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Global Threads: Stories from Around the World with Omope Carter-Daboiku

September 12, 2020 By Dayton Most Metro

To celebrate Welcoming Week, September 12 – 20, the Dayton Metro Library has invited celebrated storyteller Omope Carter-Daboiku to share some of her favorite stories – some new, some old – that promote the universal values of cooperation, honesty, integrity and faith. All of her stories are adaptations of traditional ethnic folklore.

A different story will be posted on the Library’s Facebook page each day at 7:00 pm. The videos can be viewed anytime after the premier times listed below:

Tue., Sept. 15: Sky Blanket – cooperation between groups that don’t look alike

Wed., Sept. 16: 2 Good Yards of Cloth – honesty; appreciation for elders builds character

Thur., Sept. 17: The Seed – integrity means doing the right thing, even when no one is looking

Fri., Sept. 18: Mouse Seeks His Vision Quest – faith leads us to our destiny

Daboiku is an accomplished performance artist who has performed throughout the U.S. and internationally, including Turkey on behalf of the U.S. State Department. Her performances are lively, interactive, and uniquely designed from a global repertoire.

“Immigrants enrich our culture by adding their folklore and personal narratives of their journey to become citizens of the United States,” said Daboiku.

Daboiku’s affiliation with Dayton Metro Library began with “Jack and his cousin Brer Rabbit,” which explored traditional Appalachian tales. In 2019, she created “Star Stories and Constellations” for the Library’s Summer Challenge. This past February, she conducted the Muse Machine residency, “Making Art, Building Community,” with middle school students at Stivers and Ruskin. She wrote scripts from the students’ life stories, and staged an evening performance at the Main Library. Currently, she is a community producer with WYSO, vice-president of the Ohio Storytelling Network, and a published poet. Her other passions include textile art, writing about growing up in Appalachia, world history, and urban agriculture.

To view the Global Threads videos, visit the Dayton Metro Library’s Facebook page. For more information, visit DaytonMetroLibrary.org or call 937-463-2665.

Five Rivers MetroParks Tree Seedlings Give Away to Help with Tornado Reforestation Efforts

September 10, 2020 By Dayton Most Metro

Five Rivers MetroParks will give away thousands of native tree seedlings to help reforest areas that were damaged during the 2019 Memorial Day tornadoes. The giveaway is part of MetroParks’ reforestation initiative, Healing Nature, designed to assist property owners and communities in Montgomery County that were impacted by the tornadoes with tree replacement and habitat restoration.

Community members can pick up the free tree seedlings in the parking lot at Wegerzyn Gardens MetroPark, 1301 E. Siebenthaler Ave. Seedlings will be distributed in a drive thru-style pick up designed so community members can remain in their vehicles at a safe social distance.

Friday, Sept. 18 — 3 to 7 p.m.
Saturday, Sept. 19 — 8 a.m. to noon

Community members can select up to three seedlings from a selection of 21 native trees. Tree seedlings will come in easy-to-handle containers with directions on how to plant and care for them. MetroParks staff, wearing masks, will be on site to help with tree selection and answer questions. A list of the available tree seedlings, along with information about each species, is available now at metroparks.org/healing-nature.

Trees will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. The community is asked to reserve tree seedling pick up for those who own, manage or maintain property or natural areas damaged during the tornadoes. The trees are intended to aid in long-term reforestation efforts as the Dayton region continues to recover from the 2019 tornadoes.

“Five Rivers MetroParks has a specific long-term role to play in efforts to recover from the tornadoes, which is restoring lost habitat,” said Becky Benná, Five Rivers MetroParks’ executive director. “An untold number of trees, shrubs and other plants critical to our region’s wildlife and natural heritage were lost during the storms. It’s important we replant in the areas where so many were lost to tornado damage.”

Five Rivers MetroParks staff and volunteers grow native trees from seeds at the Barbara Cox Center for Sustainable Horticulture at Cox Arboretum MetroPark, which is the source of the seedlings.

Donations can be made to the Five Rivers MetroParks Foundation to support Healing Nature. Funds will be used to help restore lost habitats in tornado-damaged areas, including Wegerzyn Gardens MetroPark. To make a donation, visit metroparks.org/healing-nature or contact Beth Redden, chief of philanthropy, at 937-275-PARK.

