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Lewis Black Joke’s On Us Tour

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Following the highly successful 2018 “The Joke’s On Us Tour,” Lewis Black has added Spring 2019 dates to the tour.  He’ll be in Cincinnati on Saturday, March 23 at 8pm
Taft Theatre.  His live performances provide a cathartic release of anger and disillusionment for his audience. He is a passionate performer who is a more pissed-off optimist than a mean-spirited curmudgeon. Lewis is the rare comic who can cause an audience to laugh themselves into incontinence while making compelling points about the absurdity of our world.

The GRAMMY Award-winning, stand-up comedian, is one of the most prolific and popular performers working today. He executes a brilliant trifecta as a stand-up comedian, actor and author. Receiving critical acclaim, he performs more than 200 nights annually, to sold-out audiences throughout Europe, New Zealand, Canada and the United States. He is one of a few performers to sell out multiple renowned theaters, including Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, Brooks Atkinson Theatre, New York City Center, the Main Stage at the Mirage in Las Vegas and most recently, a sold-out Broadway run at the Richard Rodgers Theatre in New York City.

Reserved tickets: $65.00, $49.50 & $39.50 (plus applicable fees), go on sale Friday, October 26 at 11AM at www.tafttheatre.org, the Taft Theatre Box Office, and www.ticketmaster.com.  Charge by phone at 1.800.745.3000.

Black’s live performances provide a cathartic release of anger and disillusionment for his audience. He is a passionate performer who is a more pissed-off optimist than a mean-spirited curmudgeon. Lewis is the rare comic who can cause an audience to laugh themselves into incontinence while making compelling points about the absurdity of our world.

LEWIS BLACK came into national prominence with his appearances on THE DAILY SHOW in 1996. Those appearances on THE DAILY SHOW led to comedy specials on HBO, Comedy Central, Showtime and Epix. In 2001, he won Best Male Stand-Up at the American Comedy Awards. He has released eight comedy albums, including the 2007 GRAMMY Award-winning The Carnegie Hall Performance. He won his second GRAMMY Award for his album Stark Raving Black and has published three bestselling books: Nothing’s Sacred (Simon & Schuster, 2005), Me of Little Faith (Riverhead Books, 2008) and I’m Dreaming of a Black Christmas (Riverhead Books, 2010). In 2012, he performed eight sell-out shows at Richard Rodgers Theatre on Broadway as well as did one of his two HBO Specials BLACK ON BROADWAY. In 2015, Black notably voiced the character “Anger” in the Academy Award winning film from Pixar, “Inside Out.”

Additionally, Lewis Black does a live streaming show on Audible called THE RANT IS DUE. There is behind-the-scenes moments from the Lewis Black tour bus, as well as occasional phone calls to the people behind the rants. From hate for pickles to disdain for online dating, this show channels the rage of 300 million neighbors and truly has something for everybody. More show info can be found here.

Experience Kayak Fishing

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If you want to take a part in this event your prior kayaking experience must be at least 2 hours. Having completed any kayaking lessons will be perfect.

There won’t be any requirements of fishing experience – beginners will be welcome there!

Miamisburg’s Costume 5K/10K

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Put on your best family friendly costume and get out to support Miamisburg youth programs during this 5K/10K fundraiser. The course is flat and fast along the Great Miami Riverway. Chip timing by Speedy Feet and post-race refreshments provided by Drayer Physical Therapy. Packet pick-up at 4 p.m. race day.

OVI Checkpoint Tonight in Dayton

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The Dayton Police Department, along with members of the Combined Agency OVI Task Force of Montgomery County, will operate a sobriety checkpoint tonight from 8 pm to 1 am, first in the area of East Third and Terry Streets and then at South Keowee and East Fifth Streets.
The goal of the OVI Task Force is to reduce the number of alcohol/drug related traffic crashes, injuries and fatalities in Dayton and Montgomery County. Sobriety checkpoints help deter impaired driving and aid in the apprehension of those impaired drivers who make the choice to get behind the wheel and drive. The majority of the deadliest crashes occur on weekends.

