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Thanksgiving Treats

Family recipes from the Mature Living Staff

Shedding LighT on SLeep diSorderS

searching for the

sandman

WinTer FiTneSS guide

Tips from local pros Pg. 7

FREENovember 2014 / Volume 20 ● 11

Q&AJudge Andy Devine

Pg. 6

SEE INSIDE!

Mature

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Cover Story 9Searching for the Sandman

November 2014

entertainment n calendar 14 n theater calendar 17 n movie/film calendar 18 n Where are they noW? 19

HealtH 11n healing during the holidaySn Still fighting Still beautifuln free mammogram ScreeningS

loCal BriefS 5

food n SalSa SenSationS 12 n Kitchen confidential 13

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Holiday PartyFriday, December 4, 2014

11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.Premier Banquet Complex, 4480 Heatherdowns Blvd., Toledo, OH

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Area Of ce on Aging, 2155 Arlington Avenue, Toledo, OHTicket Prices: $5 (age 60 and over) and $10 (under age 60)

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Defending LakeErieHow do we prevent another crisis, and protect our water for the future?

The 14th annual Great Lakes Water Conference will address these

questions and much more, on Friday, November 7 at the University of

Toledo College of Law. Among the panel

topics will be Algae and the Toledo Water

Crisis, Defining the Reach of the Clean

Water Act and Open Lake Disposal

of Harbor Sediments. The confer-

ence is free and open to the public.

2801 W. Bancroft St., Toledo. 8am-

4pm, $75 for attorneys seeking CLE

credits. utoledo.edu.

CommuNity reCogNitioN

The 2014 Ray of Hope Awards were held Wednesday, October 22, recog-nizing the efforts of community leaders who have had a significant impact on our area. Jerry Jakes, Norm Koenigseker, Mike Tansey and Candy Sturtz will be honored, along with Lourdes Uni-versity and Drs. Simon, Haerian and Ludwig. Honorees were lauded for their contributions to community and public service, leadership and education. The event was sponsored by Promedica Flower Hos-pital, and proceeds will benefit Sylvania Area Family Services. —KT

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Nearing almost two decades of inde-pendent publishing, the Sylvania Franciscans are crafting original cards under their Pine Cone

Press label. The Sisters of St. Francis of Sylva-nia create full-color, 4” x 5” greeting and note cards for all occasions. Anniversary, birthday, encouragement, feast, thank you and wedding cards are designed by the Sisters. The cards can be purchased online or in-store at the All Good Things Arts & Gifts, or at select local farm-ers’ markets. All Good Things is open 9am-5pm Monday-Friday, and 10am-2pm Saturday. 6832 Convent Blvd, Sylvania. 419-824-3749, face-book.com/AllGoodThingsGiftShop or sistersosf.org/GiftShop/OriginalCards—AC

Vibrant Life now openWith a new approach to assisted living and memory care, Vibrant Life Se-nior Living is now open in Temperance. The facility boasts more than 20 years of experience serving seniors of all ages, with a wide range of physical or cog-nitive needs. “Simply, we don’t change the way we treat someone just because they may have changed. In fact, we change,” said Tina Keith, Vibrant Life Senior Living marketing manager. Vibrant Life focuses on providing a warm, welcoming residential setting for those in need of assistance with personal care tasks as well as treatment for cognitive disorders, such as Alzheimer’s. For more information, call 734-847-4096. 667 W. Sterns Rd., Temperance, MI. —KT

Mature Living is happy to offer “Age is a Laughing Matter”, presented by Staff Writer

and Speaker, Linda Tippett. It’s a 30-minute talk about the magazine as well as presenting the

many humorous sides of daily living as we get older. We need to learn to laugh to stay healthy. If your interested in Linda speaking to your group

for a moderate fee, call her at 419.882.3705

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We caught up with re-cently retired Judge Andy Devine and asked him about his hallowed career.

Although he has entered a new chapter in his life, his work lives on through commu-nity development projects. He is especially passionate when it comes to the subject of at-risk youths—and has advocated for a solution that begins in the home.

As a Judge of the Juvenile Court, one of your key strate-gies was to reach out to the parents of troubled youths. How did you decide this was important?

When I began to realize that in most cases, the parent needed as much help as the child. Changing the home envi-ronment is critical if you want to help a troubled child.

Tell us a little bit about your latest project, the Parent Center at Lourdes University? The Parent Center at Lourdes University will use education, research and outreach to inform policy makers and promote prac-tices that empower and support parents in their primary responsibility for the care, nurturing and education of their children. Changing the policies of institutions to reflect the critical role of parents is the challenge. Parents are primarily responsible for taking care of their children—not the community.

You were an early board member of the Toledo Mountain mentors and the organization still exists today. What makes its mission so special?

The Mountain Mentor program is a combination of “Outward Bound” and “Big Brother” programs. It’s the bonding that takes

place between mentor and child while hiking in the “Mountains” together that makes the program successful. In many cases the “mentor-child” bonding lasts a lifetime. What legacy do you hope to leave for Toledo's legal community... and beyond?

When I moved from Mu-nicipal Court Judge to Family Court Judge in 1975, I heard both divorces and juvenile cases. I soon learned that my divorce docket occupied 90 percent of my time. The juve-nile docket was being managed almost entirely by staff, and the demand of attorneys in di-vorce cases got all the attention of the judges. Juveniles could not afford attorneys.

With the help of Rep. Barney Quilter, we were able to create a separate Juvenile Court for Lucas County. The Juvenile Court Judge is now able to spend his/her entire time on juvenile matters—a dramatic shift in the legal com-munity of Lucas County. It made a huge difference on how juvenile matters were priori-tized. And it is there that I fell in love with parents—the most important people on earth.

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disease. Seasonal affective disorder be gone—Here’s how some local health experts stay fit and healthy when cold weather hits.

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What’s the best cold-weather activity in the city? Ice skating at the Toledo Zoo.

How do you make healthy habits last?It takes 21 days to create a habit. You have to be dedicated to make a change. Once you make the change and you feel better you will keep doing it!

What’s the most rewarding aspect of your job?I love to watch my clients achieve their goals. Especially in the elderly. It is truly amazing what the body can accomplish even at an older age!

How do you stay active in the winter season?I like to stay active in the winter by shoveling snow. I also enjoy sledding and snowmobiles in the winter.

Who do you admire, and why?I admire my clients for the hard work and dedica-tion they give each and every workout. Many have struggled for years with different issues yet they keep moving forward to accomplish their goals.

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How do you stay active in the winter season? As part of my commitment to a healthy lifestyle, I’m active year-round. I work out at the gym. I love running in Wildwood Park; it’s beautiful throughout all four seasons.

How do you make healthy habits last?Any habit takes commitment, repetition and dedication. Mental toughness is the key to becoming the best you can be.

If we looked in your refrigerator right now, what would we see? First and foremost, our signature homemade pickles. The recipe had been passed down from generation to generation and the entire family gets together each year to make pickles. You would also find leftovers and fresh produce, including MacQueen’s apples and cider.

What’s in your current workout playlist? Drake, Wiz Khalifa and my wife’s salsa music!

What’s your best holiday memory? It has to be what we do each Thanksgiving. We provide free dental care to those less for-tunate. We’re honored to help our community.

Who do you admire, and why? I admire our patients, many of whom work hard and are dedicated to their oral and overall health.

Name one thing that’s changed your lifestyle:Growing up playing competitive tennis and other sports taught me that being my best takes hard work and determination. With these things, success will follow.

What’s most rewarding about your job?Seeing my patients smile. Bringing about the transformation from a patient unable to show their teeth to a beautiful, beaming and confi-dent mile is simply the best.

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What’s the best cold-weather activity in the city? Hiking in Wildwood.

Who do you admire, and why? All small business owners, because we are the backbone of the community.

How do you make healthy habits last? Keep motivated by belonging to a group.

