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Funk Tuesday with Cooley The Curator

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Do you like funk music? Do you got the funky face when you hear funk music. Well you don’t want to miss this special engagement. Cooley the Curator will be here playing your favorite, obscure, new and old funk. From Roger to the Ohio Players, from Stimulator Jones to Dam Funk, Cooley the Curator will definitely give you a funky eargasm. Guaranteed. No cover charge.

HVO Sunday Brunching!

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Join us at HVO for a Sunday Brunch Buffet sure to leave you absolutely STUFFED!!
Time slots for seating: 10am, 11am, 12pm, and 1pm
*Please choose which time slot you plan on attending when purchasing your ticket!
Live Music during Brunch inside the Market Barn with.. 

11/14 – Ethan & Joey
11/21 – Grady Burton

Sunday Brunching Menu:
Cold Items:
Spring Chopped Salad
Chopped Fresh Fruit Bowl
Waldorf Salad
Fresh Baked Goods Station:
Fresh Baked Breads, Small Turn Overs, Mini Muffins, and Mini Cakes
Hot Selections:
Scrambled eggs
Frittata
Home fries
Biscuits and gravy
Breakfast Sausage
French Toast Casserole
Spiral Ham
Chicken Alfredo
Vegetable Lasagna
Scalloped Potatoes
Seasonal vegetables
Tickets: $25.00 Adult $13.50 Child
*All beverages priced separately!

Dayton Book Fair Celebrates Fifty Years This Weekend

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Fifty tons of books each year. Fifty years of commitment to the community, the Dayton Book Fair celebrates its return this weekend, November 12th through November 15th, after a year dark due to the pandemic. All week the Montgomery County Fairgrounds is a hive of activity as an army of volunteer workers unpack more than 2000 cartons of books, making sure each book is in its proper place in one of 90 categories.

On Friday morning, the doors will open at 9 am on a landscape of books, puzzles, CDs, vinyl records, board games, and art. Admission on Friday is $10. Most books are unit priced ($1-$2 per book) with a special section set aside for collectibles.

Hours on Friday are 9 to 7. Saturday and Sunday the sale runs from 9 to 5, and admission is free. Sunday is “bag day”— everything you can fit in a bag for $7.50, and on Monday—they will again offer their renowned “Clean Sweep”—from 8:30 a.m. until 11:30 a.m., pay just a dollar to get in and take away as much as you want.

The sale is Ohio’s largest of second-hand books, all of which come from donations made during the year. Each year the sale benefits three different local nonprofits, and this year’s beneficiaries are the Dayton International Peace Museum, the Xenia Area Community Theatre, and Community Voices, a project of WYSO public radio.

A past book fair

The Dayton Book Fair has provided grants to 20 different organizations, raising more than two million dollars over the last fifty years. “It is entirely a volunteer effort,” said the Book Fair Foundation’s executive director, Larkin Vonalt. “We are staffed all year long by a tireless group that makes all of this possible, collecting, sorting, and pricing books. This could not happen without their efforts and we can never thank them enough.”

“The mission of the Book Fair Foundation is to keep books in the hands of readers and to that end, they provide books to other organizations, fund grants to other community organizations, and serve as a meaningful place where people can donate their books,” Vonalt said. The organization will pick up large donations, or any size donation from people who are unable to bring their books to the Foundation office at 2181 Embury Park Road. For more information, see their website at www.daytonbookfair.com. `

Our Lady of the Rosary Church Fish Fry

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All you can eat Icelandic cod, chicken strips, fresh sausage (hot and regular), French fries, salad, cole slaw, cabbage and noodles, Joe’s famous deserts and as always…popcorn, ice cream, coffee, beer and soft drinks.
Remember, Chef Joe and the crew makes everything from scratch so it is always fresh and delicious!
Raffle prizes and 213’s available at each fish fry.

Live Music is back at The Brightside with a 2021-2022 concert lineup

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The Brightside Music & Event Venue has announced their 2021-2022 concert season (listing below), which will run from November 2021 through early April 2022. The season offers a mix of concerts ranging in genre from jazz to metal, dinner theater, shopping events, burlesque, drag and wellness events.

The Brightside is a newer venue downtown, opening in the spring of 2019, just a year before the covid shutdown. After years of sitting in disrepair, the multi-purpose event space was rehabbed by local artists Carli and Hamilton Dixon

The venue hosted a mix of entertainment and private events their first year. During the covid shutdown, they didn’t stop working. While the building was empty, they took the opportunity to continue improving the space, by adding a second-floor loft and giving the exterior a facelift.

