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Cedar Point is home to 75 rides, including 17 roller coasters.

MUSIC: Mobile Deathcamp prepares new album 4 HALLOWEEN: Fright nights at Cedar Point 5 EXHIBITIONS: Cindy Meadows at Lourdes 6 COMICS: New ‘Woman’ less than wonderful 8 SPECIAL SECTION: Dining Guide 2011 9 THE PULSE: Events calendar 37 EVENTS: Fall Plant Exchange 40 McGinnis: ‘Lion’ is still the king 42

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Wilbur is brainchild of Merritt

By Mighty Wyte

TOLEDO FREE PRESS STAR STAFF WRITER star@toledofreepress.com

Multi-instrumentalist and singer Mike Merritt writes and performs what he calls “indie folk” music. The guitar-and-vocalfocused music he creates is most certainly worthy of notice.

“It’s really just storytelling music,” he said.

“I didn’t grow up around this kind of music, I was mostly exposed to progressive rock — Rush, King’s X, King Crimson and things like that,” Merritt said.

“Back in the mid-’90s I was living in Tampa, Fla., and my dad came home with a John Prine record.

I listened to the record over and over; I basically ended up stealing the record from him.”

Merritt, who sings and plays guitar for the local trio Shitdangmonstertrucks!, said his solo work, dubbed “Wilbur,” is designed to encourage musical exploration.

“Wilbur is just me. I’m always playing the acoustic guitar or dobro. Every time I play as Wilbur I have a different person playing with me. Sometimes I’ll have a horn player or another guitarist, every once in a while I’ll have a bassist with me,” he said.

“Each Wilbur show is off the top of my head. The best part is that playing with different people all the time prevents the music from becoming stale. We’re always exploring new music, new genres.”

Merritt’s goal is to capture the transcendental nature of the music he fell in love with.

“The Prine record felt very real; it was tangible,” Merritt said. “It wasn’t someone writing music that only applied to one group of people.

It was about everyday occurrences, it wasn’t off limits to anybody.”

Merritt described Wilbur as his “brainchild.”

“I’m working on an album now but I write in spurts,” he said. “I’m trying to piece together about 10 years’ worth of material right now.

The album is about halfway complete and I hope to have it finished by the end of this year.”

Wilbur plays at Swig, 219 Louisiana Ave. in Perrysburg, every Tuesday from 6-9 p.m. Merritt’s other band, Shitdangmonstertrucks!, plays The Village Idiot on a regular basis.

“Shitdangmonstertrucks! is just a raunchy blues band,” Merritt said. “I have an engineering degree from UT but I can’t find work. Music is my plan B, and it’s a lot more fun.” O

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Mike Merritt’s brainchild Wilbur plays at Swig every Tuesday from 6-9 p.m.

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Mobile Deathcamp will release a new album in November.

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Mobile Deathcamp readies new album Mobile Deathcamp is a wicked national band from Toledo — a working, touring metal band with a record deal and a new album.

“Clear and Present Anger” officially releases this November on Turkey Vulture Records. To avoid relying wholly on any record label, MDC has been digitally distributing the album via online distributors and mobiledeathcamp.net.

During a recent interview with the band at its practice location, guitarist/vocalist Todd Evans spoke to the addition of drummer Dave Martin.

“Dave joined Boe [Skadeland] and me back in April. We worked with Dave so that he could play 50 minutes of the older songs with us. Once he was caught up we started working on new music,” he said.

According to MDC bassist Skadeland, the music on the new album is “better than the last batch.” With the sophomore slump vanquished, MDC’s new material pounds face.

“We feel that this record captures the energy and spirit of early speed metal,” Evans said.

What’s the difference between this and the last album?

“Well, for starters, we’re eating more Mexican food now that Dave is in the band,” Evans laughed. “But seriously, Dave has ‘punk foot’ and that’s really let us step things up. The new music is definitely more intense than the last.”

With its new “punk foot” drummer, MDC’s new record captures the speed metal sound when it was at a critical crossover point.

“People who like Slayer, Agnostic Front, D.R.I. will like this record. It sounds like speed metal when it first broke, before it was considered thrash metal,” Evans said.

MDC is focusing on one of the hardest things to conquer — its hometown.

“We are always letting people know where we come from. When we go out and tour we’re always wearing something that says ‘Toledo’,” Evans said. “We are just trying to gain mutual support here.”

MDC made sure to include at least one radioready single on its new album.

“We covered Thin Lizzy’s ‘Emerald’ on this record,” Skadeland said. “There’s no reason this shouldn’t be all over 104.7 or The Riff. It’s radiofriendly and fits their formats perfectly.”

MDC will resume touring this fall, starting with its record release show slated for early November.

“We are going to start touring again and our goal is to hitch our trailer to another big band’s hitch,” Evans said. “We want to be able to roll into a town like Wichita on a Tuesday night and play for a large crowd.” O — Mighty Wyte

Cedar Point’s early 20th century slogan was, “America’s Most Beautiful Summer Pleasure Health Resort.”

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Fright zones Cedar Point opens 15th HalloWeekends attraction.

By Zach Davis Toledo Free Press Staff Writer zdavis@toledofreepress.com

SANDUSKY — Returning for its 15th year at Cedar Point in Sandusky is HalloWeekends, the Halloween-themed attraction that aims to thrill and scare with a mix of roller coasters and fright zones.

“We are committed to making it better each year and ensuring that from the front gate to the tip it’s HalloWeekends,” said Director of Public Relations Robin Innes. “It’s not just a little portion here and there, you will see HalloWeekends throughout the whole park.”

This year, HalloWeekends has added two new fright zones called “Blood on the Bayou” and “Maniacal Mechanical Screamworks.”

With their addition, Cedar Point now has six fright zones and four haunted houses as well as live shows, a hay bale maze and familyfriendly attractions.

“We are offering something new for everybody,” Innes said. “I think we are looking at a very popular HalloWeekends 15.”

Cedar Point has also added a giant to its stable of attractions. Near the front of the park, a mechanical giant sleeps, snoring until awakened. He then poetically describes his plans to eat you as he stands up to show his massive size.

“We are always trying to add something new and different to the park and that’s going to be another winner,” Innes said.

This year, Cedar Point has expanded its roster of creatures roaming the park to 450. Each actor, or “screamster,” goes through a makeup process which Innes said takes about an hour.

“That’s a lot of creatures out there,” Innes said.

“We will keep our guests on their toes.”

While Halloween is the major theme, all the rides are still open to the public. These are the same rides that recently earned Cedar Point “Best Amusement Park in the World” honors by Amusement Today for the 14th consecutive year.

HalloWeekends takes place every weekend through Oct. 30. It is open from 6 p.m. to midnight on Fridays, noon to midnight on Saturdays and noon to 9 p.m. on Sundays. O

A demon gets ready to scare visitors at Cedar Point’s HalloWeekends.

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Oct. 1 party to celebrate Hutchins CD

By Zach Davis Toledo Free Press Staff Writer zdavis@toledofreepress.com

Mark Hutchins is returning to Toledo to celebrate the release of his new CD “Liars Gift” on Oct. 1.

Hutchins will play at the Glass City Café at 10 a.m. and again at 6 p.m. at The Village Idiot in Maumee.

“I’m really looking forward to [the upcoming] shows,” Hutchins said. “Some will be solo. I really enjoy taking the songs down to the core and trying to communicate them that way, but I also like to go in the opposite direction. Some shows will have drums, bass, acoustic and electric guitars — even mandolin and banjo.”

For more information on Mark Hutchins, visit his MySpace page at www.myspace.com/ Hutchsongs. O

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Beginning Oct. 3, the Department of Art at Lourdes University will host an exhibition highlighting the work of Associate of Arts student Cindy Meadows. The exhibition will take place in McAlear Hall and runs through Oct. 21. A reception with the artist is being hosted Oct. 9 from 2-4 p.m.

Meadows has worked with in commercial art, ceramics, photography, oil painting and printmaking. According to a news release, she

‘Chess Players’ by Cindy meadOws holds a Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies from Lourdes University and is currently enrolled in the institution’s Master of Organizational Leadership program.

Students interested in art at Lourdes University can choose from four different programs: the Associate of Arts, Bachelor of Arts in Art, Bachelor of Arts in Art History, Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies and the Pre-Art Therapy program. Lourdes’ Department of Art instruction is rooted in the fine arts with a strong emphasis in studio art programs such as ceramics, painting, printmaking and sculpture.

For more information, visit www.lourdes. edu/art. O — Staff Reports

Cedar Point’s Wicked Twister debuted in 2002 with the slogan, “Break the Scream Barrier.”

