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Milestones YWCA 2019

24 years of honoring Toledo women P.8

Eric Kripke P.17 Comes Home Toledo’s "Supernatural" creator at TMA

Go Green

Where to celebrate P.22 St. Patrick’s Day in Toledo

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Mar. 13-Mar. 26, 2019 • Vol. 22 • Issue 03

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

Who are you celebrating during Women’s History Month?

Publisher/Editor in Chief

Collette Jacobs (cjacobs@toledocitypaper.com) ALL THE WOMEN WHO’VE COME BEFORE ME THAT SACRIFICED SO MUCH TO ENSURE THAT WOMEN ARE HEARD AND RECOGNIZED.

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Editorial

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MARKETPLACE CHANGES Dan Stout’s Titanshade

Ohio Author holds book release at Fusion Bistro on Tuesday, March 18

By Nicholas Rys

On Aging, Family, and Molotov Cocktails The Velocity of Autumn

By Steven E. Sloan

Cashing in a Golden Ticket

Calendar Editor Sarah Emily (calendar@adamsstreetpublishing.com) FEMINIST BODY-EQUALITY ORGANIZER LINA ESCO.

UPDATES IN LOCAL BUSINESS

AAA has acquired Smitty’s Automotive, a well-known auto repair business with two area car care centers, located on Jackman Rd. and W. Sylvania Ave. aaa.com The Maumee location of Jed’s Barbeque and Brew Maumee, at 1556 S. Reynolds Rd., has closed.

Brew House Coffee & Bake Shop has opened at 320 Conant St., in downtown Maumee. The locally owned shop offers unique coffees, cheesecakes, and traditional bakery items. 419-740-3222.

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Contributing Writers: Nicholas Rys, Steven E. Sloan, Jeff McGinnis, Jason Webber, Erin Marsh, Tom Szor, Johnny Hildo, Christine Senack, and Rob Brezsny.

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Production Manager: Imani Lateef (imani@adamsstreetpublishing.com) DR. HELEN COOKS, FOUNDER OF THE TOLEDO EXCEL SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM.

Veteran actress to appear at Stranahan in production of Chocolate Factory

By Jeff McGinnis

Generation Axe

Husband and wife team bring sharp trend to Toledo

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CITY WATCH The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks - Celebrate Women’s History Month with a screening of this movie about Henrietta Lacks, the African-American woman whose cancer cells are the source of the HeLa cell line, immortalized in medical research. This event is hosted by Groomed for Greatness. 5:30-8pm.

Heatherdowns Branch Library, 3265 Glanzman Rd., 313-623-9313.

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Friday, 3.15

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Vinyl and music shop No Noise Records is opening on Friday, March 15 at 4332 Monroe St., near 1-475.

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Distribution Tracy D. Kimble (distribution@adamsstreetpublishing.com) GLORIA STEINEM.

Mediterranean eatery Poco Piatti will open their third location in downtown Toledo near at 329 N. Huron St., formerly Cilantro’s and Diva’s, on April 1. pocopiatti.com

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Classifieds: Eddie Knight (eknight@adamsstreetpublishing.com) CAROL DANVERS.

Local distillery Toledo Spirits plans to open the Bellwether Cocktail Bar near the end of March. The cocktail lounge, located at 1301 N. Summit St., will serve drinks made with their small batch spirits. Toledospirits.com

4. The Paczki— more than a pastry

Say Her Name: The Life and Death of Sandra Bland - The Toledo Alumnae Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. in collaboration with the University of Toledo Eberly Center and Office of Diversity & Inclusion, presents a screening of this documentary on Sandra Bland, a politically active 28-year-old African American who, after being arrested for a traffic violation in a small Texas town, was found hanging in her jail cell three days later. 6pm. University of Toledo Student Union Room 2592, 3059 W. Bancroft St., facebook.com/GlassCityPoodles

Monday, 3.18 / University of Toledo

Womxn of Color Symposium Join for a day of dialogue, empowerment and professional development, featuring NYC-based poet, performer and educator Denice Frohman. The program is supported by the Office of Diversity and Inclusion, the Division of Student Affairs, the Catharine S. Eberly Center and the Center for International Studies and Programs. For more information email diversity@utoledo. edu. Register at utoledo.edu/diversity/events

by Thursday, March 14. 1-7pm.

UT Student Union, 2801 W. Bancroft St., utoledo.edu/diversity/events

Wednesday, 3.20

Stronger Together Breakfast - Register in advance for The Cancer Connection of Northwest Ohio’s annual breakfast fundraiser.

7am, doors. 7:30am, breakfast. Premier Banquet Hall, 4480 Heatherdowns Blvd., cancerconnectionofnorthwestohio.com Free

United Way of Greater Toledo, 424 Jackson St., 419-248-2424. aalc-lunchwithleaders-march2019. eventbrite.com africanamericancouncil@ unitedwaytoledo.org.

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Wednesday, 3.27

Navigating the Road to a Healthy WorkLife Balance - Learn how to successfully excel in your career without sacrificing time with family, pursuing personal interests and taking care of our mental health, during this candid discussion and networking opportunity.

Free for members of the African American Leadership Council, $10 for non-members.

Register by Tuesday, March 19. 11:30am-1pm.

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Living Wax Museum - History comes alive with this living wax museum, featuring impactful women in history. Enjoy a photo booth, trivia, and light refreshments during this educational evening hosted by Groomed for Greatness. 5:30-8pm. Sanger Branch Library, 3030 W. Central Ave., 313-623-9313.

Groomedforgreatness.org Free

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Swap your bike

Looking to trade in your old ride? Cyclists look no further than Wersell’s Bicycle Swap.

Trade in your bike for cash or store credit for awesome gear or one of their many comfort and hybrid bikes. Find brands like Giant, Electra, Kona, Jamis, BMX bikes, and more at the oldest bike shop in Toledo. 10am. Saturday, March 23. Wersell’s Bike Shop, 2860 W. Central Ave. 419-474-7412. Wersellsbikeandskishop.com See Facebook event page for updates. Free

These RED Gloves

Open to men and women 18 and older, this introduction to the group Heroes & Cheroes is for those who have experienced non-consensual sexual encounters. This effort, led by These RED Gloves and co-hosted by Transformations Natural Hair Salon, encourages people to share and to begin the process of developing life plans to deal with the trauma. Monthly meetings will follow this introduction to the program. 6pm-8pm. Saturday, March 16.

These RED Gloves, 1000 S. Reynolds Rd. 419-460-8114. facebook.com/theseredgloves.

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Dialogue on distrust

Old West End Neighborhood Initiatives (OWENI) presents On Distrust Between Law Enforcement and the Community, an event for anyone interested in a dialogue between police officers and community members. The panel of three officers and three community leaders will discuss how distrust developed, what it looks like in the Toledo area, and how to make positive change around the dynamic. The audience is invited to address the panel. Refreshments provided. 6pm-8pm. Tuesday, March 19. Kent Library, 3101 Collingwood Blvd. 419-324-9894.

Ttoledoawp.com/partners/oweni. Free

Justice for all

Practicing criminal defense attorney Ronnie L. Wingate, a University of Toledo College of Law graduate and winner of the 2017 Liberty and Justice Award from the Maumee Valley Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, leads this Lourdes lecture on criminal justice reform.

Wingate will address the recently passed First Step Act and other matters related to U.S. prison reform: a system which holds almost 25% of the world’s prison population. Refreshments served at 9:15am. Lecture 10am-11am.

Friday, March 15. Lourdes University Franciscan Center, 6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania.

419-824-3707. lourdes.edu. Free for members and first-time attendees.

Addressing Anti-LEBOR

Toledo’s annual Democracy Day hearing will address the ad campaigns against the Lake Erie Bill of Rights charter amendment initiative.

All citizens are welcome to speak at the hearing, which is set to include discussions of the backlash via radio ads, mailouts, and social media campaigns to the recently passed bill. Advocates for LEBOR, which provides new methods to file suit against polluters of Lake Erie, are expected to make a big showing at the hearing.

4pm. Wednesday, March 13. City Council Chambers, 1st Floor, 1 Government Center. To learn more, contact Tony Szilagye, organizer of Toledo Move to Amend, at 419-376-3660.

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CITY POLITICS

And then there’s the real wild card in City Politics.

To recap, we have handicapped the races for Toledo’s District Council races over the past several columns. We have covered Districts One through Five, with our usual fearless and well-reasoned prognostications.

That leaves District Six. A head scratcher if ever there was one.

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time running as an Independent; perennial candidate Jim Nowak; and someone called Alex Rivera.

We wonder how many voters that voted for Chris Delaney thought they were voting for libertarian loudmouth Bill Delaney, he of the eponymous bar who refused to enforce the state smoking ban. That Delaney has been on the ballot before, and is certainly well-known in the District. And, we expect, better known than this Delaney, who most had never heard of before his appointment.

Chris Delaney is sort of the anti-Lindsay Webb. While Webb was known for her shoot from the lip, speak-first-andgather-facts-later approach to issues, Delaney rarely speaks publicly at all.

Webb once made a loud public stance on behalf of former Washington Local superintendent Patrick Hickey, before his legal and moral jeopardy came to light.

Whoopsie! Delaney, to the contrary, has taken no public stances of note, loud or otherwise.

We hear Delaney is a thoughtful, hardworking councilman behind the scenes.

Will that translate into support in a district that is accustomed to Webb’s brash, boastful, media-savvy style?

Delaney is certainly vulnerable. He has never won a majority of votes in District Six. Winning a special election, with low voter turnout and a crowded field, is one thing. Winning head-to-head is another. Just ask PHH. The right candidate, with union cred like Delaney, but a larger personality, could knock him off.

Delaney has six months before the Primary Election to impress the voters.

During that time he’s got a tall mountain to climb, and there will be others chasing him. We expect Ball will be back, along with a formidable challenge from a R-Party Chair Mark Wagoner-backed Republican.

It’s go time!

Delaney won with a plurality because there was no primary to winnow the field of four candidates. Those candidates included the ubiquitous David Ball, this

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Current Incumbent, Councilman Chris Delaney. District Six is a hard read. It stretches from Point Place down the Alexis Road corridor, with parts of the Old North End and Library Village thrown in. The District leans Democrat, but mostly because it is home to a heavy unionized worker presence. It includes the GM Powertrain plant, as well as a large population of union trades workers.

The District is socially conservative and pro-union. It has been represented by the staunch Republican Joe Birmingham, until he was ousted by finishing out of the running in the two thousand seven primary election. Birmingham finished third behind Green Party Candidate David Ball and eventual winner in the General Election, Democrat Lindsay Webb.

Webb is the wife of a union tradesman and longtime resident of the Point, both pluses in the District. She was re-elected easily in twenty eleven and twenty fifteen. Then came her on again, off again, on at last appointment to replace Wade K as Lucas County Treasurer early last year, leaving the District Six seat open.

Enter Democrat Chris Delaney, retired TPD police officer and Webb’s choice to replace her. The heavily Democratic Council appointed Delaney to the seat, which he won in a special election in May twenty eighteen with a bit over forty percent of the vote.

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Milestones YWCA 2019

A Tribute to Toledo Women The YWCA marks their 24th year of honoring Toledo women, publicly recognizing those in the community “who have demonstrated outstanding leadership qualities and contributed to the empowerment of women.”

These profiles highlight this year’s honorees.

By Erin Marsh

Mary Fedderke

Sciences

Executive, Toledo Zoo and United Way

Mary describes her job eloquently, explaining, “It’s about somebody connecting all of the wonderful things we have in this community [in order] to make things happen. It’s about getting together and working with other nonprofits to provide services for our entire community.”

Mary worked diligently to make the Toledo Zoo “not just ADA accessible, but ADA friendly.” She clarifies, “Every single person is welcome, and [we want every guest to have an] equally good experience. For individuals in a wheelchair or for very young children, they often can’t see everything as clearly and from the same perspective as able-bodied adults.

We took this into consideration at our aquarium — many of our exhibits are very close to the ground.”

Mary’s passion for her work is evident, and she adds,

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“My interest in nature, animals and the community really goes back to my childhood. We had a wonderful childhood, and most of our recreational time was spent outdoors— at the metroparks and with the Boys & Girls Club. It’s in my DNA... and I wanted to do something involved with nature.

I”ve loved every minute of my 16 years inspiring others to join us in caring for others and conserving the natural world.” She advises the young women of today to “find their passion and pursue that. All avenues are open and available!”

