, some maybe they didn’t want to hear. $10. 8pm showtimes Friday and Saturday, October 5 and 6. Trinity Episcopal Church, 316 Adams St. 419-205-0409. act419.org

The 2018 Toledo Fringe Fest Collingwood Arts Center, 2413 Collingwood Blvd., 419-244-2787.

Noon. Saturday, September 29. toledofringe.brownpapertickets.com toledofringefest.org.

• Standard tickets (all day, all show pass): $8 presale, $10 at the door.

• Preferred tickets (all day, all show pass,

special access haunted tour at 2pm, 2018 collectible pin, pop and popcorn): $15 presale, $20 at the door.

• VIP tickets (preferred ticket plus Fringe Fest swag pag, VIP access lanyard): $35 VIP (two for $60) presale,

of times they’re just not available, because those performers often just can’t get a stage.”

Ultimately, Davis hopes that Toledo Fringe Fest attendees garner a greater appreciation for all that is available outside the scope of what is considered “traditional” art in the Glass City.

“There is a lot more going on,” Davis said. “The Art Museum is fabulous, but not everyone is going to have a display at the Art Museum. So how do they get there? These are kind of the stepping stones to that as well.”

Girl power

Some ancient religions taught that women were the cause of all evil. In Warren Woodberry’s new play Girl’s Knight Out, the timeline of such accusations is presented to show the obstacles that women face in today’s world. Sisters Lilith, Pandora, and Eve are brought to the 21st century to make their voices heard and to stop the violence between men and women. Excerpts of the play will be read 3-5pm Saturday, September 29 at Reynolds Corner Library, 4833 Dorr St. 419-259-5320. RSVP to htccwarren@yahoo.com.

Work it out

Storytellers that are interested in polishing their work and practicing their performance, sign up for Glass City Improv’s Storytelling Workshop. Bring a real-life story in any genre, tell it to the group and receive feedback from fellow students, along with tips on how to develop stories into a performance piece to be proud of. After attending the workshop, students will have the opportunity to present their work on stage on Thursday, October 11.

Workshop, $25. 10am-1pm. Saturday, October 6. Art and Performance Center of West Toledo, 2702 W. Sylvania Ave. 419-407-6082. glasscityimprov.com––CP

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ART TO HEART Everything is Sculpture Artists ignite change during SculptureX

By Athena Cocoves From Michelangelo’s David, to Rodin’s The Thinker, some of the most iconic images in art history are works of sculpture.

And just as Michelangelo believed that the task of the sculptor is to discover the statue inside every block of stone, Rodin later widen the definition of the medium, saying “Sculpture is the art of the hole and the lump.”

Today, our ideas of sculpture are even broader— made clear by 20th century Japanese-American artist Isamu Noguchi, who famously declared: “Everything is sculpture.”

On September 28 and 29, artists and teachers, will gather at the University of Toledo Center for the Visual Arts to discuss how intention impacts artmaking during a two-day symposium hosted by Contemporary Art Toledo.

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SculptureX: Igniting Change To learn more about topics discussed at this conference, and catch a glimpse into the ever-changing look and definition of sculpture, visit these six area exhibitions:

Soft Thrones: Sites of Power

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Mel Chin

Following his solo show, All Over The Place, in New York, internationally-lauded contemporary artist Mel Chin will arrive in Toledo to present during SculptureX, host an installation, and show work during a solo exhibition. His interactive installation, Two Me— which invites the public to post on one of two identical seven-foot-tall pedestals, made with fully-accessible ramps, inscribed with the word “Me”— debuts on Wednesday, September 26 from 4-6pm on the Toledo Museum of Art’s Main Terrace. In addition, a selection of his drawings, mixed media, and video works will be on view through September 29 at the Dorothy Uber Bryan Gallery at Bowling Green State University School of Art for a solo show titled, From the Other Side.

Detroit, MI-based artist and SculptureX presenter Jova Lynne spent the month of January 2018 in her familial home of Kingston, Jamaica to work with queer identified-female spectrum Jamaicans and discuss the meaning of power.

Through conversations and collaborations concerning the relationship between our bodies and our ability to express power, Lynne has returned with a series of dynamic photographs that intimately “create a new landscape of power.”

Her exhibition, Soft Thrones: Sites of Power will be on view through October 27 at the University of Toledo Center for Visual Arts.

3 Igniting Change

This group exhibition of diverse works by 22 artists exploring concepts of social practice. This mixed showcase, curated by New York-based arts writer and critic Saul Ostrow, a SculptureX presenter, is on view through September 29 in the Dorothy Uber Bryan Gallery at Bowling Green State University School of Art.

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Lineations

Artist, circus performer, and SculptureX presenter, Erin Garber-Pearson, who founded Birds Eye View Circus in 2012, encouraged audiences to see her performative work as more than entertainment. Using sculpture, video, and live tightwire performance, Garber-Pearson asks her audience to reflect on their everyday routine to discover how we, even when occupying casual public space, incorporate performance into our personal narrative and identity. Ask yourself how place and time impacts your ideas and actions during her solo exhibition, Lineations. The exhibit opens with a reception and performance at 6pm on Friday, September 29 and will be on view through October 13 at River House Arts in the Secor Building.

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Oil + Water

In their work, photographers and SculptureX presenters Kate Levy and Shanna Merola document modern natural disasters. From the connections between the oil and gas industry, to the privatization of water, or the militarization of local police agencies, modern day natural disasters are not limited to environmental collapse— often, they are man made problems. See their work, which documents struggles in Detroit and Flint, Standing Rock, the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy, New Orleans post-Katrina and the Bakken Shale fracking boom in North Dakota, during the duo-exhibition, Oil + Water, on view through October 27 at the Walter E Terhune Gallery at Owens Community College Center for Fine and Performing Arts.

SculptureX kicks off with a party in the historic Secor Hotel Ballroom (425 Jefferson Ave.), from 7-9pm on Friday, September 28. $10 in advance, $12 at the door. For more information on SculptureX and the related exhibitions, visit catoledo.org.

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ART NOTES Wednesday, 9.26

So Much More… Ohio’s AfricanAmerican Artists - This exhibition, on

display through Sunday, October 21, sheds light on African-Americans in the School of Art and how the fight for equality in this subject continues, highlighting work from 15 BGSU alumni and students. Gallery hours are 11am-4pm Tuesday-Saturday, 6-9pm Thursdays and 1-4pm Sundays. BGSU Fine Arts Center.

