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WYSO Receives $5 Million Grant

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For the fourth time in as many years, WYSO has been awarded major funding from the Mellon Foundation to support The HBCU Radio Preservation Project. This initiative, a collaborative effort between the WYSO Archives and the Northeast Document Conservation Center (NEDCC), supports radio stations at Historically Black Colleges and Universities throughout the country in preserving their legacies and cultural heritage.

With this latest grant, Mellon’s generous support now totals more than $5.6 million and will allow the HBCU Radio Preservation Project to expand to all 29 HBCU radio stations and their campus archives or libraries.

“This is sacred work,” says Jocelyn Robinson (pictured above), the project’s founding director and the director of radio preservation and archives at WYSO. “And now we can help every HBCU station save precious primary recordings and other historical source materials that document the diversity of the Black experience. And we’re not just preventing the loss of invaluable historical records—we’re encouraging institutions in developing a culture and practice of preservation. That will ensure they never face the looming preservation crisis this project was created to prevent.”

The project’s comprehensive and sustainable approach to preserving past, present and future HBCU radio materials has three parts:

Preservation Training & Education—includes workshops for campus stations, archivists and community members, mini-grants for professional development and hiring a fellow and intern each year of the grant cycle

Preservation—consists of eld archivists collaborating with stations and campus archivists on collections assessments and follow-up eld services such as inventories, reformatting, rehousing and other preservation activities

Public History & Preservation Praxis—consists of oral historians interviewing a range of community members with ties to respective stations, including former radio sta, students, alumni and listeners as well as oral history training, digital content creation, frequent public presentations and annual symposia

As a result of the HBCU Radio Preservation Project work with HBCU radio stations and their campus communities, a collection of reformatted historical HBCU radio material will available at the American Archive of Public Broadcasting along with an oral history collection that will be housed at Jackson State University’s Margaret Walker Center.

The HBCU Radio Preservation Project will ocially kick o this next phase of work on February 1, 2024, at 3:00 p.m. Members of the HBCU and preservation communities and their supporters are invited to attend this free Zoom event by registering at: HBCU Radio Preservation Project Kick-o.

 

Coco’s Savor Your Sunday Brunches Back For February

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Savor Your Sunday Brunches are returning to Coco’s Bistro this February.  Each Sunday the Stivers School for the Arts performing arts magnet students will perform, while the kitchen at Coco’s serve up brunch from 10am – 1pm

The brunch runs $40 per person, $15 of which is donated to The seedling Foundation of Dayton Ohio to support the unique needs of the students at Stivers School for the Arts.

Reservations are highly suggested, as these brunches have historically sold out quickly.

Feb 4th – Strings

Feb 11th – Piano

Feb 18th Jazz orchestra

Feb 25th Dance & Choir

Art donated by Stivers School for the Arts Adjunct faculty and local artists will bon on view and available to win throught the purchase of raffle tickets.

Entrees available will be:Steak and Eggs, Empanadas, Smoked Salmon, Chicken and Waffle, Shrimp and Grits, Eggs Benedict,  Short Rib Hash, and Bourbon Salad.

For an additional cost you can order from the Dessert menu:

Panna Cotta, Chocolate Cake, Apple Galette, Cookie Sandwich…Little Ava or Blood Orange-Pomegranate Sorbet

Bloody Mary’s and Mimosas are available for  $11

Coco’s Bistro

250 Warren St,
Dayton, OH, 45402
937-228-2626

Pop-Up Steakhouse at Hollywood Gaming

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For 3 days only at Hollywood Gaming at Dayton Raceway Final Cut Steakhouse will take over the Skybox restaurant.

Jennifer Woffindale, director of marketing shares they had done this for a private event once and “everyone seemed to really enjoy it”  so they are bringing it back  for the whole weekend  before Valentine’s Day. Here’s what the menu will look like:

 

“We expect to fill up,” Woffindale said. “Please make reservations early and don’t forget to ask for the wine list as we are bringing some different bottles in for this special event.”  To reserve a table, call 937-235-7592.

