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LAND HO! Starts Friday at THE NEON!

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SONY-LHOS-01_27x40_hires_041314 .inddHello Everyone,

Wow! We had a terrific weekend…much better than anticipated. Many thanks to all of you who came out to support our films. CALVARY performed better in Dayton than in many other cities, and we’re delighted and grateful. BOYHOOD has already screened for the last time, but MAGIC IN THE MOONLIGHT and CALVARY will stick around. In addition, we will open a film that many of you have been asking about – LAND HO! If you’ve been to THE NEON recently, you’ve more than likely seen the trailer. Remaining showtimes for this week can be found on our website at www.neonmovies.com.

Synopsis for LAND HO!: “A pair of 60-something ex-brothers-in-law sets off on a road trip through Iceland, hoping to reclaim their youth. Their picaresque adventures, from trendy Reykjavík to rugged outback, are a throwback to classic bawdy road comedies as well as a candid exploration of aging, loneliness, and friendship.” (taken from Sony Classics) Click on this LINK to visit the film’s official website.

KRW Cycles in Clayton hopes you’ll help tip the scales and bring PENTON to THE NEON. “The John Penton Story is an American story about family, competition, ingenuity and business that will tug at hearts of everyone who sees it. John Penton is motorcycle icon and pioneer who’s life on a farm in Ohio led to a long list of motorcycling accomplishments and global notoriety. What began with a humble motorcycle shop, turned into international off-road racing career leading him to the discovery of the need for a smaller machine which he was soon selling in the US. With his innovative Penton motorcycles he introduced riding to a new generation of riders around the world.” (taken from press notes) Click this LINK to the official site and reserve your ticket. If enough people don’t reserve a ticket by Sept. 5, the screening will not happen and your credit card will not be charged.

Start Freedom Dayton is hoping you’ll help tip the scales to bring #StandWithMe to Dayton on Thursday, Sept. 25. This film will only screen if 68 tickets are sold by Friday, Sept. 12. Click this LINK to watch a trailer and reserve your ticket now (if not enough tickets are reserved, your card will never be charged). “Only a 9-year-old would dream that a lemonade stand could free 500 enslaved children. What followed became so much bigger. After seeing a photo of two enslaved boys in Nepal, Vivienne Harr is moved to help in the only way she knows how: by setting up her lemonade stand. With the goal of freeing 500 children from a life of slavery, she sets up her stand every day, rain or shine. As Vivienne’s vision begins to show promise for something greater, her community stands with her – and she develops her own Social Purpose Company. In telling Vivienne’s story, #standwithme examines the realities of modern-day slavery, the role we play in it as consumers, and the importance of knowing the story behind what we buy.” (taken from tugg press notes)

Have you seen the trailer or read about the incredibly moving documentary ALIVE INSIDE? (If not, check out the official site.) We will have a traditional engagement of the film beginning sometime in late September or October, but a special preview screening is being planned for Wednesday, September 24 at 7:30. Special details are still in the works, but I wanted to let you know right away. Regular ticket prices will apply, and tickets are now available at THE NEON’s box office.

I just made it to Toronto for the Toronto International Film Festival. I’ll see numerous films over the course of 9 days, and in order to keep track of what I’m seeing, I’ll keep a daily blog. Starting this morning, you can click this LINK daily to read about my adventures.

Thanks for your continued support!

Jonathan

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SHOWTIMES for Friday, Sept. 5 – Thursday, Sept. 11:

MAGIC IN THE MOONLIGHT (PG-13) 1 Hr 37 Min
Friday, Saturday: 12:50, 5:10, 9:30
Sunday:12:50, 5:10
Monday – Thursday: 5:20

LAND HO! (R) 1 Hr 35 Min
Friday, Saturday, Sunday: 3:00, 7:20
Monday – Thursday: 3:10, 7:30

CALVARY (R) 1 Hr 40 Min
Friday, Saturday: 12:45, 3:00, 5:15, 7:30, 9:45
Sunday: 12:45, 3:00, 5:15, 7:30
Monday – Thursday: 3:15, 5:30, 8:00

COMING SOON:

(All Dates Are Tentative. Dates Often Move And Sometimes Disappear.)

Sept. 12 – THE DROP
Sept. 12 – TRIP TO ITALY
Sept. 26 – SKELETON TWINS
Sept. 26 – ALIVE INSIDE
Oct. 3 – LOVE IS STRANGE
Oct. 10-12 – DAYTON LGBT FILM FEST
Oct. 24 – PRIDE
Nov. 28 – THE THEORY OF EVERYTHING

TIFF (The Toronto International Film Festival) Starts Today!

