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Tai Chi & Qigong at the River

June 10, 2023 By Dayton937

Head to RiverScape for Tai Chi and Qigong at the River. Each hour-long Tai Chi & Qigong session will start with breathing exercises, warm up, and gentle stretching.

You will then be guided through flowing movements mixed with short standing meditations. We will end with a slightly longer guided standing (or sitting) meditation. This should leave a few minutes to answer questions or discuss any insights.

Qigong doesn’t require any special skills (other than breathing) or equipment (other than your body).

Popeyes Chicken Sandwich Is Back and Here to Stay

June 8, 2023 By Dayton937

Popeyes has expanded its chicken sandwich line-up to half a dozen options with the return – and permanent addition of version not seen since 2019. The blackened chicken sandwich, made without breading, returns to menus this week. Customers also have another option to customize their meal – add bacon and/or cheese to any chicken sandwich. Fans can get their hands on the Popeyes Blackened Chicken Sandwich at restaurants nationwide starting at a suggested price of $4.99.

“As we expand our iconic chicken sandwich line-up, the Blackened Chicken Sandwich will provide guests with a lighter option that is perfect for everyday,” said Sami Siddiqui, president of Popeyes. “And, with the addition of bacon and cheese, our loyal fans will now have six Chicken Sandwich options to choose from, all with the irresistible Cajun flavors and boldness they crave.” The Bacon and Cheese add-on option starts at $1.50.

To celebrate, Popeyes is offering a deal through June 25. Customers that buy any chicken sandwich combo online or in the app can get an extra regular side for free.

Popeyes said its blackened chicken sandwich features an antibiotic-free, whole chicken breast, marinated for 12 hours, and seasoned with a blend of Cajun spices, served on a warm, toasted brioche bun with house classic or spicy mayo and crunchy barrel-cured pickles.

The breading-free sandwich represents the first permanent addition to Popeyes’ chicken sandwich family since its launch in 2019.

Fritz & Fiona’s Sundae Fundae at the Zoo

June 8, 2023 By Dayton937

On Sunday, July 30th from 6 -8pm the Cincinnati Zoo is hosting Fritz & Fiona’s Sundae Fundae Fundraiser. Tickets for this event run $30, and can be purchased online. Zoo members get discounted tickets.

This sweet event offers a double-dip of Fritz & Fiona and delicious Graeter’s ice cream. Fritz & Fiona’s Sundae Fundae will take you around the Zoo for an ice cream sampling where you will be able to see some of your favorite animals enjoying their outdoor habitats after hours.

As you wander through the Zoo, sample delicious Graeter’s Ice Cream at stations around the Zoo! Guests also get free train and carousel rides during this event!

Upon arrival, guests will receive their Graeter’s Ice Cream passport to show for a scoop at each of the 6 sampling stations.

Ice Cream Flavors

Lemon Sorbet
Black Raspberry Chip
Cotton Candy
Dark Chocolate Brownie
Oregon Strawberry
Seasonal Summer Flavor TBA

Limited concessions will be open during the Fiona Sundae Fundae.

Kings Island’s Adventure Port opens Saturday

June 8, 2023 By Dayton937

Adventure Port, a new themed area featuring two new family rides, will open at Kings Island on Saturday.vThe area is located near the front of the park, between Action Zone and Coney Mall.

The park describes the new area’s theme this way: “Adventure Port is a hub for explorers searching for an ancient civilization’s forbidden temple and mysterious wonders.”

Kings Island describes the two new rides:

Sol Spin: This recently discovered mechanism appears to be an immense sun disk created by an ancient civilization. Riders will board open-air, suspended passenger vehicles and experience the sensation of flying 60 feet through the air at 25 m.p.h

Cargo Loco: Their methods might be a little dizzying, but the Arrow Cargo Company will get your goods from Point A to Point B …. eventually. Riders will board these shipping barrels where they will be able to manually control the speed of their spin with a wheel in the middle of the barrel.

“What I love about Adventure Port is that we’ve taken parts of the Adventure Express story and built upon it to create this new themed area,” said Mike Koontz, vice president and general manager of Kings Island. “When guests who have been coming to the park for years visit this area for the first time, the story will feel familiar, but it will be told in a whole new way.”

Also in the area: Enrique’s, formerly Hank’s Mexican Grill, with burrito bowls, tacos and salads; and the Mercado, formerly the Bier Garten, with food, shopping and a full-service bar.

