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Jan. 29 -Feb. 11, 2020 • Vol. 23 • Issue 02

Get involved. Democracy is not a spectator sport.

Thursday, 2.13

Going Beyond Green - An expert panel will discuss strategies for “zero waste”— an attempt to minimize the amount of trash sent to landfills or incinerators. As part of a series of quarterly luncheons hosted by the Ohio branch of the United States Green Building Council (USGBC) and the Toledo Lucas County Sustainability Commission. $25 per lunch of $85 for all four in the series. 11:30am-1pm. Blarney Event Center, 601 Monroe St. 419-481-5206. usgbc.org

Ongoing

River View Yacht Club Sunday Breakfast Fundraisers - Stop by the Club for a delicious breakfast buffet at a good price, with all proceeds going to fund the 2020 Commodore’s Ball. $8 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for children. 8:30-11:30am, Sundays through March 29. River View Yacht Club, 5981 Edgewater Dr. 419-729-9251. riverviewyachtclub.com 9th Annual Have a Heart Restock Drive The Sylvania Franciscan Village kicks off its annual drive to collect personal care items for area outreach pantries. Through Thursday, February 6. Full list of drop-off locations at sylvaniafranciscanvillage.org

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Celebrate Recovery Toledo - This faithbased support group will meet once a week to help members deal with a myriad of addictions, afflictions and concerns. 7-9pm.

First Alliance Church of Toledo, 2214 Monroe St. 419-241-7287. factoledo.org Free

Thursday 1.30

2020 State of the City Address - The accomplishments and events that defined the past year in Toledo, as well as plans and vision for the city’s future, will be discussed

by Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz. 5pm.

The Great Hall, 2700 Broadway St. 419-385-4040. toledo.oh.gov Free Dealing with Fighting and Aggression Parents discuss their experiences with children’s aggressive behavior and the reasons why kids get angry during this workshop. 5:30-7:30pm. Heatherdowns Branch Library, 3265 Glanzman Rd. 419-259-5270. partnerstoledo.org Free Kevin Hines Community Event - A mental health advocate and a survivor of a suicide attempt on the Golden Gate Bridge, Hines speaks at this event, which is open to the community. 6-8:30pm. Penta Career Center, 9301 Buck Rd., Perrysburg. 419-666-1120. pentacareercenter.org Free

Sunday 2.2

Super Bowl Fundraiser - Enjoy the biggest game along with food, drink specials, a 50/50 raffle and more at this fundraiser for Old West End Security. $20. 6-11:30pm.

The Attic on Adams, 1701 Adams St. 419-243-5350. oldwestendsecurity.com

Tuesday 2.12

Climate Change in the Midwest - Discuss the impact of increasing temperatures and changing precipitation patterns on area water quality with BGSU’s Dr. Timothy Davis.

7-8:30pm. Way Public Library, 101 E Indiana Ave., Perrysburg.

419-874-3135. waylibrary.info Free

MARKETPLACE CHANGES UPDATES IN LOCAL BUSINESS

Athletico Physical Therapy has opened a clinic at 5577 Monroe St., Suite 1A. The company has more than 500 locations in 12 states. 419-318-8104. athletico.com Tony Packo’s has opened a Packo’s Express inside the Perrysburg Kroger Marketplace at 27332 Carronade Dr., offering a limited menu of Packo’s favorites. A second Packo’s Express is expected to open inside the Holland Kroger Marketplace, at 7059 Orchard Centre Dr., in late February. Packo’s Express Perrysburg is open from 11am-7pm daily. 567-336-4679.

Tonypacko.com Davis College, currently located at 4747 Monroe St., announced it will move to Four SeaGate. The for-profit college was last downtown 39 years ago.

Daviscollege.edu Irish-themed restaurant franchise, The Old Bag of Nails Pub, will open its 15th location sometime in mid-February as an on-site restaurant in the newly-open Marina Lofts Apartments.

625 Riverside Dr. (Near the former site of the Sports Arena). oldbagofnails.com Low-cost spay/neuter clinic Humane Ohio has purchased a new building on the corner of West Alexis Road and Clover Ln., about a mile from its current location, 3131 Tremainsville Rd. The new space gives the clinic, which spayed and neutered a record 19,151 dogs and cats in 2019, 10,000 square feet of additional space. The purchase and remodeling project will cost $1.6 million, and more than $800,000 has been raised through grants and donations.

Remodeling of the new facility is expected to be finished by the end of the year.

419-266-5607. humaneohio.org After nearly five years in business, the Bar Louie at Franklin Park Mall has closed.

The chain’s location at Levis Commons in is still open.

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Perrysburg’s Town Center at Levis Commons has some changes on the horizon: Max and Erma’s restaurant and photography studio Portrait Innovations have closed.

USDA-Certified organic juice bar, Clean Juice, has opened in the space next to Starbucks.

Lily’s at Levis has moved closer to Nagoya at 4190 Levis Commons Blvd. A Sephora will open in the gift shop’s former space.

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Sidelines Restaurant Group has opened Brick House Commons at 3535 Holland Sylvania Rd., formerly The Cinnamon Stick Pie Bakery. The new catering and event space can facilitate groups up to 120 and offers on-site catering from Sidelines restaurants. 419-260-6610. brickhousecommons.com

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The Barry Bagels in ProMedica’s headquarters at 300 N. Summit St., will close on February 7 to prepare for its relocation to the Imagination Station Toledo. The new location, which will have street access, allow diners to enter from outside the science center and will open this summer after the completion of the Imagination Station Toledo’s $10 million expansion project.

Other upgrades to the science center include a new science store, concession areas, a new lobby entrance and the KeyBank Discovery Theater, a multi-purpose theater with a 58-foot wide screen with 4K laser projection. imaginationstationtoledo.org

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by Johnny Hildo It was the worst of times.

The Great Recession hit T-Town especially hard. Major employers were idled, lending was frozen, foreclosures were on the rise. The great unwashed masses of Toledoans were economically strapped, and it was trending downward.

It was the late twenty aughts, and the immediate future was indeed bleak.

Yet He Who Shall Not Be Named, thenMayor of Toledo, painted a rosy picture in his proposed budget for twenty oh-nine.

Although the local economy was collapsing, he proposed a budget that projected income tax collections would only be slightly down from oh-eight.

A less-than-diligent City Council passed the budget almost immediately, only to discover-Shocked! Shocked we say!-that the budget was a complete disaster. Revenue for the City was in free fall, and could not possibly keep up with expenses.

While He Who Shall Not Be Named proposed drastic measures to save the day, and cast blame everywhere but on his own fool self, a solution was finally offered. By ordinance, only a certain percentage of income tax revenue can be used for the annual general fund. The remainder must go to capital improvement projects, which means projects with an intended life of more than five years.

What if the voters would allow a change, such that more of the capital improvement monies could be used to balance the general fund budget? It would mean delaying purchase of new vehicles, deferred maintenance on city properties, and reducing money available for road repair. But it would also stave off possible bankruptcy.

The voters saw the prudence of this short term solution. After all, it was a shift of dollars the City already had in the coffers, just re-orienting where they could be spent. And so began the now legendary transfer of capital improvement dollars to balance the general fund.

Bad credit? No credit?

No problem!

It is now a decade later. Tax collections are at an all time high, with an increase of tens of millions of dollars since the bottom dropped out. Not long ago, the PHH administration had seen its way clear to eliminate the transfer altogether.

Which makes sense, given the fact that it was intended as an emergency fix when revenue projections tanked and could not keep up with expenses. Now that revenues have rebounded, there should no longer be a need to transfer money from the capital improvement fund. Right?

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outpace revenues. Which is exactly what has happened under the Wade admin.

Wader has allowed expenses to balloon, and has continued to transfer money from capital improvement to make up the shortfall.

Never fear, though, he has a solution.

What do you do when your credit limit has maxed out? Be more frugal? Limit your spending?

Nope. You increase your credit limit and spend, spend, spend!

Wade is now asking voters to approve an increase in the City’s income tax rate, so the City can raise even more money and stop the transfer. He says it will allow for the capital improvement funds to be spent on roads, like they are intended.

While also raising additional money to hire more police and fire fighters. And some money may be siphoned off to fund some as-yet-to-be-fully-defined attempt at universal pre-K.

Say what?

Since 1999, Toledo has worked to replace lead-lined water service lines owned by the City, but many privately-owned lines still contain the potentially hazardous metal. To help individuals replace the offending pipes, the Toledo Dept. of Public Utilities will allocate up to $300,000 annually to fund no-interest loans, of up to $2,000, to private homeowners, regardless of income.

Loans are repayable for periods of up to ten years. To learn more about the pipe materials used in your house, visit toledo.oh.gov/ toledo-water-action-plan

Here are some unanswered questions.

Most of T-Town’s infrastructure is very old and will require complete rebuilding, not just resurfacing. Rebuilds are very expensive, typically requiring long-term bonds, encumbering the City with decades worth of debt. In fact, most of the capital improvement funds go to debt service from past projects. In the mid- and long-term, what amount of the new capital improvement revenue will simply be sucked up in debt servicing as opposed to actual new road repair and rebuilding?

Will roads be rebuilt, or just slap dashed with a new coat of asphalt? Will the capital improvement funds go to roads, or other non-road projects?

Much more of any new tax revenue will be dedicated to the general fund. How will those funds be dedicated? New police and fire classes mean a ballooning personnel budget. Won’t the new revenue be sucked up almost immediately, putting the City at financial risk from the next inevitable economic downturn?

As for universal pre-K, how much of the new funds will be used? How will this drain of resources be controlled? Is it a transfer of public funds for private use? And what assurance do City taxpayers have that such efforts will have any meaningful impact?

Bottom line. The City’s fiscal house is not in order. When your credit is maxed out, your first move is supposed to be to get your budget balanced, not to raise your credit limit. Why should voters approve giving the City more money before being assured it will be spent prudently?

That’s the question that needs to be answered before we go to the polls in March.

This month, the City of Toledo Dept. of Public Utilities began the much-discussed elimination of minimum water charges, charging customers based upon their actual water use. To educate the public about this change, the City is providing “Conservation Kits,” available at the Customer Walk-In Center on 420 Madison Ave., which include low flow shower restrictors, a toilet leak detection apparatus, and other tips for conserving water.

CITY MAIL Give me a break on tax breaks

Regarding tax abatements for the proposed development to replace Elder Beerman on Secor Road, this proposal ain’t even close to the “quality jobs” for the abatements and/or incentives (read give-aways) awarded for Jeep or ProMedica. Now, we are giving abatements to Bob’s Discount Furniture???

To TJ Maxx??? Perhaps 30 years of tax breaks!?! Seriously?

At a minimum, it will be 15 years of abatements for cheap retail in the age of Amazon, where you can get king-sized mattresses and entire rooms full of furniture, let alone hoodies, jeans and purses, delivered to your door off the internet. This is insane.

If Toledo is so desperate for any development (and this is one of the worst I’ve seen), it should absolutely be written into municipal code that when developers demanding a handout come to town, their promised jobs’ numbers—jobs which should all be required to be paid at living wages as everyone knows that minimum wage is NOT a living wage—that these job claims must be proven and documented on paper before a single moment of consideration is given to the plan. And then re-proven quarterly while receiving the handout. As soon as these numbers fall short, either in job numbers or living wages paid, any abatements must be withdrawn. If a rezoning was required for these projects, the corporation should be fined for failing to live up to their promises after they destroy Toledo’s master plans.

(Note: I am conclusively against corporate abatements and other give-aways in the first place, given that corporations shouldn’t have it both ways: Unbridled capitalism UNTIL the capitalists want a handout from the public trough. Known as corporate welfare. But that’s another story beyond the scope of this Elder Beerman redevelopment proposal under an “enterprise zone” strategy.)

