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Archives for February 2024

Giovanni’s New Express Curbside Lunch

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Giovanni’s in Fariborn has just introducing Express Curbside Lunch available to guests in 10 minutes or less Wed- Fri from 11am – 2pm. Guests can place their order for curbside carryout by calling 937-878-1611. Tell them you’d like to place an order for Express Lunch. When you arrive call them back and they’ll bring out your order.

Express Lunch Menu:

 

Chef Salad
Italian Chef
Blimp Sub
Meatball Sub
Spaghetti & Meatballs
Spaghetti & Meat Sauce
They say the menu will grow over time.

Giovanni’s Fairborn

215 W Main St,
Fairborn, OH, 45324
(937) 878-1611

Fifth Annual Micro Drone Races at Air Force Museum

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See fast flying micro machines as pilots maneuver their drones over, under, around and through the C-124 Globemaster II and Twin Mustang aircraft during a micro drone races that will take place in the museum’s second building. Spectators will be able to watch the race along the course, as well as from a large screen that will show the drones’ perspective as they are racing.

Fifth Annual Micro Drone Races

Visitors will be able to experience flying a drone with computer-based simulators from Sinclair College Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) program*.
Friday: 12 – 4 pm, Saturday: 10 am – 3 pm, Sunday: 10 am – 3 pm

Workhorse Aero* will be onsite with displays of their drone delivery systems.

The Museum’s Education Division will be onsite with computer-based simulations opportunities for visitors.  Visitors can enter for a free micro-drone give-away, watch demonstrations and get hands-on with computer simulations. 

Friday, March 1
Let the races begin!
9 am – 12:30 pm Morning Session Practice and Qualifying Rounds – Sixteen Pilots will race.  The morning will contain seven rounds.

1:30 pm – 4:30 pm Afternoon Session Practice and Qualifying Rounds – Sixteen Pilots will race.  The afternoon will contain seven rounds.

Saturday, March 2
The races continue!
9 am – 12:30 pm Morning Session Practice and Qualifying Rounds – Sixteen Pilots will race.  The morning will contain seven rounds.

1:30 pm – 4:30 pm Afternoon Session Practice and Qualifying Rounds – Sixteen Pilots will race.  The afternoon will contain seven rounds.

Sunday, March 3
The best of the best compete for the Title!
Top 32 Pro and Sport Class Double-Elimination Brackets

Sport Class: 
Warm ups begin at 9 am. with double-elimination bracket racing throughout the morning.
Sport Class award ceremony will take place at 11:45 am.

National Museum of the
United States Air Force

1100 Spaatz StreetImage of the Air Force wings with the museum name underneath
Wright-Patterson AFB OH 45433

(937) 255-3286

FREE Admission & Parkking

Open 9 am to 5 pm seven days a week

 

Royal Cheese Adventures

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Annie Foos started St. Anne’s Cheese Co. started with the goal to showcase local businesses and bring together a community of cheese lovers. Whether you are interested in learning how to stretch mozzarella at home, creating beautiful charcuterie boards for your next party, or taking a farm tour and making your own cheese from scratch, she can lead your through it.

She’s just announced  the first ever series of Royal Cheese Adventures in the newly renovated kitchen at the Bossler Mansion, Dayton OH Mansion St. Anne’s Hill Historic District – Dayton, Ohio.

Very limited tickets, $65/person.  Reserve online here.

Honey Toast Coming To Fairborn

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Fairborn’s Tudor’s Biscuit World closed at the end of January and a new restaurant is already on their way to opening there.  Chef Suwapat Whitted, the chef owner behind Thai Kitchen, Thia Table and Hello Thai has announced she’ll be opening Honey Toast Breakfast & Brunch in that spot on Broad Street in Fairborn.

Honey Toast

130 N Broad Street,
Fairborn, OH 45324

Wed – Mon 6am – 2pm

Downtown Bourbon Chicken Eatery To Close Thursday

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There’s a little restaurant hiding in the basement of the Talbott Tower in downtown Dayton called Homestyle Chili & Bourbon Chicken. This places had two main dishes, Bourbon Chicken and Chili. There are other items on the menu such as Hamburgers, backed tilapia, gyros, cheese steaks and hot dogs, but the chicken and chili are what they are known for, as well as great service and friendly staff.

