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Where is Residential Regionalism?

There is a great deal of conversation about Regionalism in government, is it not time for Residential Regionalism?

To eliminate the reciprocity agreement would be very harmful to Toledo. It would be a determining factor to those who may want to live in Toledo even though they work outside our city. In all the comments about the residents who work outside To-ledo, nothing is said about the thousands who work in Toledo but live outside the city. Their payroll taxes are paid to the place of employment not the place of residency.

Have we reached a point in this region that the place of employment will dictate the place of residency? Where is Residen-tial Regionalism?

Additionally, there was the option of adding 1/4 percent temporary increase to the income tax for voter approval, or take the option to end reciprocity. Once again the choice is taxation through the stroke of the pen, rather than taxation through the stroke of the vote.

Karen ShanahanToledo

Danke Schon!I would like to thank the readers of

the Toledo City Paper for again voting the German-American Festival the “Best Neighborhood/Ethnic Festival” for the last twelve out of thirteen years. Our or-ganizing committee and members of the German and Swiss community work hard year around to offer the best food, enter-tainment and hospitality of any Festival. In German, the term is “Gemütlichkeit!” We would appreciate hearing your sugges-tions to make your experience that much better at: [email protected].

We look forward to welcoming you to Oak Shade Grove during the weekend of August 27, 28, and 29 for our 45th Annual Festival. We say: “Danke Schön!” Thank You for your support!

Timothy PecsenyeChairman

PS: The German and Swiss Societies that sponsor the Festival are always looking for fresh blood, including singers and dancers. Please visit www.gafsociety.org to learn about our organizations and their activities – all of which are open to the public!

March 3 -March 16, 2010Vol. 10 • Issue 16

Adams Street Publishing Co.We don’t like to admit it, but when it comes to music, we don’t always have the best of taste.

Here are our “guilty pleasure” songs and artists — those we hate to admit how much we love.

Publisher/Editor in ChiefCollette Jacobs ([email protected]) DOLLY PARTON

Co-publisher/Chief Financial OfficerMark I. Jacobs ([email protected])UNCHAINED MELODY BY THE RIGHTEOUS BROTHERS (AND YES, I CAN HIT THE HIGH NOTE!)

EditorialAssignment Editor: Gina Sares ([email protected])KELLY CLARKSON, THE ORIGINAL AMERICAN IDOLA&E/Metro Music Coordinator: Emily Rippe ([email protected])KATY PERRY - HAVE YOU EVER SEEN ME THUMB DANCE TO “HOT N’ COLD”?Calendar: Nathan Mattimoe ([email protected])OLD MADONNA, HER FIRST SELF-TITLED ALBUM WAS PRETTY SWEET

Contributing Writers:Johnny Hildo, Sue Lovett, Clara Engel, Allen Sanders, Matt Desmond, Kelly McGilvery, Brittany Jones, Karen Zickes, Clara Engel

Art/ProductionDesign Manager:Jocelyn Hasenbalg ([email protected])UB40 - “RED, RED WINE” MAKE ME FEEL SO FINEProduction Coordinator:Danielle Suffron ([email protected])LEAVIN’ - JESSE MCCARTNEYGraphic Design:Erin Kanary ([email protected])NEWSIES SOUNDTRACKAmanda Holman ([email protected])BOOT SCOOTIN BOOGIE - GARTH BROOKS

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To the T-town Boys(“ROCKIN’ THE HUMOR” FEBRUARY 17 - MARCH 2, 2010)

Speaking for the modern silent majority, you guys are a hometown success story that continues to pro-vide good food, beer, fun, music and an “up yours if you can’t take a joke”

attitude that is refreshing in this Big Brother Era of political correct-ness. I bet your detractors employ that same “screw them” idealism in their approach to writing scathing criticisms from the comfort of the shadows that they lurk in. Don’t let the bastards wear you down.

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A winning combinationLotto ticket a dud? Ohio State Park

Lodges and the Ohio Lottery are teaming up to turn lotto losers into winners. Through March 31, guests of eight Ohio State Park Lodges operated by Xanterra Parks & Resorts may present a losing lottery tick-et to receive a $25 discount off the retail rate of a room. In addition, guests staying both Friday and Saturday nights on the same room reservation may enter their losing lottery ticket in a Sunday-morning draw-ing where the winner will have their week-end room rental fee waived. The resorts in-clude Shawnee State Park Lodge, Hueston Woods State Park Lodge, Maumee Bay State Park Lodge, as well as five other lodges throughout the state. Participating guests should mention the promotional code OHLOTTO when making their reser-vation online at www.atapark.com or call-ing 1-800-AT-A-PARK.

Tax timeThere’s no doubt about it — tax season

can be taxing. That’s why Sylvania Area Family Services is hosting an Ohio Ben-efit Bank tax clinic on Thursday, March 4 from 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. The service assists people who made less than $57,000 in 2009 by e-filing their federal, Ohio and school district taxes (not local/city taxes) and is available by appointment. Call Sarah or Maureen at 419-242-5000 ext. 203 or Dottie at 419-882-8415. Those with date conflicts can call the Ohio Benefit Bank at 800-648-1176, or visit the site loca-tor at www.obb.ohio.gov.

Be one (of many) with nature

The Magee Marsh Wildlife area in Oak Har-bor, Ohio is looking for volunteers for their Bird Center. As one of the top ten bird watching spots in the coun-try, Magee Marsh

is gearing up for an exciting season, and is in search of friendly and helpful volunteers to inter-act with over 100,000 visitors annually from all over the world. The volunteer program runs from March through November. Volunteers are asked to work only two days per month; choosing the

days and hours. In-terested individuals should attend the volunteer training

session on Satur-day, March 13 at the

Bird Center at Magee Marsh, 13229 W. State Route 2, Oak Harbor.

The training begins at 10 a.m. and lasts 1-2 hours. To

sign up for training or to find out more, call Mary Warren at 419-898-0960

ext. 31.

Mastering your gardenRoll up your sleeves and get ready to

play in the dirt! The Lucas County Mas-ter Gardener Speakers Bureau is pre-senting a 3-part lecture series, covering a wide variety of topics to help you plan and maintain your lawn and garden. From learning about the soil, to the importance

of garden site selection, to properly car-ing for landscaping tools, these courses cover all the basics. Thursday, March 8 features Sumptuous Soils & Lus-cious Lawns; Thursday, April 8 covers Landscape Design & Container Gar-dens; and Thursday, May 13’s topic is Water Gardens & Spring Preparation. All classes 6:30- 9 p.m. $15 per indi-vidual session or $35 for the series. Reservations are required and may be made by calling OSU Extension Lucas County, 419-578-6783.

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A feel-good reason to shop

Ladies, get ready for a night out! Perrys-burg’s Puttin on the Glitz hosts a special private shopping event for girls only on Friday, March 19 from 6-9 p.m. Miche Bags, Bauble Lulu Jewelry, interchangeable Twa La Rings, and Swan Creek Candles are just a few of the unique items you’ll find at this event to benefit Humane Ohio Spay/Neuter Clinic. Refreshments will also be served. For more info, visit www.puttinontheglitzstore.com. Country Charm Shopping Center, Perrysburg. 419-874-3334.


Help is on the wayToledo area’s ISOH/IMPACT respond in a time of need by Clara Engel

With the recent devastation in Haiti and the overwhelming number of Ameri-can charities and organizations spring-ing up overnight to address the need, it’s great to have a local, well-established or-ganization already ready to help.

In this area, that organization is ISOH/IMPACT, a group that runs on the support of the community, with generos-ity not based on religion, color, or ethnici-ty, and a dedication to creating a brighter future for those who need it most, espe-cially children.

Rebecca Rynn, who started volun-teering for the organization in 2002 and has recently acquired her position as Children’s Lighthouse Manager, says that in addition to the outpouring of local vol-unteers and donations, ISOH/IMPACT is receiving calls from a broader reaching network of groups wanting to make do-nations through a reliable charity. “Our reputation has preceded us,” she says. “We are present in the community and are known for work we’ve already done through those we’ve helped, our partners, and our ever-growing network.”

International Ser-vices of Hope (ISOH), founded in Waterville in 1991, focused on helping poverty-rid-den families through-out Haiti and Guate-mala with food and clothing, and Impact With God Crusades, Inc. (IMPACT), a non-denominational Christian organiza-tion started in Mau-mee in 1958, joined forces in 1998 to form this positive force and to encompass a broader framework for community or-ganization and child

advocacy. Since then, shipments of food and supplies, medical help, child spon-sorship, and emergency relief have kept I S O H / I M P A C T members busy, changing the world one step at a time.

Under unfortu-nate circumstanc-es, the community-based non-profit located in Perrys-burg Ohio has been very busy with Haiti relief. “We’ve already sent over 2 million meals to Haiti so far,” says Rynn, not to men-tion medical and logistics teams and supplies. “When we are working in a devastated area (like Haiti), we work with established organi-zations that already know the area and can get supplies to the people who need it in the safest way possible.” Partnering with Double Harvest, a Haiti-based agri-cultural and development organization, ISOH/IMPACT has been able to provide nourishment and medical care to the devastated Haitians in an organized and efficient manner. And in the midst of this crisis, the organization has established

Reaching Out & Serving, their program to sponsor the more than 500 orphans who are left without homes, families, and food.

Knowing exactly where your donat-ed money is going is an important part of making a difference. ISOH/IMPACT spends more than $0.97 out of every $1.00 directly on the people they’re serving, yet another reason why Charity Naviga-tor named them a four-star charity two years in a row.

With everything that they do, ISOH/IMPACT is working on construction of a larger facility with more room for supply storage, volunteers, and the necessary equipment needed to help the needy. It will also serve as the area’s only dedicat-ed center with a distribution area to allow medical teams and volunteers to manage and administer disaster response and emergency aid.

The new International Hope Center will be located near Levis Commons and ground construction has already begun. “We’re proud of the fact that we started little and now we provide big services, but we’re still very grass roots,” Rynn says.If you’d like to get involved in helping those in need through ISOH/IMPACT, visit www.isohimpact.org, look them up on Twitter or Facebook, or call 419-878-8548.

ISOH and IMPACT joined forces in 1998 to provide a greater amount of community work and child advocacy.

ISOH/IMPACT has sent over 2 million meals to Haiti, in addition to medical and logistics teams and supplies.

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Snow removal that’s safe for the earth

Spring may be around the cor-ner, but snow and ice haven’t

completely melted from the weather forecast. Ac-cording to TMACOG’s Stormwater Coalition, snow- and ice-melting products, known as de-icers, can have negative environmental impacts, including fi sh and veg-etation kills, damage to lawns and landscape plants, and even pet haz-ards. Limiting the use

of salt-based de-icers on driveways and sidewalks helps

reduce these negative effects.Here are some tips from the

Stormwater Coalition:Shovel or plow your driveway and sidewalks before spreading de-icer.

Limit the use of de-icers, especially those with the most damaging environmental impacts.

Only use as much de-icer as you need.Do not use fertilizer, kitty litter or ash for traction.

Pets can be harmed by some de-icers. Wipe your pet’s paws if they walk on any salts or chemicals. This helps prevent ingestion and damage to their paws.

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Let’s do lunch!TOLEDO CHAMBER LAUNCHES CONNECT FOR LUNCH

In the business world, it’s often said, “It’s all who you know.” And the To-ledo Regional Chamber of Commerce is helping you really get to know others through their new ConnectForLunch program. Each Wednesday, program members receive an email invite asking if they’d like to go to lunch the fol-lowing week. After accepting the request, they receive a list of the members (no more than three) who will be joining them for lunch at a designated res-taurant. By sharing a meal, members can get to know each other in a fun and personal way, making the introduction more than a business card swap.

The Chamber is currently offering a free trial of the program — four lunch-es in eight weeks. The subscription plans start at $9.95 per month; costs of the meal not included. For more information, visit www.connect4lunch.com.

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Marketplace changes

YOUR GUIDE TO UPDATES IN LOCAL BUSINESS

Alissa’s Home Decor & Garden Store at 1855 S. Reynolds Rd. is now open! The shop, in the Diamond Plaza next to Olive Garden, offers unique gifts and items for the home. Hours: Mon-Fri 10 a.m. - 7 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Check out the wares at www.alissashomedecor.com or stop in to see the unique furnishings and items. 419-725-5006.

Yaldo Eye Center, opened on March 1 at 3840 Woodley Rd., Suite A, Toledo. The center brings specialized training and expertise, including LASIK surgery and other vision corrective surgeries. For more infor-

mation, visit www.yaldoeyecenter.com.Claudia’s Natural Food Market is on

the move. The store is temporarily closed, but will reopen soon at 3904 Secor Rd., Toledo (between Monroe and Sylvania). The store will be open sev-en days a week. For more info, 419-474-2400.

The Society of Saint Vincent de Paul at 1001 Washington St. is temporarily discontinuing thrift store operations for approxi-mately three months. The store will be cleaned, renovated and reorganized to better serve the people of Northwest Ohio. www.svdptoledo.org.

Know of news in the marketplace? Send it to [email protected].

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Won’t get fooled againSame as the old boss? by Johnny Hildo

Boy, have times changed!

It’s a brand new day. The long, dark years of Carty fatigue wane into the re-cesses of our memories. The fi ghts with Council are a thing of the past as the Bell Administration brings forward novel, out-of-the-box ideas for balancing a bud-get left unconscious and bleeding on the shoals of the Finkbeiner years.

We all must reach deep into our col-lective love for T-town and sacrifi ce to-gether to save her future. Spread the pain, sez Hizzoner, for the sake of our beloved burg.

Ideas have been fl oated through a citizens group convened by Hizzoner and leaked slowly into the mainstream con-sciousness. Privatize all non-essential services. Levy an additional tax, but for a specifi ed period of time with a strict sundown provision. Get serious about collecting delinquent taxes and fees owed the City. Charge employees more for health care. Charge citizens more for refuse collection.

Many of these ideas are no-brainers, such as working to collect what’s owed. Others have been more controversial, and the Bellistas have trod lightly, as-suring everyone within hearing distance that they are simply options for dialogue, not hard and fast proposals.

Ghost of Finkledinks pastA balanced budget is mandated by

March three one. The ink on the so-called “options” is drying, and the pro-posals are slowly congealing into hard and fast intentions.

What does the new Mayor ask of us?

C o n c e s -sions from the employ-ees unions, d e m a n d e d and debated in the media without direct discussions with union representa-tives themselves.

Eliminating credit for taxes paid by Toledoans to other jurisdictions. This will force those who work outside the City to pony up their full two point two fi ve per cent to Toledo in addition to anything al-ready skimmed by their municipali-ties of employment.

Maintaining a trash fee, which would have been eliminated for those who pledge to recycle later this year. Council fi nance chair Georgie Sarantou has

even suggested pushing that fee up to $16 for those who don’t recycle and $8 for those who do, a massive increase.

Plus assorted and sundry effi cien-cies, fi nancial derring do and

other fl ims and fl ams.

Where have we heard this all before?

C a r t y m a r r e d last year’s n e g o t i a -tions with the unions

by hashing out needed

concessions in the media rath-

er than conduct-ing them behind closed doors. The result was

minimal concessions pro-viding short term budget

relief. The Fink’s fi nal budget included an

across the board $16 trash fee and a 50% reduction in the tax credit. Plus assorted and

sundry effi ciencies, fi nancial derring do

and other fl ims and fl ams.

Barely two months in and the Bell Administration is looking Finklier and Finklier.

Boy, have times changed?

Georgie Porgie puddin’ and pie

Speaking of Georgie, his path to the Commissioner’s offi ce now seems as-sured. Peter Ujvagi, Frank Szollosi, even Keith Wilkowski would have given him a real run for his money on the campaign trail. All declined to run. Instead, his primary opponents have never appeared on a city-wide ballot before. And his like-ly Democratic challenger is either Carol Contrada, whose claim to fame is mostly Contrada and Associates advertising, or Wilkowski strategist Ben Krompak.

At least Contrada has some expe-rience as an elected offi cial, currently serving as Sylvania Twip Trustee. Krom-pak, on the other hand, has more City of Toledo connections. Smooth sailing ahead, Georgie.

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Musical puzzle

Piecing together the local music scene

Toledo’s music scene amazes me. Just when I think I have a han-

dle on local music, and members of area bands, I’m impressed all

over again by the new talent that pops up every year, and by the

local groups who’ve somehow remained hidden from my less-

than-perfect hearing (what can I say, I’ve been to an innumerable

amount of concerts in my short lifetime).

Our local music scene is thriving and ever-expanding. One of

the more thrilling revelations I had this year is the overall in

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terconnectedness of Toledo musicians. Many of our 2010 art-

ists are related in one way or another—they share the same

guitar player, record on the same label, or ju

st know each

other by playing in the same venues. Toledo musicians

just fit together like pieces in a musical jig

saw puzzle.

This year’s music guide is a testament to Toledo’s

musical legacy—past and present. Within the guide,

you’ll find profiles of m

usicians and bands—some

who have been around for ten years, others have

been playing together for ten months; articles

on T-Town’s “Best” recording studio (Pretend

Records) and various artists who record

there; and a guest column by Pat O’Connor,

(owner of Culture Clash Records) one

of Toledo’s most knowledgeable music

experts.

Special thanks to everyone involved in

supporting Toledo-made music.

