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June 3 — June 16, 2015 Vol. 18 • Issue 11

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Swell Shmotel Listen and learn about the local band we’ve been jamming: Shmotel, one of the area’s grooviest rock dance bands.

Shake out those dating nerves Worried about online dating? Check out our Dating Warning Signs for tips and tricks on how to maneuver through websites and those “questionable” profiles.

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All dressed up and hungry on weekends

Run DRC

Read about Ben Cohen, of Toledo’s electronic group, Heavy Color, and local poet Akili Jackson trip to make a soundtrack album for women marathon runners in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). We have the 414 on how to support the project.

Looking for a leisurely and hearty brunch? Our Brunch Crunch provides a list of local brunches in the Toledo area.

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Dear Editor,

I am writing to you to protest a comment in Johnny Hildo’s column in the May 20th issue of the Toledo City Paper (of which my husband and I are faithful readers).

Mr. Hildo states that former Toledo First Lady Drabik-Collins didn’t care about her husband’s legacy because she didn’t change her name to Collins when she married. Remind our male columnist that women originally had to take their husband’s surnames because wives were considered their husband’s property. Now at least we have the option of staying with our father’s surnames -- some improvement perhaps.

Since Mr. Hildo never had to change his name, may I remind him that it is not a measure of devotion but an attempt to show a modicum of hard-won status for women to keep theirs birth surnames. Further, to adopt the Collins surname in order to insure voter recognition at the polls is hardly a major faux-pas for a politician. When columnist Hildo adopts his wife’s maiden name, perhaps I’ll be more persuaded by his specious arguments.

Nancy A. Jackson Monroe, MI

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NEW and NOTEWORTHY EVENTS

Experience the divide

Travel back in time at the Toledo Museum of Art with exhibition of The American Civil War: Through Artists’ Eyes. Throughout June, the museum pays particular attention to the lives of civilians and soldiers through special re-enactments.

Starting on June 6, re-enactors will share thebhistory of the African American Civil War Military and civilians. On June 19 and 20, an Ohio-based re-enactor group will demonstrate the power of a Civil War cannon and show visitors what life was like throughout one of our nation’s most significant war.

10am-5pm June 6 & June 20, 5-9pm June 19. Toledo Museum of Art Museum Grounds, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free —MLR

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Philadelphia: Supervisory Committee for Recruiting Colored Regiments.

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Pathway to employment

Rolling on the floor laughing your...

Want to laugh? See some of Toledo’s finest comedians and maybe find the next big thing at Laffs, Inc.’s Open Mic Contest this Thursday! There will be 1215 sets, each 5-7 min. Winner, determined by the audience, will take home half the door proceeds. Maximum prize could be $1,000. Interested in performing at the monthly Open Mic. Contact Dave@laffsinc.com. Music before and after the show. 7pm, doors, 8-10pm, show. Jun. 4th (and the first Thursday of each month). $5 Go to laffsinc.com/Open-Mic for more info. - AZ

Marketplace changes UPDATES IN LOCAL BUSINESS

. Knuckleheads Cafe (24208 Front St., Grand Rapids, Ohio), opened its doors on April 30, serving SW American food. 11am-9pm Sunday-Wednesday, 11am-10pm ThursdaySaturday. facebook.com/knuckleheadskafe The Middle East Market location at 5303 Dorr St is moving to 4623 W. Bancroft at the end of July.

Tecumseh Brewing Co. (128 W. Chicago Blvd., Tecumseh, MI), the first in Michigan to start a company using the new Michigan Invests Locally Exemption (MILE) law, opened in April. Until June 15, TBC will be closed except for weekends (11am-Midnight Fridays and Saturdays and noon-9pm Sundays) in order to update the facility and restock inventory. Regular hours will resume on June 16. 11am-Midnight Monday-Saturday.

Noon-Midnight Sunday.

Style 5:16 Consignment Boutique & Design Studio (3142 Markway, Toledo in Cricket West Shopping Center), a new women’s clothing store, had its soft opening on May 13th. Its grand opening will be on June 13th. 10am-7pm Monday-Saturday.

Extended hours for design studio section available upon request.

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Teens and young adults are offered a path to employment: 400 summer jobs are available through the annual Lucas County Empowerment Program, run by Pathway, Inc. This eight-week program decreases poverty through job-skill training and by connecting program members with employers. Several eight-week sessions will run this summer starting June 8th and ending September 18th. Applicants must be 16-24 years old to qualify for the program and be part of a household that is at or below 200 percent of the federal poverty guidelines with at least one minor in the household. Participants placed based on their interests and skills.

Apply online, pathwaytoledo.org. , LCEP@pathwaytoledo.org - AZ

Maddie & Bella Coffee Co. has moved into the old Downtown Latte location (44 S. St Clair St., Toledo) and plans to open up shop mid-summer.

9 Round 30 Min. Kickbox Fitness (1506 Reynolds Rd., Maumee) opened its doors in April. 8am-1pm, 3-8pm Monday and Wednesday. 7am-1pm, 3-7pm Tuesday and Thursday. 8am-1pm, 3-7pm Friday.

8am-1pm Saturday.

Toledo Central Distributors, Inc. (2838 W. Sylvania Ave.) is closing this summer after 40 years in business. 10am4:30pm Monday-Friday. 9am-12pm Saturday.

Lola’s Yogurt Retreat (3550 Executive Parkway) is slated to open in early June with self-service frozen yogurt, bubble tea and gelato. Noon-10pm SundayThursday, noon-11pm Friday, 11am-11pm Saturday, noon-10pm.

Pita Pit (3819 Haverhill Rd.) opened a new 24-hour location.

GypsieSoul (123 Louisiana Ave., Perrysburg), a bohemian-chic boutique opened its doors in May. 11am-5:30pm Monday-Wednesday & Friday, 11am8pm Thursday, 10am-5pm Saturday, closed Sunday.

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From the people who brought you Gamesavvy Latenight (Toledo's #1 locally produced TV show)

Earth, Wind and Water

Enjoying the elegant elements of Grand Rapids

by Alison Wood-Osmun

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Soak up the Beauty:

Scenic stretches of the Maumee River entice you to meander down the peaceful river trail in Grand Rapids, OH. The gravel paths are one-mile each way and start after walking across the River Park’s bridge near the village center and travel along the Grand Rapids Dam area through Mary Jane Thurston State Park. The pathway is lush with river breezes weaving through the leaf-laden tree canopy creating a rich dappling effect of cool shaded and warm sun lit patches. Sit awhile and sway on the wooden bench swings to the rhythm of the breeze and the river’s current as you immerse yourself in the exquisite vistas of sky and water framed by majestic trees. Near the old Grand Rapids Dam, folks will be fishing in the knee deep water to hook pike, catfish, bass and crappie. This is one of those spots where all the best of nature simply melds together. Claim this perfect moment by proceeding down the stone stairway and shedding your shoes.

It is pure summertime joy to stand barefoot in this sparkling ankle deep water as the cascading current caresses your feet. The cool breeze plays over your skin, bathed in sunlight as birds sing and dragonflies flutter by. Farther along the trail are the MJT State Park campsites, picnic areas, launches for boats and kayaks/canoes, and an additional one mile loop trail through a secluded, forested floodplain.

For info and maps visit parks.ohiodnr.gov/maryjanethurston

Best in Town

Back in quaint, colorful Grand Rapids, OH (grandrapidsohio.com), visit Library House Books and Art, (24164 Front St.) I find fun, off-beat used/new books for all my quirky, creative and history buff friends here (facebook. com/libraryhousebooksandart).

Although, I am extremely picky about my brick oven, wood fired pizza crust, I can attest that the artisans at M & T’s Pizzeria (24099 Front St.) know what they’re doing – the crust is absolute perfection (facebook.com/mandtpizza).

A great place to launch your kayak/canoe is across from M & T’s. Pull into the public parking lot and the launch is to the west.

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UT Health physicians help with relief efforts in Nepal

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A physician and two medical residents with UT Health visited Nepal to help with earthquake relief efforts.

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Dr. Kris Brickman, professor and chair of the Emergency Medicine Department at The University of Toledo Medical Center, and two of his senior emergency residents, Brandon Stransky and Scott Hackman, arrived May 6, less than two weeks after a 7.8-magnitude earthquake shook the country April 25. They were in Nepal when another earthquake hit May 12.

The UTMC physicians are teamed up with the local Special Commission on Relief & Education of the Filipino Association of Toledo, known as SCORES. The health-care team in Nepal also includes two orthopedic surgeons, a general surgeon, an anesthesiologist, a pharmacist and several mission nurses, among others.

FOREWORD BY LEE FISHER, FORMER LT. GOVERNOR OF OHIO AND PRESIDENT OF CEOS FOR CITIES

The mission was funded in part with donations from SCORES, UT, The Blade and a private philanthropy.

This is one of several medical missions Brickman has done primarily to Haiti as well as a disaster mission to the Philippines after the typhoon.

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“It’s the right thing to do,� Brickman said. “As emergency physicians, we need to be engaged or lead these efforts to respond when the infrastructure of a country is overwhelmed in trying to manage a crisis like this.�

Wetland restoration project helps prevent bacteria from entering Maumee Bay

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There should be fewer days when Maumee Bay beaches are under a public health advisory this summer thanks to a wetland restoration project led by a University of Toledo professor.

The Great Lakes Restoration Initiative Project includes the addition of a sedimentation pond in Wolf Creek and treatment wetland at Maumee Bay State Park that will ďŹ lter out Escherichia coli bacteria and phosphorus pollutants before runoff water enters Lake Erie.

BY DANIEL M. JOHNSON President Emeritus The University of Toledo

“The goal is for better water quality at Maumee Bay State Park, which in recent years has had health advisories posted 20 percent of the time due to high levels of bacteria in the water and that has had a negative impact on attendance to the beaches,� said Dr. Daryl Dwyer, UT professor of environmental sciences, who led the restoration.

Early data observations show better than expected water quality improvements with a 94 percent reduction in E. coli bacteria and a 50 percent reduction in total phosphorus, Dwyer said.

Dwyer and his research team are investigating ways to scale up the project in the Maumee River watershed with other target locations for similar restoration projects to prevent the nonpoint source pollutants from entering Lake Erie in other areas.

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The project was funded with two Great Lakes Restoration Initiative grants totaling $1.8 million called “Passive Treatment Wetland to Improve Nearshore Health and Reduce Nonpoint Source Pollution� and “Reduction of Sediment and Bacteria Loadings to Public Beaches at Maumee Bay State Park via Enhanced Riparian Habitat.�

...Johnson’s most interesting contribution is to provide... real-world insights into how local leaders adopt, distill, transform, and contort the more conceptual contributions of ‘pop’ scholars...Leaders must see economic development ‘from the vantage point of where it is heading rather than where it has been’...This message is the book’s most important contribution to the broader community of civic and elected leaders.

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In New York City’s bustling metropolis, a University of Toledo student will apply his knowledge and passion for a world-renowned fellowship this summer.

LaVelle Ridley, a third-year English major and Africana studies minor, was selected as a research fellow for the 2015 Schomburg-Mellon Humanities Summer Institute in New York City.

The Relevant University highlights the role of the Rocket Nation in our community and beyond.

The highly competitive program accepts 10 rising seniors each year to participate in projects at the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, which is afďŹ liated with the New York Public Library.

The institution is the world’s leading research center devoted to the preservation and dissemination of materials on the African and African Diaspora experience. “I feel really honored, grateful and proud of myself and my department,â€? Ridley said. “It really hasn’t even sunk in all the way. Even if there was only 100 other applicants, the fact that they thought I deserved it more than others and they ďŹ nd that my work is something to be invested in, that’s an honor.â€?

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Attorney mentors provide legal support and aid to young mothers at Mom’s House.

Sister sister

Pro-bono women attorneys forge important relationships

by Athena Cocoves A Toledo group of pro-bono women attorneys have shown that when you cross the help of sincere, legal advocates with well-deserving teenage parents, you end up with a wildly successful, empowering and important program called Sisters-inLaw.

Laying down the law

Sisters-in-Law is a group of women lawyers working in partnership with Mom’s House (momshousetoledo.org), a Toledo nonprofit founded 21 years ago that assists at-risk single mothers, ages 13-24.

The local lawyers involved with Sistersin-Law each mentor a parent at Mom’s House, one-on-one, paired based on specialties and needs.

This partnership began when Toledo lawyer, Gretchen DeBacker, founder of Sisters-in-Law, and Christina Rodriguez, Executive Director of Mom’s House, spent time discussing their mutual interest in public advocacy and nonprofit work.

Rodriquez would often ask DeBacker for legal advice related to mothers enrolled in the progam at Mom’s House, and the need for continual care became obvious. What first began as an idea, grew into a comprehensive and supportive program, now involving a dozen lawyers.

The legal expertise of the Sisters-inLaw helps young parents navigate legal situations, such as parental agreements, domestic relations, housing, employment matters, and more.

“We are working with people on razor thin margins,” said Debacker. “Having free legal aid gives access to stability and security, minimizing crisis.”

