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Collette Jacobs (cjacobs@toledocitypaper.com) Jiggs dinner. My mom is from Ireland so I love it all!

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Editorial Assignment Editor: Jeff McGinnis (mcginnis@adamsstreetpublishing.com) Forgetting that it’s St. Patrick’s Day. Contributing Writers: Mallory Arnold, Laurie Bertke, Dave Kubacki, Autumn Vasquez and Johnny Hildo Interns: Elizabeth Inman and Lyndsay White

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A fresh take on ramen will be available as Kato Ramen has announced the opening of a new restaurant downtown soon. Find the latest information at facebook.com/katoramentoledo

A new Yala Kol Express opened at 1616 E. Wooster St. 9 in Bowling Green. Featuring kabobs, shawarma and other delicious Mediterranean eats, the restaurant offers the same quality that can be found at their Toledo establishments. yalakol.com

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Moe’s Southwest Grill at 5299 Monroe St. has closed permanently, however the Holland location at 6829 Airport Hwy. remains open. moes.com Holistic nutritionist Kinsey Van Druten is bringing her health-conscious sweet treats to downtown Sylvania as Plants On Tap has opened its first commercial kitchen at The Fitness Shack at 5441 Main St., Sylvania. plantsontap.shop

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Poultry perfection will soon arrive in the area in the form of the popular fast food chain Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers. Opening the first northwest Ohio location later this year, the restaurant will be located on Fremont Pike in Perrysburg, one of the businesses occupying the rebuild on the site of the former Holiday Inn French Quarter. Other tenants of the new development include Condado Tacos, CYCLEBAR and Biggby Coffee. raisingcanes.com

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For an old fashioned bar experience that is motorcycle-friendly, head to Kickstand Saloon, at 2045 W. Alexis Rd., between Douglas and Jackman. Search “Kickstand Saloon” on Facebook.

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The sign has been installed heralding the opening of The Alleyway off Erie Street, behind Hannon’s Block. The new restaurant and bar, by the owners of Table Forty4, will feature high end fare, including salads and paninis.

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Kranz Airport can take flight

The Eugene F. Kranz Toledo Express Airport should expand its staff and develop a fiveyear business plan, according to a report

by Campbell-Hill Aviation Group. The report, commissioned by the City of Toledo and Lucas County, was aimed at reviewing the effectiveness of Airport operations based on public data, interviews and other factors. Among the study’s recommendations were that the Airport should expand its marketing staff to make it more appealing to airlines, as well as adding positions of Airport Director and Airport Air Service and Marketing Manager. Read the full study at toledo.oh.gov/airport-study

Nature’s Nursery is one of 13 wildlife rehabilitation centers in the United States to receive part of a $100,000 grant from the Avangrid Foundation, a charitable arm of energy company AVANGRID. The money is earmarked to buy food for the seven “ambassador raptors” with permanent homes at the Nursery. “The support that Nature’s Nursery received from Avangrid Foundation is essential to our ability to be timely and effective in our response to wildlife rescues,” said Allison Schroeder, Nature’s Nursery Executive Director.

The Mayor’s Chair Money to advance criminal justice reform

The Lucas County Board of Commissioners will award $100,000 in grant funding to local community groups in an effort to support criminal justice reform. The program, part of the county’s participation in the MacArthur Foundation Safety + Justice Challenge, is aimed at advancing racial equality in the system and reducing population in the area’s jails. Among the organizations receiving grants of up to $10,000 each are All-In Academy, Inc., Believe Center, the Frederick Douglass Community Association (pictured), the African American Police League and more.

Toledo Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz has added another leadership position to his resume.

Kapszukiewicz has been selected to serve as the Chair of the Community Development & Housing Committee for the United States Conference of Mayors. The group, a non-partisan organization of American mayors whose cities (more than 1,400 across the United States) have a population of 30,000 or more, held its winter meeting in January in Washington D.C., with a summer meeting scheduled to take place in June.

Glass City scholarships

Glass City Federal Credit Union is offering five scholarship awards for area students— one for $2,500 and an additional four for $1,000 each.

To be eligible, students must be attending a 2 or 4-year accredited postsecondary institution during the 2022-23 school year; have a parent or guardian who is a member of Glass City Federal, or be a member themselves; and complete and submit an application and essay. Deadline for consideration is March 31, so interested students should get an application from any Glass City Federal branch or online at glasscityfcu.com.

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CITY POLITICS Of forests and trees

Ambition in City Politics

By Johnny Hildo We probably shouldn’t blame him for feeling a bit feisty and entitled. Seriously, no one had ever accomplished what he accomplished.

We’re talking about the boy phenom, the T-Town wunderkind, the Mayor of one of America’s Great Cities, Mister Wade Kapszukiewicz. Sure, he’s lost some of his boyish features, he’s gained a bit of weight, and he’s lost a bit of hair. But he’s still the prodigy who was first elected to public office as a freshfaced twenty something and has never looked back.

Since being elected to the obscure office of the board of the regional Educational Service Center, Wade has followed a steady upward trajectory in City Politics.

Toledo City Council. Lucas County Treasurer. And now, Toledo Mayor. He gives his contemporary pol Anita Lopez a run for her money for the nickname Stepping Stone.

Like A Lo, he hasn’t held down a real job in years. But unlike A Lo, who has served as an attorney for local nonprofit agencies, Wade has pretty much not held down a job in the private sector.

Next steps

Speaking of Stepping Stones, what’s up with freshly minted Toledo City Council member Michele Grim? Just elected to serve this past November, she’s already declared her candidacy for state rep. Fellow council member Nick Komives has also declared for the state house, but at least he served a complete term on council first. Is the heat of local politics already that frighteningly toasty for Grim?

But we digress. Back to Wade’s next step. He was elected mayor in twenty seventeen by defeating the incumbent, fellow Democrat Paula Hicks Hudson. His first term was marked by the fortune of a good local economy, record income tax collection and a revived downtown.

When the pandemic hit, Wade was decisive and statesmanlike. He reined in spending and let public health dictate difficult decisions. Even the unprecedented

challenge of COVID-19 didn’t slow his upward path.

But despite that, It was still astonishing when he won re-election in a landslide last year, something no Toledo incumbent mayor had ever done since the advent of the strong mayor system of government three decades ago. Never mind he accomplished this by defeating washed up octogenarian Carty S. It was still impressive.

Wade had his clear mandate. Plus a cool hunnerd and eighty mil to invest in the Glass City, from a one time infusion of federal pandemic cash.

Never stop running

Let’s put this all together. Wade won re-election by a thirty point margin, something Carty, Mike Bell, and the rest couldn’t do. He’s term-limited, so this is his last term in office. He’s got short-term mountains of federal money to lavish on pet projects. And he’s got no private sector career outside City Politics to go back to.

The result? His campaign for some yet unnamed future office starts now.

Wonder why he’s creating a new marketing department for the City? Is it his campaign media arm, ensuring proper spin and reach? Wonder why he seems more focused on feel good big ticket items like universal pre-K than getting the streets plowed after a snowfall? He’s writing his campaign talking points.

Wonder why he is paying attention to the forest of big, costly initiatives but not paying as close attention to the trees of balanced budgets and basic city services?

Because forests make good campaign slogans. And any budget woes he leaves behind will have to be cleaned up by the next poor sap who inherits the bloated bureaucracy without the federal ducats to support it.

The term limit clock is ticking. Whatcha running for next, Wade? Statehouse? Congress? State Treasurer? Guvnah?

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Are Local Government Workers Required to Vaccinate?

By Lila Waterfield

As of late December, a large number of Lucas County residents have yet to be fully vaccinated. 59.2% of the population have received their first dose, but only 54.7% have completed both doses.

Of those that have gotten both doses, only another 38.8% have received a booster. With many residents susceptible to the newest variant, mandates requiring vaccines may be changing shortly.

The Biden Administration proposed a mandate requiring businesses with over 100 employees to show proof of vaccination or be tested on a weekly basis. (This mandate was withdrawn following the Supreme Court’s decision to block the rule.) While this virus

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affects many across the nation, it is equally important to know what your local government is doing in response to increasing cases of COVID. Specifically, though, residents are curious to see how their own government is reacting to the pandemic.

Toledo Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz, in office since 2018 and re-elected recently, has expressed keen interest in requiring vaccinations in the City of Toledo’s governmental force. “I will say that is not a step we have taken as yet, but everything is on the table, and everything is up for discussion. As these numbers get worse and worse, the likelihood increases that we will have to take that step.”

These discussions, taking place across the county, demonstrate that the Mayor is not alone in his sentiments.

He has had discussions with County Commissioner, Pete Gerken. “I talked to [Gerken] last week about it, and he is absolutely prepared to do it. I think I’m absolutely prepared to consider it, but I think Pete is there right now… We are starting to talk to the county about it as a coordinated effort.”

“Our political system is badly broken; I think everyone knows that, especially at the federal level. So, this has added an additional layer of challenge, which is why we have tried so many positive incentives over the past year and a half… We’ve tried just about everything but, for whatever reason, this (protecting citizens through vaccinations) has proven harder to do than it should have been. And it’s a shame because the older Toledoans, older Americans, can remember everyone getting their vaccination shots, which is why no one gets polio anymore and no one gets tetanus anymore… It’s just a shame that we are in such a politically polarized world now that something so simple and common sense has become controversial.”

Neighboring Cities

Toledo is not the only place where vaccine mandates are being discussed.

The City of Oregon is also watching to see what the other local governments will do.

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“Obviously we are continuing to appropriately respond to the pandemic that keeps on hitting the community. We do not have a mandate now. The majority of our workforce has its shots and are vaccinated, but we still have some that are not. We’re not aware of communities in the area that are mandating yet. It is likely that before we would move in that direction, we’d be looking for direction either from the state or from the county health board. We are keeping our mind open on all these things as we go. And obviously we are relying on the healthcare professionals before we go off in a different direction,” explains Mike Beazley, City of Oregon Administrator.

Historical Guidance

It’s difficult to predict what will become of vaccination mandates, but Mayor Kapszukiewicz sums up his position nicely, leaving us with a bit of history to mull over,. “For as much grief that the President has gotten for his mandate, I might point out that the first President of the United States to ever require vaccinations was President George Washington when he required that his soldiers be vaccinated against smallpox. I can’t believe that even the most strident political hack would dare criticize George Washington. If vaccinations were good enough for [him], I suppose they are good enough for all of us.”

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Tucked beautifully into the peaceful countryside of Napoleon, Ohio, Leisure Time Winery’s summertime ambience attracts customers from across the surrounding counties. They sponsor many events, offer live entertainment and also hall rental. Leisure Time proudly crafts their own assortment of wines ranging from sweet to dry to satisfy your palate. They also offer craft beer and select spirits along with non-alcoholic options.

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Downtown Napoleon Tucked beautifully into the peaceful countryside of Napoleon, Ohio, Leisure Time Winery’s LOCAL BUSINESSES OF summertime ambience attracts customers from across the surrounding counties. They

sponsor many events, offer live entertainment and also hall rental. Leisure Time proudly crafts their own assortment of wines ranging from sweet to dry to satisfy your palate. They also offer craft beer and select spirits along with non-alcoholic options.

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Tucked beautifully into the peaceful countryside of Napoleon, Ohio, Leisure Time Winery’s summertime ambience attracts customers from across the surrounding counties. They sponsor many events, offer live entertainment and also hall rental. Leisure Time proudly crafts their own assortment of wines ranging from sweet to dry to satisfy your palate. They also offer craft beer and select spirits along with non-alcoholic options.

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Professional career training is a great way to improve your life but having a busy schedule can be very challenging. That’s why Davis College offers flexible training and class schedules to give you the advantage you need to succeed in your career!

Davis College offers classes four days a week, day and evening, on-campus and online.

Davis College’s class sizes are small by design to ensure that you get the personal attention you deserve. Davis instructors support your academic development along with providing a classroom environment that is challenging and focused on your success. Davis College faculty members have been honored numerous times by the Ohio-Michigan Association of Career Colleges and Schools and have been awarded Teacher of the Year by the Career College Association.

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Davis College offers the following programs in high-demand career fields. Each program is designed to provide technical and critical-thinking skills that are essential to a successful career and in life.

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Online criminal justice master’s program in top 20

The University’s online criminal justice master’s program was ranked 15th in the country. The online criminal justice master’s program has maintained its high national ranking despite the continued proliferation of new online graduate CJ programs across the country. BGSU has not only continued its ranking among the country’s best in quality but has done so with an exceptional value proposition.

Online bachelor’s degrees among the nation’s best

In addition, the University’s online bachelor’s degree offerings remain nationally ranked and are among the best in Ohio. BGSU came in at No. 68 nationally, which places it as the thirdhighest in Ohio.

Notably, BGSU also placed No. 40 in the Best Online Bachelor’s Programs for Veterans category. This recognition reinforces the University’s status as a top military-friendly institution, also having been ranked fifth in the nation and first in the Midwest for veterans and active

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Online master’s degree in education climbs in ranking

eCampus offers eight distinct master of education degree programs, including four different specializations in Special Education.

This broad array of education programs was ranked No. 69 nationally, up from last year’s position at No. 72. All are nationally accredited and taught by experienced faculty using Quality Matters principles. Most online education programs at BGSU require OAE/Praxis exam scores for admission.

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BGSU has been offering online degree programs since 2000 and launched eCampus in the fall of 2015. The University’s online offerings continue to grow, with a current count of 17 master’s, four bachelor’s, one associate’s and 16 certification and endorsement programs. eCampus programs are fully accredited by a variety of industry-specific organizations, offer up to six start dates per year, and most courses are offered in sevenweek sessions. The next session begins on March 14. To learn more visit bgsu.edu/ ecampus.

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National Nurses Week May 6-12, 2022

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The women and men who provide assistance to the sick and suffering when they need it most deserve our respect and admiration.

During National Nurses Week, City Paper will raise public awareness of the value of nursing and to help educate the public about the vital roles registered nurses play in meeting the health care needs of the American people.

According to projections from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, RNs top the list of the 10 occupations with the largest occupations with the largest projected growth through the 2020’s.

Show Your Nurses How Much You Care And Work to Attract The Nursing Staff You Need Your advertising message in our National Nurses Week special section will reach more than 120,000 readers in Lucas, Wood Counties in Ohio and Monroe County, Michigan. Don’t miss this opportunity to thank your nurses — and to recruit new ones.

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Best of Toledo According to City Paper Readers

It’s time to celebrate the Best! Every year, Toledo City Paper asks voters to submit their choices for the most outstanding people, places and events, and this year, once again, we are overwhelmed by the response. With literally hundreds of thousands of votes cast across these 250 categories, our readers are passionate about the Toledo area. City Paper readers truly are the Best of Toledo!

