February 13, 2019 - Toledo City Paper

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#BuyBlack419 Supporting Black-owned businesses, P7

Vote on February 26 Special election issues— Lake Erie and a new jail, P6

143— I Love You Short stories from our readers, P18

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Feb. 13 - Feb. 26, 2019 • Vol. 22 • Issue 03

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Holey Toledough - Handcrafted Doughnuts will open their first brick-and-mortar at 3812 Alexis Rd., near House of Meats. A grand opening celebration is planned from 10am-3pm on Wednesday, February 20.

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Toledo-native Brittany Bowen and her businesses partner Stephie Scheid have opened Skinology Face Bar, offering personalized and affordable skincare products and treatments, including 30-minute facials for $45. 5600 Monroe St., Building A, Suite 108. 419-517-2082.

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The Lash Room has opened at 1503 Adams St., in UpTown Toledo between House of Dow and Ink & Iron, offering eyelash extensions, eyebrow waxes, makeup, and more.

Create your own with a signature scent by blending favorites from over 100 fragrance oils at the locally owned RiverFront Candle Co., at 105 Louisiana Ave. in downtown Perrysburg. Premade candles are also available. 567-331-8761. riverfrontcandleco.com

Get involved. Democracy is not a spectator sport.

Introduction to Grant Writing - Want to make your organization or program a success? Learn how to secure funding by writing an effective and convincing grant during this introductory workshop. Space is limited. RSVP in advance. Noon-6pm.

The Ark of Toledo, 2500 Nebraska Ave., 419-536-8357. Arkoftoledo.org Free InterConnections: Talking Circle - Hosted

by Women of Toledo, this peer-networking group will begin with a breathing and mindfulness exercise in the salt room followed by a talking circle session. Wear yoga clothes and workout apparel. RSVP in advance. 9:30-11:30am. Lava Wellness Spa, 126 Chesterfield Ln., Maumee.

567-970-7172. Womenoftoledo.org Free

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CITY WATCH

Chef Ray Oka (previously with Sakura and POP Grille) has opened Rayoka, a new Japanese steakhouse, hibachi and sushi restaurant at 465 W. Dussel Dr., in the former Yoko space. The inspired bistro offers a variety of dishes and a full cocktail bar. 419-794-0038. rayokatoledo.com

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The Practice has opened in the Common Space Building at 1700 N. Reynolds Rd., offering massage therapy, yoga, a pay-it-forward program and more. Owner Lisa Stroble is passionate about serving the LGBTQ+ community, palliative care patients, and caregivers. 419-388-8434. facebook.com/thepracticetotransform

UTMC alumni Dr. April Davis has opened her own practice, Gracious Smiles Aesthetic General Dentistry, in Waterville at 7224 Dutch Rd. #104.

567-200-4045. Gracious-smiles.com

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1. Chatting with Cusack 2. The Basement— Toledo’s First Geekeasy

3. The Ultimate Toledo Valentine’s Guide

7th annual Liberator Awards - S.O.A.P. (Save Our Adolescents from Prostitution) hosts this evening unites those in Ohio and Michigan working to bring awareness to human trafficking. Dinner included. $45 in advance, $55 at the door. 5-9pm. Lourdes University Franciscan Center, 6832 Convent Blvd., 419-517-8950. soapproject.org

Wednesday, 2.20

Annual Mayor D. Michael Collins Blood Drive - Celebrate the life of the late Mayor Collins during this annual blood drive.

9am-3pm. Toledo Police Patrolman’s Association Union Hall, 1947 Franklin Ave., 419-241-8914. Tppa.net Free

4. Carlos Qué Pasa

M.o.M Speed Mentoring - Do you wish you had a mentor? Or, do you have experience to help a mentee? This speed mentoring session, hosted by Women of Toledo, is set up like speed dating to help connect women. You must register and create a profile to attend. M.o.M. speed mentoring sessions are held on the fourth Tuesday of every month. 5-7:30pm.

Tuesday, February 26. Chandler Cafe, 5648 Main St., Sylvania. 567-970-7172.

Womenoftoledo.org Free

Thursday, 2.21

Bullying Roundtable - Educators, school employees, and parents of NW Ohio students are invited to discuss bullying, respectful communication, and other issues, in a conversation moderated by the Lucas County Suicide Prevention Coalition. 4-5pm.

Kent Branch Library, 3101 Collingwood Blvd., 419-259-5340. Lucascountyspc.org Free

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BGSU Black Issues Conference

$59

Fake News!

Can the average person really discern whether or not something is fake news? We are living in the world where the news more closely resembles a headline from The Onion than ever before. Enter NewsGuard, an extension you can add to your browser through Chrome, Firefox, Edge, and Safari, which provides ratings regarding a website’s trustworthiness.

Who bestows the ratings? Fact-checking journalists, that’s who. The Toledo Lucas County Public Library now offers this addition on all of their public computers, so rest easy.

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Can’t wait for spring to finally be here? Get in the spirit of spring gardening at the 15th Annual Seed Swap hosted by Toledo GROWs. The workshop begins at 1pm and includes instruction on canning, making jam, and growing berries. Activities for children, a raffle, and lots of delicious food are just some of the things available at this event. Every attendee gets five free seed packs, and everyone is welcome to bring more for trading (just make sure your seeds are from 2017 and after).

Seeds are also available in exchange for a 50 cent donation. 12pm-3pm.

Saturday, February 23. Scott High School.

2400 Collingwood Blvd. 419-720-8714. toledogrows.org. Free

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Bowling Green State University hosts the 19th Annual Black Issues Conference, which includes keynote speaker Shaun King, workshops, and panel discussions. BGSU’s Black Student Union and the Office of Multicultural Affairs partnered to host the conference, with a goal to present news and issues pertinent to the African American community. The panels are run by students and faculty from the University, with speakers from all over the country leading workshops. $20$35. 8:30am-5:30pm. Friday, February 22. BGSU Bowen-Thompson Student Union. 1001 E. Wooster St., Bowling Green. bic@bysu.edu. events.bgsu. edu. Free for BGSU students.

Beyond Green Local Food

Hosted by the Toledo Lucas County Sustainability Commission and the USGBC Ohio NW Regional Team, the Going Beyond Green Luncheon Series includes four events focused on sustainability practices in our region.

This luncheon is focused on local food, with presenters from Toledo Grows, Balance Asian Grille, and SONIA Organics. $25 per luncheon. $85 for all four luncheons.11:30am-1pm. Thursday, February 14. The Blarney Event Center. 601 Monroe St. 419-481-5206.

Purchase tickets at eventbrite.com. —EH

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CITY POLITICS Hildys Twenty Nineteen Good, Bad, and Ugly in City Politics

By Johnny Hildo

It’s that time of year, when pampered millionaires from across the fruited plain come together for self-aggrandizement and awards show ratings. We sit betwixt the Grammys and the Oscars.

Red carpets ablaze, and stars aplenty.

Not to be outdone, we offer our annual Hildys, the coveted award for the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly in City Politics.

The Good. The Hildy this year for Best Actor in a Critical Role goes to none other than Toledo Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz. Being Mayor of a midsized aging post-industrial city is tough.

Since the advent of the strong mayor form of T-Town government, the 22nd Floor is the graveyard of politics. Figuratively for some, literally for others.

Carty even managed to pull off the unthinkable and make it both a literal and figurative graveyard in nineteen ninety seven, when he came within an eyelash of losing his re-election campaign to an unknown gravestone salesman.

There’s never enough money in city coffers, always too many city services to deliver. The workers deserve more, but so do the citizens. Juggling the demands of all the competing interests without turning the show into a three ring circus is nearly impossible. Ask PHH, a good woman but a challenged ringleader.

But Wade’s first year seems to prove he’s up to it. He has tamed the mighty beast of the suburban water customers.

He has appeased the giant maw of city workers. And citizens seem to be generally satisfied.

Wade has been tested by a tense standoff after a police-involved shooting and the ongoing blatant racism at the local GM plant. Either case could have destroyed weaker administrations. Wade handled both with grace under pressure.

The best economy in our lifetimes doesn’t hurt. Time will tell how Wade handles the inevitable economic downturn. For now, though, Wade and his team are the Good in City Politics.

The Bad. The Hildy for Worst Collapse in a Lead Role is a tie this year, and will be shared by Toledo City Council’s hardliest working member, Sandy Spang, and Lucas County Commissioner Pete Gerken.

Spang has filled a political lifetime with making excuses for her ineffectiveness. She overpromises and under-delivers on the regular. Then blames her failures on being held back by her colleagues.

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She is often late to Council meetings, and much of her time in Council chambers seems to be devoted to increasing screen time on her mobile devices. She has promised an overhaul of the sign code and a comprehensive urban agriculture proposal, among myriad other nonstarters. Five years later? Nada.

All of which culminated in her crash and burn as a candidate for Toledo mayor, then Lucas County Commissioner.

Spang? She wins a Bad Hildy.

Gerken’s Hildy was earned by his complete mishandling of the location for a new County jail. The first location was chosen without a whiff of public input. That idea fizzled like a dime store firecracker.

The latest location has created a backlash from the surrounding neighborhood. A referendum on the jail location is on the ballot in a special election later this month. Whatever that outcome, Gerken insists city voters can’t tell the County what to do.

Even Gerken’s most natural constituency, organized labor, has softened its support over his lack of labor friendliness. And, as we speculated in this column, it seems likely Gerken will face a challenge for re-election from Auditor Anita ‘Stepping Stone” Lopez.

The verdict? Gerken, awarded a Bad Hildy.

Ujvagi won the general in unconvincing fashion, with the closest race of any Council district, fifty-three percent to forty-seven percent. Cook actually won an entire ward in East Toledo. If he had performed better in South Toledo, which had no natural candidate, he may have won the whole shebang. Wards Fifteen and Sixteen, both in South Toledo, plus Ujvagi’s home Ward in East Toledo, largely provided the margin of victory Ujvagi’s fortunes have shifted for the worse since then. In twenty fifteen he had solid support of labor. Then he voted against a zone change favorable to building a new Kroger store. That and other matters mean his labor support has softened considerably.

Cook will likely challenge Ujvagi again this year. And other, younger and fresher candidates likely wait in the wings.

All of which could lead to a nasty and competitive primary in District Three.

Ujvagi is definitely vulnerable. Will labor, or certain labor segments, throw its support elsewhere? If so, to whom?

This will be the election to watch this year, and it will be ugly.

Our prediction? Too close to call.

The Ugly. Last column we began to dissect this year’s election for Toledo City Council district reps. We discussed Districts One and Two. The Hildy for ugliest upcoming election in a low turnout role goes to Toledo City Council District Three, Current Officeholder, Councilman Peter Ujvagi.

Ujvagi has been at the center of City Politics for decades. He has served a prior stint on Council and has been a State Representative. He has also been Chair of the Lucas County Democratic Party.

As term limits eased him out of the state house, he cast his eyes on the District Three seat vacated by Mike Craig due to term limits in twenty fifteen. A long-time activist in East Toledo, his path looked clear.

The primary included Peter U, longtime fellow East Toledo activist Glen Cook, and two typical also-rans. Ujvagi won easily with over forty-seven per cent of the vote.

The turnout in that election was abysmal, with barely over eight per cent of registered voters casting a ballot. Ujvagi couldn’t muster one thousand total votes.

District Three’s boundaries have shifted dramatically over the years, with less registered voters in East Toledo, so that more of the District now covers the South End. Nevertheless, the twenty fifteen primary left two Eastsiders, Ujvagi and Cook, to square off in the general election.

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SPECIAL ELECTION FEBRUARY 26

Two controversial Toledo City charter amendments put to a vote Two much-discussed and hardfought-for amendments to the Toledo City Charter will be put before voters as part of a special election on February 26.

The initiatives on the ballot include efforts to Keep the Jail Downtown Toledo, which if passed would require that any new jail facilities must be built within the downtown area, and the Lake Erie Bill of Rights, a proposed amendment which would give Toledo residents the right to sue

by JEFF McGINNIS a business or individual on behalf of the lake to recover for claimed environmental damage.

"These were initially both petition-based ballot initiatives.

Circulated within the city of Toledo, presented to the City of Toledo government, and then sent to our office after the petitions’ signatures had been reviewed," said LaVera Scott, Director of the Lucas County Board of Elections.

"We have not had a City of Toledo special election in a very long time."

A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

Shall the Charter of the City of Toledo be amended by adding a new Section to the Charter entitled “Keep the Jail in Downtown Toledo”?

Shall the Charter of the City of Toledo be amended by adding a new Section to the Charter entitled “Lake Erie Bill of Rights”?

Vote Yes or No.

ISSUE No. 1

Lake Erie Bill Of Rights

For the full text of the petition language pertaining to The Lake Erie Bill of Rights and Keep the Jail Downtown, visit co.lucas.oh.us/74/Board-of-Elections

It has been an uphill battle for the supporters of the Lake Erie Bill of Rights, a measure designed to help protect the lake and its ecosystem from environmental violations.

“It is about bringing rights of nature, as a legal framework, into our city charter and making that the law,” said Markie Miller, an organizer with Toledoans for Safe Water. “What that means is, no longer viewing Lake Erie just as property, and that those who hold the rights, or hold the permits, are allowed to just use that property however they please.”

