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LOOKING AHEAD: A Financial Guide p9Residential Guide p12

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Front cover: gross electric and sam okun produce represent some of toledo’s longest-running businesses.

Painting the town Arty Parties and Paint Toledo bring out your inner artistby Athena Cocoves

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The Great Lakes has a long shipping history. Join Lourdes University’s Lifelong Learning Program to learn the history of and theories behind the loss of the S.S. Edmund Fitzgerald. Carrie Sowden, Archael-ogical Director of the Great Lakes Historical Society, will

walk through history leading up to the ship’s disappear-ance on November 10, 1975—a puzzling mystery that remains unsolved today. Members and first-time visitors enjoy free admission. Lourdes University, 6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania.

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The 2015 Greater Toledo Auto Show will roll out hundreds of makes and models for every car enthusiast, from the newest avail-able sedans, SUVs and motorcycles to state-of-the-art futuristic concept cars. Visit toledoautoshow.org for the schedule of events and a complete list of featured manufacturers. Thursday 2/5: 3pm-9pm, Friday 2/6: noon-9-pm, Saturday 2/7: 10am-9pm, Sun-day 2/8: 10am-5pm. Adults/$7, students/$5, seniors (55+)/ $5 only on Saturday from noon-5pm, ages 9 and under/free. Seagate Convention Center, 401 Jefferson Ave. 419-255-3300, toledo-seagate.com.

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When the winter chill prevents a healthy walk or bike ride, taking public transportation is a great alternative. TARTA offers reduced fare for adults 65+; simply display your Medicare card to the driver for an affordable (warm!) ride to your destination. Monthly passes are

available at Lucas County Senior Nutrition Sites. $20/monthly passes, $5/weekly with additional discounts available. Find the site nearest you at 419-385-2532, or visit areaofficeonaging.com for more details.

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Get a little something for your Valen-tine this year. DK Treasures will host a Sweetheart Celebration at Light-house Landing Art, Antique and Craft Mall from 10am-8pm on Friday, February 13. Vendors will sell gift items, crafts, food and beverages. 4441 N. Summit St. 419-214-0331, dktreasures.wix.com/lighthouse-landing.

Sweetheart Celebration at Lighthouse Landing

Dan Johnson, Author and President Emeritus at the University of Toledo, Dr. Dan Johnson will be presenting on the “New Vision for Toledo.” This presentation will be hosted by the Boomers Resource Network (BRN) , a local organization that helps adults 55+ navigate our active, modern city. 11:30am, Thursday, February 13. Uncle John’s Pancake House, 3131 Secor Rd., 419-865-8848. boomersrn.com. Free — KT


Profiles

With nearly 30 years in the field, Sue Stevenson knows what it takes to be an effective sales executive. Since moving to Perrysburg from Columbus in 1976, she’s built lasting relationships with her clients, and has even rediscovered her love oftap dancing.

Why I love my job: Once I got into advertising, I was amazed at what Toledo had to offer. People from outside this area know that better than the residents, who tend to have blinders on. They don’t realize what a great area this is. My job is sales, but it’s also customer service. We take care of every aspect of the business. I love meet-ing people, and helping them. Whether or not outdoor advertising is a forum that works for them, I educate and try to help them use it in the right way.

What inspires me: First and foremost, I’m a Christian. I have great inspiration from my beliefs. I’m a very honest person. In some sales positions, they might persuade you to bend the truth, but I won’t lie to some-body just to make a sale.

The best advice I ever received: “What do you have to lose?” It’s what my husband said, encouraging me to enter the sales field in 1987. I was the first female salesperson at the company, kind of a test case. But you do what you have to in order to do your job well, and that’s what I’ve done all these years.

My passion: Tap dancing. I’m with a performing group now. I danced as a child, but after high school, I didn’t dance for 30 years. In 1989, I discovered a group that was an offshoot of the Mother’s Club at St. John’s High School. It was Manhat-tan Dance Company, now it’s known as Off Broadway Dance Company. We performed at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in 2001, right after the 9/11 tragedy. I’m so grateful I was able to be part of that experience.

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Haas-Jordan survived the economic effects of wartime rationing. Mike Waltz (right) represents the business’ fourth generation.

Cover Story

Toledo’s best-loved century-old businesses by Jordan Killam

photos by Jeff Jones

Around Toledo, driving past empty strip mall plazas, “FOR RENT/SALE” signs and think that longevity in commerce is a distant memory. These businesses have prospered for over 100 years, demon-strating hard work, passion, patience and ingenuity. (Part I of II.)

Haas-Jordan, est. 1899

Founded as the Hull Brothers Umbrella Manufacturing Company in Norwalk, OH, the company relocated to Toledo in 1903. By the 1920s, Hull Brothers had become one of 10 leading umbrella manu-facturers in the country.

What set their product apart from the competition was a pat-

ented design that allowed consum-ers to easily interchange ferrules and handles. Cloyd Haas joined the company at age 14, and eventually purchased an ownership interest in 1928. Shortly after, the company was renamed Hull Brothers & Haas Umbrella Company.

In 1932, Haas approached William H. Jordan, owner of a New York-based import-export firm, and proposed the two businesses join forces. The two companies merged in 1933, creating the Haas-Jordan brand name we know today—a brand so strong that it survived World War II, when more than 80 percent of American umbrella manufacturers closed shop due to steel rationing. In Toledo, the com-pany adapted during the war by producing garments for the armed forces.

In 1942, Haas-Jordan pro-duced the first American-style golf umbrella. In 1959, the company became the first manufacturer to silk-screen logos and text onto um-brellas. They continue to be leaders in the industry to this day.

Mike Waltz, Director of Golf Sales and fourth-generation family employee, credits the longevity of the Haas-Jordan brand with two key components: core values and leadership. He said the fact that customers continue to choose Haas-Jordan in today’s contemporary consumer environment makes his work all the more satisfying. And, he feels secure in his company’s legacy going forward, remarking

that “Haas-Jordan is still the only licensed umbrella of the Professional Golf Association of America (PGA) . . . I don’t expect that to change over the next 100 years.”

The company’s ties to the golf world were solidified when legend Byron Nelson became the first ambassador of the Haas-Jordan name, as he went on sales calls to major retailers between golf matches during his historic tour victories. In 2004, The World Golf Hall of Fame debuted the Byron Nelson Exhibit. Nelson requested that one of his Haas-Jordan ties be sent to the museum, which Waltz had the honor of delivering personally. “I was very fortunate to meet Mr. Nelson before his passing a couple years later,” Waltz said.