419-372-2531. bgsu.edu Free

Thursday, 9.27 Masters

Series: Robert Zollweg

Designer Robert Zollweg of Libbey Inc. will talk about his influences and newly designed 2018 Libbey Glass Punch Bowl set created for TMA. 6-8pm. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free

Saturday, 9.29 Halloween Card Class - Create three

handmade holiday greeting cards with your own style. Instructor Lisa Abdoo will be on hand to help. $10. 1-2pm. Sunshine Studios, 305 Conant St., Maumee. 419-891-8877. sunshinestudio.org

Drink and Draw - This monthly open life

drawing session provides artists with a live nude model and music. Artists are welcome to bring a beverage of their choice along with their drawing materials. 7-10pm. $10.

Art Supply Depo, 29 S. St. Clair St. 419-720-6462. artsupplydepo.com

Wednesday, 10.3 Stained Glass Guild - The public is

welcome to observe the weekly meeting of the Stained Glass Guild as they work together on projects. 6-8pm. Area Glass Guild, 5403 Elmer Dr. 419-531-9673. artvillage419.org Free

Thursday, 10.4 Proceed + Be Bold - AIGA Toledo, BGSU

Department of Architecture and the Division of Graphic Design welcome architects Bryan Bell, Lori Ryker and designer John Bielenberg for a panel discussion about their work in social activism, environmental design and connections to the Rural Studio. 5:30pm. BGSU Wolfe Center for the Arts, Ridge St. & Willard Dr., Bowling Green. 419-372-8171. toledo.aiga.org Free

Light up the night

Don’t wait until the Toledo Zoo’s annual holiday lights, enjoy the soft glow of over 500 animal and botanical-shaped Chinese lanterns during the second year of Luminous Nights. From September 28-November 4, the historic Zoo grounds (between Broadway and the Anthony Wayne Trail) will be filled with lanterns, activities, demonstrations led by international students from local universities and Chinese fare. Professional aerial acrobats perform Friday and Saturday nights at 6:30pm, 7:15pm and 8pm and visit the new family-friendly Beastro Beer & Wine Garden. Admission gates: 6-8pm, Sunday-Thursday. 6-9pm, Friday-Saturday. The Zoo will stay open for one hour after admission gates close to allow guests to complete their visit. $11 online, $13 at the gate for Zoo members, $13 online, $15 at the gate for non-members.

2 Hippo Way, 419-385-5721. toledozoo.org/luminousnights

Need to bead

Did you love making beaded necklaces as a kid? Learn techniques during the Beginning Bead Embroidery workshop at Handmade Toledo. Led by Linda Pratt of popular Etsy shop Beadiful Jewelry (etsy.com/shop/beadifuljewelry), this three-hour class will teach the basics of the peyote and brick stitch and newbies will leave with a bead-framed painted lady necklace. More detailed examples and instruction are available for those who are curious. $40.

2-5pm. Saturday, September 29. Handmade Toledo, 1717 Adams St., 419-214-1717.

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Saturday, 10.6 Fiber Arts Demo - Artist Christie Clark will be working on a fiber arts project, stop in the shop to see what’s happening. 1-3pm.

Hands-On Studio, 5403 Elmer Dr. 419-902-6800. facebook.com/handsonstudio Free

Sunday, 10.7 Athena 115 - Formed in November of 1903, Make a Resin Geode - Create a colorful faux geode using resin, paint, ink and crushed glass. Take home your work and a mini art resin kit too. $65. 3-5pm. Art Supply Depo 29 S. St. Clair St. 419-720-6462. artsupplydepo.com Paint Your Own Pottery - You’ll pick out a piece of pottery you wish to design, then get to work with stamps, sponges, and other painting tools. $10/hour + pottery piece price.

10am-2pm. Sunshine Studios, 305 Conant St., Maumee. 419-891-8877. sunshinestudio.org

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the Athena Art Society of Toledo (Ohio) is one of the nation’s oldest, continuous women’s art organizations. This juried exhibition will include of paintings, drawings, fiber arts and sculpture by more than 40 Athena members. On view through December 29. Opening reception 5:30-7:30pm. 20 North Gallery, 18 N. St. Clair St., 419-241-2400. 20northgallery.com Free

Gorgeous, glowing, radioactive glassware

Some collectors love glass vases made with trace amounts of Uranium Dioxide. Radioactive, yet nontoxic, the collectable canary glass or uranium glass, became known as Vaseline glass in the early 20th century for its similar color to petroleum jelly. See the glowing, yellowgreen coloration of Art Deco vaseline glass objects displayed by members of the international Vaseline Glass Collectors, Inc. during their trip to Toledo for the club’s 20th annual convention. Thursday, October 4 - Saturday, October 6. Radisson Hotel at The University of Toledo, 3100 Glendale Ave., For more information, visit vaselineglass.org —AC

Tuesday, 10.9 Acrylic Pour with Mary Rood - Learn how to create with acrylic pouring using colors inspired by the season. $35. 6-8pm.

Fuller Art House, 5679 Main St., Sylvania.

419-882-8949. fullerarthouse.com

Pastel Class - Instructor Mary Jane demonstrates pastels and drawing from photographs. Materials are provided. $35.

Noon-3pm. Toledo Artists’ Club, 5403 Elmer Dr. 419-531-4079. toledoartistclub.com Keepsake Notecards - In this 90 minute

class participants will create notecards using flowers and leaves. Materials provided. $18.

2-3:30pm. 577 Foundation, 577 E. Front St., Perrysburg. 419-874-4147. 577foundation.org

Colored Pencil Drawing - Create a stunning colored pencil drawing on black toned paper in this two day class. The second class meets Sunday October 7. 1-4pm.

Art Supply Depo, 29 S. St. Clair St. 419-720-6462. artsupplydepo.com

Tuesday, 10.2 Painting with Paul - Artist Paul Brand

leads a weekly Tuesday art class. Brand will demonstrate the week’s project at the start of each class. From acrylic paints to pastels, learn from the artist. 2-4pm. $20. Toledo Artists’ Club, 5403 Elmer Dr. 419-531-4079. toledoartistclub.com

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LISTEN HEAR Toledo’s First Lady of Song

Jean Holden’s rich career as a performer and vocal coach

By Erin Holden

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Paws and Whiskers

1 5TH Annual

Cool Cat Strut

Halloween Party FRIDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2018

7:00-10:00 PM • St. Clement’s Hall - 2990 Tremainsville, Toledo

Costume Contest

• Best Cat Costume • Best Single or Couple • Best Child’s under 12

To the Moon.. ...and Back

CAT COSTUME CONTEST: Bring photo of your cat in a Halloween Costume COSTUMES OPTIONAL

Tickets available at: Paws & Whiskers 32 Hillwyck, Toledo 419-536-1914 $25.00 Single $40.00 Couple $5.00 Child under 12 $150.00 Table of 8

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Toledo’s First Lady of Song, Jean Holden, has been working as a vocal coach since 1973 while singing at multiple venues since the early 1960s. Inducted into the Sylvania Distinguished Artist Hall of Fame in 2015, she continues to develop compilations with musical arranger Paul Purdue (they can be found on Spotify and YouTube).