RTA Launches The FLYER- A FREE Shuttle Bus Service Downtown

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It’s been talked about for years and now the RTA is making it happen!

The FLYER will be a shuttle-style service that will begin  servicing the downtown and UD area in early November.  There will be a launch event with local media and public officials on Courthouse Square on Friday, Nov. 9th.

The circulator will operate six days a week and is FREE for anyone to use. There will be signs posted at the designated stops. People can get on or off simply by waiting at the stop, and a Flyer should arrive in 10 minutes or less.

The Flyer provides easy access to offices, local dining, nightlife, entertainment, parks, hotels, parking, and all that downtown Dayton has to offer in 10 minutes or less. Three “green fleet” hybrid buses run on a continuous loop to provide quick service, and each vehicle is trackable through RTA’s real time products, including the free Transit app available for download in the App Store or Google Play. By offering this service for free to all customers, The Flyer opens up transportation access to downtown employees and residents, students at the University of Dayton and visitors to Dayton to all the city has to offer.

The Flyer will head north on Brown and Warren streets up to Jefferson Street and Patterson Boulevard.

The buses will drive west on Fifth Street, then head north up Main Street and then take a right on East First Street, before looping back around using Monument Avenue. Shuttle stops will be on both sides of the street.

This joint venture is being sponsored by CareSource and Premier Health, which will help their  employee shuttles to parking lots near their offices.  The bulk of the expense will be absorbed by Greater Dayton RTA .

“This is a great opportunity for University of Dayton students, faculty and staff to explore the wonderful arts, culture and entertainment in downtown Dayton and do it in a sustainable way,” said University of Dayton President Eric F. Spina.

 

To see the complete list of stops, download the flyer map below:

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Montgomery Inn Boathouse Celebrates Little Kings

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Celebrate Little Kings 60th Anniversary with The Ribs King! In honor of Ted Gregory, founder of Montgomery Inn & Originator of the Schoenling Little Kings 7oz bottles.

Join Montgomery Inn-Boathouse on Thursday, October 25th at 6PM for an innovative four-course bourbon dinner and pairing with Little Kings.

Enjoy a panel for Q&A with Dean Gregory, Molly Wellmann, and Greg Hardman on the history of Little Kings Cream Ale.

Four Courses + Bourbon Tasting + Little Kings | $60 per guest (includes tax and gratuity).

To purchase tickets, please call 513-721-7427 or email [email protected]

Dayton Dia De Muertos Parade and Celebration

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Dayton Dia De Muertos (Day of the Dead) Parade and Celebration

Dia de Muertos is a unique and colorful holiday observed across Mexico, the southwestern United States, Latin America and right here in Dayton, Ohio. During Dia De Muertos people reminisce on the lives of loved ones who have died by creating and sharing ofrendas (Day of the Dead alters), food, sugar skulls, papel picado banners, processions, calaveras (skulls) music, traditional dance while wearing sugar skull painted faces and bright costumes.

The Dayton parade and celebration will include all of these traditional Mexican traditions with some unique Gem City twists.

Expect more than a thousand people to participate in this free and family friendly event. October 21st 2 – 8 PM.

 

  • 2 pm Gather for the Pre-Parade activities at the Yellow Cab 700 E. 4th Street Dayton, OH 45402. There will be storytelling, games, Rev. Cool of WYSO spinning Latin music, great food, expert face painting and the NEW Dayton Dia De Muertos T-shirt for sale.

 

  • 4 pm The Dayton Dia De Muertos Parade departs the Yellow Cab and loops through the Oregon District in Downtown Dayton to trek down the middle of E. Fifth Street and back to the Yellow Cab.

