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Publisher/Editor in Chief Collette Jacobs (cjacobs@toledocitypaper.com)
A SAIL WITH FRIENDS ON LAKE ERIE. Co-publisher/ Chief Financial Officer
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DRIVING THE WRANGLER WITH THE TOP DOWN.
Chop Machine Cycles: Custom Harley Builds with Heart and Grit
By Melissa Lee
MARKETPLACE CHANGES
Angel 101 floral gift shop has a new owner, Deanna Siller. 101 Louisiana Ave, Perrysburg. shopangel101.com
Buffs Bowling Green, a new vintage store opened in Bowling Green. The business buys, sells and trades unique goods. 140 East Wooster Street Suite 4 ,BG. Buffs Bowling Green on Facebook.
Creative Salon Space celebrates their grand opening September 1. This brand new hair salon is a place for stylists and clients alike to feel creative, supportive and empowered.
Jamaican Spice, an authentic Jamaican food restaurant, 1504 W. Sylvania Ave. is launching ka food truck, Jamaican Spice on Wheels. jamaicanspicetoledo.com
The Noble Gent, a premier barbershop and men’s clothing store is open in Downtown Toledo. 114 S. Huron St. facebook.com/profile
Oak and Ivy Aesthetics, offering waxing, facials and in-person ASMR opened in Downtown Toledo. 236 10th St. oaknivyaesthetics.com/skin
Pure Med Spa of Chicago has opened a location in Maumee. The spa has
a trusted reputation and offers advanced treatment options including Botox, dermal fillers or laser skin rejuvenation. 5757 Monclova Rd # 10, Maumee. puremedicalspa.us
Roosters Wings is opening a second location in the greater Toledo area this fall. Enjoy wings, pizza, sandwiches, burgers and more. 1520 S Holland Sylvania Rd, Holland. roosterswings.com
Rumpus Room, a long-time local favorite bar, re-opened in August with owners John, Brenda and Breann Zachel. 2212 Consaul St. facebook.com
Toledo’s Share Winery, a new Toledo winery is open. Find their wine at retailers around the area. 23 N Huron St Ste A. toledosshare.com
The Wheelhouse, located at Oak Openings Metropark is now operated by Earnest Brew Works. Enjoy craft beers, coffee, food and merch at the park. 3520 Waterville Swanton Rd, Swanton. earnestbrewworks.com
CLOSED:
Shawn’s Irish Tavern in South Toledo has closed. The locations in Waterville and Sylvania remain open. shawnsirishtavern.com
THE COVER
always a good time on tap!
Steve Merangue
Founded in 1995, Maumee Bay Brewing Company (MBBC) occupies The Oliver House, a historic brick hotel built in 1859 by Major William Oliver. It was the first hotel in the United States to have a fireplace in every room and running water in every bathroom. It is also known to have been a place where Abraham Lincoln stayed during his presidency. By the early 1990s, the Oliver House had fallen into disrepair after decades as a rooming house, warehouse and showroom. In the mid-’90s Jim and Patricia Appold, purchased and restored the building. A significant accomplishments was reclaiming the long-discontinued Buckeye Lager—a Toledo original that had been owned by MillerCoors for many years. The Appold negotiated rights to recreate and modernize the recipe, bringing Buckeye Beer back to Toledo for Maumee Bay Brewing Company.
In late 2023, MBBC announced expansion into Central Ohio by opening its Shawnee Station Tap Room & Kitchen near Columbus, marking its first location outside Toledo. Today, Maumee Bay Brewing Company celebrates 30 years of brewing and is widely regarded as Toledo’s original craft brewery, blending tradition and innovation under one roof.
Maumee Bay Brewing Company, Toledo’s oldest craft brewery, is celebrating 30 years of brewing your favorite beers in our 15 BBL copper brewhouse on display in the main brewpub. Open daily, we offer a variety of in-house craft beer and cider to go along with delicious food choices. On the weekends, enjoy Brunch at the Brewery! Prefer the outdoors, grab a pint, and enjoy the patio. There is always something fun to experience at Maumee Bay Brewing Company! Cheers!
Here comes another BEER SEASON! (aren’t they all?)
The Toledo City Paper’s Annual Beer Guide is your go-to resource for discovering the best local breweries, pubs, and craft beers. Cheers!
Beer Guide Beer Guide
What’s hot and popular right now? Fall Beers...Oktoberfest, Ciders and Pumpkin Ales. However, Maumee Bay Glasshopper IPA is a hit all year round!
What’s the newest beer you recommend to try?
Saugatuck Blueberry Maple Stout... not exactly new, but a seasonal favorite.
What’s your current favorite? Elysian Night Owl Pumpkin Ale.
What’s hot and popular right now?
We have a few hot items this year. CutwatersHigh ABV (alcohol by volume) canned cocktails and Surfsides and Sun Cruisers Vodka based tea or lemonade cocktails with different fruit flavors. Think twisted teas but with vodka.
What’s the newest beer you recommend to try?
Clag Brewing Company.
They’re a brewery out of Sandusky that is receiving national acclaim. We’re the only store in Toledo with cans for retail sales because of the partnership we have built.
What’s your current favorite?
Clag Brewing Company. They’re a personal favorite and one of the best in Ohio as well as one of the top breweries in the country — in little, old Sandusky, Ohio.
What’s hot and popular right now?
Our Seltzer, “That’s So Fetch” has been flying off the shelves this year. The flavor rotates, currently it’s Grapefruit, Strawberry Lemonade and Watermelon Lemonade.
What’s the newest beer you recommend to try?
“Wild About Wheat”, American Wheat Ale. It’s a classic easy drinking beer you can only find
What’s your current favorite?
“Megaphone”, Irish Red Ale. It’s a good go to beer any time of year and for any occasion.
What’s
Inside the Five was named one of the top 10 US Hard Seltzer Brewers this year.
Our Mimosa Flights and Suncruisers. What’s the newest beer you recommend to try?
Great Lakes Midwest Mimosa Beer.
What’s your current favorite?
My personal favorites are Oktoberfest beers, especially Spaten.
Ed Beczynski Owner
What’s hot and popular right now with customers?
Guests in our taproom really enjoy our Italian Pilsner that we brewed as the official beer sponsor of the Italian Bowl!
What’s the newest beer you recommend to try?
Readers should absolutely come in and try our Triple IPA that we created to celebrate our 30th Anniversary!!
What’s your current favorite?
Asking to name a favorite beer is like asking to pick a favorite child! But, since I’m my parent’s favorite child I can confidently tell you, my favorite beer that we brew is FakeJuice, our year-round hazy IPA.
Adam Harrell Head Brewer Maumee Bay Brewing Co.
What’s hot and popular right now? Our sour Japanese rice lagers have been breaking our sales records. Vibrant and tart, but crisp and clean, they drink a little like a kombucha. We are almost out of our sour peach “Suminagashi”, and are getting ready to keg our newest flavor, a sour pear named “Ito Zogan.”
What’s the newest beer you recommend to try? Our latest beer release is a rehash of our original amber ale recipe, updated and rebranded —“Farrier” is a solidly mid-malty beer, with lots of flavor and low bitterness.
What’s your current favorite?
