a woman sings, accompanied by a small group of instrumentalists

Centuries old melodies for modern times

There is something romantic about Medieval and post-Medieval times (Black Death and Viking raids notwithstanding). The achievements from the period in science, philosophy, architecture...
shelves displaying gold Venetian Carnival masks

Visit the Beginnings of Opera in 17th Century Venice

BG Opera Theater’s latest production steps back in time to one of the earliest examples of the art form with Monteverdi’s The Coronation of...
interior shot of Angelwood Gallery, showing art on display and for sale

Angelwood Gallery Celebrates Its 30th Anniversary 

  Grand Rapids, Ohio can best be described as quaint, with its cozy atmosphere and its many small, locally owned businesses that line downtown. Nestled...
a marquee outside Croswell Theater promotes the AIFF

A Festival of Foreign Films

International cinema is not widely enjoyed by people only because it’s difficult to see. Streaming networks can bring some of these films to people’s...

Film Notes: April 2023

Old West End on film The Old West End is known for its historic Victorian homes, artsy culture and bohemian character. The neighborhood is also...

Art Notes: April 2023

New views on America The American art collection has been reinstalled at the Toledo Museum of Art in the New Media Gallery. As part of...
Books

Book Notes: April 2023

Poetry & Soul Colors On Thursday, April 13 from 7-10pm, poet Kay Renee and The Truth Gallery present Poetry & Soul Colors, an evening of...
Toledo Astrology

The Stars Speak: April 2023

“It is spring again. The earth is like a child that knows poems by heart.” - Rainer Maria Rilke Dear readers, As springtime on the planet...

City Politics: Empty Slate

What is up with the Lucas County Republican Party? Or should we ask, is there still a Lucas County Republican Party? Over the years, the...

Poppers: Food News for April 2023

Make Good Friday a great Friday by enjoying a famous perch dinner from Toledo Sailing Club, which includes fish, fries and cole slaw. Go...