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Archives for January 2024

Final Auction For Tanks Memorabilla, Tables & Glassware

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This is your last chance to purchase items from Tanks.  The restaurant which opened in 1987 closed for good in June of 2023. The auction will start closing at 6PM on January 29th. The removal for this auction will be on Monday, February 5th from 2-6PM at 2033 Wayne Ave. in Dayton.

Some of items up for auction include:

Shelving, baskets, flatware, scales, prep table, pot & pans, shelving, ladders and  more.  Here are a few of the listings:

Wooden Table Top w/Metal Base and Tank’s Bar and Grill Logo

Misc Glass Barware Incl Martini, Daiquiri, Margarita Glasses and More

Set of Five Rubber Bar Mats

To view the auction site, click here.

Popeyes Wings BOGO For $1

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Popeyes is running a new promotion where they’re offering six wings for $1 with the purchase of 6 wings at regular price ($5.99) through January 28, 2024.

In order to score the deal, simply redeem the deal in the offers section of the brand’s mobile app or online during the promo window. The offer is also valid on Popeyes delivery.

Popeyes Wings lineup includes:

  • Honey BBQ Wings: Tangy tamarind, sweet honey and smoky molasses flavors.
  • Roasted Garlic Parmesan: Rich flavors of caramelized garlic and parmesan and asiago cheeses.
  • Signature Hot: A Cajun hot wing tossed in signature Cajun hot sauce with just a touch of southern sweetness.
  • Ghost Pepper Wings: Marinated in a dry spice blend before they’re hand breaded and fried for just the right balance of flavor and fire.
  • Sweet ‘N Spicy Wings: Fries wings tossed in a sweet and spicy blend of chili, garlic, and ginger.

You can enjoy BOGO $1 Wings at participating Popeyes locations nationwide through January 28, 2024.

5OCD is Back At Katz Lounge

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5OCD is back with ALL the original five members plus Marla & Lee for our first post-pandemic show! $5 gets you in. We are so excited to be playing together again & we can’t wait to play our new songs and some old favorites!

FREE YOGA

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Grab your water bottle and keep your New Year’s resolution with us!
Fitness Under the Wings is FREE and open to the public every Saturday in January from 8 -9 a.m.
Bring your mat and water bottle for free Yoga led by Indigo Yoga. Open to individuals of all ability levels. Must be 12 years or older. Space is limited: Register now for this free and popular event by clicking the website listed below.
Prefer to walk? You can get your steps in with a walk through the museum galleries. Strollers are welcome. Registration is not required for walkers.

Small Business Spotlight: This Guy’s Coffee

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This Guy’s Coffee actually started as SAXBY’S COFFEE in 2006 as a franchise which was owned by Kurt & Kerri Ritter. The parent company elected to rebrand their five stores in outlying markets and concentrate on college locations. They allowed their franchisees to change their business name, purchase rights, etc.
Hence, This Guy’s Coffee was born. In 2006, they were ahead of the curve already by OPENING with a Drive-Thru (D/T)
Owners Hannah & Lauren report that their D/T Sales are 75% of their total Sales~ MAJOR WOOW factor!
It continues to resonate in the business community what D/T’s do for their customers and D/T’s have gained momentum since COVID.
Lauren & Hannah both started at entry level positions as Barista’s. Lauren purchased a percentage of the Business from the Ritters when they opened This Guy’s. Hannah started in 2019 as a senior in HS. She continued working for This Guy’s as she earned her Undergraduate degree from UC in Interdisciplinary Studies.

She was longing to be an Entrepreneur and approached Lauren about buying into the Business and Lauren said “let’s do it.” That happened in 2022. Lauren remarked “now we can keep Hannah here forever.” These two ladies also have some great things happening in their personal lives. Lauren and her husband are expecting their first child and Hannah was recently engaged!!

