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UPCOMING EVENTS Trudel’s Debut, September 21 & 22, Peristyle Queen Latifah, November 10, Peristyle Star Wars: A New Hope In Concert, May 4, Huntington Center
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MARKETPLACE CHANGES
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UPDATES IN LOCAL BUSINESS
Vision Associates, now of The Toledo Clinic, has moved from the Wildwood Medical complex at 2865 N. Reynolds Rd. to a new 36,000 sq ft. facility at 3330 Meijer Dr. off Central Ave., 419-578-2020. visionassociates.net
New fast-casual restaurant, What the Fried Rice, has opened at 2509 Oregon Rd. in Northwood. The eatery offers customizable fried rice, noodles, popular Asian fare and boba tea. 419-724-2370. whatthefriedrice.com
SASS Salon & Spa (formerly Mane Style Salon) has added a new spa area, led by aesthetician Heather Shepherd. In addition to dermatological and spa services, SASS also offers hairstyling, manicures, pedicures, and waxing. 347 N. Maple St., Bowling Green. 419-353-6263. sasssalonandspa.com
Downtown Sylvania favorite for 35 years, Brieschke’s Bakery, has remodeled, debuting a fresh look. A staple at 5639 Main St. since 1932, the Brieschke family bought the business 35 years ago, giving the bakery the current name. 419-882-2302.
Neighborhood Properties, Inc. opened the Wellness and Recovery Center (WRC), NW Ohio’s first peer-staffed, peer-coordinated respite center for mental health and substance use recovery. 2619 Glendale Ave., neighborhoodproperties.org Alternative Physical Therapy, offering a “whole body” approach led by Lisa Kelly, PT, has opened a second location at 28442 East River Rd. Suite 103 in Perrysburg. Also located at 2526 N. Reynolds Rd. 419-578-HELP. alternativephysicaltherapy.com 20-year-old business Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation has opened their first branch in the area at 5577 Monroe St., in the Promenade Shops. 419-418-8696. fairwayindependentmc.com The Sylvania location of Biggby Coffee in the Promenade Shops at 5577 Monroe St. has closed.
Six Fifths Distilling, a small batch craft distillery offering vodka and gin made with local ingredients, is nearing an opening date for a shop and tasting room near Louisiana Ave. in Perrysburg at 120 W. S. Boundary St. in Perrysburg, in the former Howard Jewelers space. sixfifthsdistilling.com Superior Credit Union Inc., of Lima, Ohio will merge with both Co-Op Toledo Credit Union of Maumee and Great Lakes Credit Union of Sylvania. The arrangement represents $934 million worth of assets and operations will continue under Superior Credit Union. superiorfcu.com/home/about September will be a big month for the Toledo Lucas County Public Library branches, with one opening and one closing. On Sunday, September 2, the Main Branch, at 325 N. Michigan St., will close for 10-12 months for major renovations. On Friday, September 7, the Sylvania Branch, at 6749 Monroe St., will reopen after one year of renovations to debut a 4,090 sq. ft. expansion.
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#DoWorkDrive - Hear what the Lucas County Young Democrats are planning next, and how you can be a part of it. Food provided. $20 suggested donation. 2-4pm. Lucas County Democratic Party, 1817 Madison Ave., 419-246-9301. facebook.com/lucascountyyoungdems
Sunday, 9.9
Brunch with JLT - Join the Junior League of Toledo (JLT) for brunch, a complimentary mimosa, and a chance to learn more about the nonprofit. JLT will collect feminine products for donation. Noon-2pm. Manhattan’s Pub ‘n Cheer, 1516 Adams St., 419-474-6262. juniorleaguetoledo.org
Saturday, 9.8
Recovery is Beautiful Family Festival Join the Recovery Council of the Mental Health and Recovery Services Board of Lucas County for a day celebrating substance abuse recovery. Enjoy food, family fun, games, inflatables, music, a theatrical performance from Issue Box Theatre, raffles, certified peer supporters, a resource fair, and more. 10am-2pm. Madison and 19th Street. 419-213-4600. Lcmhrsb.oh.gov Free
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2018 Lucas County Blue Cocktail Hour The Ohio Democratic Party and the Lucas County Democratic Party host a cocktail hour featuring special guests Ohio Democratic Party Chairman David Pepper and Senator Joe Schiavoni. Paid for by the Ohio Democratic Party. Not sponsored by any candidate or candidate’s committee. $35-$200. 5-7pm. Ye Olde Durty Bird, 2 S. St. Clair St., secure.actblue.com/donate/lucasbch2018
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Suicide Prevention Coalition: Lunch and Learn - Learn how to get involved in suicide prevention during this community presentation. 11:30am-12:30p. Kent Branch Library, 3101 Collingwood Blvd., 419-243-1119. facebook.com/LucasCountySPC Free
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Talk Back with Candidate Paula Hicks-Hudson - Former mayor Paula Hicks-Hudson is running for State Representative. Talk with her, share your ideas, and give feedback on important issues during this discussion. 6-7:30pm. Greater New Psalmist Church, 3251 Glendale Ave., 419-720-0520. facebook.com/phh44toledo
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WINE Down: Stock the Pantry Edition Join Women’s Initiative of United Way to benefit the Family and Child Abuse Prevention Center during an evening of complimentary hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar. A donation drive for the Center will be held, see online for more information. Register by September 10. Free for members, $10 for non-members. 5:30-7:30pm. Poco Piatti, 3155 Chappel Dr., Perrysburg. 419-254-4677. facebook.com/womensinitiativetoledo
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Shining bright
Celebrate the legacy of Sunshine Communities during their Roll & Stroll on their 25-acre campus and new quarter mile boardwalk. The event’s location, reminiscent of where Sunshine first started in the brick home of Roy and Georgette Engler raised and welcomed children of developmental disabilities in the 1950s, continues to support those individuals, providing a comfortable living, working and playful environment. Come out to support, tour the campus, enjoy games, live music, children’s activities, and much more. 10am-1pm Saturday, September 8. Sunshine Communities, 7223 Maumee Western Rd., Maumee. 419-865-0251. sunshine.org Free
Around the block
Not to be bias, but the Adams Street corridor in UpTown is the coolest place in Toledo. Discover the wonderfully-weird and friendly, familiar vibes that give the open refreshment area a well-earned reputation during the 5th annual Adams Street Block Party. Soak up the atmosphere, and then some, with a 6pm water fight, water pong, a dunk tank with local celebrities, plus sales at Jupmode, Handmade Toledo, House of Dow, food and drink specials at The Attic, Manhattan’s, Georgjz, Poco Loco, the Ottawa Tavern, and Wesley’s, plus plenty of live music, entertainment, food trucks, and more. $5 wristbands for entry to participating establishments. Free street festivities. Ages 21+ only after 8pm. 4pm-1am. Sunday, September 2. From 11th to 20th. facebook.com/TheVillageOnAdams
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Learning the paranormal
Do you believe in ghosts? Have you ever wanted to hunt them? Gain the training and knowledge by taking Ghost Hunting 101 classes at Owen’s this fall. Paranormal investigator and founder of Toledo Ohio Ghost Hunters Society, Harold St. John, will lead the class, covering the investigation progress, essential hunting equipment, what is considered hard evidence, and how to professionally help clients with paranormal claims. This hands-on course will help to hone skills and provide deeper insight into the field of parapsychology. Register in advance, space is limited and fills up quickly. $89. Thursday, September 27-October 18. Owen’s Community College, 30335 Oregon Rd., Perrysburg. 567-661-7357. owens.edu
The first step is to register to vote. Register today, by contacting the Board of Elections of Lucas County Ohio. You can register online or in-person or visit the Toledo City Paper office by October 8, 2018. Vote absentee by mail, vote in early polling locations, or vote on Election Day, but make sure to vote.
End the stigma
The opioid epidemic continues as a pervasive problem in our area. In honor of International Overdose Awareness Day, F.A.C.T. (Families and Addicts Coming Together) will host a Sign Holding/Remembrance for those lost to addiction. Anyone is welcome to attend and those who have lost someone to an overdose are encouraged to bring a photo of their loved one. Nina Marchelle ReynoldsPodzinski, a mother who lost her daughter, along with recovering addict Juan Duarte, will provide inspiration. Help put a face on addiction and support others during this troubling time. 6:30-8:30pm Friday, August 31. West Toledo Branch Library, 1320 W. Sylvania Ave.
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Blue wave, or red tide? The coming tsunami in City Politics by Johnny Hildo
ONE Yoga Festival
17 local yoga studios unite and collaborate By Erin Marsh What better way to end the summer than with an outdoor yoga festival on the river in downtown Toledo? 17 Toledo-area yoga and fitness studios have joined together as ONE, in collaboration with ProMedica, to host an outdoor yoga festival, Sunday, September 9 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Promenade Park. The all-day event, featuring yoga and meditation, fitness workshops, cooking demonstrations, wellness seminars, vendors, and other activities to promote a healthy lifestyle.
A citywide union
The festival is the “brainchild” of Margaret Penn, yoga instructor and owner of Yogaja Yoga and Yogaja Shop, located in Cricket West. Penn explains, “The meaning of yoga is ‘union,’ and bringing our community together in union is really the spirit of what we’re trying to achieve with this festival--to all come together as ONE to practice together.” Penn reiterates the goal, “to have something that everyone will enjoy and recognize as yoga. For people who have been thinking of trying yoga, this is the perfect time for them to experience it in a relaxing and inviting atmosphere.”
Rooftop Kick-Off Party with DJ Taz Rashid: Sound-Off Yoga
$25, tickets are limited to 100. 6:30pm. Saturday, September 8. ProMedica garage rooftop, 200 Jefferson Ave., Toledo. $25. ONEyogafestival.com
ONE Yoga Festival Presented by ProMedica
$20 presale. $30 at the door (includes all classes/workshops except SUP and Aerial Yoga). 9am-4pm. Sunday, September 9. Promenade Park, 400 Water St. Toledo. ONEyogafestival.com
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The day of the festival, four largescale yoga classes will be presented from the main stage. DJ Taz Rashid, known for spinning Wanderlust festivals and popular yoga playlists, will provide beats, mixing an array of music--tribal, pop, house, funk, new age, classic--for the first three classes. The last class of the festival will have a Toledo Symphony Quartet provide live music, a relaxing yoga class with seated and reclining poses. With smaller workshops throughout the day inside the ProMedica Headquarters, workshops range from chair yoga to acupressure yoga, with most included in the admission price.
The wellbeing of people
Penn explains the excitement over the collaboration and bringing the festival downtown: “We knew after we had done a small wellness event last year at Wildwood Metropark that there was an overwhelming community response, and we wanted to take the festival downtown to provide a wider community feel. Promenade Park made the most sense, and ProMedica was the obvious partner as their business is the wellbeing of people.” Money raised from the festival will benefit the ONE Yoga Outreach Program. All ages are welcome, and children 12 and under are free when accompanied by an adult. Participants are asked to bring a yoga mat. Guests can pre-purchase advance tickets for $20, or $30 at the door. The night before the festival, on Saturday, September 8 from 6:30 to 7:45 p.m., DJ Taz Rashid will host a Rooftop Kick-Off Party, a “sound-off ” yoga class, on the rooftop level of the ProMedica garage. Participants will use their own headphones to listen to music and the teacher’s instructions. For more information about ONE Yoga Festival or to purchase tickets, visit oneyogafestival.com.
Pundits and wags say there’s a storm a’ brewin’. The fierce polarization of ideologies at the national level, coupled with anger and frustration aimed at the current administration in Washington, have the potential to drive a massive increase of participation at the polls. How will that potential manifest itself here in the Swamp? The general consensus is that there will be a Blue Wave in November, as Democrats and D-leaning independents come out in droves to repudiate the Trump administration. Swing voters will swing to the left. Even centrist Republicans, the thinking goes, might be so fed up they’ll do the unthinkable and vote D. In T-Town, though, the wave has always crested Blue. Every current county-wide elected official is a Democrat, from the Commissioners to the Coroner, from the Auditor to the Engineer, from the Treasurer to the Recorder. A Blue Wave in Froggy Bottom could help re-elect US Senator Sherrod Brown, but what difference will it make in local races?
The race for County Treasurer has a different dynamic. Current Treasurer Lindsay Webb, appointed to the office after hizzoner, former treasurer, Wade K, got elected Toledo mayor, is well known in Toledo. She was a district councilperson, but inserted herself into every public issue with an eye toward her political future. Her opponent, Lori Brodie, is Mayor of the Village of Waterville and largely unknown outside it. The race should be Webb’s to lose. Which she could very well do. She famously nearly lost her appointment to be Treasurer when it looked like the County couldn’t bond her due to her atrocious credit score. When a bonding agency that would take a risk on Webb was finally found, it would only bond her for one year, and at the high-risk rate of ten grand. Brodie is running on a message of sound fiscal management in contrast to the credit woes of Webb, and if she can raise the money to effectively take that message to the voters, she just might win. We thinks Brodie is a long shot in any event. But Webb should hope for the Blue Wave to seal the deal.