The area will be open to the public at 10 a.m. Saturday. Kings Island is open 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. Information: visitkingsisland.com

Roadtrip To The Columbus Arts Festival

June 7, 2023 By Dayton937

With 225 visual artists, three stages of performances and dozens of food vendors the Columbus Arts Festival is a great welcome-to-summer event produced by the Greater Columbus Arts Council (GCAC). Here are some of the adventures in store for the nearly 500,000 guests coming to the 2023 festival, June 9-11:

Headliners on the Genoa Park Main Stage

Dehd, Ghost Shirt and MojoFlo headline free concerts on Genoa Park Main Stage

With the city skyline offering a beautiful backdrop, the Genoa Park Main Stage will feature music, dance and theater throughout the weekend. On Friday, June 9 the stage hosts runway show Fashion As Art featuring Columbus-area fashion designers followed by Columbus’ neo funk favorite MojoFlo. On Saturday, June 10, the Festival welcomes local power pop group Ghost Shirt opening for Chicago-based indie rock trio Dehd. Main stage performances are supported by Huntington. Full performance schedule here.

Artists live painting murals at Scrawl 2022
Scrawl 2022
Scribble Mini Mural Festival

Columbus’ live painting mural festival, Scrawl, will bring a mini version called “Scribble” to the Columbus Arts Festival, sponsored by Deloitte. Throughout the Festival weekend, 12 Columbus-area artists will create murals along the fences surrounding Bicentennial Park on the east side of the river. Featured artists include Andy Clarkson, Bridgette Barnes, Dane Khy, Evelyn McBride, Elizabeth Miller, Jennifer Morley, Danny Painter, Sarah Schlup, Andy Smith, Jay Snyder, Technocolor Art and WXVVY. Learn more about Scribble here: franklintonartsdistrict.com/scribble.html.

Created in 2011, the Emerging Festival Artist program is for artists who have limited or no experience exhibiting at national festivals. Artists must be residents of Franklin or the surrounding counties. The 2023 Columbus Arts Festival will feature the largest Emerging Festival Artist class to date, with 18 central Ohio artists showcasing their work. The Emerging Festival Artist program is supported by the Paul-Henri and Erika Bourguignon Charitable Trust.

Film returns to the Festival this year! Find the film stage, supported by Gateway Film Center and Greater Columbus Film Commission, in the triangle park west of the river. On Friday and Saturday you can see Broad & High episodes, student animation, local filmmakers’ work, classic Looney Tunes, and the 2009 feature Where The Wild Things Are.

This year the Festival has partnered with Columbus’ High Bank Distillery to feature a trio of boozy slushies crafted with their award-winning spirits. Available at three beverage booths at the Festival, High Bank’s Signature Slushies include a Cranberry Lime Cosmo, Whiskey Vanilla Root Beer and a Whiskey Bramble.

In addition to a beer garden with shaded seating and fun group games, Rhinegeist brewed a hoppy wheat ale named “Sketch” especially for the Columbus Arts Festival. Sketch will be available at the beer garden and select beverage booths at the Festival. Guests eager to try it will also find it at select locations where Rhinegeist is on tap in Columbus.

Columbus Arts Festival Hours:
Friday, June 9 from 11 am to 10:30 pm
Saturday, June 10 from 10 am to 10:30 pm
Sunday, June 11 from 10 am to 5 pm

Parking: The Festival is located along the Scioto Mile, Columbus’ signature riverfront park, along the Rich and Main Street bridges, in Dorrian Green Park and in front of COSI, the Center of Science and Industry. If you are able to walk a few blocks, street, surface lot and garage parking is generally less expensive farther out from the Festival. Use the ParkColumbus app to find options.

Until Rust at Moe Harrigans

June 7, 2023 By Dayton937

Join us for great Food, drinks and Acoustic Shenanigans!

It’s Time for Versailles Poultry Days’

June 7, 2023 By Dayton937

After the turn of the century, Versailles, Ohio became known as the Poultry Capital of the Midwest. Although Versailles is a small village its production of eggs and poultry was recognized far beyond Ohio. The festival began as “Poultry Day” a single day event held on Thursdays until 1962 when it expanded to Wednesday. In 1966 the festival moved to a weekend festival to be held on Friday and Saturday. In 1969 carnival rides were introduced and, in 1972 it was finally expanded to Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Arguably the area’s oldest festival, Poultry Days settled into being held on the second full weekend in June.

The 2023 festival theme is “Chilly Willy Wonka and the Chicken Factory.”

Chicken dinners costs $11.00 and is sized for a single meal with half a chicken, Mike-Sells potato chips, Roll, Butter, Applesauce and the traditional Chilly Willy Orange Drink. Dinners can be enjoyed in a 500-person dining tent or picnic tables located throughout the grounds. A four-lane drive through allows visitors to purchase dinners for a backyard picnic without leaving your car. The festival also offers bulk chicken purchases on a presale basis with 20 chicken halves packed in an insulated cooler.

Come early as chicken often sells out earlier then posted times. The festival sells over 35,000 dinners each year and has served over one million dinners since 1952. Our walk through and drive through lines are staffed by volunteers and organizations capable of delivering over 2,500 dinners per hour.