But after 13 years at this location, Thurs, Feb 29th will be their last day of business at the Ludlow Street location. According to a post on Facebook by Kal El “he will be moving to a new location! Don’t know all the details yet but rest assured they will be back and moving soon.”

 

Pansies for Pets Fundraiser for SICSA

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Spring is on the way and SICSA is celebrating with Pansies for Pets, a flower fundraiser with Pansies for Pets is a flower fundraiser with The Flower Shoppe. Pansies are frost resistant and the first flowers we can really plant in this hardiness zone. I know February and March seem like too early to plant, but with pansies, you are good to go! Also, in checking with the national “big box” chains, SICSA’s prices are less expensive and of equal or better quality.

They have flats of 12 mixed color pansies, as well as 12″ bowls of white, yellow, purple, and mixed pansies available. Supporters can order now and pick up flowers at SICSA Pet Adoption & Wellness Center or The Flower Shoppe on March 16th.

The Flower Shoppe! If you were planning on purchasing flowers to liven up your home, this is the perfect opportunity to do just that while supporting animals in need. Pick your pansies and help local pets!

Supporters can order online now and pick up flowers at SICSA Pet Adoption & Wellness Center or The Flower Shoppe at 2316 Far Hills Ave in Oakwood on March 16th.

Mack’s Tavern Selling Sweet Heat Sauce

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MacKenzie Manley, owner of Mack’s Tavern has gotten rave reviews on their  Count Chickula Sauce, so she’s bottled it up is selling it at Mack’s!
She says “the sweet heat sauce full of mouth watering flavors goes on literally everything- pizza, chicken, tacos, burgers, pulled pork, fish, or dip your fries, tots, chicken chunks, pretzels, fingers, really anything you can think of it’s so Cluckin’ fantastic cardboard would probably taste good dipped in our Chickula 😁
Oh, and it caramelizes when you grill or smoke chicken wings tossed in it. So grab yourself a 16oz bottle for $6.98 and put it on everything!”
You can even bring your bottle back for an instant refill and get $1 off for helping to save the earth

Mack’s Tavern

381 Miamisburg Centerville Rd,
Dayton, OH, 45459

937-813-7217
Hours
Monday 11:00 AM – 2:30 AM
Tuesday 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Wednesday 11:00 AM – 2:30 AM
Thursday 11:00 AM – 2:30 AM
Friday 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Saturday 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Sunday 10:00 AM – 2:30 AM

Pirate 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, & Half Marathon

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This is a US Road Running Club Race and part of the US Road Running Race Series.
It is not required to be a club member to run with us.
Club members receive 50% off club races and a US Road Running shirt.
To join go to https://usroadrunning.com

Best Costume
It is not required to wear a costume, but we do encourage it.
At the beginning of each race, we take a group photo.
The best costume will be awarded at the beginning race.

Pirate Booty
To help get into the theme we have Pirate Booty at our pirate race.

Race Rules
Entry fees are non-refundable, with no exceptions.
We reserve the right to cancel in extreme circumstances.
No dogs on the course.
Walkers are always welcome.

Race Information
The race starts at 8:00 AM.
Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts.
All runners must register on RunSignup.
No on-site registration.

 

1M Course
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5893020202
The course is an out-and-back.

 

5K, 10K, & 15K Course
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5553169708
This course is an out-and-back.
5K does the course one time.
10K does the course two times.
15K does the course three times.

Path of Totality: where to experience Total Eclipse 2024 In Southwest Ohio

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The Great Miami Riverway is a prime viewing location for the 2024 total solar eclipse!

Our Riverway communities are busy planning for several days of fun to celebrate our beautiful region being in the path of totality for the solar eclipse in April 2024.

A total solar eclipse is a rare and spectacular event. Only 21 total solar eclipses have crossed the lower 48 states in the entire existence of the United States. Ohio is on fire with excitement after discovering it is in the path of totality for the first time since 1806!

Read on to see a breakdown of viewing sites and events by each of our Riverway communities as well as some helpful links for further discovery and planning.

Make sure to bookmark this page so you can check for any updates or additions as we draw closer to this spectacular celestial event!

SAFETY NOTE – Viewing ANY part of the bright Sun through a camera lens, binoculars, or telescope without a special-purpose soalr filter will instantly cause severe eye injury. Here is NASA’s article on total solar eclipse safety, and a list of safe solar viewers that are endorsed by the American Astronomical Society.