Good reading, and

happy listening,

Emily Rippe

Jeff LooseRenaissance ManOne of the most prominent members in the local music scene, Jeff Loose is a singer, guitar player, pedal distorter and DJ for various groups and proj-ects. We set out to talk to Loose about his role as a guitar player and vocalist in The Falling Spikes, Toledo’s Velvet Underground tribute band, but discovered that he’s remained quite a mover and shaker in Toledo’s music scene.

As a solo artist, Loose has experienced a surge of creative expression. “Seeing as I have way too many songs for just one record, I may use my band WEe to put out a second one,” Loose said. “WEe is the band I work with to play my songs out live. The band has a lot of out of town shows booked over the next few months in Cleveland, Chicago, Columbus and Detroit.” When he isn’t touring with WEe, or playing in his new Bowling Green influ-enced trio, Adult Books, Loose can be found spin-ning records. “I’ve been doing some DJing, trying to push some great obscure tracks on people.” Additionally, Loose collaborates with Pretend Re-cords, helping local bands to record songs. “I re-ally enjoy it and I think I have a good ear for it,” Loose said. For info on all of Jeff Loose’s projects, www.myspace.com/jeffloose.

Jim HolleyRock/Blues/Country

The music never stops — not when guitarist Jim Holley is involved. Playing music since the ‘60s, Holley still pumps away at the guitar solos, fresh sounds and rockstar vocals. Holley first found his passion working in several garage bands including Omaha Flight Deck and Black Light, which was featured on Bob Kelly’s TV program Let’s Dance. After a 30-year hiatus to focus on his family, Holley came back onto the music scene in 1997 and joined The Knobs in 2002. After four years with the band, Holley started recording his own music with fellow musicians Tim Richter (bass) and Humpy Navarre (drums) from the local band Flyte 66. Now Holley finds that the best way to express himself musically is on his own. Holley’s solo album, Thoughts & Visions, proves that with his rock voice, country beats and groovy guitar riffs, he doesn’t need anybody else to please the audience. The track “Don’t Tell Me” perfectly grabs the nostalgic classic rock feel and mixes in soft modern beats that elicit an involuntary sway in the listener. www.myspace.com/jimholley.

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Meaghan RobertsAcoustic Folk RockMeaghan Roberts is a traveling troubadour in every sense of the word. Born, raised and based in Toledo, Roberts spent six years studying, working and performing in Europe—an experience the singer-songwriter described as musically inspiring, yet personally challenging. “There was a lot of questioning that took place,” Roberts said. “Being in a completely different culture from where I grew up, it made me question my values and ask myself, ‘What is normal?” A piano player at the start, Roberts discovered the guitar to be a valuable (and much more portable) instrument as she wandered across Ireland, England, France and even India. Back in Ohio (a place she said hosts plenty of opportunity for creative people), Roberts carries a piece of every place she’s been, playing sets of original tunes as well as American covers. Roberts is a regular at the Attic on Adams’ Thursday Acoustic Nights. She’s happy to take requests, but her true talent shines whenever she plays one from the heart. We rec-ommend the catchy “Oh Baby, Baby” featured on the 2007 release, Extended Play. Meaghan Roberts plays Friday, March 12 at Sidelines at the Arena, 233 N. Huron St. and Thursday, March 18 at the Attic on Adams, 1701 Adams St. For more info, www.myspace.com/meaghanroberts.

Measure The RedshiftMetal

When did metal start becoming a synonym for invisible ninja fighters wearing their sister’s jeans? And why is the scene oversaturated with mediocre bands? That’s what Measure The Redshift wants to know. This talented group of guys play metal the way it should be played, leaving out the gimmicky fashion styles and trashy song writing that has taken over the genre. Formed last March by guitarist Chad Schoen and drummer Dom Perna, Measure The Redshift began as a group with high standards, striving to write serious metal songs with grooves, melodies and dynamics. “One thing that Dom and I said when we started this band is ‘Every band nowadays sounds exactly the same. We shouldn’t sound like them,’” Schoen said. “And we don’t.” With lead singer Jeremiah Geis and Ty Sparks on bass, the foursome have come out of the fields of Northwest Ohio to reclaim metal, chanting the mantra, “No Bull, Just Metal.” The band plays at Woodchucks, 224 S. Erie St. Saturday, March 6. www.myspace.com/measuretheredshift.

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Kerry ClarkAcoustic Folk Rock

Kerry Clark is more than a singer-songwriter; he is a storyteller. A sampling of Clark’s many cred-its — he is a former member of the nationally re-nowned folk group, The New Christy Minstrels; he has performed on every nationally televised talent show prior to American Idol; and he has won mul-tiple regional and national awards, including Male Vocalist of the Year and Entertainer of the Year. The musical influences of John Denver and Harry Chap-in are recognizable in his melodic and heartwarm-ing music with tracks such as “The Mistakes I’ve Made” and “How to Say Goodbye.” Hopeful, in-spiring, soothing and poetic, his album Choose Love can cure any torn mind. Clark knows how to cap-ture a person and entertain them with more than a catchy beat. “Anybody can pick up a 6-string guitar and play ‘Brown-Eyed Girl’...I recognized early on that telling stories is a wonderful way to draw peo-ple in. An audience can appreciate the songs that tell the story of an emotional experience.” Clark’s fifth album is due out in May 2010 with a regional tour to follow. www.kerryclark.net.

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Laurie SwyersBluesLaurie Swyers has been fighting gender stereotypes of the female musi-cian for 27 years. “I was the only woman in Toledo back then with a guitar and a harmonica,” Swyers said. “Bands were just looking for someone young and pretty who could sing.” While the music industry has changed a lot since the ‘70s, Swyers has not. She’s always been a blues musician at heart, playing and recording music with her band, Blue Sun. All the fun came to a halt about four years ago when Swyers became very sick; as a result of her illness she had to steer away from the bar atmosphere. Out of the scene for a couple months, a fellow bluesman said, “I thought you were dead.” Swyers laughed and said, “Hell no, I’m still around!” And to prove it, Swyers participated in the 2010 International Blues Challenge in Memphis last month (her second time competing, her first as a solo artist). Though she didn’t win the competition, Swyers did make a good show-ing. “The competition featured the best of the best,” she said. “I was up against people who are really working it hard, and I got to jam with musi-cians from all over the world.” Laurie Swyers is currently recording her third studio album, due out in early summer. www.cdbaby.com (search for Laurie Swyers).

Bourbon StreetRock/Blues/R&BBourbon Street brings a little bit of Cajun soul to To-ledo. Their blend of classic rock and New Orleans style rhythm and blues leaves their audience feeling refreshed and ready for anything. With more than 30 years of experience playing music, Bourbon Street holds a tight, solid sound that is nearly unmatched in Toledo. The group is made up of ex-traveling musi-cian Jim Schira (drums/lead vocals), Keith Gorka (lead guitar/vocals) who “makes his guitar sing,” Bluesy saxophonist Jim O’Reilly, Ian Frost (keyboards/or-gan) who spent time playing music in London with several bands, and bassist Jim Earl. Their live shows are as exciting as Mardi Gras, and a thousand times more satisfying. “Having fun with our music and watching our family and fans enjoy the music is what it is all about,” say Earl. The band plays Friday, March 5 at the Bier Stube, 5333 Monroe St., Friday, March 19 at Sidelines, 233 N. Huron St. and Saturday, March 20 at The Roadhouse, 11900 Jeffers Rd., Grand Rap-ids. Stay tuned for an upcoming website, currently in progress.

The AmericanosAmericanaOne of the more diverse bands to spring up within the last year is The Americanos. The group consists of prominent local musicians AJ Szozda (guitar, harp, mandolin), Steve Knurek (stand up bass), Mick Mason (guitar) and Tom Goodwin (mandolin, violin, percus-sion). This all acoustic act prides itself on be-ing an original music string band, producing an array of bluegrass, country, folk, blues, jazz and reggae tunes. With rich harmonies, catchy melodies and attention to detail in songwriting, The Americanos have found the secret formula to becoming top contend-ers in Toledo’s local music scene. Check out “Everyone Keeps Asking Me” for a rootsy surprise. The Americanos are currently in the studio working on their debut album. Their next live performance is at The Village Idiot, 309 Conant St., Maumee Sunday, March 7. www.myspace.com/theamericanosband.

MUSICfor the

MASSES2010


Having just

won the coveted Best

Recording Studio title in the

Toledo City Paper readers’ voting in

the Best of Toledo 2009, it’s tim

e to take a

more in-depth perspective of Pretend Records.

When it comes down to it, t

his record label is all about

friendship. Started in 2006 by members of the infamous elec-

tronic rock supergroup known as Stylex, Pretend Records became

the band’s DIY label. “We realized releasing our own music gave

us more creative control, and we didn’t have to deal with some-

one else making money off our efforts,” said Dustin Hostetler, for-

mer Stylex vocalist and creative director of Pretend Records. “We

also thought it was a great idea to have a label so we could release

all the side projects everyone was involved with, as well as music

from all of our friends’ bands.”

Stylex hasn’t played a show or recorded any of their own mu-

sic since 2007, but all four m

embers work with Pretend Records,

promoting the local music they love. The label’s current artists

include GoLab, Jeff Loose, Tropical Dudes, Sinker, Secret Swords,

Wicked Lung and the Wookalar, Team Nate, Arobaphobics and

any Stylex-related projects that pop up. Hostetler had great things

to say about each group/artist Pretend helps to promote:

GoLab: is amazing. The records he makes are truly

works of art, and his live shows are out of control. Even people

who normally aren’t into electronic music can’t help but dance at

Golab shows.

Jeff Loose: as a solo artist writes genre hopping

low-fi music, and his recording skills are amazing. There is so

much depth to his production.

Tropical Dudes: are crazy. A little bit of

hiphop, a little bit of electro and all w

eird. The production on

this is amazing, and like the band The Postal Service, the entire

record was recorded with the two guys involved never being in

the same room. Tracks were emailed & FTP’d back and forth.

They’ve yet to play a live show and I suspect they never will. I

love that.

Sinker: is a great two piece

band that just keep getting better.

Like most of our artists, they are a

bit genre confused. Is it rock and

roll? Is it electronic music? All I

know is their live shows rock.

Secret Swords:

is a supergroup made up of mem-

bers from Stylex and Shuttlecock.

It’s really aggressive rock, and

while they’ve only written

and recorded a handful of songs,

those tunes constantly get stuck in my head.

Wicked Lung

and the Wookalar:

don’t make sense. I d

on’t know how else to put

it, but their brand of Columbus indie hip hop is

just freaky. I lo

ve that they do music their own

way, and their production skills are amazing.

Team Nate &

Arobaphobics:

are two up and coming bands from

Bowling Green. Team Nate has been

playing for awhile, but Arobaphobics

are brand spanking new. I’m excited

to get involved in new bands play-

ing to new crowds. My hope is

they take their quirky music on

the road and help spread the

Pretend Records message of

awesome music.

For more information on these

Pretend Records artist

s, as

well as their new collabora-

tive projects (David Pic-

cuito from Sinker and

Joel Roberts from GoLab

spent a week writing a

new song every day

for five days. The re-

sulting 10 songs are

available for free

download), visit

www.pretendre-

cords.com.

The BartonesBlues Rock and FunkBowling Green is home to a blues rock trio known as The Bartones. Making funky, passion-ate grooves since the fall of 2007, the group currently consists of founding members Andy DeWitt on guitar and vocals and Steve Mizer on drums and vocals with Evan Turner, who re-placed the band’s former bass player in 2008. Influenced by some of rock’s legendary musi-cians—Jimi Hendrix, Santana and Stevie Ray Vaughan—The Bartones span multiple genres, mixing elements of blues, funk and rock into original tracks like “Don’t Steal From Me” and “Let Me Go.” “The Hardest Thing” is, personally, one of my favorite blues ballads to come out of Northwest Ohio. The Bartones bring their eclec-tic sound to Howard’s Club H Saturday, March 27. www.myspace.com/bartones.

The CorrellsAcoustic cover bandThe Corrells are the newest father-son acoustic duo to hail from Toledo, and they’re hoping to make a break into the local music scene in 2010. Over the past year, Kevin Correll (51) and his son Brandon (27) have been perfecting their sound, recording an acoustic guitar/piano collection of cover songs from multiple genres. From Paul Mc-Cartney’s “Bluebird” and the Traveling Wilburys “Handle With Care” to Keith Urban’s “You’ll Think Of Me” and the Zombies’ “Time of the Season,” The Corrells play it all. “We capitalize on our crisp harmonies and choice of songs that everybody has heard before,” Kevin said. “I’ve been told we sound like a full band with five guys singing, but honestly, we are just two guys who love to sing and play.” The father-son team plays private functions, and with any luck, they’ll be at a coffee shop or bar near you soon. For more info, [email protected].

WANT TO HEAR MORE? Combining efforts —TCP, O’Connor, and participating musicians— we’ve created a compilation album, featuring select artists presented in the 2010 Local Music Guide. Those interested in obtaining a copy can e-mail us at [email protected] or visit Culture Clash Records, 4020 Secor Rd. Music links at www.toledocitypaper.com

MUSICfor theMASSES

2010

Shane PiaseckiAlt-countryAt first sound, Shane Piasecki doesn’t fit the typical Toledo singer-songwriter mold. His accent is a little too Southern; he sings with a Nashville twang. Born in northwest Ohio, Piasecki has lived all over the country—including California and Tennessee—but he still calls Toledo home. Given his first guitar at age four, Piasecki considered himself an acoustic guitarist, then he discovered alt country rocker, Ryan Ad-ams. “When I first heard him, it brought back that old, organic feeling of rocking out,” Piasecki said. “I was completely blown away.” Adams inspired Piasecki to revamp his sound, switching out his old acoustic for an electric guitar, and looking for a full band to back him up on his latest album. Fortunately, Piasecki still resides part time in Nashville, granting him access to an array of well-known producers and musicians. The album, which is still being finalized, is produced by Nashville’s own Dave Roe (who previously toured with Johnny Cash). Roe, along with Patrick Keeler (drummer for The Raconteurs), Grammy-nominated guitarist John Hiatt and guitarist Doug Lancio (he played guitar for Patty Griffin) create Piasecki’s back up band, a group the singer-songwriter said he’s been trying to put together for a long time. “I have a lot of confidence in these guys, they know what they’re doing,” Piasecki said. Shane Piasecki is planning a homecoming CD release show for late March, date and place TBA. www.myspace.com/shanepiasecki.

GETTING IT “COVERED”It’s been a year since we touched base with the four bands who graced the cover of TCP’s 2009 Local Music Guide (see the digital copy, www.toledocitypaper.com). Here’s the skinny on what Hazard Perry, The Falling Spikes, Sinker and Empire Drift have been up to as of late. by Matt Desmond

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The Falling SpikesThe Falling Spikes (Kelly Johns, Jimmy Danger, Jeff Loose, and Matthew Ruch) have been relatively quiet lately, as a full band. After a busy 2009, which fea-tured a regular gig at Mikey Finn’s and numerous other shows in the Toledo area, individual members have been focusing on solo efforts. “The Falling Spikes have been taking a little time off to work on new stuff, and other projects,” said guitarist Loose, who is currently working on his next solo album, and playing with his other three bands—WEe, Joey & The Traitors and Adult Books. Meanwhile, drummer

Johns and guitarist Danger are working on a new collaboration project. “Jim and I started practicing with a possible new band which includes David Picciuto from Sinker and Zak Durst from Sangsara and The Matt Truman Ego Trip,” Johns said. “I don’t know when or if the efforts will escape the practice room.” There’s more good news for fans of the ultra-cool, hard-hit-ting Velvet Underground tribute band. Keeping the bohemian spirit of 30 years ago alive, the Falling Spikes play their first show in months at the Ottawa Tavern, 1817 Adams St., on Saturday, March 13. www.myspace.com/duckandsally. —MD

SinkerSinker took a bit of a break this past fall, but they’ve come roaring back, and have exciting things in store. The two-piece group comprised of David Picciuto (vocals, guitar, and programming) and Ian Robedeau (drums) is an anchor of Toledo’s up-and-coming la-bel, Pretend Records (see “Friends For Pretend,” page 13). In a perfect world, their grimy, propulsive, impossible-to-resist electrorock would be blast-ing from every dorm-room stereo in the country, and they may yet get there. Listen to “One More Shot,” at www.myspace.com/sinkersinker, and just try to sit still. Sinker’s debut EP, Ghosts on the Dance Floor, is avail-able as a free download on their website, and they are ready to begin recording a full-length album in May. Sinker plays Frankie’s Inner City, 308 Main St., on Sat-urday, March 6 with Chicago’s antic dance-rock combo Dr. Manhattan. —MD

Empire Drift Toledo born, Toledo raised! Empire Drift remains best known for “A Good Place to Call Home,” a love-letter to our hometown that won the Song of Toledo contest last spring. The crowd-pleasing pop-rock band, made up of Rick Shugarman (guitar/keyboard), Dave Pfenning (vocals/gui-tar), Allen Spencer (percussion) and Mike Pfenning (bass) is nothing if not versatile. They have over an album’s worth of original material, and are also an adept and fully-func-tioning cover band with a repertoire made up of dozens of songs, ranging in vintage from the 1960s to last week. After a busy schedule of shows in 2009— the band opened for Kenny Wayne Shepherd in front of a 40,000 person crowd at the Michigan International Speedway NASCAR Rase last summer—Empire Drift has been on hiatus since October. The guys are back for one night on Saturday March 6 for Put-in-Palooza 2010 with Killer Flamingos, Bob Gatewood & Calabash and Ray Fogg. Ly-man Harbor, 1615 1st St., Sandusky. www.empiredrift.com.

