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McDonald’s New McValue Menu Offers Lots of Options

January 15, 2025 By Dayton937

In 2025 customers can get even more than they expect with McDonald’s new McValue™ menu, which features all-day savings, every day at U.S. restaurants nationwide. The new McValue platform offers more variety, choice and flexibility – for every occasion. Fans can mix and match with the new Buy One, Add One for $1* offer and fuel up for less with the popular $5 Meal Deal**.  

Plus, they’re dropping even more offers in the App courtesy of McValue – including free medium fries with a $1 purchase every Friday in 2025 and a free McCrispy TM chicken sandwich for new App users.

Hungry for more?  McDonald’s celebrating this major news by partnering with lifelong McDonald’s fan John Cena. From iconic movie roles to impromptu motivational riffs, Cena is always delivering more than what fans expect, making him the perfect McValue ambassador.

“I always talk about ‘earning my sunset’ and there’s nothing like heading to McDonald’s after completely crushing your day,” Cena says. “I’ll admit – it’s tough to choose between some of my favorites sometimes, but now I don’t have to. The fact that fans can mix and match with the new McValue menu to get great deals on the food they love is going to be an absolute game-changer.”

Cena is ready to show you the McValue ropes – follow along on McDonald’s social channels to see how he gets the most out of McValue and his go-to Buy One, Add One for $1 combo (spoiler: it’s a Sausage McMuffin and Hash Browns). 

McValue at McDonald’s is all about getting more than you expect, so we’re celebrating the launch of the platform by offering fans MORE all month long. During the first few weeks of 2025, they’re partnering with 16 different brands to roll out more than $3 million in promotional offers. From $1 subscriptions to YouTube TV to 20 minutes of free wi-fi on American Airlines to a Tinder Gold Premium Access subscription, fans can go big with a McValue mindset for a limited time – our treat! Simply interact with McValue ads when you spot them on your favorite platforms for the potential to unlock free credits, upgrades and ad-free entertainment while supplies last.  

So, if you’re manifesting savings this year, watch out for our content on your favorite platforms and head to your local restaurant to see how much more you can get with McValue, today.

 

 

Filed Under: Dayton Dining, The Featured Articles Tagged With: McDonald's McValue Meal

Oyster Fest Returns to Lily’s

January 14, 2025 By Lisa Grigsby

Oyster Fest 2025 is back this month at Lily’s!  Now in its ninth year you can enjoy oyster specials from Wednesday, January 15th, through Sunday the 31st, during dinner service only.
“I had my first oyster ever when I worked at a Japanese fine-dining restaurant in Chicago starting in 2005. I have to admit, it was not love at first slurp. It took me until I moved to Louisiana where oysters are a way of life for me to become a convert and now I love them any and all ways, though the Oyster Shooters we do with choice of bloody mary mix and vodka or sake and ponzu sauce are a tribute to that first way I ever had an oyster are a favorite for sure,” said owner Emily Mendenhall.

Mendenhall says the Lily’s kitchen team works to create and serve a variety of oysters, some raw, some fried, an oyster po-boy and of course oyster shooters. Here’s what you’ll find on the menu:


Lily’s Dayton
329 E. 5th Street
Dayton, OH 45402

937-723-7637

Lunch
Wed- Fri 11am – 2pm

Dinner
Wed, Thurs & Sun 4:30pm – 9:00pm
Fri and Sat 4:30pm – 10:00pm

Brunch
Sat
& Sun 10am – 3pm

Reservations are highly suggested! Walk-in parties are still welcome.
Please give us a call or book your reservation through Tock or on our website.
937-723-7637

Filed Under: Dayton Dining, The Featured Articles Tagged With: Lily's Oregon Distric, oyserfest, Oyster chowder, oyster po boy, oyster shooter

Submissions Now Open for Emerging Visions Youth FilmFest

January 13, 2025 By Dayton937

Emerging Visions Youth FilmFest is the only festival of its kind in the greater Dayton Region.

At Emerging Visions Youth FilmFest (Previously “The FilmDayton High School Film Festival”), our mission is to empower and celebrate the creative voices of young filmmakers in grades 6 through 12, providing them with a dynamic platform to showcase their unique perspectives and innovative storytelling. As a vibrant extension of FilmDayton, a distinguished regional film commission in Ohio, that advances the art, craft and business of film in the greater Dayton region, we are dedicated to fostering a supportive community that nurtures artistic growth, cultivates cinematic skills, and encourages the exploration of diverse narratives.

