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Aug 1 - Aug 14, 2018 • Vol. 21 • Issue 15

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MARKETPLACE CHANGES

Below is a list of our staff, members of “the media,” a group that our President has deemed to be “among the most dishonest people on earth.”

UPDATES IN LOCAL BUSINESS

TownePlace Suites by Marriott has opened at 2851 Navarre Ave./OH-2 in Oregon with a 101-room hotel.

419-724-0044. marriott.com/tolto Perrysburg AAA Car Care Insurance Travel Center has opened at 25740 N. Dixie Hwy., near Costco and Walt Churchill’s Market. The concept store is one of six in NW Ohio.

419-872-5000. Aaa.com Cronin Buick GMC of Bowling Green celebrates a grand re-opening after nearly six months of construction.

1099 N Main St., Bowling Green.

419-353-5151. Croninbg.com While preparing to open a permanent storefront at 3812 Alexis Rd., near House of Meats, Holey Toledough Handcrafted Doughnuts has debuted a new, hand painted food truck.

Follow the food truck to find weekly flavors and locations on social media or at holeytoledough.com

ACTIVIST WATCH

Ohio-based outdoor equipment and sporting goods chain Fin Feather Fur Outfitters Inc. will open in August on U.S. 20 in Rossford. The retailer’s sixth store will be located at 27171 Crossroads Parkway, formerly MC Sports.

567-331-6300. finfeatherfur.com

How do you stay inspired?

Publisher/Editor in Chief

Collette Jacobs (cjacobs@toledocitypaper.com) NAPPING.

Co-publisher/ Chief Financial Officer

The locally-owned puzzle escape room Toledo Escape Room, which opened in March in downtown Toledo at 1320 Madison Ave. has closed.

Dually’s Gastro Pub, a Toledoowned restaurant and pub on Alexis Rd. near Jackman, has closed.

The nightlife hot spot Club Sugar Hill has closed. The nightclub was located at 710 S. Reynolds Rd., near Angola Rd., in the former location of Fire Mountain and Sick Pack On Reynolds restaurants.

Mark I. Jacobs (mjacobs@toledocitypaper.com) I HANG OUT WITH KEITH, MICK AND THE BOYS.

Editorial

Historical Home Run

The Great Black Swamp Frogs play ’base ball’ from the 1800s

By Jon Ruggiero

Project V.O.I.C.E

Increasing awareness of Sex Trafficking and Domestic Violence

By Israa Eddeb

Know of any changes in the area?

Send them to editor@adamsstreetpublishing.com

Digital Media Manager Deanna Woods (digitalmedia@adamsstreetpublishing.com) AS SOON AS I GET HOME, I WATCH VIDEOS OF PRECIOUS KITTENS DOING STUFF. Interns Ryleigh Wann, Jayce Rubel, Lauryn Haas, and Luke Sasscer.

Contributing Writers: Samuel Adams, Stephen J. Athanas, Jon Ruggiero, Israa Eddeb, Matthew Johns, Jason Webber, Erin Holden, Sarah Emily, Johnny Hildo, Christine Senack and Rob Brezsny.

Art/Production

Production Manager: Imani Lateef (imani@adamsstreetpublishing.com) LISTENING TO AUDIOBOOKS AND PODCASTS.

Get involved. Democracy is not a spectator sport.

Senior Designer: Leah Foley (leah@adamsstreetpublishing.com) TRAVEL.

Thursday, 8.2

Janet Phleger Foundation Breakfast Fundraiser - Join the local nonprofit, which provides scholarships to graduating seniors in Lucas County with a parent or guardian who has battled cancer, for a fundraising breakfast.

Free to attend, but registration is required.

7:30-8:30am. The Pinnacle, 1772 Indian Wood Cir., Maumee. Janetphlegerfoundation.com

Designers: Anita Tipton (atipton@adamsstreetpublishing.com) TRAVEL TO A WARM SUNNY BEACH AND PUT MY TOES IN THE SAND AND WATER. Kelli Miller (kmiller@adamsstreetpublishing.com) GETTING OUT OF TOWN, GOING TO CONCERTS Norwin Lopez (nlopez@adamsstreetpublishing.com) OLD SCHOOL MARK GONZALES VIDEOS.

Twylite Thursday: Children’s Rights Collaborative - Learn more about Children’s Rights Collaborative of NW Ohio, an organisation which helps to facilitate court ordered visitations between parents & their children, during an evening of entertainment, silent auctions, 50/50 raffles, light bites, and a cash bar. $10. 5-8pm. The Pinnacle, 1772 Indian Wood Cir., Maumee.

419-891-7325. crctoledo.com

Sales Coordinator Jenny Leach (sales@adamsstreetpublishing.com) MY MOM.

Tuesday, 8.7

2018 Kickoff to Caring - Join over 1,000 community members by helping to build 5,000 backpacks for students. RSVP to volunteer for the event, or make a donation. $15 provides a backpack for a student. 8-9:30am. Huntington Center, 500 Jefferson Ave., unitedway.org Free

Thursday, 8.9

Bridging the Gender Divide: Christian Perspectives - Father Jim Bacik will examine the history of sexism in the United States, the current “Me Too” movement and the role religion plays in gender relationships. $10 in advance. $15 at the door. 5:30-7pm.

The Franciscan Center of Lourdes University, 6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania. 419-517-8950. sylvaniafranciscanvillage.org.

Cross-Cultural Competency Training Welcome TLC and The Center for Nonprofit Resources host a workshop on identifying, practicing, and addressing cultural differences in order to improve communication, service delivery, and cross-cultural relations. To register, contact Toni Shoola at 419-241-9513 or toni@c4npr.org. $75. 9:30am-4:30pm.

Main Library Huntington Room, 325 Michigan St., c4npr.org

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Assignment Editor: Athena Cocoves (athena@adamsstreetpublishing.com) LAUGHTER, CONFLICT, AND CONFLICTED LAUGHTER. Editorial Assistant: Courtney Probert (cprobert@adamsstreetpublishing.com) READING POETRY AND LOOKING AT CUTE DOG PHOTOS. Calendar Editor: Sarah Emily (calendar@adamsstreetpublishing.com) MAKING MUSIC WITH MY TALENTED FRIENDS.

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Thursday, 8.9

There’s No Place Like Home Put on your red shoes and join The Fair Housing Center for the happiest of happy hours at their signature annual event featuring appetizers, entertainment, cash bar, and raffle prizes. Tickets are only $10 and can be purchased online at https://form. jotform.com/71706122911145 or at the door the night of the event. 5-8pm.

The Pinnacle, 1772 Indian Wood Cir., Maumee. toledofhc.org

Saturday, 8.11

Be Inspired: 2018 Fall Kick-Off - Join the Women of Toledo for networking, conversation and a vision board workshop. 10am-noon.

The Pinnacle, 1772 Indian Wood Cir., Maumee.

419-891-7325. Womenoftoledo.org Free

Wednesday, 8.15

Toledo Animal Rescue Annual Picnic - The animal rescue will raise funds during their annual picnic with a 50/50 raffle, entertainment, food, and more. RSVP in advance. $45. 6-10pm.

Belmont Country Club, 29601 Bates Rd., Perrysburg. 419-382-1130.

Toledoanimalrescue.org Pride Week: Tie-Dye for Pride! - Bring your own white shirt, or purchase one onsite, to create a colorful rainbow garment. 6-9pm.

Collingwood Arts Center, 2413 Collingwood Blvd., 419-407-6225. Equalitytoledo.org Free

The Reverend Horton Heat brings rockabilly sermon to Toledo

by Jason Webber

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Account Executives: Amy Ressler Rough (arough@adamsstreetpublishing.com) MY BOYS, KNOWING MY BEST YEARS ARE TO COME. Bonnie Hunter (bhunter@adamsstreetpublishing.com) READING AND FRIENDS. Kathleen Dewar (kdewar@adamsstreetpublishing.com) READING AND LISTENING TO JOYCE MEYER BOOKS. Suzanne Bell (sbell@adamsstreetpublishing.com) CLOSE TO THE HEART MOTIVATES ME.

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Sales Assistant: Eddie Knight (eknight@adamsstreetpublishing.com) GYM, TAN, LAUNDRY.

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An A to Z guide to staying sane while single, P6

Billy S. 37 Shakespeare plays in two hours

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1. The Power of Paloma’s Pastries

2. The ABC’s of Being Single in the Glass City 3. Dine With a Cause at Dinner on Huron Street

Brittany Stahl (bstahl@adamsstreetpublishing.com) MY HUSBAND JAY, FAMILY AND PRAYER. Katie Emans (kemans@adamsstreetpublishing.com) FINDING TIME TO STOP AND SMELL THE ROSES.

Administration

Accounting: Robin Armstrong (rarmstrong@toledocitypaper.com) MY FAMILY AND FRIENDS INSPIRE ME. Distribution Tracy D. Kimble (distribution@adamsstreetpublishing.com FAMILY, FRIENDS, AND A POSITIVE ATTITUDE.

Advertising/General Info

For advertising and general information, call 419/244-9859 or fax 419/244-9871. E-mail ads to adsin@toledocitypaper.com. Deadline for advertising copy 2 p.m. Friday before publication. Toledo City Paper subscriptions are available by mail for $28/quarterly or $75 per year at Toledo City Paper, 1120 Adams St., Toledo, Ohio 43604. One copy free per person per week; extra copies $1 each. Persons taking copies for any reason other than personal use are subject to prosecution. Letters to the editor must be limited to 300 words, are subject to editing, and should include the writer’s full name and phone number. Any letter submitted to the editor or publisher may be printed at the publisher’s discretion in issues subsequent to its receipt. © 2018 by Adams Street Publishing Co. All rights reserved. Reproduction in any form is prohibited without written permission of the publisher.

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CITY POLITICS Covering community

To protect and to serve

Beer in bloom

Last year, Maumee Bay Brewing Co. worked with The Ohio Environmental Council to make a statement about Toledo’s water crisis with the debut of a mean, green beer: Alegae Bloom. A sour double IPA made with matcha powder and kiwi, the beer’s murky, green color and name— a play on the words ”ale” and “algae”— brings ongoing attention to the August 2014 water crisis. Commemorate the crisis, work towards a future of cleaner water, and help raise funds for water treatment and preservation when a special, limited batch of Alegae Bloom returns for one day only. 5pm-2am. Thursday, August 2. Maumee Bay Brewing Co., 27 Broadway St., 419-243-1302. Mbaybrew.com

Whither the thin blue line?

by Johnny Hildo

Get Connected It has finally happened here.

“Police-involved killings,” as they have come to be known, have made national headlines for the past several years across the United States. Often they have been racially-charged, with white police killing African-American suspects. Some have led to mass protests, communities clashing with police in riot gear, and other civil disturbances.

There have been indictments, but very few have led to convictions.

Now it has hit T-town. Lamar Richardson, 25, an African American, was shot and killed in broad daylight on a city street by a white police officer.

Hands up, don’t shoot

But the moral contours of this tragedy aren’t as transparent as in some other places. This was not a pre-teen playing with a toy pistol, or a suspect with his hands up saying, “don’t shoot,” or a person selling single cigarettes on a street corner.

Richardson was suspected in a string of armed robberies, and had allegedly stolen a car the morning he was killed.

According to TPD, he had a prior history of run-ins with the law.

Of course, none of the crimes he was accused of carry the death penalty. But Richardson was reportedly armed, and had a pistol in his hand when he was shot.

The debate about the morality of the act began quickly on social media, with false reports of an unarmed teenager shot while on his knees. None of that proved true, as police dashboard cameras showed., but folks continue to disagree on whether police acted appropriately in this circumstance. The dashboard cam has done little to calm that disagreement.

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Richardson reportedly has a history of mental illness and a very troubled past. Did the police officers have other options when he pulled a firearm from the waistband of his pants?

Can we talk?

We propose that this is not a time for moral posturing and cliches about police behavior. Instead it is a time for a real community conversation about public safety, and the role police play in our community.

It is against the law to discharge a firearm within the city limits. Only police are exempt from this provision of Toledo Municipal Code, and, likewise, only police have the authority to use deadly force. That, friends, is a weighty responsibility.

While Richardson was no saint by all accounts, were police justified in using deadly force when he pulled out a weapon? At a deeper level, what do we expect of our police force? Are they allowed to protect themselves with deadly force if confronted with deadly force?

Police are well-trained in the use of firearms. When should they be allowed to put that training to use?

These are not easy questions, and there are no simple answers here. It is a community conversation we need to undertake, without vilifying a troubled young man, or the folks hired to protect and to serve him, and the rest of us.

And without painting our community with a broad brush that sweeps up the other police-involved killings in other places and other circumstances.

With cool heads, and clear motives, we must move forward. Police refer to themselves as the thin blue line between civilization and chaos. Let us ask ourselves as a community.

Whither the thin blue line?

Connect with other like-minded friends and family making an effort to lead a natural lifestyle. Shop vendors, listen to educational presentations and learn more at the Natural Living Festival. From organic foods to plant-based cleaning products, a healthy lifestyle starts at home. 10am-5pm. Saturday, August 4. Agnes Reynolds Jackson Arboretum, 718 W. Delaware Ave., knedingtimeholistictherapy.com Free

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We’re never only one thing. Each of us represents an intersection of our different identities, and and discovering how our identities make us who we are is empowering. Join Eclipse, a group of local activists who want to celebrate the unique experiences of African-American, Latinxs, and other people of color within the LGBQT+ community, for conversation, stories, and fun during a potluck-style reception, with additional catering provided by J'maes Home Cooking and The Caribbean Breeze Restaurant and Lounge. This is a free event, but donations are always encouraged.6-8pm.

Wednesday, August 8. Collingwood Arts Center, 2413 Collingwood Blvd., 419-283-9188. facebook.com/EclipseofToledo Free

Gay bar crawl

Have you ever been to a gay bar? What about visiting five in one night?

Help support Toledo Pride weekend (August 17-18) by hopping on a bus and supporting the Toledo Pride Pub Crawl. Visit RHouse, McCune’s Other Side Bistro Bar, Mojo’s, Legends Showbar, and Georgjz419 Fun Food & Spirits in one night, and you won’t even have to drive. Meet at Mojo’s (130 N. Erie St.) at 7:30pm. The bus leaves at 8pm. Saturday, August 11. 21+ only. $20 single ticket. $30 for two tickets. Swag included. Tickets are limited, so buy them early at 2018toledopubcrawl.brownpapertickets.com

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Bozarts/The F.A.R.M. ends its 9-year run

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The F.A.R.M., formerly Bozarts, will be closing it’s gallery and performance space after nine solid years. From gallery shows, poetry readings, theater performances, Media Decompression (movie nights), Art Loops, soul-baring concerts, serious-not-serious basketball tourneys, and old school cookouts, the space is a special place for many.

One of downtown Toledo’s independent galleries for fine art— a place of cross-pollination for Glass City’s burgeoning indie art scene— Bozarts is beholden to nobody. Gallery shows for owner Jerry Gray (Bozarts Fine Art and Music Gallery) were an opportunity to unite people under the creative flag, where performance and art appreciation were the norm.

In 2014 Gray passed the flag on to now owner, Anthony McCarty (The F.A.R.M., Fine Art, Recreation, Music), who carried on the creative tradition through the ensuing years. Part workshop and artist studio, part public gallery, Bozarts/The F.A.R.M. enlightened lives in Toledo’s warehouse district.

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“Part workshop and artist studio, part public gallery, Bozarts/ The F.A.R.M. enlightened lives.”

Gallery hangs

Bozarts Gallery was filled top to bottom with original works from regional visual artists. “Bozarts was open and producing almost monthly exhibitions for nearly six years and a series of weekly exhibitions called ‘A Series of One Night Stands.’ I never had a contract with a single one of my artists. Everything was done with a handshake,” explains Gray. The list of veteran Bozart artists is a stunning reminder of Toledo’s talent. “We tried to be true to the artist’s ideals…”

Throughout the years, visual artists of all mediums started getting involved with the space.

