Archives for May 2024

1572 Roadhouse Bar-B-Q Is Back Open For The Season

May 10, 2024 By Lisa Grigsby

Founded in 2016 on the grounds of the Ohio Renaissance Festival by Pitmasters Chris Cavender and Mike Tenore, the 1572 Roadhouse Bar-B-Q is a great destination for travelers, boaters, bikers, families, and any BBQ enthusiast. Born out of their love of good ‘Q’, Chris and Mike put their own spin on recipes to tantalize the taste buds.

Today, Pitmaster Lisa Jones works to develop some great recipes of her own. Each meat has its own customized rub, then goes in the smoker with Apple, Cherry, and Hickory woods for a clean balance of flavor. There are also three great custom sauces to add extra flavor.

Every Thursday starting May 16 and running through Sept 12th, they will be hosting bike night from 5-10pm featuring live music.

A peak at the Menu:

2 Meat Combo^$14

Choose any two meats (Turkey, Pulled Pork, Tri Tip, Hot Link, or Wings). Includes two sides.

The Norm^$21

Choose any four meats (Turkey, Pulled Pork, Tri Tip, Hot Link, or Wings). Includes two sides.

Pit Girl’s Deluxe^$29

All 6 meats (Turkey, Pulled Pork, Tri Tip, Hot Link, Wings, and 4 Ribs). Includes two sides.

Baby Back Ribs-
Platter comes with your choice of 2 sides

4 Bones- A la carte ^$9, Platter ^$13

1/2 Slab – A la carte ^$18, Platter ^$22

Full Slab – A la carte ^$26, Platter ^$30

Smoked Meat Sandwich

Choice of Pulled Pork, Texas Hot Links, Tri-Tip, or Turkey

A la carte ^$10Platter ^$14

Salad

Roadhouse Salad^$12-vGreens, tomato, onion, cheese, pulled pork, or turkey.
Dressings: Ranch, Italian, French, Blue Cheese

Smoked Wings

6 Wings ^$10, 10 Wings ^$15

Sides

Mac and Cheese ^$4
Smoke’n Green Beans ^$4
Roadhouse Beans ^$4
Creamy Jalapeno Corn (rotating item) ^$4
Creamy Cole Slaw ^$4
Apple Sauce ^$4
Sweet Cornbread ^$2

Desserts

Peach Cobbler ^$6
Blackberry Cobbler ^$6
Banana Pudding ^$6
Caramel Apple Cookie ^$3
Brownie ^$3

Drinks

Beer ^$4, Pepsi Products ^$2 Sweet & Unsweet Tea ^$2, Water ^$1

The 1572 Roadhouse Bar-B-Q is pet-friendly, so you can bring your furry friend along for the fun! Pets must remain on leash at all times while on grounds.

Droppings must be bagged and cleaned up by the owner.

The 1572 reserves the right to ask owners and their pets to leave.

1572 Roadhouse Bar-B-Q

Serving “Great Q & Frosty Brew”
in Warren County at Renaissance Park

10612 East State Route 73
Waynesville, OH 45068

513-897-1572

Thurs 5-10pm
Fri 5-9pm
Sat noon – 9pm

Sun noon – 8pm

Shuttle Service To Silas Creative Kitchen in Versailles is Back

May 10, 2024 By Lisa Grigsby

Last summer Hotel Versailles offered free luxury shuttle service via van so Miami Valley residents could enjoy dinning at their high end restaurant, Silas Creative Kitchen + Cocktails. It was a big hit and they are now bringing it back starting May 15 and running through the end of August!

Guests who book a dinner for two, will have the opportunity to enjoy a complimentary round-trip chauffeur service from Dayton and Troy. Guests will be able to board the chauffeur service from the Dayton Art Institute on Wed at 6:30pm. The DAI will offer a discounted art experience for those who want to explore the museum prior to their

On Thursday’s Troy, guests will board at newly opened The Mayflower immediately off the town square.

