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The Old Man and the Gun​ To Film Downtown Dayton

Hollywood is coming to Dayton on May 1st & 2nd to film a movie starring Robert Redford and Casey Affleck. The movie production crew will be filming at the Liberty Savings Bank on 2nd Street, which will be closed between Ludlow St and Wilkinson starting at 6:30am on that Monday.   2nd Street from Main to Ludlow will be closed again at 7pm on Monday, May 1, through Tuesday, May 2nd at  7pm. The film company will have vehicles, boom lifts & lights parked on 2nd Street during these two days.

While the closed set and road closures will be a minor inconvenience, the economic impact of having a film of this size in the city will be felt by many businesses. The film has already contracted with or done business with the following business:

  • Dayton Cultural & RTA Center
  • Talbott Tower
  • Arts Garage,
  • Liberty Tower
  • 1st Financial
  • Key Bank
  • Table 33
  • Lucky’s Taproom & Eatery
  • City Parking Garage
  • Leigh Building

Pete Nichols, Vice President with Colliers International, who is the real estate agent for several of these properties says, “It’s a great event for the city of Dayton, and we’re doing everything we can to help. ”

Film also means jobs and the following Montgomery County residents have already been hired to work on the film, per IMDb:

  • Story Board artist J.Todd Anderson worked with the director to illustrate the narrative, plan shots, and draw panels to demonstrate action and maintain continuity between scenes.
  • WSU Grad Scott Bowers will serve as the Second Assistant Director.
  • other local hires include grips, gaffer, Camera and Costumers

Dayton began scouting in January to help find locations for the film, with assistance from the

Photo by Tom Gilliam

Downtown Dayton Partnership’s Hope Collins, local realtors and building owners. Based on descriptions provided by the movies Location Manager, FilmDayton submitted a half dozen downtown banks and office buildings for consideration.  Ultimately it was the look of the Liberty Tower that won over the production team to bring film to town.

Liberty Tower is a historic Art Deco building located on West Second Street. The Tower, which opened in 1931 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, was the first high rise structure in the city of Dayton, and remained the tallest until 1969. Liberty Savings Bank, the current owner of the building, undertook a major restoration project in 1998 to showcase original elements throughout the building and the first floor lobby. This Grand Lobby boasts 30 foot ceilings, stunning marble tile work, and many original fixtures-including a remarkable walk-in bank vault.

Our thanks to Jenna Kreitzer, Facilities Coordinator at Liberty Savings Bank for making this possible and Keith Klein at the City of Dayton for helping coordinate as well.

Photo by Tom Gilliam

New Brewery Coming To Xenia

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Devil Wind Brewing is a venture between four friends and their dream to produce world-class beer. Their plan is to brew the most outstanding local beer in Xenia, reaching out to the growing craft beer community and bring them to Greene County.

The Brewery, which will be located at 130 South Detroit Street in Xenia, hopes to help make Xenia a destination point.  As Xenia undergoes a renewal of their  town center, Devil Wind Brewing is ready to be part of this exciting trend in community involvement and growth.

The Four Partners:

Dave Hatfield has lived his entire life in the Dayton area, graduating from Beavercreek High School in 1986 and Wright State University in 1998 with a B.S. in Management Information Systems.   He has worked since he was thirteen years old and has always enjoyed interacting with others. Currently he is employed at EVAD Technologies, providing management information systems support to a variety of clients all over the Dayton and Cincinnati Area. His work at EVAD has given him the opportunity to meet people in many different professions. He also has extensive experience in construction and has remodeled over 25 homes and built one from the ground up.   His passion for craft beer began way before it was popular, touring craft breweries all over the country for over 20 years. Dave enjoys hiking and cycling on the area bike trails, and knows the appeal of having local breweries accessible by bike. He has watched with great pride as the craft brewery scene exploded in Dayton helping to build local support through various media outlets including creating the “What’s Brewing Dayton?” website and radio show. Through the generosity of local brewers, Dave has gotten a lot of insight into how successful craft breweries run and looks forward to realizing his dream of owning and operating one.  Dave is a self proclaimed Hop Head- the bigger the better!

 

Perry Wyatt is Texas-born and has lived in Greene County since 1971. He lived in Beavercreek when it was a tiny town and watched the Xenia tornado from the roof of his parent’s home. Perry graduated from Beavercreek High School in 1984 and had several work experiences that shaped his interest in owning a business and brewing beer: chef’s assistant at the Paragon Supper Club; construction worker; laborer at Larrick’s in Dayton; musician in several bands in the area; assembler at Systems Research Labs in Beavercreek. He attended Wright State University and finished a B.S. in Management Information Systems which led to working over 20 years at Wright Patterson AFB. An avid hiker and rider of the Greene County bike trails, the original Miami Trail Brewery shaped Perry’s interest in craft beer and he hasn’t stopped dreaming of bringing craft beer brewing back to Xenia. Perry and his business partner investigate breweries everywhere they go and have helped build other breweries in downtown Dayton. As a result, all of Perry’s interests and experiences have created the opportunity to combine passion and work in brewing craft beer and owning a successful, local brewery. Perry’s favorite beers are big German lagers.

 

Michael Van Kirk is a native of Bellbrook, Ohio and graduated from Bellbrook High School in 2010. After graduating, he attended Wright State University and pursued a degree in Music Performance. While at WSU, Michael held several leadership positions within the music department and helped coordinate the WSU Wind Symphony’s tour to Carnegie Hall. Michael has consistently held positions working in the service industry throughout his adult life and that has played a large role in his interest in the growing craft beer industry. With 3 years of brewing experience, Michael has a diverse set of skills and knowledge about the technical aspects of brewing beer. Michael is confident that his talents combined with those of his business partners can deliver a quality, locally-owned product to the Xenia community. Michael is a fan or sours and looks forward to brewing them.

 

Doug Lane is a craft beer lover who is passionate about the history, and the ever-changing world of beer. Doug grew up in West Carrollton, where he graduated high school in 2010. After high school, he attended Wright State University, where he received a degree in Music Education (2014). While in college, Doug found an interest in homebrewing through his friend, Michael. This interest helped him receive a job in the beer industry. He worked in the taproom at the Dayton Beer Company, and also gained experience in the brewery as a cellarman. He also aided in cleaning and filling kegs, milling grains, and beer/wort transfer.In his four years at school, Doug learned the true value of dedication to a craft. Through constant practice, and unwavering dedication, he strove to be the absolute best he could be at his art. Doug plans to take this same type of passion for beer, and push himself to create the finest examples of commercial-style beers, while also aiming to push the limits of craft beer. Doug is a hops fan, a true lover of IPA’s.

 

Devil Wind recently recorded an episode of the Gem City Podcast.

The four partners began developing this brewery concept over a year ago and originally had  a Huber Heights location in mind.  But things didn’t work out there. Dave Hatfield and his wife were on a bike ride when they rode past the Xenia location on the bike path and thought, there should be a brewery there.  And come this fall there will be!

While it may take them up to 6 months to get their licenses, they have already got their equipment on order.  While looking at used equipment, they ended up deciding to go all new and will set up a 5 barrel brewing system.  Finding it from an Ohio company was important to the foursome and Systech Stainless Works in Canton had just what they needed.

