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Iconic Dayton Bartender to Retire after 50+ years

February 6, 2017 By Dayton937 Leave a Comment

Rick Busch, legendary Dayton Bartender at Franco’s

Some Daytonians are unforgettable characters.  Such is the case with lifelong barkeep, Rick Busch.  He is set to retire from Franco’s Ristorante Italiano on Tuesday February 7th, after over 50 years in the business, the last 15 years at Franco’s.

If you have seen or met Rick, you would never forget him.  He has a quick wit, and is well known for his sarcastic jokes.  His trademark mustache and beard are throwback style.  His deep, rich voice and laugh are unmistakable.  Rick is sharp, and is a treasure trove of information about the Miami Valley restaurant scene.  He is a lifelong Dayton foodie, and always up for a Food Adventure.

Rick says “Franco’s World Famous spaghetti” is a Must Eat !

Whether talking about a past or present local eatery, he usually has a great story or insight on the place.  We chatted with Rick about old restaurants like the “Cork n Cleaver” and shared recent memories from this past year’s Italian Festival.  His infectious smile is a testament to his craft as a bartender.  He is knowledgeable, and makes you feel at home.  No wonder he has had a successful career spanning five decades.

Moretti Beer at the bar served by Rick

The long days of standing on your feet for several hours in a row, and the toll it takes, caused Rick to decide it was time to retire at this point in his life.  He also works for clients through a Dayton senior service care company.  We assume he may continue that part time.

So how did he become this legendary bartender??  Let’s find out!

 

HERE’S THE SKINNY on ICONIC DAYTON BARTENDER, RICK BUSCH:

—He grew up in West Carrollton and regularly meets with a group of classmates from his high

Tuesday Feb 7th, 2007 ends 50 years of bartending

school class of ’64.  With his wisdom, he explains the importance of time with good friends, because life is way too short.

—Rick started bar tending at the 400 Club in the mid 1960’s, which was Dayton’s first gay bar on 400 Warren St.  He said “if people knew some of the stories that went on in that place, oh boy…”

—He also worked bar at the legendary Stockyards Inn on Springfield Street in Dayton and a stint at Frigidaire in 1976.

Steve and Rick at Dayton’s Italian Fall Festa

—His next move was the Bar Manager at the Daytonian Hotel at Third and Ludlow Streets from 1980-1984.  During that time, first lady Nancy Reagan paid a visit and dined.

—Over the next 17 years, Rick would work at the TWA Ambassadors club at the Dayton Airport, tending bar.  Oh, the stories he must have heard and shared over the years.

—In 2001, he started working at Franco’s Italian restaurant, on Fifth Street, where he was an immediate fixture.  This is where the Food Adventure Crew first met him.  The food and drink are always good, but Rick puts his special touch on service that you can’t describe.  You

Rick running the Cash Register at Franco’s on Fifth Street

have to experience it yourself.  An era is truly coming to an end (insert one of Rick’s jokes here).
We decided to put some stats together based on averages, to estimate of the number of people Rick has served over the last 50 years.  We figured out that Rick has served approximately 780,000 customers.  We figured 234,000 which would have been served at Franco’s alone.  That is an amazing feat.

 

We estimate Rick has served 234,000 people in his 15 years at Franco’s

—On a personal level Rick loves good food & wine.  He loves to explore local eateries, & loves to travel.  He loves to dine in locally owned & operated, small town restaurants.  He is also known for hosting some epic parties at his Beavercreek home.

 

Food Adventures has our favorite “Must Eats” at Franco’s, but today, we thought, “who better to seek that expertise from, than Rick Busch?”  He has 2 favorites from his 15 years working with the menu.

Rick serving up calamari and garlic bread

RICK BUSCH’S “MUST EATS” at FRANCO’S RISTORANTE ITALIANO:

—FETAGO di MANZO (CALVES LIVER AND ONIONS):
Liver sliced and sautéed to perfection in Franco’s kitchen.  Served either Italian-style with sauce or American-style with onions.  Rick says this dish is fantastic.

 

—FRANCO’S WORLD FAMOUS SPAGHETTI:
Spaghetti noodles tossed is a combination of Romano cheese, fresh roasted garlic and olive oil.

