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Archives for April 2022

Earth Month Scavenger Hunt

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With the power of the 3 Rs — Reduce, Reuse and Recycle — you can solve riddles to help save the planet!  Centerville-Washington Park District wants to help you learn ways to save the Earth a little each day throughout the year. Each Friday a new clue will be released to a park location and activity to help you achieve Planeteer superhero status!

After successfully completing each week’s location and activity, prizes will be awarded to all participants. One lucky participant will win a grand prize.

Register here.

FIRST-TIME REGISTRANTS: If you are a resident of Centerville/Washington Township, please enter Dayton as your city when creating an account. The system WILL NOT recognize you as a resident if you enter Centerville or Washington Township as your city.

Coco’s Reveals New Menu

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In 1996 the original Coco’s opened on 5th Street in the Oregon District (the building is now home to Lucky’s). In 2005 Coco’s Bistro opened at 515 Wayne Ave (where Wheat Penny is now). In 2011 they moved to their current location at 250 Warren Street.  With each move they’ve grown the business and continued to evolve their menu.  They currently describe their business as approachable, delightful food in an elegant atmosphere. Keeping up with their desire to change, they’ve just introduced their newest menus. And don’t worry their grilled cheese and tomato bisque is still on the menu.

Lunch is served Monday through Friday starting at 11:30am.

Dinner service is offered Monday – Saturday beginning at 5pm.

Also don’t forget Coco’s has 2 patio’s for dining al fresco, a private dining room that seats up to 64 and a special events space “The Plate” upstairs that can seat up to 80 guests. Their private event spaces are all equipped with wifi and projection capabilities.

You can make dining reservations online via their website or by calling the restaurant at (937) 228-2626.

Coco’s, an independent bistro near Downtown Dayton. Extensive but affordable wine list and plenty of free parking.

 

 

Canoegrass Returns For 2022

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Canoegrass is a playing in the water, laughing with friends kind of bluegrass festival and campout.  Canoegrass is returning for its 8th year on August 5-6, 2022! Organizer Tom Helbig says “he’s  stoked to build on the positive energy at MastersOutdoor Retreat. This private property near Sidney, OH offers something for everyone.”

The signature water scene stays alive on this 11 acre property. It features a 2 acre pond, lake zipline, blob, sand volleyball court and playground. It is conveniently located 45 miles north of Dayton, OH. Just minutes west of Interstate 75 in Houston, OH.

The 2022 lineup will feature regional performers and daily open mic sessions.  There will be  a mix of progressive bluegrass, folk, americana, old-timey with an occasional wild card. Schedule to be announced soon.

 

August 5-6, 2022: Masters Outdoor Retreat in Houston, OH. 

Weekend Highlights include:

Lake front stage featuring regional acts – included in ticket
Camping – included in ticket
Playground – included in ticket                                                                                                              Swimming – included in ticket
Lake Ziplining – additional fees apply
Blob – additional fees apply
Trampoline and SUP Jousting – included in ticket
Massive Bonfire and Nightly Jam Sessions – included in ticket
Outdoor Shower – included in ticket
Open Mic – included in ticket
Hammock Hangout – Included in ticket
Nightly Happy Hours – included in ticket
Sand Volleyball – included in ticket
Yoga – included in ticket
Family photo – included in ticket
Pello Bikes Wheelie Fun Zone – included in ticket

PURCHASE TICKETS TODAY

Canoegrass is a production of  Tomfoolery Outdoors is a playful outdoor company led by its enthusiastic owner, Tom Helbig, encouraging people to play outside and make a positive difference in the world. Live Active, Laugh More, Inspire All.

 

BBQ Pit Stop Now Open on Smithville

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There’s a new BBQ join in town, but we’ve been eating his meat for six years from his Smoking Barrels food truck. They are the reigning champ of the Yellow Cab BBQ Rodeo in the pulled pork category from the last time the event was held in 2019.

photo credit: Tom Gilliam

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

And yes, the food truck will still be out and about, event with the restaurant opening.

Co-Owner Damon Daniel says he opened the bricks and mortar eatery on April 1st and looks forward to feeding folks year round.

Located at 2615 S. Smithville Road, next to the Sweet Retreat, BBQ Pit Stop will be  open Tuesday – Sunday for carry out or delivery via door dash.

The menu features chopped chicken, pulled pork, chopped brisket and fried ribs, as well as burgers and loaded fries and nachos.  Sides include slaw, kraut, baked beans, green beans, cheesy potatoes, crinkly fires and mixed greens with ham. They offer two sauces, sweet or spicy.

 

The loaded nacho’s start with crinkle fries or tortilla chips, and then are stacked high with your choice of pork, chicken or ground beef, your choice of side on top of the meat and all drizzled with nacho cheese served with pickles and jalapenos.

The fried ribs are seasoned with a BBQ rub then battered and deep fried.

