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Welcome Back Disco Era Cocktails!

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Pina Colada in a pineapple

You like Pina Coladas, right?

The 1970’s and 80’s were not good for cocktails. The primary drinkers of the time were trying to distance themselves from the cocktails of their parents, meaning that vermouth and bourbon were out and sweet liqueurs and vodka were in. The balance that classic cocktails enjoyed started to tilt to the sweet side and chemical side. Fresh herbs and squeezed juices were replaced by schnapps of all flavors and hues and juice from concentrate.

Bartending in that era took a nose dive as well. Instead of a career in hospitality, it was seen as a quick fix between “real” jobs. This is still true today, but the perception is changing as hospitality workers see a career path in the industry. The bartenders were not looking to create new cocktails, they were looking to pump out drinks as fast as they could, maybe juggle some bottles while they did it. The craft of making cocktails disappeared into a sea of blue curacao and bottled sour mix.

Fortunately, modern mixologists took the time to brush off some of these discarded cocktails and give them new life. The art of making your own sour elements and syrups have come back into fashion, and there is a class that can teach you how to make these cocktails taste much better than their disco-era counerparts. This class will teach updated recipes for:

  • Stinger Cocktail

    The Stinger is back!

    The Stinger – Brandy has a lovely flavor all of its own. Burying it with something artificial and syrupy like Crème de Menthe does not showcase its nuances. We will remake this cocktail with simple syrup and freshly muddled mint.

  • Pina Colada – It is very easy to head out and buy some premade Pina Colada mix. It is almost as easy, and better tasting, to use the original Coco Lopez and fresh pineapple juice to make one yourself!
  • Tequila Sunrise – Not a difficult one to make, but there are elements you can make on your own to enhance the flavor! No cheap tequila here and juice from concentrate here. We’ll use fresh squeezed orange juice and homemade grenadine to enhance this 80’s staple.
  • Appletini 2.0 – Will it be neon green? No. But neon colors have not been popular for a long time. You can still make a delightful apple cocktail with all-American Applejack, fresh pressed apple juice, and a little sour mix.

“Re Imagining the Cocktails of the 70’s and 80’s”, taking place at Scratch Event Catering on September 29th, will help you make all four of these cocktails, plus give you the recipes to take home for your next cocktail party! There will be some time appropriate snacks to munch on while we make drinks to sample and learn how simple it is to make some popular ingredients. Space is limited, so get your tickets soon!

TIFF 2015 – Day #8

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Victoria_(2015_film)_POSTERHello Everyone.

Today was the first day I didn’t have to get up terribly early, and that extra 45 minutes of sleep was much appreciated.

My day started off with a screening of a film that will be on the top of my list – SPOTLIGHT, directed by Tom McCarthy.  This is a newsroom procedural of the Boston Globe uncovering the Catholic Church scandal in 2001.  Starring Mark Ruffalo, Michael Keaton, Rachel McAdams and Liev Schreiber, this film has a great script, tight editing and at times plays like a thriller.  The material is certainly chilling – especially when one character states that when it comes to priests and pedophilia, it’s not just a few bad apples, it’s  “a recognizable psychiatric phenomenon.”  I think it could go the distance for numerous nominations this season.

VICTORIA, directed by Sebastian Schipper, was next on my list.  This 2+ hour film was done in one long, mobile take. It’s the story of a young woman who gets caught up with a group of guys after leaving a nightclub in Berlin.  She’s romantically interested in one of the guys, but the gang has a mission that night…and she ends up getting tangled up in a bank robbery.  Though the last 40 minutes are quite exhilarating, it takes a long time to get moving.  Because it’s one shot, we would never buy the protagonist’s motivations to join the guys on their heist if we didn’t have time for her to form a connection.  Thus we are forced to watch the set-up of their relationship in what would normally be trimmed down to 15 -20 minutes (instead it takes more than an hour – some of which is rather tedious).  The film is technically incredible and the performances are wonderful too…I just felt it went on too long – but I understand that’s part of the point.

JAMES WHITE, directed by Josh Mond, was my final film of the day.  Cynthia Nixon and Christopher Abbott both give incredible performances in this film about a walking powder keg who is taking care of his sick mother.  Abbott plays James –  a hot-headed, partying slacker with bursts of violence, and the performance is riveting.  The raw feel of the film truly puts us in the heart of New York without ever feeling like a triptych, and there are a couple powerful moments between mother and son which really cemented Josh Mond as a filmmaker to watch.   The director and cast were present for a Q&A, and Nixon was asked about her preparation for the part.  She spoke eloquently of having lost her mother to Cancer during the same year of shooting the film and of losing two close friends to AIDS in the 90’s…and how she was able to draw upon those bedside experiences to prepare for the role.

Only one more day!

Thanks for reading,

Jonathan

It’s PARK(ing) Day

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In cities around the globe today, artists, activists and citizens will temporarily transform metered parking spaces into public parks and other social spaces, as part of an annual event called “PARK(ing) Day.”
Originally invented in 2005 by Rebar, a San Francisco-based art and design studio, PARK(ing) Day challenges people to rethink the way streets are used and reinforces the need for broad-based changes to urban infrastructure. “In urban centers around the world, inexpensive curbside parking results in increased traffic, wasted fuel and more pollution,” says Rebar’s Matthew Passmore. “The planning strategies that generated these conditions are not sustainable, nor do they promote a healthy, vibrant human habitat. PARK(ing) Day is about re-imagining the possibilities of the urban landscape.”

 

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Photo by David Hurwitz

This year Garden Station’s Project Manager, Lisa Helm, has coordinated a park in front of Blind Bob’s in the Oregon District featuring kids activities and a noon concert by Todd the Fox. Bike Miami Valley has coordinated a park to demonstrate protected bike lanes on Second Street by Boston Stoker and will be giving out free 24-hour Link passes to use any time. MetroParks is loaning plants for the day and Green Velvet Sod Farms has donated sod, which will end up at Garden Station. This is the seventh year Dayton will participate in the event, which promotes green space for people over space for cars.

 
Since 2005, the project has blossomed into a worldwide grassroots movement: PARK(ing) Day 2011 – the last year statistics were collected — included 975 “PARK” installations in more than 160 cities in 35 countries on six continents. Though PARK(ing) Day now longer tracks the number of PARKs each year, the project continues to expand to urban centers across the globe.

