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2024 Mother’s Day Dining Guide

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The history of Mother’s Day brunch doesn’t date back as far as the holiday itself, but its origins can be traced back to the 1930s. Brunch, a meal that combines the elements of breakfast and lunch, was a popular concept in the early 20th century, particularly in the United States and the United Kingdom. As families began to gather and celebrate their mothers on the second Sunday in May, the idea of hosting a brunch to show appreciation and love became increasingly popular.

During this time, Mother’s Day brunch emerged as a symbol of leisure and indulgence. It was an opportunity for families to treat their hardworking mothers to a decadent meal, allowing them to relax and enjoy the company of their loved ones. The idea caught on quickly, and soon, restaurants and hotels began offering special Mother’s Day brunch menus and events to cater to the growing demand.

Today, Mother’s Day brunch is a diverse and delightful experience, with menus showcasing a wide array of dishes and flavors. From classic breakfast favorites like eggs Benedict and French toast to more adventurous options like shakshuka and huevos rancheros, there is truly something for every palate.

Ultimately, Mother’s Day brunch is about more than just food – it’s a time for families to come together and create lasting memories. It’s a chance for mothers to be surrounded by the people they love and to feel the warmth of their appreciation, which is truly the essence of Mother’s Day.

 

Gospel Jazz Brunch $60

Sinclair Community College – Ponitz Center 
444 W. 3rd Street, Dayton

Please join us at our 2024 Gospel Jazz Brunch, where your body and spirit will be fed! You will be uplifted invigorated, and blessed! We’ll also be taking the time to pay a special tribute to our mothers.

3 Course Mother’s Day Lunch

Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar  $52 – $80
4432 Walnut Street, Beavercreek

Entree choices include: Pan roasted maitake mushroom cavatappi with grilled chicken, baby gem shellfish Louie, sun-dried tomato & spinach stuffed pork chop or surf & turf.

Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet

ele bistro and wine bar  $30
3680 Rigby Rd, Miamisburg

What are you doing for Mom this Mother’s Day? What she really wants is time with you (and wine! ) Take…

Ellie’s Restaurant at the Mills Park Hotel  $40
321 Xenia Avenue, Yellow Springs

2 seatings: 10am or 1pm

On the buffet: fresh croissants, fresh fruit, omelettes, frittatas, biscuits and sausage gravy, hash brown casserole, chicken & waffles, homemade cinnamon rolls, coffee and lemonade.

Mothers Day Brunch Buffet!

Mothers Day Brunch Buffet!

The Dublin Pub $25.99
300 Wayne Ave, Dayton, OH

Bring Mom in for eggs, bacon, sausage, home fries, biscuits & gravy, bagels, chicken tenders, a variety of lunch items,salad, fruit salad, charcuterie board, prime rib (while supplies last), omelet & hash brown bar, and more!!

$5 Bloody Mary’s & Mimosas!
Bloody Mary bar with all the fixings available!
$25.99 for our all you can eat buffet. $12.99 for children 5-12. Ages 5 and under, free!
We are taking reservations for parties of 6 or more while availability allows.
We do leave room for walk-in seating.
Please email [email protected] for reservations

Mother’s Day Brunch

Engineers Club  $32.95, children $14.95
110 E. Monument Ave, Dayton

  Reservations required by May 6th.  Email dschwieterman-engineersclub.org to reserve.

The Brunch menu includes omelette stations, scramble eggs, bacon & ham, breakfast potatoes, pastry station, seared salmon, chef’s featured dishes, seasonal vegetables, wild rice pilaf, assorted salads, dessert stations

Mother’s Day Brunch

The Golf Club at Yankee Trace  $24.95 $14.95 children 12 and under
10000 Yankee St, Centerville

Our Brunch Menu Features: Scrambled eggs | Bacon and sausage | Breakfast and lunch potatoes | Biscuits and Gravy | Fresh fruit display | Carved prime rib | Assorted danishes | Seasonal vegetables | Various entrees | Omelet Station including eggs, cheese, ham, mushrooms, onions, peppers, tomatoes and jalapeno peppers | Waffle Station including waffles, syrup, butter, candy pecans and fruit toppings | Fresh salads with ranch, Italian and French dressings | Rolls and Butter | Assorted desserts | And much more!

Mother’s Day Brunch

Jimmie’s Ladder 11 
1001 Brown St, Dayton

Join us for brunch this Mother’s Day as we celebrate Moms everywhere! We will be offering a Special Menu with withc. Reservation Only. Call us (937) 424-1784 to reserve a table!

Mother’s Day Buffet

Amber Rose Restaurant and Catering $39
1400 Valley St, Dayton
Featuring scrambled eggs, french toast bake, omelet casserole, biscuits & gravy, chicken & waffles, honey ham, salmon, carving station, cabbage rolls, herb roasted pork loin, mac ‘n cheese, potatoes O’brien, homestyle greenbeans, salads, bread puddings, cheesecake, pies

Mother’s Day Brunch, Blooms & Bubbly

Brick & Beam $60
5571 Far Hills Avenue, Dayton

Celebrate mom with a fabulous brunch spread from Seasoned With Love served with mimosas, juice and coffee a build your own bouquet bar and drinks!

Mother’s Day Buffet

El Meson $45 adults, $22 children 12 and under
903 E Dixie Dr, West Carrollton

Buffet includes: Mustard chicken with curry, cuban beef picadillio, Spanish lamb with sherry & peppers, seafood paella, scrambled egg casserole, polenta, garbanzos with spinach, manchego scalloped potatoes, fajita style stir fry vebetables, mixed green salads, fresh fruit salads, assorted breads & pastries, Belgian waffle station, assorted desserts

Southern Ohio Brewing 
818 Factory Road, Beavercreek

Join us for the “Best Brunch” in town 11am – 3pm.