“Trees not only provide habitat for wildlife and places of respite for humans: Trees improve air quality, mitigate stormwater, provide shade and enhance aesthetic beauty, and increase property values,” Benná said. “It’s important we heal the nature that heals our community.”

DLM Killer Brownies Take On Pumpkin Spice

September 9, 2020 By Dayton Most Metro

Pumpkin season is officially here, and the Dorothy Lane Market Bakery has something new to satisfy your craving. Introducing the new Pumpkin Killer Brownie®, featuring spiced pumpkin purée folded into a moist blonde brownie with crunchy pecans, white chocolate chips, and a velvety layer of that smooth signature caramel.

Available in stores at Dorothy Lane Market and Shop.DorothyLane.com seasonally, this particular new flavor is one that The Killer Brownie® Company has been on a mission to bring to life, but it was a matter of doing it just right. The Killer Brownie® Company Product Development & Quality Manager Julia Hoy says that they considered using a chocolate brownie base, but that ultimately the blonde brownie complemented the flavor profile just right to allow the pumpkin to shine. “In the end, the combination of our blonde brownie, caramel, spiced pumpkin, and white chocolate creates a very sweet holiday treat,” Hoy says. “When we bake these, the spiced pumpkin smell reaches well beyond our facility and into the surrounding neighborhoods.”

Killer Brownie® debuted in 1985 with The Original—a layered chocolate brownie chock-full of pecans that sandwiches a blanket of velvety caramel. This has been a beloved Dayton food treasure ever since, even voted No. 1 in Goldbelly’s national food bracket in 2016. Over the years, new varieties of Killer Brownie® have been added:

PB&J Killer Brownie

Confetti Killer Brownie

Cookie Dough Killer Brownie

Blonde Ambition Killer Brownie

Not-A-Nutter Killer Brownie

German Chocolate Killer Brownie

Salted Caramel Killer Brownie

You can even ship a tray of assorted Killer Brownie Bites to you favorite
brownie lover.

COOKING ALONE … TOGETHER with GRIST

September 9, 2020 By Dayton Most Metro

COOKING ALONE … TOGETHER! DOORS OF COMPASSION EDITION to benefit The Ronald McDonald House Charities Dayton. Your participation helps provide community, comfort, and hope to families of seriously ill children.

Join Chefs Casey and Patrick Van Voorhis as they guide you through a virtual cooking class featuring a wine tutorial by Brent Wagener, EVP, Wine – Heidelberg Distributing, this Sat, Sept 19th at 6pm

What you Get:

Restaurant-grade ingredients PLUS a virtual cooking class so you can make a three-course meal at home
A cocktail to enjoy while preparing your meal
One bottle of wine perfectly paired with your meal

How Does it Work?

Choose your registration type and make your payment in the link provided.
You will receive an email immediately confirming your reservation was received. This is your dinner reservation!
You will receive another email NO LATER THAN 5:00 pm on Wednesday, September 16th providing you with a link to the virtual cooking class.
Pick up your pre-measured and individually packaged ingredients on Friday, September 18th (exact times and details will be provided in your Wednesday correspondence).
Log on to the Zoom virtual cooking experience Saturday, September 19th at 6:00 pm!

https://rmhcdayton.org/september-cooking-alone-together/

Graeter’s Offers Free Elena’s Blueberry Pie Ice Cream Cone For the Cure

September 9, 2020 By Dayton Most Metro

Inspired by the story of Elena Desserich, Graeter’s formed a partnership with The Cure Starts Now – the international charity originally founded in her honor – to help raise awareness and much needed funding for pediatric cancer research. Since teaming up in 2009, Graeter’s, with the help of supporters like you, has raised $995,200 with the Cones for the Cure event.

Graeter’s Sweet Reward members will receive an offer for a Free single dip sugar cone of Elena’s Blueberry Pie ice cream during Cones for the Cure. See Graeter’s App for more details.

Don’t have the app? Get a coupon here.

About The Cure Starts Now:
The Cure Starts Now represents something truly different – a grassroots effort dedicated to, not just fighting one cancer, but the elimination of ALL cancers.

