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Rubi Girls Event Features Film

July 13, 2013 By Megan Cooper Leave a Comment

Film is a powerful medium for education, advocacy and entertainment. Jonathan McNeal, who many know as the manager of The Neon Movies downtown, is a filmmaker with a story to tell. He created a short that shared some of the stories of the Rubi Girls and their great work in HIV/AIDS awareness and entertainment. McNeal’s film is a centerpiece of a special event planned for August 3 – their Decade of Decadence Party.

The Rubi Girls documentary premiered in San Francisco in 2003 and has garnered awards and played around the world. In celebration of the tenth anniversary, The Rubi Girls invite you to their Decade of Decadence Party and Film Screening. Combining live performance, interview and archival footage, the documentary not only traces the history of the group and their madcap antics, but also attempts to redefine the term family values. The evening will include the film screening, a live Rubi Girls show and a Q&A followed by the kind of after party you’d expect to be thrown for this milestone event. The after party will include a DJ, a few additional Rubi performances, hors d’ouvres catered by Veritas Events, operator of Roost and Leo Bistro at The Dayton Art Institute, cash bars and other terrific Rubi surprises. (More info and tickets)

The Rubi Girls are Dayton’s beloved, comedic drag troupe…who now have helped to raise over 1 Million Dollars for HIV and LGBT-related causes. What started as something just for laughs on Rubicon Street in the late 1980’s has blossomed into a FUNdraising phenomenon. FilmDayton spoke to filmmaker and Rubi Girl Jonathan McNeal to learn more about the evening and his experience with how his film has sparked conversation and advocacy.

Q: How long have you been involved with the Rubi Girls and what has your experience been like?

I’ve been with The Rubi Girls since the late 1990’s. I was a fan first…a groupie even. Once they found out I was a film student, they asked me to start videotaping their shows. Eventually, as I got closer with the group, I started taking the camera backstage, too. (Backstage was just as fun as what was happening on-stage.) After a year or more, I started to really become part of the family dynamic that was happening, and they eventually asked me to start performing with them. Though I never would have asked on my own, it was what I wanted all along.

Q: How did the idea for a documentary come about?

I did research on a different documentary for about a year, and I determined it would be too expensive to pursue. A friend said, “There’s a great story happening right in your own backyard. It might be familiar to you, but it’d be a fresh story for a lot of people.” That’s when I decided to start exploring the idea and asking if The Girls would be game.

Q: Even as a group insider, did you learn anything from the process of creating the film?

I was still relatively fresh to the group when we started filming. Though I had performed for almost two years with the troupe, I had missed out on over a decade of their evolution. Asking questions and digging for answers taught me a lot about the history that I didn’t know. In addition, the process of making the documentary helped me realize why the group was personally so important to me.

Q: Where has the film been shown and what kind of reception have you gotten?

The movie premiered in June of 2003 in San Francisco. Immediately after that first screening, numerous LGBT film fests invited THE RUBI GIRLS to screen at their festivals. That was a really great way to see the country…it played in Seattle, Chicago, Reno, Atlanta, Fire Island and many other cities. Audiences loved the movie and loved the Girls, and a few awards were garnered along the way.

Q: What’s your feeling about bringing this film back to the public 10 years after its creation?

It’s great to bring the film back to the community where it all started, but interestingly, the movie has had continual play since its premiere. Several colleges and organizations have used the film over the years for various reasons – either as an educational tool or part of a festival or celebration.

Q: What’s the goal of the evening for you?

The goal of August 3 is true with the mission of The Rubi Girls. We want to create a space that is vibrant with fun and creativity…that also allows us to spread the word about what’s important to us and our causes. We always bring some component of HIV/AIDS awareness to our shows, and fundraising is a major aspect of what we do. The Rubi Girls have now helped to raise over 1 Million Dollars for HIV and LGBT-related causes…and that’s something we’re very proud of. The money raised during this event will be split between The Dayton Art Institute (to be used for sound upgrades in their auditorium) and RubiBenefits (to assist with a variety of causes that we support).

Q: And anything else you’d like to share/add?

The support of the Dayton community has been incredible. The love from the press, the admiration and generosity from the fans, and the willingness to assist from so many local businesses has been instrumental to our success. This embrace, combined with the success of the documentary, has allowed us to spread our message to numerous cities across the country, and I’m incredibly grateful for that.

Join the Rubis on August 3 to support RubiBenefits and help with sound upgrades for the DAI auditorium.

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Help A Girl Out!

July 12, 2013 By Dayton Most Metro Leave a Comment

Your invited to an Open-House Fundraiser to Help Support the New RubiGirl Clubhouse!
Please join us Friday July 12, from 5:30pm – 7:30pm at our new pad. The Clubhouse is located at 1207 Wayne Avenue right next to Ghostlight Cafe! This will be your chance to see the magic behind the curtains, check out the closets and even see the wig wall,

In exchange the Rubi Girls are asking for a ‘Whatever You Can Do To Help’ Donation at the door to help us keep our mission of ending HIV alive and well! Comprised of elementary school teachers, a clinical counselor, a filmmaker and business owners, the group began performing for one another in an attic during college. What started on Rubicon Street has turned into a group with a cult following that have raised over $1,000,000 for HIV and LGBT causes with their annual Show Must Go On and performances and even a film!

Come join the Fun!
Bring your camera as we will be in full face!
‘Help A GIRL OUT!’
and see this magnificent new Home to Dayton’s Fabulous RUBIGIRLS!

Harvest Mobile Cuisine: Fresh, Local, & Affordable

July 11, 2013 By Dayton937 Leave a Comment

Harvest Mobile Food Truck

The Big Ragu, Chef House and Hungry Jax are no different than other Daytonians. We have full time careers, love our family, and we chase Food Trucks around town. As you know, mobile food cuisine is currently ‘all the rage’ in the Miami Valley.

One of our favorites, Harvest Mobile Cuisine is a Dayton food truck owned by Patrick Sartin, a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America. After working in various kitchens across the country, Patrick bought a food truck with the goal to offer comfort foods that use local produce at an affordable price.

Harvest Mobile Cuisine is one of the most popular food trucks in Dayton and has a legion of loyal customers. Follow them on Facebook and check out their website harvestmobilecuisine.com to find out where they are gonna be rolling off to next. Its a local Food Adventure on the “go” ..

Must Eats:

Nothing better than a Local Wrap in one of the best dining rooms in Dayton… Five Rivers Metro Park

Harvest Fries– These are not your average fries! They are a mixture of white potatoes & sweet potatoes, seasoned with fresh herbs and served with Sriracha ketchup.

