July Community Events
Posted: 4:00 pm EST February 20, 2007Updated: 4:53 pm EDT July 24, 2009
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Find Great things to do at the Greene County Libraries!
The Greene County Libraries have lots of great programs and their seven locations in Beavercreek, Jamestown, Cedarville, Fairborn, Yellow Springs, Xenia and Bellbrook. Visit their site for a list of things for children, teens, adults and families!
Greene Library
Summer Programs at Wright-Dunbar Interpretive Center
Walking Tour
16 South Williams Street, Dayton
Date: May 23 to September 7, 2009 or by reservation
Time: Daily 10:30 a.m.
Join a ranger to discover the heritage of West Dayton, home neighborhood of the Wright brothers and Paul Laurence Dunbar. Discover the neighborhood fabric reflected in the restored homes and business of a neighborhood reborn. (Also offered May and September on Saturday & Sunday or by reservation.)
Aviation Trail Visitor Center, Museum and The Wright Cycle Company building are open daily 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas & New Year's Day)
For More Information: call 937-225-7705.
Ranger Talks The Wrights at Huffman Prairie
Huffman Prairie Flying Field
Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Gate 16A to Pylon Road
Date: May 23 to September 7, 2009 or by reservation
Time: Daily 10:30 a.m..
Explore the pasture where the Wright Brothers continued their work after Kitty Hawk as they developed the world's first practical air plane, the 1905 Wright Flyer III, and taught 119 men and women how to fly.
Huffman Prairie Flying Field is open every day except Wednesday 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. It is also closed for the USAF Marathon, September 19th and is subject to closure based on the needs of the United States Air Force and may be impacted by adverse weather please call before visiting.
For More Information: call 937-425-0008
Ranger Talk
Huffman Prairie Flying Field Interpretive Center
2380 Memorial Road, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base
Date: May 23 to September 7, 2009 or by reservation
Time: Daily 1:00 p.m.
Discover the past and present of this park designed by the Olmsted Brothers. Topics include the area's ancient past, the history of the Wright Memorial, the formulation of the Miami Conservancy District, and the development of the Wright-Patterson Air Force Base.
Huffman Prairie is open daily 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas & New Year's Day & for the USAF Marathon, September 29 Huffman Prairie is subject to closure based on the needs of the United States Air Force.)
For More Information: call 937-425-0008
July Family Getaway Camp
YMCA Camp Willson
Bellefontaine, Ohio
Date: July 3-5, 2009
Cost: Adults $123; Teens 13-17 $95; Children 6-12 $85 & 5 and under are free
This is the perfect place to share time with your family! Your family has their choice of activities, boating, horseback riding, hiking, swimming, campfire, climbing wall, great meals included and so much more.
For More Information or Registration: call 1-800-423-0427 or go online Camp Willson
The Fisher Nightingale Fundraiser
Tickets on sale now until July 4, 2009
Drawing to be held on July 4th at Centerville's Americana Festival
Sponsored by Custom Connections Home Audio & Video and All*Sports Barbers of Centerville, all tickets are $5 each.
All money raised will be donated directly to The Fisher Nightingale House which provides an opportunity for military families to stay together and support each other while a loved on is undergoing medical treatment. The house provides emotional and physical support to our servicemen and servicewomen and money raised will go to help with operating needs. Multiple prizes will be awarded from the ticket drawing on July 4th and the parking lot of All*Sports Barbers will have music, military activities, area military servicemen and servicewomen, food and refreshment sales, and a lot of exciting activities for the whole family. All food and refreshment sales and ticket proceeds will go to The Fisher Nightingale House.
Grand Prize: 37" ultra thin LED HD TV with basic installation & f year parts and labor
For More Information: call Tom Ashton at 937-603-1729 or email Debbie Millard
National Museum of the United States Air Force
WPAFB, Ohio
Date: July 4, 2009
The museum is open during this holiday
This Independence Day, remember those who have established and maintain Americas independence while visiting the National Museum of the United States Air Force.
For more information: go online National Museum
American Legion 10th Annual Can-Am National Car Show
American Legion
Tony Stein Post 619
1510 Webster Street, Dayton
Date: July 4, 2009
Time: Gates open at 10 a.m. for registration show starts 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Cost: Entry fee for show vehicles $10; $5 general admission (children under 10 are free with paying adult)
Dash plaques to the first 75 registered vehicles. Trophies and cash prizes. There will be games, raffles, door prizes, oldies music and food. Open to all vehicles.
For More Information: call Claudia Ritter at 937-657-6271 or Dave Pleasant at 937-278-7302 or you can email Claudia
Pull for the Kids Tractor Pulls
Greene County Combined Health District
Greene County Fairgrounds, Xenia
Date: July 4, 2009
Time: Antique tractor pulls begin at 10 a.m.
Cost: Admission is $5 for adults; children 10 and under FREE
Antique tractor pull weigh in at 9 a.m. pull begins at 10 a.m. Entry Fee $10 (call Lester Davis at 937-767-2514)
Kiddie Tractor Pull begins at 3 p.m. Entry fee $1 per child (call Bobby King 937-376-3822)
Modified Tractor Pull weigh in at 3 p.m. pull begins at 5 p.m. Entry fee $20 (contact Bill Martin at 937-765-2386, Toby Glass 937-313-6656, Anita Barker 740-426-8600 or Phil Davis at 937-313-5389)
Proceeds will go to the Children's Prescription Fund which provides for needed prescription medications for families that are financially unable to pay for them.
For More Information on the event: call Laurie Fox at 937-374-5669 or Carol Sue Knox at 937-374-5658.
Kettering's Go 4th 2009
Delco Park
1700 Woodman Center Drive, Kettering
Date: July 4, 2009
Time: 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Cost: FREE
There will be great music all evening featuring headline Eric Dove and Eleventh Hour, an a capella choir from Fairmont High School. Activities for kids of all ages held near Shelters number 1 and number 3. Activities from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. include arts and crafts, games, entertainment and inflatables. Cap off the evening by watching a spectacular fireworks display beginning at 9:45 p.m. and accompanied by patriotic and popular music.