Inspired by the area water crisis of 2014, members supporting the Lake Erie Bill of Rights collected 10,000 signatures, but were denied the opportunity to have the matter brought to a vote by both the Board of Elections and the Supreme Court. But soon after, Keep the Jail Downtown, another local petition driven initiative, won their case with the court, and opened the door for the Bill of Rights to be placed on the February 26 ballot.

“So even though that was their win, it was also our win. We were able to pursue City Council to pass a resolution to put us on the ballot again.”

Supporters of the Lake Erie Bill of Rights saw the issue take yet another trip

to the Ohio Supreme Court as the Board of Elections’ decision was again, for a second time, requested to be overridden

by Toledo activist and trades union member Josh Abernathy— a request finally denied on January 23.

“After a long couple of months, and losing and winning it has been kind of a crazy journey,” Miller said.

The Lake Erie amendment remains controversial, however, with representatives from organizations such as the Farm Bureau Counsel arguing that the measure is so broadly worded it could leave far too many individuals— farmers, homeowners and more— exposed to legal action. Miller, however, argues that the measure gives Toledo residents a stronger local voice in the protection of Lake Erie’s ecosystem.

“We’ve had these statewide regulatory bodies that have supposedly been in charge of those processes already, and I don’t think we’ve seen them doing an adequate job. I feel like we need this (amendment), because we’re not seeing what we expect out of (those regulatory agencies).”

n Residents hoping to vote on February 26 can confirm their voting status and polling location by visiting: lucascountyvotes.org

The polls will be open from 8 am to 5 pm, Monday through Friday, until February 15, and then from 8 am to 7 pm, February 19 through Friday, February 22. The early polling station will remain open for limited hours the weekend and day before the election: Saturday the 23rd from 8-4, Sunday the 24th from 1-5, and Monday the 25th from 8-2.

n Early voting for the special election began on Tuesday, January 29.

Those hoping to cast their ballots in advance of the February 26 election can do so at 1301 Monroe St.

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ON THE BALLOT:

The proposed amendments to the Toledo City Charter will appear on the ballot as follows:

Find your polling location for the February 26 special election by visiting lucascountyvotes.org.

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ISSUE No. 2

Keep The Jail Downtown It has been a long fight for supporters of this initiative see it finally be put before voters. Keep the Jail Downtown’s organizers have found opposition from county officials and, originally, the Board of Elections, as they tried to put the issue on the ballot. The group stands in opposition to proposed Lucas County Commissioners plans to build new jail facilities at Detroit Avenue and Alexis Road.

“We believe the jail belongs downtown, close to the support services, Courthouse and the Safety Building,” said Mary Dutkowski, organizer and treasurer for Keep the Jail Downtown. “We think the cost will be too high for the everyday workings if they move the jail from downtown with additional man hours and transportation costs.”

A group of sixty people worked to collect over 10,000 signatures over the course of three months to garner a place on the ballot.

“We then turned it into city council, who sent it on to the Board of Elections, but the Board of Elections denied us access (to the ballot). So we went on to the Supreme Court and we got the ruling we wanted.”

Officials from Lucas County, however, still argue that the amendment is unenforceable and will eventually be deemed unconstitutional even if it passes.

“We believe that it is enforceable.

When it passes it will become part of the City Charter. I know that the commissioners are questioning that, saying they would take it to court, but we believe it will hold up. We also believe that they need to listen to the voters,” Dutkowski said.

“Most people that we have spoken to feel that the jail belongs downtown,” she added. “The cost of moving it is astronomical. You can’t just pick the jail up and decide to move it.”

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#BUYBLACK419

By Athena Cocoves

W

e have long been warned that, if we do not learn from history, we are doomed to repeat it. Knowing our roots, understanding the past, teaches how history makes us who we are. History is a story that is always being written— it is as much a part of today as it is a part of tomorrow.

This Black History Month, we’re honoring the past by focusing on the future while celebrating the stories of today by recognizing and supporting Black entrepreneurs, businesses, and professionals who help mold our economy and define our city.

Spend this month, and the ones that follow, by joining the growing movement of people who actively support Black-owned businesses and demonstrate that, together, we can write the future.

Serving and Supporting

Making opportunities accessible

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etween 2007 and 2012, the number of Black-owned businesses in the United States increased by 34.5 percent. While positive trends continue, Black entrepreneurs owned only 2 percent of U.S. companies in 2014 despite African-Americans making up only 12 percent of the nation’s total population. What’s going on?

Issues of capital

Business listings marked with MBAC were provided with assistance from the University of Toledo’s Minority Business Assistance Center (MBAC) Program.

The Juice FM 107.3

CONSTRUCTION AND DEVELOPMENT

MBAC

Hill & Co Ventures Commercial and Residential Painting MBAC

HOUSE & HOME HOME CARE

A Wyse Choice Home Care

621 Prentice Ave., 567-343-2802. care.com/b/l/a-wyse-choice-homecare/toledo-oh

Lafrieda’s Cleaning Services MBAC

Shanette Starks, owner 567-249-9172.

Since 2009. Serving Toledo and the surrounding areas.

VEHICLE CARE

Chris Hill, owner 2145 E Scott Park Dr., Suite 1150.

419-297-0855 Since 2017.

Kynard Enterprises, building and property maintenance company.

5242 Angola Rd., 419-699-2679. kynardenterprises.com

Maria King

MBAC

Licensed Commercial Realtor in OH and MI Independent contractor with Reichle Klein Group One Seagate, 26th Floor.

419-794-3975. Rkgcommercial.com Investment property advisor, specializing in private market.

Chris Sino, owner 2705 Nebraska Ave., 419-279-1000.

DetailsBySino.com Car detailer and cash wash.

Kruz N Kleen

1841 Dorr St., 419-255-5336.

Kruznkleen.com

1232 Flaire Dr., 419-255-7555. interfaithgazette.com Northwest Ohio faith-based newspaper.

Jasmine Schmenk

Peep Game Comix Peepgamecomix.com. facebook.com/pgcomix

Digital comics platform by African American creators.

The Sojourner’s Truth 1811 Adams St., 419-243-0007.

Thetruthtoledo.com Newspaper, art gallery and event center.

The Toledo Journal 419-472-4521. thetoledojournal.com

Serving Toledo and Northwest Ohio since 1975.

RESTAURANTS & BARS

Interfaith Gazette

Details By Sino

Since 1997. “The People’s Station.”

FOOD & DRINK

MEDIA Chris Sino

Fleming Street Communications 5902 Southwyck Blvd., 419-861-9582. thejuice1073.com

The Caribbean Breeze 1830 W. Bancroft St., 419-472-2512. facebook.com/ DextersJamaicanResturant

The Classic Lounge MBAC

JasmineEasler.2@gmail.com. @JasmineSchmenkSings on Facebook. @JasmineSchmenk on Instagram and Youtube.

2224 Nebraska Ave., 419-531-3707.

Evolution Nightclub

519 N. Reynolds Rd., facebook.com/PartyAtEvolution

Since 2016. Singer, songwriter, and actress.

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Less than 1 percent of venture capital funding goes to AfricanAmerican business founders, with only 0.2 percent going towards startups founded by Black women.

In 2018, Guidant Financial surveyed black entrepreneurs about their challenges and funding issues were identified as a primary obstacle. Eighty percent said lack of capital was the most challenging aspect of running a business— when it comes to funding, 70 percent of the entrepreneurs Dr. Shanda Gore, Executive surveyed used their own cash, 23 Director of UT’s Minority Business percent received help from friends Development Cender (MBDC) and family, and 11 percent used their 401(k) to finance their business.

Despite these challenges, Black business is continuing to increase and programs, conferences and incubators— such as ACT House, Backstage Capital, and InvesU App— are working to combat issues of funding by providing much needed support.

Local impact

Locally, The University of Toledo’s Minority Business Development Center (MBDC), which houses the Minority Business Assistance Center (MBAC) Program within its office complex, serve the needs of Black business owners in Northwest Ohio by providing critical business services at no cost.

In 2017, the businesses and entrepreneurs that used the MBDC generated more than $19 million in sales and created 138 jobs. On the heels of this success, the MBDC is planning a major expansion that will allow the program to help even more people.

Widening the net

As of January 2019, MBDC founder and executive director Dr. Shanda Gore has secured a $400,000 grant through the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Minority Business Development Agency to establish the Global Virtual Business Center (GVBC), a 24-hour online resource which is expected to launch the next few months. The website will expand the mission of the MBDC, widening the net of who they can help, by offering the same resources through a digital platform.

“We’re really trying to fill a niche that hasn’t been out there,” says Gore. “The Department of Commerce sees the need and has shown support for the program. We felt like we needed to reach customers where they’re at— beyond the 8am to 5pm schedule. To work globally, you have to be able to work in more than one location.”

To learn more about the Minority Business Development Center, the upcoming Global Virtual Business Center, and how to obtain a minority-owned business certification, visit utoledo.edu/incubator/mbac

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#28to365challenge

Platinum Sky Nail Bar and Beauty Lounge

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ince February 1st, lifelong Toledoan Cecil Holston II, a therapist at RFS Behavioral Health, has patronized at least one Black-owned businesses each day.

While he originally planned for the challenge— dubbed the #28to365challenge on social media— to last through the end of February, he has since decided to continue through the end of the year.

“I wanted to celebrate Black History month in a more supportive way, rather than talking about history, trying to create history,” explains Holston. “I want to challenge myself to support Blackowned business and bring awareness to businesses that many are unaware of and therefore don’t support.”

As word about the #28to365challenge spread, so did support.

Other Toledoans have joined the challenge and businesses Holston has supported on social media have thanked him for increased exposure and sales.

To join the challenge, or to follow Holston’s journey, search the hashtag #28to365challenge on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

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Hot Box Bistro

332 N. Erie St., 419-690-4990. hotboxbistro.com

Jamaican Spice

1223 N. Byrne Rd., 419-724-2733.

Jamaicanspicetoledo.com facebook.com/MirageExpress

Indulging Edibles

419-460-8114. facebook.com/ indulgingedibles

So Sweet Kakes

419-699-5412. facebook.com/ sosweetkakes

We Be Ribs

MBAC

James McDay, owner 419-537-9268. Weberibs.com Since 1993. Food trucks, catering, BBQ, pig roasts and wholesale products.

J’Mae’s Home Cooking

HEALTH & FITNESS

3312 Glendale Ave., 419-720-8222.

Jaimee Pettis, yoga instructor

6625 Maplewood Ave., Sylvania.

Californiayogastudio.com

Wellness Lifestyle Group MBAC

Bobby Cooper Jr., owner 2255 W. Laskey. 513-447-3927.

Wellnesslifestylegroup.com @ WellnessLifestyleGroup on Facebook. wellnesslifestylegroup. oh@gmail.com Since 2017. Holistic pain and stress management.

BEAUTY & PERSONAL Beauté Asylum Salon

902 Lagrange St., 419-242-6666. facebook.com/JosephinesKitchen

419-377-9933. @beaute_asylum on Instagram. Lavettecephus.com

Our Brother’s Place

Blessed Hands Beauty Bar

The Quality Bar

1424 Cherry St., 419-243-3291.

Ruby’s Kitchen

805 N. Reynolds Rd., 419-578-5388.

Msrubyskitchen.com

UNB Soul Food Cafe 1855 S. Reynolds Rd., 419-382-1820. facebook.com/Unbsoulfoodcafe

The Upgrade

2650 W. Laskey. facebook.com/ TheUpgradeBarAndSpirits

BAKERS & CATERERS Classy Occasions

419-205-0760.

Classyoccasions.com. classydecorations@yahoo.com

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Powell’s Barber and Beauty Supply

901 Nebraska Ave., 419-243-7731. powellsbeauty.com

Studio 32NINE Salon Suites & Spa 1244 Flaire Dr., 567-315-8499.

Studio329salon.com

Styles Unlimited

2101 Monroe St., 419-244-6454.

Transformations Natural Hair Salon

419-810-1341. facebook.com/ Transformations-Natural-HairSalon-102646406536248/

EDUCATION & CHILDCARE Cardan Montessori Learning Center 419-787-7376. cardanmontessori.com. facebook.com/ cardanlearningcenter1

Creative Hearts Educated Minds Learning Center

6030 Secor Rd., 419-472-0580.

Gateway Youth Development Program MBAC

Josephine’s Kitchen

233 N. Huron St., ourbrothersplace.com

4050 Airport Hwy., 419-469-8980. facebook.com/PlatinumSkyNailBar

Tina Miller

Boxhouse Fitness

Tina Miller, owner 3606 W. Sylvania Ave. 419-740-0218. facebook.com/ BOXHOUSEFIT Download the app for ALL of their info, available in GooglePlay or the App Store!

Faith and Fitness Ministry MBAC

Deborah Murphy, owner 1172 Shadow Ln., 419-260-6086.

Faithandfitnessministry.org. ministry.faithandfitness@gmail.com Since 2018. Empowering individuals to stay healthy in mind, body and spirit.

1028 N. Holland Sylvania Rd., 419-961-0954. facebook.com/ blessedhandsbeautybar

Bridgette’s Beauty Salon

966 S. Reynolds Rd., 419-381-8994. bridgetteshair.mayvenn.com

Flakes Does Dreads

At Styles Unlimited. instagram.com/ flakesdoesdreads

Kimz Kuttin Up

12 E. Bancroft St., 419-242-0991.

The Kitchen Salon 419-984-0395.