Humble Farmer– A salad made with Patchwork Greens, a variety of seasonal vegetables, creamy goat cheese and tossed in Harvest Vinaigrette. One of the reasons we love this salad, is that it’s constantly changing! Order it one time and your salad might be made with fresh picked strawberries and asparagus…..the next time it might contain sugar snap peas. You can count on the fact that it will always be fresh!

Local Wrap– Our favorite rendition of this wrap so far consisted of Hill Family Farms Chicken, Jackson’s local Strawberries, Asparagus, & Goat Cheese on a Whole Wheat Tortilla Wrap. This tasty offering is also served with your choice of fruit or Patchwork Greens. We highly suggest the Patchwork Greens!

Harvest Burger– We love Harvest Mobile’s take on America’s favorite sandwich! It consists of a Turkey Burger, Roasted Garlic aioli, White Cheddar and Patchwork Greens on a warm bun.

Please browse through our photo album below for some killer pics. Harvest Mobile Cuisine, one of the best Food Adventures on four wheels !

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20 FEET FROM STARDOM Opens at THE NEON

July 10, 2013 By Jonathan McNeal Leave a Comment

Hello Everyone,

We’re gonna keep on movin’ at THE NEON. If you still need to see LOVE IS ALL YOU NEED, tomorrow will be your last chance (7/11). On Friday, we will open the documentary that audiences are adoring – 20 FEET FROM STARDOM. In addition, we will hold MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING and KON-TIKI for another week. For this week’s remaining showtimes, visit our website at www.neonmovies.com.

Synopsis for 20 FEET FROM STARDOM: “Millions know their voices, but no one knows their names. In his compelling new film 20 FEET FROM STARDOM, award-winning director Morgan Neville shines a spotlight on the untold true story of the backup singers behind some of the greatest musical legends of the 21st century. Triumphant and heartbreaking in equal measure, the film is both a tribute to the unsung voices who brought shape and style to popular music and a reflection on the conflicts, sacrifices and rewards of a career spent harmonizing with others. These gifted artists span a range of styles, genres and eras of popular music, but each has a uniquely fascinating and personal story to share of life spent in the shadows of superstardom. Along with rare archival footage and a peerless soundtrack, 20 FEET FROM STARDOM boasts intimate interviews with Bruce Springsteen, Stevie Wonder, Mick Jagger and Sting to name just a few. However, these world-famous figures take a backseat to the diverse array of backup singers whose lives and stories take center stage in the film.” (Taken from TWC-Radius) Currently at “98% FRESH” on rottentomatoes.com Click this LINK to visit the film’s official site.

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“AMU is the story of Kaju, a twenty-one-year-old Indian American woman who returns to India to visit her family and discover the place where she was born. The film takes a dark turn as Kaju stumbles against secrets and lies from her past. A horrifying genocide that took place twenty years ago turns out to hold the key to her mysterious origins.” The India Foundation will present this special screening of AMU this Saturday, July 13 at Noon. Tickets will be $5 each.

“Roger Brown — the greatest basketball player Dayton has ever known — will be inducted into the Naismith Hall of Fame on Sept. 8. Without the love and sacrifice of 84-year-old Daytonian Arlena Smith, it wouldn’t be happening. Join us at THE NEON on Aug. 15 at 7:30 for a benefit screening of the acclaimed documentary UNDEFEATED: THE ROGER BROWN STORY, with all proceeds going toward Arlena Smith’s trip to Springfield, Mass., for Brown’s Hall of Fame induction. Arlena and her late husband Azariah could not have children of their own, so they regularly welcomed troubled teenagers into their modest West Side home. One of those was Roger Brown. Among the greatest young basketball players in New York City history, Brown in 1961 had been unfairly implicated in a gambling scandal just as he was finishing his freshman year at the University of Dayton. Though never charged with a crime, he was kicked out of school and banned for life by the NBA. The Smiths came to the rescue. They opened up their home, found Brown a job, gave him the strength to move on. And finally, Brown bloomed anew. In 1967, he became the first player of the ABA’s Indiana Pacers. He led them to three championships, and became an Indianapolis City Councilman. All along, until his death at age 54 of cancer, Brown credited the Smiths — his ‘second parents’ — for making it possible.” (taken from press notes) Mark your calendars now! Tickets, just $10 each, will be available soon.

Hope to see you this weekend!

All the best,
Jonathan

SHOWTIMES for Fri. July 12 – Thur. July 18:

MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING (PG-13) 1 Hr 49 Min
Friday, Saturday, Sunday: 2:40, 7:30, 9:45
Monday – Thursday: 3:00, 7:30

KON-TIKI (PG-13) 1 Hr 36 Min
Friday: 12:30, 5:15
Saturday: 5:15
Sunday: 12:30, 5:15
Monday – Thursday: 5:15

20 FEET FROM STARDOM (PG-13) 1 Hr 31 Min
Friday, Saturday, Sunday: 12:50, 3:00, 5:10, 7:20, 9:30
Monday – Thursday: 3:15, 5:30, 7:45

AMU (NR) 1 Hr 36 Min
Saturday: Noon

COMING SOON:
As always, all dates are tentative. Many of these dates will change.
In some rare cases, titles may disappear.
July ? – KINGS OF SUMMER
July 26 – THE WAY WAY BACK
TBD – GINGER AND ROSA
TBD – FILL THE VOID
TBD – FROM UP ON POPPY HILL
TBD – IN THE HOUSE
Aug. 2 – I’M SO EXCITED
Aug. 23 – BLUE JASMINE

New Kettering Health Network Hotline Helps Cancer Patients Find Their Way

July 10, 2013 By Dayton Most Metro Leave a Comment

The hours and days following a cancer diagnosis are emotional, frightening, and confusing. With appointments to arrange, doctors to visit, and tests to run, it’s hard to know where to begin. That’s why Kettering Health Network’s oncology program is offering a unique service for cancer patients – a specialized hotline for those looking for help.

A new cancer call center serves as the first point of contact for many who are on their first steps in their cancer journey. The call center, which opened on July 1, helps patients navigate through the services Kettering Health Network offers at all of its hospitals, including oncologists, social workers, dieticians, financial guidance, and support groups.

“A newly diagnosed cancer patient is overwhelmed and not sure where to start,” said Rae Norrod, oncology service line manager at Kettering. “A person further along in their cancer journey may not be aware of all Kettering Health Network has to offer at all of our locations. When they call, the trained professionals at the call center help to connect these patients with the right people, resources, and information.”

Although call center experts cannot give medical advice, they can direct the patient to the correct Kettering Health Network resource, greatly reducing multiple call transfers and frustrations. The experts start by assessing the needs of the caller and provide as much information about Kettering Health Network cancer services as possible. The experts direct the caller to the appropriate resource such as a physician referral, social workers, registered dietitians, financial counselors, or certified oncology nurses.

