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2 n WEDNESDAY, DEC. 22, 2010 / “You’re worth more dead than alive!” — MR. POTTER, “IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE.” TOLEDOFREEPRESS.COM

MUSIC: Swill Gates offers new Hip-Hop CD 5 ACT: Richardson on marketing art 6 THE PULSE: New Year’s Eve events 8 COMICS RACK: Samson’s mighty return 18 GOLD KNIGHT: A checklist of must-see Oscar contenders 19 ON THE ROX: New CDs just in time for gift-giving 20 POP GOES THE CULTURE: McGinnis on season’s greetings 22

Alyson Stoner • SWILL GATES • Kris Kringle • Stanley Cowell at TMA • HEATHER COOK of FOX Toledo • EL DEBARGE DEC. 22, 2010 • Episode 1 Chapter 42 • Toledo Free Press Star, Toledo, OH: “Every time a bell rings, an angel gets his wings.” — Zuzu, “It’s a Wonderful Life”

Fisher makes gritty mountain music in the city By Caitlin McGlade Toledo Free Press Staff Writer news@toledofreepress.com

After Michael Fisher left a high-stress job, music called him home. So he sat down at Happyland Studio in Waterville to record a solo album with unruly ideas and his guitar. At least 30 musicians, a collection of instruments and about five years later, “Grits and a Whistle” was born. You might have heard of the 38-year-old Toledo resident by way of the “Ugly Tribe Revival,” a heavy rock band that has thrashed about local stages for roughly four years. Fisher’s latest work is lighter on the ears but no less heavy on the soul. Fisher used to design programs for felons with personality disorders, working as a liaison between the criminal justice system and the social service system. His job, which could be dangerous at times, put him in touch with dark realities, he said. “I had to bleed some of those emotions out of me,” Fisher said. “This was kind of my way to vent that out of my system.” Fisher found an eclectic bunch to bleed with him. The 30-some musicians who tracked in and out of the recording studio came from a wide array of backgrounds. Bluegrass, country, heavy metal, R&B, Hip-Hop and Celtic-inspired artists wrote for Fisher’s project. He rounded up locals after years of networking. Fisher led open mic nights years ago and also set up a collective called “Fisher’s Kitchen,” in which musicians stayed in contact and bounced ideas back and forth via his website. Sewing everyone together for his album yielded sometimes shocking results for his pre-

imagined songs. “You know the term organized chaos — this was chaotic chaos,” Fisher said. Somehow that chaos eventually spun into an album, with a resounding mountain-music style tone. Fisher, who often takes off for mountain camping retreats to write, has always identified with southern culture, he said. His words about his skeptical faith in God, sins, reality and authenticity intertwine with wailing harmonicas, lackadaisical guitar riffs and banjo twangs. Fisher’s voice sounds more southern than northern Ohioan, with a dark, low, rustic growl rolling through each track. Ask Fisher and he’ll tell you he “sings like a Moon Pie.” But the album is hardly just mountain music. While Fisher grew up on Loretta Lynn and Johnny Cash, he also spent time with Pink Floyd and other classic rock bands. “I’m more of a stew than a steak,” Fisher said. “If Loretta Lynn had a baby with Rob Zombie and fostered it out to Lil’ Wayne, that kid would be me.” His album mirrors that mixture, as a figurative stew of Toledo talent. Brian Zientek, a local guitar player from the now-defunct band The Hazees, was one of the guests on “Grits and a Whistle.” He said the album represents a greater Toledo culture. “There’s just always been a lot of undiscovered original musical talent in Toledo,” Zientek said. “It’s important to recognize what’s right under our nose instead of always thinking about New York or Chicago or Seattle.” Fisher captured a snapshot of the local talent at the time, he said. Some of the artists in his album have moved, such as Craig Lyons, a mu-

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Michael Fisher says he ‘sings like a Moon Pie.’ PHOTO COURTESY MICHAEL FISHER

sician now in Los Angeles. He arranged and sang backup vocals for one of Fisher’s songs. Lyons credited the beginning of his musical success to Fisher’s open mic nights. Now he tours regularly, has been recognized by Billboard, the L.A. Times and other major media outlets and has had his music featured on major television networks. Lyons does not play mountain-style music but said he was free to input as much as he wanted, which is what many other guests did. “I don’t know how he made it work,” Lyons said. “That’s probably the most unique thing about this

album is the fact that it does work, while there’s still all this artistic freedom of all these artists.” E.J. Wells, who produced the album at Happyland Studio, didn’t know how the album would work until it was done either — years after Fisher started. Most artists record in a few months, Wells said. “Fisher is a nutcase in a good way,” Wells said. “He’s got all this energy and all these fragmented ideas and they’re shooting all over the place. He’s really like an artist more than he is a musician — his pallette is music.” O

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4 n WEDNESDAY, DEC. 22, 2010 / “What is it you want, Mary? ... You want the moon?” — George Bailey, “It’s a Wonderful Life” TOLEDOFREEPRESS.COM

Girl power By Kristen Criswell Toledo Free Press Special Sections Editor krapin@toledofreepress.com

Actress, singer and dancer Alyson Stoner is encouraging young girls to give back this holiday season and throughout the year. The Holland, Ohio, native makes an appearance in a web series episode, “Girl Power,” that discusses the importance of getting involved and making a difference. The episode, which is part of BeingGirl.com’s show “Talk It Out,” went online Dec. 13. “I think there is always an opportunity to get involved,” Stoner told Toledo Free Press in a phone interview. “There’s always a need somewhere, in small ways or large. When you’re blessed to have two working hands and feet ... you have them so you can serve others.” Stoner, who is passionate in her faith, encourages girls to be the light in their community that sparks others to get involved. Individuals can help in women’s shelters or soup kitchens, or they can explore other ways of giving back, Stoner said. “It’s important to not feel age is a hindrance,” Stoner said. “Build a vision and create an action plan and work toward goals each and every day.” Stoner always carries a box of food in her car in case she comes across someone who is homeless so she can give them something to eat, she said. Additionally, Stoner and her mom just completed gift baskets of toiletries to pass out for the holidays. “My perspective of the world is I have a glass that’s half full. I’m very grateful and privileged to be in the position I’m in and be used in God’s plan to help others,” she said. Although she is only 17 years old, Stoner finds herself being a role model for many young girls around the country. This year Stoner participated in Disney’s “The Magic of Healthy Living” campaign, appearing in public service announcements with other Disney Channel stars and First Lady Michelle Obama. In addition to Disney’s healthy living cause, Stoner has her own cause she promotes — selfrespect among young girls. Growing up, Stoner dealt with her own issues with self-image and selfrespect, so the cause is important to her, she said. “I speak to encourage and empower girls to cel-

