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Restaurants Offering Carry Out & Delivery

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??Be patient and expect there to be issues and mistakes – most dine-in restaurants are only used to doing one or a few carry-out orders at a time.
?If you have condiments, silverware, napkins, etc. at home then do the restaurant a favor and tell them you don’t need those things. It will help.
?And TIP the person ringing up your order like you normally would dining in. Carry-tips are normally 10-15% but I suggest 20-25% during this shut-down. I’m sure most places will be pooling those tips to distribute to the rest of staff who will be needing all the help they can get.
CO = carry out DD = DoorDash GH=GrubHub UE=Ubereats PM=Postmates
Amber Rose– 937-228-2511 CO
1400 Valley St, Dayton OH M 11-1 lunch only, Tues-Friday 11-7:30, Saturday 4-8
Bennett’s Publical (937) 866-4200 CO
67 S Main St Miamisburg
Bill’s Donut Shop– CO (937) 433-0002
268 N Main St Centerville,
Butter Cafe 937-985-9917 CO, DD
1106 Brown St, Dayton Mon 8am -2 pm, Tues – Sun 7am-3pm
Chappys Social House (937) 439-9200. CO, DD
7880 Washington Village Dr, Centerville, noon to 7pm.
Dublin Pub 937-224-7822. CO
300 Wayne Ave, Dayton
El Meson 937-545-5602 CO
903 E. Dixie, West Carrollton
Figlio (937) 534-0494 CO
424 E. Stroop Road, Kettering Mon – Sat from 5 – 8pm
Franco’s 937-222-0204 CO
824 E 5th St, Dayton
Frickers – (937) 866-9464 CO, DD
251 N Springboro Pike (ST RT 741) Miamisburg daily from 10am-1:30am.
Ghostlight Coffee

1201 Wayne Ave, Dayton (937) 985-2633
800 South Patterson, Dayton (937) 985-2633
Monday & Tuesday: both shops will be open 7am-Noon for carryout only. We respectfully request no cash transactions. Wednesday: we will move to online ordering & pick-up, only. Pick-up will take place outside of each shop. We are still working out the final logistics, but we you will be able to order directly from our website.

Glo Juice Bar + Cafe. 937- 991- 0085 CO, DD
1120 Brown St. Dayton
Hot Head Burrito 10:30 am to 10pm (possibly changing to 9pm).
Jimmie’s Ladder 11 (937) 424-1784. CO
936 S. Brown Street, Dayton 11:00 am – 2:00 pm & 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Kramer’s 937 -294-9141. CO
1018 Irving Ave, Dayton 4-8pm daily
Mamma DiSalvo’s 937-299-5831 CO
1375 E Stroop Rd, Kettering
Meadowlark 937- 434-4750 CO
5531 Far Hills Ave, Kettering Monday-Saturday 11:30-7:00 with curbside pickup.
Milano’s CO, DD
Brown Street 937-222-7072
Beavercreek 937-427-7527
Miami Twsp 937-434-7827
Mz. Pickles 937-866-4711 CO
17 S Main St, Miamisburg, Mon – Wed 11am -4pm, Thurs & Fri 11am – 7pm, Sat 9:3o -3pm

Nick’s Restaurant (937) 372-3202 CO
1443 N Detroit St. Xenia 11am – 7pm
Old Scratch Pizza (937) 331-5357 CO
812 South Patterson, Dayton
For easy ordering, please download the Old Scratch Pizza Mobile App below
App for IOS: https://buff.ly/39XC7C0VVVApp for Android: https://buff.ly/2WbR5Ap
Pepe’s Mexican Flavors (937) 233-2300 CO
6114 Chambersburg Rd. Huber Heights, Ohio 45424
Rapid Fired Pizza area restaurants will be open 10:30 am to 10 pm
Ray’s Wine Spirits Grill 937-890-0300 CO
8268 North Main Street, Clayton, 1-9 Mon – Thurs, 11-10 Fri & Sat, 12-5 Sun
retail shop for wine, beer & cigars is open Monday thru Sunday
Rusty Taco    CO, DD
Brown Street 937-938-7384
Beavercreek 937-306-8080
Dayton Mall 937-938-5632
You can call each of our locations or place an order on DoorDash: https://www.doordash.com/business/rusty-taco-6992/menu/
St Anne The Tart – (937) 259-8663   CO
1500 E Fifth Street, Dayton extended carry out hours 7am – 7pm
SKY Asian Cuisines – 937-949-988.     CO
4090 Wilmington Pike
Skyline Dayton Mall (937) 434-3952 CO, DD
8906 Kingsridge Dr, Miami Township. Mon- Sat 11am -8pm, Sun noon – 8pm
The Caroline (937) 552-7676   CO
5 S. Market St, Troy

The Chicken Spot 937 813 1618     CO, DD
3261 West Siebenthaler Ave, Dayton M-Sat 11 am 7pm and Sundc 6pm

Wheat Penny Oven and Bar (937) 496-5268 CO, GH, UE, PM
515 Wayne Ave, Dayton Monday-Saturday 11-7
Yagoot (937) 550-9468. CO, DD
734B N. Main Street. Springboro. 11am – 9pm

Temporarily Shutting Down

bd’s Mongolian Grill, The Greene
Mudlick Tap House, Dayton
The Brick Tap & Tavern, Huber Heights
The Century Bar, Dayton
Tickets Pub & Eatery, Fairborn
Watermark Restaurant, Miamisburg

Free Soup at Xuan

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When times are tough, we often see the best in people! Just got a message from Nopp & Tong, owners of Xuan Vietnamese-Thai Cuisine Restuarant with this offer they asked us to help share with the community:

 

Free Meals at XUAN

This is not the time for business this is time for we all people need to survive!!!!!

Please come to Xuan Vietnamese-Thai cuisine on Airway Rd. for free chicken noodle soup & tap water on Thursday (03/19/2020) starting 12.30 -3 pm, also please bring your own soup container (we don’t have enough containers and utensils for everyone).

So if free soup is something that will make your day, stop on by, or order a meal to-go from them and help support this small independent restaurant that just one of many in our community trying to make a difference.

#DaytonProud

Schools Closed- Resources For Home Teaching and Education

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Schools around the country are being closed to try to slow down the spreading of COVID-19, by reducing how often large groups of people are together. At first, this may sound exciting to many children and families, though these closings also present us with lots of challenges.  Below are some tips from Nationwide Children’s Hospital:

 

Give Yourself A Minute

You are likely trying to figure out many concerns in your life including childcare, entertainment, finances and work-related needs. Allow yourself time to process with a helpful family member, friend or co-worker to figure out what steps you need to take. Children will notice if we are stressed and upset, so it can help to work through our own emotions when they are not present.

