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Goldman Sachs FREE Small Businesses Program Links Learning to Action

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Sinclair is partnering with Goldman Sachs to prepare 10,000 small business owners who want to take their business to the next level. It’s like an intensive MBA delivered over 14 weeks.

 

The Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program is designed to link learning to action. Through the program, participants will gain practical skills in topics such as negotiation, marketing, and employee management that can immediately be put into action. In addition, they will receive the tools and professional support they need to develop a strategic and customized business growth plan that will take their company to the next level.

EDUCATION FOR BUSINESS GROWTH

Designed by Babson College, the nation’s top-ranked entrepreneurship school, the 10,000 Small Businesses curriculum focuses on practical skills that small business managers can immediately put into action within their company. Over the course of the program, small business owners will gain the skills needed to recognize new opportunities, embrace practices that increase business growth and ultimately develop a customized growth plan for their business.

The curriculum is organized into nine modules and four clinics geared around small business management training, each of which includes classroom discussion, peer learning exercises, skill building and experiential applications. Classroom activities are complemented by an integrated portfolio of business services, including: one-on-one business advice, legal and financial clinics, and networking opportunities.

Module 1: You and Your Business

Module 2: Growth and Opportunities

Module 3: Money and Metrics

Module 4: You Are the Leader

Module 5: It’s the People

Module 6: Marketing and Selling

Module 7: Strategic Growth Through Operations

Module 8: Being Bankable

Module 9: Action for Growth

A Supportive Network of Advisors and Peers

Participants will receive one-on-one business advising and the opportunity to learn from other like-minded business owners. The 10,000 Small Businesses program provides this expert advice and technical assistance through partnerships with national and local business organizations and professional services firms.

Criteria to qualify includes:
-Small business owner or small business co-owner
-Business in operation for at least two years
-Business revenues over $150,000 in the most recent fiscal year
-Business with a minimum of four employees (including the owner)

This link provides more details about program eligibility.

The Dayton cohort runs May 7-July 31. This program is underwritten by Goldman Sachs, so there’s no cost business owners. The greatest investment is your time and commitment!

 

38th Annual Cooking School Features Oregon District Chefs

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Chefs from five restaurants all located in Dayton’s historic Oregon District will share their culinary skills in “cook and dine” classes in the 38th annual AFS (American Field Service) Cooking School. Proceeds from the annual cooking school benefit the Dayton area team of AFS Intercultural Programs’ high school student exchanges. This year a portion of the money raised will go to The Dayton Foundation’s Dayton Oregon District Tragedy Fund.

The 2020 cooking series offers a sampling of the Oregon District’s diverse array of cuisine and dining options. The five cooking classes and dinners will be held from 6:30 to 9:00 pm, Mondays, February 3rd to March 9th in the Consumer Science room at Centerville High School, 500 E. Franklin St. in Centerville.

The 2020 classes are scheduled as follows:

Chef Liz Valenti

Feb. 3:  Chef Liz Valenti of Wheat Penny Oven and Bar reflects her Italian-American background growing up in Chicago and culinary training in California. The Wheat Penny menu includes a variety of entrees and pizza made with dough containing starter from a 100-year old Italian bakery in Chicago, handmade pastas served in traditional and contemporary styles, flavorful vegetable dishes, cheeses and ice creams made in-house daily.   

Feb. 10:  Chef Margot Blondet of Salar Restaurant is known for the freshest and most natural ingredients, all of which are sourced locally or made fresh, in-house every day. Salar features world fusion cuisine with strong Peruvian, French and Mediterranean influences.

Feb. 24:  Chefs Patrick & Casey Van Voorhis of Grist are newcomers to Dayton. Some of their specialties include signature breads, pasta and dishes with a variety of culinary influences. Casey and Patrick are graduates of the Culinary Institute of America, Hyde Park, NY and have extensive teaching and fine-dining experience at several Michelin starred restaurants, most recently serving as co-executive chefs at Spoonbar restaurant in Healdsburg, CA.