Printing capabilities have kept pace with the times, and Waltz has accepted changes gracefully by adopting new technology as needed. “We create functional rain umbrella products that are also bill-boards with visually stunning color and creativity,” Waltz said. “Our customers shouldn’t let the rain get them down. We don’t!”


Changing with the times and providing quality service has kept Gross Electric in business for 115 years.

Joe and Laurie Gross in 2015

Laurie, Richard and Joe Gross, c. 1995

Gross Electric, est. 1910

In 1910, George J. (Joe) Gross founded Gross Electric. During the early years, lighting was not the sole business focus, as the company, in addition to lamps and lighting fixtures, sold mixers. Gross Electric also sold mixers, toasters, radios, and other small appliances in addition to lamps and lighting fixtures. By the mid-1950s, the store expanded its showroom product lines to include large appliances and televisions, and a wholesale electrical supply division was also established.

After the death of Joe Gross in 1959, his son, Richard Gross, assumed the top leadership role and began offering products to commercial and industrial markets, in addition to its already successful residential product line. Gross Electric found the most success with its lighting products, and stopped selling other appliances in 1963.

Always a family-run business, Gross Electric remains so to this day. Laurie, Richard’s daughter, joined the family business in 1975 and became President in 1992. Her brother, Joe Gross, took on the role of Vice Presi-dent in 1997.

The third-generation Grosses brought the business into the com-puter age, and are currently offering services such as lighting energy audits, lighting design, light bulb and ballast recycling, and lighting fixture repair and restoration.

Sue Sweeney, Director of Market-ing, cites the company’s small size as one of its secrets for staying relevant. With fewer internal politics and red tape to navigate, staying on-trend and forecasting what’s next to come in the world of lighting is much easier. Many Toledo residents have come to know the Gross family name and prefer to

buy locally. “It gives us the personal touch with our employees and cus-tomers,” Sweeney said.

A lot of family-owned, consumer-driven small businesses cite the internet and big box retailers as huge game changers, and Gross Electric is one of them. At one time, Gross Electric was the number-one appliance dealer in Northwest Ohio. During the Christmas season, everyone in the family had to work to meet the demands of eager custom-ers. Relatives from Chicago were even brought in to help at the store. However, the company can still compete today because they offer such unique products at a wide range of price points. That, combined with the work of helpful employees whom Toledoans have grown to know and trust over the years, have kept Gross Electric in business. “We offer a level of customer service our competitors can’t match,” Sweeney added.

Lighting technology is constantly changing, and Gross Electric contin-ues to work with area businesses to ensure they have access to the best energy-efficient options. “When you consider that the fluorescent light bulb became available in the mid 1940s and it took 70 years for another tech-nology [LED] to become an option, who knows what might be available in the next 70 years? But if it’s out there, we’ll know about it,” Sweeney said confidently.

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Sam Okun Produce Company, est. 1914.Although Sam Okun Produce Company has been in business for over 100 years,

Toledoans might not realize we have a locally owned produce distributor downtown. It all started in 1914, when Sam Okun moved to Toledo. His oldest sister, Fanny, a Lith-uanian-born New Yorker, had visited Toledo and described it as an ideal place to raise a family and earn a living. His two older brothers remained in New York. With only a horse and a wagon, Okun set up a retail grocery business across the street from a synagogue on Canton Street. He later purchased a truck to transport products for the Gendron Wheel Company (a velocipede, bicycle, and tricycle business) throughout several states.

Shelly Okun, president of Sam Okun Produce and great-granddaughter of the com-pany founder, remarked that he was carrying a lot of produce. He quickly figured out what people wanted to eat, and built his business from there. Okun’s biggest route at the time took him from Chicago to New York. Along the way, he would fill his truck with local fruits and vegetables. It was this action that would one day transform into today’s Sam Okun Produce Company.

When selling produce really began to grow, Sam took on the wholesale side of the business. His wife, Rose, spearheaded the retail end of the business, while also raising five children. Unfortunately, the demands of the retail side of the business forced it to close. However, the wholesale division thrived and Sam Okun began to operate a small market on the corner of Cherry Street and Spielbusch Avenue. He then moved the business to a build-ing on the east side of Huron Street—Fifth Third Field occupies the space now. Sam Okun Produce has occupied its cur-rent building on the west side of Huron Street since 1946. This location brought with it the advent of the company’s first refrigerated cooler. The Okuns claim that the business had the first-ever deep freeze in the state.

In downtown Toledo, grocery stores run by Jewish families were prevalent. The vast majority of Sam Okun’s business came from supplying those stores. Today, while big box stores drive the retail grocery market, the Okuns remain committed to supplying independent grocers.

Perhaps the most remarkable aspect of the Sam Okun Produce Company is its con-tinued familial tradition, as direct descendants of Mr. Okun still serve as part of the man-agement team. The company has also been recognized for its female leadership, which Shelly Okun credits to her great-grandmother, Rose.

The Okuns are also directly involved in the revitalization of the Warehouse District, namely by offering studio space to local artists at fair prices. Artistic businesses, such as Graphite Design + Build and Gathered Art Gallery, have both benefitted from that involvement.

[Sam Okun] quickly figured out what people

wanted to eat, and built his business

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n Not having enough cash reserves, which can force people to take on large amounts of debt, or cause them to raid their retirement nest egg.n Failing to prepare a financial plan to meet their goals.Ignoring the ability to shift risks to an insurance carrier—such as those associated with disability, nursing care or even death.n Waiting too long to begin a retirement savings plan.n Focusing on investment returns without considering the tax impact.

All of these mistakes can be avoided if you prepare a comprehensive financial plan and review it annually. Like the old adage says, ”If you don’t know where you are headed, you are certain to get there.” Setting realistic financial goals with a specific plan to achieve them is the only way to measure your financial success. In addition, given the changing economic environment we live in, it is impor-tant to review your plan regularly to make sure it still meets your needs.

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Perrysburg The five most common mistakes we see in financial planning:

Getting your finances in order doesn’t have to be a murky business. Here, local experts shed light on some of this year’s hottest money topics, so you can ask the right ques-tions at the right time.

LOOKING AHEAD:

A Financial Guide

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Do your research. Coming to the dealership prepared can save you time and money. Arrive with a rough idea of your trade-in value (try nadaguide.com, a tool many dealers use). Test-drive, multiple times if needed, to see what style and options you like best. It’s also important to have realistic payment expec-tations—a good rule of thumb is to remember that a $15,000 vehicle will cost $300 per month.