NW Ohio native Alyson Stoner reaches out to young girls. ebrate who we are. Each woman is a treasure and a gem. We each have something unique.” Stoner has been involved with the entertainment industry for many years, appearing in everything from Missy Elliot music videos as a dancer to a recurring role on “The Suite Life of Zack and Cody.” Stoner’s favorite project was “Step Up 3D” because it posed new challenges, she said. It was cool, too, to see each scene played back instantly in 3-D, Stoner said. Stoner also enjoyed her time on the “Cheaper by the Dozen” set because there were so many other kids, she said. During that project Stoner had the chance to learn from Steve Martin and Bonnie Hunt as well. Stoner just wrapped up a worldwide tour with the Jonas Brothers and cast of “Camp Rock 2,” which was a lot of fun, she said. “Touring is a unique lifestyle; traveling overnight on the plane, then performing three hours a night with high adrenaline,” she said. “Each performance has many highs and lows, but I’m thankful for each. I learned so much about performing.” Stoner also enjoyed traveling and performing in different states and countries because she got to see performances through their eyes, she said. Currently, Stoner lends her voice to the recurring character Isabella on the show “Phineas and Ferb.” Stoner said working in an animated role she gets to surrender all her inhibitions and act wacky, often jumping around the studio. “It’s so neat to tell a story through your voice. On camera many actors try to tell a story without speaking. [For ‘Phineas and Ferb’] there’s only a microphone to capture what you share,” she said. Stoner said she enjoys watching the shows after they’re completed to see how all the components came together. “I’m one small minuscule detail of the show. I love to see the animators work. They make magic with their hands each and every day,” she said. In the future, Stoner is looking forward to developing a music career and securing her own sound, she said. Although she is currently singing for a targeted audience, Stoner said she’d explore any genre from folk and soul to pop. For more about Stoner, visit her official website at www.alysonstoner.com. O

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Smooth delivery Swill Gates took his time recording new CD. By Mighty Wyte TOLEDO FREE PRESS STAR STAFF WRITER star@toledofreepress.com

“Everybody Hates Chris,” the latest and perhaps greatest album from Toledo’s heavyweight artist Swill Gates, is the perfect Christmas gift for Toledo’s Hip-Hop scene. If “everybody” refers to Gates’ competition then it’s easy to hear why he’s so hated. With production by Scott Lindsey from Big Bald Head Entertainment, DJ Mpress from Soulbeat Music Group and Corey Jones from Space Stacey Productions, Gates has made sure to pack two albums worth of genius into 12 tracks. Hip-Hop fans who miss lyrical content and beats that get the head noddin’ will find this album fresh yet familiar. With a delivery that is as smooth as it is potent, Gates’ cadence and feel is authentic and overflowing with character. Interludes and comedic punch lines keep the album moving with ease and Gates makes sure to balance dominance with a humble, not-too-serious focus. Gates, amongst the top tier of Toledo talent, cleverly weaves metaphors and analogies with comedic and socially relevant content, commanding attention.

“This is my first album as a solo artist,” Gates said. “I didn’t want to come with nothing wack, so I took my time. I was with The Basix since ’03 and my partners moved to Columbus. I was the only one left here and as time went on people were telling me to do my thing.” After a year of production and writing, “Everybody Hates Chris” was complete and immediately generated talk among Hip-Hop fans. “This is the first time I’ve had top-notch confidence in anything I’ve done,” Gates said. His confidence is justified. From start to finish, the album clearly demonstrates lyrical prowess and an ear for authentic Hip-Hop. “There’s a difference between Hip-Hop and Rap,” Gates said. “Everything out now is Rap; Rap is mainstream and they’re all followers, there are no leaders. Hip-Hop is a way of life. The mainstream rappers just dress like they’re Hip-Hop.” Regardless of how you differentiate Rap and Hip-Hop, Gates entertains and keeps the listener’s finger on the rewind button. “I define success as having peace of mind about whatever your craft is,” Gates said. “People think it’s about money, cars and clothes, but real success comes when you have confidence in what you do.” O

Local artist Swill Gates says his new CD is Hip-Hop, not Rap. PHOTO COURTESY SWILL GATES

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6 n WEDNESDAY, DEC. 22, 2010 / “Why do we have to have all these kids?” — GEORGE BAILEY, “IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE” TOLEDOFREEPRESS.COM

The art (and business) of living I

recently had a birthday and needed to renew my driver’s license. Besides dinner at the Beirut, going to the License Bureau was the highlight of my day. I’m serious. Since it was my birthday, I allowed myself to fantasize in symbolic terms all day and considered this an important activity involving philosophical renewal and the beginning of my next exciting year. It also removed the looming responsibility from above my head, which was just a simple relief. I think it was around my third year of college that my dad stated so forgivingly, “Daughter, you are better at the art of living than you are the business of it.” I believe that may have had to do with past-due parking tickets he would periodically receive from Kent State University, having rarely parked his own car there. So, the fact that I am about to discuss various kinds of licensing and business obligations is, no doubt, making him snicker. Please don’t look for dollars and sense (or cents) in the following argument. Let’s look at it like an artist. Along with my driver’s license, I also have a busking license. Busking is a fancy word for street performing. This past summer, The Arts Commission of Greater Toledo (ACGT) sponsored the licenses of myself and somewhere around 20 other performers

ACGT plans Well-Fed Artist workshop on marketing.