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TIFF_logo_rgbHello Everyone.

Jonathan from THE NEON here.  After a rather hideous day of travel (including an unexpected, long stop in Chicago due to passport issues (my own fault)), I finally made it to Toronto.  As of right now, I’m about a 1/2 day behind.  It’s 7:30am, and I’m usually in line for tickets.  That said, I don’t yet have my credentials (which is why I wanted to arrive yesterday afternoon)…so I have to wait for a different office to open at 9am (I’m first in line – as I’m determined to get back on track as soon as possible).

Having only briefly looked at the catalog on-line, I still don’t have a complete sense of what I want to see (I need both an actual catalog in my hands as well as to hear the buzz about what’s hot to truly know what’s happening).  I have a list of about 15 films that I “Must” see…but what will fill the other 15-20 spots has yet to be determined.  My list includes THE THEORY OF EVERYTHING about Stephen Hawking, Ozon’s new film NEW GIRLFRIEND, Xavier Dolan’s film MOMMY, the new film from the Dardenne Brothers – TWO DAYS, ONE NIGHT, and the adaptation of the play MISS JULIE.  Here are a couple trailers to hold you over:

Tomorrow morning, you’ll be able to check in and read about what I get to see today.  One thing is for sure, I have a ticket to the opening night film tonight.  A previous guest of The Dayton LGBT Film Festival – Glenn Kiser – invited me to be his guest this evening.  I’m excited to finally attend an Opening Night film…as well as to see Glenn again.

More soon,

Jonathan

Rubicon Square & the Fairgrounds Neighborhood

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Condo developments are popping up in Dayton, I’m sure you’ve noticed the newer Patterson Square and McCormick condos, as well as the Sixth St Lofts, but there is another condo development that you might not know about, in fact, you might not Contemporary home in FNknow this neighborhood even exits, at least as a neighborhood with a name and a development plan. I’m talking about Rubicon Square condos.

Rubicon Square is in the Fairgrounds Neighborhood, which is located just south of Miami Valley Hospital and west of Brown St. Its borders are Wyoming, Main, Stewart, and Brown streets, and it’s a fascinating mix of older and newer, more contemporary homes. A home in Fair Market condition can sell for $117,000- $145,000. It’s tucked in behind the newer Brown St development, so in addition to being a charming neighborhood on its own, you are in a very walkable neighborhood, that is beginning to see quite a bit of renewal.

Rubicon Square broke ground in 2013. This is a Charles Simms Development. If you’ve been in the Patterson Square condos, you will recognize the three-story floor plans, but you might not realize these are the same popular townhouses from the exterior because Rubicon Square condos reflect the quiet, tree-lined residential Fairgrounds Neighborhood. They have siding, gables with trim, and covered front doors. Inside, the townhouses reflect the modern style and floor plans that urban Dayton home owners are looking for- large windows that let in natural light, easy-care surfaces, and multi-use rooms, along with a second floor rear balcony for expanded living space.

This is a Planned Unit Development (PUD) so financing a condo in Rubicon Square is going to be easier than other condo Rubicon Squaredevelopments and are eligible for FHA loans. In addition, employees at Miami Valley Hospital may be eligible for a homestead assistance grant that helps with down payment and closing costs. MVH employees can learn more about a special down payment assistance program offered through the hospital by contacting Coretta Tengesdahl in the Human Resources Dept. HOA fees are $40.00/ month and cover snow removal, building maintenance, and the common landscaping.

As of writing this post, Simms Development told me they have 4 unfinished homes available, 1 “market” home available with about $8000.00 in upgrades, and the model home is still available in Rubicon Square. Financing is done through Union Savings, for details call lender Anne Walters at 937-291-2591.

If you would like to take a look at Rubicon Square condos, or any home for sale in the Fairgrounds Neighborhood, talk to your Realtor, or I would be happy to set up a showing for you- my contact information is below. In addition, the 1 bedroom 20140829_141209Brickstone model at Patterson Square is going to be open to the public during Urban Nights on Sept 12, Sharon Hansford told me that they’ve had zero turnover on the “maintenance free” townhouses in Patterson Square in the 3 years they’ve been built. A testament to how livable and desirable these homes and the downtown location is.