March 2:  Chef Melissa Deaton of Dublin Pub offering distinguished Gastropub Irish fare, with a fusion of European & American influences. Chef Melissa writes and executes the renowned menus for the Pub’s monthly, four-course, themed dinner events.

March 9:  Chef Jeff Robinson and owner Amy Haverstick of Jay’s Seafood – – the historic, elegant and welcoming Oregon District landmark. Family owned for over 40 years, Jay’s features a wide variety of fresh seafood and steaks prepared with traditional and creative methods as well as house made salad dressings and desserts.

According to volunteer Eileen Baker “the AFS Cooking School’s volunteer staff gratefully appreciates not only the talent and generous participating chefs and restaurateurs, but also the support, cooperation and community spirit of the many fine Oregon District restaurants in helping to organize the 2020 classes.”

All classes combine culinary demonstrations by the chefs with hands-on participation by each student in groups of four with individualized chef supervision. Classes are casual, fun and informative. Each evening’s class includes chef demonstration and class preparation of a 3-course meal.  Chefs and their restaurants provide an amuse bouche as well as all the food for the evening. Each evening concludes with a sit-down dinner that students helped prepare, complete with fresh flowers, colorful table linens and specialty roast coffee. These classes WILL sell out, so reserve quickly! 

The cost is $55 per person, per class. Classes are limited to 20 students. Each evening’s class includes chef demonstration and class preparation of a 3-course meal.

For availability of classes and more information call or text Nell Petry at 937 469-1774 or email her at [email protected]. Classes often fill quickly, however waiting lists are kept for each class in the event of cancellations. To make reservations, send payment with completed registration form to: Nell Petry, 1465 Cross Creek Circle, Kettering, OH 45429.  Space is limited to 20 students per class.  These classes are very popular, so seats fill quickly!!  Once a class is filled, a waiting list is created.  All registrations are taken on a first received, first recorded basis.

A completed registration form, with payment (checks only, made payable to Dayton AFS) must be in the possession of the coordinator to reserve a seat.  Feel free to mail or deliver your paperwork to the above address.  A box will be on the front porch for your convenience in delivering your paperwork.  Write the date and time you drop off your registration and place in the box.  Mail is collected daily.  If you have a question, you may reach me at: [email protected] or text 937-469-1774

For information about AFS Intercultural Programs please visit https://afs.org .

MAN OF LA MANCHA

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Inspired by Miguel de Cervantes’ seventeenth-century masterpiece Don Quixote, MAN OF LA MANCHA is one of the most successful and popular musicals in Broadway history. Powerful, brutal, hilarious, and heartbreaking, MAN OF LA MANCHA celebrates the perseverance of a dying old man who refuses to relinquish his ideals or his passion. The celebrated score includes “The Impossible Dream,” “I, Don Quixote,” “Dulcinea,” “I Really Like Him,” “Little Bird,” and “To Each His Dulcinea.

Lily’s Bistro Oyster Fest

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Lily’s Bistro will celebrate their third annual Oyster Fest from Tuesday, January 14th until Saturday, January 18th from 5:00pm until 9:00pm each night. The event will feature a variety of oyster preparations as well as champagne and sparkling wine specials.
“This is one of the restaurant’s most popular yearly traditions, as having fresh oysters in the midst of wintry weather is a treat for the senses,” said Lily’s Bistro Owner Emily Mendenhall. “Oyster Fest is the equivalent of a beach vacation for your tastebuds!”
Lily’s will feature a special dinner menu Tuesday through Saturday focusing on the variety of their oyster preparations. This includes two varieties of $2 oysters on the half shell, as there will be both Assorted East Coast and West Coast Kumamoto oysters available. There will also be oyster soup and appetizers such as fried oysters with Louisiana remoulade. Entree options include oyster scampi and the fried oyster po’ boy. Oysters will be fresh, and supplies will be limited.
“We’ll have plenty of options suitable for both serious oyster fans and those who come out to try something new,” Mendenhall said. “You really can’t go wrong with mollusks this fresh prepared by the experts in our kitchen.”
329 E Fifth Street
Dayton’s Oregon District
937-723-7637

