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On Par Entertainment Now Open

October 18, 2023 By Dayton937

On Par Entertainment is a new entertainment center located in Beavercreek across from The Greene. They will open the doors to the public on Thursday, Nov 16th. The huge can welcome 1,250 guests at one time. You’ll be able to escape reality through fun with any of their entertainment areas, ranging from duckpin bowling, a sophisticated dart lounge equipped with 5 lanes of smart dartboards with interactive games that will display on the TVs above. For those wondering, yes. You can bring your own darts.

There are 12 bowling lanes. Duckpin bowling uses 4 lb balls and the pins are on strings. The lanes are only 22 feet instead of the normal 60 feet that a traditional lanes offers. With Duckpin bowling you don’t have to rent bowling shoes which is convenient and saves you money!

There are two VIP sections that you’ll be available to reserve in advance on their website. The VIP sections will be perfect for birthday, bachelor/Bachelorette, and corporate parties. Each section will have a minimum spend to rent and will be the great way to get guaranteed seating.

Karaoke fans will be excited to know that On Par will have a public stage and five private karaoke rooms that you can rent for 1-2 hours. The private karaoke rooms Casablanca, The Prime, and Disco Inferno!

Other fun options for you to enjoy are:

16 person foosball

-Shuffleboard

-Ring toss

-Pool tables

-27 hold of mini golf

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They offer 102 self-pour taps featuring rotating beer, wine, cocktails (and mocktails), as well as, a full kitchen with elevated bar food created by Executive Kitchen Manager Erin O’Neill and his crew.

giant 24 oz. pretzels are served with hot beer cheese, pimento cheese and pub cheese spread

On Par is credit/debit card only and is strictly 21+ after 7:30pm

Proprietors are also the owners of Great Escape Game, Level Up Pinball Bar, and Wild Axe Throwing.

On Par Entertainment
4464 Indian Ripple Road,
Beavercreek, OH 45440

Mon – Thurs 11am – 1am
Fri & Sat 11am – 2am
Sun 11am – midnight

CVB Needs Extra’s for Promo Video Sunday

October 17, 2023 By Dayton937

The CVB is creating a Solar Eclipse promo video and they need your help! They need to gather a crowd of DIVERSE folks – age, ethnicity, gender, physical ability.

Imagine yourself wearing solar sunglasses (provided by them), gazing up at the sky while our video producers work their magic, capturing that “awwwwww” moment. You’ll be standing in front of the iconic NMUSAF lettering.

Dress casually, jeans are perfect, and bright-colored shirts add a vibrant touch. Just remember, no logos or team names on your attire, please. Time frame is from 2-4 pm this Sunday.

While they can’t offer payments, you’ll gain the glory of being part of a 30 and 15-second digital promo campaign video. Plus, the warm feeling of helping your friendly CVB! I

People who are interested can also submit their contact information via this Google form:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScZ1HsUoNnEAN61ZepIw5ppxN9XC2IAeZ516CoskhrgMywrMg/viewform?usp=sf_link

Wear casual clothing – jeans are more than fine, bright colored shirts makes it more vibrant, NO LOGOs/TEAM names etc. on your shirt or jacket please

Downtown Brewery Closed

October 17, 2023 By Lisa Grigsby

Downtown’s Lock 27 Brewing & Taproom has permanently shut the doors. The location opened up Tues, Sept 5th of 2017 on the first floor of the Delco Building, occupying 12,000 square feet and sat about 120. When it first opened it served lunch and dinner. Most recently it was open 3-9pm Mon – Wed and opened at noon Thurs- Sunday.

According to a facebook post from former employee Tony Thomas, “I just started @ at Lock 27 downtown. Five days later it’d closed permanently.” Employees received an email to notify them of the closing- effective that day.

He also shared that the Centerville location is staying open.

Anther former manager said things have been rough for a while, with many of their deliveries demanding cash on delivery and many vendors calling for past due payments.

We’ve reached out to Founder Steve Barnhart and his son Collin, the sales manager for more information and haven’t heard back yet. We’ll follow up with more information once we get it.

Can You Believe It?

October 15, 2023 By Dayton937

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

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

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

AmeriCAN flag
1,245 cans
Wilcon

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

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

8-Bit Mario
1,797 cans
Garber Electric

Erasing Hunger
2,428 cans
Danis

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

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

Coldwater Cafe Reveals Fall Menu

October 14, 2023 By Dayton937

Coldwater Cafe is a restaurant in a former bank building in the heart of Tipp City. The sophisticated restaurant is a lovely surprise for the small town of Tipp City with its inviting ambience, cozy fireplace, lovely upper deck and amazing food. The menu is eclectic and changes every season. Chef Katy Evans presents her fall 2023 menu:

Be sure and save room for Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Pie STUFFED Maple Cheesecake with a Biscoff Graham crust. That’s right, they’ve baked an ENTIRE pie into a cheesecake.