“While we’ve provided compassionate cancer care at our hospitals,” explained Ken Chaij, network oncology director, “this is the first time we’ve combined our resources into a comprehensive service for the community, and are calling them Kettering Cancer Care.”

Cancer is the second leading cause of death. “That’s why Kettering Cancer Care is so important to our community,” said Chaij. “Kettering Health Network has put a deliberate emphasis on cancer services in 2013.. In addition to establishing the new call center, Kettering Cancer Care has reached out through mailings, Facebook, and a new commercial that debuts later this summer.”

Two cancer care experts are available Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. by calling 1-855-500-CURE (2873).

Founder Announces Final Summer Tour and Future Plans for Company

July 9, 2013 By Dayton Most Metro 1 Comment

The best entertainment value in Dayton is back for a final round! Free Shakespeare! announces their farewell tour of As You Like It, directed by Travis J. Cook, performing in six outdoor venues across the Miami Valley. Running Thursday-Sundays at 7pm from July 18-August 11, the play features a cast of area professionals, students, and community members ages 16-80 and original music from Charlie Tipton. Tackling themes of community, independence, and homecoming, As You Like It promises to be a fitting goodbye for what has become a popular summer highlight for audiences across the region.

Why goodbye?

Free Shakespeare! Founder, Chris Shea, is moving back to Seattle after a four year stint in Dayton. Shea will be joining Theatre22, Seattle’s newest professional theatre company. This fall, Shea will join the cast of Lanford Wilson’s Fifth of July; the title of the play holds special significance for Shea as it is his father Richard’s birthday. It was his father’s declining health that brought him home four years ago; Richard passed away in December of 2010. After his father’s death, Shea launched “Shakespeare for Life,” an annual week-long marathon reading of the Shakespeare canon to benefit cancer patients at Grandview Hospital. In May 2013, Shakespeare for Life raised approximately $5000. In four years, Free Shakespeare! has donated thousands of dollars to area non-profits including the Grandview Foundation, Dayton Visual Arts Center, Involvement Advocacy, and the American Cancer Society.

Shea will be bringing the moniker of Free Shakespeare! with him on his move to Seattle; he plans to refine the work of the company and steer it towards less traditional modes of presentation. As to what that exactly means, Shea could only manage to quote Iago, “’Tis here, but yet confused….’ I’ll figure that out once I get there, like most other things in my life.”

As exciting of an opportunity the move is, Shea will be missed in the Dayton community. Over the past four years, he’s worked with many arts organizations including Muse Machine, the Human Race Theatre Company, Stivers School for the Arts, Zoot Theatre Co., Cityfolk, WYSO, and Rhythm in Shoes. As the Producing Artistic Director for Free Shakespeare! he has presented four summer tours, instituted a monthly Shakespeare reading series, welcomed three area premieres, and hosted two charitable readings of the complete works of Shakespeare.

Jean Howat Berry of Cityfolk has worked with Shea closely over the past four years. She says, “It has been my pleasure to work with Chris through education and outreach with Cityfolk and as a participant in one of the many wonderful Free Shakespeare activities, Shakespeare for Life. Chris has a remarkable energy: contagious, affirming and restorative. In other words, he shares his charisma, he affirms those he shares with and in the process offers a little healing for what ails you. For real. On stage, he is strong and engaging. His sensitivity, in role or out, is genuine. I will miss having him close in proximity, but will always know him close in my heart!”

Although this chapter of his life is bringing him back out West, Shea proudly discusses his time in Dayton and doesn’t discount the possibility of a future return. “Dayton is a very generous town and breeds generous people. The spirit of giving is integral to what it means to be from Dayton. My roots in this city have served me well, and I intend to continue to be an ambassador for Dayton as I move forward. In fact, some of my Seattle friends got quite tired of me talking about Dayton the last time I lived out there. What do they say, ‘you can take the kid out of Dayton….’?”

How to Say Goodbye:

Catch the final Free Shakespeare tour of As you Like It this summer. The story follows cousins Rosalind and Celia on their quest for independence. Along the way, they learn about friendship, community, love and forgiveness. True to the name Free Shakespeare!, there is no cost to attend although donations are gladly accepted post-show. Bring a blanket, chair and a picnic as you enjoy Shakespeare under the stars. All performances begin at 7PM; 90 minutes (no intermission).

July 18 & 25: Rosewood Arts Center, Kettering

July 19-21: ArtStreet Amphitheater, University of Dayton

July 26-28: Newcom Founders Park, Oregon District

Aug 1 & 8: Blommel Park, South Park

Aug 2-4: Wegerzyn Gardens MetroPark

Aug 9-11: Antioch College Amphitheater, Yellow Springs

More information on the final tour is available at https://www.facebook.com/spreadthewords

WYSO Community Voices Producer Wins National Award

July 9, 2013 By Dayton Most Metro Leave a Comment

Yellow Springs resident Basim Blunt received a First Place award from Public Radio News Directors Incorporated (PRNDI) for his story, “Boogie Nights: A History of Funk Music in Dayton.” The national award was presented recently in the Student Soft Feature category at the annual PRNDI Conference in Cleveland.

Blunt said, “I just want to thank the musicians who are long overdue for recognition and who took the time to help me put together this story. I want to dedicate this award to them.” Blunt’s story was also recognized by the Ohio Associated Press, taking First Place in the Best Feature Reporting category.

The Ohio Associated Press honored Will Davis, also of Yellow Springs, for his feature on Springfield filmmaker Justin Russell’s “The Sleeper,” an homage to the 80’s slasher film genre. Davis took First Place in the Best Use of Sound category.

Both Blunt and Davis were participants in WYSO’s 2012 Community Voices training course; a project to teach local people how to make radio stories. Over six months trainees learn to record and edit digital audio, conduct interviews, write radio scripts, and ultimately produce a feature story.

WYSO celebrated the completion of its third Community Voices training course in June with public radio producer and StoryCorps founder Dave Isay. Isay gave a public presentation at the Mathile Theater in Dayton, and lead a private Master Class with Community Voices Producers at the WYSO studios. Stories produced in the 2013 training will be presented in two hour-long radio specials, and at a Screenless Screening at the FilmDayton Festival in August.

Public radio station WYSO 91.3 is licensed to Antioch College with studios in Yellow Springs. It broadcasts on multiple platforms: 91.3 FM, live streaming at WYSO.org, on HD radio and on the Public Radio Player, a mobile application. WYSO is the Miami Valley’s only NPR News station with programming from NPR, Public Radio International, American Public Media, PRX and the BBC as well as the work of local and independent radio producers.

