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Can You Believe It?

October 15, 2023 By Dayton937

On Wednesday, October 11th local companies constructed their CANstruction projects at The DaytonMall. Nine local businesses representing various industries will gather to build structures depicting a variety of scenes and objects. All nine sculptures will remain in the Dayton Mall until October 18, at which time they will be de-constructed and used to serve community members experiencing food insecurity. The event will result in 26,000 canned goods being donated to the The Foodbank, Inc.

CAN-venience Station (portable restroom)
2,710 cans
MT Studio/Level MB Construction

Breaking Ground to Stop Hunger (bulldozer)
5,408 cans
Ferguson Construction

AmeriCAN flag
1,245 cans
Wilcon

Flying Saucer and Alien
7,616 cans
CESO
Winner of Most Cans Award

Giant Mock Campbell’s Soup Can, Safety Flavor
1,116 cans
Complete Mechanical Services

8-Bit Mario
1,797 cans
Garber Electric

Erasing Hunger
2,428 cans
Danis

Can Made of 1000 Cans – End Hunger
1,000 cans
Messer Construction

You can vote for your favorite picture on the Canstruction Facebook page.

Take a Hike! 9 Places to See Amazing Fall Foliage

October 11, 2023 By Guest Contributor

Fall is arguably the prettiest time of year, with the leaves changing into an array of gorgeous colors. As October begins, the fall foliage color extravaganza will soon reach its peak–there’s still plenty of time to get out and enjoy the fall colors! We’re taking this opportunity to highlight nine locations around Dayton and Montgomery County where you can take in some breathtaking fall colors. So … take a hike! Go check out the beauty that Mother Nature has to offer.

1. Aullwood Audubon Center and Farm

Located in the northwestern part of Montgomery County, Aullwood consists of two major locations, Aullwood Nature Center and Aullwood Farm, along with eight miles of walking trails running through its 200-acre nature sanctuary. Be sure to take time to explore the trolls of artist Thomas Dambo at Aullwood Farm. Go to Aullwood’s website for information about hours and admission prices.While you’re at the Aullwood Nature Center, you’ll also want to pay a visit to the Aullwood Garden MetroPark.

2-4. Five Rivers MetroParks: Englewood MetroPark; Hills & Dales MetroPark; Cox Arboretum MetroPark

We’re cheating a little bit by giving three spots on our list to Five Rivers MetroParks … but, in all honesty, it could easily fill the entire list! The park system offers a wealth of natural riches throughout Montgomery County. The 18 parks have a plethora to offer; we’ve selected parks representing the northern, central and southern parts of the county.Englewood MetroPark: Situated just off U.S. 40 and Route 48, Englewood MetroPark offers roadways, trails and bike paths. The view of the waterfalls as leaves start to change color and drop is highly recommended, and be sure to also explore the Pumpkin Ash and Swamp Forest boardwalk.

Hills & Dales MetroPark: Since it’s spooky season, we of course had to include Hills & Dales, home to the famous Lookout Tower (aka Frankenstein’s Castle, the Witch Tower, etc.). But the 1.5-mile Adirondack Trail is filled with warm fall colors that complement the Adirondack structures in the park.

Cox Arboretum MetroPark: This southern Montgomery County gem offers a stunning view, via the 65-foot-tall Tree Tower. Climb the 81 steps to the top for sweeping views of the Miami Valley’s fall color.

You can check out more about fall colors in the MetroParks at their website.

5. Kettering Parks

The City of Kettering boasts a park system made up of 21 parks spread throughout the city, offering many opportunities to see the fall colors. Check out their website for more about celebrating fall in Kettering, as well as downloadable maps of the city’s many walking trails.

6. National Museum of the U.S. Air Force

The grounds of the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force feature some wonderful fall colors, as seen in this Facebook post by the museum last fall. As an added bonus, the NMUSAF is easily one of the best free museums in the entire country – right here in Dayton! Make a day of it, wandering the outdoor grounds and exploring the museum’s vast collections.

7. Dayton’s Historic Neighborhoods

Don’t overlook the historic neighborhoods of Dayton for fall colors! In particular, the St. Anne’s Hill and Huffman Historic Districts along Fifth Street in east Dayton not only serve up beautiful fall foliage but also an impressive display of Victorian-era homes.