Please do not ignore this fleshed-out analysis of the sub-standard retail wages and products this development will produce.

Not only should tax abatements for this development be soundly rejected, but these companies also should never be allowed to do business in Toledo again.

Peggy Daly-Masternak

See Peggy’s additional analysis online at toledocitypaper.com

Gotcha— in the wrong car In response to our “Gotcha!: TPD’s Traffic Photo Enforcement Program” article, online commenter Tgirl912 wrote: “Writing on behalf of my mother: she lives and has lived in Marion, Ohio for nearly 50 years with VERY limited time in Toledo. She has received in the mail, six tickets since 2014 for a car that HAD a similar license plate, different car. I suggested that she change her plates, which she did. She has called TPD and written numerous times that it’s not her ticket. That their system is not connected to the Ohio BMV database boggles us!

She yet again received another ticket about two weeks ago. The plate is corroded (purposely is my guess). I recommended that she just let it go. She is never in Toledo and if they come to impound her actual car, they will see their error. It’s just frustrating for her as she has been continually ignored.”

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GOTCHA! TPD’s Traf fic Photo Enf orcement program

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when Phillip in a 50mph Runyan, clocked driving work zone, stationary, argued that 66 not handhe only authorized ld camera under s, and that officers the city’s ordinanare ce needed to areas. “I be in visible will look at the evidenc make a provisio e. I will nal ruling, the specific things you’re and I will take me under advisement, suggesting to will be a and then written decision there forthcoming,” said Mr. Smith.that will be “This is police state overstepping bullshit, this is why he didn’t their boundaries, that’s rule in there,” said outside Runyan the room “Most of after the hearing. the people right now who A snapshot were ticketed are in there same day, on the exact most were TPD began in time speed limit doing the photo enforce a program of stationa of 60 miles usual to measur per hour.” ry e speed and tion of those ment in 2001 with installation. LIDAR GPS to note big clunky Effect of contain camera metal the self-driving is now being employelocas and lasers boxes that If you’re driving camera poles seen cars. d in atop metal at 11 miles “That’s a over the speed at certain Handheld limit or faster, per hour Appealing says Lieutenrelatively new technolo photo enforce intersections. target of newer – it you Toledo ant Jeff ment is gy,” If you come stats began in mander of much Sulewski, (TPD’s) stationa Police Departmare a 2016 – and gets cars TPD’s Traffic Coment’s Toledo Police home to a letter often on the ring to the traffic enforce ry and handhe Section, referhandheld are 43 stationa expressway. Today, tarin your mailbox from the ld photo ing a notice cameras. we were one there fine, no matterment around town. contain“I believe of a $120 fine the city, most ry cameras through of the first The how running a least for RedFlex for speedin departm fast you’re is $120. A red light, eras pointing of which include two out g or conviction, driving, you , that started ents, at your luck technology.” however, camno points in differen by appealin may want to try with this the same results in being g your ticket. provided intersection. t directions at TPD transmi license because assessed against TCP with TPD bunch The your most recent of stationa a hearings the citation eras wireless ts the data from violations. ry camera from 2018: record of appeal the s are in 2012. TPD The s were added Out of 2,674 tions, 670, cesses the ly to Redflex which camyour insuran ticket is not reporte civil or violaheld camera currently uses eight information proce compan d to after appeal. 25 percent, were dismiss fine s. handpearance and notices. y.

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ALL POLITICS IS LOCAL Mapping Toledo-area Congressional Reps Recent Votes on Big Issues

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n the last several months the Toledo-area’s U.S. Congressional Reps, Marcy Kaptur and Bob Latta, have voted on a number of key resolutions, from lowering the cost of prescription drugs to the impeachment of President Trump to free trade in North America to the War Powers Resolution intended to prevent the President from going to war with Iran. Differentiated by their political views, Democrat Kaptur and Republican Latta share the responsibility of representing the Toledo area. Read on for a look at their votes on these bills and their perspectives on the issues.

BOTH REP KAPTUR AND REP LATTA APPEAR ON THE BALLOT AGAIN IN THE MARCH 17TH OHIO PRIMARY ELECTION. TWO ARTICLES OF IMPEACHMENT OF PRESIDENT TRUMP ABUSE OF POWER AND OBSTRUCTION OF CONGRESS

H.R 3 ELIJAH E. CUMMINGS LOWER DRUGS COSTS NOW ACT Passed on December 12th, 2019 Would allow the government/Medicare to negotiate lower prices for certain drugs.

Passed on December 18th, 2019

Marcy Kaptur – Voted For

“H.R. 3 is the most ambitious drug pricing reform bill Congress has ever seen. Our rigged system prioritizes profits for Big Pharma at the expense of working Americans…Our constituents are getting ripped off by the pharmaceutical companies, forced to pay upwards of 4 times more for prescription drugs than people in other countries.

Congress must allow Medicare the ability to negotiate drug prices…I have worked hard over the last year to strengthen this legislation…”

Bob Latta – Voted against

Supports H.R. 19 the Lower Costs, More Cures Act which would reduce prescription drugs costs without government price controls and without limiting the development of new cures From Rep. Latta’s op-ed in the Lima News: “Our plan doesn’t crush investment in the research and development of new cures…Some Democrats have said it is ‘worth it’ to lose new cures in order to pass their partisan plan [H.R. 3]. But when it comes to drugs that improve or save a loved one’s life, we know it is not ‘worth it’. Our bipartisan plan…increases low-cost options for patients by bringing more generic and biosimilar competition to the marketplace faster.”

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The abuse of power charge relates to allegations that the President used his office and aid to Ukraine as leverage to manipulate Ukraine’s President to begin an investigation of the President’s political rival in the upcoming election. The obstruction of Congress charge relates to the President’s refusal to comply with House subpoenas to gather evidence and information while investigating the abuse of power and other charges.

Marcy Kaptur – Voted For

“For the sake of our democracy, we pray impeachment is never necessary. But like so many patriotic Americans in Northern Ohio…I am deeply concerned by President Trump’s systematic betrayal of our values and national security in favor of our adversary Vladimir Putin. Rather than stand up to Putin, President Trump has aided him…by withholding vital military aid to Ukraine to extort their interference in our 2020 election for his personal gain.”

Bob Latta – Voted Against

“This is a sad day for our country…” Rep Latta said on the House floor, “…We have watched this illegitimate impeachment process unfold while making a mockery of our Constitutional duties. House Democrats have conducted the most polarizing impeachment process in our nation’s history…The truth is – there was no pressure put on [Ukraine’s] President Zelensky and the transcripts confirm there was no conditionality. This inquiry has been rigged from the start – lacking fairness, transparency, and truth.”

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Sylvania

MARCY KAPTUR’S 9TH DISTRICT

Toledo Ottawa Hills Oregon Holland Rossford

Monclova Perrysburg

Northwood

BOB LATTA’S 5TH DISTRICT

Millbury

Rep Latta represents Sylvania, Ottawa Hills, Maumee, Perrysburg, Rossford, and parts of Toledo (around Franklin Park Mall and parts of South Toledo). The Toledo area included in Ohio’s 5th congressional district is designated in pink on the map. Rep. Kaptur represents Ohio’s 9th congressional district, which, in the Toledo area, encompasses the bulk of Toledo and Oregon.

Four Score of American Literature

Wayne Franklin and Barbara Mann (editors) Four Score is a peer-reviewed scholarly journal featuring a wide range of topics around the literary culture of the United States starting with the ratification of the Constitution in 1789 through to the death of the “father of American literature,” James Fenimore Cooper in 1851.

IMPLEMENTING THE U.S.-MEXICOCANADA (USMCA) TRADE AGREEMENT TO REPLACE THE NORTH AMERICAN FREE TRADE AGREEMENT (NAFTA)

Price: $39.95

Passed on December 19th, 2019

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This trade agreement modernizes protections for intellectual property and trade secrets, and for labor, collective bargaining, and the environment.

Marcy Kaptur – Voted Against

“As a life-long resident of Toledo…I – along with my constituents – have borne witness to the devastating effects of what corporate America has sold to us as ‘free trade’. Since NAFTA’s passage in the early 90s, communities across America, especially in our industrial heartland, have endured the outsourcing of countless middle-class jobs to Mexico…USMCA is not the answer working people in Northern Ohio deserve.”

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The best life lesson that you learned last year: I learned that being everything to everyone is impossible, but being someone to somebody can be impactful. The impression I leave on someone can last a lifetime, so I make my first impression the best one.

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CHOW LINE Smokehouse 734 BBQ booms in Temperance

By Athena Cocoves

The Toledo-area offers a plethora of restaurants for the casual diner. But, despite a seemingly endless lineup of options, barbecue could seem underrepresented. A handful of restaurants serve smoked meats, but, in our densely saturated restaurant scene, diners could have more access to barbecue, the kingpin of American cuisine.

Fortunately, Sidelines Restaurant Group, the restaurateurs responsible for Sidelines Sports Eatery and Pubs and Lambertville’s Sidelines Italian Grille, agreed. The group flexed its pitmaster prowess in April 2019, opening Smokehouse 734.

Comfortable and casual

Smokehouse 734 is in a spot that formerly housed Nick & Jimmy’s North at 7309 Lewis Ave. in Temperance, MI, less than two miles north of the state line.

Like other Sidelines Restaurant Group eateries, Smokehouse offers a comfortable, casual atmosphere and enough TVs to let everyone see the game.

On our Saturday night visit, the expansive restaurant bustled with a full crowd.

Seating areas with high top tables and an impressive wraparound bar are covered with high ceilings, preventing the noise of the crowd from overpowering our experience.

The cocktail menu touted inexpensive offerings, ranging from $5 to $8. The Smokehouse Bloody Mary ($8) proved big and bad, and the pineapple cranberry sangria ($5) (one of two housemade sangria options) was fruity and subtly spiced.

Sipping our cocktails, we surveyed the dinner menu. Nine appetizer options include smoked sausage lollipops ($7.99) and poutine ($8.99). While tempted by the Kansas City Nachos ($8.99), we surrendered to the housemade brisket chili atop fries, then covered in cheese ($7.99).

Smoked goodness

Smokehouse 734 focuses on the meat, by offering steaks, sandwiches, salads, “Smash Burgers,” pizza, and, the main attraction, Kansas City-style BBQ. While the “Smash Burgers” (made with a house blend of chuck, brisket and short rib) was tempting, we opted to satisfy our cravings with a massive plate of pitsmoked meat.

Smokehouse 734 serves up low and slow BBQ favorites— ribs, chicken, brisket, pulled pork, smoked wings and smoked sausage— all made with houseblended spice rubs. Each meal accompanied by cornbread and two sides. Diners can order a single type of meat or select varied combo plates.

We ordered a half rack of ribs ($16.99), along with a baked potato and a cup of tangy coleslaw. The lightly-sauced St. Louis style ribs were so fall-off-thebone tender that we picked them clean with a fork. We’re sure that someone,

Hearty sandwiches— served on Texas toast and piled high with smoked meat— are a smart choice for those seeking big barbecue flavor, without the big plate.

somewhere makes better ribs, but Smokehouse 734’s ribs went above and beyond our expectations.We enjoyed our “pick three” combo ($18.99), which brought us brisket, smoked sausage and crispy, flash-fried smoked wings, served with impossibly-good baked beans and chunky potato salad. The brisket, very tender with just the right amount of marbling, was a quick favorite. The wellseasoned smoked sausage was an easy second, the casing delivering a pleasant snap with each bite.

