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Marketplace changes UPDATES IN LOCAL BUSINESS

Site selects Toledo for business growth

The continuing growth of investment in Toledo businesses has been recognized by Site Selection Magazine. The periodical announced that Toledo once again ranks among the top ten cities for new business investment among metropolitan areas with a population between 200,000 and one million.

The Glass City has been ranked in the top ten of Site Selection’s list for the past six years. “Today’s news reinforces the fact that Toledo’s momentum is real, and it shows no sign of stopping,” Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz said in a statement.

Adding circles to Schneider

Hey, you like traffic roundabouts? Well, you’re getting more of them! The City has announced that three new roundabouts will be installed along Schneider Road, at Royal Haven, Birchwood and Briarheath. The additions are meant to help curb speeding along the road and to cut down on the number of accidents. The first roundabout in northwest Ohio was introduced at the intersection of King Road and Nebraska Avenue in Springfield Township in 2009, with roughly 30 more installed in Lucas and Wood Counties over the past 13 years. For more information, read our story “The Rise of Roundabouts” on toledocitypaper.com.

Goodbye to the Ned

Old-school Toledo baseball fans will be tipping their caps in tribute as Ned Skeldon Stadium, which served as the home for the Mud Hens for nearly 40 years, will be demolished by the end of the year. The Lucas County Commissioners voted unanimously to tear down the structure, which has been unused since the Mud Hens relocated to Fifth Third Field in 2002. Originally the site of a racetrack, the stadium was converted into a ballpark in 1965 which the Mud Hens called their home for over 35 years.

A new food truck is getting ready for business as owner Jerrica Damask prepares to launch Mama’s FilipinoAmerican Kitchen. Featuring the quintessential flavors of the Philippine archipelago, Damask recently raised funds on Custom Ink’s website with the release and sale of official merchandise.

Follow the launch at facebook.com/ mamasfilipinoamerican.

Toledo’s latest luxury cigar lounge, Puff & Scotch, is now open at 5801 Telegraph Rd., in the same complex as Needle Masters North. Featuring a variety of cigars and delicious beverages in a soothing atmosphere, Puff & Scotch is a welcoming stop whether you’re a veteran smoker or a novice. puffscotch.com

The ownership group behind Toledo’s Bar 145 has purchased longtime Toledo restaurant Nick and Jimmy’s at 4956 Monroe St., a neighborhood style bar that has been a staple of the Glass City since 1979. The new owners have confirmed plans to reopen Nick and Jimmy’s patio, among other potential changes. nickandjimmys.com

Pedego, one of the most popular brands of electric bikes on the market today, has opened a new location in the Toledo area.

Pedego Electric Bikes Maumee is located in the Shops at Fallen Timbers, 3100 Main St., Ste. #1350, Maumee. The location offers the company’s most popular bikes for sale or rental, as well as accessories and on-site service. pedegoelectricbikes.com/dealers/maumee

Looking for a new place to do your ‘do?

Check out HeadHunters Barber Studio and Salon at 26580 N. Dixie Hwy., Unit 102 in Perrysburg, across from Walt Churchill’s Market. Offering cuts for men and women of all ages, HeadHunters features an expansive lounge and complimentary beverages for customers. facebook.com/HeadHunters419

It’s spring, so it’s time for more mobile meal mouth-watering goodness!

Chicken Scratch Food Truck offers Nashville Hot style wings, tenders, drumsticks and sliders with your choice of heat level, everything from Plain Jane (no heat) to 5150 (“for those who like to burn”). Don’t forget to add some of their essential sides like Vinegar Slaw and “Smack N’ Cheese.” Keep up with their schedule at facebook.com/ ChickenScratchFoodTruck.

Bowling Green State University has opened Pub 1910 on the first floor of the Bowen-Thompson Student Union on campus, next to Starbucks. Named in honor of the year BGSU was established, the Pub features classic pub fare such as sandwiches, salads and shareables, as well as 12 taps featuring both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.

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The historic 200-year-old house located at 219 E. Wayne St. in Maumee will now be home to a new bed and breakfast, The Federal Inn. Owned by Chef Katherine Pettee of Enjoy Zest, The Federal Inn promises an “immersive stay for the modern sojourner.” thefederalbnb.com

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A new hub for Toledo nightlife, at 401 Superior St., across from the Valentine Theatre, Noir Hybrid Lounge and Bar is the brainchild of twins Christian and Christopher Lett. The recently renovated space features both a relaxed lounge area and a party bar section. noirtoledo.com

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Visitors to the Toledo area can enjoy the brand new Hilton Garden Inn Toledo Downtown, opening at 101 N. Summit St. With over 8,000 square feet of space for events (see our Wedding Guide in this issue for more details), the hotel also features a fitness center and on-site dining. hilton.com PERMANENTLY CLOSED Original Gino’s Pizza, 26597 N. Dixie Hwy., Perrysburg. Five other locations in the Toledo area remain open.

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CITY POLITICS Putting Toledo on the map Ambition and stalemates in City Politics

by Johnny Hildo

You may not have noticed it, but the local pol musical chairs game is in full swing.

One of the main players is State Rep Lisa Sobecki. She has successfully made the jump from long time Toledo school board member to elected member of Toledo’s statehouse delegation. She’s a tireless campaigner, with a compelling life story and a great motto.

Military veteran. Mother with a strong working family. Public servant.

“Mom on a mission.”

A shoo in for re-election fo sho.

Except she has decided not to run for re-election to her statehouse seat.

Instead she is running against incumbent LC Commish Gary Byers. In an increasingly nasty and acrimonious race. Leaving her state rep seat open and ripe for the picking. Musical chair número uno.

The primary race for the Democratic nomination for Ohio governor opened up the next musical chair. Strike that, the domino effect opened up two, but one has already been claimed.

The race for the nomination was originally between former Dayton Mayor Nan Whaley and Cincy Mayor John Cranley. Then the latter picked Toledo State Senator Teresa Fedor as his running mate. Which opened up Fedor’s senate seat.

Current statehouse rep, former Toledo Mayor Paula Hicks Hudson, has declared her candidacy for the Ohio senate seat. Meaning PHH is not running for re-election to her current Ohio statehouse rep seat. Musical chair number two.

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The ambitious have come out of the woodwork for the opportunity to get into this musical chair carousel by running for a seat in the Ohio House of Representatives. As already discussed in this

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column, that includes current Toledo council member Dr. Michele Grim, only a few months into her first term. And Nick Komives, who, at least, has served a full term.

It also includes Daniel Ortiz, freshly off last year’s failed Toledo council bid.

And Colin Flanagan, who has never run for anything and is a self described student at UT. How he could represent a district in Columbus while pursuing a dual degree at UT is anybody’s guess.

Well-respected labor and community leader Erika White has also declared her candidacy. All appear to be gathering volunteers and funds for the campaign ahead.

Party lines

There’s only one problem. No one knows who is running in which district.

That’s because no district lines have been drawn and no district boundaries created. That’s not completely true. The commission charged with drawing the lines based on the twenty twenty census has proposed four separate maps, approved along completely partisan GOP lines. All four have been rejected by the Ohio Supreme Court as, surprise!

Overtly partisan.

The map circus would be laughable if not for the threat it poses to the upcoming elections. In between maps three and four the commission chose bipartisan map experts to draw lines. At the eleventh hour the GOP members rejected those efforts and pushed through their own map, which was again duly struck down as too partisan.

The Supreme Court members who have rejected the maps include a bipartisan majority. There were rumblings in GOP circles that the GOP member of that majority should be impeached. Apparently for not being partisan enough and instead upholding her sworn oath to render impartial justice.

Meanwhile the ambitious can only stand by and wait, with the musical chairs game at a standstill. The GOPdominated commission is at a stalemate with the Ohio Supreme Court. Without district lines, no one can tell who lives in which district. And elections are therefore on hold.

The crisis of democracy continues.

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SIPS h t i w s n o i t Convers ink slingers. local dr The cold refreshment of a margarita. A flight of wine or sangria. The inventive flavor of a beermosa. These are just some of the summertime refershments that can be found at some of Toledo’s most celebrated watering holes. We asked some of our city’s best bartenders for the stories behind their signature drinks, and what they have when they’re relaxing at home.

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At Rosie’s, we are very well known for having an array of sangria options in the summertime. We always have our red and ginger peach sangria.

