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The Lights Will Go Off at Ghostlight Midtown

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Ghostlight Coffee Midtown opened its second location in Dayton on Thursday, Nov. 14 at 800 S. Patterson Blvd, next door to Old Scratch Pizza.  Today they announced via social media that Tues, July 23rd will be the last day for that location.

 

“It is with a very heavy heart, but one full of memories, that it is time for us to say goodbye to Ghostlight Midtown. Tuesday, July 23rd will be our last day of business at 800 South Patterson Blvd. Thank you Dayton for your support of this location over the past five (almost) years.

Please visit us at our other three retail shops:

*our original location, Ghostlight Coffee Historic South Park at 1291 Wayne Ave.
*our bagel shop & bakers, Dough, a bakery by Ghostlight at 2nd Street Market
*our coffee, cocktails & small plates restaurant Gather, in the historic Dayton Arcade, 37 W. 4th Street”

Owner Shane Anderson shared this statement with us:

” Balancing the stability of the business with pressing family medical issues has made it necessary for us to simplify our lives, leading to this difficult decision.

We truly value the support of Dayton over the years.

We are working with the staff of our location to either find positions elsewhere within the company or with other great restaurants in Dayton. If you know anyone hiring coffee and restaurant employees, please reach out to me at hello@ghostlightcoffee.com.”

A New Place To “Gather” in the Dayton Arcade

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It’s been a long time coming, between COVID, supply chain issues and more, but GATHER by Ghostlight will officially host a ribbon cutting at 11am Thursday, August 31. Described on their website as “A gathering place that offers craft coffee, fast casual breakfast & lunch, as well as sharable small plates, wine, beer, and cocktails in the evening, with local art, live music and events.”  Mike Elsass Studio here for a meet and greet and  a Jazz ensemble staring at 8pm. They’ll be open until 10pm Thursday celebrating.

 

Owner Shane Anderson is creating a caffeine inspired empire here in the Miami Valley. The original Ghostlight Coffee opened on Wayne Avenue in 2011.  He then added a second shop, Ghostlight Midtown on Patterson in 2019.  In 2021 Ghostlight Centerville Coffee Bar & Bagel Shop opened inside Dot’s Market. May of 2022 brought on Dough, located in the 2nd Street Market. In June of 2023  he opened a new production facility in the former space of Belmont Bakery. The vision he had for Gather
was a more upscale spot that could infuse the culture, history, and flavors of coffee and the traditions of European apéro into its Arcade location.  He  had the vision he wanted to develop and he brought in some heavy hitters to consult with him to make it happen.

Evan Danielson, who many may remember from when he worked at the original Ghostlight coffee shop on Wayne Avenue a dozen or so years ago, then moved to Nashville, became a sommelier and now works in the wholesale beverage industry has bee tasked with creating the beverage program for Gather.The restaurant will feature a selection of both regular and zero-proof beer, wines and spirits, with an added focus on aperitifs, spritzes and digestifs.  The wine menu will be mostly European wines which Evan says are more food friendly, with 8-10 whites and reds by the bottle, a few sparkling and roses as well as wines by the glass and will change often. Look forward to tasting experiences to come in the attached  Dana L. Wiley Gallery space.

To help set the food menu, Shane hired Chef Jenn DiSanto, who ran her own Fresco catering business, cooking for many high end events in the community. “After the last few years, we’re all still learning how to Gather and I look forward to us setting the standard for how we can do that,” shared DiSanto.

Following Shane’s vision for European flair, she’s including trends she spotted on a recent family vacation to Europe.  She, along with kitchen manager Chris Coherd have worked to bring forth a menu that will be inspired by seasonal product availability. They’ve pulled together a talented kitchen crew, with 2 CIA graduates, a current Sinclair Culinary student and a couple of Ghostlight veterans.

I got to try the Mojo Braised Pork sandwich when I visited and I was totally impressed with the flavors that melded together to make this a must-try sandwich.

A peek at the opening menu, which is a work still in progress:

Additionally, Gather by Ghostlight will welcome   – featuring Mike Elsass in the 39 W. Fourth Street portion of the space. Guests will enjoy the works of Elsass and other featured artists in addition to private events, programmed talks, and live music amongst the curated art.

When I visited yesterday the bar staff were setting up, opening boxes of glassware and looking forward to mixing drinks and introducing the Apero hours to Dayton.

 

 

So excited for this exciting new concept to open!

