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December 21, 2016 - January 10, 2017 Vol. 19 • Issue 25

Adams Street Publishing Co. What was your most impractical NYE resolution?

Publisher/Editor in Chief

Collette Jacobs (cjacobs@toledocitypaper.com) I don’t make them.

Co-publisher/ Chief Financial Officer

Marketplace changes

online exclusives

UPDATES IN LOCAL BUSINESS

The area’s second Potbelly Sandwich Shop will open at 413 Madison Ave. in February, in the former location of Murphy’s Jazz Club. potbelly.com

New Year’s Eve Roundup

Poco Loco, a Cuban and Mexican fusion concept restaurant by the Cocino De Carlos’ group, will open at 1809 Adams St. The restaurant will offer a lunch buffet, two bars, specialty rum and tequila cocktails, DJs and bands.

The space is still under construction, but due to be open early 2017. carlospocoloco.com

Where to kick off 2017.

By Staff

Mark I. Jacobs (mjacobs@toledocitypaper.com) To be more understanding with the City Paper staff.

Editorial

Heartbeat Bill Vetoed

Assignment Editor: Athena Cocoves (athena@adamsstreetpublishing.com) Talk more professionally when I’m not writing.

Kasich nixes the controversial bill, but still restricts abortions.

By Athena Cocoves

Staff Writer: Jeff Klima (jklima@adamsstreetpublishing.com) I always say I’m going to get my pilot’s license.

Still haven’t.

Calendar Editor: Scott Peterson (speterson@adamsstreetpublishing.com) Diet and exercise.

Last Second Xmas Trees?

Digital Media Manager Saul T. Jacobs (saul@adamsstreetpublishing.com) Live peacefully in Trump’s post-apocalyptic hellscape.

Where to strike it green in NW OHIO.

By Bryce Buyakie

Contributing Writers:

Jordan Killam, Jon Ruggiero, Jeff McGinnis, Michael pierce, Johnny Hildo, Monique Ward, SUE LOVETT, Brendan Quigley, Christine Senack

Production Manager: Imani Lateef (imani@adamsstreetpublishing.com) Make a million dollars.

Senior Designer: Leah Foley (leah@adamsstreetpublishing.com) Stop using the F word as a comma.

Designers: Anita Tipton (prodintern@adamsstreetpublishing.com) NOT EATING CHOCOLATE.

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Sticking with a hardcore workout regiment.

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Sales Coordinator Jenny Leach (sales@adamsstreetpublishing.com) To quit smoking.

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Account Executives: Sharon Kornowa (sharoncitypaper@gmail.com) Any one I make.

Sam Rotroff (srotroff@adamsstreetpublishing.com) Learning my brain better because Science.

Bonnie Hunter (bhunter@adamsstreetpublishing.com) Getting in shape by March.

Kathleen Dewar (kdewar@adamsstreetpublishing.com) None. I don’t believe in them.

Anthony Washington (awashington@adamsstreetpublishing.com) APPYING TO LAW SCHOOL. Classifieds Coordinator: Catherine Bohr (classifieds@adamsstreetpublishing.com) I have never made a New Year’s resolution— I’m happy with how I live my life.

Administration

Accounting: Robin Armstrong (rarmstrong@toledocitypaper.com) Getting out of debt.

Distribution Ann Harriton (distribution@adamsstreetpublishing.com) Learn how to mix a better margarita Interns: Bryce Buyakie, Courtney Probert

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The Perrysburg Bai Du Chinese Restaurant has opened their second location in Sylvania at 7629 W. Sylvania Ave., in the space that formerly housed Restaurant Pacific. baiduchineserestaurant.com

Fowl and Fodder will open a second location at 614 Adams Street, the former location of Weekdays Restaurant, beside Bleak House Coffee. fowlandfodder.com

Kelli Miller (kmiller@adamsstreetpublishing.com) LEARN A FOREIGN LANGUAGE.

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The Toledo Lucas County Public Library will construct a new Mott Branch Library on a recently acquired 2.9 acres of land in the historic Smith Park, located off Dorr Street next to the Martin Luther King Academy for Boys Elementary School, a Toledo Public School. toledolibrary.org

Construction on 365 by Whole Foods is still underway. The concept will open up at 3379 Secor Rd., directly off of Interstate 475. Alongside will be Secor Square, a mixed-use retail center. The first tenants have been announced: Fusian, Great Clips, Orangetheory Fitness, PetPeople, PizzaFire and The Joint Chiropractic. facebook.com/secorsquare

Art/Production

Sales Manager Michael Aughinbaugh

PizzaFire, a popular wood-fired pizza chain that serves a gluten-free crust option, opened at 3444 Secor Rd. on Friday, December 16. pizzafire.com

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A residential cooking center called Foodology opened on December 17. Owned by Toledoan Chef Andi Lawrence, Foodology offers classes for beginner, intermediate and advanced levels. 2059 W. Laskey Rd., foodologytoledo.com

Know of any changes in the area?

Send them to editor@adamsstreetpublishing.com

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Our ongoing look at NW Ohio’s most abundant resource. n The Advocates for a Clean Lake Erie (ACLE) have found error with Mayor Hicks-Hudson’s letter to Donald Trump, asking for an executive order to determine Ohio’s portion of Lake Erie impaired. In the letter, Hicks-Hudson wrote, “Unfortunately, the Clean Water Act does not directly regulate non-point sources of pollution, which is the root problem with Lake Erie water quality.” n According to the ACLE, “1) The CWA does indeed authorize the

EPA to regulate non-point sources of pollution. 2) Implying that subject is unsettled is completely unwarranted and will only lead to additional delay in getting Lake Erie back to health. It is, in fact, the very argument the American Farm Bureau and its allies used in an unsuccessful, five-year federal lawsuit filed to stop the Chesapeake Bay cleanup.” n “Without implementing a plan that adequately addresses (the algal blooms) issue, we are putting Ohio’s families at risk,” said State Senator Edna Brown (D-Toledo), putting in her two cents on the water discussion. “By investing in practices that improve the state of our Great Lakes, we invest in the health and wellbeing of Ohioans.” Hear, hear! n According to a project by the University of Michigan, most of the 40 percent reduction goal for runoff that winds up in Lake Erie can be achieved by farmers injecting fertilizer into the ground rather than applying it to the surface of their fields. Additionally, cereal rye (winter rye), cover crops and buffer strips are among the most effective tools in circumventing run-off.

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n According to Margaret Kalcic, assistant professor in OSU’s food, agricultural and biological engineering department (formerly with the U-M team), fertilizer injecting would need to be embraced by half of the Maumee River watershed farmers in order to make an impact. n The newly formed Lake Erie Foundation is a collaboration between two advocacy groups, the Lake Erie Improvement Association and the Lake Erie Watchkeeper. The focus of the group is to engineer more long-term business interests in the health of the lake. Approximately 100 people showed up to the initial forum at the Catawba Island Club recently. You can get more info on the group at lakeeriefoundation.org n Results from the Lake Erie International Coastal Cleanup (LEICC) were recently published, declaring 61,000 unnatural substances were pulled from the Lake, resulting in 5,257 pounds of garbage. According to the LEICC, the top 10 items recovered from Lake Erie during the cleanup were: cigarette butts, food wrappers, small plastic pieces, plastic beverage bottles, plastic bottle caps, small foam pieces, small glass pieces, straw stirrers, cigar tips and other plastic/foam packaging.

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Sobering discussion

The Lucas County Coroner’s Office has been tracking the number of deaths from heroin and fentanyl-related overdoses in 19 counties around NW Ohio. In 2010, the number was 8.

In 2015, the number rocketed to 215. Attempting to bring increased awareness to a deadly epidemic, Harbor Behavioral Health and the Mental Health and Recovery Services Board of Lucas County are teaming up for a presentation at the Lagrange Branch Library. Learn about the impact of heroin/opiates on our area.

Bring anyone that could benefit from a frank discussion. 6-7pm. Tuesday, January 3. 3422 Lagrange St., 419-259-5280. toledolibrary.org

Tech hub

Tech Toledo, Glass City supporters of IT innovation and tech startup aid, have seen four months of intensive work finally pay off with Toledo’s inclusion into the TechHire Initiative. One of 20 cities selected for the prestigious program, Toledo will benefit from the opportunities presented through a national network of established tech sectors. TechHire, which works to develop more tech employment opportunities for lower income and underrepresented Americans, will help facilitate job placement with a variety of local companies and help identify ways to expand tech in the area. For more information on TechHire opportunities, visit techhiretoledo.com

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THE ORIGINAL

Out with the old, in with the new

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Resolutions for Twenty Seventeen

by Johnny Hildo

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“Be it resolved in the new year ...”

‘Tis the season. The old year slowly wanes and gives way to the new. Which is a darned good thing, given what twenty sixteen had up its shifty sleeve.

With the new year comes an opportunity to appraise and refocus for the political season ahead. We at Hildo central have made some binding resolutions to make for a refreshed and wholesome column, with all the stuff and none of the fluff, just the substance you love about our ruthless rants.

Here are our New Year’s Resolutions, in no particular order.

Lose some weight. We’ve gotten soft and flabby, and it’s time to shed some excess poundage. Remember that this will be a year of municipal elections. But as long as Carty promises to stay off the ballot, we promise to keep him off our word processor. Gone will be any reference to Finklestinky. The same goes for Mikey P. Bellbottoms. We resolve to forget his latent Trumpsterism, and never mention him again, if he promises to stay out of the political fray. Heck, he’s now a triple play short end of the stick candidate.

That should teach him something.

You know what? We assume Opal will be back in the Mayoral game, but we don’t even care. Lampooning her is too easy, so ferget her. We gots bigger, better fish to fry. And fry ‘em we will. We’re looking at you, Wade, Paula HH, Sandy Spang, and anyone else silly enough to want the hot seat on the twenty-second floor.

Get more exercise. In place of our old standbys like Stinky Finklestein, Opal the self-proclaimed Prophetess, and Mikey P., we resolve to broaden our scope. We need to exercise our sarcastic wit in new directions. We haven’t spanked the TPS Skool Bored nearly enough, and we’ve virtually ignored the electeds out in the ‘burbs. With the exception of the odd shenanigans out in Spencer Township, or course.