Gray adds, “We would invite friends to utilize Bozarts as a communal studio space during the hard months of winter and have a big exhibition in April.”

“Collaborations on individual pieces, great conversation, and just good times. . . was some-

thing . . . to look forward to during long cold winters in Toledo.”

Gray relates another memory, at the four year anniversary party, “the lawn was filled with . . . artists with a mural going up across the front of the building, music scheduled all day … it rained all day… turning the yard into a mud pit. But there were little girls in sundresses splashing and everyone that came had a good time and bonded in that storm. I think those kids splashing and making the best of that day personified something I can’t quite grasp but love about Toledo, my Toledo anyways.”

Cha cha cha changes

Visual artist Anthony McCarty remembers the first time he got hooked up with Gray, “I was introduced to Jerry in 2009 by Ryan Bunch. Jerry began hosting an exhibition every month. His original vision was to create a space

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where under-represented but talented artists could showcase themselves via a solo exhibition, which was hard to come by in Toledo at the time. The result was astounding! The experience was exhilarating and a fire was truly lit inside me.”

In 2015 Gray, deciding to make a life change, moving out of Ohio, and McCarty chose to keep the space alive renaming it, The F.A.R.M. “At the time a lot of local music venues had closed for various reasons. I was being asked daily by musicians if they could set up performances at the FARM. I would allow the groups to organize the event, sometimes consisting of upwards of 20 groups performing in one night. Now instead of music accompanying visual art it was the other way around.” The F.AR.M. hosted concerts, inside and out, while McCarty continually made repairs and improvements to the building.

Moving on

In early 2018 McCarty was informed that the property owners were in talks to sell the building.

That development prompted Mc-

Anthony McCarty

Carty to throw an all-out party celebrating the life, and closing of the space. For the closing celebration, the space will be filled with artwork. All artists from previous gallery shows have been asked to display several pieces of artwork. Video installations will offer a visual time capsule of memories from past events.

Musicians will be featured along with visual artists, including live sculpture, a collaborative mural and painting.

Gray explains, “I would just like to say thank you to the artists, musicians, friends and community as a whole who really embraced Bozarts and helped to create an environment where people of all kinds came together to share and communicate with one another in a positive, supporting way and to simply enjoy what we had there. It was just amazing…”

Open house hours, August 3 - 5.

Parking at the Toledo Farmers’ Market.

Friday, 6-10 pm, Saturday 2-10 pm and Sunday 1-6pm.

The F.A.R.M., 151 S. St. Clair St. 914-886-5174. facebook.com/thefarmtoledo

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Left to right: Ben Langlois, Yusuf Lateef, Jerry Gray, Dustyn Bork, Carli Dahl, Ryan Bunch, and Phillip Kaplan.

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Artists, History Through the efforts of Jerry, Tony and others, Bozarts Fine Art and Music Gallery became well known and well loved. Visual artists that exhibited art during those five years include: Anthony McCarty  Doug Kampfer  Josh Byers (60 Watt Funnel)  Jefferson Nelson  Yusuf Lateef  Doug Curtis (Simrit)  Richard Reed  Kerry Krow  Lauren Pfund  Jen Dayton  Keith Hasenbalg  Adam Russell  Kelly (Lever) Russell  Chirs Rogers  Elliot Rogers  Nate Hartman  Helen Grubb  Jeremy Link  Dustin (Upso) Hostetler  Jason Vahle  Paul Vasser  Mr. Atomic  Mark Moffett  Dave Mcyntire  Don King  Jesse Morales  Lindsey Wiseman  Kristen Llewellyn  Jennifer Keller  Justin Fuller  Angel Alonzo  Tim Ide  Zak Brodbeck  Dustyn Bork  Matt Taylor  Jake Sharbach  Micah Lindenberger  Justin Paat  Luke Ellison  Michael Ziggler and many others that I sincerely apologize to them for not be able to remember at the moment.

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These area businesses are like Toledo— they’re diverse. Whether they supply electronics, serve meals, or offer medical advice, all of these business owners have three things in common: they love Toledo, they’re passionate about their customers, and they couldn’t be more excited about this city’s future.

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4020 Secor Rd., 419.536.5683. cultureclashrecords.com 11am-8pm, Monday-Friday.

10am-6pm, Saturday.

Noon- 5pm, Sunday.

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What’s your relationship with the founder of the business?

I was a customer and fan of Pat O’Connor (formerly of Boogie Records), who opened Culture Clash Records in 2004.

He had the only job I ever wanted and I am honored that his legacy can live on in my store.

What are you passionate about right now?

I’m excited to share some of the rad live music we’ve hosted in the store with a wider audience. I’ve been recording audio from bands that play here for about a year and plan to make a compilation and a few full live sets available on vinyl soon. It’ll be so cool to work with local and traveling musicians to offer a quick turnaround between the live set and a physical product they can sell.

Favorite part of interacting with customers?

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Tim Friedman | owner

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I’m so lucky to have such a wide range of engaging conversations with customers, Toledoans, and passers-by. Whether I’m hearing wild stories about Pat and Boogie Records, swapping album or concert recommendations, or engaging in challenging discourse about social or political issues, I love that Culture Clash is a welcoming place for music-lovers of all shapes and sizes.

“Guiding clients through the home buying and selling process from start to finish and keeping them well informed along the way.”

Kelly Adesi-Beaubien | Realtor

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What does “Real Estate 4U” mean?

419-690-9282.

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Owner: Erika Fowler

Our company motto is “We Work 4U.” We truly give every effort to our clients needs. We’re building lifelong relationships.

How does Toledo bring you success?

The Toledo area is a destination. The more businesses coming in and flourishing here, the better my real estate business becomes.

Best lesson you’ve learned?

Be patient because the market ebbs and flows. You have to be ready for every change around the corner.

Favorite part of interacting with customers?

The joy of finding “the one.” Especially for first time home buyers. It’s exciting and fulfilling knowing I was able to help.

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What does “Sodbuster” mean?

Sodbuster is a term for farmer. When the bar first opened in the mid-70s, much of what is now the downtown Sylvania-area was farm fields.

What’s something that people might not know?

Bob Seger used to be a regular customer.

How have you seen your industry change?

FREEDOM IS JUST A PHONE CALL AWAY

The microbrewery industry has seen an explosion, especially since the State of Ohio eliminated the 12 percent cap on the beer alcohol limit in 2016.

Biggest disappointment and highest achievement?

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What does your name mean?

It explains the wonderful occurrence enjoying some good eats and taking a swig of some good drinks.

How does Toledo bring you success?

Toledo is extremely food centric so it keeps your game up. Keeps you hungry.

Since: 2009

Best lesson you have learned?

Believe in the good in everyone, and they will return the sentiment.

What’s your favorite part of interacting with customers?

The camaraderie, jokes, and laughs.

Walking down the street and a customer asking how you are and meaning it.

pub “Swig is a charcuterie gastro afted specializing in fresh handcr ne, and creative food, craft beers, wi e music, cocktails, accompanied by liv mething weekly specials and always so community based going on.”

Tony Bilancini, co-owner

Swig

219 Louisiana Ave., Perrysburg.

419-873-6223. swigrestaurant.com Open at 11am daily.

Owners: Tony Bilancini & Jim Hodulik

How does family involvement shape your business?

My wife and I live here at the funeral home, that type of family involvement means a great deal to families. They know I am there for them day and night, it is not a job it is a calling to serve families at the most difficult times.

How does Toledo bring you success?

1757 Tremainsville Rd. 419-740-6151. celebratelifetoledo.com

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I am a lifelong Toledoan. The great people of Toledo are always willing to help one another and my business relies on the good nature of Toledoans who care for one another.

The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Greater Toledo is

NAMI CLASSES are offered at no cost and taught by trained NAMI members who have lived with similar experiences. The course teaches the knowledge and skills that family members need to cope more effectively.

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Day and Evening Classes Available Classes held at NAMI TOLEDO 2753 W. Central, Toledo - Next to FoodTown Sign up online: namitoledo.org Call: 419.243.1119

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How does Castillo fit into Toledo’s cultural landscape?

currently accepting registrations for Fall 2018 classes!

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Castillo Funeral Home and Cremation Services

We focus on celebrating the individual by making each funeral service unique. The facility even has a banquet room so that funeral luncheons can take place onsite.

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How have you seen your industry change?

The death care industry has been taken over by conglomerates and corporations and that has taken away from that “local” touch needed by a family grieving.

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“A funeral home which celebrates individuals and focuses on one family at a time.”

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Toledo Home Pros il 2010 Since: Apr

A collaboration of locally owned businesses (Carpets by Otto, Cutting Edge Countertops, Gross Electric, Jamiesons’ Audio/Video, and Quality Overhead Door) providing home remodeling, decorating products and services.

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Cutting Edge Countertops

1300 Flagship Dr., Perrysburg.

419-873-9500. CECTOPS.COM 10am-8pm, Monday & Thursday.

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What is the significance of your business’s name?

The Cutting Edge in Cutting Edge Countertops means we are dedicated to developing and retaining the industry’s top talent with a focused dedication to continuous process and technological improvement.

How do you fit into the cultural landscape of Toledo?

(L-R) Brian Burns, Jeff Erickson, and Brad Burns, owners Since: April 2006

We combine leading-­edge products and expertise with a longstanding Midwestern work ethic and sensibility that permeates throughout the entire organization.

David Jamieson & Ric Clark, owners (pictured L-R)

Jamiesons’ Audio/Video Since: 1954

5421 Monroe St., 419-882-2571. jamiesonsav.com 11am-6pm, Monday-Friday.

11am-4pm, Saturday.

Quality Overhead Door, Inc. Since: 4655 South Ave., 419- 578-8700. qualityoverheaddoor.com 8am- 5pm, Monday-Friday.

8am-noon, Saturday.

How does family shape your business?

Our sons have grown up in our business so they are very a knowledgeable and experienced part of our Company. Three of our four sons work in different departments, one in operations, one in sales, and one in installations. With that being said, we have long term, key employees who have helped us grow our company to what we are today.

Being available and helping people when they need us! We employ 58 people raising their families in Toledo and surrounding communities and we stock hundreds of doors and openers and can be responsive in most emergency situations very quickly.

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“Offering the largest displays of flooring fashion in NW Ohio.”

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Laurie & Joe Gross, owners

Gross Electric

2807 N. Reynolds Rd., 419- 537-1818. grosselectric.com 9am-6pm, Monday-Friday.

9am- 5pm, Saturday.

We have a 4,000 square-foot showroom with nine studios where clients can hear, see and tryout all of our products, including fully functional audio, video, home theater, surveillance and smart home systems.

My grandfather George “Joe” Gross opened the business in 1910.

We originally started as Toledo Gas Appliance, because in those days gas lighting was considered an appliance, name changed to Gross Electric around 1918.

How does your business make an impact?

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What does your name mean?

Since: 1910

How did the business begin?

We are very involved in the community, from donating our time to various boards and organizations to donating product for many fund raising activities.

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Favorite part of interacting with customers?

How did the business begin?

Jamiesons’ was opened in 1954 by brothers Daniel and Richard Jamieson. Dan’s son David Jamieson, purchased the business in 1986. The original name of the business was Jamiesons’ HiFi, which changed to Jamiesons’ Stereo, then to Jamiesons’ Audio/Video, to reflect changes in the products and services provided.

Bruce and Lisa Roth, owners

Since: 1969

Dee Weik, President

Carpets by Otto

5151 Angola Rd., 419- 381-7206.

4100 Brockway Dr., Perrysburg.

419-872-0400.

Liquidation Outlet & Offices: 6430 Hamilton Dr. E., Holland. 419-868-8188.

10am-7pm, Monday-Friday.

10am-4pm, Saturday.

Carpetsbyotto.com

Carpets by Otto’s original name in 1969 was “Sav-A-Carpet, Co.” When Otto decided to stop cleaning carpet and start selling it, he decided to pick a name that told who he was, and what he had to offer.

Although today Carpets by Otto offers hardwood, ceramic tile, luxury vinyl tile and plank flooring, sheet vinyl, etc. Otto still likes to keep the name simple. People get it!

What’s your favorite part of interacting with customers?

Flooring is a very happy business! There is such joy in the major transformations we are privileged to provide in our customers’ homes.

I love hearing about the joy!

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John Kranjec | owner

Belamere Suites

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

Focus on Arts

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“A destin the enhaantion hotel for romantic cement of relationsh ips.”

Toledo’s Toledo’s creativity creativity takes takes center center stage stage

What’s something that people might not know?

4 Since: 200

Our suites include a private, large 92 degree swimming pool for only the two people in that suite.

How have you seen your industry change?

ISSUE DATE: AUG 29 RESERVE BY: AUG 22

Hotels have become more impersonal through today’s technologies. At Belamere suites we strive to cater to our customers needs through great customer service and one of a kind amenities that produce memories that last a lifetime.

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Square

What has been your highest achievement?

6925 W. Central Ave.

Being rated the #1 most romantic hotel in all of America for two years in a row.

consignithome@gmail.com

What are you passionate about right now?

(Just west of McCord Road)

419.841.4663

We look forward to opening a second location, in Atlanta, Georgia, at the end of 2018.

Find us on Facebook!

Pick up & Delivery available

We Buy, Sell or Consign. Re-cycle • Re-use • Re-purpose • Re-sell

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The True Taste of Mexico

NORTHWEST OHIO’S NEWEST, FRESHEST AND FRIENDLIEST MEXICAN RESTAURANT AND CANTINA

Best Mexican Restaurant

Perrysburg

27072 Carronade Dr, Perrysburg (419) 872-0200 12

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Best Buffet

Downtown Toledo

1809 Adams St, Downtown Toledo (419) 214-1655

Waterville

205 Farnsworth Rd, Waterville (419) 878-0261

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Jennifer Zalecki Owner/President/CEO

How did the business begin?

Battery Wholesale

Battery Wholesale was named because the founder, my father Ken Zalecki, wanted our customers to know they were receiving the lowest and best (wholesale) pricing without having to buy in large quantities.

1515 W. Alexis Rd., 419-478- 5704. batterywholesaleonline.com 8am-8pm, Monday & Thursday.

9am-6pm, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday. 9am-4pm, Saturday.

What’s something that people might not know?

Battery Wholesale sells all different types of batteries, not just batteries for cars and trucks. From any general household battery to boat batteries, camera batteries, lawn and garden equipment batteries and much much more. Battery Wholesale also re-packs dead rechargeable battery packs for cordless tools and other equipment.

“Battery Wholesale is a battery specialty retail chain of stores selling batteries and battery accessories to household consumers, business to business and wholesale.”

How does Toledo bring you success?

Toledo has been such a key part of the success of Battery Wholesale because of our customers. Our customers have built us by word of mouth and an amazing loyal following.

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Hailey Franklin owner

Thistle & Thorn

2746 W. Sylvania Ave., 419-261-9166.

10am- 5pm, Monday-Friday.

10am- 3pm, Saturday.

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We are a small flower, candle and gift shop.

Breakfast served all day eat-In or take-out

How did you decide on the name?

When deciding on a name for our business, we wanted something rustic and creative that was a floral reference, but without the obvious choices.

We decided on a Star Thistle flower which is more of a wildflower and the thorn from a Rose.

How have you seen your industry change?

In the years we have been in the floral/retail business one of the biggest changes has been the influx of DIY, especially with brides. Doing things yourself has become very popular. With that in mind we have switched some of our focus to teaching and passing on some of our knowledge. We hold workshops to show you how to take that Pinterest idea and turn it into reality.

How do you stay inspired?

