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July 27-Aug 9, 2016 Vol. 19 • Issue 15

Adams Street Publishing Co. Who would your celebrity date be?

Publisher/Editor in Chief

Collette Jacobs (cjacobs@toledocitypaper.com) Liev Schreiber

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Comments and Feedback Stigmatizing stigma

Let’s do better—but not so fast

In response to our coverage of ProMedica’s event, Impact and Inspire: Unmasking Mental Health coverage (6-29, TCP)

As a proud, lifelong Toledoan, when I read the City Paper (6/15) "Doing Better in Toledo," I thought, "... warts and all, Toledo is a fine place to call home. Now that the renaissance has begun in earnest, will "outsiders" descend on our fair city, bringing with them social mores that will negatively impact the very things that we so love about Toledo? This city is (and has always been) a very caring and sharing place, and as an African-American woman, I can honestly say that, though not perfect, the racial/ethnic/cultural mix and race relations are pretty darn good here.

Diversity is celebrated (look at the faces at the various local festivals). I do not want this to change, even as we welcome newcomers.

“.... Mental illness still carries a social stigma.” How awful that you believe that. May you soon overcome your prejudice. It harms you, it harms others. This from the Carter Center: “Stigma” has been used as an allpurpose term for the negative attitudes faced by people with behavioral health issues. However, increasingly reporters are using more precise terms, when warranted**, such as “prejudice,” “bias,” “social exclusion,” or “discrimination.

Johnny Hildo, Brittany Adams, Brittany Haynes, Jeff McGinnis, Alison Wood-Osmun, Sue Lovett, Christine Senack, Brendan Quigley, monique ward

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My other concern is, given the water shortages in many states, will there be a huge influx of people to Midwestern cities like Toledo, thus creating pressure on this vital resource, and driving up the cost of housing and other goods and services? Just food for thought as we celebrate our city's long overdue revival.

—Cynthia Jones, proud Toledoan

Field Guide: Catch a summer moment Run— or walk— under the stars, see a movie outdoors, catch a fish, or bike a bridge this summer.

By Alison Wood-Osmun

Adam Grant’s Art for Life

In the newly reopened 20 North Gallery, the late painter’s work tells a story of survival.

By Athena Cocoves

See art and catch ‘em all!

Level up with our ultimate downtown Toledo Pokemon Go! walking tour

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No longer open for AfterHours (from 2-5am), The Glass City Café (1107 Jackson St.) has added Sunday hours from 8am-2pm. AfterHours could make a reappearance for special events, like the Adams Street Zombie Crawl.

JR Hernandez, the former head chef and owner of the recently closed Aidriana’s, is now the head chef at Pop Grille (3309 N. Holland Sylvania Rd.) The former Grand Plaza hotel is undergoing a $25 million renovation to transform into the Renaissance Toledo Downtown Hotel (444 N. Summit St.).

The four-star hotel will reopen in late December.

A new bookstore, Gathering Volumes (196 E. South Boundary St.), has opened near Nedley’s in Perrysburg.

The Art Supply Depo (29 S. St. Clair), located in the Warehouse District, opens a Bowling Green location (435 E. Wooster St.) on August 19, with a special celebration from 5-7:30pm.

Secor Village (the future location of Whole Foods) will also house fast casual sushi spot, Fusian Sushi Restaurant, Pet People Pet Center and OrangeTheory Fitness.

Secor Village is set to open in early 2017.

Eden Fashion Boutique (186 S. Main St., Bowling Green), a stylish clothing store, opens its doors on August 5.

Our ongoing look at NW Ohio’s most abundant resource.

Microcystin is more toxic than... (hint: cyanide is one of them)

Leaching in The story of Western Lake Erie water is know: large-scale animal feed lots (CAFOs) produce phosphorus-laden manure which is spread on fields, then hits waterways bound for Lake Erie. In the lake, the phosphorus feeds a sprawling algae blanket, producing Microcystin.

What is Microcystin?

An exceptionally poisonous chemical that causes diarrhea, vomiting and liver problems (after long exposure).

One Ohio State University Stone Lab/Ohio EPA study measured the toxicity of a number of poisons on lab rats, finding Microcystin more toxic than...

PCBs Methylmercury DDT Chlorine, and Cyanide.

Want to learn more?

Join impassioned activists, Toledoans for Safe Water, a grassroots organization, for a discussion and free screening of We The People 2.0: The Second American Revolution. 5:30pm, Monday, August 1. Collingwood Arts Center Black Box Theater, 2413 Collingwood Blvd.

For more information, visit lakeerieaction.org

Correction: In Marketplace Changes of our 7/13 issue, the name of the new Sylvania brewery is Upside Brewing NOT Upscale Brewing. facebook.com/toledocitypaper @TCPaper pinterest.com/toledocitypaper

The Perrysburg location of Maddie & Bella Coffee Roasters (117 Louisiana Ave.) is now.

Know of any changes in the area? Send them to editor@adamsstreetpublishing.com.

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Women settle the score

Ever notice how bands are typically filled with men? Or that music history is a long story of male composers in powdered wigs? It’s time for women to settle the score and celebrate feminine contributions. During Women of Toledo Educational Initiatives: Women in Music, a panel of local women will discuss how the important contributions of women in music strengthens our community. Enjoy drinks and appetizers and learn from an educated panel, featuring jazz vocalist Ramona Collins, retired radio personality Suzanne Carroll, songstress Lisa Hightower, opera singer Dr. Lorna Gonzales, among others. 5:30-8pm, Wednesday, August 10. $10/ general, $5/Circle of Friends members. Pam’s Corner, 116 10th St., Downtown Toledo. 419-377-5457. info@womenoftoledo.org —AC

A summer holiday of savings

Save some money on summer shopping during Ohio Tax Free Weekend, from Friday, August 5 to Sunday, August 7. Thanks to the Ohio Department of Taxation, shoppers can go sans sales tax on clothing priced at $75 per item or less, on school supplies priced at $20 per item or less, and on school materials priced $20 per item or less. Online stores will also be sales tax free, as long as you order and pay during that weekend. All retailers participate. Get ready to stock up on school supplies.

FinnFest: A fundraising festival

Earlier this year, Old West End resident and friend, Jason Finn, was paralyzed after a serious boogieboarding accident in Puerto Rico. Join Handmade Toledo for the first formal fundraiser to benefit Finn, with proceeds supporting Finn’s three days per-week therapy sessions, as well as home therapy equipment. Enjoy a live auction, cash bar, raffles and live music by Quick Trio. 6-10pm.

Thursday, August 4. $40/ if purchased by 7/29, $50/if purchased after.

Handmade Toledo, 1717 Adams St. 419-214-1717. handmadetoledo.com —KN

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CITY SIDE

When the kids aren’t alright

Hildo’s 6-point plan for Toledo City Council

Battle of the bands to benefit homeless youth

By Brittany L. Haynes

Change we can believe in Charting a new course in City Politics

by Johnny Hildo

We said it before, we’ll say it again.

What we need around here is some good ol’-fashioned quality control.

Let’s face it, folks, leadership of our beloved Froggy Bottom isn’t exactly populated by the best and the brightest.

There are some exceptions. They shine through like verdant tropical islands in a cesspool. But rather than name names, let’s take a longer view.

What can we do to solve the problem?

What would it take to attract talent to run for elected office?

One caveat. Being in the public eye is rough and tumble right out of the box.

Every personal detail is subject to intense scrutiny. Every decision is criticized, every vote subject to intense pressure. Public office isn’t for everyone.

But surely it isn’t just for whackadoos and the chronically unemployed, either.

As Toledo City Council considers proposed changes to the City Charter, here are some structural changes that would really make a difference in that public body.

1. Reduce the size of city council from twelve to nine. This was proposed once before, in the ill-fated “Nine is Fine” initiative rejected by voters. But that proposal didn’t go far enough, because it wasn’t coupled with the other ideas offered here. A smaller number of seats could result in a better winnowing of the chaff from the wheat. But the former proposal kept a district structure and eliminated atlarge seats. Instead we would: 2. Eliminate districts and make all city council seats at-large. The current structure with district seats means council members can get elected from districts with extremely low voter turnout. Some current members got only a few thousand votes to win. This allows chuckleheads with name recognition, or a large family, to sneak in.

Districts supposedly ensure diversity. But half of the current at-large members are African American, so diversity should not be a problem.

3. Ensure continuity by making terms six years, staggered every two years.

Current structure allows for massive turnover in council membership, as fully half of council is elected every two

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years. Of current council members, only three of twelve have served six or more consecutive years. The steepness of the council learning curve has left large holes in council competence. We’d prefer that no council member be left behind. The new structure would elect three of nine every two years, ensuring that turnover would be slow. With better quality, that would be a good thing.

4. Head-to-head races. Currently, all at-large seats are elected from a pool of candidates. The top six vote-getters win, no matter how few votes the number six finisher receives. The new structure, where only three are elected at a time, should include making the terms start a day apart, such that each seat is unique.

Candidates would have to target a specific seat, allowing for a primary that cuts the field to two and a head-to-head battle for each seat in the general election. Top candidates could target their opponents.

Weak incumbents would be more likely to get picked off. Like the sickly white-tailed deer being culled from the herd by wolves.

5. Eliminate artificial term limits.

Allowing high-quality Toledoans to seek a career in public service is essential. If quality improves, and races are more competitive, terms should only be ended democratically, by the vote of the people. This helps with continuity, too. One last way to ensure the requisite level of quality, and a council we can believe in?

6. Make council service a full-time job, with commensurate pay. A smaller number of council members could be paid better without busting the budget.

Make the job attractive and we’ll attract better candidates. Good pay, with the possibility of long tenure, will help entice the best and brightest to enter leadership.

Better council members deserve to be compensated accordingly.

That’s our six-point plan for a city council of accomplished, competent leaders to move the city forward. Anything less? The brickhead brigade we already gots.

Next in our sights. Charter changes for the office of mayor! Stay tuned!

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Briggs, the Zepf Center Youth Provider Staff, providing LGBTQ+ education outreach through SafeZone Training Classes.

“Over 2,200 student-age youths [in the area] are housing-insecure or homeless,” according to Lilian Ann Briggs, Executive Director of The Promise House Project.

Briggs founded the Promise House Project (PHP) as a collaborative effort to address the needs and issues of local LGBTQQIA and heterosexual homeless and runaway youths, ages 14-24, with a specific focus on the LGBTQ community at greatest risk.

