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UPDATES IN LOCAL BUSINESS

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Paint Nite (paintnite.com), a traveling company hosting painting inspired activities, has added Toledo to their list of cities. Restaurants and businesses can book them for a night of group painting.

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Where to go and when to play by Abby Dewire

Toledo Career Institute (1440 S. Byrne Rd.) provides career education for in-demand trades in NW Ohio. The Institute began offering certificate programs for pet stylists and home health aides in November. 419-202-1529. toledoinstitute.org Maddie & Bella Coffee Roasters (44 S. St. Clair St.) will open soon in the former location of Downtown Latte. Located in the same plaza between Alexis and Monroe as Rite Aid and Tireman, Damascene Grill (5834 Monroe St.), run by the same family that operated the former Barada Restaurant on Monroe near Talmadge, is serving fresh, housemade Mediterranean cuisine. (567) 455-5252.

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V Concept has closed its Sylvania location and will re-open in early February as VCollection (5630 North Main St.). The new store will feature new designers with a focus on men’s luxury casual selections. The Perrysburg location of V Couture (123 W. Indiana Ave.) is also open 10am6pm Tuesday-Saturday, offering exclusive men’s apparel. Devoon, a unique gift shop located downtown on Jefferson in the Davis Building, is moving to the Uptown area, directly adjacent to Manhattan’s Pub N Cheer on Adams Street. Forest View Lanes (2345 W. Dean Rd., Temperance) has added an outdoor ice skating rink, open during normal business hours. 10am-2:30am. $5/skate, $4/skate rental. Food and beverages available. Laffs Inc comedy club (3922 Secor Rd.) has closed. After years of styling, David Broadway Salon (6511 W. Central Ave.) has closed.

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As 2016 flashes by, we forget the goals set at the beginning of the year. During Educate, Engage and Empower: Start Your 2016 Smart, guest speakers from the Women of Toledo’s Educational Initiatives Committee discuss goal setting and accomplishing. During this event, The Secor Artists will help inspire ladies to create a vision board that includes goals to achieve throughout the year. Participants will be able to set their own rules and objectives as they learn to be smart and mindful in a strategic way. For women only. 11am Saturday, January 30. $5/includes supplies and a light brunch. Secor Building 7th Floor, 425 Jefferson. 419-3093364. womenoftoledo.org —MLR

Pajama party

While some prefer to snooze in the nude, it’s the ability to make that as a choice that matters. Help needy families in Toledo get pajamas and bedtime items most desired in cold, winter weather. Locals, including area businesses, are invited to participate in a collection for the Seagate Food Bank, which will begin distributing items in late February. Either donate pajamas, slippers, books, stuffed animals, toothpaste and toothbrushes, or other bedtime items, directly to Seagate or use your business as a collection center through February 21. Toledo Seagate Foodbank, 526 High St. 419-244-6996. aggiesassistant@yahoo.com —AC

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The 411 on the 211

The United Way of Greater Toledo launched its latest initiative, 2-1-1, a recovery help line to combat both the opiate epidemic and the dearth of readily available mental health information in the Toledo Area. 2-1-1 callers will receive information on resources and available service providers, with the ultimate goal of treatment within a 24-48 hour window. Free to call and available 24 hours a day, the new confidential and anonymous help line is an outlet for everyone, those with addictions and mental health issues, along with family members and friends of loved ones, to aid in a drug-free and/or more stable lifestyle. unitedwaytoledo.org —MLR

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Getting involved in 2016 by Alison Wood-Osmun

It’s the time of year to seek out brighter horizons. Grasp those exquisite moments, feeling so alive, that cascade over us when we reach out to others and step into new experiences. Here are a few opportunities to get you started.

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Nature’s Nursery is the center for wildlife rehabilitation and conservation education. It is a deeply satisfying experience for staff and volunteers who care for orphaned and injured birds and animals. The non-profit, located in Whitehouse, OH in a natural, park-like setting, is always looking for volunteers to help with wildlife care at the facility, to foster baby animals, build or repair enclosures, do presentations, transport and release animals and more. For info on volunteering (training provided), memberships, donations, scheduling a nature/wildlife presentation and visiting hours go to natures-nursery.org or call 419-877-0060.

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Prop up pantries Food For Thought is the non- profit organization that “feeds Toledo in a thoughtful way” by reaching out to hungry people with their mobile pantry and wagons. The mobile panty transports food right to the folks in need and gives them the freedom (that we enjoy when grocery shopping) to choose. In addition, the staff and volunteers gather on Friday evenings to prepare sack lunches (FFT’s trademark peanut butter and jelly sandwiches) for their Saturday mini mobile wagons. They head out on foot in the downtown area handing out the food to those they meet offering a moment of conversation and friendship and providing the dignity of acknowledgement to those that are often overlooked and ignored. To learn more about volunteering and donating visit feedtoledo.org or call 419-972-0022.

Outdoor Aids

Toledo Metroparks offer an incredible variety of volunteer opportunities to get outdoors while interacting with others and learning about wildlife, plants and nature. Choose your passion from gardening, harvesting native seeds, joining the horse care corps, becoming a nature interpreter or walk leader, or monitoring butterflies, bats and birds. Training provided. Visit metroparkstoledo.com for a complete list of amazing ways to become involved!

Choose your own adventure Find more ways to join in by checking out volunteermatch.org, for getting involved with all kinds of short term and long term volunteer experiences from the quirky to the serious. Just type in your city, your volunteer preference (animals, people, nature, writing, photography, management, artistic, construction, etc.) and a listing of opportunities with descriptions will appear. Some even have previous volunteers’ ratings and comments.

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These relics of an earlier age, with their slow, cold-blooded ways, should have been left behind as quicker, nimbler alternatives have evolved. Yet somehow they survive, refusing to go peacefully into the dustbin of history as they so richly deserve. They continue to muddle on, reminders of times long past. And no, as obvious as it might seem, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not talking about Carty. These arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t individuals. Instead they are structures and processes lost in time. They are not adapted to the pace of twentyfirst century life. And they should darned well do the right thing and join T. Rex and Dimetrodon, along with the telegraph and rotary phones, in extinction. Here are a big three useless relics that should be extinguished. You can probably think of more.

The County Recorder.

Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not talking about the current office-holder Phil Copeland, although he should probably think about retirement, too. The entire office is pretty useless. Here are two other related offices in county guvmint. The county auditor decides how much each property in the county is worth and assesses taxes on that value. The county treasurer collects said taxes. It makes sense that these two functions are separated to avoid any conflicts of interest. But what about when a property changes hands? Just like when the venerable Scott family deeded a tract of land back in the early nineteen hunnerds, the county recorder must take out the big, dusty record book of county deeds and duly record the transaction in legible, but flowery, script. Just kidding. Of course that isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t how it works anymore. Back in the day, when triceratops roamed the Earth, it did. The person entrusted with the office had to be literate and loyal, and have impeccable penmanship. But now? Basically the job requires keeping paper in the copier and the wifi link up and running. Can we abolish this silly office, please?

Voter registration. Another anomaly

from a time long past. Years ago, many babies were born at home, sometimes out in the hinterlands. They may not even be recorded in the birth records until years later, if ever, since that hazardous ten-mile trip to the county seat could take days. Weeks if the crick was up. And folks moved around a lot, always building a new cabin a bit closer to the honey locust grove. Who could keep track of â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;em all? Not to mention the new arrivals from all over Europe, the wretched refuse, yearning to breathe free?

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CO R UNT Y RECORDE The only way to make sure what was what and who was eligible to vote was to have everybody sign up, so the board of elections could write â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;em all down in a big olâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; book. Fast forward to the twenty first century. Every retail company knows your whereabouts, what you bought on-line, and which sites you browse. And your most sensitive transactions, namely financial ones, can all be done securely online. Why canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t we translate this into voting? Big Brother already knows who you are and where you live. Registration to vote should be automatic, and casting your vote should be as easy as hitting â&#x20AC;&#x153;likeâ&#x20AC;? on that cat video on Facebook. Grumpy cat for county recorder!

Townships, and township trustees. Witness the Spencer Township debacle, as we chronicled last column. Another relic from back when living a few miles from the county courthouse meant you were effectively shut off from civilization. The only way to ensure democracy was to set up smaller tracts and call â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;em their own political subdivisions. Even though they only encompassed a few hunnnerd folk.

So Clem and Cletus gallumphed down to the township hall and cast their ballot for the three most inscrutable of their farflung neighbors to represent â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;em as township trustees. Yee-haw! No need to pack up the sled for that two-day muddy trek to Toe-Lee-Doe and the county seat. Clem and the boys could govern theysâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;selves. These days, why canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t these silly townships just join another political entity? Either the nearest municipality, or the county as a whole. And eliminate the silliness of dozens of trustees countywide representing a few thousand of their townshipmates. Split â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;em up and dole â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;em out. Efficient, democratic, and representative. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not just a good idea. It should be the law. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s plenty more outdated relics where these three came from. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get us started on that silly â&#x20AC;&#x153;first Tuesday after the first Mondayâ&#x20AC;? Election Day BS. But threeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s enough for now. Save the rest for another day. Gone by.