My current favorite is our summery “Rusalka,” an apricot honey kölsch. Fruity and refreshing, it is less sweet than a typical fruited beer, and I’m enjoying every last sip of summer while it’s still beautiful outside.
Arts to the 2025 GUIDE
Sept 5–14
Village Players
The Guy Who Didn’t Like Musicals is a horror-comedy about a mysterious “musical pandemic” sweeping a town—turning everyday life into song and dance, with darkly hilarious consequences. $25
Toledo’s 2025 arts season shines with music, theater, dance and visual arts. From Downtown stages to neighborhood galleries, our guide offers a sampling of our City’s creative spirit.
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Sept 12–21
Croswell Opera House Parade
tells the gripping true story of Leo and Lucille Frank in 1913 Georgia, confronting prejudice, justice and love in a turbulent era.
$26–$46
October 10 & 12
Valentine Theatre Oct 10 at 7:30pm, Oct 12 at 2pm Toledo Opera’s Carmen delivers Bizet’s fiery tale of love, jealousy, and betrayal with passionate performances and unforgettable music. $45–$140
Collingwood Arts Center
1pm
Art Mayhem showcases bold, eclectic visual works in a vibrant one-day celebration of creativity. $25
Sept. 12–21
The 10th Street Stage Toledo Rep presents Pippin, Stephen Schwartz’s award-winning tale of a prince’s search for meaning, blending circus spectacle, comedy and heartfelt discovery. $16.25–$29.25
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Sept 28
Toledo Center for Live Arts
4pm
Toledo Symphony celebrates Ravel’s 150th birthday with chamber music masterpieces including his String Quartet and Piano Trio. $40
Oct 10
Collingwood Arts Center
7pm
Haunted Collingwood invites guests to explore eerie local history and ghost stories in a chilling guided tour. $15–$30
Peristyle
8pm Trumpet legend Arturo Sandoval joins the Toledo Jazz Orchestra for an electrifying night of big band and
Oct 16–19
Toledo School for the Arts
Monty Python’s Spamalot parodies the King Arthur legend with absurd humor, outrageous songs and Monty Python’s signature silliness. $12–$22
Oct 17 & 18
Peristyle
8pm
Toledo Symphony launches its Masterworks Series with Ray Angry’s Black Athena ~ Power and Berlioz’s Symphonie Fantastique. $24–$70
8pm
24–Nov 2
Oct 24–Nov 2
Village Players
Clybourne Park explores race, community and change in one house over fifty years, blending drama and biting humor.
$20
Oct 24 & 25
The Valentine Theatre
Toledo Ballet
The Legend of Sleepy Hollow blends dance, music, and storytelling in a hauntingly beautiful adaptation.
Rocky Horror Show
Oct 26| MIDNIGHT
Collingwood Arts Center
Special midnight performance of for die-hard fans.
$15–$20
Oct 31–Nov 2
Maumee Indoor Theatre
ANNIE
warms hearts with its story of optimism, family and finding home, set to timeless Broadway hits.
$21
Nov 7–8
Peristyle
8pm
Toledo Symphony performs Mahler’s powerful Symphony No. 6, known as the “Tragic,” a monumental journey of emotion and scale.
$24–$70
Nov 7–16
Black Swamp Players
The Thin Place blurs the line between the living and the dead in a chilling, thought-provoking drama about connection and the unknown.
$20
Nov 8
Faithful Friends brings a playful, family-friendly twist to Shakespeare’s Two Gentlemen of Verona, with music, dance and audience participation.
$24–$29
Nov 15 | 8pm
Peristyle
Evil Woman: An ELO Tribute brings the symphonic rock of Electric Light Orchestra to life with lush strings, soaring melodies and fan-favorite hits. $36–$88
Nov 21–Dec 7
Croswell Opera House
Rodgers & Hammerstein’s
$26–$46
A modern twist with new characters, humor and magical moments for the whole family.
Nov 21–23
Village Players Witch reimagines a Jacobean drama with wit and darkness, as a devil bargains for souls in a small village.
Nov 22
8pm
Peristyle
Soprano Angela Meade joins the Toledo Symphony for Strauss’s Four Last Songs and Death and Transfiguration, alongside Wagner’s Tristan und Isolde excerpts. $24–$70
Toledo Museumof Art
Now thru November 30 | $10
Infinite Images: The Art of Algorithms explores how artists use code, systems and generative processes to create striking works—from early computer art to today’s digital visuals.
NovEMBER 30
Valentine Theatre
7:30pm
Saturday, Dec. 7 | 5–9 p.m.
BGSU Fine Arts Center & Wolfe Center for the Arts
Experience ArtsX: Rhythm & Resonance
at BGSU, a free celebration of music, dance, film, theater, visual art and interactive activities. Enjoy performances by Caña Flamenca, Mady Kouyate, Tumbao Bravo, and the BGSU Drumline. Explore exhibitions, workshops, rhythm stations and a Japanese tea ceremony throughout the Fine Arts and Wolfe Centers.
The Tina Turner Musical tells the inspiring story of the Queen of Rock ’n’ Roll, from humble beginnings to global stardom. $77–$127
CHOW LINE
Proud to be Booze Free
Kava Culture pours its way to sober success
By Steve Meringue
Somewhere in between the Korova Milkbar in “A Clockwork Orange” and ZMan’s swinging pad in “Beyond the Valley of the Dolls” lies Kava Culture at 4701 Talmadge Road. Located in The Anderson’s old retail store, there’s nary a drop of alcohol in this exquisitely designed taproom, rather they serve a variety of drinks based on kava, a Pacific island root designed to induce a sense of calm and serenity.
In an age where many are turning away from booze, Kava Culture offers a delicious, unique option for those longing for the social interaction of a neighborhood watering hole, but without an impairment of the senses or the health risks associated with alcohol.
A place in time
The 3500-square foot space is a fun, welcoming oasis, featuring comfortable couches, a pool table, a wide selection of board and card games and even a vintage Led Zeppelin pinball machine. Beyond the easy-going, chill environment are the drinks — the undeniable stars of the show. The varied menu can be a little daunting and confusing for the uninitiated, but the helpful kavatenders are eager to explain everything. The nucleus of the kava experience
periodically provides the patrons in the bar with a bowl of raw kava. As a “toast” everyone shouts “Bula!,” which in Fiji means “good life and good health.” In its raw form, kava tastes not unlike water mixed with clay; very earthy and slightly muddled.
The elixirs themselves come in a variety of flavors, from pear to lemon to watermelon and Kava Culture has a shot menu with at least two dozen other choices.
A sociable experience
Want to feel chilled out yet sociable?
Try the Orange Dream, a creamsicle-like drink that leaves a tingle on the tongue thanks to the kava root infusion. For those wanting to feel joyful and happy, there’s the Green Vein elixir, offered in delicious flavors like Tiki Apple. They also serve up hemp-based Delta-9 elixirs and kanna, which gives you an all-of-the-above feeling of bliss.
Behind this opportunity at hip sobriety are Kava Culture franchise owners Chris and Rachel Kaminski, who discovered the world of kava bars while vacationing in Florida, where kava is fairly well known. While in Cape Coral,
the couple ventured into a bar called Botanical Brewing, thinking it was a beer microbrewery. To their astonishment, it was an alcohol-free kava bar. Despite being devoted beer connoisseurs, they stayed a while, sampling the kava elixirs, which gave them all the satisfaction of beer, minus the negative side effects. They could drink all day and feel great, then drive without any of their senses being dulled by alcohol. It was a life-changing experience for the Ohio couple.