What makes this festival unique is the educational opportunity provided to students and teachers through our open judging event. Student are invited to screen their films in front of a panel of professional filmmakers and receive real-time feedback from the panel and their peers. Based on panel’s decision, the winning films will be screened at our Festival, the host theater for the final screening is TBD, and will be based on demand required and capacity needed to facilitate a pleasant viewing experience for filmmakers and guests.

Formerly the SunDog Film Festival which originated in 2003, previously participating schools include Centerville, Greenville, Kettering Fairmont, Hilliard Davidson, Kings, Miami Valley Career Technology Center, Stivers School for the Arts, The Miami Valley School, Upper Arlington, Wilmington, Yellow Springs, Ferguson MS, McKinney MS, and Franklin Jr. High.

Submit now via Film Freeway.
  • February 28, 2025 Earlybird Deadline
  • March 21, 2025 Regular Deadline
  • April 9, 2025 Notification Date
  • April 27, 2025 Event Date
Awards & Prizes

The top three films from each category will be screened at the Festival

The top 3 films in each category will be recognized as award winners, with the top winner in each category awarded a small prize package (TBD).

Additional Awards – Awarded a certificate:
– Best in Show – Highest scoring submission across all categories
– Judges Choice – A submission that is chosen by the judges to be recognized
– Best Storytelling – A submission selected by the judges that shows exemplary storytelling
– Best Cinematography – A submission selected by the judges for exemplary cinematography
– Best Wardrobe (Includes hair and makeup) – A submission selected by the judges for exemplary wardrobe and costuming
– Best Editing/VFX – A submission selected by the judges for exemplary editing or visual effects
– Best On-screen Talent – One person chosen from the submissions that showed exemplary acting, hosting or voice-over

Submissions MUST have been produced in the last 18 months (23/24 – 24/25 school years), be a student enrolled in a 6-12th grade educational institution in southwest region of Ohio. Submissions created as part of class assignments are accepted, as well as submissions produced independently outside of class assignments.

Your submission’s total runtime (TRT) must NOT exceed the five minute time limit. Credits are included in your TRT and credit runtime must NOT exceed 30 seconds.

All music and other copyrighted material (images, videos, etc.) used in the films must be properly licensed.

Filed Under: On Screen Dayton, The Featured Articles Tagged With: Dayton, Emerging Visions Youth FilmFest, FilmDayton, Student Film Festival

It’s BOGO time at Buffalo Wild Wings

January 13, 2025 By Dayton937

According to a press release we received on behalf of Buffalo Wild Wings, we know that for a limited time, the restaurant will be offering four days of BOGO deals every week. Mondays through Thursdays, the chain will be offering different deals to satisfy our cravings and our taste buds.

So what exactly are the BOGO deals that we can expect at Buffalo Wild Wings?

B-Dubs  offers Buy One, Get One 50% off traditional wings on Tuesdays and Buy One, Get One Free boneless wings on Thursdays. The deals are available for dine-in, takeout or delivery to give guests four- straight days of deals

 

New BOGO Burgers at Buffalo Wild Wings added to weekly deals

“On Mondays and Wednesdays, Buffalo Wild Wings burgers are now Buy One, Get One Free for
a limited-time only – that’s two burgers for the price of one, twice a week!

 

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New BOGO Burgers at Buffalo Wild Wings added to weekly deals

Depending on what day you go to Buffalo Wild Wings, you will be able to save some money on some menu favorites.

 

 

 

Filed Under: Dayton Dining, The Featured Articles

Bill Franz’s Buy Local Spotlight: Noah Faler

January 13, 2025 By Bill Franz

Today’s Buy Local Monday conversation is with Noah Faler at Yellow Springs Pottery