Last year we added the raspberry rose sangria and it has been a hit!

What’s your go-to cocktail to make at home?

Right now I have been loving making mules at home with Hendricks Gin. I am a Gin lover and it’s a very refreshing drink.

What’s your favorite summer drink recipe?

If I were to pick right now it would be the featured drink called the Polynesian Punch.

It has Malibu, Captain Morgan and Myer’s rum, so it is sort of like a rum punch. Then we finish it with pomegranate, orange, and pineapple juice. We will be featuring these at Rosie’s starting in May.

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T.L.C. - A blend of tequila, charcoal agave syrup & fresh lime juice with a Tajin spiced rim. It’s a very unique cocktail that really gives the tequila a chance to stand out without being overwhelming & ends with a little spice.

What’s your favorite uncommon liquor or spirit to use in a cocktail?

Domaine De Canton Ginger Liqueur is always a good choice for a good refreshing cocktail.

What’s your favorite summer drink recipe?

Anything tequila based is always a good summertime choice!

Do you have any happy hour specials and/or featured summer cocktails?

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One of our signature sips at Basil is our flights! We offer wine flights, sangria flights, and mimosa flights!

Wine flights have been on our menu since the beginning of Basil, and the sangria and mimosa flights have been added within the past year!

Occasionally we rotate in a seasonal sangria to give our loyal sangria loving customers something new to try!

What’s your favorite uncommon liquor or spirit to use in a cocktail?

One liquor we love at Basil that I get asked about most is Tuaca. Tuaca is an Italian Brandy with notes of citrus, vanilla, and spices. While Tuaca can be served chilled or straight, our favorite way to serve it is in a Lemon Souffle Martini. This martini can be found on our cocktail menu and tastes just like the creamy delicious dessert it’s named after.

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Do you have any happy hour specials and/or featured summer cocktails?

Summer is our favorite time at Basil!

Summer is when our patio opens and our outdoor live music starts! We have plenty of refreshing wines and sangrias to keep you cool all summer, or if you’re looking for a cocktail try our Berrysburg Breeze or Raspberry Fizz!

We also always have a rotating feature menu that we tailor to each season giving you even more new, exciting options for food, wine, beer, and cocktails.

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Our house specialty is margaritas and the different ways we prepare them.

One of my favorites is a Frozen Pineapple Margarita.

For years we decided to support local businesses and this margarita is made with 100% agave white tequila, aged at home in an oak barrel donated by Toledo Spirits. They complement it with lime and lemon juice, pineapple puree, agave nectar and to give it that unique touch, locally made Orange Tiger. Served frozen.

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What’s your go-to cocktail to make at home?

Palomas (tequila, grapefruit and soda-we call them cantaritos).

What’s your favorite uncommon liquor or spirit to use in a cocktail?

Mezcal.

What’s your favorite summer drink recipe?

Micheladas, of course. (Mexican Beer Bloody Mary style.)

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I personally love our Beergarita!

Jordan Yeager, Bar Manager

5703 Main St., Sylvania.

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One of our top selling drinks is our Beermosa. It’s our twist on a classic Mimosa. It features a fan-favorite beer, Sunshine Sky. It’s available in three different flavors: The original, blueberry or colada. Join us for brunch on Sunday and enjoy a Beermosa or one of our cocktails featuring local coffee.

What’s your go-to cocktail to make at home?

Jameson and ginger ale is forever my go to at home. It’s a simple two ingredient cocktail. Jameson is my favorite liquor and also my dog’s name.

What new cocktail trends should readers keep an eye out for?

Check out our beertails! A splash of beer on top of your cocktail can create a delicious twist on your favorite cocktails, and a great introduction to our beer.

I personally love our Beergarita!

Do you have any happy hour specials and/or featured summer cocktails?

Happy Hour is Monday-Friday from 3pm-5pm. Our happy hour is $8 beer flights and $2 off glasses of wine and signature cocktails.

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A sangria. It’s a blend of mango purée, white wine, apricot brandy, triple sec, orange juice, pineapple juice and lemonade.

What’s your go-to cocktail to make at home?

Bulleit Bourbon on the rocks with a splash of goslings ginger beer and a resh lime wedge.

What’s your favorite uncommon liquor or spirit to use in a cocktail?

Cachaça. It’s a Brazilian spirit made from 100% cane sugar and the flavor profile is somewhere between rum and tequila.

Do you have any happy hour specials and/or featured summer cocktails?

Yes! We’ve been serving up a tasty sangria at the Idiot. I rotate the flavors each week, usually focusing on seasonal themes. My favorite so far was Mango Tango.

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MacQueen’s Hard Cider Mule.

This drink has our house cider mixed with a slightly modified Moscow Mule base which leaves a feeling in your mouth similar to a champagne.

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Enomatic Wine Stations from Italy in our bar. These innovative machines allow an interactive experience for our guests to choose and pour their own glass of wine while you are waiting for a table, grabbing a DORA drink or just meeting up for a quick catch-up with a friend.My favorite benefit of the system is that it allows us to bring a larger variety of unique wines to the public to encourage tasting outside of the box and show an array of amazing options available from anywhere in the world.

What was the first wine you really loved?

Chianti Classico. Sangiovese was the grape that turned me onto wine as a potential career. The complexity of acid, meatiness, earthiness, and bright fruit, that went perfectly with the food I was enjoying, motivated me to learn more and keep learning to this day.

What’s your favorite uncommon liquor or spirit to use in a cocktail?

The new favorite that I have discovered recently is called Italicus. It is a Bergamot Liqueur that has such a refreshing fresh flavor that brings a beautiful citric yet herbal quality to cocktails and spritzers.

What was the first mixed drink you really loved?

An Old Fashioned.

What’s your go-to cocktail to make at home?

At home, I love making Strawberry Margaritas by the batch.

What’s your favorite uncommon liquor or spirit to use in a cocktail?

Sour Apple Pucker.

What exciting new cocktail trends should readers keep an eye out for?

Moscow Mule variations for the easy summer sipping.

What are five absolutely necessary ingredients for the home bartender?

Oranges, triple sec, lime juice, fruit purees and any clear liquor.

I walk into your place and say “surprise me!” What do you serve me?

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Blueberry Spark: Blueberry Vodka, Redbull and Cranberry Juice. Light and flavorful. A fruity and refreshing drink for someone who can’t decide on what they want. This drink has been my go-to for years for someone who doesn’t know what they want.

Winfield Luther Bar Manager

28 S. St Clair. 419-724-7437. homeslice419.com What was the first mixed drink you really loved?

Long Islands were my first favorite. Just give me all the shots at once.

Some places used too much sour mix, though.

What’s your favorite summer drink recipe?

My favorite summer drink would be a mojito. Frozen is always fun to blend up the mint, and I am quite partial to slushies. Any form of the drink is fine with me though.

Do you have any happy hour specials and/or featured summer cocktails?

Homeslice always has happy hour from 4 to 6. Dollar of drafts and domestic bottles, 3 dollar wine glass and 2 dollar well drinks.

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Taboulitini. A cocktail inspired by the traditional Mediterranean tabouli salad. Tomatoes, cucumbers, bell peppers, fresh parsley all muddled with house infused cucumber vodka, organic lemon juice and finished with a few drops of olive oil. This cocktail is a newer creation for us.

We started serving it in March and customers have been loving it.

Some guests have even stated this should be Souk’s signature martini.

This cocktail is truly one of a kind.

We have never seen a cocktail like this anywhere else.

Brandon Mansfield, Bartender

139 S. Huron St. 567-777-7685. soukkitchenbar.com What’s your go-to cocktail to make at home?

My go-to cocktail is an Old Fashioned made with walnut bitters.

What are five absolutely necessary ingredients for the home bartender?

My five necessary ingredients include: walnut bitters, maple syrup, high proof whiskey, good tequila and fresh citrus.

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What was the first mixed drink you really loved?

I always keep my cocktails simple, but my first love was and still is Captain and ginger ale. So smooth and a great flavor combination.

What’s your favorite summer drink recipe?

There’s nothing more refreshing than a Mojito made with fresh mint from my backyard. I like to use Bacardi and throw some fresh strawberries in.

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What are five absolutely necessary ingredients for the home bartender?

