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April Fool’s Day 5k

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We are not kidding! It may be a fools errand, but come start your 5K season in Miamisburg! It’s a fun and festive event for the whole family! Sign up by March 17 to guarantee your shirt will be 50/50 cotton poly blend t-shirt for the event that will start and end in Community Park.  All participants will receive a finisher medal!

 

Photos and Results – Available at Speedy-Feet.com after the race.

 

On-site Check-In – from 4:30pm to 6:00pm.  Race Start at 6:00pm.  Runners will stay to the right on the path at the start and finish, run up the coned lane on Vanguard and the return on the sidewalk.

Stray Cats To Strut Their Stuff at The Rose

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STRAY CATS – original members Brian Setzer (guitar, vocals), Lee Rocker (upright bass, vocals) and Slim Jim Phantom (drums, vocals) – will rock their way across America this summer when they return to the road for a three-week tour.  The multi-million selling band’s trek will include a stop in Huber Heights, OH for a performance at Rose Music Center on Monday, August 12. They’ll be joined by The Midnight Cowgirls as the support act.

These shows will mark the STRAY CATS’ first performances since the release of their critically acclaimed 2019 album 40 and subsequent reunion tour, which they followed with a live album ROCKED THIS TOWN: FROM LA TO LONDON in 2020.  Concertgoers can expect to hear the band’s signature unparalleled virtuosity and red-hot rock & roll spirit via their classic tunes alongside their most recent material. Their setlists will include massive hits such as “Stray Cat Strut,” “Rock This Town,” “Runaway Boys,” “(She’s) Sexy + 17,” “I Won’t Stand in Your Way” and more.

BRIAN SETZER: “I’ve always said that we all grew up in the same neighborhood, so there’s an instant feeling between us when we play. It allows us to be confident and spontaneous. Man, that’s priceless.”

LEE ROCKER: “With just a string bass, a guitar and a drum, we have always had less instruments and gear, but more rumble, more twang, more shake, and more bang than anyone else. Now’s the right time to bring it back!”

SLIM JIM PHANTOM: “I’m thrilled to be doing shows in 2024 with Stray Cats in the U.S.A.! Playing drums with Brian and Lee in our rockabilly band is the best possible way to spend a summer!”

Tickets will go on sale to the public beginning at 10AM on Friday, March 29 at Ticketmaster.com and the Rose Music Center Box Office.

RAVE REVIEWS FROM THE STRAY CATS 2019 TOUR AND 40 ALBUM:

“It’s was definitely a swingin’, rockin’, and shoutin’ of a good time as the sensational, iconic and legendary band the Stray Cats prowled their way to the Greek Theatre…In no way, shape or form are the Stray Cats showing any signs of slowing down…” -DANIEL SEYUM, Music Connection

“All three are now virtuosos on their instruments, with Rocker and Phantom weaving together intricate rhythms while Setzer delivers wild guitar solos…The simplicity of their setup makes what they do with songs like “Rock This Town,” which becomes an epic anthem live with solos from Setzer and Rocker, all the more stunning.” -Glenn Gamboa, Newsday (New York)

“The beauty of this band is, even their new songs sound old. That’s always been by design. So those brand new tracks fit right into the set with ease.” -Brett Callwood, LA Weekly

“Thanks to Setzer’s wide-ranging guitar vocabulary, the trio has added more “abillies” — jazzabilly, bluesabilly, twangabilly, punkabilly, boogieabilly, surfabilly, swingabilly, even bluegrassabilly. At times Setzer, like Chuck Berry, would switch styles of music in mid-solo Sunday. He truly cut loose on the extended ‘Fishnet Stockings,’ fingers going full speed up and down the fretboard, downshifting to descending lines, jamming in any direction he wanted and, of course, giving Rocker and Phantom moments to solo…” -Jon Bream, Star Tribune (Minneapolis)