Creativity is all around us in nature, so we use that inspiration in our work and encourage it in our customers.

What is something that people may not know?

I make all of our candles here on site and many of the scents we carry are my own creations. Unicorn Farts and Randymelon are by far the most popular.

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Dr. Robert Esplin, owner

Sylvania Vet

4801 N. Holland Sylvania Rd., Sylvania. 419-885-4421. sylvaniavet.com 7:30am-7pm, Monday-Thursday.

7:30am-6pm, Friday.

8am- 5pm, Saturday.

Closed Sunday, but a doctor is on call.

Since: 1974

“We are a full service, 24/7 general veterinary practice.”

How have you seen Toledo change?

Since I started in Toledo, I saw the deterioration of downtown and now I’m starting to see it come back which I think is thrilling. I’ve seen the general population of Toledo and the surrounding area actually decrease, which is frustrating, because I think the area is an unpolished diamond that people should seek out.

How do you stay inspired?

I have a motivation to be the best and to always try to be on the leading edge of the profession, so constantly innovating keeps me juiced up.

How have you seen your industry change?

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It is dramatically different. The advent of the social media, the electronic age, digital x-rays, ultrasound, things that weren’t even on the radar when I started.

People’s attitudes towards having pets and making them part of their families has changed significantly from when I graduated in 1970.

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Why Toledo?

Toledo loves Mexican food and country music. We have great food and the Sylvania Township and Toledo neighborhoods near our place didn’t have a local option for them. The people who live in the area were hoping for a great Mexican restaurant to replace POPs and bringing back what they experience at “El Matador” several years back.

What’s something unique that people mightnot know?

SMALL PLATES & SANGRIA SUMMER SIPS, DOESN’T GET ANY BETTER. PERRYSBURG

3155 Chappel Drive PH 419.931.0281

SYLVANIA

6710 W Central Ave #1 PH 419.720.8028

We wanted to be a food truck first, but decided to bring food truck food inside a place where you can feel comfortable and enjoy a great meal. We are not your typical Mexican restaurant, and our decor shows a different type of environment from what other Mexican restaurants offer.

How does Toledo bring you success?

People in Toledo love to eat out.

They love Mexican food, Margaritas and good deals. We offer all that and more. We have the best Taco Tuesday in town.

419 Tacos

3309 N. Holland Sylvania, 419-214-1330. facebook.com/419Tacos 11am-10pm. Monday-Thursday, 11am-11pm, Friday & Saturday.

Noon-9pm, Sunday.

Since: April 22, 2018

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Beacon “guides you” to make the best possible choices in regards to your Insurance and Financial pathways.

1755 Indian Wood Crc., Maumee.

419-482-0280. beaconexperts.com 8:30am- 5:30pm, Monday-Thursday.

8:30am-4pm, Friday.

4 Since: 200

Steven & Rhonda Wise owners How does your business make an impact?

We educate as it relates to Medicare, Social Security Maximization, Estate planning, income planning and Veterans benefits. The impact that we have had has helped thousands of families.

Including helping veterans withstand high care costs and still pass an estate onto their children.

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Angry Irishman®

P.O. Box 111, Woodville, Ohio.

567-482-0090. angryirishman.net Orders online, but at the Perrysburg Farmers Market (3-8pm, Thursdays) and the Toledo Farmers Market (8am-2pm, Saturdays).

What does “Angry Irishman” mean?

Kevin is very proud of his Irish heritage, our labels and use of Celtic designs throughout our business is proof of that. We also love to see the look on people’s faces when they try to connect the Irish heritage and hot sauce. It is kind of an anomaly.

How have you seen your industry change?

“The Affordable Healthcare Act” primarily resulted in significant changes to health insurance for those under 65. In the financial world there is more transparency than ever before.

Why Toledo?

We are both originally from NW Ohio, and we love that Toledo is becoming more and more revitalized! We are very proud to make and sell our products in Toledo. As the signs say, “You will do better in Toledo!”

What are you passionate about right now?

How does your business make an impact?

There a many people out there that are getting ready to turn 65, they are confused, often bombarded with phone calls, mail and people randomly coming to their door.

Our office has ‘Turning 65’ informational workshops— no obligation for people that are turning 65. We want to take all that craziness away from those folks. It’s our mission to help them make sense of it all.

We offer a variety of healthier, full flavored, lower sodium products, that can be used in a myriad of dishes. We also try to source as many ingredients as we can locally! We are local, so we buy and sell locally, but we also have started selling our products in international markets as well!

Best lesson you’ve learned?

That owning a small business is a marathon, not a sprint. That you have to learn to crawl before you can walk, walk before you can jog, and jog before you can run!

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Dr. Bob’s Paw Prints Pet Photo Contest 2018 Don’t Forget To Vote For Your Favorites!

Saturday - August 11th

VOTING RUNS: August 1st–16th VOTE ONLINE AT: toledoparent.com/ paw-prints-pet-photo-contest-2018

A fun mix of Rock, Jazz & Country performer, Pete Schlegel!

1pm to Midnight. $5 to enter Wine, Beer Trucks & Food by JJ Winns

and Big C’s Smoked BBQ

7144 County Road 16 Bryan, Ohio 43506 419.636.3500 stoneyridgewinery.com

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YOUR PET DESERVES A FULL TIME VET

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“We are an upscale resale furniture and home accessories store that also includes 15-20% brand new items.”

Owner: Michael S. Smith

What’s something that people might not know?

Septem Since:

6925 W. Central Ave., 419-841-4663. consignittoledo.com 10a-6pm, Monday-Friday.

10am- 5pm, Saturday.

Noon- 5pm, Sunday.

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We get in different items every Tony Rasczyk,er day, so our inventory is constantly genera l manag changing. We also have about 40 vendors that rent out booth space like a mall, along with our large showroom. We are very eclectic in the different styles we get into the store: classic, retro, farmhouse, mid century, traditional, contemporary, and every style in between. We attract shoppers within a 60 mile radius on a daily basis. We also have a Facebook page that we update regularly with some of our new arrivals, as well as posting on Craigslist.

Sometimes we sell items as soon as they come off the truck and are not even tagged and entered into our inventory.

How do you stay inspired?

Our inventory changes on a daily basis and it’s never the same two days in a row, so this doesn’t feel like work. I love our customers and the people that work for me.

What are you passionate about right now?

I’m passionate about mental health. I’ve help to start a fundraiser 15 years ago called Heart & Soul: Caring for our Community with my friend Sally Binard. We’re still raising awareness about mental health and still getting support from the community after all of these years. I’m a lucky man.

Celebrating 1st Year Anniversary!

Saturday, August 11th

OB’’'s BAR Hamburgers • Hot Dogs • Beer Specials • Drink Specials 2243 Tremainsville Rd | (419) 407-5886 | OPEN MON-SUN 10:30AM - 2:30AM

Cherish loved ones memories with a custom glass memorial. Ashes are swirled into glass and shaped into a piece of art. (Pictured left) Support the Local Makers

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Gallery Hours: Tues-Sat 10:30am to 5:30pm

www.firenation.com 419.866.6288 7166 Front St., Holland OH www.toledocitypaper.com

“My business (co-workers, customers and suppliers) is like my family, and I want the best for my family.”

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Cocina de Carlos, Carlos’ Poco Loco,

and the upcoming Carlos Que Pasa Street Tacos cocinadecarlos.com

Cocina de Carlos: 205 Farnsworth Rd., Waterville. 419-878-0261.

27072 Carronade Dr., Perrysburg.

419-872-0200. 11am-9pm, Monday-Thursday & Sunday.

11am-10pm, Friday- Saturday.

Carlos’ Poco Loco: 1809 Adams St., 419-214-1655. 11am-9pm, Monday-Wednesday. 11am-1am, Thursday-Friday.

Noon-midnight, Saturday.

Since: 2010

Carlos Mendez, owner How do you fit into Toledo’s cultural landscape?

Toledo is diverse. Look around you, how many ethnicities and ideologies do you see around you? This city is why America is called a melting pot.

How have you seen Toledo change?

When I mentioned to my friends that I was planning on opening the Poco Loco, everyone told me “Are you crazy?” But, Toledo is HOT. I did not let that stop my dreams, and look at us now. But shh.. keep this between you and me.

How does family shape your business?

This is a really funny question for us considering even my dog Willie wishes he could come and work with us. Family is everything and we would not be where we are without the amazing support. Also, all my employees and partners are a second family to us.

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How did the business begin?

My father, Bryan Cleavenger, founded in the company in 1995 to offer the public the services of safety compliance, training and consulting.

Same Day Appointments Available

Why Toledo?

This is our hometown. We want to help keep our fellow Toledoans safe at the workplace.

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How does Toledo bring you success?

We have been growing our company through local advertisement and backed up with a great reputation for being experts in our field.

How does your business make an impact?

2017

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Locally Owned Since 1991

It is our duty to make sure workers go home to their families each and every day.

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What are you passionate about right now?

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Introducing our company and the services we provide to potential new clients.

7640 W. Sylvania Ave, Sylvania, OH 43560

419-872-0777 daohio.com

Perrysburg 12780 Roachton Rd, Perrysburg, OH 43551

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La Scola Italian Grill

5375 Airport Hwy., 419- 381-2100. lascolaitaliangrill.com 5-10pm, Tuesday-Thursday.

4-11pm, Friday- Saturday.

5-9pm, Sunday.

Owners: Gus Nicolaidis and Moussa Salloukh Since: October 2017

How does your business make an impact?

We have employed a lot of people over the past 11 years and contributed back to the community with a lot of charitable work, we enjoy giving back.

How do you stay inspired?

Seeing what other chefs are doing and creating and continually raising the bar, our patrons also inspire us.

“Independent restaurant operators putting our passion and love for food and family on to every plate.”

Moussa Salloukh, co-owner

What’s your favorite part of interacting with customers?

Talking about food and wine.

How do you fit into Toledo’s cultural landscape?

Toledo is a very ethnic and cultural town and growing up in an ethnic family food was very important, then and now.

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Toledo Hemp Center 815 Phillips Ave., 419-724-9588.

Toledohempcenter.com 10am-6pm, Monday-Friday.

11am-4pm, Saturday.

Owner: Kevin Spitler

What’s something that people might not know?

Payton DeMoe

Something unique about the Toledo Hemp Center is that we help pets, dogs, cats and even horses. Our furry friends have the same system as humans, so our products have the same benefits.

We Also Do

How have you seen your industry change?

Shorten Curtains & Drapes Replace & Fix Jacket Zippers Hem Slacks & Jeans Sew on Patches-Scouts to Military & Leather

Mending New Coat Linings Repair Furs Make Cushions and Pillows

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We have seen CBD and hemp become more known and acceptable. We have seen doctors refer their patients to our store and we have seen and heard inspiring stories of how much relief they have gotten from CBD and hemp.

Best lessons you’ve learned?

Patience. A lot of people are uneducated and don’t know the difference of hemp and marijuana but I have learned I just have to educate them and be patient.

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W Wagoner, Wagoner, &Associates Since: 1980

5954 Renaissance Pl. Ste. D. 419-842-8488. ameriprise.com/ gregory.w.wagoner 9am-6pm, Monday-Friday.

Owners: William and Colleen Wagoner

What are you passionate about right now?

It’s Margarita Time!

Currently, I am passionate about building my own business through seeing more clients and giving them the best service I can provide.

Best lessons you have learned?

Be patient, listen to your client, get to know them so you know what goals the client wants to achieve and how.

Thank you Toledo for voting us BEST MARGARITA the past 5 years!

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Gregory Wagoner

How does Toledo bring you success?

The community that we live in helps our business prosper through referrals and loyalty to our practice.

Join us daily for Happy Hour 11am-6pm

What is somethingthat people might not know?

THE ORIGINAL

We do individualized financial planning by hand so it is personally tailored for our clients.

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7742 W. Bancroft (1 Mile West of McCord)

419.841.7525 A TOLEDO TRADITION for Over 33 Years!

Monday-Thursday: 11am-11pm Friday & Saturday: 11am-Midnight Sunday: Closed

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10853 Waterville St Whitehouse, OH 43571

Friday - Saturday 11:00 AM-11:00 PM

419-877-1180

Sunday 10:00 AM-9: 00 PM

Best Taco Tuesday in Town! $3 Margs • $1 Hard shell tacos

Now Open!

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DINNER BURGER & HAND CUT FRIES 1/2 CHICKEN CHUNKS add hand cut fries for $1.99

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INTELLIGENT LIGHT LENSES

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hat’s popular in the glasses today?” is a frequently asked question at Optical Arts.

It can be answered in so many ways! Would you like to know about style, trend, lens technology, lens colors?

Optical Arts has been the leader in the latest technology and style in Toledo since 1962.

The expertise of a licensed Optician paired with the coolest innovative options results in your new favorite accessory with the finest vision!

A new product that the Optical Arts ladies are excited about is the launch of the All NEW Transitions Style Colors in July!

Light intelligent lenses have been around forever, which conveniently offer comfort and protection from the sun but how cool is it that now we will have the option of having our lenses turn into 4 new colors instead of the same 3 that have been around for years!

2934 W. Central Ave, Toledo 419.535.7837 OpticalArtsInc.com

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Mon-Fri: 7:30am-1pm, Sat-Sun: Closed

Farmer’s Market Summer Hours: Sat. 8am-2pm

Gift Shop & Full Service Florist

Tony Fronk | owner

The Whitehouse Inn

10835 Waterville St., Whitehouse.

419-877-1180. Thewhitehouseinn.net 11am-10pm, Monday-Thursday. 11am-11pm, Friday- Saturday. 10am-9pm, Sunday.

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My father John Fronk opened the restaurant in 1995.

He has owned and operated ten restaurants in NW Ohio.

What are you passionate about right now?

Life, for sure. Businesswise, to be the best in the area and carry on my dad’s legacy.

How do you know when you’re done for the day?

When I have a Budweiser in my hand.

2746 W. Sylvania Ave Toledo, OH 43613

419.261.9166

What’s your favorite part of interacting with customers?

To hear stories about my Dad who passed away three years ago. Also learning where people are from.

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6595 Secor Rd. Lambertville When you sell your home, you want to make sure you’re getting the best price for your property. The best way to do that is to sell when demand is high and supply is low. And if you look at supply and demand, there’s never been a better time to sell your home.

According to the most recent Home Price Insights Report from CoreLogic, there are four times as many renters looking to purchase a home in the next twelve months than there are homeowners looking to sell.

And as rents continue to rise around the country, the number of renters looking to transition to ownership will only increase. (According to Realtor.com’s most recent Market Outlook Report from Q4 2017, rents rose in a whopping 78% of counties across the US year-over-year.)

The Takeaway: If you’ve been thinking about selling your home, now is the time to make a move. With so many potential buyers flooding the market, demand has never been higher.

That demand will get you a much higher price for your property than just last year.

Kelly Adesi-Beaubien @opticalartstoledo

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Toledo: 5012 Talmadge Rd., 419-474-9611.

7:30am-8pm, Monday-Tuesday.

7:30am-5pm, Wednesday.

7:30am-2:30pm.

Friday. 8am-noon, Saturday.

Maumee: 4359 Keystone Dr., 419-893-0221.

8am-5pm, Monday-Wednesday.

8am-7pm. Thursday. 8am-2pm, Friday. 8am-noon, Saturday.

Since: 1946

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Why Toledo?

In 1946, my father, Dr. Sheldon Frankel chose Toledo, Ohio, as home for his dental practice.

Toledo had so much to offer. My father was a New Yorker but realized there was something special about Toledo. Most importantly, it was home to a beautiful registered nurse, Ervine Hening. She became my mother.

How does family shape your business?

jonfrankeldentistry.com

Frankel Dentistry

Jon Frankel, DDS | owner

I still see my dad’s patients! Some have been in our care for over 60 years. Frankel Dentistry serves the Toledo area through dentistry.