A house as a home

Mentors in Sisters-in-Law often come to the house to see their mentees. Lucinda

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Weller, of Legal Aid of Western Ohio, is an attorney involved in the program. Weller often visits “her Mom,” a high school student, as a way to maintain their bond and to feel comfortable together.

Since Weller’s mentee is a minor, Weller works with her to arrange child support and to make sure the mom knows her rights.

“I’m trying to be a resource, so if she has questions she can call me,” said Weller, pausing to laugh, “but we also text. A lot.”

Continual interactions and bonding has made their mentorship stronger and more effective. “It was really great to hold [her] baby,” said Weller, saying that it helped their connection. “She sees me as a mom, too, not just a lawyer.”

Local recognition

The dynamic partnership of Sisters-inLaw and Mom’s House has attracted local community attention. Chicks for Charity, a local fundraising group, selected Mom’s House as their 2015-16 recipient, raising funds during the Chicks Mix’s party on Tuesday, July 7 at the Toledo Botanical Garden.

The Sisters also took home the prize at the most recent Toledo SOUP, a microgrant program. The Sisters’ presentation was led by Debacker and Rodriguez, and a mentor/mentee pair also spoke.

“We were really excited. According to the organizers, it was one of the largest attended crowds and most amount of money, $2600,” said DeBacker. “We’re going to use the money to continue our program and pay for start-up costs, payroll for children at the daycare, and future events with the moms and mentors.”

The Sisters-in-Law will also present during the upcoming Toledo SOUP event on June 14 at The Ohio Theatre. (read more on the Big to Do, pg 34).

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The BiG Fab Lab gives makers a workspace

by Hannah Benson Since starting at MIT in 2005, “maker spaces” have been popping up nationwide. Founder and Director of the new BiG Fab Lab Mark Bowlus said up until 2 months ago, the closest maker spaces to Toledo were in Detroit, Ann Arbor and Columbus.

That has since changed with BiG Fab Lab, which opened in the Bowling Green Woodland Mall last month, making the creative playground now available to all.

Opening up

Operating like a gym, The Lab is a 24/7 open-access workshop, offering memberships to creatively-minded makers. A membership allows creatives access to expensive equipment, new technology and tools to exercise their imagination in ways they are unable to do at home. Tools in The Lab include a laser engraver, a 3D printer, a CNC router, along with a photography studio and other creative shop stations.

It isn’t just the equipment that makes The Lab special, it is also the focus on collaboration and community. The Lab facilitates the interactive, participatory element with collaboration spaces, studio office spaces, storage spaces, a conference room, a kitchen and a lounge area. Members can bounce ideas off of one another, provide help with new equipment, and even work together on projects. Different makers do not have to work together - but the energetic atmosphere will likely aid even a solo pursuit.

Working it out

Bowlus said BiG Fab Lab has three main sectors - industry, education and community.

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Local businesses have helped sponsor The Lab and donated equipment and tools. Sponsors included Laborie Enterprises, InTech IT Solutions and Willman Technologies. Volunteers have also come to Bowlus to help The Lab run smoothly.

Local schools are encouraged to bring students to The Lab to “stimulate creativity and innovation among students,” Bowlus said.

He said the idea originated when he saw a need for this stimulation in his children’s education. After researching other maker spaces, he said he “caught the bug and pursued it.”

Member and local business owner Kim Eckert, (owner of K and K Crafts in BG’s Woodland Mall) said she saves time by using the laser engraver to cut her craft signs. In addition to the laser engraver, Eckert also plans on taking a class on the pottery wheel.

“People came to us; there is so much enthusiasm around this idea,” Bowlus said. “I am so excited [that] the community has embraced the idea. We really think it will inject new life into the Woodland Mall.”

The standard membership fee is $39 a month. Students 14-21, seniors 65+ and military have a reduced membership fee of $29 a month. Once a person signs up to become a member, they must complete a safety and basic use class on specific tools. Members have 24/7 access to The Lab after completing two courses.

Noon-9 p.m., Tuesday-Sunday. BiG Fab Lab, 1234 N. Main St. Woodland Mall, Bowling Green. 419-971-4244, BiGFabLab.com

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local police reports Staying Cool

Judging by the crime reports, summer is here. Police responded to a home on Revere Drive in Toledo with a report of a stolen lawnmower and weed whip from a shed. The victim replaced the lawn mower, but the grass apparently must stay greener on the other side, because the new mower and an an air conditioner were stolen from the locked garage.

Trick, No Treat

Mister Frosty reported to Toledo Police that an unknown suspect cut the

Things got...sticky when Toledo Police answered a burglary call at Brook Point Rd. Two unknown suspects entered the empty home and stole computers, TV, credit cards and jewelry. During the, er, exciting, burglary, one of the soon-to-be-known suspects left a used condom in a kitchen garbage bin which was taken to be analyzed.

Leave it to HGTV

A Bowling Green juvenile was deemed unruly when he found an office chair by the road that he believed to be free for the taking. According to the police report, the youngster wheeled the new décor home and attempted to take it up to his bedroom, but damaged the wall and the chair in the process. Always best to move with a friend.

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Opportunity in City Politics

By Johnny Hildo

We know what’s bugging you. Because it’s bugging us, too. Is every elected official in Toledo born old?

Seriously, you must have noticed that the average age of electeds in Frogtown is fifty-something. The two latest additions to Toledo City Council are both in their sixties. Ditto the two serious candidates for mayor. When Carty declares his candidacy the average age of mayoral candidates will jump toward seventy.

Even the school board, which could be an entry point for young folks interested in public service, is filled with electeds who remember gasoline under a dollar a gallon. What gives?

Wait, say the powers that be. There are important reasons that folks with fresh, nimble minds don’t get elected to public office. The powersthat-is prattle on about the need for experience, the fact that electeds administer budgets in the hundreds of millions of dollars. They note that getting elected requires raising tens of thousands of dollars, and to do so a candidate must be well connected. Those connections aren’t made overnight.

Except when they are.

Toledo is a relatively small city. Young folks can make the power broker circuit pretty quickly. If they are allowed and encouraged to do so. And they can learn the intricacies of public finance and governance pretty easily, too, if given the opportunity. Sorry, powers that be, your excuses don’t wash.

So where are the young faces in Toledo politics? What keeps them out?

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Low pay, long hours

Namely, the pay grade and time commitments. Take city council, for example.

Members are paid twenty seven and a half thousand dollars. Tough to pay a house note unless you have another job.

But wait. That other job has to allow you the flexibility to skedaddle to meetings at random times on unpredictable days, often with short notice.

A young person just starting a career rarely has this kind of flexibility. Add in a young family and the time commitments the family life demands and you pretty much exclude anyone under fifty.

Of course, real commitment to public service could mean you quit your job and serve full time. For less than the local median income. And remember, you can’t make a career of serving on council, because there are term limits.

And that’s the good news. Because that entry-level school board position has all the weird and unpredictable time demands, but no term limits. Oh, and also no pay.

The only elected positions that allow for something like decent pay and a career path are the county level positions.

Which, of course, means they are occupied for decades by the same folks over and over again.

Face it, youngsters. The deck is stacked and you aren’t about to get a fair deal. But if you’re really interested in the corridors of power, there are still rooms with a view.

Forget elected office. Council aides make more than council members, with full benefits and no one checking their tax delinquencies and rap sheets. Assistants in county offices don’t make as much as the full time electeds, but with equal bennies and access and without the headaches of being the face of a campaign for office.

Opportunity awaits.

“Next time you see an elected official, ask ‘em who they are grooming as the next generation of leaders. Don’t worry, it won’t take long for them to answer.”

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Next time you see an elected official, ask ‘em who they are grooming as the next generation of leaders. Don’t worry, it won’t take long for them to answer.

Unfortunately, even the odd ducks who don’t intend to hold their elected seats until they keel over would have trouble finding a young replacement. Because the barriers are also institutional.

Reason numero uno, and probably the biggest barrier of all, is the outsized egos of those in current office. Such egos blind many electeds to the skills and potential of anyone but the face they see in the mirror. When is the last time an elected official in T-town willingly stepped aside, and said something like, “and I have mentored young Sally June to step into my place?” Correct. Never happens.

Instead we have the Carty Finkelstinkers of the world. Who never seem to see anyone ready to lead but themselves.

And lately even stay in office until they literally die there.

School board member Lisa Sobecki recently announced she was not seeking re-election. Has she brought along someone young and unknown but bright and passionate to fill the void? Um, no.

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Dr. Rick Hires Hires Dental Care hiresdentalcare.com 3951 W. Sylvania Ave. 419-475.6673

Medical advancement you're most excited about: Changes in implant dentistry and implant supported dentures. These changes will give patients a better quality of life, and that is what our practice is all about.

I wish all my patients would: Make their oral health a life priority.

I'm most proud of: The great team we have— especially the fact that each year, our staff volunteers their time to serve veterans free of charge during Stars, Stripes and Smiles.

Bryan D. Royer, DC, DACNB, CCSP

Harmony Chiropractic Center, 3829 Woodley Rd. Ste., 419-517-5055 BestToledoChiropractor.com

Your medical philosophy: Chiropractic care for all musculoskeletal problems should be the first choice.Once you cut, you can’t take it back and properly prescribed medications can cause major health issues.

Pet peeve: Bad posture. It can be the root cause of a myriad of medical conditions.

Grandma was right, sit up straight.

I'm most proud of: My certification in Chiropractic Neurology. Just like in medicine, chiropractic has specialties and the Neurology certification is one of the most difficult to achieve. It means that I am able to treat many neurological issues, like concussions, vertigo/dizziness, ADHD & dyslexia, using brain based exercises and without the use of drugs or surgery.

Sarah Stierman, M.D Dermatology Associates, Inc. daohio.com Levis Commons,12780 Roachton Rd. Ste. 1 Perrysburg 419-872-0777

Your medical philosophy: Patient care is a partnership, where both doctor and patient take ownership of the patient's health. Patient/ physician rapport is integral to excellent care.

Area of practice you're excited about: Everything! Dermatology is unique in that I get to care for a wide patient demographic with a broad spectrum of concerns— from infant birthmarks to teenage acne to adult cosmetic concerns, skin cancers, and beyond. I love my job. an and Christy Drs. Sarah Stierm

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Your medical philosophy: A healthy mouth promotes a healthy body. Treat patients like family, respect their time and offer the highest standards of care.

Medical advancement you're most excited about: Our

advanced technology allows us to help make your smile look its best. And we have our own patients’ pictures to prove it.

I am most proud of: The changes I have made in lives through dentistry. It is humbling.

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Area of practice you're excited about: Facial and body rejuvenation, basically restoring a youthful fresh look for my patients.

Words I live by: Treat everybody as family, patients are treated like someone I care about. Once you are my patient, you become part of my family.

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Your medical philosophy: Treat my patients with dignity, compassion and respect.

I wish all my patients would: Follow their doctor’s recommendations.

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Guilty pleasure: Belgian beer

Dr. Marlene C. Welch Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and Medical Director at FACES Skin Health Experts skinbyfaces.com 6595 Secor Rd., 734-568-6100

Your medical philosophy: I take a holistic approach to medicine. I am interested in partnering with my patients to help them make improvements for a healthy lifestyle.

I practice what I preach. My patients and I hold each other accountable in our commitment to health and wellness.

I wish all my patients would: Exercise.

Words I live by: If you want something you've never had, you have to do something

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SylvaniaVet, sylvaniavet.com 4801 N. Holland Sylvania Rd. at Harroun, Sylvania 419-885-4421

Area of practice you're excited about: Practicing high quality medicine. I am especially interested in canine reproduction and advanced dental care.

I wish all my patients would: Appreciate the fact that we are available after-hours. There is no need to wait for any sort of emergency. Your pet wouldn’t be here alone, there is someone here at all times.

Words I live by: My glass is always half full Pet peeve: People who don’t realize that adopting a pet is a lifetime responsibility.

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Your medical philosophy: Follow the golden rule: Treat every patient as I would like to be treated.

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Jason J. Peisley, D.C. Fairwood Health & Body Transition, BurnFatToledo.com 5215 Monroe Street 419-517-1030

Your medical philosophy: The cornerstone of my practice and

the future of medicine is preventing and treating the “causes” of disease— not the symptoms— by using advanced holistic, non-pharmaceutical approach to restore health and wellness.

I wish all my patients would: Enjoy good health, stop to smell the roses, and find joy in their lives.

Guilty pleasure: Texas Hold'em and Myrtle Beach, SC annual men's golf retreat.

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tice has grown exponentially with young adults seeking full body skin exams. That excites me because I am able to not only do the exam, but also to educate them about sun protection and the danger signs of skin cancer to watch for.

I wish all my patients would: I wish all my patients would wear sunscreen; unfortunately many still do not.

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Glenn Whitted, MD Toledo Clinic Orthopaedics toledoclinic.com 4235 Secor Rd. 419-479-5820

My medical philosophy: Remember that the patient will always tell the doctor what is really wrong, and that if I listen carefully and treat the patient with compassion, I will always be able to help in some way.

Pet peeve: People not interested in my patients’ welfare (insurers, the government) preventing me from focusing my talents in taking care of my patients with compassion, in the way that I was trained.