 

Sidney – Official Viewing Sites

 

  • Custenborder Fields
  • Tawawa Civic Park

Sidney – Events

Sidney – Other Details

Troy – Official Viewing Sites

  • Duke Park
  • Hobart Urban Nature Preserve
  • Lost Creek Reserve
  • Miami County Grandstands
  • Treasure Island Park
  • WACO Historical Society
  • Troy Community Park
  • Troy Levee

 

Troy – Events

 

 

Miami County – Events

Lost Creek Eclipse Experience – Visitors will enjoy abundant open space for viewing, free eclipse glasses, entertainment, educational children’s craft, snacks, and fun.

 

 

Piqua – Official Viewing Sites

  • Pitsenbarger Park
  • Garbry Big Woods Reserve
  • Edison State Community College

Piqua – Events

  • Alien Festival, downtown Piqua.

 

 

Tipp City – Official Viewing Sites

  • City Park
  • Kyle Park

Tipp City – Events

Solar Eclipse Block Party – Have you ever been “Dancing in the Streets” in Tipp City? Now is your chance! We are hosting a fun, free solar eclipse block party in our beautiful, historic downtown. Our streets will be filled with entertainment, children’s activities, shopping and dining opportunities, and so much more. Let’s celebrate this cosmic event together!

 

Five Rivers MetroParks

Recommended viewing locations:

  • Possum Creek MetroPark
  • Carriage Hill MetroPark
  • Eastwood (lakeside) MetroPark

 

Montgomery County – Official Viewing Sites

  • National Museum of the U.S. Air Force
  • Woodland Cemetery & Arboretum

Montgomery County – Events

  • Boonshoft Musem will be hosting lead-up events as well as having on-site activities the day of the eclipse. More details to come.
  • SunWatch Village will host an exclusive all-day ticketed event. More details to come.
  • The world-class Dayton Philharmonic will be performing a celestial celebration called ‘Total Eclipse: The Sun and The Planets’ in honor of the eclipse on April 5 & 6 at 7:30pm. Tickets are available now.

Montgomery County – Additional Information – Dayton CVB’s website for updates on planned Eclipse events in Montgomery County

Other helpful resources:

 

 

Montgomery County – Events

  • Boonshoft Musem will be hosting lead-up events as well as having on-site activities the day of the eclipse. More details to come.
  • SunWatch Village will host an exclusive all-day ticketed event. More details to come.
  • The world-class Dayton Philharmonic will be performing a celestial celebration called ‘Total Eclipse: The Sun and The Planets’ in honor of the eclipse on April 5 & 6 at 7:30pm. Tickets are available now.

Montgomery County – Additional Information – Dayton CVB’s website for updates on planned Eclipse events in Montgomery County

Applebee’s® 2 for $25 Menu NEW Sizzlin’ Skillets

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“Applebee’s is heating up date night with two NEW Sizzlin’ Skillets on our popular, 2 for $25 menu,” said Joel Yashinsky, Chief Marketing Officer, Applebee’s. “Whether you’re in the mood for steak or chicken, our skillets are full of flavor and pair perfectly with some of our most popular appetizers, like Boneless Wings, or two side salads – all for an unbeatable price!”

Applebee’s favorite two-person pairing, the 2 for $25 deal, just got better. Now for a limited time, guests can enjoy two NEW Sizzlin’ Skillets, paired with an appetizer or two side salads for only $25!* Warm up this winter with the NEW Garlic Sirloin Skillet or the NEW White Cheddar Bacon & Chicken Skillet plus a tasty appetizer or two side salads for dine-in, To Go, or delivery for an unbeatable value.

As winter temperatures persist, Applebee’s invites diners to indulge in the warmth of its latest offerings: the new Garlic Sirloin Skillet or the new White Cheddar Bacon & Chicken Skillet, complemented by a appetizer or fresh side salads. This promotion extends to dine-in, takeout, and delivery options, promising unbeatable value and convenience.

Tailored for various occasions, whether a romantic date night or a gathering with friends and family, Applebee’s 2 for $25 deal promises an elevated dining experience with its savory, sizzling skillets:

  • New Garlic Sirloin Skillet: Featuring a delicately seasoned 6-oz USDA Select top sirloin, grilled and adorned with a buttery garlic and parsley sauce. Served sizzling alongside garlic mashed potatoes and steamed broccoli.
  • New White Cheddar Bacon & Chicken Skillet: Showcasing a grilled chicken breast enveloped in a rich Parmesan and White Cheddar cream sauce, crowned with applewood-smoked bacon and crispy onions. Served piping hot in a skillet with garlic mashed potatoes and steamed broccoli.