Getting into kava business
“My wife said ‘Hey let’s see if they’re doing franchises.’ I was about ready to retire anyway, so we paid for our franchise on December 31, 2022 and that got the ball rolling” explains Chris.
The Kaminskis set about bringing a Kava Culture franchise to Toledo. It
took a while to convert the space into a sober meeting and hangout place, but they pulled it off, opening Toledo’s first kava bar in February, 2025. The bar has its own unique Midwest spin, including several flat screen TVs to satisfy Toledoans’ appetite for sports viewing.
“In Florida, the kava bars don’t have a lot of TVs, so I had to explain to the CEO how Midwest audiences are different,” said Chris. With the Toledo Kava Culture location already a big hit, the couple plans to open an Ann Arbor location this fall. “Our drinks are a great alternative to alcohol, whether you’re in recovery or not,” said Chris. “We use all organic mixers and no processed ingredients. Kava gives you a great feeling but you can still get behind the wheel and drive.”
Experience Kava Culture, 4701 Talmadge Road, Suite 110. Daily 8 am - 2:30 am. kavaculture.com/toledo-ohio/
Owners, Rachel and Chris Kaminski
Comfortable seating in a chill spot at Toledo’s Kava Culture.
CATERING guide
POPPERS
Beer & Wine Tasting at Schedel Gardens
Sip, savor and stroll through stunning scenery during this relaxed evening of craft beer, fine wine and chef-prepared treats. The tasting on Thursday, September 11 features a yet-to-be-announced guest speaker. Arrive early to explore the lush gardens and the Blair Museum of Lithophanes—free
Saturday Happy Hour at Avestruz
Ostrich Town’s Avestruz offers a lively Saturday escape with happy hour from 5 to 8 pm, featuring drink specials and vibrant beats from DJ Key. Sip, savor and dance your way into the evening as this foodie spot blends great music, good company and an upbeat atmosphere to start your weekend right.
REAL REEL TO
Maumee Film Festival Returns Sept. 26–28
Three days of films, workshops and a 48-Hour Film Challenge at Maumee Indoor Theater.
By Melissa Lee
A festival with heart
If you’ve ever dreamed of seeing your name in lights—or even in the end credits—the Maumee Film Festival can be your stage. Now in its seventh year, this three-day cinematic celebration (Sept. 26–28) turns the historic Maumee Indoor Theater into a playground for storytellers, cinephiles and anyone who believes popcorn should be a separate food group.
“The personality of the Maumee Film Festival is about positive support for each other and a fun atmosphere to appreciate art,” explains Festival Director Sara Eiden. “We open our festival to all levels of work, from students to seasoned filmmakers. It’s less about competing and more about celebrating the creativity in our community.”
The Festival has been revived after a pandemic pause, filling a gap in the local arts scene where filmmakers could connect, share and be supported in a vibrant setting. The event has now grown and draws both local and national talent while maintaining its signature community-driven feel.
The 48-hour film frenzy
That spirit of inclusion is baked into the programming model. Alongside student and adult short films, the Festival brings back its adrenaline-pumping, 48Hour Film Challenge. Teams are given a prop, a random genre and one line of dialogue on Friday evening — and must turn in a fully edited film by Sunday at 6 p.m.
Genres have ranged from “Hallmark” to “Mockumentary” to “Western.” “It’s a little brutal and a lot exhilarating,” laughs Eiden. “You see teams running on no sleep, fueled by caffeine and pure creativity. But the results are always amazing.”
The Challenge provides a training ground for young filmmakers and a creative jolt for pros looking to shake things up. Past participants return year after year, drawn to the camaraderie and the thrill of making a screenable film from scratch in just two days.
NOTES FILM
Back-to-School 48 Hour Competition Films
Fast, fun and fiercely creative—BG Reel presents a screening of short films, made in just 48 hours, by local talent. Whether you’re one of the filmmakers or just love a good story, this energetic event offers a perfect break from the back-to-school grind. Expect surprises, laughs and plenty of big ideas packed into bite-sized films. September 18, 9–10 pm. Bowling Green State University, 1001 E Wooster St., Bowling Green.
What’s new for 2025
The 2025 Festival is loaded with fresh features: a nationally released film screening with a celebrity guest, morning networking coffees, professional headshot sessions and hands-on workshops woven through the weekend schedule.
Industry pros—from stunt coordinators to voice actors—will share their expertise during seven workshops and two roundtable discussions. There is even a live script read session where actors bring unproduced scripts to life, offering writers a chance to hear their words aloud, perhaps for the first time.
Economic & creative impact
Michael DeSanto, President of FilmToledo, notes that the Festival’s impact extends far beyond the theater doors. “Last year we had over 300 attendees. That’s hotel rooms, restaurant tables and shops getting a boost. A film festival can generate tens of thousands of dollars in local spending, but it also generates pride. People see their own landmarks, businesses and neighbors on the big screen—it’s inspiring.”
The Festival has also been a launchpad for careers. Several BGSU students who screened projects here recently landed production assistant jobs on the set of Superman in Cleveland. “That’s exactly the kind of pipeline we want to build,” remarks DeSanto.
Volunteers needed
While the festival is a feast for film lovers, it’s also a team sport. Volunteers are still needed for everything from ticket sales to set-up. Local businesses and families can sponsor events (starting at $50), buy t-shirts or simply attend and vote for the film they feel should win the Audience Choice Award. “This isn’t just a festival—it’s a family reunion for creatives,” says Eiden. “If you love stories, you’ll fit right in.”
The Maumee Film Festival runs September 26–28. Maumee Indoor Theater, 601 Conant St. Tickets and info visit filmfreeway.com/MaumeeFilmFestival or email eiden-sara@maumee.org.
The Last Class – Film Screening
Experience
The Last Class on Tuesday, September 23, at 7 pm at Cinemark Franklin Park 16 . This intimate documentary follows master educator and former Secretary of Labor Robert Reich as he teaches his final course, reflecting on decades of teaching, global change and widening economic inequalities. Filled with candid insights and emotion, the film is both a love letter to education and a call to action for the next generation.
Tickets at bit.ly/lastclass-toledo2025.
Film makers Spencer Tamitoles, Michael DeSanto (Festival program director and director of Film Toledo) and Bradley Tumasian.
ART MAYHEM! –
A Timed Painting Showdown
The Collingwood Arts Center presents ART MAYHEM!, a high-energy, two-part painting tournament where artists face off using only five brushes, five colors and five hours to create their best work—no outside supplies allowed. A People’s Choice will be chosen, while other works will enter dramatic head-to-head “face-offs” at Fringe Fest 2025, with one final piece named The Survivor. Artists compete for a $250 cash prize and the finalists’ work will be auctioned to support the Center. Sunday, September 14, 1 pm. Collingwood Arts Center, 2413 Collingwood Blvd. Artist fee: $25. Register at our.show/artmayhem
Artists, Artisans & Crafters at Roche de Boeuf Festival
ART TO HEART
Artomatic 419 – Toledo’s Beloved Art Festival Returns
A city favorite returns, transforming Downtown into a hub of art and performance.