I would definitely start with a shaker and lots of ice, but I would say you can’t go wrong with Vodka, Rum, the fruit juice of your choice, some fresh cut lemons and limes and Bloody Mary mix!

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celebrate national nurses week May 6-12, 2022

Our healthcare depends upon individuals working on the front line, and no one is more front line than America’s nurses. Administering and coordinating care, educating patients and answering important questions, being the most hands-on professional for those under their care— nurses are critical. National Nurses Week begins on May 6, and we here at Toledo City Paper salute our area’s nursing staff— and wish each and every one of them a heartfelt thank you. We see you, and are grateful for all you do.

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rrowhead Behavioral Health has a nursing staff with diverse backgrounds, but the same patient care goal: removing the stigma of mental illness and substance use disorders and normalizing behavioral health treatment.

Nurses are an integral part of all levels of patient care at Arrowhead. From the initial assessment to inpatient and outpatient programs, nurses interact with patients to help them on their journey of recovery. Our team is committed to improving the quality of life based on the fundamentals of trust, respect, and dignity. The nursing staff works together with Psychiatrists, Family Health Care Physicians, Social Workers, and Mental Health Techs to provide an environment of healing to those in need of our services. Our entire team looks forward to continue to serve in a safe, nurturing environment, and to provide a beacon of hope to individuals in need. To the Nurses at Arrowhead….thank you for all you do!

is not just a N Nursing profession, it is a calling.

Our nurses provide compassion, hope, and healing to those we serve seeking help with mental illness and substance use disorders.

Thank you for your commitment…

You do make a difference!”

Happy Nurses Day and Nurses Week.

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UT Physicians’ Nursing Staff deliver first class care

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ealthcare is more than a job. It is a calling. It’s something that the dedicated professionals who work with University of Toledo Physicians, LLC (UTP) are compelled to do— to try and make the lives of patients and their families better. And that especially applies to UTP’s nurses.

Whether they serve patients on a clerical level or a clinical one, the nurses of UTP are dedicated to teaching, treating and training people throughout the group’s community-based healthcare network.

“Being a nurse at UTP has given me the opportunity to live out my calling, to lead a team of exceptional professionals, who are on a mission to help our patients and community thrive,” said Wendy Steusloff, BSN, RN, Senior Manager Population Health & Value-Based Initiatives for UTP. “This work is made possible through a collaborative and dedicated group of providers and healthcare leaders, committed to quality care and service.”

In addition, UTP’s position as an academically focused institution means that all staff have access to a tuition waiver for graduate and undergraduate courses. This gives the valued employees the opportunity to continue to grow within the organization.

The mission of University of Toledo Physicians, LLC, is to provide the highest quality, comprehensive, cost-efficient and effective healthcare in a patient-centered environment, distinguished by national leadership in medical education and research.

Representing more than 300 providers throughout Ohio and southeastern Michigan, UTP representatives serve patients in a wide range of specialties, from highly specialized treatments to general family care. And we couldn’t do it without the help of our dedicated, passionate and remarkable nursing staff.

Thank you for all that you do for our community.

For more information on University of Toledo Physicians, visit utoledophysicans.com.

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Manahan is a 10-acre home to more than 25 adults with developmental disabilities, working day-in and day-out to provide these individuals with the opportunity to live a full life. At Manahan, individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities learn daily tasks, such as personal hygiene and meal preparation, and how to integrate and engage within the communities they live.

At Manahan, we realize it is important to consistently bring awareness to the new opportunities and challenges for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

As a community, we have a responsibility to engage each other about providing dynamic and integrated services and opportunities for people with developmental disabilities.

We will continue to further the conversation and raise awareness about those with developmental disabilities and looking beyond stereotypes in order to further integrate them within our communities. By encouraging this way of looking at individuals, hundreds of people throughout Northwest Ohio can learn how to be independent and active participants in their communities.

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SPRING WEDDING GUIDE

By Erin Holden

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Our spring wedding guide features couples who said their vows right here in Toledo, but also those who made the adventurous leap to get married off the beaten path. From Las Vegas to Puerto Rico, each locale fits the personality of the brides and grooms. You’ll be inspired to consider your own destination wedding, or you’ll be happy to utilize the venues and vendors that Toledo has to offer, like the new luxury hotel downtown or rustic motif of a Grand Rapids, OH ceremony site.

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Happy planning!

A moment in prayer.

Kayla Russell & Shane Russell Jr.

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he significance of the cord ceremony comes from a passage in the Bible, Ecclesiastes 4:12, which reads, “though one may be overpowered, two can defend themselves. A cord of three strands is not quickly broken.” Braiding the three strands represents the union of God and the two partners in the marriage.

How did you meet?

Toledo School for the Arts.

Who popped the question, and how?

Shane popped the question at our favorite park where we would often take walks.

How long was the engagement?

One year.

What made your wedding day special?

Our son was the ring bearer.

During the wedding planning process, did you ever want to elope and just get it over with?

Yes, that idea seemed less costly and less stressful.

Was there anything in the wedding that didn’t go according to plan?

Organization, communication between individual parties and music malfunctions.

Three words to describe your wedding expectations: Peaceful, beautiful, simple.

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Three words to describe your wedding reality: A bit stressful...

Wedding coordinator: Family members helped with the planning.

Baker: Eston’s Bakery in Toledo.

Music/entertainment: We made our own playlist with our favorite Christian artists.

Where did you spend your honeymoon?

Berlin, Ohio - an Amish town.

Tips and tricks for other couples: When planning a wedding, remember the more people who are involved, the more chaotic it can get.

Keep in mind that it’s your wedding.

Be respectful of others’ opinions, but don’t miss out on what you want just to please picky, opinionated people.

Did you have a shower and/or bachelor/bachelorette parties? If so, what did you do? I didn’t have a bridal shower, but my husband had a bachelor get-together.

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Tying three rope cords together represents their marriage, with God always being in the center.

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How did you meet? We met at work.

Gabe works for the City of Toledo, and I work for Lucas County. Our paths crossed when the city and county had to collaborate on a large-scale project.

Who popped the question, and how?

Gabriel asked me one October evening when I was least expecting it.

We’d had a disagreement earlier in the day, and really, this was the last thing I had expected. The two of us were at home, enjoying a nice fire, when I decided to add wood to the hearth. When I turned around, Gabriel was down on one knee, asking for my hand in marriage.

How long was the engagement?

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What made your wedding day special?

We had all of our family and closest friends there with us. It was small, intimate and perfect.

Say “I do!” at the zoo!

During the wedding planning process, did you ever want to elope and just get it over with? We had several

setbacks due to COVID-19 that forced us to delay the wedding a few times.

Did you do anything during the wedding that would be considered non-traditional? Instead of a best man speech, we

asked our brother-in-law to do the toast.

He has known Gabe since he was a child and really provided a beautiful, heart-felt speech. Additionally, we had our children be a part of our wedding ceremony. The five of us did a sand unification ceremony and the kids were in our wedding party as well!

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Gettysburg, Pennsylvania Duffee Maddox and her husband Joe Barton were originally scheduled to get married in May 2020, but the pandemic caused them to change plans. Their solution? To have a destination wedding in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, the perfect location for history lovers.

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“We were living in Brooklyn at the time and moved to Toledo for a job with the Toledo Museum of Art in the beginning of 2021,” says Maddox.

“My husband, originally from Virginia, is a history podcaster [of Apple podcast, “Excuse Me History”], which is one of the reasons we selected the location.” The couple tied the knot on May 22, 2021 Learn more about traveling to Gettysburg for your wedding or honeymoon at destinationgettysburg.com.

Home is wonderful, but sometimes you gotta get away.

These local couples all opted for a ceremony and/or reception away from Toledo. To follow in their footsteps, read the rest of their stories and check out the Instagram pages of their vendors online here

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The quintessential location for elopements, Las Vegas proved to be the answer to one Toledo couple’s anxieties about their big day.

“Originally, we were planning on getting married here in Toledo, but there was stress about planning the perfect wedding, a venue’s limited capacity for our guests due to Covid-19, anxiety about being the center of attention as the bride…nothing about planning this was fun,” explains Worada Lehman-Elchert, who married Jason on July 7, 2021.

