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MUSIC Compiled by Whitney Meschke Events are subject to change. MUSIC 16 n JULY 27, 2011 / TOLEDOFREEPRESS.COM “She’s reborn like Sarah Vaughan” — Amy Winehouse, “October Song” LIVE MUSIC! 7723 Airport Highway • Holland 419.491.0098 312 South Street • Waterville 419.878.9105 www.chowdersnmoor.com 7723 Airport Highway • Holland 419.491.0098 312 South Street • Waterville 419.878.9105 www.chowdersnmoor.com Famous White Chicken Chili New England Clam Chowder Homemade Soups Panini Grilled Sandwiches (RAIN OR SHINE) DAILY LUNCH SPECIALS MONDAY & FRIDAY 6 P.M.-10 P.M. JUNE, JULY, AUGUST & SEPTEMBER HOLLAND LOCATION ONLY! (SMOKING IS PERMITTED ON THE PATIO) DUE TO A MINOR FIRE DAMAGE OUR WATERVILLE LOCATION WILL BE TEMPORARILY CLOSED WE WILL BE MORE THAN HAPPY TO SERVE YOUR FAVORITE MENU ITEMS AT OUR HOLLAND LOCATION ON AIRPORT HWY. FOLLOW US ON FOR UPDATES The Ark 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 Danielia Cotton: 8 p.m. July 28, $15. O Ricky Skaggs: 7 and 9:30 p.m. July 29, $30. O Chris Smither: 8 p.m. July 30, $22.50. O Maura O’Connell: 7:30 p.m. July 31, $25. O Riverfolk Festival songwriting contest: 7 p.m. Aug. 2, free. O Tim Robbins & the Rogues Gallery Band: 8 p.m. Aug. 3, $35. Bar 145 This new venue features burgers, bands and bourbon, if its slogan is to be believed. 5304 Monroe St. bar145toledo.com. O DJ J Wayne: Sundays. O Jeff Stewart: Tuesdays. O The Brave Youngsters: July 28. O Tricky Dick and the Cover Up: July 29. 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 Kyle White: July 28. O Nine Lives: July 29. O Beg to Differ: July 30. 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 The Shout Aways, the Sunset Club, Daniel Kim & the Blueberry Incident: 9:30 p.m. July 27. O One.Be.Lo: 9:30 p.m. July 28. O As They Sleep, the Way West, Sycamour, Abandon the Prophecy, To Kill a Mockingbird, Corrupted From Within: 9:30 p.m. July 29. Howling Summer of Fun e Howling Summer of Fun sponsored by FOX Toledo continues: All week win Wolf and FOX Toledo stash at the Lucas County Fair. Just visit the 107.7 the Wolf Touring Studio! Saturday 107.7 e Wolf presents the Texaco Country Showdown Finals at the Lucas County Fair sponsored by Directions Credit Union and Toledo Free Press. Cheer on Dee Cromly, of Whitehouse, Zack Shaffer, Katie Jordan and Claire Cooper, all of Toledo, and Alina Joy Smith, of Laurelville, Ohio! O on 107.7 the Wolf and 1077wolf.com! Bretz Bar 2012 Adams St. (419) 243-1900. O Deja Dellataro and Felaciana Thunderpussy: Thursdays- Saturdays. Bronze Boar Be sure to check out this Warehouse District tavern’s name- sake, 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 Jerod: Wednesdays and Thursdays. O Kingston Dread: July 29. O Mojopin: July 30. Caesars Windsor Consider hopping the Detroit River for this casino’s enter- tainment 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, On- tario. (800) 991-7777 or www.caesarswindsor.com. O KISS: 8 p.m. July 27, $95. O The Tea Party: 9 p.m. July 29, $25. Centennial Terrace This venue next to a quarry hosts dance parties, swing bands and rockers. 5773 Centennial Road, Sylvania. (419) 882-1500, www.centennialterrace.org or www.ticket- master.com. O The Beach Boys: 7:30 p.m. July 28, $28.50-$52.50. O Air Margaritaville: July 29, $7. O 1964 — The Tribute: 8 p.m. July 30, $29.50. O The Johnny Knorr Orchestra: 7:30-10:30 p.m. Aug. 3, $8. Cheetah’s Den 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. 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. July 27 and Aug. 3. O Michael Peslikis: July 28. O Battle of the Saxes, featuring Gunnar Mossblad, Jesse Coleman and Doug Horn: 6, 8 and 10 p.m. July 29-30, $12. O Jason Quick: Aug. 2. The Distillery Karaoke is offered Tuesdays, but paid entertainers rock out Wednesdays-Saturdays. 4311 Heatherdowns Blvd. (419) 382-1444 or www.thedistilleryonline.com. O Gregg Aranda: Tuesdays. O Ben Barefoot: July 27. O Calen Savidge: July 28. O Glasgow Kiss: July 29. O HangOver: July 30. O Kyle White: Aug. 3. Fat Fish Blue Serving blues and similar sounds, as well as bayou- style grub. Levis Commons, 6140 Levis Commons Blvd., Perrysburg. (419) 931-3474 or fatfishfunnybonetoledo.com. O Arctic Clam: 9 p.m. July 30, $2. French Quarter J. Pat’s Pub Live entertainment after 9:30 p.m. Fridays-Saturdays. Hol- iday Inn French Quarter, 10630 Fremont Pike, Perrysburg. (419) 874-3111 or www.hifq.com. O Double Dare: July 29-30, Aug. 5-6. ICE Restaurant & Bar This local, family-owned enterprise offers food, drinks and music in a sleek atmosphere. 405 Madison Ave. (419) 246- 3339 or icerestaurantandbar.com. O Dan and Don: 7 p.m. July 29. O Elixer: 8-11 p.m. July 30. JJ’s Pub 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. Fri- days. 26611 N. Dixie Hwy., Perrysburg. (419) 874-9058 or jjsperrysburg.com. O John Barile and Bobby May: 8 p.m. Aug. 2. 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 Eine Kleine Liederabend song fest: 8 p.m. July 28. O Singing Our Brains Out song fest: 8 p.m. July 29. O Alberto Rojo Trio: 8 p.m. July 30. O Katri Ervamaa and Joel Hastings: 8 p.m. Aug. 2. Mainstreet Bar and Grill Ronn Daniels performs weekly at this pub. 8-11 p.m. Thursdays, 141 Main St. (419) 697-6297 or www. toledomainstreet.com.

