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May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month.

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The month of May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. It’s a way for us to recognize & acknowledge the contributions that Asian Americans and Pacific Islander Americans have made to our history, our culture, and our country as a whole.

Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Asian Americans are anyone whose ancestry traces back to places such as China, Japan, Vietnam, Korea, Indonesia, Malaysia, or one of many other regions on the Asian continent. Pacific Islander Americans are those whose ancestry traces back to places like American Samoa, Guam, Papua, and other various regions in the Oceania part of the world.

With May 1st approaching, ThinkTV has put together a collection of programs that we thought would be relevant to such an important month for so many people.

Contact: Robert’s Place

Robert’s Place is a nonprofit organization that provides spiritual, emotional and physical relief for all people, but especially for Pacific Islanders in crisis. In this video, CEO Dottie Alo discusses the organization and its resources.

https://video.thinktv.org/video/roberts-place-u4ou5f/

Mutually Inclusive: Mounting Asian American and Pacific Islander Discrimination

Our screens have been flooded with headlines of the surging hate crimes and incidents against Asian American and Pacific Islanders. America has a vast background of discrimination towards AAPI communities. On this episode of Mutually Inclusive we look at a brief journey through history to present time and talk with local leaders about where the fight against Asian hate is today.

https://video.thinktv.org/video/mounting-asian-american-and-pacific-islander-discrimination-owf4th/

Bare Feet with Mickela Mallozzi: Asian American & Pacific Islander

The Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community is a beautifully diverse group of cultures, and Mickela gets a taste throughout the boroughs – from the Pacific Islands by learning the hula with the Na Pua Mai Ka Lani Nuioka to exploring the Filipino Community of Little Manila in Woodside, Queens, to practicing Japanese Taiko traditional drumming.

https://video.thinktv.org/video/asian-american-pacific-islander-aapi-AIbeWV/

A People’s History of Asian America

Produced in partnership by the Center for Asian American Media and PBS Digital Studios, A People’s History of Asian America tells the history of Asian Americans through the microaggressions and stereotypes this community faces.

https://video.thinktv.org/show/a-peoples-history-of-asian-america/

To The Contrary: Asian American and Pacific Islander Women

We speak with Madalene Mielke, the president & CEO of Asian Pacific American Institute for Congressional Studies about the role of AAPI women both as candidates and voters. What are the top issues for this demographic and what are the different ways this voting block affected the midterms?

https://video.thinktv.org/video/asian-american-and-pacific-islander-women-k6ph3q/

This post originally appeared on ThinkTV‘s website

It’s Almost Festival Time In Miami County!

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Summer is fast approaching—and that means the kickoff to many homegrown, outdoor events. Local festivals offer a great way to get together with family and friends and to enjoy food, activities and entertainment.

Miami County offers many festivals and events that will bring smiles and fun. Each one offers a unique experience. Here are some upcoming events in

Miami County.

Taste of the Arts
Piqua, May 12
This evening event is a great way to kick off summertime fun in Miami County. Stroll downtown Piqua during the family-friendly Taste of the Arts and enjoy food and live entertainment. Children’s activities are also planned.

At the corner of Ash and Main streets, local restaurants and caterers serve taster-size portions of their popular menu items. Most food items range from $1 to $4—so it’s a great way to sample appetizers, meals and desserts.This free evening event is from 5-9 p.m. Friday, May 12.

Food Truck Rally & Competition
Troy, May 20
This event draws thousands of people each year—and it returns to the Miami County Fairgrounds on Saturday, May 20, this year.

The food truck rally allows visitors to try creative dishes and beverages at reasonable prices. Whether your passion is for the main course, a sweet treat or a specialty beverage, you will find the right truck for you.

Admission is free, and entertainment is provided throughout the day. It’s a great way to meet with family and friends, sit in the dining areas and enjoy unique flavors and tastes. The food truck rally is scheduled from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, May 20, at the Miami County Fairgrounds, 650 N. County Road 25-A, in Troy.

Troy Strawberry Festival
 Troy, June 3-4

Voted Best Ohio Festival for several years, this premier festival features everything strawberry—and so much more. Taking place in downtown Troy, the free event offers top art and craft exhibitors and numerous family-friendly activities, such as a strawberry pie-eating contest, diaper derby, corn toss and cruise in.

While enjoying the festivities, be sure to stop by the food booths. Many area non-profit organizations offer food for sale including the world-famous strawberry doughnuts.

Started in 1977, this festival draws up to 200,000 people annually and has been called the “Best in the Midwest.” The Strawberry Festival offers free parking and free shuttle service from the festival locations.

Family Days at the Johnston Farm
Piqua, Saturday and Sunday, June 10-11

History comes alive during this special event at the Johnston Farm & Indian Agency, 9845 N. Hardin Road, Piqua. The weekend features hands-on activi

ties, costumed interpreters and demonstrations centering on life in the 1800s.