THE DETAILS:

One single dip of Elena’s Blueberry Pie ice cream in a sugar cone
No purchase necessary (though a donation to The Cure Starts Now would be much appreciated)
Offer valid only 9/10/2020 – 9/20/2020
No substitutions. While supplies last.
Limit one coupon per customer.
At participating Greater Cincinnati, Dayton, Cleveland, Chicago, Columbus, Indianapolis, Lexington, Louisville, and Pittsburgh locations

Graeter’s Sweet Reward members will receive an offer for a Free single dip sugar cone of Elena’s Blueberry Pie ice cream during Cones for the Cure. See Graeter’s App for more details. Don’t have the app? No worries:

When you stop in for your free scoop of Elena’s Blueberry Pie ice cream, be sure to pick up a Graeter’s coupon book for a $5 donation to The Cure Starts Now. All proceeds from the sales will be donated to the foundation in support of innovative cancer research.

Tonic Dayton Presents RIVER VIBES

September 8, 2020 By Dayton Most Metro

RIVER VIBES is a celebration of life along the Little Miami River in southwest Ohio centered around outdoor recreation, art, music, conservation, wellness and education. Hosted on the second weekend of September annually, conservation groups, businesses, non-profits, and citizen environmental stewards will come together to create diverse opportunities to appreciate the Little Miami River. We hope to cultivate the next generation of stewards to celebrate, protect and connect to one of Ohio’s most precious wild and scenic rivers

TEDxDayton 2020 Creating New Format

September 8, 2020 By Dayton Most Metro

A new event will be brought to the community this November: TEDxDayton 2020. TEDxDayton has adapted to the current circumstances and are gearing up for an event with a twist on their usual Signature Event.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, plans for the annual TEDxDayton Signature Event have had to change. It is usually held in October at the Victoria Theatre, but this year that is not the case.

Photo by Knack Creative

“2020 is changing the game for everyone, and TEDxDayton is taking advantage of the momentum to innovate and to explore all kinds of new possibilities. After all, innovation is at the very heart of what makes Dayton special.” said Bridget S. Hutt, Signature Event Co-Chair. “We have so many exciting tricks up our sleeve, and we can’t wait to share this year’s event with our fabulous TEDxDayton community.”

This event will still include local speakers who will bring “ideas worth spreading” in topics such as arts, science, education, and more. Local performers will also be included.

“Each year, the goal of TEDxDayton is to identify speakers who deliver unique perspectives on a topic or fresh idea worth spreading.” said Brenden Wynn, Signature Event and Speakers Committee Co-Chair. “While this year has presented opportunities to adjust our strategy, we are proud to have a stellar line up of 2020 speakers who will leave our audiences energized and inspired by talks that will resonate long after the conclusion of the event.”

More information as to the new venue, date of the event, and speaker and performer names will be announced within the coming weeks. For questions, email [email protected].

Last Chance to Apply for Startup Week Pitch Competiton!

September 7, 2020 By Dayton Most Metro

Tomorrow is the last day to apply to pitch at the Startup Week Early Risers Pitch Competition for your shot to win $2,500 + $750 in services!

This year’s pitch competition is sponsored by The ONEIL Center at Wright State University, which provides services to small businesses ranging from proposal writing support to graphic design and basic web design.

They are looking for up to 10 startups — five tech cos & five main street businesses — to pitch for cash prizes this year. First place winners in each category will receive $2,500 cash + $750 in services from The ONEIL Center; second place winners will receive $500 in services; and all finalists who pitch will receive $200 in services.

Companies must be:

• less than four years old

• under $50K in revenue or investment

• connected to the Dayton region

The innovation track is geared for tech-enabled startups or companies developing intellectual property that want to scale their business broadly & sell beyond the greater Dayton region. The main street track is geared for companies that serve the local population such as restaurants, marketing firms, coffee shops, etc.

— Vaniti Byrd, Founder, Baba Love Organics, & winner of the 2019 Startup Week Early Risers Pitch Competition

“It was a good day that honestly was a springboard for us. We made some great introductions. We learned about resources available in the area, and that was amazing and took us on a new trajectory.”

— Carlos Portis, Cofounder, Soft Cards, & winner of the 2018 Startup Week Early Risers Pitch Competition

APPLY BY SEPT. 8. Finalists will be notified the week of Sept. 15. The pitch will be Tuesday, Sept. 22 at 6p. Finalists will have four minutes to pitch. A diverse panel of experts will judge the competition and select the winners.

