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Saturday, Aug 20th Last Day for 2 Area Eateries

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The rumors are true. Tomorrow is the last day for Basil’s on Market‘s downtown location on Patterson.  Management sited staffing issues and lack of consistent business for the closing.  Opened about six years ago, the patio had an awesome view of the river, but that just wasn’t enough to keep the doors open.

This closing will not effect the Troy or Beavercreek locations.  The ownership team is currently under construction for a new sports bar that will be opening this fall in the former Bar 145 space at Austin Landing.

After 12 years of serving the community, the Heights Cafe located at 6178 Chambersburg Road will be officially closed after Saturday August 20th.  There are a few things that went into the closing, trouble finding staff was just 1 of those factors. Opened just 4 days a week from 7:30- noon, the owners just felt like they’d had a good run.  They also teased on their facebook page “Stay tuned for another locally owned coffee shop coming to you in the near future.”

 

Downtown Dollars Offering $25 bonus with $50 Purchase

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The Downtown Dayton Partnership is offering a special Bonus Buy deal for those who purchase Downtown Dollars for themselves or as a gift.  Starting Friday, August 19, at 12 noon, for every $50 Downtown Dollars purchased, an extra $25 of Downtown Dollars will be delivered in a separate e-gift card to the purchaser.

Downtown Dollars is one e-gift card that is redeemable at more than 80 participating businesses in downtown Dayton. Several restaurants, pubs, retailers, and service providers are included in the program. A full list of participating businesses and more information on the program, as well as instructions to purchase Downtown Dollars is available at www.downtowndayton.org/dollars.

“More than 80 of our downtown businesses are already taking part in the Downtown Dollars program, and the list continues to grow,” said Sandra K. Gudorf, president of the Downtown Dayton Partnership. “This Bonus Buy provides an easy way to show extra support to your favorite downtown business while getting a great deal for yourself.”

Downtown Dollars Bonus Buy funds will be delivered to the purchaser in $25 gift vouchers separate from their original $50 purchase. The $50 Downtown Dollars e-gift card purchased by the customer does not expire, but $25 Bonus Buy cards will expire if not used by Monday, October 31, 2022. Each customer may earn a maximum of four $25 Bonus Buy cards.

Summer Bonus Buy cards are limited and only available while funds last, so be sure to get your Downtown Dollars before this special offer runs out!

When you purchase Downtown Dollars for yourself, or to give to others as a gift, the e-gift card is delivered via email or text message. Benefits of the Downtown Dollars e-gift cards include:

  • Downtown Dollars are accepted at more than 80 participating merchants in Downtown Dayton.
    •  No monthly inactivity fees.
    • Your Downtown Dollars balance is listed directly on the e-card and is updated as you use your card.
    •Purchasing e-cards is fast, personalized and instantaneous – great for gifts!
    • Monthly reminders are sent via email and/or text message to help customers remember they have the e-gift card available for use.

 

Miamisburg’s Ta’Quiyo Tortilleria & Taco Shop

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There’s a fairly new eatery in Miamisburg, serving up “the flavor of Mexico” according to their sign. They opened up quietly earlier this summer. According to the owners of Ta’Quiyo Tortilleria & Taco Shop,  they are know for their handcrafted street tacos, Quesa Birria and their Taquiyo chip tray!

When thinking of a name for the restaurant they wanted something with a good sound, that sounded fun, understandable to Mexicans and Americans (especially that they could pronounce it). Many ideas came up, but one day David jokingly said “El Taquillo” and  Sergio, who was  called “El Quiyo” when he was a kid morphedinto  “Ta-quiyo” came about.

Located in the strip mall that is also home to Big Lots, and the Handyman Ace Hardware, when you walk in the door you are greeted by a clean crisp dining room featuring bright colors on the walls and the feel of a true Mexican Cantina.  You order at the counter and your meal is brought out to you for dine in, or wrapped up for to-go orders.

They make their corn tortillas’s fresh each day on site, you can see the press against the far wall behind the counter. They are gluten free, with no preservatives.  You can pick up a 2 lb Pack of the tortillas for $4.