Peroni Italian Beer

We love to add mushrooms, but Rick says, instead, add Franco’s homemade, special Italian sausage (insert one of Rick’s joke here).

 

 Are you hungry?  Want to try some of these dishes yourself?  Well, come out to Franco’s Ristorante Italiano at 5pm  this Tuesday, Feb 7th for Rick’s retirement party.  Whether you knew him or not, it is a perfect chance to try some authentic Italian recipes and visit with Rick at Franco’s one last time.

Last time we dined at the bar, Big Ragu got a Moretti Italian Beer with his appetizer, which is his tradition.  When he told Rick he was ordering Lambrusco with his meal, Rick said he

Lasagna at Franco’s

would have to get rubber gloves out to protect himself from serving that crap.  Ragu ordered another Moretti Beer instead.  This Tuesday, Big Ragu promises to toast him with a glass of Lambrusco.

Congratulations on your your retirement, Rick!  It is well deserved.  Thank you for all of your hard work and service over the years. The ole’ Italian place won’t be the same without you.
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Feel free to browse the photos below from our visits to Franco’s Restaurant.

A view from a beer

Lasagna

Bar Seating

Hand breaded mozzarella cheese balls from Franco’s

Chocolate Cake at Franco’s

Manicotti

Ravioli with Marinara

Entrance to Franco’s

Congratulations on your retirement, Rick Busch !

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Super Duper Cheesesteak Finals, Saturday !

April 15, 2016 By Dayton937 Leave a Comment

16inch Super Duper Cheesesteak

2016 clash of the cheesesteak champs, climaxes this Saturday at 1pm at the Beavercreek store.  The battle to see who can eat a 16 inch Super Duper Cheeseseak the fastest is a day away, and you are invited to come watch the devastation!

The individual store champions are set. The judges are set, the cooks are ready, the grill is hot and the buns are warming.

Last year’s champ Aaron Smith looks to retain his title from 2015, where he ate the sandwich in  mere 89 seconds.  Dayton Most Metro’s Food Adventures Crew was there last year and will be there again judging for the 4th year in a row.  Chef House and the Big Ragu will join  K99 radio personality The Frye Guy, Beavercreek Mayor Brian Jarvis, and Living Dayton’s hosts Katie Kenney, Zak Pitts and Sallie Taylor and Lisa Grigsby from DaytonDining to decide the winner.  The Champ will get check for $1,000 plus their name on the Cheesesteak Championship Belt.

The event ends with an incredible donation presentation to Dayton’s Children’s Hospital, which was over $15,000 last year.  There is also a $10,000 prize drawing at the contest from the entries collected in 2016.   Submarine House is a great company, who gives back to Dayton and deserves our patronage, plus their cheesesteaks kick some serious butt.

Come out and watch the fun, it is usually standing room only, but you gotta see this!  Stay afterward for your own Food Adventure and try a cheesesteak for yourself, or many of the other popular sandwiches, pizzas and more on the menu.

SEE YOU THERE for CHEESESTEAKS, CHARITY and MORE !

 

HERE’S THE SKINNY:

Aaron Smith set the record in 2015 by eating one in 89 seconds

WHAT:  The Super Duper Cheesesteak Championship Finals

WHEN: SATURDAY, APRIL 16th at 1pm

WHERE:  The Submarine House, 3195 Dayton Xenia Rd, Beavercreek, OH 45434

WHY: Proceeds of the cheesteak challenge benefit Dayton Children’s Hospital

 

Hang out with Food Adventures Crew at Submarine House after the contest, and grab some drinks and grub.. we will be autographing sub buns and lettuce for our fans…

Here is one “Must Eat” you should know about on this special day!

 

MUST EATS:  

— THE 16INCH SUPER DUPER CHEESESTEAK:  Dubbed “16 inches of heaven.” It is a cheesesteak with triple the meat and cheese, tossed and grilled with peppers, mushrooms and onions, then topped with the works (lettuce, tomato, spices, mayo, hot pepper relish), all on a 16 inch sub bun.  If you have not tried this sandwich – it is a Dayton Icon and a MUST EAT.  It is DELICIOUS ! Not a big eater? Get the 8inch version and find cheesesteak bliss.