8. Carillon Historical Park

Carillon Historical Park is another gem among Dayton’s museums, a 65-acre history museum showcasing a vast range of Dayton’s heritage. The grounds also offer beautiful foliage this time of year. Be sure to check out the History on the Hill Interpretive Center and Moraine Trails, with its breathtaking bird’s eye view of the park and the city of Dayton. Go to the Dayton History website for hours and admission information.

9. Woodland Cemetery & Arboretum

Many consider the views of downtown Dayton from Woodland Cemetery & Arboretum to be some of the best in Dayton. Immerse yourself in the spectacular fall majesty of this location’s 3,000+ trees, spread out over 200 acres of rolling hills! The hills will give you the added bonus of a workout!

This post is authored by the Dayton CVB.
These are just a few of the many places around the Dayton area to see spectacular fall foliage.

If you’re traveling outside the local area, this Ohio.org blog post highlights suggestions from around the state.

Spot some truly beautiful fall colors? Snap a pic, share it on social media, and tag us (@daytoncvb on Facebook & Instagram) – we might share your photo on our accounts!

Preservation Dayton Offers Tours of Dayton Masonic Center

October 9, 2023 By Dayton937

Exclusive behind-the-scenes guided tours of the Dayton Masonic Center are being offered every 30 minutes from 4 pm to 6:00 pm on Sunday, Oct. 15. Tours are limited to 20 participants.

Tickets are $20 for Preservation Dayton and Masonic Center members and $30 for non-members. A cash bar and appetizers will be available following the tours. Tickets are now on sale online via Eventbrite. Members of PDI and the Masonic Center can use their special $10 per ticket discount code.

“This is a wonderful opportunity for a guided tour of this remarkable Classic Greek Revival,” said Monica Snow, PDI president. “This irreplaceable architectural treasure has been exquisitely restored making it one of Ohio’s most outstanding structures on the National Register of Historic Places. You won’t want to miss this behind-the-scenes look at areas not often open to the public. Stay and socialize during the reception on the breathtaking auditorium stage.”

According to the Dayton Masonic Center, their groundbreaking was in 1925 and the building was completed over a 2-year, 9-month period by 450 workers at a cost of $2.5 million. Formerly known as the Dayton Masonic Temple, the building and grounds are on 8½ acres with a 250-car parking lot.The center is located north of the Great Miami River, across the Monument Street bridge and next to the Dayton Art Institute in the Historic Grafton Hill neighborhood. The tour is sponsored by the Dayton Masonic Center, Dayton Ohio Photos, and Preservation Dayton, Inc.

Free Admission to DAI for Indigenous Peoples’ Day

October 7, 2023 By Dayton937

Indigenous Peoples’ Day is a holiday that honors the sovereignty and resilience of Native Americans while celebrating and commemorating their history and cultures. In celebration of this, the Dayton Art Institute (DAI) will welcome all in the community to the museum for a free Community Day on Sunday, October 8.

All guests attending the museum on October 8 will receive free admission. The museum is open from noon–5 p.m. on Sundays. Having already hosted two Community Days in 2023, DAI will offer an additional Community Day during the remainder of the year, celebrating Veterans Day on Friday, November 10. Community Days are always free for all guests and hosted in conjunction with special events.

“Community Days were inspired by the DAI’s vision that is committed to inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility,” said DAI Director & CEO Michael R. Roediger. “They allow us to welcome all in our community and build lasting connections with those who are new to the museum. We are excited to celebrate Indigenous Peoples’ Day and ultimately to build meaningful relationships with the Indigenous community of the Miami Valley.”

Indigenous Peoples’ Day Community Day is made possible by the generosity of sponsors Ramona and Todd Vikan. For more information about this Community Day and all DAI events, please visit https://www.daytonartinstitute.org/upcoming-events/calendar/.

Free admission for Indigenous Peoples’ Day Community Day includes access to all Special and Focus Exhibitions currently on view, as well as the museum collection galleries. General admission is $15 adults; $10 seniors (60+), active military and groups (10 or more); $5 students (18+ w/ID) and youth (ages 7–17); and free for children (ages 6 & younger). Admission is free for museum members. Membership information can be found online at www.daytonartinstitute.org/membership.

Dayton At Work and Play: The Yost Family

October 7, 2023 By Bill Franz

Some enjoy being scared at Halloween. Some don’t – especially young kids or those who are special needs or need sensory friendly events.

“When our son was young he didn’t enjoy Halloween” Miriam Yost told me. “So nine years ago we started creating our own not so scary Halloween. At first it was just for the neighborhood kids, but it’s gradually grown and now we have a lot of visitors.”

