Archives for August 2015

Fifth Street Brewpub Celebrates Ohio Beer Challenge

August 31, 2015 By Dayton Most Metro

Earn a Drink Up Ohio (DUO) metal pint glass by drinking just 20 beers at the brewpub–five each from FSB, Cincinnati, Columbus, and Cleveland. You’ll have the whole month of September to accomplish this goal.

How to play – First ask any friendly FSB employee for an official DUO Playing Card. With each beer you drink in September, your server will stamp it. Then return your completed card with 20 beers stamped to FSB no later than September 30th and qualify to receive your Drink Up Ohio metal pint glass. Please provide your name, email address, and phone number when you submit your completed card. Your metal pint glass will be ready for pick up on November 1st.

These great Ohio brewers will be featured throughout the month:

WEEK 1: Cincinnati
MadTree Brewing * Christian Moerlein Brewing Co. * Rhinegeist Brewery * Rivertown Brewing Company * Taft’s Ale House * Tap and Screw Brewery * and some surprise tappings and food pairings from FSB!

WEEK 2: Columbus
Land Grant Brewing Company * The Actual Brewing Company * North High Brewing * Wolf’s Ridge Brewing * Jackie O’s Brewery * Seventh Son Brewing Company * and some surprise tappings and food pairings from FSB!

WEEK 3: Cleveland
Thirsty Dog Brewing Company * Great Lakes Brewing Company * The Brew Kettle Taproom and Smokehouse * Fat Head’s Brewery * Hoppin’ Frog Brewery * Maumee Bay Brewing Company * and some surprise tappings and food pairings from FSB!

WEEK 4 AND THE REMAINDER OF SEPTEMBER: Ohio
We will have a combination of beers on tap from Cincinnati, Columbus, and Cleveland, as well as our Fifth Street Brewpub beers from right here in Dayton. If you missed any beers from weeks 1 through 3 you will have plenty of time to stop in to FSB and complete your Drink Up Ohio card!

For Women Only: Self Defense Training!

August 31, 2015 By Melissa Ledinsky

Ladies of Dayton, this is a special invitation! Total Taekwondo and Fitness, (TTF), will be hosting a women’s only self-defense and empowerment class on Tuesday, September 1 from 6:00 pm until 7:00 pm. This is definitely something you do not want to miss. Grab your girls and head over to TTF to learn how to defend yourself against common attacks, refuse to be a victim, and go home safe!

This class is open to all women ages 15 years and older. The investment is $20, and also includes the optional Hit & Fit Boxing/Kickboxing class after the self defense training at 7:00 p.m. This is one fantastic evening, learn priceless skills and take a fitness class! The training will give you practical and realistic survival skills to keep you and your loved ones safe, while improving your overall awareness and physical fitness. Techniques are designed with your total protection in mind. Some of the things you will gain from this experience are: improved situational awareness, striking effectively and powerfully, defending against common chokes, grabs, holds, etc. Empower yourself in taking the first steps towards a safer and confident you!

Head Master Christina Bayley will be leading the class. Master Bayley is the owner of TTF and has over 35 years of training in Taekwondo, Self-Defense, Boxing, Krav Maga, and Olympic Taekwondo! She is a sixth degree black belt in the martial art of Taekwondo. She is a former national sparring team member with experience fighting in over twenty countries. Master Bayley has also served as a national team coach and is currently a member of an advisory board to the Olympic Taekwondo Team coach selection process. She was also in the first group of American Taekwondo Masters to attend and pass the International Instructor’s course at the Kukkiwon (headquarters of Taekwondo in Korea). Needless to say, Master Bayley really knows her stuff!

Ladies this is one event that has far reaching benefits, and it is only for women. Build confidence, awareness, and most of all, learn how to feel comfortable defending yourself. Extra bonus: a fitness class that is sure to make you sweat and feel great! Let’s get out, get moving, and learn to stay safe at TTF!

Free Admission For Servicemen & Women For Call To Duty Exhibition

August 31, 2015 By Dayton Most Metro

The Dayton Art Institute will honor those who have served in the United States military with a special offer for the exhibitions Call to Duty: World War Posters and Tears of Stone: World War I Remembered, Photographs by Jane Alden Stevens.

On the first three Thursdays in September, all veterans, as well as active-duty, discharged and retired military personnel, will receive free admission to the exhibitions.

“The Dayton Art Institute is celebrating a ‘Year of American Art’ in 2015, and Call to Duty gives us the opportunity to recognize current and former military personnel who have given so much to protect our country,” says The Dayton Art Institute’s Director & CEO Michael R. Roediger.

Free admission to the special exhibitions will be offered on:

Thursday, September 3, 11:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Thursday, September 10, 2015, 11:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Thursday, September 17, 2015, 11:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Active, discharged and retired military personnel may show their military ID or DD-214 at the Guest Services Desk on those days to receive a free ticket for the exhibitions. This offer is good for one free adult admission per visit. Accompanying family members and friends may purchase exhibition tickets at the discounted rate of $11 adults and $9 seniors (age 60+). Exhibition admission is $6 youth (ages 7-17) and free for children 6 and under. Medically necessary caregivers will not be charged.