Thekitchensalon.com

Natural hair resource offering products, education and more.

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KaTrice Perry, owner 419-378-9899. gatewayydp@gmail.com

fashion RETAILERS Bag Me

5119 Dorr St., 419-531-9699. facebook.com/BAGME1

E Scentrix

MBAC

Eric Long Since 2018. @E Scentrix Candles on Facebook. @e_scentrix on Instagram.

Unique handcrafted soy candles.

EyeEnvy Eyewear

MBAC

Vashti K Coleman, owner 567-225-7593. shopeyeenvyeyewear.com. facebook.com/eyeenvy. instagram. com/eyeenvy_eyewear Since 2015. Eyewear retailer.

The Magical Mystery Shop MBAC Ronald K. Edwards, owner 5650 W. Central Ave., Ste B. 419-725-9767. themagicalmysteryshop@ yahoo.com. facebook.com/ themagicalmysteryshop.

Since 2013. Ecommerce store also featuring tie dye clothing.

Simply D’Vine Boutique 3606 W. Sylvania Ave., 567-455-5940. Simplydvinebtq.com

Toledope

MBAC

Christopher and Drake Bunn, owners 3111 Sylvania Ave. 419-290-4105.

419-480-7884. toledopeapparel.com A Toledo clothing brand for everyone to wear to feel dope in.

CLOTHIERS

Ayaiya LLC

MBAC

Since 2018. Transitional independent living for youth.

Jamés Etim, Lead Designer 419-266-4035. Ayaiya.com.

James.etim@ayaiya.com

Ms. Cathy’s Learning Center

Since 2016. Creating accessible and contemporary African fashion.

1722 N. Detroit Ave., 419-244-0030. facebook.com/ mscathyslearningcenter

Mzz Mary’s House Daycare

811 Belmont Ave., 419-242-8497. facebook.com/ MzzMarysHouseDaycare

Young Queens Nonprofit 419 MBAC

Vashti K Coleman, owner 567-225-7593. facebook.com/ youngqueensnonprofit. instagram. com/youngqueens_nonprofit419

Autumn Gineen Atelier 1811 Adams St., 567-318-2248. autumngineen.com

Eden Tailoring

419-503-0620. Edentailoring.com

The House Of PLWbrand MBAC

Vashti K Coleman, owner567-225-7593. facebook.com/prettylittleweird.

Since 2015. Creative directing, and content development.

Since 2015. Networking and empowerment for local women.

www.toledocitypaper.com

#BUYBLACK419 Toledo Urban Federal Credit Union

Ollie Nicole Clothing

419-392-2524. ollienicole1@ yahoo.com. Ollienicolestore.com.

ACCESSORIES

Customtreatz

1441 Dorr St., 419-255-8876.

EVENT PLANNING

Toledourban.net MBAC

Afi Hemmings, owner 419-318-8911. @customtreatz on Facebook and Instagram.

Since 2012. Unique handmade jewelry and cellphone case design.

Valerie Thompson

Charlotte’s Web Activity Center

Leap Graphics

Valerie Thompson, owner 419.304-0083. leapgraphics.com Graphic Design and Marketing Firm

BUSINESS SOLUTIONS

Live 4 Change, LLC MBAC

Dr. E. Michelle Mickens, owner Live4changellc.com. 614-349-6864. e.michellemickens@live4changellc. com.

Since 2016. Strategic leadership development consultancy.

Lladheena Shabazz MBAC

Amber Miller Byrd

A Byrd’s Eye Photography

Owner Amber Miller Byrd 3613 Monroe St. 567-343-2886. abyrdseyephoto.com

Ariel Ellis Digital Solutions

419-482-8072. arielellisdigitalsolutions.com

Best Choice Insurance LLC MBAC Imari Osby, owner bcinsurance18@gmail.com

Manager with Legalshield.

567-315-2642. Lshabazz78. wearelegalshield.com Since 1972. Access to United States and Canadian law firms on a subscription basis.

Matching Peace

MBAC

Kelley Webb, owner PO Box 605 Maumee, OH 43537.

419-266-7474. matchingpeace.org Since 2018. Mentoring and small business equity and inclusion training.

NylaRay Optimistically Bold MBAC

Since 2018. Independent insurance broker.

Dena Walker Williams, owner 427 W Dussel Dr., Suite 210, Maumee. nylaray.com

Blue Force Mobile Training Team MBAC

Since 2005. Coaching, companion care and technical writing services.

Marvin Whitfield, owner P.O. Box 422 Perrysburg, Ohio, 43552. 434-466-1287. blueforcemobiletrainingteam.com Since 2009. Safety, leadership, diversity, inclusion, and implicit bias management training.

The Social Butterfly, LLC

5319 W. Bancroft St., in Reynolds Corners. 419-725-1336. charlottesweb-activity-center.hub.biz

Club 300

3304 Collingwood Blvd., 419-2440620. facebook.com/club300inc/ Full-service catering and banquet hall.

Distinguished Affairs Event Planning

567-318-3161. distinguishedaffairsplanning.com

First Comes Love Bridal & Weddings

MBAC

Shunda Collins, owner 419-250-0108.

Firstcomesloveweddings.com Since 2016. Wedding planning.

L’Ambiance Banquet Hall

Of African American Business Owners Provided by the Minority Business Assistance Center (MBAC) utoledo.edu/incubator/mbac MYTH #1: You have to hire an attorney to start a business.

Although legal guidance is helpful, to begin a small business typically just complete paperwork and pay a small filing fee. In Ohio, the cost is $99 to form an LLC. MYTH #2: You have to spend “big bucks” and hire numerous professionals to get started. Some entrepreneurs have multiple talents which may include marketing, operations, accounting/finance, etc. A small business person can engage a “board of advisers” for general help and ideas. The owner may later contract with these individuals when business needs become more complex and the Minority Business Assistance Center is here to help.

5237 Renwyck Dr., 419-519-9592.

Lambiancebh.com

MYTH #3: A business plan costs thousands of dollars. The Minority Business Assistance Center in Toledo provides help with a no cost solution for business startups and business plans.

Par Excel Events, LLC Brenda Pasker-Duhart, Owner MBAC

MYTH #4: Hiring a business consultant will be too much to even consider.This type of expertise can be valuable to help a business launch appropriately. However, there are many sources for free business consulting and advising. The MBAC can help get you started and give free advice to help grow yours business.

567-218-3001. Parexcelevents.com. facebook.com/parexcelevents. @parexcelevents on Instagram.

Since 2012. Certified Wedding and Event Planning service.

Trazon’s Creations

419-509-1139. facebook.com/ trazonscreationsllc

MYTH #5: Finding a space to do business outside of my home is too big of a step when I start. Many businesses start at home. When it’s time to get out of the house, places like UT’s Minority Business Development Center can be a perfect solution. This program provides a complete package a business office, wrap around services and business coaching. You may also look at office sharing with complementary businesses. A commercial real estate professional can also help assess your needs.

MYTH #6: You have to have an 800 credit score to get financing.

The fact is that you should have a relationship with a bank or financial institution to help you through the process. Additionally, there are special programs and organizations that offer more non-traditional loan sourcing. In the Toledo area, The Financial Opportunity Centers help business owners understand, take advantage of and give clients strategies to increase their credit worthiness.

419-367-9765.

Thesocialbutterflyllc.com

Small business marketing and promotions and event host.

Seeking more ways to #BUYBLACK419?

Find more businesses, and submit others, by visiting our expanded online directory at toledocitypaper.com www.toledocitypaper.com

Myths/ Facts/ Challenges

February 13 • February 26

MYTH #7: You have to pay to be certified as an Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and the certification is hard to obtain. While some organizations do charge to participate and be certified for their corporate participation programs, the State of Ohio MBE certification has no charge and is accepted by a number of private entities. The MBE program seeks to expand options for state purchasing by encouraging MBE-certified businesses, both small and large, to do business with the state and the processing time to obtain the certification has been greatly reduced. State agencies are directed to source a portion of their goods and services from MBE-certified vendors. The state also provides a wide range of business development resources. The Toledo MBAC office can help you apply.

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CHOW LINE

A Family Tradition Since 1984

7 Dinners in Heaven

Romantic restaurants for date night

By Athena Cocoves

THE ORIGINAL ®

Specializing in both Mexican & American Entrees for over 30 years

The Benchmark Restaurant

Lunch Specials daily 11am-3pm

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

Registry Bistro

144 N. Superior St. (Secor Building) 419-725-0444. Registrybistro.com Much-lauded, Chef Erika Rapp’s bistro combines passion, technique and creativity to present a delightfully eclectic and artful New-American menu full of pleasing, surprising, and traditional options. The urban-chic atmosphere provides an elegant experience where foodies snap pictures of beautiful plates and exotic ingredients are found on the impressive cocktail menu.

Mancy’s Steakhouse

953 Phillips Ave., 419-476-4154. mancys.com For old world charm, the Mancy’s family’s original continues to impress as it has since first opening in 1921. Almost 100 years later, this Toledo classic still uses the same techniques passed from generation to generation to prepare mouthwatering steaks -- aged for 28 days, hand-cut and seared at 1500 degrees.

Element 112 Restaurant

5735 N. Main St., Sylvania. 419-517-1104. element112restaurant.com Chef Nixon’s ever-evolving menu sings with local flavors. Ingredient-focused and sourced from local farms, eclectic and impressive dining options range from traditional favorites to unexpected treats. Indulge in nature’s favorite aphrodisiac on Thursdays, when raw oysters are only $1 each.

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Koreana

1423 Bernath Pkwy., 419-867-8080.

Koreanatoledo.com Casual and elegant, this mood lit, intimate Korean restaurant, accented with a cozy fireplace, makes for a memorable date night experience. Opt for an authentic Korean aromatic traditional stew, sample savory selections from the sushi menu, or enjoy both.

Soju yogurt cocktails made with Boochy Mama’s locally made Kombucha tonics are unexpected cocktail menu highlights.

Rockwell’s Steakhouse & Lounge 27 Broadway St. (in the Oliver House).

419-243-1302. Mbaybrew.com

Tucked away in the historic Oliver House, this classic upscale steak house offers timeless elegance in a tranquil hideaway for couples seeking a private moment. Sip a piquant dirty martini, sink your teeth into fresh seafood, finest prime cuts of aged meats and soak up the ambiance of traditional sophistication.

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

RestaurantWeek.com

7742 W. Bancroft St., Toledo, Ohio | venturasmexican.com Open Monday-Saturday from 11:00am - Closed Sundays

Sex is like Pizza 419-724-PIES

Need a romantic spot to dine out for Valentine’s Day or any other day to show your significant other why they are so significant? Spend a cozy evening in a romantically lit local restaurant to make a classic date night as special as your love.

Note: Many of these restaurants are offering special Valentine’s Day events, so reservations are recommended. To see our list of Valentine’s Day events, visit toledocitypaper.com

When Chef Jeff Dinnebeil (formerly of Biaggi’s, The Toledo Zoo, Social Gastropub, among other Northwest Ohio staples) announced he was going to open his own steakhouse in 2017, he didn’t even have to look to far to hire staff— local professionals he’s worked with through the years flocked to him in hopes of getting placed in his all-star lineup. Just over a year later, Chef Dinnebeil’s steak and seafood fine dining destination continues to consistently exceed expectations.

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For the eco-minded, Rasa’s chic, bright atmosphere and farm-to-table seasonally-inspired menu bridges the gap between fine dining traditions and contemporary tastes.

Find artful plates, handcrafted cocktails and a hip atmosphere, complemented by live music on Thursday evenings and select Sundays. While Rasa is certainly a great date night spot, we also suggest spending the morning after enjoying their spectacular brunch fare with sunny mimosas .

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POPPERS Death by chocolate

A murder mystery and chocolate tasting?

An oddly appealing combination, if you ask us, which is why we recommend the event Death by Chocolate. There’s been a murder in the gallery, and you have to help solve it by relying on your wits, fueled by wine and decadent chocolates. You’ll explore the building, interrogating actors for clues as to ‘who done it.’ There will also be a 30s style cabaret performed by Sonia and Omaldo Perez.

Art, wine, chocolate, and an intriguing mystery—what’s not to love? $10-$15 donation at door.

6:30pm-9:30pm. Friday, February 16. Heart Gallery and Studios. 428 N. Erie St. RSVP kate@stpaulstoledo.org. stpaulstoledo.org.

Aquarium wine and dine

Culinary EventsShare the Love Wednesday, 2.13

Desserts & Brews Brim House

Benchmark

Wicks & Wines Zinful

Wednesday, 2.20

Three signature desserts will be paired with seasonal brews from Black Cloister Brewing Company. 6-8pm. 444 N. Summit St. 419-243-7664. brimhouse.com Free

Get crafty at Riverfront Candle Co. and create your own scented candle before strolling to Zinful for a chocolate and wine tasting. $35. 218 Louisiana Ave., Perrysburg. 419- 931-9946. zinfulwine.com

Thursday, 2.14

Sample various wines, hor d’oeuvres, and live music at the Toledo Zoo’s Aquarium, where you can mill around with friends or have a romantic post-Valentine’s Day date with your significant other. Let the romance carry on for more than one day. The aquarium provides beautiful ambiance for this special event. $80-$85. 6:30pm-9:30pm. Friday, February 15. Toledo Zoo Aquarium.2 Hippo Way. RSVP at 419-385-5721, Ext. 6001 or order tickets online at toledozoo.org.