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Reading DC Comics’ new Wonder Woman No. 1 is a little like falling on a sword; you go into it with thoughts of honor and dignity, but simply end up being skewered. The book is the proposed herald for a new era of the Amazing Amazon’s adventures, intended to bolster her ailing status as a top player in the DC Universe. But this inaugural issue downplays the character and obscures her in dark, murky, overly graphic goings-on.

You have to extend DC some sympathy every time it attempts to relaunch Wonder Woman.

She’s a 70-year-old-plus property with deeply ingrained facets that more often than not work against her, which makes it difficult for the company to sell her to audiences.

Writer Brian Azzarello has said that he considers this new Wonder Woman title to be a horror book, which, you must admit, qualifies as a path not usually taken by the character. But, as wit-

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nessed in this first issue, it’s a take that doesn’t seem to jibe with her. Azzarello’s narrative is swampy and scattershot and mired in pretension; one isn’t sure who’s doing what, who’s speaking at any given moment and what exactly is going on. Yes, in serial fiction answers shouldn’t be doled out too early, but there’s a difference between laying down tantalizing mysteries to hook your readers and being obtuse just for the sake of being obtuse.

Sadly, Wonder Woman No. 1 falls into the latter category.

The book’s true weakness lies in the fact that its titular heroine just isn’t in it very much and, when she is, isn’t very interesting. This is a legendary warrior princess sporting fantastic, magical armament — too bad the writer seems to have a disdain for such uniqueness. A first issue of any ongoing serial should grab you from the outset and tell you why you should follow its star.

Wonder Woman No. 1 and its generic Diana fail miserably at that.

Heck, even the aborted “Wonder Woman” TV pilot, with Toledo’s Adrianne Palicki, had more going for it than this lackluster offering. This is one fading star who just can’t seem to catch a break or rise to the occasion when she does. O

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This “oasis from other bars” features naturally infused vodkas and unique craft beers, said bar manager Amelia Jarret. This fall, patrons can look forward to spiked hot apple cider and pumpkin martinis and beer with their soups and grilled sandwiches. The macaroni and cheese also cannot be missed, Jarret said, adding that items from Manos, the Greek restaurant downstairs, are offered along with vegetarian-friendly options like vegetarian chili cheese fries. Jarret said she hopes the laidback, homey atmosphere makes customers feel like family and encourages them to come back.

Also this fall, football games will be projected on the wall of the nextdoor International Boxing Club. O

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Look no further than the Avenue Bistro for the perfect combination of fine dining and casual atmosphere, said manager Linda Kurisco. Chef Aaron Shirey offers weekly specials made with the freshest ingredients that keep patrons coming back and the desserts rank among the best in town, Kurisco said. She also puts emphasis on excellent service. “Customer satisfaction is our No. 1 priority,” she said. Avenue Bistro also offers live entertainment Thursday through Saturday, featuring some of the area’s favorite local musicians. Thursday is Ladies’ Night, starting at 9 p.m. with choice martinis for $5. O

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“Our burgers are huge, our chicken chunks, our wings, our pizzas,” Sodd said. “A lot of places are about the bottom dollar, but whether it’s 45-cent wings, half-off burgers, $5 chunks, we always cater to the customer. It comes down to service. That’s what people like.” Big’z also features UFC Fight Night viewing and daily specials, including dollar beer night on Sundays starting at 10 p.m. and free pizza during Monday and Thursday NFL games. O

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oledo-area pork lovers will have the opportunity to celebrate the animal that brings us ham, bacon, ribs and more at Pigs & Pinot 2, a snout-to-tail extravaganza taking place Oct. 12, beginning at 6:30 p.m. at Mancy’s Italian Grill.

Fashioned after Couchon 555, a traveling culinary competition featuring five chefs, five breeds of heritage pigs and five winemakers, Pigs & Pinot 2 will allow AMy the chefs of the Mancy restaurants to let their culinary creativity run wild, creating pork dishes to pair with three pinot noirs selected by Adam Mahler, owner of the wine sales and marketing firm ampelography.

George Mancy, managing partner of Mancy’s Italian Grill and a co-creator of Pigs & Pinot, said tweaks have been made for this year’s event, starting with the format.

“Last year, it was basically a wine dinner,” Mancy said. “This will be more small plates, with different tasting stations.”

But that’s just the beginning. In addition to pinot noirs from Oregon and California, two “hog-themed” beers will be available and a craft bourbon bar will feature a signature cocktail, the Bacon Bourbon Manhattan.

Matt Lawrence, chef at Mancy’s Italian, and Chef Rob Campbell of the Bluewater Grille participated in last year’s event, with Lawrence’s pork cheek ragu with gnocchi and braised pork belly just edging out Campbell’s creation. They’re gearing up for competition again this year, but are also working together on an offering.

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or three desserts, and those are all going to have some form of pork in them as well.” ampelography’s Mahler said the pairing of pork and pinot noir is a testament to the versatility of both. Just as pork can be prepared in various ways and ostensibly for any course, pinot noir’s attributes can vary widely as well.

“Pinot is a versatile grape,” Mahler said. “It can have acid, it can have tannin; it can be earthy, it can be fruity.”

This year’s Pigs & Pinot wines are Wild Hog and Drew Family Gatekeeper, both from California, and Sineann Primal, made in the state of Oregon but bottled exclusively for the Ohio market.

“The Wild Hog is more of a dark fruit, almost a sweeter fruit profile. The Gatekeeper has a beautiful, light texture and the Sineann is very earthy and rustic,” Mahler said. “So we’re going to have three very different styles of pinot.”

For those who find a new beverage favorite at the event, the featured wines and beers will be available for retail sale at Pigs & Pinot 2.

This year’s Pigs & Pinot is a break-even proposition designed to let the Mancys’ chefs step out of their usual cooking “genres” and play with their food. But Mancy can envision more.

“This is only our second year but if we can continue to do this, it can get bigger,” he said. “I’d like to make a name for this event, maybe even include a local charity, get more chefs.”

Ticket sales are capped at 70 to ensure a comfortable atmosphere for guests. The event is $80 per person, all inclusive. Reservations can be made by calling (419) 882-9229. Mancy’s Italian Grill is located at 5453 Monroe St., Toledo. O

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Get ready to get down with The Blarney for a good cause.

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The Blarney Irish Pub

The Downtown pub’s fourth annual Oktoberfest Party on the Street is set for 6 p.m. to 1 a.m. Sept.

30 and Oct. 1.

“It’s just a huge block party,” said Blarney owner Ed Beczynski. “We close down the street, there’s live music from the time we open to the time we close, and some great German food, like potato pancakes, brats and pretzels. More than anything, we really concentrate on just having a fun time, dancing and drinking and eating. That’s our whole goal. Just to bring everybody together and have a great time Downtown.”

Live music Sept. 30 will include Chris Knopp from 6-7 p.m., The Eight Fifteens from 7-9 p.m. and Pocket Rockit from 9 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Live music Oct. 1 will include Dave Carpenter from 6 -7 p.m., Pilot Radio from 7-9 p.m. and Pocket Rockit from 9 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.

Admission is $5, except for a free family time 3-5 p.m. Oct. 1 that will include kids’ activities and a visit from Sparky the Firefighter Dog. Proceeds will benefit local firefighters and the Nate Brahier 797 Foundation.

The 797 Foundation is named after a 30-year-old Fremont man killed in a Monroe plane crash in March. It was founded by Brahier’s mother, Pat Moon, and will provide academic scholarships to students with Nate’s passion and drive to better themselves.

“Nate was a great friend of mine and great friend of The Blarney and he died tragically. We’re just trying to help raise money for that foundation to keep his name and spirit alive,” Beczynski said.

“We have teamed up with the Toledo and Sylvania firefighters since we opened. They do a lot of great things in this community.” O —Sarah Ottney

601 Monroe St., Toledo (419) 418-2339 theblarneyirishpub.com

Hours

11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Monday-Wednesday (kitchen closes at 10 p.m.), 11 a.m. to 1 a.m. Thursday (kitchen closes at 11 p.m.), 11 a.m. to 2:30 a.m. Friday-Saturday (kitchen closes at midnight), open Sunday on Downtown event nights.

