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Blues & Bluegrass Announced For The Rose

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Blues Rock icon and five-time Grammy-nominated guitarist Kenny Wayne Shepherd has announced his second annual Backroads Blues Festival featuring veteran blues guitarist Eric Gales and NYC-based blues star King Solomon Hicks. The tour will make its way across the US, stopping in Huber Heights, OH on Wednesday, June 7 for a performance at Rose Music Center.

“I wanted to offer a traditional touring blues festival,” Shepherd shares. “One that will give people a chance to see the best of the best all in one place.” The announcement follows a hugely successful inaugural run of the Backroads Blues Festival in 2022, which featured Buddy Guy and Christone “Kingfish” Ingram.

The Backroads Blues Festival is an extension of Shepherd’s award-winning, Platinum-selling 10 Days Out: Blues from the Backroads film and album project, which saw him travel the country with his band and a portable studio alongside the world’s most renowned blues players, as well as some of the genre’s lesser known, but rare and towering talents. Featured artists included Etta Baker, Pinetop Perkins, Honeyboy Edwards, Lazy Lester, Willie “Big Eyes” Smith, Hubert Sumlin, and B.B. King, among others.

 

Greensky Bluegrass is thrilled to announce summer tour dates with special guest Neighbor. This year the band will stop in Huber Heights, OH for a performance at Rose Music Center on Friday, June 30.

 

Greensky Bluegrass are widely known for their thoughtful lyricism, edgy and genre-expansive sound, dazzling live performances and relentless touring schedule.

However, that is only the tip of the complex tale of the five musicians that make up Greensky Bluegrass: Anders Beck [dobro], Michael Arlen Bont [banjo], Dave Bruzza [guitar], Mike Devol [upright bass], and Paul Hoffman [Mandolin]. The five are connected through a deep bond, just as they are seasoned road warriors, they’re a band of brothers who have seen each other through decades of ups and downs, personal and collective highlights, and the moments when life turns it all upside down.

For the past century, bluegrass music has traditionally relayed real tales of American life, struggle, tragedy, and triumph. It gives a voice to the quiet, yet colorful stories woven into the fabric of the country itself. Greensky Bluegrass live these stories through their records and performances.

“Greensky is and always has been very unique in our world,” says Paul Hoffman. “We put our love, energy, and focus into what we appreciate about our music. We come together as a band in a way that’s organic. We take a lot of pride in how we grow and challenge each other too. We’re maturing together. I think we get more Greensky all of the time.”

NEIGHBOR

With a diverse catalog of hundreds of songs, the musical juggernaut Neighbor has become one of the most exciting and unpredictable live bands on the music scene today. Grown in large part by the passion and devotion of the fans called Neighbors, their symbiotic relationship inspires and touches every performance. The creation of childhood neighbors Richard James (vocals, keys) and Lyle Brewer (guitar), Neighbor combines ambitious composition, soulful balladry, and a fearless approach to their lengthy improvisations. The quartet is rounded out by Dan Kelly (bass) and Dean Johnston (drums) who fuel the groove and lay a solid foundation for Neighbor’s “down home” sound. Come see what’s good in the neighborhood.

Tickets will go on sale to the public beginning at 10am on Friday, March 24 at Ticketmaster.com and RoseMusicCenter.com.

 

Cincinnati Zoo Offers Breakfast with the Animals

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Enjoy a unique breakfast experience at the Cincinnati Zoo that includes exclusive keeper chats at your favorite animal habitats! Events take place from 7-9am.

Start your morning with a catered breakfast on the Africa Deck overlooking the savannah.

Menu:

  • Glier’s Goetta, Egg & Cheese on Buttermilk Biscuit
  • Biscuits & Glier’s Goetta Gravy
  • Cream Cheese & Chive Scrambled Eggs
  • Applewood Smoked Bacon (GF)
  • Tater Tot Casserole (GF, V)
  • Cinnamon Rolls (V)
  • Assorted Muffins and Bagels
  • Seasonal Fruit Cup (Vegan)
  • Beverages: Coffee, Orange Juice and Water

Breakfast with the Animals Available Dates:

 

Friday, June 9th  Elephant & Giraffe
Thursday, July 20th Gorilla & Manatee

Friday, Aug 18th Red Panda & Ambassador Animal

After breakfast you’ll then split off into your tour group to visit your first animal habitat where you will meet up with a Zookeeper to hear fascinating stories about their personal experiences, learn fun facts about the animals in their care, and watch your favorite animals enjoy enrichment.

