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Unleash the doggos!

Dog owners who want to give their pups a chance to get off their leash may have a new opportunity soon. Toledo Public Schools and the Metroparks have announced a collaboration to turn the field adjacent to Hawkins Elementary School on Bancroft and the Natural Science Technology Center on Elmer Dr. into an off-leash dog park. Owned by Metroparks Toledo since 2019, the planned location will cover over three acres and feature areas for both large and small dogs. This will be Toledo’s second off-leash public dog park along with downtown’s Middlegrounds Park.

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While the population of the United States in general continues to grow, the number of folks that call Toledo their home is shrinking. According to statistics released by the U.S. Census Bureau, 273,000 people live in Toledo— down from an estimated 287,000 a decade ago. In contrast, the population of the United States as a whole grew by nearly 20 million in the intervening years, a 6.3% increase. With claims that the pandemic negatively impacted the accuracy of the count, the City plans to challenge the results. For a full summary of the statistics gathered by the Census, visit data.census.gov.

Start the School Year Strong with the Toledo Library Start the School Year Strong with the Toledo Library

The school year is officially underway for students across Lucas County. Fortunately, the Toledo Lucas County Public Library can help make this school year great. For lesson help Tutor.com is a fantastic site serving those enrolled in kindergarten through intro-level college studies. The cornerstone of Tutor.com is instructional help delivered in an online classroom with a tutor best suited for your needs. Lessons cover more than 40 subjects, including math, science, and English.

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A pilot shortage is cited as the cause for the upcoming suspension of flights between Charlotte, North Carolina and the Eugene F. Kranz Toledo Express Airport. American Airlines has been providing two flights a day on that route, but will pause the service beginning in November. A report noted that, like most things nowadays, an employee shortage due to the pandemic is the reason for the change in service. There is currently no information concerning when the service may resume.

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For teachers From Pre-K through twelfth grade, the Toledo Library has an assortment of free resources to complement teachers’ lessons plans. On-demand tutorials and storytime videos, remote class visits and book kit bundles are among the many offerings available to teachers.

The school year is officially underway for students across Lucas county. The Library also provides teachers with book ideas by topic and grade level. We can also help teachers sign their students up for a Library card! Fortunately, the Toledo Lucas County For student research Public Library can help make this school A wealth of expertly curated databases are available to expand students’ understanding of the world. All that is year neededgreat. to get started is a Library card. Gale in Context: Middle School offers detailed reference materials in numerous subjects. For high school students, Gale Virtual Reference Library hosts hundreds of books and publications on 21 different topics, such as arts, business, and multicultural studies.

Better late than never. The 2020 class of the University of Toledo Varsity T Club Hall of Fame will be inducted on Friday, October 22 in a ceremony at the Hilton Garden Inn, Perrysburg. This class, originally scheduled to be inducted last year, includes volleyball player Kate Bean McCauley, football players Jeremiah Detmer, Greg Mancz and Chris Wallace, golfer Jessica Popiel Stone and basketball players Dr. John Rudley and Inma Zanoguera. The inductees will also be introduced at halftime of the UT football game against Western Michigan on Saturday, October 23.

For lesson help is a fantastic site serving those The Toledo Library has studentsTutor.com and teachers covered. Whether it’s an especially stubborn math equation or challenging term paper, help is just around the corner. enrolled in kindergarten through These resources—and more—are available at toledolibrary.org/prek12. intro-level college studies. The cornerstone of Tutor.com is instructional October 1 • October 31 help delivered in an online classroom with a tutor best suited for your needs. Lessons cover more than 40 subjects,

Islamic Center recognized as “stunning” The Islamic Center of Greater Toledo was recently spotlighted on the Facebook page of The Muslim Vibe, a website and online community for young Muslims. As part of a collection of photos spotlighting “7 Stunning Mosques in North America,” the Islamic Center garnered comments including “With its Quba dome and highly ornate front doors, the mosque is an example of classic Islamic architecture and took a whole decade to fully plan.” Another Ohio mosque, the Noor Islamic Cultural Center of Columbus, also made the list. Visit facebook.com/themuslimvibe.

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Looking for a clean, upscale place to wash your clothes? Clean Laundry, a “modern concept” laundromat at 1703 W Laskey Rd., located near the Miracle Mile Shopping Plaza, features nearly 3,000 square feet of washers and dryers. cleanlaundry.com

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The Toledo Humane Society’s popular ReTail Shop is changing its location and its name. Now the Toledo Humane Society Thrift Store, the shop moved to 2320 S. Reynolds Rd., in front of the At Home store. toledohumane.org Stilla Salon Spa & Boutique opened in March of this year and already the business is seeing major growth. The Boutique unveiled a significant expansion to their 4900 N. McCord Rd. location, doubling the size of the shop. Stilla offers nail, hair, massage and esthetician services on site. stillasalonspaboutqiue.com Adults aged 35 and older who want to stay active have a new friend at 3644 Marine Rd. with A35 Sport and Social Club. Near Toledo Animal Rescue in West Toledo, A35 is the perfect stop for people who love to play basketball, soccer and more, but have trouble keeping up with younger athletes. a35sports.com

Bar combined forces, Iris Beauty Bar & Boutique was born. Open since July, the Boutique— located at 2712 W. Sylvania Ave.— is a salon offering manicures and pedicures, hairstyles and cuts, makeup, lashes and more, and it is also a venue for local art and products. facebook.com/irisbeautybarandboutique Columbus-based closeout retailer HomeBuys will open its first location in the Toledo area at 4701 Talmadge Rd., across the street from the Franklin Park Mall at the former Anderson’s site. homebuys.com Baked goods from Bakery Unlimited can be found in a new storefront at 6600 Sylvania Ave., Sylvania, in Saxon Square. bakeryunlimitedtoledo.com Grab a cool glass of popular bubble teas at Kung Fu Tea, open at 4038 Talmadge Rd., #106, near Franklin Park Mall. The chain, based in New York City, has over 250 locations throughout the country. kungfutea.com Two new stores will open this month at Levis Commons in Perrysburg. Athleta, a performance apparel retailer for women and young girls, will open near Sephora, while Lush Cosmetics will open a pop-up store next to Clean Juice. athleta.gap.com. lushusa.com Earth at TolHouse, a new coffee shop at 1447 N. Summit St. is open for anyone, whether they are a member of TolHouse or not. tolhouse.com

CLOSED Community favorite Arturo’s Fritz & Alfredo’s restaurant closed its doors permanently on September 25. The eatery had been open since 1992. After 20 years of providing equineassisted therapy and learning programs, Serenity Farm Equestrian Center in Luckey has closed.

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Wrongful Convictions Do Occur Judges for Justice focuses on Toledo case By City Paper Staff

Wayne Braddy, Jr. and Karl Willis were convicted for the 1998 murder of 13-year-old Maurice Purifie. They were sentenced to life in prison.

ichael Heavey, a retired judge from Seattle, recently traveled to Toledo as a representative of Judges for Justice, a non-profit group dedicated to researching and exposing potential wrongful convictions and, in finding them, working to free the wrongfully imprisoned individuals. Heavey had several meetings with area journalists and lawyers to gain publicity for the cause of Wayne Braddy, Jr. and Karl Willis, two individuals convicted for the 1998 murder of Maurice Purifie and now serving life sentences with the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Corrections. Heavey, retired from the bench in King County, Washington (Seattle) is convinced, based on a number of factors, that Braddy and Willis were wrongfully convicted of a crime they did not commit.

Uncovering the story

Through stellar investigative reporting done by Brian Dugger of Channel 11, WTOL, who formerly worked as a reporter for the Toledo Blade for two decades, there is a collection of compelling video recordings that point to the likelihood, and perhaps certainty, of the wrongful convictions of Toledoans Wayne Braddy and Karl Willis.

Brian Dugger, WTOL Toledo 11 investigative reporter, has compiled a series of video interviews which can be viewed at freewayneandkarl.com

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“A wrongful conviction is a failure of the justice system in the most fundamental sense,”

An August 20, 2021 editorial in the Toledo Blade urged, based on the information uncovered by Dugger along with other factors, that the case be reopened to address the inconsistencies and to explore the likely potential that innocent men have spent the last 22 years behind bars, convicted of a crime they had nothing to do with.

Background of the case

In the early-morning hours of June 15, 1998, a 13-year-old African-American boy, Maurice Purifie, was found murdered on Horace Street in Toledo. Purifie had been shot once in the chest and four times in the head. Initially there were no suspects in the murder, but then, Toledo Police received a tip from a woman who claimed to be a friend of Shondrea Rayford. Rayford was then the girlfriend of Travis Slaughter, who was in his early 20’s at the time. The call to the police indicated that Rayford had shared with the tipster that Slaughter had admitted that he was the one who had killed Purifie. Slaughter, a boyhood friend and contemporary of both Wayne Braddy and Karl Willis, was brought in for questioning by Toledo Police, and after 6 hours of questioning and denying 25 times during that period that he was involved, Slaughter eventually claimed he was involved and that Wayne Braddy and Karl Willis were also involved. Thereafter, a presentation was made to the Lucas County Grand Jury which included reference to the statements made by Slaughter. Initially, the grand jury did not find probable cause, commonly defined as 1. “a crime probably was committed” and 2. “that the Defendant(s) probably committed it.” The case was re-presented to the Grand Jury and the second presentation included the information concerning the testimony of Shondrea Rayford, after which the Grand Jury returned an indictment, or notice of a charge of Murder, against Wayne Braddy and Karl Willis.

Judges for Justice

Michael Heavey, the retired Judge from Seattle and a member of Judges for Justice, (see judgesforjustice. com for background and information about this group) believes it was a false confession by Travis Slaughter. Heavey relates additional facts concerning Travis’ confession including that his mother had put a 1998 article from The Blade about Maurice’s killing on their refrigerator. In his confession Travis only knew facts that were in The Blade front-page article. People remember well traumatic events like a murder, Heavey states and then provides a several inaccuracies in Slaughter’s confession. He claimed the weapon was a .38 pistol (when actually a .25 Raven handgun was the murder weapon). Slaughter incorrectly described the clothes Maurice was wearing. Slaughter said that Maurice was wearing a red T-shirt. In fact, Maurice was wearing a black and brown checkered shirt with a white undershirt. Slaughter said that Maurice was wearing long shorts, but actually he was wearing black-denim long pants. “Anyone at the crime would remember what the victim was wearing, Travis Slaughter is not a criminal mastermind, these are clear indicators that Slaughter was making up the story.” Heavey said. Also, Heavey adds, that the atmosphere at the time may have played a role in the jury’s decision. “[This] was also at a time when the OJ Simpson acquittal was fairly fresh in the memories of most white Americans. Most white Americans felt OJ’s acquittal was wrong, it

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Retired judge Michael Heavey, representative of Judges for Justice.

hardened a lot of hearts, even if subconsciously.” Both Braddy and Willis are black and it was reportedly an all-white jury that convicted them.

Trial and outcome

Slaughter entered a plea in 1999, admitting involvement in the murder of Purifie, and received a sentence of 18 years (10 years for the homicide, an additional three years for use of a firearm and five additional years on another, unrelated charge), which he has served. Slaughter cannot now be tried again for the murder, as he has already admitted his involvement and been sentenced. However, he has now come forward telling what he refers to as the “true story” of the killing of Purifie. At the 2000 trial, when called to testify, Slaughter’s girlfriend, Shondrea Rayford, refused to testify and, based upon her disobedience of a Court Order requiring her to testify, she was sentenced to, and served, a contempt punishment of 30 days in jail. The jury, with only the testimony of Travis Slaughter implicating Braddy and Willis, the same testimony that had led the Grand Jury to issue an original finding of insufficient probable cause to issue a charge/ indictment, convicted Braddy and Willis. Through the investigative work of WTOL’s Dugger, the foreman of the jury from the trial in 2000, when interviewed on camera in 2019 (see the interview here: https://www. youtube.com/watch?v=-vEfvntpRnM&t=36s) stated that when Shondrea Rayford refused to testify, the jury, although they were instructed to disregard and NOT consider the refusal of Rayford to testify, in fact, did consider it and concluded, through assumption, that she was afraid of Willis and Braddy, or feared reprisal from their families. Instead, and again through Dugger’s investigative work, the reason Rayford says she refused to testify, as part of a recorded interview in 2019, and spent 30 days in jail for contempt, was that she didn’t want to lie and she further related that she was being pressured by the police to do that.