ABOUT STRAY CATS

The STRAY CATS, the band that put Rockabilly music back on the record charts in the early ’80s, scored several big hits on both sides of the Atlantic thanks to a striking visual 1950’s style brought “up to date” with exaggerated pompadours and colorful tattoos and as well as genuine musical chops that evoked the best players of rockabilly’s original heyday. Formed by guitarist/vocalist Brian Setzer, upright bass player Lee Rocker and drummer Slim Jim Phantom in the Long Island town of Massapequa, NY, in 1979, the trio shared a love for Rockabilly music. After banging around New York for a few months, in the summer of 1980, and seeing a pompadoured kid on the cover of UK magazine NME, they hopped a plane to London where a rockabilly revival movement was just beginning to emerge. Their massive hits and videos include “Runaway Boys,” “Rock This Town,” “Stray Cat Strut” “(She’s) Sexy + 17,” and “I Won’t Stand in Your Way.”

“Rediscovered Radio: Women’s Voices, Women’s Music in the WYSO Archives.”

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In this new, 6-episode podcast series, WYSO Music Director Juliet Fromholt and WYSO Director of Radio Preservation and Archives Jocelyn Robinson celebrate the work of women musicians and radio hosts in different stages of WYSO’s history. They also critically examine the role those voices played in the local & national music scenes.

In one episode, you’ll hear excerpts
of broadcasts from the Living Arts Center in Dayton, hosted by a local band whose frontwoman was a
major voice in the local roots
music movement.

In another, you’ll learn about the profound effect that Cityfolk founder Phyllis Brzozowska and her WYSO show “A Touch of Gael” had on Dayton’s musical community.

The treasures you’ll discover also include the story of how the station’s long-running “Women in Music” created a space for women musicians in a variety of genres and from diverse backgrounds.

Late filmmaker Julia Reichert credited WYSO with starting her on a media making path. Hear her story on “Making Change,” Episode 1 of the  podcast Rediscovered Radio: Women’s Voices, Women’s Music in the WYSO Archives. Subscribe today wherever you get your podcasts!

Sonic’s New Blackout Slush Float & Free Eclipse Glasses

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Gear up for the eclipse with a cosmic treat! Sonic Drive-In is celebrating next month’s total solar eclipse with a limited-edition beverage – the Blackout Slush Float.

This out-of-this-world drink features a black-colored slush that blends sweet cotton candy and exotic dragon fruit flavors.

It’s a taste sensation that evokes the darkness of the eclipse, topped with a swirl of creamy white soft serve and a sprinkling of galaxy-themed sprinkles in blue and purple.

The Blackout Slush Float will be available nationwide at participating Sonic location starting March 25 through May 5 or while supplies last.

With every purchase of the new drink, Sonic will be giving out free solar eclipse viewing glasses, while supplies last, to ensure customers “safely watch the eclipse and create fun memories.”

To find a Sonic location near you, visit the restaurant’s website

Murder Mystery Dinner Show: “Fatale Flaw”

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The spaghetti warehouse has you covered with dinner and a show! Our all new murder mystery show “Fatale Flaw” is up and running. 3 course dinner and a show 39.99 +tax.

Join Mayhem & Mystery for their newest production. Nora Dezimon and her best friend Cathy Mofitt have hired Sam Shade to find out the truth about Nora’s finacé, Harry Lemon. Is Harry cheating on her? His temper and controlling nature have Nora running scared. Harry thinks Nora is stepping out on him. Can Sam discover the truth? Will Nora escape Harry’s angry clutches? And what secret is Cathy hiding? Can you solve the crime and win a prize?

Shows are 7:00 PM Monday nights in February, March, and April 2024, plus special performances on VALENTINE’S DAY, and Fridays, March 1 and April 26. Dinner and show only $39.95 plus tax and tip. Call 937.461.3913 to make required reservations

10 Q’s with Miami Valley Meals Chef Angela Abnett & Laura Cotton

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Miami Valley Meals began feeding food insecure Dayton area residents early in the pandemic.  The nonprofit sources most of its ingredients from donated and reclaimed foods from commercial food distributors and organizations like the Dayton Foodbank.