Joani Donovan, LMT, CKTP

Guilty pleasure: Homemade chocolate chip cookies!

Ultimate Body Mind & Spirit ubmsmassage.com 3450 W Central Ave., Suite 310 419-367-1417

Your medical philosophy: Western Medicine and naturopathic medicine should work together more often than they do.

I wish all my patients would: Give honest feedback about their treatments Words I live by: “Be the change you wish to see in the world”— Ghandi

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Lake Erie British Historic Car Show The 17th annual car and motorcycle show will feature over 200 classic British vehicles of different makes and models. 10am-3pm. Fort Meigs, 29100 W. River Rd., Perrysburg.

419-874-4121. lebcc.org. Free

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Sat 6/20 Partners in Education Dragon Boat Summer Learning Festival Summer Learning Day (June 20) is a national advocacy day recognized to spread awareness about the importance of summer learning for the nation’s youth. International Park, Toledo. 419-242-2212. toledodragonboat.org

Sat 6/20 Rock the Docks With live music, dancing and fantastic foods, this outdoor tented evening is the perfect start to the summer season. 7pm. $5 admission, 21+ up.

Downtown Perrysburg.

6/14 Rhythm on the River, Fusion & Calm Enjoy the great outdoors and delightful sounds at the Wright Pavilion.

13827 Old US 24, Grand Rapids.

6/17-6/21 Holland Strawberry Festival There will be parades, pageants, and prizes galore as well as a strawberry dessert contest, rides, and live music. Visit website for times and prices.

7807 Angola Rd., Holland. 419-867-1532. hollandstrawberryfestival.org

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Third Thursday Loop Experience the culture and creativity of downtown Toledo during the exciting new bus loop around the city. Also on July 16 & August 20. Buses are $1 for unlimited rides. 5:30-9pm.

419-254-2787. theartscommission.org

Musical Dinner Cruise What could be better than a relaxing cruise up the Maumee River enjoying traditional Hungarian fare from Tony Packo`s and the music of Kerry Patrick Clark.

Reservations required. 6:308:30pm. $30. Sandpiper Boat at Promenade Park, 120 Water St.

6/18 4th Annual T-Town Dash EPIC Toledo presents a funfilled scavenger hunt that will take you through the unique culture of downtown Toledo. Registration required. $20. 5:30pm.

Owens Corning, 1 Owens Corning Pkwy.

419-243-8191. epictoledo.com

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Blissfield Car Show Cars and motorcycles will zoom onto Lane St. on June 11. Come by to check out the display, or register your own set of wheels. Enjoy food and wares from local vendors. Also on August 13 & September 10. 5-8pm.

Lane St., Downtown Blissfield, MI. 517-486-3642. blissfieldmainstreet.com Free

Rapids Rally Days Explore and enjoy downtown Grand Rapids for the weekend with a barbeque, sidewalk sales, tractor and trolley rides, parade, a petting zoo, children’s art area, and various activities for the entire family. 10am-5pm.

Downtown Grand Rapids, OH. 419-832-1106. grandrapidsohio.com Free

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Perrysburg Farmers Market Over 50 vendors will be displaying their wares at this weekly market. You can buy locally grown fruits and veggies, delicious baked goods, plants and garden art, and hand-crafted creations. Rain or shine. 3-8pm. Thursdays through October 8. 100 Louisiana Ave., Perrysburg.

419-874-9147. perrysburg-farmers-market.com

Lunch at Levis Square Every Thursday enjoy the warm weather, food trucks and live music. St. Clair at Madison

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Ghost Hunting at CAC Rumored to be haunted, the Collingwood Arts Center has been featured in the books “Ghost Hunting Ohio” and the “Haunted Ohio” series. Ages 18+. 8pm-1am. $35/advance, $45/at door.

Collingwood Arts Center, 2413 Collingwood Blvd. 419-244-2787. collingwoodartscenter.org

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20 Muster on the Maumee Soldiers, artisans, and civilians give demonstrations throughout the weekend.

Period military camps are open for visiting. Weapon demonstrations take place each day. Also on June 21.

9:30am-5pm. $9/adults, $8/ seniors, $5/students, free/ ages 5 and under. Fort Meigs State Memorial Park, 29100 W. River Rd., Perrysburg. 419-874-4121. fortmeigs.org

6/27 MetroBarks Festival Celebrate the 12th annual canine festival with entertainment, food, rescue/adoption groups and vendor booths. Dogs are welcome. 9:30am1:30pm. Swan Creek Metropark, 4659 Airport Hwy. 419-407-9700. metroparkstoledo.com

6/26 & 6/27 Sand-Tastic Enjoy strolling entertainment and live music while you witness four 8-ton sand sculptures and chalk drawings come to life. Noon-7pm. The Town Center at Levis Commons, 3201 Levis Commons Blvd., Perrysburg.

419-931-8888. shopleviscommons.com Free

6/26-6/28 Crosby Festival of the Arts Over 200 national and local artists display their medium of choice at this elite arts festival, accompanied by some delicious food vendors. Preview party 6-10pm Friday, 10am-6pm Saturday, 10am-4pm Sunday. $8, Free/ ages 12 and under and TBG members get in.

6/20 Food Truck Fest The best local food trucks gather together for a day of foodie bliss. There will also be live music, art and kids activities. 2-8pm.

Promenade Park, downtown Toledo.

26 Party @ the Park Festival Ring in the summer with live music and food trucks. If you bring five cans of food for a free drink. Donations benefit the Toledo Food Bank.

4-midnight. $25. Promenade Park, 136 N. Summit St. toledofoodbank.org

ZooToDo Enjoy food from over 50 local fine dining venues and live music on multiple stages at this black tie and tennis shoe extravaganza.

Support the Toledo Zoo and enjoy a relaxing evening of sophistication at the same time. 6pm-midnight. $150.

Toledo Zoo, 2700 Broadway.

419-385-4040. toledozoo.org

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Play Time Exhibition Celebration The celebration of the museum’s summer exhibition, Play Time, will take over the campus and close down Monroe Street. Enjoy a live spectacle by Redmoon Theater of Chicago. 6-10pm. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org

Bacon Fest Celebrate your love of all things bacon at Kelley’s Island Wine Co.’s third annual Bacon Fest.

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South Pacific The Toledo Repertoire Theatre will kick off summer and end its 82nd season with the classic Rogers and Hammerstein musical “South Pacific.” See more on page 27.

Fridays-Sundays, June 5 through June 21. 16 West 10th St. 419-243-9277. toledorep.org

OWE Festival 2015 The festival includes official events like house tours, The King Wamba Parade and a juried art fair as well as front yard grill-outs, brunches, porch musicians, street performers, face painting, parties,and curbside local artists.

Also on June 7. See pullout for more information. Toledo Old West End Neighborhood. toledooldwestend.com/owe-festival

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6/11 Cherry Fest Spend the day with fun-filled rides, games, food, live bands, and a huge parade. Whitehouse, OH

6/6-6/7 44th Annual Old West End Festival Spend your weekend wrapped up in the wonder and culture of the Historic OWE. See pullout for more info. 419-244-5676. toledooldwestend.com Free

6/4-6/7 Blessed Sacrament Festival Live music, Polish food, a giant midway and rides will take up the grounds for a weekend of fun. Visit website for a full schedule of events. blessedsacramentfest.com Free

Point Place Days The 23rd Annual Point Place Days celebration offers a variety of events from outdoor concerts and pie eating contests to kayaking. Visit website for a full schedule of events. ppbaonline.com

FESTIVALS

6/28 Three Days Grace. 7:30pm. $31.50. Centennial Terrace, 5773 Centennial Rd., Sylvania. 419-885-7247. centennialterrace.org

6/27 Get the Led Out. 8pm. $20-$27.50. Centennial Terrace, 5773 Centennial Rd., Sylvania. 419-885-7247. centennialterrace.org

6/12 Rob Zombie. 8pm. $40-$51. Centennial Terrace, 5773 Centennial Rd., Sylvania. 419-885-7247. centennialterrace.org

6/7 Barenaked Ladies wsg Violent Femmes. 6:45pm. $43-$68.50.

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

6/6 Dwele. 8pm. Hollywood Casino, 1968 Miami St. 419-661-5200. hollywoodcasinotoledo.com Free

6/6 Lil Boosie. 7pm. $50-$300. Seagate Convention Center, 401 Jefferson Ave. 419-321-5007. toledo-seagate.com

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Cigar Cruise on the Sandpiper Relax with a smoke and a 2-hour tour along the riverfront, checking out the old and new sights of Toledo. Bring your cigars, beverages, and a picnic to enjoy on the river. Also on July 28 & September 8. 7pm. $18. Space is limited, so make reservations.

Jefferson St. Dock at Promenade Park, Downtown Toledo.

419-537-1212. sandpiperboat.com

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Celebrity Chef Experience Giveaway Final Cut at Hollywood Casino

Award-winning chef and cookbook author, Rocco Dispirito, will take over Final Cut’s kitchen, and you have a chance to win a seating for two as well as a live cooking demonstration. All Marquee Rewards cardholders receive one free entry into the drawing. Must be present to win. Drawing entry runs through June 12 with the winner be drawn, 6-8pm on June 12. 1968 Miami St. 419661-5200. hollywoodcasinotoledo.com

Thursday, 6.4

Boots, Bling & BBQ Bar 145

Don your best bling and join us for the 2nd annual Boots, Bling & BBQ including live music, mouthwatering BBQ from local establishments, raffles and more. Proceeds benefit JDRF of Northwest Ohio. Ages 21+. 6pm. $50. 5305 Monroe St. 419-593-0073. bar145toledo.com

Picnic Lunch Cruise Sandpiper Boat

Some 2 hour cruises view stately homes, yacht clubs, and wildlife, while others go downriver to see the new Veteran’s Glass City Skyway Bridge, Toledo’s busy port, the shipyard and & dry-docks. The cruise includes a casual picnic lunch. Thursdays through September. Reservations Required. $23/adults, $15/kids under 12.

11:30am. Jefferson Street Dock. 419-537-1212. sandpiperboat.com

Sunday, 6.7

Jazz Brunch with the Art Tatum Jazz Society Toledo Museum of Art Glass Pavilion Courtyard

Tea at Stranleigh: Welcome Home ‘Our Patriotic Tea Wildwood Preserve Metropark Manor House Solarium

Saluting 70 years since the end of WWII. Seatings include tea, two sandwiches, two desserts and musical entertainment. Reservations tea’s are scheduled between 11:30am-12:30pm and walk-in guest will be welcomed 12:30-2:30pm. $10.

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

Lean, meat-grilling eatery adds chef, renovation

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New owner, Eric Tudor, has transformed the restaurant to offer cutting-edge cuisine.

Wine Tasting Walt Churchill’s Market

Taste the wine recommendations of Maggie Smith, local wine connoisseur and WCM team member.

On June 13, Learn which red wines are perfect for the summer. Noon-5pm. Prices vary per sample.

3320 Briarfield Blvd., Maumee. 419-794-4000. waltchurchillsmarket.com

Tea Reading with Tamilyn Shean Schedel Gardens and Arboretum

Experience the Victorian Art of Tea reading with Tamilyn Shean. What does the cup hold for your future? Appetizers provided. $15/non-members, $13/members. Reservations required. Gardens will open at 5pm for visitors to enjoy the greenery. 6pm.

19255 W. Portage River S. Rd., Elmore.

419-862-3182

Tuesday, 6.9

Wine Tasting Forrester’s on the River

Sample 5-6 unique wines each week along with tapas style appetizers. Also on June 16. 5:30pm. $10-$15. 26 Main St. 419-691-2626.

Saturday, 6.13

The Jazz Brunch starts a new summer Sunday tradition: swinging music and an inspired morning menu. 11am. $24. 2445 Monroe St. 419-2558000. toledomuseum.org

Saturday, 6.13

Cooking Class: Smoked, Stoked, & Butchered Degage Jazz Cafe

During this class, attendees will learn the basic techniques of butchery and smoking. 1-3pm. $55/single, $100/couple. 301 River Rd., Maumee.

419-794-8205. historiccommercialbuilding.com

Tastings

Homespun Exchange & Jackie O’s Tap Takeover Paula Brown Shop

Jackie O’s will takeover the tap with six of their unique craft beers from the Athens brewery alongside a marketplace for handmade artists and small business owners to showcase their work and share it with our community. Noon-8pm. 912 Monroe St. facebook.com/paulabrownshop

Ongoing Tastings Wednesdays

Wine Tasting Veritas Cork & Craft

Enjoy tasting some of the latest wines.

5:30-7:30pm. $15. 505 Jefferson Ave. 419-214-9463. veritastoledo.com

Wednesday, 6.3

Thursdays

Wines of Italy: Wine Class Zinful

Nick Kubiak, Certified Specialist of Wine and Spirit will delve into the grape varieties and wine regions of “Oenotria”. Includes wine samples, cheese and crackers. Reservations suggested. 6:30pm.

7541 Dutch Rd., Waterville.

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Wine + Cheese Tastings Treo Restaurant

Sample unique wines and snack on a paired cheese platter. 6-8pm. $15. 5703 Main St., Sylvania.