Coldwater Cafe
19 E Main St
Tipp City, OH 45371

(937) 667-0007

Tues- Thurs 11am – 8pm

Fri & Sat 11am – 9pm

Opening Reception Tonight For Shon Walter’s solo exhibition, “The Hole Belly.”

October 13, 2023 By Dayton937

The Contemporary Dayton presents an ambitious exhibition of new work, created to fill the entirety of the Co’s four galleries and three and a half years in the making. The Hole Belly is a fusion of nature and craftsmanship from a visionary sculptor renowned for his mastery in transforming found and sourced wood into awe-inspiring sculpture.

Based on abstract organic forms rich with psychological, cultural, and historical references, Walter’s labor-intensive sculptures are made by hand at his studio in downtown Dayton. His reductive technique and meditative approach challenge the physical and poetic boundaries of the wood. His ability to coax graceful shapes from wood connects his practice to a lineage of artists who’ve pushed the envelope of what the medium can convey. By embracing the imperfections and unique characteristics of the medium, he taps into the essence of contemporary sculptural expression.

Through meticulous sanding and intricate carving, he breathes life into his forms, revealing inherent patterns and hidden stories. At the heart of the exhibition is an ambitious series of tableaus that push visitors to kneel, jostle, and duck; forcing them to relate to the heft and power–as well as the graceful intricacy–of the forms. Each is a testament to Walters unique perspective, featuring organic forms that interlock like pieces of a cosmic jigsaw puzzle.

Walters was born in Fairborn, OH. Self-taught, he credits an apprenticeship with cabinet maker, Thomas Bennett, which allowed him limitless hours at the wood shop and days immersed in the woods around Athens, OH as the basis of his practice. He served as special project coordinator at Stivers School for the Arts, Dayton, for over 20 years; and has exhibited his work locally and nationally, including a large wall sculpture commissioned by Dayton Metro Library, New Lebanon Branch. He lives in Dayton, is also known as the lyricist and percussionist of the local band, Sleepybird, and often collaborates with his son, Zade, also an artist.

Images: Pierceverance (Welcome Desk, The Contemporary Dayton) 2021, ash, 18 x 3 x 4 feet. Image Brigham Fisher

Digital collage (detail from Shon Walters: The Hole Belly), 2023, The Contemporary Dayton. Image Josh Mayes

Opening Night: Oct 13, 2023

Members Preview with the Artist: 5-6pm / Public Reception 6-8pm.

Conversations: Shon Walters | Nov 10, 2023

Doors open at 6pm. Talk begins at 6:30pm in the Tank of the Dayton Arcade.

Sweet Treats Festival Kicks Off Today

October 13, 2023 By Lisa Grigsby

When the Sweet Treats Festival first started we brought all the vendors together under one roof. Then during Covid we restructured the festival into a touring event. Meaning you got your ticket book and then visited each vendor at their business during their normal hours, which made it more doable for the merchants. No extra staff was required and guests could see all their merchandise on display, while still getting a sweet treat.

This year the Festival on Tour starts today, Oct 13th and runs through Sun, Oct 22nd. Tickets run $25 and include 10 treats. Oh, did we mention Sweetest Day is Saturday, Oct 21st. What a perfect way to celebrate!

Participating Vendors:

Baker Benji-700 Troy Street, Dayton
Cookieologist– 322 Union Blvd, Englewood
Edible Arrangements – 2665 S. Dixie Dr, Moraine
Graeter’s Ice Cream– 2412 Far Hills Ave, Oakwood
Neighborhood Nest– 313 W. Main St, Fairborn
Nutmeg Cafe – 9166 Dayton-Lebanon Pike, Centerville
Purely Sweet Bakery – 3375 Dayton Xenia Rd, Beavercreek
Sweet P’a Handcrafted Ice Pops – 2nd Street Market
Tom & Dot’s Gelato Shop – 36 S. Main St, Miamisburg
Val’s Bakery– 1120 Brown St, Dayton

Proceed from this year’s festival benefit FLOC which serves nearly 10,0000 children in the Dayton community who are neglected, abused and in foster care.

Where to pick up your ticket booklet:

Fri, 10/13 – 4-7pm Graeter’s Ice Cream, Oakwood
Sat, 10/14 1-3pm, Tom & Dot’s
Sun, 10/15 Nutmeg Cafe 10am -noon

Bob Byers to Retire- Carmels Last Day Oct 22nd

October 13, 2023 By Lisa Grigsby

The end of an era. Bob Byers posted this on his facebook page:

“October 22 will be the last day of operation for Carmels. I will let the new owners make their own announcement of the great hospitality to come. This family partnership began discussions with me months ago. I was not yet eager to sell, but as we talked, I realized this group will continue the great tradition of everyday value and hospitality that began at this location in 1955. The building and I were born the same year, and both are a bit weathered and worn.

