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McCoy On Movies: Life of the Party

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“Hi – I’m every Midwestern mom you’ve ever seen in a Hollywood movie where I get to smile!” Deanna (Melissa McCarthy) shows her school spirit in a scene from Warner Bros. new comedy LIFE OF THE PARTY. Credit: Hopper Stone. © 2018 Warner Bros. Pictures. All rights reserved.

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KEY CAST MEMBERS: Melissa McCarthy, Molly Gordon, Maya Rudolph, Julie Bowen, Gillian Jacobs, Stephen Root, Debby Ryan, Jimmy O. Yang, Chris Parnell, Luke Benward, Adria Arjona, Sarah Baker, Matt Walsh, Heidi Gardner and Jessie Ennis


WRITER(S): Melissa McCarthy and Ben Falcone

DIRECTOR(S): Ben Falcone

WEB SITE: http://www.lifeoftheparty-movie.com/HERE’S THE STORY: Deanna (Melissa McCarthy) is having a great time; her daughter Maddie (Molly Gordon) is starting her final year of college and she is set to go on a dream vacation to Italy with her husband Dan (Matt Walsh). 


Then Dan tells her she wants a divorce and her world is turned completely upside down.


Buoyed by her best friend Christine (Maya Rudolph), Deanna decides to overcome her sadness about her marriage ending by righting the one thing she’s always regretted: Not finishing her college degree by going back to school with her daughter. But as she will soon find out, being a college student in her 40s is going to be even wilder than it was when she was in her 20s … Especially if her daughter’s friends have anything to say about it.  

WHO WILL LIKE THIS FILM THE MOST? Melissa McCarthy fans; Mike & Molly fans; Lifetime movie fans

WHO WON’T (OR SHOULDN’T) LIKE THIS MOVIE? People hoping for something more like McCarthy’s earlier work; many adult males who will have nothing to relate or latch on to; people who will be bored by the film’s cute but simplistic nature. 


SO IS IT GOOD, BAD OR JUST AWFUL? Released in time for Mother’s Day, Life of the Party could best be described as a simple but cute comedy, or, more descriptively, an inspirational comedy … If the Lifetime Network made comedies where some man didn’t murder a woman.


McCarthy, who co-wrote the movie with her husband and the film’s director Ben Falcone (who continues his short but effective cameo streak), must have had a very specific target audience in mind when creating Life of the Party: late 30s to early 50s age suburbanite women who have young daughters they want to bond with – because nearly every scene in the film feels like one big mother-daughter field trip with a few laughs here and there for good measure. Nothing like any of her previous efforts save for the forgettable Tammy, Life of the Party is cute, fun in parts … But lacks anything than its overt, sappy charm to make it last once you’ve left the theater. 


The side characters are fairly one-dimensional but somewhat fun sidekicks, the story is easily digestible and again, McCarthy makes her character relatable as she has a fairly common story. But there again lies the issue as the film itself feels rather common, right down to its cut-and-paste ending. Maya Rudolph gets to serve as most of the film’s comic relief, even though she doesn’t seem to be allowed to take it as far as she could.


And that’s the underlying tragedy of Life of the Party: Despite all the scenarios where McCarthy and company find themselves in that would lend to more outrageous, more comedic moments, much of the film feels restrained so it can stick to a PG-13 rating. There is a much funnier, much more heartfelt movie waiting to get out of Life of the Party, but since the film would be more accurately named “Life of the Afternoon Brunch Party,” it sadly never materialized.


Consider going to this party if you need a simple outing for your mom or middle-aged friend … Otherwise, this classic movie scene might sum up how this party may feel for anyone else. 

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

 
 

Levitt Pavilion Line Up Revealed

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Levitt Pavilion Dayton is excited to announce their summer lineup for this inaugural season. Construction is underway at Dave Hall Plaza to build a state of the art outdoor amphitheater. Levitt Pavilion Dayton will provide 34 FREE concerts for the community this summer. This season is only a partial season as next year, and many years to come, Levitt Pavilion will provide 50 FREE concerts for the community.

This season will kick off with Gina Chavez on Thursday, August 9th at 7:00pm. The season will run August, September, and end the first weekend of October. All concerts will be on Thursday, Friday, Saturday nights starting at 7pm and Sundays at 3pm.

Below you will find the entire summer lineup:

Gina Chavez:  Thursday, August 9, 2018 7pm

World Music

 

Gina Chavez is blending the sounds of the Americas with tension and grace. As a multi-ethnic Latin pop songstress, Chavez’s passionate collection of bilingual songs traverse cumbia, bossa nova, vintage pop, indie-folk and reggaetón that takes audiences on a journey through the Americas as she discovers her own Latin roots through music.  An eight-time Austin Music Award winner, Gina and her band have opened for Grace Potter, Grammy winners La Santa Cecilia, Gaby Moreno, and Grupo Fantasma, and are winning audiences throughout the U.S. and abroad while on tour as official ambassadors with the U.S. State Department’s American Music Abroad program. She took home the Grand Prize in the 2014 John Lennon Songwriting Contest for “Siete-D,” a song about her experience volunteering in a gang-dominated suburb of San Salvador where she founded Niñas Arriba, a college fund for young Latinas.

Eichelberger Jazz Series presents:

Paul Brown with special guest Chris Standing:  Friday, August 10, 2018 7pm

Two-time Grammy winning jazz guitarist, engineer, and producer Paul Brown career spans over two decades and includes the release of 8 solo albums and countless collaborations with well-established smooth jazz artists like George Benson, Jeffery Osborne, and Kirk Whahlum. His newest release “One Way Back” features the #1 hit “Put It Where You Want It”.  “The Funky Joint” had two #1 hits and was on the jazz charts for a year and a half, solidifying Paul as one of the prominent jazz guitarist on the scene today.
Performances in Dubai, Iceland, Japan, Canada, throughout Europe and the United States he has taken his trademark smooth groove with catchy melodic sound and made his mark on the international jazz scene. The Paul Brown sound is warm and inviting. His music is funky yet has elegance and beauty. He woos the crowd with understated confidence, as every note falls in the perfect place.

Called the “Baby Face of Smooth Jazz”, the 2011 Canadian Smooth Jazz “Best Vocalist” Nominee currently has over 60 #1 hits on the Radio & Records’ smooth jazz chart, is considered to be the genre’s #1 producer and has earned the distinction of having a #1 Radio & Records chart hit as both an artist and producer.

Levitt National Tour Presents:

Paul Thorn and the Blind Boys of Alabama:  Saturday, August 11, 2018 7pm

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=71i0WityYE0

Thorn boasts an innovative and impressive career, pleasing crowds with his muscular brand of roots music—bluesy, rocking and thoroughly Southern American, while speaking universal truths. He has performed on major television shows like Late Night with Conan O’Brien and Jimmy Kimmel Live!; been the subject of numerous National Public Radio (NPR) features; charted multiple times on the Billboard Top 100 and Americana Radio Charts; and performed alongside living legends like Bonnie Raitt, Mark Knopfler, Sting, and John Prine among many others.

Blind Boys of Alabama

Referred to as “gospel titans” by Rolling Stone magazine—continuously push musical boundaries with remarkable interpretations of traditional gospel and contemporary spirituals by songwriters such as Eric Clapton, Prince and Tom Waits. Celebrated by the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) and the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (NARAS) with Lifetime Achievement Awards, inducted into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame, and winners of five GRAMMY Awards, they have attained the highest levels of achievement in a career that spans almost 80 years. They’ve recorded with fellow musical greats Lou Reed, Peter Gabriel, Bonnie Raitt, Willie Nelson, Aaron Neville, Susan Tedeschi, Ben Harper, Patty Griffin and Taj Mahal. Blind Boys of Alabama have appeared on The Tonight Show With Jay Leno, Late Night with David Letterman, The Grammy Awards, 60 Minutes, The Colbert Report and many other television shows. Levitt National Tour audiences are in for an electrifying evening of gospel meets blues meets rock!

PNC Family Series presents:

Trout Fishing in America:  Sunday, August 12, 2018 3pm

Trout Fishing in America is the longstanding, four-time GRAMMY nominated musical partnership of Keith Grimwood and Ezra Idlet. A willingness to at once make fun of our most annoying daily habits, then to touch our hearts with tender and passionate images of family life, is what makes the connection between Trout Fishing in America and its audiences so compelling and poignant.  The most recent family release is “Rubber Baby Buggy Bumpers”. The CD features tongue twisters, mind-benders, spooky situations and instantly identifiable slices of a kid’s life. In 2017, they changed gears and released a folk/rock CD called “The Strangest Times”. The project is a return to the roots of the band. The songs explore a wide range of feelings and musical styles that blend seamlessly into an inspired and cohesive work. Their infectious mix of folk/pop and family music is the result of their diverse backgrounds as well as growing up in the musical melting pot that is Texas. Their recordings have garnered three National Indie Awards, multiple Parents Choice and NAPPA Gold awards, the American Library Award, as well as four Grammy nominations. 

“…the Lennon and McCartney of kids’ music.” – National Public Radio –

“To see these guys, perform live is truly a wonder to behold.  They possess a certain raw magic that leaves audiences of all ages entertained to their childhood core.”
~Mindy Thomas, Program Director/SiriusXM’s Kids Place Live

Delhi2Dublin:  Thursday, August 16, 2018 7pm

World Music

Delhi 2 Dublin was a happy accident born out of Vancouver’s Celtic Fest in 2006. Their sound started as an electronic fusion between bhangra beats and Celtic fiddle and has since grown into anything from dub reggae to breakbeats to just straight up happy dance music.  The band’s new release of “We’re All Desi” looks to be their strongest album yet. Eschewing the sterility of writing songs in the studio and embracing the musicianship of new members James Wallace (guitar) and Serena Eades (fiddle), the band has based their new material entirely on jam sessions in their rehearsal space. Heavily influenced by their favorite Bollywood records from the 70s, their love for funk music, and produced by Nick Middleton (of The Funk Hunters), the results combine the high energy of their signature live shows with a newfound studio polish.

Kyle Dillingham & Horseshoe Road: Friday, August 17, 2018

Folk/Americana

Get ready for a high energy, uplifting musical experience that blends captivating virtuosity and heartfelt sincerity. This very eclectic Americana band is full of surprises, and the group’s passion for music can be seen in their performance.  Horseshoe Road is the 2011 International Acoustic Music Award winner in the Bluegrass/Country category.  Opening for the Oak Ridge Boys was one of the many highlights of 2012, as well as the Charlie Daniels Band in 2013.

-“Ken Burns and I travel all over the United States. After hearing your performance, we turned to each other and agreed that we had witnessed something amazing.”-Paula Kerger, President of PBS

Sol Driven Train:  Saturday, August 18, 2018 7pm

Americana/Roots

Sol Driven Train’s music weaves through genres. The band’s playful sonic schizophrenia absorbs songwriting influences like John Prine and Paul Simon, Afro-Caribbean rhythmic explorations, and funky New Orleans-style brass into earnest songs of life, love, loss, and long johns. The versatile 5-piece band, based in Charleston, SC, features rotating lead vocalists, and multi-instrumental talent spread across horns, strings, keyboards, and percussion.  Combining rich varieties of American pop and folk music into their own brass-kickin’ roots rock sound, Sol Driven Train has carved out a unique musical identity within the Jam and Americana music scene.  

Named “2011 Rock Band of the Year” “2012 Jam Band of the Year” and “2013 World/Groove/Reggae Band of the Year” by the Charleston City Paper, and “On the Verge” by Relix Magazine in January 2012, Sol Driven Train is an independent band breaking into the national spotlight. 2016 saw the release of Sol Driven Train’s “Sunday”, the band’s first album to feature bassist Matty Thompson and pianist Ross Bogan. Drawing influence from years of experience on the road and their surrogate home in the US Virgin Islands, “Sunday” is Sol Driven Train’s most comprehensive album to date. 2018 will mark the band’s ninth full-length album.