Financially, covid was very tough on independent venues across the nation. Pivoting to weddings helped the team make it through the shutdown. Through it all, the team has remained passionate about getting back to live music and public events.

“We were so grateful we got to host some really memorable concerts this summer,” Libby Ballengee, the venue’s event creator shared with us. “However, we’ve collectively decided that our time to shine is autumn through spring when the big outdoor venues like Levitt, Fraze, and Rose are closed for the season. We’re excited to host to bring Dayton audiences amazing up-and-coming national and local acts.”

The Nth Power performs at The Brightside on Nov 9, 2021.

The Brightside kicks off the season on Tuesday, November 9th with a very funky dance party featuring The Nth Power, a sensational trio born out of New Orlean’s Jazz Fest. They’ll be paired with Ernie Johnson From Detroit, a 10 piece afro-funk-rock band that is known for their electric on-stage energy.

Their season also features annual events with Ekoostik Hookah, Scythian, The Werks, and Miss May I, two all-day music festivals, and the Dayton Battle of the Bands. This season includes Sunday evening Dayton Dinner Theater engagements, with live jazz, dinner, and a cult favorite film.

“The winter gets so dark and depressing, I like to host events that lift people’s spirits, including my own!” John Boucuvalas, Dayton Dinner Theater’s owner told us.

Ballengee told us that more dates are to be confirmed soon yet. “We’re not done booking yet, so look for more dates to be announced! We may have a big show over the summer, here or there, but by and large, we’re going to enjoy our summers along with everyone else!”

Ekoostik Hookah performs at The Brightside on Nov 19, 2021.

They’re also focused on providing a safe, indoor experience. The venue has installed UV-C air sanitation filters in their HVAC units. There are also asking guests to wear masks unless a patron shows proof of vaccination, negative covid test, or antibody test result.

Tickets and information for The Brightside events can be found at https://www.thebrightsidedayton.com/event-calendar. See list to date of events planned below. Note: Not all events tickets are available for purchase yet.

The Brightside is located at 905 E 3rd St in downtown Dayton and has free, on-site parking.

 

2021-2022 The Brightside Season

Ernie Johnson From Detroit performs at The Brightside on Nov 9, 2021

Tuesday, Nov 9, 2021 – Power Funk from The Nth Power & Ernie Johnson From Detroit

Sunday, Nov 14, 2021 – “A Night in Paris” featuring Howard Hewett & fashion from Curvy Kouture

Thursday, Nov 18, 2021 – Jazz Fusion with Jonathan Scales Fourchestra

Friday, Nov 19, 2021 – Ekoostik Hookah with special guests Subterranean

Sunday, Nov 21, 2021 – Dayton Dinner Theater premiere featuring Star Wars & live jazz

Friday, Nov 26, 2021 – Celtic Rock with Scythian and Arbo

Saturday, Nov 27, 2021 – The 10th Annual Werksgiving Celebration featuring The Werks and Dustin Smith & The Daydreamers

Friday, Dec 3, 2021 – Soul-Reggae-Funk Dance Party with Jah Sol and Solistic

Scythian performs at The Brightside on Nov 26, 2021

Sunday, Dec 5, 2021 – Daytime: Katrina Reelfish Presents a Holiday Drag Brunch

Evening: Dayton Dinner Theater featuring Christmas Vacation & live jazz

Friday, Dec 10, 2021 – HoliDayton

Sunday, Dec 12, 2021 – Dayton Dinner Theater featuring Elf

Friday, Dec 17, 2021 – Miss May I with special guests TBA

Thursday, Jan 13, 2021 – Dayton Battle of the Bands – Round 1 featuring Funk, Rock’n’roll, & Jam

Sunday, Jan 16, 2021 – Dayton Dinner Theater premiere featuring Wizard of Oz & live jazz

Thursday, Jan 20, 2022 – Dayton Battle of the Bands – Round 2 featuring Hip-Hop, R&B, & Soul

Jah Sol performs at The Brightside on Dec 3, 2021

Thursday, Jan 27, 2022 – Dayton Battle of the Bands – Round 3 featuring Alternative, Punk, & Metal

Sunday, Jan 30, 2022 – Dayton Dinner Theater premiere featuring The Princess Bride & live jazz

Thursday, Feb 3, 2022 – Dayton Battle of the Bands – Round 4 featuring Folk, Americana, & Singer-Songwriter

Friday, Feb 4, 2022 – Punk Rock Prom with Nightbeast, Safe Money, & Knavery

Sunday, Feb 6, 2022 – Dayton Dinner Theater featuring Caddyshack & live jazz

Thursday, Feb 10, 2022 – Dayton Battle of the Bands – Round 5 featuring Dance, Electronic, & Experimental

