The Greene Change for Charity Foundation and Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Greater Miami Valley presents the 3rd Annual CLAMBAKE FOR KIDS SAKE. The event, will be held at McCormick and Schmick’s at the Greene on Saturday June 26th from 6:30pm – 11:00pm. Back by popular demand, is Boys Gone Wild, an ALL-STAR band, made up of members from Stroke 9, Vertical Horizon, and the Pat McGee Band.
Archives for June 2010
Volunteers!
Volunteerism is a major aspect of most YP orgs in the region. Maybe it’s the great feeling people get from making a difference or the perfect platform it provides for networking and socializing – either way, volunteering seems to be a on the calendars for many YP groups. There are two YP orgs in our region that focus less on social or professional events and spend their time making a difference through volunteerism. I talked to Jessica Saunders from the Junior League of Dayton and Lisa Henderson from the Red Cross Associate Board to learn a little more about how their groups approach volunteerism and how they’re making a difference in the region.
Saunders and Henderson have quite a bit in common – both come from other Midwestern towns and have made Dayton their home through community involvement and careers at Dayton Children’s Hospital. Both women discovered their organizations through friends and colleagues in other local organizations. Saunders learned about the JLD through Dayton History and her work at Children’s, while Henderson decided to get involved with the RCAB due to friends at Generation Dayton extending an invitation to a recruiting event.
But now that they’re hooked in the region and with their organizations, I had some questions for Henderson and Saunders to learn a little more about the RCAB and JLD. You can get a lot of great information about mission, membership requirements, and upcoming events from the Web sites, but I wanted the personal stories within the organizations and the values they provide the community and their members.
I can read a Web site, but I wanted to know the short answer about the mission of these orgs and the crux of what they do. Saunders has the elevator pitch down to a science, according to her, Junior League Dayton is “an organization that builds women to be community leaders and community volunteers.” Henderson explains that the Red Cross Associate Board “supports the Red Cross through planning a fundraiser, The Great Escape.” She’s quick to add, “The funds we raise at The Great Escape stay in the Dayton region.”
And these organizations both offer unique and varied opportunities in the pursuit of their missions. Henderson is excited about the hands-on way to make a difference through the planning of their yearly event. She says, “The fact that (the associate board) hosts one of the Red Cross’ largest fundraisers means our board members are truly making a difference and are certainly hands on. Each member has the opportunity to pick a committee or area that most interests them (securing sponsors, helping with marketing, etc)… It’s also a great way to develop skills – for example, I learned so much about event planning by getting involved with the logistics committee. We are able to see an event and fundraising from start to finish, which is always such a great feeling!” Although the work the members are doing is geared toward this major one-time event, the experiences stick with the members. Henderson explains that through the work of planning this major event, board members have the opportunity to learn more about the great work the Red Cross is doing nationally and in the region, and the board can help them connect more if they’re interested in volunteering in other ways.
Saunders is excited to talk about what makes the Junior League unique – the focus on developing women’s leadership opportunities. For anyone who doesn’t know, the Junior League is a woman-only organizations (sorry, guys). She believes, an “organization of all women is great because it gives you an opportunity to learn from women who are at every age and stage of their lives. There are also many leadership opportunities and training opportunities within the league – if you want to learn about fundraising there is a place for that. If you are interested in marketing – you can learn about that. And of course – there are many opportunities to volunteer throughout the community.” Althought the Junior League is an organization for developing the leadership skills and community involvement for younger women (20s and 30s), they keep strong relationships with their “sustainers” who have graduated from the program and provide valuable insights and connections.
Both organizations provide great ways to get involved, meet people, and make a difference. But – in case the descriptions aren’t enough to spark full interest – I wanted to know more. There are plenty of volunteer opportunities out there – you can open the paper any day and find ways to give back to the community. I asked these women what makes a volunteer organization so much worthwhile than periodic stints at individual volunteering. Both had great insights.
Saunders is excited about the total impact the League offers. She says, “It’s really great to see what a group of people can do to improve the community. Doing something together not only results in something positive for the community but builds some bonds that last through your entire life. The Junior League ‘sustainers’ continue to build on friendships they started in the league decades ago! It is important for young people to join the JLD because it’s a wonderful organization that is so tied to our Dayton history. If you are new to the community – it’s not only a great way to network but a great way to learn about the city!” And when I challenged her that some people just aren’t “joiners,” Saunders had an answer for that, too. She understands that feeling, but believes that “there is a time and place for joining organizations.” Although she can’t make that decision for others, she is pleased with her choice to get involved with JLD. She says, “I am forever grateful for the relationships – both professionally and personally – that I have from the organizations or groups that I have joined.”
If you’re anti-organization, Henderson mentions that there are plenty of nonprofits out there with great causes that provide you with the opportunity to give back -and you don’t have to “join” anything. She points out, “You can really match your interests and time to what’s out there. Don’t limit yourself!” But being a part of a larger organization does offer perks. Henderson believes, “It’s great to be a part of something on an ongoing basis because you can see the long-term impact of what you do. The associate board is able to raise money, and then can see what a difference those funds have made for the community!”
Although the focus of the Red Cross Associate Board is on providing needed support to the local chapter of the Red Cross, there are great opportunities for professional development as well. Henderson raves about the amazing people she has met through the organization both at the Red Cross and on the associate board. Beyond networking, she says, “I have been able to participate in all areas of planning for The Great Escape and have developed skills that help me be a better leader professionally and in my other organizations.” In addition to gaining valuable skills like leadership, communication, and project management, Henderson is also really pleased with how she’s been able to expand her social network. She’s happy to share stories about great friends she’s met through her involvement with the associate board. Henderson sums up her experience by stating that, “YP volunteer organizations are more than just about the volunteerism. (By not being involved), you’ll miss out on a chance to meet new people and give back to the community!”
Saunders also has great experiences beyond the valuable community-based work she does with League. She says, “I love the opportunity to work with some really great women on issues that affect our community.” And although the JLD focuses on volunteerism, it has been very valuable to her in other realms. Saunders says, “Professionally – it’s a wonderful way to network. Socially – it’s my escape from my professional life! There are many opportunities throughout the year to hone both of these skills.”
By speaking to these two charismatic and engaged women, I learned a lot more about the Junior League of Dayton and the Dayton chapter of the Red Cross Associate Board. But before wrapping up, I wanted to know more about their impression of the Dayton region as a whole, what it’s like to be a YP in the city, and why some people perceive a sense of apathy from local YPs. Saunders cited a unique “problem;” She says, “I think there is too much to do!” Her solution for YPs who don’t feel involved is to do some homework, explore the various opportunities out there to find the one that “clicks,” and get hooked up with one of the many nonprofits (or volunteer organizations) out there that are always looking for volunteers.