This commitment to service can be seen in our Free Dental Days. The Wednesday before Thanksgiving we open our Toledo location and offer free treatment. We want everyone to enjoy a pain-free Thanksgiving. The Wednesday before Memorial Day in honor of those who served our country, we offer free dental care to veterans and those in active service. We are grateful to be home in Toledo.

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It was challenging when my father passed away.

He was my mentor and coach. We talked every day. His approach to dentistry is an inspiration for Frankel Dentistry. We are grateful to serve the Toledo area through dentistry with an always better attitude.

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Original Gino’s Pizza First location: 3981 Monroe St., 419-472-3567. Hours vary by location.

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How did the business begin?

Founder Steve Sparks opened the first Gino’s in 1953. I was good friends (and a customer) with him and then I talked him into retirement.

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Also, having customers originally from Toledo making Gino’s their very first stop when they come back home. Then, asking us to open in their new city or state.

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What does your name mean?

Family name for generations, born and raised in the 419! You know the phrase “you’ll do better in Toledo?”

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I was born and raised in Toledo, OH and I always knew after my journey through school, I wanted to come back. After graduating from Notre Dame Academy, I moved to Granville Ohio to attend Denison University for college, then over to Cleveland for CWRU dental school, and finally to Pittsburgh for my residency. No matter where I’ve lived, I’ve always referred to Toledo as my home and I’m glad that it truly is now.

How have you seen Toledo change?

Since I have been away at school, I’ve noticed some amazing changes in the city.

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“Enhancing smiles and supporting the community.”

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automotive history to an all-Jeep parade, celebrate all things Jeep during this family-friendly weekend.

3:30pm on Friday, August 10 to 12:30pm on Sunday, August 12. Toledojeepfest.com Free

2018 Toledo Jeep Fest - From off-roading to

from around the Great Lakes Region will line downtown Maumee streets. Find live music in the beer garden with the Taste of Maumee food vendors on site. Friday, 5pm-midnight. Saturday, 9ammidnight. Downtown Maumee. maumeesummerfair. com Free

Maumee Summer Fair - Over 150 artists’ booths

80's Explosion Party - Layer on your best neon clothing for the 7th annual dance party. $30. 8pmmidnight. Centennial Terrace, 5733 Centennial Rd., Sylvania. 419-885-7106. centennialterrace.org

Sit among the flowers and enjoy timeless melodies from the Great American Songbook during this weekly summer concert series. $10. 6:30-8:30pm.

Toledo Botanical Garden, 5403 Elmer Dr. 419-720-8714. toledogrows.org

Jazz in the Garden w/Gene Parker Quintet -

What’s better than mouth-watering BBQ for an important cause? Help raise awareness of child hunger in the area with others at this get together full of food, music and festivities. Noon-5pm. 3045 W. Alexis Rd. (formerly Food Town) 419-724-9588. toledohempcenter.com Free

Toledo Hemp Center Community Cookout -

crafts, music and clothing, and enjoy performances from traditional and Bollywood dancers. 11am-8pm.

Centennial Terrace, 5773 Centennial Rd., Sylvania.

419-885-7106. facebook.com/festivalofindia2018

Festival of India - Sample Indian cuisine, shop for

community and local businesses to continue and promote healthy practices and choices that preserve our land, homes and health. 10am-5pm. Agnes Reynolds Jackson Arboretum, 718 W. Delaware Ave. 419-699-2279. kneadingtimeholistictherapy.com Free

Natural Living Festival - Connect with the

Market is bursting with life and locally grown crops.

Organic farm vendors stand out with colorful, seasonal produce and herbs. Make something fresh tonight. 8am-3pm. Toledo Farmers’ Market, 525 Market St. 419-255-6765. toledofarmersmarket.com Free

Toledo Farmers’ Market - By August, the Farmers’

Wild About Art - This two-day fair will feature live music, special events, and fine art from artists around the region. Included with Zoo admission.

Saturday and Sunday, 10am-6pm. Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way. 419-385-5721. toledozoo.org

Help the Sylvania Rotary Club decide. $6. 5-11pm, Friday. 4-11pm, Saturday. Centennial Terrace, 5733 Centennial Rd., Sylvania. 419-885-7106.

Centennialterrace.org Also Saturday August 4.

Burger Bash - Who makes the best burger?

band. $37+. 8pm. Centennial Terrace, 5733 Centennial Rd., Sylvania. 419-885-7106. centennialterrace.org

STYX - Come sail away with the legendary rock

Bowling Green Farmers’ Market - Downtown Bowling Green draws a crowd Wednesdays for the weekly market, featuring crafts, baked goods, jams, fruit, veggies, live music and special tastings. 4-7pm.

Clough & S. Main St., Bowling Green. 419-354-4332. bgfarmersmarket.org Free

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7th Barrio Latino Art Festival - This street festival

17th year, the RRJF welcomes artists for a mix of, smooth jazz, gospel, and jazz standards. No smoking!

Saturday and Sunday. Noon-10pm. St. Mary’s Park, W. Elm Ave., Monroe, MI. riverraisinjazzfestival.org Free

17th River Raisin Jazz Festival - Now in it’s

17th Barefoot on the Beach - A true feast for foodies— over 20 local restaurants will set up on the beach to serve delightful bites. Live music and fireworks are the icing on the cake. Proceeds benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Toledo. $125.

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August 31-September 6. Ticket prices vary. 8514 SR 108, Wauseon, OH. fultoncountyfair.com

2018 Fulton County Fair - Head to the “top of

Glass City Donut Festival - Celebrate all things donuts as area bakers compete for bragging rights. $25, includes a donut sample from each vendor and two coffees. 6-9pm. The Shops at Fallen Timbers, 3100 Main St., facebook.com/GlassCityDonutFestival/

Market every Thursday lining the streets of downtown, with live music in the grassy schoolyard.

7-8pm. Commodore Schoolyard, 140 E. Indiana Ave., Perrysburg. 419-874-9174. perrysburg-farmersmarket.com Free

Music at the Market w/The Original Killer Flamingos - Perrysburg has an amazing Farmers’

Alley Beer Garden - Let your senses run wild with live music, craft beer and local food trucks at the party, or sign up for a colorful glow ride through Sylvania. Party is free, Ride is $15. 5-11pm. Richard Becker Alley behind Fuller Art House, 5679 Main St., Sylvania. 419-882-8949.

12th Classic Boat Show - Be sure to visit the waterfront Saturday for the 12th annual Antique & Classic Boat Show. The event will feature live music with Kentucky Chrome, local food vendors and all the cool antique boats you can handle. 8am-5pm.

Promenade Park, 400 Water St. 419-245-3357. toledoboatshow.com Free

Dorr Street Live - This large, annual urban festival pays homage to the Dorr Street business and residential district famously called the Dorr Street Corridor. Noon-8pm. African American Legacy Project, 1326 Collingwood Blvd., 419-720-4369. africanamericanlegacy.org Free

German-American traditions at this favored three day festival. Shuttles leave from 14 Toledo locations. $8 shuttle ticket, passes $8-$20. Friday, 6pm-1am.

Saturday, 2pm-1am. Sunday, noon-11pm. Oak Shade Grove, 3624 Seaman Rd., Oregon. 419-961-4116. gemanamericanfestival.net

53rd German-American Festival - Celebrate

Feast with the Beasts - Experience an unforgettable evening with the animals of the African Safari. Cocktails and hor d’oeuvres will be served, then move on for a five course meal. $250. 6:30pm.

Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way. 419-385-5721. toledozoo. org/feast

Hailing from Atlanta, Blackberry Smoke knows how to get the crowd moving to their sweetsounding southern rock. Their recent release, Find a Light, creates the perfect summer vibe. $37. 7pm.

Hensville Park, 406 Washington St. 419-725-4367. hensvilletoledo.com

Hensville Park Concert w/Blackberry Smoke

Hungarian festival highlights foods from the region, a beer garden, live music and dancing in the heart of the Birmingham neighborhood. Noon-9pm. St. Stephen's Church, 1880 Genesee St. 419-691-1673. birminghamethnicfestival.org Free

44th Birmingham Ethnic Festival - This annual

starts off with a parade and features a basketball tournament, volleyball, rides and games, a beer garden, live music, and BBQ. Celebrate summer! $5. 10am-11:30pm. Swanton Memorial Park, 123 Parkview Dr., Swanton. 419-377-0859. swantoncornfest.com

Swanton Corn Festival - This annual event

14th Levis Commons Fine Art Fair - Hosted by the The Guild of Artists and Artisans, this two day open-air juried art fair features over 130 art vendors and artisans. Saturday, 10am-7pm. Sunday, 11am-5pm. Levis Commons, Levis Commons Blvd., Perrysburg. 734-662-3382. theguild.org

2018 Toledo Pride Festival - Celebrate the LGTBQ+ community with a parade, dancing, live entertainment, and tons of fun. Toledo hosts one of the top three biggest pride celebrations in Ohio. Can’t wait! Events all weekend. Levis Square, 285 N. St. Clair St. toledopride.com

The Wizard of Oz - Be a kid again and watch the iconic 1939 film during an outdoor screening on the lawn at the TMA’s Glass Pavilion. 9:15-11pm. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free

these fabulous performers as Toledo Pride raises support for Harvey House and the NWO Community Shares Program. Discounted admission ($3) with non-perishable donations. Levis Square, Madison & St. Clair St. $5. 7:30-11:30pm. toledopride.com

You Will Do Better in Drag - Show the love for

35th NWO Rib-Off & Music Fest - Enjoy live music while national and local food vendors compete for the coveted prize of Best Ribs! Morris Day and the Time perform Thursday, Michael McDonald on Friday, and Lee Brice on Saturday.

4pm-midnight, Thursday. Noon-midnight, Friday and Saturday. Sunday is Family Day from Noon-6pm. $7-$45. Lucas County Fairgrounds, 1406 Key St., Maumee. 419-893-2127. nworiboff.com

Art Loop: Dog Days of Summer & Cats - Party like an animal with four legged friends during the monthly 3rd Thursday Art Loop. 5:30-9pm. Downtown Toledo. theartscommission.org/artloop Free

Get those ear plugs in, but don’t miss a chance to see the big boys play dirty. Super Semis, tractors and stock diesels compete all day to pull the most weight. $20 per day. Thursday-Sunday. Wood County Fairgrounds, 1150 Haskins Rd., Bowling Green. 419354-1434. Pulltown.com

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How do you fit into Toledo’s cultural landscape?

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A nomadic spirit is in our roots. As pilots in the United States Air Force, we’ve traveled the world.

When we laid the foundation for The Flying Joe, we had a permanent location for an intangible idea. After nearly 10 years of growth and discovery, a lot has changed, but our vision has not. We want to evoke the level of service found during the romantic era of aviation, when the customer service was second-to-none and the skill-level was focused and cutting-edge. We love making people happy. We work hard to craft the area’s best coffee, and continue to search for the greatest cup on Earth.

What’s something that people might not know?

We have recently expanded our menu to include specialty cocktails, craft beer and wine. We offer a relaxing and unique environment to sip a glass of wine or try one of our unique cocktails during brunch weekend, after work gatherings or before your Saturday night dinner plans.

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How does your business make an impact?

We provide meals for people who are homebound or disabled.

For people who cannot stand for long periods or cook for themselves.

It provides them with a sense of independence and the ability to be home in their own environment in times of need.

How does family shape your business?

We are family owned and operated and this helps to ensure the quality of our products and that every person gets treated with respect and caring.

Our family wants to see the business continue, so it ensures more care is put into everything we do. It also gives us other points of view on ideas that we have to help with changes to our business.

Favorite part of interacting with customers?

Locally Owned and Operated Since 1995

The stories of their past. Each person is unique and they have such interesting stories. Some were famous, some owned businesses, many had struggles.

What’s your relationship with the founder of the business?

Harvey and Nola Schmucker were my grandparents.

How does Toledo bring you success?

Toledo loves its hometown businesses. Toledo’s support is amazing and is what has helped us make to our 70th anniversary.

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Helping Save Lives and Train Workplace Safety for 23 years!

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HE CARED FOR PEOPLE. His sense of humor, wit and ability to connect with all people will be deeply missed.

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Inside the Box

Downtown Toledo welcomes Hotbox Bistro

By Courtney Probert It’s the perfect time to take a stroll through downtown during lunch hour to fill hungry stomachs to discover Hotbox Bistro, a Cajun-style eatery owned by Toledoan Keitha Sheares, which opened in January on Erie Street near Adams.

Evolution of business

With 15 years in the food industry, a Master’s degree in restaurant management, and previous experience as a restaruant owner (Sheares opened the now-closed My Own Soul at age 25), She is confident in this location and concept.

“I did a lot of market research in the area and (reviewed) other restaurants’ menus. I created my menu based on what (downtown) was missing,” she explained.

“We serve very culture-based ethnic food.

I’m tailoring to people who want that.”

Hotbox was originally only a delivery food app— “I wanted to bridge technology and the restaurant,” Sheares said— and used the restaurant’s current location as a kitchen for catering, orders through the app and a brick and mortar location, transitioning from the food truck she had for a year.

Tastes of home

The menu focuses on variety, offering daily specials and a plenty of Southern and Soul Food favorites. Find classics like Gumbo, Cajun pastas, baked mac n

cheese, steak tips with gravy and fried chicken wings— served in hot, lemon pepper and sweet and spicy sauces— as well as more typical lunch fare like salads and sandwiches. A favorite, the pineapple bowl— fried or steamed rice, sauteed veggies, sweet or spicy teriyaki sauce, served inside a pineapple and topped off with grilled pineapple slices— is both savory and sweet.

Ingrediants are fresh and everything is cooked to order, served steaming hot after sizzling on the grill. Our boxed-up leftovers were still warm even after a short walk back to the office.

Right at your fingertips

Download the app, “HotBox Food Order App” to order your food for pickup or request business delivery. Delivery, with a $25 ticket minimum, serves commercial businesses all around Toledo.

Hotbox Bistro is located at 332 N. Erie St. Open Monday-Friday 10am-4pm in addition to Friday late night hours from 10pm-3am. 419-690-4990. hotboxbistro.com

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The 15th Annual 2018

Downtown Monroe

Fine Art Fair

POPPERS Be hoppy

Chef Aaron Lawson, with years of training and experience, and is now serving his innovative and Southern inspired cuisine at Brim House of the Renaissance Hotel. Teaming up with the Toledo Spirits Company for a coursed dinner paired with the carefully crafted drinks, Lawson presents the Chef’s Table Dinner Series. Visit the Heights rooftop bar at the hotel for pure indulgence. Tickets at eventbrite.com. $55. 6:30-9pm Thursday, August 9. Renaissance Hotel, 444 N. Summit St. 419-243-7664. brimhousetoledo.com

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Feel like you’re surrounded by tropical waters and sand at The Baker’s Kitchen Island Wine & Food Benefit, an island themed evening with wine tastings and a dinner featuring Teriyaki glazed chicken/ pineapple and shrimp kabobs, grazing stations with cheeses, mango salsa and chips, fresh salads and a dessert table. All proceeds benefit Bittersweet Farms in Whitehouse, a non-profit that provides services to adults and children with autism. Be sure to grab tickets in advance, space is limited. $25. 5-10pm Saturday, August 11. The Baker’s Kitchen, 6433 Monclova Rd., Maumee. 419-891-9693. thebakerskitcen.net

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Sculptures, Photographers, Jewelry, Pottery, Glass, Wood, Fiber Art & Painters.

17th Annual Jazz Festival 2nd stage for Jazz Festival in Loranger Square.

Children’s Art Tent by the Lotus Fountain.

Burgers galore

Saturday, August 11th: 10am - 6pm Sunday, August 12th: 10am - 5pm DownTownMonroeFineArtFair.com Special Downtown Merchants Sale

While eating healthy is cool, when it comes to burgers, juicy goodness brings satisfaction.