World Piece Food Truck will be serving up great eats Mimosa and Beer Mimosa will be available as well wine and champagne. No reservations needed

Mother’s Day Buffet Brunch

Dewberry 1850 $39
1414 S Patterson Blvd, Dayton
On the buffet: seasonal fruit display, tortellini pasta salad, warm roasted brussels sprouts& baby carrot salad, omelet station, fresh baked danish, muffins, croissants, zucchini bread, buttermilk biscuits, breakfast lasagna, crispu breakfast potatoes, maple cinnamon roll casserole, scrambled eggs, belguim waffles, applewood smoke bacon, sausage links, lemon rosemary chicken, rigatoni pasta papalina, salmon and asparagus roulade, carving station, and dessert station

Mother’s Day Mimosa Mayhem

Mother Stewart’s Brewing Co 
109 W. North St. (Parking @ 102 W. Columbia St), Springfield

Join us as we celebrate Mothers the world over! We have lined up Mimosa  flights, Silent Disco with DJ Chill, and and some great food trucks: Biscuit Boss, Blended By J, AHA Waffles & Christian Brothers

3 Course Mother’s Day Brunch

Carvers Steaks and Chops 
1535 Miamisburg Centerville Road, Washington Township
Soup or salad course
Choose from 3plated entrees:
Prime Rib Eggs Benedict, Smoked Salmon Egg Benedict, Steak & Potato Frittata
Desert course
 

MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH

The Foundry $75
124 Madison St, Dayton

Join us on Sunday, May 12, 2024, from 11:00 AM to 4:30 PM, where we’ll be serving up a delectable array of dishes sure to delight her taste buds. From 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM, indulge in a feast fit for a queen with our sumptuous spread featuring everything from classic favorites like scrambled eggs, bacon, and sausage to mouthwatering delights like shrimp cocktail, fried chicken, and waffles.

But that’s not all! Our action stations will dazzle your senses with freshly carved prime rib and glazed ham, create-your-own omelets, and rotating artisan pizzas. And no brunch is complete without a refreshing Mimosa or Bloody Mary, available at our stations throughout the event.As you savor each bite, groove to the smooth sounds of Saxton Arrington and his Jazz band, adding the perfect ambiance to your Mother’s Day celebration.

Mother’s Day Buffet

Giovanni’s  $32.99
215 W Main St, Fairborn
On the buffet: garlic roasted pork loin, Giovanni’s famous pot roast, lemon herb fresh fish, rosemary roasted chicken, baked ziti, meatballs, variety of pastas, ravioli, fresh fruit, salads, Italian meats, cheeses, appetizer, cook to order pasta with chicken, seafood and ham, desserts.

Mother’s Day Tea with Bach Society

Kettering Adventist Church  $15 – $25
3939 Stonebridge Road, Dayton

A formal tea to celebrate Mother’s Day, served in an elegant and seated setting with tea sandwiches and pastries. (Before Mozart’s Mass in C Minor) To attend this special event, be sure to order Mother’s Day Tea tickets by April 28.

Artist of the Week: Shawna Hatton

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ARTIST OF THE WEEK Shawna Hatton of Chasing Light Art Studio and Gallery with her painting titled “The Poet.” I photographed Shawna at The Betty, a gallery at Front Street, where she’s had an exhibition since the beginning of March.
“I put a group of my larger works in this exhibition” she told me. “They’re from several time periods. This one was done quite a while ago. The pose is from one of my favorite paintings, “The Old Guitarist” by Picasso. The poem in the painting is something I came across that seems like it was written for all artists, not just poets – especially these lines:
The poet must look at the world,
Must enter into other men’s lives,
Must look at the earth and the sky,
Must examine the dust in the street,
I asked Shawna how she’d ended up in Dayton. “We travelled quite a bit as I was growing up. Then we moved here and I graduated from Centerville High School. Since then I’ve travelled a bit. I got an art degree at St Mary’s in Indiana and studied for a year in Rome. Then I was a graphic designer in Chicago, California, Denver, then back to California where I started teaching. I moved back here eight years ago and I love it.
The first job I got when I moved here was teaching at the Dayton Art Institute. I taught portraiture, the same class I’d taken there as a high school student. It felt like my life had come full circle.”

I also visited Shawna’s Gallery – https://www.chasinglightartstudio.com/ – at 1410 South Main Street, Studio C, Springboro, Ohio 45066.  The studio is on the second floor, so you climb a flight of stairs to get to it.

 

At the top of the stairs you enter one of two small rooms where you can buy works by more than 15 area artists. Then you enter the large room where Shawna paints and where she gives classes.

 

“When I first moved to Springboro I took yoga classes here” Shawna told me. “As the morning sun streamed through these windows I always thought it would be a great place to paint. Now I can.””

 

“Opening this business four years ago has been like a dream come true. Now I can make art and teach in my own space. I first taught art to kids when I lived in California and I was surprised how much I loved it. I’m not sure I could tell you which of those activities – making art and teaching art – I like the best. I usually teach adults one-on-one, and I have regular group classes for kids.”