Devil Wind Brewing will support local businesses whenever possible, choosing to use Montgomery Insurance and Investments for all insurance purposes, Narrow Path Plumbing for drain work, as well as local farms for our hops and grains. The guys couldn’t say enough about helpful the city of Xenia and folks at Greene County have been in the launching of their business.

Devil Wind is committed to giving back to the great community of Xenia.  Because of its close proximity to the Schneider House of Hope, DW Brewing will have fundraising nights to provide aide to the families who are housed there. Devil Wind will also participate in the Purple Passion 5K by releasing a special beer for the race, as well as having members of the brewery’s team participate in the race. The brewery also hopes to reach out to the local home brewing community by having brew-outs and home brewing competitions throughout the year. Devil Wind will also utilize the close proximity to Xenia Station on the Bike Trail by working with a local bicycle shop to promote the use of the trail during the year.

DW Brewing plans to utilize the rich history of Xenia and Greene County in several ways.   One historical reference will be in naming our different beers. They will educate patrons from all over the area with stories from the community’s past. Ultimately, because of the Native American-inspired name, they plan to reach out to the Native American community through Blue Jacket.   The historical connection will be enhanced by highlighting The Frontiersmen (A. Eckert) and the Ohio Historical Society’s maps, symbols, objects, and diagrams of the area that coincide with the amazing community and its longstanding heritage. Daniel Boone, Tecumseh, Simon Kenton, and other Ohio/Kentucky heroes will be honored at Devil Wind Brewing. They also will have multiple decor items honoring the previous Xenia brewery, Miami Trail Brewing.

Good luck to the guys of Devil Wind, can’t wait to be drinking your beer!

UpDayton Summit To Debut Dayton Icon Chocolate

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A New Dayton Icon was a project idea pitched in April 2016 at the UpDayton Summit by Kelly Sexton of K12 Gallery & TEJAS. The project set out to bring a new, iconic public sculpture to Dayton, designed and built by the community.  After the votes (200+) were cast, the Dayton Icon became more than just an idea.

UpDayton put out a Call to Artists  and last October a panel of judges gathered to select the winning design.

Nick Gaskins and the Bing Design team were selected as the winner. They call their design “Dayton’s Duality” with each letter consisting of two pieces – a rough steel portion which represents our city’s solid and sturdy past, and a shiny steel portion which represents our bright, promising future. All pieces would be upwards of 5 ft. tall, flat, offset slightly, and staggered so the word DAYTON can be read at an angle. Shifting shadows add interest by constantly changing the presentation. They envision the icon mounted on a long, low base that could double as a place to sit or creatively pose with the sculpture.

Funding and constructing the Dayton Icon project is a big endeavor and  UpDayton has partnered with Winans Chocolatees & Coffees to launch a chocolate version of the design as a fundraiser to help bring the actual Icon to fruition.  Those attending the 2017 UpDayton Summit on Thursday, April 27th at 5:30pm at the Dayton Art Institute will have the opportunity to purchase the first release of the  chocolate version of Dayton’s Duality for just $5.

The chocolates will go on sale to the general public sometime later this spring. All of the proceeds of the chocolate bars will go to support the Dayton Icon Project. 

Another project that came out of the 2017 Summit is The Longest Table. Hundreds of Daytonians gathered on Saturday, October 15th, 2016 for a community meal and dialogue on the Third Street Bridge – Dayton’s Peace Bridge. The goal of the event was to connect Daytonians from every corner of the city and region, to meet people we never would have met otherwise. People were randomly assigned to a table and spent the afternoon learning about each other and the neighborhoods we love. The event was such a hit, it’s continued brining folks from the Miami Valley together over meals around town.   The next  community meal is this Saturday, April 22nd from 1:30 – 3:30pm, co-hosted by East End Community Services in Dayton’s Twin Towers neighborhood.

If you’d like to  be part of the team that selects the 2017 projects register now to attend the UpDayton Summit. Ten individuals (or teams) will each have 3 minutes to pitch their project idea to the Summit audience. Once all the ideas have been presented, the audience will vote to select the top 3 ideas for implementation in 2017.

The event will also include opportunities for participants to connect with project team leaders and other ways to get involved in the community.

 

Oregon District Now Has More Brunch Options

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Brunch at The Trolley Stop

Starting this Sunday, April 23rd The Trolley Stop, located at 530 E 5th St,  will open their doors on Sunday for  brunch (menu shown right)  from 11am -2pm, then remain open the rest of the day with their regular menu.

This is awesome news for those that have enjoyed their Saturday brunches, but now you have one more day to enjoy their patio oasis and enjoy a leisurely meal.  Of course you’ll want to indulge in the make your own bloody mary or mimosa bar, where you can create your own special concoction for just $7.

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The Trolly Stop is proud to serve farm fresh eggs, sausage and pork from KJB Farms in Tipp City as well as locally grown vegetables from Fulton Farms and Patchwork Gardens.  Their menu offers options for vegetarians and vegan guests.

Did you know you can rent out the small house out back for small private parties? There are 3 small rooms, a restroom, and a bar, and it seats 20-25.

Trivia Fact:  The  building was constructed in 1839 and is the oldest continuously operating tavern in Dayton.

Salar Brings Back Brunch

We’ve missed brunch at Salar, but now it’s back every Sunday from 11am -2 pm!  Reservations are suggested for this eatery located at 400 East 5th Street and can be made at (937) 203–3999 or book online with OpenTable.

Chef Margot Blondet serves up a menu bursting with the rich flavors and passion of her native Peru.  Here’s a peak at the brunch menu:

 
Other great options for brunch in the District include:

 The Dublin Pub

The Carvery & Buffet brunch served from 11am – 3pm and  includes Farm Fresh Scrambled Eggs, Bacon, Sausage, Home Fries, Fresh Fruit, Biscuits, House Made Sausage Gravy, Made To Order Omelettes, Carving Station With Assorted Entrees, Salads, Side Items And Desserts.$17.95,  $ 7.99 for kids 12 and under kids under 5 free

Blind Bob’s

Serving up great breakfast sammie’s, tropical oatmeal, orange french toast, and Bob’s Benedicts Saturday and Sunday 11am – 3pm  Brunch entrees run $6-9 and can be complimented with a Bloody Mary or Bloody Maria.  Outdoor dining is available on the patio at 430 E 5th St.

Lily’s Bistro 

Known for their New Orleans inspired Beignets, breakfast burritos, waffles, disco fries or  their Hangover Cure- a big bowl of potatoes, scrambled eggs, onions, peppers, cheddar cheese, and mushroom gravy served with toast, you can enjoy brunch Saturday and Sunday from 11am-3pm.  Entrees range from $10 -13 and Lily’s is located at 329 E 5th St and their are 3 outdoor patios to enjoy dining al fresco.