Gather by Ghostlight

in the Dayton Arcade
37 W 4th Street
Dayton, OH 45402-1801

Hours:

Monday-Wednesday 7am-7pm
Thursday-Saturday 7am-10pm
Sunday 8am-2pm

Zero-Proof for 2022!

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Ghostlight Coffee started selling zero-proof spirits in 2020, during the COVID-19 pandemic. Shane Anderson, owner of Ghostlight Coffee, and his wife Lezley Pisone, had been diving into the world of nonalcoholic spirits at home and wanted to share the opportunity with the Dayton community. What started as a single shelf of products has transformed into a full-fledged bottle shop located inside the historic coffeehouse located on Wayne Avenue.

The Bottle Shop by Ghostlight boasts a varied selection of zero-proof spirits and “social beverages,” as the shop calls them. Customers can choose from familiar spirits such as gin, whiskey, tequila and rum (all with no alcohol) as well as pre-mixed “cocktails” and unique herbal elixirs. A variety of sparkling beverages and “clean” wines, non-alcoholic craft beer, cocktail syrups, aperitifs, aromatic bitters and more, all crafted without alcohol, open up wonderful tasting experiences for any palate.

“I have been more than pleasantly surprised to experience some bar cart staples’ and unique herbal elixirs that are now a part of my evening ‘unwind’ ritual,” said Pisone, who chooses an alcohol-free lifestyle but has experienced the taste of popular cocktails in the past.

The demand for better non-alcoholic beverages has been growing rapidly since the start of the pandemic. Prior to recent years, those abstaining from alcohol for any reason often had few choices. Water, soda, or if you were lucky, a tonic with lime was probably the best you’d find at a party or bar. “Sober bars” and non-alcoholic cocktails have been popping up with greater frequency nation-wide, but the Ghostlight Coffee Bottle Shop will be the first of its kind in Ohio.

Ghostlight also has a line-up of bubbly Brut Champagne and Rosé stand-ins such by TÖST, Zilch and Jøyus for those who would like to provide these non-alcoholic options for your wedding or other celebratory events. These will be available by the bottle or to pre-order by the case.

‘We recently came to the rescue for a local couple that was hosting an alcohol-free wedding,” said shop manager Jennifer Piasini. “The couple had ordered multiple cases of TÖST, a dry sparkling white tea beverage, but the delivery was delayed. They came into the shop and cleared our shelves so they could have a toast at their reception!”

The Bottle Shop was purposefully completed just in time for “Dry January” to support those who may be adjusting their habits in the new year. Ghostlight plans to offer a limited menu of zero-proof cocktails so new customers can taste and experience some of the most popular products. The Bottle Shop will also host special events such as a zero-proof cocktail class led by former Ghostlight barista and level-three sommelier candidate Evan Danielson on Friday, January 21.

The Bottle Shop by Ghostlight Coffee is located inside the existing coffeehouse at 1201 Wayne Avenue. Hours are 1:00pm-6:00pm Monday through Saturday, but additional shopping may be done by request with Ghostlight Coffee manager Jennifer Piasini, (937) 985-2633 Ext. 1 or ghostlightsouthpark@gmail.com.

 

New to Zero-Proof?  Shane and Lezley Share Their Favorites:

Pisone is partial to a classic gin & tonic with Monday Gin and Fever Tree Aromatic Tonic Water. Anderson, on the other hand tends to mix up an evening Old Fashioned with Monday Whiskey and a WithCo mixer. The couple mutually enjoy the calming Three Spirits Nightcap as a tremendous end of day cocktail.

Ghostlight Coffee manager Jennifer Piasini enjoys a refreshing Spirito Fresco with Free Spirits Gin, Jo Snow Aperitivo Spirito and Fever Tree Aromatic Tonic. She also has found the Waterbrook Winery Chardonnay a terrific alternative. Explore more of our favorites online.

Zero-Proof Cocktail Recipes:

French 75 – a festive non-alcoholic take on this celebratory cocktail
1 oz. Ritual Gin
1⁄2 oz. Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice

1⁄2 oz. Simple Syrup
3 oz. Chilled Jøyus Brut Garnish with a Lemon Twist

Maple Old Fashioned – a classic 2 oz. Monday Whiskey
1 tsp. Pure Maple Syrup
4 dashes DRAM “Black” Bitters Garnish with a Cocktail Cherry Stir with ice cubes

Three Spirits Julep – choose your own adventure! Use either the energizing Livener or the mellowing Nightcap by Three Spirits to make this delicious cocktail your own.