Into the unknown
Riding the bench
Plenty. This year, for the first time in a over a decade, Rs have a real shot at making inroads in the County races. Sandy Spang, who styles herself an Independent but is cozy with the Rs, including new GOP Chair Mark Wagoner, has a broad base of support in her campaign for County Commissioner. She has been elected at-large in the County’s largest municipality, Toledo, getting more votes than top Democrats along the way. The endorsed R in the race, also named ‘Sandy something or other’, is a footnote in the race. The endorsed D, Gary Byers, has only previously been on the ballot in Maumee. He is generally unknown outside that much smaller town. And even there, he is known for alleged fiscal mismanagement as a judge, which cost him his re-election bid in twenty seventeen after years on the bench. In other words, most voters don’t know who he is, and those who do threw him out of office just last year. His only real chance is that big blue “D” behind his name. He’ll need the Blue Wave to materialize to have any chance against Spang.
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One last race worth mentioning is that between Muni Court Judge Josh Lanziger and City Attorney and former City Council President Joe McNamara for Common Pleas judge. Lanziger has a name well-known in judicial circles. The McNamara name is also well known and has been prominent in local politics for decades, as Joe’s father was once a county-wide elected official. Both Lanziger and McNamara have been elected city-wide. McNamara is the more tenacious campaigner, but voters tend to ignore judicial races, so that might not matter as much as it did when he ran for city council. Once again, a Blue Wave could make the difference, taking McNamara to the Common Pleas bench. There you have it. A Blue Wave, if it happens, will likely keep the County offices blue and sweep a D into the County courts. But what if the Blue Wave never takes shape? Lucas County could instead experience a Red Tide. Time will tell kiddos
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Spotlighting the new digs of area leaders, we begin with this issue and will continue in upcoming issues. Let us know about your office or retail space so we can feature your ‘new digs.’ Contact editor@adamsstreetpublishing.com
HUB GROUP SEES POTENTIAL IN TOLEDO
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hree and a half years ago Hub Group was looking to expand their truck brokerage vertical. Seeking seasoned veterans and industry-leaders, Hub Group hired Chris Keller, Ryan Bristol, Nate Wilson, and Rob Simmons. Within the time period since they have grown to 115 employees and become one of the anchor companies in the Toledo Warehouse District. Mr. Keller, Vice President, is proud of what they have accomplished as a team. “I have always carried my days school motto, ‘be who we are and be that well’. We have created an empowering, inclusive culture that drives fulfillment. A sense of community and family values has always been an important part of our office and I have seen this expand into the relationships we have with our customers, our carriers and the way our employees support each other. Passion and attitude determine how well you do something and a company must adapt to employees’ changing aspirations by continuing to offer new opportunities for growth.”
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Speaking of growth, Hub Group has already expanded once and has since outgrown that space and is in the process of renovating yet another floor in what can only be called one of the premier offices in downtown Toledo. Hub Group is a world-class supply chain solutions provider that offers multi-modal transportation services throughout North America, including intermodal, truck brokerage, dedicated and logistics services. Delivering a tailored mix of non-asset value-added services and asset-based capacity with 37,000 53’ intermodal containers and 2,500 trucks, Hub Group’s solutions deliver value to each customer through fully integrated solutions. As a publicly traded company with over $4 billion in revenue, Hub Group’s organization of over 4,000 employees delivers innovative, customerfocused solutions and industry leading service to help customers better control supply chain needs.
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Don’t get us wrong— we love large, outdoor festivals— but as the warm weather dissipates, so does the appeal of beer-fueled crowds and daytime art fairs. Ready to head indoors for intimate art exhibits, such as the six gallery shows in Contemporary Arts Toledo’s SculptureX (September 26-27)? Or for staged plays, like Cutting Edge Theatre’s Pippin (November 8-11) and thrilling performances, like the Toledo Opera’s The Magic Flute (October 5-6)?
We asked four creative leaders— concert promoter Zack Jacobs, arts organizer Natalie Gray, improv comedian Diana De Pasquale, and filmmaker Michael Desanto— where they will spend the 2018-2019 arts season. Read on for their suggestions, and then visit us online at toledocitypaper.com to discover even more opportunities to focus on this season of the arts.
ARTS PHOTO CREDIT: James Dickerson @dirtykics “I USED MY KODAK PORTRA800 used in every session. If that film wasn’t $10 for every 12 exposures I would use it every day. Most of these sessions were shot with one roll. Others with two for good reason. Shouts to everyone involved. Peace.”.
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I work at Innovation Concerts doing booking, promoting, and helping run the venues. My primary focus is managing and booking the Ottawa Tavern, which I’ve been doing for about two-and-a-half years. I also play guitar, bass and sing in several bands (Light Horizon, Tropic Bombs, Whisper Disco, and who knows, maybe five more bands by the time this is published).
Music is my life and I am so thankful to be able to work with the incredible and talented people who make music in this city. Toledo is such a hotbed of talent and I work hard to show people that there are fun things to do in this city and so much to be positive and enthusiastic about!
SILVER AGE & SECRET SPACE RECORD RELEASE SHOW
MAGICAL MYSTERY TAVERN: A TRIBUTE TO THE BEATLES
Some of my absolute favorite locals both releasing records on the same night, and the entire lineup is stacked.
A tribute night to my all time favorite band. Ten or more local bands getting up there and putting their spin on some of the best songs ever written in my opinion. We’ve done Hall and Oates and Disney tribute nights and those were amazingly fun. I think this one is going to top them all.
6:30pm. Friday, 9.7
INNOVATION CONCERTS
$10/ADVANCE, $12/DOORS. FRANKIES, 308 MAIN ST., 419-698-4020. INNOVATIONCONCERTS.COM
OBITUARY & EXMORTUS 7pm. Wednesday, 9.12
Obituary are some of the godfathers of death metal and it’s such a cool thing to have them in Toledo. $18/ADVANCE, $20/DOORS. CIVIC MUSIC HALL, 135 S. BYRNE RD., 419-870-1898. INNOVATIONCONCERTS.COM
MODEST MOUSE
7:30pm. Wednesday, 9.26 These guys are one of my favorite bands and have been a big influence on me musically. And the Stranahan is a beautiful place. $40-$50. STRANAHAN THEATER, 4645 HEATHERDOWNS BLVD., 1-888-381-7469. STRANAHANTHEATER.COM
BALLYHOO
8pm. Saturday, 9.29 Ballyhoo is super dope. I was really stoked when we got them for the OT. And the locals (The Essentials & The Funk Factory) are phenomenal and some of my favorite musicians and people. $13-$18. OTTAWA TAVERN, 1817 ADAMS ST., 419-725-5483. INNOVATIONCONCERTS.COM
ELECTRIC 6
8pm. Friday, 10.19 Electric 6 is super fun and are great guys. My band Whisper Disco gets to share the stage for this one and it’s probably the last bit of fun I’ll get to have before the insanity of zombie crawl the next day. $13-$18. OTTAWA TAVERN, 1817 ADAMS ST. 419-725-5483. INNOVATIONCONCERTS.COM
8pm. Saturday, 11.3
$5. OTTAWA TAVERN, 1817 ADAMS ST. 419-725-5483. INNOVATIONCONCERTS.COM
MAKERS MART
10am-8pm. Saturday, 11.10 I love being able to see all of the talent in our city on display and Makers Mart exemplifies that perfectly to me.
HANDMADE TOLEDO, 1717 ADAMS ST., 419-214-1717. HANDMADETOLEDO.COM/ MAKERS-MART FREE
CANNIBAL CORPSE
7pm. Wednesday, 11.14
Cannibal Corpse is THE name in death metal to me and it’s going to be an honor to have them at one of my venues and to see them shred it live. Unreal. $25-$35. CIVIC MUSIC HALL, 135 S. BYRNE RD. 419-870-1898. INNOVATIONCONCERTS.COM
ANNIHILATION 2018 W/ WHITECHAPEL, CHELSEA GRIN, OCEANO, THE BLACK DAHLIA MURDER & MORE
4pm Friday, 11.16 & 2pm. Saturday, 11.17
Toledo hasn’t seen an event like this since the Jamboree and it’s needed it for so long. I can’t believe the names that are on this bill, and those still to come. It’s going to be 2 days of absolutely off the chain heavy music. $30-$35, $50/WEEKEND PASS. CIVIC MUSIC HALL, 135 S. BYRNE RD. 419-870-1898. INNOVATIONCONCERTS.COM
CHIEF KEEF
7pm. Thursday, 11.1 One of the biggest names in hip hop at one of my venues? Why yes, thank you. $25-$35. CIVIC MUSIC HALL, 135 S. BYRNE RD. 419-870-1898. INNOVATIONCONCERTS.COM
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NATALIE GRAY THE ARTS COMMISSION
FLYING PIG MUSIC FESTIVAL 4-10:30pm. Saturday, 9.8
Toledo School for the Arts is a cultural achor in Uptown and a parking lot party is the perfect way to invite the neighborhood into the utopia that is TSA. $10/ADULTS, $5/STUDENTS OVER 5 YEARS OLD, VIP IS $35, $50 FOR TWO. TOLEDO SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS, 333 14TH ST., 419-246-8732. TS4ARTS.ORG
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Natalie Gray s a recent graduate from the University of Toledo with a B.A. in Communication. Gray first got involved with The Arts Commission through volunteering for Artomatic 419! and the Art Loop. With a focus on creative nonprofits, her experience includes development work at Toledo School for the Arts as the Alumni Relations Liaison and a summer at The Toledo Museum of Art in the Special Events department. In 2016, Gray started on The Arts Commission’s Creative Placemaking team working to connect artists to neighborhood residents, fulfilling the objectives outlined by City of Toledo’s Strategic Plan for Arts and Culture. She also sits on the boards of Toledo SOUP, The Ohio Theatre, and the Toledo Museum of Art’s CIRCLE board.
TOLEDO FRINGE FEST
10:30am-midnight. Saturday, 9.29 This is the first ever Fringe Fest at the Collingwood Arts Center which is worth a visit if you’ve never been. I’m not sure what to expect and that’s why I’m so intrigued, hoping for the bizarre. $8-$40. COLLINGWOOD ARTS CENTER, 2413 COLLINGWOOD BLVD., 419-244-2787. TOLEDOFRINGEFEST.ORG
OCTOBER ART LOOP: HAUNTED HARVEST
This is the second year for Momentum and this year’s schedule of events is packed with accessible arts and culture activities for three days and it’s free!
Every third Thursday is my favorite day of the month because Art Loop activates Uptown and Downtown with arts and culture activities for all people all for FREE!
TIMES VARY. PROMENADE PARK, 250 WATER ST., 419-254-2787. MOMENTUMTOLEDO.ORG/SCHEDULE
5:30-9PM. DOWNTOWN TOLEDO. 419-254-2787. THEARTSCOMMISSION.ORG
DESIGN OF PROTEST 7-9pm. Saturday, 9.22
AIGA is inviting designers to submit signs of protest. Throughout history, revolutionary cries and iconic images echo after a movement fades and there is a true art to making an image that resonates. $5-$15. HANDMADE TOLEDO, 1717 ADAMS ST., 419-214-1717. TOLEDO.AIGA.ORG
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IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE
I’ve made it a tradition to volunteer for Maker’s Mart every year, spring and fall, and greet hundreds of people first thing in the morning. Investing directly in an artist for a handmade good is the best way to shop because it helps our economy and is more ethical than going to the mall and buying gifts made from exploited labor.
The Valentine Theater is a magical venue and they host a classic film series. If you’ve never seen the film or been to the Valentine, put them on your list. Plus, Jimmy Stewart is pretty hot.
10am-8pm. Saturday, 11.10
MOMENTUM
Thursday, 9.13 - Saturday, 9.15
MAKERS MART
HANDMADE TOLEDO, 1717 ADAMS ST., 419-214-1717. HANDMADETOLEDO.COM/ MAKERS-MART FREE
Thursday, 10.18
TSA CHOREOGRAPHY SHOWCASE
7pm. Thursday, 11.8
This is one of my favorite events from Toledo School for the Arts because this show features student choreographed works and they’re so talented. This is at the Ohio Theatre and Event Center, which is a gorgeous, historic gem in Toledo. $7, ADULTS. $5, STUDENTS/SENIORS. OHIO THEATRE AND EVENT CENTER, 3114 LAGRANGE ST., 419-246-8732X226. TS4ARTS.ORG
PORTRAITS OF TOLEDO STORY CIRCLE
7pm. Thursday, 11.29
The Toledo Museum of Art is hosting a series of events related to families and portraits tying in with the Frans Hals Exhibition opening in October. Storytelling is our oldest art form and takes many shapes. I am excited to see how we can use the museum to bring people together and share our human experiences.