By Leslie Shore
The annual Roche de Boeuf Festival returns to downtown Waterville on Saturday, Sept. 27, from 9 am to 5 pm, with a special spotlight on local art. Organized by the Anthony Wayne Area Arts Commission, the Rue des Artistes section on N. 2nd Street will feature 30 talented artists, artisans and crafters showcasing and selling their work. Known for its vibrant atmosphere and strong community support, this juried art area is a festival favorite with visitors and creatives alike.
BOOK NOTES
The Muddy Maumee Book and Art Festival
Celebrate creativity on the banks of the Maumee River at this vibrant festival featuring over 40 local authors and artists. Browse an eclectic mix of genres and styles, enjoy live music and grab a bite or a drink while taking in the riverside atmosphere. Presented by the Northwest Ohio Association of Local Authors, this annual event brings together storytellers, painters, poets and more for a oneof-a-kind cultural gathering in the heart of Toledo. Sept. 27-28. The Ribbon at Glass City Metropark, 1521 Front St. Eventbrite – NWOALA
Lauren Groff /Edward Shapiro Lecture
Bestselling author Lauren Groff will speak on Tuesday, September 9, from 7 to 8:30 pm at University Hall Doermann Theatre on the University of Toledo campus. Groff, author of The Monsters of Templeton, Arcadia, Fates and Furies, Matrix, and the short-story collections Delicate Edible Birds and Florida, will share insights on her writing craft and inspirations. This event is part of the Edward Shapiro Distinguished Lecture Series. Free parking available.
A favorite local art experience is back this year for its much-anticipated return, Artomatic 419. Presented by The Arts Commission, the multi-day event, set for September 19–21, will transform Downtown Toledo into a vibrant hub for creativity, collaboration and artistic discovery.
What to Expect at Artomatic 419
This exhibition offers artists and audiences a unique opportunity to explore the city’s creative landscape in fresh and engaging ways. More than 100 visual artists will showcase their work in vacant and underutilized buildings throughout Downtown Toledo, transforming overlooked spaces into vibrant cultural destinations. In addition to the visual arts, visitors can experience live performances on both main and small stages, featuring literary, film and other artistic expressions that highlight the city’s diverse talent.
Attendees can expect everything from large-scale installations and experimental projects to intimate performances of music, dance, spoken word and film.
“The Artomatic 419 model brings together artists to co-create and execute this unique festival experience that numerous Toledo artists credit with getting their artistic careers off the ground,” according to The Arts Commission.
History
of Artomatic 419
2006 - First Ever Artomatic 419
The first Artomatic 419 lit up 1719 Adams Street in September 2006. The showcase featured over 100 local visual artists and 40 local performing art groups. This inaugural event brought life to the 12,000 sq. ft of underutilized space, leading to the building being rented out within several months after seven years of vacancy.
2007 - Artomatic 419 Lite
In September 2007, The Arts Commission put together a smaller version of Artomatic 419!, called Artomatic 419 Lite. The event took place at Fort Industry Square in Downtown. Over the two day event, 150 local visual artists and 50 local performing groups transformed the 25,000 sq ft of under-leased commercial space.
2009 - Artomatic 419 Expands in the Arts Zone
The 2009 Artomatic 419 took place in the 25,000 sq. ft. of newly vacant space in Toledo’s Arts Zone/Warehouse District. Over 200 artists and performers participated in the event over three Saturdays.
2011 - Artomatic 419 Takes Over St. Clair Village
Artomatic 419! 2011 brought almost 400 visual and more than 150 literary and performance artists to participate in the three Saturday events that took place in the heart of St. Clair Village. Following the showcase, an official Artomatic 419! After Party took place at the nearby Event Center with local and regional artists and bands performing.
2013 - Biggest Artomatic 419 Yet
The 2013 Artomatic 419 took place near North Toledo/Vistula District inside two neighboring buildings. Over the three day event, 800 visual, literary and performing artists showcased their work and talents to the public, while also bringing more experiences for audience members, with expanded hands-on activity programming, artists on-site demonstrations, Artomatic 419! Cinematheque as well as docent-led tours of exhibitions.
2015 - Artomatic 419 Expands Across One Lake Erie Center
In April 2015, The Arts Commission hosted a five day Artomatic 419 on the three vacant floors of One Lake Erie Center. Over 400 visual artists presented works in group projects, while 175 visual artists presented solo works. 265 individual literary and performing artists also participated in the 2015 Artomatic 419, presenting works in all styles and genres of live music and DJ, theatre, dance, fashion, and performance art.
2024 - Artomatic 419 in the Momentum Festival
After nearly 9 years of hiatus, Artomatic 419 returned as part of the Momentum Festival. The exhibit took place in the Gardener Building, featuring 60 local artists’ work over the special three-day event.
Artomatic 419 takes place at the Erie Street Market Friday, September 19, 5-9pm, Saturday, September 20, 2pm-10pm and Sunday, September 21, 11am-3pm. For more information, visit theartscommission.org/events/artomatic-419.
Artomatic 419 showcases installations from large to small.
HEAR LISTEN
“So Wild a Place”
A Night of Conservation and Jazz with Djangophonique
The Black Swamp Conservancy invites supporters of nature and music alike to join a spellbinding evening at Market Hall, Glass City Metropark, for its much-anticipated annual fundraiser, So Wild a Place on October 25.
This favorite region-wide celebration honors northwest Ohio’s untamed landscapes—from woodlands to wetlands, rivers, and family farmlands—that define local character and inspire renewal. As the organization reminds us, “In wildness is the preservation of the world.”
What to Expect:
Vibrant atmosphere filled with local flavors, community camaraderie, and inspiring stories pulled from the region's natural heritage.
Live performance by Djangophonique, an award-winning ensemble led by guitarist Andrew Brown, known for their evocative Django Reinhardt–style jazz manouche. Their performance promises both nostalgic elegance and enthralling energy.
A chance to reconnect with conservation, appreciating how wild places fortify the human spirit and support ecosystems essential to clean water and biodiversity
There are multiple ways to participate in this event including In-person attendance with an immersive evening of live music, conversation and camaraderie. There are also Celebration kits available for those who can’t attend—delivering an event experience complete with Conservancy-branded items, local goods and a selection of music to set the mood.
Tickets are priced at $90 Early Bird (early bird pricing ends October 18) and $105 General Admission —so attendees are encouraged to reserve their spot promptly.
So Wild a Place is more than a fundraiser—it’s an opportunity to celebrate and preserve the wild beauty of northwest Ohio while enjoying a night of music, community and inspiration.
Djangophonique—Andrew Brown, Jorian Olk-Szost, Katie Smith and Nicholas Martin—headline So Wild a Place October 25.
METRO MUSIC
TUESDAYS
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Sessions: Live Jazz
Lucille’s Jazz Lounge
1447 N. Summit Street, Toledo, OH 43604
Every week Lucille’s Lounge brings an unforgettable live jazz experience led by legendary multi-instrumentalist Gene Parker and dynamic drummer Damen Cook, combining decades of musical talent. Guests can enjoy made-from-scratch tacos, a lively atmosphere, and world-class performances with a $5 music fee and a two-drink minimum.