To help improve the situation for these youths, PHP has created the Rockin OUT to raise money for upcoming initiatives.

Working toward a solution

PHP, functioning for a little over a year, has already begun raising money for a 24/7 drop-in center, to provide a safe place to talk, eat, and find clothing.

“It is projected to cost upwards of $300,000 for first-year operating expenses to make sure we are adequately staffed, safe, and secure,” Briggs stated.

“We have had youths at the table directing our work from day one.

We need their input,” Briggs said.

To raise funds, PHP focuses on community events, including Youth Homelessness is a Drag— a top talent drag show— and Rockin’ OUT Youth Homelessness—a battle of the bands, to be held in September.

Promoting Community Action

“In one year, we’ve raised $10,000 dollars. This number could have been higher, but there was a disconnect in the community;

Lilian Ann Briggs, executive director of The Promise House Project. people didn’t understand why youth homelessness and housing insecurity is such a significant problem,” stated Briggs.

There are over 130 youth-serving agencies in Lucas County. However, Safety Net, for youths aged 10-17, is the only unaccompanied minor shelter in the county and has only 12 beds.

“If parents and the system fail a young person, we as a community can say it is unacceptable for a young person to be homeless and hungry,” Briggs said.

2nd Annual Youth Homelessness Is a Drag. 10pm-2am, Friday, July 29. $3/21+, $5/ages 18-20. Bretz Nightclub, 2012 Adams St., see the event on Facebook.

4pm-10pm on Friday, September 16, Rockin OUT Youth Homelessness, a battle of the bands, will be held in the Collingwood Arts Center Parking Lot. For more information about the Promise House Project or to donate or volunteer, call 567-343-0972 or visit phptoledo.org.

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We know: “It’s complicated.” Being single ain’t easy. Luckily, R. Kelly gave Toledoans the perfect pick up line in 1995: “You remind me of a Jeep.” We know laughter leads to love. Single and ready to mingle?

Here are ten of Toledo’s most eligible bachelors and bachelorettes.

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Party with these singles and vote for your favorite contestant at the Toledo City Paper's annual party

Legislative Aide + Youth Soccer Coach with the Toledo Celtics Soccer Club Where would you go in a time machine?

July 24, 1969 to watch the moon landing.

I’ve always wanted to be an astronaut.

Lesson learned from your last breakup: That it is okay to keep looking if you are not happy.

You don’t need to force things.

Shocking fact about you: I turned down the opportunity to play professional soccer in order to Teach For America, by teaching 8th grade math and science to disadvantaged students in Phoenix, AZ. Your most attractive quality: My ability to almost always be comfortable in social settings.

Shorty’s Back 40 5215 Monroe St. Thursday, Aug 18 6-9:30pm SPONSORED BY Yark Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram

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Lesson learned from your last breakup: I give too many second chances.

Hair: Creative Headlines

Shocking fact about you: I was a vegetarian for five years.

Dream vacation: Backpacking through South America.

For sexy, natural styles.

Makeup: Amy Lewis & Co.

Advice you live by: My grandma used to tell me, “Do all things with kindness.”

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Alysha Reed Mental Health Professional Advice you live by: My mom told me that, “Life is too short to argue over petty things.”

What did you dream of being when you grew up?

An FBI spy.

Last book you read: Game of Thrones.

Lesson learned from your last breakup: Sometimes the timing just isn’t right.

Content Creator + MultiMedia Entrepreneur + Journalist/Writer Where would you go in a time machine?

1920-mid 1930’s, Harlem Renaissance. It was such an expressive period of time for Blacks in America— a time of immense cultural, social, and artistic identity.

What did you dream of being when you grew up? One of the greatest writers of my time.

Lesson learned from your last breakup: To embrace every part of a relationship and your mate, for love is absolutely the most precious and fragile thing we possess.

Rubin Marisa

Shocking fact about you: For most of my childhood I thought Michael Jackson was Jesus.

Assignment Editor — Toledo City Paper Any pets? I have a furball named Elvis.

He is part Wookie part Gremlin— and super cuddly.

Where would you go in a time machine? 69 BC: Cleopatra’s birth year… I truly believe I am her reincarnated.

Advice that you live by: You are the answer to someone’s problems.

I can’t live without: SPF 100.

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Megan McCrory Customer Service Representative — Blue Care Network If you were a cocktail you’d be called: Crazy Cat Lady.

What did you dream of being when you grew up? A roller-skating waitress (I wish I were kidding).

Lesson learned from your last breakup: No more fixer-uppers— it is not my job to rescue someone from himself.

I can’t live without: The art of storytelling in its various forms.

Dan Kramer Product Development Engineer — Toledo Molding & Die Where would you go in a time machine? Back to the 60s when an occasional neat scotch in the office was acceptable.

What did you dream of being when you grew up?​A garbage man. This was back in the day when guys would ride on the side of the truck and I thought that looked like a blast.

Shocking fact about you: Occasionally, I enjoy being the little spoon.

Don’t be a selfish cuddler. ​ Your most attractive quality: Probably my brains. Most girls love when I explain air induction systems and injection molding.

There’s a fire in your house— what do you grab? My beer bong.

Jonny Runckel General Manager — Reset + Spikes Be ach Bar

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What did you dream of being when you grew up? An Olympic diver.

Last book you read: I Hope They Serve Beer in Hell by Tucker Max Lesson learned from your last breakup: Don’t let her go on spring break alone. LOL. www.toledocitypaper.com

Kimberly Bork Leasing Professional— The Residences at Carronade in Perryburg

Advice you live by: “Make good choices,” it’s a comedic line from Pitch Perfect, but it really is simple enough.

Shocking fact about you: I’m competitive and kind of mean about it.

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Favorite meal at favorite restaurant: I absolutely love Cocina De Carlos— especially their fajita buffet.

If you were a cocktail you’d be called: The Sparkling Unicorn.

Martial arts instructor

Most memorable song: Bohemian Rhapsody by Queen. Who doesn’t have a good memory with that song?

What did you dream of being when you grew up?

A member of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles… wait, what do you mean “grow up?”

Pet peeve: People who leave grocery carts in the parking lot.

Dream vacation: A never ending trip around the world.

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Third time’s a charm The largest tap takeover in the region, with 40 beers on tap, has Short’s Brewing Company providing the draft selections at Forest View Lanes. Arrive thirsty, as the choices of ale range from seasonal and flagships to special cameos by rare special blends. Joe Short, co-owner and operator of Short’s Brewing Company, will make a special appearance, along with performances by local bands all weekend long. For a full list of featured beer, visit the Facebook event page. 5pm Friday, July 29-through Sunday, July 31. Forest View Lanes, 2345 W. Dean Rd., Temperance. 734-847-4915. forestviewlanes.com, shortsbrewing.com

Hopheads rejoyce!

Craft beer enthusiasts, at Craft at the Quarry, thirsty attendees will have the opportunity to sample any (or all) of the 150 featured brews. #beergeeks who work up an appetite savoring the ale, have area restaurants serbing food. Live musical entertainment will round out the evening.

Ages 21+. 7-11pm Friday, July 29. $10/admission; tastings: $5/5 samples, $12/15 samples, $22/25 samples; Package deal: $25/includes admission and 20 samples. Centennial Terrace, 5773 Centennial Rd., Sylvania. 419-885-7106. centennialterrace.org

Tears into memories 2500 West Sylvania Ave • Toledo 2072 Woodville Rd • Oregon

Taco Tuesday Wednesday-Bike Night Thursday- Ladies & Salsa Night

Rosie’s Italian Grille offers Toledoans a sanctuary to remember the late musician, Prince.

Phil Barone, owner of the Italian eatery, was inspired by Prince’s 1984 film Purple Rain. When the pop icon died on April 21, Barone created a touching tribute to the late singer with a plaque is positioned above a koi pond surrounded by purple petunias. “As the petunias grow… the rain cascades down— becoming Purple Rain.” Also enjoy a house specialty Purple Rain handcrafted cocktail. Rosie’s Italian Grill, 606 N. McCord Rd. 419-866-5007. rosiesitaliangrille.com —MLR

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Best BG Restaurant Best East of the River Restaurant Best Maumee Restaurant Best New Restaurant Best Perrysburg Restaurant Best Sylvania Restaurant Best View First-date Restaurant Gastropub Hippest Atmosphere

Libations

Mom & Pop Restaurant

Best Bar in Toledo

Outdoor Setting: Best Patio

Best Bar in Sylvania

Place to be Seen

Best Bar in Perrysburg

Place for a Pre-Show Dinner

Best Bar in Maumee

Place to Take an Out-Of-Towner Place to Catch Up With a Friend Place to Impress a Client/Date Place You Can Boat To Road Trip Restaurant Restaurant That Says “Toledo Area Best” Your Secret Spot

Best Bar in Bowling Green Best Margarita Best Bloody Mary Craft Cocktail Bar Craft Beer Selection Dive Bar

Champion of Farm to Table Craft Beer Apostle Chef Caterer Local Maker (artisan, craftsperson: food or drink) Local celebrity dinner companion Local foodie Purveyor Pastry Chef/Baker Restaurateur Server Staff

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Addictive Appetizer Adventurous Dish Best Midnight Snack Best Frozen Treat Best Southern Food Breakfast Brunch Spot Bubble Tea Charcuterie Board Cheap Eats Creative Burger

Use of Local Food Use of Trendy Ingredient Vegan Entree Vegetarian Entree Veggie Burger Wings

BE SPECIFIC. If you tell us the most addictive appetizer in town is “loaded nachos,” we will not know where to find them. Don’t leave out important details like restaurant name and location.

THINK LOCAL. Please consider locally-owned establishments only. You may only vote one time.

ANSWER AT LEAST 15. It’s kind of like those bubble exams in high school— fill in less than 15, and it won’t count.

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Culinary Thursday, 7.28

Caribbean Cuisine to Beat the Summer Heat Dégagé Jazz Cafe

You’ll learn how to make a jerk seasoning, a fresh marinate, plantain tortillas, coconut rice and salsa. Registration required. $65/person.

7-8:30pm. 301 River Rd., Maumee. 419-794-8205. historiccommercialbuilding.com

Saturday, 7.30

Annual Donut Eating Contest Whitehouse Farmers’ Market

Divided into three age groups with a limit of 10 people, competitors face-off in the ultimate donut contest. Registration required. 10am. 6925 Providence St. 419-877-5383. whitehouseoh.gov

Kombucha Workshop The University Church

Presenter Josiah Wagner, an expert kombucha brewer, will teach about the drink and its beneficial nutrients, enzymes and acids that help boost immunity and energy. 10am-noon. $15 suggested donation. 4747 Hill Ave. 419-534-3080. theuniversitychurchtoledo.org

Sunday, 7.31

Flavors of Spain: José Andrés’ Classic Paella Williams-Sonoma

Travel to Spain and learn how to create the country’s classic rice dish. This class will feature recipes from the renowned chef José Andrés. Registration required.