The Pack “Stream Live” from The Barrel House

September 7, 2020 By Dayton Most Metro

The Pack is back! With a new STREAM ONLY show! This time we will be performing from one of the best bars in town, The Barrel House! This is a free event to watch from the comfort of your own home! All we ask for is tips! Please tune in September 12th at 8pm on The Barrel House’s Facebook page!

Map and Compass Course

September 5, 2020 By Dayton Most Metro

Looking to develop compass skills for a local trail? Or a backcountry backpacking trip? Join Trek and Paddle for the Compass On-Trail Course to gain foundational “on-trail” compass skills! Use this opportunity to introduce yourself to or refresh your compass skills in a hands on learning environment.

7th Annual Bike the Boro

September 3, 2020 By Dayton Most Metro

7th Annual Bike the Boro features 2-, 10- and 16-mile rides, giving cyclists of all ages and levels the opportunity to ride throughout the City. All rides start at 10 a.m.

Bicycle and helmet giveaways, helmet fittings along with exhibitors including bike shops and bicycle education. Social distancing and facial coverings required in vendor area.

This is a free event, however, registration for t-shirt is encouraged. Course maps and registration are available at ci.springboro.oh.us.

3 Magical Days, Madrigal Knights Offered by Ohio Renaissance Festival

September 3, 2020 By Dayton Most Metro

While the Ohio Renaissance Festival has been cancelled for 2020, they folks behind the festival have created 3 one-day festivals they are calling Magical Days, Madrigal Knights! A limited area on the grounds will open from 2pm to 10pm. The Festival days will be September 12, September 26 and October 10. Admission tickets are $10.

The renaissance village will be opened on a limited basis with shopping, food and drinks, entertainment, and the highlight of the event, a MADRIGAL FEAST hosted by your favorite village characters. There will be shows and live entertainment happening throughout the festival day at the Pirate Shipwreck stage, 3 Fools stage, and Aleing Knight stage. You can expect to see: performances by Ramblin Rhythms Belly Dance, Wenches a’Wailing, Father Son and Friends, Lads on the Lash, Pirate’s Creed, Rogues of Rafferty, The Sirens, Irate Pyrate, PB& J Circus, Cirque Lapin, The Queen’s Choice Musicians, Made Up Mayhem, Witches of Willy Nilly and other village characters. There will be opportunities to take part in a Whiskey Tasting at 4pm and the Naughty Bawdy Pub Show will begin at 8pm.

Your visit wouldn’t be the same with the food and drink the RenFest is known for, so the Aleing Knight Pub, 1572 Roadhouse Bar-B-Q, 3 Fools Pub and the Tiki Bar will all be open for your dining pleasure. Also over 20 booths will be open for your shopping pleasure.

There is also an option to purchase a ticket which includes a 5 course Madrigal Feast for $79. You’ll be dining with the Queen and your favorite Willy Nilly villagers in a night of food, drink, song, and play and you’ll receive a collectible 2020 King Mug and 2020 ORF pin. The menu for the feast includes:

On The Table
Fruit & Cheese Platter

Starters
Onion & Mushroom Bisque
Goddess Salad

Meats
Roast Prime Rib
Irish Bangers Sausage
Roasted Chicken Thighs
Smoked Pork Tenderloin

Vegetables
Honey Roasted Carrots
Herb Roasted Red Potatoes

Dessert
Baked Apple Dumpling with Cinnamon Sauce

Beverages
Beer
Wine
and More
Served in a collectible 2020 King Mug

All courses will be served by costumed characters, except the fruit & cheese platter.

All employees and customers are required to wear masks except for eating or drinking or when 6 feet social distancing between people/groups can be done. A voluntary touchless temperature screening tent will be available prior to entering the village for guests. Social distancing will be in effect in lines for beverages, seating, stage seating, and ticketing. A minimum of 12 feet will be between the stage and the audience. Additional hand sanitizing stations will be placed throughout the village.

Advance tickets are suggested, as their will be limited number of attendees admitted. Purchase online here. Festival grounds are located at 10542 East State Route 73 in Waynesville.

The Co Announces New Curator

September 1, 2020 By Dayton Most Metro

The Contemporary Dayton (The Co) is elated to announce the partnership with Michael Goodson as the new Curator and Director of Programs. Goodson’s talents span over 20 years curating exhibitions for The Wexner Center for the Arts, The Ohio State University, Beeler Gallery at Columbus College of Art & Design, and James Cohan Gallery, NY.