During the ride guests will be treated to house wine, curated music and “a handful of surprises and delights.” Guest will be dropped off after dinner around 10pm. For guests that would like to make it a staycation with an overnight experience at the Hotel Versailles the shuttle service will bring you back the next morning.

The dining room seats 68, with a a private dining room for 12 and and another 50 or so patio tables are available for al fresco dining. Executive Chef Aaron Allen, who trained under Chef Anne Kearney for five years at Dayton’s Rue Dumaine creates a menu of dishes using seasonally available ingredients that are sourced directly from the property’s 85 acre Sycamore Bridge Farm, with meats supplied through local partnerships with Winner’s Quality Meats and King’s Poultry Farm. Check out the menu here.

To make reservations and reserve your shuttle ride call 937-526-3020 or email [email protected]

Recovery Plan To Create New Housing in Old North Dayton

May 9, 2024 By Dayton937

With support by the Dayton Recovery Plan, 16 new owner-occupied, single-family
homes are slated for a one-acre site known as The Point in Old North Dayton.
The market-rate, two-story homes are planned for the northeast corner of the
intersection of Keowee and Valley Streets (near the north end of the Tony Stein
Memorial Bridge). The homes will be in groups of four in four buildings facing Valley
Street and Keowee Street, with parking areas behind the buildings.

Initial renderings, final design to be approved. Perspectives: from Keowee Street

The City of Dayton is working in partnership with Cincinnati-based Civitas Development
Group to launch the project. Civitas is a minority-owned company with a record of
success in developing single and multi-unit properties. It specializes in urban infill
development and collaborative leveraging of private and public funding.

With City Commission approval on May 8, the Dayton Recovery Plan will invest $1.5
million in the $4 million project. The Dayton Recovery Plan funds will be used for
predevelopment and construction services needed to build the homes.

The development capitalizes on roadway and greenspace improvements in the
immediate vicinity and will create a new gateway to the Old North Dayton area. In
recent years, CityWide Development Corporation, in cooperation with the City Dayton,
led a process to identify and implement enhancements in The Point area.

The Dayton Recovery Plan is the City of Dayton’s framework for transformative
investment of $138 million in federal American Rescue Plan Act funds dedicated to
recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic. Dayton’s goal for the funding is to create
long-term transformational and sustainable impacts in focus areas, as well as special
initiatives with impact citywide. For more information, go to daytonohio.gov/drp.
Initial renderings, final design to be approved. Perspectives: Above, from Valley Street;
below, from Keowee Street.

Springboro Summer Concert Series Returns

May 9, 2024 By Dayton937

Get your lawn chairs ready for a summer of great music! The city of Springboro is bringing back their free concert series. From classical to Big Band to R&B to fantastic tribute bands–North Park will be your destination for live music!

Here’s the schedule

North Park

195 Tamarack Trail
Springboro, OH 45066

The Church Basement Ladies Are Back at La Comedia

May 8, 2024 By Dayton937

La Comedia is at it again with The Church Basement Ladies. Whether this is you first visit to the basement, or you’ve seen ’em all, the ladies don their polyester pantsuits and sing, dance and laugh their way thru this hilarious and touching new musical, Plowin Thru.

The year is 1975 and all your favorite characters are back in the 9th installment of the wildly popular series. Whether this is your first visit to the basement or you’ve seen ‘em all, you won’t want to miss this brand new show!

It’s been five years since Pastor left and the church is struggling. As Pastor comes back to fill in as interim, Karin has taken a leadership role in the church and Beverly, now a mother of three, is ready for a larger role in the kitchen.

As with all shows at La Comedia, your ticket includes a meal before the show, and they go all out with their buffets. You can check out the menu here. For evening shows Thursday – Sunday, they suggest arriving between 5:30-6:00 p.m. The buffet will open around 6:15 p.m. and the show will begin around 7:30 – 7:45 p.m. All shows have two acts with a 15-minute intermission.

For matinee shows Thursday, Friday & Sunday, they suggest arriving between 10:30 – 11:00 a.m. The buffet will open around 11:15 a.m. and the show will begin around 12:30 – 12:45 p.m. All shows have two acts with a 15-minute intermission. You can purchase tickets, which range from $70-79, online.