9:30am. $30. 5001 Monroe St. 419-475-6368. williams-sonoma.com

Monday, 8.1

Farm to Table Dinner Weber Ranch

Hosted by Weber Farm and Degage Jazz Cafe, this special dinner takes you back to the past to bring you a delightful dinner featuring fresh-from-the-farm ingredients with big flavor. Reservations required.

4965 Defiance Pike, Wayne. 419-794-8205 ext. 3. historiccommercialbuilding.com

Thursday, 8.4

Lunch at Levis Square Concert Series Levis Square

Take some time out during your lunch to enjoy local food trucks and live music on Thursdays throughout the summer months. Noon-1:30pm. Levis Square, Madison Ave. and N. St. Clair St.

Saturday, 8.6

4th Annual Ride & Roast Poker Run Camp Courageous

Take your coolest bike, trike or wheeled ride to enjoy beer, food and drinks along with live music by Andrew Ellis and Beg to Differ. 12:30pm. $25/rider, $35/rider and passenger, $40/VIP. 12701 Waterville Swanton Rd., Whitehouse. campcourageous.com/ride-roast/

Sunday, 8.7

Jazz Brunch with the Art Tatum Jazz Society Toledo Museum of Art Glass Pavilion

This special brunch includes live music from All In the Family, featuring Ben Wolkins, Ric Wolkins, and Dave Tippet. 11am-1pm. $38. 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org

Monday, 8.7

Savor Sylvania Restaurant Week Various Locations

Enjoy food and wine specials from 16 Sylvania area restaurants as live music from local musicians fill the air. Through August 13. $35/per person, $65/per couple. 419-882-2135. sylvaniachamber.org

ONGOING CULINARY Saturdays

Open year round, the market features local produce and meat vendors, as well as handmade artisan goods. 8am-2pm. Prices vary. 525 Market St. 419-255-6765. toledofarmersmarket.com

Ethnic markets take Toledo around the world

Saturdays & Sundays

Black Kite Brunch Black Kite Coffee & Pies

Start your day of with made-to-order creative breakfast items. 10:30am-2:30pm. Prices vary.

419-720-5820. facebook.com/BlackKiteCoffee

Tastings Wednesday, 7.27

Wine Tasting Sofo’s Italian Market

Enjoy multiple samples of wines and cheeses that will delight the palate. 4 wines will be available to sip and savor, and if you’re lucky, a beer or two might be included. Take home a recipe sampling of the chef’s choice. 5-7pm. $.50/sample. 5400 Monroe St. 419-882-8555. shopsofos.com

Our dinner table benefits from seasonality with thanks to the farmer’s market, a weekly tradition for local-loving foodies. Conquer cravings for global munchies— like the sweet cactus, dragon fruit, or the curious Indian beverage, Basil Seed Juice— from ethnic markets. Celebrate Toledo’s deep cultural pockets by exploring the expansive, unique, and often inexpensive, offerings available at neighborhood markets.

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Middle East Market & Sidon Bakery

New Old World Walt Churchill’s Market

Reddish hairs cover the leathery skin of this Southeast Asian tropical fruit, which is about the size of a plum. Cut it open for pale flesh with a slightly acidic, yet sweet, flavor.

Saturday, 7.30

While you’re there: Stock up on Middle Eastern, Lebanese, and Mediterranean staples or stop by the bakery for a quick sweet delight.

Friday, 7.29

Take your tasting to the max with Diana Kerr-Brown from Wine Trends as she provides some old world favorites to sip and savor. 4-7pm. Prices vary.

26625 Dixie Hwy., Perrysburg. 419-872-6900. waltchurchillsmarket.com

White Burgundy Walt Churchill’s Market

Middle East Market, 4623 W. Bancroft. 419-531-3999. middleeast-market.com Hours: 9am-8pm Monday-Saturday, 10am-7pm Sunday

Sample some of the greatest wines in the world, said to come straight from Burgundy. 2-6pm. Prices vary. 3320 Briarfield Blvd., Maumee. 419-794-4000. waltchurchillsmarket.com

Sidon Bakery, 4625 W. Bancroft. 419-558-3900.

Hours: 8am-9pm Monday-Thursday, 8am-10pm Friday & Saturday, 8am-8pm Sunday.

Weekly Food Tasting Phoenix Earth Food Co-op

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This week, sample the Radiant Kale Krunch, Mediterranean cucumber tomato salad, quinoa and fruit pilaf, and chips and salsa. 1-3pm. Donations appreciated. 1447 W. Sylvania Ave. 419-476-3211. phoenixearthfoodco-op.com

Dragon Supermarket

Friday, 8.5

Summer Brewfest & Music Festival Hensville Park

This jar of pickled Chinese cabbage is a dry, salty condiment great as a garnish and as a base for stocks and soups.

While you’re there: Browse the expansive variety of rice. Additionally, noodle varieties include wheat, buckwheat and soy. Try snacks, like Pocky and ramen.

Whether you’re a beer beginner or an experienced beer tasting enthusiast, you’ll choose samples from over 200 craft beers from 50 different breweries while enjoying live music from the Hensville Park main stage and the Fleetwood’s Tap Room stage.

6pm. Ticket prices vary, visit website for more information. 406 Washington St. hensvilletoledo.com

Saturday, 8.6

Enotec Imports & Diana Kerr Brown Walt Churchill’s Market

Diana Kerr Brown from Enotec Imports will guide participants through their Italian portfolio. Red and white wines take center stage on this trip through Italy. 2-6pm. Prices vary. 3320 Briarfield Blvd., Maumee. 419-794-4000. waltchurchillsmarket.com

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Wine & Dine Element 112

Celebrate Element 112’s Wine Spectator Award and in-house Sommelier with half price wine bottles. 5735 N. Main St. 419-517-1104. element112restaurant.com

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5 things we found while shopping the globe

Farmers’ Market Toledo Farmers’ Market

Dragon Supermarket, 40 S. Reynolds (Corner of Reynolds and Hill), 419-214-0040. dragonsupermarket.com Hours: Daily, 10am-9pm

Lee Oriental

Rock candy is a familiar Western treat, but the Japanese take comes sans-kabob and is much, much sweeter. Shaped like stars, the colorful treat is a standard Japanese candy.

While you’re there: Stop by the extraordinary Korean restaurant tucked inside the market. Shop for frozen and refrigerated items, fill up on snack foods, or experiment with a variety of beauty items.

Lee Oriental, 2527 W. Laskey, 419-475-9742.

Hours: 11:30am-7pm Monday-Saturday, 12:30-7pm Sunday (market only)

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4 Reddy Food N Spices This thin cracker is a staple in India, made of mat bean, wheat flour and oil. Often served during breakfast, the inexpensive snack is the perfect vehicle for testdriving flavorful chutneys, spreads and condiments, also available in store.

While you’re there: Pick up spices in bulk, shop for snacks, unique bottled drinks and flavorful, but quick, dinners.

Reddy Food N Spices, 6725 W. Central Ave. 419-843-9455.

5 San Marcos Mexican Restaurant and Market While aloe vera is a saving grace for pale-skinned victims of the summer sun, the prickly plant’s meat is also edible. Raw aloe juice soothes an aching throat, and some recipes even call for poaching the flesh, or using it in salads. Not your thing? Enjoy its unlimited uses for DIY beauty.

While you’re there: Dive into the produce selection, with guava, prickly pears, yucca and cactus, browse the meat counter, take a gander at colorful sodas and ice creams that are true south of the border originals. There’s plenty of dry goods, like beans and chilies, or take on your own Chopped Challenge with freeze dried shrimp.

San Marcos, 235 Broadway St. 419-244-2373. sanmarcostaquieria.com Hours: 9am-9pm Monday-Thursday, 8am-9pm Saturday Still hungry for global flavors? We’re sick of burgers, too. Go online for our full ethnic market round up. Find our where to find African goods, Polish sausage, Pakistani spices, and more, at toledocitypaper.com

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FRI 8.5

The Monster Truck Throwdown

The Throwdown is returning to the Wood County Fair for another night of monster truck action. See eight monster truck superstars and witness the backflipping thrills of Freestyle Motocross. 7pm. $15/GA, $10/ages 9 to 4, Free/ages 3 and under.

Wood County Fairgrounds, 13800 W. Poe Rd. 419-352-0441. woodcounty-fair.com

Sarah McLachlan

Enjoy the smooth and beautiful vocals of Sarah McLachlan, live and in concert. She is known for her emotional ballads and is a three-time Grammy Award winner. 7pm doors, 8pm start. $59.50-$79.50. Stranahan Theater & Great Hall, 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd. 419-381-8851. stranahantheater.org

15th Annual River Raisin Jazz Festival

Enjoy the cool sounds of jazz in the warm summer air with bands including the River Raisin Big Band, Oleta Adams, and Brenda Russell.

Noon-10pm. St. Mary’s Park, W. Elm Ave., Monroe. riverraisinjazzfestival.org Free

SUN 8.14

AAA Northwest Ohio’s 21st Annual Car Show

Enjoy the sights and admire great cars, or register your own classic car for judging.

There will be plenty of delicious food, music, prizes and more. 10am-2pm.

AAA Central Office, 7150 W. Central Ave. 419-843-1200. AAA.com/carshow Free

I Love the 90s Tour

Grammy Award-winning group Salt-N-Pepa headline the show with supporting acts: Vanilla Ice, Coolio, Tone Loc, Kid ‘n Play, Robe Base and Young MC. 6pm/doors, 7/show. $25/UT students, $35/GA. University of Toledo Savage Arena, 2801 Bancroft St. 419-530-4653.

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Comedy Get Down

Laugh along with five members of comedy royalty as Cedric ‘The Entertainer’, Eddie Griffin, D.L. Hughley, George Lopez and Charlie Murphy take the stage. 7pm/doors, 8pm/show. $47.75-$87.75. Huntington Center, 500 Jefferson Ave. 419-321-5007. huntingtoncentertoledo.com

FRI 8.26

Enjoy Toledo’s oldest and largest, event with German food, beer and entertainment. 6pm-1am Friday, 2pm-1am Saturday, noon-11pm Sunday. $8/GA, $6/advance.