 

Hawthorn Grill Served Its Last Meal Today

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Chef Candace Rinke, owner of The Hawthorne Grill alerted us today that after almost seven years in business she would be making some major changes.  As of this evening they are on a hiatus, which she says she”ll use to “renew, refresh and reinvent.”   She goes on to share that her dream “has always been to operate a NY style deli featuring the best-ever sandwiches and all of the amazing desserts we’ve become know for during our time here.”
On Thursday, May 4th they will be hosting the Grand Opening of Sweet Prince Deli & Treat Co.  As Rinke describes it, ” we are going to be your one-stop shop for coffee, espresso, cappuccino, breakfast sandwiches, breakfast pastries, lunch, sweet treats and carry-out of all of our most popular Hawthorn Grill items- including mushroom soup, house salads, white bean chicken chili, lemon-dill potato salad, chocolate chip cookies and bread pudding.”

They will also have cakes by the slice as well as to go and will continue to do catering.  You’ll be able to call them for ribs by the slab, fried chicken, BBQ pork, sandwich platters and special occasion cakes.  The eatery will be open Monday-Sunday 8am – 4pm and Chef told us her new motto is “Same great taste, just a new face!”

 

 

Culture Works Announces New Director

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The Culture Works Board of Trustees is pleased to announce the appointment of Lisa Hanson as Executive Director, effective immediately. Hanson succeeds Martine Meredith Collier, who left the organization late last year to serve as Executive Director of the Arts Council of Hillsborough County in Tampa, Florida.

Hanson brings a wealth of experience in fundraising and community engagement to the role. An entrepreneur, educator, performer, and seasoned nonprofit executive, she served most recently as the Executive Director of the Epilepsy Foundation of Western Ohio.

Hanson’s appointment comes as the result of an extensive nationwide search. “Culture Works is a community organization, so we were very intentional about involving the community in this process,” said Steve Petitjean, Chair of the Culture Works Board of Trustees. “Before starting the interviews, we met with key stakeholders and arts partners to get a good understanding of the type of leader they envisioned taking our arts community to the next level. When our search committee met with Lisa, we saw immediately that she has the right mix of fundraising experience, creativity, collaborative nature, and a deep knowledge of our arts community.”

A native of South Florida, Hanson has lived in Dayton for 22 years and has served as a nonprofit executive for nearly a decade. During her tenure at the Epilepsy Foundation, she managed programs and services reaching over 11 counties, introduced an innovative art therapy program, Studio E, to the Dayton Region, and directed one of the region’s largest and top-rated fundraising events, Mud Volleyball, which draws over 5,000 attendees each year. As a public speaker, she was most recently invited to speak at a national conference on growing community engagement through successful fundraising events. She is also an award-winning, classically trained vocalist who has performed in Carnegie Hall and internationally. In Dayton, she can be seen on stage performing with the Dayton Opera Chorus and as a professional soloist.

“Throughout my years in Dayton, I have witnessed the evolution of our city’s unique arts landscape,” said Hanson. “This is thanks to the commitment of organizations and passionate individuals unifying to preserve and nurture all that defines this collective culture. I am truly honored to join such a dedicated team of individuals to share in promoting Dayton’s creative culture–preserving its legacy and investing in its future. Together, we are the seed planters.”
Hanson received her Bachelor of Music Education Degree from the University of Miami, School of Music in Miami, Florida. The focus of her graduate work was vocal performance and pedagogy at Northeast Louisiana University.

Over the next few weeks, Hanson will meet with members of the cultural community to discuss current initiatives. Next month, Culture Works will bring together a group of local arts representatives to make legislative visits as part of Arts Day, an annual advocacy event in Columbus. “Lisa is an excellent organizer and advocate,” Petitjean added. “She’s going to be a powerful voice for the Dayton Region’s arts and culture, and we’re excited to be a part of putting her ideas into action.”

Local Performers Appear on Network Talent Show

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Two young Dayton performers will appear on this Sunday’s episode of NBC’s Little Big Shots hosted by comedian Steve Harvey. This hit show, now in its second season showcases talented and unique kids from all over the United States and the world. The feel-good, family-friendly series, executive produced by Harvey and Ellen DeGeneres, features Harvey in hilarious conversations and interviews with the young talent.
Grennan James Bartlett-Nealeigh; professionally know as Grennan the Green Monster performed a knife throwing bit on the show with the assistance of his sister Charlotte.  Eleven year old Grennan has just been accepted to Stivers Performing Arts Academy in Dayton.  When they filmed this show  last summer Charlotte also performed a contortion act.

Grennan is still the World’s Youngest Professional Knife Thrower. Photo by Kevin Foureman at Dark Mannequin Designs

According to the children’s father Thomas Nealeigh, “both Grennan & Charlotte have been on stage since they were babies. Grennan took his first steps on the stage of our theatre, The Empire Amusement Hall, that the family used to have in Hollywood. The day Charlotte came home from the hospital we bundled her up and took her to a show with us.”
Grennan started performing on stage at age 4 – and was on Nickelodeon’s FIGURE IT OUT doing the Bed of Nails when he was just six. Charlotte started on stage as soon as she could walk. Both children appeared on NBC’s America’s Got Talent in 2014, then on SuperKids for Germany’s Sat1 in 2015. Charlotte Lenore Bartlett-Nealeigh; professionally know as La Pequeña Arañita (the Little Spider)  is just nine years old and attends Charity Adams Earley Academy for Girls in Dayton.

Charlotte Lenore Bartlett-Nealeigh; pka La Pequeña Arañita (the Little Spider) photo by Kevin Foureman at Dark Mannequin Designs

Grennan & Charlotte have appeared onstage with FreakShow Deluxe and by themselves at George Washington’s Mount Vernon; Frontier City Amusement Park in Oklahoma City, OK; a fundraising event for WYSO in Dayton; the Sideshow Festival in Wilkes-Barre, PA; The Southern Sideshow Hootenanny in New Orleans, LA; the Hollywood Fringe Festival in Hollywood, CA; and the Texas Showdown Festival in El Paso, TX among other events. More locally, they have upcoming shows in May at the Ohio Historical Society in Columbus, OH and a feature show at Therapy Cafe in Dayton.

 Proud parents Thomas Nealeigh and Alice Bartlett, both performers themselves who own the touring FreakShow Deluxe Carnival Side Show, are hosting a Little Big Shots watch party this Sunday evening at Therapy Cafe.  Doors will open at 7:30pm and the show airs at 8pm.
The Nealeigh-Bartlett family on a visit to The Magic Castle in Hollywood last summer while they were  in California for the taping of Little Big Shots:
 

Dayton Businesses Give 20% Discounts For Equal Pay Day

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For Equal Pay Day (April 4), LeanIn.Org is launching #20PercentCounts, a campaign to raise awareness that women on average are paid 20 percent less than men in the United States. Black women are paid 37 percent less and Hispanic women are paid 46 percent less.

“Equal pay is essential to the goal of gender equality,” said Sheryl Sandberg, COO of Facebook and founder of LeanIn.Org. “This issue speaks to how we value women’s labor, knowledge, time, training, and so much more. In short, it’s about women’s worth. There’s nothing more fundamental than that.”

The gender pay gap disadvantages women and impacts families’ ability to buy groceries, pay for child care, invest in their children’s education, and more. If we closed the gender pay gap, the average woman would make $530,000 more over the course of her career, and millions of women and families would be lifted out of poverty. If we closed the pay gap, women on average could afford 78 more weeks of groceries each year—for Black and Hispanic women it would mean 155 and 193 additional weeks of food respectively.