2 oz. Three Spirits Livener OR Nightcap 1⁄2 oz. Simple Syrup
3-4 dashes DRAM “Citrus” Bitters 10-12 Mint Leaves
Muddle Mint Leaves with Simple Syrup Mix well with remainder of ingredients and crushed ice
Garnish with Mint Leaves

Ghostlight Coffee Announces Second Location

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​Almost eight years after opening the doors of its infamously blue building on Wayne Avenue, Ghostlight Coffee is growing into a second location. Owner and founder of Ghostlight Coffee, Shane Anderson, has signed a lease at 800 South Patterson Blvd, adjacent to Dayton attractions Old Scratch Pizza and RINSE Cycle, and plans to begin work on a second coffee, breakfast & lunch spot set to open in fall of 2019.

The new location will feature an expansive food menu ranging from breakfast sandwiches and “from-scratch” bakery goods to toasts, tartines & salads inspired by international cafes. The shop will have an open, modern feel, with banquettes and cafe tables, sprawling communal tables, and a casual conversation area overlooking the downtown Dayton skyline. Anderson is working with architect Matt Sauer and interior design consultant Ray Zupp to create an inviting space that fits the surrounding neighborhood.

“I want the shop to feel natural to the building and the community,” said Anderson. “The new spot will be a bit more industrial and modern than our current shop because it was built in the 1960’s vs. the 1880’s. This aesthetic felt like the intuitive choice.”

Ghostlight will continue to brew high-quality, ethically sourced coffee from Cincinnati-based roastery Deeper Roots Coffee, as well as a monthly rotation of featured roasters. The new shop will boast a full espresso bar menu, extensive range of loose-leaf Rishi teas, and a non-alcoholic tap selection of iced beverages, including the shop’s signature ​24hr. Cold Brew Coffee.

Ghostlight’s existing coffeehouse in the Historic South Park neighborhood at 1201 Wayne Avenue will remain open for business featuring the same coffees, teas, fresh baked goods and grab-and-go sandwiches. The Woodard Development team is set to begin construction on the second location at 800 South Patterson as soon as permits allow.

Jimmie’s Ladder 11 & Ghostlight Coffee Turn Five

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989848_f3a052c9e1564ee7b81fb939775c2091-png_srz_129_208_85_22_0-50_1-20_0Hard to believe it’s been 5 years since the Fire House at 936 Brown St, which was built 124 years ago when the fire engines were run by horse drawn carriages, was revamped into Jimmie’s Ladder 11.   Dayton Fire Department memorabilia lines the walls of this beautiful dining area.  Antique wood floors and walls throughout the building develops a warm, nostalgic feel.  Time flies and Jimmie’s is inviting us all to celebrate with them all week long.

Anniversary Party Schedule

  • Monday 11/7: Josiah Whitley Residency with Megan Bee at 10 PM
  • Tuesday 11/8: Election Day, get out & VoteOpen Mic Jam hosted by Mikey Dread & Nick Brandell
  • Wednesday 11/9: Old Forrester Birthday Bourbon Night
  • Thursday 11/10: Great Lakes Christmas Ale Release Party
  • Friday 11/11: Anniversary Raffle from 11 AM to Midnight with all proceeds going to the local VA.  Cheesecake & the French will perform at 10 PM for $5
  • Saturday 11/12: Anniversary Raffle from 11 AM to Midnight with all proceeds going to the local VA.  Great Northern String Band will perform at 10 PM for $5

And Jimmie’s isn’t the only area business that debuted five years ago in November.  Shane Anderson opened Ghostlight Coffee on Wayne Ave in South Park.  This cozy gourmet coffee shop quickly became a pillar of the community, hosting art shows, poetry readings and so much more.  They’ve added housebaked treats, bagels, holiday pies and supported many area events providing coffee to go.  This coming Sunday they’ll colloborate with Jimmie’s for a very special celebration dinner.

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Sunday 11/13 at 6pm  Jimmie’s Ladder 11 & Ghostlight Coffee will collaborate together on a five-course dinner.  The after party and fifth course will be at Jimmie’s Greenhouse.  Tickets are limited with a cost of $40 and are available at Jimmie’s Ladder 11 or Ghostlight Coffee.

The Menu:

Course One:
Espresso Black Bean Chili & Cornbread Muffin paired with Fifth Street Brewpub’s JoJo’s Midnight Stout.