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Having just

won the coveted Best

Recording Studio title in the

Toledo City Paper readers’ voting in

the Best of Toledo 2009, it’s tim

e to take a

more in-depth perspective of Pretend Records.

When it comes down to it, t

his record label is all about

friendship. Started in 2006 by members of the infamous elec-

tronic rock supergroup known as Stylex, Pretend Records became

the band’s DIY label. “We realized releasing our own music gave

us more creative control, and we didn’t have to deal with some-

one else making money off our efforts,” said Dustin Hostetler, for-

mer Stylex vocalist and creative director of Pretend Records. “We

also thought it was a great idea to have a label so we could release

all the side projects everyone was involved with, as well as music

from all of our friends’ bands.”

Stylex hasn’t played a show or recorded any of their own mu-

sic since 2007, but all four m

embers work with Pretend Records,

promoting the local music they love. The label’s current artists

include GoLab, Jeff Loose, Tropical Dudes, Sinker, Secret Swords,

Wicked Lung and the Wookalar, Team Nate, Arobaphobics and

any Stylex-related projects that pop up. Hostetler had great things

to say about each group/artist Pretend helps to promote:

GoLab: is amazing. The records he makes are truly

works of art, and his live shows are out of control. Even people

who normally aren’t into electronic music can’t help but dance at

Golab shows.

Jeff Loose: as a solo artist writes genre hopping

low-fi music, and his recording skills are amazing. There is so

much depth to his production.

Tropical Dudes: are crazy. A little bit of

hiphop, a little bit of electro and all w

eird. The production on

this is amazing, and like the band The Postal Service, the entire

record was recorded with the two guys involved never being in

the same room. Tracks were emailed & FTP’d back and forth.

They’ve yet to play a live show and I suspect they never will. I

love that.

Sinker: is a great two piece

band that just keep getting better.

Like most of our artists, they are a

bit genre confused. Is it rock and

roll? Is it electronic music? All I

know is their live shows rock.

Secret Swords:

is a supergroup made up of mem-

bers from Stylex and Shuttlecock.

It’s really aggressive rock, and

while they’ve only written

and recorded a handful of songs,

those tunes constantly get stuck in my head.

Wicked Lung

and the Wookalar:

don’t make sense. I d

on’t know how else to put

it, but their brand of Columbus indie hip hop is

just freaky. I lo

ve that they do music their own

way, and their production skills are amazing.

Team Nate &

Arobaphobics:

are two up and coming bands from

Bowling Green. Team Nate has been

playing for awhile, but Arobaphobics

are brand spanking new. I’m excited

to get involved in new bands play-

ing to new crowds. My hope is

they take their quirky music on

the road and help spread the

Pretend Records message of

awesome music.

For more information on these

Pretend Records artist

s, as

well as their new collabora-

tive projects (David Pic-

cuito from Sinker and

Joel Roberts from GoLab

spent a week writing a

new song every day

for five days. The re-

sulting 10 songs are

available for free

download), visit

www.pretendre-

cords.com.

GETTING IT “COVERED”

Hazard PerryOregon’s Hazard Perry have been coming at To-ledo in full force this year. After losing their original drummer to an out-of-state grad school, the rock quartet —Aaron St. Claire (vocals), Jesse Ras (gui-tars), Connor Brown (bass),

and Brian Hower (drums)—have taken a new approach to song writing and performing. “With Brian (formerly of Fate Of Apollo), there’s a completely different vibe to the band,” Brown said. “It’s a little more indie and creative, more in your face.” As of this year, Hazard Perry has decided to only play the bigger bills, as headlin-ers or openers for nationally successful groups. The band opens for Sponge on Saturday, March 27 at Headliners. A full-length stu-dio release is currently in the works. —ER

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FRIENDSFOR

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Dustin Hostetler sums up Pretend Records’ artists.


MUSICfor theMASSES

2010

In olden

days I often

heard local

bands dream

of “being signed

by a label.” To

hear them tell the

tale, it was like be-

ing delivered to the

Promised Land. Guar-

anteed placement in

mall stores, endless tours

and money flowing like

the waters of the Maumee

River in spring.

As the mainstream music

business has contracted, mu-

sicians have been forced to be-

come entrepreneurs, recording

producing and distributing their

own CDs. I consider this to be a

good thing. Though it requires more

concentration on the business end, it

also leaves more possibilities for the

creative process.

The amazing thing is how Toledo

throws its support behind local bands.

This really came to light when doing year

end sales charts. At Culture Clash Records,

our largest seller for 2009 was local band Pol-

ka Floyd Show’s Live At The Ohio Theater. It

was not only our largest seller, but it won by a

hefty margin. This is not such an irregular pat-

tern. 2009 has also brought along four or five large

local movers. In a time when the record biz is all

but declared dead and buried, this is solid proof that

the naysayers are wrong.

To give you an idea of what’s out there here’s a brief

rundown of recent big sellers. This list barely scratches

the surface of local releases— a few things we’ve had in

recent rotation:

Polka Floyd

Polka Floyd Show Live At The Ohio Theater:

Continuing Toledo’s long tradition of Polka records Polka Floyd

mashes, as the name suggests, Polka with Pink Floyd — and it

works! The Polka Floyd Show Live At The Ohio Theater is a testa-

ment to the high quality, quirky recordings that come out of Toledo.

Soaring psychedelic guitar solos give way to blazing accordion riffs

as the band trades back and forth with a stylized

Polka ala Pink Floyd. It rocks! The musician-

ship is phenomenal, the concept is nothing

but fun and the recording is fantastic.

Great Lakes Crew

The Land Of The Lakes: Toledo’s Hip Hop princes put it all to

-

gether on the mix project. A for sure party just waiting to happen. The

CD is also a great marketing agent as we give it away, fre

e.

Coosters

Worn Out Libertines: Long time Toledo musicians band

together in this unlikely combination headed up by Steven J

Athanas. Boasting mandolin, lead & acoustic guitars, tuba and

percussion the CD wanders through odd scenarios and stories

almost like you were sittin

g down with Bukowski, if he was

in a good mood.

Homeville Circle

Meths & Rust: A Toledo epic! Homeville produced

an incredible, lovely honest organic album. Resting

mostly in what I would call contemporary folk. Once

again combining odd instruments including a musi-

cal saw, this is highly recommended.

The Other Half

Smut & I Believe In Dirty Music:

Recently re-issued, this is a 70s Toledo version

of Frank Zappa. One of the bigger draws

back in the day, they often focused on sex

and adult topics. Being the 70s, they relied

more on double entendres .

We Are The Fury

Venus: our largest local seller

ever. The local support of th

is was

incredible selling over 500 copies

the first day of release.

AntiVillians

So Much

For

Romance: Although I

haven’t spent enough time

with this release, the title

track has been haunting

me since I first heard it

5 years ago. A wonder-

fully-crafted song for

the love song ages.

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CULTURE

CLASH by P

at O

’Con

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Raising the barVino 100’s lounge combines

delicious wine and food by Karen L. Zickes

Though still offering customers an enjoyable wine buying experience (“100 great wines for $25 or less”), Vino 100 owners George Burk and Diana Whit-man have recently added a fabulous wine bar and lounge just steps from the retail store. This concept has something for everyone; a great place to relax for a bit, or catch up with friends for the evening.

Wine flights are available everyday — a sampling of four pre-selected wines with accompaniments. Bartender Scott Boyer also serves up fine crafted cock-tails and 40 artisan beers including six on tap that rotate periodically. You’ll never find pre-packaged mixes behind the bar. “We understand the value that comes in using the best ingredients,” said Burk. “We’ll even put the juice of a whole lime in a drink.”

Fine cocktails deserve fine food. A small plate menu offers edibles like smoked salmon flatbread with capers a dill and sour cream sauce, fresh mar-ket cheeses with accompaniments, and grass-fed Niman Ranch beef mini burg-ers. “We offer 2-3 entrees every week and we change it up,” said Burk. Every-thing is made fresh to order with many

local ingredients such as the non-pas-teurized cheese that is delivered by the farmer himself. Seafood is delivered fresh daily.

Vino 100 brings in various distributors to host special event tastings, including bourbon tastings. Themed martini flights are offered as well. “We’re trying to find those things that are unique,” said Burk. They believe it’s about constantly chal-lenging your palate.

The walls are graced with the artwork of a different local artist every month and area musicians provide extra fun on most Thursday evenings. Burk and Whitman are big proponents of supporting local

and have found ways to incorporate that into many aspects of their business.

“[Wine] education is still the founda-tion,” said Burk, but now they can offer the customer the complete experience. It’s the best of everything; wining, dining, and purchasing a bottle or two of your favorite vino to enjoy at home. Check their online calendar often for upcom-ing events (including RSVP tastings) and sign up to receive their e-newsletter at www.vino100maumee.com. Vino 100, Promenade West, 3355 Briarfield Blvd. Suite D, Maumee. 419-866-8466/ www.Vino100maumee.com.

Vino 100 challenges your palate with a wide variety of wines, beers, cocktails and food.


Brewing the right thing

Make a toast to the best brewers in the area at the 4th annual Glass City Beer Fest on Friday, March 5 from 7 p.m. - 11 p.m. The event features over 20 craft brewers showcasing over 60 beers. Plus, good food paired with live rock and country by 56Daze will help make the evening a great night. All of the proceeds from the festival support the programs and services of two local nonprofit organizations, The Arc of Lucas

County, which helps people with intellectual and developmental disabilities become meaningful members of our community, and The Northwest Ohio Hemophilia Foundation, which assists those affected by bleeding disorders.

Tickets cost $25 pre-purchase; $30 at the door. Discount tickets of $20 for all military, police and firefighters. Twelve tasting tickets are included with admission, additional tickets available for $1 each; food sold separately. Pre-purchase tickets are available at Customer Service Desks at all Toledo-area Anderson stores. For more information, 419-724-BREW (2739).

Stay casual, ToledoSylvania’s Treo Restaurant is helping you

take it easy during the week with their “Casual Wednesdays.” All entrees on the regular menu are just $13, so you can enjoy delicious delicacies like New York Strip Steak or Blackened Sirloin or Salmon for a special price. Looking for more casual dining? The half-pound burgers are half off! Drink specials include $4 well drinks, $5 well martinis and (based upon availability) $4 glasses of select white and red wines. And nothing calms the nerves like live entertainment, from Captain Jack or Acoustic Outcast, starting at

7:30 p.m. So stop by and stay awhile! 5703 Main St., Sylvania. 419-882-2266/ www.treosylvania.com.

Pancakes for pooches

Autumn may be long gone, but the sweet flavor of pumpkin is making a reappearance at Downtown Toledo’s Pam’s Corner. On Saturday, March 6 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Pam flips her famous pumpkin “pamcakes” for Pancakes for Pooches, a brunch-time fundraiser to benefit DogWorks, Inc. Sporting Dog Rescue & Placement. Regular menu items will also be available. 116 10th St. (between Monroe & Jefferson). 419-243-2081/www.pamstoledo.com. For more info about DogWorks, visit www.d o g w o r k s o h i o .petfinder.com.

Who you callin’ jerk?

Bring some flavor into your life with Findlay’s new on-the-go eatery, The BIG Jerk. Created by Mike Bulkowski of Revolver Restaurant and Elaine Bruggeman of Main Street Deli, the restaurant offers quick food with BIG taste for late night eaters. Try the thai or jerk-style chicken sandwiches, pulled pork sandwiches, or coconut curry chicken soup. Even the sides, including jicama cole slaw, are impressive. Take out or (local) delivery only, 227 1/2 N. Main St., Findlay. Tuesday - Thursday, 4 p.m. - 10 p.m., Friday - Saturday, 4 p.m. - 3 a.m. 419-421-JERK.

It’s chili time!Mobile Meals of Toledo is heating

things up with their 18th Annual Great Chili Cook-Off on Saturday, March 27 at the Stranhan Great Hall. The annual celebration helps raise funds for the organization known for its delivery of meals to the elderly, ill, disabled or homebound. Chili tasting takes place from noon - 4 p.m., followed by award presentations. A DJ from Glass City Sounds will keep the music playing as guests enjoy chef demonstrations and concessions. And it’s not too late to form your own team —head online to www.mobilemeals.org to register your team before the March 5 deadline! —GS

Coffeehouses for Cancer Connection

Local coffeehouses are going head to head to collect the most nonperishable food donations for Cancer Connection of Northwest Ohio, a startup nonprofit that assists cancer patients and their caregivers.

Throughout March, five area coffeehouses — Downtown Latte (44 S. St. Clair St., Toledo), The Flying Joe (2130 Preston Parkway, Perrys-burg), Plate 21 (3664 Rugby Dr., Toledo), The Ground Level (2636 W. Central Ave., Toledo) and Chandler Cafe (5648 N. Main St., Sylvania) — are competing in the Coffeehouse Food Drive. Each will aim to collect the most donations by weight before the weigh-in on Thursday, April 1.

Donations will be given to the Cancer Con-nection food bank, which helps support struggling cancer patients in the Northwest Ohio area. For

more information about Cancer Con-nection and the food drive, visit www.cancerconnectionof-northwestohio.com. —GS

high spirits[thursday, march 11]Goose Island Beer and Cheese Tasting Join Vino 100 in welcoming Lindsay Schaffer from Goose Island Brewery in Chicago, IL for a beer and cheese pairing. Call for reservations. 7pm. Vino 100, 3355 Briarfield Blvd., Maumee. $25. 419-866-8466. www.vino100maumee.com.

[saturday, march 13]Uncorked! Sample a variety of wines, cheeses, and hors d’oeuvres. Participate in both live and silent auctions of pieces provided by local artists and businesses. Semiformal attire. 5:30pm. $45. Hilton Garden Inn,

6165 Levis Commons Blvd., Perrysburg. 419-878-5188. www.watervillechamber.com.

[saturday, march 13]Vineyard Adventure: Wines From Down Under Enjoy an evening in the aquarium surrounded by aquatic life from around the world. Sample wine, enjoy entertainment and hors d’oeuvres. Call or see website to order tickets. 7-9pm. $35 members, $40 non-members. The Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way, Toledo. 419-385-5721 x3092. www.toledozoo.org.

Tastings at the Beer and Wine Cave

Tastings take place Wednesdays and Thursdays, 6-8pm. $10 beer, $15

wine. Beer and Wine Cave, 4400 Heatherdowns. 419-382-6221.

www.toledomeatsandmore.com.

March 3-4Red and white blended wines and Spring release beers.

March 10-11Great value wines of Spain and St. Patty’s Day beers.

March 17-18Irish Beer and Spring Release Tasting. Wednesday 12-8pm, Thursday 6-8pm.

culinary[saturday, march 6]Inquiring Cooks Need to KnowLearn the answers to the questions every cook needs to know such as “If I burn the garlic or butter do I really need to start over?” and “Does it make a difference how I measure the flour scoop, spoon or weigh?” while learning recipes these questions pertain to such as chocolate cake and spinach souffle. Call or see website to register. 10am-2pm. $65. un coup de main, 12695 Eggert Rd., Dundee, MI. 734-529-2318. www.georgeannbrown.com.

[saturday, march 6]Victorian Tea LuncheonThis luncheon is held in the restored Monclova School. Historic attire is welcome but not required. Tickets must be purchased in advance. 12:30pm. $25. Monclova Community Center, 8115 Monclova Rd., Monclova. 419-861-1336. www.monclovacommctr.org.

[monday, march 8]Gardening for Maximum NutritionNutrition in vegetables is declining as soils are being “farmed out.” Learn how to get top nutrition, flavor and pest resistance into the foods you grow. Call or see website to register. 6pm-8pm. $10. The 577 Foundation, 577 River Rd., Perrysburg. 419-874-4174. www.577foundation.org.enter events online

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Soul food for the familyRuby’s Kitchen on Dorr St. serves up mouth-watering favorites by Brittany Jones

Nestled in the middle of Library Pla-za on Dorr Street, just east of Reynolds, is one of the few soul food restaurants in Toledo — Ruby’s Kitchen.

The eatery began when owner Ruby Butler retired from Jeep. With time on her hands, she achieved her childhood dream of owning a restaurant. Teaming up with her daughter, she took her pas-sion for cooking to another level, never looking back.

With food that’s “cooked to order,” freshness is the focus. They bring the South up North with an array of mouth-watering food, including neck bones, polish sausage po’ boys, greens, catfish, black-eyed peas, and oxtails. No restau-rant can be complete without a special

recipe, which, for Ruby’s, is the dressing. Their dressing is a year-round favorite, especially at Thanksgiving and Christ-mas, when people flock to Ruby’s in lieu of making their own. In addition to the dressing isthe batter Ruby’s prepares for fried fish and chicken.

“Customers tell me they don’t cook as often since I opened,” said Butler, explaining their slogan, “Food so good, your kitchen will miss you.” “I take pride in my cooking. The food does not change and that is what’s special.”

What makes it stand out from other soul food restaurants is the inclusion of family in the business operation. Alone, Butler and her daughter do all the cook-ing. Her other daughter and six grand-

children (ages six to 18) lend a hand by serving, taking orders and interacting with customers on a daily ba-sis. This builds Ruby’s “homey,” family-oriented atmosphere.