“For more visits to the studios of local artists go to https://billfranz17.com/ ”

First Baptist Church of Dayton Celebrates its Bicentennial

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Sunday, May 12 will mark a special day in the ongoing 200thAnniversary Celebration for First Baptist Church of Dayton. As part of the Sunday morning worship service, the church will dedicate an Ohio Historical Marker on its front lawn at Monument Avenue and Ludlow Street. Representatives from Ohio History Connection will help unveil the new sign and speak to the importance of recognizing the long-standing history of the church in the community.

“The dedication will take place outside the church at approximately 10:45 a.m.,” stated Pastor Kent Berghuis. “The church service and the dedication are open to the public and all are welcome and encouraged to attend this jubilant event.”

The church also extends an invitation to the community when it will celebrate its 200th anniversary on Sunday, May 26, 2024. The church will welcome back former pastors, out of town members, and special guests. Church services will begin at 10:00 a.m. followed immediately with a luncheon at the church at 11:30 a.m. If you would like to attend, please RSVP by May 17 to [email protected] or call 937-222-4691.

For those that cannot attend the unveiling of the historic marker, below is the text on both sides of the marker.

First Baptist Church of Dayton organized on May 29, 1824. A council met on the porch of William Huffman’s home at Third and Jefferson and approved 9 members as a congregation. The next day Lydia Huffman was baptized in the Great Miami River, the first recorded Baptist immersion in the city. Their first church building was erected in 1827 on Main Street. In 1829 the congregation suffered a Campbellite schism. Those resolved to remain Baptist incorporated on February 25, 1837, as The First Regular Baptist Church of Dayton, Ohio. The foundations for the Monument Avenue building were begun prior to the 1913 Dayton flood and the cornerstone was laid May 31, 1914. The building was completed, furnished, and ready for worship on June 26, 1915.

First Baptist has long been a beacon of progressive ministry. Many of Dayton’s leading families — with names like Stout, Thresher, Barney, Robert, Canby, McCann, Beaver, and Deeds — were members. The church hosted Orville Wright’s 1948 funeral as his niece, Ivonette Wright Miller, was a member of the church and its choir. Notable long-serving pastors included Henry Colby (1868-1903), Charles Seasholes (1931-1965), and nationally-known Baptist leader J.C. Massee (1913-1919). First Baptist was a leading American supporter of foreign mission work while simultaneously sponsoring such fledgling Dayton congregations as Zion Baptist, considered the city’s oldest Black Baptist church. First Baptist welcomed women into leadership and in 2017 adopted a “Welcoming and Affirming” statement. Celebrating its bicentennial, First Baptist Church builds on its rich history with faith for a vibrant future.

First Baptist Church

111 West Monument Avenue
Dayton, OH 45402

Phone: (937) 222-4691

Changes at Beavercreek Pizza Dive

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Beavercreek Pizza Dive has just announced some new menu additions as well as lower prices! All 8”/12”/16” Signature Pizzas now come with a FREE topping included, and they also lowered the price of 16”/18” Build-Your-Own Pizzas by $2. That means that 16” Signature Pizzas are up to $5 lower! Gluten-less Pizzas are now their own menu item for better visibility.
You can now order any pizza with Ranch and Pesto base sauces and you can now order Ricotta, Roasted Garlic, and Roasted Red Pepper Strips as toppings on your pizza. The fan-favorite Mac and Cheese Pizza is now a permanent resident on the menu, in BOTH 12” and 16” sizes.   The Team Pizza Dive says their new favorites so far are The GOAT Salad and the Chicken Pesto Sandwich
A new salad: The GOAT! This salad packs a ton of flavor with a blend of Spring Mix and Romaine, Goat Cheese, Toasted Almonds, Dried Cranberries, and Blueberry Pomegranate Dressing
Also joining the menu: the Hail Caesar! This hearty salad includes Romaine, shaved Parmesan/Asiago/Romano cheeses, Croutons, and Caesar Dressing. You can also add Chicken.
Introducing our Build-Your-Own Ricotta Bowl, Bomber Bowl, and Mac and Cheese Bowl for  gluten free fans that prefer No-Dough Bowls.
New sandwiches are on the menu as well, like the Chicken Pesto Sandwich, with Pesto, Mayonnaise, Chicken, Red Onion, Roasted Red Pepper Strips, Tomato, and Cheese.
The cheesesteak, Italian Mobster and and meatball sandwiches remain on the menu.
They’ve also Introduced a Chicken Calzone with Chicken, Mushrooms, and Spinach.
What hasn’t changed is the Wednesday Night All-You-Can-Eat Pizza Buffet which is served from  4:30 – 8:00pm and runs $12 for adults, and $6 for kids ages 2-10. IT Includes all-you-can-eat Pizza, Pretzel Bites, Bread Bites, Cinnamon Sugar Bites, and a single-serve  beverage.
 They also offer Pizza-By-The-Slice during weekday lunch hours (11am-2pm Tuesday-Friday). They  cut  18” Specialty Pizzas into 6 HUGE slices – 1 slice for $6, or 2 for $10.
4021 Dayton Xenia Road
Dine In • Delivery • Carryout
937-431-8669

Tuesday – Sunday: 11am – 9pm

Dayton at Work and Play: Glass Blower Dustin Wagner

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Dustin Wagner of Nyminal Glass in his new studio at 1900 East 2nd Street
This is the best glass blowing studio I’ve ever seen. Dustin has 4 separate glass ovens and lots of production space. In the upper deck, where Dustin is standing in this photo, there is a glass shop and bleachers where you can sit and watch glass blowing demonstrations down below.
Dustin tells me his brother studied glass blowing in college, and taught him the basics 20 years ago. He’s been blowing glass ever since. In his younger days Dustin worked as an assistant to several experienced glass artists. He also did glass blowing exhibitions at Cedar Point, and he taught children to blow glass at several summer camps. More recently he’s been renting time at various glass studios and making product to sell on the art fair circuit. Now, 20 years after he first started glass blowing, he finally has a studio of his own.
When Dustin bought this building in 2021 it needed a lot of work. Before starting on his own studio Dustin put the rest of the building into shape so he could rent it out.
Then he built the space he’s always dreamed of, with room to create, teach, and showcase his own art.
His Grand Opening is today and tomorrow 12-8pm. You should stop in – to check out Dustin’s glass blowing lessons. or to buy some glass art, or just to support a local small business owner doing something cool.

