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Artist of the Week: Tess Little

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ARTIST OF THE WEEK Tess Little working in her Fairborn studio.

Actually, Tess doesn’t have a Fairborn studio. She has two. One is a clay studio in a dairy barn that is over 150 years old. When I visited, two of her students were working there. Tess was working in her other studio, where she makes metal sculptures.

“This piece is called Healing Circle” she told me. “It was one of my earlier bronzes – done around 2005. We were moving it and two of the welds gave way so are repairing it today.”

Tess worked alongside her husband Jim. “Now that Jim is retired he helps me a lot. He does a lot of my set-up work. Jim was in the tool and die business, so that’s something he does really well.”

Tess’s home is filled with art, both hers and that of others. “There would be a lot more to show you, but so much is away right now. I have some large pieces rented in Chicago. Renting sculptures is becoming more popular. A location rents the piece for a year or two. Then you bring it home or take it to another site that wants to rent it. I also have a lot of work in two Dayton galleries, but you can see those pieces on Thursday at a progressive reception.”

The reception of “The Journey: Work by Bing Davis and Tess Little” starts today from 4:30 to 6 pm at the Burnell Roberts gallery at Sinclair and then continues from 6-8 pm at The Contemporary Dayton formerly Dayton Visual Arts Center (118 N Jefferson) . Both receptions are free and open to the public. The exhibitions are part of REACH across Dayton, which Tess Little and Bing Davis founded 27 years ago.

Sunday Day of Caring Pancake Breakfasts All Over Town

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Established in 1991 by Jan Venkayya, Day of Caring is a grass roots organization based in Beavercreek, made up of volunteers committed to increasing personal awareness and involvement toward confronting the ever-increasing national plight of hunger and homelessness. This years event will take place on Sunday, Feb 24th all over town.  All proceeds from these Brunches benefit the local community’s Hunger and Housing Coalitions.

From the first pancake brunch with 12 locations this event has grown  to  locations in over 7 counties. As in the past, churches, community organizations, and public foundations host, prepare, and serve the annual pancake brunch.  “Each year, 500 volunteers get together to serve over 7,000 meals,” Day of Caring 365 Trustee Steve Pax said in a news release. “Those who are homeless or hungry find a generous support from our community during Thanksgiving and Christmas, however The Day of Caring Pancake Brunch takes the last Sunday in February to remind the needy that we don’t forget about them. We show that we care 365 days a year.”

Brunches run on average $6 for adults and $4 for seniors (over 60) and children (under 12). Most brunches include pancakes and sausages, coffee and juice,  but each location put their own spin on additional offerings.

GREENE COUNTY

Abiding Christ Lutheran Church

326 E. Dayton-Yellow Springs   Road   Fairborn, OH 45324   (937) 878-2888   Brunch: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Beavercreek Township Fire Dept. 61  

2195 Dayton-Xenia Road   Beavercreek, OH 45434   (937) 426-1213   Brunch: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Beavercreek Senior Adult Center   

3868 Dayton-Xenia Road   Beavercreek, OH 45432   (937) 426-6166   Brunch: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Drayer Physical Therapy Institute

2587 Commons Blvd. #120   Beavercreek, OH 45431   (937) 426-5555   Brunch: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00   p.m.

Queen of Apostles Church

4435 E. Patterson Road   Beavercreek, OH 45430   (937) 429-0510   Brunch: 11:00 a.m. – 1:00   p.m.

Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine  

3640 Colonel Glenn Highway   Dayton, OH 45435    (937) 775-1000   Brunch: 9:00 a.m. – 12:30   p.m.

Xenia Adult Recreation & Services Center   

338 S. Progress Drive   Xenia, OH 45385   (937) 376-4353   Brunch: 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

 

MONTGOMERY COUNTY

AFRL/WBI Small Business Hub   444 E. Second Street   Dayton, OH 45402   (937) 286-2557

Brunch: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Community United Methodist Church   

339 Meyer Avenue   Dayton, OH 45431   (937) 253-5169  Brunch: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Epiphany Lutheran Church

6430 Far Hills Avenue   Centerville, OH 45459   Brunch: 9:00 a.m. – 12:30   p.m.

Grace United Methodist Church  

1001 Harvard Blvd.   Dayton, OH 45406   Brunch: 10:00 a.m. – 1:15   p.m.

North Riverdale Lutheran Church  

45 Kurtz Avenue   Dayton, OH 45405   (937) 275-5750   Brunch: 11:45 a.m. – 1:00   p.m.

Omega Baptist Church    ** Sunday, MARCH 3, 2019 **

1821 Emerson Avenue   Dayton, OH 45406   (937) 278-1006   Brunch: 8:00 a.m. – 10:00   a.m.

Polk Grove United Church of Christ   

9190 Frederick Pike   Dayton, OH 45414   (937) 890-1821   Brunch: 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

The Risen Christ

12 N. Walnut Street   Englewood, OH 45322   (937) 540-9413   Brunch: 8:30 a.m. – 12:30   p.m.

Shabach Ministries Church

4933 W. Third Street   Dayton, OH 45417   (937) 802-5707   Brunch: 10:00 a.m. – 1:00   p.m.

Shiloh Church, U.C.C.