Oak Shade Grove, 3624 Seaman Rd., Oregon. germanamericanfestival.net

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National Tract Pulling Champ

Witness chest ru vehicles and driv they compete in pulling champion ages 10 and unde grounds, 13800 W Green. 419-352-7

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Feast with the Beasts

Feel elegant and wild with a five course gourmet dinner and animal encounter. Reservations required. $250/per person.

The Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way. 419-385-5721 ext. 2091. toledozoo.org

42nd Annual Birmingham Ethnic Festival

Celebrate local heritage with ethnic foods, arts and crafts exhibits, cultural displays, and music. Consaul St., East Toledo. birminghamethnicfestival.wordpress.com

Toledo Antique & Classic Boat Show

SAT 8.27

Take a stroll down historic Downtown Monroe, Michigan, to browse goods from local artists and view the local craftsmanship. 10am-7pm August 13, 10am-6pm August 14. East First and Washington Streets, Monroe. downtownmonroefineartfair.com Free

SAT 8.20 & SUN 8.21

Downtown Monroe Fine Art Fair

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51st Annual GermanAmerican Festival

Sink into summer with jazz tunes in the beautiful setting of the Toledo Botanical Gardens. Bring a blanket or chairs and a group to enjoy the evening outdoors.

Thursdays through September 8.

6:30-8:30pm. $10/GA, $5/TBG members, free/under 12. Toledo Botanical Garden, 5403 Elmer Dr. 419-563-5566. toledogarden.org

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SUN 8.7

Enjoy a festival full of color, dance and delicious food.

There will be a wide variety of great Indian food, shopping and more. 11am-8:30pm. Centennial Terrace, 5773 Centennial Rd. 419-882-1500. centennialterrace.org. Free

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Check out everything from great local artists, delicious fair food, youth and educational events, agriculture and grandstand entertainment. Through August 6.

Monroe County Fairgrounds, 3775 S. Custer Rd., Monroe.

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SUN 7.31- SAT 8.6

Monroe County Fair

See the beautiful classic boats, local food and live music along the Toledo waterfront. 10am-4pm. Promenade Park Docks, Water St. 419-255-2628. toledoboatshow.com Free

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ROCK ‘N ROAR THE TOLEDO ZOO

Revel in a night of nostalgia and get your groove on at the 5th annual 80s dance party. Dress up in classic 80s attire and dance the night away to your favorite tunes from back in the day. 7pm/doors, 8pm/party. $30. Centennial Terrace, 5773 Centennial Rd. 419882-1500 centennialterrace.org

Sunset Jazz & Art Festival

Enjoy an evening of live jazz music, artists’ booths, and delicious food from local restaurants. 2-10pm. Grand Rapids Towpath Park, Maumee. 419-832-2787. grandrapidsohio.com Free

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FRI 8.26SAT 8.27

Rock out to to one of America’s favorite rock bands of all time.

6:30/doors, 7:30/show. $37.50-$123.

Huntington Center, 500 Jefferson Ave. 419-321-5007. huntingtoncentertoledo.com

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Celebrate diversity and acceptance with events like the Toledo Pride Nite Glo 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run, the KISS N’ Drag show, and the Toledo Pride Parade and Festival. Starts at noon. $5/at gate before 7pm, $7/at gate after 7pm, $5/tickets online. Levis Square, Downtown Toledo. toledopride.com

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Plenty of music and barbecue will be available from local pitmasters and artists including Easton Corbin, Rodney Atkins, and 38 Special. Tickets for each concert are available. Lucas County Fairgrounds, 1406 Key St., Maumee. nworiboff.com

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FRI 8.19

Alan Jackson For more than 25 years, Alan Jackson’s music has provided a soundtrack for American Life. Jackson’s songs encaptures the hopes, dreams and values of everyday people while holding true to the roots of country music. 7:30pm. $65-$99.50.

Toledo Zoo Amphitheatre, 2700 Broadway St. 419-385 4040. toledozoo.org

August 19th

Enjoy a perfect summer day with over 150 arts and crafts booths, kids games and activities, petting zoo and car show. August 12 5-11:30pm, August 13 9am-11:30pm.

Uptown Maumee, 601 Conant St., Maumee. maumeesummerfair.com Free

Join the Boys & Girls Club of Toledo in celebrating the end of summer at the 8th annual Barefoot at the Beach outdoor fundraiser. Enjoy a tiki bar, live music, great food from local restaurants, bonfires, fireworks and more.

Ages 21+. 6-11pm. $100. Maumee Bay State Park, 1400 State Park Rd. 419-241-4258. barefootatthebeach.org

Grill Your Own Steak or Salmon Dinners

SAT 8.13

Maumee Summer Fair

Barefoot at the Beach

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FRI 8.12 & SAT 8.13

It’s not a jam band, it’s not your Grandfather’s bluegrass, it’s Jamgrass.

Come out for the end-of-summer concert featuring Decent Folk, Minglewood Labor Camp, and ind’grass. 7pm/doors, 8pm/show. $10. Ohio Theatre & Events Center, 3114 Lagrange St. 419-255-8406 ext. 305. ohiotheatretoledo.org

Get your party pants on for this hot summer dance party. With three different bands, grilled food and a cash bar open all night, there’s plenty to keep the party going. Ages 21+. 7pm-midnight. $25/members, $30/ non-member. The Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way. 419-385-4040. toledozoo.org

LIVE MUSIC Every Weekend!

SAT 8.6

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Wings & Warbirds Over Port Clinton

The show will feature full scale military displays and air acrobatics. Proceeds benefit Foundation For Military.

9am-4pm. $12-$15. Erie-Ottawa International Airport, 3255 E. State Rd., Port Clinton. rcwarbirdsopc.com

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CITY PAGES Local literary series provides a forum for women writers

What is most rewarding about Women Unbound?

The most rewarding thing about our program is seeing the growth, as writers, that some of the regularly-attending teens have experienced. It is also a wonderful opportunity to network and bounce ideas off of other local literary artists, which can shape ones artistic path.

Encouraging women to write on

By Brittany L. Haynes

Women writers seeking resources and peers, can face difficulty. Open mics are often male-dominated, and co-ed critiques can be uncomfortable.

In 2013, Lorraine Cipriano and Kayla Marie Williams co-founded Women Unbound, a literary series held at the Sanger Branch Library, offering women writers from Ohio and Michigan, a welcoming, accessible space to share their work.

In anticipation of their upcoming August 6th event with the independent publisher, Finish Line Press Poets, we sat down with Cipriano.

TCP: What can we expect from the Finishing Line Press Poets?

The event will feature 20-minute readings by three local female authors, Cindy Bosley, Kerry Trautman and Jonie McIntire, who have all had chapbooks of poetry published by Finishing Line Press. So you will have the opportunity to hear poetry that is uncom-

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promisingly female and that explores our collective experience [followed by a short Q&A].

“Our main mission is to encourage females of all ages to share their words, building a community.”

Is there anything else you want our readers to know?

It is important to support female authors in our community.

So, if you know someone that is published, look into having their books shelved at the library. Also, buy a book or two from a local female author. If you read a book by a female author that you love, share it on social media. It validates our collective voice and inspires women globally to be heard.

Co-founder, Lorraine Cipriano, began Women Unbound to allow and encourage women writers to share their work.

What is Women Unbound?

In 2013, Kayla Williams and I came up with the idea to host a female-centered poetry reading series.

Women and female teenagers in our community were in need of a safe place to share their words. Oftentimes, a male-dominated poetry reading can feature misogynistic poetry, which may make women uncomfortable, discouraging them from returning.

Our main mission is to encourage females of all ages to share their words, building a community.

Comment on the attention directed toward local women writers?

We have a very vibrant literary community in Northwest Ohio. There needs to be a better representation of these authors at a variety of literary events. It is also important for schools to expose students to more writings by women, since women’s voices are an integral part of the human experience.

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Finishing Line Press Poets. 2-4pm Saturday, August 6. Sanger Branch Library.

3030 W. Central. 419-259-5370.

Facebook.com/womenunbound Free

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Paternus Book Signing Check out Perrysburg’s new independent bookstore during a signing of local author Dyrk Ashton’s internationally-acclaimed debut novel, Paternus. The OSU and BGSU grad published his fantasy novel in May, the first of a trilogy, following 17 year old Fiona Patterson and her battle against mythological creatures. Meet the writer, teacher and actor and hear about Fiona’s mysterious work at 1pm. Saturday, July 30. Gathering Volumes, 196 E. South Boundary St., Perrysburg. 419-297-4454. paternusbooks.com Free —KN

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Bringing a Bird’s Eye View

Local circus company trains new generation of performers

by Jeff McGinnis A young group of area circus performers— mixing breathtaking athleticism with artistic flair— Toledo’s Bird’s Eye View Circus will open for the New York-based Constellation Moving Company, July 29 at the Collingwood Arts Center.

A local studio teaching circus performance techniques to all ages, Bird’s Eye View’s classes include modern aerial silks to more traditional Big Tent Circus, like trapeze and partner acrobatics.

“We are also a performance company, so if our students hone their skills well enough, they may graduate into performing with us,” says owner Erin Garber-Pearson, who frequently produces, directs and performs herself in Bird’s Eye View shows at the Collingwood.

Taking flight

The circus has ber-Pearson’s life summers during performer, with her specialty.

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been a part of Garfor years. She spent college as a circus aerial tricks being

She moved to Northwest Ohio to take a job teaching at BGSU, “I just opened my own studio. And then other people found out I am an aerialist, and wanted to start training with me,” she says.

After founding Bird’s Eye View in 2012, Garber-Pearson devoted herself to training others, with a curriculum geared toward newcomers. Many students are inspired by modern circus showcases like Cirque du Soleil. In addition to performance skills, students find it a stimulating way to stay in shape.

“One of the things that’s really fun about the circus is, everyone who stays with our studio long enough gets crazy buff, but they’re never really thinking about ‘working out,’ because what they’re doing at the time is just interesting and fun,” Garber-Pearson says.

The stars align

Garber-Pearson’s years as a performer have garnered her many contacts and friends in the circus community, allowing her to stay on top of the latest trends, and providing opportunities to help bring nationally recognized acts to the Toledo area, often to play a show with her own company.

“Toledo has a nice geographic center point, where there’s not a lot of circus stuff, but a lot of shows pass near here. It’s a convenient place to stop,” she says.