on this issue that would so we could each set up say artists are subversive on sidewalks and play almost by default and that during various events playing music on a sidewalk or just whenever we felt shouldn’t require any kind like it and maybe finish of bureaucratic control. And with a few legal dollars in our let’s not forget how fun it can respective tip jars. be to “Damn the man!” I’m already calling back I’m even a little surto days in July and August prised at myself for falling when my guitar and I would on this side of the fence. run into Ben Langlois and I’m sure it’s because it is his accordion on a Saturday evidence of a solid layer for a few tunes on South St. of brick on top of an alClair Street. The prospect of ready strong foundation repeating that next summer Rachel Toledo has built by being is what is getting me through a city populated with artthis winter. Which reminds ists who are really, actually me, I need to renew my creating art all the time busking license soon. Not and really, actually trying because I think anyone will to make a living doing it. ever ask to see it or because I Which brings me to an area am in any danger of punI know very little about ishment for not having — making money as an it renewed, but because artist. Just because I’m lousy it lends legitimacy to the idea that musicians and other performers are at it, though, doesn’t mean other artists should taken seriously around here and are respected be. And in true ACGT form, the commission is also lending its support and expertise to visual as a valuable class with valuable skills. I do recognize the other school of thought artists who seek to sell their work. The Well-

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Fed Artist Workshop series is a resource for local artists which provides free education in topics such as marketing and pricing. They also recently presented a workshop on how to get a vendor’s license. So, again, conceptually as well as very practically, the creative class is being recognized as producers of a valid service in that they are part of the local economic structure. Toledo is not kidding around. We take our art seriously and we take good care of our artists. As is the Toledo way (and no ACT column would be complete without mention of) the activists are also being well taken care of. The Center for Nonprofits Resources is constantly offering workshops in board development as well as fundraising and marketing for local nonprofits. It’s as if art and activism are automatically built into the culture and the big guys really want to see the little guys succeed. They will do whatever they can to help. More of that support and cooperation I’m always singing “Kumbaya” about. O Rachel Richardson is an activist, musician, cofounder and co-director of Independent Advocates, and a product of Toledo, Ohio. E-mail her at star@toledofreepress.com.

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“I wanna live again!” — GEORGE BAILEY, “IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE” TOLEDOFREEPRESS.COM / WEDNESDAY, DEC. 22, 2010 n 7

Camille Harmon, 2, tells Santa what she’d like for Christmas. TOLEDO FREE PRESS PHOTO BY CHARLIE LONGTON

The legend An interview with Santa Claus at Westfield. By Jeff McGinnis Toledo Free Press Star Staff Writer PopGoesJeff@gmail.com

No matter how old you are, there’s always something magical about meeting Santa Claus. He emerges from behind a door at Westfield Franklin Park, looking resplendent in his red coat and carrying a cane. He walks to a beautiful area that’s been prepared for him in the mall, right in front of Macy’s. Between preparing for his trip around the world on Christmas Eve and listening to the requests of hundreds, if not thousands, of children here at Westfield between now and Dec. 25, the legendary Saint Nicholas has his hands full. And yet, Santa was kind enough to grant Toledo Free Press Star a rare interview in the middle of his busiest month. As he sat in his large and comfy chair, cane off to one side, coat neatly hung next to him, he smiled as he thought of the kids he sees every day. “It’s just their smiling faces, the beautiful children. They come to see me, and they’ve been coming to see me for a long time. I’ve become accustomed to children, and I get to see them grow up through the years. And it’s just the love they have.” He said his daily routine at Westfield is only part of a much bigger month of activity. “I come in and meet with the children, then at breaks, I call the North Pole and check on the toy production, make sure the elves load the sleigh in the correct order and I review the naughty and nice list to make sure kids are staying on the nice list. At night, Mrs. Claus and I drink hot cocoa and rejoice at all the toy production.”

The elves must certainly have their hands full this year — kids aren’t asking for a wooden horse or jack-in-the-box much anymore. Santa said his most requested gifts this year are an iPod Touch or a Nintendo DSi. Quite a far cry from the traditional gifts one imagines Santa’s helpers crafting. Sometimes, though, the children don’t ask for anything at all. “It is exciting when the children are so excited in line to see me, then when they come around the corner and see me, they sometimes scream bloody murder and go running back to Mom and Dad,” he said. “Often I can soothe them and calm them down enough to get a picture with me. Sometimes, the pouting faces are the best memories.” It’s not just kids who visit Saint Nick at Westfield, however. “I also have a brother and sister who visit me every year even though they are well into their 30s, as well as a group of breast cancer survivors who celebrate each Christmas with a picture with me. A child is never too old to see Santa,” he said. “Earlier this year, a couple that had been married for 60 years had their photo taken with me.” And kids don’t ask just for presents, of course. Any child who meets Santa is sure to be loaded with questions. “My favorite request was when a foster child asked for his foster parents to adopt him during Christmas,” he said. Do any of the kids ask if they can pull his beard? He smiled. “No, they don’t ask, they just do that.” And an answer to the question that everyone has wondered — what does Santa do Dec. 26, when everything is finally done? “Rest. Just rest and take it easy. Reminisce, think about the things that have happened. And make plans for next year.” O

8 . n WEDNESDAY, DEC. 22, 2010 / “Boys and girls and music. Why do they need gin?” — Annie, “It’s A WOnderful Life” TOLEDOFREEPRESS.COM

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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 X Burlesque â&#x20AC;&#x153;Xâ&#x20AC;?mas Show: 9 p.m. Dec. 18, $15. O Gloria Gaynor, Sister Sledge: 8 p.m. Dec. 30, $30.

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Blind Pig A variety of rock, soul, pop and alternative acts perform at this bar. 208 S. First St., Ann Arbor, Mich. $3-$20 unless noted. (734) 996-8555 or blindpigmusic.com. O The Finer Things, We Set Sail, Luke Jackson: 9:30 p.m. Dec. 22. O Suicide by Cop, 7 Chakraz, the Jobys, Duke Nukem: 9:30 p.m. Dec. 23. O The Appleseed Collective, Nathan K.: 9:30 p.m. Dec. 29. O Wolfie Complex, Third Coast Kings, Jake Allen: 9:30 p.m. Dec. 30.

Cheetahâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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.