Opportunity to revisit

The presentation of the case to the jury was done by the Lucas County Prosecutor’s Office. At the time of the trial, in 2000, and with the understanding that hindsight is always more focused and, perhaps, reliable, the prosecutor put on the evidence that was available at the time. All attorneys in Ohio are governed by the Ohio Rules of Professional Conduct. Rule 3.8, titled Special Responsibilities of a Prosecutor, includes a

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note in the comment section, a section used to assist in interpreting the Rule. The comment states that “A prosecutor has the responsibility of a minister of justice and not simply that of an advocate. This responsibility carries with it specific obligations to see that the defendant is accorded justice and that guilt is decided upon the basis of sufficient evidence.” That responsibility continues, even after a conviction. WTOL’s Dugger also interviewed Travis Slaughter, a co-defendant of Braddy and Willis, the only witness to testify, at the trial in early 2000, who put them at the scene of the murder. During the 2019 interview with Slaughter (which can be viewed at https://www. youtube.com/watch?v=KLwnWMm1CUg&t=963s) he states unequivocally that Braddy and Willis were NOT present and had NO INVOLVEMENT with the killing of Purifie in 1998. Slaughter, who served 13 years for his involvement in the crime, a reduced sentence which he received, in part, due to his cooperation with the prosecution and testimony against Braddy and Willis, states emphatically that he created the false story about the involvement of Braddy and Willis to help himself.

Ohio Innocence Project

Now, with the assistance of Ohio Innocence Project Attorney Jennifer Bergeron, working in the law clinic at the University of Cincinnati College of Law, Braddy and Willis have secured an opportunity for a hearing to be held before the trial court, the Lucas County Common Pleas Court, to determine if credible evidence, including Shondrea Rayford’s explanation, the Jury Foreman’s statements and Slaughter’s recantation of his prior testimony, exists to warrant a new trial. The Lucas County Prosecutor’s Office was given until September 30, 2021 to file a response to the Motion requesting a hearing to determine if a new trial is warranted. Braddy and Willis remain in an Ohio Penetentiary, awaiting the determination by the Court, doing life sentences for a crime — the murder of Purifie — that they have steadfastly maintained, since the date they were charged, that they DID NOT commit. City Paper readers and citizens of this community are urged to visit freewayneandkarl.com and also the recorded interviews with Slaughter and others, or go to toledocitypaper.com/ JudgesforJustice.

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Toledo MAYORAL CANDIDATES

Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz

The Ohio legislature is hopelessly out of touch with northwest Ohio residents because of their insistence on voluntary incentives instead of more mandatory testing for runoff problems. The state of Ohio’s approaches have been all carrot and no stick. They’ve been willing to throw money at the problem but have not been willing to impose the most perfunctory and rudimentary regulations. In this case, they haven’t shown the willingness to stop issuing permits for CAFOs.

Age: 48

Education: BA, Marquette University. MA, University of Michigan Experience: City Council, County Treasurer, Mayor The number of times, prior to this campaign, that you have run for office: Nine The number of times elected: Nine Current and prior offices, and dates, to which you have been elected: Lucas County Board of Education: 1995-1999; City Council: 1999-2005; Treasurer: 2005-2018; Mayor: 2018-Present In your mind, what are the top three issues on voters’ minds this election season? Jobs, public safety, road repairs. Name three of your personal values and how they influence your work. Integrity, competence, family. What can be done to combat voter apathy and encourage more civic engagement? Too many voters feel like they don’t have a voice in our political process and they don’t believe what happens is relevant to their lives. We have to do two things. First, we have

to keep our promises, so people who get involved in the community can see the changes they advocated for. Second, we have to create broader opportunities for people to get truly involved—deeper than at a public hearing or voting, but immersing themselves in the issues they care about and working with others—even those who disagree—on a solution. Name a policy issue that you think doesn’t receive enough attention. The impact of agricultural stormwater runoff of manure and fertilizer in Ohio.

Carty Finkbeiner

Describe the proudest moment in your adult life and why it made you so proud. My proudest moment is seeing my kids grow up and become intelligent and caring people. As a parent, there’s nothing better or more important. Share a career mistake that you made, how you handled it and what you learned from it. I would cite Issue 1, which we put on the ballot for the 2020 primary. We had good intentions and

Name three of your personal values and how they influence your work. Faith, family, fitness and my love of Toledo.

Age: Feel like 40 (82)

Education: Bachelors Degree, Denison University Experience: Eight years City Council, with two as deputy Mayor plus 12 years as Mayor The number of times, prior to this campaign, that you have run for office: 12 The number of times elected: Seven Current and prior offices, and dates, to which you have been elected: 1994 to 2002 as Mayor then 2006 to 2010 as Mayor In your mind, what are the top three issues on voters’ minds this election season? Crime. According to 2020 FBI statistics, a resident in Toledo is 3 times more likely to experience violent crime than the State or National average. Unacceptable. Blight and neglect of many neighborhoods. Citizens deserve to have safe, clean neighborhoods.

Name a policy issue that you think receives too much attention. While not strictly a policy issue, my answer would be the constant focus on who is winning and losing in our public discourse. This is toxic to our public conversation and weakens all of our policy discussions.

What can be done to combat voter apathy and encourage more civic engagement? Be responsive to citizens’ needs and listen to their complaints, but even more important follow through with communicating back openly and honestly. If a citizen sees you care they will too, and they will get involved. Name a policy issue that you think doesn’t receive enough attention. Crime reduction and neighborhood blight. Name a policy issue that you think receives too much attention. If it is an issue with even one citizen concerned there is no such thing as too much attention. Describe the proudest moment in your adult life and why it made you so proud. When I met my wife and when my children were born. They are the joy of my life.

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ideas that voters like, but we misread the voters and were dealt a setback. Voters wanted an issue that only funded roads and ensured that every dollar would be spent on roads. Once we listened, we were able to pass Issue 4 which has increased our road repairs by 15 times over previous years. What is your proudest achievement during the time you’ve served? It’s a tie between Toledo being named No. 1 for New Business Investment among mid-sized cities for new business investment by Site Selection Magazine and passing Issue 4 to finally fix Toledo’s roads. Most used app: Messages. My phone model: Apple or Android? Apple. What’s a great recent discovery? The Selfie Museum (at 333 N. Summit St., Ste 102). What’s your go-to-restaurant? Balance Grille (There’s a menu item named after me). (The Wade, Four-Star Bowl.) Something most people don’t know about me is: Carty owes me $20. (Seriously.)

What is your proudest achievement during the time you served? While Mayor, saving Jeep and keeping thousands of good jobs in Toledo. While in private life, saving our water system from being sold to the suburbs and keeping UTMC from being closed or sold. Most used app: Google. My phone model: Apple or Android? Android. What’s a great recent discovery? For me personally, how good pilates exercising makes me feel. What’s your go-to-restaurant? My wife’s cooking at home. Something most people don’t know about me is: That I studied to be in the seminary.

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TOLEDO CITY council candidates

Nick Komives

Dr. Michele Grim

Age: 37

Age: 39

Education: Associates of Arts Degree from Owens Experience: Four years on City Council and 15 years of Community Organizing

Education: Doctor of Law and Policy (LP.D.), Northeastern University; Master of Public Health (MPH) and B.A., Women and Gender Studies, University of Toledo

The number of times, prior to this campaign, that you have run for office: Once

Experience: Public health expert, educator, gun violence prevention advocate, and former rape crisis counselor

The number of times elected: Once

The number of times, prior to this campaign, that you have run for office: 0

Current and prior offices, and dates, to which you have been elected: Toledo City Council Member from January 2018-present In your mind, what are the top three issues on voters’ minds this election season? Neighborhood safety, water quality and the environment, and economic recovery after COVID.

frustration. It was a tough day for our City when the arrests were made and I feel for our residents. I believe that it can be a moment of growth and opportunity for us all.

Name three of your personal values and how they influence your work. • Transparency— I am upfront and clear in my intentions and decisions. • Connection— I believe it is important to connect with who I serve and to make connections between those that I serve. • Authenticity— I am who I am. I do not hide and I believe people can feel that I am genuine in my intentions and in my heart.

Do you feel that our state opened too quickly in the wake of COVID-19? I think that it is tough to say yes or no. The reality is that many people were treating the moment as if we weren’t shut down anyway. I believe that we all could have benefitted from stronger leadership and less confusion throughout our collective experience. There were new regulations nearly every day and we deserved to have leadership that was bold, consistent and clear.

How do you feel the average Toledoan sees City Council in the wake of last year’s scandal? I believe that people still harbor resentment and distrust, and I understand their

What is one thing most voters would be surprised to learn about you? I use YouTube videos to guide me in servicing my own car (changing my brakes, oil, etc.).

How do you feel the average Toledoan sees City Council in the wake of last year’s scandal? I talk to voters every day and I think the average Toledoan has a lot of insight into our community’s challenges and needs but doesn’t necessarily have a lot of information about City Council.

In your mind, what are the top three issues on voters’ minds this election season? The COVID-19 pandemic, violent crime and not enough goodpaying jobs. Name three of your personal values and how they influence your work. I’m motivated by my belief in kindness, justice and service.

Do you feel that our state opened too quickly in the wake of COVID-19? Our focus must be on getting more people vaccinated so we can prevent more aggressive variants from developing and end this pandemic. What is one thing most voters would be surprised to learn about you? I’ve been a knitter for over 30 years and operate a small business selling handdyed yarns. Toledo City Council Candidates Con’t on p10

Tiffany Preston Whitman Age: 38

Education: Central Catholic High School; BA, Ohio State University; MA, Ohio State University; EdD, Bowling Green State University Current and prior offices, and dates, to which you have been elected: Appointed September 2020 to Toledo City Council

In your mind, what are the top three issues on voters’ minds this election season? 1. Gun Violence Reduction 2. Covid-19 Recovery; Toledo’s plan for American Rescue Plan Act 3. Job Creation and economic development that will support growth of Toledo’s neighborhoods and businesses and retain the city’s young talent Name three of your personal values and how they influence your work. The value of hard work, justice for all and commitment to community are my personal values that serve as the base of my decision-making process.

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How do you feel the average Toledoan sees City Council in the wake of last year’s scandal? In the wake of last year’s scandal, I believe people have higher expectations for Toledo City Council leaders to serve with integrity, ethics and a commitment to community. Do you feel that our state opened too quickly in the wake of COVID-19? I think there was a lot of political pressure in Columbus to open, but Ohio opened too quickly without the right plan, protocol and resources in place to keep everyone safe and to secure small businesses. What is one thing most voters would be surprised to learn about you? One of my favorite things about Toledo is its parks; however, I have an irrational fear of deer!

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TOLEDO CITY council candidates

George Sarantou

Cerssandra McPherson

Age: 69

Age: 62

Education: Ohio State University B.S. in Social Studies

Education: University of Toledo (Attended 1998 to 2005)

The number of times, prior to this campaign, that you have run for office: 7

Experience: Current City Council member since September 2020

The number of times elected: 3

The number of times, prior to this campaign, that you have run for office: None

Current and prior offices, and dates, to which you have been elected: Toledo City Councilman 2002 to 2014. Elected 2001, re-elected 2005, re-elected 2009.

In your mind, what are the top three issues on voters’ minds this election season? 1. Rising violent crime. 2. Increasing neighborhood blight.

How do you feel the average Toledoan sees City Council in the wake of last year’s scandal? Clearly very disappointed and angry with 1/3 of Council under Federal indictment.

3. How to spend the $180 million of federal dollars to benefit all of Toledo.

Do you feel that our state opened too quickly in the wake of COVID-19? No.

Name three of your personal values and how they influence your work. My religion, honesty and being a positive person affect me on a daily basis.

What is one thing most voters would be surprised to learn about you? I have my shy moments— really.

Katie Moline Age: 37

Education: Certified Public Accountant (CPA); Masters in Russian Studies; B.A. in History and B.A. in Political Science, with Honors, from Miami University, Oxford; Graduated with honors from Central Catholic HIgh School Experience: Self-employed at Katie Moline Consulting, Senior Audit Accountant for WeberClark (now GBQ); Congressional Aide to U.S. Representative Marcy Kaptur The number of times, prior to this campaign, that you have run for office: 1 time - special election in November 2020 In your mind, what are the top three issues on voters’ minds this election season? 1. Safe neighborhoods with strong and supported public safety. 2. Good-paying jobs and economic opportunities for Toledo citizens. 3. Fiscal accountability and transparency of tax-payer dollars. Name three of your personal values and how they influence your work. • Fiscal responsibility - I created SMART Analysis (Sustainability, Meets Federal Guidelines, Accountability, Return on Investment, and Transparency) as a tool that both Toledo City Council and Mayor’s administration can use when deciding how to use the over $180 million of federal ARPA Funds. •

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Safety - Wrote and passed legislation to fund the 2020 Police Class. Courage - I was only one of two Council members who voted against Summit Street Reconstruction Project.

The number of times elected: 1 time with over 57,500 Toledo votes! Current and prior offices, and dates, to which you have been elected: Appointed to Toledo City Council on January 2, 2020 and have currently been elected to serve Toledo City Council in the Special Election of November 2020.