Eichelberger Jazz Series presents:

The Lao Tizer Band:  Sunday, August 19, 2018 3pm

“Jazz Group of the Year” nominee, The Lao Tizer Band, brings their electrifying World Jazz Fusion and introduce Dayton to their brand-new, Billboard Jazz top 10 CD/DVD combo-pack release, Songs From The Swinghouse!  Led by pianist, keyboardist, composer and former “Best New Jazz Artist” nominee, Lao Tizer, the group also features vocalist Tita Hutchison (Rick Rubin, Foreigner), Grammy nominated and 3-time Emmy winning guitarist, Chieli Minucci, drum phenom Gene Coye (Larry Carlton, Terence Blancherd) and Senegaleese bassist, Cheikh N’Doye (Baaba Maal, Mike Stern).  Tizer praises each musician for his and her contribution to the whole. Conceptually focused while always generous as a composer, arranger and band-leader, Tizer produced Songs From The Swinghouse on his own and wrote all of the instrumental tracks himself, aside from one co-write, “A Prayer For Unity” with the band’s other guitarist, Jeff Marshall. They wrote it just after the terrorist attacks in Paris in 2015, and the significance at this particular time amid current events is imperative for Tizer. “It’s a message that the world needs on a much more macro level, and music is one of those few mediums that can bridge some gaps,” says Tizer.

The New Old Fashioned and Box Car Suite:  Thursday, August 23, 2018, 7pm

Rock/Pop

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pmyGZj7eOV0

The New Old Fashioned

The New Old-Fashioned fuses big harmonies, punchy guitars, and lyrics firmly rooted in a Midwestern lifestyle, both modern and classic. Reminiscent of the heartland rock and Americana of artists like Tom Petty, the Eagles, the Old 97s, and Wilco, the New Old-Fashioned plays what it knows: catchy, no-frills rock & roll. The band’s second full-length album, Low-Down Dirty Summer Nights, expands and evolves the Americana sound that first appeared on its self-titled debut in 2012 by cranking up the guitars and adding some R&B influences. 

Box Car Suite

Cosmic American power pop for the Age of Aquarius, Box Car Suite is equal parts paisley, rhinestone and feather boa.  With Further In and Farther Out, the Boxcar Suite deliver their second full-length album, with a fully formed rock and roll band enjoying the arrival of their realized sound. It holds true to the song-oriented approach common to front man Tim Pritchard’s previous work, and generally indicative of admiration for writers such as Gram Parsons or Gene Clark but turns sonic favor toward 70’s stadium heroics and 90’s power pop revivalism, embellished by steel guitar, keys, harmonized leadwork, and stacked vocal harmonies. Though more focused than previous efforts there are still apparent hints of country, folk and psychedelia.

Ruthie Foster:  Friday, August 24, 2018, 7pm

R&B/Blues

The small rural town of Gause, TX had no chance of keeping the vocal powerhouse known as Ruthie Foster to itself. The worship services at her community church and influences like Mavis Staples and Aretha Franklin created the foundation of her vocal capabilities, which developed into her own sound which is unable to be contained within a single genre. That uniqueness echoes a common theme in Ruthie’s life and career – marching to the beat of her own drum but has given her success that provided the opportunity to duet with Bonnie Raitt, or stand onstage with the Allman Brothers at New York’s Beacon Theater and trade verses with Susan Tedeschi; and includes nominations for a Best Blues Album Grammy — three times in a row, seven Blues Music Awards, three Austin Music Awards, the Grand Prix du Disque award from the Académie Charles-Cros in France, and a Living Blues Critics’ Award for Female Blues Artist of the Year.

– “If you’re not smiling as you listen to Ruthie Foster’s new album, Joy Comes Back, then you might want to check the condition of your heart. On this album…Foster joyfully delivers a set of ten infectious songs that carry powerful images of hope and love.” – DOWNBEAT

John King:  Saturday, August 25, 2018, 7pm

Country

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Drive, paired with raw talent and business savvy took this young man out of a little mountain town in Georgia and into the spotlight opening for award-winning artists, writing number 1 songs, and touring over 150 dates a year. His dedication and tenacity paid off in opening slots for nationally recognized, award-winning artists-a feat that is virtually unheard of for a young, unsigned artist. In a short time, King has been making a name for himself in Country Music. John’s debut radio single, “Tonight Tonight,” earned him his first Top 40 hit.  In late 2017, King released the single “I Still Pick Up” from his latest project. The song debuted Top 5 on the Apple Music Hot Chart and has already gained over 1 million streams in a short time. The music video recently debuted on CMT and was voted Top 10 on the countdown.

In addition to his rising success as an artist, King is also earning national recognition as a songwriter. King experienced his first #1 with a song called “We Went” recorded by artist Randy Houser and received a 2016 ASCAP Songwriter Award for the song’s success.

When it comes to the fans, the bar is set high according to John. “I love the way Garth treats his fans like royalty…I wanna be like that… If you’ve made a long career in country music, it’s because your fans love you.” As King puts it, “Entertaining a crowd, meeting the fans, hearing their stories, seeing them have the time of their lives…that is what God put me here to do…that’s my passion.” 

PNC Family Series presents:

Big Bang Boom!  Sunday, August 26, 2018, 3pm

Big Bang Boom is a pop/rock music trio that plays parent-friendly children’s music. After 20 years touring clubs and playing parties, Chuck Folds (younger brother of Ben Folds), Steve Willard, and Eddie Walker decided to expand their horizons and play for parents who have had enough of Barney, The Wiggles, and Kidz Bop. Big Bang Boom is kids’ music with a pop sensibility, aimed at being something that parents can enjoy and feel good about letting their kids listen to and see live.

Their 3rd CD, Because I Said So! was named in the top children’s music CD’s of the year (2012) by “Kids & Family” (a big “kindie” blog). The band was a top 10 requested song of the year by WXPN Kids in Philadelphia, the longest-running kids radio program in the US, and they also played the station’s 25th anniversary. They have even been compared to U2 by Parenting Magazine!

Big Bang Boom plays children’s favorites as well as their own original songs for kids. The live show is high-energy and demands that the crowd (the kids AND parents) get involved. From getting the kids on stage to join the “Spongebob Chorus” to the parents vs. the kids hokey pokey challenge, Big Bang Boom has established the mantra, “There is no sitting down at a Big Bang Boom show!” Their songs have won accolades in the John Lennon, USA, International, and Great American Songwriting Contests.

Eichelberger Jazz Series presents:

Dave Greer’s Classic Jazz Stompers:  Thursday, August 30, 2018, 7pm

 

Dave Greer’s Classic Jazz Stompers first hit the stage in the late 1980s, reintroducing the great jazz of 1920s and 1930s to eager audiences. The group quickly developed a devoted fan following in their native Dayton, Ohio, while also winning over jazz and music lovers across the country and, even, abroad.
They’ve played major music venues, such as the Elkhart Jazz Festival and the Davenport Bix Festival, been featured at the Dayton CityFolk Festival numerous times and toured Belgium at the request of Classic Jazz Stompers’ fans.  The Classic Jazz Stompers invite you to join them as they share their love of the giants of jazz and the schools and styles of New Orleans, Chicago, New York, Kansas City and San Francisco.

MojoFlo:  Friday, August 31, 2018, 7pm

Funk

 

Neo funk group, MojoFlo, is as known for their captivating stage performance as their infectious rhythms and catchy lyrics. Named “Best Band” (2016) by both Columbus Monthly and (614) Magazine for their dynamic live shows featuring vivacious vocalist Amber Knicole. From aerial performances and Soul Train lines to hula hoop choreography and near-cringe-inducing leaps off the drum riser in 6-inch heels this lady has a knack for leaving audiences enthralled.

In combining hard hitting horns, seductive melodies and a meticulously crafted stage show, MojoFlo has built a fiercely loyal fanbase. This self-supported band tours routinely to bring their show to a national audience. MojoFlo has shared the stage with Rebirth Brass Band, Trombone Shorty, Big Sam’s Funky Nation, Joan Jett, KC and the Sunshine Band and the Dynamites featuring Charlie Walker. They’ve played festivals such as Nelsonville Music Festival (2016), Tribal Connection (2015), All Good (2013), Mad Tea Party (2015), Be Kind Gathering (2016) Independent’s Day (Columbus 2016). 

 MojoFlo released their debut EP ‘Waiting’ in 2009 followed in 2010 by “Whatcha Think About That”.  Since 2011 they have released a series of singles including “Home to You” (on vinyl), “Music Makes It Alright (MMIA)”, and “Crazy 4 U”. Their much anticipated next single “Any Other Girl” and accompanying music video were released early 2017 and was followed by a new album the summer of 2017.

Croce Plays Croce:  Thursday, September 6, 2018, 7pm

Folk/Americana

A.J. Croce is a multi-instrumentalist roots-rock artist, known for his boogie-woogie piano playing reminiscent of Dr. John. His music incorporates pop, blues, folk, and jazz, and has charted on seven radio charts including Top 40. He’s shared the stage with many notable artists including James Brown, Willie Nelson, Bela Fleck, co-written songs with greats like Leon Russell, and been produced by legends like the late Allen Toussaint. From his debut as a jazz influenced blues-based artist to his evolution into a pop music iconoclast, singer-songwriter A.J. Croce has traveled a circuitous musical road. The son of legendary singer-songwriter Jim Croce, A.J.’s career began with his first tour at age 18 opening up for B.B. King.  An ivory-searing New Orleans piano style established an essential juju, but his exploratory pop gems revealed a spectrum of influences from art rock to Americana and beyond. Initially signed as a jazz artist, he subsequently charted with an Americana roots release. A.J. says that back home in California his song craft took an instant turn. “I began writing for myself again,” he confirms. He also began collaborating with the great Leon Russell (“A Song for You,” “This Masquerade”). “It’s a thrill and a little surreal to collaborate with Leon Russell. He’s been an influence and an inspiration as long as I can remember,” said A.J.

“Croce Plays Croce” features a complete set of classics by his father Jim Croce, some of his own tunes, and songs that influenced both him and his father. The show often includes such timeless songs as “Operator,” “You Don’t Mess Around with Jim,” “Workin’ At the Car Wash Blues,” “Rapid Roy (The Stock Car Boy), “One Less Set of Footsteps,” “Lovers Cross,” and “Box #10,” to name a few.

The Hunts:  Friday, September 7, 2018

Rock/Indie

Known for their harmony-laced take on alt-folk, The Hunts are a Chesapeake, Virginia-based band of seven siblings who’ve been playing music together almost their entire lives. Twin sisters Jessi and Jenni and five brothers Josh, Jonathan, Jordan, Justin, and Jamison, now ranging in age from 26 down to 17, learned to sing and play violin as young kids and spent much of their childhood performing in their community. After widening their following and playing at theaters, festivals and universities around the country—and teaching themselves to play instruments like mandolin, piano, ukulele, banjo, and drums—The Hunts started experimenting with songwriting and soon brought to life a batch of songs that reveal their sophisticated sense of melody and undeniably dreamy innocence.

Inspired by shared memories, The Hunts have created songs that capture heartache and wonder with a wide-eyed but wistful elegance. The Hunts hold true to a songwriting process that taps into each member’s unique strengths but remains intensely collaborative. That unified approach infuses their music with an irresistible richness of spirit. Their songs are artfully arranged yet instilled with a graceful simplicity. While getting seven strong-minded brothers and sisters to agree on every last note and lyric can sometimes be chaotic, The Hunts note that the synergy born from that chaos is what makes the band so strong.  They toured with O.A.R. in 2016, appeared at the Austin City Limits 2014 & 2015, Summerfest 2015, Landmark 2015 & Firefly 2015; their single “Make This Leap” featured in national Milk-Bone commercial; Life Was Simple EP (August 2014) heard nationwide in Starbucks’ in-store overhead playlist.

 

Eichelberger Jazz Series presents:

Paulie Cerra & Groove Legacy:  Saturday, September 8, 2018, 7pm

 

Paulie Cerra is a saxophonist, singer, piano player, and songwriter. Best known as a saxophonist in the blues world with artists such as Lucky Peterson and Little Milton and so many others. His work with a diverse group of artists such as Rickie Lee Jones, Kirk Franklin, Glen Hughes, Lionel Richie and Larry Carlton, among countless others, show his versatility as a sideman. For the last few years he has been holding down the sax chair with guitar great, Joe Bonamassa. What many are just starting to discover is his gift as a vocalist, songwriter and unforgettably captivating artist. A solid foundation of blues and soul informs much of his music. Subtle influences of jazz, country, and gospel often find themselves interwoven in his original music.

The release of “Hell And High Water” solidifies his place as unique artist of note. Supported by an incredible cast of musicians, every track on this record is groovin’ hard! From the lead off “So You Think You’re In Love” featuring his blazing saxophone and larger than life horns to the title track “Hell And High Water” which features Joe Bonamassa’s searing guitar, the 10 original songs are worthy of continued listening. There is one cover on the record, “Hard Times”, an amazing homage to the late, great, Ray Charles. Guest artists include, Larry Carlton, Kirk Fletcher, James Gadson, and Joe Bonamassa.