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Formerly Director of Institutional Advancement at Toledo Zoo, currently VP of Resource Development at United Way, Mary Fedderke was responsible for community relationships and fundraising for The Toledo Zoo while also overseeing memberships, corporate sponsorships, and personally serving as the President of the Zoo Foundation.

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Social Service

Robin Reese has worked in the field of child protection services for 37 years, asserting, “in all of my years in service, not one day of it ever felt like work!”

“I was born to do this,” Robin explains. “If you talk to my mother, she says I’ve been in service my entire life. I had teenage parents— who are still together to this day— and the role that I played [growing up] was really trying to manage things. I was never really like a kid.”

Robin Reese

Executive Director of Lucas County Children Services

“I was drawn to this work... it’s just who I am,” she explains.

“It’s second nature to me to help. Social workers are professional helpers. I have the God-given gift of help.”

Robin’s clear enthusiasm and love for her job, coupled with her hard work and determination, helped her rise through the ranks— a path not previously open to a woman. Robin admits, “In my lifetime, I have been told over and over again that I couldn’t do something, even during my tenure here. But I persevered.”

Government

She advises other young women— “You have to listen to your own voice that tells you [that] you can do something...you have to be a self starter. Don’t let any body discourage you.

Listen to and respect what is in you, and then when you get in charge, run it your way. You don’t have to do it like a man; do it your way.”

Arts Jean Holden-Hanna

Singer, entertainer and vocal coach Jean Holden-Hanna is a well-known and revered singer from the Toledo area. Her impressive voice rivals those of the famous, making her truly a Toledo legend.

Yet these days, Jean is “not interested in getting out and performing.” She laughs, “I’m 79-years-old; I don’t want to do that anymore. Been there, done that!” These days, Jean’s passion is coaching. She trains young children, older children, adults, helping them practice delivering lectures and preparing them for [voice] auditions.”

Jean has been singing since she was a 12-year-old in Louisiana, and she trained to sing opera, receiving several scholarships to prestigious schools, including Juilliard and Oberlin, but Jean explains, “I turned them all down to get married and have kids because I thought that would be better. I have had a guilty conscience since then...about that unwise decision. However, I had two adorable children out of that marriage, so I don’t regret [it].”

Thankfully for Toledo, she stayed in the area, allowing Toledo residents to enjoy her music and expertise for decades. Jean has many impressive notches in her belt, such as singing with the Toledo Opera for six years and being the first black person to appear on UT’s theater stage.

Jean concludes by admitting that “opera wasn’t truly a part of my soul,” she is grateful for that training. “I always tell them, ‘We only come here with one set of vocal chords.’

If you’re going to sing, you need to learn to sing the right way…. good training will stick with them through the rest of their years.”

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Justice Judith Lanzinger Retired, Ohio Supreme Court

Justice Judith Lanzinger is the only person to ever be elected to all of Ohio’s four court levels: Municipal, Common Pleas, Court of Appeals and the Ohio Supreme Court, for a total of 31 years of judicial service.

In the 60’s when Justice Lanzinger was growing up, she explains that “women generally could be secretaries, nurses or teachers. Now there is hardly a place that is closed to women.These expanded options can cause stress, particularly in those just beginning to decide what to do in life.”Justice Lanzinger’s professional journey is an interesting one: enjoying herself one night at a gathering with friends, someone informed her that “pre-law classes” were not required to enroll in law school; you simply needed a Bachelor’s degree.

She recalls, “As the first in my family to go to college, this was real news, and my husband, Robert, encouraged me [to enroll in law school], even though my daughter Mara was 5 and my son Josh was 2.” Fast-forward years later and their daughter Mara is now a lawyer and their son Josh a judge. Justice Lanzinger jokes, “I’m glad that Robert put up with all the legalese in the family!’

Justice Lanzinger offers wise words for today’s busy woman: “You can play many roles in life ‚— daughter, sibling, spouse, parent, caregiver, friend, employee, professional, expert — and they can overlap and sometimes conflict. So being all things to all is impossible. No one can be superwoman because choices are necessary and we have to live with the consequences of our choices. My mom always said ‘just do the best you can.’ I think it would be a pretty good world if we all did that.”

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Volunteerism

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Suzette Cowell CEO of Toledo Urban

In 1996, a community of black church leaders and community activists envisioned a credit union as one method to strengthen the Toledo community, and from that vision, Toledo Urban Federal Credit Union was created.

Suzette Cowell, CEO of Toledo Urban, has helped rally the Toledo community behind it, “holding fundraisers to raise its fiscal rating from a two-star ‘problematic’ designation to a four-star ‘excellent’ rating, and growing its assets from $1 million when it started to a current $4.9 million.”

Lexi Hayman-Staples Director/Designer & Volunteer

Lexi Hayman-Staples, Director/Designer & Volunteer, honored for her volunteerism, asserts, “I think volunteering is the most meaningful way that you can give back to your community.” She adds, “I’ve been volunteering in one way or another since I was a kid. My parents volunteered and I have always looked up to both of them.”

Toledo Urban Federal Credit Union is designed to serve the lower to moderate income members of the community and central city, and they now have a new location inside The Nexus Health Care Center downtown.

Suzette explains, “We’re going to be changing the community, that’s so important. It’s major because a lot of people have health issues and financial issues, [and] now they can come in and get their financial issues taken care of when they come to the doctor.”

Lexi raves about her work, exclaiming, “I love, love, love everything that I’ve had the opportunity to be involved in. Through the Collingwood Arts Center, I’ve connected with so many local artists, volunteers and people who are passionate about history.”

Education

“Toledo Pride makes me feel fulfilled because I’m able to watch acceptance continue to grow, and our events inspire LGBTQ+ people, young and old. Equality Toledo continues to move the local LGBTQ+ community forward,” she beams.

Lynn Fisher

West side montessory founder West Side Montessori, Founder and Head of School Lynn Fisher, founder and head of school of West Side Montessori, who was honored by YWCA for her service in education, ironically exclaims, “I was determined not to be a teacher! Becoming a parent changed my perspective about what children need to thrive, and Montessori education gave me the tools to make it happen.”

“Through Northwest Ohio Community Shares, the whole city is impacted through a variety of nonprofit organizations, and Project iAm touches local families affected by autism,” Lexi concludes.

For Lexi, the recipe for success is simple: “stay focused and put in the work.” She hopes “everyone... realizes the power that [we] each possess. Each of us can truly make a substantial difference…[and] I think there is a general realization that women are as capable and influential as men. It’s powerful to know that younger generations will grow up feeling fewer limitations.”

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From that parental revelation, West Side Montessori was born, and “Montessori education aims to build a world that is inclusive and just.”

Lynn advises the young women of today to “look at your values and your aptitude. Don’t aim for a profession of prestige, but rather for one that will give you personal satisfaction.”

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When asked about the name of his newly-opened eatery , Bite Me Twice, Nassif “Nick”Chamoun replies with a smile, “It means, ‘Stop licking your lips.

We’re going to feed you twice.’” In the tradition of warm Lebanese hospitality Nick personally greets everyone coming through the door of his establishment at 2007 North Holland-Sylvania Road at Bancroft. To his arabic-speaking customers he exclaims, “Ahlen Wasahlen” or “Welcome!”, while he makes all guests feel at home.

Nick owned and operated Aladdin restaurant on Talmadge Road before opening Bite Me Twice in October.

His new location offers Nick’s same understated elegant design, classy and inviting.

Middle Eastern savory

The menu is American-Lebanese, including familiar favorites like grape leaves (vegan style) and fried kibbe with crunchy pickled turnips. The grilled aroma of shish tawook and shish kabob waft from the kitchen, while lesser known items such as makanek (Lebanese sausage with tomato and lemon), sambuskina (delicately spiced chicken with onions, tomato and fried pine nuts in a pita pie), and sfiha (seasoned ground beef pita pie) are also available.

Health plus taste

Bite Me Twice attracts a large mid-day crowd, a healthy alternative for those on-the-go. Nick’s motto is “Eat healthy. Live well” and his menu caters to carb counters and those who seriously consider their food choices.

Menu descriptions for appetizers, soups, pita rolls and salads conjure up the fresh wholesomeness of Farmer’s Market booths in late August. The “V-Twelve” soup is a mix of carrots, celery, tomatoes, zucchini, yellow squash, potatoes, green peppers, onions, cauliflower, sweet peas and parsley.

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All menu items are clearly marked as vegetarian, vegan, gluten free or containing nuts. Olive oil the only oil used in the restaurant’s cooking. Mouthwatering pizzas with exotic names and unexpected Middle Eastern ingredients are baked on toasted pita. Rich spices, common to Lebanese cuisine, abound in Bite Me Twice dishes, including allspice, white and black pepper, cumin and thyme(zaatar).

The juice bar offers shots of liquid energy blended from fresh veggies such as, carrots, celery, spinach and parsley, along with sweeter drink options like fruit smoothies. Of course, a Lebanese restaurant never lacks in dessert options. Bite Me Twice is no exception, displaying cakes, cheesecakes and four kinds of baklava.

If you are looking for fine, casual dining in an aesthetically pleasing space with loads of healthy choices, try Bite Me Twice. As an added plus, prices are reasonable.

11am-9pm, Monday-Thursday.

11am-10pm, Friday-Saturday.

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Culinary Events

Farm-to-Table Festivities Get an authentic farm-to-table experience with produce from Riehm’s Farm and special offerings from Plat8’s Chef Anthony.

Hope Lutheran Church hosts this event with creative dishes from Chef Anthony combined with farm fresh ingredients from Riehm’s, a farm with five generations’ worth of expertise in sustainable practices. Make sure to RSVP so you don’t miss out on this epic meal. $45. 5pm. Sunday, March 24. Hope Lutheran Church, 2201 Secor Rd. RSVP at Plat8 or call them at 419-214-0370. Funacres.net —EH

Have you always aspired to wow your friends by making the perfect cocktail? Become a mixologist by attending the craft cocktail workshops at Registry Bistro. Enjoy tasty appetizers as Registry’s experienced cocktail masters teach you about the history of the drinks and give you handson instruction. Each class focuses on a different liquor. $25 per person plus tax and gratuity.

6pm-8pm. Third Wednesday of every month.

Registry Bistro, 144 N. Superior St. 419-725-0444. registrybistro.com

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Chef Aaron Lawson reimagines the traditional Irish meal, the Jiggs Dinner. These impressive eight courses are each paired with Irish whiskey cocktails. $85. 6:30-9:30pm. 444 N. Summit St. 419-243-7664. toledocitytix.com

Chef Eric Kish prepares a five course meal, paired with owner Phil Barone’s favorite wine picks. Hear the Barone family story first hand. $100. 6:30-8:30pm.

606 N. McCord Rd. 419-866-5007. facebook.com/rosiesitaliangrille

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For your sweet tooth

Eco Discovery is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth with the Maple Sugaring Festival at Olander Park. Learn the history of extracting through the methods of Native American and pioneer settlers and also get a chance to boil down the sap from the park’s own tapped maples. Listen to stories, play games, and peruse the Maple Market with the family, then enjoy a Pancake Cook-off by local chefs. 11am-3pm. Saturday, March 16. Olander Park Nederhouser Community Hall, 6930 Sylvania Ave. 419-882-8313.

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Treat yourself to a night at the Toledo Zoo Aquarium, where you can enjoy the soothing ambiance of the exhibits with a glass of wine in hand. With delicious hors-d’oeuvres, live music and a chance to socialize with other wine connoisseurs, this is the perfect date night or chance to get together with friends. $45 for members. $50 for non-members.

7pm. Friday, March 22. Toledo Zoo. 2700 Broadway. Purchase tickets by calling 419-385-5721, Ext. 6001 or visiting toledozoo.org/event.

Rasa After Dark Rasa Restaurant

Experience Rasa after dark. Toledo Spirits will mix up the cocktails while the kitchen cooks up delicious appetizers and more. Musician Nick Flora provides a relaxed, groovin’ atmosphere. Prices vary. 7-11pm.