Acknowledge the Disappointment

Many children are going to be missing events they have been looking forward to such as plays, dances, field trips and spring breaks. These events are a big part of kids’ social structure and they may feel angry, worried or sad. Be sure to allow your child to have their natural emotional experience. Try using words that join them in their feelings (e.g., “I’m so sorry this is happening. I’m disappointed I won’t get to hear your choir sing, too”). Sometimes we can try to jump too quickly to feeling better, but it is OK for your child to talk about their reactions. To help them process this by allowing them to have some alone time, write a letter about how they feel, or talk about the things they will miss.

Moving Forward

After your child has expressed their struggle, work to help them find their own coping strategies. Ask your child to identify some benefits of staying home or activities they are looking forward to doing. Talking about balance is important: there are things that are frustrating/disappointing and some things that are exciting. You may want to remind your child this is temporary and that soon things will be back to normal. Children may also tell you what helps them cope, such as music, activity or journaling. By being more active and engaged during the day, such as coloring, building things or exercising, there is less time to continue to think about the disappointments.

Making a New Normal

To help move forward, have your children participate in making the “new normal” for the next few weeks. Sit down together and make a new structure for home-based days. This can be setting mealtimes, schoolwork time and different fun activities and crafts for morning and afternoon.  Check with our school district to see how they will be facilitating lesson plans.

Here are some resources to help you survive:

Cincinnati Zoo Home Safari Facebook Live

Each weekday at 3pm they will highlight one of our amazing animals and include an activity you can do from home. Starting Monday, March 16 at 3pm for the first Home Safari- featuring Fiona!

 

Here’s a website with over 30 Virtual Field Trips 

US Space Museum, The Louvre, Mars, Yellowstone National Park and so many more

 

 

HERE’S THE ENTIRE LIST OF EDUCATION COMPANIES OFFERING FREE SUBSCRIPTIONS DUE TO SCHOOL CLOSINGS

 

 

 

16 FREE RESOURCES FOR SCHOOLS WHO ARE CLOSING DUE TO CORONAVIRUs

Pink Ribbon Girls would love to have short, colorful, hand written notes to send to our clients battling cancer. If you are local you can drop them off or please mail them to : ( they do NOT need to be in individual envelopes) Thank you all so much for your willingness to do this.
PRG
32 Main St.
Tipp City, Ohio 45371

Online Piano Teacher

With Hoffman Academy, kids get so much more than piano lessons. Our innovative, foundational approach encourages your budding pianist to actually understand music. Using delightful videos and supportive, kid-friendly music education materials, Hoffman Academy’s online piano lessons for kids empower learners with the knowledge and techniques they need to become true musicians.

 

Learn a language for free

 free online tool called DuoLingo which makes learning languages a game. They are retaining what they learn much more than when it was just bookwork, and the program is really fun.  It has an app for phones and tablets as well.

150+ EDUCATIONAL SHOWS ON NETFLIX

  

 

Animals:

From the jungle to your backyard, there’s a huge collection of animal-inpired educational shows on Netflix.

  • BBC: Life
  • Tiger: Spy in the Jungle
  • Elephant: Spy in the HerdLooking for educational shows on Netflix? We've got over 150+ ideas to help you homeschool...or just for fun! #homeschoolers #homeschooling #netflix #educationalshowsonnetflix #learnwithnetflix #onlinelearning #homeschoolwithtechnology #netflixstreaming
  • Polar Bear: Spy on Ice
  • Dolphins: Spy in the Pod
  • Lions: Spy in the Den
  • Bears: Spy in the Woods
  • Penguins: Spy in the Huddle
  • Blackfish
  • Shark
  • The Lion in Your Living Room
  • A Dog’s Life
  • Tyke: Elephant Outlaw
  • The Crimson Wing
  • Bindi’s Bootcamp
  • Wings of Life
  • Born in China
  • 72 Cutest Animals
  • Growing Up Wild
  • Baby Animals in the Wild
  • Hidden Kingdoms
  • Terra
  • Ghost of the Mountain
  • Virunga
  • 72 Dangerous Animals: Asia
  • The Hunt
  • 72 Dangerous Animals: America
  • Africa’s Deadliest
  • 72 Dangerous Animals: Australia
  • Trek: Spy of the Wildebeest
  • Africa’s Deadliest
  • Leopard Fight Club
  • Animal Fight Night
  • Peculiar Pets
  • Race of LIfe
  • Wild Ones
  • David Attenborough’s Natural Curiosities

    150+ Educational Shows on Netflix

    Animals:

    From the jungle to your backyard, there’s a huge collection of animal-inpired educational shows on Netflix.

    • BBC: Life
    • Tiger: Spy in the Jungle
    • Elephant: Spy in the Herd
    • Polar Bear: Spy on Ice
    • Dolphins: Spy in the Pod
    • Lions: Spy in the Den
    • Looking for educational shows on Netflix? We've got over 150+ ideas to help you homeschool...or just for fun! #homeschoolers #homeschooling #netflix #educationalshowsonnetflix #learnwithnetflix #onlinelearning #homeschoolwithtechnology #netflixstreamingBears: Spy in the Woods
    • Penguins: Spy in the Huddle
    • Blackfish
    • Shark
    • The Lion in Your Living Room
    • A Dog’s Life
    • Tyke: Elephant Outlaw
    • The Crimson Wing
    • Bindi’s Bootcamp

    Earth & Nature :

    From unbelievable natural disasters to the depths of the ocean, there’s plenty for nature-lovers on Netflix.

    • Planet Earth
    • Planet Earth II
    • Blue Planet
    • Frozen Planet
    • Planet Earth: As You’ve Never Seen It
    • A Plastic Ocean
    • Earth’s Natural Wonders
    • Mission Blue
    • World’s Worst Disasters
    • Nature’s Weirdest Events
    • Nature’s Great Events
    • Weird Wonders of the World
    • Forces of Nature
    • Desperate Hours: Witnesses & Survivors
    • Full Force Nature
    • Tornado Hunters

Local Restaurants Offering To-GO Meals For Guest Reluctant To Dine In

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As the COVID-19 (coronavirus) continues to make headlines, even the best-laid plans are up for last-minute changes. Those changes are hitting restaurants hard as they struggle with the effects of reduced travel and government calls to avoid large gatherings.  One local restaurateur we talked with today said he’s lost $25,000 in catering cancellations in just the last couple of days.  So many of the service industry jobs are hourly employees, sent home if business doesn’t dictate the need.

Open Table sent out an email today saying they are seeing sharp declines in  across online reservations, phone reservations, and walk-ins. In the United States and United Kingdom, they see a 20 percent reduction in total seated diners vs. last year.  At the city level, diners are down approximately 45 percent in Seattle, 40 percent in San Francisco, 30 percent in New York, and 25 percent in London, Los Angeles, and Chicago. (All declines cited here are on a year-over-year basis.)