The new owners are going to bring about a complete rehabilitation, and from what I have seen of the drawings, it’s going to be right in step: A culmination of the past 68 years of hospitality into a new vibrant modern facility that all neighbors can visit often for everyday value.”

Byers began working in Dayton in 1984 in the product development division of the former Ponderosa Steakhouse chain. He then bought the Cold Beer and Cheeseburgers downtown on Jefferson Street and added several more locations. He sold off the last Cold Beer and Cheesburgers location in 2019. In an interview with Mark Fisher in 2020 he said, “When not working or nursing my tomato plants, I can be found in my reading chair with a glass of port and a historical novel.” Seems like he’ll have plenty of time for this now.

Chef Margot of Salar Partners with DLM To Sell Empanadas

October 12, 2023 By Guest Contributor

When Salar owner and Executive Chef Margot Blondet announced plans to open a second restaurant, Manna Uptown, in Centerville, area foodies rejoiced. Now, we’re excited to share that one of Salar’s flagship dishes, empanadas, will be featured in our Gourmet Takeaway at Dorothy Lane Market as a ready-to-reheat option.

Chef Margot, a Peruvian native, opened Salar in 2013 excited to share with the area her native cuisine along with some global fusion twists. Manna Uptown opened its doors this past spring. Both restaurants are immaculate with clean, crisp tables and interior designs that are a visual feast. At Salar, where the empanadas are made, the warming wood hues meld with cooling metal textures, a cascading water wall, and crystal chandeliers.

“In Peru, we’re all about big flavors,” Chef Margot says. The restaurant’s bestselling empanadas embody just that—Peruvian big flavors with an Asian twist. “Every empanada is made by hand. Even the dough is rolled and then smashed by hand. It takes time, but every one is done with love,” she says. To start, Margot will be sharing the popular Beef Empanada with us at DLM, featuring a lomo saltado filling of beef seasoned and cooked with onions, peppers, and lots of heat.

When enjoying at home, she recommends reheating in an oven or enjoying at room temperature and dressing with a shower of powdered sugar and squeeze of citrus.

You may be wondering why Margot would want to share access to one of the restaurant’s flagship dishes with us here at DLM? “I wanted to put them out there at DLM so people could also have them in their home easily, too,” she says. “I love to expose people to our flavors and food.”

Take a Hike! 9 Places to See Amazing Fall Foliage

October 11, 2023 By Guest Contributor

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

1. Aullwood Audubon Center and Farm

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

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

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

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

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

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

5. Kettering Parks

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

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

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

7. Dayton’s Historic Neighborhoods

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

8. Carillon Historical Park

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

9. Woodland Cemetery & Arboretum

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

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

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

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

McCoy on Movies: THE BURIAL

October 11, 2023 By Tabari McCoy

Jamie Foxx, Tommy Lee Jones show spirited life in crowd-pleasing
Amazon Studios inspired by true events

“When I move, you move – just like that!” Willie Gay (Jamie Foxx, center) and Mike Allred (Alan Ruck, to the immediate left of Foxx) prepare for war a.k.a. litigation against Ray Loewen’s massive funeral empire in a scene from THE BURIAL. Credit: Skip Bolen © Amazon Content Services. All rights reserved.

WATCH THE TRAILER HERE:

KEY CAST MEMBERS: Jamie Foxx, Tommy Lee Jones, Mamoudou Athie, Jurnee Smollett, Alan Ruck, Bill Camp, Pamela Reed, Dorian Missick and Amanda Warren

THE BACK STORY: Inspired by true events, THE BURIAL stars Jamie Foxx as Willie Gay. Who is Willie Gay? Well, he’s a self-made man, the son of sharecroppers in Florida who has created his own mini legal empire. A superstar lawyer, Willie hasn’t lost a case in 12 years, which is why he has a 50-room mansion, luxury cars and the “Wings of Justice,” his own private plane.

By comparison, Jeremiah “Jerry” O’Keefe is a fairly simple man to say the least. The owner of eight funeral homes in Southern Mississippi, he’s hoping to leave the family business (which he inherited from his father) to his extended family. Given that he’s got double digit children of his own and even more grandchildren, that legacy is one he takes very seriously. Unfortunately, some bad business deals have left Jerry needing income quickly – which is why he decides to take the advice of his longtime lawyer and friend Mike Allred (Alan Ruck) and sell three of his funeral homes. The buyer? Ray Loewen (Bill Camp), the billionaire owner of Loewen Corp, the funeral industry giant with more locations than Willie has jewelry … And Willie has a lot of jewelry.