Executive Chef Angie Abnett

Lead by a team of two talented executive chefs, Angie Abnett and Laura Cotton transform recovered (a.k.a. “rescued”) foods into hearty and nutritious prepared meals that are then distributed to a network of about 50 nonprofit partners serving the hungry in the Miami Valley—free of charge.

As they celebrate their 4th anniversary this month Miami Valley Meals have provided over 800,00 meals to 116 partners in 36 zip codes in the Greater Dayton region. They have used over 560,000 pounds of recovered food to create those meals.

Executive Chef Laura Cotton

 

The chefs plan meals using the received ingredients and send them packaged to other nonprofits distribution. As they explain, each day is like an episode of the TV showChopped. We never know what ingredients will be donated and each day they have to figure out how to create a nutritious meal from the assorted food components on hand.

Their model aims to reduce food waste in the supply chain and also in our own facility. Chefs Laura and Angie lead their team to create nourishing meals made with love that honor the dignity of people in need.

We asked both executive Chefs to take on our 10 Question interview and here’s how they answered:

What is your favorite ingredient to cook with?

AA: I love cooking with cabbage. It is so versatile- you can make a slaw, sauerkraut, kimchi, salad for a sandwich or add it to a meal.

MV Meals chefs created 3 spice blends as a fundraiser.

LC: I love experimenting with herbs and spices; when it’s all said and done, I can add whatever Iwant to it and go from there. By experimenting with different herbs and spices, I’ve gotten to create my own special blend with Miami Valley Meals, The Give Back Garlic Blast. We have three spices in total that are available for sale at Dot’s, Gem City Market, The Co, Kettering Hospital gift shops, Amazon, and are adding more shops.

What ingredient do you dread?
AA: Deboning cooked Turkey Legs because the pin bones are so sharp and dangerous.
Plus, it grosses me out!

LC: I detest lamb. I can deal with anything else, but I really don’t like the smell or gaminess of lamb.

Chef Angie supervising mals about to go through the packaging machine.

What’s your favorite dish to make?

AA: Cabbage rolls hold a special place in my heart. The crafting process reflects generations of culinary expertise and family tradition. I particularly enjoy adding a vegan twist to a culinary classic.

LC: Seafood jambalaya – it brings me back to my New Orleans roots and one of my favorite places in the whole world.

What’s your favorite pig out food?
AA: Mashed potatoes are one of my favorites. I have wonderful memories of having mashed potatoes on Sundays at Grandma Shirley’s. It is my comfort food for sure.

LC: My favorite salty food to pig out on are potato chips. Nothing fancy, but if I want something more I make a homemade onion dip. As for something sweet to pig out on, it would be ice cream, specifically dutch chocolate almond or anything with coffee. On a really good day, I might do both.

 

What restaurant, other than your own do you like to dine at in the Miami Valley?

AA: Amar India is my favorite, I’m vegan and they always accommodate my allergies and have a lot of plant based options. I always receive great service and a beautiful meal every time.

LC: Disappointing everyone here, but my guilty pleasure is Waffle House – it’s always there for me and it’s open 24/7. My favorite location would be the one across from The Greene on Indian Ripple Road where our server knows us and our order. My boyfriend and I go there often.

What’s your best advice for home chefs?
AA: Always try something new with a recipe or ingredient. If you fail it’s okay, try again. Practice makes the perfect meal.

LC: A few pieces of advice: have fun, relax and don’t be afraid to try something new because it could come out wonderful and if it doesn’t, no worries, you’re at home and can hide the evidence.

Chef Lauara accepting a donation.

If you could invite any 4 guests to a dinner party who would they be and why?
AA: My 4 guests would be: Mary Locke (my great grandmother), Eula Myers (my grandmother), Anthony Bourdain and Julia Child. They are a few of my favorite culinary influences. I would love to prepare them a vegan spin on their own culinary classics. I enjoy the challenge.

LC: My favorite dining experiences involve chaotic family functions. Food is love and I can’t think of anything better than a busy home with all my favorite people and some of the best meals I’ve ever had.