There is a culture in this Business and it has been like that since the beginning when the Ritter’s owned it according to Lauren. Staff is trained to take outstanding care of customers, lots of smiles, efficiency and working together as a Team AND having FUN!
It was VERY clear to me in 3 visits and after 53 years in the Food Business that they in fact were -delivering the difference-
Some of the things they do to differentiate themselves from their competition:
All pastries are baked from SCRATCH. Yes, no frozen and thaw items here. In fact, Lauren’s Mom (Carole) is one of the 2 Bakers. Sasha, Lauren’s sister in law is the second Baker.

Lauren, Carole (Lauren’s Mom) and Baker along with Hannah

 

On one of my visits, I saw a tray of cherry/ chocolate Scones sitting close to the coffee brewer and they were not in the case yet. Yep, I asked and they were warm. I had to buy one. Major Yumminess!!
So, I do not know of anyone in the coffee/ quick service market that scratch bakes until I met these 2 ladies.
They occupy 1,300 square feet with 22 seats and their landlord-Cindy Pacetti who owns Springboro Pharmacy at the other end of the Center recently added a 20 seat outdoor patio in 2021 that benefits both This Guy’s and Roma’s Pizza next door.
Both ladies are appreciative of Cindy and her efforts to maintain the property and help them grow their Business!! Hearing of this Lessee/ Lesser relationship resonated so positively that I walked down to meet Cindy and tell her what the ladies had expressed. Cindy has operated her Pharmacy for 24 years.
In conclusion, I was very impressed with this long standing Springboro Business and wish them continued Success! Lauren & Hannah, I will be back soon for a warm scone and your dark roast coffee!

Oyster Fest Kicks Off at Lily’s

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It’s the 8th edition of Lily’s Oyster Fest. These special will be served during sinner service only through Sunday, Feb 4th, except on Mon & Tues when Lily’s is closed.  All items are while supplies last.  Reservations are suggested, but not required. Here’s a look at the menu:

 

Lily’s Dayton

329 E 5th Street
Dayton, OH 45402-2909

937-723-7637

Dinner Hours:

Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday 4:30pm – 9:00pm

Friday and Saturday: 4:30pm – 10:00pm

$20 Taste of KFC Meal & Smash’ed Potato Bowls Now Available

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Following a successful test at select locations in the Austin-Waco area of Texas late last year, KFC today announced the nationwide launch of the new $20 Taste of KFC meal starting January 29, 2024.

 

KFC Launches New $20 Taste Of KFC Meal

Each $20 Taste of KFC meal includes six pieces of KFC’s Original Recipe chicken on the bone, as well as four finger lickin’ good individual sides including mashed potatoes and gravy, fresh coleslaw, corn, rich and creamy cheddar mac & cheese and four biscuits.

KFC has also introduced Smash’ed Potato Bowls, filled with mashed potatoes and topped with Secret Recipe fries, cheese sauce, bacon crumbles and a three-cheese blend. The bowls are now available nationwide for $3.49. They can also be topped with five of KFC’s chicken nuggets for $2 more.

“Now you can smash your hunger with our new Smash’d Potato Bowls, which take comfort to an 11 with a unique twist on all your favorite KFC flavors smashed together. If you like our Famous Bowls, you’re going to love this new bowl,” CMO Nick Chavez said in a statement. “At just $3.49, it’s a comforting meal deal.”

The bowls are part of the chain’s strategy to attract younger consumers by adding more boneless, to-go offerings. During an interview late last year, Chavez said bowls, sandwiches and wraps are driving a higher mix among younger and more diverse customers and such options are the company’s “main priority right now.”

“Leveraging modern meat blocks in more modern formats is attracting new customers and that even extends to our bowl business,” he said. “Bowls are becoming a bigger part of the conversation.”