Current and prior offices, and dates, to which you have been elected: Toledo City Council At-Large (Appointed September 2020)

In your mind, what are the top three issues on voters’ minds this election season? Public safety, neighborhood investment and COVID-19 Name three of your personal values and how they influence your work. • Honesty— I recognize the need to be forthright and transparent in my work on council. As a public official, I am a representative of and accountable to the people of Toledo and need to always act in their best interests. • Humility— I understand that 1.) I don’t have all the answers and 2.) I work as part of a team on the City Council. I view my role, as a Councilwoman, to be someone who listens to the people and works with key stakeholders to solve the complex problems facing the city. • Passion— I care deeply about the people of this city and work to improve the lives of all of its citizens. In my time on council, I’ve shown a willingness to go to bat for the most overlooked and vulnerable citizens to ensure that we continue to build a more equitable city.

How do you feel the average Toledoan sees City Council in the wake of last year’s scandal? There is a mistrust within the community regarding the City Council in the wake of last year’s scandal. Citizens feel that there needs to be more transparency in the day to day operations of the City Council. Do you feel that our state opened too quickly in the wake of COVID-19? I believe that, for the most part, we did well with 1.) the information we had and 2.) the circumstances at the time. It should be acknowledged that there was significant political pressure on leaders at all levels to reopen the state while following the CDC guidelines. What is one thing most voters would be surprised to learn about you? I think voters would be surprised that I ride a motorcycle. I love to go on a long ride to unwind after a long week.

Tony Dia Age: 51

Education: Some college Experience: Business owner and operator for over 30 years

How do you feel the average Toledoan sees City Council in the wake of last year’s scandal? Toledoans, like far too many Americans, have historically low trust in their elected leaders. Do you feel that our state opened too quickly in the wake of COVID-19? Despite living in a country with immense resources and scientific expertise, the national response was marred by mistakes, inefficiencies and unclear messaging, leading to the current resurgence we are now suffering. What is one thing most voters would be surprised to learn about you? I performed with the Echoes of Poland - a Toledo-Polish Dance troupe.

The number of times, prior to this campaign, that you have run for office: Once The number of times elected: None

In your mind, what are the top three issues on voters’ minds this election season? Crime — roads — corrupt government. Name three of your personal values and how they influence your work. Honesty — caring — hard work.

Do you feel that our state opened too quickly in the wake of COVID-19? No. What is one thing most voters would be surprised to learn about you? My ability to negotiate deals, how hard I work and my true love for our city.

How do you feel the average Toledoan sees City Council in the wake of last year’s scandal? They don’t trust them.

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Age: 72

Age: 29

Education: 3 1/2 years of college, Central State University

Education: Master of Urban Planning and Development, Cleveland State University

Experience: 35 years in finance and banking, community service includes: elected member Toledo Public School Board, St Vincent Mercy Health Partners, Toledo Metroparks, Lucas Metropolitan Housing Authority, Lucas County Children’s Services Board, Rescue Crisis board, Cordelia Martin Health Center, and The University of Toledo African American Community Advisory Board

Experience: Urban Planner at ConnecToledo, the Downtown Toledo Development Corporation The number of times, prior to this campaign, that you have run for office: 0

always have all the answers, and that we have to rely on expertise and community engagement to guide our decisions. In your mind, what are the top three issues on voters’ minds this election season? As we canvass and meet voters the top three issues we have heard so far are the rise in crime, investing in our neighborhoods and making sure the American Rescue Plan money is spent effectively. Name three of your personal values and how they influence your work. Public service, integrity and humility. I work as an urban planner to make sure our city is growing economically and that those gains can be widely shared throughout Toledo. At times this requires us to take on unpopular positions, even when we know they are the right thing to do. We also must recognize, however, that we don’t

How do you feel the average Toledoan sees City Council in the wake of last year’s scandal? As we talk to voters it’s clear some trust has been lost in the city council that I hope to restore if elected. Do you feel that our state opened too quickly in the wake of COVID-19? I generally supported the decisions of the Governor and Amy Acton to balance public safety measures like mask mandates and an early stay at home order with methods to keep our business viable. What is one thing most voters would be surprised to learn about you? I was in a barbershop quartet in high school.

In your mind, what are the top three issues on voters’ minds this election season? How to ensure as many people as possible receive the COVID-19 vaccine to stop the virus spread in Toledo; development of programs to stop the Gun Violence here; and how to spend the pending Federal Rescue funding of approximately 180 million dollars in a manner beneficial to all residents. Name three of your personal values and how they influence your work: Integrity, Honesty and Accessibility are the most important principles you can provide to citizens as an elected official or community activist. My word has always and will continue to be, my bond. How do you feel the average Toledoan sees City Council in the wake of last year’s scandal? I’m sure there is concern and disappointment about the scandal. Speaking for myself, this scandal has absolutely no merit. It is my understanding that most citizens are more concerned

The number of times, prior to this campaign that you have run for office: 6 The number of times elected: 6 Current and prior offices, and dates, to which you have been elected: Toledo Board of Education 1998-2013; Toledo City Council 2014 – 2022

about gun violence, COVID-19, the proper spending of the $180 million rescue fund and getting back to work. Do you feel that our state opened too quickly in the wake of COVID-19? I’m sure Governor DeWine is making decisions based on information he has access to. It’s very unfortunate that we’ve had an uptick in the virus spread in recent weeks; especially with the opening of schools. What is one thing most voters would be surprised to learn about you? I have been a vegetarian since 1981.

Tim Ryan Age: 55

Education: BA in Journalism from The Ohio State University Experience: I have worked most of my life in the family business, Ryan Pharmacy, as a driver, inside sales, outside sales, manager and now president.

In your mind, what are the top three issues on voters’ minds this election season? Crime. Toledo is the worst in the state per capita. If we don’t solve our crime problem, no one will want to live and invest in our city. Education. Toledo’s public school system is broken and in need of help. COVID-19. We must protect our citizens while preserving our freedoms. Name three of your personal values and how they influence your work. My faith, it keeps me centered. It helps me through tough times and keeps me grounded when it comes to making important decisions. My love of family, it gives me a sense of purpose to wake up each day and be able to make a better life for my wife and children. My work ethic, being productive with my time is important to me. I try to make the most out of my time at work and at home.

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The number of times, prior to this campaign, that you have run for office: None

How do you feel the average Toledoan sees City Council in the wake of last year’s scandal? The average Toledoan is disgusted. Watching their hard earned money going to people who only look out for themselves. I feel they would like to make a fresh start. With six seats at stake, this is their chance to take back their government. That’s why I think I have a great chance to make it this year. Do you feel that our state opened too quickly in the wake of COVID-19? No. So far, our state has been very measured in its approach.

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Harvey Savage, Jr. Age: 77

Education: Attended the University of Toledo-College of Education-Human resources Major-Dean’s List; Completed Human Resource Development courses through Kennedy Western University; Completed Insurance courses through Hondros College; Completed Dale Carnegie Course

In your mind, what are the top three issues on voters’ minds this election season? The top three issues are our culture of violence, where will $180,000,000 be spent and blight in the neighborhoods. Name three of your personal values and how they influence your work. Family, honesty and humanity. I chose early retirement from The Dupont Corporation rather than leave my family again. My mom and dad were still alive, and I had grandchildren that did not really know me. I chose to be with my family and not leave again. I view myself as an honest person. That said, it does not mean that I have never done anything wrong. It means I can own up to any misgivings. I will not steal or cheat. I will be truthful in my communications with individuals. I value every human being. I see us as one group of beings, homo sapiens. There is no real difference. We are all human beings. I believe in one creator and I believe that he/she is the parent of

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us all. You and I are brothers. That has created a love for all humans in me. It has been very positive in my work. How do you feel the average Toledoan sees City Council in the wake of last year’s scandal? Council is viewed negatively due to the scandal. Do you feel that our state opened too quickly in the wake of COVID-19? No, I don’t think the state opened too quickly. What is one thing most voters would be surprised to learn about you? I have four generations (of family) under me.

Ron Murphy Age: 41

Education: Whitmer Grad ‘98 Experience: 15 years working for a local non profit to end homelessness; 7 years managing local sales company; President of the Greater Toledo Republican Club; Member of the Lucas County Republican Central Committee

The number of times, prior to this campaign, that you have run for office: 2 The number of times elected: 0 In your mind, what are the top three issues on voters’ minds this election season? 1. Corruption 2. Crime 3. Neglected Communities

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Experience: Executive Director 2011-current; Independent Insurance Agent 20092010; HR Manager 1999-2008; VP of Human Resources 1996-1999; Plant Manager/HR manager 1995-1996; Executive Director 19941995; Personnel Supervisor/Team Resource 1989-1993

Name three of your personal attributes and how they influence your work. 1. Intelligent— I use my knowledge and experience to make good decisions. 2. Hard Working— I’m not afraid to get my hands dirty, work hard and to see that every job gets completed with pride. 3. Honest— Being honest with people builds trust and helps develop strong

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relationships. Building trust is essential in all relationships. How do you feel the average Toledoan sees City Council in the wake of last year’s scandal? They see them as untrustworthy and corrupt. Do you feel that our state opened too quickly in the wake of COVID-19? I feel the state discriminated against businesses and had no right to do so. What is one thing most voters would be surprised to learn about you? I’ve helped well over 2,000 people in Toledo go from being homeless to living in permanent housing.

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After his resignation he was hired to work another public job, working in the county probate court. Since leaving the court job, he has now left public life altogether. Just kidding. He is now a candidate for Toledo City Council, where he already served twelve undistinguished years. He has decided to rewrite history and claims that he and Jaksetic jointly found the eight point two extra-large. Conveniently ignoring that he fought Jaksetic over the money. And that he resigned in shame because he was, in a word, wrong. Yet here we are, after the primary, with Georgie finishing in a strong position for election in November. 4,270. That’s how many people voted for Sarantou, who finished sixth out of nineteen candidates. It’s also the number of voters who apparently vote for any yahoo whose name they recognize, regardless of their demonstrated incompetence in public office. 3,323. That’s how many voters long for the good ol’ days of rotary phones, Radio Shack 32K computers, and other things that have been obsolete for decades. Because that’s how many noodle heads voted for Carty. 2,369. That’s how many voters decided to vote for someone they’ve heard of, even if it’s mostly for public embarrassment. Like making baseless

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In case you missed it, there was a primary election in T-Town a few weeks ago. And. . . most of you missed it, considering that less than 8 percent of registered voters cast a ballot. So for the vast unwashed and uncounted masses, we give you our post primary election breakdown, and now runup to the ballot box in November by the numbers. First, though, congratulations to newly elected District Six rep Theresa Morris. In most cases the primary ballot is used to narrow the field of candidates for the general election ballot. Morris was appointed to the District Six seat after previously elected Chris Delaney resigned. Due to an anomaly in the City Charter, Morris was on the primary ballot for general election to the seat. She is a native Toledoan, a lifelong public servant, a thoughtful legislator, and a woman of color. She brings vast experience and calm leadership to council. District Six voters did well to retain her. Now back to our regularly scheduled column. Election by the numbers! 8.2 million. That’s the amount of money parked in a forgotten capital fund by the Bell administration. It was discovered by City Auditor John Jaksetic during the PHH administration, and brought to the attention of city leaders. The city finance director argued vehemently that the funds were already encumbered and included in existing capital improvement

allocations. Jaksetic argued otherwise, that the funds were not encumbered and could be used for additional capital improvements. PHH sided with her finance director, who had been a holdover from the Collins administration, and refused to reallocate the funds. The battle over the money ended with the city auditor proved right, and the finance director resigning in disgrace. The fiasco played out in public and contributed in part to PHH losing her twenty seventeen re-election. Oh, we forgot to include the humiliated finance director’s name. It was Georgie Sarantou. Which is a name we thought we’d never have to use again in this column because we assumed his political epitaph was written.

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claims of racial profiling, choking out a constituent at a candidate event, and being federally indicted for strong arming business owners for cash. We know all this because they inexplicably voted for Larry Sykes. 13,955. That’s how many of the one hundred eighty one thousand six hundred thirty five eligible registered voters decided to cast a ballot. Of those, fifty seven decided to throw away their votes on a write in vote for mayor. Which is still far less than those who threw away their vote on Carty. Did w 57. That’s the age threshold of the youngest baby boomers. Anyone that age or older qualifies as a boomer. Which makes folks like Carty, Georgie, and Larry full on boomers. And likely so are most of the whackadoos who voted for them, too. 1. That’s where young, qualified candidates finished. Wade, smart policy wonk and unabashed progressive, finished first for mayor. Katie Moline, CPA and cool and knowledgeable voice on council, finished with the most votes of the nineteen council candidates. Nick Komives finished second, appointee Tiffany Preston Whitman finished fourth, and newcomer Michele Grim finished fifth, and all will make council smarter, younger, and more diverse. This makes us all number one.

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What are some words you live by? My daily words are to always to keep the faith, stay the course, keep putting one foot in front of the other and do the best that I am able to each day. Your best advice on aging: My best advice for aging is to honor the process, flow with it and nourish your body, mind and heart along the way. What’s the best thing about your job? The best thing about my job is the blessing of witnessing hundreds of thousands of people over the years reclaim their health safely, naturally, effectively from a place of self-love and dedication. It’s a beautiful thing to experience and I’m so grateful.