Locally many restaurants are scrambling to react to the market, many offering curbside meals:

 

 

 

 

More from Open Table’s Andrea Johnston, Chief Operating Officer:

To support the restaurants we all love, we’d like to share a few simple things you can do to help your favorite restaurants weather this storm:

  1. If you have a change of plans, please let the restaurant know as soon as possible so they can plan accordingly. Even cancelling the same day is better than not showing up.
  2. Order take-out or delivery. It gives the restaurant business and keeps you well fed. Many restaurants that don’t usually offer these options are making exceptions.
  3. Re-book for a future date—it will give everyone something to look forward to.
  4. Consider purchasing restaurant gift cards if they’re offered.
  5. Tip generously if you can afford it. Tipped workers are some of the first to suffer in times of economic distress.

Event Cancellations due to COVID-19

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As you all know, Governor DeWine announced the ban on events for 100 or more people closings and event cancellations are happening all over town.  We are doing our best to keep up with them,  and will continue to update, but if you know of others not listed, please send us an email.

Dayton Schools- will close after class on Monday for three weeks
DaytonLive- no performances at the Schuster Center, Victoria Theatre, The Loft Theatre, and the PNC Arts Annex
Dayton Rec Centers- closed through April 5th
Funny Bone Comedy Club at The Greene- closed this week, will evaluate further
The Plaza Theater- has cancelled all film showings through March 19th and will evaluate after that
The Little Art Theater- is closed until further notice
2nd Street Market- closed until further notice
Dayton Fashion Week – rescheduled to June 17-20th, 2020
Aullwood Audobon-  will remain closed to the public through Friday, April 3, 2020
Dayton Rotary Club- all activities cancelled for March
Dewberry 1850 –  will be suspending Lunch Buffett and breakfast will be available a la carte only
Dayton Metro Library- all special events are cancelled- but the libraries will remain open
Dayton Womans Club- all events are cancelled for March, lunch service will continue

The following events are NOT happening due to COVID-19 :

Friday, March 13

  • At Last: A Tribute to Etta James & Fundraiser , Middletown – rescheduled to September 4
  • Carroll St. Pat’s Fest – Riverside- canceled  but doing  carryout available Friday
  • Dayton Funny Bone -The Greene
  • Gloria: A Life – Loft Theatre
  • St. Christopher’s Fish Fry -Vandalia
  • Friday Night Flights at Whole Foods are suspended until further notice.
  • Ludlow, the Band- Hotel Gallery in Tipp City
  • Rocking Our Red Pumps- The Brightside

Saturday, March 14

  • Carroll St. Pat’s Fest – Riverside
  • DRUM TAO 2020 – Victoria Theater
  • Jane in Concert – Schuster Center
  • Gloria: A Life -Loft Theatre
  • Glen Helen Association Pancake Breakfast-Yellow Springs
  • Mom2Mom Kids Sale -Tipp City
  • Sweet Spring Marketplace -Mont. Co. Fairgrounds
  • Eureka! Betting on the Boonshoft – canceled, The 50/50 Raffle will be extended. Tickets will be available for purchase online until Saturday, March 21st at 11:59 p.m. and the winner will be announced on Monday, March 23rd. https://buff.ly/2QRZmoW
  • Professional Bull Riders at The Nutter Center – rescheduled to August 15
  • Night Fever- Bee Gees Tribute Band -Middletown – will be rescheduled
  • Irish Club of Dayton St. Patrick’s Day Party
  • Knockout Dayton
  • Chicken & Noodle Dinner at Beaver UCC
  • 24th Auction Gala & Comedy Show Featuring Michelle Wolf- to be rescheduled
  • Rayne Johnson with Thomas Mac- The Brightside
  • Kettering Tot Shop Consignment Sale Canceled- Kettering Rec Center

Sunday, March 15

  • Sweet Spring Marketplace – Mont. Co. Fairgrounds
  • The Price Is Right Live – Schuster Center
  • Gloria: A Life – Loft Theatre
  • Strings and Piano Salon Dayton Philharmonic- postponed- new date TBD
  • The Big Hoopla STEM Challenge
  • Big Hoopla Family Festival Oregon District
  • 3rd Sunday at Front Street

Monday, March 16

  • Story Slam Dayton- Wiley’s Comedy Club

Tuesday, March 17

  • MasterChef Junior Live! -Schuster Center
  • NCAA First Four –
  • Tipp City Arts Council Quarter Auction
  • Dublin Pub- Outdoor Tent have been cancelled- but doors open at 5:30am for inside celebrations
  • Shuttle bus between Dublin Pub and Flannigan’s has been cancelled

Thursday, March 19

  • March 19 Jeff Dunham: Seriously!? -Nutter Center- rescheduled for July 11

Saturday, March 21

  • City of Trotwood Entrepreneur Summit
  • The Music of the Rolling Stones -Schuster – will be rescheduled

Sunday, March 22

  • Bach Society of Dayton concert: Divine
  • Opera Star Recital: Angel Blue -Schuster – will be rescheduled

Friday, March 27

  • Dayton Philharmonic: Alpine Symphony -Schuster – will be rescheduled

Saturday, March 28

  • TWIG 3 Moms Market – canceled
  • Cabbage Roll Dinner -Dayton Liederkranz Turner – now carry out only
  • Dayton Philharmonic: Alpine Symphony -Schuster – will be reschedueld
  • Wright State Arts Gala- cancelled- online auction will happen

 

Sunday, March 29

  • R&B Music Festival – Schuster

Monday, March 30

  • Tipp City Arts Council March Artist Meeting -Rusty Harden Art Studio – canceled

April 1-4 & 15-19 

  • WGI World Championships

April 2-4

  • Erma Bombeck Writer’s Workshop – University of Dayton – rescheduled to Oct. 29-31

Saturday, April 4

  • City of Trotwood Spring Event

Sunday, April 5 

  • Spring Into Health 5K -Kettering
  • Spring Into Health Wellness and Fun Fair -Kettering

Tuesday, April 7

  • URS VIP Bowling Event at Poelking Marian Lanes- rescheduled date TBA

Tuesday, April 14

  • SummitUp 2020 – postponed new date TBA

Saturday, April 18

  • Wright State University International Festival – looking to reschedule

 

So What is Still Open? What Can You Do This Weekend?

