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If you were going to run for office in Toledo, what one issue would you run on?

October 23 — November 05, 2013 Vol. 14 • Issue 21

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Casey Clark:

Economic Revitalization

Publisher/Editor in Chief

Matthew Beier:

Collette Jacobs (cjacobs@toledocitypaper.com) Naps for everyone!

'Merica

June 1972 issue of Highlights. Goofus and Gallant had an excellent take on citizenship!

Co-publisher/Chief Financial Officer Mark I. Jacobs (mjacobs@toledocitypaper.com) To teach Brandon Doriot social empathy

Black Cherry:

Editorial

Akhom Khioukhom:

Roller coaster in downtown

Assignment Editor: Matt Breneman (editor@adamsstreetpublishing.com) more trains Arts & Entertainment Coordinators: Joseph Schafer (josephs@adamsstreetpublishing.com) Civil Liberties #basedliberties

Location. We need to relocate further from Michigan.

Biskit Head:

Jan Thomas (jthomas@adamsstreetpublishing.com) Mandatory art appreciation courses for everyone

Unemployment & job creation.

Staff writer: Griffin Messer-Kruse (griffin@adamsstreetpublishing.com) Irish whiskey ice cream trucks

Patrick J Tansey: Jobs

Russell Axon (russ@adamsstreetpublishing.com) weekly city-wide pizza parties Events Coordinator: Marisa Rubin (mrubin@adamsstreetpublishing.com) must work to breath air, nothing is free...babies included Digital Media Specialist: Brandon Doriot (aspcmedia@gmail.com) utilizing the homeless for renewable energy Contributing Writers: Scott Angles, Jordan Killam, Jeff Milo, Alison Wood-Osmun, Steven Athanas.

Art/Production Senior Designer: Leah Foley (leah@adamsstreetpublishing.com)0 Ending the “orange barrel brigade” Graphic Design: Brittney Koehl (adsin@toledocitypaper.com) Ending the reign of beiber Megan Anderson (manderson@toledocitypaper.com) Coffee drinking fountains in every office Jameson Staneluis (jameson@adamsstreetpublishing.com) buy local Kyle Iwanicki no dig = no ride policy enforcement

Advertising Sales Manager: Aubrey Hornsby (ahornsby@adamsstreetpublishing.com) Make toledo the music mecca of the region Sales Coordinator: Emily Gibb (classifieds@toledocitypaper.com) solve gang problems by instituting “hunger games fridays” Classifieds Coordinator: Lydia Schaefer (classifieds@toledocitypaper.com) saying no to GMO

Excellence in Journalism

Former City Paper Assignment Editor Alia Orra brought home the gold… err… glass at this year's Touchstone Awards.

The Press Club of Toledo awarded her the Excellence in Journalism touchstone the article “BIG IDEA Toledoans” in last year's “Idea” issue (January 16, 2013).

Congratulations, Alia.

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New Brew for Toledo

Toledo brewmaster Tom Schaeffer is now CEO and Business Manager of his own brewing company, Black Cloister, named after the historic monastery Martin Luther once called home. Schaeffer just launched a kickstarter campaign to help begin his brewery. Brandon Doriot sat down with Schaeffer to discuss the finer points of brewing, as well as starting a small business. facebook.com/BlackCloister

Administration Accounting: Robin Armstrong (rarmstrong@toledocitypaper.com) I won’t allow cursive to be eliminated in the school curriculum!

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Letters to the editor must be limited to 300 words, are subject to editing, and should include the writer’s full name and phone number.

Any letter submitted to the editor or publisher may be printed at the publisher’s discretion in issues subsequent to its receipt.

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JC’s Comic Stop has moved to its new location at St. James Plaza, 6725-DD W. Central Ave. (next to Frogtown Johnnie’s) The comic book shop, which also sells action figures, posters, clothing and other pop culture paraphernalia, will celebrate its grand re-opening as JC’s Comics N’ More at 4pm Tuesday, October 29. With a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Special guests D. Randall Blythe and John Campbell from Grammy-nominated metal band Lamb of God will help celebrate (there will not be a signing.) Check the shop’s Facebook page for more info. 419-531-6097.

TK Lanes Boutique, Sylvania's newest boutique, opened on Tuesday, October 8. Located at 5675 N Main St. in downtown Sylvania, the shop has home decor including hand painted furniture, jewelry, bed, bath, wine accessories and more. Mon - Wed, 10am – 5:30pm, Thurs, 10am – 7pm, Fri, 10am – 5:30pm and Sat, 10am – 4pm. 419-517-5300. facebook.com/tklanesboutique.

Fuji Buffet, a brand new Asian style restaurant located at 4751 Monroe St., opened on Friday, October 4. The buffet features sushi, barbeque, salads, steaks, seafood and even a chocolate fountain. Open for lunch and dinner, Monday through Sunday.

419-472-9996.

A brand new Denny’s, the restaurant chain known for always being open, has opened in Sylvania at 6920 W. Central Ave. The familyowned diner celebrated their grand opening on Friday, October 18, when they gave away 100 free Original Grand Slam breakfasts to their first 100 customers.

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Lululemon Atheletica, the popular chic athletic wear retailer based out of Vancouver, has opened in the former Scoots infant apparel shop at 206 Louisiana Ave. in downtown Perrysburg. lululemon.com 419-874-3185

Wei Wei Seafood, located at 1202 N. Reynolds Rd., re-opened on Monday, October 7 after being closed for a month for remodeling. The restaurant, which serves a variety of authentic Chinese and Thai dishes, now has an outdoor patio. Open Mon., WedThu from 11am – 10pm, Fri-Sat from 11am – 10:30pm and Sun from 12pm – 10pm.

419-531-1117.

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Allison Walters (allisonw@adamsstreetpublishing.com) getting rid of double dippers

Coaching by Kurt, Maumee’s hottest new fitness studio, opened on Thursday, October 10. Located at 103 E. Wayne at the corner of Conant in Maumee, Coaching by Kurt uses personalized meal plans and fitness regimens to create a foolproof way to lose weight for good. 419-322-9195. facebook.com/coachingbykurtpersonaltrainer

On Friday, October 25 and Saturday, October 26, Georgette's Fair Trade Grounds & Gifts will celebrate their 8th anniversary.

In celebration, they are offering gift card giveaways and $1 gelato cups. From 6:30am – 8pm on Friday and until 4pm on Saturday.

311 Conant St., Maumee. 419-891-8888. georgettes.org

Seperated at birth?

We noticed that Jeff Gerritt, Deputy Editorial Page Editor at The Blade, and our own Johnny Hildo bear a striking resemblance to one another.

Coincidence? Kindred spirits? Separated at birth? Hildo gives his political commentary and election picks on pg.13.

UPDATES IN LOCAL BUSINESS Memphis Pearl, an all-new restaurant specializing in steak and seafood, is coming to Sylvania this fall. The restaurant is located at 5147 S. Main St. in the former B.Gumps 101 building.

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A mile in their shoes

With the stresses of modern life weighing on us all, it’s important to remember that there are thousands of Americans who are homeless, often by no fault of their own.

Lightening the mood at Tent City The number of families with children who are homeless due to foreclosure and job loss has risen 30 percent in the last five years. Enter Tent City, an all-volunteer event founded in 1990 and restarted in 2006, which is a community camp-out at the Civic Center Mall in Downtown Toledo. The event, which takes place Friday, October 25 through Sunday, October 27, provides free medical services, meals, showers, haircuts, clothing, flu shots, IDs and more to Toledo’s homeless community. Toledoans are free to set up their own tents for the weekend and show solidarity with the less fortunate. To volunteer at Tent City, visit 1matters.org

Furry little friends

Thanks to a generous contribution from Petsmart Charities, Planned Pethood now has $94,000 to spend over the next two years to spay and neuter animals in the 43605 zip code.

With four million cats and dogs euthanized in U.S. shelters each year, it is crucial to neuter or spay house pets, a proven way to combat the issue of pet overpopulation. Toledoans interested in the program can contact Planned Pethood at 419-826-3499 or at pets@plannedpethood.com to see if their pets qualify for free spay and neutering. Don’t hesitate to call—you may save an animals life.—GMK

Start me up

Calling all aspiring entrepreneurs—the Advertising Club of Toledo is hosting their Creativity & Innovation Summit on Wednesday, November 6 at the Hilton Garden Inn in Perrysburg. The summit, which features ten local speakers, aims to teach attendees how to use creativity and inspiration to build their own business. Speakers include John Crisp (eBlade), Lori Jacobs (Cake in a Cup), Michael Seay (SensoryMax), and more! They will discuss how their unique product or idea was created and how it led to progressive growth in their field. The goal is to answer the question, “How does your business harness, cultivate, encourage, breed and build creativity?” 7:30am. $29 for student ticket, $59 regular. Hilton Garden Inn, 6165 Levis Commons Blvd., Perrysburg. RSVP requested by Wednesday, October, 30—visit adclubtoledo.org or call Patty at 419-866-4199—GMK

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Outstanding Fall Fun

A voyage up north through the Irish hills

by Alison Wood-Osmun Whimsical Adventure

Named for the former owner of the property William H.L. McCourtie, McCourtie Park was designed by Mexican artists George Cardoso and Ralph Corona around 1930. McCourtie Park is a fun, delightful place provoking smiles and amazement from the moment you spy the seventeen incredible walking bridges that highlight the site. These whimsical masterpieces look like they were hand-milled and carved from old trees. They are actually made of concrete and sculpted in an artistic process called El Trabejo Rustico (Spanish term for rustic work). The bridges, crafted in the 1930’s, span a fast moving, narrow creek that travels the length of the 42 acre walking and picnic spot.

Lush with mature weeping willows and majestic cottonwoods, the hill, near the entrance, offers a great panoramic view of the bridges which are nestled into the greenery; they actually look like they are part of a miniature fairy garden. As you

venture across each one they come alive with breathtaking details of nail heads, roping, knot holes, amazing arches and thatched roofs, all made from concrete.

Several covered bridges offer you a place to sit and enjoy the craftsmanship at your leisure as well as the sound and sight of the creek and the rustle of the bright fall leaves overhead. Look up to see the wonderfully made Martin birdhouses that adorn the area. Go now and enjoy the park dressed in its bright autumn hues.

And maybe, since it is close to Halloween, you will spot the resident ghostly apparition known as the Lady in Blue walking the park grounds.

For more info go to www.michigan.org/property/ mccourtie-park/ or call 517.688.9223. 12715 E. Chicago Rd. Somerset MI. Free (about 3 miles west of US 223 on US 12, one hour and ten minutes from Toledo).

Stop in and grab a growler of hard cider

Autumn Pit Stop:

After visiting McCourtie park, take the five minute drive over to Meckley’s Flavor Fruit Mecley’s Flavor Fruit Farm Farm. This picturesque farm offers the best of seasonal fall activities: cider mill/apple orchard tours, a petting zoo, live music, pumpkin patches, wagon rides, bonfires and homemade pies. In addition, they have perfected the art of making tasty apple cider blends and really excellent hard ciders. I love hard ciders and these are exceptional. MeckleyCidery, a rustic, chic bar area, offers free tastings (like a winery) of their outstanding brews. My picks include the tangy lemon infused Summer Sweat (also a staff favorite) and the rich and silky taste of their 46’ Dodge blend (like fine whiskey).

11025 S Jackson Rd Somerset, MI. flavorfruitfarm.com 517.688.3455

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Undead and loving it

The Adams St. Zombie Bar Crawl returns from the grave

by Michael Pierce It’s that time of year again, when zombies step out from the gutters of Adams Street to crawl through the UpTown bars. On October 25th Bretz, The Attic, Manhattan’s, The Ottawa Tavern, and Wesley’s will be infested with Ryan Bunc h and Meli thousands of zombies looking for ssa Prior a mong the undead two things – brains and booze! This is the fourth year of the zombie crawl, and with event has certainly given a boost to the 3,000 participants anticipated, it looks to Adams Street corridor. “I wanted to help be the biggest one yet. create a happening that would promote The story of how this Toledo event the district and give the bars a chance to came about is remarkably simple. Ryan make some bank. I wanted the people to Bunch, coordinator for the Arts Commis- have something free and accessible that’s sion, and some friends, created the idea a little off-kilter and out of the norm. That’s back in the summer of 2010. It came to how people stay connected to the commuthem during a Saturday morning ‘hang- nity… It’s kind of an experiment, we’ll see over’ brunch, where they were discussing how long it lasts, but for now, it has brought simple and inexpensive ways to entertain me immense joy. And it all started with themselves and others in the community. a hangover and a silly Facebook event”, Little did they know, this one simple idea says Bunch. would become the busiest night of the This year the event is on October 25th and year for Adams Street bars. According begins at 8:30pm, with a meet up, followed by a to Bunch, “The Facebook event floated brief zombie rally at 9:30 at Wesley’s. At 10pm the around for about two full months and Walking Dead March of Death down Adams Street when the event day came, around 700 will take place. Manhattans is hosting a Zombie people showed up, all in costume. It was Beach Party. Undead Portraiture via PhotoBooth amazing!” In 2011 they did it again and the Live will take place at The Attic, along with number of zombie patrons doubled. Last showings of horror films on the big screen. In the year those numbers nearly doubled again, lot next to The Attic, the UpTown Association is as an estimated 2,500 thirsty zombies hosting a “bloody beer bath.” made it out to Adams Street. facebook.com/events/292733677533638/

They’re bussing ‘em in

The initial idea for the zombie crawl was so straightforward and simple that the bars weren’t even consulted about it. However, all of them were incredibly receptive, creating their own themes and drink specials. This event has gotten so big that out-of-towners are expected to travel to Toledo to party with the UpTown zombies. Last year Bunch met people from Detroit, Cleveland, and Philadelphia – all drawn to Toledo because of the zombie crawl. This community-building

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Woodward. (1973) BA in education from University of Toledo, (1978) Paramedic certification from UTMC (MCO) (1983) Fire Chief for 17 years and State Fire Marshal for 2 years.

What is your biggest concern for Toledo and what do you plan to do as mayor to address it?

My biggest concern is that Toledo has a crisis of confidence. We deserve here what any other city has and there is no reason we cannot achieve it if we believe we deserve it. I will continue to motivate Toledo to work towards it’s potential.

Toledo is frequently mentioned in negative top 10 lists. What will you do to improve the city’s image?

Well, I won’t contribute to negative top ten lists. We are doing everything possible to improve the city’s image including achieving financial stability with a balanced budget, reducing crime, hiring police officers and firefighters and paving What is your favorite TV show? roads. We’re also Hell on Wheels beginning to atWhat book did you last read? tract positive attenThe Parties vs the People: How to tion from national Turn Republicans and Democrats into Americans by Mickey Edwards What was your first job?

McDonald’s Worker

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media like Forbes, the Wall Street Journal and the National Journal - positive earned media is the best free advertising possible for Toledo.

Toledo was recently listed by Forbes as the #9 best city for hiring this fall.

How do you plan on capitalizing on this announcement?

We’re going to continue to work to remove hurdles that restrict economic growth and make sure Toledo continues to work toward being a business-friendly community. This includes promoting a skilled and educated workforce by keeping the spotlight on education and workforce development to make sure we have a community ready to meet the job demands of the job creators.

Libbey High School, 1962 high school diploma, University of Toledo Diploma, BS majoring in Human Relations and minoring in natural science, 1975; MBA from the University of Toledo in 1999.

What is your biggest concern for Toledo and what do you plan to do as mayor to address it?

Public Safety. I will return the city to beat integrity, and also hire 40 officers a year for four years, totaling 160 officers.

Toledo is frequently mentioned in negative top 10 lists about Toledo.

What will you do to improve the city’s image?

Rebrand the City of Toledo into ‘A City of the Future.’

Toledo was recently listed by Forbes as the #9 best city for hiring this fall.

How do you plan on capitalizing on this announcement?

We need to look for and recruit companies offering career-oriented jobs that offer meaningful pathways for advancement.

Especially in those that create opportunity for entrepreneurialism.

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THE NITTY GRITTY What is your favorite TV show?

Blue Bloods.

What book did you last read?

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The Coming Jobs Wars by James Clifton.

What was your first job?

Cleaning stalls and grooming horses at my father’s thoroughbred business—my income was zero.

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Continued Toledoans are getting antsy about the Chinese investors lack of development progress. When will the Marina District be finished?