SHOPS/STORES NEW STORE

THRIFT/RESALE STORE

WINNER: Hidden Treasures 419

5609 W. Alexis Rd., Sylvania. 419-2658581. hiddentreasures419.com RUNNER UP: Stilla Salon Spa and Boutique stillasalonspaboutique.com

WINNER: Maumee Habitat for Humanity ReStore 1310 Conant St., Maumee. 419-382-1658. mvhabitat.org/restore RUNNER UP: Goodwill goodwillnwohio.com

FLORAL SHOP

MALL/SHOPPING AREA

WINNER: Beautiful Blooms

by Jen 5675 Main St., Sylvania. 419-517-8821. beautifulbloomsbyjen.com RUNNER UP: Bartz Viviano bartzviviano.com

GREENHOUSE/NURSERY

WINNER: Hoen’s Garden Center

and Landscaping 1710 Perrysburg Holland Rd., Holland.

419-865-6566. hoensgardencenter.com

RUNNER UP: Nature’s Corner mynaturescorner.com

HOME/GIFT SHOP

WINNER: Levis Commons

Levis Commons Blvd., Perrysburg.

419-931-8888. shopleviscommons.com

RUNNER UP: Fallen Timbers theshopsatfallentimbers.com

PLACE TO BUY A PIECE OF TOLEDO WINNER: Jupmode

2022 Adams St. 419-318-2029.

3142 Markway Rd. 419-573-2666. jupmode.com

RUNNER UP: Libbey Glass Factory Outlet libbey.com/outlet

WINNER: Fiddle Stix Boutique 4165 Chappel Dr., Perrysburg.

419-931-2022.

5693 Main St. Sylvania.

419-386-2812. fiddlestixboutique.com

RUNNER UP: Toledo Lamp Company toledolampcompany.com

ANTIQUE STORE

WINNER: Maumee Antique Mall 1552 Reynolds Rd., Maumee.

419-893-2468. maumeeantiquemall.com

RUNNER-UP: Consign-It Home Interiors consignittoledo.com

FLOORING STORE

WINNER: Carpets by Otto

Various locations. carpetsbyotto.com

RUNNER UP: Modern Floors modernfloorscarpetonetoledo.com

FURNITURE STORE

WINNER: Appliance Center Various locations. shopac.com RUNNER UP: La-Z-Boy Furniture Galleries la-z-boy.com

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LOCALLY OWNED WOMEN’S BOUTIQUE WINNER: Iris Beauty Bar and Boutique

2712 W. Sylvania Ave. 419-490-6590. irisbeautybarandboutique.com

Since opening in 2021, Iris has already opened a lot of eyes and garnered a ton of fans with its “all-inone” approach to beauty and wellness. Co-owners Shelbi Hoffman and Jessica Fuller bring years of experience — Shelbi as a stylist, Jessica as a crystal healer— and their friendly and talented staff offer ways to look good or feel better. Iris can help!

RUNNER UP: Stilla Salon Spa and Boutique stillasalonspaboutique.com

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LOCALLY OWNED MEN’S CLOTHING WINNER: Szar’s Men’s Shop

4743 N. Summit St. 419-726-2226. szars-mens-shop.edan.io

RUNNER UP: Diamond’s Men’s Shop

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BRIDAL SHOP WINNER: Atlas Bridal Shop

4895 Monroe St., Ste. 101. 419-474-9119. atlasbridalshop.com

RUNNER UP: Belle Amour Bridal belleamourbridal.com

JEWELRY STORE WINNER: Harold Jaffe Jewelers

4211 Talmadge Rd. 419-472-4480. haroldjaffe.com

RUNNER UP: David Fairclough Fine Jewelers davidfairclough.com

OPTICAL SHOP WINNER: Optical Arts, Inc.

2934 W. Central Ave. 419-535-7837. opticalartsinc.com RUNNER UP: Pinnacle Eye Group pinnacleeyegroup.com

SEXY BUSINESS WINNER: Lindsay Nicole

Photography 1 S. St. Clair St. #1b. 419-273-6040. lindsaynicolestudio.com

LIQUOR STORE WINNER: Joseph’s Beverage Center

4129 Talmadge Rd. 419-472-1421. josephswinestoretoledooh.com

RUNNER UP: Pauken Wine and Liquor

facebook.com/paukenwineandliquor

RETAIL WINE SELECTION WINNER: Joseph’s Beverage Center

4129 Talmadge Rd. 419-472-1421. josephswinestoretoledooh.com

WINNER: Boyd’s Retro

RUNNER UP: Mossing Spas and More mossingspas.com

APPLIANCE STORE WINNER: Appliance Center

Various locations. shopac.com

RUNNER UP: Durocher’s durochersonline.com

WOMEN-OWNED BUSINESS WINNER: Hanan’s Crafts

facebook.com/hananscrafts

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VAPE SHOP WINNER: Black Castle

Glass and Vape 1647 W. Sylvania Ave. 419-720-3337. facebook.com/BlackcastleAuto

RUNNER UP: Wild Bill’s wildbillstobacco.com

CIGAR SHOP WINNER: The Cigar Affair

323 Conant St., Maumee. 419-891-0109. thecigaraffair.com

WINNER: Maumee Geeks

1331 Conant St., #107, Maumee.

419-887-1336. maumeegeeks.com

SPIRITUAL SHOP

GAMING/COMIC STORE

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Various Locations. dandrpoolsales.com

RUNNER UP: Stilla Salon Spa and Boutique stillasalonspaboutique.com

RUNNER UP: Maumee Valley

RUNNER UP: Virtual PCs vpc-toledo.com

RUNNER UP: Iris Beauty Bar and Boutique irisbeautybarandboutique.com

WINNER: Perrysburg

Candy Store 954 Phillips Ave. 419-720-7387. boydsretrocandy.com

RUNNER UP: Zavotski Custom Meat and Deli zavotzki.com

Supplies and Religious Gifts 4100 Secor Rd. 419-474-4740. regers.com

POP-UP MARKET

RUNNER UP: Toledo Night Market toledonightmarket.com

BEST TECH REPAIR

WINNER: Reger’s Church

RUNNER UP: Handmade Toledo handmadetoledo.com

CANDY STORE

MEAT/BUTCHER Various locations. houseofmeats.com

WINNER: D & R Pool Sales

2022 Adams St. 419-318-2029.

3142 Markway Rd. 419-573-2666. jupmode.com

RUNNER UP: Walt Churchill’s Market waltchurchillsmarket.com

RUNNER UP: Third Street Cigar thirdstreetcigar.com

WINNER: House of Meats

POOL COMPANY

WINNER: Jupmode

Farmers Market 105 W. Indiana Ave., Perrysburg. 419-874-9147. perrysburgfarmersmarket.com

RUNNER UP: Tastefully Freaky

tastefullyfreaky.com

FACE MASK SUPPLIER

WINNER: Toledo Game Room

3001 W. Sylvania. 419-475-3775. toledogameroom.com

RUNNER UP: Monarch Comics monarchcomics.net

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SERVICES/ PLACES LANDSCAPER

JUNK REMOVAL SERVICES

WINNER: Jeff ’s Hauling and Cleanup 310 Mulberry St., Perrysburg. 419-508-3782.

Search “Jeff’s Hauling and Cleanup” on Facebook.

WINNER: Toledo Lawns 1951 Tremainsville Rd. 419-318-8873. toledolawns.com

RUNNER UP: Stevens Disposal & Recycling Service stevensdisposal.com

RUNNER UP: Luck Landscaping lucklandscaping.com

CLEANING SERVICE

WINNER: Carissa’s Green Cleaning

HANDYMAN

Service LLC 419-764-9610. facebook.com/carissasgreen RUNNER UP: Molly Maid mollymaid.com

RUNNER UP: Austin Burdue, AB Perfectionist Painting Search “AB Perfectionist Painting” on Facebook.

HEATING AND AIR SERVICE

WINNER: Handy Hubby 2010 N. Reynolds Rd. 419-754-1150. handyhubbytoledo.com

WINNER: M&M Heating and Cooling 1515 Washington St. 419-243-3005. mandmheating.com

RUNNER UP: Pugh Heating and Air Conditioning pughheating.com

PLACE TO BUY A CAR

WINNER: Yark Various locations. yarkauto.com

RUNNER UP: Brondes brondes.com

HOME BUILDER

WINNER: Redfox Custom Homes

12158 Jefferson St., Perrysburg. 419-466-3216. redfoxcustomhomes.com Building a home can be one of the most stressful yet rewarding events, especially if you’re doing so later in life. That’s why it helps to have a reliable team like Redfox in your corner. Founded by veteran area builder Jeremey Redfox, the company brings honesty and expertise to creating dream homes.

RUNNER UP: Mavillino Custom Homes mavillinohomes.com

REMODELING

WINNER: Home Solutions

of Maumee Valley, Inc. 1038 S. Holland Sylvania Rd., Holland.

419-724-1212. homesolutionsofmv.com

RUNNER UP: Handy Hubby

handyhubbytoledo.com

WINDOWS AND DOORS

WINNER: Toledo Door and Window 5153 Secor Rd. 419-475-3667. toledodoor.com

RUNNER UP: Dunright Building Services dunrightbuildingservices.com

KITCHEN AND BATH

WINNER: Glass City Kitchen and Bath 226 S. Reynolds Rd. 567-312-8880. facebook.com/GLASSCITYKITCHENANDBATH

RUNNER UP: Appliance Center shopac.com

MOVING COMPANY

WINNER: MVM Moving & Storage

744 Capital Commons Dr. 419-478-6979. mvmmoving.com

RUNNER UP: Two Men and a Truck twomenandatruck.com/movers/oh/toledo 16

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PLACE TO BUY TIRES WINNER: Tireman

Various locations. thetireman.com

RUNNER UP: Tri County Tire Inc. tricountytire.com

CAR WASH

WINNER: Russ’ Auto Wash

Various locations. russautowashtoledo.com

RUNNER UP: Expresso Car Wash expressocarwash.com

CAR DETAILER

WINNER: Details by Sino 48 N. Westwood. 419-279-1000. detailsbysino.com

RUNNER UP: Yark Automotive Group yarkauto.com

LIMO SERVICE

WINNER: Childers Limousine Service 5825 Angola Rd. 419-535-7019. childerstransportation.com

RUNNER UP: Team Johnson Limo teamjohnsonlimo.com

CATERER

WINNER: Michael’s Gourmet Catering, Inc. 101 Main St. 419-698-2988. michaelsoftoledo.com

RUNNER UP: Social Rind Co. socialrindco.com

WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER/ VIDEOGRAPHER

WINNER: Kristen Nicole Photography 8432 W. Central Ave., Ste 1.

419-349-4215. kristennicolephotography.com

RUNNER UP: Sami Tansel, Sami Rose Photos samirosephotos.com www.toledocitypaper.com

WEDDING DJ

WINNER: DJ T.O.

deejaytomusic.com

RUNNER UP: DJ One Tyme djonetime.com

WEDDING VENUE

WINNER: Nazareth Hall 21211 W. State Route 65, Grand Rapids.

419-832-2900. nazarethhall.com

RUNNER UP: The Stables wheelerfarms.com

ROMANTIC GETAWAY

WINNER: Belamere Suites 12200 Williams Rd., Perrysburg. 866-499-2352. belameresuites.com

RUNNER UP: Maumee Bay

PET DAYCARE/BOARDING

WINNER: Pups Paradise 3618 King Rd., Ste. 1.

419-517-0150. apupsparadise.com

RUNNER UP: All Breed Kennels allbreedsmaumee.com

PET GROOMING

WINNER: Fancy Furs Pet Grooming 308 E. Alexis Rd. 419-386-1144. fancyfursgrooming.com

RUNNER UP: Shaggy Chic ​​facebook.com/ShaggyChicGroomingSalon

DOG TRAINING FACILITY WINNER: Canine Karma

6549 Angola Rd., Holland. 419-290-8237. caninekarma.org

Lodge & Conference Center maumeebaylodge.com

RUNNER UP: Glass City K-9 glasscityk9.com

EVENT PLANNER

PSYCHIC/ASTROLOGER

WINNER: Event Prep

330-314-0709. theeventprep.com

RUNNER UP: Bee for the Day beefortheday.com

PROFESSIONAL FRAMING SERVICE

WINNER: Janet Amid 5600 Monroe St., Ste. 206, Bldg B, Sylvania.

419-882-5510. janetamid.com

RUNNER UP: Medium Sirena LaPoint sirenalapoint.as.me

TATTOO SHOP/STUDIO

WINNER: We’ll Frame It

WINNER: Ink and Iron 1505 Adams St. 567-316-7433. inkandirontattoo.com

RUNNER UP: DeVaul’s Fine Framing

devaulsframing.com

RUNNER UP: Amity Ink amityink.com

DRY CLEANER

TATTOO ARTIST

328 W. Dussel Dr., Maumee.

419-897-0591. wellframeit.com

WINNER: Lasalle Cleaners

Various locations. lasallecleaners.com

RUNNER UP: Sylvania Dry Cleaners

sylvaniadrycleaners.com

TAILOR/SEAMSTRESS

WINNER: Atlas Bridal Shop 4895 Monroe St., #101.

