Active Living

Tuesday Cornhole League Forming at Eudora Brewing

August 17, 2023 By Dayton937

Casually competitive- that’s how Eudora Brewing describes their fall cornhole league. Teams of two (18 years or older) sign can sign up for the eight week league that will play ever Tuesday starting Sept 5th. Your team will be scheduled to play on Tuesdays at 6pm, 7pm or 8pm through October 24th. Games will be played inside. You can use substitutes as needed, and substitutions can be made mid-game. Substitutions can NOT be made mid-turn.

Each team will play every other team in the league one time. There are 3 games in a match, each game to 21, and you’ll play best out of 3. Match time limit is 60 minutes. Each match won is worth a point. The team with the most amount of points at the end of the season will win two $25 gift cards and two championship T-shirts!

Standard cornhole rules will apply (read them here), and teams must referee themselves. You must use the throwing bags provided.

To register your team by August 28th pay $50 here.

Middletown Beer Mile

August 15, 2023 By Dayton937

4 beers, 4 loops. Middletown’s one and only beer mile!
August 19th, located at The White Dog Distilling Company on Central Avenue.
21+ only!

Race day registration begins at 5PM inside The White Dog. The race will begin at 6 PM. Each participant is required to drink a beer at the start of each of the 4 loops. The loops will circle around The White Dog on the sidewalk.
Award ceremony will begin at 7 PM inside The White Dog.

Register for the 2023 Riverway Half-Marathon

August 11, 2023 By Lisa Grigsby

COURSE: Start on Water Street in Troy at the Miami County Courthouse. Troy roads to/around Duke Park. Enter the bike path heading north on Adams Street. Pass the Eldean Covered Bridge. Exit the bike path in Piqua. Run on city roads to the finish line near Fort Piqua Plaza. UPDATED 2023 MAP can be viewed at this link:

https://onthegomap.com/s/iip8ra7k

FINISHER’S MEDAL: Finishers will receive a commemorative finishers medal at the completion of the event.

AWARDS: Top 3 Male/Female overall and top 3 Male/Female placers in each age group: <19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+.

8 YEAR AWARD: A special award to those who have completed the race every year. Sign up for your eighth year to receive the “Completed 104.8 miles” pint glass.

Early Start Option: An opportunity for walkers to start 1hr early is available. This option is for walkers only and course set up is not complete at this time. Early start participants are asked to use the sidewalks until the streets are closed for the rest of the race.

PACKET PICKUP: September 9th @ Can’t Stop Running Company 321 N Main Street Piqua. September 10th 6:30am @ Downtown Troy near the race start.

COST: $60 January 1st – June 30th, $70 July 1st – August 13th, $80 after August 13th. No refunds on your entry fee. As mentioned above you can transfer your entry fee to another runner by logging into your Run Sign Up account but the exchange of money will be handled between runners. If you transfer your entry fee to another person before a shirt or medal deadline they will be able to update to their preference.

SHIRTS: Choice of Long Sleeve or Short Sleeve Tech shirts guaranteed to those registered by August 31st. Shirts for 2023 will be unisex sizing

PARKING: Hobart Arena, Troy City Park. Many Downtown Troy streets will be closed for the race and church service.

TRANSPORTATION: Courtesy shuttle service will transport participants from finish area to Downtown Troy. Shuttles will leave Piqua starting at 10:00 and continue on a rolling basis. Returning on shuttle is NOT required.

Sign up now for the Great Miami Riverway Half Marathon – https://runsignup.com/Race/Events/OH/Troy/GreatMiamiRiverwayHalfMarathon

AlphaTrips. D is for Dublin! BridgePark is a Great Big Getaway!

August 7, 2023 By Joshua Stucky

Bridge Park is Dublin’s newest development that combines upscale residential living with unique dining, shopping and attractions in Downtown Dublin. Now, before you poo-poo the whole, ‘here we go again, a manmade neighborhood…’ give it a once over. Unlike its unrelated cousins (the Greene and Easton), Bridge Park has found a way to bring the new into the old. Utilizing an actual Bridge, the entertainment district seamlessly blends into the historic side of the city. (Wouldn’t that have been novel in Dayton!!) The expansive district, designed by Crawford-Hoying, cost over $20,000,000 and is literally chock full of favorites and upstarts alike.

Among the places to visit for food in Bridge Park are Columbus’s beloved ‘North Market-Dublin,’Frank and Carl’s’ and ‘Weenie Wonder.’ There is a little bit of something for everyone, although shopping is not the forte here as it is in many ‘manmade’ neighborhoods. Kids and grown-ups alike will love ‘PINS Mechanical‘, for bowling, games and food, too! There is a ‘16-Bit’ video lounge on-site, and while the kids are playing, moms can go enjoy various spas in the area.

