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12 Must Attend Charity Fundraisers for July

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With the tornadoes and the destruction they’ve caused to the Miami Valley, our community has truly shown how generous our residents are.  We have over 4000 nonprofit organizations working to make a difference in the lives of those who call Dayton home.  To see our complete list of charitable events for 2019 check our DMM calendar.

Here are MostMetro’s list of the top July events we think you should be aware of:

 

Wine for a Cure

Heidelberg Distributing          July 11 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm . $45
Join the Dayton community at Heidelberg on Thursday July 11th from 5:00 – 7:00pm to support JDRF and participate in an ABC’s (Anything But Chardonnay & Cabernet) wine tasting from wine expert, Rob Vonderbrink. The evening will also include time to network and mingle with light hors d’oeuvres and an optional tour of the Heidelberg distribution facility.
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Fashion, Mission, & Mingle: Tornado Relief

Dayton International Peace Museum           July 12 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm      Donations Requested

While supporting the Tornado Relief efforts of  SoLoved during this event, we are also  providing opportunities for Fashion Professionals to gain additional knowledge about the business and marketing aspects of the industry as well! Fashion, Mission & Mingle will feature presentations and a  panel discussion with industry insiders. Believe us when we say,  you don’t want to miss this celebration.

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Purple Paws: Preble Pets Against Domestic Violence

Eaton Bark Park        July 13 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm .  $5 – $17
Join YWCA Dayton’s Preble County Office during the “dog days” of summer at this day of family-friendly fun with fur-riends! Bring your pet for this fourth annual signature fundraiser benefiting Preble County’s only domestic violence shelter and 24/7 crisis hotline. Activities include a pet showcase (prizes awarded for best trick, best personality, “twinning” pet-and-owner lookalikes, and best in show), photo booth, vendors, food, music, and more.
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Habitat in Hawaii

Schuster Center      July 13 @ 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm . $125

Habitat in Hawaii will feature delicious hors d’oeuvres, drinks dinner and desserts. This tropical paradise includes complimentary beer and wine throughout the evening as your bid in our silent auction and dance the night away to live music from The Kim Kelly Orchestra.

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DAYTON STRONG BEER BASH

Carillon Historical Park        July 13 @ 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm  $5 – $15

The Dayton Brewery Alliance has come together to host a fundraising event in support of local tornado relief efforts in the wake of the devastating storms that destroyed so many homes and businesses in the Miami Valley. Thanks to the generosity of all the breweries, vendors, and musicians, every dollar earned or donated at the event will go to a special fund with The Dayton Foundation.

There will be live music from The American Landscape, Velvet Crush Unplugged, and 9Eight Central. Thirty local and regional breweries will be serving their finest brews and food will be available from Dewberry 1850, Carillon Brewing Co., and Culp’s Cafe

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“Ride for Ronald McDonald House Charities Dayton”

Mack’s Tavern         July 13 @ 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm

2nd Annual “Ride for RMHC Dayton”. One of Dayton’s premier poker run events of the year. Also known to many as the safest and most organized poker run they’ve ever participated in. Last year the money we raised provided almost 60 nights of community, comfort, and hope to families of critically ill children. Please invite all your riding friends and help make this another great year for a great cause!

 

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Benefit Concert for The Greater Dayton Disaster Relief Fund

July 13 @ 1:00 pm – 6:00 pm      Free

This event is the result of a Community Partnership between Five Rivers MetroParks, SOCHE (Southwestern Ohio Council for Higher Education), The Dayton Foundation and many caring community partners who want to recognize and honor those in the Miami Valley who were impacted by the tornadoes on May 27th. All proceeds go towards The Greater Dayton Disaster Relief Fund, established by The Dayton Foundation, to help rebuild the community.

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Dayton 100+ Women Who Care Quarterly Meeting

McGohan Brabender       July 16 @ 5:30 pm – 6:00 pm
This meeting will be the $1M celebration of the impact of 100+ Women!!  One hour meeting to choose and donate to a deserving local charity. All are welcome but only members may vote or present a charity for consideration. We always welcome new members to our charitable giving group!  
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Wright-Patt Credit Union 3rd Annual Sunshine Community Fund 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run

Dominick Lofino Park     July 20 @ 9:00 am – 11:30 am

Wright-Patt Credit Union (WPCU) will host their 3rd Annual Sunshine Community Fund 5k and 1-Mile Fun Run on Saturday, July 20th at 9 am in Lofino Park. WPCU is inviting people of all fitness levels to run, jog or walk and help support our community through the WPCU Sunshine Community Fund. This year’s WPCU Sunshine Community Champions are Artemis Domestic Violence Center, Homefull and St. Vincent de Paul. Strollers and well-behaved dogs are welcome.