“My husband does all of the artwork. He’s made over 50 wood cut-out characters. for kids to enjoy. As soon as a Halloween is over he starts planning new things to add for the next year. “

“This year, in a nod to Disney’s 100th anniversary we’ve added Disney characters. We’ll have Mickey, Belle and The Beast in costume for photo ops.”

We’re located in Huber Heights at 7221 Kirkview Drive, and we’ll be open every Saturday in October from 5 to 9. We would love for people to come and Be our Guest.”

Slap’n Lizards New Food Menu

October 6, 2023 By Dayton937

West Carrollton’s Slap’n Lizard that opened this past June has just introduced a new food menu to compliment their wall of 50 tap beers. The beer hall allows guests to pour their own beer, sampling just a small sip or a full pint glass. All beer is priced by the ounce. Now they have some great munchies to go with the beers, like nacho’s, corn dogs and cheese curds.

The menu aslo features pizza, wings, sandwiches and salads.

Upcoming events:

October 14 11am – 11pm – Pink Ribbon Goods Fundraiser

Come out and Support the Pink Ribbon Girls!!! 50% of all beer sales will go back to the Pink Ribbon Organization!! Come out and show support for Breast cancer awareness.

October 22 2-4:30pm – Barstools to Brushstrokes
Join some friends and paint the perfect trio of pumpkins! Click to register.

October 21 1-4pm, Pet adoption event
Come out to our patio and possible meet you next perfect pet at this adoption event with the Humane Society of Greater Dayton.

October 27 7-11pm Halloween night
Name that Tune Halloween style! Come dressed in your favorite costume! Prizes for best dressed both Adults and Children.

Slap’N Lizard Tap House

2082 South Alex Road
West Carrollton, Ohio 45449

Hours:

Wednesday 3-10pm
Thursday 3-10pm
Friday 3-11pm
Saturday 11-11pm
Sunday 11-8pm

Rum Tasting Event to Celebrate The Castle’s 30th Anniversary!

October 6, 2023 By Lisa Grigsby

Rum Raid for The Castle is a rum tasting being held this coming Wed, Oct 11th at The Steam Plant as a fundraiser for The Castle, a vital part of the mental health delivery system in Montgomery County. They provide a place for peer support, a place to have fun while learning responsibility, accountability and gaining some empowerment over the leisure time.

Ticket holders will have the choice to taste the rum straight up or mixed in a cocktail.Rum Raid for The Castle is a rum tasting being held this coming Wed, Oct 11th at The Steam Plant!

Some rums are made for mixing into cocktails, others are good enough to sip straight. This event will help you learn the nuances of types of rum on the market. Age, distillation method, and even place of origin all work in tandem to create different varieties of the spirit, each with a distinct use, profile, and history.

Here’s an idea of what you’ll be able to taste at the event:

Spiced Rum– Broadly speaking, this popular variation is defined as any rum that’s infused with myriad herbs and spices. According to the Rum Lab, spiced rum came about as a way to make rum more palatable, since “fresh” rum packed a good amount of potency back in the day.

Gold Rum – Vanilla, coconut, citrus, and caramel are some of the tasting notes that you might find in a gold or amber rum, which hit the sweet spot between light and dark rums in terms of both aging time and taste. These medium-bodied rums get their color from added caramel or being aged in pale oak barrels and lean a touch sweeter to taste, with a subtle buttery richness that makes for a pleasant on-the-rocks sipping experience.

White Rum – If you like piña coladas, you probably like light rum (and maybe, getting caught in the rain). The most common type of rum, white rum is light in body, sweet in flavor, and has a pleasantly mild character. While it’s still made from sugarcane juice or molasses white rum is typically only aged for about a year.

Dark Rum – A well-aged dark rum boasts hints of brown sugar, toffee, and sometimes vanilla and honey, which lend well to enjoying the spirit straight to let each layer of flavor shine. You’ll find them in stalwarts like a Dark ‘N’ Stormy, Hurricane, or Painkiller.

Black Rum – First popularized in the post-Prohibition era as a cocktail mixer (the idea was to make it the base of a punch), black rum was meant to mimic the look of a deeply aged rum at a lower price point, according to Martin Cate, author of “Smuggler’s Cove: Exotic Cocktails, Rum and the Cult of Tiki.” The spirit is aged for three years in white oak and crafted with fermented molasses, so it offers much more body and interest.