One of the best surprises came from AC Marriott, yes the same designers who are bringing ‘The Foundry‘ rooftop to Dayton. In the Dublin hotel, VASO, a rooftop experience awaits, the view is stunning and the bar is large and forever full! Parking at Bridge Park is ample, which again, makes for a more stress-less experience. Dinner was ‘Kitchen Social’ for our little group…and it was top-notch! (Heads-Up…it’s loud for those who think about such things.)

There are a plethora of events in the area throughout the year. Dublin’s Irish Festival is massive and well-known!! You can get all of that information by going to their website at visitdublinohio.com

Aside from the brick and mortar, you can walk along the river and enjoy the views from both sides…watching bikers in the historic area, seeing families hand-in-hand along the walkway and the sunset (at least when we were there) can be idyllic from the roof. No doubt, Dayton has its advantages….most importantly, we don’t have to endure the tax base that Dublin does….but as long as they are paying, go and enjoy this upscale, inviting haven!

Bridge Park is located at 6634 Riverside Dr. Dublin, OH 43017.

For specific information to the development, click here: https://www.bridgepark.com

Road Trip: Ohio State Fair offers Educational Experiences along with Food & Fun!

August 4, 2023 By LIbby Ballengee

When I think of the Ohio State Fair, I envision sweet and savory foods that feel forbidden in other settings (funnel cake and cotton candy – oh my!), amusement park rides that take me back to my childhood, and games where I’m sure I’m going to win my nephew a stuffed animal. When I went to the Ohio State Fair this summer, for the first time in decades, I found a whole lot more to love about this annual event!

First off, they make attending the Ohio State Fair, as easy as possible. When we parked out in a big grassy lot, I knew we were in for a hike to the fairgrounds. By the time we got our sunscreen on and we were ready to make our way, a tractor pulled up along the road, pulling a trolley that we got to ride right to the front gates. Nice!

Once we made our way past the walkway of every fair food you’ve ever dreamed of – including a giant candy tent! – we found ourselves in the “red” buildings on the map. That’s where Ohio’s farmers show off their craft with the rest of the state. Did you know there are 1.3 million beef cattle in Ohio? That soybeans are our biggest cash crop? Or that we are the 2nd largest egg producing state in the nation?

It was so interesting to talk to the farmers who actually produce the food we eat every day. We got to ask them questions about pesticides, GMOs, and growing food organically. What’s the real story behind what it takes to feed a growing population on planet Earth?

Taking my 7 year old nephew to the Ohio State Fair for the first time, I figured he’d like all the typical “fun” activities the best. However what he enjoyed was learning. He got to milk a cow for the first time. He climbed onto tractors for himself and not just play with a toy version. He was shown how the oil of a soybean could propel a boat – neat! We thankfully, got to cool off in the Livestock barn and watch an IMAX style film about Ohio’s farmers. We even ate a “cotton candy” deviled egg from the Taste of Ohio Cafe!

The Ohio State Fair continues through Sunday August 6th. If you get the opportunity to visit, make sure that before you spend all your time in Kiddieland, you take some time to visit with the farmer’s in the Voinovich Livestock and Trade Center Lawn building. It might just be the favorite part of your day too!

How to Go?

Ohio State Fair – https://www.ohiostatefair.com/

Location (right off I-71)

Ohio Expo Center
717 E. 17th Ave.
Columbus, OH 43211

Pricing

Adults (ages 13-59) – $12
Youth (ages 6-12) – $10
Senior (ages 60+) – $10
Children five and under – Free
General Parking – Free

Hours

Runs through August 6th
Monday through Friday: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday: 9 a.m. – 9 p.m., except Sunday, Aug. 6, when admission gates close at 6 p.m.

5K for Kelli Raises Special Wish Funds for Breast Cancer Patients

August 4, 2023 By LIbby Ballengee

5k for Kelli is in memory of Kelli James

Join us in remembering the life of Kelli James and honoring all the breast cancer survivors, the Nghters and the love ones we’ve lost at the 11th Annual 5K for Kelli, presented by the Breast Wishes Foundation on Saturday, August 19th at 9am. 100% of proceeds go to granting wishes for women with breast cancer through the Breast Wishes Foundation.

The 5k for Kelli Run/Walk is a super fun event for the whole family. It is a 3.1 mile out and back course that begins and ends next to Wegerzyn Gardens and winds along the beautiful Stillwater River.

Because Kelli loved fairies, we encourage everyone to dress up in tutus, wings, and Wower crowns. No fairy gear? No problem! We have everything you need at the merchandise tent with all proceeds going to Breast Wishes Foundation. We also offer free fairy face painting and colored hair spraying! Registration and Merchandise tents will open at 7:30 am.