In addition to the tantalizing new additions, the limited-time 2 for $25 menu also includes the classic 6-oz Top Sirloin.

To find your local restaurant to dine in, visit Applebees.com/restaurants. To order Applebee’s To Go or delivery, visit Applebees.com or the Applebee’s mobile app (iOS, Google).

Pizza-Inspired Fried Chicken at KFC

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KFC  is introducing the international smash hit, Chizza (“cheet-za”), to KFC menus in the US starting February 26, 2024.

Chizza (Not Pizza) features two 100% white meat Extra Crispy fried chicken filets topped with zesty marinara sauce, melty mozzarella cheese and crispy pepperoni.

Chizza made its debut on KFC menus in the Philippines back in 2015 and since then the unique KFC dish has made its way around the world to Korea, Taiwan, India, Thailand, Germany, Spain and Mexico, among other countries. Now, you can experience the global phenomenon here in the US for the very first time.

The item features two white meat fried chicken filets topped with marinara sauce, melted mozzarella cheese and crispy pepperoni.  Customers can order the Chizza on its own or with a combo meal, which includes KFC’s Secret Recipe fries and a medium drink. Customers can also order a half Chizza, which is one fried chicken filet with the same toppings rather than two.

Also returning to KFC restaurants nationwide temporarily is Blackberry Lemonade – a fruity and tart drink to refresh the taste buds while enjoying the Chizza combo meal.

Pirates of Penzance Sing-Along

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If you know the swashbuckling tale of Gilbert and Sullivan’s Pirates of Penzance, then you know that there’s no better way to spend leap year than at a Pirates of Penzance Sing-Along led by the Dayton Opera Artists-in-Residence!
Join us at Blind Bob’s Tavern, enjoy a drink and belt some tunes!
Don’t worry if you don’t know the words; you can hum along or just sit back and enjoy!
Door opens at 7pm. There will be a $5 cover at the door. All proceeds go to DPAA’s Learning and Community Engagement programs. Pirate costumes are strongly encouraged!!

Brunch Starts at The Florentine

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Bryce and Sheree Henson took over The Florentine this past fall and have been working hard to bring Ohio’s second oldest inn, originally opened in 1814, a fresh new feeling.  The Henson’s  introduce brunch this weekend from 10am -1pm  and say they will offer it every weekend from here on out.
Here’s a little sneak peak of the menu:

Brioche French Toast

Eggs Benedict

Omelette

Bacon egg & Cheese Handheld

 

brunch cocktails

21 W Market Street
Germantown, OH 45327
(937) 855-7759

Wed & Thurs 4-9pm
Fri 4-10pm
Sat  10am – 1pm and 4-10pm
Sun 10am – 1pm and 4-9pm

McCoy on Movies: Drive-Away Dolls

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Ethan Coen’s latest cinematic escapade one not worth the drive 

 

“Maybe there’s a better movie hiding in this trunk?” Jamie (Margaret Qually) and Marian (Geraldine Viswanathan) take in an unexpected discovery in a scene from co-writer/director Ethan Coen’s DRIVE-AWAY DOLLS, a Focus Features release. Credit: Jojo Whilden © 2023 Paramount Pictures. All rights reserved.
WATCH THE TRAILER HERE:
 

 

 

KEY CAST MEMBERS: Margaret Qualley, Geraldine Viswanathan, Beanie Feldstein, C.J. Wilson, Joey Slotnick, Colman Domingo, Bill Camp, with Pedro Pascal and Matt Damon


DIRECTOR: Ethan Coen

THE BACK STORY: The scene: Philadelphia 1999, right on the verge of Y2K. Jamie (Margaret Qually) is a free-spirited individual who likes to have sex with any woman she sees fit, much to the chagrin of her police officer girlfriend Sukie (Beanie Feldstein). Marian is a very uptight woman stuck in an office job who can’t seem to move on from her last girlfriend years ago … Which is why she decides to plan a trip to Tallahassee, Fla., to go visit her Aunt Ellis (Connie Jackson). 