419-474-9119. atlasbridalshop.com

RUNNER UP: Sew N Such

sew-n-such.com

TANNING STUDIO

WINNER: Tan Pro Various locations. tanprousa.com

RUNNER UP: That Glow Tho thatglowtho.com

MARINA/BOAT CLUB

WINNER: Digger Pierce, Ink and Iron 1505 Adams St. 567-316-7433. inkandirontattoo.com

RUNNER UP: Mike Klein, Ink and Iron inkandirontattoo.com

BEST PIERCER

WINNER: Piercings by Caitlin

306 Conant St., Maumee.

419-740-0381. toledobodypiercing.com RUNNER UP: Jessica Fez, Amity Ink amityink.com

WINDOW CLEANER

WINNER: 419 Window Cleaning 419-419-8768. 419windowcleaning.com

RUNNER UP: Fish Window Cleaning fishwindowcleaning.com

WINNER: Toledo Sailing Club 2701 Broadway St. 419-382-5841. toledosailingclub.com

PLACE TO ENJOY YOUR DORA BEVERAGE

RUNNER UP: Bay View Yacht Club

RUNNER UP: Sylvania

bvyc.org

PET ADOPTION SERVICE

WINNER: Toledo Humane Society 827 Illinois Ave., Maumee. 419-891-0705. toledohumane.org

RUNNER UP: Humane Ohio

humaneohio.org

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WINNER: Toledo Uptown District

PLACE TO LEARN HOW TO COOK

WINNER: Foodology 2059 W. Laskey. foodologytoledo.com

SYLVANIA

6407 Monroe St. Sylvania, OH 43560 (419) 882-1017

RUNNER UP: Penta Career Center pentacareercenter.org CONT. ON P. 18

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LAMBERTVILLE

7928 Secor Rd. Lambertville, MI 48144 (734) 854-6221

MAUMEE

4413 Keystone Dr. Maumee, OH 43537 (419) 887-1247

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SPOT FOR BOWLING

WINNER: Forest View Lanes

BEST PLACE TO MEET SINGLES

2345 W. Dean Rd., Temperance, MI. 734-847-4915. forestviewlanes.com

WINNER: Bar 145 5305 Monroe St. 419-593-0073. bar-145.com

RUNNER UP: Timbers Bowling timbersbowling.com

RUNNER UP: The Village Idiot villageidiotmaumee.com

GOLF COURSE/CLUB

BEST PLACE TO PLAY TABLE TOP GAMES

WINNER: Inverness

4601 Dorr St. 419-578-9000. invernessclub.com

RUNNER UP: Brandywine Country Club

brandywinecc.com

WINNER: Hollywood Casino Toledo 1968 Miami St. 419-661-5200. hollywoodcasinotoledo.com

APARTMENT COMPLEX

RUNNER UP: Toledo Game Room toledogameroom.com

1000 Hollister Ln., Perrysburg. 567-202-0672. mosaicleviscommons.com

BIKE SHOP

WINNER: Mosaic at Levis Commons

RUNNER UP: Marina Lofts Toledo

marinaloftstoledo.com

LOCALLY OWNED BUSINESS YOU WISH HADN’T GONE OUT OF BUSINESS IN THE PAST 12 MONTHS

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

RUNNER UP: Reggie’s Bike Shop reggiesbikes.com

WINNER: Ahmed’s Steak House

RUNNER UP: Rudy’s Hot Dog on Sylvania Ave.

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PROFESSIONALS ACUPUNCTURIST

WINNER: Tamara TCM

120 W. Dudley St. 419-345-4996. tamaratcm.com

RUNNER UP: Carol Kremer, Serenity

Health and Wellness serenitywellness1.com

DERMATOLOGIST

WINNER: Dermatology Associates Various locations. daohio.com

RUNNER UP: Bravia Dermatology braviaderm.com

DOCTOR

WINNER: Christy Lorton, M.D.,

Dermatology Associates 12780 Roachton Rd., Perrysburg.

419-872-0777. daohio.com

RUNNER UP: Dr. Matthew Molenda, Bravia Dermatology braviaderm.com

NURSE

WINNER: Julie David, EVOLV

Medical Aesthetics 2000 Regency Ct. #204. 419-720-2008. evolvmedicalaesthetics.com

WINNER: Dr. Shawn Brohl, Spring

Meadows Chiropractic 6823 Spring Valley Dr., Holland. 419-866-6325. springmeadowschiropractic.com In the world of chiropractors, Dr. Brohl, having practiced in the Holland area for more than a quarter of a century, has experience matched by his versatility, offering treatment for everything from personal and sports injuries to both pregnancy and geriatric issues. His satisfied clients know why he ranked so highly on our ballot.

RUNNER UP: Dr. Nick Goin,

Innate Health Chiropractic getinnatehealth.com

AUDIOLOGIST

WINNER: Clint D. Keifer, Au.D., Great Lakes Audiology 3780 King Rd., Ste, 2C. 419-327-2273. glaudiology.com

RUNNER UP: Toledo Clinic Audiology

(Sarah DeLauter and Chelsey Wenner) toledoclinic.com

DENTIST

WINNER: Jon Frankel Dentistry

5012 Talmadge Rd. 419-474-9611. jonfrankeldentistry.com

RUNNER UP: Kelly Kohler, Toledo Clinic ENT toledoclinic.com

EAR, NOSE AND THROAT DOCTOR

WINNER: Dr. Christopher Perry,

The Toledo Clinic 5800 Park Center Ct. 419-724-8368. toledoclinic.com

RUNNER UP: Ellen Baxter DO, ProMedica promedica.org

EYE CARE PROFESSIONAL

WINNER: Pinnacle Eye Group Various locations. pinnacleeyegroup.com

RUNNER UP: Robert K Rhee, MD, Pediatric Ophthalmology Consultants pocllc.com

PLASTIC SURGEON

WINNER: Dr. Frank Barone,

EVOLV Medical Aesthetics 2000 Regency Ct. #204. 419-720-2008. evolvmedicalaesthetics.com

RUNNER UP: Arrowhead Plastic Surgeons arrowheadsurgeons.com

2018

NATUROPATH

RUNNER UP: Dr. Jen Pfleghaar,

Jon Frankel Dentistry 5012 Talmadge Rd. 419-474-9611. jonfrankeldentistry.com

RUNNER UP: Zoey Weiss, Frankel & Puhl Dentistry jonfrankeldentistry.com

ORTHODONTIST

WINNER: HLS Orthodontics Various locations. perfectbraces.com

RUNNER UP: Kay & Paulus Orthodontics kayandpaulus.com www.toledocitypaper.com

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DENTAL HYGIENIST

PflegMed pflegmed.com

ADDICTION RECOVERY SERVICES

WINNER: Zepf Center Various locations. zepfcenter.org

RUNNER UP: Arrowhead Behavioral Health arrowheadbehavioral.com CONT. ON P. 21

OF TO

2016

WINNER: Maleigha Watts, Toledo Naturopathic 13 S. 3rd St., Waterville. 419-376-6104. toledonaturopathic.com D LE O

RUNNER UP: Dental Health Associates of Swanton dhaswanton.com WINNER: Olivia Slates,

seamstress / tailor

2015

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Mending New Coat Linings Repair Furs Make Cushions and Pillows

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THERAPIST/COUNSELOR WINNER: The Willow Center

5565 Airport Hwy. #100. 419-720-5800. willowcenter.com

RUNNER UP: Anchored in Hope Counseling anchoredinhopecounseling.org

VETERINARIAN

FINANCIAL PLANNING FIRM

ATTORNEY

savageandassociates.com

RUNNER UP: Joshua E. Williams, Groth and Associates grothlaw.com

RUNNER UP: Hanson, Inc. hansoninc.com

REALTOR

BAIL BONDS

TRAVEL AGENT

Animal Hospital tahvet.com

316 N. Michigan St. 419-865-7300. smithbondsurety.com

WINNER: Huntington Bank

Various locations. huntington.com

RUNNER UP: Fifth Third Bank

53.com

CREDIT UNION

WINNER: Directions Credit Union Various locations. directionscu.org

RUNNER UP: Glass City Federal Credit Union glasscityfcu.com

RUNNER UP: Katie Reynolds, Travelmation travelmation.net

RUNNER UP: Toledo Bail Bonds, LLC

toledoohiobailbonds.com

AD AGENCY

WINNER: MadAveGroup 1600 Madison Ave. 419-473-9000. madavegroup.com

REAL ESTATE AGENCY

BANK

WINNER: AAA Travel Agency 7150 W. Central Ave. 419-843-1212.

WINNER: Smith Bonds and Surety

RUNNER UP: Kelly Latz, Howard Hanna Real Estate howardhanna.com

RUNNER UP: Temperance

and Digital Marketing 5380 Monroe St., 1-B. 419-787-3475. growwithmeerkat.com

RUNNER UP: Savage and Associates

RE/MAX 3306 Executive Pkwy, Ste. 101.

419-913-8959. remax.com

Animal Hospital 4404 Secor Rd. 419-475-1527. westtoledoanimalhospital.com

WINNER: Toledo Web Designers

Liebenthal-Levine Ltd. 5800 Monroe St. #3, Sylvania. 419-517-0086. liebenthal-levine.com

Retirement Planning Co. 5630 Main St., Sylvania.

419-517-4477. bullmooseretirement.com

WINNER: Binger Show,

WINNER: West Toledo

WEB DESIGN/DEVELOPER

WINNER: Julianne Pickard,

WINNER: Bull Moose

WINNER: RE/MAX Preferred Associates 3306 Executive Pkwy, Ste. 101.

419-720-5600. remax.com

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RUNNER UP: Hart, Inc. hartinc.com

RUNNER UP: Danberry Realtors danberry.com

Thank You Toledo!

INTERIOR DESIGNER

WINNER: Daryl Redway, Appliance Center 321 Illinois Ave., Maumee.

419-893-3374. shopac.com

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RUNNER UP: RCI Interior Design rciinteriordesign.com

PHARMACIST

WINNER: Michael Calabrese, Erie Drug 4502 Lewis Ave. 419-476-4322. eriedrug.com

RUNNER UP: Eric Thompson,

Toledo Clinic Pharmacy toledoclinic.com

INSURANCE AGENT

WINNER: Brady Douville, Liberty Mutual 6350 Levis Commons Blvd. Ste. 302, Perrysburg. 419-578-2438. libertymutual.com

RUNNER UP: Knight Insurance Group

knightinsurance.com

BEST

Psychic/Astrologer

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BEAUTY/HEALTH AND WELLNESS WOMEN’S SALON

WINNER: Rêvé Salon and Spa 5633 N. Main St., Sylvania.

419-885-1140. revesalonandspa.com

RUNNER UP: Soto Signature Salon & Spa sotosalonspa.com

MEN’S BARBER SHOP

WINNER: The Art of Men’s Grooming

6725 W. Central Ave., Ste. KK. 419-701-8421. vagaro.com/theartofmensgrooming

RUNNER UP: House of Him vagaro.com/houseofhimsylvaniaoh

DAY SPA

WINNER: Rêvé Salon and Spa 5633 N. Main St., Sylvania.

419-885-1140. revesalonandspa.com

RUNNER UP: Serenity Health and Wellness serenitywellness1.com

AESTHETICIAN

WINNER: Jarrod DelVecchio,

Ada Aesthetics 12780 Roachton Rd., Perrysburg.

419-873-6961. adaaesthetics.com

RUNNER UP: Vickie Moser, Bravia Aesthetics braviaderm.com

MEDI SPA

WINNER: ADA Aesthetics 12780 Roachton Rd., Perrysburg.

419-873-6961. adaaesthetics.com Let’s face it— taking care of your skin can be a lot of work. The spa of one of Toledo’s most celebrated dermatologists is here makes it easier.

Facial treatments, chemical peels, permanent makeup options and more are available, along with ADA’s body sculpting services. If you want to look your best, our readers say ADA should be your destination.

RUNNER UP: EVOLV Medical Aesthetics evolvmedicalaesthetics.com

HAIR STYLIST

WINNER: Emily Drewyor-King,

Drop-Dead Gorgeous 7341 Airport Hwy #2.

567-742-7477. ddgorgeousllc.com

RUNNER UP: Alexandria Cordero, Haus of Beauty haus-of-beauty.com

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Jigg’s Dinner Baggers & Mash

Appetizers

Irish Nachos Reuben Quesadilla Scotch Eggs

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NAIL SALON

WINNER: Jonathon Khoi Nail Spa

Various locations. jknailspa.com

RUNNER UP: Serenity Nails serenitynailsmaumee.com

BEAUTY SCHOOL

WINNER: Paul Mitchell

BOOTCAMP STUDIO

WINNER: Vault Health & Fitness 117 E. 2nd St., Perrysburg.

419-324-4698. vaulthealth.fit

RUNNER UP: LiveFIT livefitperrysburg.com

GYM/ATHLETIC CLUB

The School Toledo 5549 Monroe St., Sylvania.

419-885-5191. paulmitchell.edu/toledo

WINNER: Vault Health & Fitness 117 E. 2nd St., Perrysburg.

419-324-4698. vaulthealth.fit

RUNNER UP: Summit Salon Academy

summitsalonacademyperrysburg.edu

RUNNER UP: LiveFIT livefitperrysburg.com

MAKEUP ARTIST

PERSONAL TRAINER

WINNER: Raw Rooted Beauty

WINNER: Jen Shively, LiveFIT 12905 Eckel Junction Rd., Perrysburg.

419-482-8175. livefitperrysburg.com

RUNNER UP: Lauren Updike, Soto sotosalonspa.com

RUNNER UP: Erin Higgins, Vault Health and Fitness vaulthealth.fit

6626 Providence St., Whitehouse.

419-704-3562. rawrootedbeauty.com

MASSAGE THERAPIST

WINNER: Kristi Clark, Serenity

YOGA INSTRUCTOR

Health & Wellness Center 1685 Lance Pointe Rd., Maumee.

419-891-2181. serenitywellness2.com

WINNER: Glory Meyer, LiveFIT

RUNNER UP: Back to Basics

backtobasicsmassage.net

RUNNER UP: Diana Spiess, Essence Mind Body Studio essencembs.com

HOLISTIC HEALTH CENTER

PHYSICAL THERAPY

6725 W. Central Ave. 419-318-9005. axiomlux.com

RUNNER UP: Alternative

WINNER: Axiom Lux

RUNNER UP: Serenity Health

& Wellness Center serenitywellness2.com

YOGA STUDIO

WINNER: Toledo Yoga

4324 Central Ave. 419-531-0006. toledoyoga.com

RUNNER UP: Essence Mind Body Studio essencembs.com

BOUTIQUE FITNESS STUDIO/CLASSES

WINNER: Vault Health & Fitness

117 E. 2nd St., Perrysburg.

419-324-4698. vaulthealth.fit

RUNNER UP: The Exercise Coach exercisecoach.com/sylvania

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12905 Eckel Junction Rd., Perrysburg.

419-482-8175. livefitperrysburg.com

WINNER: PT Link

Various locations. ptlinktherapy.com

Physical Therapy alternativephysicaltherapy.com

CBD SHOP

WINNER: Lavender Lane

12040 Plank Rd., Milan, MI. 734-239-2213. lavenderlanemi.com

RUNNER UP: Toledo Hemp Center toledohempcenter.com

NUTRITION COUNSELING

WINNER: Neuroflex 650 Dixie Hwy., Rossford.

786-606-0926. neuroflexjuice.com

RUNNER UP: Diana Spiess, Essence essencembs.com CONT. ON P. 24

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FOOD ETHNIC GROCERY WINNER: Sofo Foods

5400 Monroe St. 419-882-8555. shopsofos.com

RUNNER UP: Tiger Mediterranean Bakery & Deli tigerbakery.com

LOCAL GROCERY

WINNER: Monnette’s Market

5717 Secor Rd., 419-475-3587.

4760 Glendale Ave., 419-382-6372.

Search “Monnette’s Market on Secor.”

