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EMO NIGHT ft Flicker//Fade Live Emo Band Night! The ultimate emo night is here on Thursday, November 7th! Featuring a live band playing the best of Emo* Pop-Punk* Warped Tour Era Music, and more!
HOW TO GO?
Thursday, November 7th
The Brightside, 905 E 3rd St, Dayton
Doors open 7pm
$15 advance tickets here:
https://www.venuepilot.co/events/116634/orders/new
$20 at the door
All ages welcome (under 18 needs supervision)
There is NO re-entry, so please plan appropriately
If you would like to recognize a current City of Dayton employee for excellent service, here’s your chance! The Joseph T. Cline Award acknowledges City of Dayton employees who demonstrate excellence and extraordinary dedication in their career as well as their civic contributions, have been employed by the City for at least two years, and are currently full-time or permanent part-time employees. The nomination process is open to citizens and City employees. Nominees can be employed at any level of the City of Dayton organization.
The Joseph T. Cline Awards Fund was established in 1984 at The Dayton Foundation by Carolynne H. Cline, daughter of the late Joseph T. Cline. Joseph T. Cline was an optometrist, an associate of John Patterson, and a civic volunteer in early 20th century Dayton.
The awards honor current City of Dayton workers who display excellence and dedication in their career as a City employee, as well as civic and community involvement. Honorees receive recognition by the City Commission and a cash award from an endowment established by the Cline family through The Dayton Foundation.
To be eligible, nominees must be a current full-time or permanent part-time employee with a minimum of two years of employment with the City of Dayton. Citizens and City of Dayton employees alike may nominate individuals for this award. Up to 10 winners will be selected by a team of reviewers representing The Dayton Foundation and the City of Dayton, plus a community volunteer and prior awardees.
Nominations are open through Oct. 31 at 5 p.m. Complete and submit a nomination here.
In a collaboration with Universal Pictures, Starbucks has released new drinks and merchandise to celebrate the upcoming release of “Wicked,” the book-turned-musical-turned-movie prequel to “The Wizard of Oz.”
With the movie premiere just a month away, Starbucks has added “Elphaba’s Cold Brew,” a peppermint cold brew topped with matcha cold foam and green sprinkles, and “Glinda’s Pink Potion,” a Mango Dragonfruit Refresher shaken with coconut milk and freeze-dried dragonfruit topped with non-dairy strawberry cold foam and pink sprinkles.
To further celebrate the release, Starbucks will add 16 new tumblers, cold cups, and mini cup keychains to their merch shelves on Nov. 7, inspired by the film’s main characters — the good witch Glinda and the wicked witch Elphaba — the City of Oz, and the pink and green color scheme. In addition, Starbucks will expand its “Discovery Series Collection,” which makes mugs featuring the names of prominent locations, to include Munchkinland, the Emerald City, and Shiz University, all fictional settings in the film.
Additionally, the coffee chain will have new Emerald City-inspired gift cards available for purchase in-store and through the app, with a special gold-colored mini card that doubles as a keychain with a minimum $50 load.
The movie is scheduled to come out Nov. 22 of this year, with “Wicked Part Two” scheduled to premiere Nov. 21, 2025.
The Caroline, located on the square in downtown Troy is running a German inspired menu this week.
Here’s what’s on the menu:
Warm Bavarian Potato Salad with bacon, red onion, egg, Dijon mustard, apple cider, mayo, and dill $7
937-552-7676
As Halloween excitement builds, Candy Funhouse, the leading online retailer of unique candy and snacks from around the globe, unveils its highly anticipated list of the Top 10 Halloween Treats for 2024. From timeless classics to the latest candy trends, this year’s selection promises to delight trick-or-treaters and candy lovers of all ages.
With 93% of Americans planning to share candy and chocolate this Halloween, according to the National Confectioners Association, competition for the top spots on Candy Funhouse’s list has been fierce. Based on a combination of the most popular, social engagement and candyologist® picks, the 2024 list strikes a perfect balance between nostalgic favorites and exciting new sweets.
