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New Link Stations Added in Carillon and Huffman Neighborhoods

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On May 5th, Bike Miami Valley and Greater Dayton RTA’s program, Link: Dayton Bike Share will launch seven new hubs available in the Link Dayton app. These hubs are designated locations where users can checkout and return bikes. Support from the City of Dayton, CareSource and Five Rivers MetroParks make the expansion possible. The organizations will host a socially distant ribbon cutting at 10:30 AM at Welcome Park to celebrate the expansion.

Huffman Link Station

The City of Dayton, who is supporting the expansion into the Carillon and Huffman neighborhoods, played a critical role in helping Bike Miami Valley and its Link program connect to neighborhood leadership. “Link: Dayton Bike Share has been an amazing resource for keeping our city active and bike-friendly. We see this expansion into Carillon and Huffman neighborhoods as an investment in more mobility options for more Dayton residents,” says Mayor Nan Whaley.

“Bike Miami Valley recently brought a bike to one of our outdoor neighborhood meetings for a demonstration, and I got a chance to try it. I forgot how much I loved biking until I took a spin. We’re looking forward to having Link in neighborhood,” said Carillon Civic Council President Gwen Buchanan.

CareSource will add two new downtown locations and support two existing locations to encourage ridership between their campus-like office buildings downtown. “CareSource is committed to the health and vitality of downtown,” says Dan McCabe, CareSource Chief Administrative Officer and CEO CareSource Foundation. “We’re looking forward to offering our employees a safe, convenient alternative transportation option when they return to the office in person.”

Five Rivers MetroParks is continuing its support of Link with the addition of a location at Deeds Point MetroPark. “As warm weather finally comes and the Deeds Point Bridge reopens—soon!—We’re excited to see the Link network expand to serve more of our community. To be able to travel so much of greater downtown on a Link Bike is convenient, safe, healthy, and, most of all, fun,” says Becky Benná of Five Rivers MetroParks.

To take advantage of the new locations, users can download the Link Dayton app to get riding.

Mint Juleps & Derby Day- A May Tradition

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It has been the official drink of the Kentucky Derby for almost a century; according to the website of the annual event, nearly 120,000 juleps are sold at Churchill Downs over the two-day race period. Like most recipes that come from the South, mint juleps have a long and often debated history. It is  widely believed that the name of the drink comes from the Persian word gulab and the Arab word julab, both of which translate to rosewater. The term julep was also used to refer to any type of syrupy mixed drink taken with medicine. As early as 1784, mint juleps were prescribed to soothe aching stomachs and help patients who had difficulty swallowing.  Southerners started each day with a mint julep to protect themselves from mosquitoes and malaria. The drink was so delicious, though, that it became a relaxing beverage, in addition to a medicinal one.
To this day, many enthusiasts insist that a proper julep should be made only with bourbon whiskey. Given that Bourbon County is the birthplace of bourbon whiskey, there is also a strong connection between the mint julep and the state of Kentucky. As early as 1816, silver julep cups were offered as prizes at Kentucky county fairs, early evidence of the states association with the famous cocktail. It iss unclear how exactly the mint julep became the star drink of the Kentucky Derby in 1938, but it comes as no surprise that this bourbon-centric cocktail is now celebrated as the beverage of choice at the states most famous event.
Perhaps you’d like to serve some variation on the classic Mint Julep.  Try these:

Royal Thai Spice JulepMay be an image of drink

2 oz. Blade & Bow Bourbon
1 oz. Kaffir Lime Juice
2 basil leaves
10 mint leaves
½ tsp Thai Spice- dash each lemon powder, sea salt, chili powder, ground ginger, mustard seed, clove
1 tsp confectioners’ sugar
Grind spices for 20 seconds in a coffee/spice grinder. Shake all ingredients over ice in a cocktail shaker & strain over crushed ice in Julep Cup. Top with whole chilis and fresh Mint or Basil & Lime.

Champagne Julep Cocktail

2 oz bourbon

6 mint leaves
1 tsp superfine sugar (or 0.5 oz simple syrup)
4 oz champagne
Garnish: mint sprig

  • In a julep cup, gently muddle the mint leaves and the sugar or simple syrup (if using sugar, also add a few drops of water to help with dissolution).
  • Fill cup three-quarters of the way with crushed ice.
  • Add bourbon and stir very gently.
  • Add more crushed ice.
  • Add champagne.
  • Top the cup with a dome of crushed ice, garnish with a sprig of mint, and serve.

Ginger Mint Julep

2 sprigs of mint
½ oz. simple syrup
¼ oz. lemon juice
2 oz. bourbon
1 oz. ginger liqueur
Sprig of mint and slice of candied ginger for garnish

  • In a mixing glass, muddle the mint and simple syrup.
  • Add the remaining ingredients and stir thoroughly, then strain into a julep cup filled with crushed ice.
  • Stir gently until the cup is frosted, then top with more crushed ice and garnish with the fresh mint and candied ginger.

Whiskey Smash Cocktail

2 oz bourbon
0.5 oz simple syrup
Half a lemon, cut into wedges
5 mint leaves
Mint sprig for garnish
  • Muddle the lemon, mint, and simple syrup in the bottom of a cocktail shaker, then fill with ice.
  • Add the bourbon and shake until chilled.
  • Strain into an Old-Fashioned glass filled with crushed ice (or a single large cube).
  • Garnish with a sprig of mint, clapped once between your hands to release the aromatic oils.

The Kentucky Derby is the first leg of the American Triple Crown of horse racing. It is historically run on the first Saturday in May. First run in 1875, this 1 1/4 mile—or 10 furlongs—race runs on the dirt track at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky, where it has been held since its inaugural running in 1875.