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CHOW LINE French Feasting

The delicacies of Sur Le Pouce in Perrysburg

By Jon Ruggiero If you type in ‘Sur Le Pouce’ into Google Maps, don’t be surprised if you are referred to a restaurant in France.

The Perrysburg bakery shares its name with a store in Paris and the flavors you can find at the local Sur Le Pouce capture that Parisian taste. The shop, named for the French expression to have a quick bite or a snack (literally translated as ‘to eat on the thumb’), is nestled inside Super Suppers on Ft. Meigs Road in Perrysburg, and offers all sorts of sweet and doughy delights, from cookies to croissants.

Owner and baker Nathalie Cottier is originally from the south of France, and runs the bakery based on a motto: “If I want to eat them, I have to make them.”

All of the pastries and baked goods she makes are French delicacies she either misses from home, or makes as a challenge to herself. With new treats being added all the time, you’re bound to be pleased with this French bakery.

Bread baking beginnings

Sur Le Pouce starts with the bread.

Loaves of French, wheat and rosemary breads are available, ready to slice or partially baked with instructions on how to finish it at home. The breads are a great way to begin a journey with French baking and it’s how the business started.

Cottier explained how she got the idea for the bread; Once when planning a surprise party for her husband, she realized she’d need to make bread. But if she made it at home, he’d suspect something. Wanting to keep the hot and fresh quality of the bread secret, Cottier went to a neighbor’s house to partiallybake the loaf, then she quickly finished it in the oven while her husband enjoyed the party.

That experience led Cottier to create Sur Le Pouce in 2016, and she’s been expanding her baking range ever since.

The white loaf, her first creation, is the number one reason to visit this bakery.

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distinctive taste that is heightened when eaten fresh out of the oven. Adding butter or jam can certainly improve it, but it’s absolutely delicious on its own.

A Tour of Treats

The bakery doesn’t limit itself to breads. Driven by her childhood taste memories, Cottier has various baked goods available. Flaky, buttery croissants, including an almond-topped-andfilled variety, are truly a pastry treat.

Cottier has several other items she’s currently working on. The creme inside the macaron is a highlight, along with chocolate-filled brioche and an almondchocolate-chip cookie. Another French pastry classic, the pain au chocolat, is a delight with croissant-like layers surrounding dense dark chocolate.

The shop also offers kouign-amann, a layered pastry that is a sweet cousin of the croissant. While a croissant is composed of layers of pastry with butter, the kouign-amann adds sugar to the layers, creating a thick consistency inside. It’s an incredible treat and another reason to visit Sur Le Pouce to enjoy French baking locally.

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THEATER NOTES

CURTAIN CALL

Met star to sing at Opera Gala

Celebrated Metropolitan Opera tenor Chauncey Packer will be the headline attraction of the Toledo Opera’s annual gala, on Friday, May 6 at the Toledo Club. Packer, who recently appeared in the Met’s production of Shut Up in my Bones, will perform a variety of solo pieces, as well as performing repertoire with Toledo Opera’s Resident Artists. The gala will begin with a cocktail hour at 6pm, followed by the concert at 7pm, followed by a dinner prepared by the Toledo Club. $125, cocktail hour and concert. $250, cocktail hour, concert and dinner. 235 14th St. For tickets call 419-255-SING or visit toledoopera.org.

American Son

Toledo Repertoire Theatre and ACT collaborate on topical show

by Lila Waterfield

A money thing happened on the way to the Theatre The Ohio Theatre and Event Center on Lagrange St. has been in need of improvements for a while and, thanks in part to US Representative Marcy Kaptur, they’re finally happening. The Children’s Theatre Workshop, which has owned Ohio Theatre since 2020, announced on Facebook last month that the group was awarded $2.5 million for renovations, one of nine community projects sponsored by Kaptur as part of the country’s 2022 appropriations bill. According to the announcement, the money will be utilized to restore the Theatre’s facade and marquee, as well as to renovate space for classrooms.

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Parade and Memorial Service May 28,2022 in downTown Toledo The Parade

The Parade will step-off at Summit and Monroe Streets at 10:00 A.M. The Parade will march up Summit Street to Jackson, it will proceed on Jackson Street to Michigan Street. The Reviewing Stand will be in-front of One Government Center. Participants include high school bands, Junior ROTC unit, various veteran service organizations, vintage military vehicles and local military units from the area.

Memorial Service

Once the Parade is complete a Memorial Service will be conducted about 11:30 A.M. at Civic Center Mall on the All Wars Memorial. A Solemn Service will be conducted with placement of Wreaths on the various War Memorials, a Flyover will be conducted by the 180th Fighter Wing at the conclusion of the national Anthem.

The Grand Marshall of the Parade and Keynote Speaker for the Memorial Service will be the Wing Commander of the 180th Colonel Michael Didio.

This May, the Toledo Repertoire Theatre presents American Son, a play by Christopher Demos-Brown. A collaboration between the Rep and Actors Collaborative Toledo (ACT), the play will run for only one weekend, May 6-8. Nearly 90 minutes in length with no intermission, the show is a rollercoaster of emotions and identities, with themes that will resonate with many Toledoans.

Perspectives colliding

American Son tells the story of the detainment of a bi-racial young man after a traffic-stop incident, with insight into the many assumptions and biases that follow the arrest. Though the father figure is a member of the police force, this story is more about the struggles of, “two races raising a person,” said Barbara Barkan, director and founder of ACT..

The play had been in queue since preCOVID, having been selected over two years ago. No matter how many times it was pushed back, ACT’s board felt it was still important and needed to be shared with our city. “My perspective as director, I’m looking at the family dynamics.

I’m looking at these two people, these are professionals in their own careers.

A bi-racial couple who have this one son, and what were the dynamics in raising him? The philosophies? Religions? Ethics? Morals? What goes into raising a child? Did it, could it, has it impacted this particular event?...It’s not just black and white. There are shades of gray,” Barkan explains.

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Natalie R. Bostelman, another board member of ACT who has a leading role in the play, explained that for her, American Son is about exploring identity. “The script is so nuanced. There is so much intent in what this author did…I hope [the audience] sees a snippet of themselves no matter what their background is. I think no matter what journey she takes through this play, I think someone has seen or heard or felt something she has felt.”

Bostelman plays Kendra Ellis-Connor, an African American mother with a PhD in Psychology, who is always looking for others to be using her own field against her. Joe Capucini plays Scott Connor, her estranged husband and a police officer.

With no way to casually break up the play without altering the mood and energy that will undoubtedly be created, both actors will remain on stage for nearly all 90 minutes.

Though seating may be limited, Barkan encourages anyone and everyone to come and see the show. She said that even if they think the show’s themes might not apply to them, they certainly need to learn about the content and crises the play tackles. “Whatever your political, religious, biological, ethnic beliefs are, you cannot not see this show.

If one person out of the three performances leaves the theater and says… ‘I get it now. I get that I don’t get it,’... then they’re on their way to finding out why they don’t get it.”

Purchase tickets online at the Toledo Repertoire Theatre’s website at toledorep.org.

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FILM NOTES Pay no attention to the singing behind the curtain!

“Weeee’re off to see the Wizard…”

If you kept singing the rest of that tune after reading that, then we have an event for you. As part of its monthly Free Musical Movie Night, the Children’s Theatre Workshop will host a special singalong screening of the 1939 family classic The Wizard of Oz on Friday, May 6. The film will be screened in a social environment, so feel free to talk and sing as the beloved story rolls! Admission is free, though donations are accepted and pizza will be served to anyone who reserves a dinner through the Workshop website. 6pm. Ohio Theatre, 3112 Lagrange St. 419-244-5061. ctwtoledo.org/sing-a-long-movies

The Symphony Strikes Back

Fans call it the greatest of all the Star Wars movies. The Toledo Symphony Orchestra calls it an epic concert. The Stranahan Theater will play host to The Empire Strikes Back in Concert, Wednesday, May 4, as the Symphony performs the entirety of John Williams’ legendary score, live, while the film plays in the background. Williams’ score was nominated for an Academy Award, one of 52 Oscar nominations that the composer has received. $30-70, standard tickets; $15-35 child/student. 7pm. 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd.

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ART NOTES

ART TO HEART Courtesy Jerry Gray’s Facebook Page

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Flamingos! Live!