DĂŠgagĂŠ Jazz CafĂŠ Signature drinks, such as pumpkin martinis, plus live local jazz performers. 301 River Road, Maumee. $5 Tuesdays-Thursdays. (419) 794-8205 or www. degagejazzcafe.com. O Gene Parker & Friends: Dec. 22 and 29. O Cynthia Kaay Bennett: Dec. 23. O Michael Peslikis: Dec. 28. O Jason Quick: Dec. 30.

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Karaoke is offered Tuesdays, but paid entertainers rock out Wednesdays-Saturdays. 4311 Heatherdowns Blvd. (419) 382-1444 or www.thedistilleryonline.com. O Nathan Cogan: Dec. 22 and 29. O 56 Daze: Dec. 23. O DJ Party: Dec. 24 and 30. O Nine Lives: Dec. 25. O Greg Aranda: Dec. 28.

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Ronn Daniels performs weekly at this pub. 8-11 p.m. Thursdays, 141 Main St. (419) 697-6297 or www. toledomainstreet.com.

The Toledo tradition has moved to a new site, but aims to retain all the “holidays in motion” joy. 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Mondays-Saturdays and 11 a.m-8 p.m. Sundays through Dec. 30, Tam-o-Shanter, 7060 Sylvania Ave., Sylvania. $2-$5. (419) 885-1167, ext. 313, or www.playsylvania.com.

present and future and offer tips for creating and decorating at home. 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Tuesdays-Sundays (until 8 p.m. Wednesdays) through Jan. 6, University of Michigan Matthaei Botanical Gardens conservatory, 1800 N. Dixboro Road, Ann Arbor. (734) 647-7600 or www.lsa.umich.edu/mbg.

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This Toledo tradition, now celebrating its 25th year, is all about illumination — a million lights, lighted animal images, dancing lights — as well as ice-carving, model trains, visits with Santa (through Dec. 23; photo packages may be purchased) and more seasonal activities. 5-9 p.m. Mondays-Thursdays; 5-10 p.m. Fridays-Sundays through Dec. 31 (closed Dec. 24-25); gates close an hour before. Toledo Zoo, 2700 Broadway. $7$10. (419) 385-4040 or toledozoo.org.

“The spirit of holidays past is revived” with an operating 12-foot by 24-foot, three-tier layout and model trains in styles relating to the life of 19th U.S. President Rutherford B. Hayes; visitors can act as engineers. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays and noon-5 Sundays through Jan. 9, Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Center, Spiegel Grove, Hayes and Buckland avenues, Fremont. $3-$7.50. (419) 332-2081, (800) 998-7737 or www.rbhayes.org. O Horse-drawn sleigh rides: 1-4 p.m. Dec. 26 and 28-31; $3.

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O “Ugly Xmas Sweater” dance party: 9 p.m. Dec. 23. O The Statements, Green Means Go, Frank and Jesse, Joey and the Traitors, the Rooftops: 7 p.m. Dec. 26.

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Tunes combined with pizza and booze, some would say it’s a perfect combination. 309 Conant St., Maumee. (419) 8937281, (419) 740-2395 or www.villageidiotmaumee.com. O Old West End Records: Wednesdays. O Mark Mikel: Friday afternoons and Tuesday nights. O Bob Rex: Sunday afternoons. O Frankie May, Ben Barefoot: Mondays.

Morrison: 9 p.m. Dec. 30.

Ice Restaurant & Bar This local, family-owned enterprise offers food, drinks and music in a sleek atmosphere. 405 Madison Ave. (419) 246-3339 or icerestaurantandbar.com. O Herbie Russ: 5 p.m. Dec. 23. O Athena Johnson: 9:49 p.m. Dec. 30.

Mickey Finn’s A variety of genres to wash your drinks down with. Open mic nights, 9 p.m. Wednesdays, no cover; $5-$7 cover other nights. 602 Lagrange St. (419) 246-3466 or www.mickeyfinnspub.com. O SS Fame: 8:30 p.m. Dec. 23. O Soldier Side: 8:30 p.m. Dec. 24. O Exit 59: 8:30 p.m. Dec. 30.

Murphy’s Place Jazz — straight, smooth, bebop or traditional — all kinds are played here. 151 Water St. $4, unless stated otherwise. (419) 241-7732 or www.murphysplacejazz.com. O Clifford Murphy and Claude Black: 8 p.m. Dec. 22, 24, 27-29. O Ron Oswanski, Mark Keiswetter, Dan Faehnle, Kurt Kranke: 8 and 10 p.m. Dec. 26.

Ottawa Tavern Casual meals with weekend entertainment. 1815 Adams St. (419) 725-5483 or www.otavern.com. O Wait, Wait ... Don’t Touch Me: 10 p.m. Dec. 26. O Dick Models, Don Trust, DJ G33KD OUT: 10 p.m. Dec. 28.

Yeeha’s Country and rock with a little “Coyote Ugly” style. 3150 Navarre Ave., Oregon. (419) 691-8880 or www.yeehas.com. O Brave Youngster: Dec. 25.

Jeff McDonald’s Big Band Revival Party 8 p.m. Thursdays, South Briar Restaurant, 5147 S. Main St., Sylvania. (419) 517-1111 or (419) 708-0265.

Jeff McDonald’s Big Band All Stars Dancing is encouraged. 8-10:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Trotter’s Tavern, 5131 Heatherdowns Blvd. (419) 381-2079 or (419) 708-0265.

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Santa’s Winter Wonderland The Man in Red will be available for snapshots. Noon-8 p.m. (break 3:45-4:45 p.m.) through Dec. 23; 9 a.m.-5 p.m. (break 1-1:45 p.m.) Dec. 24, Shops at Fallen Timbers Lake District Kiosk, 3100 Main St., Maumee. (419) 8786255 or www.theshopsatfallentimbers.com.

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Family Winter Festival A trackless 34-foot-long train will offer rides through the mall, kids can experience the “Bubble Blaster 3000,” plus other rides and adventures. Noon-5 p.m. Sundays and 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Mondays-Saturdays through Dec. 31 (closed Dec. 25), Woodland Mall, 1234 N. Main St., Bowling Green. (419) 266-5607 or www.woodlandbg.com.