Who do you look up to in the industry and why?
AA: I have always admired Julia Child. As a hardworking and driven chef, she demonstrated an unwavering commitment to pushing culinary boundaries. At Miami Valley Meals I have to embrace new challenges daily with creativity. Working with donated food can be a challenge, constantly learning and testing different dishes with the ingredients given. Pushing culinary boundaries is a must in the food rescue industry.

LC: Honestly, I look up to anyone and everyone who has worked in this industry for any length of time. It takes a certain special person to be able to do this job.

What do you do in the Miami Valley on a day off?
AA: I’m always trying out different vegan dishes at home. Crafting my own vegan proteins, fermenting something, or baking breads. I am in two Local bands in Dayton, Ohio. Somersault is an educational rock band, driven by our passions and life experiences. Radar is an indie rock band, with punk rock influences, poetry and rock n roll. I am a drummer in both bands. I add vocal support to Somersault giving me the courage to sing lead songs in the band Radar. On a day I’m free from musical projects, I enjoy spending time with my family, traveling, gardening and reading a good book.

LC: When the weather is nice, I love to explore any of the wonderful parks around the Dayton area, whether it be with my boyfriend or a good friend. If the weather is bad, I love to sit on the couch and read a good book with my cat in my lap.

The team preparing thanksgiving meals to give away.

Share a kitchen disaster, lucky break or other interesting story:
AA: When I was 11 or 12 years old, my mom had a work trip so I stayed with our close family friends. I asked if I could make dinner and they said “sure”, assuming I knew my way around the kitchen. Confidently, I prepared the pork chops, frying them in a skillet for over 45 minutes or so until they were very golden brown. I even prepared instant mashed potatoes and canned vegetables.

During dinner I realized Carl was having a hard time eating the pork chop. I asked him if it was good? He replied yes, “didn’t know you could make pork chop jerky.” He said he was really enjoying it. In reality, the pork chops were burnt and dried out completely. A few days later, after my mom returned home, they told her about the meal, “We let her make dinner, didn’t realize she didn’t know how to cook.”

LC: On an incredibly busy day about 12 years ago, our small team was prepping for four events in our very small kitchen. I was focused on a traditional English high tea meal, while my sous chef was across the kitchen running the hot side.

Unbeknownst to me, some dried pasta had fallen under one of the burners he was working on. I paused to ask if anyone wanted to try some smoked cheese that was part of my dish. My sous replied, “No, I want this fire to go out,” which alerted me to the flames quickly growing from our stove. Realizing salt was no match for this fire, we quickly pulled all the pots and pans and conquered it with a fire extinguisher.

My son, who was on his first server shift ever, witnessed the fire debacle with a shocked face and asked, “does this happen a lot?” to which my Geoff, my sous replied, “first time.”

Being the head chef means you are often putting out fires, both figuratively and literally – and thankfully on this day, we were still able to get out all of our dishes, clean up the mess and even snack on some of that smoked cheese.

Miami Valley Meals

937-938-7141

Volunteering at MVM:

Join the scoop squad! The culinary team can always use an extra hand in the kitchen. Weekly, monthly, twice-a-year, whatever works for you.
More info here.

With your support, MV Meals can continue providing thousands of meals per month to families and individuals in need across the Miami Valley, providing convenience, comfort, and dignity to those experiencing food insecurity. Donate here.

Five Lesbians Eating A Quiche at the PNC Annex

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It’s 1956 and The Susan B. Anthony Society for the Sisters of Gertrude Stein are having their annual quiche breakfast. As the assembled five women await the announcement of the society’s prize-winning quiche, the atomic bomb sirens sound! Has the Communist threat come to pass? How will the women respond as their idyllic town and lifestyle faces attacks?

Recommended for ages 14+. Sexual content, intense themes, and strong language.

Dairy Queens New Parmesan Garlic Chicken Strip Basket

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Dairy Queen looks to elevate its fried chicken basket game with the introduction of the new Parmesan Garlic Sauced & Tossed Chicken Strip Basket.

Each Parmesan Garlic Sauced & Tossed Chicken Strip Basket includes the brand’s juicy and tender chicken strips tossed in Parmesan Garlic sauce, Texas toast, French fries and choice of dipping sauce.