While we were there, they were experimenting with some ideas for a brunch menu.  We tried the deep fried sausage biscuit with gravy and we’d order it again if it makes the menu.

BBQ Pit Stop

2615 S Smithville Road
Dayton, OH 45420

Hours:

Tues – Thurs 11am -8pm
Fri & Sat 11am – 10pm
Sun 11am – 6pm

 

Troy Furniture Store Owner Raising Funds for Ukraine

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The situation in Ukraine is no secret, and Troy’s Barefoot Furniture Co., a small custom furniture shop, wants to use their talent and platform to leverage support from the Ukraine community. They started reaching out to companies they use, and in a matter of a few days were able to pull together all of the components necessary to build an amazing one of a kind coffee table that we could raffle off to people for donating to Ukraine relief!

With the support of their sponsors, they are excited to offer this coffee table to one of you! The top of the table is covered in an epoxy inlayed engraving that is based off of traditional Ukrainian folk art known as Petrykivka.  Owner Drew Larck shares,
“It’s Ukrainian folk art that I found online, actually, is the design on there. It was about 14 hours of carve time on the CNC, then probably another 15 hours worth of labor that went into it. I couldn’t think of a more beautiful and fitting piece of artwork to grace the top of this piece!”

So here are the details!

-Any donations are welcome and highly appreciated!

-$25 Donations count for 1 ticket into the raffle

-$100 Donations count for 5 tickets into the raffle

-$500 Donations count for 30 tickets into the raffle

-The table measure 40″ long, 17.5″ tall, and 22″ wide

-They will ship the table anywhere in the Lower 48

-They will draw the winner on 4/8/22

The raffle goal is to raise $2500. Make your donation here.  The money then goes to a fundraiser for Samaritan’s Purse, a humanitarian aid organization that’s working to bring relief to Ukrainians.

10 Nonprofits Events To Support This April

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We know the Miami Valley is generous and can always be counted on to support the various causes of our local community. Here we’ve highlighted some events that will make a difference in our community. We hope you’ll choose to attend at least one of these friendraisers.

 

April 8 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Bourbon & Blues

The Mall at Fairfield Commons
2727 Fairfield Commons Blvd, Beavercreek, OH

Tickets $30 – $40 

Here’s what you get with your ticket: 

– A fun night out with proceeds benefiting Beavercreek Chamber of Commerce’s community initiatives 

– A flight of 4 bourbon tastings and a presentation by Indian Creek Distillery (additional tastings available for purchase) 

– Two hours of live music by “Authorized Personnel” 

– A selection of appetizers from local eateries 

– Desserts from Nothing Bundt Cakes 

– Raffle opportunities for special bottles of select bourbons 

– Live painting performance by Raise Your Brush (painting to be silent auctioned) 

– Other beverages available for purchase provided by BJ’s Brewhouse

Wear your favorite “blue” attire! 

Proceeds will go to support the Chamber’s initiatives to promote and support the local business community.

 

Saturday, April 9, 2022. 7 pm
Wright State’s ArtsGala
VIP Reception: 6—7 p.m.
Creative Arts Center

Wright State’s ArtsGala is known as one of the premier arts events in Dayton. Each year, our guests are treated to a wealth of top-notch performances by Wright State’s talented students in art, music, theatre, dance, and motion pictures. In 2022, ArtsGala returns with a fresh, new look and will continue to fund the dreams of students in the fine and performing arts as they work diligently to pursue careers as performers, movie directors, musicians, and artists.

As always, the ArtsGala event is black tie optional. Wright State’s current COVID-19 protocols do not require guests to wear masks or be vaccinated, however, any changes to the policy will be communicated in advance of the event.  Purchase tickets here.

 

April 10 @ 11:30 am
Speakeasy X Square One
Speakeasy Yoga 510 E. 3rd St, Dayton, OH
Feel good, look good, do good! Join Square One and Speakeasy Yoga on the morning of April 10th at 11:30 for Yoga and Blowouts, all to help support our furry friends at SICSA.

Start at Speakeasy with a 60-minute vinyasa flow class led by yoga teacher and Speakeasy Yoga Studio owner Tori Reynolds, then head over to Square one for Blowouts and Mini Spa Services. Finally, to top it all off, enjoy a with a meet and greet of some of SICSA’s four-legged finest who are in need of a good home.
Tickets are $50 for both the yoga class and your Square One services. All proceeds from this event will go to SICSA’s Guardian Angel fund that helps rescued pets receive life saving surgeries.
Preregister and purchase your ticket online using this link: https://yoga.speakeasydayton.com/external_form?e=6310442…
*Speakeasy Yoga requires proof of full vaccination for class participation. Please bring your card or a photo and matching ID.