The Marina District sat for more than 10 years with no investment other than government money. In the last four years the maritime museum has begun and we’ve sold the property to private developers, putting it back onto the tax rolls to the tune of about $100,000 per year for Lucas County. The development is ongoing and there has been more progress in the last four years than the previous ten.

What do you believe is the most exciting thing currently going on in Toledo?

The resurgence of the art community and the greater community understanding that the arts are an integral part of our growth citywide... its a part of development, its a part of crime prevention and elimination of blight and its a part of education and job development. People want to live in communities where art is valued and integrated into everyday life.

What is your favorite Toledo memory?

Fridays after work at Party in the Park What in your career (not necessarily as mayor) are you most proud of?

In each job I’ve had I’ve been able to make a difference and that is what makes me proud. End

Continued Toledoans are getting antsy about the Chinese investors lack of development progress. When will the Marina District be finished?

Upon election, I will meet with the current investors and determine their intent.

From there we will be able to determine the future of the Marina District and set a time frame for development.

What do you believe is the most exciting thing currently going on in Toledo?

The increase in people making downtown their home.

What is your favorite Toledo memory?

Being an altar boy for Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen.

What in your career are you most proud of?

Creating policy that changed Toledo’s culture on recycling, taking Toledo from 16% to 85% of households recycling. End

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EDUCATION: Central Catholic High School 1969, University of Toledo, BA Social Studies Major, Music Minor, Cum Laude 1973, University of Toledo, PhD of Jurisprudence 1976.

Systems Administrator, MassMutual Northwest Ohio Adjunct faculty member, Owens Community College’s School of Technology.

SEAN NESTOR

EDUCATION: St. John’s Jesuit High school 1997, Lourdes, BA International Business 2003, Masters Organizational Leadership 2006.

Commercial real estate agent, Signature Associates.

Adjunct professor of business, Owens Community College

ADAM MARTINEZ

Realtor with Danberry. Life Member of Ohio Assoc. of Realtors and Toledo Board of Realtors President’s Club.

EDUCATION: E.L. Bowsher High School 1971, Wittenberg University 1975 (BA in Political Science), University of Toledo School of Law 1975-1976.

ROB LUDEMAN 13 years on COuncil

Ms. Gabriel declined to reveal her graduation dates.

Stautzenberger Business School, Declined Date Davis Business College, Declined Date

EDUCATION: Jessup W. Scott High School

THERESA GABRIEL

Retired

Mr. Ford was not available for comment.

Membership Development Rep for IBEW Local 8 EDUCATION: Waite High School 1997, Owens Community College 2000

SHAUN ENRIGHT 1 year on COuncil

years of hard knocks, dealing with people and situations in various business situations, great experience!

EDUCATION: William King High School, Abingdon, VA. 1959. Two years of college in accounting, plus fifty

Retired. Previous owner of Delaney’s Lounge

BILL DELANEY

EDUCATION: Ottawa Hills 1982, Northwood University Midland, Michigan, BA Marketing 1988.

Senior manager, TrueNorth llc.

JOSEPH CELUSTA

6 Seats are open for election

CITY COUNCIL Currently, living in District 2 and the Southwyck area is in dire need of attention. If the current out-of -state owner continues not to market the land, we need to pressure them to sell to a local developer or take control of the land via eminent domain for public safety. It could be mirrored in the form of Pacesetter Park; as well as, the Warren-Sherman vacant land.

The problem is all industry and corporations have left Toledo and companies are currently leaving Toledo taking the employee’s with them. There is no master plan to tackle water department upgrades or the neighborhood blight, and crime.

Better funding for Toledo’s homeless shelters needs to be addressed.

GUILTY PLEASURE: VODKA

Lack of economic development along the Summit Street corridor. Point Place could benefit from some new local businesses that respond to community interests, like a coffee shop or bowling alley. Reducing the bureaucratic barriers to acquiring facade grants can make a big difference.

A major concern I have is how we allocate decreasing Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds. I would limit CDBG funding used by the administration.

I believe we need to take a serious look at how we are distributing funds to the homeless shelters.

The Toledo Lucas County Homelessness Board has become a sprawling bureaucracy that holds funds for the shelters hostage more than it facilitates the effective support of the homeless. I would like to see a community-driven trust fund for the city parks that could be seeded with city money.

In this current economic condition we are beyond doing more with less, we are to the point where we are doing less with less. You cannot cut your way to a balanced budget. I would suggest the following: • Maintain lean administrative staffing levels.

• Increase local preference for small local businesses.

• Increase public works projects to maintain and enhance infrastructure.

• Incentivize small business creation and neighborhood job creation.

• Work with Lucas County Land Bank to incentivize neighborhood restoration and preservation with working capital.

GUILTY PLEASURE: ANYTHING OHIO STATE. MY LICENSE PLATE IS “BUCKEYE ROB”

Since the entire city is my “district” public safety always must be foremost. Increased police and fire personnel must continue to be addressed.

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A lack of future focus. The sinkhole that swallowed up an entire car on Detroit Ave earlier this year is just one notable example of how little care we are taking of our city. We can fix this by making public works a budget priority, creating jobs and making the city a nicer place to live and do business in the process.

I am running on a platform of improving public safety, rebuilding city infrastructure, and revitalizing neighborhoods.

FAVORITE MOVIE: DIRTY DANCING

The entire City of Toledo needs to be cleaned up, especially, neighborhoods with senior residents, alleys in old neighborhoods and park areas. Also, attention to developing training programs for millenials (21 to 30 year olds).

FAVORITE MOVIE: ANYTHING PIXAR

Neighborhood Reinvestment, Economic Development, and Job Creation. Since my last election, I have championed several initiatives that have changed “business as usual” and how we attract new development to Toledo and support small local businesses.

Jobs/Employment. As the economy rebounds city government needs to work with all economic development agencies to help new and existing businesses grow.

Establish more safety programs to protect seniors, rehab neighborhood housing instead of demolishing them, and establish a re-entry employment program for veterans and others who have dropped out of employment systems.

I’m a new voice in Toledo politics that isn’t weighed down by cronyism and special interests. I have received the endorsement of the Toledo Blade, UFCW Local 75, and the Toledo Police Patrolman’s Association. I’m not beholden to special interests, as evidenced by my policy of not accepting money from PACs.

As a lifelong resident of Toledo, I was afforded the opportunity to attend schools where service and volunteerism were foundational values. My “value driven” education ultimately led me to a lifetime of public service.

Toledoans should vote for me because I am the Common Sense candidate. On City Council that equates to being a consensus builder.

I have over 20 years of business experience and over 30 years of experience working with organized labor like CBTU, AFSCME Local 7, and AFSCME 2058. 60 years of working with community service organizations. Over 45 years in the public sector includeding positions with the City of Toledo as Commissioner of Streets Bridges and Harbors, Director of Parks and Recreation, as well as Director of Human Resources, and Assistant Chief of Staff.

Because I want what’s best for the city, and for all citizens. With every vote I keep in mind, will this make Toledo safer and will it make Toledo a good place to live and raise a family.

I would like to see more money allocated to parks and recreation for our youth.

I need to concentrate on making Toledo a good place to live and raise a family, and I plan to do so by continuing to pursue safety as stated in my previous answer.

I feel crime is the biggest concern. Since on council, I have voted for the reopening of the Northwestern Police station, for more police, and supported a Domestic Violence Court.

GUILTY PLEASURE: INKY”S PIZZA

I will not be beholden to any union, political party or big business. I will always be available to the people.

No-programs should be added.

Fee’s need to be cut from small business.

FAVORITE MOVIE: BLAZING SADDLES

Celustas have done the city good, and being raised by great city stewards; there is an obligation, to be another great steward in the City’s best interest. Plus the only candidate that was raised in the west end, owned on Willys Parkway, and currently owns in the south end, experiencing living in most of the parameters of the City. The City is digressing; as opposed to expanding and growing into a better place to live.

Why should Toledoans vote for you?

For the city at large. We need to concentrate on education, attitude and appearance. We need more community meetings, more transparence and no more lies.

An Organizational Chart needs to be evaluated to insure all functions in departments are accounted for and staffed effectively.

What needs to be evaluated or cut on the city budget?

Should any programs be added?

We are not listening to our citizens. We did not include them in decisions, we could care less about what they think.

GUILTY PLEASURE: BEN & JERRY’S

What is the biggest concern you have for your constituencies and what ideas or plans do you have to address this issue?

What is your biggest concern for Toledo and how can the problem be fixed?

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Pleas Court, Municipal Court, Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court, including all suburban courts in all Ohio counties, 12 Years

EXPERIENCE: Private practice consisting of Common

The Ohio State University, Criminology and Criminal Justice 1982, University of Toledo, J.D. 1988.

EDUCATION: Newark Senior High School 1976,

KENNETH W. PHILLIPS

compensation section, 2004 – 2013

EXPERIENCE: Assistant Attorney General, workers’

University of Dayton with a major in philosophy and minor in criminal justice 1994.

University of Toledo College of Law, 1997 J.D.

EDUCATION: St. Francis DeSales High School 1990,

JOSHUA W. LANZINGER

EXPERIENCE: Lawyer in solo private practice, 10 years.

BGSU 1993, University of Toledo College of Law JD. 2003,

EDUCATION: Notre Dame Academy 1988,

GRETCHEN S. DEBACKER

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JUDGE t Toledo Municfopar 1lseCatour

Central State University in Wilberforce, Ohio

EDUCATION: Jesup W. Scott High 1967,

Consulting, marketing and sales

LARRY SYKES President/CEO, LJSJB & Associates, LLC.

Adjunct Associate Professor of Critical Thinking in the Honors College at BGSU EDUCATION:BS degree from BGSU in Comprehensive Science Education 1984, Master’s of Education in Secondary Science Curriculum Development 1988, PhD in American Culture Studies 1996.

STEVE STEEL 4.5 years on COuncil

Owner of Plate 21 Coffee House, residential and commercial Property Manager EDUCATION: E.L. Bowsher High School 1978, Bowling Green State University, BFA, Jewelry and Metalsmithing, Magna Cum Laude 1982.

SANDY SPANG

Michigan, Federal Court, Tax Court, and United States Supreme Court.

EDUCATION: Central Catholic High School 1969, University of Toledo, BA Social Studies Major, Music Minor, Cum Laude 1973, University of Toledo, PhD of Jurisprudence 1976.

JAMES NOWAK Attorney at Law, Licensed to practice law in Ohio,

C it y C o un c il Co n t in u e d. ..

I think it is vitally important that we all commit to ensuring that the justice system truly treats everyone equally. That means not only dealing with disparity that can be present in the court system, but also resolving issues with laws that are written in a way which may disenfranchise minority groups.

Do you feel that the U.S. legal system is weighted against minorities?

Standing behind the register at Sufficient Grounds at Cricket West, with my sisters, on our opening day in 1993. We were waiting for customers to come in and I was 24 years old!

We had done so much work to be ready, and the people came!

The birth of my four sons, Rory, Robert, Yes, to an extent, but I have seen an Ryan and Casey, my granddaughter Katherimprovement in the past decades that ine and my grandson, Victor.

I have worked in the law. I will work to facilitate further continued improvement.

Never give up. Learn from your mistakes and move forward.

ENDORSED BY: TOLEDO POLICE

Upon awakening each day, I ask God for the knowledge of his will for me and the power to carry it out.

PROUDEST MOMENT: SERVING IN THE U.S. ARMY

I will work to change the revolving door that is Toledo Municipal Court by holding defendants responsible for their actions.

This is why my campaign has been endorsed by the Toledo Police Patrolman’s Association and the Toledo Police Command Officers union.

My proudest moment was when I returned from my tour in Iraq while serving in the U.S. Army.

From a socioeconomic standpoint the U.S. legal system is sometimes weighed against minorities. Many minorities are inherently disadvantaged due to the lack of opportunities for education and income. As a judge (and a minority myself), I am conscientious in dealing with these inequalities and I treat each person in my court with the fairness and impartiality that they deserve.

I pride myself as having a strong work ethic. I would like to see the Toledo Municipal Court become more pro-active in implementing changes that will benefit the people who are involved in the court system, and provide a more efficient way of handling certain cases.

My parents have always told me I could be whatever I wanted to be. If I worked hard, got my education and put my talents toward any goal or project, it would be successful.

What is the best advice you have ever received?

While I have not had the opportunity to evaluate the city budget in detail at this point, non-performing projects, programs and departments that are not sustaining themselves must be thoroughly reviewed.

What is your proudest moment?

GUILTY PLEASURE: CHEESECAKE

The creation of new job opportunities. We must focus on preparing training programs capable of producing a workforce that is skilled to work in new ways.

GUILTY PLEASURE: PLAYING THE ACCORDION. AS OFTEN AS POSSIBLE.

Our next step is to continue to make our city more liveable. The one place that I believe programming must be enhanced immediately is in providing youth opportunities, both in employment options and recreation programming.

The death of both of my parents within months during the middle of my last campaign. This present campaign is dedicated to their memory and wishes.

This election has been the biggest challenge I have faced. I have two opponents and I am campaigning very hard to show the voters that I am the most qualified candidate. I hope the voters will allow me to continue to serve as a Toledo Municipal Court judge.

One of the biggest challenges that I have faced is supporting my friend, Gretchen Skeldon, as she struggled with, and ultimately lost her battle with, breast cancer. After her death a close knit group of Gretchen’s family and friends came together to form the Gretchen Skeldon Fund, through which we have been able to continue Gretchen’s legacy of service by helping many people throughout the area.

What is the biggest challenge you have faced?

Toledoans should vote for me because of my experience and proven leadership ability; 30 years as Vice President, Business Development and Community Affairs at Fifth Third Bank, service on numerous State of Ohio, Lucas County and private board of director positions.

It has been my honor to be your representative in elected office for 8 years. I believe I have the experience and temperament to continue to make a difference.

My life experiences equip me to advocate for fiscal responsibility as well as job growth, a vibrant arts scene and modern urban amenities.

The budget should be evaluated to determine that we are not only effectively meeting immediate needs but also allocating funds for long-term goals and infrastructure maintenance.

The former Southwyck mall site and surrounding properties need to be repurposed. Toledo City Government needs to market to, and be supportive of, developers who will bring a new vision to the area.

I have worked on promoting a number of initiatives during my time on Council, with the goal of enhancing Toledo’s liveability, including fostoring diverse, energetic downtown, uptown, and warehouse districts, a vibrant, robust arts and entertainment scene, a rebuilt infrastructure that appropriately integrates multiple transportation options, and beautiful parks and green spaces with gratifying recreation options.

I have worked hard to bring people together so we can keep my neighborhood: Point Place, the best place any place. When elected, I will work had to make sure this City is the best place anywhere.

The entire government needs to be evaluated. We need to make sure that each department and every employee is working in the most efficient and effective manner. A Sales department needs to be added.

The biggest problem for the city is the area around the downtown area. I think we should rebate 3/4 temporary tax for people who both live in the area and work in the area. If we can increase the number of people living and working in the area, property values go up. Crime goes down.

POSITIVE CONTRIBUTIONS: PRESIDENT, BOARD OF TRUSTEES TOLEDO BOTANICAL GARDEN

I have made many positive contributions to Toledo through organizations such as Toledo Botanical Garden & Arts Commission. As a Judge, a Domestic Violence Docket will be one thing I can do to improve the life of women and families in Toledo.

What will you do to improve Toledo?

Increase job opportunities for our citizens. I believe that new economic development partnerships at the local, regional and global levels can supply the links necessary to make this happen.

My biggest concern is the cynical perception that Toledo is somehow doomed to failure. We are current witness to a rebirth of energy and spirit, led by some remarkable Toledoans of all ages. We can share the ongoing renaissance by continuing to join together to build a Toledo with safe neighborhoods of choice, a diverse economy that produces a variety of career opportunities and entrepreneurship opportunities in myriad business corridors around town.

GUILTY PLEASURE: OVERINDULGENCE IN CAFFEINE.

Stabilizing housing in distressed and tipping point areas is important, but a vibrant neighborhood also requires thriving, local businesses

FAVORITE MOVIE: STAR TREK INTO DARKNESS

The loss of population and jobs. Over the years of my practice Toledo has lost 20% of its population. We need jobs and a business friendly environment.