No alcohol, pets, sparklers or other fireworks permitted. Gates close to car traffic at noon on July 4. Parking for persons with disabilities is located inside Delco Park. You must have an Ohio State Disability parking tag to enter.
For More Information: call Stacy Schweikhart at 937-296-2587.
Summer Camp Program Art in the Park Ages 7 to 12
The Bellbrook-Sugarcreek Park District
Bellbrook Park
Date: Session III July 6 to July 9, 2009
Time: 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. or 11:00 a.m. to noon
Cost: $15 per session
Summer art programs will focus on introducing the basics of arts and crafts. Each session will feature different projects, so sign up for one or more sessions.
For More Information or To Register: call 937-848-3535
For More Information on the Parks District go online Parks District
WACO Military Experience
Historic WACO Field
1865 S. County Road 25A
Troy, Ohio
Date: July 10-12, 2009
Cost: $5 admission (children 6 and under are free Active and retired military will receive $1 off admission with proof of service.
This military show and swap meet is a wonderful educational family event that will feature a variety of Military displays that will include vintage aircraft representing 20th century conflicts along with authentically restored military vehicles. Visitors will also enjoy the re-enactors and living history encampments, viewing the authentic military uniforms and artifacts and home front displays. There are also various military drill demonstrations planned.
For More Information: call the WACO Historical Society at 937-335-9226 or go online WACO
It's in the Details: Wil and Orv as Printers"
Wright-Dunbar Interpretive Center
16 South Williams Street, Dayton
Date: July 10, 11 and August 7, 8, 2009
Time: 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Demonstration Program Wil and Orv began their careers as printers, and it took a keen eye and attention to detail to get this job done "Wright." Learn about the details of their business and the basic steps it took to print in the 1890 room the Wright brothers used.
Unified Health Solutions/Café Boulevard Fundraising
Café Boulevard
329 E. Fifth Street, Dayton
Date: July 10, August 14, 2009
Time: 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Café Boulevard will make a donation to Unified Health Solutions for every dinner and every appetizer sold on the second Friday of each month. In addition, Café Boulevard is hosting Lunch with Style, a complimentary lunch to give UHS families a chance to spend quality time together while enjoying a stylish leisure lunch.
For More Information: contact Unified Health Solutions or Café Boulevard.
Culture Works E.A.T.S. at the Bocce Classic
Date: July 10-12, 2009
15th Annual Bocce Classic tournament play will be taking place at different times over the weekend with dinners provided by area restaurants in the evening. At least 64 teams of 4 are expected to participate in the tournament. Proceeds from the dinners will benefit Culture Works and WeCare Arts.
July 10 Brio's Dinner at 5 p.m. Tickets are $12
July 11 Outbak Dinner at 5 p.m. Tickets are $12
July 12 Spaghetti Dinner at noon Tickets are $7
To Purchase Tickets: call 937-22-ARTS or charge them online Culture Works
Vandalia Youth Theatre Presents:
Annie Jr. & Les Misearbles (school edition)
Smith Middle School
3625 Little York Road, Dayton
Date: Annie Jr. July 10-12 & July 18-19; Les Miz July 17-19 & July 24-26
There will be a special performance of both with signing for the hearing impaired on July 18.
Tickets and information are available at Vandalia Youth Theatre
For More Information: Call 937-371-9258.
United A.M.E. Church 35th Anniversary & Reunion
286 East Church Street, Xenia
Date: July 10-12, 2009
Time: Services Friday 7:00 p.m., Saturday 12 to 6 p.m.
This celebration is to commemorate 35 years of the unity of two AME churches following the devastating 1974 tornado. Services will begin Friday with a soul stirring, mind lifting and soul food sermon as the former United Pastor, Rev. Dr. Antoni Sinkfield (of the St. John AME Church in Nashville, TN), returns as the guest speaker. Saturday will be a day of fun activities, food, games, vendors and a 6 hour gospel fest to be held on the Central Middle School grounds followed by a 6 p.m. service at the church with a special guest speaker.
The Sunday morning service will be held at United and will conclude with a banquet at 4 p.m.
1st Annual Hands and Paws for Hope Dog Walk-A-Thon
Rehabilitation Center for Neurological Development/Nicholas School
Hollow Park, Piqua, Ohio
Date: July 11, 2009
Time: Registration is at 8 a.m.
Cost: Early Registration $15 Individual & $25 Team (by July 3); After July 3 Individual is $20 and Team $30
A super fun filled event for the entire family. Walk alone or for a team. Raising pledges is optional and you can walk with your pet or in honor of your pet. Everyone is encouraged to participate. There will be demonstration, contests, door prizes, pet photos, a kid's corner and much more.
For More Information: contact Carla Bertke at 937-773-7630 or go online RCND
The Dayton View Historic Association Yard Sale
Date: July 11, 2009
Time: 9:00 a.m to 6:00 p.m.
RAIN OR SHINE!!! Neighborhood garage sale the historic district is roughly bounded by Broadway, Harvard Boulevard, Superior and Salem Avenues.
Art in the Park
Wright-Dunbar Interpretive Center
16 South Williams Street, Dayton
Date: July 11, 18 & 25, 2009
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
For a second summer, Dayton Aviation will team up with the K12 Gallery for free Art in the Park Saturday sessions. Children, enrolled in Kindergarten through 6th grade, will have the opportunity to use their imagination, creativity, and talent while having FUN!
Pre-registration is Required: call Judi Hart at 937-225-7705 or email Judi for more information or to obtain registration form. Participants must be signed in by and adult on the day of the activity.
Thornhill Ride Charity Poker Ride
Union City American Legion
Union City
Date: July 11, 2009
Time: Registration begins at 10 a.m.
Cost: $15 per rider; $25 with passenger
Sgt. Daniel Thornhill (29) is a resident and graduate of Ansonia and was injured while serving in Afghanistan. He has undergone multiple surgeries and has lost both of his legs. The funds raised will go to help Sgt. Thornhill and his family. The motorcycles will be escorted out of town promptly at noon by local emergency personnel. Upon returning to Union City, the motorcyclists will be treated to a hog roast meal and entertainment. There will be raffles, 50/50, opening ceremony & blessing at 11:45 a.m., bikes returning 4:30-5PM and hog roast meal and entertainment.
