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 Imagination Station’s H2O Cafe is now open, offering signature drinks, tasty fare, fantastic views of the Maumee River and special events throughout the summer. Guests can access H2O Cafe through Festival Park. Admission to the science center is not necessary to enjoy food, beverage and events on the patio.

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Bridging the Racial Divide: Christian Perspectives - The Sylvania Franciscan Village presents this Father Jim Bacik lecture challenging issues of racism from various perspectives. $10, in advance. $15, at the door. 5:30pm. Franciscan Center, 6832 Convent Blvd., 419-8243515. sylvaniafranciscanvillage.org US Together Open House - Learn about the organization, volunteer opportunities, and more. 3-7pm. US Together Office, 3450 W. Central Ave., 419-469-2529.

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Thursday, 9.13

NW Ohio Organizing Workshop Develop skills and tools to re-imagine our communities with democratic rights, justice and fairness, to ensure our safety and health. Register in advance on Brownpapertickets. 12:304:30pm. Frederick Douglass Center, 1001 Indiana Ave., facebook.com/ OhioCommunityRightsNetwork Free

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Socialism 101 - Learn about the basic principles of socialism with the Northwest Ohio Democratic Socialists.

2-4pm. Kent Library, 3101 Collingwood Blvd. Message group on Facebook for more details. dsanwo.org Free

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 The Fresh Market, located at 3315 Central Ave. by Costco, has partnered with Instacart, an online grocery service, to offer same-day delivery on grocery items. Get your first order delivered for free with the promo code TFM1Free.

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 Clean Juice, the first and only USDACertified organic juice bar, will open in The Town Center at Levis Commons later this summer, serving fresh juices, smoothies, healthy bowls and more. cleanjuice.com

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 Perrysburg Mediterranean fare favorite Zingo’s has opened a second location in Cricket West, at 3154 Markway Rd., 419-407-5586. eatzingos.com

 The new Bracy Gold Bison Ranch, located at 11616 County Road 4, in Swanton, is open for the season, selling heart-healthy and humanely raised bison meat, free-range turkeys, and free-range chicken eggs. Open 3-8pm on Monday, 3-6pm on Thursday and from noon-5pm on Saturday, or by appointment. To place an order, stop by the farm, or call 419-360-3395. facebook.com/BracyGold.

Twylite Thursdays - A fundraiser to benefit the Aurora Project and Family House— two nonprofits that provide housing and life skills instruction to people in need— at The Pinnacle, will have food, entertainment, a raffle and a silent auction. $10. 5-8pm. The Pinnacle, 1772 Indian Wood Circle, Maumee.

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Humanitarian aid and medical supplies for Venezuela Nuestra Gente Community Projects has gathered medical supplies, food, hygiene products and other necessities for the struggling nation. Now they need help to ship these items. Find the donation page by searching GoFundMe.com.

Learn more by calling 567-702-0040 or visiting nuestragentecommunityprojects.org.

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Fair Housing Improvement Act door-to-door canvassing - The Northwest Ohio Democratic Socialists invite participants to take part in canvassing training, then put their skills into practice to support the Fair Housing Improvement Act. 10am-2pm. Saturday, June 15. Mott Branch Library, 1085 Dorr St. Facebook message group with questions. dsanwo.org Free

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The Zoo’s garden series presents Root for Trees, a lesson on how trees are good for your health and your pocketbook. You’ll also find out which parts of certain trees can be safely eaten by humans and animals. The cost of tickets include zoo admission and parking. $10$15. 10:30am-Noon. Tuesday, June 18. The Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way. 419-385-5721. toledozoo.org —EH

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Celebrate Juneteenth by donning your most striking, brightest Dashiki and head to the historical Powell’s Beauty & Barber Supply.

This free, kid-friendly Dashiki Block Party promises amazing food, local vendors and a pop-up salon to keep you looking fabulous throughout the event. 11am-4pm. Saturday, June 15. Powell’s Beauty & Barber Supply, 901 Nebraska Ave. 419-984-0395. thekitchensalon.com

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CITY POLITICS

WELCOME TO TOLEDO Multi-tasking

Setting priorities in City Politics

by Johnny Hildo There are several unofficial signals that Summer is upon us. Memorial Day. The first of the numerous summer festivals.

And that bane of T-Town existence, the return of the orange barrels.

As the aging infrastructure of our swampy burg decays, there is a neverending futile attempt to catch up on badly neglected maintenance. Back in the booming days of the aughts, He Who Shall Not Be Named frittered the abundant city coffers on foolish projects. Then the economy crashed, and there was no money to fix streets and sewers.

Now the economy has recovered, and the back-log of needs is booming.

Hence the ubiquitous orange barrels of misery.

Two things frustrate us about the frantic construction season. One is the construction zones, like the current zone at Monroe and Secor, where no actual work seems to ever get done.

The barrels slow traffic to a crawl, with no noticeable progress. It seems like the barrels are there as a test of will.

The other source of frustration is, dare we say the word, potholes.

The ‘P’ word

Potholes are on everyone’s mind these days. They shock the senses and ravage vehicles. Orange cones are placed in the larger ones to make sure motorists steer clear. The cones eventually get blindsided and knocked to the curb, while the offender pothole grows and sneers its defiance.

The City crows about the number of potholes fixed each week. That doesn’t appease the howling masses, however.

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Any initiative of any kind that doesn’t include patches and asphalt is followed with demands. Fix the damn streets!

Universal pre-K? Fix the damn streets! Improved mass transit? Fix the damn streets! A chicken in every pot? Universal Basic Income? Free ice cream for all?

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Fix the damn streets!

Look, we get it. There are streets in T-Town that make the surface of the moon look as smooth as a plate of glass. We’ve got rumble strips where none are intended. Entire cars have been swallowed by our streets.

We also get that there are myriad other needs facing the swamp. Universal pre-K is a good idea. Ditto improved mass transit. And the streets will take time, and money.

Meantime, we trust that city leaders can keep their eyes on more than one prize at a time. Raise the City’s standards, AND fix the damn streets.

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One last specter haunts our thoughts on this, though. The streets and the unseen infrastructure below them are extremely old. They pretty much all need to be replaced, and in short order.

The current efforts are just putting band-aids on an open, festering wound.

It’s gonna take a massive infusion of cash to ever get ahead of the pothole game. Money that doesn’t exist in the current budget.

A creative fiscal solution to this orange barrel conundrum is needed, and fast. Will anyone take the political risk to find one?

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MINDING OUR BUSINESS East Meets Northwest Ohio

Satrangi boutique brings Indian flair to Perrysburg

By Amy Campbell PHOTOS BY AMY CAMPBELL

Perrysburg is a lovely community, but not one most would describe as exotic. That could be changing, however, now that Ila Gupta has opened Satrangi (sat-ran-GHEE), a boutique featuring clothing and accessories from her home country, India.

Satrangi means seven colors, referencing the seven colors of the rainbow, and the store is filled with those seven and then some. Bright, elaborate dresses and long coats, many hand-embroidered, fill the racks, and a wall of cubbyhole shelves display intricate jewelry and stacks of saris.

Coming to America

When Gupta’s husband, Ravi Viswanathan, a software engineer, was transferred from India to Toledo in 2009, all Gupta knew about Perrysburg was what she could find on the internet. “When I came here it was always in my mind to do [some kind of business], because I knew there was nothing here from an Indian point of view,” Gupta said.

Ten years ago, she explained, the Toledo area had the Hindu temple and one Indian grocery store that only carried the basics. Gupta couldn’t get things like bindis— the colored dots traditionally worn by married women— bangles, or other

items without going to Ann Arbor, or further. Back then, her hobby was making jewelry from polymer clay. “I had people say ‘you should start selling things you make,’ so I thought okay…” Gupta recalls.

Mother, student, businesswoman

With two young sons, and pursuing a University of Toledo degree— to complement the MBA she received in India— Gupta decided to get a booth at the Tole-

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do Sister Cities International Festival in 2013. “I went with 30 or 40 things to sell, and it went well,” she said. A subsequent show in Michigan went even better.

“I did one show there, and it was a big hit,” she said. “Until then, I didn’t know Michigan had such a big Indian community.” In one year, Gupta did 175 shows.

“My little one literally grew up in my van,” she said.

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Finally, having built a solid customer base through the shows, Gupta decided to sell her wares close to home and opened Satrangi last September. She designs much of the boutique’s jewelry and clothing, which is then made to her specification in India. She has a following of Indians and Pakistanis in the area, but said she’d like to serve the local, non-Indian community as well. To that end, she has sponsored cultural events that are open to everyone, does catering out of a friend’s commercial kitchen and her future vision includes Indian dance classes, cooking classes and basic lessons in the Hindi language. Her company is called The Space, an acronym: Style, Party, Art, Entertainment and Creativity.

“For me it’s a dream, it’s not just a business,” she said. “I want to have every Indian thing under one roof, from top to bottom. So, I’m working toward it.”

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Meter Minded

CITY SIDE

We asked TCP readers for their thoughts.

“The comments below are why Toledo can’t revert on free lunch time parking - no one seems to have an incentive to visit downtown unless it’s free, which is unheard of in any other city near its size.” — Phillip Runyan “We need to keep Toledo weird, and this along with a FREE art museum, are just a start.”

— Gerald Kern “Free meters to encourage lunching downtown” — Pamela Vollmar “From businesses to contractors Toledo has not been accommodating and it’s been getting worse.” — Michael Lawrence

No More Free Lunch (Parking)?

Controversial proposal seeks to eliminate free parking downtown

By Jeff McGinnis

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t’s always an uphill battle to convince the public to start paying for something that used to be free— especially when it’s been free for over 30 years.

Back in the 1980s, parking at metered spaces in downtown Toledo became free during lunchtime hours, from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. This was ostensibly done in an effort to encourage more people to visit the area during the middle of the day, to provide a boost to restaurants and businesses, and in general to bolster what was, at the time, a struggling downtown district.

Now, over three decades later, downtown Toledo is in the midst of a renaissance, with new development and increased public engagement, thanks in part to the efforts of groups like ConnecToledo, a non-profit development group that has worked to create strategies to revitalize the area.

ConnecToledo’s latest efforts, however, have engendered quite a bit of controversy. Commissioning studies by Walker Consultants out of Chicago over the past few years to examine the area’s parking policy, among all the suggestions that came out of the studies— more consistent enforcement of meters, expanding the service area— the most-discussed proposal revolves around the elimination of free lunchtime parking.

Charge all day

“What the parking study says is, you should optimize all of your on-street parking so you always have at least 15% free [empty],” said Rachel Bach, president and CEO of ConnecToledo. “If you have areas where you have less demand for parking, you should charge less in those areas, and in areas where you have higher demand, the recommendation is to charge more. “But right now, the recommendation on the table is to charge all day, between eight and five.”

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Park that thought So, what’s next? As of right now, not much.

While downtown parking is currently free during lunch, the City hasn’t made a final decision on whether or not they will eliminate a policy favored for more than three decades. In general, restaurant owners hate the idea. As expected, organizations who have put up money on studies to “revisit” the policy love the idea. And, as typical, the Toledo City Council isn’t showing their hand. Instead, they are soliciting more input (again), but no dates have been set for public meetings on the topic. Until then, we’ll be taking full advantage of the 11am-2pm lunchtime hours.

Opposition from day one

But the suggestion of eliminating free parking during noontime has run into a barrage of criticism ever since it first began to take shape last year. Business owners like Ed Beczynski of the Blarney Irish Pub and Focaccia’s Market say that their customers greatly appreciate the ability to visit without paying for midday parking. “I see people from out of downtown that come down, and they can park for free at lunch. So, would they come down if they had to pay a dollarsomething? Possibly. I don’t want to say that it would ruin my business, but I can

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said Toledo should keep parking free 9% said Toledo should start charging.

“I know paying to park downtown keeps me from doing things down there. I had to pay five dollars just to have dinner for my friends * Out of 191 votes birthday. Our courts are already backed up, why add to the load? If I have to pay for parking downtown are we going to get more police officers? Better streets?” — Dawn Partridge

say that people appreciate coming downtown when there’s free parking at lunch,” Beczynski said.