Anyway, get ready, all you Bob Vasquezes of the local political world, we need to get on the ol’ treadmill and

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give you a run for your money. Frankly, Bob, you could use a few runs on the treadmill yer own bad self.

Cut down on the caffeine. Sometimes we get a bit fired up. Sometimes this sends our column into true offthe-rails train wreck mode. Usually this makes for an incendiary good read. But sometimes we go overboard with the caustic bite. Mebbe it’s the double espressos we inhale before we put fingers to keyboard. Or perhaps it’s the simple fact that politics in the Great Froggy Bottom Swamp is just plain bat guano loopy. Whatever. We resolve to cut down on the sulfuric acid and keep to the red hot skewer action.

We’ll drink less caffeine, but smoke the chuckleheads that much more. It’s so much tastier that way.

Don’t worry. Be happy. Our friends say we worry too much. They say we get too wrapped up in the deep tracks of inside City Politics and can’t find our way out. We should stop worrying and learn to love the crazy.

What they miss is that it’s exposing the crazy to the harsh light of satire that assuages our worry and makes us deeply happy. This resolution will be the easiest of all to keep. We won’t worry-- about the feelings of the powers dat be. And we’ll be happy-- to send their outsize egos far up the river of shame. We won’t worry-about the sycophants and apologists for the status quo. And we’ll be happy--to poke the bear in the weepy eye with our little slings and arrows of opinionated fury. Resolve this. Electeds, corporate heads, and other T-Town power play wannabes, we’re coming for ya all over again in twenty seventeen.

That’s a resolution you can take to the bank. The others? Make ours a double latte, pass us the Farty Stinkfinger, buckle yer seat belt and keep hands and feet inside the car at all times.

Twenty Seventeen should prove to be a helluva ride.

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Shots Tough-talking ladies run Toledo’s deepest dive bars

ant a cocktail menu? Looking to order something Instagram-friendly?

Well, buddy, these ain’t your kind of places.

But if you want a cheap beer— accompanied by a shot on the side— and friendly regulars, head to these neighborhood dive bars. With low lights and relaxed atmosphere, these watering holes raise spirits. Frills and fluff are excluded.

Dive in and check out the assortment of liquors— mainly whiskey— and the grumpy, old men— veteran patrons perched at their favorite stools— then meet the MVPs` women bartenders. These ladies open beers, pour drinks, give advice, crack comebacks like whips, kick out unruly men twice their size and put up with a string of undeserved invectives— all in one night, and all while holding a smile.

Want respect at a dive? Give them respect. The women tending bar at dive bars are tough cookies. It’s up to you if they’re going to be sweet.

Crox Bar & Grill 1776 Arlington Ave. 419-469-8875 11am-2:30am facebook.com/crox-bar-and-grill

Michelle Teets Years at present bar: 3 1/2 years Bar experience: This is my second bartending job.

My first one was 15 years ago in a hotel bar.

Daffy’s Thirsty Duck

What does it take to tend bar here? You have to have thick skin, big time. I’m the comedian here, I’m the entertainment. I try to be fun. I throw ice cubes at people. If they’re mean to me, I’m mean to them. If they cuss me out, I cuss them out and then we’re friends the next day.

I’m fun, but I have a short fuse.

Shannon Fakkas Years at present bar: First week of October.

Bar experience: Nope.

How do you get rid of unruly customers? Nobody wants to leave the party. But we have a liquor license until 2:30am. I tell people, I’m not going to lose my job for anybody. So I would take their beers and push them out the door if I had to. We have a list of people who are barred (banned). They’ll start off at 30 days and sometimes we bar (ban) them permanently.

What does it take to tend bar here? Sass. Lots and lots of sass.

How do you get rid of unruly customers? You yell really loudly.

And then you have everyone else send them off.

What’s your craziest story? There was an argument going on and a guy grabbed another guy by his throat and put him on the wall. It was settled pretty quickly when Larry (the owner) came out and separated them.

What’s your craziest story? It was my second day here, and this doesn’t happen all the time, but there was this guy who was in the Centurions motorcycle gang. And he was getting out (of the gang). He owed them money, and they wanted their vest back. They tracked him down to the bar, stopped here and beat the living crap out of him.

5134 Lewis Ave. 419-476-2122 6:30am-2:30am facebook.com/daffysthirstyduck

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Rocky’s Bar 4020 Secor Rd. 419-472-1996 4pm-2pm facebook.com/rockysrules

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Tia Cherry

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Years at present bar: 6 years Bar experience: On and off for 15 years.

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What does it take to tend bar here? This is a really good place to work, so just show up and have fun.

How do you get rid of unruly customers?

You just have to have a line. And when somebody crosses it, they have to go. But I’ve never put my hands on anybody. I’ve yelled a little‌

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What’s your craziest story?

Not here, but one time one of our regulars decided to strip naked in the middle of the bar for no reason. In front of the front door. And it was also a restaurant. That guy had to be removed.

Crafting a Beer-Lover’s Dream Third annual Winter Brewfest coming to Fifth Third Field

By Jeff McGinnis

Raise a glass, Glass City area craft beer enthusiasts. Literally hundreds of samples will be available at the third annual Toledo Walleye Winter Brewfest, coming to Fifth Third Field on Saturday, January 14.

Happy Hour Starts at 3pm!

The event will feature over 250 craft brews, from nearly 50 local and national breweries. Each attendee will receive “taste tickets� for brew samples. Live entertainment will enliven the festivities.

Tapping in The Brewfest began in 2015 as an event to spotlight the burgeoning craft beer marketplace. “We conceived of a beer festival years ago, but didn’t envision it being as big as it has become,� said Joe Welker, Mud Hens catering director. “We certainly didn’t figure it would be that big right off the rip in the first year.�

The festival has drawn upwards of 2,000 attendees in each of its first few years, and Welker said he could see it drawing double that in the future. “We do pre-sales, so we had a pretty good bead on what we were going to do, but the walk-up sales were phenomenal,� Welker said.

Help from their friends Welker credits the vendors and breweries involved with making the undertaking more manageable. Local breweries such as the Black Cloister Brewing Company, Great Black Swamp and the Maumee Bay Brewing Company will have a large presence, while the event will also feature breweries from California, Colorado, Georgia and Vermont. “They bring the knowledge to the table,� Welker explains. “They bring depth with the brewery reps: there’s always somebody to give a description of a style or flavor from their brewery. So it expands beyond simply serving beer samples.� “We want everyone to have fun. That’s really what we do this for. Having the Mud Hens involved with it means that it can be that much bigger,� Welker said. “With the venue and the people involved, we can put on a big show that people can really enjoy.�

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26611 Dixie Hwy Perrysburg, River Place 419.872.1230 3302 Secor Rd. Between 1-475 & Central Ave. In front of Home Depot 419.536.0471

The 2017 Toledo Walleye Winter Brewfest will take place 5-9pm Saturday, January 14 at Fifth Third Field, with an after party at Fleetwood’s Tap Room and NINE. 419-725-4367. hensvilletoledo.com.

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Timberwolf Tavern

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The Thirsty Turtle

2604 Jutland Ave. 419-472-7970 Noon-1am facebook.com/pages/timberwolf

Julie Garczynski Years at present bar: 13 years Bar experience: 25 years

531 Oak St. 419-724-9526 11:30am-2am facebook.com/thirstyturtletoledo

What does it take to tend bar here? Anywhere, it takes patience and knowledge of your product and knowledge of your customers.

Beckie Yglesias

How do you get rid of unruly customers? Generally, your backup is your customers. Most people don’t have a problem, but if it gets that unruly, you just call 911.

Years at present bar: 1 1/2 years Bar experience: 20 years

What’s your craziest story? When I worked at Upper Deck, one time they forgot to book a band, and the entire staff had to get up and sing and dance on the stage all night to keep customers in there.

Diggers Again 2851 Tremainsville Rd. 419-283-0925 Noon-2am facebook.com/diggers-again

Kelly Snapp Years at present bar: Almost 3 years Bar experience: 18 years

What does it take to tend bar here? It takes a fun attitude and being efficient and skilled in making drinks.

South Side Liquor Box 1214 Broadway St. 419-917-9341 3pm-2:30am facebook.com/southsidelb

Melyssa Evans What does it take to tend bar here? You have to be tolerant.

How do you get rid of unruly customers? You just go along with it. It’s in fun, most of it. If it gets serious, you kick them out. Last week, I had a guy who, when he’s had too much, he gets “handsy.” I try to be nice… nicely mean.

What’s your craziest story? A guy I know came in, it was his birthday. I was busy so I didn’t notice he was drunk. I gave him a beer. He wanted more.

I said no. I had a bar full of people and he wouldn’t get off his bar stool. My teeth were clenched and I said, “Get out of my bar.” He wouldn’t leave, so I went over with another guy and drug him out the door. Everyone was singing “Happy Birthday” as we drug him out.

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How do you get rid of unruly customers? Tell them they can’t have any more drinks and ask them to leave. Sometimes they don’t like to go, but on Friday and Saturday nights there’s a bouncer. Or the cops have to be called.

What’s your craziest story? I had a party bus come in, in the middle of the afternoon, probably 10-12 people, and they all started fighting with each other. I ended up having to call the cops. Three went to the hospital that day.

Years at present bar: Couple months Bar experience: 14 years, several different bars in the area.

What does it take to tend bar here? People say stuff about my boobs, but I’m used to it, I’m immune to it. You gotta have patience, you gotta be willing to work with a variety of people. Whether they’re “thugged out” with grills (glitzy teeth coverings) or they look like they belong in a homeless shelter or they’re a stuck-up person.

How do you get rid of unruly customers? Tell them to leave, cuss them out if you have to. If they don’t leave, push the (panic) button, they leave real quick.

What’s your craziest story? I had a stalker. He followed me home.

Every time I’d work, he would just sit in there. But he would tip me $300-$400 a shift, so I dealt with it. We’ve got a taser back here, but we’ve never had to use it.