Feed those cravings with tastings at Rotary Club of Sylvania’s Burger Bash, where restaurant vendors will compete for the distinction of which burger has the best flavor. Live music will accompany this event. $6. 5-11pm. Friday, August 3. 4-11pm.

Saturday, August 4. Centennial Terrace, 5773 Centennial Rd., Sylvania. 419-885-7106. centennialterrace.org

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Toledo boasts fresh and organic produce at various grocery stores and markets. Adding to that list, the University of Toledo Lake Erie Center hosts its own Farmers Market. Shop from local farmers and vendors, and check out area food trucks parked on the grounds.

3-6pm Friday, August 10. University of Toledo Lake Erie Center, 6200 Bayshore Rd., Oregon.

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Wednesday, 8.1

Bowling Green Farmers Market Downtown BG

Check out farm to table food from vendors while enjoying live music, crafts and tastings every Wednesday through August and September.

4-7pm. Clough & S. Main St. bgfarmersmarket.org Free

Saturday, 8.4

Free Sample Saturdays Super Suppers

Sample delicious bites while you learn how to save time and money on food, plus meal prep for the week. Sampling is free, just pay for the entrees you make. Noon-1pm. 7015 Lighthouse Way, Suite 100, Perrysburg. 419-872-6325. supersuppers.com Free

Monday, 8.6

Feed the 419 Vision Ministries South Toledo

Volunteer with Vision Ministries to help set up and serve meals to those in need within our community. Noon-3pm. 1630 Broadway St. 419-242-0140. vision.today Free

Thursday, 8.9

Fermented Foods & Dry Canning Olander Park

Ever wanted to make and preserve your own dry goods? Learn how at this adult only workshop.

Bonus: you don’t need a vacuum sealer. Free for Sylvania residents, $5 for non-residents.

6930 Sylvania Ave., Sylvania. 419-882-8313. olanderpark.com

Tastings

Saturday, 8.11

Lecture Series: Celebrating the Honeybee with Dr. Jim Tew Culinary Vegetable Institute

Learn the importance of honeybees, the decline of colonies, and ways to protect them with bee expert and Ohio State University Emeritus Professor of Entomology, Dr. Jim Tew. During the presentation, enjoy a six-course meal celebrating the institute’s own honeybees. $108. 6:30pm.

12304 Mudbrook Rd., Milan.

419-499-7500. culinaryvegetableinstitute.com

Home-Made Pierogies Foodology

This family-friendly class will feature instruction from Chef Julie on tips and trick for making pierogies, including her popular fillings. $35/ children under 10 years old, $40/children 10+ years, $50/adults. Noon-3pm. 2059 W. Laskey Rd. 419-283-5980. foodologytoledo.com

Brunch and Beats The Flying Joe

The coffee shop will offer a weekend brunch menu including bacon, cheddar and chive quiche, sweet potato hash quiche, berry yogurt bowl, and dill egg salad toast, as well as a featured drink made of Black Cloister Finn McCool and the Joe’s house espresso. While munching, enjoy music from Taia Haas on Saturday, and Scott Williams on Sunday. Menu prices vary. 9am-1pm Saturday and 10am-2pm Sunday. 2130 Preston Pkwy., Perrysburg. 419-931-0273. theflyingjoe.com

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Wednesday, 8.8

Tequila Tasting Plat8

Chef Anthony will prepare a five-course dinner perfectly paired with Casa Noble Tequilas. Seating is limited, so reserve your spot in advance. $60+ tax and tip. 6:30pm. 4330 Central Ave. 419-214-0370. plat8toledo.com

8/3 Jeff Stewart 8/4 Josh Whitney 8/10 Joe Woods 8/11 Bob Stevens

Friday, 8.10

Wine by the Glass Pavilion Toledo Museum of Art

Thursday, 8.2

Wine Tasting Joseph’s Beverage Center

Explore your palate with various wine samples each week. Meet at Joseph’s every Thursday for great tasting wines. Prices vary. 6-8pm. 4129 Talmadge Rd. 419-472-1421. josephswinestoretoledooh.com

Friday, 8.3

Guess the Grape Tasting Walt Churchill’s Market

Do you know your wines? Test your taste buds at this customer favorite wine sampling. Prices vary. 4-7pm.

26625 Dixie Hwy., Perrysburg.

419-872-6900. waltchurchillsmarket.com

Saturday, 8.4

New Additions!

Walt Churchill’s Market

Expand your palate and discover new flavors. The wine department will introduce new finds for you to enjoy.

Prices vary. 2-6pm. 3320 Briarfield Blvd., Maumee.

419-794-4000. waltchurchillsmarket.com

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This delectable tasting features Bordeaux’s Best French wines. Sip on four tastings with paired hors d’oeuvres. $25/members, $35/non-members.

6:30-8:30pm. 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org

Monday, 8.13

Champagne Tasting Walt Churchill’s Market

Jason Price of Terry Theise Portfolio will be the speaker at this special tasting, highlighting the selections available for holiday season pre order.

This is a great chance to get discounted prices for your favorite adult beverage. Reservation required. $35. 6:30-8pm. 3320 Briarfield Blvd., Maumee.

419-794-4000. waltchurchillsmarket.com

Wednesday, 8.15

Craft Cocktail Workshop Registry Bistro

This “Tequila Beyond the Margarita” workshop provides a hands-on experience learning how to mix drinks along with a brief history lesson. Light appetizers provided. $25. 6-8pm. 144 N. Superior St. 419-725-0444. registrybistro.com

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CURTAIN CALL

Under the Big Top

“It don’t stop until the casket drop”

Audiences love the spectacle of the circus, but sometimes the most sensational story happens outside of the tent. Find yourself mesmerized by P.T. Barnum, the infamous and legendary showman, during Barnum. Combining circus acts with traditional theater, this rarely-performed musical returns to The Croswell’s stage for the first time in 30 years for a two weekend run. $15-$35.

August 10-19. 8pm, Thursdays-Saturdays. 2:30pm, Sundays and Saturday August 18.

The Croswell Opera House, 129 E. Maumee St., Adrian, MI. 517-264-7469. Croswell.org

Toledo playwright determined to keep his Art Alive

By Samuel Adams Playwright JaJuan Turner knows the struggle. A courier by day for Mercy Medical Center, Turner goes home and writes four hours daily in a room dubbed “the lab.” He’s 80% deaf and the hearing aids he needs exceed his budget. Artistic sinecures and safeguards elude him: no fancy university post, no agent, no grants.

He’s directing and self-funding his play, Secrets, through TURNERMAN productions and he’s marvelously energetic.

He turns brief phone interviews into Homeric tales of striving, set between two post-industrial cities, and featuring a bit sitcom star as a sometime nemesis.

If even half the verve Turner musters in conversation comes through onstage, you should drop twenty bucks and see his play.

Candid and confident

“I’m out here. I’m pushing,” Turner says. “It don’t stop until the casket drop.”

The fortysomething father of three is effusively candid, brimful of confidence, and unthrifty with gripes. His latest play traces the fallout of infidelity over a fractious long weekend in Toledo. Bella, a preacher’s wife takes advantage of her husband Mitchell’s absence to shack up with Mitchell’s brother, Malik. There’s a wisecracking teen, political themes, and a message befitting a Sunday morning conclusion. But before that, it’s bumpy.

“It’s sexy and seductive. You’re gonna get your sensation, your titillation,” promises Turner. “It’s not for children.” Turner hails from Flint, Michigan.

Growing up, he read Judy Blume and drafted Blume-ian novels. After graduation, he began acting and writing screenplays inspired by 90s auteurs Spike Lee and Quentin Tarantino. Turner witnessed Flint’s auto industry decline, but he also saw rappers like The Dayton Family and MC Breed boost Flint Town to a national level, charting a path other local artists might follow.

Then came Carl Payne.

Reclaiming his Shine

Believing he’d landed a starring role in a traveling theater company, Turner was bamboozled into being the understudy of Carl Anthony Payne II, aka “Cole” from Martin.

“It burned me so bad,” Turner says.

But he recovered and wrote his first play, The Game of Life. So if Payne II were standing before him now…

“Hah. I would say: hey, I’m not mad.

You did steal my shine. But, actually, it’s a blessing.”

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Just JaJuan

Eventually, family-ties, car trouble, and a layoff landed Turner in the Glass City; he loves Toledo but sees its untapped potential. Since Turner moved, his hometown’s water crisis turned Flint into shorthand for total civic abandonment; a knowledge of how things could fall charges Turner’s disregard for “fluff ” in art and his hopes for Toledo.

“Toledo’s definitely not Flint. It’s an upgrade. But it is what you make of it. It could be greater, if we made it greater.”

As a black artist, Turner worries about how blackness can become its own pigeonholing genre.

“Me being an African-American artist, a black talent, people always want to compare me to Tyler Perry. I’m just JaJuan Turner.”

Cast locally, Secrets stars Chara, Da’jzhanae Smith, Jeremiah Bishop, Jerrell Mayo, Lisa Flynn, Patrick Meals, and JaJuan’s wife and co-producer, Kesha Turner.

“They’re as talented a cast as I’ve ever seen…maybe not the Warriors, but they’re like the old school Cavaliers that won the championship.”

Turner claims he doesn’t need fame, but he’ll take fortune. Turner’s lived long enough to let his dreams die, watch manuscripts collect dust.

But on August 4, the dream revives. If this sally doesn’t land, he’ll try again.

In the meantime, hospitals need couriering and Mr. Turner’s lab awaits.

“If something’s in you, you gotta bring it out or you’ll be unfilled. And if you’re waiting for someone to do it for you…you might as well be waiting for Jesus to come back.”

Humor is best tested at a moment’s notice.

Want to master the art of off the cuff jokes? Nick Morgan, Erin Kanary and Diana DePasquale— Toledo improv veterans who began the Toledo Rep’s adult improv program— have launched Glass City Improv, a new theater group dedicated to improv classes and performances. The instructors will continue to offer three levels of improv training, as well as the ‘The Monthly’ improv show (8:30pm on the last Friday of every month at The Valentine’s Studio A Theatre). The first round of classes begin Tuesday, August 14.

For more information and to register, visit glasscityimprov.com.

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$20. 7pm. Saturday, August 4.

Collingwood Arts Center 2413 Collingwood Blvd., 419-244-2787. collingwoodartscenter.org For more information, please call 419-975-5244 or 419-975-7849, contact turnermanproductions@yahoo.com, or visit brownpapertickets.com/event/3381746.

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FILM NOTES Inside and out

Celebrate the art of film at the Toledo Museum of Art during two upcoming events. First, head outdoors to catch a free screening on the lawn of the 1972 environmentally-minded post-apocalyptic sci-fi film, Silent Running, at 9:15pm on Friday, August 3. Next, spend an air-conditioned evening in the Peristyle for the 1922 documentary about an Inuit hunter, Nanook of the North, at 7pm on Wednesday, August 8.

The outdoor film is free for all, while the documentary screening is $5 for non-members. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. Toledomuseum.org

Calm down

Having trouble relaxing? You aren’t alone. Over 40 million adults, and 20 percent of teens, in the United States suffer from anxiety disorders. Hear from kids and teens about how anxiety impacts their life during the Indieflix Original documentary, Angst: Raising Awareness Around Anxiety. This screening presented by Heart & Soul, a community nonprofit that raises awareness for mental illness, is free, but online registration is required. 6:30-9pm. Wednesday, August 8. Maumee Indoor Theatre, 601 Conant St., 419-764-4387. facebook.com/heartandsoultoledo Free

Tying the room together

It’s been 20 years, but The Dude still abides. Celebrate two decades of White Russians, bowling, and mistaken identity with the 20th anniversary of The Big Lebowski when the cult classic returns to theaters for two nights. 2pm & 7pm. Sunday, August 5 and Wednesday, August 8.

Franklin Park 16, 5001 Monroe St., 419-472-2324. Fallen Timbers 14 + Xtreme, 2300 Village Dr. W., Maumee. 419-878-3898. fathomevents.com —AC

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BOOK NOTES Beers with books

Join independent author Michael Timmins at his book release for Party for Prelude to the Shards on Friday, August 3.

This fiction novel includes three tales set in a world called Ismia, exploring the story of a coven of witches and dark magic. Meet with Timmins, get a copy of his book signed, have a chance to win some swag, and discuss the plot over a refreshing glass of craft beer.

6-9pm Friday, August 3. The Casual Pint, 3550 Executive Pkwy.

419-469-8965. michaeltimmins42.com Free

Nick Muska

Literary meet up

The mind of a poet

By Stephen J. Athanas

Local authors, A.S. Coomer and Matt Betts, will get together to discuss their work and inspiration together at Gathering Volumes Bookstore. Both writers have been acknowledged for their creativity through award nominations and appearances in anthologies and literary journals. Meet and talk with the guys about their new and upcoming releases while mingling with other bookworms. 2-4pm Saturday, August 11. 196 E. South Boundary. 567-336-6188. gatheringvolumes.com Free ––CP

At age 76, Toledo poet Nick Muska continues his inspired life by hiding out with a notebook in Jamaica for two months every year.

Nick Muska is a poet and a storyteller, but it ain’t that simple. Soul-baring words of work, love, sex, humanity and the human condition, Muska describes his style as “ simple. . . with a lot of guts.” Poetic conversations ripe with plot lines, adventures and mysteries, they draw in readers, intrigued, to hang on every word.

An artist, curious about life

Muska grew up in Lorain, Ohio, playing violin in the school orchestra. “I was into music first. I could read the C clef, I had a lotta style but I didn’t have the sound. Then I picked up the bass fiddle and played polkas to make a buck, but fell in love with jazz. I was 15. The guy at the corner ‘groceria’, he’d been in the Navy, and he loaned me a Chet Baker record and I wore that sucker white!”

It was an immediate bond for Muska.

This new west coast, cool sound blew his mind. “I read On the Road, then The Dharma Bums, by Jack Kerouac, and along the way I got into poetry and the beatnik scene.” He continues.

“Few people know this: this is the book that made me a poet.” Holding up a brown, thickish thome, held together with Scotch-tape, The Best Loved Poems of the American People, edited

by Bennett Cerf, Muska explains, “I got this book handed to me by my father. My Dad had a job in a shipyard, and they were dumping an entire Captain’s cabin library, and my father saved this book for me!”

The book, not unlike the Chet Baker LP, made an immediate impression on Muska. Stories that included “The Ballad of Yukon Jake,” a tale which Muska quotes from memory, the rhyme scheme from this “immoral tale” drew him in: “His eight-months beard grew stiff and weird/ And it felt like a chestnut bur/And he swore by his gizzard— and the Arctic blizzard/ That he’d do right by her.”

A unique resume

Muska compiled a resumé that now reads like a vagabond poet’s. He graduated from Antioch College in Yellow

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Springs, Ohio in ‘65, did his Masters work at Santa Barbara, taught at Wabash College in Indiana, then took a warehouse gig, regretfully taught a “business report writing” course (where he told his students “Alright, it’s you and me against this material”), went to Paris and Bordeaux to translate French poetry, hung out at the Unicorn Bookshop outside San Diego, played upright bass in various jazz ensembles, was approved by the Ohio Arts Council to be a poet in the schools, landed a job through the Arts Council of Greater Toledo at the Lucas County Jail and Toledo House of Corrections teaching a creative writing course to inmates, and eventually taught at the University of Toledo. Among other past projects, was an annual group reading/ tribute to his hero, Jack Kerouac.

The Nile Chakras

The Sacred Energy Sites of Ancient Egypt

By Dan Furst

Thursday August 9th • 7-9pm at The Black Pearl 4630 Heatherdowns, Toledo Free Admission

Dan Furst returns to Toledo to sign his new book “The Rain on the Nile” and to give astrology readings .