Course Two:
Mixed Greens tossed in Walnut Maple Vinaigrette topped with Applewood Smoked Bacon, Red Onion, Candied Espresso Walnuts & Asiago Cheese paired with Fernet Cold Brew Cocktail.

Course Three:
Grilled Cheesy Grits topped with Bourbon Coffee Glazed Shrimp paired with Toxic Brew’s Night Ender Stout.

Course Four:
Coffee Braised Short Ribs served with Roasted Root Vegetables, Whipped Potatoes & Red Eye Gravy paired with Warped Wing’s Esther’s Little Secret.

Course Five:
Gamma Bomb Brownies topped with Kentucky Bourbon Pecan Brittle or Ghostlight Celebration Torte paired with hand poured Ghostlight’s “Poet & Pilots Blend” coffee and Warped Wing’s Gamma Bomb IPA infused with Ghostlight Coffee.

There’s A New Bagel In Town!

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Introducing Old World Bagels from the Ghostlight Bakehouse!

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I got an invitation from Shane Anderson to stop by and visit Ghostlight Coffee so he could tell me all about something new.  As I arrived I noticed a brand new stand on the counter, filled with bagels.  Shane and baker Mandy shared that they’d been working on bringing bagels to the coffee shop for a while and have finally found the right recipe and invested in some equipment so they provide fresh bagels each morning.

The bagels are formed & rested, then ‘proofed’ before going into the boil, a mixture of water and beer from local breweries. Don’t worry, the beer cooks off in the boil.  They then go into the oven where they get a nice crisp exterior with a soft & chewy inside.They plan to stock 4 flavors daily and will rotate through flavors such as:
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Old World Authentic (Plain)
Cinnamon & Ginger Chip
Apple Cider
Cracked Pepper & Sea Salt
Black & White Sesame
Chocolate Swirl (featuring Mesocacao Single Origin Chocolate)
Spicy! Everything! (with HouseMade Sriracha Powder in the mix!)They will also offer a seasonal Local Brew Bagel, with beer in the bagel dough itself… starting with:
OCTOBERFEST! Featuring The Dayton Beer Company …topped with pretzel salt. You will LOVE this toasted with a smear of cream cheese.The base recipe of the bagels is vegan, being dairy, egg and nut free.  But yes, they do have gluten in them. Future bagel offerings may be topped with nuts or cheese, but they will clearly indicate those ingredients.

You’ll be able to pick up a bagel for just $2. Various toppings will be available including Cream Cheese, Hummus & Hawthorn Homestead Jams at an additional charge.  If you’d like to pick up a large order to share at the office or your next group event, please call to place an order for a dozen or more by noon the day before you need them at (937) 985-2633.

You can visit Ghostlight at the corner of Wayne Ave & Clover Streets in South Park:

Mon – Thu: 7a-5:30p
Fri & Sat: 7a-7p
Sun: 8a-5:30p

Thursday Night Throwdown-Dayton launches Monthly Barista Competition

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latteIf you’re a barista then the Third Thursday of every month is now your day to throwdown and show what you’ve got! Dayton now has it’s own regional barista competition, starting on Thursday, July 21 at Ghostlight Coffee and taking place at a different location on the third Thursday of each following month.

“We have so many talented baristas around the Miami Valley,” Henry Dean, Boston Stoker Coffee Company President said. “Thursday Night Throwdown is a great way for us to show off all of our local talent and also push each other with a little friendly monthly competition.”

The first Thursday Night Throwdown will focus on latte art. For only $2 baristas can enter in and showcase the best of that their steady hands and unbridled imaginations can create.

“Latte art has become very popular so I’m excited to see what Dayton’s baristas can do,” Shane Anderson, Ghostlight Coffee Owner said. “The winner gets all of the collected entry fees but really this is more about getting together and growing a community.”

After July, Thursday Night Throwdown will take place at changing coffeehouses each month to limit any perceived, “home field advantage.”

“I’m excited to host the first one,” Anderson said. “We want to be seen as a relaxed, neighborhood coffeehouse, but there’s also a very artistic side to what we’re doing. I think this is a great chance to revel in that a little more.”

For those interested, Thursday Night Throwdown takes place on the third Thursday of every month. Locations and times vary. The kickoff event takes place on July 21 at Ghostlight Coffee from 6-9pm and is a latte art competition. Entry is $2 and winner takes all.