Levitt Pavilion Season Announced

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Friends of Levitt Pavilion Dayton is thrilled to announce the 2024 Eichelberger Concert Season. Audiences from across the Miami Valley will enjoy 44 free concerts beginning on May 30 with psychedelic soul band, Monophonics.

This season boasts a diverse array of genres and artists with some new and exciting things in store! New on the 2024 Eichelberger concert season is the Henny Penny Indie Vibe series highlighting artists that embody the independent spirit of alternative and indie genres.

The Levitt Dayton has also added the Amplified Series sponsored by the City of Dayton (formerly known as the City of Dayton summer music festivals).  Now the team at the Levitt has taken over the programming and curation of these events, adding them to their summer concert season. The three Amplified concerts will be held on three Saturdays and begin at 5:30 p.m. instead of the normal 7 p.m. concert start time and feature a DJ, two openers and a headliner, amplifying blues, funk and Reggae genres of music.

Along with these additions, the Levitt Dayton will work with the community to celebrate a Juneteenth concert, a Pride Concert, and two new features added this year; concerts celebrating our veterans and our Indigenous communities.  The Indigenous concert will be held in celebration of World Indigenous Day featuring two Indigenous artists.

“We are all really excited about this season,” said Lisa Wagner, executive director. “We have many returning audience favorites and many new-to-us artists that we can’t wait to share with you! The team has also been working so hard with our community to craft this new season, I’m extremely proud of what we have accomplished together.”

All concerts in the 2024 Eichelberger Concert Season begin at 7 p.m. (with the exception of select dates) and are free and open to the public, thanks to the generosity of the community. Levitt Dayton is located in Dave Hall Plaza in downtown Dayton and features lawn seating. Audience members can bring in their own lawn chairs and food and beverage – including alcohol, although glass is prohibited. There are also food and beverage vendors on site and lawn chair rental is available for a $5 donation.

 

Levitt Dayton is a non-profit organization that fosters a sense of community by providing free outdoor concerts in the heart of downtown Dayton. The organization firmly believes that music can bridge cultural divides and bring people together, and their concerts are a testament to this belief. Levitt Dayton offers a unique and enriching experience that is accessible to all. Through their efforts, Levitt Dayton has succeeded in creating a vibrant and inclusive cultural scene in the city of Dayton.

 

Find more information about the concerts and the Levitt Pavilion at LevittDayton.org

 

2024 Eichelberger Concert Season at the Levitt Pavilion Dayton

 

  • Monophonics | Thursday, May 30 | 7 p.m.
  • McGuffey Lane (Gem Series Opener: Eleyet McConnell) | Friday, May 31 | 7 p.m.
  • Lemon Bucket Orkestra | Saturday, June 1 | 7 p.m.
  • Motherfolk (Gem Series Opener: Matt Rouch & the Noise Upstairs) | Thursday, June 6 | 7 p.m.
  • Jordy Searcy | Friday, June 7 | 7 p.m.
  • Pride Month Celebration ft. Pom Pom Squad (Gem Series Opener: Kyleen Downes) | Saturday, June 8 | 7 p.m.
  • Huntertones | Thursday, June 13 | 7 p.m.
  • Kazha (Gem Series Opener: Somersault) |Friday, June 14 | 7 p.m.
  • Juneteenth Concert w/ E.U. featuring Sugar Bear | Saturday, June 15 | 5:30 p.m.
  • Wildermiss (Gem Series Opener: Smug Brothers) | Thursday, June 20 | 7 p.m.
  • Mike Wade & The Nasty NATI Brass Band | Friday, June 21 | 7 p.m.
  • Reverend Horton Heat (Gem Series Opener: Kyle Eldridge & the Kentucky Cowhands) | Saturday, June 22 | 7 p.m.
  • Chapel Hart | Thursday, June 27 | 7 p.m.
  • The Vindys | Friday, June 28 | 7 p.m.
  • Shamarr Allen (Gem Series Opener: The OG Players) | Saturday, June 29 | 7 p.m.
  • OKAN | Friday, July 5 | 7 p.m.
  • Ron Artis II | Saturday, July 6 | 7 p.m.
  • Lauren Anderson | Thursday, July 11 | 7 p.m.
  • Nikki Hill (Gem Series Opener: The Café Unit) | Friday, July 12 | 7 p.m.
  • Alexander Star & the Golden People (Gem Series Opener: Signature Levitt Summer Camp Showcase) | Saturday, July 13 | 7 p.m.
  • Buffalo Nichols | Thursday, July 18 | 7 p.m.
  • Terrence Simien & the Zydeco Experience | Friday, July 19 | 7 p.m.
  • Blues Amplified ft. Anthony Rosano and the Conqueroos (Gem Series Openers: DJ Oscar | Eric Jerardi | Westside Players) | Saturday, July 20 | 5:30 p.m.
  • J2B2 (John Jorgenson Bluegrass Band) | Thursday, August 1 | 7 p.m.
  • Jesse “JT Jazz” Thompson | Friday, August 2 | 7 p.m.
  • Scythian | Saturday, August 3 | 7 p.m. (Art in the City)
  • Ruthie Foster | Thursday, August 8 | 7 p.m.
  • Blair Crimmins & the Hookers | Friday, August 9 | 7 p.m.
  • World Indigenous Day Celebration ft. Digging Roots (Opener: Topknot) | Saturday, August 10 | 7 p.m.
  • Alanna Royale | Thursday, August 15 | 7 p.m.
  • Toubab Krewe | Friday, August 16 | 7 p.m.
  • Funk Amplified ft. Slapbak (Gem Series Openers: DJ SKNO | Freakquency | MojoFlo) | Saturday, August 17 | 5:30 p.m.
  • Cool, Cool, Cool | Thursday, August 22 | 7 p.m.
  • Cole Chaney (Gem Series Opener: Josh Webb & the Home Sown Band) | Friday, August 23 | 7 p.m.
  • Levitt National Tour presents: The War and Treaty | Saturday, August 24 | 7 p.m.
  • Tonya Baker | Thursday, August 29 | 7 p.m.
  • Jennifer Hartswick | Friday, August 30 | 7 p.m.
  • Reggae Amplified ft. Wailing Souls (Gem Series Openers: DJ SKNO | Seefari | Jah Soul) | Saturday, August 31 | 5:30 p.m.
  • Light in the City ft. Building 429 (Gem Series Opener: Melody Baccus) | Thursday, September 5 | 7 p.m.
  • Sweet Lizzy Project (Gem Series Opener: Yuppie) | Friday, September 6 | 7 p.m.
  • Hot Toddies Jazz Band | Saturday, September 7 | 7 p.m.
  • Sierra Green & the Giants (Gem Series Opener: Joe Waters & The Back Porch Band) | Thursday, September 12 | 7 p.m.
  • Kick off to Hispanic Heritage Month ft. The Iguanas | Friday, September 13 | 7 p.m.
  • Honoring Our Veterans concert: Headliner TBD (Gem Series Opener: Guitars4Heroes) | Saturday, September 14 | 7 p.m.

