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New Month- New Menu for Caribbean Inspired Eatery

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Maybe you don’t have time for a trip to the islands, but head out to this Yellow Springs eatery that get’s its inspiration from the island vibes. Caribbean inspired cuisine and exquisite hand crafted drinks and cocktails. 
Here are their new March Features:

Appetizer
Jamaican Beef Patties – A traditonal Jamaican street food. Seasoned and spiced ground beef in a flaky pastry dough. Fried to golden crispy perfection and served with sofrito aioli 10.99

Sandwich
The Cuban Reuben – Ok this isn’t Cuban per se but it rhymed and this is a Caribbean inspired Reuben so bare with us! House made Jerk corned beef, spicy pickled cabbage, melty swiss cheese, sofrito aioli on marbled rye 15.99

Entrees
(Gf)Jerk Corned Beef and Curtido – Our Caribbean twist on an Irish classic. Beef brisket is cured in a Guiness beer brine infused with Jamaican Jerk spices. The slow roasted and finished in our hot and mild jerk sauce. Served with coconut rice and curtido, a spicy Salvadoran pickled cabbage relish. 24.99

(gf)Island Teriyaki Snapper – Wild caught red snapper is pan seared until flaky and tender then glazed with our island inspired pineapple based teriyaki sauce. Served with coconut rice and island slaw. 25.99

Cocktail
Avocado-Jalapeno Margarita – Fresh avocado is muddled with jalapeno and fresh mint. Shaken with tequila, fresh lime juice, orange liqueur and simple syrup . 9.99

Calypso Grill and Smokehouse

1535 Xenia Avenue
Yellow Springs, OH, 45387

+1 937-767-9000
Open daily 11am – 9pm

9 Fundraisers to Attend this March!

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Storybook Gala: A Night in the 100 Acre Wood

Sinclair Conference Center 301 W. Fourth Street, Dayton, OH

You are cordially invited to the first Storybook Gala benefiting A Special Wish Foundation of Southwest Ohio. We are excited to bring the magic and wonder that we infuse into the wishes we grant to you, our friends and supporters.

This year we will transport you into the childhood playground of Christopher Robin as you mingle with your friends in the English meadow and then dine and dance in the 100 acre wood. The adventure begins with cocktails at 6:30pm at the Sinclair conference center. Come dressed in garden party formal to support the amazing kids and families of A Special Wish Foundation.

Mad River School District’s Annual Spaghetti Fest

Stebbins High School 1900 Harshman Rd., Dayton

Hey, Mad River community! Mark your calendars for delicious meal at Stebbins High School Wednesday, March 6, 2024.

We are thrilled to invite you to our much-anticipated Annual Spaghetti Fest from 5 PM to 7 PM in the school’s cafeteria.
Get ready to indulge in a delectable Italian dinner lovingly prepared by none other than our Superintendent Wyen. The menu features spaghetti & meatballs, crisp salad, freshly baked bread, a variety of beverages, delightful desserts, and more!
Special Treat: ALL MAD RIVER STUDENTS EAT FREE! 🎉
For everyone else, tickets are super affordable:
$4 for adults
$3 for children and seniors (60 and over)
Tickets are available at the door or can be pre-purchased at our schools. Don’t miss out on this opportunity for a fantastic meal and the chance to support our student choirs, orchestra, and bands as they perform live, adding a magical soundtrack to your dining experience. 🎵🎷

Pickleball Tournament

First Baptish Church of New Lebanon 335 South Church Street, New Lebanon

Our Pickleball event is open to teams of any ages who will compete in a single-elimination tourament. Prizes valued over $200 will be awarded for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place teams.

Grab a partner and enjoy a fast-paced day of pickle ball for a good cause. All proceeds go toward camp fees for our 3rd – 12th graders.

First games begin at 11am and Championship game will be played at 4pm, approximately.

Matches will be best 2 out of 3 sets with rally scoring.

Food, drinks and tourney t-shirts will be available for purchase throughout the day.

Registration is $30 per team by Thursday, March 7. Registration is available online or in person. Day-of registration is $40 per team. Registration fees are non-refundable but are transferable to any team of your choosing.