Only 3-year-old Thoroughbreds can qualify for the Kentucky Derby. Eligible horses compete in the Race to the Kentucky Derby, a series of 35 races around the world. Horses win points for finishing in the top four spots, and the 20 horses with the most points at the end of the series gain entry into the Derby.

When is the 2021 Kentucky Derby?

The 147th Kentucky Derby is on Saturday, May 1. Coverage begins on NBCSN, NBCSports.com and the NBC Sports app at 12 pm and will move from NBCSN to NBC at 2:30 pm Post time for the 2021 Kentucky Derby is set for approximately 6:57 pm.

 

The other 2 races that make up the triple crown are:

Miami Valley Cycling Summit Goes Virtual

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The 2021 Miami Valley Cycling Summit hosted by Bike Miami Valley and the City of Kettering. This regional event will be held virtually on the platform Remo on May 7th from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, with the option to participate in a self-guided ride of Kettering’s bike amenities and assets on Friday, May 14th from 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM. The event welcomes elected officials, government staff, local leaders and cycling advocates. This year’s theme is “Safe Streets for All.” Content experts will detail how cycling can improve the transportation, health, and economic vitality of the Miami Valley.

Blues and Roots Rock Extravaganza in Middletown

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Featuring the following artists and many more with great musical surprises in store!

-Fred Gillespie and the Swamp Bees, with special guests Ashley Baumgarten, Chuck Evans, and Randy Smith present a lively, take-no-prisoners mix of powerful musicianship, strong original material, blues, R&B and classic rock in a tight three-piece format featuring blazing lead guitar and strong vocals.

-Jimmy D. Rogers and I Dig Pig: Jimmy is a long-time regional favorite known for his keyboard mastery and extraordinary songwriting. He specializes in old-time boogie piano, and puts on a lively, engaging performance every time he takes a stage!

-Sister Salem, featuring James Clark and Ferris Gillespie, is an up-and-coming new band which has quickly become a fan favorite in Middletown and the surrounding area. Featuring the sultry vocals of Gabrielle Anais Sears, the smooth vocals of James Clark, and the stellar guitar playing tandem of Ferris Gillespie and James Clark, this band presents an eclectic and entertaining mix of rock, blues, and Americana.

Free parking behind the building off of Broad Street and off of First Street

Mother’s Day Treat Box from Communitea

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Communitea is know for it’s high tea service is their sweet little tea room in Belmont.  Because they are only currently open Friday & Saturday from 11:30am- 2:30pm, they’ve come up with a great way to help you celebrate the special ladies in your life this Mother’s Day.  They are offering a “treat box” you can gift mom with.
For $25 each box will include>
*One lemon lavender scone with glaze drizzle
*One traditional scone with blackberry jam and clotted cream
*Two macarons
*Two mini cupcakes
*Two brownies
*Two bags of tea
*One gift certificate for a free scone on your next visit
Preorder your Mom&Me Sweet Treat Box by emailing [email protected]
Make sure to include your name, phone number, and quantity of boxes needed. We will respond with a link for payment. All boxes need to be ordered and paid for by Wednesday, May 5th at 9pm!
Pick up will be Saturday, May 7th between 11am and 3pm at the side door of the tea room/

Communitea

100 Watervliet Ave.
Dayton, OH 45420
(937) 476-7434
Reservations required
Street parking is available on both Watervliet and Revere. Additional parking is available at the church across the street.

Available 7 days a week and evenings for private groups and parties!

Local Entrepreneur Offers Cheese Making Experiences

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Third generation cheesemonger Annie Foos,  is the founder of St Anne’s Cheese Co., a cheese Education and distribution business in the Historic neighborhood of  Saint Anne’s Hill.

She wants to guide you through a farm experiences to meet the animals and see how cheese is made straight from the farm to your plate. You can choose from goat or cow cheese in an afternoon or an entire day experience. Check out these options:

Educational Family Farm Day: Goat Farm
FRIDAY, APRIL 30TH | 2-6pm or FRIDAY, JUNE 4TH | 2-6pm

Experience begins with a 2 hour Cheese-making Class. Includes a late afternoon taste test and snack. At 5 pm, goat milking begins. You will be taught how to milk and feed the herd of goats at the farm.

Farm to Table Private Cheese making Experience: Goat Farm

SATURDAY, MAY 1ST | 10am-6pm or SATURDAY, JUNE 5TH | 10am-6pm

In this full day class, you will start at 10 am and begin learning the basics of making Gouda cheese. Next, will explore the fabrication of cheese using fresh milk, cultures, rennet and salt. Later in the session you will visit the aging room and see how cheese matures over time. After plenty of samples and lunch you will put your boots on and explore the pasture. Milking will begin at 5 PM. It will be all hands on deck with the farm animals.

Farm to Table Private Cheese making Experience: Cow Farm


FRIDAY, JUNE 11TH | 1-7pm

In this full day class, you will start with a 3 hour Cheddar Cheesemaking class. We will then head out to the farm for a couple hours and you will get the full cow milking experience. Our farm filled day will end with a home-cooked Amish meal around the campfire.

 

NOMADLAND Returns + FOUR GOOD DAYS with Glenn Close

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This week, we’re holding both TOGETHER TOGETHER and STREET GANG: HOW WE GOT TO SESAME STREET – both of which our audiences are loving. That said, we’re adding a couple titles to the mix. After its “Best Picture” win on Sunday (and because we agree with Frances McDormand that it should be seen on the big screen), we’re bringing back NOMADLAND for a handful of screenings. We’re also going to pepper in some shows of FOUR GOOD DAYS – a new drama about a family dealing with addiction starring Glenn Close & Mila Kunis.