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Cooking Class: Beef Entrees & Sides Degage Jazz Cafe

Learn different techniques for cooking French style that apply to everyday cooking. Registration required. 7pm. $95. 301 River Rd., Maumee. 419-794-8205 ext. 2. historiccommercialbuilding.com

Summit Brewery 7 Course Beer Dinner Aidriana’s

A 7 course meal perfectly paired with six brewmaster’s choice beers from Summit Brewery. The grand finale will be a creation using all beers to create the “Prohibition Sundae”. This is Summit Brewery’s 1st multi-course dinner. Reservations required. Also on Friday, January 29 & Saturday, January 30. 7pm. $89/person. 6060 Renaissance Pl. 419-214-0599. aidrianas.com

Friday, 1.29

Toledo Flavors Cooking Experience with Chef Drew Ruiz WS Design Kitchen & Bath Studio Experience Toledo through food as local Chef Drew shares techniques in this hands on cooking class. Theme: Low and slow winter cooking. Reservations required. 5:30-7:30pm. $50. 901 Jefferson Ave. (Inside the Davis Building). chef@toledoflavors.com

Sunday, 1.31

Technique Class: Game-Day Fare Williams-Sonoma

Learn some winning-make-ahead recipes plus creative ways to serve everything. 11am. 5001 Monroe St. 419-475-6368. williams-sonoma.com

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Groundhog Day Celebration Majestic Oak Winery

Visit the winery and Neon Groundhog Brewery for a winter celebration with food, beer, wine and musical entertainment. 13554 Mohler Rd. 419-875-6474. majesticoakwinery.com

Thursday, 2.4

Beer & Wine Pairing with Super Bowl Appetizers Schedel Arboretum & Gardens

Enjoy three tiers of unique Superbowl appetizer bites paired with a sample of beer or wine. Personal chef, Jennifer Schuerman, will share recipe cards at the end of the event as well as details on the beverage selections. Registration required. 6:30pm. $30. 19255 W. Portage River S. Rd. 419-862-3182. schedel-gardens.org

Monday, 2.8

Wine Maker Dinner Registry Bistro

Spend the evening with Peter Rosback from Sineann, a small producer of highly intense wines maee from the finest grapes in the region, as the fine wines are paired with a fantastic dinner. Reservations required. 6pm. $75/person + tax and gratuity. 144 N. Superior St. 419-725-0444. registrybistro.com

Tuesday, 2.9

David’s Cajun Fat Tuesday The Attic

Come on out on actual Mardi Gras, Fat Tuesday, and get your fill. There will be Gumbo and Red Beans & Rice as well as a few special dishes for the evening. Along with great Cajun food, Amelia will whip up her world famous Big Easy cocktails. King Cake, and, oh yes, beads, will add to the fest. Start off the new year with a big bowl of cheer. 5pm. 1701 Adams St. Visit Facebook event page for more information.

ONGOING CULINARY Saturdays

Winter Market Toledo Farmers’ Market

Open year round, the market features local produce and meat vendors, as well as handmade artisan goods. 9am-1pm. Prices vary. 525 Market St. 419-255-6765. toledofarmersmarket.com

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Black Kite Brunch Black Kite Coffee & Pies

Start your day of with made-to-order creative breakfast items. 10:30am-2:30pm. Prices Vary. 419-720-5820. facebook.com/BlackKiteCoffee

Tastings Thursday, 1.28

The taps will be filled with wonderful beers from local breweries: Maumee Bay Brewing Company, BG Beer Works, Flatrock Brewery, Findlay Brewing Company, North River Brewing and Black Cloister Brewing Company. 6pm. Prices vary. 526 E. Wooster St., Bowling Green. 419-352-1504. mylespizza.com

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Affordable French Walt Churchill’s Market

Jeff Stroud from Natural States guest hosts, teaching about affordable French wines. No accent required. 4pm. 3320 Briarfield Blvd., Maumee. 419-794-4000. waltchurchillsmarket.com

Saturday, 1.30

Italian Red Wine Tasting Walt Churchill’s Market

Join us for a classic Italian Feast. Chef Toby will prepare his signature, “over-the-top,” Lasagna. We will have primarily Tuscan wines and some of the best from Piedmont. Reservations required. 2-6pm. $40/advance, $50/day of. 3320 Briarfield Blvd., Maumee. 419-794-4000. waltchurchillsmarket.com

Food Tasting: Nacho Buffet Phoenix Earth Food Co-op

Taste some of the best nacho toppings and even some of the best vegetarian nacho ingredients. 1-3pm. Donations appreciated. 1447 W. Sylvania Ave. 419-476-3211. phoenixearthfoodco-op.com

ONGOING TASTINGS Wednesdays

Wine & Dine Element 112

Celebrate Element 112’s Wine Spectator Award and in-house Sommelier with half price wine bottles. 5735 N. Main St. 419-517-1104. element112restaurant.com

$5 Burgers & Martinis Bar 145

Enjoy the mid-week specials at Bar 145 with $5 quality martinis and $5 burgers, which can be customized for an additional fee. 5303 Monroe St. 419-593-0073. bar145toledo.com

Sundays

Bloody Mary Bar Ye Olde Durty Bird

Start your Sunday with live jazz music and a flavorinfused Bloody Mary that you can customize to include your favorite accompaniments, like pickles and bacon. 11am-3pm. 2 S. St. Clair St. 419-243-2473. yeoldedurtybird.com

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With their third store opening on February 1 in Perrysburg, HoChang “CJ” Jang and Prakash “PK” Karamchandani, owners of Balance Grille, have a lot to keep in equilibrium; a balancing act that the University of Toledo alumni have been doing since opening their first Grille in February 2010.

and nutty, $3 salad with kale, zucchini, quinoa, almonds, dried cranberries and a tangy feta cheese dressing. “I like to add a drizzle of sriracha,” said PK, and that customization is offered as an option for those who want more spice.

Accompanying the new Grille location is their latest venture— Bubble Tea location on the University of Toledo campus. With the new year, Balance has rolled out a new menu, determined by employee and customer tastings, comprised of old favorites and new surprises.

Other inventive food offerings include eastern slaw, a delicious tofu and shiitake mushroom salad, edamame, citrus brussels, and even fried wontons. Of course, Balance’s bowls will still be available. The signature meals with homemade sauce, and a set 4:4:6 ratio of protein, fresh veggies and starch, have kept customers satisfied since the first Balance Grille opened its doors.

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Greener pastures

For Balance foodies, 2016’s menu, which launched January 1, offers unique Pan-Asian tacos, a fusion, blending diverse Asian flavors with a taco format. In fall of 2015, the popular tacos on the menu were traded for buns, forcing taco-fiends to wait four months for their perfectly-seasoned treasures to be offered again. Now, six taco varieties are back until September, all topped with Balance’s well-loved sauces. Korean BBQ, Red Curry, Pad Thai and more are also available, representing Balance’s creative, hand-to-mouth takes on classic dishes.

Side of spice

“We call our menu lifestyle food,” said PK. “It’s for in between days, when you aren’t out celebrating and still want food on the go. We wanted to build a really modern fast food restaurant that wasn’t so unbalanced. Fast food typically relies on industrial farming, which is not sustainable. We’re not going to change fast food, because customers want it, but there’s other ways to do it.” While PK admits, “There’s always a spot for mac n’ cheese, but not every day,” Balance provides healthy, affordable options, like sides and salads. “The kale salad is a new favorite of mine,” said PK, about the crunchy

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Since opening, PK and CJ have been motivated by a balance of flavors and environment.. “Balance affects a lot of different things: it has to do with our value of flavor, texture, color, weight ratio of veggies to protein, and how we interface with our environment,” said PK. Each store preps all items every morning and nothing is held over night. New employees are educated in water conservation. All food packaging, except for sauces and cups for bubble tea, are compostable. “The next step is eco-packaging for bubble tea and for sauce cups,” said PK. Balance has been working with a few companies to find eco-packaging that works well with heavy liquids. “We’ve tried recyclable, PLA, and others... This is just one of those things where we have to wait for the technology to catch up for these uses.” Balance Grille, maintaining an even handed approach to food, service and the environment. 5860 W. Central Ave., Sylvania. 419-578-7777 514 The Boulevard, Maumee. 419-893-9999 26520 N. Dixie Hwy., Perrysburg. Opening February 1. 11am-9pm, daily. balancegrille.com

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Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no need to drive to Kentucky for bourbon contentment, as Smoke Bar BQ offers the Bourbon Trail. Complete with over 25 different varieties and styles of the Southern elixir, once you try them all you can proudly say you are a bourbon connoisseur. The trail is free to joinâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; just order a bourbon and begin your journeyâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; and once youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve visited each on the path, you will receive a Smoke Bar BQ T-shirt and an engraved flask. To make the experience even more indulgent, Bourbon Trail card holders receive special invites to monthly 3-course Bourbon Trail Dinners, featuring a hand-selected bourbon and live musical entertainment. Smoke Bar BQ, 2556 Tremainsville Rd. 419-214-0404.

A taste of Germany

Brunch by the river

Since 1949, the River View Yacht Club has been a local pioneer in nautical recreation. The Club now invites you to enjoy a Sunday Breakfast Buffet, complete with all the fixings. The buffet includes breakfast staples like eggs, potatoes, meats and fruit along with made-to-order omelets and burritos and is open to the public. Sundays through March 20. 8:30-11:30am. $8/adults, $7/seniors, and $5/children 12 and under. River View Yacht Club, 5981 Edgewater Dr. 419-729-9251. riverviewyachtclub.com â&#x20AC;&#x201D;MLR

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Step into Europe for a meal straight from Germany. Located at Oregonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s scenic Oak Shade Grove, Black Forest Cafe offers authentic German fare with welcoming European architecture. The menu includes traditional entrees like chicken paprikas and stuffed sweet peppers along with appetizers like German potato salad, sauerkraut balls (with a horseradish dipping sauce), bratwurst and Hungarian knockwurst. On Saturday, February 6, visit the Chalet at Oak Shade Grove, to celebrate Mardi Gras at the 51st Mardi Gras Prize Masquerade Party. The evening will include live music and a masquerade costume parade, complete with a royal court and prizes for best costumes. Party at Oak Shade Grove: 7pm, $14/adults, free/ages 14 and under. Black Forest Cafe: Hours: lunch, 11am-2:30pm Monday-Thursday and 11am-midnight on Fridays; Entrees: 5-9pm Fridays, 3624 Seaman Rd., Oregon. 419-260-2678. blackforestcafe.net

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The Blue Creek Conservation Area

The tradition of skating and sledding continues at Pearson in Oregon, where lights also allow for nighttime sledding on the sledding hill and skating on the lake.