Blue Pacific Grill

At Levis Commons, 4150 Levis Commons Blvd., Perrysburg (419) 873-9466 thebluepacificgrill.com

Hours

11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday-Thursday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday-Saturday

Gluten-free and vegetarian options abound at this createyour-own-stir fry eatery featuring beach décor and a casual atmosphere. “We have the highest quality food possible,” said General Manager Jessica Necessary. “Everything is fresh and purchased from local vendors.” A lettuce wrap was recently added to the menu. Kids 8 and younger eat free on Tuesdays with the purchase of one adult meal per child. Thursdays from 5-9 p.m. is a date night special, featuring two dinners, two nonalcoholic drinks and two desserts for $30. O

Everything ‘‘is fresh and

purchased from local vendors.

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The Bronze Boar 20 S. Huron St., Toledo (419) 244-BOAR (2627) bronzeboar.com

Hours

11:30 a.m. to 2:30 a.m.

Monday-Friday, 5 p.m. to 2:30 a.m. Saturday, closed Sundays

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The Bronze Boar offers a casual atmosphere featuring an affordable selection of more than 100 domestic and imported beers, said owner John Orr. “Everybody’s very friendly here,” Orr said. “It’s a place you can go into and fit right in and feel very comfortable and we have some of the lowest priced drinks Downtown.” An 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday-

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Friday lunch menu supplements standard bar appetizers with turkey melts, Reubens, salads and spicy creations from the eatery’s Nigerian chef, including curry, rice and suya sauce. The Boar also features live music Monday, Tuesday, Friday and Saturday, a DJ Wednesday and Thursday, and “probably the biggest patio in Toledo,” Orr said. O

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4400 Heatherdowns Blvd., 11B (419) 724-5844 burgerbar419.com Taglined “Good flippin’ burgers,” Burger Bar 419 offers “comfort food with style,” featuring its popular and unique layered burgers. Following a mantra of simple, fresh and delicious, co-owners Moussa Salloukh and Tony House strive to keep things local, displaying local artwork and offering homemade, handcrafted and locally grown menu items, including vegetarian options.

Opened in May, the eatery offers big-city atmosphere that’s also casual, warm and inviting. “We’re just trying to keep everything here in Toledo,” Salloukh said. “We’re all about the food and the 419.” O

Hours

Opens 11 a.m.

Monday-Sunday

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Cheers Sports Eatery 7131 Orchard Centre Dr., Holland (419) 491-0990 facebook.com/cheerssportseatery

Hours

lunch dinner cocktails

Ask about our Catering Services

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11 a.m. to 11 p.m. MondayWednesday, 11 a.m. to 1 a.m.

Thursday, 11 a.m. to 1:30 a.m.

Friday-Saturday, noon-8 p.m.

Sunday

Cheers Sports Eatery features a casual, family-friendly atmosphere with sports-themed décor and a menu full of pizza, enchiladas, wings, sandwiches, grinders and more. “We’re known for our food,” said Phil Swary, who co-owns the venue with his wife, Chris.

“We have some of the best pizza in town. We have a very diverse menu. People are surprised by our menu.” The eatery features plenty of TVs for watching NFL Sunday Ticket and other games as well as live entertainment on Saturday nights. “It’s a neighborhood pub sort of atmosphere,” Swary said.

“Unlike chains, the owners are in here working it, so I think a lot of people that come in here appreciate that.” O

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Dégagé Jazz Café

PHOTO By Joseph Herr

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Chowders ‘N Moor

7723 Airport Highway, Holland (419) 491-0098 chowdersnmoor.com

Hours

Along with nautical décor and its famous white-chicken chili, Chowders ‘N Moor features homemade soups, panini grilled sandwiches, salads, steaks and seafood. Happy Hour from 3-6 p.m.

Monday through Friday offers drink specials and 50 percent off all appetizers.

Half-pound steakburgers are $2.99 on Tuesdays and perch dinners are $14.99 on Friday nights. The location at 312 South St., in Waterville, is temporarily closed due to minor fire damage, with an anticipated reopening in January. O

11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Monday-Saturday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Sunday

Cousino’s Steakhouse

1842 Woodville Road, Oregon (419) 693-0862 cousinosrestaurants.com/steakhouse

Hours

11 a.m. to 9 p.m. SundayWednesday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Thursday-Saturday

Cousino’s has been a Toledo dining destination for 65 years, said General Manager Cory Cousino, whose grandfather started the steakhouse in 1945. The house specialty is the top sirloin steak in an 8-ounce or 12-ounce variety, cooked over an open flame. A popular side dish is the potato casserole, a secret family recipe. Cousino recommended trying a hand-dipped milkshake, a new “simple, but good” menu item, to top off a meal. After a meal at the cozy, casual establishment, Cousino said he hopes customers leave with “happy tummies.” O

Stella's Restaurant 104 Louisiana Avenue Perrysburg, Ohio 43551 (419)873-8360

Downtown Toledo

The perfect dining experience before and after every Huntington Center and Valentine Theatre production.

“One of the Top Five Restaurants in Ohio” —Zagat Survey

426 N. Superior St. • Toledo, OH 43604 • 419-242-2424

www.georgiostoledo.com

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301 River Road, Maumee (419) 794-8205 historiccommercialbuilding.com/degage.html

With a French name meaning “to feel free, easy and relaxed,” Dégagé is a perfect place to enjoy a meal with family and friends or a romantic dinner for two, said Chef Joseph Jacobsen. “We combine our trademark French-inspired refined rusticity with an unyielding passion for the best local, seasonal and fresh ingredients in our recipes,” Jacobsen said. “The new fall/winter menu, launching Sept. 27, has everything from housemade butternut squash soup, salads, unique appetizers and entrées you won’t find anywhere else in town as well as a newly updated pizza menu. We also have a new children’s menu for the little foodies.” Located in a building listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Dégagé also features a new wine list, extensive martini list, four locally crafted beers on tap and live jazz five nights a week. O

Hours

5 p.m. to midnight Tuesday-Thursday, 5 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Friday-Saturday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (brunch) Sunday

SIDELINES

The Dégagé Jazz Café

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Doc Watson’s

1515 S. Byrne Road, Toledo (419) 389-6003 docwatsonstoledo.com

Hours

11 a.m. to 2 a.m. Monday, 7 a.m. to 2 a.m. Tuesday-Saturday, 8 a.m. to 2 a.m. Sunday

It’s the closest ‘‘thing to ‘Cheers’ in Toledo…

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Doc Watson’s is a familyfriendly neighborhood hangout for breakfast, lunch and dinner with live music on the weekends. Serving American pub food, the eatery is best known for its Lord Stanley’s Loin. The sandwich is an in-house smoked beef tenderloin with bleu cheese, red onion and horsey sauce on a grilled ciabatta. Other notable menu items include gourmet burgers, ribs, chicken chunks, a bourbon pulled pork sandwich and the DeCarlo, a barbecue chicken breast with cream cheese and bacon in a pita. “It’s the closest thing to ‘Cheers’ in Toledo with friendly staff who make a point to get to know you,” said office manager Emily Hayward. O

El Camino Real

2500 W. Sylvania Ave., Toledo (419) 472-0700 elcaminorealoh.com

Hours

11 a.m. to 2 a.m. daily (kitchen closes 9 p.m. Sunday, 10 p.m. MondayThursday and 11 p.m. Friday-Saturday)

El Camino Real serves up Mexican favorites in a casual atmosphere featuring a huge patio with an outside bar.

Among its Sunday through Wednesday specials is Taco Tuesday, when tacos are $1, said Manager Salvador Rocha. Especially known for its margaritas, the eatery also features a salsa bar, trivia nights and regular live entertainment, including a mariachi band on weekends.

Other El Camino locations are in Oregon, 2072 Woodville Road, and Maumee, 551 W. Dussel Drive. O

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Not your typical gastropub. Hand crafted franks, sausages, ham, bacon and everything else on the menu … not to mention 19 micros on draught and copious amounts of ne ales in bottles. Come check out the daily specials and treats …

Chocolate covered bacon sundae with Guinness sauce and bourbon pineapples? Most tasty!

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ICE Restaurant and Bar

PHOTO By Joseph Herr

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The Bronze Boar

El Tipico Restaurant 1444 South Ave., Toledo (419) 382-0661 eltipicotoledo.net

Hours

11 a.m. to 9 p.m. MondaySaturday, closed Sunday

205 S. Huron, Downtown Toledo by the stadium

OPEN 11:30 AM

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Executive Diner

2516 W. Sylvania Ave., Toledo (419) 472-3447

Feeding our community for over 26 years!

Hours

7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday-Sunday

6546 Weatherfield Court

Maumee, OH 419-866-6343 FAX 419-866-5529 Kitchen Fresh

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Fine Things Bistro 38 S. St. Clair St., Toledo (419) 244-1651 finethingsbistro.com

Hours

10:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Tuesday-Thursday, 10:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Friday, 4:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, closed Sunday and Monday

The Executive Diner features traditional breakfast and lunch with an authentic Mexican twist.