50 Shades of Rouge Brim House

Make your Valentine swoon at 50 Shades of Rouge, the Brim House Chef’s Table Dinner. The meal includes eight courses, all of which are a different shade of red and paired with a blush, rose, or red wine. Make your reservations for this special night. $85. 6:30pm-9:30pm.

444 N. Summit St. 419-243-7664. Buy tickets at toledocitytix.com.

Good eats, good cause

The 9th Annual Restaurant Week of Toledo kicks off with over 35 participating restaurants. Coffee shops, pubs, breakfast joints, and dinner options ranging from casual to fine dining, with portions of the proceeds supporting Leadership Toledo’s tuition-free youth program. Enjoy samples from 15 of the restaurants at RWT’s kick-off party, including beer and wine samples, a raffle, and music. $40 for Kick-Off Party. 5pm-7pm. Thursday, February 21. The Secor Building. 144 N. Superior St. RWT, Friday, February 22 through Sunday, March 3. Find participating restaurants and buy tickets for the kick-off at restaurantweektoledo.com.

Seussical sweets

Local bakeries are coming together for Children’s Theatre Workshop’s 8th Annual Cupcake Showdown. Participating bakeries will bring their tastiest, most creative cupcakes, keeping with the Seussical the Musical theme. Attendees will vote for the winner. Ticket sale proceeds go toward CTW programs. Admission price includes cupcake samples, appetizers, refreshments, a raffle, and a silent auction. $10-$15. Free entry for kids under five. 2pm-4:30pm. Sunday, February 17. Gesu’s Charles E. Sullivan Center. 2049 Parkside Blvd. Contact tfriedberg@ctwtoledo.org for more information. Purchase tickets at ctwtoledo.org or at the door.

J’Mae’s mac and cheese

The Toledo Lucas County Public Library’s Black History Month events include one of the city’s most celebrated soul food restaurants, J’Mae’s Home Cooking. At various branches this month, the restaurant will be serving up samples of their rich, creamy, baked macaroni and cheese for a tasting that will leave you wanting more. Don’t miss this opportunity to try some of the best mac and cheese in town, and to meet the people behind J’Maes tasty meals. 6:30pm. Wednesday, February 13. Holland Branch. 1032 S. McCord Rd. 6:30pm. Monday, February 18.

Kent Branch. 3101 Collingwood Blvd. 4pm. Wednesday, February 27. Locke Branch. 703 Miami St. 419-259-5200. toledolibrary.org/blackhistory. —EH

Candlelight Dinner Plat8

The atmosphere will be set for an intimate dinner.

Order off the menu or choose from the Chef’s Specials. Prices vary. 5-9pm. 4330 Central Ave. 419-214-0370. plat8toledo.com

Tastings Wednesday, 2.13

Sip, Shop, Save Sofo’s Italian Market

Experience fresh, local food. Five courses will be served, locally sourced from Riehm Farms at this special dinner. $45. 6-10pm. 614 Adams St. 419-690-2490. fowlandfodder.com

Sunday, 2.24

Progressive Dinner Shoppes at Levis Commons

This mobile dinner party will make 15 dizzying stops at bars and restaurants at Levis for apps, drinks and entrees. $50. 5-9pm.

3201 Levis Commons Blvd., Perrysburg.

419-931-8888. shopleviscommons.com

Sunday, 2.17

Secret Stash Basil Pizza & Wine Bar

Taste the splendid wines of France’s provinces, known for their Syrah and rosé vintages. Prices vary.

5:30-7:30pm. 5453 Monroe St. 419-824-2463. facebook.com/bottleshopmig

Tour the wines of Southern France, famous for producing more than 50 types of Bordeaux.

Prices vary. 5:30-7:30pm. 5453 Monroe St. 419-824-2463. facebook.com/bottleshopmig

Five reds will be paired with a cheese board and chocolates. Magician Dorian Strange will perform and offer Tarot readings. $25 all included. 6-8pm.

3355 Briarfield Blvd., Maumee. 419-866-8466. facebook.com/barrspublichouse

Friday, 2.15

Heart of Darkness Tasting Walt Churchill’s Perrysburg

Sample some of the most robust reds in the business to get you through these colder months.

Prices vary. 4:30-7:30pm. 26625 Dixie Hwy., Perrysburg. 419-872-6900. waltchurchills.com

Big Reds Walt Churchill’s Maumee

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Riehm Farms 5 Course Dinner Fowl and Fodder, Downtown

Thursday, 2.21

Wines of The Rhône & Provence Bottle Shop

Saturday, 2.16

3302 Glanzman Rd. | Toledo, Ohio | (419) 380-0411

Friday, 2.22

Thursday, 2.14

Magical Indulgence Barr’s Public House

from 11am - 2:30pm

Visit the Ebeid Institute located above the Market on the Green grocery for an hour long cooking course. 5-6pm. 1806 Madison Ave. 567-585-0201. promedica.org/events Free

Basil’s Sommelier Mike Gregg invites guests to taste new and select vintages that have peaked his interest this winter. The secret’s out. $35. 5-8pm.

3145 Hollister Lane, Perrysburg. 419-873-6218. basilpizzaandwinebar.com

Each week showcases new wines for you to try! This week’s tasting is perfect for Valentine’s Day; sweet and delectable. Prices vary.

6-8pm. 4129 Talmadge Rd. 419-472-1421. josephswinestoretoledooh.com

LUNCH BUFFET EVERYDAY

Beginner’s Cooking Course Ebeid Institute

Browse the store as you try different wine selections and samples of Sofo family recipes. Prices vary.

5-7pm. 253 Waggoner Blvd. 419-882-8555. sofofoods.com

Thursday Wine Tastings Joseph’s Beverage Center

Mon - Thurs: 11am-10pm Fri - Sat: 11am-11pm Sun: 11am-9pm

Groups coming for dinner will be rewarded with complimentary bottles of house wine. A party of four will receive one bottle, parties of six or more will get two bottles, red or white. Prices vary.

4-10pm. 6130 Levis Commons Blvd., Perrysburg.

419-873-6590. benchmark-restaurant.com

Stay warm with these hearty reds. Sample some classics and discover something new to take home.

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

419-794-4000. waltchurchills.com

February 13 • February 26

Wines of Bordeaux Bottle Shop at Mancy’s

Friday, 2.22

All Wines Lead to Rhone Walt Churchill’s Perrysburg

France is home to the world’s best wines. Sample the Rhone region’s blends and vintages. Prices vary. 4:30-7:30pm. 26625 Dixie Hwy., Perrysburg.

419-872-6900. waltchurchills.com

Saturday, 2.23

Greats from Washington State Walt Churchill’s Maumee

The Pacific Northwest has a climate perfect for growing both red and white grapes for wine making. Sample of the best vintages from the state. Prices vary. 2-6pm. 3320 Briarfield Blvd., Maumee. 419-794-4000. waltchurchills.com

Hemingway Night The Pub at Paula Brown Shop

Sample some of the writer’s favorite cocktails and celebrate Hemingway’s love for Cuba and rum.

Tumbao Bravo will perform. Prices vary. 6pm.

912 Monroe St. 419-241-8100. paulabrownshop.com

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Old vs. New World Basil Pizza & Wine Bar

Three classic vintages are put head to head with their modern counterparts. Help pick the winners. $35. 5-8pm. 3145 Hollister Lane, Perrysburg.

419-873-6218. basilpizzaandwinebar.com

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FILM NOTES

REEL APPEAL

Shalom Bollywood

CommUNITY Film Fest Premier

The Toledo Jewish Film Club presents a documentary with a most unexpected story surrounding Bollywood history.

Shalom Bollywood: The Untold Story of Indian Cinema reveals a 2,000 year old Indian Jewish community’s incredible influence on the film community. Including stars like Ruby Myers and many other early Bollywood actresses, it explores how Indian Jewish women broke norms about performing on screen, leading to what we know as Bollywood cinema today. $7 for entry and popcorn. 7pm-8:30pm. Saturday, February 23. Lourdes University Franciscan Theatre. 6832 Convent Blvd. Unit 1, Sylvania. For questions, contact Hallie Freed.

419-724-0362. hallie@jewishtoledo.org. jewishtoledo.org

The 5th annual event brings a professional category with Film Toledo

By Erin Holden

African American Film Fest

Now in its fifth year, the CommUNITY Film Fest Premier Event is comprised of a lineup of 13 films— three in a professional category through the festival’s new partnership with Film Toledo.

Though there have been changes over the years, the event has always been about celebrating the roles of people with disabilities, along with their skills and diversity, that make them an integral part of the community.

Building CommUNITY

The Film Fest began when the event’s chairman, Lisa Comes, and others from the Lucas County Board of Developmental Disabilities began brainstorming about events to promote inclusivity. “People are no longer going to a special place to work, or living in group homes,” says Comes. “It’s more about everyone being supported in the community at large. These folks are working, volunteering, doing recreational activities and living right next to you. They are just living life like the rest of us.”

Talk moved toward the pervasiveness of technology, and how the lives of those with disabilities could be highlighted through the medium of film.

“Somehow we ended up with this idea of these stories, and having a celebration modeled after an Oscar-style event,” Comes says. They called in other agencies like the Down Syndrome Association, The Sight Center, Camp Courageous, and many others to facilitate the first CommUNITY Film Fest with a mission to inspire audiences, promote inclusion, and celebrate the everyday life of people with disabilities. While that mission has remained largely the same, there was one significant change: they removed the word “inspire.”

“There are some people with disabilities who are offended by the idea that everything they do is inspiring,” explains Comes. They don’t want to be seen as heroic for going to work or visiting the grocery store.

Promoting the Mission

Early on, the festival worked on film creation that intended to pair those with disabilities with those without.

Now the event also promotes independently-made movies. “We did see early on that some people really had a knack for filmmaking and were tech savvy, so we added that category.”

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Following their first showing (Academy Award best picture winner Moonlight), the University of Toledo African American Film Festival continues with Get Out and Pariah. Jordan Peele’s Get Out is a horror film that might best be described as The Stepford Wives meets Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner, an original concept that earned it four Oscars.

In contrast, Pariah is an Indie film by Dee Rees about Alike, a Brooklyn teenager who wants to find love, but fears being open with her family about her sexuality. Don’t miss the free showings of these celebrated films. Get Out showing: 7:30pm. Thursday, February 14. CPA Center Theatre. Pariah showing: 7:30pm. Thursday, February 21. Room 1039.

UT Center for Performing Arts. 1910 W. Rocket Dr. holly.hey@utoledo.edu. utoledo.org Free

Black is the Color Top: Tara Packard, winner of Best Overall film in 2018. Bottom: Film Fest participant Matt Foster and his supportive service assistant, Candice Dudley-Landrum.

This year, Film Toledo is working with three of the participants who had their films shown in past years, but who also needed further direction to move forward. One is an actor interested in making action films, another has a YouTube channel that he seeks to promote, and the third is a rap artist who needed help taking his music videos to the next level. All three will have their films shown in the professional category.

“Research shows that when you highlight a group of people with disabilities doing something, it separates them,” Comes says. “We want something that fits within the community, showing viewers the diversity of people with disabilities.” From rap artists to nature photographers, attendees will certainly see the individuality and varied interests of everyone involved.

In true Academy Awards style, this year’s Film Fest begins with a red carpet walk with members of the media taking pictures. The awards will be presented after showings of each film with filmmakers and actors available afterwards for a meet and greet.

Comes and everyone involved want the festival to promote their mission.

“We want to continue to have a platform for people with disabilities, but our long-term goal is for people to move into other festivals so we don’t have a separate film fest. We want to push people who have a knack for this into the mainstream film world.”

The Toledo Museum’s Art House Film and Teen Night event will show Black is the Color, a documentary about African American artists and what they’ve overcome to have their work recognized and exhibited in art galleries.

It includes an exploration of the history of changes within the art world, including milestone moments by black artists from Edmonia Lewis to Jean-Michel Basquiat. A discussion of the film will follow the showing. 7pm. Friday, February 22.

Toledo Museum of Art. Little Theater. 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. Search films at toledomuseum.org Free

2pm-5pm. Sunday, February 24.

Maumee Indoor Theatre.

601 Conant St., Maumee.

419-380-5422. lcomes@lucasdd.org. communityfilmfest.org. Free

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CURTAIN CALL

Opera over yonder

From Carlisle Floyd’s Appalachian-tinged Susannah to George Gershwin’s folk-jazz inspired Porgy and Bess, 20th century American opera says ’leave the castles and bourgeoise homes of the royal and elite behind and focus on the people we know, like our friends, families and neighbors.’ Featuring the America’s Got Talent top finalists, 3 Redneck Tenors, the result is a humorous, inspired, and thrilling musical adventure. See the classically trained singers perform during their stop in Monroe, Michigan. $35, general. $32, senior. $20, child. 7:30pm. Friday, February 22. The River Raisin Centre for the Arts, 114 S. Monroe St., Monroe, MI. 734-242-7722. Riverraisincentre.org

A multi-sensory performance

Sometimes the simplest things remind us of what is most important. Explore the connection between food, our senses, and family in a unique and immersive theater experience, Aglio e Olio. Created by actress Meg Persichetti and Laura Gilkey, an Adrian, Michigan native and film director, this unique play is set during the preparation of a meal, which the audience then shares together. Considering the performance is named after the deceptively simple and famously lauded pasta dish, Aglio e Olio is creative, delicious and easy to enjoy. Space is limited. Reservations are required. The performance will take place in a home in Blissfield, Michigan, and the address will be provided to ticket holders. $40. February 14-17. 6pm, Thursday-Saturday. 2:30pm, Sunday.