For some final advice, Henderson says, “I think there has to be personal initiative to get engaged, but there is no lack of opportunity here in Dayton. (Nonprofits) want our input, expertise, fresh ideas and energy. Get involved in one group and word tends to spread – soon you’ll have so many opportunities it will be hard to select which ones you want to do!”
Thanks to these ladies for taking the time to share their stories with me. Learn more about these great organizations at their recruitment events this summer. The Dayton Area Red Cross Associate Board and the Junior League of Dayton are both hosting recruitment events THIS THURSDAY so you can learn more.
Dayton Area Red Cross Associate Board Recruitment Event
When: Thursday, June 24th from 6-8PM
Where: Norton’s Sports Bar and Grille – 580 Lincoln Park Blvd. (Near the Fraze Pavilion)
*Appetizers sponsored by the Red Cross*
Junior League of Dayton Recruitment Event
When: Thursday, June 24 from 6-8 PM
Where: Blue Star Mothers #3 at Town and Country Shopping Center (near Figlio)
*Make a difference for our troops at this Care Package Party and learn more about JLD*
YP Round-Up: June 21-27
There seems to be a lot concentrated at the end of this first official week of summer. Maybe it’s just too hot to be out and about early in the week or maybe all the YP groups know you really need some time to focus on that big project at work. But check out the great number of events taking you into the weekend.
ALSO: NEW FEATURE on the DMM Event Calendar – now YP events are designated as such! Want to search for what’s happening in YP? Click on Young Professional as a category and see for yourself what’s going on.
Thursday, June 24: If you’re not doing something Thursday evening – you’re not paying attention! Happy hour, city management, volunteerism, and new friends are all available for the taking.
The Junior League of Dayton is getting together to create care packages for our troops at this Care Package Party with the Blue Star Mothers. Join them at the table in Town and Country (Kettering) near Figlio and help out from 6-8 PM. This is a recruitment event – so everyone is invited to come, make a difference, and learn more about the JLD. Questions or want to RSVP? Contact Caitlin Krebs – [email protected] or 937.853.2563
Dayton City Manager Tim Riordan wants your feedback and suggestions! He has been hosting Listening Tours across the region for your feedback on the current state of financial affairs in Dayton. In collaboration with the Dayton Urban League Young Professionals, Generation Dayton and updayton – YOU ARE INVITED to hear about what’s happening in our City and provide your feedback. Join us at 5:30PM at City Hall, City Commission Chambers. RSVP to: [email protected]
The Red Cross Associate Board is hosting a recruitment event at Norton’s Bar (across from Fraze Pavilion) from 6-8 PM. Want to meet the members of the RCAB, learn more about this great organization, and see how to get involved. They provide the appetizers and information – you just show up!
The Young AFCEAns (or YAC) host their monthly networking happy hour on the last Thursday of every month – this week it’s at Fox and Hound at 5 PM. Sure, the group is fairly industry specific – serving mostly the government and government/IT contractors – but they always open their doors to new people and have had pretty regular attendance from non-contractor YPs. And who doesn’t like a Happy Hour?
Friday, June 25:
Generation Dayton hosts their monthly Fourth Friday lunch. This time, join the group at Blind Bob’s in the Oregon District (try the pickle soup – seriously) at Noon. It’s free to attend, but lunch is at your own cost. RSVP to Andy at [email protected].
Saturday, June 26:
The Dayton Ballet Barre is hosting their Barre Crawl II (witty, eh?). This second annual pub crawl follows the popular path through the Oregon District from last year with great drink specials at each location, a discounted rate at the Crown Plaza (safety first) and a fun time with friends for only $10. Learn more here. Or check out the flyer here: Barre Crawl II
Did I miss something? Let me know in the comments. And, as always, check out the DMM Event Calendar for more great events happening in the region – like live music, comedy, the Clambake for Kids’ Sake, drink specials, happy hours, art shows, Phantom of the Opera, walking tours, educational lunches and more!
Dayton Sports Weekly Update: 6/21/2010
Wow, is it just me or has summer hit full swing already? The sun was so bright I thought I’d see Leo the Lion pass right out at Baujan Field this last Saturday. Here is you weekly update for June 21st.
It’s been a pretty solid week for the Dragons, losing their first series away against the Fort Wayne Tin Caps, and winning their second against the Great Lake Loons in Dayton. It made for a great weekend unless you saw them play on Sunday afternoon. Dayton had swept their series with Wisconsin to end last week and seemed to bring some confidence to the team as they travelled to Fort Wayne on Tuesday. Over the first 8 innings the Dragons scored 9 runs against the Tin Caps who only returned 4 until the top of the ninth, where they drove in another 4 on reliever Chase Ware, but managed to save the game with a final score of 9-8 to extend the Dragon’s winning streak to 4. The rest of the series would be disappointing however, as the Dragons would drop the next two, both again by one run, 5-4 on Wednesday, 6-5 on Thursday.
Dayton came home to play over the weekend and managed two solid wins against the Great Lakes Loons who are not only near the top of the League standings but have been very dangerous on the road this year. Friday night the Dragons had only 5 hits by 5 different players but made them count. A home run in the second by Tommy Nurre, and one by Josh Garton in the 4th (his 8th of the season) with a man on base was all it took to win the game. Saturday’s match went from a long night followed by a last minute clincher. A no score evening seemed wrapped up when the Dragons scored two at the top of the ninth but oddly the Loons felt they had something to say about that and tied up the game with two runs of their own. Three more innings provided no avail but then at the top of the 13th, the Loons got a runner in and were ahead 3-2. The Dragons, not to be detoured, cracked out a single from Frank Pfister, and one from Chase Weems. A bobbled ball by a Loon’s outfielder gave Pfister enough time to round the bases and get home. One last line drive from Didi Gregorious into right field gave Weems all the time he needed to round third and make it home, the crowd goes wild, Dragons win, 4-3. This is followed up by a less than exciting loss this Sunday 7-5, but how about we just keep that one in the record books?
The Dragons will play away once more this upcoming weekend against Lansing who is touch above their next opponent, Fort Wayne. That series will be at home starting next Monday. Both have pretty similar records right now, at around .520. The Dragons can improve their standing by taking a few of these games, but it won’t be easy. There is a pretty big gap between both of those teams and the Dragons, but perhaps since they just finished a series with Fort Wayne, they can be better prepared and know what to expect.
There isn’t much to report for the Gems this week. There hasn’t really been any news out of the CHL, and there is still no word on a possible head coach, or players for that matter. Check back for more later.