Whether it’s teaching a new generation of performers, producing shows to demonstrate the skills they’ve learned or simply performing herself, GarberPearson says she hopes audiences will be moved and inspired by the work of Bird’s Eye View.

“When folks come to our shows, I hope that they’re entertained, I hope that they’re engaged intellectually, in a way, with what we do,” she says.

Back in the TRENCHES

100 years ago, the soldiers of World War I lived through fear and misery in the trenches of European battlefields. Their tragedies served to provide freedom for many, and inspiration for Maia Ramnath, co-creator of the acrobatic-drama, TRENCHES. A Toledo-native, Ramnath is the founder and artistic director of The Constellation Moving Company, a New

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Students, Cara Swain (L) and Chloe Whiting-Stevenson (R), practice the art of aerial hooping.

York City-based troupe coming here to perform TRENCHES on Friday, July 29.

Bird’s Eye View Circus will accompany.

“I’m really thrilled to be performing here for the first time,” Ramnath says.

8pm Friday, July 29. $25/GA, $15/students & seniors. Collingwood Arts Center, 2413 Collingwood Blvd. For more information on the show and the Bird’s Eye View Circus, visit birdseyeviewcircus.com

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It’s Margarita Time!

Put on your dancing shoes While you don’t technically need a reason to dance, most people do well with a little encouragement. Let the Toledo Museum of Art’s Circle 2445 group coax you on to a very large dance floor for a National Dance Day Celebration on Saturday, July 30.

Bust a move across the Museum Terrace and grounds. Throughout the TMA campus, dancers will show off and teach new styles and techniques. 9am-noon, Saturday, July 30. The Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free

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For Billy S. The ol’ Bard is kind of a big deal. Shakespeare is the world’s most well known dramatists for a reason— his plays and poems were groundbreaking and prolific. He produced so much work that some (conspiracy theorists) have questioned the authenticity of his lengthy collection. Whether fact or farce, Billy S. has a well deserved legacy that the Michigan Shakespeare Festival has honored since 1995. Watch “As You Like It,” “Richard II” and “The Killer Angels” during the Festival’s stop in Canton, MI from July 29 - August 14. See performance times, dates and ticket information, online. The Village Theater at Cherry Hill, 50400 Cherry Hill Rd., Canton, MI. 734-394-5300. cantonvillagetheater.org, michiganshakespearefestival.com —AC

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Drink and Draw - Bring your own beer or wine

along with ideas and tools for a live model drawing session. Ages 21+ only. 7-10pm. $10. The Art Supply Depo, 29 S. St. Clair St. 419-720-6462. artsupplydepo.com Free

Wednesday, 8.3 Dave Wisniewski Frogtown Low Vision Artist Talk - In his nationally-recognized large scale oil

paintings, Wisniewski masterfully brings the West’s rough and tumble characters to life, despite being visually impaired. See his work and hear about his style, inspiration and technique during his guest talk presented by Frogtown Low Vision Support Group.

10am. Heatherdowns Library, 3265 Glanzman Rd. 419-259-5270. frogtownvision.org, davewisniewski.com

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Friday, 8.5 Red Bird Art Walk - Explore the creativity of Downtown Sylvania and wander through 27 businesses, art galleries, boutiques, restaurants and more. 5-9pm. Red Bird Arts District, Downtown Sylvania. 419-886-8381. redbirdarts.org Free Wall Flowers Exhibition - Fine art works in a new exhibit by Virginia Krets and Kati Leimola.

River Centre Gallery, 5679 Main St., 419-882-8949.

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Monday, 8.8 Coloring Pages and Crafts - Whether you want

to draw, paint, or experiment with crafts, just stop in and make some art. All supplies are provided and no registration is required. 6:30pm Monday, August 8. Way Public Library, 101 E. Indiana Ave., Perrysburg. 419-874-3135. waylibrary.info Free

Pastel Workshop - Experiment with pastels and learn how to create a beautiful landscape during this single session workshop. Please register in advance, space is limited. Noon-4pm. $45. The Art Supply Depo, 29 S. St. Clair St., 419-720-6462.

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Ongoing: Adam Grant: Art for Life - Solo paintings by the late Adam Grant, a Toledo artist and former Polish citizen, who used his art to survive and defy the Nazi genocide of the Holocaust; his later paintings are a testament to the power of art and life. At the newly re-opened 20 North Gallery. Through September 30. Noon-4pm, Wednesday-Saturday, and by appointment. 20 North Gallery & Venue, 18 N. St. Clair St., 419-241-2400.

20northgallery.com Free Graphic Realities - Print work by Janet Ballweg, Jean Gumpper, Yuji Hiratsuka, Karen Kunc and Art Werger. Through August 13. Hudson Gallery, 5645 N. Main St., Sylvania. 419-885-8381.

Hudsongallery.net Free Call for Artists: Third Annual Swanton Juried Fine art Exhibit & Sale - Nearly $4,000 in prizes

will be available, in nine adult and four youth categories, and three scholarships in the youth category. Exhibit to be held October 22-23. Submissions due August 12. Swantonareacoc.com

Jean Overmeyer: The Art of Quilting Exhibit Per-

rysburg resident Jean Overmeyer began making traditional bed quilts 25 years ago, and has slowly transitioned into free-motion quilting. See her beautiful and unique quilts through August 19. 8am-4:30pm, Monday-Friday. 8:00am to 4:30pm. Perrysburg Municipal Building, 201 W. Indiana Avenue, Perrysburg. info@mainart-ery.com Free

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Artist Spencer Tunick gathered 100 women to pose nude and hold mirrors, “reflecting the knowledge and wisdom of progressive women and the concept of ‘Mother Nature’ into and onto the convention center” in Cleveland outside the Republican National Convention. TCP’s Athena Cocoves undressed Tunick with an online article.

Go online to read the article and add your comments. A sampling of comments we received: “There was something about this installation of Tunick that did not sit well with me.

Thank you, Ms. Cocoves for putting words to my feeling!” -Amy B. “Tunick does naked as his art. If 100 women want to be part of his art, and risk

possible arrest, more power to them. However, I notice you express great concern as if the women in this photo were victims without talking to a single woman, whether she was there or simply seeking comment from someone female about the situation. That’s so typical; you guys duke it out about the perceived injustice toward us women without checking to see whether there’s a real injustice done.” -Sarah V. from Akron “’When we women get done getting things back in balance, we’ll call. Don’t expect dinner.’” This is the kind of rhetoric that harms the feminist cause.

Waving torches without knowing facts, and justifying the ignorance after the fact. When we women stop attacking each other, we’ll have a better chance at real change. Susan B. Anthony said this shit in the Victorian period. Nice writing, Athena. Thank you for putting food for thought out there for the thinkers.”

-Starmekitten

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From the ground up

There are a lot of reasons to create art, as creation gives us a part of the world we want. See artists’ responses to issues of water access, safety, power dynamics, institutional oppressive, the murder and incarceration of Black youth, the decay of urban infrastructure, and other topics during Re: Formation.

Presented by the Gallery Projected, the Ann Arbor-based curatorial duo that brought the Wish List exhibit to Toledo last August. Opening Reception 5-9pm, Friday, August 1. Through August 30. On view: Noon-6pm, Thursday; Noon-8pm, Friday-Saturday; Noon-5pm, Sunday. Lake Erie Building, 600 Jefferson Ave. thegalleryproject.com Free

Hit the mall

Want to see over 100 artists in one place? Art on the Mall returns for its 24th year. The University of Toledo Alumni Association’s Outdoor Juried Art Fair draws nearly 12,000 people annually to see some of our area’s best artists.

Enjoy pottery, jewelry, fine art, live music, vendors, food and fun during this highly anticipated day of creativity. 10am5pm Sunday, July 31. The University of Toledo, 2801 W. Bancroft St. 419-530-2586. utfoundation.org Free

Guiding light

For Jaume Plensa’s major exhibition, Human Landscape, seven of his large figurative sculptures are on the Toledo Museum of Art’s campus. Get a closer, illuminated look at these incredible works during the flash-lit Plensa at Twilight Tour. The docentled tour begins with drinks and conversations. Space is limited, so please reserve your spot in advance. 7-9pm Thursday, July 28 & Thursday, August 25. $20/non-members, $15/members.

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

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Rustbelt reclamation Homegrown documentary series looks at Toledo’s evolution

By Brittany Adams

Filmmaker Nick Corbin does not mince words when discussing his previous pessimism about his hometown: “I never really hung out in downtown Toledo. I kind of avoided it. When I was growing up, downtown was nothing— there was absolutely nothing there, it was just some place you didn’t go.”

But after a year and a half of filming and working on “Reclaiming Spaces,” a project commissioned by the Toledo Design Center, Corbin has transformed into an ambassador for downtown.

Adjusting the lens

“Reclaiming Spaces” is a documentary series created by Corbin and his creative partner Kim Sanchez. The first episode was shown at a local conference for the American Planning Association.

Corbin describes the initial idea for the project as somewhere between “a chamber of commerce video and a Michael Moore documentary,” landing closer to the Moore side of the spectrum.

The darker tone, that he expected to carry with him, dissolved once he actually went downtown and started talking to business owners and residents who are working hard to reinvent the area.

“About a month into filming, the people that I was meeting downtown changed my tone. It would have been a much darker documentary if not for the people themselves.”

From destruction, to construction, to Hensville— the many changes of downtown Toledo are explored in the documentary, “Reclaiming Spaces.”

Arms against apathy

“Reclaiming Spaces” highlights the excitement and growth of downtown Toledo in 24 minutes. Corbin explained that since filming began just over a year and a half ago, so many new businesses and projects have started that the footage regularly falls out of date.

Hesitant to become too excited, Corbin notes that previous attempts at a downtown Toledo renaissance have fallen flat. The new Mud Hens stadium downtown was originally hailed as a catalyst for development, crawled forward, until recently. One of the biggest obstacles to true, sustained urban revitalization is “the apathetic nature of rustbelt towns.” He says, “The difficult thing is getting people to care.

It’s very fragile downtown. It’s a small candle— not like a roaring fire, and we have to protect that flame.”

Filmed by Nick Corbin, the series tracks Toledo’s rust belt development.

Moving Forward

Since the first viewing of “Reclaiming Spaces” late last year, downtown development is moving steadily, but not always welcomed. The decision to allow Promedica to revamp the area around Promenade Park, for example, has met criticism. Corbin’s perspective is one of cautious optimism: “A lot of times corporate investment is spooky, but I think it’s going to be interesting to see how Promedica changes the landscape and the culture downtown.”