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MUSICCompiled by Whitney MeschkeEvents are subject to change.

MUSIC

16 n JULY 27, 2011 / TOLEDOFREEPRESS.COM “She’s reborn like Sarah Vaughan” — Amy Winehouse, “October Song”

LIVE MUSIC!

7723 Airport Highway • Holland419.491.0098

312 South Street • Waterville419.878.9105www.chowdersnmoor.com7723 Airport Highway • Holland

419.491.0098312 South Street • Waterville

419.878.9105www.chowdersnmoor.com

Famous White Chicken Chili New England Clam Chowder

Homemade SoupsPanini Grilled Sandwiches

(RAIN OR SHINE)

DAILY LUNCH SPECIALS

MONDAY & FRIDAY6 P.M.-10 P.M.

JUNE, JULY, AUGUST & SEPTEMBER

HOLLAND LOCATION ONLY! (SMOKING IS PERMITTED ON THE PATIO)

DUE TO A MINOR FIRE DAMAGE OUR WATERVILLE LOCATION

WILL BE TEMPORARILY CLOSEDWE WILL BE MORE THAN HAPPY

TO SERVE YOUR FAVORITE MENU ITEMS AT OUR HOLLAND

LOCATION ON AIRPORT HWY. FOLLOW US ON FOR UPDATES

The ArkThis 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 Danielia Cotton: 8 p.m. July 28, $15.O Ricky Skaggs: 7 and 9:30 p.m. July 29, $30.O Chris Smither: 8 p.m. July 30, $22.50.O Maura O’Connell: 7:30 p.m. July 31, $25.O Riverfolk Festival songwriting contest: 7 p.m. Aug. 2, free.O Tim Robbins & the Rogues Gallery Band: 8 p.m. Aug. 3, $35.

Bar 145This new venue features burgers, bands and bourbon, if its slogan is to be believed. 5304 Monroe St. bar145toledo.com. O DJ J Wayne: Sundays.O Jeff Stewart: Tuesdays.O The Brave Youngsters: July 28.O Tricky Dick and the Cover Up: July 29.