5300 Philadelphia Drive   Dayton, OH 45415  (937) 277-8953   Brunch: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

St. Leonard-Station House  

8100 Clyo Road   Centerville, OH 45458  (937) 439-7154  Brunch: 10:00 a.m. – 1:00   p.m.

St. Margaret’s Episcopal Church   

5301 Free Pike   Trotwood, OH 45426   (937) 837-7741   Brunch: 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Salem Church of the Brethren

6037 Phillipsburg Union Road Englewood,  OH 45322 (937) 836-6145   Brunch: 11:30a.m – 1:30 p.m.

PREBLE COUNTY

Eaton United Church of Christ   

113 W. Decatur Street   Eaton, OH 45320   (937) 456-3810   Brunch: 11:30 a.m. – 1:00   p.m.    

Lewisburg United Methodist Church   

3147 U.S. 40 E.   Lewisburg, OH 45338   (937) 360-1754   Brunch: 11:00 a.m. – 1:00   p.m.    

Trinity Lutheran Church

511 N. Commerce Street Lewisburg, OH 45338 . (937) 962-2741   Brunch: 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

WARREN COUNTY

St. Augustine Catholic Church

5715 Lytle Road Waynesville, OH 45068(937) 897-2821 . Brunch: 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Dayton Auto Show Drives Into Dayton

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The Dayton Area Automobile Dealers Association brings new vehicles and the latest interactive technologies to consumers and car enthusiasts at the 2018 Dayton Auto Show (DaytonAutoShow.com). With more than 200 vehicles at the show, the annual event will feature the newest makes and models from 27 manufacturers, two exciting ride and drive experiences, and a chance to win a variety of prizes including a two-year lease on a 2018 Chevy Equinox LT. The show will run Thursday, February 22 through Sunday, February 25 at the Dayton Convention Center.

This year’s exhibitors include: Acura, Audi, BMW, Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Dodge, FIAT, Ford, GMC, Harley Davidson, Honda, Hyundai, Infiniti, Jaguar, Jeep, Land Rover, Lincoln, Mercedes-Benz, Nissan, Porsche, RAM, Subaru, Toyota, Volkswagen and Volvo. This year’s show will honor Dayton’s strong military community and senior citizens with extended discounted ticket opportunities. The Dayton Area Toyota Dealers will sponsor Military Appreciation Days with free admission for those with a military I.D. on Thursday, February 22 and Friday, February 23. Seniors will receive a daily discounted admission of $6.00.

A variety of attractions and contests will appeal to guests of all ages. Featured attractions include:

• Two Ride & Drives: At the Toyota Drive Center, guests can get behind the wheel of the, the first-ever C-HR, the all-new Camry, the Rav4 or the Highlander. The FIAT-Chrysler Ride & Drive will offer rides in their Chrysler Pacifica, Dodge Charger, Jeep Compass, RAM 1500 Crewand Fiat 500X vehicles.

• Dayton Dragons’ favorites, Heater and Gem, are scheduled on Saturday and Sunday.

• Returning kids’ favorites include Matt the Balloon Guy, Face Doodles by Jen and animal encounters from the Wild Hearts African Farm Mobile Teaching Zoo. Dayton Auto Show

• Saturday & Sunday visit with the Cincinnati Reds Mascots from 1pm to 3pm each day

 

Guests will have multiple opportunities to win contest prizes. The grand prize is a two-year lease on a 2018 Chevy Equinox LT, presented by the Miami Valley Chevy Dealers. Entries are being accepted at all Miami Valley Chevy dealerships beginning February 5th, and at the show. The winner will be drawn on Sunday, February 25th at 3:00 p.m. at the show. Attendees may also participate in a photo scavenger hunt around the show floor, correctly identifying makes and models of vehicles for a chance to win a 55” Samsung UHD TV. In addition, the Dayton Dragons will be on site Saturday and Sunday offering an opportunity to win a VIP prize pack that includes four stadium seats, pre-game stadium tour and four Dragon hats and t-shirts.

The U.S. auto industry is currently strong, having closed another notable year. 2017 finished with new vehicle sales totaling approximately 17.1 million. The National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) expects 2018 to be a robust year. NADA recently released its 2018 U.S. sales forecast, predicting the sale of 16.7 million new cars and light trucks. In addition, analysts expect a number of trends to shape the future of the automotive industry. They include millennials as the dominant share of buyers, greater affordability, autonomous vehicles and digital retailing.