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Uncovering the problemThe Regional Center For Sleep

Medicine, 4041 West Sylvania Ave., Toledo, offers diagnostic testing and treatment for those who suffer from sleep disorders. “Sleep disorders are be-coming more frequent. One factor is the increase in consumption of coffee and energy drinks. As people use these, they become more restless and the long-term health effects are quite severe,” said Dr. Joseph Shaffer.

Dr. Shaffer has been studying and treating sleep disorders for more than 30 years. He earned a Ph.D. from Temple University in 1982. He has the distinc-tion of being a Diplomat of the Ameri-can Board of Sleep Medicine (DABSM) and is a fellow of the American Acad-emy of Sleep Medicine (FAASM). A board-certified sleep specialist , he also teaches in the Department of Medicine at the University of Toledo.

“Our job is to find the problem areas within the sleep cycle and break through them,” said Dr. Andre Aguillon. Dr. Aguillon has practiced at the Regional Center For Sleep Medicine since 2012. He earned a Ph.D. from The University of Toledo, and he is a board-certified sleep specialist.

Common complaintsDr. Shaffer defines a sleep disorder

as “any factor that affects the natural rhythm of the genetic expression of the sleep-wake cycle.” While many people find themselves having trouble falling asleep at night, an occasional occur-rence of difficulty falling asleep is not cause for alarm. Stress and difficult life circumstances are bound to catch up with us from time to time, causing rest-less nights of poor sleep.

But when the inability to fall asleep persists over a prolonged period of time, serious mental and physical problems can occur. This is insomnia, a common sleep disorder. If persistent, medical at-tention should be sought. “In severe cases, patients have extreme difficulty functioning in their daily lives,” said Dr. Shaffer.

Interrupted rhythmsIn other cases, it’s not a matter of

falling asleep, but rather what happens once the individual is asleep. Sleep ap-nea and restless legs syndrome (RLS) are two common harmful sleep disor-ders. Sleep apnea is a condition where the muscles surrounding the nose and throat relax during sleep, and breathing

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It’s no secret: For many people, daily life is characterized by high stress, short nights, long working hours and lots of caffeine. For people 50 and older, these problems are coupled with the higher probability

for conditions such as diabetes, heart disease and obesity.

A good night’s sleep plays an important part in leading a healthy lifestyle, but the high-stress habits that many of us have adopted are often the cause of the most common sleep disorders. These sleeping problems—like insomnia, sleep apnea, and restless leg syndrome—can reduce your lifespan. If left untreated, sleep disorders can lead to a higher rate of heart failure, as well as an increased risk for developing diabetes.

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starts and stops for more than 10 seconds at a time during the night. RLS is a neurological condition where unpleasant sensations cause move the legs during sleep, preventing the individual from reaching the deeper levels of sleep needed to stay healthy.

“Every individual has a unique biological rhythm. When it’s disrupted, it often has ad-verse consequences,” said Dr. Shaffer. People with insomnia, sleep apnea, and RLS feel exhausted the following day, an obvious sign that one’s biological rhythm is off-balance.

Loud snoring at night is a possible indi-cator of sleep apnea. “The louder someone snores, the more likely they may have issues with getting a good night of sleep,” Dr. Agu-illon explained. According to Dr. Shaffer, “There are different levels of severity with sleep apnea; the most severe cases occur when an individual stops breathing 3,0 40 times per hour.”

Other symptoms include tossing and turn-ing while in bed or waking up with a headache or dry mouth. Obese individuals are the most prone to severe cases of sleep apnea.

The value of good rest“Sleep is underappreciated, and sleep dis-

orders are under-diagnosed,” said Dr. Shaffer. Problems with sleep are often overlooked or viewed as less important, but in many cases, they can be life -threatening if left untreated. “Sleep disorders are not traditionally taught in medical school, so many of these issues have not received the attention they deserve,” Dr. Aguillon explained.

Sleep disorders are increasingly found in both middle- aged adults and seniors. “The

older you get, the greater the chances that unresolved sleep disorders will cause other problems,” said Dr. Shaffer.

Heart attack, stroke, high blood pres-sure and sexual dysfunction are all associ-ated with sleep apnea, as well as insomnia and RLS. Anxiety and depression are often interlinked with sleep disorders as well; these mental conditions may be the result or cause of the sleeping problems. “It’s a bit of a two-way street,” said Dr. Aguillon. Disorders can also affect others. “[A sleep disorder] has the effect of increasing auto accidents, and is especially problematic for truck drivers,” Dr. Shaffer said.

Finding treatmentReducing overall stress levels and cut-

ting out alcohol, tobacco, and caffeine use may lessen the severity of these conditions. For more severe cases, cognitive behavioral therapy and/or prescribed medication may be needed.

The most common type of treatment for sleep apnea involves wearing a breath-ing machine known as a CPAP, short for Continuous Positive Airway Pressure. This machine uses air pressure to open the air-way, allowing the patient to have normal breathing patterns during sleep. Patients who have difficulty sleeping can undergo a sleep evaluation. This procedure involves running diagnostic testing, known as a polysomnography (PSG), while the patient sleeps overnight. During PSG, the patient is connected to a series of electrodes that monitor the patient's internal activity dur-ing sleep. A healthcare provider records this activity in another room while the patient sleeps. The results can determine the type and severity of the sleep disorder.

Increasing awarenessOften, people aren’t aware that they suf-

fer from these sleeping conditions. “Some-times patients know they have a problem. Other times, their bed partner is the one who notices that they snore, or that they stop breathing at night,” said Dr. Aquil-lon. When it comes to these conditions, it’s important to remember the rule of quality over quantity: The number of hours that a person sleeps each night doesn’t mean the individual has a sleeping disorder. “Some people need six hours a night, and others need nine or 10. So it’s not necessarily the number of hours a person sleeps, but rather the quality of the sleep they get,” he said.

For more information, or to schedule a consultation, contact the Regional

Center For Sleep Medicine at 419 -292- 1616.

“The older you get, the greater the chances that unresolved sleep disorders will cause a host of other problems.”

—Dr. Joseph Shaffer,The Regional Center For Sleep Medicine

“Our job is to find the problem areas within the sleep cycle and break through them,” said Dr. Andre Aguillon.

Dr. Joseph Shaffer, has studied sleep disorders for more than 30 years.

The Regional Center For Sleep Medicine

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Health CalendarTuesday 4Ecumenical Bereavement Support Group - The mission is to offer support to people who are grieving the death of a loved one. With caring support, they provide spiritual, emotional and social comfort. With speaker Rita Hoff. 3-4:30pm. st. Patrick of Heatherdowns Parish, emmaus Room, 4201 Heatherdowns Blvd. 419-381-1775. toledostpats.org Free

Wednesday 5National Eating Healthy Day - Join The american Heart association and help raise awareness for healthy eating and all of the benefits associated with a health conscious and beneficial diet. heart.org/nationaleatingHealthyday

FRiday 72014 Go Red For Women Luncheon, Health and Wellness Expo - Guests will have the opportunity to participate in health screenings as well as to interact with healthcare professionals. Hear heart-warming, real life experiences from dif-ferent women affected by heart disease and how it changed their lives. 11am-1-pm. Corporate tables of 10 are $900, individual tickets are $100. Parkway Place, 2500 Parkway Plaza, Maumee. 419-794-2121. cambridgeplace.biz

saTuRday 8Senior Caregiver Expo - “Contemporary issues in Caregiving.” expo is free and open to the public. Registration starts at 9:30am, program from 10am-3pm.