For More Information: contact Crystal Horne at 937-337-0357.
March of Dimes Bikers for Babies
Bowling at Beaver-Vu Lanes
1238 North Fairfield Road, Beavercreek
Date: July 11, 2009
Time: 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Cost: $20 includes 3 games & shoe rental
Help the March of Dimes continue to help babies by bowling at Beaver-Vu. 9-Pin "No Tap" singles prizes will be given for the top 5!
For More Information & information on the Bikers for Babies Ride in September: go online Bikers for Babies or call 937-294-3330.
Bike with A Ranger Tour:
The Gem City: Historic Homes and Sites of Dayton
Wright Cycle Company
22 South Williams Street, Dayton
Date: July 12 & August 9, 2009
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
This somewhat challenging bicycle ride along urban streets and hilly terrain will stop at locations that tell the story of Dayton in the early 20th century. Homes that will be seen are Orville Wright's mansion, Hawthorn Hill; and Patterson Homestead, birthplace of NCR founder, John H. Patterson. Other sites will include Woodland Cemetery and Carillon Historical Park. The tour ends where it started in Wright-Dunbar Village.
Pre-registration is required call 937-425-0008 and ask for Mark. All participants should be present no later than 8:30 a.m. for sign in and orientation. Bicyclists should be in good physical condition and feel comfortable gearing up and down hills. Tours may be cancelled due to inclement weather. Huffman Prairie Flying Field is located on an active military installation and may be closed without prior notice. Participants are required to bring their own bicycles and personal gear, including snacks and/or lunch. Proper wear of helmets is required. Bicycles should be in good operating condition and are subject to safety inspections. Call 937-425-0008 for latest information.
Nature Explorers Camp Ages 7 to 12
The Bellbrook-Sugarcreek Park District
Incredible Insects Kehl Park
Date: Session II July 13 to 16, 2009
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Cost: $25 per session
Calling all nature fans! Come learn the basics of being a young naturalist. You'll learn about animals signs, water conservation, habitats, bird calls, tree ID and more.
For More Information or To Register: call 937-848-3535
For More Information on the Parks District go online Parks District
Prairie Workshop
Huffman Prairie Flying Field Interpretive Center & Huffman Prairie
Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Gate 16A to Pylon Road
Date: July 14, 2009
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
This free full-day workshop is opened to anyone age 16 or older interested in prairie ecology and conservation. Sessions will be at the Huffman Prairie Flying Field Interpretive Center and Huffman Prairie, one of the largest remnant prairies in Ohio.
Registration Required Please register early: Call 937-425-0008 by Thursday July 9th. Bring a sack lunch.
YWCA Dayton Breakfast with the CEO
YWCA Dayton
141 West Third Street, Dayton
Date: July 15, August 12, September 9, October 14, 2009
Time: 7:30 a.m. to 8:15 a.m.
Cost: FREE
The YWCA Dayton will present a series of "Breakfasts with the CEO" from May to October 2009. Carol J. Hinton, CEO of the YWCA Dayton will share how the programs and services provided by the YWCA give safe shelter, counsel and hope to the thousands of women and teens and children who seek its services each year. She will give an overview of current YWCA activities as well as the YW's future endeavors. The breakfasts are free and all friends, supporters and interested community members are invited to attend. Optional tours will follow each meeting.
For More Information & To RSVP: call Angie Hoschouer at 937-461-5550 Ext 179 or email Angie or visit the website YWCA
Aviation Heritage Speaker Series: Sarah Byrn Rickman
Engineers Club
110 East Monument Avenue, Dayton
Date: July 16, 2009
Time: 7:00 p.m.
A former newspaper reporter and columnist, Sarah Byrn Rickman is also a free lance writer and author of several books on women in the field of aviation, particularly those who served as WASPS, the Women's Auxiliary Squadron Ferry Pilots, during World War II. Ms. Rickman's presentation will focus on the valuable contributions the WASPs made toward the successful conclusion of that war.
St. Boniface Parish Summer Festival
Miami & S. Downing Streets, Piqua
Date: July 17-19, 2009
Time: Friday 6 to 11 p.m.; Saturday 5 to 11 p.m. & Sunday 12:30 to 9 p.m.
Cost: Admission is free public is invited!
This annual event will feature a variety of foods, raffles and games of chance, children's activities, musical entertainment and home-made baked goods. There will be a 2 man team corn hole tournament on Sunday. Registration for tournament is $20 per team. Register online at St. Boniface or by calling 937-773-1656.
For More Information on the Festival: go online at St. Boniface or call the parish at 937-773-1656.
Bow Wow Wash
Meadow View Growers
755 North Dayton-Lakeview Road, New Carlisle
Date: July 18, 2009
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Best Friends Pet Assisted Therapy will be on hand for a dog wash with the proceeds benefiting their charity.
For More Information on Best Friends Pet Assisted Therapy go online Best Friends
For More Information on the dog wash: call Meadow View Growers at 937-845-0093 Ext 3014.
Family Day at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force
WPAFB, Ohio
Date: July 18, 2009
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Cost: FREE
Countdown to hands-on fun and learning at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Forces July Family Day! Join us as we commemorate the 40th anniversary of one of mankinds greatest technological achievements the Apollo 11 moon landing! We will be celebrating with a day of fascinating activities and exhibits that will highlight rocketry, space flight and space history
For more information: go online National Museum
Chaos in the Park 2009
A Benefit Concert for Barry Hobart AKA "Dr. Creep"
Snyder Park Band Shell
1900 Snyder Road, Springfield
Date: July 18, 2009
Time: Noon to 9:00 p.m.
Cost: Admission is FREE DONATIONS ARE WELCOME!!
This will be a day of fun, food, games, raffles, vendors and MUSIC all to benefit long time TV personality, Dr. Creep! Dr. Creep will be on site to meet and greet.