DONUTS

BBQ

2017 Glendale Ave. 419-382-6684. wixeysbakery.com

American Roadhouse 5111 Monroe St. 419-841-9505. shortystoledo.com

WINNER: Shorty’s True

WINNER: Wixey Bakery

RUNNER UP: Holey Toledough holeytoledough.com

RUNNER UP: Deet’s BBQ deetsbbq.com

PIZZA

RUNNER UP: Inky’s Real Italian inkysitalianfoods.com

WINNER: Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream & Yogurt 5655 Secor Rd. 419-474-8861.

5908 W. Sylvania Ave. 419-882-1118. handelsicecream.com

BURGER JOINT

RUNNER UP: Mr. Freeze facebook.com/mymrfreeze

309 Conant St., Maumee. 419-893-7281. villageidiotmaumee.com

WINNER: Berger’s Bar and Grill 1742 W. Laskey Rd. 419-473-9541. bergersbarandgrill.com

NATURAL FOOD STORE

RUNNER UP: Inside the Five Brewing

insidethefivebrewing.com

WINNER: Tandoor 2247 S. Reynolds Rd. 419-385-7467. tandooroftoledo.com

SEAFOOD

RUNNER UP: Star of India starofindiafood.com

22 Main St. 419-697-5427. realseafoodcotoledo.com

ITALIAN RESTAURANT

WINNER: Health Food by Claudia’s

3904 Secor Rd. 419-474-2400. healthfoodsbyclaudia.com

RUNNER UP: Bassett’s Health Foods facebook.com/BassettsHealthFoods

WINNER: Real Seafood Co.

DINER

RUNNER UP: Mancy’s Bluewater Grille

INDIAN RESTAURANT

WINNER: Schmucker’s 2103 N. Reynolds Rd. 419-535.9116. schmuckersrestaurant.com

mancysbluewater.com

WINNER: Rosie’s Italian Grille 606 N. McCord Rd. 419-866-5007. rosiesitaliangrille.com

HOT DOGS

RUNNER UP: Mayberry Diner mayberrydiners.com

WINNER: Rudy’s Hot Dog

RUNNER UP: Inky’s Italian Foods inkysitalianfoods.com

Various locations. rudyshotdog.com

MEXICAN RESTAURANT

COFFEE SHOP

WINNER: Brew House

320 Conant St., Maumee. 419-740-3222. brewhousemaumee.com

RUNNER UP: SIP Coffee siptoledo.com

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RUNNER UP: Tony Packo’s

tonypacko.com

WINNER: Nagoya Japanese Steakhouse 6190 Levis Commons Blvd., Perrysburg.

419-931-8400. nagoyaohio.com

RUNNER UP: QQ Kitchen qqkitchen.com

ICE CREAM

WINNER: The Village Idiot

RUNNER UP: Walt Churchill’s Market

waltchurchillsmarket.com

ASIAN RESTAURANT

WINNER: Cocina De Carlos

Perrysburg and Waterville cocinadecarlos.com

MEDITERRANEAN RESTAURANT WINNER: The Beirut

4082 Monroe St. 419-473-0885. beirutrestaurant.com Toledo is a culinary melting pot of culinary cultures with much pride in our Mediterranean options. That makes The Beirut’s victory in this category all the more impressive— but anyone who’s eaten there knows why it came out on top.

With an eye popping assortment of authentic Lebanese cuisine, and some very good pizza for good measure, The Beirut’s soothing atmosphere is the perfect compliment to your meal.

RUNNER UP: Grape Leaf Diner grape-leaf.com

RUNNER UP: Ventura’s Mexican Restaurant venturasmexicanrestaurant.com

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STEAKHOUSE

WINNER: Mancy’s Steakhouse

953 Phillips Ave. 419-476-4154. mancys.com

BEST PLACE FOR A FIRST DATE

benchmark-restaurant.com

WINNER: The Heights 444 N. Summit St. 419-243-7565. theheightstoledo.com

BEST FOOD TRUCK

RUNNER UP: Basil Pizza & Wine Bar basilpizzaandwinebar.com

RUNNER UP: Benchmark Restaurant

WINNER: Beastro Burger Truck

419-204-3782. facebook.com/BeastroBurgerTruck

RUNNER UP: Rosie’s The Rolling Chef rosiesitaliangrille.com/therollingchef

DINNER AND LIVE MUSIC WINNER: The Village Idiot

309 Conant St., Maumee.

419-893-7281. villageidiotmaumee.com

BEST PLACE TO BREAK UP WITH SOMEONE

WINNER: Wildwood Metropark

5100 Central Ave. 419-407-9700. metroparkstoledo.com

RUNNER UP: The Distillery distillerytoledo.com

RUNNER UP: Hollywood Casino Toledo hollywoodcasinotoledo.com

BEST PLACE FOR A CELEBRATORY TOAST

DRINKS

WINNER: The Heights 444 N. Summit St. 419-243-7565. theheightstoledo.com

NEW BAR

RUNNER UP: Mancy’s Steakhouse

20 N. St. Clair.

419-720-7200. facebook.com/fireflytoledo

mancys.com

BEST PLACE FOR A CHEAP DATE

WINNER: Wildwood Metropark 5100 Central Ave. 419-407-9700. metroparkstoledo.com

RUNNER UP: Inky’s Italian Foods

inkysitalianfoods.com

WINNER: Firefly

RUNNER UP: Buffalo Rock Brewing Company buffalorockbrewing.com

NEIGHBORHOOD BAR WINNER: The Village Idiot

309 Conant St., Maumee.

419-893-7281. villageidiotmaumee.com

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COLLEGE BAR

WINNER: Bier Stube Bar & Grill 5333 Monroe St. 419-841-7999. bierstubetoledo.com

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RUNNER UP: Juniper Brewing Co. juniperbrew.com

MEADERY:

WINNER: Four Fires Meadery 1683 Lance Pointe Rd., #106, Maumee.

419-288-5007. 4fmeadery.com Area drinkers have a high quality meadery in their backyard. Founded in 2018, Four Fires is the result of four friends who were turning out world-class mead in their own garage projects. According to our voters, the Glass City’s first meadery still ranks as the best place to enjoy the drink of Kings in the area.

RUNNER UP: 5th Street Pub

5thstreetpub.com

BREWERY

WINNER: Earnest Brew Works

4342 S. Detroit Ave. 419-318-8344. earnestbrewworks.com

RUNNER UP: Inside the Five Brewing

insidethefivebrewing.com

WINERY:

WINNER: Majestic Oak Winery

13554 Mohler Rd., Grand Rapids.

419-875-6474. majesticoakwinery.com

RUNNER UP: Urban Pine Winery

urbanpinewinery.com

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IRISH BAR

WINNER: Shawn’s Irish Tavern

Various locations. shawnsirishtavern.com

RUNNER UP: The Blarney stpatricksdaytoledo.com

LGBTQ+ BAR

WINNER: Georgjz419

1205 Adams St. 419-842-4477. georgjz419.com

RUNNER UP: Hamburger Mary’s hamburgermarys.com

TRIVIA NIGHT

WINNER: Sidelines Sports Eatery and Pub Various locations. sidelinessportseatery.com

RUNNER UP: Inside the Five Brewing insidethefivebrewing.com

DRAG SHOW

WINNER: Hamburger Mary’s

26 Main St. 419-205-9393. hamburgermarys. com

RUNNER UP: Georgjz419 georgjz419.com

LOCAL DISTILLERY WINNER: Toledo Spirits

WINNER: Shawn’s Irish Tavern

Various locations. shawnsirishtavern.com

1301 N Summit St. 419-662-9521. toledospirits.com

RUNNER UP: Fricker’s frickers.com

RUNNER UP: Flatrock Distillery flatrockdistillingcompany.com

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ART

ART CLASSES

WINNER: Toledo Museum of Art 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org

RUNNER UP: Tote & Go Canvas toteandgocanvas.com

DANCE CLASSES

WINNER: Foormations

Haus of Dance 1700 N. Reynolds St. 419-215-5233. foormations.com

RUNNER UP: Defying Gravity Dance Studio defyinggravity.dance

FILMMAKER

WINNER: Anthony Wright Search “Anthony Wright Films” on Facebook.

RUNNER UP: Josh Nagel joshnagelproductions.com

LOCAL AUTHOR/WRITER WINNER: Neaira Williams

VISUAL ARTIST

(GLASS, SCULPTURE & INSTALLATION) WINNER: Monkey Gnome instagram.com/monkeygnome The mysterious artist behind hundreds of gnome statues that have popped up all around the Toledo area for the past year and a half ran one of the most creative and effective campaigns for votes we’ve ever seen. From yard signs (including some that popped up in front of our office!) to custom statues and more, Monkey Gnome became a clear favorite for voters. We can’t wait to see what you do next year, Monkgomery!

RUNNER UP: Art by Mingo

Search “Art by Mingo” on Facebook

VISUAL ARTIST

(PAINTING AND DRAWING) WINNER: Kelly Brown artbykelly.com

RUNNER UP: Dawn Bucklew

Search “Dawn Bucklew Art” on Facebook

neairatheauthor.com

RUNNER UP: Ashley Marie twitter.com/ashleymari30

LOCAL THEATER GROUP

WINNER: Toledo Repertoire Theatre 16 10th St. 419-243-9277. toledorep.org

RUNNER UP: Glass City Improv glasscityimprov.com

LOCAL ACTOR/PERFORMER

WINNER: Sunny Hooplove facebook.com/sunnyhooplove

RUNNER UP: Neil Powell facebook.com/neil.powell.90

COMEDIAN

WINNER: Emily Garrow

Search “Emily Garrow” on Facebook

RUNNER UP: Steve Sabo Search “Steve Sabo” on Facebook

ART EXHIBIT OF 2021

PHOTOGRAPHER

WINNER: “Supernatural,” Toledo Museum of Art

Photography carriemccaughtry.com

RUNNER UP: “Art of the Cut,” Toledo Museum of Art

WINNER: Carrie McCaughtry

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INDEPENDENT GALLERY

WINNER: Firenation Glass 7166 Front St., Holland.

419-866-6288. firenation.com

VOTED BEST CANDY STORE

RUNNER UP: Art on Market Shoppes facebook.com/Artonmarket

PLACE TO BUY LOCAL ART

2021

WINNER

WINNER: Handmade Toledo 1717 Adams St. 419-214-1717. handmadetoledo.com

RUNNER UP: Toledo Museum of Art toledomuseum.org

boydsretrocandy.com 954 Phillips Ave. | Toledo, OH

419.720.7387 MONDAY - SATURDAY 12:00 NOON TO 6:00 PM CLOSED SUNDAY

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Stop in and see why we’re Toledo’s best GAMING and COMIC STORE toledogameroom.com

MEDIA RADIO STATION LOCAL TV STATION WINNER: WTVG 13abc

13abc.com

RUNNER UP: WTOL 11

wtol.com

BEST ANCHOR DUO

WINNER: Diane Larson and Lee Conklin, 13abc 13abc.com

RUNNER UP: Melissa Andrews and

(419) 475-3775 3001 W Sylvania Ave Toledo, OH 43613

Jeff Smith, WTOL 11 wtol.com

SPORTSCASTER

Best

“Spot for Bowling”

SPRING VOLLEYBALL LEAGUES NOW FORMING

We do Catering too!

(734) 847-4915

Saturdays & Sundays Bloody Marys, Mimosas and Brunch (11am-1pm) Reserve our banquet room for your next event

ForestViewLanes.com

2345 W. Dean Rd. Temperance MI 48182

proclaimfm.com It’s listener support that keeps Proclaim FM going, and that same support has made them a consistent favorite of our reader. Broadcasting the best in contemporary Christian music and programs, Proclaim FM has been a regular part of Toledo listeners’ lives since 1966. Their afternoon broadcast, hosted by Robin Sullivan from 3-7pm on weekdays, was also recognized by our voters as Best Radio Show.

RUNNER UP: YesFM yeshome.com

RADIO SHOW

WINNER: Proclaim FM Afternoon

WINNER: Justin Feldkamp, 13abc

Drive with Robin Sullivan proclaimfm.com

RUNNER UP: Jordan Strack, WTOL

wtol.com

RUNNER UP: Wake Up Call with Jeff and Chris, YesFM yeshome.com

METEOROLOGIST

LOCAL PODCAST

13abc.com

Thank You

WINNER: Proclaim FM

WINNER: Jay Berschback, 13abc

13abc.com

RUNNER UP: Chris Vickers, WTOL

WINNER: The 419 Grind

the419grind.com

RUNNER UP: The Queen Silvy Show

wtol.com

queensilvycomedy.com

PRINT JOURNALIST

LOCALLY PRODUCED VIDEO

WINNER: Rebecca Regnier,

freelancer rebeccaregnier.com

RUNNER UP: Mary Bilyeu, The Blade

toledoblade.com/mary-bilyeu

WINNER: Cheap Eats Search “Cheap Eats” on YouTube

RUNNER UP: Awaken the Unknown, Toledo Spirit Hunters facebook.com/ToledoSpiritHunters

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Serving Toledo, OH and Surrounding Areas

Thank You Toledo!

A great honor to be recognized by the community we proudly serve!

2021

WINNER

Best Remodeling

419-724-1212

1038 South Holland Sylvania Rd. Holland, OH 43528 | homesolutionsofmv.com

@homesolutionsofmv

@homesolutionsmv

@homesolutionsofmv

YOU NAME IT WE’LL FRAME IT!

