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15 mile Great Miami Overnight Kayaking Trip

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A two part, Friday and Saturday day kayaking trip with beer, food, and (optional) camping.
Join us for a 15
mile kayaking trip, from West Carollton to Middletown, with at stop in the ‘Burg for the night.
All participants will meet at Star City Brewing, load up in the shuttle, and leave the brewery. Shuttling will start at 5:00 pm on Friday September 8th. We then return to SCB for the evening, eat, sleep, wake-up, eat, and leave again at 9:00 am on Saturday for the second 10 mile leg of the trip.
Ticket price includes cost of kayak rental from Hometown Kayak, shuttling, two adult beverages at Star City Brewing, a camping weenie roast with smores over the fire-pit on Friday night, and finally “kegs and eggs” for breakfast Saturday morning.
Tents and camping on Star City’s lawn is encouraged.
You can skip the fees and purchase your ticket in the taproom. If you would like to provide your own kayak there are $50 tickets available in the taproom as well.

Killer Queen at The Fraze

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Living up to the promise they will rock you since 1993, Killer Queen has won countless awards including “Worldwide Best Tribute Band” and “Best Concert of the Year.” They’ve represented Queen in Bob Geldof’s LiveAid concert, had a residency in the West End, and even scored a number one hit recording the harmonies for “The Real Life” with Fatboy Slim!

Now this wildly successful show is heading to Fraze Pavilion. Looking at their journey so far, Patrick Myers said “The concerts grew and grew and we’ve ended up playing and selling out the same arenas that Queen played at their peak. It’s been quite a surreal ride.”

Described as “Very accurate. Almost frightening… unbelievably similar to the original” – it’s A Kind of Magic how Patrick Myers channels Freddie Mercury!

Ohio Drivers License Renewals Online

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Starting on Monday, June 27th Ohioans will soon be able to renew their driver’s license without having to go to the BMV.

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine announced that starting Monday, June 27, drivers will be able to renew their driver’s license online. Here’s how it will work:

  • Ohioans will go to BMV.Ohio.Gov and click on the “DL/ID Renewal” link.
  • Customers will log in through the state’s OH|ID system
  • Fill out an application and upload a current driver’s license or ID, or a photograph, and one document from BMV’s acceptable document list.
  • Once approved, the credential will be mailed to the individual.

Drivers will also be able to transfer a title when selling a car person to person. The seller can use the Ohio Title Portal, apply to “Add Title” under their name. Once the title transaction has been reviewed and approved by a County Clerk of Courts Title Office, the customer will get a notice that the title has successfully been transferred to them and issued as an electronic title.

“Our administration is dedicated to improving and enhancing the overall customer experience for Ohioans needing to visit the BMV by providing access to innovative options that better meet their needs,” DeWine said in a statement. “In just a few days, Ohioans will be able to renew their driver’s license online, which marks another major milestone in our mission to offer more online services to citizens when they are interacting with the state.”

Starting July 11, a driving knowledge test will be available online in order to get a temporary permit.

Springboro’s Summer Concerts: Practically Petty

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Springboro’s North Park Amphitheatre‘s Summer Concert Series:
Month of June…
Friday 24th ~ Practically Petty: Tribute to Tom Petty from Canada
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All Concerts are Free! Tuesday concerts are 7:00 until 9:00, and Fridays are 7:30 until 9:30 with Concessions by the Rotary Club of Springboro. Additional Concessions and Beer on Friday nights with Local Food Trucks like Craves, El Meson and others. Beer sales support Springboro Wee Panther Football.
Bring Lawn Chairs or Blankets, and your Dancing Shoes.
North Park Amphitheatre has Handicap Accessibility, and is located on Tamarack Trail, off State Route 741 in Springboro, Ohio 45066

Miamisburg Shop Serves Up Coffee & Comic Books

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Owners Adam and Erin Remillard have created a space that celebrates the nostalgia and excitement inherent in the pop culture world of comic books.  Their store, located in historic Miamisburg across from The Plaza Theatre, offers a huge selection of new release, back issue, and collector comics, in addition to trades, graphic novels, and manga for customers of all interests.

They bought the building of Feb 2020 and hoped to open soon after, but in March the pandemic hit and supply chain issues created huge delays. It took them over two years, but they finally opened Monocle Comics & Coffeein March of this year.