Yellow Springs is a great place to buy local. It’s filled with locally owned restaurants, locally owned shops and art by local artists. Whenever I’m in Yellow Springs I like to stop by Yellow Springs Pottery, a cooperative retail store run by nine excellent ceramic artists. Recently I talked with the most recent artist to join this co-op, Noah Faler.
“I was a visiting artist here last summer” he told me. “Then they invited me to join the group. Yellow Springs Pottery has been around for 51 years, and has always had wonderful pottery for sale. I remember walking through the store when I was a high school student, marveling at the work. Now I’m selling my own work here; its my dream.”
“This shop is a great place for people who would like to start collecting work by local artists, because the nine ceramic artists here have such different styles. There’s something here to appeal to everyone. And there’s a wide range of price points.”
“My own work is always evolving. I like to push forms and patterns. Sometimes I try a new pattern or a new shape and explore it, one piece then inspires another concept.”
I asked about three pieces that had a geometric design that included orange – not a typical pottery color. Noah picked one of them up and showed me how the pattern was interesting, but very different, when viewed from the side or from the top or from the bottom. I asked Noah how he learned to be a potter.
“I started making pottery on the wheel when I was a student at Xenia High School. I loved it and took all the ceramics courses they had. Then I took a break from pottery for a while but found that I really missed it. I found myself back on the wheel and I’ve had my hands in clay ever since.”
“Three years ago I quit my job and committed myself to pottery full time. I make my work in my home studio in Spring Valley, about 20 minutes drive from here. I also teach pottery fundamentals at the Fitton Center for Creative Arts in Hamilton. I love inspiring others to take the wheel.”

Yellow Springs Pottery
Kings Yard
222 Xenia Avenue
Yellow Springs, OH 45387

Hours
​Sun – Fri 12:00 – 5:30
Saturday 11:00 – 5:30

Filed Under: Community, The Featured Articles Tagged With: coop, Noah Faler, Yellow Springs Pottery

Dayton’s Fastest Growing Podcast ‘DDQ’ Gets Pick-Up for Year 2!

January 12, 2025 By Dayton937

Dayton is known for its love of the arts and its dedication to theater. Thanks to the podcast ‘Dayton Drama Queens’ we get to go behind the scenes and meet those folks that make these iconic entertainment venues tick. In it’s first year the podcast featured: Jonathan McNeal-the Neon Movies; Brent Johnson-The RubiGirls; Darren Brown-traveling ‘Rocky Horror Picture Show‘; Philip Drennen-Off Broadway, ‘Big Gay Jamobree’; Shaun Yu-Classical Dayton; Kathleen Clawson-Dayton Opera; Mike Griest-DAI; Dan Zehringer-WSU Arts and Music; David Moyer and Mackensie King-TheatreLab Dayton; and Kappy Kilburn and Emily Wells-Human Race Theater Company. Check out this sizzle reel from Season 1.

The podcast, which is available on Spotify, iHeart, Apple and Amazon, has gained in popularity over the last few months and is now coming out with new episodes weekly.  The podcast also has a video component when viewed on YouTube. ‘DDQ’ is hosted by Joshua Stucky and Philip Drennen and is filmed at the Mitosis Studio on Jefferson in downtown Dayton.

With another season, which begins filming in January 2025, the hosts are looking to extend their reach in the Dayton area, bringing to light more amazing arts in the Miami Valley. ‘You’ll be amazed what we are finding in the area. Kids’ theater, choruses, banjo groups….you name it! Dayton has it. We want to highlight it!’ Highlights from Season One :

The podcast had a rocky start. Just as they got the ok to begin production, Drennen was off to NYC to kick-off his show ‘BGJ.’ Stucky was left to host the first few episodes alone, but Drennen helped complete the season. If all goes well, the ‘DDQ’ group hope to start doing some live remotes throughout the year at local events.

If you know of a group or individual that would like to be part on the podcast’s success, you can always contact the hosts at [email protected].

 

Filed Under: Arts & Entertainment, Community, On Stage Dayton, The Featured Articles

$5 Bowls from KFC are Back

January 11, 2025 By Lisa Grigsby

To kick off 2025, KFC has decided to bring back the bowls. So if you want tasty chicken, delicious sides and meals that combine both of these things, then these  chicken loaded bowls are gonna be your jam.

First off, we have to start with the newest addition to the bowl lineup. In this case, it is their new Nashville Hot Loaded Fries Bowl. If that sounds delicious, that’s because it is. This bowl features, crispy fries, pickles, their iconic coleslaw, the Original Recipe chicken nuggets, and of course a Nashville hot sauce on top. If you like a kick with your chicken, this is the bowl to try.