 

In support of #20PercentCounts, businesses in twenty-five from Boston to St. Louis to Atlanta are offering 20 percent discounts on everyday purchases from coffee to pizza to pet supplies. Leaders from the Lean In Circles program, a global network of small peer support groups, are spearheading this grassroots effort. With support from LeanIn.Org, leaders recruited participating businesses and are serving as spokespeople for the campaign in their communities.

  • LUNA is offering 20% off all LUNA Bars sold on lunabar.com (while supplies last) from April 3–11 and matching the discount amount with a donation of up to $100,000 to fund salary negotiation workshops in partnership with the American Association of University Women (AAUW)
  • Lyft, which completes 20 million rides per month, is donating 20 percent of proceeds from rides taken in over 240 cities on April 4 to organizations that serve women and families—and will share the campaign with their customers via their app and online channels
  • P&G is offering a rebate on its products through April 30 (via pre-paid card) and will be promoting the importance of equal pay to 46 million U.S. households

A local Lean In Circle  got Dayton businesses to participate in the campaign. The businesses will be offering 20% discounts on Equal Pay Day.

Dayton metro area specific pay gap data, provided by  the National Partnership for Women and Families (NPWF), shows for the Dayton-metro region.  Based on the data available from 2015, the wage gap in the Miami Valley is 25%.

Equal Pay Day marks how far all women need to work into 2017 to earn what men were paid in 2016. Because Black and Hispanic women face an even larger wage gap, they have to work until July 31 and November 2 respectively to catch up.

“We are committed to championing women in the push for equality—inspiring this generation to raise their voice so that the next generation of girls can focus on their efforts and not their paychecks,” said Kit Crawford, co-chief Visionary Officer of Clif Bar & Company and owner of the LUNA brand. “April 4th is Equal Pay Day, but our work to level the playing field doesn’t end here. We are proud to partner with LeanIn.Org and AAUW to work towards closing the gender pay gap and support equality for women everywhere.”

“We are proud to support LeanIn.Org’s efforts to raise awareness about the pay gap between women and men,” said Carolyn Tastad, P&G Group President North America & Executive Sponsor Gender Equality. “P&G is passionately committed to equal pay. P&G is passionately committed to gender equality. We know that when women have the opportunity for full and equal representation that businesses perform better, economies thrive, communities are healthier, and the world is a better place—for all of us.”

Ben & Jerry’s Free Cone Day!

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Let’s face it. Holidays can be a whole lot of hype. The dressing up, cooking, shopping and party planning—it’s a lot of work! That’s why Ben & Jerry’s Free Cone Day is by far our favorite. What other holiday lets you show up to the party uninvited, wearing anything you want, and still gives you a gift? That’s right…no holiday ever. Use the following list to convince your boss or teacher that you need the day off to celebrate Ben & Jerry’s Free Cone Day 2017 on April 4.

Ben & Jerry's Free Cone Day - Everyone is invited.

Everyone is invited!

No guest list, no invite, no RSVP, just show up. We welcome everyone. Even your weird uncle.

Ben & Jerry's Free Cone Day - Shop until you drop.

Why shop ‘til you drop?

At Free Cone Day there’s no need to spend a dime, stress over what size someone wears, or wrestle with wrapping paper.

 

Wear whatever you want!

No black tie, ball gown or costume required, although we do suggest clothing of some kind.

Ben & Jerry's Free Cone Day - Leave the cooking to us

Leave the “cooking” to us.

Nothing (not even a root canal) is more painful than having to prepare a five course meal for a group of people who all want something different.

 

Smiles all around!

What’s not to love about a free cone of any flavor you want? Seriously! It puts a smile on everyone’s face (unlike that turtleneck you re-gifted that had the comfort of a cactus).

Ben & Jerry's Free Cone Day - Best Holiday Ever

No awkward family interactions.

We all love our families, but let’s face it…bring them ALL together under one roof for the first time in three years and you’re living on the edge!

 

You can put this holiday on repeat.

Why wait for next year’s Free Cone Day? Just get back in line for another free cone. Over and over again. We’re not counting. Really, go for it.

Ben & Jerry's Free Cone Day - We're scooping all day

Rain or shine, we’re scooping!

Not hail, nor sleet, nor snow, nor rain, nor…you get the idea. Rest assured, we’re scooping free Ben & Jerry’s no matter what!

 

No need to travel far.

Planes, trains and automobiles equal lost luggage, missed connections and flat tires. Lucky for you, there’s a solid chance you’ll find a Scoop Shop near you.

Ben & Jerry's Free Cone Day - Free ice cream!

Free ice cream!

Need we say more?

New Downtown Event Venue Opens

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Looking for a downtown venue for a small celebration?  The Brightside Event & Music Venue is now open for bookings!  Located at  905 E. Third Street, just west of Keowee, it has a large bar and table seating for about 50,  perfect for a birthday party, acoustic music show or small fundraiser.

Owners Carli and Hamilton Dixon have provided a  clean, neutral decor makes it easy to set the mood for your event at The Brightside.

 

  • Monday – Friday 5pm Rental ($100.00)
    Week day pricing applies for events taking place Monday – Friday 5pm . $100 rental includes 6 hours use, which includes set-up and tear down.
  • Weekend Party Room Rental ($200.00)
    Weekend pricing applies for events taking place between Friday 5pm – Sunday evening. Price is for 6 hours use to include set-up and tear down.

Book your dates with the online booking tool here: https://goo.gl/axc1aH. Select the Party Room Rental service category. Or, you can call with questions about booking at 937-672-0704.

Stay tuned for information on a larger 2nd room, than can hold about 300 coming later this year.

Artists Call for Bicycle Themed Art

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BALANCE is a juried show of bicycle-based or themed 2D and 3D work—held in conjunction with Troy, Ohio’s 2017 Sculptures on the Square public art exhibit of Mexican artist Gilberto Aceves Navarro’s Las Bicicletas—and will be on display in the Mayflower Arts Center’s Lobby Gallery, May 1-June 24, 2017.

Participation in BALANCE is open to all artists over the age of 16. Artists making 2D and 3D art based loosely or directly on bicycles, bicycle history, and bicycle culture are encouraged to submit their work.

All submissions will be juried by the Mayflower Arts Center’s exhibition committee. Along with three jury awards, there will also be a People’s Choice Award based on popular votes cast by visitors during the exhibition. The exhibition will be on display during the 2017 Troy Strawberry Festival (June 3-6, 2017), one of Ohio’s premiere and highest attended festivals.

While BALANCE is being held in conjunction with the Sculptures on the Square public display, work submitted to Balance does not have to be related to Navarro’s work, style, context, or concept.