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Innate Health Chiropractic 26580 N. Dixie Hwy, Ste. 101 419-872-2255 getinnatehealth.com What are the three things that you do for yourself every day? The first thing I do for myself every day is I wake up about an hour before everyone else so I can give myself time for my morning routine which consists of coffee, reading and prayer. During the work week, I try to give myself about 20 minutes before I walk into our house so I can decompress from any stress and eliminate distractions while I am with my family. Lastly, I set aside roughly 30-45 minutes about 4-5 days per week to exercise and move my body so I can stay my healthiest. What do you do to look, or feel, better when you have one minute? If I only have one minute to try and look, or feel better, I find something I am grateful for and focus on that. This helps to quickly change your mindset and distract from any stress. What do you do to look, or feel, better when you have one hour? If I have an hour, you can find me waking up an hour earlier than my family to

Dr. Nick Goin, owner start my morning routine. I’m usually sipping on a great cup of coffee while I am reading and praying. This routine has always helped me to set myself up for a better day so I can be the best for everyone around me! What do you do to look, or feel, better when you have one month? If I have a month to look or feel better, I like to set a goal and record my progress. Physically I may set a goal of achieving a new personal record with a workout, changing my eating habits or setting better boundaries with sleep and recovery times. Emotionally, I may set goals of starting and completing a new book, challenging how many date nights my wife and I have through the month, or save financially for something me or my family may have a desire for.

HOTWORX Toledo 5208 Monroe St. 419-214-1763 hotworx.net/studio/toledo-monroe 24/7, but we are staffed 10am-8pm, Mon-Thurs; 9am-6pm, Fri; 11am-4pm, Sat What’s your best advice for starting a new health or wellness routine? Consistency! A new fitness or health routine typically takes almost 30 days to make it a routine in your life. Don't give up because the beginning is the hardest but as you continue it will become a more natural part of your life. What’s a great, healthy cuisine our readers can make at home? I love to cook and have so many plant based recipes that I would love to share. Just reach out!! Your best advice on aging? I'm realizing now as my children are grown how fast time goes! Don't get caught up in petty or toxic things that waste energy. Focus on what is important to you and don't have any regrets. In the end making choices you can live with is the only thing that matters.

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Anne White, OWNER What’s your guilty pleasure— and do you avoid it? Chips and dip! No, I am a pescatarian so I eat really healthy so giving in occasionally is just fine! What’s the best thing about your job? When members tell me how they have had a change in their health, whether it is weight loss, increasing their endurance, less pain and increased mobility or going off certain medications because our method can impact your health and fitness in so many ways. I have had members thank me for bringing this to Toledo and that just warms my heart!!

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essence mind*body studio 6314 Berkey Southern Rd. 419-873-6463 essencembs.com Hours of operation varied based on day What’s your best advice for starting a new health or wellness routine? Work with a professional 1-on-1. Each of us has a different formula and it’s best to get organized for your needs when you start and as you go along. This helps prevent wasting time, energy, and money.

What are some words you live by? Stay the course. If it doesn’t challenge you, it doesn’t change you. What’s a great, healthy cuisine our readers can make at home? I have so many! I love to use jackfruit in place of anything with shredded chicken. Your best advice on aging: It is all an inside job. What we eat and drink is reflected in how we look, feel, and move. Eat plant-based, whole foods and feel good knowing that the plants are literally designed by Mother Nature in a perfect formula for us to use the nutrients well! What’s your guilty pleasure— and do you avoid it? I love to spend time doing the things and spending time with the people that bring me joy! I don’t avoid this but just know it will be hard to pull myself away when I have to do the work part.

The Kitchen Salon 151 N Michigan Ave. Suite 225 419-984-0395 TheKitchenSalon.com By Appointment Only What’s your best advice for starting a new health or wellness routine? It all starts with the mind. Healthy thoughts lead to healthier habits. What are some words you live by? Do all you can you can do, because that’s all you can do. What’s a great, healthy cuisine our readers can make at home? I love steamed veggies and rice! 5 minutes in the microwave and rice is easily made in a rice cooker or instant pot. You can season the veggies in different ways such as garlic parm, sweet and sour or sesame soy. Your best advice on aging: There’s nothing you can do about the past but to glean and grow.

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Megan Davis, owner What’s your guilty pleasure— and do you avoid it? Coffee and no (it’s the cheapest joy lol). How does looking good relate to feeling good? In the opposite order. I have to feel good to look good. At my age, there’s no faking it until I make it. Con’t on p22

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How does your home looking good relate to feeling good? It’s your safe haven— where you feel good because you’ve designed and created your own space. It’s the difference between living in a house or a home. You want to come home. What’s one change to a house that can make a world of difference? New flooring. Start with the room that you’re in the most, like a family room. What makes you happy? When my clients are happy, I’m happy.

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Sean Hineline, OWNER Describe a home care trend that you don’t think helps much: Jumping on the bandwagon. Try to differentiate your home. What are two things you couldn’t live without? My kids and my wife.

What are the three things you do for yourself every day? Be with my wife, play with my kids, work at my job. What is one simple change that can make a home look better? Flooring. Describe a home care trend that you love: I encourage my customers to think outside the box— customize their plans to fit their needs.

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Toledo Renaissance Downtown 444 N Summit St. 419-244-2444 theheightstoledo.com, brimhousetoledo.com Brim House: 4pm-9pm, Wed-Sat. The Heights: 3pm-10pm, Mon-Fri; 10am-10pm, Sat; 10am-2pm Brunch, Sun Why are you passionate about beer? I enjoy beer for two reasons. One, nothing tastes better after a hard day of work than drinking a cold pale ale. Two, I enjoy beer with friends. It’s a shared experience. We’re breaking bread together— the liquid kind. Whatisyourdesertislandsixpack? I’m going with one Peroni, two Base Ale’s, one Yuengling’s Traditional (Philly kid here), one Cigar City Jai Alai, and one Great Lakes Commodore Perry IPA. Saving the Commodore for last. I need that inspiration to get off the Island!

Whatareyourfavoritelocalbreweries? Toledo has sneaky good breweries. I say sneaky because Toledo doesn’t get the press it deserves just yet in the Midwest. It’s coming very soon. The best are Earnest Brew Works, Inside the Five, Patron Saints, Maumee Bay, and the new kid, Heavy. What is one local beer everyone should have in their fridge? Earnest Brew Works’ Crunchy Hippie. A Toledo staple.

Megan Perry, President/Brewer 2113 N Reynolds Rd. 60ccbrewing.com 4-10pm, Thursday and Friday; 3-10pm, Saturday Why are you passionate about beer? I truly enjoy creating different flavor profiles and combinations that make a beer phenomenal. What are your favorite local breweries? Besides 60cc Brewing, I would say it is a toss up between Black Frog, Patron Saints and Upside. All of these guys make good beers, and have been more than accommodating in helping us get up and running. Is there a beer trend that you’re really not into? I’m not fond of sours. If we can not tell if it is a good beer or not, we will not put it out there. We won’t serve something if we aren’t fond of it. How does your staff make your place unique and special? Our staff is family. You will definitely get the family feel when you come to 60cc Brewing. You will talk with one of the owners regardless of when you show up. It is important to us that the customer have access to the owners to ask questions.

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4129 Talmadge Rd. 419-841-3000 josephsbeveragecenter.com 9am-9pm, Mon-Sat; 10am-6pm, Sun Why are you passionate about beer? “Let’s grab a beer” is the easiest way to convince anyone to hang out. But in all seriousness, no good story started off with, “So I was having a couple salads…” If I do not know what kind of beer I want, how should I figure it out? Stop on in to Joseph’s and ask! We can help you find exactly what you’re looking for! What are your favorite local breweries? The places to go around town are Maumee Bay, Earnest Brew Works (they just opened a new location downtown!), 60CC Brewing and definitely check out our local meadery, Four Fires Meadery, in Maumee.

What little-known brew should everyone be drinking? Smooj. If you didn’t know, now you know. What is an unusual flavor for a beer that you think more people should try? The craft seltzers/ smoothie seltzers are really making it difficult for me to keep saying that I don’t enjoy seltzers. Try them out! Don’t let the word ‘seltzer’ scare you from trying something new. Is there a beer trend that you are really not into? I’m not the biggest fan of the Alcoholic Kombuchas, but we carry everything so if that’s something you’re looking for, we have it! Why are Toledo beers so special? Because We Drink Better in Toledo.

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Why are you passionate about beer? I am passionate about beer because of all of the different styles and flavors and the process in which those different flavors come together. If I do not know what kind of beer I want, how should I figure it out? My best advice is to talk to someone who has some beer knowledge. There is nothing better than having someone who knows what they’re talking about lead you in the right direction for a beer. I believe there is a beer for everyone, so go to your nearest brewery and talk to someone with that knowledge!

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Why are Toledo beers so special? I feel that Toledo has a special brand of brewers that really love what they do, and it shows. Quality in any product comes from people putting their heart and soul into creating that product. The craft beer circuit in Toledo is full of passionate people doing what they love and that is what makes the beer special. What can you tell about a person based on the beer that they order? You can tell a lot based on what type of beer someone orders. Their preferences in taste and style, and you can even tell some of their personality traits.

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What is your desert island six pack? Sweetwater Mango Kush; Sweetwater Blue; Truly Fruit Punch; Blake’s El Chavo Habanero Cider; Inside the Five Sunshine Sky What are your favorite local breweries? I think Toledo has done an amazing job bringing local breweries to the area! We generally feature as many locals as we can! You’ll always find Maumee Bay, Inside the Five, Earnest, Patron Saints as well as a few others in our draft rotations here.

How does your staff make your place unique & special? The staff is everything here. Without our hard working staff, we would not be able to serve the delicious beer we stock, make the food you get to enjoy and have a good time here with family & friends. Each & every member of our team serves a different purpose & brings their own piece of energy & life to Bar 145. We’ve been extremely lucky & blessed to have met our staff members & work with them over the past 10 years! Whatisyourfavoritefood&beerpairing? To me, nothing is better than a burger & a beer. It doesn’t even matter what beer it is. Just the thought of a nice cold beer & juicy burger makes me wonder why I’m still answering this question, haha! CONTINUED ON P.26

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tion. It’s hard to believe how many local breweries we have around the area, and that sense of surprise in how many quality beers there are is what makes them special. How does your staff make your place unique and special? The staff over at Maumee Bay Brewing Co. are very warm and welcoming. We want everybody to find the beer style they enjoy, and we go the extra mile to make sure there is something for everybody on tap! What is your favorite food and beer pairing? And ice cold New England IPA and a meat lover’s pizza.

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There’s something special about the atmosphere when you walk into Maumee Bay Brewing Company. It’s not just the historic Oliver House located downtown under the High Level Bridge. It’s the people. The friendly and passionate staff that serve you. “When you walk in, you can tell that everyone’s excited to be at work,” explains Michael Martin, brewery sales manager for Maumee Bay. “Everyone’s usually in a great mood, they leave all their problems at the door. “From seeing our host to cashing out with your server, you’re not going to have a bad experience with anybody. The staff always tries to help each other behind the scenes to give the guests the best experience possible.” “Our staff is very passionate about the products that we serve, as well,” adds general manager Danielle Perkins. “When you are really passionate about the products that you serve, it’s really easy to help people find something that they are going to love, too.”

Toledo’s original micro-brewery, Maumee Bay Brewing has been wowing local drinkers since it first opened in 1995, with an ever-rotating selection of popular staples and new, inventive offerings. “We try to split our list in half. We usually have between 12 and 14 beers on tap, half of which are old favorites, like Glass Hopper, Buckeye, Total Eclipse. The other half are rotating, new brews that our brewers are having fun and being creative developing,” Perkins said. No matter when you decide to stop in, the staff is confident that patrons will enjoy the tastes and feeling they find. “I hope that when people come in here, they leave with more than they were expecting, with another selection of beers that they can’t wait to come back and try again, on their next visit,” Perkins said.

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Top fermented beers that are sometimes cloudy and unfiltered. Brewed with more wheat in proportion to the amount of barley. Main varieties are German Weitzenbier and Belgian Witbeir.

r e n s l i P Fruity, spicy and with lots of fizz, this French-based beverage was historically brewed with little alcohol, but today’s drinkers just wouldn’t have that, so modern productions have upped the ABV (alcohol by volume).

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Heavy but smooth, rather like our editor. Traditionally brewed in the fall but enjoyed in the spring, bocks come in a variety of styles, from the lighter maibock to the stronger Eisbock.

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Top-fermented beer with a rich, creamy head. When porters first gained popularity in the 18th century, brewers called the stronger varieties “stout porters,” and the name stuck. Flavors vary wildly for this darker brew. The first “brown ales” were created by London brewers in the 17th century, though modern drinkers wouldn’t recognize what they produced by that name.