PNC Family Series

Secret Agent 23 Skidoo:  Sunday, September 9, 2018, 3pm

Secret Agent 23 Skidoo is a Grammy winning, internationally touring, purple velvet tuxedo wearing family funk phenomenon. Combining the positive, primal power of hip hop with the surreal storytelling of science fiction, 23 Skidoo has concocted a potent potion that wows family crowds across the planet. The ingredients of his magic spells include reverence for the boundless mind states of young children, respect for the culture and DNA of hip hop, funk and soul music, and a deep belief in the power of the imagination to change the world in positive ways, both personal and universal. If you can imagine a band with Jim Henson on guitar, Shel Silverstein on bass and PIXAR as the lead vocalist, you’ve pretty much got it. And if George Clinton and Q Tip stopped by the party, that might clarify things even more. Basically, if Dr. Seuss and Dr. Dre had a baby, it would be the music of Secret Agent 23 Skidoo.

In the decade of dancing down this crazy path, Secret Agent 23 Skidoo has evolved a sound and style that never dumbs down the music or underestimates the audience. With funk and beats as real as bands that play at midnight, and with lyrics that aren’t afraid to employ a larger vocabulary that what is currently heard on mainstream radio for grownups, Skidoo fashions a world intended for the whole family. The universal constants that we all deal with, such as love, struggle, dreams, fear and learning to become ourselves, are the soul of these musical adventures that bounce, fly and slide smoothly through landscapes of wild imagination.

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Ashley Martin/Thomas Mac:  Thursday, September 13, 2018, 7pm

Country/Bluegrass

Ashley Martin is a singer-songwriter from the heart of America.  She was born in Dayton, Ohio into a family where music was a basic part of life.  She quickly found her place in her family’s seventy-five-piece gospel choir, belting her first solo at just six years old.  She later attended Belmont University in Nashville and studied music business.  Martin now tours the country with her four-piece band.  She has created a unique style all her own – a mix of country, rock and pop.  Her shows are sexy, high-energy musical experiences.

 

Martin continues to improve her singing and songwriting talents.  The band has opened for the likes of Brett Eldridge, The Band Perry, Tracey Lawrence, Dustin Lynch, Frankie Ballard, Trick Pony and Zac Brown Band.  Martin’s songs are getting better every year.  She released her third CD Take 2 in October 2016.  Her latest single “He’s Mine” has generated more excitement than any of her previous works

 

Thomas Mac

Thomas Mac, Nashville singer / songwriter, born in Dayton Ohio, comes by country music naturally.  He started giving live performances when he was 14 years old playing on the stage at a local Opry House in Lebanon, Ohio.  After performing for the first time that night with a live band, Thomas had one goal in mind…to work hard, perfect his craft and one day become a Nashville recording artist.  Thomas began learning on his own by listening to great country performers he admired and respected in the

industry, like Johnny Cash, George Strait, Brad Paisley and Kenny Chesney.  These and many other artists have influenced his writing and singing. His voice has a tone that keeps you wanting more and his writing skills blend traditional with pop country. Thomas continues to perform every song with passion and excitement. His singing will melt your heart and you’ll love having his songs stuck in your head all day!

Shrug/Trey Stone and the Ringers:  Friday, September 14, 2018, 7pm

Rock

 

Shrug

A mainstay of the Dayton music scene for nearly 24 years, Shrug have made a name for themselves with their brand of honest, literate Rock & Roll, with particularly close attention paid to song craft and heartfelt live performances that have earned them a remarkably loyal following in the Gem City. Shrug debuted in September of 1994 as an acoustic-based trio and, in the many years since, have evolved into a five-piece electric outfit that should appeal to fans of such artists as Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers, Wilco, and Elvis Costello. They are currently recording their 6th studio album, a follow-up to 2016’s Age Of Ashes. 

Devon Gilfillian:  Saturday September 15, 2018, 7pm

R&B/Soul

Devon Gilfillian fires twin barrels of gospel-blues and southern soul on his debut EP. Fueled by groove, guitar, and the powerful punch of Gilfillian’s voice, the songs shine a light on a young songwriter who grew up outside of Philadelphia, absorbing everything from the R&B swagger of Al Green and Ray Charles to the rock & roll heroics of Jimi Hendrix. Now based in Nashville, Gilfillian puts a personalized stamp on those childhood influences, rolling them into five original songs that showcase not only his songwriting and singing, but also his talent as an instrumentalist. 

Released in May 2016, the self-titled Devon Gilfillian finds him stepping into the spotlight as a solo artist. He recorded the songs with a small group of friends and collaborators, tapping drummer Jonathan Smalt and slide guitarist Jesse Thompson as co-producers. Equal parts swampy, funky, and enthralling, the record finds Gilfillian planting one foot in the classic sound of his influences, with the other foot pointing somewhere new and uncharted. After all, he’s no revivalist. No nostalgia act. No retro wannabe. Instead, Gilfillian is a classic artist for the modern age, discovering new life in soulful sounds that have been making people dance for decades.

PNC Family Series presents:

Justin Roberts:  Sunday, September 16, 2018, 3pm

 

Three-time GRAMMY Nominated Justin Roberts is truly one of the all-stars of the indie family music scene. For nearly 20 years, Roberts has been crafting songs for kids and parents that navigate the joys and sorrows of growing up. Along with his band, The Not Ready for Naptime Players, they have travelled the globe, from Hong Kong to New York, and Miami to Seattle.  Lemonade is Justin’s 13th album for families and it contains 12 new original songs. It’s the musical equivalent of an impromptu Lemonade stand popping up in the summer heat. The sparse sounds are dotted with ukulele, piano, cello, fiddle, marimba, harpsichord, and lovely harmonies by Nora O’Connor (Neko Case, Decemberists), Anna Jacobson, Robbie Fulks, Liam Davis, and Gerald Dowd.

Justin has performed in front of millions of people on The Today Show, he’s been featured on Nick Jr. TV, and his song “Get Me Some Glasses” was featured on a World Series broadcast. He’s received three GRAMMY nominations, for Jungle Gym in 2011, Recess in 2013, and Lemonade in 2018.

Recent appearances include performances at NYC’s New Victory Theater, DC’s Wolf Trap, LA’s Getty Museum, Lollapalooza, Austin City Limits, and Chicago’s Ravinia.

– “Deft lyrics and beautiful sound” — Los Angeles Times

-“On your feet fun and laugh-out-loud funny.” — People Magazine

-“The lyrics will break your heart with their poignancy and the music will make you celebrate that there are such exceptional artists making songs for children these days. A Grade.” — Entertainment Weekly

-“He has a remarkable ability to see through a child’s eyes… the Judy Blume of kiddie rock” — New York Times

Eichelberger Jazz Series presents:

Huntertones:  Thursday, September 20, 2018, 7pm

Huntertones brings people together around the globe with fun, imaginative and fearless music. Their high energy, horn-driven sound fuses inspired improvisation and adventurous composition melding jazz, funk, rock, and soul. Adding depth and contrast to their live set, Huntertones shift from a dynamic six-piece ensemble to a trio featuring saxophone, sousaphone, and beat-boxing, keeping their listeners’ eyes and ears open at every turn.

Huntertones formed in Columbus, Ohio at The Ohio State University and hosted their first shows at a house on Hunter Avenue. They have since relocated to New York City, released two albums, and toured North and South America, Europe and Africa — experiences which have pushed the band to expand even further, stylistically. What started as a group of classmates finding a voice has developed into a highly collaborative group of musicians traveling, sharing, and growing together.

Individually, members of Huntertones have compiled a diverse resume of collaborations with top artists in pop, jazz, soul, and musical theater. This includes work with Jon Batiste and Stay Human , O.A.R., Snarky Puppy, Stevie Wonder, Andy Grammer, Ed Sheeran, Allen Stone, Gary Clark Jr., Phillip Phillips, Ricky Martin, Umphrey’s McGee, Red Baraat, and more.

The Nightowls:  Friday, September 21, 2018, 7pm

R&B

The Nightowls first took Texas by storm in 2014 with the release their debut album, Good As Gold, which was hailed “suave, energetic, blue-eyed soul” by The Austin Chronicle and named one of the Top 10 albums of the year at the annual Austin Chronicle Music Awards. The Austin-based ten-piece followed up this debut with Fame Sessions, recorded and the Royal Sessions was recorded at the infamous Royal Studios in Memphis, TN, in 2016.  The Nightowls released three singles, “Don’t It Feel Weird (Falling In Love)”, “#selfiequeen” and “All The Good Things You Are”, and garnered praise for their sound “bursting with funk, soul and poppy goodness” (PopMatters).

Released April 27, 2018, We Are The Nightowls was written and recorded over the course of one year, following extensive touring in support of 2016’s Royal Sessions, which was labeled an “energetic blend of classic soul and modern pop” by Paste Magazine. “Our previous albums were concept albums paying homage to the historic recording studios in which they were recorded,” frontman Ryan Harkrider describes. “This new album is more about capturing the band’s sound…it’s a more cohesive statement about who we are.” For that reason, the band made this 2018 release their “self-titled” album.

With these releases, the band garnered national attention from The Atlantic, Southern Living, Relix, Performer Magazine, Pollstar, Paste Magazine and more, and brought their “raucous” live show (Austin Monthly) across the US, hitting every corner of North America and playing dozens of festivals including Austin City Limits Festival, KGSR Unplugged at the Grove, Ouray Mountain Air Music Series, The Levitt Pavilion, Blues on the Green and the Double Decker Festival. 

Sponsored by the Dayton International Airport:

Rob Ickes and Trey Hensley:  Saturday, September 22, 2018, 7pm

Country/Bluegrass

Some things you know are just meant to be—but even when you do, it’s nice to get some outside affirmation.  So, while Rob Ickes and Trey Hensley were sure that their musical partnership was the right move at the right time, it was still welcome news when their debut Compass Records project, Before The Sun Goes Down, earned a nomination for the Best Bluegrass Album Grammy.  And with the release of their new project, The Country Blues on July 8th the pair build on the first one’s strengths to take their unique musical conversation to an even higher level.  Hensley who has made the transition from hot-shot guitar phenom to well-rounded instrumental and vocal powerhouse look easy and Ickes, whose award-winning resonator guitar work not only helped to power famed bluegrass ensemble Blue Highway for two decades but appears on hundreds of bluegrass and country albums. 

Check out the powerful Sonny Boy Williamson blues shouter, “One Way Out,” or the mixed regret and determination of “Won’t Give Up My Train,” memorably recorded years ago by Merle Haggard, or the ‘grassy dexterity of their original, “Everywhere I Go.” Need more?  How about the insouciant funk of “Never Can Pray Enough,” imported from the Wood Brothers, or the southern rock of Charlie Daniels on “Willie Jones?”  Then there’s the jazzy tour de force instrumental, “Biscuits And Gravy,” written by Ickes as a kind of tribute to pedal steel master Buddy Emmons and so much more; there’s even a nod to the Grateful Dead in “Friend Of The Devil,” a dazzling staple of the duo’s live shows.

After all, when something’s meant to be, the best thing to do is to get out of the way and let it go.

Lucky Diaz & the Family Jam Band:  Sunday, September 23, 2018, 3pm

Family:  World

As featured on NPR, All Things Considered, 3-time EMMY Nominees and WINNERS and 2-time LATIN GRAMMY nominees and WINNERS, Lucky Diaz and the Family Jam Band have been crowned the very first Americans to ever win a Latin GRAMMY in the children’s album category!  Lucky Diaz and Alisha Gaddis, a married couple, have been named ‘THE face of kindie music’ by the Washington Post, ‘SUPERSTARS’ by Red Tricycle, ‘The Rolling Stones of Kids Music’ by the Style Network, and PEOPLE Magazine called their album the #1 in COOLEST kids’ music! They create indie music sounds that are rooted in their whimsical child-friendly imaginations.  

The songs on their five acclaimed and award-winning recordings offer a musical and topical range aimed at exploring all of the wonder and joy of a young person’s life.