2633 W. Bancroft St. 419-725-0525. rasatoledo.com

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Cookoff for a Cause The Pub at the Paula Brown Shop

Support the local Boys and Girls Clubs at this culinary cook off. Five area celebrity chefs will compete for the title of ‘Best Chili.’ $10. 6-9pm. 912 Monroe St. 419-241-8100. paulabrownshop.com

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The overnight package includes a stay at the lodge, Saturday dinner and Sunday breakfast served up with a fun mobster-themed murder mystery theatre performance. Individual $194, couple $269, trio $334 and four people for $419. 6pm. 1400 State Park Rd., Oregon. 419-836-1466. facebook.com/maumeebaystateparklodge

This sumptuous five course dinner just got a lot more exciting with the addition of a puzzling, thrilling murder mystery onboard the train! Will the murder be solved or will the bad guys get away? $70.

6-10pm. 301 E. Adrian St., Blissfield. 888-467-2451. murdermysterytrain.com

The Deadly Irish Rose Murder Mystery Maumee Bay State Park Lodge

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Jigg’s Dinner The Scene at Hollywood Casino

Enjoy corned beef, cabbage, carrots and potatoes covered in a rich, savory sauce will be served. $16.99. Available 11am-11pm. 1968 Miami St. 419-661-5200. hollywoodcasino.com

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Fatanyeros Dinner Hungarian Club

The Hungarian Club’s annual dinner is a chance to socialize and dine on traditional foods. The menu includes hurka, kolbasz, cabbage and more. $25.

5-8pm. 224 Paine Ave. 419-698-5195. facebook.com/hungariancluboftoledo

Tastings

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Sample and compare classic European Wines.

Prices vary. 5:30-7:30pm.

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Taster’s’ choice top four wines are pitted against each other for the final prize. Prices vary. 5:30-7:30pm.

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Animal symbols have been emblazoned on wine labels for centuries. Sample some of the best wines the boar, the stag, and the bull have to offer. Prices vary.

4:30-7:30pm. 26625 Dixie Hwy., Perrysburg.

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Explore the wide range of blended wines. Taste the perfect pairing when different grapes come together. Prices vary. 4:30-7:30pm. 26625 Dixie Hwy., Perrysburg. 419-872-6900. waltchurchillsmarket.com

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Five flights will be paired with sweet cookies. What’s your favorite combo? Prices vary. 5:30-7:30pm.

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Corn Beef & Cabbage Day Wines Walt Churchill’s Maumee

Slices ready from 11am-2pm

What pairs well with a hearty, traditional meal?

Find out at this tasting! Prices vary. 2-6pm.

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Green Party Basil Pizza

Along with a Paddy’s Day inspired beer tasting, Basil will feature several sustainable wineries that implement green practices. $25-$35. 5-8pm.

3145 Hollister Lane, Perrysburg. 419- 873-6218. basilpizzaandwinebar.com

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Pinot Noir and Pinot Grigio Walt Churchill’s Maumee

These two wines are best enjoyed all year round.

From dry to sweet, crisp to mellow, find the one for your tastes. Prices vary. 2-6pm. 3320 Briarfield Blvd., Maumee. 419-794-4000. waltchurchillsmarket.com

Wine & Canvas H Lounge at Hollywood Casino

Get creative with a perfect glass of red, or white!

All materials will be provided for you to create a customized butterfly painting. 1968 Miami St. 419-661-5200.$35. 2-5pm. wineandcanvas.com

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Spring Selections Basil Pizza

Celebrate the new spring season with select vintages that will make you think of warmer days to come. $35. 5-8pm. 3145 Hollister Lane, Perrysburg.

419- 873-6218. basilpizzaandwinebar.com

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Ingmar Bergman’s 1966 masterpiece Persona transposes the lives of two women, Alma and Elisabet onto each other as the pair become utterly indistinguishable— both physically and mentally. Shot on the remote island of Faro (home to Bergman) in black and white, Persona amazed and baffled critics alike, becoming one of the most analyzed and talked about films of the decade. In true Bergman fashion, the cinematography and story blend together elements of psychological horror, beauty, fantasy and isolation all within the film’s 80+ minutes. Fans of Persona and Bergman will be delighted to watch the movie projected from a 16mm film reel. Part of the ‘Fridays on Film Series’ at the University, which highlights classic films. $8-$12. 7:30pm. Friday, March 15. Center for Performing Arts at the University of Toledo, 1910 W. Rocket Dr. 419- 530-2787. utoledo.tix.com —SE

Visionary works

Pairing down over 3,000 submissions from over 65 countries, the Ann Arbor 57th Film Festival will showcase over 100 Short Films and 10 Full-Length Features in just six short days. Titles include: Last Days of Chinatown, Nicole Macdonald; My Friend the Polish Girl, Ewa Banaszkiewicz and Mateusz Dymek; and Caballerango, Juan Pablo González. Each work demonstrates superb use of experimental technique and outstanding cinematography. Since the its founding in 1963, the Festival remains the oldest experimental film festival featuring exclusively independent filmmakers from around the world. $8-$12, individual admission. $85-$100, festival passes. Tuesday, March 26 - Sunday, March 31. 734-995-5356. For a full list of screenings and receptions, visit aafilmfest.org

Bach-esque

The Chronicle of Anna Magdalena Bach, a musical and 1968 art house film, imagines the life of real-life musical duo Johann and Anna Bach.

The narrative follows the hip and happening music scene of 18th Century Leipzig, Germany establishing itself in the Bach home, the couple’s dynamics and the career of Johann Bach. Shot in black and white by French directors Jean-Marie Straub and Danièle Huillet, the film is filled with unwavering, long takes accompanied by an all-classical score. $5. 7pm. Friday, March 22. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org –SE

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REEL APPEAL Kripke Comes Home Toledo’s ‘Supernatural’ creator at TMA

By Jeff McGinnis

Toledo native Eric Kripke tries to visit the Glass City regularly. Though his family is still here, returning home can be a tall order for one of the most in-demand talents in Hollywood— creator of the long-running CW thriller Supernatural, writer and producer of the recent family spookfest, The House with a Clock in Its Walls. Kripke will stop, during his next return to Toledo, at the Toledo Museum of Art. “A Conversation with Eric Kripke” on Saturday, March 16 at 1 pm. In the museum’s Peristyle Theater, will be hosted by Haley Taylor of WGTE, featuring Kripke’s reflections on the role his hometown played in his creative development, along with a discussion of clips from his most famous works (as well as a preview of his upcoming series, The Boys, for Amazon Studios).

“My uncle, Harley Kripke, works with the museum a lot and is on their board,” Kripke said. “And I was coming home this weekend, anyway, because I’m doing an event at Sylvania Schools.

And so he asked the museum if they’d be interested in bringing me in, and I’m very grateful that they said yes.”

‘Supernatural’ origins

Kripke’s earliest days as a filmmaker came while growing up in Toledo.

The graduate of Sylvania Southview High School spent much of his childhood making VHS movies with his friends. A very low-budget monster movie here, a western shot on location at Camp Miakonda there.

“They were just goofy little movies (shot) on a camcorder— we didn’t have any of the technology that kids have today. All of the editing had to be done with the camera, where you hit stop, and then hit start again for your next shot. We certainly couldn’t put any graphics or visual effects in those little movies,” Kripke said.

“I really think my friends were just tolerant of me, that’s how I look back on it,” he said with a laugh. “Like, they were really good friends to put up with me, as I was directing them and making them put on cowboy hats.”

Kripke’s early Hollywood career saw some successes (writing the screenplay for the 2005 film Boogeyman) and some failures (a 2003 Tarzan series which was swiftly cancelled).

But it was of course his creation of Supernatural— the CW series about demon-hunting brothers Sam and Dean Winchester— that put Kripke on the map to stay. The show has run for 14 seasons and recently celebrated the taping of its 300th episode.

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Eric Kripke created the CW series “Supernatural,” which debuted in 2005 and recently celebrated the taping of its 300th episode.

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“It’s completely surreal, and very humbling that fans have stuck with the show for that long. I think they deserve all the credit,” Kripke said.

“I mean, show me a writer and I’ll show you someone who’s insecure and hates their work. It’s not like I have any feelings like, ‘Didn’t I make something awesome?’ My feelings are like, ‘Boy, was I lucky,’ and ‘Boy, thank God for the fans.’

“At the time, obviously, you never have any idea that it’s gonna turn into anything like that. You just try to make the best thing you can and hope for the best, and fight for it as hard as you can.”

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The success of Supernatural has opened numerous doors for Kripke in the years following its debut, including the chance to write and produce a big screen version of his favorite childhood book, The House with a Clock in Its Walls, starring Jack Black. Kripke credits the 1973 novel with having a huge impact on him.

“I found it in the Sylvania-Whiteford Elementary library. And I can still remember finding it, and devouring it, and devouring everything else the author, John Bellairs, wrote. He was from Marshall, Michigan, which is not that far from us in Toledo, and set a lot of his stories in a fictionalized version of Marshall. So, they were these midwestern supernatural thrillers, which really spoke to me.”

But above all, Kripke hopes that attendees to his Museum presentation will come away with a better understanding and appreciation of how much his hometown shaped his creative path.

“It’s such a core part of what I do.

And they can see in the TV shows and movies I make, how much Toledo is really in all that stuff, in terms of the tone, in terms of the characters. I’m always returning to versions of people I grew up with, and what it felt like, and what I think it’s like growing up there. “A lot of my work has a sort of emphasis on family and friends and loyalty. I learned all those things in Toledo.”

“A Conversation with Eric Kripke” will take place at 1pm on Saturday, March 16 at the Peristyle in the Toledo Museum of Art. Admission is free. For more information, visit toledomuseum.org.

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THEATER NOTES

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Earnestly earnest

Oscar Wilde’s most famous and loved comedy, The Importance of Being Earnest, stays relevant more than a century later due to its biting satire, balance between sincerity and trivalty, and fantastic dialogue. See The Village Players Theatre update the classic tale for the contemporary stage during a two weekend run. $20, general. $18, seniors and students. March 1523. 8pm, Friday and Saturday. 2pm, Sunday.

The Village Players Theatre, 2740 Upton Ave., 419-472-6817. Thevillageplayers.org

Sweet tooth

Got a craving for the sweet story of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory?

Willy Wonka will bring his mysterious and marvelous factory to the Toledo stage straight from Broadway with a new score from the songwriters of Hairspray. Get your Golden Ticket to see Roald Dahl’s treasured tale at the Stranahan Theater during a five-day run. Times and prices vary. Tuesday, March 19-Saturday, March 23. 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd., 419-381-8851.

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Family Drama

The Serengeti stage

More than 95 million people around the world have witnessed the visual artistry, heard the unforgettable music, and experienced the unique storytelling of one of Broadway’s favorite shows, Disney’s The Lion King. See the Serengeti come to Toledo, along with giraffes, birds, gazelles, and all your favorite characters, during this Broadway in Toledo series run.

Times and prices vary. March 25-April 12. The Stranahan Theater, 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd., 419-381-8851. BroadwayInToledo.com

Eric Coble’s The Velocity of Autumn centers around 80-year-old Alexandra, an artist who holes up in her Brooklyn apartment with booze for days, refusing to leave. Despite her family’s pleas that she leave because she shouldn’t live on her own, Alexandra puts up a passionate fight. This staged reading performed by Paul Causman and Madge Levinson will have you on the edge of your seat with its witty and heartfelt banter. Proceeds go to Jewish Family Service of Greater Toledo. $18.50. 8pm. Saturday, March 16. 3pm.

Sunday, March 17. The Valentine Theatre.

Studio A. 410 N. Superior St. 419-242-3490.

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THEATER EVENTS Saturday, 3.15

The Popovich Comedy Pet Theater - Animal advocate, author, and pet trainer Gregory Popovich proves that cruelty-free animal entertainment is possible, and fabulous, with this comedic European-style circus acts show. $35. 7pm. Ohio Theatre, 3114 Lagrange St., 419-255-8406 Ext. 305. Tickets available at toledocitytix.com

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The Ugly Duckling with the Ballet Theatre of Toledo - Choreographer Nigel Burgoine and composer David Jex collaborate to bring a classic story of to the stage in a new way.

While this one-hour show was created for grades K-5, audiences of all ages will enjoy it. $10, children. $15, adult. 2-5pm. The Valentine Theatre, 410 Adams St., 419-242-ARTS. Valentinetheatre.com

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Talking about weed, sluts, and robots with the legendary comic

By Athena Cocoves Legendary comic and author, Paula Poundstone will soon make a stop in Toledo. Known for her witty and intellectually observational humor, Poundstone has made a name for herself with her unique brand of stand up comedy since the 80s, earning herself the American Comedy Award for "Best Female StandUp Comic” in 1989. Currently, Poundstone is a frequent panelist on NPR’s weekly news show, Wait Wait… Don’t Tell Me, hosts her own podcast, and recently released her second book, The Totally Unscientific Study of The Search for Human Happiness.

