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Free Drive In Concert with Stranger

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Join The Mall at Fairfield Commons as we kickoff Fall with a FREE socially-distanced Drive-In Concert with the local favorite 80s cover band, Stranger!

Families and friends can stay in their car and listen on an FM station, or they can bring chairs and sit outside, as long as they stay within their designated parking spot.

Food trucks will be on site and the mall will have portable bathrooms available. We ask that you stay within your parking spot for the duration of the event except when in line for food or the bathroom.

The event will take place in our front parking lot by the outside restaurants. Event parking will begin at 6:00PM.J

Decompress Peacefully With QiGong-An Ancient Healing Art That Strengthens Mind and Body

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QiGong is an ancient healing art that strengthens mind and body by increasing the supply and flow of qi – energy / breath throughout the body.  Unprecedented times show us where we are “power-less” – Qigong shows us where we are powerful. We may not be able to heal the world – but we can heal our internal world with simple yet powerful movements that, with continued practice, can help lower blood pressure, improve balance, stimulate internal organs and bodily systems and generally pave a way to a healthier and happier you.

Decompress peacefully with us by practicing this healing art at the lovely Secret Eden Pavilion.  Qi Gong is a series of very easy flow exercises that will help cultivate your breath and revitalize your qi or energy. It is easily adaptable to all health levels – and can even be done sitting a chair as needed for balance.