Latin GRAMMY Award winning, ¡Fantastico! Translating their hit “Blue Bear” into “Oso Azul” and re-introducing songs like “Say What?” as “¿Que Dices?” Lucky Diaz and the Family Jam Band’s Spanish language release found a new audience of families yearning to immerse their youngest listeners in dual language right from the start. SiriusXM’s Mindy Thomas said that it set the standard for Spanish-language music for kids, and ¡Fantastico! went onto be the first album ever to win a Latin GRAMMY by an American group in its category. 2015 has proven to be another wonderful year of the band! Collecting 3 EMMY Nominations and a win for Alisha Gaddis for their PBS TV show Lishy Lou and Lucky Too! Also, most recently collecting a Latin GRAMMY Nomination for their latest album Adelante! Look for their latest release POCHO! out in 2018!

The Steel Wheels:  Thursday, September 27, 2018, 7pm

Americana/Bluegrass

Hailing from the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia, The Steel Wheels are familiar with the traditions of folk music and how a string band is supposed to sound. In fact, they’ve been drawing on those steadfast traditions for more than a decade. Yet, their name also evokes a sense of forward motion, which is clearly reflected in their latest album, Wild As We Came Here.

The band’s name is a tip of the hat to steam-powered trains, industrial progress and the buggies of their Mennonite lineage. Their musical style weaves through Americana and bluegrass, folk and old-time music, and the acoustic poetry of the finest singer-songwriters. By incorporating percussion and keyboards into their recording sessions for the first time, Wild As We Came Here adds new textures to their catalog, as themes of discovery and perseverance run throughout the collection.

The Rad Trads:  Friday, September 28, 2018, 7pm

Rock

When The Rad Trads met in the East Village in the Spring of 2012, they were looking to play with the best musicians they could find. Making rent playing gigs in every bar and beer hall that would have them, the guys dominated New York City with their soulful American music, punk-rock energy & showmanship, powerful horns, driving rhythm section, and four captivating lead vocalists. Almost 5 years later, The Rad Trads have headlined on four Continents, and opened for acts such as Lake Street Dive, Tom Jones, Charles Bradley, Buddy Guy, Taj Mahal, The Lone Bellow, Margaret Glaspy, Con Brio, and Dustbowl Revival. They have toured Europe seven times, the Middle East and played in 14 countries and 33 U.S. States. Following the release of their first full length album (Must We Call Them Rad Trads – Dala Records) in May 2016, the band is slated to release their second LP of original music in the Spring of 2018. The record is highly anticipated in its creative direction and sound. Members of The Rad Trads have performed or recorded with St. Paul & the Broken Bones, Deer Tick, Lee Fields, Jonathan Batiste, Sarah Jarosz, David Duchovny, Red Baraat & even Paul McCartney as well as leading their own critically acclaimed bands.

Eichelberger Jazz Series presents:

Duante Beddingfield featuring The Randy Villars Trio:  Saturday, September 29, 2018, 7pm

Singer Duante Beddingfield, host of WYSO FM’s Equinox jazz program, brings his throwback style to the stage with fun, unique arrangements of both standards and modern pop tunes in the vein of Postmodern Jukebox. Collaborating with music director/pianist Randy Villars, Beddingfield creates a crowd-friendly act that makes jazz accessible to anyone while remaining inventive. Together, they had the honor of being the final headliners at Dayton’s legendary Gilly’s nightclub in late 2017.

Composer/arranger Randy Villars, equally adept at piano and saxophone, is founder of The Dayton Jazz Institute, a local private lesson studio. He has taught around the country, recently completing residencies and clinics at Morehead State University and Vincennes University. He has played and studied with such figures as Sonny Stitt, Maynard Ferguson, Ramsey Lewis, Clark Terry, John Scofield, Bernard Purdy, James Moody, and Eddie Harris, and played across four continents as featured saxophonist with funk legend Bootsy Collins’ Funk Capital of the World tour. 

Matt Wiles is a Cincinnati-based bassist and instructor who performs regularly in the Dayton/Cincinnati region, as well as Chicago and New York City. Jeff Mellott, a Cincinnati Conservatory of Music graduate, has played drums and percussion around the U.S., and opened for acts such as Galactic, Snarky Puppy, and Terence Blanchard. Together with guitarist Brandon Scott Coleman, Wiles and Mellott founded Cincinnati’s Golden Mean Arts, a space which hosts intimate performances by acclaimed jazz artists and also acts as a rehearsal and recording space for their own projects. 

PNC Family Series presents:

Banana Slug String Band:  Sunday, September 30, 2018, 3pm

 

The Banana Slug String Band has been educating, empowering and entertaining kids and families for over 30 years. They’ve worked in 40 states and 5 Countries, for almost 2 million people. With 11 award winning CDs, their music is in homes everywhere, school curriculums and classrooms around the world. The slugs are often found bringing their music to noted festivals such as New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival, High Sierra Music Festival, and their home festival, Strawberry Music Festival, which they have played nearly 40 times!

Their Live show is legendary, and includes characters such as; the Professor, Doug the Drop, Peter the

Penguin, Mr. Dirt the puppet, Louie the Crab, and Big Red, the talking Redwood Tree. These characters come out in full body costume to the amazement of all. The songs are all original and played in a variety of catchy musical styles…from Folk to Blues to reggae, Rock and Roll and Rap. The songs are educational, funny and moving. Kids come away inspired, and ready to learn more about the Earth.

The Slugs are Environmental Educators, and met teaching in Outdoor Education in San Mateo county, working at Env. Ed. Schools deep in the Redwoods. Solar Steve and Marine Mark are currently the Administrators and directors of San Mateo county outdoor Ed.  Doug Dirt, Airy Larry, Marine Mark, and Solar Steve are lifelong impassioned musicians, songwriters, performers, educators, and eco-warriors! With guitars, voices, crazy characters, and an extraordinary ability to

connect with children…. they change the world, one child at a time!

The Dayton Funk All-Stars Band: Thursday, October 4, 2018

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MfozpL9i96g

The Dayton Funk All-Stars Band, sometimes called Dfunk, offers the best of the iconic sound of Funk: soulful, with horns, sparkling vocals and plenty of flash!

Eichelberger Jazz Series presents:

Sanae-Braxton Collaborative: Friday, October 5, 2018, 7pm

Musician/Composer/Producer/Multi-Instrumentalist and native Daytonian, Robert Sanae is a product of a rich musical heritage and accomplished Dayton musicians.  Pacific Coast Jazz is proud to have Robert and his new project, “The Sanae/Braxton Collaborative”… a collaboration with saxophonist and label mate, Tom Braxton (Saxophonist from Earl Klugh and former music director for the late Wayman Tisdale). The project also features guest appearances by Al Turner (music director and bassist from Earl Klugh and Kem), as well as Flautist Bradley Leighton.

Robert began his professional career as the youngest member of the R&B Group ‘Zapp’ featuring Roger Troutman, where he was a trumpeter, Keyboardist, vocalist and also learned numerous other skills, including audio engineering and editing. During his tenure with the Troutman organization, Robert’s performance credits encompassed five albums out of the Troutman camp.  After ending his tenure with the Troutman organization, Robert moved to California to further his career as a writer, composer, artist as well as a producer and later moved to New Orleans, La., was uprooted by hurricane Katrina which forced him to move back to his hometown of Dayton, Ohio. Over the years Robert has created an extensive catalog of productions ranging from R&B, Hip Hop, Neo-Soul, Pop, Adult Contemporary Smooth/Contemporary Jazz and Rock and continues to develop as a producer/composer/musician and is on his way to soon be one of the most sought-after producer/composer in the industry today.  Having shared the stage with RnR featuring Rick Braun and Richard Elliot, Lao Tizer, Sax Summit featuring Shilts & Jackiem Joyner, Bob Baldwin, Tito Puente Jr., Brian Culbertson, Terence Blanchard, and Earl Klugh. 

Boogat:  Saturday, October 6, 2018, 7pm

World

Boogat is a brilliant and witty MC who has a unique artistic approach, pushing the boundaries of Latin music beyond hip-hop and electronica. A must-see live show, Boogat explores everyday issues through intelligent songs, with sticky choruses and a lot of good vibes.

Sponsored by HONDA:

Derik Nelson & Family:  Sunday, October 7, 2018, 3pm

Rock/Pop/Family

Raised in the Pacific Northwest, Derik Nelson & Family’s signature sound features velvety three-part vocal harmonies only a family can deliver. They’ve garnered nearly 3 million views on YouTube and toured over 40 locations across the West Coast to raise money for music education. Derik has appeared regularly as the lead guitarist on television’s “Glee,” among other shows.

Derik Nelson & Family delivers a concert experience like no other, featuring pristine sound, a state of the art light show, and an integrated 20-foot video display. Derik’s interactive “clones” are featured throughout the show on the 5-screen video “wall.” The multiple “Derik clones” paint an expansive wall of sound of limitless sonic possibilities by each playing many different instruments. This innovative technical marvel uses the latest in audio/video technology to take audiences on an aural and visual journey through time, space, an impressive array of landscapes, weather conditions, and musical “settings.”

About Levitt Pavilion Dayton

When completed this summer, Levitt Pavilion Dayton will be located on Dave Hall Plaza in downtown Dayton and will become the eighth signature Levitt Pavilion, joining Denver, Arlington, Memphis, Bethlehem, and Los Angeles. Central to the Levitt Pavilion’s mission is the creation and the development of gathering spaces that will result in stronger, healthier, and interconnected neighborhoods. Levitt Pavilion Dayton will provide 50 free concerts to the community, featuring local, regional national and international musicians, with an emphasis on creative and diverse programming.  www.LevittDayton.org

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You Could Be The New Owner of Cardboard Crowns

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Cardboard Crowns Owner Ben Adams just announced that the Miamisburg business on Springboro Pike which has been open for 6 months,  will be closing down at the end of the month.  Here’s the update he sent out:

“It saddens me to inform all of you that Cardboard Crowns, in it’s current form and under its current ownership, will be ceasing operations by the end of this month.  Sunday, May 27th is the last day that I plan on having the cafe open.

There are numerous decisions that led to this point, all of which I bear personal responsibility for.  The short and sweet of it is that the cafe, in its current form, is not profitable and I am personally unwilling to continue to fund the business’s losses.

I want to thank each and every one of you for your support and encouragement as I launched and operated this venture, and I apologize that I wasn’t able to sustain operations of the business indefinitely.  Everyone involved in this project, from the volunteers who helped bring the cafe to life, to the employees who have kept things running smoothly during our run, to the Kickstarter backers who have reached out to me with encouraging words have been absolutely phenomenal.

What’s Next?  

The best possible outcome for the cafe would be to find a buyer for it who would be willing to continue operations. While the business in it’s current format has not proven to be profitable I am relatively certain that a dedicated entrepreneur or team of entrepreneurs who would be willing and able to run the cafe themselves, without drawing a salary while the business gets built up and established would be able to get the cafe to the point where it can be a successful and sustainable business.  I will be reaching out to several individuals in regard to this and also sharing the fact that the business is available for purchase with the media so we can hopefully get that publicized. If you know of anyone who may be interested please send them my way.

In the event that a buyer cannot be located, the cafe’s assets will be liquidated.  If that ends up happening I’ll post an additional update here with details on the sale of the cafe’s contents.

Including today we have 12 operating days left before the doors close.  I would encourage you to come out, play some games, have some drinks and enjoy the space while we can.”

If you’d like to contact Ben, you can email him here.

The Icons of UD Basketball Call for Art

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The University of Dayton and the Dayton Society of Artists are excited to announce The Icons of UD Basketball Call for Art.

The Icons of UD Basketball Call will commission six artists to create original artwork of six iconic figures known within the UD Basketball organization.

The panel will choose six finalists based on their submissions. Posters and high-end prints will be printed from selected original artwork. Posters and prints will be available for purchase during the 2018-19 Basketball Season. Proceeds from sales support the UD Champions and Scholars Fund, a fund that provides and enhances opportunities for more than 400 University of Dayton student-athletes on 17 athletic teams.

This project provides original artwork to the large and passionate UD basketball fan base while supporting artists and introducing their work to a new collectors’ market.  The artwork depicts the breadth of the community’s interests in subjects from the UD bandleader, to game announcers and basketball players.

The Six Icons of UD Basketball- Phase 1

“The Legend” Arlen Bucky Bockhorn                     Nate Green
Brooks Hall                                                                  Dr. Willie Morris
Keith Waleskowski                                                     TBD

Eligibility
This call is open to emerging and established artists who are 18 years or older and live in the USA.

Budget
Selected artists will receive $1000 each after final approval of the commissioned artwork.