“The Dayton Auto Show is an annual event the community anticipates every year,” said Kelly Danison, Dayton Auto Show Director of Events. “The auto industry remains a vital part of the Dayton economy and we look forward to sharing all the exciting new features, as well as a number of first-time ones that entire families will enjoy.”

  • Thursday, February 21  12:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
  • Friday, February 22       12:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
    • Saturday, February 23  10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
  • Sunday, February 24     10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Tickets are $8 at the box office and $6 online, children nine and under are free with a paid adult. Tickets for students with appropriate IDs are $6. Military Appreciation Days, sponsored by the Dayton Area Toyota Dealers, offers free admission on both Thursday and Friday with valid military ID, and seniors ages 65 and over will receive $6 admission every day of the show. For more information about tickets, show hours, schedule of events, directions and special activities, visit the show website.

Tickets can be purchased online.

Saturday Morning Winter Hike Series

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We will be hiking on these local hiking trails in our wonderful local parks. These hikes are not guided-trips, so you can hike at your own pace; route range from 1.3 miles to 2.9; and require between 45 and 90 minutes to complete.

Each participant is responsible for all of their own personal needs. Our staff will gladly assist or answer questions. Please dress for the weather, as inclement weather is possible. Some trails may be muddy and slippery.

Hearts, Heritage & Heroes Concert featuring the U.S. Air Force Band of Flight

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The U.S. Air Force Band of Flight will perform a free concert at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force on Feb. 23 at 7:30 p.m. Due to the popularity of these free concerts, tickets are required and limited to four tickets per person. The Air Force Band of Flight, stationed at Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio presents more than 240 performances annually, providing quality musical products for official military functions and ceremonies as well as civic events and public concerts. Since its founding in 1942, the band has performed for presidents and vice presidents, visiting heads of state, cabinet officers, members of congress, U.S. and foreign military leaders, and millions of Americans and foreign citizens.

Flemings to Host Bourbon Dinner

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Fleming’s at The Greene is hosting  a special bourbon dinner on Friday, March 1st  featuring four  cocktails from Buffalo Trace Distillery. This one-night-only event includes a perfectly prepared four course menu,  curated by Chef Partner Adam Stomps. 

First Course
Charred Romaine Salad
bacon balsamic vinaigrette, parmesan, pickled red onions
Buffalo Trace, Ward 8

Second Course
Roasted Pork
chili mole sauce, smoked cheddar grits
Eagle Rare, Spiced Old Fashioned

Third Course
Prime Ribeye
béarnaise butter, mashed sweet potatoes
Fleming’s Edition Blanton’s Single Barrel Neat

Dessert Course
Bananas Foster
bourbon glaze, chantilly
Irish Coffee

Fleming’s Beavercreek
4432 Walnut St
Beavercreek, OH 45440
937-320-9548

Friday, March 1, 2019 6:30 PM
$99 per Guest, reservations required

 

A Look At This Year’s Oscar Nominees

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Hello Most Metro!

I love good cinema.  And for all of my college years and days in retail, Oscar season was a time for speculation and preparation for watching (and cheering and jeering) the event on the big night.  But for most of the last 18 years, I have been so consumed with preparing for THE NEON’s Annual Oscar Party, I’ve hardly stopped to think who would win and who would lose.  That is until Dayton Rotary stepped in.  For the last four years, I’ve been asked to give a short presentation regarding the upcoming Academy Awards.  This forces me to reflect on the year’s nominees and to think about who will take home Oscars.  Below are some of my thoughts regarding this year’s big contenders.

Amy Adams – 6th Oscar nomination (5 supporting, 1 lead).

Marina de Tavira – 1st Oscar nomination, lots of accolades in Mexico.

Regina King – 1st Oscar nomination…lots of TV accolades.

Emma Stone – 3rd Oscar nomination…won for LA LA LAND.

Rachel Weisz – 2nd Oscar nomination…it’s been 13 years since nomination for CONSTANT GARDNER.

WHO WILL WIN?  This year’s “Best Supporting Actress” Oscar will almost certainly go to Regina King.  Her performance in IF BEALE STREET COULD TALK is heartbreakingly wonderful.  I recently heard King speaking on NPR’s “On Point” about how she rarely watches her own work…but a friend convinced her she had to see this film on the big screen.  Within the first five minutes, she knew this Barry Jenkins film was something special…and it turns out that I was just a few rows behind her at The Toronto International Film Festival.  (If King doesn’t get it, Adams is a good second bet.)

 

 

Mahershala Ali – 2nd Oscar nomination…won for MOONLIGHT!

Adam Driver – 1st Oscar nomination…has won awards for GIRLS on TV.

Sam Elliot – 1st Oscar nomination EVER.  Hard to Believe!!

Richard E. Grant – 1 Oscar nomination (though years of brilliant work).