Adam, who grew up in Miamisburg, shared “We wanted to have a place where people wanted to come in and actually stay in the shop. So, for us, we’re big coffee drinkers. We’ve always loved coffee. So it kind of made sense to incorporate the coffee world, have a cafe feel to it, but also have the comics piece where people want to come and get their comics, maybe stay in the shop, get a coffee, read their comics. And we really wanted to be that community.”

 

Erin definitely has her focus on the coffee side of the house. They serve up a variety of fair trade organic coffee, espresso and frappes and sweet treats.  A large lounge area toward the back of the store provides comfortable seating for customers to enjoy constant showings of the best in superhero, sci-fi, fantasy, and pop-culture related movies, TV shows, and documentaries.

Monocle Comics & Coffee
22 South Main St.
Miamisburg, OH 45342

Tuesday: 7am – 6pm
Wednesday: 7am – 7pm
Thursday: 7am – 6pm
Friday: 7am – 7pm
Saturday: 8am – 7pm
Sunday:9am- 2pm

Wiley’s Fireworks Comedy Contest

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This is the Thunderdome of comedy with a plethora of contestants entering and only one leaving victorious!

An event so huge, everyone wants to come! Join us for Wiley’s 413th (give or take a few) Fireworks Comedy Contest. Each comedian will give their own five minutes of funny in front of a panel of judges and an equally judgemental audience for a chance to win $1,000!

Come out to support your favorite comedian or just drop in to see the best of what the Dayton comedy scene has to offer!

Celebrating the 150th Anniversary of Paul Laurence Dunbar’s Birth

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On June 27th of 1872, Paul Laurence Dunbar was born in Dayton, Ohio. For this special Dunbar 150 milestone event, Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park along with numerous community partners will honor Dunbar, showcase his contributions to poetry, the arts, music, dance and culture.
Saturday, June 25, 5pm  – Dunbar Sesquicentennial Celebration at the historic Victoria Theatre. Dr. Gene Andrew Jarrett, keynote speaker and author of Paul Laurence Dunbar: The Life and Times of a Caged Bird, will be featured in the celebration along with an entire Dunbar community of entertainers and performers. Dr. Herbert Woodward Martin, Ms. Laverne Sci, Ted Lange, Dayton Contemporary Dance Company, University of Dayton Department of Music, the Tuskegee University Golden Voices Choir, and other special guests will come together for ensemble performances of his masterful work and moving compositions.
 Tickets are just $10 for this 2 and 1/2 hour event featuring poetry, music and dance.
Sunday, June 26 – Paul Laurence Dunbar Birthday Party at the Dunbar House – 1:00 pm– 4:00 pm. Learn more: https://fb.me/e/1uYL9tSGn
Sunday, June 26 – Wright-Dunbar Day neighborhood party – 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm in the neighborhood around the Wright-Dunbar Interpretive Center – 16 S. Williams St. Learn more:
There is also an exhibition inspired by Dunbar’s life and work on display at The Dayton Art Institute now through September 4 (and admission will be free on Sunday, June 26)! This Focus Exhibition showcases artists’ responses to Dunbar, his life and work. It is part of the Dayton and state-wide “Dunbar150 Project,” through which multiple organizations will help shine a light on Dunbar’s literary contributions and help tell the story of his life and legacy.

Ohio State Trademarks “The”

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It’s officially “The Ohio State University.”

The school was awarded the trademark for “the” on June 21. The initial application for the trademark was filed in August of 2019. and that request was rejected.

Here’s what the school had to say about the trademark:

“Ohio State is pleased to have received a trademark for THE on branded products associated with and sold through athletics and collegiate channels. THE has been a rallying cry in the Ohio State community for many years, and Buckeye fans who purchase official Ohio State gear support student scholarships, libraries and other university initiatives,” an official statement from the Ohio State reads. “Like other institutions, Ohio State works to protect the university’s brand and trademarks because these assets benefit students and faculty, and support our core academic mission of teaching and research. Ohio State’s trademark and licensing program generates an average of over $12.5 million annually in revenue for the university, which funds student scholarships and university programs.”

Get ready to see a deluge of merchandise being released soon featuring “The.”