Of course, that’s not the only bowl they have on the menu to keep you warm this winter. There’s also a Nashville Hot Mac & Cheese Bowl, a Nashville Hot Famous Bowl, a classic Mac & Cheese Bowl and finally their iconic Famous Bowl.

Nashville Hot Loaded Fries Bowl
Bowls are Back: KFC Launches New Nashville Hot Loaded Fries Bowl + Five Bowls for Just $5

While the Nashville Hot Loaded Fries Bowl features fries (obviously), the other bowls are either mac & cheese or mashed potatoes as the base carb. Fans have picked the Mac & Cheese Bowl as the ultimate favorite. But if you want a kick of heat, then giving that Nashville Hot mac & cheese bowl a try is a must.

Even more exciting than the fact that we have these five bowls to fall in love with is the fact that they are just $5 each. Yes they will only be around for a limited time, but KFC is  excited for these bowls to be part of thei winter menu.

Filed Under: Dayton Dining, The Featured Articles Tagged With: $5 bowls, kfc bowl, Nashville Hot Mac & Cheese Bowl

Popeyes New Louisiana Garlic Wings

January 11, 2025 By Dayton937

Rolling out just in time for playoff season, Popeyes bold new flavor is tossed in a buttery, garlic sauce with its Cajun flavors of New Orleans.

The 6-piece chicken wing flavor is marinated and tossed in a garlic-infused buttery sauce inspired by the Cajun flavors of Louisiana, bringing this bold new flavor from the tailgate to the couch nationwide.

“Sticking to our New Orleans roots? Now that just makes sense!” Amy Alarcon, VP of Culinary Innovation. “Especially in a year where such a big event is happening in our back yard, we needed to make sure our distinct Cajun flavor was tied to one of our signature wings, so that whether you attend the big game in Louisiana or watch from your house, you can get a real taste of New Orleans.”

Louisiana Garlic joins an already stacked lineup of Wing Flavors, both bone in and boneless, including Ghost Pepper, Sweet ‘N Spicy, Honey BBQ, Roasted Garlic Parmesan, Signature Hot, and Honey Lemon Pepper. The Louisiana Garlic flavor can be ordered for Popeyes’ classic boneless wings or spicy bone-in wings. Like all other flavors, it can also be ordered as an à la carte side dipping sauce.

 

Filed Under: Dayton Dining, The Featured Articles Tagged With: chicken wings, Popeyes

How to Help the People of Los Angeles Dealing With Fire Disasters

January 9, 2025 By Dayton937

According to the state-run site Cal Fire, there are five active wildfires, including the now-contained Sunset Fire which burned dangerously close to the heavily populated and iconic areas of West Hollywood and Beverly Hills.

According to reports, tens of thousands of acres of land have been scorched to the ground, with more than 2,000 homes, businesses, and houses of worship destroyed down to their foundations.

The fires — rare for this time of year — raged out of control mostly due to gusting hurricane-force winds which blew embers for miles, igniting new fires which quickly leaped from building to building. Though the winds have died down, Los Angeles is under a red flag warning with the probability of high winds returning tonight and tomorrow.

Although we’ve seen reports of celebrities like Paris Hilton and Tom Hanks losing their homes, with a population of nearly 10 million people, Los Angeles County is home to millions of regular people who will have no jobs or even homes to go to.

Making an appearance on the Tonight Show last evening, Jamie Lee Curtis (who personally donated $1 to relief efforts), fought back tears as she said her entire neighborhood was destroyed by fire. She pleaded with the public to donate to the American Red Cross and to assemble an emergency evacuation kit filled with papers and medications should you need to escape your home at a moment’s notice for any reason.

 

If you want to donate to the American Red Cross or other relief efforts, here’s a list of places to start. This is not a complete list, so if you have a favorite organization, please share it in the comments below or send us a note and we’ll update this list.

American Red Cross provides shelter for families, serves meals, supports emergency responders, provides medical care, and delivers emergency relief supplies.

World Central Kitchen provides food to evacuated families and first responders.

Los Angeles Noah’s Legacy Fund provides care for animals affected by the wildfires.

Baby2Baby provides diapers, food, formula, and hygiene items to families

California Community Foundation provides funding to nonprofits aiding fire recovery and rebuilding.

California Fire Foundation provides immediate financial assistance to wildfire victims.