 

New Lunch Option Coming to Miamisburg

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Starting on Tuesday, January 30th, Tom and Dot’s in downtown Miamisburg will roll out a new soup and sandwich menu!  Lunch will only be served from 11am-4pm. GELATO Served all the time

 

36 A S. Main Street
Miamisburg, OH 45342 

 937-388-8006

New hours start Jan 30th;
Tuesday – 11-8 Lunch Served 11-4
Wednesday – 11-8 Lunch Served 11-4
Thursday – 11-8 Lunch Served 11-4
Friday – 11-9 – Lunch Served 11-4
Saturday 11-9 Lunch Served 11-4
Sunday 1-8- NO Lunch

Battle of the Bands Week 2: AMERICANA / FOLK / SINGER-SONGWRITER

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This week we feature our AMERICANA / FOLK / SINGER-SONGWRITER acts, featuring:
Austin Wolfe
Jeff William Butcher
Midwestern Mrs
The Nautical Theme
Not familiar with any of the bands participating? That’s the fun! This is a cool way to check out new, local, original music! Each ticket buyer gets one vote (in person).
The winner of this round earns a spot at the Dayton Battle of the Bands Finale, among other prizes!
Week 2 is held on Thursday, January 25, 2024
The Brightside (905 E 3rd St, Dayton).
Doors open at 7pm (NOTE: due to equipment load in, we cannot let patrons in earlier than 7pm).
Show 7:30-10pm
Please be prompt to see all the bands performing!
Tickets are $10 advance / $15 at the door.
Advance tickets are recommended.
Note – Ticket sales are used to cover production costs and prizes. Thanks for contributing!
Ticket link – https://www.venuepilot.co/events/94415/orders/new
**There is now a series pass available** If you want to buy all 6 weeks you get into the finale free! https://www.venuepilot.co/events/94654/orders/new#/
IMPORTANT NOTES:
If you don’t see a ticket receipt – check your Spam / Junk folders in your email. As long as you see a charge on your credit card – you’re on the list!
For everyone’s health and safety, the venue has installed UV-C filters in the HVAC units to sanitize circulated air. Feel free to wear a mask, as needed.
Free parking is available on both sides of building. More info about the venue can be found at thebrightsidedayton.com
All ages are welcome! Under 18 must have adult supervision.
There is no food truck at this event, so you are welcome to bring in outside food (within reason space-wise).
Note that there are no guaranteed tables. Seating / standing is general admission.
There is a bar with non-alcoholic options and alcohol sales for those over 21 with ID. NO outside beverages are allowed.
Tickets are non-refundable. If you are unable to make it – please forward to a friend, or consider this a donation to the team working to find new, original music in Dayton Ohio! Thank you!
WEATHER NOTE – If weather / roads are bad we will announce a reschedule date

2024 Ohio Renaissance Festival Tickets Now On Sale!

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The moment has arrived! Season Passes and Any Day Adult tickets for the Ohio Renaissance Festival are now on sale for the August 31 – October 27 RenFest season!
They are making some changes to the ticketing system for 2024 that you should be aware of before you buy:
🎟️DATED ADULT TICKETS: (available starting Monday, Jan 22) Our main adult ticket type for 2024 will be a dated ticket valid for a specified festival day. Tickets will be capped so purchasing a ticket in advance will guarantee entry into the festival for that day. Once capacity is reached, ticket booths and online sales will close.
🎟️ANY DAY ADULT: (available starting Monday, Jan 15) This ticket type will guarantee you entry into the festival for any one (1) day, even if that day is sold out. These ticket types are also cspped in terms of how many are available for thr season.
🎟️ SEASON PASS: (available starting Monday, Jan 15) Guaranteed admission every festival day, even on sold-out days. Season Passes are capped so get yours ASAP!
🎟️ CHILD TICKETS: (available starting Monday, Jan 22) Child tickets will be available both online and at our on-site ticket booth. Children’s tickets are not capped.
👉 DATE SPECIFIC PRICING: dated ticket prices for popular dates will be slightly higher.
👉 ONLINE VS ON-SITE TICKET PURCHASES: Dated adult tickets purchased at the on-site ticket booth will be priced $3 more than the online price. Child tickets will be priced $2 more than the online price.
👉 SPECIAL EVENT TICKET ADD-ONS: Special events such as the feast and NBPS will be available as an add-on when purchasing dated tickets so you can easily add excitement to your festival day!
👉 OUR MOTTO THIS YEAR: Secure your tickets online before you leave the house to guarantee entry into the festival! Waiting until you arrive at the festival to purchase tickets will leave you open to the risk of being turned away.
We hope this info helps you as you plan.
Get ready to immerse yourself in a world of medieval wonder, thrilling jousts, and unforgettable memories. Secure your key to the kingdom today and start counting down the days to your best festival experience yet!