The Blarney Irish PubCatch local acts while taking in the pub’s modern Irish and American fare. 601 Monroe St. (419) 418-2339 or www.theblarneyirishpub.com.O Kyle White: July 28.O Nine Lives: July 29.O Beg to Differ: July 30.

Blind PigA 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 The Shout Aways, the Sunset Club, Daniel Kim & the Blueberry Incident: 9:30 p.m. July 27.O One.Be.Lo: 9:30 p.m. July 28.O As They Sleep, the Way West, Sycamour, Abandon the Prophecy, To Kill a Mockingbird, Corrupted From Within: 9:30 p.m. July 29.

Howling Summer of FunThe Howling Summer of Fun

sponsored by FOX Toledo continues:All week win Wolf and FOX Toledo

stash at the Lucas County Fair. Just visit the 107.7 the Wolf Touring Studio!

Saturday 107.7 The Wolf presents the

Texaco Country Showdown Finals at the Lucas County Fair sponsored by Directions Credit Union and Toledo Free Press. Cheer on Dee Cromly, of Whitehouse, Zack Shaffer, Katie Jordan and Claire Cooper, all of Toledo, and Alina Joy Smith, of Laurelville, Ohio! O

on 107.7 the Wolf and 1077wolf.com!

Bretz Bar2012 Adams St. (419) 243-1900.O Deja Dellataro and Felaciana Thunderpussy: Thursdays-Saturdays.

Bronze BoarBe sure to check out this Warehouse District tavern’s name-sake, 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 Jerod: Wednesdays and Thursdays.O Kingston Dread: July 29.O Mojopin: July 30.

Caesars WindsorConsider hopping the Detroit River for this casino’s enter-tainment 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, On-tario. (800) 991-7777 or www.caesarswindsor.com. O KISS: 8 p.m. July 27, $95.O The Tea Party: 9 p.m. July 29, $25.

Centennial TerraceThis venue next to a quarry hosts dance parties, swing bands and rockers. 5773 Centennial Road, Sylvania. (419) 882-1500, www.centennialterrace.org or www.ticket-master.com.O The Beach Boys: 7:30 p.m. July 28, $28.50-$52.50.O Air Margaritaville: July 29, $7.O 1964 — The Tribute: 8 p.m. July 30, $29.50.O The Johnny Knorr Orchestra: 7:30-10:30 p.m. Aug. 3, $8.

Cheetah’s DenA different band performs each week. 702 E. Broadway St. (419) 754-1903.O DJ Lamont: Tuesdays.O Devious: Thursdays (also open mic night)-Saturdays.

Dégagé Jazz CaféSignature 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. July 27 and Aug. 3.O Michael Peslikis: July 28.O Battle of the Saxes, featuring Gunnar Mossblad, Jesse Coleman and Doug Horn: 6, 8 and 10 p.m. July 29-30, $12.O Jason Quick: Aug. 2.

The DistilleryKaraoke is offered Tuesdays, but paid entertainers rock out Wednesdays-Saturdays. 4311 Heatherdowns Blvd. (419) 382-1444 or www.thedistilleryonline.com.O Gregg Aranda: Tuesdays. O Ben Barefoot: July 27.O Calen Savidge: July 28.O Glasgow Kiss: July 29.O HangOver: July 30.O Kyle White: Aug. 3.

Fat Fish BlueServing blues and similar sounds, as well as bayou-style grub. Levis Commons, 6140 Levis Commons Blvd., Perrysburg. (419) 931-3474 or fatfishfunnybonetoledo.com.O Arctic Clam: 9 p.m. July 30, $2.

French Quarter J. Pat’s PubLive entertainment after 9:30 p.m. Fridays-Saturdays. Hol-iday Inn French Quarter, 10630 Fremont Pike, Perrysburg. (419) 874-3111 or www.hifq.com. O Double Dare: July 29-30, Aug. 5-6.

ICE Restaurant & BarThis local, family-owned enterprise offers food, drinks and music in a sleek atmosphere. 405 Madison Ave. (419) 246-3339 or icerestaurantandbar.com. O Dan and Don: 7 p.m. July 29. O Elixer: 8-11 p.m. July 30.