April 22 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Masquerade Ball: A Night of BLU to Remember…
Meadowbrook at Clayton 6001 Salem Ave, Clayton, OH
Celebrate 15 years of Brotherhood, Scholarship, and Service with the Nu Phi Sigma Dayton Alumni Chapter of Phi Beta Sigma. Each ticket will help education/scholarship efforts and other programming for Nu Phi Sigma Chapter initiatives through Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc..
Tickets $45

April 23 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Packard Spring Fling
America’s Packard Museum 420 S. Ludlow St., Dayton, OH
30th Anniversary Packard Spring Fling Banquet Guest Speaker​ Dancing ​ ​Online Ticket Sales are available by clicking HERE. You can also

30th Anniversary Packard Spring Fling Banquet

Guest Speaker​ & Dancing
​Online $ 85 Ticket Sales are available by clicking HERE.

April 28 @ 8:00 am – 9:00 am
Champions for Children
The Golf Club at Yankee Trace 10000 Yankee St, Centerville, OH
You are invited to join us for our first annual Champions for Children fundraising breakfast. At Hannah’s Treasure Chest, we provide so much more than the distribution of necessities for children in need. We prioritize the health, safety, and dignity of each child we serve and give them the opportunity to feel seen and valued with every item chosen just for them.

HTC is the only organization in Southwest Ohio that freely distributes all the items a child might need to grow and thrive from birth to adulthood. Through our 70 community partners, we meet caregivers where they are and support them during difficult times as they work to secure their families. As the need increases in our community, HTC’s dedicated volunteers and staff remain unwaveringly committed to serving vulnerable children in Southwest Ohio. We invite you to join us and become a Champion for Children.

Register here, tickets $50

April 28 @ 5:30 pm
On Cloud Wine
Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center 1 W 2nd St, Dayton, OH

Join us for some relaxation and escape the April showers preparing to embrace the May flowers. ON CLOUD WINE in the Wintergarden at the Schuster Center will be a night to remember! Tickets include the option to taste more than 30 different bottles of wine, appetizers, a souvenir tasting glass, parking in The Arts Garage, and a retail store to take your favorite bottles home with you!

Tickets are $60, purchase online here.

April 29 @ 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Annual Art Auction

The Co’s popular Annual Art Auction returns! Sip, snack, admire and bid with friends and artists in the Arcade’s magnificent Rotunda. Over 100 works of original art up for grabs at the most eclectic art party in town. To honor the history of the Dayton Arcade’s architecture and to bring out the vibrancy of the artwork, we request that all wear black and white artsy attire.

Free Parking. Ample hors d’oeuvres. Cash Bars.

Member Price: $75; Non-Member: $90; At the Door: $100

SILENT AUCTION 

  • Early bidding begins online Wednesday, April 27 at 10 am and closes Friday, April 29 at 9.45 pm. (no fee to bid online)
  • Join us at the Annual Art Auction on April 29 to see all of the Silent Art Auction items in person and bid from your phone

LIVE AUCTION

  • The Live Auction will take place in The Co’s gallery at 8 pm on Friday, April 29
  • Bidders must register at the event
  • Proxy bids available

April 30 @ 8:00 am – 11:00 am
Fight for Air Climb
Day Air Ballpark 220 North Patterson Boulevard, Dayton, OH
COVID-19. Lung Cancer. Lung disease. Clean Air. That’s why we Climb. We’re taking the Climb outside in 2022. We’re moving onward and upward, safely and responsibly, so that we can make an impact now to ensure a healthier future for all.

Join us outside for a reimagined Climb. Climb 956 steps of the Day Air Ballpark, and get exclusive field access, when you race the bases! All are welcome to share in this adventure, whether you’re new to the event or a veteran Climber. Elite climbers can choose a Triple Climb Challenge and race 2,868 steps!

Below are the route options for this year’s Fight For Air Climb with stair count totals.

Stadium Climbers: This route will include running the bases & weaving up and down the Lower & upper Bowl at Day Air Stadium for a total of 956 stairs and equates to about a half-mile.

Firefighters and First Responders: This route will include running the bases & weaving up and down the Lower & upper Bowl at Day Air Stadium for a total of 956 stairs and equates to about a half-mile.

Power Hour: This route will include running the bases & weaving up and down the Lower & upper Bowl as many times as you can, in one hour! Choose this climb for the Ultimate Challenge! This participation type has a $250 minimum fundraising requirement.

Climb Your Way (VIRTUAL): We recommend shooting for the 956 stairs the Stadium Climbers will be doing which equates to about a half-mile.

April 30 @ 7:00 pm
Beer & Brewing

Get ready for fun at the farm as Father, Son and Friends entertains us all with their toe-tappin’ Irish tunes along with the McGovern Irish Dancers!

Bring your own chairs to relax and take in the show as you spend time with friends and neighbors.

Your ticket includes up to seven (7) tastes from our local craft brewers who will be set up under the Farm Pavilion. Find your favorite brew and purchase full size beers ($7.00) from any of our brewers or the Bonbright Distributors truck. Warped Wing Brewing Company, Hairless Hare Brewery, and Fifth Street Brewpub (plus more) will join us.