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Hoen’s Garden Center & Landscaping Deck the halls with a bounty of botanical beauties sure to keep the season bright all year long. Shop this familyowned business for unique miniature and fairy garden plants and accessories to bring magic into the home; explore the breathtaking beauty found in the succulent and terrarium department, or opt for fresh greens, crisp pine scents, Meyer lemons and more during the holidays.

For gifts, Hoen’s offers bulb kits and other easy options so you can bring a floral accent into anyone’s home— no matter whether or not they have a green thumb.

1710 Perrysburg-Holland Rd., Holland.

419-865-6566. hoensgardencenter.com 9am-7pm, Monday-Saturday. 11am-7pm, Sunday.

Belamere Suites Tripadvisor ranked Belamere Suites as one of the 10th Most Romantic Hotels in the United States, and we’re inclined to agree— our readers have voted this boutique hotel the Best Romantic Getaway ten years in a row. With Jacuzzi Suites, pools, wine baskets, luxurious accommodations, and plenty of rose petals, we think this stylish get-a-way is the best way to celebrate a new year with your partner.

12200 Williams Rd., Perrysburg, 419-874-2233. belameresuites.com

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Culinary Meat Is The Menu At The Log Cabin Tavern

When you overhear that diners have driven in from hours away just to eat at a restaurant, it sets a certain expectation and excitement. The Log Cabin Tavern is buried in rural NW Ohio, but it operates like the best big city eateries: thoughtful food and lots of it. And while the place has been around since the ‘30s, as primarily a bar that served burgers, it has now become a foodie hub.

Such evolution makes the Log Cabin Tavern a work-in-progress in more ways than one. Be sure to check out the amazing patio and artful flourishes— the tables beneath the stained-glass in the eaves are hand-shaped and the bar is hand-poured concrete from Hunter’s brick remanufacturing plant. Meyer says the restaurant was a very different place a year ago, as it continues to be transformed. Wait to see what they come up with next.

The Appetizers Backwood Chips Adding pulled pork to these nachos offsets all the healthy, fresh vegetables that top the standard appetizer. And while it would be a pleasant app on its own, the upcharge meat addition makes this dish magnificent. Combining jalapenos with BBQ is a newer style that pairs fantastically.

Fools Gold Not the standard “loaded french fries,” these heaping, thick-cut steak fries are coated in cheese and an absolute mountain of bacon, setting the bar high for the rest of the meal.

The Entrées Bullseye Ribeye You can tell this place cares about this cut of meat, the most popular item on the menu. Aged for

Friday 1.9

Healthy homegrown food isn’t just available during the warmer seasons. The Winter Market allows many to buy vegetables during the winter season in an indoor heated environment. Every Saturday in Dec, from 9am-1pm.525 Market Street.419- 255-6765. toledofarmersmarket.com. Free

Brandywine Country Club invites you to eat four courses of delicious food complemented with four different wines. This event is open to the public. 6pm. $45. Brandywine Country Club.

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

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Friday 1.13

Toledo Farmers Market: Winter Market Toledo Farmers Market

Reinventing good food in Liberty Center

By Jeff Klima

In 2014, local businessman Glenn Hunter bought the dormant building (that had been affected by a fire), to make it a destination eatery in Liberty Center, bringing in Executive Chef/General Manager David Meyer to develop the food options. Meyer has since trimmed down an “all over the place” menu and focused on a few choice entrées. Hunter’s latest addition is a brick oven for pizzamaking, flown in from Italy. You might not think that BBQ and pizza go together exactly, but then you haven’t experienced smoked meats served on dough crisply cooked.

Saturday 12.24 and Saturday 12.31

Toledo GROWs Market Stand Toledo GROWs

Toledo GROWs is offering a market stand that provides locally grown vegetables, greens, and herbs. 11am. 900 Oneida St. 419-720-8714. toledogarden.org/toledogrows. Free

Friday 12.23

A Tea Celebrating Winter Traditions in Merrie Olde England Sweet Shalom Tea Room

Enjoy an afternoon in Olde England. Sweet Shalom Tea takes the images of old England to inspire their December tea. Sit next to a warm fire as your drink tea and eat traditional English desserts. 11am. $23.95. 8216 Erie Street. 419297-9919. sweetshalomtearoom.com.

Friday 12.23 -Sunday 12.25 21 days, the ribeye has a perfect sear to it— brown on the outside, beautiful pinkish-red interior of well-marbled flesh, a true carnivore’s delight.

Nutty Pigs Unbelievably succulent were these pork chops. Thick white meat, not at all dry, these twin hunks of swine come bathed in a maple bacon reduction sauce and absolutely covered in whole walnuts. Knock through the walnuts to get to the meat, then add them to every bite.

CowPie Chef Dave doesn’t mess around. The CowPie is good brick-oven pizza, thin and crispy (just that perfect amount of burn to the bottom), and absolutely loaded with toppings. On the CowPie, those toppings include smoked prime rib, beef tenderloin and Gouda cheese, so you can imagine how rich the flavor is. This is how kings eat.

Poor Man The sandwich you wish you could have made when you came home hungry after school as a kid. If you love bologna, the hunk served up here is incredibly thick and complements both the pickles and the cheddar cheese.

The Desserts This is heartbreaking. As it turns out, each of the desserts are entirely handmade on-site daily by one of the “front end girls,” Diane. If you want something sweet, like their Peanut Butter Pie or Blondie Brownie, you have to get there early, before they sell out.

Be sure to time your visit to experience the BBQ options they add to the menu Thursday-Sunday, beginning between 3-4pm (good BBQ is an art, not a science).

Taste of the Market The Andersons Market

The Andersons offers an opportunity to taste something new! Taste of the Market will have food for sampling available from the deli, bakery produce and specialty food departments. 11am.

The Andersons. 530 Illinois Ave. 419-891-2700. andersonsstore.com. Free

Saturday 1.24

Brunch at The Flying Joe The Flying Joe

The Flying Joe invites you to join them on a taste journey you will never forget. Their locally roasted specialty coffee and food by Chef Deborah will create one fantastic brunch. 10am. $5-$10. 2130 Preston Pkwy, Perrysburg.

419-931-0273. theflyingjoe.com.

Saturday 12.31

Wine and Dine Walt Churchill’s Market

Celebrate the New Year with a five course dinner with wines to complement each course.

Reservations are required due to limited seating.

2pm. $150. 3320 Briarfield Blvd, Maumee.

419-794-4000. waltchurchillsmarket.com.

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Sunday Brunch at Brandywine Brandywine Country Club

Celebrate the new year with a buffet style brunch at Brandywine Country Club. 10am. $12.

Brandywine Country Club. 6904 Salisbury Rd. Maumee. 419-865-2393. brandywinecc.com.

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A Cup ‘o Kindness Tea: Celebrating Robert Burns and All Things Scottish Sweet Shalom Tea Room

Honor the birth of Scottish poet Robert Burns with an afternoon tea, next to the warm fire while listening to poetry and Scottish music.

There will be a menu of Scottish pastries and appetizers. 2:30pm. $22.95/ per guest, $14.95/ children six and under. 8216 Erie Street, Sylvania. 419-297-9919. sweetshalomtearoom.com.

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Bourbon Trail Dinner Smoke Bar BQ

Come enjoy a 4 course dinner featuring a New York Strip and a skewer of sea scallops with potato as the main course. The meal also includes a wedge salad and bourbon cheesecake bites for dessert. We’ll feature 1 of our 30 bourbons and a bourbon cocktail. Limited seating available. R.S.V.P. 6pm. $35. 2556 Tremainsville.

419-214-0404. Find Smoke Bar BQ on Facebook page facebook.com/smokebarbq/

Tastings Thursday 12.22

Wine Tasting Cork’s Wine and liquor

Cork’s Wine and liquor offers a taste from their large selection of wines. Featuring Cristal, Krug, Dom Perignon, and more. Wine tastings repeat every Thursday at 6pm. Price varies on the wines being tasted. 27250 Crossroads, Rossford.

419-872-6800. corkswineandliquor.com.

Friday 12.23

Beer Tasting Corks Wine and Liquor

Corks Wine and Liquor encourages you to find your new favorite brew at their beer tastings.

Beer tastings repeat every Friday at 6pm. Price varies on the beers being tasted. Cork’s Wine and Liquor. 27250 Crossroads, Rossford.

419-872-6800. corkswineandliquor.com.

Friday 12.23

Beer and Wine Tastings Walt Churchill’s Market

Jeff Stroud from Natural States will bring some seasonal drinks to taste. 4pm. Prices vary for tastings. 26625 N. Dixie Hwy, Perrysburg.

419-794-4000. waltchurchillsmarket.com.

Thursday 12.29

Grower Champagne Tasting Zinful

Vintner Select featuring Grower Champagnes will be available for tasting. Learn which champagne should be used at your own New Year’s Eve Celebration. 5pm. Prices vary on tasting. Zinful.

218 Louisiana Ave, Perrysburg. 419-931-9946. zinfulwine.com.

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11am-11pm, Monday-Saturday; 11am-10pm, Sunday. T464 County Rd. 3., Liberty Center.

419-832-0500. logcabintavern.net

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Grower’s Champagne Tasting Walt Churchill’s Market

Tricia Rasar from Vinter Selects will provide tastings of the perfect champagne for your New Year’s Eve celebration. Prices vary for tastings.26625 N. Dixie Hwy, Perrysburg.

419-794-4000. waltchurchillsmarket.com.

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With a town this diverse, picking one taste of Toledo is impossible. So nibble on some of our city’s favorite, locally made snacks — the crunch of Almondina, the creamy, peanut butter and chocolate of Marsha’s Homemade Buckeyes, the tangy flavor of Garlic Expressions Dressing & Marinade, or Tony Packo’s Original Pickles & Peppers.

Combine these hometown originals, and more, in a gift basket by Taste of Toledo. The locally owned store offers a variety of Toledo-made products perfect for showing off Toledo pride. Delivery in the Toledo area and most suburbs is $8-$15.