Best known for its homemade soups — including chicken-tortilla, chicken noodle, broccoli-cheddar, mushroom-barley, cheddar-ale, loaded baked potato, chicken lemon rice, stuffed green pepper, french-onion, chili and tomato — the casual, kidfriendly eatery also features all-youcan-eat pancakes on Tuesdays and free coffee on Wednesdays. O

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El Tipico Restaurant has been serving authentic Mexican cuisine in its casual, family-friendly South Toledo eatery for four decades. “We’re the oldest Mexican restaurant in Toledo,” said owner Ezekiel Villa. “All the recipes are my late wife’s, who was from Mexico.

Everything we have, we make fresh daily.” The alcoholfree eatery offers an extensive menu, including unusual dishes like cactus scrambled with eggs, Villa said. “People leave here and they send us other customers that come all the way from Cleveland, Wauseon,” Villa said. “They come from everywhere, because as far as authentic Mexican food, El Tipico is the one to have it.” O

Fat Fish Blue

At Levis Commons, 6140 Levis Commons Blvd., Perrysburg (419) 931-3474 fatfishfunnybonetoledo.com

Hours

Opens 3 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday and 1 p.m. Sunday, closed Monday

Creative Louisiana-Creole dishes as well traditional American favorites, including kid-friendly dishes, make up the menu at Fat Fish Blue, which offers “American bistro fare with a New Orleans flare.” “The southern-fried chicken is probably one of the most popular items on the menu, everybody goes crazy for the corn bread, and the gumbo jambalaya and blackened salmon are also favorites,” said General Manager Nadia Castilleja.

With live music on weekends and live entertainment five nights a week, Fat Fish Blue is a place for people to unwind and be themselves. “It’s a pretty laid-back, relaxed atmosphere,” Castilleja said.

“It’s just a fun place to be.” O

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Simply a great place to be!

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Taste tradition at Rockwell’s elegant steakhouse & lounge, offering guests the finest cuts of aged USDA Prime beef, fresh seafood, and so much more.

Fine Things is the home of Daryl’s Signature Stuffer, a sandwich with the meat and cheese baked in unique breads to prevent the sogginess of a regular sandwich, said co-owner Daryl Schmitz. The bistro also serves tapas, including crab puffs and an assortment of paté. The art-and-antique-filled atmosphere should also please patrons. “They come in and they totally relax,” Schmitz said. “They love the atmosphere, the calmness, the music and the beauty of the art on the walls.” His business partner, Kenneth Cunningham, draws on his experiences abroad to create a pleasing meal. “I’m hoping to contribute something that’s not stuffy or excessively sophisticated, but that is very, very good in terms of culture,” Cunningham said O

Experience outdoor dining at The Café, delicious pastries and coffee choices at Petit Fours Patisserie, or evening entertainment at Mutz.

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2011 Dining Guide Georgio’s is an elegant restaurant welcoming of a casual crowd. Celebrating its 25th anniversary, it specializes in seafood such as red snapper, halibut, swordfish and lobster bisque soup and offers seasonal dishes including soft-shell crab, crab cakes and breast of duck. “I don’t think anybody else brings seafood better than what we do here in Toledo,” host Chris Kamilaris said. “It’s all fresh every day.” Chris’ brother George has been a chef for more than 30 years. The restaurant also offers food to order such as beef tenderloin, lamb, veal and chicken. Specialty cheesecakes are available for dessert. O

Georgio’s Cafe International 426 N. Superior St., Toledo (419) 242-2424 georgiostoledo.com

Hours

11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Monday-Friday (lunch), 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. MondayThursday and 5:30 to 10:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday (dinner), closed Sunday

Grumpy’s

34. S. Huron St., Toledo (419) 241-6728 grumpys.net

Hours

8 a.m. to 2 p.m. MondayFriday, closed SaturdaySunday Long a Downtown lunch staple, Grumpy’s added breakfast last year, now serves alcohol and will be installing a bar soon, said co-owner Dustin Hostetler, grandson of the original owners. “We serve an upscale casual breakfast and lunch, we think the best in Downtown Toledo,” Hostetler said of the second- and thirdgeneration family-owned eatery. “Our lunches get crazy packed, and are a great place to see and be seen. We’re famous for our Garbage Salad, burgers and desserts, including pies, cakes and cookies. We haven’t changed the things people love about the place.” Breakfast options include build-your-own breakfast sandwiches, French toast, eggs benedict pizza and World Class Morning Buns. The eatery also offers a host of gluten-free options and the space can be rented for catered private events. O

Hours

Kitchen hours are noon to 11 p.m. Sunday, 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Monday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Tuesday-Wednesday, 11 a.m. to midnight Thursday-Friday, 5 p.m. to 1 a.m. Saturday

Home Slice Pizza 28 S. St. Clair St., Toledo (419) 724-7437

With a family-friendly atmosphere by day and a tavern/ club atmosphere by night, Home Slice serves its subs and pizza to a wide range of Downtown patrons.

The eatery also features live entertainment on weekends.

“We’re always trying to do something entertaining during weekdays as well,” owner Eddie Knight said. “I hope people come down, enjoy good pizza, have a few reasonably priced drinks and support a local business.” O

The Hungry I

6060 Renaissance Place, Toledo (419) 517-5570 hungryitoledo.com

Hours

11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Monday-Thursday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Friday-Saturday, noon to 9 p.m. Sunday

The Hungry I’s warm, laid-back atmosphere and ample portions — including “the best corned-beef Reuben in town and the biggest salads around” — keep area residents coming back for more, said Moussa Salloukh, who co-owns the eatery with Gus Nicolaidis. “We’re both ethnic guys. We believe in big portions and we don’t want you to leave hungry,” Salloukh said. “Whether you’re in the mood for a sandwich, steak, ribs, martinis or a great draft beer, there’s a little something for everybody at The Hungry I.” O

believe in ‘‘bigWeportions and we don’t want you to leave hungry.

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Thursday–Sunday: 11:30 a.m.–11 p.m.

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Le Petit Gourmet

6546 Weatherfield Court, Maumee (419) 866-6343 lepetitgourmettoledo.com

Hours

7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. MondaySaturday, closed Sunday

ICE Restaurant & Bar 405 Madison Ave., Toledo (419) 246-3339 icerestaurantandbar.com

Hours

10 a.m. to 8 p.m. MondayWednesday, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Thursday, 10 a.m. to midnight Friday, 4 p.m. to midnight Saturday

This casual deli features fresh salads, sandwiches and a popular pumpkin cheesecake this fall. The atmosphere draws in repeat customers, said Jason Dzierwa, who owns the eatery and catering company with his wife, Sarah. “The atmosphere is very cozy,” he said. “We have a little fireplace in the center of the restaurant. It’s a very inviting place. We know 80 percent of the people that walk through our door.” O

Patrons can expect “a good dining experience outside of the chain restaurant, a more personal experience with the servers and a more personal experience with the Downtown,” said ICE General Manager Joshua Cessna.

Kabobs are a crowd favorite as are chef specials like the Cajun cheese tortellini pasta. “I’m a big fan of the steak myself,” Cessna said, also recommending the chocolate crème brulee for dessert. Special drinks include the key lime martini. Customers should expect reasonable prices in a fine-dining atmosphere. “Upper class for the middle class is how I’d describe it,” Cessna said. O

LaScola Italian Grill 5375 Airport Highway, Toledo (419) 381-2100 lascolaitaliangrill.com

Hours

4-10 p.m. MondayThursday, 4-11 p.m.

Friday-Saturday, 4-9 p.m. Sunday

With its elegant, amber-lit interior, extensive wine list and gourmet Italian cuisine, LaScola is “a place to get away from it all,” said Moussa Salloukh, who co-owns the eatery with Gus Nicolaidis. A lounge area, perfect for appetizers, features leather couches and black and white photos depicting Toledo history. “I’ve had people come in from New York, from all over, and say it’s the best Italian they’ve ever had,” Salloukh said. “It’s big-city food and a big-city atmosphere here in Toledo.” O

NEW YORK STYLE PIZZA 419-724-7437

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TOLEDOFREEPRESS.COM / SEPT. 28, 2011 n 27 Fajitas, chimichangas and margaritas are among the most popular items on Loma Linda’s menu, which features authentic Mexican and American cuisine, said kitchen manager Rosie Odle. The casual, family-friendly eatery also offers daily food specials, a magician on Wednesdays and an occasional mariachi band. “I hope people take away the good food definitely, No. 1, and No. 2, I hope they take away that it’s a fun atmosphere, that it’s a pleasant experience coming here,” Odle said. O

Loma Linda

10400 Airport Highway, Swanton (419) 865-5455 toledostripletreat.com/loma

Hours

11 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Monday-Thursday, 11 a.m. to midnight FridaySaturday, closed Sunday

Manos Greek Restaurant 1701 Adams St., Toledo (419) 244-4479 manosgreekrestaurant.com

Hours

11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. TuesdayThursday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Friday, 5 p.m. to 11 p.m.