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Ohio Mud Volleyball for Epilepsy

Wegerzyn Gardens MetroPark         July 20 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

The 29th Annual Ohio MUD Volleyball for the Epilepsy Foundation Ohio will be July 20, 2019! Join us for a day of muddy fun that you will never forget all while raising money for the fight against epilepsy. Tons of Food! Live music by B-Caged, Sizter Machyne, Bootleg Revival & Ohio Brass & Electric. VIP tent area with breakfast & lunch, DJ, Live music by Chrys Rhodes of Sizter Machyne and more!

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Pat Rupp Memorial Golf Tournament

NCR Country Club       July 22 @ 11:30 am – 7:30 pm   $200

Don’t miss the 14th Annual Pat Rupp Memorial Golf Tournament! Event proceeds help provide Catholic Social Services of the Miami Valley’s services that assist children in the Greater Dayton region, including early childhood education, food assistance, pregnancy & parenting support, professional counseling, and supervised visitation.…

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Beerry Christmas in July

Is the summer heat draining your holiday cheer? Refill your spirit(or at least half of it) at our 4th annual Christmas in July beer tasting! Make sure to bring your Santa hat, elf ears, tacky sweater(or cut it into summer sweater) we’ll help you find your holiday cheer!  Your $10 ticket gets you 6 beer tastes.  Bring a Christmas ornament to be donated to Tornado Survivors to earn an additional taste.

The Greene       July 25 @ 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm   $10
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Steins, Stems, Spirits, Savories & Sweets to benefit Hospice

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Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton is bringing together the best flavors of Dayton at its third Steins, Stems, Spirits, Savories & Sweets event on Saturday, May 18, 7-10 p.m., at The Barn, the corporate headquarters of Ohio’s Hospice (7575 Paragon Road, Dayton, OH 45459).

The event brings together the best tastes of Dayton on one night for a singular celebration that supports the hospice mission. The not-for-profit organization celebrates the lives of those it has the privilege of serving by providing superior care and superior services to each patient and family.

“This event is so special because it enables us to lift up and highlight the creative chefs of wonderful local restaurants and the craftsmanship of local breweries, wine shops, bakeries and chocolatiers,” said Teri Anderson, event chair. “Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton emphasizes celebrating life every day, and we are excited to feature businesses from our community that help us celebrate those important milestones in our lives.”

The evening promises culinary delights for those who love to sample Dayton’s best. The location highlights the headquarters of Ohio’s Hospice, which includes Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton.

Top chefs from locally-owned eateries including Archer’s Tavern; Bella Sorella Pizza, Carvers Steaks & Chops; Coco’s Bistro, El Meson; Greek Street Food Truck; Meadowlark and Wheat Penny Oven & Bar; Sima Japanese & Korean Restaurant; and Watermark will serve scrumptious samples of their best work. Rumbleseat Wine will select and pair wine with food selections. Sweets will be served by Cake, Hope, and Love; Greek Street Baklava; Nothing Bundt Cakes; and Signature Confections.

Local breweries offering locally crafted beer include Lock 27 Brewing, Warped Wing Brewing Company and Yellow Springs Brewery in addition to spirits from Buckeye Vodka.

Ni/Co

Live entertainment will be provided by Ni/Co, a Nashville-based band with Dayton roots featuring a variety of pop/R&B, classic rock and country music; and Tom Downs, a classic guitarist.

To purchase tickets, go to www.HospiceofDayton.org/Steins2019 or call 937.258.5537. Tickets cost $90 each but are limited. Proceeds benefit patient care and services at Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton. Dollars raised will help Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton:

  • Provide superior care and superior services to anyone in our community facing end-of-life, regardless of ability to pay.
  • Provide grief support at no cost to anyone in the community.
  • Provide complementary services such as occupational, massage, music and art therapy.
  • Provide palliative care to patients whose chronic disease compromises their quality of life.

Steins, Stems, Spirits, Savories & Sweets

7 p.m., May 18, 2019

The Barn, 7575 Paragon Road, Dayton, Ohio 45459

Ticket Price: $90

Ticket Information – www.HospiceofDayton.org/Steins2019 or 937.258.5537

Complimentary Valet Parking Available

 

Rockin’ out to support Ronald McDonald House of Dayton!

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This weekend, April 12-13, 2019, you can rock out to a 2-night music event and fundraiser for the Ronald McDonald House. Come for one or both nights of this special event at the new Brightside Music & Event Venue!