The Dutch Lions had a very difficult week that resulted in not a single victory. As I mentioned last week the Lions had 3 games on their plate. The first was up against the Rochester Rhinos in the US Lamar Hunt Open Cup. A difficult loss of 2-0 for the Lions was a shame but for a first year team in the PDL, they did the city of Dayton proud simply by making it as a result of their undefeated season at that point. The second stop came on Thursday the 17th, a league match against the Cleveland Internationals. The Lions started off at a slow trudge but ended up out shooting Cleveland most of the evening. Though the resulting 2-2 draw doesn’t indicate that, an aggressive offense helped save the Lions from a second loss in league play (or in a row for that matter) and we continue to see them near the top of the standings. Lastly the Dutch Lions came home to Dayton on Saturday evening to take on the Columbus Crew of the MLS. I think like many I had assumed that the Crew would not be playing their starters in this game. That is nothing against the Lions, but the MLS clearly stands a head above the rest and an exhibition match against a 2008 MLS championship team seemed an unlikely win. Yet on walked the starters and we all knew we were in for a ride. Dayton came out lethargic, and who could blame them? It was unsure to know how the game was going to go, but with the Crew scoring in the first 15 minutes they seemed to snap out of it and kept them from making any impressive shots on goal for the remaining first half, while the Lions, though developed some potentially great shots, failed to capitalize on any of them.
The Crew came out in the second half filled with almost all of their starters and things got ugly as they drove in two more goals past Keeper Oscar Moens. Though many valiant efforts kept the score way lower than it could have been, the Crew took home the win, 3-0. Three games in a week will put a kink in any team, and the Lions really tested their metal out there against some traditionally great opponents. Though I’m sure we would have loved to see a win squeaked by at Rochester or against The Crew, there is always next year.
Dayton has an away game early this week against Cincinnati, and another home game this Saturday against the Chicago Fire. No, not the MLS team, their PDL development team of the same name. Aught to be a great match though.
There still isn’t a whole lot going on around Campus, but Wright State’s Men’s basketball coach Billy Donlon announced the hiring of an assistant coach by the name of Chris Moore. Moore has been an assistant coach and recruiter at Morehead State. He has been credited for signing two top 40 classes at Morehead State, as well as assisting the team that made it to the second round of the NCAA tournament in 2009. This is an exciting move for Wright State. If he can snag the talent he’s been getting in the last few years and have them follow him to Dayton, the Raiders could be seeing a spot in The Tournament again real soon.
Speaking of all this news with The Dayton Dutch Lions and The Rochester Rhinos, the Flyers have a great article up about former player Issac Kissi. Kissi, now a member of the Rhinos was recently interviewed (though the articles doesn’t mention the journalist responsible.) He shares some interesting information about his time as a Flyer as well as his budding professional career.
That’s all for now, see you next week! Since the Dragons wont’ be home until next Monday I expect to see Miami Valley South Stadium packed to capacity! After all with the World Cup in full swing, it’s soccer season! And if getting up at 7:30 in the morning to watch a live game from Africa isn’t exactly your idea of fun (or you can’t think of a good way to explain that to your boss) then an evening with the Lions might be just right.
Are You Willing to Get Dirty for Charity?
Take a pile of dirt, mix it with liquid, and what do you get? The 20th annual “Muddy Gras” Mud Volleyball Tournament to benefit the Epilepsy Foundation of Western Ohio. “Get down and dirty” for a great cause! Mud Volleyball is the Epilepsy Foundation of Western Ohio’s signature fundraising event. The tournament provides almost 50% of the agency’s budget. With only 1 FT and 3 PT staff members, they rely heavily on dedicated volunteers to make this event a success!
Teams compete against a field of ABOUT 200 teams for a chance at one of six division championship titles. There are many different opportunities to get involved with this year’s mud volleyball tournament. They are currently looking for players, committee members, volunteers, referees, and corporate sponsors
There are three days where your help is needed most.
SET UP- Friday, July 9th – we’ll be on the fields all day starting at 9am until done (after dark usually)
DAY OF EVENT – Saturday, July 10th – starting at 6:30 am
All day we’ll have shifts of volunteers pitching in; all for a good cause! For a specific list of volunteer opportunities click here.
TEAR DOWN – Sunday, July 11th – 9am until mid afternoon
It’s a dirty job but somebody’s got to do it! It goes quickly with extra hands!
Call if you can help. 937-233-2500.
New Comedy – PLEASE GIVE – Now Playing!
Hello Everyone.
The new comedy from Nicole Holofcener – starring Catherine Keener, Amanda Peet, and Oliver Platt – starts its exclusive engagement at THE NEON today. PLEASE GIVE has received “A” reviews from THE WALL STREET JOURNAL, ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY, THE LA TIMES and more.
Synopsis for PLEASE GIVE: “A family looking for some extra space gets drawn into a difficult relationship with the folks next door in this comedy drama from writer and director Nicole Holofcener. Kate (Catherine Keener) and Alex (Oliver Platt) are a couple living in New York City who run a successful store specializing in vintage furniture. Kate and Alex have a teenage daughter, Abby (Sarah Steele) and their apartment is starting to feel a bit small for the three of them; Kate and Alex own the unit next door to them, and once the flat becomes vacant, they plan to knock out a wall and take over the space. However, Andra (Ann Morgan Guilbert), their tenant, is an elderly woman with a poor disposition who doesn’t seem eager to go anywhere soon, and it’s occurred to Kate and Alex that they’re probably going to have wait for her to die, since evicting her would be very awkward. Hoping to make the best of the situation, Kate tries to strike up a friendship with Andra and her fiercely protective granddaughter Rebecca (Rebecca Hall), but Andra isn’t especially interested in making new friends, and Rebecca’s sister, Mary (Amanda Peet), isn’t much easier to deal with.” (Mark Deming, All Movie Guide)
Visit www.sonyclassics.com/pleasegive for more details about the film.
Be sure to check out our coming attractions below…dates have changed, and our line-up is getting better and better.
And don’t forget that THE SECRET IN THEIR EYES, winner of “Best Foreign Film” at this year’s Academy Awards, is still playing at THE NEON. Check out this fun clip of the score’s composer directing the Argentine National Symphony in front of 1.7 million people!!
Thanks for your continued support of THE NEON
We hope to see you soon!
Jonathan
SHOWTIMES for June 18 – June 24:
THE SECRET IN THEIR EYES (R) 127 Minutes
Friday, Saturday, Sunday: 1:15, 4:00, 7:15, 9:45
Monday – Thursday: 2:30, 5:00, 7:30
PLEASE GIVE (R) 90 Minutes
Friday, Saturday, Sunday: 1:00, 3:10, 5:15, 7:20, 9:30
Monday – Thursday: 3:10, 5:15, 7:20
COMING SOON:
As always, all dates are tentative.