10 Riverway Farmer’s Markets You Don’t Want To Miss

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I love this time of year; The trees are green, flowers in bloom, bees a-buzzin’, and the legendary Ohio farmer’s markets return to our Riverway communities. There’s just nothing like strolling around farm stalls on a crisp midwestern morning (with an iced coffee in hand, of course), staring out at rows and rows of fresh produce and locally made products.

For me, it’s important to see where my food is coming from, and even more important that it comes from local sources. I want to support my local farmers and communities as much as possible, and choosing to shop farmer’s markets for some of your grocery needs is one way to do that. The produce seems to taste fresher, and it comes with less of a greenhouse gas footprint. Now, that is something worth biting into.

5 Tips Before You Go
Here are some tips on making your farmer’s market trip successful:

  1. Plan to have cash on hand. Some vendors don’t accept credit cards.
  2. Have meals in mind. Just like regular grocery shopping, you’ll end up walking away with more food than you need (or could possibly eat before It goes bad) if you hope to only be inspired upon arrival.
  3. Talk to the farmers. Ask what is best that week, listen to them, and buy that thing. Because they are intimately connected with their crops and lands, they know best.
  4. Bring your own reusable bags. Better for the environment, easier on the farmers, and better for your commute back home.
  5. Go beyond the produce. Farmer’s markets have so much more than fresh, great-tasting veggies and fruits. It’s a place to shop gifts, flowers, locally made honey, spices, jams, meats, eggs, and so much more. Find your new favorite pantry items.

 

 

Riverway Farmer’s Markets

Below is a list of our Riverway farmer’s markets, organized from northernmost (Sidney) to southernmost (Hamilton), with website links and further details.

 

The Great Sidney Farmer’s Market
Saturdays, 8am to 12pm in the Shelby County Court Square
Hosted by Sidney Alive

Vendors from all around the area provide great food, crafts, and more!

 

Piqua Community Farmer’s Market
Thursdays, May 23 through September 26, 3-6pm
Front of Piqua Public Library
facebook for updates
2024 Vendor List

 

Troy

Fulton Farms now open! 10am to 5pm, Monday through Saturday. Some noteworthy, upcoming events at the fam:

June 28 – Red Barn Market at Fulton Farms, an upscale market showcasing Ohio’s most unique handmade items.
Aug 3 & 4 – Sweet Corn Festival at Fulton Farms


Miami County Locally Grown Virtual Farmer’s Market (Pick-Up in Troy)

Miami County Locally Grown began in 2016 thanks to a collaborative effort between the Miami County Local Food Council, The Ohio State University Extension, and the USDA.  Vendors/Producers all live within thirty miles of our downtown Troy location. Order online and pick up on Tuesdays.
Vendor List

Cherry Street Local Farmer’s Market (Troy)
Every Saturday, 9AM to Noon. June 8th to September 28th. South Cherry St./ Cherry Street Parking Lot.

o   Currently accept Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program vouchers. The market plans to accept Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP), Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT), with matching Produce Points, and Women Infants and Children (WIC) in the very near future.

o   Facebook page – find weekly vendor updates

o   Miami County Local Food Council also has a Local Food Source search tool to help you discover local farmers and producers.

 

Dayton
2nd Street Market
Local growers, bakers, culinary specialists and artisans fill this charming historical freight house. Reminiscent of European markets, it’s alive with vendors, people and activity during market hours.