Parkway Place, 2592 Parkway Plaza, Maumee. 419-725-7042. cambridgeplace.biz Free

Frogtown Low Vision Expo - Learn about the options available for those with low vision and those that are legally blind. admission is free for those with low vision, family members or caregiviers of someone with low vision, eye care practitioners, rehabilitation counselors and teachers of the visually impaired. 9am-3pm. ProMedica st. Luke’s Hospi-tal, 5901 Monclova Rd., Maumee. 419-893-5911. stlukeshospital.com Free

THuRsday 13Lunch Wellness Series - “ it’s not What’s on the Plate but Between your ears”. di-ane nyitray-Kaericher, psychotherapist for the sophia Center, shares ways to change your mind, not your diet. Bring your lunch; dessert and drinks provided. noon-1pm. st. Joseph Hall Room 110, 6832 Convent Blvd., sylvania. 419-824-3533. lourdes.edu Free

Women’s Health: Opportunities & Obligations - doni Miller, local TV per-sonality and CeO of Toledo’s neighbor-hood Health association, will present on issues that impact women’s health today. she will be joined by Jan Ruma, Vice President of The Hospital Council of northwest Ohio. Ruma will address opportunities available to women through the affordable Care act and the expansion of Medicaid. 5:30-7pm. uT’s Health science Campus, Howard L. Collier Building Room 1000, 3000 arlington ave. utoledo.edu Free

Health NotesHealing during tHe HolidaysIf you’re struggling with preparations for the holiday season this year, you’re not alone. Hospice of Northwest Ohio will host a workshop titled “Facing the Holidays After the Loss of a Loved One,” from 1-3pm on Sunday, November 23 at the Toledo Hospice Center. Counselors will offer helpful insight and creative methods to help remember loved ones, cope with stress, and heal after loss. This workshop is free, but registration is required by November 17. Register at 419-661-4001. — KT

still figHting, still beautifulThe effects of cancer aren’t restricted to medical issues. Help for women struggling with the physical changes from treatment will be offered in a free workshop titled Look Good… Feel Better. Trained cosmetologists will show women creative and beautiful wig, turban, and scarf options and demonstrate methods for makeup, skin and nail care. In collaboration with the American Cancer Society, the Personal Care Products Council Foundation, and the Professional Beauty Association/National Cosmetology Association, the free workshop will provide make-up kits to use during and after the workshop. Register at 800-227-2345. 9:30-11:30am on Monday, November 10. Hickman Center at ProMedica Flower Hospital, 5200 Harroun Rd.

free mammogram screeningsIf you are between the ages of 40-60 and have no insurance or a high insurance deductible, free screening mammograms will be available through a grant from the Northwest Ohio Affiliate of Susan G. Komen. Those outside of the age range may also be eligible if they have battled breast cancer in the past or have an immediate family member with either breast cancer or a breast abnormality. Schedule an appointment at 419-734-8080. Wednesday, November 19. ProMedica Bay Park Hospital Women’s Services at Port Clinton. 1854 Perry St., Ste. 400, Port Clinton. —AC

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Amaya’s Fresh Mexican Grill offers a relaxed dining experience during the evening with a quicker-paced service

during the day for that lunch time-crunch. And, weather permitting, you can opt for dining on the patio.

Managing partner Tino Amaya, an in-surance agent from Monroe, MI, was a part owner of Salsarita’s who bought the restau-rant outright, renamed it Amaya’s, and is us-ing his family recipes for the menu. Amaya and his staff take pride in serving only what

Salsa sensationsAmaya’s offers fresh, family-friendly Mexican fare

by Marty Kokotaylo

they would serve to family, using fresh, qual-ity ingredients. The menu ranges from tacos to salads to burritos and Mexican pizzas as well as specially prepared vegetarian dishes. And the generous-sized margaritas are made in flavors such as strawberry, original, peach mango and pineapple.

On the salsa side, Amaya’s offers me-dium or hot cantina-style salsas (the hot va-riety has a pronounced flavor of cumin), as well as a cucumber or a mango ghost pepper salsa. The ghost pepper is blisteringly hot, but when used sparingly and in the right balance—as it is here—it is actually milder than the hot cantina salsa and definitely worth a try. Opt for the salsa fresca or the salsa verde, both are also excellent and made fresh daily. None of these salsas are out of a jar and you can really taste the freshness.

Happy hour comboAmaya’s has a happy hour from 4-7pm

Monday through Friday featuring one taco, chips and salsa along with a margarita or beer for only $5. Their chips are thin and crisp and, just like all the food here, made in-house daily,.

Daily specials range from a rice bowl to a Mexican pizza and taco salad for $5 with-out a beverage or $6.50 with one. If you’re in the mood for something more substan-tial, try the ground beef or chicken burrito for $5.75 (small) or $7.10 (large). The bur-ritos can be sauced with queso, enchilada, tomatillo or medium salsa. The large bur-rito lives up to the description—it is impos-

ingly large. They are made to order while you watch, adding your choice of beans, rice, queso , shredded cheese, tomato, ol-ives, corn, black beans and refritos to name a few options.

Steak, shrimp and pork are available options, with tender chunks of grilled skirt steak a delicious addition to any entree. You can also build the nachos from the same large variety of toppings. The guacamole is chunky and adds a nice touch to any en-tree.

Tacos, pizza, tamalesTacos come in soft or hard varieties. I

especially liked the soft corn with shredded beef, made from tender and juicy smoked brisket. Tacos are $2.69 for one or $7.99 for three. The Mexican pizza is made on a thin crisp tortilla and topped with a choice of chicken or ground beef ($6.39) or steak or shrimp ($7.46). Tamales are three for $7.99. The menu will change at times, depending on the availability of ingredients.

Amaya’s is familyfriendly and offers kids meal specials, and kids eat free on Sunday with each adult purchase. They also offer a 10% discount to service members.

This is really a great new local Mexican restaurant, and a good place to unwind after work for a drink and a quick bite to eat.

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It’s November; time to think of what to serve for the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday. Do we cook traditionally again or try something new and different? I visited with some up-and-coming chefs—all of them were Level Two culinary students under the direction of Jim Rhegness at Penta Culinary Arts Center. I asked them to share some tips with me to make holiday cooking a breeze, and to provide us with a special recipe for the holiday.

Be sure to be on the watch for some of the young chefs – their culinary savvy is sure to take them places.

Dried Cherry & Sausage Stuffing

(makes 6 servings)4 oz. butter2 ½ c. chopped celery6 ½ c. chopped leaks4 apples – peeled, cored and chopped1 ½ lbs. bulk breakfast sausage2 tsp. chopped fresh rosemary2 tsp. chopped fresh sage2 tsp chopped fresh parsley1 c. dried cherries1 c. dried cranberries1 c. toasted pine nuts1 6-oz. bag or box of stuffing mix2 c. chicken stockSalt and pepper to taste

Directions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a large pan, melt the butter. Sauté the onions, celery, leeks, apples and sausage for 10 minutes (or until sausage is cooked and broken up). Reduce heat to medium, and add the herbs, spices, dried cherries, pine nuts and cranberries. Stir until combined with vegetables and sausage. Add the dried stuffing mix and moisten with chicken stock. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Place in a buttered casserole dish and bake for 45 minutes.

● Brine the turkey to keep it moist before cooking. Do not baste a turkey; it actually dries it out. ● If you want to have vegetables with your meal, place the turkey on a vegetable rack with carrots, celery and onions; they will infuse the turkey and be a wonderful addition to the meal.● Place bacon on the turkey breast to keep it from drying out.● Use leftover turkey to make chili for the week-end football games● Mix some cranber-ries in with your stuffing and use fresh bread to keep them moist.● Use foil pans for serving side dishes● Have a lot of pies (this seems to be a favorite among the students)

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November 2014Saturday 1[miscellaneous]The World at War: Miniature War Gaming Day Experience combat on the front line on the historical grounds for a day of hands-on wartime education with more than 16 old-fashioned war games and gaming experts to answer questions. 9:30am-5-pm. admission includes the museum and gaming room. $8/adults, $7/seniors, $4/students, $4/OHC Members and ages 5 and under, free. Fort Meigs, 29100 W. river rd., Perrysburg. 419-874-4121. fortmeigs.org

Halloween Party - Join the toledo Club and the Great Lakes Collaborative For autism as they host the toledo Club Halloween Costume Party with specialty drinks, food and more. donations for the GLCa ac-cepted at the door. 8pm. the toledo Club, 235 14th St. 419-243-2200. toledoclub.org