Homemade Pies at Ghostlight Coffee

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Pumpkin Maple Pie – A new Vegan twist on a Thanksgiving favorite

Need homemade pies for Thanksgiving?  Consider a new source: Ghostlight Coffee on Wayne Ave.  You can place your order now for pickup just in time for the holidays.
Dayton Dining and Food Adventures were lucky enough to get some pies from the ladies behind these  made from scratch pies,   Mandy and Mara.  Delivered in custom made personalized  boxes, the packaging alone set our expectations high and we have to stay these pies really get high marks!

Here is your chance to take some pressure off of your Thanksgiving cooks, and let Ghostlight’s bakers do the work.

 

 

HERE’S THE SKINNY:

— Order pies in person at Ghostlight Coffee at 1201 Wayne Ave. or go to GhostlightCoffee.com

— Your pie order can be picked up on your choice of 3 days (11/23, 11/24, and 11/25/15)

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Mara and Mandy, bakers at Ghostlight Coffee, hostedt a dessert tasting event last Monday.

These are the eight featured foods on this new “pies from scratch at Ghostlight Coffee” menu.

NEW TREATS:

— MAMA SMITH’S FANTASTIC APPLE PIE:  A perfectly made dutch apple style pie.  Old fashioned, and an American tradition.  Chef House is on record as saying this is her favorite of the pie selections.

— THE KENTUCKY BOURBON PECAN PIE:  Crunchy and creamy, with an almost honey taste, this pie is terrific.  The Big Ragu and Lisa from DaytonDining are on record as liking this one best.

— THE PUMPKIN & MAPLE PIE: A unique combo, the pie is soft and luscious.  Dairy free and egg free, it is a twist on pumpkin pie with a maple syrup combo.

— GLUTEN FREE CARAMEL APPLE PIE: Tina’s Sweet Treats makes this flavored pie for Ghostlight Coffee.  It is covered with a nice coating of handmade caramel sauce.

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The Big Ragu enjoyed Ghostlight Pies From Scratch

— THE GHOSTLIGHT THANKSGIVING PIE:  A 10 inch Pumpkin and Maple pie with a Kentucky Bourbon Pecan pie stacked underneath.  This is like Dayton’s pie version of a Tur-duck-en.  We love the no rules approach and inventive boldness!  This is a Food Adventure item for sure!

— PUMPKIN SNICKERDOODLES: The classic cookie is back for the holidays.  The traditional taste with a pumpkin mix.

— FALL TONIC AUTUMN BLEND COFFEE: A special coffee featured as a blend with any of these desserts.

— GLUTEN FREE DINNER ROLLS:  From Tina’s Sweet Treats, these rolls are in just in time for the holidays.  We may ruin the health factor by adding some butter…

Some of these items may be available at Ghostlight to eat, right now.

Thank you to Ghostlight Coffee and owner Shane Anderson for sharing these sweet comfort foods with us.

Food Adventures thinks many Daytonians will take advantage of this special, limited time pie offering.

 

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The Big Ragu and owner of Ghostlight, Shane Anderson

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Mara and some baked Ghostlight goodies

Pecan pie twist like no other

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Cold Brew Now On Tap At Ghostlight Coffee

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10405543_10152571464673273_5267839714880458696_nThis morning South Park’s Ghostlight Coffee becomes the first Dayton beanery to put  cold-brew coffee on draft. A concept borrowed from the bar rooms, the tap injection of nitrous oxide that gives beer a smoother, creamier feel (as opposed to typical carbonation which adds fizz and bubbles) and apparently it does the same for coffee.

A growing trend, started in Seattle, Ghostlight  owner Shane Anderson shares he’s “the 2nd Ohio location to bring in a kegerator  to offer the  Cold Brew, which comes out like a Guinness.  It’s going to take a little time to get the brew exactly right, but we’re excited to introduce this concept. Down the road I’m looking forward to experimenting with ciders and more.”  In a town that’s welcomed the microbreweries with open arms, coffee from a tap just seems a natural! Just think about it, you can grab a growler of coffee for the morning and then a locally made IPA for an early evening treat.

Here’s a California coffee shops explanation of the process:

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Ghostlight Coffee Celebrates Second Anniversary With Second Location Announcement

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In November of 2011, things changed in South Park.  With the opening of a cozy coffee shop  who focused on high quality, hand crafted beverages and snacks, suddenly  the Dayton community began to flock to this Wayne Avenue location.