BRUNCH: Friday through Sunday 10am-3pm

FULL SEASONAL DINNER MENU:
Tuesday-Thursday 5pm-9:00pm,
Friday and Saturday 5-10:00pm (bar open later on Friday and Saturday)
Sunday Local, Free-range, Fried Chicken Dinner (special menu only) 5pm-9pm

 

The Charlie Daniels Band and The Marshall Tucker Band Bring “Fire on the Mountain” To The Rose

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This morning, southern rock icons The Charlie Daniels Band (CDB) and The Marshall Tucker Band (MTB) announced the “Fire on the Mountain” tour, a national road show that will bring together two of the genre’s most beloved musical legends. The tour hits the road this spring and will continue throughout 2020 with more than 20 live concert dates taking place by the year’s end. The tour will kick-off on April 23rd in Enid, OK and will include a stop in Huber Heights, OH at Rose Music Center on Saturday, May 2nd. Fellow southern rocker Kyle Daniel will join Daniels and the MTB as support.

Tickets for the Huber Heights show will go on sale to the public beginning at 11:00am on Friday, January 17th at www.Ticketmaster.com and www.Rosemusiccenter.com. Ticket prices include parking and are subject to applicable Ticketmaster fees.  Dates, times and artists subject to change without notice. All events rain or shine.

“The idea of us touring again with the CDB leads to all kinds of possibilities,” says MTB lead singer Doug Gray. “It’s not just about the music, but also the friendships and the reunion with the fans who’ve been with us for many years. We’ll be playing all of our hit songs as well as material from an upcoming re-released vinyl album.”

The tour title is a nod to The Marshall Tucker Band’s 1978 hit song, “Fire on the Mountain,” as well as The Charlie Daniels Band’s 1974 platinum-selling album of the same name.

“We have played more shows with the MTB through the years than any other band and have worked together for over forty years,” adds Daniels. “We have so much history and so many memories and the music is so compatible that when we get together, the audience, CDB and MTB have a big ole southern-style good time.”

ABOUT CHARLIE DANIELS

From his Dove Award-winning gospel albums to his genre-defining southern rock anthems and his CMA Award-winning country hits, few artists have left a more indelible mark on America’s musical landscape than Charlie Daniels. An outspoken patriot, beloved mentor, and still a road warrior at age 83, Daniels has parlayed his passion for music into a multi-platinum career and a platform to support the military, underprivileged children, and others in need. The Charlie Daniels Band has long populated radio with memorable hits and his signature song, “The Devil Went Down to Georgia.” Over the course of his career, Daniels has received numerous accolades, including his induction into the Country Music Hall of Fame, the Musicians Hall of Fame and becoming a member of the Grand Ole Opry. Daniels helps to shine the spotlight on the many causes that are close to his heart. He’s a staunch supporter of the military and lends his time and talent to numerous charitable organizations, including The Journey Home Project, that he founded in 2014 with his manager, David Corlew, to help veterans of the United States Armed Forces. For more information, visit charliedaniels.com.

ABOUT THE MARSHALL TUCKER BAND

Nearly 50 years ago, The Marshall Tucker Band was founded in Spartanburg, SC. Thanks to hits like “Can’t You See,” “Heard It In A Love Song,” “Fire On The Mountain,” and “24 Hours At A Time,” the 5x Gold, 3x Platinum-selling Southern Rock group has sold millions of albums worldwide. MTB songs have been featured in major motion picture films and television shows including Breaking Bad, Blow, The Box, Swing Vote, Half Nelson, My Name Is Earl, Cold Case Files and Good Guys. CMT (Country Music Television) named the MTB’s “Can’t You See” the #4 Greatest Southern Rock Song. The MTB’s debut album, The Marshall Tucker Band, reigns as Gibson Guitar’s #5 Greatest Southern Rock Album. UltimateClassicRock.com crowned the MTB’s “Can’t You See” as the #1 Southern Rock Song and in 2013, GRAMMY® Magazine named the group’s logo as one of the most distinctive and iconic brands in music. For more information on The Marshall Tucker Band, visit marshalltucker.com or the official Facebook Page.