Aged Rum – Aged rums get their warm, toasty hue from sitting in barrels for extended periods of time. Despite the labor in making this style of rum, it’s grown quite popular in recent years, taking its cues from the careful, regionally tied distillation methods of Scotch and whiskey, resulting in a nuanced, quaffable spirit. Of course, these rums are relatively rare by nature since they take so long to come to fruition.

Flavored Rum – Quite simply, any rum with flavoring agents added that aren’t natural spices or the infusions you might find in spiced rums. These rums begin with a neutral, sweet base of rum before the flavorings and colorings are added. This is a pretty broad category with options ranging from simple tropical infusions (think pineapple and coconut) to more involved flavor profiles like coffee, chocolate, and cherry vanilla

English Style Rum – Modern-day British rums are characterized by the distilling method (now made using a mix of pot and column distilling) as well as a wild yeast-fermented molasses base rather than cane juice. These sweet, rich expressions are great on the rocks

French Style Rum (Rhum) – Rhums, which hail from the French Caribbean, are all produced in column stills using sugar cane juice fermented for up to five days. The resulting flavor is softly sweet, with fresh grassy undertones and elegant hints of floral notes.

Tickets are available online here for the event which runs from 6-9pm, Wed, Oct 11th.

VIP tickets are $75, and guests will be welcomed at 6pm with an exclusive cheese and rum pairing hosted by St Anne’s Cheese Company and are almost sold out.

General Admission tickets are $50 and guest can join us at 6:45pm for rum tastings and light hors d’oeuvres. $20 for designated drivers. Tickets go up to $60 at the door.

Be sure and bring $ for a chance to dig for a prize in the treasure chest. It will be stuffed with items from Ignite Yoga, TITLE Boxing Club Kettering, Mamma Disalvo’s, McAlister’s Deli, Geez Grill & Pub, 937 Party Bus, Malibu Rum, Meadowlark Restaurant, Agave & Rye Centerville, Manna Uptown, J Alexander’s, Mike’s Carwash, Sweet Treats Festival, Flying Ace Express Car Wash, Black Rock Bar & Grill and more!

Buckeye Players Tackle “The Stupid-Big Sandwich” for Charity

October 6, 2023 By Dayton937

Carson Hinzman

Tegra Tshabol

The Ohio State University’s offensive linemen, Carson Hinzman and Tegra Tshabola, along with tight ends Gee Scott and Joe Royer, are set to go head-to-head on Monday, October 9th at 3:30 pm, but not on the football field. Instead, they will each take on a giant, 2 & 1/2-pound sandwich at Dayton’s newest New York Deli, ‘All the Best’.

This event promises much more than a stomach full of meat and cheese or a big score at Ohio Stadium. All the Best will be giving back to the Dayton community by supporting one of the city’s most cherished foundations, The Gala of Hope. In one delectable day, they’ll be able to bring together football, oversized sandwiches, and community spirit for a memorable occasion.

The beloved buckeyes will be competing against each other for this extraordinary charity and to help the NIL effort at OSU. Each player will receive All the Best’s secret menu item: “The Stupid-Big Sandwich”. This sandwich is, well, stupid-big. It includes salami, turkey, pastrami, cole slaw, Swiss cheese and Russian dressing. There will be a race to the finish to establish the fastest time to beat for All The Best customers who also want to partake after this event ends. Any deli customer that orders and finishes a “Stupid-Big” will get it for free. The pickle and the Tums are optional.

All The Best Delicatessen

5940 Far Hills Ave.
Dayton, OH 45429

(937) 999-4204

Art Parkd Music & Arts Festival features the Next Generation of Dayton Talent

October 4, 2023 By LIbby Ballengee

Eleanor Dakota performs at Art Parkd

Art Parkd is a grassroots music festival featuring Gen Z artists, and is one that Dayton music fans should really take note of. It’s located in Grafton Hill, and is happening this Saturday, October 7th and has a fantastic daytime schedule, running 3-9pm. No late nights for those who don’t like to be out late, and for those ragers out there, it’s a great pre-game before evening festivities.

Affordability is another other reason to buy a ticket to this festival. Pre-sale tickets are only $5! Even if you’re unsure if you can make this festival, buy a $5 ticket as a donation. Why? This festival features the next generation of Dayton talent, and they deserve all the support we can give them.