This event will be for those 21 and over. Dress code is nice casual; we recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes as most of the event area is on grassy lawn areas.

100% of your ticket price will support Aullwood’s environmental education programs for local students. Get your ticket online in advance for $30

 

Dayton Neighborhood Leadership Institute Accepting Applications

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The Neighborhood Leadership Institute (NLI) is an annual 13-week program that trains Dayton residents for current or future leadership opportunities in city communities. Workshops are held at various locations and presentations cover topics such as Dayton’s history; the role of City government, the criminal justice system and cultural diversity; skill-building components such as public speaking and small-group dynamics; and a bus tour of Dayton neighborhoods. Class members also complete field assignments to expand their knowledge of Dayton, City government and the community at large.

NLI offers the opportunity to meet and talk with government officials and other decision-makers. It encourages participants to develop a citywide perspective and establish a network of activists across the City.

2022 Sessions:

Kick Off / Getting Your Feet Wet
City Hall: Behind the Scenes
Responding Not Reacting to Conflict
Discovering Dayton: Its History & People
The World of Planning & Public Works
Tour of Dayton Neighborhoods
The Criminal Justice System
Educating Our Future – Dayton Public Schools
Partnering for Neighborhoods
Cultural and Racial Harmony
Presentation Skills for Community Leaders

The application deadline for the 2022 Institute is April 11. Click here for an application.

For further information, contact Verletta Jackson at 937-333-3288 or email.

The Music Man is Coming to La Comedia

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Fast-talking traveling salesman, Harold Hill, cons the people of River City, Iowa, into buying instruments and uniforms for a boys’ band despite the fact that he doesn’t know a trombone from a treble clef. His plans to skip town with the cash are foiled when he falls for Marian, the librarian.

Woodland Cemetery Park Walking Tours 2022

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Woodland Cemetery is a National and State Historic Landmark, considered to be among the loveliest rural cemeteries as well as a unique cultural resource for the residents of Dayton in addition to the visitors of the area. With close to 200 acres to roam, over 3000 trees to enjoy and a multitude of historic figures to discover. Learning about the history of Dayton, Ohio is truly a discovery of American history and ingenuity.

When taking a tour meet at the Eichelberger Plaza at the main gates of the cemetery unless otherwise noted.  Parking is available both inside and outside the gates. Please wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a water bottle if needed. Tours will launch rain or shine, except in the event of thunder or lightning.

The following tour are currently being offered:

Arboretum Tree Tour
With over 3000 trees and 165 native species, Woodland Cemetery is accredited as a Level II Arboretum. We have 25 species of Oak trees and have 10 current or former State Champion Trees. Join tour guide Kay Linden as he gives you an enlightening tour of the Arboretum at Woodland Cemetery.

Cemetery Symbols Tour
Have you ever wandered through a cemetery and wondered about the meanings of the designs carved on old gravestones? Thousands of different religious and secular symbols and emblems have adorned tombstones through the ages, indicating attitudes towards death and the hereafter, membership in a fraternal or social organization, or an individual’s trade, occupation or even ethnic identity. While many of these tombstone symbols have fairly simple interpretations, it is not always easy to determine their meaning and significance. We were not present when these symbols were carved into the stone and can’t claim to know our ancestors’ intentions. They may have included a particular symbol for no other reason than because they thought it was pretty.

Dayton’s Walk of Fame Tour
Dayton’s Walk of Fame was created in 1996 as part of the City of Dayton’s Bicentennial Celebration. Many of those inducted into the walk are resting peacefully at Woodland Cemetery & Arboretum. Some of the featured inductees include: Rev. DeSoto E. Bass, Dr. August F. Foerste, E. E. Barney, Jacob O. Joyce, John A. McMahon, Katherine Kennedy Brown, Charlotte Reeve Conover, Lewis Gunckel and many more.


History, Mystery, Mayhem and Murder Tour
Who confessed on their deathbed of murdering pretty 18 year old Christine Kett? Did Rose Shafor really dress up as a man to help her lover commit a crime? Who killed Julius Kruse? And was the “Cincinnati Ripper” living in Dayton? These stories and more are told in this walk to the grave sites of a victim or perpetrator of a crime. Please note that the tour relates the actual accounts of murders that took place in Dayton. Graphic details are given and may not be appropriate for all audiences.

This 2 hour tour may be deemed strenuous by some and is not recommended for children or elderly patrons or those who may have trouble walking long distances through hilly and uneven grassy areas.

History, Mystery, Mayhem and Murder Lantern Tour
Are you ready to tour the cemetery in the near dark? Join us for our lantern tour!