The celebration begins when the parade returns to the Yellow Cab Tavern:   

  • Authentic Mexican folkloric Dia De Muertos dancers from ORGULLO MEXICANO
  • Traditional rancheros from the father and daughter singing team of LESLIE PEREZ AND THE ALACRAN DE DURANGO
  • Dayton’s own famed and mysterious original Lucha mask-wearing rockers TEAM VOID.  
  • REV. COOL of WYSO’s Around the Fringe show will MC the event and DJ high energy traditional and not so tradition Latin dance beats between sets and to end up the evening.

Traditional homemade Mexican food will be provided by the families of St. Mary’s Church on Xenia Ave in Dayton. El Meson’s food truck will also be there.

Traditional Dia De Muertos ofrendas (alters) will also be on display.

Dayton Dia De Muertos t-shirts and stickers will be available.

Gingerbread Homes for the Holidays” Contest offers $500 Prize

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Calling all bakers and architects with a competitive edge: The Dayton Holiday Festival is looking for the area’s most creative confectionary decorators to compete in the 13th annual Gingerbread Homes for the Holidays contest on Friday, Nov. 23. Entries will be judged and displayed for public viewing inside the Old Courthouse at Third and Main streets downtown on that day only, during the Grande Illumination and Dayton Children’s Parade Spectacular in Lights from 4-9 p.m.

 

All ages and skill levels are invited to participate in this free contest by entering a gingerbread house in the child (12 and younger), teen (13-17), adult (18 and older) or professional category. Entry forms and a complete list of contest rules are available for download at www.daytonholidayfestival.org.  Forms may be submitted to the Downtown Dayton Partnership at 10 W. Second St., Suite 611, Dayton, OH 45402 or by e-mail to [email protected]. Entry forms are due by Thursday, Nov. 15.  

 

Traditional houses, replicas of buildings, a purchased kit or even cardboard entries are permitted — as long as all exposed surfaces are covered with edible materials. First place in each category will receive a prize package featuring a variety of items. Award ribbons also will be given to second and third place winners in each category. In addition, one amateur and one professional house will be selected as the “Best Houses on the Block,” and each will win a $500 cash prize.

 

“The entries get more creative each year,” said Sandra Gudorf, president of the Downtown Dayton Partnership. “The imagination and skill that goes into creating each of these gingerbread houses makes for a really special exhibit ― it’s always a fun part of our holiday season kickoff.”

 

Contest entries are to be delivered to the Old Courthouse between 10 a.m. and noon on Friday, Nov. 23. They will be judged from 1-2 p.m., and the winners will be notified by telephone. All contest winners will have the opportunity to be recognized on the Main Stage in Courthouse Square before the Grande Illumination tree-lighting ceremony at 7:45 p.m.

 

For more information on the contest and other activities that are part of the Dayton Holiday Festival, marking 46 years of kicking off the holiday season in the Dayton region, call 937-224-1518 or visit www.daytonholidayfestival.org.

The Frightful Feast -Terrifyingly Delicious Five-Course Meal

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Summon all of your courage for a terrifyingly delicious five-course meal as Lily’s Bistro host The Frightful Feast on Thursday, October 25.
“It should come as no surprise that most of us here at Lily’s are kind of weird and love Halloween,” Emily Mendenhall, owner of Lily’s Bistro said. “Coming up with the everything for this event from the ingredients, to the dishes, to the naming of each course, has all been a lot of fun that we’re excited to share with our diners.”
The Frightful Feast’s full menu includes…
1st: Amuse – “Nightmare on 5th Street”

Flame-seared pork jowl with dehydrated apple and bourbon maple glaze, served with smoldering hickory chips
2nd: “the Pear Wheat Project”

Sliced pear and farro salad in a cranberry-mustard vinaigrette with toasted almond and goat cheese
3rd: “the Creature from the Black Lagoon”
Chilled and marinated squid ink pasta with chilled baby octopus, cilantro, red pepper and black garlic
4th: “HellBraiser”

Braised beef brisket with slow cooked local hearty greens and black-eyed peas
5th: “Night of the Living Bread (pudding)”
cherry cordial bread pudding with berry coulis and fresh whipped cream

*A chef’s choice vegetarian meal can be prepared with advanced notice only.