Sam Rockwell – 2nd Oscar nomination…won for THREE BILLBOARDS…

WHO WILL WIN?  Mahershala Ali appears to be the favorite at this time, but Sam Elliott could sneak in and get it.  (That said, I’m rooting for Richar E. Grant.)

 

Yalitza Aparicio – 1st Oscar nomination, 1st film role ever!

Glenn Close – 7th Oscar nomination (4 leads, 3 supporting)

Olivia Colman – 1st Oscar nomination (lots of TV accolades and will be the Queen in next season of THE CROWN)

Lady Gaga – 1st Oscar nomination

Melissa McCarthy – 2nd Oscar nomination (1st was for BRIDESMAIDS)

WHO WILL WIN?  It’s Glenn Close’s turn.  The nominations show a diverse canon of work (DANGEROUS LIAISONS, FATAL ATTRACTION, ALBERT NOBBS, WORLD ACCORDING TO GARP, THE BIG CHILL)…but the brilliance doesn’t stop there – what about 101 DALMATIANS, PARADISE ROAD and more!  The upset in this category would be Lady Gaga…who does have a lot of fans and support in the business (but I think it would be a posthumous “slap in the face” to Judy Garland – who did not win for her incredible work with this role).

Christian Bale – 4th Oscar nomination…won for THE FIGHTER

Bradley Cooper – 7th Oscar nomination (3 of these nominations are for this film)

Willem Dafoe – 4th Oscar nomination…recent nomination was for last year’s FLORIDA PROJECT, 1st nomination was in 1987 for PLATOON

Rami Malek – 1st Oscar nomination (lots of accolades for TV’s MR. ROBOT)

Viggo Mortensen – 3rd Oscar nomination

 

WHO WILL WIN?  This is a tough one.  Many folks are banking on Christian Bale (think of that range – from EMPIRE OF THE SUN as a kid to THE MACHINIST to BATMAN to Dick Cheney).  The other big contender is Rami Malek – who has garnered a lot of love this award season.  I’m going with Bale.

 

ROMA has one big thing going against it.  Netflix!  Will the Academy be kind to a film that has been released by a company that wants to completely change the way films are consumed by the public?  Netflix knew they had to get this film into cinemas in order for it to get serious Oscar consideration…and we played it at THE NEON because I consider it the best film of the year.  But Netflix rarely wants cinemas to play their films…they want consumers to subscribe to their service.  They are not team players and the integrity of how a film is viewed is low on their list of priorities.  Big corporate profits over artistic integrity seems to be the order of the day…even when filmmakers ask for their films to get more theatrical exposure.  So we’ll see what happens…do members of the Academy care about all of this…or will they base their votes on the power of this film?

THE FAVOURITE divided our audience at THE NEON like no other film this year.  We had people see it numerous times and we had people complain that the film was “pornographic” or “stupid” or “wasn’t funny at all.”  It’s my opinion that this very dark comedy has a lot to say about the lengths people will go to gain power…and it also speaks about the disconnect by many of those in power and the people they represent.  I think it’s a brilliant film (although one with a very grim worldview).

A STAR IS BORN – this is the 4th version of this story.  The 1937 version won a special award for its use of color and also won a “Best Screenplay” Oscar.  The 1954 Cukor version (with Garland) did not win any Oscars (and is the strongest version of this story).  The 1976 version with Streisand won “Best Song”…and this latest version will also win Gaga an Oscar for “Best Song.”

One special note about the other nominees is that Hannah Beachler, a woman who grew up in Centerville and attended Wright State University for Motion Picture Production, is the first ever African American to be nominated for “Best Production Design.”  BLACK PANTHER has broken a lot of barriers this season, and it’s exciting to see Beachler get such wonderful recognition (she’s had an incredible career – working on such wonderful films as FRUITVALE STATION, MOONLIGHT and many more…including Beyonce’s LEMONADE).

A couple quick notes:

It’s hard to believe that this is Spike Lee’s 1st Oscar nomination!

Alfonso Cuaron is nominated for 4 Oscars this year…not only did he write and direct ROMA, he also shot and produced it.  All four of these roles have received recognition.

Foreign films have received a lot more love than usual this year.  In addition to ROMA’s 10 nominations,  COLD WAR received 3 nominations (WARNING…BIG PLUG AHEAD…COLD WAR is currently playing at THE NEON), NEVER LOOK AWAY has two nominations, and BORDER is nominated for “Best Makeup.”  And speaking of foreign films (ANOTHER BIG PLUG), CAPERNAUM, one of my absolute favorites of 2018, opens this Friday at THE NEON.

WHO WILL WIN?  The only way ROMA won’t win this year would be for “political” (aka Netflix) reasons.  I feel pretty confident that it will win regardless.  But if it doesn’t, the Oscar could go to GREEN BOOK – a film that despite some controversy, has received a lot of awards and admiration this season.