Keeping it special

The prices are reasonable, but the ingredients that create this kind of barbecue are an expensive treat. To make the experience more affordable for diners, the restaurant offers a handful of specials, including $7.99 lunches (available from 11am-4pm, Monday-Friday) and

daily dinner specials (like Thursday’s “BBQ for 2,” which features generous portions of two meats, two sides, cornbread and a dessert for $19.99).

Smokehouse 734’s growing carryout and catering business are particularly buzzworthy. The daily “Feast for 4” carryout special includes four types of meat, four sides, four pieces of cornbread and choice of soup or salad for $39.99. Also, online ordering and delivery (available through DoorDash) enable you to enjoy their ribs without ever changing out of your sweatpants. And, trust us, after gorging at Smokehouse 734, sweatpants may just be your closest friend.

Open 11am-11pm, Sunday-Thursday.

11am-midnight, Friday-Saturday.

7309 Lewis Ave., Temperance, MI. 734-224-7056. smokehouse734.com

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POPPERS Culinary Events

From the farm to your fork

Thursday, 2.6

Fresh ingredients are necessary for fine cuisine, and the Farm to Fork Wine Dinner at M’Osteria & Bar proves that. Using produce from Riehm Produce Farm in Tiffin, Chef JT will prepare a six-course meal to demonstrate the wondrous culinary possibilities found in winter crops. Butter Squash Tortellini and Soup, Roasted, Pickled Beets, Martha’s Vineyard Scallops, and more will be paired with fine wines. $65. 6-9pm. Tuesday, February 4.

M’Osteria and Bar, 611 Monroe St. 419-214-4222. mosteriatoledo.com

Tiki Pop Up Bar The Pub

Tiki Bar veteran Joe Schubert comes to the Pub with his signature selection of Mai Tais, Painkillers and more! 5-9pm. 912 Monroe St. 419-280-0708. pub419.com

Friday, 2.7

Charity Chocolate Crawl Downtown Bowling Green

Sample delicious sweets from a variety of BG eateries during this must-attend, annual event hosted by United Way in Wood County. Tickets include an item from all 25+ participating stops, as well as entry into the “After Crawl” party. $20.

4-8pm. 419-352-2390. Unitedwaywoodcounty.org

Saturday, 2.8

Love Potion #Wine Release Benfield Wines

Benfield’s famous “Wine Guy” makes his Love Potion— a Chocolate Raspberry Port— but once a year. Be sure to grab some while you can. Noon9pm. 102 N Main St., Swanton. 419-862-5427.

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9th Annual Chocolate Lover’s Fest Apostolic Restoration Center

A 40-foot buffet of chocolate goodness will be the centerpiece of this annual festival, featuring raffles, door prizes and more. $10. 1-5pm.

303 W. 4th St., Genoa. 419-855-4187. facebook.com/ChocolateLoversFest

Scandinavian Winter Tea Heart Gallery and Studios

Cardamom scones, smoked salmon and hazelnut gato with Nutella cream are just a few of the treats served at this Scandinavianthemed three-course tea. $25. 11am-1pm.

428 N. Erie St., 419-243-4214. facebook.com/HeartGalleryandStudios

Sunday, 2.9

Clean Eating Cooking Class Toledo Yoga

Once Upon a Vine, there was dinner...

Monday, 2.10

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Discover apple cider vinegar drinks, slow cooker Italian chicken, and more during this hands-on experience led by cooking instructor Sandy Earl.

Held off-site. Must pre-register by February 3. $100. 419-531-0006. Toledoyoga.com

8th annual Celebrity Wait Night Zia’s at the Docks

Raise funds and awareness about mental illness during Heart & Soul’s yearly benefit. All proceeds from this year’s event will benefit the Northwest Ohio Psychiatric Hospital, as well as the Thomas M. Wernert Center. RSVP and pay in advance. $35.

6-9pm. 419-764-4387. heartandsoultoledo.com

Tuesday, 2.11

Royal Icing Flooding Class Cake Art Supplies & Bakery

Planning sweet treats for Valentine’s Day? Learn the icing skills you need to make sure they look picture perfect. Register in advance. 18+ only. $40. 6:30-8pm. 2858 W. Sylvania Ave., 419-472-4959. cakeartssupply.com

Thursday, 2.13

Wine and Dine Cooking Class Sofia Quintero Art & Cultural Center

Learn how to make lemon shrimp risotto with grilled asparagus and white wine. Wine is included with the meal. $50. 6-9pm. 1222 Broadway St. 419-241-1655. sqacc.org

Attendees of Once Upon a Vine are treated to an exquisite evening of food and decor, surrounded by the revamped Museum of Natural History. Enjoy cocktails, followed by a delectable five-course meal crafted by some of the area’s finest chefs. Proceeds go to promote the zoo’s mission. $250 per person. 6:30pm. Friday, February 7. Toledo Zoo Museum of Natural History, 2 Hippo Way. 419-385-5721, ext. 2091. toledozoo.org/vine

Enjoy a delicious five-course meal from the food artists at Mancy’s Italian Grill and, perhaps, also get a chance to talk with your late grandma.

Indulge and Divulge treats diners to a five-course meal created by Chef Steve Smith, paired with delicious wines. Mediums Sirena La Point and Lisa Bardoni will sit with customers and reach into the spiritual realm. $150 per person. 6-9pm. Wednesday, February 12. Mancy’s Italian Grill, 5433 Monroe St. 419-351-3304. facebook.com/mancysitaliangrill

Science and wine— a delightful combination

If you love the Imagination Station and you’re old enough to enjoy a fine adult beverage or two, don’t miss Science After Dark. Sample wines from a variety of area wineries, paired with fine locally crafted chocolates. Be one of the first to experience the Station’s Rooms of Illusion exhibit. $25 pre-sale, $30 at the door for members, $35 for non-members. 6pm.

Thursday, February 13. Imagination Station, 1 Discovery Way. 419-244-2674. imaginationstationtoledo.org —JM

Tastings Wednesdays

Sip, Shop & Save Sofo’s Italian Market

Get a taste and see what’s on sale! Prices vary. 5-7pm. 5400 Monroe St. 419-882-8555.

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Thursdays

Wine Tasting Joseph’s Beverage Center

Enjoy a new selection of great wines every week.

6-8pm. 4129 Talmadge Rd., 419-472-1421.

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Fridays

Beer Tasting Joseph’s Beverage Center

Pour into a new brew every week. 5-7pm.

4129 Talmadge Rd., 419-472-1421.

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Wednesday, 1.29

Earnest Brew Works Takes Over Dexter’s

Toledo brewery and taproom, Earnest Brew Works, brings some of its finest beers to Dexter’s.

Meet the masters behind some delicious works of brewing art. 6-11pm. 6023 Manley Rd. 419-865-4482. facebook.com/Dexters419

Thursday, 1.30

Craft Beer Tasting Bottle Shop at Mancy’s Italian

Customer’s Choice Bottle Shop at Mancy’s Italian

Try a craft beer during this weekly tasting.

5:30-7:30pm. 5453 Monroe St., 419-824-2463. mancys.com/#bottleshop

The first six customers get to select the wines that will be tasted. 5:30-7:30pm. 5453 Monroe St., 419-824-2463. mancys.com/#bottleshop

Saturdays

Friday, 1.31

There’s something new to try every week.

2-6pm. 5453 Monroe St., 419-824-2463. mancys.com/#bottleshop

Discover the incredible American wine region.

4:30-7:30pm. 26625 N. Dixie Hwy., 419-872-6900. Waltchurchillsmarket.com

Dollar Sample Saturdays Bottle Shop at Mancy’s Italian

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REEL APPEAL

FILM NOTES

From Silence to Sound

Life After Life

The struggles of three men, who spent decades in prison as they attempt to return to life “on the outside,” are the subject of Life After Life, a documentary screened as part of the Reentry: Restoring Communities Piece by Piece series at the First Unitarian Church of Toledo. Two more films, The Released and Untouchable, will be screened on February 20 and March 5, respectively. In Life After Life, three inmates return home from California’s San Quentin State Prison to face a new world after spending many years behind bars. A panel discussion will follow the film. 7pm.

Thursday, February 6. First Unitarian Church, 3205 Glendale Ave. 419-381-6999. facebook.com/TolPrisonAware Free

World-class musicians score silent film Aelita, Queen of Mars

By Kelly Thompson

On your mark, get set, make a movie

Filmmakers are given 48 hours and several requirements— to film at least one scene in Maumee, to use one specified line of dialogue and to use one designated prop. Then, in two days, they must write, direct, shoot and edit a short film. Follow the rules of the Maumee Film Festival’s 48-Hour Film Challenge, beginning at 6pm at the Maumee Indoor Theater. Finished films will be screened during the 2020 Maumee Film Festival, March 6 and 7. 6pm. Friday, February 7. Maumee Indoor Theater, 601 Conant St., Maumee. 419-897-8902. maumeefilmfestival.com

A CommUNITY of artists

The CommUNITY Film Fest has shared the films made by artists with developmental disabilities since 2015. The 2020 edition of the popular event will feature documentaries, dramas and perhaps even a superhero battle. Come to the Fest and view this year’s entries. 2pm. Sunday, February 9. Maumee Indoor Theater, 601 Conant St., Maumee. 419-897-8902. communityfilmfest.org Free

A celebration of food and faith

A set of four short films, with stories centered around food, will be served up at the Jewish Toledo Winter Flicks’ screening. From a group of senior citizens who celebrate Shabbat at their local Wendy’s, to the history of gefilte fish and the story of a famous lox and herring emporium in New York City, Foodie Shorts will make the heart smile and the mouth water. Free parking, popcorn and water included with the ticket price. $8. 4pm. Sunday, February 9. Lourdes University Franciscan Center. 6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania. 419-724-0362. Jewishtoledo.org —JM

While silent films went out of style with flappers and Prohibition almost 100 years ago, the Toledo Museum of Art’s “Sounds of Silents” series now showcases the art form. At 7pm on Thursday, February 6, the series screens Aelita, Queen of Mars. This 1924 Russian silent film will be accompanied by world-class musicians and composers Marc Ribot and Anthony Coleman. Aelita, a thoroughly strange and touching piece of Soviet science fiction, tells the story of a Mars-bound alien queen and an Earth-bound scientist, and how the pair devises a way to find each other. The musicians have composed themes for the film, but much of what the audience will hear will be improvisation.

Ribot and Coleman have a long history of collaboration, and both bring decades of creative expertise to the stage. Marc Ribot is perhaps best known for his session guitarist work with Tom Waits and others, including Elvis Costello and McCoy Tyner. Performing alongside and/or scoring films since the late ‘80s, the guitarist explained, while there is a fair amount of improvisation in the Aelita score, he also pulled from Soviet revolutionary songs and avantpop to compose what he called the “psychology” of the film.

Behind the music

Ribot emphasized the relatability of music in movies and how that affects his composition process. “There’s a remarkable common language [in music] that came through opera and into Hollywood film. Its amazingly constant,” he said.

This ‘common language’ of film scoring has its roots in romantic music, opera, and orchestral traditions, which Ribot said are all “incorporated in a special way to express unbalanced psychological states; horror, terror, extreme agitation.” He noted the main difference between his work on an experimental rock album versus a film score, is that the latter possesses an element of commonality that much other music lacks.

No matter where in the world someone

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lives, or what their exposure to music may be, they will all recognize certain emotional themes from the music in a movie — this explains, for example, why we tend to tense up when the violins get louder during films.

Marc Ribot

Creating the narrative

“A musician, in film scoring, isn’t just responding to the images on the screen,” Ribot said. “They are understanding [it], they are helping to create the narrative, they’re understanding how the image functions, and adding something that’s necessary, psychologically, for the film.”