[culinary]Greece Uncorked - Celebrate the cathedral’s 100th anniversary with an evening of delicious Greek food, drink and entertain-ment. 7-11pm. $60. Holy trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 740 Superior St. 419-205-1014. holytrinitytoledo.com

The 27th Annual Wine Gala - Sample tasty wines from the area’s top distributors and delicious appetizers provided by local eateries. Proceeds benefit Mobile Meals of toledo. 6-11pm. $150 per person/ $175, patron. Parkway Place, 2592 Parkway Plaza, Maumee. 419-255-7806. mobilemeals.org

Learn to Homebrew Day - Learn all about the various types of malt, hops and yeast through beer making, demonstrations and tastings. 9am-3pm. titgemeiers Feed and Garden, 701 Western ave. 419-340-2589. f acebook.com/groups/glasscitymashers Free

[art]Arts and Crafts Bazaar - Enjoy a unique assortment of quality items from over 50 artists and crafters. there will also be three local authors, a silent auction, bake sale, coffee and pastry bar, and card party. 9am-4pm. Epworth united Methodist Church, 4855 W. Central ave. 419-531-4236. epworth.com Free

[music]Classical Mystery Tour - Celebrating the 50th anniversary of the British invasion, the four musicians in Classical Mystery tour look and sound just like the Beatles. 8-10pm. Stranahan theater, 4645 Heath-erdowns Blvd. 419-381-8851. stranahantheater.org

Sunday 2[miscellaneous]Black Swamp Wood Carvers 30th Annual Show - the show will display a variety of wood carving techniques and wooden fig-ures of all sorts. 10am-4pm. $1. St. Clem-ent Community Center, 2990 tremainsville rd. 419-473-8782. stclementparish-toledo.org

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Author Event: Lisa Barr - International journalist and author Lisa Barr, writer of the award-winning, historical-fiction thriller Fugitive Colors (arcade Publishing) will discuss her book. 7pm. Jewish Federa-tion of Greater toledo, 6465 W. Sylvania ave. 419-885-4461. jewishtoledo.org Saturday | 8Mozart and More Series:the British-influenced series features four sensational pieces from first-class composers. a highlight of the evening is guest conductor, alexandra ar-rieche, a talented young Brazilian who has received numerous awards for her conducting. 7:30pm. $30, $5 student rush tickets available at the door. the Franciscan Center, Lourdes university, 6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania. 419-246-8000. lourdes.edu

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The Lights Before Christmas:thousands of lights illuminate the walkways and the animals, creating a unique experience for zoo-goers. new this year is an ice slide (for an additional fee) and live reindeer. through January 4. Closed thanksgiv-ing, Christmas Eve & Christmas day. 3-8pm, Sunday-thursday; 3-9pm, Fri-day and Saturday. $13/adults, $10/seniors aged 60+, $10/children ages 2-11, free/under age 2. the toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way. 419-385-4040. toledozoo.org

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[music]Chamber Series from the Toledo Symphony Orchestra - Enjoy beautiful violin tunes from the symphony. 7-9pm. The Toledo Club, 235 14th St. 419-243-2200. toledosymphony.com

Monday 3[film]Film Focus - Experience powerful, first-run feature films by independent film-makers. 6:15-9pm, Mondays through november 17. Toledo Library McMaster Center, 325 Michigan St. 419-259-5200. toledolibrary.org Free

TuESday 4[culinary]Learn About Cheese and Wine – Learn, taste and discuss all things wine and cheese with the experts. Tuesday cheese tastings are at 10-11:30am on november 4 and 10, at the andersons Market Cafe, 7638 W. Sylvania ave. Beer Tasting and Talking about Wine is at 6:30-8:30pm, november 10, 17 and 24 at the Franciscan Center Board Room, 6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania. 419-885-3211. lourdes.edu Free

ThuRSday 6[miscellaneous]Downtown Delights - Visit downtown Sylvania for shopping, entertainment, give-a-ways and a great night out. Taste and vote for your favorite cookies. Proceeds benefit The armed Forces. 5-8pm. downtown Sylvania. cityofsylvania.com Free

Boomers Resource Network - This weekly meeting offers a delicious lunch at 11:30am followed by an educational speech at 1pm. The group offers a net-work of community resources for those born between 1946 and 1964. Every Thursday. 11:30am-2pm. uncle John’s Restaurant, 3131 Secor Rd. 419-865-8503. compassclubtoledo.com/boomers

[film]The Cameraman - The 1928 popular silent film will be accompanied by a fantastic musical score by organist Steven Ball. 7pm. Toledo Museum of art Peristyle, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free

La Grande Illusion - directed by Jean Renoir, this 1937 French war film tells the story of a small group of World War I prisoners, who happen to be French officers, as they plot their es-cape. 7:30pm. The dorothy and Lillian Gish Film Theater, 104 hanna hall, Bowling Green. 419-372-GISh. bgsu.edu Free

[art]Athena’s 2014 Juried Exhibition - More than 30 works will be on display, celebrating the 116-year-old art society. Winners will be announced during an opening reception, Saturday, novem-ber 8 from 4-6pm. Exhibition through december 2. american Gallery, 6600 W. Sylvania ave. 419-882-8949. athenaartsociety.org

FRIday 7[culinary]Wine by the Glass Pavilion - Enjoy four wines and light snacks during It’s Friday! 6:30-8:30pm. $20/members, $30/non-members. Toledo Museum of art Glass Pa-vilion, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org

[art]It’s Friday! - Browse the museum and enjoy music performed by jazz singer Lori Lefevre. Small plate dishes from the Museum Café are for sale and a cash bar is available. 7-9pm. Toledo Museum of art Cloister, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org

[literary]Frogtown Storytelling Guild Presents Tellabra-tion! 2014 - This is a fun literary spoken-word concert of stories for grown-ups with ann arbor storyteller Jane Fink. 7-9pm. $10. The Maumee Indoor Theater, 601 Conant St., Maumee. 419-897-8901. greateasterntheatres.com

[benefit]2nd Annual Crafting for a Cause - Find that perfect holiday gift for everyone on your list as you browse the tables of more than 40 local vendors. 10am-6pm. Lobby of the PnC Bank Building, 405 Madison ave. 419-720-4451. theartscommission.org Free

SaTuRday 8[art]Craft & Vendor Sale - Browse through a wide array of local crafters tables. 9am-4pm. Providence Lutheran Church, 8131 airport hwy., holland. 419-865-4548. providencelutheran.org

2014 Monclova Fine Arts Show - Find that perfect holiday present at the art show, featuring works from over 25 accom-plished local artists. 10am-5pm. The Monclova Community Center, 8115 Mon-clova Road, Monclova. 419-861-1336. monclovacommunitycenter.com Free

Sunday 9[music]Coming Home... An All-Steinway Concert Event - Frances Renzi and Michael Boyd (a Steinway artist) head a host of pianists in-cluding alumni, students and faculty of the department of Music. The concert program will feature Spanish-inspired classical music and two-piano performances - all on Steinway grand pianos - for a truly spec-tacular performance, not to be missed. 3-5pm. $10. uT Center for Performing arts, 2801 W. Bancroft St. 419-530-2202. francesrenzi.net, utoledo.edu

Concert: Thomas Fielding - Fielding, direc-tor of Liturgy and Music for St. augustine Cathedral in Kalamazoo, will grace the keys of an unaltered and fully restored 4-manual E.M. Skinner organ for a recital featuring the music of Franck, Widor, Tournemire and some of Fielding’s own masterpieces. 3-5pm. Free, donations appreciated. holy Rosary Cathedral, 2535 Collingwood Blvd. 419-243-2200. rosarycathedral.org

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TuESday 11[education]S.A.V.E Lecture “Astronauts, Earth and Get-ting to Space” - This fun show will teach all about space and include audience participa-tion. 7:30-9pm. Lourdes university, 6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania. 800-878-3210. lourdes.edu Free

