Press Releases - Arts and Entertainment


Sep 20

Acoustic Magic- the songs you love to sing and dance to!

Performing more than 100 shows this year to both large and small audiences, "Acoustic Magic" features Zak and Eddie on guitar, ukulele, bass, harmonica, melodica and vocal harmonies. For our larger shows, or when requested, we include a ...

Posted By: Eddie | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Sep 19

Library Observes The Civil War’s Sesquicentennial

(Released September 19, 2011) – The Toledo-Lucas County Public Library honors the people, places and events that so painfully divided us, yet ultimately brought us back together . . . The Civil War: 150 years ago, over 6,000 men dead; two ...

Posted By: Rhonda Sewell | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Sep 19

Owens Welcomes Nationally Acclaimed Artist Jeff Brouws

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College invites area residents to visit the brilliantly artistic world of nationally acclaimed artist Jeff Brouws through his emotionally vivid photography of rural, urban and suburban cultural ...

Posted By: Brad Meyer | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Sep 19

Lions and Tigers and Beers? Oh, Yeah!

Toledo, Ohio—Make your reservations now for Zoo Brew, Friday, September 23 at the Toledo Zoo! Whether you prefer pilsners or pale ales, Zoo Brew has the right suds to please your palate. Sample a variety of fine microbrews in the sort of wild ...

Posted By: Andi Norman | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Sep 19

Musical Composer, Author Dr. David Cutler to Speak at Owens

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents interested in gaining insight into how to become a successful professional musician are invited to attend a free lecture presentation featuring noted musical composer and author Dr. David Cutler at ...

Posted By: Brad Meyer | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Sep 19

Owens Raises Violence Against Women Awareness With Display

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College is raising society’s awareness of violent crimes against women by serving as host to a Silent Witness Project public display on Thursday, Sept. 22. The public is encouraged to join the ...

Posted By: Brad Meyer | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Sep 19

Library Receives Auditor of State Award with Distinction

(Released September 16, 2011) - A recent financial audit of the Toledo-Lucas County Public Library by Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office has returned a clean audit report. The Toledo-Lucas County Public Library’s excellent record ...

Posted By: Rhonda Sewell | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Sep 18

HAIRSPRAY – The Musical

Toledo School for the Arts (TSA) will visit 1960s Baltimore in this larger than life musical featuring big hair and bigger dance numbers Thursday – Sunday, November 3 – 6, 2011, at Owens Community College Center for Fine and Performing ...

Posted By: S Watkins | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Sep 18

Mark Kroos - Live!

Double-neck guitar artist performing in the Attic Theatre Mark Kroos, player of both single and double neck guitars, will be demonstrating his high-energy guitar work at the Attic Theatre in the Toledo School for the Arts on Friday, September 30, ...

Posted By: S Watkins | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Sep 15

Director Visits BGSU to Discuss Art, Architecture of Toledo

BOWLING GREEN, O.—Dr. Brian Kennedy, director of the Toledo Museum of Art, will share his vision for the museum with the community on Sept. 19 as the next speaker in Bowling Green State University’s ARTalk series. Kennedy will present ...

Posted By: Bonnie Blankinship | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Sep 15

Lourdes Fall Music Showcase to Celebrate Environmentalism

On Sunday, October 9, the Lourdes University Department of Music will present its Fall Music Showcase at 3 p.m. in the Franciscan Center. Lourdes faculty, students and choirs will perform the following three mini-concerts. Opening Concert: 3 p.m. ...

Posted By: Heather Hoffman | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Sep 15

Poetry Speaks @ Your Library

(Released September 15, 2011) - Join the Toledo-Lucas County Public Library as we celebrate Poetry Speaks @ Your Library, an exciting evening of poetry and spoken word scheduled from 6:30-8 p.m. on Tuesday, September 20 in the Huntington Meeting ...

Posted By: Rhonda Sewell | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Sep 15

Third Thursday Art Walk - September 15, 2011 6-9pm

You don't want to miss the final art walk of the 2011 season. Sur Saint Clair Gallery will be exhibiting the work of Neil Frankenhauser, Tom Nachtman, Martin Chappuies, Lynne Saad, Ann Kniep, Danielle Herrera, Mindy Czech and Sandy Hall of "Elly ...

Posted By: Richard Rideout | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Sep 13

Shared Lives Studio to Participate in Final Art Walk

"Sunflowers" A Personal Expression by the Artists of Shared Lives Studio Thursday Art Walk September 15th from 6pm-9pm Presented by the Arts Commission of Greater Toledo, Art Walks are a great opportunity to browse and purchase affordable local art, ...

Posted By: Shared Lives Studio | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Sep 13

Now Hiring – Ghostly Manor Wants You!

Sandusky, OH, September 14, 2011-Calling All Ghouls and Goblins! Ghostly Manor Haunted House will be filled with faces you fear on Wednesday night, September 14th from 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM. The Nationally Ranked Haunted House is dead-set on recruiting ...