Call to Duty includes more than 80 original images from both World Wars that helped promote a variety of homefront efforts during the wars. The exhibition also includes related items on loan from the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force and the Dayton Chapter of the American Red Cross, as well as other original items, such as signed photographs of five-star generals and war bond books with local connections.

The companion exhibition, Tears of Stone, features haunting, large-format photos by Cincinnati photographer Jane Alden Stevens, depicting monuments, cemeteries and battlegrounds of World War I.

Both exhibitions are on view at The Dayton Art Institute through October 4.

For more information about the exhibitions, visit www.daytonartinstitute.org/calltoduty or call the museum at 937-223-4ART (4278).

Call to Duty and Tears of Stone are presented with support from Benefactor Sponsor Premier Health, Patron Sponsors DP&L, U.S. Bank and Wanda and Bill Lukens, Supporting Sponsors Suzi and Jeff Mikutis, Miller-Valentine Group, and the White Allen Family of Dealerships, with additional support from School of Advertising Art, Square One Salon and Spa, University of Dayton, Jessup Wealth Management and Taft/.

Call to Duty has been organized by the Reading Public Museum, Reading, PA, with additional loans provided by the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force, Red Cross Dayton, and private collections.

Top 10 Ways You Can Celebrate International Bacon Day!

August 31, 2015 By Guest Contributor

I’m sorry, I don’t mean to shout, but I can’t help it… International Bacon Day is coming up!! I’m excited. Are you excited? You should be excited! It comes but once a year, folks. Like Christmas. Or Super Bowl Sunday. Or Thanksgiving. Only this holiday is ALL ABOUT THE BACON. One day a year to truly celebrate your love for bacon. Think of all the turkey you eat on Thanksgiving–and you don’t even really like turkey!

But you love bacon, and you need to do right by bacon on bacon’s special day. Don’t hold back on bacon’s holiday. Break out of your usual bacon routine. Give everything you can to bacon on this day of all days, and make bacon proud. Fryin’ up some store-bought bacon and eating it with your eggs isn’t gonna cut it. Not this time. Not on Bacon’s Day!

If you’re wondering how you can do right by bacon, I’ll tell you how. I’ll give you 10 glorious ways to indulge your bacon love and spread the bacon joy this International Bacon Day!

10. Cure your own bacon

It’s not hard to make your own bacon. Really, it’s not. Imagine being able to determine exactly how your bacon tastes, and exactly how thick each slice is. It all starts with an uncured slab of bacon. You can get one at your grocery store or from your local butcher. He or she will probably be so happy that you’re asking for a slab of bacon, they’ll probably strike up a conversation with you about it and offer their advice on how to cure it. Or you can read this previous post about how to cure bacon.

9. Eat Bacon With Every Meal

Breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks. Start off the morning by cookin’ up a pound (or 2 or 3 or 7) of bacon and add it to your meals throughout the day. Bacon and eggs for breakfast. A BBBBBLT for lunch. Candied bacon for a snack and some bacon-wrapped filet for dinner. See how easy it is? Want someone else to cook for you on Bacon Day? Use the new Wordmap on Yelp to find the bacon in your neighborhood!

8. Join a Bacon of the Month Club

Is there anything better than getting bacon delivered to you every month? There’s really nothing better that I can think of. Unless magical bacon elves could also show up at your door and cook the bacon for you… Get your hooves on a Bacon of the Month Club!

7. Introduce a vegetarian to vegetarian “bacon” products

Did you know there are lots of “bacon” products that have no actual bacon in them? Here’s a list of non-meatatarian products that your vegetarian friends would love to know about. Bacon hot sauce, bacon flavored syrup, bacon seasoning, bacon popcorn, bacon cheese straws, bacon soda, bacon pretzels, bacon lip balm, bacon dental floss, bacon cologne, bacon soda and bacon soap!

6. Make Bacon-Infused Bourbon

If you’re a bacon fan and a cocktail drinker, you’ve gotta try making bacon-infused bourbon. Read our previous post on the process here. Not a bourbon fan? Just use your favorite type of alcohol and create your own bacon cocktail concoctions.

5. Cook a Recipe from “Bacon Nation”

Are all of your bacon ideas dried up in the recipe department? Order a copy of “Bacon Nation” and find 125 new bacony good recipes to inspire you in the kitchen! Like Bacon Peanut Toffee, or Bacon Swizzle Sticks.

Credit: Bacon Nation Cook Book

4. Make a Bacon Dessert

If you’ve never tried a bacon dessert, what are you waiting for? If you think that bacon and sweets don’t go together, don’t knock it until you’ve tried it. Because savory salty bacon just loves some sweet sugar accompaniment. For those who love dark chocolate and nuts in their dessert, try our Bacon Almond Fudge recipe. Need a gluten-free recipe? Try our Peanut Butter & Bacon Cookies! Or go All-American with our Bacon Weave Apple Pie. Or try Maple Bacon Caramels.

3. Throw a Bacon Tasting Party

When the theme is Bacon, there’s no limit to the types of parties that you can throw. Have a bacon tasting party! Buy several different types of bacon, cook them up, and sample all the different flavors of bacon. Pair each one with a specific dish or appetizer. Or pair bacon and wine. Or bacon and beer! Or bacon and cocktails, utilizing some of that bacon infused-booze you created in #6 (see above). Here are some appetizers we made at our last Tasting Party.