For two years, the Bowling Green Art Walk has been more of an “art click,” as the annual event was held virtually. That changes in 2022, as the Bowling Green Arts Council and Downtown BG present the 30th Annual Art Walk, live and in person, on Saturday, May 14 from 11am-3pm. The event sees businesses throughout downtown BG hosting artists’ displays as well as live performances and an exhibit featuring one piece by each participating artist at the Wood County District Public Library. In addition, the event includes a Flamingo Raffle with participants winning a yard flamingo decorated by area residents. The event is free and open to the public. Visit downtownbgohio.org/art-walk for more information.

Let’s Mix it up!

Celebrating the return of a traditional art event that has been postponed the past few years, The Arts Commission’s signature spring fundraiser, The Mix, will be held Friday, May 13. Called “Toledo’s Best Party,” the event brings artists of all stripes— from physical media to music and dancing, not to mention plenty of great food— together in a celebration of the area’s artistic community.

8pm-midnight, with a special VIP Preview from 6:30-8pm. $85, general admission; $190 VIP. Erie St. Market, 201 S. Erie St. 419-254-ARTS (2787). theartscommission.org/ events/the-mix

Shades of Gray at Just Jerry’s Local Artist opens a new gallery at The Switchboard

by Elizabeth Inman

Artist Jerry Gray has opened a new gallery in downtown Toledo, at the Switchboard, 912 Monroe St. Just Jerry’s, the gallery, will feature exhibitions from up-and-coming local artists as well as some of Gray’s personal work.

Family beginnings

Gray had a large creative influence around him growing up. His mother was a framer, and her family owned an art supply store. His father made colored pencil drawings from books and magazines. His older brother painted in high school. “It seemed like the whole family did something creative which, from a child’s perspective, gets distilled down to the youth, and, for me, it certainly did.” Gray said.

Gray studied at a vocational school for commercial and graphic arts, and later attended Fremont’s Terra State.

He did a lot of photography during his time there, and outside of class found a love for painting. After he completed his schooling, he felt that digital art and office work were not for him. He wanted a more hands-on approach and stuck with his passion, creating paintings and visual art between day jobs.

Making connections

Gray has been creating art in Toledo for more than 15 years. “As Toledo goes, I believe I’ve been more influenced by the relationships and opportunities I’ve recognized, sought, found and nurtured.

In general, I think Toledo has influenced more of my ability to facilitate and curate exhibitions and events than it has influenced my creation of work,” he said.

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Gray has curated multiple exhibits in local spaces over the last few years. He opened Quest for Fire Studios with his friend and fellow artist, Kerry Krow, and had his work featured in the Feltman Building, the Collingwood Arts Center and the Secor Building. He also curated exhibits in the past for other local artists at Mickey’s Finn’s and Bozart’s.

by Paula Davis, Perrysburg.

Spring art has sprung!

Also resuming after a pandemic-delay, the Toledo Women’s Art League (TWAL) is once again holding its Spring Art Show at the Toledo Artists Club gallery in the Metroparks’ Toledo Botanical Garden. The show, which runs through May 22, features two-dimensional works created by members of TWAL. The works will be judged by Jeanne Rudski of the Toledo Museum of Art, with ribbons and cash prizes being awarded. The pieces will be on display Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays from 1-4pm.

5403 Elmer Dr. 248-835-3949. Free admission.

A new way

His new gallery opens up a space for artists in the area to display their work– completely free from commission.

The no-cost exhibitions ensure that the shows are approachable and the artists receive all of the proceeds from any sales. “The fact we’ve been able to put 100% of the sales into the artists pockets for future endeavors just feels good,” Gray explains.

The current exhibit at The Switchboard features artwork from Connor Degnan, a mural artist, most recently a contributing painter on the Toledo River Wall mural, who will be opening his own gallery and studio in May. Gray praises Degnan’s work, saying “His abstractions and color schemes are visceral and vibrant. This should be a very fun and powerful environment in the space for the next couple of months.” The solo exhibition will be open through the end of May. The Switchboard & Just Jerry’s is open Tuesday through Saturday at 5pm. For more information about the new gallery and upcoming exhibitions, visit The Switchboard website at switchboard419.com or Jerry Gray’s Facebook Page at facebook.com/Jerry.Gray.Artist.

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Persian Lands Celebrating the rich artistic and cultural heritage of Persian civilization, Bestowing Beauty: Masterpieces from Persian Lands features over 100 works from the sixth to the nineteenth century drawn from the preeminent Persian art collection of Hossein Afshar through July 17. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St., 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org

Listening Abstract multimedia works by Helen S. Cohan and Karen Johnston through May 25. Fuller Art House, 5679 St, Sylvania.

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works by Toledo area artists will be on view Tuesday, Thursdays, and Saturdays from 1pm to 4pm through May 22 at the Toledo Artists Club gallery in the Toledo Botanical Garden. Toledo Botanical Garden, 5403 Elmer Dr. toledoartistclub.com

SATURDAY 7 River East Gallery Grand Opening

Artists Chilly Rodriguez, CONTRON & Luke Stoeckly will be hosting a joint exhibition showcasing new paintings and murals in the gallery, along with open studios to experience where the art is crafted. 5-11pm. River East Gallery, 601 Main St.

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Though most of us have never worked on a merchant sailing vessel, we all are familiar with the classic song style that often accompanied the back-breaking work: The sea shanty. Local choral ensemble whateverandeveramen. will present a performance unlike any other with an evening of Drinking Songs and Sea Shanties on Sunday, May 15 at the new Earnest Brew Works downtown. $20 will not only garner admission to the event, but also earns attendees one beer— perfect for singing along to the olde timey tunes. $20. 6pm. 25 S. St. Clair St. 419-318-8344. whateverchoir.org

sat, may 14 Benfield Wines: Music with John & Jen (acoustic) Bier Stube: Pop’s Garage Duo (pop/rock) Dexter’s: Middle Age Arcade (pop/rock) Harbor View Yacht Club: Noisy Neighbors (rock) Howard’s Club J: Noah I MUA (singer/songwriter) Majestic Oak Winery: Gypsy Luvin’ (acoustic) Toledo Farmers’ Market: Opera Outdoors (opera)

mon, may 2 Ottawa Tavern: Kontusion / Meka / HUMID / Molech (metal) Toledo School of Arts: Beginning Ensembles (classical)

tue, may 3 Howard’s Club H: Life In Idle (rock) The Ottawa Tavern: Tuesday Night Jam Hosted By Devin Krueger & Friends (open mic) Papa’s Tavern: Adam Sorelle (acoustic)

sun, may 15 Earnest Brew Works: Drinking Songs & Sea Shanties (traditional) The Village Idiot: Live Jazz

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A musical legend of another era will be celebrated on Memorial Day Weekend, as the work of John Philip Sousa is performed by the Toledo Symphony. Stars and Stripes Forever: A Tribute to John Philip Sousa, at the Toledo Museum of Art Peristyle will include many of the classic favorites of the patriotic composer. Sousa’s work has become synonymous with patriotism, with classics like “Semper Fidelis,” “The Liberty Bell” and of course “Stars and Stripes Forever.” $25-56. 8pm. 2445 Monroe St. 419255-8000. toledosymphony.com

