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MUSIC
”Shakespeare — The nearest thing in incarnation to the eye of God.” — Laurence Olivier
O Star Slinger, Shlohmo, Shigeto: 9:30 p.m. Nov. 3. O Ann Arbor Soul Club: 9:30 p.m. Nov. 4. O Chrome Sparks, Tree City, Kohwi: 9:30 p.m. Nov. 5. O Blue Scholars, Bambu, Grynch: 8 p.m. Nov. 6. O Trampled by Turtles, Jonny Corndawg: 8 p.m. Nov. 8. O The Meat Puppets, the Black Box Revelation: 8 p.m. Nov. 9.
The Ark
Bronze Boar
This small venue offers a showcase for lesser-known acts. 316 S. Main St., Ann Arbor. (734) 761-1451, (734) 761-1800 or www.theark.org. O Tom Chapin: 8 p.m. Nov. 3, $22.50. O The RFD Boys: 8 p.m. Nov. 4, $11. O Theodore Katman, Hotels & Highways: 8 p.m. Nov. 5, $15. O The Devil Makes Three: 7:30 p.m. Nov. 6, $15. O Howie Day, Nick Zuber: 8 p.m. Nov. 8, $20. O Jeffery Broussard & the Creole Cowboys: 8 p.m. Nov. 9, $15.
Be sure to check out this Warehouse District tavern’s namesake, overhead near the entrance. 20 S. Huron St. (419) 244-2627 or www.bronzeboar.com. O Open mic night with Chris Knopp: Mondays. O Luke James: Tuesdays. O DJ Jerod: Wednesdays and Thursdays. O Beg to Differ: Nov. 4. O Suburban: Nov. 5.
Bar 145 This new venue features burgers, bands and bourbon, if its slogan is to be believed. 5304 Monroe St. (419) 593-0073 or bar145toledo.com. O 88 Keys Dueling Pianos: Nov. 2. O Killer Flamingos: Nov. 3. O Fibbion Handful: Nov. 4. O Tricky Dick and the Cover-Up: Nov. 5. O Dan Fester: Nov. 9.
The Blarney Irish Pub Catch local acts while taking in the pub’s modern Irish and American fare. 601 Monroe St. (419) 418-2339 or www. theblarneyirishpub.com. O Rick Whited: Nov. 3. O Arctic Clam: Nov. 4. O Tru Brew: Nov. 5.
Blind Pig A variety of rock, soul, pop and alternative acts perform at this bar. 208 S. First St., Ann Arbor. $3-$20 unless noted. (734) 996-8555 or blindpigmusic.com. O Karaoke: 9:30 p.m. Mondays, no cover. O 40 Oz. to Freedom: 9 p.m. Nov. 2.
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Caesars Windsor If you have your passport, consider hopping the Detroit River for this casino’s entertainment offerings. Ticket prices, in Canadian dollars, are for the cheapest seats; attendees must be 19 or older. Caesars Windsor Colosseum, 377 Riverside Dr. East, Windsor, Ontario. (800) 991-7777 or www.caesarswindsor.com. O Battle of the Blues bands: 7:30-11 p.m. Wednesdays through Nov. 9. O Straight No Chaser: 9 p.m. Nov. 5, $20.
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Karaoke is offered Tuesdays, but paid entertainers rock out Wednesdays-Saturdays. 4311 Heatherdowns Blvd. (419) 382-1444 or www.thedistilleryonline.com. O Dave Carpenter: Nov. 2. O 56 Daxe: Nov. 3-5. O Nathan Cogan: Nov. 9.
This “slice of the Big Apple” in the Glass City provides entertainment most weekends. 1516 Adams St. (419) 243-6675 or www.manhattanstoledo.com. O Open mic: 9 p.m. Monday nights. O Jam session hosted by Tom Turner & Slow Burn: 8 p.m. Tuesdays. O Rachel Richardson: 7 p.m. Nov. 2. O Dick Lange Trio: 6 p.m. Nov. 3. O Dick Lange Trio, Blue Flamingos: 6 p.m. Nov. 4. O Quartet Bernadette: 8:30 p.m. Nov. 5. O The Eight Fifteens: 7 p.m. Nov. 9.