2. Create Your Own Bacon Recipe

What’s your second favorite food? You know, the one that comes right after bacon? Okay, whatever that food is, imagine how much better it would be with your first favorite food. If you answered “chocolate,” make some chocolate covered bacon. If you said “cheese,” make some cheesy bacon bombs. If you said PB&J, make a PBB&J. Heck, make a PBBBBBB&J! On Bacon’s holiday, it’s okay to go crazy! Here are a couple of favorite recent recipes from other blogs to help inspire you.

1.Attend the Bacon Festival in San Diego

Is there any better place to be on International Bacon Day than a Bacon Festival? None that we can think of. If you’re lucky enough to live in the San Diego area, the San Diego Bacon Fest is THE place to be on Bacon Day. Or if you’re on the east coast, you can head to the BaconFest VA in Roanoke, Virginia.

We want to hear how YOU will be celebrating International Bacon Day this year. Leave your ideas and photos in the comments section.

This post authored by Boss Hog from Bacon Today

DMM Wants to send you Into The Woods Ticket Giveaway

August 30, 2015 By Dayton Most Metro

Dare to Defy Productions will open their 2015-16 season with Stephen Sondheim’s Tony Award-winning Broadway musical Into The Woods In this show you’ll meet characters from several Brothers Grimm fairy tales that weave together story lines taken from “Little Red Riding Hood”, “Jack and the Beanstalk”, “Rapunzel”, and “Cinderella.”

All these tales are woven together by an original story that involves a Baker and his Wife who wish to have a child, Cinderella who wishes to attend the King’s Festival, and Jack who wishes his cow would give milk. When the Baker and his wife learn that they cannot have a child because of a Witch’s curse, the two set off on a journey to break the curse. Everyone’s wish is granted, but the consequences of their actions return to haunt them later with disastrous results

Cast includes:
Jack – Evan Benjamin
Jack’s Mother – Amy Brown
Baker – Ray Zupp
Baker’s Wife – Kelsey Hopkins
Witch – Mimi Klipstine
Cinderella’s Prince/Wolf – Bobby Mitchum
Rapunzel – Jackie Darnell
Rapunzel’s Prince – A.J. Breslin
Cinderella– Natalie Sanders
Cinderella’s Mother/Granny/Giant – Tia R. Seay
Cinderella’s Stepmother – Amy Askins
Florinda – Mackensie Vonderbrink
Lucinda – Katie Hubler
Steward – Zach King
Cinderella’s Father – Jeffrey Campbell
Puppeteers: Eric Arntz and Juliet Howard-Welch

Into The Woods are 8pm on September 4th and 2pm and 8pm on September 5th, 2015. Tickets can be purchased online at my.ticketcenterstage.com or by calling the Box Office at 1-888-228-3630.

DMM has a pair of ticket for each showing to giveaway.

If you’d like to be our guest, tell us why and which show you prefer in the comments below and fill out this online form as well. Our contest is over, Congrats to Alicia, Chad and Donna!

Next up for Dare to Defy Productions:

Godspell will be presented in the Mathile Theatre, located in the Schuster Center, at 8pmon October 16th and 23rd and 2pm and 9pm on October 17th and 24th, 2015.

‘Outside Mullingar’ Review – Dayton Theatre Guild – Learning to Love

August 29, 2015 By Russell Florence, Jr.

The Dayton Theatre Guild’s 71st season opens with an outstanding local premiere of John Patrick Shanley’s 2014 Tony Award-nominated dramedy “Outside Mullingar,” a poignant look at romance between fortysomethings on a cattle and sheep farm in rural Ireland.

(l to r) Dave Nickel as Tony Reilly, Mike Beerbower as Anthony Reilly, Teresa Connair as Rosemary Muldoon, and Connie Fowler Strait as Aoife Muldoon in the Dayton Theatre Guild’s local premiere of John Patrick Shanley’s 2014 Tony Award-nominated romantic comedy “Outside Mullingar” (Contributed photo)

Deftly directed by David Shough, “Outside Mullingar,” sharing an Irish kinship to the plays of Martin McDonagh in terms of intimate authenticity, carries itself as contemporary (it begins in 2008) although it has a wonderful throwback quality at its core as if it could have been written 40 years ago. Neighbors Anthony Reilly and Rosemary Muldoon have been lifelong pals but due to mutual awkwardness and fear they never acted upon their obvious attraction, especially the shy, introverted and virginal Anthony whose heart remains crushed by the rejection he faced as a teenager from local lass Fiona. It is only through prodding and encouragement from the determined Rosemary, particularly in the excellently written final scene, that Anthony is able to release himself from his lonely, emotional shell and simply accept the possibilities a meaningful relationship can bring. As so, I can’t help but link Anthony to Robert in Stephen Sondheim’s “Company” considering both bachelors ultimately realize “alone is alone – not alive.”

Shanley, very adept at creating gender conflicts as evidenced in his Academy Award-winning screenplay for “Moonstruck” and his Tony and Pulitzer Prize-winning drama “Doubt,” is truly at his best when Anthony and Rosemary’s bickering, flavorful bond is front and center. Less successful is his subplot about property and family rivalry commonly addressed by Anthony’s gruff father Tony and Rosemary’s gentle mom Aoife. The strip of land dividing the two farms has significance as backstory but doesn’t necessarily engage. Even so, Tony and Aoife are genuinely charming catalysts for comedy with a slight Archie and Edith Bunker sensibility.