Who confessed on their deathbed of murdering pretty 18 year old Christine Kett? Did Rose Shafor really dress up as a man to help her lover commit a crime? Who killed Julius Kruse? And was the “Cincinnati Ripper” living in Dayton? These stories and more are told in this walk to the grave sites of a victim or perpetrator of a crime. Please note that the tour relates the actual accounts of murders that took place in Dayton. Graphic details are given and may not be appropriate for all audiences.

This 2 hour tour may be deemed strenuous by some and is not recommended for children or elderly patrons or those who may have trouble walking long distances through hilly and uneven grassy areas.

Luminaries of Dayton Tour
On this tour, you’ll visit the grave sites of the people who are resting peacefully in Section 101 of Woodland Cemetery including the Wright Brothers and family, Paul Laurence Dunbar, Medal of Honor recipient Charles Goodwin Bickham, lawyers Grafton Kennedy and Sylvester Carr, the Mead family, brewery owners George Schantz and Frederick Olt, Electra C. Doren, Katharine Kennedy Brown, John Alexander Collins, reverends Edward A. Puff and William J. Shuey and many more.

Military Tour
This guided tour through Woodland honors our fallen and military service heroes from the Revolutionary War to the Vietnam War.

Street Names of Dayton
If you’ve ever driven through Woodland Cemetery you may have noticed that many of the monuments have the names of many of the streets in Dayton. On this tour, we’ll introduce you to the men and women whose streets bear their name and how they contributed to the history of Dayton.

Meet at the Eichelberger Plaza at the main gates of the cemetery. Parking is available both inside and outside the gates. Please wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a water bottle if needed. Tours will launch rain or shine, except in the event of thunder or lightning.

Woodland Headstone Cleaning and Restoration Beginners Class, May 7th
Woodland is pleased to partner with gravestone restoration expert Misti Spillman as she conducts a series of workshops for those who are interested in headstone cleaning and restoration. This workshop will be conducted at Woodland Cemetery and Arboretum from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, May 7, 2022. Cost is $30 per person for the Beginners class. You will receive hands on, one-on-one and group instruction on headstone preservation techniques including: fixing breaks, resetting, cleaning and how to mix proper mortars for stone repair. You will also receive a Headstone Cleaning Starter Kit that will include all of the tools needed for the day. The entire workshop will be spent in the cemetery. A break for lunch will be provided. Please feel free to bring a lunch or visit any of the restaurants on Brown Street.

Misti Spillman has a background in researching and restoring cemeteries. She worked as an AmeriCorps member at the Ohio History Connection and serves as a reference and liaison to numerous museums and historical societies throughout Ohio. Misti is the owner of Reviving Cemeteries, LLC.

Women of Woodland
Meet some of Dayton’s most interesting and exciting women in history. You’ll hear about homemaker turned author, Erma Bombeck; madam and real estate owner, Lib Hedges; a visionary for the physically handicapped and disabled, Anna Barney Gorman; Queen of the Gypsies, Matilda Stanley; librarian innovator, Electra C. Doren; Dayton historical author, Charlotte Reeve Conover; rodeo rider, Marquerite Doane; famous actress and woman scorned, Mrs. Leslie Carter and many, many more.

Woodland Historic Tour
Founded in 1841, Woodland is one of the oldest rural cemeteries in the United States. Visit the final resting place of the Wright Brothers, Paul Laurence Dunbar, Erma Bombeck, James Ritty, the Stanley Family, the Mead Family, George Newcom and many other famous and infamous Daytonians.

Woodland Indoor Mausoleum Tour
Let your eyes explore the beauty of woodland themed art as you learn about the stained glass windows, the Parsifal mosaic and magnificent European marble located in the Woodland Mausoleum. You will also learn about many of the prominent Daytonian’s resting peacefully within including Charles F. Kettering, Virginia W. Kettering, Jeraldyne Blunden, James Parsons, Jr., Clara Weisenborn and many, many more.

Woodland Outdoor Mausoleums Tour
As you drive through Woodland Cemetery you will see magnificent structures with family names carved into the stonework. These family mausoleums not only reflect the men who commissioned the work but the industry in which they served. This guided walking tour will explore the architecture and styling of the mausoleum and you will learn more about the lives lived by the men and women entombed within.

To reserve a spot on one of these tours for just $5, please reserve online.

Venus Rising Spring Wellness Workshop

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Spring is around the corner! The Brightside is hosting a spring wellness reset, with an emphasis on recovering our spirits from the impact of the pandemic, and a tough winter. These have been stressful times! Participants will spend time soothing their spirit with sessions on Sound Healing, Somatic Trauma Resolution, Meditating from the heart, Yoga, Movement, Ayurveda, and more. It’s an afternoon of self-care that we all deserve!