7:30pm. Friday, 12.14
$5. 7:30PM. THE VALENTINE THEATRE, 410 ADAMS ST., 419-242-3490. VALENTINETHEATRE.COM
AHA! INDIAN DANCE
2pm. Saturday, 12.29
I will perform at the Peristyle during the Toledo Museum of Art’s Great Art Escape. I always say dance is a great way to learn about other cultures and last year I was lucky enough to call the show, meaning light and sound cues, in the glorious venue that is the Peristyle. It’s free! 2PM. TOLEDO MUSEUM OF ART, 2445 MONROE ST., 419-255-8000. TOLEDOMUSEUM.ORG FREE
7PM. TOLEDO MUSEUM OF ART, 2445 MONROE ST., 419-255-8000. TOLEDOMUSEUM.ORG FREE
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ERIN KANARY
NICK MORGAN GLASS CITY IMPROV
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spent the better part of a blurry decade studying at The Second City Conservatory and The iO Theater in Chicago. He went on to write and perform ‘Karl Lighter’s Hour of Power: 45 minutes that will change your life’ at Second City’s Skybox Theater, and played on multiple iO house ensembles and at The Playground Theater with his beloved Wing Night. Nick then ventured east and performed at the Washington Improv Theater in DC, while also teaching their level 5 Harold class. He currently teaches the Level 3 class with Glass City Improv; his first level 3 teacher in Chicago was Keegan-Michael Key...so, sorry in advance. He is tickled beyond Elmo’s grave to be teaching and performing in his native Toledo and is incredibly grateful to Erin, Diana, and everyone who has helped create our wonderful improv community.
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DIANA
is one of the co-founders of Glass City Improv (glasscityimprov.com) and teaches Level 2 on Tuesday nights in Studio A, as well as also teaching some workshops on advanced stuff. She also performs as part of Vice Chair (with Erin and Nick) at The Monthly, on the last Friday of each month in Studio A. Previously, Diana trained in improvisation at the UCB Theater, and with Armando Diaz at The Magnet Theater in NYC. She was a member of Foreplay, the host of Improdome! at the Peoples Improv Theater, has performed at the Chicago Improv Festival, the Del Close Marathon, and in the New York International Fringe Festival.
ERIN
studied improv and sketch writing at The Second City and iO Theater in Chicago and Planet Ant in Detroit. She has written and performed for SketchFest Chicago, snagged a writing award at the 2013 Mary Scruggs Works by Women Comedy Festival in Chicago, and was also featured in the Best of Second City sketch revue in 2014. She is a former house ensemble member of ComedySportz Detroit where she honed her short-form chops and played the occasional piano. Erin is currently the Level 1 instructor and proud member of Vice Chair improv troupe.
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GLASS CITY DONUT FESTIVAL
STORYTELLING SHOW AND CLASS
Because donuts are awesome and I love to eat them.
I’m hosting a storytelling show at the Art & Performance Center of West Toledo on October 11th and I’m also teaching a storytelling class on Saturday, October 6th at Studio A. If you’re a storyteller, hit me up to be in the show! Stories connect us all.
6-9pm. Friday, 8.31
$25. THE SHOPS AT FALLEN TIMBERS, 3100 MAIN ST., MAUMEE. 419-740-7080. FACEBOOK.COM/GLASSCITYDONUTFESTIVAL
BLACK SWAMP ARTS FESTIVAL Friday, 9.7 - Sunday, 9.9
ITS FREE! And live music. Plus, it’s like two blocks from my house. SHOW AND ACTIVITY TIMES VARY. DOWNTOWN BG, BLACKSWAMPFEST.ORG FREE
MODEST MOUSE
7:30pm. Wednesday, 9.26 So rare to get good (weird) rock bands here.
Saturday, 10.6 & Thursday, 10.11
ART & PERFORMANCE CENTER OF WEST TOLEDO, 2702 W. SYLVANIA AVE., 419-913-9010. FACEBOOK.COM/ APCWESTTOLEDO VALENTINE THEATRE STUDIO A, 410 ADAMS ST., 419-242-3490. VALENTINETHEATRE.COM
NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD 7:30pm. Friday, 10.19
The Valentine shows old movies and they’re doing this classic. I’m a big creep and love horror movies, so this is right up my alley.
$40-$50. STRANAHAN THEATER, 4645 HEATHERDOWNS BLVD., 1-888-381-7469. STRANAHANTHEATER.COM
$5. VALENTINE THEATRE STUDIO A, 410 ADAMS ST., 419-242-3490. VALENTINETHEATRE.COM
LIVE TAPING OF THE ALABASTER PEAKS PODCAST
10am-8pm. Saturday, 11.10
Friday, 9.21
This is definitely a Glass City Improv thing, but still, it’s gonna be a blast. I’ve been on the show before and I had so much fun. Plus there will be people in the audience who’ve also been on before and they’ll be chiming in.
MAKERS MART
I like buying beautiful and well made things from the people who made them. HANDMADE TOLEDO, 1717 ADAMS ST., 419-214-1717. HANDMADETOLEDO.COM/MAKERS-MART FREE
THE TOLEDO CRAFTSMAN’S GUILD CHRISTMAS GIFT FAIR
10am-5pm, Saturday, 11.24 & 11am-4pm, Sunday, 11.25
I like buying beautiful and well made things from the people who made them. LUCAS COUNTY RECREATION CENTER, 2901 KEY ST., MAUMEE. 419-842-1925. TOLEDOCRAFTSMANSGUILD.ORG FREE
WOOD COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY GALA
Saturday, 12.1
They’re doing a 1920s themed gala. Sounds like I’ll be having some bathtub gin!
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TIMES AND PRICES TBD. WOOD COUNTY HISTORICAL CENTER & MUSEUM, 13660 COUNTY HOME RD., BOWLING GREEN. 419-352-0967. WOODCOUNTYHISTORY.ORG
THE RUSSIAN BALLET
7:30pm. Wednesday, 1.9
I’ve been wanting to get more into seeing dance (a friend of mine is taking ballet classes) and since we should all prepare for our impending despotic Russian oligarch takeover, I want to be well versed in their cultural contributions. $29-$59. VALENTINE THEATRE, 410 ADAMS ST., 419-242-3490. VALENTINETHEATRE.COM
VALENTINE THEATRE, 410 ADAMS ST., 419-242-3490. VALENTINETHEATRE.COM
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MICHAEL DESANTO
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BAD ATOM STUDIOS, FILMTOLEDO
Silas Green (L) and Charles Wetzel Jr. (R), performers in The Untitled Improv Show hosted by Michael DeSanto (center).
I’m a local independent filmmaker and I’ve been involved in the Toledo film scene for the past 12 years. I do photography and videography with my business, Bad Atom Studios, and I write, direct, edit and produce independent film projects, often collaborating with other local filmmakers and production companies. I’m also the president and co-executive director of FilmToledo, a non-profit film commission dedicated to bringing outside film production companies and films to Toledo, and helping to promote the local film community. And every so often, I host The Untitled Improv Show, a live comedy show featuring local performers. Toledo’s film scene has grown so much over the last several years, and I’m really happy to be a part of it.
THE LEGEND OF HOLCOMB ROAD
SHORTS IN JANUARY
A local legend becomes a local film event, courtesy of Fostoria’s Capture 1 Studios. Bring the family for a spooky good time and stay for the bonus documentary featuring real stories behind the legend of haunted Holcomb Road.
Northwest Ohio’s coolest short film showcase is returning for a second year, featuring shorts from local filmmakers, prizes from local business sponsors, and a chance to network with the local filmmaking community.
$6. MAUMEE INDOOR THEATRE, 601 CONANT ST., MAUMEE. 419-701-7177. CAPTURE1ONLINE.COM
$5-$7. 6:30-10PM. MAUMEE INDOOR THEATRE, 601 CONANT ST., MAUMEE. 419-897-8902. MAUMEEINDOOR.COM
STRETCH’S MUSIC VIDEO RELEASE PARTY FOR THE SONG “KARMA”
GLASS CITY SCREENWRITERS MONTHLY MEETUPS
Over the last five years, local band Stretch has been stretching the boundaries of rock, rap, hip-hop and pop to create a unique sound. They’re putting on a special show to premiere their latest music video, “Karma”.
If you’re interested in writing for film and want to learn the tricks of the trade and hear about upcoming local film and writing projects, check out this free monthly event!
6pm & 8pm. Friday, 10.12
Friday, 10.12
TIME AND PRICE TBD. OTTAWA TAVERN, 1817 ADAMS ST. 419-725-5483. FACEBOOK.COM/WEARESTRETCH
Friday, 1.19
Every third Thursday of the month
6:30PM-8:30PM. OREGON BRANCH LIBRARY, 3340 DUSTIN RD., OREGON. 419-259-5250. GLASSCITYSCREENWRITERS.COM
4TH ANNUAL MAUMEE FILM FESTIVAL
Friday & Saturday, 9.28-9.29
Now in its fourth year, the Maumee Film Festival continues to grow. It features the best films that NW Ohio has to offer, networking events for filmmakers, tours of local studio facilities and so much more! $6/SINGLE DAY, $10/TWO-DAY. TIMES TBD. MAUMEE INDOOR THEATRE, 601 CONANT ST., MAUMEE. 419-897-8902. MAUMEEFILMFESTIVAL.COM
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ENJOY THE CITIES BEST BLOODY MARY BAR with your BREAKAST or LUNCH
Greek food is more than just lemon, oregano, gyros and feta. Taste a variety at the 48th annual Greek-American Festival. Not only will you get to enjoy homemade cuisine, you can learn the basic skills you need to make favorites, like Chicken Souvlakia, at home during the cooking demos held throughout the weekend. Enjoy Greek language and culture presentations, Greek dancing, music, performances, shopping, education and more. September 7-9. 11am-midnight, Friday. 2pm-midnight, Saturday. Noon-7pm, Sunday. $6 for adults on Friday-Saturday. $3 for adults on Sunday. Children 12 and under free with parent. Free admission from 11am-3pm on Friday. Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 740 Superior St., 419-243-9189. holytrinitytoledo.com. toledogreekfest.com
Trivia Monday 7p & 8p
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Go nuts for donuts
Donuts aren’t just for fall and apple orchards anymore. Savor the many flavors at the Glass City Donut Festival. Experience delectable donuts from all over Northwest Ohio and join local celeb judges to vote for your favorites. Samples from each vendor, and two coffees, are included in the ticket price. All proceeds benefit the American Cancer Society of NW Ohio, even more of a reason to indulge and to find your new favorite sweet treat. $25. 6-8pm. Friday, August 31. The Shops at Fallen Timbers. 3100 Main St. Maumee. facebook.com/GlassCityDonutFestival
Trivia Thursday 8p & 9p
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Wine down
Local wine expert Nicholas Kubiak will open your mind to the fruit of the vine with four specialized wine classes. First, on Tuesday, September 11, discover New York Wines during a historical look at a wine industry that began in the late 1660s. On Tuesday, September 25, Mitten Wines looks at Michigan winemaking, which was first recorded in 1679. November 6th Bordeaux is the focus and Perfect Holidays Wines are highlighted on November 20th, just in time for Thanksgiving. $25 per class for members. $37 per class for non-members. All classes run from 6:30-8:30pm and include tastings. Bring your own food for tastings. The Franciscan Center of Lourdes University, 6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania. 419-517-8950. Lourdes.edu
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Local Freshness Dining Farm to Table By Erin Marsh
The American Heart Association, Northwest Ohio Chapter, is hosting a Farm To Table event to promote the economic and health benefits of buying local and eating fresh. The event, Sunday, September 16 from 5-8 pm at The Stables in Whitehouse, begins with a cocktail hour and a farmer’s showcase with the “farm to table” dinner and silent auction beginning at 6:00 pm. Fowl and Fodder will cater the event, sourcing food from local farms, including Pettisville Meats, Anderson Farms, Riehm Farms, Eshleman Orchard, and That One Farmer Guy. Cadie Jardin, registered dietician and supporter of local food producers explains the importance that eating fresh and buying local has for her and her family, summarizing, “I buy local because it forces me and my family to eat better, and it allows me to teach my kids where food comes from.” Jardin continues, “Buying local helps reduce waste because we feel a sense of obligation to eat what we have because we know our farmer, and we understand how hard it is to grow things.” She jokes, “Plus, my toddler will try any veggie if he knows ‘farmer Kurt’ [from Shared Legacy Farms] grew it!”