REVIEW: Battle For Rock On The Range 2013 Finale at Alrosa Villa

July 8, 2013 By Mike Ritchie 1 Comment

Saturday May 11th, the regional music community came out in full force supporting the Columbus rock scene and the 7 bands that made it to the battle of the bands finale for the coveted opening spot on the hallowed ground of Crew Stadium for Rock on the Range 2013. The winning band would perform on the same stage as Thousand Foot Krutch and Beware of Darkness among others. They’d also be performing on the same collective bill as In This Moment, Ghost, Lamb of God, Skillet, Alice in Chains and Soundgarden…no pressure.

The showcase was sponsored by Columbus’ Fox 28 News, 99.7 The Blitz, Zombie Tapdance Productions, Columbus Recording Studios, Music To Go, Local Rock Showcase, Stover Photography, Chris A Photography and X13 Sound Services.

Starting on March 22 with Auntiem, Devil By Design, Ironhead and The Last Rise, 37 bands played their best to earn the holy grail of local gigs. Other participants included 3rd Degree Burden, Autumn Burning, Blanch Devereaux, Despiragon, Exist Beyond Ruin, Overtheory, Trabue, Murnane Tribe, Error 504, Downsick, Liecus, Dressed in Electric, 8lb Pressure, A Nameless Tragedy, Hollywood Red, Black Dragon, Citizens Brigade, Viper, Liquid Ghandi, Antaean, Mason Made of Scars, Grit n Steel, Detrimental, Echoes of Empathy, Enemy By Mourning, Infidel, Mari Jayn, Second Sight, Imperium, Roxy Mae, Strikken, Country Club Commandos and Cross Solder.

The seven finalists would all play in one night, the winner to be determined by 2 anonymous judges and crowd voting. Cross Solder, Devil By Design, OverTheory, Error 504, 8lb Pressure, Hollywood Red and Infidel all earned their spot in the night’s grand finale to go play ‘Where Rock Lives’ the following weekend. Each band put on a spectacular performance giving their very best to the crowd, playing like they were already at ROTR. Whether you were a die-hard local, casual club goer or from elsewhere stopping by, you could tell by the crowd’s energy and the excitement, electricity, adrenaline and vibe pumping through the place that tonight would be epic. Tonight Columbus was united, jamming the house in support of the local scene. Regardless of whoever you followed or liked, everyone wanted and got a great musical showcase.

Devil by Design (Photo by Mike Ritchie)

The Alrosa Villa staff was very impressed with the promotion by bands, sponsors and the local community, making the finale a victory in and of itself. The competition started 4 years ago with club founder Rick Cautela sending one local winner to the big show. Assistant Director of Entertainment Tara Cautela has taken it to new heights in recent years.

The first of the finalists Lancaster’s Cross Solder opened the show with What I’ve Become impressing with some down and dirty southern raunch rock and blues. Chadd Lunn’s raspy vocals paid tribute to Bobby Ellsworth and borrowed the ‘Blitz’s’ intense wide eyed glare. The boys played like they were hungry for their next meal whether it was up from the gutter or down from the penthouse. If Dave Mustaine was in a hard rock blues band and looked like Tom Cruise, we’d have Mr. Lunn. Soldering their own sound, they Light Up the Sky playing All I Need and the brand new dark sing along ballad If I Die. Another new one, Shameless, changed between slow melody and fast hard chug with butterfly knife quickness. They finish, playing the pied pipers with a private symphony for Mr. Mustaine. Look for their first record coming soon.

Playing the night’s sophomore set from the depths of hell with a sound straight from the narrow Harley riding rockslide looping roads under the LA sun were Devil by Design. Though some of them might be too young to remember the beer soaked, hairspray drenched metal heyday of the sunset scene, they play with a healthy appetite and appreciation for their musical forefathers. Think if LA Guns, Motley Crue and GNR had a chance to defend their stripped turf from the Nirvana, Alice in Chains, Soundgarden Seattle invasion. The seeds of DBD would’ve been spewed out on the pavement, pushed to the curb and left to spawn. They open going hog-wild turning the keys on their EP title track Let the Devil Drive, and why not, there’s no need to sell their souls… yet, but having the devil at the wheel can give them rock n roll immortality. It’s better to Burn out than fade away as the song goes. They play their music like the hard drinking road gypsies they emulate with a little bit of hair, punk and Ramons thrown in to balance the octane with heavy sedation. Travis Halley has channeled the presence of Jim Morrison, Danzig and Layne Staley with a rosy swagger minus the suspenders. They break out the state plated ballads singing about the west coast wonderland bringing the 1980’s to 2013 without roses or thorns. Revolver video-single What if I Die cranks out the praises and hard luck perishes of the lifestyle accompanied by a little shelter from the Stones. You never know when it’ll be your time to go to paradise city. Can’t get the new album tune Outta My Head and for good reason. They finish blowing their set to Pieces taking the tour bus to home sweet home. Their 6 song EP Let the Devil Drive from BFX records is available on iTunes.

And now for the thinking man’s metal mind, Battle for Rock on the Range gives you Columbus’s Overtheory. The band’s philosophy is to keep it simple but sounding damn good doing it. They’ve already accomplished quite a bit in their 2 year history playing Newport Music Hall and Screamin Willies among others, performing live on 99.7 The Blitz, and earning a Fishtank Audio contract by winning first place at Captain Jacks’ battle of the bands. Singer Dorian Gray was definitely the night’s unsilent Bob singing with a distinctly disturbed tone belting out Fatal Flaw for the fans. Bassist James Guest spent the set hauling his self-catapulting massive frame around stage, his body anxiously awaiting his head to fly off and crowd surf. Resembling a bald Vinnie Jones, it’s no wonder he plays like a meat train madman. They break out the toys tossing out the killer red balloons and the glow stix for trippy illumination. They’ve developed a sound bending the Alter Bridge between Chevelle, Breaking Benjamin and their own combination of technically complex, strong heavy rock.

Error 504 (Photo by Mike Ritchie)

Error 504 is the last thing you want to see on your computer screen but definitely worth the drive to hear if you’re in the area. The band is an amped up mix of mashed up hard rock and metal that’s shared stages with Bobaflex and Mushroomhead among others. Led by Dayne Sauder, the crew played a set heavy in sound and loud on performance with fans and followers yelling loud and proud for the 504. Opening with Give it Away, new tune Devil’s Angel and growling riff chugger Lil Red, Alex Mayer, part Eddie part Dimebag, shreds his way through their future early classics flailing his blonde terror mop, shredded mesh and well worked guitar strings through the evening set.Kin of Infidels Larry Coak, lil Evan was brought out on stage for the first of a few early rockstar of the future training sessions. They were all playing for a spot at Rock on the Range but also for their love, passion and dedication for the art, crowd and scene. Even if it meant piling $5000 worth of gear into a $500 dollar vehicle and driving the miles for the price of a tank back home. The crowd showed gratitude opening a nightmarish pit as they unleashed the evening’s ending tune The Reckoning. Check out new CD Vol 1 The Awakening on Amazon.