Before Poundstone comes to The Stranahan Theater on Saturday, March 15, we caught up with the award-winning comic to ask her about snooping in homes and why laughing is so damn fun.

You’ve been active in comedy for four decades. What are the best and worst cities you’ve performed in? Cities surprise you. Places where I wouldn't think I’d have a great time end up being great. I learned that lesson so long ago that I’m generally not too weary of things. I would say that is is not so much the city that matters, but where you are in the city and which neardowells have gathered that night.

I prefer working in theaters instead of clubs. People ask me all the time, “Do you have anyone open for you?” I say, “Nope.” I have this really great crowd that comes out to see me and I’m not giving up any minutes with them. Why would I? It’s a horrible idea. It’s just me and the audience. I don’t need anyone warming them up. I’ll warm them up!

We get pretty warm.

Do you ever make people laugh so hard that you’re jealous of them?

No, but that’s a great concept. I’ve been doing this for a while, it’ll be 40 years in a couple of months, and it’s still such a joy to make people laugh. I get a contact high. I consider myself a proud member of the endorphin production industry. I know there’s science behind it now, it’s some great healer or whatever, but I’ve loved the sound of laughter long before I understood the relationship between the brain and the body. But, it just feels good.

Are chronic weed smokers drug addicts in denial, or regular members of society? Drug addicts in denial, no questions, but that might make them regular members of society. We have the vote here in California to legalize pot. I had always thought it was a no brainer

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and I was very much in favor of legalization. But I don't know. I started to watch it takes its toll on people. I still voted to legalize it because I don’t want to see people in jail for it. We’ve already proven it doesn’t solve the problem. But I do think it gets away with a reputation that it doesn’t deserve. I don’t think that it is harmless. Plus these cigarette companies are excited. There will always be evil companies with a new product. I’m lucky I make money making people laugh.

Is it, honestly, okay to be a slut?

Well, it’s ok with me. I can picture some situations where it could do damage. But it’s ok with me. I don’t have sex at all, so in the balance of the world, somebody needs to be making up for me. Just go ahead. With new technology, you can sign up for an app where you register with the government as a slut. Tinder isn’t a dating app, it’s a fucking machine. People just have sex. It’s gross. Maybe it’s making up for me. Ultimately, it’s ok with me for people to be sluts, and, if they’re on Tinder, they are.

Do you look through drawers and cabinets when you’re alone in someone else’s home? Well, I’m never alone in someone else’s home, but if I went to the bathroom or something… no. But, having said that, I’m sure I’ve missed out on a lot of great stuff. But, one time I was living in someone else’s apartment while they were gone, and I did open their night table drawer. There was a gun in there!

I’ve never known if it was a real gun or not. It didn’t look real, but why would someone have a fake gun in there? They were kind of silly people, so maybe they did. I could never ask. It was probably a setup.

Do you think robots are going to take over? And, if so, are you excited about it? I do not think they are going to takeover because I don’t think they’re going to make those kinds of developments in the ten short years we have before we have to completely focus on the effects of climate change. I maybe have higher hopes for our species than is really indicated by any of the evidence. I’m a person who lives with some amount of hope. I think that we will discover the need for one another before we ruin our lives by creating robots that can take over.

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As part of the Authors! Authors! series, Greg Iles will discuss his newest thriller, Cemetery Road, a tale about two murders set in a rural Mississippi town. A native of Natchez, Mississippi, Iles often uses the area as backdrop for his stories. The New York Times bestselling author will speak, followed by a Q&A session and book signing. $5. 7pm. Sunday, March 17. Scott High School Auditorium, 2400 Collingwood Blvd. 419-259-5200. Toledolibrary.org

TRUST ME

Emmy award- winning investigative journalist Hank Phillippi Ryan has also won many awards, including 5 Agathas, for her crime fiction writing. Ryan will talk about her craft, and her most recent novel, TRUST ME, as part of the Crime Solvers’ Weekend event at the Wood County District Public Library Atrium. Books will be available for purchase and to be signed by the author. 7pm-9pm. Friday, March 22. Wood County District Public Library, 251 North Main St., Bowling Green. 419-352-5104. Register at eventbrite.com. Free —EH

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Art of architecture

The Collingwood Arts Center, providing space for Toledo’s creatives since 1985, is in a historical building often suggested to be haunted. Serving the community since it was built in 1905, the massive six floor, 113,000 square foot site was designed by Architect E. O. Fallis. The building was first opened as a teaching convent for nuns. Hear the whole story, and explore the CAC’s contemporary uses, during an extensive behind-the-scenes tour with Collingwood Arts Center founder Pat Tansey. $10. 7pm. Saturday, March 16. 2413 Collingwood Blvd., 419-244-2787.

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Fundraising in frame

What’s a work of art worth without a good frame? We’re not interested in finding out. Fortunately, American Frame is helping locals, including students at the Toledo School for the Arts, find out the worth of a good frame with a pop-up showroom at TSA throughout March.

American Frame employees have set up a temporary showroom in the Martin D. Porter Gallery (333 14th St.) to illustrate and explain the basics of DIY custom framing, the anatomy of framing treatment, and why professional framing is important. A portion of all sales will go to the Toledo School for the Arts. The public is invited to stop by from 1-4pm, Mondays-Wednesdays and Fridays, and 1-7:30pm on Thursdays, from March 1st through March 28th. A fundraising event will be held from 5-8pm on Thursday, March 21st.

Also during March, visit the American Frame Showroom (400 Tomahawk Dr., Maumee) to see two other exhibitions.

Drafting conversation

Enjoy conversation, brews, and sketching exercises at the Toledo Museum of Art during a fun evening workshop, See, Think, Drink. TMA staff will lead you through drawing exercises, observation, and more. Must be 21 years of age or older. Participants will receive one beer voucher. $20, members. $25, nonmembers. 6:30-8:30pm. Friday, March 15. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St., 419-255-8000. Toledomuseum.org

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Work by artists from Unruly Arts, a professional studio that provides art materials, instruction, and skill-building for adults with disabilities, will be on view through March 25th, with a free opening reception from 5:30-7pm on Thursday, March 14.

Poet, musician, artist, and Toledo School for the Arts teacher Lydia Horvath will showcase her watercolor works, prints, and more, through March 25th, with a free closing reception held from 5:30-7pm on Friday, March 25. 419-893-5595. Americanframe.com —AC

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LISTEN HEAR Whole Lotta Shakin’ Goin On Toledo’s The Shakin’ Shivers release their longawaited debut album

By Erin Holden

At the Galleries

36th Ninth Congressional District Invitational - Artwork from area students

Impressionist Still Life - Instructor Mary Jane Erard will lead a class painting forms from still life in the impressionist style. $40. 1-4pm.

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Intro to Watecolor - Get started with watercolors with beginner’s instruction. Materials provided. $30. 3-5pm. Handmade Toledo, 1717 Adams St. 419-214-1717. handmadetoledo.com

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will be on lobby display. Prizes were previously awarded to outstanding works. On view through 4.1. One Seagate. 419-254-2787. theartscommission.org stunning video installation sprawls 20 feet across the Canaday Gallery. The 2016 work

by Beatriz Caravaggio combines archival film footage from the Holocaust with a haunting score by Steve Reich. The result is unlike anything ever seen before. In the gallery through May 5. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org

Infinite Spectrum - Glass artist Kazuki

Takizawa strives to raise awareness of social issues in addition to creating beautiful works of art. The Los Angeles artist will be on hand to discuss the work at the opening reception, 6-8pm. Friday, March 15 in the gallery. On view through April 13. River House Arts, 425 Jefferson Ave. 419-441-4025. riverhousearts.com

Shakin’ Shivers drummer Ryan Mangold and vocalist/guitarist Muddy Binkley After playing live shows together for more than three years now, Toledo blues/ rock band The Shakin’ Shivers have released their self-titled debut album.

Eleven songs chart the two-piece band’s evolution from the first song they ever played together to some of their most recent jam sessions. With Muddy Binkley on guitar and lead vocals, plus Ryan Mangold on drums, the two recently played a set at The Bunker Bar as a release party, with an opening acoustic set by Muddy’s fiance and local musician Chris Shutters. Though Muddy often sings solo, and Ryan is in two other bands, The Shakin’ Shivers offer a distinct, dynamic combination that might best be described as a 60s rock-garage band collision with a dash of Southern funk.

Awakenings

The last song on the album, “Awake,” based on Kate Chopin’s novel The Awakening, is the first song Ryan and Muddy ever played together. Muddy wrote it by herself and decided to set it aside. When she began playing with Ryan, something just clicked. “It was after we played ‘I’m Awake’– that first song– we looked at each other like okay. ‘There’s something here,’” says Ryan.

Muddy says she met up with Ryan at a place he had rented as a practice space “in this creepy warehouse under the High Level Bridge” for their first jam session and there was an instant connection. “We played our first show the following summer, so there was a six month span where we were coming up with material and just jamming– figuring out what our sound was.”

Very Rock and Roll

The Shakin’ Shivers’ first show was at Frankies. In the middle of July, with no air conditioning, Muddy’s makeup was melting as they played, dripping in

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sweat. “It was very rock and roll,” Muddy recalls. “Before we started playing together, I’d play solo gigs and be compared to, and asked to play, Stevie Nicks or Carly Simon— great artists— but I love that I have an avenue where I can belt it out, where the energy is bursting at the seams.”

Most fragile things

The more attention they got, the more people would suggest that the next step would be to add another member to the band, but The Shakin’ Shivers don’t want to do anything to jeopardize their sound.

“It’s like holding the world’s most fragile thing in your hands, and any move could ruin everything,” says Ryan.

“We’re too afraid to mess with it.”

Instead, they see themselves, in a sense, as following in the footsteps of The White Stripes, another two-person band that has heavily influenced them.

Both Muddy and Ryan are influenced by 60s and 70s rock— Led Zeppelin, Black Sabbath, The Doors— and the album reflects that. With “Momma,” near the end of the album, everything seems to come together in a delightfully complex blues song. Muddy’s raspy powerhouse voice and distorted guitar riffs, paired with Ryan’s heavy drum beats really bring the soul of the album to the forefront.

“Our sound just became our sound,” Ryan says of how The Shakin’ Shivers music has developed over the last few years. “I started moving my arms, she started moving her hands, and that’s just where it went. I feel like we’ve tried to keep things organic, to keep our hearts in the music.”

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Monday, 18 Painting with Beth - Create a colorful

landscape using paints, wax and heat. $56-$102.

9am-Noon and 1pm-4pm. Schedel Gardens, 19255 W. Portage River South Rd., Elmore.

419-862-3182. schedel-gardens.org

Thursday, 21 Welcome Sign - Decorate a 3.5 foot sign using paints and a simple panel board. The art class includes a complementary glass of wine. $67. 6-8pm. Schedel Gardens, 19255 W. Portage River South Rd., Elmore.

419-862-3182. schedel-gardens.org

Unruly Arts Exhibition - The non-profit will feature artwork by its members enrolled in the Unruly Arts program. Opening reception Wednesday, March 14 from 5:30-7pm.On view in the gallery through March 25. American Frame Showroom, 400 Tomahawk Dr., Maumee.

419-887-8030. americanframe.com

Art Events

Thursday, 14 Artist Talk Aaron Pickens - The artist

Gathered Glass Studio Spring Open House - Explore live glass demonstrations

will discuss his current exhibition “Toy Stories,” which combines elements of plastic toys and a painted landscape. The exhibition runs through March 30. 6-9pm. 20 North Gallery, 18 N. Saint Clair St. 419-241-2400. 20northgallery.com

Free

with Functional Glass artist Danny White and the Gathered team along with printmaking workshops and more. Light grazing and refreshments provided. 7-9pm. Gathered Glassblowing Studio, 23 N. Huron St. 419-262-5501. gatheredglass.com Free

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Friday, 3.22

See, Think, Draw - Instructor Michael

Clink leads a workshop connecting observation with sketching. $20-$25. 6:30-8:30pm. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org

Personalized Wood Boards - Create a stylized 9x12 wood board, using paint and stencils. $55. 6-8:30pm. Fuller Art House, 5679 Main St., Sylvania. 419-882-8949. fullerarthouse.com

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Calligraphy Workshop - Learn how to

Watercolor without Brushes -

write in the ancient handwriting of the Irish Half Uncial Script. All materials provided. $30. 11am-12:30pm. Art & Performance Center, 2702 W. Sylvania Ave. 419-913-9010. facebook.com/apcwesttoledo

Instructor Paul Brand will discuss non-conformist techniques, working without brushes. $35. 11am.