Early years

At eight years old Holden, living with her mother in Shreveport, Louisiana, began training to be an opera singer.

However, heavily influenced by the gospel music she heard at church and the country music she listened to on the Louisiana Hayride broadcast, she also sang songs from different genres.

“I would hear Patsy Cline and Patty Page,” Holden said. “I naturally could sing practically anything.”

In Shreveport she won many singing competitions, ultimately receiving scholarship offers from both The Julliard School and Oberlin College.

Instead, at 17, she moved to Toledo with her new husband, declining the scholarships. “I gave them up to get married,” Holden said. “I thought that would be the most exciting thing to do.

I regret that I didn’t go on and study.”

Holden made her mark on Toledo’s music scene early on, singing with the Toledo Opera Association for six years.

Than she determined that opera singing was not for her.

“It wasn’t going to get me anyplace, so I started looking into supper club work and the Park Lane Hotel (at Woodruff and 23d St. in downtown Toledo) was my first (gig). They hired me to work for two weeks and I stayed there for two years.” The Park Lane Hotel

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closed in 1970, but during Holden’s time there it was an exciting place to be, as it was frequented by celebrity guests like Marilyn Monroe and Ella Fitzgerald.

Holden sang at night clubs in her early years at places like the Hospitality Motor Inn, The Park Lane Hotel, and Rusty’s. She enjoyed singing in theater productions at the University of Toledo when the theater program first began in the 1960s.

Following her passion

One of Holden’s most recent compilations is a rendition of Bob Marley’s “Redemption” and the spiritual “Old Freedom.” Recordings of her most popular covers, “In this Life” and “I think it’s Going to Rain Today,” can be found on YouTube.

Holden’s performances today are limited, except when she takes the stage with students from her Studio of Vocal Expression, with occasional performances at Ye Olde Dirty Bird. Her opera training allows her to teach students how to sing with control, helping local musicians, actresses, and others seeking vocal coaching.

“I always wanted to be a teacher,” Holden says. “That is my passion. I’ve been blessed with the opportunity to work with so many people throughout the years. It’s sharing the gift that I have with people and watching them grow from it.”

Jean Holden’s Studio of Vocal Expression. All age groups welcome. $35 per hour-long lesson. 419-255-4520. jeanholden.com.

Editor’s Note: Despite the same last name, the author of this article is not related to Jean Holden.

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Highlighted events indicates our picks for the week

WED, SEPT 26 Cock n Bull: Danny Mettler (acoustic, covers) Durty Bird: Shawn Sanders (acoustic, songwriter) Frankie’s: Black Fast, Constricted, Volacious, North to Nowhere (metal/hard rock) Manhattan’s: Open Mic Stranahan Theater: Modest Mouse Modest Mouse sprouted roots in the Pacific Northwest in the early nineties.

As a response to the dreary, angsty grunge, Isaac Brock and company started writing music with strange and beautiful lyrics. Since then, the band has reached commercial success while still keeping their cool. $40-$60. 7:30pm. 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd. 419-381-8851. modestmouse.com (alternative rock, songwriter) Village Idiot: Andrew Ellis (acoustic rock)

THURS, SEPT 27 Barr’s Public House: Asa Danekind (acoustic, covers) BGSU Moore Musical Arts Center: BGSU Wind Symphony (classical) Brandywine CC: Joe Woods (acoustic, covers) Civic Music Hall: Hed PE, Mammothor, Alterstoned, Mujaw Creek, Ancient Elephant, Messenger HD (hard/rock, metal) Cock n Bull: Captain Sweet Shoes (acoustic, covers) Durty Bird: Swingmania (orchestra, swing) Hollywood Casino: 419 Nights: Scott Sherer (acoustic rock) Howard’s BG: Open Stage Swig: Matt Havers (acoustic, covers) Village Idiot: Jake Pilewski (acoustic rock)

FRI SEPT 28 Bar 145: 4th Day Echo (pop/rock, covers) Barr’s Public House: Whiskey Business (acoustic, covers) Blarney: Arctic Clam (pop/rock, covers) BGSU Moore Musical Arts Center: Orchard Guitar Festival w/Adam Schlenker, Jack Petersen (jazz, classic) Brandywine CC: Jim Bowser (acoustic, covers) Civic Music Hall: ZZ-Kc (ZZ Top tribute) Cock n Bull: Barile & May, Joe Woods Band (acoustic rock) (rock, covers) Dorr St. Cafe: Chris Knopp (acoustic, covers) Durty Bird: Ben Maloney Trio (jazz, modern) Frankie’s: Pretty in Pink Prom w/Ego and the Maniacs, Bathhousebetty, Full Borer, The Essentials, Splitt Second, Trash Cat, Highbinder, Louie t. And the Dangerbirds, Juxtapose, The Prophetics (various, songwriter) Hollywood Casino: My Sister Sara (pop/rock, covers) Huntington Center: Godsmack, Shinedown (hard/rock) Local Thyme: Calen Savage (acoustic, covers) Majestic Oak Winery: Bob Stevens (acoustic, covers) Pau Hana: Telesonic 9000 Telesonic 9000, Dominick Gray (Berlin), combines electronic music, live percussion and projector visuals for a futuristic experience unlike any other. $7. 8-11pm.

356 Morris St. facebook.com/pauhanatoledo The Pub: Kyle White (acoustic, songwriter) Rocky’s: Last Born Sons (variety) Swig: Picking Kelly (acoustic, covers) Table 44: The Bridges (pop/rock) Village Idiot: House Band, The Western Pleasures (rock) (rockabilly, country)

SAT, SEPT 29 Bar 145: 4th Day Echo (pop/rock, covers) Barr’s Public House: Calen Savidge (acoustic, covers) Blarney: Chris Shutters Band (pop/rock, covers) BGSU Musical Arts Center: Orchard Guitar Festival w/BGSU Guitar Ensembles, Mike Stern(jazz, classical) Civic Music Hall: The Four Horsemen (Metallica tribute), Skeleton Crue, Rise Up (hard rock) Cock n Bull: Sugar Pax (pop/rock, covers) Durty Bird: Bobby G (blues/jazz, covers) Frankie’s: Sleep Waker, Scoop Miller, After the Ashes, Seeking the Deception, Until Solace (alternative, hard rock) Hollywood Casino: Madison Avenue Band (pop/rock, covers) Majestic Oak Winery: Engine 19 (acoustic, covers) Local Thyme: Kyle White (acoustic, covers) Ottawa Tavern: Ballyhoo, The Funk Factory, The Essentials (reggae/pop) (funk, rock) The Pub: Grateful Dead Night w/Being Grateful (americana, jam/rock) Sebastiano’s: Tom Szor(piano) Swig: King Size Drag (rockabilly) Table 44: The Bridges (pop/rock) Stranahan Theatre: Toledo Symphony: West Side Story with Live Orchestra Join the Toledo Symphony as they provide a live score to the classical 1961 film musical “West Side Story” which retales Romeo and Juliet through the lives of 1950s New Yorkers. See film note p. 28. $28-$69. 7:30pm.