How many pressure points does the human body have? How many pounds of pressure does it take to break bones, crack joints and skulls or choke someone out? 8lb of Pressure was Columbus’ best sounding answer to Korn meets Metallica and Godsmack. Singer Brandon Sin spent 8 years with Tainted 13, bringing a Mike Muir/Evan Seinfeld resemblance and his angry, snarling attitude with him. No amount of pressure can Break them down. Cranking out loud solid metal peppered with some COC playing Sick of It, special guest star Mark from Sever made an appearance on War and Lil Evan came back up to adrenalize the crowd with a frenzied air guitar solo helping out the heavy Machine Head chug on Lies.

Hollywood Red (Photo by Mike Ritchie)

Now for the evening’s second helping of Hollywood and Vine, hair metal with a touch of Aerosmith and some harder spiked rock and roll punch, Hollywood Red. All the thrills are there as guitarist Jonathan Suh rips the notes out of his guitar with Van Halen speed playing Back for More and Burned Out sung with a soft smooth Mark Slaughter delivery by the young Harry Connick Jr looking Dominic Frissora. Don’t call him a pretty boy… or Floyd. Their sound incorporates the back canyon road tales of Wasp, LA Guns and GNR. They get a little weezy on Save Me, guys… say it ain’t so! They may be too young to remember most of the 80’s, but they’ve taken the classic sound bringing back memories for all the ‘older’ kids to remember the good times. They play their own semi-autobiographical Misfit Anthem aided by the visual lyrical dance interpretation of some lovely young lust. The young guns have been around since late 2011 and have a self-titled EP out.

Rounding out the evening with a crowd full of vocal supporters, tonight’s blasphemous heathens Infidel hit the stage. Music is their life, metal is their passion, mosh pits are their calling and they just kinda sorta happen when they play. Are you ready for some metal?! Larry Coake yells out calling for the opposite of murder with a shining gleam in his eye. With the inflamed skull Obituary’esque logo banner backing their deadly sound, they all get on their soapbox performing their best. There was no need to Beg for crowd participation. Though all bands were asked not to encourage pits being an all-ages show, sometimes the power of music just compels you. Coake’s spoken word screechy screaming delivery left his vocals Hangin by a Thread but didn’t stop him from touring the club spreading the word asking all patrons to follow him to Rock on the Range.

The excitement and tension built as the bands waited for the announcement of who would be playing Crew Stadium. The vocal majority was split between Infidel and Error 504. As the votes were tallied, the staff thanked all bands for playing a great show and welcomed them all to come back anytime. Regardless of who shared the Jagermeister stage next Sunday morning, the Columbus music scene was the winner tonight. Each band played like they belonged on stage holding nothing back and were destined for greatness. Then the announcement was made. The winner of the Battle for Rock on the Range was….. Error 504!

Congrats to Error 504 who played a great set at Rock on the Range, to the final 7 for making such a memorable night happen and all the bands that played and rocked The Villa over the past several months and to all the fans that make the scene happen.

Participants in Battle for Rock on the Range
(Photo by Mike Ritchie)

Annual Downtown Dayton Photo Contest

July 8, 2013 By Dayton937 Leave a Comment

Amateur and professional photographers are invited to participate in Downtown in Focus, a photo contest aimed at finding new and distinctive shots of our downtown. The City of Dayton, Downtown Dayton Partnership, Kaplan College and Dayton Daily News are sponsoring the contest.

One amateur winner and one professional winner will be selected in each of the following categories:

Downtown Living: You know that place you and your friends go to every Saturday night downtown? Now is your chance to win some money for being a regular! Take photos showing off Dayton’s vibrant dining and nightlife scene, urban housing or anything else unique to living and playing downtown.
I Heart Downtown: The architecture of one of the historic buildings you have always admired. Your favorite spot along the river. That coffee shop where you buy your morning brew — this category is wide open to photograph anything and everything you love about downtown Dayton.
Skyline: It’s hard to single out the best thing about Dayton, so why not just capture the whole city? Show us your best shot of our downtown Dayton skyline!

A panel of judges ― consisting of professional photographers, photography editors and instructors, and arts community leaders ― will select the winners in each category and award a $250 cash prize to the Best in Show winner in each division. Honorable mentions also will be awarded at the discretion of the judges. In addition, City of Dayton Mayor Gary Leitzell will select one photo that best represents the City’s “Dayton Originals” motto. This photographer will receive a gift basket from the City of Dayton. Contest winners will be recognized at the Sept. 20 Urban Nights, and all entries will be displayed in a special exhibit during Urban Nights.

From approximately 8 to 11 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 2, during First Friday, many of downtown’s buildings will be lit for photographers who would like to capture night shots of the city.

The deadline to submit photos is 5 p.m. Friday, Aug. 30, 2013. There is no fee for application or participation.

Photographers are not required to be Dayton-area residents, but winners must be age 18 or older. Photos must have been taken in Greater Downtown ― which includes the Central Business District, Oregon Arts District, Webster Station and the ring of neighborhoods that surrounds downtown ― within the past calendar year. Official contest guidelines and entry forms are available at www.downtowndayton.org and www.daytonohio.gov.

For more information, contact:

Kristen Wicker: 937-224-1518, ext. 228, or [email protected]

Courtney Deutsch: 937-224-1518, ext. 231, or [email protected]

For contest submission details and entry forms: www.downtowndayton.org

Two New Lunch Options in the Oregon District

July 8, 2013 By Lisa Grigsby Leave a Comment

Just last week Salar Restaurant and Lounge added lunch service Monday through Friday from 11:30am until 2pm. You can enjoy their signature burger, Choice ground steak, saltado style vegetables, mozzarella cheese, spinach, and delicious Huancaina sauce on a brioche roll. Served with your choice of french fries, salad or soup du jour.on one of 2 patios.

And as of today, all 3 patio’s at Lily’s Bistro, also on Fifth Street, will open for lunches from 11am – 3pm. According to General Manger Emily Mendenhall, ” This week we’re kind of testing the waters to get a sense of what lunch is going to be like and then I’m sure we’ll make some adjustments.”