“In addition to the five-courses, there will be themed specialty cocktails like “Secret Ooze” and “El Gato Diablo” available for purchase. Come in costume, and all the special drinks will be a dollar off, just as a way to encourage folks to get into the spirit of the event,” Mendenhall said.
For those interested in attending the Frightful Feast, the five-course meal costs $49 (including tax and tip) and takes place on Thursday, October 25 at Lily’s Bistro.

Storybook Foundry Helps Nonprofits Put “Their Best Words Forward”

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A new service based in Yellow Springs, Ohio offers an online workshop program called Storybook Foundry designed to help nonprofit professionals develop their organizational narrative in a way that increases awareness and financial contributions.

Drawing on her background in theater production, nonprofit management, and education, founder and CEO, Ara Beal, has developed a collection of 10 concise documents that answer the question “How do we talk about our organization?”  Intended for use within a nonprofit, the program focuses on words, pictures and numbers, but also includes some go-to paragraphs and style guides.

“As I’ve moved in nonprofit circles, I’ve met so many people who are passionate about their work but can’t speak concisely about the identity of the organization,” Beal explained. “I’ve also consistently heard from contracted help, like grant writers and web designers, that they can’t get clearly-organized information from nonprofits. We help fix that.”

Working with dozens of small nonprofits over the past decade, Beal has a sense of their capacity in terms of funds and time. She has designed a product that is affordable, has high returns in efficiency, and takes a reasonable amount of time.

“I’m also excited about the opportunity to connect nonprofit leaders from around the country in small groups for six weeks,” Beal said. “I know the valuable nature of such communities and connections.”

Storybook Foundry just started its first online workshop earlier this month and plans a full launch of the product in January of 2019.  To learn more visit www.storybookfoundry.com or email [email protected] to add your organization to the already growing list of interested participants.

Dayton LGBT Center Celebrates Coming Out

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National Coming Out Day(NCOD) is observed annually around the world on Ocotber the 11th to help create an environment where living openly and honestly is possible.  On Oct. 11, 2018, the Greater Dayton LGBT Center will celebrate the 30th anniversary of National Coming Out Day, raising awareness of civili rights for the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender community.  

“Coming out is one of the most courageous acts any LGBTQ person makes, and on this National Coming Out Day that courage remains essential to our continued progress toward full equality,” says president of the Human Rights Campaign President Chad Griffin.  HRC is the largest LGBT advocacy and political lobbying organization in the United States.

The local celebration will also serve as the “coming out” party for  the Greater Dayton LGBT Center.  The Center, at 24 N. Jefferson Street, Suite 200, has undergone a huge transformation and will open to the public for our Grand Opening on October 11th at 6 pm. The Grand opening will also feature an art show with works by local and national artists which will include two pieces by the artist Keith Haring.

The Center will serve hors d’oeuvre beginning at 6 pm as a social hour with a program at 7 pm featuring members of our local community sharing their coming out stories. Randy Phillips, President of The Greater Dayton LGBT Center shares, “These coming out stories from different eras offer a built-in history lesson of our community.”

Greater Dayton LGBT Center
24 N Jefferson St Ste 200
Dayton, Ohio 45402
(937) 274-1776

2018 Mayor’s Awards Announced

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Mayor Nan Whaley today announced the winners of the 2018 Mayor’s Awards. The awards celebrate the people and organizations that make Dayton thrive. Nominations were accepted from the public across five categories, and a committee of volunteers selected the winners.
“Dayton is strong because of the people and organizations that are dedicated to it,” said Dayton Mayor Nan Whaley. “I’m thrilled to celebrate all of this year’s Mayor’s Awards winners and their commitment to our city.”