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Jamaican inspiration

His marriage to Susan allows him to spend two months in Jamaica every year, a trek which provides him with inspiration. “My pattern of life is, for ten months I’m here in Toledo, where I ‘slave for de lady, mon’ and then she lets me go to Jamaica. I have a place where I go. I get up at dawn, make my coffee, then I sit and I write in my journal. Then I’ll do an hour’s work on an 8.5 X 11 sheet. The rule is ‘y’gotta fill up one page, if not more’.” After a bite to eat, he crosses the street to the beach where he usually stops at his favorite bar, The Firefly, to soak up the sun, the multi-cultural atmosphere and a few beers while capturing ideas in his notebooks.

Now, at 76 , he feels a need to simplify. “I’m here getting rid of books, decimating my library, saying ‘I’m never gonna read these books . . . someone else should read them.’ “ He pauses.

“Yeah, I’m at that great emptyingout time of my life. The accumulation stopped about five years ago . . . it’s hard, it’s hard.”

The great French poet, Jean Cocteau, once said: Poets are liars who tell the truth. One can’t sense much of the liar in Nick Muska, but the poet in him is everywhere.

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The Bearded Lady Project Paleontologists challenge stereotypes by donning facial hair

By Erin Holden The field of paleontology has a long track-record of being a boys’ club that, like many professions, did not allow much of a place for women. Most pictures likely to be found in science textbooks are of a bearded “white man with a pick ax,” according to Lexi Jamieson Marsh (right), director of The Bearded Lady Project: Challenging the Face of Science. The project includes a documentary and photography exhibit, with portraits of scientists, who happen to be women, doing their field work and wearing beards and mustaches as a “tongue-in-cheek discussion” of women in science.

The mustache is part of the uniform

“It first came about as a joke over dinner with Ellen Currano (lead subject and scientific consultant on the project),” Marsh said. “She was the first real paleontologist I had ever met. I loved hearing about her fieldwork in Ethiopia.

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living her dream, doing amazing work.’

I was telling her how proud of her I was and she said, ‘You know, I have to stop you right there because I know how you see me. I don’t see myself that way.’ It was a jarring moment.”

Dr. Currano explained to Marsh that she just wanted to do her job, but she felt that she had to be “the ideal representation” of a female in science “while simultaneously going to a faculty meeting and being spoken over and ignored.” Marsh recalls Currano joking that she wished she could just put a beard on her face so she could do her job. They laughed, but that conversation sparked an idea that Marsh couldn’t let go. A few months later, Currano and Marsh began working on The Bearded Lady Project.

The project

The project began with a five-minute YouTube video; that led to a short documentary and a traveling tour during which Marsh interviewed scientists from all over the U.S. and the U.K. The concept developed into a photography exhibit when fine art photographer Kelsey Vance began doing black and white portraits of the scientists wearing mustaches and beards.

One of the scientists interviewed had actually done what Dr. Currano had jokingly referred to — she wore a mustache while doing fieldwork in the Outback. Dr. Carol Hickman of UC Berkeley told Marsh that “while she worked in the field, people would see a lone

Dr. Catherine Badgley from University of Michigan poses next to her bearded portrait. woman and assume that she must be in danger or need help. After a while, she just slapped a mustache on her face and no one bothered her.”

One reaction that stood out for Marsh came from a male faculty member at a Society of Vertebrate Paleontology meeting where the exhibit was being shown. He told Marsh that he was aware of the issues the exhibit was highlighting, “but the number of women that he knew personally who felt the need to participate in this was heartbreaking. That was eye-opening for him,” Marsh said.

The exhibit

While the full, feature-length documentary portion of the project will be finished this fall, the photography

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Dr. Katharine Loughney from University of Michigan poses next to her bearded portrait. exhibit is now on display at American Frame until September 26th. American Frame has donated all the frames for the exhibition.

“This project is about women supporting women, and that has been done ten times over with American Frame,” Marsh said. There are also guest speakers and showings of the short documentary at the store.

8:30am-5:30pm, Monday-Wednesday & Friday.

8:30am-6:30pm, Thursday.

American Frame Showroom 400 Tomahawk Dr., Maumee. 419-887-8030. americanframe.com/showroom.aspx For more information on The Bearded Lady Project, visit facebook.com/beardedladyproj.

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Sunday, 8.5

various stitched artworks made by artists of the Guild. On display through Thursday, August 30. 9am-9pm Monday-Thursday, 9am-5:30pm Friday-Saturday and noon-5pm Sunday.

Sanger Branch Library, 3030 Central Ave. 419-259-5370. toledolibrary.org Free

will set up shop on the mainway, displaying crafts, fine art, glass art and more. Included in Zoo admission. 10am-5pm. SaturdaySunday, August 4-5. Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way. 419-385-5721. Toledozoo.org

YAAW Creatives Premiere - Celebrate

Clay Flasks - Students in this workshop will create their own stoneware flask in medieval style. $30. 6:30pm. Toledo Botanical Garden Hands-on Studio, 5403 Elmer Dr. 419-902-6800. artvillage419.org

Needle Arts Guild Exhibit - View the

the 2018 Young Artist At Work Apprentices at the YAAW Creatives Premiere and Artist Market.

View and shop for art made during the program and enjoy a presentation by the apprentices, 5-7pm. Toledo Museum of Art Peristyle, 2445 Monroe St., 419-254-2787. theartscommission.org/youth Free

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Free admission to “Community” - Every Thursday evening from 5-9pm, see Rebecca Louise Law’s site-specific installation of fresh and dried flora. On view through January 13, 2019. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free

Wild About Art - Local and regional artists

Tuesday, 8.7

Drink + Draw - BYOB to this open life drawing session. 21+ only. $10. 7pm. The Art Supply Depo, 29 S. St. Clair St., 419-720-6462. artsupplydepo.com

Eyes on East Africa

Whether her subject is African wildlife or cityscapes in Nairobi, photographer Chris Gordon finds herself inspired and invigorated by the people, culture and environment of East Africa. A world traveller, the Toledo-native will show digital photography from her most recent trip during her solo exhibit East Africa: Photos from Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda. Proceeds from the sale of her photography will go toward those in need that she met on the trip, including women farmers of Kenya, a children’s hospital in Uganda, refugee girls and orphaned schoolchildren in Nairobi, and more. On view through October 26. 9am-3pm, Monday-Friday. Wolfe Gallery, on the campus of Maumee Valley Country Day School, 1715 S. Reynolds Rd., 419-381-1313. Mvcds.org Free

Arte Grandioso

Spend a minute in the 1200 block of Broadway to get a sense of the community’s creativity. With colorful, large murals, vibrant buildings and a community garden, the district’s expressive look is a perfect prelude to what you can expect during the 7th annual Barrio Latino Art Festival. See work by local artists and get a sense of the community’s spirit during a day full of creativity, food, music, dancing, entertainment and family fun. Held in support of Nuestra Gente Community Projects and The Providence Center. 1-9pm. Sunday, August 12.

1205 Broadway St. (near the corner of Western Ave.). 567-702-0040. facebook.com/BarrioLatinoArtFestival Free

Range of voices

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Yarn Night at Spoiled - Gather with friends

and work with each other while continuing individual projects. Whether it’s knitting or crocheting, all yarn creatives welcome. $7.50.

6-8pm. Spoiled, 209 Conant St., Maumee.

419-794-3422. knittedhome.com

My Art Survives 10 Year Anniversary

Friday, 8.3

Art Walk: Summer Social - Shop from

local artists and walk the streets of Sylvania full of food trucks, art, music, and glass blowing demos. Drink in the beer garden and indulge in ice cream. 5-9pm. Downtown Sylvania.

419-885-8381. redbirdarts.org Free

Opening Reception: “Material Translation” - Jordan Buschur curates an

exhibit of four artists who use woven or printed textiles and patterns to create a conversation based in translation. Nancy FriedemannSánchez, Natalie Lanese, Victoria Martinez and Sophie Treppendahl will show their work.

Through August 24. 6-8pm. The Neon Heater Art Gallery, 400 1/2 S. Main St., Rm 22, Findlay.

419-957-2731. facebook.com/theneonheater

How is an artist represented by their work? Meditate on the meaning of collaboration and individual force with the River House Arts group exhibit, Agency.

Bringing together the work of artists, performers, activists and educators, Agency features work by local artists Lindsay Akens, Jordan Buschur, Erin Garber-Pearson, Natalie Lanese, Mad Mohre, and Crystal Gale Phelps. Meet the artists and discuss the exhibit during a reception from 6-8pm on Thursday, August 2 before the show closes on Saturday, August 4. River House Arts Gallery 6, 425 Jefferson Ave., 419-441-4025.

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Celebrate with My Art Survives and Mind & Soul Collective at their block party featuring food, music and an art collaboration of over 20 artists who will create a graffiti mural. Noon-9pm.

SeaGate Food Bank, 526 High St. facebook.com/mindandsoulcollective Free

Friday, 8.10

GAPP Lecture: Hiromi Takizawa

Join the artist as she discusses her work and participation in the Museum’s Guest Artist Pavilion Project Residency. 7pm.

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

Sunday, 8.12

Acrylic Pour on Canvas - Learn various

techniques to create your own technicolor masterpiece using acrylic paint. $30. Our Studio with olive m’lou, 3142 Markway. 734-751-2698. facebook.com/UnleashingYourCreativity

Monday, 8.13

Monarch Butterfly Painting Class

Saturday, 8.4

Bath Bombs - Make a half dozen bath

bombs with common household ingredients, essential oils, and food coloring. Keep or give away the bath bombs you make and go home with a recipe. $20. 11am-1pm. Our Studio with olive m’lou, 3142 Markway. 734-751-2698. facebook.com/UnleashingYourCreativity

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Create your own colorful piece with acrylic paints on canvas with this step-by-step instruction and stencils provided. $30. 6:30-9:30pm.

You Can Be an Artist, 415 Conant St., Maumee.

567-277-1374. youcanbeanartist.com

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Oliver Hazard Heartfelt Folk with 419 Roots

By Matthew Johns

The three members of Oliver Hazard hail from the same soil, born and raised in Northwest Ohio; Devin and Griffin from Waterville, and Michael from across the river in Perrysburg. They came together nearly a year and a half ago when Michael, who had spent some time living in San Francisco, decided to head home. Griffin and Devin, who had been playing familiar local venues like The Ottawa Tavern and Howard’s with other local musicians for years, had a request from Michael to lend their talents to collaborate on a few tunes he had been plucking. That request became the beginning of Oliver Hazard.

The bandmates recall their musical style, each filling in where the others trail off. Responses, collectively, ramble forward, with the threesome finishing each other’s sentences in an effortless flow of sarcasm, giggles and banter, similar to the way their voices float and blend into one another in song, constantly building off of the other to create silky, simplistic folk overtures.

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The band recently completed their first tour including high profile festival slots at Bonnaroo, Mountain Jam, and Bluegrass in the Bottoms, the latter being where they also celebrated their first album — 34 N. River — release at Rockwood Music Hall in the East Village of Manhattan. Such notches on the belt could send emerging artists’ heads into the clouds; so could brushing shoulders with idols like Jack Johnson and Father John Misty, but, instead, these midwestern sons were overjoyed just to have people coming out to hear some great music.

Building a crowd

2015

“People thought we had something they were surprised that THEY were surprised. It’s easy to please a crowd that’s

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Left: Devin East; axe maestro and cooing falsetto, occasionally plucking a banjo dictated by the track. Devin offers delicate fills, and precisely chosen riffs transporting us to a simpler time.

Middle: Michael Belazis, the middle man with band-proclaimed uncanny ability to “always be on key”; keeping their supple harmonies in check. Michael strums his four string, yes four string guitar while striking a kick-drum mallet into the belly of a vintage suitcase previously owned by his father.

Right: Griffin McCulloch; band-proclaimed “hype man” and live-wire vocalist, alternating between the glockenspiel and keys, cherries the sundae by throwing the crowd into a tizzy with the occasional primal howl. already standing there - but we built (the crowd), it wasn’t already built when we got there” explains Dev regarding their Mountain Jam set. Griff adds “We started our set with 50 people at our tent, by the last song, there were over 200.”

The trio expresses a humble joy for the notion that people were being affected by their music. “Rockwood Music Hall, when the entire crowd knew the song ‘Hey, Louise,’ everyone was singing the melody in unison - super beautiful hearing all of those voices singing [our words] together,” explains Mike.

Taking their sound across the country and exclaiming their rooted midwest spirit through their album, named after Griffin and Devin’s riverside home, and the band’s studio, at 34 N. River Rd in Waterville. The group’s momentum suffers no pause with nearly 5 tracks cooking on an untitled second album, eight more Ohio tour dates this summer, and an opening slot for KC and the Sunshine Band, Friday, August 10, as part of the Promenade Park Summer Concert Series.

Oliver Hazard opens for KC and the Sunshine Band $10. 6:15pm. Friday, August 10.

Promenade Park Stage, 400 Water St., promenadeconcerts.com For more information on Oliver Hazard, and to follow their tour, visit facebook.com/oliverhazard.

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Highlighted events indicates our picks for the week

WED, AUG 1 Durty Bird: Jon Roth (singer/songwriter) Cock n Bull: Danny Mettler (acoustic, covers) Frankie’s: Haystak, 1837izmee, FDB Ent., Poet Weez, Martellas, Jay Villain (rap, hip-hop) Local Thyme: Picking Kelly (acoustic, covers) Manhattan’s: Songwriter’s Night (open mic) Ottawa Tavern: Jungle Rot, Constricted, Humid, Hate Unbound (metal) Rosie’s Italian Patio: Kaiden & Big C (acoustic, covers) Social Gastropub Perrysburg: Christian Lombardo (acoustic, songwriter) Sodbuster’s: Ragtime Rick & His Chefs of Dixieland Ragtime is the oldest form of jazz - the forms are simple and the band improvises throughout the song. Complete with a large horn section, the group performs almost every Wednesday evening at Sodbuster’s Bar. 8pm.

5758 Main St., Sylvania. 419-517-1045. sodbusterbar.com (jazz/orchestra) Free Village Idiot: Andrew Ellis (acoustic, songwriter)

THURS, AUG 2 Barr’s Public House: Artic Clam (acoustic, covers) Blarney: Chris Knopp Band (pop/rock, covers) Centennial Terrace: STYX (rock) Cock n Bull: Captain Sweet Shoes (acoustic, covers) Durty Bird: Tim Oehlers (acoustic, songwriter) Fuzzy’s Taco Shop: Chris Shutters (acoustic, songwriter) Howard’s BG: Open Stage Call ahead to get a chance on the big stage. Every Thursday, Howard’s opens its doors to new musical acts and songwriters. 9pm. 210 N. Main St., Bowling Green. 419-352-3195. facebook.com/howardsbg (open mic) Free Manhattan’s: Kyle Smithers (acoustic, songwriter) Rosie’s Italian Patio: Don Coats (piano) Village Idiot: The Honeysuckles (acoustic, songwriter)

FRI, AUG 3 Bar 145: Match City (pop/rock, covers) Bier Stube: The Reese Dailey Band (blues/rock) Blarney: Skittle Bots (pop/rock, covers) Dexter’s: Haywire (country) Distillery: Nathan Henry (rock, singer/songwriter) Durty Bird: Beg to Differ (rock) Cock n Bull: Barile & May, Glass Town (acoustic, covers) (pop/rock, covers) Frankie’s: Scoop Miller, Stretch, After the Ashes, Tree Figures, Ellis Omega (hard/rock, alternative/rock) Hensville: Distant Cousinz (variety) Hollywood Casino: Full Moon Fever (Tom Petty tribute) Howard’s BG: Tree No Leaves (alternative/rock, jam/rock) Majestic Oak Winery: Zak Ward (acoustic, covers) Manhattan’s: Ross Thompson (acoustic, songwriter) Mutz: Dave Carpenter (acoustic, songwriter) Ottawa Tavern: All Seeing Eyes, Coffin Walker (dance, pop) The Pub: Ameila Airharts (rock, songwriter) Rosie’s Italian Patio: Lady K & J Bone (vocal/pop, covers) Sobuster’s: Three’s Company (pop/rock, covers) Table 44: Shane & Alan (acoustic, covers)

Toledo Museum of Art: It’s Friday, Old State Line (folk/country) Village Idiot: The Hell Roys (rockabilly) Wesley’s: Old School DJs Folk & Mattimoe have been throwing a great party for years on Wesley’s porch.