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Northview High School parking lot

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Timbers Bowling

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Maui Sands

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95 W. Hamilton St., Oberlin. 440-774-5059. metroparks.cc.splash_zone

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Can you brave the cold?

So you’re bored, cooped up and cramped up and you’ve exhausted your Netflix options. You’re tired of your friends and family. You just want sunshine and warm weather. While we aren’t in the business of engineering nature, we are in the business of suggesting options. So, relax, take our quiz, and we’ll help you figure out the best way to cure your winter blues.

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Though we’ve had a warmer-than-usual winter so far, the cold is here. Many restaurants around the area have a wonderful way to weather the winter: great food by a warming fireplace. If you’re in the mood to relax by a radiant hearth, here are the places to go. Memphis Pearl

Compiled by Jon Ruggiero Byblos Fine Lebanese & Italian Dining 1050 S. Reynolds Rd. 419-382-1600 Monday-Thursday 11:30am-10:30pm Friday 11:30am-11pm Saturday 5-11pm byblostoledo.com

Evans Street Station

110 S. Evans St, Tecumseh, MI. 517-424-5555 Tuesday-Thursday 11:30-9pm Friday & Saturday 11:30am-10pm evanssdegage-jazz-cafe

5157 Main St., Sylvania. 419-517-2199 Sunday, Tuesday & Wednesday 3:30-9pm Thursday 3:30-10pm Friday & Saturday 3:30-11pm memphispearl.com

Real Seafood Company 22 Main St. 419-697-5427 Monday-Thursday 11am-10pm Friday 11am-11pm Saturday 11:30am-11pm Sunday noon-9pm realseafoodcotoledo.com

Cafe Havana

309 S. Main St., Bowling Green. 419-806-4940 Sunday-Thursday 9am-1am Friday & Saturday 9am-3am facebook.com/cafehavanabg

These locations offer private dining areas with fireplaces, so call ahead to reserve a room.

Maumee Bay Brew Pub

27 Broadway St. 419-243-1302 Monday-Thursday 3-10pm Friday & Saturday 3-11pm http://www.mbaybrew.com/ maumee-bay-brew-pub/

Rockwell’s Steakhouse

27 Broadway St. 419-241-1253 Monday-Saturday 5-10pm http://www.mbaybrew.com/ rockwells-steakhouse-lounge/

Koreana

1423 Bernath Pkwy. 419-867-8080 Tuesday-Friday Lunch 11:30am-2:30pm Tuesday-Thursday Dinner 4:30-10pm Friday Dinner 4:30-10:30pm Saturday 11:30am-10:30pm Sunday 12:30-9:30pm koreanatoledo.com

Rosie’s Italian Grille

La Roe’s

24138 Front St., Grand Rapids, OH. 419-832-3082 Sunday-Thursday 11am-8pm Friday & Saturday 11am-9pm laroesrestaurant.com

Mancy’s Steakhouse

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6064 Monroe St., Sylvania. 419-882-2334 Monday-Thursday 5-10pm Friday 5-11pm Saturday 4-11pm Sunday 4-9pm ciaorestaurant.com

953 Phillips Ave. 419-476-4154 Monday-Thursday 11am-2pm and 5-9:30pm Friday 11am-2pm and 5-10pm Saturday 4:30-10:30pm mancys.com/steakhouse

606 N. McCord Rd., Sylvania. 419-866-5007 Sunday-Thursday 11:30am-9pm Friday & Saturday 11:30am-10:30pm rosiesitaliangrille.com

Shorty’s True American Roadhouse

5111 Monroe St. 419-841-9505 Monday-Thursday 11am-9:30pm Friday & Saturday 11am-10:30pm Sunday 11am-9pm mancys.com/shortys

La Scola Italian Grill

5375 Airport Hwy. 419-381-2100 Sunday & Monday 5-9pm Tuesday-Thursday 5-10pm Friday & Saturday 4-11pm lascolaitaliangrill.com

Table Forty 4

610 Monroe St. 419-725-0044 Monday-Thursday 1am-10pm Friday & Saturday 11am-11pm tablefourtyfour.com

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Opera honoring southern legacy A tumultuous love-story from Catfish Row is Porgy & Bess by Kennedy Richards

In February, the Toledo Opera brings the turbulent story of beggar Porgy and the wayward Bess to the stage. Gershwin’s opera, while socially controversial, has secured its place as a staple of Americana. Mixing together the struggles and soul of the inhabitants of Charleston, South Carolina, Porgy & Bess opens the eyes, ears and hearts of its audiences. Set in Catfish Row, the story is that of a love triangle between Crown, Bess, and the unsung hero, Porgy.

The upcoming production of Porgy & Bess written by George Gershwin and directed by James Meena will be performed in Toledo this February with an allstar cast.

Racial dialogue

How does the racial tension of 1930 Charleston impact today? Join the Toledo Opera in a dialogue related to this upcoming production. The opera, set in 1930 Charleston, South Carolina, details the life and 100 year old racial stereotypes of the story’s African-American cast. Join the opera’s three principal cast members, LaQuita Mitchell (Bess), Robert Mack (Sportin’ Life), and Kenneth Overton (Jake), and the opera’s Associate Conductor, Sara Jobin, during the Tuesday Talk and reception titled “Porgy in Charleston”. How can the music of Gershwin bolster Toledo’s racial and economic dialogue? Find out at 5:30pm on Tuesday, February 9. The Sojourner Truth Gallery, 1811 Adams St. 419-255-7464. toledoopera.org Free—AC

Sound and soul

Canadian-American singer Othalie Graham, known for her critically acclaimed portrayal of the title role in Turandot, joins the Toledo Opera as the dogged Serena who in Graham’s own words, “is really the salt of the earth character” of this opera. Taking time from her rehearsal schedule, Ms. Graham shared some insight about the spirit of Gershwin’s opera, its unique sound and what it is that makes it such an American classic.

Porgy and Bess was originally recognized for pushing social This opera is known for its unique boundaries. George Gershwin fusion of genres. How would you stipulated that the opera be describe the sound of Porgy and performed only by a classically trained African-American cast. Bess? What do you think of that? Othalie Graham: The opera is such a wonderful, classic American opera. When Gershwin first thought of composing the opera it was in 1926 after reading the book Porgy. For him to write such a progressive story during that time is astounding. It does have a lot of jazz influences and of course incredibly catchy tunes that a lot of people know. So it’s really a family friendly opera.

Clockwise from top left: Gordon Hawkins, Laquita Mitchell, Kenneth Overton, Robert Mack and Othalie Graham.

This opera quickly became an American classic. What made it resonate with such a large audience so deeply?

I think because it was such a human story that has something in it that absolutely everyone can relate to; it’s easy to understand. This opera has real human characters that anyone off the street can just walk in and sit down and understand. It’s in English, and that’s great, this show is for everybody.

With all of the human sentiment, it really touches every person in a different way. So it makes it more accessible to everyone. This really touches everyone’s basic humanity. 7:30pm Friday, February 12, 2pm Sunday, February 14; Student Night at the Opera showing, 7pm Thursday February 11. $30-$60. The Valentine Theatre, 410 Adams St. 419-255-7464. valentinetheatre.com

It’s absolutely amazing that for a world premiere in 1935, they were able to find an entire chorus, plus every single person on the stage minus two characters. Again, for him to stipulate that at that time is astonishing. To be touring in 1936, as we all know what was happening in that time, it’s just mind-blowing when you think about that now with so much racial inequality at that time, but yet this absolute hit opera with an all AfricanAmerican cast is really encouraging.

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Valuable art Modern art, too often, prompts the statement: â&#x20AC;&#x153;I could do that.â&#x20AC;? Whether or not you can or canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t, modern art typically responds with, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Well, I did it first.â&#x20AC;? Explore the ambiguity of authenticity and the value of art during the staged reading of Stephen Sachsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Bakersfield Mist, directed by Bill Quinlan and presented by Actors Collaborative Toledo. The tongue-in-cheek comedy drama follows Maude, a fifty-something unemployed bartender and trailer park resident who buys a thrift store painting she believes was made by Jackson Pollock. When confronted by a world-class art expert, Maude shocks the snobby historian. The one-night presentation is appropriately held in the Delightful Art Galleryâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; the first theatrical presentation at the venue. 8pm Friday, January 29. Delightful Art with Dee, 137 N. Michigan Ave. 419-206-0409. act419.org brownpapertickets.com/event/2220643

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Got what it takes? Want to see your name in lights? Or at least in the program for a local play? The Village Players and The Upton Players Educational Program want to help you work on the most important factor that determines your place on stage: the audition. Become the audition master during a workshop, featuring help from some of Northwest Ohioâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s finest directors: non-musical directors Barbara Barkan, Derek Hansen, Larry Farley (10am-1pm) and musical directors Wes Skinner, Pat Flanagan and Bill Quinlan (2-5pm). To participate, please prepare either a 2-3 minute monologue or a 3-5 minute musical number, with accompanying sheet music or CD. The full day educational workshop is free of chargeâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; so break a leg. For upcoming adutions, see our online exclusive at toledocitypaper.com 10am-5pm Saturday, January 30. The Village Players, 2740 Upton Ave. 419-472-6817. thevillageplayers.org â&#x20AC;&#x201D;AC

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On January 28, fans of everything horrible can see the cult classic at Franklin Park 16 and Fallen Timbers 14 theaters, as they host the screening by Fathom Events. Perfect for fans of comical cult classics, The Best of RiffTrax Live: The Room, features commentary from the beloved crew of Mystery Science Theater 3000 (MST3K). For those unfamiliar with MST3K, the concept resembles what you might do on a night in with friends. The classic TV series features a panel of comedians who riff on a variety of amusing bad B movies. The Room is the perfect film to watch with humorous commentary from MST3K legends.