WEdnESday 12[education]Toledo Association of Insurance Professionals Annual Industry Night - This year’s theme is “The Journey”, and will feature guest speaker Lemonade dave Justus, author of the breakthrough book “The 45-Minute Work hour”. Registration required. 5:45-10:30pm. $40/person. The Premier Banquet hall, 4480 heatherdowns Blvd. 419-241-5133. iwot.org

[miscellaneous]VA Toledo: Town Hall Meeting with Local Veterans - The u.S. department of Veterans affairs (Va), ann arbor healthcare System is hosting a town hall for Veterans, family members and the public to provide feed-back on Va operations and recommenda-tions for Va programs. Employees will be on hand to assist Veterans with benefits/services questions. 6-7:30pm. Va Toledo Community Based outpatient Clinic, 1200 South detroit ave. 419-259-2000. www2.va.gov Free

ThuRSday 13[education]Conservation of the Maumee River - Learn about the invertebrates that populate the Maumee River, why they are needed, and how people can help to maintain a

healthy ecosystem in the local wa-tershed. Registration required. 1:30-2:30pm. 577 Foundation, 577 E. Front St., Perrysburg. 419-872-0305. 577foundation.org Free

[film]Real Talk Film Series - Love Finds andy hardy with guest speaker Phyllis Gallo. 10am-noon. Way Public Library, 101 E. Indiana ave., Perrysburg. 419-874-3135. waylibrary.info Free

[miscellaneous]Open Needle Night - Enjoy a fun-filled evening of needle crafting, refresh-ments, and helpful advice on your projects. Thursday evenings. 6-8pm. Crafty needle yarns and Threads, 364 Rice St., Elmore. 419-862-0333. craftyneedleyarns.com Free

[music]Trans-Siberian Orchestra - Enjoy the live debut of The Christmas attic, a rock holiday tradition for a new genera-tion. 4pm and 8pm. $41.05-$72.95. huntington Center, 500 Jefferson St. 800-745-3000. huntingtoncentertoledo.com

FRIday 14[literary]2014 Book Sale: Sanger Branch Friends of the LibraryEnjoy a large selection of books for sale! all genres and areas of inter-est. 1-4:30pm, Friday; 9am-4:30pm, Saturday; 1-4pm, Sunday. Sanger Branch Library, 3030 W. Central ave. 419-259-5370. toledolibrary.org

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239th Marine Corps Birthday Ball - Celebrate the 239th birthday of the United States Marine Corps with The Commanding Of-ficer of Weapons Company 1st Battalion 24th Marine in Perrysburg. 7-11:30pm. $55+$4.02 processing fee. The Park Inn, 101 N. Summit St. 419-241-3000.

[education]Lecture: The Role of Fort Recovery in Washington’s Indian Wars - Presented by Nancy Knapke Registration required. 2-4pm. Wildwood Preserve Manor House, 5100 W. Central Ave. 419-407-9700. metroparkstoledo.com Free

[art]Epiphany Lutheran Church Homespun Holiday Bazaar - Vendors supplying holiday items and gifts. Raffle and silent auction baskets. Homemade apple dumplings and lunch available. 10am-2pm. Epiphany Lutheran Church, 915 N. Reynolds Rd. 419-270-2505. epiphanylutheranchurch.com Free

SUNdAy 16[culinary]Holiday WineFest - This annual wine tasting includes over 60 wines from around the world with perfectly paired hors d’oeuvres. The evening will also feature live music and a silent auction. 5-9pm. $45. Evans Street Station, 110 S. Evans St., Tecumseh. 517-424-5555. evansstreetstation.com

WEdNESdAy 19[film]Dave Ramsey and Rachel Cruze Present: The Legacy Journey - Presented by Fathom Events, New york Times best-selling au-thors dave Ramsey and Rachel Cruze will discuss personal finances, living with debt and making smart investments. Taped in front of a live audience. 7pm. Fallen Tim-bers, $12/kids, $13/students & seniors, $14/adults and Franklin Park Mall, $13/kids, $14/students, $15/adults. Cinemark Fallen Timbers 14 with Xd, 2300 Village drive W. and Franklin Park 16, 5001 Monroe St. fathomevents.com

WEdNESdAy 19[art]Maker’s Mart - Maker’s Mart is a semi-annual art and craft fair presented by Handmade Toledo. The juried fair features handmade goods and artisanal food made by independent crafters, makers and artisans, creating a unique shopping experience in the heart of the city. 10am-5pm. Handmade Toledo, 1717 Adams St. handmadetoledo.com/makers-mart

[miscellaneous]Bowling Green Community Holiday Parade - Come watch the annual holiday parade. This year’s theme is beach holiday. 10am. downtown Bowling Green. bgchamber.net Free

[literary]Authors! Authors! - Elizabeth Gilbert - Hear as The New york Times bestselling author, best known for her work Eat, Pray, Love speaks about her short story collection.

Followed by a Q&A and book signing. 7pm. $10/adults, $8/students. Strana-han Theater, 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd. 419-381-8851. stranahantheater.org

[education]Special Presentation: New Research at Fort Meigs - Join Bowling Green State University professor dr. Larry Nelson, as he shares the history of our region and new research at Fort Meigs. This program is a 3-part series and is open to the public. 6:30pm. Heatherdowns Branch, 3265 Glanzman Rd. 419-259-5270. Free

THURSdAy 20[education]Black Swamp InterTribal Foundation’s Living History - The program will have an emphasis on the experiences of Na-tive American women and feature his-toric cultural dance, customs and attire. 5:30-7pm. Student Union Auditorium: UT Main Campus, 2801 W. Bancroft St. utoledo.edu

FRIdAy 21[art]95th Toledo Area Artists Exhibition Celebrate the best work done by art-ists living within a 150-mile radius of the Toledo Museum of Art. Through January 4, 2015. Toledo Museum of Art, Canaday Gallery, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free

[education]Lourdes Lifelong Learning Lecture - Native Toledoan Bobb Vergiels speaks about his life as a professional sports field an-nouncer and how he made his dreams come true. Refreshments begin at 9:15am with the presentation at 10am. Franciscan Center at Lourdes Univer-sity, 6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania. 419-885-3211. lourdes.edu Free

SATURdAy 22[art]Annual Holiday Bazaar - Browse through crafts, blown glass, jewelry, baked goods and more. Saturday, 10am-3-pm. Sunday, noon-3pm. First Unitarian Church of Toledo, 3205 Glendale Ave. 419-381-6908. uutoledo.org Free

SATURdAy 29[miscellaneous]Holiday Lights Parade - The parade will feature 50 lighted floats, heading east and ending at the Maumee Indoor Theater. The Maumee Uptown Business Association (MUBA) provides color-ing books for the kids who visit with Santa at the Maumee Indoor Theater following the parade. The uptown busi-nesses are competing in a store front decorating contest to help celebrate the season. 5:30pm. Uptown Maumee. maumeeuptown.com Free

SUNdAy 30[miscellaneous]Home for the Holidays Parade and Tree Lighting - Come watch the parade and tree lighting. 4pm-midnight. downtown Perrysburg, Louisiana Ave. 419-872-6246. visitperrysburg.com Free

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[film]A Separation - The first Iranian film to receive an Oscar (for Best Foreign Language Film in 2012), A Separa-tion, follows an Iranian family faced with a difficult dilemma: Move abroad for the chance at a more prosper-ous life or stay and take care of a deteriorating parent with Alzheimer’s disease. 7pm. Way Public Library, 101 E. Indiana Ave., Perrysburg. 419-874-3135. waylibrary.info Free

[miscellaneous]Sylvania Women’s Connection West Luncheon: “Travel: Expand Your Hori-zons” - dorothy Kendall from AAA of Northwest Ohio will share the many

opportunities available, from one day-trips to extended vacations. Featured guest speaker, Janet Campbell, from Portage, Michigan will discuss the topic, “Why Should I Be discouraged?“ 11:15am-1-:15pm. $13. Highland Meadows Golf Club, 7455 Erie St., Sylvania. 419-466-9701. hmgolfclub.org