I.P.A. Lager Crisp, refreshing brews that go down smooth— that’s a lager for you. The word “lager” comes from the German word for “storage,” as the beer is usually stored before drinking.

Named after the Bavarian city of Pilsen, where it was first produced in 1842. The world’s first pale lager, Pilsners are light to golden in color and have a dense and rich head.

India Pale Ales have a bitter aroma, but are medium bodied and with an herbal and citrus character. They originated in England, but were popularly exported to English troops serving in India, hence the name.

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Pale Ale Made with a pale malt. Different brewing styles result in a wide variety of flavors. English pale ales tend to be a bit spicy and hoppy, while American ales have a hint of fruit to them.

Porter

An almost black beverage thanks to being brewed with brown malt. The popularity of porters saw them brewed around the world, from North America to Russia, although they were first developed in London.

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Braiiiiiiins…uh, I mean, boooooooooze…. Time to get spooky with some spirits! The 2021 Adams Street Zombie Crawl is a ‘Go’ for Saturday, October 9. This Uptown tradition invites boys and ghouls over the age of 21 out for an evening of drink specials at Adams Street’s watering holes, accompanied by food trucks, live music and other Halloween hijinks. Costumes aren’t required, but are highly encouraged, and come on— what self-respecting October reveler would show up to the Zombie Crawl in anything but their best seasonal attire? $10. Gates open at 5pm. villageonadams.com

A beer run like no other What’s better than running a 5k? Well, for many of us, pretty much anything. But running a 5k with the promise of plentiful suds beyond the finish line? Well, now we’re talking! The Ohio Brewery Running Series holds a Beer Run, Saturday, October 30, beginning and ending at Patron Saints Brewery, on Bancroft between Talmadge and Reynolds. The course takes runners through the surrounding area, and no matter what time you post on the course, a free craft brew from Patron Saints is your true reward! Proceeds from the event benefit Toledo GROWS. $35 to register, $45 adds a t-shirt. 4730 W. Bancroft St. Search “Beer Run - Patron Saints Brewery” on Facebook.

Getting Blitzened Christmas comes but once a year, and so does one of Maumee Bay Brewing Company’s most popular creations, Blitzen Ale. A favorite of holiday drinkers, Blitzen presents a dark and hearty malt brewed with honey and spiced with orange and cinnamon for a taste that warms the soul. This seasonal favorite returns with a special Blitzen Release Party on Thursday, October 21 at Maumee Bay Brewing. Also, head to Maumee Bay’s Haunted Halloween Dinner Party on Sunday, October 31! For more information on all of Maumee Bay’s fall events, visit mbaybrew.com.

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Little Slice of Heaven A Real Slice By Jon Ruggiero

Downtown Toledo has a number of outstanding dining options— including fare for pizza fans. An iconic pizza joint which served up great pies throughout the pandemic is Home Slice Pizza on St. Clair Street, a downtown staple for 15 years. For one of the best pizza experiences in the city, round the bases and slide in to Home Slice.

Close to home

Opened in 2006 by the Knight family, father Ed and son Michael became the sole owners six years ago. “Owning a pizza place never crossed my mind until I started working in the service industry,” explained Michael. “I fell in love with putting smiles on people’s faces,” he added. “Home Slice Pizza is a true local business. My father and I are both graduates from St. Francis de Sales and have lived here our whole lives.” The dedication to the city segues into dedication to the product, a wonderful thin crust, oversized pizza with a certain New York sensibility. With an open kitchen beckoning those walking by on the sidewalk and a small dining area downstairs, the warehouse-feeling brick building leads upstairs to a welcoming bar with abundant stools and table seating, accompanied by an enthusiastic beer selection and full bar offerings.

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The allure of the pizzas on the first floor is the thin and flexible crust, which can be folded to facilitate the enjoyment of the pies. A wide variety of topping options, some traditional, some offbeat, all encompass Home Slice’s trademark flair. Pizza’s are available in 18”, 16”, 14” as well as a 9” personal size, four-slice

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pizza. Personal is great if you’re on your own, or want to experience a pizza tasting, to try some variety. Nontraditional pie options include the potato pizza or spinach and artichoke pizza (personal size, $8.99). These pizzas harken to traditional bar food, delivered on their house-made crust. The potato pizza includes the toppings for potato skins, replacing pizza sauce with mashed potatoes, finished with bacon and cheese. The spinach and artichoke, reminiscent of the dip with the same name, is slathered onto pizza crust and topped with a blend of three cheeses. Both of these inventive pies elevate the appetizers which they are based on. A Hawaiian Barbecue pizza was included as part of our specialty pizza order. If you think that pineapple has no place on a pizza, this might be the pie that changes your mind. Accompanied by ham, bacon, cheese and a pizza/BBQ sauce mix that ties everything together, this was our favorite pizza of the visit. Also, not to be missed is another Home Slice original: Ethan Stew bread ($6.99). Like many pizza joints, Home Slice offers a cheese bread. But Ethan Stew makes it better by adding cheddar and feta to the pizza cheese blend. The result is remarkable, the tastiest and cheesiest cheese bread you can find. For those fans of more traditional pies, the basic pepperoni pizza delights customers as simple, clean and a way to really enjoy the sauce and crust with only that salty, meaty adornment. If a pizza place is defined by a simple pepperoni pizza, Home Slice Pizza absolutely knocks it out of the park. Other worthy menu options include wings, meatballs, sandwiches and salads, offering some variety. But with a name like Home Slice Pizza, our advice when on South St Clair Street is to try the pie. Home Slice Pizza 28 South St. Clair Street 419-724-7437 HomeSlice419.com

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Local Video Company Honors Personal History By Jennifer Ellison

Parallel lives on parallel screens

A revolutionary and fascinating science fiction film by artist Stan Douglas will begin showings at the Toledo Museum of Art on Saturday, October 16. “Doppelgänger” tells the story of Alice, an astronaut sent on a mission to outer space, with her clone sent on a similar mission. The pair ,mistakenly thinking they have returned to Earth, face wildly different reactions to their arrival. The film is shown on two translucent screens which can be viewed from either side as the story of the two Alices take shape at the same time. Screened at the Museum through May 15, 2022. toledomuseum.org Free with admission.

The master of suspense back on the big screen

The legacy of one of cinema’s most popular and influential directors, Alfred Hitchcock, is being celebrated with screenings at Ann Arbor’s State Theatre. The weekly event will wrap up with a fitting shudder with three of Hitchcock’s most popular films, the masterpiece “Vertigo,” Friday, October 1; the chilling environmental horror “The Birds,” Friday, October 8; and the classic “Psycho,” Friday, October 15. $10.50, $8.50 for students, seniors and veterans. All screenings begin at 7:30pm. 603 E. Liberty St., Ann Arbor. 734-668-8397. michtheater.org

Though we are in the digital age, younger generations have never experienced painstaking documentation of the history of the community. It takes time to write down autobiographical evidence to be remembered, and for stories to be shared. We live in an ‘instant age’ where the information you seek can often be found in your pocket. The process of gathering and recording information about people is often overlooked. The depth of feeling behind the words left behind by those who have gone before us could be lost. For Toledo resident (and City Paper freelancer) Joni Johnson, the process of gathering and compiling the stories of the community isn’t just a job, it’s a passion. As a teenager, Johnson discovered a love of the past through the words of her loved ones. She shared a loving and talkative relationship with her grandmother, Gertrude, who taught Joni the importance of ‘the threads that bind us.’ No matter how separated we appear, we are all people working together for better lives and ultimately, better stories. With the passing of her grandmother and other relatives, Joni felt a deep sense of loss. Prompted by their absence, she looked to preserve their voices, keeping a part of them with her. Her grandmother’s words were captured in writing from an interview Joni had done when she was in the eighth grade. The idea of preserving the words and voices of loved ones became a passion — a desire to always be able to hear the voice, even though the loved one may be gone. That passion led to Storied, a company Joni started to capture the essence of a person on film.

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Storied creates short documentaries, developing “innovative archives for future generations.” The Storied team interviews the subject, a more extensive process than a general Q&A session. Joni initially has a meet and greet with

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Storied creator Joni Johnson was inspired by the loss of her grandmother Gertrude the subject to get to know them and to learn their preferences. On the day of filming, the process often begins with shots of the subject’s home and family photos or treasured keepsakes. This often includes images of the subject peacefully existing in their home space. Then the recorded interview, with the subject calm and focused, captures the true essence of the person, as accurately as possible. Once the recording is complete, postproduction adds appropriate music and the interview is edited to turn it into a mini-masterpiece for each family. The final products vary in length, ranging around 20-30 minutes. The final result is a treasured keepsake of a beloved family member, whose voice is now easily accessed.

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THEATER NOTES See Elves on Shelves Themselves

The Elf on the Shelf craze may not be quite as wild as it was a few years ago, but most kids still know and love the holiday icon. The stage musical based upon the phenomenon, “The Elf on the Shelf: A Christmas Musical” comes to the Stranahan Theater for a one-night-only performance, Friday, November 19. With music and lyrics by Broadway veterans Sara Wordsworth and Russ Kaplan, the performance takes audiences on a journey to the North Pole to meet Santa’s Scout Elves. $33.95-88.95. 6pm. 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd., 419-381-8851. stranahantheater.com

Halloween Thrills at the Theatre Village Players’ Nightfall with Edgar Allan Poe By Julie Pompa

Which is your favorite – and what is the scariest - tale written by Edgar Allan Poe? You can see four of the legendary writer’s own favorites brought to life in “Nightfall with Edgar Allan Poe,” presented October 29 – 31 by The Village Players. And in addition to Poe’s dark tales, Director Larry Farley adds technology – in the form of special effects, lighting and projection screens – for a “sensory immersive” experience that’s perfect for Halloween weekend. “We’ve been looking for new traditions to create around Halloween in the Toledo area,” explained Farley. “I came upon this play and thought it could be the perfect literary Halloweenish experience. It’s a special encounter - much more than simply watching a play.”

Is he or is he not mad?

Playwright (and Cleveland resident) Eric Coble explores the nature of madness in “Nightfall,” which focuses on Poe’s especially dreadful characters in a great setting for a Halloween-related adventure. In his effort to convince us – and himself – that he is not mad, Poe weaves a spell through the adaptation of four tales he considered his best: “The Raven,” “The Fall of the House of Usher,” “The Pit and the Pendulum” and “The Tell-Tale Heart.” Two years ago, the Village Players and Farley presented “Nightfall” as a reading, using some special effects and lighting. It was also presented at the Toledo Repertory Theatre (in collaboration with the Village

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Players) last year as a reading. “The readings were well received,” Farley said. “The play really lends itself to special effects, but also to a full-scale production, which is what we’re doing now.”

Two years ago, the Toledo Rep presented a popular production of David MacGregor’s hit play “Sherlock Holmes and the Adventure of the Elusive Ear.” Patient fans have waited and the Rep will finally have the chance to stage MacGregor’s sequel, “Sherlock Holmes and the Adventure of the Fallen Soufflé.” Centered around Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee, this exciting and funny show both deconstructs and celebrates the legacy of the world’s most famous detective. The Rep’s production will run from October 29 through November 7. For more information, visit toledorep.org.

Technology, subject lend to the spookiness

Farley and Technical Director David Nelms worked out the details of adding tech features to the performance. Besides adding lights and special effects, this production will feature side-stage projection screens, creating an interaction between on- and off-stage effects. “We wanted to feature more of the sensory experiences not usually seen in community theatre, and especially because of the nature of play itself,” Farley said. Add to that a cast dressed in period costumes and the result is a little darker than the environment you’d typically see on stage. “I’ve read all the Poe tales we’re performing, and in my opinion the ‘Tell-Tale Heart’ is the darkest one,” Farley said. “It does make you wonder whether Poe was mad.”

Whose Line is it FINALLY?

Multiple delays have had Glass City fans waiting a while to see “Whose Live Anyway?” Now, the national tour, rescheduled numerous times, will play the Stranahan on October 31. Featuring improv performers Ryan Stiles, Greg Proops, Joel Murray and Jeff B. Davis, the comedians will recreate skits from the popular television series “Whose Line Is It Anyway?” All previously purchased tickets will be honored for this rescheduled date. $38-58. 8pm. 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd., 419-381-8851. stranahantheater.org

Following protocols

The performance of “Nightfall” is the second production of the Village Players performed before a live audience since the pandemic stopped operations in March 2020. In accordance with ongoing COVID19 protocols, all cast members and all Front of House personnel have been vaccinated. Guests are required to wear masks when indoors during performances. Performances will be held Friday, October 29, at 8:00 p.m.; Saturday, October 30, at 8:00 p.m.; and Sunday, October 31, at 2:00 p.m. The theatre is located at 2740 Upton Ave. For tickets, or to learn more about the theatre’s updated COVID-19 policies, visit Village Players Theatre or call 419-472-6817.