Fat Fish Blue Serving blues and similar sounds, as well as bayoustyle grub. Levis Commons, 6140 Levis Commons Blvd., Perrysburg. (419) 931-3474 or fatfishfunnybonetoledo.com. O DJ Special K: 9:30 p.m. Nov. 4 and 8 p.m. Nov. 5. O Bourbon Street: 9:30 p.m. Nov. 11 and 8:30 p.m. Nov. 12.
French Quarter J. Pat’s Pub Live entertainment after 9:30 p.m. Fridays-Saturdays. Holiday Inn French Quarter, 10630 Fremont Pike, Perrysburg. (419) 874-3111 or www.hifq.com. O Green Eyed Soul: Nov. 4-5.
ICE Restaurant & Bar This local, family-owned enterprise offers food, drinks and music in a sleek atmosphere. 405 Madison Ave. (419) 2463339 or icerestaurantandbar.com. O Dan and Don: 7 p.m. Nov. 4 and 11. O Mike Fisher: 7 p.m. Nov. 5.
Cheetah’s Den
JJ’s Pub
A different band performs each week. 702 E. Broadway St. (419) 754-1903. O DJ Lamont: Tuesdays. O Devious: Thursdays (also open mic night)-Saturdays.
Live music is on Saturday’s menu; the genre varies, along with the cover charge. Karaoke is on tap 9:30 p.m. Thursdays, and a DJ starts spinning at 9 p.m. Fridays. 26611 N. Dixie Hwy., Perrysburg. (419) 874-9058 or jjsperrysburg.com. O John Barile and Bobby May: 8 p.m. Nov. 8.
Dégagé Jazz Café Signature drinks, such as pumpkin martinis, plus live local jazz performers. 301 River Road, Maumee. $5 weekends for cafe seating. (419) 794-8205 or www. degagejazzcafe.com. O Gene Parker & Friends: 7-10 p.m. Nov. 2 and 9. O Leo Darrington: 7 p.m. Nov. 3 and 8. O Dick Lange Trio: 7:30 p.m. Nov. 4-5. O Michael Peslikis: 7 p.m. Nov. 10.
Braxton Miller, the Buckeyes’ freshman starting QB, helped lead Ohio State to a 33-29 last-second victory over Michigan State in front of 105,511 at Buckeye Stadium. Miller was 7-12 through the air and also ran for 99 yards and two TDs. The Buckeyes are now 5-3 overall and host Indiana at home this weekend. We congratulate Braxton Miller and the Ohio State Buckeyes for their outstanding performance.
Kerrytown Concert House This venue focuses on classical, jazz and opera artists and music. 415 N. Fourth Ave., Ann Arbor. $5-$30, unless noted. (734) 769-2999 or www.kerrytownconcerthouse.com. O Steve Rush, Jeremy Edwards, Andrew Bishop, Jef Mallett: 8 p.m. Nov. 4. O A Tribute to Jussi Bjorling: 7 p.m. Nov. 5. O Ellen Rowe Trio: 2 p.m. Nov. 6.
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Mickey Finn’s A variety of genres to wash your drinks down with. Open mic nights, 8 p.m. Wednesdays, no cover; $5-$7 cover other nights. 602 Lagrange St. (419) 246-3466 or www. mickeyfinnspub.com. O Rock the Stage, featuring local bands: 9 p.m. Thursdays, free. O Murdock: 9:30 p.m. Nov. 4-5.
Mutz @ The Oliver House This pub offers handcrafted brews … and live entertainment. 27 Broadway. St. (419) 243-1302 or www.ohmaumeebaybrewingco.com. O Open mic hosted by Breaking Ground: 10 p.m. Wednesdays. O Karaoke: 10 p.m. Thursdays. O DJs Aaron Brown and Nate Mattimoe: Saturdays. O Breaking Ground: 10 p.m. Nov. 4.