Mike Beerbower, in his remarkable Guild debut, fully embraces Anthony’s idiosyncrasies and good-natured persona to deliver a terrifically sensitive and endearing portrayal packaged in fidgety beauty. The stellar Teresa Connair, in one of her most expressive, intuitive and understated performances, captivates to the hilt especially as the opinionated, feisty and humorous Rosemary (who particularly feels the Bible should be renamed “The Book of Ugly Stories”) tries to dissect Anthony’s indifference throughout and strongly advises Tony not to be so unsympathetic about Anthony and his commitment to the Reilly farm. Dave Nickel, who appeared in Shough’s production of “An Inspector Calls” last season, is delightfully persnickety overall but becomes particularly powerful toward the end of the play in a tear-jerking scene with Beerbower that finds Tony in need of late night confession. Connie Fowler Strait, in her enjoyable Guild debut, tenderheartedly accents the cast as the likable if underwritten Aoife.

In addition, Shough serves as co-scenic designer with Chris Newman, who returns to the Guild having terrifically designed “Heartbreak House” and “An Inspector Calls.” The efficiently cozy unit sets they created breezily serve the material and are swiftly handled by the stage crew in some of the finest scene changes ever witnessed at the Guild. In fact, the nearly breathtaking final transition feels impressively cinematic. Shough also serves as lighting designer and effectively partners with K.L. Storer to contribute sound design.

“You can’t live against your life,” Rosemary warns Anthony. There is compelling truth in her statement and the overriding fact that this crowd-pleasing production is absolutely unforgettable.

“Outside Mullingar” continues through Sept. 6 at the Dayton Theatre Guild, 430 Wayne Ave., Dayton. Performances are Fridays at 8 p.m., Saturdays at 5 p.m., and Sundays at 3 p.m. The play is performed in 1 hour and 40 minutes without intermission. Tickets are $20 for adults, $18 for seniors and $13 for students. Call (937) 278-5993 or visit www.daytontheatreguild.org.

Treadway’s Gardens: On the Vine Since ’69

August 28, 2015 By Dayton937 2 Comments

Mrs and Mr Treadway, Owners of Treadway’s Garden since 1969

93 year old Frank Treadway sits in the shade, on a swing with his wife, in front of his Centerville farm and produce stand. He talks about getting married in 1946, and driving from his Cumberland Kentucky home to Dayton on his honeymoon.. He and his wife fell in love with Dayton, and the rest as they say, is history. And what a history it is, Treadway’s Garden, on State Route 48 near Social Row Rd., has left a legacy of fresh farm produce through 3 generations.

The whole family is involved, even grandkids, students and part time adults. The result is a haven of produce and flowers that has become a staple in Centerville.

Treadway’s Gardens is a favorite stop of Chef House, The Big Ragu and Hungry Jax. Why? The inviting atmosphere, the great local fruits and veggies. And finally, of course the friendly service is the clincher. You feel welcome, they treat you like family. It is a true joy to stop by the garden and see what’s happening.

And who better that the Food Adventures Crew to give you the inside scoop on Treadway’s!

HERE’S THE SKINNY:

— TREADWAY’S GARDEN is located at 10245 Dayton Lebanon Pike, in Washington Township/ Centerville

Ripe, Red Tomatoes ready for salad, sauce or slicing

— Treadway’s Hours – 7 days a week , 10am – 7pm, Memorial day thru Halloween.

During Sept and Oct., they usually stay open until 6pm.

Don’t forget they sell Frazier Fur Christmas trees from North Carolina in the winter !

— A true family owned business. Mr. and Mrs. Treadway started selling produce at the farm in 1969. Today their three children all have a hand in the farm. Stephanie has been running the operations for the past 9 years. Her brother Jeff tends to the bees, and honey making. Janet, who recently retired form teaching, is now involved with the farm too! All of the grandkids and that have lived in the area have worked at the garden and benefited in a lot of ways. They learned the meaning of hard work and family values. Mr. Treadway told Big Ragu, “If you wan’t to lose that belly, I can get you working here picking some produce in the field.” Farm chores are a heck of a workout.

Chef House tours the farm with Stephanie Treadway Wilson

–— Stephanie Treadway Wilson took us on a tour of the 10 acre farm. They rotate farming 5 acres each year. We saw the bees and an old smoker near the farm house. Those cluster of structures are some of the oldest buildings in Montgomery county.

— They have a “pick your own” option for some of the vegetables throughout the summer. In past decades, adults would mostly do this, in recent years, there has been a trend where parents take their kids to the field to help them learn about freshly grown fruits and vegetables. There motto is “Our garden is your garden.” Each child who comes to the garden gets a free Zinnia Flower from the farm. They make you feel welcome at every turn.

Treadway’s is very kid friendly !

— There are also some local sauces, jams, etc. for sale at the garden, including Housemade Sriracha and Housemade Hot Honey, which of course our close to our heart.