Discuss price. It’s okay to get prices over the phone and online. Reputable deal-ers will give you all the information you need, up-front, to help you make an informed decision. If you want to stay within a budget, tell them. Bad credit is okay at Thayer—we work with different credit situations every day. When you talk about price, don’t exclude leasing options for new vehicles. Leasing may suit your driving habits, get you an even better vehicle, and be a more affordable option.

Explore your financial options. Dealerships can get a lower rate than individuals, due to the sheer volume of business they do with banks each month. So even if your credit union or bank has a great rate, we probably offer an even lower one. Great finance products are available as well, such as extended warranties. It’s important to understand these products; some may fit your needs, some

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may not. Be wary of companies offering these products online. Lastly, know-ing your credit score and how it affects your interest rate is crucial.

Check out the service department. One part of the sale that’s often missed is the dealership’s service department. You’ll own this vehicle for many years, so you’re going to need to have it serviced. Ask what the vehicle’s warranty includes and for a sug-gested service schedule. Ask for a tour of the service department and what they offer their customers. For example, do they have a shuttle service, or loaner vehicles?

Don’t remain at a frustrating dealership. Don’t feel pressured by your sales consultant. The high-pressure method is a very outdated way of selling cars. If you’re uncomfortable at the dealership at any time, leave. A big Ford dealership pays the same price for their Fords as a small dealership. So big or small, we can all offer the same deals. Find a place you like. Today’s shopper is more educated and savvy, thanks to the internet, and the dealership knows this. You don’t buy a car ev-ery single day, but they sell them every single day. Allow them to guide you through the process, but don’t keep working with a dealership that makes your skin crawl. The staff should be helpful, friendly and professional at all times. This is a major investment for you—great car dealerships never lose sight of that.

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Two words: “creditor protection.” With today’s litigious society, and a 50 percent divorce rate, why would anyone want to own assets outright when instead, they can be a beneficiary of a trust? By statute, their creditors can’t access that trust.

It ensures that your assets take care of your spouse, then go where you want, versus ending up in the hands of a third party who comes in at the last minute. For example, you and your spouse probably agree on the ultimate distribution of your assets today, but what happens after one of you dies? After you’re gone, how do you know that your spouse won’t fall prey to a door-to-door quasi-charitable organization, or that extra-attentive widow down the street? What if your spouse, quite understand-ably, feels lonely and needs companionship and re-marries? What is to stop him or her from leaving your assets to that new spouse and not your children? Sadly, too many of us have seen or experienced these circumstances.

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Many individuals and caregivers spend a lot of time

and energy looking for a residential community that

can meet their unique needs. We have good news: Our

region is lucky to have a wealth of quality options for

those looking for assisted or independent living, memo-

ry care, and comprehensive health management. We’ve

included some of the best for your consideration.

compiled by mature living staff

RESIDENTIAL Guide


If you are like many people, you probably made New Years resolutions. People vowed to lose weight, save money, and get organized in 2015. For those of you who want to be more organized, one area you may want to focus on are your medications. Organizing medications is a much needed activity that most of us ignore.

First, let's start with proper storage. It is suggested to never store medications in your bathroom. The warm, damp environment can cause medications to break down. A dark, dry environment is better for storage. When choosing a location, make sure it is out of reach of children. A locked box may be a good option as well.

Daily medication organizers are an inexpensive way to keep track of medica-tions. When you start to organize your medications, you may notice that you have some that are outdated or you no longer take. Lucas County has drop boxes located throughout the county where you can safely dispose of unwanted medications. For a complete list for of these locations, please go to harbor.org, and click on the icon for Heroin and Opiate Initiative.

If you are a senior interested in learning more about proper storage and disposal of medications, as well as other wellness topics, Harbor can help. WISE (Wellness Initiative for Senior Education) will be o�ered again in 2015 at various locations in Lucas County. To �nd locations, or for information on bringing WISE to your site, please contact Carrie Arndt at 419-270-6595.

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Browning Masonic Community8883 Browning Drive, Waterville(419) 878-4055ohiomasonichome.org

Browning Masonic Community is a unique destination for those looking for independent or assisted living, as well as memory support. Services are available on-campus or in the home.Since October 2013, Browning has been one of the region’s best in terms of memory care, as their Pathways memory support neighborhood is an ideal spot for healing and reha-bilitation. Caregivers who live with individuals who have memory care needs can benefit from the Life and Rhythm daytime program, as part of Pathways. Cost is just $8-10/hour for this service. Director Tara Lloyd is happy to answer questions from caregivers and individuals on topics such as the aging process, caregiving solutions, and home-based care.

Glendale Assisted Living5020 Ryan Rd.419-389-0800glendaleassistedliving.com

This smaller, one-level community offers respite care, day care and permanent assisted living in a car-ing environment for active seniors. Glendale offers an all-inclusive rate, 24-hour assistance and both private and companion rooms. On- and off-site activities are offered to residents, including shopping trips and visits to the Toledo Museum of Art, the Toledo Zoo and other locations. Every year, residents make handmade decora-tions for a room in the Wildwood Metropark Manor House for Christ-mas celebrations.

Lutheran Homes Society2021 N. McCord Rd. 419-861-4970lutheranhomessociety.com

A nonprofit, church-based organiza-tion, Lutheran Homes Society offers a range of services from independent and assisted living for seniors to short- and long-term nursing care and rehabilita-tion services. There are four community locations in Northwest Ohio and 12 in-dependent living communities. Spiritual care is available to residents, and the care communities have onsite chaplains.

Moongate Adult Living 930 Soda Park Drive, Temperance, MI. 734-847-7879Offering luxury, apartment living for seniors aged 55 and older, Moongate is an independent living facility with community features. Social activities, bil-liards and game room, a clubhouse, a fitness room and a library make Moon-gate a wonderful place to spend your later years.

Sterling House of Bowling Green121 N. Wintergarden Rd., Bowling Green(419) 354-5300, brookdale.com/communities/sterling-house-of-bowling-green-oh

A fun and lively community, Sterling House of Bowling Green cares for residents in the 75-apartment assisted living facility, giving particular attention to those suffering from Alzheimer’s dis-ease and dementia. Great food from a hands-on dining staff gives the residents plenty of nutritious choices. Activities, such as “joy rides” for lunch in the park, and a strong relationship with Bowling Green State University sororities, fraterni-ties, art clubs, and gerontology students makes Sterling House an interactive, dynamic facility.

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Sunset Retirement Communities4 locations to serve yousunset-communities.org

Sunset Retirement Communities have been serving older adults in NW Ohio and SE Michigan since 1871. An in-dependent, non-profit organization that is also Eden Alternative-certified, Sunset has three locations suited for aging seniors, as well as the Ashanti Hospice for those nearing life’s end.