419-882-2266. treosylvania.com

Saturdays

Weekly Beer Tasting The Andersons Sylvania Market

Sample a variety of hand-selected beer. 2-4pm.

Prices vary. 7638 W. Sylvania Ave. 419-517-7707. andersonsstore.com/events

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PerrysBurgers grills up for another season

PerrysBurgers, the burger joint, which not surprisingly is located in Perrysburg, is not a new restaurant. Since 2010, this local delight has been serving up unique creations for hamburger fanatics. 32 seats make this a cozy space.

The comfortable vibe has been recently refreshed under the lead of new own, Eric Tudor, with a new head chef and cosmetic upgrades to the front-of-house, transforming this small hideaway into the must-try eatery of the summer.

“I think it’s much more comfortable now,” said Dana Daher, head chef of PerrysBurgers.

I spoke with Daher about the new menu items which she brings from 26 years of cooking experience - homemade hamburger sauces, such as the Kobe Beef Burger, topped with garlic puree, sautéed portobello and button mushroom blend (along with sautéed onions and bleu cheese).

“It’s simple, simple, simple, but it’s made from top quality ingredients— that’s the important part,” the chef explained, adding, “This is where my heart is, I enjoy it.”

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I brought two of my favorite foodies along: one with trained taste buds, and the other, a meat-lover, who actually drove back to town for the experience.

We ordered the Very Vanilla shake to share. The rich vanilla flavor, from the hand-dipped, premium vanilla bean ice cream, necessitated that courtesy be sidestepped after the first sip, as I ended the

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I swapped the beef patty for the bean burger and chose the raspberry chipotle sauce (a standard accompaniment of the Jalapeño Popper Burger). The crispy fried jalapeños straddled the border between mild and spicy, while the cream cheese cooled the fire.

The sauce also has a sweetness that I didn’t expect — but craved with each bite.

The sweet potato fries, paired with cinnamon and honey flavored dipping sauce, were excellent. I pushed the basket of fries away, attempting to refrain, but my efforts proved futile.

My friend ordered the Sloppy Carolina Burger, comprised of fresh Angus Beef, coleslaw, chili and onion. The burger earns the moniker “sloppy”, but is worth the mess. The homemade chili was so good a bowl by itself would be welcome.

PerrysBurgers’ tagline proves to be true - “Uncommon Burgers & Unending Fries.” Whether you’re ready to explore new flavors or just keeping it simple with a classic cheeseburger, this restaurant is for everyone. Especially kids, who eat for free with adult purchase every Tuesday from 2pm-4pm, accompanied with story time and a movie.

11am-8pm Monday-Wednesday, 11am9pm Thursday-Saturday, noon-8pm Sunday.

Perrysburgers, 220 Louisiana Ave. 419-931-9083, facebook.com/PerrysBurger.

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Smoke on the water

Journey down the Maumee River on a two hour Sandpiper Cigar Cruise to enjoy views of downtown Toledo, as well as the new developments along the riverfront while puffing on a stogie. Bring your own snacks, beverages and cigars. Reservations required. 7-9pm on Tuesdays, June 16, July 28 & September 8. $18. The Sandpiper Boat, at the foot of Jefferson Avenue in Promenade Park, downtown. 419-537-1212. sandpiperboat.com

Taps and tapas

The customers have spoken and Veritas Cork & Craft has answered— in fresh summer style. Since opening in August 2014, they have featured a tapas style menu and wine by the glass, as well as draft beer and a full liquor selection. The new summer menu, comprised of locally sourced produce and made-from-scratch items, including flatbreads, summer salads, and Veritas’ first seafood item, a smoked salmon board. Lounge hours: 4pm-close, Monday-Saturday. Veritas Cork & Craft, 505 Jefferson Ave. 419-214-9463. veritastoledo.com

Please inquire about our Chef's Table and the Periodic Table. Perfect for your next special occasion or corporate event.

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Cool off with a treat of ale proportions during one of Rocky’s Saturday Sweetheart nights featuring delectable beer floats. Large enough to share, perhaps with your special someone, each float is made with craft beer and served in huge float glasses. Rotating monthly, the menu will include two new dessert drinks, created in tastebud heaven. Topped with fresh fruits, the varieties range from vanilla porters and chocolate stouts over scoops of ice cream to banana bread beer and Lambic Framboise with dark chocolate ice cream. First Saturday of the month. 6pm on Saturday, June 6. Rocky’s, 4020 Secor Rd. 419-472-1996. —MLR

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I know you aren’t supposed to judge a book by its cover, but sometimes the spine tells all. Inspired by the backbones featured on your bookshelf? A book spine poetry contest by The Sylvania Branch of the Toledo-Lucas County Library is holding a contest for poetry submissions made by stacking spine titles of items (books, CDs, Books on CD, DVDs) in its collection. Stack your favorites for a story of your own. An official call for entries and rules will be available on June 30, so there is ample time to prepare a poem with enough spine to impress the judges. Submissions will be featured on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, and at the library Submissions will be due by July 24. A ceremony will award prizes to the winners.

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Summer mics

Bleak House Coffee will get the season started right with the Summer Edition of their lauded Open Mic Night, beckoning anyone with something to share over a PA system— music, spoken word, comedy, public service announcements. This is a supportive room with a burgeoning reputation for eclectic acts. Having trouble finding motivation to stand up? Consider the words of renowned street alchemist Banksy: “Nothing in the world is more common than unsuccessful people with talent, leave the house before you find something worth staying in for.” 8-11pm, Friday, June 12. Bleak House Coffee, 612 Adams St. 419-740-1125. facebook.com/bleakhousecoffee, facebook.com/thirdspacetoledo —S(onny)F(orrest)

Play Time with Uncle James TMA celebrates

storytelling with marathon reading of Joyce's Ulysses

by Jeff McGinnis

Okay, kids! It's storytime!

A staple of every childhood is gathering around and listening to classic stories.Whether around a campfire, in a classroom, or at the dinner table, the sharing of beloved fables to prompt the imagination can provide joy. Beginning June 16, the Toledo Museum of Art (TMA) hopes to capture that same feeling for adults with a marathon reading of the James Joyce masterpiece Ulysses.

An Odyssey of our own

Part of TMA's Play Time program— a summer-long event which celebrates the wonders of having fun— the Joyce reading will take place over the course of a week and include more than fifty volunteers reading the entirety of Ulysses, Joyce's classic retelling of Homer's Odyssey.

"I think it's something that people find accessible, because it has one central character, but also a cast of thousands," Scott Boberg, Manager of Programs and Audience Engagement for TMA, said.

Boberg, a lifelong reader and admirer of Joyce's work, explained that the idea for the event came from thinking about "play" as a communal event— something that is made special by sharing the experience with others.

"This led to this idea of a marathon reading of Ulysses, a long tradition since the book was written in the 20s. Over the years, a lot of groups get together to read it— often Irish associations, but oftentimes English departments, or poets get together to read it."

There are other connections to the work of Joyce hanging in the halls of TMA. The 1931 painting Jerry, by Paul Cadmus, which depicts a man lying in bed reading a copy of Ulysses, is currently on display in an exhibition called Speaking Visual. The museum also hosts a work by David Barry -- a graphic novel rendition of

Joyce's short story The Dead, often called the greatest short story of all time.

"So we have (those) two works that look at visual interpretations, or the reading, of Joyce," Boberg said. "So, for me, programs are not only about finding things for special exhibitions, but it's also about connecting and illuminating works of art in our collection."

The whole story

It usually takes about 32 hours for the whole of Ulysses to be read aloud. TMA's event will be held in five, four to eight hour, sessions over the course of six days.

Beginning on June 16 also holds special significance— the story takes place on that date, and it is celebrated by Joyce fans the world over as Bloomsday.

"We are asking people to register or sign up for the reading in half hour blocks," Boberg said.

Between capturing that joyous sharing of story and hands-on sense of play, Boberg said he hopes attendees can experience the wonder of coming together as a group to share in the creation of something beautiful.

"I think what they're going to come away with is a communal activity.

Fundamentally this is a book about participating in your community and in your city. And I think it's about thinking about a museum in a multi-sensory way."

For more information on the James Joyce reading and Play Time, visit playtime.toledomuseum.org. For those hoping to participate, please email programs@ toledomuseum.org or call 419-255-8000 x7453.

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Toledo auteur finds a spot in Cannes

by Beth Powder

Nathan Elias found himself in Cannes with his current work, The Chest, an emotional short film about complicated family dynamics and grief. Born and raised in Toledo, Elias daydreamed about going to the Toledo School for the Arts.

After studying engineering and computer science at Toledo Technical Academy, he pursued film at The University of Toledo.

Now, he’s a long way from home.

Much of his inspiration comes from his midwestern roots. Elias says, “Toledo has an amazing community of poets, artists, filmmakers, and artistic/creative entrepreneurs. (It’s) always inspired me...I am heart broken still by the loss of the Collingwood Arts Center residency program,” with which Elias was once involved.

Having a passion for reading and writing since childhood, he became interested in film while in high school after being exposed to movies like The Breakfast Club, Pulp Fiction, and Good Will Hunting. To his friends it was pop culture, but for him it was profoundly impactful.

Opening “The Chest”

The day he received his acceptance into Cannes was like any other day. He climbed out of bed early to write and opened his email, finding that he’d been accepted. Immediately, Elias told April Preston, his partner and producer on The Chest.

The character Joy, Oliver’s wife doesn’t speak English but is ultimately the only reasonable character in the film, “by making her literally speak another language, it makes that concept more pronounced for the audience,” says Elias.

“For me, there is a mountain of comedy to be drawn from language itself.

Language, conception, communication, miscommunication, etc,” says Elias, commenting on how he is deeply inspired by other cultures and the complexities of language.

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Citing the likes of Van Sant, Wes Anderson, the Duplass Brothers, Gondry, Godard, Nolan, and others, Elias shows he’s drawn to more unconventional cinema.

“I like things that deal with philosophy, ethics, love, romance, friendship, coming of age, and I am really drawn toward dramatic comedies.”

Tools of the trade

“I believe in making work for yourself. ... I believe in starting with passion projects.

I believe in finding your voice. I believe whether you want to be in business or in art... you have to learn all the technical stuff first, like lighting, camera, audio and sound, screenplay structure, etc, then go make a film from your heart,” said Elias, when reflecting on his positive experience in UT’s Film and Creative Writing departments.

Before The Chest, the former Toledoan had directed several short form pieces, also pursuing acting and writing careers.

He inevitably co-wrote and co-starred in Kleptos with Rachel Paulson.

“Really, I plan to do writing, directing, acting, producing... either together, or separately. Kleptos was the first time I performed something I wrote. The plan was always to get to a point where I could direct something I wrote that I also act in… (I’m) in it to be an artist and an auteur.”

Elias intends next to foray into directing and writing features. I Will Go with You is a project he developed for a platform like Netflix or HBO that could be retooled to play as a short film accompanying a feature. He’s also currently developing a feature-length psychological drama.

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Grab a blanket and your family, and kick back to enjoy movies outdoors this summer. The Sylvania Area Chamber of Commerce will host Family Movie Night the second Thursday of each month. Different locations around the city will host these family-friendly events, with films beginning at dusk. The first movie night will take place on June 11th, with a screening of Frozen at Centennial Terrace. 7-11pm. For more information check ourtownsylvania.com/events —MK

Dr. Seuss’ magical and moving world Dr. Seuss is well known for his imaginative language and vivid imagery in his children’s stories, but less known is his live-action work. Released in 1953, Dr. Seuss’ family-friendly film “The 5,000 Fingers of Dr. T� follows the story of young Bart Collins, who hates his piano lessons with Dr. Terwilliker. One day he falls asleep while practicing piano and enters a mysterious and musical world.

The film received mixed reviews when it released but since has developed a cult following. 2-3:45pm Sunday, June 14. Toledo Museum of Art. 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free —SH

film events Friday, 6.5

The Dynamic Earth - This program, narrated by Liam Neeson, examines the Earth’s climate engine, the Carbon Cycle.

Fridays through June. 8:30pm. $7/adults, $5/children, seniors, students, free/ages 4 and under. The University of Toledo Ritter Planetarium, 2855 W. Bancroft St. 419-530-2650. toledo.edu/nsm/rpbo Tuesday, 6.9

The Human Experiment - This film

lifts the veil on the shocking reality that thousands of untested chemicals are in our

everyday products, our homes and our bodies.

See how activists are fighting the well-funded chemical industry. 7-9pm. New Beginnings Healing Center, 202 N. McCord Rd. 419-2977-5711. nbhctoledo.com Free

Wednesday, 6.10

Cirque du Soleil: One Night for One Drop - One Night for ONE DROP is a

completely original performance that occurred when world renowned performers, alongside artists from all eight Las Vegas Cirque du Soleil shows. 7:30pm. $14/adult, $13/senior, $12/child. Fallen Timbers 14 with XD, 2300 Village Dr. West, Maumee. 419-878-3898. fathomevents.com

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Pacifically speaking

The Rep brings the beach to you for South Pacific

by Megan Aherne

Stars, Lindsey Denham as Nellie Forbush and Michael Searle as Emile Debeque, show off the immortal words of Aaliyah, “age ain’t nothing but a number.”