Three more episodes are planned in the “Reclaiming Spaces” series.

Episode two, focusing on Toledo’s arts and culture, is currently being filmed.

Corbin plans to also highlight residences and small businesses. The first episode will be screened free of charge.

7pm Wednesday, July 27. Way Public Library, 101 E. Indiana Ave., Perrysburg. reclaimingspacesfilm.com, waylibrary.info Free

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Carmen Miller says “Let’s Go” on TV One Local singer/songwriter contributes song to new cable TV show

by Jeff McGinnis

Photo courtesy Carmen Miller.

Sharp-eared Toledo viewers may have recognized a voice as they watched national cable channel TV One on July 3. Local singer/songwriter Carmen Miller’s song “Let’s Go” was used as backing music during the debut episode of the reality series “Bad Dad Rehab.”

“One of the things that I’ve always said I wanted to do, and it was on my vision board for last year, was to do music for films and television,” Miller says

Coming together quickly

Miller, who has recently been performing with local group The Overton Project as well as branching out into the production side of the business, said the deal that brought her song to the show came together surprisingly quickly.

Miller belongs to a networking group for talent called Artists Launch, run by manager and advisor Karen Marie Mason out of Atlanta. Mason, who works as a liaison with television and film production companies, contacted Miller about how the makers of “Bad Dad Rehab” wanted to use “Let’s Go,” a unique gospel/metal hybrid track.

“It’s a song about second chances and living for today, and not wasting your opportunity to live. Do what you were put here to do,” Miller says.

“It went on TV the same day I signed my releases. And it was crazy, because I’m sitting there watching, and I see the scenes with the clips of our music right there!”

Preparedness meets opportunity

“It was just a matter of being ready when the opportunity presented itself.

Because if she would have called me, and our music wasn’t licensed and taken care of, they would have moved on

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In addition to her song’s appearance on “Bad Dad Rehab,” one of Miller’s albums had recently charted in the Netherlands on iTunes. to the next person, and found something else to use,” Miller says. “Now, I can add that to my resume, having had music licensed for movies and television, and the next time it will be that much easier.”

Miller says those are the real benefits of this experience— beyond whatever financial compensation her song’s brief appearance may garner, more importantly, it means her name is out there. And so is “Let’s Go.” “The feeling is so crazy, to have [the song] shared with millions of people all over the country, wherever TV One is shown,” Miller says.

“That’s a piece of my art that people will be able to consume for all time, that has become something greater, because it’s attached to another work.”

For more information on Carmen Miller and her upcoming performances, visit carmenmillermusic.com or facebook.com/cariller

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Highlighted events indicates our picks for the week

wed, july 27 Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

Bar 145: Captain Sweet Shoes Frankies Inner City: Spence, You Are A Toy, Stereo Story, Cool Side of the Pillow Ottawa Tavern: Sunflower Bean, Bliss Nova, Shell

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

The Village Idiot: Andrew Ellis Treo Restaurant: Barile & May Ye Olde Cock N Bull: Danny Mettler Swig: Rick Caswell & Isaac Snyder Ye Olde Durty Bird: Ryan Roth Main Library: Brown Bag Concert Series Sodbuster Bar: Ragtime Rick & His Chefs of Dixieland Daffy’s: Deno

Thurs, july 28 Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

Ottawa Tavern: Wild Adriatic, Blue Walls Chuck’s On Monroe: Reggae Dave and Chuckie Wood

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

Ye Olde Cock N Bull: Captain Sweet Shoes Plate 21: The Fritz Byers Band The Blarney: Jeff Stewart Bar 145: Max Boyle Swig: Sarah Brosch Bronze Boar: Jason Hudson

Jazz, Blues, R&B

Dégagé Jazz Cafe: Al Ashby NINE: Bob Rex Quartet Ye Olde Durty Bird: Groove Plexus Toledo Botanical Garden: Jazz in the Garden Treo Restaurant: Tim Oehlers Levis Square: Travis Aukerman Trio

fri, july 29 Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

Ottawa Tavern: Dead Ahead Ohio Bier Stube: High Mileage Frankies Inner City: Secret Space wsg Mat Kerekes, Good Personalities, Equipment Pat & Dandy’s: Zodiac Click Hollywood Casino: Distant Cousinz

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

Majestic Oak Winery: Andrew Dean Ye Olde Cock N Bull: Barile and May followed by Sugar Pax Local Thyme Restaurant: Brad Burkhardt Bar 145: Chris Knopp followed by Cougar Hunter Angelo’s Northwood Villa: Dave Rybaczewski Fleetwood’s Tap Room: Estar Cohen & Friends, The Accidentals (tap room); Screams & Whispers (patio) Bronze Boar: Joe Woods Band Sunset Bistro: Johnny Rod The Village Idiot: Kentucky Chrome Rocky’s: Live Music Table Forty 4: The Lloyd Wredd Trio NINE Ballpark Patio: Steve Madewell NINE Patio: Dave Carpenter Chateau Tebeau Winery: Paul Unplugged Swig: Jordan Weiwendt Dorr St. Cafe: Lady K Treo Restaurant: Steve Kennedy & Friends

Jazz, Blues, R&B

Ye Olde Durty Bird: The Good, The Bad, & The Blues Dégagé Jazz Cafe: Ramona Collins Toledo Museum of Art: It’s Friday! With The Grape Smugglers

sat, july 30 Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

Centennial Terrace: 1964 The Tribute Ottawa Tavern: 80s Hair Metal Prom Frankies Inner City: For Nothing, Don’t Get Bored, Tear Off/Clean Up, Sick System, Splitt Second

Bronze Boar: Gin Bunny Realm: Hammer Horde w/ Morkast, Decapitus, and Mutilatred Hollywood Casino: Venyx

plus Grandmaster Melle Mel and Scorpio, EPMD, The Sugarhill Gang, Kurtis Blow and host Chief Rocker Busy Bee

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

Ye Olde Cock N Bull: Captain Sweet Shoes The Blarney: Rick Whited

Ottawa Park Amphitheater: Chris Shutters Majestic Oak Winery: Terry & Charlie The Village Idiot: Vandolah Chateau Tebeau Winery: Spitunes Ye Olde Durty Bird: Tony Salazar / The Reese Daily Band NINE: Ryan Dunlap (patio), Tony Salazar (ballpark patio) Hensville Park: Velvet Jones Fleetwood’s Tap Room: The Grape Smugglers + Stephen Simmons Duo

Jazz, Blues, R&B

Downtown Waterville: Lil’ Ed & The Blues Imperials, Johnny Rawls, The Good The Bad & The Blues Dégagé Jazz Cafe: Ramona Collins Downtown Toledo: Vistula Music Festival

sun, july 31 Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

Village Inn: Bobby May & Friends Jam Majestic Oak Winery: Jah Rule Village Idiot: Justin Townes Earle

Jazz, Blues, R&B

Ye Olde Cock N Bull: Genre Ties Open Jam Ye Olde Durty Bird: Straight Up followed by Kyle Smithers NINE: Tim Oehlers Fleetwood’s Tap Room: Soulful Sundays

Country & Bluegrass

The Roadhouse: Haywire Monroe County Fairgrounds: Frankie Ballard

Classical & Spiritual

Toledo Museum of Art: André Mehmari, Solo Piano— “Improvisation through the Ages”

mon, aug 1 Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic The Village Idiot: Frankie May & Associates Bier Stube: Open Jam Session

tues, aug 2 Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

Jazz, Blues, R&B

Dégagé Jazz Cafe: Hector Mendoza Toledo Botanical Garden: Jazz in the Garden Levis Square: Johnny Rodriguez

fri, aug 5 Ottawa Tavern: Cheap Girls, House Tours, Secondhand Love Cuffs, Timothy David Frankies Inner City: T. Smith Birthday Bash with Jomaa, Mary Jane Effect, 10/31, Ninja2chow

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

Ye Olde Cock N Bull: Barile and May followed by Eight Fifteens Pat & Dandy’s: Last Born Sons Chateau Tebeau Winery: Tony Robles

Jazz, Blues, R&B

Dégagé Jazz Cafe: Doug Horn Trio Toledo Museum of Art: It’s Friday! With Sarah D’Angelo, Glenn Tucker & Michael Palazzolo— Songs for the Earth

sat, aug 6 Centennial Terrace: Eddie & the Edsels M’Osteria: House Weekends w/ Ian Thomas Frankies Inner City: Love For Lyla Benefit Show with Blue Walls, Balance Bird, Two Sides Of Sanity, Inner Circle Avenue, Cryface The Toledo Zoo: Rock N’ Roar

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

South End Grille: EZ Pickens Pat & Dandy’s: The Fog Majestic Oak Winery: Retro Rhythm Kings Bronze Boar: Zodiac Click Chateau Tebeau Winery: Rick & Amber Ottawa Park Amphitheater: DeZire

Jazz, Blues, R&B

Dégagé Jazz Cafe: Damen Cook

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

Treo Restaurant: Acoustic Wednesdays The Village Idiot: Andrew Ellis Ye Olde Cock N Bull: Danny Mettler Main Library: Brown Bag Concert Series Daffy’s: Dive Bar Troubadour

Party like an animal Saturday, 8.6 / The Toledo Zoo

Join the summer’s hottest dance party with Yark Subaru’s Rock N’ Roar, presented by the Toledo Zoo. The summer outdoor concert will have three stages: the Black Swamp Rebels in the Picnic Pavilion playing modern country and dance, Sounds of Music DJ Jim Lieber on the Africa!