The music is a mix of 90s dance & hip hop and 70s old school. 9pm.

1201 Adams St. 419-255-3333. wesleysbar.com (hip hop, pop/dance) Free

SAT, AUG 4 Bar 145: LDNL (DJ, dance) Blarney: East River Drive (pop/rock, covers) Cock n Bull: Organized K-OS (rock, covers) Civic Music Hall: 90s Party w/Fool House (pop/rock, covers) Distillery: Black Swamp Rebels (country) Durty Bird: Chris Knopp, The New Fashioned (rock, variety) Frankie’s: J. Navarro & the Traitors, Mephiskapheles, Juxtapose (hard/rock) Hensville: Fu5ion (pop/rock, variety) Howard’s BG: Corduroy Road (rock) Local Thyme: Joe Woods (acoustic, covers) Majestic Oak Winery: Distant Cousinz (pop/rock, covers) Manhattan’s: Chris Knopp (acoustic, songwriter) Ottawa Park Amphitheater: Nu-Tones (pop/rock, covers) Over Yonder Concert House: Annalise Emerick (acoustic, songwriter) Promenade Park: Blues On the Water w/The Midnight Rockers, Jeff Jensen Band, John Primer Blues See our Music Note p. 49. (blues) The Pub: Locoweed (acoustic,covers) Rosie’s Italian Patio: Mark & Brian (acoustic, covers) Sebastiano’s: Tom Szor (piano) Table 44: Union Rising (pop/rock) Village Idiot: Last Born Sons (rock) Wesley’s Bar: Live Roots Get groovin after dark with one of the area’s favorite reggae groups, Live Roots.

10pm-2am. 1201 Adams St. 419-255-3333. facebook.com/wesleys-bar (reggae)

SUN, AUG 5 Art and Performance Center of West Toledo: Up Close Concerts presents Boo Lee Crosser (acoustic, songwriter) Bar 145: Caveman & Ryan (acoustic, covers) Basil Pizza: Dave Carpenter (acoustic, songwriter) Cock n Bull: Blues Jam There are many ways to play the blues, a feeling that comes from deep inside and the human experience. So bring your guitar, keyboard, horn or favorite tune and get in on the jam. 7pm. 9 N. Huron St. 419-244-2855. cocknbulltoledo.com (open mic) Free Culture Clash: Outside, All Birds Are Bad, Waving&Waving Goodbye (indie, punk/rock) Durty Bird: Twenty Twenty Four (jazz) Majestic Oak Winery: Don Coats (piano) Sodbuster’s: Bobby May (acoustic, covers) Village Idiot: Bob Rex Quartet (jazz, rock) Wesley’s Bar: Eerie Point (indie, rock)

MON, AUG 6 New Longhorn Saloon: Reaching Everest, End Park, Immortalis (heavy metal) Village Idiot: Frank May & Friends (rock, blues)

TUES, AUG 7 Centennial Terrace: Boy George & Culture Club(pop/rock) Durty Bird: Eric Brazier Trio (jazz) Village Idiot: Barile & May (acoustic, rock)

WED, AUG 8 Bar 145: Roth & May (acoustic, covers) Cock n Bull: Danny Mettler (acoustic, covers) Durty Bird: Tim Oehlers (acoustic, songwriter) Local Thyme: Jeff Stewart (acoustic, covers) Manhattan’s: Songwriter’s Night (open mic) Rosie’s Italian Patio: Caveman & Ryan Order up a pizza and a cocktail and feel that breeze through your hair on the patio. Live music every Tuesday Saturday. 606 N. McCord Rd. 419-866-5007. rosieitaliangrille.com (acoustic, pop) Free Sodbuster’s: Ragtime Rick & His Chefs of Dixieland (jazz/swing, orchestra) Village Idiot: Andrew Ellis (acoustic, songwriter)

THURS, AUG 9 Barr’s Public House: Picking Kelly (acoustic, covers) Cock n Bull: Captain Sweet Shoes (acoustic, covers) Dexter’s: Hey Day (rock, covers) Durty Bird: Ron Nische & Friends (jazz) Fuzzy’s Taco Shop: David Rybaczewski (acoustic, songwriter) Howard’s BG: Open Stage (open mic) Huntington Center: SugarLand, Frankie Ballard, Lindsay Ell (country, pop) Manhattan’s: Jason Quick.

Quick brings his laid-back melodies and clever lyrics to Manhattan’s - a long time favorite venue of the musician. 8-11pm.

1516 Adams St. manhattanspubncheer.com (acoustic, songwriter) Free Maumee River Yacht Club: Dave Carpenter (acoustic, songwriter) The Pub: Blues/Rock Jam (open mic) Rosie’s Italian Patio: Shane Piasecki (acoustic, covers) Village Idiot: Radio Free Honduras (folk/rock)

FRI, AUG 10 Bar 145: My Sister Sarah (pop/rock, covers) Barr’s Public House: Hudson Duo (vocal/acoustic, covers) Bier Stube: The Villains (pop/rock, covers) Blarney: The Bridges (rock, covers) Centennial Terrace: 80’s Explosion Party (DJ, dance) Cock n Bull: Barile & May, Elixir (acoustic, covers) (pop/rock, covers) Distillery: Jeffrey Oliver (acoustic, songwriter) Durty Bird: GreenAcres Sessions (rock) Hollywood Casino: Nine Lives (covers) Howard’s BG: Graham the Empire, The Northern, Hazensol (rock) Local Thyme: Johnny Rodriguez (guitar) Majestic Oak Winery: Andy Dean (acoustic, covers) Manhattan’s: Dooley Wilson (blues) New Longhorn Saloon: The Convalescence, Accursed Creator, Becomes Astral, Today’s Last Tragedy, Aetheric, My Own Will (metal) Promenade Park: KC & the Sunshine Band (pop) The Pub: Ramona Collins (jazz, vocal)

Rosie’s Italian Patio: Lady K & J Bone (vocal/pop, covers) Table 44: Last Born Sons (pop/rock) Toledo Art Museum: It’s Friday, The Go Rounds See our Music Note. (rock) Village Idiot: The Western Pleasures (country, covers) Wesley’s Bar: Old School DJs (DJ, dance)

SAT, AUG 11 Anchor Inn: Echo Chamber (pop/rock) Bar 145: Wrecking Crue (Motley Crue tribute) Barr’s Public House: Barile & May (acoustic, covers) Bier Stube: Fu5ion (pop/rock, variety) Blarney: The Bridges (rock, covers) Bronze Boar: The Buzz Anderson Project (blues/jazz) Cock n Bull: Beg to Differ (rock) Distillery: GreenAcre Sessions (rock) Durty Bird: Groove Plexus (jazz) Frankie’s: Alterstoned, Crestfallen, Amniote, Virulent Resurgence (hard/rock) Fuzzy’s Taco Shop: Frankie May (acoustic, rock) Hensville Park: Dueling Pianos (piano) Hollywood Casino: Avon Bomb (covers, variety) Howard’s: Rustik Waters, Funk Factory (jam/rock, funk/rock) Local Thyme: Roth & Meyers (acoustic, covers) Majestic Oak Winery: Gypsy Luvin’ (acoustic, covers) Manhattan’s: A.S. Coomer (acoustic, songwriter) Ottawa Park Amphitheatre: Not Fast Enuff (pop/rock, covers) Ottawa Tavern: Jon Spencer of the Jon Spencer Blues Explosion (songwriter, blues/rock) Sebastiano’s: Tom Szor (piano) Table 44: Organized K-OS (rock, covers) Toledo Museum of Art: Mendelssohn Musical Marathon This music marathon will run twelve hours long with TMA staying open late just for the occasion. Featuring works by the brother and sister Fanny and Felix Mendelssohn, classical composers from the 19th century. Both Fanny and Felix were accomplished pianists, though only Felix claimed fame. Learn their stories through song. Noon-11pm. 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org (classical) Free Wesley’s Bar: 80’s Dance Party (DJs, dance)

SUN, AUG 12 Art and Performance Center of West Toledo: Up Close Concerts presents Drew Coomer (acoustic, songwriter) Basil Pizza: Tim Oehlers (acoustic, songwriter) Civic Music Hall: Reverend Horton Heat, Wayne Hancock, Lincoln Durham With hard licks, badass lyrics and rhythm, the Reverend brings the heat.

Toe-stompin’ and hip-swaying, the rockabilly crowd dresses the part and knows how to get into the music. It’s a way of life. $20. 8pm. 135 S. Byrne Rd. 419-724-4401. reverendhortonheat.com (rockabilly) Cock n Bull: Blues Jam (open mic) Durty Bird: Straight Up (jazz) Frankie’s: I Set My Friends On Fire, annisokay, Goodbye Blue Skies, After the Ashes, American Spirits, Sadace (alternative/rock, hard/rock) Village Idiot: Bob Rex & Co (jazz, rock)

MON, AUG 13 Village Idiot: Frank May & Friends (rock, blues)

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SUMMER SOUNDS FRIDAY, 8.10 / TMA

August marks the Toledo return of Kalamazoo’s The Go Rounds. The quartet brings their powerfully-heartbreaking psychedelic rock n roll from the Great Lakes to the outdoor stage at TMA. Their recent release, Code 2017, offers three new singles along with several live tracks. Tours often take them to Nashville, New England and California as they search for all that’s good in America. Stay golden. 6:30-8:30pm. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. thegorounds.com Free -SE

DOWN ON BIG MUDDY

SATURDAY, 8.4 / PROMENADE PARK Spend a musical evening by the shores of the Maumee. Blues singer, Bobby G. (Robert Lee Gray) joins percussionist Curtis Grant and his band, The Midnight Rockers on the Promenade Park stage for Blues On the Water. Filling the bill are guitarist Jeff Jensen’s group and the John Primer Blues Band. Somehow the blues just sound better outdoors. $10. 6-11pm. 400 Water St. 419-245-3357. promenadeconcerts.com

RIVERSIDE RIFFS 8.9- 8.12 / MONROE, MI

Spend four days outside enjoying fresh air and some of the best jazz in our region on the beautiful banks of the historic River Raisin during the award winning 17th Annual River Raisin Jazz & Heritage Festival. This fest hosts favorites like Kenny G, Spyro Gyra, Ohio Players, Ray Parker Jr., and more.

St. Mary’s Park, W. Elm Ave., Monroe, MI. riverraisinjazzfestival.org Free

TUES, AUG 14 Cock n Bull: Elixer (acoustic) Village Idiot: Barile & May (acoustic, rock)

WED, AUG 15 Bar 145: Ryan Dunlap (acoustic, covers) Cock n Bull: Danny Mettler (acoustic, covers) Durty Bird: Johnny Rodriguez (singer/songwriter) Frankie’s: Call Me King, Colour Rise, Stretch (alternative, hardcore) Manhattan’s: Songwriter’s Night (open mic) Rosie’s Italian Patio: Kaiden & Big C Enjoy the evening on Rosie’s patio. Every Wednesday-Sunday in the fairer months, artists in the soft-rock, acoustic-pop genre perform. Love is in the air. 6-9pm.

606 N. McCord Rd., Sylvania.

419-866-5007. rosieitaliangrille.com (acoustic, covers) Free

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and Featuring: Toledo School for the Arts

Glass City Steel 2:15-3:15

Tim Tiderman & Organized 3:30-4:30

Ben Maloney 4:45-5:45

6th Edition

(Featuring Kim Beuhler, Lori LeFevre, & Lisa Young)

6:00-7:00

The Gene Parker Quintet 7:15-Dusk

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ROAD TRIP

BARE ALL

SATURDAY, 8.11 / MAUMEE BAY

Thursday, 8.2 [outdoors] Wake up with the Birds - Bird watch every Thursday morning through Wildwood’s Window on Wildlife. Afterwards, an optional venture to nearby trees and meadows will be offered. Registration required. 8-9pm. Wildwood Preserve Metz Visitor Center, 5100 Central Ave. 419-407-9700. metroparkstoledo.com Free

[music] [comedy] Showtime Variety Show - Kool Keith hosts this talent-filled night featuring local artists in comedy, dancing, singing, poetry and music every Thursday. Our Brother’s Place, 233 N. Huron St. 419-244-5552. ourbrothersplace.com Free

Saturday, 8.4 [health] [outdoors] Mountain Biking 101: Manual Front Wheel Lift Learn the basics of off-road cycling and tredge through tough terrains and obstacles.

All levels welcome. Register in advance. 1011:30am. Also offered 6:30-8pm Wednesday, August 8. Oak Openings Springbrook Camp Area, 4139 Girdham Rd., Swanton. 419-360-9179. metroparkstoledo.com Free

For the past 17 years, the Boys and Girls Clubs of Toledo have hosted one of the area’s most popular fundraising event, Barefoot on the Beach, where over 20 local restaurants set up on the beach at Maumee Bay State Park to serve delicious bites and refreshments. Live music will get you moving, or be wild and bring a swimsuit. $125. 6-11pm.

Maumee Bay State Park, 1400 St. Park Rd., Oregon. 419-241-4258.

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REV YOUR ENGINES

Head Trip

8.10-8.12 / WAREHOUSE DISTRICT The Toledo-made Jeep has been roaming the planet for three quarters of a century. Join fellow off-roaders and historical enthusiasts to celebrate all things Jeep during the 2018 Toledo Jeep Fest. This familyfriendly weekend will include a Jeep parade, an all-Jeep car show at the SeaGate Centre, various programs explaining Jeep history and military connections, and much more in Toledo’s Warehouse District. A Jeep off-road course on Friday and a 4-mile run/1-mile walk on Sunday morning round out the event. 3:30pm on Friday, August 10 to 12:30pm on Sunday, August 12. Toledojeepfest.com Free

BOLLYWOOD MAGIC SUNDAY, 8.5 / CENTENNIAL TERRACE

Immerse yourself in Indian culture, tradition, and flavors during the summertime favorite, the Festival of India. Shop for Indian clothes, accessories, movies, music and more in the market, fill up on plenty of Indian cuisine from vendors, and enjoy folk and Bollywood dance performances. And before you leave, have some beautiful henna designs painted on your hands. 11am-8pm. 5774 Centennial Rd., Sylvania. Festivalofindiatoledo.org Free

[environment] Island Green Week - Enjoy a full week of activities highlighting the green part of the island, presented by Lake Erie Islands Nature and Wildlife Center, Lake Erie Islands Conservancy and the Put-in-Bay Parks Township Park District. 8am-6pm daily through Saturday, August 11. Lake Erie Islands Nature and Wildlife Center, 255 Meechen Rd., Put-in-Bay. 419-285-3037. lakeerieislandswildlife.com Free

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Toledo Ballet Open House - Check out the space and learn what Toledo Ballet is all about, then watch them in action. 5-8pm. Toledo Ballet, 5327 Monroe St. 419-471-0049. toledoballet.org

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Thursday, 8.9

Harry Potter Trivia - Take your love of the popular storybook to the next level with Sporcle Live Trivia’s theme night. Winning team takes home cash prizes. $25. 7:30-9:30pm. Black Cloister Brewing Company, 619 Monroe St. 419-214-1500. sporclelive.com/themenights

Five Points Festival - Friends and neighbors gather at the Library for an afternoon of food, crafts, children’s activities and more. Performances by Tim Oehlers, It’s Essential, story hour with Barefoot & Lindsey and a health fair connecting folks with needed services. 2-6pm.