LA COMEDIA DINNER THEATRE

765 W Central Ave,
Springboro, OH, 45066

(800) 677-9505

The ‘Lion King’ remains a Creative Masterpiece.

May 8, 2024 By Joshua Stucky

Simba and fans!

I have always had a love/hate relationship with Disney musicals, but let’s give this one what it is due…..there’s a sense of divinity in this classic. Is it the rhino… the elephant baby, the plethora of herded animals…or what about the ballet of birds, the hideous hyenas….so much to sit and marvel! Disney went all the way in and with the ingenious use of costuming and a fabulous musical score, I kindly tip my safari hat to this one.

Watching the audience was, in itself, a treat. Children with mouths wide open as actors paraded a few times down the aisles. Adults laughing at the jokes keenly written for their pleasure. The ROAR of the crowd when that final curtain comes down, and you ‘feel the love tonight!’

‘Lion King‘ doesn’t sugar-coat the story either…as broadway can sometimes do. The heart-breaking circumstances that lead us through the ‘sibling rivalry’ of Scar and Mufasa; the desperation of needing to find purpose in Simba; and the undying support of Nala….what a VOICE! There are strong players throughout the production. Rafiki, Pumbaa and Timon delight the captive audience. Zazu flies in and out just enough to move the plot forward.

All that aside, take a minute and really watch what’s happening in this cavalcade…..the technology that makes it GOOOOOOO! Look to Scar’s mask, the lionesses’ choreography, the endless puppetry..It’s a GAS, just ask Pumbaa! During the show, a young girl sat directly in front of me. Her excitement was palpable. She believed what was on that stage…it was real. These characters, be they men, women or beast, were at the Schuster Center and they were ALIVE. Their story was important and needed to be heard….and she listened. As we made our way out, her grandmother asked ‘Well, what did you think?’ Her eyes, still large from the sights, ‘I’m so glad he got to be King! He’s a good lion.’

And there it is….in true Disney fashion…a reason to believe that all is well in the world. At least it is at the Schuster for a few more nights!!!

For more information click here:

The Lion King

Orange Cloudsicle Slush Float Now at Sonic

May 8, 2024 By Dayton937

Sonic is kicking off the 2024 summer season with the debut of the new Orange Cloudsicle Slush Float.

The Orange Cloudsicle Slush Float is a new spin on a summer classic and features the sweet and tangy flavor of orange cloudsicle flavored slush loaded with orange vanilla flavor bubbles and topped with a sweet, creamy cloud of soft serve and even more orange vanilla flavor bubbles.

The Orange Cloudsicle Slush Float will be available at participating locations nationwide for a suggested priced $3.99 for a medium through June 30, 2024, or while supplies last.

Crabswithoutlegs & Strange Ranger

May 8, 2024 By Dayton937

Crabswithoutlegs is a new 9-piece, original jazz-fusion band from Ohio. Most recently, they won the Ohio State University Battle of the Bands, and last year, they took the Dayton Battle of the Bands grand prize. They’ve perform at The Brightside, The Dayton Arcade, Levitt Pavilion, and various venues throughout the Columbus area, as well. They are stunning audiences with their undeniable talent!

Opening this show is fellow Dayton alums Strange Ranger

Doors 7pm, music 8pm
$10 presale, $15 day of show

Boy Scouts will rebrand as Scouting America

May 7, 2024 By Dayton937

The Boy Scouts of America is changing its name for the first time in its 114-year history and will become Scouting America. It’s a significant shift as the organization emerges from bankruptcy following a flood of sexual abuse claims and seeks to focus on inclusion.

The organization steeped in tradition has made seismic changes after decades of turmoil, from finally allowing gay youth to welcoming girls throughout its ranks. With an eye on increasing flagging membership numbers, the Irving, Texas-based organization announced the name change Tuesday at its annual meeting in Florida.

“In the next 100 years we want any youth in America to feel very, very welcome to come into our programs,” Roger Krone, who took over last fall as president and chief executive officer, said in an interview before the announcement.