6th Annual Run.Walk.Jog for Sickle Cell Disease

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kx6layplitz7vdg2v8strwsng0dgvpalOn Saturday, September 6th the program begins at 10am with a releasing of the doves ceremony in memory of lost loved ones, health screenings, vendors, food and music.  Unfortunately, there is no universal cure for sickle cell and currently 3,500 Ohioans suffer with sickle cell disease. An estimated 2.5 million Americans carry the sickle cell trait. 

Celebrate The Good In Your Neighborhood With Mayor’s Grant!

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neighborhoodWhat makes your Dayton neighborhood special?  Showcase the reasons for your neighborhood pride by highlighting your good food, great sportsmanship, music, craft or festival event.  You may be awarded a grant of up to $500 form The Dayton Mayor’s Fund of the Dayton Foundation.

 

Grant Guidelines
Purpose: To celebrate the GOOD in your Dayton Neighborhood with a culturally-focused
on-site event that might feature music, dance, food, games, sports, theater, poetry – something that speaks to your neighborhood (and/or partnering neighborhood(s)).

 

Amount: A maximum of $500 per event may be awarded to purchase consumable supplies for the event.
Eligibility: Applicant must be an IRS recognized 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, or apply through a fiscal agent with an organization that has such designation; e.g. another Dayton neighborhood with a 501(c)(3) designation, a place of worship with said designation, or a neighborhood agency that is a non-profit organization.
Reporting Requirements: A final report with receipts attached for the grant money expended will be due thirty (30) days after the date of the event.
Application: The grant application may be downloaded at www.dayton.gov/mayorsfund or requested from Keith Klein, Cultural Coordinator, City of Dayton, via e-mail at  [email protected] or by calling (937) 333- 3812.
Deadline: Completed grant application and required tax identification document may be e-mailed, mailed, or hand delivered and must be postmarked or received no later than 4pm. on Friday, December 19, 2014. Applicants will be notified of awards on Monday, February 2, 2015.
Review Committee: Applications will be reviewed by a selection committee of  community volunteers and ranked on criteria.

Grant Application Contact:
Mr. Keith Klein
Cultural Coordinator
101 West Third Street #430
PO Box 22
Dayton, Ohio 45401-0022

Register For Buttercream 5K by 9/4 To Get The T-shirt

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buttercream-festivalProceeds of the Buttercream 5K that kicks off from Marina Drive on Sat, 9/13/14 will go to benefit the West Carrollton Merchants Association Scholarship Fund.  Finish with tasty Buttercream treats!  Awards offered to the top three overall Female and Male. Medals in age groups 14 & under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 and over.

Champioin Guitarist Mark Kroos Plays Canal Public House

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mark-kroos-6Guitar champion Mark Kroos plays two guitar necks at the same time with a tapping technique that involves both hands fretting the strings. It creates a very explosive and energetic genre that is as entertaining to watch as it is to listen to. In July 2011, Mark won Guitar Player Magazine’s International Guitar Superstar Competition in Nashville and has since shared the stage with artists like Sister Hazel, Edwin McCain and Phil Keaggy. Mark has also picked up sponsorships from Ovation Guitars, D’Addario Strings and Kyser Musical Products.

“Mark Kroos plays with a sensitivity to the music and positive energy that is truly refreshing.”

Muriel Anderson

1989 International Fingerstyle Guitar Champion

Originally from Lansing, MI but currently based in Charlotte, NC, Mark has been touring extensively for the past four years in the US and Canada as an independent artist without record label affiliation.  He has released 2 full-length instrumental guitar albums, And Grace Will Lead Me Home and Down Along the Lines of Joy.  A new album is currently in the works for Mark which will include his arrangements of songs like Canon in D and Dueling Banjos.

Videos of Mark performing are available at www.markkroos.com. His video, “Mark Kroos Plays Dueling Banjos From Deliverance by Himself” recently went viral on social media and has seen success on sites like The Chive and Ebaum’s World.

Mark’s show at Canal Public House will include his own original material, both instrumental and vocal, as well as covers of popular tunes like Folsom Prison Blues, My Heart Will Go On, and of course, Dueling Banjos.  

“I closed my eyes and heard more than one guitarist…It’s obvious that Mark is never musically alone.”

Phil Keaggy

Grammy-Nominated Guitarist

The Canal Public House is located at

308 E. 1st St  Dayton, OH 45402

 Date: Friday, Sept 5th
Music begins at 9:30 PM
Admission: $10