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BOOK NOTES The Right stuff

Toledo author Michael Zermer inspires readers to learn and grow through yoga in “Your Other Right: Thoughts on Living a Successful and Happy Life, Yoga, Yoems and More.” Learn how to bolster your health through a variety of disciplines: yoga, meditation, cardio and lifting weights. Lessons are written in verse to make them fun and engaging. $19.95. 120 pages. Order a copy and learn more by visiting yoga-mike.com.

The forgotten colony

Gathering Volumes’ monthly History/Biography Book Club will meet on October 27 to discuss the fascinating history of an often overlooked part of the European settlement of North America. “Fourteenth Colony: The Forgotten Story of the Gulf South During America’s Revolutionary War” by Mike Bunn is the focus. The book tells the story of land along West Florida, Alabama, Mississippi and Louisiana that was populated by British settlers. 7-9pm. 196 E. South Boundary St., Perrysburg. 567-336-6188. gatheringvolumes.com Free

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ART TO HEART Paying tribute to Mother Nature

The Age of Armor

New TMA exhibit features celebrated armor collection By Jeff McGinnis The history of armor— in warfare and culture— is the focus of a fall exhibit at the Toledo Museum of Art (TMA). “The Age of Armor: Treasures from the Higgins Armory Collection at the Worcester Art Museum” opens November 6. “We’re bringing to Toledo audiences for the first time an exhibition of arms and armor from the Higgins Armory collection, which is the second largest arms and armor collection in the Americas,” said Sophie Ong, Hirsch Curatorial Fellow at TMA. “It is an exhibition that highlights armor’s use from the ancient world through the early 20th century, and really looks at the technological innovation and artistic brilliance of the metal workers and the armorers, who could manipulate this very hard material into both practical objects to be worn, but also highly decorative and stunning objects that were revered in their time.”

Assembling an armory

The Higgins Collection was assembled by John Woodman Higgins, an early 20th century industrialist from Massachusetts who grew up loving stories about knights. He began buying pieces of armor from Europe during the 1920s, and by 1931 decided to open his own museum dedicated to the collection. The Higgins Armory remained long after Higgins died in 1961, ultimately closing its doors in 2013 when the collection was moved to the Worcester Art Museum. When TMA was offered the chance to showcase pieces from the Higgins collection, the museum enthusiastically accepted. “We do not have examples of European armor in our collection, and we thought this would be a terrific opportunity to show not only armor in the Toledo Museum of Art, but also examples from one of the world’s most important armor collections,” Ong said.

A trip through time

“The Age of Armor’’ features over 80 pieces from varied eras. The majority of pieces in the exhibit will be focused on European history, although artifacts from a variety of other cultures will also be displayed, including examples from Japan and India. The oldest piece is an axe blade from Middle Kingdom Egypt that dates to 20001750 B.C.E. The exhibit will be divided into 14 sections, arranged by chronological periods or a theme. Visitors will be given plenty of historical context in the form of both text and an audio guide created for the exhibit. Some TMA pieces, including samurai armor, will be displayed alongside the Higgins Collection. “There is a chronology running under the thematic [structure], so the final two sections actually are the Decline of Armor, followed by Armor in the Modern Age, which actually includes an object that was made in Worcester, Massachusetts, which is where the Higgins Armory Collection was built and resides today,” Ong said.

Beyond the battlefield

It may seem somewhat unusual for a museum dedicated to fine art to display tools of war. Ong, however, points out that this exhibit works to emphasize not only armor’s martial function, but also its importance in social and political life. “The Museum displays objects that have been made by hands that tell stories about the creation of art as well as industry. Here in Toledo, we know the combination of art and industry very well, with how we think about glass in the city,” she explained. Ong hopes that visitors will come away from “The Age of Armor” with a greater appreciation for the artistry involved in the creation of the exhibited pieces. “The exhibition defnitely tells the story of armor, both from a large point of view but also with individual stories that different suits have to tell.”

The Arts Commission has unveiled two of three planned artworks of its Reclamation Series, themed around “Flora and Fauna.” The first, “Reclamation | Uptown Water Cycle” can be seen at Laburnum Alley behind Carlos Poco Loco. The second “Reclamation | East Toledo Flood Plain Train,” is located at Harry Kessler Park at 328 Main St. The murals were completed by Graphite Design + Build and Natalie Lanese. The paintings pay tribute to the area’s natural environments. A third mural is planned for the Junction community sometime in the coming year. Photo courtesy: Arts Commission.

Fine art comes to Swanton

Dozens of works by artists from around the area will be on display at Swanton’s 7th Annual Juried Fine Art Exhibit and Sale, Saturday, October 9 and Sunday, October 10. Artists in a wide variety of disciplines— from watercolors and acrylics to mixed media collages— will be on display, with cash prizes, including awards for Best in Show and People’s Choice. 10am-5pm. Valleywood Golf Club, 13502 Airport Hwy., Swanton. 419-826-1941. swantonareacoc.com Free

Walk all over Rossford’s history

A new sidewalk mural framing the Edward Ford Memorial Park at 146 Dixie Highway in Rossford is designed to celebrate the history of the city. Created by local artist Caroline Jardine, the mural comprises 38 sidewalk panels and depicts local icons such as the town’s founder Ford himself, the Libbey Owens Ford factory tower, area grocery stores and more. The mural is a part of Rossford’s ongoing “Building Our Legacy” campaign. Further upgrades to the park, including an interactive digital display and renovations of the pavilion, are planned.

FRIDAY 1 Red Bird First Friday Art Walk - See several new exhibits on display at Fuller Art House and at the Hudson Gallery as part of Sylvania’s monthly event. 5-8pm. Downtown Sylvania. Free

FRIDAY 8 The Alchemist’s Dream opening Paintings, ceramics and metal work will be on display at this exhibit of three local artists— KA Letts, Tom Marino and Tom Muir. Runs through December 24. 20 North Gallery, 18 N. St. Clair St. 419241-2400. 20northgallery.com

Life Jacket opening - The work of northern Ohio artist Lane Cooper, with selections from her most recent series of paintings, will be exhibited. Running through November 13. 425 Jefferson Ave. 419-441-4025. river-house-arts.com

THURSDAY 21 Quilts and Needle Arts Festival - See

the remarkable creations of artists skilled in textile media, both on display and for purchase. $5 9am-5pm. Also Friday, October 22 and Saturday, October 23. Junior Fair Building, Bowling Green. Search “Quilts and Needle Arts Festival” on Facebook.

FRIDAY 24 History Pop-Up and Tour - Get a glimpse of archival materials that tell the history of TMA. 5:30-7pm. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St., 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free

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“The Age of Armor: Treasures from the Higgins Armory Collection at the Worcester Art Museum,” on display in the Levis Gallery at the Toledo Museum of Art from November 6, 2021 through February 27, 2022.

“‘Maximilion’ Field Armor,” one of more than 80 pieces that will be displayed at TMA.

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LISTEN HEAR Local Talent Releases New Collection by Curtis Deeter Zack Fletcher is a prolific singersongwriter/guitarist from Bowling Green, Ohio. The ghosts of his life experience pervade his songs through poetic lyricism, riveting guitar patterns and ethereal melodies. His music has been described as profound, emotional and haunting; a musical catharsis resulting in a powerful live performance and an intimate listening experience. His debut EP, “Dead Ends,” was originally recorded in 2009 and laid the foundations for his band, Moths in the Attic (MITA).

Moths in the Attic

Based in Northwest Ohio and formed by Fletcher, MITA released their debut, self-titled album in 2019. Fletcher and Michael Williams, a saxophone player he met in college, began performing together, adding a jazz texture to Fletcher’s acoustic work. Williams fuses smooth jazz, R&B, and hip-hop influences. Later, percussionist Kevin Jorrey was added, bringing the energy of a dynamic rock drummer and solidifying the group’s haunting, visceral sound. Together, the trio merges rock and classical guitar influences with pro-

gressive, folk, and hints of jazz, creating “ghostly sonic compositions.” Since 2016, MITA has performed at various Midwest venues, including festivals such as the Black Swamp Arts Festival, and playing in support of a wide variety of artists such as Tyler Childers, Helmet, Two Tons of Steel, and OWEL. With their first tour canceled due to COVID-19, MITA recorded a video series, “Songs from a Distance,” as a follow-up to their debut album. Their music can be found on favorite music platforms or on their website: mothsintheattic.com

Photo credit: Michael Estok.

Ohio Reveries

A New Musical Exploration

But Fletcher’s role with MITA is not his only musical venture. He also writes and records original solo work. “The Traveler,” released last July, is the first song in a new collection called Ohio Reveries; songs inspired by Fletcher’s home and the places it has taken him. Five new tracks will be released as singles in the latter half of 2021 with the full collection to follow. Fletcher’s new release follows his classical-inspired acoustic instrumental collection, “Vignettes” (2020), and his previously mentioned alt-folk/rock epic “Moths in the Attic” (2019). The latter received praise from indie press outlets who called it “beautiful,” “captivating,” and “pristinely executed.” The album was produced independently in his hometown of Bowling Green at DLT Studios and mastered at

Zack Fletcher recording “Ohio Reveries” at Court Street Recording in Canfield. Jack White’s Third Man Records in Detroit. A portion of all “Moths in the Attic” album sales go to local affiliates of the National Alliance on Mental Illness. The songs explore themes of loss and living for today, something we all need to be reminded of from time to time. Following the sudden passing of a several friends and acquaintances, Fletcher was struck by how loved and full of life these individuals had been. “The Traveler” reflects on life’s fragility and

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encourages the listener to be present in the here and now, and live for those who no longer can.

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Highlighted events indicates our picks for the week

sat, oct 9

fri, oct 1 Buffalo Rock Brewing Company: Stan Guidera (guitarist) Dexter’s: Venyx (party rock) Grand Rapids: Sacred Harvest Fest 2021 Levi and Lilac’s Whiskey Room: Backyard Muriel (acoustic) Mancy’s Italian Grill: Elixir (acoustic) The Switchboard: King Size Drag (Americana)

sat, oct 2 Arlyns Good Beer: Scottish Mile (alternative) Bar 145: DJ Jimmy Rock Benfield Wines: Chris Knopp (acoustic) Buffalo Rock Brewing Company: Bob Stevens (guitarist) Grand Rapids: Sacred Harvest Fest 2021 Majestic Oak Winery: Mojoe Boes (blues) Plat8: Blues Brunch Sportsman Bar: Electrick Mayhem (rock/ country)

sun, oct 3

Bar 145: DJ Jimmy Rock Buffalo Rock Brewing Company (afternoon): Chris Knopp (acoustic) Buffalo Rock Brewing Company (night): EZ Pickens (rock) Hollywood Casino: Not Fast Enuff (party rock) Majestic Oak Winery: Pair of Aces (folk rock) Over Yonder Concert House: Full Cord Bluegrass (bluegrass) Plat8: Blues Brunch Pumpkin Pete’s and Gwen’s Gourds: Pumpkinstock 2021

sun, oct 10 Majestic Oak Winery: Slim (guitarist) Plain Church: Phil Cross (singer/songwriter)

tues, oct 12 The Ottawa Tavern: Tuesday Night Jam Plat8: Lori Lefevre-Johnson (jazz)

thurs, oct 14

Grand Rapids: Rhythm on the River (marching band) Majestic Oak Winery: Ashley Kelley (singer/songwriter)

Arlyn’s Good Beer: Amelia Airharts (rock) Buffalo Rock Brewing Company: Jordan and Josh (guitarists) Bar 145: DJ Brandon Edwards Plat8: Muddy Shutters (acoustic)

MON, OCT 4 Urban Pine Winery: “Caveman” Chris Jaquillard (rock)

fri, oct 15

tues, oct 5 Brandywine Country Club: Live Music, Poolside! The Ottawa Tavern: Tuesday Night Jam Plat8: Damen Cook (jazz)

wed, oct 6

Arlyn’s Good Beer: Twenty Twentyfour (jazz/funk) Buffalo Rock Brewing Company: Hector Mendoza (guitarist) Majestic Oak Winery: Distant Cousinz Duo (acoustic) Mail Pouch Saloon: Aaron Hertzfeld (singer/songwriter) Stranahan Theater: REO Speedwagon (rock)

Levis Commons Music at the Fountain: John Pickle (folk)

sat, oct 16

thur, oct 7 Arlyns Good Beer: Chris Buzzelli (guitarist) Buffalo Rock Brewing Company: Aaron Hertzfeld (singer/songwriter) Carlos’ Poco Loco: Ethan Timm (guitarist) Bar 145: DJ Brandon Edwards Huntington Center: For King and Country (Christian pop) Plat8: Frank May The Spotlight Lounge: Theresa Harris & Mixed Company Band (jazz)

fri, oct 8 Buffalo Rock Brewing Company: Ryan Dunlap (singer/songwriter) Majestic Oak Winery: Jeff Stewart (guitarist) Table Forty 4: Sugar Pax (party rock) Toledo Zoo: The Skittle Bots (90’s rock)