Nite at The Races

Miamisburg Moose 2110 E. Central Ave, Miamisburg
An evening of Horse betting and fun! Place cash bets on the horses of your choice.
Races are run by video broadcasts. Raffles & betting
Proceeds benefit the GDAA Rent Foundation; a non-profit, charitable organization that provides rental assistance to GDAA members’ residents who are unable to pay their rent due to illness, family tragedy or unfortunate circumstances, in some cases preventing homelessness.
Only persons 21 and over are permitted to attend.  $25

Pancake Brunch

Aullwood Audubon Center & Farm  1000 Aullwood Road , Dayton

No registration needed, pay at the door – or pay ahead on our web site if you wish. Take a sugarbush walk, savor a great meal & enjoy a leisurely farm visit. Join us for food, fun & family!

$10

2024 Women of Influence Awards Luncheon

Dayton Convention Center 22 East 5th Street, Dayton, OH
Since 1998, YWCA Dayton has set aside one special day to recognize and honor women in our community. We celebrate Dayton’s most influential women, all of whom have made a difference in our community through their dedication to the YWCA mission of empowering women, eliminating racism and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all.

An Evening of Burlesque: Semi-Annual Fundraiser

Temple of the Rebel Goddess 400 Linden Ave., Suite 245, Dayton
Join us at the Temple of the Rebel Goddess for our semi-annual fundraising event An Evening of Burlesque: Tassels, Tatas & Tips

With all of our fundraisers, we aim to gather financial energy to amplify the work that’s been happening inside the Temple’s walls. The list of things that your abundance could help us to manifest includes things like continuing our goal of divine worship and spiritual pursuits, sexual wellness & education, community offerings, Earth-based practices and reverence, feminine celebrations, and more! This also includes the much less sexy stuff like paying rent, maintenance & admin fees, but more than that – it’s about manifesting this next evolution of the Temple and leaning into pure possibility.

This Sassy Sarah Monroe Production features a host of amazing performers. The evening is sure to delight with the finest Burlesque performances!

We are thrilled to announce our featured performers,

-Aurora Maur -Lily Datura -Jackie O of the Rubi Girls -Roxy Valore -Simone DeLove -Sugar Monroe -Rosie Revolution -Pearls De~Lovely -Diamond Tassel Revue

Our MC for the evening is the hilarious Kara Ragland

This event is a night you won’t want to miss!

Doors open at 7pm, performance starts at 8pm!

There are five tiers of ticket prices to accommodate our modest spectators as well as our favorite ballers. These options allow you to customize your perks for the evening.

You’ll laugh, you’ll cry, and depending on your ticket… you’ll get a bottle of champagne!

$25 – $350

Making Memories Team Presents: A Night of Champions & Advocacy

David H. Ponitz Sinclair Center Dayton, OH

Presented in partnership with the Alzheimer’s Association, hear about the latest in research news, the 10 warning signs and heartfelt personal connections.

There is an $80.00 domation to attend, guests will be asked to make a donation to the Alzheimer’s Association to continue offering free programs and services in the Miami Valley area, as well as funding vital research that is giving families hope!

Registration for this event closes on March 17, 2024 or when sold out whichever comes first.

This event is in partnership with the Alzheimer’s Association Miami Valley Chapter and Sinclair Community College’s Office of Diversity. Thanks to the Dayton Foundation for managing donations made to this event!

 

$80

Dayton Playhouse Cabaret FUNraiser

Dayton Playhouse 1301 E. Siebenthaler Ave, Dayton, OH

“Celebrating 65 Years – A Dayton Playhouse Cabaret” will be Saturday, March 23rd, 2024; 8pm at the Dayton Playhouse There.  Tickets $15

Dangerous Dames of Dayton

Daniel J. Curran Place, University of Dayton 1700 S. Patterson Blvd., Dayton, OH
Join fellow League of Women Voters members and supporters in honoring citizens who, like our “dangerous” sister suffragettes of old, have heroically worked to champion the ideals of a democratic society that work for ALL citizens of Greater Dayton.
This year we will be honoring Robyn Lightcap, Executive Director of Preschool Promise; Terra Fox Williams, President and CEO YWCA Dayton; and Mattie White, 1st Vice President Dayton Unit NAACP.