Butler credits her loyal customers for the restaurant’s success. Without them, another soul food eatery would disap-pear.

“I appreciate the business,” says But-ler, “Ours is the only restaurant of this type to hang in there and stay open,” Ruby’s Kitchen, 4933 Dorr St. Toledo. 419-578-5388. Open Tuesday noon - 8 p.m., Thursday - Saturday noon - 8 p.m., and Sunday 1 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Owner Ruby Butler creates soul food staples like polish sausage po’ boys, greens and oxtails at Ruby’s Kitchen.


Something great is in the ‘Works’New Works Writers Series performs at Elizabeth’s House

by Allen Sanders

The New Works Writers Series is no spring chicken to the Toledo theatre scene. Founded in 1989 by Dr. Imelda Hunt (currently a Professor at both Owens Community Col-lege and Bowling Green State University), NWWS was creat-ed to provide an outlet for local area writers, poets, musicians and actors.

On Sunday, February 21, I had the opportunity to learn a little bit more about this the-atre myself when I attended their performance of Pearl Cleage’s two character com-edy/drama Late Bus To Mecca at Elizabeth’s House on the Notre Dame Provincial Cam-pus.

While the space itself does not necessarily lend itself to theatre performances, Hunt and her cast did a really smart job of staging and playing to the space’s strength – its intimacy. Without benefi t of set or lights, it really came down to perfor-mance. And actors Latoya Wil-liams and Jessica Kight were terrifi c as two women (one downtrodden, the other a charismatic do-gooder) who strike up a tenuous relationship over the course of waiting for a bus to Atlanta. Not an easy thing to do considering one of the characters does not speak a word during the entire play.

There is a conceit at work with this play that I won’t give away. But I will go so far as to say that mid-way through Mecca, an event occurs that left me won-dering, “What the heck just happened here?” and that affects the very nature of the piece through to the end. Needless to say, it’s pretty cool.

Mecca is a play that I would highly recommend if you’re in the mood for a thought-provoking, yet very funny theatre experience that is outside the mainstream. It kind of has an off-off Broadway, experi-mental feel to it. Oh, and leave the kiddies at home or you may fi nd yourself on the red-faced end of explaining that just because dogs are animals and people are ani-mals, why it’s not a good idea that they. . .er, um. . .you know. . .

Of course, the hard part is fi nd-ing the theatre. The New Works Writers Series leads a kind of no-madic existence, and their website has not been updated in a couple of years. After some in-depth re-searching, I found that New Works produces and conducts workshops, ethnic plays and seminars. They have produced over 50 plays, open poetry forums and musical per-formances. They also established the annual Northwest Ohio Poetry Slam in 1999. Nationally recog-nized spoken word poets such as Sonia Sanchez and Khari Kimani Turner have graced the New Works stage, and with performances as strong as Late Bus To Mecca, it’s surprising that the NWWS doesn’t make more arts news in the area.For more information, 419-380-8464/www.newworkswritersseries.org

theater events[friday, march 5]Murder Gets the Vote:

Mystery DinnerFollow the twists and

turns with dogged Detective Horsit as he tries to find out who killed Senator Samuel Snootful and the ravishing singer, Suzanne Steamy. This dinner

involves mystery and mayhem as Metroparks

hosts the Memory Works dinner theater cast for a whodunit evening. See

website for reservations. 6pm. $40 members, $50 non-members. Wildwood Manor House, 5100 W. Central Ave. 419-407-9700. www.metroparkstoledo.com.

[saturday, march 13]The Designated Mourner Woven out of three monologues, Wallace Shawn’s new play is a masterful drama about the self, politics, and the pursuit of aesthetic subtleties in brutal times. The play takes place in what seems to be the present or the near future in an unnamed Western country that is undergoing political conflict. Part of the Edgy Rep series. 8pm. $10. Trinity Episcopal Church, 1 Trinity Plaza. 419-243-9277. www.toledorep.org.

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Free and FOCUSedNow in its tenth year of presenting free,

independent, first-run feature films, the Toledo-Lucas County Public Library announces its schedule for the 2010 Film FOCUS series. Showcasing a thought-provoking, indie film every Monday through April 12, the series kicks off Monday, March 8 with In Search of Memory, the story of an irrepressible and brilliant neuroscientist who examines human memory in a compelling personal quest to find his past in WWII Vienna. All films start at 6:45 p.m. Main Library, McMaster Center, 325 Michigan St. For full schedule, www.toledolibrary.org.

Class for the classicsLearn more about classic film cinema

with Lourdes College’s Lifelong Learning program. The monthly program, open to anyone with an interest in pursuing an educational journey, begins sharing classic films and shorts starting Friday, March 19 with “Wide Open Faces” (1938) at 12:30 p.m. Facilitated by the Collingwood Arts Center’s Evan J. Chase, the film series takes learners back to the golden age of movies. Films follow regular Lifelong Learning meetings, which meet monthly on the third Friday in the Franciscan Center Theatre. $20, includes lunch and movie. Reservations required. For info, 419-824-3703/www.lourdes.edu.

‘Sky’s’ the limitRally with regional activists and the

Toledo Women’s Bar Association for a night of accountability. The Ethiopian

Women’s Lawyers Association wants you to join in the fight to enforce a new “Family Code” law to end child bride abduction and forced marriage in Ethiopia. A nationwide screening of “Half the Sky” takes place Thursday, March 4, with a local showing at the Maumee 18 Cinema de Lux at 7:30 p.m. Based on the book of the same name, “Half the Sky” brings attention to the oppression of women and girls in the developing world and the importance of being a global citizen. $12.50. Maumee 18 Cinema de Lux, 1360 Conant St., Maumee. www/halftheskylive.com.

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Much ado about theaterLourdes College’s Theater Vision

continues its 25th season supporting the up-and-coming drama community with one of Shakespeare’s most beloved comedies on Tuesday, March 9. “Much Ado About Nothing” is a story featuring two couples—one completely devoted to each other, the other always locking horns, seemingly immune to love’s charms. Presented by the National Players, this fast-paced performance is full of friendship, betrayal, mistaken identity, hilarious antics and the power of love.

Students are encouraged to attend several interactive sessions, presented by the National Players cast during this special Theater Vision Day. After the play, students are served lunch, and explore what occurs behind the scenes. 10 a.m. $12. 419-824-3986/www.lourdes.edu.

Loyal Lucretia

Witness a timeless story of love and betrayal as the Toledo Opera presents “Lucretia” at the Valentine Theatre on Saturday, March 13-Sunday, March 14. In this production, hauntingly beautiful music is married to an ancient Roman tale. Written by Benjamin Britten, the opera follows the men of the Roman army as they discover that during their absence,

their wives have faithlessly betrayed them, except Lucretia. The young Roman soldier Tarquinius plots to test her fidelity. First presented in 1946 at the

Glyndebourne Festival in England, Lucretia is a simple story told in a brutally direct fashion; a timeless opera sung in English. Saturday at 7 p.m., Sunday at 2 p.m. For tickets, www.toledoopera.org. Valentine Theatre, 410 Adams St. 419-242-2787/ www.valentinetheatre.com.

Cookin’ up a comedyPut your finest dress clothes on, we’re going

to the church...basement. The Stranahan Theater presents two performances of “Church Basement Ladies” on Tuesday, March 16. A celebration of the church basement kitchen and the women who work there, “Church Basement Ladies”, set in 1964, is a new musical comedy, featuring four distinct characters, highlighting their relationships as they organize the food and solve the problems of a rural Minnesota church about to undergo changes. 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. $22-$32. Stranahan Theater, 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd. 419-381-8851/ www.stranahantheater.com.

Wasserstein’s witWendy Wasserstein’s “Third” debuts at

the Village Players Theatre Friday, March 5, with a stellar cast and crew from the local theatre scene. Starring Maryjo Gavin and James MacFarlane, this timely comedy tells the story of college professor Laurie Jameson, whose seemingly well-ordered life as a wife, mother and daughter is thrown into disarray when she accuses a student—an outwardly stereotypical jock nicknamed “Third”—of plagiarism. Defined by its smart dialogue, crackling wit and wryness, “Third” is a prime example of what made the late Wasserstein a prominent female playwright of the last 20 years. Runs through Saturday, March 20. 8 p.m. $14. Village Players Theatre, 2740 Upton Ave. 419-472-6817/www.thevillageplayers.org. —ER

Poets gone MADDStudent poets involved in the MADD

(Making A Direct Difference) Poets Society perform their stand-up poetry at the Toledo-Lucas County Public Library Mott

Branch on Tuesday, March 9. Originally coinciding with Black History Month in February, the MADD Poets Society Family Night was rescheduled due

to inclement weather. Poems centered around the topic of Black

History Month, and written and

performed by talented Lucas County student poets. Join David

Bush, Mott Branch employee and founder of MADD Poets Society for this free literary event. The evening also features a live dance performance set to the music of Michael Jackson. 6 p.m. Mott Branch, 1085 Dorr St. 419-259-5230/toledolibrary.org. For more info, www.maddpoetssociety.org. —ER

also playing[sunday, march 14]CasablancaThis classic film of 1942 stars Humphrey Bogart, Claude Rains, Ingrid Bergman and the wonderful Dooley Wilson as Sam. 2:30, 4:30 and 7pm. $3.50. Maumee Indoor Theater, 601 Conant St., Maumee. 419-897-8902. www.greateasterntheatres.org.

[thursday, march 11]Roxie HartThe film focuses on a showgirl who confesses to a Chicago murder in the hope the publicity will propel her faltering show business career. The film was a remake of the 1927 silent movie Chicago, which had been based on a play by Maurine Dallas Watkins, a journalist who had found her inspiration in two real-life Chicago trials she had covered for the press. Part of the Reel Talk movie series. 10am. Free. Way Library, 101 E. Indiana. www.waylibrary.info.

[tuesday, march 16]Shotgun Stories Jeffrey Nichols’ directorial debut centers on the misdirected anger of two sets of half brothers that escalates after their father’s death. The interaction between brothers Kid, Son, and Boy reveal the importance of family ties, while their confrontations with their father’s other sons helps to deconstruct such a concept. 7:30pm. Free. Gish Film Theater - Hannah Hall, Bowling Green State University. 419-372-GISH. www.bgsu.edu/gish.


One bead at a timeTMA encourages community

participation in The Bead Goes Onby Kelly McGilvery

A unique community art project is currently tak-ing shape at the Toledo Mu-seum of Art, and museum officials would like as many Toledoans as possible to get involved. At least 10,000 beads are needed to build a three-panel curtain at the Glass Pavilion. Workshops and studio time are offered as part of The Bead Goes On, TMA’s community en-gagement project that runs through autumn. A portion of one curtain panel is cur-rently displayed at the Glass Pavilion, and is al-ready a stunning example of creativity in glass, clay, metals and fiber. While many of the hundreds of beads were created on-site in museum studios by workshop participants, art students, and TMA employees, the museum is also seeking beads from artists working off-site, often from locations around the country.

The Glass Pavilion’s Flameworking Studio is located on the building’s first floor, with a bank of windows overlooksing Parkwood Avenue and the Professional Build-ing. Once the bead cur-tain is finished, this will be its permanent home. “The curtains will serve as an inspiration to stu-dents in this studio and to passersby,” said Rob-in Schultes, glass artist and TMA flameworking instructor. Schultes has been working with glass for s e v e n t e e n years, and f l a m e w o r k -ing for seven. She is one of several TMA instructors leading workshops and classes creating beads for the project. In addition to glass beads, participants can create beads from fibers, metals, clay and more.

In the flameworking studio, Schultes discussed the project while demonstrat-ing the process of making glass beads. There is an agility required when making glass beads, a manual dexterity akin to rubbing your stomach and patting your head simultaneously. After repeating the process several times while adding more colors, Schultes set the mandrel in a toolbox annealer, a device which gradually lowers its internal tempera-ture so that glass pieces cool slowly to avoid breakage.

After watching Schultes’ demon-stration, I tried out the process myself. Though I’ve spent virtually my entire life in Toledo, this was my first experi-

ence working with glass. I had initially wondered how diffi-cult the process could be, but there was something about the clarifying nature of work-ing with both hands several inches from a torch flame that answered the question for me. Coordinating the man-drel and glass rod within the flame while maintaining the accumulating glass bead at a steady temperature, I was a little overwhelmed in a way similar to the kid with two left feet in a foxtrot workshop. Eventually, with Schultes’ help, I finished two beads and donated them to the curtain project. I’m glad for the ex-perience, which helped me to understand the appeal of working with glass, as well as its enduring legacy in Toledo.

A section of the curtain is currently displayed in the Glass Pavilion on a metal

frame with wheels, so it can be moved around the museum cam-pus for showings in different gal-leries. The beads vary in shape, size and color. Clay beads repre-senting animals and abstract met-al shapes are shown next to glass beads made in the flameworking studio. TMA has also received beads sent from participants in other places as well as those made by local students. “The idea that a kid can participate in this, and that his beads may be on the curtain next to those of a famous artist, is really exciting to me,” said Schultes. “His work could potentially be on display for years to come.”

An estimated 10,000 beads are needed to complete the cur-tain. “We’ve really just gotten the project going this year, and we’re hoping that by October we’ll have

the beads we need,” said Schultes. In addition to soliciting participation from the Toledo community, bead entries are welcomed from artists around the world. Schultes described opportunities to get involved by making beads. “We’re doing a lot with this project. There are work-shops for making metal beads, fabric beads, clay beads, and glass beads.” For more information about The Bead Goes On, including a list of related classes and workshops, visit TMA’s website at www.toledomuseum.org/events/community

Community members create colorful beads

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Goes On.


Aqua freshHar Simrit Singh transcends street art with his new gallery show by Nathan Mattimoe

Artist Har Simrit Singh (A.K.A Doug Curtis, Type-O) bridges the gap between worlds that often seem contradictory - from fine art to street art, the spiritual to the physical, the inward and the outward self, public and commercial. By incorpo-rating elements of graffiti, graphic de-sign, silk screening, illustration, typogra-phy and collage, Singh’s paintings invoke a sense of the many layers of the physical and spiritual world and how they relate to the human condition both personal and cultural. As a member of the B-Col-lective (along with Yusuf Lateef and Adam Russel) and the Rise Above graf-fiti crew, these themes are pushed and explored to their fullest, both personally and communally. Singh’s solo show, Rius Aqua, opens at Bozarts, 151 S. St. Clair, on March 5 with a reception starting at 6 p.m. A closing reception takes place on March 30 (which just so happens to be Singh’s 30th birthday.) TCP sat down with Singh in his downtown studio to dis-cuss art and graffiti.

How did you initially become the artist you are today?:

I got into art as a kid with drawing. Comic books were a big part of that. I drew a lot of comic book characters like a lot of kids do. In junior high and high school I got heavily into skate boarding and was influenced by skate-influenced graphics and graffiti, ‘80s art. All through

high school, graffiti was the main influ-ence. The teachers hated it and would ar-gue that it wasn’t real art which became a motivation so to speak to prove them wrong. After high school I went to the Art Institute of Pittsburgh which was great because it’s an older school and they re-ally focused on foundations like drawing and hands-on type stuff as opposed to all digital and that sort of thing. I needed a little reprieve from the cold midwest weather and transferred to the Art In-stitute in Phoenix where I finished my bachelor’s in graphic design.

What is your preferred media?:

I like a little bit of everything in my paintings - aerosol art, design work, silk screening and traditional illustration along with more traditonal print making techniques. I often paint on wood pan-els that I build or a friend builds for me. Aerosol is obviously a big part, but also acrylics, pigment-based inks and collage elements like torn paper. I’m getting into making vinyl stencils which are showing up more in my work. I just recently got into metal smithing, which adds a struc-tural element to my work.

What does graffiti mean as an art form to you, what is its intent personally?:

Graffiti is a powerful tool. It is public

- it isn’t just visable by a select few like say in a gallery. It’s ac-cesible by the community. It also gives me an opportunity to inter-act with people as I am creating a piece. The roots of graffiti are meant to contradict the more negative forces in the city and try to create something positive or add beauty to the environ-ment, counteracting the pollu-tion of commercial advertise-ment. It is also an art form that speaks well to young people, so it’s a powerful tool to educate young people in a non-sterile way. Kids are captivated by it. There is a magic involved in creating something with a spray can. It is also a really quick me-dium to work with. You can cover a large area in a short period of time. With the acrylic painting and the il-lustration I do it’s a lot slower process, with graffiti it almost has this element of performance art in it. It’s fun to watch and see how it all comes together.

Who are your artistic influences?:

As far as illustration and painting a few that I’ve always been influenced by are Frank Frazetta, Sam Kieth, and Dali

and the surrealist movement. As far as graffiti goes here in Toledo Jerry Hazard (Haz) was a local legend and took a lot of us under his wing and steared us in the right direction. I also have to mention other locals like Heist and Spiz. Outside Toledo - legendary graf artists Mear One, Serk 2 and Fyce.Singh’s exhibit shows at Bozarts March5-30. 151 S. St. Clair, Toledo.

Pop into ParkwoodThe Arts Commission

of Greater Toledo continues its artistically diverse exhibit “Carnick, Norman and Onodera” at the Parkwood Gallery. Running through Friday, March 12, this group exhibition features work by three completely original local artists. Come see large acrylic paintings by Andrea Carnick, digital work by Beverly Norman and experimental jewelry by Masako Onodero. Parkwood Gallery, 1838 Parkwood Ave. 419-254-2787/www.acgt.org.