TMA Manager of Programs Scott Boberg began the “Sound of Silents” series in 2015, inspired by the museum’s Peristyle Theater, with its 1933 Skinner organ. A unique aspect of the Peristyle’s architecture: It seems to have been built to accommodate the organ, not the other way around, giving credence to the point that the art museum’s whole purpose exists for more than just the visual art visitors usually expect to see.

“The museum, for most people, is visual, but there’s a history of music in its context,” Boberg explains. “Silent film is multisensory; a universal medium.”

“Aelita, Queen of Mars” $5/members, $7/nonmembers, $4/students and military.

7pm. Thursday, February 6.

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

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THEATER

CURTAIN CALL

Holy Toledo, that’s funny

PHOTO CREDIT: JUSTIN SHIVAK

Director Rick Clever says that Jesse Duckworth (pictured here), the actor undertaking the main role of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., has “fallen right into the rhythm of King.”

Pair the mouth-watering casual dining fare of the Holy Toledo! Tavern with an evening of laughs during the latest installment of the Tavern’s Comedy Series with sets by Holly Lynnea, a Louisville-based comedian, and headliner Sal Demilio, a Detroit comic who has worked some of the biggest stages in comedy. $20. 7:30pm. Saturday, February 1. Holy Toledo Tavern, 9 N St Clair St. 419-724-4499. Holytoledohensville.com

Two decades of paying RENT

Jonathan Larson’s wildly popular musical RENT has wowed audiences since 1996. See the “20th Anniversary Tour” of the show— on the road since 2016—in a one-night performance.

The story of seven artists trying to survive, RENT is a musical feast throwback to the mid-90s. $69-$119. 7:30pm. Tuesday, February 4.

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

The heartbreaking tale returns to Toledo

Puccini’s most famous and influential opera, La Boheme, has been a favorite of audiences for over 120 years. Experience the classic and tragic love story with the Toledo Opera’s production.

Set in 19th-century Paris, La Boheme is the tale of a pair of unfortunate lovers at the height of an artistic revolution. La Boheme awes your soul and breaks your heart, all at once. $59-$109.

7:30pm on Friday, February 7. 2:30pm on Sunday, September 9. Valentine Theatre, 410 Adams St. 419-242-2787. Toledoopera.org

You Can Do It!

To The Mountaintop

Hope, healing, faith and redemption

New ACT show puts a human face on an icon

By Jeff McGinnis The man enters his motel room, hoping to rest and write after a long day.

He sends his friend to buy him a pack of cigarettes. He orders room service.

A maid comes to the door and catches his eye. They talk, they flirt. It becomes clear something deeper is happening, and not just because of where this is, when this is and who he is. This is room 306 of the Lorraine Motel, on April 3, 1968. He is Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and this is his last night on Earth.

That sets the scene for The Mountaintop, an enthralling, often funny, frequently controversial play by Katori Hall. Performed in a staged reading by Actors Collaborative Toledo (ACT) on February 15 and 16 at Trinity Episcopal Church, “The Mountaintop is a study of Martin Luther King, Jr. on the night before his assassination,” explains director Rick Clever. “He’s just finished his speech to the Memphis Sanitation Workers, the ‘I have been to the mountaintop’ speech. And it’s just as he’s coming back to his hotel room and working on his next speech, which he has tentatively called ‘Why America is going to hell.’”

On a pedestal

The Martin Luther King depicted in The Mountaintop is not without care.

He is frustrated. He is flawed. He is human. And it’s that depiction that is key to what Hall accomplishes as a playwright, and what Clever and his actors hope to bring to this production.

“We tend to put our heroes on a shelf, in all aspects. We put people on a pedestal and think, because they’re doing these extraordinary things, they’re fighting for these extraordinary causes, that they’re not human, that they don’t have human foibles,” Clever continues.

“The stuff that’s in there is general knowledge. But people don’t usually want that part of King’s life publicized.

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He was a bit of a womanizer. He did drink. He did smoke. And all those things are in the show, but people often don’t want to see the other side of an extraordinary person. They don’t want to see the ordinary— they want to recognize just the extraordinary.”

A member of the ACT board, Clever read the show when the group was considering it for its season. “I was originally brought on just to be the narrator/stage manager,” he said.

“And then Jeff Albright asked me to direct it.”

Experience a divine tale of hope and belief as DkWard Quality Entertainment’s new touring show The Blacker the Berry… makes a stop in Toledo. The story of a bright, ambitious young woman and a series of unfortunate events and an overbearing mother. A gospel story like no other to set toes tapping and hearts soaring. $25. 6pm. Saturday, February 8. Maumee Indoor Theatre, 601 Conant St., Maumee. 419-897-8902.

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A staple of the American comedy scene for over three decades, comedian Rob Schneider returns for onenight at the Funny Bone.

As a Saturday Night Live cast member and through his movie career, including films in the Deuce Bigalow: Male Gigolo series, Schneider’s trademark offbeat humor is a favorite of American audiences. $30. 7pm and 9:45pm.

Thursday, February 13. Toledo Funny Bone, 6140 Levis Commons Blvd. 419-931-3474. toledo.funnybone.com —JM

Into the rhythm

Though the show will be nominally a reading, with the actors sometimes carrying scripts, that doesn’t mean that they aren’t making an effort to embody their roles— particularly Jesse Duckworth, who undertakes the crucial role of King himself.

“He’s fallen right into the rhythm of King,” Clever said. “Everybody knows, his speeches are so out there, everything has been taped, recorded, played back. And Jesse’s really working hard to be King, but also to make the role his character of King. It’s not an imitation, it’s Jesse’s portrayal of Dr. King.”

Some may see putting a human face on one of the 20th Century’s most idolized figures as being disrespectful to the man and what he accomplished.

But to Clever, the show’s message is the exact opposite. “My thoughts are, I think it’s more inspiring that, yes, he is an ordinary person. You are an ordinary person. You can do extraordinary things as an ordinary person,” Clever says, adding, “Everybody’s human and everybody can do those extraordinary things.” $10 in advance, $12 at the door. 8pm.

Saturday, February 15. 3pm. Sunday, February 16. Trinity Episcopal Church, 316 Adams St. 419-205-0409. act419.org

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BOOK NOTES

ART TO HEART

Grab a pile of new favorite books

Expand your “to-be-read” stack of books at a low cost at the Sanger Friends of the Library Book Sale. Peruse hundreds of gently-used books looking for new homes at prices of $1 or less. Grab a shopping bag and head to Sanger for some good reads.

9am-4:30pm. Saturday, February 1. 1-4pm. Sunday, February 2. Sanger Branch Library, Meeting Room A&B, 3030 W Central Ave. 419-259-5370. Toledolibrary.org

Enjoy Wine and Words with Lady Darby’s creator

Perrysburg’s Suburban Bottle welcomes everyone to their book club, Wine and Words Beer and Books. Meetings, the first Tuesday of every month, provide a chance to discuss a book while enjoying an adult beverage. In February, Daphne’s award-winning author Anna Lee Huber will discuss her book The Anatomist’s Wife. $25 (includes a copy of the book). 6:30pm.

Tuesday, February 4. The Suburban Bottle, 218 Louisiana Ave. 419-931-9946. suburbanbottle.com

Kitchen Yarns woven by Hood

With more than a dozen novels to her credit, Ann Hood expanded her repertoire with Kitchen Yarns: Notes on Life, Love and Food, a collection of essays accompanied by a selection of recipes. Hood will appear at the Marathon Center in Findlay where she’ll discuss Kitchen Yarns. $15 to attend the discussion, $63 includes dinner.

5:30pm dinner, 7:30pm discussion. Thursday, February 6. Marathon Center for the Performing Arts, 200 W. Main Cross, Findlay.

419-423-2787. Mcpa.org

A translucent, yet uncertain future

Tales of an addict’s struggle, and effect on family

A story of addiction, heartbreak and hope is at the core of Spoons and Needles, a debut novel by Jennifer Cannon. Gathering Volumes hosts and event to discuss the book, with Cannon. Told from multiple perspectives, Spoons and Needles examines the effect that addiction can have on a family, and how society’s views of an addict affect others.

2:30-4pm. Saturday, February 8. Gathering Volumes, 196 E. S. Boundary, Perrysburg. 657-336-6188. gatheringvolumes.com Free —JM

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The Blair Museum of Lithophanes looks for new home

By Jeff McGinnis Since 1993, the world’s largest collection of lithophanes (19th-century translucent porcelain plaques) has been housed in Toledo at The Blair Museum of Lithophanes. One of the city’s unique attractions, the Museum moved to the campus of the Toledo Botanical Gardens in 2002, where it has attracted locals and international visitors for the last 18 years. That may soon change, however, as the future for the Museum and its collection (donated by the late-Laurel Blair) is uncertain.

On October 14, the Blair Museum issued a press release announcing that the Museum would soon close its doors, as it was being forced to find a new home. “The Museum has been asked to leave by the Metroparks,” the press release explained. “The Metroparks took over ownership of the Toledo Botanical Garden early (in 2019). The Blair Museum’s Lithophane Collection is currently owned by the City of Toledo.”

Gretchen DeBacker, legislative director for the City of Toledo, said that any pronouncements of the permanent closure of the Museum at its current location are premature. While the Metroparks organization has expressed interest in using the space for other purposes, DeBacker says that there is no immediate plan in place to relocate the Museum.

Timeline for moving

Julia LaBay Darrah, curator and director of the Blair Museum, states that there is, indeed, an imminent timeline for the Museum’s closure. According to Darrah, during a Museum Board meeting in the fall of 2019, the Museum was told that it had one year from the signing of the new agreement with the Metroparks to find a new home. The agreement was signed in September 2019. “I know that, according to the Metroparks, we have a timeline that has started tick-

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ing, and we need to be out definitely by September of 2020,” Darrah said.

Lifelong work

The Museum’s collection was compiled by Laurel Gotshall Blair, a Toledo native who passionately acquired pieces of the unique works of art for most of his adult life. Lithophanes are molded porcelain plaques formed from a wax model, with carved details. Assembling over 2,400 pieces in his lifetime, Blair donated the collection to the City in 1993, shortly before his death. Currently, the Museum space displays some of the thousands of lithophanes while providing storage for the entire collection.

The collection found a home at the Toledo Botanical Gardens in 2002, as a Museum with a limited seasonal schedule. Part of Metroparks’ goal in finding a new home for the Blair Museum lies in a desire to use the space to bolster the Botanical Gardens’ national reputation.

“The Museum occupies a building in a prime location... We’re looking for something (to occupy the Museum’s current space) that is a more year-round attraction that will be more engaging, to get to that [nationally-known] level that we’re hoping for,” said Scott Carpenter of Metroparks.

Preserving local history

Despite the uncertainty of the collection’s future, the preservation and ultimate destination of The Blair’s pieces remain a priority for the City, DeBacker sxplained. “We are diligently working on finding a new location,” she said. “We have several options that are in the pipeline.”

“Our main goal is to keep [the collection] in Toledo because it’s part of Toledo history. Our focus is trying to establish a location here,” Julia Darrah agreed.

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ART EVENTS At the Galleries

(Free unless otherwise noted)

Anila Quayyum Agha: Between Light and Shadow - The Pakistani-American artist’s three gallery-sized installations use light, shadow, and shape to create gorgeous, intricate patterns that flutter onto walls, the ceiling and visitors. On view through February 9. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St., 419-255-8000. Toledomuseum.org

Sunday, 2.2

Intro to Crochet - Learn how to turn a ball of yarn into a beautiful scarf, blanket and more with just a hook, time and some knowhow. $30.