Art Supply Depo, 29 S. Saint Clair St. 419-720-6462. artsupplydepo.com

Painting with Beth - Create a colorful landscape using paints, wax and heat. $56-$102. 9am-Noon and 1pm-4pm.

Schedel Gardens, 19255 W. Portage River South Rd., Elmore. 419-862-3182. schedel-gardens.org Stained-Glass Suncatcher - Create

a colorful suncatcher for your home using cut glass and a soldering iron. Choose from 20 designs. $35. Noon-3pm. Stained Glass Guild, 5403 Elmer Dr. 419-376-5748. facebook.com/toledostainedglassguild

Learn more about The Shakin’ Shivers upcoming shows and where to purchase their new album at Facebook.com/theshakinshivers.

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St Patrick’s Day

By Morgan Kovacs

There are plenty of reasons to love Ireland: Breathtaking scenery, Oscar Wilde, Irish Stew, Liam Neeson and Guinness stout, to name a few. But perhaps, Ireland’s greatest gift to the rest of the world far surpasses any of its stunning architecture, literary greats, or potato-inspired dishes. We’re talking St. Patrick’s Day. It’s finally here and Toledo is ready to celebrate. Check out our guide for making the most of your St. Patrick’s Day.

Eat, Drink and get Jiggy with it The Hollywood Casino

Indulge in the most traditional Irish meal of all: A classic Jiggs Dinner. The Hollywood Casino is serving up the works with corned beef, braised cabbage, carrots and potatoes. Keep the happygo-lucky Irish feelings flowing at the H Lounge with live music beginning at 5pm. 11am-11pm.

Sunday, March 17. $16.99. Hollywood Casino, 1968 Miami St., 419-661-5200. hollywoodcasinotoledo.com.

Parties and Bashes

The Blarney

Would it really be St. Patrick’s Day if the Blarney didn’t throw a massive party? The Blarney holds nothing back for St. Pat’s. Head downtown for the day to the Blarney tent, featuring live music and green beer all day long.

12pm. Sunday, March 17. The Blarney Irish Pub, 601 Monroe St., 419-418-2339.

TASA St. Paddy’s Day PubCrawl

Why limit yourself to just one bar when you can hit up 12-20 pubs instead? Join Toledo Area Soccer Association (TASA) for their annual St. Paddy’s Day PubCrawl. Travel around Downtown and Sylvania without having to worry about driving as TASA provides the bus ride. Purchase tickets in advance. $30 1pm. Saturday, March 16. toledosoccer.org

Fleetwood’s Tap Room

Green beer, galore! Visit Fleetwood’s Tap Room where you’ll have plenty of craft beer, as well as green beer, options and four Irish brews. Enjoy live music from DJ One Tyme, Skittle Bots, and Padraig’s Top Shelf Irish Trio. Speciality cocktails and food specials will be available, as well. 12pm.

Saturday, March 16. 11am. Sunday, March 17.

Fleetwood’s Tap Room, 28 N St. Clair St., 419-7242337. fleetwoodshensville.com.

The Pub at Paula Brown Shop

Celebrate the day with some traditional music performed by Tóraígh An Sonas at The Pub. Of course, it wouldn’t be a proper celebration without beer. 12-5pm. Sunday, March 17. The Pub, 912 Monroe St., 419-241-8100. paula-brown-shop.myshopify.com.

Benfield Wines

The Irish might be known for drinking whiskey and beer, but maybe you prefer a glass of wine.

If you find yourself more keen to visit a winery instead of a pub, then you’ll fit right in at Benfield’s celebration. With food provided by Smashdawgz food truck, a bonfire, a costume contest, music and give-aways, Benfields Wines is sure to provide a good time. 4pm-7pm. Saturday, March 16.

Benfield Wines, 11828 Shaffer Rd., Swanton, 419862-5427. benfieldwines.com.

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Head to Georgjz419 this St. Patty’s Day for drink specials plus corned beef reubens and pizzas.

Start drinking early and stay for the afternoon entertainment featuring Miss Georgjz Deja D. Dellataro and Sugar Vermonte for shows at 3 and 5pm.

11am-midnight. Sunday, March 17. Georgjz419, 1205 Adams St., 419-842-4477. georgjz419.business.site.

The Attic on Adams

An occasion as special as St. Patrick’s Day is a good enough reason for The Attic to open their doors early. Get to The Attic at noon and fill up on an Irish brunch only available until 2pm. While the brunch might not last all day, the flowing alcohol will. The Attic will feature Irish style beers from local breweries. Noon-2am. Sunday, March 17. The Attic on Adams, 1701 Adams St., 419-243-5350. theatticonadams.com.

Shawn’s Irish Tavern

It’s a weekend long celebration at Shawn’s Irish Tavern. Kick of the shindig on Saturday night with some live music by Joe Woods Trio and a jiggs dinner. The tavern really ramps up on Sunday with music all day featuring Jeff Stewart at 3pm, Blackswamp Bagpipes at 7pm, and Johnny Rod at 8pm. The $9 jiggs dinner will incorporate local produce from Monettes and the tavern will also feature plenty of beer and shot specials. 1112am. Saturday, March 16 and Sunday, March 17.

Shawn’s Irish Tavern, 4400 Heatherdowns Blvd., 419-381-1281. shawnsirishtavern.com.

Jamo’s Pub

Shenanigans start early at Jamo’s Pub for what it’s promising to be the biggest St. Patrick’s Day party in West Toledo. Get to the pub when they open at 10am for a free breakfast and live entertainment inside a heated beer tent. 10am. Sunday, March 17. Jamo’s Pub 3223 Sylvania Ave., 419-4746158. facebook.com/Jamos-Pub-Toledo.

Holy Toledo Tavern

Head to Holy Toledo Tavern and indulge in their Irish-inspired menu featuring Irish beer cheddar soup, corned beef sliders and cottage pie along with Irish whiskey, of course.

11am-10pm. Saturday, March 16. Holy Toledo Tavern, 9 N St. Clair St., 419-724-4499. hensvilletoledo.com.

Still Delaney’s Lounge

Visit Still Delaney’s Lounge for a traditional Jiggs Dinner. Enjoy live music by Tammy and Dan starting at 2pm until the end of the night. $12. 11am7pm. Sunday, March 17. Still Delaney’s Lounge, 309 W. Alexis Rd., 419-476-2883. facebook.com/ StillDelaneysLounge.

The Adams Street Cafe

Prepare yourself for St. Patrick’s Day festivities by starting the weekend off with an Irish themed dinner at the Adams Street Cafe. The set menu consists of soda bread, bacon and onion cabbage, yukon potatoes, corned beef brisket and garlic bangers. Polish it off with apple cake topped with Jameson’s custard. $25. 6-9pm. Friday, March 15. The Adams Street Cafe, 608 Adams St., 419214-1819. facebook.com/theadamsstcafe.

Basil Pizza & Wine Bar

Represent the fledgling Irish-Italian-American population at Basil for a special cheffed up features menu offering a Jiggs Pizza, topped with corned beer, sauerkraut, and all the traditional fixings; a Wagyu Shepherd’s Gnocchi; a Fighting Irish Cheesecake, topped with a Guinness Stout mousse; plus plenty of Irish beers, cocktails, and more. This lucky menu is available through Wednesday, March 20. 3145 Hollister Ln., 419873-6218. Basilpizzaandwinebar.com

Doc Watson’s

Find a two days of St. Patty’s Day fun at Doc Watson’s. The restaurant’s famous Jiggs dinner will be served starting at 11am on Saturday, March 16. At 5:30am on Sunday, enjoy green eggs and kegs. Wash it all down with their monthly shot— a Shamrock Shot— or their draft of the month— Maumee Bay Irish Red Ale. Open until 2:30am both days. 1515 S. Byrne Rd., 419-389-6003.

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Home Slice Pizza

After you’re doing partying downtown, stop by Home Slice for a delicious Reuben Pizza, then wash it down with Green Hydro Bombs and plenty of inexpensive green beer. 28 S. St. Clair St., 419724-7437. Homeslice419.com

The Original Gino’s Pizza

Get a slice of the good life with a Jiggs Pizza from Gino’s, featuring thinly sliced corned beef, garlic butter sauce, their special cheese, and fresh sauerkraut. Available at every location. Originalginos.com

Barr’s Public House

Rocky’s Bar

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Enjoy all sorts of Irish food at Barr’s Public House from a menu featuring traditional favorites beyond a Jiggs Dinner, such as fish and chips, reubens and shepherd’s pie. Sip on Irish beer and cocktails while enjoying live evening entertainment provided by John Barile and Bobby May. 11:30am-11:30pm. Sunday, March 17. Barr’s Public House, 3355 Briarfield Blvd., Maumee, 419-866-8466. barrspublichouse.com.

Chef Aaron Lawson offers a modern take on the traditional dinner at the Brim House. Enjoy eight expertly-prepared courses paired with Irish whiskey cocktails. Limited seating available. Buy your tickets soon. $85, all-inclusive. Thursday, March 14. Brim House at the Renaissance Hotel Downtown Toledo, 444 N. Summit St., 419-2437664. Toledocitytix.com

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In addition to general St. Patty’s Day festivities— you know, drinking, hanging, and lots of laughs— Rocky’s will be cooking up a traditional Jiggs Dinner for only $10. But, there’s a catch— only 200 meals will be made. Try your luck from 11am-2pm, or from 3-8:30pm, on Sunday, March 17th. 4020 Secor Rd., 419-472-1996. facebook. com/rockysrules

The much loved sports pub and eatery will host their annual Jiggs Dinner, featuring corned beef, cabbage, potatoes and carrots, for just $9.99, all day on St. Patrick’s Day. Come early and get it while it lasts! Available at all locations. sidelinessportseatery.com

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St. Paddy’s Day Ride and Parking Lot Party

Join the Toledo Irish American Club and Wersell’s Bike Shop for a group bike ride accompanied by Irish music. The ride wraps up with pizza, beverages and live traditional Irish music and dancing by the Arden Academy of Irish Dance. 4-8pm. Sunday, March 17. Wersell’s Bike Shop, 2860 W. Central Ave., 419-474-7412. facebook.com/ toledoirishamericanclub.

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ALEXIS ROAD 1280 W. Alexis Rd. Toledo, OH (419) 269-4466

CENTRAL AVE. 3981 Monroe St. Toledo, OH (419) 472-3567

GREAT EASTERN SHOPPING CTR. 2670 Woodville Rd. Northwood, OH (419) 690-4466

SUFFOLK SQUARE PLAZA 449 W. Dussel Dr. Maumee, OH (419) 897-4466

MONROE & NANTUCKETT 5307 Monroe St. Toledo, OH (419) 843-3567

St. Patrick’s Day Hike and Treasure Hunt

Remember being young when St. Paddy’s Day was actually about pots of gold and leprechauns rather than green beer and whiskey?

Gather the kids for a family-friendly event at Providence Metropark for a nature walk followed by a treasure hunt. 1-2:30pm. Sunday, March 17. $3. Providence Metropark, 13827 S. River Rd., Grand Rapids, 419-407-9700. metroparkstoledo.com.

Despite dieticians’ incredulity, the Blarney proves that alcohol and exercise actually can coexist in harmony during their annual Shamrock Shuffle. Whether you’re a fitness junkie or just in it for the finish line after-party, this 3-mile run/walk is the perfect way to kick off the St. Paddy’s Day weekend. The race only lasts for an hour, but the party rages until 2am. A portion of proceeds will be donated to the Fire Fighters MD Foundation.8pm.

Friday, March 15. $40. The Blarney Irish Pub, 601 Monroe St., 419-418-2339. runtoledo.com.