Dayton937.com Giveaway:  Check out our Dayton Dining Page for your chance to win a dinner for two.

Final Cut Steakhouse PopUpat Hollywood Gaming

777 Hollywood Blvd
Dayton, OH 45414
Steakhouse Hours:

Fri & Sat 3-11pm
Sun 2-8pm

Arcade Awarded $13.9 Million Tax Credit

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The team behind the Dayton Arcade is thrilled to announce that the team has been awarded a $13.9 million tax credit from Ohio’s Transformational Mixed-Use Development (TMUD) Program for the Dayton Arcade District project, helping to further catalyze the on-going revitalization of downtown Dayton within the Arcade District.

rooftop view of the DaytonArcade

courtesy of Tom Gilliam Photography

The Arcade District Development represents over $200 Million of investment in what was originally 10 historic buildings, spanning two city blocks and over 810,000 SF in the City of Dayton’s central business district. The first phase of the development, South Arcade Phase 1, commenced construction in April 2019 with the first tenancy in early 2021. In seeing the overall vision of the Arcade District, and touring the completed first phase, Bruce Katz, the widely acclaimed urban expert, declared the Arcade as “the most transformative project in America”.

This TMUD award is critical to completing the next $139.8 Million portion of the Arcade District Development, which encompasses the following phases:

• South Arcade Phase 2: This $12.2 Million phase will complete the overall 265,000 GSF South Arcade development including the expansion of the Arcade Innovation Hub, 6888 Kitchen Incubator, Artist Resource Center, and space for multiple restaurants.
• North Arcade: This $23.3 Million 108,000 GSF phase to complete the 94-bed Hilton Garden Inn, pop- up retail, and neighboring Stop-N-Save Grocery.

• Centre City Building: This $91.9 million 283,000 GSF phase including 200 mixed-income apartments, and up to 53,000 square feet of commercial retail and office. In addition to preserving and enhancing a key, architecturally significant landmark in Dayton’s urban core, this project will provide additional quality commercial space and rental housing in the Downtown neighborhood, bringing residents back to this community.

• Air City Garage: This $12.4 million 156,000 GSF phase to provide 380 parking spaces and additional street-level commercial spaces within the district.

“This award is a unique funding opportunity that is geared towards large transformational projects in Ohio. Since its inception, it has only ever been awarded to projects in Columbus, Cincinnati, and Cleveland,” said Taylor Vogt, developer with Arcade District partner Model Group. “TMUD was a critical component of the

 

Valentine’s Dining 2024

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Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate than with a special dining experience? Dayton Dining wants to help you plan for a romantic evening filled with delicious food and drinks that will surely impress your loved one. Whether you’re looking for a cozy atmosphere or an elegant setting, we have the perfect ambiance to set the mood for your Valentine’s Day celebration. Book your table now and make this day one to remember!

Bullwinkles Dinner & A Movie

Come have dinner at Bullwinkles Top Hat Bistro at 5:30pm
1/3 slab of Baby Back Ribs with Pulled Chicken, Salad, Redskin Potatoes and Mac-n-Cheese
Then walk down to The Plaza Theatre and see Sleepless in Seattle with Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan
Couples $50, Individuals $25. RSVP with payment

Carrabba’s Italian Grill

4 course dinner for two- $65
Available Feb 8 -18
FIRST COURSE SELECT ONE TO SHARE
Shrimp scampi, calamari or tomato caprese with burratea
SECOND COURSE SELECT ONE PER PERSON
house salad, caesar salad, Mama Mandol’s chicken soup or soup of the day
THIRD COURSE SELECT ONE PER PERSON
SPECIALTIES (WITH CHOICE OF 1 SIDE)

Chicken Bryan, Chicken Marsala, Chicken Parmesan, Grilled Salmon, Ravioli Amore, Fettuccini Carrabba, Lasagne, 7oz Tuscan Grilled Sirloin

FOURTH COURSE SELECT ONE TO SHARE
Sogno Di Cioccolata Chocolate dream cake, Red Velevet Cake, Strawberry Cheesecake

De’Lish at W. Social Tap Hous

Hearts and Heat
Enjoy unique wing sauces that will pair perfectly while you sip and learn about Uncle Nearest Whiskey. Greeted by a delicious welcome cocktail and a grazing board by De’lish. For the grand finale, wrap up this exciting event with dessert and of course one final cocktail from The Tap!