Saturday, closed Sunday

Manhattan’s

1516 Adams St., Toledo (419) 243-6675 manhattanstoledo.com

Hours

11 a.m. to 2 a.m. MondayTuesday (kitchen closes 10 p.m.), 11 a.m. to midnight WednesdayThursday (kitchen closes 10 p.m.), 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. Friday (kitchen closes 11 p.m.), 5 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Saturday (kitchen closes 11 p.m.), 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday

This Greek restaurant has been a Toledo staple for 30 years, said bar manager Amelia Jarret. “Everything is made from scratch,” she said, adding “the gyros are amazing.” Don’t miss the 48-foot-long mural of Ikaria or the after-dinner coffee either, she said. Traditional Greek foods like moussaka, saganaki and stuffed grape leaves are served, as are classic desserts like baklava and rice pudding. Owner Manos Paschalis also runs the upstairs bar, The Attic on Adams, Jarret said. O

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Offering “a slice of the Big Apple in Downtown Toledo,” Manhattan’s offers a casual, eclectic atmosphere that’s popular for dining before or after shows, said owner Marty Lahey. Featuring dishes named after New York City landmarks, the family-run eatery serves steak, seafood, gourmet pizza, sandwiches, salads and more, and features live jazz and blues Monday through Saturday.

“It’s a real friendly place where everybody knows your name,” Lahey said. “The whole mood is just a very fun, relaxed place, and the food is excellent. We make everything from scratch and we’re really proud of it.” O

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3302 Glanzman Road, Toledo (419) 380-0411 mihaciendatoledo.com

Hours

11 a.m. to 10 p.m. MondayThursday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Friday, noon to 10:30 p.m.

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The family-owned and operated eatery offers fresh Mexican dishes from traditional recipes, featuring daily food and drink specials, including Happy Hour from 3-6 p.m. daily.

Offering a casual, family-friendly atmosphere, it offers popular menu items including fajitas, chimichangas and grilled chicken dishes, said owner and manager Sergio Angel. “I hope they enjoy the food, like their service and are just somewhere they feel comfortable coming back and bringing the family,” Angel said. O

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27 Broadway St., Toledo (419) 243-1302 theoliverhousetoledo.com

Hours

5 to 10 p.m. MondaySaturday, closed Sunday (Rockwell’s Steakhouse); 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday-Friday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, closed Sunday (Petit-Fours Patisserie and Café); 4 p.m. to 2:30 a.m. Monday-Friday, noon to 2:30 a.m. Saturday, noon to 8 p.m. Sunday (Mutz); 3 to 10 p.m. MondayThursday, 3 to 11 p.m. FridaySaturday, closed Sunday (Maumee Bay Brew Pub) The historic Oliver House offers four different dining experiences under one roof. Upscale Rockwell’s is known for its steak. The whitetablecloth eatery features a great view of the river and city skyline and is the only steakhouse in the area that serves 100 percent USDA prime beef, said Neal Kovacik, general manager of Oliver House Operations. Petit-Fours Patisserie serves specialty pastries and coffees for breakfast as well as special occasion cake orders, while Petit-Fours Café offers a unique, eclectic lunch menu. Featuring traditional French sandwiches, a daily quiche, daily soup, salad and sandwich specials, its bar is stocked with Maumee Bay Brew Company beers. Mutz is a casual sports bar featuring pub food, Maumee Bay beers, bar games, NFL and NHL Ticket games, and live entertainment Wednesdays to Saturdays including musicians, DJs, karaoke and open mic nights.

Maumee Bay Brew Pub — the only Toledo brewery Kovacik knows of that brews from scratch — offers nine unique, handcrafted beers, brick-oven woodfired pizzas, steaks, pasta, sandwiches and more. O

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The menu features 5125 Monroe St., Toledo traditional Mexican dishes (419) 841-9250 as well as a variety of steak, seafood and chicken platters including Steak Hours Azteca, Chori-Steak, Surf and Turf, Pescado Azteca and El 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. MondayPaisano, which is a T-bone steak or Thursday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. grilled chicken breast with shrimp, Friday, 11 a.m. to 10:30 mushrooms, onions, peppers and p.m. Saturday, noon to 9 p.m. tomato, served with rice and beans Sunday and topped with a creamy cheese sauce. The casual eatery also offers daily food and drink specials, sidecart guacamole service, a full bar, outdoor patio and menu options for vegetarians and kids. O

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4020 Secor Road, Toledo (419) 472-1996

Hours

4 p.m. to 2:30 a.m. MondayFriday, 1 p.m. to 2:30 a.m.

Saturday-Sunday (kitchen open 8 p.m. to midnight MondaySaturday)

“Toledo’s hippest lounge” is how the boutique bar’s General Manager Al Navarre describes Rocky’s. “We have a lot of craft beers and we’re on the small side so it’s quaint,” Navarre said.

Rocky’s, located behind Culture Clash Records, is also known for its “off-thewall parties” including a recent Gene Hackman’s birthday-themed party and Balloonapalooza, featuring an artist making erotic balloon creations. Fall game day specials include all-you-can-eat tamale night and black-bean chili with Bloody Marys. “It’s a friendly place and a lot of clientele are from every kind of facet and they all get along and have an enjoyable time and just get away,” Navarre said. “It’s well-hidden and it’s a little hard to find. People say ‘We can’t find you guys’ and well, that’s OK.” O

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When making food has been your livelihood for 91 years, chances are you know what you’re doing.

After nine decades of dishing them out to hungry Toledo diners at their six Rudy’s Hot Dog restaurants, the Dionyssiou family would have to be considered experts in the ways of the dog. After all, they do sell 8,000 chili dogs each week.

“What makes Rudy’s so special is the family tradition,” said Mara Dionyssiou-Lizcano, Rudy’s director of marketing and granddaughter of Andy Dionyssiou, who along with his brother Harry took over restaurant operations from their Uncle Rudy in 1960. “I think that’s a big part of it.

That’s what people gravitate toward.”

Diners also gravitate toward Rudy’s most popular offering, the chili dog. It’s the signature dish on a menu full of simple, working-class fare like hamburgers, chili, chili mac, homemade soups, onion rings, French fries, omelets, pancakes, salads, pies and cakes.

Rudy’s was on the national stage in June when President Barack Obama stopped into the oldest operating Rudy’s on West Sylvania Avenue, built in 1971. According to the website, Obama had “a couple of dogs with everything, some fries and a bowl of our famous chili.”

Rudy’s has an all old-school cafeteria vibe, as patrons grab their own trays and silverware before choosing from the familiar offerings listed on the menu above the counter: Hot dog, plain or chili: $1.65; all-beef Jumbo King hot dog, $2.09 (totally worth splurging 44 extra cents on); chili bowl, $1.99; grilled cheese, $2; omelets, $3.95-5.95; pies, $2.25; and on and on. This is classic grub for after the ball game, before the movies or the morning after a long night out. Breakfast is served all day.

Whether it’s been a day or a decade since you last stepped into Rudy’s, there’s a sense of unpretentiousness that makes you feel at home. Maybe it’s the old-school Rudy’s logo, the way the sign out

front reads “Hamburgs,” the way the soda cups tout the “nutritional” aspects of the chili mac or the personalized recommendations of the Rudy’s staff, even if they’ve never seen you before. When you stop at a Rudy’s, you’ll get a sense of why it’s been around more than nine decades, and see no reason for it not to churn along for nine more.

Hank Williams Jr.’s relatives have nothing on the Dionyssious when it comes to family tradition.

Rudy Poturedes came to America from a small Cyprus village early in the 1900s, and by 1920 was selling hot dogs from a small stand in Downtown Toledo. Rudy established his first restaurant in 1930, soon after moving his nephews Harry and Andreas Dionyssiou here from Cyprus. After helping him establish the Rudy’s brand in Toledo, they later took over the business, now serving as president and vice president.