Reducing waste
Buying local reduces waste from packaging and transportation as well.
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It keeps money in the local community, maintains jobs and supports other local businesses. The economic benefits are indisputable. Eating local, fresh produce generally means the food is free of pesticides and preservatives, and eating seasonal produce provides improved nutrition and a well-balanced diet. Kerri Rochelle, AHA Development Director, expounds, “We live in quite an area in Northwest Ohio that offers exceptional agriculture and unmatched expertise, [and from that], the idea of the Farm to Table event emerged.” “If we look at the current health in our community in Northwest Ohio, 83% of people do not consume enough fruits and vegetables,” adds Jessica Hover, American Heart Association Development Director. “Heart disease and stroke are the number 1 and number 5 killers of all Americans. Locally, these diseases combined claim the lives of more than 5,000 individuals each year. We have to address these statistics through educational community events and additional funding for local research.” The Farm Bureau, Fulton and Williams County Economic Development Offices, CIFT, Farmers and Merchants State Bank and the Maumee Growers Association are leading the Farm to Table event. Farm to Table Dinner and Silent Auction $100. 5-8pm. Sunday, September 16. The Stables, 11781 Obee Rd., Whitehouse. sites.google.com/view/ northwestohiofarmtotable/home
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Culinary Events Thursday, 8.30
Cake/Cupcake Toppers & More Our Studio with olive m’lou
If you’re more of a baker than a chef, check out this fun class where attendees will make colorful toppers for cakes and cupcakes, along with tasty surprise balls. $30. 7-9pm. 3142 Markway. 734-751-2698. facebook.com/unleashingyourcreativity
Canning, Pesto and Fresh Mozzarella The Guesthouse
Join Syd and Diane at their engaging class where you’ll learn how to can tomatoes, jams and pickle relish, and how to make fresh mozzarella and pesto. $85 with pH tester, mortar and pestle to take home, $65 without. 6-8pm. 120-122 W. Indiana Ave., Perrysburg. 419-882-1231. sydanddianes.com
Saturday, 9.1
Latino Quesadilla Making Toledo Public Libraries
Celebrate Hispanic heritage by making your own quesadillas. Staff from the Sofia Quintero Arts and Cultural Center will lead this class and will experiment using non-traditional ingredients. Various times and branches. 419-259-5200. toledolibrary.org Free
All Night White Party Rasa Restaurant
Dress in your best ‘whites’ and stop by for music, drinks, hors d’oeuvres and a special dinner. Live music by the Overton Project. Complimentary Sunday brunch included. $35-$125. 6pm-midnight. 2633 W. Bancroft. 419-725-0525. rasatoledo.com
Tastings Wednesday, 8.29
Summer in Italy: Vino on the Veranda Zia’s
While sipping on the summery tastes of Italian red and white wines, enjoy the beautiful view of downtown outside on the patio. Chef Sonny will provide appetizers and desserts and Jody Rodkey from Heidelberg Distributing Co. will guide through the pairings. Reservations required. $39.95. 6-9pm. 20 Main St. at the Docks. 888-456-3463. ziasrestaurant.com
Thursday, 8.30
Dog Days of Summer Bottle Shop at Mancy’s Italian
Bring your small or medium size four-legged friend to the shop’s “paw-tio” party. Enjoy a glass of wine while your dog enjoys toys provided by Thayer Chevrolet. Prices vary. 5:30pm-7:30pm. 5453 Monroe St. 419-824-2463. mancys.com/#bottleshop
Friday, 8.31
End of Summer Deals Walt Churchill’s Market
Free Sample Saturdays Super Suppers
Stop by the shop for food samples and learn how to save time and money when it comes to grocery shopping, and make your meals for the week. Registration required. Sampling is free, entree prices vary. Noon-1pm. 7015 Lighthouse Way, Suite 100, Perrysburg. 419-872-6325. suppersuppers.com
Friday, 9.7
Annual Pig Roast Sofia Quintero Art & Cultural Center
Indulge in a traditional pig roast and Puerto Rican food while enjoying a cash bar, music and games. The brick oven outside will also be open to make personal pizzas. $15/adults, $7/kids 11 and under, $12/seniors and students. 5:30-8:30pm. 1225 Broadway St. 419-241-1655. sqacc.org
Saturday, 9.8
Earth to Table: Chefs Cara Mangini and Sarah Black Culinary Vegetable Institute
Both authors will speak to guests on their inspiration and source of ingredients when it comes to preparation and cooking. This vegetableheavy dinner will also include delicious breads, flatbreads and crackers from heritage grains. $120. 6:30pm. 12304 Mudbrook Rd., Milan. 419-499-7500. culinaryvegetableinstitute.com
Saturday, 9.1
Larry’s Favorite Picks Walt Churchill’s Market
The market’s wine department aficionado and amateur chef, Larry Loutzenhiser will present his favorite selections for you to try. Prices vary. 2-6pm. 3320 Briarfield Blvd., Maumee. 419-794-4000. Waltchurchillsmarket.com
Friday, 9.7
Tasting from the Rhone Walt Churchill’s Market
It is said that some of the best wines are found by the Rhone River. Taste these area selections and see for yourself. Prices vary. 4-7pm. 26625 Dixie Hwy., Perrysburg. 419-872-6900. waltchurchillsmarket.com
Monday, 9.10
Bordeaux Wine Tasting Plat8
Revel in a fine dining experience enjoying dinner prepared by Chef Anthony with courses paired with five Bordeaux wines. Ann Kisin from Vintage Wines will be the featured guest speaker. $60. 6:30-9:30pm. 4330 Central Ave. 419-214-0370. plat8toledo.com
End summer on a warm note by taking advantage of the end of the season deals on wine selections. Try them before you buy them. Prices vary. 4-7pm. 26625 Dixie Hwy., Perrysburg. 419-872-6900. Waltchurchillsmarket.com
Oktoberfest at the Bottle Shop Bottle Shop at Mancy’s Italian
Have a taste of German culture with German beer and wine flights. Prices vary. 2-8pm. 5453 Monroe St. 419-824-2463. mancys.com/#bottleshop
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CITY PAGES Reminders of “The Glass City” By Erin Holden
Consider glass skyscrapers, massmanufactured glass bottles, and space suits. These things have something in common: they are all innovations made possible by Toledo glass companies. Barbara Floyd, author of The Glass City: Toledo and the Industry That Built It (2015), recently retired as director of the University of Toledo’s Ward M. Canaday Center for Special Collections, where she spent 31 years studying documents telling the story of Toledo’s impact on the glass industry. To mark the 200th anniversary of the founding of the company that became Libbey Glass, Floyd has put together a lecture series at the Libbey House to educate Toledoans about the city’s history and to raise money for the home’s preservation. The first of the six lectures in the series is on September 6.
Glass Innovations
“What I found in my research was that many things we accept as everyday items are Toledo glass company innovations,” Floyd said. Her lecture will focus on these innovations. “For example, the invention of fiberglass, which today is everywhere. That was a product developed by Owens-Illinois which spun off and became a company, Owens Corning Fiberglass.”
Floyd asks, “What would the world look like without glass skyscrapers?” The thermal-paned windows invented by Libbey-Owens-Ford made the construction technique possible. “When you drive around any major city today, and you see a skyscraper built in the 60s, 70s, or 80s – that is an innovation that came from Toledo.” The proliferation of soft drink companies was made possible by the uniform production of glass bottles, an innovation that began in Toledo, Floyd said. It meant that the bottles could be mass produced and filled quickly. “Glass jars used for everything from pickles to mayonnaise, are all things that came out of that automation,” Floyd said. “The Toledo company Owens-Corning made the fabric used for space suits. They allowed men to go to the moon. There are many things to be proud of, and I hope that people revisit those ties with the lectures.”
Uncovering Our Story
Floyd sees the lecture series as an opportunity for people to have a discussion about their city’s history and its significance today. It is meant to be reminiscent of a Victorian salon, where people like the Libbeys would gather to discuss the ideas of the day.
PHOTO CREDIT: WARD M. CANADAY CENTER FOR SPECIAL COLLECTIONS, THE UNIVERSITY OF TOLEDO.
Through the Looking Glass
Laminated safety windshield glass developed by Libbey-Owens-Ford became standard in automobiles by the 1930s. Now retired for six months, Floyd is ready to delve again into Toledo’s history. Besides being a board member of the Libbey House Foundation, she does consulting work for the city using historical records, and will be teaching a class at UT in the spring about Toledo history.. She said, “It’s not just learning history. It’s learning how to be a historian.” Her life’s work has been “uncovering these stories,” according to Floyd. “Finding these stories hidden in our history is fun and, when you
come across that one document that no one has understood the importance of before, it’s just an exhilarating experience. To be able to write a book or give a lecture about those documents is the greatest joy of my life.” $10 per lecture or $50 for the full series. Libbey House. 2008 Scottwood Ave. 419-252-0722. Libbeyhouse.com.
BOOK NOTES Back in old country A tale of immigration, romance, deceit and faith, Toledoan Genevieve Geha Kirkbride’s debut novel Carmen is an artful and compelling story of coming to America. Beginning in Lebanon in 1888, travelling to Syria in the 1930s, and finally arriving in Toledo in 1946, Carmen centers around the scandal of a prominent Catholic family in Damascus and a young girl’s love for a mysterious American man. Hear more about the novel Kirkbride has spent a decade making during the book release and reading of Carmen. 5:30pm. Saturday, September 8. Gathering Volumes, 196 E. S. Boundary, Perrysburg. 567-336-6188. Gatheringvolumes.com Free
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America’s 100 best-loved novels What does your favorite book say about you? What does America’s favorite books say about us as a nation? Ponder this question and explore the diverse experiences and ideas that make our nation great during The Great American Read Party. Using the list of 100 books from the PBS series “The Great American Read,” this all-ages celebration features community members reading from their favorite books, the PBS show, literary-themed mocktails, and more. 7-9pm. Friday, September 7. Way Public Library, 101 E. Indiana Ave., Perrysburg. 419-874-3135. Waylibrary.info Free
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FILM NOTES Nyuk, nyuk, nyuk
What’s your favorite joke from The Three Stooges? Not sure? Why not borrow one from Curly— “I’m trying to think, but nothing happens!” Refresh the memories of some of Moe, Curly, and Larry’s best one-liners and physical comedy during the Three Stooges FIlm Festival. Catch seven Stooges short films— including Cookoo Cavaliers and Violence is the word for Curly— on the big screen during this extravaganza, strictly for knuckleheads. The show runs about two hours, Friday, August 31 through Thursday, September 6. Times and prices vary throughout the day. Phoenix Theatres, 2121 N. Monroe St., Monroe, MI. 734-457-3456. Phoenixmovies.net
Bouquet of orchids
Adapting isn’t easy, but it’s required for survival. But what about when we choose to adapt instead of surviving? Director and screenwriter Charlie Kaufman took the risk with the 2002 metafilm, Adaptation, which he was certain would tank his career. The film centers on the struggle of adapting a screenplay that’s based on the experience of adapting a book, Adaptation. Probably more confusing to make than it is to explain, but that isn’t saying much. Spike Jonze directed, Nicolas Cage stars (among a star-studded cast). The film won multiple awards, and the Writers Guild of America named Kaufman’s screenplay the 77th best movie screenplay ever written. See the TMA screening at 7pm. Friday, September 14. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St., 419-255-8000. Toledomuseum.org Free
Solving the ‘Toxic Puzzle’ Film explores health effects of algae By Jeff McGinnis
Dr. Paul Alan Cox, ethnobiologist, who has known Toxic Puzzle director Bo Landin for over 25 years. Beginning five years ago, Toledo residents became intimately familiar with summer algae blooms that blanket Lake Erie. The 2014 algae crisis left millions without drinkable water for days while periodic news reports continue to examine the lake’s water. But algal blooms are not confined to Lake Erie, as the long-term health impact has long been a focus and concern of environmental scientists. The discovery of a link between blue-green algae— more accurately referred to as cyanobacteria— and diseases like ALS, Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s was announced in a 2016 study. The process of establishing this link is the focus of the film Toxic Puzzle, to be screened on September 12 at the Toledo Museum of Art’s Peristyle.
A global problem
“[Toledoans] know about the algae blooms of Lake Erie. And they may think of that as an annual, local thing, but it is actually a global thing. And our film is following the scientists that look at this around the world. And we’re trying to look at situations and what they can learn,” said Bo Landin, director of Toxic Puzzle. “It is not a film about algae blooms in themselves. It is a film about scientists connecting serious illnesses to the blooms.” For Landin, who has spent years as an environmental journalist and botanist, the production of Toxic Puzzle was a bit of a gamble. Having worked in newspapers and television production around the world, he often took interest in developing stories on environmental issues. One day, his friend Dr. Paul Alan Cox— the scientist at the core of the cyanobacteria research— told him what he was currently working on. “At the time, Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s were not part of it, it was ALS. And I said, ‘Gee, Paul, this is a fantastic story. Someone needs to document it. We need to follow what you’re doing.’