Cold Weather Day Hiking Class 101

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When the mercury drops neither should your outdoor exploration. Winter time is one of the more enjoyable times to go on a hike or spend a few nights in the wild. Fresh blankets of snow, quiet air, and great visibility for miles. What holds you back? Well… the cold. Come learn the basics of preparing for cold weather environments, whether you are day hiking or camping out, these tips are sure to warm you up.

The Dayton Amateur Golf Hall of Fame is Taking Nominations

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The Dayton Amateur Golf Hall of Fame began in 1978 when Vin Hilton, Bob Kepler, Bob Servis and Janet Shock Beardsley where the inaugural inductees.  In the almost 42 years since that first induction, there have been an additional 65 people added to it’s roster. The last class was inducted in 2015.

Nominations for the class of 2020 can be made either online  or by downloading this PDF and sending it to the Dayton Golf Office.

Nominations are due by July 1. Candidates shall be persons from the local area, who have made outstanding contributions to the game of golf, either locally or on the state or national level.  The contribution may either be in the area of meritorious service or superior performance.  Nominees must have, or have had, an association with a Dayton area golf course. Nominees should exhibit outstanding character and integrity.

To view Past Inductees

The Hall of Fame Committee will be responsible for the selection of inductees and the names of the finalists are submitted to the Golf Commission for approval. Induction Ceremony & Golf Outing Inductees, their families and friends will be honored at an Induction Ceremony held on October 3, 2020 at Kittyhawk Golf Center, home of the Dayton Amateur Hall of Fame. The Hall of Fame Scramble will be held prior to the Ceremony at 11:00 am.

 

How to Score a $20 Ticket for RENT!

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Victoria Theatre Association announced today that seats in the first rows of the orchestra section will be available for $20 for every performance of the Premier Health Broadway Series presentation of RENT, the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award®-winning musical.   The $20 tickets are available for in-person purchases at the Ticket Center Stage Box Office located in the Wintergarden of the Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center on the day of each performance only, two hours prior to the show.  The $20 tickets are limited to two tickets per person.

 

Entries will be accepted at the box office beginning two and a half hours before each performance; each person will print their name and the number of tickets (1 or 2) they wish to purchase on a card that is provided. Two hours before curtain, names will be drawn at random for a limited number of tickets priced at $25 each. Only one entry is allowed per person. Cards are checked for duplication prior to drawing. Winners must be present at the time of the drawing and show valid ID to purchase tickets. Limit one entry per person and two tickets per winner. Tickets are subject to availability.

The tradition of these tickets began in 1996 in New York when the show moved to Broadway after a sold-out run in a small downtown theatre.  The producers of the show are committed to continuing the tradition of offering these orchestra seats in each city the show will play.

 

RENT PERFORMANCE AND LOTTERY TIMES

Tues, Jan. 21          Lottery begins at 5 pm. Drawing is at 5:30 pm.  Show starts at 7:30 pm.

Wed, Jan. 22    Lottery begins at 5 pm. Drawing is at 5:30 pm.  Show starts at 7:30 pm.

Thurs, Jan. 23        Lottery begins at 5 pm. Drawing is at 5:30 pm.  Show starts at 7:30 pm.

Fri, Jan. 24             Lottery begins at 5:30 pm. Drawing is at 6 pm.  Show starts at 8 pm.

Sat, Jan. 25         Lottery begins at 11:30 am. Drawing is at noon. Show starts at 2 pm.

                              Lottery begins at 5:30 pm. Drawing is at 6 pm.  Show starts at 8 pm.

Sun, Jan. 26           Lottery begins at 10:30 am. Drawing is at 11 am.  Show starts at 1 pm.

                                  Lottery begins at 4 pm. Drawing is at 4:30 pm.  Show starts at 6:30 pm.