SATURdAy 15[miscellaneous]The Blade’s Holiday Parade -The whole family will have fun watching the downtown holiday parade complete with floats and clowns. 10am. downtown Toledo. Free

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ONGOING EVENTS:Thursday-Sunday[miscellaneous]Guided Tours at the Wolcott House Museum Complex - Guided tours at the Wolcott House Museum Complex. Must check-in at the welcome center prior to tour. Thursday-Sunday. 12:30-2:30pm. $6/adults, $5/seniors, $2.50/students, free/members. The Wolcott House Museum Complex, 1035 River Rd., Maumee. 419-893-9602. wolcotthouse.org

Saturdays[culinary]Toledo Farmer’s Market - ‘Tis the season for fresh, local ingredients at the Downtown Market. 8am-2pm. Toledo Farmer’s Market, 525 Market St. toledofarmersmarket.com

Daily[art]Look Again: Exploring Visual Literacy - This exhibition will assist viewers in understanding how meaning and response is achieved in relation to an image. Curated by the Library’s Hu-manities Department. On view through November 23. 9am-8:30pm, Monday-Thursday; 9am-5:30pm, Friday and Saturday; 1-5pm, Sunday. Toledo-Lucas County Public Library Wintergarden, 325 Michigan St. toledolibrary.org Free

Our Town: Recollections of Small Town Life in the 1930s and 1940s Artist, book illustrator, and Tiffin-native, Bernadine Puffenberger Stetzel will exhibit her oil paintings in The Wolfe Gallery at Maumee Valley Country Day School. Exhibit through December 19. 1715 S. Reynolds Rd. 419-381-1313. mvcds.org Free

Voices of Land and Sky - Exhibition of Jan Dyer’s landscape paintings and Tom Marino’s ceramic works. Expres-sive, colorful, and beautiful in fall. Free. Through November 15. Tuesday-Friday, 10am-6pm. Saturday, 10am-3pm. 5645 N. Main St., Sylvania. 419-885-838. hudsongallery.net

TheaterSaturday| 1The Midtown Men - the original cast of Jersey Boys presents their Grammy award-winning sound with a 60’s twist. Cocktail and dining at 6pm, concert at 8pm, des-serts and dancing at 10pm. Please dress in cocktail attire. $75-100. the Valentine theatre Gala, 410 adams St. 419-242-2787. valentinetheatre.com

WedneSday| 5Jekyll & Hyde The Musical - this en-thralling musical is based on robert Louis Stevenson’s classic story about a brilliant but obsessive scientist whose alter ego wreaks havoc across Victorian London. 7:30-9:30pm. the Valentine theatre, 410 adams St. 419-242-3490. valentinetheatre.com

Friday| 7Monty Python's SPAMALOT - Winner of three tony awards and 14 nominations, the musical comedy abated from the 1975 film Monty Python and the Holy Grail par-odies v the arthurian Legend. 8-11pm on november 7, 8, 14, 15 and 3pm on november 9. $17. Fasset auditorium, 3025 Starr ave., Oregon. 419-691-1398. oregoncommunitytheatre.org

Laura - Based upon the 1944 film noir classic, detective Mark McPherson inves-tigates the murder of the enigmatic Laura Hunt. 8pm, november 7-8 and 13-15 and a matinee showing at 2:30pm, novem-ber 9 and 16. Prices vary, visit website. toledo repertoire theatre, 16 10th St. 419-243-9277. toledorep.org

The Heiress - Catherine Sloper struggles to establish love with a young man, who her wealthy father believes to be a fortune hunter. running through november 22. $16/adult, $14/seniors and student. Group discounts available. the Village Players, 2740 upton ave. 419-472-6817. thevillageplayers.org

Saturday| 8Straight no Chaser Happy Hour Tour - the ten-member male a cappella group is known for their contemporary, fun, and relaxed take on the favored musical tradition. 8-10pm. $36.50-$56.50. Stranahan theater, 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd. 419-381-8851. stranahantheater.com

Sunday| 16Anything Goes- One of the greatest musicals in theater history, Cole Porter’s first-class musical comedy won three 2011 tony awards. 7-9pm. $48-$68. Valentine theatre, 410 adams St. 419-242-3490. valentinetheatre.org

Friday| 28Ballet Theatre of Toledo: The Nutcracker - this magical produc-tion will include performances by the Ballet theatre of toledo accompanied by toledo’s Masterworks Chorale. For all ages. 7pm on november 28 & 29 and a matinee showing at 2pm on november 30. $20, $29, $39. Valentine theatre, 410 adams St. 419-242-3490. valentinetheatre.com

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Elsa and Fred - Christopher Plummer, Shirley MacLaine, and Marcia Gay Harden star in this comedy/romance about a man who moves into a new living space helped by his daughter and meets a unique woman as their love blooms (Limited)

Interstellar - Christopher Nolan lifts into space in this sci-fi epic starring Matthew McConaughey, Anne Hathaway, Jes-sica Chastain, Ellen Burstyn, John Lithgow, Michael Caine, and Casey Affleck (Also in IMAX theaters).

November 4Deepsea Challenge 3D -This underwater 3D film follows director/filmmaker James Cameron’s real-life exploration adventures.

The Christmas Candle - Based on Max Lucado’s novel, this holiday tale features singer Susan Boyle who also contributes an original song titled “Miracle Hymn”.

A Most Wanted Man - Philip Seymour Hoffman, Rachel McAdams, Robin Wright, and Willem Dafoe star in this action thriller based on the John le Carr spy novel.

Planes: Fire & Rescue - This ani-mated comedy film series continues as Dusty starts a career with a crew of elite firefighting aircraft.

November 11How to Train Your Dragon 2 - Hiccup and Toothless take to the skies again with the returning characters, Hiccup’s mom, and a new antagonist who wants to control all dragons.

Jersey Boys - Clint Eastwood directs this rated-R musical adaptation of the Tony Award-winning musical of the same name about the formation of the music group The Four Seasons.

November 18Tammy - Comedy stars Susan Sarandon and Melissa McCarthy as a down-on-her-luck woman who takes a trip with her grandmother.

And So It Goes - Michael Douglas and Diane Keaton star in this roman-tic comedy directed by Rob Reiner.

Into the Storm - This action thriller follows a string of deadly tornados in the town of Silverton seen through the eyes of a storm chasing team.

November 25The November Man - Pierce Brosnan reteams with director Roger Donaldson in this action thriller about a highly trained ex-CIA agent who gets out of retirement to protect a witness played by Olga Kurylenko (Quantum of Solace, Oblivion) .

Tyler Perry’s A Madea Christmas - Based on his 2011 stage play, Perry directs and stars in this holiday comedy.

Home movie video Review: Maleficent HHHThis live-action adaptation stars Angelina Jolie as the famous villain in the 1959 Sleeping Beauty Disney animated film. This fantasy adventure film, as many fairy tale films and televi-sion shows are currently doing, put their own spin on the classic tale. Set in magical realm near a human kingdom, the story initiates with Maleficent’s relationship with Stefan, well played by Shartlo Copley (Elysium, District 9, The A-Team). The story eventually evolves to the familiar characters, but with more development. Raven Diaval, played by Samy Riley and Imelda Staunton as the leader of the famous pixie trio of caring for the young Aurora, well played by the young Elle Fanning. Betrayal, moral purity, and blatant greed factor into this strong story written by veteran Disney film scribe Linda Woolverton. Janet McTeer narrates the film as the elderly Aurora and James Newton Howard delivers an outstanding musical score. Rated PG for fantasy action and vio-lence, including frightening images.

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urban lawyer who finds his way back home to rural Indiana when his mother dies and then his estranged father, played by Robert Duvall, a small town judge, finds himself suspected of murder. Billy Bob Thorn-ton easily matches Downey Jr’s intelligence and confidence as the prosecuting attorney, which eventually involves the reluctant Hank. Filmmakers unpackage the Palmer family background very well using the circumstances, settings (filmed in Massachusetts), and family conflicts that are easily relatable to audiences. Vera Farmiga plays local “townie” Samantha and her daughter is played by Leighton Meester while Vincent D’Onofrio plays Hank’s brother Glen with Jeremy Strong playing the youngest Palmer son Dale. Melissa Leo and Dax Shepard also have great supporting roles.