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“At that point, now about six years ago, there were no results. There [was] an inkling, an idea in his head that there was this connection. And I said, ‘We should document what you’re doing now around the world.’”
Limiting agreement
The only problem was, Cox was adamant that scientific procedure be observed— nothing could be released until he had published his results. That included any film footage that Landin would capture. Landin agreed, but that made pitching his film idea to miscellaneous production companies… difficult. “I said, ‘I don’t know what the film is going to be about. I don’t have a budget. And I don’t know when I’m done. Do you want to be part of it?’ It is an impossible pitch.. . But I decided, with my wife Maryanne, to document this on our own.” The end result is a fascinating film that documents a genuine scientific mystery, and the scientists who worked tirelessly to solve it. And though it took over five years for Cox’ study to be published — and thus even longer for Toxic Puzzle to come together— for Landin, the process was clearly worth it. “It was a gamble from a journalistic point of view— it was a gamble that paid off. We could have ended up with 80 hours of interviews and material worth nothing at the end of the day. But obviously, there was a story that is really important to tell.” ‘Toxic Puzzle’ will be screened at 7pm on Wednesday, September 12 at the Peristyle at the Toledo Museum of Art. The film will be followed by a Q&A session with both director Bo Landin and Dr. Paul Alan Cox. Admission is free. For more information, visit toledomuseum.org.
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Actor and stand-up comic Jordan Rock brings down the house. Having starred on FX’s “Totally Biased” and “Gotham Comedy Live”, NBC’s “Last Comic Standing”, the feature film, “San Bernardino Bound” and Netflix’s series, “Love”, Rock brings his charisma and charm to Perrysburg. Look for Jordan as High Guy on Comedy Central’s show “Drunk Girl” scheduled for this fall, or better yet, go see him live and in person. $15. 7:30 & 10pm, Friday, August 31. 7pm & 10pm, Saturday, September 1. Toledo Funny Bone, 6140 Levis Commons Blvd., Perrysburg. 419-931-3474. toledo.funnybone.com
Rising stars
Local performers fill the sidewalks of Levis Commons at Buskers on the Boulevard, as every Sunday during September, street performers will showcase their raw skills for tips. From singing to dancing and guitar playing to hula hooping, there’s a diversity of entertainment anyone can enjoy. Interested in performing? Fill out a sign-up sheet online. 4-6pm Sundays starting September 9. The Town Center at Levis Commons, 3201 Levis Commons Blvds., Perrysburg. 419-931-8888. “Buskers on the Boulevard” event on Facebook. Free
(L-R) Andrew Packard and Lane Hakel as Gabe and his father Wyatt in rehearsals for Things My Mother Taught Me.
Mothers’ Lessons Parental advice takes the stage By Jeff McGinnis
It’s already a stressful day for Olivia and Gabe. They’ve just moved across the country to a new apartment in Chicago— the first time they’ve lived together. They’re struggling to get everything unloaded into their new place. And then, suddenly, the parents show up. As in, all of them— both his and hers. Now an already exhausting day is filled with more distractions, advice and probably a few headaches. This is the premise for Things My Mother Taught Me by Katherine DiSalvo, a play that finds some genuinely touching things to say about family and love, with plenty of laughs along the way. The show opens on September 7 at the Village Players Theatre on Upton Avenue for a two week run.
Classic comedy
“It is a very funny love story, classic romantic comedy with a modern twist,” said director Dave Nelms. “It’s a tale of how different generations perceive the things their mothers taught them about romance and commitment.”
Things My Mother Taught Me, first performed in 2013, was first encountered by Nelms who submitted the play himself to the Village Players for consideration. “I read the script, and really liked it. It’s a really funny show, cute, sweet, a good date night kind of thing,” Nelms said. “It’s [about] how different generations perceive a romantic relationship differently and how, in the end, it’s really the same.”
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The cast has been rehearsing since late June, with Marissa Rex and Andrew Packard playing Olivia and Gabe, while their parents are portrayed by area theater veterans Suzanne and John Jennens, Lane Hakel and Carol Ann Erford.
“I think we’re all gelling pretty well,” Nelms said. “We can understand the differences. The parents are from the baby boomer generation, and the young folks are in their late 20s, early 30s. So, I think we can understand, you want your child to grow up and meet the right person, and take their time and not rush into a relationship. But, in the end, you want your daughter or your son to be happy. You know, to find the right person and to be happy. It’s just how they go about doing it.”
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That feeling of self-discovery is key to the message Nelms said he hopes his audiences takes away. “I would like the audience to come away with the idea that we all want what’s best for our children, but maybe they do need a little bit of flexibility to find their own way.” $20, general. $18, seniors and students. September 7-8 & 13-15. 8pm, Thursday-Saturday. 2pm, Sunday. The Village Players Theatre, 2740 Upton Ave., 419-472-6817. Villageplayers.org
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‘Human’ and ‘Nature’ Become ‘Human Nature’ TMA’s Sights and Sounds By Deanna Woods
“Adopt the pace of nature: her secret is patience.” - Ralph Waldo Emerson
Street, James Nares, 2011. View this work in a walled-off space in the gallery, and experience the sense of sight and sound. light bulbs for the past 80 plus years. When the museum transitioned to LED lighting (thanks to human technological advances) the storage space was no longer needed. Two. New media as an art form has been growing in acceptance for quite some time—significantly since the ‘90s. The museum has been acquiring a large collection of these works, but has not had an opportunity to share them with the public. For example, a recent acquisition—a segmented video time-lapse work by David Hockney titled Woldgate Woods (2010)—was purchased in 2017 by the museum and has remained unseen until now. Paired with a 1914 winterscape housed in the general collection, old has patiently waited for its chance to meet the new.
Woldgate Woods, David Hockney, 2010. Video installation in nine panels. Natural patience comes alive in the newly remodeled wing of the Toledo Museum of Art (TMA), housing the recently opened Sight and Sounds: Art, Nature and the Senses exhibit, open through February, 2019. During an hour spent with TMA Director of Collections Halona NortonWestbrook, she considered the ways we, as humans, are nature itself. We so often separate ourselves as something ‘other than,’ but our senses not only allow us to experience nature, they actually make us one with nature. Removed from the natural world in a technological age, it becomes difficult to appreciate the beauty of daily ‘happenings.’ Sights and Sounds hosts new media—three anchoring video works, light installations, time-lapse photos and more—as well as a number of traditional media works from the permanent collection, creating a space to capture these daily happenings. The beautiful
elements of nature, which artists traditionally embrace, cannot overlook the destructive force, as well.
Become unremoved
Walking through the exhibit the thought appeared: beavers build dams and structures out of wood to live in, to contain their environment and keep their young safe, and this is considered nature. And humans also build structures out of wood, a house, and we assume that, although necessary for our existence, it impedes nature and takes up space. Why? Nature’s secret is patience, and this theme envelopes the exhibition on two levels. One. The gallery space— beautiful, open, and supremely designed— is newly refurbished. An empty, roughedout space since the original building’s construction in 1933, the gallery has been patiently awaiting completion. The gallery space has held the TMA’s
Mixed media by Monir Shahroudy Farmanfarmaian, Iranian.
Praise every work!
The remainder of the works, all delicately and purposefully placed, successfully address the relationship humans have with nature. A work by NYC artist Ali Taylor, owned by the TMA and typically held in the Wolfe Gallery, shows a post-apocalyptic scene by way of inlaid wood renderings, a Renaissance technique, the existence of humanity, evident without an actual human presence represented. Many pieces are displayed before reaching the final work, James Nare’s 61 minute video, Street, capturing the hustle and bustle of an NYC streetscape, slowed to allow the viewer to take in information which would normally be missed. A soundtrack by the founder of Sonic Youth plays in the background, making the work magical and mesmerizing. Yes, we are nature. We are in our ‘natural’ habitat, and we miss what that means, on a daily basis.
P.G. #9 (i see what i see), Joseph Kosuth (a Toledo native), 1991. TMA owns this work, and it welcomes gallery visitors as the first visible piece.
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Friday, 9.7
Artist’s Reception: Lydia Horvath
The Art of Seeing Art - Explore new
View the incredible artwork of Lydia Ferguson Horvath, and listen to poetry and other works created by fellow artists based on her artwork. $5 donation. 6-9pm. Art & Performance Center of West Toledo, 2702 W. Sylvania Ave. 419-913-9010. toledopoet.com
Pastel Workshop - Learn how to create a
beautiful landscape using pastel with instructor Mary Jane, who will lead you through a series of exercises covering composition, color, and technique for painting with pastel. All levels welcome. $45. Noon-4pm. The Art Supply Depo, 29 S. Saint Clair St. 419-720-6462. artsupplydepo.com
perspectives and challenge interpretation of the galleries through details inside the museum during this public tour. 7-8pm. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free
Sidewalk Sideshow - The Red Bird Art Walk will feature a summer sidewalk sale, sidewalk chalk drawings, live music, art exhibits and food specials. Celebrate the grand re-opening of the Sylvania Library, too. Noon-9pm. Downtown Sylvania. 419-885-8381. redbirdarts.org Free
Since 1993, downtown Bowling Green’s Black Swamp Arts Festival has been an area favorite. The free, three-day event is 100% volunteer-run, featuring music, arts, food, and fun. The family-friendly festival will feature over 150 juried artist exhibits, youth artists, chalk art, as well as three separate music stages with entertainment from all genres. This year’s headliners include Birds of Chicago, Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe, Radio Free Honduras, Tree No Leaves, and more. September 7-9. Friday: music from 5pm-midnight. Saturday: art shows from 10am-6pm, and music from noon-midnight. Sunday: art shows and music from 11am-5pm. Downtown Bowling Green. blackswampfest.org Free
Strange narratives
From the personal, to the political, the extraordinary and the mundane, everyone has a story. Contemplate the effects of individual stories and identities during the next Fuller Art House exhibit, Invoking Narratives, featuring sculptor Carolyn Reed Barritt and painter Michael Komala. Barritt considers the impact of man through her otherworldly sculptures as abstracted landscapes obstifcute the line between the natural and imaginary worlds. Komala looks at daily life, reflecting on the impact of rhythm and repetition on personal meaning. September 7 through October 3. Fuller Art House, 5679 Main St., Sylvania. 419-882-8949. Fullerarthouse.com Free
Saturday, 9.8 Art in the Park - Browse and shop work of all mediums from local and regional arts and craftspeople, as well as live demonstrations and a silent auction benefiting the Lake Erie Islands Nature and Wildlife Center. 10am-5pm. DeRivera Park, 2 Bayview Ave., Put-in-Bay. 419-285-2832. visitputinbay.com Free Intro to Watercolors - Create an original
Supervised Indie Pottery - Continue
working on individual projects while having any questions answered and guidance if needed. Must have taken the 577 Adult Pottery class. Register in advance, space is limited. $18. 5-7pm. The 577 Foundation, 577 E. Front St., Perrysburg. 419-874-4174. 577foundation.org
piece to take home after learning foundational watercolor painting methods, how to use various brushes and controlling flow of water and paint on paper. $30. 3-5pm. Handmade Toledo, 1717 Adams St. 419-214-1717. handmadetoledo.com
Abstracts with Julie Draeger - Julie will guide students through a step-by-step process with eight tips to make abstract art easier. All supplies included. $50. 6-8pm. 5679 Main St., Sylvania. 419-882-8949. fullerarthouse.com
True American art
What comes to mind when you think of “American art?” While some imagine modern aesthetics, historically informed by Western and European art, American art preceded that. Discover the artistry of Native American peoples during Lourdes University’s Lifelong Learning class, American Indian Art with Jamie Oxendine. A member of the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina, professional educator, musician, writer, storyteller, civil rights activist and director of the Black Swamp InterTribal Foundation, Oxendine will discuss the art of of Southeastern Woodland cultures, as well as the arts and crafts of tribes from across the continent. $59 for Lifelong Learning members. $71 for non-members. Wednesdays from 10-11:30am, September 5-October 10. To register, please call 419-824-3707. The Franciscan Center of Lourdes University, 6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania. 419-517-8950. Lourdes.edu
Igniting Change
Bowling Green State University, University of Toledo, Contemporary Art Toledo, Owens Community College, and the Toledo Museum of Art host SculptureX 2018: Igniting Change, an annual midwest symposium, from Friday, September 28 to Saturday, September 29. Hear from award-winning artist, Laurie Jo Reynolds, and lauded installation artist Mel Chin (pictured left), who’s sculpture, Two Me, will be on display at the Toledo Museum of Art’s Monroe Street entrance beginning in September. The two-day event includes six exhibitions, presentations by noted artists, evening networking events, and guided tours of Toledo Museum of Art, University of Toledo Center for the Visual Arts, and Bowling Green State University’s Dorothy Uber Bryan Gallery. Details and registration information available at CAtoledo.org/SculptureX
Saturday, 9.1 Single Canvas or Partner Paint
Spread the love by painting a heart piece, either by yourself or bring a date to span it over two canvases. $65. 7-9:30pm. Uncork the Artist, 5380 Monroe St. 419-383-2484. uncorktheartist.com
Sunday, 8.2 Art in the Bar: Booze & Buy - The spotlight shines on four local artists as their work is on display for sale. Drink some cocktails while you check out the art pieces. 2-6pm. Rhouse Bar, 5534 Secor Rd. 419-984-5011. toledorhouse.com Free
Tuesday, 9.4 Alebrije Painting - Celebrate Hispanic heritage with the Sofia Quintero Arts and Cultural Center by painting your own wooden animal with Mexican alebrije styles. Multiple library locations and times. See online. toledolibrary.org Free
Wednesday, 9.5 Lourdes Lifelong Learning: American Indian Art - Explore the artistry of Native
American peoples with Jamie Oxendine’s new book that focuses on the art of Southeastern Woodland cultures. This class will examine the arts and crafts of tribes from across the continent. $59/members, $71/non-members. 10-11am. Meets every Wednesday through October 16. Lourdes University, 6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania. 419-824-3707. lourdes.edu/lifelong
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HeartWorks “Fun” Day - Help others in need by knitting, crocheting, sewing and quilting projects to be donated to organizations and mission teams across Ohio. 10am-3pm. Toledo Calvary, 1360 Conant St., Maumee. 419-893-2171.facebook.com/ theheartworksproject Free
Sunday, 9.9 Art in the Garden - Artist’s clubs at the
Toledo Botanical Garden will be open for visitors to view displays and shop sales of work from local artists. 11am-4pm. Artist Village at Toledo Botanical Garden, 5403 Elmer Dr. 419-902-6800. artvillage419.org Free
Fluid Acrylic Pouring - This workshop teaches students the techniques, tips and tricks of acrylic pouring to create your own original piece. $45. Noon-1:30pm. Art Supply Depo, 29 S. Saint Clair St. 419-720-6462. artsupplydepo.com
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Meeting the new musical director By Sarah Emily
Now in its 75th season, the Toledo Symphony welcomes new musical director Alain Trudel. With a long and brilliant career in the arts as a conductor, composer, and concert trombonist, Trudel began with TSO in July. As musical director, he is obligated to both the musicians and the audience. Trudel explains, “The daily job of being music director is about getting people enthusiastic about the orchestra and what it represents in our community. We have the ability to bring music and peace to people. . . the opportunity to disconnect from the rest of the world and spend some true quality time with yourself. The activity I particularly cherish is preparing our fine orchestra, making music together on stage, and sharing it with our public. It’s about the happiness we can bring and the moments that we share together.” TSO plans a musical season, with fun family concerts, like this year’s Halloween “Spooktacular,” as well as Masterworks Concerts such as “Nordic Air,”
for the cold in January, and the Pops Series, which welcomes Queen Latifah and others to perform with members of the orchestra. Trudel’s main programming focus is “ ...making sure that American—especially women composers—are increasingly performed on our main series concerts.”