Fabric-liciousFiber artists are wanted to participate in

the Perrysburg Area Arts Council’s third annual Fiber Art Show, scheduled for Saturday, June 5 and Sunday, June 6 at the 577 Foundation. The juried art show is a showcase of innovative uses of fiber media, including, but not limited to, art quilts, needle arts, wearable art, experimental fiber, textile collage and weaving. Monetary awards given for People’s Choice and Best Of Show. Deadline is Thursday, April 1, so submit your pieces today. Individual artists may submit up to three pieces, $15 entry fee. 419-873-2787/www.perrysburgarts.org/fiberart.

Bras gone wildBust out those bras, ladies (and brave

gents), it’s time for the 2010 Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Battle of the Brassiere Project. This “comp.bra.tition” seeks creators of the most fabulous, funniest, or fancy bra. Sponsored by the American Cancer Society, the decorative bra competition takes place at the Town Center

at Levis C o m m o n s .

Bras will be on display through the month of

April, leading up to the breast cancer

walk on Saturday, May 8. Don’t procrastinate, get those creative undergarments underway today. Submissions, along with contact info, can be dropped off at Second Sole at Levis Commons. You can also drop off or mail them to The American Cancer Society Northwest Ohio Office, 740 Commerce Dr. Suite B., Perrysburg, Ohio 43551. Submissions accepted through May 1. For more info, 888-227-6446 ext. 5206

Shot and framedThe Toledo Museum of Art offers

plenty of hands-on workshops this month to help inspire the creative geniuses inside us all. Sunday, March 7 honors Gordon Parks (poet, musician and photographer) with a free framing workshop. “Get Framed!” will feature jazz music while you decorate your own frame and write a caption for your image. Workshop runs 2-4 p.m. Friday, March 12 calls out to all aspiring photographers. The workshop titled “Setting Up the Shot” provides tips on what to look for and how to capture the perfect image. Bring your own camera, and professionals will demonstrate the best arrangement for an incredible photograph. 7:30 p.m. For more info, www.toledomuseum.org. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000.

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Singh combines portraiture with elements of garaphic art and graffiti in his new series of work.


eventsfriday 5Children’s Art Exhibit Opening Reception, 6pm. The Annual Children’s Art Exhibit celebrates March Youth Art Month with several Toledo Elementary Public Schools and local art teacher Elizabeth Lane’s students showing off their creativity in a diverse array of media. Space 237 Galleries and ClaySpace, 237 N. Michigan St. 419-255-5117. www.space237.com. Through March 26.

ongoing Seder Burns and Jody Russ, Jody’s work is of a series of her personal sketchbooks exploring the relationship between the public and private. Seder’s work is a series of photographs on local beekeeping and honey production. Downtown Latte’, 44 S. Saint Claire, 419-340-4764. www.downtownlatte.com. Through March 5.

Black History Month Exhibit, The 15th annual exhibit features work by Aaron S. Bivins, with guest artists Wil Clay, Charles T. Gabriel, Jr. Marcus Nunn, John Wade III, Mack Walton, Warren Woodberry and Yolanda Woodberry. 20 North Gallery, 18 N. St. Clair St. Through March 6.

Carnick, Norman, Onodera, The group exhibit features large acrylic paintings by Andrea Carnick, digital work by Beverly Norman and experimental jewelry by Masako Onodera. Parkwood Gallery, 1838 Parkwood Ave., Toledo. 419-254-2787. www.acgt.org. Through March 12.

UT Department of Art Juried Student Art Showcase, The University of Toledo Department of Art is proud to showcase the work of its students in an annual juried exhibit. Sculptor and Wayne State art faculty member, Eric Troffkin, serves as juror. UT Center for Visual Arts, 620 Grove Place. www.utoledo.edu/as/art. Through March 21.

A Family Affair Art Exhibition, Family members and professional artists Louis, Susan and Matthew Kruger are known for using mixed media and the social commentary act as a common thread in the fabric of their artistic work. A Family Affair art exhibit combines an array of fibers, photographs and digital imagery to create a “carnival like” atmosphere. Walter E. Terhune Gallery, Owens Community College, Oregon Rd., Northwood. 567-661-2721. www.owens.edu. Through March 27.

March Art Showcase, This month’s Art Showcase features art from the Sunshine Studio on display and for sale through the month of March. Georgette’s Grounds and Gifts, 311 Conant, Maumee. 419-891-8888. www.georgettes.org. Through March 31

Absolut Europa, River House Arts gallery presents a fine-art print show with pieces by many famous artists including Miro, Vogel, Kandinsky and Dali. River House Arts, 115 W. Front St., Perrysburg. 419-874-8900. www.river-house-arts.com. Through April 3.

Toledo Museum of Art2445 Monroe St. 419.255.8000www.toledomuseum.org

it’s friday Open until 10pm.

March 5 Create a glass flower in an Art Hour session ($15 members/$25 nonmembers), enjoy Irish music with Extra Stout, view glass-blowing demonstrations and take a public tour.

March 12 Create a glass flower in an Art Hour session ($15 members/$25 nonmembers), make glass beads in a Flameworking session ($15 members/$25 nonmembers) and view glass-blowing demonstrations with featured artist Eric Slawson.

starting march12 Mexico’s Toledo, Francisco Toledo is inspired by Mexican culture, his native state of Oaxaca, and his Zapotic heritage. Using surrealist influences and a deep knowledge of printmaking technique, Toledo’s art shows an appreciation for the aesthetics of nature. Located in Gallery 18. Through May 9.

ongoing exhibitions Bare Witness: Photographs by Gordon Parks, Pioneer-ing photographer, journalist, and film director Gordon Parks captured a cross section of the human experience—from wealth to poverty, fame to obscurity in his visually arresting images. Perhaps best known as the director of the Holly-wood hit Shaft, Parks was first acknowledged as a master of the photographic arts. Through April 25.

Whistler: Influences, Friends and the Not-So-Friendly, Featuring works on paper from the Toledo Museum of Art’s renowned collection, the exhibition highlights the talents of the iconic American artist James Abbott McNeill Whistler (1834–1903), positioning his work within the context of his contemporaries, influences, friends, and enemies. As a printmaker, Whistler was a leading personality among all modern etchers. Through May 30.

A photograph by Seder Burns on display at Downtown Latte through March 5.

Flatlanders Art Gallery11993 E. US 223Blissfield. 517-486-4591. www.flatlandersculpture.com

With Technical Assistance, Flatland-ers Art Galleries proudly presents this exhibit with the TAs of Adrian College, featuring artists John Ahearn, Janel Dziesinski, and Meghan Walton. Through April 3. Switch Hitters III, Features sculpture by Ken Tohmpson and John Leyland. Through April 25.

Leslie Adams: Recent Drawings, The show features recent drawings by local portrait artist Leslie Adams. Through April 25.

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wednesday 3[ education ] TOPICS Camera Club, Guest speaker, Ms. Sharon Cummings, gives a presentation entitled “How to Improve Your Nature Photography.” 7pm. Way Public Library, 101 E. Indiana Ave., Perrysburg.

[ literary ] Authors! Authors! Series Featuring Mike Farrell, Producer and star of the show M*A*S*H, Farrell is also a human rights activist and speaks out on his opposition of the death penalty. His books include Of Mule and Men, and Just Call Me Mike: A Journey to Actor and Activist. 7pm. $10, $8 for students. Great Hall at the Stranahan Theater, 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd. 419-259-5207. www.toledolibrary.org.

[ spiritual fitness ] Zen Buddhist Evening Practice, This traditional Zen Buddhist Wednesday evening practice at the Toledo Zen Center includes liturgy, Zen meditation, a talk and discussion. 7:15pm. Free will offering of $10 suggested. Shobu Aikido of Ohio, 6537 Angola Rd., Holland. 419-861-1163. www.toledozen.org.

[ miscellaneous ] Law Day, Get free legal advice presented by the Thurgood Marshall Law Association. 6-8pm. Free. Frederick Douglass Community Center, 1001 Indiana Ave. 419-244-6722.

thursday 4[ education ] Eberly Center for Women Brown Bag Luncheon, Abby Youngs, General Manager, Phoe-nix Food Coop presents “Cooperatives in our Com-munity.” 12:30pm. Free. Catharine S. Eberly Center for Women, University of Toledo, Tucker Hall 0168. 419-530-8570. www.womenscenter.utoledo.edu.

Landscape Design for Wildlife, This five-part series introduces the elements of landscape design and allow participates to draft a formal landscape plan for their property while incorporating native plants, feeding stations and water features to attract watchable wildlife. See website to register. 6:30pm. Wildwood Metropark, 5100 W. Central. 419-407-9700. www.metroparkstoledo.com.

[ outdoors ] March Forth on March Fourth, On the only day of the year that is a command, enjoy a walk across the battlefield of Fallen Timbers. Discover the path of Anthony Wayne’s Legion and the details of the Battle of Fallen Timbers. Weather permitting. See website to register. 4pm. Sidecut Metropark, Fallen Timbers Monument, Maumee. 419-407-9700. www.metroparkstoledo.com.

friday 5[ dance ] Limitless Dance, Toledo School for the Arts danc-ers present this program featuring the contem-porary dance styles of jazz, tap, lyrical, and ballet. 7pm. Adults $10, students and seniors $5. OCC Center for Fine and Performing Arts, 30335 Oregon Rd., Perrysburg. www.ts4arts.org.

[ education ] 5th Annual Diversity Symposium, The confer-ence is geared to human resources professionals and any business persons interested in the topic of diversity. Featured speakers are Mark Butler, “Making a Business Case for Diversity” and Linda Mansour, “Can’t We All Focus on Being Good People? Seeing Beyond Someone’s Religion” and keynote speaker, Victor Antonio, “Diversity – A New Perspective.” Emcee for the event is Sashem Brey, WTVG-TV 13 Anchor/Reporter. 7:30am-12pm. $50-$75. The Pinnacle, 1772 Indian Wood Circle, Maumee. 419-725-5205. www.toledoshrm.org.

[ singles ] Glass City Singles: Fortune Cookie Blast, The hostess hands out fortune cookies containing a future prediction. Be sure to share them with your friends both present and future. $8. 8pm-11:55pm. Gladieux Meadows, 4480 Heatherdowns Rd. 734-856-8963. www.toledosingles.com.

[ sports ] Toledo Walleye Hockey, The Walleye take on the Trenton Devils. 7pm. $15. Lucas County Arena, 500 Jefferson Ave. www.toledowalleye.com.

[ miscellaneous ] Women Alive’s 25th Anniversary, The event cel-ebrates the 25th Anniversary of the Women Alive! Coalition which honors women’s history month. Featured is a plaque dedication for Ottabee Sims, local educator, public servent, minister, and realtor. Lunch speaker is Jennifer Moyer Geirger who will discuss “The Harvey Girls,” western pioneer wait-resses in spotless uniforms who served “blue-plate specials.” Call for reservations. 11:30am-2:30pm. $10 lunch. 419-243-9952. Kent Branch Library, 3101 Collingwood Blvd.

Do good and dodgesaturday6Fans of the cult movie “Dodgeball” know Patches O’Houlihan’s five Ds of Dodgeball well: dodge, duck, dip, dive and dodge. But Toledo’s Just Play Sports Now along with the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society have added a sixth D to the rulebook: Donate. Saturday, March 6th, Just Play Sports Now and the charity that raises money to support blood cancer research and patient services will host a one day Dodgeball tourna-ment. Companies, families, friends and individuals are invited to play at Gold Medal in Rossford from noon-5 p.m., where you’ll be entered into a single elimination tournament. A portion of all proceeds go to the Leuke-mia and Lymphoma Society, so don your sweatbands

and gym shorts for a good time and a great cause. Sign yourself or your team up at www.justplaysportsnow.com for a discounted prepay rate of $25 per individual and $150 per 6 person team, or call Daniel at 419-283-4503 to pay by check. Day-of registration is also available starting at 11am for $30 per individual and $180 per 6 person team. —CE

saturday 6[ benefit ] Cheap and Chic, Shop an assortment of discount-ed items made available by many local boutiques. Proceeds benefit Toledo Children’s Hospital. 10am-4pm. $5. Navy Bistro, 26 Main St. 419-843-7200. www.loftandhome.com.

Mary Immaculate School Spaghetti Dinner and Raffle, Raffle prizes include a one night stay at a Kalahari African suite with free waterpark passes, an iPOD Touch 8GB, and an American Girl Doll. General raffles throughout the evening. 4pm-7pm. $5-$7. Notre Dame Academy, 3535 W. Sylvania Ave.

[ comedy ] Royal Comedy Tour, Comedians Sommore, Bruce Bruce and Don “D.C.” Curry bring the funny for one night. Call or see website for ticket info. 8pm. Stranahan Theater, 4645 Heatherdowns Rd. 1-800-745-3000. www.stranahantheater.com.

[ health ] A Day of Harmony and Wellness, Chicks for Charity and Harmony in Life present a day to bring harmony and balance to your life. Mini sessions are offered in Thai massage, chair yoga, chair massage, vibrational attunement with tuning forks and life coaching. Call to reserve your space. $30. 10am-4pm. Harmony in Life, 5747 Main St., Sylvania. 419-517-0047. www.harmonyinlifecenter.com.

[ outdoors ] Travel Circle: Beijing Olympics, Spend an afternoon with Hostelling International. Hike or ski at 1pm, weather permitting. Enjoy a slide show

presented by Jack McBride following at 2pm. 1pm. Sidecut Metropark, Lamb Center, 1025 W. River Rd. 419-407-9700. www.metroparkstoledo.com.

[ sports ] Toledo Walleye Hockey, The Walleye take on the Charlotte Checkers. $15. 7pm. Lucas County Arena, 500 Jefferson Ave. www.toledowalleye.com.

sunday 7[ dance ] Northwest Ohio Dance Club, This dance includes swing, hustle, latin, country western, ballroom, and line dancing from 5pm-9pm. Come early for west coast swing dance lessons, 4pm-5pm. Lessons are free for members and $5 for guest members. Call for tickets. Members $5, guests $10. The Toledo Yacht Club, 3900 N. Summit St. 419-376-6071.

[ education ] Organics 101, Learn crop rotations, planting schedules and varieties to get the most value from your garden. Entice pollinators with native plants and make a Mason Bee house. Bring a sample of your soil to get tested and sample garden foods. Sponsored by Olander Park System, Lucas County Soil and Water Conservation District and The 577 Foundation. Call or see website to register. 1pm-4pm. $25. The 577 Foundation, 577 River Rd., Perrysburg. 419-874-4174. www.577foundation.org.

Momentum 2010, Momentum 2010 Northwest Ohio Young Women’s Summit features keynote speaker Kristin Brown from WTVG, who discusses “A Girl’s Guide to Gaining Momentum in Life.” The afternoon will be filled with motivational speakers as well as small interactive groups, led by talented, knowledgeable women who will share informa-tion and experiences. Free to young women in the

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Back to the Baysaturday13Are you on a boat? The Toledo Yacht Club sure hopes so. Help them celebrate the warmer times that are almost upon us at the annual Back to the Bay party Saturday, March 13. This public event features live music by 56 Daze on the main floor, and dance music with a live DJ on the lower level. Hop aboard! 6 p.m. $5. Toledo Yacht Club, 3900 N. Summit St. 419-726-3485/www.toledoyachtclub.com. —ER

7th through 12th grade. See website to register. 12pm.-5pm. Free. Dana Conference Center, 3100 Glendale Ave. 419-321-0023. www.momentum2010toledo.eventbrite.com.

March Lecture Series, Join the Friends of Pear-son Sundays for a lecture series discussing various products from the forest and how these shaped the

Blarney O’ PapalisThe Blarney Irish Pub and Pizza Papalis601 Huron St.Friday, March 12-Saturday, March 13Toledo’s biggest pre-Patty’s Day celebration with beer tent, live music and special appear-ance by Leprechaun Paddy O’Rielly. Friday 4 p.m. - 1 a.m., Saturday 7 p.m. - 1 a.m. $5. www.theblarneyirishpub.com

20th Annual Hibernian St. Patrick’s FestivalSullivan Center at Central Catholic High School 2550 Cherry St.Friday, March 12-Saturday, March 13Family-friendly event featuring live music, Irish dancers, Irish food, trip to Ireland raffle, a student art fair (All things Irish), kids korner, and Irish and American beer on tap. Friday 5 p.m. - midnight, Saturday 11 a.m. - midnight. $6, 13 and under free with an adult. www.tolaoh.com

Irish Jiggs DinnerSidelines Sports Eatery - 2111 Mellwood Ave.Sunday, March 14Traditional Irish dinner and entertainment by Punching Buddha. Raffle and door prizes. 1-4 p.m. $20. Proceeds benefit the Toledo Northwestern Ohio Food Bank. 419-474-0000

Irish Bluegrass LunchGlass City Cafe - 1107 Jackson St.Wednesday, March 17The Blowing Grains play all your favorite Irish

bluegrass tunes during the lunch rush. Noon. Free. www.glasscitycafe.com

13th Annual St. Patrick’s Day PartyMickey Finn’s Pub - 602 Lagrange St.Wednesday, March 17It’s St. Patrick’s Day the 17th of every month at Mickey Finn’s, but March is a real cause for celebration, featuring all day specials, Jigg’s dinner and appearance by Paddy Murphy, Bobby May Drybones Revival and Boogie Matrix Mechanism. 11- 2:30 a.m. www.mickeyfinnspub.com

St. Patrick’s Day PartyChuck’s on Monroe4477 Monroe St.Wednesday, March 17Toledo’s wildest St. Patty’s Day party, featuring Jiggs dinner, green beer, real leprechauns and tunes spun by DJ Matt Lewis. 10am-2:30 a.m. www.chucksonmonroe.com

Dixieland and Corn BeefSouthBriar Restaurant 5147 Main St., SylvaniaWednesday, March 17Enjoy music by Ray Heitger’s N’Orleans Dixeland Jass Jam and a corn beef dinner special. 7 p.m. Price TBA. www.southbriar.biz

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[ sports ] Toledo Walleye Hockey, The Walleye take on the Charlotte Checkers. $15. 5:30pm. Lucas County Arena, 500 Jefferson Ave. www.toledowalleye.com.