KAJILLIONAIRE Opens, Honoring RBG, and Big Titles Coming To The Neon

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We’ve lost an amazing woman and a marvelous judge on the Supreme Court, and we want to honor her achievements by bringing back the hit documentary RBG to the big screen for a handful of special screenings.  This return engagement will start Friday!
Additionally, we will open Miranda July’s new film – KAJILLIONAIRE – starring Evan Rachel Wood, Debra Winger, Richard Jenkins and Gina Rodriguez.  The pictures below are a couple photos that I quickly snapped while at Sundance in January.  Miranda has a unique and fascinating voice as a filmmaker and storyteller, and this quirky film is full of surprises.  If you’re a person who still listens to and loves vinyl, you can enter our contest to win a lovely vinyl soundtrack from this film by posting a picture of your favorite soundtrack on your facebook or instagram page and tagging @neonmovies.
Lastly, in our Virtual Cinema, we just added the wonderful documentary OLIVER SACKS: HIS OWN LIFE, and on Friday, we’ll add a touchingly beautiful film THE ARTIST’S WIFE starring Lena Olin and Bruce Dern.
I’ve got some fun news about what’s coming down the road for in-person engagements.  Next Friday, we will open SAVE YOURSELVES! – a hit from this year’s Sundance.  On Oct. 9, we’ll open both ON THE ROCKS from Sofia Coppola (with Bill Murray!) and THE TRIAL OF THE CHICAGO 7 from Aaron Sorkin!
As a reminder…tickets for STEVIE NICKS 24 KARAT GOLD THE CONCERT are on sale now.  Current scheduled shows are for Wednesday, Oct. 21 at 7:00 and Sunday, Oct. 25 at 1:00 and 7:00.
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New Bookings for In-Person Screenings:
Synopsis for KAJILLIONAIRE: “From acclaimed writer/director Miranda July comes a profoundly moving and wildly original comedy. Con-artists Theresa (Debra Winger) and Robert (Richard Jenkins) have spent 26 years training their only daughter, Old Dolio (Evan Rachel Wood), to swindle, scam, and steal at every opportunity. During a desperate, hastily conceived heist, they charm a stranger (Gina Rodriguez) into joining their next scam, only to have their entire world turned upside down.” (Focus Features) Click the image below to visit the film’s official site.
Synopsis for RBG: We’ve lost a true American hero, and we’re celebrating her life by bringing back the fantastic documentary about her life! “At the age of 85, U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg had developed a lengthy legal legacy while becoming an unexpected pop culture icon. But the unique personal journey of her rise to the nation’s highest court has been largely unknown, even to some of her biggest fans – until now. RBG explores Ginsburg’s life and career.” (Magnolia Pictures) Click the image below to watch the film’s trailer.
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New in our Virtual Cinema:
Synopsis for OLIVER SACKS: HIS OWN LIFE: “This wonderful documentary explores the life and work of the legendary neurologist and storyteller, as he shares intimate details of his battles with drug addiction, homophobia, and a medical establishment that accepted his work only decades after the fact. Sacks was a fearless explorer of unknown mental worlds who helped redefine our understanding of the brain and mind, the diversity of the human experience, and our shared humanity.” (Zeitgeist Films) VARIETY wrote, “A portrait of the poetic neurologist of AWAKENINGS, shot at the end of his life, [which] takes a tender and thrilling look at the sacred demons that drove him.” Click the image below to watch the trailer and gain 72 hour access for $12.
Synopsis for THE ARTIST’S WIFE: Available starting September 25! “Claire (Lena Olin) lives a domestic life in the Hamptons as the wife of celebrated artist Richard Smythson (Bruce Dern). Once a promising painter herself, Claire now lives in the shadow of her husband’s illustrious career. While preparing work for his final show, Richard’s moods become increasingly erratic, and he is diagnosed with dementia. As his memory and behavior deteriorate, she shields his condition from the art community while trying to reconnect him with his estranged daughter and grandson from a previous marriage. Challenged by the loss of her world as she knew it, Claire must now decide whether to stand with Richard on the sidelines or step into the spotlight herself.” Click the image below to pre-order 72 hour access to the film for $12.  You can watch the trailer HERE.
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Continuing in our Virtual Cinema:
Synopsis for BLACKBIRD: Susan Sarandon, Kate Winslet, Sam Neill, Mia Wasikowska, Rainn Wilson and Lindsay Duncan star in this festival favorite! “Unresolved feelings surface when a mother summons her family for one final reunion as she looks to end her battle with a terminal illness.” Click on the image below to view the trailer and order access to the film.
Synopsis for ETERNAL BEAUTY: “When Jane (Sally Hawkins) is dumped at the altar she has a breakdown and spirals into a chaotic world, where love (both real and imagined) and family relationships collide with both touching and humorous consequences.” Click the image below to order access to the film.
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Wanna know what’s coming down the road in our virtual cinema? (Click any title to watch that film’s trailer.)  On October 2, we’ll open the award-winning coming-of-age film ONCE UPON A RIVER as well as a new documentary with Ohio connections – THE DISRUPTED. A really wonderful documentary – SAUL AND RUBY’S HOLOCAUST SURVIVOR BAND will open on Oct. 7, and on Oct. 9, we’ll have a film that art lovers will adore – AGGIE – a film about philanthropist Agnes Gund. On Oct 14, we’ll begin a film called MY NAME IS PEDRO – an inspiring documentary about a teacher and how transformative a teacher can be to the community at large. More to come!
Next Saturday, Oct. 3 from 11:00am until 4:00pm, many businesses in downtown Dayton will have a Sidewalk Sale.  We decided to join in this time with the help of some friends.  We’ll have our popcorn available for folks who would rather not come inside…and we’ve invited Pink Moon Goods to come set up shop for the afternoon.  Pink Moon Goods is an exciting new retail business in Dayton.  Their selection of home goods is curated and includes items that combine skill, intelligence, and virtue for ethical living.  If you are looking for new ways to reduce waste at home, support small businesses who value and respect protecting the environment, or some good old fashion socially conscious retail therapy there is sure to be something at Pink Moon Goods for you.  You can check them out on Instagram – @pinkmoongoods.
“All Access” passes and single “tickets” for all virtual presentations of The 15th Annual Dayton LGBT Film Festival are now on sale.  We had to make a major pivot this year to make the festival happen – so about 90% of it will take place virtually.  A $50 pass will get you access to all 6 virtual screenings (5 features and a package of shorts) as well as 2 tickets to our one in-person package – TOP DRAWER SHORTS VOL #2.  The line-up is strong, and we’re still ironing out lots of details (virtual filmmaker Q&A’s, video work with our sponsors, etc.).  Click the image below to check out all of our selections.  The festival is set for Oct. 9-15. Virtual components will be accessible to anyone in Ohio…so please help spread the word.  If you need a little help figuring it all out, I’ve created a tutorial video that is viewable HERE. (The image below is from the short film THE SHAWL– playing in TOP DRAWER SHORTS VOL #2.)
We hope to see you soon!
Be safe & well.
My best,
Jonathan