 


SUBMISSION DETAILS


– All 2D and 3D media accepted (no audio or video files will be accepted). 3D works must be free-standing. 2D works must be framed or have finished edges and be delivered ready to install. Any work not properly prepared will not be included in the exhibit.
– The Mayflower Arts Center is a family-friendly arts center. Work depicting gratuitous nudity, profanity, or obscenities cannot be accepted. If you have a question about the acceptability of your art, please contact us before submitting.
– All entries will be submitted via the exhibition submission form on the Mayflower Arts Center’s website.
– Artists/designers may submit up to 5 works for a $40 non-refundable entry fee. Artwork submitted without payment will not be considered.
– For 3D work, submit images depicting the work as best you feel are needed. We prefer at least 2 images per work (full view and detail), but if you have 5 works you are submitting, then make sure the single image of each work shows the best angle and details of the work possible.
– For safety reasons, extremely large works may not be accepted. If you have any questions about the size of your work fitting in our gallery, please contact us before submitting.
– All artwork must be original and be accompanied by title, medium, dimensions, year of completion, and retail value.
– Entries will be judged from digital files. Images should be JPEG or PNG format, 72dpi, 800 pixels at their longest side, including your name in the digital file name.
– Artwork will be juried based on artistic vision, originality, technical execution, and adherence to the theme.
– Accepted artists/designers will be required to submit a high-resolution photograph of the accepted artwork for use with online and print media for marketing purposes. The artist’s name, website, and information about the work will be displayed alongside the work.
– All artwork must be for sale. The MAYFLOWER ARTS CENTER will take a 30% commission (plus 7% sales tax) from artwork sold during the exhibition.
– You will be notified of the jurors’ decisions by email and website posting on Saturday, April 15.
– Exhibiting artists will be required to deliver artwork to the Mayflower Arts Center by no later than April 24. Work shipped must include return postage. No packing peanuts please. Any artwork received after 5:00pm on April 24 may not be included in the exhibit.
– By submitting artwork to Balance you grant the Mayflower Arts Center and the Sculptures on the Square organizations the right to use and publish images of your artwork for promotional purposes. Artist retains all other rights to the artwork.
– If you have a question about the acceptability of your art, please contact us at MayflowerArtsCenter@gmail.com before submitting.
– Recognition will be awarded to the top three works as selected by the Mayflower Arts Center Exhibition Committee.
– Recognition will be awarded for a People’s Choice Award based on votes received by exhibition visitors.
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LAS BICICLETAS BACKGROUND:
Las Bicicletas (http://lasbicicletas.org/) is an urban art exhibit created by Mexican artist Gilberto Aceves Navarro. It comprises 250 bicycle sculptures in black, white, red and orange; colors that were used by the Mayan culture to symbolize the four cardinal points. Over 30 sculptures will be on display throughout downtown Troy for the public to view. One of the sculptures will be on display in the Lobby Gallery of the Mayflower Arts Center.

The mission of Las Bicicletas is to promote through art, the use of bicycles as an alternative mode of transportation and to procure better living conditions for all people in friendlier cities. Las Bicicletas’ objective is that bicycles are universally recognized as vehicles of happiness and health.

THE MAYFLOWER ARTS CENTER
The Mayflower Arts Center provides a community-friendly environment to create art, and enlighten and inspire a deeper appreciation of art among artists and patrons. Located prominently on the vibrant downtown square of Troy, Ohio—in the historic 1928 Mayflower Theater building—the Mayflower Arts Center offers gallery and exhibit spaces, classes and workshops, indie/art films, fine art retail, art lectures, performances and concerts. The Lobby Gallery presents work from local, regional, and national artists throughout the year.

ENTRY DEADLINE: April 10 (11:59pm EST)
Entry Fee: $40.00 (non-refundable)

Mayflower Arts Center Lobby Gallery
9 West Main Street
Troy, Ohio, 45373
Artist Reception: May 6 (6:00-8:00pm)

IMPORTANT DATES (all times reflect EST)
April 10 (11:59pm): Submission Deadline
April 15: Jurying Announcement (entrants notified by email / website)
April 24 (5:00pm): Drop-off/Delivery Deadline
April 24 – 30: Curation/Installation
May 1 – June 24: Exhibition Dates*
May 6 (6:00-8:00pm): Artist Reception
May 1 – June 4: Public Voting*
June 4 (5:00pm): Voting Closes
June 9 (7:00pm): People’s Choice Award Announcement
June 24 – July 1: Art Pick-up/Delivery*

COMPLETE SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS and ENTRY FORM are available at http://www.mayflowerartscenter.com/balance-exhibit.html.

Zombie Dogz Hits The Road

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The Zombie Dogz food truck will make it’s first appearance of the season today from 11am  – 8pm at Laser Web in the Normandy Square Shopping Center, located at 533 Miamisburg Centerville Rd. in Centerville. 

What’s on the Menu:

The Grambie Zombie: ground beef, sausage, chilis, cheese, and salsa all mixed together topped with chopped romaine lettuce, corn chips, and drizzled in cilantro sour cream.

Smells Like Zombie Spirit: sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and drizzled with your choice of 1000 island or brown mustard.

Dead Dixie: diced green apples, blue cheese crumbles, bacon bits, and drizzled with BBQ sauce.

Home on Deranged: slow cooked shredded chicken topped with Swiss cheese, bacon, and drizzled with ranch dressing.

Of course you can always visit their Brown street eatery which is open  Mon – Sun 10:30 am – 10 pm.

 

10 ?’s with Katie Marks of The Wicked ‘Wich

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Katie Marks is the owner of The Wicked ‘Wich of Dayton, a food truck that specializes in fresh, made to order eclectic combinations to basic build-your-own sandwiches brought to the streets of Dayton. They offer food different from your normal routine; combinations of sweet and savory on delicious local bread, along with a variety of options for vegetarians.

Not only is she passionate about the food she delivers, she’s also passionate about Dayton.  The Wicked ‘Wich of Dayton is throwing their 3rd annual launch party, with all proceeds going to TJ’s Place of Hope and Building Bridges, two great non-profit organizations in the Dayton area serving at-risk youth. Come for an evening of great music, local craft beer, raffle prizes, and amazing food!

Admission is $10 for 8 talented acts, all of which are from Dayton aside from our guest act, Jounce. Raffle tickets are $1 a piece or 6 for $5, featuring some pretty cool prizes from local businesses in the area. The truck will be accessible without the door fee, so if you’re looking for a great sandwich, come grab one!  So Katie says, “please come say hello and try the food. Not only are you getting a better quality and more convenient sandwich, you’ll be helping to make a better Dayton.”

Before the food truck reason gets rolling, we asked Katie to take time out to answer our 10 ?’s:

 

What is your favorite ingredient to cook with?

My favorite ingredient to cook with is garlic.  I think the best dishes begin with fresh minced garlic (not the jarred stuff).  It usually has a hiding spot within all of our creations, including my home ones.

 

What ingredient do you dread?

Onions.  I am so sensitive they are like mace.  Fortunately, I have a great crew on hand to make sure they are taken care of. 

 

What’s your favorite dish to make?

My favorite dish to make lately is French Toast.  My mom made it for me growing up, and I’ve always loved experimenting with different batters and toppings.  This weekend at the Brunch Rally, we are unveiling a new sandwich with French Toast as the bread.  Stay tuned, I just tried it and it’s super tasty.  (We are putting the menu on Facebook shortly)

 

What’s your favorite pig out food?