Nine members of the Dionyssiou family are still involved with the day-to-day operations of Rudy’s, serving as owners of the six Toledoarea restaurants.

“I get a lot of emails telling me their grandparent took them when they were little, they took their kids and now their kids are taking their grandkids,” Dionyssiou-Lizcano said. “We started this tradition, and it’s our family, and it’s been going for 90 years. …

People like that we’re a staple here. Other people are also passing down the tradition of going to Rudy’s.”

Last year, Rudy’s brought part of their home to the homes of their customers, selling Rudy’s Hot Dog Sauce and Chili with Beans online and in grocery stores throughout the region.

Rudy’s six locations:

• 946 W. Sylvania Ave., Toledo, (419) 478-7095 (closed Sundays) • 6069 N. Summit St., Toledo, (419) 729-5781 • 3208 W. Alexis Road, Toledo, (419) 471-9159 • 4748 Monroe St., Toledo, (419) 472-4813 • 4747 Glendale Ave., Toledo, (419) 382-2210 • 7170 Orchard Centre Drive, Holland, (419) 867-0321 Hours vary by location. For more information, visit www.rudyshotdog.com. O

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Rosie’s Italian Grille

Rosie’s tweaks traditional century-old Italian family recipes with creative modern twists and serves them up in a romantically lit, Tuscan-themed atmosphere.

“Authentic Italian — that’s what we’re known for, but our fresh seafood creations and Chicago Stock Yards steaks are just incomparable,” said pastry chef Betsy Barone. Rosie’s also features award-winning pizza, live music Wednesday through Friday and a private, four-season patio. Wine bottles are $5 or $10 off on Wednesdays. “We’re hoping everyone feels comfortable in our atmosphere, with the feel of a walk through the streets of Italy,” Barone said. “We want the visit to be outstanding, start to finish.” O

606 N. McCord Road, Toledo (419) 866-5007 rosiesitaliangrille.com

Hours

11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Monday-Tuesday, 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. WednesdayThursday, 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday, noon to 11 p.m.

Saturday, 4 to 10 p.m. Sunday

South End Grille

5105 Glendale Ave., Toledo (419) 385-3080 southendgrille.com

Hours

11 a.m. to 2:30 a.m. MondaySaturday, noon to midnight Sunday

Sidelines Sports Eatery 2111 Mellwood Ave., Toledo / 8116 Secor Road, Lambertville (419) 474-0000 (Toledo) / (734) 856-5050 (Lambertville) sidelinessportseatery.com

Hours

11 a.m. to 1 a.m. MondayTuesday, 11 a.m. to 2 a.m.

Wednesday-Saturday, noon to midnight Sunday (Toledo); 11 a.m. to 1 a.m. Monday-Saturday, noonmidnight Sunday (Lambertville)

Sidelines co-owner Eric Sitter prides himself on offering unique and memorable dishes patrons won’t find anywhere else. Like the Knock-Out burger, a half-pound burger between two grilled cheese with bacon sandwiches instead of a bun, or the Porkzilla, grilled ham topped with pulled pork, bacon, barbecue sauce, cheddar cheese, waffle fries and cole slaw on a Kaiser bun. “Those are items you just can’t get anywhere else,” Sitter said. “We’re a sports eatery but our food is exceptional.” Ribs, jumbo chicken wings with homemade sauce, boneless Fowl Balls and a signature spicy Mojo dip are also popular on a menu that also features unexpected dishes like lake perch, Sitter said. O

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The eatery will offer tailgating, NFL Sunday Ticket and college football games this fall in its newly expanded outdoor patio. O

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Stella’s

104 Louisiana Ave., Perrysburg (419) 873-8360 stellasrestaurantandbar.com

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Hours

Opens 11 a.m. MondayThursday (kitchen closes 10 p.m.), 11 a.m. FridaySaturday (kitchen closes at 11 p.m.). Closed Sunday but available for private parties Owner Jim Hodulik wants everyone to feel welcomed at Stella’s, like they are in their neighborhood restaurant. The upscale casual eatery offers sandwiches, pasta, fresh seafood, dinner salads, fowl, lamb, hand cut steaks and plates to share.

“Our menu demonstrates classic cuisine while acknowledging comfort food,” Hodulik said. “We like to think of dining at Stella’s as an American cuisine experience. We change our menu seasonally, offer daily features and do some eclectic things. The versatility of the menu is such that both the adventurous and traditional diner will be able to find something to please, leaving with the temptation to return.” Featuring an extensive wine list, both by the glass and bottle, innovative cocktails, infused liquors and craft beer, Stella’s also offers live music Thursday through Saturday evenings. O

Swig

219 Louisiana Ave., Perrysburg (419) 873-6224 swigrestaurantandbar.com

Hours

11 a.m. to 1 a.m. MondayWednesday (kitchen closes at 11 p.m.), 11 a.m. to 2 a.m.

Thursday-Saturday (kitchen closes at 11 p.m.), noon to 10 p.m.

Sunday (kitchen closes at 9 p.m.)

Swig grinds, seasons, stuffs and smokes its own sausages and hot dogs daily at its in-house charcuterie using all-natural casings and no fillers. All its sauces, including dressings, dips and condiments, are handcrafted as well. The friendly, unpretentious eatery offers comfort food like the classic coney dog, its No. 1 seller, as well as more unusual offerings like gyro sausages and Chicago dogs for more adventurous diners, said General Manager Denny Milligan. Swig’s “musical taps” feature 19 draft and craft beers, 14 of which rotate weekly. There’s also daily specials and live music Tuesdays through Saturdays. O

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5131 Heatherdowns Blvd., Toledo (419) 381-2079 Trotters’ menu is an eclectic array of house-made appetizers, sandwiches, entrées and desserts, including its well-known Brown Jug Sirloin Steak, said Judy Brown, who co-owns the eatery with her husband, John. Everything is made in-house and fresh to order.

Daily specials include the Brown Jug Sirloin for $12.99 on Mondays and Tuesdays and houseground burgers and fresh-cut fries for $5 on Wednesdays and Thursdays.

“It is not a rushed atmosphere.

Because each order is freshly made, it takes a little longer,” Brown said. “I’d like for people to relax and just enjoy themselves and want to come back. I want them to leave happy.” O

Hours

4 p.m. to 2:30 a.m.

Monday-Saturday, closed Sunday

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Relax with family and friends in Ventura’s casual atmosphere and enjoy one of Toledo’s best-known secrets for the past 27 years, invites general manager Valerie Mundt-Scott. Serving some of the area’s finest Mexican and American cuisine, Ventura’s has something for everyone, MundtScott said. The eatery offers daily lunch specials from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., cocktail hour from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., and $2.60 margaritas in 10 flavors every Tuesday.

Customer menu favorites include Cajun chicken nachos, fajitas, chimichangas, barbecue ribs, botana, bandito black-bean dip, spicy fondito cheese dip and homemade burgers and soups. A new patio was added this summer for outdoor dining. O

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11 a.m. to 11 p.m. MondayThursday, 11 a.m. to midnight FridaySaturday, closed Sunday and all major holidays.

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Zoup!’s menu features 12 soups each day. Its two most popular — chicken pot pie and lobster bisque — are served daily while the other 10 rotate through 110 recipes annually.

Menu options include a sourdough bread bowl for $5.95 and a Try Two! combo, featuring soup and a salad or sandwich for $6.95. “Nothing is made ahead; everything is made to order,” said owner Paul Gilis, who said the eatery offers high-quality food at reasonable prices with friendly, fast service. “It’s fast casual. We don’t have table service, but we’re a very relaxed type place where you can unwind a little with nice music and comfortable chairs.” O

310 W. Dussel Drive, Maumee (419) 724-9687 zoup.com

Hours

11 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Monday-Friday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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Loma Linda Celebrating 56 years.

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AND FAMOUS CHILI MAC “A Family Tradition”

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MUSIC The Ark This small venue offers a showcase for lesser-known acts.

316 S. Main St., Ann Arbor. (734) 761-1451, (734) 761-1800 or www.theark.org.

O Asleep at the Wheel: 8 p.m. Sept. 28, $30.

O Deke Dickerson: 8 p.m. Sept. 29, $13.50.

O The RFD Boys: 8 p.m. Sept. 30, $11.

O The Ryan Montbleau Band: 8 p.m. Oct. 1, $15.

O Jay Ungar, Molly Mason: 7:30 p.m. Oct. 2, $17.50.

O The Wood Brothers, Clay Cook: 8 p.m. Oct. 4, $20.

O Priscilla Ahn: 8 p.m. Oct. 5, $15.