June 25 MOTHER AND CHILD
July 2 HARRY BROWN
July 9 I AM LOVE (My favorite from Toronto!)
July 16 CYRUS
July 30 WINTER’S BONE
July 30 THE KIDS ARE ALL RIGHT
Aug. 20 THE GIRL WHO PLAYED WITH FIRE
TBD – JOAN RIVERS: A PIECE OF WORK
TBD – MICMACS
TBD – THE SQUARE
Extraordinary Days
Ordinary Days at The Loft
It isn’t often that patrons in ANY city get the rare theatrical opportunity currently occurring Downtown Dayton. Currently housed in an extended run in the Schuster Center is – for many – the gold standard for musical theater goers all over the world – Andrew Lloyd Webber’s now iconic THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA. But quietly, intimately, and indeed passionately next door at The Loft, the next generation of musical theater writers is being heralded in by a young composer named Adam Gwon and his remarkable musical ORDINARY DAYS – thanks to the amazing staff and cast at The Human Race Theatre Company. Ordinary Days is anything but ordinary. The small in size – large on theme – musical evening explores several interconnected stories against the backdrop of New York City’s bustling contemporary culture. The music is contemporary – the lyrics are brilliant – the cast is engaging.
I cannot tell you strongly enough how important it is for the future of this artform that as patrons – we make the decision to not make only ‘safe’ choices with our entertainment dollars. Remember that once upon a time someone (whose name no one remembers) told Sir Lloyd Webber that a musical based on Gaston Leroux’s Gothic tale of a creeper with mommy issues stalking a young ingénue was a HORRIBLE idea for a musical. Someone lost their job over that one I am certain. So as wonderful as it is to JOIN an already exciting bandwagon – also take the time to be there from the start of one as well. And Ordinary Days and Mr. Gwon himself are poised to take this industry by storm sooner rather than later.
Ordinary Days continues through June 27 at The Loft.
The Human Race Theatre Company’s executive director Kevin Moore & Ordinary Days composer/lyricist Adam Gwon were recently featured on MusicalWorld discussing the journey that Ordinary Days took to Dayton, Ohio:
Additional Local Theater News:
Opening This Weekend: BCT’s The Who’s Tommy
Beavercreek Community Theatre wraps up its 2009-2010 season with the classic 60s rock opera “The Who’s Tommy.”
Pete Townsend’s tale of a young boy, who becomes catatonic after witnessing the murder of his mother’s lover by his father, will be presented at 8 p.m. on June 18, 19, 25 and 26 and at 3 p.m. on June 20 and 27.
The show includes many hits by The Who including “The Acid Queen,” “Pinball Wizard,” “Sensation,” “We’re Not Gonna Take It.” “See Me, Feel Me” and “Listening to You.
Matt Curry of Dayton portrays the adolescent Tommy. His parents are played by Dean Swann and Lynn Kesson, also of Dayton. In additiona, the cast includes Matt Owens of Beavercreek, Megan Vonder Kolk and Megan Grabiel of Fairborn, Rick Burnette of Huber Heights, Jillian Varner of Bellbrook, Malcolm Walker of Sidney, T.C. Schreier and Nick Moberg of Springfield, Leah Kushmaul and Montana Iverson of Springboro and Dayton residents Mike Stockstill, Aiden Kesson and Jenna Burnette.
The show, directed by Chris Harmon of Beavercreek, is an Edge of the Creek production, which means it is for mature audiences.
Tickets are $12 for adults and $11 for BCT members, students, and senior citizens. A group discount of $1 per ticket is available to groups of 10 or more purchased at the same time for the same performance.
Beavercreek Community Theatre is located within the Lofino Adult Enrichment and Cultural Arts Center at 3868 Dayton-Xenia Road in Beavercreek.
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For more Information & Tickets, visit:
Ordinary Days (through June 27) Call Ticket Center Stage at (937) 228-3630 or visit http://www.ticketcenterstage.com
The Phantom of the Opera (through June 27) Call Ticket Center Stage at (937) 228-3630 or visit http://www.ticketcenterstage.com
The Who’s Tommy (June 18-27) Contact BCT Box Office at [email protected] or (937) 429-4737 or visit http://www.bctheatre.org
Shane Anderson & David Brush work with locally based Encore Theater Company. ETC recently moved into the new arts collective space in the Oregon District, along with Zoot Theatre Co. & Rhythm in Shoes. Anderson, Brush & ETC are currently in the midst of their summer season of new musicals in downtown Dayton: Johnathan Larson’s RENT, [title of show] & Next Thing You Know.
Casting Call
Beavercreek Community Theatre will hold open auditions for “The Spitfire Grill” at 7 p.m. July 5 and 6 at the theater, located within the the Lofino Adult Enrichment and Cultural Arts Center at 3868 Dayton-Xenia Road in Beavercreek.
Doug Lloyd will direct the show, which will be presented on September 17, 18, 19, 24, 25 and 26. The vocal director will be Dr. James Tipps and the choreographer will be Stacy Gear.
Those wishing to audition should prepare a one-minute Broadway-style song that “shows your belting abilities.”
There will also be cold readings from the script and those auditioning will be taught and asked to perform a short dance number.
For more information call 429-4737, email [email protected] or visit the theater’s Web site at www.bctheatre.org.
Sunday of Caring – Paella Party & Tapas Tasting
El Meson believes in supporting the community. This Sunday, Father’s Day, they will be hosting their 2nd annual Sunday of Caring Brunch from 11am – 2pm. General Manager Bill Castro created this concept last year watching local nonprofits struggle to raise operating funds in a touch economy. “I wanted to do something that would be meaningful and beneficial to some of our great community assets, not just a $1 a meal, but something that could really help these groups raise significant dollars.” The brunch runs $28 and guests will be able to designate $10 to one of the chosen partners: Dayton Art Institute, The Foodbank and AIDS Resource Center Ohio or split in between them all.
Chef Mark Abbott will be demonstrating the art of paella on the patio, cooking up batches of this classic Spanish dish featuring seafood, chicken, pork, pimentos and saffron. The tapas tasting table will feature homemade chicken empanadillas, Pisto Manchego-bread topped with Spanish cheese, garlic and onions, Chilled Gazpacho Soup, Spanish Garbanzo Beans with Chorizo and more!
Reservations are recommended and can be made by calling El Meson at 859-8229. The restaurant is located at 903 East Dixie Drive in West Carrollton.