Here’s Lily’s Lunch Menu:

Daily selection of deviled eggs 7
Crispy calamari and jalapeños with a sriracha aioli and gingery oyster sauce 9 Housemade tortilla chips with white cheddar alfredo, refried black beans and salsa fresca 7

Mains

Soup of the day cup 3 bowl 5
Caesar salad 6 add chicken +3

Avocado hummus sandwich with havarti, grilled squash, tomato, and bibb lettuce on toasted wheat 8 Caprese sandwich with cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzerella, pesto, and balsamic reduction on grilled ciabatta 8 Pineapple-chipotle BBQ chicken sandwich with grilled onions on wheat 10
Cucumber and watermelon salad with feta, mint, and basil, tossed in white balsamic vinaigrette 7 Chilled vietnamese rice noodle salad 7
” add stir fried tofu or steak +3
Olive oil poached tuna niçoise salad with greens, cherry tomatoes, hardboiled egg, and haricots verts 12
Vegetable chilaquiles with refried black beans, scrambled eggs and drizzled avocado sour cream 10
Angel hair pasta with pesto, cherry tomatoes, and local, free-range chicken 14

*all sandwiches come with small Caesar salad or dressed greens Substitute pasta salad, potato salad or cup of soup for $1.50

New Orleans Musicians Invade Canal Street Ticket Contest

July 6, 2013 By Dayton Most Metro 6 Comments

This Wed night at Canal Street Tavern it’s gonna sound a whole lot like being in New Orleans. Singer, songwriter, producer and actor Paul Sanchez will be in town for a one night stand. Joining him on stage will be special guest Davis Rogan, from HBO’s Treme.

Paul has released 16 CDs as a solo artist and 11 CDs as a founding member of the New Orleans rock band Cowboy Mouth. For the last few years Paul has been writing, recording and performing a musical
adaptation of a New York Times Best Seller by Dan Baum, Nine Lives.

Primarily a songwriter, Sanchez has written over 200 songs, and has collaborated with Darius Rucker, Hootie and The Blowfish, John Boutte, Galactic, Irma Thomas, Vance DeGeneres, Kevin Griffin of Better Then Ezra, John Thomas Griffith of Cowboy Mouth, Tony Award winning actor Michael Cerveris and Bryan Batt of AMC’s hit television show Mad Men.

Paul Sanchez is part of the “NOLA Summer in Dayton” Concert Series sponsored by Abita Brewing Company and presented by Yeah You Right Music Inc. The 2nd show in the series, on Thurs, July 18th features the funk and blues of Soul Project NOLA and on Fri, Aug 16th Davis Rogan and his band will appear. Tickets to all three Summer Series Concerts may be purchased online or by contacting [email protected]

DaytonMostMetro wants to send a lucky reader and friend to see this show. Just like and share this article and fill out the form below for your chance to win. Winner will be announced Monday night. Good Luck!

Our ticket contest is over. Congratulations to our winner: Stephanie Miller of Vandalia.

Brides Against Breast Cancer Charity Wedding Gown Sale

July 6, 2013 By Dayton Most Metro Leave a Comment

Brides Against Breast Cancer contributes to programs for cancer patients, their families and caregivers. They are bringing the “Nationwide Tour of Gowns” to the Hilton Garden Inn in Beavercreek on July 19th & 20th to help ensure that people impacted by cancer have the resources and information they need in their battle with cancer. Funds raised Durning the Tour of Gowns fund programs and services that are FREE to cancer patients, their families and caregivers. Some of the programs include support groups, children’s programs, exercise classes and more. Their goal is to ensure that no one in this country has to face cancer alone.

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There will be a VIP ‘Unveiling of the Gowns’ Reception Friday, July 19th from 6-9pm for a $20 tax deductible donation .
Enjoy coffee, tea, entertainment and giveaways. You will be among the very first in the Dayton area to browse through, try on and purchase your selections from our large inventory of gowns, before general admission begins!

The show Saturday, July 20th opens at 10am and runs through 5pm and admission is a$5 donation. It will provide brides-to-be with an opportunity to find their dream gown – at an incredible savings, while contributing to services that provide education, information and outreach to men, women and children affected by cancer. Show sales include hundreds of new, name brand and designer gowns, as well as lovingly worn gowns in various styles and sizes, and they also offer a convenient layaway plan. More than half the gowns presented during each event are new designer gowns that arrive directly from designers, manufacturers and bridal retailers. Most gown prices range from $99 to $799 with designers gowns valued up to $3,900. Gowns are available in sizes from 2 to 24and they also offer accessories including veils and tiaras.

If you have already said “I Do,” please consider donating your gown to BABC, and your donation is tax deductible. Please download and complete this form to include with your donation. Your donation will help contribute to programs for cancer patients and their families.

You can also volunteer to work the event, with shifts including set up which includes moving racks, setting up displays and more. Or you can experience the joy of assisting a new bride as she chooses her “dream gown” during the shopping event. Groups of friends, co-workers or families are encouraged to sign up together.

Brides Against Breast Cancer will contribute $2 million dollars this year to help people impacted by cancer. Among the numerous free programs supported are children’s programs, support groups, exercise, and nutrition classes. Other programs include Camp No Worries, Cancer Education Series, and Ask the Doctor. 71 cents of every dollar raised from the Tour of Gowns goes to programs and services for those impacted by cancer.

“Fashion in the Mystic Garden” Runway Show to Feature 10 Designers

July 5, 2013 By Dayton Most Metro Leave a Comment

The Dayton Emerging Fashion Incubator [DE-FI] is pleased to announce the designers and boutiques that will be participating in the runway fashion shows at DE-FI’s “Fashion in the Mystic Garden” Launch Party at SunWatch Indian Village, 2301 W. River Road, on Saturday, July 13, 2013:

• Misti Leigh

• Brenda Marone (B. Marie)

• Sonya Mills (Kerapa Klothing)

• Shann Cortes

• Nakeisha Maroney (J’Norreh)

• Laura Kirkpatrick (Grumbage)

• Joli Boutique

• American Pi

• Tegan King (Temiki Jewelry)

Be The Match^® will be on-site at the Launch Party, registering bone marrow donors.

General admission tickets are $45 per person. Parking will be at the University of Dayton Arena, with free shuttles transporting guests to SunWatch beginning at 7:00 p.m. The doors will open at 7:30 p.m., and the fashion show starts at 8:00 p.m. (VIP parking is at SunWatch, but VIP tickets are completely sold out.)

A limited number of general admission tickets are still available, and can be purchased at four area locations: Joli Boutique, 27 W. Franklin Street, Centerville; Sew Dayton, 16 E. Brown Street, Dayton; Beaute Box, 116 W. Fifth Street, Dayton; and SunWatch Indian Village, 2301 W. River Road, Dayton.

Because this event is scheduled to take place outdoors, a rain date of August 10 has been set. If the July 13 event is canceled due to inclement weather, DE-FI will make an announcement via Facebook, Twitter and our website.

The mission of the Dayton Emerging Fashion Incubator [DE-FI] is to lay a strong foundation for a viable and profitable fashion industry in the City of Dayton. For more information, visit www.daytonemergingfashionincubator.com or send questions via email to [email protected].

Coming Up in Local Jazz – July 3 through July 16

July 3, 2013 By Ron Gable Leave a Comment

What is the USAF Band of Flight?