Neon Movies on Fifth Street. Photo by Lew Hann

As for our Oscar Screening Party...as always, it’s FREE!  The Academy Awards will be screened in our large auditorium this Sunday, February 24 – and you could win awesome prizes throughout the night…including our grand prize from our friends at Square One Salon & Spa. Ballots are available in our lobby and must be turned in before the first award is presented.  We hope you’ll join us!  We’ll be seating as close as possible to 7:00pm for the pre-show.

Hope to see you soon at THE NEON,

Jonathan

Nelly’s Introducing Sauces at March Food Adventure + Free Ticket Giveaway

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Nellys to Introduce new sauces with its famous chicken

The Bolivian restaurant Nelly’s Chicken on S. Main Street or State Route 48 will hosting its first ever Food Adventure Dinner.

TUESDAY MARCH 12 will be a very special night with one night only, exotic, 5 course meal.  The kitchen and owners will be introducing some Bolivian BBQ sauces to be enjoyed with their famous chicken.  If you have not had their juicy, mouth-watering chicken with the one of a kind, cooked over charcoal taste, you are missing a treat with this signature dish.  They will also feature a Bolivian sausage and beef based entrée.  The final course will be dessert as we enjoy door prizes and trivia with the crowd.  This is a one night only event and the first time the sauces will be available.  We are excited to try these new items !!!

**TICKETS ONLY AVAILABLE ONLINE BY CLICKING HERE**

FREE TICKET GIVEAWAY !
Comment with why you want a free ticket below, and we will draw one random winner Friday 22nd at 6pm.

What a special chance to get this deal for dinner and enjoy a Food Adventure where you can “Fade into Bolivia”

Rotisserie Chicken cooked over charcoal

HERE IS THE SKINNY ON THE FOOD ADVENTURE DINNER at NELLY’S CHICKEN:

WHEN:  MARCH 12, 6:30pm – ONE NIGHT ONLY

WHERE : 79 S Main St, Centerville, OH 45458

WHAT:  5 COURSE “TOUR OF BOLIVIA” DINNER EVENT

COURSE 1:
CHORIPAN BITES: Smoked sausage topped with fresh chimichurri salsa, served on top of a toasted bread.

COURSE 2:

Nelly’s Beet Salad


NELLY’S TOSSED SALAD: green with organic spring mix, cranberries, topped with a mozzarella-provolone cheese blend and sweet pickled beets.

COURSE 3:
PIQUE MACHO: a heaping plate of bite-sized pieces of beef, sausage, green pepper, onion, steak potatoes and hard-boiled egg.

COURSE 4:
A PIECE OF OUR FAMOUS ROTISSERIE CHICKEN, COOKED OVER CHARCOAL: Served with a sauce to mix and enhance the flavors of this typical Bolivian dish.  Bolivian BBQ Sauce and White Sauce available for tasting.

2007-12-31 Flan casero de huevo – Cena nochevieja – Pozuelo de Alarcón – Madrid – España

COURSE 5:
HOMEMADE FLAN: freshly baked egg custard with caramel sauce. A South American staple.

COST: $32 per person, Includes water and 5 courses (does not include tip).  Drinks like soda and alcohol may be bought separately as they have a full bar, and craft beers. PRE PAY ONLY

****TICKETS: Are only available online by CLICKING HERE for info**** Sales end March 10th at midnight

Alcohol and Tip not included

5 delicious courses,………. 1 night only……. many, one-of a kind, unique tastes. We are looking forward to trying the chef’s new sauces that pair with the chicken.

Food Adventures will provide some trivia and door prizes. Nelly’s Chicken will be giving away a gift card to a random attendee.  Join us March 12th, meet the owners of Nelly’s, their story, and philosophy about the restaurant.   Hear about their goals for the future.

Are you ready for a Food Adventure to Bolivia ??

For more info on Food Adventures, join the nearly 8,000 Dayton Foodies following them on Facebook by CLICKING HERE

** DONT FORGET TO COMMENT BELOW FOR YOUR CHANCE TO WIN ONE FREE TICKET TO THIS EVENT ! ** (Drawing is at random, Feb 22nd at 5pm).

Inside Nellys Chicken

Pieces of Rotisserie Chicken cooked over Charcoal

Nellys

Bolivian Style Chicken – new sauces coming !!

 

Juicy Chicken

salad

inside Nellys

chicken

 

 

Two To Tango And It’s Great In Dayton!