Life as an artist
As a composer, Trudel has written and arranged countless pieces for film, television and radio, orchestras, chamber ensembles and theatre productions. Alain, himself a concert Trombonist, has been playing the instrument since he was 12 years old, growing up in Montreal. Trudel’s career often takes him abroad. “ I just completed a 16-day tour of recitals and master classes throughout Europe—visiting Berlin, Rostock, Hannover, Amsterdam and Trossingen. I witnessed some great musicianship, and it is always a pleasure to perform in Europe.”
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Harmonious chords
A season begins
The new director will be honored at a debut concert at the Peristyle, showcasing works sure to highlight Trudel’s impressive style, including Beethoven’s moving 5th Symphony. Alain had this to say about joining TSO, “I am incredibly fortunate to arrive in a situation where the organization has done fantastic work. We have a great team and fabulous players dedicated to the city. In this era of immediate gratification, it is good to have opportunities to take a moment to relent, be in communion, and share our humanity “live.” Trudel’s Debut Concert: 8pm. Friday September 21 and Saturday September 22. $25-$60. TMA Peristyle, 2455 Monroe St. 419-246-8000. toledosymphony.org and alaintrudel.com
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PSYCHEDELIC WEEKEND 8.7-8.9 / GRAND RAPIDS, OH
WED, AUG 29 Cock n Bull: Danny Mettler (acoustic, covers) Durty Bird: Jeff Tucker (acoustic, covers) Frankie’s: Lil Debbie, Whitney Peyton (rap/hip hop, dance) Sodbuster’s: Ragtime Rick & His Chefs of Dixieland (big band, swing) Village Idiot: Andrew Ellis (acoustic, songwriter)
THURS, AUG 30 Cock n Bull: Captain Sweet Shoes (acoustic, covers) Durty Bird: Boyd & Potts (acoustic, covers) Frankie’s: Buried Above Ground, Pythian, Harrowsfield (hard/rock) Hollywood Casino: Modern Hollows (rock) Howard’s BG: Open Stage Night (open mic) Ottawa Tavern: Jake Pilewski (acoustic, songwriter) Toledo Botanical Jazz in the Garden: Soulhustle Band Summer might be crawling to a stop but there are plenty more days to relax in the outdoors. Spend an evening at Toledo Botanical listening to the sounds of the jazz fusion ensemble, Soulhustle. $10. 6:40-8:30pm. Toledo Botanical, 5403 Elmer Dr. 419-536-5566. toledogrows.org (jazz, pop/soul) Free
FRI, AUG 31 Bar 145: 56 Daze (pop/rock, covers) Barr’s Public House: Andrew Ellis (acoustic, covers) Blarney: Replication Theory (rock, covers) Bronze Boar: Decent Folk (rock/jamband) Centennial Terrace: Night Session (swing, big band) Cock n Bull: Barile & May, Distant Cousinz (acoustic) (pop/rock, covers) Dorr St. Cafe: Lady K & JBone (pop/soul, covers) Durty Bird: Chole & The Steel Strings (country, rock) Fleetwood’s: Stella, Manley & Beagle (acoustic, songwriter) Frankie’s: End of the Summer Blowout (various) Howard’s BG: Human Juicebox, City of the Dead, Atomica, Teamonade (various) Majestic Oak: Acoustic Distant Cousinz (acoustic, covers) Ottawa Tavern: Bliss Nova, Whisper Disco, Summer School, The Candescents, Grubby Paws Third Street Cigar: Oliver Hazard Day w/Oliver Hazard, Violent Bloom, Vester Frey Waterville festival celebrating craft beer and hometown heros, Oliver Hazard, as they embark on a nationwide tour. $10. 7-11pm. 3rd St. & Farnsworth Rd., Waterville. 419-441-0020. olihazard.com Toledo Museum of Art: Skip Turner Band (blues, rock) Village Idiot: House Band, Day Drinkers (rock)
SAT, SEPT 1 Bar 145: Imposters in Effect (Beastie Boys Tribute) Blarney: Cap Guns (rock, covers) BrandyWine CC: Acoustics on the Patio w/Chris (acoustic, covers)
Civic Music Hall: Dean Ford & the Beautiful Ones Everyone misses the legend and the love of Prince. Maybe seeing a tribute concert will make everyone feel better? Dancing will! $15-$18. 8pm-midnight. 135 S. Byrne Rd. 419-870-1898. thebeautifulonesband.com (Prince Tribute) Cock n Bull: Skittle Bots (pop/rock, covers) Durty Bird: Athens Wheeler (rock) Frankie’s: The Flats, Shitty Neighbors, Whale Bones, Outside, My Hated Friend (alternative/rock) Hollywood Casino: Lepolion Effect (pop/soul, covers) Majestic Oak: Ohio Rt. 64 (acoustic, covers) Ottawa Tavern: Ben Stalets, Vester Frey, Civil Hands and more (folk/rock, songwriter) (various) Sobuster’s: Bobby May (acoustic/rock) Table 44: Where’s John (rock, covers) UT: Kentucky Chrome (rockabilly) Village Idiot: Justin Cody Fox (folk, songwriter)
SUN, SEPT 2 Adams Street Block Party: DJs at Georgjz’s, Wesley’s, Manhattan’s, House of Dow, and The Attic See our On the Radar. (various) Cock n Bull: Blues Jam (open mic) Durty Bird: Galen Bundy Trio (pianist, jazz/modern) Hollywood Casino: Thomas McClary (The Commodores) (soul/motown) Village Idiot: Bob Rex (jazz/rock)
MON, SEPT 3 Village Idiot: Frank May (acoustic/rock) BrandyWine CC: Acoustics on the Patio w/Abigale (acoustic, covers)
TUES, SEPT 4 Durty Bird: Eric Brazier & the Truth (rock/jam, songwriter) Village Idiot: Bobby May (acoustic/rock)
WED, SEPT 5 Cock n Bull: Danny Mettler (acoustic, covers) Local Thyme: Picking Kelly (acoustic, covers) Village Idiot: Andrew Ellis (acoustic, songwriter)
THURS, SEPT 6 Barr’s Public House: Picking Kelly (acoustic, covers) Civic Music Hall: Gaelic Storm (Irish folk/rock) Cock n Bull: Captain Sweet Shoes (acoustic, covers) Durty Bird: Chefs of Dixieland (big band/swing) Hensville Park: Montgomery Gentry, Dillon Carmichael (country, songwriter) Hollywood Casino: Max Boyle (acoustic, songwriter) Howard’s BG: Telethon, Teamonade, Brave You, American Spirits (various) (open mic) Sodbuster’s: Ragtime Rick & His Chefs of Dixieland (big band, swing) Village Idiot: Zimmerman Twins (hard/rock, blues)
Ottawa Tavern: Andrea & Mud, Tone Forge Trio Drawing on myths and legends of the American west, guitarist, songwriter and singer Andrea Colburn and guitarist Mud Moseley traverse a dusty musical landscape. 8pm-Midnight. Ottawa Tavern, 1815 Adams St. 419-725-5483. Andreacolburnandmudmoseley.com
FRI, SEPT 7 Bar 145: Brighton Boys (pop/rock, covers) Barr’s Public House: Hudson Duo (pop/soul, covers) Black Swamp Arts Festival: Drew Joseph, Two Tons of Steel, Billy Strings, The Pimps of Joytime One of the Great Lakes Region’s most attended and anticipated weekend. Look for stages on Main street, but don’t miss the main stage acts. Noon-midnight. Clough & Main St. 877-865-6082. blackswampfest.org Free Blarney: Not Fast Enuff (pop/rock, covers) BrandyWine CC: Acoustics on the Patio w/Ben Delong (acoustic, covers) Bronze Boar: Bumpers at the Boar Block Party w/ Andrew Ellis, Piston Jammers and Smashdawgz Cock n Bull: Barile & May, Zodiak Click (acoustic) (pop/rock, covers) Durty Bird: Hector Mendoza (guitarist) Frankie’s: Silver Age, Secret Space, Romancer, Light Horizon, Antighost, Teamonade Fierce guitars and valiant vocals will ring out throughout the eventing as six indie bands come together to win hearts. $10-$12. 8pm-midnight. 308 Main St. 419-698-4020. silveragemi.bandcamp.com (alternative/rock, songwriter) Hollywood Casino: 7 Bridges (Eagles Tribute) Howard’s BG: Black Swamp Showcase: Jordy Townshend, Chris Mt. Castle, Zach Wilson, Two Tons of Steel, Tree No Leaves, Justin Payne, Moths in the Attic, Shellshock, Uncle Mounty Majestic Oak: EZ Pickenz (acoustic, bluegrass) The Pub: Boudreaux’s Back Porch (folk) Table 44: Joe Woods Band (rock) Toledo Museum of Art: Lori Lefevre Quartet (jazz) Village Idiot: Angela Perley & The Howlin’ Moons (folk/country, songwriter)
SAT, SEPT 8 Civic Music Hall: War Machine, RMO, Mean Jeremy (KISS Tribute) (hard/rock) Cock n Bull: Screamin’ Heathens (pop/rock, covers) Bar 145: Faction (pop/rock, covers) Black Swamp Arts Festival: Tree No Leaves, Harmonic Shah, Radio Free Honduras, Cordovas, Birds of Chicago, Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe, Shinyribs. One of the Great Lakes Region’s most attended and anticipated weekend. Karl Denson and his ensemble the Tiny Universe make a welcomed stop at the Fest. Birds of Chicago are Toledo favorites. Noon-midnight. Clough & Main St. 877-865-6082. blackswampfest.org Free BrandyWine CC: Acoustics on the Patio w/Eddie (acoustic, covers) Durty Bird: Jack and the Bear (folk/rock, alternative/rock) Frankie’s: Eerie Point, NuAudio, The Old Adage, Midview (rock)
As camping and music festivals go well together, Sacred Harvest brings that experience closer to home for a two day music festival in Grand Rapids Ohio. Fans can camp out on the private farm and enjoy a variety of workshops, vendors and musical entertainment. Bands include Mercury, Rustik Waters, Stranger Danger, Decent Folk, Funk Factory, The Werks, Cactus Jack and more. $30-$40. Friday and Saturday, all day. 24401 Poe Rd., Grand Rapids. 419-344-7655. sacredharvestmusicfest.com ––SC
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Friday, 8.7 / TOLEDO CLUB If you’re a rock ‘n roll type chick or dude, head over to the Toledo Club for their Party in the Parking Lot Summer Concert where the tunes will be blasting until midnight. Headlining the night is one of the best Rolling Stones tribute bands, Satisfaction, along with other acts including Jim Liefer’s Sounds of Music. Best part is, anyone 21 and over are welcome to attend, and you don’t have to be a member of the club to have a rockin good time. Come hungry–there will be food trucks on hand. $15/advance, $20/day of. 5pm-midnight. 235 14th St. 419-243-2200. toledoevents.brownpapertickets.com––CP
WHEN PIGS FLY
SATURDAY, 8.8 / TOLEDO SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS Jam out in the parking lot full of sounds of local, live music at TSA’s third annual Flying Pig Arts Festival. Each performing act will feature a TSA staff member, with a lineup including Kaiden Chase, East River Drive, Amelia Airhearts, Madison Avenue Band and more. While groovin’ to the music, check out the food trucks, art raffle, vendor area and the many other activities. VIP tickets are available and include an exclusive viewing area, TSA swag and other goodies. $10/adults, $5/students over 5 years old, VIP is $35, $50 for two. 4-10:30pm. 333 14th St. 419-246-8732. ts4arts.org
Hollywood Casino: Skittle Bots (pop/rock, covers) Howard’s BG: Black Swamp Showcase: Elai Rose, Alex Baird, Dan Cooper, Cordovas, Sorghum Pudding, AmpWagon, Matt Truman Ego Trip, Hard Bargains, Juxtapose, Mindless Matters, Fyne, Water Villains (various) Majestic Oak: Jeff Stewart (acoustic, covers) Ottawa Tavern: Excellent Enemies, Oddepoxy (rock) The Pub: Tumbao Bravo (Latin, jazz/pop) Sobuster’s: Bobby May (acoustic/rock) Table 44: Pops Garage (rock, covers) Village Idiot: Olivia Miller Band (folk/rock, songwriter)