 $40 Tickets are limited get yours before they are gone!

The Dublin Pub

Prime Rib Dinner Special for two ❤️

•Two prime rib dinners with mashed potatoes & gravy and a house salad for $60
•Add on a bottle of our house Chardonnay, Cabernet, or champagne for $10!!
*Available after 4PM on Wednesday, February 14 while supplies last
*First come, first serve- dine in only
*Wine special only available with purchase of prime rib dinner special
*Tax not included

El Meson 

If you cant find someone to watch the kids on Wednesday come out Thursday, Friday, or Saturday and celebrate Valentines!

Enjoy our chef’s specials along with your favorite menu items on our Featured Valentines Week Menu. MENU COMING SOON
Available for Dinner 4 to 9 pm Wed – Sat
Reservations at elmeson.net

FINAL CUT at Hollywood Gaming

Friday, February 9 | 3pm – 11pm
Saturday, February 10 | 3pm – 11pm
Sunday, February 11 | 2pm – 8pm

Reservations are highly encouraged due to limited space. Reserve your table today by calling 937-235-7592

FINAL CUT TAKEOVER MENU

Prime Filet | 6oz | 37
Prime NY Strip | 16oz | 47
Prime Ribeye | 18oz | 59
Wagyu Ribeye | 6oz | 44
Grouper | 45 Blackened, Sunchoke, Fingerling, Leek, Yuzu, Beurre Blanc
Chicken | 39 Half Spatchcocked, Boursin Whipped Potato, Green Bean, Sauce Robert
Pasta | 40 Lobster Cream, Stuffed Ravioli, Crab, Peppadew Salad, Garlic Crunch, Saffron Oil

Entrée for 2

Prime Filet | 12oz | 72
Tomahawk Ribeye | 32oz | 120
Twin Lobster Tails | MKT

 

Hickory River Smokehouse

Dinner for 2 $32
2 BBQ Dinner plate – come with 2 sides & cornbread
2 soft drinks/tea
2 desserts

available now through February 15th

Lily’s Dayton

Special Valentines Menu
Avail Feb 14 – 19
Entree Features:
Beef Bourguignon & Wild Musroom Ragout Galette

Valentine’s Day Cooking Class with Chef Margot at Manna

Tuesday. February 13th at 6pm, $79
You and your date will get to wine, dine, AND take home four delicious recipes to recreate for yourself.
MENU
Fried queso fresco in an aji & passion fruit jam
Watercress and heart of palm salad, avocado, toasted pecans, and jamon serrano tossed in orange vinaigrette
Sole filet with a baked crust topped with champagne sauce served with lemon spinach barley
Chirimoya mousse with a cherry compote

Meridien Uptown

4 Course dinner paired with wine-2 seatings 5pm & 7:15pm  $65

Champagne Welcome
Cheese, bean and pancetta puff pastry
Napoleon candy beet salad
Miso glazed salmon or twin fillet
Pavlopa cake

Sweet Adeline’s Bakery

Sat, Feb 10th 6pm or 8pm seating

Romantic music, candlelight and no crowds
Enjoy a 3 course menu, a glass of wine and a sweets box. $120/couple
Entree choices include eggplant ratatouille, butter braised salmon or filet mignon

The Foundry Rooftop

Starting February 13th until February 20th, The Foundry will offer a special food menu, with wine pairing, specialty cocktails, and live music on February 14th.