Keynote Speaker: Ayesha Rascoe, Host of NPR’s Weekend Edition Sunday

$125 – $175

Giovanni’s New Express Curbside Lunch

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Giovanni’s in Fariborn has just introducing Express Curbside Lunch available to guests in 10 minutes or less Wed- Fri from 11am – 2pm. Guests can place their order for curbside carryout by calling 937-878-1611. Tell them you’d like to place an order for Express Lunch. When you arrive call them back and they’ll bring out your order.

Express Lunch Menu:

 

Chef Salad
Italian Chef
Blimp Sub
Meatball Sub
Spaghetti & Meatballs
Spaghetti & Meat Sauce
They say the menu will grow over time.

Giovanni’s Fairborn

215 W Main St,
Fairborn, OH, 45324
(937) 878-1611

Fifth Annual Micro Drone Races at Air Force Museum

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See fast flying micro machines as pilots maneuver their drones over, under, around and through the C-124 Globemaster II and Twin Mustang aircraft during a micro drone races that will take place in the museum’s second building. Spectators will be able to watch the race along the course, as well as from a large screen that will show the drones’ perspective as they are racing.

Fifth Annual Micro Drone Races

Visitors will be able to experience flying a drone with computer-based simulators from Sinclair College Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) program*.
Friday: 12 – 4 pm, Saturday: 10 am – 3 pm, Sunday: 10 am – 3 pm

Workhorse Aero* will be onsite with displays of their drone delivery systems.

The Museum’s Education Division will be onsite with computer-based simulations opportunities for visitors.  Visitors can enter for a free micro-drone give-away, watch demonstrations and get hands-on with computer simulations. 

Friday, March 1
Let the races begin!
9 am – 12:30 pm Morning Session Practice and Qualifying Rounds – Sixteen Pilots will race.  The morning will contain seven rounds.

1:30 pm – 4:30 pm Afternoon Session Practice and Qualifying Rounds – Sixteen Pilots will race.  The afternoon will contain seven rounds.

Saturday, March 2
The races continue!
9 am – 12:30 pm Morning Session Practice and Qualifying Rounds – Sixteen Pilots will race.  The morning will contain seven rounds.

1:30 pm – 4:30 pm Afternoon Session Practice and Qualifying Rounds – Sixteen Pilots will race.  The afternoon will contain seven rounds.

Sunday, March 3
The best of the best compete for the Title!
Top 32 Pro and Sport Class Double-Elimination Brackets

Sport Class: 
Warm ups begin at 9 am. with double-elimination bracket racing throughout the morning.
Sport Class award ceremony will take place at 11:45 am.

National Museum of the
United States Air Force

1100 Spaatz StreetImage of the Air Force wings with the museum name underneath
Wright-Patterson AFB OH 45433

(937) 255-3286

FREE Admission & Parkking

Open 9 am to 5 pm seven days a week

 

Royal Cheese Adventures

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Annie Foos started St. Anne’s Cheese Co. started with the goal to showcase local businesses and bring together a community of cheese lovers. Whether you are interested in learning how to stretch mozzarella at home, creating beautiful charcuterie boards for your next party, or taking a farm tour and making your own cheese from scratch, she can lead your through it.

She’s just announced  the first ever series of Royal Cheese Adventures in the newly renovated kitchen at the Bossler Mansion, Dayton OH Mansion St. Anne’s Hill Historic District – Dayton, Ohio.

Very limited tickets, $65/person.  Reserve online here.

Pansies for Pets Fundraiser for SICSA

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Spring is on the way and SICSA is celebrating with Pansies for Pets, a flower fundraiser with Pansies for Pets is a flower fundraiser with The Flower Shoppe. Pansies are frost resistant and the first flowers we can really plant in this hardiness zone. I know February and March seem like too early to plant, but with pansies, you are good to go! Also, in checking with the national “big box” chains, SICSA’s prices are less expensive and of equal or better quality.

They have flats of 12 mixed color pansies, as well as 12″ bowls of white, yellow, purple, and mixed pansies available. Supporters can order now and pick up flowers at SICSA Pet Adoption & Wellness Center or The Flower Shoppe on March 16th.

The Flower Shoppe! If you were planning on purchasing flowers to liven up your home, this is the perfect opportunity to do just that while supporting animals in need. Pick your pansies and help local pets!