Friday night serves as the pre-party for Saturday night’s main event. There you’ll enjoy an extra special Happy Hour, which kicks off at 4:30pm, featuring a tasting from Cutwater Spirits and food available from Godfather’s Pizza. Music starts at 6pm with Last Call Trio, featuring special guest Danny Voris. At 8pm you can witness the 6 year old piano sensation Avett Ray (as seen on CBS News, Good Morning America, People, Inside Edition). At 8:30pm, the Kerry Smith Band rehearses for their big show on Saturday. Tickets are $10 advance, $15 at the door. VIP ticket $30 (includes Saturday night ticket too + reserved seating) More info here.

Saturday night is the main event! Doors open at 6pm. Harvest Mobile Cuisine will be here and have food available for purchase. Avett Ray is back with another performance at 7pm. At 8pm, the Kerry Smith Band takes the stage for this rare reunion show. General admission tickets for Saturday are $15 advance, $20 at the door. VIP ticket $30 (includes Friday night ticket too + reserved seating.) More info here.

This is going to be a fantastic weekend for rock’n’roll fans, and a fabulous way to support Dayton’s Ronald McDonald House!

Sound Valley Summer Music Festival at Yellow Cab Tavern

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The inaugural Sound Valley Summer Music Festival is being held over Labor Day weekend, at the Yellow Cab Tavern on Saturday, September 1st. This festival has a dual purpose: one, to showcase talented rock bands from across the Miami Valley, and to raise awareness and funds to help combat the heroin epidemic through the local non-profit, Brigid’s Path.

“Dayton has been considered the heroin capital of the United States. We want to shift the national perspective and reclaim our reputation as a place for innovation, creativity and artistic expression through music,” Zac Pitts, co-owner of Sound Valley said.

With a full day of live music, Sound Valley Summer Music Festival will feature local rock, indie, and alternative bands, including: Life In Idle, Knavery, Beesly, Yardboss, Weathervein, NOVAGOLD, Seth Canan And The Carriers, Crosley Court, Isicle, Flee The Valley, Dave Zup, ThunderTaker, and A Voice of Your Own.

“This event is meant to connect those who want to take Dayton’s music scene to the next level.” Pitts said. “There will be two stages, both indoor and outdoor, and some amazing local food trucks throughout the day to keep hungry fans happy!”

In addition to great music, half of Sound Valley Summer Music Festival’s proceeds will benefit the Dayton organization, Brigid’s Path. This local non-profit provides inpatient medical care for drug-exposed newborns, non-judgmental support for mothers and education services to improve family outcomes. “The heroin epidemic has hit our community hard,” Pitts said. “We want to work alongside those that are taking away the stigma and standing with our neighbors who are struggling.”

Life in Idle is one of the bands set to perform at Sound Valley Music Festival at Yellow Cab Tavern on September 1, 2018.

HOW TO GO?

Sound Valley Summer Music Festival

Saturday, September 1 at 4pm

Yellow Cab Tavern 700 E 4th Street Dayton, OH

$10 in advance / $13 at doors

 

 

 

PorchFest – 40 Mini-Concerts In One Day

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Play Music on The Porch Day started out as an idea…“What if for one day everything stopped…and we all just listened to the music?”

Even though this seems like a simple idea, if it worked, it could produce profound results. So in 2013 the organizers of the first “Play on a Porch Day” decided to share this idea with the world and to their surprise the idea spread even faster than they could have ever imagined.

In 2017 thousands of musicians from at least 40 countries and over 400 cities – including Dayton for the first time – participated and the movement continues to grow every day. Musicians from across the globe, regardless of their differences, are finding common ground through music.

This year Dayton again participates in this growing international music phenomenon as the now annual event known as Dayton Porchfest, a free, family friendly event for all ages. The festivities take place in the historic St. Anne’s Hill neighborhood, just east of downtown. There you will find over 40 live Dayton musical acts performing on home owner’s porches. Not only do you get to listen to music all afternoon, you get to experience one of Dayton’s most charming neighborhoods!

This event celebrates Dayton’s rich and diverse music scene, with musicians and bands covering funk and blues to indie rock and jazz, classical and country, to bluegrass and old time muisc that has deep Appalachian roots here. This event also celebrates our “Welcome Dayton” spirit that has contributed to a significant influx of immigrants and refugees over the past decade.

Dayton Porchfest is organized by The Collaboratory, a non-profit incubator for community enterprises and initiatives, located on Courthouse Square. Proceeds from Porchfest go to benefit The Collaboratory. Tips for the musicians are appreciated!

St Anne’s is home to the Fifth Street Brew Pub, who will be open during the festivities. Four food trucks will also be on site, including: McNasty’s, Courtland’s Mobile Grill, Pa’s Pork, Chi-Dogs, and Gary’s Italian Ice. Be sure to scroll below for map and music schedule.