On Friday, we will also open two new films in our Virtual Cinema – a wonderful Icelandic film THE COUNTY as well as ABOUT ENDLESSNESS, the latest film from brilliant filmmaker Roy Andersson.
NEW IN-PERSON ENGAGEMENT:
Synopsis for FOUR GOOD DAYS: “Emerging from a detox clinic, a young addict must stay clean while living with her mother for the next four days.” Starring Glenn Close & Mila Kunis. In addition to offering this film for a few traditional screenings, we will also have two benefit screenings. See this powerful film on the big screen and benefit FOA (Families of Addicts) at the same time. The 2 Special Screenings are this Friday at 7:00 and Sunday at 1:15. Tickets for these benefit screenings can be reserved by calling Anita Kitchen at (937)329-2865 (or by email at [email protected]). Our few traditional screenings can be purchased on our website or at our box office. Click the image below to watch the film’s trailer.
Synopsis for NOMADLAND: Winner of 3 Academy Awards – “Best Picture,” “Best Director” & “Best Actress!” “Following the economic collapse of a company town in rural Nevada, Fern (Frances McDormand) packs her van and sets off on the road exploring a life outside of conventional society as a modern-day nomad. The third feature film from director Chloé Zhao, NOMADLAND features real nomads Linda May, Swankie and Bob Wells as Fern’s mentors and comrades in her exploration through the vast landscape of the American West.” Inspired by the non-fiction book. Click the image below to visit the film’s official site (where there are several, wonderful Q&As).
NEW IN OUR VIRTUAL CINEMA:
Synopsis for ABOUT ENDLESSNESS: Available starting April 30! The new film from master filmmaker Roy Andersson! IndieWire says “You give Roy Andersson 76 minutes, and he’ll give you the universe.” “ABOUT ENDLESSNESS is a reflection on human life in all its beauty and cruelty, its splendor and banality. We wander, dreamlike, gently guided by our Scheherazade-esque narrator. Inconsequential moments take on the same significance as historical events: a couple floats over a war-torn Cologne; on the way to a birthday party, a father stops to tie his daughter’s shoelaces in the pouring rain; teenage girls dance outside a cafe; a defeated army marches to a prisoner-of-war camp. Simultaneously an ode and a lament, ABOUT ENDLESSNESS presents a kaleidoscope of all that is eternally human, an infinite story of the vulnerability of existence.” (Magnolia Pictures) This film can be viewed on your computer or mobile device or via your TV with Apple TV or Roku. Additional instructions can be found on Eventive’s HELP PAGE. Click the image below to watch the trailer and reserve 72 hour access for $12.
Synopsis for THE COUNTY: Available starting April 30! “After the global success of his Un Certain Regard winner RAMS, director Grímur Hákonarson returns to his native Iceland with another humanist farmland fable. Bitterly funny and deeply affecting, THE COUNTY plays out a timely political allegory against a jaw-dropping natural landscape, aided by a brainy, tenacious anti-heroine and Hákonarson’s dry Nordic humor.
When we first meet Inga (a brilliant Arndís Hrönn Egilsdóttir, in a star-making performance), she is midwifing a calf, in the middle of another back-breaking day on the small, nearly bankrupt dairy farm she shares with her husband, Reynir (Hinrik Ólafsson). She is one of many hard-working farmers in her region who work under a bureaucratic co-operative that, having fallen out of the control of its farmers, operates as a monopoly, pushing her and her community deep into debt. After Reynir’s sudden and suspicious death, Inga learns the true extent of both her powerlessness and her late husband’s involvement with the co-op’s schemings. With an eye to the future, and with no other option, she aims to chip away at the co-op’s domination…THE COUNTY cuts deep, putting a human face on an all-too-likely conflict, along with suspense, charm, and a touch of Scandinavian zaniness.” (Dekanalog) This film can be viewed on your computer or mobile device or via your TV with Apple TV or Roku. Additional instructions can be found on Eventive’s HELP PAGE. Click the image below to watch the trailer and reserve 72 hour access for $10.
Synopsis for THE RACE TO SAVE THE WORLD: “THE RACE TO SAVE THE WORLD is a climate documentary with a uniquely optimistic approach. It follows passionate activists whose single-minded focus is the creation of a sustainable world for future generations. These climate warriors, ages 15 to 72, are in the trenches fighting for a livable future, regardless of the personal cost. Emmy award-winning filmmaker Joe Gantz brings an urgent and intimate portrait of the protests, arrests, courtroom drama, and family turmoil these activists endure as they push for change. The Race to Save The World is an energizing and inspiring call-to-action that inspires viewers to quit waiting on the sidelines and start making their voices heard.” Michael Mann, Author of THE NEW CLIMATE WAR, writes, “There is still time to prevent catastrophic climate change. This powerful film shows how each of us can use our voice and our actions to save this planet from destruction. Watch it and be inspired to make a difference.” This film can be viewed on your computer or mobile device or via your TV with Apple TV or Roku. Additional instructions can be found on Eventive’s HELP PAGE. Click the image below to watch the trailer and reserve 72 access for $12
SPECIAL EVENT! Tomorrow! Wednesday, April 28 at 7pm, join us for a special, FREE Virtual Roundtable Discussion on our official FACEBOOK PAGE about BILL TRAYLOR: CHASING GHOSTS (you don’t need a Facebook Account to join us) – Guests will include Jeffrey Wolf (the film’s director and producer) and Jeany Nisenholz-Wolf (the film’s producer – and Dayton native) as well as renowned, local artist Bing Davis and Distinguished Research Professor, Dr. Flavia Bastos from School of Art, University of Cincinnati. (Special thanks to Meredith Moss for her story in last Sunday’s DAYTON DAILY NEWS. Here’s a LINK to that story.) If you haven’t seen the film yet, you can check it out HERE in our Virtual Cinema.
To read more about all the films that are still available in our Virtual Cinema, please visit our WEBSITE. Several critically acclaimed films and audience favorites are still available! Here’s a LINK with a video I made about how Virtual Cinema works.
Would you like to know what titles we have planned for our Virtual cinema? (Click any title to watch that film’s trailer.) On May 7, we’ll open HIGH GROUND – an Australian period piece that The Hollywood Reporter calls, “A gripping, visually spectacular revenge thriller that makes superb use of stunning landscapes while also addressing the lingering scars of colonial-era racism.” On May 14, we’ll start a poignant, award-winning doc – US KIDS, and on May 21, we’ll open WHEN HITLER STOLE PINK RABBIT– based on the bestseller by Judith Kerr. More titles are on the way…stay tuned!