Candy Funhouse‘s Official Top 10 Halloween Treats for 2024:
“We expected some of the usual suspects like Nerds Clusters and Skittles, but I was definitely surprised to see Ghost Toast from Kit Kat break into the top ranks,” said Dave Theodoropoulos, CMO of Candy Funhouse. “What also caught my attention was Candy Corn making the list—despite being one of the most polarizing candies out there. You either love it or you hate it!”
A recent survey highlights the strong preferences candy corn lovers have when enjoying this iconic treat: 57% eat the whole piece in one bite, 28% start with the narrow white tip, and 15% begin with the wider yellow end. These divided opinions underscore the unique status of candy corn in the Halloween candy landscape.
As Americans gear up for Halloween, with 97% of households expecting trick-or-treaters planning to hand out candy, with 73% opting for mini-sized treats.
Dayton’s own community Salsa band returns The Hidden Gem this Friday, Oct 25th at 8pm.
From the vibrant, growing Hispanic population of Dayton, the interest of Daytonians in Latin-American culture, and a love of music that brings people together, the Dayton Salsa Project (DSP) was born. Founded in August 2018 by local musicians, half Dayton-born with the rest hailing from Puerto Rico, Colombia, and Peru.
The mission of the Dayton Salsa Project is to use music as the means to break barriers and promote inclusion by showcasing how musicians from diverse traditions and cultural backgrounds can get together in one accord. We aim to become ambassadors of Dayton’s diverse community, modeling the values of cultural diversity and inclusion, and sharing the rich history of Salsa at local, state, and national cultural events. Many of us played in other bands that would perform in neighboring large cities like Columbus and Cincinnati only to meet people from Dayton who traveled in search of Salsa music and dancing. It only made sense to make Dayton our official band hometown where we can celebrate the diversity and musicality of Salsa by performing popular classics from the 1970’s and 80’s.
Come out and dance the night away to the beat of salsa, bachata & merengue.
TheatreLab Dayton is thrilled to invite you to a theatrical experience like no other! “Lizzie: The Musical” is coming to Mudlick Tap House, and you don’t want to miss this electrifying show.
Featuring a rock-infused score and a story that will keep you on the edge of your seat, this bold retelling of the Lizzie Borden saga delves into themes of female empowerment, justice, and breaking societal norms. It’s a gripping, high-energy show, perfect for an unforgettable night out in Dayton!
Performance Dates:
All performances will be held on the second floor of Mudlick Tap House (135 E 2nd St, Dayton, OH 45402), offering a cozy, intimate setting for this electrifying performance. While you’re there, why not enjoy some of Mudlick’s craft beers and delicious food before or after the show?
“Lizzie: The Musical” is packed with drama, intrigue, and incredible rock music. Get ready to be swept away by this dynamic production! Tickets are selling fast—be sure to grab yours today at theatrelabdayton.org.
Come join us for a night of murder, mystery, and rock ‘n’ roll!
Dine-in at Red Robin on Monday when there’s a monster deal for everyone. Upgrade any burger to a Monster for only $2 – that’s an extra burger patty and extra cheese! Monster Milkshakes with refill tin are just $4, and Monster Margaritas are just $5. We’ll go ahead and pencil you in for Monday then.
Dine-in only at participating locations.
Red Robin Happy Hour offerings include signature items like Donatos® 10″ Pizza, available for $3 off. Choose the Serious Cheese or Signature Pepperoni, either one of which are sure to compliment your drink with a touch of savory goodness. Or, if you’re in the mood for something different, why not try one of their appetizers? Our Happy Hour isn’t just about great prices; it’s about great times Monday through Friday 3-6pm, in the bar.