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Dr. Thomas Clark, a retired orthopedic surgeon, is known throughout the region for his detailed paper snowflakes. His version of “The Twelve Days of Christmas” and other examples of his work will be on display. He’ll hold a workshop 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Dec. 28, working one-on-one with visitors and sharing his tips for creating a winter wonderland out of paper. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays and Dec. 27; noon-5 p.m. Sundays through Jan. 2 (closed Dec. 24-25 and Jan. 1), Imagination Station, Summit and Adams streets. $6.50-$8.50. (419) 244-2674 or imagination stationtoledo.org. O Holiday Happenings: The Science Studio will offer “cool” activities for the winter break, including making liquid nitrogen ice cream and ice castle construction. Dec. 26-Jan. 2.

Hands-on art activities for children. Noon-5:30 p.m. Sundays and 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2445 Monroe St. (419) 255-8000 or www.toledomuseum.org. O Wish Upon a Star: Dec. 23

Scrooge, Tiny Tim and the gang demonstrate the ability to change for the better in this adaptation of Charles Dickens’ classic. 8 p.m. Dec. 22-23, Meadow Brook Theatre, Oakland University, 2200 N. Squirrel Road, Rochester, Mich. $25$40. (248) 377-3300 or www.mbtheatre.com.

Holidays in Henry Ford Museum A giant Christmas tree is decked with American-made ornaments, children can visit with Santa (11 a.m.-4 p.m. Mondays-Thursdays and 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Fridays-Sundays, through Dec. 24) and drop off their wish lists, and a Lego train layout and other displays will be open, as well as a construction zone. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily through Jan. 2, Henry Ford Museum & Greenfield Village, 20900 Oakwood Blvd., Dearborn, Mich. $11-$15; $5 parking. (313) 982-6001, (800) 835-5237 or www.thehenryford.org.

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“A Charlie Brown Christmas” A kid dissatisfied with his peers’ views of Christmas learns the meaning of the holiday; the program will be repeated all afternoon. Noon-5 p.m. Dec. 23, Children’s Place, Wood County District Public Library, 251 N. Main St., Bowling Green. (419) 352-5104 or wcdpl.lib.oh.us.

Holiday Dinner Party Estar Cohen and Power of the Plume will provide entertainment. 6-8 p.m. Dec. 23, the Happy Badger, 331 N. Main St., Bowling Green. (419) 352-0706 or www.happybadger.com.

A Canterbury Christmas Trinity’s Canterbury Choir will perform a musical prelude, including Vivaldi’s Gloria, to the 11 a.m. Mass. 10:30 p.m. Dec. 24, Trinity Episcopal Church, 1 Trinity Plaza. (419) 2431231 or www.trinitytoledo.org.

Secret of the Star The star of Bethlehem and other traditions of the season will be explained. 2 p.m. Dec. 24, BGSU Planetarium, Room 112, Physical Sciences Lab Building, near North College Drive and East Merry Avenue, Bowling Green. $1. (419) 372-8666 or physics.bgsu.edu/planetarium.

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“Love Actually” The relationships between a diverse group of people are revealed in the weeks leading up to Christmas. 7 p.m. Dec. 26, Croswell Opera House, 129 E. Maumee St., Adrian. $2$5. (517) 264-7469 or www.croswell.org.

Home for the Holidays patron appreciation

Cookies and cocoa will be offered in thanks for library visits. A lucky entrant will win a bag of books. 3-7 p.m. Dec. 28, Maumee Branch Library, 501 River Road, Maumee. (419) 259-5360 or www.toledolibrary.org.

Partners in Fun Children 3-4 and their adults will take part in art projects. 10-11 a.m. Tuesdays, 577 Foundation, 577 E. Front St., Perrysburg. $5 a session. Registration: (419) 874-4174 or www.577foundation.org. O Snowmen: Dec. 28.

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NEW YEAR’S EVE

Christmas & Pre-New Year’s Dance Party Mr. and Miss Clause will hand out chocolate kisses and take photos with attendees; also planned are a white elephant gift exchange and prizes. 5-9 p.m. Dec. 26, Gladieux Meadows, 4480 Heatherdowns Blvd. $10. (734) 856-8963 or www.toledosingles.com.

Noon Year’s Eve The Toledo Zoo will host an earlier party for families, complete with crafts, ice carving, apple juice toasts, singing, “rezoolutions,” animal enrichment demonstrations and the rising of a ball at the stroke of noon. Festivities, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.; zoo hours, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Dec. 31, 2700 Broadway. $8-$11. (419) 385-4040 or toledozoo.org. (Zoo open 10 am to 4 pm)

New Year’s Eve shows O The Fred Eaglesmith Travelling Show: 8 p.m. Dec. 31, the Ark, 316 S. Main St., Ann Arbor. $25. (734) 761-1451, (734) 761-1800 or www.theark.org. O Nine Lives: Dec. 31, the Blarney Irish Pub, 601 Monroe St. (419) 418-2339 or www.theblarneyirishpub.com. O The Bang! 9:30 p.m. Dec. 31, the Blind Pig, 208 S. First St., Ann Arbor. $15 unless noted. (734) 996-8555 or blindpigmusic.com. O Crucial 420 Reggae: Dec. 31, Bronze Boar, 20 S. Huron St. (419) 244-2627 or www.bronzeboar.com.

O DJ Mensa: 9:30 p.m. Dec. 31, Caesars Windsor Colosseum, 377 Riverside Dr. East, Windsor, Ontario. $25. (800) 991-7777 or www.caesarswindsor.com. O Live! From Chicago: 8 p.m. Dec. 31, Croswell Opera House, 129 E. Maumee St., Adrian. $42-$100. (517) 2647469 or www.croswell.org. O Kelly Broadway: Dec. 31, Degage Jazz Cafe, 301 River Road, Maumee. (419) 794-8205 or www. degagejazzcafe.com. O 56 Daze: Dec. 31, the Distillery, 4311 Heatherdowns Blvd. (419) 382-1444 or www.thedistilleryonline.com. O Tantric Soul: 9:30 p.m. Dec. 31, Fat Fish Blue, Levis Commons, 6140 Levis Commons Blvd., Perrysburg. $12. (419) 931-3474 or fatfishfunnybonetoledo.com. O Science of Big Machines, the Damn Dirty Band: 10 p.m. Dec. 31, Ottawa Tavern, 1815 Adams St. (419) 725-5483 or www.otavern.com. O Swagg: Dec. 31, Yeeha’s, 3150 Navarre Ave., Oregon. (419) 691-8880 or www.yeehas.com.