Direct Relief delivers medical supplies and financial aid to health facilities across Los Angeles County.

Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation provides critical equipment, technology, and emergency resources to support LAFD crews.

Los Angeles Regional Food Bank provides emergency food assistance to people affected by the wildfires.

Pasadena Humane is rescuing, sheltering, and reuniting pets with their owners.

United Way of Ventura County provides immediate financial relief to communities affected by the Palisades Fire.

Canine Rescue Club provides shelter for displaced pets.

Los Angeles Pet Food Pantry provides food for pets through its pet food pantry.

Gobble Gobble Give provides food and shelter for Los Angeles’ homeless.

Habitat for Humanity provides assistance in rebuilding homes.

For updates on the situation in Los Angeles County, visit LAFD.org.

Filed Under: Community, The Featured Articles

Roost Closes After 13 Years in the Oregon District

January 8, 2025 By Lisa Grigsby

Roost, an Oregon District staple since November of 2011 operated by owner/Chef Dana Downs, showcased a menu of Italian dishes with a modern approach. This past August they rebranded as Culina, offering a small plates with a “fine casual” service model.

After just 3 months Downs announced November 14th  “While the change to the Culina concept from Roost has been well received, our loyal customers have spoken -So much so, that the decision has been made to return to the Roost Italian offering classic Roost entrees and sneaking in some of Culina’s most popular small plates.”

Fast forward to January 2025, the restaurant closed for a week long winter break.  Then suddenly the social media presence for Roost/Culina disappeared, reservations were turned off on the website and posts on the Instagram accounts were taken down and then the entire site was taken down.  We reached out to Chef Downs, but have heard nothing back.

Just a bit ago we were able to confirm the following communication was sent to Roost staff from owners Dana & Katherine Downs:

“Thank you all for your hard work and dedication during the holiday season. We deeply value the effort each of you has contributed to Roost, and it has been a privilege working alongside such a talented an committed team.  

After careful consideration, we have made the difficult decision to terminate al employment relationships at Roost, effective immediately….We are currently engaged in discussion with potential buyers for the restaurant, and they have expressed interest in retaining the current staff.”

The email continued with info about final paychecks and W2’s and wished them the very best in their future endeavors.

After so many years of great food and service, we hate when a restaurant goes out like this and we hope the entire staff lands on their feet quickly.

 

Filed Under: Dayton Dining, The Featured Articles Tagged With: Chef Dana Downs, Culina, Roost

Sharp to Host American Dream TV

January 8, 2025 By Dayton937

One of our own has been selected as the host of the Emmy nominated American Dream TV. Brian Sharp a realtor and Director of Business Development for Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Professional realty will host the real estate, culture and lifestyle program. Filming will begin this week.
The executive producer said specifically, they are looking for Sharp to interview and share the stories of the biggest voices in our city. The mover and shakers, innovators, philanthropists, etc. Those who are making a positive impact, as the show is meant to combat negative media with real and positive stories. This is a real show, not a fake reality show, and focused on positivity and the stories of our neighborhoods.  ADTV has featured some of the biggest names in real estate!
The show will be airing on cable, Amazon Fire, Apple TV, and Roku…and a lot will happen on social media.

Sharp is excited to highlight many of the positives of our community and show all of the reasons to make this home.  If you are considering listing your home and think it would make a great home to showcase on the program, please reach out to Sharp.
There is so much good in our community. Sharp is looking forward to letting others know just what the Miami Valley has to offer from arts and culture to dining to museums, and even metro parks and real estate.  Be on the lookout for episodes coming soon.

Filed Under: Community, The Featured Articles Tagged With: American Dream TV., Brian Sharp

New Menu Just Released at Centerville Eatery

January 8, 2025 By Lisa Grigsby

Chef Adrian Madrigal Mendiola, the executive Chef at Meridien Uptown, has over 25 years in the culinary arts, training in Europe, South America, and is a graduate of  Le Cordon Bleu France.  He’s perfected the techniques of classical and multicultural cuisine. He  has just released a new menu for the Centerville eatery.


Meridien Uptown
28 W. Franklin St,
Centerville, OH 45459

(937) 723-6687

For those who love a reservation and want a guaranteed seat, we take reservations for about 60% of our regular tables.

If you can’t get a reservation, we absolutely take walk-ins. With 30 seats at our community bar and 20 seats at our regular bar, we can generally accommodate most people each night.