 
PARK(ing) Day is an “open-source” user-generated invention created by independent groups around the globe who adapt the project to champion creative, social or political causes that are relevant to their local urban conditions. More information regarding local PARK(ing) Day activities can be found at facebook and a global map of all participating cities are available on the PARK(ing) Day website, at parkingday.org.

Bonz Live in Concert AT Oddbody’s

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6451x7hczovuriht44ikc4iaay28r1v4Lead vocalist Bonz was the original frontman of Stuck Mojo who trail blazed the rap-rockgenre by melding their heavy metal-bred Southern heritage with a blend of metal, rock, and hip-hop. Formed in 1989 by guitarist Rich Ward, Stuck Mojo set out to experiment with this genre-blending musical hybrid, inspired by bands such as the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Faith No More, Run DMC and Black Sabbath

Here’s Your Guide For The Taste of Troy

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Troy Main Street, in conjunction with the Walk to End Alzheimer’s is proud to announce the 2015 Taste of Troy presented by Gordon Orthodontics on Saturday, September 19th from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM.  The event is held annually in downtown to showcase Troy’s many local restaurants.

Visitors to the event can sample the culinary stylings of more than 17 hometown restaurants, enjoy craft beer and local wines in the new beer and wine garden sponsored by Country Concert, listen to live music provided by Square Roots Records, shop at the Downtown Farmers Market which, open until 2 p.m., and check out the plethora of downtown shops.

There will be plenty of familiar faces this year including La Piazza, The Caroline, Basil’s, and Winans, and several new participants including Loudmouth Burgers and The Duck Wagon.  “Tastes” will include a diverse array of menu items featuring up to three different offerings from each participating restaurant.  Guests can expect Italian, American, Mexican, desserts, drinks, and several other types of cuisine.

“This is an exciting year for us with a new footprint for the event, with food booths lining Main Street, between Plum and the traffic circle, and of course the beer and wine garden”  states Stephanie Silk, Marketing and Events coordinator for Troy Main Street.  “The Taste of Troy is always a vibrant and fun event for our community and we hope that with the new layout, restaurant line up, and the addition of the beer and wine garden, more people will be drawn to our downtown to enjoy all that Troy has to offer!”
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Admission to the Taste of Troy is free and open to the public thanks to the generosity of Gordon Orthodontics, Emerson Climate Technologies, Country Concert, Square Roots Records, Steve and Marty Baker, the ITW Foundation, Koverman Staley Dickerson Insurance, The Buckeye Insurance Group, Erwin Chrysler Dodge Jeep,  Troy Community Radio, WYSO, and the Troy Tribune.

Tickets for food tastes and drinks can be purchased at the Taste of Troy. For additional information, contact Troy Main Street at 937-339-5455.

I Heart You…But I’m Not Even 40

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nicole nett ahaA hearty laugh

If you know me, you know that I’m quick with the jokes. It has taken me a couple months to get to the point that I can have this conversation without laughing. What’s so funny? The ridiculousness of the fact that I could have a “cardiac event” before the age of 40. I mean really…me? No way, that’s just silly.

Well on June 22, 2015, I found out first hand just how un-funny heart issues can be. I woke up and was getting ready for work like any other morning. I ignored the weird pressure in my chest, a heaviness I was unfamiliar with. It was only when I had a head full of shampoo that I realized the shooting pain down my arm was something I should probably pay attention to. I threw on some yoga pants and drove myself to Sycamore. “DROVE YOURSELF?” you ask? Yeah, I realize that was a stupid move…but it was nothing serious, lol. The look on the ER doc’s face when she told me they called the squad to transfer me immediately to get a heart cath at Kettering Medical Center was what let me know with no uncertainty that this was serious business. After reassuring the EMTs that I wouldn’t take ambulance selfies, they let me have my phone so I could text a quick “I think I may be late today” to one of my co-workers.not-my-cardiac-cath

While the sedation had me endlessly fascinated with the images I was seeing on the screen (that they wouldn’t let me Instagram) as they put a needle as big as an elephant leg (maybe a little smaller) in an artery in my arm, I was fully beginning to realize what was going on. I spent the next few days in the beautiful Schuster Heart Hospital at Kettering. I’m still a bit stunned at what an overall pleasant experience that was. Yes, really. Fortunately, I was able to walk out of there after a short visit with a new knowledge of myocarditis – inflammation of the heart that can happen to anyone, even someone as “young” as me. (Imagine a big winky face emoji there)

Have a heart

So here we are, a little more than a week away from this years’ Heart Walk and I am finally able to type all of this out. I am honored and thrilled to be part of Team Tutu, lead by my friend and heart transplant recipient, DonErik Black. He promised his doctor that he would wear a tutu when he got a new heart, and he promised usdonerik tutu that he’d wear one if we raise a boatload of money. Since I am not one to argue with the wearing of a tutu EVER, I had no choice but to enthusiastically show you all this photo as motivation.

Please consider participating or donating this year. If not for the work that the American Heart Association has done to raise awareness of the symptoms you should look for, it’s possible that I wouldn’t be here. Scarier for me is that they would have found me with wet hair and no make-up and certainly no stilettos that you might know I’m so fond of.

My “why” is life, laughter & love for my children, family and friends. What’s yours?

So let’s do this!

Here are the details:

Where:  Fifth Third Field

When: Sat, 26 Sep 2015 8:00 AM – Noon

As the signature fundraising event for the American Heart Association, the 5K Heart Walk/Run promotes physical activity and heart healthy living in an environment that’s fun for the whole family. Nearly 4,000 people will gather here in Dayton and raise these all important funds. Visit the vendor area before and after the walk/run for a health fair, free screenings, health tips, massages, free refreshments, a fun Kids Zone, and more! Walk or run with friends, family, co-workers, or strangers you’ll bond with along the way. Anyway you choose to do it, your heart will thank you for it!

Won’t You Be Our Neighbor?

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Downtown Dayton residents share their stories on why they moved downtown and why they love it!

Housing developments in downtown Dayton have never been more popular. It seems as soon as a new project is finished, another one is announced. Who’s buying or renting these spaces and what motivates them to seek this kind of city-centric lifestyle? The Downtown Dayton Partnership showcases three families who’ve made the move. Get a glimpse into the lives of people who live downtown—and a sneak peek into some of the residential complexes featured on the Downtown Housing Tour from 1-5 p.m. September 19.