 

See you Saturday !  Are you a Dayton Foodie?  Then follow our everyday Food Adventures on Facebook by clicking here.

Like us on Facebook, love us in your hearts ….

 

Donation to Dayton Childrens Hospital 2015

How fast can you eat this ?

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Ragu takes the challenge

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Champ !

Hungry Jax, Big Ragu and 2015 Champ Aaron Smith !

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Chef House will be a judge !

Filed Under: Dayton Dining, Food Adventures Tagged With: Beavercreek, Big Ragu, bun, champion, Championship, cheese, cheesesteak, chef house, finals, Food Adventure, Food Adventures, hungry jax, mushrooms, onions, relish, steak, sub, submarine House, tomato

Yo, Adrian! We Bit It !!

July 19, 2014 By Dayton937 Leave a Comment

The EB Pizza

The EB Pizza (Everything but Anchovies) – Click to Enlarge

Can you smell, what the Rocky’s is cooking?

That delicious aroma is coming from Rocky’s Pizza Ring, at 3273 Seajay Rd. in Beavercreek.  Known to Beavercreek foodies for years, this Gem City original is nestled into the Beaver Valley Shopping Center, is behind Lofino’s Grocery.  It is a little tough to find, but once you know about this little known secret, you will be back for more.  In fact on their menu, the motto is “Once Found, Never Forgotten.”   

Mama said knock you out with the scoop on Rocky’s Pizza Ring, so we’re gonna knock you out….
In this corner, we have The Big Ragu, the undisputed, undefeated Dayton Foodies in his Forties.  It’s time for a Food Adventure, so ring the bell, and let’s get it on.

 

HERE’S THE SKINNY:

— Fun atmosphere, where the dining tables are inside a boxing ring.  There are also old articles on the wall about various fighters from the 1940’s-1970’s

— Owner/Manager Amy, comes in at 6am each day and makes all of the dough, fresh from scratch.  It makes a big difference, you will see, in the taste.

3 ingredient Calzone

Calzone with Pepperoni, Mushrooms and Green Peppers

— Amy also makes her own sausage & meatballs.  She even makes her bread from scratch for Rocky’s menu selection of East Coast Style Subs.

— Family owned and operated since 1975, current ownership is 2nd generation.  They still use the original pizza ovens for that great flavor!

— The hours are a bit tricky:  Monday through Thursday, they are open 11am-2pm, then they close and reopen 5-10pm.  Friday they stay open til 11pm, while Saturdays and Sundays hours are 11am-11pm, and 11am-10pm respectively.

 

Now lace up your gloves, you are about to go toe to toe with Rocky’s “Must Eats !”  Wait, unlace the gloves, it makes it easier to eat…..

MUST EATS:

— THE EB PIZZA (Everything but anchovies):  Want “deluxe” toppings?  Then you want the EB PIZZA .  Yo Mick, the main event is their pizza.  Rocky’s pies are  a thinner crust and cut into small squares.  As we said, the fresh dough is key here.  **TIP:  Some of you who like a crispier crust may request them to cook it “well done.”

— THE PEPPERONI PIZZA:  A good, ol’ classic.  With Rocky’s dough, cheese and sauce combination, you cant go wrong.  Take your mouthpiece out before eating.

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Entering the ring, from Dayton, Ohio …..

— EAST COAST ITALIAN SUB:  Their most popular sub, served with onions and Italian oil, provolone, with an option for lettuce and tomato too !

— THREE INGREDIENT CALZONE: Pick your own 3 fillings, and enjoy the fresh dough that holds it all together.  This calzone is definitely fork and knife worthy.

— EAST COAST TURKEY SUB:  Nothing fancy, just one of the best quick turkey sandwiches out there.  The fresh bread makes you wanna hold the sandwich like a teddy bear.

— TACO PIZZA:  Grilled hamburger meat, crumbled, mixed with Mexican spices, and topped with 2 kinds of cheese.  It is then baked and finished with a topping of lettuce and tomatoes.  Spicy, tasty and filling.  This is a unique tasting pie, and one of the top taco pizzas we have encountered.   A Food Adventure favorite.