SCHEDULE OF EVENT:

12:30pm – Doors Open / Mingle – Participants can take dosha quiz and enjoy tea

1pm – Welcome / Sound Bath Healing – 20 min

1:20pm – Somatic Trauma Resolution (help our nervous system recover from the pandemic) – 60 min

  • Includes: Lymph Drainage for Immunity and Allergy removal techniques for Self Care and Spring Renewal with Anjali Brannon from Ayurveda Natural Health Center (the Midwest’s premier full-service Ayurvedic & Holistic haven for wellness in Dayton, Ohio.

2:20pm – Self expression activity – 30 min

2:50pm – Gentle Yoga with Luna – 40 min

3:30pm – Heartfulness Meditation Intro & Cleaning – 40 min

4:10pm – Movement Class / DJ session – 40 min (with The Emissary of O.H.M Scorpius Max -he hails from The Frequency Music Complex. A conscientious society of music lovers who facilitate spiritual connections; forged by the listening ear and the dancing body.

How to Go?

Venus Rising Spring Wellness Workshop

Sunday, April 10th from 1pm – 5pm.  Doors open at 12:30pm

Brightside Music & Event Venue at 905 E 3rd St, Dayton – Note: This event is in the Upside Loft (stairs only available);

Limited availability space. Advanced registration is required! Please bring a yoga mat.

A portion of the proceeds benefits Dayton Heartfulness.

Tickets available here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/venus-rising-spring-wellness-workshop-tickets-275638571387

Wedded Bliss: Square One Salon Takes Top Bridal Honor.

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We all love to hear about local success stories, and for Square One Salons, the honor of Best Bridal Make-Up (Ohio Weddings Magazine)  and a nomination for the yet to be named Best Hair Salon (Columbus Weddings) have recently come to light!

‘It all comes from the idea of going above and beyond for wedding guests,’ says Square One Brand Director, Laura Belle. ‘We try and ensure the entire day is relaxing and stress free at each location. We have wedding coordinators who take the pressure off the bridal party. We are aware that timing, level of service and just having a good time are part of the process. That’s the great thing about being a full-service salon, we have the ability to do it all!’

Square One has been riding high in recent months with ‘Best of…’ awards and ‘Outstanding Salons….’ recognition. ‘At Square One our guests are always number one. We know and understand there are so many moving parts on that special day! We consider all the factors when booking a wedding. We are fortunate to have many service providers on one team, under one roof! Our bridal parties love to bring in food and beverages…basically the whole PARTY into the salon! And why not? It’s their day!’ Belle continues. ‘Our make-up teams are magnificent. They are studied and really take the day seriously, but keep up that light energy that brides crave on the big day!’

Not all clients are eager to visit a salon, they choose off-site for their wedding day. ‘No Problem,’ says Belle. ‘Our teams love off-site events. We have a separate  menu for that, and we send the same Square One experienced team for these moments!’  Ohio has many, many salons and for Square One, the idea that they received mention in Ohio Weddings reinforces their drive to continue forward with their style of business and culture. ‘We stick to what works. Our make-up teams, actually all of our teams, get continuing education on all things related to weddings. We refuse to stay stagnant. Our teams are growing and we are elevating our skills on the regular.’

Square One, now over 20 years in the salon industry, sees a strong future with bridal a big part! ‘This company is all about enjoyment. We want the same for our guests, brides, homecomings, you name it….the experience here is always welcoming, fun and enjoyable!’ Belle says with a smile!

Square One Salons have 6 locations in Columbus, Oak Creek, University of Dayton, Downtown Dayton, Downtown Columbus and New Albany. They are headquartered in the Cannery Building in Dayton.

For information on Bridal, go to

https://www.squareonesalon.com

 

 

 

 

 

Dayton at Work and Play: Cayman K

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Met a new artist recently at Front Street. He’s Ahmad Kane, better known as Cayman K. He refers to himself as an outsider folk artist.
I understand that he used to paint on canvas, but now does most of his work on scrap wood and other found objects. Since making that switch his work has become more popular and he is now widely collected. Most of his selling is done online, but you can see his work tonight during First Friday. He’s in the Annex Building on the 2nd floor

Easter Sunday Brunches for 2022

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Easter Sunday is typically a day to celebrate spring, hunt for eggs and baskets filled with chocolate treats, and enjoy the day with your family. Most businesses are suggesting reservations, and we suggest you make them soon, as many places are filling up very quickly.  This round-up is a work in progress, so keep checking back for updates.

1elevenflavorhouse
111 West First Street, Dayton

Plated brunch entree options include curry shrimp & grits, smoked salmon, flavor rolls, crispy chicken sandwich, cajun fried fish & shrimp basket, pepper-jack portobello fritata, southern salad and specialty waffeles. You can make reservations of 5 or less on our website or call. Any reservation with a party of more than 5 please call the restaurant at 937-259-8030.