[ miscellaneous ] Sauder Village Bridal Show, From the wedding dress and flowers to decorations, food and photos – this show provides an afternoon of information and inspiration. 12pm-4pm. $5. Sauder Village, 2661 St. Rt. 2, Archbold. 800-590-9755. www.saudervillage.org.

tuesday 9[ comedy ] Jim Breuer, Breuer is most noted for his time as a cast member on Saturday Night Live and starring in the 1998 cult “stoner comedy” Half-Baked. Half-Baked. Half-Baked7:30pm. $27. Fat Fish Blue Home of the Funny Bone, 6140 Levis Commons Blvd., Perrysburg. 419-931-3474. www.toledofunnybone.com.

[ health ] Tai Chi for Adults, Participants view a demon-stration of the Yang style Short Form Tai Chi and learn basic moves that can be practiced at home. Wear loose, comfortable clothing and supportive shoes. Call to register. Toledo-Lucas County Library - Sanger Branch, 3030 W. Central Ave. 419-259-5370. www.toledolibrary.org.

Luck of the IrishA quick look at St. Patty’s Day events


St. Patrick’s Festivalfriday12 - saturday13May the luck of the Irish be with you at the 20th annual St. Patrick’s Festival on Friday, March 12- Saturday, March 13 at Catholic Central High School. Promoted as Toledo’s “only Irish festival,” the event features food, music and a chance to win a trip to Ireland through a raffle. Don’t miss performances by John Connolly & Co., Knot Fibb’n, Extra Stout and Clusterfolk. Live dance numbers by Ardan Academy Irish Dancers and Molly’s Irish Dancers. This event is co-sponsored by Adams Street Publishing Co. Friday, 5 p.m.-midnight, Saturday, 11 a.m.-midnight. $6. Central Catholic High School, 2550 Cherry St. www.tolaoh.com. —ER

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thursday 4 Women’s Entrepeneurial Network Marketing Roundtable This meeting will be for WEN members only to brainstorm with fellow WEN members about the challenges, ideas, successes and failures you have had in marketing your business. Call or see website to find out how to become a member. 9:30am. Nedleys Ice Cream and Coffee Cafe, 200 E. Boundary St., Perrysburg. www.wen-usa.com.

friday 12 Women’s Connection West LuncheonThe luncheon features Stacy Gardner from the Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory and special speaker Mary Haddad as she shares “Survival and Success in the Search for Significance.” Call for reservations by Monday, March 8. 11:15am-1:15pm. $14. 419-841-9653. Sylvania Country Club, 5201 Corey Rd.

[ poetry ] Madd Poets Society Family Night In Celebra-tion of Black History Month, The Toledo-Lucas County Public Library joins Madd Poets Society in celebrating Black History Month with an evening of poetry. Join David Bush, Mott employee and founder of Madd Poets Society, at this free event of creativity and poetry. Madd is an acronym for Making A Direct Difference, and is comprised of talented young poets throughout Lucas County. 6pm-7pm. Toledo-Lucas County Library - Mott Branch Library, 1085 Dorr St. 419-259-5230. www.toledolibrary.org.

[ spiritual fitness ] Today and Beyond Ecumenical Bereavement Support Group, All who are grieving the loss of a loved one are welcome. Confidentiality, respect for others, and support are always present. The group offers monthly support meetings. Please bring an object that reflects the significance of your relationship/memory with your loved one. 6:30pm-8pm. Christ the King Church, Parish Meeting Room, 4100 Harvest Lane. 419-475-4348.

[ miscellaneous ] Anti-Cruelty Measure Campaign Kick-off, A historic ballot initiative campaign is now underway to prevent some of the cruelest factory farming practices in Ohio. Volunteers all over the state are communicating with their fellow citizens and starting to gather more than 600,000 signatures to place a measure on the November 2010 ballot. Volunteer petitioners are needed to make this vital effort a success. Find out how you can help. 6pm. Toledo Humane Society, 1920 Indian Wood Circle, Maumee. www.toledohumanesociety.com.

wednesday 10[ miscellaneous ] Twist, Resale shop, Twist, opens their doors for their monthly 4-day sale. Twist, 4330 Monroe St. Through March 13.


Stop by the 2445thursday11The Toledo Museum of Art teams up with Toledo City Paper, Heidelberg Distributing and Guitar Center to present the next 2445 Series: The Art of Funk, Thursday, March 11. The second of four events in the series, The Art of Funk is a high-energy evening of free form creativity. An eclectic mix of ten local musicians present an extended jam session with funky band mashups like you’ve never heard, while various painters, potters and glassblowers present live demonstrations. Appearances by painters Jerry Gray and Kerry Krow of Quest for Fire Studios, potters Dan Michelsem and Julie Webster of Shine Ceramics and Glass Studio Manager and artist Jeff Mack. All pieces cre-ated during the event are available for purchase via silent auction. Delight in offbeat, original treats by Chef Erika Rapp, and an off-the-wall selection of beers, wines and liquors provided by Heidelberg Distributing. 7 p.m. $25 members/$30 nonmembers. Toledo Museum of Art Glass Pavilion, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000/www.toledomuseum.org.. —ER

thursday 11[ education ] Wolcott House Museum Guild Lecture Series, Re-enactor Diane Bishop lectures on “Living Like a Native American: A Woman’s View.” 10am. Free. To-ledo-Lucas County Library - Maumee Branch, 501 River Rd. 419-259-5360. www.toledolibrary.org.

friday 12[ benefit ] The Greater Toledo Urban League Dinner, The annual fundraiser acknowledges the services provided in the past year, reiterates their mission purpose and vision, and thanks their extremely loyal supporters. They are celebrating 100 years of service to communities across the nation through the National Urban League Movement. Keynote

speaker for the night is Marc Morial (National Urban League President). Call or see website for tickets. 6:15pm. $100. Parkway Place, 2592 Parkway Plaza, Maumee. 419-243-3343. www.gtul.org.

[ comedy ] Taylor Mason, Comedian, musician and ventrilo-quist presents an evening of good clean entertain-ment the whole family can enjoy. Proceeds fund a new roof for the church building at Toledo Grace Brethren Church. 7:30pm. $20, $25. Maumee Indoor Theater, 601 Conant St. 419-472-1212.

[ education ] Employment Law Conference, This seminar features the area’s foremost attorneys in labor and employment law. Twelve different workshops show you where potential costly mistakes exist and

provide practical guidelines for staying out of court. 8am-4pm. $185-$275. Hilton Garden Inn, Levis Commons, Perrysburg. 419-885-8505. www.employersassociation.com.

[ outdoors ] Star Watch, Learn about astronomy and interest-ing facts about constellations through an indoor presentation at the Oak Openings Lodge, followed by an outdoor sky watch. A telescope will be available to use, but you are encouraged to bring your own. If the sky is not clear, a night hike will be offered. See website to register. 7pm. $5. Oak Openings Preserve, 5598 Berkeley Southern Rd., Whitehouse. 419-407-9700. www.metroparkstoledo.com.

[ sports ] Monster Trucks, These twelve-feet tall, ten-thousand-pound machines rip up a custom-de-signed track full of obstacles to soar over or smash through. See website for times. $25, $30. Lucas County Arena, 500 Jefferson Ave. 800-745-3000. www.lucascountyarena.com.

[ miscellaneous ] Home and Garden Show, The show features exhibits of garden displays, outdoor lighting and home improvements. See website for more info. SeaGate Convention Centre, 401 Jefferson Ave. 419-255-3300. www.toledo-seagate.com.

saturday 13[ benefit ] Steppin’ Out, The Toledo Club comes alive with the funky shoe event of the season: the fifth annual Steppin’ Out Live and Silent Auction with guest auctioneer WTOL’s Jerry Anderson. Auction items include student and professional art as well as trips, home furnishings and music. All funds raised benefit the programs of Toledo School for the Arts.

Funky shoes encouraged. Admission is free, din-ner is $45. Call for dinner reservations. 6pm. The Toledo Club, 235 14th St. 419-246-8732 x224. www.ts4arts.org.

[ outdoors ] Travel Circle: Spectacular Southwest Adventure, Spend an afternoon with Hostelling International. Hike or ski at 1pm, weather permit-ting. At 2:15pm, enjoy a slide show presented by Judy Pfaffenberger. Oak Openings Preserve, Lodge, Wilkins Rd. entrance. 419-407-9700. www.metroparkstoledo.com.

sunday 14[ education ] Shades of Green: Simple things You Can Do the Help the Earth, Jamie Kochensparger, Education Specialist for Lucas Soil and Water Conservation District, presents “Shades of Green: Simple Things You Can Do to Help the Earth.” Learn simple, everyday things you can do that can add up to a big impact both in green savings and a green environment. This presentation is part of Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge Association’s “Naturally Speaking” seminar series, held on the second Sunday of each month. Ottawa Wildlife Refuge - Visitors Center, 14000 West US Rte. 2, Oak Harbor. 419-898-0014. www.fws.gov/midwest/ottawa.

monday 15[ education ] Vegetarian Vitals, The Toledo Chapter of the Weston A. Price Foundation announces the Healthy Living series of classes taught by Kris Johnson, M.S. nutrition, and Lisa Bowe, C.H.P., Health Coun-selor. The series teaches the basics of a traditional nourishing diet. Call to register. 6pm-8pm. Free. Grace Lutheran Church, 4441 Monroe St. 419-836-7637. www.WAPFToledo.org.


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WED, MARCH 3ROCK, POP, & HIP-HOP

TCP Howard’s Club H: Analog Revolution w/ Solar 8 and The Wob-bliesThe Village Idiot: The Ron Baralli Band

JAZZ, BLUES, AND R&B Degage Jazz Cafe: Gene Parker

TCP SouthBriar Restaurant: Ray Heitger’s N’Orleans Dixieland Jass Jam

ACOUSTIC, FOLK, AND ETHNIC The Distillery: Nathan Cogan

TCP Treo Restaurant: Acoustic Outcast featuring Kristie

DANCE AND TECHNO TCP The Distillery: Rock Star

Wednesdays

OTHER Bier Stube: Karaoke

TCP Daddy Oh’s: Open Mic Night w/ Jason Quick and Ben Langlois

NEW MACHINESWOODCHUCK’S/SATURDAY, MARCH 13

New Machines take a new approach to punk rock, complementing the often simpli-fied genre with saxophones. Formed in Toledo in 1998 by Eric Blair and Sam Krall, the band has seen widespread success, undoubtedly due their unusual use of three chord progres-sions mixed with jazzy horns. Influenced by a variety of genres, New Machines sound has elements of ‘70s punk, ‘80s rock, along with blues, bebop and jazz. Having grown into a five-piece over the years—featuring Blair on guitar and lead vocals, Krall on tenor and bari-tone sax, Jayant Thomas on drums, and Jim DeGregorio and Leann Wanucha on bass—this talented group of musicians resides partly in Toledo and partly in Cincinnati (making prac-tice an interesting event). Despite the dis-tance between its members, New Machines keep swinging away, and they never miss a beat. Don’t miss a rare, but impressive live show at Woodchuck’s on Saturday, March 13. 8 p.m. Free. Woodchuck’s, 224 S. Erie St. www.myspace.com/newmachines.

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The Dog House Bar and Grill: Karaoke w/ Riz PackWoodChuck’s: Karaoke w/ DJ Georgia PeachYeeha’s Bar and Grill: Karaoke NightTHU, MARCH 4ROCK, POP AND HIP-HOP Frankie’s Inner City: Seasons AfterGrumpy Dave’s Pub: Balloon Mes-sengerHoward’s Club H: Dethrats w/ Red9 and Gale Tempest

TCP Mickey Finn’s Pub: Joey and the TraitorsThe Bronze Boar: Rivers Edge

TCP The Village Idiot: The RagbirdsWoodchuck’s: Univox w/ Faux Pas, Bad Cop and The Tides

JAZZ, BLUES, AND R&B Degage Jazz Cafe: Tim Whalen

TCP Manhattan’s Restaurant: Quick TrioPapa’s Tavern: Bobby May and Friends

ACOUSTIC, FOLK, AND ETHNIC The Blarney Irish Pub: Rick Whited

DANCE AND TECHNO TCP Avalon: Temptation Thursdays

OTHERBier Stube: KaraokeMutz: KaraokeThe Ottawa Tavern: Primal Groove

FRI, MARCH 5ROCK, POP AND HIP-HOP

TCP Bier Stube: Bourbon StreetFat Fish Blue: East River DriveFrankie’s Inner City: The TossersGround Level Coffee House: Stately Mane w/ ShannonHeadliners: 2010 Rock FightsHoward’s Club H: Sweet Assult w/ Metamotive and The Black OrderMickey Finn’s Pub: Bleu Ox w/ TidesThe Bronze Boar: Noisy NeighborsThe Distillery: Steve Mullan Band

TCP The Omni: Thunderstruck (AC/DC Tribute)Woodchuck’s: Dave Richmond, Toby Moss, Eric Kleinert and Romantic Warfare




TONIC SOL-FATECUMSEH CENTER FOR THE ARTS/ SATURDAY, MARCH 6

Tonic Sol-fa create instruments with their mouths. They’re not the first group to sing a cappella but, accompanied only by a tambourine, they’re certainly a successful vocal group. Hailing from St. Cloud, Minnesota, Tonic Sol-fa has proven themselves to be the most in-demand band of their kind in the Midwest. Formed in the mid-‘90s by Mark McGowan (baritone), Shaun Johnson (lead vocals), Greg Bannwarth (tenor) and Jared Dove (bass), this singing quartet has received praise on NBC’s Today Show, The Jay Leno Show, and were recently part of Garrison Keillor’s 30th anniversary celebration of A Prairie Home Companion on NPR. They just released their sixth album, On Top of the World. Don’t miss a special public performance at the Tecumseh Center for the Arts on Saturday, March 6. 7:30 p.m. $24. Tecumseh Center for the Arts, 400 N. Maumee St., Tecumseh, MI. 517-423-6617/www.thetca.org.

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ACOUSTICS FOR AUTISMVILLAGE IDIOT/SUNDAY, MARCH 7Local musicians once again band together in support of an awareness issue that lays close to their hearts. Sun-day, March 7 is the annual Acoustics for Autism benefit, presented by the local non-profit Project iAm. This day of

amazing music, scrumptious food, exciting silent auctions and great raffle prizes goes to supporting a great cause, finding the right treat-ment for individual families with autistic children (fact: one out of ev-ery 150 children are diagnosed with autism). Don’t miss performances by Arctic Clam, Dave Carpenter and the Jaeglers, Chris Shutters, Kyle White and Sleep in Aether. Noon-2 a.m. Free. The Village Idiot, 309 Conant St. 419-893-7281/ www.aboutprojectiam.com.

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JAZZ, BLUES, AND R&B TCP Degage Jazz Cafe: Gay

GalvinManhattan’s Restaurant: FrostbiteMurphy’s Place: Glenda McFarlin

ACOUSTIC, FOLK, AND ETHNIC The Blarney Irish Pub: Kyle White w/ Cheap Celebutantes

COUNTRY AND BLUEGRASS The Village Idiot: Kentucky Chrome

DANCE AND TECHNO TCP The Ottawa Tavern: This Is

Not Stylex (DJ sets by four members of Stylex)

TCP Wesley’s Bar: Old School Fridays w/ DJs Folk, Perrine and N. Mattimoe

OTHERThe Dog House Bar and Grill: Karaoke w/ Riz Pack

TCP The Franciscan Center of Lourdes College: Dan And Don: The Concert

SAT, MARCH 6ROCK, POP AND HIP-HOP Fat Fish Blue: East River Drive

TCP Frankie’s (Historic Lower Basement): Sinker w/ Dr. Manhattan and Extra! Extra!