• Locally owned & operated • Picture framing/matting • Memorabilia/shadowbox • Photos • Prints • Original paintings • So much more, endless possibilities

2021

WINNER

Voted BEST Professional Framers

328 W. Dussel Dr. Maumee, OH | 419.897.0591 | wellframeit.com

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MUSIC

HIP HOP ARTIST WINNER: B. Wills

facebook.com/BeverlyWills419

SINGER

WINNER: Amanda Deen

RUNNER UP: She Speaks whoisshespeaks.com

RUNNER UP: Abbigale Rose

KARAOKE NIGHT

popsgarage419.com abbigalerose.com

BAND (COVERS)

WINNER: Noisy Neighbors facebook.com/noisyneighborsband

RUNNER UP: Bier Stube Bar & Grill bierstubetoledo.com

RUNNER UP: Pop’s Garage popsgarage419.com

MUSIC VENUE

BAND (ORIGINALS)

309 Conant St., Maumee.

419-893-7281. villageidiotmaumee.com

facebook.com/ChrisShuttersFanPage

RUNNER UP: Promenade Park

WINNER: Chris Shutters Band

RUNNER UP: Amelia Airharts

facebook.com/AmeliaAirharts

DJ

WINNER: The Village Idiot

(ProMedica Concert Series) promenadeconcerts.com

RECORD STORE

WINNER: Culture Clash Records

WINNER: DJ T.O.

deejaytomusic.com

912 Monroe St. 419-536-5683. cultureclashrecords.com

RUNNER UP: AudioFlesh

RUNNER UP: Allied Record Exchange

facebook.com/AudioFlesh

! u o Y k n a h T

WINNER: Wheelin on the Rocks 1515 W. Laskey Rd. 419-214-0878. wheelinontherocks.com

VOTED TOLEDO’S BEST AUDIOLOGIST

2021

WINNER

A DOCTOR WHO LISTENS

alliedrecordexchange.com

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Personal approach Comprehensive Ear Care Gentle Earwax Removal Skilled at Maximizing Hearing Aid Benefit Tinnitus Care

Clint Keifer, Au.D.

3780 King Rd #2c, Toledo, OH • 419 EAR-CARE (327-2273) • glaudiology.com

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How do this year’s winners stack up to last?

O D E L O T Find out here

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BLUES/JAZZ ARTIST

WINNER: Chris Shutters facebook.com/ChrisShuttersFanPage

Chris Shutters is no stranger to award recognition. He has been a staple of Best of Toledo ballots for years, and has also been honored as best artist in Chicago and Austin, TX in the past. Add in his reputation as a champion blues performer, his position as frontman of several renowned bands and multiple albums, and it’s easy to see why his talent is at the top of our readers’ minds so often.

RUNNER UP: Buzz Anderson facebook.com/buzz.anderson1

MUSIC LESSONS

WINNER: Forté Music School

3208 W. Sylvania Ave. 419-471-2100. fortemusicandarts.com

RUNNER UP: Full Score Music fullscoremusic.com CONT. ON P. 36

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COMMUNITY

CHARITY/NONPROFIT

BEST NEIGHBORHOOD

WINNER: Bittersweet Farms 12660 Archbold-Whitehouse Rd., Whitehouse.

419-875-6986. bittersweetfarms.org

RUNNER UP: West Toledo

RUNNER UP: Life Connection of Ohio lifeconnection.org

WINNER: Sylvania

SUBURBAN DOWNTOWN WINNER: Sylvania

COLLEGE

RUNNER UP: Perrysburg

utoledo.edu

NONPROFIT EVENT

RUNNER UP: Bowling Green State University bgsu.edu

RUNNER UP: Barefoot at the Beach barefootatthebeach.org

COUNTRY CLUB/ PRIVATE CLUB

WINNER: Acoustics for Autism acousticsforautism.com

WINNER: University of Toledo

WINNER: Brandywine Country Club 6904 Salisbury Rd. Maumee.

419-865-2393. brandywinecc.com

RUNNER UP: Sylvania Country Club sylvaniacc.org

BEST FESTIVAL

WINNER: German American Festival

INSTITUTION WE’RE PROUD OF WINNER: Toledo Zoo

2 Hippo Way. 419-385-4040. toledozoo.org

germanamericanfestival.net Our voters love the German American Festival.

How much? It won on the 2020 ballot for Best Festival, and it wasn’t even held that year! So for 2021, with Toledo’s oldest and largest ethnic festival once again back in full swing— featuring music, folk dancing, activities, contests, authentic German food and plenty of delicious beer— there was no way the GAF would be denied. Prost!

RUNNER UP: Metroparks metroparkstoledo.com

RUNNER UP: Acoustics for Autism acousticsforautism.com

RUNNER UP: Toledo Museum of Art toledomuseum.org

BEST PLACE TO SHOW OFF TOLEDO TO OUT-OF-TOWNERS

WINNER: Toledo Zoo 2 Hippo Way. 419-385-4040. toledozoo.org

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THANK YOU TOLEDO

“Best Donuts”

wixeysbakery.com

2017 Glendale Ave. | Toledo | (419) 382-6684

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HOUSE OF WORSHIP

HIGH SCHOOL CONT. FROM P. 36

WINNER: Sylvania Southview

7225 W. Sylvania Ave., Sylvania.

419-824-8580. sylvaniaschools.org

WINNER: St. Joseph Catholic Church 104 W. Broadway St., Maumee.

419-893-4848. stjosephmaumee.org

RUNNER UP: Central Catholic centralcatholic.org

RUNNER UP: CedarCreek cedarcreek.tv

PRIVATE SCHOOL

POLITICIAN

WINNER: Central Catholic

WINNER: Marcy Kaptur

2550 Cherry St. 419-255-2280. centralcatholic.org

RUNNER UP: Wade Kapszukiewicz

RUNNER UP: Notre Dame Academy

UNION

VOCATIONAL SCHOOL/ COMMUNITY COLLEGE

RUNNER UP: Toledo Federation

WINNER: UAW Local 12

nda.org

uawlocal12.org

of Teachers tft250.org

WINNER: Toledo School

for the Arts 333 14th St. 419-246-8742. ts4arts.org

POLICE OFFICER

WINNER: George Kral

RUNNER UP: Penta Career Center

RUNNER UP: Chief Brad Navarre, Metro Park Ranger

pentacareercenter.org

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(419) 419-8768

2021

WINNER

Best Piercer

FOR BOOKING: amityink.com/booking

“Largest selection of American made quality body jewelry in the Toledo metro area”

306 CONANT ST MAUMEE, OH 43537 | (419) 740-0381

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FIREFIGHTER

EVENT THAT MAKES YOU PROUD TO BE A TOLEDOAN

WINNER: Brian Byrd

RUNNER UP: Amanda Lyons

WINNER: Toledo Mud Hens Baseball

milb.com/toledo

BEST DRESSED MAN RUNNER

RUNNER UP: Jeep Fest toledojeepfest.com

WINNER: DJ T.O.

2021

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LOCAL CELEBRITY

RUNNER UP: Anthony Frogameni tolortho.com/Frogameni.html

WINNER: Jamie Farr

RUNNER UP: Chrys Peterson

BEST DRESSED WOMAN

SOCIAL MEDIA ACCOUNT

WINNER: Chrys Peterson chryspeterson.com

WINNER: Guy in the 419 facebook.com/guyinthe419

RUNNER UP: Katie Moline

electkatiemoline.com

Thank You for voting Directions as

RUNNER UP: Toledo Moms for Social Justice facebook.com/groups/toledomomsforsocialjustice

RUNNER UP: BEST NEW BAR 2021

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getinnatehealth.com (419) 872-2255

Banking at Directions Credit Union is different.

As a member you’re recognized not just for who you are, but for who you can be.

Leading the way with pediatric, prenatal and family chiropractic care!

Our credit union family has grown along side yours over the past 69 years. Borrowing, saving and planning for life’s little joys and big moments – we’ve been there and will continue to be there for you and your family.

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WINNER

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We Are Here!

Airport Hwy.

McCord Rd.

TAS Electronics

McCord Rd.

Spring Meadows Chiropractic team is excited to show you the type of care that will not only get you out of pain, but change your life.

With changing healthcare and lifestyles, it’s more important than ever to get yourself out of pain and then start down a journey of true health!

Guitar Center

Centers Dr.

Celebrate being the best.

Best Liquor Store Best Retail Wine Selection

Dr. Shawn Brohl, D.C, C.C.S.P.

Thank you Toledo!

BEST CHIROPRACTOR

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STOP IN FOR THE BEST BEER SELECTIONS

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Off of 475, Exit 8

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4129 Talmadge Road | Toledo | (419) 472-1421

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By the Numbers 578,546votes from 50,545 voters

top 5

72.3%

female

Zip Codes 1 43560 3 43613 2 43551 4 43615 5 43537

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WEEKDAY

2021

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$10 MENU

SELECT PIZZAS & SMALL PLATES ONLY $10

Monday - Thursday 11 am-4pm Levis Commons

3145 HOLLISTER LN • PERRYSBURG

419-873-6218

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LIVE

Irish Fare in Toledo

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Great pubs and restaurants for St. Paddy’s

By Autumn Vasquez Check out these Toledo area eateries serving up the best Irish fare! Whether you’re looking to spend time with friends or family, enjoy these Irish gems:

The Blarney Irish Pub

Music

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O’Shea’s Irish Pub

The Blarney Irish Pub is a downtown destination with a full menu of featured specials and live entertainment from Thursday to Saturday nights. Stop by for a genuine taste of Ireland, such as the Blarney’s Irish Boxty or Fish & Chips.

pm

6pm-10

601 Monroe St. Toledo, OH, 43604 419-418-2339

O’Shea’s Irish Pub is a local favorite serving good quality food daily. O’Shea’s engages customers with live entertainment, a spacious patio and games such as pool, darts and giant jenga.

1851 W Sylvania Ave. Toledo, OH 43613 419-725-2337

201 MORRIS ST mbaybrew.com | (419) 243-1302

Shawn’s Irish Tavern Jamo’s Pub Jamo’s pub serves both Irish and American food (try the Irish Nachos) with friendly service and Irish-themed cocktails like the Dublin Mule.

Enjoy the music and fun events!

3223 W Sylvania Ave. Toledo, OH 43613 419-315-8880 Shawn’s Irish Tavern has been serving quality food to the Toledo area since 1968, with Irish favorites like pub sandwiches and Shepherd’s Pie. Their menu features homemade soups, fresh burgers, pizzas and other comfort foods, as well as Jiggs Dinners, available every Thursday.

OB’s Bar & Grill OB’s wears its Irish soul on its sleeve with the shamrock decor and great food like corned beef sandwiches and even a Reuben pizza, It’s clear that the hometown atmosphere is what keeps patrons coming back.

4400 Heatherdowns Blvd.Toledo, OH. 43614 419-381-1281

Stones Throw Tavern

Location: 2243 Tremainsville Rd. 419-407-5886

This casual hangout has a menu of classic Irish bites, including Cornish Pasties and Bangers & Mash, plus weekly events such as Tuesday Trivia and live music every Wednesday!

176 Wooster St. Bowling Green, OH, 43402 Telephone: 419-354-7474

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POPPERS SeaGate becomes WineGate

It’s almost time to raise your glasses once again. The Glass City Wine Festival returns to the SeaGate Convention Centre on Saturday, March 5 after a COVID-induced hiatus. Featuring gourmet food options, live entertainment and, of course, wine— with more than 15 wineries represented— the Festival is a celebrated Toledo annual foodie event. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Parker’s Purpose, a Fremont charity that aids children who are ill and disabled. Afternoon general admission: $27. 1pm.

Evening VIP admission: $42. 5pm. Evening general admission: $32. 6pm.

401 Jefferson Ave. 419-255-3300. glasscitywinefestival.com

Fish Fry for foreseeable future

Now for the really important news: The Fish Fry update! The Conn-Weissenberger Legion Hall is offering their Fish Fry dinner every Friday night.

An all-you-can-eat fish and chicken dinner is only $11 per person, and a combo of fish and/or chicken with shrimp is $13.50. If you only want shrimp, that’ll be $10. Have kids? A to-go order for ages 5-10 is $6.50, and kids 4 and under eat free. Fridays. 5-7pm. 2020 W Alexis Rd. 419-471-0587. americanlegion587.us

Get lucky in Toledo

Green beer and shamrocks will be busting out all over on Saturday, March 19 as the 5th annual Lucky’s St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl comes to Toledo. Starting at Ye Olde Cock n Bull, attendees will visit five area bars, each with their own specials on offer and waived cover charges.

Then, attendees will enjoy an exclusive after party complete with a costume contest. Single tickets: $15. Group tickets: $10 per person for groups of four. 4pm-midnight. 9 N Huron St. crawlwith.us/toledo/stpattys

let’s do brunch.]

Check for brunch dates and times

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FILM NOTES

REEL APPEAL Filmmaker endows new award at Ann Arbor Fest Amy Moore talks films, Africa and inspiration

By Jeff Glick

A Quiet classic comes to Franklin Park

Casting John Wayne as a retired, Irish-born boxer with no trace of an accent might have seemed unusual, but no one can deny that The Quiet Man became a classic of comedy and good feelings.

Made by legendary director John Ford in 1952, the film became a hit and won Ford his fourth Academy Award for Best Director. Fathom Events and TCM host this 70th anniversary screening of the movie this month. $12.50.

1pm, Sunday, March 13. 7pm, Thursday, March 17. Franklin Park 16, 5001 Monroe St. 419-472-2324. cinemark.com

The King returns at Imagination Station A conversation with Amy Moore is ‘The story owns us’ peppered with references to her love for Moore said the decision to endow the both film and Africa. This is fitting, as No. 1 African Film Award for films asher generosity has led to the foundation sociated with the African continent was of a new prize, The No. 1 African Film based largely on a quote from Chinua Award, which will be given during the Achebe in his book Anthills of the Savanupcoming 60th Ann Arbor Film Festival nah: “It is only the story … that saves (which runs March 22 through our progeny from blundering like blind March 27). beggars into the spikes of the cactus Moore became a filmmaker because fence. The story is our escort; without she “always wanted to write it, we are blind. Does the blind man own screenplays.” She gained her early his escort? No, neither do we the story; experience in performance arts through rather, it is the story that owns us.” the theater in New York City, working as Moore explained that when she read assistant director or assistant producer, the Achebe quote that “it all came with names such as Bob Fosse and together” — her long-standing Jonathan Miller. She then “hopped over involvement with the Ann Arbor Film to film,” she said.

Festival as a Moore knows board member, 60th Annual how to tell a story her filmmakAnn Arbor Film Festival and the elements ing background that make a story March 22-27, 2022 and her love for great. With those Michigan Theater, Ann Arbor Africa. It was, two attributes, per Achebe, “the For info and tickets visit she has followed story that owns aafilmfest.org that as a career. me.” Moore comments that Getting bitten the filmmakers from Africa have been Moore explains her love of the African represented at the Ann Arbor Film continent and the way of life that it Festival in growing numbers over the presents as “you get bitten. I just fell in years and add to the otherwise large love with it.” She was the producer of contingent of international filmmakers. the BBC/HBO series The No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency, one of the first major Time in Africa productions to be filmed in Botswana.