The Toledo Repertoire Theatre will kick off summer and end its 82nd season with the classic Rogers and Hammerstein musical South Pacific.

Lindsey Denham, starring as the lead, Ensign Nellie Forbush, will literally be washing her hair as she sings the unforgettable tune, “I’m Gonna Wash That Man Right Outta My Hair.” After two scenes onstage with wet hair and bare feet, she’ll return with dry hair and fresh makeup—that’s the magic of theatre, folks.

Bridging the gap

“This is just as relevant now as when it won the Pulitzer in 1949,” director James Norman states, “unfortunately what they were writing about in the 1940s, has not changed all that much.” Classics are timeless—although cultures evolve there are some things, for better and worse, that will never change.

While contemporary theatre is trending, many theatres in the area are producing new plays or musicals. “It’s really important to perform the older generation of musicals because it gives you a wonderfully rounded palette to pull from,” Denham states, “as a performer, you need to be able to lend yourself to both classical and contemporary genres.”

Doing it my way

Rogers and Hammerstein laid the foundation for Broadway and their works are staples in the American musical theatre canon. Norman pays homage to these gentlemen by directing true to text and not applying a conceptual filter to this

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Norman did take the liberty of altering the length—that’s right, you won’t have to sit for 3.5 hours. South Pacific takes place on an island and The Rep’s stage will mimic that beach vibe.

The cast size is also smaller, allowing for a more efficient and detailed process.

“The highlight of this show is the energy that this cast is bringing,” Norman says, “the nurses and the navy guys are the comic relief and the fun in the show, while the lead players carry out the dramatic points.”

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Love knows no bounds

“What is fun, also has a message,” Norman says. Rogers and Hammerstein are known for creating works that socially advocate. In South Pacific, the driving dramatic force is racism and how it affects our ability to love.

When Nellie finds out that her love interest has children that are half Polynesian, her prejudices arise, causing her to evaluate the convictions that were instilled through social and familial conditions. As the story unfolds, Nellie happily-ever-after overcomes intolerance.

“It’s a really great cast of some Rep veterans and some new people to the theatre,” Norman quips, “it’s going to be a terrific show.”

South Pacific runs for three weekends beginning June 5 through June 21. 8pm Friday and Saturday, 2:30pm Sunday. $25/adults, $23/senior, $10/ages 13+, $5/students 12 and under. The Toledo Repertoire Theatre, 16 10th St., 419-243-9277. toledorep.org

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Head Over Heels Over the Moon

Falling in love under the moonlight has been the inspiration for many timeless works of art. Let the Masterworks Chorale of Toledo woo you with romantic song and dance this summer at its concert, Collage VIII: Blue Moon, at the Valentine Theater. Along with the Chorale, celebrated artists such as the Ballet Theatre of Toledo, the Children’s Choir of Northwest Ohio, jazz singer Morgan Stiegler, and jazz guitarist Chris Buzzelli will all be there to dazzle you out of your seats. 8pm. Saturday, June 6. $30/A-level, $25/B-level, $12/student. 410 Adams Street. Tickets available through the Valentine Theatre Box Office at 419-242-2787. valentinetheatre.com —AZ

Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious

The classic and charming story of the “practically perfect” nanny, Mary Poppins, will soon delight audiences at the Croswell Opera House. Sing along to favorites, such as “A Spoonful of Sugar” and “Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious.” The musical will truly take flight - special stageeffects will ensure that Mary flies along with her umbrella. Saturday June 13 - June 28. 8pm, Fridays and Saturdays. 2:30pm, Sundays and Saturday June 20. Croswell Opera House, 129 E. Maumee St., Adrian, MI. 517-264-7469. croswell.org

Skeletons in the closet

Sometimes coming to terms with your future means bringing up the past. Would you sacrifice your need for closure to maintain the comfort of your family?

In Other Desert Cities, these difficult questions are explored. A finalist for the 2012 Pulitzer Prize, this OffBroadway drama by Jon Robin Baitz follows the repercussions of a woman’s announcement to her family that she will be writing a memoir, opening up their dark past. Thursday June 11 through Saturday July 11. 7:30pm, Thursdays. 8pm, Fridays and Saturdays. 2pm, Saturdays and Sundays. $13.50-$39. Performance Network Theatre, 120 E. Huron St., Ann Arbor.

734-663-0681. pntheatre.org —AC

Post-Apocalypse at the Purple Rose

In a dystopian world, where war has torn apart the fabric of human civilization, what will become of the human race? Will it survive? Will light emerge from deep within the human spirit? Or perhaps, greater darkness? Come see the world premiere of the play 2AZ by Michael Brian Ogden (Corktown, Bleeding Red) to see these questions and more explored on the stage.

Showing June 11th- August 29th. 2pm Sundays. 2pm and 7pm Wednesdays. 7pm Thursdays. 8pm Fridays.

3pm and 8pm Saturdays. Tickets: $15-$42 depending on the night. Purple Rose Theater, 137 Park St., Chelsea, MI 48118. Go to purplerosetheatre.org for tickets and info. --AZ

theater events Friday, 6.5 Masks - The Glacity Theatre Collective exposes modern day slavery through dance.

This exciting collaboration between GTC and Toledo Ballet is for one weekend only. 7:30pm, with a talkback to follow, on June 5 & June 6. $10. UT Center for Performing Arts’ Studio Theatre, at the corner of Towerview Blvd. & Campus Drive West on the main campus. utoledo.edu glacity.com toledoballet.net Sunday, 6.7

Black Cat Milonga - Learn the saucy dance of Tango with a free beginners class at 5pm and then show off your moves while enjoying with DJ Steve Darmo from 6-9pm.

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Once Upon a Mattress - A children’s performance of the musical comedy based on the book, Princess and the Pea, by Hans Christian Anderson. 7pm, June 11-13. $8, tickets on sale at Grounds for Though (174 S. Main St., Bowling Green. 419-354-3266).

BGSU Wolfe Center for the Arts, Bowling Green. horizonyouththeater.com Tuesday, 6.16 Summer Soiree - Join the Toledo Opera Guild for a FUNdraiser with food demonstrations, cocktails, snacks and more. All proceeds will go to supporting the Toledo Opera. 5-8:30pm. $15. Paula Brown Shop, 912 Monroe St. For tickets, contact ldraheim3434@att.net, toledooperaguild.com

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Exploring the creative landscape Efforts for art tourism in a tour de force

by Athena Cocoves

It’s hard to ignore the booming art development in our great town. To showcase our diverse talent, integrative programs, world-class museum and programming, artist Jesse Mireles and Jules Webster, owner of The Art Supply Depo, have developed the first Art Tours Toledo.

A tour de force

Art Tours Toledo began last November over a series of conversations between Mireles and Webster. Mireles was interested in bringing art tourism to Toledo, a large cultural and economic draw.

After looking at grants that would provide 1.9 CEU credit hours to teachers and educators who wanted to learn about the local art community, Mireles brought the idea to Webster. The duo spent time assessing possible locations and lectures and soon realized that Art Tours Toledo was possible in house, without grant funding.

“Toledo already has a lot of potential for art tourism,” said Webster. “The Art Supply Depo has a lot of people who travel several hours and they often ask what to do in town, so I knew there was an aspect of art tourism that is already untapped.”

As major players in the arts community, Webster and Mireles combined their expertise to develop the tour. Speaking with local artists, curators and owners of creative spaces, the duo began to shift the nature of the tour.

While credit hours are still available the tour has transformed from a focused effort to raise educational awareness to a project that could include a more comprehensive approach to the variety of artistic endeavors that Toledo offers.

This will appeal, not just to educators, but both serious art buyers and the creatively curious who are Toledoans and travellers alike.

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“There is this idea that people in Toledo aren’t spending money on art,” said Webster. “But that just isn’t true: they are just spending it outside of town.”

Going to town

While the tour will make stops in popular, public art spaces, such as the Toledo Museum of Art and a celebratory evening during June’s 3rd Thursday Loop, the tour will also provide special, exclusive visits to private studies and collections. While even public sites will include specialty presentations.

Highlights include: a glimpse into the unmarked studio of Leslie Adams; a tour of the Jack Schmidt and Shawn Messenger Glass Studio; David Eichenburg’s painting studio; Olive Street Studios and presentation by Richard Reed; a curbside presentation of The Warehouse District by architect Paul Sullivan; a tour by mural project coordinator Gordon Ricketts of Broadway Street; a presentation exploring visual literacy and a tour featuring the collection highlights of the TMA Glass Pavilion; a guided, private tour of the Owens Corning Fiberglass Gallery at OFC World Headquarters, a world-class collection unavailable to the public.

Since the nature of the program is private and limited to 20 tourists, those not a part of the tour are not allowed to join at public spots, though Webster encourages those interested to research local spots and visit themselves.

“There are so many places we wish we could’ve included,” said Webster. “Depending on how this goes, we would love to do more in the future.”

Art Tours Toledo will take place Thursday, June 18 through Saturday, June 20. $115 per person.

For questions and to register for the tour, contact Jules at The Art Supply Depo (29 S. St. Clair St., 419-720-6462, artsupplydepo.com).

Overnight guests are encouraged to make reservations at the Park Inn (101 N. Summit St, 419-241-3000, parkinn.com).

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On Friday, May 22, The Toledo Museum of Art quietly opened its major summer exhibition, Play Time. TMA visitors were surprised by curious, creative and lively interactive installations. Social media lit up with the lure of play: photos of adults and children Shocked by the new exhibition? Harmonic Motion 3 playing in a large, crocheted hamoffers a place to fall back and take it all in. mock (Harmonic Motion, by Toshiko Horiuchi MacAdam and Charles Richard MacAdam) and interacting with a mutually-responsive, mysterious black orb (Ground Control, by Edith Dekyndt), or swinging in the sky (Swing Space,

by Jillian Mayer). To give Play Time the party it so clearly calls for, the TMA will host the Play Time Exhibit Celebration. Monroe Street will shut down for the play date. In additional, the Redmoon Theater of Chicago perform for the celebration, and the two days prior (times TBA). 6-10pm, Saturday June 13. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org, playtime.toledomuseum.org

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You’re likely familiar with the Toledo Zoo’s 17-foot-long saltwater crocodile, the 600-pound fiberglass sculpture of a Quetzalcoatlus pterosaur, the large mural at Black Cloister Brewery, or the new Children’s Area at the West Branch Toledo Library— but are you familiar with the two Toledoans who make these fantastical sculptures?

Graphite Design + Build, the Warehouse District workspace dedicated to pulling ideas off of paper and into public spaces, will open its Jeremy and Doug snuggle up with their doors for Designhood. Graphite owners, DougSlatwater Croc - don’t worry, it won’t bite. las Kampfer and Jeremy Link, will invite visitors to ask questions and view the studio. To bring together more local creatives, the IGers of Toledo, an Instagramming group of talented, local photographers, will also share their work throughout the evening. Cash bar for 21+. 5-7pm Thursday, June 11. Graphite Design + Build, 15 N. Huron St. graphitedandb.com, facebook.com/ events/776216052475669, instagram.com/igers_toledo

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Masters Series: Minneapolis Institute of Arts Director Kaywin Feldman - Feldman’s goal has

Nature Shoot: Dragonflies - Naturalist-

Island Art Fair - Learn about selling artwork during the Perrysburg farmer’s market inside the coffeehouse, My Daily Grind. 3-8pm. My Daily Grind Coffeehouse, 120 Lousiana Ave., Perrysburg.

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Knit and Sip - Enjoy delicious wine and nice weather while you knit. First Thursday of every month. 5:30-8pm. Majestic Oak Winery, 13554 Mohler Rd., Grand Rapids. 419-875-6474. majesticoakwinery.com Free

Friday, 6.5 Gallery Talk: Larry Nichols, “Timeless Topics: Honor Upheld in the Old Masters” - Old

Master paintings might seem outdated, but this informative lecture will highlight the contemporary relevance in the themes explored in select TMA paintings. 7pm. The Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free

“Momentary” Artist Talk - Featured artists,

Crystal Gale Phelps and Amber Valentine, will speak about their work. 7-9pm. LeSo Gallery, 1527 Starr Ave. lesogallery.com Free

Saturday, 6.6 Paintings in Bloom Ends - Today is your last chance to see the beautiful watercolor works of David Herzig. Hudson Gallery, 5645 N. Main St. 419-885-8381 hudsongallery.net Free

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Loosen Up with Palette Knife Painting!