The organization began allowing gay youth in 2013 and ended a blanket ban on gay adult leaders in 2015. In 2017, it made the historic announcement that girls would be accepted as Cub Scouts as of 2018 and into the flagship Boy Scout program — renamed Scouts BSA — in 2019.

There were nearly 1,000 young women in the inaugural class of female Eagle Scouts in 2021, including Selby Chipman. The all-girls troop she was a founding member of in her hometown of Oak Ridge, North Carolina, has grown from five girls to nearly 50, and she thinks the name change will encourage even more girls to realize they can join.

The Boy Scouts’ $2.4 billion bankruptcy reorganization plan took effect last year, allowing the organization to keep operating while compensating the more than 80,000 men who say they were sexually abused as children while scouting.

Angelique Minett, the first woman chairperson of Scouts BSA, gets excited about the future of scouting when she sees the about 20-person youth council from across the United States help guide the program by raising issues important to them, like sustainability, and things that they’d like to see changed, like the fit on some of the uniforms.

“When we think scouts we think knots and camping, but those are a means to an end,” Minett said. “We are actually teaching kids a much bigger thing. We are teaching them how to have grit, and we’re teaching them life skills and we’re teaching them how to be good leaders.”

The organization won’t officially become Scouting America until Feb. 8, 2025, the organization’s 115th birthday. But Krone said he expects people will start immediately using the name.

“It sends this really strong message to everyone in America that they can come to this program, they can bring their authentic self, they can be who they are and they will be welcomed here,” Krone said.

Popeyes New Golden BBQ Chicken Sandwichs

May 7, 2024 By Dayton937

Popeyes is once again making waves in the fast-food world with its latest creation aimed at reviving lunchtime excitement: the new Golden BBQ Chicken Sandwich.

Popeyes Launches New Golden BBQ Chicken Sandwich

The new Golden BBQ Chicken Sandwich can be enjoyed in four varieties:

Crispy Golden BBQ Chicken Sandwich: A buttermilk battered all white meat chicken breast featuring our all-new BBQ Honey Mustard. Served on a butter toasted brioche bun with barrel cured pickles.
Blackened Golden BBQ Chicken Sandwich: A blackened chicken breast featuring our all-new BBQ Honey Mustard. Served on a butter toasted brioche bun with barrel cured pickles.
Golden BBQ Bacon & Cheese Chicken Sandwich: A buttermilk battered all white meat chicken breast featuring our all-new BBQ Honey Mustard. Served on a butter toasted brioche bun with barrel cured pickles, a premium slice of Havarti cheese, and three half slices of hickory smoked bacon.
Golden BBQ Bacon & Cheese Blackened Chicken Sandwich: A blackened filet, fried to perfection without the breading is featuring our all-new BBQ Honey Mustard. Served on a butter toasted brioche bun with barrel cured pickles, a premium slice of Havarti cheese, and three half slices of hickory smoked bacon.

To kick off the launch of the new sandwich, Popeyes is rolling out a special promotion called Lunch Money FUNds. As part of this initiative, lucky fans will find their rewards accounts filled with lunch money, granting them a free Chicken Sandwich. It’s a delightful way to ensure that lunchtime is not just about refueling but also about enjoying every bite.

Additionally, Popeyes has teamed up with SaxKixAve, a dynamic hip-hop duo hailing from New Orleans. Comprised of rapper Alfred Banks and Grammy-nominated saxophonist Albert Allenback, the duo has crafted a catchy anthem titled “Bring Back Lunch,” rooted in the rich heritage of Louisiana and designed to inspire joy in every lunch break. The anthem will be unveiled on TikTok, spreading the message of no more dull lunches and highlighting the brand’s enticing free sandwich deal.

2024 Mother’s Day Dining Guide

May 7, 2024 By Lisa Grigsby

The history of Mother’s Day brunch doesn’t date back as far as the holiday itself, but its origins can be traced back to the 1930s. Brunch, a meal that combines the elements of breakfast and lunch, was a popular concept in the early 20th century, particularly in the United States and the United Kingdom. As families began to gather and celebrate their mothers on the second Sunday in May, the idea of hosting a brunch to show appreciation and love became increasingly popular.