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Charlie’s list of upcoming events you’ll want to know about:

 
LYRIC FIRE: DUNBAR IN MOTION puts into physical motion the poetry of Dayton’s own Paul Laurence Dunbar, the first African-American poet to achieve international fame. This is performed by Dayton Contemporary Dance Company (DCDC) in period costume and they paint a moving and vibrant picture of the poet’s life during the late 1800s. Victoria Theatre, Tuesday, 9:30am and 11:30am.
Sing Dayton! For singers, the act of making music is an aerobic activity. It’s also an ice breaker. People who sing together feel connected to each other. They feel a sense of belonging. They feel connected to life, their fellow singers, and the city we live in. Yellow Cab Tavern, Tuesday, 6 to 9pm.
Wednesday morning Yoga Class. 10:15 to 11:15am in St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Oakwood. $5 per person. Drop in or attend regularly.
Dayton Auto Show, Each year this rolls into town with displays of the latest and greatest models and automotive technologies. Thursday and Friday, noon to 9pm, Saturday, 10 to 9; Sunday, 10 to 6.
concert:nova, Cincinnati’s Chamber Music Lab, wants to “transform hearts, minds and communities through thought-provoking musical exploration.” Children and all are invited to experience this musical innovation with a free performance at the Dayton Metro Library’s Eichelberger Forum, 215 E. Third Street, on Thursday, 6pm.
Black Noise. Works by Holly Branstner and curated by Roger J. Crum is located in Radial Gallery on the campus of the University of Dayton. The reception with the artist include a performance by Wohlfeil/Pierce sponsored by the Department of Art and Design, the Department of Music, the Graul Chair in Arts and Languages and the ArtsLIVE initiative. Thursday, 5 to7pm.
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The Bison and The Boar. The grand opening features historic Preble County photographs, locally repurposed barn wood and rustic table settings, The Bison and The Boar is both warm and inviting while also cultivated and refined. The grand opening is Friday!
For America: Paintings from the National Academy of Design. The DAI is the debut venue for this new touring exhibition. The exhibition’s 100 extraordinary paintings present not only a visual document of the membership, but also a unique history of American painting from 1809 to the present. Opens Saturday.
Explore the Challenges … and Find Solutions to the Concerns Facing Immigrants and Refugees in our Midst. Keynote address by the Hon. Judge Walter Rice; Voices of Immigrant/Refugee Experiences Panel; Organizations Panel & Information Tables; Breakout Sessions: Brainstorming on Areas of Need & How to Get Involved! UD Dan Curran Place (1700 S. Patterson Blvd); Saturday, 1:30 to 5:30pm.
Traditional African dance is front and center at the Dayton Metro Library when Anna Omulo and a dance troupe from Wright State University take the floor. All ages are invited to watch a dance performance, then learn a short routine and join in! The free interactive performance takes place in the Main Library Bassani Theater Off Third, 215 E. Third Street, downtown on Saturday, 2:30 to 3:30pm.
Coco’s Bistro for more than a dozen years, has put on “Savor your Sunday” brunches benefiting Stivers School for the Arts. It’s one of the only times during the entire year that the popular restaurant is open for brunch. 10am to 1:30pm. Stivers Chamber Choir, this Sunday.
TWO TO TANGO! Andrea Arese-Elias, pianist, and Jimmy Leach, trumpet, are presenting an exciting concert of solo works and music for piano and trumpet from Brazil, Argentina and France. This is at St. Paul’s Church in Oakwood. There is no admission charge but a freewill offering will be collected. Sunday, 3 to 4:30pm..

Ele Bistro Food & Wine Pairing

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Join us for this special February Wine Pairing! Enjoy four courses of food and wine presented by our own chef Samantha Trick and Rob Wocks of Vintage Wine. Be sure to order your favorite wines as special discounts will be available during the event. Cocktail hour begins at 5 pm, and dinner begins at 6 pm.

Flyby BBQ To Open Tuesday, February 19th

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Flyby BBQ will be joining the line-up of more than 130 retail, dining and entertainment options at the Fairfield Commons Mall this week. This addition will join the already diverse mix of restaurants at the property including BJ’s Brewhouse, Chuy’s Tex Mex, Bravo! Cucina Italiana and Spinoza’s Gourmet Pizza and Salads, FUSIAN, MacKenzie River Pizza, Flyboy’s Deli and Melt Bar and Grilled.

Butcher in the new Flyby BBQ restaurant at Fairfield Commons Mall

Flyby BBQ will be open to the public starting Tuesday, February 19th at 10:45 am. The Beavercreek Chamber of Commerce will be officially welcoming them to the Beavercreek community, by conducting a ribbon cutting at 3:30 pm on Friday, February 22nd. The Grand Opening Celebration will kick off on Saturday, February 23rd at 10:45 am when the first 50 people to purchase an entrée will receive free BBQ for a year (entrée and drink once a week, each week for a year) – be sure to line up early as spots will go fast (tents not provided). Flyby BBQ will be donating 100% of the food sales on Saturday to: Fisher Nightingale House, NCCJ (National Conference for Community and Justice) Anytown Camp, and Big Brothers Big Sisters at Yellow Springs High School.