Latest Ohio Liquor Lottery

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The Ohio Bottle Lottery is kicking off another round of offering bottles  that are so unique in flavor, age, price and collect-ability that they are so limited in quantity that you must enter your name is a lottery to be picked for the opportunity to purchase.  All entries must be submitted online here.

The first weekly lottery begins at 12:01 a.m. on Sept. 28. All entries must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. on Oct. 2.

  • E.H. Taylor Amaranth, $69.99
  • Elmer T. Lee 100th Tribute Edition, $100.00
  • E.H. Taylor Jr. 18 Year Marriage, $ 69.99

The second weekly lottery begins at 12:01 a.m. on Oct. 5. All entries must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. Oct. 9.

 

  • Old Fitzgerald 9 year, $89.98
  • Old Fitzgerald 15 Year, $149.98
  • Rockhill Farms, $54.99

 

The third weekly lottery begins at 12:01 a.m. on Oct. 12. All entries must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. on Oct. 16.

 

  • Mister Sam, $249.98
  • King of Kentucky, $249.99
  • Old Forester Birthday, $99.99

 

The fourth weekly lottery begins at 12:01 a.m. on Oct. 19. All entries must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. on Oct. 23.

 

  • Double Eagle Very Rare, $2,000.00
  • Old Fashioned Copper (O.F.C.), $2,400.98
  • Woodford Reserve Baccarat, $2,127.65

 

 

You must enter each weekly lottery to be considered for all twelve lotteries. Additionally, if choosing all twelve lotteries, entrants have a chance to win each product and will NOT be disqualified from one if chosen as a winner on either of the others.

Hank’s Local- New Owners, New Kitchen

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Hank’s Pub located on Patterson, just west of Woodman has been around for over 40 years, known as a neighborhood bar with with super friendly bartenders, live music and dart leagues, and is even the home bar of the World Dart Champion.

Earlier this year Chris Shay and his two sons took over the bar, did a major clean up, added a large deck  and a kitchen. After being shut for 4 months due to the Pandemic,  they rebranded as Hank’s Local and reopened in late July  with Chad Shay as the general manager and Jessie Shay as the kitchen Manager. While they made lots of changes, they kept longtime bartender Tammy, who has been pouring drinks at Hank’s for 33 years.

The menu at Hank’s Local features  locally sourced food when possible with breads from Big Sky and  sweets from Yes Cakes.


They serve lunch, dinner, late night food and even have a kids menu. You can even use their easy online ordering for carry out. Live entertainment continues with the Blues Breakdown every Tuesday at 7pm and Doug Hart solo every Thursday around 730!

Here’s the upcoming music schedule:

OCTOBER BANDS

All live shows begin @ 7:00pm until Covid-19 restrictions are eased.

 

 

 

 