— Giving back to the community – Treadway’s supports many local organizations such as MDA and Alzheimers local charities. The Big Ragu can remember when he worked MDA fundraising events from 1994-2002, the Treadway family would donate much of the concession stand produce used for hamburger and sausage toppings. Stephanie’s 3 children all worked for the MDA camp as well. The family is humble and quiet about their local charity involvement, but we want to sing those praises here.

Now it is time to taste some of the bountiful harvest. They are all fresh and delicious products, but we have our faves.

Without further delay, here at the MUST EATS at Treadway’s Garden !

Take a bite out of the delicious peaches, at Treadway’s

MUST EATS:

— PEACHES: The cleanest, plumpest, juiciest peaches known to man are here. We find ourselves unable to get to the car before taking a chomp out of one of the peaches we bought. Freshness in every bite, tell us what you think after trying one of these gems. Hungry Jax and The Big Ragu recommend these as favorites.

— NATURAL HONEY: Made on site from bees on site ! Mr Treadway himself and son Jeff tend to the bees. The result is your benefit, with some of the tastiest honey you have ever tried. On toast, or drizzled over good food, you cant go wrong. We also love cooking with this stuff!

— SWEET CORN: Some of the best in the area and 50 cents per ear. Like all of Treadway’s produce, you can count on them to be beautiful, fresh and delicious. We have been making them 3 ways this summer: steaming, boiling and grilling the corn in the husk. It kicks your cookouts up a notch. So sweet, so delicious, we add a bit of butter and salt and as Jackie Gleason said .. “How sweet it is !” The Big Ragu highly recommends this corn on the cob!

Lots of Pepper Choices from Hot to Not

— CANTALOUPES: Hungry Jax says you cant go wrong with the cantaloupe at Treadway’s Garden. Juicy, fresh and beautiful, they make the healthiest of summer time treats and eats. A versatile fruit, this deliciousness goes well with practically any meal.

— TOMATOES : Giant, plump and juicy tomatoes in trays adorn the greeting area. The display speaks for itself. Slice them up alone with some salt or sugar, or use them in a salad. We prefer a slice with our grilled burgers. Also, Hungry Jax and Big Ragu like them for helping make the perfect marinara sauce. Here is a Food Adventure tip from Chef House: The 50% off tomato bin is great!

— ONIONS: Some of the best looking, large onions around are found here. We asked Mr Treadway, what is your favorite thing on the farm? He answered, :Onions and tomatoes! You can make a meal with them by themselves.” You know what, he is right. Listen to the expert with 68 years of farming experience.

Green Peppers

— SUPER CHILE PEPPERS: These are some very tasty peppers. They are grown like Thai chilies, pointing up towards the sky, but they are in the cayenne family, which are not as hot as Thai Chiles. Chef House knows good, spicy food, and she says these peppers are perfect for cooking.

— CAYENNE PEPPERS: You have never seen cayenne peppers this big. Chef House recommends these magnificent looking peppers to give some heat to your summer cooking. Truth be told, Chef House also walks around sometimes, munching on these peppers. Now that’s a hot habit.

— PUMPKINS: Chef House is always impressed and obsessed with the beautiful pumpkins at Treadway’s. Carving or cooking, you have found the perfect local place to grab your Halloween and Thanksgiving Pumpkin needs

Sweet Corn at Treadway’s Garden on State Route 48 in Centerville

What’s on the horizon for Treadway’s Gardens? Frank’s grandson (Stephanie’s son) Taylor is being groomed to eventually take a more leading role in operations. One of his current additions to the mix, is putting Treadway’s produce in the Oakwood Farmer’s Market. This has helped introduce more Dayton people to their amazing goods.
What is the secret to 46 years of successful farming and produce sales?

Frank Treadway says “word of mouth,” and points to the customers who were sitting and talking to each other. He feels the inviting atmosphere makes customers comfortable and coming back for more.

Stephanie says passion plays a big part too. “If a person has passion for what they are doing they will succeed. It seems that success comes if you are passionate about anything you do and are a well rounded person.” Great advice from one of Centerville’s iconic families.

Make sure you visit Treadway’s Garden, have a seat in the shade, and enjoy the field of dreams yourself.

Please browse the photos below and see what the garden has to offer.

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Seedless Watermelons

Gorgeous flowers for sale

Thank you for 46 years !

Up close cherry tomatoes

Stacks of tomatoes

Peppers Galore

Check out the garden

Decisions, decisions

Treadway’s garden

Kids love Treadway’s !

BUZZ BUZZ, bee keeper !

Look at that swarm

93 years young Frank, and his daughter Stephanie

Wish Well restaurant original dressing recipe – it was where Las Piramedes is

Look at those beauties

Mums the word

Oh honey

Nice Bouquets

Peaches and Herbs

Candy Onions

Chef House in the middle of Treadway’s gardens

Fall display

Tomatoes

None of your BEES NEEZZ

Treadway’s Decor

Full spread

50% off Tomato Bin – Chef House’s tip !

Kids swing

Squash

Are you out of your gourd?

Sauces, jams, dressings and honey

Onions – the best !

Lots of great, local produce

Sweet Peppers

Squash and Onions

Hot Peppers

Cucumbers!

Half Runner Beans – pick your own if you want

Cabbage – beautiful

Welcome to The Garden !