Areas outside the Toledo area will be shipped UPS. Taste of Toledo Gift Basket & Gifts (at Levis Commons), 3110 Chappel Dr., 419-861-4438. tasteoftoledo.com —AC

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Hop over and get your fill Sure, you’ll be prepared with champagne for the moment the clock strikes midnight on New Year’s Eve, but what about the hours before the ball drops? Sip on the better bubbly by stocking your party with 32oz howlers and 64oz growlers of locally brewed craft beer.

Bring your own growler and hop over to Black Frog Brewery for Party Prep: Growlers and Howlers to get your fill of their four brews available in the taproom: Frogalicious, Flying Frog, Cream of the Frog and Amphibian Pale Ale. Since the brewery will be closed during the holiday weekend, this will be your last chance of the year to stock up on Black Frog’s beers before they reopen on Friday, January 6. 5-8pm Thursday, December 29. Regular taproom hours: 4:3010pm, Friday and 3-10pm, Saturday. Black Frog Brewery, 831 S. McCord Rd., 419-389-7136. blackfrogbrewery.com —AC

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Shakespeare discussion

“If music be the food of love, play on,” Shakespeare wrote for his character Orsino in Twelfth Night. At Midweek Shakespeare, an ongoing series in the Libbey Court, a sampling of the Bard’s sonnets, plus famous scenes from plays and other inspired works, will be discussed. You would be a welcome addition to an assorted collective drawn from the Toledo School for the Arts, the Actors Collective of Toledo, the University of Toledo and many more. For what are actors without an audience to cheer them on? 2-3pm.

Wednesday, January 4. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free –JK

Singing the seasons

From unknown New Jersey kids to international pop superstars, Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons followed the journey to fame and success. For all their harmony onstage, the real drama happened offstage. The Tony Award-winning musical Jersey Boys hits the stage, featuring over 30 classic tunes, including “Big Girls Don’t Cry” and “Sherry.” Listen as the boys tell their story through song in the upbeat, rockin’ musical. 7:30pm, Tuesday, January 10 through Thursday, January 12; 8pm, Friday and Saturday, January 13 and 14; 7:30pm, Sunday, January 15 (2pm matinee shows on Saturday and Sunday). $38-$98.

Stranahan Theater, 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd., 419-381-8851. stranahantheater.org –CP

UPCOMING New Years Eve Comedy Show & Dinner Buffet

TRY SOMETHING NEW FOR NYE! J Bliss, Rocky Dale Davis, & Zach Martina Live Music at Fat Blue by Fusion Band Call (419)931-3474 for Reservations

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You will do better in Toledo coloring book now available in stores

By Jordan Killam John Amato, founder of beloved local screen printing company, Jupmode, teamed up with his wife, artist and teacher Maura Meyers Amato, to create a hand-drawn coloring book filled with Toledo landmarks. The Toledo City Paper caught up with Maura to learn more about the You Will do better in Toledo book.

How did the idea for this project come about? The coloring book was John’s idea. He became interested in the concept after I had been experimenting with interactive paint-by-number-style murals. Since my work is primarily black and white, it was a natural transition into coloring book illustrations. We chose what to feature in the book by asking family and friends. We tried to pick locations from different regions of Toledo that were compositionally interesting. We wanted to choose places that were historically significant, culturally relevant, and homegrown establishments that make people proud of our area.

How did you collaborate with Jupmode on this project? I spent two to three hours per drawing and additional time gathering reference pictures. Jupmode then handled page layouts, organization and other logistics. It’s a great gift and conversation piece for everyone who pages through it.

Compare the process of making a coloring book and the process of making a mural? The coloring book and mural processes are pretty similar. They both start with a scale drawing of the subject matter in pen. A mural takes things one step further when it is projected and then painted onto a wall. Conceptually, a huge challenge was narrowing down a list of places to include in the book.

How does the coloring book exemplify the message of “You will do better in Toledo”? This coloring book shows how “You will do better in Toledo,” providing reasons to want to be here! Great Metroparks that let us explore the Ohio landscape, historical sites to investigate and admire, local businesses that we feel good about supporting, sporting events that bring family and friends together, schools that help shape our worldview. Completing this book was a great reminder for me of how lucky we are to have all of these fantastic resources at our fingertips. I hope that these illustrations will be a reminder of what a great community of people and places we have here.

The coloring books, $18, can be purchased online at jupmode.com, at the retail store, 2022 Adams St. and at The Art Supply Depo, 29 S St. Clair St.

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Uncovering identity

Do you long for the passion and excitement of youth and freedom? YouTube star John Green has made a career out of writing on these tropes. The Toledo Book Club is meeting to discuss Green’s Paper Towns, the 2015 bestselling follow-up to his smash success, The Fault In Our Stars. When Quentin Jacobsen’s crush, the enigmatic Margot Roth Spiegelman, climbs in his window one night and asks him to go on a series of adventures, he’s elated. But when she disappears shortly thereafter, he is tasked with finding out where she went. Though she has left a series of clues to her disappearance— will the shy boy solve the mystery? Meet and discuss with other enthusiastic readers. 7pm.

Thursday, January 5. Panera Bread, 491 W. Dussell Dr., Maumee. 419-897-7800. meetup.com/bookclub-641 Free

Book talk Share your love of reading and unique insights with the Toledo Lucas County Public Library’s Book Club. The second Wednesday of every month, the group meets to discuss interesting literary works by emerging authors. This month’s selection will be Bettyville by George Hodgman. A memoir, Bettyville tells of the cultured Hodgman leaving his beloved New York City to care for his aging mother in Paris. New participants are always welcome. Copies of each month’s selection are available at the branch one month prior to the discussion. 10-11am.

Wednesday, January 11. Maumee Branch Auditorium A and B, 501 River Rd., Maumee. 419-259-5360. toledolibrary.org Free –JK

Hero worship Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. bridged the gap between races without resorting to violence. Dedicating an entire week to study and celebration of the African-American activist, The Toledo Lucas County Public Library is inviting families, teens and history enthusiasts of all ages to share in its exhibit to the memory of the great man. Photographs, books and other artifacts will be on display for the week leading up to the holiday commemorating his birthday. 9am-8:30pm.

Starts Monday, January 9. Main Branch, 325 N. Michigan Ave., 419-259-5200. toledolibrary.org Free

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Winter art extravaganza Bead it!

Last second Christmas gifts abound at this bead and jewelry trunk show featuring local jewelry maker Susan Matych-Hager’s wares. Bonita Bead Boutique is a full-service bead shop that offers repairs on jewelry and crafting tutorials. 10am-7pm, Monday-Thursday; 10am-6pm, Friday; 10am-5pm, Saturday.

Noon-3pm, Sundays (holiday hours only). Through Sunday, December 31. Bonita Bead Boutique, 215 Conant St., Maumee. 419-887-4000. bonitabeadboutique.com Free

A holiday tradition, The Great Art Escape aims to make the end of the year fun with a full week of events that range from glassblowing displays and drawing classes with a live model to puppet making and games for kids. Musical performances include African drumming and Dutch cabinet organ performances. Want to see the Museum as you’ve never seen it before? After closing hours on Dec. 27 and 28, take the flashlight tour, a family-friendly, docentled tour through the art, in the dark. 10am-4pm, Saturday, December 24; 10am-4pm, Saturday, December 31; Noon-5pm, Sunday, January 1. Hours, dates of events vary. Flashlight tour is $5, tickets required; all other events free. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St., 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org –JK

Stripped down

Want to take your art to the next level? Get back to basics by stripping down and starting with the body. On six consecutive Saturdays, spend three hours learning the how to draw the human figure during a class offered by a classically trained portrait artist. During instructor Jennifer Giovannucci’s Anatomy Drawing for the Artist, students will enhance their understanding of the body through a combination of lecture, bone studies and drawing from a nude model. This in-depth lesson will be held in Giovannucci’s private studio in The Davis Building. For more information, such as what materials students should bring, see online. Registration is required. Ages 18+ (serious younger students accepted with parental permission. 1-4pm, Saturday, January 14, 21, 28 and February 4, 11, 18. The Davis Building, 151 N. Michigan St., 419-720-6462. artsupplydepo.com

Saturday, 12.24 Crafting Meet-up - Have you wanted to try

sewing, knitting scrapbooking or other crafting activities? Gathering Volumes bookstore offers classes ranging from beginner to expert. Join like-minded people as you learn new crafting techniques. 10am. Gathering Volumes, 196 E. South Boundary., Perrysburg. 567-336-6188. gatheringvolumes.com. Free

Thursday, 12.29 Intro to Alcohol Inks - This class will show you techniques on using alcohol inks.

You will learn how to use these inks on different surfaces such as paper, glass plastic and tile. It is required to bring your own Alcohol Ink, which is available for purchase at The Art Supply Depo.

Please register in advance. Noon-2:30pm. $30.

The Art Supply Depo, 29 S. St. Clair St., 419-7206462. artsupplydepo.com.

Friday, 12.30 Botanical Drawing Class - Love flowers, plants, and gardening? Interested in botany?

Love to draw? Then this is the class for you!

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Get crafty

You already know about the awesomeness that is Handmade Toledo, but did you know that you can sign up for workshops to indulge your craft side? of paperDENIMart will offer tricks of the collage trade as you integrate fabric and paper to make something truly unique that you can take home. An assortment of craft options includes nesting dolls, birds, bees, bugs and more. All ages and skill levels are welcome. The workshop fee includes light refreshments. Feel free to BYOB (including booze). 6-8:30pm. Wednesday, January 4.

Handmade Toledo Maker Shoppe, 1717 Adams St. 419-214-1717. handmadetoledo.com

traditional art form, examine the structure of specimen plants and render your favorites as graphite artwork. Ages 16+. Please register in advance. 10am-1pm. $40. The Art Supply Depo. 29 S. St. Clair St., 419-720-6462. artsupplydepo.com.

Saturday, 12.31 GD+B New Year’s 2017 - Celebrate

Graphic Design + Build’s birthday during their annual New Year’s extravaganza. The builders are known for cooking up some seriously cool party installations, so this is a party the creatively-minded can’t miss. This year’s theme is boardwalk. 9pm-3am. $20/pre-sale at the shop, $30/at the door. Graphic Design + Build, 15 N. Huron St., graphitedandb.com.