Hanks Local
2529 Patterson Road,
Dayton OH 45420

(937) 254-7527

Open Monday thru Saturday: 11am – 2:30am

CDC Eviction Moratorium: Rent Assistance Available through MVCAP

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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued an order on Sept. 4, 2020, to temporarily halt residential evictions based on nonpayment of rent for those most vulnerable to homelessness.
This order extends until the end of 2020. The CDC’s eviction moratorium serves as a public health measure to prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus. Housing is essential for individuals and families to have an effective place to quarantine, isolate, and social distance. Without this moratorium, low-income individuals and families that have suffered substantial financial setbacks because of pandemic shutdowns will be evicted from their homes and forced to live either on the street or in group settings.
For many communities, this order imposes a challenge on landlords who are dependent on tenants’ rent payments to meet their mortgage and other financial obligations. However, aid is available for Miami Valley tenants impacted by loss of income due to COVID-19, thanks to $5 million in CARES Act funding allocated by the Montgomery County Commission and CARES Act Community Service Block Grant funding for Darke, Greene, and Preble County residents. This aid may include paying all rent owed and future rent extending to the end of the year. Every Montgomery County household at any income level is eligible for assistance.
Both landlords and tenants in the Miami Valley will benefit from this measure to maintain safe and secure housing while ensuring CARES funding is timely and appropriately administered throughout the community to prevent a housing crisis creating a win-win situation for landlords and tenants.
Under the CDC Order, tenants who meet certain conditions cannot be evicted if they have exhausted their best efforts to pay rent, seek government rental assistance and are likely to become homeless or be required to move into crowded quarters due to eviction.
Tenants must provide a signed declaration form certifying, under penalty of perjury, that they meet all of the established criteria. The tenant must be able to answer “yes” to each of the five conditions below to qualify:
1) The tenant has used best efforts to obtain all available government assistance for rent or housing (i.e., any governmental rental or housing payment benefits available to the tenant or any household member);
2) One of the following is true:
  • The tenant expects to earn no more than $99,000 in annual income for calendar year 2020 (or no more than $198,000 if filing a joint tax return);
  • The tenant was not required to report any income in 2019 to the IRS; or
  • The tenant received an Economic Impact Payment (i.e., a stimulus check) under the CARES Act;
3) The tenant is unable to pay the full rent owed due to substantial loss of household income, loss of compensable hours of work or wages, lay-offs, or extraordinary out-of-pocket medical expenses;
4) The tenant is using best efforts to make timely partial payments that are as close to the full payment as the individual’s circumstances may permit, taking into account other non-discretionary expenses; and
5) If evicted, the tenant would likely become homeless, need to move into a homeless shelter, or need to move into a new residence shared by other people who live in close quarters because the tenant has no other available housing options.
Tenants can apply for rental assistance online at miamivalleycap.org or https://www.mcohio.org/alert_detail.php from any mobile device, paper applications are available in the lobby at 719 S. Main Street, Dayton, Ohio. To be protected from eviction, tenants that meet the eligibility requirements should immediately complete and give the Eviction Prevention Declaration to their landlord or the owner of the residential property.

Norma J. Ross Memorial Foundation to Offer Mammogram Screening Opportunities

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Norma J. Ross

The Norma J. Ross Memorial Foundation uplifts underserved women affected by breast cancer by funding programs that raise breast cancer awareness, provide patient aid and research, while also supporting local youth education.

In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the Norma J. Ross Memorial Foundation is working to make sure every woman has access to a mammogram screening.

Collaborating with Kettering Health Network and Premier Health, the Foundation has organized screening opportunities in the community on the following dates:

 

Saturday, October 3rd

8am – 4pm

Grandview Medical Center

Kettering Health Network

405 West Grand Avenue

Dayton, OH  45405

 Saturday, October 10th

9am – 5pm

Mobile Mammography

Premier Health

Bob Ross Auto Group

85 Loop Road

Centerville, OH  45459

 

Mammogram screenings are available for all women who:

  • Have not had a mammogram in the last 12 months
  • Are insured, uninsured, have Medicare or Medicaid
  • Are with or without a physician
  • Have a family history or not
  • Are 40 and over

 

The Norma J. Ross Memorial Foundation uplifts underserved women affected by breast cancer by funding programs that raise breast cancer awareness, provide patient aid and research, while also supporting local youth education.

“We want to encourage women to say ‘yes’ to their health, and ‘yes’ to their mammograms,” said Jenell Ross, president of Bob Ross Auto Group and founder of the Norma J. Ross Memorial Foundation and Pink Ribbon Driven. “Saying ‘yes’ can lead to annual mammogram screenings, early detection and can also increase the chances of survival. We also want to make sure that every woman has access to resources that support their breast health journey.”