Bar 145 This new venue features burgers, bands and bourbon, if its slogan is to be believed. 5304 Monroe St. bar145toledo.com.

O Killer Flamingos: Thursdays.

O Jeff Stewart: Tuesdays.

O Empire Drift: Sept. 30-Oct. 1.

Basin St. Grille This Toledo standby has been revived with more than 20 different flavors of martinis and live, local music. 5201 Monroe St. (419) 843-5660.

O Acoustic Magic: Oct. 6.

The Blarney Irish Pub Catch local acts while taking in the pub’s modern Irish and American fare. 601 Monroe St. (419) 418-2339 or www. theblarneyirishpub.com.

O Chris Knopp: Sept. 29.

O Arctic Clam: Sept. 30.

O Tru Brew: Oct. 1.

Blind Pig A variety of rock, soul, pop and alternative acts perform at this bar. 208 S. First St., Ann Arbor. $3-$20 unless noted.

(734) 996-8555 or blindpigmusic.com.

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O Grieves, Budo, Prof, the MC Type, PHILTHY: 8 p.m. Sept. 28.

O Thrill Train, Log Across the Washer, Christopher Norman: 9:30 p.m. Sept. 29.

O Paint, Zac Lavender, Al Sabo, Drew Hill, Wakeless, Moon Roots: 8 p.m. Sept. 30.

O Fowl, Metal Apes, Big Walt, Evan Flow, Zelooperz, the Soul, Sigidy, Crack City, DJs Ell and Catclysmic: 9 p.m. Oct. 1.

O EOTO: 9 p.m. Oct. 4.

O Gnome Village, Err …, the Keep Sailing, Zombie Jesus & the Chocolate Sunshine Band: 9:30 p.m. Oct. 5.

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Dégagé Jazz Café

O Herbi Russ: 6 p.m. Sept. 29.

O Acoustic Chutney: 7 p.m. Sept. 30.

O Dan and Don: 7 p.m. Oct. 1 and 7.

Signature drinks, such as pumpkin martinis, plus live local jazz performers. 301 River Road, Maumee. $5 weekends for cafe seating. (419) 794-8205 or www.degagejazzcafe.com.

O Gene Parker & Friends: 7-10 p.m. Sept. 28 and Oct. 5.

O Leo Darrington: 7 p.m. Sept. 29.

O The Silverbacks: Sept. 30-Oct. 1.

O Eric Dickey and the Zoar Musicians: Oct. 4.

JJ’s Pub

Be sure to check out this Warehouse District tavern’s namesake, overhead near the entrance. 20 S. Huron St. (419) 244-2627 or www.bronzeboar.com.

O Open mic night with Chris Knopp: Mondays.

O Luke James: Tuesdays.

O DJ Jerod: Wednesdays and Thursdays.

O Crucial 420: Sept. 30.

O Beg to Differ: Oct. 1.

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Kerrytown Concert House

Karaoke is offered Tuesdays, but paid entertainers rock out Wednesdays-Saturdays. 4311 Heatherdowns Blvd. (419) 382-1444 or www.thedistilleryonline.com.

O Gregg Aranda: Tuesdays.

O Nicole & Mic: Sept. 28.

O Meaghan Roberts Trio: Sept. 29.

O 56 Daze: Sept. 30.

This venue focuses on classical, jazz and opera artists and music. 415 N. Fourth Ave., Ann Arbor. $5-$30, unless noted.

(734) 769-2999 or www.kerrytownconcerthouse.com.

O Parisian Soiree: 8 p.m. Oct. 1, $20-$35.

Caesars Windsor

Doc Watson’s

If you have your passport, consider hopping the Detroit River for this casino’s entertainment offerings. Ticket prices, in Canadian dollars, are for the cheapest seats; attendees must be 19 or older. Caesars Windsor Colosseum, 377 Riverside Dr. East, Windsor, Ontario. (800) 991-7777 or www.caesarswindsor.com.

O Roger Daltry performing the Who’s “Tommy”: 9 p.m. Oct. 1, $55.

Named in honor of the owners’ forefather, this bar and restaurant serves a variety of dishes and entertainment. 1515 S. Byrne Road. (419) 389-6003 or docwatsonstoledo.com.

O John Barile and Bobby May: 10 p.m. Sept. 30.

This “slice of the Big Apple” in the Glass City provides entertainment most weekends. 1516 Adams St. (419) 243-6675 or www.manhattanstoledo.com.

O Open mic: 9 p.m. Monday nights.

O Jam session hosted by Tom Turner & Slow Burn: 8 p.m.

Tuesdays.

O Dick Lange Trio: 6 p.m. Sept. 29.

Fat Fish Blue

Mickey Finn’s

Serving blues and similar sounds, as well as bayoustyle grub. Levis Commons, 6140 Levis Commons Blvd., Perrysburg. (419) 931-3474 or fatfishfunnybonetoledo.com.

O DJ Special K: 9 p.m. Sept. 30.

O Arctic Clam: 9 p.m. Oct. 1.

A variety of genres to wash your drinks down with. Open mic nights, 8 p.m. Wednesdays, no cover; $5-$7 cover other nights. 602 Lagrange St. (419) 246-3466 or www.mickeyfinnspub.com.

O Rock the Stage, featuring local bands: 9 p.m. Thursdays, free.

O Moz Goes, Human Juicebox: 8:30 p.m. Sept. 30.

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Cheers Sports Eatery This family-friendly eatery dishes up live performances … and Chicago-style pizza. 7131 Orchard Centre Dr., Holland.

(419) 491-0990.

O Kyle Rettig: 9 p.m. Oct. 1.

Cheetah’s Den A different band performs each week. 702 E. Broadway St. (419) 754-1903.

O DJ Lamont: Tuesdays.

O Devious: Thursdays (also open mic night)-Saturdays.

Culture Clash Records This home to all things vinyl and cool will host a free show

Braxton Miller, Freshman quarterback for the OSU, helped lead the Buckeyes to a 37-17 win over the visiting Colorado Buffalos.In his first start as a Buckeye he was threw for 83 yards and two touchdowns and also rushed for 83 yards on 17 carries. The 3-1 Buckeyes start Big Ten conference play next week as they host the Michigan State Spartans in Columbus. We congratulate Braxton Miller and the Ohio State Buckeyes for their outstanding performance.

French Quarter J. Pat’s Pub Live entertainment after 9:30 p.m. Fridays-Saturdays. Holiday Inn French Quarter, 10630 Fremont Pike, Perrysburg.

(419) 874-3111 or www.hifq.com.

O Green Eyed Soul: Sept. 30-Oct. 1.

Ice Restaurant & Bar This local, family-owned enterprise offers food, drinks and music in a sleek atmosphere. 405 Madison Ave. (419) 2463339 or icerestaurantandbar.com.

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Live music is on Saturday’s menu; the genre varies, along with the cover charge. Karaoke is on tap 9:30 p.m. Thursdays, and a DJ starts spinning at 9 p.m. Fridays. 26611 N. Dixie Hwy., Perrysburg. (419) 874-9058 or jjsperrysburg.com.

O John Barile and Bobby May: 8 p.m. Oct. 4.

Manhattan’s

Mutz @ The Oliver House This pub offers handcrafted brews … and live entertainment. 27 Broadway St. (419) 243-1302 or www.oh-maumeebaybrewingco.com.

O Open mic hosted by Breaking Ground: 10 p.m. Wednesdays.

O Karaoke: 10 p.m. Thursdays.

O DJs Aaron Brown and Nate Mattimoe: Saturdays.

O Radio Flier: 10 p.m. Sept. 30.

Denard Robinson, UM starting junior quarterback, helped lead the Wolverines to a 28-7 victory over San Diego State in front of a crowd of 110,707 at the Big House. Robinson rushed 21 times for 200 yards and three touchdowns and also threw for additional 93 yards through the air. The undefeated Wolverines start conference play next week as they host the Minnesota Gophers in Ann Arbor. We congratulate Denard Robinson and the Michigan Wolverines for their outstanding performance.

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One2 Lounge at Treo Music starts at 7:30 p.m. 5703 Main St., Sylvania. (419) 882-2266 or treosylvania.com.

O DJ Mattimoe: Sept. 29.

O The Staving Chain: Sept. 30.

O Andrew Ellis Duo: Oct. 1.

Ottawa Tavern Casual meals with weekend entertainment. 1815 Adams St. (419) 725-5483 or www.otavern.com.

O Desert Noises, Chris Bathgate & Band, J.W. Carlson & Band: 10 p.m. Oct. 7.