During this time, Mother’s Day brunch emerged as a symbol of leisure and indulgence. It was an opportunity for families to treat their hardworking mothers to a decadent meal, allowing them to relax and enjoy the company of their loved ones. The idea caught on quickly, and soon, restaurants and hotels began offering special Mother’s Day brunch menus and events to cater to the growing demand.

Today, Mother’s Day brunch is a diverse and delightful experience, with menus showcasing a wide array of dishes and flavors. From classic breakfast favorites like eggs Benedict and French toast to more adventurous options like shakshuka and huevos rancheros, there is truly something for every palate.

Ultimately, Mother’s Day brunch is about more than just food – it’s a time for families to come together and create lasting memories. It’s a chance for mothers to be surrounded by the people they love and to feel the warmth of their appreciation, which is truly the essence of Mother’s Day.

May 11 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm

Gospel Jazz Brunch $60

Sinclair Community College – Ponitz Center
444 W. 3rd Street, Dayton

May 11 & May 12th @ 11:00 am – 3:00 pm

3 Course Mother’s Day Lunch

Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar $52 – $80
4432 Walnut Street, Beavercreek

May 12 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm

Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet

ele bistro and wine bar $30
3680 Rigby Rd, Miamisburg

Ellie’s Restaurant at the Mills Park Hotel $40

321 Xenia Avenue, Yellow Springs

May 12 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Mothers Day Brunch Buffet!

May 12 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Mothers Day Brunch Buffet!

The Dublin Pub $25.99
300 Wayne Ave, Dayton, OH

May 12 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm

Mother’s Day Brunch

Engineers Club $32.95, children $14.95
110 E. Monument Ave, Dayton

May 12 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Mother’s Day Brunch

The Golf Club at Yankee Trace $24.95 $14.95 children 12 and under
10000 Yankee St, Centerville

May 12 @ 10:30 am – 1:45 pm

Mother’s Day Buffet

Amber Rose Restaurant and Catering $39
1400 Valley St, Dayton

Featuring scrambled eggs, french toast bake, omelet casserole, biscuits & gravy, chicken & waffles, honey ham, salmon, carving station, cabbage rolls, herb roasted pork loin, mac ‘n cheese, potatoes O’brien, homestyle greenbeans, salads, bread puddings, cheesecake, pies

May 12 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

May 12 @ 11:00 am – 1:30 pm

Mother’s Day Brunch, Blooms & Bubbly

Brick & Beam $60
5571 Far Hills Avenue, Dayton

May 12 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm

Mother’s Day Buffet

El Meson $45 adults, $22 children 12 and under
903 E Dixie Dr, West Carrollton

May 12 @ 11:00 am – 3:00 pm

Southern Ohio Brewing
818 Factory Road, Beavercreek

May 12 @ 11:00 am – 3:00 pm

Mother’s Day Buffet Brunch

Dewberry 1850 $39
1414 S Patterson Blvd, Dayton

On the buffet: seasonal fruit display, tortellini pasta salad, warm roasted brussels sprouts& baby carrot salad, omelet station, fresh baked danish, muffins, croissants, zucchini bread, buttermilk biscuits, breakfast lasagna, crispu breakfast potatoes, maple cinnamon roll casserole, scrambled eggs, belguim waffles, applewood smoke bacon, sausage links, lemon rosemary chicken, rigatoni pasta papalina, salmon and asparagus roulade, carving station, and dessert station

May 12 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm

Mother’s Day Mimosa Mayhem

Mother Stewart’s Brewing Co
109 W. North St. (Parking @ 102 W. Columbia St), Springfield

May 12 @ 11:00 am – 3:00 pm

3 Course Mother’s Day Brunch

Carvers Steaks and Chops
1535 Miamisburg Centerville Road, Washington Township

Soup or salad course

Choose from 3plated entrees:

Prime Rib Eggs Benedict, Smoked Salmon Egg Benedict, Steak & Potato Frittata
Desert course

May 12 @ 11:00 am – 4:30 pm

MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH

The Foundry $75
124 Madison St, Dayton

May 12 @ 11:30 am – 6:30 pm

Mother’s Day Buffet

Giovanni’s $32.99
215 W Main St, Fairborn

On the buffet: garlic roasted pork loin, Giovanni’s famous pot roast, lemon herb fresh fish, rosemary roasted chicken, baked ziti, meatballs, variety of pastas, ravioli, fresh fruit, salads, Italian meats, cheeses, appetizer, cook to order pasta with chicken, seafood and ham, desserts.

May 12 @ 1:00 pm

Mother’s Day Tea with Bach Society

Kettering Adventist Church $15 – $25
3939 Stonebridge Road, Dayton

Chips Ahoy! Launches Gluten-Free Cookie

May 7, 2024 By Dayton937

In a move that’s been eagerly awaited by cookie enthusiasts and the gluten-free community alike, Chips Ahoy! is breaking new ground with the launch of its first certified gluten-free chocolate chip cookie, set to hit shelves this May.

The debut of the Chips Ahoy! Gluten Free cookie marks a significant milestone for the iconic brand, offering an option for those seeking a gluten-free treat without compromising on taste. This latest addition to the Chips Ahoy! lineup has been years in the making, with the brand’s innovation team dedicating thousands of hours to perfecting the recipe and ensuring an unbeatable texture and flavor.

The launch follows in the footsteps of the brand’s recent success with the “MMMproved” Chips Ahoy! Original recipe, as well as its entry into the gluten-free market with Oreo Gluten Free Chocolate Sandwich cookies. Now, cookie fans can look forward to enjoying the classic taste of Chips Ahoy! chocolate chip cookies, free from gluten.
Look out for specially marked packaging denoting the new gluten-free product as it rolls out in stores nationwide this May 2024.

Free Fitness Class with DCDC

May 7, 2024 By Dayton937

Get fit the DCDC way. You’ve seen the dancers, and their phenomenal displays of strength and endurance. Now you can benefit from the fitness training these artist/athletes receive. Based on Tabata, classes are suitable for all levels of experience, body type and facility. Classes are conducted by members of Dayton Contemporary Dance Company.

Photo credit: Andy Snow

Artist of the Week: Shawna Hatton

May 6, 2024 By Bill Franz

ARTIST OF THE WEEK Shawna Hatton of Chasing Light Art Studio and Gallery with her painting titled “The Poet.” I photographed Shawna at The Betty, a gallery at Front Street, where she’s had an exhibition since the beginning of March.

“I put a group of my larger works in this exhibition” she told me. “They’re from several time periods. This one was done quite a while ago. The pose is from one of my favorite paintings, “The Old Guitarist” by Picasso. The poem in the painting is something I came across that seems like it was written for all artists, not just poets – especially these lines:

The poet must look at the world,

Must enter into other men’s lives,

Must look at the earth and the sky,

Must examine the dust in the street,

I asked Shawna how she’d ended up in Dayton. “We travelled quite a bit as I was growing up. Then we moved here and I graduated from Centerville High School. Since then I’ve travelled a bit. I got an art degree at St Mary’s in Indiana and studied for a year in Rome. Then I was a graphic designer in Chicago, California, Denver, then back to California where I started teaching. I moved back here eight years ago and I love it.

The first job I got when I moved here was teaching at the Dayton Art Institute. I taught portraiture, the same class I’d taken there as a high school student. It felt like my life had come full circle.”

I also visited Shawna’s Gallery – https://www.chasinglightartstudio.com/ – at 1410 South Main Street, Studio C, Springboro, Ohio 45066. The studio is on the second floor, so you climb a flight of stairs to get to it.

At the top of the stairs you enter one of two small rooms where you can buy works by more than 15 area artists. Then you enter the large room where Shawna paints and where she gives classes.