4645 Heatherdowns Blvd.

419-246-8000. toledosymphony.com Toledo Museum of Art: Great Performances: Chamber Music of David T. Little See our music note at right. (modern, new music/classical) Village Idiot: Last Born Sons (rock)

SUN, SEPT 30 Art & Performance Center: Up Close Concerts: Lucas Guy (acoustic, songwriter) Durty Bird: Jazz Brunch w/ Ross Thompson & the Mix (jazz/pop, covers) Majestic Oak Winery: Scott & Molly (acoustic, covers) Ottawa Tavern: Lung, Softt Lung (Cincinnati), combine the talents of musicians Kate Wakefield and Daisy Caplan. The duo brings rock and roll to another level with brash percussion, violent cello and dark, shining vocals. Let loose and get wild with Lung and Softt at the OT! $5. 7:30pm. 1815 Adams St. 419-725-5483. lungtheband.com Village Idiot: Bob Rex (jazz, rock)

MON, OCT 1 Village Idiot: Frank May (rock, covers)

TUES, OCT 2 Durty Bird: Hector Mendoza (guitarist, covers) Ottawa Tavern: Koo Koo Kangaroo, Super Fun Yeah Yeah Rocketship (pop, dance) Rocky’s: Open Jam with Joel Hazard and Mark Sentle Village Idiot: Bobby May (acoustic rock)

WED, OCT 3 Art & Performance Center: Ryan A Roth and the Sideshow, The Depaysement, Boo Lee Crosser See our music note at right.

(Americana, folk, songwriter) Cock n Bull: Danny Mettler (acoustic, covers)

Durty Bird: Tim Oehlers (acoustic, covers) Manhattan’s: Open Mic Bring your acoustic guitar, keyboard or ukulele for a night of songwriters and community jams. 9pm-midnight.

1516 Adams St. 419-243-6675. manhattanstoledo.com Free Ottawa Tavern: Ian Fitzgerald, Ryan Dunlap, A.S. Coomer (acoustic, songwriter) Village Idiot: Andrew Ellis (acoustic rock)

THURS, OCT 4 Barr’s Public House: Acoustic AC (acoustic, covers) BGSU Center for Performing Arts: Jazz Spotlight w/Jazz Ensembles (jazz) Cock n Bull: Captain Sweet Shoes (acoustic, covers) Durty Bird: Max Boyle (acoustic, covers) Howard’s BG: Open Stage Toledo Museum of Art: Great Performances: Ken Thomson Setext (jazz/punk, classical) UT Center for the Performing Arts: Derek Brown See our music note at right. (saxophonist, songwriter) Village Idiot: Jake Pilewski (acoustic rock)

FRI, OCT 5 Bar 145: Sugar Pax (pop/rock, covers) Barr’s Public House: Hudson Duo (acoustic, covers) Blarney: Sweet Tea (pop/rock, covers) Cock n Bull: Barile & May, Last Born Sons (acoustic rock) (rock, covers) Civic Music Hall: Tell All Your Friends (punk/pop) Dorr St. Cafe: Scott Fish (acoustic, covers) Durty Bird: Straight Up (jazz/pop, covers) Hollywood Casino: Remember When Rock Was Young (Elton John Tribute) Howard’s BG: Klashing Black, Twin Frames, Mister Moon, Treading Bleu (alternative rock) Ottawa Tavern: Melodime, Eerie Point, In Rhythm (pop, alternative/rock) Sodbuster Bar: Skittle Bots (pop/rock, covers) Table 44: Beg to Differ (pop/rock, covers) Toledo Museum of Art: It’s Friday: Sarah D’Angelo (jazz, vocalist) Toledo Zoo: Brew at the Zoo w/The Bradberries See our Popper p. 24. (pop/rock, covers) Village Idiot: House Band (rock, covers)

CONTEMPORARY HARMONIES SATURDAY, 9.29 / TMA

Composer David T. Little writes contemporary musical conversations using classical instruments, voice, electronic sounds, and percussion to tell a story in a unconventional way. Each piece is truly complex, always deserving of a listener’s second and third take. Little often writes for the ensemble Newspeak.

His performance “Obscure Clues and Shiny Objects: Chamber Music of David T. Little” features Newspeak cellist Brian Snow and pianist James Johnston joined by Caroline Chine and the BGSU Graduate String Quartet. Let the music transport you to futuristic landscapes with thoughtful precision and an elegance only found in new, modern music. $15-$25. 2445 Monroe St., 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org -SE

ONE MAN BAND

THURSDAY, 10.4 / UT CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS The University of Toledo Department of Music welcomes touring artist Derek Brown for a talk and performance. Brown’s use of percussion instruments (via his feet), saxophone and voice, create a sound which is more than the sum of its parts. His one man band style of music takes inspiration from the grand tradition of street performance.

Brown’s understanding of jazz and classical music offer a cohesive and mesmerizing performance. 7-9pm. 1910 W. Rocket Dr., 419-530-2787. derekbrownsax.com Free ––SE

MUSICAL DIVERSITY

WEDNESDAY, 10.3 / ART AND PERFORMANCE CENTER OF WEST TOLEDO Three local artists will deliver unique performances, offering a night of varying sounds and different genres. Opening is Boo Lee Crosser, folk singer and songwriter, followed by high-energy rock n’ roll band The Depaysement. Headliner Ryan A Roth and his Sideshow provide Americana tunes. Come out to support the local music and arts scene. 7pm. $5. 2702 W. Sylvania Ave., 419-913-9010. facebook.com/apcwesttoledo––CP

SAT, OCT 6 Barr’s Public House: Jeff Stewart (acoustic, covers) Blarney: Bradberries (pop/rock, covers) Durty Bird: Box of Sol (pop, covers) Cock n Bull: Organized K-OS (pop/rock, covers) Hollywood Casino: Remember When Rock Was Young (Elton John Tribute) Handmade Toledo: Violent Bloom, LDYCP, ahsatan (various) Howard’s BG: Saturnine Hello, Evil Jones, Vengeance (rock) Local Thyme: Joe Woods (acoustic, covers) Ohio Theatre: Divas Sing Divas Sing are Marlee Carpenter, Morgan Wilson, Audrey Adams, Sydney Thomas and Lauran Horn. Performing upbeat and classic blues, soul and pop favorites will have the audience singing along and dancing in the aisles. $15-$20. 7:30pm.