How to Go: 5K for Kelli on Saturday, August 19th at 9am at Wegerzyn MetroPark

Event Fees: Registration only $25! (Register by August 5th to guarantee a super-soft and comfy t-shirt)

Awards: Be sure to bring a few extra dollars to buy some raae tickets. Our top prize is $1,000 cash!
We will give medals, pint glasses and gift cards to the Top 3 Male and Female overall and the Top 3 Male and Female in each age category.

Age Categories: 19 and Under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and over

Event Parking and Registration: https://runsignup.com/Race/Info/OH/Dayton/5kforKelli

The Flying Field at Wegerzyn, 1301 E. Siebenthaler Avenue, Dayton, OH 45414

Pre-Registration packet pick up:

Friday August 18th from 8am-7pm at the Breast Wishes Foundation, 115 E National Rd Vandalia, OH 45377. Note – We highly recommend pre-packet pickup!

Additional race information can be found at http://breastwishesfoundation.org

Huffman Prairie Walking Tours

August 3, 2023 By Dayton937

Explore Huffman Prairie Flying Field to learn about how Wilbur and Orville Wright conducted early experiments in flight in a quiet Ohio cow pasture before it became the military installation it is today. Tours launch from the Simms Station parking lot. It is advised to bring a water bottle and wear sunscreen and bug repellent. All routes are handicap accessible and restrooms are available on site. Enter Huffman Prairie at Gate 16A Wright Patterson Air Force Base.

Try Paddlesports For FREE 8/2/23

August 1, 2023 By Dayton937

An overview to the boat will be given and then you will be out on the water trying paddling out for yourself! Depending on demand, you may have the opportunity to try different styles of boats. A great way to learn about the sport in a controlled environment. All equipment is provided.

This is a drop in program. Participants can arrive any time during the scheduled period, but it is recommended that you are there at least 30 minutes before program end time. Weather Dependent. Registrations are requested.

Full Moon New Ales & Spoken Brunners (Run/Hike)

July 28, 2023 By Dayton937

Meet inside the brewery. Come out early to socialize with the Brunners and convince them to try hashing instead of their regular 5k route. We are also starting early to finish the hash before the brewery closes at 9 pm.

Cost: Free! Buy your own beer and pizza at the brewery. On trail beer/water stops provided by the hare.

Hare: Dah Gimp

Hash Trail: This is a fun run or hike where you will follow a trail of flour not knowing exactly where it will lead. Medium length just over 3 miles. One or more beer/water stops along the way!

Tai Chi & Qigong at the River

July 24, 2023 By Dayton937

Head to RiverScape for Tai Chi and Qigong at the River. Each hour-long Tai Chi & Qigong session will start with breathing exercises, warm up, and gentle stretching.

You will then be guided through flowing movements mixed with short standing meditations. We will end with a slightly longer guided standing (or sitting) meditation. This should leave a few minutes to answer questions or discuss any insights.

Qigong doesn’t require any special skills (other than breathing) or equipment (other than your body).

Rent kayaks to explore the Great Miami River in downtown Dayton.

July 15, 2023 By Dayton937

Paddle under the fountains with Taiter’s Kayak Solutions all Summer Long at RiverScape MetroPark. Regular walk-up rental hours will take place Tuesdays from 2-6pm and Thursdays from 4-8pm, June-September. Launch from under the Riverside Bridge along the Great Miami Recreational Trail.

The cost to participate is $10 per person per hour. Kayak rentals are targeted at beginner and first-time paddlers. Those renting will not be permitted to go through the RiverScape River Run whitewater feature.

Your Paddling Experience

Visitors will receive at least one full hour of paddling in the Great Miami River. They can paddle in the river area from RiverScape MetroPark to Deeds Point MetroPark. If they choose, visitors also can paddle under the Five Rivers Fountain of Lights, which runs at the top of every hour.

Taiter’s Kayak Solutions staff will provide visitors with brief instructions prior to entering the water, which will include a safety tutorial, and help visitors get into their vessels.

All visitors will be required to wear a properly fitted life jacket. The life jacket will be included with the rental, along with other safety equipment.

Swimming is prohibited in the Great Miami River, but visitors should come prepared to get wet.

No lifeguards are on duty, and paddling is at all visitors’ own risk. All visitors must sign a waiver to participate.

Age and Weight Requirements

Visitors must be at least 14 years old.

The maximum weight for participation is 325 pounds. All participants must wear a lifejacket, and the maximum chest size for proper fit is 52 inches.

Dragons 5K

July 8, 2023 By Dayton937

Lace up your shoes for the annual Dragons 5K, presented by Orthopedic Associates, on Saturday, July 15! The race starts at 8 AM outside of Day Air Ballpark, in the heart of the Water Street District.