Kelly, Mike, and Noah Romano, Patterson Place

WalkingWhen Kelly and Mike Romano began shopping for a new home, they didn’t set out looking for a new-build property. “(Mike) likes the really urban looks and historic homes, I wanted something simple,” Kelly said. When they stepped into a model of Patterson Place, it seemed as though everyone would win with this home. The Charles Simms Development units combine such “urban” aesthetic as lofted ceilings and exposed brick with minimalist, clean design. The Romanos fell in love with the space, but there were still potential road blocks the Vandalia family had to confront.

The couple’s 14-year-old son, Noah, had grown up in the Vandalia-Butler school system and wasn’t keen on starting fresh at a different school. Encouraged by a family friend whose child attended Dayton Public Schools, Kelly and Noah made a trip to Stivers School for the Arts, located less than a mile and a half from the potential new downtown home. “The school was smaller for sure,” Kelly said. “There are about 900 kids in the whole school (grades 7 through 12) versus about 300 students per class at Vandalia-Butler.” The benefits of a smaller school became apparent when Kelly and Noah visited the recording studio. “There was a group of students who showed (Noah) around the studio and really started talking to him, getting to know him,” Kelly recalled. “It was a defining moment, I think.”

DiningNoah agreed and went on to describe how Stivers’ school pride impressed him. “The school had a gift shop; that was pretty different,” he said. One hurdle down: Noah auditioned and was accepted to Stivers’ choral program. He began his freshman year in August.

Finite space is another hallmark of city life. There’s not much room for sprawling McMansions in an urban environment, which is why many lofts, townhomes and condos employ a creative use of vertical space. Still, the Romanos had some downsizing to do before they could call their new urban digs home. “It’s definitely smaller than I’m used to,” Noah said. “But there are so many other things that are closer and easy to walk to bike to.” It’s true that what the Romanos sacrificed in square footage for their home, they gained in access to amenities. No space for a six-burner-stove and island prep in the kitchen? No problem—there are seven places to grab a bite to eat that are two blocks away or closer (hundreds more within walking and biking distance). Running out of room for guests at a party? Spill out into the parking lot instead. The Romanos can attest to the friendly atmosphere of their cozy dwellings. “We didn’t interact with our neighbors much (in Vandalia),” Mike said. “Here, you’re so close, it’s hard not to interact with your neighbors. It’s not uncommon to see several get-togethers blend into one big gathering (along the ground-level spaces, patios and access drive).

“Kitchen(Living downtown) feels like an on-going party that doesn’t stop!” he said.

Beyond folding them into their social circles, the Romanos said their new neighbors made them feel part of the community. “Everyone’s been so supportive of us,” Kelly said. “They ask about Noah and school. He even picked up some odd jobs for our neighbors like watering plants and walking dogs.”

Downtown’s communal atmosphere is not all the Romanos love about their new home. “We definitely walk more than we used to,” Kelly said. “We’re members of the Dayton Racquet Club and we can walk to the gym. It’s an easy walk to stores and restaurants on St. Clair or the Oregon District. We just got our Link (Dayton Bike Share) passes and we can get from place to place quickly.” Noah chimed in that he can walk to his karate lessons in the Oregon District. The 2nd Street Market, RiverScape MetroPark, and Fifth Third Field were other walkable destinations the family named among their most frequented places. “When we first moved here, our neighbors told us we couldn’t leave when there are festivals,” Kelly said. Mike agreed; “It’s so easy when they’re practically in your backyard! We go to practically every festival and every event downtown.”

patioThe slower pace of walking and biking also presents new things to discover. “You find things you never knew existed,” Mike said. “We found Urban Krag (Climbing Center in the Oregon District) that way.” Kelly echoed that sentiment and added her affinity for the shops in the St. Clair Lofts—Salon J Ladner, Pi Style Boutique, Linwood Men’s Specialty Shoppe, and Twist Cupcakery. Several blocks away at the Cannery Building, Kelly and Mike said they discovered Sherwood Florist and The Black Box Improv Theater, where they have returned many times for performances.

Now the Romanos are sharing their downtown love with friends and family. “People were surprised when we moved here,” Mike said. Kelly agreed, and added that they are happy to share their positive experiences with visitors. “We had some friends who we took to the Dayton Racquet Club, and they joined,” she said. “I think the common reaction is downtown is cooler than they expected. It was even cooler than we expected when we moved here!”

Amy and Kevin Rehfus, The Landing

Having just moved to their new digs at The Landing in June, the Rehfuses are still pretty fresh to downtown, but they’re acclimating rather quickly, particularly to their new-found free time. The couple moved from a home approximately 3,300 square feet with a huge, rolling lawn down to about 1,500 square feet with a deck and patio. Amy and Kevin leavingfound the process to be quite liberating. “(Moving from the suburbs to downtown) was freeing, if anything,” Kevin said. Amy agreed: “(At the old house) we were constantly working on the lawn and maintaining the house. We don’t miss that at all! It frees up your time so you can actually do more.”

Originally from North Canton, Amy and Kevin said they always lived in the suburbs, and the transition from their home of five years in Troy to The Landing downtown was big, but nevertheless a change they made with a clear vision for the type of lifestyle they craved. “We had to think what we wanted out of a home and community,” Amy said. The couple wanted to live somewhere affordable where they could be less dependent on a vehicle, and they wanted nearby amenities that would complement reduce car-reliance. “Dayton checked off all the items on our list,” Amy recalled. “We were surprised!”

patioEven though their new apartment home is physically smaller than their suburban digs, they said they don’t feel cramped or that they lack space. “There are so many places to visit and they’re practically in our back yard,” Kevin said. Giving one particular weekend as an example, the couple recounted attending a Big Band Nights concert at RiverScape MetroPark on Thursday, The Square Is Where Goes Over the Edge Drop Party on Courthouse Square Friday, then on Saturday, they hopped on the bike path that runs behind their apartment building and rode to Tank’s and Carillon Park, and topped that all off with a walk back to RiverScape for the Hispanic Heritage Festival. “You don’t feel like you’re exercising when you’re just traveling from place to place,” Amy said.