3114 Lagrange St. 419-241-6785. brownpapertickets.com

Ottawa Tavern: the Roof Dogs, Twin Frames, The Bascinets, Waving & Waving Goodbye, Teamonade (various) Sebastiano’s: Tom Szor (piano) Stranahan Theatre: Steely Dan (jazz, rock) Table 44: Beg to Differ (pop/rock, covers) Toledo Museum of Art: Great Performances: Harold Budd Electronic/ambient composer Harold Budd will give a rare live performance and discussion at TMA which will include the world premiere of his work “Petits Souffles” for piano, celeste and string quartet. The music is a mix of space age, classical and beyond. The concert is to be followed by an Artist Talk Sunday. $15-$35. 6:30-9pm. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org (ambient/classical) Village Idiot: Pilot Conscious, Flexa Decibel (rock, songwriter)

SUN, OCT 7 Art & Performance Center: Up Close Concerts with Keith May (acoustic, songwriter) Durty Bird: Jazz Brunch w/Straight Up (jazz/pop, covers) Village Idiot: Bob Rex (jazz, rock)

MON, OCT 8 Frankie’s: Rookie of the Year, Sparks the Rescue, The Victory Drive (pop/alternative rock) Durty Bird: Ross & Jarrett (jazz/pop, covers) Village Idiot: Frank May (rock, covers)

TUES, OCT 9 Durty Bird: John Cleveland (keyboardist, pop/blues) Rocky’s: Open Mic with Kyle Smithers Village Idiot: Bobby May (acoustic rock)

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Thursday, 9.27 [advocacy] NAACP 103 Freedom Fund Banquet - Emmy Award winner and E! News host, Zuri Hall is scheduled to be this year’s banquet keynote speaker. Learn more about the Freedom Fund while supporting the cause. $85. 5pm.

Stranahan Theater, 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd.

419-214-1551. naacptoledo.org

[music] All That… Steel Strings: BeInstrumental’s Annual Fundraiser - Help support music education in the community by enjoying live folk music from Chloe and the Steel Strings. $50/ person, $75/couple. 5-8pm. 1 Maritime Plaza.

419-297-6971. beinstrumental.org

Friday, 9.28 [outdoors] Luminous Nights Opening - Friday marks the opening night of the Toledo Zoo’s attraction, Luminous Nights. Over 500 handcrafted hanging lanterns will light up the evening. Through November 4. $11-$15. Friday & Saturdays, 6-9pm and Sunday-Thursdays, 6-8pm. The Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way. 419-385-5721. toledozoo.org

[theater] BGSU Fall Play - Director Rebecca Hammonds leads the BGSU drama production of Sarah Treem’s play “The How and the Why”. 8pm. Also on September 29, 8pm. BGSU Wolfe Center for the Arts, Ridge St. & Willard Dr., Bowling Green.

419-372-8171. bgsu.edu/arts-and-science Free

[festival] Luckey Fall Festival - From BBQ cookouts to antique tractor pull, this three day festival takes advantage of the fall weather. Other activities include a Civil War encampment and canon demonstration, a craft market, church service, live music and raffles. Camping $10, activity prices vary. 8am8pm. 7am-6pm Saturday, and 7am-3pm Sunday.

Gilbert Rd. & Adams St., Luckey. 419-467-8468. luckeyfallfesival.com

Saturday, 9.29 [nightlife] Open Dance - DJ Fercho from Columbia will play Salsa, Kizomba and Bachata music all night long. Don’t be afraid to dance and let loose. $5.

9pm-1am. Los Dos Gallos, 5327 Dorr St. 419-531-5312. facebook.com/losdosgallosohio

[music] Sumkali Concert - Sumkali (Ann Arbor) will perform a community concert of classical Indian music, jazz and funk. $15-$20. Buddhist Temple of Toledo, 6537 Angola Rd., Holland. 567-297-0108. facebook.com/BuddhistTempleOfToledo

Sunday, 9.30 [comedy] The Comedy Upload - The event’s lineup includes Howie Bell, Alton Williams, and Jeff Horste.

DJ Jay Roc keeps the energy going all night. $20.

7pm-midnight. Signal Nightclub, 3922 Secor Rd. 419-699-4877. signalnightclub.com

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STARS OF THE SCREEN (PRINT) SATURDAY, 10.6 / JUPMODE

Jupmode, the screen print company promoting the “You Will Do Better In Toledo” craze, will celebrate two years as part of the Village on Adams. Jupmode’s 2nd Anniversary Party will bring a crowd with a screenprint-your-own-tee shirt activity, 10% discount on all items in the store, pinball, tours of the building and a vintage photo booth to capture the memories. The first 25 visitors will receive a free swag bag of Jupmode apparel and more. 6-10pm. 2022 Adams St., 419-318-2029. facebook.com/jupmode Free––SC

Here is a list of our top October must-attend, out-of-town events:

PRO-CHOICE FUNDRAISER SATURDAY, 9.29 / THE ATTIC ON ADAMS

The Agnes Reynolds Jackson Fund is a nonprofit organization providing financial assistance to women seeking an abortion Since its founding in 1992, the Fund has raised money for their mission, and now welcomes supporters to their Beers for Choice event featuring drink specials, a 50/50 raffle, auction items and live music. Violent Bloom will perform at 8:30pm followed by DJ Savanna. $5 suggested donation.

8-11pm. 1701 Adams St., 419-243-5350. aggiefund.org––CP

Tuesday, 10.2

COME TO THE DARK SIDE

Detroit is full of rich history, including a frightening past. Learn the dark and terrifying stories of yesteryear during Halloween in Detroit: The Dark Side of History Tour. Mobsters, ghosts, murders, wars and assassinations among other scary happenings took place in the Motor City, and some, like the curse on one of the Great Lakes’ most famous ships and the spooky occurrences at a museum at night, still haunt the City to this day. While tourists discover Detroit’s darkest moments, the tour includes refreshment stops at area bars. Your ticket includes a light snack and beverage, other drinks are available for purchase. $53. 12:30-5pm or 6:30-11pm Saturday, September 29 and 12:30-5pm Sunday, September 30. Eastern Market, 2934 Russell St., Detroit. 313-539-7377. detroithistorytours.com

[outdoors] Five Mile Hike - Hike a five mile trail through the wilds of Oak Openings along with a group and naturalist. Experience the serenity and splendor of fall. 6-8pm. Oak Openings Preserve, 419-407-9700. metroparkstoledo.com Free

[misc.]