JJ’s PubLive 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. Fri-days. 26611 N. Dixie Hwy., Perrysburg. (419) 874-9058 or jjsperrysburg.com. O John Barile and Bobby May: 8 p.m. Aug. 2.

Kerrytown Concert HouseThis 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 Eine Kleine Liederabend song fest: 8 p.m. July 28.O Singing Our Brains Out song fest: 8 p.m. July 29.O Alberto Rojo Trio: 8 p.m. July 30.O Katri Ervamaa and Joel Hastings: 8 p.m. Aug. 2.

Mainstreet Bar and GrillRonn Daniels performs weekly at this pub. 8-11 p.m. Thursdays, 141 Main St. (419) 697-6297 or www. toledomainstreet.com.

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Manhattan’sThis “slice of the Big Apple” in the Glass City provides enter-tainment most weekends. 1516 Adams St. (419) 243-6675 or www.manhattanstoledo.com. O Vytas and Steve: 7-10 p.m. Wednesdays.O Open mic with Bread and Butter: 10 p.m.-2 a.m. Mondays.O Frostbite: July 29.

Mickey Finn’sA variety of genres to wash your drinks down with. Open mic nights, 9 p.m. Wednesdays, no cover; $5-$7 cover other nights. 602 Lagrange St. (419) 246-3466 or www.mickeyfinnspub.com. O Minglewood Labor Camp, the Leles: 8:30 p.m. July 29. O Violent Stars: 8:30 p.m. July 30.O Enter the Haggis: 8 p.m. Aug. 3.

M.T. LooniesDJs take over on Fridays and Saturdays. 6648 Lewis Ave., Temperance, Mich. (734) 847-7222 or mtloonies.net.O Ben Daniels Band: 9 p.m. July 29.

Mutz @ The Oliver HouseThis pub offers handcrafted brews … and live en-tertainment. 27 Broadway. (419) 243-1302 or www. oh-maumeebaybrewingco.com.O Open mic hosted by Breaking Ground: 10 p.m. Wednesdays.O Karaoke: 10 p.m. Thursdays.O DJs Dirty Baby, APB, Russell Jones: Saturdays.

OmniThis club is a venue for music (and music lovers) of all types. 2567 W. Bancroft St. (419) 535-6664 or omnimidwest.com. O Ginuwine: July 30.O George Clinton & Parliament Funkadelic: 7 p.m. July 31, $30.

One2 Lounge at TreoLive music starts at 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. 5703 Main St., Sylvania. (419) 882-2266 or treosylvania.com.O Mike Whitty: July 29. O Daniel Burris: July 30.O Might Have Ben: Aug. 5.

Ottawa TavernCasual meals with weekend entertainment. 1815 Adams St. (419) 725-5483 or www.otavern.com. O Shivering Timbers, the Faux Paus: 10 p.m. July 30.O The DewDroppers, This Is My Suitcase: 10 p.m. July 31.

Party at the ParkThe track hosts concerts before the evening’s harness races. 5 p.m. Saturdays, Raceway Park, 5700 Telegraph Rd. $2. (419) 476-7751 or www.racewayparktoledo.com.O 56 Daze: July 30.

Pizza PapalisGet slices with a topping of entertainment. 519 Monroe St. (419) 244-7722 or www.pizzapapalis.com.O Arctic Clam: July 29.O Chris Shutters: July 30.

Spicy Tuna This sushi bar offers occasional entertainment to accom-pany the fishy dishes. 7130 Airport Hwy. (419) 720-9333 or spicytunasushi.com.O DJ Jimmy James: 10 p.m. Fridays.O Karaoke: 10 p.m. Saturdays.O Brian Bocian: 7-11 p.m. July 27.O Kyle White: 7-11 p.m. Aug. 3.

Stella’sNouveau cuisine gets a helping of music Thursdays through Saturdays. 104 Louisiana Ave., Perrysburg.

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(419) 873-8360 or www.stellasrestaurantandbar.com.O C.J. Manning, Marcia Jones: July 28.O Eddie Molina, Leslie Lane: July 29. O C.J. Manning, Charlene Ransom: July 30.

Tequila Sheila’sA corner bar-type hangout with DJ-provided tunes on Sat-urday nights. 702 Monroe St. (419) 241-1118.O Open mic with Jason Kelley: 9 p.m. Thursdays.O Hip-hop night: 9 p.m. Fridays.