Do-Tell Records Show Tonight at South Park Tavern
Wednesdays at South Park Tavern are usually reserved for the Rock-n-Roll Play Date, the open mic night we told you about in an earlier post here on Dayton Most Metro. Tonight, however, is an exception. Do-Tell Records is bringing Minneapolis band Off With Their Heads to town along with Dear Landlord (also from Minneapolis). They’ll be joined onstage by local punk band, Raging Nathans. This all-ages show is $7 and gets started around 9pm.
Cityfolk Needs You to Volunteer!!!
It’s a 4th of July Holiday tradition in the Miami Valley, a 3 day world music festival and it needs our help. With less than 3 weeks to go there are literally hundreds of volunteer positions that haven’t been filled for this years Cityfolk Festival, July 2- 4 at RiverScape. Having volunteered for the last few years, I can tell you it’s a great way to see the festival. Last year I worked with some great friends serving up brewski’s just outside the main stage. Our crew was dancing, laughing and having a great time. The three hour shift just flew by. That’s Deb Norris, John North and Arundi Venkayya Cox pictured on the right there midway through our shift! Looks like fun, huh?
Operations, logistics, the merchandise stand, artist hospitality and pop and water sales also need volunteers. So grab your friends, sign up online (you’ll get a groovy free t-shirt for your time). The folks that work at Cityfolk bust their tails all year round to pull off this amazing array of international music, dancing, crafts and more that is perfect family entertainment. Aside from sponsorships, the beer and beverage sales from this weekend fund the year round operations for Cityfolk.
If you’ve ever been to the festival and enjoyed-I implore you to give just 3 hours of your time to make this the best fest ever! I’ll be on Beer Crews Friday and Saturday, come join the fun!
UD Student Breaking Into the Professional Boxing World
Many young professionals get career ideas from their parents, friends or maybe even school professors. Jose Santana Jr., a senior at the University of Dayton, became hooked on boxing at the age of 15 while admiring boxer Felix Trinidad. It wasn’t until he was finishing up high school at Saint Ignatius High School in Cleveland, Ohio, that he realized he wanted to work in boxing for a living.
His dream in working in boxing professionally finally became a reality after his freshman year of college at UD. Taking lessons learned from classes he took freshman year, Santana decided to call a Cleveland radio station to see if any internship spots were available. “The classes I took as a sport management major really taught me how make connections, which sounds easy, but you try picking up a phone and calling a business executive who has no idea who you are and try to make friends with him,” said Santana. “It can be a nerve-wracking thing to do for an 18-year-old.”
He talked to Antonio Castro, who gave him the job of promotions assistant which entailed booking guests, helping plan the show and answering phones.
After writing for a small boxing web site, Santana was able to put together a portfolio and send it to a bigger boxing web site called SecondsOut, which is based out of London, England. After doing this, he was able to secure a writing position for them last June.
Securing an internship is a very important thing to do for college students and some, like Santana, try and get a head start early. The key time to start really looking for internships for the summer would be in the early spring, as companies are looking to fill positions and get training started before students are out of school. Although some companies still look for interns in the summer, it is best to go out and search actively early and often. I can attest to this as I had applied to more than 15 internships for this summer and was able to get interviews for three by applying early and asking about certain programs.
Even though he has clear connections and a job in Cleveland, Santana says he may need a change in scenery if he wants to move up in the boxing world. “The high profile jobs in the industry are located in Florida, New York, California and Las Vegas, so I may have to move to one of those areas.”
Boxing may not be as popular in the United States as it is in other countries, but Santana and his family still embrace the cultural significance that comes with it. Santana, who is of Puerto Rican descent, would often get together with his entire family to watch big fights, and it was a time to enjoy the fight and spend time with family. “I fell in love with the atmosphere and the sport that way,” said Santana.
Santana also works for Antonio Castro’s boxing promotions company called Warner Promotions, which he was able to get after working with him. “Promotions is difficult work where your money is on the line and you are depending on people buying tickets to make a profit,” said Santana. “If you really want experience dealing with all that, you have to jump right in there and an internship is going to be very beneficial.”
“Get to know people who work in your desired industry. That is huge. They know other people who know other people and soon enough you have a whole tree of connections,” said Santana.
Cycling from Dayton to Cincinnati
Several months ago, I discovered that Dayton’s bike trails connect all the way to the eastern suburbs of Cincinnati, a city that I lived in for almost 10 years and loved. I used to bike around the hilly city regularly, especially for the year when I lived over the river in northern Kentucky in the Bluffs, the apartment complex on the hill as you cross the river on the I-75 bridge south. I used to bike down the hill, over the river and through the flat streets of downtown, often stopping at Findley Market for an Italian sausage out of one of those big grills.
I set a big goal: Bike from my home in Kettering, Ohio, to Cincinnati’s Sawyer Point, a beautiful riverfront park right downtown. My best guess was that it was about 80 miles.
To put this in perspective, my longest ride ever was 36.2 miles (home to Franklin and back). The next longest was under 30 (home to Yellow Springs one way). Eighty miles was a big leap.
I set out early last Sunday morning, about 10 minutes before 8 o’clock. Big storms had blown through the night before, and there was still technically a tornado watch for the region when I left. I say “technically” — the watch expired at 9 a.m., but I’d checked the radar, and it showed that the storms had already passed by. With an extra set of clothes, a set of hand-written directions, and some fruit, peanut butter and bread in my panniers, I set out solo from home.
I was familiar with the route from my house to Xenia along the Creekside Trail from a ride last year to Yellow Springs. This morning, I was all alone on it and flying.
Maybe it was the adrenaline of finally setting off. I hadn’t slept well the night before from anticipation, and now I was off. Riding to Xenia is a pretty substantial ride, but today it would be just a drop in the bucket. With the help of a friendly breeze behind me, a slight downgrade and fresh legs, I cruised along comfortably at 20-25 mph pace for a lot of it. I had to slow considerably once for a deer that wouldn’t run off, and I saw more rabbits than I could count. A frog made me practically jump out of my pedals to avoid him.
It was a lovely ride through the woods, past the dragstrip and empty ballfields all the way to Xenia Station. Xenia Station, which I’d seen on maps but never in person, turned out to be a parking lot from what I could tell. I turned right to cut south, and as far as I was concerned, my ride was really beginning. I was a little under the 20-mile mark.
Since Sunday, several people have asked me about my route. I’ll describe parts of it here, but the gist of it is shown in the map at top. All but about 12 or so miles was on shared-use bike paths. I picked up a path in eastern Dayton, rode that to the Creekside Trail, which got me to Xenia. In Xenia, I turned south on the Little Miami Scenic Trail, which took me all the way to the edge of Mariemont in Cincinnati. I got off the trail there and navigated streets for maybe 10 miles.