For More Information: check out the MySpace Page Dr. Creep Benefit
Germantown's Saturday Night Out
10th Year Anniversary Cruise-In
Date: July 18, 2009
Time: 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Theme is 30's 40's and 50's "Fords".
Entertainment provided by 11 piece jazz band, "Reload.
For More Information: call Cindy Wallace at 937-380-8087.
Stillwater Center Annual Cruise-In
Frontage of Stillwater Center
8100 North Main Street, Dayton
Date: July 19, 2009
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Registration begins at 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Registration Fee is $10.
There will be trophies given for best truck, best interior, best original, best street machines, best engines, best street rod, best unfinished, director's choice, parents' choice, dash plaques for the first 75 cars!
There will be prizes, giveaways, food, breakfast/lunch, raffle 50/50, bake sale, music (Karaoke Connection) and vendors are welcome!
Proceeds will go to the Stillwater Center Families & Friends, Inc. to purchase residents' needs.
For More Information: contact Jim Conner at 937-547-1635 or Randy Clark at 937-248-4803.
Friends of Smith Gardens 2009 Blanket Concert Series
Smith Gardens
800 block of Oakwood Avenue, Oakwood
Date: July 19, 2009
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Cost: FREE
Bring your blanket and join others for a wonderful evening which will have the diversity of the jukebox with the visual excitement of a live show This Side Up gives you the best of both worlds. They cover songs by artists such as Journey, Earth Wind & Fire, Pink, INXS, Gwen Stefani, The Bee Gees, Pat Benatar, Stevie Wonder, John Mellencamp, Sheryl Crow, Johnny Cash, Bon Jovi, The Pretenders, U2, James Brown and more! This Side Up is an exciting band; you will not want to miss this show.
For More Information: contact the Community Center at 937-298-0775
Look Good...Feel Better
Kettering Medical Center
Nelson Conference Room 2
3535 Southern Boulevard, Kettering
Date: July 20, 2009
Time: 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Connect with other cancer patients while you learn to cope with the effects of chemotherapy and radiation through "Look Good...Feel Better".
Space is limited - register at 1-888-227-6446 #2 or log onto Look Good
Summer Camp Program Playground Club Ages 6 to 11
The Bellbrook-Sugarcreek Park District
Magee Play Club 2 Session II Little Sugarcreek Road
Date: Tuesdays July 21 to August 18, 2009
Time: 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Cost: $30 for 5 week session
Register to become a member of a Playground Club, which entitles you to attend activities held at the park one day a week from June 15 to August 20, 2009, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Trained instructors will provide a variety of entertaining activities including cooperative and field games, crafts, snacks and lot os special activities. Call prior to registering by mail to make sure space is available.
For More Information or To Register: call 937-848-3535
For More Information on the Parks District go online Parks District
Not Just Another Cycle Shop
Wright-Dunbar Interpretive Center
16 South Williams Street, Dayton
Date: July 22 to 25, 2009
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Aspiring Junior Rangers will learn about the many aspects of The Wright Cycle Company building and who inspired the brothers to invent the airplane. This program will complete one activity in the Junior Ranger booklet.
Summer Camp Program Playground Club Ages 6 to 11
The Bellbrook-Sugarcreek Park District
Magee Play Club 3 Session II - Little Sugarcreek Road
Date: Wednesdays July 22 to August 19, 2009
Time: 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Cost: $30 for 5 week session
Register to become a member of a Playground Club, which entitles you to attend activities held at the park one day a week from June 15 to August 20, 2009, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Trained instructors will provide a variety of entertaining activities including cooperative and field games, crafts, snacks and lot of special activities. Call prior to registering by mail to make sure space is available.
For More Information or To Register: call 937-848-3535
For More Information on the Parks District go online Parks District
Karaoke Tryouts for Opening Act of Randy Travis Concert
See below for location for each date
Date: July 22 & 29, & August 3, 2009
Time: 7:00 p.m. registration, contest begins at 8 p.m.
Cost: $20 donation to the foundation hosting the event
Contestants must be 18 years of age or older
Singers throughout the Miami Valley are invited to participate in three local karaoke contests. Each contest winner will get two orchestra seats to the Fraze Pavilion for the Randy Travis concert on August 14th as well as the honor to perform and compete as part of the opening acts for the country music legend at the 12th annual Celebrity Concert for Charity, benefiting research to cure cystic fibrosis.
Singers will be judged on vocals, stage presence and overall presentation. The ultimate karaoke champ at the Fraze will win a trip for two to Las Vegas!!
There will be 30 singers per event that are accepted to compete and will be judged in part by local celebrities including Nancy Wilson & Steve Kerrigan of K99.1FM's Nancy & Kerrigan Show, as well as WHIO-TV's own Gabby Enright and Rich Wirdzek!
July 22 Fricker's on Miller Lane
July 29 Clark County Fairgrounds
August 3 Fricker's on Woodman Drive
For More Information: call Debbie at 937-409-7409.
Summer Camp Program Playground Club Ages 6 to 11
The Bellbrook-Sugarcreek Park District
Bellbrook Play Club Session I North Main & Walnut Street
Date: Thursdays July 23 to August 20, 2009
Time: 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Cost: $30 for 5 week session
Register to become a member of a Playground Club, which entitles you to attend activities held at the park one day a week from June 15 to August 20, 2009, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Trained instructors will provide a variety of entertaining activities including cooperative and field games, crafts, snacks and lot of special activities. Call prior to registering by mail to make sure space is available.
For More Information or To Register: call 937-848-3535
For More Information on the Parks District go online Parks District
FREE Concert Polen Farm
Date: July 23, 2009
Time: 7:00 p.m.
The Kettering Civic Band will present this concert that is designed for family enjoyment with a variety of compositions by John Phillip Sousa, John Williams, and show tunes by Gershwin. The public is encouraged to bring lawn chairs, blankets or enjoy the music on the grass at Polen. An ice cream social booth will also be provided by a local non-profit organization. The concert is free, the ice cream is for purchase.