517-264-SHOW. Croswell.org

Retro Valentine

What happens when two friends spend over 50 years as pen pals, discussing hopes, dreams, ambitions, and more? Celebrate the sweetness of sentiment as Barbara Eden, of I Dream Of Jeannie, and Hal Linden, of Barney Miller, come together to perform in A.R. Gurney’s long running hit play, Love Letters.

Explore the power of the written word, friendship and love. $39+. Two performances, 2pm & 8pm. Saturday, February 23.

Valentine Theatre, 410 Adams St., 419-242-2787.

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THEATER NOTES

Performing to the beat of different drums

By Jeff McGinnis Since 1991, Stomp— the long-running stage percussion show featuring performers making music using unusual objects— has thrilled audiences, even inspiring some to later become cast members. This is the case for performer Krystal Renée, who was first exposed to Stomp while growing up in New York City.

“I remember seeing the ads for Stomp when I was a kid, and I always thought it was cool, because there were these performers that were using such energy and passion,” Renée said.

Now Renée has the chance to make young audience members feel the same way she did, as she works her fifth season as a member of Stomp’s touring cast.

Unlike any other

“Stomp is unlike any other show that you’ve seen. We make music out of objects that you wouldn’t, typically, consider instruments, like brooms, poles and metal trash cans. It’s a very unique show in that sense.”

Renée’s path to pounding trash cans and brooms on a nightly basis involved overcoming a lot of hardships along the way. Growing up, Renée’s love of theater and performance was tempered by her efforts to overcome physical limitations— she had major back surgery to correct scoliosis when she was 13. “Because there was no longer this range of flexibility that I had in my spine— I got into stepping, and that sort of dance, you could call body percussion,” Renée said.

She kept up stepping throughout high school and college, building her physical strength alongside her experience and love of both theater and music. “And I thought to myself, what’s a show that I might be able to do, that would suit me and my body, and some of the things that I’m interested in? And I remember saying to a friend who was in Lion King at the time— you know, the only show I’d like to do, that feels suitable for me, would be something like Stomp.”

Krystal Renée, a performer in Stomp, was first exposed to the show as a child in NYC.

Physically intense

Renée describes Stomp as an “extremely physically intense show,” and that intensity extends to the theatrical side of the production, as well. No two performances of Stomp are ever truly the same. The show tours with a cast of 12 performers, eight of which perform on any given night, and each play a different “character” than the previous night.

“It is always different, and there is an element, because of that, of improvisation. Sometimes things break in the middle of the shows— actually, very commonly,” Renée said with a laugh. “A broom will break, or something like that will happen. And so you learn to continue to keep the music going.”

As a result, even five seasons into her run with the show, Renée has found that the show has led to her growing belief that music, and a love for it, is one of the common bonds that brings all of humanity together.

“We’ve traveled to different countries, being able to go even somewhere like Guatemala. The show has gone to Brazil— places where they may not speak my language, in terms of English. That doesn’t mean that we can’t speak the same language, in terms of rhythm.” $34+. 7:30pm. Monday, February 25 and Tuesday, February 26.

Stranahan Theater, 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd., 1-866-381-7469. stranahantheater.com

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BOOK NOTES

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ODE-my gosh— it’s back

Frost Grape, Nightshade, Milkweed Justin Longacre’s newest chapbook sheds new light on the familiar

By Erin Holden

The annual Ode to the ZIP Code poetry contest— hosted by the The Fair Housing Center, The Arts Commission, the Toledo Lucas County Public Library, and the Toledo City Paper— is back!

Local poets in categories, adult (ages 16+) and youth (up to age 15), can submit poems from Friday, February 15 through Friday, March 1. Each entry should be an acrostic, haiku-like poem: simply determine your zip code, and write a 5 line poem using the number of words per line based on your ZIP code. The amount of words in each line are dictated by the numerical digit. For more information or examples, visit toledocitypaper.com/online/ottzc-2019-submit Free

Enter the archives

Justin Longacre’s poetry chapbook, Frost Grape, Nightshade, Milkweed (Raggedy Mouths Press, 2018) evokes images of desperation, ruin, escapism and, ultimately, hope. It takes readers through events that they are likely to experience in their everyday lives, homing in on them to take apart the layers of sadness that people face bravely every time they get out of bed. We asked Longacre a few questions about these themes and the role Toledo has played in his work.

What’s hidden in the Toledo Museum of Art library and archives?

Discover books, materials and more that are not typically on view as Alison Huftalen, head librarian, and Julie McMaster, archivist, offer a first-hand glimpse into the collection, with a spotlight on materials that showcase the history of the TMA during Library & Archives Unshelved: Museum History. Visit the Art Reference Library, frequented by art historians, researchers and academics, from 6-8pm on Thursday, February 21 to explore the collection. The TMA Art Reference Library is located in the University of Toledo Center for the Visual Arts.

2445 Monroe St., 419-255-8000. Toledomuseum.org Free

In “Something Has to Give,” there seems to be this idea of surviving on the idea that “that’s good enough” when everything is crumbling around us. You write about “a city skittering desperate against smooth green walls.”

How do you feel the city of Toledo is reflected in this poem? Toledo is all over this chapbook and all over my work in general. I am obsessed with the place. That particular poem is a recession poem. It was very directly inspired by living in a crumbling house in a crumbing neighborhood in a crumbling economy. So, the socio-economic circumstances of time and place are really at the core of the poem. But, I think it also has something to say about a more universal experience of overcoming inertia, of deciding when “that’s good enough” is no longer good enough.

“Blind Robins” has this strong sense of small town escapism, people who are weary and drinking “until we can’t feel the frozen pleather under our thighs.”

There is a tired desperation underlying the mundane in this poem and others.

What draws you to this subject? There is a tired desperation there, sure. I am writing about working people in a time and place of massive macro-economic upheaval.

However, I hope there are also moments of real beauty and transcendence. One of my core assumptions is that those two things are not mutually exclusive. The middle section of the chapbook is really dedicated to the ways in which we attempt to find joy or, at the very least, release.

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Celebrating African-American authors

Take a second— can you name five Black writers off the top of your head?

From W.E.B. Du Bois to bell hooks (pictured right), to James Baldwin, Zora Neale Hurston, Langston Hughes, and contemporary writers like Akwaeke Emezi, Roxane Gay, Victor LaValle, Elizabeth Acevedo, Ta-Nehisi Coates and Terrance Hayes, the impact of African-American writers on our nation’s canon is immeasurable. Use this month, February, to get a jump start on celebrating and learning from African-American writers during the Toledo Lucas County Public Library’s Black History Month Read-In. Visit any library location and read, listen to or watch any title from any Black author and add your name to the banner. Learn more at toledolibrary.org/blackhistory Free —AC

“And Still” made me feel like there is such joy in living in the present moment.

Why did you choose this poem as the ending? I am so glad that sense of joy came across. I placed this as the final poem for exactly that reason. Though this collection grapples with difficult socio-economic realities, I hope it isn’t a bummer. Poetry has the power to help us process experiences with a renewed sense of wonder and significance.

The whole last section of the chapbook deals with the ways in which language mediates our experience and helps us to create meaning.

Longacre will read from this chapbook at 5pm on Friday, February 22 at the Original Sub Shop. Purchase ‘Frost Grape, Nightshade, Milkweed’ at the reading or at Handmade Toledo.

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On the farm

In 1816, only 13 years after Ohio became a state, the Ohio General Assembly authorized the boards of all 88 counties to construct poor houses, which provided basic necessities— food, clothing, and shelter— to those who could not otherwise afford it. Explore the lives of those who lived on those poor houses through documentary photography and educational information at the exhibit Comfort & Convenience: Public Charity in Ohio by Way of the Poor Farm, currently on view at the Wood County Historical Center and Museum. Visit the exhibit opening and a meet and greet with photographer Jeffrey Hall from 5-8pm on Friday, February 22. Wood County Historical Center & Museum, 13660 County Home Rd., Bowling Green. 419-352-0967. woodcountyhistory.org Free

One Gallery Center

Head to the 22nd floor of One Government Center to see local art loved by Hizzoner, Toledo Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz. Originally planned for January 29 and rescheduled due to snow, the Mayor’s Art Reception will showcase works from local artists that will be displayed in the Mayor’s office and rotate twice a year. The exhibition, made possible through a partnership with The Arts Commission and curated by Toledo artist Nikki Eggerstorfer, features works by David Cuatlacuatl, Mary Jane Erard, Jemma Hostetler, Natalie Lanese, Yusuf Lateef, Katie Lenhert and Kati Kleimola. A reception will be held from 5-7pm on Tuesday, February 26. To enter the Government Center building, guests MUST have photo ID. All bags are subject to search and no large parcels or backpacks will be permitted. Nominal parking fees will apply. Free

Wild West, in the Glass City

Ever since he was a kid, Toledo artist Dave Wisniewski has been inspired by the cowboys, gunslingers, outlaws, lawmen— and everyone in between— from the Wild West. With nationally-recognized large scale oil paintings, Wisniewski, who is visually impaired, masterfully brings the West’s rough and tumble characters to life. See his work during Midnight Cowboy, a solo show at Fuller Art House. Through mid-March.

Fuller Art House, 5679 Main St., Sylvania. 419-882-8949.

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Natural creativity

Want to show your work in the next Wild About Art fair at the Toledo Zoo? The Zoo is seeking artists and craftsman to participate in the two-day art fair, taking place Saturday, August 3 and Sunday, August 4, 2019. Applications are due by Friday, April 5. To submit, visit toledozoo. org/wildaboutart or contact artfair@toledozoo.org with any questions. —AC

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ART EVENTS At the Galleries

BODH - Michigan resident Madhurima

Thursday, 2.14

Ganguly will display paintings and drawings inspired by her cultural heritage and extensive background in mythology, religion and politics.

Now through March 9. River House Arts, 425 Jefferson Ave. 419-441-4025. riverhousearts.com

Localeyes Tour - Old West End resident and filmmaker Dave Ayling will give a public walking tour and lecture, discussing his favorite works in the TMA Galleries. Tour leaves from Libbey Court at 6pm sharp. 6-7pm.

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

Richard Reed - Painter Richard Reed will show his most recent works in the gallery through March 8. The artist’s work ranges from colorful abstracts to impressionistic portraits.

Paula Brown Gallery, 912 Monroe St. 419-241-2822. paulabrowngallery.com

Sunday, 2.17

Sights + Sounds - The multi-media

exhibition features contemporary works and video installations by artists David Hockney, Maya Lin, Dorothy Cross and many more. On view through February 24.

Toledo Museum of Art, 2455 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org

Toledo Artists’ Club - Winners of the TAC

Artists’ Choice Awards will display their awardwinning works of art in the Showroom Gallery.

Sally Marti won first place for her painting “Blue Meadow.” On view through February 22.

American Frame, 400 Tomahawk Dr., Maumee.

419-887-8030. americanframe.com

Toy Stories - Imaginative paintings by Aaron Pickens will be on view in the gallery through March 30. 20 North, 18 N. Saint Clair St. 419-241-2400. 20northgallery.com

Zeitgeist: The Art Scene of Teenage Basquiat - The artist retrospective follows

Jean-Michel Basquiat and the gritty world of New York’s late 70s art scene. On view through March 22. Terhune Gallery at Owens Community College, 30335 Oregon Rd., Perrysburg. 567-661-7081. facebook.com/occartgallery

Painting with Acrylic Materials

Instructor Jules Webster leads an interactive painting demonstration using various forms of acrylics and technique. $50. 12:30-4pm.

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

Intro to Watercolors - Take an

introductory class on watercolor paints.

Materials included. $30. 3-5pm. Handmade Toledo, 1717 Adams St. 419-214-1717. handmadetoledo.com

Floral Notecards - Create special cards

using items found from nature. $18. 2-4pm.

577 Foundation, 577 E. Front St., Perrysburg.

419-874-4174. 577foundation.org

Thursday, 2.21 Library Archives Unshelved - Take

a guided tour of the TMA Reference Library.

Hosts Alison Huftalen and Archivist Julie McMaster will discuss current materials and the history of the space. 6-8pm.

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

Friday, 2.22 7th Annual Victory Center Cancer Survivor Art Show - Cancer survivors

will showcase their artwork exhibiting various mediums from watercolors to glass mosaics.

4-6pm. Also on Saturday, February 23 at 1-3pm.

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

Sunday, 2.24 Pick Your Project - Enjoy $1 mimosas while you design your very own custom decorative sign. $65. Noon-3pm.

Board and Brush, 6725 Central Ave. 419-245-8516. facebook.com/boardandbrushsylvania

Events

Wednesday, 2.13

Make Stamped Cards - Create special

occasion cards and love notes using stamps and papercrafts. $20. 6:30pm. 577 Foundation, 577 E. Front St., Perrysburg. 419-874-4174.