Ottawa Tavern: GatesTo Hell/Ballista/Hanging Fortress/ Loose Cannon (rock)

wed, may 4 Stranahan Theater: Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back in Concert (soundtrack)

thur, may 5 Westgate Chapel: The Sidewalk Prophets (christian pop/ rock)

fri, may 6 Bier Stube: 56DAZE (pop/rock) Eastside Cantina: Texas Latino & Yvonne y Fuego (tejano) Lucille’s Jazz Lounge: Michael J. Reed (jazz) Majestic Oak Winery: Zak Ward (acoustic) The Ottawa Tavern: House Tours / Narrow Arrow / Lo, the Loyal Conscripts / Waving (alternative rock) The Toledo Club: Opera Gala 2022 Featuring Chauncey Packer (opera) Table Forty4: Not Fast Enüff (pop/rock)

sat, may 7 Arlyn’s Good Beer: Scott Parnell (jazz) Benfield Wines: Ramona Collins (jazz) Kickstand Saloon: Strawberry Kush (classic rock) Lucille’s Jazz Lounge: David Bixler (jazz) Leroy & Margaret’s Suds & Grub: Medusa’s Ex (metal) Prime Nightlife: DJ Manny (EDM) Toledo Farmers’ Market: Opera Outdoors (opera) Wheelin’ On the Rocks: 2 Left Missing (rock)

sun, may 8 Basil Pizza & Wine Bar: Abbigale (blues) Prime Nightlife: Anitra Chery & Monika Lignae LIVE (R&B) The Village Idiot: Live Jazz

mon, may 9 Prime Nightlife: Step In the Name of Love With 3 Kings and a Queen (ballroom)

tue, may 10 The Ottawa Tavern: Tuesday Night Jam Hosted By Devin Krueger & Friends (open mic) Papa’s Tavern: Adam Sorelle (acoustic)

wed, may 11 Stranahan Theater: Yngwie Malmsteen (rock) Stubborn Brothers Pizza: Nissa & Zak (acoustic) Te’Kela Sylvania: Abbigale (blues)

thurs, may 12 Bar 145: DJ Adubb & DJ Issa Lynch (EDM) Lucille’s Jazz Lounge: Ellie Martin (jazz) Papa’s Tavern: Live Jam with Bobby May & Friends (open jam) Stella’s Restaurant & Bar: Mike Williams (jazz)

fri, may 13 Arlyn’s Good Beer: Ellie Martin (jazz) Benfield Wines: Chris Knop (acoustic) Bier Stube: HeyRock (rock) Brick Bar: Chris Canas Band (blues) Lucille’s Jazz Lounge: The Olivia Van Goor Quartet (jazz) Majestic Oak Winery: Crickett & Ruben (acoustic) Peristyle Theater: Romantic Rhapsodies (classical) Prime Nightlife: John Welton & The Awakening with Peanutbutter Williams and Cactus Jack (rock) Wheelin’ On the Rocks: Echo Chamber (pop/rock)

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tue, may 17 The Ottawa Tavern: Tuesday Night Jam Hosted By Devin Krueger & Friends (open mic) Papa’s Tavern: Adam Sorelle (acoustic) The Polish Ostrich: FaithHead, Bred 4 War, 3 Days Under (Christian rock)

wed, may 18 Toledo Botanical Garden: Opera Outdoors (opera)

thurs, may 19 Bar 145: DJ Adubb (EDM) Huntington Center: Mick Adams and The Stones (classic rock)

fri, may 20 The Casual Pint: JP & The Big Deal (rock) Firefly: CBR (acoustic) Hollywood Casino: The Twenty Fives (pop/rock) Lucille’s Jazz Lounge: Lori Lefevre (jazz) Majestic Oak Winery: Public Scene (acoustic) Wheelin’ On the Rocks: Married With Children (rock)

Malmsteen goes on Odyssey to Stranahan

One of the biggest names in neoclassical metal, Swedish music legend Yngwie Malmsteen is widely considered one of the greatest electric guitarists of all time. On Wednesday, May 11, the rock icon returns to Toledo with a one-night show at the Stranahan Theater. Performing since 1978, Malmsteen first made his mark on the American music scene in the 1980s, and released his latest album, Parabellum, in May 2021. $33.50-$83.50. 8pm. 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd. 419381-8851. stranahantheater.com

SAT, may 21 Benfield Wines: Tim Oehler (acoustic) Brick Bar: Robot Mama (rock) Dexter’s: My 80s Vice (pop/rock) Majestic Oak Winery: Scott & Molly (acoustic) Papa’s Tavern: Carmen Miller (R&B) Sportsman Bar: Noah I MUA Trio (rock) St. Joseph School: The Skittle Bots (pop/rock) Wheelin’ On the Rocks: The CastawayZ (pop/rock)

SAT, may 22 Lourdes University: May Music Adventure (classical) Majestic Oak Winery: Slim (acoustic) The Village Idiot: Live Jazz

tues, may 24 The Ottawa Tavern: Tuesday Night Jam Hosted By Devin Krueger & Friends (open mic) Papa’s Tavern: Adam Sorelle (acoustic)

wed, may 25 Toledo Botanical Garden: Opera Outdoors (opera)

thurs, may 26 Bar 145: DJ Adubb & DJ Issa Lynch (EDM) The Brick Bar: Pistol Pete (rockabilly) Stella’s Restaurant & Bar: Mike Williams (jazz)

fri, may 27 Arlyn’s Good Beer: Katherine Kincaid (singer/songwriter) Centennial Terrace: Brett Young (Country) Hollywood Casino: 56DAZE (pop/rock) Majestic Oak Winery: Gypsy Luvin’ (acoustic) Peristyle: Stars & Stripes Forever: A Tribute to John Phillip Sousa (classical) Wildwood Preserve: Tim Oehlers (acoustic)

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THE BIG TO DO Sunday, May 1 [cultural]

Cinco de Mayo Celebration - A celebration of Mexican culture. Crafts, activities and music.

Music by DJ Tony Rios and performances by El Corazon de Mexico Folklorico Dance Group. With zoo admission. 11am-3pm. Toledo Zoo, 1 Hippo Way. toledozoo.org

[misc.]

Kentucky Derby Watch Party - 147th Kentucky Derby. Live music from Acoustic Distant Cousinz Duo and food from Lulu Fare. Hats are encouraged. 4pm. Majestic Oak Winery, 13554 Mohler Rd., Grand Rapids. majesticoakwinery. com

Monday, May 2 [technology]

Linked-In Learning - Learn how to set up your profile and access free video tutorials for over 13,000 courses on a variety of topics. 6-7pm.

King Road Branch Library, 3900 King Rd. Free

Tuesday, May 3 [open mic]

TKO Tuesdays - Bring your talent and your appetite to this weekly open mic. 6pm. Lowrider Cafe, 316 N. Michigan St. lowridercafe.com

Wednesday, May 4 [markets]

Perrysburg Farmers Market - The first market day of 2022. Fresh produce, handicrafts and food trucks. 3-8pm. Louisiana Avenue at Third Street, Downtown Perrysburg. perrysburgfarmersmarket.com

Thursday, May 5 [lectures]

Glass City Lecture Series | Flat Glass: LOF, Pilkington and NSG - The Libbey House Foundation sponsored lecture series will feature Kyle Sword, Business Development Manager NSG Group. $10. 6pm. Libbey House, 2008 Scottwood Ave. libbeyhouse.org

Friday, May 6 [art]

[art]

River East Gallery Grand Opening - Artists Chilly Rodriguez, Contron and Luke Stoeckley will be hosting a joint exhibition showcasing new paintings and murals in the gallery. Live music from Baccano. 5-11pm. River East Gallery, 601 Main St.

Sunday, May 8 [holiday]

Mothers Day Special - Moms are free on Mothers Day. Schedel Arboretum & Gardens 19255 W Portage River S Rd, Elmore. schedelgardens.org. Free

[fundraisers]

Saturday, May 14 [races]

Dart Frog Dash - The annual race and fun run returns to the zoo. It offers a competitive 5k race with prizes, a non-competitive 5k walk and a Kids’ Fun Run. Admission and parking included in registration. $13-30. 8:30-10am. The Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way. toledozoo.org

[gardening]

Naturally Oregon Eco-Fair & Community Plant Exchange - Naturally Oregon is a one day event featuring local Greenhouses, Food Trucks, Eco-Fair, & the annual Community ‘Give n Take’ Plant Exchange. 9:30am-1pm. Our Lady of Toledo, 655 S Coy Rd, Oregon. oregonfestoh.com

[lgbtqia+]

Trans Clothing Swap - This event is meant to serve as a way for the Toledo area trans community to have a space and time to meet AND get new clothes. All clothes brought to the event (by organizers and by yourself) will be FREE to take home. Noon-4pm. House of Dow, 1501 Adams St. Free

Sunday, May 15 [car show]

[market]

[misc.]

[markets]

Makers Mart - Toledo’s favorite indie craft fair, Maker’s Mart, is back! Just in time for Mothers Day. $5. 11am-7pm. Handmade Toledo, 1717 Adams St. handmadetoledo.com

[music, collectibles]

“WAXmode” Vinyl Swap, Sample, & Sell - Meet up w/ other vinyl enthusiasts to swap, sample, & sell your vinyl treasures. 3-6pm.

Almost Human Coffee, 1119 W. Sylvania Ave.