For More Information: call Rosewood Arts Centre at 937-296-0294.
Annie Oakley Gravesite Pilgrimage & Wreath Laying Ceremony
Sponsored by Garst Museum
Date: July 23, 2009
Time: 7:00 p.m.
This annual ceremony is to honor Darke County native, Phoebe Ann Moses (Annie Oakley). The procession will leave from Garst Museum and travel to Brock Cemetery in Darke County.
For More Information: go online Garst
Western Arts Club Performance
Sponsored by Garst Museum
Date: July 23, 2009
Time: 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.
Cost: FREE
Performance by members of the Western Arts Club. Featured acts should include whip cracking, knife throwing and rope twirling. Bring a blanket or a lawn chair. This will be held on the grounds of Garst Museum.
For More Information: log onto Garst
19th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act
Hosted by the Access Center
Courthouse Square Corner of Third & Main Street in Downtown Dayton
Date: July 24, 2009 (rain date July 31st same time and location)
Time: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The event will include a proclamation by Mayor Rhine McLin, "Spirit of ADA" Award Presentation, 2009 Partnership Award, Wheelchair Relay Races (participants not required to have disabilities), Raffle drawings and a photo contest.
The American with Disabilities Acts (ADA) is the most comprehensive federal civil-rights statute protecting the rights of people with disabilities. It affects access to employment; state and local government programs and services; access to places of public accommodation such as businesses, transportation and non-profit service providers; and telecommunications.
This event is hosted by the Access Center and all events are fragrance free for the comfort and protection of individuals attending the events who have chemical sensitivity, respiratory conditions or asthma. Please avoid wearing scented personal products such as perfume, cologne, heavily scented hand creams, etc. when you come to the center or attend any of their events. A Sign Language Interpreter will be available for this event.
For More Information: call the Center at 937-341-5202.
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Dayton Celtic Festival
RiverScape
111 E. Monument Avenue; Dayton
Date: July 24-26, 2009
Time: Friday 5-11 p.m.; Saturday 12-11 p.m. & Sunday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Cost: Admission is Free!
The eighth annual Dayton Celtic Festival will take place at RiverScape MetroParks and will feature headliner bands Slide, Blackthorn, Gaelic Storm and Scythian. There will also be performances by dance groups and a 5K Run/Walk on Saturday. There will be a Family Fun Zone on Saturday from noon to 8 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
For More Information & Registration for 5K: go online Celtic Festival
Reid Ride Across Wayne
Sponsored by Reid Hospital
1100 Reid Parkway, Richmond, IN
Date: July 25, 2009
Time: 7:30 a.m.
Cost: Registration is $10
This is a bike ride event across Wayne County Indiana, starting at Petro Stopping Center near I-70 on Indiana-Ohio line, proceeding through Richmond to Dublin, Indiana. RRAW is open to riders 12 and older. Riders under the age 18 must be accompanied by an adult rider. Riders are responsible for arranging their own transportation to and from the ride start/finish. RRAW will be held rain or shine. No refunds.
Proceeds will be used to purchase athletic shoes for school children unable to afford them and will be distributed through Salvation Army and other organizations.
See registration form for complete information Registration deadline: July 17, 2009.
For More Information: call Larry Price at 765-983-3042 or Jason Troutwine at 765-983-3102 or go online Reid Ride
Community Breakfast
Victory Temple
Valle Greene Drive
Date: July 25, 2009
Time: 7:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Cost: $5 donation
There will be biscuits, gravy, scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, fried potatoes, fried apples, coffee, milk and juice and Abby's Donuts!
Victory Temple is located off I-675 at Exit 20. Turn right onto Gateway Drive then right again onto Valley Greene Drive and the church is at the end of the street. The breakfast is served in the church's Family Life Center which is located in the rear of their parking lot. Take outs are available.
Free Community Concert
Central Park
222 S. Central Avenue, Fairborn
Date: July 25, 2009
Time: 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
This concert is sponsored by Councilman Frank Cervone and will feature Corky's Oldtime R&R, there will be a Twist contest, Hula Hoop contest and a Bubble Gum blowing contest! Fun for the whole family! Come out and enjoy this free concert in the park!
Stivers Gospel Chorale Alumni Concert
New Gettysburg Baptist Church
2645 N. Gettysburg Avenue, Dayton
Date: July 25, 2009
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Cost: FREE
The choir will present, "You've Been So Faithful", a Night of Fellowship and Praise! Bring the whole family and enjoy some of the choir's most memorable renditions!
For More Information: Call 937-274-2669.
Bike with A Ranger: A Living Legacy: Huffman Prairie to Wright-Patterson AFB
Wright Memorial Hill
Intersection of State Route 444 and Kauffman Road (1.5 miles east of the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force)
Date: July 26 and August 23, 2009
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Discover how one of the largest aviation complexes in the world, Wright-Patterson AFB, began as a humble 84-acre cow pasture just a few miles northeast of Dayton. This moderately difficult bicycle ride down mostly bicycle trails and less-traveled roads will take the trail leading to Huffman Prairie Flying Field, Huffman Dam, and the Wright State University Archives. The tour will end where it started at Wright Memorial Hill.
Pre-registration is required call 937-425-0008 and ask for Mark. All participants should be present no later than 8:30 a.m. for sign in and orientation. Bicyclists should be in good physical condition and feel comfortable gearing up and down hills. Tours may be cancelled due to inclement weather. Huffman Prairie Flying Field is located on an active military installation and may be closed without prior notice. Participants are required to bring their own bicycles and personal gear, including snacks and/or lunch. Proper wear of helmets is required. Bicycles should be in good operating condition and are subject to safety inspections. Call 937-425-0008 for latest information.
Open House/Public Participation Meeting
Certification Review of MVRPC (Miami Valley Regional Planning Commission)
MVRPC, One Dayton Centre
One South Main Street, Suite 260, Dayton
Date: July 29, 2009
Time: 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
This important meeting is part of the United States Department of Transportation's (US DOT) certification review of the Miami Valley Regional Planning Commission's metropolitan transportation planning process. The Federal oversight agencies are required to review and certify, at least every four years, that Metropolitan Planning Organizations (MPOs), such as MVRPC, are in compliance with the transportation planning requirements.