 

Those interested in scheduling a mammogram should call (937) 350-1799 or email [email protected]. Space is limited, call today.

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Kevin Myers Views of Dayton: Dayton National Cemetery

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The Dayton National Cemetery was established as the permanent burial site for residents of the Central Branch of the National Asylum for Disabled Volunteer Soldiers in 1867. It is one of 11 federal cemeteries affiliated with the system of National Homes for Disabled Volunteer Soldiers. Management of these facilities was transferred from the U.S. Army/National Home system to the newly created Veterans Administration in 1930.

The design of the cemetery is attributed to Chaplain (and Capt.) William B. Earnshaw, who was considered to have “judgment and taste” in these matters. Earnshaw served in the Army of the Potomac and the Army of the Cumberland, from which he was named superintendent at Stones River and Nashville National Cemeteries. In September 1867, Earnshaw arrived at the Dayton Soldiers Home, as it became known, having been encouraged to seek the position by Gen. George Thomas.

The Soldiers Home cemeteries were to be “laid out and cared for, as far as practicable, in the manner prescribed for National Cemeteries.” The single-most visual cemetery construction is the lofty Soldiers’ Monument around which faceted, concentric rows of graves are arranged. Two features found here are common to many older national cemeteries. There are two ornamental 19th-century cannons located at the base of Soldiers’ Monument, and seven “Bivouac of the Dead” verse tablets.

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The Dayton Soldiers’ Monument dominates the national cemetery from atop a mound at the center of the landscape. The cornerstone was laid in 1873, and it was completed in 1877. This dramatic structure is composed of a 30-foot marble column on a granite base with an ornamental cap and soldier posed at parade rest. The column was one of six that were salvaged from the Benjamin Henry Latrobe-designed Bank of Philadelphia when it was demolished in 1867-68. Latrobe worked on the White House and U.S. Capitol, and is credited with introducing Greek Revival architecture to America. The monument was designed by veterans at the soldiers’ home and the Philadelphia-firm of William Struthers and Sons, expert stonemasons, carved the base, capital and statue. President Rutherford B. Hayes, Ohioan and former Union general, delivered the dedication address for the monument on Sept. 12, 1877, to a crowd of about 22,000. Some years after the dedication, four figures representing the Infantry, Cavalry, Artillery and Navy were added at the corners of the base. Two ornamental artillery cannons now flank the Soldiers’ Monument.​


The “Memorial to 33 soldiers of the War of 1812 Buried in this Cemetery…” is a bronze plaque affixed to a tall boulder. The text continues: “Honoring Josephine C. Diefenbach state president 1915-1932. Erected by the Ohio Society United States Daughters of 1812 on the anniversary of Perry’s Victory – September 10, 1936.”

Dayton National Cemetery

4400 West Third Street
Dayton, OH 45428

Phone: 937-268-2221

Visitation Hours: Open daily from dawn to dusk. Gates open every day.

Kali’s 12 Areas of Training (Filipino Martial Arts)

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The highly sophisticated and comprehensive martial art from the Philippines is weapon based, but ultimately an empty hand system.
The term Kali is an ancient word that serves as an umbrella term for all Filipino martial arts. According to Guro Dan Inosanto, Kali is a portmanteau of the Cebuano words “kamot”, meaning hand, and “lihok”, meaning motion. There are many other names for these arts such as Eskrima, Arnis, Anis De Mano, Estoque, Pananandata, Pagkalikali….etc

Defending Democracy: An 8 Week Series.

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We are living in a most unusual time. There seems to be a desire to silence the voices of Americans…on all sides. To have the discussions necessary, I m fortunate enough to teach a class at Wright State University this year known as ED2100:Education in a Democracy. The topic seems so simple. The idea of educating people to understand our Democracy and the importance of their individual voice is fundamental….or is it?