Community Potluck & Open Mic - This weekly event brings together local poets, artists and the community. Bring a dish to share. 6-10pm.

Sofia Quintero Center, 1225 Broadway St. 419-241-1655. sqacc.org Free

[lit] EcoLit Book Club - Readers will discuss the book Nature as Measure: The Selected Essays of Wes Jackson with discussion leader Cheryl Lachowski. Register in advance. 7-9pm. W.W. Knight Preserve, 29530 White Rd., Perrysburg.

419-353-1897. wcparks.org Free

Friday, 10.5 [art]

[culinary] Sylvania Farmers’ Market - It’s harvest time in Ohio. That can only mean an abundance of farm fresh produce at the market. Shop local food trucks, flowers and art along with dozens of local farm stands. Bring cash. 3-7pm.

Sylvania Municipal Lot, 6700 Monroe St., Sylvania.

419-360-1212. downtownsylvania.org Free

Wednesday, 10.3 [talks & lectures] Tree Care Talk - Amy Stone from OSU Extension will lead a discussion on how to care for trees old and new. Learn tips for maintenance and how to look for signs of decay. 7-8:30pm.

Waterville Library, 800 Michigan Ave., Waterville.

419-878-3055. toledolibrary.org Free

Red Bird Art Walk - Every first Friday, Sylvania hosts an Art Walk in the historic downtown. Themes change month to month and are filled with local art vendors and local music.

This month boasts “Red Birds and Gray Wolves.”

Noon-9pm. Downtown Sylvania, Maple & Main Streets. 419-517-8138. downtownsylvania.org

The Walking Dead Trivia - Do you know the hit show? Put your knowledge to the test with a fun trivia game. 3-7pm. The Casual Pint, 3550 Executive Pkwy.

419-469-8965. facebook.com/tcptoledo Free

Thursday, 10.4 [talks & lectures]

An exhilarating experience will grace the streets of Downtown Detroit with Wanderlust 108, a triathlon featuring a 5K run/walk, a dj-powered yoga session, and a guided meditation. Relax and free your mind after running or walking and continue the mindful adventure with additional activities, like the Kula Market full of local artists, dancing, hooping, acroyoga, or grabbing a healthy bite at the True North Cafe. For every ticket purchased, Wanderlust will donate $1.08 to (RED) in the fight against AIDS. $99. 7:30am-3pm Sunday, October 7. Belle Isle Park Cricket Fields, 1 Casino Way, Detroit. wanderlust.com––CP

Free

[misc.]

Saturday, 10.6

Empower Yourself: “Be the Force” Leadership Summit - Girls will get their confidence on at this empowering event featuring keynote speakers, performances, and Total Package Girl book signing with author Kristi Hoffman. $20-$35. 1pm.

Stranahan Theater, 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd.

419-214-1300. stranahantheater.com

[outdoors] Meteor Shower Viewing - This outdoor viewing party will view the Draco Meteor Shower, one spectacular sight. Register online. 7:30-10pm.

Slippery Elm Trail, 14810 Freyman Rd., Cygnet.

419-353-1897. wcparks.org Free

Sunday, 10.7

[misc.]

RUN AND FOCUS

[outdoors] Fall Color Trolley Rides - Experience the sights and sounds of Oak Openings via an open-air trolley. $5. 1:30-2:30pm. Additional time offered Sunday at 2:45-3:45. Additional date Tuesday October 9. Oak Openings, 4139 Girdham Rd., Swanton. 419-407-9700. metroparkstoledo.com Free

Libbey House Series: Diane Wright - Visit the Historic Libbey House for a fall lecture series. Curator of Glass Diane Wright will lead a conversation on the legacy of the Libbeys of Toledo. $10.

6-8pm. Libbey House, 2008 Scottwood Ave. 419255-8000. toledomuseum.org

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[talks & lectures] Gallery Talk: Harold Budd - Electronic and ambient composer Harold Budd will discuss his work and life inspiration at this community talk. Space is limited. 3-5pm. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org

Free

Tuesday, 10.9 [talks & lectures] TED Talk - Join the TED talk “How Urban Agriculture is Transforming Detroit”, a free community lecture. Refreshments provided. Noon-1pm.

Franciscan Center, 6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania.

419-824-3515. lourdes.edu Free

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TOLEDO ACCORDING TO...

Brittany Burns Years lived in Toledo: Two. Before that, my last home was in the DC area. Then, I spent three months in Naples, Italy, about the same amount of time selling replacement rototiller blades in Indianapolis before I moved to Toledo.

MERIDA E. ALLEN, M. ED. DAYTON, OH

Occupation: Recent AmeriCorps VISTA alum, current part-time Toledo International Film Festival Project Assistant with the Ohio Theatre, and starting a new job at a local nonprofit, Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC).

ERICA JEAN HALADA TOLEDO, OH

JOAQUIN CINTRON VEGA, PHM TOLEDO, OH

ANGEL HARRIS COLUMBUS, OH

My story, in one sentence: Girl grows up in Indiana, reads too much, becomes a spy, quits to volunteer with asylumseekers in Italy, then comes back to the US to promote immigrant workforce development and perform mediocre Kris Delmhorst covers on porches—it’s the classic American story!

One song lyric to describe my ideal self: “Lo poco que tengo es tan poco que me hace feliz” (“the little I have is so little, it makes me happy”) – by Ricardo Arjona Most people know me for: confusing me with Welcome Toledo-Lucas County Co-Lead, Brittany Ford!

I wish more people knew me for: being one of the folks behind the Glenwood Lutheran Church sign (@theglenwoodsign on Insta).

The best thing I’ve ever eaten in Toledo was: the maqloubeh special at Sidon. I felt like I was back in Jordan!

The street I drive on/walk on most often is: not a street at all, but the red and purple trails at Wildwood Metropark.

The best time I ever had in Toledo: The Toledo International Film Festival last year—foreign films, food, and performances promoting cultural diversity in a historic theatre.

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If I could change one thing about Toledo: we need a karaoke place. I want to go hoarse scream-singing 90s hits with my friends without listening to strangers butcher “Don’t Stop Believin.”