Learn how to use palette knives for bold and free expression in your works. Creative rich textures using acrylics and oils. Noon-4pm, Friday June 12 and 19. $75, ages 18+. The Art Supply Depo, 29 S. St. Clair St. 419-720-6462. artsupplydepo.com

Introduction to Spencerian Script - Take your handwriting to the next level by learning the Ohiomade continuous cursive stroke. Special materials required, contact the Depo for details. 10am-4pm. $76, ages 16+. The Art Supply Depo, 29 S. St. Clair St. 419-720-6462. artsupplydepo.com

ONGOING Classic Car Paintings - Ted McLaren’s incredible, 21 large scale paintings of the signature elements of classic cars will be on display through June 15. Perrysburg Municipal Building, 201 W. Indiana Ave., Perrysburg. 419-324-4758. mainartery.com 4 Generation Gentieu Friemoth Art Exhibition - Discover the work of four generations

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4th Annual Tiffin Music & Art Festival

Over 40 hand-made craft vendors, eclectic artwork, over 30 bands on four outdoor stages, a large beer garden and more. Opens again at 10am on Saturday. 4pm-midnight. HedgesBoyer Park, 491 Coe St., Tiffin. 567-207-501. tiffinmusicandartfestival.com

Saturday, 6.13

Some say the grass is always greener on the other side. Instead of enviously peaking over the fence, the Toledo Museum of Art is inviting neighbors inside for their newest exhibition, Earthly Beauty, as it explores the green grass— or lack of grass— globally, featuring more than 90 works of art depicting worldly wonder, with views both real and fictitious. Earthly Beauty will remind viewers of the very gorgeous and diverse ways of the world. Assembled from the TMA’s collection, and curated by Tom Loeffler, you can Winslow er, Boys Beaching a Dory, 1880 expect watercolors, drawings, paintings and famil- of Toledo Hom Courtesy Museum of Art. iar works. Through September 6. Toledo Museum of Art Works on Paper Gallery, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org Toledo loves love— and all of its murals.

Those colorful paintings, sprawling across our lovely Glass City, are beautifying our town and helping build economic revitalization by enticing investors. Craving more walls to stare at? The Warehouse District Association is offering 12 local arists the opportunity to paint the wall near the Farmer’s Market (donate to help life. indiegogo.com/fundraisers/toledo-warehousedistrict-mural-projects). “Martin for All” by Yusuf Lateef, on the corner of Delaware and Collingwood has been installed. Lateef also recently installed “A View from Above” on the corner of Detroit and Delaware. Local artist, Gail Christofferson, will work with the Department of Neighborhoods and The University of Toledo on a stained glass beauty.

A mural honoring the late local artist, Judy Dilloway, is soon to be installed by Maura Amato and some of Dilloway’s former students at Adams and 11th Street. For more murals and information on the projects, please visit facebook.com/Art-Corner-Toledo-ACT or join the public Facebook group “Toledo Loves Murals.” —AC

photography Bob Jacksy and Metropark director of photography Art Weber lead this program will help you catch these winged beauties for a stunning photo. Macro capable equipment recommended.

Register online. 10am. $15, $12 for Metropark members. Oak Openings Preserve, 4139 Girdham Rd., Swanton. 419-407-9700. metroparkstoledo.com art.weber@metroparkstoledo.com

been “making art and art museums essential to everyone.” Hear about his process, goals and the challenges facing museums in the 21st CE. 6pm.

The Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free

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of artists. Through July 11. 10am-5pm, TuesdayFriday. 10am-3pm, Saturday. Paula Brown Gallery, 912 Monroe St. 419-241-8100. paulabrowngallery.com

Hibiscus by Julia Carol fiber577 - This 8th annual exhibition showcases creative and contemporary fiber works, as well as more traditional explorations of the craft. Free demos, animals, music and more will also be on the beautiful 577 Foundation campus. 10am-5pm Saturday. Noon-5pm, Sunday. The 577 Foundation, 577 E. Front St., Perrysburg. 419-872-0305.

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Nancy Puccetti Exhibition - Pastel portraits by Puccetti will be on display throughout the month of June. 10am-7pm, Monday-Thursday. 10am-6pm, Friday. 10am-5pm, Saturday. Noon-5pm, Sunday.

The Art Supply Depo, 29 S. St. Clair St. 419-7206462. artsupplydepo.com Schedello! Fine Arts & Musical Festival Call for Artists - Apply for a booth space at the 2-day,

outdoor, balanced, juried fine arts show on August 15-16. June 19 application deadline. $20 per entry.

Schedel Arboretum & Gardens, 19255 W. Portage River S. Rd., Elmore. 419-862-3182. schedellow.org

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Prophetic poetics

Local rapper explores next level lyricism

by Sam Koros

Storyteller

“I’m a storytelling artist,� says Proficey, with his favorite subject matter derived from significant personal

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events.“My best stories come from pain,� he says.

While many of his songs have a poignant and narrative tone, he is not limited by serious topics which are based on personal experiences. Proficey makes it clear that his style is eclectic and can embody a variation ranging from the grotesque and the silly to the serious. He says, “sometimes I go into my own imaginary world.�

Freestyle

Proficey always spends his time analyzing his surroundings in order to come up with new and creative wordplay for his freestyle rapping. “That’s like me going to the gym if I were an athlete,� he says. “Nowadays a lot of rappers say things are freestyle when they’re not and I can instantly tell who is or isn’t [freestyling],� said Proficey. A purist when it comes to so­-called freeform lyrics being truly offthe-cuff, he applies this approach to writing lyrics, using a backing beat as the inspiration for improvisation, which later become the basis of a song’s verses. “I just let things pour out and see where it goes,� says Proficey.

His upcoming album, Lucid Dream, is set to drop in July.

Check out his soundcloud page (soundcloud.com/proficey), add him on facebook (proficey419) visit his website (proficey.com) for more music.

These are my three wishes: One live life to the fullest, two ­never let ‘em say I can’t do this, and three is get paid for rap, tell this beautiful young world I’m made for that.

- ­“Young Word,� Proficey Toledo lyrical prodigy, Proficey, pronounced “prophecy,� is an up-and-coming force to be reckoned with in local hip-hop. Born and raised in Toledo, the 25 ­year-­old’s unique, eclectic style and voice demands attention. Proficey says, “I can do everything from singing country to really aggressive, hardcore rap lyrics.� Engaging a wide variety of topics in his lyrics, Proficey dives deeper into more personal nuances, illustrating an exciting new perspective.

Citing the diverse musical interests of his family as the main influence on his passion and direction in music, a blend of classic rock, country, folk, and foundational rap icons like Tupac, Proficey derived the inspiration for his style. At age 13, he first rapped in front of an audience at a talent show. After receiving admiration from his peers, he realized that he was well suited for this artform.

He says, “That was the first live show I ever did and I kinda fell in love [with it] ever since.� While he says that his true ambition was to be a rock singer, rapping arose for Proficey as a more viable form of lyrical expression.

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W E H AV E I T A L L O N L I N E ! C O M P L E T E M U S I C E V E N T S AT T O L E D O C I T Y PA P E R . C O M Highlighted events indicates our picks for the week Frankies Inner City: My Name is feddyrockerrr Bar 145: Zack Attack Bronze Boar: Zodiac Click

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

Amaya’s Fresh Mexican Grill: Angel Tipping Ye Olde Cock N Bull: Bobby May and John Barile followed by The Eight Fifteens Local Thyme: Jamie Mill & Ty Legan Ye Olde Durty Bird: Jeff Stewart, Stonehouse Rocky’s: Manfaith

Jazz, Blues, R&B

Dégagé Jazz Cafe: Skip Turner Band

Country & Bluegrass

Rock N Whiskey: Caveman and the Dinosaur

sat, june 6 Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

Outlaw comes to town Saturday, 6.16 / Village Idiot

Outlaw country artist Shooter Jennings is coming to Maumee this summer. Son of country legends Waylon Jennings and Jessi Colter, Shooter Jennings “has carried on his father’s outlaw tradition by releasing a series of genre-defying albums that keep him well outside the confines of the traditional music business model.” See him perform a solo acoustic set. 10pm Saturday, June 16th. $30. The Village Idiot, 309 Conant St., Maumee. 419-893-7281. villageidiotmaumee.com —AZ

weds, june 3 Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

Daffy’s: John Taylor Ye Olde Cock n Bull: Danny Mettler Ye Olde Durty Bird: Mike Harshman & Steve Kennedy Sodbuster Bar: Ragtime Rick

June 7 Barenaked Ladies 2015 Last Summer on Earth Tour, Special Guests: Violent Femmes and Colin Hay (Rock)

July 28 Hall & Oates, (Rock) July 29 Dancing With The Stars: Live!

"Perfect Ten Tour," (Dance) Aug. 4 Harry Connick, Jr. (Jazz)

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Nick & Jimmy’s: Athens Wheeler Centennial Terrace: Swingmania!

Rock N Whiskey: On the Roxx

Other

Other

Bar 145: Battle of the Bands Ye Olde Durty Bird: The Gazebo Nick & Jimmy’s: Last Born Sons Toledo Yacht Club: Mills Race Party Commodore Schoolyard: Music at the Market Cocoa House Lounge: Picking Kelley Bronze Boar: Steve Kennedy

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

Ye Olde Cock n Bull: Captain Sweet Shoes

Jazz, Blues, R&B

Lourdes University: Jazz Band

Other

The Bier Stube: Karaoke Campfire Grille: Open Mic The Lair Lounge: Open Stage

Toledo Zoo's 2015 Summer Concert Series

Jazz, Blues, R&B

Dégagé Jazz Cafe: Hector Mendoza

Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

Nestled among the animal buildings, the Toledo Zoo's stone-built Amphitheater will once again host the Zoo's Summer Concert Series. The concert series features stars in music and performance. The outdoor concerts will not be affected by weather conditions. Sunday, June 7-Tuesday, August 4. Tickets can be purchased through Live Nation or Ticketmaster. Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way, Toledo. 419-385-4040. toledozoo.org —SH

Local Thyme: Brad Burkhart Angelo’s Northwood Villa: Dave Rybaczewski Basin St. Grille: Fish Fisher Ye Olde Durty Bird: Kaiden Chase, Damen Cook & Friends Chateau Tebeau Winery: Classic Trendz Third Street Cigars: Kelly Rickey

Country & Bluegrass

thurs, june 4

Sunday, 6.7-Tuesday, 8.4 / Toledo Zoo

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

Jazz, Blues, R&B

Black Kite Coffee and Pies: Open Mic Laffs Inc: Open Mic The Bier Stube: Karaoke The Moxie: Open Mic Ottawa Tavern: Open Mic Night

The Zoo's Concert Series

Nick & Jimmy’s: Athens Wheeler Bronze Boar: Bush League Cocoa House Lounge: Jason Hudson Duo Village Inn: Picking Kelley Bar 145: Radio Active Iggy’s: Skeleton Crue SeaGate Center: Webbie & Lil Boosie Ye Olde Cock N Bull: Wow Factor Hollywood Casino: Dwele

fri, june 5 Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

Mancy’s Italian Grill: Elixer Basin St. Grille: Gene Zenz Cocoa House Lounge: Jess Kuohn & Ryan Dunlap Sundown Cantina: Johnny Rodriguez Mutz: Kids with Knives Nick & Jimmy’s: Michael Corwin

June 3 • June 16

Daffy’s: Katie’s Karaoke The Bier Stube: Karaoke

sun, june 7 Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

Toledo Zoo: Barenaked Ladies & Colin Hay & Violent Femmes Village Inn: King Size Drag The Commons at Robinwood and Bancroft: Logic Alley at The Old West End Festival Rock N Whiskey: Rap Battle

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

Ye Olde Durty Bird: Amelia Airhearts The Ohio Theatre: Echoes of Poland Folk Song and Dance Ensemble Annual Spring Concert Village Inn: King Size Drag

Jazz, Blues, R&B

The Toledo Museum of Art: Jazz Brunch Ye Olde Cock N Bull: Tore Down Blues Band Jam Ye Olde Durty Bird: Zac Kreuz Trio

Classical & Spiritual

Christ Presbyterian Church: Johnny Knorr Orchestra

Other

The Bier Stube: Karaoke Bar 145: Open Mic Night

mon, june 8 Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

Culture Clash: Jackson Scott + Knowing After-hours Show Bronze Boar: Steve Finelli And Oliver Roses

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

Ye Olde Durty Bird: Dean Tartaglia, The New Mondays

Other

The Local: Open Mic

tues, june 9 Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

Bar 145: Driving Miss Stacey Ye Olde Cock N Bull: Jeff Stewart Ye Olde Durty Bird: Ross Thompson, Estar Cohen Project

Jazz, Blues, R&B

Trotters Tavern: Swingmania

Other

The Bier Stube: Karaoke Sophia Quintero’s La Galeria de Americas: Open Mic & Potluck

wed, june 10 Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

Ye Olde Cock n Bull: Danny Mettler Mutz: Earl Cookie Ye Olde Durty Bird: Josh Whitney, Shawn Sanders Bar 145: Kyle White Daffy’s: Jeffrey Oliver Main Library North Lawn: Glass City Steel

Jazz, Blues, R&B

Mancy’s Italian Grill: Skip Turner Band

Other

Black Kite Coffee and Pies: Open Mic The Bier Stube: Karaoke The Moxie: Open Mic Ottawa Tavern: Open Mic Night

thurs, june 11 Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

Nick & Jimmy’s: Amelia Airharts Village Inn: Audiophiles Bar 145: Battle of the Bands Frankies Inner City: King Chip aka Chip Tha Ripper Barr’s Public House: Jason LaPorte Commodore Schoolyard: Music at the Market Bronze Boar: Steve Kennedy