27 students have joined me on this journey. We are looking hard at diversity, privilege, equality, oppression and respect of others’ views. What makes this conversation so important is a divided nation, an upcoming election…and the unique views and voices of these young people looking to broaden their minds and their world. At the center of it all is the overwhelming reality that …‘if education fails, so does this Democracy!’ – credited to John Adams.

In one of their first big assignments, TEAM2100 was charged with relating lyrics from a popular song to the state of our republic. Although we aren’t including students’ names, their views are pretty straightforward. Some of the songs/lyrics they chose, old and new, were spot on:

“I…can barely walk the city streets whiteout a cop harassing me, searching me and asking my identity”, Tupac;    

“If you’re looking for hope tonight, raise your hand. If you’re feeling alone and don’t understand. If you’re fighting in the fight of your life, then stand. We’re gonna make it through this hand-in-hand.” , For King and County;    

“We didn’t start the Fire, It was always burning since the world’s been turning. We didn’t start the fire, No we didn’t light it, but we tried to fight it.” , Billy Joel.  

“Lil tear gas cleared the whole place out, I’ll be back with the Hazmat for the next round.”  Anderson Paak.     

“We hate the government but get government assistance. You Ain’t doing what you did in the past then why tell us and I ain’t blaming no white man for my failures and I don’t blame the judge for the time I did.”, Knocka

From these lyrics, conversation…and here is a sampling of what is on their minds:

“…as I am working toward becoming a high school teacher I am beginning to realize that we really aren’t taught about our civic duties. We kind of take for granted that people will read and learn about what elected officials are up to….BIG MISTAKE believing that!”

“…and I believe, love him or hate him, Donald Trump exposed Washington for what it is. He’s made us see ourselves as well. The idea that many voters choosing him are non-college educated people speaks not to their ability, but to our society!”

“COVID has been a blessing. We have been forced to slow down, see the problems of our world and find new ways to fix them. I cannot wait to share with students the very idea that we are creative enough to get through anything…because we are!”

“Racism. I know this class will look into the power of diversity, but how about the overwhelming power of Racism. That’s a power struggle that we are so afraid to discuss…it scares me.”

“My fear is God gets left out of the equation. …..The US has abandoned the idea of higher power, and morals….what do we expect when we answer to no one?”

“…so tell me this, why would a pandemic ever be political?’

“We must educate our population. We must strive to show them a better way of life. This is a Democracy, a place on many voices. They need informed opinions, not social media posts.’

You can see that there is much on the hearts and minds of these young adults. Follow us through this interesting conversation. It should be enlightening for all sides!

 

 

 

 

 

The Digital Premiere of “HEATHERS: THE MUSICAL”

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Virtual Venue Theatricals, a fully virtual production company, presents the digital premiere of the hit off-Broadway musical, “Heathers”. The show features a cast and production team from across the United States and Canada, assembled together through Zoom rehearsals. “Heathers: The Musical”, based on the eponymous cult-classic 1988 movie, will stream on www.virtualvenuetheatricals.com​ September 18-20.

While the musical will premiere in a non-traditional environment, audiences should not expect a scaled-back experience. Director and lead actress (Veronica Sawyer) Charity Farrell, a Dayton-native, said of the production, “Nothing is getting trimmed. Every element you expect to see from a full-length musical in a live, stage performance is there, plus additional elements we get to explore in this medium. We are honored to have a creative team that has worked throughout the industry on Broadway and off-Broadway, cruise ships, and worldwide in concert series and events. The level of experience from the production team and cast members coupled with the innovation of this platform is going to be truly exciting for audiences to watch.”

Created in response to theatre shut downs across the country, VVT celebrates the opportunity to produce high-quality performances online and bring together creatives and audiences without borders. Wright State student Nathalie Gibson (costume designer) said of her involvement, “Designing virtually has been such an amazing learning experience as a costume designer. It has definitely given me a new take on this crazy world of theatre, and I am so lucky to have had the opportunity to work alongside this talented cast and crew on this virtual production.”