Swan Creek Retirement Village5916 Cresthaven Ln.419-865-4445, swancreekohio.org

One of Toledo’s best-kept secrets, Swan Creek Retirement Village offers full continuum care for seniors throughout the aging process, with housing ranging from independent Villas to rehabilitation and long-term care. Made-to-order food, wellness centers and diverse activities keep residents engaged and active in a community with a home-like atmosphere. From fun murder-mystery dinner evenings and regular themed events such as “pink flamingo” happy hours to community outreach programs, Swan Creek works to help each resident find the lifestyle best suited for them.

Vibrant Life667 W. Sterns Rd., Temperance 734-847-4096vibrantlifetemperance.com

Assisted living, respite care and adult day care in a home-like setting, using small lodges designed for the individual. Specializing in memory care, Vibrant Life has a RN, BSN-Certified dementia practitioner on staff, and uses daily stimulating activities, including physical movement with music, to provide an engaging environment. Vibrant Life also takes pride in their nutritious meals, with the goal of replacing the word “dietary” with “dining.”

West Park Place3501 Executive Pkwy.419-442-0791, seniorstar.com

Senior Star at West Park Place is an independent living senior living commu-nity that offers a variety of home health services—nursing care, physical, occu-pational and speech therapies—that al-low residents to safely and comfortably age in place. Home health services are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week in the community. Residents have the option to choose services from any home health agency, but West Park Place partners with an on-site home health agency to provide residents with cost-effective services and the kind of quick response times that can only come from being “right there” during times of need.


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To reserve your space, please call (419) 878-1898.

Tuesday, February 17 at 2:00 p.m.: Brunch Bunch with guest speaker Ron Szymanski

“History of the Military Jeep and How it Got to Toledo”

Wednesday, February 4 at 2:00 p.m.:

Friday, February 13 at 12:00 p.m.:Upper Supper Club, Forrester’s on the River

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year battle in 2001. “I mourned for over a year. I would go to his gravesite every day after work and just sit there and cry,” Jasmine explained.

This Valentine season, she will be cop-ing with the grief just as she would any other day of the year—sur-rounding herself with family and friends, and attending church and gatherings. She’s also addicted to Indian soap operas, which she in-tends to watch with her daughter. “Hope, that’s what’s kept me going,” Jasmine exclaimed with her head held high.

Carolyn Gose is a retired English teacher who spent much of

the summer on her apartment balcony in Perrysburg getting lost in a book. She

Relationships

Valentine’s Day—A day that proudly encourages you to fall in love, and seems to play

love songs on repeat. Although it’s a holiday that boasts love, it may not be as enthusiastically re-ceived by those who have loved and lost.

Jasmine D’Cruz, an Intensive Care Unit and Neurology Nurse and mother of two, fell in love with her best friend while studying in Bombay (Mumbai), India in 1976. “He was kind, dependable and loyal. He wasn’t playing games like the other young men,” she reminisced with a smile. Jasmine devastatingly lost her husband to colon cancer after a four-

Thinking about turning to the web for your next potential partner? “Rose” is a 63-year-

old local community member who is using OkCupid.com, one of the most popular online dating sites, to seek out a like-minded soul mate. This is what she had to say about her experience so far:

Why did you choose online dating?

Online, the sky can be the limit when it comes to selecting a new significant other. One thing I think is very significant about dating at this age is that a lot of the previous reasons why we married (such as having children) are gone. We are nearing retirement and can move almost anywhere. My generation of baby boomers have always been the ones ready to do something different.

Have you had success? I would say so. I have met some

very nice men. Just no bells yet—and they’re not just poor creepy guys who use the library comput-ers. I’ve met owners of local com-panies, a CFO of a local firm with international ties, and many Ford and GM execs.

From your experience, what are the pros and cons of online dating?

It’s better for the wider possibil-ities. Dating an entirely new class of people who hold a new set of values can really open up life pos-sibilities. However, you’re meeting total strangers. That is the total downside of internet dating . . . it can take awhile to vet a potential boyfriend. At my age, a lot of guys are also on Linked-In, so they can show a professional profile —you just have to be very careful. —KT

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lost her husband to pancreatic cancer just one month after his diagnosis. On Tues-days, Carolyn gets together with local widows for shopping and dinner dates. When asked about Valentine’s Day, she answered: “I’m a ‘snowbird.’ I go to Flor-ida during the winter to keep my spirits alive. You just have to find your own way of coping with grief—go out there and just do it.”

Pat Nowak lost her husband suddenly at age 47 in 1995, when he was struck by a motorist while crossing the street. Now, she is the Executive Director of the Sylvania Area Chamber of Commerce and author of The ABC’s of Widowhood: A Guide to Life After a Death (available online on Amazon). For Valentine’s Day, Ms. Nowak suggests making sure you’re busy and doing something unique, fun and different: “Do not wallow in self-pity. You need to make yourself accessible to new things. ”

Valentine’s Day and lost loved onesHow widows and widowers have learned to cope

by Monica Lobo


Valentine’s Day is that special day when everyone wants to impress their sweetheart. Most often, that bond-ing takes place over a delightful meal while gazing into each other’s eyes. I wanted to know the secrets to great February dining, so I visited with George Mancy from Mancy’s Italian to find out what surprises he uses to produce the perfect meal for that special someone.

As he tells it, Valentine dinners usu-ally begin two days before the actual event, and in the restaurant he serves almost 650 meals that day. The staff at Mancy’s removes all the round tables in the dining room and sets up most tables for two. There is a special menu for two and it includes opportunities to share entrees.

George told me that he doesn’t do anything exotic on special holidays,

because most people enjoy the com-fort foods. They know what they are getting, and want the familiar items. They usually plan to order dessert with their entrees—red velvet cupcakes are a wonderful end to the perfect evening.

It takes an army to service people on Valentine’s Day, New Year’s Day and Mother’s Day—the three biggest days in the restaurant—nine people on the chef line, one or two prep cooks, 13 servers and three bartenders.

George Mancy began his career washing dishes. He is a self-taught chef, taking classes at some culinary schools and working at restaurants to refine his skills. He takes pride that most patrons at Mancy’s Italian come from the neighborhood close to the restaurant. His patrons are neighbors and friends that come often for din-ner; they feel confident in the reliabil-ity of great cuisine, the ambiance and friendliness of the staff.

George shared two of his recipes, one from the restaurant as well as his personal tiramisu recipe.