On my first visit I tried their Taco Combo: Two tacos Mexican (chicken- Seasoned diced chicken w/cabage, diced tomatoes sour cream and beef- seasoned ground beef w/cilantro and onions) rice and beans for lunch and they were quite tasty. Other options included Steak- Seasoned diced steak w/cilantro and onions, Pastor- Achiote pork, grilled pineapple w/cilantro and onions, Carnitas- Shredded pork w/pico de gallo and you choice of sauce or  Birria – Stewed beef w/cilantro and onions. They also offer a Ta’quiyo sampler with 6 mini tacos.  Sauces to spice up your meal include a mild green tomatillo, chipotle and and hot sauce.

Ta’quiyo Chip Tray  – Layer of chips w/up to 4 of your favorite toppings (listed below) Toppings: – Pico de gallo – Cilantro – Onions – Pickeled onions – Queso fresco – Sour cream – Diced tomatoes – Jalapeños – Lettuce. There is also the option to add Chicken, Carnitas, Steak, Ground Beef or Birria for a small upcharge.
Try their freshly made agua fresca, available in 3 flavors: Horchata, Hibiscos Flower and Cucumber mint.
Coolers full of bottled Coke products as well as authentic Mexican sodas line the wall across from the kitchen.
 While we didn’t save room for dessert- we know for next time-they offer freshly made churros!

 

Ta’Quiyo Tortilleria & Taco Shop

1238 E Central Ave
Miamisburg, OH 45342

(937) 247-5059

Monday – Saturday
11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
You can order online for delivery through

Black Opry Review at Levitt

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Black Opry is a home for Black artists and Black fans of country, blues, folk, and Americana music. Country music has been made by and loved by Black people since its conception. For just as long, we have been overlooked and disregarded in the genre by fans and executives. Black Opry wants to change that and invite you to discover, support and enjoy the Black artists that make magic in this space. The Black Opry Revue showcases the diversity in sound and stories that Black artists offer to these genres.

Dayton at Work and Play: Anthony Murrill

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Anthony Murrill of ASMurrill Art describes himself as an artist and a carpenter. I asked him to explain:
“I was an art major, but when I left college I went to work as a carpenter. I was good at it and eventually had my own successful remodeling company.”
portrait of artist A.S Murrill
“About seven years ago my wife encouraged me to try painting again, even though I’d been away from art for 16 years. After a short time painting I came to realize that was what I was meant to do. Now I spend almost all of my time painting at my studio in Springboro. I may sneak off to the wood shop to make a custom frame or to build a piece of furniture, but I am primarily a painter.”
Here he was getting ready for  Kettering’s Art on the Commons:
He also does custom pet portraits, “I love to paint your pets! Dogs, cats, horses, cows, iguanas, birds… I love painting them all! I enjoy all of the color and texture variation in animals. I love to capture their joy and energy. Using photos that you provide, I will create a custom painting of your beloved animal. I typically paint these portraits on canvas.”

His work  can be viewed-

• in the gallery and studio at 140 S. Main St, unit E, Springboro, Ohio 45065 during normal business hours and by appointment.

•Pendleton Art Center, Cincinnati Ohio studio 313,  on the final Friday of the month and by appointment.

Anthony is currently accepting commissioned orders and usually has several original pieces for sale.

FREE Bands & Sand: Spungewurthy

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Spungewurthy play mostly “dancey rock” music – but they also have a country section, a hip hop section, a classic rock section, and a straight dance section.  We like to say we have something for everyone and if you haven’t heard one ya like so far, stay tuned….WE GOT YA COVERED.

Dayton Porchfest delivers 50 free concerts this Saturday

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This Saturday, don’t miss the 6th annual Dayton Porchfest, a free neighborhood music festival in St Anne’s Hill Historic Neighborhood. This beloved community-building event is facilitated by The Collaboratory, a civic think tank that launches exciting new projects from idea to reality.

One of those ideas is Porchfest, which is held on International Play Music on a Porch Day. The event offers 6 hours of free live music held on porches throughout the St. Anne’s Hill neighborhood. It’s a lovely opportunity to meet the neighborhood and celebrate the quality and diversity of the Dayton music scene.