Friday  11AM – 3PM
Saturday  9AM – 3PM
Sunday. 11AM – 3PM

 

Downtown Franklin Farmer’s Market
2024 dates: Saturdays, 9:00 – 1:00,
May 25 through Sept. 14.

The Downtown Franklin Farmers Market is co-sponsored by the City of Franklin and the Chamber45005. Our goal is to help the community “Buy Fresh, Eat Local.”

Franklin City Building
1 Benjamin Franklin Way

 

Monroe
Garver Family Farm Market

6716 Hamilton Lebanon Rd.
Monroe, OH 45044

This charming, family-owned farm is home to an excellent selection of fresh produce and other great finds! Four generations have proudly cared for the Garver Family Farm which takes pride in serving customers with fresh quality products at an affordable price. With the Garver Family Farm offering different things every season, there is always something new and fun to discover!

Trenton
Barn n’ Bunk Farm Market
May 11 from 10am to 4pm

Barn-n-Bunk features three large jam-packed barns, each filled with different things to see, try, and do! Enjoy a selection of seasonal produce and baked goods offerings, find carefully handcrafted furniture and decor, or even try your hand at a pottery lesson! Shop local with over 40 crafters, and be sure to make a stop at their ice cream parlor for a sweet treat!

Spring Craft Show

 

Hamilton Historic Farmer’s Market
Every Saturday May 18 to October 5
8AM to 12PM

Live music & chidlren’s activities the 3rd Saturday of every month.

The square around the Historic Butler County Courthouse: 101 High St. Parking is free during the market.

‘Klash of the Titans’ Tour Stops In Huber Heights

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This Fall, the ‘Klash of the Titans‘ makes its triumphant return to North America! Fans will enjoy an epic night of metal with thrash royalty TESTAMENT and KREATOR co-headlining the run. The 33-date trek will make its way across the US and Canadian, stopping in Huber Heights, OH for a performance at Rose Music Center at The Heights on Saturday, September 28. Joining the night are special guest Bay Area death metal pioneers and labelmates POSSESSED.

TESTAMENT states. “Get ready North America. We are looking forward to a co-headline tour with our Thrash master friends Kreator. This is gonna be a madhouse of a show with our Bay Area homies Possessed opening the show so get there early. Testament will be performing an old-school set celebrating the re-release of The Legacy & The New Order.”

KREATOR comments, ‘We’re very proud to bring a second edition of the Klash Of The Titans to North America! This time with the Bay area beasts, Testament and one of my favorite bands in the world, Possessed. From start to finish, this is metal madness and we can’t wait to deliver our biggest shows to date over there!’

With each band titans of their sub-genre, this tour will be action-packed from start to finish. Don’t miss your chance to witness this epic line-up!

Tickets will go on sale to the public beginning at 10AM on Friday May 3 at Ticketmaster.comand the Rose Music Center Box Office.

TESTAMENT, formed in 1983 in California, is renowned for their influential contributions to the thrash metal scene. With a career spanning over three decades, TESTAMENT continues to deliver powerful and compelling music that resonates with fans worldwide.

KREATOR is a German thrash metal band formed in Essen in 1982. With a career spanning several decades, the band has consistently pushed the boundaries of the genre, earning them a dedicated global fanbase.

POSSESSED heralded as the first official death metal band was formed in 1982 and established the face of the genre permanently. There was a time in which genuine power was felt erupting from the sonic landscape that is now referred to as “old school” death metal. As with most newly developed forms of art, at its genesis, it was filled with fresh and vibrant energy and was virtually unsaturated by musicians.

Hummus Mediterranean Cuisine Now Open

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There’s a new food option in Springboro- Hummus Mediterranean Cuisine opened their doors today, Sunday April 25th at 11am.There’s a new food option in Springboro- Hummus Mediterranean Cuisine opened their doors today, Sunday April 25th at 11am. Whether you crave the tangy zest of tzatziki, the delicate aroma of freshly baked pita bread, or the satisfying crunch of falafel, their menu has something to delight every palate. No newcomers to the business, the owner of Hummus formerly owned Yaffa Grill in Miamisburg and Beavercreek.

While waiting in line to place my order, down an assembly line (chipotle style) the owner treated a couple of us to their homemade vegetarian falafel to try, pipping hot and crispy.

I did the build your own bowl with rice, gyro meat and red onions and the owner brought me out a sample of the chicken shawarma and the humus with pita bread. I did the tahini, tzatziki and garlic sauce on the side, so I could try all three, and have to say the garlic sauce was my favorite.

Fountain or canned drinks are available

This eatery will be open 7 days a week and has seating for about 40 inside and another 20 or so on the patio.  The crowd was steady today with about 1/2 the guests taking their food to go.

Hummus Mediterranean Food

75 N. Main St.
Springboro, OH 45066

937-806-3007

Open 11am – 9pm daily

 

RiverScape Free festivals and Fitness Opportunities

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Five Rivers MetroParks kicks off festival season this May, along with free fitness opportunities and special events at RiverScape MetroPark, 237 E. Monument Ave. in downtown Dayton.

Special events this May include MetroParks’ Passport to MetroParks on Friday, May 24, from 6 to 9 p.m. This free, family-friendly festival is an opportunity to preview all the happenings in Five Rivers MetroParks this summer, from cultural festivals to MetroParks’ programs. Learn more at www.metroparks.org/passport.

On Friday, May 17, from 7 to 9 a.m., Five Rivers MetroParks will host its annual National Bike to Work Day Pancake Breakfast. Participants are encouraged to bike to this free, pancake-flipping breakfast featuring live music, a cycling expo and more. Learn more at www.metroparks.org/bikemonth.