Pretzel Bites
Fried Pickle Nickels
Mozzarella Sticks
The O-Ring Shorty®
Towering Onion Rings®
Domestic 16-oz. Drafts, Domestic Bottles, Truly Hard Seltzer & House Margaritas
Tito’s Blue Chill or 6-oz. Wine Pours
Craft 16-oz. Drafts, Craft Bottles, Long Island Iced Tea, Spiked Freckled Lemonade
Red Robin Locations:
2671 Fairfield Commons, Beavercreek
6404 Miller Lane, Dayton
This Saturday is the 2nd annual Dead City Film Fest. We asked Jordan Terrell, co-founder of the Fairborn Phoenix, about why he created this festival and he share with us “we created a film festival I would want to go to. Filmmaking in essence is a punk rock art forum. To get a film finished is an incredibly difficult task where everything is against you. It’s often Shoot now, ask for forgiveness later, don’t forget your bolt cutters and sell your car to finish the film.”
This weekend they will be celebrating 20 films from local and world wide talent.
A few films that will be screened include:
The Happiest Guy in the World – Lance Oppenheim – who just got picked up at A24 for his first fiction after his incredible documentary films Some Kind Of Heaven, Sperm World and Ren Faire
Local Talent Highlights:
The Zombie Defense — Jarrod Robbins and Jason Snellman from Fairborn
“You See What I Deal With?” — Carly Baker from Middletown
Blood Geyser – John Maslowski – Mayfield Heights Ohio
Murdrum Joseph Job Gailey from Cincinnati
STONED by J.W. Cox from Middletown
World Premiere of Infernalis from first time producer Kira L. Wilson
The Montgomery County Municipal Court is running its amnesty program again Oct 21st through Nov 1st. The program allows people with outstanding fines and court fees to come in and pay half of their past due balance. The court will waive the remainder of the fee. License forfeitures and vehicle registration blocks will be canceled upon payment.If you have any questions for the County Municipal Courts, you call (937) 687-9099 or (937) 496-7231
The raffle bikes will be presented after kids awards, so stick around!
Please be Courteous & Kind to Others
We will have runners/walkers of all abilities, including blind and deaf runners. Please be courteous to all participants & volunteers.
Extended!Through August 4 – $24 / $20
August 5 – August 31 – $28 / $24
September 1 – September 30 – $32 / $28
October 1 – October 21 – $36 / $32
October 22, race day – $40 all ages
Virtual – $35, registration deadline October 4
Sinclair Community College – Centerville
12:30pm – 6:00pm, Tuesday, October 22nd
Race Day Only!
Location: 5800 Clyo Road, Centerville, OH 45459
Parking
Please arrive no later than 6pm to secure a parking spot and entry to the event. Traffic will likely be heavy during this time.
Lots of parking at Sinclair! Please reserve the parking spaces closest to the building for those with limited mobility. Overflow available in the St. Francis church lot to the east of Sinclair. Carpool to make it even more fun!!
Join us for an afternoon filled with art, fun, and community spirit! It’s a fantastic way to explore and support local creativity while discovering a wide selection of handcrafted artisanal goods and one-of-a-kind gifts. This month, we’re excited to feature our Artist of the Month, Sarah Maxwell. Visit us at Front Street, Building 100, Door B/C, Third Floor, and experience the vibrant energy of Dayton’s art scene!
This dinner is the first in a series we are calling “Chef Talks.” During this evening you will dine with our featured Chef of the month, enjoying a prix fixe menu that highlights and explores a specific region, certain ethnic cuisine, or ingredient that inspired that Chef to step into the kitchen.
Our First Chef is, of course, Chef Margot Blondet. A culinary heavyweight in Dayton, she is the owner and Executive Chef of both Manna Uptown and Salar Restaurant & Lounge in the Oregon District. Trained at Le Cordon Bleu in her native Lima, Peru, Chef Margot’s style of cuisine marries her Peruvian and French heritage. In this, our first Chef Talks Dinner, Chef Margot will be introducing and exploring the French region of Burgundy.