Omni This club is a venue for music (and music lovers) of all types. 2567 W. Bancroft St. (419) 535-6664 or omnimidwest.com. O Taking Back Sunday, the Maine: 7 p.m. Nov. 4, $23-$25. O Mike Posner: 7 p.m. Nov. 6, $20-$25. O Framing Hanley: 7 p.m. Nov. 9, $10-$12.
One2 Lounge at Treo Live music starts at 7:30 p.m. 5703 Main St., Sylvania. (419) 882-2266 or treosylvania.com. O NOPA: Nov. 4. O MightHaveBen: Nov. 5.
Fitzgerald Toussaint, the Wolverines’ starting sophomore tailback, helped lead the Wolverines to a 36-14 win over Purdue in front of 112,115 at the Big House in Ann Arbor. He carried the ball 20 times for 170 yards and two TDs as Michigan improved to 7-1 overall. The team travelsl to Iowa this weekend. We congratulate Fitzgerald Toussaint and the Michigan Wolverines for their outstanding performance.
“Are the commentators on ‘Hamlet’ really mad, or only pretending to be?” — Oscar Wilde Ottawa Tavern
Ragtime Rick and the Chefs of Dixieland
Casual meals with weekend entertainment. 1815 Adams St. (419) 725-5483 or www.otavern.com. O The Loom: 10 p.m. Nov. 9.
These Toledo jazz legends perform weekly gigs. 8-10:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Trotter’s Tavern, 5131 Heatherdowns Blvd. (419) 381-2079.
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Take in a movie with margaritas on Mondays, or laugh at Thursday comedy nights … but music takes center stage most nights. 233 N. Huron St. www.ourbrothersplace.com. O Wayne: 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays. O DJ: Fridays. O Smooth jazz and R&B: Saturdays and Tuesdays. O Karaoke with Walt McNeal: 4 p.m. Sundays.
This band makes the world its cabaret, mixing French, German, Russian, Greek, African and Arabic sounds into fresh dance music. 8-11 p.m. Thursdays, Club Soda, 3922 Secor Road. (419) 473-0062 or www.toledoclubsoda.com.
Pizza Papalis Get slices with a topping of entertainment. 519 Monroe St. (419) 244-7722 or www.pizzapapalis.com. O Chris Knopp: Nov. 4. O Arctic Clam: Nov. 5.
Spicy Tuna This sushi bar offers occasional entertainment to accompany the fishy dishes. 7130 Airport Hwy. (419) 720-9333 or spicytunasushi.com. O Karaoke: 10 p.m. Saturdays.
Swingmania With its focus on swing music, Jeff McDonald’s group of musicians provides a peek into another era, with music from bandleaders such as Benny Goodman, Glenn Miller, the Dorseys and more. With combos from trio to full orchestra, the performers provide music for all occasions. (419) 7080265, (419) 874-0290 or www.swingmania.org. O Swing Revival Party: 8 p.m. Thursdays, South Briar Restaurant, 5147 S. Main St., Sylvania. (419) 517-1111 or (419) 708-0265. O Big Band All Stars: Dancing is encouraged. 8-10:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Trotter’s Tavern, 5131 Heatherdowns Blvd. (419) 381-2079 or (419) 708-0265.
UT concerts
A corner bar-type hangout with DJ-provided tunes on Saturday nights. 702 Monroe St. (419) 241-1118. O DJ Ghost or DJ MZ Ghost: Saturdays. O Eddie Ortega: Nov. 4.
The university’s music students and friends will perform the pieces they’ve been perfecting. (419) 530-2452 or www. utoledo.edu/as/music. O Dave Liebman Group: 8 p.m. Nov. 3, Center for Performing Arts Recital Hall, Tower View Boulevard and West Campus Drive. $3-$5. (419) 530-2452. O Romel and Victoria Joseph concert to benefit the Haitian Performing Arts Center: 8 p.m. Nov. 5, Center for Performing Arts Recital Hall, Tower View Boulevard and West Campus Drive. $15. (419) 530-2452. O Jazz Night: 7:30 p.m. Nov. 7, Crystal’s Lounge, Ramada Hotel & Conference Center, 3536 Secor Road. $3-$5. (419) 535-7070.