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Catch a Movie:

With scaled back seating, most theaters will be open:

 

CINÉPOLIS 
10251 Penny Lane, Miamisburg.  (937) 865-9716

Cinemark Dayton South 16  
195 Mall Woods Drive, West Carrollton, (937) 435-1806

Danbarry Dollar Saver
8300 Lyons Ridge Drive, Miami Township  (937) 291-2680

have scaled back the # of tickets being sold to allow for room between guests
130 E 5th St, Dayton, (937) 222-7469

Rave Cinemas at The Greene
4489 Glengarry Dr ·(937) 429-4130

Regal Fairfield Commons
2651 Fairfield Commons Blvd, Beavercreek (844) 462-7342

The Plaza Theater in Miamisburg and The Little Art Theater in Yellow Springs has suspended showing for now.

Binge Local Podcasts:

Not only do podcasts entertain, inform, and engage you, they’re also great to binge while multitasking. Podcast + mopping the kitchen? No problem. Podcast + walking the dog? Easy. Podcast + julienning veggies? Careful… but definitely possible. Be sure to support local podcasters! We’re sure you can find something that’ll pique your interest in the list below:

Gem City Podcast

New episodes each week that cover local music, arts, politics local business and more

New Dayton 

A podcast that shines a light on the Dayton region.  They chat with small business owners and exciting people that choose to see the good in Dayton. Those that look at Dayton and see a city of opportunity.

What Had Happened Was

Host Amelia Robinson shares the best tales from the Gem City, Land of Funk and Birthplace of Aviation: Dayton, Ohio.

Birthplace of Next

City of Dayton’s podcast where City leaders and officials discuss the latest news, developments and plans that continue to shape Dayton into a livable, innovative and sustainable community.

Ohio Habla

A podcast born out of the oral history project about Latin@s in Ohio, Oral Narratives of Latin@s in Ohio (ONLO). It seeks to amplify the Latin@ experience with interviews in Spanish, English and Spanglish

Nuts for Bucks – An Ohio State Buckeyes Podcast

The Nuts for Bucks podcast is a weekly podcast about all things Ohio State. Mike and Nate are recent graduates of The Ohio State University and are eager to share their knowledge and perspective about the Buckeyes.

Poor Will’s Almanack

Bill Felker’s almanack for Southwest Ohio and beyond features observations and reflections on the natural world.

The Digital Concert Hall now free for everyone

The Philharmonie Berlin is closed until 19 April to help contain the coronavirus. But the orchestra will continue to play for you – in the Digital Concert Hall. The Berliner Philharmoniker invite you to visit their virtual concert hall free of charge. Log on to the Digital Concert Hall ticket page with the code BERLINPHIL and use the Digital Concert Hall free of charge for 30 days. Cancellation is not required. The latest date for redeeming the code is Tuesday, 31 March 2020

Decoy Art Center

3491 Dayton-Xenia Rd Beavercreek  (937) 431-4838
Looking for something to do while we all avoid each other? Get a To-Go kit! Acrylic or Glaze, we can set you up for a creative time at home.

Use the Dayton Metro Library Digital Access

In addition to audio titles, Dayton Metro Library’s digital collection includes downloadable or streaming TV shows and movies through Hoopla, eBooks through OverDrive, and digital magazines through RBdigital – all accessible at DaytonMetroLibrary.org.   Use their access to Lynda.com to take online classes and tutorials.

Individuals who do not already have a Dayton Metro Library card and PIN can get an eCard online for immediate access to the digital collection.  http://www.daytonmetrolibrary.org/register

12 Famous Museums Offer Virtual Tours 

Going into a self-quarantine can have many complex issues and complications beyond having enough food and supplies for two weeks. In terms of entertainment, it also probably means you’re in for a lot of boredom, a lot of Netflix, and a lot of browsing the internet.

But there is a way to get a little culture and education while you’re confined to your home. According to Fast Company, Google Arts & Culture teamed up with over 500 museums and galleries around the world to bring anyone and everyone virtual tours and online exhibits of some of the most famous museums around the world..

The next few weeks are going to be a challenge. It’s going to be hard on kids being away from school. It’s going to be a challenge and huge change for working parents, and even the caregivers home with these little ones during the day – unsure what’s safe to participate in during the break.

McHarper Manor Free Art Tutorials


Beginning next week, our studio will be going live daily with free art & craft tutorials to create at home with your kids! We’ll have shopping lists (with links to the supplies you can order from Amazon) to have on-hand to complete the projects with us! We hope this helps the parents, grandparents, nannies, and in home providers to still have something fun to do with these little guys, and something exciting to look forward to during a time that can be quite overwhelming for kids. Art is therapy, friends! And if there was ever a time for it, it’s now!
Link to supply lists: https://www.mcharpermanor.com/blog

Eat at Local Restaurants

Coronavirus is not known to be transmitted through food, but hard surfaces – utensils, menus, salt and pepper shakers, condiments, door handles, tables – can be contaminated by droplets. So, throughout your meal, each time you touch something –the menu while ordering or the ketchup bottle when loading up your burger – avoid touching your face or eating until you wash your hands or rub them with hand sanitizer. Taking precautions, you can continue to dine out with fairly minimal risk, say health departments officials.

But that recommendation does not apply to people in high-risk groups who are being advised by the CDC to avoid crowds.  Older people and those with underlying conditions in areas where the virus is spreading should take steps to keep their distance from others and stay home as much as possible.

Is delivery less risky than dining out?

The short answer is yes. The CDC is advising people at high risk in outbreak areas to have food brought to the house by family members, friends or delivery services.

A number of services including Grub Hub and DoorDash are letting customers request that deliveries be left on the doorstep to limit exposure even more.  “The restaurant industry is really prepared for this. Because of influenza, norovirus, hepatitis A and other viruses, they spend a lot of time thinking about this in the restaurant industry,” Chapman says. “A lot of thought has been put into regulations and operating procedures,” says Larry Lynch, senior vice president of certification and operations for the National Restaurant Association.

Shop Local

As more and more people choose to stay at home (with their money) during the coronavirus outbreak, supporting some of the community’s most vulnerable small businesses will allow them to  remain open and keep their employees working.

Buy a gift card
“As a promise to return to support them, purchase gift cards to your favorite local shops and restaurants. This puts money in the pocket of your favorite storeowner today to help them cover operating expenses and to help assure a strong tomorrow.”

Shop online – Many retailers have online shops. Use this time to check out their online offerings.  Some shops that don’t offer online shopping are happy to take an order over the phone and have it delivered to you during this time – so don’t hesitate to ask!”

 

Schuster Center, Victoria Theatre, The Loft Theatre & PNC Arts Annex – closed until further notice

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Governor DeWine has issued an executive order to cancel gatherings of 100 or more people throughout the state of Ohio. Dayton Live – operators of the Schuster Center, Victoria Theatre, The Loft Theatre, and the PNC Arts Annex – is following this order immediately. Dayton Live is currently working to reschedule upcoming performances, including presentations by Dayton Live, Dayton Ballet, Dayton Opera, Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra, The Human Race Theatre Company, and any promoters renting the buildings. We will provide more details about what to do with your tickets as soon as possible. In the meantime, do not come to the Schuster Center, Victoria Theatre, The Loft Theatre, or the PNC Arts Annex as they are closed until further notice. The Arts Garage will remain open for business.