Dayton Airport Brings Back Public Phones

August 28, 2015 By Dayton Most Metro

Dayton International Airport has brought back a traveler convenience that had virtually disappeared in recent years–public telephones. Nine telephones are now located throughout the airport, including one in the pre-security/baggage claim area. The phones may be used free of charge, though long distance charges must be paid (calling cards may be purchased at any of the airport’s news and gift shops).

“Nearly everyone carries a cell phone today, of course,” said Director of Aviation Terry Slaybaugh. “But every now and then a cell battery dies, or a phone may be needed for any number of reasons. Dayton International Airport is happy to provide this convenience.” Each phone is accompanied by a video monitor showing phone use instructions and informational messaging from the airport.

Emergency calls are forwarded to the airport police, and the airport information desk is also accessible from the phones.

For more information on Dayton International Airport, including airline service information, go to flydayton.com

End of Summer Weekend Fun!

August 28, 2015 By Melissa Ledinsky

Daytonians this weekend is shaping up to be full of fun outdoor events for the whole family! The end of the summer is ripe with activities, time to get out and enjoy the season with some unique experiences. Summer fun on the farm festival, a very special corn maze, and a volleyball tournament that supports an honorable cause are all happening this weekend right here in your home town!

The Summer Fun on the Farm Festival will be held at Bonnybrook Farms on

Saturday, August 29th. Come out to one of the most beautiful farms in the tri-state area and enjoy a whole day of activity, fun, and of course, food! There is something for everyone at this festival from a 5K trail run/walk throughout 370 acres of beautiful farmland, a delightful lineup of live country music including the Noah Smith Band, Wilder and 90 Proof Twang, mouth-watering BBQ, farm fresh sides, desserts and ice cream, fun of the farm activities and contests for all ages. The cost is $5-$10 and begins at 10:00 am until 8:00 pm. The cost is $5-$10 and begins at 10:00 am until 8:00 pm. Bonnybrook Farms has been celebrating Ohio’s rich agricultural heritage for over 45 years and is one of the finest equestrian centers in the Midwest. This festival is definitely worth attending on Saturday!

Young’s Jersey Dairy now has a very special corn maze. This maze was named after Cowvin, the baby of the Cow Family, and he has created a family fun maze. The maze is created from over 150,000 square feet (more than 3½ acres) of cornfield and has over one mile of paths. Cowvin’s Corny Maze goes through the big cornfield and has many twists, dead-ends and tricky twists. Needless to say, it’s an adventure! Bring your comfortable athletic shoes because you will be in for a nice bout of exercise navigating this course. The maze is open this weekend, Saturday, August 29th and Sunday, August 30th from 11:00 am until 6:00 pm. After September 4th, the maze will be open daily during the same hours until October 31st. Ages 5 and up, the cost is $5.50 per person, children under 4 are free. After figuring out Cowvin’s Corny Maze some ice cream might be just hit the spot at Young’s Jersey Dairy!

The Fallen Warrior Memorial Sand Volleyball Tournament will take place on Saturday, August 29th at Setter’s Volleyball Club. Registration begins at 9:00 am, and the tournament officially gets under way at 10:00 a.m. All proceeds will benefit the construction of the Fallen Warrior Memorial Park at Wright Patterson Air Force Base. The memorial park honors local community members who have made the ultimate sacrifice for his or her country. This is a wonderful way to give back to those who gave so much not only for the community, also for the nation. Extra bonuses, spending a day outdoors being active and some awesome raffle prizes! Support your community and a very worthy cause all at the same time.

All of these events should keep you very busy this weekend! Farm festival fun, a corn maze expedition, and an honorable volleyball tournament. It’s time to get out and get moving Dayton!

DIARY OF A TEENAGE GIRL & Important Parking News at THE NEON

August 27, 2015 By Jonathan McNeal

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Hello Everyone.

A new, wonderful film that has garnered amazing critical response is now playing at THE NEON – THE DIARY OF A TEENAGE GIRL. In addition, we are holding the incredible film with Jason Segel – THE END OF THE TOUR as well as our biggest hit of 2015 – MR. HOLMES. To read more about our held-over titles, please visit our website at www.neonmovies.com.

Synopsis for THE DIARY OF A TEENAGE GIRL: “Like most teenage girls, Minnie Goetze (Bel Powley) is longing for love, acceptance and a sense of purpose in the world. Minnie begins a complex love affair with her mother’s (Kristen Wiig) boyfriend, “the handsomest man in the world,” Monroe (Alexander Skarsgard). What follows is a sharp, funny and provocative account of one girl’s sexual and artistic awakening, without judgment.” (taken from Sony Classics) Given 100% reviews from The New York Times, The Los Angeles Times, Washington Post and many more. Entertainment Weekly wrote, “…there are moments you’ll ache for Minnie and other ones where you’ll want to lock her away – it rings much truer than most coming-of-age stories.” Peter Travers of Rolling Stone wrote, “Powley is sensational, expertly blending hilarity and heartbreak. Her scenes with Wiig, sublime in her hard-won gravity, are unique and unforgettable. Just like the movie.” Click this LINK to visit the film’s official website.