A La Carte menu Includes: Saint Valentine’s Food Menu ♡ Lobster Bisque ♡ Smoked Caprese Salad ♡ Sweetheart Ribeye for 2 with herb Mashed potatoes and grilled asparagus ♡ Cherry Chipotle Glazed Salmon with herb Mashed potatoes and grilled asparagus ♡ Mini Strawberry Red Velvet Cake garnished with a White Chocolate Covered Strawberry ♡ Chocolate Covered Strawberries. Reservations are available on OpenTable.
 
Take the night up a notch with Valentine’s Day igloo dining. The team will prepare a cozy and inviting atmosphere with specialty décor, and heaters and blankets to keep you warm. Enjoy a complimentary glass of sparkling wine upon arrival, alongside the Valentine’s Day Chef Specials and specialty cocktails. The Valentine’s igloo experience is $60 per person.

Valentine’s Day Igloo Dining: Make Reservations HERE

The Yellow Cab

Feb 14th 4-9pm
Cousins Maine Lobster to the food truck lot with their full menu of Maine Lobster Rolls and more alongside Yellow Cab resident truck The Pizza Bandit serving up BIG tasty steak pizzas!
No reservations needed, though you can order ahead from both vendors.
https://www.cousinsmainelobster.com/locations/cincinnati-oh
iampizzabandit.com

Valley Vineyards

Feb 14th, 5-7:30pm, $40-$50/person

House Dinner is $40 includes your choice of a NY Strip, Salmon, Shrimp, or Crab Cakes. You will also get 2 drink tickets good for any house wines, beers, or wine slushies.

Vintner Dinner is $50 and includes a Filet Mignon with 2 premium drink tickets that cover ANY wines, beers, and wine slushies. Due to limited supply, please notify us prior to your reservation if you would be ordering a filet.

includes: Salad Bar, French Green Beans, Steamed Vegetables, Wild Rice Pilaf, Potatoes, Texas Toast

Zink’s Meats and Fine Wines

Valentine’s Day Specials 5:00-8:00 pm

Dinner for Two $75 per couple

Strawberry Spinach Salad, Filet Mignon with Twice Baked Potatoes ,Four Chocolate Covered Strawberry’s

Bottle of Wine

Please Make Reservations, Dine in or Carry Out

8th Annual Bloody Mary Showdown – The Quest for Dayton’s Best Bloody Mary

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Bartenders from Dayton’s bars and restaurants will compete, bringing their own bloody mary mix and garnishes to the table. Guests will have a chance to sample the different cocktails and then vote for their favorite.

Bartenders from Dayton’s bars and restaurants will compete, bringing their own bloody mary mix and garnishes to the table. Guests will have a chance to sample the different cocktails and then vote for their favorite.

In 2020 the winning cocktail was “Papi’s Sassy Bloody Mary” by Vicki Wedworth of Papi Joe’s Tennessee Pepper Sauce Company.

Then that pesky pandemic hit and we took a couple years off.  We came back strong in 2023 with  Loose Ends Brewing Company walking away the winner!

The event takes place this year from noon – 2pm on Sun, Feb 4th at Top of the Market on Webster Street.  There are two options to purchase your judging credential:

There are two options to purchase your judging credential:

VIP Tickets: Include a buffet breakfast of eggs, bacon & sausage, and toast and an exclusive VIP hour from 11:00 AM and 12 Bloody Mary sampling tickets and judging credentials for $75.

General Admission: Includes 8 Bloody Mary sampling tickets and judging credentials for $30. Doors open for GA at noon, and the event concludes at 2:00 PM.

Purchase your tickets here.

Guests will also vote for the best garnish and best table decor. Best Bloody Mary walks with bragging rights and a $500 cash prize!

Bartenders- think your Bloody Mary has what it takes? PROVE IT!
To enter, click here. There is a $25 entrance fee and we will provide you with  Vodka, sample cups, ice and a covered table. You bring your own bloody mary mix and any special garnishes you’d like. Winning bartender walks with bragging rights and $500 cash.