Art Parkd is the brain-child of the uber talented Sophia Munoz Daughtery, who is a local photographer and event organizer. Supported by her friend Jennifer Kash, the festival was launched last October to rave reviews. This year’s event promises to be even better!

If you want to see emerging talent that will delight and surprise you, please check out this event! More info and tickets available at: https://www.artparkd.com/

Musicians and bands performing include:

Frank Calzada

Proxy.Exe

Crabswithoutlegs

Isicle

Grandace

Dos.Gradiose

DJ Don

The Rosies

Jay Hill!

HOW TO GO?

Saturday, October 7, 2023

Time: 3pm – 9pm

Location: 609 W. Riverview, 609 W. Riverview , Dayton, United States

Buy $5 advance ticket here: https://allevents.in/dayton/art-parkd-dayton-music-and-art-festival/80002106649205?ref=smdl

Dayton at Work and Play: Tracy McElfresh of Tracy’s Sewing Studio LLC

October 2, 2023 By Bill Franz

After a long time off, I’ve decided to restart publishing my blog “Studio Photos.” I’ll post the text of Tracy McelFresh – Dressmaker here today and tomorrow, but if you want to see all my photos you’ll need to go to https://billfranz17.com/

I visited Tracy McElfresh of Tracy’s Sewing Studio LLC recently. I know Tracy spends a lot of time teaching people to sew. I asked her how she learned.

“My grandmother came from Puerto Rico to New York City and sewed in the garment district there. She would bring fabric remnants from work and use them to make all of my mother’s clothes. So as I was growing up my mother didn’t want to just go to a store and buy clothes. She taught me how to make clothes by deconstructing old clothes. I would go to thrift stores and buy things that were very inexpensive, take them apart, and reassemble them into clothes that I loved.”

“So I grew up sewing, and I then I taught other people to sew while also working at all kinds of other jobs. I worked in a daycare and in a library and as a nanny, but when the nanny job ended I decided that from now on I was only going to work at the thing I love the most – sewing.”

“In 2012 Jesy Anderson and I wrote a business plan and opened a shop in Dayton’s Oregon District called Sew Dayton. We sold fabrics and sewing supplies and we gave group classes. That was a great experience but in 2016 we decided to split up and we now each have our own sewing businesses. Jesy runs Needle Ink and Thread and I’ve opened Tracy’s Sewing Studio”

2nd Round of ArtWraps Now Around Town

October 1, 2023 By DowntownPartnership

The Downtown Dayton Partnership (DDP) and The Contemporary Dayton (The Co) have teamed together to enliven downtown streetscapes with ArtWraps, a project to “wrap” utility boxes with original designs by local artists of all ages.

ArtWraps takes commonplace objects, such as the “ugly” utility boxes on downtown streets, and transforms them into pieces of art by wrapping them with artistic designs printed on vinyl wraps.

The program debuted in 2022 with the first phase of ArtWraps, consisting of 15 utility boxes throughout downtown.

An additional 15 boxes were wrapped during the project’s second phase in 2023. See the map below for locations. The designs were chosen from more than 200 entries submitted by a diverse range of people from the Dayton area.

ArtWraps is an extension of the DDP’s Urban Art Intersections program, which seeks to use public art to enliven downtown and connect artists with the community while engaging downtown Dayton residents, workers and visitors. It is also a project from Place Lab, the DDP’s approach to prioritizing and implementing placemaking projects, making downtown locations more vibrant, inclusive, engaging and connected.

The Yellow Springs Sunflower Field is in Full Bloom

September 30, 2023 By Dayton937

The Yellow Springs Sunflower Field will be in full bloom for abut the next 10 days. Come out and enjoy the delightful natural beauty of these flowers while you can!

The Sunflower Field is located just north of Yellow Springs at 4627 U.S. Route 68. Parking for this event is located at the Tecumseh Land Trust. There are two grass lots available. We ask that our patrons do not park along the State Route.

HOURS OF OPERATION

Saturday, September 30: 10 am – 7 pm
Sunday, October 1: 10 am – 7 pm
Friday, : 4 pm – 7 pm
Saturday, September 30: 10 am – 7 pm
Sunday, October 1: 10 am – 7 pm

CALLING VOLUNTEERS!
But that’s not all – we need your support! The Yellow Springs Chamber is calling on all nature enthusiasts, volunteers, and kind-hearted souls to lend a helping hand. Your donations and time will make this event truly unforgettable. Let’s come together to make a difference in our community and create wonderful memories amidst the golden sea of sunflowers.