Monday, Feb 14, 2022 – Valentine Day Dinner & Jazz with the Blue Heron Trio

Thursday, Feb 17, 2022 – Dayton Battle of the Bands Finale

Friday, Feb 18, 2022 – Femme Fatale Dayton Burlesque Revue

Friday, Feb 25, 2022 – ENMY with special guests TBA

Blue Heron Trio performs at The Brightside on Valentine’s Day, 2022

Saturday, Feb 26, 2022 – Sound Valley Winter Music Festival – featuring the winner of the Dayton Battle of the Bands

Sunday, Feb 27, 2022 – Dayton Dinner Theater featuring Airplane & live jazz

Saturday March 5, 2022 – Mardi Gras Extravaganza featuring Solistic & special guests

Sunday, March 13, 2022 – Daytime: Venus Rising Wellness Workshop

Evening: Dayton Dinner Theater featuring The Holy Grail

Sunday, March 27, 2022 – Dayton Dinner Theater featuring Napoleon Dynamite

Sunday, April 10, 2022 – Dayton Dinner Theater featuring The Big Lebowski & live jazz

Tickets and information for The Brightside events can be found at https://www.thebrightsidedayton.com/event-calendar. See list to date of events planned below. Note: Not all events tickets are available for purchase yet.

 

 

 

 

Another Bourbon Lottery Has Started

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Ohio Liquor is conducting an online lottery to give as many Ohioans as possible a chance to purchase a bottle of O.F.C. Bourbon 1993 ($2,499.98 plus tax), Double Eagle Very Rare ($2,000.00 plus tax), Michter’s 25 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon ($1,000.00 plus tax), King of Kentucky ($249.98 plus tax), and Old Forester Birthday Bourbon ($149.98 plus tax).

Entries will be accepted through 11:59 pm on November 15. You can enter here starting on November 8.  As always, the lottery is limited to one entry per person, and you are only eligible to win the right to purchase one bottle. You must be at least 21 years old and a resident of Ohio to enter the lottery. Military service members stationed in Ohio are also eligible to enter.

Required Entry Information:
    • Ohio Driver’s License Number / Ohio Identification Card Number
    • First Name
    • Last Name
    • Street Address
    • Date of Birth
    • Email Address
    • Preferred OHLQ store location for purchasing the product if you win

Once you have submitted your entry, a six-digit ticket number will be displayed on the registration page and emailed to you after a successful submission. Keep that number handy as it will be used for verification if you win. Winners will be notified in late November using the email address entered with their submissions. The list of winners and their corresponding ticket numbers will also be posted on the Ohio Liquor website.

The Ohio Bottle Lottery is limited to one entry per person. There is no cost to enter. Winners have the right to purchase one bottle at retail. Bottles are for personal use, not for resale. Bottles available for purchase will be determined by Ohio Division of Liquor Control staff. Entrants must be at least 21 years old and an Ohio resident to enter and win. Entrants acknowledge that their information becomes a public record subject to possible public release under Ohio’s public records law. The lottery is not open to employees of the Ohio Division of Liquor Control and their families, employees of JobsOhio or companies in contract with the Ohio Division of Liquor Control’s Agency Operations section and JobsOhio Beverage System, agency store owners and their employees/family members, or the product’s broker and supplier. All entries must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. November 15, 2021. Winners will be notified late November. Winners must purchase their bottle by December 13, 2021, or risk forfeiting the ability to purchase.

2021 Veterans Day Free Meals and Restaurant Deals

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Many restaurants  are extending their thanks to veterans and active duty military personnel by offering freebies and discounts on Veterans Day.  Here’s where the deals are:

Applebee’s — Applebee’s is offering active-duty military and veterans a free meal from a select menu on Veterans Day. Bring along proof of service. Check Applebee’s website for details.

BIBIBOP – Veterans & active duty military  enjoy a bowl on us! To receive this offer, please bring in your military ID to your local BIBIBOP on November 11th.

Bob Evans — On Nov. 11, Bob Evans will be offering veterans and active-duty service members a special menu of seven homestyle favorites free. Dine-in only, beverage not included. Proof of military service required.

BJ’s Restaurant and Brewhouse — BJ’s is offering a complimentary meal from a select menu and a Dr Pepper beverage to all current military personnel and Veterans with proof of service.

Blueberry Cafe – All Veterans with a Military ID will receive a complimentary meal of any one of our signature platters (or up to $10 off any other meal of their choice)!

Bravo– Free entree for all Veterans and Active Duty Members with proof of service.