Friday, 1.6 Red Bird Art Walk - More than 20 art

venues, businesses and restaurants will be hosting openings, exhibitions and special events.

The event will take you around the Red Bird Arts District. Each stop throughout the district will have something unique to offer. 5pm. Red Bird Arts District. 5632 N. Main St., Sylvania.

419-517-0118. redbirdarts.org. Free

TSA Alumni First Friday - Come see how

much students from the Toledo School for the Arts have grown during the First Friday. Enjoy a gallery opening and reception at 6:30pm and live music at 7pm. Toledo School for the Arts, 333 14th St., 419-246-8732. ts4arts.org. Free

Saturday, 1.7 Fundamentals of Portrait Drawing for Teens - This six-week workshop introduces

junior high and high school students to the basic techniques of portrait drawing. Students will paint each others’ faces, and their own by looking in the mirror. Six consecutive Saturdays: Jan 7, 14, 21, 28 and February 4 and 11.

Please register in advance. 2-4pm. $120. The Art Supply Depo. 29 S. St. Clair St., 419-720-6462. artsupplydepo.com.

Lecture: The Libbey, “Fashioning the Story” - Marissa Stevenson, Toledo Museum

of Art conservation intern and curator of The Libbey Dolls exhibition will discuss the fashion figures acquired by the Museum in 1917 and the exhibit itself. 2-3pm. The Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St., 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org. Free

Ongoing: Mary Jane Erard: Small Pastel Works-

Mary Jane Erard is a regionally-recognized pastel artist who has had her work published in the book, “Best of Pastel Painters.” Her work will be on display through the end of January. The Art Supply Depo, 29 S. St. Clair St., 419-720-6462. . Free

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Since graduating from the Toledo School for the Arts in 2008, Gray has worked as a career musician.

Dominick Gray’s project, Telesonic 9000, is a collection of visual and auditory nostalgia—rounded out with a percussive prowess that’s impossible to miss. His multimedia experience is curated in a way that ties the past to the future, and subtly taps into various parts of the mind all at once.

Around the World

A 2008 graduate of Toledo School for the Arts, Gray subsequently moved to Chicago and worked with the Blue Man Group for several years. In 2014, he relocated to Berlin, where he’s an active freelance musician and music teacher. “I’ve been drumming with different bands here, and occasionally giving lessons for about the last two and a half years,” he said.

Before venturing overseas, he sought opportunities; “I knew some people living here, plus there’s a Blue Man Group out here, so I knew I’d be able to rub elbows with them. It seemed to be the most opportune place to go,” he explains. One of his main projects in Germany is drumming with the folk-pop group Alright Gandhi.

Version 2.0

Last December he performed at The FARM (formerly Bozarts). This year he’ll be back to deliver a new version of his musical vision on December 22nd at the Glass Pavilion.

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Though he’s a percussionist first, he presents more than a display of technical ability.

“I do all the research and video editing,” he says. “About 60 percent of the music is mine and the rest is from people I’ve worked with. One is a remix from a band I used to play with, another is from a hip hop record I produced, so I’ve had a creative hand in all of it.”

Multiple Interests

Dominick explains, Telesonic 9000 is “a mix of everything I’m into. I’ve always had an interest in film and filmmaking, so I’ve put together a show that works whether people want to dance to it or sit and stare at it.”

And his sound as a solo artist continues to evolve. “This year, I’ll be taking it further with the videos, exploring some new visual and thematic concepts,” he says. “I’m still using the public domain archive films, so there’s still the retro-futuristic aesthetic. But this time around there will quite a bit of new material, and I’m experimenting with a different percussion setup.”

Dominick Gray will perform live at the Toledo Museum of Art’s GlasSalon 6:30-9pm. Thursday, December 22.

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

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Highlighted events indicates our picks for the week

wed, Dec 21 Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

Frankies: Palisades, Sylar, Artwork, Blindwish, The Harbor Divide Treo One2 Lounge: The Shutters, Gramza Project Ottawa Tavern: Palisades, Sylar, Blindwish, Artwork, The Harbor Divide, After The Ashes Bier Stube: Karaoke The Claddagh: Name That Tune Swig: Rick Caswell & Issac Synder Ye Olde Cock’N Bull: Danny Mettler 5th Street Pub: Amelia Airharts

Country & Bluegrass

Ye Olde Durty Bird: Minglewood Labor Camp

Jazz, Blues, R&B

Degage Jazz Cafe: Gene Parker Jazz Jamm

Thurs, Dec 22 Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

Cocoa House Lounge: Jessica Kuohn, Dustin Caddarette The Village Idiot: The Mustard Brothers w/ Mike Merritt Treo One2 Lounge: Polka Floyd The Blarney Irish Pub: Kyle White Sodbusters: Ragtime Rick & His Chefs of Dixieland Swig: Sarah Brosch Bar 145: Adubb Ye Olde Cock’N Bull: Captain Sweet Shoes

Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

Ottawa Tavern: Ian Reiter Bronze Boar: Jason Hudson Mutz Sports Bar: Karaoke Papa’s Tavern: Bobby and Frankie May Bier Stube: Karaoke Homeslice Toledo: Dooley Wilson

Classical & Spiritual

Toledo Museum of Art: Dominick Gray

Jazz, Blues, R&B

Degage Jazz Cafe: Hector Mendoza Ye Olde Durty Bird: Petr Kharchenko Trio

Fri, Dec 23 Country & Bluegrass

Table Forty 4: Last Born Sons Bar 145: Mike “MAD DOG” Adams

Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

AJ Doolittles: Sidekick The Village Idiot: The Social Animals, Baccano Hollywood Casino: Totally 80’s - 80’s Tribute Band Bronze Boar: Fling Barrs Public House: Muddy Treo One2 Lounge: Rick Caswell & The Soup Kitchen Band Ottawa Tavern: Blue Walls, Shell, Equipment, The Swim Team The Blarney Irish Pub: Toast & Jam Bier Stube: Boffo, Karaoke Papa’s Tavern: Imposters In Effect The Claddagh: Caveman and the Dinosaurs Sodbusters: Fish Fisher Martini n Nuzzi’s: Distant Cousins The Distillery: Noisey Neighbors Dorr Street Cafe: Scott Fish Bar 145: The Killer Flamingos The Rock’N Whiskey Saloon: Black Swamp Rebels Ye Olde Cock’N Bull: Barile and May, Beg to Differ Handmade Toledo: Rock Show Realm: Kommunity Service, Subterranean, Peanutbutter Williams Howard’s Club H: Eskimo Medicine, Fewer Crooks, Baccano, Weak Little Ears Woodland Mall: Broken Chains Church Friday Night High Octane

Jazz, Blues, R&B

Manhattan’s Pub ‘n Cheer: Michelle Shelton and Jason Quick Degage Jazz Cafe: Straight Up! Ye Olde Durty Bird: Bobby G and Friendz

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

Local Thyme:Jessica Kuohn with Ryan Dunlap Fleetwoods Tap Room: Andrew Ellis NINE: Jeff Stewart, Chris Shutters Swig: You Knew Me When

Sat, Dec 24

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

The Village Idiot: Andrew Ellis Fleetwoods Tap Room: Jason Hudson & John Potts Treo One2 Lounge: Tim Oehlers

Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

Bronze Boar: Joe Woods Hellcast Radio: Redlar and QueenBitch Bier Stube: Karaoke Howard’s Club H: Christmas Eve Open Mic Night Grumpy Daves Pub: karaoke

Jazz, Blues, R&B NINE: Quick Trio

Sun, Dec 25 Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

Bier Stube: Karaoke, Jam Night Swig: 6th Annual Christmas party with Chris and Mike Peters

Mon, Dec 26 Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

Hollywood Casino: Venyx Bronze Boar: Kyle Smithers

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

Treo One2 Lounge: Chris Shutters & Matt Havers

tues, Dec 27 Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

Hollywood Casino: Boogie Dynamite (70’s Disco) Bier Stube: Karaoke Sukit Hookah: Breaking Ground Woodland Mall: Broken Chains Church Friday Night High Octane

Classical & Spiritual

Toledo Museum of Art: Susan Craig, JP Dynasty

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

Jazz, Blues, R&B

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

Degage Jazz Cafe: Dan Palmer Ye Olde Durty Bird: Swingmania

fri, Dec 30 Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

Majestic Oak Winery: Carolyn Hock Treo One2 Lounge: Ind’grass Backyard BBQ: Zak Ward Barr’s Public House: Jason LaPorte The Distillery: Ryan Dunlap Bier Stube: Karaoke Doc Watson’s: Andrew Ellis Swig: King Size Drag Ye Olde Cock’N Bull: Barile and May

Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

Table Forty 4: Double Tap Hollywood Casino: Collision Six Bar 145: Cross Eyed Willie Frankies: Destroying Patterns, Milkman, Life Before Us, Left In Ruin, Bear Bao Ottawa Tavern: Tiger Sex, The Unmarked The Bronze Boar: Sun Raising Martini n Nuzzi’s: Zack Attack Fleetwoods Tap Room: Jeff Stewart The Blarney Irish Pub: Arctic Clam Ye Olde Durty Bird: The Reese Daily Band Howard’s Club H- Mind’s Eye View, Sump Pump Sluts, Splitt Second, DownTown Brown, The Kerplunks Grumpy Daves Pub: DJ Rob and the Crew United Methodist Church: Allegiance Music Ministries Aces High Merch: Citizen, Tilte Fight, Free at Last Backyard BBQ: Overton Project Woodland Mall: Broken Chains Church Friday Night High Octane

Ye Olde Durty Bird: Quick Trio Degage Jazz Cafe: Gene Parker Jazz Jamm

sat, Dec 31 Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

Jazz, Blues, R&B

Jazz, Blues, R&B

Hollywood Casino: My Sister Sarah The Four Horsemen: Tim Oehlers Ye Olde Durty Bird: Ross Thompson Bier Stube: Karaoke The Claddagh: Name That Tune Swig: Rick Caswell & Issac Synder Ye Olde Cock’N Bull: Danny Mettler 5th Street Pub: Jeff Stewart

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

Sodbusters: Ragtime Rick & His Chefs of Dixieland Bar 145: Angel tipping and Bob Stevens