Watermark Served Their Last Meal Tonight

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Celebrate outdoor culture during The Adventure Summit

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The community is invited to The Adventure Summit, a biennial celebration of outdoor culture, skill and experience. The two-day event will be Friday, Feb. 9, 5 to 9:30 pm and Saturday, Feb. 10, from 9 am to 7 pm in the Wright State University Student Union. Produced by Five Rivers MetroParks and Wright State University, The Adventure Summit features more than 40 presentations, demonstrations, an outdoor adventure expo, clinics and competitions. Admission and parking are free.

Returning this year, the Summit Soiree, presented by Great Lakes Brewing Company, kicks the event off  from 6:30 to 8 p. on Friday, Feb. 9, with light bites, live music, drinks and a meet-and-greet with featured presenters. Tickets are $15/person and available for purchase online.

Additionally, guests are invited to Party with the Pros during an afterparty after the first featured presenter, Eddie Taylor, at Wright Place Bar at Holiday Inn from 9:30 to 11 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 9. Supported by Bonbright Distributors, Party with the Pros is a chance to mingle with fellow adventurers, create new connections and share stories.

New this year, Women in the Outdoors Conversation at 8 a. m. Saturday February 10 presented by Explorer Chick Adventure Co. featuring Susan Marie Conrad, solo long-distance kayaker and author.

This year will highlight three featured presentations:

  • Eddie Taylor.

    Breaking Barriers: To the Top of Everest and Beyond by Eddie Taylor. A teacher, father and climber, Taylor is also a member of the first all-Black expedition to climb Mount Everest. From climbing the Moonlight Buttress (Zion National Park) to skiing Denali, Taylor shares his experiences outdoors to create a heritage for the Black community to fuel and inspire future generations.

  • A Journey of Illumination by Paddling into the Heart of America by Neal Moore. A canoeist writer, adventurer and storyteller, Moore recounts his 675-day journey on 22 rivers in 22 states covering 7,500 miles, becoming the first known person to complete a continuous solo paddle from Pacific to Atlantic in a canoe. He explores how rivers connect across America, as well as the ties that bind people together.

  • Dr. Brad Ryan & Grandma Joy

    Joy Drive: An Intergenerational Adventure to Every U.S. National Park by Dr. Brad Ryan with special appearance by Grandma Joy. A simple weekend camping trip with Dr. Ryan’s grandma, Joy, turned into an inspirational journey to all 63 U.S. National Parks. Learn how this intergenerational adventure went viral and how Dr. Ryan and Grandma Joy found connection, grace and healing on the open roads of America.

 

Additionally, regional and local presenters will share stories, planning and preparation tips, and regional destination ideas from their adventures both near and far. A sampling of speakers and topics are:

  • One Year… One Quest – America’s 428 National Parks by Tom Wright
  • Paddling with Gators: Okefenokee Swamp Expedition by John and Lane Abnet
  • Seeking Synchronicity: A Solo Paddle Up the Inside Passage by Susan Marie Conrad
  • Off the Beaten Path in Croatia by Heather Muhlhauser
  • Wilderness Medicine Workshop by Wright State University School of Medicine
  • Paddling the Rio Grande in Big Bend National Park by Chris Landis and Amy, Brent, Oakley, and Austen Anslinger
  • Backpacking Right Here in Ohio by Jim Rahtz
  • Circumnavigating the North Sea Cycling Route by Tracy Burge
  • Riding the Katy Trail by Jordan and Camee Hart
  • From Homelessness to Accomplishing Incredible Expeditions by Julian Brown
  • Sixteen-day Expedition rowing the Grand Canyon by Amy Dingle and Cassie Lane

In addition to speakers, The Adventure Summit offers an expo featuring more than 25 outdoor recreation vendors, local clubs, organizations and more.

The public is invited to drop off their used gear ahead of the event for consignment during the Summit’s used gear sale, run by Arrow Adventure with 5% of proceeds benefiting the Beaver Creek Wetland Association’s Spotted Turtle Trail Fund.

The full schedule of presenters can be found at www.theadventuresummit.comn/schedule.