During this family-friendly weekend, people can visit John Johnston’s home and the Historic Indian and Canal Museum. Also, mule-pulled, canal boat rides will be offered on the General Harrison of Piqua.

Admission is $10 for adults, $5 for children ages 6-12, and free for children under 5. Admission is $9 for seniors, military, and AAA members. Ohio Historical Society and Johnston Family Friends members are admitted for free.

History Alive at the Johnston Farm
Piqua, Saturday and Sunday, July 29-30

Experience living history at its finest when dozens of the very best reenactors gather at the Johnston Farm and Indian Agency to present a historical timeline from 1748 to 1862. The event includes a wide variety of camps as well as civilian and military demonstrations and other activities, including the canal boat General Harrison of Piqua that depicts the time period.

The event runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. Admission is $10 for adults, $5 for children ages 6-12, and free for children under 5. Admission is $9 for seniors, military, and AAA members. Ohio Historical Society and Johnston Family Friends members are admitted for free.

Miami County Fair, Troy
Friday, Aug. 11, to Thursday, Aug. 17

The fair celebrates Miami County’s rich agricultural heritage—and so much more. This weeklong family event features food, entertainment, livestock exhibits and competitions, rides, harness racing, a tractor pull, a rodeo and so much more.

The fair is open from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. each day. Daily admission is $6 for ages 9 and older, and free for children 8 and under.

Miami County also offers many other homegrown activities and events throughout the summertime, including musical performances, farmers’ markets, and more.

This post originally appeared on the Miami County Visitors & Convention Bureau site.

405 SW Public Square
Suite 272 | Troy, OH 45373

Free Fitness Classes at Riverscape

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Cost can’t be your excuse on why you are not taking exercise classes this May.   RiverScape MetroPark has nearly doubled its free fitness offerings featuring high impact group workouts, mindfully-focused programs and dance fitness. Free fitness classes include Fitness in the Park’s yoga and Zumba classes, which presented by Kettering Health Network with additional support from McGohan Brabender. May’s fitness full fitness schedule is listed below:

ZUMBA IN THE PARK with Fit n Fruitful Wellness: 10 to 11 am

  • Saturday, May 13

YOGA IN THE PARK with Speakeasy Yoga: 10 to 11 am

  • Saturday, May 20

Amanda Miller

BOOTYMIX FITNESS with Amanda Miller : 6 to 7 pm

  • Monday, May 1
  • Monday, May 8
  • Monday, May 15
  • Monday, May 22

BOOTCAMP with The Unit: 6 to 7:30 pm

  • Monday, May 1 & Wednesday, May 3
  • Monday, May 8 & Wednesday, May 10
  • Monday, May 15 & Wednesday, May 17
  • Monday, May 22 & Wednesday, May 23
  • Monday, May 29 & Wednesday, May 31

TAI CHI & QIGONG with Immortal Tree Qigong: 6 to 7 pm

  • Tuesday, May 2
  • Tuesday, May 9
  • Tuesday, May 16
  • Tuesday, May 23
  • Tuesday, May 30

Rachel Pavkov, owner MVP Dance Fit

SWERK with MVP Dance Fit: 6 to 7 pm

  • Wednesday, May 3
  • Wednesday, May 17
  • Wednesday, May 24
  • Wednesday, May 31

INNERGIZE with Kelly Gibson: 6 to 7 pm

  • Wednesday, May 10

Dayton Arcade Secures $41 Million To Fund Next Step

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Dayton Arcade’s giant is one step closer to being fully awoken once more.

The development team behind the historic Dayton Arcade has secured the necessary funding for the $41M renovation of the North Arcade’s Third Street Arcade and Gibbons Annex, the final two buildings in the Arcade’s nine-building complex.

The Arcade’s Third Street and Gibbons Annex Buildings were built in 1902 as part of the original Arcade development. The historic Third Street Building façade, designed by Frank Mills Andrews in the Flemish guildhall style, is one of the most recognizable buildings in the city of Dayton. Retail was shuttered in 1990 with the rest of the development.

Long seen as the last piece of the Dayton Arcade puzzle, completion of this second phase will allow the Arcade to serve as the retail hub and pedestrian connector in the center of downtown Dayton once again. The upper floors will be home to a 94-room Hilton Garden Inn with a lobby entrance from Third Street.

Danny Nagar of Century Hotel Group says “It has been a privilege to partner with Mira Development Company, Model Group, and Cross Street Partners in the redevelopment of the NorthArcade. By adding hotel rooms to the Arcade complex, we hope to invite locals and tourists to experience the strong food and entertainment scene that continues to grow here. This felt like a great opportunity to preserve and revitalize an iconic area and remove some of the roadblocks that have previously reduced travel to Downtown Dayton. We’re honored to be involved in this project and look forward to the impact that this will have on the local community and the guests that we’re eager to host.”