11am-1:30pm. Handmade Toledo, 1717 Adams St. 419-214-1717. handmadetoledo.com

Jason DeBose: They Left 150 Years Ago - The California-born fine art photographer, now based in Helsinki, explores how 19th-century Finnish migrants impacted the culture of the Great Lakes region in this exhibit. On view through February 18. Heart Gallery and Studios, 428 N. Erie St., 419-243-4214. heartgalleryandstudios.com

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An Intense exhibit

Tuesday, 2.4

Pottery Classes - The first session of courses being offered by the Sofia Quintero Art and Cultural Center are now being held every Tuesday evening. $160 for 8-week course. 6-8pm. Jose Martinez Memorial Galeria, 1222 Broadway St. 419-241-1655. Sqacc.org

Peace Love & Profanity Round 2 - Attendees are encouraged to engage in their lewd side at this adults-only evening where pottery will be created featuring offensive— and funny— sayings. Cost varies depending on the materials used. 6:30pm. Peace Love and Pottery Studio, 6750 Sylvania Ave., Sylvania. 419-517-4414. peaceloveandpotterystudio.com

Wednesday, 2.5

Friday, 1.31

Flashlight Tours: The Look of Love - Four sessions are available for these adults-only, afterhours docent-led tours of the TMA collection.

Enjoy a complimentary sparkling drink to toast the evening. Advance registration is required. $25, members. $30, nonmembers. $15, students/ military. 9pm. February 6, 7, 13 and 14. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St., 419-255-8000.

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8th Annual Cancer Survivor Art Show - Pieces created by cancer survivors in a wide variety of genres and forms will be on display, with many of the artists present to discuss their work. 4-6pm.

Friday, January 31. 1-3pm. Saturday, 1-3pm.

The Victory Center, 5532 W Central Ave., Suite B. 419-531-7600. Thevictorycenter.org

PHOTO CREDIT: DEBORAH ORLOFF, UTOLEDO DEPARTMENT OF ART, 2020.

2020 Art Faculty Show: Opening Reception See the fantastic work by 15 instructors from The University of Toledo Department of Art, on view through February 21. The opening reception will be held from 6-8pm. The Center for the Visual Arts, 620 W. Grove Pl., 419-530-8300. utoledo.edu/as/art Free

The Anthony Wayne Area Arts Commission aims to change the way you think about garbage and clothes— by making one out of the other.

Trash the Runway, on March 7, will allow area designers to present fashionable outfits made out of trash and recyclables. A $200 prize will be given to the winning designer. The evening will also feature wine tastings, a silent auction, cash bar and more. Interested designers must be registered by February 22. $25 for AWAAC members, $30 for non-members. 6-9pm. Saturday, March 7. StoryPoint Waterville, 1470 Pray Blvd., Waterville. 567-686-6921. awaac.org

Memorable art at River House

Face to Face: Seeing The Self in Others - This exhibit features work by two Toledo creatives: James Dickerson, a street photographer known as dirtykics, and Yusuf Lateef, artist and co-founder of Radiant City Arts. On view through February 26.

Maumee Valley Country Day School Wolfe Gallery, 1715 S. Reynolds Rd., 419-381-1313. Mvcds.org Lindsey Johnson: Nature of the Burn - More than 25 pieces by 24-year-old artist Johnson— working in the ancient wood-burning art of Pyrography— are on display through February 21. Perrysburg Municipal Building, 201 W Indiana Ave., Perrysburg. 419-872-7900. Mainart-ery.com

Making fashion out of trash

Visiting Artist: Sheree Hovsepian - Hear from the Iran-born, Toledo-raised and NYC-based photographer, sculptor and collage artist about her internationally-renown work. 10-11:30am.

The Center for the Visual Arts, 620 W. Grove Pl., 419-530-8300. utoledo.edu/as/art Free

L. Sue Szabo has spent 30 years making a living— and art— with her hands. A practicing physician since 1988, Szabo has also studied art and learned the delicate techniques of metalsmithing. Her work has appeared in several prominent exhibits and numerous books over the years.

The public can sample her remarkable creations, both metal works and jewelry, at her new exhibit Intense Adornment at 20 North Gallery. Noon-4pm. Wednesday through Saturday. On view through March 28. 20 North Gallery, 18 N. St. Clair St. 419-241-2400. 20northgallery.com Free

A pair of complimentary art exhibitions will wow attendees at River House Arts gallery now through March. Another Roadside Attraction displays the work of nine different artists in a variety of disciplines. The exhibit’s curator, Lane Cooper, is an artist who uses photographs to create bizarre, dreamlike canvases.

Her work will be displayed in a separate exhibition, entitled Memory Palace, also on display at the gallery, through March 14. River House Arts Gallery, 425 Jefferson St. 419-441-4025. river-house-arts.com Free

Thursday, 2.6

Friday, 2.7

Crossroads - This juried art exhibition features an array of original works created within the last three years. Prizes will be awarded, with the winning artist receiving an invitation to be the focus of a solo exhibition at a future date.

Hosted by the Center for Fine and Performing Arts and River House Arts. On view through March 20. Walter E Terhune Gallery, 30335 Oregon Rd., Perrysburg. 567-661-2721. riverhousearts.com Orchid Show: Stories and Species of the Victorian Era - More than 1,600 orchids will be on display, with the history and cultural relevance of many of the rarest and exotic examples of the flower taking center stage throughout the Zoo’s Museum of Natural History and the Aquarium. On view through February 23. Free with admission.

10am-4pm, daily. The Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way. 419-385-5721. Toledozoo.org

Saturday, 2.1

Utopia: A Visual Storytelling of Our Home - As part of the 2020 bicentennial celebration of Wood County, this new exhibit features work from photographer Taylor Houpt Ayres, who traveled across Wood County on a quest to create a visual story of her home. On view through December 18, 2020. $7, adults. $6, seniors and military. $3, ages 6-12. Free for members and ages 5 and under. 10am-4pm, Monday-Friday. 1-4pm, Saturday-Sunday. Wood County Historical Center & Museum, 13660 County Home Rd., Bowling Green. 419-352-0967. woodcountyhistory.org

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First Friday Art Walk - Visit over 20 different art venues, restaurants and businesses in the Red Bird Arts District during this monthly walk through downtown Sylvania featuring live performances, special exhibitions and more. 5-8pm. Downtown Sylvania. 419-517-0118. sylvaniaarts.org Free

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LISTEN HEAR Maumee Migration Erin Zindle & The Ragbirds migrate to Maumee for a long-awaited live show.

The Ann Arbor global folk-rock quartet lands at The Village Idiot January 31 for a soaring two-set performance, their first appearance at the venue in nearly a decade. The show will also double as Zindle’s birthday celebration.

A special place

“The Village Idiot has a special place in our hearts because for many years we played there on a regular basis. It’s a venue that has a lot of energy and dancing, and it was always a place that we would expect to see a lot of friends,” said Zindle, the band’s frontwoman, violinist and multi-instrumentalist.

“A lot has changed since then in our presentation, not just in our sound, but in the way that we do our shows. We are quite a different band, but still with the same heart and energy. We do four-part harmonies, we have new material, and we pay much more attention to our stage performance.”

Last fall, Zindle and her bandmates, including brother TJ (guitar, vocals), Shannon Wade (bass, vocals) and Loren Kranz (drums, vocals), updated the

band’s name, Erin Zindle & The Ragbirds (previously they were known as The Ragbirds) and released new music.

Throughout the band’s 15-year history, Erin Zindle & The Ragbirds have maintained a passionate grassroots fan base by continually reinventing themselves with an evolving sound while remaining rooted in the high-energy sphere of world-based folk-rock. They’ve shifted their sound to include more melodic components along with uplifting vocals, edgy guitars and groovy rhythms.

New tunes

The group's latest single, “Curious,” features those infectious melodic components, and will be included on a new EP later this year. An aspirational track, “Curious” weaves wah-wah guitars, piano chords and upbeat vocals to overcome the stigma of aging with newfound wisdom. It’s the band’s first new material since releasing a full-length album, The Threshold & The Hearth in 2016.

“We’re geared up to record and release at least an EP, if not an album. Last year was a year of output for me just personally getting the songs out,” Erin said.

“I was writing one to three songs a week

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Erin Zindle & The Ragbirds Return to The Village Idiot

By Lori Stratton

The Ann Arbor global folk-rock quartet will make their first live appearance at The Village Idiot in nearly a decade on January 31. last year. It was a year of collecting and starting to regroup and figuring out our new sound.”

The band’s January 31 performance will feature new tracks as well as past favorites from their extensive catalog along with a special backdrop, lighting and sound elements for an enchanting live show. “We’ve already been doing so many new songs. Some of our fans lately have been asking for some of the older songs, so we’re going to try them out,” Zindle said.

The band has plans to tour regionally and nationally this spring and summer.

The 15-year touring veterans have stops

booked in Michigan, across the Midwest and in some western states to see longtime fans.

“As we’ve grown, we’re the kind of band that always pays attention, takes notes and strives to improve. That’s the reason why we’ve kept doing it over the years, while we kept improving, and I think those are things you don’t see in a lot of bands,” Zindle said.

Erin Zindle & The Ragbirds 10pm. Friday, January 31 The Village Idiot, 309 Conant St. in Maumee Ages 21 and up Tickets: $10 at Eventbrite

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Highlighted events indicates our picks for the week

WEDNESDAY 1.29 Art & Performance Center: Songwriters Listening Room: Fred Sights (musician/author) All Star Music: Drum Circle (jam) Caribbean Breeze: Open Mic Night (amateur) Durty Bird: Ross Thompson Solo (jazz, pop) Georgjz419: Karaoke on Adams (amateur) Local Thyme: Jeff Stewart (acoustic/rock) Maumee Bay Brewing: Tip Jar (rock/jam) Sodbuster Bar: Ragtime Rick and the Chefs of Dixieland (jazz) Stubborn Brother Pizza Bar: Chris Shutters (blues/rock) Village Idiot: Andrew Ellis (Americana) Ye Olde Cock & Bull: Danny Mettler (singer/songwriter)

THURSDAY 1.30 Bar 145: DJ Adubb (dance, electronic) Barr’s Public House: Kaiden and Big C (of Distant Cousinz) Bier Stube: Karaoke (amateur) Bronze Boar: Jake Pavlica (country/rock) Durty Bird: Swingmania (swing/jazz) Levi & Lilac’s: Tony Salazar (acoustic) Mutz: Karaoke (amateur) Ottawa Tavern: Emo Night hosted by Ian Reiter (alternative rock) Plate One: Open Mic Night (amateur) Six-Fifths Distilling: Mark Mikel (singer/songwriter, jam)

Toledo Museum of Art: Max Boyle

Former contestant on NBC’s “The Voice,” Max Boyle kicks off the first of the Promedica Winter Concert Series.

Kyndal Inskeep will open the show. $15-$25. 7-10om. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org (pop) Village Idiot: Jake Pilewski Duo (acoustic/rock) Ye Olde Cock & Bull: Captian Sweet Shoes (covers, acoustic)

FRIDAY 1.31 Bar 145: Jukebox (pop/rock cover band) Barr’s Public House: Rick Caswell and Pete Kharchenko (blues/country) Bier Stube: Grape Smugglers (blues/rock) Bronze Boar: Lone Wolf Hippies (rock) Dexter’s: Sugar Pax (jam/covers) Distillery: The 25’s (rock) Durty Bird: Straight Up (jazz) Griffin Hines Blues Farm: Abbigale Rose (acoustic/guitar) Hollywood Casino: 56DAZE (party band) Howards Club H: The Buzz Anderson Project (blues/jazz) Jed’s Sylvania: See Alice (rock) Kip’s Retro: MAS FiNA (dance) Levi & Lilac’s: Aaron Krott (acoustic guitar) Local Thyme: Cory + Lindsey (acoustic pop/rock) Majestic Oak Winery: EZ Pickens (folk/rock) Manhattan’s: Tim Oehlers (singer/songwriter) Mutz: Steve Kennedy (rock) Ottawa Tavern: Awake at Last (rock) Papa’s Tavern: Steel Lily (pop/rock) Sneaky Pete’s: The JT Hayden Project (Southern rock/county)

Stranahan Theater: Brett Young

The country star recently released his sophomore album “Ticket to L.A.” Plan to hear the top hits and singles during this “Chapters” tour stop. VIP options available. $10-$240. 8-11pm. Stranahan Theater, 4645 Healtherdowns Blvd.