How to Go?

When: Saturday August 25th from 1:30pm – 7pm aka “International Play on the Porch” Day. See schedule below.

Where: Throughout St. Anne’s Hill Historic District located between 4th and Josie St. Please do not park in the neighborhood. Parking is available at the Liederkranz building, Stivers High School, Becker Electric, RSC Graphics, and Miami Valley Gasket. Signs will be present. See map below.

Cost: Free!

Ages: All ages welcome

Remember to bring: Sunscreen, chair, and umbrella (just in case!)

Take photos? Please use #DaytonPorchfest #MusicOnTheHill #DiscoverDayton

Still Time To Register For Breast Wishes 5k for Kelli

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Many women we know and love have been affected by breast cancer, including Kelli James, a young mother and beloved sister, who died in the prime of her life. Her sisters, Elesha Snyder and Mandi Moore, decided to both honor their sister and help other women and families in the same situation. The founded the Breast Wishes Foundation to bring joy to those who are suffering with spa days, restaurant gift cards, yoga retreats, nutrition classes, family vacations and financial assistance for medical bills and holistic treatments that aren’t covered by insurance.
The 6th annual 5k for Kelli Run/Walk is Breast Wishes Foundation’s biggest fundraiser of the year, and is coming up this weekend, on August 18th, 2018 at the beautiful Wegerzyn Gardens Metro Park. Since Kelli loved fairies, runners are encourage to dress in their fairy best! No fairy gear? No problem! They will have tutus, wings and flower crowns at the merchandise tent.
This is run / walk 5k, so even if you’re not a runner, you can walk it and support this worthwhile local charity! Foro the competitors out there, awards to the top 3 male and female in each age group and the top 3 male and female overall. Please do consider supporting this fabulous organization!

How to Go?

What: 5k for Kelli Run/Walk

When: August 18, 2018 at 9am 

Where: Wegerzyn Gardens Metro Park at 1301 E. Siebenthaler Avenue. The race will take place on path along the Stillwater River.
Cost: $25-online registration at speedy-feet.com until August 14th. Paper registration at George’s Family Restaurant 5216 North Dixie Drive until the evening of August 17th. On site registration tent opens at 7:30am on race day.
Also – they need volunteers! If you’re interested please contact our volunteer coordinator at [email protected]
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10 Must Attend Charity Fundraisers for July

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Dayton long ago earned a reputation for being a city that gives back. According to the history of the Dayton Foundation, NCR founder and Chairman John H. Patterson championed innovative projects for the betterment of the community. Joining him in his enthusiasm was his sister-in-law, Julia Shaw Patterson Carnell, and nephew, Robert Patterson, son of John Patterson’s brother, Capt. Robert Patterson, all active community leaders in their own right. A leading businesswoman, Julia Patterson Carnell helped establish the Dayton Art Institute by donating works of art, a mansion that served as the museum’s first home and $2 million towards the construction in 1930 of its current facility.

Robert Patterson was a senior executive at NCR and a leader in community affairs. He helped to found the local Boy Scouts and the Dayton Rotary Club and was active with the YMCA, Chamber of Commerce and Miami Valley Hospital.

Today there are over 4000 nonprofits in the region, and to continue the legacy of taking care of our community, there are hundreds of fundraising events to support them. To see our complete list ofcharitable events for 2018 check our DMM calendar.

Here are MostMetro’s list of the top July events we think you should be aware of:

Red, White & Brew

Mall at Fairfield Commons, Entrance A
July 7 @ 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm

The Mall at Fairfield Commons will host their 2nd annual Red, White and Brew event on Saturday, July 7th outside of the main mall entrance next to Bravo!.

The event will include live entertainment, family-friendly activities, food trucks, fireworks and more! The event will also include a beer garden, sponsored by Yuengling. Event admission is FREE, but 100% of all beer sales will go directly to Fisher-Nightingale Houses, Inc.!

Hey There Morgan will perform LIVE at 8:00pm and an amazing fireworks display will follow at 10:00pm!

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Young’s Ice Cream Charity Bike Tour

July 14 @ 8:00 am – July 15 @ 12:00 am
Prices vary.

Cycle to support four local charities! The ride starts and ends at Young’s, with 28-mile, 56-mile, 83-mile, 100-mile and 166-mile (two-day) options. Two-day participants stay overnight in great accommodations at Ohio Northern University. Riders of all ages and abilities raise money for charity and have a good time riding the well-marked routes. Food and ice cream is provided to all volunteers and riders.

This bike ride raises funds for the following charities: Alzheimer’s Association, Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, South Community Behavioral Health & United Rehabilitation Services.