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University of Toledo 1997 Masters of Public Administration

EDUCATION: Waite High School,

The Twelve Inc. 5330 Heatherdowns Blvd., Toledo, Ohio, Director of Special Projects

BOB VASQUEZ

and attended one year at Eastern Michigan University.

EDUCATION: E.L. Bowsher High School 1986,

CHRIS VARWIG Gift Shop Manager at the Library Gift Shop

EDUCATION: Roy C. Start High School Class of 1993

RANDALL PARKER Pastor of Manifested Word Church in Toledo

Baylor University, BS in Education,1985 Marygrove College, Masters in Education, 2003 Martha Holden Jennings Scholar, 2009. 2013

EDUCATION: Bedford High School, 1978

Social Studies Teacher at Northview

PERRY LEFEVRE

Communications degree at Owens Community College—I will graduate in the spring of 2014.

EDUCATION: I am currently working towards a

TINA L. HENOLD Wife and Mother

University of Toledo BS Resources Management 2006, UT masters program in poli sci & law have not graduated

EDUCATION: Lee Senior HS, Marianna AR, 1995,

AJI GREEN Manager at Advanced Engineering

Mr. Fingers was not available for comment.

University of Toledo BS- Criminal Justice; 1993 University of Toledo Master of Education ( M. Ed) In Counselor Education; Education Specialist (Ed. S.) in School Psychology. 2003

EDUCATION: Whitmer 1988,

Retired School Psychologist 2009 Private Practice Educational Consulting Business

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I have worked with youth and their families for over 25 years. I am passionate about education because, in my opinion, it is the foundation for a community and society. A school district is also the greatest economic driver for a city.

I have been asked by board members, superintendents, administration, staff, and many parents from across the district to run for the school board, and I feel this is the right time to do so.

I believe that the board needs someone who understands that the community input plays an important part in the success of our children’s education

Zero tolerance. It is the responsibility of the Principal to make sure all children have a learning environment in which they can thrive.

The most crucial issues facing TPS are financial stability, relevant and effective curriculum, and raising the performance of the underperforming schools. We also need to implement an effective marketing initiative in order to ensure that the public is aware of the opportunities that are available at Toledo Public Schools.

We need to remain vigilant regarding our present safety measures and implement other procedures as necessary.

GUILTY PLEASURE: LISTENING TO MUSIC ON MY PHONE

Both are being addressed by training all staff to recognize and intervene immediately into incidents of bullying.

We must follow existing anti –bullying policies and establish a culture that encourages respect for everyone.

I have the kind of education, experience and skills needed to be an effective Board member. I have demonstrated that I possess the leadership skills that are valuable to the school district during these challenging times. I have a vision for the future demonstrated by helping to initiate the Transformation Plan.

I am a TPS graduate, sent my child to TPS, dedicated over 15 years to our school district, created educational opportunities for our children, pushed for a parent seat at the Board of Education meetings, and am a positive person who wants progress in public education.

We need to remain vigilant regarding our Bullying has been a major concern of TPS Parent Congress which I am a part present safety measures and implement other procedures as necessary. of. TPS Parent Congress is sponsoring Parent Pride week again this year.

Anti-Bullying programs, marches, and educational awareness are the steps GUILTY PLEASURE: TAKE A to address bullying and cyber-bullying. DAY OFF FROM THE WORLD There are many challenges facing Toledo Public Schools: graduation rates, early education, financial stability, as well as the negative perception that is in the community with regards to TPS.

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Again I believe we need someone with new ideas and who is actively out in our communities to sit on the board to implement and support ideas that will make our children top priority

My 28-year educational career gives me the skills and knowledge to confront the TPS’ challenges as a board member. I am very familiar with the rapidly developing changes in Ohio education, especially with the Common Core. Through my labor experiences, I have a much broader understanding of issues than a typical classroom teacher. I have successfully negotiated/collaborated with all educational stakeholders while retaining respect for those across the table, and receiving respect in return.

I would like to have continuous orientations and safety drills implemented in our schools on a quarterly basis so we are always knowledgeable of how to protect and defend our schools.

With the door lock system in place at each building, buzzer entry system, CPO’s in the hallways, Resource Officers at the high schools, and training for our staff, I believe TPS is taking the necessary steps to address these issues.

As someone who has been an active participant in Board Meetings for well over a year, I have shown that my concern is not politically motivated or fleeting. I worked with many others to demand a Performance Audit and then lobbied heavily for implementation.

Provide adequate monitoring and supervision in bully-prone areas (hallways, locker rooms, bathrooms, under stairwells, etc.)

First, statistically, our students are much safer in any public school in our community than they would be out on the streets. With our modern facilities have come numerous safety features that guarantee their continued safety. Where we need to expand is in the area of training our staff and students to respond to all potential crises so that we are prepared for the worst case scenarios.

I would recommend that your readers research A.L.I.C.E. training to get a better understanding of the next level in school response preparedness.

All schools need to have a buzzer at the door and nobody should be permitted entrance without being identified, everyone who is in the building should wear identification at all times, and as part of the daily "beat," TPD needs to come to the schools and walk the halls.

Developing a pattern of continual success for our district which will draw students back to Toledo Public Schools.

First and foremost, we need to improve our graduation rate.

My deep understanding of schools and education and my deep roots in the community make me uniquely qualified to serve on the Board of Education.

Positive Behavior Intervention Supports (PBIS) and Social Emotional Learning (SEL) are programs that are effective for improving school climate and safety, and should be expanded.

I’m fighting hard to make sure that my daughter has the best education possible. I have a track record of being in the community organizing tutoring sessions, and coat drives, and raising money so that children are able to buy uniforms, book bags, and school supplies. They should select me because, as a parent above alI else, I will not make a decision that will adversely affect the overall learning environment for our children.

Why are you qualified to be elected to Toledo City School Board?

Unfortunately, firearms violence in schools has become a much discussed topic lately. Your thoughts.

There should be a zero tolerance policy towards bullying of all kinds. It is the job of everyone working in the schools to be trained to identify such issues. Additionally, as a district we should institute mandatory training programs geared towards assisting teachers, principals, support staff, students, parents, and community partners in identifying types of bullying and how best to address issues that aid in creating a GUILTY PLEASURE: MACALLAN 25 safe learning environment.

To address bullying effectively will require a comprehensive plan that shines a bright light on the topic— opens it up for constant discussion.

How do you plan to address bullying and cyber-bullying?

GUILTY PLEASURE: SAN MARCO’S

Providing children with the education they need in order to become responsible citizens who have the skills needed to achieve their dreams through hard work and perseverance.

Three most important issues affecting TPS is the retention of students, improving underperforming schools, and passing a levy that is drastically needed.

GUILTY PLEASURE: CHIPOTLE

GUILTY PLEASURE: STEPHEN KING NOVELS

Since becoming active in my neighborhood association a few years ago, I have become much more interested in giving back to the Toledo community.

I began attending School Board meetings last year because after working nationally and statewide to make a difference in our communities, I realized that the biggest difference can be made locally.

I am a father who wants the best education for my daughter. I am a husband to a wife who is a 3rd grade teacher, and understand the challenges teachers face in educating our children. I’ve always had a passion for being in the community helping those less fortunate in our schools. I would like to make a greater difference in our schools. People saw the good work I was doing in the community and thought that my talents would be better served on the Board of Education.

GUILTY PLEASURE: TEA SNOB

Improving educational outcomes for all students- this requires particular attention to the achievement gap.

What is the biggest challenge facing Toledo Public Schools?

We have a new and energetic superintendent and many community partnerships well underway I believe will make a difference. I am excited about Schools as Hubs, The Cradle to Career movement, Aspire, and the potential of Promise Neighborhoods. Now is the time for me to put my 30 years of educational experience and my passion for the community to work for the transformation of our schools.

What motivated you to run for the school board?

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Bell: Probably the most perplexing fall from grace Collins: in the history of City Politics. Recruited to beat Carty due to his ninety per cent approval rating in oh nine, he could only muster twenty seven per cent of the vote as an incumbent Mayor in this year’s Primary. This D-turned-Independent is likeable, charismatic, and completely Republican in his policies. With no D in the race, will labor Ds forget his support for SB 5 two years ago?

His seeming meteoric rise was fueled by the fact that two Ds split over fifty five per cent of the vote to let him sneak into second place in the Primary. Loved by big labor, supported by the state Democratic Party that has no D in the race and that really, really hates Bell for his closeness to Guvnah John Kasich. Will central City Ds forgive his claim that there is no racial profiling in Toledo?

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Ford:

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Martinez:

THIS IS DEMOCRACY Smilin’ Jack the Sleepy Walrus could stay in bed the whole election season and still win a seat on Council. Sure he got beat as an incumbent in oh five, but that was Carty, this is now. He was deep inside the recent mash up within the Democratic Party that threatened to tear it apart, and openly campaigns with Republicans and Independents, but he has suddenly turned into Teflon Jack.

None of this will stick to him.

Pulled a November surprise in oh nine by slipping from seventh in the Primary to sixth in the General Election and winning a seat. Needs to do same this year to keep it, but it’ll be a bit tougher this time ‘round.

Most labor unions supported him then, but his anti-labor votes mean most of that support has disappeared. Now favored by big business. Can’t figure out why.

Ludeman: Has skirted municipal term limits be

Labor’s darling, organizer for the electricians’ union, appointed to fill seat vacated by laborers’ union business manager Phil Copeland after he was elected County Recorder. He couldn’t win the District 3 seat two years ago, and has a real challenge to rise from eighth in the Primary to the top six to get elected this year. As in, it has never been done since the current Council format was created in nineteen ninety three. Can he do what’s never been done?

PRETEND THIS IS A DEMOCRACY!

jumping from a District seat to Councilman At Large, and has thus been on Council for eighteen of the past twenty years. Seems a sure bet for another four. Even though, in all that time, we can’t point to a single accomplishment or initiative coming from his office. Which means nothing he has ever tried has failed.

Spang:

The real Primary surprise. Unless you consider that she has been supported by long-time Councilman Rob Ludeman. And that she’s a Republican savvy enough to bolt the Stainbrook-led Party and declare her “Independent”s. She still got enough R votes in a low turnout election that magnified their importance but talked enough like a D to fool a diehard. Also surely got votes from women with no female Ds on the ballot to choose from. Right place, right time.

Sykes:

Longtime elected member of the School Board plus lots of other appointed boards in the community, largely because that was one of his roles in his job at Fifth Third Bank before he retired. Now testing his hand at legislating. This former pugilist rarely plays nice in the sandbox, and would add a note of chaos if elected. Which seems likely, unless labor’s push to paint him as anti-labor has any impact. Which it didn’t in the Primary.

Steel:

Former School Board President, now member of Council. Supporter of the Arts, author of the Complete Streets policy for the City, champion of sustainability and labor rights. Has somehow won the support of both the progressive and labor sides of the Democratic Party.

Mebbe the fact that he teaches critical thinking as his day job helps approach Council business. Just kidding

Gabriel:

Enright:

Nowak:

Lawyer from Point Place. Has repeatedly blamed the loss of Toledo population over the past four decades on Toledo City Council. Seems to have missed that every city in America has lost population to its surrounding suburbs over that time. Seems to have self-esteem problems, noting in his literature that he doesn’t want your first vote, but begs for your sixth.

Jimmy, if you aren’t good enough to be numero uno, you just aren’t good enough, period.

Celusta:

Once worked for a carryout and gas station chain, left job when they moved outta town.

Blames Council. Drops names of all the politicians his grandpa, Toledo Mayor fifty years ago, knew. Went to the house in North Toledo his family left decades ago to blame Council for abandoning houses in his old neighborhood. It never occurs to him to take responsibility. We wonder who he’ll blame when he loses the election.

Delaney:

Former owner of bar notorious for refusing to enforce the state smoking ban. After voters overwhelming passed the ban, he claimed he didn’t trust the voters. Spends lots of time talking about what he is against, doesn’t seem to have much vision of what he’s for. Says he’ll be a perpetual “No” vote on Council.

Which is exactly what we trust a majority of voters will say to him on Election Day. “No.”

IS DEMOCRACY Carty took his former Chief of Staff and lifelong Republican under his wing and a strong Primary showing was the result. Like Spang, hid behind the “Independent” disguise and benefited from being one of only two women on the ballot. She’s been a lifer in public employment and served as a union president to boot. Sez she wants to help seniors, doesn’t have concrete plans as to how Council can do so. Should probably run for the Area Office on Aging board instead.

Nestor:

Second time candidate for Council, soon to be a two-time loser, having lost two years ago in the Primary. Says Council should upgrade the water and sewer infrastructure, something they voted to do earlier this year. Basically makes lots of proposals for things that have already been done. We wonder if he intends to take credit for them even though he won’t be on Council.

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Vasquez:

Only incumbent on ballot. President during major budget cuts, pushed the development of the performance audit and transformation plan. Some of those actions angered the teachers’ union, and they succeeded in keeping him from the endorsement of the Democratic Party. It will hardly matter. Finished first four years ago, will again this year.

Henold:

Tea Party favorite, homeschooled her kids, now wants to lead the very institution she wouldn’t send them to. Claimed she would support teaching ancient creation mythology in biology classes, now denies she said it. Thinks Romania was Communist when she lived there ten years ago, which was a decade after it became a Democratic Republic. Enough ink wasted on this whackadoo.

Fingers: Somehow got enough signatures to

get on the ballot, has rarely been seen or heard from since.

We’ve heard rumors he works under Stainbrook on the Republican side of the Board of Elections, but is basically a Democrat in his politics. Doesn’t campaign, doesn’t seem to care if he wins, so why should we?

Taylor-Gerken:

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The answer to a basic City Politics trivia question. Only twice since ninety three has someone finished in the top six in the Primary and failed to finish in the top six in the General. Who finished sixth in September only to lose in November both those times? Now you know. A lifer employee in TPS, now setting her sights where they have a better chance of success. Endorsed by labor and the Party, should win this time around in a race of mediocrity.

Parker:

A minister, gives a great stump speech about children and uplift and neighborhoods and development and the schools.

Like most sermons, these speeches make you feel really good inside. Until you try to figure out the substance behind the rhetoric and are left speechless. A product of TPS, will voters overlook the possibility of church and state separation problems if they elect a minister to the seat?

Lefevre:

Head of the teachers’ union in Sylvania Schools, lives in South Toledo. Active in his neighborhood association and his kids’ TPS PTO. A champion of curriculum reform, workplace rights and early childhood education. Doesn’t seem to be much of a campaigner, but would most likely make a really good Board member. Which probably means nothing if he doesn’t ratchet it up in the next two weeks ‘til E Day.

Varwig:

Longtime leader of parent organization in TPS, strong supporter of the schools, now backed by most major unions. Also longtime registered Republican, so not endorsed by Democratic Party, didn’t seek R endorsement. Well known in her South Toledo base, barely recognized in rest of City. All this throws her election up in the air. Where she lands, nobody knows.

Green:

Lost school board race in oh nine, lost Council race two years ago, setting his sights lower again.

Should have cut his losses. Ticked lots of people off during the Council race, has received no endorsements from labor and was not endorsed by the Democratic Party this year.

Has the same chance of winning as an ice cube in a sauna.

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DeBacker: Former owner of Sufficient Grounds

coffee shops, now a lawyer. Champion of small business and justice for women, especially victims of domestic violence. Impressive resume, got the highest rating by her fellow lawyers, would add another needed female voice to the Muni bench. If anyone actually paid attention to these races, would have a good chance. Still might win, given she’s the only D and the two Rs might split the vote.

Port Authority Renewal Levy

The Port Authority is arguably the biggest engine for job creation in the region. Their focus on the transportation assets in the area is only part of the story. They also have a number of funding streams to help businesses start up and grow. Current projects include the reclamation of the former Jeep plant and a new intermodal dock area in East Toledo. A renewal levy is not a new tax, and will not increase your existing tax. Geez oh man, this renewal is important for Toledo’s future!

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Phillips: Veteran of the US military, now a lawyer extremely active in community organizations. Endorsed

by Toledo Police Patrolman’s Association. Barely lost race for County bench last year, should still have a strong voting base. Will it be strong enough to peel votes from Lanzinger? Probably. Strong enough to win? Probably not.

Lanzinger:

Veteran, son of Ohio Supreme Court justice, worked in State Attorney General’s office. Lost handily in twenty eleven, appointed to seat by Guvnah Kasich recently, now has the advantage of campaigning as “Judge” Lanzinger. All else being equal, could be a shoo-in for the seat. The presence of fellow Republican Phillips in the race means all things aren’t, in fact, equal. The split R vote might allow DeBacker to sneak in.