Q & A at the DSA:  Saturday, June 2, 2 – 3 p.m.

Deadline for submission: Sunday, July 15 (midnight)

HOW TO APPLY Submit through DSA’s Submittable page at: https://daytonsocietyofartists.submittable.com/submit

1. Format proposal/ submission as a PDF or DOC, DOCX. Files should not exceed 10MB.
2. Label file with full name. Example: JaneSmith.PDF or JaneSmith.DOC or JaneSmith.DOCX
3. Include contact information: Name, Address, Phone Number, and Email.
4. If available please include Artist Website, Artist Instagram Page, Artist Facebook Page
5. Insert into the document 5 -10 Images.
6. Only one submission per artist is accepted.

Questions: Pease call or email the Dayton Society of Artists at 937-228-4532 [email protected]

DAI Auditorium renamed Mimi and Stuart Rose Auditorium

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The Dayton Art Institute held a special dedication and ribbon cutting today for its newly renovated auditorium.

The museum also announced the auditorium has been renamed the Mimi and Stuart Rose Auditorium in honor of a generous gift from the Dayton-area philanthropists to help fund the renovations.

 

“Our auditorium is one of the most beautiful performance spaces in the region, thanks to the vision of Julia Shaw Carnell, who funded the construction of our historic museum building in the 1920s,” The Dayton Art Institute’s Director & CEO Michael R. Roediger said. “With this generous gift from Mimi and Stuart Rose, it’s now received a much-needed transformation for the 21st century.”

 

“A great building like this needed a modernized auditorium – something that was more usable,” Mimi and Stuart Rose said. “We never dreamed it would be such a beautiful update. It’s a very rich and warm space now–very welcoming.”

Renovation work included: the sound system and lighting were upgraded or replaced; the cork floors, carpeting and seating were replaced; the stage floor was sanded and refinished; the wood doors, trim and stage front were reconditioned; floor vent covers were removed, refinished and reinstalled; the marble walls were cleaned and polished; and the stage curtains were removed for repair and cleaning, which included stabilizing the circa-1931 curtain and valance. In addition, backstage video monitoring and three CCTV cameras were installed, and an ADA Lift to offer ADA access to the stage will also be installed.

 

The Mimi and Stuart Rose Auditorium, originally known as the Music Room and later the NCR Renaissance Auditorium, was an integral part of The DAI’s historic museum building when it opened in January 1930. It quickly became the home to many organizations and community events. Most notably, it was the first stage for Dayton Ballet, which is the second-oldest ballet company in the United States. Many Daytonians also remember having their piano and dance recitals here as children, as well as having their graduations in the auditorium.

 

Today, the auditorium is used for a variety of programs, from performances by Dayton Contemporary Dance Company and the Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra, to film premiers, organ concerts, and corporate meetings, weddings and events.

 

“I am proud to say that we have updated the auditorium to make it state-of-the-art, while keeping the original beauty and charm,” Roediger said. “The Mimi and Stuart Rose Auditorium is a place of celebration that we anticipate will become an even more sought-after venue.”

 

“From educational programming, to social events, to the great art that hangs on the walls and the special exhibitions, The DAI is a centerpiece of the community,” the Roses said. “It brings people together, and that is so important here in Dayton–bringing people from all different ages and diverse backgrounds together for all of the programs. There’s always something great happening at the museum, and anyone who wants to participate can do so.”

 

For more information about The Dayton Art Institute and the Mimi and Stuart Rose Auditorium, please visitwww.daytonartinstitute.org or call 937-223-4ART (4278). Connect with The Dayton Art Institute on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Pinterest for additional information, behind-the-scenes photos and exclusive offers.

LEAN ON PETE Starts Friday + RBG News from THE NEON

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Hello Everyone!

We have to keep moving along at THE NEON! If you still need to see ISLE OF DOGS or YOU WERE NEVER REALLY HERE, Thursday will be you last chance to catch them with us. On Friday, we will open acclaimed filmmaker Andrew Haigh’s lovely new film – LEAN ON PETE. TULLY will stick around for one more week.

Synopsis for LEAN ON PETE: ONE WEEK ONLY! “From acclaimed filmmaker Andrew Haigh (WEEKEND and 45 YEARS), and based on the beloved novel by Willy Vlautin, comes LEAN ON PETE – a deeply moving story about love, loneliness, family, and friendship, told through the unique prism of one boy’s connection to a very special racehorse. Fifteen-year-old Charley Thompson (Charlie Plummer) arrives in Portland, Oregon with his single father Ray (Travis Fimmel), both of them eager for a fresh start after a series of hard knocks. While Ray descends into personal turmoil, Charley finds acceptance and camaraderie at a local racetrack where he lands a job caring for an aging Quarter Horse named Lean On Pete. The horse’s gruff owner Del Montgomery (Steve Buscemi) and his seasoned jockey Bonnie (Chloe Sevigny) help Charley fill the void of his father’s absence – until he discovers that Pete is bound for slaughter, prompting him to take extreme measures to spare his new friend’s life.” Click on this LINK to visit the film’s official site.

The Dayton Jewish Film Festival is down to its last film for this year…and it has already SOLD OUT! But there’s good news if you haven’t purchased your ticket yet. An encore screening of SAMMY DAVIS JR: I’VE GOT TO BE ME has been scheduled for Thursday, May 24 at 7:30. Brochures are available in our lobby, and you can find out more about the films (as well as details about tickets) on the festival’s OFFICIAL SITE.

 

After two successful special screenings, WE’RE DOING FINE is coming back for one more show this Saturday. Audiences loved seeing Dayton all aglow on the big screen, and we’ve had several requests to play the film one more time during the day. So we’ve added a screening – you’ll have one more chance to catch it at THE NEON. We will screen WE’RE DOING FINE on Saturday, May 12 at Noon, and tickets are just $7.50 each. Tickets for this encore screening are only available in-person at THE NEON’s Box Office!

“It’s now official: Big things come in small, un-hyped packages. LIVES WELL LIVED, the inspiring film about women and men aged 75-100 who have more energy, creativity and optimism than any superhero, just rolled over the results for recent Oscar winners in its theatrical premiere. LIVES WELL LIVED celebrates the incredible wit, wisdom and experiences of adults aged 75 to 100. Through their intimate memories and inspiring personal histories encompassing over 3000 years of experience, forty people share their secrets and insights to living a meaningful life. These men and women open the vault on their journey into old age through family histories, personal triumph and tragedies, loves and losses – seeing the best and worst of humanity along the way. Their stories will make you laugh, perhaps cry, but mostly inspire you.” (Shadow Distribution) Director Sky Bergman will be here for this special one-time screening on Sunday, May 13 at 3:00. Tickets, just $7.50, are now available at THE NEON’s box office. Tickets are selling quickly. Get yours early!

“LUNAFEST returns to Dayton for the 9th year, bringing nine new short films by, for and about women from around the world. This year’s unique films range from animation to fictional drama, covering topics such as women’s health, body image, relationships, cultural diversity and breaking barriers. From the comedy of a young Indian-American woman who wants to follow her dreams to the harrowing first-person account of a young girl’s escape from Boko Haram, each story will inspire and enlighten. All proceeds from LUNAFEST will go to the Ohio Domestic Violence Network and to Chicken & Egg Pictures, a nonprofit organization that supports women nonfiction filmmakers whose artful and innovative storytelling catalyzes social change. The festival is sponsored locally by Dayton Women’s Rights Alliance. Tickets are $10.00 ($5.00 students) with donations over this amount gratefully accepted. Tickets can be purchased in advance for this popular one-time showing which sold out last year.” (Dayton Women’s Rights Alliance) Tickets available now at THE NEON’s Box Office or via this LINK. LUNAFEST will screen on Sunday, May 20 at 3:00.

On Thursday, May 17 at 7:30, Mike Shea is bringing his latest film to THE NEON. “MONARCH is a neo-noir mystery short about a detective trying to make sense of the drug dealing underworld of a small mid-western city. This film was shot all around Dayton, OH’s legendary Oregon District. The cast is comprised entirely of comedians from the Dayton area starring in almost exclusively dramatic roles. The story itself is based on writer/director Michael Shea’s 2017 docu-drama THE CROSS AT THE GEM. This film was submitted (in a condensed 5-minute cut) to the 2018 Lander University 2WK Film Festival in Greenwood, SC. At this special one-night event, the audience will be treated to an opening performance from some of the cast and crew, a screening of the original 2017 film THE CROSS AT THE GEM as well as the premiere of the full director’s cut version of the film MONARCH. The premiere will close with a Q&A session with the whole cast and crew. Tickets are $5 and are available at THE NEON box office. Fans can also qualify for fun rewards and prizes by supporting the film’s GoFundMe campaign at this official site LINK.”

“On Wednesday May 23, Jewish Family Services of Greater Dayton and St. Paul’s Episcopal Church will host a screening of the film NEWTOWN. This documentary chronicles the aftermath of the deadliest mass shooting of schoolchildren in American history: a shooting that took the lives of 20 elementary children and 6 educators in Newtown, CT on December 14, 2012. Now in the wake of the Parkland shooting and the many others that pass by us in the media, it is critical that we keep the conversation going. For every community – for the Dayton community – how do we keep our children safe? Please join the community on hand to watch the movie, listen to reflections by the film’s director, Kim Snyder, and take part in a panel discussion to explore safety strategies for our communities.” Admission is Free, and tickets will be given on a first come, first served basis the night of the screening.

“The student filmmakers of Wright State University’s award-winning Motion Pictures Program will premiere their new thesis films at the 2018 BIG LENS FILM FESTIVAL at THE NEON on May 27. This year’s films dive into a number of contemporary issues and themes, including coming of age stories, cyberbullying, severed familial relationships, racial tensions, aging, conquering fears and more. Short films from Wright State’s Department of Theatre, Dance and Motion Pictures have screened at top film festivals, including Sundance, and been Student Academy Award Nominees. This year’s festival will have two scheduled screenings of the films. The first screening starts at 5:30pm and the second will begin at 8pm, both ending with Q&A with the directors of the films.” Tickets are available now for $10 at THE NEON’s box office. For more information about the films, cast and crew, please click on this LINK.

On Wednesday, May 30 at 7:30, we will have a special, customer appreciation screening of a truly special film. BARAKA is a film that played at an older incarnation of THE NEON before I took over management more than 17 years ago. “Featuring no conventional narrative, this film presents footage of people, places and things from around the world. From chaotic cities to barren wilderness, the movie takes viewers around the globe to witness a variety of spectacles in both natural and technological realms.” (google) You won’t want to miss your chance to see this astonishing film on the big screen. Tickets will be free and given on a first come, first served basis. We will begin giving out tickets at 6:30 on May 30 – one ticket per customer.

In the coming weeks, we will have some very special documentaries that I think will be loved by so many of you. First off is RBG – a film about a living legend and icon, Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. This film is set to open on the evening of May 17 (showtime below). Later in June, we’ll have WON’T YOU BE MY NEIGHBOR? – a fantastic documentary about PBS’s Mister Rogers – a true humanitarian and American treasure. Because we think you’ll embrace these films so much, we have assembled a bit a merchandise that ties in with each film. These little gift items will be perfect for Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, birthdays, or just to treat yourself. Be sure to check out our display case next time you’re in.

Thank you for your continued support!
We hope to see you this weekend,
Jonathan

SHOWTIMES for Wednesday, May 9 – Thursday, May 17:

ISLE OF DOGS (PG-13) 1 hr 41 Min
Wednesday & Thursday (May 9-10): 5:15
FINAL DAY – May 10!

YOU WERE NEVER REALLY HERE (R) 1 Hr 29 Min
Wednesday (May 9): 3:10, 7:30
Thursday (May 10): 3:10
FINAL DAY – May 10!

TULLY (R) 1 Hr 36 Min
Tuesday-Thursday (May 7-10): 3:00, 5:20, 7:40
Friday (May 11): 12:30, 2:40, 5:00, 7:20, 9:45
Saturday (May 12): 2:40, 5:00, 7:20, 9:45
Sunday (May 13): 12:30, 5:15, 7:30
Monday-Wednesday (May 14-16): 3:00, 5:20, 7:40
Thursday (May 17): 3:00, 5:20
FINAL DAY – May 17!

LEAN ON PETE (R) 2 Hrs 1 Min
Friday & Saturday (May 11 & 12): 1:00, 4:00, 7:00, 9:30
Sunday (May 13): 1:00, 4:00, 7:00
Monday-Wednesday (May 14-16): 2:45, 5:15, 7:45
Thursday (May 17): 2:45, 5:15
FINAL DAY – May 17!