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live in San Francisco. The film is known for its inconsistent and at times incomprehensible story. More trademark filmmaker faux pas include flat, deadpan acting, strange dialogue choices, logical leaps, and hysterically repeated phrases (â&#x20AC;&#x153;Oh, hi Mark!â&#x20AC;?). It is often difficult to tell whether The Room is genuinely a deeply flawed film that somehow made it through production or, rather, an astute spoof of B movies and the filmmaking process. The Room has nonetheless become beloved as a cult classic and a favorite at midnight movie screenings. The film is full of hilarious non sequitur moments like the random predilection of the characters to throw around a football as well as their lack of memory of certain crucial prior events. Is The Room a terrible film or a sly spoof? That is for you to decide. If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re looking for a lighthearted night at the movies, the hilarious panel of MST3K will sweeten the deal. Regardless of your interest in B movies, The Room remains iconic and memorable. Have some laughs while immersing yourself in cult classic heaven with the kings of B movie commentary.

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Enjoy a screening of the Academy Award nominee and 1952 bohemian Parisian film, Moulin Rouge. The dramatic picture tells the colorful story of a young Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec (played by Jose Ferrer), as he experiences the subculture nightlife, particularly in close proximity to the burlesque hall, Moulin Rouge. While he watches the women perform, he paints and sketches, creating still-famous promotional posters as a participant in the cruel mind games of the many seductive women. Directed by John Huston, the musical is a tale of love, sadness and the beauty of 1900’s Paris. Part of the museum’s Art House Friday Film Series. 7pm Friday, January 29. Toledo Museum of Art Little Theater, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free —MLR

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Awaken your inner gladiator at the showing of the classic award-winning film, Spartacus. Kirk Douglas, stars as a slave, Spartacus, sold to a gladiator trainer. His only purpose is to fight and kill for the entertainment of government officials and Rome’s elite. Spartacus leads a group of slaves to rebel against their owners and the corrupt Roman senate with an end goal, freedom, that every human can identify with. This legendary actiondrama defied the Hollywood standard, ushering in a new era of cinematic art. As part of the Silver Screen Classic Film Series. 7:30pm Friday, February 5. $5. The Valentine Theatre, 410 Adams St. 419-242-3490. valentinetheatre.com —SH

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Earthly impact

During monthly meetings, local group, Climate Hope, examines environmental issues and discusses what we can do, as individuals and as a collective whole, to combat climate change. Led by Jodi Haney, retired Science Eduation and Environmental Studies professor at BGSU and Sam Evans, a science teacher at Maumee High School, join Climate Hope Goes to the Movies with a screening of Chasing Ice, the 2014 Emmy Award Winning documentary film that features time-lapse photography to show the alarming effects of global warming on glacial ice. Emphasizing solutions and hope over fear, the presenters will follow the film screening with an informative discussion and Q&A. Registration required. 6-8pm Wednesday, February 10. $5. 577 Foundation, 577 E. Front St., Perrysburg. 419-872-0305. 577foundation.org —MLR

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Join members of Equality Toledo for a screening of the Valentine Road. The film takes place In 2008, and follows the story of eighth-grader Brandon McInerney, who shot classmate Larry King at point blank range. Unraveling this tragedy from point of impact, the film reveals the heartbreaking circumstances that led to the shocking crime as well as the aftermath. 2pm. PRIDE Center 419, 2413 Collingwood Blvd. Free

Thursday, 2.4 Sneakerheadz - The 2015 documentary examines the cultural influence of sneaker collecting around the world and delves into a subculture whose proud members don’t just want to admire art, they want to wear it. 7pm. Toledo Museum of Art Little Theater, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free

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The magic of Sam Szor and Bud Kerwin Celebrating a historic creative collaboration by Athena Cocoves

Making a legend

Long before Toledo began working towards a creative renaissance, the city boasted a legendary artistic duo. After meeting as young teachers at Woodward High School in the late 50â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, music director, Samuel Szor (1930-2104) and choreographer, Bud Kerwin, did what enterprising minds have always doneâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Â turn what they have into a lot more. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a good lesson,â&#x20AC;? said Tom Szor, the Samuelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s son and exhibition organizer. â&#x20AC;&#x153;[Working at Woodward High School] was my fatherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first job after graduating from The University of Michigan. He had so much energy, so much dynamism and vitality. His approach to education was very fresh at the timeâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; they were doing major productions, even on a football field, in the 50sâ&#x20AC;Ś My father broke all the rules and created this artistic bubble that touched so many Toledoans.â&#x20AC;?

Cutting edge beginnings

Full of ideas and vigor, both Szor and Kerwin made their names by turning the Woodward High School arts program into an advanced secondary school music program. Szor was originally only hired to lead the school band, but he quickly amplified the sound, working with Kerwin to put on musicals, referred to as â&#x20AC;&#x153;Extravaganzas,â&#x20AC;? which made students, teachers and the audiences proud. The duo produced operettas, ballets, musi-

cals, and jazz performancesâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; leading to notoriety and the opportunity to be commissioned by major companies. During Szor and Kerwinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 12 years at Woodward High, Szorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s educational style developed with a firm belief that the purpose of art was not just life enhancement, but an ethical commitment to the community: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Everything he did was for the listener. I think he felt that [art] came from a place within, a connection to something bigger than us.â&#x20AC;? said Tom Szor. â&#x20AC;&#x153;My father presented the programs with such verve and flair that it was irresistible. He was very serious about what he did, but always made learning fun and the listening experience enjoyable.â&#x20AC;?

Moving center stage

In the exhibition, Hartoughâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s photographs, recently discovered by Tom, illuminate Szor and Kerwinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s collaborative, friendly relationship. Perfectionists, hard workers, naturally talented, and without pretense, the duo were committed to showing Toledoans that a blue collar town could spawn an energetic art community. Despite penchants for perfection, they saw eye to eye in creative collaboration. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They almost never argued,â&#x20AC;? said Tom Szor. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They were both very strong in their commitment to their art and what they were producingâ&#x20AC;Ś. all of the work was very challenging, but he never let that on to the never told the students. My father just believed in giving students the skills and tools. What more is a teacher than a provider?â&#x20AC;? A Black & White Retrospective of Historical Images of the Music of Sam Szor and the Dance of Bud Kerwin will be on display through February 29. Toledo-Lucas County Public Library 3rd Floor Gallery, 325 Michigan St. 419-259-5200. toledolibrary.org

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Planning ahead is invaluable, but looking at the past is equally crucial. Visualize Toledoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s future by honoring our past during the Toledo-Lucas County Public Libraryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s exhibition A Black & White Retrospective of Historical Images of the Music of Sam Szor and the Dance of Bud Kerwin, on view through the end of February. The exhibition features the photography journal of Bill Hartough, who became interested in the duoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s creative collaboration before he became an official photographer for The University of Toledo.

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20/20 vision Have you ever wondered what works of art at the Toledo Museum of Art have inspired local creatives? Follow acclaimed artist and The University of Toledo assistant professor of art, Dan Hernandez, as he leads a tour of his favorite works in the TMA. Along with docent Mary Karazim, Hernandez will detail the TMA works that influenced his playful paintings that mix Renaissance composition with Nintendo-era characters and designs. 6pm Thursday, January 28. The Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free

The art of brunch Many compelling conversations happen in the morning. Whether you’re discussing the night before, or the nights to come, brunch is the perfect time to loosen up, enjoy something delicious and have a laugh. Join local artists and share a mutual love of art during the 419 Artists Brunch. Bring stories, techniques, business advice, project ideas and more to network and enjoy. 11am-12:30pm Saturday, January 30. Rick’s City Diner, 5333 Monroe St. 419-517-6600. serenityinchains.com Free

Knit one, drink one Ahh… fiber art. Arguably, nothing is more relaxing than sitting back, knitting or crocheting, and drinking a delicious craft brew. Want to meet some likeminded fiber artists who share a love for beer? Come out to Black Cloister Brewing Company on the first Monday of every month to network, and patchwork, with other local fiber artists. Either learn a new skill, or bring one well-practiced, and join a group of bubbly artists. This session is open to all needlecrafts— spinning, crochet, knitting and more. 6:30-10pm Monday, February 1. Black Cloister Brewing Company, 619 Monroe St. 419-214-1500. blackcloister.com Free

Good hands While nearly every work of art is handcrafted, the power of the artist’s hands is not always set at the forefront. Can you tell when the physical movements of hand and arm truly creates a piece of art’s meaning? During Hudson Gallery’s upcoming show, Out of Hand: on Canvas/in Clay, the hands of two Ohio artists will be showcased. Matt Wolcott, formerly of Toledo and currently based in Columbus, will debut all new oil canvas works. Wolcott’s large-scale works are physically abstracted, with the artist’s stretching arms creating the large brushstrokes. Also on view are new works by Toledo ceramic artist, Jan Thomas, who molds her material to create emotional, nostalgic images. Opening during the Red Bird Arts District art walk on Friday, February 5 from 6-8pm. Through March 19. Hudson Gallery, 5645 N. Main St., Sylvania. 419-885-8381. hudsongallery.net Free —AC

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Saturday, 1.30 3E Initiatives: Start Your 2016 Smart! - Join Women of Toledo to create a vision board to keep you educated, engaged and empowered. Bring inspiration like magazines, quotes, images and more, to join The Secor Arts Network group of in-house artists to be creative, artistic and have fun. $5, includes supplies and brunch. 11am. Secor Building, 425 Jefferson Ave., 419-377-5457. womenoftoledo.org

Tuesday, 2.2 Drink and Draw - Draw from a live model in the company of other creates. Bring your own beer or wine, ideas and drawing tools. All media welcome. Ages 21+. 7pm. $10. Art Supply Depo, 29 S. St. Clair. 419-720-6462.