Beczynski, a member of the Downtown Toledo Improvement District’s board, first heard of the proposal to eliminate free lunchtime parking about ten months ago. “I was one on the board that has had reservations about it,” he said. “And what I said was… I understand as downtown grows, we need to figure out other ideas as well. But just to eliminate free parking at lunch hours, and eliminating free parking after five, and on the weekends, I said to the board I am against that from day one.”

Turnover is key

Bach is quick to point out that the free parking suggestion is just one part of a broader effort to give the city more flexibility in how it implements its parking policy. “There’s no hard and fast recommendations on those things,” she noted.

“The (proposed) changes are just asking the City Council to give the Port Authority— who’s actually the operator of the on-street parking— the ability to make changes to parking times and rates as they see fit, based on demand management.”

“Should we keep lunchtime parking free, or start charging?”

Not all downtown business owners and developers are against the plan, however.

Matt Rubin, co-owner of Crane Development, has been a proponent of the policy change and believes encouraging more turnover in downtown’s parking spaces will bolster business.

“One of the buildings that we own is 614 Adams, where Fowl and Fodder is operating since 2017. And for Fowl and Fodder, turnover in the few metered parking spaces outside on Adams is key.

And what the new parking ordinance and policies would do would be to encourage more turnover in those spaces during the time when they’re most important for the restaurant,” Rubin said.

Rubin also argues that the new policies will encourage those who work downtown to take advantage of long-term parking lots, freeing up more space on the street.

“Businesses and their employees use those spaces for long-term, all-day parking, versus what they’re intended to do, which is to accommodate customers and short-term parkers who are coming here for a service or to buy goods.”

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Beczynski points out he provides parking for many of his employees, who would otherwise have difficulty affording to park near work. “I rent spots out for eight of my full-time employees, so they’re not running out, putting money in the meter. I know they can’t afford to pay for parking in downtown generally,” he said. “So that frees up spots for my customers as well, so they’re not taking up all the spots.”

Supply and demand

On April 25, Toledo City Council held a meeting where members of the public could speak out on their opinions of the proposed changes. Over 20 individuals addressed the Council that night, many expressing their misgivings and disappointment in the proposal. No vote has been held yet on the issue, and many members of the Council expressed a desire to hold more meetings before a vote is called. “I hope that citizens and the city council will understand that this was a practice that was put in place in the late-to-mid 80’s, when nobody was coming downtown,” Bach of ConnecToledo said. “And now, we do have people coming downtown. So, we want to try to make sure that this is going to benefit people, and that ultimately these spaces are turning.”

“If there’s a problem with the parking— which, to be honest, I don’t see it— but if they feel that there’s a problem, they have to work with the businesses, the bar owners, and say ‘Okay, what can we do to make parking better for you?’”

Beczynski said.

“I get the supply and demand, I really do. But we need to have an option for people who want to come down, really don’t want to pay for parking, because maybe they can’t afford it, and be part of what’s been going on downtown.”

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Striking a Balance Growing business through urban agriculture

By Athena Cocoves and Erin Holden Balance Pan-Asian Grille owners Prakash “PK” Karamchandani and HoChan “CJ” Jang are on a mission to make their restaurant completely sustainable.

Since opening their first restaurant in 2010, the University of Toledo graduates have made a name for themselves in the fast-casual industry, taking home the Top 100 Award from FastCasual.com for the third year in a row (2017-2019), and their fresh, produce-centered Asian fusion cuisine has become a locally-craved favorite.

But popularity isn’t always easy. Volume demands have been hard to keep up with. Making sure they stay true to their mission to provide quick, healthy, affordable and fresh fare has become increasingly difficult.

To keep their business in balance, PK and CJ have to keep a lot of moving parts in equilibrium— four area restaurants, a location in downtown Cleveland, a new composting effort, and an 8000+ sq. ft. aquaponic farm in downtown Toledo. Yes, really.

CJ checking out the growth at Balance Farms.

Artist Tony Touch covered the facility walls with his distinct and colorful street art style.

Staying fresh

The restaurant industry is notoriously tricky. Some basic considerations for a typical restaurant owner— coordinating the purchase of supplies and ingredients, managing employee and restaurant schedules, maintaining standards and planning for what customers might order in the coming week— all require a sense of premonition that would cause Rasputin envy. And Balance is anything but basic.

With demand for fresh ingredients, deliveries of organic and local produce prepped on site every day— they are committed to limiting as much waste as possible and have even developed a technology to analyze sales to project future demand. They recently introduced a new composting system and are working with area partners to calculate the nutrient density of menu items.

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Despite all the science that goes into it, PK says that Balance isn’t only driven by the desire to save the planet and lower their carbon footprint, adding “even though that’s great.” The restaurant’s biggest motivation is actually very straightforward: “What we really want to do is sell super-fresh food.”

Straightforward isn’t always simple, a lesson PK quickly learned. The more the operation grew, the more difficult it became to keep things cost-effective while also having enough organic or locally-sourced ingredients to use to prepare their produce-centered menu items. “[Sourcing produce has] become a bigger and bigger problem,” he says. “ We used to be able to go to the farmers market and buy what we needed. Then we got in good with a couple of farmers— Bench Farms, Shared Legacy, Green Farms, Toledo GROWs— and they were able to supply us, but that is seasonal and now we’re outpacing their volume.”

Keeping up

Balance's Asian fusion cuisine is full of veggies— part of their effort to “change the standard American diet to something more Asian,” with produce at the center of the plate. “With just four stores in Toledo, we go through 400 pounds of kale a week,” says PK. But produce is not a commodity product, which means costs fluctuate up to 40 percent a week. Not only is this a huge expenditure for the restaurant, but the unpredictable prices make the menu’s low-price points difficult to manage.

So, if you can’t get the amount of produce you need locally, what do you do?

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You can outsource, picking up produce from Mexico, like most of the industry. “Honestly, it’s not good,” PK says. “By the time we get it, it’s weeks old.”

Or, you start your own urban farm in downtown Toledo using a complex aquaponics system, the likes of which no one had ever created.

Breaking ground

To establish a farm in the middle of a city, the Balance team had to get creative. First, they had to find a place to break ground.

“At the beginning of 2016, we opened a restaurant in Perrysburg. Immediately after that was open and stable, we started looking for what the next location was going to be,” PK recalls. “We knew we wanted a location in downtown Toledo because downtown is coming back to life, and we have to do something cool. But we had a problem to figure out— how to source local produce and not pay out the nose for it.”

With a dream to find a site that could serve as both a restaurant and a farm, the team began looking and ultimately found a building at 215 N. Summit St. that had not been occupied for 30 years.

“When we came to this building there was nothing here,” PK said. “We found other tenants and were able to get this whole building occupied, utilizing a weird piece of real estate,” referring to the long, deep retail space with no frontage that is so unpopular now. In real estate terms, spaces like these are deemed “bowling alleys,” but PK saw an opportunity to revitalize this wasted urban space by splitting it in half and utilizing the back for the farm.

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Hydroponic microgreens are freshly plucked only hours before appearing on a bowl or taco at the Balance restaurants.

Along with creating ample space for an aquaponic farm for completely organic produce, using these “bowling alley” style spaces is a way to “bring urban cores back to life.” Abandoned retail and warehouse spaces are a great setup for what they hope to do with their restaurants— make them totally sustainable, urban farm-to-table operations.

Taking root

To start growing, the team had to continue searching for creative solutions. With a plan to create an aquaponic farm, Balance hooked up with Dan Sadoski, of Great Greens LLC, an experienced local grower of hydroponic microgreens, who later joined as an operating business partner for Balance Farms.

With Sadoski’s expertise, Balance designed a new system that PK describes as a 'post-organic.' “What most people think is organic produce has pesticides,” PK explains, adding that organic produce is still allowed to have fertilizers and pesticides, as long as they are certified as “organic.” “This facility uses no pesticides or synthentic fertilizers of any kind. It’s 100 percent biodynamic and a completely controlled environment.”

To keep the produce healthy, the facility has strict protocols put in place to ensure biosecurity. Employees who work at the farm are required to shower daily, scrub down, step on rubber mats with bleach to disinfect their shoes and change clothes before entering. When they’re done, they change out of their clothes, which are later laundered on site.

While the protocol might be extreme, it’s all necessary to prevent a breach. And, while unlikely, if a breach does happen, a plan is in place: “We will use a biodynamic solution, like releasing ladybugs or some other force to out-predator the pest. But we don’t ever want to get to that point.”

Full circle

To demonstrate how the whole farm works, PK provided a meticulous tour of the facility. While explaining the chemistry, biology, and engineering of the farm, a playlist of Sublime and Bob Marley favorites blared in the background. And, while there is something nostalgic

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about high-efficiency LED lights, a one-drop drum pattern and a science lesson (that is tough to understand), showed, painfully, that our capacity for scientific reasoning has not improved since college.

The main thing to understand regarding Balance Farms is aquaponics, the combination of aquaculture (raising fish) and hydroponics (the soil-less growing of plants that uses less than 1/10th of the amount of water required for traditional farming).

Unlike traditional hydroponics, which compensates for the lack of nutrient-rich soil with additive solutions, aquaponics creates the nutrients plants need through aquaculture. “We’re building a biology,” PK says. “When it gets up to scale, it will be more-or-less self-sufficient.”

In the fish room, where multiple tanks hold a variety of fish— including tilapia and Sadoski’s 7-year-old goldfish, “Fatty McFatterson”— the bacterial cultures that allow the plants to grow. “People say fish are the heart of an aquaponics system,” says PK. “But they’re more like the battery. The heart is the actual bacterial cultures.”

Next, the nutrients feed crops in the hydroponic room, a large open warehouse featuring rows and rows of shelving for produce in various stages of development, like lettuce, herbs and kale, staples that are stacked vertically and can grow year-round.

Keeping it efficient

Balance Farms employs a myriad of tools, but two are the most significant. First, spectrum specific lighting comes from a smart system that prevents plants from spending energy, eliminating light spectrums they don’t use to grow. “If you use spectrum specific lighting they use 100 percent of that energy,” PK says. “We’re able to grow some plants 60 percent faster than we could with conventional growing.”

Second, “seven dollars worth of PVC hooked up the right way to maintain the perfect level of water,” PK says with a grin. The water system, which is part of Balance's proprietary technology, is a “100 percent gravity system” that does not use any water pumps. Instead, water flows through expertly-placed pipes and is cleaned, reused and recycled, allowing the facility to operate on

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less water than hydroponic farming and far less than conventional farming. “The only way we lose water here is if we spill it due to user error, or through evaporation,” PK adds.

Vertical integration like this is unprecedented in the industry and earned Balance feature story coverage in Nation’s Restaurant News, Fast Casual, Food Equipment, and other industry-specific magazines.

“There are restaurants that do farm-to-table, but to do it on a large scale, year-round, and to do it with a less than $10 per plate price point, is not something we have seen anyone else figure out.”

Future crops

Currently, Balance Farms is actively growing. They supply microgreens to area restaurants and local grocery stores and harvest produce in the morning for their Toledo-area restaurants to serve that day. Their new menu, which debuted at the end of May, is ripe with crops from the farm, fulfilling their promise of farm-tofork meals.

Despite the progress, PK still spent much of the tour discussing other plans that Balance Farms has for the future, including educational tours with the Imagination Station, utilizing the vertical space on the walls to grow edible flowers, continuing this concept at their other restaurants, as well as ideas that CJ, Balance’s culinary lead, is excited about.

“CJ can do so much more by having his hands on a farm,” PK says, adding that many of their favorite Asian ingredients, like kaffir lime leaves, are only available in the US in a shipped frozen form. “He’s already talking about growing his own specific kind of pepper to go in the Bang Bang sauce so that no one can duplicate the recipe.”

Balance Farms is showing how urban agriculture can grow business and community. And, at the end of the day, Balance Farms won’t be graded by its carbon footprint or how innovative the design is. Instead, success will be measured by what the farm can produce.

PK explains it bluntly— “We can grow a f*!k ton of food.” 

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The cocktail, created by a bartender at the Hotel Nacional de Cuba, was named for the American actress Mary Pickford during her stay at the Havana hotel during a 1920s trip with Charlie Chaplin.

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What's your best piece of advice for budding bartenders?

Conversation goes a long way. If you don't know a drink, be honest, more than likely the guest will let you know what's in it.

What’s a current cocktail trend that you love, and what is one that you hate?