 

 

For general ticket information, call the Ticket Center Stage Box Office at 937-228-3630, (toll-free) 888-228-3630, or visit www.ticketcenterstage.com.

 

Concert For A Cause: Rodney Atkins, Gone West, and Caylee Hammack

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We are proud to announce that our next Concert For A Cause is happening at Miami Valley Gaming on Wednesday, January 15th, 2020.

Rodney Atkins, Gone West, and Caylee Hammack will all be performing and you can get tickets right now!

100% of ticket sales go to the USO of Central and Southern Ohio. If you would like to attend this concert here is everything you need to know:

Date: Wednesday, January 15th, 2020

Time: 7:00 p.m. (Doors open at 6:00 p.m.)

Location: Miami Valley Gaming (Show is open to all ages)

Ticket Prices: $10 General Admission, $25 Reserved Seating, $75 VIP

$75 VIP tickets include meet and greet passes to meet all 3 artists

Nominate a Top 25 Woman to Watch

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Do you know an amazing woman in our community? Nows the time to nominate a Miami Valley watchable woman for the Top 25 Women to Watch Award. These awards recognize women who:

  • Are exceptional in their roles and respected in their industry
  • Are a catalyst for change in their communities
  • Have made an impression on their circles of influence

Each woman stands out in some special way – because of her leadership, community service and professional achievements – or all three. Among the criteria for inclusion are:

  • A woman’s recent professional achievements
  • Her influence on the marketplace
  • Her contributions to advancing women in business

 

By honoring the Top 25 Women to Watch each year, Women in Business Networking hopes to inspire them – and other women like them – to take their professional and personal lives to yet another level. We are watching to see what WiBN’s watchable women have in store for us, themselves and the entire Miami Valley.

Nominations for a honoree are open through March 30, and may be submitted by completing the form online. The 25 chosen honorees are surprised with this award, so please keep the nomination confidential. Honorees will be notified and announced late March/early April.

Dayton/Miami Valley BBB employees and past honorees are not eligible. Click here for a full list of past honorees. Only fully completed applications with submitted photos will be considered. Submissions must be received by your Better Business Bureau by midnight, March 30.

Please contact Melissa Cutcher at [email protected] or (937) 610-2273 with questions concerning the nomination process.

TEDxDaytonSalon | Women Announces Speakers

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Tickets are now on sale for TEDxDaytonSalon | Women which will be held on Saturday, February 29th
from 9:00-11:45 am at the Dayton Metro Library, downtown branch.

This is the first TEDxDaytonSalon event of 2020, starting the second year of the new TEDxDayton series. The half day program will include eight local Speakers and a Moderator who have prepared talks for everyone – not just women.

“As we embark on the historic anniversary of the 19th Amendment, it is fitting that we assemble a prestigious group of women that honor and represent ideas, insights, and inspiration that will propel us forward toward a deeper sense of self and community.” Said John Farrell, TEDxDaytonSalon Committee Chair.

Speakers for the February 29th event include:

    1. David Bodary, PhD – Dept. Chair at Sinclair Community College
    2. Jennifer Cruz, PhD  – Professor of Piano at Central State University
    3. Andrea Walker Cummings – Artist
    4. Joni Fedders – President, Aileron
    5. Lisa Hess, PhD – Professor, United Theological Seminary
    6. Thomas Lasley, PhD – CEO, Learn To Earn Dayton
    7. Jeri Ward – Development Director, American Heart and Stroke Association
    8. Vanessa Ward – President, Omega Community Development Corporation

The event will be moderated by Sierra Leone, past TEDxDayton Speaker, and President and Artistic Director of OFP Theatre Company.

Tickets for the event are just $21 and can be purchased only online at: http://bit.ly/salonwomen

Could You Be the Next Wienermobile Spokesperson – Hotdogger?

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Oscar Mayer is looking for someone to drive across country in the Wienermobile and represent the brand.