TCP Ground Level Coffee House: Great Lakes Crew w/ My Family Needs FoodHeadliners: Battle of the Bands with Hush Hush Love, Year of Resistance, Team Nate and more

TCP Lyman Harbor: Put-in-Paloo-za w/ Empire Drift, Killer Flamingos, Bob Gatewood & Calabash and Ray Fogg

TCP Players: Grand Opening w/ Death By RodeoSidelines at the Arena: 427The Black Cherry: Ironclad w/ Death in Custody and Bad AssetsThe Bronze Boar: See AliceThe Distillery: The MenusThe Village Idiot: Polka FloydTony Packo’s: Voodoo Libido

TCP WoodChuck’s: Measure The Red Shift w/ Pavidus and Laid in Stone

JAZZ, BLUES, AND R&B Degage Jazz Cafe: Gay Galvin

Manhattan’s Restaurant: The Swamp KingsMurphy’s Place: Johnny O’Neal

ACOUSTIC, FOLK, AND ETHNIC

TCP Navy Bistro: Shane PiaseckiSwig: Dave CarpenterWebber’s Waterfront Restaurant and Lounge: Junkanoo Brothers

COUNTRY AND BLUEGRASS TCP The Blarney Irish Pub:

Kentucky Chrome

DANCE AND TECHNO TCP Mutz: Basement Sessions w/

DJ N. Mattimoe and Friends




MORE MUSIC FESTIVALS/SPIRITUAL/ORCHESTRAS/ OUTDOORS/ MUSIC YOUR PARENTS LIKE

FRIDAY, MARCH 5-SATURDAY, MARCH 6Toledo Symphony presents Scheherazade and Sax Appeal, 8pm. The Classics Series per-formance includes Sax Fourth Avenue, Prokofiev Symphony No. 1 “Classical,” Glass Concerto for Saxophone Quartet* and Rimsky-Korsakov Scheherazade. Toledo Museum of Art Peristyle Theatre, 2445 Monroe St. www.toledosymphony.com

SATURDAY, MARCH 13Masterworks Chorale’s Living, Hope, Passion, Wisdom Concert, 8pm. An uplifting concert to give you peace of mind. $20. 419-893-0223. First Presbyterian Church, 200 E. Broadway, Maumee

BLARNEY O’PAPALIS IN THE WAREHOUSEBLARNEY IRISH PUB/ PIZZA PAPALISFRIDAY, MARCH 12- SATURDAY, MARCH 13

Listen to the Leprechaun. Paddy O’Rielly proclaims the official Irish bash is at Blarney O’ Papalis in the big, heated tent on Friday, March 12 and Saturday, March 13. He’s making an appearance at the Blarney, and sug-gests you do the same. Featuring live entertainment, food, and, of course, plenty of beer all weekend long, there’s no need to wait ‘til Wednesday to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. Friday brings live acts Toast and Jam and The Bloody Tinth, and Saturday features another performance by The Bloody Tinth. Fun runs 4 p.m. - 1 a.m. on Friday and 7 p.m. -1 a.m. on Saturday. $5. The Blarney Irish Pub, 601 Monroe St. 419-418-2339/www.theblarneyirishpub.com. Pizza Papalis, 519 Monroe St. 419-246-9513/www.pizzapaplis.com.

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OTHER TCP Maumee Indoor Theater:

The Red BenefitTCP Tecumseh Center for the

Arts: Tonic Sol-Fa

SUN, MARCH 7ROCK, POP AND HIP-HOP Frankie’s Inner City: Flaw

OTHER TCP The Village Idiot: Acoustics

For AustismYeeha’s Bar and Grill: Yeeha’s Idol

MON, MARCH 8ROCK, POP AND HIP-HOP Frankie’s Inner City: I Rival w/ Conditions & Life On Repeat

JAZZ, BLUES, AND R&B Murphy’s Place: UT Jazz Night


TCP Doc Watson’s: Bobby May and Jon BarileThe Village Idiot: Frankie May

OTHER Manhattan’s Restaurant: Open Mic Night

TUE, MARCH 9JAZZ, BLUES, AND R&B

TCP Murphy’s Place: Murphy and Black

ACOUSTIC, FOLK, AND ETHNIC JJ’s Pub: Bobby May and Jon Barile

WED, MARCH 10ROCK, POP AND HIP-HOP

TCP The Village Idiot: 5 Neat Guys

JAZZ, BLUES, AND R&B SouthBriar Restaurant: Ray Heit-ger’s N’Orleans Dixieland Jass Jam

ACOUSTIC, FOLK, AND ETHNIC The Distillery: Dave Carpenter

OTHER Bier Stube: Karaoke

TCP WoodChuck’s: Karaoke w/ DJ Georgia PeachYeeha’s Bar and Grill: Karaoke Night

THU, MARCH 11ROCK, POP AND HIP-HOP Howard’s Club H: Minus Elliot w/ Citizen Band, Flaming Hot Marbles and Rubber BandMickey Finn’s Pub: Fangs OutThe Distillery: Noisy Neighbors

JAZZ, BLUES, AND R&B Manhattan’s Restaurant: John Jelinger Trio

ACOUSTIC, FOLK, AND ETHNIC Papa’s Tavern: Bobby May and Friends

TCP The Blarney Irish Pub: Jeff Stewart

DANCE AND TECHNO Club Eclipse: Eclipse Thursdays

OTHER Basin St. Grille: Open Jam

TCP Ground Level Coffee House: Village Voice Soultry Cafe

FRI, MARCH 12ROCK, POP AND HIP-HOP

TCP Frankie’s Inner City: Train-wreck ft. Kyle Gass from Tenacious DManhattan’s Restaurant: Joe Woods Band

TCP Mickey Finn’s Pub: Tobacco w/ goLab, Team Nate and ArobaphobicsThe Bronze Boar: RavensThe Distillery: Jeff Stewart and the Twenty Five’sThe Omni: Appetite For DestructionThe Village Idiot: Mark Mikel and The WerksWild Hog Saloon: MAS FiNA

TCP WoodChuck’s: The Funkin Wagnalls

JAZZ, BLUES, AND R&B Fat Fish Blue: Hepcat RevivalDegage Jazz Cafe: Jerry PowellMurphy’s Place: Ellie Martin

ACOUSTIC, FOLK, AND ETHNIC Navy Bistro: Shane Piasecki

TCP Sidelines Sports Eatery: Meaghan RobertsSwig: Chris Shutters

DANCE AND TECHNO Wesley’s Bar: Old School Fridays w/ DJs Folk, Perrine and N. Mattimoe

OTHER TCP The Blarney Irish Pub:

Blarney O’ Papalis

SAT, MARCH 13ROCK, POP AND HIP-HOP

TCP Frankie’s Inner City: Once Over w/ Measure The Redshift, Curse Icon and HarrowsfieldHeadliners: Jonny Craig (from Emarosa)Mickey Finn’s Pub: Detroit Invades Toledo: Hard Lessons, The Muggs and Millions of BraziliansThe Distillery: Jeff Stewart and the Twenty Five’s

TCP The Ottawa Tavern: Falling SpikesWild Hog Saloon: MAS FiNAWoodchuck’s: The New Machines

JAZZ, BLUES, AND R&B Degage Jazz Cafe: Jerry PowellManhattan’s Restaurant: Tom Turner & Slowburn


TCP Wesley’s Bar: Shane Piasecki

DANCE AND TECHNO Mutz Pub: Basement Sessions w/ DJ N. Mattimoe and Friends

OTHERTCP The Blarney Irish Pub:

Blarney O’ Papalis

SUN, MARCH 14ROCK, POP AND HIP-HOP

TCP The Black Cherry: Hard-core Punk ShowThe Village Idiot: Bob Rex Trio

and My Dear Disco

JAZZ, BLUES, AND R&B Murphy’s Place: Calvin Hughes’

Sunday Afternoon Music w/ Curtis Jr. and the Midnight Rockers

OTHERYeeha’s Bar and Grill: Yeeha’s Idol

MON, MARCH 15JAZZ, BLUES, AND R&B Manhattan’s Restaurant: Cynthia Kaay Bennett

ACOUSTIC, FOLK, AND ETHNIC Doc Watson’s: Bobby May and Jon Barile

TUE, MARCH 16DANCE AND TECHNO The Distillery: ‘80s and ‘90s Night

OTHER Rhouse: Karaoke w/ DJ Georgia Peach

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DINETTE- Cherry Wood, 2 Swivel Chairs. Tan Upholstered $150.00. Must Sacrifi ce! 419-691-5864 ________________________

TOLEDO D5-D6 LIQUOR LICENSECall 419-471-0521 ________________________

HOT WHEELS, Johny Lightning and Die Hard Cars. Toys and Bikes For Sale. Call 419-666-5706________________________

PLUMBING & FIRE PROTECTION TOOLS and Materials. Job Boxes, Power Vices, Dies and Wrenches, Ladders, Ect. Call Between 2-4 419-215-7759________________________

ANTIQUE WOOD WARDROBE, $50 Excellent Antique Dresser With Mirror, $50 Matching Bed Available. Distressed Hoosier Cabinet, $50 Call 419-381-1251________________________

MISCELLANEOUS for sale $90 or best off er 419-380-9363________________________

WHITE PRISIM 5 METAL DETECTORWill Trade for Older Valuable Sports Cards. 419-882-1329________________________

ANNOUNCEMENTS________________________

APHASIA SUPPORT GROUP meets at Dazy Aphasia Centre, 2940 Douglas Rd. Toledo 43606. Every Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. The group is for stroke survi-vors with Aphasia & their caregivers.________________________

REPUBLICANHEALTHCARE

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DISCUSSION CIRCLES for women incest and child sexual abuse survivors. Meets twice monthly. (419) 729-0245 or www.mynirvananow.org.

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FOR SALE_____________________________

MEN’S MUD HENS winter jacket medium. Worn once. Immaculate. Gift boxed. $30 - $40 419-866-1069____________________________

FRED BEAR QUEST compound bow like new $125 Fred Bear Golden Eagle compound bow $100 Both with free accessories .419-699-1929________________________

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TRINITY CHURCH THRIFT SHOPAdams & St. Clair. Women's, men's and children's clothing. All proceeds go to local charities. Monday & Thursday 9:30a-3p________________________

NEW! The Parrot Society of NW Ohio. Come join the latest in behavior, training, & enrichment. It’s free! Call 419-360-1234.________________________

TOLEDO RECORD SHOW 45’s, 78’s, TOLEDO RECORD SHOW 45’s, 78’s, TOLEDO RECORD SHOWCD’s, Albums. $1.00 admission. Sumer Set Hall Sunday March 14th 9am-4pm Call Bill 419-833-5040________________________

SCOTT HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 70is Planning its 40 Year Class Reunion on August 20-22nd 2010. For more Info Call 419-530-3232 or email [email protected] ________________________

ADOPTION HEALING SUPPORT GROUP. 2nd Wednesday and 4th Mon-day of every month. 7pm. Park Church, 1456 Harvard, Toledo. 419-727-8302, [email protected]________________________

UNCHURCHED PASTOR Looking For opportunity to grow Christ’s kingdom. Believers or churches call 419-279-7983________________________

ORDAINED GOSPEL MINISTER & CONCERT SINGER. Whole Bible & 300 Songs w/Accompaniment. Invited Back Repeatedly. 419-389-0863________________________

CRAFT SHOW Table Rentals Available CRAFT SHOW Table Rentals Available CRAFT SHOWMay 1st and September 19th Call; 419-537-7657________________________

ABUSERIN TOLEDO PUBLIC SCHOOLSSTILL ON PAYROLL

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WANTED TO BUY________________________

I BUY DIABETES SUPPLIES. Call 419-740-7162. Please leave a message.________________________

DIABETIC TEST STRIPS.$10 per 100. Same day cash. Call Dale. 419-707-2369 or Patsy 419-708-0914________________________

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SURROGACY________________________

SURROGATE MOTHERS, NEEDEDFROM OHIO: Carry couple’s biological babies, prior birth experience required. Generous compensation. 1-888-363-9457, www.reproductivelaw-yer.com Melissa B. Brisman, Esq., LLC 77 Market Street / Park Ridge, NJ________________________

EDUCATIONATIONA________________________

CHILDRENS’ ART CLASSES advanced drawing and mixed media Ages 5-17 The Toledo Artists Club at the Toledo Botanical Gardens Call 419-841-8153________________________

MUSIC FOR YOUNG CHILDREN integrates keyboard, creative movement, rhythm, ear training, sight reading, music theory and composition. Meg Keller 419.874.6762. [email protected]________________________

DRAWING & PAINTING INSTRUCTION from professional artist on Saturday morning at the Secor Building Studios. 419-345-8980. www.ivankende.com

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FREE KID’S CHESS LESSONS k-6 every Sat 9-11am at the children’s library 325 Michigan. For more info 419-259-5231________________________

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LOOKING TO BUY, RENT, OR SELL? CONTACT ME TODAY FOR ALL OF YOUR REAL-ESTATE NEEDS!!! *419-471-9323 *419-239-1266 [email protected]

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AFFORDABLE DAY CARE in my South Toledo Home. CPR & STNA Training Please Call Courtney at 419-386-6554________________________

REVEREND LYNETTE GERGICHLicensed and Ordained Minister in the State of Ohio Performing Celebrations, Weddings, Baptisms, Funerals and moreCell Phone 419-290-4664 Email: [email protected]________________________

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1970 BARON TRAILER(14x60) Mobile Home. Good Condition. Centennial Manor. $8,000 for more info, call Darlene at 419-841-1595

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Own? Contact Me Today For ALL Of YOUR Real Estate

Needs!!! 419-239-1266 419-471-9323

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LOTS & ACREAGE________________________

UPSTATE NY - BANK SAYS SELL! 10 acres - $24,900 Borders State Land, stream, woods, fi elds, great valley views! Must sell to avoid repo! Hurry!888-679-5754 www.NewYorkLandandLakes.com________________________

RENTALS________________________

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DOWNTOWN OFFICE SPACE FOR LEASE- Join 2 law fi rms, a title co and energy co. 241 Superior-Front entrance at the new walking plaza adjacent to LucasCounty Arena. Third Floor, 1920 sq ft with Brand New common area amenities. Free Basement Storage. Contact Tom R Helberg 419-882-0096 [email protected]________________________

FAIR HOUSING POLICY All residential real estate advertising in this paper is subject

to the Federal Fair Housing Act, which makes it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, sex, religion,

handicap, national origin or familial status. This paper will not knowingly accept any advertising for residential real estate which is in violation of the law. All readers are hereby informed that all residential properties advertised in this publica-tion are available on an equal opportunity basis.

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PRESTIGIOUS COUNTRY CLUB seek-ing Hardworking, enthusiastic individuals for Seasonal, Part-time and possible Full time positions Including bartenders, serv-ers, bussers, and hosts. Food & Beverage knowledge & experiencehelpful but not necessary. Apply in Person March 16th OR 20th, 12pm-3pm ONLY 3949 River Road Toledo OH 43614

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Just drop in SYLVANIA’S TAM-O-SHANTER HOSTS DROP-IN PROGRAMS Get moving any day of the week with Sylvania’s Tam-O-Shanter drop-in programs! Hockey, basketball, volleyball and ultimate frisbee games are scheduled throughout the week for teenagers and adults ages 16 and older to join in. Saturday nights feature futsal, a variant of indoor soccer, and Mondays, Thursdays and Saturdays host pickleball, a new racquet sport that combines elements of badminton, tennis and ping-pong. Games are $3-6 per person. For detailed schedule, visit www.playsylvania.com.

A leader in weight lossWEIGHT LOSS CENTER RECEIVES NATIONAL ACCREDITATION The Center for Weight Loss Surgery at Bowling Green’s Wood County Hospital has recently received accreditation from two key organizations in the fi eld of bariatric surgery. After a series of site inspections, The Surgical Review Corporation (SRC) of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery named the facility a Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence. In addition, the center has been accredited by the Bariatric Surgery Center Network of the American College of Surgeons (ACS). Dr. Peter Lalor, Medical Director of the Center for Weight Loss Surgery, says, “Both honors are further acknowledgement of our strong commitment to providing our patients with a safe and high quality approach to manage their obesity issues.”

Wood County Hospital pioneered weight loss surgery more than 30 years ago, and has since helped more than 2,000 patients through their comprehensive weight loss approach.

For more information, visit www.bariatricprocedures.org or call 866-671-3836.

Take a seat DONATE LIFE OHIO DEBUTS 2010 GREEN CHAIR CAMPAIGN With more than 3,000 Ohioans on the waiting list to receive organ, eye and tissue donations, Donate Life Ohio has introduced the 2010 Green Chair Campaign in an effort to add 240,000 new donor registrations in Ohio by June 30, 2010. Why the Green Chair? “The Green Chair is a unifying signature element that represents the opportunity to share personal stories about loss, hope and belief in organ and tissue dona-tion,” said Amy Moeder, chair of the Second Chance Trust Fund. So far, Governor Ted Strickland, Ohio State University football coach Jim Tressel, and other Ohioans have joined together to support the campaign and share their personal stories of loss, hope and advocacy. The signature chair will travel to popular venues across the state in 2010 to offer Ohioans the opportu-nity to share their thoughts and stories about organ, eye and tissue donation. To join the discussion, share your story or to fi nd where the Green Chair will be near you, visit www.facebook.com/DonateLifeOhio, or follow the Green Chair via Twitter @DonateLifeOH. —GS

POLE DANCE FITNESS, build strength, flexibility and confidence in a fun and

build strength, flexibility and confidence in a fun and

build strength,

relaxed environment. Ladies only. flexibility and confidence in a fun and relaxed environment. Ladies only. flexibility and confidence in a fun and

Classes forming now. Pre-registration relaxed environment. Ladies only. Classes forming now. Pre-registration relaxed environment. Ladies only.

required. Classes held at 10 S. Holland Classes forming now. Pre-registration required. Classes held at 10 S. Holland Classes forming now. Pre-registration

Sylvania Rd. Suite 302. Call Paulette’s Studio of Dance for more info. 419-654-Sylvania Rd. Suite 302. Call Paulette’s Studio of Dance for more info. 419-654-Sylvania Rd. Suite 302. Call Paulette’s

3262 or www.Paulettesdancestudio.com.________________________BELLY DANCE – FOR THE FUN OF IT! Shake things up with Aegela, international artist and award-win-

Shake things up with Aegela, international artist and award-win-

Shake things up with Aegela,

ning choreographer. Women of all ages and shapes welcome. No prior ning choreographer. Women of all ages and shapes welcome. No prior ning choreographer. Women of all

dance training needed. Daytime and ages and shapes welcome. No prior dance training needed. Daytime and ages and shapes welcome. No prior

evening classes. $55 for 6 week dance training needed. Daytime and evening classes. $55 for 6 week dance training needed. Daytime and

session. Martin School, 10 S. Holland evening classes. $55 for 6 week session. Martin School, 10 S. Holland evening classes. $55 for 6 week

Sylvania at Hill, Toledo. www.aegela.com, [email protected], (517) Sylvania at Hill, Toledo. www.aegela.com, [email protected], (517) Sylvania at Hill, Toledo. www.aegela.