The Village IdiotTunes combined with pizza and booze, some would say it’s a perfect combination. 309 Conant St., Maumee. (419) 893-7281, (419) 740-2395 or www.villageidiotmaumee.com.O Old West End Productions: Wednesdays.O Bob Rex: Sunday afternoons.O The Eight Fifteens: Sunday evenings. O Mark Mikel Band: Tuesdays.O Polka Floyd: July 29. O Andrew Ellis & the Setting Sons: July 30.

Webber’s Waterfront RestaurantThis Point Place eatery hosts weekly entertainment on its patio with a river view. 6339 Edgewater Dr. (734) 723-7411 or www.webbersrestaurant.samsbiz.com.O Junkanoo Brothers: July 31.

Wesley’s Bar & GrillA 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 Kentucky Chrome: July 30.

WoodchucksThe place to go for an eclectic mix of people and

music. 224 S. Erie St. (419) 241-3045. O Karaoke: Wednesdays.

Yeeha’sCountry and rock with a little “Coyote Ugly” style. 3150 Navarre Ave., Oregon. (419) 691-8880 or www.yeehas.com. O Redhill: July 29. O Noisy Neighbor: July 30.

Zia’sThis Italian restaurant hosts magician Andrew Martin on Sunday nights. The restaurant is open 4-9 p.m. Sundays, The Docks, 20 Main St. (419) 697-7138, (888) 456-3463 or www.ziasrestaurant.com.

Brown Bag Summer Concert SeriesGrab your ham (or veggie) samiches and listen to some tunes while you digest. Vendors will be on hand for those who forget to pack! 12:15-1:15 p.m. Wednesdays, north lawn of Toledo Lucas County Main Library, 325 N. Michigan St. (419) 259-5207 or toledolibrary.org.O Rodney Parker & Liberty Beach: July 27.

Toledo Zoo Amphitheater concertsPerformers take the stage near Cheetah Valley. 2700 Broadway. (419) 474-1333 or ticketmaster.com.O Poison, Warrant: 7:30 p.m. July 28, $55-$75. O Bob Dylan: 7:30 p.m. Aug. 3, $59.50-$79.50.

Lunch at Levis Square concert seriesDowntown Toledo Improvement District conspires to set lunch to music. Noon-1:30 Thursdays through Aug. 25, Levis Square, North St. Clair Street and Madison Avenue. (419) 249-5494.O Kyle White: July 28.

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Music at the MarketWeekly concerts will pierce the summer heat. 7 p.m. Thurs-days, Commodore Park, Louisiana and Indiana. (419) 873-2787 or www.perrysburgarts.org.O The Nu-Tones: July 28.

Jazz in the GardenTake in some swing and smooth tunes among the swaying flowers. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursdays, July 7-Sept. 8, Toledo Botanical Garden, 5403 Elmer Dr. $6-$8; $48-$64 for season pass. (419) 536-5566 or toledogarden.org.O Ramona Collins: July 28.

Club FridaySome of the city’s most talented performers entertain museum-goers during TMA’s It’s Friday events. 6:30-9:30 p.m., Cloister, 2445 Monroe St. (419) 255-8000 or toledo-museum.org.O Performer to be announced: July 29.

Courtyard ConcertsRock while you eat rolls at this series of lunchtime concerts. 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Tuesdays, Latham Courtyard, downtown Findlay. (419) 422-4624 or www.artspartnership.com.O David Lester: Aug. 2.

SwingmaniaWith 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) 708-0265, (419) 874-0290 or www.swingmania.org.O Swing Revival Party: 8 p.m. Thursdays and 8-11 p.m. July 30, 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.

Wilson Lake and the Rock BassThis group sets the scene: Fish and turtles splash and groove in the water as squirrels, raccoons and toads begin to boogie to the band’s tunes. www.toledolibrary.org. O 4 p.m. July 27, Sanger Branch Library, 3030 W. Central Ave. (419) 259-5370.