Dayton Porchfest was founded in 2017, inspired by the original Porchfest, which was started in 2007 in Ithaca, NY, and Larchmere Porchfest in Cleveland, which was started in 2009. Today there are over 150 Porchfests throughout the United States and Canada. Dayton was 94.

Dayton has a rich musical history and active music scene, which continues today. Dayton Porchfest is committed to reflecting that in its selection of musical artists, from funk and blues to indie rock and jazz, classical and country, to bluegrass and old-timey that has deep Appalachian traditions here. We also celebrate the ethnic diversity of the region, a reflection of our “Welcome Dayton” spirit that has contributed to a significant influx of immigrants and refugees over the past decade. The St. Anne’s neighborhood welcomes all Daytonians to join in this celebration!

Dayton Porchfest is an initiative of The Collaboratory (www.daytoncollaboratory.org). This local volunteer organization provides infrastructure for people and organizations to collaboratively develop community initiatives that generate new economic, civic, and creative opportunities and value. The result is a healthier, more thriving region. All proceeds from Dayton Porchfest go to support the work of The Collaboratory. Tips collected at the event go directly to the musicians performing. Please be generous!

HOW TO GO?

Saturday, August 20, 2022 from 1pm – 7pm

Free!

All ages welcome

St Anne’s Hill Historic Neighborhood – see map here

 

1:15 – 1:45 PM KICK-OFF

T.R.S.S. Drum Corps – 10 LaBelle

 

2:00 PM MUSIC BLOCK

Amber Hargett, Singer/Songwriter – 1601 E. Fifth Street (Henry)

Five Rivers Drum Ensemble, African Drumming – 33 Potomac

Good Time Accordion Guys, Sing-Along – 624 McLain

Jimmy D. Rogers, Blues and Roots – 126 Henry

Our Sacred Vanity, Folk – 48 High Street

Patricia Berg Trio, Jazz  – 212 South Dutoit

Sadbox, Rock – 15 Henry

Syrodesy Flue Trio, Classical Contemporary – 48 McClure

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3:00 PM MUSIC BLOCK

As Is, Jazz – 1432 E. Fourth Street

Café con Leche, Acoustic/Jazz/Eclectic  – 126 LaBelle

Charlie and Amanda, Country – 214 South Dutoit

Chris Heider and The Red Bandana Band, Folk Rock – 154 South Dutoit

Fin Tan, Irish Pub Music – 600 McLain

Gabe Maas and the Bruins, Pop – 54 LaBelle

(CANCELED) Nick Kizirnis, Americana – 18 LaBelle

Rum River Blend, Americana – 1535 E. Fifth Street (Henry)

Sharon Lane, Blues – 62 High Street

The Nautical Theme, Modern Folk – 34 High

TINO, Hip Hop – 52 McClure

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4:00 PM MUSIC BLOCK

A Sweet Sound, Americana – 22 LaBelle

Age Nowhere, Country/Rock – 222 South Dutoit

Emory Road, Folk Rock – 616 McLain

Harold Hensley, Americana – 216 Henry

Jonathan Hamilton, Folk – 66 McClure

Kyleen Downes, Singer/Songwriter – 42 High Street

Miami Valley Klezmer Ensemble, Klezmer – 65 LaBelle

Mike Bankhead, Indie Rock – 133 LaBelle

Nasty Bingo, Folkadelic at Its Finest – 1514 E. Fourth Street

Novena, Folk Rock – 50 Henry

Sam King, Americana/Folk – 130 Henry

Ty Spacely, Hip Hop/Rap – 244 Henry

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5:00 PM MUSIC BLOCK

Charlie Tipton, Singer/Songwriter – 1436 E. Fourth Street (Henry)

Cry Baby Cry, Rock – 51 McClure

Dayton Salsa Project, Salsa – 517 McLain

Ghost Town Silence, Rock/Americana – 39 Henry

John Dubuc’s Guilty Pleasures, Rock-N-Roll – 18 LaBelle

K. Carter, Hip Hop – 1616 E. Fifth Street (Backyard)

Kris n., Indie/Pop-Rock – 234 South Dutoit

Serin Oh, Alt Pop – 30 LaBelle

Somersault, Original Rock – 145 McClure

The Hitchhiker Band, Irish – 154 South Dutoit

The Touchy Feelys, Folk/Indie/Country – 201 Henry (McLain)