German Wein Tasting

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Tasting includes samples of 8 German weins (or Ohio wein made from Grapes from Germany) including Gewürztraminer, Mosel Riesling, Pinot Noir, Dry Rose, Sarstein Riesling, Dornfelder, Dry Riesling, and an Ohio winery using grapes from Germany. Food pairings include wurstsalat, cheese from St. Anne’s Cheese Co, breads from Good Hands Bread, landjaeger, currywurst, and a Black Forest cupcake. You will also receive a souvenir DLT wine glass.
DLT Members, use your Membership Discount Code during checkout.
The tasting will start at 6:00 p.m. in the Great Hall.
Reserve your spot by pre-paying using this link. https://dayton-liederkranz-turners-inc.square.site/

Free Admission to DAI Sun, June 26th

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As part of its Pride Month celebrations, the Dayton Art Institute (DAI) will welcome all in the community to the museum, free of charge, on Sunday, June 26, with a special Community PRIDE Day, sponsored by Wright State University.

On Community PRIDE Day, the museum will offer free general admission to its collection galleries, as well as the exhibitions Art for the Ages: Conservation at DAI, Van Gogh & European Landscapes, Paul Laurence Dunbar (1872-1906): A Tribute, Fired Imagination: Ancient Chinese Ceramics from the Nancy and Ed Rosenthal Family Collection and The Flower Prints of Katsuhira Tokushi.

There will also be a Skinner pipe organ performance at 2 pm in the Mimi and Stuart Rose Auditorium.

The museum is open from noon to 5 pm on June 26.

 

For more information about planning a visit, go to www.daytonartinstitute.org or call 937-223-4ART (4278).

 

Tuesday Night Is The Taste of The Crossroads

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The northern Miami Valley’s largest outdoor food and beverage tasting event takes place this Tuesday, June 28th from 5-9pm outdoors at the Vandalia Sports Complex.

Will Roberts at the Vandalia Butler Chamber gave us the rundown of who has confirmed they will be there serving up samples:

Frickers
Hooters
Winans
Sister Cities
JD Old Fashioned Custard
CB Cakes and More
Scene 75 pizza

There will also be the following food trucks: Eat my taco, Kona Ice, Let’s Eat and RibNit.

 

Presale Tickets $15.00 available at the VB Chamber office, Abby Credit Union or Digital Cowboy

Day of Gate Admission  $20.00

Children 10 or younger admitted FREE

Beverages are sold separately:

  • Water and Soft Drinks $1.00
  • Domestic Canned Beer $3.00
  • Wine $4.00
  • Craft Beer $6.00

Here’s the Scoop For Fiona’s Sundae Fundae

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creamHere’s the scoop on  Fiona’s Sundae Fundae on Sundae, July 31, 2022

From 6:00pm – 8:00pm you’ll walk around the Cincinnati Zoo for an ice cream sampling where you will be able to see some of your favorite animals enjoying their outdoor habitats after hours.

Upon arrival, guests will receive their Graeter’s Ice Cream passport to show the way to 6 sampling stations located across the zoo.

Graeter’s Flavors to Sample:

  • Lemon Sorbet
  • Black Raspberry Chip
  • Mint Chocolate Chip
  • Dark Chocolate Brownie
  • Midnight Snack
  • Perfect Indulgence Black Cherry Chip (Plant-Based)

Tickets:

NON-MEMBER TICKETS

MEMBER TICKETS

Fiddler On The Roof at the Schuster

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Head to the Schuster Center to see a  fresh and authentic vision to this beloved theatrical masterpiece Fiddler On The Roof this Tuesday through Sunday. Tickets for the show, which runs just under 3 hours range from $26 – $109 and can be purchased at Dayton Live.
The original production won 10 Tony Awards®, including a special Tony® for becoming the longest-running Broadway musical of all time. You’ll be there when the sun rises on this new production, with stunning movement and dance from acclaimed Israeli choreographer Hofesh Shechter, based on the original staging by Jerome Robbins. A wonderful cast and a lavish orchestra tell this heartwarming story of fathers and daughters, husbands and wives, and the timeless traditions that define faith and family.
Featuring the Broadway classics “Tradition,” “If I Were a Rich Man,” “Sunrise, Sunset,” “Matchmaker, Matchmaker” and “To Life,” FIDDLER ON THE ROOF will introduce a new generation to this uplifting celebration that raises its cup to joy! To love! To life!

8-course Gourmet Dinner Fundraiser at The Co

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The Contemporary Dayton (The Co) presents a contemporary gastronomical experience that will take place at the Dayton Arcade’s newly appointed underground “Galleria.” The Art Dinner is comprised of a curated 8-course, small-plate dinner with wine paring featuring Chef Matt DeAngulo and Sommelier Brian DeMarke.

The new fundraiser benefits The Contemporary Dayton’s Exhibition and Education Programs and Miami Valley Meal’s mission to provide fresh thoughtful cuisine to local nonprofits serving the food insecure.