We did our job,now do your job and

Replacement Levy. The Board of DD provides educational and employment opportunities for folks with developmental disabilities, or, as they like to say, they work to improve these folks’ quality of life. The fact that they do good and important work through places like Lott Industries is undeniable. The ins and outs of the levy are a bit murkier. Rather than seek a renewal, this levy would replace an existing millage with a higher one at twenty thirteen rates, which would translate to a significant increase in funding. Whether that is deserved will be up to y’all, the voters.

Toledo Public Schools Renewal Levy

Everyone talks about the importance of an improved public school system for the future of Toledo. Better schools uplift neighborhoods and help drive economic development. The new Superintendent is a dynamic, energetic product of TPS, the transformation plan is slowly being implemented, and the outlook is brightening. This is a renewal, not a new tax, and essential to the future of the schools and the City.

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Gus Mancy, General Manager of Mancy’s What is your most recent wine discovery? 1961 first growth Bordeaux with a bright cherry nose (just opened it last night).

Have you travelled to wine country and if so, how has it affected you? Yes I love traveling to wine

country but what I’ve realized is that it’s this simple, if you have good fruit you have good wine.

How have your wine tastes evolved? What

I’ve become good at is appreciating different varieties and figuring out who will like what.

How do you work on expanding your

palate? I do a lot of sampling I’d say over the past 5-10 years I try at least 5 new wines every week.

What’s your proudest or most difficult pairing? If I had to pick I’d probably say that lobster

and any chardonnay are going to be a great pairing.

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Jim Sautter, Owner What is your most recent wine discovery?

Nice dry California Rosé’s are great food pairing wines and are wonderfully refreshing year round.

Have you travelled to wine country and if so, how has it affected you? I’ve been out there several times and

through our suppliers we are able to stay in the vineyard homes and we are able to go on VIP tours — we’re not with the crowds.

How do you decide your selection?:

I’ve gotten a lot more adventuresome. I’ve also become much more diverse.

How do you work on expanding your palate? It

depends on whatever mood I’m in. I like to experiment around and just want to try them all.

What’s your proudest or most difficult pairing? A

vintage Tawny Port with a beautiful 74% bittersweet chocolate.

Are you more interested in giving people what they want or giving them a new discovery?

I have some customers who are into Cabernet but maybe I think they would really like some Rioja from Spain or maybe they need to try some Cabs’ from South America.

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Mark Maruszak, Beverage Director What is your most recent wine discovery? A new wine

pouring system called Coravin. The wine never comes in contact with oxygen allowing us to offer nearly 50 wines by the glass to our customers.

Have you travelled to wine country and if so, how has it affected you? I’ve been throughout California, the United Kingdom, and Paris. It’s one thing to read about wine areas in a book, but it’s entirely different to actually visit the place.

How have your wine tastes evolved?:

Personally, I started on the side of sweet white wine, and progressed into bigger, bolder, and more complex wines.

How do you work on expanding your palate?: Frequent and intelligent tastings. It’s one thing to have a glass of wine simply to have a glass of wine; it’s altogether different when you actually begin to analyze the glass.

What is your proudest or most difficult pairing?: One of the biggest challenges that can

be tricky is when two diners, who’ve ordered drastically different meals, would like one pairing to match both entrees.

How do you decide your selection?

Are you more interested in giving people what they want, or giving them a new discovery? I first figure out

what type of wine they’re looking for, and then I try to recommend something new that they may not have experienced yet.

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Steve MacMillan, Restaurant Manager What is your most recent wine discovery? Buena Vista wine. Originates

in California It’s complex, bold body, and smooth.

Have you travelled to wine country and if so, how has it affected you? I have not yet… I have always wanted to, and will.

How have your wine tastes evolved? I have come from only being

able to tell the difference from sweet or dry, to being able to distinguish the under and overtones.

How do you work on expanding your palate? I would suggest to just keep

trying different wines and really tasting them.

What’s your proudest or most difficult pairing? Our wine tastings

normally consist of a 6 course dinner with a lot of unique ingredients. I would say these are the most difficult, but also the most proud pairings that we offer.

Are you more interested in giving people what they want or giving them a new discovery? I try to balance

our selection with popular items that everyone can enjoy and mixing in some wines that may be outside of the general comfort zone.

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THE ANDERSON’S MARKET

Jim Heltebrake, Wine Guru at The Anderson’s What is your most recent wine discovery? Icardi made with a Cortese grape, it’s a Northern Italian dry white wine $9.99.

Have you travelled to wine country and if so, how has it affected you? Yes, I’ve been to France, Spain,

Italy, Germany, California, Oregon, New York, Michigan and Ohio. It gave me a much deeper understanding of all of the different parts of the winemaking process.

How have your wine tastes evolved? I’ve tasted over 60,000 different wines; I’ve been at Anderson’s for over 19 years. You start with a basic understanding but then develop a more keen sense of distinguishing the subtleties and differences.

How do you work on expanding your palate?

Constantly tasting, judging and comparing -- I’ve tried over 500 wines so far just this year.

What’s your proudest or most difficult pairing? A Spanish Albariño; dry white wine paired

with shrimp, mussels and Moroccan spices.

How do you decide your selection? Are you more interested in giving people what they want or giving them a new discovery? First is quality of the wine; Then value. We don’t care where it comes from or what the price is -- quality always makes our shelves.

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Brian Welborn, Manager What is your most recent wine discovery? Altos Las Hormigas Malbec Have you travelled to wine country and if so, how has it affected you? Wine country is all about the best America has to offer — we incorporate that here at Rockwells.

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your palate? My staff does all of our tastings and they typically are able to select something they know the customers will like.

What’s your proudest or most difficult pairing? Roasted ostrich

breast paired with a Rodney Strong Jane Vineyard Reserve Pinot Noir.

How do you decide your selec-

tion? Are you more interested in giving people what they want or giving them a new discovery? At

Rockwells we’re more interested in giving the people what they want. We have a classic steakhouse wine list — very domestic red heavy. But we also incorporate old world wine in our list.

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PAULA BROWN SHOP

Peter Brown, Owner What is your most recent wine discovery? Barnett Vineyards and Pride Mountain Vineyards.

Have you travelled to wine country and if so, how has it affected you? Yes, it helps us understand

the wine culture by getting some one on one treatment. We’ve been able to visit some vineyards in Napa and we’ve decided to bring more of those wines back here.

How do you work on expanding your palate? Drinking, reading

and talking with our customers.

What’s your proudest or most difficult pairing? The toughest

thing is probably with Mexican food — with Mexican I like a sparkling wine.

How do you decide your selection? Are you more interested in giving people what they want or giving them a new discovery? We try to get high quality

wines that you won’t find just anywhere.

We don’t sell most of the stuff you find at a grocery store. We try and hit all different aspects and listen to our customers.

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FINAL CUT STEAKHOUSE & SEAFOOD

Jason Leither, Food and Beverage Manager What is your most recent wine discovery? Seghesio Zinfandel

from Sonoma California. It has a lush dark berry flavor, followed by a velvety mouth feel

Have you travelled to wine country and if so, how has it affected you? Unfortunately I have not.

How have your wine tastes evolved? The more types of wine you

try, the more you learn how diverse the flavor profiles of different varietals can be.

How do you work on expanding your palate? Local wine tastings, and product showcases put on by vendors allow for those of us in the industry to try new wines in a fun social environment.

What’s your proudest or most difficult pairing? Spicy foods are often more difficult to pair wine with. I prefer a Red Zinfandel. The low tannins and bright fruit flavors contrast the flavors usually found in spicy dishes.

How do you decide your selection? Are you more interested in giving people what they want or giving them a new discovery? The selections

allow a guest to order something they are familiar with, or they can explore the interactive iPad wine list and try something new.

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Balancing act

Balance debuts new snack line and fall menu

By Alia Orra When Prakash Karamchandani took the floor at last month's Toledo iteration of TEDx, he was one of the event's most controversial speakers.

His opening line?

"I'm from Balance—we're the caterers," he told the crowd of tech entrepreneurs, ad agency designers, philanthropists and engineers. "And we brought fast food."

Karamchandani and his business partner, Hochan Jang, co-own Balance Pan-Asian Grille, a growing restaurant group that emphasizes woks over microwaves. While fast food has become something of a dirty word among the young and engaged crowds that frequent TEDx conferences, the owners of Balance, University of Toledo grads, are gearing up to debut a new fall menu and to unveil a snack line that aims to turn the idea of pre-packaged, pre-fab food on its head.

They're also venturing into new territory with a pre-packed snack line that will come wrapped in recyclable, compostable materials. Ingredients are sourced locally where feasible, like kale for kale chips from Ohlman Farm on Hill Ave and certain fruits in a nut and dried fruit mix. The products will be sold at Balance restaurants as well as Health Foods by Claudia on Secor Rd. Karmachandani is hoping for distribution in additional local markets as well.

Fast but healthy

Concept of change

"Fast food is a market driven force. People want food fast, to go," Karamchandani says. "[But] fast and healthy don't have to be mutually exclusive.

You can have both. It just takes a different way of looking at it."

The Balance fall menu and snack line debuted Monday, October 21 at their Maumee and Sylvania locations and features soups and noodle dishes that reflect the shift in season, as well as their tongue-in-cheek humor (one new dish is called "miso hardy"). The more hearty items include a butternut squash soup and cold soba noodle salad. Singapore Noodles, another potential standout, play up what they say is a more intensely IndoChinese direction for their cuisine, with yellow curry sauteed into egg and rice noodles that's "got a great chewy texture to it," Karamchandani says.

Balance’s new fall menu puts an innovative spin on heathy “fast-food”

The two say they cull many of their ideas from their customers via social media. "We ask for [customer feedback] actively," Karamchandani says. "The whole concept of Balance is to constantly be changing, because food is always changing."

Though more additions to the restaurant are planned, Karamchandani is remaining tight-lipped. He will, however, elaborate on his most recent victories. "To get invited to cater TEDx was one of the top five biggest honors I've ever received at Balance," he says. "To be of that caliber for people who understand what we're trying to do [is great]."

For information on locations and hours, visit balancegrille.com. 5860 W. Central Ave., Toledo. 419-578-7777. 514 The Blvd., Maumee.

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Building community Start Up Toledo is at it again—they are hosting an informative event with Scott Delaney of Avalon Sustainability at Manhattan’s Restaurant in Uptown. Focused on making your property sustainable, Avalon has been growing since their inception in 2008. They strive to build partnerships between Scott Delaney (r) with themselves and businesses to better serve the community— from urban gardens to bio-charged soil. Avalon Sustainability is making Michael Burford (l) the world a better place one garden at a time. Thursday, October 24. 6:30pm.

Manhattan’s, 1516 Adams St. 419-243-6675. startuptoledo.com. Free lecture. —GMK

ObchodząPolska (Celebrate Poland)

Celebrate Toledo's rich Polish heritage by taking part in the 23rd annual Harvest Festival, Dozynki. The festival is the perfect place to bring your appetite, as it features many old-world recipes that everyone craves. Each tier of the food pyramid will be highlighted from succulent kielbasa to sugary desserts such as coffee and apple cake. Polish teas and coffee will also be available. The day will feature fantastic live entertainment from Millie's Polka Band and the Echoes of Poland Dancers. Proceeds from the festival benefit the alliance's Dom Dziecka (children's home) and the PACT TPA Scholarship Fund. Sunday, October 27. 12:30pm. $30. Franciscan Center at Lourdes University, 6832 Convent Blvd. 419-824-3975. —MLR

For the benefit of the Black Kite

A true neighborhood meeting spot, Black Kite Coffee & Pies has been a cornerstone of the recent Old West End revival since opening in 2012. Unfortunately, business has taken a hit due to seemingly never-ending construction on Collingwood Blvd that has deterred customers from navigating the torn up roadway. Don’t miss a group of musicians that support the Black Kite as they perform an all-day free concert called “Being for the benefit of the Black Kite (Not quite Woodstock)”. The event will feature Ben Miller (winner of the Black Swamp Blues competition), Tim Healy, Mike Steele and many more. The performers are all musicians who have previously performed at the Black Kite and support its place in the community. Free, with suggested donation. Black Kite Coffee, 2499 Collingwood Blvd. Event is on Sunday, October 27 from 10am-5pm. Black Kite Coffee & Pies hours are, Monday-Friday, 7am-7pm; Saturday, 9am-5pm; Sunday, 10am-5pm. 419-720-5820. blackkitecoffee.com—GMK

Wheeling toward a cause

With the holiday season rapidly approaching and feast-planning underway, there are, unfortunately, still many who go without. Join Mobile Meals of Toledo Inc. as they host the 26th Annual Wine Gala to benefit Meals on Wheels, which helps bring Toledoans food year-round. Attendees will enjoy a gourmet dinner served up by top area chefs during a silent auction, featuring gift certificates and locally-crafted art and jewelry. The night will also include a live auction highlighted by private-seller, large-format vertical wines unavailable to the general public. Benefitting the city since 1967, Mobile Meals of Toledo., Inc., has delivered nourishing food to those whose nutritional needs might otherwise go unmet. Enjoy a wine-soaked night of food, dancing, and live music.

Saturday, November 2. 6-11pm. $150/$175 patron, black tie optional. Stranahan Great Hall, 4645 Heatherdowns.

419-255-7806. Tickets can be purchased online at mobilemeals.org until October 28.—MLR

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tastings Thursdays, 10.24 & 10.31

Wine & Cheese Tastings at Treo Treo Restaurant

Every Thursday, sample unique wines and cheeses.

Patrons will try four different wines, including some off-list choices, and snack on a fresh cheese platter, a worldwide assortment picked daily. 6pm. $15. 5703 Main St., Sylvania. 419-882-2266. treosylvania.com

Thursdays, 10.24 & 10.31

Beer Tastings Denny’s Beer & Wine Cave

Check out beer tastings on Thursday evenings, featuring new brews every week. 7-9pm. $10. 4400 Heatherdowns. 419-214-0101. thebeerandwinecave.com

Wednesday & Thursday, 10.23 & 10.24

Crème de la Crème Paula Brown Shop

Join us for a French Trunk Show featuring porcelain cookware, linens and skin care products, also enjoy French foods prepared by Savory Sweet paired with select French Wines.

10.23, 5-7pm. 10.24 10am-5pm. 912 Monroe St., Toledo. 419-241-8100 paulabrownshop.com Free

Thursday, 10.24

Spirits Tasting: Autumn Beers & Ales Café Terrace Room at Toledo Museum of Art

Enjoy four autumnal tastings and lights snacks.

6:30-8:30pm. $20 members/$30 nonmembers. 2445 Monroe St., Toledo. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org

Friday, 10.25

Wine Tasting: Hallo-wine Toledo Museum of Art Glass Pavilion

Enjoy a fantastic selection of wines and light snacks.

6:30-8:30pm. $20 members/$30 nonmembers. 2445 Monroe St., Toledo. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org

Saturday, 10.26

Black Teas Elaine’s Tea Shoppe

Black teas have been shown in recent studies to promote cardiovascular health, from reduced risk of stroke and heart attack, to lowering blood pressure and promoting healthier cholesterol levels. Learn to navigate the world of black tea. 2pm. Each class is $10, or take all 3 classes for just $25 3115 W. Sylvania Ave., Toledo. 419-885-1515. wildorchidteas.com

Tuesday, 10.29

The Orin Swift Effect Corks Wine Bar

Enjoy an evening of wine, hosted by Mike Harvey of Vanguard Wines. The night will feature a tasting of six wines, each paired with a delicious sit down sixcourse meal, prepared by Cork’s owner and partner Nancy DeTomaso. Reservations required. Tax and gratuity not included. 7:30pm. $75. 4084 Erie Street, Downtown Willoughby. 440-918-9463. corkswinebar.com

Saturday, 11.2

Green Teas Elaine’s Tea Shoppe

Green teas have some of the highest antioxidant levels and can reduce the risk of cancers, help you lose weight and stay younger inside and out! Come taste the freshness of green tea! 2pm. Each class is $10, or take all 3 classes for just $25.00. 3115 W. Sylvania Ave., Toledo. 419-885-1515. wildorchidteas.com

Wednesday, 11.6

Wine Tasting Manhattan’s Restaurant

Enjoy a fantastic sampling of wine. 6:30pm. $20. 1516 Adams St. 419-243-6673. manhattanstoledo.com

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culinary Wednesday, 10.23

European Harvest Wine Dinner Manhattan’s Restaurant

Attendees will enjoy a delicious tapas style appetizer opener, followed by a five-course dinner. Each course is perfectly paired with a European old world style red wine, and a champagne dessert finale. Price includes tax and gratuity. Reservations required. 6:30pm. $70.