Find the “Golden Ticket” at Versailles Poultry Days and win FREE Chicken For life. Keeping with the theme, three golden tickets will be placed randomly into chicken dinners (or coolers). One golden ticket will be released each day (Friday June 9, Saturday June 10, and Sunday June 11). The three winners will each receive FREE Poultry Days Chicken For Life! For a chance to win you must pick up chicken in the festival’s Walk Thru, Drive Thru or Bulk Pick Up lines. Limit two chicken dinners per winner per festival day.

Highlights of Poultry Days:

Friday, June 9, 9:30am
Flower Show
Bus Drivers Meeting Room, 459 South Center Street, Versailles

Friday, June 9th 6pm
Bingo

Versailles, 459 S Center St, Versailles

Chuck-a-Luck – 2023

Jun 09, 6:00 PM – Jun 11, 9:00 PM

Front Lawn of the Festival Grounds, Versailles

Sat, June 10th 8am
Poultry Days 5K Walk/Run + 1 Mile Fun Run
Versailles High School, 280 Marker Rd, Versailles

Ultimate Frisbee Tournament

Heritage Park, 10200 Klipstine Rd, Versailles

June 11, 10:00 AM

The parade begins at 2:30 pm

Versailles Poultry Days, South Center & Ward Streets

Jun 11, 3:00 PM

Front Lawn of Festival Grounds, Versailles, OH, USA.

Sun June 11th 3:30pm
The Chicken Eating Contest
Registration for this event is FREE! How fast can you eat a chicken dinner? The traditional chicken half is replaced by drumsticks. There is a 16-20 and a 21 & over division with cash prizes. Register online at VersaillesPoultryDays.com or the day of the event.

Lily’s 10th Anniversary Bourbon Bash

June 7, 2023 By Dayton937

Lily’s in the Oregon District turned 10 last month and they are throwing a Bourbon Bash to celebrate on Thursday, June 15th.

Back in November, they travelled to NKY to do a bourbon barrel pick and they’ll be sampling their special single barrel bourbon along with 3 other fantastic samples from our pals at New Riff Distilling!

It’s also happens to be co-owner Blind Bob’s 70th birthday too, and as a treat, he’s bringing his friends TEAM VOID to play some surf rock ‘n roll music for you! The kitchen will also be putting together a special selection of small plates which will be available for purchase alongside our regular dinner menu!

Tickets are $30 and include a special welcome cocktail, 4 bourbon and rye samples presented by Rachel from RNDC and Jay from New Riff including the special Lily’s/Blind Bob’s single barrel selection, music from TEAM VOID, and tip. You can buy your ticket online.

The tasting begins at 630pm and will be lead by liquor rep Rachel from RNDC, Jay from New Riff Distilling, and Emily from Lily’s, then the kitchen will be open and TEAM VOID will help us celebrate with some groovy tunes! Event will take place on the back garden patio weather if no rain, inside if rain.

Milano’s Releases Summer Menu

June 6, 2023 By Dayton937

Milano’s Summer Menu is here! From Jalapeno Garlic Dippers to the Po’ Boy, what are you looking forward to trying the most?

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Graeter’s Second Bonus Flavor of the Summer Released

June 6, 2023 By Dayton937

Graeter’s Ice Cream, known for its indulgent, handcrafted flavors, signature chocolate chips and Old World French Pot process, is celebrating their annual introduction of Bonus Flavors. A “secret” that remains under lock and key until the day it’s released, guests will be made aware of the new flavors via broadcast media, social media, local scoop shops, the Graeter’s app and online store.

This year, five Bonus Flavors will be released in Graeter’s scoop shops and online.

The first bonus flavor, released May 15th is Dough’licious, a caramel brownie batter ice cream loaded with peanut butter dough, cookie dough, and brownie pieces.

The SECOND Bonus Flavor is Hot Honey Crunch made with crunchy honeycomb and sweet icing pieces combined with a little heat in this hot honey ice cream.

Each Bonus Flavor is considered a “Limited Time Only” flavor, and once the flavor is gone it is retired for the year. Buy it by the scoop in Graeter’s stores or ship nationwide at graeters.com!

Crabfest Is Back at Red Lobster

June 5, 2023 By Dayton937

Also new is the Crab & Oscar-Topped Sirloin – a half pound of snow crab paired with a 7-ounce sirloin topped with lump crab in a garlic cream and served with two sides.

New Crabby Cheese Fries feature seasoned fries topped with Red Lobster’s cheese sauce and lump crab in a garlic cream for $13.79.

Additionally, and for dessert, Red Lobster is offering new Strawberry Cheesecake, featuring Red Lobster’s vanilla bean cheesecake with a fresh strawberry topping and whipped cream.