Country & Bluegrass

Degage Jazz Cafe: Gene Parker Jazz Jamm

thurs, Dec 29 Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

Hollywood Casino: Arctic Clam Bronze Boar: Jason Hudson Treo One2 Lounge: Shane Piasecki The Blarney Irish Pub: Jeff Stewart Bier Stube: Karaoke Bar 145: DJ Adubb Swig: Dan Stewart Papa’s Tavern: Bobby and Frankie May Mutz Sports Bar: Karaoke

Classical & Spiritual

Toledo Museum of Art: Anne Doefler

Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

Bier Stube: Karaoke Swig: Rick Caswell & Issac Synder Woodland Mall: Broken Chains Church Friday Night High Octane

Classical & Spiritual

Rosary Cathedral: Christmas Carol Sing

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

Sodbusters: Ragtime Rick & His Chefs of Dixieland Pat & Dandy’s: Don Coats

Wed, Jan 4 Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

Pat & Dandy’s: Johnny Rodriguez, Name That Tune

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

Ye Olde Cock n Bull: Danny Mettler 5th Street Pub: Dave Carpnetar

Classical & Spiritual

United Methodist Church: TrebleMakers

thurs, Jan 5 Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

Treo One2 Lounge: Barile & May

Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

tues, Jan 3

Jazz, Blues, R&B

Table Forty 4: Sugar Pax The Village Idiot: Kentucky Chrome Hollywood Casino: “LIGHTS OUT” Tribute To Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons The Quarry Pub: 23 Southbound The Blarney Irish Pub: Black Swamp Rebels Ye Olde Durty Bird: The New Fashioned Hellcast Radio: Redlar and QueenBitch Bier Stube: Karaoke Bar 145: Dj Manny & Dj Adubb Grumpy Daves Pub: The Dan and Don Show The Distillery: Dueling DJ’s Ye Olde Cock’N Bull: Artic Clam Martini n Nuzzi’s: My 80’s Vice Chasers- Larkin, DJ A.k, Fazetone Realm: Peanutbutter Williams, Ian Thomas, Virgil Garcia & Joseph Crawford Ziggy’s: DJ Wess Ross Fatfish Blue: J Bliss, Rocky Dale Davis and Zach Martina

wed, Dec 28

Swig: Andrew Ellis

Classical & Spiritual

NINE: Estar Cohen Degage Jazz Cafe: Travis Aukerman

Jazz, Blues, R&B

Bier Stube: Karaoke

Manhattan’s Pub ‘n Cheer: Duet To-It (featuring Dusty Lane and Jessica Kuohn) Bier Stube: Karaoke Papa’s Tavern: Bobby and Frankie May Chateau Tebeau Winery: Open Mic Night Mutz Sports Bar: Karaoke

Toledo Museum of Art: Terry Janowski

Bronze Boar: Ryan Dunlap Treo One2 Lounge: Tim Oehlers Papa’s Tavern: Adam SoRelle Swig: Andrew Ellis Doc Watsons: Zak WArd

mon, Jan 2

Fleetwoods Tap Room: Andrew Ellis Barr’s Public House: Ryan Dunlap Ye Olde Cock’N Bull: Captain Sweet Shoes

Degage Jazz Cafe: Gene Parker Band Fatfish Blue: FU5ION

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

Treo One2 Lounge: Buzz Anderson Project

Classical & Spiritual

Toledo Museum of Art: Dr. Pamela Stover

sun, Jan 1 Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

Bier Stube: Karaoke, Jam Night

Classical & Spiritual

Toledo Museum of Art: Martha Esbin

Ye Olde Cock n Bull: Captain Sweet Shoes Cocoa House: Zak Ward

Classical & Spiritual

United Methodist Church: Chancel Choir

fri, Jan 6 Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

Ottawa Tavern: Balance Bird wsg Bliss Nova, Human Juicebox & Little Pink Frankies: The Waltz, Tear Off/Clean Up, Splitt Second, Just Shy Of, Trash Cat The Blarney Irish Pub: Kentucky Chrome Mail Pouch Saloon: Duet To-It (featuring Dusty Lane and Jessica Kuohn) Shawn’s Irish Tavern: Dragonfly, Adam SoRelle Bier Stube: The Cheeks, Karaoke Realm: DJ Endo Majestic Oak Winery: Mike’s with Mics Ye Olde Cock n Bull: Not Fast Enuff Woodland Mall: Broken Chains Church Friday Night High Octane Pat & Dandy’s: Red Neck Agenda

Classical & Spiritual

Toledo School For the Arts: Toledo School for the Arts Alumni Toledo Museum of Art: Sonia and Omaldo Perez

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

Majestic Oak Winery: Mikes With Mics Black Cloister Brewery: Taunting Giants Sodbusters: Andrew Ellis Ye Olde Cock n Bull: Barile and May Basin Street Grill: Zak Ward

Sat, Jan 7 Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

Frankies: I, Embodiment wsg Population Control, 7 Minutes To Midnight Hollywood Casino: Faction Cleveland The Blarney Irish Pub: Joe Woods Band Bier Stube: Karaoke Chateau Tebeau Winery: J.D Owen

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Jazz, Blues, R&B

Ye Olde Durty Bird: 2015 IBC Finalist, The Good The Bad And The Blues

sun, Jan 8 Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

Bier Stube: Karaoke, Jam Night

Classical & Spiritual

Toledo Museum of Art: Joel Tse

TUES, Jan 10 Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

Bier Stube: Karaoke Woodland Mall: Broken Chains Church Friday Night High Octane

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic Swig: Andrew Ellis

Pat & Dandy’s: Don Coats

wed, Jan 11 Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

Bier Stube: Karaoke Swig: Rick Caswell & Issac Synder Pat & Dandy’s: Name That Tune

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

Ye Olde Cock n Bull: Danny Mettler 5th Street Pub: Dooley Wilson

Classical & Spiritual

Music for a new year

Soothing music might help your New Year’s Eve hangover? Bringing beautiful melancholia to the Great Gallery, The Antivillains are back for their third New Year’s Day performance, supporting the upcoming release of their EP, Anthems.

Joined by Michigan folk pop artist and founder of Earthwork Music and the Water Festival, Seth Bernard, the hometown group is performing as part of The Great Art Escape. The Antivillains promote the notion that there is good in all things, even unrequited love. 2pm. Sunday, January 1. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St., 419-255-8000. theantivillains.com Free –JK

Mike check

As if you needed another reason to go to a winery. Clap along with the upbeat unique groove of Mikes With Mics, a trio of casual rock musicians, all actually named Mike. With Mike Walkovitch and Mike Coulter on guitars and Mike Szafarowicz on percussion, you can grab a beer from the on-site Neon Groundhog Brewery and get mellow to the good vibes in the midst of sprawling vineyards. Hailing from Sylvania, these local partiers are sure to bring the fun. 5:30pm. Friday, January 6.

Majestic Oak Winery, 13554 Mohler Rd., Grand Rapids. 419-356-9676. majesticoakwinery.com Free

Moore Musical Arts Center: Faculty Artist SeriesBrian Snow United Methodist Church: TrebleMakers

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Zoo Year’s Eve

Because responsible parents (like mine used to be) don’t let their kids stay up to watch the ball drop in New York, the Toledo Zoo is hosting Noon Year’s Eve, transplanting the ethereal feeling of new possibility (read: profound inebriation) to exactly 12 hours prior to the actual New Year. Just don’t show up completely sloshed; there will be kids there who might accidentally look up to you as a role model.

The lights start blinging from 3-9pm. Toledo Zoo & Aquarium, 2 Hippo Way., 419-385-5721. toledozoo.org Free with admission.

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Chef’s Garden’s greatest hits The Culinary Vegetable Institute at The Chef’s Garden is throwing one rad dinner party to see off 2016 and welcome 2017. Feast on seven courses of the chefs’ most requested dishes while sipping on Hendrick’s 75 cocktails before heading home with a complimentary bottle of bubbly in hand.

Please reserve your seat in advance. $110. 6:30pm, doors. 7-10:30pm, dinner.

Culinary Vegetable Institute, 12304 Mudbrook Rd., Milan. 419-499-7500. culinaryvegetableinstitute.com

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Hensville Ball Drops Doubtlessly one of the most happening hubs in NW Ohio for the big ball drop,

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THE BIGGEST NIGHT OF THE YEAR Young or old, fun or grinchy, in NW Ohio, there’s always something to do on New Year’s Eve. For more options, check out our ever-expanding list online to decide how you’re going to drink in the New Year.

Hensville will be going off in proper style with an assortment of activities for “kids of all ages.” As long as that age is over 21. Depending on how serious you want to take your New Year (and 2016 will be a good one to leave behind for many of us), the downtown district offers affairs that range from black tie formal to casual. Fleetwood’s Tap Room and the Hensville Park Party Tent are hewing towards casual, each with live music, drinking aplenty and a champagne toast at midnight.

Hensville, 9 N. St. Clair St., 419-725-4392.

9pm-1am. $20/advance, $25/day of.

The Armory, 4th floor, Hensville, 9 N. St. Clair St., 419-725-4392.

9pm-1am. $45/advance $55/day of.

NINE at Hensville, 9 N. St. Clair St., 419-725-4392.

9pm-1am. $68/advance $75/day of. hensvilletoledo.com

Level up for the new year Mix a little nostalgia with the future by celebrating at REST & Bar 145 New Year’s Eve 2016 Party. Hit the arcade at RESET to play classic games, munch on complimentary hors d’oeuvres, drink from an ice luge, help yourself on the draft beer wall, plus celebrate with a balloon drop and champagne toast at midnight. Live music by Dj Manny and Dj Adubb will start at 9pm. 8pm-2:30am. $25. Bar 145 & RESET, 5305 Monroe St., 419-593-0073. bar145toledo.com

Viva la revolution You’re young and trendy, you’ve got a pocket full of cash, but you don’t know what your

New Year’s Eve looks like. Don’t worry, Revolution Grille has your back to end 2016.

Feast on six courses, doubtlessly paired brilliantly by Chef Rob and Sommelier Alex.