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Habitat in Hollywood- 5th Annual Habitat Gala

Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center
July 14 @ 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Mark your calendars for our 5th annual gala: July 14, 2018, at the beautiful Schuster Center Wintergarden.

No black ties needed on this red carpet! Guests will be dressed in summer casual with a touch of Old Hollywood. Habitat in Hollywood was made for stars like you- it’s Lights! Camera! Gala! during this fun yet casual summer evening.

Habitat in Hollywood will feature delicious hors d’oeuvres, drinks, dinner and dessert. Enjoy complimentary beer and wine throughout the evening. Bid in our silent auction and dance to live music from The Kim Kelly Orchestra.

Complimentary valet parking will be provided.

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Bright Nights

RiverScape MetroPark
July 14 @ 6:30 pm – 10:30 pm
$125

Join us for an evening under the stars. Dayton’s top chefs will prepare a one-of-a-kind gourmet tasting for you to enjoy along with beer, wine, a cigar garden, a 50/50 drawing and live music.

Our chefs:
Roost Restaurants, Dana Downs
Fresco By Chef Jenn DiSanto
Wheat Penny Oven and Bar, Liz Valenti
Meadowlark, Elizabeth Wiley
Watermark Restaurant, Maria Walusis

Lily’s Bistro, Jansen Trotman
Table 33, Desmond Keane

All proceeds raised will support Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Greater Miami Valley. Help our regions LITTLE stars have one-to-one relationships that change their lives for the better.

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Dayton Mud Volleyball for

Epilepsy

Wegerzyn Gardens MetroPark
July 21 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

A massive, muddy event to raise money for the Epilepsy Foundation of the Greater Dayton Region. As if you ever needed a reason to roll around in the mud for a day. But if you need some justification all proceeds benefit the Epilepsy Foundation Greater Dayton Region. So feel good about getting dirty! You can register as a team or as a free agent and you’ll be assigned to a team! Everybody plays! Or perhaps you’d rather volunteer!

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Gala of Hope

July 21 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Many lives in our community are touched by cancer each year. The Gala of Hope Foundation is a financial resource to alleviate some of the damaging effects of cancer by providing funds for patient care, families, caregivers, and research.

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Beerry Christmas in July

The Greene
July 25 @ 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm
$10 – $15

Is the summer heat draining your holiday cheer? Refill your spirit(or at least half of it) at our 3rd annual Christmas in July beer tasting! Make sure to bring your Santa hat, elf ears, tacky sweater(or cut it into summer sweater) we’ll help you find your holiday cheer!

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Big Blue Pub Crawl

Warped Wing Brewing Company
July 28 @ 5:30 pm
$25 – $30

Join us for the fourth annual BIG BLUE Pub Crawl, hosted by the Dayton Action Council and benefitting JDRF. Ticket price include BIG BLUE pub crawl t-shirt, lanyard with crawl map and drink specials along the route.

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Shrimp Boil for Wright Dunbar

Wright Dunbar Historic District
July 28 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
$30

Celebrate summer with a low key fundraiser for Wright Dunbar by joining us for a Shrimp Boil. We’ll cook up the shrimp, corn, and sausage, have plenty of cole slaw and potato salad. Don’t be afraid to dig in and peel some shrimp, drink some ice cold brews and enjoy!

Thanks to our friends at Bonbright Distributors, we’ll be featuring the beers of New Belgium Brewing

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Art Salvo Movie Poster Auction To Benefit FilmDayton

Clash Dayton
July 28 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Art Salvo is a benefit show for FilmDayton. Organized by Freeman Design Co. and Clash Dayton with support from many…

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10 Must Attend Miami Valley April Fundraisers

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Dayton long ago earned a reputation for being a city that gives back. According to the history of the Dayton Foundation, NCR founder and Chairman John H. Patterson championed innovative projects for the betterment of the community. Joining him in his enthusiasm was his sister-in-law, Julia Shaw Patterson Carnell, and nephew, Robert Patterson, son of John Patterson’s brother, Capt. Robert Patterson, all active community leaders in their own right. A leading businesswoman, Julia Patterson Carnell helped establish the Dayton Art Institute by donating works of art, a mansion that served as the museum’s first home and $2 million towards the construction in 1930 of its current facility.

Robert Patterson was a senior executive at NCR and a leader in community affairs. He helped to found the local Boy Scouts and the Dayton Rotary Club and was active with the YMCA, Chamber of Commerce and Miami Valley Hospital.

Today there are over 4000 nonprofits in the region, and to continue the legacy of taking care of our community, there are hundreds of fundraising events to support them. To see our complete list of charitable events for 2018 check our DMM calendar.