Zoom Auditions for Virtual FutureFest 2021

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Online Zoom Auditions (by appointment only). Auditions will consist of cold read sides from the scripts.

Sunday, May 16, 2021
Appointments for Zoom auditions will be made directly with the Director(s) of the show(s) for which you wish to audition. All auditions for Talk of the Town, and Truth Be Told will be via Zoom. Zoom auditions for other shows may be arranged by appointment with the director.

All the Oxytocin in Your Fingertips will be directly cast by the Director, Fran Pesch. Contact Fran at [email protected] if interested and for more information.

In-Person, Socially Distanced Auditions. Auditions will consist of cold read sides from the scripts.
Monday, May 17 and Tuesday, May 18, starting at 7:00 PM each evening. Three scripts: Otis, Shylock the First, and Tall Woman with Red Fan will be auditioned over these two nights.

Auditioners will sign up for audition time slots to minimize the numbers of people in the theater at any one time. Links for audition signups will be posted soon; Auditioners may sign up for both evenings. ALL persons in the theater building will be required to wear a facial covering (Covid-19 mask) at all times – including during their audition.

Auditioners are encouraged to arrive 15 minutes prior to your timeslot to complete an audition form. Be prepared to note all scheduling conflicts between May 19 and July 18.

CASTING REQUIREMENTS

FILMED STAGINGS – to be filmed on the Dayton Playhouse stage

ZOOMED READINGS – recorded over Zoom

PROCEDURES FOR AUDITIONING

Staged productions – SIGN UP ON SIGNUPGENIUS

Readings – Email the Director to schedule appointment time

 

ALL THE OXYTOCIN IN YOUR FINGERTIPS*   3 m, 3 f, several gender neutral  (plus TUT team) 

ZOOMED READING Directed by Fran Pesch

Synopsis:  ASL. ASMR. TUT. A Deaf of Hearing individual, raised in a caustic 1990s household where sign language is forbidden, secretly navigates three different communities that are united by a passionate belief that communication (and love) can ignite from all the sparks alive in your fingertips. This coming-of-age story poses the question: “Would you rather be a ‘different’ person in a ‘normal’ world… or a ‘normal’ person in a different world?”

CAL. 20s.  Deaf of Hearing, following a childhood bout of Meningitis. Tentative signer at first, but gradually reveals hands that hunger for knowledge, fingertips seemingly bursting forth with electricity and Oxytocin.

CAL’S TRANSLATOR.  Gender Neutral. An actor who speaks Cal’s signed lines to the Hearing audience.

MOTHER. 40s.+.  Hearing. An advocate of oralism.

FATHER. 40s+.  Hearing. An advocate of ASL.

LYDIA SCOPES.  Female, late teens-20s.  “The ASMRtist / Queen Tut.” Deaf of Deaf. Fluent in ASL.

MARGO WICKHAM.   Female, 20s.  Captain of “Great Big Tuts!” Deaf of Deaf. Fluent in ASL. Engineering Student.

LYDIA’S/MARGO’S TRANSLATOR.  Gender Neutral. An actor who speaks Lydia’s/Margo’s signed lines to the Hearing audience. This can be a single performer or one translator for each character.

A PEDIATRICIAN, A HEARING PERSON, A DEAF ROOMMATE, REMY.  Gender Neutral.

A DEAF TUT TEAM

*Those individuals interested in auditioning for OXYTOCIN or working on the production, please email Fran Pesch ([email protected]).

OTIS   3 m, 2 f

FILMED STAGING Directed by Dawn Roth Smith

Synopsis:  Five characters inhabit a beautiful urban oasis at 43rd Street and First Avenue, and though they have shared a building, a doorman and common spaces (and some for a very long time), they have lived in their own separate domains as well, unaware of the true depths of each other’s joys and sorrows…Questions arise about whether the elevator has something to do with why, when and how people cross paths and are forced to deal with one another in an enclosed space.

NICHOLAS. 30’s. Caucasian. Sensitive. Struggling to find a way to come out of his grief.

BERENICE. 70’s. Elegant, chic, worldly Jewish older woman with a mash of an accent that is part Jewish, part upper crust New York. She is direct, confrontational and imperious. She knows better than anyone. Funny without realizing it.

STARLA. 30’s. African-American. A free-spirited, voluptuous, plus size woman who is very comfortable with her body. She has grown up on the streets of New York and has managed through sheer will to become a very successful fashion maven. Funny and vulnerable. A big generous spirit.

ALFRED. 70’s. A rascal. Been there done that. Quick witted. Salt of the earth.

BODHI. 20’s. Indian or Middle Eastern. Gay, with a secret desire to be a dance club DJ. A little overly dramatic and self-centered but also very empathetic.

SHYLOCK THE FIRST  6 m, 5 f  (with doubling: cast – 8)

FILMED STAGING Directed by David Shough

Synopsis: Will the real Shylock please stand up? Who played him? Why did Shakespeare invent him? History doesn’t say.  So . . . London, 1598. Twenty-one-year-old Will Hatcher, Shakespeare’s beloved protege, has been cast to play a Jew called Shylock. With two days till the play opens, Will struggles over this character who seems more monster than man. He pleads with Shakespeare to revise Shylock. Why? He is in love with Sosannah Lopez, a converso whose family remains proud of its Jewish ancestry. Complications abound, as comedy and drama propel us through a story of forbidden love.