The US DOT team will be present to listen to citizen's input and answer questions from the general public, local officials and special interest groups.
For More Information: Call 937-223-6323 or go online MVRPC
Karaoke Tryouts for Opening Act of Randy Travis Concert
See below for location for each date
Date: July 29, & August 3, 2009
Time: 7:00 p.m. registration, contest begins at 8 p.m.
Cost: $20 donation to the foundation hosting the event
Contestants must be 18 years of age or older
Singers throughout the Miami Valley are invited to participate in three local karaoke contests. Each contest winner will get two orchestra seats to the Fraze Pavilion for the Randy Travis concert on August 14th as well as the honor to perform and compete as part of the opening acts for the country music legend at the 12th annual Celebrity Concert for Charity, benefiting research to cure cystic fibrosis.
Singers will be judged on vocals, stage presence and overall presentation. The ultimate karaoke champ at the Fraze will win a trip for two to Las Vegas!!
There will be 30 singers per event that are accepted to compete and will be judged in part by local celebrities including Nancy Wilson & Steve Kerrigan of K99.1FM's Nancy & Kerrigan Show, as well as WHIO-TV's own Gabby Enright and Rich Wirdzek!
July 22 Fricker's on Miller Lane
July 29 Clark County Fairgrounds
August 3 Fricker's on Woodman Drive
For More Information: call Debbie at 937-409-7409.
Mix It Up for MDA
Carrabbas Italian Grill
922 Miamisburg Centerville Road
Date: July 30, 2009
Time: 5:00 p.m. to close
Cost: $15 per person
The ticket price includes a sampling of four food items from the new Mr. C's Bar Menu and, for guests 21 years and older, one of Voisey's signature cocktails. Money raised from admission will go to the Muscular Dystrophy Association. In addition, Carrabba's will also donate $1 to MDA for each of Voisey's drinks sold from July 30th to August 6th.
Lunch on the Lawn
Springfield Symphony Springfield Museum of Art
Date: Fridays July 31 to August 21, 2009
Time: 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Cost: FREE
The Springfield Symphony Orchestra will present Lunch on the Lawn, a series of free, informal ensemble concerts located on the front lawn of the Springfield Museum of Art. Music for Lunch on the Lawn will include a mixture of classical and popular music by very diverse performing groups. An outdoor tent will be provided for shade, and in case of rain the performances will move inside the Museum. Admission to each is free, a special sack lunch will be available for $6 (including beverage) while they last.
For More Information: call the Museum of Art at 937-325-8100.
Nellie's Catwalk for Kids
Hilton Columbus at Easton
3900 Chagrin Drive, Columbus
Date: July 31, 2009
Time: Doors open at 6:00 p.m. ; Fashion Show starts at 7 p.m.
Cost: Tickets start at $20
This is the third annual fashion show and silent auction to help fight pediatric cancer. All fashion show models are children who have battled cancer or experienced the loss or struggle of a close friend or relative of the disease. All ages welcome! Half of the proceeds will benefit the American Cancer Society and half to launch Nellie's Catwalk for Kids Foundation and Kids Club.
For More Information: call Jenelle Krumlauf at 614-546-8151 or go online Catwalk for Kids
Public Affairs
WHIO-TV
1414 Wilmington Avenue
Dayton, Ohio 45420.
For other Arts Related Events - see our Arts Calendar
Find Great things to do at the Greene County Libraries!
The Greene County Libraries have lots of great programs and their seven locations in Beavercreek, Jamestown, Cedarville, Fairborn, Yellow Springs, Xenia and Bellbrook. Visit their site for a list of things for children, teens, adults and families!
Greene Library
Summer Programs at Wright-Dunbar Interpretive Center
Walking Tour
16 South Williams Street, Dayton
Date: May 23 to September 7, 2009 or by reservation
Time: Daily 10:30 a.m.
Join a ranger to discover the heritage of West Dayton, home neighborhood of the Wright brothers and Paul Laurence Dunbar. Discover the neighborhood fabric reflected in the restored homes and business of a neighborhood reborn. (Also offered May and September on Saturday & Sunday or by reservation.)
Aviation Trail Visitor Center, Museum and The Wright Cycle Company building are open daily 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas & New Year's Day)
For More Information: call 937-225-7705.
Ranger Talks The Wrights at Huffman Prairie
Huffman Prairie Flying Field
Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Gate 16A to Pylon Road
Date: May 23 to September 7, 2009 or by reservation
Time: Daily 10:30 a.m..
Explore the pasture where the Wright Brothers continued their work after Kitty Hawk as they developed the world's first practical air plane, the 1905 Wright Flyer III, and taught 119 men and women how to fly.
Huffman Prairie Flying Field is open every day except Wednesday 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. It is also closed for the USAF Marathon, September 19th and is subject to closure based on the needs of the United States Air Force and may be impacted by adverse weather please call before visiting.
For More Information: call 937-425-0008
Ranger Talk
Huffman Prairie Flying Field Interpretive Center
2380 Memorial Road, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base
Date: May 23 to September 7, 2009 or by reservation
Time: Daily 1:00 p.m.
Discover the past and present of this park designed by the Olmsted Brothers. Topics include the area's ancient past, the history of the Wright Memorial, the formulation of the Miami Conservancy District, and the development of the Wright-Patterson Air Force Base.
Huffman Prairie is open daily 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas & New Year's Day & for the USAF Marathon, September 29 Huffman Prairie is subject to closure based on the needs of the United States Air Force.)
For More Information: call 937-425-0008
July Family Getaway Camp
YMCA Camp Willson
Bellefontaine, Ohio
Date: July 3-5, 2009
Cost: Adults $123; Teens 13-17 $95; Children 6-12 $85 & 5 and under are free
This is the perfect place to share time with your family! Your family has their choice of activities, boating, horseback riding, hiking, swimming, campfire, climbing wall, great meals included and so much more.