Fresh Thyme Farmers Market

Enjoy festivities with the family at Fresh Thyme Farmers Market, featuring live entertainment, children’s coloring stations, and free yummy samples throughout the store. Put your Irish luck to the test by entering to win a March Game Thyme giveaway basket. 12-3pm. Saturday, March 16. Fresh Thyme Farmers Markets, 5105 Monroe St., 567-455-9076. freshthyme.com

Franklin Park Mall

Shopping isn’t the only activity offered up by the mall. Enjoy some traditional Irish dancing presented by The Arden Academy of Irish Dance. The hour long show will take place in the Macy’s wing.

Noon-1pm. Sunday, March 17. Franklin Park Mall, 5001 Monroe St., 419-473-3317. shoppingfranklinparkmall.com.

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CONTEMPORARY CLASSICAL

Highlighted events indicates our picks for the week

WED, MAR 13 BG First Presbyterian: N/A Ensemble N/A Ensemble will perform a hybrid of improvisation and new classical music.

The concert kicks off the secular music series held at First Presbyterian. 7pm.

125 S. Church St., Bowling Green. naensemble.com Free Durty Bird: Chloe Strings Duo (acoustic rock, covers) Manhattan’s: Songwriter’s Night (open mic) Village Idiot: Andrew Ellis (acoustic rock)

THUR, MAR 14 BGSU Moore Arts: Dayna Stephens (jazz saxophone) Durty Bird: Straight Up (jazz) Howard’s BG: American Spirits, Teamonade, Niice, Mindless Mindless (alternative rock, songwriter) Manhattan’s: Jason Quick Songwriter and electric musician, Quick has been performing his signature blend of low-down howlin’ blues and quick-witted psychedelic lyrics in the Manhattan’s lo-lit dining room for over 15 years. The mellow gold sounds are as fresh as ever. 7pm.

1516 Adams St. 419-243-6675. jasonquickmusic.com (acoustic, songwriter) Free Swig: Kyle & Rutter (acoustic rock, covers) Village Idiot: Tim Oehlers, Matt Truman Ego Trip (acoustic, songwriter) (alternative/rock, punk/pop)

FRI, MAR 15 Civic Music Hall: DubtronicA with Cyber G, Peanutbutter Williams, Day N Knight (DJ, electronic) Cock n Bull: Barile & May, Arctic Clam (acoustic rock) (pop/rock, covers) Distillery: 56 Daze (pop/rock, covers) Dorr St. Cafe: Morgan Tooth (acoustic, covers) Durty Bird: Chloe & the Steel Strings (country, rock) Frankie’s: Relly Cole, Meko, Papii Gang, Sav (hip hop, electronic) Hollywood Casino: Johnny Rod, Max Boyle (guitarist, rock) Howard’s BG: The Twenty Twenty Fives (rock, covers) Manhattan’s: Terry & Charlie (acoustic rock) The Pub: The Western Pleasures (rockabilly) Swig: Curtain 8 (acoustic rock, covers) TMA Peristyle: Toledo Symphony Orchestra: The Majestic Sea Conductor Alain Trudel leads TSO through the life aquatic, featuring oceanic works

by Hadley, Chausson and Debussy. $25-$60.7:30pm. 2445 Monroe St. 419-246-8000. toledomuseum.org (classical) Village Idiot: The Eskimo Brothers

SAT, MAR 16 Civic Music Hall: Whitey Morgan, Alex Williams (hard rockabilly, southern/rock) Cock n Bull: Glass Town (pop/rock, covers) Distillery: Noisy Neighbors (pop/rock, covers) Durty Bird: Hepcat Revival (rockabilly, jazz/pop) Frankie’s: Eerie Point, Ice Cream Militia, Wild Nights (various) Hollywood Casino: Red Carpet Crashers, Funkle Jesse (pop/rock, covers)

Howard’s BG: The Welders (rock) The Pub: Laurie Swyers & New Moon Blues goddess Laurie Swyers appears in the Pub with her band Blue Moon.

912 Monroe St. 419-241-8100. 6:30-9:30pm. paulabrownshop.com (blues, songwriter) Free Swig: King Size Drag (rockabilly) Third Street Cigar: Bobby G. & the Third Street Cigar Blues (blues) TMA Peristyle: Toledo Symphony Orchestra: The Majestic Sea Village Idiot: The Nylon 2s (pop/rock)

SUN, MAR 17 Cock n Bull: Breaking Ground (pop/rock, covers) Culture Clash Records: Los Gueys Philadelphia, Frente Norte (punk/rock, songwriter) Dorr St. Cafe: Don Coats (keyboardist, covers) Durty Bird: Ross Thompson Jazz Mix (jazz/pop, covers) Hollywood Casino: Hey Dey, Zodiac Click (pop/rock, covers) Manhattan’s: Chris Knopp (acoustic) The Pub: Tóraígh An Sonas (Irish folk) Village Idiot: The Ministry of Jazz (jazz jam)

MON, MAR 18 Village Idiot: Frankie May (rock jam)

TUE, MAR 19 Culture Clash Records: Nox Boys, Zimmerman Twins (rock) Durty Bird: Toledo School for the Arts Student rock and jazz groups perform. (various) Frankie’s: Smile Empty Soul, September Mourning (hardcore, hard/rock) Village Idiot: Bobby May (acoustic rock)

WED, MAR 20 Durty Bird: Hector Mendoza (jazz/pop, guitarist) Manhattan’s: Ross Thompson (acoustic) Village Idiot: Andrew Ellis (acoustic rock, songwriter)

THUR, MAR 21 Durty Bird: Andrew Ellis (acoustic rock) Manhattan’s: Jeff Stewart (acoustic) Ottawa Tavern: Mutilatred, Hanging Fortress, Wax (hardcore, hard/rock) Swig: Jake Pilewski (acoustic, covers) Village Idiot: Ordinary Americans (rock)

FRI, MAR 22 Cock n Bull: Barile & May, Beg to Differ (acoustic rock) (pop/rock, covers) Culture Clash Records: Taking Meds, Kill Surf City, Dark Fantasy Stop by for a donation-based in-store concert from Taking Meds (NYC) and Kill Surf City (Ft. Wayne). BYOB. 5-8pm.

4020 Secor Rd. 419-536-5683. cultureclashrecords.com Distillery: Pop’s Garage (rock, covers)

Dorr St. Cafe: Frankie May (acoustic rock) Durty Bird: Dueling Pianos (various) Frankie’s: Whisper Disco, Goodbye Blue Skies, Awake at Last (pop/punk, rock) Hollywood Casino: Brass Buckle Band (pop/rock, covers) Howard’s BG: Wood County Humane Society Benefit with Sir Cadian, Excellent Enemies, Matt Waters, Corduroy Road (rock, various) Manhattan’s: Tim Oehlers (acoustic) The Pub: Old State Line (country, folk) Ottawa Tavern: Human Juicebox, Joe Woods Band, Boo Lee Crosser (various) Swig: Bob Stevens (acoustic, covers) Third Street Cigar: Dave Weld & the Imperial Flames (blues, rock) Village Idiot: The Polka Floyd Show Pink Floyd gets remixed Polka-style.

Believe us, it works. $5.

9pm-1am. 309 Conant St., Maumee.

419-893-7281. facebook.com/polkafloyd (rock/polka)

SAT, MAR 23 Civic Music Hall: Little Liars (Joan Jett tribute) Cock n Bull: Organized KOS (pop/rock, covers) Distillery: Skittle Bots (pop/rock, covers) Durty Bird: Mojoe Boes & His Noble Bones (blues, rock) Hollywood Casino: Sushi Roll (pop/rock, covers) Howard’s BG: Beg to Differ (pop/rock, covers) Manhattan’s: Chloe & the Steel Strings (acoustic) The Pub: Lone Wolf Hippies (folk/rock, songwriter) Swig: Scott & Melissa (acoustic, covers) Village Idiot: Distant Cousinz

SATURDAY, 3.15-3.17 / UT

Celebrate the sounds of modern and living composers at the University of Toledo’s 42nd annual Spring Festival of New Music, Friday, March 15 through Sunday, March 17. This full weekend of events includes free concerts and performances at ticketed events by two internationally recognized contemporary composers, Adam Schoenberg and Elaine Hagenberg.

For the full schedule of events, visit utoledo. edu/al/svpa/music/events.html.

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SATURDAY, 3.15 / THE ORIGINAL SUB SHOP Synthesizer and drums duo GoLab will bring their stripped-down, beat-heavy rock sound to The Original Sub Shop & Deli and share the stage with two other local acts for this after-hours show. Fivepiece Pawn Pawn channels moody new wave while duo Crystal has a rare brand of dance rock. $5. 8pm. 402 Broadway St., 419-243-4857.

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METAL MATTERS

SATURDAY, 3.23 / ALLIED RECORD EXCHANGE NAVARRE Start your Saturday night off right with a special early evening show at Allied Records Navarre. Detroit power violence act Surfer James will join Toledo shoegaze Outside and Toledo sludge metal band PYTHIAN for an in-store concert. 5pm. 3253 Navarre Ave., Oregon.

419-697-5538. Alliedrecordexchange.com Free

PUNK ROCK SALOON

SATURDAY, 3.23 / THE LONGHORN SALOON

(blues/pop, covers)

SUN, MAR 24 Durty Bird: Straight Up (jazz, covers) Gathering Volumes Books: Traditional Irish Music with Mary Dennis The group regularly performs traditional songs for the fiddle, tenor banjo, concertina, accordion, flute, Irish whistle, mandolin, bodhrán, guitar and piano.

2:30-4:30pm. 196 E. South Boundary St., Perrysburg. 567- 336-6188. facebook.com/gatheringvolumes Free Toledo Museum of Art: Great Performances: Andrew Mattison (classical) University of Findlay: University of Findlay Jazz Ensemble The ensemble will perform the greatest hits in jazz music with their program, “A Salute to the Jazz Masters” at the Winebrenner Seminary on campus, 3pm.

950 N. Main St., Findlay. 419-434-4200. findlay.edu Free Toledo Club: Toledo Symphony Orchestra: Diversive Elements (classical, orchestra) Village Idiot: The Ministry of Jazz (jazz jam)

Follow up your early evening metal concert with a four-act lineup of punk rock at the Longhorn Saloon.

Toledo noise rockers Sog City perform with Chicago hardcore punk act The Kreutzer Sonata, Michigan hardcore punk and grind band Snuffed Out, and Toledo punk rockers Sick Jeans. $5.

9pm, doors. 10pm, bands. 946 Phillips Ave., 419-708-5194. facebook.com/ TheNewLonghornSaloon —AC

MON, MAR 25 BGSU Moore Arts: The Future is Female American Composers Forum 2018 awardee, pianist Sarah Cahill will perform a concert comprised of all-female composers. Works include “Peggy’s Rag” (Kats-Chernin) and “She Dances Naked Under Palm Trees” (Wong). 8pm. Bryan Recital Hall at Moore Musical Arts Center. sarahcahill.com Free Village Idiot: Frankie May

TUE, MAR 26 Durty Bird: Quick Trio (jazz, blues) Village Idiot: Bobby May (acoustic rock)

(rock jam)

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ROAD TRIP Looking for a quick change of scenery and a taste of something different? Curious about our favorite events going on just a short drive from Toledo? Visit toledocitypaper.com, or check out our sister publication, Current Magazine (covering Ann Arbor), at ecurrent.com, to explore film, art, music and more.

Thursday, 3.14 [lit] Prout Chapel Reading - The Department of English at BGSU will host a poetry and fiction reading held in the Prout Chapel. Readers will be Evan Blake and Christina Stump. 7:30-9pm.

BGSU Campus, between Williams and Shatzel Halls. 419-372-9019. bgsu.edu Free

WEDDING MADNESS

[misc] Zenobia Shrine Circus - The circus is in town!

Bring the family to the Seagate Center for four nights of performances. $10. 6:30pm. Additional showtimes through Sunday, 3.17. Seagate Center, 401 Jefferson Ave. 419-255-3300. hensvilletoledo.com

[art]

For those planning a wedding, it can be a little overwhelming trying to get everything done. Why not go to an event that has every kind of vendor you could possibly need for your big day? The Wedding Madness Expo includes booths where you can discover photographers, caterers, DJs, makeup artists, wedding planners, and so much more. It’s truly a one-stop shop for all things wedding. Future brides and grooms, mark your calendars for this day of shopping, games, door prizes, and nuptial fun. $5 per person. 1pm-4pm.