Supporters can order online now and pick up flowers at SICSA Pet Adoption & Wellness Center or The Flower Shoppe at 2316 Far Hills Ave in Oakwood on March 16th.

Mack’s Tavern Selling Sweet Heat Sauce

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MacKenzie Manley, owner of Mack’s Tavern has gotten rave reviews on their  Count Chickula Sauce, so she’s bottled it up is selling it at Mack’s!
She says “the sweet heat sauce full of mouth watering flavors goes on literally everything- pizza, chicken, tacos, burgers, pulled pork, fish, or dip your fries, tots, chicken chunks, pretzels, fingers, really anything you can think of it’s so Cluckin’ fantastic cardboard would probably taste good dipped in our Chickula 😁
Oh, and it caramelizes when you grill or smoke chicken wings tossed in it. So grab yourself a 16oz bottle for $6.98 and put it on everything!”
You can even bring your bottle back for an instant refill and get $1 off for helping to save the earth

Mack’s Tavern

381 Miamisburg Centerville Rd,
Dayton, OH, 45459

937-813-7217
Hours
Monday 11:00 AM – 2:30 AM
Tuesday 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Wednesday 11:00 AM – 2:30 AM
Thursday 11:00 AM – 2:30 AM
Friday 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Saturday 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Sunday 10:00 AM – 2:30 AM

Pirate 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, & Half Marathon

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This is a US Road Running Club Race and part of the US Road Running Race Series.
It is not required to be a club member to run with us.
Club members receive 50% off club races and a US Road Running shirt.
To join go to https://usroadrunning.com

Best Costume
It is not required to wear a costume, but we do encourage it.
At the beginning of each race, we take a group photo.
The best costume will be awarded at the beginning race.

Pirate Booty
To help get into the theme we have Pirate Booty at our pirate race.

Race Rules
Entry fees are non-refundable, with no exceptions.
We reserve the right to cancel in extreme circumstances.
No dogs on the course.
Walkers are always welcome.

Race Information
The race starts at 8:00 AM.
Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts.
All runners must register on RunSignup.
No on-site registration.

 

1M Course
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5893020202
The course is an out-and-back.

 

5K, 10K, & 15K Course
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5553169708
This course is an out-and-back.
5K does the course one time.
10K does the course two times.
15K does the course three times.

Applebee’s® 2 for $25 Menu NEW Sizzlin’ Skillets

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“Applebee’s is heating up date night with two NEW Sizzlin’ Skillets on our popular, 2 for $25 menu,” said Joel Yashinsky, Chief Marketing Officer, Applebee’s. “Whether you’re in the mood for steak or chicken, our skillets are full of flavor and pair perfectly with some of our most popular appetizers, like Boneless Wings, or two side salads – all for an unbeatable price!”

Applebee’s favorite two-person pairing, the 2 for $25 deal, just got better. Now for a limited time, guests can enjoy two NEW Sizzlin’ Skillets, paired with an appetizer or two side salads for only $25!* Warm up this winter with the NEW Garlic Sirloin Skillet or the NEW White Cheddar Bacon & Chicken Skillet plus a tasty appetizer or two side salads for dine-in, To Go, or delivery for an unbeatable value.

As winter temperatures persist, Applebee’s invites diners to indulge in the warmth of its latest offerings: the new Garlic Sirloin Skillet or the new White Cheddar Bacon & Chicken Skillet, complemented by a appetizer or fresh side salads. This promotion extends to dine-in, takeout, and delivery options, promising unbeatable value and convenience.

Tailored for various occasions, whether a romantic date night or a gathering with friends and family, Applebee’s 2 for $25 deal promises an elevated dining experience with its savory, sizzling skillets:

  • New Garlic Sirloin Skillet: Featuring a delicately seasoned 6-oz USDA Select top sirloin, grilled and adorned with a buttery garlic and parsley sauce. Served sizzling alongside garlic mashed potatoes and steamed broccoli.
  • New White Cheddar Bacon & Chicken Skillet: Showcasing a grilled chicken breast enveloped in a rich Parmesan and White Cheddar cream sauce, crowned with applewood-smoked bacon and crispy onions. Served piping hot in a skillet with garlic mashed potatoes and steamed broccoli.

In addition to the tantalizing new additions, the limited-time 2 for $25 menu also includes the classic 6-oz Top Sirloin.