I love margaritas and daiquiris— margaritas are refreshing and daiquiris are the go-to cocktails everyone loves. I hate fermented cocktails.

What is the most eccentric garnish or flavor you've ever made a cocktail with?

Pickles, bacon, salami, pepperoni for Bloody Marys.

Are there any up-and-coming cocktail trends that readers should keep an eye out for?

Expect more colorful cocktails. They're attractive and pop out to the eyes.

What's the most overrated, and underrated, liquor?

Overrated: Patron. Underrated: Roku Gin. What's your favorite Prohibition-era cocktail?

The Sidecar Tell us about the best cocktail you ever had?

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The Lemon Basil Martini 2 oz Six Fifths Premium Vodka 1 oz Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice 1 oz Homemade Simple Syrup 2 Large Fresh Basil Leaves

These ingredients are combined and shake over ice, then strained into a chilled martini glass. We garnish with a fresh basil leaf to indulge the rest of the senses including the aroma and presentation.

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144 N. Superior St., 419-725-0444. Registrybistro.com Aged Rum / Tuaca (vanilla - citrus liqueur) / Cardamaro (Italian Amaro ) / Oleo Saccharum (sweet oil mixture made with citrus rinds) / fresh lime juice / pineapple juice / bitters Great Ingredients to keep in your home bar: Bitters and Liqueur: They are fun to collect and never go bad. These are the little treats that make your cocktails shine. My three favorite liqueurs: St. Germaine Elderflower Liqueur, Carpano Antica Rosso Vermouth, and Grand Marnier Orange Brandy.

Vermouth: They are always great to keep on hand. Remember to keep them in the refrigerator and they'll keep for a long time.

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Hendrick's Gin, Elderflower liqueur, grapefruit juice and La Marca Prosecco creates a crisp, palate-cleansing taste with a delicate floral flavor. A chive flower garnish balance the clean cocktail with a sharp bite and beautiful color.

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This is a play on a refreshing summer drink enjoyed by the Northside Chicago gang in the 20s and 30s.

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Orange Cherry Aromatic bitters Cane sugar Splash of soda Your choice of Bourbon

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Bourbon is popular right now and it’s one of our more popular drinks.

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Maybe we’re overstating our intuitive instincts, but here’s a prediction: summer 2018 will be the season of cocktails. Craft beer had its due, and rosé— while delicious— has enjoyed its time in trend. Cocktails, whether classic, new, or old fashioned with a twist, are here to stay. And we couldn’t be more excited. We consulted local bartenders about our premonition and sipped on their ice-cold advice and stiff recommendations.

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Beer & Bacon Fest

It’s back! The 2019 Beer & Bacon Fest is sure to deliver. Along with over 20 Northwest Ohio Breweries to sample from, you’ll find a cigar tent, classic Hungarian foods and a chance to get to know your local brewers. $30 admission gets you 10 beer samples. 4-9pm.

Saturday, June 15. Hungarian Club of Toledo, 224 Paine Ave. 419-340-2589. eventbrite.com

Big bite Science on Tap

This unique craft beer festival hosted by Imagination Station has it all— beer, science experiments, and axe throwing. Patron Saints Brewery, Maumee Bay Brewing Company, Inside the Five and other breweries will be there, and don’t forget to hit up the food trucks (Red Eye Pie and Smashdawgz). Experts from Lourdes University and local brewmasters will explain the fermentation process. In addition, listen to Old State Line and throw axes with Axe419!

Just make sure to wear closed-toe shoes. $25-$35. Includes 3 beer samples, snacks, and activities. 6-9pm. Thursday, June 13.

The H20 Cafe at Imagination Station, 1 Discovery Way. 419-244-2674. imaginationstationtoledo.org

This year’s Burger Bash invites you to vote for the best burger after you’ve had your fill of sampling.

Four vendors from last year will return— Inside the Five, Dave & Busters, Frogtown Johnnie’s, and Mancy’s Ideal— while new additions Bar 145 and Charlie’s Homemade Ice Cream & Edibles offer up new treats to please your palate. You’ll stay entertained from the beginning of the event until the end with music from Grizzley Grits, Black Swamp Rebels, The 25’s, and See Alice. $6 for adults. $4 for 12 and under. 5-11pm. Friday, June 14. 4-11pm.

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Toledo’s hidden gem for Southern cuisine

By Erin Holden

Open for over five years now, UNB Soul Food Restaurant has become known for its fried catfish and shrimp, indulgently cheesy side dishes, and greens seasoned in a way that no other eatery can match.

Rhonda Witty, UNB co-owner, served us our meal as she prepared for the steady influx of dinner-time customers that followed our arrival. She was well into her opening routine when we got there and was soon flooded by carryout orders, then quite a few in-store diners.

It’s a small establishment, but that lends to its appeal. As Rhonda talked to patrons, her friendly, comfortable demeanor conveyed that she knew many of them.

Despite being busy, she clearly takes the time to make diners feel at home in her restaurant.

Universal beginnings

UNB stands for Universal New Beginnings, the same name of the church Rhonda and her husband, Robert, founded and have pastored for 19 years. The church was the impetus for the restaurant, which began when people inquired about the enticing smell that was forever wafting into neighboring storefronts.

“It started out as cooking meals for our members at Bible study,” says Witty.

“It dawned on me that we were having the study around meal time, so I started making wing baskets and things like that.

People started smelling it and asked, ‘Could we get some wings?’”

She says it was never her dream to open a restaurant, but she and her husband embarked on this adventure together with Rhonda working in the kitchen and Robert managing the front.

Witty was raised in the small town of Maybee, MI. “They used to tease us that it may be there; it may be not— because it’s so small,” she laughs. Her grandparents farm, where they grew their own greens and yams, is where she was first exposed to soul food. “They would kill and prepare everything that we ate.”

She always loved to cook, but she says her Aunt Jill is the person who “ignited my flame.” Granny Jill’s Fried Chicken, wings dipped in homemade barbecue sauce, is named after her and is Witty’s favorite dish.

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We began with the garbage fries, a heavy combo consisting of crispy fries, shredded cheddar cheese, thinly sliced onions, sour cream and pulled pork drizzled with barbecue sauce. The sauce had a sweet, tangy flavor that is best compared to a Kansas City-style barbecue— my favorite variety.

As we worked on the basket of fries, our entrees arrived. I opted for the shrimp feast, a hearty meal that came with six

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fried shrimp, hush puppies and a corn muffin. I chose the scalloped potatoes and fried green tomatoes as my sides. It was a lot of food. I had to pace myself to taste everything while also leaving room to sample my dining companion’s order.

The breading on the large shrimp was crispy and well-seasoned. Tender, and not overdone, the shrimp were one of the highlights of our meal. Getting these right is no easy feat— I’ve had my share of overcooked, rubbery fried shrimp. UNB’s did not disappoint.

My dining partner had fried catfish, mac and cheese, hush puppies, and collard greens that were full of flavor. The mac and cheese and my scalloped potatoes were probably the most irresistible part of the meal. Both had a generous helping of melted cheese that kept me extending a fork for more long after I thought I was too full for another bite.

I have to mention the fried green tomatoes, another dish that is easy to get wrong, but that UNB does right. Fried in a cornmeal breading, like the catfish, the tomato slices were not too thick. The consistency was just as it should be— juicy, but not so juicy and heavy that it causes the breading to break and fall apart before you can take a bite. They held together well and we ate half of the portion Rhonda served us. We had to take the rest home in a to-go box (UNB portion sizes certainly more than satisfy).

Other appetizing menu options include Po’ Boys, fried chicken meals, chitterlings, barbecue ribs, pot roast, pigs feet and other savory soul food. The fried smothered pork chops and rib tips are customer favorites. We had no room for dessert, but the mason jar double chocolate delights and sweet potato cheesecake looked tempting. Rest assured, we will be back to sample more of the menu.

“One of the things we pride ourselves on is that, when you walk through our doors, you’re part of the family,” says Witty. “You’ll get food that’s prepared and served with love.”

Summer hours are 2-8pm. WednesdaySaturday. Noon-7pm on Sunday. UNB Soul Food Restaurant, 1855 S. Reynolds Rd. 419-382-1820. facebook.com/ Unbsoulfoodcafe

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The outdoor market continues through the month of October. Take advantage of the beautiful weather at this market, where you’ll find fresh local produce and other products from regional vendors. 3-7pm.

Westgate Farmers Market, Across from Costco, 3301 Secor Rd. 419-255-6765. toledofarmersmarket.com Free

Celebrate Polish American heritage and culture at the picnic. The weekend will be filled with live music, traditional dancing and of course, Polish food. $6-$8. 5-11pm. And 2-11pm, Saturday 6.15.

3524 Seaman St., Oregon. 419-691-5684. tapspolkas.com

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Thursdays

Perrysburg Farmers’ Market

Visit Historic Perrysburg for the weekly outdoor market. Shop dozens of produce, artisan food and craft vendors. Live music will be featured throughout the warmer months held at the Commodore Park Gazebo. 3-8pm. Downtown Perrysburg, Indiana Ave. & Louisiana, Perrysburg. 419-874-9147. perrysburg-farmers-market.com Free

Saturdays

Toledo Farmers Market Toledo Farmers Market

Visit one of the area’s largest outdoor markets, chock-full with local produce, artisan baked goods, dairy products and crafts. Don’t forget to bring your own shopping bags and cash. 8am-2pm.

525 Market St. 419-255-6765. toledofarmersmarket.com Free

Monday, 6.10

Italian Garden Dinner Ciao!

Eat, drink, and learn about culinary techniques with a five-course herb garden cooking demonstration

by Ciao! Chef Jason Peelor. The meal begins with sauteed jumbo shrimp served on fresh arugula, and ends with a lemon basil cake topped with limoncello whipped cream. Each course is paired with a different wine. $70. 6pm. 6064 Monroe St., Sylvania. ciaorestaurant.com

Thursday 6.13

Chef’s Dinner Brim House

These popular monthly dinners feature a special prix fixe menu accompanied by cocktails. June’s dinner “Molecular Gastronomy” focuses on modern cooking techniques that are both social, artistic and technical. Eight course meal and cocktail pairings, $85. 6:30-9:30pm. 444 N. Summit St. 419-243-7664. brimhousetoledo.com

Tastings Thursday 6.6

Japanese Beer & Wine Tasting Schedel Gardens

Chef Jennifer Schuerman will offer a selection of rice and plum wines alongside popular beers from Japan.

A sushi sampling will accompany the tasting. $36.

6-8pm. 19255 W. Portage River South Rd., Elmore.

419-862-3182. schedel-gardens.org

Friday, 6.7

Wine at the Zoo Toledo Zoo

For a romantic evening with your partner or a night out with friends, there’s nothing more exciting than a Toledo Zoo Wine tasting. The tasting lineup will be held at the Zoo’s newly opened Museum of Natural History. $45-$50. 7-9pm. 2 Hippo Way. 419-385-5721. toledozoo.org/wine

Sunday, 6.9

Patio Pounders Basil

Every Sunday the Pizzeria offers a wine tasting featuring select vintages alongside bread, fruit and cheese. Sample a variety of easy to drink wines perfect for an evening on the deck. $35. 5-8pm.

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

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5th Polish Picnic Oak Shade Grove

Father’s Day Dinner Sofia Quintero Center

The brunch will be served buffet-style in a festive atmosphere. Explore the outdoor gardens and relax, it’s Father’s Day! $10-$20. 2-5pm. 1225 Broadway St. 419-241-1655. facebook.com/sqacc

Sunday 6.16

Fathers’ Day at the Zoo Toledo Zoo

Dads are admitted to the Zoo for free! Bring the kids for a fun day of exploration, discovery. Special BBQ menu available for additional charge. Admission varies. 10am-4pm. 2 Hippo Way. 419-385-5721. toledozoo.org

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IFTAR Dinner

Totally 80s with Guest Chef Andrew Friedman Culinary Vegetable Institute (CVI)

Grab your tickets to this special author’s talk with Chef Andrew Friedman. The author will discuss his newest book “Chefs, Drugs, and Rock & Roll” followed by a four course wine dinner prepared

by Friedman and CVI Chef Jamie Simpson.

These events sell out! $150. 4-9:30pm.