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

Ye Olde Cock n Bull: Captain Sweet Shoes

Jazz, Blues, R&B

Ye Olde Durty Bird: BJ Love Duo Cocoa House: Tom Turner

Other

The Bier Stube: Karaoke The Lair Lounge: Open Stage

fri, june 12 Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

Bronze Boar: Beg To Differ River Cafe & Marina: Elixer Bar 145: Fu5ion Ye Olde Durty Bird: It’s Essential Mancy’s: Jason LaPorte Mutz: Joe Woods Trio Cocoa House: Josh Whitney Centennial Terrace: Rob Zombie Nick & Jimmy’s: Shane Piasecki Trio

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

Rocky’s: Amelia Airharts Basin St. Grille: Angel Tipping Duo Ye Olde Cock N Bull: Bobby May and John Barile followed by Distant Cousinz Amaya’s Fresh Mexican Grill: Claire Cooper Local Thyme: Driving Miss Stacey River Cafe & Marina: Elixer

Country & Bluegrass

Rock N Whiskey: Kentucky Chrome

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Lunchtime tunes

Wednesday’s, 6.10-7.29 / Main Library North Lawn Toledo’s favorite lunchtime concert series is coming back. The Brown Bag Concerts, an annual eight-week series that combines live music from local artists with a casual, come-as-you-are atmosphere. The family-friendly concerts, sponsored by the Toledo Public Library, take place every Wednesday on the Library’s North Lawn. The public is encouraged to bring a blanket or lawn chair to watch the outdoor performances. 12:15-1:15pm, Wednesdays June 10–July 29. Main Library, Toledo Public Library, 325 Michigan St. 419-259-5200. toledolibrary.org —SH Free Summer Concerts June 10 Glass City Steel (Steel Drum) June 17 Distant Cousinz (Rock and Soul) June 24 Rodney Parker and Liberty Beach (Country) July 1 Just Kiddin’ Around with Elisa and Chuck Hage (Children’s Music)

July 8 The Pinup Project (Retro-Rock) July 15 The Good, The Bad and The Blues (Blues) July 22 Xplozivo (Mexican Rock) July 29 Tim Oehlers (Guitarist)

Other

Third Space: Bleak House Coffee Summer Open Mic Night

sat, june 13 Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

Ye Olde Cock N Bull: Distant Cousinz Frankies Inner City: I Prevail Cocoa House: Jaime Mills & Tye Bar 145: The Junk Bronze Boar: Stonehouse

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic Local Thyme: Bob & Jeff Angelo’s Northwood Villa: Dave Rybaczewski

Jazz, Blues, R&B

Basin St. Grille: Andrew Ellis Ye Olde Durty Bird: Damen Cook & Friends Village Inn: Jason Hudson Trio Nick & Jimmy’s: Spare Parts

Country & Bluegrass Rock N Whiskey: Mas Fina

Other

The Bier Stube: Karaoke

sun, june 14

Other

The Bier Stube: Karaoke Bar 145: Open Mic Night

mon, june 15 Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

Bronze Boar: Steve Finelli And Oliver Roses Ye Olde Durty Bird: T-Town Rounds

Other

The Local: Open Mic

tues, june 16 Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

Bar 145: Claire Cooper Rocky’s: Joel Hazard And Mark Sentle/Open Mic Night Village Idiot: Shooter Jennings (solo acoustic)

Jazz, Blues, R&B

Ye Olde Durty Bird: Jason Quick Trio Trotters Tavern: Swingmania

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Other

Rocky’s: Joel Hazard and Mark Sentle/Open Mic Night The Bier Stube: Karaoke Sophia Quintero’s La Galeria de Americas: Open Mic & Potluck

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic Village Inn: Shane Piasecki Trio

Jazz, Blues, R&B

Ye Olde Durty Bird: KMB3 Ye Olde Cock N Bull: Tore Down Blues Band Jam

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road trip Bacon Fest at Kelley’s Island

6.12-6.14 / Kelley’s Island

Helpful portions Sunday, 6.14/Ohio Theatre

Celebrate your love of all things bacon at Kelley’s Island Wine Co.’s third annual Bacon Fest! Enjoy a pig roast and barbeque, games, live music, and other activities and events, all while feasting on the “Bacon Takeover” menu. Rosie, the live pig and bacon mascot, will be present at the festival. Free to attend, but bring some money so you can purchase bacon merchandise. June 12-14. Kelley’s Island Wine Co., 418 Woodford Rd., Kelleys Island. 419-746-2678.

Do you want to support fellow Toledoans with their locally-minded projects? Do you want to enjoy delicious soup made by local chefs at the same time? You can have it all at Toledo SOUP’s community dinner on June 14.

Donate $5 at the door, eat some soup while watching video proposals for Toledo initiatives, and then vote on the initiative you find most worthy. The winner will receive a micro-grant of all the money raised at the door to fund their project. Support the community at a night filled with your Toledo neighbors, innovative ideas, and tasty treats. Time TBA. Sunday, June 14. $5. Ohio Theatre, 3114 Lagrange St. 419-720-8952. toledosoup.com —MK

Wednesday, 6.3 [outdoors]

Cemetery Stroll - Walk among the beautiful arboretum and the historical architectural features.

9am. Historic Woodlawn Cemetery, 1502 W. Central Ave. 419-472-2186. historic-woodlawn.com Free

[education]

Learn about the Toledo LPFM Radio Project Hear the latest about Toledo’s Low Power FM Radio project (WAKT) from Sean Nestor. 6-8pm. Service Spring Corporation, 1703 Toll Gate Dr., Maumee. toledotechevents.org

Thursday, 6.4 [outdoors]

Birds of Woodlawn - Each week, document the Birds of Woodlawn from migrating to nesting birds as well as exploring the many natural habitats.

From beginners to experienced birders, all are welcome. Please bring binoculars and bird guides, if you have them. Note that inclement weather may cancel a walk. Registration required. Fridays at 8:30am. Woodlawn Cemetery & Arboretum, 1502 W. Central Ave. 419-472-2186. historic-woodlawn.com Free

[miscellaneous]

Stranleigh Estate Tour - Stories from the Stranahan Estate come to life in this leisurely walking tour of the outbuildings at Wildwood Preserve. Discover how continuing preservation efforts, lasting over 70 years, maintained the timeless beauty of the land to complement the Manor House. Historical photos and stories from former workers at the estate transport visitors back to Toledo’s golden years.

Registration required. 2pm-3:30pm. Wildwood Preserve Metropark: Manor House, 5100 W. Central Ave. 419-407-9700. metroparkstoledo.com Free

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Most Blessed Sacrament Parish Festival Most Blessed Sacrament Parish Festival - Enjoy the annual festival with the 4th annual “Homecoming Night as well as music, food, beverages, and a raffle provided for the alumni. 6-11pm Thursday, 5pm-midnight Friday, 2pm-midnight Saturday, noon-6pm Sunday. Free admission, but bring money for games, rides, food, drink, and vendors.

Most Blessed Sacrament Parish, 2240 Castlewood Dr. 419-472-2288. blessedsacramenttoledo.com

Friday, 6.5 [outdoors]

Battlefield Walk - Enjoy an educational and inspiring four-mile walk across the Fallen Timbers Battlefield with the Fallen Timbers Battlefield Commission. Discover the path of Anthony Wayne’s Legion and the details of this important battle.

Registration required. 5:30pm. Side Cut Metropark, 1025 W. River Rd., Maumee. 419-407-9700. metroparkstoledo.com Free

[miscellaneous]

11th Annual Rummage Sale - There will be low, low prices on clothing, books, linens, household appliances, small items of furniture, knick-knacks, electronics and collectibles. 9am-5pm. The Thomas M Wernert Center, For Mental Health Recovery and Support, 208 W. Woodruff Ave. at Ashland.

419-242-3000 ext. 105.

Downtown Perrysburg Inc.’s First Friday: Here Comes the Sun - Get smart about sun safety, do a sun inspired craft with Create Art Studio + Workshop and learn about solar power at First Solar’s STEM activity table. 6-9pm. Along Louisiana Ave. in Perrysburg.

Friday Night Cruise In - All car makes and models welcome. Free registration, driver’s pool, prizes, music, 50/50 raffle and more. Register at the event or at O~Deer Diner. 6pm. Cruise takes place at Commodore Schoolyard, 140 E. Indiana Ave., Perrysburg. 419-810-3877.

Friday Night Chess - With an astounding selection of chess sets from the World Chess Hall of Fame on view in the Play Time exhibition, The Toledo Museum of Art was inspired to transform its Cloister Gallery into a public chess club. Fridays through the first weekend in September. 4-8pm.

The Cloister at the Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org

Free

Saturday, 6.6 [outdoors]

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Discover the River Cruise - This two-hour long cruise down the Maumee tours local landmarks.

Bring a picnic breakfast or lunch if you wish. Registration required. Saturdays through September. 10noon. $15/adults, $7/kids under 12. $15. Sandpiper Boat, Jefferson Street Dock. dotoledo.org/Events/Discover-the-River-Cruise

[festival]

OWE Festival 2015 - The festival includes official events like house tours, The King Wamba Parade and a juried art fair as well as front yard grill-outs, brunches, porch musicians, street performers, face painting, parties,and curbside local artists. Also on June 7. See pullout for more information. Toledo Old West End Neighborhood.toledooldwestend. com/owe-festival Free

[miscellenaous]

Fifth United States Colored Troops, African American Civil War Military and Civilian Reenactors - The local re-enactment group of eight soldiers and eight women “camp followers” will be on the Museum grounds to discuss with the public the lives of black soldiers and black women who followed the encampments during the U.S. Civil War. 10am. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free

Sunday, 6.7 [festival]

Nature’s Nursery Wildlife Festival - The festival will feature a variety of organizations focusing on wild life and environmental concerns, as well as local wildlife photographers and artists, food trucks, children’s activities and more. Proceeds benefit Nature’s Nursery. 1-4pm. Toledo Botanical Gardens, 5403 Elmer Dr. 419-877-0060. natures-nursery.org Free

[sports]

Try-It! Archery - Have you ever wanted to give archery a shot? Here is your chance to find out if this sport is for you! Come learn how to shoot a bow, or practice your marksmanship with beginner-friendly instruction and practice time.

Participants must use our equipment. Registration required. Ages 18+. 4-5:30pm. $3. Oak Openings Preserve, 4139 Girdham Rd., Swanton.

419-407-9700. metroparkstoledo.com Sylvania Slow Roll - This leisurely bike ride will tour the neighborhoods and parks of Sylvania. All ages and bikes are welcome. The bike doesn’t have to be fancy, and you don’t need to wear the padded bike shorts. 3:30pm. Sylvania Branch Library, 6749 Monroe St. facebook.com/events/469525179871453 Free

Tuesday, 6.9 [education]

Father Bacik Lecture: Thomas Berry, Developing a Cosmological Spirituality - Learn about the connection between spirituality and the cosmos. 5:30pm. Lourdes University, 6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania. lourdes.edu

June 3 • June 16

Ann Arbor Japan Week

6.14-6.20 / Various locations in A2

The University of Michigan’s Center for Japanese Studies presents Ann Arbor Japan Week, a week of Japan-related programming for youth and families.

Throughout the week, one-time events including art exhibits, symposiums, film screenings, and seminars will be held.

The Center will also host the annual Japanese new year celebration, Mochitsuki, with games, music, and other activities. Free, open to the public. June 14-20. Events will take place at the UniversIty of Michigan Museum of Art, the Michigan Theater and the Matthaei Botanical Gardens.

734-764-6307. umich.edu/cjs/eventsprograms/specialevents —MK

Thursday, 6.11 [outdoors]

Community Walk: Woodlawn Cemetery Civil War Tour - Woodlawn Cemetery, the final resting place of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Drummond Libbey, founders of the Toledo Museum of Art, also contains the graves of numerous Civil War veterans as well as a Civil War monument. 6pm. Historic Woodlawn Cemetery, 1502 W. Central Ave. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org/calendar Free

Friday, 6.12 [miscellaneous]

Glass City Singles Dance - Tonight is a Ladies in RED night celebration. Glass City Singles dances parties are a safe and warm place for singles 21+ to meet with other singles for dancing and socializing. 8pm. $8. Holland Gardens, 6530 Angola Rd. toledosingles.com

Saturday, 6.13 [education]

Man Codes: Decoded: Be Empowered Women Workshop - During this life-changing workshop, ladies will learn the tools to successfully detach and/or stay away from abusive, toxic, unhealthy relationships. Special guest speaker AR Roddy of Real Life Innovations (Belleville, MI) will share a dynamic message that every woman needs to hear. There will be a Q&A following the workshop.

Registration required. 2-4pm. $11-$20. Radisson Hotel, 3100 Glendale Ave.

Tuesday, 6.16 [education]

EPIC Toledo: Leading By Example - Join Joe Napoli, President and General Manager of Toledo Mud Hens, as he touches on how to positively impact the community. Joe Napoli’s session will focus on Hensville and how he is changing the dynamics of Toledo by investing in downtown. 7:30-9am. Fifth Third Field, 406 Washington St. epictoledo.com

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PLAY BOOK Pickleball

Toledo Pickleball Club leader, Connie Mierzejewski, gets ready to play ball with an unidentified friend, Marsha Koch, Jessica Lemire and Steve Poseler.