Interested parties can buy tickets for $15/viewer. The show runs September 18, 19, and 20 at 8:00pm EDT. For ticket sales and more information, visit ​www.virtualvenuetheatricals.com​.

About Virtual Venue Theatricals: ​VVT is a virtual production company based in Ohio, run by owner/artistic director Charity Farrell and managing director Abby Parr. VVT was founded in 2020 by a group of professional artists as the demand for live performance shifted to a digital medium in order to put performers and production teams to work in a creative capacity and keep the art form of live theatre in front of audiences.

A New Burger Joint at The Greene

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Hassan Abuzaid

Opening quietly about a month ago at The Greene, Gravity Burgers took over the spot that used to be Deg’s Flame Grilled Chicken (who moved to the Fairfield Commons Mall), next to Noodles & Co.  With a very simple menu, they offer four burgers, fries and soda, according to the manager Hassan:

Classic Burger – tomato , lattice , mayonnaise, ketchup, cheese $6.49

Gravity Burger – cheese, arugula, gravity signature sauce $8.99

Classic Gravity Burger – cheese, caramelized onion, crunchy onion, gravity signature sauce $8.49
Solar Gravity – lettuce , pomegranate. solar sauce, cheese $8.29

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A regular order of french fries will run you $2.49 or upgrade to Commando Fries for $5.79.  Add bacon to any burger for $1.50. Soda’s from the Coca Cola freestyle machine run $1.49.  Delivery is available through DoorDash.

Gravity Burger

The Greene
15 Greene Blvd
Beavercreek, OH 45440

(937)306-8155

Mon- Thurs 11:30am – 11pm
Fri & Sat. 11am – midnight
Sun noon – 9pm

 

One Fifteen Living Recovery Center Now Open

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OneFifteen, a non-profit ecosystem dedicated to the full and sustained recovery of people living with​ opioid addiction​or substance use disorder, celebrated their grand opening Friday, September 18th of O​ne Fifteen Living​ with a virtual ribbon cutting

The 26,300 square foot building has 29 double-occupancy rooms with separate living spaces for men and women, group kitchens, a fitness center, meditation room, coffee bar and rooms for individual and group therapy. We are developing a beautiful outdoor space as well, that the Carillon and Edgemont neighborhoods will be proud to welcome into their community.

“OneFifteen Living will give people a safe place to live while they continue their journey of recovery,” said President and CEO, Marti Taylor. “The journey is different for everyone, so we are creating a full continuum of care to be able to meet anyone where they are, to give them what they need to, to live a healthy, sober life.

OneFifteen was launched in 2019 with our partners Kettering Health Network, Premier Health, Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc. and Verily, the healthcare and life sciences arm of Alphabet, with support from Montgomery County Alcohol, Drug Addiction and Mental Health Services Board. OneFifteen is ​creating a tech-enabled system of care that will offer a treatment center, rehabilitation housing, and wrap-around services, all on one state-of-the-art campus in Dayton, Ohio.

“We are so proud of the work that OneFifteen is doing in our community,” said Helen Jones-Kelley, Executive Director of ADAMHS. “They are addressing a need in our community for housing for people who are moving through their recovery journey. OneFifteen Living will give them a place to live, while they search for career opportunities, and are supported with wrap-around services to give them the best chance for sustained sobriety.”

Celebrate National Cheeseburger Day!

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It’s National Cheeseburger day!

There are several theories to the beginning of the cheeseburger which dates back to the 1920s. According to one story, in 1926, Lionel Sternberger invented the cheeseburger while working at his father’s Pasadena, California sandwich shop, The Rite Spot. At that time during an experiment, he dropped a slice of American cheese on a sizzling hamburger.

However, like several iconic foods, many people and restaurants claim the origin story. For example, in Los Angeles, a restaurant called O’Dell’s placed the cheeseburger on its menu in 1928. It came smothered with chili. Further, Kaelin’s Restaurant in Louisville, Kentucky claims that they invented the cheeseburger in 1934. There is one record that tells the Humpty Dumpty Drive-In in Denver, CO bragging rights is the trademark that they received in 1935 for the name “cheeseburger.”