Ohio Plein Air Society Paint-In

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Come see artists from the Ohio Plein Air Society in action! Artists will be stationed throughout the museum from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. each day, using the airplanes and artifacts as inspiration for their one-of-a-kind creations.

Don’t be shy! If you are curious about what an artist is doing, and what inspires them – stop and ask! They’d love to share!

*This is not a hands-on opportunity for museum visitors.

(title of show) Getting Raves at TheatreLab Dayton!

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The cast of (title of show.)

Theater in Dayton continues to provide high quality programming for the area…and TheatreLab‘s (title of show) is one outstanding example. Two of TL’s directors, Phillip Drennen and Mackensie King gave us a look at the show, and what’s driving the new energy that is TheatreLab Dayton!

D9: The town is a-buzz with (tos). Mackensie, what makes this show a must-see in your opinion?

MK: This show is spectacular because it truly feels like watching a group of people write a musical in real time. We rarely get the opportunity to see that side of the creation process. All of the performers are letting themselves into each of the characters and allowing truly sincere moments that will bring you to tears while also having you split your sides open with laughter. The harmonies and vocals are SO tight you will question if you are listening to recordings!

D9: Philip, this show takes place in the TheatreLab space, which I hear is going through some changes. Why do this performance there?

PD: Presenting the show in the TheatreLab space is a perfect way to make this show feel even more immersive and really let the audience into the action. The show is mostly a comedy and the score is very intricate so our performers really had to have the chops to pull it off. The acoustics in the TLD space really highlight the complicated and beautiful harmonies in the show. We are finding new ways to bring people into the TheatreLab space as well. Our recent Holiday Trivia party was a huge hit, too. It’s intimate and it brings a whole new energy! More to come with our space, for sure.

Mackensie King

D9: And Mackensie, what do you feel the TL space affords for a patron?

MK: They can  expect a very close-knit performance. We have less than 60 seats and the action happens right in their face! We have a donation bar and snacks available as well.

PD: Right. I feel like this is  a launching pad for what people can expect more of from TLD going forward. Evocative and authentic pieces of theater told in an intimate setting. By the end of the show, you will feel like you’re just one of our friends, rooting just as hard to get our show to Broadway!

D9: I know there has been much chatter around TheatreLab’s new vision for their part in the Dayton Area Theater scene. With a ‘grassroots group’ of performers and pals, a new path is being forged! Tell us about that!

PD: Yes, we have some very dedicated folks…a group of volunteers made up of performers and friends that are putting their time and resources into all things TheatreLab!  It feels very genuine and heartfelt! So thankful for their energy!

MK: With that, we want to continue to offer intimate and unique staging of unknown shows and familiar shows. We truly want to bring Theatre into Dayton by producing shows in unconventional spaces and partnerships with local companies.

D9: When can folks still catch (title of show?)

PD: [title of show] runs for one more week, Thursday, Jan 24 – Sunday Jan 28, 7:30pm on Wednesday and Thursday, 8p on Friday and Saturday, and 2p on Sunday. Tickets range from $10-25 and our Wednesday performance is pay what you can!

D9: Congratulations to you both….and to the entire cast and crew of (title of show.) Looking forward to more from TheatreLab Dayton!

For More Information Visit:

www.theatrelabdayton.org

New Breakfast Burrito at Wendy’s

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Wendy’s new Breakfast Burrito features eggs, seasoned potatoes, applewood-smoked bacon, American cheese, and Swiss cheese sauce all wrapped in a soft, flour tortilla. The burrito comes served with two Cholula Hot Sauce packets on the side.