Wesley’s Bar & Grill
Wee Rock concert series
A huge variety of beers helps wash down the entertainment. 1201 Adams St. (419) 255-3333 or wesleysbar.com. O DJs Folk, Mattimoe and Perrine: Fridays. O Todd Perrine and guests: Nov. 5.
While the little ones dance, sing and get something special to take home, Mom and Dad can relax. 4-6 p.m. Saturdays, Westfield Franklin Park food court, 5001 Monroe St. (419) 473-3317 or westfield.com/franklinpark. O Gemini: Nov. 5.
Table Forty 4 Upscale dining plus live entertainment is a welcome combination. Bands start at 6 p.m. Fridays and 9 p.m. Saturdays. 610 Monroe St. (419) 725-0044 or www.tableforty4.com. O John Barile and Bobby May: 6 p.m. Nov. 4 and 11.
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Zia’s This Italian restaurant hosts magician Andrew Martin on Sunday nights. The Docks, 20 Main St. (419) 697-7138, (888) 456-3463 or www.ziasrestaurant.com.
Night Session Big Band This premier dance band plays bossa novas, tangos, mambos, waltzes, polkas and fox trots. 7:30-9:30 p.m. Wednesdays, South Briar Restaurant, 5147 S. Main St., Sylvania. $3-$5. (419) 517-1111, (419) 471-1560 or www.southbriar.biz.
this baroque orchestra. 7:30 p.m. Nov. 3, University of Michigan, Hill Auditorium, 825 N. University Ave., Ann Arbor. $10-$75. (734) 764-2538 or ums.org.
Music From the Fringe The Toledo Symphony’s Rita Lammers will perform violin masterpieces with the assistance of Sergio Ruiz on piano. 7 p.m. Nov. 4, Collingwood Arts Center, 2413 Collingwood Blvd. $7. (419) 244-2787 or www.collingwoodartscenter.org.
The Nu-Tones This band reinvents the ’60s British Invasion. 8 p.m. Nov. 4, Franciscan Theatre & Conference Center, Lourdes University, 6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania. $10-$12. (419) 8243999 or www.franciscancenter.org.
Club Friday Some of the city’s most talented performers entertain museum-goers during TMA’s It’s Friday events. 6:309:30 p.m., Peristyle Terrace, 2445 Monroe St. (419) 255-8000 or toledomuseum.org. O Might Have Ben: Nov. 4.
StarKid The team that brought us “A Very Potter Musical” will launch its SPACE tour in its hometown, with guest Charlene Kaye. 8 p.m. Nov. 4, Michigan Theater, 603 E. Liberty St., Ann Arbor. $30-$35. (734) 768-8397, (734) 668-8463 or www.michtheater.org.
Audra McDonald A Juilliard-trained, four-time Tony Award-winning singer and actress (Broadway’s “Porgy & Bess,” ABC’s “Private Practice) will perform. 8 p.m. Nov. 4, University of Michigan, Hill Auditorium, 825 N. University Ave., Ann Arbor. $10-$50. (734) 764-2538 or ums.org.
Apollo’s Fire French countertenor Philippe Jaroussky will perform with
This bluegrass artist will perform a show for the Glass City Opry, with Deepwater Bluegrass opening. 7 p.m. Nov. 5, Maumee Indoor Theater, 601 Conant St., Maumee. $15. (419) 250-1096 or www. glasscityopry.com.
Mozart & More The Toledo Symphony Orchestra will perform two works by Haydn and Mozart’s Concerto for Flute and Harp. 7:30 p.m. Nov. 5, Franciscan Theatre & Conference Center, Lourdes College, 6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania. $30-$35. (419) 246-8000, (800) 348-1253 or www. toledosymphony.com.