The first floor of the Third Street Building will house the Arcade’s retail marketplace, with 7,500 sf of small business retail space. Under the North Arcade’s iconic skylight will be small spaces for around 15 local and unique retail opportunities.

“We are very excited about this phase of the project, but it would not have happened without the unwavering commitment of the hotel team of Century Hotel Group and Mira Development,” says Dave Williams, Vice President of Development for Cross Street Partners.

“These projects don’t happen without strong leadership and support and that has continued from both the City, County, CityWide Development, and the Port Authority. The State and Federal Historic and New Market tax credits along with the Ohio Department of Development grant programs were critical sources in completing the North Arcade’s capital stack. It is a great finish to an amazing project and will be catalytic for the Main Street corridor, as well as providing much needed support for the Convention Center.”

The Arcade is a vital component for the reactivation of Courthouse Square and the revitalization of downtown Dayton’s central business district. Construction on the North Arcade has already commenced with anticipated completion of late Q2/Q3 2024.

Sarcastic, Sweet and Solid: ‘Sordid Lives’ Scores!

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‘In a Small Texas Town.’

From the moment Jacob Sams (Ty) begins to let us in on the ‘small Texas Town’ and all its craziness, you are immersed in a silly, well-paced production of Del Shore’s much beloved ‘Sordid Lives.’ The story, which revolves around an accidental death of the elderly family matriarch, is filled with characters you cannot help but love, no matter how messed up they are! One rule of thumb with ‘Sordid Lives’….if the cast is having fun, YOU are having fun! This cast was LOVING IT!

Jenna Gomes‘ (Bitsy Mae) guitar solos break-up the madness effortlessly. Faith Whitt’s (Sissy) character is instantly relatable. Rick Flynn‘s (G.W.) frustration is palpable. Diane Strohm‘s (Dr. Eve) outrageous behavior is hysterical. AND keep your eye on Becky Milligan Howard‘s Juanita….it’s stealth,  but she’s a riot! The entire cast really needs a shout-out….of the ten audience members in our party, everyone had a favorite character!

The production, at the Beavercreek Community Theater, has it all. The lighting, the sound…the set…STELLAR!

I was lucky enough to interview the show’s director Doug Lloyd. It went something like this!

JS: So Doug…why ‘Sordid Lives?’

DL: I submitted “SORDID LIVES” because it’s a crazy funny show, with a large number of fun roles for actors to have fun with, but at the same time, has a message of acceptance and love, While the family seems to constantly be screaming at each other, they still love each other and are there for each other in time of need.

JS: And, for big ‘Sordid Lives’ fans, the connection to Brother Boy (brought to life on-screen by the late Leslie Jordan) is essential!

DL: Yes. It’s the kind of show I think we need right now, one that shows acceptance and does it with a sense of humor.

Brother Boy (Matthew Smith) and His Therapist! (Strohm)

Lloyd is right about this. With Drag Queen bans, and Anti-LGBTQ sentiment on the rise, this show handles it in stride….and with this cast, with a lot of heart!

JS: What would you say people can expect from this show?

DL: An evening of quality theatre, full of laughs. You may leave with your face a bit sore from smiling and laughing, but you will leave feeling good and knowing you had a great time.

I know my group of 10 did. We all chatted at intermission about how impressed we were (as we ate cookies and drank punch! Perfect!) The show was engaging…and we were anxious for the second act!

JS: I don’t know if people know about your theater experience. Would you mind sharing?

DL: Sure! I have been involved with theatre since I was in the first grade, close to sixty years ago.  I have been involved with BCT for close to 25 years. I am president of BCT and have been on stage or in the director’s chair for countless productions at BCT and other theatre’s in the Dayton area, including Dayton Theatre Guild, Dayton Playhouse, and Town Hall Theatre. I have received numerous ‘Daytony’ Awards and was inducted into the Dayton Theatre Hall Of Fame in 2011.  Besides theatre, I am retired from the City Of Beavercreek, am a potter that works out of and serves on the board at John Bryan Community Pottery in Yellow Springs. I also do stained glass, and am the proud poppa of three rescue dogs. One of which was recently onstage at BCT.

JS: You are BUSY, SIR! So much to be proud of. But what is it about directing that you enjoy?

DL: I love the creative aspect of it.  “Coaching” a group of actors and technical crew to work together and create an enjoyable work of art.  There are so many aspects that need coordinated to come together for the performance. Actors, lights, sounds, set, costumes, props, programs, publicity, ticket sales and more. It literally takes an army of volunteers to put a show together.  It is so rewarding to watch the audience react to the performance after all the hard work by everyone.

Fun Cast!

JS: Well your army nailed it! I know all directors hope audiences take
something from their experience at the show. What do you hope people take from ‘Sordid Lives?’
DL: Bottom line, I hope they walk away having had a great time. That they laughed till they were out of breath, and if they get the message that it’s ok to be different, to be yourself, and if it inspires them to  become more accepting of those that are, That would be wonderful.  If they also learn that BCT presents quality amateur theatre and makes them want to come back to future performances, all the better.
JS: Love that….and I have to say, I will be back! Doug, what is next for BCT? Have they announced the 2023-24 season yet?