One of the reasons I was hustling to and through Xenia was that Michelle and Kevin, two friends, offered to ride along with me on part of the ride. They decided to hook up with me in Spring Valley, about 6 miles south of Xenia, and ride south a bit from there. I rode fast to avoid keeping them waiting, though I know they’d have waited happily. The timing couldn’t have been more perfect. I was coming through Spring Valley, wondering where we were actually supposed to meet, when I saw Michelle walking her bike up to the trail. I’d just arrived & they’d just arrived at the same spot. Serendipity…
So, we rode south. This section of the trail showed the worst effects of the storms the night before. Sticks everywhere, a few bigger fallen branches and debris just all over the place. We could also feel the wind starting to shift. Or maybe it was us shifting. It had been coming out of the west, but we increasingly felt it in our faces, not terribly but enough to make us aware of it. We rode two and three abreast at pretty good pace, probably an average of about 16 miles an hour. Along the way, I topped 36.2 miles, making this officially my longest ride ever, even if I didn’t go another foot. By the time we stopped at Fort Ancient about 16 miles south of where we met, I was around the 42 mile mark.
We took a break by Morgan’s Livery, which was hosting a paddle-bike-run triathlon that day, so we were surrounded by some very fit folks in spandex.
A digression: I was wearing for the first time bike shorts. I’d gotten some pretty solid advice that if I was to survive this ride, they were essential for keister comfort. I wore a pair of shorts over them and an old soccer jersey. I’m not much of a physical specimen. Overweight, gray-haired, unshaven. Some days I could play Yassir Arafat in a Lifetime movie. I’m nothing to look at, but here I was surrounded by fit triathletes, the muscle-ratti gathered at a lithe-a-thon. I wasn’t one of them, but I felt good about what I was doing. Kevin snapped a photo of me before I had a chance to sit up straight while Michelle checked my tire size to see whether she could loan me a spare inner tube, just in case.
After a bit of a break, Michelle and Kevin headed back north, and I changed into some lighter, dry clothes now that the sun was high. I took off further south, riding against the traffic of the triathletes.
South from Fort Ancient, the next big milestone was Loveland, but I was getting confused about how far away it was. I’d forgotten the order of towns, and it wasn’t always obvious what town I was in. I was expecting Corwin-Morrow-Loveland, but Morrow took forever, and there was no sign of Loveland for a long, long time. I thought it might be six miles, but those miles went by, then 10, then 15 and still no sign of Loveland.
I was tired, I was alone, I was discouraged and I’d started to wonder if I’d make it all the way. Though I’d gone more than 40 miles and topped my longest ride ever, I knew I had another longest-ride-ever ahead of me. I’d already gone really far. I could call it quits somewhere nearby and still have the pride of a very long ride. I kept pedaling as I thought through it all, adding up more miles.
Around mile 50, somewhere between Morrow and South Lebanon, if memory serves, I heard a tell-tale “ping” and looked down between my legs. My rear wheel, which had just been trued, was going rowr-rowr-rowr, warped all to hell. I’d broken a spoke. Two weeks earlier, I’d broken a spoke, and the warped wheel rubbed against the brake so hard I could hardly pedal it. This time, I kept moving, looking at the path ahead and down between my legs thinking, “Well, I guess that’s it.”
My speedometer also caught my eye. Despite the broken spoke, I was still going 16-17 mph. I wasn’t slowing down at all. I was sore and hurting, but no worse than I’d been 10 miles earlier. “OK,” I told myself, “This is now about whether you’ll refuse to give in.” Marathon runners say the last few miles are all mental. This was now my marathon, and whether I made it was just a question of what I as willing to put up with. Sore back, tired legs, dry eyes — I have all of that but I’m still cruising at 14-16 mph, and my broken spoke isn’t slowing me down.
Looking back, that’s when I really finished the ride, when I decided not to quit unless my bike just wouldn’t go forward anymore.
The wind kicked up in my face now, but it wasn’t like pedaling into a wall. I kept going, moving somewhere between 12-14 mph on average. As I finally got closer and closer to Loveland, traffic on the trail really picked up, and it didn’t let up much until I got off the trail far south of there near Newtown.
Loveland’s a really lovely place for cyclists. The path in town is lined with little cafés, ice cream shops, even a BBQ joint, all right on the trail. It was a lovely oasis and a nice place to stop for lunch. As I ate a banana and a peanut butter sandwich, I called Teresa to update her on my progress. She was with the boys at Ikea, eating hotdogs.
Back on the bike, sore, tired and wondering when my wheel would finally give out, I headed south through Milford and then to Newtown, where the trail portion of my ride ended. There were no signs, but I’d studied the map enough to know Newtown Road overhead when I saw it. My odometer read about 70 miles. 70-damn-miles. Me. You’ve seen the photo above, right? I mean, c’mon. That guy rode 70 miles.
When I got off the trail, I was euphoric. This was the home stretch. I had only about 10 miles to go, and I would be riding on streets I know in a city I love. I’d go west through charming Mariemont, turn south to go past Lunken Airport and then west through Columbia-Tusculum, where I’d ride right in front of the last apartment I had in Cincinnati, a charming duplex with a vestibule and lovely tilework. Once I hit my old apartment, I had 3.8 miles left. I can bike that in my sleep, no matter how tired I am. Getting off at Mariemont meant I’m practically there.
I rode off the bike trail, and staring at me on Wooster Pike above was a huge friggin’ hill. Uphill. Probably about .25 miles long, not miserably steep but a very steady climb. I steeled myself and started climbing. Ugh. But there was no question of quit now. I was too close. My wobbly wheel was still turning. I wasn’t calling for a ride from here.
I made it up the hill at about 5 mph and through Mariemont, then through the industrial zone to Lunken Airport, where I used to hit golf balls at the driving range. Through here, I had to keep pulling my directions out of my pocket to avoid a wrong turn. I didn’t need any extra distance, even tenths of miles. My directions were in a plastic bag, along with two $5s, my driver’s license and my health insurance card (Teresa’s suggestion). I stopped in the shade of a tree to phone Teresa again and let her know I was getting close. After we got off the phone, I reached into my pocket for my directions, but nothing. They were gone.
No directions, no license, no health card, no $10. Damn. I checked my other pockets, my panniers, but nothing. I called Teresa back.
“I think I have a problem,” I told her.
“Can you go back and see if you can spot it?” she asked.
“I’ll try,” I promised.