The 2018 winners are:

Workforce Pipeline Award:

This award celebrates an organization or person promoting skill or trade development in students. The winner is the Dayton Region Manufacturers Association, whose work connecting young people with rewarding careers in manufacturing is helping ensure a strong pipeline of workers for years to come.
Education Champion Award:
This award recognizes an organization or person working to provide a brighter future for our children. The 2018 winner is Dayton Early College Academy, a K- 12 school whose commitment to Dayton students from disadvantaged backgrounds is helping many of them succeed in attending and graduating from college.

Giving Back to Neighborhoods Award:

This award recognizes an individual or community group that has supported and inspired their neighborhood. Lisa Tingleis this year’s winner. Her work as Executive Director of Fundamental Health and Community Development Services and as president of the Roosevelt Neighborhood Collaborative has helped beautify and build the capacity of her neighborhood.

Community Service Award:

This award celebrates an individual or organization that supports and promotes service to the community. Herbert Burton of the Pineview neighborhood is this year’s winner, for his dedication to his neighborhood by serving on boards, organizing clean ups, and much more.

Daytonian of the Year:
This award recognizes an individual making the greatest contribution to Dayton in the previous year. The 2018 Daytonian of the Year is Amy Radachi. As Executive Director of Rebuilding Together Dayton, Amy has made a lasting impact on Dayton by helping low-income homeowners keep their homes safe and maintained. Amy shows extraordinary commitment to Dayton, both professionally and personally.

Each honoree was presented with a glass award created by Dayton artist Kevin Tunstall. The winners are also given the opportunity to have a $1,000 donation made to the non-profit of their choice.

More information on the Mayor’s Awards, including a video featuring the winners, is available at daytonohio.gov/mayorsaward.

Calling All Horror Movie Fans!

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HORRORAMA DAYTON is a horror movie marathon held annually as a fundraiser for a local charity, but it’s also much more!  HORRORAMA DAYTON is an all-nite Halloween party, so there’s a costume contest, plenty of trivia, and door prizes throughout the night! As many past attendees can tell you, HORRORAMA DAYTON is a unique experience. In addition to the films themselves they play tons of classic trailers, music videos, cartoons, and other shorts during the intermissions! Best of all is watching horror flicks with a crowd!

This year  HORRORAMA DAYTON has expanded to three shows over two days at Danbarry Huber Heights! On Friday the 12th at 7:00pm things kick off with a program we’re calling FRIDAY NIGHT FRIGHTS, featuring four fantastically frightful films and classic trailers!

On the morning of Saturday the 13th at 11:00pm they’ll hold their first ever MONSTER MATINEE, an all ages program featuring the Universal Monster classics DRACULA, FRANKENSTEIN, and THE WOLF MAN, plus classic trailers and cartoons! These two programs all lead up to the ANNUAL ALL-NITE HALLOWEEN PARTY starting at 6:00pm. In a addition to five terrifying tales of the macabre, there will also be contests, prizes, and plenty of fun to be had by all until the early hours of the morning!

This year proceeds from HORRORAMA DAYTON benefit Rescue Me Inc. and All Creatures Great and Small Emergency Pet Resource, two great organizations which are run through Sulphur Grove United Methodist Church in Huber Heights.

So pass the word and make plans for a scary good weekend! Tickets are available now at the Danbarry Huber Heights box office and online at horroramadayton.weebly.com! It’s going to be a scary good time!

Join The Great Miami Valley Tweed Ride

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Celebrate fall, cycling, and tweed as we sally forth about town simply because it promises to be a smashing good time!

Meet at Riverfront Park for tea and registration, pose for photos, ride south on the bikeway, and return downtown to visit your favorite pub.

Planetarium Concert: Ian Ethan Case & Don Ross

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Fly through nebulae, galaxies, and landscapes as you experience the live musical performances of internationally-renowned Canadian guitarist/composer Don Ross and Boston-based acoustic double-neck guitarist/composer Ian Ethan Case and his “Photon Symphony” of projected musicians. Featuring custom animations specifically assembled for each song, this unique audio-visual journey is quite possibly the most immersive and memorable live show you’ve ever experienced.