Love is in the airPreparing for magic at Mancy’s Italian

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Mancy’s Italian Grill Linguine Gamberi (Shrimp)

12 oz. linguine pasta4 TBSP butter, unsalted, divided8 cloves roasted garlic, rough chopped1 c. low-sodium chicken stock½ tsp ground white pepper10 hot cherry peppers, sliced¼ c. grape tomatoes, cut in half2 TBSP fresh basil, sliced1 lb. jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8-10 minutesor until al dente; drain. Melt 1 TBSP butter in a large skillet. Saute shrimp, garlic, and peppersfor 5 minutes, or until shrimp are pink. Add chicken stock and simmer, finish with remaining butter. Add in tomatoes, season with a pinch white pepper. In a large bowl, toss pasta, shrimp, fresh basil and serve.Serves 8 Source: Mancy’s Italian Grill

TIRAMISU3.75 lb. marscapone½ lb. powdered sugar12 egg yolks1 qt. heavy whipping cream½ TBSP vanilla extract1 qt. espresso (cool to room temperature)2 oz. rum2-3 boxes ladyfingers

- Add egg yolks and powdered sugar to mixing bowl (mix well) Add mascarpone cheese and mix until incorporated In separate bowl, mix heavy whipping cream and vanilla extract until cream is fluffy Fold whipping cream into large mixing bowl with cheese mixture Take espresso (or dark coffee) and mix with rum Dip ladyfingers in espresso and begin layering pan. There should be three layers of each—ladyfingers and cheese mixture Let sit covered overnight in refrigerator Cut tiramisu and garnish with cocoa or chocolate sauce and fresh fruitSource: George Mancy, Mancy’s Italian Grill

Hockey and Hops Beer TasTing evenTHuntington Center

500 Jefferson Ave. 419-725-WALL. toledowalleye.com

Sample gourmet beer and graze a buf-fet. Game against the Cincinnati Cyclones at 7:15pm.

5:30pm. $15-$24, Get into the party for $32 with a ticket, or get a ticket and the tasting for $45.

February CaLeNDar FOODsiT and sip daysSweet Shalom Tea Room

8216 Erie St., Sylvania. 419-297-9919. sweetshalomtearoom.com

Sip fragrant teas, perfect to warm you up during the cold winter days as you enjoy homemade tea sandwiches and pastries. Per-fect for book clubs, catching up with friends or making a few new ones.

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February 2015Sunday 1[art]Celebrate Black History Month - Join in the celebration of Black History Month by reading some wonderful books au-thored and illustrated by african ameri-cans also on display. Through February. Library hours. Holland Branch General Space, 1032 South McCord Rd., Hol-land. 419-259-5240. toledolibrary.org

Reverence & Irreverence: Rebecca Zeiss - Experimental photo-graphs by the artist. Zeiss will speak about her work and process, 1:30pm, Monday, March 2. Exhibition through March 2. Clement Gallery, 9am-8pm daily. The CVa Gallery at the university of Toledo Center for Performing arts, 2801 W. Bancroft St. 419-530-2375. zeissworks.com

TuESday 3[art]Spring is in the Air - The Toledo artists’ Club’s February juried exhibition, “Spring is in the air,” will be on view through Thursday, February 26. The club is open to the public 1-4pm Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. Toledo Botanical Garden The Toledo artists’ Club, 5403 Elmer dr. 418-531-4079. toledoartistsclub.com Free

WEdnESday 4[benefit]4th Annual Have A Heart Drive - Helps supply hygiene items to five local outreach centers. Collection boxes will be located on the Sisters of St. Francis grounds and Lourdes university. Through February 12. 8am-5pm. Lourdes uni-versity, 6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania. 800-878-3210. lourdes.edu

THuRSday 5Boomers Resource Network - The group offers a network of community resources for those born between 1946 and 1964 with a delicious lunch at 11:30am fol-lowed by an educational speech at 1pm. Every Thursday. 11:30am-2pm. uncle John’s Restaurant, 3131 Secor Rd. 419-865-8503. boomersrn.com

FRiday 6[literary]Friends of the Library Book Sale - Enjoy a large selection of books for sale! all genres and areas of interest. 1-4:30pm Friday, 9am-4:30pm Saturday, 1-4pm Sunday. Sanger Branch Library, 3030 W. Central ave. 419-259-5370. toledolibrary.org

[comedy]Michael Palascak - immersed in the comedy world since age 9, Michael has recently taken his stand-up skills to The Late Show with David Letterman and the Tonight Show with Jay Leno. ages 18+. Friday and Saturday, 8pm & 10:30pm. $15. Laffs inc., 3922 Secor Rd. 419-214-0700. laffsinc.com

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Downtown Perrysburg’s winterfest 2015downtown Perrysburg, Perrysburg. Celebrate winter in beautiful down-town Perrysburg with over 100 ice carvings, craft beer and wine tastings and musical entertainment. Friday, February 20-Sunday, February 22. downtown Perrysburg at 2nd Street & Louisiana ave. perrysburgwinterfest.org

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SaTuRday 7[miscellaneous]T.A.M.E. Meeting - The Toledo area Miniature Enthusiasts, a scale miniature dollhouse club, meets monthly to talk about creative new ideas for their collection. The first Saturday of the month. 1-4pm. Sylvania Heritage Museum, 5717 Main St., Sylvania. 419-882-4865. cityofsylvania.com

[benefit]11th Annual Heart and Soul ToledoThe evening will feature a silent and live auction, dinner, a cash bar and live music. Help raise awareness for mental illness. Proceeds benefit the northwest Ohio Psychiatric Hospital and the Thomas M. Wernert Center. 6:30-10pm. $40/ad-vance, $50/at the door. Fifth Third Field “The Bird Cage,” 406 Washington St. 419-764-4387. heartandsoultoledo.com

[art]Smartphone Nature Photography Work-shop - Maybe you don’t want to splurge on a nice camera to document your outdoor experience. Opt for this class that focuses on iPhones and androids. Registration required. $8/members, $10/nonmembers. Secor Metropark national Center for nature Photography, 10001 W. Central ave., Berkey. 419-407-9793. metroparkstoledo.com

[film]Toledo International Film Festival - Celebrate cultural diversity with inspiring films from around the world. Tonight, enjoy a screening of the Japanese film, akira Kurosawa’s Dreams. 5pm. $5/online, $7/at door. The Ohio Theatre and Event Center, 3112 Lagrange St. 419-255-8406. ohiotheatretoledo.org

Sunday 8[art]Pop-Up Class: Facial Geometry - Tackle the visage with expert advice. 2-3:30pm. $25. art Supply depo, 29 S. St. Clair. 419-720-6462. artsupplydepo.com