Michael Goodson. Photo credit: Briana Snyder

“I am very pleased to be joining the The Contemporary Dayton’s team in what is essentially a return to where my connection with and understanding of the power of art first began,” Goodson recalls. “When I first spoke with Eva Buttacavoli, Executive Director & Chief Curator of The Co about the vision of that she has nurtured over the last decade, it was immediately clear to me that Dayton and its surrounding communities are now, and perhaps always have been, ready for the challenge of contemporary art.”

Goodson’s plans will expand programming to create a significant shift in exhibitions that will integrate themes surrounding social injustice and equity from internationally renowned and local artists. The Co’s exhibition lineup for 2020–2021 includes a series of exciting exhibitions that kick off on Friday, September 11, 2020, with Goodson’s longtime friend, artist Nari Ward, and his breathtaking art installation We The People. Following in 2021, Goodson will be curating exhibitions from locally acclaimed Dayton artists, Zachary Armstrong and Mychaelyn Michalec.

“This is a new and exciting era for The Co and I am thrilled to have Michael Goodson with his many connections to the art world and his never-ending sensitivity to artists in the Dayton area,” said Eva Buttacavoli, Executive Director & Chief Curator of The Co. “Goodson is an accomplished leader with a track record of strategic planning for exhibitions that fuel visitor’s curiosity while creating a personal connection to the artwork.

As a teenager, Goodson moved to Dayton as a part of a Wright-Patterson family and completed his undergraduate work in studio art at Wright State University and taught sculpture and performance art at Hunter College, NY. He also taught studio and art history at Wright State and Wittenberg University. He holds an MFA in sculpture from Cranbrook Academy of Art, MI and has organized single artist exhibitions by Diana Al-Hadid, Charles Atlas, Leonardo Drew, Trenton Doyle Hancock, Jessica Jackson Hutchins, Donald Moffett, Carrie Moyer, Roxy Paine, Yinka Shonibare, Robert Smithson, Fred Tomaselli, and many others.

MetroParks Growing Solutions to Help Alleviate Hunger in the Dayton Region

September 1, 2020 By Dayton Most Metro

Each year during the growing season, MetroParks gleans produce grown in its gardens at Cox Arboretum, Wegerzyn Gardens, Carriage Hill and Possum Creek MetroPark to donate to local organizations. This summer, Five Rivers MetroParks partnered with local non-profit, Access to Excess, to provide fresh, local produce to those who struggle with hunger in our community. This year, MetroParks is asking for the community’s help to provide produce to those who need it most.

Before COVID-19 impacted the Dayton region, it was already challenged with a 16.9% food insecurity rate – more than 5% higher than the national average, according to Feeding America. A recent Census Household Pulse Survey indicates that food insecurity rates have nearly doubled in Ohio due to the pandemic.

Because of the considerable need for fresh, nutritious food, MetroParks has an ambitious goal to double the amount of food typically donated to local organizations during the growing season. In 2019, MetroParks donated more than 1,760 pounds of produce from the Demonstration Garden at Possum Creek, alone. Typically, annual donations top more than 1 ton of produce.

Gardeners can help MetroParks reach it’s goal of donating 2 tons of food by dropping off extra produce from their gardens at either Possum Creek or Wegerzyn MetroParks on the upcoming dates:

Wegerzyn Gardens MetroPark parking lot, from 9 to 11:30 a.m.

Tuesday, Sept. 1
Tuesday, Sept. 8
Tuesday, Sept. 15
Tuesday, Sept. 22
Tuesday, Sept 29

Possum Creek MetroPark farm house, from 9 to 11:30 a.m.

Friday, Aug. 28
Wednesday, Sept. 2
Friday, Sept. 4
Wednesday, Sept. 9
Friday, Sept. 11
Wednesday, Sept. 16
Friday, Sept. 18
Wednesday, Sept. 23
Friday, Sept. 25
Wednesday, Sept. 30

Please note: For the safety of MetroParks staff and other parkgoers, people with donations should wear a face covering during drop off and observe social distancing guidelines.

Produce will be collected by Access to Excess and distributed to those who struggle with hunger during these challenging times.

“Really, no donation is too small, and we are accepting all kinds of produce,” said MetroParks community gardening coordinator, Kaitlyn Lowry.