Friday, Sept 5
Black Swamp Arts Festival
Downtown Bowling Green Main Street Bowling Green, OH 43402
The Black Swamp Arts Festival returns to Downtown Bowling Green, September 5–7, celebrating its 32nd year with over 150 artists, three stages of live music, hands-on youth activities and two juried art shows featuring both national and local talent. Ohio’s largest free music and arts festival offers something for everyone—art, music, food and unforgettable community experiences.
Sat, Sept 6
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Hollywood Casino
777 Hollywood Blvd, Toledo, OH 43605
Catch 2 Left Missing live at Hollywood
Casino Saturday, September 6, from 8–11
PM in the H-Lounge, delivering classic '50s hits with a modern twist on today’s favorites. VIP ticket purchase includes one 4-top viewing table for an unforgettable night of music and entertainment.
Sat, Sept 20
419 Music Fest
Homecoming Park
7807 Angola Rd, Holland, OH 43528
Join the Springfield Township Trustees for the 419 Music Fest at beautiful Homecoming Park in Holland, OH—featuring an all-day lineup of top local bands, great food trucks, cold drinks and free admission and parking thanks to generous sponsors. All proceeds benefit firefighter mental health and scholarship initiatives, so come out for an amazing day of music and community support!
THE BIG TO DO
THUR, Sep. 4
[talks & lectures]
Europe at a Crossroads: Why Diplomacy Can't Wait - Join an evening of conversation and learning as George Beebe, Director of Grand Strategy at the Quincy Institute and former CIA Russia Director, discusses the crucial role of diplomacy in achieving peace in Europe. 5-8pm. Law Center Auditorium, 1825 W. Rocket Dr. Free
[environmental causes, fundraisers]
Green Time in the 419 - Celebrate environmental progress at Keep Toledo/Lucas County Beautiful’s “Green Time in the 419” fundraiser, supporting vital environmental programs and community beautification efforts. $20. 5-8pm. Ostrich Towne, 999-937 Ostrich Lane. ktlcb.org/green-time [concerts]
Live at the Library with The Rebel Eves - The Rebel Eves, a Michigan-based trio of award-winning singer-songwriters Katie Pederson, Grace Theisenand Jilian Linklater, blend heartfelt storytelling, rich harmonies and inclusive, empowering performances that celebrate vulnerability, joy, and solidarity. 6:30pm. Main Library, 625 N. Michigan St. toledolibrary.org. Free
FRI, Sep. 5
[LGBTQIA+]
The 16th Annual TransOhio Trans & Ally Symposium: Community Care - Featuring 40+ workshops, community building, entertainment, food, and continuing education credits. Runs through Sunday, Sep. 7. Owens Community College, 30335 Oregon Rd., Perrysburg. transohio.org, @transohio [geology]
"Treasures Unearthed" Rock, Gem & Jewelry Show - Watch live jewelry-making demonstrations, browse exotic crystals and minerals, and shop rare, beautiful treasures from over 30 vendors. $5-$6. 10am-6pm. Also on Saturday, Sep. 5, 10am-6pm and Sunday, Sep. 6, 11am-5pm. Wood County Fairgrounds, 13800 W. Poe Rd., Bowling Green. rockyreader.com
[multicultural, festivals & fairs]
53rd Annual Greek-American Festival - Enjoy authentic Greek food, pastries, and dancing, explore the Greek boutique and cultural exhibits, tour the Byzantine Cathedral and attend free presentations. 11am-10pm. Also on Saturday, Sep. 6, 11am-10pm and Sunday, Sep. 7, noon-6pm. Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 740 Superior St. toledogreekfest.com
SAT, Sep. 6
[health & wellness]
Rooted in Wellness Expo - Featuring over 30 holistic health vendors and expert speakers covering topics from gut health and hormones to natural immunity, healing foods, and more, offering attendees hands-on opportunities to connect with wellness professionals. $75. Ward Pavilion - Wildwood Metropark, 4830 Central Ave. buchuvida.com
[home & garden]
Toledo Home Show - Featuring a wide selection of home improvement professionals in a fun, interactive setting. 10am. Also on Sunday, Sep. 7 at 10am. Glass City Center, 401 Jefferson Ave., ohiohomeshows-sg.com
[fashion & beauty]
Metamorphosis: Where Style Takes Flight - Metamorphosis: Where Style Takes Flight brings Toledo’s top designers to the runway for a bold night of fashion, music and community, beginning with The Cocoon pre-show mingle and local vendor showcase. Tickets are available on Eventbrite. $55.20. 6-9pm. The Ribbon at Glass City Metropark, 1521 Front St. wbts419. com
[football]
2025 Rockets Home Opener: "The Biggest Party in Toledo" - Toledo's home opener vs. Western Kentucky. $25-$75. 7pm. Glass Bowl Stadium, 1745 Stadium Dr. UTRockets.com/fbtix
[fundraisers, bars]
Adams x Monroe Beach House Benefit - Decades Bar Crawl invites participants to dress from their favorite era, 1960s–2010s, and enjoy stops between the Switchboard and Wesley’s Bar, with proceeds benefiting Beach House Family Shelter. $5. The Switchboard, 912 Monroe St., Wesley's Bar & Grill, 1201 Adams St. @TheSwitchboard419
SUN, Sep. 7
[markets & shopping, beer]
Thrift & Sip - Enjoy a day of second-hand treasures, local art, décor, food truck bites, MBBC brews, live music and family- and dog-friendly fun at this vibrant community market. 10am-3pm. Maumee Bay Brewing Co., 27 Broadway St. mbaybrew.com
[markets & shopping]
Finder Keepers - Shop 175+ vendors offering locally made goods, vintage finds, boutique fashion and home décor; plus boutique trucks, food trucks, and plenty of festive fun. $5-$15. Lucas County Fairgrounds, 1406 Key St., Maumee. finderskeepersvintagemarket.com
[book clubs]
September Silent Book Club - Bring any book to this laid-back meet-up where introverts and book lovers can read side-by-side with no pressure, homework or judgments. 2-4pm. The Casual Pint, 3550 Executive Pkwy. @Toledo Silent Book Club
THUR, Sep. 11
[outdoor concerts]
Music at the Museum - Enjoy a free concert on the east wing porch of the historic County Home with performances by Corduroy Road and Nikki D & The Sisters of Thunder, plus a beer garden, yard games and eats from The Tamale Guy, Jikoni Toledo and Icy Paw. 6-9pm. Wood County Museum, 13660 County Home Rd., Bowling Green. woodcountyhistory.org
SAT, Sep. 13
[LGBTQIA+]
The Collective ‘Family’ Reunion - Celebrating the impact of Black culture on the LGBTQIA+ community with live entertainment, food trucks, and a marketplace of unique vendors, open to all. Noon-7pm. Levis Square, Madison Ave. & St. Clair St. tqbcollective.org
[markets & shopping]
Tree City Market: Falling for Local - Enjoy a day of fall fun with over 125 local vendors, delicious food trucks and live music. 11am-4pm. Lourdes University, 6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania. @TreeCityMarket419
[festivals & fairs, multicultural]
2025 International Festival - The Annual Toledo Sister Cities International Festival brings global culture to life with music, dance, international cuisine and family-friendly activities in a vibrant, festive atmosphere. Erie Street Market, 201 S. Erie St., toledosci.org
[markets & shopping]
Ohio Vintage Fest 24 - Browse over 50 vendors offering vintage clothing and a variety of other retro treasures at this lively shopping event. $5-$10. Glass City Center, 401 Jefferson Ave. @ohiovintagefest
[live music, visual art]
2nd Annual Millbury Street Fair
Millbury comes alive Saturday, September 13, starting at 11am for the 2nd Annual Millbury Street Fair at the Millbury Firehall. Enjoy a day with local vendors, food, entertainment and family-friendly fun. Those interested in volunteering are encouraged to reach out and get involved in this growing neighborhood celebration. Millbury Firehall, 28410 Oak St., Millbury. For more information, visit 2nd Annual Milbury Street Fair! on Facebook.