I wasn’t happy with myself for being so careless, but I turned my bike around and started riding back along the route I’d taken, away from Sawyer Point. I knew I had limited energy, and I was using it to go the wrong direction. I went back about half a mile and saw nothing. It was a fool’s errand, and I was being a fool. I wasn’t going to find it, and I couldn’t change that. I didn’t need the directions anymore because I knew the way. So I turned back around and rode past Lunken a third time.
I started having weird trouble with my gears. At one point in my fruitless search, I had shifted to the smallest gear on the back wheel, and my chain came off. I downshifted and caught cogs again, but it all felt very chunky. I shifted back and forth as I rode from Lunken to Eastern Avenue, trying to figure out what was up and discovered I had only two or three cogs in the middle of the rear gears that I could reliably use. Broken spoke, and now something wrong with the gears. My derailer seemed bent out at a weird angle too.
But my wheels were still turning when I pedaled. At this point, I was less than six miles away. I was holding up better than my bike. It was limping along, but I kept going.
I limped past my old apartment on Eastern Avenue, which came up a lot quicker than I’d remembered, and turned onto the last road I’d take: Riverside Drive. 3.8 mostly flat miles along the river to Sawyer Point. I looked at my odometer. It read 84 point something. I started to tell myself, “It won’t hit 89.”
I could see the I-471 bridge, which runs right through Sawyer Point. I’d ride right under it to get to the large green lawn in front of the amphitheater where I planned to end. I could see the bridge getting closer. I topped 85 miles. “I won’t hit 89 miles,” I kept repeating to myself.
And I got closer and closer. 86 miles, 87 miles, 88 miles. “I won’t hit 89.”
And I turned left into Sawyer Point. There were people everywhere — families, kids, motorcycle cops, a clown on stilts and a DJ playing the chicken dance and the hokey-pokey. I’d made it.
I rode toward the giant lawn in front of the amphitheater, and not 50 feet before it, I carelessly tried to change gears to get up a slight rise. My chain completely locked. My pedals would not turn. I had to get off and walk the last damn 50 feet. Then I collapsed in the grass, deliriously happy. This is the picture I took laying there, the only one Teresa or I thought to take that afternoon.
I called Teresa, who’d just arrived with our two sons. The boys came running to me on the grass when they saw me, and I unexpectedly choked up a little. It was very sweet. It reminded me of myself at age 8 running to my dad at an airport in upstate New York. An Air Force serviceman, he’d been stationed in Korea for a year, and I wore funny goggles to the airport to welcome him back.
After a few hugs, I laid on the grass awhile while Teresa took the boys around. All the people were at Sawyer Point for something called Kidsfest. What luck. They had some fun on the inflatable bouncies and playground, and I laid on my back and rested my legs. Then we walked to the car, put the bike in the back and drove an hour up the interstate to home.
88.49 miles, 6 hours & 18 minutes on the bike, a little more than 7 hours total. My house to Sawyer Point. Check.
Addendum: The next day I was shocked not to be sore. I was a little tired but otherwise normal. My bike was much worse for wear than I was. In addition to the broken spoke, I discovered I’d broken off the smallest cog of the gears on my rear wheel. I had eight cogs but arrived with seven, and those seven were wobbling back and forth in the extra space. The broken cog and chain trouble also stressed my rear derailer to the point that I’d bent it all out of whack. Instead of being parallel with the wheel, it stuck out at about a 30 percent angle. And the bike was filthy, as I was. I’ve since showered, and the bike’s in the shop. A good Samaritan mailed my license, health card, directions and $10 back to me the next day. His daughter had found it at Lunken Airport. Nice people in this world.
2 Audience Favorites Are Leaving THE NEON
Hello Everyone.
Just a couple quick notes. Two films that audiences have been loving are heading out. Thursday will be your last chance to catch CITY ISLAND and BABIES at THE NEON. For showtimes, please visit www.neonmovies.com.
On Friday, we will open PLEASE GIVE – the new Sundance hit from Nicole Holofcener – starring the fantastic Catherine Keener.
Tickets for Thursday’s screenings of PATRIK, AGE 1.5 are starting to move. If you want to attend the screening with the panel discussion (7:00pm), I’d recommend getting your ticket in advance or arriving earlier than usual. (There are still plenty of tickets left for the 9:40 screening.) Click the poster below to find out more about the film – winner of the San Francisco Frameline Film Festival’s Audience Award in 2009.
Thanks for your continued support of THE NEON
We hope to see you soon!
Jonathan
“Real Person” Review Provided at JumpstART
So, do you ever wonder what YOU would think of a concert, theatre performance, or art opening? It seems like the people who review these things professionally are just that – professionals who already love the stuff. So – their complaints are so specific and detailed that the review is above your head or when they like it it seems like they they know so much about the history of the show and all the actors – it’s like they’re laughing at inside jokes. What about the rest of us? What about if you’re wondering if this would be a good date night and what you have to wear? Check out JumpstART‘s reviews of local arts events. Most recently posted – Arts Jumper SP comments on Ordinary Days at The Human Race Theatre Co.
http://www.facebook.com/notes/jumpstart/review-ordinary-days-a-musical/434082364852
Did you see the show yet? What do you think?
YP Round-up: Week of June 14
June is hoppin’ with opportunities specific to YPs who want to get involved. There’s a pretty wide range of options – everything from education and networking to socials and meetings. You can do something every night Monday through Friday this week.
Monday, June 14: The Montgomery County Young Republicans have their meetings on the second Monday of each month at the BW3 at Town and County in Kettering. Want to get involved with the Republican campaigns and meet other like-minded YPs? Check them out at 6:30 PM.
Tuesday, June 15: Generation Dayton hosts their monthly Business and Breakfast at the Cracker Barrel at 5770 Wilmington Pike in Centerville from 7-8 AM. Breakfast is at your own expense, but it’s free to attend! RSVPs requested.
Wednesday, June 16:
Dayton Urban Leage Young Professionals host their general meeting – but it’s so much more than just talk! Free to members and $5 for non-members – here’s what you get in June. Professional development speaker Mr. Jose “Rafi” Rodriguez, President of the Greater Dayton Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. And the second installment of “The Reel World: A Black Film Series.” Up this quarter – it’s a viewing of the local hit – The Last Truck: Closing of a GM Plant documentary. And they end the night with some ice cream to kick-off summer and thank everyone for their participation in the National Day of Service. Yum! It happens from 6:30-7:45pm at the Dayton Urban League in the Fifth Third Room.
The Miami Valley Regional Planning Commission is coming to share information and ask for your feedback. This is a valuable way to be a part of the discussion on the future of land use in the Miami Valley. Hosted by Gen D at SideBar – all YPs are encouraged to come. Free to attend, but dinner and drinks at your own expense. Learn more here or here.