Dairy Queen Adds New Parmesan Garlic Sauced & Tossed Chicken Strip Basket

DQ is also welcoming back the Honey BBQ Sauced & Tossed Basket, where you get the same sides listed above, with chicken strips tossed in a honey BBQ glaze that has a sweet and smoky BBQ flavor,

Both varieties can be enjoyed in four- or six-piece baskets.

You can find both Chicken Strip Baskets at participating locations nationwide for a limited time.

$5 Breakfast Bundles At Burger King

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Burger King is adding more value during breakfast hours with the introduction of new $5 Breakfast Bundles now through April 7, 2024.

New $5 Breakfast Bundles Arrive At Burger King

 

Available exclusively on the BK App and at bk.com during regular breakfast hours, here’s a closer look at the new $5 Breakfast Bundles:

  • Awesome A.M. Bundle: Single Biscuit (Sausage, Egg & Cheese Biscuit, Bacon, Egg & Cheese Biscuit, Ham Egg & Cheese Biscuit or Egg & Cheese Biscuit) and Simply Orange Juice.
  • Morning Grindset Bundle: Choice of Double Croissan’wich (Double Sausage Egg & Cheese Croissan’wich or Bacon, Sausage Egg & Cheese Croissan’wich) and Large Hot Coffee
  • Best of BK Bundle: Choice of Croissan’wich (Sausage Egg Cheese Croissan’wich, Bacon Egg Cheese Croissan’wich, Ham Egg Cheese Croissan’wich or Egg & Cheese Croissan’wich), 3 Pc. French Toast Sticks and Small hash browns.

Bicycle Touring in the Miami Valley

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Have you ever thought about going on a bicycle touring trip, but aren’t sure where to start? In this program, learn about opportunities right here in the Miami Valley to take a trip on your bicycle. We’ll cover local routes, resources and where to stay.

  • REGISTRATION OPTIONS:Registration required
  • REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 03-26-24

Drawing Room Chamber Concert

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Hayner’s Drawing Room Chamber Concert  will feature guitarist, Dr. Stephen Mattingly on Tuesday, March 26th at 7:30pm. Mattingly is from the University of Louisville where he is Associate Professor of Guitar. He also pursues research on the guitar with frequent writings on the history and pedagogy of the instrument. He has performed throughout the United States and Europe as a soloist and with the Tantalus Quartet of which he is a founding member.

Stephen earned a Doctor of Music and a Theory Pedagogy Certificate at the Florida State University under the instruction of Bruce Holzman. Prior to his doctoral studies, Stephen completed a two-year residence in Germany where he was awarded an Artist Diploma while studying with Dale Kavanagh at the Hochschule für Musik Detmold. Stephen also studied with Oscar Ghiglia at the Accademia Musicale Chigiana in Siena, Italy. Prior to his work in Europe, Stephen studied with Nicholas Goluses at the Eastman School of Music where he earned a master’s and a bachelor’s degree with distinction, a Certificate in Arts Leadership, and a Performer’s Certificate.

This concert series takes place on the last Tuesday of most months in the school year. It is hosted by Steven Aldredge who is Music Director of Opera at Wright State University and is a collaborative pianist and composer in his own right. The Drawing Room Chamber Concert series is presented free to the public through the generosity of the citizens of Troy, loyal sponsors, and the Friends of Hayner members. Learn more about Hayner’s cultural events and the good folks who support them at www.TroyHayner.org .

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TROY-HAYNER CULTURAL CENTER

301 West Main Street, Troy, Ohio 45373    937-339-0457

KFC Offers Tournament Deals

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With basketball tournament season in full stride, KFC has a few party-friendly meal deals that will make game days and watch parties extra finger lickin’ good.

KFC Offers Tournament Season Deals Including Free Delivery And Free Nuggets Offer

Free 5-piece KFC Nuggets with any digital purchase of $10 or more: Spend ten bucks or more and get free nuggets to score. The brand is rolling out a digital-only offer on KFC app/.com for free 5 pc. Nuggets with any purchase of $10 or more now through March 31, 2024.