PNC ZOOtoDO Presented by Lexus of Toledo
Experience the ultimate night out at The Toledo Zoo, Friday, September 19, 6:30 to 11:30 pm, at PNC’s ZOOtoDO. Enjoy an all-inclusive beverage package, 18 bars, live music across multiple stages and gourmet bites from the region’s top restaurants. Explore unique animal encounters including feeding lettuce to giraffes, stingray touch tanks and train rides around the Africa exhibit. The Premium Experience provides early access, priority parking, exclusive lounges, curated cocktails, entertainment and more. This 21+ event supports the Zoo’s mission and offers unforgettable fun under the stars. toledozoo.org/events/zootodo
Honey Fest 2025
Buzz over to the Oregon Rec Soccer Fields Saturday, September 20, from 10 am to 5 pm for Honey Fest, the sweetest celebration of all things honey! This buzzing event features contests, hands-on activities, local vendors and live music, all in partnership with the Maumee Valley Bee Keepers Association and Eastern Maumee Bay Chamber of Commerce. Perfect for families and honey lovers alike, Honey Fest promises a fun-filled day —come see it to bee-lieve it! Oregon Rec Soccer Fields, 5401 Starr Ext.,
JCH Forever Day - Celebrate the life and art of Jim Coleman Howes with live music, art displays, food, drinks, raffles and shared memories. Culture Clash Records, 912 Monroe St. @ CultureClashRecords
[civic benefit]
6th Annual Chalk the Walk - Honor International & Ohio’s Overdose Awareness Day with a public art memorial, free chalk art, family-friendly activities, naloxone training, food trucks and a remembrance ceremony. 3-7pm. Promenade Park, 400 Water St. @NOSS2655
[parties & reunions, art museums]
10th Annual Block Party “Around the World in Art and Culture” - Toledo Museum of Art hosts its annual Block Party featuring live performances, local food vendors, art demos and interactive activities for all ages. 3-8pm. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. toledomuseum.org/events
[festivals & fairs]
Flying Pig Arts Festival - Enjoy live music, tasty bites from food trucks and a vibrant arts & crafts bazaar. $3-$5. 4-10pm. Toledo School for the Arts, 333 14th St. ts4arts.org
SUN, Sep. 14
[LGBTQIA+, open mic]
Open Stage Night - Show off your skills or enjoy the acts at this open-stage talent showcase featuring drag, music, dance, comedy, burlesque, magic and more. 7pm. Georgjz419, 1205 Adams St. @GeorgjzToledo
[hiking]
Wildwood Nature at Night Hike - Explore the park after dark and discover nocturnal wildlife, stargaze and enjoy sensory activities that engage and surprise. Registration is required. $3. 8:30-9:30pm. Wildwood Preserve Metropark, 5100 W. Central Ave. metroparkstoledo.com
TUE, Sep. 16
[talks & lectures, beer]
Earnest Talks – Glass City Riverwalk - Learn about the Glass City Riverwalk’s progress and upcoming developments while enjoying a beer at Earnest Downtown Taproom in the Warehouse District. Earnest Brew Works Downtown, 25 S. St. Clair St. earnestbrewworks.com
Sip Sip Hooray! Harvest Wine Fest
Celebrate the flavors of fall at The Toledo Zoo’s exclusive Sip Sip Hooray! Harvest Wine Fest on Friday, September 26 from 6 to 9 pm. Guests at this intimate, limited-attendance event can stroll the Zoo grounds while sampling 15 wines, enjoying live entertainment and previewing festive harvest displays. Tickets include a souvenir wine glass and a champagne toast, light snacks and complimentary parking. Seating is limited. Guests must be 21+ with ID. Rain or shine, this is a perfect night for wine lovers to raise a glass in style. Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way. toledozoo.org/events/wine-fest
Toledo Fringe Fest 2025
Dive into a world of art, weirdnessand pure creativity at Toledo Fringe Fest, Saturday, September 27, starting at 5 pm. Hosted at the iconic Collingwood Arts Center, this festival celebrates the unconventional with theater, burlesque, art installations, music and spoken word performances. Expect an unforgettable evening packed with innovative and boundary-pushing acts that embrace the strange and wonderful. This 18+ event offers a unique cultural experience for adventurous art lovers. Collingwood Arts Center, 2413 Collingwood Blvd. $5 in advance, $10 at the door. our.show/toledofringefest
FRI, Sep. 17
[tarot]
Tarot Tea Party - Attend a group intuitive reading with discussion and tea. 6-7:30pm. Ordinary Pioneer, 6901 Providence St., Whitehouse. ordinarypioneer.com
SAT, Sep. 20
[running, fundraising]
Heal Together Race for Sickle Cell 5K - Join the Sickle Cell Awareness 5K to support families affected by the disease, whether you run, walk, sponsor or cheer from the sidelines. 8am-noon. Ottawa Park, Ottawa Pkwy. scottcenteroh.org/ upcoming-events
[markets & shopping]
2025 Old West End Autumn Market - Enjoy a day of vendors, food trucks, garage sales and live music. 10am-5pm. Agnes Reynolds Jackson Arboretum, 2501 Robinwood Ave. toledooldwestend.com/events
[plant sales]
Toledo Fall Plant Festival - Browse rare plants, flowering baskets, art, crafts and plant accessories while enjoying food trucks, live music by DJ Molekule, and more. 10am. Whiteford Greenhouse, 4554 Whiteford Rd. @whitefordgh
[festivals & fairs]
23rd Annual International Festival - Experience Ohio’s vibrant International Festival featuring 22+ cultures, over 100 foods, a multicultural bazaar, kids’ activities and guided tours. 11am-7pm. Also on Sunday, Sep. 21, noon-6pm. Islamic Center of Greater Toledo, 25877 Scheider Rd., Perrysburg. icgt.org/ internationalfestival
[festivals & fairs]
Honey Fest 2025 - Honey Fest returns with contests, activities, local vendors and live music. Oregon Rec Soccer Fields, 5401 Starr Ext, Oregon. @CityofOregon
[markets & shopping]
The Village @ Night - Enjoy live music, food trucks, local drinks and dozens of top vendors at this community event. 4-9pm. Heritage Sylvania, 5717 Main St., Sylvania. @TreeCityMarket419
SUN, Sep. 21
[Oktoberfest]
Oktoberfest at Maumee Bay Brewing Co. - Celebrate Oktoberfest with live music, traditional German dancing, festive brews, and classic bites. 1-8pm. Maumee Bay Brewing Co., 27 Broadway St. mbaybrew.com
MON, Sep. 22
[markets & shopping, drinks]
2nd Annual Spooky Market - A spooky Sip & Shop featuring 19 local vendors with Halloween décor, unique gifts and specialty cocktails for fans of all things macabre. $1. 6:30-9:30pm. Flip the Table, 3136 Central Ave. flipthetabletoledo.com