 

The position is a Full Time, Paid, 1-Year Assignment with travel to many states.  The ideal candidate will need to be outgoing, creative, friendly, enthusiastic, graduating college senior with  an appetite for adventure and are willing to see the country through the windshield of the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile. Applicants should have a BA or BS, preferably in public relations, journalism, communications, advertising, or marketing, though applicants are not limited to these degrees.

The job is to represent Oscar Mayer as a brand ambassador through radio and television appearances, newspaper interviews, grocery retail and charity functions. To “meat” and greet people from coast to coast. To maintain company car (Oscar Mayer Wienermobile). To work with internal and external consumer promotions, marketing and sales professionals. To manage your own traveling public relations rm; organizing promotions, contributing to brand social content and pitching TV, radio and print media.

Anyone interested can send a cover letter to: Oscar Mayer, Attn: Hotdogger Position, 560 E Verona Ave, Verona, Wisconsin 53593 or email to [email protected].

Gem City Roller Derby Open Recruitment

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Open Recruitment is to welcome brand new skating athletes, skating officials (referees), and non-skating officials (NSOs) to the wonderful world of women’s flat track roller derby!

Skaters should be able to stand, roll, and stride on quad skates (you can get even more practice in during public skating sessions). Interested recruits do NOT need any derby skills or knowledge because we’ll teach you those!

All You Can Eat Pancakes are Back at IHOP!

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IHOP ® is celebrating the start of a new decade by bringing back its beloved “All You Can Eat Pancakes” tradition, available with any Breakfast Combo*. For a limited time, enjoy as many of IHOP’s signature Buttermilk pancakes as you want with eggs any style, golden hash browns and the choice of ham, pork sausage links, hickory-smoked bacon or more.

To kick it up this year, IHOP is also serving “All You Can Eat Pancakes” with any 2x2x2 order, Monday through Friday only, for just $4.99. The popular 2x2x2 combo is served with two eggs and either two crispy strips of hickory-smoked bacon or two savory pork sausage links, making for a hearty meal and unlimited pancake stacks at an incredible value. Both golden deals are available now through March 1 at participating IHOP restaurants nationwide*.

“What better way to celebrate the start of a new decade than with our world-famous, ‘All You Can Eat Pancakes’ offer?” said IHOP Chief Marketing Officer, Brad Haley. “And, for the first time, we’re giving our guests an even better deal with the opportunity to enjoy one of our most popular breakfast combos during the week – with as many pancakes as they can eat – for just $4.99. So, now is a great time to ring in 2020 and enjoy IHOP pancakes, pancakes, pancakes.”

For those looking for a great deal for the entire family, IHOP is also offering The Great Gameday Feast, so game day will be more delicious than ever. Available via to-go and delivery now through February 2, this family-sized value meal serves four, and includes 16 pieces of Buttermilk Crispy Chicken Breast Strips; a choice of either 8 Buttermilk Pancakes, 12 Belgian Waffle quarters or a basket of French Fries; plus a basket of mini Churro Bites served with cupcake icing dipping sauce for dessert. The Great Gameday Feast is exclusively an IHOP ‘N Go® offer and is not available for dine-in.

The “All You Can Eat Pancakes” deals, including the 2x2x2 offer for just $4.99 (Monday through Friday only), are available for a limited time, dine-in only, at participating IHOP locations nationwide now. The offers are valid on Buttermilk Pancake orders and do not include any fruit-topped or other specialty pancakes. For more information or to find the nearest location, visit IHOP.com.

*Dine-in only Jan. 2-Mar.1, 2020. All You Can Eat offer valid per person, per order, and is not valid for 55+, Omelette or Kids Menu items. All You Can Eat pancake refills are served two pancakes at a time upon request. Available for a limited time at participating restaurants only. Only applies to Buttermilk Pancakes.$4.99 2x2x2 with All You Can Eat Pancakes available Monday-Friday at participating restaurants. No substitutions. Not valid with other discounts or promotions.All You Can Eat offers not valid on National Pancake Day Tuesday, February 25.

IHOP

6930 Miller Lane
Dayton, OH 45414

937-387-9106