Finally, Red Lobster is launching a selection of new seasonal beverages, including:

New Watermelon Martini: A seasonal twist on a classic, with New Amsterdam Gin and fresh mint. Available for $5 all day, every day.
New Ruby Mule: Featuring Deep Eddy Grapefruit Vodka and Q Ginger Beer, with a hint of raspberry.

“We’re thrilled to welcome back Crabfest after four years and to celebrate, we’re adding a flavor twist that’s sure to have guests cracking into crab like never before,” said Patty Trevino, chief marketing officer at Red Lobster.

Etana w/ Luv Locz Experiment Opening

June 4, 2023 By Dayton937

Etana rose to prominence in 2006 with an inimitable musical style that resists categorization. She is a mesmerizing performer whose vocals are as culturally defining as South Africa’s Miriam Makeba or Jamaica’s Marcia Griffiths and as dynamic as classic Whitney Houston. People are so consistently enthralled by Etana‘s music that several of “Free Expressions’” songs topped the charts in Jamaica and reggae charts internationally.

Luv Locz Experiment: Projects Unlimited Gem Series Opener

The Luv Locz Experiment is a Reggae infused funk’n soul band based out of Dayton, Ohio. The band was founded by Romair ‘Jay-Vez’ Hicks and Anthony ‘Saxtone’ Arrington in 2016. Since it’s creation. the founders added an additional seven members to create a unique sound that brings the perfect energy for any occasion. From original music to their own twist on your favorite tunes, you will be taken away from your seat and transported to the islands to dance your troubles away. Come witness the funk in reggae soul live.

Discover Rowing

June 4, 2023 By Dayton937

The Greater Dayton Rowing Association invites you to discover how rowing can boost your fun and fitness. Get introduced to the boats, oars, and basic body mechanics. Learn how to get in a boat safely, and get on the water in a team boat. Whether you are interested in recreational rowing or competition, this is an excellent introductory opportunity.

Experienced scullers and sweep rowers are welcome. Come down to the river and get back in the boat! We have membership discounts for summer-only college students, young adults, and the military.

Pre-registration is required. This event is for adults ages 18 years and older.

Be ready to row! Rowing is a water sport, and swimming skills are required. Wear close-fitting shorts and shirt, plus socks; and bring a water bottle.

For registration and more information, email us: [email protected]

Christopher’s to Serve Breakfast & Lunch for the Summer

June 4, 2023 By Dayton937

Christopher’s Restaurant & Catering is making some changes for the summer. Effective Tuesday, June 6th they be open for breakfast and lunch every weekday, Monday – Friday. They will not be serving dinner for the summer.

Here are the summer menu’s:

They say they are working on some exciting new ways to offer dinners and weekend brunch service at their banquet facility on Valley Street, so keep an eye out for more information on that soon.

Christopher’s Restaurant

4211 Linden Avenue
Dayton, Ohio 45432

Corner of Linden & Woodman, Between KFC and Chipotle

Breakfast, Monday – Friday, 8am – 2pm

Lunch, Monday – Friday, 11am – 2pm

Jazz on the Green Every Wednesday at Yankee Trace

June 4, 2023 By Dayton937

Head to Yankee Trace on Wednesday evenings for golf course views, smooth music and satisfying food and drinks. Performers include the top artists in the area! The music and atmosphere are complimentary, light entrees and beverages available from 5pm til 8pm.

Reservations can be booked by clicking o one of the dates below. For safety, the event Jazz may be moved indoors if inclement weather is forecasted.

Jazz on the Green Entertainers
June 7 Jazz Deron Bell Sold Out	June 14 Jazz Bob Depiro Reserve	June 21 Jazz Bob Depiro Reserve
June 28 Jazz Deron Bell Reserve	July 5 Jazz Deron Bell Reserve	July 12 Jazz Bob Depiro Reserve
July 19 Jazz Bob Depiro Reserve	July 26 Jazz Deron Bell Reserve	August 2 Jazz Bob Depiro Reserve
August 9 Jazz Deron Bell Reserve	August 16 Jazz Bob Depiro Reserve	August 23 Jazz Paul Caver Reserve

Yankee Trace

Free Breakfast Crunchwraps Every Tuesday In June!

June 4, 2023 By Dayton937

Taco Bell is about to launch a new promotion where Rewards members can score a free Breakfast Crunchwrap every Tuesday in June starting June 6, 2023.

While no purchase is necessary to score the freebie, the free Breakfast Crunchwrap will only be available during breakfast hours – before 11:00 a.m. local time.

To get your free Breakfast Crunchwrap, you’ll have to join Taco Bell Rewards, which you can do at www.tacobell.com/rewards. Once you’re signed up, you can get your free food via the Taco Bell app.

The brand’s Breakfast Crunchwrap features your choice of a sausage patty or bacon, plus fluffy eggs, cheddar cheese, creamy jalapeno sauce, and a full-size crispy hash brown wrapped inside a warm flour tortilla and grilled to go.