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Celebrating 4 years Inside

Since May 2018, local fans have been singing the praises (and drinking the beers) of Inside the Five Brewing Company in Sylvania. To celebrate its 4th anniversary, the brewpub will hold a weekend of fun festivities in their adjacent parking lot over Memorial Day weekend. Starting with a 5k Beer Run on Saturday, May 28 (enjoy a free local craft brew at the finish line) and ending with a great view of Sylvania’s Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 30, the three day event will have plenty of live music, food trucks and, of course, so much beer.

Bring your own chair! 5703 Main St., Sylvania. 567-408-7212. facebook.com/ insidethefivesylvania

The Mix: Toledo’s Best Party - The Mix is The Arts Commission’s signature spring fundraiser, featuring an exciting and exotic mix of live entertainment, art, food, and much more! $85190. 6:30pm. Erie Street Market, 201 S Erie St. theartscommission.org

Run To the Rapids Car Show - Toledo Area Street Rods 49th Annual Run To The Rapids Car Show. Event includes a car show, swap meet, door prizes, kids activities, food and more. 9am2pm. Mary Jane Thurston State Park, 1466 State Rte 65, McClure.

Saturday, May 7

Two of the Toledo art scene’s beloved figures will be celebrated at the 2022 edition of CatFest, on Sunday, May 15 at the Bier Stube, which has generously hosted the event the past three years.

CatFest is held in honor of Toledo artistic advocate Cat Lambert, who was tragically slain in 2015.

A festival of art and live music, the event is held yearly to celebrate Lambert’s memory and to spread awareness about domestic abuse. This year’s event will close with a “Jam for Jake,” held in honor of local musician Jake Pavlica [right], who passed away in February. Search “CatFest 2022” on Facebook for the latest information.

Friday, May 13

May Sale - Blooms, birds and art! The Artist Village will have their annual open house on Mothers Day weekend. 10am-4pm. Also Saturday, May 7 and Sunday, May 8. Toledo Botanical Garden, 5403 Elmer Dr. Night Market In the Garden - The Toledo Night Market kicks off the 2022 season. Makers, vendors, food trucks, music and more. 4-9pm.

Toledo Botanical Garden, 5403 Elmer Dr. Free

Remembering the Cat

Tree and Tombstone Tour - The 90 minute leisurely walk, accompanied by knowledgeable naturalists and historians, through Woodlawn’s nationally recognized arboretum tells the story of Toledo. 1-2:30pm. Historic Woodlawn Cemetery, 1502 W Central Ave. historic-woodlawn.com Free

Monday, May 16 [book clubs, potlucks] Waterville Cookbook Group - Pick a dish from a selected cookbook and bring it to the Library to share. The library will provide table service and drinks, you provide a serving utensil. 6-7pm.

Waterville Branch Library, 800 Michigan Avenue, Waterville. toledolibrary.org

Tuesday, May 17 [spirituality]

Reconnect with Medium Sirena La Point - Join local Best of Toledo winner, medium Sirena La Point while she walks the room reconnecting you to your departed loved ones. $28.29. 5:30-9pm.

Calvino’s Restaurant and Wine Bar, 3143 W. Central Ave.

Thursday, May 19

Sunday, May 22 [nature & wildlife]

Herb Walk - Many of our common “weeds” have a lot to offer once you get to know them. Stroll the grounds in search of wild food and medicine, meeting the herbs of the season in their own environment. $22. 2-3pm. The 577 Foundation, 577 East Front Street, Perrysburg. 577foundation.org

Tuesday, May 24

[comedy]

[nature & wildlife]

Saturday, May 21

Wed, May 25

John Mulaney: From Scratch - Emmy and WGA award-winning writer, actor, and comedian John Mulaney will bring his newest show to Toledo. $55-95. 7pm. Stranahan Theater, 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd. stranahantheater.com

[collectibles]

16th Annual North American Sea Glass Festival - Professional artisans will have their works for sale and shard identification experts will be on hand to identify pieces.. Also Sunday, May 22. $7-10. 10am-5pm. Maumee Bay Lodge & Conference Center, 1750 State Park Rd. #2, Oregon. seaglassassociation.org

[fundraisers]

Ride Across Toledo - The Right Direction Youth Development Program will host a 15 mile casual Ride Across Toledo (R.A.T.). $30. 10am. Earnest Brew Works, 25 S St Clair St. therightdirection.org

[visual arts]

Artist Trading Card Swap - For makers and swappers of ATCs. No previous experience or registration is required to attend and there are no age restrictions. Swaps are held every other month. 11am-noon. The Art Supply Depot, 5739 Main St., Sylvania. artsupplydepot.com Free

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Tree Series with Amy Stone - Spend the evening discovering trees. On the tree identification walks, participants will be focusing on the subtle but easy cues that lead directly to identifying a tree. 7-8:30pm. Historic Woodlawn Cemetery, 1502 W Central Ave. historic-woodlawn.com

[film]

Star Wars IV: A New Hope - Supersized Star Wars in the Key Bank Discovery Theater. $10.

7pm. Imagination Station, 1 Discovery Way. imaginationstationtoledo.org

Thursday, May 26 [yoga]

Yoga In the Vineyard - A unique one hour outdoor yoga experience in the vineyard. Includes a glass of wine or craft beer. A portion of proceeds will be donated to local charities. $25. 6:307:30pm. Majestic Oak Winery, 13554 Mohler Rd, Grand Rapids. majesticoakwinery.com

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Rock on, Billy Bob Billy Bob Thornton is an Academy Award winning actor with iconic film roles to his credit. Before all that, though, he loved music. Thornton will bring his band, The Boxmasters, to the Odeon Concert Club in Cleveland on Thursday, May 26. Founded in the mid-2000s with sound engineer J.D. Andrew, the Boxmasters started with the idea of putting an American spin on some classic British rock favorites, eventually evolving to find a rockabilly sound all its own. $35-50. 7pm. 1295 Old River Rd., Cleveland.

216-771-6655. clevelandodeon.com Welcome to the Third Place Concerts should be inclusive and accessible to all who love music. That’s the basic idea at the core of the Third Place [MusicFest], being held in Ann Arbor from Wednesday, May 25 through Saturday, May 28. The event is a performing arts festival that will host concerts in a variety of venues in an effort to bring together artists, audiences and businesses throughout the community. “Third Place” is not indicative of finishing behind first and second, but rather a reference to a sociology idea— a third location, beyond home and work, that people feel like they “belong.” thirdplacemusic.org

Friday, May 27 [orchestra]

Stars and Stripes Forever: A Tribute to John Philip Sousa - Join The Toledo Symphony Orchestra on Memorial Day weekend for The Armed Forces Salute and other Sousa favorites in this eclectic, patriotic program. $12.50-$64. 8pm. Toledo Museum of Art Peristyle Theater, 2445 Monroe St. toledosymphony.com

Saturday, May 28 [home & garden]

Toledo Repair Cafe - Bring in your clothing, small appliances, bicycles, jewelry, housewares and toys for repairs free of charge! Nothing that requires fuel will be repaired. 10am-2pm.

Washington Branch Library, 5560 Harvest Lane. toledolibrary.org FREE

[craft beer]

Memorial Weekend 4th Anniversary Party Gather with friends, family and neighbors for food trucks, live music and local beer 3 days in a row. Join us for a 5k Beer Run on Saturday and the Memorial Day Parade on Monday. Also runs Sunday, May 29 and Monday, May 30. 11am.

Inside the Five Brewing Company, 5702 Main St., Sylvania.

Sunday, May 29 [market]

Flower Day - There will be thousands of plants to choose from -- the absolute best selection of top quality plants in the Toledo area. Market days on Saturday, May 28 and Sunday, May 30.

8am-3pm. Toledo Farmers Market, 525 Market St. toledofarmersmarket.com

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Opening Day Toledo’s favorite unofficial holiday, Opening Day at Fifth Third Field, returned!