West Toledo Library, 1320 W. Sylvania Ave. Sylvania Avenue Neighbors, 419-476-0959. facebook.com/saneighbors Free

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Toledo Hemp Center Community Cookout Get together with family, friends and neighbors to raise awareness on child hunger in the area.

There will be plenty of food, music and games.

Noon-5pm. Former Food Town, 3045 W. Alexis Rd. 419-724-9588. toledohempcenter.com Free

Friday, 8.7 [dance] Ballroom and Latin Group Class - Gain the dancing skills you seek at this class covering the basics of ballroom and Latin dancing. $15. 7-8pm.

Paulette’s Studio of Dance, 4853 Monroe St. 419-654-3262. dancetoledo.com

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Saturday, 8.11

[lectures] Bridging the Gender Divide: Christian Perspectives - Father Jim Bacik presents this lecture on the history of sexism in the U.S. along with the “Me Too” movement and how religion plays in gender relationships. $10 reserved, $15 at the door. Call to reserve tickets. 5:30-7pm.

Franciscan Village, 6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania.

419-824-3515. sylvaniafranciscanvillage.org

[networking] August Social at the Heights - Connect with young professionals, grow your network and learn about EPIC Toledo’s services and mission.

5:30-7:30pm. The Heights, 444 N. Summit St. 419-243-8191. epictoledo.com Free

Friday, 8.10 [outdoors] Get to Know the Trails - Look at gorgeous flora and fauna with a park naturalist during a trail hike. Register in advance. Secor Metropark, 10001 Central Ave., Sylvania. 419-407-9710. metroparkstoledo.com Free

Making a welcomed stop in Detroit, David Byrne and company bring their American Utopia World Tour to the glorious Fox Theatre.

Byrne calls it “the most ambitious show I’ve done since the shows that were filmed for Stop Making Sense.” The tour, complete with a choreographed impressive twelve piece band, is sure to leave the audience stunned and in awe. Shows in Cleveland, Cincinnati, Detroit, and Huber Heights are selling out fast. $35-200.

Fox Theatre, 2211 Woodward Ave., Detroit.

313-471-3200. Davidbyrne.com

Meatless meet-up

Vegetarians, vegans, and anyone looking for a meatless meal, will sink their teeth into cruelty-free delights at the 2018 Great Lakes VegBash. Celebrate vegetarian and vegan cuisine from a dozen restaurants, caterers, and food trucks, while swapping recipes, baked goods and more. Enjoy live music, shopping, an art fair, a vegan beer tent, nonprofit organization information, and limited onsite camping,both Friday and Saturday nights ($40 per night). All tickets include a $5 food voucher. $10/adults in advance. $12/at the door. Free/children 12 and under.

11am-8pm. Saturday, August 4. Washtenaw Fairgrounds, Ann Arbor. Vegbash.com

Come out

Talk: Wild Ones Oak Opening Chapter - This series in conjunction with Rebecca Louise Law: Community exhibition features Hal Mann and his work with native plants. 2pm. Toledo Museum of Art Little Theater, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free

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Looking for a quick change of scenery and a taste of something different? Curious about our favorite events going on just a short drive from Toledo?

Visit toledocitypaper.com, or check out our sister publication, Current Magazine (covering Ann Arbor), at ecurrent.com, to explore film, art, music and more.

[outdoors] Best of Summer Garden Tour Series - Explore the blooms of the rose, butterfly and formal gardens with the Zoo’s horticulture staff. See the annuals, perennials, trees and shrubs at their peak.

On Tuesday, August 14, the Heirlooms to Hybrids tour is offered, displaying the newest hybrids and rare, old-fashioned plants. $10/members, $15/ non-members. 9am Saturday and 10:30am Tuesday. Toledo Zoo Ziem’s Conservatory, 2 Hippo Way. 419-385-5721. toledozoo.org/gardens

[fundraiser] Courageous Poker Run - Chill out with some grill food, ice cream, and music by Jeff Stewart, followed by a motorcycle ride. Proceeds benefit Camp Courageous, a local program provider for individuals with developmental disabilities. $25/ single rider, $40/rider and passenger. 11am3:30pm. Toledo Harley-Davidson, 7960 W. Central Ave. 419-843-7892. campcourageous.com

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Formerly OutFest, Ann Arbor Pride marks 24 years of celebrating LGBTQ and allied communities. Head up to Ann Arbor for free events, entertainment, activities, and plenty of fun during the weekend of August 3-5 to celebrate Pride. Jim Toy Community Center, 319 Braun Ct., annarborpride.com Free

Bar flies

Ever feel like an alienated, isolated weirdo? Perfect. Get strange in the dark at the 8 Ball in Ann Arbor during a transformational double feature featuring Altered States, the 1980 film about hallucinatory drug-fueled experiments, and The Fly, David Cronenberg’s 1986 cult classic about a man who transformed into a giant humanoid fly. The two trippy 80s films will be screened together with themed trivia and a mixtape from Secret Lair during the intermission. No isolation chamber provided, but bar flies are more than welcome. 8:30pm-12:30am.

Tuesday, August 7. 8 Ball, 208 S. 1st St., Ann Arbor.

734-996-8555. facebook.com/8BallSaloon Free

Tuesday, 8.14 [film] Blood Fest - This is a special one-night screening of Rooster Teeth’s horror movie that follows a bunch of fans attending a horror film festival, when suddenly attendees start dying off. $9.30-$12.50. 7:30pm showtimes. Franklin Park 16, 5001 Monroe St. and Fallen Timbers 14+ Xtreme, 2300 Village Dr. West., Maumee. fathomevents.com

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TOLEDO ACCORDING TO...

Chantel Cox Years lived in Toledo: 25 Occupation: Owner of Glass City Cupcakes My story, in one sentence: Life is too short to not do what you LOVE.

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Most people know me for: Amazing cupcakes.

The street I drive on/walk on most often is: Collingwood, I live in the Old West End The best time I ever had in Toledo: I took a glass blowing class at the museum, I loved it!

If I could change one thing about Toledo: There would never be another pothole.

If I knew I could get away with it, I would: I would kidnap all of the fur babies from the Toledo Zoo. The best view in Toledo: Fleetwoods at Hensville.

The thing I truly need to let go of: Party in the Park, I miss it, it was a lot of fun.

The reason I am most proud of myself right now: For turning my dream into a reality What makes me truly feel alive: Attending Calvary Church, I Love it!

The hardest decision I have made in the past year: to quit my job and open the bakery.

When I was in High School, I probably would have been described as: Shy and artistic.

If you could have a drink with any person or character— fictional, real, living or past— who would it be, what would you drink, and why? My grandpa, Bernie LaClair, I hear he was quite the character.

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My favorite local people to follow on social media are: Event Prep, Maddie and Bella, Toledo Wedding Guide.

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On a typical day, I wear: Comfy clothes.

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If I could apologize to anyone: I would apologize to the guy I yelled at for taking my parking space yesterday at the mall.

My ideal day look like, from morning to night: I would sleep, it’s my favorite! I feel like I don’t get enough sleep.

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SOCIAL STUDIES

Photos by Christine Senack

PizzaPalooza

Visitors found their own slice of heaven at this annual fundraiser for the Sylvania Area Chamber of Commerce.

Sarah Dauer and Michael Schoenlein.

Zack Liber and Lexi Laberdee.

Keith Ransey and Delray Grace of Distant Cousinz.

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Heather Bartlett and Hope Smith.

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TMA Block Party

The Toledo Museum of Art’s annual celebration showcased local music, dance, theater and art.

Diane Batts and Neisha Woodson.

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FREEWILL ASTROLOGY Š2018

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Week of August 2

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): “Sometimes, I feel the past and the future pressing so hard on either side that there’s no room for the present at all.� A character named Julia says that in Evelyn Waugh’s novel *Brideshead Revisited*. I bring it to your attention as an inspiring irritant, as a prod to get you motivated. I hope it will mobilize you to rise up and refuse to allow your past and your future to press so hard on either side that there’s no room for the present. It’s a favorable time for you to fully claim the glory of being right here, right now.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): I predict that August will be a Golden Age for you. That’s mostly very good. Golden opportunities will arise, and you’ll come into possession of lead that can be transmuted into gold. But it’s also important to be prudent about your dealings with gold. Consider the fable of the golden goose. The bird’s owner grew impatient because it laid only one gold egg per day; he foolishly slaughtered his prize animal to get all the gold immediately. That didn’t work out well. Or consider the fact that to the ancient Aztecs, the word *teocuitlatl* referred to gold, even though its literally translation was “excrement of the gods.� Moral of the story: If handled with care and integrity, gold can be a blessing.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Taurus socialite Stephen Tennant (1906-1987) was such an interesting luminary that three major novelists created fictional characters modeled after him. As a boy, when he was asked what he’d like to be when he grew up, he replied, “I want to be a great beauty.� I’d love to hear those words spill out of your mouth, Taurus. What? You say you’re already all grown up? I doubt it. In my opinion, you’ve still got a lot of stretching and expansion and transformation to accomplish during the coming decades. So yes: I hope you can find it in your wild heart to proclaim, “When I grow up, I want to be a great beauty.�

(P.S. Your ability to become increasingly beautiful will be at a peak during the next fourteen months.)

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): “Manage with bread and butter until God sends the honey,� advises a Moroccan proverb. Let’s analyze how this advice might apply to you. First thing I want to know is, have you been managing well with bread and butter? Have you refrained from whining about your simple provisions, resting content and grateful? If you haven’t, I doubt that any honey will arrive, ether from God or any other source. But if you have been celebrating your modest gifts, feeling free of greed and displeasure, then I expect at least some honey will show up soon.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Don’t worry your beautiful head about praying to the gods of luck and fate. I’ll take care of that for you. Your job is to propitiate the gods of fluid discipline and hard but smart work. To win the favor of these divine helpers, act on the assumption that you now have the power and the right to ask for more of their assistance than you have before. Proceed with the understanding that they are willing to provide you with the stamina, persistence, and attention to detail you will need to accomplish your next breakthrough.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): I’m not an ascetic who believes all our valuable lessons emerge from suffering. Nor am I a pop-nihilist who sneers at pretty flowers, smiling children, and sunny days. On the contrary: I’m devoted to the hypothesis that life is usually at least 51 percent wonderful. But I dance the rain dance when there’s an emotional drought in my personal life, and I dance the pain dance when it’s time to deal with difficulties I’ve ignored. How about you, Virgo? I suspect that now is one of those times when you need to have compassionate heart-to-heart conversations with your fears, struggles, and aches.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Do you absolutely need orchids, sweet elixirs, dark chocolate, alluring new music, dances on soft grass, sensual massages, nine hours of sleep per night, and a steady stream of soulful conversations? No. Not really. In the coming days, life will be a good ride for you even if you fail to procure those indulgences. But here are further questions and answers: Do you *deserve* the orchids, elixirs, and the rest? My answer is yes, definitely.

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And would the arrival of these delights spur you to come up with imaginative solutions to your top two riddles? I’m pretty sure it would. So I conclude this horoscope by recommending that you do indeed arrange to revel in your equivalent of the delights I named.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): “Don’t try to steer the river,� writes Deepak Chopra. Most of the time, I agree with that idea. It’s arrogant to think that we have the power to control the forces of nature or the flow of destiny or the song of creation. Our goal should be to get an intuitive read on the crazymaking miracle of life, and adapt ourselves ingeniously to its ever-shifting patterns and rhythms. But wait! Set aside everything I just said. An exception to the usual rule has arrived. Sometimes, when your personal power is extra flexible and robust -- like now, for you -- you may indeed be able to steer the river a bit.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): “Dear Astrologer: Recently I’ve been weirdly obsessed with wondering how to increase my levels of generosity and compassion. Not just because I know it’s the right thing to do, but also because I know it will make me healthy and honest and unflappable.

Do you have any sage advice? -Ambitious Sagittarius.� Dear Ambitious: I’ve noticed that many Sagittarians are feeling an unprecedented curiosity about how to enhance their lives by boosting the benevolence they express. Here’s a tip from astrologer Chani Nicholas: “Source your sense of self from your integrity in every interaction.� Here’s another tip from Anais Nin: “The worse the state of the world grows, the more intensely I try for inner perfection and power. I fight for a small world of humanity and tenderness.�

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Time does not necessarily heal all wounds. If you wait around passively, hoping that the mere passage of months will magically fix your twists and smooth out your tweaks, you’re shirking your responsibility. The truth is, you need to be fully engaged in the process. You’ve got to feel deeply and think hard about how to diminish your pain, and then take practical action when your wisdom shows you what will actually work. Now is an excellent time to upgrade your commitment to this sacred quest.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): The questions you’ve been asking aren’t bad or wrong. But they’re not exactly relevant or helpful, either.

That’s why the answers you’ve been receiving aren’t of maximum use. Try these questions instead. 1. What experience or information would you need to heal your divided sense of loyalty? 2. How can you attract an influence that would motivate you to make changes you can’t quite accomplish under your own power? 3. Can you ignore or even dismiss the 95 percent of your fear that’s imaginary so you’ll be able to focus on the five percent that’s truly worth meditating on? 4. If I assured you that you have the intelligence to beautify an ugly part of your world, how would you begin?

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): A scuffle you’ve been waging turns out to be the wrong scuffle. It has distracted you from giving your full attention to a more winnable and worthwhile tussle. My advice? Don’t waste energy feeling remorse about the energy you’ve wasted. In fact, be grateful for the training you’ve received. The skills you’ve been honing while wrestling with the misleading complication will serve you well when you switch your focus to the more important issue. So are you ready to shift gears? Start mobilizing your crusade to engage with the more winnable and worthwhile tussle.

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Ride for a cause

Raise awareness and funds for Ovarian Cancer research by joining Mercy Health and Wersell’s Bike Shop for the Mary Lou Davis Memorial Glow Roll. Wear bright lights on your bike for safety and fun. Helmets required. The route will cover 10 miles in the Old Orchard and Ottawa Hills neighborhoods. $25. 5-10pm.

Saturday, August 4. Westgate Village Shopping Center, 3450 W. Central Ave. 419-806-2234. wersellsbikeandskishop.com —SEC

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According to an annual report released in January by the Ohio State Attorney General’s Human Trafficking Commission, law enforcement investigated 202 potential cases of human trafficking in 2017, nearly a 50 percent increase from 2016.

Does this scare you? It should. Help spread awareness about human sex trafficking and bring us one step closer to ending this form of modern day slavery during the Project V.O.I.C.E. 5K Run/Walk, hosted by local nonprofits Project V.O.I.C.E. and My Sister’s House for Girls. $20. 8am-noon. Sunday, August 11.

Swan Creek Metropark, 4100 Glendale Ave., facebook.com/VictoryinVoice —AC

health and wellness events Wednesday, 8.1 Wednesday Night Mountain Bike Rides - Head north with a group for a long bike ride up through the Ann Arbor area and back. The trail is picked day of ride depending on where cyclists wish to go. The group meets every Wednesday. Meet at 4pm. Mountain Man Sports, 2735 N. Reynolds Rd. 419-536-0001. mountainmansports.com Free

Monday, 8.13 Adult Boot Camp - Ever wanted to learn how to swing from a silk or trapeze? What about juggling?

Increase your strength and balance with Bird’s Eye View Circus while learning aerial and ground skills during their intensive one-week training camp. $175. 6-9pm daily through Friday, August 17. Bird’s Eye View Circus Space, 2413 Collingwood Blvd., Room C116. 567-298-6841. birdseyeviewcircus.com

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