The Who Show This band pays tribute to the creators of such iconic songs as “My Generation,” “Who Are You” and “Pinball Wizard.” 7:30 p.m. Nov. 5, Ritz Theatre, 20 S. Washington St., Tiffin. $5-$25. (419) 448-8544 or www.ritztheatre.org.
Diego El Cigala With the idea that “flamenco must be suffered,” El Cigala is noted for fusing that genre with other Latin American music forms (bolero, Afro-Caribbean jazz and tango). 8 p.m. Nov. 5, Michigan Theater, 603 E. Liberty St., Ann Arbor. $18-$44. (734) 764-2538 or ums.org.
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Scholars of a Different Note This concert series features BGSU vocal and instrumental music students. 7:30 p.m. Nov. 8, Wildwood Preserve Metropark Manor House, 5100 W. Central Ave. (419) 407-9700 or metroparkstoledo.com.
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“Elijah” The Perrysburg Symphony Chorale and SonoNovo Chamber Ensemble will provide a musical narration of the Biblical figure’s life, as written by Mendelssohn. 7 p.m. Nov. 11, Trinity Episcopal Church, 1 Trinity Plaza. $8-$10. (419) 243-1231 or www.trinitytoledo.org.
The Dodworth Saxhorn Band Billed as “America’s premiere 19th century brass band,” this group will perform as a tribute to veterans and the sesquicentennial of the Civil War. 7 p.m. Nov. 11, Tecumseh Center for the Arts, 400 N. Maumee St., Tecumseh, Mich. $5. (517) 423-6617 or www.thetca.org.
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Visual and audible arts combine for a new experience. Great Gallery (unless noted), 2445 Monroe St. (419) 255-8000 or toledomuseum.org. O Zen Arts Ensemble: 3 p.m. Nov. 6.
Lorie Line will stage one of her amazing Christmas productions. 7:30 p.m. Nov. 11 , Franciscan Theatre & Conference Center, Lourdes University, 6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania. $??. (419) 824-3999 or www.franciscancenter.org.
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Members of the Toledo Symphony Orchestra will perform works by Ravel, Crumb and Schubert in the intimate Toledo Club. 7 p.m. Nov. 6, 235 14th St. $35. (419) 246-8000 or www.toledosymphony.com.
The Inner Mongolian group digs into its native traditions to unearth forgotten sounds @@ music as it might have been played in the camps of Genghis Khan. 7:30 p.m. Nov. 9, Michigan Theater, 603 E. Liberty St., Ann Arbor. $18-$42. (734) 764-2538 or ums.org.
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This pianist will perform works by Franz Liszt in honor of Dorothy MacKenzie Price’s donation of a Yamaha C6 concert grand to the theater. 7:30 p.m. Nov. 11, Valentine Theatre, 400 N. Superior St. Free, but ticket required: (419) 242-2787 or www.valentinetheatre.com.
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Gala New Year’s Eve Benefit Party A dinner/dance featuring music by the Duane Malinowski Orchestra will benefit the Toledo Police Museum in Ottawa Park. Appetizers, chicken and steak buffet, countdown couture, champagne and send-off snacks are included. 6:30 p.m. Dec. 31, Conn-Weissenberger American Legion Post 3587, 2020 W. Alexis Road. $60. (419) 450-5060, (419) 866-0665 or (419) 536-7606.
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ArtTalks Various artists will discuss their work, techniques and topics in the world of art. BGSU Fine Arts Center (unless noted), between Ridge and Wooster streets, Bowling Green. (419) 372-8525 or art.bgsu.edu/galleries. O Michael Speaks, dean of the University of Kentucky College of Architecture, will discuss “Design at the Speed of Thought”: 6:30 p.m. Nov. 2, Bowen Thompson Student Union Theater (Room 206), Ridge Street and North College Drive, Bowling Green. O Seattle glass artist Ethan Stern: 7:30 p.m. Nov. 7, Room 1101. O Tamara Brantmeier, painter and art department chair at the University of Wisconsin-Stout: 7 p.m. Nov. 10, Room 1101.