My favorite pig out food is The Root Beer Stande on Wilmington.  There’s nothing better than their Mac-and-cheese bites and a root beer float.

 

What restaurant, other than your own do you like to dine at in the Miami Valley?

This is such a difficult question, because there’s so many innovative and talented chefs in the area.  I wish I could give a top 5, although I’ll try and get away with food truck and brick-and-mortar.  PA’s Pork always has my heart with their take on different styles of cuisine, while Wheat Penny has me with their out-of-the-box style and fabulous wood fired pizza.

 

What’s your best advice for home chefs?

My best advice for home chefs would be to try something out of your comfort zone.  Don’t be afraid to mess something up, sometimes the best creations come from complete accidents or mistakes themselves.  Try out of the box combinations.  Cilantro and marmalade on a sandwich was because it was all that was in my refrigerator. 

If you could invite any 4 guests to a dinner party who would they be and why?

These questions are challenging!  My four guests would be:

1. The Wright Brothers.  I have always admired their innovation, intelligence, and dedication to a concept.  Their brilliance changed the way the entire world works, and it all started right here.  I would also want to ask about being alive through the transition from horse and buggies to fighter jets and electric start automobiles.

2. James Yancey.  Known in the music industry as J Dilla, he was a producer back the 1990’s that was celebrated for his sample methods with the very simple tools he used.  I would say he is proof that it isn’t the artist’s tools, but the artist themselves that can create beautiful masterpieces with what they have.

3. Jack Joyce, one of the founders of Rogue Brewery in Oregon.  I have always been fascinated with their business model and marketing.  The company is ran strictly word of mouth, and they have a great concept in their bottling and labeling.  Several of their ingredients even come from Rogue Farms, their own farm dedicated to the brewery.  I highly recommend the Pumpkin Patch Ale during the fall, and any of their Voodoo Donut ales they come out with every year.  

4. Paul Lawrence Dunbar. After reading his poetry, I would want to hear his story and also what his life was like in Dayton. I feel like he is a very underrated part of Dayton history, and often overlooked.

 

Seasoned sausage, scrambled egg, housemade salsa, and fresh cut cilantro all on a heated double corn tortilla

Who do you look up to in the industry and why?

I look up to Angela and Pete Olejnicek from PA’s Pork.  They have been amazing mentors and friends as we’ve navigated the food truck waters.  Angela is one of the smartest people I’ve ever met and is so talented at what she does, and Pete is also extremely talented along with handy.  It always seems like the two of them can get through anything, and have used their wisdom and experience to help me through some tough times.

 

What do you do in the Miami Valley on a day off?

I always love hiking Glen Helen, and treating myself and my partner to a local venue for the evening.  I am almost never disappointed with the local dining options, and the breweries here are incredible.  I’ll also venture out to local shows, for we have some extremely talented bands that play in the area.

 

Share a kitchen disaster, lucky break or other interesting story:

We have forgotten the bread.  Yes, the bread.  All’s I can say is thank god someone (really a member of a solid support system) could go and get it in time, and that we are all human 🙂

We are so excited for the changes and hard work we’ve put in over the winter. From the feedback we’ve received, we’ve come up with some faster logistics, opened up an expo window in the back, and have begun some new sandwiches that we cannot wait to share with you! We love you guys and cannot put into words how much we have appreciated the support over the last two years. Here’s to an amazing third season!

??Sunday we are at The Old Yellow Cab again! Only this time it’s for Brunch! A food truck rally, brought to you by The Drunken Waffle and Smokinbeebeeq. There’s some great trucks and we will have an awesome menu! Check it out in the comments section on Monday.

On the Menu:

?THIS IS PINE-AL TAP (NEW!):
Slow-cooked teriyaki chicken is paired with Havarti cheese, with sunflower kerns for a smooth flavor and crunch with pineapple preserves for a sweet finish.

?LADY MARMALADE (Best of Dayton finalist from Dayton.com two years in a row!)
Sliced almonds provide a little crunch to turkey, fused with white cheddar while paired with cilantro and orange marmalade.

?PHILLY BOB THORNTON:
Roast beef is paired with Swiss cheese, then a layer of sautéed mushroom, onion, and green pepper, then finished with our housemade garlic-parm mayo.

?NEW AGE GRILL (vegetarian):
Sautéed mushrooms are sandwiched between two slices of Swiss cheese with giardiniera (pickled vegetables, popular with Chicago-style pizza), then topped off with our housemade Cabernet ketchup.

?GRILLED CHEESE/BUILD YOUR OWN:
Default cheese is cheddar, although you’re welcome to ask about the different cheese we have that day. Add lettuce, tomato, onion, or pickle as well.
We try to source our ingredients as locally as possible ❤️
Side Items:
?IN QUESO EMERGENCY (NEW!):
Housemade queso dip with tortilla chips

?SLAW APOLOGIES:
Our fresh signature coleslaw, prepared fresh daily
?Mike Sell’s Potato Chips
?Pepsi Products and water
?Debit and credit accepted.?

Order from your office before your break or on your way home, and pick up your food ready to go! Click the link below for some mobile carryout with a twist.

For more on the Wicked ‘Wich- hear them on the Gem City Podcast.

2017 Top 25 Women To Watch

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The WiBN has announced the  2017 Top 25 Women To Watch. This is the 9th year these awards have recognized women in the Miami Valley who are exceptional in their roles and respected fields and make an impression in their respective fields of influence. Each of these women were selected because they stand out in some special way- because of her leadership, service to the community and/or their  professional accomplishments.

 Their Nominees’ Answers To The Following Question:

Explain why you believe this woman should be considered to receive WiBN’s Top 25 Woman to Watch honor?

 

Jill Kingston

Executive Director and Co Founder

Brigids Path

She is a shining example of if you see a need in your community it’s everyone’s responsibility to get involved and help find a solution. TOGETHER WE ARE STRONGER!

 

Sandra Brasington

Western Ohio Regional Liason

Office of Ohio Governor John R. Kasich

Sandra is dedicated to our community, dedicated to bringing individuals together for a common goal, a united effort, creating a better community for all. She is dedicated to the mission of WiBN, believing that women are to lift one another up, encourage each other and be a mentor to those who are in need of guidance and support. Being a WiBN Top 25 Woman to Watch is not a honor to be taken lightly and I believe Sandra will embrace this honor and be a woman the members of WiBN can look to with confidence.

 

Carol Clark

Publisher

Dayton Business Journal

I believe Carol is well respected in her field and community. She certainly has a great deal of influence in the community and in her own circle of influence. She steps up to lead where needed. She certainly is a woman to watch as she continues to inspire, motivate and lead with respect.

 

 

 

Christine M Soward

CEO/Owner

DMS ink

 …There are not a lot of female leaders in our industry, but she is making a huge impact in it. Vendors and manufacturers seek us out to be a beta site for new equipment and materials. Trade publications and online trade websites have requested interviews…This year, DMS ink was named top winner of the Woman-Owned Business of the Year and also received a second place award in the category of Minority-Owned Business of the Year. Additionally, company owner and president, Christine Soward, took home a third place award in the category of Executive of the Year…DMS ink Named by USPAACC as Fast 100 Asian American Business for 2015 and 2016 and we expect to be again for 2017. Christine was also named a “Woman Who Rocks” by MBE Magazine and recognized with this prestigious award in 2015…We continue to grow at a feverish pace and right now, I don’t see a ceiling on how far we will go.