12304 Mudbrook Rd., Milan, Ohio. 419-499-7500. culinaryvegetableinstitute.com

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Saturday 6.22

The dinner celebrates the end of fasting during the Islamic holiday Ramadan and is sponsored by the Human Relations Equality and Social Justice Committee. 7:30-9:30pm. One Government Center.

419-245-1001. Facebook event IFTAR dinner celebration. Free

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Dad’s Trivia Night H20 Cafe at Imagination Station

An upcoming event is Famous Dads Trivia Night with Book that DJ, where you can show off your knowledge of dads from pop culture, history, and beyond! Find the cafe’s regular hours and other events on the Imagination Station website. 6pm. 1 Discovery Way. 419-244-2674. imaginationstationtoledo.org

Free

Saturday, 6.15

Father’s Day Tasting Walt Churchill’s Maumee

Sample a selection of father-friendly vintages at an affordable price. Leave home with something special for the evening. Prices vary. 2-6pm.

3320 Briarfield Blvd., Maumee. 419-794-4000. waltchurchillsmarket.com

Wednesday 6.19

Craft Cocktail Workshop Registry Bistro

This month’s workshop “Porch Poundin’ Punches” will have you creating easy-drinking summer specialities, using the finest ingredients and liquors. Reservations required. $25. 144 N. Superior St. 419-725-0444. registrybistro.com

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Four Fires Meadery

Back to booze basics at the new taproom

By Dave Kubacki

3115 W Bancroft St., Toledo | 419-720-1818

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With soft openings slated in June, Four Fires will provide a new option for craft alcohol consumers in Northwest Ohio. New is a relative term, in this instance, as Four Fires provides a throwback to one of the world’s oldest types of alcohol: mead.

What is mead?

For those unfamiliar with mead, Four Fires co-founder Josh Kirk describes it with a simple comparison.

“The best way to describe mead is by comparing it to other types of alcohol,” Kirk said. “Beer is from grain, wine is from grapes, and mead is from honey.”

Where did the name Four Fires originate?

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The Four Fires name has its roots in the Native American tribes of northwest Ohio and surrounding areas. In 796 AD, the Chippewa, Ottawa and Potawatomi tribes decided to work together, dubbing their collaboration as The Council of Three Fires. With four founding partners, Josh Kirk, Andrew Lynch, Athreya Rajan, and Christopher Clarke, Four Fires built there identity on this collaboration. This partnership, however, did not initially center around making mead.

“We pretty much met through the craft beer community and beer tastings,” Lynch said. “We were all brewing beer, but realized we were actually making much better mead than beer.”

According to Kirk, pursuing a career in making mead made much more sense.

“At the time, we were all brewing beer with various levels of success,” Kirk said. “But we found that we could actually make world class mead. We weren’t brewing anything close to world class beers at the time, but when we started making mead, we felt like we were on to something.”

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The craft alcohol boom

Like craft breweries, craft meaderies are also growing at an impressive rate.

According to the American Meadmakers Association (AMMA), the number of commercial meaderies in the US increased from approximately 30 in 2003 to about 200 in 2013. By 2016, that number had increased to nearly 300.

The AMMA data actually shows that the growth in mead has outpaced other alcoholic beverages, including beer.

According to the AMMA and DRAFT Magazine, from 2014 to 2015, the sales and production of craft beer increased by 17 percent and 18 percent, respectively. Mead sales, however, grew by 42 percent, while production increased by 128 percent. According to Lynch, this presented an excellent opportunity.

“The brewery market seems to be saturated right now,” Lynch said.

“Mead seems to be a pretty untapped market. We’ll still be on the ground floor of it in [northwest Ohio].”

According to Kirk, what makes mead so appealing is its approachability.

“We’ve noticed that our kegs sell really well in breweries,” Kirk said. “Not everyone who goes to breweries wants to drink beer so our meads tend to sell well there.”

Where can I find Four Fires?

Four Fires will be open initially only on Fridays and Saturdays. The taproom will have 16 taps, which Four Fires hopes to fill with mostly their own offerings. The goal is to pursue additional licenses to have beer and a full bar available. According to Kirk, the formula is pretty simple.

“Alcohol brought us all together,” Kirk said. “We think we can be successful if we have something available for everyone to enjoy.”

Four Fires Meadery 1683 Lance Point Rd., Unit 106, Maumee.

4firesmeadery@gmail.com. 4fmeadery.com

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CURTAIN CALL Trouble in River City— Again Croswell Opera House presents a new production of The Music Man

By Jeff McGinnis

THEATER NOTES You dirty rotten scoundrel

Based on the book and film by the same name, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels is a raucous comedy set on the French Riviera. The story centers around the competition between two con artists as they each try to con a wealthy heiress out of $50,000. $23-$25. 8pm on June 7, 8, 13, 14, and 15. 2:30pm on June 9 and 16. The Toledo Repertoire Theatre, 16 10th St. 419-243-9277. toledorep.tix.com —EH

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An imperfect storm

“There’s no need to feel down”

Eric Parker plays Harold Hill in The Music Man at the Croswell Opera House.

If you’ve been to the theater more than a few times in your life, the odds are good you probably have seen The Music Man. Debuting on Broadway in 1957, the musical about a con man who wins his way into the hearts of a community quickly became one of the most frequently-performed shows by theater companies across the country. Just ask director Stephen Kiersey. He’s been involved in no less than five productions of the show— four of them at the Croswell Opera House in Adrian, MI. “I first did Music Man when I was in high school, because the show was, and still is, kind of a staple of high school theater programs,” Kiersey said. “So when I was in high school— I was in the barbershop quartet [in the cast].”

After graduating, Kiersey returned to a role in The Music Man by joining the cast of a production at the Croswell— again, as a member of the barbershop quartet. Years later, he was given a chance to direct a production of the show at the Croswell, twice. Now, over a decade later, he is helming yet another production of The Music Man at the Croswell, for a three-week run, beginning on Friday, June 7.

“I think it’s because it has a little bit of everything,” Kiersey said of The Music Man’s staying power. “It’s got great music, a great story, it’s got romance, it’s got humor. There’s something for everybody in this show.”

Blessing and a curse

There is a blessing and a curse for anyone putting up a show as well-known as Music Man. The blessing comes in how your audience is, by and large, already on your side— you know they love the show and want to see you perform it well. The curse comes in how artists can feel constrained by the expectations that come with such affection for the material.

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“There might be some things you want to change, yet the audience knows it so well, we can’t change that, we gotta have that, we gotta do that,” Kiersey said. “There are certain things that people expect when they come to see the show, and I’ve tried to keep all of those things in the show.”

Kiersey and his crew take some liberties with the material. Some locations have been tweaked, taking advantage of the sets constructed by veteran Croswell scene designer Leo Babcock.

“We are making a few changes. We are not having the scenes played in the gymnasium, like they were originally.

We’re using the town square more, we’re using the Madison Picnic Park more. So we changed some of the locations of the scenes,” Kiersey explains.

40 years ago, the now-iconic Village People entered the airwaves and became household names through hits like “Y.M.C.A.,” “Macho Man,” “Can’t Stop the Music,” and more. Celebrate four decades of disco as the band’s original lead singer Victor Willis visits Toledo to perform during the Valentine Theatre’s annual Fundraiser Gala. Enjoy the live band and relive the classics during this annual indoor and outdoor concert benefiting the not-for-profit historical theatre’s ongoing maintenance. $50-85. 6:30pm-midnight. Saturday, June 8.

Valentine Theatre, 410 Adams St., 419-242-2787. valentinetheatre.com

In American playwright Sharr White’s 2011 OffBroadway drama, The Other Place, disorientation and change take center stage.

The main character, Juliana Smithton, juggles the onset of illness, a successful career, a cheating husband, an estranged daughter, secrets and mystery.

White creates an imperfect storm of shifting personalities and fleeting moments of paranoia, all balanced with smart, funny and witty lines. See Actors Collaborative Toledo present the area premiere of this sharp drama during a weekend run of shows. $15.

June 14-16. 8pm, Friday and Saturday. 3pm, Sunday. The Village Players Theatre.

2740 Upton Ave., 419-472-6817.

Act419.org —AC

A bit of nostalgia

“Actually it’s been kind of fun to revisit this show again. The last time I did it, I think, was 2007. And I didn’t just want to do a slavish repeat of what we did the last time. So I just looked at it with fresh eyes.” In the end, though, Kiersey said he hopes he can deliver a version of a classic that will give audiences a warm sense of the way things were— or how we wish they had been.

“I hope the audience takes away a sense of fun, and maybe a little bit of nostalgia,” he said. “I think that’s one of the other reasons why the show is so popular. It’s set in a fictional, small Iowa town, but really, these people, we all know them. They exist in all of our towns. Music Man kind of conjures up images of maybe not the way America was, but maybe how we would like to think America was.”

The Croswell Opera House’s production of “The Music Man” runs Thursdays and Fridays June 7 until June 23. Tickets range from $40 to $15. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit croswell.org.

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BOOK NOTES

The Making of a Modern Saint

Irish Crossings author

Irish-American author Terence O’Leary has written many stories about Irish immigrants through his Irish Crossings series. He will discuss the historical accounts behind many of those tales in his presentation “The Potato Famine and the Coming of the Irish to America.” Attendees will learn about the Great Hunger that began in 1845, causing over 1 million Irish to die and a like number to travel to American shores in a mass migration. No registration required. 7pm. Tuesday, June 11. Way Public Library, 101 E. Indiana Ave., Perrysburg. 419-874-3135. waylibrary.info Free —EH

The Thrills of 1924 explores Dorothy Day’s life in the Big Easy

By Erin Holden

So You Want to Talk About Race

Discuss The New York Times bestselling book by Ijeoma Oluo, which takes a hard look at race relations. The book covers life-and-death issues, such as police brutality and mass incarceration, as well as the daily awkward moments that are often difficult to address.

Oluo approaches sensitive topics artfully and with empathy.

The discussion will be led by Bowling Green State University Director of the Institute for the Study of Culture & Society, Dr. Jolie Sheffer. 7pm. Tuesday, June 18. Way Public Library, 101 E. Indiana Ave., Perrysburg.

419-874-3135. waylibrary.info Free —EH

Grand entrance

The Toledo-Lucas County Public Library has announced the opening of the new Mott Branch Library. The impressive modern-designed space, located in the heart of the Historic Roosevelt and Onyx Neighborhoods, incorporates the Smith Park playground into the library grounds in an effective, meaningful way and is sure to be a haven for area youth and the community. For the Grand Opening, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur, Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz and Councilman Tyrone Riley will make remarks, and there will be a musical performance by the Clarence Smith Community Chorus. 4:30pm. Friday, June 7. Mott Library, 1010 Dorr St. 419-259-5200. Toledolibrary.org Free —SE

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Resident Perrysburg writer and researcher Robert P. Russo, like many other members of the Dorothy Day Guild, is on a mission to make sure that the investigative journalist is recognized as a saint. His research began with scholarly articles on her life, and it continues with the transcription of Day’s handwritten journal entries to be sent to the Vatican, making a scrupulously detailed case for why Day deserves to be canonized. Socialist, communist, writer, nurse, and saint— Russo’s work exposes the complexities of one woman’s journey toward self-discovery and lifelong service to those in need.

Underworld denizens

With this year’s release of The Thrills of 1924: Dorothy Day Encounters the “Underworld Denizens” of New Orleans, Russo brings his research of the complicated figure to her time in the Crescent City, where she wrote a column called “All Around New Orleans” for the New Orleans Item.

Day, who was born in Brooklyn and grew up in Chicago, “claimed she wanted to get away from the cold weather and the amount of alcohol that flowed freely in Chicago,” said Russo, acknowledging that New Orleans was perhaps the least likely place to escape alcohol (even during Prohibition). It also turns out that 1924 had record lows of 19 degrees. Not exactly the respite Day was looking for.

In working for the Item, Day begins with short articles observing life in New Orleans— some with quippy, lighthearted anecdotes, others an indictment of social injustice— and ended her time there with a few longer series. The subjects included Italian tragedienne Eleonora Duse, Governor Henry Fuqua and his family, and prizefighter Jack Dempsey. Her investigative work is what stands out most about these articles. Observing her tenacity, the editors sent her undercover as a taxi dancer— a gig that paid as little as four cents for a gentleman to dance with you at local dance halls.