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Monday, 2.25 Intermediate Flameworking - Glass course works with the flame torch and soft glass. $225-$250. Meets 6:30-9:30pm.

Mondays February 25-March 25.

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LISTEN HEAR Portraits of Tatum

Staged readings of early life

Bolstered by the GlasSalon’s windows onto the city where Tatum spent his early life, Toledo area artists Curtis Smith, Brianna Byrd, Tisha Carroll, Myrna Allen Austin, Kenneth Taylor, Megan Yasu Davis, and Stanley Knox (DJ Money Knox)— veterans of and newcomers to New Works — will present staged readings of moments from Art Tatum’s life. Included, as well, will be music performed or inspired by Tatum, carefully selected to match the story told through the readings. Dr. Hunt illustrated this crucial interplay by pointing to the performance’s final number which features a vocalist — Myrna Allen-Austin — as an homage to Arlene Tatum, Art’s younger sister and a key figure and guardian in his life.

Telling Tatum’s Story

When asked what made her decide to present her book through dramatic and musical performance, Dr. Hunt explained, “I never get tired of looking for different ways to tell a story or to engage the audience… New Works is about looking, as an artist, at something in a different way.” Dr. Hunt,

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Legends often share a spotlight with the towns where they grew up. But Art Tatum’s best kept secret during his rise to titanic status in the world of jazz piano was his hometown. Dr. Imelda Hunt, author of The History of Art Tatum, 1909 - 1932, and founder/ director of New Works Writers Series, is a scholar of jazz. She started her work on The History of Art Tatum by exploring jazz at the turn of the twentieth century. Only after beginning research on the time period did she realize that famed pianist Art Tatum was born and raised in the same city where she spent her own childhood — Toledo, Ohio. After making the discovery, her mission became clear: to add much needed early life context to Tatum’s story and to demonstrate how he “impacted [Toledo] and transcended it” to become a national icon.

The Toledo Museum of Art’s Manager of Programs and Audience Engagement, Scott Boberg, highlighted Art Tatum’s crucial connection to Toledo and the TMA, emphasizing that Tatum was born and raised “blocks away from the museum.” So, it’s fitting that the TMA and Dr. Hunt’s New Works Writers Series collaborate to present Portraits of Tatum: Staged Readings/Selected Stories of a Toledo Jazz Legend in the museum’s GlasSalon on Thursday, February 21.

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TEACHER’S PET Dr. Imelda Hunt who will host a book signing after the performance, seized the opportunity to introduce an audience to Tatum’s story in this unique context.

The partnership between New Works and the TMA continues to be fruitful because of the performing arts group’s emphasis on multi-sensory experiences; Boberg describes the TMA’s similar commitment to multi-disciplinary art as “key to the museum’s identity and mission.” Both Boberg and Dr. Hunt stressed that Portraits of Tatum is also a much deserved celebration of Toledo’s rich and oft-overlooked jazz history. Boberg highlighted, in particular, that jazz has long held a crucial place in the museum’s artistic life, although the TMA is often more celebrated for its work with classical musicians. In commemorating the early life and musical genius of Art Tatum, New Works Writers Series and the Toledo Museum of Art brings a legend’s story back to the city of his childhood, sharing a source of great pride in this place we all call home.

7pm. Thursday, February 21.

Toledo Museum of Art, GlasSalon.

2445 Monroe St., 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free.

Room 206 at Central Catholic High School was religion class..

I was the talker girl. Our teacher, Ms. Lagger got tired of my chattiness so she told me to move my seat. I remember her saying to move next to Sam...“he doesn’t talk”... maybe he didn’t. But I did! I sat down and started chatting with him! 13 years later and we are 5 years married with a little baby boy! Thanks Ms. Lagger for moving my seat that day! - Abbey Mezinko, Toledo

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“I’m so sorry,” he says, preparing to move out. “It’s not me,” she says, “who will suffer the most, but you.” Her eyes like cast iron cooling in the mold, the heat evaporating between them, lost wax. “Each time you two have sex—and not as often as you might expect—after all the hard rubbing and the whimpering gasps, brief tremors, after the restrained howl of your coming, you’ll sink into your usual gloom and no TV news, beer, snack, moonlight stroll or mundane chat will distract from the unqualified fact that you abandoned wife and children, that every time we think of you, love will be tempered with loathing.” But no, that’s not what she says. She says, “I hope your whore gives you what you really want.” - Leonard Kress, Toledo

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BUT, DOES BITTERNESS LAST? Love is an illusion like every thing the mind conjures up. The entire gamut of emotions associate with love they’re fleeting as nothing is permanent, not even love . Love can only temporarily make you feel exhilarated and free because illusions are also impermanent. Don’t comprehend this as negative just understand nothing lasts forever. Ask anyone if anything in their lives has lasted , whether it be good or bad .

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Mysterious love I don’t remember the first time I fell in love. Love is like that. A mysterious, occult magic before you find it, but once experienced it becomes something that has been there through each moment of your existence. Time wasn’t real before that instant. Sometimes it fills you completely, every fiber of your being. Sometimes it goes unnoticed, but remains with you. Moving you. Driving you, like your breath or heartbeat.

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Adonis in the flesh Eight years ago, I walked into a convenience store, when I set my eyes on the most handsome, virile Adonis I had ever seen. He smiled and I think I lost time.

I knew he was the one, except I was already betrothed to another, and I was quite sure this man had to be. Still, I began showing up to the store daily to buy things I didn’t need, just to share his space. Then the one-sided emotional affair alert sounded off. This was so wrong. I had to cut off the store and my crush cold turkey. Six years faded, I found myself unhitched and I knew I had to find him. Thank you, social media! A friend of a friend of a person I may know, and there he was, a friend request and inbox message away from forever love.

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Narcissistic relationships steal your dignity and puncture your mind. My relationship of four years abandoned me on my birthday; a birthday marking a milestone in my survival with a rare disease I suffer from. He cut me off completely and threatened me if I were to ever contact him again. A few weeks later I found out he was getting married to another woman.

My old friends and his family, who I became close to, were congratulating them on their bragging social media parade.

I realize how impressionable I was when he met me because he was still in a serious relationship during our beginning months, while I was getting diagnosed with my illness.

His life has been overlap relationships, seeking vulnerable new supply. Although the resulting pain was unspeakable, I am a stronger, fiercer, and more independent woman than ever.

- Stephanie, Toledo

BAD MEETS GOOD

Met in the middle of a robbery.

Fell in love.

Got married at a murder trial.

Built a family. Built a team.

Lived better.

- Ivory Wins, Toledo

An unforgettable luncheon

A girl and I went out to lunch before my deployment overseas. It was a friendly lunch with no real intentions. We continued to talk while I was away (I liked her) and when I returned she gave me two hand made gifts: origami stars for every day I was gone and a map with the words “Home is wherever people miss you” or something like that. Apparently she was trying to friend-zone me because she didn’t like me. It didn’t work because we are now married with two kids.

- Jeremy England, Toledo

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Bob and I met at a house party for law students. We both crashed it for our own reasons. Neither of us studied law. We arrived at the same time and he held the door for me to enter. Chivalrous, I thought.

I danced with him and drank some of his scotch. I gave my phone number to his roommate who asked me for it. The next day, Bob called to ask for a date. My mother answered the phone and kept whispering to me, “He sounds nice.” I accepted. We went for a drink at a bar. He never asked me how old I was. I didn’t tell him I was just 20. Six weeks later we were engaged. Six months after we met, we were married. This May 24th we will have been married 50 years. Fate is a funny thing.

- Pam Kelso, Sylvania

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Highlighted events indicates our picks for the week

WED, FEB 13 Manhattan’s: Open Mic with Ross Thompson (open mic)

THURS, FEB 14 Barr’s Public House: Kyle White (acoustic, covers) Durty Bird: Deep Groove Trio (jazz, funk) Hollywood Casino: Swingmania (jazz, orchestra) Manhattan’s: Jason Quick (folk, jazz) Ottawa Tavern: Jack & the Bear, Human Juicebox, Pavlica (folk/rock, songwriter) (alternative/rock) Ottawa Tavern: My Funky Valentine (Prince tribute) Rasa: Rasa After Dark with Aaron Jones The lounge comes alive with cool beats.

Aaron Jones performs. 7-10pm.

2633 W. Bancroft St. 419-725-0525. rasarestaurantandbar.com (various) Free Swig: Melissa & Scott (acoustic, covers)

FRI, FEB 15 Civic Music Hall: Scarab (Journey tribute) Cock n Bull: Barile & May, The Bridges (acoustic rock) (rock, covers) Distillery: Noisy Neighbors (pop/rock, covers) Durty Bird: Straight Up (jazz, pop) Frankie’s: Bobc@, Zak Nevers, Tony Patron, Sadsace & more (various) Manhattan’s: Andrew Ellis Take it easy on Adams Street with a great coctail, appitezer and live music 7pm. 1516 Adams St. 419- 243-6675. manhattanstoledo.com (acoustic rock) Free Ottawa Tavern: Stormy Chromer, Cactus Jack, Jason Ramm (alternative/rock, songwriter) Rocky’s Bar: Dueling Pianos (pop, piano) Swig: King Size Drag (rockabilly)

SAT, FEB 16 Cock n Bull: The Bridges (rock, covers) Distillery: Organized KOS (pop/rock, covers) Durty Bird: Dueling Pianos (pop, piano) Hollywood Casino: Jess Posa (Frank Sinatra tribute) Manhattan’s: Chloe & the Steel Strings (folk/country, rock) Ottawa Tavern: Mud City Melee (hip hop, electronic) The Pub: The Western Pleasures (rockabilly) Swig: Ross Thompson (acoustic, covers) Toledo Museum of Art: Great Performances: UM Baroque Orchestra The ensemble will perform the music of Bach and Reich in the Great Gallery. 2pm.

Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org (classical) Free TMA Peristyle: Queen Latifah & Toledo Symphony Orchestra See our Music Note, this page. (pop/hip hop, orchestra)

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SUN, FEB 17 Art & Performance Center: Fleeson & Sherwood (acoustic rock) Cock n Bull: The Bridges (rock, covers) Durty Bird: Jazz Brunch with Straight Up (jazz, pop) Rasa: Jazz Brunch with Hector Mendoza Rasa cooks up a mean brunch on the weekends. To make it even more interesting, Rasa will host guitarist Hector Mendoza. Prices vary. 10am-2pm.

2633 W. Bancroft St. 419-725-0525. rasarestaurantandbar.com (jazz/pop guitarist) Free Toledo Museum of Art: BGSU Faculty (classical) Village Idiot: Bob Rex Jam (jazz percussionist)

MON, FEB 18 Village Idiot: Frankie May Jam (rock)

TUES, FEB 19 Art & Performance Center: One for the Foxes The folk trio performs traditional and original Irish-American music. Dave Curley, Tadhg Ó Meachair, and Joanna Hyde share their passion for song with an attentive audience. $15. 7-9pm.

2702 W. Sylvania Ave. 419-913-9010. facebook.com/apcwesttoledo (Irish Folk) Durty Bird: Twenty Twenty Four (jazz, pop) Rocky’s Bar: Blues & Rock Jam Play some favorites with your very own rhythm section. Musicians Mark Sentle and Joel Hazard know the bassline and beat to every song in Western civilization.

8:30-11:30pm. 4020 Secor Rd. 419-472-1996. facebook.com/rockysrules (open mic) Free Village Idiot: Barile & May (acoustic rock)

WED, FEB 20 Durty Bird: Amelia Airharts (pop/rock, songwriter) Manhattan’s: Open Mic with Ross Thompson (open mic) Ottawa Tavern: That One Guy, Flat Earth Agenda (folk/pop, songwriter) UT Arts Center: Art Tatum Scholarship Concert: Tad Remembered The late educator, composer, pianist Tad Weed will be honored with a memorial concert Wednesday. Guest musicians Dan Palmer, Ben Maloney, Travis Aukerman, Estar Cohen, Matt and Alta DeChamplain and Will Bennett will perform along with members of the UT Jazz Faculty. $5-$15.

7-9pm. 1910 W. Rocket Dr. 419-530-2787. utoledo.tix.com

THURS, FEB 21 Barr’s Public House: Whiskey Business (acoustic, covers) BGSU Moore Arts: Bill Street & JeanMarie Londeix Guest musicians will perform a classical set with pianist Viktoria Reiswich-Dapp.