Here are MostMetro’s list of the top April events we think you should be aware of:

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Latinos Amigos 5th annual Gala

Wright State University
April 6 @ 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Wright State University and the Office of Latino, Asian, Native American Affairs (LANA) hosts it’s 5th annual Latinos Amigos Gala Wright State Nutter Center to raise support for Latino students at Wright State University!

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Spring for the Heart

American Legion Post 707
April 6 @ 6:00 pm – April 7 @ 12:00 am    $25.00
Enjoy a great night of music and dancing featuring Shadowlife and Danielle from Talk of the Town Entertainment. Take a chance in Casino Style Games. Participate in the Silent Auction, Raffles, 50/50 drawings, and more! All while raising awareness about heart conditions in youth and young adults.
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Black and White Party 2018

Springfield Museum of Art
April 13 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm     $45

Our fifth annual dance party! This year on a new night (Friday) and a new time (7-11pm) and in a new location (the Black Box Gallery). What’s the same? Last year’s DJ, DJ Chill, is back by popular demand. And photographer Andrew Grimm will once again document the event. If you’ve never been before, maybe this is your year to discover one of our most fun nights!

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The Legend of Geek Gala 2018

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VR, old-school Nintendo, Blind Bob’s, and enough raffle prizes to make your head spin: it’s a party. Better than that, it’s a gala.

The official Dayton Geek Gala comes to Blind Bob’s in the Oregon District this Saturday at 7 pm “The Legend of Geek Gala” makes its return to Dayton with a Legend of Zelda theme and trust me: you’ll want to be in attendance.

The event is the brainchild of Dayton resident Josher Lumpkin — a neonatal nurse with a passion for community and all things geek. The gala hopes to bring a taste of the convention culture home to Dayton, providing a one-stop hangout for anyone geek enough to enjoy it. The inaugural 2017 effort brought in nearly $3000 for the Extra Life foundation and was such a success Josher was forced to relocate into a larger venue. It’s a party from wall to wall, with games, raffles, and fellow geeks packing in to Blind Bob’s.  

Come for the chance to win some one-of-a-kind Star Wars raffle prizes. Come for the chance to get your hands on the red-hot Nintendo Switch (including some of the latest and greatest games provided by Nintendo rep Ron Martin). Come for the chance to prove that through all these years of PS-whatever’s and Oculus-nonsense, you are still the undisputed king of Double Dragons, or the true master of the SNES. There’s something for everyone.

Photo by Larry Peck Photography — with Jenner Lumpkin, Josher Lumpkin and Katey Mermaid, Ohio’s First Mermaid at the 2017 Geek Gala.

Be wary: while the drinks, raffle prizes, games are open to all who walk through the door, only the truest of geeks dressed in costume will get the cool $5 discount on the $10 cover charge. Not only that, but a costume contest — with prizes for the winners of course — will be held by Through the Ages Fabrics’ own Scott Bradley, and judged by Susanne Kern from The Human Race Theatre Company, Mary Stephens a competitive cosplayer, and Matthew Smith from Ohio Renaissance Festival.

Whether it’s that dusty Zelda outfit in your closet you’ve been aching to show off since you splurged for it two Halloween’s ago, or the ever-nagging thought of finally making your way to Through the Ages Fabrics to see how good you’d look in a Dr. Who get-up: now is your chance. Geek out, and geek out hard.

Rachel Morris of Hawthorne Hill Photography will be snapping photos of attendees in all their geek glory, so get your camera poses ready.

“It’s just a celebration of whatever you’re into” Josher describes, “and even if you’re not into that… it’s just fun. Who doesn’t like a costume party?” Good question.

As mentioned above, all proceeds will be donated to the Dayton Children’s Hospital through the Extra Life foundation. Partners Absolute and Tito’s vodka will be donating $1 and $3 respectively for every drink ordered.

For more information on the event, and to find all the names of the people who make this event possible, head over to the event’s Facebook page here. And if you can’t make the event but want to support the cause, fret naught! Head over to the event’s Extra Life donation page here!

It’s a party, it’s a community, and like any true Dayton event, it’s all in good fun to help those around us.

Prizes, costumes, games, and a good cause: what more could you need?

 

Stivers Savor Your Sunday Brunches Are Back at Coco’s

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Each Sunday in February, Coco’s Bistro will have different student performers from Stivers School for the Arts serenade you as you enjoy a tasty brunch, and support the premier arts school in the region.

These Sunday’s sell out quickly, so be sure to reserve for one or more Sundays ahead of time so you won’t miss out.