BGSU concerts The university’s ensembles, choirs, quartets and more @@ and their friends @@ will present the music they’ve been perfecting. Halls are located in Moore Musical Arts Center, Willard Drive and Ridge Street, Bowling Green. (419) 372-8171, (800) 589-2224, (419) 372-8888 or www.bgsu.edu/colleges/music. O Steel Drum Ensemble: 8 p.m. Nov. 3, Bryan Recital Hall. O Jazz guitar ensembles: 8 p.m. Nov. 8, Bryan Recital Hall.
BGSU football The Falcons will use their talons on their gridiron opponents. Doyt Perry Stadium, Wooster St., Bowling Green. $13-$18; season tickets, $80-$150. (877) 247-8842 or www.bgsufalcons.com. O Northern Illinois University: 8 p.m. Nov. 8.
Gish Film Theater Named in memory of Dorothy and Lillian Gish, this theater hosts screenings of international and arthouse movies and matinees of popular films of the past. BGSU’s Hanna Hall, East Wooster Street, Bowling Green. Free. (419) 372-4474 or www.bgsu.edu/gish. O Tuesdays at the Gish: “Repo Man,” 7:30 p.m. Nov. 8.
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This venue offers humor-fests (maybe to make up for the crankiness) on Tuesdays, and the occasional musical diversion. Above the Easy Street Cafe, 104 S. Main St., Bowling Green. $3-$5, unless noted. www.grumpydavespub.com. O Open mic comedy: 9 p.m. Thursdays. O Kitty Glitter, Hound, the Solar 8: Nov. 4.
BGSU professor Geoffrey Howes will present a talk on “German-American Journalistic Humor” 7 p.m. Nov. 3, Wood County Historical Center & Museum, 13360 County Home Road, Bowling Green. (419) 352-0967 or www. woodcountyhistory.org.
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MC Paul Dobson will introduce live music from local musicians, including a jazz band and Luke James, plus raffles and sweet appetizers are in store at this fundraiser for Daughter Project. 7:30 p.m.-midnight Nov. 4, Simpson Building, 1291 Conneaut Ave., Bowling Green. $15. www.thedaughterproject.org.
Bowling Green comes alive at this venue for rock and more. Doors typically open at 9, with the show starting an hour later. 210 N. Main St., Bowling Green. (419) 352-3195 or www.howardsclubh.com. O WEE, Joey & the Traitors, Duende: Nov. 3. O Joe Baker Band, Descending Root: 7, 10 p.m. Nov. 4. O Travis Richards, Eric DJ One Up Poore, LeVonne Turner, Chris Lucas: Nov. 5.
Uptown Night Club Rewired presents The Carnival at 9 p.m. Wednesdays. 160 N. Main St., Bowling Green. (419) 352-9310 or uptowndowntownbg.com.
“Millennium Sculpture: Concept, Craft, Tradition and Trends in American Sculpture”
Art by Michael Bendele, Carl Billingsley, Keith Brown, Johny Coleman, Austin Collins, Dale Enochs, Judy Greavu, Jim Havens, Chido Johnson, Hanna Jubran, Tom Lingeman, Greg Mueller, Jonathon Quick, Erwin Redl, Sally Rumman, Araan Schmidt, Sam Spiczka, Fisher Stolz, Ken Tompson and Glenn Zweygardt will be exhibited. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays (plus 6-9 p.m. Thursdays) and 1-4 p.m. Sundays through Nov. 19, Dorothy Uber Bryan Gallery, Fine Arts Center, between Ridge and Wooster streets, Bowling Green. An iron pour will take place at 10 a.m. Nov. 19 in the center courtyard, and a closing reception is set for 8:30 p.m. Nov. 19 in the gallery. (419) 372-8525 or art.bgsu.edu/galleries.
University of Wisconsin-Stout Faculty Exchange
The talents of faculty from this northern Wisconsin school of art, which has ties to BGSU, will be on display. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays (plus 6-9 p.m. Thursdays) and 1-4 p.m. Sundays through Nov. 13, Willard Wankelman Gallery, Fine Arts Center, between Ridge and Wooster streets, Bowling Green. (419) 372-8525 or art.bgsu.edu/galleries.