After your first keeper chat, your guide will lead you to another animal habitat where you will meet a second Zookeeper and learn about the animals in their care.Early Entry and parking are included which guarantees your reservation for the Zoo that day.

(Reservations are limited to 80 people; Each tour group will have no more than 40 guests.)

Guests will receive tour group assignments via email prior to the event.

JUST ANNOUNCED: 3 Doors Down Coming To The Rose

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This summer, 3 Doors Down celebrates its sophomore album, Away From The Sun, by hitting amphitheaters in major markets across the US for the Away From The Sun Anniversary Tour. The band will be playing all of the songs from the album throughout the performances, plus all of their biggest hits. The multi-platinum rock band will return to Huber Heights, OH for a performance at Rose Music Center on Friday, July 7.

Away From The Sun features “Here Without You,” which reached No. 5 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and was certified 6x platinum in the US. The lead single, “When I’m Gone,” peaked at number four on the Billboard Hot 100 and spent seventeen weeks on the Billboard Hot Mainstream Rock Tracks chart, becoming one of the longest-running number-one singles.

Special guest Candlebox will be supporting 3 Doors Down on the Away From The Sun Anniversary Tour for what is slated to be the band’s last US tour to promote the 30th anniversary of the band and their final farewell studio album being released later this year by Round Hill Records.

“Away From The Sun has always been a personal favorite of mine because of how much it resonated with our country’s service members,” shares 3 Doors Down’s Brad Arnold. “We are so blessed to be able to celebrate these significant milestones because we were very young making these albums, and we still have so much more life to give our fans.” Arnold continues, “The show we are planning will be next level this year. It’s going to be incredible to have Candlebox on tour with us. I’ve been  a fan of theirs since I was a teenager..“

3 Doors Down will also star in Season IV of television’s most successful nationally syndicated music-driven series, THE SONG, on March 25. THE SONG takes a quintessential look at the indelible legacies of celebrated recording artists and the music that made them famous. THE SONG airs on major network affiliates in 150 markets across the country. Click HERE for more information.

Formed in 1996, Grammy Award®-nominated multi-platinum Mississippi rock band 3 Doors Down consistently captivates audiences worldwide. The quintet’s many accolades include selling more than 20 million albums globally, receiving a Grammy nomination, two American Music Awards, and five BMI Pop Awards for songwriting, including ”Songwriter of the Year.” Their debut, The Better Life, became certified seven times RIAA platinum and was fueled by the success of juggernaut hit ”Kryptonite.” Away From The Sun has been certified five times platinum. In 2023, to celebrate the anniversary of Away From The Sun, the band will play all the songs from the album and all their hits in Amphitheaters across the US.

Tickets will go on sale to the public beginning at 10am on Friday, March 24 at Ticketmaster.com and RoseMusicCenter.com.

 

PRG Blooming with a Purpose Fundraiser

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Join the Pink Ribbon Girls for their Blooming with a Purpose event on Wed, March 22nd to support families suffering breast and gynecological cancers in the Dayton region.

You can support a great cause at PRG Dayton’s first ever Blooming with a Purpose event! Funds raised will support PRG in providing essential services for families battling breast and gynecological cancer in the Dayton region.

Attendees will enjoy acoustic music, charcuterie, mocktails, a flower crown tutorial, the essence of a photoshoot at Furst’s greenhouse, and lots of fun! Individual tickets will be $50.00. This would be a great mother daughter date or best friend date! We encourage you to bring someone special to you!

Pink Ribbon Good provides meals, rides to treatment, housecleaning essentials and peer support FREE of charge to breast cancer or gynecological cancer patients at their time of greatest need.

Please contact Cara Salazar Community Engagement Coordinator, Dayton [email protected] with any questions.

Get Tickets online

Wednesday, March 22 · 5:30 – 7:30pm

Furst The Florist & Greenhouses
1306 Troy Street
Dayton, OH 45404

Yoga & Wine Wednesday

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Announcing our next Yoga & Wine Wednesday in our UpSide Loft! Join us on March 29th with Elesha Snyder for a stretch and some socialization! 🧘‍♀️ Admission is $20 and you can venmo Elesha directly to save your spot!