LinkbikesFrom the Rehfuses’ home, perched on the banks of the Great Miami River, they will have front-row seats to watch more active lifestyle amenities come online. Construction has started on the new RiverScape River Run project, which will stabilize the banks of the river and enhance habitat. Flow control structures also will be installed, mimicking the natural flow of a healthy river. The structures will create two passageways for kayaks, canoes and other paddle sports. One will be a slow-moving channel for novice and leisure paddle sport enthusiasts, and the other will be faster for more experienced kayakers, who will be able to use the channel for dips, flips and other tricks. The removal of the dangerous low dam will create a 7-mile river trail where paddlers can put in at Eastwood MetroPark and float all the way down to Carillon Park. Construction is expected to take a year to complete.

Alongside the river, a new mural is being painted on the floodwall, adding beauty and visual interest to the cityscape. K12 Gallery, another downtown business, has been contracted to apply the design created by local artist Amy Deal.

Being so close to so many amenities and events has provided the couple with more activities than they could possibly entertain. “We’ve been so busy, we haven’t taken a vacation or even bothered to hook up the cable yet!” Kevin mused.

citywalkThe abundance of action wasn’t the only surprise downtown Dayton had in store for the Rehfuses. “We didn’t think we would experience a lot of nature (being in an urban environment), but we encounter a ton of birds and squirrels and rabbits,” Amy said. Downtown’s less furry denizens got a nod, as well. “You know, sometimes you hear about city life and how people living there are more stoic and cold,” she said. “I was surprised at just how friendly people are who live downtown!”

Local shops and restaurants rounded out the Rehfuses’ list of aspects of downtown life they love. Whether it’s walking to dinner, riding their bikes along the largest bikeway network in the country, taking in the sights and sounds of cultural festivals, or any other downtown activity, Amy said the transition has been rewarding: “Our lives have completely changed — for the better!”

April Alford, St. Clair Lofts

kitchen April Alford came to Dayton by way of New Jersey. She was working for the U.S. Postal Service when the opportunity to transfer to a higher position came up. “I applied to lots of locations, and Dayton was the first to respond,” she said. Alford moved to Dayton and took up residence initially in Shroyer Park. But when she checked out the St. Clair Lofts during an open house, it was love at first sight. “I worked downtown and I had a friend who lived in the lofts,” she said. “I thought the space was great and it put me right in the middle of arts, culture, events, food – all within walking distance of my home and work.”

Now a downtown resident for four years, Alford said she was initially surprised at how outgoing people are. “In New Jersey, people are busy, and you don’t see your neighbors a lot or really talk to each other. Moving to Dayton, I noticed people are more friendly, especially downtown,” she said.

Alford still works downtown at the Board of Elections. When she’s not at work or hanging out in her funky urban loft, Alford enjoys all the amenities downtown has to offer. “You can find me at The Neon (movie theater), Oregon Express, and probably the Schuster (Center) or Victoria Theatre,” she said. “I love plays; each year I make sure I get my Passport to the Arts from Culture Works so I can get great deals on attending performing arts events!”

livingroom She also spends her down-time volunteering with another group close to her heart – Activated Spaces. Since 2011, the program has been filling formerly vacant street-level storefronts with art and Pop-Up Shops. The latest iteration of Activated Spaces introduced the Pop-Up Office concept. Activated Spaces is managed by the Downtown Dayton Partnership and run by a team of volunteers, mostly from the UpDayton, a nonprofit focused on attracting and retaining young talent through civic engagement and volunteer initiatives, and the Dayton Chamber of Commerce’s young professional organization Generation Dayton. “I started out as a volunteer with UpDayton and from there got into (Activated Spaces),” Alford said. “I love that I get to play such a direct role in making the city where I live a better place.”

onthetownActivated Spaces’ most recent Pop-Up Shops are two eatery concepts, frozen banana dessert scoop shop Fronana, and Twist Cupcakery, a café and full-service bakery that happens to be located in the first-floor of the St. Clair Lofts. The bakery joins another Pop-Up Shop alumna, Pi Style Boutique, and three other businesses, Anthony James Painting and Contracting, J Ladner Salon & Spa and Linwood Men’s Specialty Shoppe. Alford said she loves having shopping; hair, nail and spa services, and a lunch or dessert spot steps from her loft. But really, she’s invested her time in the program to encourage Dayton’s small patiobusiness scene. “These are people with dreams of opening a shop, and those dreams are in our hands,” she said. “It’s important for me to volunteer because I can make an impact for the city and help (entrepreneurs) achieve their dreams.”

Alford invites anyone considering making a switch to living downtown to at least check out a space. “I love living here; it’s the complete package,” she said. “If you’re into the arts and culture, good food, exciting nightlife, and friendly people, come downtown!”

The Downtown Housing Tour takes place from 1-5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 19. Start at any location, or at an info table. There will be an info table stationed on Don Crawford Plaza (Fifth Third Field) at Patterson Boulevard and Monument Avenue; at Monument Avenue and Wilkinson/Perry streets; and in the Oregon District at Fifth and Brown streets. See as many locations as desired. Walk or bike from spot to spot, or use the free hop-on, hop-off shuttle. More information is available at http://bit.ly/housingtour.

Shiver Me Timbers- Free Doughnuts Ahead!

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Ahoy There Mateys!

Saturday, September 19, any buccaneer to enter a participating Krispy Kreme and talk like a pirate gets one FREE Original Glazed® doughnut. To the landlubber who dares to wear full pirate attire goes a bounty of one FREE dozen Original Glazed doughnuts. Offer good on International Talk Like a Pirate Day, September 19th, only. Visit http://KrispyKreme.com/Pirate for more information.
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To claim yer bounty on September 19, ye must:
• Come in to a participating Krispy Kreme shop and Talk like a pirate for one FREE Original Glazed doughnut.
• Come in to a participating Krispy Kreme location in full pirate costume for one FREE dozen Original Glazed doughnuts. Qualifying pirate costumes must include three or more of the following items:

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• Pirate Hat
• Bandana
• Peg Leg
• Parrot on Shoulder
• Pirate Shirt / Loose white shirt
• Knickers
• Leather Belt
• Silver and gold necklaces and earrings
• Pirate Hook
• Pointy black boots or ragged brown sandals

NO WEAPONS ALLOWED!

Offer good for one free doughnut per customer who talks like a pirate to a Krispy Kreme team member at a participating shop. One free dozen Original Glazed doughnuts per customer who wears a full pirate costume into a participating Krispy Kreme location. Redeemable on September 19, 2015 only at participating Krispy Kreme US locations
Now if you really want to talk like a pirate here are some tips from TalkLikeAPirate.com:

 

Ahoy! – “Hello!”