 

Mary E. Garman

Chief Opperating Officer

Premier Health- Good Samaritan Hospital

I believe Mary should be considered to receive this honor because I feel as though she exemplifies exactly what a woman in today’s society should be doing. During a time when our country seems to be more divided and lost than ever, it is people like Mary who give us hope. Even with her extremely busy schedule she goes out of her way to mentor young professionals in the healthcare field. She works to ensure a portion of the future of Dayton’s healthcare system is educated, confident and prepared to take over when their time comes. Her positive outlook brings reassurance when others are full of doubt. Our city needs role models like Mary to mentor and guide youth especially during such a confusing, uncertain time…Mary selflessly always has others in mind. She has a heart of gold and would do anything for anyone, which is why she should be one of the Top 25 Women to Watch.

 

 

Mary McDonald

Mayor

City of Trotwood

I believe Mayor Mary McDonald should be considered to receive this honor because she is the hardest working Mayor I have ever seen. She puts in long hours every day and night as well as through the weekends to grow, expand and make Trotwood all that it can be. Mayor McDonald has committed herself to making a name for Trotwood again. She deserves this honor because of her ability to make things happen in our community. Mayor McDonald knew the community desired to have our Community Center open again and so she reached out to our State Representative and in turn received $250,000 toward the renovations to reopen the Trotwood Community & Cultural Arts Center. She added the Arts aspect to the community center to meet a need in the community. There are so many young people who need a space to express their creative side, but there are no outlets big enough in the city.

 

Natasha Randall

Vice President of Design and Operations

Unlimited Events

I have watched Natasha grow within her career in the community over the last decade and her commitment and enthusiasm for both never wane. It is exciting to think about all the bright things in her future and what she will be able to contribute to our community. She is truly an asset as a volunteer, businesswoman and friend!

 

 

 

Elizabeth Graves

President

Prime Controls

 I truly believe Beth is going to take this company to whole new levels in the coming year(s). She has a vision and is set to achieve greatness with her entire team’s support. Just this year we have won seven awards, one being the Business of the Year for the Manufacturing industry, showing just how dedicated to the company and its success she is. She is helping turn the face of the manufacturing industry from an old, dirty industry into an industry for smart engineering and talented production work. I am proud to be on the team that she is leading to greatness.

 

 

 

Juanita Darden-Jones

Owner/Creator

Third Perk CoffeeHouse and WineBar/JM Enterprises, LLC

One might assume a “math teacher” or “CEO” would be a little cold, analytical, critical, calculating, literally. But, she is a bundle of joy that chooses to use her business savvy “powers” for good, mentoring & tutoring many of her students “off the clock” just because they need a little extra help; building & managing multiple businesses along with a family with budding adult children who still need mom’s guidance and TLC as they pursue their dreams; by thinking of ways to collaborate with or simply & unselfishly elevate another women’s brand/product/service/skills to the next level; by sharing her “dream” with the community earning it the title of “the people’s coffeehouse,” something she has done for me personally MULTIPLE times, expecting nothing in return, to help me spread awareness about brain tumors and more. She has literally created multiple businesses, streams of income and sources of joy in her life from “nothing!”…The community and women everywhere need a front row seat to watch her takeoff!…

 

Tina M. Patterson

Chief Executive Officer

Homefull

From what I shared above, and now more than ever, I believe Tina is worthy of being recognized as a Top 25 Woman to Watch. I will simply encourage the anticipation and intrigue by asking everyone to stay tuned in 2017 and beyond as Tina leads Homefull along with our community and others to work together to end homelessness!

 

 

 

 

 

Gina Handy Minyard

Theatre Magnet Director

Stivers School for the Arts

Gina Handy Minyard should be considered to receive the WiBN’s Top 25 Woman To Watch honor because she is making a real difference in the Dayton community. By using her theatre company to support other women in the area to produce important stories, she is addressing the gender parity gap in the professional theatre. By volunteering her time and expertise to the Junior League of Dayton, Gina is giving back to the Dayton community by supporting the vital causes upon which the Junior League focuses. Finally, by leading the theatre magnet at Stivers School for the Arts, Gina is inspiring the next generation of performing artists, engaged community members, and world citizens Dayton will celebrate in the future. I can think of no better reason, though, than her selfless efforts to make Dayton the community we call home.

 

Angela Felice McMurry

Science Curriculum Coordinator (K-12)

Darke County Educational Service Center

 Angela should be considered for this recognition because her efforts and compassion make every aspect of our communities better. She cultivates in our students the skills, curiosity and drive that are necessary to make our businesses and industry successful. She is also equally skilled in creating strategic partnerships with local business leaders to create an ecology of success for our community. It is respectfully submitted that there is no one more qualified for this recognition.

 

 

 

Melissa Fowler

Project Manager

Campus Suite

Often, those who are doing some of the most important work are the ones behind the scenes. Wherever Fowler goes, through professional or volunteer channels, she puts her passions, talents and commitment to use. Her love of communication is obvious, as is her compassion for and empathy in assisting those with different abilities. She has spent the last 11 years in nonprofit public relations because, as she puts it, “I want to give voice and recognition to people who are often overlooked.” Fowler is creative, insightful, and loves Dayton, purposefully choosing to live and work in the city. Fowler believes she has not hit her peak yet; she is always striving to improve, learn and grow. Her natural leadership and energy is contagious. She is highly respected and motivates everyone around her. I have no doubt that she will continue her advocacy for others in need and excel in her career…

 

Angela Clements

Assistant Vice President for Advancement

Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine

With all of Angela’s past and current accomplishments in the community, she is just getting started. She is passionate about Dayton and uses her talents to improve organizations and enhance the community. I know I only have a short list of what she has cultivated, and with her dedication, there will be a lot more to come. I can hardly wait to see what the future unfolds, not only for Angela, but also for the greater Dayton community.

 

 

 

Audrey Starr

Special Events and Communications Manager

YWCA

I have worked side by side with Audrey for several years on the executive board of Junior League of Dayton. The progress the League has made under Audrey’s guidance has been monumental. Specifically in terms of communications and brand awareness. In thinking back to the Kids in the Kitchen campaign, it was with her knowledge that we were able tie companion pieces to the PSAs into the website. Audrey is a true leader with innovative ideas. I am looking forward to the next League year as I have no doubt that under her guidance, Junior League is going to make a big impact in the community!

 

Dr. Patricia Abboud

Chair of Medicine

Dayton Children’s Hospital

We began as professional acquaintances, we became partners in finding a cure for cancer, then went on to become dear friends. When your plate is full, most say “no thank you”…or “next year”.  Pat says…”how can I help??  What can we do to make this better??  How can we blow it out of the park to make a difference!?!” She deals with the sickest children at Dayton Children’s then shows up, often in her scrubs, not just to do her part…but to exceed all expectation. Her passion and commitment to making our community better has fueled my soul on many a tough day. Her credentials speak for themselves…and I am a better person in having Pat in my life!!!