Paddling Film Festival at The NEON

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The Paddling Film Festival is returning to the historic NEON theatre in Downtown Dayton, Ohio on March 23. Thanks to a partnership with Massie Creek Paddlers, Mudlick Tap House and Bonbright Distributors we are stoked co-host 2.5 hours of the best paddling films of the year.
The films offer something for every interest and skill level of paddling enthusiast; from armchair adventurer, hair on fire whitewater paddler, kayak angler to long distance traveler and conservationist. We have no doubt you will leave the NEON ready to protect our waterways and grab a paddle the first chance you get!
Be sure to join our pre-party at Mudlick Tap House for happiness hour, contests and a group hike led by Surf Dayton to the film festival. Bonbright Distributors will make sure you don’t go thirsty!
Get your tickets online at www.neonmovies.com

23rd Annual Ceramic Fundraiser Soup Dressed Up

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Students and staff have created hundreds of bowls fro you to choose from, each one unique and artistically prepared.  Select a bowl and enjoy bread dessert and soup that have been generously donated from local restaurants.

Enjoy dinner and bid in our silent auction with magnificent works from local artists.

 

 

DQ Free Cone Day!

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Grab a free cone Monday, March 20!

Spring begins on March 20 and the best way to kick off treat szn is with Free Cone Day at a DQ® location. On March 20, stop by your local DQ® location and grab a small cone free of charge. That’s right, the iconic curl you crave is 100% free on March 20. All you have to do is show up and order! And as long as you’re stopping by, check out the rest of the menu and enjoy even more delicious DQ® Treats. Because nothing says treat szn like a classic DQ® Treat.

 

Neil Berg’s 50 YEARS OF ROCK’N’ROLL

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With a cast of stars from Broadway’s greatest rock musicals, as well as incredible rock’n’roll singers, celebrated composer and lyricist Neil Berg shares the often-unknown songs and stories behind the fifty-year history of the music that changed the world!

From the rock and roll of the 1940s, through the glory years of the ‘50s, ‘60s, and ‘70s, up until MTV in the early ‘80s, Neil Berg’s 50 Years of Rock ‘N’ Roll pays tribute to iconic artists including Chuck Berry, Ray Charles, Buddy Holly, Bob Dylan, The Beatles, The Beach Boys, Aretha Franklin, The Who, Janis Joplin, Simon and Garfunkel, Carole King, Led Zeppelin, Stevie Wonder, Elton John, Linda Ronstadt, Billy Joel, Fleetwood Mac, The Eagles, Journey, and others!

Neil Berg’s 50 Years of Rock ‘N’ Roll spotlights the incredible influences and cultures which make up our “melting pot” which poured into the fabric of our music and influenced generations around the world. (Presented by The Springfield Arts Council)

Subway is bringing back its ‘Footlong Pass’

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Subway has announced that it’s bringing back its popular Footlong Pass. This $15 sandwich subscription is a sweet deal for anyone who is obsessed with their footlong subs. With the pass, you can get any footlong sub at 50 percent off its usual price. To purchase a Subway® Footlong Pass, you must be a Subway MyWay® Rewards member.

Those who get the pass are allowed to redeem the promotion once per day for the whole month of April, for a value of $150 – making the pass a total steal. This is a good time to check out the Subway Series menu. There’s a lineup of 12 signature sandwiches ordered by name or number, and passholders will have time and opportunity to try them all.

Subway originally introduced this sandwich subscription deal back in August 2022, with only 10,000 available passes and it sold out in just a six hours. However, now it’s back and there are 250,000 passes available. Though, we still think the passes will go pretty fast, so this will be one to jump on.

The Footlong Pass will be exclusively available for MyWay Rewards members beginning March 21, 2023 at 8 a.m. EST at SubwayFootlongPass.com.

From April 1 to April 30, 2023, access your Footlong Pass in Rewards & Deals section of the Subway® App or online to get 50% off 1 Footlong per day.

“Subway’s inaugural Footlong Pass showcases all of the things our fans crave from Subway: our footlong subs, everyday value and, of course, exclusive perks for loyalty members,” says Barb Millette, Senior Director of Loyalty & Gift Cards at Subway, in a press statement. “The first 10,000 passes sold out in a matter of hours, and while we have 250,000 available this time around, we expect them to go very quickly.”

 

Wright State Theatre presents ON THE TOWN

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Wright State Theatre will present the landmark dance musical comedy, ON THE TOWN from March 17 – April 8 at Wright State’s Festival Playhouse. The production will feature Leonard Bernstein’s full score played by an onstage orchestra, and dazzling dances by guest choreographer, Josh Walden.