WE’RE DOING FINE (NR) 1 Hr 26 Min
Saturday (May 12): Noon

LIVES WELL LIVED (NR) 1 Hr 12 Min + Q&A
Sunday (May 13): 3:00

MONARCH (NR) new film, short + pre-show
Thursday (May 17): 7:30

RBG (PG) 1 Hr 37 Min
Thursday (May 17) – Preview Screening – 7:45

COMING SOON:
(All Dates Are Tentative. Dates Often Move And Sometimes Disappear)
May 18 – DISOBEDIENCE
June 1 – POPE FRANCIS: A MAN OF HIS WORD
June 29 – WON’T YOU BE MY NEIGHBOR?
TBD – FOXTROT
TBD – FINAL PORTRAIT

Bonefish Grill Celebrates National Shrimp Day!

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Bonefish Grill is going big for National Shrimp Day with the first-ever, mouth-watering menu built around its signature Bang Bang Shrimp®, featuring the restaurant’s own exclusive recipe of crispy shrimp tossed in a deliciously creamy, spicy sauce. Observed annually in the United States, National Shrimp Day celebrates the fact that Americans eat more of the tiny, tasty crustacean than any other seafood. The Bang Bang Bliss menu, curated by renowned Chef Justin Fields, will be available through May 10th.

Bang Bang Bliss Menu
Bang Bang Bliss Menu

Originally debuting as a special, Bang Bang Shrimp became an irreplaceable signature starter with a forever home on the fresh fish experts’ menu. Bang Bang Shrimp is now the most popular item at Bonefish Grill, which is known for its market-fresh fish, grilled seafood, locally-created Neighborhood Catch specials, and hand-crafted cocktails. Its upscale décor and polished casual ambiance have made Bonefish Grill the go-to restaurant for fish lovers who appreciate the innovative menu and specials featuring the highest-quality and fresh ingredients.

“We want to offer our guests more ways to enjoy the Bang Bang Shrimp they love, and have crafted a limited time, Bang Bang Bliss Menu to build even more great taste into celebrating the holiday that comes only once a year,” said Justin Fields, executive chef of Bonefish Grill. “As a professional chef, I’ve always been impressed by the expert combination of taste sensations in the Bang Bang Shrimp recipe, and I’m excited to share our exciting variations of this delicious dish with longtime fans and new guests.”

The deliciously creative Bang Bang Bliss Menu will feature an array of specialties guaranteed to tempt the taste buds of Bang Bang Shrimp lovers. The menu includes:

  • Bang Bang Shrimp- crispy shrimp, tossed in signature creamy, spicy sauce
  • Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos- three warm tortillas, signature Bang Bang Shrimp, greens, tomatoes and sour cream, with choice of fresh greens or French fries
  • Bang Bang Topped Savory Wood-Grilled Fish- add Bang Bang Shrimp topping to any grilled fish, such as Chilean Sea Bass and Atlantic Salmon
  • Bang Bang Topped Half-Pound Wagyu Beef Burger- toasted bun, fully dressed with sharp cheddar and special sauce, topped with Bang Bang Shrimp, with choice of fresh greens or French fries
  • Bang Bang Topped Grilled Steak- add Bang Bang Shrimp topping to any grilled steak

The Bang Bang Bliss Menu will be offered at Bonefish Grill restaurants nationwide. Our Dayton Mall location is open from 4-10:30pm weeknights, so you can get your Bang Bang on!

BBB Eclipse Awards Winners!

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Better Business Bureau serving Dayton and the Miami Valley hosted its annual Eclipse Integrity Awards dinner this evening. About 500 people joined the organization at the David H. Ponitz Sinclair Center to honor six organizations with the prestigious Eclipse Integrity Awards, five Students of Integrity Award winners, its Community Honor recipient and local Torch Award winner. In honor of the awards’ 25th anniversary, it will also be presenting a Silver Eclipse Integrity Award and Dave Donaldson Award of Distinction – The “3D”.
BBB’s Eclipse Integrity Awards, sponsored by WesBanco Bank, Inc., WDTN-TV, Cox Media Group Ohio and iHeart Radio, are about ethics, honesty and integrity. The competition was tough. BBB received nearly 750 nominations recognizing the outstanding performance of Miami Valley businesses and nonprofits.
BBB’s Center for Business and Consumer Ethics, Inc. (CBCE) recognizes the winners of the 2018 DP&L Students of Integrity, five high school seniors demonstrating high moral character and outstanding ethics. The winners were selected from more than 50 excellent nominations. All high schools in your BBB’s service area received invitations to nominate two outstanding students from their senior classes. Each of the winners is recognized as a BBB Student of Integrity and will receive a $1,000 scholarship to a college of his/her choice.
BBB’s Community Honor recognizes an organization that’s made significant contributions to enrich the lives of others. It spotlights the honoree’s efforts to realize not only its own mission, but its role in making the Miami Valley a thriving community, taking care of its citizens – individuals and organizations.
The local Torch Award is dedicated to the legacy of great Miami Valley business pioneers, such as John Patterson, Wilbur and Orville Wright, Charles Kettering and Colonel Edward Deeds. It was through their ingenuity, leadership, generosity and mentorship to others that the Miami Valley has stood the test of time and recreated itself again and again. This award honors businesses, which have inspired, mentored and provided valuable support, education and guidance to staff, businesses and community leaders that have went on to make their successes in the Miami Valley.
In honor of the awards’ silver anniversary, it presented a Silver Eclipse Integrity Award, recognizing one of its notable winners from the past 25 years. Only 14 organizations that had won the Eclipse Integrity Awards more than once or won the Eclipse Integrity Award and International Torch Awards competition were eligible.
It also presented the Dave Donaldson Award of Distinction – The “3D”. This award recognizes a volunteer for exemplary service and their specific contributions leading to continued success or a significant evolution of your BBB.
Eclipse Integrity Award Winners
The Eclipse Integrity Awards 51-175+ employees category winner was Think Patented. The 176+ employees category went to PSA Airlines. There was a tie in the Nonprofit Integrity Award 0-1 employees category and Hannah’s Treasure Chest, as well as Sophie’s For The Love Of Animals/Sophie’s Companions For Veterans took home the honor. The honoree in the Nonprofit Integrity Award in the 2-15 employees category went to Ronald McDonald House Charities of Dayton. TAC-The Abilities Connection was honored in the Nonprofit Integrity Award 75+ employees category.
The Eclipse Integrity Awards are presented to businesses featuring strong leadership and team members. Their leadership is committed to ethics, building a culture of high character ethics and unifying team members around ethical practices. The team is dedicated to performance management practices, ethical human resource practices and committed to the community as demonstrated by their community service and support of the BBB ideals.
From Think Patented’s start as an ink and paper company to its strategic transformation into a full-service marketing execution company, the team believes success is determined not just by revenue, but by the satisfaction and loyalty of employees, customers and vendors, and is only possible because of its commitment to ethics, innovation and community involvement. Customers of this Eclipse Integrity Award winner in the 51-175 employees category are treated with the highest ethical business standards. The team stands behind their work, fixing any mistakes without question. Think Patented has received numerous volunteer awards and donated time, talent and treasure without expectation of anything in return. In fact, every employee is permitted to take one paid day off annually to volunteer in the community. Integrity and ethics aren’t just buzzwords at Think Patented.
PSA Airlines, the winner in the 176+ employees category, is committed to ensuring safe, reliable operations for its customers. It operates more than 750 daily flights to over 90 destinations and its growing. At PSA, passion is shared, professional excellence is expected and all are valued and respected. Leadership is committed to ethical practices and works to develop future leaders. The airline has three areas of community support focus: meeting children’s needs, military and veterans and improving the lives of people in need. PSA and its employees support many causes with their time and dollars. Employees are even able to log personal volunteer hours to earn airline miles and donate them to a 501c3 of their choice. PSA Airlines believes in treating customers and each other with dignity and respect, which impacts the community.
The Nonprofit Eclipse Integrity Awards are presented to nonprofits or charities, which demonstrate outstanding community service through their mission and accomplishments, demonstrate excellence in programs and fiscal stewardship, operate with integrity through ethical leadership and a strong team, are transparent in their communications and value the power of collaborations/partnerships. Their actions make a positive impact on the vitality and overall health of our community while supporting the ideals of BBB.
There was a tie for the Nonprofit Eclipse Integrity Award in the 0-1 employees category. The first winner in the category was Hannah’s Treasure Chest. Hannah’s Treasure Chest enriches the lives of children in need by providing care packages of quality clothing, shoes, safety equipment, books and personal care items. Last year alone, it distributed over 241,000 items through more than 50 partner agencies with the help of 75 core volunteers who give over 20,000 hours of their time annually. These volunteers extend the reach of Hannah’s Treasure Chest by volunteering to help further other organizations’ missions on four Wednesdays in the summer — organizations like The Dayton Foodbank, Crayons to Classrooms and Habitat for Humanity. Mutual respect, viability, team achievement, accountability and communication are the core values embraced every day in Hannah’s Treasure Chest’s quest for integrity.
The second winner is this category was Sophie’s For the Love of Animals/Sophie’s Companions for Veterans Foundation. After the tragic death of Sophie Kerrigan, her mom created the nonprofit to honor her memory and passion for animals. The organization raised money to supply food, medication, surgeries, kennels and more to shelters and sanctuaries caring for abused and neglected animals. In 2016, it began raising funds to adopt, train and pair animals with disabled veterans to allow them the ability and confidence to leave their homes, changing the lives of some of our nation’s heroes, while saving the lives of the animals. The organization values giving back to the community as the team understands without the community’s connection and backing, there would be no growth.
BBB honored Ronald McDonald House Charities of Dayton with the Nonprofit Eclipse Integrity Award in the 2-15 employees category. Ronald McDonald House Charities of Dayton’s mission is to support families of seriously ill children by creating a community of comfort and hope for families dealing with the unimaginable. In 2017, it provided well over 13,500 nights of service for families from over 20 US states and two different countries and cared for 100+ visitors daily in its Family Rooms. They couldn’t have accomplished it without the support of nearly 700 volunteers giving nearly 3,900 hours of service. The team is committed to being Ronald McDonald House Charities strong, which means they go above and beyond and pride themselves in operating with high standard of excellence. They are always looking for opportunities for continuous improvement. The team leads with compassion, celebrates diversity and operates with accountability and transparency.
TAC-The Abilities Connection won the Nonprofit Eclipse Integrity Award in the 75+ employees category. TAC – The Abilities Connection is Clark County’s leading provider of service to people with disabilities. Its mission is to employ, connect and care for people with disabilities in community settings of their choice. The TAC team creates opportunities that foster independence, provide diverse experiences and build self-confidence. With the help of its clients, it provides valuable services and products to the U.S. Air Force and local businesses – from manufacturing and repairing cargo nets to growing lettuce and herbs to producing concrete lawn sculptures. The organization’s culture is inclusive, collaborative and positive. Team members take pride in their work, treating each person with dignity, and love being a contributing part of the community. Its efforts have even been recognized by SourceAmerica.
Students of Integrity Winners
Jenna Albezreh from Vandalia-Butler High School has received college acceptances from both Harvard and UC Berkley. She’s founded a youth interfaith art initiative, been featured at the TEDx youth conference and the international conference of peace museums in Belfast.
Abigail Hissong from Milton-Union High School is a student athlete, playing tennis, softball and basketball, as well as a student government leader. Abigail’s plan is to attend Wilmington College and major in agronomy with a minor in agricultural communication.
Jessica Miller from Tippecanoe High School is the editor of her high school literary magazine and a volunteer for the Greater Dayton Volunteer Lawyers Project. Jessica plans to attend Kent State University and focus on communication and political science.
Alanna Wall from Stivers School for the Arts created a nonprofit that’s now represented in 35 states, Canada and Mexico, and has served over 18,000 clients. Alanna’s been accepted to several colleges and wherever she goes, she’ll continue to further her leadership goals.
Alexander Weiss from Arcanum-Butler High School has been president of his local chapters of both Future Farmers of America and 4H. He plans to attend the Ohio State University and major in agricultural engineering, then work in either Darke or Mercer county.
Torch Award Recipient
During the evening, the 2017 Torch Award recipient, Danis Building Construction Company, represented by John Danis passed the torch to the 2018 honoree, McAfee Heating & Air Conditioning Co., Inc., represented by Greg McAfee. McAfee Heating & Air Conditioning Co. invested in its community by purchasing a neighboring building, which was in a state of disrepair to bring all of its operation under one top-notch facility, which also features two training centers, an idea center, multiple conference rooms, basketball court and areas for rest and relaxation. Committed to helping others grow personally and professionally, McAfee began a scholarship program in 2015 called “You Can Count On Me,” which recognizes and awards ten area high school seniors with $2,500 scholarships. Greg McAfee is certified and approved to teach State of Ohio Continuing Education classes for the renewing of state licenses. He also hosts classes for other HVAC contractors to learn how to grow business. More than 150 contractors have participated in this training in the last six years. The company’s been a proud sponsor and partner of the K99.1 Cares for Kids Radiothon, which raises money to provide high-quality pediatric health care to infants, children and teens. McAfee hosted its first Truck-or-Treat event last year, attended by nearly 1,500 local children and their families. Countless donations, sponsorships, volunteer services and fundraising efforts take place benefiting a variety of organizations, including Athletes In Action, Dayton Development Coalition, The Salvation Army Dayton Kroc Center and Ronald McDonald House Charities of Dayton.
Silver Eclipse Integrity Award Winner
The Greentree Group/Back To Business I.T. took home the honor. As Travis Greenwood, president and CEO, says, “Integrity drives the company’s decisions. It motivates our actions. It serves as the foundation for our business and is, without doubt, the key factor for Greentree’s success.” The list of reasons the company was selected is long. Since the company first won the Eclipse Integrity Award in 2010, Back To Business I.T. has experienced a 3,500% growth explosion. It’s eliminated yearly performance appraisals and replaced them with better daily communication and on-going face-to-face performance discussions. It has a generous professional development program that employees are encouraged to take advantage of to earn degrees and certifications. Throughout the years, Greentree has donated more than $1 million in direct contributions and in-kind services to dozens of organizations and efforts, including Dayton Art Institute, FLOC, BOGG, TAC Industries and Wright State University Foundation. Since 2018 is Greentree’s 25th year in business, it’s holding monthly contests and drawings with employees. On behalf of the winners, Greentree donates $1000 to the winner’s favorite charity. The owners of Greentree have even awarded several full one-year scholarships to deserving Wright State University students.
Dave Donaldson Award Of Distinction – The “3D”
The first recipient and the award’s namesake is Dave Donaldson, WesBanco Bank, Inc. Today, BBB-Dayton is one of the most successful BBBs and membership associations in all of North America, larger and more impactful and relevant than many in markets much larger than our own. It takes the efforts of many board members and staff alike to maintain this success. The efforts of Dave Donaldson and WesBanco helped launch success and turn this BBB into the organization that it is today. They assisted by providing financial resources necessary to navigate through the tough economic times that began in 2008.
John North, president/CEO of BBB serving Dayton and the Miami Valley, says, “Tonight is a milestone for our organization as we celebrate honoring integrity in our marketplace for 25 years. Tonight’s honorees join the ranks of the spectacular honorees we’ve recognized through the years. They set the example for us today and will guide us in the future. They are what makes the Miami Valley a great place to live, work and play.”
An independent panel of judges selected the Eclipse Integrity Award winners. The Eclipse Integrity Awards judges included Neil Arthur, Arthur Associates, LLC; Linda Ashworth, Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce; Dr. Bud Baker, Wright State University, Raj Soin College of Business; Steve Budd, CityWide Development Corporation (retired); Dan Davis, PNC Bank; Kim Duncan, Elements IV Interiors (retired); Michael Goldshot, Goldshot, Lamb & Hobbs; Bob Hothem, The Alternative Board Miami Valley; Harry Seifert, Standard Register Company (retired); Rick Stover, CPA, CGMA, PricewaterhouseCoopers (retired); Mike Wathen, Bravo SCM; and Susie Woodhull, Woodhull, LLC.
Another independent panel of judges selected the Students of Integrity Award winners. The judges were Paula Cosby; Erin Craig, National Museum of the U.S. Air Force; Lisa Crosley, EnviroControl Systems, Inc.; Jamie Jarosik, WDTN-TV; Jennifer McCormick, HORAN; Sandy McNamara, Dominion Academy of Dayton; Chris Moore, Eastway Corporation; Dr. Pat Prikkel, Chiropractic Health & Wellness Center of Dayton, Inc.; Shelby Quinlivan, City of Middletown; Kevin Sanford, Synchrony Financial; Ariel Walker, City of Dayton; and Tom Wiggerhaus, WesBanco Bank, Inc.