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“It reminded me of Nellie Bligh going into insane asylums pretending to be a patient,” Russo said. Though Day always wrote as if she had a companion with her during her time at the dance halls, Russo makes the case that she probably didn’t want to advertise the fact that “the girl reporter” was there alone.

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Dorothy Day in 1916 in New York City, where she began writing for Socialist publications.

Day had good reason to be cautious.

There was harassment by many of the men, and some of the women who were rough characters themselves.

“She walked four miles after midnight to go home in a city she barely knew because the guy [a dance companion who offered her a ride] wanted her to do these things in the car,” Russo said, referencing an incident in which Day is driven far from her apartment against her will.

Day’s writings brought about change in how these establishments were operated— “police matrons” were hired to make sure prohibition was being enforced— and, for a time, it seemed that conditions would become safer for the workers. Her work was not always appreciated, however. “The girls got upset with Dorothy because she exposed the vice— they blamed her, but she made improvements to what they were trying to do,” Russo said. “She got beaten up for her efforts in a tavern.” After she left, violence surrounding these establishments continued to escalate with a murder, and then acid being thrown at the dancers by a jealous partner.

Eventually they were shut down as the owners ran out of money and the scene fell from popularity.

Angels in white

Russo’s next project is his forthcoming account of Day’s nursing career— Not Contrary to Her Beliefs: The Probationary Nursing Career of Dorothy Day. It begins with the suicide of playwright Eugene O’Neil’s friend Louis Holiday, who died in Day’s arms. The tragedy led Day to leave her freewheeling life in Greenwich Village behind to begin a life of service as a nurse. The book will be released in 2021.

Learn more about Russo’s research on Day by visiting catholicworker.org/dorothyday.

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OUTDOOR CONCERT SERIES

Music at the Market

FILM NOTES F**k it Dude, let’s go bowling

HISTORIC DOWNTOWN PERRYSBURG

Lebowski fans rejoice! Toledo is home to its very own Lebowski Fest, this year at the Ottawa Tavern.

Spend the evening sipping on White Russians over a game of table-top bowling that’s almost a good as the real thing. The Buzz Anderson Project and the Store High In Transit will play hits from the Big Lebowski soundtrack including CCR, and maybe Captain Beefheart, but definitely not the Eagles. The 1998 cult-classic film will screen at around 10pm. $5. 8pm-2am. Saturday, June 15. The Ottawa Tavern, 1817 Adams St. 419-725-5483. facebook.com/ thestorehighintraffic —SE

Presented by Mercy Health

in partnership with Perrysburg Convention & Visitors Bureau, The City of Perrysburg

A spoonful of sugar

Does a spoonful of sugar really make the medicine go down? Maybe. It’s hard for us to imagine dry-swallowing that granular texture without choking, but we aren’t here to call BS on the sweetness of Mary Poppins— we’re too excited about her comeback in the 2018 film Mary Poppins Returns. See the magical nanny return years after her original visit at this free outdoor screening during ProMedica’s Family Movie Night at Promenade Park, presented by Paramount Advantage. Enjoy family activities, entertainment, interactive activities from Imagination Station and more. Seating is on a first come, first served basis. 5:30-9pm.

Saturday, June 15. Promenade Park, 250 Water St., promedica.org Free —AC

June 6

The 6th Edition

June 13

In case of inclement weather, concerts will be held in the Juliet Beck Auditorium, 140 E. Indiana Avenue.

Please bring a chair or a blanket

August 1

Anthens Wheeler

June 20

Night Sessions

June 27

The Grape Smugglers

August 8

Tim Oehlers Trio 56 Daze

July 4

No Concert

Free

August 15

Suburban Legend

August 22

July 11

The Cake Walkin’ Jass Band

July 18

The Madison Avenue Band

The Beverly Hairbellies Quartet Bernadette

July 25

Cindy Slee & the Rhythm Method

August 29

Thursdays, 7:00 p.m.

Commodore Schoolyard 140 E. Indiana Avenue Parallel to the Perrysburg Farmers Market

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ART TO HEART

First Pitch Discover the Libbey Glasscutters for yourself during the opening reception party for Daniel Mauk’s solo exhibition at the Hudson Gallery on Friday, June 7 from 6-8pm, during the First Friday Art Work. On view through June 29.

Artist Daniel Mauk is Out in Left Field

The party will feature special guests Toledo Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz and Sylvania Mayor Craig Stough, as well as a dance party with Ricky C of Touch the Sky DJs, flowers from April Gladieux of Your Perfect Day, and refreshments from Upside Brewing.

But he’s hitting a home run

By Athena Cocoves

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f you know Toledo history, you know the Libbey Glasscutters. And if you don’t, where have you been?

From 1965-1969, the Single-A baseball team threw a curveball at Toledo and became the unofficial heroes of hot summer nights. The Glasscutters hosted raucous games that were filled with wild antics, pet chickens and adoring female fans.

They stole bases. They stole hearts. They were armed with a full roster of creative (read: likely illegal) ways to pick up a competitive advantage against whatever teams unfortunate enough to be pitted against them.

From spitballs to corked bats to good old-fashioned on-the-field insults, the Libbey Glasscutters were more than just a team— they were masters in the fine art of experimentation.

Strikeout

At least, that’s the story. And it is exactly that— just a story. The Libbey Glasscutters never really existed, but they are real in the creative work of Toledo-based artist Daniel Mauk.

“It started at SIP Coffee,” Mauk excitedly explains.

“I was sitting with this guy there and we started talking about this fictional Single-A baseball team from Toledo that everyone loved. We started making up characters and The Libbey Glasscutters just grew from there.”

That was about five months ago. Since then, his brainstorming buddy moved on, but Mauk didn’t. He further developed his characters. Then he added more. Then he started drawing them. “The last four months I’ve just been feverishly drawing and coming up with characters. I just love the idea and I’ve had fun.”

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Pick up Jupmode-printed Libbey Glasscutter t-shirts featuring a logo designed by Alma-Lynn Dupont, as well as fine art prints of Mauk’s portraits and large baseball cards of team members, made in collaboration with Ian Welch.

Actions speak louder than coaches

As a portrait artist, Mauk typically works on commission directly for clients. “When I work with people on that level, I’m telling the story of who they are. But the Libbey Glasscutters project is a totally new way for me to do a portrait.”

Instead of painting individual people, Mauk has been able to explore styles, experiment with colors, and find new subjects for his works. He scopes Instagram for eye-catching photos and works with photographers for portraits to work off of. “The internet is a wonderful resource,” he says. “Often I’ll start with a photograph and change it up as I see fit. It’s really freeing. I’m not fenced in with specific colors. I’m not trying to make anyone specific. I have a process when I do portraits, but this project allows me to experiment with it. ”

Whole new ballgame

Mauk does not consider himself a writer, but his drawings of the Libbey Glasscutters prove his prowess as a storyteller. “I’m putting together the parts of a person,” he explains. “As I work, I start to ask myself, ‘Who is this person? What were they like? What facial expression would match their personality?”

The portraits, made with colored pencil and occasional spots of oil pastel, are realistically rendered but flirt with psychedelia and sport wild, unnatural

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colors. Hard lines that shape photorealistic faces fall into unfinished arms. Carefully depicted expressions are paired with vibrant colors and Basquiat-inspired shading.

This experimental aesthetic mirrors Mauk’s story of the team— on the surface, the Libbey Glasscutters feels familiar and real, but a more careful look exposes a fuzzy and blurred backstory.

“Their two main stars were shortstop, and heartthrob, Danny Snyderfield and star center fielder, Bobby “Jet” Walton, who was the heart and soul of the team, …” Mauk recalls convincingly.

“There was also Bobby’s pet chicken who came to every game. And Cookie, the team’s unofficial fashion designer… she was a niece of Bobby.

Also, Quinn, the bat girl…. And a peanut-counting accountant, Vincent... “ But Mauk doesn’t want you to get too hung up on the details: “The pathos of the show is for the viewers to bring their own stories to who the Glasscutters were. I am intentionally providing few details about the characters because it is more fun for the audience to make up their own legend of who these rascals were.”

Hudson Gallery, 5645 N. Main St., Sylvania. 419-885-8381.

Hudsongallery.net Free

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ART SCENE At the Galleries

Practice makes perfect

Art Events

Friday, 6.7 Art Walk and Pickleball - Join the Red Bird and Sylvania Recreation District for a Pickleball Party during the art walk. Learn about the sport, shop local galleries, and stroll the DORA district.

5-9pm. Downtown Sylvania. 419-885-8381.

Downtownsylvania.org Free

How the Other Half Lives Traveling Exhibition The National Endowment for the Humanities traveling exhibit features photographs from America’s Gilded Age taken by photographer Jacob A. Riis during the turn of the last century.

The exhibit will be on view June 16 - August 11.

Admission $3-$7. Wood County History Museum, 13660 County Home Rd., Bowling Green.

419-352-0967. woodcountyhistory.org Free Black Matter: A Living Experience - Visual artist Yusuf Lateef has installed multiple murals on the gallery walls in addition to showing some 100+ original art pieces from small framed pieces to large super brightly colored portraits and abstracts as well as wearable art, in collaboration with Easel People Clothing Co. In the second gallery, artwork and screen-print clothing by Radiant City Arts youth fill the space. On display in the Paula Brown Galleries through mid-July. Paula Brown Shop, 912 Monroe St. 419-241-8100. yusuflateef.com paulabrownshop.com Free Bronze in the Landscape - Bronze sculptor Andy Sacksteder will display three original works at Schedel Gardens, large scale bronze sculptures depicting a variety of human poses in the outdoors. On view through October 31. $6-$12 admission. Schedel Gardens, 19255 W. Portage River South Rd., Elmore.

419-862-3182. schedel-gardens.org Free Divine Dimensions - The dual exhibition from artists Michelle Arnold Paine and Martha “Marti” Gaustad delves deep into the human spirit and looks at what it means to embody the female aura. The exhibition is currently on view in the 20 North Gallery through June 29. 18 N. Saint Clair St. 419-241-2400. 20northgallery.com Free

5th annual Art in the Park - The Bowling Green Arts Council and Bowling Green Parks and Recreation Department host this garden party full of live music, theatrical performances, artists painting on easels and more. 5-7pm. Simpson Garden Park, 1291 Conneaut Ave., Bowling Green. 419-354-6223.

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Glass artist Joe Cariati knows his trade inside and out.

For over 20 years, the Los Angeles-based craftsman has been designing mid-century modern works of glass with the model of form and function. The deceptively complex pieces please the eye with clean lines and bright pops of color. The artist will host Perpetual Practice: Master Class, a course that offers design discussions and studio practice time. Scholarships are available. $950. 9am-5pm. Monday, June 24-Friday, June 28. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. tickets.toledomuseum.org —SE

Life is a highway

Start your engines, put the pedal to the metal and cruise over to the opening of Life Is a Highway: Art and American Car Culture exhibition. The exhibit will feature around 125 pieces in a variety of media, all of which bring to mind the importance of car culture to a sense of freedom and possibility that embody the American Dream. Peruse unique paintings, sculptures, films, and more “inspired by the lasting effect of the American automobile industry.” Saturday, June 15 to Sunday, September 15. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St., 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free —AP

Saturday, 6.8 15th Annual Sculpture in the Village Opening Celebration - 30 sculptures, including 16 new works, are now on display at Williams Park in Gibsonburg. View the works, vote on your favorite and enjoy an evening reception with live music and entertainment. On view through April 2020.

10am-9pm. Williams Park, N. Main St., Gibsonburg. gibsonburgohio.org/parks-and-recreation Free

Tuesday, 6.11 Painting Course - This course will focus on acrylic paint technique and composition with hopes to further your art practice. $135.

6-8:30pm. Tuesdays 6/11, 6/18 and 6/25. Fuller Art House, 5679 Main St., Sylvania. 419-882-8949. fullerarthouse.com

Wednesday, 6.12

Life as a Tapestry

Fuller Art House brings together the work of four women with unique artistic perspectives during the First Friday Art Walk.