Trinity Woolf, Ben Ohnemus

ON THE TOWN tells the story of three sailors on 24-hour shore leave in New York City, at the height of World War II. Exuberant, bursting with youthful energy, optimism, silly humor, romance and exquisite music, Bernstein, Betty Comden and Adolph Green reinvigorated contemporary Musical Theatre when this show premiered in 1944. Though almost 80 years have passed since then, the show retains a freshness and vibrancy that audiences will find undeniably contagious.

John Cuozzo, Melissa Matarrese

Wright State Theatre’s production features a 19-piece onstage orchestra, led by Faculty Music Director F. Wade Russo, that includes students and faculty from the School of Fine and Performing Arts, as well as local professional musicians. This collaboration is a celebration of Wright State’s newly merged Arts programs into the School of Fine and Performing Arts. ON THE TOWN also features exciting new choreography by guest artist Josh Walden. Walden, a long-time Broadway veteran performer (42ND STREET, A CHORUS LINE, LA CAGE AUX FOLLES) directs and choreographs extensively across the US, with notable productions at some of America’s finest regional and off-Broadway theatres. Their visit has brought a level of excitement and energy that student performers will carry with them for their entire careers. Walden says, “All the choreography in ON THE TOWN has to be intrinsically linked to the clear storytelling of 3 sailors on leave for 24 hours in New York City.  From the launch of the ensemble welcoming the sailors with menacing smiles to the many ballets exploring the longing each character feels to connect, every step needs to be essential and deeply connected to want and need.  Now, couple all this with the disciplines of ballet and the stylistic moves of the movie musicals from the 40’s and you have our entire physical score.  And the students at Wright State University have all risen to this choreographic challenge with great skill and a full-body commitment.  ON THE TOWN has proven to be a great representation of their true triple-threat status.”

(left to right) Ben Ohnemus, Tanner Gleeson, John Cuozzo

“ON THE TOWN was a revolutionary musical in it’s time that raised the bar for what a Broadway musical could be in just about every way, while still maintaining an incredible sense of joy, romance and silliness.” says Director Joe Deer. “This new production captures all the energy of that moment and brings it vividly to life in ways that burst off the stage. Most of the characters are exactly the age of our students, who have found a joyful connection with the story that’s thrilling to see in rehearsal. And having a full orchestra and the incredible talents of our students, faculty and staff all harnessed to bring this exuberant show to Dayton is really a dream come true. Our gifted guest choreographer, Josh Walden, has brought a special level of artistry to this production, including four ballets and many other smaller dances that audiences will be dazzled by. I’m truly excited to share this with Dayton.”

Music Director, F. Wade Russo leads the largest musical ensemble Wright State Theatre has ever presented performing one of the musical theatre’s landmark scores. Russo says, “The collaboration between Music and Theatre programs on ON THE TOWN represents Wright State’s commitment to the artistic and professional development of our students.  It gives student musicians the opportunity to work and perform alongside their professors as well as with local professionals to hone their musical skills outside of the concert experience. The score is remarkable. Leonard Bernstein utilizes the jazzy rhythm of Gershwin, the boogie woogie swing style of Glenn Miller & Harry James mixed with the orchestral grandeur of Prokofieff, the contrapuntal precision of Bach and the lyricism of Jerome Kern to reflect the complicated urgency of life in wartime America.  Not unlike Lin-Manuel Miranda’s use of hip hop and rap to make the story of HAMILTON relevant to contemporary audiences.”

ON THE TOWN is directed by Joe Deer (Distinguished Professor of Musical Theatre), choreographed by Guest Artist Josh Walden, music directed by F. Wade Russo (Faculty Music Director) with Scenic Design by Pam Lavarnway (Emeritus Professor of Design), Lighting Design by Prof. Matthew Benjamin, Costume Design by Zoe Still (Instructor of Design) and student Associate Costume Designer Carrie Wieland. Properties are designed by resident Properties Master John Lavarnway, Sound by Department Sound Designer James Dunlap and Technical Direction by Kevin Nedberg (Department Technical Director). The production is Stage Managed by guest artist Nia Burns, with student Assistant Stage Managers Sarah Rowell and Juliette Trumbull. Major support for this production comes from The Musical Theatre Initiative at Wright State University and several private donors.

ON THE TOWN performs from March 17-April 8 (the last week of March will be off for Wright State’s annual ArtsGala). For tickets and information, contact Wright State Creative Arts Center Box Office atwww.wright.edu/theatre or (937) 775-2500

 

Sycamore 10 ish Miler

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Race Day Registration. All participants will be expected to pay on site according to the fee schedule shown below. We recommend that you arrive at least one hour before the race to park, register and warm-up prior to the race start.