Buffalo Wild Wings — On Veterans Day, participating Buffalo Wild Wings restaurants will offer 10 free boneless wings and fries for all veterans and active-duty service members. Both dine-in or takeout, but military ID required.

Butter Cafe– Honoring all of the #veterans who have fought for our freedom w 10% off today 🇺🇸
Chappy’s Social House – 20% off for all Veterans today.

Chili’s — Chili’s will offer a free meal from a select menu on Veterans Day with proof of military service. Available for in-restaurant only.

Chop House — Veterans and active military receive a 50% discount off any entrée with a valid military ID on Nov. 11. Dine-in only. Call ahead to your local Chop House if you have any questions about your Veterans Day Discount, or visit the Chop House website for additional details.

Christopher’s Restaurant– Breakfast: 50% off any breakfast entree. Lunch: One free appetizer or dessert with the purchase of any lunch entree. Dinner: One free appetizer or dessert with the purchase of any dinner entree.

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit – ALL members of our Military, in all branches, past and present! Come into your local Dickey’s and enjoy a free Pulled Pork Sandwich this Veteran’s Day.  In store or online for carryout- use code VETFREE.  Must show proof of Veteran Status.

Dixie Dairy Dreem – Free small cone to Active and Retired Military!

Dunkin’ Donuts — On Veterans Day, veterans and active-duty members can receive one free doughnut while supplies last. Please note that not all Dunkin’ locations will participate.

Frickers – We’d like to  show our gratitude and appreciation to all Veterans on Thursday, Nov. 11, 2021 with 10 FREE Boneless Frickin’ Chicken Wings!!! (Dine-in only) Please show current or retired military ID or documentation showing proof of service at time of visit.

Georges Family Restaurant – We are happy to give our Veterans 25% off on Thursday November 11th. Thank you for your service!

Gold Star Chili– Just present any proof* of service and receive a complimentary 3-Way and drink. You proudly served. Now let us serve you.

Golden Corral — Golden Corral is hosting their Military Appreciation Night on Nov. 11 from 5 p.m. to closeing This includes a free “thank you” meal when dining in. Check local outlet for details.

Graeter’s Ice Cream: Offering a free sundae to all veterans and those currently serving in the U.S. Military on Nov. 11. You will be asked to show your ID.

Fazoli’s — Fazoli’s is offering veterans a free regular spaghetti with meat or marinara on Nov. 10 and 11 at participating locations.

Giovanni’s Fairborn – will be offering a complimentary spaghetti dinner to all Veterans. This can be dine in or take out. We are open from 11 am – 9 pm on Veteran’s Day. We do not require reservations but they are encouraged. We also do not require military ID. We thank you and look forward to be able to be of service to you.

Hole N One Donuts – We would like to thank all of our veterans and also those who are currently serving. On the 11th we will be giving veterans a free coffee and one free donut of your choice! All that we will ask is that you show us your ID.

Hooters — All active-duty and retired military, with proof of service, are invited to stop in for a free meal on Veterans Day. The Hooters Veterans Day Menu includes five of the most popular entrées including: Buffalo Chicken Salad, Buffalo Chicken Sandwich, Grilled Chicken Sandwich. Hooters Burger and 10-Piece Boneless Wings.

IHOP — Veterans and active-duty military are being offered free red, white and blue pancakes on Nov. 11 with presentation of a military ID or proof of service.

Longhorn Steak House — Longhorn Steakhouse offers veterans 10% off their entire meal and a free appetizer or dessert this Veterans Day.

O’Charley’s — Veterans and active-duty service members can get a free meal—a $10 value—from a special menu at participating O’Charley’s locations on Nov. 11 with a military ID or proof of service.

Olive Garden — Active-duty military and veterans on Veterans Day can get a free meal, which includes an entrée from a special Veterans Day menu, plus unlimited soup or salad and garlic breadsticks to round out the meal.

Outback Steakhouses — Active-duty and veterans can receive a free Bloomin’ Onion or Coca-Cola product. A 10% discount on meals is available for service members as well as nurses, doctors, medical staff, police officers and firefighters.

Red Robin — Veterans and active-duty military who are Red Robin Royalty members are offered a free Tavern Double Burger and Bottomless Steak Fries anytime through Nov. 14 for dine-in or to-go.

Red Lobster — Active-duty service members, veterans, and reservists can receive a free appetizer or dessert on Nov. 11.

Starbucks: Veterans, servicemembers, and military spouses get a free tall (12-ounce) hot brewed coffee at participating U.S. stores Nov. 11.

Texas Roadhouse — Texas Roadhouse will hand out dinner vouchers at the stores’ parking lots on Nov. 11, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Veterans and active-duty military can redeem their dinner vouchers when the restaurant opens for dinner, through May 30, 2022.