419-381-8851. stranahantheater.com (country) Third Street Cigar: Aaron Hertzfeld (singer/songwriter) The Pub: Ramona Collins (jazz)

SATURDAY 2.1 Bar 145: Flip Cup All Stars (pop/rock) Barr’s Public House: John Barile & Bobby May (acoustic) Bier Stube: The Skittle Bots (90’s cover)

BGSU: Boris Berman performance

The acclaimed pianist will present a recital as part of the David D. Dubois Piano Festival. $8. 8-9:30pm. Bowling Green State University, 1001 E. Wooster St., Bowling Green. 419-372-2531.

Bgsu.edu (classical) Collingwood Arts Center: A Touch of Magic (violin/drums) Curtice Hy-Flash: Hey Wire Band (rock) Dexter’s: Sugar Pax (jam/covers) Durty Bird: Chloe & the Steel Strings (alternative/indie) Fire Station Bar & Grill: Mike Williams (jazz) Gillig Winery: Klashing Back (pop/rock) Kip’s Retro: Red Carpet Crashers (top-40 cover band) Levi & Lilac’s: Rick Caswell Local Thyme: Kaiden Chase (acoustic guitar) Mutz: Meghan Oberle (songwriter/guitar) Ottawa Tavern: Mutilatred, Outside and More (metal, various) The Polish Ostrich: Hip Hop Saturdays (hip hop) Sneaky Pete’s: The Cheeks (classic rock) Sodbuster Bar: BOFFO (funk) Taste Wine Bar: 3RingsLeft (alt pop) The Polish Ostrich: Hip Hop Saturdays (hip-hop) Ye Olde Cock & Bull: Fu5ion (pop/rock)

SUNDAY 2.2 Bellwether at Toledo Spirits: Ben Stalets, Violent Bloom (folk/R&B, pop) Mutz: Neo-Soul Sundays (neo-soul) Sodbuster Bar: Bobby May and Friends (rock)

Toledo Museum of Art: Great Performances: Michael Boyd

Professor of Piano at the University of Toledo, Boyd will perform in this recital at the Great Gallery. 3-4pm. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free (classical)

MONDAY 2.3 All Star Music: Ukulele Jam Session (jam)

TUESDAY 2.4 Rocky’s: Open Jam with Joel Hazzard, Brad Billmaier and Devin Krueger (variety) Sodbuster Bar: Ragtime Rick and the Chefs of Dixieland (jazz)

WEDNESDAY 2.5 Art & Performance Center: Songwriters Listening Room: Christa McCutchen (singer/songwriter) Bar 145: Steve Kennedy Duo (rock) Caribbean Breeze: Open Mic Night (amateur) Georgjz419: Karaoke on Adams (amateur) Local Thyme: Johnny Rodriguez (acoustic guitar) Manhattan’s: Jon B. Roth (jam rock) Maumee Bay Brewing: Tip Jar (rock/jam) Music Go Round: Jeremy Holloway (singer/songwriter) Stubborn Brother Pizza Bar: Brad Tober (guitarist) Ye Olde Cock & Bull: Danny Mettler (singer/songwriter)

THURSDAY 2.6 Bar 145: DJ Ian Thomas (dance, electronic) Barr’s Public House: Arctic Clam (rock) Bier Stube: Karaoke (amateur) Levi & Lilac’s: Addison Schmidt (jazz) Mutz: Karaoke (amateur) Plate One: Open Mic Night (amateur)

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Six-Fifths Distilling: Mark Mikel (singer/songwriter, jam)

The Spotlight Lounge: Thursday Night Live featuring Eleven

The night begins with karaoke from 8-10pm, followed by a live performance from Eleven.

Enjoy $2 burgers and drink specials while rockin’ out. $5. 6-11:30pm. 710 S. Reynolds Rd. 419-787-0532. @thespotlightlounge on Facebook. (hard rock) Village Idiot: Motherfolk (indie rock) Ye Olde Cock & Bull: Captian Sweet Shoes (covers, acoustic)

FRIDAY 2.7 Bar 145: Noisy Neighbors (alternative/rock) Barr’s Public House: Frank May (bassist) Bier Stube: Karaoke (amateur) Distillery: In My Opinion (rock/country) Fleetwood’s Tap Room: Kyle White (acoustic, songwriter)

Holland Haus: Wildfire Relief Fundraiser

Funds from this show go directly to Austrailia’s volunteer fire department. Party for a cause as Mat Kerekes, Outside, MEKA, and Tranquility perform. $5 suggested donation. 7-10pm.

1715 N. Holland Sylvania Rd. facebook.com/ HollandHaus419 (punk/rock) Hollywood Casino: Nine Lives (dance) Kip’s Retro: Sweet Tea Band (country/rock) Levi & Lilac’s: Cindy Slee (singer/songwriter) Mutz: Stephen Woolley (rock/soul) Six-Fifths Distilling: Lucian T (singer/songwriter) Sneaky Pete’s: The JT Hayden Project (Southern rock/county) Sodbuster Bar: GreenAcre Sessions (acoustic) The Pub: Abbigale & The Old Reliables (variety) Toledo Museum of Art: Hector Mendoza (Latin/jazz) Ye Olde Cock & Bull: Barile & May, Distant Cousinz (rock)

SATURDAY 2.8 Barr’s Public House: Picking Kelley (acoustic) Benfield Wines: EZ Pickens (folk/rock) Bier Stube: Karaoke (amateur) Bronze Boar: Echo Record (rock) Curtice Hy-Flash: JT Hayden Band (country/rock) Gillig Winery: Gene Zenz (singer/songwriter) Kip’s Retro: Random Act (rock) Levi & Lilac’s: Frank May (bassist) Manhattan’s: Stephen Woolley (rock/soul) Marathon Center: McCartney Project (McCartney Cover Band) Mutz: The Buzz Anderson Project (blues/jazz) Papa’s Tavern: Christa McCutchen (jam/covers) Sneaky Pete’s: Streetwize (classic rock, country) Sodbuster Bar: Blue Hook (retro rock) The Polish Ostrich: Date Night with Icewater, T-Sk333, Terrance Anthony, Shayla Chantel, Bunz B, 2wo - Tone, Vuynsha (R&B) The Pub: The Palatinos (rockabilly) Ye Olde Cock & Bull: Sugar Pax (dance)

REBIRTH OF THE BLUES TUESDAY, 2.4 - SATURDAY, 2.29

The longest-running blues celebration in Michigan returns for another year of performances and historical perspective. The 33rd Black History Month Blues Series with a series of free concerts around the city. From Chicgao’s Lil’ Ed & The Blues Imperials (February 4), to a rare solo concert by Adam Weiner (February 18), the Series culminates in The Big Gig! (February 29), headlined by Thornetta Davis and Toronzo Cannon. All concerts begin at 7pm.

Various venues and dates. 734-241-5770. monroe.lib.mi.us/blues Free

JAZZ DU JOUR’

SATURDAY, 2.8 / BROOKWOOD METROPARK Created by the son of a Motown musician and inspired by a Parisian Jazz great, Django Reinhardt, Andrew Brown’s Djangophonique is a one-of-a-kind musical experience. Enjoy soothing jazz favorites and fast-paced swing pieces as Brown and his band run the gamut. $15. 7-9pm.

Metroparks Toledo Brookwood Facility, 5604 Swan Creek Dr. 419-407-9700. metroparkstoledo.com

NIGHT SESSION AT THE BAY SATURDAY, 2.8 / MAUMEE BAY LODGE

An evening of bold and brassy big band sounds will blow you away when Big Band Night at the Bay hosts local favorites the Night Session Big Band Orchestra. Package includes a night’s stay at the lodge, a buffet dinner for two and all the dancing you can handle. $209. 5:30-10pm.

1400 State Park Rd., Oregon. 419-836-1466. maumeebaylodge.com —JM

SUNDAY 2.9 The Bellwether at Toledo Spirits: Jason Quick Trio (blues, jazz) Civic Music Hall: The Everyday Losers (hard rock) Marathon Center: Pops Concert Mutz: Neo-Soul Sundays (neo-soul) Sodbuster Bar: Bobby May and Friends (rock) Toledo Museum of Art: BGSU Faculty Recital (classical)

WEDNESDAY 2.12 Bar 145: Frank May and Jon Roth Caribbean Breeze: Open Mic Night (amateur) Georgjz419: Karaoke on Adams (amateur) Local Thyme: Bob Stevens (guitar) Manhattan’s: Chris Knopp (jam/acoustic) Maumee Bay Brewing: Tip Jar (rock/jam)

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SATURDAY, 2.1 / HILTON GARDEN INN

Sunday, 2.9

Dust off your finest vintage duds and party like it’s 1929 at the Puttin’ on the Ritz for Rotary Park fundraiser on February 1 at the Hilton Garden Inn. Hosted by the Perrysburg Rotary Club, the event will feature a lively evening of casino-style gaming, with the proceeds going toward the construction of a new Pavilion at the Perrysburg Rotary Community Park. Channel your inner Gatsby and have an unforgettable night. $100 in advance, $125 at the door.

6-10pm. 6165 Levis Commons Blvd. 419-873-0700. toledoperrysburg.hgi.com

THE COOLEST EVENT IN TOWN FRIDAY, 2.7 & SATURDAY, 2.8 / BOWLING GREEN

Looking to escape the cold? Too bad, Old Man Winter will be around for a while yet, so embrace the chill at Bowling Green’s annual Winterfest Chillabration. This community-wide extravaganza features a slew of public events including skating at the Slater Family Ice Arena, a Chocolate Crawl through area retailers, live ice carving demonstrations and even a Frozen 5k Skate to raise money for the Scott Hamilton CARES Foundation. Various locations and times. 419-372-0000. winterfestBGOhio.com —JM

[community] Bluff Street Village Project Presentation Discuss this new project, aimed at reclaiming an abandoned street to create homes for low-income families. 11:30am-12:30pm. Trinity Episcopal Church, 316 Adams St. 419-243-1231. trinitytoledo.org Free

[lit] Uncloistered Poetry - Nick Gardner and more poets will read from their work at this month’s installment, with an open mic following the featured performers. 6-9pm. Calvino’s Restaurant and Wine Bar, 3143 W Central Ave. 419-531-5100. Calvinostoledo.com

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Sunday, 2.2

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Denny Schaffer Winter Dance Party - Bust out your best 80s and 90s outfits for this period dance party with proceeds benefiting Veterans Matter. $25-35. 8pm-midnight. SeaGate Centre, 401 Jefferson Ave. 419-255-3300. veteransmatter.org

Super Bowl LIV Watch Party - Enjoy great food, music, beer, a 50/50 raffle and door prizes while watching the game! BYOB. 3pm. UAW Local 14, 5411 Jackman Rd.