Moore’s first trip to Africa, when she Moore has endowed the “No. 1” award was 12 years old, began her affinity for for African films— both films made by the people and the land, prompting Africans as well as films with an African her to return after college. She visited subject matter. The Award is made Botswana and hitchhiked around the possible due to a $15,000 endowment country, at a time when there were few contribution from Moore, a former roads and the land was largely resident of southern Africa now living in undeveloped. Years later, she was hired Ann Arbor. The winning film will receive by the Struggle Leaders, a group that an award of $500. resisted and worked to overthrow The No. 1 African Film Award is a play apartheid in South Africa. Moore was on the name of Moore’s involvement in given the charge to start a film studio.

The No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency. The Residing in Johannesburg for 12 series was based on a story that Moore years shaped her feelings and further read, though it was still unpublished at developed her love for southern Africa the time, which is now a wildly successand Botswana and their cultures. Moore ful set of over a dozen novels. Based explained, “It is hard for me to express upon the quality of the story and it’s the depth of my feelings for this compelling nature, Moore acquired the country — the space expands and the film rights and created the series, which time stands still,” adding that “it is a was then purchased by HBO and BBC, mindset, a quietude, a feeling of love for screening first in 2009.

Africa and its way of life.”

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One of the most celebrated film trilogies of all time reaches its climax at the Keybank Discovery Theater as The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King plays at Imagination Station on Saturday, March 5. The Keybank Theater has been playing installments of the Lord of the Rings films since midFebruary. Released in 2003, the third film in the saga became a sensation, winning all eleven of the Oscars it was nominated for, including Best Picture. $10. 7pm. 1 Discovery Way. 419-244-2674. imaginationstationtoledo.org

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CURTAIN CALL Toledo Rep presents Tale of Two “Towns” Plays explore life, death and what happens in between

By Laurie Bertke

21+ EVENTS

NIGHT OF THE

LIVING

DEAD

Thursday, March 24 • 6 -10pm Zombies have taken over Imagination Station— can you survive the night? Harness your adrenaline as you face the zombie apocalypse or become one of the undead by morning. Learn survival skills from BG Undead and The Worst-Case Scenario: Survival Experience.

• Zombie dress encouraged • Food, cash bar, DJ, creepy science • Specialty drink included with ticket

ULTIMATE FIELD TRIP Thursday, April 28 • 6 -10pm Take a break from the day to day, sign your permission slip and relive one of the best times in school– Field Trip Day! Create, explore and play just like you did when you were a kid –only better.

• Adult beverages, 80s/90s music, hands-on activities • Show your school spirit • Box lunch included with ticket

TICKETS PER EVENT Presale: Members $35 • Non-Members $40 Door: Members $40 • Non-Members $45

The Toledo Rep and Actors Collaborative Toledo (ACT) are joining together this spring to stage Our Town by Thorton Wilder and Middletown by Will Eno. From opposite ends of a century, the two plays take a powerful and sometimes funny look at American life, how we see ourselves today and how we look back on the values that have shaped who we are.

“Both shows have similar thematic elements,” said Jeffrey Albright, ACT’s board president and co-founder. The Rep is taking the lead on “Our Town,” while ACT oversees the production of “Middletown.” The two companies are collaborating on elements such as financing and design.

Classic and contemporary

Both plays are set in small towns that could be anywhere in the United States.

Widely considered a classic American play, “Our Town” tells the story of life in the fictitious town of Grover’s Corners, New Hampshire at the turn of the 20th century. Director Sonia Perez says the play explores themes related to family, love, marriage and death, which anyone can relate to on some level. “It’s really about people, about relationships, about connecting with one another and really appreciating the here and now,” she said. “Do we really take the time to appreciate those moments of laughter, of joy?”

Perez said the play’s minimalist set allows the audience to “step into the play” in a unique way. “It actually lends itself to the audience really listening and absorbing what the characters are saying,” Perez explained. “You’re not being given all the information, but that, in a way, broadens your horizons and connects to your imagination in a completely different way.”

“Middletown” premiered in 2010 and offers a contemporary take on similar themes tackled by Thorton Wilder when he wrote “Our Town” in 1938. In “Middletown,” a friendship between longtime resident, John Dodge, and a

Sonia Perez, Director of a collaboration about American life. new arrival, Mary Swanson, intersects with the inhabitants of Middletown in strange and touching ways. “It deals with how we’re always kind of in the middle of something — we’re in between death and birth, we’re in the middle of a book, we’re between jobs — we’re always in between,” said director Dave Nelms. “It’s poignant, sad at times, and very, very funny.”

Reaching new audiences

While it is not the first time the Rep and ACT have worked together, Albright noted it is the first time they have presented shows in repertory — meaning the plays are performed on alternating days during the same time period.

Albright stated one of the greatest benefits of working together is that Toledo Rep audiences are introduced to ACT, and vice versa. “Artists work best when they work together,” said Albright, who also serves on the Toledo Rep’s board. “Rather than creating an atmosphere of competition, we strive to create an atmosphere of cooperation.”

Our Town: March 24, 26, April 1, 3, 7 and 9.

Middletown: March 25, 27, 31, April 2, 8, 10.

Tickets: $9.75-$19.75; in person and streaming options available at toledorep.org. Toledo Repertoire Theatre, 16 10th Street.

Presented by:

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ART TO HEART Fine Art returns to SeaGate

Photo courtesy: Toledo Museum of Art Facebook page

One of the area’s most popular art shows returns this month.

The 2022 Toledo Fine Art Fair will feature artists from around the Midwest showcasing their wares, from sculptures and glass art to handcrafted jewelry. The Fair will be at the SeaGate Convention Centre the weekend of March 12 and 13.

One-of-a-kind pieces that art lovers won’t find anywhere else will be available. Visit facebook.com/ToledoFineArtFair.

Making Art That Lasts

Leather scraps became Alex Hall’s passion

By Mallory Arnold

When Alex Hall, the creator behind AThirteen Leather, was in high school, he got a hold of a bundle of leather scraps and created a few leather rings.

That bundle of leather became Hall’s discovery of his creative outlet. Originally from the Indian Lake region near Lima, Hall attended Bowling Green University to study Fine Arts. In 2010 he was hired at RP Marketing/Transcend Strategy Group as the design lead.

“Fortunately, I enjoy what I do,” Hall said. “It’s like working without working.”

Personal Pieces

Every piece of work Hall makes is personalized and custom. “People bring projects to me and they’re not able to translate what they want the way I can,” he said. “If I can make it happen, that’s really cool.”

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Art fans who want to inject a little culture into their St. Patrick’s Day Weekend celebrations (while still enjoying a delicious beverage) should reserve a space at “See, Think, Drink” in March at the Toledo Museum of Art. This program will lead attendees on an exploration of the Museum with discussions about the art and sketching exercises. $30 for members, $35 for non-members. 6-8pm, Friday, March 18.

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

Fantasy drawing at Transformations

Create beautiful drawings in a natural environment— a hair salon. Well, the location may be a bit unique, but, the event promises to be inspiring as Transformations Natural Hair Salon hosts a Fantasy Life Drawing Class on Saturday, March 19. Featuring a live model who will hold a variety of poses, attendees will be provided with all art supplies. $35. 6-9pm. 6616 Monroe St., Sylvania. Reserve by calling 419-810-1341 or emailing ccslyricistlounge@gmail.com.

ART EVENTS DAILY

Dan Hernandez: New Work The unique,

Renewed leather

But after seeing an old photo of that leather ring he made in high school, he realized that he had an artistic curiosity satisfied by leatherworking. Beginning about 9 years ago, Hall gathered antique buttons and used them to make more leather rings, with a little more craft and detail. An outdoorsman, Hall uses axes for woodcutting and realized how nicely a handmade leather sheath would fit over his axes. Hall found a local source who was selling leather and began learning more about the nuances of the material, including the tanning process and thickness. “The outdoor camping side of me was inspired to make knife and axe sheaths,” Hall said. “And I kept buying more leather to create a variety of things.”

After posting a few of his projects on social media, Hall’s talents started to be recognized. “It really took off with people wanting me to create personal gifts for their family and friends,” Hall said. Today, Hall’s leatherworking has expanded to include wallets, bags, belts, jewelry and more. He still loves his full time job in graphic design, but says leatherworking is a good creative release.

Drink and create

video game inspired work of this local artist returns to 20 North Gallery. Through March 26. 18 N. St. Clair St. 419-241-2400. 20northgallery.com

A particularly memorable piece was requested by a friend who wanted to pass down his old baseball glove to his kids, but the mitt was too worn for everyday use. Hall made the glove into things that are able to be kept, used and passed down.“I cut the glove into pieces and made the most out of all the leather,” he said. “I made wallets and earrings that my friend could give to his kids. He was thrilled.”

One of his favorite aspects of leatherworking is what his pieces mean to his clientele. This past Christmas, a woman came to Hall with an axe which had belonged to her husband’s father. Hall burned the initials (which the husband and his father share) into the wood handle.

“She said it brought tears to her husband’s eyes on Christmas morning,” Hall says. “It’s really awesome to hear that, because my work does take a lot of time and I want it to be meaningful.”

Looking for Leather? Hall does take custom requests and loves to talk with people about leatherworking ideas.

Contact him at www.athirteen.com or through Instagram, @athirteenleather.

Doppelganger A unique sci-fi film, shown simultaneously on two screens, displayed at TMA through May 15. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St., 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org No Boundaries An exhibition of abstract paintings from Susan Morosky, Matt Wolcott and Skot Horn. Through March 26.

Hudson Gallery, 5645 N. Main St., Sylvania.

419-885-8381. hudsongallery.net

THURSDAYS

Still Life Painting with Pastels

Instructor Paul Brand will guide students through working with soft pastels in this five-week course. $105 for members, $120 for non-members. 1pm. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org

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Make a Set of 2 Mugs The popular class returns as Julie Beutler leads students in creating a set of handled mugs to take home. $45.

5-7:30pm. The 577 Foundation, 577 E. Front St., Perrysburg. 419-874-4174.

577foundation.recdesk.com Spring Art Festival Athena Art Society presents an exhibit of paintings, jewelry, sculpture, photography and more. Runs through April 24. 10am-3pm, Mon-Thurs. Fri-Sun by appointment. HeART Gallery, 428 N. Erie St. 419-270-3224. heartgalleryandstudios.com

March 1 • March 31

Placebo Artist Yusuf Abdul Dubois La-

teef presents work featuring photocopy, acrylic paint, crayon and spray paint on brown paper. Through April 6, by appointment. River House Arts, 425 Jefferson. 419-441-4025. riverhousearts.com

WEDNESDAY 23

Winter Watercolor Stationary Workshop Students will learn about creating

with watercolors, taking inspiration from the Museum’s collection. Virtual event. $45 for members, $55 for non-members. 6-8pm. Two week workshop, also Wednesday, March 30.

419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org

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LISTEN HEAR Photo courtesy: Lucille’s.

Jim Gottron, pianist and piano tuner for jazz greats, came to Lucille’s for the delivery of the Yamaha C6, formerly located at Murphy’s Place.

TolHouse adds to Toledo’s music heritage Will Lucas’ jazz lounge, Lucille’s, pays homage to the city’s jazz roots

By Dave Kubacki Legendary Toledo jazz pianist Art Tatum once said, “There is no such thing as a wrong note.” For decades in Toledo, this held true across the city’s iconic jazz lounges such as Rusty’s and Murphy’s Place. However, for the last 10 plus years, the music this City is known for lacked a formal home. With the opening of Lucille’s, jazz has a footing once again in Toledo.

Bringing jazz back to Toledo

Lucille’s is housed within TolHouse, which co-founder Will Lucas describes as a private social club for the citydwelling creative and entrepreneurial class. While TolHouse is a membersonly social club, Lucille’s will be open to the public and will feature live music four nights each week. According to Lucas, bringing jazz back to Toledo has been a goal since he began plans to create TolHouse.

“I started going to Rusty’s when I was 19-20 years old,” Lucas explained.

“I never really had an appreciation for jazz until I started hanging out at Rusty’s, listening to people like Leon and Damen Cook. With the rich jazz history this City has, it’s been a shame we haven’t had a dedicated spot for more than 10 years. When we were creating TolHouse, we knew jazz needed to be a part of it. TolHouse had the perfect spot for it, and it wouldn’t have felt complete without jazz being here.”

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Maintaining the Toledo jazz standard

Murphy’s Place was the last jazz club in the city when it closed in 2011. In homage, Lucille’s has become the new home to the Yamaha C6 piano which previously lived at Murphy’s up until its closing. “We want and need to match the musical standards and quality that Toledo’s previous jazz clubs set,” Lucas said. “Additionally, we want to be innovative on the business side of things so we can be impactful and have a long run. We want to move toward becoming completely paperless. We want to know who is coming to the shows before showtime and have a sense of what the audience will be.”

Building on the TolHouse philosophy

As with Lucas’ other ventures, he plans to push the envelope of what’s expected. For Lucas, Lucille’s represents another, but important, piece of what is being created with TolHouse.

“With TolHouse, we wanted to create a place where you can spend your entire day and have different experiences all day long,” Lucas said. “So, if you come with a group of friends, some may go to the pub in the back, some may go to the jazz club, others may go to the bar in the front, but you’re all in the same place and you can meet in the middle, perhaps in the coffeehouse. Under one roof, there are a plethora of options for every taste.”

March 4: Toledo Jazz Orchestra Sextet March 12: The Ben Wolkins Quartet March 19: Ramona Collins March 26: Damen Cook & Friends 1447 N. Summit St. Ticket costs vary by performance.