Lucas County Fair actsClassic rock, jazz, country and ’80s pop will be among the genres focused on by the performers. 1406 Key St., Maumee. $6 gate admission. (419) 893-2127 or www.lu-cascountyfair.com.O Clock Rush: 6-10 p.m. July 27.O July 28: Chefs of Dixieland, 4-7 p.m.; Cake Walkin’ Jass Band, 7:30-11:30.O July 29: Flashback, 4-7 p.m.; Noisy Neighbors, 8 p.m.-midnight.O July 30: Flashback, 2-5:50 p.m.; Suburban Legends, 6-midnight.

Singing the Good Old Songs AgainJackie Davidson of the “old” New Christy Minstrels and na-tionally known singer/songwriter Gary Brandt will perform songs from the American folk music tradition. 7 p.m. July 29, Way Public Library, 101 E. Indiana Ave., Perrysburg. (419) 874-3135 or www.waylibrary.info.

Keith Urban“Get Closer” to this Aussie country singer, known for his guitar skills and tunes such as “Days Go By,” “You’ll Think of Me” and “Put You in a Song.” Jake Owen will open. 7:30 p.m. July 29, Huntington Center, 500 Jefferson Ave. (419) 321-5007, (800) 745-3000 or www.huntingtoncentertoledo.com.

Craig MorganEqually at home singing about hogging the road on a combine as he is about summertime fun, Morgan’s just plain country appeal has earned many fans. 8 p.m. July 29, Lenawee County Fair, 602 N. Dean St., Adrian, Mich. $20-$25. (517) 236-3007 or www.lenaweecountyfairgrounds.com.

Blues Cruise & PartyPat Lewandowski, Tom Kornacki, Dan “Mudfoot” Hubs and the Gray Devils will perform on this Maumee River cruise on the Sandpiper. 7:30-10:30 p.m. July 30, departing from the Jefferson Street dock in Promenade Park, 1 Water St. Reservations: (419) 866-8977 or www.bsbs.net.

Exclaim!Matthew West, Britt Nicole and John Angotti will perform at this free Christian music festival. Noon July 31, Monsi-gnor Schmit CYO Athletic Complex, 555 S. Holland-Sylvania Road. (419) 874-6502 or www.exclaimtoledo.org.

Dierks BentleyCountry fans can “Come a Little Closer” to this star, a mul-tiple Country Music Association Award nominee. 8 p.m. Aug. 1, 3775 S. Custer Road. $35. (734) 241-2600, (734) 241-5775 or www.monroecountyfair.com.

Verandah ConcertsThe Toledo Swiss Singers will perform along the stately porch of the presidential center. 6:45-8 p.m. Aug. 3, Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Center, Spiegel Grove, Hayes and Buckland avenues, Fremont. (419) 332-2081, (800) 998-7737 or www.rbhayes.org.

Sunset Serenades: Swingmania big bandA summer series that capitalizes on Olander Park’s lake

views and natural accompaniment (geese and ducks are known to sing backup). 7 p.m.-dusk Aug. 3, Neder-houser Community Hall, Olander Park, 6930 Sylvania Ave., Sylvania. $3 parking for non-Sylvania School Dis-trict residents (or park at nearby Tam-o-Shanter and walk in). (419) 882-8313 or www.olanderpark.com.

Smoke on the WaterThis “Ribs for the Red Cross” event offers tunes as well as slabs of succulent, smoky goodness. 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Aug. 5; 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Aug. 6; and 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Aug. 7, Prom-enade Park, 1 Water St. (west bank of the Maumee River). $5. (419) 329-2619 or www.ribs4redcross.com.O Green River Ordinance: 8:45 p.m. Aug. 5.O Tonic: 8:45 p.m. Aug. 6.O John Michael Montgomery: 8:45 p.m. Aug. 7.

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Wood County HistoricalCenter & MuseumCheck out this rural jewel’s exhibits and tour the buildings to see demonstrations using historic equipment. 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Tuesdays-Fridays and 1-4 p.m. weekends through Oct. 30 (closed holidays), Wood County Historical Center & Museum, 13360 County Home Road, Bowling Green. $1-$4. (419) 352-0967 or www.woodcountyhistory.org.

Lunch in the ParkA local restaurant will offer nibbles while performers do their thing. 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Fridays, Martin and Kiwanis shel-ters, Bowling Green City Park, 417 City Park Dr., Bowling Green. (419) 354-6223 or www.bgohio.org/departments/parks-and-recreation.O Spittin’ Image: July 29.

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