Thursday, 2.6 [lit]

Monday, 2.10

[theater] Glass City Improv Presents: The Monthly The remarkable improvisational talents of Erin Kanary and Nick Morgan will take center stage as GCI creates a whole evening’s show based on one audience suggestion. $10. 8:30pm. Studio A at the Valentine Theater, 410 Adams St. 419-407-6082. glasscityimprov.com

Saturday, 2.1

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Punch Winter in the Face Party - The February edition of LifeLine Toledo’s monthly community dinner will be summer-themed, with outdoor grilling, Beach Boys music and more. 5:30pm2:30am. LifeLine Toledo, 2040 Collingwood Blvd.

419-806-6617. lifelinetoledo.com

[theater] Bridges of Madison County - The beloved novel takes to the stage in this production by the Perrysburg Musical Theater Company. $15.

7pm. Also performing February 2 at 2pm. Owens Community Center for Fine and Performing Arts, 7270 Biniker Rd., Perrysburg.

Perrysburgmusicaltheatre.org A Touch of Magic - The sublime string-playing of David’s Violin, coupled with the soul-stirring dance of the Djobi Ensemble, will make this show a truly magical experience. $16. 7-9:30pm.

Collingwood Arts Center, 2413 Collingwood Blvd.

419-244-2787. Collingwoodartscenter.org

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Get shorts-y See fifteen Oscar-nominated movies in the refined luxury of Ann Arbor’s Michigan Theater at this annual screening Oscar-nominated shorts, including nominees for Best Animated Short, Best Live Action Short and Best Documentary Short. An event no movie lover can miss. $10.50. 6pm, Friday, January 31. Noon, Saturday, February 1. Michigan Theater, 603 East Liberty Street, Ann Arbor. 734-668-8397

Bestie Bash - Get your kid and their best friend together for this party featuring snacks, cupcake decorating, karaoke and much more! $15.

1-4pm. Handmade Toledo, 1717 Adams St. 419-214-1717. handmadetoledo.com Sunday Jam Sessions - Head to Club 300’s for the sounds of blues/rock/pop/everything group Katch Band. This raucous evening is held every 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month and comes accompanied by a buffet-style dinner. Club 300 has long been one of the Glass City’s best-hidden secrets, so it’s time for you to get acquainted! $10. 5:30-8:30pm. 3304 Collingwood Blvd.

419-902-0084. facebook.com/club300inc

Poetry Reading Thursday - Cocklebur Press and Gathering Volumes present this monthly event, with featured poetry readers Adrian Lime and Johnie McIntire followed by an open mic. 5:30-7pm. Gathering Volumes, 196 E. S. Boundary St., Perrysburg.

567-336-6188. toledopoet.com Free

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

[community] Protest and Sport - A presentation about the long history of protests within the world of sports and the effectiveness of these demonstrations in spreading their message to fans. 6:30-8pm.

South Branch Library, 1736 Broadway St. 419-259-5395. Dsanwo.org Free

Putting a stamp on the art world An archive of interviews from Nia King’s podcast We Want the Airwaves, the book series Queer & Trans Artists of Color captures perspectives on life and the creative process from individuals whose contributions are often ignored. This event, hosted by the Stamps School of Art & Design, will feature a group discussion with artists micha cardénas (who is interviewed in Queer and Trans Artists of Color) and Darryl DeAngelo Terrell. 2pm.

Saturday, February 8. Stamps Gallery, 201 S Division St. 734-764-0397. stamps.umich.edu Free —JM

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Greater Toledo Auto Show - Come and see some of the greatest models of cars of all types in an enormous display full of fun for the whole family. $8 for adults, $6 for students, seniors and online buyers. Thursday, February 6 through Sunday, February 9. 3-9pm, Thursday. Noon-9pm, Friday. 10am-9pm, Saturday. 10am-5p, Sunday.

SeaGate Convention Centre, 401 Jefferson Ave. 800-686-9100. toledoautoshow.org

Friday, 2.7 [theater] The Flick - A Pulitzer Prize-winning drama about employees of a movie theater hoping to see one of the last 35mm film projections in the state. $18, $12 for seniors. February 8-16. 7:30pm, Fridays-Saturdays. 2pm, Sundays. UT Center for Performing Arts, 1910 W. Rocket Dr. utoledo.tix.com

Saturday, 2.8 [misc.]

International Cat Show - Amazing cats are on the prowl. Discover a variety of breeds and shop gifts from vendors during this purr-fect weekend. $5. 9am-4pm, Saturday and Sunday.

Lucas County Rec Center, 2901 Key St., Maumee. toledocatshow.com

The Public - Emilio Estevez’s sensitive drama about a homeless sit-in during a frigid Cincinnati evening will be screened at this event held in the McMaster Center at the Main Library. 6:45pm.

Main Library, 325 Michigan St. 419-259-5200. toledolibrary.org Free

Tuesday, 2.11 [film] Remembering Hells Canyon - A look at America’s deepest gorge and “most dangerous mail route,” this film about the legendary path along the Oregon and Idaho border is presented by the Kiwanis Club of Tecumseh. $7. 7:30-10:30pm.

Tecumseh Center for the Arts, 400 N Maumee St., Tecumseh, MI. 517-423-6617. Thetca.org

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Tree Workshop - The Wood Soil and Water Conservation District will host its annual tree workshop for landowners, as part of its tree seedling sale running through February 28.

6:30pm. Agricultural Incubator Foundation, 13737 Middleton Pike. 419-354-5517.

Woodswcd.com Free

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Wednesday, 2.12 [misc.] eCommerce and Cocktails - As the world of eCommerce continually evolves, businesses need assistance in keeping up with the pace of change. Learn about the latest trends in online business and how to take advantage of the opportunities during this mixer hosted by Spaceship Commerce Agency. 5-7pm. Souk Mediterranean Kitchen and Bar, 139 S Huron St. 567-777-7685. soukkitchenbar.com Free

Sunday, 3.1 [film] 50 Hour Challenge Registration Deadline Filmmakers interested in participating in the Tree City Film Festival’s 50 Hour Challenge must be registered by March 1 for the kickoff event on Friday, March 6. $45 for a team, $35 for a student team. Registration is due by 9pm. Sylvania Community Arts Commission, 5725 Main St., Sylvania. 419-517-0118. sylvaniarts.org

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TOLEDO ACCORDING TO...

Three negative adjectives to describe Toledo, three positive adjectives to describe Toledo: Complacent, complacent, complacent.

Stephen Black Writer/producer/ photographer/visual artist

Years lived in Toledo: I was born in Toledo in the last century. I have always returned here, but I have been away a lot.

Growing, surprising, revitalized.

The Toledoan I’ve met in passing that I’d love to get coffee with: Scott Boberg, program manager at the Toledo Museum of Art. Saw him at a concert by the AntiVillains at the GlasSalon, but didn’t have a chance to properly chat.

My story, in one sentence: I like working with people, words and devices, anywhere, anytime.

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One song lyric to describe my ideal self: “Won’t get fooled again.”

The title of, and a lyric from, a song by the Who.

The hardest decision I have made in the past year: Going to SXSW in Austin. It is a great gathering of all kinds of art, music, entertainment and tech people, but it is very expensive!

What I’m doing and what I want to achieve: For now, I am writing, photographing, and working on an AR app. I want to achieve excellence in all areas of Augmented Reality, especially art, education and cinematography.

When I was in High School, I probably would have been described as: weird.

How did you become interested in AR? Almost twenty years ago I worked as a creative director for a game making company in Singapore.

My boss was a visionary in terms of spatial computing, which is the basis for AR. In 2016, my partner and I decided that we would jump into AR, starting with research. The technology is now maturing and creating incredible opportunities.

Do you have any words of wisdom for young artists trying to break into the professional realm? Be patient, keep working and don’t be afraid when bad things happen. Smile, even when people and circumstances are against you.

Most people know me for: My graceful dance steps and the millions of dollars I’ve made. (Not!)

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I wish more people knew me for: The books I’ve written and the book/screenplay I want to write about Toledo.

The street I drive on/walk on most often is: Secor, with Madison being a very distant second.

The best time I ever had in Toledo: Tough question. In terms of public events, I’d say that Robbie Jones’ 18th birthday party would be up there. He was one of the first NuTones, and is now working on an album called Faithful.

If I could change one thing about Toledo: It might be nice if Toledo really understood how much potential it has.

Definitely, however, I would like coffee shops and restaurants to stop playing music that is loud and bad. If I want to

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My first kiss in Toledo was: A Japanese exchange student that

my aunt hosted. She was twice my age: I was probably 6 or 7. It was my aunt’s idea to give her a kiss goodbye, before she went back to Japan.

My favorite local people to follow on social media are: The band called Moths in the Attic, the Art and Performance Center of West Toledo, the Toledo Public Library, and as many coffee shops as I can.

What I’m listening to:

Discreet Music by Brian

Eno gets a listen every

now and then, as do James Brown and Mozart. Otherwise, my music is pretty random.

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On a typical day, I wear: Pants with big pockets and whatever shirt is clean. It depends on the weather, of course.

I could sum up my personal style with these five words: Unremarkable, but occasionally influenced by Asia.

Learn More Stephen Black will speak on augmented reality— layering a computer-generated image over an image of the real world, to create a new, multi-layered experience—and provide free demonstrations throughout the day.

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2-8pm. Tuesday, February 4. Main Library, 325 N Michigan St. 419-259-5200. toledolibrary.org

get screamed at while I am eating and drinking, I would stay home. (That is a joke).

The best view in Toledo: Downtown, by the old government buildings; when the grass, the classic architecture, the statues and the sky are all colored by the setting sun.

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When I am craving pizza I go to Inky’s or Vito’s.

The artists and musicians I love: Music: 3how, The Unseen Guest, RL Burnside Artists: Michael Lee, NUG TOTH, Daniel Bainbridge, Kazuo Ono. I am, also, hoping to find a glass artist to collaborate with, as well as a band or musician.

What my ideal day looks like, from morning to night: Get up, appreciate what I have, where I am and who I am with. Do work that expresses that appreciation. Eat, drink and finally, sleep.

The thing I truly need to let go of: Being impatient.

The reason I am most proud of myself right now: My family, my partner and friends.

What makes me truly feel alive: When good things happen, whether by careful planning or by unexpected chance.

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SOCIAL STUDIES

Photos by Christine Senack

Ladies Night Out for Charity

This casual benefit for the American Cancer Society and the American Heart Association was a night of food, fun games and laughter.

Jonelle Masey, Ebony Jean, Bertha Cotton and Ambrea Mikolajczyk.

Jordan and Quincy Lauf with Nicole and Walter Offutt.

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Tie and Justin Ingram.

Hosts McKenna Reitz and Jonelle Masey.

Training services for orthopedic and joint issues, specialized fitness programs for seniors to athletes and expertise in cancer exercise.

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Michelle McCaster and Sonia McNair.

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FREEWILL ASTROLOGY

Š2019

By Brendan Emmett Quigley (www.brendanemmettquigley.com)

SOMETHING’S FISHY Across 1 Miles Davis started off playing it 6 Cleaner with a mythological name 10 Excited 14 Sheep-ish 15 Grandmotherly tablecloth material 16 Pasta salad pasta 17 Things that resist being installed in vehicles with “Keep America Great� bumper stickers?

20 “While we’re on the topic�

21 “Beasts and Super-Beasts� author 22 Dole out 23 Stat with a moon shots 25 Iron ___ 26 Instruments that are just lucky to be played?

35 Covered with the cold stuff 36 MontrĂŠal nights 37 Strip in Japan 38 Mexican snack often eaten on Tuesdays 39 Hits the Juul pods 40 ___ War (South African conflict) 41 “That makes sense,â€? phonetically in some IMs 42 Peninsula of the Middle East 43 Composure 44 Experts with their instrument panels?

47 Irish cream ___ 48 CIA’s forerunner 49 President with a Netflix deal 52 “M*A*S*H� star 55 Pad kee mao cuisine 59 Solo drinker’s ethos?