TGI Fridays — On Veterans Day, TGI Fridays is offering a free select lunch for dine-in only (not valid for online, take-out, or delivery) at participating locations with valid military ID between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Third Perk Coffeehouse & Wine Bar – a free brew coffee. Veterans can also receive a $5 gift card when they purchase any item. 

TJ Chumps– 1/2 price meals for all Veterans on Nov 11th

Tuty’s Bar and Grill – Enjoy 2 Complimentary Beef Tacos 🌮🌮 for our Veterans and Active Duty Military today 12pm-10pm

Uno Pizzeria & Grill – Enjoy a free entree or individual pizza. Just show your valid military or Veteran’s

ID- dine in only.

Wendy’s — Wendy’s is giving service members and veterans a free breakfast combo with valid military ID or a Veterans Advantage card from 6:30-10:30 a.m. on Veterans Day.

White Castle: Veterans and active duty servicemembers get a free Combo Meal #1-#6 or Breakfast Combo Meal at participating restaurants. The special offer is valid Nov. 11 for dine-in only. Proof of service is required.

Young’s Jersey Dairy– To show our appreciation for the folks who serve or served our country in the military, November 8-14, all items (except gift cards) will be discounted 20% for active, retired, or reserve Air Force, National Guard, Navy, Army, Marine or Coast Guard personnel and their immediate families at The Dairy Store, The Marketplace, and Udders and Putters. Please show military ID or ID that shows you served in the military to receive discount.

Female staff of Carillon Historical Park Bring to Life an 1831 Wind Malt Coriander Ale.

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The Chicago Brewseum highlights the dynamic culture and innovative history of one of the world’s most vibrant industries.  By using stories of the past and tales of the present, the Chicago Brewseum takes a deeper look into one of the oldest beverages and its power to build community and its importance as an ongoing cultural force. Beer History Week is a celebration beginning with the Beer Culture Summit, continuing with daily programming from colleagues around the country.  On Day 3 Brewseum is partnering with Carillon Brewing Company in Dayton, OH for a historical brew day, celebrating the role of women in brewing history. 
Female staff members of Carillon Historical Park will be taking the lead to bring to life an 1831 Wind Malt Coriander Ale. Family Receipts Or Practical Guide For the Husbandman and Housewife, published in 1831, is the source they will use to recreate this recipe. They will be brewing this version of the recipe with locally produced wind-malt, coriander seed, and hops grown in their living history gardens  on Nov 10 from 11:00am-7:00pm
They have teamed up with  good friends at the Chicago Brewseum to bring you a very special Open House Brew Day celebrating the role of women in brewing history. The brew house will be open to the public for the day to allow guests to get a closer look at the brewing process.
Draft and Cask versions of the special ale will be available for purchase!
Head Brewer Kyle Spears, Lead Brewer Dan Lauro, and Living History Specialist Rachael Spears will be on site all day to chat about all things beer and history. The following special guests will be making appearances throughout the day:
-Liz Garibay – Director – Chicago Brewseum
-Caleb Michalke – Malster/Owner – Sugar Creek Malt Co.
-James Patrick – Copper Smith/Owner – Bucyrus Copper Kettle Works
– David Nilsen- Advanced Cicerone/Beer Writer
-Christine Meyer- Owner- Hopyard 29
Expect drop-ins from multiple Dayton Area brewers as well!

The Nth Power Rocks The Brightside

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The Brightside is proud to host a truly epic evening with The Nth Power and very special guests Ernie Johnson from Detroit! This is truly a “don’t miss” evening featuring the funk-jazz-rock fusion masters!

 

Muffin Making Adventure at Evans Bakery

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In a very special collaboration Evans Bakery is teaming up with St. Anne’s Cheese Co to make muffins.  Guests are invited into this historic Old North business to join the team in a hands on cooking class where they can create their own variety of muffins.  Taking place after normal business hours on Thursday, November 18th from 5-7pm, each guest will leave with a dozen muffins using specialty cheeses from St. Anne’s that include Feta, Chevre, Cheddar and one more that will be revealed that evening to the guests.

You can make reservations online to be a part of this muffin adventure.

 

Five Course Beer Dinner at Yellow Springs Barrel Room

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Guests will enjoy a five-course menu (pictured below) curated by Chef Dane, perfectly paired with rare and exclusive Yellow Springs Brewery beers. Each course will also feature a vegan alternative.
Dane Shipp is an established chef throughout the Dayton area who believes that food is life and always brings a sense of creativity to every plate.
Doors open at 6:30pm, dinner starts at 7:00pm