To find your local restaurant to dine in, visit Applebees.com/restaurants. To order Applebee’s To Go or delivery, visit Applebees.com or the Applebee’s mobile app (iOS, Google).

Pizza-Inspired Fried Chicken at KFC

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KFC  is introducing the international smash hit, Chizza (“cheet-za”), to KFC menus in the US starting February 26, 2024.

Chizza (Not Pizza) features two 100% white meat Extra Crispy fried chicken filets topped with zesty marinara sauce, melty mozzarella cheese and crispy pepperoni.

Chizza made its debut on KFC menus in the Philippines back in 2015 and since then the unique KFC dish has made its way around the world to Korea, Taiwan, India, Thailand, Germany, Spain and Mexico, among other countries. Now, you can experience the global phenomenon here in the US for the very first time.

The item features two white meat fried chicken filets topped with marinara sauce, melted mozzarella cheese and crispy pepperoni.  Customers can order the Chizza on its own or with a combo meal, which includes KFC’s Secret Recipe fries and a medium drink. Customers can also order a half Chizza, which is one fried chicken filet with the same toppings rather than two.

Also returning to KFC restaurants nationwide temporarily is Blackberry Lemonade – a fruity and tart drink to refresh the taste buds while enjoying the Chizza combo meal.

Pirates of Penzance Sing-Along

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If you know the swashbuckling tale of Gilbert and Sullivan’s Pirates of Penzance, then you know that there’s no better way to spend leap year than at a Pirates of Penzance Sing-Along led by the Dayton Opera Artists-in-Residence!
Join us at Blind Bob’s Tavern, enjoy a drink and belt some tunes!
Don’t worry if you don’t know the words; you can hum along or just sit back and enjoy!
Door opens at 7pm. There will be a $5 cover at the door. All proceeds go to DPAA’s Learning and Community Engagement programs. Pirate costumes are strongly encouraged!!

Brunch Starts at The Florentine

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Bryce and Sheree Henson took over The Florentine this past fall and have been working hard to bring Ohio’s second oldest inn, originally opened in 1814, a fresh new feeling.  The Henson’s  introduce brunch this weekend from 10am -1pm  and say they will offer it every weekend from here on out.
Here’s a little sneak peak of the menu:

Brioche French Toast

Eggs Benedict

Omelette

Bacon egg & Cheese Handheld

 

brunch cocktails

21 W Market Street
Germantown, OH 45327
(937) 855-7759

Wed & Thurs 4-9pm
Fri 4-10pm
Sat  10am – 1pm and 4-10pm
Sun 10am – 1pm and 4-9pm

$1 Sliders at Arby’s

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Arby’s is running a new promotion where they’re offering $1 Sliders through March 10, 2024.

To snag the deal, simply order on the Arby’s App or online at Arbys.com for in-store pickup.

Sliders available as part of the deal:

  • Buffalo Chicken Slider
  • Chicken Slider
  • Jalapeño Roast Beef Slider
  • Roast Beef Slider

Just be aware that the offer is limited to five sliders at the discounted price per order/per person.

You can enjoy $1 Sliders at participating Arby’s locations nationwide for a limited time – while supplies last – through March 10, 2024.

Cat Yoga at SICSA

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Join SICSA for Cat Yoga on Saturday, February 24th! The class will take place from 11:00AM to 12:00PM and is open to yogis of all abilities! Throughout the class, some of SICSA’s adoptable cats will roam about the room, adding some extra fun and cuteness to the class. It’s a purrr-fect way to start your Saturday! 

This class will be led by Maureen Warren. Maureen is a RYT 200 Yoga Teacher and has been practicing for over 20 years. She teaches weekly classes at Exhale Yoga Spa in Kettering, and at Sukha Inspired Yoga in Englewood. Maureen focuses on creating a calm and supportive atmosphere for students of all levels and is excited to combine her love of yoga with her love of SICSA! 

The cost to attend is $20. Class will take place onsite in SICSA’s Humane Education Center with an entrance around the left side of the building. Attendees should plan to bring their own mat or blanket to the class. There will be no physical tickets issued for this event. All attendees will be added to the guest list after submitting their payment. Guests should plan to check-in upon arrival.