Friday, 2.5 Red Bird Arts District First Friday Art Walk - Explore the creativity of Downtown Sylvania and wander through 27 businesses, art galleries, boutiques, restaurants and more. 5pm-9pm. Downtown Sylvania. Red Bird Arts District, 419-886-8381. redbirdarts.org Free

Saturday, 2.6 DIY Framing Basics - Framer, Chris Brown, will cover DIY framing with the step-by-step basics. First-timers and experiences framers are encouraged to join. Space is limited, so reserve your spot in advance. 11am. American Frame Showroom, 400 Tomahawk Dr., Maumee. 419-887-8030. americanframe.com/showroom.aspx Free

Tuesday, 2.9 Focus Group - Director of Marketing, Bill Goodyear and American Frame Showroom Manager, Lindsey Harrison, want to know what sort of items you want to see in their store. Find out how you can get the special products you’ve wanted and share your ideas. 10:30am. American Frame Showroom, 400 Tomahawk Dr., Maumee. 419-887-8030. americanframe.com/showroom.aspx Free

Wednesday, 2.10 Women and Wine Workshop: Adult Coloring with Watercolors - Take the relaxing activity of adult coloring to the next level by using watercolors to fill in the unique designs on watercolor paper. BYOWine and snacks. 7-9pm. $25. Create Art Studio + Workshop, 422 Louisiana Ave., Suite A, Perrysburg. 419-873-6240. createperrysburg.com

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ONGOING: The American West: Photographs of a New Frontier - Nearly 70 photographs from artists like Ansel Adams, Timothy O’Sullivan and Carleton Emmons Watkins will be used to help shape a vision of a land barely known in the Toledo Museum of Art’s newest exhibition. Through May 15, 2016. Toledo Museum of Art Works on Paper Gallery, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free Selfies; Invitational Student Show - Smartphonewielding students, grades K-12, have been invited to show off their cell phone self portraits for this fun exhibition. See the art and enjoy the experience, weekdays through February 26. Reception 3-4:30pm Sunday, January 31. Maumee Valley Country Day School Wolfe Gallery, 1715 S. Reynolds Rd. 419-381-1313. mvcds.org Free Where Light Goes - Explore contemporary uses of the photographic print through its physical and reproductive properties during the exhibition curated by River House Arts. Featured artists include Trisha Holt (Detroit, MI), Ben Schonberger (Detroit, MI), and Eric Zeigler, who teaches photography and digital media at the University of Toledo. The stunning exhibition of three photographers’ works will showcase different, but equally innovative styles. Through February 18. Walter E. Terhune Gallery at Owens Community Center for Fine and Performing Arts, 30335 Oregon Rd., Perrysburg. 567-661-2721. owens.edu/fpa/terhune.html Free Pete Hoffman: A Comic Journey - The late University of Toledo alumni will be featured in an exhibit, with selections of his cartoon art, including his long-running continuity strip, “Jeff Cobb” (19541978) on display. Through May 6. The University of Toledo Carlson Library First Floor, 2801 W. Bancroft St. 419-530-2323. utoledo.edu/library Free Greater Toledo: The City in the World - Celebrate global connections by examining the people and organizations from Toledo who have shaped — and been shaped by — the world. Through May 6. 8am-5pm, Monday-Friday. Ward M. Canaday Center for Special Collections at The University of Toledo, 2801 W. Bancroft Rd. 419-530-4480. utoledo.edu/library/canaday Free The Fauna of America, by Bryce Denison - The Farmington Hills, MI photographer showcases a wide variety of photos to illustrate some of the incredible diversity of animal life found in North and Central America. 10am-5pm, Friday-Sundays. Through January 31. National Center for Nature Photography at Secor Metropark, 10001 W. Central Ave. 419-407-9793. metroparkstoledo.com Free The Rise of Sneaker Culture - Get an inside look at the popular culture surrounding sneakers in this travelling exhibit. From the athletic shoe of the mid-1880s, to a place in high fashion, follow the sneaker’s steps. Through February 28. The Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free The City - The exhibit features 40 works of art inspired by urban living, curated from the TMA collection by students of Art Museum Practices and New Media Design Practices at The University of Toledo. Through February 14. The Toledo Museum of Art Hitchcock Gallery, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org, utoledo.edu/comm-arts/art/index.html Free Kelly L. Chalfant - A Solo Exhibition - Nature photography by the Perrysburg resident. Through February 16. 8am-4:30pm. Perrysburg Municipal Building, 201 W. Indiana Ave., Perrysburg. mainart-ery.com Free

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At Central Avenue 3981 Monroe St. Toledo, OH (419) 472-3567 Yvonne y Fuego, basking in the afterglow of Yvonne’s Tejanos Music Awards’ Best New Female Artist win. Pictured left to right: Apolito Vasquez, Matt Ponce, Mikey Ybarra, Yvonne Ramos-Ybarra, Michael J. Ybarra, Benny Esquibel, and Jose Jimenez.

On October 24, 2015, a typical day for most of us, Yvonne Ramos-Ybarra, received a distinguished honor: Best New Female Artist at the 35th Annual Tejano Music Awards (TMAs). Today, the musician recounts winning this well-deserved award, her family’s influence on her musical career and her band’s future plans.

It’s a family affair Yvonne’s singing career began when her father forced her to sing in his band. As any teenager might react, Yvonne thought her dad was uncool for it. And now, she now looks back and appreciates the opportunity. “I’m constantly striving to be a better vocalist and musician. I want to make my family proud,” said Yvonne. As an adult, Yvonne has continued the tradition of musical influence in the family, saying, “I even married a man in the same music. He understands.” Her husband, Michael Ybarra, created their band Yvonne y Fuego, and is the keyboard player and musical director. When asked what it’s like to be married and perform together, she laughs and says, “He and I are the ones that go head to head. He’ll say, ‘What was I thinking?!’”

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Tejano singer, was also honored at the start of her career as Best Female Vocalist by the TMAs. She describes how significant the award is for a Tejano band from the Midwest. “For so many years, [Texas] has been a little territorial about their music. But internet and internet radio blew the doors wide open for people from other parts of the country.”

#careergoals Now that the celebration is over, Yvonne and her band are shaping their goals for the future. “We have to raise the bar. Next year, we’re [hoping] to go back for the more established [award] categories.” She adds, “It’s a challenge for us to push ourselves and work for something.” Yvonne y Fuego’s debut album, Nosotros, was recorded with local music producer Roland Revilla, and the band is currently in pre-production with Revilla for their second album. For more information on Yvonne y Fuego and to download their award-winning music, visit YvonneyFuego.com.

The game changer In spite of her hard work, Yvonne is still shocked by her win. It’s understandable how unbelievable this moment may be. Selena, arguably the most well-known

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Highlighted events indicates our picks for the week

wed, jan 27 Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

Treo Restaurant: Acoustic Wednesdays Ye Olde Cock N Bull: Danny Mettler Ye Olde Durty Bird: Minglewood Labor Camp Sodbuster Bar: Ragtime Rick South End Grille: “TnT” Clawson/ Carros

Jazz, Blues, R&B

Dégagé Jazz Cafe: Gene Parker Jazz Jam Holiday Inn French Quarter: Jazz Nights

Other

Ottawa Tavern: Open Mic Dzia’s Irish Pub: Open Mic with Johnny Rodriguez

thurs, jan 28 Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

Toledo Museum of Art: Performance; Hardcore Detroit presents Hip Hop 101

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

sat, jan 30 Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

Ottawa Tavern: The DCR Experience (Zeal The Band) Hollywood Casino: DJ Steady Rock Barr’s Public House: Elixer Pat & Dandy’s: He Said - She Said The M Lounge: House Weekends w/ Ian Thomas Ye Olde Cock N Bull: Last Call Heroes Realm: Local Punk Showcase Ye Olde Durty Bird: New Fashioned Bar 145: RATM2- Rage Against The Machine Tribute Howard’s Club H: Sleepology Danny’s Cafe: Stardust Moonraider & The Hibichi Riders Live

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

Chateau Tebeau Winery: JD Owen Doc Watson’s: Josh Whitney Local Thyme Restaurant: Maddison Binkley Majestic Oak Winery: Martin Koop The Village Idiot: Nora James And The Party Line Bronze Boar: Sun Raising Sodbuster Bar: Wyatt Trash