For More Information or Registration: call 1-800-423-0427 or go online Camp Willson
The Fisher Nightingale Fundraiser
Tickets on sale now until July 4, 2009
Drawing to be held on July 4th at Centerville's Americana Festival
Sponsored by Custom Connections Home Audio & Video and All*Sports Barbers of Centerville, all tickets are $5 each.
All money raised will be donated directly to The Fisher Nightingale House which provides an opportunity for military families to stay together and support each other while a loved on is undergoing medical treatment. The house provides emotional and physical support to our servicemen and servicewomen and money raised will go to help with operating needs. Multiple prizes will be awarded from the ticket drawing on July 4th and the parking lot of All*Sports Barbers will have music, military activities, area military servicemen and servicewomen, food and refreshment sales, and a lot of exciting activities for the whole family. All food and refreshment sales and ticket proceeds will go to The Fisher Nightingale House.
Grand Prize: 37" ultra thin LED HD TV with basic installation & f year parts and labor
For More Information: call Tom Ashton at 937-603-1729 or email Debbie Millard
National Museum of the United States Air Force
WPAFB, Ohio
Date: July 4, 2009
The museum is open during this holiday
This Independence Day, remember those who have established and maintain Americas independence while visiting the National Museum of the United States Air Force.
For more information: go online National Museum
American Legion 10th Annual Can-Am National Car Show
American Legion
Tony Stein Post 619
1510 Webster Street, Dayton
Date: July 4, 2009
Time: Gates open at 10 a.m. for registration show starts 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Cost: Entry fee for show vehicles $10; $5 general admission (children under 10 are free with paying adult)
Dash plaques to the first 75 registered vehicles. Trophies and cash prizes. There will be games, raffles, door prizes, oldies music and food. Open to all vehicles.
For More Information: call Claudia Ritter at 937-657-6271 or Dave Pleasant at 937-278-7302 or you can email Claudia
Pull for the Kids Tractor Pulls
Greene County Combined Health District
Greene County Fairgrounds, Xenia
Date: July 4, 2009
Time: Antique tractor pulls begin at 10 a.m.
Cost: Admission is $5 for adults; children 10 and under FREE
Antique tractor pull weigh in at 9 a.m. pull begins at 10 a.m. Entry Fee $10 (call Lester Davis at 937-767-2514)
Kiddie Tractor Pull begins at 3 p.m. Entry fee $1 per child (call Bobby King 937-376-3822)
Modified Tractor Pull weigh in at 3 p.m. pull begins at 5 p.m. Entry fee $20 (contact Bill Martin at 937-765-2386, Toby Glass 937-313-6656, Anita Barker 740-426-8600 or Phil Davis at 937-313-5389)
Proceeds will go to the Children's Prescription Fund which provides for needed prescription medications for families that are financially unable to pay for them.
For More Information on the event: call Laurie Fox at 937-374-5669 or Carol Sue Knox at 937-374-5658.
Kettering's Go 4th 2009
Delco Park
1700 Woodman Center Drive, Kettering
Date: July 4, 2009
Time: 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Cost: FREE
There will be great music all evening featuring headline Eric Dove and Eleventh Hour, an a capella choir from Fairmont High School. Activities for kids of all ages held near Shelters number 1 and number 3. Activities from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. include arts and crafts, games, entertainment and inflatables. Cap off the evening by watching a spectacular fireworks display beginning at 9:45 p.m. and accompanied by patriotic and popular music.
No alcohol, pets, sparklers or other fireworks permitted. Gates close to car traffic at noon on July 4. Parking for persons with disabilities is located inside Delco Park. You must have an Ohio State Disability parking tag to enter.
For More Information: call Stacy Schweikhart at 937-296-2587.
Summer Camp Program Art in the Park Ages 7 to 12
The Bellbrook-Sugarcreek Park District
Bellbrook Park
Date: Session III July 6 to July 9, 2009
Time: 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. or 11:00 a.m. to noon
Cost: $15 per session
Summer art programs will focus on introducing the basics of arts and crafts. Each session will feature different projects, so sign up for one or more sessions.
For More Information or To Register: call 937-848-3535
For More Information on the Parks District go online Parks District
WACO Military Experience
Historic WACO Field
1865 S. County Road 25A
Troy, Ohio
Date: July 10-12, 2009
Cost: $5 admission (children 6 and under are free Active and retired military will receive $1 off admission with proof of service.
This military show and swap meet is a wonderful educational family event that will feature a variety of Military displays that will include vintage aircraft representing 20th century conflicts along with authentically restored military vehicles. Visitors will also enjoy the re-enactors and living history encampments, viewing the authentic military uniforms and artifacts and home front displays. There are also various military drill demonstrations planned.
For More Information: call the WACO Historical Society at 937-335-9226 or go online WACO
It's in the Details: Wil and Orv as Printers"
Wright-Dunbar Interpretive Center
16 South Williams Street, Dayton
Date: July 10, 11 and August 7, 8, 2009
Time: 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Demonstration Program Wil and Orv began their careers as printers, and it took a keen eye and attention to detail to get this job done "Wright." Learn about the details of their business and the basic steps it took to print in the 1890 room the Wright brothers used.
Unified Health Solutions/Café Boulevard Fundraising
Café Boulevard
329 E. Fifth Street, Dayton
Date: July 10, August 14, 2009
Time: 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Café Boulevard will make a donation to Unified Health Solutions for every dinner and every appetizer sold on the second Friday of each month. In addition, Café Boulevard is hosting Lunch with Style, a complimentary lunch to give UHS families a chance to spend quality time together while enjoying a stylish leisure lunch.
For More Information: contact Unified Health Solutions or Café Boulevard.
Culture Works E.A.T.S. at the Bocce Classic
Date: July 10-12, 2009
15th Annual Bocce Classic tournament play will be taking place at different times over the weekend with dinners provided by area restaurants in the evening. At least 64 teams of 4 are expected to participate in the tournament. Proceeds from the dinners will benefit Culture Works and WeCare Arts.