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6:00 PM MUSIC BLOCK

Mariah J, Soul/Funk/R&B – 605 McLain

NeoAmerican Pioneers, Indie Rock – 222 South Dutoit

Rich Reuter, Rock – 234 Henry

Solistic, Little Bit of Everything – 44 High Street

The Jaywalkers, American Folk/Rock – 1514 E. Fourth Street

The Kadence, Pop – 10 Henry

Todd the Fox, Rockabilly & Blues – 55 McClure

Tori Adams, Roots/Folk/Americana – 630 McLain (High)

Wild Forrest Blackberri, Root Rock/Folk-Blues – 28 LaBelle

 

Moeller Brew Barn to Open Aug 19th!

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Moeller Brew Barn at 416 East 1st Street will be opening its doors for the first time on Friday, August 19, at 11a.m. in the heart of Dayton’s Water Street District. The public is invited to celebrate the occasion and experience the new taproom and beer garden situated across the street from Day Air Ballpark.

“We’re excited to bring this place to life,” said Nick Moeller, founder of Moeller Brew Barn. “It’s been a long time coming, but now that it’s finally here, the team’s excitement is palpable.”

The grand opening includes the introduction of the brewery’s craft beer and full kitchen menu as well as an appearance from Dayton Dragons mascot, Heater, from 3pm to 4pm on Friday.

Live music throughout the weekend will feature several local acts:

Friday: Cory Breth from 6pm to 9pm
Saturday: Lee Gantt from 1pm to 3pm and WillowBend from 5pm to 8pm
Sunday Acoustic Vibez from 3pm to 6pm

“It’s always been our goal to offer exceptional food and drink with an even better experience. With live entertainment, stadium views, and taproom parties all year long, we’re confident that our new establishment will bring something special to Downtown Dayton,” said Anthony Scott, co-owner of Moeller Brew Barn.

Across 72 taps in the former Mendelson’s building and new two-story addition, more than 22 different beers will be on tap at any given time, including new beers brewed on site and established Moeller favorites. The kitchen will offer favorites such as handcrafted pizzas, smoked wings, Bavarian pretzels, and Dayton-specific “Build Your Own Dogs.”

Moeller Brew Barn

416 East 1st Street
Dayton, OH 45402

 Monday through Thursday 3pm to 10pm
Friday through Saturday 11am to 11pm
Sunday 11am to 9pm

5 Course Portugese Wine Dinner at Sueño

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Join Sueño and Portuguese winemaker Catarina Vieira on Monday, August 22nd for a 5 course dinner paired with 4 wines.
In the Lower Alentejo region of southern Portugal lies the estate of Herdade do Rocim. Oenologist and winemaker Catarina has been coordinating the long overhaul of the estate and believes that Alentejo has the unique conditions required to produce world-class, age worthy wines.
Since purchasing the estate, Caterina invested heavily in the land by completely regenerating the vineyards and building a new state of the art winery. She focuses on indigenous, organic wines that are “elegant and sober, with freshness and minerality.” The most unique wines from the lineup are traditional amphora-aged wines. Amphora are large clay pots. The porous nature of the pots allow for micro-oxidation of the wine, similar to what oak aging does but without the taste of oak.
The menu for this special event:

East Coast Oysters
paired with 2021 ‘Mariana’ rosé

Local beet salad, greens, fried goat cheese, champagne vinaigrette paired with 2020 Herdade do Rocim Amphora Bronco White

Salmon, corn and poblano puree, blackberry compote paired with 2019 Herdade do Rocim Touriga Nacional

Lamb barbacoa, chili guajillo adobo, hoja santa gremolata paired with 2020 ‘Mariana’ Tinto Red Blend

Lemon tart, mascarpone whip, orange zest
Monday, Aug 22, 2022 6-8pm 
$95 per ticket
Sueño
607 East 3rd Street
Dayton, OH 45402
To reserve your seat at this dinner click here.