Wed & Thurs  4pm – 10pm

Fri: 4pm – Midnight

Sat: 11am – Midnight

Sun: 11am – 8pm

Note: Kitchen closes at 9pm on Wednesday and Thursday & 10pm on Friday and Saturday night.

Filed Under: Dayton Dining, The Featured Articles Tagged With: Chef Adrian Madrigal Mendiola, Meridien Uptown

Girl Scout Cookie Season Has Begun

January 7, 2025 By Lisa Grigsby

Each girl scout cookie season I share this story:


I admit I was a girl scout. And for those of you who know me, it will come as no surprise that I was determined to sell more cookies than any of the other girls. I went up and down my street, knocking on doors for orders. I called all my relatives and perfected my telemarketing skills. I asked my dad to get his co-workers to buy from me. And he said NO! But he did offer to take me to work so I could ask for the order. I worked hard and sold hundreds of boxes and was sure I’d win the Cookie title.

Well as it turns out, I didn’t. Some little girl named Susie did. She lived down the street from me and I never saw her ask any of our neighbors to buy cookies. I asked her how she did it and she said it was easy-her mom and dad got all the orders for her. I was mad and didn’t think it was fair and complained to my dad about it. He told me life wasn’t fair, never would be, but that I’d really won, and I’d appreciate it some day when I realized that I had gotten much more out of it than Susie had. Not what a 9 year old girl wants to hear. So I’m sure I sulked around for a while, until something else captured my attention.

But now many years later, I get it. My dad was right- I had won! I’d learned how to set a goal, prospect customers, perfect my sales pitch, work on my organizational skills, plan the logistics of delivery, handle money, make change and enjoy quite a few cookies, too!

And that’s why I implore you to only buy cookies from Girl Scouts. I know there are many well intentioned parents that want to help their daughters, and help support the troops so they can put on all the programs they have scheduled; but please help them by letting them sell! And I still pledge to buy cookies from any girl scout who asks.

When you buy Girl Scout Cookies from the girls  you help young entrepreneurs develop five essential life skills.

Skill #1: Goal Setting
Girl Scouts learn how to set goals and create a plan to reach them, enabling amazing experiences for themselves and their troops all year long, while helping others too.

Skill #2: Decision Making
Girl Scouts learn to make decisions on their own and as a team, whether it’s how to run and promote their cookie sale, interact with customers, or spend their earnings.

Skill #3: Money Management
Girl Scouts learn to expand their money smarts while running their own cookie business and create a budget to fund the experiences they want to share as a troop.

Skill #4: People Skills
Girl Scouts find their voice and build confidence through customer interactions, developing valuable skills that will help them succeed in school, in business, and in life.

Skill #5: Business Ethics
Girl Scouts learn to act ethically—lessons that will stay with them for a lifetime of leadership and success.

And now about the cookies:

Gluten free? Try Caramel Chocolate Chips

Vegan? Try Thin Mints

Kosher? Halal? Try them all! Every flavor variety is kosher and Halal certified.

 

Did you know the Girl Scout Cookie Program is the largest girl-led entrepreneurial program in the world?

When you buy delicious Girl Scout Cookies, you’re supporting Girl Scout entrepreneurs and funding future adventures for Girl Scouts. And Proceeds stay local.

Every purchase you make guarantees that Girl Scouts capture the experience of life and leadership.


How the Cookie Crumbles

Did you know that 100% of the proceeds from the Girl Scout Cookie Program stay right here within Girl Scouts of Western Ohio?  That means after paying for the product, the remaining proceeds of every package purchased go directly to troops and our local council. These funds help fuel adventures and program opportunities as well as keep our camps safe and fun! Plus, troops earn proceeds for their own goals and plans.

How to order Girl Scout cookies this year:

The way the young ladies sell cookies has changed.  Rarely do they go door to door anymore. But technology has helped them make videos asking for the sale, or send emails or texts with a link to an online order form.

Ordering Girl Scout cookies always seems like a mad scramble (don’t put it off like I always do and miss out), so if you want to snag a few boxes, you have a few options. First off, you can always order them directly through a locally registered Girl Scout. If you don’t know any offhand, you can either check in with your local Girl Scout council, or use this handy Girl Scout Cookie Finder to locate an active booth near you.
Starting February 21, you can also pop your zip code into the Girl Scout Cookie Finder and have boxes shipped directly to your home. If you really want to stay on top of things, you can text the word “COOKIES” to 59618, and you can keep up with the cookies and other Girl Scout news that way.