 

The menu also includes spaghetti dinners, burgers, salads and hoagies.   Rocky’s Pizza Ring is the place to go, to put your taste buds in training.

Taco Pizza

Taco Pizza at Rocky’s Pizza Ring

Here is also something that you need to know.  Rocky’s has a FREE Stand up Comedy Night on the second MONDAY of each month.  Also every Monday is 1/2 price beer pitchers.

What are the future plans for Rocky’s?   They are looking to get craft beer on tap, and partner with brushes and barstools for future events.

We have known about this place since the days of bellbottoms, and continue to get our fix every few weeks.  It astounds us that so many people are still not aware this place exists. Don’t be one of the those people!

Whether you are sitting in the dining room ring, or grabbing some pizza to go, we hope you try this champ a try.  The ownership works heard to deliver freshness every day.  Rocky’s Pizza Ring in Beavercreek, will put your hunger down for the count!

Check out our KNOCKOUT photo gallery below, from our numerous visits to Rocky’s Pizza Ring !

Want to catch all of the jabs and uppercuts in the Dayton Food Arena?  Then jump on Facebook and “like” Food Adventures, by clicking HERE.

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Filed Under: Dayton Dining, Food Adventures, The Featured Articles Tagged With: #daytonfood, #daytonfoodies, ali, anchovies, Beavercreek, Beer, Big Ragu, calzone, Comedy, Dayton, DaytonDining, drinks, East Coast Subs, Food Adventure, Food Adventures, foodies, green peppers, jack dempsey, jack johnson, joe louis, marciano, onions, pasta, pepperoni, peppers, pizza, pop, ring, rocky's Pizza Ring, rockys, ropes, salad, salads, soft drinks, subs, taco pie, taco pizza, The Big Ragu, tunney

What a Gas! AMBUCS Chili Cookoff Winners Announced

November 27, 2013 By Dayton937 Leave a Comment

Jimmie's Ladder 11 Chili was the Peoples Choice for # 1 (served with a jalapeno corn muffin)

Ladder 11 was the People’s Choice Winner (served with a jalapeno muffin) Click to Enlarge

The people have spoken at the 27th Annual Charity Chili cookoff and Casino Night for AMBUCS.  And they were tooting more than their horns the next day!

For the 2nd year in a row, JIMMIES LADDER 11 was the people’s choice for best chili.   BUT NOT SO FAST MY FRIENDS ….. THE FOOD ADVENTURES CREW with THE BIG RAGU have their takes on the chili contest and it may surprise you.

Your humble Food Adventurers were asked to be special celebrity guest judges and we ate every station, every bowl and left no pot unturned.  We also had hot dogs, coney dogs, wine, beer and soft drinks.  The frigid evening was PERFECT for chili tasting.

There was spicy chili, mild chili, chicken chili, no bean chili, .. there was even a gumbo !   Topping options were cheese, onions, hot sauce some had sour cream ! …  So Poopsie, how do you like your chili ?

 

THE BIG RAGU’S WINNER: Tie between THE BRUNCH CLUB and THE TROPICS

The Brunch Club had an amazingly sweet chili that was delicious.  The Tropics entry was just as addicting.  It was a  with a hearty, traditional chili with great flavors.

 

Honorable Mention to the other great chili’s: Longhorn Steakhouses’ Brisket chili, and of course the chili from Jimmie’s Ladder 11.  The Spiciest chili was Harrigan’s chili.  Other great, hearty traditional chili’s included Elsa’s Restaurant and Slyder’s Tavern.   Buckin Donkey Grille’s traditional chili was great, and they even served chicken sausage gumbo that was to die for.  Even amateur entries like Chef Daddy’s Firehouse won hearts with their chicken chili.

 

The real winner here was the AMBUCS charity who raises money to help disabled children and adults in the Miami Valley.  It is a local chapter and the funds stay local to help those in need in the Dayton area.  If you have never attended this event, it is a complete blast.  There was chili, beer, hot dogs, wine and pop (all you can eat).   There were casino games like blackjack, showdown, dice games and spin the wheel games.  The upstairs area even had a Bingo area !