 

Smashburger Offers $6.99 Classic Double Burgers

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Smashburger is throwing it back to 2007 by offering the brand’s original price of $6.99 for Classic Double Burgers from January 26, through February 1st.
Smashburger Offers $6.99 Classic Double Burgers From January 26 Through February 1, 2024
Smashburger Classic Double Burger

Fans can enjoy the special offer in-store or through the app or website with promo code “OGDOUBLE.”The offer also includes Classic Double Turkey Burgers and Classic Double Black Bean Burgers.

The special pricing commemorates the opening of the first Smashburger restaurant back in 2007.

Smashburger Locations around the Miami Valley

Shopes at Route 725
2315 Miamisburg Centerville Rd
Dayton, OH 45459

University of Dayton
200 Brown St.
Dayton, OH 45409

York Commons
6731 Miller Lane
Dayton , OH 45414

 

Flyboy’s Deli 11th Anniversary

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I was at the ribbon cutting for Flyboy’s Deli on Far Hills Ave inOakwood eleven years ago today.  Owner Steve Cranell shared key points that would differentiate Flyboys Deli.  First their concept-  they’d be a traditional New York style deli, where you order from the menu, as opposed to table service He was also quick to point out that the prices would be affordable and the menu much more extensive.

Fast forward 11 years later, a Beavercreek location that opened in 2018 and closed in 2019, and in June of 2021 they opened up downtown on Patterson Blvd.  In the summer of 2023, owner Steve Crandall, endured a life-altering stroke.  His left side of his body is unresponsive and he recently has been moved to a nursing home and his son- in law shared with us that he is very slowly regaining a bit of movement. His wife Eunice is  recovering from cancer and a broken leg. Due to those circumstances they made the decision to close the downtown location.

Due to the owners health concerns, son-in-law Shaun, who is running the place said they really weren’t planning any celebration.  But he certainly invites you to join them for lunch or dinner.

Flyboy’s Deli Oakwood
2515 Far Hills Ave.
Dayton,OH 45419

(937) 723-6135

Hours:
Monday-Thursday (11am – 9pm)
Friday (11am -10pm)
Saturday (11am -10pm)
Closed Sunday

Final Auction For Tanks Memorabilla, Tables & Glassware

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This is your last chance to purchase items from Tanks.  The restaurant which opened in 1987 closed for good in June of 2023. The auction will start closing at 6PM on January 29th. The removal for this auction will be on Monday, February 5th from 2-6PM at 2033 Wayne Ave. in Dayton.

Some of items up for auction include:

Shelving, baskets, flatware, scales, prep table, pot & pans, shelving, ladders and  more.  Here are a few of the listings:

Wooden Table Top w/Metal Base and Tank’s Bar and Grill Logo

Misc Glass Barware Incl Martini, Daiquiri, Margarita Glasses and More

Set of Five Rubber Bar Mats

To view the auction site, click here.

Small Business Spotlight: This Guy’s Coffee

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This Guy’s Coffee actually started as SAXBY’S COFFEE in 2006 as a franchise which was owned by Kurt & Kerri Ritter. The parent company elected to rebrand their five stores in outlying markets and concentrate on college locations. They allowed their franchisees to change their business name, purchase rights, etc.
Hence, This Guy’s Coffee was born. In 2006, they were ahead of the curve already by OPENING with a Drive-Thru (D/T)
Owners Hannah & Lauren report that their D/T Sales are 75% of their total Sales~ MAJOR WOOW factor!
It continues to resonate in the business community what D/T’s do for their customers and D/T’s have gained momentum since COVID.
Lauren & Hannah both started at entry level positions as Barista’s. Lauren purchased a percentage of the Business from the Ritters when they opened This Guy’s. Hannah started in 2019 as a senior in HS. She continued working for This Guy’s as she earned her Undergraduate degree from UC in Interdisciplinary Studies.