[parties, books]
Alchemised Midnight Release Party - Celebrate the midnight release of ALCHEMISED by SenLinYu with fellow readers, enjoying raffles, trivia, games and more! 11pm. Gathering Volumes, 196 E. South Boundary St., Perrysburg. gatheringvolumes.com
TUE, Sep. 23
[health & wellness]
Ignite Your Passion for Wellness Expo - Celebrate natural health and wellness with inspiring speakers, hands-on demonstrations, curated vendors and more. $75. Birchwood Meadow Barn & Event Venue, 10 Turtle Creek Circle, Swanton. igniteyourpas sionforwellness.com
[opera, film]
Romantic September - Enjoy an evening with the Toledo Opera followed by a screening of Moonstruck. Ticketed. $20. Olander Park - Nederhouser Community Hall, 6390 Sylvania Ave., Sylvania. starlitetheatergroup.org
[film]
The Last Class - The Last Class offers an intimate look at master educator Robert Reich as he teaches his final course. 7pm. Cinemark Franklin Park, 5001 Monroe St. humanistswle.org
THUR, Sep. 25
[fundraisers, cats]
Peaches Birthday Paw-ty! - Celebrate Peaches’ birthday at the Wood County Museum with cake, cookies, punch, cotton candy and kitty food drive with donations benefiting Peaches and For the Love of Cats. RSVP requested. 4-7pm. Wood County Museum, 13660 County Home Rd., Bowling Green. woodcountyhistory.org
[talks & lectures, Oktoberfest]
Pint Talk - Neil Reid PhD - Oktoberfest Beers - Enjoy local expert Neil Reid discussing Oktoberfest beer culture, with Marzen “Stahlkappenstiefel” samples, in a TEDx-style talk over drinks. 7pm. Quenched & Tempered Brewing Co. Taproom, 1210 Jackson St. @QuenchedandTempered
FRI, Sep. 26
[film]
Maumee Film Festival - This year’s Festival offers a full lineup of film screenings, networking opportunities, hands-on workshops, and more for creators and film enthusiasts alike. $20-$80. 5pm. Also on Saturday, Sep. 27 and Sunday, Sep. 28 at 9:30am. Maumee Indoor Theater, 601 Conant St., Maumee. maumeeindoor.com
WED, Sep. 24
[trivia games, parks & gardens]
Trivia Night: Wildwood 50th Anniversary EditionCelebrate Wildwood’s 50th Anniversary with two rounds of trivia at the Manor House, testing your knowledge of Wildwood and the Stranahans. Registration is required. $3. 6-7:30pm. Wildwood Preserve Metropark, 5100 W. Central Ave. metroparkstoledo.com
SAT, Sep. 27
[environmental causes]
29th Annual Clean Your Streams Day - Volunteers of all ages are invited to join Clean Your Streams for a morning watershed cleanup across Northwest Ohio, followed by a free appreciation picnic with food, t-shirts, raffles and prizes. 8:30am-2:30pm. Northwest Ohio Waterways. partnersforcleanstreams.org
[football, parades]
University of Toledo Homecoming - The University of Toledo celebrates Homecoming with the annual parade and a Rockets football showdown against the Akron Zips. 10am. University of Toledo, 2801 W. Bancroft St. utoledo.edu/homecoming [literary arts]
The Muddy Maumee Book and Art Festival - A two day event showcasing and celebrating area artists and authors. 10am-6pm. Also on Sunday, Sep. 28, 11am-5pm. Glass City Metropark, 1505 Front St. themuddymaumeefestival.com
APPLE BUTTER Festival
[festivals & fairs]
Hispanic Heritage Festival - Gibsonburg’s Hispanic Heritage Festival brings the community together with authentic food, music, dance and family-friendly activities celebrating Latino culture. 1pm. $10-$15. Williams Park, 410 E. Stone St., Gibsonburg. @LaFamiliaManchaEnt
[performing arts]
Toledo Fringe Fest 2025 - Toledo Fringe Fest takes over the Collingwood Arts Center with an eclectic mix of theater, burlesque, music, spoken word and more in a one-of-a-kind 18+ celebration of the unconventional. $5-$10. 5pm. Collingwood Arts Center, 2413 Collingwood Blvd. @CollingwoodArtsCenter
SUN, Sep.28
[bridal]
Ohio Bridal & Wedding Expo - The Bridal Expo brings together top wedding professionals, fashion shows, live DJ demos and exciting giveaways to help couples plan their perfect day. 1:30-5pm. Glass City Center, 401 Jefferson Ave. bridalshowsoh-sg.com
[Oktoberfest, choral]
whateverandeveramen Presents: Oktoberfest - whateverandeveramen. hosts its annual Oktoberfest celebration at Earnest Brew Works in Downtown Toledo with a lively evening of German a cappella songs, drinking traditions and festive cheer. $20. 6pm. Earnest Brew Works Downtown, 25 S. Saint Clair St. whateverchoir.org
[road biking]
Zoom Glow Roll - An 8.2-mile glow bike ride kicks off at the Toledo Zoo, followed by behind-the-scenes access, live music, food and drink specials and a preview of Harvest Fest’s pumpkin displays. $18-$35. The Toledo Zoo, 2700 Broadway St. toledozoo.org
SOCIAL STUDIES
photos by Christine Senack
Toes in the sand for a great cause!
Toledo’s annual Barefoot at the Beach fundraiser was a perfect summer evening celebrating our community’s incredible generosity in support of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Toledo.
Michelle Williams & Melissa Cater
Matt & Amber Puhl, Liz & Dave Higgins, Mary & Eric Gies
Eric & Angela Linehan, Sheila & Dave Beck, with Bridgette Fisher and Cody Tredway
Sandra Grunberg and Diane Brunner
Celina Cums and Christopher Karavas Mariah Peake and Scott Gerling
SPEAK THE STARS CROSS WORD
by Janet Amid
VIRGO ( AUGUST 23-SEPTEMBER 22) – This is a life-reset cycle for you, as in opposition to your own sign, the Pisces eclipse may bring closure or resolution in a key relationship, while the Virgo eclipse on Sept 21 is a personal rebirth — new image, new chapter, it’s up to you. Saturn retrograde tests partnerships and long-term agreements. Truth or dare. It’s up to you to meet the challenges ahead.
Aries (March 20-April 19) This month, solar and Lunar eclipse activates your health and sense of responsibility. Time to reset routines, diet, and mental wellness. Work matters intensify—expect clarity about your role or purpose. Saturn’s return to Pisces urges spiritual grounding. Trust your inner compass.
Taurus (April 20-May 20) Friendships, networks, and long-term dreams come into sharp focus. This month’s Full Moon Pisces eclipse could bring resolution/closure with friendships, or will open you up to new connections, as emotions awaken, while on the flipside the Virgo New Moon eclipse sparks new romance or creative ventures. Saturn retrograde in Pisces triggers your subconscious.