Elsass Art Sale This Thursday To Benefit 4 Local Charities

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Mike Elsass has started his outdoor painting season in a lot next to The Front Street Building Co., but when I caught up with him all he wanted to talk about was last year’s outdoor painting.


“Last year I painted once a week in the parking lot of the Life Enrichment Center,” Mike told me. “They are a faith-based organization that helps all kinds of people in this area. The building is at 425 Findlay Street, next to a large metal recycling center, which seemed like the right place for an artist like me who paints on weathered steel.”

“A group going through a sobriety program painted with me. They were working to reclaim their lives, so I tried to use as many reclaimed materials in the art as possible – like used sandpaper and steel shavings. Then I invited others to join us. We had civic leaders, other artists, and even my grandchildren grab a brush and make art that now hangs in the LEC conference room.”

“Some of that art will be on display, and for sale on May 10 at Infiniti of Dayton (299 Loop Road) from 5 to 8 pm. The money raised goes to LEC and three other great local organizations – Good Shepherd Ministries, United Rehabilitation Services and the Therapeutic Riding Institute.”

Mike told me he’s planning a larger effort at LEC this year. If you have any paint you don’t need, he’d love to have it. You could drop it off at the Life Enrichment Center parking lot any week day between 9 and 5. Just leave it by the yellow truck behind the building. If that doesn’t work, just message Mike’s facebook page and he’ll arrange a way to get it.

Dayton Brewer Launches Ohio Craft Brewers Cup

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Dayton Beer Co. founder Peter Hilgeman is launching a new Ohio-only beer competition to showcase Buckeye State breweries.

The inaugural Ohio Craft Brewers Cup — a competition judged by professional brewers — is set for July 23-27 at the Dayton brewery. Winners will be announced July 28.

 

“The goal is to showcase and highlight the awesome beer being brewed in the state from all over the state,” Hilgeman said. “Now that we have over 250 [breweries], there’s a lot of awesome beer and breweries people need to hear about.”

He added that it’s also “meant to foster and grow the community we have here already.”

Ohio breweries are able to enter beers in 29 categories, with medals being handed out to the top three in each category. There also will be awards for best large, medium, small and nano brewery, along with honors for regions of the state.

The competition will follow BJCP guidelines. The entry fee per beer is $50, which will cover the cost of attracting judges and the prizes, Hilgeman said. The deadline to enter is July 9.

He said he would like to see at least 75 breweries enter in the first year.

Hilgeman came up with the idea about four years ago. Back then, he didn’t think there were enough breweries in the state to warrant such a competition, but that has quickly changed with the growth of the industry. He’s been working on the plan for years.

“There are too many other states that have this going on and we don’t have it,” he said.

He also noted that Ohio has garnered great media attention for breweries winning medals at the Brewers Association’s major competitions — the Great American Beer Festival and World Beer Cup — but not all Ohio brewers enter those events. There are plenty of other breweries in the state making great beer that also deserve recognition, he said.

There’s no public festival associated with the competition this year, although Hilgeman would like to see a tasting incorporated next year. Yes, he wants the Ohio Craft Brewers Cup to be an annual event.

“Hopefully this turns into something that’s celebrated and people love it and it gets bigger every year,” Hilgeman said.

For more details, including the rules, click here.

 

This story by  Rick Armon appeared in The Akron Beacon Journal • Ohio.com  on May 8, 2018

Recipe of the Month: Baked Swordfish and Raspberry Sauce

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Baked Swordfish with Raspberry Sauce

The feature monthly recipe from the Food Adventure Crew is one of the Big Ragu’s creations.  It is a fun, delicious meal, that is sure to impress your friends.

Today we highlight a healthy fish dinner and even offer up some side ideas that mimic the local steakhouses.  The best part, this is a fairly easy recipe.  Make yourself look like a champ with little effort.

Do you love seafood?   The Big Ragu sure does, and works with it constantly.  One of the most important challenges in Dayton is getting your hand on the good stuff.  That is the FRESH good stuff.  Let us recommend  Foremost Seafood in Kettering for the absolute freshest and most diverse choices in town.

That being said, lets dive into this MUST EAT dinner !

HERE IS THE SKINNY on BAKED SWORDFISH with RASPBERRY SAUCE:

BAKED SWORDFISH with RASPBERRY SAUCE (feed 6 people)

Ingredients:
6 Swordfish filets , 8oz each
Butter, salted, 6 square pad slices
Lemon juice, 6 Tbsp
Paprika, 2 tsp
Garlic powder, 2 tsp
Fresh thyme
1/2 teaspoon pepper
Worcestershire Sauce (splash)
2 Tbsp white wine vinegar
½ cup fresh raspberries
2 tablespoons of honey

Directions :

    • Lay filets on an oiled baking dish . Squeeze lemon juice on top of each piece of fish. Place a square slab of butter on top of each fillet.  Sprinkle paprika, garlic powder and black pepper on top of fish.
    • Bake at 350 degrees for 25-30 minutes, finish off under the broiler for 1 minute

Raspberry Sauce:

  • Mash the raspberries in a small bowl, whisk in the vinegar, Worcestershire and honey. Spoon the sauce over the fillets  Garnish each piece of fish with a sprig of thyme.

 

Looking for some sides to accompany the fish?  How about these two recipes, Sweet Stewed Tomatoes and Garlic Buttery Steamed Green Beans

 

SWEET STEWED TOMATOES:
Serves 8

Ingredients:
1 28-ounce can whole tomatoes, including juice
1 28-ounce can diced tomatoes
1/2 sweet Vidalia onion (diced)
16 toasted bread cubes
1 ¼ sticks of butter
1 cup sugar
½ cup Brown Sugar

Directions:

  1. Add a little olive oil to a sauce pan, add the diced onion and stir on medium heat until they start to carmelize
  2. Drain the whole tomatoes can and add to the pan.  Add diced tomatoes and their juice in the saucepan. Add butter and sugar. Simmer, uncovered, twenty minutes, stirring occasionally. Add bread cubes and serve in small bowl

 

 

GARLIC BUTTERY STEAMED GREEN BEANS:
Serves 6

Ingredients:
1 1/4 pound fresh green beans (trimmed)
2/3 stick butter
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions:

  • Place your green beans in a bowl or container with ¼-1/2 inch water. Microwave them for 3 minutes to steam them..
  • In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, combine the butter, brown sugar, garlic salt, and pepper. Stir until the brown sugar is completely dissolved. Add the green beans and stir the green beans until they are coated. Cook for 3-5 minutes, until green beans appear done.  Place beans and about half the sauce into a serving dish and they are ready to serve.

Enjoy the other photos from our recipe below.

Come back to DaytonMostMetro.com EVERY week for a feature Food Adventure article on Dayton foods.  We are Dayton’s #1 Food blog for over 10 years, and a favorite of Miami Valley foodies.   Festivals, cooking classes, weekly features, killer photos and more.  We are much more than a social media account.We are FOOD ADVENTURES!

 

 

15 Suggestions For Mother’s Day Dining in 2018

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please click here.

 

Think Valentine’s Day is the busiest dining holiday of the year? Think again. Mother’s Day is the busiest day in the restaurant world!  According to Restaurant.org 92 million American adults, will dine out this Mother’s Day.

In fact, 32% of mothers surveyed say having a meal at a restaurant with their loved ones is the best gift they could receive.

Many eateries not normally open on Sunday will be open to give you a chance to dine with mom.