If I knew I could get away with it (without succumbing to fatal sugar intoxication), I would: eat ice cream from a local shop every day of the week during the summer—Mr. T’s Barn, Rudy’s, Frozen Frenzy, Handel’s…

The best view in Toledo: Wildwood in the snow!

When I’m craving silence, I go to the Classic Court at the Toledo Museum of Art. Ahhhh. Always refreshing.

My ideal day look like, from morning to night: Start with like an eight mile run at Wildwood, then enjoy brunch with friends at Fowl & Fodder. Spend the afternoon at one of the many festivals Toledo hosts. After a traditional Napolitan dinner for eight cooked by yours truly (sorry; I’m an Italian food snob), take in the Toledo Symphony Orchestra playing Brahms. Head downtown for a nightcap at the Black Cloister or, if I’m feeling fancy, the Heights.

The reason I am most proud of myself right now: I’m finally overcoming my fear of commitment, letting Toledo be my home and building a life here.

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SOCIAL STUDIES

Photos by Christine Senack

18th Annual International Festival

Diversity and culture around the world were celebrated with ethnic food, cultural exhibits, live performances and more.

Fauzia Shaukat, Nishath Zubair, Yasmin Mahnood, Aana Ali and Mubeen Ali.

Dalia Aljassim, Manal Abuyoussef, Aber Ahmed, Mona Ahmed and Manal Elsheikh.

Momentum Arts Festival

Ribhi Khraiwesh and Hemda Musaitif.

Toledoans gathered for a weekend dedicated to local music and art.

Grand Parade 2:00pm y a Saturd

Erin McCargar, Eduardo Vargas and Lucy Smith.

40th Annual

Oak Harbor October 13-14

Over 100 Vendors Craft Show Chainsaw Carving Beer garden Classic Car Show

5K Apple Run, 1 Mile Kid’s Run, Apple Pie Eating Contest Bingo and Cornhole Live bands

Free Admission!

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Momentum artists Yusuf Lateef, Julia LaBay Darrah.

Parking at High School... $1 trolley rides into festival

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Celeste Felix-Taylor, Rhonda Sewell and Cynthia Arias.

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FREEWILL ASTROLOGY Š2018

Brendan Quigley and Erik Agard (www.brendanemmettquigley.com)

UP FOR DEBATE Across 1. Adularescent stone 5. Mop up 11. Quick getaway 14. Racer Luyendyk 15. “I’m over here�

16. Bit of difficulty 17. Debate #1: What characters should I use when answering “Sex:� on a questionnaire?

19. Islanders GM Lamoriello 20. Plum relatives 21. Fruity drinks 23. State as fact 24. Debate #2: What are the plot inconsistencies missed by Oliver Stone and Fritz Lang?

26. Layers on the farm 27. Totally goofy 28. Created 29. Underground rock?

30. Brief filer, perhaps 31. Rapper Budden 33. Debate #3: How should I say this keyboard costs $1000?

39. Stuttgart singleton 40. They’re counted down during a potential no-hitter 41. In a bygone era 42. Certain splash 45. Obfuscates 46. Vietnamese bowlfuls 47. Debate #4: What’s the value of an answer to a 50/50 question?

50. Mayor before Koch 51. “Midvale School For The Gifted� comic, with “The�

52. Iraq’s main port 53. Kamoze of reggae 54. Debate #5: Which lowish grade should I drop from report cards?

58. St. with legal prostitution 59. Religious beliefs 60. Often-misused verb

61. Test with a quantitative section: Abbr.

62. Help 63. Biblical twin Down 1. Butterfingers 2. “The Tempest� wizard 3. Virgin holding 4. Buckets of bolts 5. Approving words 6. Spam producer 7. Alkie 8. “The Caballero’s Way� author 9. Composer Ned 10. Home appliance company 11. “I’m not paying attention!�

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24. Alert 25. Rampaging 27. Singer Malik 30. Tire pressure abbr.

31. Sauna parts 32. WWII espionage org.

34. Decent chaps 35. Acting Jackman 36. Babe of golf 37. Problem of entitlement 38. Flower with thorns 42. “Give me an ___ break�

43. Temporary wheels 44. Land 45. Trudeau’s bros 46. Grinding implement 48. Samhain religion 49. Funks 50. Cricket gear 52. Epic fail 55. Latin gods 56. They were kept in wallets in the 90s 57. Bearded beast

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LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Biologists are constantly unearthing new species, although not new in the sense of having just appeared on our planet. In fact, they’re animals and plants that have existed for millennia. But they’ve never before been noticed and identified by science. Among recent additions to our ever-growing knowledge are an orchid in Madagascar that smells like champagne, an electric blue tarantula in the Guyana rainforest, and a Western Australian grass that has a flavor resembling salt and vinegar potato chips. I suspect you’ll be making metaphorically comparable discoveries in the coming weeks, Libra: evocative beauty that you’ve been blind to and interesting phenomena that have been hiding in plain sight.

Š Copyright 2018 Rob Brezsny

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Do you have any skills at living on the edge between the light and the dark? Are you curious about what the world might look like and how people would treat you if you refused to divide everything up into that which helps you and that which doesn’t help you? Can you imagine how it would feel if you loved your life just the way it is and not wish it were different from what it is? Please note: people less courageous than you might prefer you to be less courageous. But I hope you’ll stay true to the experiment of living on the edge between the light and the dark.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): According to Popbitch.com, most top-charting pop songs are in a minor key. In light of this fact, I encourage you to avoid listening to pop songs for the next three weeks. In my astrological opinion, it’s essential that you surround yourself with stimuli that don’t tend to make you sad and blue, that don’t influence you to interpret your experience through a melancholic, mournful filter. To accomplish the assignments that life will be sending you, you need to at least temporarily cultivate a mood of crafty optimism.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Gemini regent Queen Victoria (1819–1901) wore crotchless underwear made of linen. A few years ago, Britain’s Museums, Libraries, and Archives Council accorded them “national designated status,� an official notice that means they are a national treasure. If I had the power, I would give your undergarments an equivalent acknowledgment. The only evidence I would need to make this bold move would be the intelligence and expressiveness with which you are going to wield your erotic sensibilities in the coming weeks.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): I’ve taken a break from socializing, my fellow Cancerian. In fact, I’m on sabbatical from my regular rhythm.

My goal for the coming days is to commune with my past and review the story of my life. Rather than fill my brain up with the latest news and celebrity gossip, I am meditating on my own deep dark mysteries. I’m mining for secrets that I might be concealing from myself. In accordance with the astrological omens, I suggest that you follow my lead. You might want to delve into boxes of old mementoes or reread emails from years ago. You could get in touch with people who are no longer part of your life even though they were once important to you. How else could you get into intimate contact with your eternal self?