She was longing to be an Entrepreneur and approached Lauren about buying into the Business and Lauren said “let’s do it.” That happened in 2022. Lauren remarked “now we can keep Hannah here forever.” These two ladies also have some great things happening in their personal lives. Lauren and her husband are expecting their first child and Hannah was recently engaged!!

There is a culture in this Business and it has been like that since the beginning when the Ritter’s owned it according to Lauren. Staff is trained to take outstanding care of customers, lots of smiles, efficiency and working together as a Team AND having FUN!
It was VERY clear to me in 3 visits and after 53 years in the Food Business that they in fact were -delivering the difference-
Some of the things they do to differentiate themselves from their competition:
All pastries are baked from SCRATCH. Yes, no frozen and thaw items here. In fact, Lauren’s Mom (Carole) is one of the 2 Bakers. Sasha, Lauren’s sister in law is the second Baker.

Lauren, Carole (Lauren’s Mom) and Baker along with Hannah

 

On one of my visits, I saw a tray of cherry/ chocolate Scones sitting close to the coffee brewer and they were not in the case yet. Yep, I asked and they were warm. I had to buy one. Major Yumminess!!
So, I do not know of anyone in the coffee/ quick service market that scratch bakes until I met these 2 ladies.
They occupy 1,300 square feet with 22 seats and their landlord-Cindy Pacetti who owns Springboro Pharmacy at the other end of the Center recently added a 20 seat outdoor patio in 2021 that benefits both This Guy’s and Roma’s Pizza next door.
Both ladies are appreciative of Cindy and her efforts to maintain the property and help them grow their Business!! Hearing of this Lessee/ Lesser relationship resonated so positively that I walked down to meet Cindy and tell her what the ladies had expressed. Cindy has operated her Pharmacy for 24 years.
In conclusion, I was very impressed with this long standing Springboro Business and wish them continued Success! Lauren & Hannah, I will be back soon for a warm scone and your dark roast coffee!

Oyster Fest Kicks Off at Lily’s

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It’s the 8th edition of Lily’s Oyster Fest. These special will be served during sinner service only through Sunday, Feb 4th, except on Mon & Tues when Lily’s is closed.  All items are while supplies last.  Reservations are suggested, but not required. Here’s a look at the menu:

 

Lily’s Dayton

329 E 5th Street
Dayton, OH 45402-2909

937-723-7637

Dinner Hours:

Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday 4:30pm – 9:00pm

Friday and Saturday: 4:30pm – 10:00pm

New Lunch Option Coming to Miamisburg

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Starting on Tuesday, January 30th, Tom and Dot’s in downtown Miamisburg will roll out a new soup and sandwich menu!  Lunch will only be served from 11am-4pm. GELATO Served all the time

 

36 A S. Main Street
Miamisburg, OH 45342 

 937-388-8006

New hours start Jan 30th;
Tuesday – 11-8 Lunch Served 11-4
Wednesday – 11-8 Lunch Served 11-4
Thursday – 11-8 Lunch Served 11-4
Friday – 11-9 – Lunch Served 11-4
Saturday 11-9 Lunch Served 11-4
Sunday 1-8- NO Lunch