Bar 145: DJ Jimmy Rock Buffalo Rock Brewing Company: Mark Mikel (rock) Majestic Oak Winery: Mike Szafarowicz (pop) Plat8: Blues Brunch Wheelin’ on the Rocks: Married with Children (rock)

tues, oct 19 Brandywine Country Club: Live Music, Poolside! The Ottawa Tavern: Tuesday Night Jam Plat8: Zac Kreuz Trio (jazz)

thurs, oct 21 Buffalo Rock Brewing Company: Muddy Shutters (acoustic) Bar 145: DJ Brandon Edwards

Plat8: Gene Parker (jazz) Stranahan Theater: Rain, A Tribute to the Beatles

fri, oct 22 Buffalo Rock Brewing Company: Ryan Dunlap (singer/songwriter) Majestic Oak Winery: Chris Shutters (acoustic)

sat, oct 23 Arlyns Good Beer: Cetan Clawson Band (rock) AJ’s Doolittles: Kenny Rogers Tribute Show Bar 145: DJ Jimmy Rock Benfield Wines: Tim Oehlers (guitarist) Buffalo Rock Brewing Company: Johnny Rodriquez (acoustic) Dexter’s: My 80’s Vice (80’s tribute) Leroy and Margaret’s: The Skittle Bots (90’s rock) Majestic Oak Winery: DC Taylor (acoustic) Pat and Dandy’s Sports Bar and Grill: The Reese Dailey Band (rock) Plat8: Blues Brunch

sun, oct 24 Te’Kela Mexican Cantina y Cocina: Devyn Mitchell (acoustic)

Scott Cook comes from Over Yonder

Alberta native Scott Cook has toured the world with his unique brand of folk music, now heralded as one of Canada’s most imaginative musical storytellers. Now, the music connoisseurs at Over Yonder Concert House will bring Cook to the Toledo area, with a performance at The Original Sub Shop and Deli on October 28. $20 suggested donation. 7pm. 402 Broadway St. 419-243-4857. overyonderconcerthouse.com

Oh, what a Rush

The soaring licks of Canadian rockers Frank Marino and Mahogany Rush will arrive at the Maumee Indoor Theatre for a one-night gig, Tuesday, October 26. With remarkable guitar abilities that have been compared to Jimi Hendrix, Marino’s unique “Grateful Dead-meets-jazz” sound has made Mahogany Rush a favorite of musical connoisseurs for over 50 years. $39.50-49.50. 7-11:30pm. 601 Conant St., Maumee. 419897-8902. maumeeindoor.com

tues, oct 26 Majestic Oak Winery: John Pickle Show (folk) Maumee Indoor Theater: Frank Marino & Mahogany Rush (rock) The Ottawa Tavern: Tuesday Night Jam Plat8: Creole Jazz

thurs, oct 28 Bar 145: DJ Brandon Edwards Buffalo Rock Brewing Company: Jordan and Josh (guitarists) Original Sub Shop & Deli: Scott Cook (folk) Plat8: Johnny Rodriguez (acoustic)

fri, oct 29 Buffalo Rock Brewing Company: Hector Mendoza (guitarist) Wheelin’ on the Rocks: The CastawayZ (rock)

sat, oct 30 Backyard BBQ & Booze: Hey Jude (Beatles cover) Bar 145: DJ Jimmy Rock Benfield Wines: EZ Pickens (rock) Buffalo Rock Brewing Company: Rick Caswell (rock) Howard’s Club H: Mewvment and Subwoofer Concert Series (fundraiser) Main Street Bar & Grill: Battlecross (metal) Plat8: Blues Brunch Wheelin’ on the Rocks: RuKus (80’s rock)

Verdi, vidi, vici

Toledo Opera begins its long-awaited 2021-22 season with a production of Verdi’s classic opera “Il Trovatore” on Friday, October 8 and Sunday, October 10. One of the most popular operas ever written and a staple production for companies around the world, the show tells the story of a count, a noblewoman, a young troubadour and a bohemian whose paths intersect in a tragic tale of love and loss. Starring Metropolitan Opera stars Leah Corcetto and Carl Tanner. $69-119. 7:30pm, Friday; 2pm, Sunday. Valentine Theatre, 410 Adams St., 419-242-2787. toledoopera.org

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Celebrate Halloween @ Hensville TUESDAYS [food] Sylvania Farmers Market - Visit the weekly market at its new home at Harroun Community Park. 3-7pm, through October 12. 5428 Main St, Sylvania. 419-283-7168. Search “Sylvania Farmers Market” on Facebook. Free

THURSDAYS [food] Perrysburg Farmers Market - Local vendors offer a variety of fruits, vegetables, flowers, crafts and more. Rain or shine, through October 14. 3-8pm. Downtown Perrysburg. 419874-9147. perrysburgfarmersmarket.com Free

SATURDAYS [food] Toledo Farmers’ Market - The classic downtown market open two days a week through November. Saturdays, 8am-2pm. Sundays, 9am1pm. 525 Market St. 419-225-6765 toledofarmersmarket.com Free

One of the best ways for grown-ups to get their Halloween spirit on while helping a good cause is back, Heart & Soul Toledo’s fundraiser Halloween @ Hensville returns on Saturday, October 23. Featuring both a live and a silent auction, dinner, live entertainment and more. Costumes are not required but, come on, why wouldn’t you wear one? Proceeds benefit the Northwest Ohio Psychiatric Hospital and the Thomas M. Wernert Center. Tickets are $50 in advance. 6:30-9:30pm. Hensville, St. Clair St. For the latest information visit heartandsoultoledo.com.

Sylvania Festival expands to two days

The celebration was just too big for one day. The 35th annual Sylvania Fall Festival has been expanded to two days, Saturday, October 16 and Sunday, October 17. A draw since 1985, this year’s festival will feature a Nite Lite Farmers’ Market on Saturday, complete with live music and a cornhole tournament. On Sunday, the traditional parade, plenty of craft and farmers’ market vendors, trick or treating stops for the kids and more fill the bill. 4-10pm, Saturday; 10am-4pm, Sunday. Downtown Sylvania. sylvaniachamber.org

SUNDAYS [history] Wildwood Manor House Tours - Tour the iconic Manor House, a 30,000 square foot Georgian Colonial home. 11am-5pm 5100 W. Central Ave., 419-407-9784. metroparkstoledo. com Free

[holiday] Haunted Brew Tours - Medium Sirena La Point will educate attendees on the past and present of paranormal activity at Maumee Bay Brewing Company. $27. 3 and 5pm, except October 31, which will be held at 6pm. 27 Broadway St. 419-243-1302. mbaybrew.com

FRIDAY 1 [history] Free First Fridays - All attendees can get free admission on the first Friday of each month to see the four different exhibits on display at the Wood County Museum. 10am-4pm. 13660 County Home Rd., Bowling Green. 419-352-0967. woodcountyhistory.org Free [art] Red Bird First Friday Art Walk - Art exhibits, food trucks and the Katzenjammer German Band is featured at October’s installment. 5-8pm. Red Bird Arts District, Downtown Sylvania. 833724-3560. downtownsylvania.org Free

SATURDAY 2 [food] 50 & 5 - J&G Pizza Palace and Upside Brewing celebrate their respective anniversaries with this event, featuring celebrity pourers raising money for The Victory Center. 4-11pm. 5962 Main St., Sylvania. 419-882--6061. Search “J&G Pizza Palace” on Facebook.

SUNDAY 3 [music] Sister Cities - The music of female composers is spotlighted as the Symphony Orchestra pays tribute to Toledo’s Sister Cities around the world. $22-52. 7pm. Toledo Museum of Art Peristyle, 2445 Monroe St., 419-246-8000. toledosymphony.com

WEDNESDAY 6 [history] German-American Day - A presentation by retired BGSU professor Dr. Geoff Howes is followed by a discussion on “Your German Ancestors.” $10, $5 for WCHS members. 7-9pm. 13660 County Home Rd., Bowling Green. 419-352-0967. woodcountyhistory.org

[lit.] Societal Issues Book Club - U.S. Senator Ben Sasse’s (R-NE) book “Them” is the featured title being discussed at this month’s meeting. 6:30-7:30pm. Cork and Knife Provisions, 186 E. South Boundary, Perrysburg. 419-3402044. gatheringvolumes.com Free [misc.] Theresa Caputo Live! The Experience - The star of Long Island Medium will share personal stories and deliver messages to audience members. $43.75-93.75. 7:30pm. Stranahan Theater, 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd., 419-381-8851. stranahantheater.com

THURSDAY 7 [drink] Beer and Wine Tasting - Personal chef Jennifer Schuerman guides attendees through a tasting paired with creative food options. $36.05 per person. Schedel Arboretum and Gardens, 19255 W. Portage River S Rd., Elmore. 419-8623182. schedel-gardens.org [film] Movie in the Park at Birmingham Park - The 2020 family flick “Cats and Dogs 3: Paws Unite!” screens. Bring your own blankets and lawn chairs. 7-9:30pm. 2100 Knox St. Search “Movie in the Park” on Facebook. Free

FRIDAY 8 [drink] Wine by the Glass Pavilion - South African wines are the focus of this installment of the recurring series where guests try curated foods paired with wine. $50, $35 for museum members. 6:30-8:30pm. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St., 419-255-8000. toledomuseum. org

SATURDAY 9 [drinks] Adams Street Zombie Crawl - Boys and ghouls over the age of 21 can come out for an evening of drink specials at Adams Street’s watering holes, accompanied by food trucks, live music and other Halloween hijinks. $10. Gates open at 5pm. villageonadams.com [music] Full Cord Bluegrass - The popular bluegrass group will make its debut at Over Yonder Concert House, soon after the debut of their new album “Hindsight.” $15 donation suggested. 6:30-8:30pm. Old West End. overyonderconcerthouse.com [festival] Northwood Fall Festival - The annual fall festival will begin with a parade that leads to Central Park for a day full of fun activities. 6000 Wales Rd., Northwood. 419-350-8138. Search “Northwood Fall Festival” on Facebook.

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[festival] Oak Harbor Apple Festival - A parade, talent show, car show, cornhole tournament, baby contest and more will take place at this year’s two-day event. Also Sunday, October 10. Downtown Oak Harbor. oakharborohio.net Free [festival] Oktoberfest at Put-in-Bay - Many of the island’s restaurants serve German food, and a wide assortment of German beers and music will be on hand. Also Sunday, October 10. DeRivera Park, Bayview Ave., Put-in-Bay. 419-285-2832. visitputinbay.com [misc.] Trading Card Game Con - Pokemon, Magic the Gathering, Yu-Gi-Oh and more will be represented at this event bringing fans of trading card games together. 10am-8pm. Also Sunday, October 10, 10am-6pm. Seagate Centre, 401 Jefferson Ave., 859-512-5466. tcg-con.com

SUNDAY 10 [misc.] Glass City Record Show - The 39th annual event comes to the Knights of Columbus Hall. $1. 4256 Secor Rd. 419-450-6255. glasscityrecordshow.com [festival] Grand Rapids Applebutter Fest Historical reenactments, pioneer demonstrations, crafts, food and more will be on hand at the 44th annual celebration. $15 parking fee. 10am-5pm. Downtown Grand Rapids, OH. applebutterfest.org

WEDNESDAY 13 [fundraiser] It’s for the Birds and Moore - This fundraiser for Nature’s Nursery is held in memory of volunteer and nature lover Davey Moore. $65 per person, $120 per couple. 5:30pm-9:30pm. The Pinnacle, 1772 Indian Wood Circle, Maumee. 419-877-0060. natures-nursery.org

THURSDAY 14 [fundraiser] Blind Wine Event - Try some blindfolded wine-tasting challenges along with tasty food pairings. All proceeds benefit the Sight Center of NW Ohio. $45. 6-9pm. 1002 Garden Lake Pkwy, 419-720-3937. sightcentertoledo.org

[holiday] Pumpkin Path - The Toledo Zoo’s annual Halloween tradition returns with more than 20 trick-or-treat stations, games, performances and more. 2 Hippo Way, 419-385-5721. toledozoo.org [festival] Sylvania Fall Festival - A Nite Lite Farmers Market, live music, trick or treating, a parade on Sunday and more will be part of Sylvania’s two-day annual event. 4-10pm. Also 10am-4pm, Sunday, October 17. Downtown Sylvania. 419-882-2135. sylvaniachamber.org Free [holiday] Tombstone Tour and Family Haunted Bike Ride - This annual event will take riders on a seasonally spooky trip through the park. 10:30am. Oak Openings Preserve Metropark, 4139 Girdham Rd., Swanton. 419-482-8225. mvadventurers.org

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[music] Rain: A Tribute to the Beatles - Celebrate the anniversary of Abbey Road with this performance which brings one of the all-time great albums to life. $44-69. 7:30pm. Also 8pm, Friday, October 22. 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd., 419-3818851. stranahantheater.com

FRIDAY 22 [holiday] Ghosts of Providence - This lantern-lit walk through an abandoned ghost town teaches tales from spirits long ago. $7. 6:30pm. Also Saturday, October 23. Providence Preserve, 13827 US 24 West, Grand Rapids. 419-407-9700. metroparkstoledo.com

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[festival] Halloween Bash at the Bay - Ohio’s largest island Halloween party takes place at Put-in-Bay, with many of the bars holding costume contests. Noon-2am. Delaware Ave. Strip, Put-inBay. 419-351-5166. visitputinbay.com

SATURDAY 23 [music] Time for Three - Mixing elements of classical music, modern pop and Americana, this trio of string players delights audience members of all ages. $25-64. 8pm. Toledo Museum of Art Peristyle, 2445 Monroe St., 419-246-8000. toledosymphony.com

FRIDAY 15 [music] Passion and Intrigue - The moving music of composer Richard Wagner and others performed by the Toledo Symphony Orchestra. $22-52. 8pm. Also Saturday, October 16 at 8pm. Toledo Museum of Art Peristyle, 2445 Monroe St., 419-246-8000. toledosymphony.com

SATURDAY 16 [shopping] Bowling Green Flea Market - Shop for antiques and collectables at this month’s edition of the flea market at the Wood County Fairgrounds. 9am-4pm. Also Sunday, October 17, 9am-3pm. 13800 W. Poe Rd., Bowling Green. 419-277-0033. Search “Bowling Green Flea Market” on Facebook.