Aye! – “Why yes, I agree most heartily with everything you just said or did.”

Aye aye! – “I’ll get right on that sir, as soon as my break is over.”

Arrr! – This one is often confused with arrrgh, which is of course the sound you make when you sit on a belaying pin. “Arrr!” can mean, variously, “yes,” “I agree,” “I’m happy,” “I’m enjoying this beer,” “My team is going to win it all,” “I saw that television show, it sucked!” and “That was a clever remark you or I just made.” And those are just a few of the myriad possibilities of Arrr!

Advanced pirate lingo; or On beyond “Aarrr!”

 

Beauty – The best possible pirate address for a woman. Always preceded by “me,” as in, “C’mere, me beauty,” or even, “me buxom beauty,” to one particularly well endowed. You’ll be surprised how effective this is.

Bilge rat – The bilge is the lowest level of the ship. It’s loaded with ballast and slimy, reeking water. A bilge rat, then, is a rat that lives in the worst place on the ship. On TLAP Day – A lot of guy humor involves insulting your buddies to prove your friendship. It’s important that everyone understand you are smarter, more powerful and much luckier with the wenches than they are. Since bilge rat is a pretty dirty thing to call someone, by all means use it on your friends.

Bung hole – Victuals on a ship were stored in wooden casks. The stopper in the barrel is called the bung, and the hole is called the bung hole. That’s all. It sounds a lot worse, doesn’t it? On TLAP Day – When dinner is served you’ll make quite an impression when you say, “Well, me hearties, let’s see what crawled out of the bung hole.” That statement will be instantly followed by the sound of people putting down their utensils and pushing themselves away from the table. Great! More for you!

Grog – An alcoholic drink, usually rum diluted with water, but in this context you could use it to refer to any alcoholic beverage other than beer, and we aren’t prepared to be picky about that, either. Call your beer grog if you want. We won’t stop you! Water aboard ship was stored for long periods in slimy wooden barrels, so you can see why rum was added to each sailor’s water ration – to kill the rancid taste. On TLAP Day – Drink up, me hearties! And call whatever you’re drinking grog if you want to. If some prissy pedant purses his lips and protests the word grog can only be used if drinking rum and water, not the Singapore Sling you’re holding, keelhaul him!

 

 

Fall Activity Season Kicks Off!

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Daytonians, the upcoming weekend holds some very interesting active events! With the official start of fall next Wednesday, September 23, this is prime time for outdoor activity, cool crisp weather, and beautiful scenery around the greater Dayton area. Kick off the season a little early this weekend with a buddy walk at Fifth Third Field, family farm chores, and a bug hike. Very interesting activities, and a perfect opportunity to try something new in your active life!

 

Miami Valley Down Syndrome Buddy Walk

Saturday, September 19, the place to be is Fifth Third Field for The National Down Syndrome Society Buddy Walk. Doors open at 8:30 am and The Buddy Walk officially begins at 10:00 am. The Buddy Walk is a one-mile walk in which anyone can participate without special training. It is an inspirational and educational event that celebrates the many abilities and accomplishments of people with Down syndrome. Whether you have Down syndrome, know someone who does, or just want to show your support, come and join The Buddy Walk in Dayton.

The Buddy Walk was established by the National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) to celebrate Down Syndrome Awareness and to promote acceptance and inclusion of people with Down syndrome. The Buddy Walk program is supported nationally by NDSS and organized at the local level by the Miami Valley Down Syndrome Association (MVDSA). A donation of any amount is much appreciated for The Buddy Walk and t-shirts will be available for $5. Wake up bright and early to start the day off supporting a very worthy cause and make some new friends all while doing something active!

 

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Also on Saturday, September 19, is Family Farm Chores at Carriage Hill Metro Park from 8:30 am until 10:00 am. This is a free event, please register in advance so the chores can be divided equally among participants. A wonderful opportunity to get to know some of the farm animals up close and personal, as well as learn the skills of what farm work entails and the effort involved with all of the chores! You will join the historical farmer to feed animals, gather eggs, clean stalls, and many other educational tasks. Families, this is an awesome fall event to take part in, and extra bonus: it’s free of charge!

 

On Sunday, September 20, there is one interesting event from 10:00 am until 12:00 pm at The Glen Helen Reserve. This not just any hike, it is a bug hike! That’s right, come out to The Glen and go on an excursion all about bugs! For Glen Helen Members this is free, and for nonmembers this amazing experience is only $5. We live in the age of insects. Approximately one million species have been described, and it is estimated that there are 200 million individuals for every human on earth. Yet, we know very little about most species. Join Dr. John Stireman of the Wright State University Biology Department on a walk to examine some of the local insect denizens of Glen Helen and learn about their ecology and life history. Another fabulous educational opportunity this weekend, and it involves being active in one of Dayton’s most beautiful settings!

 

There you have it folks, some very unique and educational activities happening this weekend! Worthy causes and absolutely incredible experiences to kick off the very near fall season. Walk with a very special buddy, learn about farm life, and hike in a pristine environment while learning about little creatures that help control very large ecosystems. Let’s get out and get moving Dayton!

 

TIFF 2015 – Day #7

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room_posterHello Everyone.

Today was a rough start.  One of the boys at IndieWire threw a little party last night, and I got in very, very late…so getting out of bed at 6:30 was a challenge.  But I made it…and managed to squeeze in a nice nap mid day. So everything worked out fine.

First off, I saw THE MAN WHO KNEW INFINITY, directed by Matthew Brown.  This is a film about an Indian mathematician whose theories revolutionized his field…and the his hardships in having them heard due to racial tensions in England.  The movie stars Dev Patel and Jeremy Irons, and this is certainly Patel’s most subtle and best role since SLUMDOG. Though I found some material a little hokey, it’s ultimately a solid period piece that will be a crowd-pleaser. (There is not yet a trailer for this film.)

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ROOM, directed by L Abrahamson is fantastic.  This is the story of a young woman and her son who are being held captive in a small garden shack.  The little boy turns 5 early in the film, and the “Room,” his mother and the man who visits regularly (their captor) are the only things the boy knows of the world.  Though they have television, he’s been raised to believe that everything there is make-believe.  I had quite a response to this film.  My entire body was trembling during the scene when the boy’s mother created a plan for the boy to escape.  I haven’t had this type of bodily response to a film in a long, long time.  (I’m not going to tell you anything more about the plot.  Just trust me…it’s great.)