Other positive enhancements include the musical score and cinematography from Janusz Kaminski, a frequent collaborator with Steven Spielberg. The 141-minute run-ning time never really lags. Rated R for continuous strong language, including some sexual references.

Merry Friggin’ Christmas -Joel McHale (TV’s Community, The Soup) stars in this holiday comedy with Lauren Graham, Oliver Platt, Candice Bergen, and the late Robin Williams.

Rosewater - TV’s Daily Show host Jon Stewart makes his directorial and screenwrit-ing debut in this journalistic drama based on the best-selling memoir “Then They Came for Me: A Family’s Story of Love, Captivity, and Survival,” written by Maziar Bahari (Limited).

The Theory of Everything - This biographical drama about astrophysicist Stephen Hawking and his romance with a fellow Cambridge student (Limited).

November 1121 Years: Richard Linklater - This docu-mentary features the beginning years of this talented filmmaker’s career (Limited).

November 14Dumb and Dumber To - The Farrelly Broth-ers and stars Jim Carrey and Jeff Daniels return in this comedy sequel

Foxcatcher - Director Bennett Miller (Mon-eyball, Capote) helms this wrestling drama based on true events where a promising coach, played by Mark Ruffalo, and his protégé, played by Channing Tatum, enter a unique relationship with eccentric tycoon John du Pont, played by Steve Carell in a likely award winning role.

Miss Meadows - Katie Holmes stars as a teacher-by-day and justice-seeking hero by night in this action thriller (Limited).

The Homesman - Tommy Lee Jones stars and directs this drama about three women making a life for themselves as pioneer in the U.S. frontier. Hilary Swank, Hailee Steinfeld (True Grit), James Spader, and Meryl Streep also star (Limited).

November 21The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 1 - This popular, sci-fi/action book adaptation continues as heroine Katniss Ever-deen, played by Jennifer Lawrence, leads a societal revolution against President Snow, played by Donald Sutherland. Julianne Moore joins the all-star cast as President Coin.

The Imitation Game - Benedict Cumber-batch, Keira Knightley, Matthew Goode, and Mark Strong star in this biography chronicling a team who cracked the Enigma Code during World War II (Limited).

Reach Me - This inspiring comedy-drama has an all-star cast including Sylvester Stal-lone, Kyra Sedgwick, Kelsey Grammer, and Cary Elwes (Limited).

November 26The Horrible Bosses 2 - This sequel to the workplace comedy stars Jason Bateman, Charlie Day, Jason Sudeikis, Jennifer Aniston, Jamie Foxx, Kevin Spacey, Chris Pine, Chris-toph Waltz.

Penguins of Madagascar - This anima-tion comedy spin-off follows the crafty penguins in a spy-adventure plot (Also in 3D and IMAX 3D).

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Gerry Bamman‘Uncle Frank’ is one of Toledo’s own

by Marshall Jay Kaplan

Those who glance at Gerry Bam-man’s senior pic-ture would see his big thick glasses and his shy smile,

and wonder how he had the confidence to choose acting as a career. They might be surprised to learn how he did overcome an “insecurity quotient that was off the charts” to become a well-recognized film and stage actor. Roots in Toledo

Gerry Bamman moved to Toledo from Independence, KS when his father was transferred here. His first school experience was the 6th grade at Blessed Sacrament School, when a professional recruiter visit-ing his junior high class there, to make a pitch for a boarding school in Wisconsin. “He made that place sound like an adoles-cent paradise, so I was ready to go,” Bam-man recalls, “but my parents suggested that I take a look at the new all-boys school in Toledo, St. Francis de Sales.”

His dream at St. Francis was to play basketball. He learned that passion alone didn’t overcome his being “slow-footed and short.” Despite coach Dick Mattingly’s re-assurances that “You’ll grow, kid,” he real-ized he was not meant to be an athlete, so he turned to acting.

During his senior year at St. Fran-cis, Gerry had parts in three productions. He has very clear memories of a role he played in the Knight Rampants variety show in 1958 as a female telephone op-erator, and recalls that “putting on a dress didn’t seem to be a path to higher self-esteem.”Continuing to learn

“I was not a model student,” he ad-mits. “I was very familiar with detention and suspension, and I recall Fr. Stahl shaking his head in dismay as he told my parents that I had ‘so much potential.’”

But the death of his father in the sum-mer of 1959 caused a change in Bamman’s attitude, and he started college hoping to discover that potential for himself. At Xavier University, he submerged himself in theater and performance activities, re-lating, “I was constantly surprised at how well St. Francis had prepared me, in spite

of my having given no cooperation.” After graduating from Xavier, he

went to Columbia Law School—for five days. He says he knew instantly that it was the wrong place for him. He enlisted in the military, and it was during his time as a soldier that he realized that he was truly happy only in the theater. When he left the service, he enrolled at Wayne State University for graduate study in the theater, and then attended New York Uni-versity School of the Arts. After graduation, he was a theater actor in New York and in regional theaters around the country.

After about 15 years of extensive the-ater work, Gerry got his first film role in a television miniseries called Courage. He has played characters in many television movies—Hunt for the Night Stalker, Kojak: None So Blind—and TV series, including Law and Order and Spencer for Hire. He has also ap-peared in many films, including Cocktail, The Bodyguard, Pink Cadillac, and his favorite, Lorenzo’s Oil. But he’s probably best recog-nized for his role as Uncle Frank McAllister in the blockbuster hit Home Alone, and the se-quel Home Alone 2: Lost in New York. That’s an experience he won’t forget.

“Warner Brothers was originally supposed to do it, and four weeks before the shooting was to start, they cancelled it. Fox picked it up and has made over a billion dollars.

No one knew what a commercial success Home Alone would be. When it became the most successful comedy up to that point, ev-eryone was flabbergasted,” Gamman recalled.

Vision for successIn recent years, Bamman has added Broad-

way appearances to his resume, including On a Clear Day You Can See Forever (2000), and has added books and audiobooks to his credit. While none of his three children is interested in theater, his wife, Cecil McKinnon, teaches theater at NYU, and is a theater director as well as a circus director and performer.

He has strong advice for those interested in a film and/or theater career. “If you can do anything else, do it,” he recommends. “Show business is only for those who cannot be hap-py doing anything else. The odds against success are huge, and the rejection is con-stant. The rewards are enormous when you are able to do something, and that is why

we do it. But the insecurity is never-ending no matter how successful you become, and unlike most other jobs, there are no regular paychecks.”

It has been more than 50 years since Gerry Bamman acted on the St. Francis de Sales stage or sat in Latin or French class. But the training he got at St. Francis pre-pared him for a satisfying career. Millions of people around the world who have seen him act in films and on stage agree that he has re-alized the vision our patron had for a success-ful life—“Be what you are, and be that well.”

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Housing guide

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Browning Masonic Community & Pathways Memory Care Center8883 Browning Drive Waterville, Ohio 43566419-878-4055 browningmasoniccommunity.org.

Browning Masonic Community Independent Living Apartments and Garden Villas. Assisted Living, one bedroom apartments. Providing adult retirement living and community based services in a lovely country setting.

Pathways at Browning24 private, assisted living apartments – environmen-tally designed specifically for those with memory impairments.

Oakleaf Village4220 N. Holland-Sylvania Toledo, OH 43623419-885-3934

Oakleaf Village is an Independent and As-sisted Living apartment community that offers all of the comforts of home with the peace and security of 24/7 care by a staff of caring professionals. Residents feel at home in their private studio, one-bedroom or two-bedroom apartments. Your custom-designed personal care program will have exactly what you need – from basic services to more customized care and monitoring. We welcome the opportunity to show you the Oakleaf Village community. Contact us at 419-885-3934 for more information or to make an appointment today.