Enter your information here  to be notified when cookie booths open near you! Girl Scout Cookie booths in the area starting starting February 14.

 

Filed Under: Dayton Dining, The Featured Articles

America at The Rose Aug 8th

January 7, 2025 By Dayton937

The iconic multi-platinum-selling group AMERICA will celebrate their 55thanniversary with a series of tour dates in 2025. “Encore Tour 2025” will include a stop in Huber Heights, OH for a performance at Rose Music Center on Friday, August 8. Known for their timeless magic and powerful performances, the Grammy Award-winning perennial classic-rock favorite will draw on their deep catalog of hits including signature song “A Horse With No Name,” a Number One hit on Billboard’s Hot 100 in 1972.

Tickets will go on sale to the public beginning at 10AM on Friday, January 10 at Ticketmaster.com and the Rose Music Center Box Office.

On their way to becoming a global household name, AMERICA’s journey found them exploring a wide variety of musical terrain. Their best-known tunes, which also include “I Need You,” “Ventura Highway,” “Don’t Cross The River,” “Tin Man,” “Lonely People,” and “Sister Golden Hair” were cornerstones of 1970’s Top 40 and FM rock radio. Yet beyond their impressive catalog of hits, listeners would discover there was always much more to AMERICA than surface perceptions. The combination of melodic pop rock and folk-jazz elements, slinky Latin-leaning rhythms and impressionistic lyric imagery contrasted well with other more traditional country-rock leanings and highly personal lyrics.

AMERICA’s albums–six certified gold and/or platinum, with their first greatest hits collection, History, hitting four plus million in sales–displayed a fuller range of the trio’s talents than did their singles. Their material encompassed an ambitious artistic swath; from effects-laden rockers to oddball medleys to soul-bearing ballads, AMERICA displayed a flawless blend of disparate genres and styles as wide-open as the great American plains.

Enjoying massive success early in their career, AMERICA earned their stripes as musical soldiers on the battlefield amidst the excess, craziness, and chaos of the 70’s. The trio won the Grammy for Best New Artist in 1972 and began working with George Martin and Geoff Emerick in 1974. This successful team went on to record seven albums and several Top Ten hits, including “Tin Man,” “Sister Golden Hair” and “Lonely People.”

Their growth as singers, songwriters and musicians has continued into the present day as illustrated by landmark releases such as 2000’s Highway 3-disc box set, 2002’s Holiday Harmony, an album comprised of seasonal classics and live showcases, 2007’s Here & Now, 2009’s Live In Concert: Wildwood Springs, 2011’s Back Pages, and 2015’s Lost And Found and America: Archives Vol. 1.

In 2020, the band released their ultimate 8-disc anniversary box set, Half Century (America Records), and streamed their concert special America–Live at the London Palladium for the very first time (it is commercially available as a DVD and CD). 2020 also saw the release of the book “America, the Band, An Authorized Biography” by journalist Jude Warne. She weaves original interviews with the band and many others into a dynamic cultural history of AMERICA, the band, and America, the nation. Billy Bob Thornton wrote the foreword.

As further testament to the band’s staying power and influence, AMERICA’s recordings have been licensed for a multitude of placements in films (including American Hustle, The Nice Guys, The Last Unicorn and Girl Most Likely), television shows (among them The Sopranos, Friends, Breaking Bad and Saturday Night Live) and video games (including Grand Theft Auto).

From their formative years, AMERICA has been a band capable of transcending borders with its uplifting music and positive message. Embracing a rainbow of divergent cultures, America’s audiences continue to grow, comprising a loyal legion of first, second and third generation fans, all bearing testament to the group’s enduring appeal.

 

Filed Under: Dayton Music, The Featured Articles

Dayton at Work & Play: All The Best Delicatessen

January 6, 2025 By Bill Franz

Carin Solganik

This week’s Buy Local Monday conversation is with Carin Solganik of All The Best Delicatessen.