62 Skechers rival 63 Dance with the hips 64 “The Three Musketeers� author 65 Did a DJ set 66 Cart pullers 67 Vice president after Hubert Down 1 Gaucho weapon 2 Like a sadistic puzzle maker 3 Props for lobster eaters

4 Not many 5 Pricing word 6 ___ breve 7 Face card 8 Trendy berry 9 Person whose first computer might have been a Commodore 64 10 Blooming shrub 11 “Hot ___ Bummer� (Blackbear hit) 12 Springfield bus driver 13 General idea 18 Spelling clarifying phrase 19 2024 Summer Olympics host 24 Get the goods, say 25 Makes a choice 26 SLR setting 27 “We’re broadcasting, please shut up� sign 28 Madonna’s son 29 Carlsen beat him to become World Champ 30 Rapper with more posthumous releases than when he was alive 31 Refrain from kindergarten 32 Salad order request 33 In line for laparoscopic surgery 34 Colts’ fathers 39 Tik Tok’s predecessor 40 Gives a lift 42 Liverpool forward Mohamed ___ 43 Handwritten letter addenda: Abbr.

45 Apia resident 46 Standard 49 Bozos 50 Blink-and-you-miss-it moment 51 Rights for pretty much everybody org.

52 ___ capacitor (extra feature in a certain DeLorean) 53 Displaying talent 54 Titans QB Tannehill 56 Hot rod engine 57 Banned apple spray 58 “Logically speaking ...�

60 “Now, really!�

61 Stat for 54-Down

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AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Please don’t imitate or repeat yourself in the coming weeks. Refrain from relying on formulas that have worked for you before. Resolve to either ignore or rebel against your past as you dream up fresh gambits and adventures. Treat your whole life like an improvisatory game that has just one purpose: to attract and stir up useful novelty. If you do these things, Aquarius, I can practically guarantee that you will win the game.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): My favorite ancient Greek philosopher was the rascal Diogenes. As a joke, he carried around a lantern during the daytime, proclaiming, “I am just looking for an honest man.� When Alexander the Great, the most powerful man in the world, came to meet Diogenes while he was relaxing outside and asked him if he needed any favors done, he replied, “Yeah, stop blocking my sunlight.� As for Plato, Diogenes complained that the famous philosopher talked too damn much and misinterpreted the teachings of Socrates. I encourage you to borrow some of Diogenes’ attitude in the coming weeks. According to my analysis of the astrological omens, it’ll be healing for you to experiment with being brassy, saucy, and sassy. Emphasize what makes you most unique, independent, and self-expressive.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Taurus author Anthony Trollope (1815–1882) published his first novel at age 30. During the next 37 years, he completed 48 additional novels and 18 works of nonfiction. Critics liked his work well enough, but were suspicious of his prodigious productivity. When they discovered that one of Trollope’s motivations for writing was to make money, they disapproved. Then they found out that Trollope kept a watch nearby as he worked, determined to generate 250 words every 15 minutes. The critics hated that even worse. Creative artists are supposed to court inspiration, not adhere to a schedule—at least according to the critics. But I approve of and recommend Trollope-like behavior for you in the coming weeks, Taurus. Cosmic forces will be on your side if you do.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): In accordance with the astrological indicators, I invite you to rise and soar and glide during the coming weeks. I encourage you to expand and enlarge and amplify. Don’t wait around hoping to be asked to explore and experiment and improvise—just do those things.

It’s high time for you to enjoy stirring quests and research projects and missions dedicated to discovery. Be a fun-loving pioneer. Sample the joys of being a maverick and outlier.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): I love living in the material world. Its crazy-making demands and exhilarating rewards are endlessly entertaining. Despite having been born as a fantasyprone, overly sensitive Cancerian, I’ve become fairly earthy and well-grounded. I have a good job, a nice house, a smart wife, and an interesting daughter. On the other hand, I also love living in the soul’s realm. I have remembered and recorded an average of three dreams per night for many years. Although I don’t take drugs, I cultivate alternate states of consciousness through meditation, prayer, and ritual. I’ve long been a student of depth psychology, which has trained me to be as focused on my soul as my ego. In accordance with current astrological omens, my fellow Cancerian, I urge you to hang out more than usual in the soul’s realm during the coming weeks.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Can I talk you into being more tender and open-hearted toward the people who care for you? I don’t mean to imply that you are currently too hard and closed. But all of us can benefit from enhancing our receptivity, and the coming weeks will be prime time for you Leos to do just that. I think you’ll find it easier than usual to deepen your listening skills and intensify your sensitivity. You’ll have an acute intuitive grasp of the fact that you can earn yourself huge blessings by expressing love and compassion in very practical ways.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): All of us are in service to someone or something—to certain people or ideas or situations. We provide them with help or energy or mirroring or love. We are

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dutiful in attending to their needs and wants. For some of us, our service feels like a burden. It’s grating or humbling or inconvenient, or all of the above. For others of us, being of service is fulfilling, even joyful. We find a rich sense of purpose in our devotion to a higher cause or deeper calling beyond our selfish concerns. Among the 12 signs of the zodiac, you Virgos are more likely than most to carry out the latter kind of service. I bring these thoughts to your attention because the coming weeks will be an excellent time to re-evaluate, reconfigure, and reinvigorate your own service.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Author David Markson imagined what it would be like to write a novel that lacked conflicts or confrontations—in other words, a novel unlike any ever created. Libran author Ursula Le Guin also fantasized about stories with plots that weren’t driven by strife and struggle. Since many of us are addicted to entertainment that depends on discord to be interesting, we might find it hard to believe Markson’s and Le Guin’s dream would ever happen. But I’m pleased to inform you, Libra, that your life in the coming weeks may be exactly like that: a fascinating adventure with few hassles and wrangles.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): According to Scorpio painter Georgia O’Keeffe, success is irrelevant. The most crucial life-long effort that anyone can be devoted to is “making your unknown known.� Did she mean making your unknown known to yourself? Or making your unknown known to other people? Or both? According to my analysis of the astrological omens, the coming weeks will be a favorable time for you to do both. So I hope you will tease out your best and biggest mysteries from their hiding places.

Give them expression.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You Sagittarians have a talent for burning bridges that really do need to be burned. Your intuition often guides you to assess when the time is ripe to withdraw from connections that no longer benefit you. On the other hand, you sometimes burn bridges prematurely. You decide that they are in such disrepair that they’re of no use to you, even though it might serve your ultimate interests to fix them. I offer these thoughts as a preface for my advice: 1. Refurbish rather than burn a certain bridge you’re a bit disenchanted with. 2. Build at least one new bridge that will be valuable in the future.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): The shape of the planets’ orbits around the sun is elliptical, not circular. Capricorn astronomer Johannes Kepler (1571–1630) was the first person to figure this out. He didn’t like it. He really wanted the orbits to be circular.

That would have been more satisfying to his aesthetic and spiritual sensibilities. Explaining the arduous labor he did to arrive at his conclusion, he wrote, “Take pity on me, for I have repeated these calculations seventy times.� In the big picture of our understanding of the universe, of course, his discovery was felicitous. It’s not a problem that the orbits are elliptical, merely the truth. In the coming weeks, Capricorn, I foresee you engaging in a process that’s metaphorically comparable to Kepler’s. Hard work will yield useful, if unexpected results.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Poet Robert Bly believes that each of us has a special genius, and the key to understanding and fully activating that genius is in our core wound. In other words, the part of us that got hurt the worst is potentially the generative source of the best gifts we have to give. Do you know where that is in yourself: the wound that could be the source of your blessing? Now is a great time to investigate this tantalizing mystery.

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Fly, little lure, fly!

Want to learn how to fish from a kayak with a fly rod? Learn the technique from the Toledo Metroparks with an introductory course on Kayak Fly Fishing. Hear about the benefits of being on the water and garner helpful tips on catching a big finned friend. 5-6pm.

Wednesday, February 5. Oak Openings Preserve, 4139 Girdham Road, Swanton.

419-360-9179. metroparkstoledo.com Free

Big flavor from small spaces

Learn to grow herbs, fruits and vegetables at home, even with little room for cultivating from the experts, at Toledo GROWs during Gardening in Small Places, an hour-long talk.

Offering tips for motivated gardeners about growing in a small space— or even in a pot. 11-noon. Saturday, February 8.

Reynolds Corners, Large Meeting Room, 4833 Dorr St. 419-259-5320. toledogrows.org —JM

health and wellness events Tuesday, 2.4

Poses, Power and Pinot - Enjoy the intense but low-impact workout of Yoga Shred, followed by a full glass of wine to unwind afterward! $15. 7-7:45pm. Gillig Winery, 1720 Northridge Rd., Findlay. 419-408-3230. gilligwinery.com

Saturday, 2.8

Arctic Pedal Challenge - Just because it’s the middle of winter doesn’t mean you can’t get some time in on your bike. Join up for this bi-weekly ride on the UT trail. 9-11am.

Wersell’s Bike Shop, 2860 W Central Ave. 419-474-7412, wersellsbikeshop.com Free

Wednesday, 2.12

Reflexology in the Cave - Join the Salt Cave of Perrysburg and Body and Sole Massage Therapy for a session of both halotherapy and reflexology. $50. 6-7pm.

The Salt Cave of Perrysburg, 318 Louisiana Ave., 419-873-7300. saltcaveofperrysburg.com

TEN SPOT CAR LOT 1995 VOLVO 850 Runs Good. $1000 obo Call 419.250.1780 2002 DODGE DURANGO

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Call 606-215-4755 2015 CHEVY CRUZE LT White; 16,900 miles; tinted windows; still under factory warranty; $13,400.

Call 419-779-3857 2004 FORD FOCUS Sweet heat & Remote car starter $2000 OBO. Please call 419-309-5292

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JAM SESSION PIANIST/SINGER

seeking Lead Guitarist/Singer for Duo’s.

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2002 GRAND CARAVAN 203K highway miles. Dependable, one owner, typical rust, many newer parts. $950 Firm. 419-932-5311 1977 HARLEY DAVIDSON SPORTSTER. Less than 10k miles - stored since 2008, ran strong when stored! Yellow w/ solo seat & drag bars, short risers, speedo & turn signals removed. All stock parts $2500 OBO. Call Tim 419-260-1100.

SECTION JAM SECTION JAM

“SUGARFANG” SEEKS ROCK DRUMMER FOR ORIGINALS. We

BLOODY MARY Round-up

2014 HARLEY DAVIDSON, Sportster Super Low. 483 miles.

Almost Brand New! Loaded. $4800 419-376-9264

Guitarists/Drummer/Keyboard/Singer for 70s, 80s on up Rock Band!! Journey, KISS, Scorpions, AC/DC, etc. Call Joe 419.205.7667

LOCAL MUSICIAN LOOKING FOR PLACES TO RECORD drums, guitar,

1999 TOYOTA CAMRY

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HELP WANTED

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SR. BUSINESS SYSTEMS SPECIALIST (multiple openings in Toledo, OH): Provides business and technical leadership, advice and services to supported business units; demonstrates highlevel of problem solving skills to identity issues and takes corrective action to resolve; demonstrates expert knowledge of services that can be provided by internal IS staff or by external providers.

Travel Required: 10% domestic travel, limited to training and/or facility visits. Resume to: Annette Foght, Director of Recruiting and Talent Management, Heartland Employment Services, LLC d/b/a HCR ManorCare, 333 N. Summit Street Toledo, OH 43604. Reference Job: # AB007286.

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2009 CHEVY EXPRESS 14 Passenger Bus. 29,000 miles, new tires, 1 owner, yearly childcare inpsections. $14,500. Call (419) 654-2124

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