Sunday, March 24. Sylvania Tam O’Shanter Sports Inc., 7060 Sylvania Ave. Questions? See the Facebook page. Register at weddingmadnessexpo.com —EH

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Local Eyes Tour with Crystal Phelps - Take a guided tour of the Toledo Museum campus with Crystal Phelps. The walking tour leaves from the Libbey Court at 6pm. 6-7pm. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free

[talks & lectures] Howard Marsh Metropark Presentation - Join the Toledo Metroparks for an hour-long presentation regarding the newest park, Howard Marsh.

2:30-3:30pm. Macomber Lodge at Pearson Park, 4600 Starr Ave., Oregon. 419-407-9700. metroparkstoledo.com Free

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Grand Opening of No Noise Records - A new record shop is opening near the Westgate area.

Check out the selection of new and vintage cds, albums and more. Noon-7pm. No Noise Records, 4332 Monroe St. 419-720-0074. facebook.com/nonoiserecs Free

[outdoors] Garden Tour Series - Visit the Toledo Zoo’s greenhouse and get a sneak peek of future operations at the Zoo. $10-$15.10:30am-noon. Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way. 419-385-5721. toledozoo.org

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Wednesday, 20

[nightlife]

[education]

Jewish Toledo 80s Soiree - Relive the drama and laughter of the 1980s. The night will revolve around games, music and activities from the bygone era, and feature a catered dinner by Rosie’s Italian. $36-$118. 7-10pm. Lourdes University, 6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania. jewishtoledo.org/soiree

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[fundraisers] Cook-off for Mobile Meals - Donations are welcome at this chili cook-off competition. Family activities include vendors, face painting and a DJ. Noon-4pm. Stranahan Theater, 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd. 419-255-7806. mobilemeals.org Free

[misc]

Herb Gardens - Take a tour of the 577 gardens and start your own herb garden at home. $15.

6-7:30pm. 577 Foundation, 577 E. Front St., Perrysburg. 419-874-4174. 577foundation.org

Lake Erie Center Lecture - Fallen Timbers Trout Unlimited President Brad White will share the organization’s environmental efforts. A shuttle will leave from UT’s main campus at 6pm. 7-8pm.

Lake Erie Center, 6200 Bayshore Rd., Oregon.

419-530-8360. utoledo.edu Free

[misc]

Women’s March for Justice - Join the movement and stand up for human rights at this march and rally in honor of Ruth Ginsberg’s 86th Birthday. 1:30-3:30pm. University of Michigan Diag, S. State St. & S. University Ave. facebook. com/womensmarcha2 Free

Equality Toledo Mixer - Meet local community members working and supporting the Greater Toledo LGBTQ+ community and learn more about ongoing initiatives. 5:30-8:30pm. Georgjz419, 1205 Adams St. 419-407-6225. equalitytoledo.org Free

The Art of Scripture

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[misc] Pro Home & Garden Show - Browse lawn and home items, resources and businesses at this three-day tradeshow. $6. 4-8pm. Also, 10am8pm. Saturday, 3.23 and 11am-5pm. Sunday, 3.24. Seagate Centre, 401 Jefferson Ave. 419-255-3300. facebook.com/seagatecentre

Saturday, 23 [festivals] [art] Citizens’ Forum of the 1860s Festival - The aim of the three-day festival is to offer education and insight from America’s past. Boasting crafting workshops and historical seminars for both youth and adults, each event hopes to impart resourcefulness and Victorian style. $45$110. Workshop prices vary. Event held through Sunday, 3.24. Wolcott Heritage Center, 1035 River Rd., Maumee. 419-893-9602. citizensforumofthe1860s.com

[fundraisers] ADAI Pasta for Pooches - Support the foster program, Assistance Dogs for Achieving Independence at this dinner fundraiser. $5-$10.

St. Michael Lutheran, 5790 W. Temperance Rd., Ottawa Lake. 419-349-4966. abilitycenter.org

The all-new Toledo City Podcast is live!

428 N. Erie St., Toledo

Reservations: kate@stpaulstoledo.org

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Are you a fan of cooking shows? See one in real life as Detroit’s kitchen mavens compete to be named the city’s best chef during the Chef Battle Tournament Series. Winning chefs will advance to the Midwest Regional Chef Battle. Tickets include live entertainment, samples from chefs, voting ballot for crowd favorite. Guests 21+ receive 2 drink tickets. Cash bar available. $40. 6-9pm.

Tuesday, March 26. Belle Isle Boat House, E. Picnic Way, Detroit. Tickets on eventbrite.com

[sports] 5th NWO Arctic Wolves Hockey Tournament- The Wolves take on the Toledo Firefighters Hockey team in a fun game of sled-hockey.

4-6:30pm. $5. 419-885-1167.

Tam O’Shanter, 7060 Sylvania Ave., Sylvania. nwosledhockey.com

Sunday, 24 [talks & lectures] Manhattan Marsh Presentation - Get up-todate information about the grand opening of Manhattan Marsh Metropark in North Toledo.

2-3:30pm. Macomber Lodge at Pearson Park, 4600 Starr Ave., Oregon. 419-407-9700. metroparkstoledo.com Free

[film]

READY, SET, LISTEN

Designer, Author, Fabric Artist

HeART Gallery • St. Pauls Lutheran Church

Feeding Detroit

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Linda Henke

ADDITIONAL HOURS: 9am-3pm Mon-Fri thru Apr. 1st

See the best in experimental, avant-garde and bizarre cinema during the 57th Annual Ann Arbor Film Festival, one of the oldest and most prominent experimental film festivals in the world. The six-day festival runs from Tuesday, March 26 through Sunday, March 31. For more info, read a story on the fest in our sister publication, Current, at ecurrent. com. Learn more about the showtimes, special events, and prices for tickets and passes at aafilmfest.org

“Life and Nothing More” - Filmmaker Antonio Méndez Esparza presents the moving story of single mother Regina and her son Andrew, as the two navigate race, class and the importance of family. $7-$9.50 suggested donation. 7pm.

Also, 7pm, Saturday, 3.23. And 4:30pm, Sunday, 3.24. Detroit Film Theatre, 5200 Woodward Ave., Detroit. 313-833-7900. dia.org

Featuring fiber art pieces by

THURSDAY, MARCH 21 ST • NOON Lunch & Learn

Reel weird

Tune in to listen to staff interview interesting people doing interesting things in Toledo.

EPISODE 1 We discussed the Lake Erie Bill of Rights with Markie Miller, an organizer with Toledoans for Safe Water.

Ann Arbor 57th Film Festival - Since the its founding in 1963, the Festival remains the oldest experimental film festival featuring exclusively independent filmmakers from around the world. Individual admission $8-$12.

Festival Passes $85-$100. Times and locations vary. Tuesday, March 26 - Sunday, March 31.

734-995-5356. For a full list of screenings and receptions, visit aafilmfest.org

To listen in and learn more, visit

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TOLEDO ACCORDING TO...

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What makes me feel truly alive? Collaboration, being able to connect with another person to talk out a problem that needs to be solved, whether it’s art, design, or general life.

Things I’m excited for in Toledo.

I’ve been hearing rumblings about what Graphite Design and Build has going for the Toledo Zoo Natural History Museum, and I cannot wait to step foot in there.

We’re lucky to have that creative team downtown.

Proud of Toledo.

Toledo is so lucky to have Metroparks Toledo. This organization is making great strides for our local ecosystems and I’m forever grateful that I get to enjoy these beautiful natural spaces.

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Matt Taylor Artist, Designer, web developer 35 years Most people know me for working on the Toledo Loves Love project. But some may also remember my collaborative t-shirt/art company called Devicious!, Or my work on a little retail project called Sillybandz, or even know me as a designer at Thrive internet marketing/Toledo.com. Basically, it’s very likely that if you interact with local Toledo businesses you’ve seen some form of printed/digital design work I’ve done, a wall that I’ve painted, a logo I’ve created, or artwork that was hanging up.

How do you stay balanced?

This year I’m hoping to strike a balance with my career, personal relationships, commission design/artwork, home projects, and creative expression. This is not easy and may never be truly balanced but that’s what I strive for.

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Toledoans I admire Power duo Dustin & Jemma Hostetler (UPSO & Prate) They’re inspiring people, making inspiring artwork, and they personally know and work with some of my design heros.

If I could get away with it I would…

Unplug the giant high-brightness LED screens that are popping up everywhere.

I get enough screen time thanks.

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Bands I love My bride-to-be’s band The AntiVillains.

And what I’m listening to in heavy rotation lately is Better Oblivion Community Center, John Prine, lots of Chopin, Songs: Ohia, Mac Demarco, the Decemberists, Sylvan Esso, Heavy Color, Thundercat, and always Hank Williams.

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I wish more people knew me as a cook and host. My partner Sarah (ASPC calendar editor) and I love to cook for each other and our friends; we both have food prep backgrounds. I used to work in the kitchen out at Maumee Bay State Park’s Water’s Edge restaurant and have continued honing those skills ever since.

One of my favorite Toledo activities is shopping down at the Farmers Market every Saturday. I love a good pretzel croissant from All Crumbs Bakery and coffee from Flying Rhino. It’s a great community space where I’m pretty much guaranteed to run into friends.

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SOCIAL STUDIES

Photos by Christine Senack

13th Annual Glass City Beer Fest

Brew lovers sampled over 230 beers during the largest beer festival in Northwest Ohio on Friday, March 1st at the Stranahan Theater Great Hall.

Maria LupĂŠ with friends Kaitlyn Calvin and Brae Samenuk.

Brandon and Alyssa Sehlhorst with Patrice James.

Diane and Christopher Harris.

Darryl and Jessica Lothery with Dominique Hopkins Melissa and Nick Dallas.

Best of Toledo Party

We partied with the Best of Toledo winners at our annual bash on Friday, March 8 at The Premier.

Congratulations to all the winners and thank you to our readers for voting and helping us celebrate.

Cathy Tyda (Visual Artist Painting & Drawing).

Ramona Collins (Blues / Jazz Artist).

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B. Wills (Hip Hop Artist) and DJ One Tyme (DJ).

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Sharon Smith (Makeup Artist), William Gedeon (Massage Therapist), and Kaitlyn Palenscar (Hair Stylist), of Reve Salon & Spa.

Jonathon Khoi Nail Spa (Nail Salon).

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FREEWILL ASTROLOGY Š2019

Brendan Quigley and Erik Agard (www.brendanemmettquigley.com)

FAKING OUT Across 1. Rabbit’s foot, e.g.

4. Left-leaning 11. L.A. setting 14. “Can’t believe it�

15. Solo admission?

16. “Bad Romance� chanting word 17. Scammer’s brute?

19. “___ fool�

20. Chops down, as trees 21. Louisiana primary?

22. “Don’t front!�

23. Taken in 24. Thing that doesn’t water your lawn?

27. Clarifying phrase 29. Salad dressing choice 30. “I’d say,� in texts 33. Friend of Flounder and Sebastian 36. Took a nap 39. Event that shows faux flicks?

42. Word on a triangular sign 43. “___ in Guyville� (Liz Phair album) 44. Small business?

45. Each of the theme answers in this puzzle, e.g.

46. Cartoon alcoholic Andy 48. Unbelievable strut?

53. Fourth book in the Book of Mormon 57. Away from the wind 58. Affirmative that sounds like a pronoun 59. The first blank in ___ Breakfast ___ 60. The second blank in ___ Breakfast ___ 61. Riverdale High nonsense?

64. Drugstore with comically long receipts 65. Story of Jesus 66. Cosmetologist Marini 67. Little giggle 68. Exam you might have trouble focusing on 69. “___ you finished?�

Down 1. Smoke signals 2. See eye to eye 3. Ambergris maker 4. Coverage providers 5. Talks over Skype 6. Bleat 7. Young eel 8. Creator of Matilda and Charlie 9. Hidden motive 10. Tennessee governor Bill ___ 11. “If This Is a Man� author 12. Islands studied by Mead 13. Props, another way 18. Arm bone 22. Covering on some nachos 24. One in a pink onesie 25. “Kiki’s Delivery Service� genre 26. Warning on a wing 28. Refused 30. Like some stares 31. False innocent reply 32. Ticket request 34. Das ___ (1990s hip-hop group) 35. Lens name 37. Move, as the camera 38. “Waterfalls� singers 40. 1 in a 1,000,000 occurrence 41. Mosh pit maneuver 47. Sols are spent there 48. “Let me do my thing�

49. Anaprox alternative 50. Sudden invasion 51. CafĂŠ sweetener 52. Drummers sometimes ride it 54. Japanese mercenary 55. Award given out the day after the Razzies 56. Glowed 59. “Sounds fishyâ€?