David Butcher, Founder of Flyby BBQ, is a Yellow Springs High School graduate and is a recent graduate of Ohio State University as of December. He was named #1 Student Entrepreneur in Central Ohio and top 25 in the United States by Entrepreneurs Organization in both 2016 and 2017.

The restaurant is located outside of the mall’s main entrance next to FUSIAN and will offer several delicious ways to enjoy your favorite backyard fare. They will be open daily from 10:45 am – 10:00 pm. To learn more about Flyby BBQ, visit their website at https://flybybbq.com or follow their social media @FlybyBBQ.

Flyby BBQ is a premium fast-casual “build-your-own” barbecue restaurant

Butcher started the business in 2016 with pop-up events and catering. Shortly after, the team began their food truck adventure. Harnessing a great following and 5-star average rating online, Flyby BBQ used this time to perfect the dishes that would mold the menu for their upcoming restaurant. “We are excited to be part of the growing Beavercreek community and give them a taste of what barbecue can be. It’s truly unlike anything you’ve seen before.” said David Butcher, Owner of Flyby BBQ. To show their continuing loyalty to the community, Flyby BBQ will host fundraising nights where 25% of the food sales will be given back to local organizations. Visit FlybyBBQ.com/fundraise or contact their team at 937-637-3001 to find out how your organization can get involved.

Flyby BBQ is a fast casual “build-your-own” barbecue restaurant featuring smoked meals with fresh premium ingredients in a fun and modern setting. They also feature homemade comfort food sides, famous peanut butter banana pudding, as well as craft beer and sodas. Their menu is sure to have something for everyone as they also offer vegan Pulled BBQ Jackfruit as a protein option. As Butcher put it, they serve “real smoke, real ingredients, real fast.” Looking to cater a small business meeting or large family for the night? Consider picking up a “Party Pack” and take the guess-work out of trying to feed up to 30 people. They also do special event BBQ sandwich bar catering for parties over 30 people. The full menu can be found on their website at FlybyBBQ.com/menu with online ordering coming shortly after opening.

The menu for Flyby BBQ – home of “real smoke, real ingredients, real fast.”

McCoy on Movies: Happy Death Day 2U

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Genre-bending Happy Death Day 2U proves there can be plenty of fun, romance in a serial killer thriller
By Tabari McCoy

“Wait a minute … Didn’t this happen the last time I starred in this movie?!” Tree (Jessica Rothe) experiences deja vú in a scene from HAPPY DEATH DAY 2U. Credit: Universal Pictures © 2019 Universal Studios.

WATCH THE TRAILER(S) HERE:



 

KEY CAST MEMBERS: Jessica Rothe, Israel Broussard, Phi Vu, Suraj Sharma, Sarah Yarkin, Rachel Matthews, Ruby Modine, Steve Zissis, Rob Mello and Charles Aitken

DIRECTOR(S): Christopher Landon
THE BACK STORY: Did you happen to catch 2017’s Happy Death Day? If not, you might have missed what happened when young college student Tree Gelbman (Jessica Rothe) got murdered on her birthday, only to wake up in the bed of fellow college student Carter (Israel Broussard) … Who was nice enough to try to bring her home before she got killed … And then go through the rest of her day, only to get murdered again. Then she found out who was her killer – SPOILER ALERT: It was her jealous roomie Lori (Ruby Modine) – and then she was able to break the loop and begin living her life again without the threat of a baby-masked assassin coming to kill her. 


Or so she thought.


For you see, Happy Death Day 2U begins with Ryan (Phi Vu) dying at the hands of a baby-faced killer. And then he wakes up in his garbage-filled car, only to get back to his room where he catches Tree and Carter about to … embrace. And once he starts describing what happened to him, Tree quickly realizes much to her horror what is happening: The loop has started all over again, only this time it’s affecting Ryan. Thus, you can imagine her shock, horror and anger when she discovers both loops were inadvertently created by Ryan and his fellow science students Samar (Suraj Sharma) and Dre (Sarah Yarkin) due to a time-altering device they’ve nicknamed “Sissy.” 


And that’s when things get REALLY weird – I’d say more, but it would ruin all the surprises. But if there’s one last thing Tree is looking for, it’s surprises; unfortunately for her, there are plenty of surprises on the way that is going to alter her reality in ways she never, ever envisioned in this dimension – or any others for that matter. 
THE REVIEW: Are you in search of a film this Valentine’s Day that (1) will make you laugh at the most unexpected, surreal scenario possible while (2) delivering a few cheap scares while still somehow (3) being self-deprecating to the point it might be one of the smarter films of its genre-bending ilk which in turn (4) makes it inexplicably entertaining and dare one suggest one of the most genuine-in-an-extremely-absurd-way romantic comedies in quite some time? If the answer to all of those winding enough to drive the average editor nuts questions is “yes,” look no further.For Happy Death Day 2U is a must-see that deserves praise not seen since Scream made people say the name “Skeet Ulrich” with reverence.