I SMILE BACK, directed by Adam Salky, was next on the list.  Sarah Silverman is getting a lot of praise for this brave, raw performance – and it’s well-deserved.  This is the story of a married mother of two who is battling mental illness and substance abuse.  It’s a gritty film, and the story is actually simple.  Though performances are strong across the board, and I think the film is well done, there was something keeping me from really connecting.

My final film of the day was MISS SHARON JONES!, directed by Barbara Kopple.  This documentary is about the legendary singer and her battle with Cancer.  Kopple is one of a handful of directors who had a film premiere at the very first Toronto Film Fest (then known as “The Festival of Festivals”) – the film was HARLAN COUNTY, USA, and it went on to win the Academy Award.  This film is full of great music and Jones’ soaring spirit.  During industry screenings, audience response is quite minimal…this one was followed by a nice round of applause.  (I’ll soon be acquiring some Sharon Jones and the Dap Kings music.)

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I no longer have to get in line super early, so I get to sleep in until 7:45 tomorrow.   I’m looking forward to that extra sleep.

Thanks for reading,

Jonathan

 

Get Inspired at the Dayton Fall Home Show

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11225182_992906834094222_272733406087649144_nMake plans now to attend the largest Fall Home Show in the region.  More than 150 of the area’s premier exhibitors will gather under one roof at the Dayton Convention Center to showcase the latest in home improvement, kitchen & bath remodeling and much more.  Come to get expert advice, get ideas and look at new products and displays.  Many of the exhibitors will be offering their best prices of the year right here at this show.

  • The latest in Kitchen and Bath design-AsSo_SKv87bpOI824ksadfldhnUSjOAYJxHgB9iqJo_nxF8l7IvKl1uUZNbnMIj8GawB48Gy1oIOWADLgaC8Z4=s0
  • Outdoor living and Landscaping
  • Builders & Remodelers
  • Storage Solutions
  • Latest trends in Audio-Video
  • Flooring, Cabinets & Countertops
  • Windows, Doors & Roofing

Check out one of the hottest housing trends sweeping the county- the Tiny Home Village, displaying the latest in living in less than 300 square feet.

Event Detail:

General Admission: $5
Children 12 and Under:  Free
Active duty service personnel admitted FREE with proper military ID

Dayton Convention Center

Friday, Sept 18th: 4pm-8pm
Saturday, Sept 19th: 10am-8pm
Sunday, Sept 20th: 10am-5pm
DMM Ticket Giveaway:
We’ve got a few tickets to giveaway for this show- leave us a comment below on why we should pick you and you may just be our guests at the show.  We’ll list our winners here Thursday night!

‘Carousel’ Review – Dayton Playhouse – You Love Who You Love

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Adrienne “Adee” McFarland (Julie Jordan) and Jeff Sams (Billy Bigelow) in Dayton Playhouse’s production of “Carousel” (Photo by Art Fabian)

In the Rodgers and Hammerstein repertoire the governess with the cute kids always seem to grab the most attention. But what about their darker, practically forgotten collaboration about the ill-fated New England couple unable to make the most of their life together? Yes, it’s time to become reacquainted with or introduced to “Carousel,” the heartrendingly beautiful 1945 musical drama enjoyably mounted by the Dayton Playhouse with vocally impressive flourish.

 
Based on Hungarian playwright Ferenc Molnár’s 1909 play “Liliom,” “Carousel” primarily examines romance from the sheer hopefulness that comes with believing in the idea of a healthy, fruitful relationship no matter how fragile the foundation. Meek millworker Julie Jordan (Adrienne “Adee” McFarland) and charismatic if erratic carousel barker Billy Bigelow (Jeff Sams) are polar opposites who wouldn’t appear to be compatible, but their attraction is evident when they fall for each other after the local carnival shuts down for the night. Throughout the groundbreaking Act 1 sequence commonly referred to as the “bench scene,” a triumph of book and score culminating in the ravishing ballad “If I Loved You,” Julie and Billy swiftly transform from loners to lovers, a fascinatingly impulsive display carrying great promise at greater risk. Even as they enter a hard scrabble marriage hindered by financial woes and specifically splintered by abuse (a prickly, uncomfortable element oddly romanticized by the wholly sentimental, optimistic Hammerstein) this duo feels destined for despair and heartbreak. Still, their engaging, tragic journey is entirely compelling and particularly powerful as Billy gets a chance to redeem himself following his suicide in the aftermath of a botched robbery.

 

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The cast of Dayton Playhouse’s production of “Carousel” (Photo by Art Fabian)