When my wife and I moved to Dayton from Cleveland we found many things here that we loved, but we missed our regular visits to Corky and Lenny’s delicatessen. When I learned that Corky and Lenny’s was one of the inspirations for this Dayton restaurant I knew I had to try it.
Owner Lee Schear says he’s always wanted to bring an authentic New York deli to Dayton. He recruited Carin to set it up after she retired from Heinen’s Grocery store in Cleveland. “Before starting this restaurant I went to New York, Cleveland, Chicago, Houston, Las Vegas and elsewhere” she said “and I learned something at every stop about how to run a deli and how to source the best ingredients. I got lots of recipes from the delis I visited and had Lee taste them all. We ended up using all the best, which is where the restaurant’s name comes from.”
I tried their Ruben, and loved it. This will be definitely be one of my regular lunch stops. I’m looking forward to trying their cheesecake and comparing it to the cheesecake I loved at Corky and Lenny’s. Carin said she went through a lot of versions before choosing a cheesecake recipe. It’s made to their specifications by Sweet Butter Bakery in Cincinnati. They also carry baked goods from Cleveland’s Davis Bakery.
I tasted two of their soups and thought they were great. Carin told me they make their soups using stock they make themselves. They also make their own deli salads and even their own mustard. Carin says they’re doing everything they can to bring the best possible New York style deli food to Dayton.

All The Best Delicatessen

5940 Far Hills Ave
Dayton, OH, 45429
937-999-4204
Open 7 Days a week
7:00am to 8:00pm

Filed Under: Dayton Dining, The Featured Articles Tagged With: All The Best Delicatessen, Carin Solganik, Lee Schear

Have You Gotten Your King Cake Yet?

January 5, 2025 By Lisa Grigsby

A King Cake, also known as a three kings cake, which is associated with King’s Day or the 12th night of Christmas and Fat Tuesday and can officially be  eaten on January 6th in honor of the Epiphany which historically marks the arrival of the three wise men/kings in Bethlehem who delivered gifts to baby Jesus.  A blend of coffee cake and cinnamon roll, king cake is usually iced in yellow, green and purple – the colors of Mardi Gras — and is frequently packed with fruit fillings and decadent cream cheeses. Hidden within these season sweets also lie a special surprise: a plastic king cake baby to continue the fun.  Whoever finds it must either bring the next cake or throw a party, thus sparking an unending round of food and fun.

Melody over at elé Cake Company says they are  “ready to bake these delicious seasonal treats starting Monday, January 6th, in celebration of Three Kings Day. We learned our craft from a bakery in the deep south, and we can’t wait to make these special cakes again!”

Here are the flavors they offer:

  • Apple
  • Bavarian Cream
  • Berry Deluxe (Raspberry, Strawberry, Blueberry with Cream Cheese)
  • Blueberry
  • Blueberry Cream Cheese
  • Cherry
  • Cherry Cream Cheese
  • Chocolate
  • Chocolate & Bavarian Cream
  • Cinnamon Cream
  • Cream Cheese
  • German Chocolate
  • Italian Cream Cheese
  • Key Lime
  • Lemon
  • Lemon Cream Cheese
  • Mississippi Mud
  • Pecan Praline
  • Raspberry
  • Raspberry Cream Cheese
  • Raspberry Amaretto
  • Strawberry
  • Strawberry Cream Cheese
  • Strawberry Bavarian

Pricing starts at $20.99 and you can place your order on their website.

You can also order a King Cake at Beavercreek’s Cake, Hope, and Love.

 Their King Cakes are made fresh with love, featuring our signature sweet dough, a delicious cinnamon filling, and topped with festive icing and sprinkles.
They’re perfect for Mardi Gras celebrations or anytime you want a little extra indulgence!
 Order yours now. CH & L can also ship these nationwide.

Ashley’s Pastry Shop in Oakwood also does King Cakes. Made with a rich, brioche dough and a wide variety of fillings, including cinnamon, chocolate and cream cheese. The cake is baked without a center, like a traditional bundt cake, but has a glaze topped with gold, green and purple sprinkles

Dorothy Lane Market is another good place to pick up a King Cake. Therer cakes come with festive beads and a small plastic baby, to hide in the cake.  They usually stock them closer to Fat Tuesday, which this year is March 4th.

Laissez les bon temps rouler!

Filed Under: Dayton Dining, The Featured Articles Tagged With: Fat Tuesday, king cake, mardi gras

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