1516 Adams St. 419-243-6673. manhattansrestaurant.com

Thursday, 10.24

StartUp Toledo Manhattan’s Restaurant

Join StartUp Toledo and Avalon Sustainability as they try to make the world a better place one garden at a time.

6:30pm. 1516 Adams St. 419-243-6673. startuptoledo. com. See pg. 25 for more information.

Friday, 10.25

4th Annual Zombie Bar Crawl Uptown

The dead shall rise again! Dress in your bloodiest attire and join the zombie hordes attacking Adams Street’s local bars, along with food tents and zombie make-up stations. 8:30pm-2:30am. Adams St. (between 12th and 22nd). uptowntoledo.org See page 6

Friday, 10.26

Chili Cookoff Majestic Oak Winery

Warm up while tasting delicious chili recipes, and vote for your favorite! Noon-4pm. $10 to join/$5 to taste and vote. 13554 Mohler Rd., Grand Rapids, Oh. 419-875-6474. majesticoakwinery.com

Sunday, 10.27

Classic Crusts Williams Sonoma

Learn the tricks of master chefs during Williams Sonoma’s complimentary technique classes. Using a step-by-step approach, learn how to mold the perfect pie crusts. Reservations required. 11am-Noon.

5001 Monroe St. 419-475-6368. williams-sonoma.com. Free

Sunday, 10.27

68th Annual Lebanese Dinner

St. George Antiochian Orthodox Cathedral

The Ladies Benevolent Society of St. George Cathedral will prepare traditional Lebanese meals and pastries, including meat pies, grape leaves, baklawa and more.

Noon-7pm. Adults, $15; children, $8. 3754 Woodley Rd. 419-475-7054.

Friday, 11.1

33rd Annual Middle Eastern Dinner St. Elias Antiochian Orthodox Church

Enjoy a day of delicious Middle Eastern food, complete with kaftan, grape leaves, falafel and more. The day will feature handmade collectibles like candles, jewelry and woodcrafts. There will also be a large bake sale.

Bring the whole family! 10am-8pm. 4940 Harroun Rd., Sylvania. 419-882-4037. steliasofsylvania.org

Saturday, 11.2

26th Annual Wine Gala Stranahan Great Hall

Benefit Meals on Wheels and indulge yourself with an evening of appetizers, a wine tasting, a sit-down dinner, and a live band. 6-11pm. $150. 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd. 419-255-7806. mobilemeals.org.

See pg. 25 for more information.

Sunday, 11.3

Swap Toledo Ottawa Tavern

Join Swap Toledo, as they help fill up your winter wardrobe with proceeds benefitting the SeaGate Food Bank. Exchange clothes, jewelry and accessories, enjoy live music and signature cocktails. Swappers are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items and unopened toiletries. 5-8pm. $5/5+ non-perishable food items. 1817 Adams St. 419-725-5483. otavern.com. See pg. 43 for more information.

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film events

Saturday, October 26

Double Feature: Rocky Horror Picture Show and Repo: The Genetic Opera Two

campy horror-musical cult classics come to the Ohio Theatre . There will be a costume contest between shows. 9pm. $10/show, VIP $25. The Ohio Theatre, 3114 Lagrange St. 419-720-8952. ohiotheatretoledo.org

Saturday, November 2

Haunted: A Ghost Hunter’s Investigation into the Paranormal This

paranormal investigation documentary is part of a discussion on the plausibility of ghosts. Snacks and beverages are available. 5-6pm. Francis Family YMCA, 2000 Dean Rd., Temperance. 419-410-6779. Free.

Monday, November 4

The Diving Bell and the Butterfly This

Academy Award-winning film follows a writer after a massive stroke leaves him only able to communicate by blinking. 8pm. Launch Pad Cooperative, 911 Jefferson Ave. launchpadcooperative.com Free.

“All My Friends Are Funeral Singers” directed by Tim Rutili (2009): Lemme ask ya somethin’: how ya not gonna pick up a DVD with a title like that? And, surprise!, the movie is as odd as the title implies. A wonderful little film that tells the story of Zel, a fortune teller, who lives at the edge of the woods with lots of ghosts.

The ghosts rebel when they discover they’re trapped, and the fun ensues. The icing on the cake is the group Califone (a highly under-rated band from Chicago), playing a musical band of ghosts, singing, playing and raisin’ the roof throughout the film. Have some fun—watch this.—SJA

World war blues

Though not as well known in America as some of his contemporaries like the beloved and prolific Akira Kurosawa, Keisuke Kinoshita was one of the most popular and critically-acclaimed directors in postwar Japan. BGSU will screen this foreign master’s most touching drama, Tragedy of Japan, the story of a mother, working as a maid and struggling to keep her family together as her upstart children long for better days and the finer things in life. The war was over, but the clash between east and west raged on in the heart of her family. The film will conclude BGSU’s celebration of Kinoshita’s work, the 2013 Japan Foundation Film Festival. Monday, October 28. 7:30pm. Gish Theater, Hanna Hall, BGSU Campus, 1600 E. Wooster St., Bowling Green. 419-372-2222. bgsu.edu/departments/theatrefilm. Free.

An afternoon with Vincent and Edgar

When it comes to the creepy-cool feeling of All Hallows Eve, few personalities have captured the spirit of the season as well as macabre master poet Edgar Allen Poe, and actor of the abattoir Vincent Price. Price starred in several films in the late 50’s and early 60’s loosely based on Poe’s poems and short stories. The finest of those gothic chiller films was probably The Fall of the House of Usher, with lush costuming, a script by horror master Richard Matheson, and of course Mr. Price’s velvet voice. Way Public Library will screen this horror classic on Thursday, October 31. 2pm. Way Public Library, 101 E. Indiana Ave. Perrysburg. 419874-3135. waylibrary.info. Free.

In memoriam

Nearly 70 years after the end of WWII, it's easier than ever to forget the global impact of the Holocaust. Every year fewer Holocaust survivors remain, so to immortalize their histories Maumee Valley Country Day School will screen Bearing Witness: The Voices of Our Survivors, a documentary by filmmaker Heather Elliot-Famularo which centers on the histories of local Toledo Holocaust Survivors.

The film will tie into the Bearing Witness photograph exhibition (details on pg.32), and the screening will be followed by a Q&A reception with the director, as well as still photographer Dena Eber. Sunday, November 3. 3:30pm. Millennium Theatre, Maumee Valley Country Day School, 1715 S. Reynolds Rd. 419-381-1313. mvcds.org—JS

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The challenge of a leading lady in Lettice and Lovage By Megan Aherne Jeffrey Albright, the director and a member of the board for The Village Players, saw Lettice and Lovage on Broadway starring its original vehicle, Dame Maggie Smith in the early 1990s. Since then, he has been enamored with the idea of producing the show and recently posed the idea to the other Village Player board members for their season. “I like the message of the play, I like what it says about living life with gusto rather than just being a spoke in the wheel,” Albright says, “It’s beautifully active, it’s funny, it’s touching, it’s something that you can bring anybody to.” The Village Players is presenting this comedy, originally written by renowned playwright Peter Shaffer for a London stage, the first three weekends of November.

The more things change

Lettice and Lovage is a comedy about history and architecture; “a real indictment of sort of a cookie cutter culture, everybody has to be the same and all the buildings have to look the same.

If you look at older cities there’s a lot of interesting architecture and if you look at newer developments, everything is glass, concrete and steel and it really takes a shot at that,” explains Albright.

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land and she ends up sort of revising history to make it more interesting and as a consequence she gets in trouble,” says Albright. Later in the play, the audience learns that, “her take on life is that there are too many people that settle for the ordinary,” explains Albright, “and too many people that just want to get by, rather than living life to its fullest by experiencing art and beauty and exciting things about history.”

A leading lady’s role

The play, which takes place in England in the late 1980s to early 90s, was written for Dame Maggie Smith to play the lead of Lettice Douffet. Albright wanted to cast this production with mature actors and believes he found the most elite actresses in the area who effectively fill and compliment Dame Maggie’s shoes.

“Barbara Barkan, who plays Lettice in this play, was also in The Dinner Party, which was presented by the Players in January of 2013. When I was speaking with an interviewer about that play, and I was talking about the cast, when I spoke about Barbara I referred to her as the Maggie Smith of Toledo,” Albright says, “Maggie Smith is a force to be reckoned with onstage and on film and she’s one of those people you really can’t take your eyes off of, she’s so interesting and Barbara is really that kind of actress.”

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Damefight

theater events

Thursday, October 24

Hello Dolly

This beloved romantic comedy follows Dolly Levin, a matchmaker in search of her own perfect, wealthy match. Featuring Sally Struthers as Dolly. Runs until Sunday, October 27.

8pm. $28-58. Stranahan Theater, 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd. 419-381-8851. theaterleague.com

Barkan(l) and Capucini(r) ready for the curtain’s rise The rest of the cast includes Lotte Schoen as Cindy Bilby; Joe Capucini as Mr. Bardolph; Samanthia Rousos as Miss Framer and Bill Perry as Surly Man. In a world of differences one has to be able to find the happy medium. “This play takes two people who are fully opposed to one another in the beginning and the audience watches their journey as they learn to listen to one another and to talk to one another civilly. They’re both changed when we leave them—it’s a valuable lesson of how people who disagree with one another can learn to communicate,” says Albright.

Lettice and Lovage will run Friday, November 1 through Saturday, November 16. 8pm.

The Village Players, 2740 Upton Ave. 419-472-6817. $14-$16, for tickets visit thevillageplayers.org

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The Mousetrap cast set their snares Friday, October 25

The Mousetrap

Agatha Christie's long-running whodunit is the quintessential murder mystery play. A group of strangers trapped in mansion must discover the killer amongst them, with a twist ending no one will see coming. Performances will be in the Studio A Theatre. Runs through Sunday, October 27. 8pm Friday-Saturday, 2pm Sunday. $20. The Valentine Theatre, 410 Adams St. 419-242-2787. valentinetheatre.com

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Ragin’ in the sun

Bowling Green’s Department of Theater and Film is pulling out all the stops with this year’s theater season. BGSU students will perform Bruce Norris’s acclaimed play Clybourne Park, which was awarded both the 2011 Pulitzer Prize for Drama and the 2012 Tony Award for Best Play. The first act of the play is a retort of sorts to Raisin in the Sun, regarding a white Chicago family selling their home to a black family. The second act skips ahead to 2009, when the tables have turned, the titular neighborhood is gentrifying and a white family seeks ownership of the home. 8pm Wednesday, October 23 through Saturday, October 26. 2pm Matinee Saturday, October 26 and Sunday, October 27. Online, $15 for adults, $10 for seniors/non-BGSU students and $1.75 for BGSU students. At the door, $20 for adults and $10 for seniors and children. Thomas B. and Kathleen M. Donnell Theatre, Wolfe Center, BGSU Campus, 1600 E. Wooster St., Bowling Green.

419-372-2222. bgsu.edu/arts.

Salvage tales

The short story may be the most finely-tuned (and hard-to-master-) literary medium. New York Times Best Selling authors are dime-adozen compared to short story masters like Bonnie Jo Campbell, whose highly-acclaimed book, American Salvage, was a 2009 National Book Award in Fiction finalist. Think of her as Kalamazoo, Michigan's successor to Raymond Carver. Campbell will discuss her work at the Mainstage Theatre, and impart her literary wisdom to Owens Students and visitors. Thursday, Oct. 24, 11am. Owens Community College, 30335 Oregon Rd., Perrysburg. 567-661-7000. owens.edu/arts. Free.

A literary exploration of the afterlife

Gotta EAT

Eating disorders, often written off as solely a problem of young women, terrorize many Americans of all ages, genders and races each day. Linda Daugherty’s play EAT (It’s Not About Food) will bring light to these so-called invisible illnesses through a mix of comedy and drama. The teen actors of the Children’s Theatre Workshop will portray characters suffering from anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and binge-eating disorders in a tight, hour-long play. Friday, October 25 and Saturday, October 26. 8pm both days, also 2pm Saturday. $3 for students with valid student ID, $6 for seniors, $8 for adults. Tansey-Zimmerman Theatre, Collingwood Arts Center, 2413 Collingwood Blvd. 419-244-2787. ctwtoledo.org—JS

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To believers and detractors alike, ghosts offer an endless source of fascination. Just in time for the bewitching season, author and ghost hunter John Kachuba will bring his phantasmal expertise to the table.

The award-winning writer will visit the Way Public Library Tuesday, October 29, to discuss his experiences. Kachuba is best known for his supernatural material, both fiction and nonfiction, which he approaches with a mix of skepticism and wonder. His latest book, Ghosthunting Ohio, explores over 25 reportedly haunted areas, including local spots the Collingwood Arts Center and Fort Meigs. Books are available at his website, jkachuba.com. 6:30pm. Way Public Library, 101 E. Indiana Ave., Perrysburg. 419-874-3135. waylibrary.info Free.—RA

John Kachuba, Ghost Hunter

“My Dirty Dumb Eyes” by Lisa Hanawalt (2013):

One has to seriously wonder, if Ms. Hanawalt didn’t express herself so well through her art, would she be considered a psychopath . . . or maybe she is - more power to her. Regardless, this stuff is funny.

Not quite a “graphic novel,” but more of a sketchpad gone berserk, this collection of movie reviews, sex fantasies, queries into dog needs, etc., Hanawalt’s perspective on the world is truly her own. Her drawings, though primitive, answer questions that all of us have had, like: what would Jeff Goldblum look like as a dinosaur, or “What if a high-heeled moose made fingers out of clay?”. This is hilarious stuff from a warped mind. Thank you, Ms. Hanawalt.—SJA

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Colorful decorated altar honors the departed at the Dia de los Muertos celebration

They’re Back

A Toast to the Departed

by Jan Thomas Just on the cusp of Halloween, comes the Latino holiday celebrating Dia de los Muertos (the Day of the Dead.) Not frightening, nor a day of mourning, it’s a mix of celebration and remembrance.

This colorful Mexican tradition is an event of festivities commemorating the lives of friends and family members who have passed away with the belief that the spirits of the dead come alive for one day.

The origins of this modern Mexican holiday date back centuries ago to the Aztec festival dedicated to the goddess of death, Mictecacihuatl, the skeletal Queen of the afterlife, whose role was to keep watch over the bones of the dead (the reason that skulls are an important decoration for this day)

Remembering the Dead

For an authentic Day of the Dead celebration visit the Sofia Quintero Art and Cultural Center (SQACC) on Saturday, November 2 located on 1225 Broadway Street. The public is invited for their 17th annual celebration of Dia de los Muertos in full Mexican tradition with Mexican cuisine, beverages and musical entertainment by Mariachi Loco and DJ, Isaiah Burciaja. Tickets are $40 per person/$75 per couple. Latino art will be displayed and members of the community have assembled elaborate, personal-

ized altars remembering their departed loved ones with flowers, photos, candles, and, of course, favorite foods and possessions of the deceased- maybe even a bottle of tequila to share spirits with the spirits. The artwork and altars will remain on display until Saturday, November 16 and can be viewed at the Center during the hours of 11am-5pm.

The Sofia Quintero Art & Cultural Center is dedicated to promoting aspects of the Latino community by encouraging artistic expression and increasing awareness of the Latino culture. As Joe Balderos, an administrator at the Center explains, “We are safe-keeping our cultural heritage-it is our responsibility. Every culture has their traditions but as people become assimilated into American society they tend to lose their cultural identity and, often, by the fourth generation, the cultural identity is lost.�

The Center also provides basic life skills such as carpentry and gardening and encourages networking opportunities.

Experience and celebrate this rich cultural tradition of Mexico on Dia de los Muertos, the Day of the Dead.

Saturday, November 2, 6-10pm. $40 per person/$75 per couple.