Dani Herrera is known for her work with everyday objects like denim, newspapers, and whatever strikes her, while Cary Okoro’s work is often inspired by social justice. Meridith Ridl draws upon ordinary items for inspiration, and Natalie Lanese uses found objects and bright colors to mesmerizing effect within her work. The Life as a Tapestry exhibit opens at 6pm. Friday, June 7. Fuller Art House, 5679 Main St., Sylvania. 419-882-8949. fullerarthouse.com Free —EH

Watercolor Demo - Artist Larry Golba will give a detailed watercolor demonstration, highlighting technique and various products to further your knowledge of the art form. $35.

7-9pm. Fuller Art House, 5679 Main St., Sylvania.

419-882-8949. fullerarthouse.com

Thursday, 6.13 Birch Panel Painting - Create a floral painting on a decorative board using acrylic paint. $35.

6-8pm. Art Supply Depo, 29 S. Saint Clair St. 419-720-6462. artsupplydepo.com

Friday, 6.14 A Community Farewell to Brian Kennedy Brian Kennedy, the Edward Drummond and Florence Scott Libbey director of the Toledo Museum of Art, shares memories from the past nine years and recounts the many accomplishments the Museum staff and Toledo community have achieved during his time as the ninth director of TMA. 2445 Monroe St., 419-255-8000. Toledomuseum.com Free

Tuesday, 6.18 Papermaking with Botanicals - Artist Kelly Savino will lead a class to create beautiful handmade paper using recycled materials and dried flowers. $30. 6:30-8:30pm. Hands-On Studio, 5403 Elmer Dr. 419-902-6800. facebook.com/handsonstudio

Thursday, 6.20

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Art Loop: The Art of Sport - Make surprising connections between art, sports, and culture at this month’s Art Loop. 5:30-9pm. Thursday, June 20.

The Imagination Station serves as this Art Loop’s Main Hub (admission is $5 after 5pm on Art Loop nights). For more details on the Art Loop, visit theartscommission.org/artloop. Free

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LISTEN HEAR

Drinking & Driving is NOT a funny matter

Glass City Groove

Funk Factory brings the flavor to Toledo

By Jason Webber

PHOTO CREDIT: SNOWFOX PHOTOGRAPHY.

We prefer to wait for your business

Jason Ramm in back, Vijay Natarajan, Alex Wolfert and Justin Tullius in middle, and Stephanie Clegg in front.

419.740.6151 1757 Tremainsville Rd. Toledo, OH 43613 Preplanned Funerals May Be Transferred.

celebratelifetoledo.com

Like George Clinton before him, guitarist Jason Ramm has tested positive for the funk. And as a member of Toledo’s own Funk Factory, he’s determined to spread those musical microbes to the people.

“As a band, our influences are all over the place,” said Ramm. “Although we are the ‘Funk’ Factory we don’t limit ourselves to just funk. We like to add some funk to everything we do, though!”

True funk soldiers

Comprised of members Alex Wolfert on keyboards, Ramm on Guitar, Justin Tullius on drums, Stephanie Clegg on lead vocals, and Vijay Natarajan on bass, The Funk Factory is a band that can transform a Toledo barroom stage into a swinging, groovy nightclub circa 1975.

With Natarajan’s bone-vibrating bass licks, Clegg’s soaring Grace Slick-esque vocals, and Wolfert’s deep space keyboards teleporting audience members to Parliament’s mothership, The Funk Factory is the real deal – a solid sextet of true funk soldiers.

With the release of their first single “Free Alice” and a live EP now playing on streaming services such as Spotify, Toledoans can get a taste of what’s to come for the band—and it’s delicious.

“Growing up, I wasn’t really into funk music,” said Ramm. “My personal influences are Phish, the Grateful Dead, Jimi Hendrix, Pink Floyd, ekoostik hookah, The Meters, Boogie Matrix, and tons more. I am also big on reggae, which is a cool part of our sound, in my opinion.”

According to Ramm, The Funk Factory began in the summer of 2017, rising from the ashes of the band Groove Protocol.

Ramm, Tullius, and Wolfert all played together and Clegg used to regularly perform with the group, despite not being an official member at the time. Realizing they had a unique chemistry, Groove Protocol evolved into Funk Factory, the band takes its name from a poster that

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had referred to them as “Toledo’s funk factory.” The band’s current lineup solidified in 2018.

Varied influences

Though Funk Factory’s sound comes steeped in the tradition of classic funk acts like Chic and the Ohio Players, elements of other genres are present as well, which gives the band its unique identity. According to Ramm, that’s due to the other band members coming from such diverse musical backgrounds.

“Justin is our resident rocker and is big on Prog Rock, especially Dream Theater, and 80’s jams like Prince,” said Ramm. “Vijay really digs stuff like Creed and Godsmack. Al is heavily influenced by the Grateful Dead, classic folk music, and more. Steph’s influences are vast and range from Erykah Badu to Carole King and much more.”

With “Free Alice” now racking up the streams, The Funk Factory is preparing to drop their full-length, self-titled debut album sometime in June. In the meantime, the group is regularly performing at the Ottawa Tavern in Uptown and other Midwest cities like Ypsilanti.

And Ramm has just one question for Toledo: “Who wants to get funked up?”

Upcoming shows: Saturday, 6.8 A Celebration of Women in the Toledo Music Scene. $5 suggested donation. 7pm.

The Ottawa Tavern (1815 Adams St.) Friday, 6.14 The Funk Factory with Oregon Space Trail Of Doom $7, $10 for under age 21 without a ticket.

8pm. The Ottawa Tavern (1815 Adams St.) Thursday, 6.20 The Funk Factory’s Summer Send-Off 8pm. The Bronze Boar (20 S. Huron St.).

Free

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Highlighted events indicates our picks for the week

WED, JUNE 5 Brew House Coffee: Open Mic (acoustic, songwriter) Cock n Bull: Danny Mettler (acoustic rock) Levi & Lilac’s: Open Mic (acoustic, songwriter) Maumee Library: Brown Bag Concerts: Jeff Williams Group This annual outdoor concert series features live music during lunch hour. Bring a lunch to enjoy on the lawn. Noon-1pm.

501 River Rd., Maumee. 419-259-5360. toledolibrary.org (blues) Free Village Idiot: Andrew Ellis (acoustic rock)

THUR, JUNE 6 Cock n Bull: Captain Sweet Shoes (acoustic rock) Durty Bird: Chloe & the Steel Strings (country, folk) Frankie’s: Carnivora, Pyrovext, Pharrohound, Amniote (hard/rock, metal) Levis & Lilac’s: Jake Pilewski (acoustic, songwriter) Levis Square Toledo: Lunch at Levis This annual summer series kicks off on Thursday, June 6 and features 16 weeks of great local music, entertainment and 14 different local food trucks.

11:30am-1:30pm. 220 N. Saint Clair St. downtowntoledo.org (various) Free Perrysburg Farmers Market: Live music at Commodore Park every Thursday through August. 6th Edition will perform. 7-8pm. 140 E. Indiana Ave., Perrysburg. perrys-burg-farmers-market.com (pop/blues, jazz) Free

FRI, JUNE 7 Blind Pig, Ann Arbor: A Celebration of Prince with DJ Psycho, DJ Scotty D and Dante LaSalle Party like it’s 1999 with DJs playing the deepest Prince cuts and most-danceable hits. Live Dove release at 8pm. $5.

8pm-midnight. 208 S. First St., Ann Arbor.

734-996-8555. blindpigmusic.com (dj, dance) Civic Hall: No Quarter, Kaleb Reiser Blues Agenda, My Hated Friend (Led Zeppelin tribute, rock) Cock n Bull: Barile & May (acoustic rock) Distillery: Bumper Wallace (acoustic rock) Dream Louder: The Go Rounds, Heavy Color Kalamazoo’s The Go Rounds will be celebrating their most reccent release “Whatever You May Be” at the Dream Louder Music Studio with a live performance. To follow, Heavy Color and Sarah Antivillain join the group for a special set of all Talking Heads songs. $10 donation.

8pm-midnight. Morris & Wade Streets. facebook.com/dreamloudermusic (alternative rock, songwriter) Durty Bird: Ross Thompson, Mojoe Boes & His Noble Jones (acoustic) (blues) Frankie’s: DJ Press Play, FBD Entourage, Phillay Mignon, Sambo, Papii Gang (rntu), The Knightheart, 9th District, IVMSIN, Zak Nevers, Soccer Dad (various) Hensville: 90s Party with Skittle Bots (pop/rock, covers) Holland Haus: Into the Wild, You Vs. Yesterday, City Mouth, What if When We Die (alternative/rock, covers) Howard’s BG: Tree No Leaves, Psychonaut, The Robin Blake Sound Experiment (alternative/rock, jam/rock) Levi & Lilac’s: Kerry Clark (acoustic, songwriter) Majestic Oak: John Pickle (acoustic rock)

Promenade Park: Bret Michaels (hair/rock) The Pub: Western Pleasures (rockabilly) Ottawa Tavern: Human Juicebox, Klashing Black, Los Capybaros, Reginald Leister (alternative/rock, songwriter) Reel Bar Put-In-Bay: Fuel on Fire (pop/rock, covers) Table 44: DJ LoyalT (dj) TMA Peristyle: Toledo Symphony Orchestra: Beatles Concerto Celebrate TSO’s 75th Anniversary Season finale at the Peristyle. The evening will feature a selection by Copland, Daugherty and Goulet’s Beatles Fantasy highlighting the hits of the Fab Four!

7:30pm. $25-$60. 2445 Monroe St. 419-246-8000. toledosymphony.com (classical, pop) Toledo Museum of Art: It’s Friday: Dooley Wilson Local blues legend Dooley Wilson is well deserving of a listening room concert.

6-9pm. 2455 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org (Delta blues) Village Idiot: House Band (jam/rock, covers) Wesley’s Bar: Old School DJs (dj, hip hop)

SAT, JUNE 8 Boathouse Bar Put-In-Bay: Grunge DNA (rock, covers) Civic Hall: Dubtronica with So Down, Flora, Alorym, Day n Knight, The Brass Brothers, Slade (electronica, hip hop) Distillery: Screamin Heathens (pop/rock, covers) Durty Bird: Twenty Twenty Four (jazz) Frankie’s: Bone Folder, Crisis Actor, Meka, Snuffed Out (hard/rock, metal) Hensville: Not Fast Enuff (pop/rock, covers) Levi & Lilac’s: Ryan Dunlap (acoustic, songwriter) Marathon Arts Findlay: Shawn Klush (Elvis tribute) Ottawa Tavern: Women in the Toledo Music Scene with Funk Factory, Whisper Disco, Amelia Airharts, Space Narc, Infinity Process, Emma Lee See our Music Note (various, songwriter) The Pub: Night Session (big band, jazz) Put-In-Bay: 3rd Put-In-Bay Music Festival Live music, beers and the beach, who could ask for anything more? Noon-7pm.

93 Delaware Ave., Put-in-Bay Island. pibmusicfest.com (rock, covers) Free Round House Bar Put-In-Bay: Emily’s Toybox (pop/rock, covers) Table 44: Distant Cousinz (pop/rock, covers) Valentine Theatre: VT Fundraiser with the The Village People The Valentine fundraiser will be hosted by none other than the gay pride group The Village People! Dress to impress and dance. $50-$85. 6:30-midnight. 410 N. Superior St. 419-242-2787. valentinetheatre.com

SUN, JUNE 9 Brew House Coffee: Chloe & the Steel Strings (country/rock, acoustic) Durty Bird: Jazz Brunch with Straight Up (jazz) Levis & Lilac’s: Chloe & the Steel Strings (acoustic, country) Majestic Oak: Terry & Charlie (acoustic rock) TMA Glass Pavilion: Great Performances: Sono Novo Neo-classical ensemble Sono Novo presents Music of the Belle Epoque: The Allure of Color, a musical performance based on 20th Century French painters

and their use of color. 3pm.