The well-paired, believably bonded McFarland and Sams bring perceptiveness, passion, sincerity, and depth to their vocally challenging roles. In her Playhouse debut, McFarland, a lovely soprano, wisely avoids turning the naïve Julie into a pushover. Her firm interpretation is sweet but resilient. Along the way, she provides a gorgeously lyric-driven rendition of “What’s the Use of Wond’rin’” that begins as cautious sound advice from a long-suffering wife yet evolves into a beautifully stirring declaration of marital commitment. In one of his finest musical theater performances, the fittingly brash, brooding and commanding Sams reveals the flawed complexities within the broken, unhappy and non-skilled Billy, particularly how his bravado masks many insecurities. Also, his dynamically heartfelt rendition of “Soliloquy,” Billy’s contemplative yet soaring examination of life as a father, is delivered with wonderfully expressive transitions, allowing the extensively detailed number to resonate on multiple intriguing levels considering Billy is a rogue who might not have even known his dad.
In addition, the supporting cast is first-rate. As the demure, slightly fussy Carrie Pipperidge, Julie’s sensible best friend and fellow millworker, Krissy McKim-Barker, another lovely soprano, steps into her Playhouse debut with considerable aplomb, especially in her understanding of how much Carrie wants the best for Julie despite the fact that her warnings about Billy, pre and post-marriage, are dismissed. McKim-Barker also has a very amiable partner in Playhouse newcomer Eric Thompson, offering a charmingly confident portrayal of Enoch Snow, the ambitious, no-nonsense fisherman eager to wed Carrie. Thompson, a strong tenor who spins his vocals with a slight crooner sensibility, actually shares the stage with his father J. Gary Thompson, splendidly inhabiting his role as Billy’s smarmy accomplice Jigger Craigin with wit, shrewdness and bite. As Julie’s cousin Nettie Fowler, noted soprano Patricia DiPasquale-Krul, a memorable component of the Playhouse’s production of “A Grand Night for Singing,” provides a plaintively touching rendition of “You’ll Never Walk Alone,” the score’s most enduring number. Janice Lea Codispoti brings suave inquisitiveness to her portrayal of carnival manager Mrs. Mullin, an obsessive, jealous soul whose deep affection for Billy, the man of her disillusioned dreams, never wanes. Brad Bishop as the kindly Starkeeper, Shanna Camacho as the Heavenly Friend, Rick Flynn as David Bascombe, Brooke Netzley as Billy and Julie’s daughter Louise, Matthew Smith as Captain/Principal, and Gem City Ballet dancers Lauren Goodman, Ashleigh Hinson and Olivia Bruno (under the direction of Barbara Pontecorvo) are also noteworthy.
Director Brian Sharp keeps the action fluid and effectively transfers the story, originally set in the late 19th century, to the 1930s thereby heightening the idea of a carnival as a means of escapist entertainment during such straining economic times. However, his staging of the prologue, set to the glorious “Carousel Waltz,” one of Rodgers’ most exemplary compositions, could use more variety and sharper character choices. There is also presentation awkwardness in the Act 2 Dream Ballet (Bruno dances the role of Louise while Netzley looks on) and the emotional final scene which surprisingly doesn’t spotlight Billy, Julie and Louise downstage center. Still, Sharp’s work utilizes the ensemble well and is bolstered by the lively choreography of Paige Hanshaw, especially “June Is Bustin’ Out All Over” and “Blow High, Blow Low.” Chris Newman’s striking set, Terry Kahle’s attractive period costumes, Bryan Miller’s lighting, Bob Kovach’s sound design, and music director Ron Kindell’s excellent orchestra, featuring 16 members of the Miami Valley Symphony Orchestra, add to the production’s atmospheric appeal.

 
There’s nothing wrong with raindrops on roses, but if you’re looking for something more substantive from the virtuoso team who defined Broadway’s Golden Age don’t miss “Carousel.”

 

 

“Carousel” continues through Sept. 27 at the Dayton Playhouse, 1301 E. Siebenthaler Ave., Dayton. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Act One: 90 minutes; Act Two: 60 minutes. Tickets are $18 for adults and $16 for seniors and students. For tickets or more information, call (937) 424-8477 or visit online at www.daytonplayhouse.com

 

 

 

 

 

 

TEDx Dayton Speakers Revealed

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tedx In anticipation of another sell-out year, TEDxDayton organizers have released the list of speakers for the 2015 event, which will take place on Oct. 16, 2015, at the Victoria Theatre in Dayton.

“This event keeps evolving, and we now have a community interested in engaging with ideas and learning something new in the spirit of TED,” said TEDxDayton co-chair Sean Creighton. “Our region is full of new, challenging ideas and we can bring those to stage to an audience that wants that experience.”

The speakers committee chose candidates from a combination of recruitment methods and from an open call for auditions earlier this year. “We plan to push our audience to new, even unknown places; surprise them; and leave them feeling they have really learned something,” said TEDxDayton co-chair Stephanie Gottschlich. “We want to take a subject the audience thinks it might already know and present it with a new twist. We want TEDxDayton attendees to reimagine, rethink, reconnect — it’s the central theme to our 2015 event.”

Speakers include:

● Rebecca Benná, Executive Director, Five River MetroParks

● Harriet Kamakil Brown, Student, University of Dayton

● Chinonye Chukwu, Assistant Professor, Motion Pictures at Wright State University

● Matt Coatney, Artificial Intelligence Software Executive, Five Spot Research Ltd.

● Patrick Flynn, Sustainability Group Leader, IO

● Dave Gasper, Software Entrepreneur, Assisted Patrol

● Sarah Hippensteel Hall, Manager of Watershed Partnerships, Miami Conservancy District

● Shannon Isom, CEO, YWCA Dayton

● Gary Klein, Founder, ShadowBox LLC

● Brian LaDuca, Creator and Director, Institute for Arts Nexus

● Lennard Moses, Associate Professor and Chairman, Central State University

● Matthew Purkey, Vice President of Resource Development, United Way of Greater Dayton

● Chelley Seibert, Retired Dayton Police Officer

● Joshua Stucky, Owner, Square One Salon

● Karin VanZant, Executive Director of Life Services, CareSource

● Kim Vesey, Vice President of Mission Support, Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton

● Performers this year include: Dayton Contemporary Dance Second Company; poet, comedian, and motivational speaker Ed Mabrey; Dayton band Meghna & the Majority; and The Zoot Theatre Company.

Ticket sales have been strong, with 75 percent of seats already purchased. Last year and the inaugural 2013 TEDxDayton events sold out. Those interested in attending TEDxDayton 2015 are advised to purchase tickets soon.

TEDx is a global program of independently organized events licensed by TED. Visit www.tedxdayton.com or follow TEDxDayton on Facebook or Twitter for more information.

Fitness and Health in Dayton: An Assessment

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When I think about health strictly from a Dayton, Ohio context, there are specific regional issues about which we should all be aware as we try to build better bodies, fuel those bodies with good food, and manage stress.

My advice for years now has been that we all should be cooking more, whether we live in New York, Los Angeles, or anywhere in between. Subjectively, I think that’s especially true here in Dayton. At the top end of our local restaurant spectrum, you can eat healthy and well at places like Lily’s, Coco’s, Olive, Wheat Penny, Salar, and the Corner Kitchen. It’s easy at these places to eat vegetables, not as an afterthought, but as a primary element of the culinary experience.

The Chopped Salad in a nice big bowlBut at a great many of the chains around, a salad means a collection of iceberg lettuce, some croutons, and cheese. (Always cheese.) Not only that, but the preponderance of our fast food options remain mostly unhealthy. (Our existing healthier fast food options, like Fusian, stand as proof that there exists a pent up demand for something other than fries and burgers.) Cook more at home then, and when you do indulge in going out, patronize a scratch kitchen with a menu crafted with care.

When you do home cooking, you’ll need easy access to great ingredients—and Dayton offers some diverse options. From Dorothy Lane Market, to Trader Joe’s, to the relatively new Whole Foods Market, to the expanding selection of organic options at Kroger’s, it is possible to cook and eat well at home here in Dayton. I won’t belabor the point about easy access to fresh groceries for downtown residents, other than to say that I wish there were more options closer to the city core. But with careful planning and a shopping list Dayton is a great place to develop home cooking skills.