Sofia Quintero Art & Cultural Center, 1225 Broadway. 419-241-1655 for tickets For more info visit sqacc.org

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East Meets West at the TMA

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If you’ve been to the Toledo Museum of Art recently you certainly noticed a distinct Asian theme. Inspired by the dazzling encore showing of Fresh Impressions: Early Modern Japanese Prints currently Susumu Yamaguchi (Japanese, 1897–1982), Mt. Hotaka at Daybreak.

Woodblock print, 1957. Toledo Museum of Art, gift of Edward T. Hi gracing the walls of the Canaday Gallery, the satellite exhibit, Ebb & Flow: Cross-Cultural Prints, continues to map the progression of the shin hanga (new print) movement into the sosaku (creative) and kinai (modern contemporary) movements of Japanese prints. More than one hundred works depict how the exchange of ideas between East and West since 1900 influenced contemporary woodblock printmaking into the 20th century. On view in the Works on Paper Gallery through Sunday, January 5. Free. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org

Five More

The TMA’s collection of 30,000 plus exceptional works of art, now has five more outstanding pieces. Three of the works purchased through the generosity of the Apollo Society, (a group of donors who support the Museum through art acquisition,) consist of two large-scale, three-dimensional installations and a video selection.

Homeless Child 2, by famed British-Nigerian artist Yinka Shonibare, reflects the oppression and helplessness of poverty through a child struggling with the burden of suitcases on his frail back. South African artist Mary Sibande uses her alter ego, Sophie, to critique traditional female and black roles in society in her work, Rubber Soul, Monument of Aspiration. Japanese painter and film artist Takashi Ishida’s visually narrative video, Wall of Sea, alternates images of the ocean and his own ocean drawing.

The two additional pieces purchased by individual Apollo Society members include the handsome wood-carved scroll-like wall hanging, When I Last Wrote to You about Africa... by renowned Nigerian artist El Anatsui and Made in PortoNovo, an oversized mixed media sculpture of a bandstand of musical instruments by African artist Romuald Hazoumé, also of international acclaim. Each of these five additions, found in the contemporary wing of the museum, warrants a trip to see what’s new at the TMA. Free. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255 8000. toledomuseum.org—JT

Friday 25 It's Friday! The TMA's ever-changing combination of events for adults and families, includes free tours, activities, live music, glassblowing demonstrations, wine tastings, and more. Special events include an after-hours flashlight tour at 9pm. Check online for complete schedule.10am9pm. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free

Closing Reception: Everlasting Home/ Ephemeral Archive Launch Pad Cooperative is

holding a closing reception, catalog release and artist talk for Everlasting Home/ Ephemeral Archive by the Troy, NY-based artist, Emily Dorr. Her installations are derived from naturally occurring forms such as swarms, clusters, and murmurations with themes of fertility, the home, traditional customs, childhood and violence. Catalogs will be availablefor $25. 6-9pm. Launch Pad Cooperative, 911 Jefferson Ave. launchpadcooperative.com Free

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Autumn Beauty Paint the Bob Ross waylandscapes with the deep blue of the fall sky as a background, lofty mountains overlooking the splendor of the glorious colors of autumn.

Bring a roll of Bounty/Viva paper towels. All supplies furnished including canvas & a snack.

Hour lunch break on your own. Leader: Pat Gstalder. Limit eight. 8:45am-4:30pm. $50. 577 Foundation, 577 E. Front St., Perrysburg. 419-8720305. 577foundation.org

The Owl & the Woodpecker and Trees: A Photographic Celebration Two new nature

photography exhibitions are at the National Center for Nature Photography featuring the beautiful images of Paul Bannick and Ian Adams. Through Sunday, December 1. 12-5pm. National Center for Nature Photography at Secor Metropark, Central Ave., Holland. 419-407-9757. metroparkstoledo. com Free

The Big Head Ball For those of you who have

lived under a rock for the past 16 years, The Big Head Ball is Toledo's best costume party hands down. (see pg. 36) $10 adv. $15 door.Olive Street Studios, 252 Ottawa St. under the High Level Bridge. facebook.com/oliveststudios

Sunday 3

Veteran's Art Show of Northwest Ohio

Co-sponsored with Way Public Library, PRIZM Creative Community has organized a two month, non-juried exhibit by veterans of any era. Enjoy refreshments, the exhibition of art and memorabilia along with poetry and music and a presentation

by Colonel David W. Taylor. There will be a book signing by Col. Taylor, for his book, “Our War: The History and Sacrifices of an Infantry Battalion in the Vietnam War” and Herbert Dettmer, author of “Others.” This exhibit runs through Friday, January 31, 2014. 2-5pm, Way Public Library, 101 E. Indiana St., Perrysburg. 419-931-8732. myprizm.com Free.

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Friday 1

Homeless Child 2 by Yinka Shonibare, one of the gifts of the Apollo Society

Indigo WaterLily by Sarah Sobel-Poage In the Stillness: quiet moments inspired by the art of nature A solo exhibit by artist

Sarah Sobel-Poage is on display at the Perrysburg Municipal Building. Sobel-Poage's photographs are distinguished by a combination of her artistic talent and use of a unique development process called sublimation to infuse her photographs into aluminum for a breathtaking effect. Her work was recently featured on the cover of Country Living Magazine. Viewing hours are Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm. Through Monday, December 16.

Perrysburg Municipal Building, 201 W. Indiana, 419-324-4758. mainart-ery.com Free

Vanessa Snyder “A Little bit roller, a little bit bee-eater” Lavish & Luxurious Exhibit PRIZM Creative

Community presents a new exhibit of nearly 200 pieces of artwork in all media from 22 NW Ohio artists at Sam B's restaurant in BG. Perfect gifts for the holidays, Through Friday, January 31, 2014. Sam B's, 163 S. Main Street, Bowling Green.

419-931-8732. myprizm.com Free.

Solo Art Exhibition/60 WATTFUNNEL Check out innovative new work by 60WATTFUNNELL, aka,artist Josh Byers at the Toledo School of the Arts. 6-10pm. Toledo School of the Arts, 333 14th St. 419-246-8732. ts4arts.org. Free It's Friday! Enjoy the various events for adults

and families, including free tours, activities, live music, glassblowing demonstrations, wine tastings, and more. This It’s Friday!’s musical act is Dan & Don performing pop standards at 6:30.

Check online for complete schedule.10am-9pm.

Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-2558000. toledomuseum.org Free

Saturday 2

Dia de los Muertos/Day of the Dead Enjoy the 17th annual celebration of the Day of the Dead with Mexican food refreshments art and music on the day Latin American culture believes spirits of the dead come back to visit the living for one day (see pg. 31.) 6-10pm. $40 per person/ $75 per couple. Sofia Quintero Art & Cultural Center, 1225 Broadway St. 419-241-1655. sqacc.org

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Bearing Witness: The Voices of Our Survivors An exhibition and Bearing Witness: the Voices of Our Survivors by still photographer, Dena Heber and filmmaker, Heather Elliott-Familaro will present portraits and histories of local survivors of the Holocaust. Through Friday, December 20. Maumee Valley Country Day School, Wolfe Gallery, 1715 S. Reynolds Rd. 419-381-1313. mvcds.org Free.

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An apple fallen far An interview with Ben Daniels

By Griffin Messer-Kruse

Ben Daniels is an earnest musician from the ‘mitten’ with big hopes for his tunes—the son of renowned actor Jeff Daniels (HBO’s The Newsroom, Dumb and Dumber), Ben’s music combines blues-based rock with pop and hip hop to create a unique breezy sound. The Ben Daniels Band, released their newest album Roll in the fall of 2012 to critical acclaim. On Saturday, October 26 (the Walleyes’ opening night in Toledo) Daniels and his band will rock downtown at Table Forty 4. We sat down with him to discuss his band, auditioning for a Coen Brothers movie, and his relationship with Toledo.

How did you get started in music?

What was your introduction to the music scene?

I first started playing guitar when I was 20 and I’m 28 now. Before that I was writing a lot of hip hop verses and recording them. I went to audio engineering school because that was what I was interested in. I started playing guitar when I was in school and then started mixing my rap verses with my guitar playing.

I was listening to your band’s newest album “Roll” this morning, which is very blues and rock-based. How did you transition from rap rock to the more bluesy sound?

I grew up listening to a lot of blues—my Dad always listened to blues. So it’s just kind of become a part of me.

The way I write my lyrics is still influenced by hip hop—the way I arrange syllables and rhyme schemes. The blues is the root of so many styles of music that it seems like the right place to start.

Your dad is obviously a very accomplished actor. Have you ever considered becoming an actor?

I definitely have. I was in a short film right around the time the band was starting.

The movie, which was done as a project for the University of Michigan, was about a guitar player who hitchhikes to Nashville and tries to make it. I got to do some really cool stuff with that. Music videos are also really fun to do. I also got the chance to

See Ben Daniels (far left) and his band rock Table Forty 4 on October 26th after the Toledo Walleye’s opening night. audition for the new Coen Brothers movie “Inside Llewyn Davis”. I didn’t get the part unfortunately, I think they cast Justin Timberlake instead, so I’m not too upset [laughs]. So yeah, I love acting but music will always be number one.

How would you describe your relationship with Toledo? Is it a place you are trying to play more often?

It’s a great place for us. All of our shows this summer were in Michigan, which kept us really busy. But its been great to start in Toledo and then travel to New York or Nashville from there, its so centrally located.

Any particular concert this past summer that sticks out as a highlight?

We did a lot of festivals this summer. Blissfest in Northern Michigan was a really good show for us. We played in the tent after the sun went down and the energy was unreal. There were tons of neon lights and everyone was wearing glowsticks and neon bracelets—it was pretty surreal. We also got the chance to open for Rodriguez ( the guitarist re-discovered in the documentary Searching for Sugar Man) which was amazing.

Ben Daniels Band plays at Table Forty 4 on Saturday, October 26 at 8pm. 610 Monroe St. 419-725-0044. bendanielsband.com

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W E H AV E I T A L L O N L I N E ! C O M P L E T E M U S I C E V E N T S AT T O L E D O C I T Y PA P E R . C O M Highlighted events indicates our picks for the week

Raine Wilder

CHECKER’S PUB / SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26 Raine Wilder is one of Toledo’s fastest up-and-coming rappers—combining hip hop rhymes with a punk rock edge, Wilder has been writing and composing his own songs for the last 15 years. His quest to take his music to the next level continues on Saturday, October 26 at Checkers Pub in Bowling Green. The concert, which features Wilder rapping alongside DJ Kut-Out, will showcase the rapper’s new single “Life in the Fast Lane,” which debuted as a music video on September 1. His shows are one part rap concert, one part rock show and entirely too much fun—viewer discretion advised. 9pm. Checkers Pub, 809 S. Main St., Bowling Green. 419-308-5559. rainewilder. com — GMK

Black Tusk

FRANKIE’S / SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 2 Savannah’s Black Tusk might be the hardest working band in rock and roll. The power trio—every member sings, including the drummer!—has toured each year since 2005, playing over one thousand shows, while six of their recordings have dropped in that time. Born from the acclaimed southern sludge scene that brought the world new masters of guitar riffs like Baroness and Mastodon, Black Tusk bring a furious cocktail of Blackfoot, Black Sabbath and Black Flag (sensing a pattern?). Expect thick tones and fuzzy power chords at maximum volume—ideal for an evening of filthy jams fit for bikers and head shop enthusiasts alike. $12. 9pm. Frankie’s Inner City, 308 Main St. 419-693-5300. frankiesinnercity.com—JS

Toledo Jazz Orchestra: Sinatra Returns VALENTINE THEATRE / SATURDAY, NOV. 2

The Chairman of the Board returns for a special one night engagement! The Toledo Jazz Orchestra will perform the very best of Ol’ Blue Eyes as it was meant to be heard: with a live band in a grand theater. Accompanying the orchestra is Sinatra impersonator,Mark Randisi, a lauded tribute performer who exudes The Voice’s smooth stylings and effortless charm.

Randisi has toured around the world and shared the stage with greats like Don Rickles, Ray Charles and Joan Rivers. This concert is the perfect chance to enjoy and celebrate the timeless works of the oft-imitated but never duplicated legendary entertainer. $22-$32. 8-10pm.

Valentine Theatre, 410 Adams St. 419-242-2787. valentinetheatre.com — RA

wed, OCT 23 Acoustic, Folk, & Ethnic

The Village Idiot: Old West End Records Adamz Lounge: Open Mix Ye Olde Durty Bird: Kyle White Cock n’ Bull: Open Mic w/ Danny Mettler Martini and Nuzzis: Brock and Joey Manhattan’s: Stephen Wooley

JAZZ,BLUES & R&B

Degage Jazz Café: Gene Parker Grand Plaza Hotel: Eric Dickey & Co.

Country & Bluegrass The Library Bar: Country Night

Rock, Pop & Hip-Hop

Frankie’s: Vanna, Alpha & Omega Hollywood Casino: Hoobastank

THU, OCT 24 Acoustic, Folk, & Ethnic Barr’s Public House: Jason Quick

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Ye Olde Durty Bird: Chris Knopp Martini and Nuzzis: Lady Kay Table Forty 4: Dave Carpenter The Blarney: Jeff Stewart Stella’s: Eddie Molina The Local: Chris Shutters Open Jam

Rock, Pop & Hip-Hop

Frankie’s: Joe Hertler & The Rainbow Seekers Ottawa Tavern: Katie’s Randy Cat Cock n’ Bull: Captain Sweet Shoes

JAZZ,BLUES & R&B

Manhattan’s: Dick Lang Trio

FRI, OCT 25 ACOUSTIC, FOLK & ETHNIC

Oarhouse: Jeff Stewart Ye Olde Durty Bird: John Barile Martini and Nuzzis: Chris Shutters Rocky’s: Andrew Ellis & Luckey Lamont The Blarney: Toast & Jam Stella’s: Elixer (Beatles Tribute) Bronze Boar: Joe Woods Trio Barr’s Public House: Paper Planes Wesley’s: Old School HipHop Friday

Happy Badger: Root Cellar String Band w/ Ken Waldman

Rock, Pop & Hip-Hop

Table Forty 4: The 815’s Cock n’ Bull: Arctic Clam Treo: The Microphonics Fat Fish Blue: Four Twenty Seven Duncan’s: Rodney Parker & Liberty Beach Headliners: FDA Hollywood Casino: The Rock Show (Journey Tribute) Bar 145: Nine Lives Bier Stube: Beg to Differ Frankie’s: Broken Glass Goth Night Basin St. Grille: Distant Cousinz

JAZZ,BLUES & R&B

Mancy’s Italian: Skip Turner Band Manhattan’s: Zombie Beach Party Degage Jazz Café: Ramona Collins

Dance & Techno Bretz: FreEDM Friday

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Rock, Pop & Hip-Hop

Bar 145: Halloween Costume Party with 4th Day Echo Ottawa Tavern: Glitter Trash w/ the Dumb Easies Rocket Bar: Twiztid The Blarney: Kentucky Chrome Table Forty 4: Ben Daniels Band Buster Browns: Halloween Bash Hollywood Casino: The Bradberries Cock n’ Bull: Flabongo Nation Village Inn: 427 Duncan’s: Caught In The Boogie Headliners: The Scarlett Letter Bronze Boar: Last Born Sons The Village Idiot: The 815’s

Jazz, Blues, & R&B

Rosie’s: Skip Turner Band Stella’s: Kelly Broadway and Mike Lorenz Treo: Post Modern Blues Band Degage Jazz Café: Ramona Collins Manhattan’s: The Pin Up Project

CLASSICAL, OTHER

Franciscan Center at Lourdes: Mozart and More Series Owens Center for Performing Arts: Mostly Mozart

SUN, OCT 27 Acoustic, Folk, & Ethnic Village Inn: Tom Drummonds

Rock, Pop & Hip-Hop

Duncan’s: Therapy w/ Scotty ‘Rock’ Gressler

CLASSICAL, OTHER

Valentine Theater: Halloween

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Spooktacular Northview High School: Community and Northview Orchestra Monroe St. United Methodist Church: Mostly Mozart

TUES, OCT 29 Acoustic, Folk, & Ethnic

Village Idiot: Frankie May and Friends Ye Olde Durty Bird: Open Mic Night

Jazz, Blues, & R&B

Degage Jazz Café: Gene Parker Trotter’s Tavern: Jeff McDonald’s Big Band All-Stars

Other

Manhattans’s: Open Blues

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The Local: Open Jam w/ Chris Shutters

Rock, Pop & Hip-Hop

Bar 145: Halloween Zonkie Tonk w/ Rodney Parker Village Idiot: GOLD w/ The Bricks Halloween Party

Other

Martini and Nuzzis: Halloween Party w/ DJ Dan-E Manhattan’s: Quick Trio

FRI, nov 1 Acoustic, Folk, & Ethnic Ye Olde Durty Bird: John Barile Table Forty 4: Steve Kennedy

Rock, Pop & Hip-Hop

Ye Olde Durty Bird: Steve Wooley Martini and Nuzzis: Paper Planes Treo: Barile and May Adamz Lounge: Open Mix Manhattan’s: Chris Knopp

The Blarney: The Rivets Duncan’s: The 815’s Bar 145: Hello My Name Is Oarhouse: Kids with Knives Frankie’s: Donovan Black’s Halloween Havoc Mainstreet: Ekoostik Hookah Basin St. Grille: Andrew Ellis

Jazz, Blues, & R&B

Jazz, Blues, & R&B

Acoustic, Folk, & Ethnic

Grand Plaza Hotel: Clifford Murphy, Glenda Biddlestone, Vince Krolak Degage Jazz Café: Gene Parker

Treo: Clarence Clamwater & Friends Degage Jazz Café: Straight Up! Manhattan’s: Last Born Sons

Rock, Pop & Hip-Hop

Dance & Techno

Frankie’s: TV Ghost

Other

Duncan’s: Karoake w/ Riz Pack Entertainment

THU, OCT 31 Acoustic, Folk, & Ethnic Stella’s: Eddie Molina Ye Olde Durty Bird: Jamie Mills

Bretz: FreEDM Friday

The Blarney: Dave Phenning Band Bar 145: Fu5ion Bronze Boar: Bush League Frankie’s: Black Tusk Duncan’s: Highway Run Table Forty 4: Quickness Oarhouse: Caught in the Boogie Buster Browns: Premier Karaoke Stranahan Theater: KeyBank Pops Series: A Tribute to Elvis Mutz: Mutz Muzik

Jazz, Blues, & R&B

Rosie’s: Skip Turner Band Valentine Theater: Sinatra Returns Degage Jazz Café: Cynthia KaayBennett

SUN, NOV 3 Rock, Pop & Hip-Hop

Duncan’s: Therapy w/ Scotty ‘Rock’ Gressler Frankie’s Inner City: Uh Huh Baby Yeah!