2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free Village Idiot: Ministry of Jazz (jazz/jam)

MON, JUNE 10 Village Idiot: Frankie May (rock, blues)

TUE, JUNE 11 Durty Bird: Ross & Jarret (jazz, pop) Village Idiot: Bobby May (acoustic rock)

WED, JUNE 12 Brew House Coffee: Open Mic (acoustic, songwriter) Cock n Bull: Danny Mettler (acoustic rock) Durty Bird: Jake Pilewski (acoustic, covers) Levi & Lilac’s: Open Mic (acoustic, songwriter) Maumee Library: Brown Bag Concerts: Haywire (country, covers) Round House Bar Put-In-Bay: Paradise Island Band (pop/rock, covers) Village Idiot: Andrew Ellis (acoustic rock)

THUR, JUNE 13 Cock n Bull: Captain Sweet Shoes (acoustic rock) Durty Bird: Swingmania (swing, jazz) Levi & Lilac’s: Max Blyle (acoustic, songwriter) Levis Square Toledo: Lunch at Levis (various) Ottawa Tavern: White Reaper, Twen, Shitty Neighbors (various) Perrysburg Farmers Market: Athens Wheeler (pop/rock)

FRI, JUNE 14 Beer Barrel Put-In-Bay: Hard Candy (pop/rock, covers) Cock n Bull: Barile & May (acoustic rock) Distillery: Bumper Wallace (acoustic rock) Durty Bird: Hector Mendoza (acoustic, jazz) Frankie’s: Meko, Relly Cole, Renegade Raven, Rich Porter, TSK33, Letta Mone, Bobc@, Sheed Soprano, DJ Magikal Maximus (hip hop, rap) Hensville: Disco Party (dj) Levi & Lilac’s: Abbigail Rose (acoustic, songwriter) Majestic Oak: Zak Ward (acoustic rock) Marathon Arts Findlay: Findlay Light Orchestra: Hitchhiking Across America The Contemporary Cabaret features music by American Composers like William Finn and Heisler & Goldrich. $15-$25.

7:30-9:30pm. 200 W. Main Cross St., Findlay. 419-423-2787. mcpa.org Promenade Park: Big Head Todd and the Monsters, Toad the Wet Sprocket These alternative songwriters drew acclaim in the early 90s for groundbreaking songs. 6pm. $15-$45. Promenade Park, 250 Water St. 419-321-500. bigheadtodd.com (alternative/rock) The Pub: Boudreaux’s Back Porch (folk) Table 44: Pop’s Garage (pop/rock, covers) Village Idiot: House Band (jam/rock, covers) Wesley’s Bar: Old School DJs (dj, hip hop)

ISLAND ROCK

Saturday, 6.8 / Put-in-Bay Get yourself out to the Erie Islands! The Put-in-Bay Music Festival is a popular summer festival that draws a large crowd full of music lovers that live for rock and roll. Come for live music all day long and stay for the relaxing sounds of Lake Erie. Bands include The Calabash Band, Pat Dailey Band, and Ray Fogg.

Noon-7pm. 93 Delaware Ave., Put-in-Bay Island. pibmusicfest.com Free —SE

WOMEN IN THE SCENE Saturday, 6.8/ The Ottawa Tavern

Admire the women who make the Toledo music scene so successful during a women-centric showcase presented by Innovation Concerts. A Celebration of Women in the Toledo Music Scene will feature The Funk Factory, Amelia Airharts, Emma Lee, Whisper Disco, and more. All proceeds will benefit the Bethany House in support of a long-term safe shelter and resources. $3 for under 21. $5, suggested donation. Doors at 7pm. The Ottawa Tavern, 1815 Adams St., 419-725-5483. facebook.com/ot.toledo —AP

FIRE AND ICE

Thursday, 6.13/ Registry Bistro

Throw on your dancing shoes for an evening of ice-cold cocktails and fiery Latin jazz at Registry Bistro during the Toledo Jazz Orchestra’s next Black & White Transportation Bistro Series show, Los Gatos Returns! Enjoy delicious light hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar as Ann Arbor’s Los Gatos beckons you onto the dance floor. $33. 6-7:30pm. Registry Bistro, 144 N. Superior St., 419-725-0444. toledojazz.org —AC

SAT, JUNE 15 Brew House Coffee: Scott & Melissa (acoustic, covers) Civic Hall: Penntera, Sewn Silent, Teach Them to Crawl (Pantera tribute, hard/rock) Durty Bird: GAS (rock/funk) Levi & Lilac’s: Scott & Melissa (acoustic, covers) The Pub: Boffo (blues/rock) Round House Bar Put-In-Bay: Shake Shake (pop/rock, covers) Table 44: Glass Town (pop/rock, covers)

SUN, JUNE 16 Durty Bird: Jazz Brunch with Twenty Twenty Four (jazz) Majestic Oak: Acoustic Distant Cousinz (acoustic rock)

Round House Bar Put-In-Bay: Killer Flamingos (pop/rock,covers) Village Idiot: Ministry of Jazz (jazz/jam)

MON, JUNE 17 Village Idiot: Frankie May (rock, blues)

TUE, JUNE 18 Durty Bird: Gray & Cleveland (jazz, pop) Village Idiot: Bobby May (acoustic rock)

SAT, JUNE 22 Sportsman Bar: East Side Music Festival with Josh Boyd, JT Hayden, Johnny Hernandez (rock)

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ROAD TRIP SATURDAY, 6.8

Thursday 6.13

BOW WOW WOW

Get moving at the Toledo Humane Society’s 34th Bark in the Park 5k/1 Mile Run. This annual field day invites humans’ best friend to run alongside their owners. In addition to the trail, there will be doggie obstacle courses and a one-mile fun run.

No cost to attend, sign up to fundraise online. 9am-noon. Fallen Timbers Mall, 3100 Main St., Maumee. 419-740-7080. toledoareahumanesociety.org Free —SE

[film]

Movie Nights in the Park - Watch a free movie outdoors under the stars. DJ Mpress will be spinning tracks prior to the screening. Snacks and refreshments will be available. Movie TBA. 7-10:30pm. Savage Park, 650 Nebraska Ave. 419-936-2020. toledo.oh.gov Free

BIG BOOM

[nightlife]

Head over to the shores of Maumee Bay State Park to experience Phantom Fireworks light up the sky with its 20th annual vibrant firework show, Boom on the Bay! Before the firework show at 10pm, enjoy fare from food vendors, family activities, plus raffles, giveaways and Phantom swag.

6-11pm. Maumee Bay State Park, 1400 State Park Rd., Oregon.

419-836-7758. facebook.com/ fireworks.curtice Free —AP

[festivals]

37th Whitehouse Cherry Fest - The annual festival celebrates the return of summer and the beloved summer fruit, the cherry. Full schedule online. All day Thursday 6/6 - Saturday 6/8. Whitehouse Village Park, 6751 Providence St., Whitehouse. 419-877-2747. awchamber.com Free

[misc.]

Toledo’s Got Talent - The talent show is open to all ages. Share your talent to compete for prizes and more! Participants must submit their videos in advance for a chance to compete live. Sponsored

by Hollywood Casino and Cumulus Radio. Round one, 7-9pm. Round two, 7-9pm, Thursday 6/13.

Hollywood Casino, 1968 Miami St. 419-661-5200. digitalivy.com/1nweol Free

Friday 6.7 [education]

Walking History Tours - Explore the Historic Lathrop House in Sylvania, touring Ravine Park and Harroun Barn. 6pm. Lathrop House, 5422 Main St., Sylvania. 419-517-5533. sylvaniahistoricalvillage.org Free

4th Denny Schaffer Summer Disco Party Radio Disc Jockey Denny Schaffer hosts an annual outdoor disco party. This year the event will support the non-profit Veterans Matters. $25.

8pm-midnight. Hensville, 406 Washington St. 419- 725-4367. hensvilletoledo.com

[misc.]

Farewell to TMA Director Brian Kennedy - The Director will be retiring from the Museum, let’s wish him well and thank him for his hard work.

Kennedy will share his stories and experiences with the crowd. 6-8pm. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free

Saturday 6.15

[art] [outdoors]

Art in the Park - Visit the Garden for an evening of outdoor theatre performances, live music, art activities and plein art painters. This event has everything! 5-7pm. Simpson Garden, 1291 Conneaut Ave, Bowling Green. bgartscouncil.com Free

[music]

Boogie on Main Street - This popular outdoor festival brings the community together for an evening of live music, food trucks and a fun Kids’ Zone activity and game space. 5-11pm. Maraton Center, 200 W. Main Cross St. 419- 422-3315. visitfindlay. com Free

[festivals]

Dashiki Block Party - Celebrate Juneteenth Independence Day, or Freedom Day, at the historical Powell’s Beauty & Barber Supply with vendors, food, music, and popup salons on site.

11am-4pm. 901 Nebraska Ave., facebook.com/ thekitchensalonllc Free

[history]

Sunday 6.9

Munster on the Maumee - Historic reenactors take to the field to recreate the Battle of Fort Meigs during the 1812 American War. 9:30am5pm. Saturday & Sunday, 6/15 - 6/16.

Fort Meigs, 29100 W. River Rd., Perrysburg.

419-874-4121. fortmeigs.org/munster Free

[music]

[education]

Toledo Choral Society Concert - The Choir will perform the concert “Cascades” a contemporary take on songs from the American Songbook, from Broadway to Depression-era folk. 3pm.

Gesu Roman Catholic, 2049 Parkside Blvd. toledochoralsociety.org Free

[sports]

[education]

Point Place Writers’ Club - Meet with other ametuer writers at this community meetup. Bring a sample of your work to discuss. 9:30-11am. Also Saturday, 7/13 and 8/10. Point Place Library, 2727 117th St. 419-259-5390. toledolibrary.org Free

Tuesday 6.11 [music]

See, Think, Drink: Coffee and Car Culture The event, in conjunction with the exhibition “Life is a Highway” incorporates conversation, coffee and sketching. $20-$25. 10am-noon.

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

[outdoors]

Saturday 6.8 Summer Opening Day Doubleheader: Mud Hens vs. Indians - Opening Day is so much fun Hens fans are celebrating it twice. $16+. 3:30-8pm.

406 Washington St., mudhens.com

Music on the River - Bring a few refreshments and a comfy seat for a community outdoor concert on the library lawn. 7-8pm. Maumee Library, 501 River Rd., Maumee. 419-259-5360. toledolibrary.org Free

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Here is a list of our top JUNE must-attend, out-of-town events:

Friday 6.14

SATURDAY, 6.8

Thursday 6.6

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.

Farmers Market Paddle - Join the Black Swamp Conservancy for a kayak journey on Swan Creek and the Maumee. The trip is two hours and you must provide your own kayak.

8:30-10:30 and 10:30-12:30pm. Toledo Farmers Market, 525 Market St. 419-833-1025. blackswamp.org Free

[misc]

TMA Classic Car Shows: Cars & Coffee - Check out the classic car show hosted outdoors, on the Museum grounds. Fall in love with the classic American convertibles and retro foreign autos. Stop into the museum’s exhibition “Life is a Highway: Art and American Car Culture.”

R&B pop/rock band The Essentials will perform.

Noon-3pm.Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free

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The best of Arab and Arab American film

Enjoy ten days of some of the best films from the international Arab community during the Arab Film Festival, held Friday, June 7 through Sunday, June 16. Hosted by the Arab American National Museum, this annual festival features fascinating new titles from prolific and creative filmmakers around the world. The fest will screen dramas, comedies, documentaries, in both short and feature-length forms, that contemplate the themes of home, diaspora and community. Arab American National Museum, 13624 Michigan Ave., Dearborn, MI. 313-582-2266. For the full schedule and ticketing information, see online at aanmfilmfest.org. —AC

Camp and groove

Now in its 15th year, Nelsonville Music Festival continues to showcase talented performers with this year’s lineup including Death Cab for Cutie, Mavis Staples, Tyler Childers, Allah-Las, Mandolin Orange and many more. Camp out for the four-day event and bring the kids (there will be activities for them to enjoy). The Hocking College location will host a beer garden and vendors selling food and other wares. Proceeds go to Stuart’s Opera House Arts Education programs. Thursday, June 6-Sunday, June 9. Stuart’s Opera House, 3301 Hocking Parkway, Nelsonville. 740-753-1924. For the full schedule and ticketing information, see online at nelsonvillefest.org —EH

Wednesday 6.19 [education]

Juneteenth Celebration Brown Bag Lecture Learn about Juneteenth Independence Day, commemorating the abolition of slavery as an institution in America. Throughout Findlay children’s books about the Underground Railroad will be displayed. The Historical Museum will host activities and artwork. A guest lecture is scheduled for noon at the University of Findlay’s Alumni Memorial Union. The lecture is free, lunch is available for purchase, please register. Noon. UF Alumni, 164 Frazer St. 419-423-4433. hancockhistoricalmuseum.org Free

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TOLEDO ACCORDING TO...