WILL HATCHER. 21.  Shakespeare’s protege, an actor in the Lord Chamberlain’s Men; charismatic and idealistic, demanding and a bit bratty with his mentor

WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE. 34.   A bit high-handed with WILL, but also sensitively engaged

SOSANNAH LOPEZ.  20.   A daughter in an affluent family of converted Jews; sincere and intelligent

ROB HEDGES. 24.   Old friend of Will Hatcher; a shallow opportunistic aristocratic

ELIZABETH WITTLESLY. 21.   Cousin of Sosannah Lopez; a shallow aristocrat

SARAH LOPEZ.  15.  Younger sister of Sosannah, ardent, romantic

RICH. 25-35.   An actor in the Lord Chamberlain’s Men, self-involved

RODGE. 25-35.   An actor in the Lord Chamberlain’s Men, short and hefty, sympathetic

DARK LADY.  late 20s-early 30s.   Mistress of Will Hatcher, enthraller of Shakespeare erotically alluring, assertive but kind

SIR LOPEZ.  late 40s-50s.   Father of Sosannah; a stern but not unkind authority figure

MADAM LOPEZ.  late 40s-50s.    Mother of Sosannah; a sympathetic but old-fashioned parent

TALK OF THE TOWN   6m, 4f  (with doubling: cast – 6)

ZOOMED READING Directed by Annie Pesch

Synopsis:  TALK OF THE TOWN is a full-length comedy adapted from James Thurber’s classic novel ‘The Years With Ross.’ It tells the story of the birth of The New Yorker magazine in the 1920’s and paints a portrait of its eccentric creator and editor, Harold Ross. It also chronicles the rise of James Thurber from the small time Ohio newspaper man he was to the world famous humorist and cartoonist he became. Most of all ‘TALK’ is a loving tribute to the importance of laughter, especially during dark and troubling times.

JAMES THURBER (32), a visually challenged, iconic writer and illustrator

HAROLD ROSS (34), an exasperating and eccentric editor-in-chief

E.B. WHITE (28), a dapper writer, editor and confirmed bachelor

KATHERINE ANGELL (31), a literate, New England force of nature

WOLCOTT GIBBS (29), a highly competent, high-strung jack of all trades

ELSIE DICK (27), Ross’ unflappable, flapper of a secretary

EUGENE SAXTON (40), a fussy editor at Harper Collins publishing

HELEN WISMER (27), a woman of letters and great humor

BARTENDER (30), a cocktail shaker in a speakeasy

PHOEBE (27), a good time girl in the roaring 20’s

TALL WOMAN WITH RED FAN   1 m, 2 f

FILMED STAGING Directed by Tim Rezash

Synopsis:  DAKIN KNOX, the great-great grandson of a revered American artist, discovers a heretofore hidden work by his ancestor and wants to put it up for auction. The auction house sends AURORA TALMADGE to examine the painting, the prickly world-renown art expert who literally wrote the books (six volumes!) on the artist…and who’s been holding onto a dark secret she’ll be forced to confront. Along with her live-wire assistant MINNIE, the three of them wind up in a pitched battle of wills to figure out not only whether the painting is real or a forgery, but the very nature of what’s art, what’s not…and why we need it.

DAKIN KNOX. 50s to 70s. Insurance salesman. Lifelong Cape Cod resident.

MINERVA “MINNIE” HATTON. early 20s. Aurora’s assistant. Midwest transplant, now living in Los Angeles.

AURORA TALMADGE: 50s to 70s. Author, art historian and researcher. British expat, 27 year resident of Los Angeles.

TRUTH BE TOLD     2 f

ZOOMED READING Directed by Craig Smith

Synopsis:  Kathleen Abedon is the mother of Julian Abedon who, one year earlier, allegedly carried out a mass shooting at a food warehouse before taking his own life. When true-crime writer Jo Hunter comes to town to interview Kathleen for a book on the crime, Kathleen seeks to convince the skeptical journalist that her son was framed for the shooting.

At a time in our history when the truth is under daily attack, Truth Be Told explores the nature of objective truth and the ways in which we manipulate and distort it to serve our own ends.

KATHLEEN ABEDON. 40s.   White.  A mother.

JOSEPHA HUNTER.  30s.   Any ethnic background, a journalist.

YWCA Opens Huber Heights Campus!

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A nearly 20-acre space in Huber Heights is now the newest program location for YWCA Dayton, the oldest multicultural social services organization serving women and girls in the Miami Valley. The 151-year-old nonprofit currently operates six locations across Montgomery and Preble counties.


The YWCA Dayton Huber Heights Campus, located at 7650 Timbercrest Dr., was built in 1980 as
the Montgomery County Developmental Center, which closed in 2018. The property consists of 11
buildings on 19.445 acres, including: seven residential units; a 20,000-square-foot administration
building with community meeting space; and green space with a gazebo, picnic shelter, and trail.

“This was an incredible opportunity,” said Shannon Isom, president and CEO. “We are not out to
grow for the sake of growth; based on our history, based on our relationships, based on the work
we’ve done for more than a century, we’ve been presented with an opportunity to live out our
mission and serve the needs of our community, in collaboration, differently than we ever have
before.


“There are very few agencies that get presented with the ability to create, to be innovative, to build,
to develop, in partnership with others; YWCA Dayton is in a place, and a season, to embrace that.
It’s taken us 150 years to get here, and we’re excited and ready to be agile in meeting the Miami
Valley’s needs for the next 150 years.”