Gus Belt was another who applied for the trademark of those words. He was the founder of Steak n’ Shake and sometime in the 1930s, he also applied for the trademark. Despite all claims, one thing is sure that the cheeseburger consists of all the marks that satisfy craving and the cheeseburger is not going anywhere and always be enjoyed not only in America but in several places in the country.

 Here are he  restaurants that are offering deals:

Applebee’s

Applebee’s is offering a delicious Burger Bundle in honor of National Cheeseburger Day for just $8.99. All you have to do is order any (yes, any!) Handcrafted Burger of your choice and you’ll receive a side of crispy fries and a 30-ounce drink all for the incredibly low price. Select the Burger Bundle option from the menu to order for dine-in, To Go or delivery.

 

The Big Jimmie Burger

Jimmie’s Ladder 11

The Big Jimmie Burger will makes it’s debut today.   Named after owner Jimmie Brandell, this special burger is two 4-ounce Angus beef patties, American cheese, Russian dressing, chopped Romaine lettuce, onions and pickles on a three-part bun served with hand-cut fries ($15).

McDonald’s

For one day, the fast-food giant will offer double cheeseburgers for 50 cents with an offer on its mobile app. Valid one-time and app download and registration required. Learn more about the app and find offers at www.mcdonalds.com.

 

Red Robin

Red Robin is hosting a “week-long cheeseburger bash” with Buy One Get One 50% Off all Gourmet and Finest burgers from Sept. 14 through Sept. 20, 2020 at participating locations. The deal is available for dine-in or To-Go when you use Promo Code: BOGO or mention “BOGO” in the restaurant. The discount will be applied to the lowest priced item. This deal is not valid on delivery orders and cannot be used with any other offer. See the details on their website.

Steak ‘n Shake

Steak ‘n Shake is offering loyalty app members $2 off the Double ‘n Cheese Steakburger from September 18 through September 24. There is a limit of one per order, per visit. The offer will only be valid on orders placed through the app. If you download the app and join, you’ll receive a free speciality milkshake with your first purchase as a club member.

Smashburger

Smashburger will be offering guests its Classic Double Smash for just $5 in honor of the day. And better yet, at participating locations, guests can pair their Double Smash with a $3 White Claw.

DubPub to Celebrate 1/2 Way to St Patrick’s Day

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It’s officially halfway to St. Paddy’s Day and we checked in the the Grand Poobah of St Patrick’s Day in Dayton, Dublin Pub owner Steve Tieber to see wheat he’s got planned. He shared that they are celebrating all day on Saturday the 19th.

Dublin Pub will have live music all day starting at 1 PM in their parking lot on a stage donated by Matt Miller from Carl’s Body Shop and as part of the DORA district, you can grab a beer or cocktail and cruise through the Oregon District as well.

Half Way to St. Patrick’s Day Entertainment Line Up:

1-3pm Paul Cullen
4-7pm Scott Houchens
7-11 Jameson’s Folly and the Celtic Academy of Irish Dance
Although it is not required we will be asking for five dollar donations and all the money will go to support the musicians and dancers.  
Of course we know their will be plenty of Guinness and Jameson’s flowing and you can’t go wrong with  some of their Irish inspired food.  Here are a few of our favorites:

HUNTSMAN – Brisket, onions, cheddar and whiskey mustard served on pretzel roll 11.99​

COUNTY CORK CLUB – Smoked turkey, bacon, lettuce, tomato, and mayo on toasted sourdough 8.99

FIVE POINTS REUBEN – Corned beef, slaw,​ and 1000-island layered with salt & vinegar fries on grilled marbled rye  10.99​​​​​

GUINNESS BEEF STEW – Beef tips, celery, potatoes,​ and onions ​in Guinness gravy served with a roll 13.99

And of course a trip to the DubPub is not the same if you don’t get an order of their award winning Pub Fries!