 

SAVOR YOUR SUNDAY  E N T R E E S    

FILET & EGGS

chargrilled filet, sunny side up eggs, house made demi glace, & home fried potatoes, english muffin

FRITTATA

fresh eggs, asparagus, carmelized onions, gouda, chive creama, home fried potatoes, English muffin

ITALIAN GRILLED CHEESE

panko breaded sourdough, four cheese blend, & our creamy tomato bisque

SPINACH SALAD                                                                     

blackened chicken breast, baby spinach, granny smith apples, french burnt walnuts, gouda, maple molasses vinaigrette, lemon zest

CHICKEN & WAFFLES

buttermilk fried chicken, belgian waffle, ohio maple syrup, house hot sauce

SHRIMP AND GRITS

Red chili butter, gorgonzola grits, white cheddar biscuit

THE BIG BREAKFAST

Local savory sage sausage, cracked black pepper gravy, white cheddar biscuit, home fried potatoes, over easy eggs, Applewood bacon

Tickets are $30 per guest. [$15 is tax-deductible] includes cinnamon focaccia bread.  Price does not include tax and gratuity.   Reservations are available  from 10am to 1:30pm. Tickets are $30 per guest [$15 is tax-deductible],  Bloody Mary’s & Mimosa’s are available for $5.  Full bar also available.

  • Feb. 4th
    The Stivers Jazz Group
  • Feb. 11th
    The Stivers Chamber Choir
  • Feb. 18th
    The Stivers Concert Pianists
  • Feb. 25th
    The Stivers Strings

Coco’s Bistro is located at 250 Warren St, Dayton, OH 45402 and can be reached at (937) 228-2626.

Do You Make Award Winning Chili?

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If you consider yourself a chili connoisseur, Bellbrook Park District wants you to put your recipe to the test by entering in their 3rd Annual Chilly Weather, Chili Cook-Off!

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Attendees can taste and vote for their favorite chili, or just spend time with family and friends. There will be a $1 per cup associated with tasting the chili to help raise money for the Family Resource Center in Bellbrook; otherwise it is free to be a part of the festivities. After chowing down take a quick hike on the wooded trail in the Gooding Addition (adjacent to the park headquarters).

To become a chili competitor or volunteer contact the park district for details. Chili champion will be awarded the “Cheesy Chili Trophy” and bragging rights until next winter! Chili Competitors need to pre-register no later than 1/24 (the Wednesday before the cook-off) and spots are limited to the first 14 competitors.  Volunteers will get up to 3 free tastes.

The Chili champion as crowned by the public will be awarded the “Cheesy Chili Trophy” and bragging rights until 2019!

Chili Competitors register here: https://bellbrooksugarcreek.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=1351

Boys Night Out with Mom benefits Ronald McDonald House

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The Red Shoe Society Dayton and the Jr. Red Shoe Society invites sons and their mothers, grandmothers, and friends to share an evening of dancing and games, to support Ronald McDonald House Charities of Dayton. The Boys Night Out with Mom is a memory-making event that is both fun and teaches our young men the importance of giving back to help others.

Festivities include: Dinner & Dancing, Raffles, Sports, Games & Prizes, Sweets & Treats, and Photo Station! If you’re interested in attending, don’t delay, register today!

Proceeds benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities of Dayton and its mission to provide a “home-away-from-home” to families of critically ill or injured, hospitalized babies and children. Can’t attend but want to help? Share this event and Subscribe to their mailing list for future Red Shoe events.

How to go?

Sunday, October 8, 2017
NCR Country Club
4435 Dogwood Trail, Kettering
4:30 PM – 7:00 PM

Cost is $30 per guest, registration available until Wednesday, 10/4. Registration required to attend.

For questions, please contact Marisa Brown at [email protected].

An Empty Bowls Fundraiser

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Join us for our 11th annual Empty Bowls fundraiser to benefit the Craft Emergency Relief Fund (CERF). Select a beautiful handmade pottery bowl (yours to keep!) and enjoy a delicious soup dinner. Thurs & Fri (5-8) and Sat (11-3). Pottery demonstration on Saturday afternoon by Erin Lambers from Cornell Studio Supply. Grab a friend and join us for this spectacularly fun evening of fundraising!

Dayton Ballet & DCDC Volunteers Duel Behind the Bar!

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Dayton is renowned for it’s incredible legacy in the history of American dance. In 1927, The Schwarz School of Dance (now Dayton Ballet School) was opened in Dayton, by the gifted Schwarz sisters, who returned home after performing professionally around the world. Ten years later, the sisters created “The Experimental Group for Young Dancers,” and staged a performance at the Dayton Art Institute. This was the first performance of what is now the Dayton Ballet, the second oldest regional ballet company in the US.