DL: The next production at BCT is the musical “TWELFTH NIGHT” a modern twist of the Shakespeare comedy which opens June 16th.

Our 2023-2024 season includes
“BRIGHT STAR” the Steve Martin musical in August
Neil Simon’s “THE GINGERBREAD LADY” in October
Noel Coward’s “PRIVATE LIVES” next January 2024
“ONE MAN TWO GUVNORS” in April 2024
“THE HELLO GIRLS” in June of 2024.
JS: This sounds amazing. Again, congratulations on ‘Sordid Lives.’  For those of you interested in attending, I have been told there is a ‘low ticket alert…’ GRAB YOURS. It’s a good time in that small town in Texas!  THANK YOU DOUG!
DL: Thank YOU!
For more information on ‘Sordid Lives’ or any of BCT’s upcoming shows, go to bctheatre.org

 

Packard Museum’s Annual Spring Fling is Coming!

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 America’s Packard Museum, located in Downtown Dayton has put together a jam packed agenda of events for The 2023 Packard Spring Fling, featuring Packard and Racing. Events will take place April 28-29 (Friday and Saturday) 2023.

Photo by Bill Franz

A new exhibition, Pole Position Packards, includes many Packard and modern race cars. Friday’s Welcome Reception begins with an unveiling and book signing event. Saturday’s race car collection tour and pro-tips sessions are sponsored by Max Merritt Auto Parts, with a display for purchase or pick up (if you preorder). Saturday’s Gala Banquet spotlights our distinguished speaker, Price Cobb, winner of the 24 Hours of Le Mans for Jaguar in 1990. The Kim Kelly Orchestra guest stars renowned vocalist Dominic Inferrera, as we dance to Sounds of Sinatra.

Here’s the schedule of events:

Friday, April 28 6:30pm
Packard Spring Fling Welcome Reception Sponsored by White Allen European Auto Group Pole Position Packards – New Exhibit Opening Cocktails, Hors d’oeuvres, Live music, Book Signing Event Remarks by Robert Signom III, Curator APM and by Josh Russell, Director, Gilmore Car Museum

Casual attire for Friday. Cocktail attire for Saturday night.

Saturday, April 29 9:30am
“Up Close and Personal at America’s Packard Museum” An all-ages educational experience where families and friends can sit in Packards and learn more about styling and design with Rob Signom, Curator

11:30am “Back from the Barn” a discussion and demonstration with Pat Aldrich, esteemed Packard restorer on techniques, pitfalls and common misconceptions about preparing your collector car for winter storage and spring driving.

12:30pm Box Lunches at America’s Packard Museum 1:00pm Bus Departs for Automotive Collection Tour

2:00pm The Robert McConnell Race Car Collection – a tour of Ohio’s most significant private collection of racing cars. Bob McConnell is considered the leading collector and restorer of Indy Roadsters and has shown at Concours around the world. Sponsored by Max Merritt Packard Parts Co.

3:15pm Bus Departs for America’s Packard Museum

4:15pm Bus Arrives at America’s Packard Museum

6:00pm 2023 Packard Spring Fling Cocktail Hour “Sounds of Sinatra” Dancing to the Big Band sound of the Kim Kelly Orchestra, Dominic Inferrera, award winning vocalist Silent Auction Begins

6:15pm VIP Reception in the Turnquist Packard Library

7:00pm 30th Anniversary Gala Packard Spring Fling Banquet Guest Speaker, Price Cobb, renowned Racecar Driver and winner of 24 Hours of LeMans, “Life’s Speedbumps: A Racer’s Perspective” Fine Dining provided by Elite Catering

8:30pm “Sounds of Sinatra” continues with The Kim Kelly Orchestra. Dancing.

9:30pm Silent Auction Concludes, Winners Announced

10:00pm Farewell Toast

Hotel reservations are available at the University of Dayton Marriott. Please contact America’s Packard Museum (937) 226-1710) for any hotel questions.

Rent a Community Gardening Plot for $20/season

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Take the first step to getting a greener thumb with help from your MetroParks. No space?

According to the Metroparks website, large garden plots are available to rent on an annual basis at both Possum Creek and the Wegerzyn Gardens. Each standard plot is 800 square feet and costs $20 to rent for the season from April through October. Organic-only plots are also available to rent for $20 a season or $40 year-round.

Gardeners can plant both annuals and perennials in these plots, however, the organic plots are limited to products found on the Organic Materials Review Institute product list.

Gardeners are responsible for watering, weeding, pest control and harvesting. Gardens are open from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. starting April 23.

Rentals are available through May 23. Call 937-275-PARK or register online to reserve your gardening plot.

MetroParks also provides gardening programs to help you grow your skills in the garden. Search and sign up for MetroParks gardening programs online.