TuESday 10[art]Adult Weeknight Workshop: Playroom Decor - decorate your living space with homemade pom pom garlands, pennants and unique paper chains. ByOB. 7-9pm. $25. Create art Studio + Workshop, 422 E. Louisiana ave., Perrysburg. 419-873-6240. createperrysburg.com

Basic Gourd Stitch - Learn how to create a beaded tube using the gourd stitch. another class available 3-6pm. Saturday, February 21. 3-6pm. $20 + materials. Beads & Books, 4925 dorr St. Suite a. 419-350-1087. beadsandbooks419.com

[health]Caregiver Support Group - This is a save place to learn, offer, receive helpful tips and meet others coping with alzheimer’s or another dementia. The second Tuesday

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drive down and see the wide variety of automobiles on display. There will be hun-dreds of makes and models, including the latest innovations in transportation design and cool new featured vehicles. Through February 8. 3pm-9pm Thursday, noon-9-pm Friday,10am-9pm Saturday,10am-5pm Sunday. adults/$7, students/$5, seniors (55+)/ $5 only on Saturday from noon-5pm, ages 9 and under/free. Seagate Convention Center, 401 Jefferson ave. 419-255-3300. toledo-seagate.com

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Have fun painting and drinking wine. Reservation required. 11am-1:30pm or 5-8pm. $35. Chateau Tebeau Winery, 525 State Rt. 635, Helena. 419-680-0386. chateautebeauwinery.com

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The swap will feature a variety of seeds from all types of fruits, vegetables and vegetation for trade. noon-3pm. Wood-ward High School, 701 E. Central ave. toledogarden.org Free

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27Dr. No - This 1962 British spy movie, starring Sean Connery, is the first of 23 in the successful ames Bond series. 7:30pm. $5. The Valentine Theatre, 410 Adams St. 419-242-2787. valentinetheatre.com

Professional Bull Riders - Witness 40 of the world’s top athletes, followed by the men who dare to ride them. Nothing will stop these cowboys from realizing their dream of conquering a ferocious 2,000-lb raging bull. 7:30pm Friday, February 6 & Saturday, February 7. $15-$65.The Huntington Center, 500 Jefferson Ave. 419-321-5007. huntingtoncentertoledo.com

Winter Yarn Bomb Fest Check out the yarn decorated trees and landscape, complete a scavenger hunt for a prize, enjoy ice skating on Lake Olander, a bonfire and hot chocolate. noon-4pm. Olander Park, nederhouser Community Park, 6930 W. Sylvania ave., Sylvania. 419-882-8313. yarnbombsylvania.com

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of the month. 3:30-5pm. St. Paul’s Luther-an Church, 9144 Lewis Ave., Temperance. 800-272-3900. alz.org

WedneSdAy 11[miscellaneous]Widow Support Group - Angela’s Angels “Women with Wings” widow support group. every second Wednesday of the month. 7-8:30pm. Angela’s Angels, 5774 Main Street, Sylvania. 419-824-4079. angelasangelsgifts.com Free

[health]Self Defense for Women - UT Police Of-ficer Jill Goldberg facilitates a hands-on self-defense class specifically designed for women. Wear comfortable athletic clothing and shoes. Registration required. Wednesdays through March 4. 5:30-8-:30pm. eberly Center for Women Tucker Hall, 2801 W. Bancroft St. 419-530-8570. utoledo.edu Free

THURSdAy 12[miscellaneous]One Man’s Junk is Another’s Treasure: Antique Appraisal with Beth Rose Auction - Join Beth Rose as she shares stories from the wonderful world of auctions and antiques. Bring along one item to be appraised. 1-3pm. Leonard Lounge at Federation Campus, 6465 Sylvania Ave. jewishtoledo.org

[music]Jazz Under Glass Music Series - In partner-ship with the Art Tatum Jazz Heritage Society, enjoy a fantastic jazz perfor-mance. The second Thursday of the month through May. 6:30-8:30pm. $20/adults, $5/students, $15/Art Tatum Jazz Heritage Society Members. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledo-museum.org

[health]A Healthy Start Health Fair - Stop by and get your blood and sugar levels checked, a quick memory test, safety information and learn about Medicare’s most recent updates. 10am-noon. Senior Adult Center,2700 Pelham Rd. jewishtoledo.org Free

FRIdAy 13[comedy]Matt Kirshen - One of the top 10 finalists on season 5 of nBC’s Last Comic Stand-ing, Matt has appeared on Late night with Jimmy Fallon and his debut comedy Cd was named one of the top 10 albums of 2009 by Punchline Magazine. Ages 18+. Friday & Saturday, 8pm & 10:30pm. $15. Laffs Inc., 3922 Secor Rd. 419-214-0700. laffsinc.com

SATURdAy 14[sports]Walleye vs Wheeling Nailers - Cheer on the Walleye. For Valentine’s day, there will be a pre-game light-up rose giveaway for your sweetheart. The Walleye face off against the nailers again on February 21. 7:15pm. $15-24. Huntington Center, 500 Jefferson Ave. 419-725-WALL. toledowalleye.com

[film] When Harry Met Sally - This popular 1989 American romantic comedy film stars favorites Billy Crystal and Meg Ryan on their quest for love. 7:30pm. $5. The Valentine Theatre, 410 Adams St. 419-242-2787. valentinetheatre.com

[music]Valentine’s Day with The Manhattan Trans-fer - Brought to you by the Toledo Sym-phony. 8-11pm. Stranahan Theater, 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd. 419-381-8851. stranahantheater.org

TUeSdAy 17[literary]Writing Workshop - Have you started, fin-ished or developed a novel? Come share your work in a supportive workshop and explore essential writing tools. Registration required. 1:30-3pm, Tuesdays through March 24. $65. 577 Foundation, 577 e. Front St., Perrysburg. 419-872-0305. 577foundation.org

[miscellaneous]A Day of Pampering, Cards & Crafts enjoy the day playing games, mak-ing crafts and receiving massages and manicures. Transportation will be provided from the Federation campus. Registration and payment required by Feb. 9. 10am-3pm. $5 (includes lunch and activities). Senior Adult Center, 2700 Pelham Rd. jewishtoledo.org

follow The drinking Gourd during this planetarium show. Part of UT’s Black His-tory Month. 2-3pm. Ritter Planetarium, 2801 W. Bancroft St. 419-530-2650. utoledo.edu Free

[comedy]Mayor Drew Hastings - A comedian, mayor-elect in 2012 and a farmer, drew’s comedy covers a variety of ar-eas, from politics to everyday life experi-ences. Ages 18+. Friday & Saturday, 8pm & 10:30pm. 10:30pm. $15/ad-vance, $17.50/at door. Laffs Inc., 3922 Secor Rd. 419-214-0700. laffsinc.com