The Schwarz sisters instructed another pioneer of dance, Jeraldyne Blunden. In 1968, Jeraldyen went on to create her own school, Jeraldyne’s School of Dance. A few years later, she established the Dayton Contemporary Dance Company, the first modern dance company in Ohio. The company regularly performs in Dayton, and around the world, including an upcoming trip to Russia and Kazakhstan next May as part of Dance Motion USA, a cultural diplomacy program organized by the U.S. Department of State and the Brooklyn Academy of Music.

These incredible achievements and milestones are being celebrated with style over the next year or two. The Dayton Ballet celebrates it’s 80th Season, and next year DCDC hits their 50th Birthday! Volunteers from the Dayton Ballet Barre and DCDC Ambassadors are joining forces Tuesday, September 5th, 2017 at Brixx Ice Company to kickoff these spectacular seasons! They’ll be slinging drinks as dueling bartenders, and might even have a dance off or two!

Enjoy commradere, drink specials, and a fun way to support these historic arts organizations. Best of all – there will be random ticket giveaways for the exciting up-coming seasons! There will also be ticket discounts available to anyone interested. Tickets to these outstanding artistic events are perfect for date nights, girls nights, and gifts!

How to Go?

Dayton Ballet Barre & DCDC Ambassadors

Dueling Bartenders / 2017-2018 Season Kickoff!

Tuesday, September 5th, 2017 from 6pm-8pm

Brixx Ice Company – 500 E 1st Dayton, OH

 

Soft Rock Cafe to host Memorial Event, Sat. May 6th

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The Skylar Kooken Memorial Fund will be the beneficiary of an event at Soft Rock Cafe this Saturday featuring a live band, raffles, silent auctions and more.  The memorial fund has raised over $20,000 in past years, all of which went to local scholarships.

The event is in memory of Skylar Kooken, who passed away in a fatal car crash in 2012 where 3 lives were lost.  This weekend would have been her 21st birthday.

The fundraiser starts at 8pm and lasts until 2am.  There will be live music from local band “Hey There Morgan.”  There will also be raffle prizes, 50/50 raffles, silent auction prizes, and more.  Here is the scoop on how you can help this worthy cause.

 

HERE’S THE SKINNY ON THE SKYLAR KOOKEN MEMORIAL FUNDRAISER:

WHAT: A celebration of a life, with the fundraising for local scholarships

WHAT ELSE: Live band “Hey There Morgan”

WHEN: SATURDAY MAY 6, 2017  – doors open at 8pm

WHERE: SOFT ROCK CAFE – 877 E. Franklin St, Centerville, Ohio 45459

COST: $5 suggested donation at the door

 

The Big Ragu will be on hand, and we hope to see you at the event !!!

Stay tuned to all of our Food Adventure events.

This Must Be The Party!

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This Must Be the Party! is a brand new benefit show produced by the Dayton Ballet Barre, as a fundraiser for the Dayton Ballet. This “dance party for the dancers” is a special collaboration by the region’s most talented musicians, performing songs from The Talking Head’s epic 80’s rockumentary “Stop Making Sense.” This classic performance will be recreated by this fantastic ensemble on Saturday April 15th at Oddbody’s Music Room. Doors open at 8pm, and Show runs from 9pm–11:30pm. The best part is that it’s a super affordable way to support the Arts in Dayton: Just $15 for pre-sale tickets or $20 at the door, day of show. 18+

Libby Ballengee, President of the Dayton Ballet Barre and a local music promoter through her own music production company, Venus Child Productions, explains the origin and inspiration for this event: “It was an easy ‘win’ all around – the Ballet Barre needed a fundraiser, a group of musicians wanted a reason to perform this album (because it’s so fun!), and lots of my friends would be in heaven if we did this show. I could not be more excited for this show! This is truly going to be an extremely fun event!”

The incredible line-up of Dayton, Cincinnati and Louisville musicians performing include: Brian Hoeflich, Patrick Himes, Nathan Lewis, Erich Reith, Greg Lewis, Aaron Holm, Dan Hereford, Keith Cost, Khrys Blank, Mykal, John Dubuc, Nathan Peters, Brian Spirk, Eric Cassidy, and Matt Byanski.

Big thanks go out to the sponsors of this event: Houser Asphalt & Concrete, Nightstar Security, Turner Property Services Group, On-the-Go Prints, and Oddbody’s Music Room.

How to go?

Saturday April 15th 2017 at Oddbody’s Music Room.

Doors 8pm. Show 9pm. 18+ with valid ID.

$15 advance. $20 day of show.

For tickets: https://www.ticketfly.com/purchase/event/1437688