Free Delivery Offers

Free Delivery on KFC.com/app: During Tournament Season, fans can enjoy the convenience of having their favorite menu items delivered right to their doorstep at no additional cost. This digital exclusive is only available on game days, beginning on 3/20 when the First Four play. See additional date details below.

  • First Round of 64: 3/21-3/22
  • Second Round of 32: 3/23-3/24
  • Sweet 16: 3/28-3/29
  • Elite 8: 3/30-3/31
  • Final Four: 4/6
  • National Championship: 4/8

 

Popeyes Adds Honey Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings

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In a bid to tantalize taste buds and redefine the chicken wing experience, Popeyes has officially launched its latest innovation: Honey Lemon Pepper Wings. Exclusive to the Popeyes app and Popeyes.com through March 31, before hitting restaurants nationwide on April 1, these delectable wings promise a symphony of flavors unlike any other.
Popeyes Unveils New Honey Lemon Pepper Wings

This  offering boasts six expertly marinated chicken wings, each boasting a blend of sweet honey, tangy lemon, and a kick of peppery heat from black pepper. Combining the beloved essence of lemon pepper wings with an added touch of honey sweetness, these wings are hand-battered, breaded, and crisped to perfection—exactly what fans have come to expect from Popeyes’ signature Bone-In Chicken.

Joining a star-studded lineup of wing options such as Honey BBQ, Roasted Garlic Parmesan, Signature Hot, Ghost Pepper, and Sweet ‘N Spicy, the Honey Lemon Pepper Wings are poised to steal the show. Catering to basketball viewing parties and wing enthusiasts alike, Popeyes offers 18 and 24-piece wing group packs featuring an array of flavors to satisfy every palate.

In a clever marketing campaign accompanying the launch, Popeyes urges wing aficionados to reconsider their usual restaurant choices and embrace the new Honey Lemon Pepper Wings. Recognizing that farewells can be challenging, Popeyes has even crafted a self-help pamphlet to aid in the transition, set to be released in

New Seasonal Menu at The Winds

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Now in their 45th year, this Yellow Springs eatery was the area’s first independently owned casual farm-to-table restaurant. Their menu changes seasonly and the  Winds Cafe welcomes spring with a new menu.

 

Stop in or make a reservation for your place at the table, or bar! Resy.com

The Winds Cafe
215 Xenia Ave,
Yellow Springs, OH,
937-767-1144

LUNCH 12:00PM-3:00PM TUESDAYS – SATURDAYS
DINNER 4:00PM – 9:00PM TUESDAYS – SATURDAYS

Domino’s March Madness- 50% off all Online Pizza Orders Through March 24th

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Domino’s Pizza is celebrating March Madness by offering customers 50 percent off all menu-priced pizzas ordered online today through March 24, 2024.
Domino's Offers 50% Off All Menu-Priced Pizzas Ordered Online Through March 24, 2024

 

The 50% off deal is available on menu-priced pizzas ordered through Domino’s online ordering channels, including online at dominos.com and the Domino’s mobile app.

Interesting Fun Facts – Domino’s and Basketball

  • Domino’s sold more than 3 million pizzas during the men’s 2023 national semifinals and championship game nights combined – enough to give more than 45 pizzas to each person attending the final game in Arizona this year.
  • During the 2023 men’s and women’s college basketball tournaments, Domino’s produced enough dough to match the weight of more than 22 million basketballs.
  • It takes 69 Domino’s pizza boxes stacked from the floor of a basketball court to reach the hoop.
  • It takes more than 4,500 Domino’s pizza boxes to cover a 4,600-square-foot basketball court.

Dairy Queen’s Free Cone Day

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As part of Free Cone Day, ice cream fans can stop by their local DQ receive one free small vanilla soft-serve cone featuring the classic curl on top.

The offer is limited to one free cone per person while supplies last.

Dairy Queen’s Free Cone Day offer is valid at participating locations nationwide for one day only on March 19, 2024 – while supplies last.