And if you haven’t done any planning yet? As it turns out, you’re not alone: in 2017, 50% of all meals on Mother’s Day were made by reservation, with 18% of reservations made the day of, 10% the day before, and 36% within a week before. While we always recommend making a reservation for a busy holiday, if your plans are subject to change, you can always walk in

Where to dine this Sunday:

Mother’s Day Buffet

Golden Jersey Inn
May 13 @ 8:00 am – 8:00 pm . $20.95

Take your mother out to a delicious buffet at The Golden Jersey Inn this year We’ll even clean up the…

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Mother’s Day Brunch

Table 33
May 13 @ 8:00 am – 3:00 pm

Table 33 will be hosting a special occasion for the mother’s and women of our families! Come celebrate yours with…

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Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet

Ele Cake Co Bistro & Wine Bar
May 13 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm .  $19.95

Celebrate Mom by joining us for a special Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet! elé Bistro Sunday May 13th from 9am to…

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Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet

Crown Plaza Dayton
May 13 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm .  $28.95

Join us for a lovely Mother’s Day Brunch on Sunday May 13th from 10 am to 3pm. We will have…

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Mother’s Day Brunch

Mudlick Tap House
May 13 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

So what’s the best gift you can give Mom on Mother’s Day next to a homemade cut-out heart with glued-on…

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Mother’s Day Brunch

Basil’s On Market – Dayton, OH
May 13 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm

Treat mom to a delicious brunch this year for Mother’s Day, because she definitely deserves it! We will have all…

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Mother’s Day Buffet Brunch

Amber Rose Restaurant and Catering
May 13 @ 10:30 am – 2:30 pm .   $28

Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet Adults $28 & Kids under 13 $10 Entrées Scrambled Eggs Honey Ham Omelet Casserole French Toast…

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Mother’s Day Brunch

Hilton Garden Inn Beavercreek
May 13 @ 10:30 am – 2:00 pm .   $39.95

Join us for our Wonderful Mother’s Day Brunch! Call 937-458-2650 for reservations… Featuring: Carved Rack of Lamb Oven Roasted New…

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Mother’s Day Brunch

The Dayton Art Institute
May 13 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm .  $31 – $36

Celebrate the Art of Brunch at The Dayton Art Institute with our annual Mother’s Day Brunch on Sunday, May 13,…

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Mother’s Day Buffet

Roost Events
May 13 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm .  $36
Breakfast favorites, carved rosemary roasted top round of beef, shrimp cocktail, shaved brussel sprout salad and a dessert table full of sweets!
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Mother’s Day Brunch

Ellie’s Restaurant & Bakery, at the Mills Park Hot
May 13 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm .  $35

Celebrate Mother’s Day this year by reserving space at one of our two brunch seatings on Sunday, May 13. Your…

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 Mother’s Day Brunch

May 13 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm .   $29

Make your reservation for Mother’s Day today at (937) 859-8229! Our Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet Menu: Steak Encebollado – Beef…

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Mother’s Day Brunch at the Garden

Hilton Garden Inn at Austin Landing
May 13 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm .   $18.95
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Mother’s Day Brunch

Yankee Trace Golf Club
May 13 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm .  $28.95

The menu varies from our traditional weekly Sunday brunch and is a nice opportunity for generations of family members to gather on…

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Mother’s Day Brunch at Mamma’s

Mamma Disalvo’s Italian Ristorante
May 13 @ 1:00 pm – 4:15 pm .    $37

Join us on Mother’s Day for an Italian Buffet in our Banquet Room. We’ll have 3 seatings: 1pm, 2:45pm and…

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Other ways to celebrate your Mom:

Mother’s Day Wildflower Hike

Caesar’s Creek
May 13 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Free

Meet at the Flat Fork Picnic area near the dam. Hike 3 miles through the Caesar Creek Gorge. Return to…

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Free Admission for Moms on Mother’s Day

Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden
May 13 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Free

All Mom’s get FREE admission to the Zoo on Mother’s Day! On Sunday, May 13th, celebrate Mother’s Day with the…

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Want to Buy a Dayton Brewery?

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Ever dreamed of owning a brewery?

 

This one is for sale in Dayton, but it’s in the state of Washington.  Located about 30 minutes outside of Walla Walla, Chief Spring’s Fire and Irons Brew Pub is now for sale. This Dayton town  has approximately 2,500 residents and serves the surrounding farming community. Can you imagine how quiet the nights are out there? Can you envision what rush hour traffic looks like in Dayton, Washington?

Established in 2013, the brewery  has operated as a successful business and mainstay in historic downtown Dayton, Washington.

 

They brewing system is 3.5-barrels. The listing actually includes two properties.

 

This sale includes two commercial buildings, large outdoor patio, parking lot, equipment and inventory  with an asking price of $595,000

Here is a link to the real estate listing so you can see all the details.

Something to Laugh About

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Dayton’s comedy scene is booming!  You can find comedy nights popping up all over town, with open mic nights as well as professional shows at two dedicated comedy clubs.  Here’s a quick rundown of where to find the funny this week:

Monday, May 7th:

Ollie’s Place  – Sign ups 9 show 10. See Jayson Aldridge to signup.

Open Mic at Hannah’s on Ludlow. Showtime will be 7:30pm – 9pm. See Raymond Jackson to signup.

Sugar Melon Club‘s Open Mic. 330 East Dayton Dr. Fairborn. Signup at 8pm, Show at 8:30pm.
Host Gary R Henry. Headliner Wendi Furguson.

 

Wednesday, May 9th:

Open Mic at the South Park Tavern. 9pm. 1301 Wayne Avenue. Comedy and music are featured on this show.

Sign up online.
– Choose the upcoming Wednesday you want.
– Scroll down and read through any existing comments to find out which slots are still OPEN.
— Sign up for an available 30 minute slot in the comments section at the bottom of the page.

Thursday, May 10th:

Open Mic at the Hookah Bazaar! Thursday 10pm. 9:30pm sign up. Show up Go up! See Nick Taylor to signup.

 Spirited Goat Coffee House in Yellow Springs! Open Mic Nights are every Thursday at 7pm! If you wish to sign up, just give them a call or stop in the shop any time after 3pm on that day!


Springfield Country Club
Comedy Night with Leslie Norris Townsend 

7pm  show $40 Dinner & Show, $25 show only
Reserveations (937) 399-4215

Her blend of stand-up comedy, music and audience participation will move your audience from tears to laughter, while motivating, mesmerizing and captivating each one.

 

Leslie’a 30+ television appearances include Comedy Central, A&E’s “An Evening at the Improv” and sketches seen on “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno.” She was even a Grand Finalist on “Star Search”.

Leslie left behind a promising acting career to create a better life for her children. In the classic fish-out-of-water tale, she moved from Hollywood to rural Ohio to live on her family’s 100 year old farm. This only added new material to her already hilarious routines.

Jordan Rock at the Dayton Funny Bone
88 Plum Street, Sutie 200 at The Greene

Thursday, May 10th  7:30pm
Friday, May 11th 7:30 & 10pm
Saturday, May 12th  7:30 & 10pm
Sunday, May 13th 7:30pm

Jordan says he feels like he wouldn’t be true to himself if he hadn’t pursued stand-up comedy. And for good reason, as his older brothers Chris and Tony have made a pretty good name for themselves.

“I’m the Solange of my family,” he likes to say, referring ot Beyonce’s less famous sister.

Jordan Rock is in his mid-20s, half Chris’s age. He is his own comic with his own voice, working out his material in clubs and pursuing an acting career, too. He’s got a recurring role portraying Kevi in “Love” on Netflix.  He has also released his own 2011 comedy special Ladies and Gentlemen, Jordan Rock.

Rock will be in Dayton this weekend talking about his dating life, his tiny hands, his brothers and politics.
Also on the show is Brad Gill as emcee and feature Chris Harvey.   You can even score FREE tickets here.

 Brian Swinehart at Wiley’s Comedy Club
101 Pine St. in the Oregon District

Fri, May 11 8pm

Sat, May 12 7:15 & 9:30pm

Brian  left his small country town in Ohio to travel to California to pursue a career as an entertainer. Prior to his departure many of the town locals joked with Brian saying “You’ll be back. See you in six months.”

It’s been over a decade since Brian’s move and he has not looked back. He has only gained speed and momentum a long the way. Swinehart has delighted crowds around the world with his wit and charm. Brian has a crowd pleasing style that blends stories, one liners and impressions.   DMM READER BONUS: We’ve got some FREE Tickets for this show- if you’d like a pair, email us by Thursday and tell us why you should be the winner!

 

Saturday May 12th:
Touch of Splash Presents
DC Young Fly Live Trap Comedy
at Deja Vu at 4321 Salem Avenue.

Hosted by Kevin Lackey. With Action Jaxon, Mark Paul Gregory, Dusty Lewis, Chris Brown, Darnae Hill.

Get your tickets at supremeticket.com or Action Wear and All Dayton city gear locations

American Idol 2018 Tour Coming To The Rose

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THE 40+ CITY SUMMER TOUR FEATURES TOP 7 FINALISTS WITH SPECIAL GUEST SEASON 8 WINNER KRIS ALLEN

After a monumental return to television in 2018, American Idol announces it’s taking the show on the road with the American Idol Live! 2018 tour, spanning three months this summer. The shows will feature this season’s talented Top 7 finalists: Cade Foehner, Caleb Lee Hutchinson, Catie Turner, Gabby Barrett, Jurnee, Maddie Poppe and Michael J. Woodard with special guest, Season 8 American Idol winner, Kris Allen. The 40+ city tour will kick off on Wednesday, July 11 in Redding, CA and include a stop in Huber Heights, OH at Rose Music Center on Monday, September 10th.  If you can’t make this date- don’t despair, this tour will play the Taft Theatre in Cincinnati on August 21st.

 

Produced by Faculty Productions in conjunction with CORE Media Group, American Idol Live! gives fans the unique opportunity to be up close and personal with this season’s Top 7 finalists, including this year’s newly crowned Idol, and brings your favorite television competition directly to you in performances you can’t miss.

Tickets for the Huber Heights show will go on sale to the public beginning 11am on Friday, May 11th atwww.Ticketmaster.com, www.Rosemusiccenter.com and the Rose Music Center Box Office. Charge by phone at 1.800.745.3000. *Ticket prices include parking and are subject to applicable Ticketmaster fees.  Dates, times and artists subject to change without notice. All events rain or shine.

VIP packages will be available through www.VIPNation.com giving fans the chance to purchase prime seats and meet and greets with the cast.

 

Parking Costs at the Dayton International Airport

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Effective May 14, the Dayton International Airport garage parking rate will be $20 per day max, a $2 increase, or $3 per half hour, which is a $1 increase from the current rates.  At this time there are no increases to Valet Parking, which has a daily maximum of $20.

 

“These changes will support the long-term goals of the airport while we continue to improve our service,” said Terry Slaybaugh, director of Dayton International Airport. “Once travelers experience how convenient parking on the airport property is, they’ll continue to think of the Dayton International Airport first every time they travel.”
Short Term parking is free for the first 30 minutes then $3 each additional half hour with a daily maximum of $24.  The Long Term lot is $2 per hour, with a daily maximum of $14 and the Economy Lot is $4.95/day. Ride the DAYrider courtesy shuttle, which circulates daily, directly to the Terminal from both the long term and economy lots.  In the Cell Phone Lot you can enjoy free parking and WiFi while you monitor flight information on the monitor, or wait for a call from arriving passengers. Vehicles may not be left unattended in this lot. which is a waiting lot is free.

DAYperks and DAYperks Corporate members will continue to automatically receive loyalty points when using the DAYperks card. Parking rates and lot locations are available at flydayton.com/parking-transport.

For more information about the DAYperks parking loyalty program, visit flydayton.com/dayperks.

The parking team at the airport offers free vehicle assistance including tire inflation, battery charging, windshield wiper repair, fuel for empty gas tanks and towing. Travelers who park at the airport can request this free service by calling 937-898-1555.

The new concierge service team will also be available to assist travelers in the terminal as needed. They have the most up-to-date information on terminal construction to ensure minimal disruption in the passenger experience.

Other Off-Site Parking Options

 Located on National Road,  just a short 4 minute shuttle ride away from the airport, Park-N-Go offers a self serve lot with 24 hour shuttle service for just $5.95/day or valet service for $10.90/day.  The valet service will have your car warmed up and ready for your arrival back and if it’s snowed they’ll have your windows scraped as well. They also can arrange to have your car washed & waxed, oil changed or other repairs while its there. You can also check Groupon for frequent discount packages.

 

Located just minutes from Dayton International Airport , Thrifty Airport Parking offers  a safe and secure parking lot, so you can enjoy peace of mind while you travel. It is a self-park service and is open 4:30am until 12:30am, 7 days a week. During these hours, they provide complimentary shuttle transportation to and from the airport. Reservations are required and rates quoted upon availability.

Red Lion Suites, about 10 minutes away on Miller Lane offers parking airport parking for $3.99/day with 24 hour shuttle service.