The Deaf Community Resource Center is bringing a special, one-time screening of THE DEAF CLUB to town on Thursday, Sept. 24 at 7:30. This movie is completely done in sign language (though subtitles are available for those who don’t sign). “Deaf people have it all – friends, romance, fights, etc. – at their own club, where everyone uses sign language. Suddenly, the members face a situation where their precious club may have to close. Can they save the deaf club? Almost the entire production team is deaf or hard of hearing.” (taken from press notes) Tickets, just $10 each, will be available at THE NEON’s box office beginning Monday, Aug 24.

On Saturday, September 26 at Noon, Twentig, Inc. will host a special benefit screening and discussion of the film BELLE.” BELLE is a historical fictionalization of a true story about Dido Elizabeth Belle who was born of mixed race in the West Indies. She lived with her great uncle William Murray, the first Earl of Mansfield, Lord Chief Justice of England. Lord Mansfield’s decision on a case in 1786 in the English Courts led to the abolition of slavery in Britain. The film was inspired by the 1779 painting of Belle beside her cousin Lady Elizabeth Murray at Kenwood House.” (taken from press notes) Tickets are $30 each and come with admission to the film, the post-film discussion, a glass of wine and popcorn.

As many of you have noticed, we now share our parking lot with Drake’s Gym (a boxing and CrossFit gym now located in the former Greyhound building). This Saturday, the gym is hosting a big fundraising boxing match in our shared parking lot. This means that parking will not be available in that lot all day on Saturday. Please remember that we do validate for the Convention Center Parking Lot on Saturdays…so give yourselves a little extra time to find parking if you’re coming to see a film on Saturday afternoon/evening.

Thanks for your continued support.
We hope to see you this weekend!
Jonathan

SHOWTIMES for Friday, August 28 – Thursday, September 3:

THE END OF THE TOUR (R) 1 Hr 46 Min
Friday, Saturday: 2:30, 7:15, 9:40
Sunday: 2:30, 7:15
Monday – Thursday: 2:45, 7:40

MR. HOLMES (PG) 1 Hr 45 Min
Friday, Saturday, Sunday: 12:15, 4:50
Monday – Thursday: 5:15

THE DIARY OF A TEENAGE GIRL (R) 1 Hr 42 Min
Friday, Saturday: 12:20, 2:40, 5:00, 7:20, 9:40
Sunday: 12:20, 2:40, 5:00, 7:20
Monday – Thursday: 3:00, 5:20, 7:40

COMING SOON:
(All Dates Are Tentative. Dates Often Move And Sometimes Disappear.)
Sept. 4 – MISTRESS AMERICA
Sept. 11 – MERU
Sept. 18 – LEARNING TO DRIVE
Sept. 25 – GRANDMA
Oct. 2 – PHOENIX
TBD – JIMMY’S HALL

New Limited Release Frappuccinos at Starbucks

August 27, 2015 By Dayton Most Metro

Just as summer is coming to an end, Starbucks has introduced 2 brand new limited time Frappuccinos. The chain has dubbed these flavors the “Last Sip of Summer,” and you’ll be able to order them through September 7th at participating locations.

According to Starbucks, Blackberries & Crème brings together a blend of blackberries, vanilla bean, milk, and ice. The frosty delight is topped with whipped cream and cinnamon dolce sprinkled as a garnish.

The second flavor, Strawberry Shortcake, is a tasty reminder of the summertime dessert. It features a blend of strawberries with strawberry juice, vanilla bean, hazelnut syrup, and milk and ice. Just like the sweet baked confection, the Frappuccino flavor is topped with whipped cream.

And don’t worry the Pumpkin Spice Lattes are on deck!

World’s Greatest Pink Floyd Show Comes To Rose Music Center

August 26, 2015 By Dayton Most Metro

Brit Floyd – The World’s Greatest Pink Floyd Show, returns to North America in 2015 to launch its Space & Time World Tour its most ambitious show to date; with a spectacular new light show, an even bigger stage production. Celebrating five decades of Pink Floyd; from their creation in 1965 right through to the release of their brand new album, ‘The Endless River’; this amazing new show includes performances from all Pink Floyd’s biggest selling albums, including The Dark Side of the Moon, Wish You Were Here, Animals, The Wall and The Division Bell plus a host of other Pink Floyd musical surprises.

Pick something up this week and get stronger.

August 25, 2015 By Jason Harrison

You’ve heard the advice about grocery shopping, right? About how you should shop the outside aisles where most of the fresh fruits, vegetables, and meats reside? I like that advice. It’s simple and easy to understand. Shop where the real food is.

When it comes to exercise, allow me to give you some similar advice. Shop the outside aisles. Only in this case, you’re looking for free weights (your fruits, veggies, and meat) and not for the machines (your processed foods and children’s cereals).

You can make your muscles sore by sitting on a tricep extension machine and isolating one muscle group out of many. But soreness isn’t your goal when it comes to fitness; mobility, strength, body composition, bone density, and coordination are.

When you’re standing up and holding a thing, like a barbell, dumbbell, or kettlebell, and you lift that thing over your head, your body has to execute a complex set of operations to ensure that your spine doesn’t collapse on itself and your deltoids don’t get shredded apart. This complex movement helps you do everyday things better, like put a heavy thing on a tall shelf—or if you’re someone like a firefighter, pull a ceiling down.