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From a fitness perspective, one would strain to come up with a region better suited to living an active lifestyle. The wide open spaces, hikes, trails, top-notch strength and conditioning facilities, yoga teachers, and affordable YMCA options are diverse and distributed conveniently.

The culture in Dayton also seems conducive to lifelong fitness. The slower pace, the emphasis on family—strong and deep social ties can be instrumental to maintaining a healthy lifestyle—and the shorter work days for many people are all assets to be celebrated, as long as we remember always that not everyone can share equally in these attributes.

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Given this portrait, how should you approach getting fit in Dayton? Some ideas:

Make a grocery list. Know what you’re going to eat during the week, and where you’re going to buy the ingredients. Have a plan, because well on-the-go isn’t always easy here.

Start thinking about menu options differently. Shift your thinking to plate composition, and look at whether the balance of protein, carbohydrates, and healthy fats makes sense. If the only vegetable option is an iceberg lettuce salad with cheese and croutons, you might want to spend your dollars elsewhere.

Get outside. We’re lucky to have such easy access to wide open spaces, rivers, and trails. My favorite cardiovascular prescription for people is to get outside and walk. This is a great place to do that!

Join a gym. Chances are in the Dayton region, you’re close to a YMCA or affordable gym chain. And if you’re looking to take your training to a new level of performance, we are lucky to live in an area with great strength and conditioning options.

Support the people closest to you. The more you choose healthy options for food and leisure, the more your friends and family will too. If your social circle insists on fried food and tubs of beer for happy hour, introduce them to one of the many great, local, fresh options around.

TIFF 2015 – Day #6

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21165911088_409fa65dab_oHi Again.

Thanks for coming back.  Today, in addition to 4 films and one late night party, I managed to have a window of time that allowed me to have a nice dinner and small shopping spree – so I have now contributed nicely to the Canadian economy.

First thing this morning, I saw THE DRESSMAKER, directed by Jocelyn Moorhouse and starring Kate Winslet.  Moorhouse, known for her weepie HOW TO MAKE AN AMERICAN QUILT, wasn’t quite sure which tone to give to this most recent novel adaptation…so she went with several.  What starts out as a “Screwball Western” changes genres and mood so many times, it’s difficult to explain.  Winslet, returning home after a long absence, appears as a curvaceous outlaw – her nontraditional weapons are her Singer sewing machine, a great gold swing and her feminine wiles.  Accused of killing a classmate while in grade school, she hasn’t been back to town for years.  Now she’s back to take care of her mother and set things straight.  This Australian film is completely bonkers!  It also stars the awesome Judy Davis and the terribly sexy Liam Hemsworth, and was penned by P.J. Hogan (MURIEL’S WEDDING).  Though I found this film to be an overall disaster, I couldn’t stop watching – the performances are fun and some of the material is quite hysterical.

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Next up was a film that many have been quite excited about. WHERE TO INVADE NEXT, directed by Michael Moore isn’t quite what it seems.  There is no trailer yet for this film that critics are dubbing “Michael Moore’s Happy Film,” and if you watch the clip below, even the press was speculating about the subject of the film before it premiered (the young woman in the clip mentions what the film is about…and she’s completely wrong).  In what might seem to be Michael Moore’s most optimistic film, he visits various countries and gives us ideas as to how we could do things better.  From Italy’s vacation policies to school lunches in France to Slovenia’s no tuition for college system, Moore explains that these practices lead to better living conditions, a more productive work force and overall better state of affairs.  This film is a crowd-pleaser.

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I then scurried across town for the under-attended MA MA, directed by Julio Medem.  Medem, known for his film LOVERS OF THE ARCTIC CIRCLE and SEX AND LUCIA, was in attendance along with the stunning lead actress Penelope Cruz.  This is the story of woman who finds out she has breast Cancer but continues to be a most compassionate, giving/forgiving woman.  Critics have not been terribly kind to this beautifully executed melodrama (but they rarely are with this genre).  Though not without its flaws, I really liked this film. (Unfortunately, I can’t find a trailer with subtitles, but you should watch this one regardless.)

ANOMALISA, directed by Charlie Kaufman & Duke Johnson, was my final film for the day.  This stop-motion puppet film, written by the much beloved Kaufman (BEING JOHN MALKOVICH, ADAPTATION, ETERNAL SUNSHINE OF THE SPOTLESS MIND), is 100% made for adults.  It’s a relatively simple story about a motivational speaker staying overnight at a hotel trying to escape his monotonous life.  There is no trailer for this film – only the Kickstarter campaign below.  The film won the Grand Jury Prize in Venice, and word has it that it is being picked up for distribution.

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Thanks for reading!  Only a few days left.

More tomorrow,

Jonathan

Oh Say Can You Sing?

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11702794_1444846042509096_7687085036683393429_nWould you like to sing the National Anthem at a Dayton Demolition home hockey game?

The Dayton Demoliton are holding National Anthem Singer tryouts at Oddbody’s Music Room, located at  5418 Burkhardt Rd, on Saturday, October 10th from  11am until 3pm. All participants will receive a certificate from the Dayton Demolition and a FREE voucher good for one Demolition home game!

The Demolition will call Hara Arena in Dayton, Ohio home. The newest FHL franchise will play a 56 game schedule. Following the regular season, there will be a 2nd round playoff with the eventual champion being crowned in a best of 5 series.  Team Owner Bill Dadds s owned the FHL’s Berkshire Battalion the last half of the 2014/15 season, but  decided to move into the Dayton market to fill the void left by the departure of the Dayton Demonz.

Karen Wampler, Director of Marketing at Hara Arena, commented “With the return of professional hockey, the upsurge in the Dayton Stealth and Megacity hockey programs, and the anticipated renovations at Hara, we’re looking to see Dayton hockey, both amateur and professional, reach new levels in the coming years. “
With Dayton, Danville (IL), and the newly announced Port Huron (MI) franchise, the Midwestern bracket of the FHL is positioned for a fantastic geographical rivalry.

The Dayton Demoliton are holding National Anthem Singer tryouts at Oddbody’s Music Room 5418 Burkhardt Rd, Dayton Ohio, 45431 on October 10th from  11am until 3pm. All participants will receive a certificate from the Dayton Demolition and a FREE voucher good for one Demolition home game!