Live music by Jason Hudson. Only 70 spaces are available, so you’d better jump on this fast. 6:30pm. Revolution Grille, 5333 Monroe St., 419-841-0066. revolutiongrille.com

Dinner date

Avenue Bistro is keeping it light this New Year’s Eve. Offering a limited menu, they will still be partying into 2017 with a DJ and a Champagne toast at midnight. The DJ comes in at 9pm, so you don’t have to worry about the party cresting too early.

4pm-1am. Avenue Bistro (Regency Plaza), 6710 W Central Ave. # 1, 419-841-5944. centralavenuebistro.com Free (unless you’re there for the food, standard dinner pricing applies)

What’s up, Doc? Head to Doc Watson’s NYE Bash for an upbeat, fun party to ring in the new year.

Enjoy a champagne toast at midnight, their full menu, a DJ and party favors. If you end up going a little too hard, no worries— the next day Doc’s will be back open for their satisfying breakfast and famous Bloody Mary Bar, beginning at 8am until 2pm. 8pm-2am. $5. Doc Watson’s, 1515 S. Byrne Rd., 419-389-6003. docwatsonstoledo.com

Laugh your way into 2017

Settle into the new year with an evening of laughter. Head to the Toledo Funny Bone for a comedy show and dinner buffet. Catch performances by J Bliss, Rocky Dale Davis and Zach Martina and a full NYE buffet, which included crab cakes, prime rib, shrimp cocktail, gumbo, salmon, and much more. Reservations will only be take over the phone. 5pm/doors, 7pm/show. $60. Funny Bone, 419-931-3474. toledo.funnybone.com

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Escape the Metroparks

Do you think you could survive if a disaster struck? Put your MacGyver skills to the test as you have to problemsolve your way out of Trapped Metroparks: Escape the Manor House. Presenting simulated survival situations to teams of participants, players must put their heads together to find solutions that allow them to escape. 7pm. Friday, January 6. $8/non-members, $6/members. The Manor House, 5100 W. Central Ave. 419-277-6276. metroparkstoledo.com.

Family New Year

Want to party like it’s 1999 this New Year’s Eve, but you got a couple kids who can’t handle the late night? Hensville has you covered with their Family New Year’s Eve Party. Their secret? Hosting a party in the morning. While the kids have their faces painted, demand obscure balloon art to be crafted, jump around in the inflatables and play games, you can sneak off for a well-deserved drink and not feel bad about it. At noon, the “new year” is celebrated with a ball drop and an apple juice toast.

The local mascots will be on hand to party with you, so expect hijinks. And of course, there will be an assortment of events throughout the day, so plant the kids with a babysitter and return in the evening for the more adult stuff. 10amNoon. Saturday, December 31. Hensville Park, 28 N. St. Clair St., 419-725-4392. hensvilletoledo.com

All aboard, train fans, the North Pole Express is running under full steam.

This Christmas engine, right out of a winter wonderland scene, is giving rides to young and old alike. If you’re really lucky, Santa Claus might be on the train. This train has plenty of seats to give riders a taste of the Yuletide spirit. Run by an all-volunteer group, the train will be closed on Christmas Eve, but running on Christmas Day. Gift shop and model train museum on site.

5-9pm, Fridays-Saturdays; 5-8pm, Sundays. Through Sunday, January 1. $3/adults $2/children, Northwest Ohio Railroad Preservation, INC., 12505 County Rd. 99, Findlay 419-423-2995. nworrp.org –JK

Water Wonderland

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Children’s Wonderland - Join in a Toledo tradition over 50 years in the making. Children’s Wonderland has Christmas exhibits and activities for the whole family. There will also be train rides and a chance to visit Santa! 11am. $7/adults 18 and up, $4/kids and seniors, $5/ kids zone and train pass. Sylvania Tam-O-Shanter, 7060 W. Sylvania Ave., Sylvania. 419-882-1500. playsylvania.com

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Walleye “Holy Toledo” Night- Show your hometown pride at this special celebration at the Toledo Walleye game. The team will be wearing special Glass City-themed jerseys, which will be raffled off afterwards. 7pm. $26. The Huntington Center. 500 Jefferson Ave. 419-255-3300. huntingtoncentertoledo.com

Poet’s Roundtable Discussion- Each month, the Poet’s Roundtable Discussion Group meets.

The group first discusses great poets, and then follows up with group workshopping of written work. Poets are encouraged to bring ten copies of their original work for feedback. 6pm. The Claddagh, 5001 Monroe St., Westfield Franklin Park Mall. 419- 472-1414. Find Poet’s Roundtable Discussion on Facebook.

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Snyder Christmas Party- Join Brathaus LLC for their 17th annual Christmas party. Come for food friends and fun! 8pm. Brathaus LLC. 115 E. Court St., Bowling Green. 419-352-8707. Find Brathaus LLC on Facebook. Free

The Hayes Model Train Display This new train display is decorated for a Victorian holiday. The display is interactive so the audience can control the trains and other parts of the display. 9am-5pm, Jan 1-8. Free with admission into the museum. Hayes Presidential Library and Museum. Spiegel Grove, Fremont. 419-332-2081. rbhayes.org

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Christmas Sleigh Rides through Spiegle Grove - Recreate the past by riding in a horse -drawn carriage through the Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Library Estate. After the ride, warm up in the Museum. Through December 31. 1pm- 4pm. $3. Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Library and Museum, 1337 Hayes Ave., Fremont. 419-332-2081. rbhayes.org

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Lights Before Christmas - Celebrate the holiday with the Toledo Zoo at The Lights Before Christmas. This event has been nominated for the Best Zoo Lights in USA Today’s 10 Best Readers’ Choice travel award contest. 3pm-8pm/ Sunday-Thursday; 3pm9pm, Friday- Saturday. $17/adults, $14/ kids and seniors, Free/kids under 2. The Toledo Zoo and Aquarium, 2 Hippo Way. 419- 385-5721. toledozoo.org

[Dance] Ballroom Tuesday’s with Swingmania - Every Tuesday Swingmania provides live Big Band music and dance instructors to teach swing dance. Afterwards, class participants put their skills to the test with a night of dancing. 8pm. $10/dance class, $5/cover charge for just the after lesson dance. Club Soda, 3922 Secor Rd., 419-473-0662. Find Club Soda on Facebook.

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Wednesday, 12.28 [Sport] Harlem Globetrotters - Watch as the Harlem Globetrotters show off their impressive trick shots and basketball mastery as they play in their 2016-2017 tour. Join the Globetrotters after the show for photographs and autographs. 7pm.

Tickets are available on Ticketmaster. The Huntington Center, 500 Jefferson Ave, 419-255-3300. harlemglobtrotters.com

Friday, 12.30 [Art, Literary]

[Education] Frostology: The Science of the Season Imagination Station will explore the science of snow and winter weather. Holiday activities and demonstrations will also be available.

10am/ January 1-2. Free with admission. Imagination Station, 1 Discovery Way. 419-244-2674. imaginationstationtoledo.org

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Kool Comedy Live- This is a monthly comedy and variety show that features national headliners, regional features and opening acts. The evening will also include a DJ and live band performance. 8pm. $12. The Funny Bone, 6140 Levis Commons Blvd., Perrysburg. 419-931-3474. toledo.funnybone.com

Story Collaboration with Toledo Museum of Art- Ms. Nikki’s Traveling Story Bag will put on a presentation with the Toledo Art Museum for the Great Art Escape event. The Traveling Story Bag Troupe will create an interactive story for their audiences, combining story telling with the visual arts.12pm. The Toledo Art Museum, 2445 Monroe St., 419-255-8000. toledomusuem.org Free

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#Flashback Friday I Love the 90’s Night - Join the Toledo Walleye in this blast from the past. The theme for this game is “I Love the 90s Night!” Fans are encouraged to dress in their best denim vests, backwards hats, and neon pants for this game.

After the game, there will be a free open skate featuring live music. Remember to bring your own skate, because there are no skate rentals. 7pm. $26. The Huntington Center, 500 Jefferson Ave. 419-255-3300. huntingtoncentertoledo.com

Midweek Shakespeare - Break apart the week by enjoying plays and poetry from William Shakespeare. The performance will include sonnets, scenes, monologues and other Shakespeare-inspired works. 2pm.

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

[Film] Toledo’s New Old Fashioned Night Out: Gone with the Wind - The Valentine Theater will play the classic film “Gone with the Wind” as part of their New Old Fashion film series. There will be tall drafts, full bar and popcorn. 7:30pm. $5. The Valentine Theater. 410 Adams St., 419-242-2787. valentinetheatre.com

If there were ever a reason to race down to the Cincinnati area, this might be it. Taking decorating for Christmas to a whole new level, the Newport Aquarium integrates the holidays into the exhibits.

Imagine Scuba Santa feeding the fish, bubbles dancing to “Deck the Halls” in the Shark Ray Bay Theater and lights and decorations everywhere.

Even the albino alligators in Gator Alley get in on the festivities. And through Sunday, December 25, adults can get in for the same price as kids! 10am6pm. $23/general $15/ages 2-12 Free/under age 2.

One Aquarium Way, Newport, KY. 1-800-406-3474. newportaquarium.com

Wednesday 1.7 [Sports] Rocky Tribute Night - Join the Toledo Walleye as they celebrate the 40th anniversary of Rocky. The team will be wearing Rocky-themed jerseys as they play the Brampton Beasts. Fans are encouraged to dress as their favorite characters from the movies. 7pm. $26. The Huntington Center, 500 Jefferson Ave., 419-255-3300. huntingtoncentertoledo.com

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Winter Wonderland Walk- See how a change of season transforms the Toledo Metroparks.

Take a walk with a guide through the park. Snowshoes will be provided if there is snowfall. 2pm.

Toledo Metroparks, 4139 Girdham Rd., Swanton.