For those who wish to grow their own produce at home, MetroParks is offering free second season gardening kits thanks to a generous grant from Whole Foods. Kits will be distributed at the Foodbank drive thru Aug 25 and Aug. 26, from 1 to 3 p.m. Three hundred kits will be give away on a first come, first serve basis. Gardening kits are filled with seeds that will grow well in late-summer into fall. All the information needed to plant and care for fall veggies will be in the gardening kits as well.

Fresh produce is a running theme through MetroParks, as locally grown produce is often more nutritious and less taxing on the environment. MetroParks is often working with local organizations to develop unique ways to promote healthy eating, supporting local farmers and community gardening. As such, MetroParks staff are acutely aware are Dayton’s hunger-related issues.

Going beyond the garden, MetroParks offers benefit programs at the 2nd Street Market that ensure equitable access to the fresh produce offered by local growers.

“We’re so proud to be located downtown, but that also gives us a lot of responsibility,” said 2^nd Street Market manager Lynda Suda. “We are one of the only locations where people can shop for fresh food in the downtown area. Additionally, there are food deserts just a short distance away, so we have to take food equity and accessibility very, very seriously.”

With a goal to make the Market a more inclusive shopping space, MetroParks developed a partnership with local non-profit, Homefull, to start programs that provide better access to fresh food.

Homefull clients are paid to vend the produce grown on their urban farms at the 2nd Street Market. These client-employees also run the EBT/SNAP exchange, where people who use these benefits can receive tokens to use at the Market in lieu of cash or cards.

In addition to offering EBT/SNAP, the Market also offers Produce Perks, a matching program that encourages shoppers to purchase more fresh produce. Those who use EBT/SNAP benefits receive a dollar-for-dollar match — up to $20 per visit — for every dollar spent on produce. New this summer, the Market is one of the only farmers markets in the region to offer the Seniors Farmers Market Nutrition Program.

Registration is LIVE for the Virtual 2020 Techstars Startup Week

September 1, 2020 By Dayton Most Metro

In its fifth year, the free, annual, week-long, entrepreneur-led, community-focused conference brings together the Dayton region’s entrepreneurs and small business owners in a virtual setting. All experiences are welcome, from seasoned entrepreneurs to new community members: there is space for everyone to join in.

“We’re excited to bring Startup Week back for a fifth year and while we’re disappointed we can’t see everyone in person this year, we hope this pivot to a virtual event will allow more people to tap into the expertise and energy in Dayton’s startup community,” said John Owen, Wright State Applied Research Corporation program manager and lead organizer for Techstars Startup Week Dayton.

On Monday and Tuesday, Sept. 21-22, Startup Week Dayton will bring the community together around inspirational local founders who offer applicable advice for various industries.

Erica McGeady

High-level speakers who will grace the virtual main stage include:

- - Marty Grunder, founder of Grunder Landscaping
  - Kala Gibson, executive vice president & head of business banking at Fifth Third Bank and board chair of MORTAR
  - Jerricha Hoskins, founder of the million-dollar haircare line Arcani Coil Care
  - Robin Gentry-McGee, the Functional Formularies founder who recently sold her medtech company
  - Erica McGeady, founder of EricaFitLove and trainer on The Biggest Loser
  - Lance Juhas, chief operating officer of Piada
  - Stephen Hightower, founder of Hightowers Petroleum Co.: one of the country’s largest fuel suppliers

Monday evening will wrap up with a social event featuring two local businesses. Snag your signature Startup Week cocktail from new avant-garde bar Tender Mercy and play Dayton startup trivia hosted by Liftoff Entertainment.

Tuesday evening will feature the annual Early Risers: Startup Week Pitch Competition. Ten startups across both tech and main street categories will compete for cash prizes. Apply to pitch by Sept. 8:

Wednesday through Friday, attendees will be able to delve deeper into their own business needs with industry-specific tracks that include sessions on how to find funding and customers in the food and beverage, health / beauty / wellness products, medtech, materials and manufacturing and defense industries. Topics and speakers include:

- - in Health / Beauty / Wellness: “Holistic Branding: How to Stand Out in a Crowded Marketplace”
  - in Medtech: “Don’t Tell Me, Show Me: 12 Months of MedTech Deals”
  - in Food & Beverage: “The Rapid Fired, Hot Head Story” by founder Ray Wiley
  - in Defense: “A Look Forward at U.S. Air Force Research and Development Priorities” by Brig. Gen. Heather Pringle, Air Force Research Laboratory Cmrd.
  - in Materials & Manufacturing: “The State of Manufacturing in Ohio” by JobsOhio’s Glenn Richardson

Anthony Head

Throughout the evening, Launch Dayton will also present the first Launch Dayton Startup Storytelling Night in collaboration with LORE. Founders Anthony Head of The Chicken Spot and Vaniti Bryd of Baba Love Organics will take the virtual stage between pitches to share their launch stories.