“We are hoping to make new friends interested in the concept of art and food,” states The Co’s Executive Director, Eva Buttacavoli. “Our efforts have really taken off with the addition of unique cookbooks in The CoSHOP and  we are thrilled to partner with Chef Matt and Miami Valley Meals to bring a unique Art Dinner fundraiser to fruition!”

“The Art dinner will bring the best of modern cuisine with the visual beauty of art, science, and exquisite flavor that will entice your imagination and tastebuds,” affirms Chef Matt DeAngulo.

The event is limited to 80 guests with tickets available online for the dinner on Friday, June 24 from 7:30–10 pm at The Contemporary Dayton at the Dayton Arcade, 25 W 4th St.  Complimentary Valet Parking is available.

7:30P

Cocktails in the Galleries
Bartender Sydney Fowler
Intro to the artwork of Beverly Fishman by Curator Michael Goodson

8P

Venture underground via sidewalk “subway” entrance stairs (elevator available)
Dinner & Dessert by Chef Matt DeAngulo
Wine Pairings by Sommelier Brian DeMarke
Tabletop Installation by The Flower Shoppe

MENU SNEAK PEEK:

AMUSE BOUCHE – FORAGE

A chamber vacuumed-cooked morel with salt pork foam-filled helium drippings.

DECONSTRUCTED LOBSTER BISQUE

Butter poached lobster tail, pure corn panna cotta, fresh edamame, frisse, and tomatoes. Paired with a blue cheese beignet for dipping.

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ABOUT CHEF MATT DeANGULO

Chef Matt DeAngulo has been ensuring that Daytonians have full hearts and full stomachs as an Executive Chef for over 20 years and nearly 40 years in the service industry. Formerly executive chef at Citilites, Chef DeAngulo has most recently been using his talents to help provide flavorful dishes to local shelters and food pantries through Miami Valley Meals. Dedicated to feeding the community in this trying time by providing fresh and thoughtful cuisine, Chef DeAngulo honors the dignity of people in need through nourishing food.

ABOUT SOMMELIER BRIAN DeMARKE

Former Restaurant Consultant and member of The Court of Master Sommeliers, Brian DeMarke of Miamisburg is a master of wine and food, having served as general manager and sommelier of L’Auberge restaurant in Kettering from 2007 to 2010. Besides selling specialty wines to small retailers like Dorothy Lane Market and local restaurants, DeMarke takes his expertise to the classroom by offering classes on everything from vintage to types of wine and soils and grapes to companies and restaurant staff members.

Darius Rucker at The Rose

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Multi-Platinum star Darius Rucker has announced plans for a summer run of shows, bringing a who’s who of rising Nashville stars along on 14 dates while also appearing at several fairs, festivals and special events.

The announcement follows Rucker’s recently concluded spring theater tour, which brought the three-time GRAMMY winner to iconic venues across the country he had never previously played, earning rave reviews along the way and setting the stage for a lively summer of music.

“With a six-piece band, he delivered a simple, straightforward, delightful 90 minutes of country and pop, with songs from his solo repertoire and from Hootie & the Blowfish,” noted the St. Louis Post-Dispatch of his show at the city’s Fox Theater. At Detroit’s venue of the same name, the Oakland Press remarked that his “potent” performance was “genuinely special,” while The Boot celebrated his “charm and enthusiasm” on display at New York City’s Beacon Theater while “showcasing his mastery of country music” with his “sheer vocal power” and “roguish charm.”

A 5k run/walk to help support The Humane Society of Greater Dayton

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BRING YOUR DOG! And participate in a 5k run/walk to help support The Humane Society of Greater Dayton.  The race will follow COVID protocols in place at the time of the race.  Don’t miss out on this tail wagging experience!  All participants will receive a Finisher’s Medal.  This year, there are two race distances – a 5k and a 1-mile.  Registrations received by June 4 are guaranteed a T-shirt.

 

For Participant Safety:

Only one dog per runner/walker.  All dogs must be on a leash, no longer than 6 feet. No retractable leaches please. Please pick up after your pet, bags provided. Dogs must be at least 6 months old. Handlers must be at least 13 years old and able to be in control of their dog. Dogs must wear current ID tags and be up to date on all shots. Please do not bring female dogs in season or dogs needing muzzles.

Race Day Check-in: 7:00AM. Chip timing by Speedy Feet. Water stops for dogs.