SUN, SEPT 9 Agnes-Jackson Arboretum: Organized KOS (pop/rock, covers) Arts & Performance Center: Up Close Concerts: Phyllis Dwyer (acoustic, songwriter) Cock n Bull: Blues Jam (open mic)
Black Swamp Arts Festival: Tim Tegge & the Black Swamp Boys, Nikki D & the Browns, Kittel & Co, Samantha Fish The Fest wraps up Sunday with folk songwriter Samantha Fish. Head on down to BG for the finale. Noon-midnight. Clough & Main St. 877-865-6082. blackswampfest.org (folk, world) Free (folk, various) Durty Bird: Jazz Brunch w/Straight Up (jazz/standards) Howard’s BG: Black Swamp Showcase with Maddox, Stone Moses, Robin Lee Evans (various, songwriter) Toledo Club: Toledo Symphony Orchestra “Friends of Music” UT: Baroque Concert, The Fairy Queen Village Idiot: Bob Rex (jazz/rock)
MON, SEPT 10 Village Idiot: Frank May (acoustic/rock)
TUES, SEPT 11 Durty Bird: Quick Trio (jazz/folk) Frankie’s: Stonecutter, Bone Folder, and Sog City (hard/rock) Village Idiot: Bobby May (acoustic/rock)
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Looking for a quick change of scenery and a taste of something different? Curious about our favorite events going on just a short drive from Toledo? Check out our sister publication, Current Magazine (covering Ann Arbor), at ecurrent.com, to explore film, art, music and more.
[outdoors] Paddleboarding Workshops - This paddle boarding class will give participants a chance to try out the sport, while gaining more skill with one-on-one instructional tutorials. Equipment included. $30. 5:30-6:45pm or 7-8:15pm. Olander Park, 6930 Sylvania Ave., Sylvania. 419-882-8313. Olanderpark.com
[outdoors] Fly Fishing 101 - Learn about the age-old art of fly fishing with educational workshops on casting, lures and just being patient. Additional dates through October. 6-8pm. Oak Openings, 4139 Girdham Rd., Swanton. 419-407-9700. Metroparkstoledo.com Free
Thursday, 8.30 [comedy] Get Loud Comedy Show - Take life less seriously and go see some comedy. KoolComedy hosts an unforgettable night of laughs and humor to get you through to the weekend. $5. 8-11pm. Peacock Cafe, 2007 Monroe St. 419-241-8004. “KoolComedy” on Facebook.
[music] 2nd Bash on the Bay - Make a day trip to Put-in-Bay Island for a night of country music. Rascal Flatts headlines the event held outside. $70-$175. 3pm-midnight. Put-in-Bay Airport, 1994 Langram Rd., Put-in-Bay. 419-285-8042. bashonthebay.com
Friday, 8.31 [music] Bittersweet Farms Music Vine Fridays Bittersweet Farms, a non-profit working with children and adults with special needs is teaming up with local musicians for a weekly music program on the Farm. Shop culinary and home-good items. Fridays, 11am-noon. Bittersweet Farms, 12660 Archbold-Whitehouse Rd., Whitehouse. 419-875-6986. bittersweetfarms.org Free
[drinks] Great Lakes Pub Crawl - Take a craft beer tour of Marblehead with the Great Lakes Pub Crawl. Participating bars include the Rocky Point Winery and Marblehead Gallery. Drink prices vary. 5-9pm. Red Fern Inn, 111 W. Main St., Marblehead. 419-967-5344. redferninn.com Free
TOUCHDOWN BOUND
Saturday, 8.1 / The Glass Bowl Stadium It’s football season, and the Toledo Rockets are back! Celebrate the season opener in the beautiful Glass Bowl as the Rockets face the Virginia Military Institute. Finishing last season with an 11-3 winning percentage, Toledo remains a fan and conference favorite. Grab your spirit wear, get out to the stands for a rowdy night and cheer on the team. $14-$63, free/students. 7-10:30pm Saturday, September 1. 1745 Stadium Dr., 419-530-4653. utrockets.com
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[misc.]
[health]
15th Classic Car Show - Stop by at Thayer Ford for the annual Classic Car Show. Stand in awe of the machines. Donations go to Ronald McDonald House. 9am-3pm. Thayer Ford, 18039 N. Dixie Hwy., Bowling Green. 800-799-2125. thayerbg.com Free
Yoga with Crystals Workshop - Learn how to incorporate crystals into your yoga routine with this 90 minute instructional workshop. Participants will receive a gift to take home. $20. 5:30-7pm. 577 Foundation, 577 E. Front St., Perrysburg. 419-874-4174. 577foundation.org
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Friday, 9.8
Pieces of the Past - Spend an afternoon at the Metroparks newest park, Howard Marsh with a tour, discussing landmarks and the history of the Marsh. 1-2:30pm. Howard Marsh,401 Howard Rd., Curtice. 419-407-9700. Metroparkstoledo.com Free
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Tuesday, 9.4 [lit] Community Potluck & Open Mic - This community potluck connects poets, storytellers and good cooks together in a welcoming setting. Sit back and enjoy the stories or share some of your own poetry at this weekly event. Tuesdays, 6-10pm. Sofia Quintero Arts Center, 1225 Broadway St. 419-241-1655. Sqacc.org Free
[misc.] Reading Behind the Headline - Finding reliable information in the post-truth era is more of challenge today. Learn from local journalists and media specialists about the work that goes on behind reporting on the news in today’s maddening climate. 6:30-8pm. Kent Branch Library, 3101 Collingwood Blvd. 419-259-5340. toledolibrary.org Free
[misc.]
Toledo Greek Fest - Toledo’s Greek Heritage deserves a festival of its own. This three day festival, hosted by Holy Trinity Cathedral, celebrates the food, culture and arts of Greek-Americans. Additional days, Saturday, 8 and Sunday, September 9. 11am-midnight. 740 Superior St. 419-243-9189
[outdoors]
[lit]
Garden Walks - Get outside and meet with a group Wednesdays at Toledo Botanical for a guided tour of the grounds. Wednesdays through November 21. 8:30-9:30am. Toledo Botanical Garden, 5403 Elmer Dr. 419-536-5566. metroparkstoledo.com
Suddenly Widowed by Patty Slupecki Book Release & Signing - Patty’s story of grief and survival shares her challenges and strengths that she encountered through her journey, the mistakes she made along the way and the credit that those who supported her deserve. 3-5pm. Wildwood Preserve Farmhouse, 4830 Central Ave., Toledo 419-407-9710. pattyslupecki.com Free
Cocklebur Press Poetry Open Mic - Sign up as a performer or come as an audience member. Either way the night will be filled with voices sharing songs and stories. 5:30-7pm. Gathering Volumes, 196 East S. Boundary St., Perrysburg. 567-336-6188. Gatheringvolumes.com Free
Hands down, the Great Lakes region’s biggest and most celebrated jazz festival is hosted by the Motor City, Detroit. This four day festival, held annually over the Labor Day weekend, features the biggest names in the business. Artist-in-Residence and master pianist and composer, Chick Corea performs Friday and Saturday nights, Chris Dave and the Drumhedz shows up Sunday, and Cécile McLorin Salvant performs Monday. With five stages, four days, and different musical styles, this Festival remains relevant, vibrant, and beloved. Do not miss it. Friday August 31 - Monday September 3, all day. Hart Plaza, 1 Hart Plaza, Detroit. detroitjazzfest.org Free ––SC
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Want to see international performers celebrate the art of transformation? Drag yourself to RuPaul’s Drag Race Werq World Tour stop in Detroit. Bob The Drag Queen will host this new show featuring RuPaul’s 10 finalists Aquaria, Asia O’Hara, Eureka and Kameron Michaels along with fan favorites Kim Chi, Valentina and Violet Chachki. 21+. $45. 9pm. Wednesday, September 12. Sound Board, 2901 Grand River Ave., Detroit, MI. 313-309-4700. Soundboarddetroit.com
[festival]
toledogreekfest.com Free
[lit]
40th Detroit Jazz Festival
2nd Evening on the Sandpiper - Support the non-profit Friends of Lucas County Dogs with a fun evening on the Sandpiper boat. The event includes a raffle, silent auction, and food and refreshments. $45. 7-9pm. Sandpiper Boat, Water St. on the waterfront. 419-318-4348. friendsoflucascountydogs.com
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Apple Festival - This two day festival features apple picking, hay rides, a petting zoo, a BBQ cookout and farm store goodies like Erie Orchard’s famous apple spice donuts and cider. Parking $1. Prices vary. 9am-7pm. 11am-6pm Sunday. Erie Orchards, 1235 E. Erie Rd., Erie, Michigan. 734-848-4518. erieorchards.com
Here are some September must-attend events:
Sunday, 9.9 [misc.] Arboretum Trading Post Day - Looking for treasure? The Old West End’s yard sale is a great place to look. Community members will be selling items from antiques to toys. Noon-6pm. Reynolds-Jackson Arboretum, 716 W. Delaware Ave. toledooldwestend.com Free
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No quiet before the storm
If you didn’t know comedian Hasan Minhaj from his time as a correspondent for The Daily Show, you probably know him for his devastatingly funny roast at the 2017 White House Correspondents’ Dinner. If you don’t know him from that, do yourself a favor— find his side-splitting and sharp speech online and watch it, immediately. Then, consider yourself fully prepared for the stand up comedian’s Ann Arbor stop on his ‘Before The Storm’ tour. $50. 7pm. Saturday, September 8. The Michigan Theater, 603 E. Liberty St., Ann Arbor, MI. 734-668-8397. Hasanminhaj.com
Monday, 9.10 [drinks] Mixology 101 - A bartender will lead participants through the basics of cocktail crafting and proper etiquette when serving drinks to a crowd. 6:30-8:30pm. Mott Library, 1085 Dorr St. 419-259-5230. toledolibrary.org Free
Tuesday, 9.11 [misc.] The Spirit of Fashion Week - Come to the Salon for a memorable evening on runway fashion and hair with a fashion show, Kerastase Diagnosis event, product gift basket giveaway and wine and hors d’oeuvres. Reve Salon, 5633 Main St., Sylvania. 419-885-1140. revesalonandspa.com
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Years lived in Toledo: 6 Years but have always lived in the surrounding areas Occupation: Manager of the Toledo Hemp Center My story, in one sentence: I came from a separated family and had to learn that you grow through what you go through. One song lyric to describe my ideal self: “So what, I’m still a Rock Star”
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The musician I love is Crystal Bowersox, will always be my go-to artist from Toledo.