We’ll be providing updates directly by email, on our website at DaytonLive.org, on Facebook at @DaytonLive365, on Instagram at @DaytonLive365, and on Twitter at @DaytonLive365.

If you have tickets to a performance, we will be in contact with you via email with your options as soon as we can. Please be patient as there are many performances to be addressed.

We appreciate the leadership of our public officials and will continue to monitor the situation to ensure the health and well-being of our patrons, artists, staff, and volunteers.

UpDayton Call For Community Input on Needs Assessment

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UpDayton, an organization known as a launchpad for volunteer-powered community projects, is looking to determine how the organization could best serve the Dayton community. As part of this strategic planning process, UpDayton is launching a survey to collect input from the community and organizational stakeholders. If you’d like to provide your input, you can take the survey here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/QRPL273

 

Some of the core considerations for UpDayton over the coming year include: defining community needs that UpDayton is equipped to address, funding for the organization’s administrative costs, and sustainable transitions. UpDayton’s current director, Lauren White, will transition from her director position to a project support staff role, solely working with the 2019 summit project winners, effective March 13, 2020.  Lauren’s achievements as director include launching the UpDayton Incubator Program and improving organizational processes, as well as defining possibilities for the organization’s future.

“It has been incredibly rewarding to support such passionate, community change-makers in my capacity as director,” said Lauren White. “One thing is for sure, there’s a whole lot more happening in Dayton than in 2008 when UpDayton began, and that’s something we can all celebrate.”

UpDayton’s focus has gradually shifted over time as the issues Dayton faces, and the awareness around them, have evolved.

“In the early years of UpDayton, Summit winning projects included things like mural painting, highlighting points of interest and walkability in Downtown Dayton, and creating Dayton bucket lists. While they contributed positively to the city, we’ve seen a shift in the last four years, with winning projects geared towards tremendous social impact and change,” said Jason Benning, UpDayton board chair.

 

In response to the community’s interests, UpDayton recently has focused on grassroots projects that create social change. The Longest Table, held over 10 meals, inviting over 2,000 Daytonians to not only break bread with each other, but also break down racial and economic divides.  The Reading Park Project focused on eliminating book deserts along the Salem Avenue Corridor. Participatory Defense provides people facing charges, their families, and their communities with a deeper understanding of the justice process, and assists them in preparing for meetings with their attorney, court dates, etc.

Daytonians of today seem to feel more empowered than ever, and have more tools and programs at their disposal. Dayton is now home to new co-op programs, a growing start-up community, and new incubator programs.

With all of these changes in mind, UpDayton is re-evaluating how it fits into the Dayton community. One thing that has remained constant is that UpDayton provides a platform for anyone to share their idea to make Dayton a better place.

 

Stuck at Home? Dayton Metro Library Offers Online Solutions!

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As schools and colleges cancel in-person classes, and businesses reduce hours or access in an effort to contain the spread of the COVID-19 virus, more people are likely to find themselves at home in the coming days and weeks. Dayton Metro Library has links to reliable resources, as well as updates on Library services, atDaytonMetroLibrary.org/covid-19.

 

“Dayton Metro Library will follow guidelines and best practices as recommended by peer Libraries around the country, as well as local, state and federal health officials,” said Tim Kambitsch, Executive Director. “We will continue to monitor the situation for updates and will remain flexible in our response as more information is provided.”

 

Whether you’re quarantined for Coronavirus, or home with the flu, Dayton Metro Library’s website has resources you can easily access online, anytime. These FREE resources are accessible with a Dayton Metro Library card and PIN at DaytonMetroLibrary.org. Those who do not already have a DML card can get an eCard online and have instant access to these digital materials.

 

Have students at home?

Dayton Metro Library offers many homework help tools and resources for learning online, for young learners through secondary school and beyond. HelpNow from Brainfuse, features lessons in many subject areas, quizzes and practice tests, and live one-on-one tutoring from 2:00-11:00 p.m. weekdays. Tumble Books, for grades K-6, features animated stories, chapter book read-alongs, games and more, designed to build reading, math and literacy skills in grades K-6.

 

 

Working from home?

Online tools for current events, business and finance can support those working from home. Access local, state and national newspapers, including same-day Dayton Daily News and New York Times. Online tools for business and finance include Morningstar and Reference USA.

 

Those working from home may also want to explore free, web-based meeting options for small group collaboration. These are not Dayton Metro Library services; DML staff cannot facilitate their use or offer tech support. Please visit each site for information, options, and requirements.

Free Hosted Meeting Platforms:

Personal Video Chat/Conference Solutions:

 

 

Bored?

Now’s the time to teach yourself those skills you’ve wanted to learn! Lynda.com from LinkedIn Learning offers expert-led courses and tutorials in technology, business and creative skills. Why not learn a new language with Mango Languages or Transparent Language?

 

It might be the best time to simply enjoy a good book, watch movies, binge on TV shows, or listen to music. Downloadable ebooks and audiobooks are available through Overdrive. Hoopla offers streaming television shows, movies and music.RBDigital provides a vast collection of current, popular magazines, and film buffs will never be bored with the collection of classic, independent and world cinema through Kanopy.

Nominate Outstanding Preservations by Mar. 31

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Preservation Dayton, Inc. (PDI) is accepting nominations for outstanding individuals businesses, or organizations that have contributed to PDI’s mission to promote, protect, and enhance greater Dayton’s architectural heritage, its setting, and its contributions to the region’s quality of life. Awards will recognize and celebrate historic preservation leaders in the following categories:

Dayton historic neighborhoods—Recognizes an outstanding preservationist in each of Dayton’s officially designated historic neighborhoods
At-large—Outstanding preservationist(s) for the greater Dayton region
Life time achievement—A major contributor to preservation causes over multiple decades

Please submit nominations (click the link for nomination forms) no later than Tuesday, March 31, 2020 by email or postal mail: [email protected] | Preservation Dayton, Inc. P.O. Box 3614 Dayton, Ohio 45401

Originally founded in 1983 as the Dayton Area Coalition of Historic Neighborhoods, the predecessor organization to PDI, innumerable members and leaders have been champions and advocates for the Dayton region’s historic communities and built environment.

McCoy on Movies: Wendy

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Peter Pan and friends endure a terribly boring
and uninteresting adventure in Wendy

Titular character Wendy (Devin France) and Peter Pan (Yashua Mack) prepare to fly in a scene from director Behn Zeitlin’s imaginative re-envisioning of J.M. Barrie’s story about children who never grow up in WENDY. Credit: Photo courtesy of Searchlight Pictures © 2020 Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation. All rights reserved.