 

Chef Daddy’s Firehouse White Chicken Chili (click to enlarge)

It was a true Food Adventure and Gamblers paradise!   You have 12 month to get your gastro-intestinal tract in shape for this one.  Don’t miss this event next year, it truly was a gas !

Want more photos and tongue in cheek fun from the one and only FOOD ADVENTURES CREW?  Then  “like” us on FACEBOOK by clicking HERE.  

We are not food critics, we are two “foodies in our forties” who love to eat !    This is not our job, this is our hobby, so we don’t have an agenda !  That’s why our stuff is original!  Often imitated, but never duplicated you can find us every week right here on Dayton Most Metro !

As always, check out our gallery photos below for some amazing food shots !

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Grand Opening

The grand opening will be 9 to 11 am Aug. 26. The first 100 Dunkin’ Rewards Members in line at...

11:00 am - 2:00 pm Recurring

Freakin Ricans

August 26 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm Recurring

Freakin Ricans

6:00 pm

Bike Night

August 26 @ 6:00 pm

Bike Night

The weather forecast appears favorable for a great ride! DJ music will be provided courtesy of Harley Davidson of Xenia....

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Party with a Purpose

August 26 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Party with a Purpose

Join us for an evening of fun and impact at Party With a Purpose, supporting United Way of the Greater...

6:00 pm - 11:00 pm Recurring

Cinn- Wagon

August 26 @ 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm Recurring

Cinn- Wagon

6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Fall Color and Garden Maintenance

August 26 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Fall Color and Garden Maintenance

Learn how to prepare your garden for fall with autumn-friendly flowers and essential maintenance tips to prepare your garden for next...

7:00 pm

The Hathaways

August 26 @ 7:00 pm

The Hathaways

classic rock from the 60's, 70's and 80's

Free
7:00 pm Recurring

Open audition for DIAL “M” FOR MURDER

August 26 @ 7:00 pm Recurring

Open audition for DIAL “M” FOR MURDER

Open audition notice for DIAL "M" FOR MURDERby Frederick Knott Auditions will be held Mon & Tue, Aug 25 &...

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10:00 am - 11:30 am

Grantseeking Basics for Nonprofits

August 27 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am

Grantseeking Basics for Nonprofits

This workshop will discuss successful grantseeking strategies, including finding the right funder, planning your project and crafting your proposal. Learn...

10:00 am - 3:15 pm Recurring

Illy’s Fire Pizza

August 27 @ 10:00 am - 3:15 pm Recurring

Illy’s Fire Pizza

We are a mobile wood fired pizza company that specialize in turkey products such as Turkey pepperoni, Italian Turkey sausage,...

10:30 am - 2:00 pm Recurring

Claybourne GRILLE

August 27 @ 10:30 am - 2:00 pm Recurring

Claybourne GRILLE

11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Freakin Ricans Food Truck

August 27 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Freakin Ricans Food Truck

3:00 pm - 7:00 pm Recurring

Trotwood Community Market (presented by American Legion Post 613)

August 27 @ 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm Recurring

Trotwood Community Market (presented by American Legion Post 613)

A celebration of locally sourced foods and products from small businesses in Trotwood and the surrounding communities! Stop by and...

3:00 pm - 7:00 pm Recurring

Miamisburg Farmers Market

August 27 @ 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm Recurring

Miamisburg Farmers Market

Miamisburg Farmers MarketAt Miamisburg Christian Church parking lot.1146 E. Central Ave in Miamisburg.Fresh Produce, sweet treats, food trucks and more..

5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Recurring

Rolling Easy

August 27 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Recurring

Rolling Easy

Mobile food trailer w/ freshly made street food: crispy wonton rolls filled with fresh ingredients, prime rib sliders, quesadillas &...

6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Recurring

Beginners’ Pilates

August 27 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Recurring

Beginners’ Pilates

In this Pilates class you will learn basic Pilates principles, how to change your posture to improve pain syndromes, strengthen...

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10:00 am - 2:00 pm Recurring

What The Taco?!