The Toledoan I most admire is my Mom, Tiffany DeMoe. She had a tough life Most people know me for helping in the community and trying to make a and made plenty mistakes, overcoming addiction but in the end she came out and difference. is doing so many big things.
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The best time I ever had in Toledo was attending the 2018 Best of Toledo Party for winning Best Holistic Health Center! If I could change one thing about Toledo it would be the heroin and opiate epidemic. If I knew I could get away with it, I would grow hemp along Lake Erie to help suck the toxins out of the soil to better our water. The best view in Toledo is downtown at The Docks at night.
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If I could apologize to anyone it would be my Grandmother for not coming around as much as I should. The thing I truly need to let go of: I can’t change the world by myself. The reason I am most proud of myself right now is for getting on a nutrition plan to better myself and for always pushing myself to workout when I don’t want to. Three adjectives to describe Toledo: passionate, motivated, and adventurous, and the one that best describes me is passionate. The Toledoan I’ve met in passing that I’d love to get coffee with is Dick Berry from WTOL-TV, Channel 11. The hardest decision I have made in the past year is taking some time off from college to run the Toledo Hemp Center. My first kiss in Toledo was at Planet Fitness on Laskey Road before it was Planet Fitness.
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Big Rainbow Pride Brunch at Georgjz 419 Pride festivities winded down on Sunday with leisurely brunches on Adams Street.
Jesse Baum, Lauren Howald, Samuel Slates and Mateo Blunk.
Glenn Ackerman, Cara Risher and Rachel Wismer.
Chris and Silke Goudos.
Savanna Lutchey, Ernie Wielinski and Mario Brock.
Barefoot at the Beach
Partygoers enjoyed fare from local restaurants and a jumping dancefloor during the annual beach bash to benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Toledo. Danielle Jackson, Alexis and Scott Bowman, Melissa Archer, Nick and Kelly Cook.
Jazmin Blanton, Kattie Braylock, Nick Smith, Lea Triplett, Antionette Zeigler, and Alex Carter.
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Kristen Zomkowski and Jessica Perretti.
Jessica McGinn, Kelsie Fosgate, Julie Ort, Candace Snyder and Melissa Warns.
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Brendan Quigley and Erik Agard (www.brendanemmettquigley.com)
CARRYING A PIECE Across 1. Without 5. They might be checkered 10. Job for a snake 14. Quaker pronoun 15. Advice for soreness 16. Shakespeare character who says “I am not what I am� 17. Picked up the check 18. Roar from a crowd 19. Work the field 20. Actress Shields did her homework? 23. Carrier based out of Schiphol 24. Hit the fridge, say 25. Tough-guy actor Steve’s tool? 31. Short note? 32. Muslim mystic 33. Pant crease 36. Small colt 38. School room with servers, maybe 41. California “valley� 42. NJ base 44. Fails in some video games 46. Jeong of “Crazy Rich Asians� 47. Element of a swindle? 51. Trough holder 52. Enemy 53. Start showing piscine features? 60. Crossed-fingers thought 61. “Really...?!� 62. Attempt 64. Panda’s home 65. Childish defensive retort 66. Just one of the guys 67. First president buried at Arlington National Cemetery 68. Long spans 69. Finally stops
Down 1. Lubricant with an oval logo 2. White whale hunter 3. Creepy film genre 4. Digital puzzle? 5. Restorative beer, e.g. 6. Soreness 7. Pore through 8. Land at an Argentine airport? 9. Pull up on Spotify 10. Strongholds 11. Dragon’s spot 12. Look up an down 13. Alchemist’s quest 21. Bravos of a sort 22. Trick out, as a vehicle 25. Bother 26. Eccentric one 27. Squats work them 28. Lions domain, briefly 29. “Broom-___� (comic strip) 30. Hands-on alternative medicine 34. “Praise Jesus� 35. Chime noise 37. “Name one!� 39. Goal 40. Flank and rib 43. Capital of China’s Shaanxi province 45. Ancient promenade 48. Big name in GPUs 49. DNA carrier 50. “I’m drowning here!� 53. Home run hit 54. Town with a famous tower 55. [eye roll] 56. “Lady doctor,� briefly 57. “I’m almost done� 58. Panache 59. “You convinced me!� 63. Fist pump word
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VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Romanian philosopher Emil Cioran loved the music of Johann Sebastian Bach. “Without Bach, God would be a complete second-rate figure,� he testified, adding, “Bach’s music is the only argument proving the creation of the Universe cannot be regarded as a complete failure.� I invite you to emulate Cioran’s passionate clarity, Virgo. From an astrological perspective, now is an excellent time to identify people and things that consistently invigorate your excitement about your destiny. Maybe you have just one shining exemplar, like Cioran, or maybe you have more. Home in on the phenomena that in your mind embody the glory of creation.
ARIES (March 21-April 19): In *Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland*, our heroine encounters a talking caterpillar as he smokes a hookah on top of a tall mushroom. “Who are you?� he asks her. Alice is honest: “I know who I was when I got up this morning, but I think I must have been changed several times since then.� She says this with uneasiness. In the last few hours, she has twice been shrunken down to a tiny size and twice grown as big as a giant. All these transformations have unnerved her. In contrast to Alice, I’m hoping you’ll have a positive attitude about your upcoming shifts and mutations, Aries. From what I can tell, your journey through the Season of Metamorphosis should be mostly fun and educational. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Juan Villarino has hitchhiked over 2,350 times in 90 countries. His free rides have carried him over 100,000 miles. He has kept detailed records, so he’s able to say with confidence that Iraq is the best place to catch a lift. Average wait time there is seven minutes. Jordan and Romania are good, too, with nine- and twelve-minute waits, respectively. In telling you about his success, I don’t mean to suggest that now is a favorable time to hitchhike. But I do want you to know that the coming weeks will be prime time to solicit favors, garner gifts, and make yourself available for metaphorical equivalents of free rides. You’re extra magnetic and attractive. How could anyone could resist providing you with the blessings you need and deserve?
that were previously unavailable. Here are rituals you could perform that may help you catalyze the specific kind of relief and release you need: 1. Wander around a graveyard and sing songs you love. 2. Tie one end of a string around your ankle and the other end around an object that symbolizes an influence you want to banish from your life. Then cut the string and bury the object. 3. Say this ten times: “The end makes the beginning possible.�
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): “If a man treats a life artistically, his brain is his heart,� wrote Oscar Wilde. I’ll translate that into a more complete version: “If a person of any gender treats life artistically, their brain is their heart.� This truth will be especially applicable for you in the coming weeks. You’ll be wise to treat your life artistically. You’ll thrive by using your heart as your brain. So I advise you to wield your intelligence with love. Understand that your most incisive insights will come when you’re feeling empathy and seeking intimacy. As you crystallize clear visions about the future, make sure they are generously suffused with ideas about how you and your people can enhance your joie de vivre. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): “My tastes are simple,� testified Sagittarian politician Winston Churchill. “I am easily satisfied with the best.� I propose that we make that your motto for now. While it may not be a sound idea to demand only the finest of everything all the time, I think it will be wise for you to do so during the next three weeks. You will have a mandate to resist trifles and insist on excellence. Luckily, this should motivate you to raise your own standards and expect the very best from yourself.
GEMINI (May 21-June 20): One of the big stories of 2018 concerns your effort to escape from a star-crossed trick of fate—to fix a longrunning tweak that has subtly undermined your lust for life. How successful will you be in this CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Russian heroic quest? That will hinge in part on your faith in the new playwright Anton Chekhov articulated a prinpower you’ve been developing. Another factor that will deterciple he felt was essential to telling a good mine the outcome is your ability to identify and gain access to story: If you say early in your tale that there’s a resource that is virtually magical even though it appears nona rifle hanging on the wall, that rifle must descript. I bring this to your attention, Gemini, because I suspect eventually be used. “If it’s not going to be fired, it shouldn’t be that a key plot twist in this story will soon unfold. hanging there,� declared Chekhov. We might wish that real life CANCER (June 21-July 22): Potential new al- unfolded with such clear dramatic purpose. To have our future lies are seeking entrance to your domain. Exist- so well-foreshadowed would make it easier to plan our acing allies aspire to be closer to you. I’m worried tions. But that’s not often the case. Many elements pop up in you may be a bit overwhelmed; that you might our personal stories that ultimately serve no purpose. Except not exercise sufficient discrimination. I therefore now, that is, for you Capricorns. I suspect that in the next six urge you to ask yourself these questions about each candidate. weeks, plot twists will be telegraphed in advance. 1. Does this person understand what it means to respect your AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Would it be boundaries? 2. What are his or her motivations for wanting fun to roast marshmallows on long sticks contact with you? 3. Do you truly value and need the gifts each over scorching volcanic vents? I suppose. person has to give you? 4. Everyone in the world has a dark side. Would it be safe? No! Aside from the possiCan you intuit the nature of each person’s dark side? Is it tolerbility that you could get burned, the sulfuric able? Is it interesting? acid in the vapors would make the cooked marshmallows LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): While a young man, taste terrible, and might cause them to explode. So I advise the future Roman leader Julius Caesar was you to refrain from adventures like that. On the other hand, I kidnapped by Sicilian pirates. They proposed a will love it if you cultivate a playful spirit as you contemplate ransom of 620 kilograms of silver. Caesar was serious decisions. I’m in favor of you keeping a blithe attitude incensed at the small size of the ransom—he as you navigate your way through tricky maneuvers. I hope believed he was worth more—and demanded that his captors you’ll be jaunty in the midst of rumbling commotions. raise the sum to 1,550 kilograms. I’d love to see you unleash PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): People will be that kind of bravado in the coming weeks, Leo—preferably thinking about you more than usual, and with without getting yourself kidnapped. In my opinion, it’s crucial greater intensity. Allies and acquaintances will that you know how valuable you are, and make sure everyone be revising their opinions and understandings else knows, as well. about you, mostly in favorable ways, although not always. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): I foresee the with- Loved ones and not-so-loved ones will also be reworking their ering of a hope or the disappearance of a prop images of you, coming to altered conclusions about what you or the loss of leverage. This ending may initially mean to them and what your purpose is. Given these developmake you feel melancholy, but I bet it will ulti- ments, I suggest that you be proactive about expressing your mately prove beneficent—and maybe lead you to resources best intentions and displaying your finest attributes.
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42,730 people are expected to survive cancer in 2018, according to the American Cancer Society. In efforts to keep that number up and to empower those survivors, the Fernwood Palmwood Norwood Oakwood neighborhood is hosting their third annual picnic in the park, “Our Neck of the Woods” to benefit cancer survivorship. The event will highlight multiple organizations that offer programs and services for healing opportunities in Northwest Ohio, featuring the 2018 Steppin’ Ballroom and Urban Line Dancing. Be a part of the neighborhood’s mission to enrich the community at this motivational gathering. $5. 2-7pm Sunday, September 2. Ottawa Park Amphitheater, 2205 Kenwood Blvd.
Wild and free
Become one with nature as you de-stress and let the outdoors do its healing magic during a Forest Bathing Enrichment Class. More than just a walk in the park, allow your brain to fully absorbs the sights, sounds and smells for a relaxing experience, creating a calm mental state. A great opportunity to foster a healthy lifestyle. Registration required. 6-8pm Wednesday, September 5. Whitehouse Village Hall, 6925 Providence St., Whitehouse. 419-877-5383. whitehouseoh.gov––CP
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Monday, 9.3 Labor Day Bridge Walk - Take a stroll on a this four-mile loop while enjoying the scenic views of the downtown Toledo skyline and riverfront. Register in advance. 1-3pm. Meet at Middlegrounds Metropark, 111 Ottawa St. 419-407-9701. metroparkstoledo.com Free
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Learn to Paddle - Learn how to stand-up paddle board properly and safely with Sally Lyons, certified paddle instructor and Toledo native. All equipment is included and any experience levels welcome. $30. 10-11:30am. Olander Park, 6930 Sylvania Ave., Sylvania. 419-882-8313. olanderpark.com
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