WATCH THE TRAILER(S) HERE:




KEY CAST MEMBERS: Devin France, Yashua Mack, Gage Naquin, Gavin Naquin, Ahmad Cage, Krzysztof Meyn, Romryi Ross and Shay WalkerDIRECTOR(S): Behn Zeitlin

THE BACK STORY: A wildly different take on previous Peter Pan productions, Wendy stars Devin France as the titular character. Wendy, along with her two brothers Douglas and James (played by real life brothers Gage and Gavin Naquin), is a young child who we are first introduced to inside of the greasy spoon where their mother (Shay Walker) works. When the trio of siblings were younger, their friend Thomas (Krzysztof Meyn) went off on a train and was never seen again. 


Curious as to what happened, Wendy and her brothers one night sneak off when the train reappears. That is how they meet a young boy named Peter (Yashua Mack) who leads them on a journey to a mysterious island where children never age – as long as they believe in the island and “Mother,” a glowing whale-like sea creature that serves as the heart and soul of the island. The children enjoy their stay at the beginning, playing from sunrise to sunset … But they have no idea what awaits them as their extended stay turns into a life-changing experience, provided Wendy can get her family home once again.

THE REVIEW: In contention for both the most imaginative and worst movie of 2020 thus far, Wendy is at best wild and weird and at worst boring and grandiose.How can you take a classic for most and, at the very least, extremely familiar, story and turn it into a nearly 2 hour epic with no audience? Well, if you’re co-writer and director Behn Zeitlin (Beasts of the Southern Wild), you (1) take a children’s tale and make it geared towards an adult audience as you (2) have underperforming young actors recite (3) inane dialogue whilst (4) telling your story at an extremely methodical pace (5) too slow for children and too (6) plodding for adults. The movie is an art house take on a classic children’s story that is too artistic for anyone to be as entertained as the is it by itself.

While some will praise (or at the very least, commend) Zeitlin for his progressive thinking in his casting, a Caribbean Peter Pan with a distinct patois is something you’ll either be on board with or not. Likewise, the Pan character as portrayed in Wendy is both aloof and self-absorbed and less a compelling figure as much as he is a necessary conduit to arrive at various story points. (And not to criticize a child’s acting, but given that this is a critique, there are times Mack does not seem like the best choice for Zeitlin’s vision.)

Likewise, the older actors feel like last-minute replacements in their limited roles that match their limited acting skills. In addition, the new “mother” figure in the film – a deep sea creature that serves as the heart of the mythical island that Peter literally calls Mother – is a terrible metaphor for childhood/innocence and a lousy replacement for the role Wendy has in Barrie’s work. There are several plot discrepancies tied to the creature, which is a lot like the movie itself: An interesting but hodgepodge albatross that underdeveloped and misrepresentative of whatever it is supposed to represent.

Given the nearly decrepit pace the story moves at – coupled with the odd camera choices – Mack is the least of the film’s problems. Whereas Wendy aims to be ambitious, it often comes off as forced, odd for the sake of odd and at worst, completely non-compelling. It simply exists for its own sake with payoffs coming off so heavy-handed there is no inherent intrigue other than seeing how it ends.

These are all the reasons that Wendy is better off, like the Lost Boys themselves, staying missing from your movie viewing queue.

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

 

Victoria Theatre Association, and Ticket Center Stage are now DAYTON LIVE!

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In a major event for the Dayton Arts Community theVictoria Theatre Association’s President and CEO, Ty Sutton, and the VTA Board of Trustees hosted an Open House Event this evening announcing a new name and brand for the organization (Dayton Live) and new website, (DaytonLive.org) as well as the 2020-2021 Premier Health Broadway in Dayton season.  By placing Dayton in our name, we are reinforcing that Dayton is a regional arts and entertainment destination for southwest Ohio and beyond.


“Dayton Live evokes the energy of live events while boldly declaring that our thriving downtown community is the region’s home for arts, culture and entertainment,” said Sutton. “After months of research and conversation with our audience, we found our brand didn’t really reflect the many activities we promote or venues we operate as an organization. Dayton Live is a vibrant brand under which all of our venues and community partners will be able to grow.”  

President and CEO, Ty Sutton

Our commitment to these venues and the arts in Dayton is stronger than ever. The historic Victoria Theatre will always be at the heart of who we are and why we exist. We are honoring that legacy, and we are not changing the venue names.

 

MISSION:  The mission of Dayton Live is to strengthen community engagement in the arts through inspiring performances, educational opportunities, and world-class venues.

VISION: Dayton Live elevates a thriving downtown experience as the primary host and presenter for performing arts in the region.

“The most significant part of this rebranding process is the launch of a new website that marries the former TicketCenterStage.com ticketing website with VictoriaTheatre.com,” continued Sutton. “Ticket buyers are now able to easily search DaytonLive.org by performance name, presenting organization, art form, or date. As a result, they will quickly discover all the fabulous live arts and entertainment experiences and education programs available at the Schuster Center, Victoria Theatre, PNC Arts Annex, and The Loft Theatre – all on one website. You can now select seats with the view from seat functionality, make donations to any of the presenting organizations represented, exchange subscription seats, or even add seats – all on DaytonLive.org – 24/7 on your mobile phone, tablet, or desktop computer.”

 

2020-2021 Premier Health Broadway in Dayton Lineup

COME FROM AWAY

October 6–11, 2020 – Schuster Center

Broadway’s COME FROM AWAY is a Best Musical winner all across North America! This New York Times Critics’ Pick takes you into the heart of the remarkable true story of 7,000 stranded passengers and the small town in Newfoundland that welcomed them. Cultures clashed, and nerves ran high, but uneasiness turned into trust, music soared into the night, and gratitude grew into enduring friendships. Don’t miss this breathtaking new musical written by Tony® nominees Irene Sankoff and David Hein and helmed by this year’s Tony®-winning Best Director Christopher Ashley. On 9/11, the world stopped.  On 9/12, their stories moved us all.

ANASTASIA

November 3-8, 2020 – Schuster Center

The romantic and adventure-filled new musical ANASTASIA is at home in Dayton at last! This dazzling show will transport you from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the euphoria of Paris in the 1920s, as a brave young woman sets out on a journey to discover the mystery of her past.

 

 

MEAN GIRLS

November 24–29, 2020 – Schuster Center

Featuring a book by Tina Fey, MEAN GIRLS tells the story of a naïve newbie who falls prey to a trio of lionized frenemies. Entertainment Weekly calls it “A MARVEL: dazzling and hilarious!” and USA Today says, “We’ll let you in on a little secret because we’re such good friends: GET YOUR TICKETS NOW!”