Dayton At Work and Play: Winter Guard

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Winter Guard International has its world championship this month, bringing 60,000 visitors to the Dayton area. Color Guard competition started Thursday and continues through Friday and Saturday at the UD Arena. Percussion and Winds championships are next week. Tickets can be bought at https://am.ticketmaster.com/wgi/buy
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In some previous years I’ve photographed groups warming up in the U.D. parking lot These performers are from Homestead High School in Cupertino, California.

5 Fun Facts about the Dayton Dragons

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PLAY BALL!  Our own Dayton Dragons, a High-A affiliate of the Reds, are set to begin their 23rd season of baseball in the Midwest League. The Dragons kicked off their 2023 season on April 6 with a road series and play their home opener at Day Air Ballpark today, Tuesday, April 11, against the Great Lakes Loons at 7:05 p.m.The Dragons continue to be a Dayton favorite, and Day Air Ballpark is hands-down one of the best places in the country to see a baseball game! To celebrate the return of baseball to downtown Dayton, we’ve put together a short list of 5 Fun Facts about the Dragons and the 2023 season!

1. The Dragons Boast the Longest Sellout Streak in North American Professional Sports

The Dragons are one of Dayton’s top attractions and one of the most successful teams in professional baseball. The Dragons have sold out a record 1,441 consecutive home games over the past 22 years–the longest sellout streak in North American professional sports! But that streak is in jeopardy as the 2023 season approaches, and the Dragons need your help to keep it alive. A variety of season ticket packages are available, including the popular Family Club options. Single game tickets are also now on sale. Check out the video above, highlighting the Dragons’ commitment to the community, and let’s show our Dragons some love in return!

2. Dragons Kids Club Offers Affordable Family Fun

Dayton Dragons mascot Heater with kids

The Dayton Dragons Kids Club returns for its 10th year in 2023 and offers a great family fun value. The full package of the Dragons Kids Club is just $24.99 per child and carries a total value of over $100. Each Kids Club member receives:

  • Dragons home green Sunday jersey.
  • Dragons insulated lunchbox.
  • Dragons Sunday hat.
  • Hot Head Burritos Kids meal voucher.
  • Two (2) Dragons game tickets.
  • Dragons activity booklet.
  • The chance to win various experiential prizes.

Parents can sign up their children online at daytondragons.com/kidsclub, in person at the Dragons Den team store during Dragons games, by emailing [email protected] or by phone at 937-228-2287.

3. Downtown Dayton’s Water Street District, Home to Day Air Ballpark, is Booming!

A view of Day Air Ballpark from The Foundry at the AC Hotel Dayton

The Dragons’ home, Day Air Ballpark, is located in the heart of the vibrant Water Street District–one of the hottest locations in Dayton! By late 2024, developers will have completed $250 million worth of projects in the area. The Water Street District is home to the newly opened AC Hotel Dayton, which will offer spectacular views of the ballpark from its rooftop restaurant, The Foundry, opening in May. You can find the Moeller Brew Barn and Lock 27 Brewing, part of the Dayton Ale Trail, next to the stadium, as well as a number of dining options within walking distance. Performing arts venues like the Schuster Center and Victoria Theatre are also located nearby. Numerous housing options are part of the Water Street District, including the newly opened Sutton and Monument apartments, and work is underway on The Delco, a residential/office/retail complex located in the former Medelsons Liquidation Outlet building.

4. The Dragons Have Partnered with Tipico Sportsbook for 2023

Dragons Diamond Deal

Tipico Sportsbook, a leading sports betting operator, and the Dragons recently unveiled the newly named Tipico Centerfield Party Deck at Day Air Ballpark, and Tipico has been named the exclusive fireworks series sponsor this season. Tipico has also introduced a welcome offer for new Ohio users to receive two Dragons game tickets and a $20 team store e-gift card. New Tipico users (up to 1,000 new customers) will receive an email from a Dragons representative with instructions on how to claim their two tickets following their first-time deposit. Details on the promotion can be found at daytondragons.com/diamonddeal.

5.  How Many Dragons Players Have Gone on to the Majors?

Joey Votto playing for the Dayton Dragons

Glad you asked! To date, 131 former Dragons players have played in the Major Leagues, including 14 rookies in 2022. There were 46 former Dragons in the Major Leagues in 2022 including 23 with the Reds. A few Dragons who have gone on to notable Major League careers include Austin Kearns, Adam Dunn, Joey Votto (pictured), Homer Bailey, Jay Bruce and Johnny Cueto.

Get Your Tickets and Cheer on the Dragons!

The Dragons are scheduled to play 66 home games during the regular season. Game times are 7:05 p.m. for Tuesday through Saturday games, and Sundays are 1:05 p.m. Exceptions include Saturday, April 15 at 1:05 p.m. and Saturday, April 29 at 1:05 p.m. Gates open one hour prior to game time.