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THURSDAY 28 [fundraiser] Purses with a Purpose: Ghouls Night Out! - An assortment of designer handbags are raffled off to benefit Wood Lane Residential Services. Costumes encouraged! 5:30-9:30pm. Bowling Green City Park Veteran’s Building, 2294 Legion Dr., Bowling Green. 419-353-9577. wlrs.org

SATURDAY 30 [fundraiser] Burpees for Boobies - This annual event hosted by Ft. Meigs Crossfit raises funds for the American Cancer Society Real Men Wear Pink campaign. 9:30am-12:30pm. 13000 Eckel Junction, Perrysburg. 419-777-3553. fmcrossfit.com

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SOCIAL STUDIES

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Ramona Collins at Majestic Oak Winery

The Ramona Collins Quintet brought beautiful music to Majestic Oak with a Jazz in the Vines set on September 19.

Ron & Mollie Leonhardt

Donna Richardson , Dorothy Gray, Ramona Collins, Shawana Davis and Sheila Fleming

Autumn Cookie Decorating Class

Anna Moorman, owner of Batch, Please!, led a class at The Stables in Whitehouse to help students create beautiful cookies on September 15. Terry Fraker, Jim Rich, Tom & Merry Pomeroy, Kerri Storer, Jan Smith

Emily Bailey and her mom Carol

The Solheim Cup

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BACK-TO-SCHOOL SHOPPING LIST FAILURES

65. First subheading 66. Sporting tats 67. Bay Area force letters 68. Some Sunday supplements, in short 69. Dark crime films

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1. Some medicinal plants 6. Noodles with the band 10. Hit one to the bleachers 14. Animals in your neighborhood 15. On vacation 16. Pueblo Revolt of 1680 tribe 17. “Thanks for getting my school supplies, but how do I write with these?” 19. Sultan’s country 20. “What are you trying to ___?” 21. No longer worrying (about) 23. Song that Dolly Parton wrote on the same day as “I Will Always Love You” 25. Arch 26. Bit of tea 27. Uruguayan pronoun 28. “I seriously doubt this will highlight anything” 31. “You think this will glue things together?” 33. Rude boy’s music 34. Setting for the final chess matches in “The Queen’s Gambit” 35. Bit of work 37. Baking meas. 41. Baking measurements: Abbr. 44. “Seriously? You think this will hold anything?” 47. “How am I going to measure anything with this empty suit you installed?” 51. Wish one hadn’t 52. Obie-winning playwright Will 53. “Only Connect” channel, with “the” 54. Santander rival 56. Knock off balance 58. Get smart? 59. Legal proceedings 60. “And this will remove mistakes? I’m not old enough to even drink!” 64. Kings of ___

1. Side in the Super Bowl 2. Mike Trout’s team, on scoreboards 3. Beats on the field 4. ___ nous 5. Broadway star Lea 6. Tease 7. Stun 8. Run things 9. Bettor’s guides 10. Type of deal for superstar athletes 11. “Across 110th Street” singer Bobby 12. Military helicopter 13. Feature of someone who always loses keys? 18. Wisconsin governor Tony 22. Saturation point, in a business cycle 23. “___, Joy of Man’s Desiring” 24. Chapultepec Zoo animals 25. Punch in, as a guitar solo or backing vocals 29. Threw back some sliders 30. Hair metal band named for a rodent 32. Yorick, in “Hamlet,” e.g. 36. Strengthener of locks 38. Christine of “The Good Fight” 39. Did a DJ set 40. Take an unwanted look 42. Indian ox 43. Dad’s second wife 45. 39.37 inches, in England 46. Get Door Dash, say 47. Parts of a piano 48. Humanitarian org. focused on kids 49. Recovery room, briefly 50. ___ display (Mac screen feature) 55. Gambling game 57. Senator Paul who was an ophthalmologist 58. Droids and the like: Abbr. 61. “-”: Abbr. 62. Suffix for rocket or musket 63. Fork settings?: Abbr.

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SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Scorpio poet Anne Sexton wrote, “One has to get their own animal out of their own cage and not look for either an animal keeper or an unlocker.” That’s always expert advice, but it will be extra vital for you to heed in the coming weeks. The gorgeous semi-wild creature within you needs more room to run, more sights to see, more adventures to seek. For that to happen, it needs to spend more time outside of its cage. And you’re the best person to make sure that happens. ARIES (March 21-April 19): Blogger AnaSophia was asked, “What do you find attractive in a person?” I’ll reproduce her reply because it’s a good time to think about what your answer would be. I’m not implying you should be looking for a new lover. I’m interested in inspiring you to ruminate about what alliances you should cultivate during the coming months. Here’s what AnaSophia finds attractive: “strong desire but not neediness, passionate sensitivity, effortlessness, authenticity, innocence of perception, sense of humor, vulnerability and honesty, embodying one’s subtleties and embracing one’s paradoxes, acting unconditionally and from the heart.” TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Taurus author Roberto Bolaño confessed, “Sometimes I want greatness, sometimes just its shadow.” I appreciate his honesty. I think what he says is true about most of us. Is there anyone who is always ready for the heavy responsibility of pursuing greatness? Doubtful. To be great, we must periodically go through phases when we recharge our energy and take a break from being nobly ambitious. What about you, dear Taurus? If I’m reading the omens correctly, you will benefit from a phase of reinvention and reinvigoration. During the next three weeks, you’ll be wise to hang out in the shadows of greatness. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): “Have fun, even if it’s not the same kind of fun everyone else is having,” wrote religious writer C. S. Lewis. That advice is ten times more important right now than it usually is. For the sake of your body’s and soul’s health, you need to indulge in sprees of playful amusement and blithe delight and tension-relieving merriment. And all that good stuff will work its most potent magic if it stimulates pleasures that are unique to you—and not necessarily in line with others’ tastes. CANCER (June 21-July 22): “It is one thing to learn about the past,” wrote Cancerian journalist Kenneth Auchincloss. “It is another to wallow in it.” That’s stellar advice for you to incorporate in the coming weeks. After studying your astrological omens, I’m enthusiastic about you exploring the old days and old ways. I’m hoping that you will discover new clues you’ve overlooked before and that this further information will inspire you to re-envision your life story. But as you conduct your explorations, it’s also crucial to avoid getting bogged down in sludgy emotions like regret or resentment. Be inspired by your history, not demoralized by it. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Would you like to deepen and strengthen your capacity to concentrate? Cosmic rhythms will conspire in your favor if you work on this valuable skill in the coming weeks. You’ll be able to make more progress than would normally be possible. Here’s pertinent advice from author Harriet Griffey: “Whenever you feel like quitting, just do five more—five more minutes, five more exercises, five more pages—which will extend your focus.” Here’s another tip: Whenever you feel your concentration flagging, remember what it is you love about the task you’re doing. Ruminate about its benefits for you and others. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): What’s your favorite feeling? Here’s Virgo poet Mary Szybist’s answer to that question: hunger. She’s not speaking about the longing for food, but rather the longing for everything precious, interesting, and meaningful. She adores the mood of “not yet,” the experience of moving toward the desired thing. What would be your response to the question, Virgo? I’m guessing you may at times share Szybist’s perspective. But given the current astrological omens, your favorite feeling right now may be utter satisfaction—the gratifying sensation of getting what you’ve hungered for. I say, trust that intuition.

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LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): In the English language, the words “naked” and “nude” have different connotations. Art critic Kenneth Clark noted that “naked” people depicted in painting and sculpture are “deprived of clothes,” and embarrassed as a result. Being “nude,” on the other hand, has “no uncomfortable overtone,” but indicates “a balanced, prosperous, and confident body.” I bring this to your attention because I believe you would benefit from experiencing extra nudity and no nakedness in the days ahead. If you choose to take on this assignment, please use it to upgrade your respect and reverence for your beauty. PS: Now is also a favorable time to express your core truths without inhibition or apology. I urge you to be your pure self in all of your glory. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Sagittarian composer Ludwig van Beethoven (1770–1827) could be a marvelous friend. If someone he cared for was depressed or feeling lost, he would invite them to sit in his presence as he improvised music on the piano. There were no words, no advice— only emotionally stirring melodies. “He said everything to me,” one friend said about his gift. “And finally gave me consolation.” I invite you to draw inspiration from his example, Sagittarius. You’re at the peak of your powers to provide solace, comfort, and healing to allies who need such nurturing. Do it in whatever way is also a blessing for you. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Capricorn-born Jeanne Antoinette Poisson (1721–1764) became French King Louis XV’s favorite mistress. She was not born into aristocracy, but she wielded her Capricornian flair with supreme effectiveness. Ultimately, she achieved a noble title as well as high prestige and status in the French court. As is true for evolved Capricorns, her elevated role was well-deserved, not the result of vulgar social-climbing. She was a patron of architecture, porcelain artwork, and France’s top intellectuals. She ingratiated herself to the King’s wife, the Queen, and served as an honored assistant. I propose we make her your role model for the next four weeks. May she inspire you to seek a boost in your importance and clout that’s accomplished with full integrity. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): The bad news is that artist Debbie Wagner was diagnosed with two brain tumors in 2002. The good news is that surgery not only enabled her to survive, but enhanced her visual acuity. The great news is that on most days since 2005, she has painted a new image of the sunrise. I invite you to dream up a ritual to celebrate your own victory over adversity, Aquarius. Is there a generous gesture or creative act you could do on a semi-regular basis to thank life for providing you with the help and power you needed? PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): A selfdescribed “anarchist witch” named Lars writes on his Tumblr blog, “I am a ghost from the 1750s, and my life is currently in the hands of a group of suburban 13-year-olds using a ouija board to ask me if Josh from homeroom has a crush on them.” He’s implying that a powerful supernatural character like himself is being summoned to do tasks that are not worthy of him. He wishes his divinatory talents were better used. Are there any resemblances between you and him, Pisces? Do you ever feel as if you’re not living up to your promise? That your gifts are not being fully employed? If so, I’m pleased to predict that you could fix this problem in the coming weeks and months. You will have extra energy and savvy to activate your full potential.

Walk to End Alzheimer’s returns to Promenade Park

According to the Alzheimer’s Association, 32,000 people in Northwest Ohio live with the disease, and three times that number, as family and friends, work to care for them. The 2021 Toledo Walk to End Alzheimer’s will take place on Saturday, October 9 in Promenade Park at 400 Water St., beginning at 10am. Precautions to allow for social distancing will be strictly followed, in addition to hand sanitizing stations and contactless registration. The goal for this year’s event is to raise $240,000 for funding of Alzheimer’s care and research. To register, visit alz.org/walk.

Take aim in 3D

Want to put your archery skills to the test? Westwinds Metropark offers the chance to rent archery equipment and to try two target ranges: a traditional static range or a 3D course that features platforms, a boat, a blind and more. Rentals are available every Saturday and Sunday through October 31. Participants will need to demonstrate proficiency with their bow before being permitted to use the 3D range. $9, $6 for children 5-15. 10am-4pm each day. 9918 Geiser Rd., Holland. 419-360-9179. metroparkstoledo.com

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Sylvania Township is accepting applications for full-time Utility positions in the Road Department. A complete job description and an application for the position are available at www.sylvaniatownship.com. Please submit application and resume by 4:30 pm Friday, October 18, 2021, to: Human Resources, Sylvania Township 4927 N. Holland-Sylvania Rd., Sylvania, OH 43560 or by e-mail to: HR@sylvaniatownship.com. Sylvania Township, an Equal Opportunity Employer, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, political beliefs, marital/family/parental status, or other protected classes under state or federal law. Sylvania Township is committed to an inclusive welcoming work environment with cultural diversity and a drug-free, nicotine-free workplace.

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