Thursday, June 17 – A busy, busy, busy day:
HYPE hosts their 3rd Thursday Social at The Caroline in Troy from 5:30-7:30 PM. This is a social mixer to meet up with other YPs in the Northern Miami Valley, learn more about HYPE, and have some fun.
The Montgomery County Young Democrats host their spring mixer at Franco’s Italian Restaurant on 5th Street near the Oregon District from 5-7 PM. Want to learn more about how to get involved in the upcoming campaigns, talk to like-minded YPs, meet David Pepper (candidate for State Auditor), and learn more about this politically engaged group? Check them out this Thursday.
Updayton – the organization dedicated to attracting and retaining young, creative talent is hosting an Action Plan Launch Update. Whether you made it to the Young Creatives Summit or not – this is your opportunity to learn about the projects that YPs determined as most important for the region. Hear about their progress, sign up to volunteer, and see the action that is being taken to make the Dayton region exciting for all of us. The event is at the Cannery Art and Design Center (E. 3rd Street) at 6 PM with a stop at Therapy Cafe afterward. More info on the day and how to RSVP here.
Friday, June 18: HYPE offers the second of four installments in their Wine Education Series. 6-7:30 PM at the Piqua Country Club. Join Sunny Brown, International Brand Manager for Vanguard Wines of Columbus, OH, and learn how European wines earned their status as well as what makes them different from other wines. Register in advance by emailing Kara Foster, Professional Development Chair, at [email protected]. (Deadline for advance registration is the Tuesday prior to the event). Cost: $25 per session (advance registration) / $35 at the door
Looking for some fun this weekend?!? Check out the DMM calendar for lots of great music, arts, party, and fun options.
Dayton Sports Weekly Update: 6/14/2010
Good Morning , here are last weeks sports stories from Dayton Ohio, just in case you may have missed them:
The Dragons did pretty well this last week. Though they didn’t see any action at home, they did win 4 games out of 6 including a double header this last Saturday that resulted from a postponed game on Friday against the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers. In the first game of the day, the Dragons managed their second shutout game of the year as well as their largest margin of victory by defeating Wisconsin 10-0. Outfielder Cameron Satterwhite has been on fire this year, hitting .476 over the last 10 games and .375 for the season. He had hits at his first three at bats during the first game of the double header, and achieved his first professional home run that night. Starting pitcher Jacob Johnson won his third straight decision, with 5 scoreless innings; Chase Ware and Jason Braun finished up the game. The Dragons started the second game of the double header by taking the lead in the third inning with a 3 man home run by Chris Richburg (.258). Wisconsin fought back later in the game but never regained the lead.
As I had hoped, the Dragons made a good drive against some less prominent teams in the league but dropping two against Beloit helped them get above .500 this week. Fort Wayne is up early this coming week, but the Dragons still have a good chance at starting strong against them. The Dragons have won 4 of 6 games against the Tin Caps this year, including a three game sweep in early May. This weekend however 5/3rd field will expectantly be packed for a series against the Great Lakes Loons. The Dragons have only played the Loons one other time this year, splitting a four game series 2-2. The Loons have a dangerously good win percentage while playing away (almost .700), so the Dragons need to keep on their feet and show the Loons who’s house it is.
There hasn’t been too much word from the Gems in the last week, and we’re still waiting on the announcement of who is going to actually coach the Gems next year but all was not quiet on the hockey front. As the merger between the CHL and IHL continues to develop, two IHL teams have announced they will not be playing next year: The Flint Generals and the Port Huron Icehawks. Including 13 returning teams from the CHL, that will make for a total of 17 teams to be split into two conferences. These haven’t been decided yet but most likely Dayton will still be playing it’s three adversaries of the IHL from last year. Last time I noted that Dayton is unlikely to continue busing it’s team from game to game, but upon examining the likely conference alignments, there is a pretty good chance few flights may ever be scheduled unless they end up making it to the playoffs. This is definitely positive, but it will mean The Gems will have quite a few long rides ahead of them in comparison to last year. Still, if they were playing in the ECHL, it would be the same story. Here is hoping these two leagues can come to an agreement quickly on how to merge together before the seasons starts.
The Dayton Dutch Lions started last week with their first loss of the season. An uneasy loss of 4-1 against the Indiana Invaders on Wednesday could have meant signs of trouble, but the Lions found redemption back at their home field against the Toronto Lynx three days later on Saturday 2-0. Whatever it was they put in those boys’ coffee that morning most have done the job because they out shot Toronto 14-4. Mounting frustration and unnecessary tackles from Toronto was awarded with 5 yellow cards and an ejection of their coaching staff. I was at that game and the swears coming off the field from Lynx players were loud enough to silence the crowd in the stands. Their aggravation was palpable, needless to say. It only mounted as the second goal from the DDL would come late in the second half as Steven McCarthy pitched the ball back into play near the Lynx goal and with a confounding luck and lack of an organized defense by Toronto, managed to fling the ball right into the net. The game paused around the 85th minute for inclement weather, but was resumed only 15 minutes afterwords, and the Lions took home the win before the clouds opened up that night.
The Lions have 3 games over the next 6 days. As stated last week, they will be travelling to Rochester NY for the first match against the Rochester Rhinos in the US Lamar Hunt Open Cup. On the 17th they’ll play The Cleveland Internationals, and Saturday will be back in town to face The Columbus Crew of the MLS at Baujan Sports Field. Buy your Tickets. Good luck Lions!
I will squeak out a few headlines here:
Several Wright State Baseball players have joined the professional ranks during this years draft. Gerald Ogrinc has signed as a free agent with the Milwakee Brewers and Alex Kaminsky has signed with the independant Northern League. Relief Pitcher Greg Robinson signed with the Arizona Dimondbacks, and second basemen Aaron Fields was drafted by the Cleveland Indians. Not a whole lot else floating around in Raider territory at the moment but congratulations to all those guys.
Last week I had mentioned two track athletes that were competing in the NCAA track and field championship this year. Some news here about how they did. Katie Nagoette finished 17th overall in the pole vault. Junior Mallory Barns placed 19th in the hammer throw and is Dayton’s first ever All-American in track an field. This is a dry spell for any collegiate sports, heck the next date listed on the Flyers page is in August, so that will tell you how quiet the summer can be. Still, as I mentioned before, things will start to pick up for both the Flyers and the Raiders in the next few months, but for now, I humbly pass along the news that is passed to me.
Take care for another week. There will be great games going on in Dayton next weekend with both the Dragons and the Lions, so what are you waiting for? Get to a game!