 

 

 

JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR

January 12– 17, 2021 – Schuster Center

Jesus Christ Superstar is an iconic musical phenomenon with a worldwide fan base. In celebration of its 50th anniversary, a new mesmerizing production comes to North America. Originally staged by London’s Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre, this production won the 2017 Olivier Award for Best Musical Revival. Featuring award-winning music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyrics by Tim Rice, this legendary score reflects the rock roots that defined a generation.

FIDDLER ON THE ROOF

February 9–14, 2021 – Schuster Center

Tony®-winning director Bartlett Sher brings his fresh take on a beloved masterpiece to life as FIDDLER ON THE ROOF begins a North American tour direct from Broadway. A wonderful cast and a lavish orchestra tell this heartwarming story of fathers and daughters, husbands and wives, and the timeless traditions that define faith and family.To love! To life!

 

 

THE BAND’S VISIT

March 9–14, 2021 – Schuster Center

The critically acclaimed smash-hit Broadway musical THE BAND’S VISIT is the winner of 10 Tony Awards®, including Best Musical, making it one of the most Tony®-winning musicals in history.  It is also a Grammy Award® winner for Best Musical Theater Album. With a score that seduces your soul and sweeps you off your feet, and featuring thrillingly talented onstage musicians, THE BAND’S VISIT rejoices in the way music makes us laugh, makes us cry, and ultimately, brings us together.  

 

 

Disney’s THE LION KING

May 6–23, 2021 – Schuster Center

More than 100 million people around the world have experienced the phenomenon of Disney’s THE LION KING, and now you can, too, when Dayton’s best-loved musical returns to the Schuster Center. Winner of six Tony Awards®, including Best Musical, this landmark musical event brings together one of the most imaginative creative teams on Broadway. Tony Award®-winning director Julie Taymor brings to life a story filled with hope and adventure set against an amazing backdrop of stunning visuals. THE LION KING also features some of Broadway’s most recognizable music, crafted by Tony Award®-winning artists Elton John and Tim Rice. There is simply nothing else like THE LION KING.

2020-2021 Projects Unlimited Star Attractions

(as of March 10, 2020, more to be added later)

CIRQUE DREAMS HOLIDAZE

December 21-24 & 26-27, 2020 – Victoria Theatre

CIRQUE DREAMS HOLIDAZE lights up the holiday season with its popular and electrifying stage spectacular The New York Daily News proclaims a “delicious confection of charm, sparkle, and talent by the sleigh load.” Broadway director Neil Goldberg has searched the world to assemble the unique cast of incomparable cirque artists and theatrical talent to wow audiences nationwide. Over 300 imaginative costumes, 20 astonishing world-class acts, the finest singers, original music, and seasonal favorites that celebrate Thanksgiving, Chanukah, Christmas and the New Year – all in a 2-hour breathtaking spectacle. Audiences of all ages will marvel at soaring acrobatics, gravity-defying feats, and extravagant theatrical production numbers the Boston Globe hails as “entrancing… Las Vegas meets family entertainment.” Experience this unique multi-million-dollar live stage production that dazzled at the Kennedy Center, sparkled at the Grand Ole Opry House, and BroadwayWorld calls “the perfect holiday gift… a show that everyone will enjoy.”

STOMP

April 9-11, 2021 – Victoria Theatre

STOMP is explosive, provocative, sophisticated, sexy, utterly unique and appeals to audiences of all ages. The international percussion sensation has garnered an armful of awards and rave reviews and has appeared on numerous national television shows. The eight-member troupe uses everything but conventional percussion instruments – matchboxes, wooden poles, brooms, garbage cans, Zippo lighters, hubcaps – to fill the stage with magnificent rhythms. The return of the percussive hit also brings some new surprises, with some sections of the show now updated and restructured and the addition of two new full-scale routines, utilizing props like tractor tire inner tubes and paint cans. As USA Today says, “STOMP finds beautiful noises in the strangest places.” STOMP. See what all the noise is about.

Season Ticket Holders get the Perks!

Season Tickets to the 2020-2021 Premier Health Broadway in Dayton Season are on sale now at DaytonLive.org.  Dayton Live Season Ticket Holders receive numerous benefits to make their theatre-going experience easy and enjoyable.

Season Ticket Holders can:

  • Exchange tickets to another date of the same show title (as long as it is done at least 24 hours before the ticketed performance) at DaytonLive.org without being charged a fee. 
  • Swap tickets to a Premier Health Broadway in Dayton shows for extra tickets to another title on the series or tickets to one of the Project Unlimited Star Attractions.
  • Utilize Dayton Live’s new 6-month payment plan. Reserve seats with a $100 deposit. The balance is due July 6, 2020.
  • Reserve the best available seats at a savings of up to 20% and no processing fees.
  • Receive advance notifications to purchase other shows presented by Dayton Live.
  • Purchase discounted parking for their series at $2 off each park

To renew or purchase Season Tickets for the 2020-2021 Premier Health Broadway in Dayton Season, call or visit the Dayton Live Ticket Office, or for convenient 24/7 access, visit DaytonLive.org.

For more information about the Dayton Live rebrand, DaytonLive.org, the 2020-2021 Premier Health Broadway in Dayton Season or the rest of the 2019-2020 Season, visit DaytonLive.org.

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Dayton Live is a not-for-profit arts organization that receives funding from a variety of public and private sources, including corporations, foundations, individuals, the Montgomery County Arts and Cultural District, and the Ohio Arts Council (OAC). Dayton Live programs are made possible in part by state tax dollars allocated by the Ohio Legislature to OAC, a state agency that funds and supports quality arts experiences to strengthen Ohio communities culturally, educationally, and economically. Dayton Live is the official ticketing outlet for events at the Schuster Center, Victoria Theatre, PNC Arts Annex, and The Loft Theatre.

A Brand-New Website- DaytonLive.org

“The most significant part of this rebranding process is the launch of a new website that marries the former TicketCenterStage.com ticketing website with VictoriaTheatre.com,” continued Sutton. “Ticket buyers are now able to easily search DaytonLive.org by performance name, presenting organization, art form, or date. As a result, they will quickly discover all the fabulous live arts and entertainment experiences and education programs available at the Schuster Center, Victoria Theatre, PNC Arts Annex, and The Loft Theatre – all on one website. You can now select seats with the view from seat functionality, make donations to any of the presenting organizations represented, exchange subscription seats, or even add seats – all on DaytonLive.org – 24/7 on your mobile phone, tablet, or desktop computer.”