Springfield Rotary Gourmet Food Truck Competition

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Up to 30 food trucks are competing this year with dishes that all stand out in their own unique way, with the ultimate goal of winning the $5,000 grand prize.

From American comfort food and standards such as BBQ, burgers, pizza, seafood and wings, to cuisine from around the world, including African, Asian, Cajun, Greek, Hawaiian, Indian, Italian and more.

There’s even biscuits, brunch, waffles, sweet treats and desserts to be had.

Discover this Taiwanese Bakery in Fairborn

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This mother/daughter bakery opened quietly in the strip center across from Wright State University. Leaguer Bakery offers a huge variety of Taiwanese baked products baked fresh daily on premise. You ‘ll find green onion buns, pineapple pastries, melon buns, strawberry cakes and MORE!!
Products are all individually wrapped and there are 3 cases of self serve pastries and rolls
to chose from.
Also the check out counter is filled with cakes, full loaves of bread and more.

 

 

 

 

They are currently taking preorders for  The Mid-Autumn Festival  just weeks away, falling on September 10th.  Flavors include Read Bean Paste, Jujube Paste, Pineapple, Lotus Seed Paste with Pine Nut and Assorted Nuts and range between $4-5.

Leaguer Bakery

2628A Colonel Glenn Hwy
Fairborn, OH 45324
(937) 867-9818
Open Tues- Sun 10am – 8pm

Lake Street Dive Rocks The Rose

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Lake Street Dive’s Obviously, produced by Grammy Award winner Mike Elizondo and released last year on Nonesuch Records, was critically acclaimed and debuted at #5 on Billboard’s Top Albums chart while also delivering career best chart peaks at #1 on Americana/Folk, #2 on Current Rock Albums, and #2 on Current Alternative Albums charts. In addition, lead single “Hypotheticals” reached #2 on the AAA chart and topped both the Non-Commercial and Americana Radio Singles Chart, all marking career highs for the band. Elizondo has been nominated for a Grammy Award for Producer of the Year, Non-Classical for his work on Obviously, among other records. The Associated Press said, “You need to make this band part of your life. Lake Street Dive have never sounded better, full and clear with every instrument given a chance to shine in every song.”

Vietnam SALUTE!

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The museum will host the American Veterans Traveling Tribute (AVTT) Vietnam Memorial Aug. 18-21. This 80% replica of the Vietnam Wall bears the names of more than 58,000 service members killed in Southeast Asia. As a backdrop for this memorial exhibit, the museum will host historical displays, veteran presentations and more.
In conjunction with this memorial event, the museum will have Panel 44 on display in the 4th building. Panel 44 is a commemoration of the 40th anniversary of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial containing the names of 337 American service members who died between March 9 -16, 1968. The Panel was originally produced in 1982 to go on display in Washington D.C. but was ultimately not placed because of a crack.
Thursday, August 18 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Public Access to AVTT Vietnam Memorial
Friday, August 19 9 a.m. – 5 p.m Public Access to AVTT Vietnam Memorial
1 p.m. B-52 Flyover
2 p.m., 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. Flight One Pop-Up Concerts (20 minutes each)
Saturday, August 20 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Public Access to AVTT Vietnam Memorial
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Historical ground and aviation gear displays
Time TBD Speaker Presentation/Panel Discussion
Sunday, August 21 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Public Access to AVTT Vietnam Memorial
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Historical ground and aviation gear displays

The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force

1100 Spaatz Street
Wright-Patterson AFB, OH 45433

(937) 255-3286 

 Open 9 am to 5 pm
seven days a week

Free Dayton Funk Festival Sunday

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Live entertainment!  Multiple food and merchandise vendors. Cold beverages!

The live entertainment schedule for the day is as follows:
1:15 pm – 2:30 pm
The Next Phaze
3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
BIG GIL and The Funky All Stars
4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Thump Daddy Funk Band
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
LYD Band
7:30 pm – 8:45 pm
KICK N’ FLAVA