Some of the following may not be 100% accurate but are based on conversations, web surfing and observations that formed my impressions, I apologize for any inaccuracies.

The USAF Band of Flight is comprised of active duty Air Force members and is based at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio and one of the oldest bands in the Air Force. It is one of the oldest bands in the Air Force; The Band of Flight has an unbroken record of service since its formation and shares with only The United States Air Force Band, Bolling AFB DC, the distinction of having remained at its original location for its entire history.

The band was activated on 24 September 1942 at Patterson Field (later Wright-Patterson AFB), Ohio as the 361st Army Air Force Band. Between 1942 and 1948 the Band was redesignated three times: as the 661st Army Band, then as the 661st Army Air Force Band, and finally as the 661st Air Force Band on 2 January 1948, not quite four months after the Air Force became a separate branch of service. The band was redesignated as The Air Force Band of Flight in 1991 with the mission of delivering world-class music that inspires emotions, creates positive impressions and communicates information according to Air Force objectives.

Recently I had heard the Band of Flight would be leaving our area due to cut-backs in the military budget but fortunately for us, this is not true. They have downsized into what I have been told is a leaner, meaner group along with a couple of very versatile combos, which are now all led by non-commissioned officers. The New “Band of Flight” under the direction of Chief Master Sergeant Eric M. Strohecker is a 14-member ensemble that provides top-notch, high-energy entertainment for the whole family. The “Wright Brass” led by Master Sergeant Michael Richter is a brass quintet with a percussionist. “Systems Go” is a popular music combo led by MSgt Tom Shriver performing many genres of music.

Many Band of Flight members both past and present have made a tremendous impact on our local jazz scene. A couple of years ago I met Cameron at Jazz Central where he was a regular part of their jazz jams for a period of time. One thing led to another and he helped me book the Band of Flight Nighthawk Jazz Combo (one of the groups of which he was a member), for Jazz Advocate’s 2011 Jazz & Peace Festival that we held in Centerville at Stubbs Park. Many of the jazz events that I attend are enhanced and enriched by these wonderful artists.

Jazz Calendar

Here are some (not all) of the upcoming jazz events for the next couple of weeks:
Today Wednesday, July 3 – The USAF Band of Flight has a Summer Concert at Kings Island Amusement Park and Todd Hepburn is at Arnold’s Bar & Grill in Cincinnati.

Thursday July 4 – There’s a Jam Session hosted by Chay Buddah & Hott2def at Bankshots Sports Bar & Grill in Trotwood and a Band of Flight Summer Concert in Rotary Park in Beavercreek.

Friday July 5 – Teresa Hunt with The Jazz Patrol will be at De’Lish in Dayton and the Shawn Stanley Trio performs every Friday at Carvers Steaks & Chops in Centerville, Ohio.

Saturday July 6 – You can spend an intimate evening of jazz and coffee at Ghostlight in Dayton and James & Moore will be at the C’est Tout Bistro in Oakwood.

Sunday July 7 – A Funk Tribute to Mark Adams & Mark Drac Hicks of Slave will take place at Gilly’s in Dayton.
Monday July 8 – The John Taylor Trio is at Brio Tuscan Grille in Beavercreek and Vaughn Wiester’s Famous Jazz Orchestra is at the Clintonville Woman’s Club in Columbus.

Tuesday July 9 – The Ron Purdon Orchestra performs at the Blue Wisp Jazz Club in Cincinnati and the Part St. Tavern Jazz Jam continues in Columbus.

Wednesday July 10 –The US Air Force Band of Flight performs at the Fraze Pavilion and Ricky Nye is at Chez Nora in Covington, KY.

Thursday July 11 – Cameron Voorhees and the Generations Big Band will perform at Hope Community Arts Center located inside Hope Church in the South Park Neighborhood in Dayton.

Friday July 12 – The Different Hats Jazz Jam is at the Earl Heck Community Center in Englewood and the John Von Ohlen Trio is at Dee Felice in Covington, KY.

Saturday July 13 – The Bobby Floyd Trio is at Boudin’s Bistro & Jazz Club and Andrew Waters is at the Eastern Palace Restaurant both in Columbus.

OH.Sunday July 14 – Dayton’s longest running Jazz Jam Session with Kenny Baccus and John Hampton Wagner continues every Sunday at Jazz Central in Dayton.

Monday July 15 – Mark Flugge, Derek Dicenzo & Jimmy Castoe are at Due Amici and Vaughn Wiester’s Famous Jazz Orchestra is at the Clintonville Woman’s Club in Columbus.
Tuesday July 16 – The Ed Moss & the Society Jazz Orchestra performs at the Schwartz Point Jazz Club and The Greenwich has Green Street Jam Session both in Cincinnati.

More info and jazz listings can be found at JazzAdvocate.com

Podcasting in the City

July 2, 2013 By Tiffany Shaw-Diaz Leave a Comment

Podcasts are undeniably popular, and they are also astoundingly diverse. Take a quick peek through the iTunes store, and you’ll find podcasts about any topic that you imagine including news, comedy, art, food, natural living, and science, among other categories.

Thankfully, there is now a podcast exclusively about Dayton—its culture, people, businesses, politics, and lifestyles–to add to that burgeoning roster.

Launched just a few months ago, the Gem City Podcast is the brainchild of Eric Ruiz, a native of Tampa and Austin. While Dayton is his adopted city, he feels a strong impetus to connect and grow with it. “Dayton is my home; therefore, I feel obligated to make it an oasis of great people,” he stated.

Inspired by the popular comedy podcast, The Joe Rogan Experience, Eric set out to create a show that was equally expressive and candid, all with the aim of boosting Dayton’s morale and promoting peace and good vibes. He attributes this to a radical inner transformation that he had a few years ago, which changed his perception of this world in and his place in it. “My motivation is to take whatever place I’m at and set up a beacon of positivity,” he offered. “From there, I want to help promote that and push away all the negativity I see in this world.”

To help him with the show’s production, he teamed up with Chris Jones, Russ Cope, and Chad Wells. Ruiz notes that they all bring different strengths and perspectives to the table. “I believe that with the four of us contributing and putting love into the show, we can only get better,” he offered.

Their teamwork is evident. Even though the weekly podcast began in early May, they have landed some impressive guests, including business owners and Tommy Jones of The Dayton Scene. They plan to add even more notable Dayton denizens to their line-up as they continue to reach out to Dayton’s multi-faceted community.

“I’m really excited about the amount of people we will be meeting and interviewing,” commented Chris Jones, the podcast’s tech guru. “I love meeting and conversing with people who may have a different perspective than me. I feel that when you see the world through someone else’s eyes, it makes you a more diverse person. Even better, we get to share those stories and emotions with our listeners.”