CLASSICAL, OTHER

Black Kite Coffee: Sherre’s Heartstrings Toledo Club: The Blade Chamber Series

Mon, Nov 4 Rock, Pop & Hip-Hop Frankie’s: All Hail The Yeti

Acoustic, Folk, & Ethnic

SAT, NOV 2 ACOUSTIC, FOLK & ETHNIC Treo: Steve Steele Manhattan’s: Jeff Stewart

Manhattan’s: Jason Quick

Tues, Nov 5 Rock, Pop & Hip-Hop

Frankie’s: Seryn, Quiet Company

Rock, Pop & Hip-Hop

“Wise Up Ghost, and Other Songs” Elvis Costello & The Roots (2013): I have been following/listening to Costello since “My Aim Is True,” and though I can’t say it’s all been a treat, it has been a musical adventure, through multiple styles of music, ranging from new wave, classical, avant garde and more. Costello never shies away from trying the different and/or obscure. This latest venture is one of his best. The combination of Costello’s British upbringing with the funkiness/hip-hop sensibilities of The Roots (Jimmy Fallon’s TV show band) make for an outstanding set of tunes. Though the official video is pretty boring (a straight shot of a record player... yawn), you can get a better taste from a live video, recorded at the Brooklyn Bowl in September of this year (http://www.youtube.com/ watch?v=VSDEs6_iNqQ). This CD is a return to form of sorts for Costello, and a nice stretch for an obviously talented band.—SJA

Acoustic, Folk, & Ethnic Village Idiot: John Barile & Bobby

Jazz, Blues, & R&B

Degage Jazz Café: Gene Parker Trotter’s Tavern: Jeff McDonald’s Big Band All-Stars

Other

Manhattans’s: Open Mic

WEd, Nov 6 Acoustic, Folk, & Ethnic Village Idiot: Andrew Ellis Musio Adamz Lounge: Open Mix

Jazz, Blues, & R&B

Degage Jazz Café: Gene Parker

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Let's have a ball Olive Street Studios Saturday, November 2 Toledo's best costume party, The Big Head Ball, arrives just in time for Day of the Dead. This fantastic event, thrown by local artists in a warehouse, is the perfect place for your creative Halloween costume to be showcased. The bash will feature fantastic wine and beer, alongside DJs and a delicious taco truck for those late-night hunger pangs.

Doors open at 9pm, and the night doesn't end until 4am! Advance tickets are available at Glass City Cafe, Art Supply Depo, The Ottawa Tavern and The Attic. $10 adv./$15 door.

9pm-4am. Olive Street Studios, 252 Ottawa St. (under the High Lever Bridge). Check out the event's Facebook page at, facebook.com/ events/1393925717510019/ -MLR

wednesday, 10/23 [miscellaneous] Sustainability Day: Focus on Climate Adaptation & Sustainable Food Lourdes University will host a series of activities in honor of National Campus Sustainability Day and National Food Day. The day will include a panel discussion of sustainable food practices and urban farming, as well as a climate change presentation. Lourdes University, Sylvania. 10:30am. 419-885-3211. lourdes.edu

thursday, 10.24 [miscellaneous] TAARS Meeting The Toledo Area Aboriginal Research Society is pleased to present: Carrie Sowden, Archaeological Director of

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the Great Lakes Historical Society - National Museum of the Great Lakes, the Peachman Lake Erie Shipwreck Research Center, and the director of MAST. The topic of Carrie's presentation is: The Archaeology of the Battle of Lake Erie. The talk will cover archaeological investigations into the Battle of Lake Erie and, briefly, cover a few of the other War of 1812 sites around the Great Lakes. This event is open to the public. 7pm.

Wildwood Metropark Great Hall, 5100 W. Central Ave. 419-893-4213. Free.

friday, 10.25 [benefit] Diabetes Youth Services Eighth Annual Sweet Success Gala The Sweet Success Gala helps to fund educational programs and services for more than 3,000 children

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living with type 1 diabetes in Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan. The evening will feature dinner, a cash bar and silent and live auctions. Proceeds of the 2013 Sweet Success Gala will support DYS education programs. 6-10pm. $100 per person. Hilton Garden Inn, 6165 Levis Commons Blvd., Perrysburg.

419-887-8740. dys4kids.org

[miscellaneous] Zombie Crawl Afterhours MIDNIGHT will kick off the Glass City Cafe Special Zombie Crawl AfterHours! Look for a special menu and a great time in the Zombie Pen two doors down! Glass City Cafe, 1107 Jackson Street.

419-241-4519. glasscitycafe.com

saturday, 10.26 [outdoors] Halloween Boo Cruise A non-scary Halloween experience for kids of all ages. 30-minute boat ride, Halloween fun and treats. Costumes are welcome! Reservations required.

Noon. $5. Jefferson Street Dock at Promenade Park, Downtown. 419-537-1212. sandpiperboat.com

[benefit] Toledo Humane Society Zombie Dash 5K Escape the walking dead and help the animals.

The Humane Society's 5K Zombie Run/Walk challenges participants by throwing hungry zombies in their path, Proceeds benefit the Humane Society's Cruelty Department. 9am. $30, runners; $15-$20, zombies. Secor Metropark, 10001 W. Central Ave. 419-891-0705. toledohumanesociety.org See pg.40 for more information.

[miscellaneous] Bar145 Halloween Featuring music by 4th Day Echo and an epic costume contest with prizes for sexiest costume and overall best costume. Winners receive free tanning at City Tan, Bar145 gift cards, or cash. 10pm. $5 cover.

5305 Monroe St. 419-593-0073. bar145toledo.com

Toledo Area Polka Society Dinner Dance Get you polka on! Celebrate with TAPS for the 30th anniversary of their Dinner Dance, featuring polka music from Lenny Gomulka and Chicago Push. Doors open at 5pm, dinner starts at 6pm. Seats are limited. Reservations required. Cash bar. All ages welcome. 7-11pm. $15 at door; $25 dinner+dance, $7.50 ages 13-18, $5 ages 6-12, free 5 and under. Conn-Weissenberger Hall, 2020 W. Alexis Rd. 419-836-8799. polishtoledo.com/taps

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roadtrip — North of the Line Wednesday, October 23 Vampires’ Ball

Craps Casino Style Learn the basics of the game of craps by hands-on playing. Explore the table layout and learn the various odds of each bet. As the shooter, you will elaborately shake the dice, blow on them for luck & yell for them to fall on the desired number. Some people find craps intimidating, give it a try & see for yourself. Leader: Steve Gagnon. Limit: 10. 6-8:30pm. $10. 577 Foundation, 577 E. Front St., Perrysburg. 419-872-0305.

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Enjoy a sumptuous Halloween feast!

Foodies are encouraged to wear costumes to this multi-course meal, with beer and wine pairings, prepared by award-winning chef Alex Young. The event is hosted by Zingerman’s Roadhouse, and it will benefit Food Gatherers. 6:30-9pm. $150. Zingerman’s

Lifetree Cafe: Make the Most of Your Life: A Perspective That Will Change Your Life Forever The program features the filmed story of professional guitarist Tony Melendez, who was born without arms.

Melendez describes how his attitude has affected his ability to live a normal life and make a career in performing music. 5-6pm. Francis Family YMCA, 2000 Dean Rd., Temperance. facebook.com/LifetreeCafeToledo. Free.

A Swarm of Haunted Happenings Ohio Researchers of Banded Spirits (ORBS) will share how they conduct paranormal investigations. ORBS has worked on over 300 cases and has been featured on several television programs. The series ends with a perfectly timed screening of The Fall of the House of Usher, starring Vincent Price. The classic movie is an adaptation of Edgar Allan Poe's haunting story of the same name. There will be popcorn, treats, and Poe trivia, and in the spirit of the Halloween season, costumes are encouraged. 2pm. Way Public Library, 101 E. Indiana Ave., Perrysburg. 419-874-3135 x119. waylibrary.info. Free.

Bring the kids to this fall-themed Zingerman’s style celebration. There will be pumpkin drawing, cookie decorating and fun Halloween treats. Come dressed in costumes and enjoy music and snacks.

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Buster Brown’s Halloween Costume Party Prizes for 1st, 2nd, & 3rd place costume and “scary-oke”. Come for the party, stay for the $8 pitchers. 8:30pm. 313 Conant St. 419-893-0229. Free.

[miscellaneous] Trunk or Treat This is a family friendly event for children.

Safe, fun, and free! Candy is passed out to school age children from the trunk of decorated cars. Pumpkin decorating and trunk contests announced throughout the night. 6-8pm. St. Matthew's Episcopal Church, 5240 Talmadge Rd. 419-473-1187. smechurch.org. Free.

[miscellaneous] Spooktacular Halloween Costume Bash This night has grown to become the biggest and best all-singles Halloween Costume Bash around! Costumes are optional, but preferred, and there will be more than $400 in prizes for the best costumes of the evening. Holland Gardens, 6530 Angola Rd., Holland. Doors at 7:45pm. $10.

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Roadhouse, 2501 Jackson Ave., Ann Arbor.

734-761-2796. foodgatherers.org

Thursday, October 24 Zingerman’s 7th Annual Halloween Hootenanny

4-7pm. $5 advance, $8 door. Zingerman’s Delicatessen, 422 Detroit St., Ann Arbor. 734-663-3354. zingermansdeli.com

Saturday, October 26

Halloween Bash Indie Film Fest

Check out these thrillers! Several local indie filmmakers will showcase a collection of shorts, some horror, some drama, all fun.

All the films are unrated but recommended for age 16 and older. Films start at 7:30pm.

Doors open at 6:30pm. $10. Tecumseh Center for the Arts, 400 N. Maumee St., Tecumseh. 517-423-6617. theTCA.org

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Halloween Bash: 5K Run, Costume Contest and Film Festival Check out Tecumseh's Monster Bash for three great activities of pure Halloween enjoyment! The Tecumseh Center for the Arts has partnered with Tecumseh Parks & Recreation and the Tecumseh Youth Theater to create Halloween Bash, a day of great activities including The Monster Dash 5K Run, a Costume Contest and the Halloween Bash Film Festival. The Halloween Bash Costume Contest will be held immediately following the race, at 3pm. Noon. Price varies. $25 for Monster Dash/$10 Film Festival. Tecumseh Center for the Arts, 400 North Maumee Street, Tecumseh. 517-423-6617. thetca.org. See Road Trip.

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[benefit] Get It GLOWING for Relay for Life of Greater Lucas County This family friendly event 5K Run and Walk and 1 mile Kids Walk that benefits the American Cancer Society and Relay For Life of Greater Lucas County. GLOWING is different because the event takes place at night as participants light up the course with t-shirts and glow bands. After the race, participants are treated to a postrace party with food, a DJ, raffles and prizes. 8pm. $25. Fallen Timbers Mall, 3100 Main St., Maumee. runsignup.com/Race/OH/Maumee/GetitGlowing

saturday, 11.2 [miscellaneous] Battle on the Inland Sea On September 10th, 1813, Oliver Hazard Perry led his squadron into one of the most significant battles in the War of 1812. In commemoration, the Library presents Jeremy Meier performing his brilliant one-man show as Commodore Perry, recalling the challenges of building a squadron in remote frontier wilderness and the climactic battle that preserved the Old Northwest for the United States. 2-4pm. McMaster Center at Main Library, Toledo. 419-259-5200. toledolibrary.org. Free.

Big Head Ball Just in time for Day of the Dead, the evening will feature the 16th Annual Masquerade Ball, music and free libations! 21+. 9pm. $10 in advance, $15 at the door. Olive Street Studios, 252 Ottawa Street. oliveststudios.com. See pg.36 for more details.

Homemade Craft Show & Lunch Enjoy the great selection of homemade crafts and gifts perfect for someone you love (or for yourself). There will also be a delicious homemade lunch from 11am2pm. Profits benefit Sparrows Nest Women's Shelter.

9am-4pm. Shiloh Church Fellowship Hall, 2100 County Road 5, Delta. 419-533-2083. Free.

[comedy] Michael Malone Comedy Enjoy an evening of laughs and fun with comedian Michael Malone, an international headliner known for his energy, rubber face and versatility. 7:30-9:30pm. $13$15. Tecumseh Center for the Arts, 400 N. Maumee St., Tecumseh. 517-423-6617. malonecomedy.com

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Loft apartment at the Standart Lofts

YOU COULD BE HERE

Downtown bound

How to relocate to the heart of Toledo

by Dorian Slaybod So, you’re going to do it. You’re going to move downtown. You’re going to join Toledo’s urban renewal. You’re going to live in a “loft,” even though you aren’t really sure what that means. You will walk to baseball games, hockey games and bars with TV’s showing all the games. You will bike to work. You will finally leave the green grasses of suburbia and the comfort of street names that sound like made-up English Dukes, such as “Stonebrook.”

You are ready to leave the Toledo you have always known. You are ready to move downtown.

The building you will live in will be in its afterlife. It will have been built 100 years ago to be used as a factory for sorting almonds into retail packaging, or as a luxury hotel where business moguls went to relax after a long day of trading furs on the Erie Canal, or perhaps, it was a department store that brought in the latest men’s fashions from Pittsburgh. Toledo’s industrial boom left beautiful, earnest buildings in its wake. They were forgotten as urban sprawl moved communities farther away.

Then a few people realized that seasoned brick, tall ceilings, and original hardwood would provide amazing layouts for apartments, restaurants, and offices.

Revitalization revelation

Groups of people, like The Toledo Warehouse District Association, have promoted and revitalized the hell out of these buildings, and the results are there: The Bartley Lofts (it has its own swimming pool), The Commodore Perry, The LaSalle Building, the Standart Lofts, 100 South Huron (also has a pool), and Grumpy’s— assuming you ever look up from your Garbage Salad. And there are many more.

According to last year’s Warehouse District Association report: in 1990, there were only 6 people living in the Warehouse District, and only 7 residential units available in all. In 2012, there were 520 people living in 357 units. Now you can add one

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more person to that list, because I just moved in a month ago.