 

MetroParks has 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 are presented byKettering Health with additional sponsorship from McGohan Brabender.

May’s fitness schedule is:

Participants should remember to bring their own mat to yoga, in addition to a reusable water bottle to all fitness classes. Registration is not required. Check metroparks.org/programs for the entire fitness schedule.

Other happenings in May at RiverScape MetroPark include:

 

The Fountain Snack Bar will open Memorial Day weekend on Saturday, May 25 and offer snacks and cool treats, such as ice cream and cold drinks. Hours of operation are:

  • Noon to 6 p.m. – Sundays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays
  • Noon to 8 p.m. – Tuesdays through Saturdays

 

The RiverScape Café has a soft opening on Thursday, April 25 and will offer a new menu, including appetizers, flatbreads and desserts. Because RiverScape MetroPark is part of the DORA footprint, visitors can also enjoy a variety of beer, wine and hard seltzers. Hours through May 30 are Thursdays, from 5 to 8 p.m., with additional hours starting June 4.

Because RiverScape MetroPark is included in the Downtown Dayton Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area(DORA) footprint, people walking in the downtown area are welcome to visit the park with their beverages within the DORA boundary. Learn more about DORA and participating businesses – including RiverScape MetroPark – at www.downtowndayton.org/dora.

The interactive fountains and Five Rivers Fountain of Lights will operate from Memorial Day weekend, May 27, to Labor Day, Sept. 2. The Five Rivers Fountain of Lights operates for 10-minute intervals at the top of the hour during the weekdays from 6:55 a.m. to 10:05 p.m. and during weekends from 10:55 a.m. to 10:05 p.m. Splash in the interactive fountains daily from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. These features are weather dependent and may close due to inclement weather, including high winds. For a complete list of MetroParks’ closures, please visit metroparks.org/alerts.

Save the date for kayaking rentals provided by Taiters Kayak Solutions beginning June 4. Tuesday, June 4 also kicks off new Tuesday Nights in the Park, which feature a rotating selection of entertainment such as cornhole tournaments, live music and music Bingo.

Centerville Launches Taco Trail

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Get hungry for the first-ever Centerville Taco Trail – and earn a free t-shirt!

The City of Centerville, as part of its BusinessFirst! program and in collaboration with local restaurants, is excited to announce the launch of this new program. This initiative encourages residents and visitors to support local businesses while enjoying delicious tacos.

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Get hungry for the first-ever Centerville Taco Trail – and earn a free t-shirt!

The City of Centerville, as part of its BusinessFirst! program and in collaboration with local restaurants, is excited to announce the launch of this new program. This initiative encourages residents and visitors to support local businesses while enjoying delicious tacos.

“The Centerville Taco Trail is a fantastic addition to our BusinessFirst! program, which aims to support and promote local businesses,” said Centerville Economic Development Director Erik Collins. “We are thrilled to partner with our local restaurants to create a fun and engaging program that boosts our local economy.”

Starting May 1 and continuing through May 31, taco enthusiasts can pick up a stamp card from any participating restaurant.

2024 Taco Trail Poster

Participating restaurants:

  • Agave & Rye, 11 N. Main St.
  • Archer’s Tavern, 9496 Dayton-Lebanon Pike
  • City Barbeque, 5 E. Franklin Street
  • Elsa’s, 6318 Far Hills Avenue
  • El Toro, 894 S. Main St.
  • Lock 27, 1035 S. Main St.
  • Loose Ends Brewing Company, 890 S. Main St.
  • The Famous Restaurant, 953 S. Main St.

Here’s how it works:

  1. Buy a taco
  2. Have a waiter stamp your card
  3. Repeat the process at all participating restaurants
  4. Once your card is fully stamped, bring it to the Centerville Municipal Building
  5. Get a free t-shirt!

T-shirts can be picked up Monday – Friday between 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. at the Municipal Building, 100 W. Spring Valley Pk beginning on May 6.  All t-shirts must be claimed by June 30, 2024.

“We love that we’re right here in the Uptown area. I want people to come in and absorb the energy and the genuine hospitality. I want people to be blown away by what we have to offer as a unique culinary exploration here in Centerville,” Agave & Rye general manager Andrew Williams said.

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“We want everybody to come in here and have a great experience, to leave in a better mood than when you came in. And for an American tavern, we’ve got some really great tacos,” Archer’s Tavern owner Dan Apolito said.

WYSO Presents snarls, Jess Lamb and the Factory with Siri Imani, and Dos.Grandiose

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WYSO 91.3 FM and The Brightside are teaming up to celebrate the southern hemisphere of Ohio music — Dayton, Columbus, and Cincinnati representing — with a benefit show to support WYSO on Friday, May 3, 2024.

 

Indie rock’s snarls (Columbus), soul’s Jess Lamb and the Factory with Siri Imani (Cincinnati), and hip-hop’s Dos.Grandiose are set to perform, blending an eclectic and electric night of live music.

The show coincides with the release of snarls’ second LP, With Love; a two-fer-one in an already three-fer-one show! See the music video for snarls’ single “Heavy Drinker” for the VHS-era fun video-pop vibes they’ll surely bring to Dayton. They were also deemed Five Guys’ Artist of the Month for April 2024. (Yes, the burger restaurant.)

snarls is Chlo White, Riley Hall, and Mick Martinez, who are all worthy of capital letters, even if their collective name is spelled otherwise. (Though the sources on that capitalization do vary.)