Posted By: Billy Criscione | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Sep 13

Storytelling in Miniature Showcases Small Prints & Engraving

TOLEDO, OHIO–Storytelling in Miniature, which opens Oct. 7 at the Toledo Museum of Art, showcases approximately 140 miniature prints from the Renaissance through the modern era from the Museum‘s collection. "Some prints in the show are ...

Posted By: Teri Sharp | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Sep 12

Guy & Ralna of 'The Lawrence Welk Show' at The Ritz

Who: Guy & Ralna of “The Lawrence Welk Show” When: Sunday, October 2, 2011 – 2:00 PM Ticket Prices: $25 - $60 Where: The Ritz Theatre - 30 S. Washington St. - Tiffin, OH 44883 Sponsor: Brought to you in part by WBGU (PBS - ...

Posted By: Susie Dowdy | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Sep 12

Sherlock Mystery Opens Toledo Rep's 79th

The Toledo Repertoire Theatre is pleased to announce the opening production for their 79th season of shows, Sherlock Holmes: The Final Adventure. Adapted by Steven Dietz, and based on the original 1899 play by William Gillette and Sir Arthur Conan ...

Posted By: Steve Burnette | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Sep 12

Sept. 15th Artwalk Featured Artists

The Art Supply Depo is pleased to announce our 5 featured artists for the final ART WALK of the season, Thurs. Sept. 15th from 6-9pm. Jewelry designer Phoebe Starr handcrafts one of a kind pieces using various metals and unique gemstones. The ...

Posted By: Jules Webster | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Sep 12

Latest News from Toledo Rep

A CHRISTMAS CAROL AUDITIONS SET The Toledo Repertoire Theatre will be holding auditions for their annual performance of A Christmas Carol to be performed at The Valentine Theatre December 2, 3, and 4. This is a new adaptation of the traditional ...

Posted By: Steve Burnette | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Sep 09

Toledo Zoo’s Renewal Levy Campaign Kicks Off

Toledo, OH — Lucas County voters will have an opportunity to show their support for the Toledo Zoo when they vote YES on November 8 for the Zoo’s renewal levy. To raise awareness of the levy and begin the drive to rally supporters, ...

Posted By: Andi Norman | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Sep 07

BGSU’s Gish Film Theater hosts Film Series

BOWLING GREEN, O.—The Gish Film Theater at Bowling Green State University this fall will include the Sunday Matinees, Tuesdays at the Gish and Thursday Night International Film series. Guest speaker Anthony Slide, a prolific author and friend ...

Posted By: Bonnie Blankinship | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Sep 07

Turtle Island String Quartet to open BGSU Festival Series

BOWLING GREEN, O.—The music of legendary guitarist Jimi Hendrix is the inspiration for the first concert in Bowling Green State University’s 2011-12 Festival Series. The Turtle Island String Quartet opens the season with a program titled ...

Posted By: Bonnie Blankinship | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Sep 07

TMA Launches Free Mobile App

TOLEDO, OHIO — The Toledo Museum of Art has launched a new smartphone app that provides Museum information and an in-depth look at TMA’s sculpture garden, all at the touch of a button. The free app for iPhone and Droid allows people to ...

Posted By: Kelly Garrow | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Sep 07

Owens Students to Host Community Arts and Crafts Show

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Area residents are invited to spend their afternoon shopping at Owens Community College for those hard-to-find gifts as the Student Activities Office hosts the first-ever Student Arts and Crafts Show on Tuesday, Sept. ...

Posted By: Brad Meyer | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Sep 07

Anti-war Music Videos and Open Mic for Peace Poetry, 9/11

For Immediate Release - Announcement to the Media Contact: Stacy Jurich, 419-290-1259, [email protected] September 7, 2011 Lucas County Green Party It's Time for Peace! Sunday, September 11th, 2-5pm @ The Truth Gallery, 1811 Adams ...

Posted By: Stacy Jurich | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Sep 06

Owens Unveils 2011-12 Presenting Arts Season

PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, OH – Owens Community College’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts will raise the curtain with an array of events scheduled throughout the 2011-12 presenting arts season. Music, dance and theatre artists from around ...

Posted By: Brad Meyer | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Sep 06

The Fort Meigs Bentley Lecture Series

Join Dr. Bruce Way, University of Toledo, on Thursday, September 15th as he discusses Lewis Cass' experience in the War of 1812. The meeting starts at 7:30 PM and is free and open to the public. Dr. Way will discuss Cass' role in General William ...

Posted By: Rick Finch | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Sep 02

Tuli the Baby Giraffe Latest “Zoo-born Newborn” on Exhibit

Toledo, Ohio — The Toledo Zoo’s female giraffe calf born July 23 has been named Tuli, a Swahili word meaning “calm or serene one.” The name matches her shy, quiet demeanor. Throughout the Labor Day weekend, Tuli and her ...

Posted By: Andi Norman | Category: Arts and Entertainment



Sep 02

Extra Terrestrials Coming to Lourdes Appold Planetarium

Have aliens visited Earth? Will we make contact with extra terrestrials in our lifetime? Are we all alone in the Universe? These are the questions scientists and citizens alike want answered. This fall, Lourdes’ Appold Planetarium will ...

Posted By: Heather Hoffman | Category: Arts and Entertainment