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Dani Fuller Years in Toledo: I grew up here, moved to Chicago for college and then lived there for about 12 years. I moved back about 5 years ago.

Occupation: Artist and owner of Fuller Art House— a gallery and design studio in downtown Sylvania.

My story, in one sentence: Artist and storyteller— just trying a little bit of everything, because why not?

One song lyric to describe my ideal self: “Living on a prayer” because that’s what happens when you try a little of everything Most people know me for: My sense of humor, that I’m a local artist. My height? Big hair? My slogan “do it fuller,” or maybe as the illustrator for Red Bird in Sylvania?

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I wish more people knew me for: My bravery. I have done a lot scared out of my mind, afraid, and oftentimes in a small panic. But I really have pushed through it, and still do. I’m more afraid than people realize, but I guess we all are at different times.

IF I could change one thing about Toledo: Transportation. When I first moved back from Chicago, I didn’t buy a car right away. I walked everywhere, and people thought I was weird. Walking is great for your health, but it’s even better for your mind. Communicating and talking to people is so good for the heart. We are cut off from that interaction because we drive everywhere.

The hardest decision I have made in the past year: To let go of expectations.

I think when we let go of what we expect from others, we are less likely to get burned or hurt. I just need to worry about me and not have such high demands for others. It’s not right, and I need to let go of that.

When I was in High School, I probably would have been described as: A goofball. I played sports, but I was still figuring life out. Kinda awkward socially.

Artist, athlete, and awkward. I guess the Three A’s!

If you could have a drink with any person or character— fictional, real, living or past— who would it be, what would you drink, and why? Probably God. I’d want to know what he/she felt about all this fighting we do in the name of “God.” I’d ask God how to make kindness, joy, respect and love for one another really happen.

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If I could get away with it, I would have a couple of beers and sing Celine Dion in front of everyone here; then you would see just how outrageous I can be.

Or maybe I have done that before?

The best view in Toledo: Sitting on my uncles boat on the river downtown.

He wants to sell it, but I think it needs to stay in the family so others can enjoy it too.

Toledoan I most admire: Sharon Lange— that lady is impressive. She has changed the lives of so many and continues to. At 80-something, she has a paper route, shares our stories and cheers us on daily. She is golden. Also, Jerry Jakes. What a beautiful man... and the family he has created (with Emmy) gosh. They are all golden.

Reason I am most proud of myself: Owning and running a gallery all by myself. I have built this from the ground up with a mission to “do it fuller,” and so far I have. I even built my own sales desk and class table.

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What makes me feel truly alive: Being with the people I love and being as silly as I possibly can; it’s a great freedom to be so silly and to be myself in front of people that genuinely love me for me.

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SOCIAL STUDIES

Photos by Christine Senack

The Old West End Festival

A hail storm didn’t stop locals from enjoying the best fest in Toledo’s most eclectic neighborhood.

Cameron Walker, Lauren Ledzianowski and her sister Sam.

Kim and Joe Lipsey.

Steve Steel and Kristen Collins.

Hailey Bechtel, Austin Arnold, Kayleigh James and Rachael Burdo.

Jake Pavlica, Rob Gregory, Patrick Borucki and Jack Johnson.

Flower Day Weekend

Flower and plant vendors took over the Toledo Farmers Market for the annual three-day weekend full of botanical buys.

Betty, Jenna and Trisha Jeffers.

Angie Cousino and Laura Rufenacht.

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Danielle Arbinger.

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Richard and Cheryl Wallace.

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FREEWILL ASTROLOGY

By Brendan Emmett Quigley (www.brendanemmettquigley.com)

Š2019

ANIMAL TALES Across 1. Man of the house 6. ___ bitch 11. Bart’s grandpa 14. Up one 15. Her autobiography is “Becoming�

16. ESPN NFL analyst ___ Ryan 17. Start of a quote by 31-Across 19. Police rank: Abbr.

20. 4th anniversary gift 21. Steal 22. Come to a point?

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41. Quote, part 3 45. “Gimme!�

47. Scintillas 48. Quote, part 4 52. Indian chess master Viswanathan ___ 53. Fireplace piee 54. “I’ll make an educated guess here ...�

58. Et : France :: ___ : German 59. End of the quote 63. Maiden name lead-in 64. Stun 65. Company with a photo kiosk in some drugstores 66. Rose at a concert 67. Tot spoilers 68. Incredibly stupid

Down 1. Gentle touches 2. “Look who just showed up!�

3. Fruit detritus in a compost bin 4. Hiker’s home 5. Aim tube letters 6. Chest 7. Addis ___ 8. Coll. football day, often 9. “Here’s the truth,� initally 10. “Down in front!�

11. Horace masterwork 12. Sire 13. Surplus item 18. HBO show set in New Orleans 23. Carpenter in a hill 25. Supercomputer of the ‘60s 26. Late 27. Like the verbs “to have� and “to hold�: Abbr.

28. Calypso offshoot 29. Order of Maesters headquarters in “Game of Thrones�

31. Frontal sail 32. Dusting prop 33. iPad model 35. They’re measured in cups 36. PC key near the space bar 39. Makes whoopee 41. Mariano Rivera’s nickname 42. Demolition crew gear 43. Name shared by border counties in New York and Pennsylvania 44. Keep to oneself 46. Came out on top 48. Room for sweaters 49. Additional wing 50. She sings “Helpless� in “Hamilton�

51. Scrip numbers 55. Lunch quaff 56. It’s roughly 99.4% Muslim 57. Rug rat 60. Reddit Q&A session 61. You might get in a bed 62. Have fun in the Alps, maybe

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GEMINI (May 21-June 20): I prefer live theater over movies. The glossy flawlessness of films, accomplished by machines that assemble and polish, is less emotionally rich than the direct impact of live performers’ unmediated voices and bodies and emotions. Their evocative imperfections move me in ways that glossy flawlessness can’t. Even if you’re not like me, Gemini, I invite you to experiment with my approach for a while—not just in the entertainment you choose, but in all areas of your life. As much as possible, get your experience raw and unfiltered.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): In the coming weeks it will make good sense for you to travel down winding paths replete with interesting twists and provocative turns. The zigzags you’ll be inspired to pursue won’t be inconvenient or inefficient, but rather will be instrumental in obtaining the healing you need. To honor and celebrate this oddly lucky phase, I’ll quote parts of “Flying Crooked,� a poem by Robert Graves. “The butterfly will never master the art of flying straight, yet has a just sense of how not to fly: He lurches here and here by guess and God and hope and hopelessness. Even the acrobatic swift has not his flying-crooked gift.�

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Has a part of you become too timid, docile, or prosaic? Is there an aspect of your beautiful soul that is partially muzzled, submissive, or housebroken? If so, now is a favorable time to seek an antidote. But listen closely: the cure isn’t to become chaotic, turbulent, and out of control.

It would be counterproductive to resort to berserk mayhem.

Here’s a better way: be primal, lush, and exciting. Be wildly playful and unpredictably humorous and alluringly intriguing. Try experiments that rouse your rowdy sweetness, your unkempt elegance, your brazen joy, and your sensual intelligence.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): I’ve got a message for you from Cancerian poet Tyler Knott Gregson. Please read it every day for the next 15 days, including when you first wake up and right before sleep. Here it is: “Promise me you will not spend so much time treading water and trying to keep your head above the waves that you forget, truly forget, how much you have always loved to swim.�

LEO (July 23-August 22): In 2003, a group of thieves in Antwerp, Belgium pulled off the biggest jewelry heist in history. To steal the diamonds, gold, and other gems, together worth more than $100 million, they had to outsmart security guards, a seismic sensor, a protective magnetic field, Doppler radar, infrared detectors, and a lock. I mention this, Leo because I suspect that in the coming weeks you will have a comparable ability to insinuate yourself into the presence of previously inaccessible treasures and secrets and codes. You’ll be able to penetrate barriers that have kept you shut off from valuable things. (P.S. But I hope that unlike the Antwerp thieves, you’ll use your superpowers in an ethical manner.)

VIRGO (August 23-September 22): In the northeast corner of Spain, bordering France, is an area known as Catalonia. With its own culture and language, it has a long history of seeking complete autonomy. On four occasions it has declared itself to be independent of Spain. The most recent time was in 2017 when 92 percent of the Catalans who voted expressed the desire to be free of Spain’s rule. Alas, none of the rebellions have succeeded. In the latest instance, no other nation on Earth recognized Catalonia’s claim to be an independent republic. In contrast to its frustrated attempts, your own personal quest to seek greater independence could make real progress in the coming months. For best results, formulate a clear intention and define the precise nature of the sovereignty you seek. Write it down!

LIBRA (September 23-October 22): A Libran blogger named OceanAlgorithms wrote, “I’m simultaneously wishing I were a naturalist whose specialty is finding undiscovered species in well-explored places, and a skateboarding mathematician meditating on an almostimpossible-to-solve equation as I practice my skateboard tricks; and a fierce forest witch who casts spells on nature-despoilers; and a gothic heroine with twelve suitors; and the sexiest cat that ever lived.� I love how freewheeling and wide-ranging OceanAlgorithms is with her imaginative fantasies. In light of current astrological omens, I encourage you to do the same. Give yourself permission to dream and scheme extravagantly.

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SCORPIO (October 23-November 21): Geologists aren’t exactly sure why, but almost six million years ago, the Strait of Gibraltar closed up. As a result, the Mediterranean Sea was cut off from the Atlantic Ocean, and within a thousand years, it had mostly disappeared. Fast forward 600,000 years. Again, geologists don’t understand how it happened, but a flood broke through the barrier, allowing the ocean to flow back into the Mediterranean basin and restore it to its previous status as a sea. I propose that we invoke that replenishment as a holy symbol for the process you’re engaged in: a replenishment of your dried-out waters.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22-December 21): I invite you to meditate on this proposal from freelance writer Radha Marcum: “The spiritual definition of love is that when you look at the person you love, it makes you love yourself more.� I hope there’s a lot of that kind of action going on for you in the next four weeks. According to my assessment of life’s secret currents, all of creation will be conspiring to intensify and deepen your love for yourself by intensifying and deepening your love for other people. Cooperate with that conspiracy, please!

CAPRICORN (December 22-January 19): Is there a creature on earth that’s more annoying than the mosquito? I’ve never heard anyone gaze upon one of the pesky monsters sucking the blood out of her arm and say, “Aw, what a cute little bug.� And yet every year there is a town in Russia that holds a jokey three-day celebration in honor of the mosquito. The people who live in Berezniki even stage a “most delicious� competition, in which people allow themselves to be pricked by mosquitoes for twenty minutes, with an award going to whoever accumulates the most bites. I highly approve of the spirit of this approach for your own use in the coming weeks, Capricorn. If you have fun with the things that bother you, I bet they won’t bother you as much.

AQUARIUS (January 20- February 18): It’s the Forever Season, Aquarius.

You have a poetic license to act as if your body will live for a hundred years and your soul will live for all eternity. You are authorized to believe that in the coming decades you will grow steadily wiser, kinder, happier, and wilder. During the Forever Season, you may have dreams like flying over a waterfall at sunset, or finding the lost magic you were promised before you were born or discovering the key to healing you feared would always elude you.

As you careen through this unpredictable grace period, your understanding of reality may expand dramatically. I bet you’ll get practical epiphanies about how to express yourself with greater effectiveness.

PISCES (February 19-March 20): A musical historian from Cambridge University decided it would be amusing to perform forgotten songs that were written in the Rhineland a thousand years ago. His research wasn’t easy, because musical notation was different back then. But he ultimately reconstructed the tunes in ways that he felt were 80 percent faithful to the originals. He and other musicians subsequently performed and recorded them. I propose a somewhat comparable assignment for you in the coming weeks, Pisces. You will benefit, I believe, from trying to recover the truth about events that occurred a long time ago and/or by trying to revivify old beauty that has new relevance.

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Classes are 6:45-8pm on Thursdays, June 6 and June 13. $20. Bird’s Eye View Circus Space, 2413 Collingwood Blvd.

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Saturday 6.15

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