FEES:

All Current Members Run for Free (Bring Your Membership Card)

Non-Members:
– $10 for ages 15 and up
– Free for ages 14 and under

Members, you absolutely MUST show proof of membership to be eligible for the member fees! No exceptions! Not an ORRRC Member? Click here to find out how to become a member and learn the benefits of membership.

Minors must have the liability waiver (this is also the registration sheet at the event) signed by a parent or guardian.

RACE DIRECTORS:

  • Dan Cross

VOLUNTEERS: Meet some new friends and have a great time while making a valuable contribution to the local running community by volunteering at this event. If you would like to help, please contact the race director(s) (below), and we’ll be sure to find a job for you!

 

CJ Fish Fry Is Saturday!

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CJ invites you to return to campus for traditional food fare of fish, sausage, sides and desserts hosted by CJ’s Blue Green Club. Enjoy games, a silent auction and sport games on the big screens. Must be 21 or over to attend.
Carryout
Carryout is available from 5-5:30 pm and is $16 per meal (no beverage).
Tickets
$27 day of | $22 online presale
Carryout: $16 presale | pick up is from 5-5:30 pm
Volunteers
This CJ signature community event is made possible by the many parents and community volunteers who contribute two to three hours to help make the event so enjoyable and successful for all guests. A sign-up list will be available soon. Thank you for this tremendous support of the CJ Fish Fry!
Silent Auction
We appreciate the support of those who wish to contribute to the silent auction. If you have an item or service that you wish to provide for the auction, please email Blue Green Club at [email protected]. Thank you!

Tim Hortons Roll Up To Win is BACK

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Tim Hortons’ Roll up To Win is back with bigger and better prizes than before- including a daily $1,000 jackpot! Guests can earn a roll by purchasing hot or cold beverages (excluding espresso shots, fountain drinks and Ready to Drink beverages) and scanning for Tims Rewards with their Tim Hortons app or physical Tims Rewards card in store, or purchasing eligible items on the Tims app or online.

Tims has partnered with renowned brands for prizes this year, including the following:

– A 3-night vacation for four to Universal Orlando Resort, including roundtrip airfare and accommodations
– A 2023 Bronco Big Bend™
– Electronics including Samsung 65″ TVs, Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 tablets, gaming consoles and Skullcandy SLYR® Wired Gaming Headsets
– Subscriptions to the SXM app to stream ad-free music, sports and entertainment
– Subscriptions to The Athletic, providing in-depth, personalized sports coverage
– Thousands of Tims products from free drinks to baked goods and gift cards

Be sure to get as many rolls as you can before the contest ends on April 2!

St Patrick’s Day 3.1 Beer Run

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Happy St. Patrick’s Day!! Celebrate with a 5k run. Drink a beer at every mile. Don’t drink beer? We’ll have a Root Beer option for the non-beer drinkers.
Moeller Brew Barn is the official beer sponsor of the 2023 St Paddy’s Day Brooks 3.1 Beer Run!
**Lots of competitive prizes and door prizes**
Early Early-Bird Registration by 12/31/22 – $30 Includes Event Shot Glass (Plus race entry, shirt, and “aid stations”)
Early-Bird Registration by 1/31/23 – $30 (Plus race entry, shirt, and “aid stations”)
Registration by 2/28/23 – $35 (includes race entry, shirt, and “aid stations”)
Registration after 2/28/23 – $35 (includes race entry and “aid stations”-no shirt)
Registration also available at Can’t Stop Running Co. 321 N. Main St. Piqua, OH 45356
NOT drinking beer or root-beer? Register for the “Non-Competitor” event. If you wish to skip the drinking option we will still get your finishing time, but we’ll remove you from the competitive results of the event and you will be placed in the ‘non-competitive’ division. You will run the course but you will not be required to drink at the stops.

Smashburger Wings BOGO Starts Today

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Smashburger is celebrating March Madness this year with a buy one, get one free order of wings starting March 16, 2023.

Smashburger Offers Buy One Order Of Wings, Get One Free Starting March 16, 2023

The special offer is valid on the purchase of a 6-piece order of wings any flavor:

at regular price online/in-app and in stores with promo code “MADWINGS,” while supplies last.

This offer is available at participating locations on the following dates:

  • March 16 to March 19, 2023
  • March 23 to March 26, 2023
  • April 1 to April 3, 2023

Smashburger’s March Madness BOGO deal is limited to a maximum of two orders per transaction.

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