The campus will open in phases, with initial use focused on administrative functions, youth
programming, and community rentals, including long-term small business leases. “Our first priority is to get this right. There are very few organizations that are afforded the opportunity to think about their mission in a way that feeds community,” Isom said. “We have built a task force of local community leaders and stakeholders, from funding to strategic planning tooperations, and the support we’ve received from the Huber Heights community is palpable.”

That includes the property’s first onsite service project – a reflection courtyard and friendship fire ring
– installed in July 2020 by Huber Heights youth Micah and Sarai Combs as their Eagle Scout
capstone. Sarai is a member of the first class of female Eagle Scouts in the Miami Valley; the
siblings’ project, with an in-kind value of more than $4,000, took 26 volunteer hours to complete.

Founded in 1870, YWCA Dayton has been at the forefront of the most critical social movements —
from voting rights and civil rights, to affordable housing and pay equity, to violence prevention and
health care reform.

At YWCA Dayton, we:

• Operate the only domestic violence shelters and rape crisis center in Montgomery and
Preble Counties, as well as the area’s longest-running 24/7 crisis hotline: 937-222-SAFE,
which responds to more than 7,000 calls every year.
• Provide affordable housing and support services for women and families who are victims of
abuse or experiencing sudden or chronic homelessness. In 2020, 598 individuals in 291
households were helped by YW housing programs.
• Empower teens to explore and achieve their highest potential through Girls LEAD!, a
signature curriculum of educational and prevention outreach programming, and engage men and boys in preventing violence against women and girls through AMEND Together, an in-
school prevention education program. More than 300 youth were served in 2020.

• Advocate for legislative priorities that address racial justice and civil rights, women’s
economic empowerment, and women’s health and safety. In 2019-20, YWCA Dayton
endorsed 27 pieces of legislation and met with 26 public officials.

Dixon’s Violin on the patio at The Brightside

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Join us for a rare opportunity to experience Dixon’s mesmerizing music, as seen on TED.com, at Electric Forest, & Burning Man.
Safety protocols: This is an outdoor event. Attendance is limited to allow for ample social-distancing. Please seat yourself at least 6 feet away from people you don’t live with. Masks are encouraged while entering/leaving the space and should be worn if/when having conversations with people you don’t live with. If you are feeling ill or having any COVID symptoms, please stay home and we will happily honor your refund request. We want you all to be comfortable and safe!

Yoga with Goats!

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Enjoy the serenity of Secret Eden with our one hour easy flow yoga practice (all levels) as our herd of Pygmy and Nigerian Dwarf goats and kids meander among you under a cover of pine and catalpa trees. The yoga pasture overlooks a large pond filled with water lilies and lotus.

Following yoga enjoy a short hike around the pond with the goats. Plan to arrive a half hour early to sign in and spend time taking selfies and meeting the herd. Practice having goats on your back.

 

Cost per session is is $30 cash, check or credit/debit card.

CAUTION! – MEN AT WORK…for CLOTHES THAT WORK!

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One of Dayton’s most beloved fundraisers is back…and the Men are RED HOT this year! Clothes that Work presents their annual ‘MEN AT WORK’  an online competition featuring local businessmen and community leaders raising funds for the organization.   25 ‘Role Models’ share their story and their professional image for three weeks as they campaign for votes. Every vote is a $5 donation to Clothes that Work. The result is funds raised for a good cause and the Role Model with the most votes is awarded ‘Ambassador of the Year’!

Lagman is the reigning champ!

Last year’s reigning champion, Shawn Lagman shared his feelings about the worthwhile contest. ‘It is awesome to be part of something that helps people who are trying to better themselves.  There is something in helping others overcome adversity that tends to get people involved in making a difference!’ Lagman had some sage advice for this year’s ‘male models.’  ‘Dive in HEAD FIRST!

Talk to everyone about what you are doing. Use your resources, connect through social media. Tell people about the great work CTW does…they will want to help!’ Lagman loved the mission behind the event adding, ‘People feel how they look. Clothes that Work allows people to feel confident!’

CTW Executive Director Cindy Garner

‘Clothes That Work, builds new starts.’ says Executive Director, Cindy Garner.  ‘Proper interview attire can be THE barrier to getting work for some job seekers. A new outfit changes perspectives, builds confidence and creates possibilities for our clients.’   Garner loves the ‘Men at Work‘ event and feels it showcases just how giving the Dayton Community is. ‘It is a fun way to get our message out to the public. We are so hopeful to break all records this year!’   The kick-off party takes place Monday, April 26th at Tender Mercy. ‘The venue is just amazing, and it allowed us to snatch Branden Fugate (TM bartender), a true contender!’  You can watch the event virtually by clicking the Facebook link: https://fb.me/e/29eT9k1RA.

 

John Capobianco impressed by Dayton community.

Helping lead the charge this year is NYC transplant, John Capobianco. ‘I was so fortunate to be introduced to CTW from a friend in the events business, Nick Warrington. He told me about this contest, and I knew I wanted to be involved.’ Capobianco bring years of events experience with him from NYC, and is impressed by Dayton’s dedication to charitable organizations. ‘Listen, the boutique rivals anything New York has to offer. And the idea that CTW empowers people to grow in self-confidence and self-worth is really fantastic!’  The impressive boutique is located  at 1133 S. Edwin C. Moses Blvd., Suite 392 and open Monday – Friday: 10AM to 2PM, Second Saturday of Each Month: 9AM to Noon.

Philip Drennen loves the mission behind the modeling!

‘Men at Work‘ really is about guys giving their time, looks and energy to make a difference. One entry this year, Dare To Defy’s Philip Drennen put it like this, ‘I knew so little about Clothes the Work. When I was asked to participate it went beyond just doing the modeling for this. I am dedicated to doing my part to help people get that interview that could and will change their life!’ Drennen is hoping for a whopping 300 votes, and the title of ‘2021 Ambassador of the Year!’  ‘I am in the entertainment industry,’ Drennen said. ‘We have had to alter our lives during the pandemic, and I know for many entertainers, corporate interviews are a new way of doing things. Clothe that Work will likely be helping some of my entertainment industry friends!’