Boasting a keen sense of self-awareness and a wicked-funny yet strong performance by Rothe, Happy Death Day 2U does the thing that is extremely rare with movies rooted in a horror/thriller mold: Not only live up to the original, but surpass it. Whereas the original Happy Death Day felt like a silly-yet-enjoyable one-off, 2U provides a back story that expands its characters growth without losing any of its predecessor’s charm. Of course, that is due largely to Rothe’s ability to make her Groundhog Day-like existence consistently intriguing while making you root for her as her quest continues. It’s almost like writer/director Christopher Landon and the rest of the Blumhouse team (the production company responsible for hits like Paranormal Activity, Insidious, Get Out and the most recent Halloween remake/sequel/way to keep making money off that franchise) found out about Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse and said “How could we make a movie like that with a killer and keep all the humor?”

To her credit, Rothe does something rarely seen in horror-esque movies: Act. Like really, really act. She makes Tree equal parts crazy yet determined, hilarious yet not a caricature while at the same time using her skills to help make fun of and show reverence for the very genre that may make her a star. Playing well off of her co-stars Vu and Broussard, 2U is Rothe’s show the way the Golden State Warriors are Seth Curry’s team (at least, pre-Kevin Durant). And while the movie – which does have its fair share of “Ok, that’s corny even for this movie” moments and it is kinda easy to figure out who’s behind the mask if you pay a lick of attention – isn’t perfect, it’s got a great mix of comedy, thrills and irreverence to prove itself worthy of being a sequel.

In fact, given that it’s releasing just in time for Valentine’s Day, Happy Death Day 2U might just be the most romantic way to show your significant other you really love them … By watching a film breathe new life into a genre that can always use some.

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

 

Giordanos Pizza is Coming ….

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Coming to the Farifield Mall area by year’s end.

You have heard the buzz and mumblings, and may have even seen what the pizzas look like. .  Giordano’s Pizza is coming.  Yes, finally, a one of a kind Deep Dish Chicago Style Icon will enter the Miami Valley, and thick pizza in Dayton will forever be changed.

Opening day will be Tuesday, Feb 19th!
They will open at 2819 Centre Drive, which is across from the Fairfield Commons, in the spot that was once Logan’s Steakhouse.

Eating the pizza here is a Food Adventure. in fact it is more of a pie than pizza.  A combination of deep dish pizza, a stuffed pizza and a tomato pie from all walks and regions of Italian life.

 

HERE’S THE SKINNY ON GIORDANO’S RESTAURANT:

— In the 1800’s in Turino, Italy, Mama Giordano would get married to a Mr Boglio.  Every Easter she would make a big “Italian Easter Pie” for her family.  This pie was made only on special occasions and was a huge, stuffed pizza.

— In 1974 Italian immigrants Efren and Joseph Boglio started serving their mom’s recipe in the South side of Chicago.

A Chicago Icon

— In 2018 they have about 50 locations, one about to be Dayton, Ohio !

 

HOW TO MAKE A FAMOUS GIORDANO’S STUFFED PIZZA:

1) The pizzas are made to order and baked like a pie

2)  An oiled, Deep Dish pan is lined with a signature flaky, thick dough on the bottom.  This dough tastes like a mix of pizza dough, part pie dough, and part “pot pie” crust.

3) The pan is lined with ingredients placed on top of the thick crust.

4) The ingredients are covered in a huge mound of mozzarella cheese

5) This step is the  “secret” that sets them apart.  A thin layer of top dough is than placed atop the pizza and trimmed off, making a pie type appearance.  Numerous air holes are purposely put into this layer.

6) A thick, generous helping of marinara sauce is hand ladled onto the thin top crust , covering it completely.

The Stuffed Pizza from Giordano’s

7) The pizza is baked for 45 minutes.

There you have it, the steps to a Giordano’s Stuffed pizza.  We hope they open sooner than later, we cannot wait for a stuffed pizza Food Adventure.

 

Besides stuffed pizza Giordano menu features appetizers, Italian dishes, thin crust pizza, salads, and has a full catering menu.

Dayton has had its brush with Chicago Pizzas.  Uno’s Pizzeria used to operate 3 stores in Dayton, Centerville and Huber Heights.  Two Uno’s have since closed and only the downtown Dayton location remains at 126 North Main St. next to Victoria Theater.

For more local pizza fun and food happenings, follow FOOD ADVENTURES on FACEBOOK.

If you can’t wait until they open, feel free to go to www.Girodanos.com and have a pizza sent by  special delivery to your doorstep.

A thick dough is lined on the bottom of the pan, then igredients are applied.

 

 

Cheezy

Next comes mounds of cheese

Next a small thin layer of dough on top, poke holes

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Delicious and filling -Giordanos is coming …

Literally tire of pizza

final step before baking – ladel on that sauce baby !!

Top with sauce, bake 45 min