New Year’s Eve with Hit the Lights The Comeback will open for Hit the Lights, and Ian “The Wildman” Divine will rock the second stage. Champagne and food will be supplied, too. 8 p.m. Dec. 31, Frankie’s, 308 Main St. $15-$20. (419) 693-5300 or www.FrankiesInnerCity.com.

Big Band New Year’s Eve Ball Johnny Knorr and his Orchestra will offer music for dancing, plus a buffet dinner, Latin dance show and champagne toast. 7 p.m. Dec. 31, Stranahan Great Hall, 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd. $55. Reservations: (419) 697-7612 or johnnyknorr.com.

New Year’s Eve Celebration Dancing, entertainment by It’s Essential, party favors and a champagne toast are planned for post-dining celebration. 6 p.m. dinner service; 9 p.m. entertainment ($10), Dec. 31, Manhattan’s, 1516 Adams St. Reservations: (419) 243-6675 or www.manhattanstoledo.com.

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Shrimp cocktail and step lessons will be followed by dinner prepared by LaScola Italian Grill and dancing. Appetizers, a raffle, balloon drop, favors and champagne toast are planned, too. 6:30 p.m. Dec. 31, Sommerset Hall, 2458 Tremainsville Road. $25-$55. (419) 475-3055 or www.thedanceclinic.com.

New Year’s Eve Train “Ring in the New Year on the Old Road,” a train ride featuring a five-course dinner, holiday murder mystery and toast to Father Time. 7:30 p.m. Dec. 31, Old Road Dinner Train’s depot, 301 E. Adrian St., Blissfield. $80. (888) 467-2451 or www.murdermysterytrain.com.

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Back to the Future New Year’s Eve Party DJs Boomer on the Radio and Manny will play hits from the ’80s to this year. Appetizers and a champagne toast are part of the fun. 9 p.m. Dec. 31, Clazel Theater, 127 N. Main St., Bowling Green. $15-$25. (419) 353-5000 or www.clazel.net.

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The first show features a Creole-style buffet beforehand. 7 ($48) and 10 p.m. ($30) Dec. 31, Funny Bone, 6140 Levis Commons Blvd., Perrysburg. Reservations: (419) 931-3474 or www.funnybonefatfishtoledo.com.

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Holiday Inns French Quarter is offer a holiday packages for adults including seafood and prime rib dinner buffet, champagne toasts and entertainment by Remedy, Green Eyed Soul, NightLine. 3 p.m. Dec. 31-1 p.m. Jan. 1, 10630 Fremont Pike, Perrysburg. Prices start at $299 for two and include overnight accommodations. (419) 874-3111, (888) 874-2592 or www.hifq.com.

Integration Yoga Jenn McCullough and friends will lead participants through this practice, believed to foster peace, contemplation and enlightenment. 7-9 p.m. Dec. 31, Crossroads at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 2272 Collingwood Blvd. Donations will benefit Aurora House, for homeless women and kids. (419) 266-9642, www. integrationyogastudio.com or www.auroraprojectinc.org.

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Extra Stout will perform at this two-celebration party, featuring toasts when the clock strikes in Ireland as well as here. 7 p.m. Dec. 31, Claddagh Irish Pub, Sylvania Avenue side of Westfield Franklin Park, 5001 Monroe St. Reservations: (419) 472-1414 or www.claddaghirishpubs.com.

This new hot spot has its New Year’s bases covered, from a buffet and open bar (till midnight) to a champagne toast, balloon drop and DJ. 9 p.m. Dec. 31, Bar Louie, 4105 Levis Commons Blvd., Perrysburg. $75. (419) 874-9774 or www. barlouieamerica.com.

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A Broadway fan becomes part of the show in this tribute to Roaring ’20s musicals; this special performance will include post-show appetizers, drinks and dessert with the cast and crew, as well as champagne at midnight. 9 p.m. Dec. 31, Performance Network, 120 E. Huron St., Ann Arbor, Mich. $75. (734) 663-0681 or www.performancenetwork.org.

New Year’s Eve with Tim Kidd The comedian will perform two shows; the second will include a buffet, party favors, champagne toast, DJ and dancing. 7:30 ($21) and 10:30 ($55-$90) p.m. Dec. 31, Connxtions Comedy Club, 5319 Heatherdowns Blvd. Reservations: (419) 867-9041 or www.connxtionscomedyclub.com.

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New Year’s Eve Bash Celebrate the passing of the year and ring in the new with music, an appetizer buffet, midnight champagne and “the first meal of 2011: 1 a.m. breakfast.” 10:30 p.m. Dec. 31, Treo Restaurant & Bar, 5703 Main St., Sylvania. $25. (419) 882-2266 or www.treosylvania.com. O

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Playing a concert in Toledo is always special for Stanley Cowell. This time the pianist has two very different gigs lined up in his hometown — and he’ll share the spotlight at one show with his daughter. “Toledo has been very supportive of my career since the beginning,” Cowell said. “There is an appreciation there, and I always enjoy seeing old friends, and I hope I can continue to do them proud.” Growing up in the Glass City, Cowell learned to read SUNNY COWELL music by age 3, thanks to his sisters who played piano. “[My sisters] took me to their teacher, Mary Belle Shealy, and she wouldn’t take me until I was 4 when my feet could reach the pedals. So I waited six months or so and went

back and I could reach the pedals because I had long legs, and that began my formal study and I took to it.” Oh, and there was that visit from Art Tatum. “It was an indelible impression that [Tatum] slammed into my forehead and my ears by playing at my house when I was 6 years old,” Cowell recalled and laughed during a call from his Maryland home. “He and my father knew each other when they were kids, and he came by to visit. “It was such powerful playing, it obviously affected me. Years later, it kind of rolled off the top of my head at a recording studio, where I was asked to do a solo number I had not intended to do. It was a trio recording, and I just started playing and the tape was rolling, and there it was, the piece he had actually played at my house, ‘You Took Advantage of Me’ by Rodgers and Hart.” Cowell has played keys for Miles Davis, Stan Getz, Herbie Mann and others, and has numerous recordings as a leader and a sideman. After a decade away from the recording studio, the respected composer was lured back by the chance to work with his daughter, Sunny. “The record business has been really strange, and I kind of backed off for a while purposely, and I was focusing on education where I teach,” said Cowell, a professor and chair of jazz at Rutgers