Overlook with top 40 dance hits, and Electrik Circus in the Nairobi Pavilion with a tribute to 80’s rock bands. Enjoy the music and the cash bars or grilling stations throughout the zoo for one crazy, fun-filled evening. Must be at least 21 years old, ID required. 7pm-Midnight. Saturday, August 6. $25/ members, $30/non-members. The Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way. 419-385-4040. toledozoo.org/rock-n-roar —KN

Strings for the end of summer Saturday, 8.6 / Ohio Theatre & Event Center

While bluegrass is a medley of Irish, Scottish, Welsh and English, the history of the American roots music contains strong jazz elements and Southern inspiration. Celebrate the melting pot that is bluegrass during JamGrass, an evening of musical celebration. Hear the strings of a variety of instruments fill the hall as area country blues and folk groups, ind’grass, Decent Folk and Minglewood Labo Camp take the stage. 7pm/doors, 8pm/show Saturday, August 6. Ohio Theatre & Event Center, 3114 Lagrange St. 419-255-8406. ohiotheatretoledo.org —MLR

Ohio Theatre: JamGrass

Village Inn: Bobby May & Friends Jam

The Roadhouse: Paragon

One of rock n’ roll’s most entertaining performers may no longer be with us, but David Bowie’s music lives on as the Bowie impersonator, David Brighton, brings his Bowiemania talents to Toledo for Space Oddity: A David Bowie Tribute. Brighton recreates highlights of the late British artist’s career with a set list that includes hit Bowie songs like Fame, China Girl and Let’s Dance, among others. 7pm Friday, July 29. $39-$70. The Valentine Theatre, 410 N. Superior St. valentinetheatre.com —MH

Country & Bluegrass

Jazz, Blues, R&B

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Friday, 7.29 / The Valentine Theatre

Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

A very Bowie evening

Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

The Village Idiot: Bobby May and Jon Barile Bronze Boar: Ryan Dunlap Delightful Art with Dee: Underdog One Seagate Courtyard: Summer Concert Series

Dégagé Jazz Cafe: Gene Parker Jazz Jam

sun, aug 7 Stranahan Theater: Sarah McLachlan

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

mon, aug 8

tues, aug 9

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

The Village Idiot: Frankie May and Associates Bier Stube: Open Jam Session Ottawa Park Amphitheater: Ottawa Park Summer Concert Series

Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

Maumee Branch Library: Music By the River One Seagate Courtyard: One SeaGate Summer Concert Series

Jazz, Blues, R&B

Jazz, Blues, R&B

Dégagé Jazz Cafe: Gene Parker Jazz Jam

Toledo Museum of Art: Jazz Brunch ft. All in the Family with Rick Wolkins, Ben Wolkins, and Dave Tippett Ye Olde Cock N Bull: Genre Ties Open Jam

Now Featuring the PUMA ROLL!

Jazz, Blues, R&B

South End Grille: Black Ice Band Wednesday Jams Dégagé Jazz Cafe: Gene Parker Jazz Jam

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thurs, aug 4 Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

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UT Savage Arena: The Art of Rap— Ice T, Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, Naughty by Nature LIKE US

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Wedding Resale - During this special one-day event, newlyweds can rent a booth and sell their used wedding items to future married couples. Visit Facebook event page for more information.

1:30-4pm. Ticket prices vary. Holiday Inn French Quarter, 10630 Fremont Pike., Perrysburg. perrysburgweddingresale.eventsbrite.com

From India with love

Sunday, 8.7 Centennial Terrace The aroma of authentic Indian spices blend with the sounds of Bollywood and colors of Asian-Indian culture during the Hindu Temple of Toledo’s annual Festival of India.

Celebrating its 27th year, 2016’s festival features the theme, “Flavors of India,� as all aspects of traditional Indian heritage are presented. Along with food vendors dishing out authentic recipes, the terrace will house artisan vendors selling jewelry and clothing— some will even create beautifully personalized works of henna. 11am8pm Sunday, August 7. Centennial Terrace, 5773 Centennial Rd., Sylvania. 419-843-4440. hindutempleoftoledo.org Free —MLR

Thursday, 8.4 [outdoors] Downtown Walking Tours - Discover Toledo this summer with a free onfoot expedition. Take a guidebook and tour Toledo with trained volunteers who have a love of Toledo. In this tour, you will learn about the history of the Immaculate Conception Church.

Tours are every Thursday. Noon-1pm.

Downtown Toledo, 401 Jefferson Ave. 419-259-5233. Free

Friday, 7.29 [miscellaneous] National Resale Annual Toledo Shopping Bus Tour - Take off work for a Friday of fun as you and your friends are chauffeured around the city.

The day will include mimosas, lunch, prize drawings and shopping coupons. Registration required.

9am-3pm. $40. Style 5:16 Consignment Boutique, 3142 Markway Rd. 419-214-0029. Visit Facebook event page for more information.

Hidden Gems: Westwinds - As the area’s newest metropark, Westwinds has the region’s first public archery range and 3D archery course, and is also home to the Flying Tigers remote control model aircraft club. During this event, try archery, meet Metroparks Rangers, enjoy food trucks and entertainment. 10am-noon. Westwinds Metropark, 9918 Geiser Rd. metroparkstoledo.com Free

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National Dance Day Celebration with Circle 2445 - Celebrate National Dance Day and learn this year’s featured dance with the Toledo Museum of Art. Explore different dance styles and locations across the Museum campus.

9am-5pm. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free

Friday, 8.5

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Monroe County Fair - Check out everything from great local artists, delicious fair food, youth and educational events, agriculture and grandstand entertainment. Through August 6. Monroe County Fairgrounds, 3775 S. Custer Rd., Monroe.

734-241-5775. monroecountyfair.com

[miscellaneous] A Midsummer’s Masquerade - This snazzy affair, designed to add flare to the middle of the summer features live musical entertainment, snack and two glasses of wine. Costumes are encouraged, make sure to wear a mask! 8:30pm. $10.

Delightful Art With Dee, 137 N. Michigan St. delightfulart.org

Glass City Unity Show - This local artist concert will feature some of the area’s best talent. The afternoon will also include food trucks and local vendors. 1pm. Ottawa Park Amphitheater, 2205 Kenwood Blvd. 419-245-2875. ottawapark.org Free

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Historic District Walking Tour - Enjoy a guided tour, sponsored by the Waterville Historical Society. There will be time for a tour of the 1838 Robbins House and the 1834 Sargent House (next door).

Museums will be open 9am-noon. 9am. Robbins House Museum, 114 S. River Rd., Waterville.

Author Event - Hear a reading from local author Dyrk Ashton, as he discusses his new riveting fantasy novel Paternus. A book signing to follow.

1pm. Gathering Volumes, 196 E. South Boundary.

567-336-6188. gatheringvolumes.com Free

[benefit] Planned Pethood Annual Rummage Sale Give your unwanted pet items to a good cause.

Planned Pethood needs pet supplies, furniture, toys, games, and more to raise money for the Humane Ohio for Planned Pethood to reduce pet overpopulation. 9am-5pm. Lucas County Fairgrounds, 1406 Key St., Maumee. 419-826-3499. plannedpethood.org Free

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River Bash - Celebrate summer during this annual party on the river. DJ Rob Sample will perform Friday night and Noisy Neighbors will perform on Saturday. The annual swim party will take place Saturday. Also on August 6. 8pm. $5-$10.

Maumee River Yacht Club, 2735 Broadway St.

Saturday, 8.6 [education] Ohio 1776 - The War of 1812 was the last in a line of wars for possession of the Great Lakes region. Discover another of these wars as we welcome Revolutionary War re-enactors to Fort Meigs. British and Americans will be encamped in the fort as you experience battles, musket and artillery demonstrations, and camp life demonstrations. Learn how the American Revolution led to the War of 1812 and the creation of Fort Meigs.

Also on Sunday. Fort Meigs, 29100 W. River Rd., Perrysburg. 419-874-4121. fortmeigs.org

Looking for a quick change of scenery?

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.

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

Monday, 8.1 The Ark

Shakespeare Unplugg’d

Enjoy a special evening that highlights the musical and improvised talents of the Michigan Shakespeare Festival company, who will sing, play music, dance, tell stories, and maybe even perform a little Shakespeare. 8pm. Donations appreciated.

316 S. Main St., Ann Arbor. 734-761-1800. theark.org, MichiganShakespeareFestival.com

Friday, 8.5-Sunday, 8.7 Jim Toy Community Center OUTfest & Pride Picnic 2016

The community comes together for three days of unity celebration with the mission of an inclusive community where people of diverse sexual orientation and gender identity are visible and live together in equality, respect and happiness. The weekend will feature movie screenings, food and drink, musical entertainment, spoken word and much more. Visit Facebook event page or website for a full list of events. A2outfest.com

Friday, 8.5 Joe Louis Arena Louis C.K.

Six-time Emmy Award winner Louis C.K.— one of the most honest and respected comedic voices of his generation, finding success in both television and film as well as the live stage.

8pm. Prices vary. 19 Steve Yzerman Dr., Detroit. olympiaentertainment.com

Saturday, 8.6 & Sunday, 8.7 Belle Isle Charivari Detroit

This two-day electronic music festival features the largest group of Detroit-based DJs ever assembled.

As a hub for electronic music, Detroit’s dance music community and history is full of diverse and talented creatives. Enjoy three stages of tunes and food from area vendors as you dance in celebration of summer and the togetherness of community. Noon-midnight. $25/advance, $55; free/ children and teenagers with a valid high school ID. 6925 E. Jefferson Ave., Detroit. charivaridetroit.com

Sunday, 8.7 Royal Oak Detroit Elks Lodge The Greater Detroit Guitar Show

A new event to the metro area, the show will feature dealers and collectors buying, selling, and trading vintage, new, and used musical instruments and accessories. Turn your unused gear into cash, or pick up a new favorite. 11am-5pm. $10/adults, free/children under 12. 2401 E. 4th St., Royal Oak. 517-270-3574 (Gary) or 248-571-4349 (Les).

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I always brag about Toledo’s Rosary Cathedral.

One of my favorite nights out in Toledo was a (2) Ladies Night Out at Birds Eye View Circus where we learned some eerial skills.

I go on the Maumee River, The Sandpiper, for the best view in Toledo.

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Christmas Eve at Rosary Cathedral is my favorite annual event.

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Medicine for the masses

Everyone deserves access to quality healthcare— regardless of insurance status. During Toledo’s Fourth Annual Universal Health Fair, the Toledo chapter of Universal Health Aid strives to provide essential health education through preventative wellness screenings. Attendees will have the opportunity to visit with medical specialists and they will be provided access to more than 20 preventative medical services, from dental cleanings to blood sugar and cardiology testing. This is the one-stop-shop for all wellness needs— head-to-toe. For those in need of follow-up care, local hospitals and organizations have partnered with Universal Health Aid to provide individualized care options for peace of mind.

9am-noon Saturday, July 30. Wayman Palmer YMCA, 2053 N. 14th St. 419-392-5147. uhatoledo. org, universalhealthaid.org Free

Clinic collaboration

With the intention of increasing healthcare access to a wider amount of people, Kroger’s The Little Clinic and the University of Toledo Physicians proudly announced a clinical collaboration.