Dayton Dragons 2023 Season Schedule

As mentioned earlier, a variety of season ticket packages and single game tickets are available for the 2023 season. Tickets can be purchased at the Dragons Box Office located to the left of the main entry gates at Day Air Ballpark and through the following outlets:

  • Online at daytondragons.com
  • By calling the Dragons Box Office at 937-228-2287
  • Ticketmaster charge-by-phone at 937-228-2323

The Dragons Box Office will be open throughout the season from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. On weekend game dates, the Dragons Box Office will open at 11 a.m. and close in the seventh inning. The box office will be closed on Saturdays and Sundays when the team is on the road.

This article originally appeared on the Dayton CVB website and is reprinted with permisssion

This Must Be the Party hits the stage this Friday at The Brightside

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One of the most celebrated music events in Dayton during the last decade is back! This Must Be the Party is a local super group who performs a fantastic tribute to The Talking Heads. Fans love the complete recreation of the classic album and documentary film Stop Making Sense that they perform! Catch them for an exclusive show Friday April 14, 2023 at The Brightside, in downtown Dayton.

Few bands are as well-known in the music industry as the Talking Heads. The band, which was founded in the middle of the 1970s, contributed to the development of a new musical genre that would later come to rule the radio in the 1980s. The Talking Heads were one of the most innovative and forward-thinking bands of their period with their special fusion of rock, groove, and New Wave. It’s no wonder that Dayton audiences love this tribute show!

Due to the Covid shutdown, This Must Be the Party hasn’t performed since 2019, so this is a highly anticipated event! The best part is that part of the proceeds from this show go to benefit The Seedling Foundation, an organization that supports the arts magnet at Stivers School for the Arts. It’s a musical celebration to support music education!

If you’ve had the pleasure of seeing this amazing show already, you know how much fun to expect! (Pro tip: Wear comfortable shoes!) This go around, there is a very special guest joining the show. Sammi Garett, from the national touring acts Turquaz, Cool Cool Cool, & The Bump Assembly, is flying in from Brooklyn to join the crew! She’s an absolutely fabulous singer and performer, and she’s excited to perform in Dayton for the first time.

Local original band, Intergalactic Space Force, is kicking off the show at 8:30pm, shortly after doors open. They were Dayton Battle of the Bands finalists last year, and always love an opportunity to perform at The Brightside.

After the Stop Making Sense headlining show, if you’re still ready to boogie, Freekbass will be making his Brightside debut with a “Solo Grooves” after party.

If you get hungry, the venue has coordinated with Phat & Rich to be on site to serve your needs. The Mexican inspired cuisine is a hit with concert goers, so go hungry and hang on the Brightside’s awesome patio between sets.

If you’re looking for a place to pre-game, organizers recommend going to Tender Mercy for their amazing cocktails. “Not only is Tender Mercy our neighbor, they are one of the primary sponsors of this event!” event organizer, Libby Ballengee told us. “Their sister restaurant Sueño, is an amazing spot for dinner too, but I’d get reservations first!”

This Must Be the Party promises to be one of the most memorable events of the spring!

*The band includes: Khrys Blank, Nathan Lewis, Patrick Himes, Brian Hoeflich, Erich Reith, Aaron Holmes, Matt Byanski, Eric Cassidy, Nathan Peters, Christopher Corn, Brian Spirk, with special guest Sammi Garett.

HOW TO GO?

When: April 14, 2023

Where: The Brightside Music & Event Venue, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH

– $30 Advance General admission tickets (highly recommend purchasing advance to guarantee spot)

– $35 Day of show

TICKET LINK: https://www.venuepilot.co/events/69946/orders/new

 

Wishing All Our Jewish Friends A Joyous Passover

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Passover 2023 starts at sundown tonight, and many around the world will celebrate by holding a seder, a ritual meal to celebrate the holiday. The holiday will run over the next seven days, ending on April 13. Many communities will hold seders during the first two nights, which is a ritual feast that includes telling the story of Passover, drinking wine, eating symbolic food and celebrating the liberation of the Israelites from slavery in ancient Egypt.

God instructed Moses to tell the Israelite people to bring a lamb into their homes on the same night that God said he would strike down the firstborn child of the Egyptians.

The Israelites then slaughtered the lambs and ate them with matzah (unleavened bread) and maror (bitter herbs). Afterward, they were instructed to smear the blood of the lamb on their doorposts as a sign to God that this was an Israelite home to be “passed over” while death visited the homes of the other firstborns.

On the first two nights of the holiday, a ceremonial meal called Seder is observed.

The 15-step tradition includes eating matzah and maror, drinking wine or grape juice, and reading from a Haggadah, according to the Chabad-Lubavitch Media Center.

Unleavened bread is eaten to signify what Jews brought along for food when quickly leaving Egypt. A Haggadah tells the story of the Exodus and describes rituals.