All participants will receive a Dragons swag bag including 5K shirt, medal, and Dragons tickets. Register early for BONUS tickets to a 2023 Dragons game

Major Taylor Cycling Club of Dayton Signature Bike Tour

July 4, 2023 By Dayton937

In 2008, the Club sponsored the first “Signature Ride” to promote cycling and helping to promote non-profit organizations in the community. This project was historical; it represented the first ever event in which a predominantly black cycling club accomplished such an event.

There are routes of varying distances for this event to accommodate all levels of riders. The planned distances are 18, 40, 63, and 100 mile routes. In addition, there is a family ride of 10 miles on the bike trail. The event also includes refreshment stops, SAG support, and a post ride lunch for ALL!

Americana Festival 5k

July 1, 2023 By Dayton937

Celebrate your 4th of July with this great race and tradition!

Race is hosted by the Centerville Noon Optimist Club with proceeds benefiting the City of Centerville.

High quality moisture-wicking shirt will be guaranteed to first 800 paid registrants.

$30 Registration Fee through June 15, then fee increases to $35. Online registration remains open right to the start of the race.

Click HERE to view the course map!

Run will begin and end at Centerville HS Stadium 500 E. Franklin Street, Centerville, Ohio.

AlphaTrips: CHICago is CHIC again!

June 28, 2023 By Joshua Stucky

It’s time to travel again….and even though I use AlphaTrips to highlight cities and towns close to our beloved Dayton, it’s time to TRAVEL beyond. 4 and a half hours from Dayton’s city center is one of America’s great big cities…CHICAGO! Flanked by the beauty of Lake Michigan, highlighted by the amazing skyscrapers, filled with world-class hotels and dotted with more parks than you can shake a stick at…Chicago is vibrant again. Gone are the annoying masks, plastic dividers, and spacing that kept us all at bay. Back is an oasis for shoppers, a playground for water lovers, and a fulfillment for music and art aficianados.

“The trick is to take what the media says with a grain of salt.” Says Mischa K, a local food vendor and lifelong dweller. “We are facing what all big cities are facing. This need to make everyone feel that Netflix is better than the Lincoln Park Zoo. I mean, come on!” Mischa is not alone. While visiting the Windy City, I chatted it up with others…sentiments the same! “Magnificent Mile has seen some closures, but all-in-all, the street is packed with visitors, and you can’t find a restaurant with availability.” Says Fred H. “I dunno, I keep hearing the same stories about Miami, NYC and LA….so we are in good company.” laughs Dan D. “You adjust. You find a way to make the new way of doing things a better way of doing things. We are still Midwest…people are still as friendly as it gets here!”

For me and the gang I traveled with, we found a ton to do! Plopping ourselves at the Viceroy on State Street…we were near the beating heart of the town. A short walk to Michigan Ave. and you could feel it…life is BACK! On the streets families with popcorn, lovers holding hands and obnoxious drivers laying on their horns in hopes they get much needed attention! Shopping felt good…no clicking Amazon for a new shirt, but rather, trying it on…and having the clerk find a better size…HEAVEN! (By the way, Ralph Lauren’s POLO on Michigan is a must now….WOW…packed and pretty!!) Starbucks three level signature store is bit much, but its worth a drop in. To be real, I was more interested in finding the old hotels with those dimly lit bars, and amazing Old-Fashioneds…and they didn’t disappoint! (Champagne stops are a good idea as well.)

The Aquarium, the zoo, the beach, the pier…all in full-swing and ready to take on your family with new sites to see as well. And, honestly, is there any city near us with a more diverse collection of architecture!! STUNNING STUFF! One place I always enjoy is Andersonville. Filled with shops from the sublime to the silly, the area boasts a lot of great variety. Take a minute to grab a drink at Lady Gregory’s, Farragut’s or Hopleaf Brewery! Feeling adventurous? Sneak into Simon’s (Oldie but goodie)!

Dining is also back in Chicago. We ate dinner at Somerset, a patio restaurant, with great people-watching in the Gold Coast. After dinner, take the elevator to the 18th floor to Devereaux…this pool-side party place is inviting and sophisticated. Of course, I could list dozens of places to find food, and everyone would have an opinion how right or wrong I was…with that, I will say, there is something for everyone in Chi-Town! (We loved grabbing a coffee at Whispers and sitting in the triangular garden among the college kids and locals.)

It’s time peeps! Grab your pet (they were everywhere)…pack your car (or just buy everything there)…and put on your walking shoes (we averaged 15,000 steps a day)….and head NorthWest(ish) to one of America’s Best….the city of BIG SHOULDERS….CHICAGO!

Huffman Prairie Walking Tours

June 27, 2023 By Dayton937