419-407-9747. metroparkstoledo.com

Thursday 1.8 [Health] Donut Dash- The Toledo Roadrunners Club challenges you to eat four donuts while running four miles. It is not necessary to eat during the run, though it is encouraged. 9am. $5/ for non members, Free/ for members of the Toledo Roadrunners Club. Second Sole of Toledo. 4190 Levis Commons Blvd., Perrysburg. 419-931-8484. secondsoleohio.com/toledo

Tuesday 1.10 [Theatre] Jersey Boys- The music of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons come alive on stage in the musical “Jersey Boys.” The show tells their true story./ 7:30pm/ January 10,11,12, 8pm/ January 13, 2pm, 7:30pm/ January 14, 15 . $38-$88. The Stranahan Theater, 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd.

419-381-8851. stranahantheater.org

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Kick off your 2017 the way you probably ought to: with a sensible diet and some exercise. For those who need a little extra help, the Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous are happy to work with you. Dealing with all manner of food-related issues, including overeating, under eating, food obsession and bulimia, the group holds weekly meetings on Mondays to discuss behavior modification, and what made you start in the first place. You’ll find a safe space with caring people involved and you’ll realize you’re not alone. 7pm. Monday, January 2. Epworth United Methodist Church, 4855 W. Central Ave., 419-699-1007. foodaddicts.org –JK

Bariatric Support Group

Are you thinking about having weight-loss surgery?

Do you just feel like you need a judgment-free zone to ask questions, or talk through your struggles?

The Bariatric Support Group brings these issues about health, to the forefront. The groups have guest speakers, including doctors and previous patients, to help you decide if surgery is right for you.

6-8pm. Monday, January 2. Promedica Health and Wellness Center, 5700 Monroe St., Sylvania.

419-291-6500. promedica.org

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January 2017 – On the 3rd of January Venus (the love planet) hits Uranus (the crazy planet) which means we begin the year full of unrealistic plans. Then on the 8th Mercury begins a direct motion so it is possible to review the mistakes we made last year.

The full moon on the 12th shows a need to plan ahead BUT the 3-day weekend to celebrate MLK Jr’s birthday sets everything back again. Not much is accomplished but lots of words fly around.

February 2017 – Did you ever hear the saying “the more things change, the more they stay the same?� That is this month. Hiring new employees or promoting the same old ones seems the rule now. Hopefully the new police class will do its job if it receives the cooperation it needs from top management. Talk of new police and fire classes is met with “no money� reactions. Watch for problems on the full moon the 10th – could be weather or criminal activity.

MARCH – 2017 – Lent begins on March 1st.

We lose an hour of sleep on the 12th which is the same day as the full moon. There could be lots of accidents and the need for more police and fire recruits is stressed. As usual – not enough money. On the 17th more accidents. Hopefully the week of the 20th is more peaceful and politicians are civil to each other.

APRIL – 2017 The first week looks pretty good except for some “secrets� coming out!

This could OF COURSE relate to money issues in various departments. They have to do With police and fire and trying to keep our citizens safe. The full moon on the 11th brings attention to agreements with other municipalities. There is a three day weekend for Easter‌Less time to argue. The remainder of April finds everyone squabbling.

MAY – 2017 As summer approaches the same old issues arise. Opening pools and paying for them, fixing potholes, cleaning up the parks, concern about the waterfront and ELECTIONS in November. There is another three day weekend at the end of May when Toledo blows its own horn; maybe has a parade; but still frets about money.

JUNE – 2017 The full moon on the 9th shines directly on negotiations with other municipalities and concern about our drinking water. There may also be discussions about employing more police, fire, and regular employees. Not much happening as we get ready to vote again and it’s more of the same old, same old! Donations will open the swimming pools because the city just can’t afford it.

JULY – 2017 Our work week is shortened again due to the 4th of July. There will be

a gigantic celebration downtown – on the waterfront – and on the river. It is fun to party with each other. After that, it looks like more people are moving OUT of Toledo this month.

Our population keeps shrinking and nobody tries to do anything about it. The new moon on the 23rd is in a happy place so more special events and parties take place.

Politicians are passing out literature and putting up signs.

AUGUST – 2017 The eclipse on the 7th will have city council trying to make changes to the budget. Good luck with that as everyone just campaigns for the November election.

Fortunately there are no 3-day weekends so the employees have to work! They will be closing down the pools and parks as the month ends. Talk about adding more fire and police after the 21st – Money! Money!

Money!

SEPTEMBER – 2017 The month begins with another three day weekend. Pools and parks are shut down and (hopefully) potholes are filled and we enjoy a Labor Day parade in downtown Toledo. The city’s population decrease causes complaints about money coming in. What’s new? See if figures are released about these decreases – the crime rate is NOT dropping.

OCTOBER – 2017 Election! Election! Election!

It’s not until next month BUT it is where the attention is all directed. The full moon on the 5th falls right on where Pluto was when Toledo was born. This could literally pull the rug out from under us. We may have the 9th off. Strange partnerships are formed the week of the 23rd. Politics is everywhere we look – we take credit for what is good.

NOVEMBER – 2017 The full moon on the 4th may be bright enough to keep us awake when we set our clocks back. Wake up to vote on the 7th but don’t expect much change. Do you think we will be happier when we have the 23rd and 24th off? Yes, we will as we are so proud of the lights at the zoo and the Christmas parade. It is a happy and cheerful month.

DECEMBER – 2017 This is always a good month. One of the problems is that from the 3rd through the 23rd Mercury, planet of communications slows down and it is in the 8th and 9th houses – things get lost in the mail; snow removal equipment breaks down and absenteeism is a problem in the city offices.

The good news is the Lights at the Zoo and the good moods of the people as they party and shop. There may be problems with crime but hopefully no big ones so be careful out there! We end the year celebrating and looking forward to the year ahead.

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Everybody and everything has a birthday. The City of Toledo was a merger of two villages on January 7, 1837. We use noon as its time of birth.

This gives the city the sign of Aries on the horizon indicating that it starts a lot of things it doesn’t finish (like picking up leaves). It also puts Jupiter and Mars in the fifth house of fun and games. There is a lot of that going on too.

SILENT KNIGHT

1. Show rosters 6. Scanned lines 10. Norse god who carried a spear named Gungnir 14. Now, in Nicaragua 15. Small Cruise 16. Thinker Descartes 17. Vision-correcting procedure 18. In need of rain 19. Female choir voice 20. Uprising over a tax on dark beers?

23. Slugabed 24. Light touch 25. Glance from “Rocky Horror� actor Tim? 31. Depressing comments?

34. Late lunchtime 35. Conquistadores’ quest 36. “Westworld� actress ___ Rachel Wood 37. Best Costume at a Halloween party, e.g.?

41. Singer-songwriter Vile 42. Perry Ellis product 43. Alpine peak 44. Pigs’ hangout 45. Actress Hathaway with not enough money?

48. Revolutionary doctor 49. Twin Falls st.

50. Those who know everything about philosopher Immanuel?

58. Off base?: Abbr.

59. Spooky movie genre 60. Sports bureau 62. Not recorded 63. Comical “Dame�

64. “Crime� sound 65. Table insert 66. Flip-flop digits 67. Red state?

1. Nev. neighbor 2. Character that was the basis for Captain Hook 3. Just meh 4. Colored corn cereal 5. Drink that begins by placing a shot on two chopsticks 6. Grunt’s group 7. Untouched 8. Bed with a mobile 9. Delivery entrance, often 10. Sonicare rival 11. Meat shop 12. Gung-ho about 13. Like some ‘80s clothing 21. Capek play that coined the word “robot�

22. “Mighty ___ a Rose�

25. Makes dinner 26. Full-length 27. Second take 28. Lend, as some money 29. Participation trophy recipient 30. Tulsa sch.

31. “___ From the Bridge�

(2016 Tony winner for Best Revival) 32. Expediency 33. Mean face 36. Does wrong 38. Alternative to Wi-Fi 39. Cruise port, briefly 40. Thin cigar 45. Alternative to ze or xe 46. Bachelorette party favors 47. Modern-day outlets for unknown bands to get their music out 48. 19-Across’s staff header 50. Ump’s decision 51. Kid’s scrape 52. Explosion in space 53. Heading for a list of jobs 54. “Gimme�

55. SpaceX CEO Musk 56. Sign of engagement 57. Meat seasoning 61. Knight’s title ‌ or what must be silent to understand the theme

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2017 City of Toledo Forecast

STYLE SENSE

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TO THE POINT

Jayvia Badgett

ACUPUNCTURE WORKING TO RELIEVE SEVERE PAIN

Age 23 Occupation: Managing Cosmetologist & Makeup Artist If you could put one article of clothing into a time capsule to open up 100 years from now to learn about your style... What would it be?

My brown suede jacket that has fringe on the back. I love everything with fringe on it! Purses, sandals, shoes… you name it, I have it!

What would you splurge on for the sake of being fashionable?

My makeup has cost me thousands of dollars. I have Anastasia palettes, Clinique foundation, Tarteist Clay eyeliner and my Urban Decay Alice & Wonderland “Through the Looking Glass” palette (before it sold out), which I would select over anything!

If your boyfriend told you that he wants to take you out for an impromptu dinner and a concert, where would you go to buy an outfit?

I would go to Her Walk In Closet for a cute bondage dress & Essential Shoes for a pair of heels to it set off.

You change your hairstyles often. Does that play a major part in how you shape your look day to day?

Yes, because my hair makes me feel different each day. When I wear my hair short especially above my ears, I feel more playful, and I may even wear a beanie. When I wear my hair bigger, curlier and longer, I feel like Beyoncé, so I put on a full face of makeup as well as gaudy jewelry to glam it up.

Your eyebrows are arched perfectly and your lashes are lovely; where do you get them done?

Thank you! I actually do them myself. You can find me at Fiesta Salon on 1734 Laskey Road from Monday through Sunday.

Holiday with a Heart Gayla 2016

photos by Christine Senack

The 39th annual gala benefit for the Promise House Project Street Outreach Program, the Toledo School for the Arts Diversity and Inclusion Initiative and the Holiday with Heart Fund at the Toledo Community Foundation.

Jingle Balls 2016

Attorneys, coworkers and friends gathered to support the Justice for All Campaign and the Neil Light Scholarship Fund.

Judge Lisa McGowan and Nicole Khoury.

Rick Cornett and Billy Mann

Joey Romano, Judge Gary Byers, Judge Michael Goulding, Chas McDonald and Stevin Groth.

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