Comparatively, the living situation downtown is still on a small scale. But this has its advantages. Have you been to other cities? Toledo is clean. Garbage is rare, and typically entertaining: I’ve walked past a gently-used toothbrush that was abandoned on the sidewalk with no other clues left nearby, and someone recently left behind a clear garbage bag stuffed full of Hanes briefs, seemingly free for the taking.

Spacious and stylish

Downtown Toledo is quiet. Weeknights provide a reprieve from the endless shoulder-smashing and parking-lot-jamming that occurs at the strip malls everywhere else in town. And it is safe. Seriously.

Check a crime report. According to The Blade’s Crime Tracker, of the 54 homicides that occurred in Toledo during 2012, none occurred downtown.

The weekends? Yes, minor league hockey and baseball are the bread and butter of downtown entertainment. And you’ll probably hear clanged glass mugs filled with Miller Light while listening to a Sublime cover band at Cock N’ Bull or The Blarney. But have you been upstairs at Homeslice Pizza where local DJ’s like Ben Cohen spin vinyl soul albums, and good Kentucky bourbon is served for only five bucks? Have you sung karaoke in the enclosed patio at the Oliver House while the bartenders at Mutz pour freshly-made, Toledo beers? Have you tried to eat more than two slices of deep-dish pizza at Pizzapapalis? San Marcos serves hot tacos and salted margaritas on Broadway until 9pm every night. And—here’s the kicker—have you ever done any of these things, and then walked a couple blocks back to your very own downtown abode? Think about it.

Because I think you’re ready.

Dorian Slaybod is 27, a local attorney, single, and happily living in Toledo.

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Runners young and old are invited to test their grit in this years Zombie Dash 5k. Hosted by the Toledo Area Humane Society, the 5k takes place on an off-road course that circles the center of Secor Metropark on Saturday, October 26. But tread lightly—zombies that are hidden throughout the course will be trying to stop you from finishing the race in one piece. Participants will wear capture-the-flag belts which the zombies on the course attempt to steal. Registration is now open for runners, walkers, and course zombies—costumes are encouraged, and the Toledo Area Humane Society will provide zombie-make up for a small fee. 7:30am. $25 (all proceeds benefit the TAHS Cruelty Department). Secor Metropark, 10001 W. Central Ave. 419-891-0705. toledoareahumanesociety.org

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Curling, a sport that is usually only televised during the Winter Olympics, involves two players who slide stones across a sheet of ice towards a target with 4 scoring areas. Basically, its shuffleboard on ice. For all northwest Ohioans who want to learn the Olympic sport, the Bowling Green Curling Club is hosting a beginner league on Tuesdays from 7-9pm beginning October 29 at the BGSU Ice Arena (417 N. Mercer Rd.). The league will teach beginner techniques and skills for curling as well as put people on teams with more experienced curlers. The club is also hosting open houses on Wednesday, October 23 from 6-10pm and Thursday, October 24 from 8-10pm at the BGSU Ice Arena. The entry fee is just $10 per night and includes all equipment. For more information or to sign up for the beginners league, visit bgcurlingclub.com

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While modern medicine has improved the quality of life for most it has also raised religious questions. Whether it is the question of prolonging life at the cost of pain, legalizing the sale of organs or abortion, it seems that nearly every option is morally questionable. Life in the Balance: Jewish Perspectives on Everyday Medical Dilemmas is a new six-week course by the Rohr Jewish Learning Institute that aims to show what the Torah and the Talmud have to teach about modern medicine. The course will examine actual case studies, analyzing different view points while coming to grips with how to reconcile modern medicine and religion. There are three sessions for the six-week course which take place at either Chabad House of Toledo or Shumaker, Loop & Kendrick beginning on Sunday, October 27 and Tuesday, October 29. $79 (textbook included). Chabad House of Toledo, 4020 Nantuckett Dr., Shumaker, Loop & Kendrick, 1000 Jackson St. To register and view a full class schedule, call 419-843-9393 or visit myjli.com—GMK

1978 25th anniv. corvette

for sale or trade. 350V8, Maroon/ Maroon. See Toledo Craigslist for pictures. Asking 14K. 419-913-5192

82 Cadilliac coupe very low miles, new vinyl, new brakes, new tires, new battery, no rust, rust-proofed, excellent condition $4800 OBO 419-481-0953

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102k miles, new tires, 30th Anniversary Edition. Gold with 3/4 cloth top. $5000 Final-serious inquires only. First come first serve. Parker: 567-288-3748

Isuzu Rodeo - 4wd, 3.2 engine, rebuilt radiator, new brakes & seals, new battery, new tires. $2,500 obo.

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91,000 miles, all power, all service records, excellent condition, drive anywhere, $4000 419-410-0065

84 Cutlass Supreme - Chocolate

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Dealer serviced. 6 disc CD. 7K obo - Call 419-944-4639

1994 Lexus LS 400 185K miles babied, immaculate condition inside and out pearl white. New $1000 set of tires, shocks, tune up, new cassette player, cold A/C – excellent heat. Tan leather interior, Automatic in floor consol, $5500 final. Serious inquiries only.

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105K miles. Fully loaded, sunroof, leather. Touchscreen Navigation, premium sound, much more. MUST SEE! $8500 OBO.Call 201 921 3340.

2004 dodge durango

V8 ,97k miles, red - nice. $5000 final.

Serious inquiries only. 567-288-3748

1964 Dodge Dart. 2 door, slant 6 cyl. Push-button shift. Decent interior.

52,000 miles! 2nd owner. Runs. Needs extensive brake work. As is, $800 OBO. 216-258-9281

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health and wellness events Guided Imagery - This class promotes relaxation scenarios that are helpful for bringing a sense of well-being to the body and mind. Please bring a yoga mat, blanket and 2 pillows. Seating is available for those unable to tolerate the floor. 6-7pm.

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Color Me Rad 5k - Descend on the University of Toledo’s campus for a 5k of color bombardment, where participants get hit with color bombs at set increments during the race. A portion of proceeds will benefit the Arts Commission, Scrap4Art, and Maumee Valley Habitat for Humanity. 9am. $35/$55.

University of Toledo, 2801 W. Bancroft St. 800-5865336. colormerad.com

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Registering now for classes beginning October 28th. $65 for 6-week session. Martin School, 10 S. Holland Sylvania at Hill, Toledo. www.aegela.com, (517) 918-9547 __________________________ Canada Drug Center is your choice for safe and affordable medications. Our licensed Canadian mail order pharmacy will provide you with savings of up to 90 percent on all your medication needs. Call today 1-800-254-4073, for $10.00 off your first prescription and free shipping. __________________________ ADOPTION - UNPLANNED PREGNANCY? THINKING OF ADOPTION? Open or closed adoption. YOU choose the family. LIVING EXPENSES PAID. Abby’s One True Gift Adoptions. Call 24/7. 866-459-3372

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Fasten your seat belts! Wish Happy Birthday to Scorpio, celebrate Halloween, enjoy a new moon and solar eclipse, get an extra hour’s sleep, and VOTE! — BY SUE LOVETT

ARIES (March 21-April 19) Money is an issue so control your impulse buying. A party on the 26th for Halloween is fun - wear your costume to work on the 31st. Should you shop, rest, or watch football the 2nd and 3rd? Vote on the 5th and attend a victory party.

LIBRA (September 23-October 22) A football game on the 26th may interfere with your plans for a Halloween party. Money is better the 28th so be generous with the trick-or-treaters.

Sleep in on the 3rd and dream of Thanksgiving. to keep winning.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) Your life gets brighter the 23rd. On the 26th and 27th make candy and cookies for friends and trick-ortreaters. On the 2nd at noon get back in the kitchen to fix tailgate food or TV snacks. Don’t forget to vote on the 5th.

SCORPIO (October 23-November 21)

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) Make your Halloween plans by the 25th. There are parties on the 26th and 27th and trick-or-treaters on the 31th. You NEED that extra hour of sleep on the 3rd. You may help your favorite candidate or cause on the 5th.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22-December 20) Get your Halloween costume ready for the

CANCER (June 21-July 22) Take a chance

and be a winner on the 23rd. Make special treats for a party the 26th or 27th. Take goodies to work the 31st and put the porch light on at night. On the 1st or 2nd dig out the Thanksgiving wreath. Enjoy the new moon on the 3rd.

LEO (July 23-August 22) Dress like a queen or king for Halloween. Win the prize for best costume. Pass out treats on the 31st. Enjoy the extra hour of sleep on the 3rd and get involved with election activities. You have a favorite cause or candidate or both.

VIRGO (August 23-September 22) Get

organized the 24th for upcoming Halloween events. You are so health conscious that you pass out apples and raisins. Thanksgiving is late so you have even more days to plan a perfect holiday. You do it so well!

Happy Birthday to you on the 23rd. Start working on your Halloween costume right away.

Wear it to the party the 26th and to work the 31st. Make a list of goals to put into effect when the new moon comes the 3rd.

party the 26th. Wear it to work and on the 31st.

You seem to do whatever you want to do, any way you want to do it! You need to be more responsible after the 6th.

CAPRICORN (December 21-January 19) You help plan charity events the 24th

and 25th. You could enjoy a party on the 26 but may prefer staying at home. You are in demand now because charities need your talent and strengths. Fundraisers continue through Christmas.

AQUARIUS (January 20-February 18) You

are confused but you are not alone. Go to a great party the 26th. Buy what you need for Halloween treats starting the 27th. It’s a good thing you can “tune out” this time of year. Rest the 3rd and think of Election Day.

PISCES (February 19-March 20) Think

of being a mermaid or Charlie The Tuna for Halloween. Celebrate the 26th and the 31st.

November should be an exciting month for you.

Others seem to be confused even when you stay on schedule. That’s a switch!

Sue Lovett is available for personal astrology readings and private parties.

Visit her on the Web at www.suelovett.com or call her at 419-474-6399.

CELEBRITY SCORPIOS

They are excellent reporters and politicians. They are somewhat stubborn (well, a lot stubborn) and very determined. Examples are Vice President Joe Biden and Hillary Clinton. Locally Brady Hoke (University of Michigan Football Coach) and Judge Gene Zmuda are Scorpios.

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Raised a few degrees Across 1. Berkshire Hathaway city 6. Removes from a seat?

11. Even for Tiger 14. French Persian’s utterance?

15. Earn a night on the couch, perhaps 16. Musician and label owner DiFranco 17. Job postings that list spoiling kids as a desired skill?

20. Captain played by Chris Pine nowadays 21. Piece of erotic fiction?

22. “Colour me scandalised, certainly” 25. Goo in a prehistoric pit 27. KotoBuki soup served with a slice of pork 28. They might tell the heat about your pot 30. “I’m not signing that” 33. “Li’l Abner” cartoonist 35. Sideshow ___ (Bob’s replacement) 36. Make less bland, in a way 40. Rich, non-vegan novelty flavor of a popular hipster beer?

43. Dub reggae pioneer Perry 44. One step ___ time 45. Vehicle for a “Sesame Street” vampire?

47. “___ 911!” (Comedy Central mockumentary) 49. Flavor in some fried rice 50. Band with the lyric “We’re heading for Venus, and still we stand tall” 51. Air rifle pellet 54. Heads of France?

55. “Let sleeping dogs lie,” e.g.

58. Beats by ___ (headphones) 60. Big name in razors 61. Bubblicious marketed as a post-nursing treat?

64. Scannable lines at the grocery store: Abbr.

66. Introduce a criminal boyfriend to one’s family?

71. Signed off on 72. Vibes 73. Huntington Center, e.g.

74. It’s padded on a pointe shoe 75. Scarlett’s love 76. Ronald, Ernie, O’Kelly, Rudolph, Vernon, or Marvin of soul music Down 1. “SMH ... I’m shocked” 2. Space station launched by the Soviets 3. The Mud Hens’ level 4. Elton John single before “Crocodile Rock” 5. Quattro car maker 6. Resident flying out of Kansai International Airport, say 7. “___ momento, por favor”

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8. One in 10th: Abbr.

9. Old Palm phone 10. Nissan sedan 11. Airline in a recently failed ABC drama 12. Billiards shot concern 13. Like Jesus or baked dough 18. Tough guy who was a bodyguard for Muhammad Ali 19. Stressed type, for short 22. Where to use pickup lines 23. Military gesture of respect 24. Certain inverse trig function 26. Namesake of every solar system planet, save Earth and Uranus 29. What many freelance articles are written on 31. Focus of a current U.S. government crisis 32. Borden cow name 34. Nights for awkward sex, frequently 37. Author of “Little Women” and “Little Men” 38. One expressing joy, perhaps 39. Blessed Mother of Calcutta 41. Delivery ward word 42. Workshop fastener 46. Pomade-happy rebels 48. Doc who might yell 41-Down 52. Holy figure, in many religions 53. Most real 55. Father in a monastery 56. Troubled Gyllenhaal character of 2001 57. Obey 59. Brand for nervous couples, briefly 62. “Meh, I don’t think so” 63. Word on a link that opens up the whole article 65. Hebrew necklace symbol 67. Yoga need 68. Promo print from Pixar 69. Single 70. GOP senator’s vote on anything that would in any way make Obama look good

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STYLE SENSE

photos by Christine Senack

Clair Lephart, Waitress at

Imagination Station Fundraiser

The Indian Jewel of Toledo

When Clair Lephart approaches, it is impossible not to spot at least one cleverly curated garment or accessory on her person. This art-inspired stylista dreams of one day owning her own gallery and it’s quite apparent in the looks she composes for herself. The way Clair views style, color, and self-expression is based on a complex emotional latticework of nostalgia, aesthetics, and, also, strength.

Guests infused the science of taste and sound into one unforgettable evening at THE BASH4.

Lori Hauser & Karen George

Walk to End Alzheimer’s 1500 people joined forces at the Lucas County Fairgrounds to raise funds and awareness.

Robert Axonvitz, Salli Bollin and Tom Helberg

Valentine Gala 2013

The annual gala concert to benefit The Valentine Theatre and it’s programs.

This year the world’s best ABBA Tribute band was invited to perform after the dinner.

Your clothes and the objects you collect seem to be one and the same. Does one influence the other?

I am a collector. Whether it’s vintage luggage, purses, shoes, tattoos, records, clothing—each item has caught my attention in the same manner. I see form and functionality in the abstract. When I shop, the process is pretty similar. Whatever I purchase has to be curated to make me feel good.

You mentioned that you spend an awful lot of time thinking about color in an artistic sense, but you seem to wear a lot of muted colors. What gives?

Color in style and art are very important. I, however, am boundlessly drawn to muted

Interview by Jordan Killam and/or understated tones—almost like a canvas. Adding a pop of color by utilizing lipstick, accessories, nail polish, and shoes is fun, but I will probably always stay away from bold colors in clothing.

What is the most important piece of advice you can offer concerning developing one’s own personal style?

Go with your instincts. If you don’t feel comfortable with your wardrobe, change it. If you want to reinvent yourself, do it... but always for yourself and in your own time. I have learned that through trial and error. Lastly, always compliment someone’s clothing, style, or hair if you like it. It’s kind, boosts confidence, and will most likely make their day... and who doesn’t want to make someone happy?

Swapping for a cause

can trade gently used Swap Toledo is an organization that throws “swap parties” where you Meet, “SWAPers” can clothing, jewelry and accessories It’s free shopping! During the Swap e cocktails. There will exchange clothes and network, while enjoying live music and signatur your new outfits. All model to oth photobo a and vendors local from prizes for also be raffles ged to bring nonencoura are s swapper and Bank Food SeaGate proceeds go to benefit the to help Toledo families in perishable food items and unopened toiletries in addition to clothing for rules & guidelines. $5 or need during the holiday season. Visit facebook.com/SwapToledo Tavern, 1817 Adams Ottawa 5-8pm. from 3 er Novemb Sunday, items. food shable 5+ non-peri com—JK St. 419-725-5483. otavern.

Rebecca & Jacob Timm with Josh & Victoria Rupli

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Ron Shipway and Jennifer Rose

Artoberfest Megan Mattimoe, Heather Helweg and Stephanie Schnapp

The third annual Fall event for The Toledo Museum of Art featured autumn beer, wine and food, glass blowing and more!

Kristen Mollenkopf, Jennifer Gray, Mike Schmidt and Tiffiny Miller

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