You can support Clothes that Work by donating some of your own gently used professional clothes. CTW accepts donations by appointment Monday -Friday, simply go to this site.

 

 

 

 

Human Race Theatre Company Debuts New Streaming Production

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The Human Race Theatre Company is excited to announce that you can experience the magic of local professional theatre from the comfort of your home. Love, time, and starting over is at the heart of Now and Then by Sean Grennan, filmed on location at Dayton’s own Mudlick Tap House, kicking off our 35th season by continuing our tradition of celebrating the best our community has to offer. It will be available exclusively on the streaming platform Broadway On-Demand starting April 28, 2021 – the 35th birthday of The Human Race.

 

In the face of an unprecedented year, we’ve needed to be more creative than ever before.  “Our timing of this first production marks both our commitment to keeping our artists safe while also celebrating our 35 years as Dayton’s professional theatre company,” states Human Race Artistic Director and Founding Member, Kevin Moore.  “Unlike previous ‘pandemic projects,’ this production is fully staged on location and filmed by another first for us.  This allows us to share our work with our audience while keeping everyone safe until we can return to in-person performances at the Loft Theatre.”   Local production company WorldStage Media did the filming.

The play takes us to a neighborhood bar in 1981 where Jamie is closing up when a last-minute customer enters and offers Jamie and his girlfriend Abby $2,000 to sit and have a drink with him.  Who wouldn’t take it?  But the unusual conversation, and the appearance of a second customer, make the unbelievable begin to look like it just might be true.

Director Marya Spring Cordes has assembled an amazing quartet of actors.  Playing the couple Jamie and Abby are a real-life married couple, Justin McCombs and Maggie Lou Rader. And as the unexpected customers are Human Race Resident Actor and Founding Member Scott Stoney, and local actress Libby Holley Scancarello.

The fifth character in the play is the bar, and we are grateful to Mudlick Tap House for providing the location for our production.  Our Director of Photography, Editor and head of film production is Shaunn Baker of WorldStage Media. Our production Stage Manager is Jacquelyn Duncan. Costume by Janet G. Powell;  Scenic Elements and Props by Alexander Capeneka; Lighting by John Rensel;  Sound by Jay Brunner.

Now and Then will be available on the Broadway on Demand platform from April 28 – May 9, 2021.  Current subscribers will receive an email with their personal link to watch the show.  Single tickets now available at Broadway on Demand by using this link:  https://livestream.broadwayondemand.com/human-race/

 

Free Chipotle For HealthCare Workers

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Chipotle Mexican Grill today announced it is giving away 250,000 burritos to healthcare heroes!

Starting Thursday, the fast-casual restaurant chain says it will give 250,000 codes for free burritos to nurses, medical providers and hospital providers.

Sign up begins at 1pm April 29 at https://giving.chipotle.com/healthcareheroes.

To get this freebie, health care workers will have to confirm eligibility with ID.me, a verification service. According to the offer’s fine print, a copy of an employee ID or other information is required.

There’s a limit of one application per person. After applications are verified, an email will be sent within seven days and eligible applicants will get a code redeemable for one free adult entree. The codes expire May 31.

Pop Up Drive in Movie Theater Experience

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Liftoff Entertainment has launched a new seriesWheels and Reels, a  Drive In Theater Experience Held at Top of the Market at 32 Webster St in Dayton, you can load up your car, grab food and beverages from the Market and catch a flick on the on a 40ft  Movie Screen. Owner Jay Nigro says,
“our goal is to host Covid friendly events. These events are almost a transition into what events used to be.  They allow you to get out of the house and attend an event in a safe manor. Tickets are based on parking spots not a per person rate. A single ticket allows as many people that can legally ride in the vehicle to enjoy the movie.”
Scheduled Movies:
April 29 – The Goonies
May 6 – Back to the Future
May 13 – Jurassic Park – premium viewing parking spots are already sold out for this show.
Parking Lot will open at 7:30pm.  Movies will start 15 min after sunset (approx 8:45pm)
Upon arriving you will be greeted and directed to a parking space by one of our parking coordinators. You are welcome to bring chairs and sit in front of your car. Tune your cars radio to 105.3FM to hear the movie. You are also welcome to bring a portable radio if you wish to sit outside of your car
Pricing is $30 per carload for general admission and $40 per carload for Premium View Spots. Tickets can be purchased from www.WheelsAndReelsDYT.com. Ticketed guests will be informed via email if there is any change due to weather.  Rain checks/Rain Date will be given if the event is cancelled.
Liftoff’s professional outdoor theater experience is also perfect for community events, backyard movie nights, neighborhood block parties, or watching the big game. Rentals start at $200 and screens range in size from 10ft to the big 40 ft screen.

Mother’s Day Dining Options for 2021

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Mother’s Day is on Sunday, May 9, 2021

According to National Restaurant Association research, approximately 87 million adults said they would dine out on Mother’s Day. Let us help you make this Mother’s Day special with delicious specials to celebrate the ladies we love. From  mimosas to prix-fixe menus for brunch, lunch or dinner, or a carry out meal, our local restaurants are serving it all up to celebrate Mom this year. Read on to find the perfect place to celebrate the mom in your life.

This list is a work in progress, we’ll keep adding to it as we hear from more restaurants.