 

 

WEBSITE: DaytonLive.org

    • To better serve the community, help people understand who we are, and evoke the energy of live events, Victoria Theatre Association, and Ticket Center Stage merged brands to become Dayton Live. The names Victoria Theatre Association and Ticket Center Stage don’t reflect everything we do and all the venues we operate: The Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center, Victoria Theatre, The Loft Theatre, PNC Arts Annex, and The Arts Garage.
    • Our commitment to these venues and the arts in Dayton is stronger than ever. The historic Victoria Theatre will always be at the heart of who we are and why we exist. We are honoring that legacy, and we are not changing the venue names.
    • By placing Dayton in our name, we are reinforcing that Dayton is a regional arts and entertainment destination for southwest Ohio and beyond.

Trombonist, Robin Eubanks to Jazz up the Hayner

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Trombonist, Robin Eubanks will be performing at the Hayner on Saturday, March 21 at 7:00 pm. Eubanks is a multiple-Grammy winning premier jazz trombonist of our generation. He regularly performs with Mental Images, EB3, The SF Jazz Collective and the Dave Holland Quintet and Big Band. Eubanks toured Italy, Poland, Netherlands, Switzerland, Croatia, Serbia and the UK in 2019 alone. His compositions and arrangements are valued at colleges and universities throughout the United States and have been performed and recorded by many outstanding American Jazz bands. Mr. Eubanks taught at Oberlin College for over 20 years as the tenured Professor of Jazz Trombone and Jazz Composition. He also taught at Berklee College of Music, the New England Conservatory and the Prince Claus Conservatoire in the Netherlands.

On March 21st at 7 pm, you will have the opportunity to hear this amazing trombonist at a free concert in the Hayner Ballroom. The Keigo Hirakawa Trio will back him up on piano, stand-up bass and drums. Hirakawa will also conduct a pre-concert interview to introduce us to the performer. Come early to learn about Robin Eubanks, his history in music, his musical family, his inspiration and his life-long pursuit of excellence in Jazz.

This concert is offered free to the public because of the support of its proud citizens. It is funded through a local tax levy of the Troy City School District and many generous gifts to the Friends of Hayner. For more information regarding these free events and to receive a complete listing of events taking place at the Hayner Center, please call 339-0457 or visit our website at www.TroyHayner.org for complete details.

Dayton at Work and Play: Charlie Campbell

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Walking the halls of Front Street on a weekday morning, and things are fairly quiet. The art galleries are closed and the artists are working in their studios. Then I follow the sound of accordion music and find Charlie Campbell. Charlie and his wife recently sold their Oakwood home and moved to a downtown apartment. He’s using a small space at Front Street as an accordion practice area.

Years ago, when I had my first solo exhibition in Dayton, Charlie played his accordion at the opening. People probably enjoyed Charlie’s personality and his music more than they enjoyed my photos. I visited Charlie at Front Street to thank him because he’s doing the same thing again. Charlie will play the accordion at the opening of “In The Neighborhood” featuring my photos from 66 Dayton neighborhoods and Doug Fiely’s paintings inspired by scenes from Dayton’s neighborhoods. The show opens at K12 Gallery and TEJAS (341 South Jefferson) Thursday, April 2, 6:30 to 8:30.

Many of you know Charlie as one of Dayton’s biggest boosters. Each week he sends his online newsletter “It’s Great in Dayton” to more than 7,000 people. If you’d like to get the newsletter, go to http://www.greatdayton.com/

Take the RTA Survey!

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The Greater Dayton RTA wants to connect with its customers to hear their views on service. The agency is seeking input through an online survey administered by the American Bus Benchmarking Group (ABBG). The survey period begins March 9, and remains open through April 5. Those who participate will be entered for a chance to win prizes, including free rides for a year on the RTA.

 

 

As a member, ABBG provides RTA a forum to engage with other mid-sized bus organizations in America to learn from each other by comparing performance, sharing experiences, and identifying best practices. RTA partners with the ABBG and its customer satisfaction survey to see how it compares to other transit agencies around the country and to find new ways to improve its customer experience.

“The ABBG customer satisfaction survey gives our customers a chance to tell us what we are doing well and point out areas where we could improve,” said Brandon Policicchio, Chief Customer and Business Development Officer for the RTA. “We rely on the survey results to fine tune our services and offer the best possible experience for members of our community.”

The survey is available online at iriderta.org/survey starting March 9, and is available in three languages: English, Spanish, and Chinese. All community members who utilize RTA’s fixed-route services are encouraged to take the survey. As an incentive, the RTA will randomly award a 31-Day pass to one participant each week during the survey period, along with one grand prize award of free rides for an entire year at the survey’s conclusion.

Remarkable Jazz Duo Returns to The Brightside!

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I run into lots of folks who have been missing the jazz offerings at Gilly’s, or the listening room vibe at Canal Street Tavern. At The Brightside Music & Event Venue, we are hosting an upcoming performance that is just for those missing those powerful, intimate performances. Jennifer Hartswick & Nicholas Cassarino Duo, are a  truly remarkable jazz duo that you don’t want to miss!

The Brightside is thrilled to host this duo, who are back after popular demand! Last year they moved our audience to tears with their powerful jazz-fusion originals featuring Jennifer’s beautiful voice and trumpet accompaniment, along with Nick’s masterful, and even sexy, guitar work. Blues guitarist Steven Gregory, kicks off this exclusive performance.  He wowed local audiences during the recent Dayton Battle of the Bands, earning himself a spot in the finals.

Jennifer’s live performances are renowned as spontaneous, joyful and contagious. Her natural charisma and sincerity shines through, and each performance is a celebration of musical collaboration. And whether she is wailing on the trumpet or singing an intimate vocal solo, her performance is all part of a single seamless instrument, one that is played not only with astounding technical proficiency, but also with sensitivity, conviction and heart. Hartswick is an original member of the Trey Anastasio Band and has recorded/shared the stage with Herbie Hancock, Phish, Christian McBride, Tom Petty, Aaron Neville, Carlos Santana, The Rolling Stones, Big Gigantic, Dave Matthews and countless others.

Nicholas Cassarino was born in Vermont into a musical family. He started singing publicly at age 5 and at age 11 began playing guitar. Through the genres of punk rock, classic rock, and folk he began studying jazz. The doors of jazz opened him up to classical, gospel, soul, hip-hop, funk, and music from around the world. In 2013 he formed his current touring outfit The Nth Power with Nikki Glaspie (Beyonce) and Nate Edgar (John Browns Body). They have been touring nationally and internationally since 2014 and have released an ep, full length studio album, live album, and will release a new studio album in the fall of 2018.

How to Go?

Tuesday March 10, 2020

The Brightside Music & Event Venue (905 E 3rd St, Dayton).

Doors 7pm. Show 7:30pm.

Pre-Sale Tickets $15: https://www.soundvalleydayton.com/events/jennifer-hartswick-nick-cassarino-duo

Day of Show $18.

All ages welcome. Handicapped accessible. On site parking.