Purchase at lucillesjazzlounge.com

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METRO MUSIC tue, mar 1 Levi & Lilac’s Whiskey Room: Songwriter Showcase The Ottawa Tavern: Tuesday Night Jam

tue, march 15 The Ottawa Tavern: Tuesday Night Jam

thur, march 17

thur, mar 3 Bar 145: DJ Issa Lynch Levi & Lilac’s Whiskey Room: Aaron Rutter (violin) Real Seafood Company: Chris Brown and Candice Coleman Toledo Yacht Club: Open Blues Jam

Bar 145: DJ Issa Lynch Levi & Lilac’s Whiskey Room: JP Irish Trio Real Seafood Company: Chris Brown and Candice Coleman Stranahan Theater: John Waite (rock) Toledo Yacht Club: JP and the Big Deal (Americana)

fri, march 4 The Casual Pint: JP and the Big Deal (Americana) Frontera Sabores de Mexico: Christa McCutchen (folk) Hollywood Casino Toledo: Sushi Roll (rock) Jed’s Barbeque & Brew: HayLite (country) Levi & Lilac’s Whiskey Room: Anthony Beck (guitarist) Rosie’s Italian Grille: Hector Mendoza (guitarist) Sneaky Pete’s: The Cheeks (rock)

Highlighted events indicates our picks for the week

SAT, march 5 Benfield Wines: Chris Canode (guitarist) Firefly: Monte & Dawn of Gypsy Lovin’ (acoustic) Franciscan Center: Toledo Jazz Orchestra 40th Anniversary Concert Huntington Center: Dierks Bentley (country) Levi & Lilac’s Whiskey Room: Ross Thompson (guitarist) Rosie’s Italian Grille: Mark Mikel (rock) Sneaky Pete’s: Random Act (rock) Sportsman Bar: Elektrick Mayhem (rock country) Valentine Theatre: Vanessa Williams (Broadway) Wheelin’ on the Rocks: Married with Children (party rock)

sun, march 6 Levi & Lilac’s Whiskey Room: Tim Oehlers (guitarist) Mainstreet Bar and Grill: Shane Archer Reed, MNERVA, Page 9, Scott Sherer and more

Fri, march 25 Griffin Hines Farm: The Last Persuaders Levi & Lilac’s Whiskey Room: Frank May Rosie’s Italian Grille: Dave Carpenter (acoustic) Sneaky Pete’s: All or Nothing (blues/rock(

Sat, march 26

fri, march 18 Kickstand Saloon: Strawberry Kush (rock) Levi & Lilac’s Whiskey Room: Caswell Duo (rock) Rosie’s Italian Grille: Aaron Rutter (violinist) Sneaky Pete’s: Steel Lily (rock)

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thur, march 24 Bar 145: DJ ADUBB Levi & Lilac’s Whiskey Room: Mark Elder (singer/ songwriter) Original Sup Shop and Deli: Crys Matthews (folk) Real Seafood Company: Chris Brown and Candice Coleman Rosie’s Italian Grille: Lady K and J-Bone (R&B)

sat, march 19 Benfield Wines: Sarah Brosch (indie pop) Deet’s BBQ: Jennifer Westwood and the Handsome Devils (folk) Levi & Lilac’s Whiskey Room: The Nylon Two’s (blues) Lucille’s Jazz Lounge: Ramona Collins The Ottawa Tavern: Sir Cadian (rock) Rosie’s Italian Grille: Hector Mendoza (guitarist) Sneaky Pete’s: J.T. Hayden (southern rock) Toledo Museum of Art Peristyle: A Date with Judy Garland Wheelin’ on the Rocks: HeyJude (Beatles cover band)

Backyard and BBQ & Booze: JP and the Big Deal (Americana) Benfield Wines: EZ Pickenz (rock) Bier Stube Bar & Grill: RuKus (80’s rock) Griffin Hines Farm: Danny Pratt and The Danelectros (blues) Hollywood Casino: Zoso (Led Zeppelin cover band) Levi & Lilac’s Whiskey Room: Cindy Slee (pop) Lucille’s Jazz Lounge: Damen Cook & Friends Maumee Indoor Theatre: Edgar Loudermilk (bluegrass) Rosie’s Italian Grille: Hector Mendoza (guitarist) Sneaky Pete’s: Streetwyze (rap) Table Forty4: Not Fast Enuff (party rock)

sun, march 27 Levi & Lilac’s Whiskey Room: Curt Wolfe (guitarist)

MON, march 28 Levi & Lilac’s Whiskey Room: Jake Pilewski (folk)

Levi and Lilac’s Whiskey Room: Peter Karchenko (guitarist) The Village Idiot: Live Jazz

mon, march 21 Levi & Lilac’s Whiskey Room: Jake Pilewski (folk)

tue, march 22 The Ottawa Tavern: Tuesday Night Jam

tue, march 8

sat, march 12 Benfield Wines: John and Jenn Bier Stube Bar & Grill: The CastawayZ (rock) Hollywood Casino: 2 Left Missing (classic rock) Kickstand Saloon: Abbigale Rose (folk) Levi & Lilac’s Whiskey Room: Ryan Dunlap (folk) Lucille’s Jazz Lounge: The Ben Wolkins Quartet Rosie’s Italian Grille: Hector Mendoza (guitarist) Sneaky Pete’s: Parallel Universe (rock)

sun, march 13

UPCOMING SHOWS

fri, march 11 The Casual Pint: Dave Harms (acoustic) Hollywood Casino: The Red Carpet Crashers (cover band) Jed’s Holland Sylvania: HeyDay (rock) Levi & Lilac’s Whiskey Room: Dave Carpenter (singer/songwriter) Sneaky Pete’s: RuKus (party rock)

TK K-von Kirkland Dec. 3 - Dec. 4 March 6th

Levi & Lilac’s Whiskey Room: Jake Pilewski (folk)

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Ms.Roberts Pat Tony

Antoine Scott Rod Man Dec. 10 - Dec. 11 March 11-12

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March Dec. 17 - 18-20 Dec. 18

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The Village Idiot: Live Jazz

mon, march 14

March is a Big Deal

Fans of local Americana roots rock duo JP and the Big Deal are in luck this month, due to multiple opportunities to see the pair in action. On Friday, March 4, they will play a gig at the Casual Pint at 3550 Executive Pkwy. Then the duo will make some noise at Backyard BBQ and Booze at 2600 W. Sylvania Ave. on Saturday, March 26. Oh, and JP and the Big Deal will be one of the groups playing at the new Conant Street Stage at Acoustics for Autism on Sunday, March 6 at 5pm. For all the latest updates, check out the Big Deal’s page at facebook.com/jpbigdeal.

The Ottawa Tavern: Tuesday Night Jam Stranahan Theater: Joe Bonamassa (blues guitar)

thur, march 10

Paneled in oak and with a beautiful chandelier hanging overhead, the Toledo Club’s Red Room is one of the most striking performance spaces in the Glass City area. Once a month, the Club opens the room to the public for its Jazz in the Red Room event on the fourth Thursday of every month. On March 24, the celebrated local vocalist Lori Lefevre will perform.

There is no entry fee or cover for the event, with a cards-only bar for the night. 6-8:30pm. 235 14th St. 419-243-2200. toledoclub.org

Thur, march 31 Bar 145: DJ Issa Lynch Levi & Lilac’s Whiskey Room: Jon B. Roth (singer/songwriter) Maumee Bay Brewing Company: Tombao Bravo (Latin jazz) Real Seafood Company: Chris Brown and Candice Coleman

mon, march 7

Bar 145: DJ ADUBB Levi & Lilac’s Whiskey Room: Tim Oehlers (guitarist) Real Seafood Company: Chris Brown and Candice Coleman Rosie’s Italian Grille: Bob Stevens (rock)

Experience Jazz in the Club

Levi & Lilac’s Whiskey Room: Songwriter Showcase The Ottawa Tavern: Tuesday Night Jam

Levi & Lilac’s Whiskey Room: Jake Pilewski (folk)

wed, march 9

Get ready to rock in full force once again with Acoustics for Autism. After having a smaller “Appreciation Party” last year, the organization is ready to celebrate its 15th anniversary in style.

Featuring a full schedule with dozens of bands, the event will be held on eight different stages at the Village Idiot and surrounding areas in downtown Maumee. The annual event raises funds for Project iAm, a group which provides support, financial assistance and more for area families affected by autism. For the latest information on performers or to purchase tickets, visit acousticsforautism.com.

TUES, march 29

sun, march 20

The Village Idiot: The 15th Annual Acoustics for Autism

The Village Idiot: The Claudettes (blues)

Acoustics for Autism returns!

One of the most prominent new voices in protest music is coming to the Original Sub Shop and Deli, in an event presented by Over Yonder Concert House.

Crys Matthews, a resident of Washington D.C., has carved out a reputation as a member of the modern social justice musical generation, drawing comparison to such iconic names as Woody Guthrie. With powerful lyrics reflecting on modern issues, Matthews recently released her new album “Changemakers.” $20 per ticket. 6:30pm. Thursday, March 24. 402 Broadway St. overyonderconcerthouse.com

DRAFTCADE | FUNNY LOCATED IN LEVIS COMMONS (NEAR THE TOWER) Draft Cade Home of the BONE FunnyBone!

Located in Levis Commons (near theCLOCK Clock Tower) 6140 Levis Commons Blvd Perrysburg, OH 43551 419.931.3474 toledofunnybone.com 6140 Levis Commons Blvd • Perrysburg, OH 43551 • 419.931.3474 • toledofunnybone.com

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THE BIG TO DO THURSDAYS [misc.]

Dungeons and Dragons Adventurers League Learn how to play one of the most popular RPGs of all time at this weekly event. Bring your own dice and pencil. 5-9pm. Toledo Game Room, 3001 W. Sylvania Ave. 419-475-3775. toledogameroom.com

[tech.]

[misc.]

SUNDAY 6 [crafts]

Maumee Bay Brewing Company Craft Show - Enjoy a sampling of Maumee Bay beverages while shopping with local artists. 10am-3pm.

Maumee Bay Event Warehouse, 201 Morris St. 419-243-1302. Search “MBBC Craft Show” on Facebook.

[outdoors]

Birds of Woodlawn - From migrating to nesting birds, explore the many natural habitats of Woodlawn. All birders are welcome. Please bring binoculars and bird guides. 8:30-10:30am.

1502 W Central Ave. 419-472-2186. historic-woodlawn.com. Free

SATURDAYS [shopping]

Toledo Farmers’ Market - The Farmers’ Market Association hosts Toledo’s centralized market for area farmers and gardeners, showcasing highquality, local products every Saturday. 8am-2pm.

535 Market St. 419-255-6765. toledofarmersmarket.com Free

SUNDAYS [misc.]

Drag Brunch - See Toledo’s finest drag performers and enjoy delicious food and $3 Mimosas. $3 show fee applies. 1pm, evening showtime 7pm.

Hamburger Mary’s, 26 Main St. 419-205-9393. hamburgermarys.com

FRIDAY 4 [comedy]

Guy Torry at Funny Bone - The comedic actorturned-stand up comedian comes to Levis Commons for two days of shows. $15. 7:30 and 9:45pm. Also 7 and 9:30pm, March 5. Toledo Funny Bone, 6140 Levis Commons Blvd., Perrysburg. 419-931-3474. toledo.funnybone.com

[music]

Tchaikovsky’s Fifth - Former Toledo Symphony League’s Young Artist winner Benjamin Beilman returns to play violin in this performance. $22-52.

8pm. Also Saturday, March 5. Toledo Museum of Art Peristyle, 2445 Monroe St. 419-246-8000. toledosymphony.com

[film]

Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King - The climax of the epic film trilogy hits the Imagination Station’s big screen. $10. 7pm. Keybank Discovery Theater, 1 Discovery Way. 419-244-2674. imaginationstationtoledo.org

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Get the Irish spirit and find plenty of great buys at Shamrocks and Shiplap, a shopping event presented by the Vintage Market on Sunday, March 13. Featuring over 100 vendors to choose from, with a wide variety of products, the event will offer everything from classic vintage items to new handmade wares like candles and jewelry. And hey, this is a St. Paddy’s event, so make sure to wear green and enter to win the cash prize raffle! $5. 10am-4pm.

3775 S. Custer Rd., Monroe, MI. theVintageMarketMi.com

[crafts]

Make a Set of Mugs - Learn how to make a set of two mugs with handles in this class, open to adults over 18. $45. 5-7pm. The 577 Foundation, 577 E. Front St. 419-874-4174.

577foundation.recdesk.com

THURSDAY 10 [lit.]

Friends of the Library Book Sale - Find a great selection of used books for $1 each or $15 a bag. Through Saturday, March 12.

4-7pm. FOL Book Center, 1301 N. Reynolds Rd. 419-259-5455. toledolibrary.org

FRIDAY 11 [drink]

Wine Tasting at the Zoo - Enjoy a delicious assortment of beverages surrounded by the beautiful confines of one of America’s great zoos. $45-50. 7-9pm. Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way. 419-385-5721. toledozoo.org

SATURDAY 12

Get your kilt on!

Kick off the St. Paddy’s season right with the Toledo Irish American Club’s annual St. Paddy’s Day and Kilt Contest event. Hosted by Earnest Brew Works, the fourth annual extravaganza will feature performances by the Toledo Firefighter Pipes and Drums, as well as Padrig’s Top Shelf.

The main event, though, is the Kilt Contect, with the winner, decided by the audiences, earning an official sash. $10.

5:30-10pm. Earnest Brew Works, 25 S. St. Clair St. 419-3438273. toledoirishamericanclub.com

Art and ales

Support local creators— of both beautiful artistic creations and some of the area’s finest beverages— at the Maumee Bay Brewing Company Craft Show on Sunday, March 6. Attendees can enjoy a sampling of Maumee Bay beverages while shopping with a variety of local artists.

10am-3pm. Maumee Bay Event Warehouse, 201 Morris St. 419-243-1302. Search “MBBC Craft Show” on Facebook.

[food]

Cooking Classes: Meal Prep and Sampling - Learn how to change up your family meals with these engaging demos held every second Saturday of the month. $30. 1-3pm. Majestic Oak Winery, 13554 Mohler Rd., Grand Rapids.

419-875-6474. majesticoakwinery.com

[charity]

Warm Hearts - Monthly meeting of crafts people who knit and crochet warm clothing for needy individuals. 10am. Holland Free Methodist Church, 6605 Angola Rd., Holland. 419-865-4640. hollandfmc.org

SUNDAY 13 [art]

Bayside Craft Fair - Look for handmade gifts from a variety of local vendors. Noon-4pm.

Bayside Catering and Banquet Hall, 2759 Seaman St., Oregon. 419-693-6950. Search “Bayside Catering” on Facebook.

[misc.]

Greater Toledo Train and Toy Show - Vendors will also have a wide selection of toys from all eras, from classic die-cast pieces to modern plastic. Early birds: $10, admitted at 9am. General admission: $7, admitted at 11am. Children 12 and under: free with adult admission. Owens Community College Student Health & Activities Center, 30335 Oregon Rd., Perrysburg. 419-2154181. toymasters.org

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SATURDAY 5

Bring your pot of gold

MONDAY 7

Yu-Gi-Oh! Tournament - Checkmate Games holds a weekly casual event featuring the popular card game in a round robin format. $5.

6-9pm. 6725 W. Central Ave., Ste. Read more online at L. 419-720-6901. toledocitypaper.com checkmategames.net

FRIDAYS

Rock the night away and help some heroes find homes as the 2022 edition of the Denny Schaffer Winter Dance Party returns on Friday, March 25. Moved from its original date in January, the annual event is themed after both the music of the 80s and 90s (plan on wearing an appropriate outfit from either era). All proceeds will benefit Veterans Matter, an organization that works to move unhoused veterans into permanent, supported housing.