“Winning the pitch competition during Startup Week Dayton was by far one of the most exciting milestones yet for Baba Love Organics,” said Byrd, who was one of the 2019 Early Risers: Startup Week Pitch Competition winners. “It was my first time to compete among other small business owners and share the Baba Love vision in front of so many guests.”

This year, Startup Week Dayton will also broadcast 30-second pre-recorded elevator pitches from attendees between sessions. Attendees can submit a 30-second recording introducing themselves and their business and sharing a need. Launch Dayton will share recordings to connect attendees to the community to help attendees move their companies forward. Submit here: https://bit.ly/ElevatorPitchDSW

Techstars Startup Week Dayton 2020 is made possible through support from title sponsors Fifth Third Bank, The Entrepreneurs Center and WSARC. WSARC’s Launch Dayton efforts are supported by the Entrepreneurial Services Provider program administered locally by The Entrepreneurs Center.

Help Pets in Need Through the Virtual Furry Skurry

September 1, 2020 By Dayton Most Metro

Dust off those capes, grab your pet and go the distance with us! The animals are calling, and they need your help! For the 29^th annual Furry Skurry, we are all staying safe and staying socially distant by taking all the fun and turning it into a month-long, action-packed virtual event.

Join the Humane Society of Greater Dayton as we train together, stay motivated together and build a community with other walking and running pet lovers! The ultimate mission, to raise awareness and much-needed funds to help the homeless animals that need our help right here in the Miami Valley.

REGISTER ONLINE NOW AT WWW.HSDAYTON.ORG/FS

“The Virtual Furry Skurry is an excellent time to safely get out in the fresh air and start moving all while supporting the animals,” said Brian Weltge, President & CEO of the Humane Society of Greater Dayton. “The wonderful thing about this year’s all virtual event is that you can join in on the fun no matter where you are in the world.”

Since this year’s event runs for the entire month of September, it looks slightly different than previous years. Instead of doing the typical 5K race, we have a new goal in mind – walking 25,000 miles overall! In just five years, it is estimated that the Humane Society of Greater Dayton has impacted the lives of 25,000 animals here in the Dayton community. As we come together to celebrate those animals who got their second chances, we ask you to help us reach our goal of walking (or running) 25,000 miles overall throughout the month of September in honor of the next 25,000 animals who will need us to be their voice and provide them with the love and care they deserve.

Despite being a virtual event, participants can still feel like part of the Furry Skurry community. We have a Virtual Furry Skurry Group on Facebook where they can engage and interact with other participants. In addition, we will have weekly contests, tips and more to keep people motivated throughout the month. We will also mail each registered person their participant swag, so they don’t miss out on any of the fun goodies that come along with being a part of the event’s festivities.

“This is a great way to come together with your family to help a good cause,” said Weltge. “You can build a team, challenge friends and coworkers or just get out and move with your favorite pet. No matter how you choose to move, the end result will be that you are helping to raise awareness and support the animals in our care and for that you are a superhero in our eyes!”

To participate in this event, visit www.hsdayton.org/FS. Participants can register at any point from now through the end of September.

Where Do the Funds Go?

All proceeds raised from this event help care for the homeless animals at the Humane Society of Greater Dayton. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit agency, the Humane Society of Greater Dayton receives no government funding and relies solely on the donations of individuals, companies and grants to run nearly all of the programs and services it offers to the community. They are dedicated to building loving relationships between people and pets. Founded 118 years ago, it is a no-kill animal shelter and the oldest, most-established animal welfare agency in the area. It focuses on pet adoptions, eliminating pet overpopulation, providing education and ensuring the humane treatment of animals. For more information about the Humane Society of Greater Dayton, call (937) 268-PETS (7387) or visit www.hsdayton.org.