8-9pm. 1031 State University, Bowling Green. 419-372-2181. bgsu.edu Free (classical)

Black Cloister:Beer and Hymns Sing your heart out with Maumee Valley Presbytery choir. 7-8p. Black Cloister Brewing, 619 Monroe St. 419-214-1500. facebook.com/blackcloister Free Durty Bird: Gray & Cleveland (vocal jazz, pop) Frankie’s: Flaw, Reject the Silence, Harrowsfield, Messenger HD (hard rock) Manhattan’s: Jeff Stewart (acoustic, songwriter) Swig: The Reverend The Engineer (acoustic rock, covers)

FRI, FEB 22 Barr’s Public House: Acoustic Clam (acoustic, covers) Cock n Bull: Barile & May, Skittle Bots (acoustic rock) (pop/rock, covers) Distillery: Fu5ion (pop/rock, covers) Durty Bird: Mojoe Boes & His Noble Jones (blues, rock) Frankie’s: Alex Ander, FAM, Redstart and more (hip hop, dj) Hollywood Casino: Johnny Rodriguez, Soulstice (guitarist) (pop/rock, covers) Howard’s BG: Angela Perley (folk/rock, songwriter) Manhattan’s: Tim Oehlers (acoustic, songwriter) The Pub: Old State Line (country, folk) Rocky’s Bar: The House Rockers (rock, covers) Swig: Chloe & Connor (acoustic rock, covers) TMA Peristyle: Toledo Symphony Orchestra: Brahm’s First The program includes works by Schumann and Brahms. Sara Davis Buechner will be the guest pianist. $25-$60. 7:30pm. 2445 Monroe St. 419-246-8000. toledosymphony.com

SUPPORT AND CONSERVE

FRIDAY, 3.15 / PROMEDICA STEAM PLANT Since 1993, the Black Swamp Conservancy has conserved and restored some of the Northwest Ohio region’s most important natural resources, protecting more than 17,400 acres. Support their continued efforts during the 8th annual Bluegrass & Green Acres Fundraiser. Held on the banks of the Maumee River in downtown Toledo, the evening of food, music and auctions will be highlighted by a powerhouse bluegrass trio of artists— Eric Lambert (guitar), Mark Lavengood (dobro) and Aaron Jonah Lewis (fiddle and banjo)— who annual attendees will fondly remember from past years. This concert will serve as a debut for the trio, who will then move on to a short spring tour. $75, includes parking, dinner, and a beer and wine bar. For an additional $25, enjoy a pre-event cocktail party at 5:30pm, which features a signature drink and appetizer. 6:30pm. Friday, March 15. This popular fundraiser sells out quickly, so purchase your tickets now by calling 419-833-1025 or visiting BlackSwamp.org.

YASSS QUEEN

SATURDAY, 2.16 / PERISTYLE CONCERT HALL The United States is no monarchy, but that doesn’t mean we don’t have royalty. Bow to the legend herself, Queen Latifah, as she performs with the Toledo Symphony Orchestra for a special evening of jazz, pop, rap and song. $50+. 8pm. 2445 Monroe St., 419-246-8000.

Toledosymphony.com

SAT, FEB 23 Cock n Bull: Skittle Bots (pop/rock, covers) Distillery: Venyx (pop/rock, covers) Durty Bird: Chloe & the Steel Strings (folk/country, rock) Fleetwood’s Tap Room: O.K. Trio (pop/funk, covers) Frankie’s: Convictions, The Harbor Divide, Second String Hero, Lakepoint, North to Nowhere (hard rock) Hollywood Casino: Under the Covers (pop/rock) Howard’s BG: Moths in the Attic, Suffering, Praying Hands, Boo Lee Crosser, Justin Payne (alternative rock, songwriter) Manhattan’s: Stephen Woolley (acoustic, songwriter) Meyer Theater, Monroe: 32nd Black History Month Blues Concert Musicians Walter Wolfman Washington & The Roadmasters and Vanessa Collier are scheduled to perform. Get up and dance.

7pm. Monroe Community College, 1555 S. Raisinville Rd., Monroe.

734-242-7300. monroeccc.edu (blues, songwriter) Free Swig: Screams and Whispers (acoustic rock, covers) TMA Peristyle: Toledo Symphony Orchestra: Brahm’s First (classical)

February 13 • February 26

SUN, FEB 24 BGSU Moore Arts: Graduate Percussion Quartet (classical) Durty Bird: Jazz Brunch with Nate Kester Group (jazz) Toledo Museum of Art: Great Performances: Julia Siciliano The pianist will perform works by composers Logan Skelton and Ravel.

3pm. 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org (classical pianist) Free Village Idiot: Bob Rex Jam (jazz percussionist) Wesley’s: Swap and Spin DJs will play all-vinyl sets throughout the day and Chef Micah Risher will prepare groovy bites. No records stores please — just connoisseurs. 4-8pm.

1201 Adams St., 419-255-3333. See the event on Facebook. Free

MON, FEB 25 UT Center for Arts: Jazz Ensemble (jazz) Village Idiot: Frankie May Jam (rock) Tu

TUES, FEB 26

Durty Bird: Hector Mendoza (jazz, guitarist) Huntington Center: James Taylor & Bonnie Raitt (folk, blues) Rocky’s Bar: Songwriter’s Night with Kyle Smithers (open mic) Ottawa Tavern: I Am, Hanging Fortress, Tugboat, Cherry (hard rock) UT Center for Arts: Latin Jazz Ensemble (jazz) Village Idiot: Barile & May (acoustic rock)

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ROAD TRIP

SO COOL, SO HOT 2.21-2.23 / PROMENADE PARK

Thursday, 2.14 [misc] Valentine Days Tour - Take a guided tour of the Hayes Estate, Museum and Library. Refreshments will be served along the way while singer Joan Eckermann will give a performance in the parlor.

History is so romantic! $20-$40. Three tours offered at 4:30pm, 6pm and 7:30pm.

Hayes Presidential Museum, Spiegel Grove, Fremont, 419-332-2081. rbhayes.org

[misc] Valentine’s Day Packages - Live it up for the holiday! The Hancock Hotel and Mancy’s is offering a special package that includes a four course dinner at Mancy’s with a bottle of wine, a stay at the Hancock Hotel and surprise gift. $300 plus gratuity. Offered Thursday through Saturday, February 16. Hancock Hotel, 631 S. Main St., Findlay.

419-423-0631, “Hancock Hotel” on Facebook. hancockhotel.com

[misc] Book Sale - Support the library at the book sale.

Prices vary. 9am-5:30pm. Locke Library, 703 Miami St. 419-259-5310. toledolibrary.org Free

Friday, 2.15 [misc] 11th Toledo Golf Show - More than 5,000 visitors will stop by for a look at the countless vendors and their newest golf-related items. $6-$7.

3-8pm. Also at 9am-6pm on Saturday, February 16 and at 10am-4pm on Sunday, February 17.

Tam-O-Shanter Expo Center, 7060 Sylvania Ave., Sylvania. 419-885-1167. toledogolfshow.com

[fundraisers] 12th Fearless In Fuchsia - Shop, chat and dine

at this fundraiser for the Victory Center at Mercy Health providing programming for cancer patients and caregivers. $75. 10:30pm-2pm.

Hilton Garden Inn , 6165 Levis Commons Blvd., Perrysburg. 419-873-0700. thevictorycenter.org

[talks & lectures] History of Toledo Botanical - Take a guided ‘virtual’ tour of the gardens and estate and learn more about the history surrounding it. 9-11am.

Franciscan Center, Franciscan Center, 6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania. 419-517-8950. lordes.edu

[education] [lit] Readings and Discussion from John Scott’s Chapbook: “Afternoons at the A.O. Café” - The program will feature staged readings from the late Toledo poet, and playwright Professor John Scott in honor of Black History Month. 7pm.

Valentine Theatre, 410 Adams St. 419-215-2437. toledohistorymuseum.org Free

Saturday, 2.16 [misc] Happy Hearts Day - Bring your sweetie and your children to watch the animals enjoy their holidaythemed enrichment treats! This event is free with Zoo admission and takes place 10am–3pm throughout the Zoo. The Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way, Toledo. 419-385-5721. toledozoo.org/valentine.

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Warm up in February by cooling down with three days of free fun at ProMedica’s Fire + Ice Festival. From Thursday, February 21 through Saturday, February 23, Promenade Park will offer outdoor activities, such as ice sculptures, ice skating, video games on the big screen, a charity soup cook-off and more. Heated tents throughout the park will keep things warm,. For a complete lineup of event times and activities, see online. 5-7pm, Thursday. 5-9pm, Friday. Noon-9pm, Saturday. 250 Water St., See “Fire + Ice Festival” on Facebook. Free

PRESENT DAY BLACK HISTORY SATURDAY, 2.23 / THE FREDERICK DOUGLASS COMMUNITY CENTER

Celebrate the people who are making a difference in our community during the Community Solidarity Response Network of Toledo’s (CSRN) Black Lives Matter Awards. CSRN will honor 25 Toledoans under the age of 45 who make an impact on Toledo through hard work, activism and sacrifice. Show your appreciation during this evening of awards, dinner, and entertainment. For more info or to make a donation toward this effort please contact Hadgu or Bro. Washington at 419-378-1532 or 419-973-0248. RSVP. $20. 6-8pm. 1001 Indiana Ave., facebook.com/csrntoledo —AC

[fundraisers]

[theatre]

5th Valentine’s Barkery Sale - Support the shelter and its effort to house and care for thousands of pets annually at this fun bake sale.

Treats for humans and pets will be available for purchase. Prices vary. Noon-5pm.

Toledo Humane Society, 827 Illinois Ave., Maumee. 419-897-0705. toledohumane.org

Zuzu African Acrobats - Watch the troupe’s aerial performance set to music. Zuzu has performed international in over 25 countries. $5. 5:30pm.

Franciscan Center, 6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania.

419-517-8950. lordes.edu

Sunday, 2.17 [education] The Art of the Cut - The event explores the art

and culture surrounding African American barbers and community. Six local barbers will perform haircuts inspired by works of art. Stay for the DJ set and cash bar. 3-6pm. Toledo Museum, 2444 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org

Free

[misc] Pinterest Comes to Life - Planning your wedding? Browse the hundreds of booths and displays based on popular Pinterest boards. $5.

1-4pm. UT Radisson, 3100 Glendale Ave. 419-381-6800. facebook event Pinterest Toledo

[fundraisers] 8th Cupcake Showdown for CTW - Local bakers will compete for best cupcake, themed cupcake and people’s choice awards at this fundraiser for the Children’s Theatre Workshop. $10-$15. 2-4:30pm. St. Francis de Sales School, 2049 Parkside Blvd. 419-244-5061. ctwtoledo.org

Wednesday, 2.20

[talks & lectures] Naturalist Lecture - Matthew Schumar (Ohio Bird Conservation Initiative) will discuss ongoing efforts to retain habitats and sustainable environments for migrating birds and natives species. 7pm.

Lake Erie Center, 6200 Bayshore Rd., Oregon.

419-530-8360. utoledo.edu/nsm/lec Free

[misc] ADDY Awards - The evening includes dinner, live entertainment, a cash bar and the awards ceremony. The American Advertising Awards aim to recognize creative excellence in the field of advertising and design. $30-$50. 5:30pm. Valentine Theatre, 410 Adams St. 419-866-4199. aaftoledo.org

[dance] Dances from the Motherland - Elev8ted Productions will perform and discuss the meanings behind African dance. 4-5pm. Locke Library, 703 Miami St. 419-259-5310. toledolibrary.org Free

Friday, 2.22 [music] Name That Tune - Play a fun musical game with friends. Prices vary for dinner and drinks. 7:3010:30pm. Toledo Yacht Club, 3900 N. Summit St. 419-726-3485. facebook.com/toledoyachtclub

[misc]

[dance]

Breaking the Glass - Join other entrepreneurs, blue-collar workers, and young professionals at this fun networking event. 6-9pm.

Upgrade Wine & Spirits, 2640 W. Laskey Rd. 419-474-3971. RSVP at eventbrite.com. Free

TGIF Dance Party - Show off your moves, and mix and mingle at this dance party. 8-10pm. Toledo Ballroom, 6365 Monroe St., Sylvania.

419-690-3897. toledoballroom.com Free

Thursday, 2.21 [education] [lit] Portraits of Tatum - New Works Writers Series presents staged readings and stories of Toledo legendary jazz pianist and composer, Art Tatum.

7pm. TMA Glass Pavilion, 2444 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free

Saturday, 2.23 [misc] 6th Cabin Fever Craft Show - Craftsmen and artists will be showing their wares at this fun annual craft show. $5. 10am-4pm. Lucas County Rec. Center, 2901 Key St., Maumee. 419-794-7150.

Old Stable and Co on facebook

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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.

Past Tense Performance

Performance artist Carrie Mae Weems’ newest production, Past Tense, builds on her previous endeavor, Grace Notes, a project inspired by President Obama singing “Amazing Grace” after the Charleston church shooting where nine African Americans were killed. Past Tense explores issues of race, class and politics, examining the past to better understand the present. $34-$60. Prices subject to change. 8pm-10pm. Friday, February 15 and Saturday, February 16. Power Center for the Performing Arts. 121 Fletcher St. Ann Arbor. ums.org. —EH

Double Dare

Critics did not know what to think when Bauhaus released their first album, In the Flat Field, in 1980. A music magazine referred to the nine-song album as “nine meaningless moans and flails,” and other reviewers were similarly dismissive.

Today, In the Flat Field stands as one of the most influential and important goth albums. Celebrate 40 years of Bauhaus as Peter Murphy and David J perform In the Flat Field, and other Bauhaus classics, live.This is likely to sell out. $45+. 7pm.

Saint Andrew’s Hall, 431 E. Congress St., Detroit.

313-961-8961.

Livenation.com

Infinity

At 89 years of age, the Japanese contemporary artist Yayoi Kusama has had a celebrated career.

She is the biggest selling female artist of all time with countless retrospectives of her work. She has a museum opened in her name, now filled with her works, and she doesn’t stop. Explore her life, her prolific career, and her story when the Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit screens the film Kusama, Infinity: The Life and Art of Yayoi Kusama. $10. $7 for MOCAD members. 8pm. Thursday, February 21.