Owner Shane Anderson explains that Ghostlight Coffee is a “multi-roaster
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shop,” featuring a rotating selection of coffees from many of the best roasters in America, including Deeper Roots Coffee (Cincinnati), MadCap Coffee (Grand Rapids, MI), Handsome Coffee (L.A.), Bows & Arrows Coffee (Victoria, B.C.) and Sightglass Coffee (San Francisco).  Ghostlight was voted  “Best of Dayton – Best Cup of Coffee” in 2012 by the readers of ActiveDayton.com &  Dayton Daily News.
Ghostlight Coffee has become a  popular “community minded” coffeehouse, hosting many AfterHours events such as music and poetry and featuring local artists on it’s walls.  It has gained popularity amongst touring musicians for it’s “listening room” atmosphere, different from most bar venues that these musicians frequently encounter.  It also has become the home of the “Gem City Poetry Stage” and previously hosted the popular “Story Slamm” series until they moved to the larger Dayton Black Box theatre. Just recently they opened a meeting room which doubles as a quiet study space for it’s many university students and professors.  The business will soon expand services to offer coffee & espresso bar catering for events and online ordering of coffees and gift boxes for individual and corporate orders.

 

But with their second anniversary comes another expansion:   Ghostlight at Night in the Dayton Art Institute!

Ghostlight at Night will feature hand-poured, artisan roasted coffees by Ghostlight Coffee and hand-crafted signature cocktails by the Dayton Cocktail Co., as well as a small-plate menu of sharable snacks. Ghostlight at Night hours will be Tuesday – Friday, 3:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m., beginning Friday, November 22 and continuing through January 3.

“The holidays are a busy time here at the museum, and this wonderful new partnership with Ghostlight Coffee allows us to offer guests a unique evening experience1470317_392642647533235_1664257405_n in Leo Bistro,” says The DaytonArt Intitute’s Associate Director Jane A. Black. “Ghostlight at Night will complement Elite Catering’s weekday lunch and weekend brunch service at the Bistro.”

  Ghostlight at Night will host several evening events at the Leo Bistro location, including:
      “The Art of Coffee” Tastings Events, including November 22nd…Tasting of the new Panama Geisha coffee, roasted by Deeper Roots Coffee.  The roaster will be on hand to talk about this rare coffee varietal.
      “The Art of the Cocktail” Events, hosted by The Dayton Cocktail Co., including December 5 Repeal Day Party, featuring prohibition era cocktails and punches.
      Live Music at Leo Bistro, including December 6, featuring The Soucek Jazz Trio, a popular ensemble comprised of area music educators frequently performs at the Wayne Ave. coffeehouse to a packed house.

In addition to Ghostlight at Night, Leo Bistro will continue to offer full lunch service, powered bty Elite Catering. A full menu of soups, sandwiches, salads and entrees is available Tuesday – Friday, 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Leo Bistro also offers a weekend brunch menu, servedSaturday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., and Sunday, noon – 5 p.m.

Ghostlight at Night is part of a host of holiday-related events and programs at The Dayton Art Institute. These include the special exhibitions Object of Devotion and Elizabeth Turk: Wings, now on view through January 5; the Hall of Holidays exhibition Marc Chagall: Jerusalem Window Lithographs, on view November 29 – February 23; an artist-decorated holiday tree and ornament silent auction, November 26 – January 5; holiday-themed Super Saturday Family Days on December 7, 14 and 21; the Fifth Third Bank Arts Night Out presentation Spontaneous Fantasia on December 5; and a special holiday Afternoon Musicale with David Wion & Friends on December 1.

 

WYSO ReInvention Stories: Shane Anderson

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This week on ReInvention Stories we meet Shane Anderson, owner of Ghostlight Coffee on Wayne Avenue in South Park.

Growing up, Anderson was a band kid. In high school, he dreamed of becoming a band director, which, he did. Anderson was a band director and music teacher for fourteen years. Most of that time was spent at Miami East High School and Vandalia-Butler High School. But he had another dream, of one day running a coffee shop. And he wanted to quit teaching before getting too burnt out.

 

Ghostlight Coffee celebrated its one-year anniversary in November of 2012.

This ReInvention Story was produced by Juliet Fromholt, Julia Reichert, Niki Dakota, and Sarah Buckingham.

ReInvention Stories is brought to you by WYSO and Localore, a national initiative produced by AIR, the Association of Independents in Radio, Incorporated – in collaboration with Zeega- with financial support from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.
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