During Passover, Jews are not allowed to consume grains, such as wheat, barley, spelt, oats and rye, that can ferment or become leavened, Chabad.org says. So, they cannot eat breads, pastas, cakes, cookies, pizza, beer, certain types of liquor and other foods.

Wheat flour can only be eaten during Passover if it is baked into matzah.

Even dishes must be cleaned thoroughly to remove any trace of the forbidden leavened food — called chametz — if that dish is to be used to cook kosher food for the holiday.

7 Easter Egg Hunts Around the Miami Valley

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Easter Egg Event

National Museum of the U.S. Air Force 
1100 Spaatz Street, Riverside

Hop on over for this FREE event from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.! Hunt for the giant inflatable eggs throughout the museum’s galleries and collect candy as you find them (don’t forget to bring your basket!)

Enjoy the sounds of the USAF Band of Flight pop-up concerts scheduled for 1 p.m., 2 p.m. and 3 p.m.
And don’t miss the face painters, balloon artists, and more…including a visit from our furry friend, the Easter Bunny! (tentatively scheduled for 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.).   This indoor event will happen rain, snow, or shine!

Helicopter Egg Drop 2023

2835 Miamisburg Village D 
Miamisburg

This April we will be in the sky, dropping thousands of candy-filled eggs… from a HELICOPTER!

We are going to have food trucks, face painting, balloon artists and more!
Registration required
This event is COMPLEMENTARY, with your donation to this year’s charity of choice: Paw Patrol Dayton!
Bring your own bag to collect eggs! Egg drop will happen at 11:30 AM sharp!

Vandalia Easter Eggstravaganza

Vandalia Rec Center – Soccer Field Side
1111 Stonequarry Rd, Vandalia

Bring the family out and have an “egg”cellent time at the FREE Vandalia Easter Eggstravaganza! We will have egg hunts, baby goat petting zoo, arts & crafts, face painting, vendors, games & activities, food trucks, Easter bunny photo area, a golden egg scavenger hunt and more!

The Great Golden Egg Scavenger Hunt begins at 12:00pm. Stop at the Gold Egg Booth for your map.
Easter Egg Hunt Times: 11:00am & 1:00pm
Easter Egg Hunt Ages: For ages 10 and under
Groups: 2 and younger, 3-4, 5-6, 7-8, 9-10
Food Trucks Include:
Timeless Tacos & Kona Ice
Buckeye Burgers
Lazy Baker Pizza Maker

KIDX EASTER SCAVENGER EGG HUNT

The Mall at Fairfield Commons
2727 Fairfield Commons Blvd, Beavercreek

We’re going on an Scavenger hunt! Join us March 10 through April 8 for an Easter Scavenger Egg Hunt. We’ve hidden 18 Easter KidX Club® stickers throughout the property. It’s up to you to hunt them down and take note of their location on your entry form. After the hunt is over return your sheet to the Easter Bunnies Garden.
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* This is an egg-cellent free family fun time!

* Entry forms are available at the Easter Bunnies Garden.
​* On Monday, April 10 we will randomly pick the winners of the scavenger hunt.

Egg Hunt

North Park Amphitheatre
195 Tamarack Trail, Springboro

Mark your calendars and invite your friends and neighbors to our campus Easter Egg Hunt! There will be inflatables, THOUSANDS of eggs and tons of fun for the whole family!

Registration and inflatables will be 10:30-11:00 AM and the egg collecting will start at 11:00 AM.

This is a free event but online registration is requested.

Easter Egg Hunt, Games and Craft

West Carrollton Soccer Complex
4800 Hydraulic Road, West Carrollton

Join the West Carrollton Lion’s Club for the annual Easter egg hunt for ages 1-12. Local community members will serve hot dogs, chips and water to everyone. Local churches will be on hand to provide fun activities for the kids. The Dayton Metro Library, West Carrollton branch will provide age-appropriate crafts from 1p.m.- 3p.m. at the library.

40th Annual Easter Egg Hunt

Young’s Jersey Dairy
6880 Springfield-Xenia Rd, Yellow Spring

As is our tradition, Young’s will hard boil and dye 10,000+ eggs for our Easter Egg Hunt. This event starts promptly at 2 PM for children ages 4 and under. At 2:20 PM we do it again for ages 5 to 7. At 2:40 PM we have the final hunt for ages 8 to 10.

2:00pm – Ages 4 and Under
2:20pm – Ages 5 to 7
2:40pm – Ages 8 to 10
There is no charge for this fun event!
We suggest you arrive 10 to 15 minutes before your age category, so you have time to find the line and get ready to go!
Barnabe, our mascot, will be present, so bring your cameras and have your child’s picture taken with him for you to cherish for years to come. The Easter Egg Hunt is held rain (or snow!) or shine. After all, what else can we do with all those hardboiled and dyed eggs?

Nominate A Media Superstar for the Dayton937 Social Media @WARDS!