August 28 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Recurring

What The Taco?!

Chipotle Chicken Taco GRILLED CHICKEN, SHREDDED LETTUCE, PICO DE GALLO, CILANTRO SOUR CREAM & MONTEREY JACK $10.00 Ground Beef Taco...

11:00 am - 2:30 pm

Cousins Main Lobster

August 28 @ 11:00 am - 2:30 pm

Cousins Main Lobster

11:00 am - 3:00 pm Recurring

ShowDogs HotDogs

August 28 @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm Recurring

ShowDogs HotDogs

All Beef Hot Dogs, Walking Tacos, Nachos, and Quesadillas! Veggie options available

3:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Members’ Call for Entry

August 28 @ 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Members’ Call for Entry

Exhibition Dates: Sep 12-Oct 11, 2025 Artwork Drop-off: Aug 28, 3-7 p; Aug 29-30, 11 a-6 p Open to all...

Free
4:00 pm - 11:00 pm Recurring

$10 Tini Time every Thursday

August 28 @ 4:00 pm - 11:00 pm Recurring

$10 Tini Time every Thursday

Every Thursday night at Whisperz Speakeasy we'll be handcrafting an array of different fabulous martinis for just $10 each. Come...

Free
6:00 pm - 5:00 pm Recurring

“The Play That Goes Wrong!”

August 28 @ 6:00 pm - 5:00 pm Recurring

“The Play That Goes Wrong!”

Welcome to opening night of Cornley University Drama Society's production of The Murder at Haversham Manor, where things are quickly...

6:00 pm

Shellabrate the End of Summer

August 28 @ 6:00 pm

Shellabrate the End of Summer

we will have:mussels sambucaahi tuna tartareoysters rockefellerpaella&& M O R E  

$69
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Recurring

Fun Trivia! Prizes!

August 28 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Recurring

Fun Trivia! Prizes!

Please join us every Thursday from 7-9 for trivia at Bock Family Brewing!  Prizes available for 1st and 2nd place...

Free
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11:00 am - 6:00 pm Recurring

Members’ Call for Entry

August 29 @ 11:00 am - 6:00 pm Recurring

Members’ Call for Entry

Exhibition Dates: Sep 12-Oct 11, 2025 Artwork Drop-off: Aug 28, 3-7 p; Aug 29-30, 11 a-6 p Open to all...

Free
4:00 pm - 8:00 pm Recurring

Beckers SMASH-tastic Burgers

August 29 @ 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm Recurring

Beckers SMASH-tastic Burgers

Single Single smash patty on a brioche bun $9.00 Single with Bacon Single smash patty and bacon on a brioche...

4:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Wrappin&rollincafe

August 29 @ 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Wrappin&rollincafe

Southwest Chicken Wrap Marinated Chicken, Cheddar Cheese, Zesty Cilantro Lime Sauce, Black Beans/Grilled Corn Mix, Lettu... $11.00 Club Wrap Marinated...

6:00 pm - 5:00 pm Recurring

“The Play That Goes Wrong!”

August 29 @ 6:00 pm - 5:00 pm Recurring

“The Play That Goes Wrong!”

Welcome to opening night of Cornley University Drama Society's production of The Murder at Haversham Manor, where things are quickly...

6:00 pm

World Premiere of The Forest

August 29 @ 6:00 pm

World Premiere of The Forest

Join the cast and crew for the World Premiere of The Forest, based on The Widely Successful 'The Horror Stone...

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Cigar & Beer Pairing

August 29 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Cigar & Beer Pairing

Beckel's Humidor and Bock Family Brewing are pairing up for a special cigar and beer pairing! These cigars and brews...

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Recurring

LIVE TRIVIA with Trivia Shark

August 29 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Recurring

LIVE TRIVIA with Trivia Shark

Join us every Friday night at 6pm for Dayton's Best LIVE TRIVIA with Trivia Shark at Miami Valley Sports Bar!...