Yellow Springs Sunflower Field

4627 US Route 68,
Yellow Springs, OH, 45387

The Sunflower Field is located just north of Yellow Springs on US Route 68. Parking for this event is located at the Tecumseh Land Trust. There are two grass lots available. We ask that our patrons do not park along the State Route.

Sign Up Now for MetroParks Make A Difference Day

September 28, 2023 By Dayton937

Five Rivers MetroParks will host its annual fall service day, Make a Difference Day, from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Oct. 28. Register online by Friday, Oct. 27, at metroparks.org/make-a-difference.

People of all ages will work at more than 20 projects across 14 sites throughout the Dayton area and assist with many important projects, from invasive species removal to planting trees. Register your family, friends or work group, and get everyone outside to make a difference.

Make a Difference Day projects help beautify the parks and prepare them for the winter season.

“Our volunteers are so integral in supporting MetroParks to protect the region’s natural heritage,” said human resources and volunteer manager Jenny Hymans. “Make a Difference Day is the perfect opportunity to get together with friends, family or coworkers and give back to your favorite MetroPark. In just a few hours on a beautiful fall morning, you can make a difference.”

Registration is required via MetroParks’ volunteer site, Get Connected. Learn more and sign up at www.metroparks.org/volunteer.

Participants should dress for the weather and the activity in which they will participate. Supplies will be provided depending on the project, but individuals may want to bring gloves and a refillable water bottle.

MetroParks hosts two large annual days of service: Adopt-A-Park in April to celebrate Earth Day and Make a Difference Day in October. This fall, MetroParks hopes to register approximately 200 volunteers for Make a Difference Day.

MetroParks volunteers are needed year-round for a variety of tasks. Learn more about becoming a volunteer for other projects and more at metroparks.org/volunteer.

Wings Fly Now open on Patterson

September 23, 2023 By Lisa Grigsby

Wings Fly, a family owned eatery that opened last week, specializes in wings, both traditional and boneless. A family-friendly restaurant offering a menu packed with delicious appetizers and entrees. Dine in or carryout available.

Screenshot this post and show it to the cashier and you will receive 15% off your first order,now through September 30th.

Tell them DaytonDining sent you!

(937) 938-1335

Hours
Sun 11am -10pm
Mon – Thurs 11am – 11pm
Fri & Sat 11am – midnight

BREAKING: See Fred Armisen perform LIVE in Yellow Springs

September 22, 2023 By LIbby Ballengee

The inaugural Yellow Springs Film Festival (YSFF) is bringing in the celebrities for their weekend-long festivities. Due to popular demand (sell out) of Fred Armisen’s “In Conversation With…” special event, festival organizer’s have added a special event live music performance “Comedy For Musicians, But Everyone Is Welcome” featuring Armisen.

Armisen has been new touring this new show all over the country, so organizers are thrilled to bring this event to the area. and this will be the area’s debut performance.

The festival also features a kick-off party with Raekwon from Wu-Tang Clan, who is debuting a film he executive produced called “Taking the Groove Back.” There is also a special retrospective of Guided by Voices 40 year career, along with lots of other special film events. Tickets and information for all the festival’s events can be found at YSFilmFest.com.

HOW TO GO?

When: October 6, 2023

Doors open at 4pm

Show starts at 5pm

General Admission $30

Get festival information here: https://www.ysfilmfest.com/

Get tickets for Fred Armisen show here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fred-armisen-comedy-for-musicians-but-everyone-is-welcome-tickets-72233386904

Kettering Community Cupboard

September 17, 2023 By Dayton937

Kettering Leadership Academy’s Class of 2023 is proud to introduce Kettering’s first Community Cupboard located at Oakview Elementary School at the corner of Stroop Road and Ackerman Boulevard. The cupboard will be accessible 24/7 stocked with non-perishable food items, hygiene and household supplies and information for a variety of community resources.

Two additional locations have also been approved and details will be shared at a later date. Cupboard maintenance will happen collaboratively between the school and other community groups. The philosophy behind the cupboard is for people to take what they need and give what they can.

This initiative would not be possible without the efforts of KLA ’23 and countless partnerships created to make this concept a reality. Many thanks to Day-Air Credit Union, Bogg Ministries, Lowe’s Centerville on Wilmington Pike, Dor Wood Optimists, Good Shepherd Church, Kettering City Schools – Oakview Elementary, Kettering City Schools Forward Foundation and Kettering Rotary Club.