“When I first moved to Springboro I took yoga classes here” Shawna told me. “As the morning sun streamed through these windows I always thought it would be a great place to paint. Now I can.””

“Opening this business four years ago has been like a dream come true. Now I can make art and teach in my own space. I first taught art to kids when I lived in California and I was surprised how much I loved it. I’m not sure I could tell you which of those activities – making art and teaching art – I like the best. I usually teach adults one-on-one, and I have regular group classes for kids.”

“For more visits to the studios of local artists go to https://billfranz17.com/ ”

First Baptist Church of Dayton Celebrates its Bicentennial

May 6, 2024 By Dayton937

Sunday, May 12 will mark a special day in the ongoing 200^thAnniversary Celebration for First Baptist Church of Dayton. As part of the Sunday morning worship service, the church will dedicate an Ohio Historical Marker on its front lawn at Monument Avenue and Ludlow Street. Representatives from Ohio History Connection will help unveil the new sign and speak to the importance of recognizing the long-standing history of the church in the community.

“The dedication will take place outside the church at approximately 10:45 a.m.,” stated Pastor Kent Berghuis. “The church service and the dedication are open to the public and all are welcome and encouraged to attend this jubilant event.”

The church also extends an invitation to the community when it will celebrate its 200^th anniversary on Sunday, May 26, 2024. The church will welcome back former pastors, out of town members, and special guests. Church services will begin at 10:00 a.m. followed immediately with a luncheon at the church at 11:30 a.m. If you would like to attend, please RSVP by May 17 to [email protected] or call 937-222-4691.

For those that cannot attend the unveiling of the historic marker, below is the text on both sides of the marker.

First Baptist Church of Dayton organized on May 29, 1824. A council met on the porch of William Huffman’s home at Third and Jefferson and approved 9 members as a congregation. The next day Lydia Huffman was baptized in the Great Miami River, the first recorded Baptist immersion in the city. Their first church building was erected in 1827 on Main Street. In 1829 the congregation suffered a Campbellite schism. Those resolved to remain Baptist incorporated on February 25, 1837, as The First Regular Baptist Church of Dayton, Ohio. The foundations for the Monument Avenue building were begun prior to the 1913 Dayton flood and the cornerstone was laid May 31, 1914. The building was completed, furnished, and ready for worship on June 26, 1915.

First Baptist has long been a beacon of progressive ministry. Many of Dayton’s leading families — with names like Stout, Thresher, Barney, Robert, Canby, McCann, Beaver, and Deeds — were members. The church hosted Orville Wright’s 1948 funeral as his niece, Ivonette Wright Miller, was a member of the church and its choir. Notable long-serving pastors included Henry Colby (1868-1903), Charles Seasholes (1931-1965), and nationally-known Baptist leader J.C. Massee (1913-1919). First Baptist was a leading American supporter of foreign mission work while simultaneously sponsoring such fledgling Dayton congregations as Zion Baptist, considered the city’s oldest Black Baptist church. First Baptist welcomed women into leadership and in 2017 adopted a “Welcoming and Affirming” statement. Celebrating its bicentennial, First Baptist Church builds on its rich history with faith for a vibrant future.

First Baptist Church

111 West Monument Avenue
Dayton, OH 45402

Phone: (937) 222-4691

Don’t Tell Mama featuring The Rubi Girls

May 5, 2024 By Dayton937

Join us for a Mother’s Day extravaganza with fun, friends, and an amazing drag show to benefit the Human Rights Campaign on May 11!

This election year, your generosity and support help us advocate, mobilize, and change hearts and minds while we push back against anti-LGBTQ rhetoric and policies, and help elect pro-Equality candidates.

Please invite any friends who would be interested in joining and learning more about HRC.

For any questions, contact Colin Altman at [email protected].

Archives for May 2024

2 Meat Combo$14

The Norm$21

Pit Girl’s Deluxe$29

Smoked Meat Sandwich

Salad

Smoked Wings

Sides

Desserts

Drinks

2 Meat Combo^$14

The Norm^$21

Pit Girl’s Deluxe^$29