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The Dayton937.com Social Media @wards has officially launched and is accepting nominations until April 2oth. This event is all about honoring the best in social media communications and rewarding the individuals, companies, and organizations who are using online platforms to communicate in fresh and innovative ways in the Miami Valley!

Tues, May 23rd  5:30-7:30pm

The Brightside
905 E 3rd St,
Dayton, OH 45402

Hosted by Rubi Girl Dana Sintell (Joshua Stuky)

This night will celebrate Dayton’s local talent that are producing great content across digital and social. Tickets are $20 each or $150/table and can be purchased on line.  Finalists will be notified by April 23rd and will receive a complimentary ticket to the event.

There will be4 divisions by company size for each category:
Micro Business (1-10) Small business (11-50) Medium  business (51 – 100) and Large Companies (100+).

Categories Include:

  • Best Social Media Professional
  • Best use of LinkedIn
  • Best use of TikTok
  • Best use of Facebook
  • Best use of Instagram
  • Best use of Pinterest
  • Best use of Twitter
  • Best use of YouTube
  • Best use of a Hashtag
  • Best Podcast/Vlog/Blog

To nominate a social media superstar online please fill out this google form. Nominations are due by April 20th.

 

RubiGirls aim to ‘Save the Queens!’

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There is a lot of pushback on Drag Queens in America these days. Most bans and restrictions have been halted in the name of Free Speech…but in an effort to keep Drag Alive, Dayton’s beloved RubiGirls are bringing a Brunch to Tender Mercy on Sunday, April 30! The theme….‘God Save the Queens!’ One of the RubiGirls Founders, Dana Sintell, gave us the scoop….it went something like this…

The RubiQueens looking for ‘Mercy!’

D9: So, Rubi to the rescue once again, eh?

DS: Kind of, yes. Look. we fear what we don’t quite understand..that’s human nature. What is not human nature is to keep others from pursuing their best life by imposing ours on them! That’s not Democracy, nor is it protecting Free Speech. The RubiGirls get what’s happening…and we hope people will join us at Brunch to celebrate. We are all about FUN and ‘Fun’draising. This is another opportunity to help others in the area!

D9: The show benefits East End Community Services…right?

DS: That’s correct. The RubiGirls have helped raise somewhere around 2.5 million dollars for non-profits and charities. I think that’s one thing people need to know. Why would you ever want to shut down those who are helping others….strange really.

D9: So, ‘God Save the Queens!‘ What should we expect?

DS: Craziness….tenderness….fun….games….purpose! All of it. AND A GREAT ENGLISH BRUNCH! I think ‘God Save The Queens‘ lends itself to many meanings. Helping communities understand what we can do when we ALL work together is one. It also brings to mind an English flare which Tender Mercy is incorporating in the day. And let’s not forget, we are all Queens in our own little worlds….moms who need to get out and see a show; college students who need a Sunday filled with laughs and entertainment; and people who just want a way to support Rubi as we aim to help others…that’s pretty majestic, don’t you think?

Dayton’s RubiGirls have raised over $2,000,000!

D9: Which Girls will we see on the 30th?

DS: Ileasa Plymouth, Fonda Peters, Tara Misu, Taj Mahal, Minnie Skirt and India Summer. I’ll be hosting the mayhem…and yes, we will have our signature RUBIngo games as well. We always try to amp things up and make things a little different. The numbers in these Tender Mercy shows are always a bit different as we all support each other in each song….it’s like group numbers from start to finish!

D9: Any details we need to know?

DS: Yes. 12:30pm the doors open. Tickets are $30, which includes an English Brunch Plate! Tender Mercy is at 607 East Third!

D9: Sounds like a hoot….and the idea it benefits East End Community Services is really awesome. Folks, the RubiGirls sell-out…get your tickets, ASAP! Thanks Dana….

Dana Sintell Hosts the Event!

DS: Thank you…and ‘God Save The Queens!!’

For tickets…and more info…https://www.exploretock.com/tender-mercy-dayton/checkout/signup

Looking for another RubiEvent? Catch them at the SORG Opera House in Middletown!! Here’s the Link: https://www.cincyticket.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=6190

You can always donate to the RubiGirls through their website at http://therubigirls.com

The RubiGirls are 501c3. If you would like information on how to book or more about their mission info can be found at their website listed above!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Wanna Be on Jeopardy? Take This Test!

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Got a big brain? Want to be on Jeopardy!?
In honor of our 59th birthday, take the Anytime Test on March 30!

The Jeopardy! Anytime Test is the first step for anyone who wants to compete on Jeopardy! Passing the 50-question test is the first round of qualification to getting on the show. Plus, it’s a lot of fun!

Any U.S. or Canada resident 18+ is allowed to take the Anytime Test on March 30, 2023 local time regardless of any other criteria.

Jeopardy! will be making a charitable donation of $5.90 to the Alex Trebek Fund at Stand Up to Cancer(Opens an external site) for the first 10,000 test takers.

https://youtu.be/Q0nkiuzRMgo