Gemini (May 21-June 20) Career, public image, and home life are in the spotlight. The Pisces Full Moon eclipse, along with Saturn retrograde could shift your professional path, alerting you to venture out, or ask the necessary questions, while the Virgo New moon eclipse brings a reset to your personal life or living space. Neptune retrograde in your sign clears mental fog — truth over illusion.
NO SKIPS
Brendan Emmett Quigley
Across
Go up and down 4. Meal with leftovers, likely
Memo phrase
Ace Wilson
Author Huxley 16. Still life fruit
Smelly bad habit? 19. Hoka rival
“That’s a ___!”
21. Canada’s capital?
23. Sinusitis MD
24. Draw a conclusion at Studio 54?
29. Button on a Square reader
32. Actress Mindy
33. Plane-talking agcy.
34. Bars for tars
36. FDR’s dog
38. Feel the ___
40. Team leader whose time expires every 60 minutes?
44. “The Lion King” character who sings “Shadowland”
45. Initial advice for busybodies
46. Back side 47. Corn holder 48. Mining finds 50. ___ Jazz Masters Fellows
51. Below ground playground piece?
56. Reef wriggler
57. Sunlit period
58. Raised to the third power
62. Out of town
64. What pianist Amos’s kids’ kids call her?
68. Fashioned
69. “That was nasty!”
70. Streaming devices
71. Right away
72. Go through
73. Hurricane’s center
Down
1. Fishhook feature
2. City east of Santa Barbara
3. Collision sound
4. Writing that repurposes established characters
5. Chess rating letters
6. Rightly or wrongly: Abbr.
7. ___-disant
8. Stanley of the “Hunger Games” movies
9. Bitter brew
10. Swearing-off phrase
11. Wilson of “The Office”
12. Muse depicted wearing a wreath of myrtle
15. Visible
18. Tease gently
22. Blunder bigtime
25. Sectional alternative
26. Bracelet ornament
27. Classic doo wop song by The Platters
28. Alien invasion target
29. “Frankly,” in texts
30. The paleo diet is high in it
31. Drink under an umbrella
35. Result to unethical tactics
37. Squirreled-away item?
39. Der Spiegel article
41. Foaming at the mouth?
42. Still sleeping
43. Confidentiality contract, briefly
49. It’s not here for very long
51. Bursting at the ___
52. Inexperienced with
53. Bothers incessantly
54. Greek sandwiches
55. Play with robots?
59. Quick snack
60. Green thinking?
61. Handful of pills
63. Even so
65. Hearing aid?
66. Called yesterday
67. Treat hides
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Cancer (June 21-July 20) September brings expansive thinking and changes in your worldview of life. The Pisces eclipse, along with Saturn now in retrograde, could complete a self understanding cycle or travel-related chapter, urging responsibility in education, legal matters, or personal belief systems. The Virgo eclipse inspires a new communication style or study.
Leo - (July 21-August 22) Financial transformation is on the table. The Pisces eclipse reveals truths about shared resources or debts, pushing you to face emotional or financial boundaries, while the Virgo eclipse marks a fresh start in personal income or value systems. This can be an intense month. Be aware of spending, while paying better attention to details.
Libra (September 23-October 22) Health, work, and spiritual balance are key this month. The Pisces eclipse pushes you to release unhealthy patterns, allowing you to review work-life boundaries and wellness habits and/or starting a new regimen while the Virgo eclipse boosts your inner peace and spiritual discipline, tacking your subconscious thoughts. Clearing the air.
Scorpio (October 23-November 21) Matters of the heart, creativity, and group connections shift, as the Pisces Full Moon eclipse ignites emotions. This could trigger the end or the beginning of a chapter in romance or creative endeavors, while Saturn retrograde resets your approach to dating, and self-expression. And the Virgo New Moon eclipse launches new social connections, opening yet another door.
Sagittarius (Nov 22-Dec 20) Career and home dynamics shift dramatically. The Pisces Full Moon eclipse could end or evolve a living situation, while the Virgo eclipse brings a professional new beginning, expanding your outlook. Saturn retrograde asks you to strengthen emotional foundations and family responsibilities.
Capricorn (Dec 21 - Jan 19) September highlights communication, travel, and big-picture thinking. The Pisces eclipse could conclude an important conversation or project, while the Virgo eclipse inspires a new adventure or learning path. Saturn retrograde slows and structures your thought process. This can be a strong, conducive month for you.
AQUARIUS - (Jan 20 - Feb 18) A strong month for emotions and sentiment as you find yourself feeling overwhelmed by what is expected of you. A good period to reconnect and stay connected. Also, with Saturn in retrograde in your money house, you may feel more cautious, though keeping an eye open is key. Nonetheless, this is your month to be the best you can be, while trying desperately in keeping with your own pace.
PISCES (Feb 19 - March 19) Both eclipses hit you directly. The Sept 7 full moon eclipse in Pisces may feel like the closing of a deeply personal chapter. The Virgo eclipse on Sept 21 sparks a new outlook where relationships are concerned. Saturn retrograde in your sign asks for patience, and self-awareness, This can be a highly charged month for you. Awareness is key.
Janet Amid is a well known media personality featured regularly on both radio and television. You can catch her live on air Monday mornings, from 8:10 AM until 8:45 AM on 93.5 FM, sharing her astrology and life guidance. Janet is also a respected columnist and offers in-office or phone consults. To schedule an appointment call or text 419-882-5510 or email Janet at JanetAmid@aol.com
GET HEALTHY
LGBTQ+ Wellness Group
– September Date
Meet new friends and build wellness skills at the LGBTQ+ Wellness Group on Thursday, September 11, from 6:30 to 8 pm at Harbor in Toledo. This welcoming, monthly gathering offers a mix of activities—from yoga and interview tips to terrarium building and potlucks—designed to support health and community connection. Open to all who want to relax, learn and grow in a fun, supportive space. Harbor, 4334 Secor Rd harbor.org/lgbtq-wellness-connection
Ignite Your Passion for Wellness Expo
Explore natural health and wellness at the Ignite Your Passion for Wellness Expo on Tuesday, September 23, from 4-8 pm at Birchwood Meadow Event Venue, 10 Turtle Creek Circle, Swanton, with an afterparty from 8-9 pm. Enjoy inspiring speakers, hands-on demonstrations, wellness vendors, healthy food and swag bags. $75. igniteyourpassionforwellness.com
Rooted in Wellness Expo
Reiki Level 1 Training
Gain self-healing skills with Reiki Level 1 certification on September 13 & 20, 10 am–2 pm at Ordinary Pioneer, 6901 Providence St, Whitehouse. Learn energy work, the 5 Reiki precepts, and hands-on techniques. Bring a notebook, writing utensil and a special object. Facilitated by Reiki Master Paul Narus. Registration closes September 6. ordinarypioneer@gmail.com or 567-246-9229.
Explore holistic health at the Rooted in Wellness Expo, Saturday, September 6, 9 am–4:30 pm at Ward Pavilion, Wildwood Metropark, 4830 Central Ave.Learn from expert speakers on topics like gut health, hormones, fascia release, metabolism, immunity and healing foods. With over 30 vendors, hands-on demonstrations and a nourishing lunch, this immersive event offers inspiration, guidance and practical tools for a healthier lifestyle. Tickets: $75. buchuvida.com/new-events
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