University. “I think that the progress my daughter makes when she approaches a project with me inspired me to want to go back to the studio.” The recently released result: “Prayer for Peace.” Sunny is featured as a vocalist and violist. “She’s a very consistent performer with surprises of her own,” Cowell said. “She’s a creative person and a natural musician even though that’s not her total focus at this point.” “When I perform with my dad, I learn so much,” Sunny, a first-year law student at the University of Maryland, wrote in an e-mail during exam week. “He is critical but endearing when we practice and perform together. “Although I always knew he had a lot to offer as both a professional musician and professor, I feel like I am finally at the age when I can appreciate and benefit the most from his extensive knowledge and experience.” Cowell will perform with the Toledo Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Jeffrey Pollock at 8 p.m. Jan. 7 at the Toledo Museum of Art Peristyle Theatre. The concert will celebrate the orchestra’s upcoming trip to Carnegie Hall. Tickets are $20 to $60. Cowell and his daughter will join bassist Clifford Murphy and drummer Renell Gonsalves for a CD release party at Murphy’s Place, 151 Water St., at 7 p.m. Jan. 8. Admission is $15 and includes appetizers. O

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N’Yark, N’Yark: Mighty Samson returns By Jim Beard Toledo Free Press Star Staff Writer star@toledofreepress.com

“The Mighty Samson” claims quite a pedigree among comic book series. Launched in 1964 by the now-defunct Gold Key Comics, the book was canceled in 1969, revived in 1972, canceled again in 1976 but revived once more for a single issue in 1982; that last hurrah was sold in one of those plastic bags where you got a couple of comics for a pittance. This month, Dark Horse Comics revives the apocalypse-laden barbarian after a 25-year hiatus for a brand-new trek through the radioactive wilderness, with comics legend Jim Shooter on writing chores. Jim Collins of JC’s Comic Stop digs “The Mighty Samson” No. 1 and wants you to give it a try. “It tells the story of a mutant — if we may call him that — born 500 years after the end of the world,” he ’splains. “This is a very barbaric world in which mankind must try to survive. The

story takes place in what was New York City, now known as N’Yark; Samson’s tribe is shown having to pay tribute to a savage, stronger warlike tribe. They are brutally attacked by this tribe and as a newborn, Samson rips off the finger of the warrior threatening his mother.” The book also gifts you with a reprint of the very first “Mighty Samson” tale from 1964. In that same gift-giving spirit, Collins has another little gem to recommend — though it’s perhaps not exactly a holiday classic. Welcome to the world of DC’s “Preacher,” a mature readersonly story of a demon-possessed holy man on a trek across America. “This was without a doubt, my favorite series at the time [of its original publication],” Collins said. “Written by Garth Ennis and with art by Steve Dillon, Steve Pugh and Carlos Ezquerra, ‘Preacher’ read like a Quentin Tarantino film: brutal, explosive and shocking. It grabbed you by the throat and demanded your full attention. Do yourself a huge favor and pick up the new ‘Preacher Book 3’ collection and join the congregation.” O

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5. “The Kids Are All Right” Annette Bening and Julianne Moore star as a lesbian couple whose two teenagers — conceived via artificial insemination — seek out their biological father (Mark Ruffalo). Adding the new dynamic to the family creates tension and change and a story worth seeing. (No rating+) Where to find: On DVD, Blu-ray and Netflix.

6. “The King’s Speech” The much-talked-about British royalty drama chronicles George VI (Colin Firth), who struggles to overcome a severe stutter as he claims the throne. A speech therapist (Geoffrey Rush) helps the new king find his voice to rally his nation for war. (No rating+) Where to find: Rave Levis Commons beginning Dec. 25.*

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9. “True Grit” The latest film from Joel and Ethan Coen — Academy Award-winning directors of “No Country for Old Men” — finds a U.S. marshal with “true grit” (Jeff Bridges) and another lawman (Matt Damon) helping a young girl track her father’s killer into hostile Indian territory. The Western-style movie is an adaptation of Charles Portis’ original novel. (No rating+) Where to find: Rave Franklin Park, Levis Commons and Fallen Timbers.*

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Oscar nominations will be announced Tuesday, Jan. 25, 2011. Expect most of these films to be recognized. O Toledo Free Press Star Lead Designer James A. Molnar blogs about all things Oscar at thegoldknight.blogspot.com. His column will appear online and in print periodically.

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Early awards are being doled out and nominations announced. Critics’ circles have named their best films of the year, Top 10 lists and other kudos. The Golden Globe and Screen Actors Guild Awards nominations were announced. It’s the perfect time to gather with family and friends and watch some of the best movies of the year that could win Oscar gold. To that end, here is an alphabetized checklist of possible Best Picture nominees for the Academy Awards and where to find them:

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t’s the most wonderful time of the year …for music releases! This is what the industry calls the fourth quarter. It is the end of the year when an onslaught of music that is a mixture of push backs and scheduled releases either stand out or get lost in the sauce. Artists collaborate and work together to create a buzz that will determine if a newcomer gets a shot or if a veteran gets another chance. Commercially, you will hear about the usual saviors of the industry like Kanye West, Eminem and Jay-Z, but what about the artists who are not afforded the marketing luxuries of the aforementioned? The word for music this season is “nostalgia.” Listed below are a few picks to help you choose outside the box. O Yelawolf, “Trunk Muzik 0-60” Interscope signed this caucasian and Cherokee Indian skater from Alabama and if there was ever a white rapper I wanted to hear perform with Eminem it is Yelawolf. Witty lyrics and a 0-60 flow set him up to be compared to Eminem, but subject matter and style keep them far apart. Trunk Muzik; is Rock/Hip-Hop influenced in the same vain as Three Six Mafia, 8Ball &MJG and T.I. If the impressive guest appearances from Hip-Hops most respected like Reakwon, and Bun B don’t make you a little bit curious, maybe “I Just Wanna Party” featuring Gucci Mane will. O Miguel, “All I Want Is You” I call him “NeoNeo Soul.” You hear the Prince influence and it works with his sexy light tenor. Miguel feels every word and delivers the goods we hoped he would. After releasing the successful title track, ‘All I want is you’ featuring J.Cole, the two new artists showed the industry that if you just put good music on air the response can be great! O N.E.R.D., “Nothing” Always capable of taking Hip-Hop to another level, N.E.R.D. delivers to their fans in a major way. Laced in Woodstocksounding nostalgia, ‘Nothing,’ is impressive track

wise in a way that will make you forgive Pharrell’s not so perfect vocals. The fellas of N.E.R.D carry this CD alone with only one guest appearance from Nelly Furtado. A complete mood of inspiration makes this a great CD in the home or on the go. O El DeBarge, “Second Chance” Why? Because it’s El DeBarge! Classic El is back with the appropriately titled, ‘Second Chance’. Samples from El’s music provided Hip-Hop and R&B some of its biggest hits in the 90’s from Notorious B.I.G. & Tupac to BlackStreet. With a voice as beautiful as ever his falsetto will show the younger generation who everyone is imitating. Second Chance, provides a sexy, light mood that is sure to make you smile while you listen. O Kid Cudi, “Man On The Moon II: The Legend of Mr. Rager” With this CD separated into five acts, Ohio’s native son does us proud by providing music that is innovative and entertaining. Opening the album with Cee-Lo sets the tone for listeners getting them ready to accept something different. Random guests are sprinkled throughout the CD with two appearances from Mary J. Blige and Kanye West. Truly theatrical, Cudi’s CD is a style of Hip-Hop that takes you on a musical journey. Even if he isn’t your cup of tea, you will find that this album is as infectious as his debut single, ‘Day N Night.’ O Jazmine Sullivan, “Love Me Back” It’s a bold statement when the first two songs on your album are the first singles released. Jazmine takes us back in time with odes to the ’70s, ’80s and Prince in this emotionally charged album. A strong vocalist who is unique and unmatched, her sultry delivery begs and pleads like a woman who loves being in love. Jazmine’s voice alone proves why she will be back again and again. As we continue on ... O

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’d like to ask a small favor from those who think that the use of “Happy Holidays” is part of a plot to eliminate Christmas: Please, just relax. First of all, “Happy Holidays” has been in use for years. Long before it had any connotations of being a relatively “religion-neutral” phrase, in my world the term was primarily used to refer to both JEFF Christmas and New Year’s. “Season’s Greetings” was used much the same way. So the argument can’t be against the phrase, but rather the context in which it’s being used, or rather, the phrase it is being used in place of. Secondly, understand that “Happy Holidays” isn’t excluding your beliefs at all, nor minimizing them. The phrase is being used in an effort to acknowledge the validity and value of the holidays celebrated by many different belief structures, which Christianity is quite obviously one of. It’s not shutting you out, it’s letting other folks in. I haven’t heard anyone say “Happy Holidays, Unless You Celebrate Christmas” yet. When a stranger says “Merry Christmas” to me, I smile and nod and thank them. I do not turn a cold shoulder and sneer at their wish. I know they mean no harm. I just think that if they took a little time and gave a little thought to what they were saying, they would realize that they are being just a little bit presumptuous and exclusionary. By assuming that I am Christian and therefore open to the greeting which they give, they are, in some small way, assuming that their beliefs are somehow more applicable to me than my beliefs are. In the same vein, some people refuse to see the use of an innocuous phrase like “Happy Holidays” as anything but an outright affront to what they believe. By gum, you’d better say “Merry Christmas” or I’ll never shop at your store again! Okay, then what? If I don’t somehow acknowledge Easter when that rolls around, you’ll skip town, too? What about All Saints Day? That one doesn’t get much play nowadays. Shall we add that one to the canon? Taken to its logical extreme, these folks are basically insisting we tailor our speech to suit their beliefs alone. We’re losing sight of a lot of things here. Let us not forget what this wondrous season is truly about: Money. Yep, the almighty dollar. A mass-marketed, corporately driven merry-goround of homogenized cheer and wonderment designed to separate as many of us from as many of our little green pieces of paper as possible. No matter what the holidays used to mean in society, to anyone, that definition has long since gone the way of the dodo.

Outright cynicism aside, what allows me to relax and enjoy the season is the spirit in which it is intended by the individuals participating in it. For those of us who don’t have a financial stake in the holidays, the joy comes in giving — showing our love for others by doing something special, to let them know how much they mean by giving a present, baking a cookie, sending a card or just seeing them and giving them a hug. As someone who gives a lot at this time of year, nothing does my heart gladder than to see someone I care about smile and say thank you, no matter what I did for them — and any season which gives me the chance to do that, and do it often, is a wonderful time, no matter what I do or don’t believe in. That, truly, is the Reason for the Season: giving out of love and respect to those who have enriched our lives, and being enriched in return

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POP GOES THE

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Can’t we all just get along?

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Outright cynicism aside, what allows me to relax and enjoy the season is the spirit in which it is intended by the individuals participating in it.

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simply through the act of giving. Perhaps those who seem intent on finding fault in an innocently intended phrase should reflect for a second on the fact that, at some level, saying “Happy Holidays” is giving — giving worth and consideration to those who might not believe exactly what you do. As a few great philosophers on the sadly long-lost TV show “Mystery Science Theater 3000” once opined: “If there’s one point we’d like to make with this festive holiday song, it’s that Christmas comes but once a year, so for a few days, for crying out loud, can’t we all just get along?” O E-mail Jeff at PopGoesJeff@gmail.com.

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