Amber Rose Restaurant  SOLD OUT
1400 Valley St, Dayton, OH

entrées
Scrambled Eggs •Biscuits & Gravy • Chicken & Waffles • Honey Ham •French Toast Bake • Omelet Casserole •Salmon•Herb Roasted Pork Loin • Kids Chicken Tenders • Carving Station • Cabbage Rolls

side dishes
Bacon • Sausage • Potatoes O’Brien • Pastries • Potato Pancakes • Mac & Cheese •Smashed Potatoes • Home-style Green Beans • Spinach Salad

desserts
Fresh Fruit Breakfast Breads • Cherry Almond Bread Pudding • Apple Crisp • Pies

Adults $32 • Kids (under 10) $12

Black Rock Bar & Grill
2745 Fairfield Commons Blvd, Beavercreek

Easter Brunch this Sunday from 10am until 2pm.

Andouille Sausage Tacos, Black Rock Steak Skillet, Traditional Breakfast, French Toast & Bacon, One Eye Lucy with Fries, Caesar Chicken Wrap with Fries, Salmon with Salad.  $3 Bloody Marys & Mimosas!  Full regular menu available all day too!

The Blue Berry Cafe
72 Bellbrook Plz, Bellbrook

Seating 7am until 1:00pm!
Southwest Veggie Omelet – Black Bean Burger Crumble, Corn, Onion, Peppers, Cilantro. Topped with White Queso and Avocado Smash!
Bacon Spinach Quiche – Bacon, Sun Dried Tomatoes, Spinach, Kale, & Mozzarella Cheese. Topped with our Tiger Sauce! 🐅
Roasted Portabella & Smoked Gouda Quiche *LIMITED* Portabella Mushroom, Red Onion, & Smoked Gouda!
Churro French Toast Stix – deep fried French Toast rolled in our house made Cinnamon Sugar. Choice of dipping sauces!
Crunchy Tiger Chicken Wrap – chicken tenders, Tiger Sauce (sriracha, sweet Thai chili sauce, honey, and mayonnaise), romaine, chopped tomato!
Don’t forget about our 30 minute call ahead seating! Call us 30 min prior to your arrival and we will get you started on our waitlist! They take reservations for groups of 6-14 people! Entire group must be present before being seated.

April 17th 10am – 2pm

Coco’s Bistro
250 Warren St., Dayton    937-228-2626

Order off the menu with entrees that include: classic eggs benedict, chicken fried steak, avocado toast, cured salmon, pancakes, sweet potato hash, quiche  and a bourbon shrimp salad.

April 17th 10am – 2pm

Dayton Woman’s Club
225 N. Ludlow Street, Dayton
937-228-1124

frest fruit * scrambled eggs * egg casserole * bacon * sausage * roasted potatoes * garden salad * goazed ham carving station * roasted chicken * baked fish * baked mac & cheese * candied yams * southern style green beans * corn * Croissants * coffee * tea * softdrinks

$26.95 per adult, $12.95 for children 8 and under – open to members and the public
bar will be open for mimosas, wine and cocktails

The Dublin Pub 
300 Wayne Ave, Dayton

Easter Buffet Brunch with all your favorites; the omelet bar, carving station, variety of breakfast and lunch entrees, bagels, waffles and more!
Featuring speciality brunch drink cocktails:🍹
Pomegranate Mimosa (champagne, pomegranate juice, orange juice)
Blackberry Pineapple Mimosa (champagne, blackberry purée, pineapple juice)
Extra Hot Nut (Jameson cold brew Irish Whiskey, Irish Cream, Frangelico hazelnut liqueur, hot coffee, whipped cream)
Cinnamon Dolce Martini (Espresso vodka, brown sugar simple syrup, cold brew, half & half)
Irish Breakfast Shot (Jameson, butterscotch schnapps, orange juice & bacon back)
Hot Toddy (Jameson, hot honey, lemon lift tea)
Reservations available for parties of 6 or more persons as availability allows.
Walk-in seating available on a first come, first serve basis.

elé Cake Co. Bistro & Wine Bar

3680 Rigby Rd, Miamisburg

Buffet Menu:
Seasonal salads, classic sausage gravy, ham steak with brown sugar glaze, applewood smoked bacon, shrimp & grits, sausage links, chorizo breakfast enchiladas, made to order omelet station, scrambled eggs, cheesy grits, homestyle potatoes, brioche french toast sticks, assorted sliders, biscuits, hone butter and housemade jam, fresh fruit, sugar waffles, cookies and mini cupcakes.

$25 adults  $10 kids (under 10) Reservations highly suggested

Ellie’s at the Mills Park Hotel
321 Xenia Ave, Yellow Springs, OH 45387     (937) 319-0400

Parties of 7 or more require advanced reservations. Please call 937-319-0402 to make reservations. Call-ahead seating is recommended for smaller parties.