Bronze Boar: Steve Kennedy & Open Mic Ye Olde Durty Bird: Andrew Ellis Ye Olde Cock N Bull: Captain Sweet Shoes Plate 21: The Fritz Byers Band

Jazz, Blues, R&B

Dégagé Jazz Cafe: Chris Buzzelli

Other

Mutz (at the Oliver House): Karaoke with Travis

fri, jan 29 Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

Bar 145: 4th Day Echo Bier Stube: BOFFO Hollywood Casino: DJ Steady Rock Quimby’s Food & Spirits: Elixer Pat & Dandy’s: He Said - She Said The M Lounge: House Weekends w/ Ian Thomas Howard’s Club H: Indian Opinion Shawn’s Irish Tavern: Johnny Rod Realm: A Night of Local Rock ft. Constricted, Alterstoned, A Vicious Holiday, Desevren, and Circle the Sun

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

Doc Watson’s: Andrew Ellis Ye Olde Cock N Bull: Barile and May followed by Sugar Pax Local Thyme Restaurant: Calen Savidge Quimby’s Food & Spirits: Elixer Bronze Boar: Fling Majestic Oak Winery: Jeff Stewart Shawn’s Irish Tavern: Johnny Rod Sodbuster Bar: Josh Morningstar The Village Idiot: Kentucky Chrome Rocky’s: Old State Line Dorr St. Cafe: Tim

Jazz, Blues, R&B

Dégagé Jazz Cafe: Eric Brazier and the Truth Ye Olde Durty Bird: Joe Woods Trio

Country & Bluegrass Chateau Tebeau Winery: Kevin VanSickle

Dégagé Jazz Cafe: Ruth Nichols Danny’s Cafe: Stardust Moonraider & The Hibichi Riders Live

sun, jan 31 Holiday Inn French Quarter: Live Jazz with Gene Parker Ye Olde Durty Bird: Ruth Nichols Trio Dégagé Jazz Cafe: Tim Oehlers

Classical & Spiritual

Great Performances in the Great Gallery: Pianist Vicky Chow

mon, feb 1 Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic Ye Olde Durty Bird: Minglewood Labor Camp

tues, feb 2 Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

Pat & Dandy’s: Don Coats Majestic Oak Winery: Groundhog Day Event Music TBD Sodbuster Bar: Kyle Smithers Bronze Boar: Ryan Dunlap

Jazz, Blues, R&B

Ye Olde Durty Bird: Jake Pilewski Holiday Inn French Quarter: Jazz Nights

wed, feb 3 Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

Ye Olde Durty Bird: Aayan Niam Treo Restaurant: Acoustic Wednesdays Ye Olde Cock N Bull: Danny Mettler Sodbuster Bar: Ragtime Rick

thurs, feb 4 Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop Realm: Adelitas Way

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

Bronze Boar: Steve Kennedy & Open Mic Ye Olde Cock N Bull: Captain Sweet Shoes

Jazz, Blues, R&B

Ye Olde Durty Bird: Old State Line

Other

Mutz (at the Oliver House): Karaoke with Travis

Moves of culture

Thursday, 1.28 / Toledo Museum of Art More than just a genre of music, hip-hop is a lifestyle— a culture. Watch in awe during Hardcore Detroit Presents Hip-Hop 101, as members of Detroit’s Best Dance Company (as crowned by the 2010 Real Detroit reader poll) show off their skills. While the tunes spin, the crew will perform an interactive breakdance battle, introducing bystanders to the technical forms of the popular urban dance style, from locking to popping and all the wiggly and contorted positions the body is capable of creating. 7pm Thursday, January 28. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org, hardcoredetroit.com Free

Tech tunes

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Friday, 1.29 / Toledo Museum of Art Peristyle Music and video games go hand-in-hand. Video Games Live with the Toledo Symphony Orchestra is your chance to step away from the console and

Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

Bier Stube: Distant Cousinz Mancy’s Italian Grill: Elixer The M Lounge: House Weekends w/ Ian Thomas Ye Olde Durty Bird: Jah Rule Realm: Local Metal Showcase

immerse yourself into a real-life version of computerized melodies. The vision of Tommy Tallarico, a premiere video game composer, this performance blurs the line between visionary and audible experiences as the stage is accented by synchronized lighting and video footage along with electronic and symphonic compositions. 8:30-10:30pm. $40+. Friday, January 29. Toledo Museum of Art Peristyle, 2445 Monroe St. 419-246-8000. toledosymphony.com

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic Ye Olde Cock N Bull: Barile and May followed by Zodiak Click Bronze Boar: Decent Folk Sodbuster Bar: The Quickness Band Featuring Michelle Shelton

sat, feb 6 Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

Ye Old Cock N Bull: Arctic Clam Culture Clash Records: Bliss Nova In-Store Performance Cocoa House Lounge: Elixer The M Lounge: House Weekends w/ Ian Thomas Bronze Boar: Noisy Neighbors The FARM: Psychedelicide II Realm: HGH wsg Messenger HD and Vengeance live at Realm

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic Sodbuster Bar: Blue Hook (CD Release Party) Cocoa House Lounge: Elixer Chateau Tebeau Winery: Rick & Amber

Jazz, Blues, R&B

Ye Olde Durty Bird: New Orleans Party Asylum

sun, feb 7 Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

Ye Olde Durty Bird: TSA Rocks

Jazz, Blues, R&B

Holiday Inn French Quarter: Live Jazz with Gene Parker

mon, feb 8 Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

Ye Olde Durty Bird: New Mondays

tues, feb 9

Jazz, Blues, R&B

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

Holiday Inn French Quarter: Jazz Nights

Pat & Dandy’s: Don Coats Sodbuster Bar: Kyle Smithers

Other

Jazz, Blues, R&B

Ottawa Tavern: Open Mic Dzia’s Irish Pub: Open Mic with Johnny Rodriguez

A family of bliss

Saturday, 2.6 / Culture Clash Records Toledo’s own indie pop group, Bliss Nova, will fill the air with ethereal dance notes as they play an intimate in-store setting at Culture Clash Records. The duo, comprised of brothers Daniel and Joel Trzcinski, released their successful debut EP “Do You Feel” back in May of last year and have seen overwhelming support from the Midwest music scene, along with being named one of the best records of 2015 by The Alternative. Check out our Online Exclusive band profile on Bliss Nova at Toledocitypaper.com. 3pm Saturday, February 6. Culture Clash Records, 4020 Secor Rd. blissnovamusic.com

Psych-out

Saturday, 2.6 / The FARM

Give a jolt to the cold winter air with electrifying sounds during Psychedelicide II, a full night of psych noise from 10+ bands. The second round of this eclectic creativespace show includes a well-rounded selection of groups from the region, including the Chicago, Kentucky, Detroit and greater Toledo areas. Everything from psych doom jazz (Daniken from Toledo) and sludge stoner metal (Blind Haven from Blissfield), to dark hypnotic psych rock (Warhorses from Detroit) and post jazz punk noise (Galaxxu from Chicago). Check out our coverage of the inaugural Psychedelicide at Toledocitypaper.com. 5pm Saturday, February 6. $7/at the door. The FARM (formerly Bozarts), 151 S. Saint Clair St. Visit Facebook event page for more information. —MLR

Ye Olde Durty Bird: Amelia Airharts Holiday Inn French Quarter: Jazz Nights

Classical & Spiritual

Wildwood Preserve Manor House: Bowling Green State University Concert Series

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An icy celebration

Friday, January 29Sunday, January 31

Wednesday, 1.27 [education] MVCDS Global Leadership Speaker Series Recognizing that climate change is a severe environmental problem that impacts lives on a daily basis, local experts have been invited to share their expertise. They will help the students develop a deeper understanding of the global issues. Awareness is the first step in a community’s ability to improve environmental conditions. 6:30pm. Maumee Valley Country Day School Kasperzak Center, 1715 S. Reynolds Rd., Maumee. mvcds.org Free

Thursday, 1.28 [miscellaneous] Greater Toledo Auto Show - The Greater Toledo Auto Show is the perfect stop for car lovers everywhere. From young to old, everyone will be impressed with the new styles of classic models and the yet-to-be-released, up-and-coming new cars. Through January 31. 3-9pm. $7/adults, $5/students with valid ID, seniors on Senior Day, free/under age 9 with an adult. SeaGate Convention Centre, 401 Jefferson Ave. toledoautoshow.org

[education] Humanities Happy Hour - Take a break from the hectic work week and unwind at this laid-back lecture that features free food, a cash bar and a different topic each month. Today’s lecture is on the Humanities in Art. 5-8pm. The University of Toledo: Libbey Hall, 2801 W. Bancroft. 419-530-4407. utoledo.edu Free

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[comedy] Jeff Dyer - Dye is a nationally touring comedian, actor, host, prankster and Bigfoot enthusiast that stars in NBC’s new eclectic comedy adventure series “Better Late Than Never”. Ages 21+. Through January 31. 7pm Thursday, Saturday & Sunday, 8pm & 10:30pm Friday, 10pm Saturday. $15. Funny Bone, 6140 Levis Commons Blvd., Perrysburg. 419-931-3474. toledo.funnybone.com