Jess Lamb can simultaneously harness a quivering, devastating voice like Tracy Chapman and command a room like Janis. (Yes, that one.) Lamb received worldwide recognition with an appearance on American Idol, though the Over-the-Rhine dream pop-soul tunes Jess Lamb and the Factory make would’ve caught our attention regardless of J-Lo’s input.

Alongside Lamb at the Brightside show is Siri Imani who can spit out the perfect amount of words within the ideal amount of syllables, stamping exclamation marks on everything she’s featured on.

Dayton’s performer/songwriter — and self-proclaimed cannabis connoisseur — Dos.Grandiose toys with trap and lo-fi beats while sprinkling in his brand of synth-based funk. To prep, check out the Bad Genes presents: Star Platinum EP with Dos.Grandiose and Zola182.

The three-act night is so mixed it’ll be like you’re listening to the radio — but in person. And what better way to do that than at The Brightside, for WYSO by WYSO?

 

**How to Go?**

Friday, May 3, 2024

The Brightside at 905 E 3rd St, Dayton

Doors 7 pm / Show 8 pm

All ages welcome!

Tickets $20 advance: https://www.venuepilot.co/events/99957/orders/new#/

There are limited VIP tickets available with reserved seating (includes 4 tickets)

Tickets available at the door: $25 day of show

Special thanks to our sponsors Yellow Springs Brewery and Emporium Wines and Underdog Cafe

Broadway & Bling Raffle To Support Oakwood’s Performing and Visual Arts Programs

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Here’s your chance to support  a star-studded fundraising event in support of the Oakwood Auditorium, as part of the Oakwood Schools Foundation’s Flourish Campaign for Oakwood’s Performing and Visual Arts. Enter the raffle for a chance to win the ultimate Broadway theater and NYC vacation experience!

Visual arts, band, choir, theater, and orchestra are all top extracurriculars at Oakwood Junior High and High School. Because of their popularity, the need for new and renewed art spaces is considerable and undeniable. The plan will directly address these needs by expanding and creating space for the arts as well as enhancing current equipment and space.

This project will enhance the arts education experience for Oakwood students, faculty, parents, and the community at-large as well as provide Oakwood students with the state-of-the-art facilities they need to remain competitive with other area school systems. FLOURISH will inspire, building future appreciation and participation in the arts for generations to come.

Immerse yourself (along with your favorite person!) in the glitz and glamor of the Big Apple with our grand prize package*, featuring:

  • Roundtrip airfare for two
  • Roundtrip, private airport transportation
  • Two tickets to a hit Broadway show of your choice
  • Luxurious accommodation in the heart of Manhattan for two nights
  • 3/8ct. tw diamond stud earrings in 14k white gold from Jaffe Jewelers, valued at $1,100

With every ticket purchase, you’re supporting the arts in our community, providing students with state-of-the-art equipment to enhance their arts education, and helping to enhance the Oakwood Auditorium for generations to enjoy.

Raffle tickets run $50 each and will be on sale until May 20th.  You can purchase online here.

The Barrel Releases New Menu

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For those of you looking for late night eats, The Barrel in Springboro serves daily from 11am-130am.
Located in the Midway Business Park Plaza just east of Highway 75, The Barrel is a neighborhood bar with lots of bourbon, draft beer and live music

They’ve just released their new menu featuring pizza, burgers, smoked wings and more.

The Barrel

857 W Central Ave
Springboro, OH 45066

937-743-5995

Hours
Every Day 11AM – 2AM
Happy Hour 3-6PM

Fleetwood Mac Tribute Band Coming To The Rose

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Rumours of Fleetwood Mac, the world’s finest tribute to Fleetwood Mac, returns in 2024 with a brand-new show celebrating the very best of Fleetwood Mac.  Hear all the legendary hits performed live at Rose Music Center at The Heights on Friday, August 2.

Channeling the spirit of Fleetwood Mac at their very best, Rumours of Fleetwood Mac offers a unique opportunity for fans, both old and new, to rediscover the songs and performances that have ensured Fleetwood Mac’s place as one of the most loved groups of all time.

Personally endorsed by Fleetwood Mac founding member, Mick Fleetwood, Rumours of Fleetwood Mac is the ultimate tribute to one of rock and roll’s most remarkable groups.

“An extraordinary emotive performance of Fleetwood Mac” MICK FLEETWOOD

“A stunning and incredibly accurate snapshot of the World’s first Super Group” SUNDAY TIMES

“They do Fleetwood Mac better than Fleetwood Mac.”  MAIL ON SUNDAY

Tickets will go on sale to the public beginning at 10AM on Friday, April 26 at Ticketmaster.com and the Rose Music Center Box Office.

 

Outback Steakhouse Steak & Lobster Deal Starting At $19.99

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By popular demand, Outback Steakhouse welcomes back its popular Steak & Lobster deal starting at $19.99.

 

As part of the deal, you can enjoy a juicy 6-oz. center-cut sirloin, paired with a buttery lobster tail, plus two sides for a limited time.

Additionally, Outback is also introducing new Koala Punch and new Sweet Sriracha Chicken Bites.

Sweet Sriracha Chicken Bites feature hand-breaded, crispy chicken bites drizzled with sweet sriracha sauce, and come served with house-made ranch dressing and sweet sriracha sauce

Meanwhile, Koala Punch consists of Bacardi Superior Rum, Malibu Pineapple Rum, lemonade, mango and watermelon flavors with a koala chillin’ on top.

Steak & Lobster can be found at participating locations nationwide through May 7, 2024.