[film]See You Next Tuesday - enjoy a screen-ing of See You Next Tuesday, an original film by local photographer Joseph Vogt. and a special performance by Ms. Gina Amez. All proceeds will benefit the Col-lingwood Arts Center. Ages 18+. 8pm. $8.75/couple, $9.27/single (online tick-et purchases with service fee included). Collingwood Arts Center, 2413 Collingwood Blvd. 419-244-2787. collingwoodartscenter.org

SATURdAy 21[miscellaneous]Creating Success in Your Life Conference - The Power of Girlfriends network inspires and motivates a network of over 2,000 women. This motivating afternoon will kick off with an exciting session that explores personality styles, achieving the success you want in your professional and personal life. Reg-istration required. 12:30-4:30pm. $35. Stone Oak Country Club, 100 Stone Oak Blvd., Holland. 419-867-8400.

Winter Yarn Bomb Fest - Take a stroll and check out the yarn decorated trees and landscape, complete a scaven-ger hunt for a prize, enjoy ice skating on Lake Olander, a bonfire and hot chocolate. noon-4pm. Olander Park, nederhouser Community Park, 6930 W. Sylvania Ave., Sylvania. 419-882-8313. yarnbombsylvania.com

SUndAy 22[sports]Walleyes vs Gwinnett Gladiators - Cheer on Toledo’s hockey team and enjoy a post-game open skate. 5:15-9pm. $15-$24. Huntington Center, 500 Jefferson Ave. 419-725-WALL. toledowalleye.com

[art]Pop-Up Class: Mixed Media Drawing Techniques - Learn new techniques dur-ing this fun, short class. Please register in advance. 2-3:30pm. $25. Art Supply depo, 29 S. St. Clair. 419-720-6462. artsupplydepo.com

[health]Back to Basics: Herbology - Learn about the energetics of herbs during this intro to herbology class. Registration required. 2-4pm. $10. 577 Foundation, 577 e. Front St., Perrysburg. 419-872-0305. 577foundation.org

Black History MonthSUndAy 1Black History Month Celebrations - Create a work of art inspired by African-American artists represented in the TMA collection. noon–5pm February 1, 10am-3pm February 3 & 5, 3:30–8pm February 6. Toledo Museum of Art Family Center, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org

WedneSdAy 11Friends of Lathrop Lecture Series - This lecture will celebrate Black History Month and the important men and women who worked for racial equal-ity. 7-9pm. Wildwood Preserve Manor House, 5100 W. Central Ave. 419-407-9700. metroparkstoledo.com Free

WedneSdAy 18Dream Big - Toledoan, Kamesha Hair-ston, played professional basketball for the WnBA. Join her as she shares her experiences and how to dream big during Black History Month. 4-5pm. Kent Library: Meeting Room A, 3101 Collingwood Blvd. 419-259-5340. toledolibrary.org

FRIdAy 20Follow The Drinking Gourd - Published in 1928, the American folksong was used by Underground Railroad operatives direct fleeing slaves. This presentation allows viewers to follow The drinking Gourd. Part of UT’s Black History Month. 2-3pm. Ritter Planetarium, 2801 W. Bancroft St. utoledo.edu/centers/eberly Free

SATURdAy 28The Great Migration: Mapping Your History - Guest speakers provide information on researching African American genealogy. There will also be a live blues performance and gallery exhibition. 1-4pm. downtown Li-brary: McMaster Center Lobby, 325 n. Michi-gan St. 419-259-5200. toledolibrary.org

Tuesdays IN February28th Annual Black History Month Blues Se-ries - Big names in the jazz and blues music world perform every Tuesday throughout the month.7:30-9pm February 3 at the ellis Li-brary & Reference Center, Thornetta davis; 7-8pm February 10 at the dorsch Memorial Branch Library, Shawn Holt and the Tear-drops; 7-9pm February 17 at the Carleton Branch Library, John nemeth; 7-9pm Febru-ary 24 at the Bedford Branch Library Com-munity Room, Roddy Barnes. Visit the web-site for artist information. monroe.lib.mi.us

Quilts of Compassion Sew-In - Make lap quilts for Quilts of Compassion disaster Response Team. Pre-cut fabric packets and batting will be provided. Bring your own quilts you wish to work on to donate to the organization. Please bring your sewing machine. 5-8pm. Stitch, 4024 n. Holland Sylvania Road #10. 419-517-7092. stitchtoledo.com

[education]Computer Basics - This course is for the true computer beginner, no previous knowledge required. Learn proper com-puter care, data storage, internet search-ing and document organization. Three weekly sessions. 5:30-8:30pm, Tuesdays through March 3. $65. eberly Center for Women, Tucker Hall, 2801 W. Bancroft St. 419-530-8570. utoledo.edu

FRIdAy 20[miscellaneous]2015 Sauder Village Knitter’s Retreat - Two days of knitting in a private meeting room at the Heritage Inn, starting on Friday morning and ending Saturday afternoon. Classes of your choice from the selections with a per class fee. 10am-4pm. $75/non-members, $70/members. Sauder Heritage Inn, 22611 St. Rt. 2, Archbold. 419-445-6408. saudervillage.org

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Thursday, 5 Wilde Dance Presents: A Walk Through the Wilde Years - revisiting the milestones of her life, Kerri Wilde commemorates the 10th Wilde dance Performance with music and choreography inspired by past decades. 7pm. $14/adult, $8/students and seniors. Owens Community Col-lege Center for Fine and Performing arts, 3200 Bright rd., Findlay. 419-246-8732. ts4arts.org

Peter and the Starcatcher - a grownup play on Peter Pan. 7:30pm. $48-$68. Valentine Theatre, 410 adams st. 419-242-3490. valentinetheatre.com

saTurday, 7Opera Ain’t No Drag - The Toledo Opera and the Pride of Toledo Federation will team up to bring you opera like you haven’t seen it before. some of the area’s best drag queens will share the stage with incredible singers. 7pm. $15/general and $25/for two tickets, online or at the door. Collingwood arts Center, 2413 Col-lingwood Blvd. OperaaintNodrag2015.brownpapertickets.com

Leading Ladies - The Waterville Playshop presents a comedic look at two shake-spearean actors attempting to collect a multi-million dollar inheritance. 8pm Friday and saturday, 2:30pm sunday.$10.