6:00 pm - 11:00 pm Recurring

Cinn- Wagon

August 29 @ 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm Recurring

Cinn- Wagon

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8:00 am - 11:00 am Recurring

Cars and Coffee

August 30 @ 8:00 am - 11:00 am Recurring

Cars and Coffee

Join SW Ohio's most passionate car enthusiasts with this nationally recognized gathering. As the largest Cars and Coffee gathering in...

Free
9:00 am - 10:00 am

Auditions for Scrooge The Musical

August 30 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am

Auditions for Scrooge The Musical

Local Auditions--LaComedia Dinner Theatre in Springboro, Ohio, is holding an open call audition for its upcoming production of Scrooge: The...

10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Whole Salmon Sidewalk Sale

August 30 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Whole Salmon Sidewalk Sale

Featuring wild Alaska Whole Coho Salmon sustainably caught by fishing families, we fly this fresh catch in overnight! Take it...

10:00 am - 6:00 pm

The Fair at New Boston

August 30 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

The Fair at New Boston

Meet the heroes and pioneers of early Ohio Labor Day Weekend 2025 August 30th & 31st Experience America’s founding era...

$12 – $20
10:30 am - 2:00 pm Recurring

Claybourne GRILLE

August 30 @ 10:30 am - 2:00 pm Recurring

Claybourne GRILLE

10:30 am - 7:00 pm

Opening Weekend Ohio Renaissance Festival

August 30 @ 10:30 am - 7:00 pm

Opening Weekend Ohio Renaissance Festival

Autumn marks the start of the season of joy, festivities, and the Ohio Renaissance Festival. This Labor Day weekend, we...

$50.44
10:30 am - 7:00 pm

Ren Fest Opening Weekend

August 30 @ 10:30 am - 7:00 pm

Ren Fest Opening Weekend

Hear ye, hear ye, the Queen announces the opening of the Ohio Renaissance Festival This Labor Day Weekend! Unforgettable Family...

$40
11:00 am - 6:00 pm Recurring

Members’ Call for Entry

August 30 @ 11:00 am - 6:00 pm Recurring

Members’ Call for Entry

Exhibition Dates: Sep 12-Oct 11, 2025 Artwork Drop-off: Aug 28, 3-7 p; Aug 29-30, 11 a-6 p Open to all...

Free
+ 12 More
10:00 am - 5:00 pm Recurring

The Fair at New Boston

August 31 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Recurring

The Fair at New Boston

Meet the heroes and pioneers of early Ohio Labor Day Weekend 2025 August 30th & 31st Experience America’s founding era...

$12 – $20
10:00 am - 6:00 pm

Kettering Holiday At Home

August 31 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

Kettering Holiday At Home

Saddle up for a country-themed Labor Day Weekend at Kettering’s Holiday at Home festival! This year’s “Going Country” celebration brings...

10:30 am - 2:00 pm Recurring

Claybourne GRILLE

August 31 @ 10:30 am - 2:00 pm Recurring

Claybourne GRILLE

11:00 am - 5:00 pm

Filled Pasta Class

August 31 @ 11:00 am - 5:00 pm

Filled Pasta Class

Join Chef Casey in a hands-on culinary adventure and learn what makes our pasta so delicious! You'll try your hand...

$128
12:00 pm - 11:00 pm Recurring

Alter Fest!

August 31 @ 12:00 pm - 11:00 pm Recurring

Alter Fest!

Rides and Games all Weekend! One of South Dayton's premier events hosted over the Labor Day weekend Aug 30-Sept 1,...

Free
1:00 pm - 6:00 pm Recurring

Illy’s Fire Pizza

August 31 @ 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm Recurring

Illy’s Fire Pizza

We are a mobile wood fired pizza company that specialize in turkey products such as Turkey pepperoni, Italian Turkey sausage,...

1:00 pm - 6:00 pm Recurring

ILLYS Fire Pizza

August 31 @ 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm Recurring

ILLYS Fire Pizza

We are a mobile wood fired pizza company that specialize in turkey products such as Turkey pepperoni, Italian Turkey sausage,...

3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Recurring

A Raisin in the Sun

August 31 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Recurring

A Raisin in the Sun

The Younger family dreams of more. But in 1950s Chicago, racism, redlining, and hard luck sear even the smallest hopes...

$19 – $26
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