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HOT YOGA in Perrysburg uses heat to heal and strengthen. Warm muscles are

in Perrysburg uses heat to heal and strengthen. Warm muscles are

in Perrysburg uses heat to

suppler and result in deeper stretching heal and strengthen. Warm muscles are suppler and result in deeper stretching heal and strengthen. Warm muscles are

with less soreness. First visit free. suppler and result in deeper stretching with less soreness. First visit free. suppler and result in deeper stretching

New student special 10 Days for $25! Ongoing AM & PM classes. Visit: www.New student special 10 Days for $25! Ongoing AM & PM classes. Visit: www.New student special 10 Days for $25!

hotyogawithjoe.com or call 419-874-Ongoing AM & PM classes. Visit: www.hotyogawithjoe.com or call 419-874-Ongoing AM & PM classes. Visit: www.

2911________________________MIND, BODY, SPIRIT CLASSES – reg-ister now for Reiki classes, Intro to the

– reg-ister now for Reiki classes, Intro to the

– reg-

Chakras, Discovering Your Divine/Soul Purpose and Basic Divination – tools to Chakras, Discovering Your Divine/Soul Purpose and Basic Divination – tools to Chakras, Discovering Your Divine/Soul

expand your awareness. Call Marcia at (419) 283 – 4344.expand your awareness. Call Marcia at (419) 283 – 4344.expand your awareness. Call Marcia at ________________________SMOOTHFLAVA LLC Ballroom classes. Every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday $8 per session (Monthly classes. Every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday $8 per session (Monthly classes. Every Monday, Wednesday,

memberships available). 1411 Bernath and Saturday $8 per session (Monthly memberships available). 1411 Bernath and Saturday $8 per session (Monthly

Pkwy (Across form TGIF). For more info memberships available). 1411 Bernath Pkwy (Across form TGIF). For more info memberships available). 1411 Bernath

567-277-1353 or 419-514-5784________________________AUTHENTIC YOGA AND MEDITATION. Safe beginners CD/DVD set by Ann Arbor Yoga Master Ema Stefanova. $55. Safe beginners CD/DVD set by Ann Arbor Yoga Master Ema Stefanova. $55. Safe beginners CD/DVD set by Ann

Order at www.yogaandmeditation.Arbor Yoga Master Ema Stefanova. $55. Order at www.yogaandmeditation.Arbor Yoga Master Ema Stefanova. $55.

com, 734-665-7801.________________________INTEGRATION YOGA STUDIO, the Place to Be: Something Fun EVERY Friday – check out the website calendar! Day to Be: Something Fun EVERY Friday – check out the website calendar! Day to Be: Something Fun EVERY Friday

Retreat 2/6; Workshops: Ayurveda Se-– check out the website calendar! Day Retreat 2/6; Workshops: Ayurveda Se-– check out the website calendar! Day

ries on Saturdays, Discover Your Purpose Retreat 2/6; Workshops: Ayurveda Se-ries on Saturdays, Discover Your Purpose Retreat 2/6; Workshops: Ayurveda Se-

2/6, Love Potions 2/7, Partner Yoga & ries on Saturdays, Discover Your Purpose 2/6, Love Potions 2/7, Partner Yoga & ries on Saturdays, Discover Your Purpose

Massage 2/13, Pilates 2/20; Restorative 2/6, Love Potions 2/7, Partner Yoga & Massage 2/13, Pilates 2/20; Restorative 2/6, Love Potions 2/7, Partner Yoga &

Yoga is back! More yoga, drumming Massage 2/13, Pilates 2/20; Restorative Yoga is back! More yoga, drumming Massage 2/13, Pilates 2/20; Restorative

& dancing on the website! 4633 West Yoga is back! More yoga, drumming & dancing on the website! 4633 West Yoga is back! More yoga, drumming

Bancroft (just west of Talmadge). & dancing on the website! 4633 West Bancroft (just west of Talmadge). & dancing on the website! 4633 West

www.integrationyogastudio.com. (419) Bancroft (just west of Talmadge). www.integrationyogastudio.com. (419) Bancroft (just west of Talmadge).

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JAM SECTIONMUSICIANS SEEKINGTHE TOLEDO’S CROSS OVER BAND is currently booking for the spring and summer season. Call 419-344-currently booking for the spring and summer season. Call 419-344-currently booking for the spring and

9651 ask for Mr. Jimmy C.

FIDDLE AND UPRIGHT BASS Player need for all female Gospel/Blue-

Player need for all female Gospel/Blue-

Player

grass trio, All About Him. Call need for all female Gospel/Blue-grass trio, All About Him. Call need for all female Gospel/Blue-

Alana at 419-833-8110 for info or grass trio, All About Him. Call Alana at 419-833-8110 for info or grass trio, All About Him. Call

audition.

GOLDEN WITH CLASSIC SOUL seeking background singers, male and

seeking background singers, male and

seeking

female. www.goldenclassicsoul.background singers, male and female. www.goldenclassicsoul.background singers, male and

com 419-508-0190.female. www.goldenclassicsoul.com 419-508-0190.female. www.goldenclassicsoul.

ELECTRIC FOLK-ROCK AND REG-GAE/JAM BAND THE PASSENGERS seeks keyboardist. Vocals or no vocals, come join the band! Call seeks keyboardist. Vocals or no vocals, come join the band! Call seeks keyboardist. Vocals or no

419-320-8951vocals, come join the band! Call 419-320-8951vocals, come join the band! Call

VOCALIST/SONGWRITER/PIANISTAvailable for pop and rock band and seeking other musicians.Available for pop and rock band and seeking other musicians.Available for pop and rock band and

517-486-3623seeking other musicians.517-486-3623seeking other musicians.

SINGER/SONGWRITER/GUITARIST. AC/DC to Foo Fighters. Call Joe 419-867-1848AC/DC to Foo Fighters. Call Joe 419-867-1848AC/DC to Foo Fighters. Call Joe

LEAD VOCALISTplays drums and keyboards. Looking plays drums and keyboards. Looking plays drums and

for band or musi-keyboards. Looking for band or musi-keyboards. Looking

cians. Call 419-691-2820.

WORKING COUNTRY GROUP Seeking a Male Vocalist to Sing Mod-

Seeking a Male Vocalist to Sing Mod-

Seeking a Male

ern Country Music. Vocalist to Sing Mod-ern Country Music. Vocalist to Sing Mod-

419-460-7112ern Country Music. 419-460-7112ern Country Music.

DRUMMER AVAILABLE. Country-Punk Style. Call Rich at 419-509-Country-Punk Style. Call Rich at 419-509-Country-Punk Style.

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LESSONSFREE GUITAR LES-SONS Rock, Blues, Country, all styles;

Rock, Blues, Country, all styles;

Rock, Blues,

30 yrs. experience. Country, all styles; 30 yrs. experience. Country, all styles;

Give me a call, 30 yrs. experience. Give me a call, 30 yrs. experience.

what do you have to lose? 419-514-6097.what do you have to lose? 419-514-6097.what do you have to

LESSONS, EXPERIENCED INSTRUC-TOR. Any instrument, any style. Contact Mike 419-376-8111.

Any instrument, any style. Contact Mike 419-376-8111.

Any instrument, any style.

FOR SALEYORKVILLE AUDIO

PRO AMP, 3400. 1200 watts per

side at 4 ohms. 1200 watts per

side at 4 ohms. 1200 watts per

$200. 419-917-3507.

THUNDER STRAT. $199. 419-392-5020

RentalsBANDS, ARTISTS, MUSICIANS: REHEARSAL, jam, recording and now storage spaces available 24/7

, jam, recording and now storage spaces available 24/7

, jam, recording and

access. No noise restrictions. Call now storage spaces available 24/7 access. No noise restrictions. Call now storage spaces available 24/7

the house of rock 419-346-5803.

THE RAVE-ONS are now booking. Vintage Rock and Roll. Call Jeff

are now booking. Vintage Rock and Roll. Call Jeff

are now booking.

419-269-0633.Vintage Rock and Roll. Call Jeff 419-269-0633.Vintage Rock and Roll. Call Jeff

BANDS, ARTISTS, MUSICIANs; Rehearsal Recording Jam Spaces BANDS, ARTISTS, MUSICIANRehearsal Recording Jam Spaces BANDS, ARTISTS, MUSICIANs; Rehearsal Recording Jam Spaces

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Available. New Improved Upscale Rehearsal Recording Jam Spaces Available. New Improved Upscale Rehearsal Recording Jam Spaces

Spaces! 24/7 Access, NO Noise Available. New Improved Upscale Spaces! 24/7 Access, NO Noise Available. New Improved Upscale

Restrictions. $175.00 and up/mo Spaces! 24/7 Access, NO Noise Restrictions. $175.00 and up/mo Spaces! 24/7 Access, NO Noise

Call THE HOUSE OF ROCK 419-Restrictions. $175.00 and up/mo Call THE HOUSE OF ROCK 419-Restrictions. $175.00 and up/mo

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ADS FOR LOCAL ARTIST ARE FREE!Ads run for 2 issues and must be renewed after the two issues. You must be: advertising for band members or selling instruments under $200 or just looking to jam. Business related ads run for $20. Limit 20 words

per ad; $0.40 per additional word.

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ADORABLE KITTENS Two 4 month-old kittens need a loving home. Very aff ectionate. One peach male/one calico female. They would love to be adopted together. Worm and fl ea free. $25 for one, $40 for both. 419-283-6101

Log onto www.toledocitypaper.com or call 419-244-9859 to post your ad!

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Across1. Common prayer opening5. Popular 1990s arcade basketball game with Mark Price and Brad Daugherty11. Sushi tuna14. Endeavour sender15. Maumee Bay area16. ___ Chaney, Jr.17. Backing group at the Super Bowl XLIII halftime show19. Oil amts.20. Star of a Seuss book21. Experimental musician born in Tokyo22. Manger trio23. “___ get it now!”24. Aura28. “Mr. Roboto” effects device invented as a military encryption technology30. Excessive31. Textbook market category, for short32. Tried to move silently, say36. ___ Arann (Irish carrier)37. Dry hair problem, or what 17-, 24-, 52, and 62-Across each contain40. Cool of Green Day43. Flamenco cheer44. “What if they gave ___...”48. Master/slave dialectic philosopher50. Time when people got super into metal?52. Chips, pudding, etc.56. “This is my brother, Henry Plainview from Fond du ___”57. Light touches58. ENT part59. Basic skateboarding move61. “If you ask me,” in an email62. Sean Combs, to Jennifer Lopez65. Guitarist Paul66. Celestial radio source67. “The Big Board,” for short68. Mormons’ gp.69. Indifferent feeling70. Basketball team on a record losing pace in 2010

Down1. Song they played over and over at this Jamaican resort my wife and I went to2. Pump portmanteau3. Bird that doesn’t actually bury its head in the sand4. Olympic swimmer Torres5. UK pop rag6. Swinger?7. ___ Day8. Former Chinese president Zemin9. Keep poking, perhaps10. Crazy11. Adam Yahiye Gadahn’s group12. Stuff that seeps out of a gun13. One with special info18. Crossed (out)22. Favre’s team, on the scoreboard25. Sam who played Dr. Grant in “Jurassic Park”26. With 49-Down, South African vintner/golfer27. Cartoon hunter on many a truck decal29. Sue Grafton’s “___ for Outlaw”33. Computer company VIP34. Prefi x with centric35. Month before febrero38. ___ sci: common Bowling Green major39. Start of many California city names40. Certain contraceptive, commonly41. Given a new identity?42. Picnic game45. Great Lakes food fi sh46. Con47. Withdraws49. See 26-Down51. Foot issue53. Make more exciting, slangily54. Speak in Spanish55. Fall coat60. Mark ___-Baker (actor who played Larry Appleton on “Perfect Strangers”)62. Org. headed by Lisa Perez Jackson63. Impatient cry64. Improve the taste of, generally

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The BEST news is that Mars finally ends its three month retrograde period on the 10th at 12:09 PM. You lose an hour’s sleep on the 14th but enjoy a new moon on the 15th.

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ARIES (March 21-April 19) On the 6th and 7th you are like a firecracker on the 4th of July. Get ready to pop a cork at 12:09PM on the 10th when Mars finally ends its 3 month retrograde period. You won’t even be tired when you lose that sleep the 14th. You are stimulated by the new moon on the 15th.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)You are in demand to help friends with community projects. Venus enters the aggressive sign of Aries on the 7th so you are more like a bull in a china shop as you fulfill the obligations. Projects at home take shape on the 10th. You begin a fabulous week on the 15th.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) Mercury is in your tenth house giving great vibes to your career and reputation. Take advantage of all opportunities. From the 3rd to the 10th you get help from Pluto (power) and Jupiter (expansion). You’ll miss the sleep on the 14th but go ahead with career issues the 15th.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) There is emphasis on travel. Make plans for spring break, Easter vacation, and summer fun. You always need something to look forward to. You will have the money to make deposits after noon on the 10th. The new moon on the 15th brings more money! How sweet!

LEO (July 23-August 22) The first few days are good. On the 6th and 7th there may be an argument about where to go. You win! After Mars goes direct on the 10th you no longer have to defend your actions as you have since Christmas. Life is easier now. The new moon on the 15th brings more good luck

VIRGO (August 23-September 22) With Mercury in your seventh house relationships should be going well. Then the week of the 8th finances are number one in your life. Your practi-cal side takes over. Starting the 14th you are a bit disorganized (due to a lack of sleep). Hang in there.

LIBRA (September 23-October 22) You are out of hibernation by the 3rd. Venus, your ruling

planet, joins Uranus (the unstable one) for a few days and you amaze people. By the 6th you return to being your “balanced” self. You are contacted by friends the week of the 8th about celebrations the 13th and 14th.

SCORPIO (October 23-November 21) You had to go back to work to rest. Pluto is mov-ing quickly and you should too. You are on the go constantly the 6th and 7th and back to your routine after noon on the 8th. Think of career issues on the 10th. The new moon on the 15th brings good luck.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22-December 20) You attack work and play like a champ on the 3rd. Whatever plans you make the 6th and 7th materialize without a hitch. Your love life looks better after the 10th. The 14th is special as you are an honored guest. Make home improvements after the 15th.

CAPRICORN (December 21-January 19)You feel as if you are watching re-runs from your life in November. Make an agreement on the 8th or 9th. The 13th could be lucky if you take a chance. The new moon on the 15th makes you think of a new computer, new cell phone, iPod, whatever.

AQUARIUS (January 20-February 18) You are questioning how to spend your time more efficiently. Someone sets you straight on the 7th. When Mars goes direct on the 10th you longer feel as if a bull’s eye is painted on your back. You enjoy shopping and exploring on the 14th and 15th.

PISCES (February 19-March 20th) With the sun, Venus, Mercury, Jupiter and Uranus all in your sign, you are on top of the world. Venus moves away but you still have good luck. Trouble comes when you lose an hour’s sleep on the 14th. The new moon on the 15th is in your sign. Set goals and make resolutions.

Sue Lovett is available for personal astrology readings and private parties. Visit her on the Web at www.suelovett.com or call her at 419-474-6399.

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Party animalsToledo GROWs hosted the All Species Ball on Feb. 27 at Wildwood Metropark.

Guests dressed as their favorite species—leopards, roosters and bunnies, oh my!

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Matt Ross, Michael Szuberla and Lance Crandall are cats and birds of the same feather.

Emily Ellis, Steve Hallock, Heather Clendenin and Abby Youngs make some beautiful species.

Gary Giannetto and Mia Gonzalez are hoppin’ the night away.

Ads are inThe Ad Club of Toledo

hosted the 2010 Addy

Awards on Feb. 25,

honoring Toledo’s best

marketing designers.

Jeff Payden, Brian Anderson and Dan Tischler looking daper at the 2010 Addy Awards.

Sue Hague Rogers, Martha Vetter (Silver Medal winner) and Hans Vetter celebrate in style.

Team R/P front Valerie Vetter, Nicole Fraker. Middle Erin Schorr, Martha Vetter, Jess Lane, Sarah Comtois, Jessica Lashley, Back - Andy Durfey, Alex Hall, Becky Dibbel.

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