Fall Fest 2011 Astronomy goes global with this series of encore presentations. 8 p.m. Fridays and Tuesdays, 2 p.m. Saturdays and 7:30 p.m. Sundays, BGSU Planetarium, Room 112, Physical Sciences Lab Building, near North College Drive and East Merry Avenue, Bowling Green. $1. (419) 372-8666, (419) 372-2421 or physics.bgsu.edu/planetarium. O “Land of the Southern Cross”: Through Nov. 5. O “Sky Stones”: Nov. 6-19.
Leaf Collection Keepsake Participants’ goal is to pick up 10 different kinds of leaves to make leaf books to keep. 6-7:15 p.m. Nov. 2, William Henry Harrison Park, 644 Bierley Ave., Pemberville. Register: (419) 661-1697 or reservations.woodcountyparkdistrict.org.
Happy Birthday, Carter Farm! The farm will be 110 years old in November and its former owner would have been 100 this year. Come celebrate Sally Carter-Loomis’ generosity with a walk through the woodlot and cake at the farmhouse. 6:157:30 p.m. Nov. 3, Carter-Loomis Farm Park, 18331 Carter Road, Bowling Green. Register: (419) 661-1697 or reservations.woodcountyparkdistrict.org.
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“The Marriage of Figaro” The BGSU Department of Theater and Film will produce Mozart’s comic opera about a faithful servant’s attempt to marry his love, who also has attracted the eye of Figaro’s employer. A preperformance lecture will take place at 7:15 p.m. Nov. 4 and 2:15 p.m. Nov. 6, Bryan Recital Hall, BGSU’s Moore Musical Arts Center. 8-10:30 p.m. Nov. 4 and 3-5:30 p.m. Nov. 6, Kobacker Hall, Moore Musical Arts Center, Willard Drive and Ridge Street, Bowling Green. (419) 3728171 or (800) 589-2224.
Craning for Cranes Thousands of these birds will gather to prepare for fall migration. Watchers are invited to take a road trip to Jackson, Mich., to witness the congregation. 7 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov. 5, from W.W. Knight Nature Center, 29530 White Road, Perrysburg to the Phyllis Haehnle Memorial Sanctuary. $5. Register: (419) 661-1697 or reservations.woodcountyparkdistrict.org.
Mr. B Blues and boogie-woogie pianist Mark Lincoln Braun, who honed his style with the help of legends such as Little Brother Montgomery, Boogie Woogie Red and Blind John Davis, will perform. O 7:30 p.m. Nov. 5, Pemberville Opera House, 115 Main St., Pemberville. $12. (419) 287-3274, (877) 287-4848 or www. pembervilleoperahouse.org. O 2 p.m. Nov. 6, Grand Rapids Opera House, Grand Rapids. $12. (419) 832-5326, (419) 287-4848 or www. grandrapidsartscouncil.org.
Mary Reynolds Powell This Vietnam War veteran, joined by Bowling Green High School drama club students, will talk about adapting and performing oral histories of the war’s nurse veterans for “A Piece of My Heart,” being staged Nov. 3-5 by the club. 3-4 p.m. Nov. 6, Wood County District Public Library, 251 N. Main St., Bowling Green. (419) 352-5104, (419) 354-0100, ext. 1117 or wcdpl.lib.oh.us.
Fall River Tea Enjoy treats and naturalist readings within sight of the water. 3:30-5 p.m. Nov. 9, Marlow River Overlook, Otsego Park, 20000 W. River Road, Bowling Green. $5. Register: (419) 661-1697 or reservations.woodcountyparkdistrict.org.
Gales of November: Shipwrecks and Storms
“Commemorate the anniversary of the Edmund Fitzgerald’s sinking by learning about Great Lakes shipwrecks and the weather conditions that led to their destruction.” 7-8 p.m. Nov. 10, Otsego Park, 20000 W. River Road, Bowling Green. Register: (419) 661-1697 or reservations.woodcountyparkdistrict.org.
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