Tickets start at $25. 8am-midnight. SeaGate Convention Centre, 401 Jefferson Ave. 567-698-7838. veteransmatter.org/denny

St. Paddy’s Day Eve-Eve - The Toledo Irish American Club hosts Buffalo Rock Brewing Company’s first St. Patrick’s Day event. $10. 5:3010:30pm. 345 Anthony Wayne Trail, Waterville.

419-343-8273. toledoirishamericanclub.com

[misc.]

Trespassing Across America - Author and journalist Ken Ilgunas shares the story of hiking along the Keystone XL pipeline in this installment of the Free Public Zoom Lecture Series. For more information visit lourdes.edu.

FRIDAY 18 [misc.]

Monster Jam - The popular monster truck series returns to Toledo. $20-102. 7pm, Friday, March 18. 1pm and 7pm, Saturday, March 19.

1pm and 6:30pm, Sunday, March 20. 500 Jefferson Ave. 419-255-3300. huntingtoncentertoledo. com

SATURDAY 19 [shopping]

BG Flea Market - Scout amazing buys at Bowling Green’s monthly flea market. 9am-4pm.

Also 9am-3pm, Sunday, March 20. Wood County Fairgrounds, 13800 W. Poe Rd., Bowling Green.

419-277-0033. Search “Bowling Green Flea Market” on Facebook.

SUNDAY 20 [food]

Cupcake Showdown 2022 - Entrants create delicious cupcakes centered around a theme.

2-4:30pm. Ohio Theatre and Events Center, 3112 Lagrange St. For the latest information, visit ctwtoledo.org.

[music]

Side-By-Side - Toledo Symphony Youth Orchestra concert, presented free to the public. 4pm.

Toledo Museum of Art Peristyle, 2445 Monroe St. 419-246-8000. toledosymphony.com

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Technology Thursdays - Have questions answered— in person or virtually— with a technology expert from Wood County Public Library.

2-4pm. 251 N. Main St., Bowling Green. 419-3525104. wcdpl.org

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THURSDAY 24 [theatre]

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Eilish “Happier” in Detroit Pop sensation Billie Eilish’s sophomore album, “Happier Than Ever,” has reached number one on the charts in over two dozen countries.

Touring in support of the album, Eilish visits Little Caesars Arena in Detroit for a performance on Saturday, March 12. In addition to the album’s lead single, “Your Power,” Eilish has made waves over the past year with her title track for the latest James Bond film, No Time to Die. Tickets start at $49.50. 7:30pm.

2645 Woodward Ave., Detroit.

313-471-7000. 313presents.com Good eats and a great show Host of the popular Food Network programs “Good Eats” and “Iron Chef America,” Alton Brown is hitting the road with an all-new tour, “Beyond the Eats: Alton Brown: Live!” The show will make a stop in Cleveland at the Keybank State Theatre on Saturday, March 19. Described as a “culinary variety show,” the evening will be filled with comedy, music, exciting science and plenty of food. $10-125. 8pm. 1519 Euclid Ave., Cleveland. 216771-4444. playhousesquare.org

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Chicago - The Cutting Edge Theatre Company presents a production of the classic musical focused on a pair of celebrity criminals. $20. 8pm, Thursday, March 24 through Saturday, March 26.

2pm, Saturday, March 26. 3pm, Sunday, March 27. Nederhouser Community Hall, 6930 W. Sylvania Ave. cuttingedgetheatre.org

SATURDAY 26 [drink]

Cherry Blossom Tea - Enjoy four-courses including scones, quiche and more. $25. 11am.

HeART Gallery, 428n N. Erie St. Reservations required, email kate@stpaulstoledo.org.

[misc.]

Electronics Recycling Drive - Gather your old computers, phones, tablets and more and bring them to be recycled. $10 donation per car load goes toward Nature’s Nursery. 10am-2pm. Lucas County Rec Center, 2901 Key St. 419-877-0060. natures-nursery.org

SUNDAY 27 [music]

A Soldier’s Tale - A soldier trades his fiddle to the devil in this theatrical work brought to life by actors and the Toledo Symphony. $22-52. 7pm.

Toledo Museum of Art Peristyle, 2445 Monroe St. 419-246-8000. toledosymphony.com

[misc.]

Celebrate the Senses - Psychic Janet Amid presents a spiritual event featuring vendors, mediums and more. $5. 8:30am-4:30pm. The Maumee Pinnacle, 1772 Indianwood Circle, Maumee. 419-882-5510. janetamid.com

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Legendary actress Bernadette Peters comes to Toledo For one-night-only, Golden Globe and Tony Award-winning actress Bernadette Peters joins the Toledo Symphony on Saturday, April 9, 2022 at 8pm at the Toledo Museum of Art’s Peristyle Theater to perform songs from Broadway and beyond.

Throughout her musical career, she has dazzled audiences and critics with her performances on stage and television, in concert, on recordings, and has received countless accolades—from Tony Awards to a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

On Broadway, Peters is particularly noted for her roles in the musicals On The Town, Mack and Mabel, Sunday in the Park with George, Into the Woods, The Goodbye Girl, Gypsy, and A Little Night Music and Follies.

Bernadette Peters has been praised for her early work and appearances on numerous television shows such as Mozart in the Jungle and The Good Fight, with numerous additional guest appearances on Smash, Grey’s Anatomy, and Ugly Betty. Her film credits include The Longest Yard, Silent Movie, The Jerk, Pennies from Heaven, Annie, Slaves of New York, Pink Cadillac, Alice, Impromptu, and Coming Up Roses.

In addition to performing, Peters has recorded six solo albums and several singles and is the author of three New York Times best-selling children’s books, Broadway Barks, Stella Is A Star, and Stella & Charlie: Friends Forever.

In-person tickets are available online at toledosymphony.com, by calling 419.246.8000, or visiting the Toledo Symphony box office at 1838 Parkwood Ave. At press time, proof of vaccination (or a negative PCR test) and masks are required to attend this event.

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SOCIAL STUDIES Salsa Night Hosted by The Ballroom Company, Salsa Night is a time for beginners and experienced dancers to gather, practice their skills and socialize. The dance studio is hoping to make this a monthly event. So keep an eye out for March’s Salsa Social date!

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CROSS WORD

By Brendan Emmett Quigley (www.brendanemmettquigley.com) Across 1. Wi-Fi provider 8. New York state prison 14. Pig’s location, idiomatically 15. Athlete with stones 16. 1970 hit with the lyric “I’m begging you please to come home” 17. Some government securities 18. “I wake up to THIS mess? I mean ... couldn’t he have used the plate I gave him?!”

20. Like goals not achieved 21. Beer with a high ABV 22. It’s sometimes bent or lent 25. Green sphere in a curry 26. Biblical Elysium 29. Caroline Biden, to Joe 31. Heavy hitter 33. Covered up the gray, say 34. “Is it too much to ask him to bring dishes back to the kitchen?”

38. Women’s college basketball coach VanDerveer 39. Name on a controversial dossier 40. Outfit for some lady drivers 42. See 35-Down 43. “That feels very nice” 46. “I approve!”

47. Owl and Rabbit’s friend 49. Iraq’s main port city 51. “It’s going to take hours getting this grit out of the living room carpet!”

55. Relative of the frug or the twist 57. He played “the Ugly” in “The Good, the Bad and the Ugly” 58. Burning 59. Simmons who was the United States’ first Black female immunologist 60. Command under the File menu 61. Guile

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THE EVIDENCE

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Piscean author Juansen Dizon tells us, “Don’t find yourself in places where people have it all figured out.” That’s always good advice, but it will be especially germane for you in the coming weeks and months. You need the catalytic stimulation that comes from associating with curious, open-minded folks who are committed to the high art of not being know-it-alls. The influences you surround yourself with will be key in your efforts to learn new information and master new skills. And that will be an essential assignment for you throughout 2022.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Author Helen Hunt Jackson said that one component of happiness is “a little less time than you want.” Why? Because you always “have so many things you want to see, to have, and to do” and “no day is quite long enough for all you would like to get done before you go to bed.” I propose you experiment with this definition in the coming weeks. According to my astrological analysis, you will have even more interesting assignments and challenges than usual—as well as a brimming vitality that will make it possible for you to accomplish many but not all of them. Your happiness should be abundant!

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Born under the sign of Taurus, Ethel Smyth (1858–1944) had considerable skills as a composer of music, an athlete, an author, a passionate lover, and an activist working for women’s rights. She was successful in all of them. I propose we make her one of your role models for the coming months. Why? First, because she did more than one thing really well, and you are now primed to enhance your versatility, flexibility, and adaptability. Second, because she described a formula for high achievement that would suit you well. She said, “Night after night I went to sleep murmuring, ‘Tomorrow I will be easy, strong, quick, supple, accurate, dashing and selfcontrolled all at once!’” (PS: I suggest you make “supple” your word of power in 2022.)

GEMINI (May 21-June 20):

Down 1. Minor setback 2. Common soccer draw score 3. City on Puget Sound 4. Volleyball slam 5. In a refined manner 6. Dust Bowl drifter 7. Japanese turntable manufacturer 8. Throw a scene 9. Underground Railroad conductor 10. Chicago broadsheet, for short, with “the” 11. “Until next time!”

12. Scar picture, e.g.

13. Pair in a razor?

19. Corkscrew-shaped lock 23. Big diamonds 24. Some wines 27. Blue crew, for short 28. Post production?

30. Running but not moving 31. Take center stage 32. Squeezes (by) 34. Site with a “Craft Supplies” section 35. With 42-Across, Picard’s catchphrase 36. Big name in acne medicine 37. Including the whole world 41. Country legend Yearwood 43. “Sucks, for sure” 44. Betel nut trees 45. Chops into pieces 48. Leaves off 50. Lion from Narnia 52. “___ if true” 53. Cote females 54. Everybody, in the sticks 55. Used to be 56. Copying, in the kitchen

According to author Olivia Dresher, “Feelings want to be free. Thoughts want to be right.” Well, then, what about intuitions? In a sense, they’re hybrids of feelings and thoughts.

They’re a way of knowing that transcends both feelings and thoughts. When intuitions come from the clear-seeing part of your deep psyche rather than the fear-prone part of your conditioning, they are sweet and fun and accurate and humble and brisk and pure. They don’t “want” to be anything. I’m pleased to inform you, Gemini, that in the coming weeks, your intuitions will be working at peak efficiency. It should be relatively easy for you to distinguish between the clear-seeing and fear-prone modes of intuition.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): “If you are going to do something wrong, at least enjoy it,” wrote humorist Leo Rosten. I offer his counsel to you right now because I want you to have fun if you wander away from your usual upstanding behavior. But may I make a suggestion? As you depart from normal, boring niceness, please remain honorable and righteous. What I’m envisioning for you are experiments that are disruptive in healthy ways, and dares that stir up interesting problems, and rebellious explorations that inspire beauty and truth. They’ll be “wrong” only in the sense of being mutinies against static, even stagnant, situations that should indeed be prodded and pricked. Remember Bob Dylan’s idea: “To live outside the law, you must be honest.”

But ugliness, like beauty, is something you must learn how to use.” That’s an interesting lesson to meditate on. I think it’s true that each of us has rough, awkward, irregular aspects—if not in our physical appearance, then in our psyches. And yet, as Davis suggested, we can learn to not just tolerate those qualities, but use them to our advantage. Now is a favorable time for you to do that.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): “It is the nature of love to work in a thousand different ways,” wrote the mystic Saint Teresa of Avila.

According to my analysis of the astrological omens, you’re due to discover new and different ways to wield your love magic—in addition to the many you already know and use. For best results, you’ll have to be willing to depart from old reliable methods for expressing care and tenderness and nurturing. You must be willing to experiment with fresh approaches that may require you to stretch yourself. Sounds like fun to me!

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): “If

you are drilling for water, it’s better to drill one 60-foot well than 10 sixfoot wells,” advised author and religious scholar Huston Smith. He was using well-drilling as a metaphor, of course—as a symbol for solving a problem, for example, or developing a spiritual practice, or formulating an approach to psychological healing. The metaphor might not be perfectly applicable for everyone in every situation. But I believe it is vividly apropos for you and your current situations.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): A well-worn proverb tells us,

“All good things come to those who wait.” There’s a variation, whose author is unknown (although it’s often misattributed to Abraham Lincoln): “Things may come to those who wait, but only the things left behind by those who hustle.” I think that’s far more useful advice for you in the coming weeks. I’d much rather see you hustle than wait.

Here’s a third variant, which may be the best counsel of all. It’s by author Holly Woodward: “All good things come to those who bait.”

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Author Harriet Beecher Stowe

wrote, “To be really great in little things, to be truly noble and heroic in the insipid details of everyday life, is a virtue so rare as to be worthy of canonization.” I agree, which is why I authorize you to add “Saint” to the front of your name in the coming weeks. There’s an excellent chance you will fit the description Stowe articulated.

You’ll be at the peak of your power to elevate the daily rhythm into a stream of subtle marvels. You’ll be quietly heroic. If you’re not fond of the designation “Saint,” you could use the Muslim equivalent term, “Wali,” the Jewish “Tzadik,” Buddhist “Arhat,” or Hindu “Swami.”

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Leo actor

Anna Kendrick bragged, “I’m so humble it’s crazy. I’m like the Kanye West of humility.” I’d like to see you adopt that extravagant approach to expressing your magnificence in the coming weeks. I hope you’ll add another perspective to your repertoire, too—this one from Leo actor Mae West. She exulted, “Too much of a good thing can be wonderful!”

Here’s one further attitude I encourage you to incorporate, courtesy of Leo author Rachel Pollack: “To learn to play seriously is one of the great secrets of spiritual exploration.”

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Sammy Davis Jr. (1925–1990) was multitalented: an actor, singer, comedian, and dancer. One critic described him as “the greatest entertainer ever to grace a stage.” He didn’t think highly of his own physical appearance, however. “I know I’m dreadfully ugly,” Davis said, “one of the ugliest men you could meet.

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AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18):

Since the iconoclastic planet Uranus is a chief symbol for the Aquarian tribe, you people are more likely to be dissenters and mavericks and questioners than all the other signs. That doesn’t mean your departures from orthodoxy are always successful or popular. Sometimes you meet resistance from the status quo. Having offered that caveat, I’m happy to announce that in the coming weeks, your unique offerings are more likely than usual to be effective.

For inspiration, read these observations by author Kristine Kathryn Rusch: “Rebels learn the rules better than the rule-makers do. Rebels learn where the holes are, where the rules can best be breached.

Become an expert at the rules. Then break them with creativity and style.”

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