Since opening in early 2015, The Little Clinic provides a wide selection of health services for all ages, beginning at 12 months of age. From vaccinations to physicals, board certified nurse practitioners and family practice medical specialists are on-hand, seven days a week, ready to diagnose, treat and/or write prescriptions for those looking for easy access to medical care. No appointment necessary. —MLR The Little Clinic locations are currently inside the following Toledo-area Kroger stores: 27386 Carronade Dr., Perrysburg 7059 Orchard Centre Dr., Holland 4925 Jackman Rd.

8am-8pm Monday–Friday, 8am-5pm Saturday, 9:30am-5pm Sunday. thelittleclinic.com, uthealth.utoledo.edu

health and wellness events Monday, 8.1

Popsicle + Poses - POP by anytime between 4:30-7:30pm for a sweet treat from Jacky’s Depot or join us for an anniversary celebration class from 6-7pm and get re-FRESH POP after class. Fresh Pops are all-natural ice pops, made with locally-sourced fruit and organic cane sugar made in Maumee. Reservations suggested.

4:30-7:30pm. Toledo Yoga, 4324 W. Central Ave. 419-531-0006. toledoyoga.com

Saturday, 8.6

Yoga on the Rooftop - Take in the stress relieving and calming effects of yoga while enjoying the peaceful scenery of the Main Library’s rooftop Civic Plaza.

9am. Main Library, 325 N. Michigan St. 419-259-5200. toledolibrary.org Free

2002 Silver Hyundai Elantra- Original owner, great runner, clean. 133k miles. Blue books for $3700 selling for only $3000. Call 419-309-3444 2002 Ford Taurus SESGood condition, many new parts with receipts available. Daily driver. 115k miles $3200 419-932-5311 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue- 3.5 liter V-6. Maroon/ Grey leathers 142k miles. Priced to go! $2650 419-309-3444

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Providing the music for parties, graduations, family reunions, and other events. For more info, e-mail me at DJMissT@gmx.com.

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1999 Plymouth Breeze, 4-door. New battery, starter, tires, brakes, spark plugs, & wires. Power windows and doors, working A/C. $2,300 or best offer.

419-698-0008 Honda Accord $900. Call 419-290-2040

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Now Auditioning serious rhythm guitar players. Original music. No big hot shot egos. Call ASAP 419297-2928 or 419-283-9235 find us on Myspace.com/Skeletoncrue, Facebook or Youtube!

50s & 60s band looking for a bass player with vocal capability.

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ARIES (March 21-April 19) The new moon

on the 2nd shines on your good health. Take time to eat properly and get some exercise. The week of the 8th your partner (business or personal) helps you tremendously.

chance. You may be a winner. Venus (your ruling planet) moves into your house of secrets on the 5th. Stay on your good behavior so you are not exposed.

SCORPIO (October 23-November 21) July

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) You start the month ahead financially. The new moon on the 2nd sends you out looking for bargains on porch furniture.

Venus moves into your 5th house on the 5th so your weekend is filled with fun and games.

was active for you and there is more of the same as summer winds down. The new moon on the 2nd shines on your career. The same day Mars moves into the place where you save or spend money. The choice is yours.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) If all went accord-

SAGITTARIUS (November 22-December 20) The key word for you this month is

ing to plan, you are spending a lot of time on the road, going from one happy place to another. Venus moves into your home on the 5th so you make some changes at home. You will entertain there.

CANCER

(June 21-July 22) The month

begins with a new moon in the sign of Leo. It aligns with Mars in Sagittarius. As much as you like to stay home, you will travel for long weekends and spend another week or two at the cottage or the beach.

LEO (July 23-August 22) Make a list of resolutions for the second when the new moon makes its annual visit to your sign. At the same time, Mars moves into your 5th house of fun and games. Venus will bring money to make your life so much easier. You are under a lucky star.

VIRGO (August 23-September 22) Your month begins on a happy note with activity from Mercury, Venus and Jupiter all in your sign. The new moon on the 2nd brings people from your past back into your life. On the 5th Venus (the love planet) moves in so be on the lookout.

LIBRA (September 23-October 22) On the

COMPLETION. You have so many irons in the fire, there isn’t any time to start anything new. The 2nd Mars (God of War) enters your sign so energy abounds. Your love life looks better on the 5th.

CAPRICORN (December 21-January 19)

August begins on a happy note as the new moon on the 2nd shines where you get money that is owed to you. At the same time, thanks to Mars, anyone who has been bothering you quiets down.

Take a “mini” vacation on the 6th and 7th.

AQUARIUS

(January 20-February 18)

August is a month of ups and downs but the good outweighs the bad. The new moon on the 2nd is in your 7th house so relationships flourish.

On the 5th Venus makes you think of financial planning. Get as much done as you can before the next full moon.

PISCES (February 19-March 20) The new moon on the 2nd shines on your good health and Mars lights up your need to work a little harder.

They work well together. A party on the 6th is fun and the week of the 8th is busy. Your love life keeps you busy day and night.

2nd the new moon shines in your 3rd house of running around. Go out to play and take a

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CELEBRITY LEO This is the “show business” sign and they enjoy being in the spotlightl They excel at public speaking. Examples are Barack Obama, Magic Johnson and golfer Jordan Spieth. Locally Kayla Strayer of Channel 24, and Dan Cummins of Channel 24 light candles.

THIS TIME IT’S PERSONAL Across 1. “Disgusting” 5. Cuban output?

8. Lite in calories 13. Amazon voice-activated assistants 15. Sheriff Arpaio 16. “Nixon in China,” e.g.

17. Texas grassy plain 18. Broadcast 19. Placemat puzzles 20. Ruling on whether it’s kosher to go back in time and kill your grandfather?

23. “Ask me in a bit” 24. Paradise of “On the Road” 25. Put two and two together 28. Sparkling wine name 30. Tenn. athlete 33. Almost boil 35. Ninth word of the Lord’s Prayer 36. Steel-enforcing bar in concrete 38. Watts of Hollywood 39. “Explain to me again about managing to sleep with all those yaks”?

42. Egg-shaped 43. Gospel singer Campbell 44. Finalize, as a contract 45. Least little bit 47. Sch. whose mascot is Sparky the Sun Devil 48. Isn’t quiet on the set 49. Bugler in the forest 50. Tazo stuff 52. ___-sci 54. Brangelina’s son’s abilities?

59. Bowl next to a toilet 62. Oft-shot down “Catch-22” pilot 63. Pot buried underground 64. Eco-community 65. Samosa veggie 66. Jung’s feminine side 67. High rolls 68. Show and tell item, sometimes 69. One whose opinions are better than yours Down 1. Reviewing website 2. James Franco’s alma mater 3. Volunteer’s job 4. Contra video game company 5. Trojan War warrior 6. Potter’s stuff 7. “___ what I think” 8. San Bernardino suburb

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22. Pumping stuff 25. Pneumonia medicine 26. Folk singer Iris 27. They may be picked up at the bar 28. Enjoying a staycation 29. Excavate 31. One of the woodwinds 32. Talk show host Ingraham 34. Great Leap Forward figure 36. Right field?

37. Scoring stats 40. Compete (for) 41. Some large bra sizes 46. “Ideas worth spreading” conference 48. Space race?

51. Take in, as a stray 53. Cajun veggie 54. Gag shared on social media 55. Gelato topping 56. It can show you your inner self 57. Vehicle with a bar, maybe 58. Union persona non grata 59. Small shot 60. Davis Love ___ 61. Publish personal information on the internet with malicious intent, and theme of this puzzle

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STYLE SENSE

Interview by: Monique Ward

11th annual Chicks Mix Garden Party Chicks for Charity held their annual fundraiser. This year, the group supported Mom’s House, a local nonprofit group that helps single parent homes in NW Ohio.

Gretchen DeBacker and Karen Reynolds

Christina Rodriguez and Nancy Nudo

Autumn Cormer, Jonelle Massey and Denise Baldwin-Davis

The Glass City Burger Battle Choosing Toledo’s best burger was tough, but Toledoans were up for the challenge.

Barr’s Public House came in as the victor.

Randie Walentowski and Kaitlin Jakubowski

Jasmine Codgell

Age: 24 Occupation: Special Education Teacher at Rogers High School & Soul Singer Few people wear clothing like a walking canvas but Jasmine Codgell is one of them. A teacher by day and a soul singer by night, Codgell’s outfits fluctuate with her mood-a bit of whatever inspires her at that moment. Her ability to put together creative ensembles is definitely a gift.

In five words, sum up your everyday style: Versatile, Funky, Eclectic, Emotional & Care-Free.

Why did you use the word “emotional” to describe your style? My style changes

everyday with my moods and the weather. If I am in a bad mood, I will wear a “Dad Hat” with the brim low over my face because I don’t want to be bothered. A good mood and I’ll pull out a colorful head wrap.

You wear you hair in really big afros and locs shaped as a crown with jewelry in it.

What made you chose those hairstyles and where do you get those pieces from? I love wearing my hair big! The bigger the better! It is captivating. I feel very powerful with my afro and my locs. The loc jewelry I make myself and it can be personalized to show creativity as well as character. It helps separate me from the crowd.

Where are some of you favorite spots to shop in the Glass City? I really like

shopping downtown at Handmade Toledo, I can find many different pieces, especially accessories. They add a hint of flavor to any outfit!

What color do you think complements you the most? Earth tones...Like tan, burnt Stephanie Kuck, Paige Kuck, Abby Born with Kayla and Mike Goetz

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orange, olive green, taupe, cream. Fall is my season, so I get inspiration from it.

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s ’ n w o t n w o D Saluting

G N U UNS S E O R HE Yusuf Lateef

“Your idea of community can expand just by looking at art. Toledo is an arts community. It’s a creative community.

It’s an entrepreneurial community. We have a common goal— to see Toledo in its best, true light,” says Yusuf Lateef, a local artist who has used his talents to impact his neighbors since high school.

Even if you don’t know his name, you’ve met Lateef through his wall-to-wall presence in our city. His works coat the sides of buildings, often done in collaboration— see Queen Nefertiti at Uptown Green, or Martin Luther King at the corner of Collingwood and Delaware, among others— in an effort to engage the public and affect a larger conversation.

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“Once I recognized that I am part of the community, and how much I benefit from it, I recognized the value that I can put back into it through my talents. Making art generates potential and new possibilities for growth,” he says. In addition to creating murals, Lateef also works with The Arts Commission’s program Young Artists at Work, and participated as an apprentice for the programs first year. Since then, he’s also served as a teacher’s assistant, a teacher, and co-founded the arts education group Radiant City Arts.

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