Friday, 1.29

Glide into an icy abyss during the Toledo Ice Yacht Club’s Annual Winter Fest 2016. On Friday and Saturday at the Ottawa River Yacht Club, the festival’s celebrations are sure to warm you up with live musical entertainment, food, and drink. On Saturday and Sunday, the festival ices over as participants face-off during the ice boat races on Maumee Bay. Watch as the competitors allow the wind to catch their sails and push their boat across the frozen lake straight to the finish line. There will also be ice boat rides for those interested in experiencing ice boating first hand. All events are ice condition permitting. 6pm on Friday, noon on Saturday & Sunday. Boat rides: the end of 125th Street in Point Place. Ottawa River Yacht Club, 5844 Edgewater Dr. 419-729-9421. oryc100.org, tiyc.net

[miscellaneous] Glass City Singles Dance - Glass City Singles dance parties are a safe place for singles ages 21+ to meet other singles and mingle with great music. Visit the Toledo Singles website for dance themes. 8pm. $8 Holland Gardens, 6530 Angola Rd., Holland. 734-856-8963. toledosingles.com

[education] Winter Skies Over Toledo - This live interactive program takes a look at the stars, constellations and planets visible from right here in Toledo. Learn about the constellations and myths associated with them, the visible planets, and exciting deep sky objects like nebulae and galaxies that you can see for yourself. 7:30pm. $7/adults, $5/children, seniors, and UT community members, free/under age 3. The University of Toledo Ritter Planetarium, 2801 W. Bancroft. utoledo.edu/nsm/rpbo

Saturday, 1.30 [education] BIG: Planetarium Show: How big is the Universe? - This show takes a quirky and imaginative look at the size and scale of our Universe. BIG is an immersive journey to the farthest reaches of the known Universe, as far as we can observe, traveling through history, visiting nebulae, globular clusters, galaxies and black holes. 7:30pm. Lourdes University Appold Planetarium. 419-517-8897. lourdes. edu/planetarium Women’s Self Defense Class - This three-hour introductory self-defense program, taught by Krav Maga instructor Mark Kohn, provides women with risk awareness, risk reduction and personal safety information, in addition to a few basic physical

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defense techniques. This program is offered to all women ages 13+. Girls under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult female. Only 3 minors per adult chaperone will be permitted. Registration required. 11am-2pm. YWCA of NW Ohio H.O.P.E. Center, 1018 Jefferson Ave. 419-241-3235 ext. 138. Visit event page on Facebook. Free

[miscellaneous] 5 Points Forward - Leaders from around Toledo invite conversation with people on how to move the community forward in a positive direction. Beginning at 10am, join Wade Kapszukiewicz of the Lucas County Land Bank for a welcome talk, followed by a panel discussion on creating family activities and

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road trip Continued from p. 29 community garden spaces (at Glass City Roasters), a conversation about city walkability and resources for area artists. Each session will have snacks available and are open to the public. Registration suggested. Glass City Roasters is less than a block away at 1240 Sylvania Ave. 10am-12:30pm. West Toledo Branch Library, 1320 W. Sylvania Ave. Free

Sunday, 1.31 [spirituality] Musical Connection - Lisa A. Hightower presents an evening sharing CD samples and excerpts from her musical journey. Learn why she has been called “The Oracle” by receiving her deep, personal insights. Hosted by Rev. Claudia Tambur and Unity of Toledo Spiritual Center. Love offerings accepted to support The Oracle CD Project. 5pm. Unity of Toledo, 3535 Executive Pkwy. 419-537-1001. facebook. com/unityoftoledo Free

[miscellaneous] Historical Tours of the Manor House - Enjoy a free guided tour at this Depression era home and learn about the region’s rich history after warming up inside the house, be sure to leave time to explore the beautiful garden and all it has to offer even in the crisp winter months. Open Sundays through March. Noon-5pm. Wildwood Preserve Metropark, 5100 W. Central Ave. 419-407-9700. metroparkstoledo.com

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Tuesday, 2.2 [outdoors] Geocaching - Explore the parks on an exciting GPSled scavenger hunt. Participants will learn some basic GPS skills and get a chance to find some hidden caches. No geocaching experience necessary; GPS units will be provided. Participants must use Metroparks GPS units. All minors must be accompanied by an adult. Registration required. 4:30-6pm. $5. Secor Preserve, 10001 W. Central Ave. 419-4079700. metroparkstoledo.com

[education] Seminar in Ecology - Stimulate your intellectual side by participating in a monthly seminar discussion about ecological concepts. Each seminar will focus on a different ecological concept that is showcased within a particular park. The book club atmosphere will make all knowledge levels feel welcome. A Sand County Almanac by Aldo Leopold will be our guide while exploring modern research taking place in this region. Registration required. 6:30-8:30pm. $7. Farnsworth Metropark, 8505 S. River Rd., Waterville. 419-407-9700. metroparkstoledo.com

Friday, 2.5 [miscellaneous] Toledo Vintage Fashion Fair - Got a flair for fashion with a vintage vantage point? Style yourself silly during the Toledo Vintage Fashion Fair. For two days, local vendors and designers will offer vintage clothing and accessories at Style 5:16 Consignment Boutique at Cricket West. The night begins with a Friday

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51st Mardi Gras Prize Masquerade Party - Celebrate Mardi Gras in style during an evening of dancing and live music from “Alpine Blast”, a group from Milwaukee. As in Germany or Switzerland, a “royal” procession will feature a court and other royalty with a masquerade costume parade, including prizes for the best individual, couple and group costumes. Presented by the G.A.F. Society, sponsor of the German-American Festival. 7pm. The Chalet at Oak Shade Grove, 3624 Seaman Rd., Oregon. 419-260-9628.

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The Bard: Film Adaptations of the Works of William Shakespeare In commemoration of 400 years since the writer’s death, the Michigan Theater presents this cinematic series of some of Shakespeare’s most iconic work. Through March 28. Visit website for dates, times and titles. Most shows are on Mondays at 7pm. $10/adult, $8/student (with valid ID), senior and under 12 years old. Michigan Theater, 603 E. Liberty St., Ann Arbor. 734-668-8463. michtheater.org

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Saturday, 2.6

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Over 30 stores, cafés and restaurants invite you to shop, eat, and “experience” chocolate throughout Chelsea, offering tastings, themed merchandise, raffles, and a medley of activities. 10am-5pm. Downtown Chelsea, Michigan. 734475-3539. chelseamich. com Free

Making the Most of Your Garden - Doug Galbraith, of Galbraith Farms from Petersburg, Michigan, will explain the chores and planning required on his farm for each garden season. Whether he is working on the farm or at the farmer’s market, Doug will share his vast experience of fruit and vegetable gardening and how important working with nature has all been a part of that plan. Registration required. 2-4pm. 577 Foundation, 577 E. Front St. 419-872-0305. 577foundation.org

Football Fun - Did you know that Toledo is the birthplace of women’s football, dating back to the 1930s? The Toledo Reign, one of the longest organized women’s football teams in Ohio, will have some team members ready for a meet and greet. The Reign ladies will teach some moves as the audience asks questions and has some football fun. All ages welcome. 6pm. Mott Branch Library, 1085 Dorr St. 419-259-5230. toledolibrary.org

Valentines’ Special Entrees

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

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Chef Andrew, a Culinary Institute of America Graduate, will continue to build seasonal menus with local ingredients and a ﬂare for plate design and presentation.

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.

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Tuesday, 2.9

Sage is an approachable upscale restaurant owned and operated by Andrew Johns and his wife Jennifer. Here at Sage, we serve scratch food at affordable prices for both lunch and dinner.

Fashion Show, shopping preview and local food, giving VIPs the first dig of the collection. Saturday is open to the public with free admission. $20 on 6-9pm, Friday, February 5. Free, 10am-5pm, Saturday, February 6. Style 5:16 Consignment Boutique, 3142 Markway Rd. 419-214-0029. style516.com

Chocolate Extravaganza

Saturday, 2.13

BreakFAST 2016

Brought to the public through a partnership between The Ark and Acoustic Routes, this is a volunteerorganized concert project to support the Breakfast at St. Andrew’s (on Division at Catherine) meal program, which has served a free meal to anyone in need, every single day without fail, since 1982. $30. The Ark, 316 S. Main St. 734-761-1451. theark.org, breakfastatstandrews.org

Friday, 2.19 ARTINI 2016

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Presented by the Ann Arbor Art Center, Artini 2016 combines two of the community’s great passions: artwork and imbibing as Ann Arbor’s finest bars and restaurants compete to create the most artful martini. 7pm. $55. Ann Arbor Art Center, 117 W. Liberty St., Ann Arbor. 734-994-8004. annarborartcenter.org

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Saturday, 2.20

Star Struck - Away from the light pollution of the big city, enjoy the breathtaking view of the wide open night. Explore the night sky with a naturalist and enjoy learning about the science and legends surrounding the stars. It may be chilly but it’s a great time for stargazing; so bring a camp chair, a thermos of hot chocolate and your warmest clothes. Registration required. 7:30pm. $4/members, $5/non-members. Wiregrass Lake, 201 N. Eber Rd. 419-407-9700. metroparkstoledo.com

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RatFest!