Our Brothers Place Take in a movie with margaritas on Mondays, or laugh at Thursday comedy nights … but music takes center stage most nights. 233 N. Huron St. www.ourbrothersplace.com.

O Wayne: Wednesdays.

O DJ Keith Success: Fridays.

O C.J. Manning & Friends: Saturdays.

O Karaoke with Walt McNeal: 4 p.m. Sundays.

O Andre Wright, Soul Creation: Tuesdays.

STAR @ the movies ‘Moneyball’

James A. Molnar, TFP Movie critic:

”This reviewer went in expecting a banal sports movie with an attempt at quickpaced action, but falling short of any real content or emotional connection.

On the contrary, ‘Moneyball’ intrigues and excites. … be sure to look for an appearance by the Toledo Mud Hens.”

Read the full review and watch the trailer:

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STAR is looking for movie reviews, 50 words or less. Send them to star@ toledofreepress.com or via Twitter @toledofreepress.

Get slices with a topping of entertainment. 519 Monroe St. (419) 244-7722 or www.pizzapapalis.com.

O Josh Whitney: Sept. 30.

O Elixer: Oct. 1.

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This sushi bar offers occasional entertainment to accompany the fishy dishes. 7130 Airport Hwy. (419) 720-9333 or spicytunasushi.com.

O Karaoke: 10 p.m. Saturdays.

O Tom Turner: 7-11 p.m. Sept. 29.

Upscale dining plus live entertainment is a welcome combination. 610 Monroe St. (419) 725-0044 or www.tableforty4.com.

O John Barile and Bobby May, Nine Lives: 6 p.m. Sept. 30.

O Calen Savidge: Oct. 1.

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ven though our nation has made great strides for the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Questioning and Allied (LGBTQA) community, we as a city are trailing severely behind.

Despite what the headlines read, hate is not only expressed in violent ways; it is expressed in even the most subtle of ways during our everyday lives. Hate is trying to convince me that I am a lesbian because I haven’t met the “right guy” yet. Hate Emily is cat-calling when I kiss my girlfriend goodbye or hold her hand. Hate is putting church pamphlets in my mailbox that tell me to burn in hell. Hate is being a man who says he will be the one to “turn me straight.”

While some of these experiences may sound familiar to others in the LGBTQA community across the country, they have significant meaning to me because it’s a small list of the various ways I have experienced hate within the City of Toledo.

Until recently, I would have just brushed these moments off, but where does that get our community? How does pretending hate does not exist advance my world or the world for my future children?

Since becoming active in and seeing the strength of Toledo’s LGBTQA community, I’ve realized that it is time to stand up for myself, to stand up for my friends and to stand up for those in our community who cannot speak up for themselves.

The fight for equality might not be an easy one in Ohio or even in Toledo, but I’m all in for the fight because I’m tired of feeling constantly ashamed. I’m tired of constantly having to put my head down or turn away when someone makes a negative comment about being gay. I am all in with the understanding that it won’t be an easy fight nor will it be a quick fight.

We will have to challenge religious beliefs. We will have to challenge the opinions and perceptions of our friends, coworkers and maybe even our family members. We will have to challenge entire media campaigns. We will also have the challenge of educating young children on the importance of equality and what it really means. We will have to publicly speak out against things we do not believe in, even if we stand alone.

When it gets difficult, I am going to forever remember the words of Franklin D. Roosevelt, who said, “When you come to the end of your rope, tie a knot and hang on.”

I encourage you to hang on with me and join in my

fight to erase hate. Join me by standing up against the small acts of hate that happen every day. It is through fighting the small acts and making the small steps forward that we can truly begin to see a positive change Please think before you hate. Don’t hide the meaning of “being gay” from your children, regardless of their age. Don’t assume that someone who identifies as bisexual is merely “confused.”

Don’t think that you know a transgendered person’s pronoun by their appearance. Don’t assume someone is a lesbian just because they are a female with short hair. Don’t let your friends joke by saying something is “so gay.”

By assuming, by saying, by doing, by not standing up against, you are merely contributing to our city, to our state, to our country and to our world taking a giant step backward in the fight for equality. O

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Emily Hickey is an advocate for the LGBTQA community through Toledo Pride and OutSKIRTS Toledo. For more information, visit www.toledopride. com or OutSKIRTS Toledo on Facebook.

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The Fall Plant Exchange, at which thousands of plants are given away, will take place at 10 a.m. Oct. 1.

Acording to a news release, “This free grassroots event is organized by gardeners who love to share their bounty with the community.”

Participants bring labeled plants and garden paraphernalia and receive tickets to exchange for new plants.

Drop-off starts at 9 a.m. in the parking lot of

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At 9:15 a.m., a free workshop on seed saving will take place in the shop.

At 10 a.m. the exchange begins.

For information, call (419) 243-4857.

Toledo’s Plant Exchange has taken place for the past seven years.

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n Sept. 25, it was announced that Disney’s 3-D release of “The Lion King” had won the box office weekend for the second straight week, earning more than $22 million. This brought its two-week gross for the re-release to more than $61 million dollars. Not bad for a 17-year-old movie in an animation style many have long JEFF since written off for dead.

Now, it can be argued that the addition of 3-D to the film adds a whole new dimension (no pun intended) to the movie’s appeal, and that can explain the surprisingly successful revival. Not a chance.

3-D has been dying a slow, agonizing death for many months, with traditional 2-D screenings outdrawing 3-D counterparts on a regular basis.

No, the appeal of revisiting “The Lion King” lies elsewhere. It was first released in 1994. Many of the kids who saw and loved that film when they were growing up have kids of their own now. What better way to experience the film’s majesty once more than to share it with a whole new generation?

But “Lion King” has an even greater appeal. The tale of Simba and the Pride Land is the pinnacle of an era of filmmaking — one which saw Disney re-establish the animated feature as a viable, successful form of cinema and reaffirm its artistic status.

In the 1980s, the feature-length cartoon was all but dead. In the decades since the passing of Walt Disney, the company which bore his name had let the form slip almost into oblivion. Sure, occasionally a title would break through the haze (“The Rescuers,” “The Great Mouse Detective”), but never with the success or impact of the features in animation’s golden era.

That began to change in 1988, with the release of the family film “Who Framed Roger Rabbit?” a supremely entertaining send-up of 1940s detective films and a valentine to generations of cartoons. It served for many as a reminder, a nostalgic taste of the past. The seed was planted. (It wouldn’t bloom for a bit, though — Disney’s next animated film, “Oliver and Company,” would receive tepid response from critics and the box office.)

In 1989, it all started to come together. In November of that year, Disney released “The Little Mermaid.” A high-energy, entertaining fantasy, filled with memorable characters and amazingly catchy songs, “Mermaid” would become the company’s biggest breakout hit in years. But it wasn’t just the kids who were catching on. Critics also praised the film as great entertainment and the rebirth of an art form.

It was only the beginning of the renaissance.

1991 would see the release of “Beauty and the Beast,” again a commercial and critical smash, and the first animated film to be nominated for Best Picture at the Academy Awards.

In 1992 came the wild comic romp “Aladdin.” The film wouldn’t quite achieve the same critical acclaim its predecessors did, but found remarkable success with audiences — and not just kids.

Something was changing.

Disney’s latest works were being seen by audiences of all ages. Suddenly, it wasn’t “childish” to watch a Disney animated flick — it was a cool thing to do.

It all came to a head in 1994, when “Lion King” grossed more than $300 million in America (barely edged out by “Forrest Gump” for the year’s highest-grossing film).

It was official: The animated feature was not only

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alive once more, it was triumphant.

But traditional animation, on its own, would never see that level of success again. There would be high points (“The Hunchback of Notre Dame,” for one), but almost as quickly as it arrived, the Disney renaissance would be usurped by another entity. Ironically, Disney itself delivered that new entity to the public: Pixar.

Only a year after “The Lion King,” Pixar Animation Studios released “Toy Story,” the first film created entirely via computer. Its success would set a new bar for the animated feature, and see traditional, hand-drawn, 2-D work ushered into a hasty, undeserved retirement.

This is not to blame Pixar for the death of the traditional format. No, the blame lies with the coin-counters who tell the public what they want (“Traditional animation is dead! You all want computer stuff!”) and consumers for going along with it.

It is not the animation style which draws viewers to the work. It is the characters, the story, the themes, the songs, the passion. “The Lion King” reminds viewers of an era of greatness.

And hopefully, it will inspire someone to ask, if it was that way once, why can’t it be again? O Email Jeff at PopGoesJeff@gmail.com.

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