Maumee Indoor Theatre, 601 Conant st. 419-897-8902. watervilleplayshop.org

All Aboard the Marriage Hearse - amy and sean have been a couple for nearly three years. amy thinks it is time to get married, but sean does not believe in the institution. Follow the couple as they settle their future. 8pm Friday and satur-day, 2:30pm sunday. $15. The Toledo repertoire Theatre. 16 10th st. 419-243-9277. toledorep.org

WedNesday, 18Wicked - The Broadway smash hit about life before dorothy. The story starts with two mismatched college roommates who later become The Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch. Through March 8, call or see online for showtimes. Tickets start at $50. detroit Opera house, 1526 Broadway st., detroit, MI. 855-305-4873. detroittheater.org

saTurday, 28Dancing Through Life - Toledo Ballet pres-ents a new production. Choreographed and directed by Michael Lang. 2pm. $5/advance, $7/at door. Ohio Theatre To-ledo, 3112 Lagrange st. 419-255-8406. ohiotheatretoledo.org

While Susannah is not your typical per-formance, its tradition as an American op-era is well established. In 1955, a 24-year-old composer, Carlisle Floyd, combined operatic and appalachian-folk traditions for the world premier of his first opera, Susannah.

“In a sense, Susan-nah is the American Opera,” said Robert Mirakian, Assistant Di-rector of Toledo Opera and Stage Manager for Susannah. “One of the reasons we are doing this show is to give people something newer.”

In Susannah’s revolu-tionary style, The Toledo Opera will change their routine with exciting addi-tions. A projection screen will be used as part of the fast-paced opera with short acts and fre-quent scene changes. The orchestra will be on stage and the the singing will all happen close to the front of the stage, providing an intimate performance.

The famous Samuel Ramey will appear in a role he has mastered with dozens of per-formances, including the 1999 The Metro-politan Opera premiere. Sean Cooper—a Toledo Opera mainstay—will take over for

his directorial debut.In addition, Jennifer Coo-

per, a Bowling Green resident and Sean’s wife, will grace the stage as Susannah. “The role is personal to me. I grew up in Tennessee and I relate to Susannah’s thoughts of get-ting out,” Cooper reflected. “I connect to her hopeful-ness.”

Both opera aficionados and those unacquainted, or even skeptical, will enjoy the performances.

“It’s just really good music… it is the American

opera,” said Mirakian.

Tickets start at $30. 7:30pm Friday, February 13. 2pm Sunday, February 15. Valentine Theatre, 410 Adams St.

419-255-SING (7646). toledoopera.org

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MONday 23[education]Women’s Success Series - These educational workshops are for women only and cover a diverse range of topics from public speaking to social networking. registration requested. Visit the eberly Center’s website for a complete list of classes. eberly Center for Women Tucker hall, room 1068, 2801 W. Bancroft st. 419-530-8570. utoledo.edu Free

Tuesday 24[miscellaneous]The Price Is Right - “The Price Is right Live” is the hit interactive stage show that gives eligible individuals the chance to “come on down” to win. Prizes may include appliances, vacations and possibly a new car. 6:30pm. $37-$59.50. stranahan Theater, 4645 heatherdowns Blvd. 419-381-8851. stranahantheater.org

WedNesday 25[health]Aid and Attendance Benefit - War veterans and their spouses will learn about the options for assistance. Presented by the department of Veterans affairs. 10:30-11:30am. Vibrant Life senior Living, 667 W. sterns rd., Temperance.

Thursday 26[education]Climate Hope: Water Resources - develop do something strategies at the individual, local, regional and national levels to combat this issue. registration required. 6:30-8pm. $10. 577 Foundation, 577 e. Front st., Perrysburg. 419-872-0305. 577foundation.org

FrIday 27[education]Finance Fridays - This one-on-one per-sonal consultation program is designed to provide answers to general information on a variety of financial concern. ap-pointments required. The last Friday of the month through July. 1:30-3:30pm. eberly Center for Women, Tucker hall, 2801 W. Bancroft st. 419-530-8570. utoledo.edu

saTurday 28[sports]Walleyes vs Kalamazoo Wings - Cheer on Toledo’s hockey team during Pink in the rink night. The team will wear specialty pink jerseys as they skate upon pink ice. 7:15pm. $15-$24. huntington Center, 500 Jefferson ave. 419-725-WaLL. tole-dowalleye.comSee mOre

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Continuing Care retirement Communities KINGSTON HEALTHCAREKingston Residence of Perrysburg & SylvaniaKingston Care Center of SylvaniaKingston Rehabilitation of Perrysburg

419-724-CARE, www.kingstonhealthcare.comKingston Healthcare provides convenient, quality care in the greater Toledo area. Our comprehensive care services include assisted living, rehabilitation, memory care, long term and respite care. Schedule a visit, and you'll immediately experience the beau-tiful surroundings, the helpful staff, and genuine care that sets our communities apart. Kingston communities are located in Perrysburg and Sylvania.

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A Place to Call “Home”. If you have been looking for a comfortable, secure and affordable place to live... Look no further, Pelham Manor Apartments offer many amenities including: individually controlled heat and central air conditioning, laundry facilities, all appliances, rent based on income (extremely low income encouraged to apply). Pelham Manor is a tobacco-free property offering one and two bedroom apartments for persons aged 62 years or older, with some units available to persons under 62 who require certain accessibility features. Please call for information or stop by Monday-Friday 8:30 am- 4 pm.

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One story apartment community nine years old for ages 55 and older. You’ll have it all under one roof... library, activities & craft room, beauty salon, fireside lounge, game room, exercise room, coffee shoppe, patios, community room, washer/dryer hookups and activities. Family owned and operated. Offering the best in luxury adult living. Just like home... only better! Rents from $825.

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The Elizabeth Scott Community2720 Albon Road Maumee, OH 43537

419-865-3002The Elizabeth Scott Community opened its new Inde-pendent Living apartments in March 2010 for individuals age 62 and older. The Independent Living units are unfurnished with one- or two-bedrooms; walk-in closets; full kitchen with stove, oven, refrigerator and dishwasher; private washer and dryer; daily continental breakfast and dinner included; Resident Activity Center with fitness equipment; heated outdoor pool; and housekeeping. The Elizabeth Scott Community also offers two distinct levels of Assisted Living. Assisted Living Level I units are available as studio or one-bedroom apartments with a variety of amenities and services. Assisted Living Level II is tailored for those residents who need greater assistance but still remain as independent as possible. Assisted Living Level II is also secured for individuals suffering from Dementia. For more information and a video tour, visit www.elizabethscott.org.

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“I noticed there was a need in our community. For over 9 years I’ve been working with families with physical and mental disabilities and also local non profits to provide a superior service.

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