The sorely missed homebrew club festival is back for 2016 with a lineup you don’t want to miss! A taste of the 32 beers brewed by participating homebrew clubs, and light snacks from the acclaimed ABC Microbrewery kitchen. 1pm. $30. Arbor Brewing Company Microbrewery, 720 Norris St., Ypsilanti. 734-213-1393. arborbrewing.com

Friday, 2.26 & Saturday, 2.27

11th annual Winter Beer Festival

Taking place near Grand Rapids, this festival will feature approximately 1000 different craft beers from over 100 Michigan breweries. $45-$50. Fifth Third Ballpark, 4500 W. River Dr. NE, Comstock Park, Grand Rapids. mibeer.com

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PLAY BOOK A day with the Lady Rockets Winning over fans, one basket at a time by Dorian Slaybod

Since the fall of 2008, The University of Toledo women’s basketball team has won 160 games, the Mid American Conference league title twice and, in 2011, the Women’s National Invitational Tournament against teams from across the country. And the team’s fans are loyal, consistently ranked top 30 in the country for highest attendance, and breaking the record for single game attendance for the Mid-American Conference with 7,301 spectators — the maximum capacity for UT’s Savage Arena. A Toledo team “We feel very blessed,” said Coach Tricia Cullop when I asked her about the team’s high fan attendance. Coach Cullop began at Toledo in 2008, and immediately became involved in the community through her players with community service and volunteer projects, welcoming fans to join in the activities and practices. All practices are open to the public, and a handful of lucky fans get to hang out with the team on game days. “It is a great way for us to give back and invite people in,” said Katie Griggs, the team’s Director of Operations.

Morning with the team It was 8:30 in the morning, and the team’s coordinator of operations, Lauren Flaum, met me in the lobby of Savage Arena. The team was already on the court taking shots. Each coach walked over and introducing themselves. They brought me over to shout, “Go Team!”, with the players and start the pregame drills and walk-through. We watched Coach Cullop pull aside the five starters, from Illinois, Minnesota, Ohio, and London, England (next year’s team will include players from Finland and Italy). The drills were intense. Players shouted. Shoes squeaked. And when Coach Cullop signalled, everyone became immediately silent and listened to what she had to say. After an hour of drills, I walked up to the Grogan Room for a French toast buffet with the team. We ate and watched video compilations from the opponent’s recent games to prepare for the afternoon game against Western Michigan. After breakfast, Coach Cullop dismissed the team for a few hours of free time. I was told to come back that afternoon an hour before the game.

Marie Richard and Lauren Hitts, seventh graders at Toledo Christian and friends on the junior high basketball team, won the chance to sit courtside while the University of Toledo women’s basketball team practiced and went through drills. The game I stood in the back of the locker room while the team listened to Coach Cullop’s game plan. The room is comfy, with leather couches, padded chairs, and a big TV with an Xbox alongside the trophy case. The team looked focused and excited as I walked out with them for the pregame warm-up. With 45 minutes to go before tipoff, fans were already filling the seats. The game was thrilling. Tied with Western Michigan at halftime, the teams continued to trade leads. Jay-Ann BravoHarriott, a smooth-moving guard from London, and last year’s MAC freshman of the year, led the team with 24 points. Brenae Harris, a sharp pull-up jumpshooter, was hitting difficult shots undermining Western’s momentum.

Western Michigan’s Jessica Jessing, a dominant 6’3” senior from Sylvania Northview, fouled out in the closing minutes. Toledo took a 74-73 lead with 36 seconds left, and held on for the win. After each home game, the players head into the stands to hug family and friends, and shake hands with fans. Coach Cullop began a post-game radio interview that was played over the arena’s speakers. After the first question, she stated, “Before I answer that, I want to thank all 4,100 people who came out.” Cullop and her team are used to having thousands of fans cheer them on each game, but they are hardly taking it for granted. For More Information, contact Lauren Flaum at lauren.flaum2@utoledo.edu. eet us @TCPaper Got a comment? Tw

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What a fun time can be had by all. Celebrate Groundhog Day, the Super Bowl, Chinese New Year of the Monkey and Mardi Gras. — BY SUE LOVETT

UPS AND DOWNS

ARIES (March 21-April 19) On the 30th and 31st your partner makes the plans. You cannot stop talking as February begins. You watch the Groundhog, you host or attend a big Super Bowl Party. Meet new people as you welcome the Chinese New Year on the 8th.

LIBRA (September 23-October 22) As

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) Get back on your

SCORPIO (October 23-November 21) A

career path and think money and benefits. Your partner pushes you forward the 1st and 2nd. You are so food oriented that you plan early for the Super Bowl, the Chinese New Year, Fat Tuesday and Mardi Gras.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) Catch up on your work at home the 30th and 31st. You are outside watching the Groundhog the 2nd. Place a bet and be a winner. Win AGAIN on the Super Bowl. The new moon the 8th shines where you think travel… maybe for Valentine’s Day.

new car the 27th or 28th? Then be quiet until February. Get up to see the Groundhog the 2nd. Shop the 3rd and 4th for yourself. Host or attend a Super Bowl Party. Welcome the Chinese New Year and rest after Mardi Gras.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22-December 20) You appreciate holidays more than any

other sign of the zodiac. Drink a lot of toasts in February – to the Groundhog, the Super Bowl, the Chinese New Year, Mardi Gras, Presidents’ Day, and Valentine’s Day. How great is that!

CAPRICORN (December 21-January 19)

LEO (July 23-August 22) You wear your

AQUARIUS (January 20-February 18) You

VIRGO (August 23-September 22) You stay on schedule and are organized as January ends. Jupiter (the good guy) is in your sign all of February, but it seems to be going backward. You may have to wait for good things to happen. Don’t bet on the Super Bowl!

PISCES (February 19-March 20) Things are

crown so well right through January. February is your kind of month – Groundhog Day, the Super Bowl, Chinese New Year, Valentine’s Day, Presidents’ Day, Mardi Gras and Sadie Hawkins Day. You are blessed!

Love is still in the air, but no commitments please! You are busy until the 7th when you take time to go to a Super Bowl party. You are a winner! Take someone to dinner to celebrate the Chinese New Year of the Monkey.

should entertain on the 30th. You may be a winner at the Super Bowl party. Make a list of goals and resolutions to put into effect when the new moon makes its annual visit to your sign on the 8th. February is really busy.

smooth and nobody churns the water where you are living. Plan your social schedule starting with Groundhog Day; host or attend a Super Bowl party. Pick the winner and watch every commercial. Rest after the 9th.

Sue Lovett is available for personal astrology readings and private parties. 419-474-6399. suelovett.com

CELEBRITY AQUARIANS It has been said that more Aquarians are in the Hall of Fame than any other sign. Bubble Wrap and the website You Tube were both launched as Aquarians. George Stephanopoulos and Oprah Winfrey, left, celebrate. Locally your astrologer, Sue Lovett, lights candle.

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January comes to a close you think about making changes at home. Get your plans in writing. Groundhog Day is not your favorite but you love the commercials during the Super Bowl. Go out to welcome the Chinese New Year.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) January ends on a happy note as you look forward to February. There will be a lot happening. Mars is in your fifth house of gambling and you love taking chances. Spend some time in the kitchen for special events wherever you go!

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January 27 to February 9

Unity Day 2016

photos by Christine Senack

The University of Toledo and City of Toledo’s annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebration features speeches, music, and more to celebrate diversity and MLK’s legacy.

The Super Bridal Show With the holidays ringing in new engagements, the wedding showcase brought in crowds on January 16-17 at the Premier Catering and the Stranahan Great Hall.

Bride-to-be Samantha Manley enjoys a special day with her mom, Patty.

Alexis Williams, Perry Harris III and Sheree Madison-Emery.

Haley Dennis with her friend and bride-to-be, Danielle Jennings. Jose Rosales, Linda Alvarado-Arce and Christopher Rowell, co-chairs of Unity Day.

Dr. Sharon Gaber, with MLK scholarship recipients Patricia Jones, David Jones, and Jemila Council, with Dr. Shanda Gore.

Aly Welch with bride-to-be, Shayle Welch and Heather Caligiuri.

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Eryn Thacker

Age: 38 Occupation: Billing Specialist at Optivue/ Doorwoman/Knitter/Cross Stitch Artist with 2 Dirty Needles For artists, creativity often spills over into personal style. Such is the case for Eryn Thacker, whose fearless love of makeup lends itself to using her face as a canvas. Her adoration for a plethora of colors, documented on her Instagram account (@xerynx), create looks from which one can draw inspiration or live vicariously.

How has your make-up style changed throughout the years?

I used to wear a ton of bright colors. I could have five different neon colors on my eyes. Lately, I’ve been really into more neutrals, which is weird to me but I still pack on a whole bunch of different shades.

What are three must-haves in your makeup stash?

A full coverage foundation, a good mascara, and a good nude, matte lipstick.

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Before you prepare your look, do you have something in mind or do you just wing it?

I try to do the old school [philosophy of] lips or eyes— don’t do both… you can’t do it all.

Are there any celebrities or icons that influence your style?

I hate to say it, but Kim Kardashian’s eyes are always really good… Batalash, MannyMUA and Patrick Starrr. Those last two are both guys, but they don’t do drag. They just wear make-up.

What line of tools do you prefer?

I like MAC brushes. Another one: e.l.f. They make awesome brushes and a lot of really good products.

Are there any other local places you like to get make-up?

No… I really love to get my make-up at Walgreen’s. I have so much MAC leftover from when I use to buy high-end stuff. NYX is my favorite big brand and BH Cosmetics, which is online. My skincare, Brunhildas’ Cleansing Balm, is made by a girl in town, who’s just killing it. Her name is Sam Woods and she works at Attitudes. Her stuff is sold at Etsy at Brunhildas Potions. It’s so good and it’s natural. The cleanser is made with honey, beeswax, and essential oils.

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PHOTO CREDIT: by Angela Conley

STYLE SENSE

Eryn’s subtle, smoky eye/neutral lip look was created with drugstore favorites like Rimmel mascara and her secret weapon, Wet n Wild MegaLast matte lipstick.