Arts & Culture

The book flood

Courtney Probert

Hailing from Iceland, Jólabókaflóð, otherwise known as the Christmas book flood, is a holiday tradition where people exchange books on Christmas Eve, and spend...

Toledo Voices at Play

Erin Holden

Feel like you may have written (or could write) the next great American play? Now might be your chance to let your talent shine....

Ruben and Isabel Toledo Exhibit at Detroit Institute of Arts

Athena Cocoves

Often, the history of a piece of art is the history of the muse— the enigmatic, beautiful and notorious women who inspired, taunted, and...

D.L. Hughley comes to town

Courtney Probert

Popular stand-up comedian D.L. Hughley is sure to put a smile on your face during his live show. Hughley has showcased his comedic talents...

Cirque du Soleil: Corteo

Courtney Probert

The magnificent stage acts of Cirque du Soleil: Corteo comes to Detroit. This series of the show honors Mauro, a clown who has passed...

Cinderelly, Cinderelly

Erin Holden

The Russian National Ballet’s performance of Cinderella will soon arrive in the Glass City. Sergei Prokofiev’s two-act ballet puts a melodious, gracefully performed spin...

Meet Me at the Bus Stop

Erin Holden

When people are unexpectedly thrown together in close quarters, storytelling magic happens. William Inge’s 1955 play, Bus Stop, tells the tale of a group...

Artist Aaron Pickens’ Comes Out to Play

Jason Webber

It’s hard to argue with Aaron Pickens’ belief that the art world often takes itself too seriously.

Cold War Paranoia In Mayo’s Survival House

Nicholas Rys

Wendell Mayo’s latest collection of short stories, Survival House (Stephen F. Austin University Press), is a lean, sharply focused collection of tales for these...

One Step, Two Step: Dancing Lessons

Jeff McGinnis

Two people meet. A story as old as life itself, with no two versions ever quite the same.

Floral Watercolor Workshop at Handmade Toledo

Erin Holden

You need not be an experienced painter to join this floral watercolor workshop hosted by Handmade Toledo, as all skill levels are welcome. Learn...

Book It!

Jason Webber

Toledo has much to offer local lit lovers. In addition to boasting one of the best library systems in the country, active book clubs around town welcome new members.

Sandra Feen and Anthony Frame Read Poetry

Erin Holden

The Arts and Performance Center presents readings by two accomplished poets – Sandra Feen and Anthony Frame – on December 7. Feen, a teacher...

Clowning Around with the Kinsey Sicks

Jason Webber

Things You Shouldn’t Say!, the irreverent new show from San Francisco-based drag queen troupe The Kinsey Sicks, is as bawdy and shocking as the name implies.

Save on Books at Friends of the Library Sale

Erin Holden

With books, CDs, DVDs, magazines and other media for sale for as low as 25 cents, the Friends of the Library Book Sale is...

Hudson Gallery Showcases Cool Yule

Sarah Emily

Shopping for gifts can be a challenge, but anyone on your list will appreciate an original work of art. The Hudson Gallery’s Cool Yule...

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