Machines might make you feel safer, and you might even be able to make yourself sore using them, but I would much rather have a person who is new to fitness learn how to squat than sit on a leg extension or leg press machine. After all, every single one of us has to squat every single day. Why not learn how to do it properly, all the while building muscle and transforming your body composition?

I’m a personal trainer by trade, but I’ll let you in on a dirty little secret: you don’t need me to learn how to lift weights. If you have an injury history, would feel better about having expert supervision, or you’ve been having trouble on your own, of course hiring a good coach might be necessary. However, with a little perseverance, YouTube navigation skills, and Googling acumen you could probably figure out the basics on your own.

Below is a workout to get you started. You’ll notice it consists of a two-leg movement (the goblet squat), a horizontal press, a horizontal pull, a vertical press, and a vertical pull. If you did this sample workout, say, two days a week, you’d be off to a great start. I’d recommend three sets of ten repetitions for each exercise, resting a minute to ninety seconds in between each set and about two minutes in between each exercise. When you can lift the weight for three sets of ten, add five pounds the next time.

This is a beginner workout, which means if you’re dedicated to it you’ll outgrow it quickly and will need to move on to more advanced set and rep schemes (not to mention additional exercises). This is a good problem to have.

If you’re intimidated by the free weight section of your local gym, try out this framework and see how you do. My guess is you’ll get over your insecurity within one or two sessions and you’ll be well on your way to building a stronger, more mobile, and leaner body.

Goblet squat

Dumbbell bench press

Dumbbell row

Dumbbell overhead press

Lat pulldown

TEDx Dayton Returns Oct 16th

August 25, 2015 By Lisa Grigsby

In 2013 Larry & Marilyn Klaben lead the team that brought the TEDx talks to Dayton. More than 30 engaging speakers and performers took the stage during to unleash ideas that would Infuse and Inspire.

According to Dayton Daily News reporter Dave Larsen “More than 900 people attended the fast-paced, day-long forum, which featured more than 30 local speakers” who challenged us to follow the fear, find our voice, question the equation, get over ourselves, build memories, imagine a world with hate, embrace our past , move through the shadows, rewire our brains, adopt and date our city.

In 2014 there was a second sell out event, that promised to Explore, Exchange and Excite. In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, we were asked if we were OK with ourselves or prisoners of shame, seeing our reality, or creating something timeless, exploring bias and creating successful collaboration, if we have to be a jerk to win or were having an alien experience were we stopping the silence, embracing our driveway moments and wondering if glitter makes everything better.

Tonight the official kick off for speakers and sponsors was held to introduce the third edition of TEDx Dayton that will happen on Friday, October 16th:

Registration will be open to the public starting at 9 am Wednesday, August 26 and you can register for $50, which includes lunch or at the student rate (ID Required) for $18. Organizers expect another quick sell-out this year, so don’t procrastinate if you want to be part of the audience for TEDxDayton this year.

Women, Wisdom and Wellness

August 24, 2015 By Dayton Most Metro

Presented by Miami Valley Hospital and Good Samaritan Hospital

Tuesday, September 1 at the Dayton Marriott
Check-in: 5:30 pm.
Program, light dinner and activities: 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm

Topic: “Why Weight? Healthier Living Begins Today.” Whether you are overweight or underweight, working to reach your healthy weight can be one of the best things you can do for your physical and emotional health. It can reduce your risk of illness, improve sleep habits and energy levels, and heighten your self-esteem. Join us as we discuss women’s health risks associated with weight and what you can do to reduce your risk factors.

Join special guest emcee Kim Faris, radio host for B945 and BIG 106.5, at this free event including:

A panel featuring medical experts discussing potential women’s health risks associated with being overweight or underweight:

Susan Emmerling, MD – Obstetrics and Gynecology
Mukul Chandra, MD, FACC – Cardiology
Anoopa Hodges, DO – Internal Medicine

Health care and nutrition experts with tips to get started on a plan to reduce these risk factors and achieve your healthy weight:

Michelle Kitze, RD, LD – Dietitian
Stephanie Cooper, PT, DPT – Physical Therapist

Immediately following dinner and the panel discussion, enjoy “girls night out” activities including free health screenings, chair massages, spa services, a chance to win door prizes and more. While the event is free, registration is required by 8/25/15, sign up here.

Bourbon & Cigar Dinner at Dublin Pub

August 24, 2015 By Lisa Grigsby

Bourbon and Cigar lovers will gather at the Dublin Pub this Tuesday, August 25th for a fabulous dinner, with each course paired with a bourbon tasting and then you can wrap up your dinner with a fabulous cigar from The Market.

The dinner begins at 6pm and runs $50/person, a true bargain when you look at the value of the meal, liquor and cigars, which would cost you about double if priced individually.

Oh and did we mention that there will be door prizes supplied by the cigar and liquor distributors as well as The Dublin Pub?

First course: Hatfield & McCoy and shrimp and corn chowder

Second course: OYO 4 grain bourbon served with seasonal greens with candied pecans, mandarin oranges & a bourbon infused dressing

Third course: Buffalo Trace & a southern fried pork chop with bacon and collard greens

Fourth Course:Angels envy served with Bourbon bread pudding.