Added Russ Cope, their producer, “Gem City Podcast’s goal is to connect our audience with the individuals who are making Dayton this unique blend of creativity, ingenuity, moxie, and tenacity. We want to support and promote Dayton’s journey from a grassroots perspective, one interview at a time.”

The Gem City Podcast crew leisurely conducts each interview, often spending up to an hour with each guest, all with the intent to give him or her the opportunity to open up and share their thoughts. While the program has an explicit rating on iTunes (where you can download episodes for free), the content is mostly tame, although the team doesn’t shy away from discussing mature topics or employing adult, albeit good-natured, humor.

Because it is a weekly production, there is an incredible amount of behind-the-scenes work that goes into designing the show. This includes researching potential guests, securing interviews, and uploading episodes to various sites. The team also maintains Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube pages with the latest podcast updates and city news.

Considering the impressive amount of work that is involved in making the program a quality product, Ruiz noted that he is always looking for people to help share the load with their talents. “We are a family, so anyone who has something to offer is welcome to do so, and together, we can accomplish more.”

Even though the Gem City Podcast is still in its infancy, it has cultivated quite an active following with both social media followers and downloads. In fact, their first episode was so popular that they encountered some interesting complications as a result.

“The response has been more then we had expected,” said Ruiz. “We overloaded our server, which was bad, but really great, too, in the sense that we found out people really are listening. This makes me feel obligated to give them the best show I can.”

Given the outpouring of support, the Gem City Podcast is on the path to making an indelible mark in the Dayton community. When asked about his plans for the show, Russ Cope, the producer, is adamant about the podcast’s role in promoting Dayton’s significance to a larger audience, especially its scientific and artistic impact.

Ruiz shares Cope’s admiration for Dayton, as well, and aims to change people’s perception of his chosen city, “I hope the podcast makes people more aware,” he said. “Getting more positive thinking is my goal.”

Kayak For A Cure

July 2, 2013 By Dayton Most Metro Leave a Comment

Join Great Miami Outfitters and the Miami Valley Region in our fight against cancer by kayaking for a cure on Saturday, Aug 10th. Funds raised through Kayak for a Cure – Dayton are donated to American Cancer Society (ACS) whose mission is to eradicate cancer and enhance the quality of life for people living with cancer.

NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY. An experienced kayaker will paddle with each group of six (6) paddlers. Participating paddlers must be at least 16 years of age or older, and minors under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. We encourage participants to bring their own kayak or canoe. A limited number of kayaks will be available for rental. Kayaks, paddles and PFDs can be rented for $20 for participants that do not have their own. Canoes are welcome. Light breakfast items will be available prior to the paddle and lunch and entertainment will be provided after the paddle. Kayak For A Cure shirts will be presented to all participants who register prior to Saturday, July 27th. Direct questions to Dan Schlegel, Event Chairperson at [email protected]

When & Where is the Event?
Kayak for a Cure™ Dayton will take place Saturday August 10th from 9:00 am to about 2:00 pm. The event will be held in Miamisburg, OH at Linden Ave. Bridge Park.

What is the fundraising goal and what organization benefits?
This is the first event of this kind in the Dayton area and we hope to raise $12,000, with $10,000 to be donated to the American Cancer Society. A final check will be sent from Kayak For A Cure. The additional $2000 raised will offset the cost of putting on the event, unless of course, we receive other donations. Event expenses may include such things as permits, insurance, t-shirts, portable toilets, food and beverages, and miscellaneous printing. Ask us about sponsorship to help offset these expenses, so that the maximum donation can be made to ACS.

Can I bring my own kayak or canoe?
YES. Registered participants are encouraged to bring their own kayak/canoe, paddle(s) and PFDs. You will need to drop your boat off at the launch point in West Carrollton prior to checking in at the registration booth in Miamisburg at the Linden bridge access. Please drop your boat and gear off prior to 8:00 AM, then drive to Miamisburg Linden Avenue bridge where you will park your vehicle. A shuttle bus will take you back up to the launch point in West Carrollton. You will end up at your car in Miamisburg after the paddle trip.

What if I don’t own a kayak or canoe? Can one be provided?
If you do not own a kayak or canoe, there are a limited number of rental boats and equipment available. Rental includes a paddle and PFD. The registration fee is $20 more to include the rental equipment, and are available on a first-come, first-registered basis.

The Event Schedule
The event begins and ends in Miamisburg at the Linden Avenue bridge.
8:00 am – Check-In at registration booth
8:15 am – Welcome, Intro and Information
8:30 am – Shuttles take participants up to West Carrollton at the launch point
9:00 am – Launch in West Carrollton and float down the Great Miami River to Miamisburg (approximately 5.5 river miles). The paddle trip will take approximately 1-1/2 to 2 hours.
12:00 pm – Lunch, Door Prizes & Entertainment
2:00 pm – Event concludes – (After-party at a local restaurant to be announced!)

What is included?
All participants will receive the following:
• A river paddle trip from Miamisburg to West Carrollton – includes people shuttle service.
• A T-Shirt (FREE if registered by July 27th)
• A Light Breakfast
• A chance for door prizes (Items to be announced). Registered participants will receive one (1) door prize ticket with entry fee, PLUS one additional ticket for each additional $50 raised.
• Lunch after the paddle trip, with live acoustic music!

Registration Fees
Advance registration is required. We are limited to 84 participants. Participants must be at least 16 years of age or older.

Or you can make a check payable to “Kayak For A Cure – Dayton” and mail to PO Box 1966, Miamisburg Ohio 45343. Please include a completed Registration Form.
$100 registration – bring your own boat.
$120 registration – includes a kayak, paddle and PFD (life vest). Limited kayak availability.
An additional door prize ticket for every additional $50 raised by each registered participant. Great door prizes to be announced!
Money raised, minus expenses, will be donated to the American Cancer Society.

2013 Local Sponsors
Great Miami Outfitters
City of Miamisburg
City of West Carrollton
Five Rivers MetroParks

About Kayak For A Cure
Kayak for a Cure™ was launched in 2006 by a group of twenty-somethings in Vancouver, BC, from an idea that started right here in DAYTON. Our group was eager to start something special – something scalable and fun while providing legitimate funding to the American and Canadian Cancer Societies, respectively. Something that could build community, provide an amazing one-day kayaking experience and raise money for cancer research and prevention. Kayak for a Cure™ is a volunteer-run organization and gives 100% of their proceeds to charities close to their hearts. Each summer, in cities around the United States and Canada, paddlers – both beginners and experienced – climb in to plastic boats and cross waterways, bays, lakes and channels for two reasons: an excuse to have a great day in the outdoors with some amazing people, and to be part of the solution: fund the research that leads to cures for all types of cancers.

This post courtesy of Explore Miamisburg.