4454 Woodward Ave., Detroit.

313-832-6622. Mocadetroit.org —AC

Joshua Davis and Luke Winslow Winslow-King

Friday, 2.15 / The Ark The Great Lake’s own Joshua Davis brings his modern folk music to the Ark’s stage. His single “Just Getting By” (Earthwork Music) speaks of everyday struggles and victories in a small town. Northern Michigan native Luke Winslow Winslow-King shares his mastery of New-Orleans/Michigan gospel blues. These two songwriters bring the community together through song. $30. 7pm. 316 S. Main St., Ann Arbor. theark.org (folk, songwriter) —SE

[misc] Taste of Schedel Bridal Show - Meet the venue’s preferred vendors and take a tour of the grounds. Plan your wedding with Schedel! 11am-2pm. Schedel Gardens, 19255 W. Portage River South Rd., Elmore.

419-862-3182. schedel-gardens.org Free

Sunday, 2.24 [film] CommUNITY Film Fest - The festival will feature locally submitted amateur films that focus on everyday life in our community.

2-5pm. Maumee Indoor Theatre, 601 Conant St., Maumee. 419-897-8902. facebook event

Free

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TOLEDO ACCORDING TO...

Casey Gsell

Principal Bassoonis t, Toledo Symphony Has lived in Toledo for 3 1/2 years Most people know me for: Being up on the big scr een at our Toledo Symphony concerts.

Anthony Fontana Owens Corning User Experience Leader Has lived in Toledo for 14 years

I wish more people knew me for: Bassoon! Not everyon e knows which instrument it is. If you aren’t sure, wave at me after a concer t, and I’ll bring it to the front of the stage for you to check out!

Most people know me for: I’m in the seminary at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo, and I lead a couple of meditation groups around town.

The artists and mu sicians I love: My colleagues in the Toledo Symphony!

We play over 150 con certs each year in a wide range of styles.

Individually, we all have many years of tra ining and practice, and then we all come together to create great music in the mo ment for Toledo.

When I was in high school, I probably would have been de scribed as: Quiet and book smart .

I wish more people knew me for: My art and performances at Artomatic 419!

The best view in Toledo: The view of the High Level Bridge from the trails outside Owens Corning’s offices along the river.

The Toledoan I most admire: My teacher, Jay Rinsen Weik, who is a UT Jazz Professor, Founder of Shobu Aikido and the Toledo Mindfulness Institute, and Abbott of the Buddhist Temple. He’s a great teacher and a fantastic speaker. If you haven’t met him or heard him talk, come on by or check out the temple podcast.

What my ideal day looks like, from morning to night: On Zen retreat out near Oak Openings. Meditation, nature, naps, and the most tasty vegan food found anywhere around.

When I was in high school, I probably would have been described as: A comic book geek.

What I’m listening to: Weezer Teal just dropped and I’m all about it.

The type of garment or accessory that I have the most of: Mala bead bracelets. My newest was a Christmas gift from Casey. It has a bead sealed with lavender that we picked when we got engaged. And it was made locally by The Vintage Angel.

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When we’re craving Graham Central Station, we go to Handel’s Ice Cream.

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The thing we truly need to let go of: Getting the potholes paved.

If I met the 16-yearold me, she would: Be proud! When I wa s 16, I wasn’t sure if it was realistic to hope to be an orchestra principal because the re are so few jobs available.

The reason I am most proud of myself right now: I learned to make oat pancakes, just like Rasa makes.

What makes us truly feel alive: Being in love.

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The best thing I’ve eaten in Toledo: Oat pancakes at Rasa and brussel sprouts at QQ kitchen.

The street I drive on/walk on most often is: The road to Balance for tacos.

The best time we ever had in Toledo: Will be next summer, when we get married at Wildwood.

My first kiss in Toled o was: With Anthony, in the Old West End.

The hardest decision we have made in the past year: Where to go on our honeymoon...still TBD! The last time I had a serious-oh-mygod-my-stomach-hurts-now belly laugh was when: We were watching a comedy on Netflix, Secret Time with Bert Kreisher.

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We could sum up our personal style with these five words: Where are the peanut butter cups?

If we could change one thing about Toledo: Pave the potholes.

If we knew we could get away with it, we would: Open an indie movie theatre... and eat popcorn all day.

February 13 • February 26

What I’m listening to: NBA podcasts.

On a typical day, I we ar: Yoga clothes! I love wo rking out at The Hot Room and Yogaja.

The type of garmen t or accessory that I have the most of: Black items for concer ts.

It’s surprisingly hard to match!

The fashion risk I wi sh I took sooner: Vintage jewelry! I’m in love.

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SOCIAL STUDIES

Photos by Christine Senack

2019 Greater Toledo Auto Show Preview Gala

Guests revved their engines during the Toledo Area Auto Dealers / Auto Dealers United for Kids annual gala, which has raised over $1.85 millions for local children’s charities.

Andrea Robinson, Tammy Gardener and Kaiko Zureich.

Brigette Burnett and Nichole Langley.

Michael Graham, Mark Yevtich, Bridget Rundquist and Ryan McCabe.

The Imagination Station’s Elements of Style STEM professionals modeled designs from local boutiques and the science-inspired Shenova collection during this fashion show fundraiser.

Heidi Koedam, Amanda Metzger, Catherine Summers, Beth Gensler and Sally Gladwell.

Kelli Winston and Tina Asiedu.

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February 13 • February 26

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FREEWILL ASTROLOGY Š2019

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

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19. Antlered grazer 20. Banned pollutant initials 21. Like chocolate chip cookies just out of the oven 22. Without thinking 24. Group that routinely has hits?

26. Untouched 27. People of China’s capital engages in fisticuffs?

33. Some dice rolls 36. It can help you get rid of your shit 37. Tierra Whack song 38. Picks up the check 39. Krispy Kreme purchase 40. Type of bean 41. Snack food company whose mascot is a girl wearing a red bow 42. Rattan weaver 43. “The Highwayman� poet, whose name is two opposite words 44. Nomad from an eastern Pennsylvania city?

47. “Bad driver, coming through!�

48. Fighting force 52. Circus opening?

54. Line of text?

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58. Farmers Insurance Open org.

59. Sunfish in Michigan’s capital?

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40. Bit of paperwork 42. Round figures 43. Shooter of soft bullets 45. i piece 46. Puffed up 49. Mark time 50. Othello pieces 51. Test 52. Eyewear, in ads 53. Look over 54. [removed from the email] 55. Character actor Morales 56. Bacon part 60. “Sweet But Psycho� singer ___ Max 61. AC meas.

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Š Copyright 2019 Rob Brezsny

Week of February 14

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): According to the *Encyclopedia of Occultism and Parapsychology*, the word “obsession� used to refer to the agitated state of a person who was besieged by rowdy or unruly spirits arriving from outside the person. “Possession,� on the other hand, once meant the agitated state of a person struggling against rowdy or unruly spirits arising from within. In the Western Christian perspective, both modes have been considered primarily negative and problematic. In many other cultures, however, spirits from both the inside and outside have sometimes been regarded as relatively benevolent, and their effect quite positive. As long as you don’t buy into the Western Christian view, I suspect that the coming weeks will be a favorable time for you to consort with spirits like those.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): When directors of movies say, “It’s a wrap,� they mean that the shooting of a scene has been finished. They may use the same expression when the shooting of the entire film is completed. That’s not the end of the creative process, of course. All the editing must still be done. Once that’s accomplished, the producer may declare that the final product is “in the can,� and ready to be released or broadcast.

From what I can determine, Aries, you’re on the verge of being able to say, “it’s a wrap� for one of your own projects. There’ll be more work before you’re ready to assert, “it’s in the can.�

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): In accordance with astrological omens, I invite you to create your own royal throne and sit on it whenever you need to think deep thoughts and formulate important decisions. Make sure your power chair is comfortable as well as beautiful and elegant. To enhance your ability to wield your waxing authority with grace and courage, I also encourage you to fashion your own crown, scepter, and ceremonial footwear. They, too, should be comfortable, beautiful, and elegant.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): In 1995, astronomer Bob Williams got a strong urge to investigate a small scrap of the night sky that most other astronomers regarded as boring. It was near the handle of the constellation known as the Big Dipper.

Luckily for him, he could ignore his colleagues’ discouraging pressure. That’s because he had been authorized to use the high-powered Hubble Space Telescope for a ten-day period.

To the surprise of everyone but Williams, his project soon discovered that this seemingly unremarkable part of the heavens is teeming with over 3,000 galaxies. I suspect you may have a challenge akin to Williams’, Gemini. A pet project or crazy notion of yours may not get much support, but I hope you’ll pursue it anyway. I bet your findings will be different from what anyone expects.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): A study by the Humane Research Council found that more than eighty percent of those who commit to being vegetarians eventually give up and return to eating meat. A study by the National Institute of Health showed that only about 36 percent of alcoholics are able to achieve full recovery; the remainder relapse. And we all know how many people make New Year’s resolutions to exercise more often, but then stop going to the gym by February. That’s the bad news. The good news, Cancerian, is that during the coming weeks you will possess an enhanced power to stick with any commitment you know is right and good for you. Take advantage!

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Are there two places on earth more different from each other than Europe and Africa? Yet there is a place, the Strait of Gibralter, where Europe and Africa are just 8.7 miles apart. Russia and the United States are also profoundly unlike each other, but only 2.5 miles apart where the Bering Strait separates them. I foresee the a metaphorically comparable phenomenon in your life. Two situations or influences or perspectives that may seem to have little in common will turn out to be closer to each other than you imagined possible.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Virgo basketball star Latrell Sprewell played professionally for 13 years. He could have extended his career at least three more seasons, but he turned down an offer for $21 million from the Minnesota team, complaining that it wouldn’t be sufficient to feed his four children. I will ask you not to imitate his behavior, Virgo. If you’re offered a deal or opportunity that doesn’t perfectly meet all your re-

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quirements, don’t dismiss it out of hand. A bit of compromise is sensible right now.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): In 1992, an Ethiopian man named Belachew Girma became an alcoholic after he saw his wife die from AIDS. And yet today he is renowned as a Laughter Master, having dedicated himself to explore the healing powers of ebullience and amusement. He presides over a school that teaches people the fine points of laughter, and he holds the world’s record for longest continuous laughter at three hours and six minutes. I nominate him to be your role model in the next two weeks. According to my analysis of the astrological omens, you will be especially primed to benefit from the healing power of laughter.

You’re likely to encounter more droll and whimsical and hilarious events than usual, and your sense of humor should be especially hearty and finely-tuned.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): A study published in the journal *Social Psychological and Personality Science* suggests that people who use curse words tend to be more candid. “Swearing is often inappropriate but it can also be evidence that someone is telling you their honest opinion,� said the lead researcher. “Just as they aren’t filtering their language to be more palatable, they’re also not filtering their views.�

If that’s true, Scorpio, I’m going to encourage you to curse more than usual in the coming weeks. According to my analysis of the astrological omens, it’s crucial that you tell as much of the whole truth as is humanly possible. (P.S. Your cursing outbursts don’t necessarily have to be delivered with total abandon everywhere you go. You could accomplish a lot just by going into rooms by yourself and exuberantly allowing the expletives to roll out of your mouth.)

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): In the mid-1980s, a California carrot farmer grew frustrated with the fact that grocery stories didn’t want to buy his broken and oddly shaped carrots. A lot of his crop was going to waste.

Then he got the bright idea to cut and shave the imperfect carrots so as to make smooth little baby carrots. They became a big success. Can you think of a metaphorically comparable adjustment you could undertake, Sagittarius?

Is it possible to transform a resource that’s partially going to waste? Might you be able to enhance your possibilities by making some simple modifications?

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Mongolia is a huge landlocked country.

It borders no oceans or seas. Nevertheless, it has a navy of seven sailors. Its lone ship is a tugboat moored on Lake Khovsgol, which is three percent the size of North America’s Lake Superior. I’m offering up the Mongolian navy as an apt metaphor for you to draw inspiration from in the coming weeks. I believe it makes good astrological sense for you to launch a seemingly quixotic quest to assert your power, however modestly, in a situation that may seem out of your league.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): “A freshness lives deep in me which no one can take from me,â€? wrote poet Swedish poet Gunnar EkelĂśf. “Something unstilled, unstillable is within me; it wants to be voiced,â€? wrote philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche. In accordance with your astrological omens, I propose we make those two quotes your mottoes for the next four weeks. In my opinion, you have a mandate to tap into what’s freshest and most unstillable about you — and then cultivate it, celebrate it, and express it with the full power of your brilliant joy.

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Saturday, February 23. Providence Metropark. 13827 S. River Rd. 419-407-9700. metroparksToledo.com.

Free for those 12 and under. —EH

Get your cardio on at one of Earnest Brew Works’ high energy workout classes, then afterward, treat yourself to one of their craft beers. There’s nothing like breaking a sweat during a weekend workout before indulging in a cold one (or two) with friends.

You’ll deserve it after all that hard work! $10 at door. 11am. Saturday, February 16. Earnest Brew Works.

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Bring a mat. Free for Sylvania residents, $5/non-residents. Register online. 10-11am. Olander Park, 6930 Sylvania Ave.419-882-8313. olanderpark.com

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