Seeing how Sukie has had enough of her cheating, Jamie invites herself along for the ride, determined to get her best friend some romantic action. Problem is, the duo don’t have a way of getting there. That’s when Jamie comes up with the idea to find one via a car delivery service owned by the understated Curlie (Bill Camp). Curlie just so happens to have a Dodge that needs to get to Tallahassee the next day, so the girls take the charge and are off.

Problem is, that Dodge contains two very special items in its trunk that the hot-headed Flint (C.J. Wilson) and his more even-keeled partner Arliss (Joey Slotnick) are supposed to pick up and drive to Tallahassee. What are they? Well, let’s just say they both once belonged to The Collector (Pedro Pascal) and now, much to his chagrin, they don’t … and The Chief (Colman Domingo) is determined to get them to his client. Who is his client, you ask? Senator Gary Channel (Matt Damon), a conservative, family-oriented politician desperate to get the silver briefcase and its contents back.
 
So what happens when an uptight, introverted lesbian hits the road with her good-time seeking fellow lesbian while unknowingly being pursued by two thugs over 1,000 miles? You’ll have to see the movie to find out.
 
THE REVIEW: Sometimes, you watch movies and go “This isn’t for me.” It happens. Maybe it’s because you don’t like the dialogue. Perhaps its because the subject matter doesn’t interest you. It could even be that the scenario is so ludicrous that unless you see Chris Bridges pop up in between Fast & Furious movies and State Farm commercials, you can’t buy in.
 
In the case of DRIVE-AWAY DOLLS, it’s all three coupled with just the sheer absolute goofiness of the film from start to finish.
 
Alongside his older brother Joel, Ethan Coen has made his fair share of beloved cinematic excursions. This include Fargo, Burn After Reading and No Country for Old Men. With Drive-Away Dolls, Coen has also delivered a film that might become a cult classic among the LGTBQIA+ lesbian community for its depictions sexuality and self-discovery … But not among anyone looking for a good movie.
Save for the scenes feature Beanie Feldstein, the humor – when present – in DRIVE-AWAY DOLLS fails to deliver its intended result. One day, filmmakers will learn quirky for the sake of quirky isn’t comedy; it’s just annoying – and unfortunately, for every one person that find’s Qualley’s character funny, someone else will see that person that ruins a party with their loud, obnoxious and “well, this is happening, so just roll with it” behavior. She is a pure antagonist to the point you often find yourself feeling bad for Viswanathan’s character.
Make no mistake, diversity in mainstream film is an important thing that needs to be encouraged and supported. That being said, DRIVE-AWAY DOLLS at times feels a little more exploitative than inspired in terms of its characters’ sexuality. (Editor’s note: As a heterosexual, cisgender male, I understand I am not the target audience for the film. However, I know that when I’m watching an extended scene that feels like it is included simply for either shock value or the audience’s titilation, it is a bit distracting to say the least.) And in case you needed someone to just say it for you, DRIVE-AWAY DOLLS is NOT going to make any routine Fox News’ watcher’s top 10 list for 2024.
Save for one very poignant sequence of Viswanathan’s and Qualley’s characters respectively coming to truly understand their relationship, a large portion of the film suffers from a Wes Anderson-level of quirky for the sake of quirky with ridiculous characters, dialogue and actions. While the film’s final 20-25 minutes do ramp things up in terms of watchability and enjoyment, the preceding hour is inane enough to make most audiences not care once they arrive.
Here’s to hoping that DRIVE-AWAY DOLLS is the start of more representation of the LGTBQIA+ community on screen but the last time they are showcased in such silly fashion.

 

OVERALL RATING (OUT OF FOUR POSSIBLE BUCKETS OF POPCORN):

 

 

 

 

 

$1 Sliders at Arby’s

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Arby’s is running a new promotion where they’re offering $1 Sliders through March 10, 2024.

To snag the deal, simply order on the Arby’s App or online at Arbys.com for in-store pickup.

Sliders available as part of the deal:

  • Buffalo Chicken Slider
  • Chicken Slider
  • Jalapeño Roast Beef Slider
  • Roast Beef Slider

Just be aware that the offer is limited to five sliders at the discounted price per order/per person.

You can enjoy $1 Sliders at participating Arby’s locations nationwide for a limited time – while supplies last – through March 10, 2024.