2024 Ohio Renaissance Festival Tickets Now On Sale!

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The moment has arrived! Season Passes and Any Day Adult tickets for the Ohio Renaissance Festival are now on sale for the August 31 – October 27 RenFest season!
They are making some changes to the ticketing system for 2024 that you should be aware of before you buy:
🎟️DATED ADULT TICKETS: (available starting Monday, Jan 22) Our main adult ticket type for 2024 will be a dated ticket valid for a specified festival day. Tickets will be capped so purchasing a ticket in advance will guarantee entry into the festival for that day. Once capacity is reached, ticket booths and online sales will close.
🎟️ANY DAY ADULT: (available starting Monday, Jan 15) This ticket type will guarantee you entry into the festival for any one (1) day, even if that day is sold out. These ticket types are also cspped in terms of how many are available for thr season.
🎟️ SEASON PASS: (available starting Monday, Jan 15) Guaranteed admission every festival day, even on sold-out days. Season Passes are capped so get yours ASAP!
🎟️ CHILD TICKETS: (available starting Monday, Jan 22) Child tickets will be available both online and at our on-site ticket booth. Children’s tickets are not capped.
👉 DATE SPECIFIC PRICING: dated ticket prices for popular dates will be slightly higher.
👉 ONLINE VS ON-SITE TICKET PURCHASES: Dated adult tickets purchased at the on-site ticket booth will be priced $3 more than the online price. Child tickets will be priced $2 more than the online price.
👉 SPECIAL EVENT TICKET ADD-ONS: Special events such as the feast and NBPS will be available as an add-on when purchasing dated tickets so you can easily add excitement to your festival day!
👉 OUR MOTTO THIS YEAR: Secure your tickets online before you leave the house to guarantee entry into the festival! Waiting until you arrive at the festival to purchase tickets will leave you open to the risk of being turned away.
We hope this info helps you as you plan.
Get ready to immerse yourself in a world of medieval wonder, thrilling jousts, and unforgettable memories. Secure your key to the kingdom today and start counting down the days to your best festival experience yet!

(title of show) Getting Raves at TheatreLab Dayton!

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The cast of (title of show.)

Theater in Dayton continues to provide high quality programming for the area…and TheatreLab‘s (title of show) is one outstanding example. Two of TL’s directors, Phillip Drennen and Mackensie King gave us a look at the show, and what’s driving the new energy that is TheatreLab Dayton!

D9: The town is a-buzz with (tos). Mackensie, what makes this show a must-see in your opinion?

MK: This show is spectacular because it truly feels like watching a group of people write a musical in real time. We rarely get the opportunity to see that side of the creation process. All of the performers are letting themselves into each of the characters and allowing truly sincere moments that will bring you to tears while also having you split your sides open with laughter. The harmonies and vocals are SO tight you will question if you are listening to recordings!

D9: Philip, this show takes place in the TheatreLab space, which I hear is going through some changes. Why do this performance there?

PD: Presenting the show in the TheatreLab space is a perfect way to make this show feel even more immersive and really let the audience into the action. The show is mostly a comedy and the score is very intricate so our performers really had to have the chops to pull it off. The acoustics in the TLD space really highlight the complicated and beautiful harmonies in the show. We are finding new ways to bring people into the TheatreLab space as well. Our recent Holiday Trivia party was a huge hit, too. It’s intimate and it brings a whole new energy! More to come with our space, for sure.

Mackensie King

D9: And Mackensie, what do you feel the TL space affords for a patron?

MK: They can  expect a very close-knit performance. We have less than 60 seats and the action happens right in their face! We have a donation bar and snacks available as well.

PD: Right. I feel like this is  a launching pad for what people can expect more of from TLD going forward. Evocative and authentic pieces of theater told in an intimate setting. By the end of the show, you will feel like you’re just one of our friends, rooting just as hard to get our show to Broadway!

D9: I know there has been much chatter around TheatreLab’s new vision for their part in the Dayton Area Theater scene. With a ‘grassroots group’ of performers and pals, a new path is being forged! Tell us about that!

PD: Yes, we have some very dedicated folks…a group of volunteers made up of performers and friends that are putting their time and resources into all things TheatreLab!  It feels very genuine and heartfelt! So thankful for their energy!

MK: With that, we want to continue to offer intimate and unique staging of unknown shows and familiar shows. We truly want to bring Theatre into Dayton by producing shows in unconventional spaces and partnerships with local companies.

D9: When can folks still catch (title of show?)

PD: [title of show] runs for one more week, Thursday, Jan 24 – Sunday Jan 28, 7:30pm on Wednesday and Thursday, 8p on Friday and Saturday, and 2p on Sunday. Tickets range from $10-25 and our Wednesday performance is pay what you can!

D9: Congratulations to you both….and to the entire cast and crew of (title of show.) Looking forward to more from TheatreLab Dayton!

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