A Growing Sport In Full Swing

By Dorian Slaybod

It was only my third time holding a Pickleball racquet, and I was asked to play alongside two of the best players in the country.

Pickleball is played on a court that is one-third the size of a tennis court. The racquet looks like a mix between a squash racquet and a ping pong paddle. Its graphite frame gives off a clear “clink” when it hits the plastic, orange-sized ball.

Pickleball is primarily played as a doubles sport, and I was paired with Marsha Koch, who for the past several years has won gold, silver, and bronze medals with her partner, Jessica Lemire, at the sport’s biggest tournament: the USA Pickleball Association Nationals held near Phoenix, Arizona. Koch and Lemire belong to the Toledo Pickleball Club, where players of all skill levels can play.

Out of fairness, Koch and Lemire played on opposite sides for our scrimmage. I was on Koch’s side, and Lemire played alongside Steve Poseler, a newbie like me.

Poseler and I did our best not to get in the way while Lemire ripped returns across the net with twisting side and topspin, and Koch slammed overhand winners to the unguarded corners of the court. Even as a new player, I had a hell of a lot of fun. The game often compels long rallies along the net that demand quick reactions and a soft touch. And with the smaller court, every ball seems within reach.

Quickly Growing

Joel Pritchard, a U.S. Congressman from Washington State, invented Pickleball in 1965. He named the sport af

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ter his dog, Pickles. The sport spread quickly, and there are now courts in all 50 states.

“We are seeing a surge in Pickleball popularity nationwide,” said the Executive Director of the USA Pickleball Association, Justin Maloof. Maloof believes that Pickleball is becoming so popular because people new to the sport can start playing right away. “The rules are simple which allows beginners to play the game almost immediately,” said Maloof.

A Home in Rossford

Three years ago, 38 dedicated players all chipped in $351 each in order to renovate an old set of tennis courts on Glenwood Avenue near Rossford Junior High School.

They now have six official Pickleball courts that are painted a sharp blue and green, and enclosed with a high metal fence. They also recently built a covered pavilion for spectators and get-togethers. “This would have been nothing but two tennis courts rotting,” said Connie Mierzejewski, who leads the Toledo Pickleball Club with Marsha Koch.

Mierzejewski and Koch work together throughout the year to grow the sport. They offer clinics for new players, and organize skill-ranked matches that allow the club’s players to compete on the national circuit. For $25, a player has access to multiple games per week throughout the six months of the year that the Club plays on its outdoor courts. The Club also hosts an annual tournament in July that attracts over 100 players from a handful of surrounding states.

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A Game for Everyone

The game is “geared towards baby boomers,” said Koch. The smaller court and low-impact play make games manageable for people with less mobility than they used to have. The quick pace also provides non-stop movement for anyone who would like fun exercise.

The sport is not just for older people. Koch’s partner, Jessica Lemire, is in her mid-20’s. I played a very competitive game against a high-school student and a man in his early 70’s. Athleticism does help in Pickleball—being able to run down an overhead drop shot, or rush the net, are real assets—but anyone with hand-eye control can play and feel competitive. For older athletes, it is “something that [has] allowed them to compete again,” said Koch.

Mierzejewski sees it as more than just a game. She has found community through Pickleball, and she enjoys the time she spends with other players. “That’s what you do. You make friends.”

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Join internationally recognized musician Jim Gelcer for an evening of musical and spiritual integration. Yoga class will focus on balance while Jim introduces kirtan, an ancient form of call and response singing, in a variety of genres from jazz to world music. Registration suggested. 7-9:30pm Friday, June 5. $15/7-8pm yoga class, $15/8pm Kirtan concert, or $25/advance, $30/at the door. Buddhist Temple of Toledo, 6537 Angola Rd., Holland. 419-266-9642. jimgelcer.com —MLR

health and wellness events

Saturday, 6.6

Sidewalk CPR Day - Learn the basics of hands-only CPR, tour an ambulance and fire truck, and learn why calling 911 can help save a life. 11:30am–3:30pm. The Town Center at Levis Commons, 3201 Levis Commons Blvd., Perrysburg. Free

Tuesday, 6.9

Summer Fitness Course - This 3-week course will include cardio, light resistance, drumming and Zumba dance. Tuesdays and Thursdays

through June 25. Registration required. $30/ all three weeks. The Shops at Fallen Timbers, 3100 Main St., Maumee. 419-304-1634.

Thursday, 6.11 Medication Therapy Management - Are you currently taking a laundry list of prescription medications, some over the counter and even some herbal remedies? Michelle Schroeder, PharmD, RPH from UTMC can help keep you organized. Registration requested. 9am-noon.

UTMC, 3065 Arlington Ave. 419-841-9622. uthealth.utoledo.edu

Chevy Camero Z28, 1994, clean, 94,000 miles, needs head gaskets. $2000 OBO. 419-902-7313 2013 Black, Ford Focus Titanium Flex Fuel, 30K miles, moonroof, leather, navigation system, heated seats, keyless/remote start. $16,800 contact Kim 480 313 4998

2002 Ford Taurus SES- Good condition, many new parts with receipts available. Daily driver. 115k miles $3200 419-932-5311

Jam SECTION For Hire

Toledo’s Newest Female DJ! For birthday

Looking to start a band: Seasoned singer looking to

start R &B group/band. Musical influences: Temptations, Dells and Stylistics. parties (adult’s and children’s), family Reggie: 216-254-6928. Serious inquiries only reunions, showers, etc. Graduation party discount! Call me at 419-3677507. DJMissT.weebly.com

Classic Rock Band available to play clubs and bars. steelwyndband@gmail.com

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ARIES (March 21-April 19) Make travel

plans for this exciting month. Make a practice run the 6th and 7th. Be a bit cautious the week of the 8th to avoid bossing others around. On the 14th dine out. Consider buying a new car the 16th – the timing is right.

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WOW! What a fabulous time for all! Mercury goes direct; Venus and Saturn change signs; Neptune retrogrades; celebrate Flag Day and the new moon.

are such a romantic that you look forward to weddings. There may be two events on the 6th.

You are aware of confusion but the morning of the 12th everything comes up roses. Forget your diet the 13th and 14th.

SCORPIO (October 23-November 21) On

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) Someone else

SAGITTARIUS (November 22-December 20) On the 5th begin making vacation plans but

the 5th you are noticed by the higher-ups. Keep smiling! Entertain at home the 7th. Starting the 12th life gets easier and you can separate your business and personal life. Some of your energy fades starting the 14th.

do not finalize anything until the 12th. There is work to do the 13th but not for money, just for charity. The new moon the 16th brings cooperation from your partner. How sweet!

CANCER (June 21-July 22) Thanks to Venus

CAPRICORN (December 21-January 19)

LEO (July 23-August 22) Venus, the love

AQUARIUS (January 20-February 18) The weekend of the 6th and 7th you make the plans and everyone follows your lead. Entertain at home the 13th and/or 14th. The new moon the 16th brings you good luck but ONLY IF YOU TAKE A CHANCE.

VIRGO (August 23-September 22) An old

PISCES (February 19-March 20) Your health is even better after the 5th so you catch up on some work at home the 6th and 7th. You have even more pep the 8th and 9th. However, on the 12th, Neptune slows down and so will you. Allow extra time for everything.

more money is coming the 5th. It burns a hole in your pocket as you purchase gifts. Make vacation reservations on the 12th. The new moon the 16th brings surprise contacts from old friends and relatives. planet, moves into your sign on the 5th adding to your charm. Go to a new place the 6th and 7th. The week of the 8th is full of invitations but wait until the 12th to respond. Stay close to home until the 15th.

lover is on your mind the 5th causing you some confusion. Hold off any decisions until the 12th.

Then you need to concentrate on invitations to parties, reunions and weddings. The new moon the 16th shines on your career.

Spend at least a few hours on the 6th and 7th deciding which invitations to accept. On the 12th see what you did and make the necessary changes. You are a bit lazy the 13th and 14th.

Good news comes your way the 16th.

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CELEBRITY GEMINI

They are changeable and can do more than one thing at a time. Examples are Heidi Klum and Neil Patrick Harris. Locally Ryan Wichman (right) is a storm chaser and weatherman at Channel 11.

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18. ___ favor 46 19. “Return of the Jedi” setting 49 50 20. [Turn the page, lazy]: 57 Abbr.

21. Laff-a-minute 60 22. “Big” star’s philanthropy?

63 25. The Loop loopers 26. After all the $@$^!!$ 66 taxes were taken out 27. Play records 30. Bird feed that helps you go?

37. “Me, me, me!”

38. Tax collectors 39. “Turn that A/C down” 40. Any old dude named after McCartney?

45. Website with the rhyming Valet service 46. Director DuVernay 47. Sick as a dog 49. Caesar losing his mind?

57. Ironic t-shirt slogan, e.g.

58. Ritz alternative 59. Ground breaker?

60. #50 on a table 61. Vegan, to an omnivore?

63. Articles written about you, e.g.

64. Takes care of the gums 65. Golfer Se Ri 66. Afterthoughts (seriously, just rewrite the note) 67. Borrowed, for a while 68. Chicken general

LIBRA (September 23-October 22) You

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) On the 5th begin a three day weekend at home getting ready for summer. Return to work the 8th and spin your wheels until the 12th. Then you are like a bull in a china shop over the weekend. The new moon the 16th helps financially. tries to set your schedule. It works until the 6th when you take over the vacation plans. The evening of the 11th Mercury goes direct and so do you. You are the sign of the twins, but cannot be in two places at once.

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31. Ring’s spot 32. “Who Said It: Dumbledore ___ Philosopher” (BuzzFeed quiz) 33. East Lansing sch.

34. Pull back 35. Ace’s stat 36. Opposite of 41-Down 41. Opposite of 36-Down 42. Biologist’s eggs 43. Way underground?

44. “I wasn’t looking at porn”, e.g.

45. Cartoon character with a shotgun 48. Some howls 49. Archaeologist’s spots 50. Pen noises 51. David who created “The Wire” 52. Treasure holder 53. Sunday dinner 54. Not capable 55. March Madness, with “the” 56. Gordon who said “Lunch is for wimps” 57. A Tribe Called Quest rapper 61. Roger Goodell’s org. (get rid of this guy, please?)

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STYLE SENSE

photos by Christine Senack

Interview by Jordan Killam

Taylor Dungjen

Floral pursuit The Toledo Farmers Market was in full bloom for the 26th Annual Flower Day Celebration, showcasing our area’s best flower growers.

Reporter at The Blade Pre-pregnancy, Taylor Dungjen’s style was pretty low-maintenance. It’s almost as if the addition of the belly allowed her to up the feminine ante. She started wearing dresses and bump-defining belts and ballet flats. At 34 weeks, Taylor declares that she is “large and in charge”.

As a single mom, Dungjen assumes the task of documenting the progress of her pregnancy herself.

How did your style change (if at all) once your belly started to grow?

Tom & Pam Christensen share daisyfresh smiles.

Hitting the streets On May 30 & 31, Maple & Main took over downtown Sylvania with art, music and fun.

Beckie and Amy Hernandez buddy up.

Dani and Jose Herrera enjoy their booth space.

Early in my pregnancy, I tried to trick myself into thinking I could wear my normal jeans, but the snugness made me less than pleasant to be around (could have also been the hormones). I ended up splurging on some maternity pants and leggings and, fortunately, could wear non-maternity shirts for the first 20 weeks. Now I look for basic items that I can jazz up with accessories so people won’t notice I’m wearing the same four shirts and so that I won’t get sick of the same four shirts (I’m so ready for real clothes again.).

What is the most annoying thing about “maternity wear”?

Ugh. Everything. Everything that I would consider to be “my style,” was insanely expensive (like, $200 for a shirt) and just about everything I could afford was awful. Ugly prints, awkward shapes.

Once I was obviously pregnant -- not making people wonder, “Did Taylor gain a little weight?” -- I wanted to show off the bump, not hide it in more fabric than you’d need to cover a sofa. I’m finding that I’m wearing things now -- like bodycon (tightly fitting) dresses-- that I’d have been too self-conscious to wear pre-pregnancy.

Did you discover any fashion loopholes that made it all easier to dress while pregnant?

I still incorporate my non-maternity wear into my daily wardrobe. Mostly cardigans and things that I can wear open to showcase my belly. I did find a fantastic peacock-green/blue non-maternity dress on clearance from The Gap ($10!); the dress has drawstrings on the sides. It’s the dress equivalent of fat pants.

What’s your favorite item of maternity clothing that you own?

My favorite piece of maternity clothing is kind of quirky. It’s a T-shirt that says “I’m so pregnant.” Because, you know, some people might not be able to tell. I’d live in my maternity leggings, though, if someone would let me.

Jared Jakes and Chloe Clark stay dry and fly.

Quarterly guide where local brides can share their weddings, tips and favorite local vendors with our readers.

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Brick Grady, Lisa Allen hang out by the Valentine Theatre with Holly and Haley Allen.

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