El Meson – SOLD OUT
903 E Dixie Dr, West Carrollton 

The buffet includes: Caribbean Rum Glazed Ham, Cuban Beef Picadillo, Seafood Zarzuela with Orecchiette Pasta, Grits and Chorizo, Hueovos Rancheros- Scrambled eggs, rice, refried beans, cheese & salsa, Cuban Moros y Cristianos (Black Beans & Rice), Garbanzos with Spinach, Manchego Scalloped Potatoes       Mexican Roasted Street Corn, Mixed Green Salads, Fresh Fruit Salad, Jamaican Jerk Slaw, Assorted Breads and a Belgium Waffle Station

Kids Buffet:   Taco Bar – Beef, Chicken, Rice, Tomatoes, Cheese, Salsa, & Tortillas

  Dessert: Assorted Desserts

Make your reservation for Easter today at.  (937) 859-8229 or at elmeson.net

$38 Adults, $20 for Children 12 and under, Age 6 and under Free.
 April 16th & 17th

Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse
4432 Walnut Street at The Greene, Dayton

Easter weekend 3 course meal available Saturday, April 16 and Sunday, April 17.
All entrées include salad and dessert

Salad Choices:
Fleming Salad – walnuts, tomatoes, dried cranberries, red onion, lemon balsamic vinaigrette

Caesar Salad – romaine, parmesan, fried capers, crispy prosciutto

Entrée Choices:
Petite Filet Mignon & Crap stuffed shrimp scampi  – three shrimp stuffed with savory crab filling, sautéed roasted campari tomatoes & white wine herb butter | 85

Filet Mignon & Lobster Tail Scampi- sautéed roasted campari tomatoes & white wine herb butter | 95

Dessert:
Chocolate Gooey Butter Cake  – honeycomb brittle, chocolate sauce & caramel

New York Cheesecake – classic preparation, strawberry red wine sauce & fresh mint

Key Lime Pie- fresh key lime, graham cracker crust, chantilly whipped cream

The Florentine Restaurant 
21 W Market St, Germantown

Entrée:

Baked Ham *Meatloaf *Fried Chicken

Sides:

Mashed Potatoes/gravy * Green Beans * Mac & Cheese *Baked Beans * Corn Pudding* Cole Slaw * Pasta Salad * Rolls & Butter

Assorted Desserts

Dine-in buffet: $28.99 adults – $10.99 children under 8
Curbside Pick-up: $22.99 (reservations required, 1 choice of Entrée , 3 Sides)

Heatherwood Country Club 
88 Heatherwoode Blvd, Springboro

Open to the public, enjoy chef-attended carving stations as well as a buffet with a variety of lunch and breakfast choices such as omelet and waffle bars, breads and pastries, bacon, sausage, scrambled eggs, assorted desserts and more.

Prices are $32 for adults, $16 for children 6 – 12, and kids 5 and under eat free. All prices include tax and gratuity.
Reservations required, call 937-748-3222.

April 17th 10am – 2pm

Jaqua’s at The Greene
81 Magnolia Lane Beavercreek

Easter Prime Rib and Ham Breakfast buffet with all your favorites.
Cost is $29 per person. Reservations are highly recommended.
Mimosa and Bloody Mary drink specials as well.

Lily’s Dayton
329 E 5th St, Dayton

We’ll be running our usual menus, including updated Spring items for brunch and dinner service! Walk ins are always welcome at Lily’s. We do suggest a reservation in the instance that you’d like your wait for a table to be as short as we can make it! Our average table turn time is an hour and a half. Reservations on holiday’s require a $5 per person deposit no matter the party size. Your deposit will be deducted from your bill!

Mz.Jade’s SoulFood
1131 Central Ave Middletown,

One set menu 25$ comes with 2 meat choices, 2 sides and dessert from 1pm to 6pm Easter Sunday
RSVP ONLY -513-571-1150 to book

 

Rob’s Restaurant & Catering
705 Arlington Rd. Brookville

Open Easter from 7am to 8pm with a Breakfast/Brunch Buffet from 7-11 and a dinner buffet from 11-8. The price is $15.99 all day,  patrons can call an hour ahead to get their name added to the waiting list. 937-833-3310 .

Roost Modern Italian
524 E 5th St Dayton, in the Oregon District    (937) 222-3100

You’ve asked us for many years, and this year, we’re saying YES. We’re very excited to be offering a brunch service this Easter. We’ll open up at 10 AM and accept our last reservations at 3 PM. We’re adding the finishing touches to the menu, but the rough draft is already drool worthy.

Sun 10am -2pm

Smith’s BoatHouse
439 N. Elm Street, Troy (937) 335-3837 reservations suggested

Plated Entrees range from $12 – $37 and  include steak & eggs, boathouse surf & Turf, chicken and waffles, chicken oscar, Maryland crab cakes, blackened salmon, fried shrimp dinner, walleye, pasta primavera, captains burger and the boathouse salad. Full dessert menu available.

Yankee Trace Golf Club – SOLD OUT
10000 Yankee St, Centerville