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Here’s a quote from *A Map of Misreading*, a book by renowned literary critic, Harold Bloom: “Where the synecdoche of *tessera* made a totality, however illusive, the metonymy of *kenosis* breaks this up into discontinuous fragments.� What the cluck did Harold Bloom just say?! I’m not being anti-intellectual when I declare this passage to be pretentious drivel. In the coming days, I urge you Leos to draw inspiration from my response to Bloom. Tell the truth about nonsense. Don’t pretend to appreciate jumbled or over-complicated ideas. Expose bunk and bombast. Be kind, if you can, but be firm. You’re primed to be a champion of down-to-earth communication.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): A data research company, Priceonomics, suggests that Monday is the most productive day of the week and that October is the most productive month of the year. My research suggests that while Capricorns tend to be the most consistently productive of all the signs in the zodiac, Virgos often outstrip them for a six-week

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period during the end of each September and throughout October. Furthermore, my intuition tells me that you Virgos now have an extraordinary capacity to turn good ideas into practical action. I conclude, therefore, that you are about to embark on a surge of industrious and high-quality work. (P.S.: This October has five Mondays.)

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): There is no such thing as a plant that blooms continuously.

Phases of withering and dormancy are just as natural as phases of growth. I bring this fact to your attention to help you remain poised as you go through your own period of withering followed by dormancy. You should accept life’s demand that you slow down and explore the mysteries of fallowness. You should surrender sweetly to stasis and enjoy your time of rest and recharging.

That’s the best way to prepare for the new cycle of growth that will begin in a few weeks.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): If you were ever going to win a contest that awarded you a free vacation to an exotic sanctuary, it would probably happen during the next three weeks. If a toy company would ever approach you about developing a line of action figures and kids’ books based on your life, it might also be sometime soon. And if you have ever had hopes of converting your adversaries into allies, or getting support and backing for your good original ideas, or finding unexpected inspiration to fix one of your not-so-good habits, those opportunities are now more likely than they have been for some time.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): An 81-yearold Capricorn man named James Harrison has donated his unique blood on 1,173 occasions. Scientists have used it to make medicine that prevents Rhesus disease in unborn babies, thereby healing more than 2.4 million kids and literally saving thousands of lives. I don’t expect you to do anything nearly as remarkable. But I do want to let you know that the coming weeks will be a favorable time to lift your generosity and compassion to the next level. Harrison would serve well as your patron saint.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): On a spring morning some years ago, a smoky aroma woke me from a deep sleep. Peering out my bedroom window into the backyard, I saw that my trickster girlfriend Anastasia had built a bonfire. When I stumbled to my closet to get dressed, I found my clothes missing. There were no garments in my dresser, either. In my groggy haze, I realized that my entire wardrobe had become fuel for Anastasia’s conflagration. It was too late to intervene, and I was still quite drowsy, so I crawled back in bed to resume snoozing. A while later, I woke to find her standing next to the bed bearing a luxurious breakfast she said she’d cooked over the flames of my burning clothes. After our meal, we stayed in bed all day, indulging in a variety of riotous fun. I’m not predicting that similar events will unfold in your life, Aquarius. But you may experience adventures that are almost equally boisterous, hilarious, and mysterious.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): I’ve got three teachings for you. 1. Was there a time in your past when bad romance wounded your talent for love? Yes, but you now have more power to heal that wound than you’ve ever had before. 2. Is it possible you’re ready to shed a semi-delicious addiction to a chaotic magic? Yes. Clarity is poised to trump melodrama. Joyous decisiveness is primed to vanquish ingrained sadness. 3. Has there ever been a better time than now to resolve and graduate from past events that have bothered and drained you for a long time? No. This is the best time ever.

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Night riders

Glow rolls, or community bike rides held at night, have a history going back to the 70s in Paris. In Toledo, Wersell’s Bike and Ski Shop has hosted community bike rides since the 90s. Glow Roll 419 is more than a ride, it’s a fundraiser for local non-profit Read for Literacy. The ten mile course will begin at the United Way (424 Jackson St.) and wind through Toledo unabated with local police blocking off traffic. The ride finishes with an after party at The Pub (912 Monroe St.) where live music and food trucks await. Families welcome. $25. 6:30pm. Friday, September 28. facebook.com/WersellsBikeShop. readforliteracy.org/assets/Glow-Roll-2018-brochure.pdf.

2002 FORD TAURUS SESGood condition, many new parts with receipts available. Daily driver. 115k miles $3200 419-932-5311 2002 OLDSMOBILE INTRIGUE- 3.5 liter V-6. Maroon/ Grey leathers 142k miles. Priced to go! $2650 419-309-3444 1995 VOLVO 850. Runs Good. $1000 obo Call 419.250.1780

Home run yoga

Marking the end of summer outdoor yoga classes at Hensville, Om in the Outfield celebrates the aspiring yogi in all of us. Instructor Malena Caruso of Toledo Asana Room will lead an hour long Ashtanga Yoga practice, referring to the eight branches of yoga, incorporating breathing exercises along with stretches and poses. After class mix and mingle for lunch and conversation. $15. 10am-noon. Saturday September 29. Hensville, 406 Washington St., 419-725-4367. Hensvilletoledo.com —SEC

With suicide being one of the leading causes of death in America, the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention hosts the Out of the Darkness Walk to raise awareness and fund research, educational programs and support for survivors of suicide loss and mental illness. The Walk comes to Toledo for an inspiring night full of love and hope. Join the cause by registering online. Event is free for participants, but donations are encouraged. 9:30am-1pm Saturday, October 6. Promenade Park, 250 Water St., afsp.donordrive.com––CP

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Celebrate the Senses Psychic Event - Celebrate your mind, body and spirit with host, Janet Amid, and other guests for a healing circle and readings. $5 admission. $25/ 15 minute reading, $45/ 30 minutes.

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2014 HARLEY DAVIDSON, Sportster Super Low. 483 miles.

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practice space with Drums. Currently Guitarists/Drummer/Keyboard/ Jamming near Sterns & Secor. Call Dan Singer for 70s, 80s on up Rock Band!! 313.320.5278 Journey, KISS, Scorpions, AC/DC, etc.

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Sunday, 10.7

Workers’ Comp, Safety and Legal Seminar - Discussion topics at this seminar include issues at the Industrial Commission, The Effects and Legality of Marijuana, Workplace Violence, Harassment, the Opioid Crisis and much more. Enjoy breakfast and lunch, plus giveaways! $65. 8am-4pm. The Radisson at University of Toledo, 3100 Glendale Ave. 419-882-9224. cardinalhs.net

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