The Elizabeth Scott Community2720 Albon Road Maumee, OH 43537419-865-3002The Elizabeth Scott Community opened its new Independent 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.elizabeth-scott.org.

Continuing CAre retirement Communities KINGSTON HEALTHCAREKingston Residence of PerrysburgKingston Residence of SylvaniaKingston Care Center of SylvaniaKingston Rehabilitation of Perrysburg419-724-CARE, www.kingstonhealthcare.com

Kingston Healthcare provides convenient, quality care in the greater Toledo area. Our comprehensive care services include assisted living, rehabilita-tion, memory care, long term and respite care. Schedule a visit, and you'll immediately experience the beautiful surroundings, the helpful staff, and genuine care that sets our communities apart. Kingston communities are located in Per-rysburg and Sylvania.

OTTERBEIN SENIOR LIFESTYLE CHOICESOtterbein Portage Valley Senior Lifestyle CommunityOtterbein North Shore Senior Lifestyle CommunityOtterbein Skilled Nursing Rehab Neighborhood-PerrysburgOtterbein Skilled Nursing Rehab Neighborhood-MonclovaCall 855-300-5686www.otterbein.org

Otterbein Senior Lifestyle Choices - - There’s a community near you! With five Otterbein com-munities in in our area, we exist to “enhance the quality of life and holistic growth of older persons”. Faith based and not for profit, serv-ing YOU is our mission! Otterbein North Shore in Marblehead and Otterbein Portage Valley in Pember-ville are Continuing Care Retirement Communities featuring independent living, assisted living, long term nurs-ing and rehab. The Otterbein Small house neighborhoods in Perrysburg and Monclova provide a “unique” new way to receive care in a true home like setting. The small houses offer long term care and skilled rehab. Don’t make a move without touring our Otterbein Senior Lifestyle Choices!

Lutheran Village at Wolf Creek2001 Perrysburg/Holland RoadHolland, OH 43528419-861-5619www.LHSOH.org

Lutheran Village at Wolf Creek, an active retirement communi-ty, offers one, two, and three bedroom Independent Living units; one and two bedroom Assisted Living apartments; 135-bed nursing care center which offers all private rooms, skilled short-term stays and/or long term nursing care (Medicare/Medicaid approved); short-term respite stay and a rehab center—all on a magnificent 45-acre wooded campus. Lutheran Village at Wolf Creek is a faith-based retirement community that serves all faiths, has their own chapel, chaplain, village store, and activities to fit all your needs. Lutheran Village at Wolf Creek is a ministry of Lutheran Homes Society in partnership with St. Luke’s Hospital.

The Elizabeth Scott Community2720 Albon Road Maumee, OH 43537419-865-3002www.elizabethscott.org

The Elizabeth Scott Community offers a broad spectrum of retirement living arrangements and a continuum of care to meet the needs of its residents, all on a single campus on 50 beautiful acres in rural Maumee, Ohio. Elizabeth Scott’s facilities include Independent Living one- and two-bedroom apartments (new this year); Assisted Living studio and one-bedroom apartments; Skilled Rehab; Respite Care; and Long-term Care offering skilled short-term stays or long-term nursing care approved by Medicare and Medicaid. Fam-ily owned and operated since 1949, Elizabeth Scott’s grandson, Paul Bucher, and his immediate family are owners and operators who follow Eliza-beth Scott’s philosophy of “caring for residents as if they were our own family.” Amenities include an indoor Resident Activity Center with fitness equip-ment, spacious hallways for walking, planned activities and outings, dining rooms that overlook a beautiful lake, and heated in-ground swimming pool.

Swan Creek Retirement Village5916 Cresthaven Lane Toledo, OH 43614419-865-4445swancreek.oprs.org

Carefree living. Available for a lifetime. Located on a 34-acre wooded campus. Toledo’s premier continuing care retirement community is the only accredited community offering villas, apartments, assisted-care apartments, dementia care, professional home care, an adult day program and short-term medicare covered rehabilitation.

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Independent LIvIng

Creekside at Lutheran Villageat Wolf Creek2045 Perrysburg-Holland RoadHolland, OH 43528419-861-5619, www.LHSOH.org

One, two, and three bed-room residences for the 55+ community. Underground parking, maintenance- free living, socializa-tion, faith-based, serving all faiths, full kitchen, hook-ups for washer/dryer, and a lifetime of care and security on our 46-acre wooded campus.

Moongate Luxury Adult Living930 Soda Park Drive Temperance, Michigan734-847-7879www.moongateadultliving.com

One story apartment com-munity 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.

The Lakewoods Apartment Homes2125 Arlington Avenue Toledo, OH 43609419-380-8079 (TTD) 800-567-5857Certain Income Restrictions Apply

The Lakewoods is a luxury community of 89 apartment homes designed to fit every lifestyle for people 55 and older. The Lakewoods is cen-trally located in the historic Maumee Valley, in a beautifully restored build-ing. An on-staff service coordinator from the Area Office on Aging can help with all your needs. Spacious floor plans, unique architecture, lots of natural light, are just some of the fea-tures of 1 and 2 bedroom apartments. With a movie theater, activity room with planned activities and elegant library with computer learning center, there is always something to do. At the Lakewoods, we take pride in respect-ing the privacy of our residents, while at the same time, creating that real sense of community. We look forward to meeting you!

Kensington Garden VillasZachary Circle Waterville, OH 43566419-885-821www.rentwaterville.com

The new Kensington Garden Villas is an independent community offering two bedroom and two full bath Villas for seniors 55+. Each Villa has an open design floor plan with stain-less steel kitchen appliances, granite countertops and large closets. Villas are well insulated with efficient central heating/air conditioning and washer/dryer hookups. Enjoy your own private patio area plus an attached garage. Conveniently located to grocery and shopping.

Pelham Manor Apartments2700 Pelham Road Toledo, OH 43606419-537-1515For TDD/TTY Users Only1-800-545-1833, Ext. 583

A Place to Call “Home”. If you have been looking for a comfortable, secure and affordable place to live... Look no further, Pelham Manor Apart-ments 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.

SubSidized houSing Low Income

If you would like to lend your time to a less fortunate neighbor, many Toledo-area organizations

offer volunteer opportunities:■ PiLGriM CHurCH brought nearly 400 people last year to their free Thanks-giving dinner. From 11-2pm, table favor-ites will be served with the help of the community. Volunteering begins at 8am, with groups broken up into shifts. Con-tact Dawn Wilson. 1375 W. Sylvania Ave. 419-478-6012. pilgrimchurch.tv

■ TOLedO GOsPeL resCue MissiOn is committed to outreach in NW Ohio and SE Michigan year round. For Thanks-giving, the Mission offers a volunteer-coordinated breakfast from 7-9am and supper from 5-6pm on Thursday, Novem-ber 27. Please contact Karen Seckinger at [email protected]. 1917 Jefferson Ave. 419-866-6181. toledogospelrescuemission.org

The season of giving Volunteer

opportunities in our area

by Athena Cocoves

■ seAGATe FOOd BAnK takes volunteers every day of the year for help, but if you are limited to the holi-days many opportunities are still avail-able. Thanksgiving and Christmas are busy times, and the Food Bank is look-ing for help from both individuals and groups. 526 High St. 419-244-6996. theseagatefoodbank.org

■ ZOAr LuTHerAn CHurCH in Per-rysburg will offer a dinner on Thanksgiv-ing day at noon with pre-registration re-quested. The Church also hosts a “Kitchen of Hope” meal on the last Friday of every month, with volunteers equally neces-sary. 314 E. Indiana Ave., Perrysburg. 419-874-4346. zoarluteran.com

■ CLAVer HOuse sOuP KiTCHen will offer meals Wednesday and Friday the week of Thanksgiving. Volunteers needed between 7:30-10:30am on both days. 1119 W Bancroft. 419-241-4544. claverhouse.org

As always, financial donations are more than appreciated and serve as the foundation for the

programs. Look for additional opportunities online at mlivingnews.com.

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