But when the handshake deal between Loewen and Jeremiah goes south, Jerry’s young apprentice lawyer seemingly in training Hal Dockins (Mamoudou Athie) assesses the situation and comes to a realization: Given the demographics of the county where Jerry’s lawsuit has been filed, having a lawyer that is both talented and that the jury will likely identify with is going to be crucial to winning the case. That lawyer? Yup, you guessed it, Willie Gay.

Apprehensive to take the case at first, Willie eventually relents and begins preparing. But Loewen has deep pockets and hires an extremely talented legal team of his own that is also well-suited for the jury. It’s leader? Mame Downes (Jurnee Smollett). And as Willie is about to find out, Downes is nicknamed “The Python” for a reason.

So … What happens in this David vs. Goliath legal tale for the ages that delves into everything from contracts to family to shady business and even African-American history that Ron DeSantis and Sarah Huckabee Sanders will hate? You’ll have to get Amazon Prime to find out.

THE REVIEW: THE BURIAL is entertaining for many reasons. It’s not just because Foxx and Jones are accomplished actors who can convey a broad range of emotions, have a great chemistry and are able to take their characters’ contrasts and transcend them into appeal that cuts across demographics. Likewise, it’s not because the film hits all the standard courtroom drama beats without feeling like a song that has been played to death (no pun intended).

No, it’s not even because Athie may be the greatest actor alive at playing “the sky is falling and what are we going to do” black guy in ages. (The fact he is smiling in his imdb.com picture feels shocking given his on screen presence.) What makes THE BURIAL work so well is the interplay between the characters that makes their relationships interesting.

Jones and Foxx characters exhibit an onscreen bond that makes their friendship feel as genuine as it was in real life. Likewise, the competitive yet professional respectfully battle between Foxx and Smollett heightens drama to the situation without ever feeling corny or superficial. As a character driven film, both situations are crucial to the film’s enjoyability; otherwise it could play out like your average TV drama. Instead, the film has a bit of the same vibe as AIR, both exploring how their situations are far more important and deeper than the subject matter would originally have you believe. Every character learns a lesson without feeling preachy or superficial, another facet of the film director Maggie Betts deserves kudos for execution-wise.

A film that is the definition of an audience pleaser without feeling sappy or superficial (save for some outrageous courtroom moments), THE BURIAL proves that Jones’ and Foxx’ respective careers are very much alive.

If nothing else, you will never listen to Toni, Tony, Toné the same ever again.

OVERALL RATING (OUT OF FOUR POSSIBLE BUCKETS OF POPCORN):

Toasty Tuesday Is Back at Loose Ends

October 10, 2023 By Lisa Grigsby

If gourmet grilled cheese sandwiches are your thing, then you should rush over to Loose End Brewing on a Tuesday to explore their Toasty Tuesday menu. It starts with a classic grilled cheese with American cheese, whit4e cheddar and Muenster cheese on Big Sky Bread’s old fashioned white bread. Perhaps you’d prefer the Goated Pig Grilled cheese, which combines Monterey jack cheese, applewood smoked bacon, spinach, goat cheese and fig jam.

I went with the Crab Rangoon Melt, which is new this year, which had pepperjack cheese, deep fried wonton strips and their much lauded crab rangoon filling. It was rich and melty and oh so satisfying!

Here’s the complete list of grilled cheese sandwiches that are offered every Tuesday!

Loose Ends Brewing

890 South Main Street,
Centerville, OH 45458

937-723-6328

Tuesday – Thursday 4-9pm

Friday & Saturday 11am – 10:30pm

Sunday 11am – 9pm

Preservation Dayton Offers Tours of Dayton Masonic Center

October 9, 2023 By Dayton937

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

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

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

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

Blarney Stones Are Back On DubPub’s Newest Menu

October 8, 2023 By Lisa Grigsby

The Dublin Pub in the Oregon District latest menu brings back some old school favorites (like their Blarney Stones- breaded andouille sausage with potatoes and cheese) and some new recipes like their short ribs and pierogis, make their debut as well. Photographed below, the additions to the menu:

Dublin 7 Melt – A huge triple decker sandwich layered with smoked brisket, cheddar, Monterey Jack and Swiss cheeses

The Iontach – Tender shaved prime rib topped with Irish cheddar, onion straws, & Guinness gravy served on a salted caraway seed brioche roll with au jus for dipping

Short Ribs & Pierogies – Tender, slow cooked beef short ribs topped with Guinness gravy served with potato pierogies and sautéed onions

And don’t forget to grab a perfectly poured Guinness while you’re there!

The Dublin Pub

300 Wayne Ave,
Dayton, OH,

(937) 224-7822

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Sun – Wed 11am – 10pm
Thurs 11am – 11pm
Fri & Sat 11am – 1pm

Free Admission to DAI for Indigenous Peoples’ Day

October 7, 2023 By Dayton937

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

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

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

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

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

Dayton At Work and Play: The Yost Family

October 7, 2023 By Bill Franz

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

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

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

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

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