Here are a few folks who celebrated less than a block away at M’Osteria, The Blarney and at a private party at Graphite D+B. Ron Wells Jr. and Sarah Thomas at Graphite D+B

Shawn Galliers, Amy Jones, Ryan Kelly and Amy Verhelstmatt McClure at M’Osteria

Alex & Brittany Klatt with Jakob & Jo Pecina at The Blarney Roger Paul and Bob McClain at M’Osteria

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GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Gemini author William Butler Yeats won a Nobel Prize for Literature, so I conclude he had considerable talent and wisdom. But he cultivated interests and ideas that were at variance with most other literary figures. For example, he believed fairies are real. He was a student of occult magic. Two of his books were dictated by spirits during séances. In the coming weeks, I invite you to draw inspiration from his versatile repertoire. Welcome knowledge in whatever unusual ways it might materialize. Be eager to accept power and inspiration wherever they are offered. For inspiration, here’s a Yeats’ quote: “I have observed dreams and visions very carefully, and am certain that the imagination has some way of lighting on the truth that reason has not, and that its commandments, delivered when the body is still and the reason silent, are the most binding we can ever know.”

ARIES (March 21-April 19): I recommend you adopt a limitation that will enable you to claim more freedom. For example, you could de-emphasize your involvement with a lukewarm dream so as to liberate time and energy for a passionate dream. Or you could minimize your fascination with a certain negative emotion to make more room for invigorating emotions. Any other ideas? You’re in a phase when increased discipline and discernment can be liberating.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20):

“Imagining anything is the first step toward creating it,” wrote author and activist Gloria Steinem. “Believing in a true self is what allows a true self to be born,” she added. Those are excellent meditations for you to focus on right now, Taurus. The time is ripe for you to envision in detail a specific new situation or adventure you would like to manifest in the future. It’s also a perfect moment to picture a truer, deeper, more robust version of your beautiful self—an expanded version of your identity that you hope to give birth to in the coming months.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): You

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Across 1. Landing strip 7. Fashionista Chanel 11. Tiësto’s genre 14. Plumber’s position 15. ___ Jazz 16. Long “R”?

17. Teddy that must go on vacation with you?

19. Word of reproof 20. Quick pull 21. Words of assurance from a quarterback?

23. Very very small 25. Puts on 26. “This is AWESOME!” 28. Burning residue 31. Code for testing 33. Comedian Pauly at FedEx Office?

37. [You think I’m dumb enough to make THAT mistake?]

38. Do one better than 39. Filing one’s taxes, e.g.

40. FDR’s predecessor 41. It may be alongside a buck 42. Winning red card in bridge?

44. They treat boxers humanely: Abbr.

46. ___-Zap (adhesive brand) 47. They won the last ABA championship 48. Engaged in a spat?

50. Actress ___ Taylor-Joy 52. White stones, black stones, and a board?

56. Camel sticks 60. Faster than light speed travelers, for short 61. What a cinematographer with unquenchable desire would do?

63. Boring groove 64. Norse mythologies 65. With interest 66. Some label reissues 67. Working class figure 68. Shoot from up above

Down 1. Rival of Pinkberry and SweetFrog 2. Geometry homework problem, maybe 3. Chestnut-colored horse 4. More hard to see through 5. Put on a show 6. Musician’s skills 7. Biting dogs 8. Blackwell in the Blues Hall of Fame 9. “Sorry. Tried. ___” 10. “You have got to be kidding me” 11. Suffer humiliation 12. Barbecue offering 13. Dole (out) 18. Howl at the moon 22. Ear piece?

24. Braces move them 26. Paints the town red 27. Boxes for linens 28. Cartoon dog that substitutes beginning consonants with “R”s 29. Closed 30. Trumpeter Al 32. Lingering soreness 33. Fucking problems 34. Small digits 35. Test where one speaks their mind 36. Colorful flower 43. One making the grade?

45. Pol who whispered “most people don’t know what capitalism is” 49. Shakes on a rink 50. 10%-er 51. Barnes & Noble tablets 52. Computer language that’s a homophone for a precious stone 53. Salad or fries 54. “In sum” letters 55. Disney character with a carrot nose 57. Scottish abbey island 58. Driving passion?

59. Ocular irritation 62. Locked in place

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know what’s always good for your wellbeing? Helping people who are less fortunate and less privileged than you. To enhance your health, you can also fight bigotry, campaign against the abuse of animals, and remedy damage to the natural world. If you carry out tasks like these in the coming weeks, you will boost your vigor and vitality even more than usual.

You may be amazed at the power of your compassion to generate selfish benefits for yourself. Working in behalf of others will uplift and nurture you. To further motivate you, here are inspirational words from designer Santiago Bautista: “I am in love with all the gifts of the world, and especially those destined for others to enjoy.”

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): “There is a

moment in each day that Satan cannot find,” wrote author and artist William Blake. Here’s how I interpret his poetic words: On a regular basis, you become relatively immune from the debilitating effects of melancholy, apathy, and fear. At those times, you are blessed with the freedom to be exactly who you want to be. You can satisfy your soul completely. In the next six weeks, I suspect there will be more of these interludes for you than usual. How do you plan to use your exalted respite from Satan’s nagging?

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Poet Louis Little Coon Oliver (1904–1991) was a member of the indigenous Mvskoke people. He declared, “I do not waste what is wild.” That might mean something different for him than what it would mean for you, but it’s an excellent principle for you to work with in the coming weeks. You will have more access than usual to wildness, and you might be tempted to use it casually or recklessly.

I hope that instead you harness all that raw mojo with precision and grace. Amazingly, being disciplined in your use of the wildness will ensure that it enriches you to the max and generates potent transformative energy.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): I suspect

you will have the skills of an acrobat in the coming weeks—at least metaphorically. You will be psychically nimble. Your soul will have an exceptional ability to carry out spry maneuvers that keep you sane and sound.

Even more than usual, you will have the power to adjust on the fly and adapt to shifting circumstances. People you know may marvel at your lithe flexibility. They will compliment you for your classiness under pressure. But I suspect the feats you accomplish may feel surprisingly easy and breezy!

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SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): A

Tumblr blogger named Af-70 gives copious advice. From his wide selection of wise counsel, I have selected six tips that are right for your needs in the coming weeks.

Please study the following counsel.

1. “Real feelings don’t change fast.” 2. “Connect deeply or not at all.” 3. “Build a relationship in which you and your ally can be active in each other’s growth.” 4. “Sometimes what you get is better than what you wanted.” 5. “Enjoy the space between where you are and where you are going.” 6. “Keep it real with me even if it makes us tremble and shimmer.”

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Consider putting a sign on your

door or a message on your social media that says something like the following: “I’ve still got some healing to do. While I’m making progress, I’m only partway there. Am open to your suggestions, practical tips, and suggestions for cures I don’t know about.” Though the process is as yet incomplete, Sagittarius, I am proud of how diligent and resourceful you have been in seeking corrections and fixes. My only suggestions: 1. Be bold about seeking help and support. 2. Be aggressive about accessing your creativity. Expand your imagination about what might be therapeutic.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19):

“To uncover what is hidden in my soul might take me a week or two,” my friend Allie told me. I told her she would be lucky if her brave and challenging exploration required such a short time. In contrast, some people I know have spent years trying to find what is buried and lost in their souls: me, for instance. There was one period of my life when I sought for over a decade to find and identify the missing treasure.

According to my astrological analysis, you will soon enjoy multiple discoveries and revelations that will be more like Allie’s timeline than mine: relatively rapid and complete. Get ready! Be alert!

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18):

A Thai cook named Nattapong Kaweenuntawong has a unique method for cooking the soup served in his Bangkok restaurant. At the end of each night, he saves the broth for use the next day. He has been doing that daily for 45 years. Theoretically, there may be molecules of noodles that were originally thrown in the pot back in 1977. In accordance with current astrological omens, I urge you to dream up a new tradition that borrows from his approach. What experience could you begin soon that would benefit you for years to come?

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20):

Pisces-born Casimir Pulaski (1745–1779) was a Polish nobleman and military commander. As a young man, he fought unsuccessfully to free Poland from Russian domination. Driven into exile, he fled to America, arriving during the Revolutionary War with Britain in 1777. General George Washington was impressed with Pulaski’s skills, making the immigrant a brigadier general. He distinguished himself as a leader of American forces, exhibiting brilliance and bravery. For that excellence, he has been honored. But now, over two centuries later, his identity is in flux. DNA analyses of Pulaski’s remains suggest he was an intersex person with both male and female qualities. (Read more: tinyurl.com/PulaskiSmithsonian.) I bring this to your attention, Pisces, because the coming months will be a favorable time to question and revise your understanding of your identity. May you be inspired by Pulaski’s evolving distinctiveness.

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