“With our new Breakfast Burrito, we’ve carefully balanced taste and convenience to create a portable masterpiece,” said John Li, Global Vice President of Culinary Innovation at The Wendy’s Company. “Our newest breakfast innovation serves up all the best parts of Wendy’s breakfast rolled up into one delicious burrito.”

You can find the Breakfast Burrito at participating locations nationwide for a limited time.

Nutritional Information – One Breakfast Burrito

  • Calories: 720
  • Fat: 41g
  • Sodium: 2200mg
  • Carbohydrates: 55g
  • Sugars: 4g
  • Protein: 32g

Footlong Subway Sidekicks Now On The Menu

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As Douglas Fry, President of Subway North America said, “The introduction of Sidekicks builds on six decades of equity and expertise in all things footlong. This whole new category on our menu offers Subway fans something they can’t get anywhere else and kicks off a year of culinary innovation and delicious new menu items. 2024 may be the most exciting chapter yet in our growth story.”

Subway Sidekicks include footlong cookie, churro, and pretzel

The Subway Sidekicks will join the menu on January 22.

Will You Moo For Free Ice Cream?

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Start practicing your MOOs now! Young’s Jersey Dairy wants to hear your best MOO! A good MOO will rewarded with Young’s Famous Homemade Ice Cream from Jan 22 -28th.

Give a great MOO at the Dairy Store and you’ll earn a one dip upgrade for your dessert. For example, buy a one dip cone, MOO for them, and they’ll upgrade it to a two dip cone for FREE. Add a dip to your sundae, or upgrade your milkshake.

It’s up to you and your MOO! They’ve always been partial to cows at Young’s and their MOOs. They feel this promotion helps show solidarity with the cow nation. Best of all, it’s a fun way for you to earn your way to a dessert upgrade!

They won’t accept just any MOO. Their staff will be the judge. They’re not looking for loudness, but are listening for creativity, tonal ability, and heartfelt MOOs.

Limit one MOO per person per day. Not valid with any other offer.

Young’s Jersey Dairy

6880 Springfield-Xenia Rd
Yellow Springs, OH 45387

(937) 325-0629

Stuffed Shells Entrees Now At Fazoli’s

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At Fazoli’s, our passion is for hearty, value-packed dishes that’ll leave you wanting seconds,” said Tisha Bartlett, Vice President of Marketing at Fazoli’s. “This new lineup of stuffed cheesy baked pastas is so craveable, it will only be a matter of time before they become fan favorites!”

Here’s  a look at the new Stuffed Shells entrees:

  • Four Cheese Stuffed Shells: Three jumbo pasta shells stuffed with four Italian cheeses (parmesan, ricotta, mozzarella, and Romano), topped with Alfredo and roasted garlic marinara, and baked with mozzarella and parmesan panko breadcrumbs.
  • Garlic Shrimp Stuffed Shells: 12 shrimp simmered in a roasted garlic marinara sauce, served on top of three jumbo pasta shells stuffed with four Italian cheeses, baked with mozzarella and parmesan panko breadcrumbs
  • Baked Fettucine and Stuffed Shells Duo: A half portion of baked fettuccine side-by-side with a jumbo pasta shell stuffed with Italian cheeses and topped with meat sauce

You can find Stuffed Shells entrees at participating locations through April 1, 2024.

Diving further into its Italian roots, Fazoli’s has whipped up another mouthwatering dessert with long-time partner, The Cheesecake Factory Bakery, Italian Cream Cake. The cake is crafted with moist vanilla cake and filled with Italian mascarpone mousse with a hint of lemon, then finished with a butter streusel topping and a dusting of powdered sugar.

Fazoli's Entices Fans in 2024 with All-New Stuffed Shell Entrées
Italian Cream Cake

Founded in 1988, Fazoli’s prides itself in serving quality Italian pastas, salads, pizza, sub sandwiches, and dessert – along with its unlimited signature breadsticks. For more information on Fazoli’s, visit Fazolis.com.