 

 

Jennifer N. Heapy

Chief Executive Officer

Dayton Metro Housing Authority dba Greater Dayton Premier Management

Jennifer Heapy has a single focus, improving the lives of Montgomery County’s most vulnerable citizens. Her approach is full-circle as she has the power to create, motivate, nurture and transform. She’s seen as authentic and trustworthy because she is willing to take risks while inspiring the commitment of others, and helping her colleagues, staff and residents find a deeper meaning in the work they do. She’s accessible and conscience of her ability to empower others…Her relentless pursuit of opportunities for our community’s low-income residents has had a ripple effect across our area as her endeavors have brought millions of dollars of economic development to our community and have motivated others to participate in our community’s evolvement. And, this will only continue in the future as she’s continuously pursuing opportunities that will set-the housing authority and our community up for success for the long-term. But, what’s the most impressive thing about Ms. Heapy? She’s only getting started.

 

Leann Castillo

Director

National Trail Parks and Recreation District

For me personally, Leann is a dear friend and someone whom I look up to professionally. She has a servant heart combined with a passionate determination to improve the quality of life in the Springfield community. My admiration for Leann can be summed up as follows: When the time came in Leann’s career to take on an executive leadership role, as a highly respected and experienced leader she had wide open doors to go anywhere. She chose to go to NTPRD. She chose to go there not for the esteem or the fantastic salary. Leann was born and raised in Springfield. She lives in and is raising her own family in Springfield. Though the unique challenges of her community can be trying, she chose NTPRD because in her words, “How can I drive past my own community to go somewhere else to make a difference? I want to do it here, in my own backyard. My own community.”

 

Maria Gossard

Owner/Artistic Director

Think Paper & Maria Gossard Designs

Maria is an extremely honest and warm, yet strong, businesswoman and artist who strives to provide the highest quality end-product to her clients. In doing so, she develops enough of a personal relationship in a short period of time so that she can design and deliver something that reflects each one’s individual personality and tastes. Her unique products and services will make the Dayton area a destination spot for brides, business people and anyone looking for that special something in paper and printing. We have no one else like Maria Gossard in this type of business and nothing near the exceptional design she offers. Dayton can only win and grow as a result of Maria Gossard and other businesswomen like her. She supports and advances all, but especially women, in pursuing their career and vocational dreams.

 

Mary Murphy

President and Chief Nursing and Care Officer

Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton

Mary exemplifies what it means to be a nurse leader (and frankly, a leader in general). She is a servant, putting the needs of the patients and staff before her own. With every response to a question or a challenging situation, she teaches and helps our staff to become better. She challenges her teammates to continue learning and growing. She helped implement a policy that all Hospice of Dayton staff must be certified in hospice and palliative care within two years of employment or they will be terminated. She did this because she felt it was in the best interest of our patients and that it would be a source of pride for our staff and organization. Mary is willing to lend a helping hand in whatever needs done and her staff know and respect her for that! Lastly, she is always willing to celebrate and honor the accomplishments of those around her, another important attribute of a leader.

 

Melissa Bertolo

Welcome Dayton Program Coordinator

City of Dayton Human Relations Council

Melissa exhibits a quiet confidence, works to succeed in all her endeavors and continues to expand her skill sets and experiences. She is committed to diversity and has achieved a tremendous win in the leadership and implementation of the Welcome Dayton program. The success of the Welcome Dayton program should not be underestimated, as it appeared to take significant effort in strategic design, program implementation, public relations and ongoing operational effectiveness. Melissa is passionate about social justice and has a strong background in immigration issues.

 

 

 

Pratibha Phadke-Gupta, Ph.D.

Research Assistant Professor

Central State University

As an Indian woman, Pratibha has had to overcome many cultural challenges to obtain her degree, businesses and status. She has achieved so much on her own – by staying true to herself and working within her cultural beliefs. I believe Pratibha is an excellent example of how women can remain true to their WHOLE self and still succeed.

 

 

 

Shelly Heller

President/Owner

Allied Shipping & Packaging Supplies, Inc.

I believe Shelly should receive this honor for her dedication to “Rising Up” the women around her and her willingness to help everyone she can without concern of any benefit. She is very innovative and has patented a new product TempnToss available on Walmart.com through her new temperature division-Tempagenix. Shelly is a force to be reckoned with and is setting the standards for women in business and her continued outreach and support in the many facets of our community.

 

Stephanie Precht

Director – Public Policy & Economic Development

Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce

The question isn’t “why,” the question is “why not?” Stephanie is a rising star in the Chamber and the Dayton area community. This is a professional woman that is already a catalyst for change and opportunity and I’m excited to see what more she will do in the future. Stephanie’s leadership at the Chamber and leadership in the community make her an ideal candidate for this honor.

 

 

Tanya Kirsty Williams

Co-Owner/General Manager

Windsor’s Place/Xenia Bouncy Castle

I want Tanya to be considered because she does not ask for the thank you’s or the kudos, she just works diligently to help others especially veterans. I want everyone to know what she has accomplished and ultimately make here dream of helping all veterans spread and expand.

 

 

Young’s Annual Ice Cream Sale

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The once a year weekend for the Young’s Jersey Dairy homemade ice cream pint sale is here!  

So head on out to 6880 Syoungs-cowpringfield-Xenia Rd in Yellow Springs and fill your freezer with $2.19 pints, while they last!  Young’s says they’ve stocked the cases with several thousand pints so now’s the time to stock up!

All you care to buy, while supplies last. This is a once a year sale, so don’t miss out! Stock up on Young’s homemade ice cream now through March 26th!

Flavors that will be ready for pick-up:

Vanilla Chocolate P-Nut Butter
Cow Patty Lemon Custard
Mint Chocolate Chip No Sugar Added Vanilla
French Vanilla Cookies & Cream
Sea Salty Caramel Chocolate Fudge Brownie
Key Lime Crunch Cappuccino Latte Gelato
Chocolate Butter Pecan
Coffee Peaches & Cream
Chocolate Chip Tiramisu Gelato
Caramel Chocolate Toffee Lemon Sorbetto
Black Walnut Bubble Gum
Black Raspberry Salty Caramel Pretzel Crunch
P-Nut Butter Cup German Chocolate Brownie
Cookie Dough Cotton Candy
Strawberry Orange Sherbet

Phish Coming to Nutter Center

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In addition to The Baker’s Dozen at Madison Square Garden, a few more shows have been added to the band’s summer plans including three shows at Chicago’s Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island and one night stands at Dayton, OH’s Nutter Center and Pittsburgh, PA’s Petersen Events Center. The band will also return to Dick’s Sporting Goods Park for their seventh annual Labor Day Weekend run in Commerce City, CO.

The Dayton show at the Nutter Center will be Tuesday, July 18 at 7pm with doors opening at 5:30pm.

An online ticket request period for pre-sale tickets and weekend ticket bundles are available now at http://tickets.phish.com through Monday, April 3 at NOON ET. There will be no additional dates announced for summer or fall.