Amber Rose   

 937-228-2511    1400 Valley St, Dayton

Brunch Buffet 10am – 2pm

Adults $30  Kids under ten $10

Scrambled Eggs • French Toast Bake • Omelet Cassarole • Biscuits & Gravy • Chicken & Waffles • Honey Ham • Salmon • Carving Station • Cabbbage Rolls • Herb Roasted Pork Loin • Kids Chicken Tenders • Bacon • Sausage • Potatoes O’Brien •Potato Pancakes • Mac & Cheese • Smashed Potatoes • Home-style Green Beans • Fresh Fruit • Breakfast Breads • Spinach Salad • Cherry Almond Bread Pudding • Apple Crisp • Pies

Bravo

2770 Miamisburg Centerville Rd, Miamisburg
(937) 439-1294

Brunch 11am – 3pm
Berries & Cream French Toast, Scrambled Eggs & Bacon and more—including featured cocktails and entrée specials.

21 W. Market St, Germantown
937-855-7759
Mother’s Day  Buffet 10:30am – 6:30pm – reservations required
Dine-in $24.99, Children under 8 $10.99
Breakfast foods served until 2pm: scrambled eggs, bacon, ham, sausage gravy with biscuits
Dinner foods served beginning at noon: pork loin, roast beef, chicken and dumplings, green beans, baked beans, corn casserole, massed potatoes, dinner rolls with butter

Georges Family Restaurant

5216 N Dixie Dr Dayton

(937) 275-0705

Open Mother’s Day 7am-3pm with regular menu

Giovanni’s

215 W Main St, Fairborn
(937) 878-1611 Reservations are STRONGLY suggested! 11am-8pm

Untraditional Buffet Plan :
Salad, Appetizer, and Main Entrée items will be in the kitchen and served as they are ordered.
*Choose as much of the salads and appetizers as you would like.
Traditional, Caesar, 7-layer, Pasta… all the ones you love!)
* Choose 2 main entrees.
(Lasagna, Prime Rib, Salmon, Pork Loin and other favorites!)
* Visit the dessert buffet to fix your sweet tooth! All items will be on the buffet, individually plated.
320 W National Road, Englewood
(937) 832-2765
Mother’s Day High Tea – on the website to order.
You are able to choose pick for Saturday, May 8th or Sunday, May 9th.
You can also choose dine-in Sunday, May 9th. No time reservation needed. Orders will be ready all day.
What’s included in Simple Package $50.  “Elegant” package includes two of everything listed below $75
Finger Sandwiches-Cucumber and cream cheese,  Egg salad, Ham and cheese,Turkey roll ups
Scones-English, White chocolate chip, Blueberry, Cranberry orange
Desserts-Pink macarons, Mini cheesecake topped with fruit, Mini Victoria sponge cake, Eclairs
Tea-Elderberry blackberry, Vanilla caramel chai, Vanilla bean macaron, English breakfast

Jay’s Seafood

225 E 6th St, Dayton
(937) 222-2892
noon – 9pm
regular menu available all day

Lily’s Dayton

329 E 5th St, Dayton in the Oregon District
(937) 723-7637

Offering a Special Mother’s Day Prix Fixe Menu only.  Dine in, carryout, or delivery. The bar will be open to sell DORA drinks for outside consumption as part of Out on 5th. Additionally, we are offering pre-ordered, ready-to-eat Mother’s Day lunch and dinner meals that serve 2 or 4 people and can be combined to make great take out options for larger parties!

Mill’s Park Hotel

321 Xenia Ave, Yellow Springs
(937) 319-0400

Buffet Brunch- two seatings 11am & 1pm- reserve online.
Chocolate & Almond Croissants, Yogurt & Granola, Fresh Fruit, Raspberry Cream Cheese French Toast, Biscuits & Sausage Gravy, Hashbrown Casserole, Chicken & Waffles, Water, Coffee & Lemonade

Adults $35, Children 12

Salar

400 E 5th St, Oregon District
937-321-4384

Each meal comes with salad and dessert for two with choice of entrée. Place your order by Friday, May 7th. Pick up on Sunday, May 9th between 3pm and 5pm.
Smoked Salmon Ravioli $69.99
Roasted Chicken Breast $59.99
Filet mignon $79.99

Smith’s Boathouse 

439 N. Elm Street, Troy OH 45373
Call for Reservations (937) 335-3837

Mother’s Day Brunch  10am – 2pm

A few of the Entrees include:
Steak & Eggs $34
Chicken and Waffles $16
Boathouse Surf & Turf $48
Blackened Salmon $27
Chicken Oscar $26
Fried Shrimp $15

Stella Bleu

20 North Fountain Springfield
(937) 717-0478
3 course Mother’s Day Meal  $25/person  Seatings at 11am or 1pm

(no Sunday liquor service)

1st course: cinnamon foccacia

2nd course choices: Strawberries & Cream French Toast, Banana’s Foster Waffle, Huevos Benedict,
Steak and Eggs, Vegan Gumbo
3rd course Chocolate torte or cinnamon roll bread pudding

The Dayton Woman’s Club

225 N. Ludlow St, Dayton
937-524-5103
Buffet Brunch 11am – 3pm  Adults $24.95, Children 6-12 $9.95
Rich Tate Catering  presents: Fresh fruit, scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, roasted potatoes, grits, biscuits, fried chicken, baked fish, cavatappi mac & Cheese, fresh balsamic green beats, her rice pilaf, garden salad, vegetarian lasagna & assorted desserts

The Golden Lamb

27 S. Broadway St., Lebanon
 513-932-5065
Mother’s Day Hours:  noon – 8pm
Whether you’re dining in or eating at home, we have a delicious meal planned to help you celebrate Mom! Visit goldenlamb.com/dine/ to explore all our dine in and take & bake options!

Watermark

20 S 1st St, Miamisburg
(937) 802-0891

Mother’s Day Brunch 10am – 2pm

Brunch menu choices:  Kentucky Hot Brown, Avocado Toast, Crab Bake Bowl, Stuffed French Toast, Pork Belly Hash, Omelet of the day.