61. Missing link’s relative 62. “When will ___ paid?�

63. 2015 Payne Stewart Award winner

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Week of March 14

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): In 2014, NASA managed to place its MAVEN spacecraft into orbit around Mars. The cost of the mission was $671 million. Soon thereafter, the Indian government put its own vehicle, the Mangalyaan, into orbit around the Red Planet. It spent $74 million. As you plan your own big project, Pisces, I recommend you emulate the Mangalyaan rather than the MAVEN. I suspect you can do great things—maybe even your personal equivalent of sending a spacecraft to Mars—on a relatively modest budget.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): The coming weeks might be a good time to acquire a flamethrower. It would come in handy if you felt the urge to go to a beach and incinerate mementoes from an ex-ally. It would also be useful if you wanted to burn stuff that reminds you of who you used to be and don’t want to be any more; or if you got in the mood to set ablaze symbols of questionable ideas you used to believe in but can’t afford to believe in any more. If you don’t want to spend $1,600+ on a flamethrower, just close your eyes for ten minutes and visualize yourself performing acts of creative destruction like those I mentioned.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Taurus aphorist Olivia Dresher writes that she would like to be “a force of nature,� but “not causing any suffering.� The way I interpret her longing is that she wants to be wild, elemental, uninhibited, primal, raw, pure—all the while without inflicting any hurt or damage on herself or anyone else. In accordance with your astrological omens, Taurus, that’s a state I encourage you to embody in the coming weeks. If you’re feeling extra smart— which I suspect you will—you could go even further. You may be able to heal yourself and others with your wild, elemental, uninhibited, primal, raw, pure energy.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): In some major cities, the buttons you push at a crosswalk don’t actually work to make the traffic light turn green faster. The same is true about the “Close Door� buttons in many elevators. Pushing them doesn’t have any effect on the door. Harvard psychologist Ellen Langer says these buttons are like placebos that give you “the illusion of control.� I bring this phenomenon to your attention, Gemini, in hope of inspiring you to scout around for comparable things in your life. Is there any situation where you imagine you have power or influence, but probably don’t?

If so, now is an excellent time to find out—and remedy that problem.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Philip Boit was born and raised in Kenya, where it never snows except on the very top of Mount Kenya. Yet he represented his country in the cross-country skiing events at the Winter Olympics in 2002 and 2006. How did he do it? He trained up north in snowy Finland. Meanwhile, Kwame Nkrumah-Acheampong competed for Ghana in the slalom in the 2010 Winter Olympics. Since there was no snow in his homeland, he practiced his skills in the French Alps. These two are your role models for the coming months, Cancerian. According to my analysis of the astrological omens, you’ll have the potential to achieve success in tasks and activities that may not seem like a natural fit.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): In the process of casting for his movie *The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo*, director David Fincher considered selecting A-list actress Scarlett Johansson to play the heroine. But ultimately he decided she was too sexy and radiant. He wanted a pale, thin, tougherlooking actress, whom he found in Rooney Mara. I suspect that in a somewhat similar way, you may be perceived as being too much *something* for a role you would actually perform quite well. But in my astrological opinion, you’re not at all too much. In fact, you’re just right. Is there anything you can do—with full integrity—to adjust how people see you and understand you without diluting your brightness and strength?

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): In 1993, an English gardener named Eric Lawes used his metal detector to look for a hammer that his farmer friend had lost in a field. Instead of the hammer, he found the unexpected: a buried box containing 15,234 old Roman silver and gold worth more than four million dollars

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today. I bring this to your attention, Virgo, because I suspect that you, too, will soon discover something different from what you’re searching for. Like the treasure Lawes located, it might even be more valuable than what you thought you wanted.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): “The role of the artist is exactly the same as the role of the lover,� wrote author James Baldwin. “If I love you, I have to make you conscious of the things you don’t see.� To fully endorse that statement, I’d need to add two adverbs. My version would be, “The role of the artist is exactly the same as the role of the lover. If I love you, I have to kindly and compassionately make you conscious of the things you don’t see.� In accordance with current astrological omens, I recommend that you Libras enthusiastically adopt that mission during the coming weeks. With tenderness and care, help those you care about to become aware of what they’ve been missing—and ask for the same from them toward you.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): For thousands of generations, our early ancestors were able to get some of the food they needed through a practice known as persistence hunting. They usually couldn’t run as fast as the animals they chased.

But they had a distinct advantage: they could keep moving relentlessly until their prey grew exhausted. In part that’s because they had far less hair than the animals, and thus could cool off better. I propose that we adopt this theme as a metaphor for your life in the coming weeks and months. You won’t need to be extra fast or super ferocious or impossibly clever to get what you want. All you have to do is be persistent and dogged and disciplined.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Wompsi’kuk Skeesucks Brooke is a Native American woman of the Mohegan tribe. According to her description of Mohegan naming traditions, and reported by author Elisabeth Pearson Waugaman, “Children receive names that are descriptive. They may be given new names at adolescence, and again as they go through life according to what their life experiences and accomplishments are.� She concludes that names “change as the individual changes.� If you have been thinking about transforming the way you express and present yourself, you might want to consider such a shift. 2019 will be a favorable time to at least add a new nickname or title. And I suspect you’ll have maximum inspiration to do so in the coming weeks.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): For many of us, smell is our most neglected sense. We see, hear, taste, and feel with vividness and eagerness, but allow our olfactory powers to go underused. In accordance with astrological omens, I hope you will compensate for that dearth in the coming weeks. There is subtle information you can obtain—and in my opinion, need quite strongly—that will come your way only with the help of your nose. Trust the guidance provided by scent.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Essayist Nassim Nicholas Taleb says humans come in three types: fragile, robust, or antifragile. Those who are fragile work hard to shield themselves from life’s messiness. The downside? They are deprived of experiences that might spur them to grow smarter. As for robust people, Taleb believes they are firm in the face of messiness. They remain who they are even when they’re disrupted. The potential problem? They may be too strong to surrender to necessary transformations.

If you’re the third type, antifragile, you engage with the messiness and use it as motivation to become more creative and resilient. The downside? None. In accordance with the astrological omens, Aquarius, I urge you to adopt the antifragile approach in the coming weeks.

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Mind over matter

“Mindfulness” is more than just a buzzword, it’s a practice of being aware, living in the moment, and finding calm on your own. Learn to practice mindfulness successfully and effectively during a six-session series of classes, Intro to Mindfulness, hosted by the Toledo Mindfulness Institute. Jay Rinsen Weik, Toledo Mindfulness Institute founder and owner, will lead this series of classes in collaboration with other certified TMI faculty who collectively have decades of experience in mindfulness practices. 6-8pm, Tuesdays. March 26-April 30. $300. Toledo Mindfulness Institute, 6537 Angola Rd., Holland. Toledomindfulnessinstitute.com

1995 VOLVO 850. Runs Good. $1000 obo Call 419.250.1780 2002 DODGE DURANGO

168k, 4x4; Runs and drives. Can be seen at 1136 Shernan St, Toledo.

Call 606-215-4755 2015 CHEVY CRUZE LT; White; 16,900 miles; tinted windows; still under factory warranty; $13,400. Call 419-779-3857

2004 FORD FOCUS - Sweet heat & Remote car starter $2000 OBO. Please call 419-309-5292

Does life feel like a balancing act, juggling friends, family, your career, and self-care? Learn how to smooth out your schedule, find what brings you joy and create balance in your life during the Balanced Life workshop at Toledo Yoga. $25. 1:30-3pm. Saturday, March 23. Toledo Yoga, 4342 W. Central Ave., 419-531-0006. Toledoyoga.com —AC

health and wellness events Saturday, 3.16

Wild Side Yoga - Stretch, balance and burp at this fun, informal class that mixes beer and yoga.

Sweat it out! $15. 11am. 24194 Front St., Grand Rapids. pflegmed.com Sound Journey Concert - Experience relaxation like never before through sound vibrations.

Singing bowls, gongs and the didgeridoo. $25. 6-7:30pm. Harmony in Life, 5747 Main St., Sylvania.

419-517-0047/ harmonyinlifecenter.com

MUSICIANS SEEKING JAM SESSION PIANIST/SINGER seeking

SKELETON CRUE

Now auditioning rhythm 2nd lead guitar, vocals, possible keyboard talents. We do original rock, and have new booking agent. Call us ASAP! 419-297-2928. Find us on Facebook & videos on YouTube! myspace.com/ Skeletoncrue

HIGH INTENSITY 80’S ROCK BAND. Seeking Any type of Musician.

SEEKING MUSICIANS OF TYPES FOR LIVE SHOWS. Jazz, R&B, Blues & Rock influences!

Please contact for more info 419.810.8848

Call or text, Joe @ 419.250.7667

LOOKING FOR MUSICIANS!

Marching Drum - Excellent Condition $199.

RHYTHM OR LEAD GUITARIST

can also sing, Familiar with many Styles. Experienced. 567-377-9664 VINTAGE YAMAHA 70s Silver

Guitarists/Drummer/Keyboard/ Call 419-475-1100 Singer for 70s, 80s on up Rock Band!!

Journey, KISS, Scorpions, AC/DC, etc.

Call Joe 419-260-0084

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2002 GRAND CARAVAN 203K highway miles. Dependable, one owner, typical rust, many newer parts. $950 Firm.

419-932-5311

$10 CAR AD HERE! 419.244.9859

EXPERIENCED BASS PLAYER Looking for fill in work. Blues, Classic Rock, Country. Call 419-917-3507

Lead Guitarist/Singer for Duo’s.

419.382.5024 ISO KEYBOARD PLAYER, THE STORMS, Toledo’s longest Active 50’s & 60’s R&B Band is for a Keyboard player to join in working with experienced musicians. Call Sam 419.345.8295

2014 HARLEY DAVIDSON, Sportster Super Low. 483 miles. Almost Brand New! Loaded. $4800 419.376.9264

CALL TO PLACE YOUR

JAM SECTION

Find your balance

Sunday, 3.24

2004 VOLVO 2.5T V70 WAGON; white w/ natural leather interior; safe - comfortable - smooth; $5000. Call 419-290-5535

SUGARFANG, LOOKING FOR SERIOUS DRUMMER. Have

practice space with Drums. Currently Jamming near Sterns & Secor. Call Dan 313.320.5278

LOCAL ESTABLISHED COVER BAND is looking for a lead singer.

Please only serious inquiries. Call for an audition at 419-344-6929 FREE GUITAR LESSONS! In your home, experienced teacher.

567.377.9664 DRUMMER LOOKING to turn my experiences into a plus for your band! Preferred Classic, Country, 50’s & 60’s, Blues & Disco. 419.345.8295.

Auditions at my home in Maumee.

FOR SALE: LTD STRATOCASTER GUITAR, one piece ash body. Like

New. Make offer! (419)206-2162

Ads For Local Artists are Free! Ads run for 2 issues and must be renewed after the two issues. You must be: advertising for band members or selling instruments under $200 or just looking to jam. Business related ads run for $20. Limit 20 words per ad; 40 cents per additional word.

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FOR SALE ABUNDANCE OF MATERIALS FOR DRESSMAKING AND QUILTING, cottons and knits 45 inch and 60 inch wide pieces. Prices negotiable.

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FOR SALE CITY OF SYLVANIA D5 LIQUOR PERMIT (Beer, Wine and Liquor) for sale. $17.5K firm. NO LIENS! Ready for transfer 419-350-7203

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You know Toledo. You’re hungry to join a growing, fast-paced and fun team with a ton of potential. You prize integrity, hard work, and savor the opportunity to learn. You have sales experience (and if not, you’re such a great communicator that you seem to create meaningful relationships with nearly everyone you talk to).

You’re comfortable warm calling, but you’re in your absolute element cold calling.You’re reliable and accessible.

You’re open to accepting constructive feedback and finding a rhythm. For you, there’s no such thing as a tough sell. Adams Street Publishing is looking for a rockstar sales professional who can expect to enjoy robust support booking appointments and winning sales. A competitive spirit is a must, as is a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation. We’re excited to work with the right person who shares our vision and values. Welcome aboard.

Send resume with references to mjacobs@adamsstreetpublishing.com.

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