July 10 Brio's Dinner at 5 p.m. Tickets are $12
July 11 Outbak Dinner at 5 p.m. Tickets are $12
July 12 Spaghetti Dinner at noon Tickets are $7
To Purchase Tickets: call 937-22-ARTS or charge them online Culture Works
Vandalia Youth Theatre Presents:
Annie Jr. & Les Misearbles (school edition)
Smith Middle School
3625 Little York Road, Dayton
Date: Annie Jr. July 10-12 & July 18-19; Les Miz July 17-19 & July 24-26
There will be a special performance of both with signing for the hearing impaired on July 18.
Tickets and information are available at Vandalia Youth Theatre
For More Information: Call 937-371-9258.
United A.M.E. Church 35th Anniversary & Reunion
286 East Church Street, Xenia
Date: July 10-12, 2009
Time: Services Friday 7:00 p.m., Saturday 12 to 6 p.m.
This celebration is to commemorate 35 years of the unity of two AME churches following the devastating 1974 tornado. Services will begin Friday with a soul stirring, mind lifting and soul food sermon as the former United Pastor, Rev. Dr. Antoni Sinkfield (of the St. John AME Church in Nashville, TN), returns as the guest speaker. Saturday will be a day of fun activities, food, games, vendors and a 6 hour gospel fest to be held on the Central Middle School grounds followed by a 6 p.m. service at the church with a special guest speaker.
The Sunday morning service will be held at United and will conclude with a banquet at 4 p.m.
1st Annual Hands and Paws for Hope Dog Walk-A-Thon
Rehabilitation Center for Neurological Development/Nicholas School
Hollow Park, Piqua, Ohio
Date: July 11, 2009
Time: Registration is at 8 a.m.
Cost: Early Registration $15 Individual & $25 Team (by July 3); After July 3 Individual is $20 and Team $30
A super fun filled event for the entire family. Walk alone or for a team. Raising pledges is optional and you can walk with your pet or in honor of your pet. Everyone is encouraged to participate. There will be demonstration, contests, door prizes, pet photos, a kid's corner and much more.
For More Information: contact Carla Bertke at 937-773-7630 or go online RCND
The Dayton View Historic Association Yard Sale
Date: July 11, 2009
Time: 9:00 a.m to 6:00 p.m.
RAIN OR SHINE!!! Neighborhood garage sale the historic district is roughly bounded by Broadway, Harvard Boulevard, Superior and Salem Avenues.
Art in the Park
Wright-Dunbar Interpretive Center
16 South Williams Street, Dayton
Date: July 11, 18 & 25, 2009
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
For a second summer, Dayton Aviation will team up with the K12 Gallery for free Art in the Park Saturday sessions. Children, enrolled in Kindergarten through 6th grade, will have the opportunity to use their imagination, creativity, and talent while having FUN!
Pre-registration is Required: call Judi Hart at 937-225-7705 or email Judi for more information or to obtain registration form. Participants must be signed in by and adult on the day of the activity.
Thornhill Ride Charity Poker Ride
Union City American Legion
Union City
Date: July 11, 2009
Time: Registration begins at 10 a.m.
Cost: $15 per rider; $25 with passenger
Sgt. Daniel Thornhill (29) is a resident and graduate of Ansonia and was injured while serving in Afghanistan. He has undergone multiple surgeries and has lost both of his legs. The funds raised will go to help Sgt. Thornhill and his family. The motorcycles will be escorted out of town promptly at noon by local emergency personnel. Upon returning to Union City, the motorcyclists will be treated to a hog roast meal and entertainment. There will be raffles, 50/50, opening ceremony & blessing at 11:45 a.m., bikes returning 4:30-5PM and hog roast meal and entertainment.
For More Information: contact Crystal Horne at 937-337-0357.
March of Dimes Bikers for Babies
Bowling at Beaver-Vu Lanes
1238 North Fairfield Road, Beavercreek
Date: July 11, 2009
Time: 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Cost: $20 includes 3 games & shoe rental
Help the March of Dimes continue to help babies by bowling at Beaver-Vu. 9-Pin "No Tap" singles prizes will be given for the top 5!
For More Information & information on the Bikers for Babies Ride in September: go online Bikers for Babies or call 937-294-3330.
Bike with A Ranger Tour:
The Gem City: Historic Homes and Sites of Dayton
Wright Cycle Company
22 South Williams Street, Dayton
Date: July 12 & August 9, 2009
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
This somewhat challenging bicycle ride along urban streets and hilly terrain will stop at locations that tell the story of Dayton in the early 20th century. Homes that will be seen are Orville Wright's mansion, Hawthorn Hill; and Patterson Homestead, birthplace of NCR founder, John H. Patterson. Other sites will include Woodland Cemetery and Carillon Historical Park. The tour ends where it started in Wright-Dunbar Village.
Pre-registration is required call 937-425-0008 and ask for Mark. All participants should be present no later than 8:30 a.m. for sign in and orientation. Bicyclists should be in good physical condition and feel comfortable gearing up and down hills. Tours may be cancelled due to inclement weather. Huffman Prairie Flying Field is located on an active military installation and may be closed without prior notice. Participants are required to bring their own bicycles and personal gear, including snacks and/or lunch. Proper wear of helmets is required. Bicycles should be in good operating condition and are subject to safety inspections. Call 937-425-0008 for latest information.
Nature Explorers Camp Ages 7 to 12
The Bellbrook-Sugarcreek Park District
Incredible Insects Kehl Park
Date: Session II July 13 to 16, 2009
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Cost: $25 per session
Calling all nature fans! Come learn the basics of being a young naturalist. You'll learn about animals signs, water conservation, habitats, bird calls, tree ID and more.
For More Information or To Register: call 937-848-3535
For More Information on the Parks District go online Parks District
Prairie Workshop
Huffman Prairie Flying Field Interpretive Center & Huffman Prairie
Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Gate 16A to Pylon Road
Date: July 14, 2009
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
This free full-day workshop is opened to anyone age 16 or older interested in prairie ecology and conservation. Sessions will be at the Huffman Prairie Flying Field Interpretive Center and Huffman Prairie, one of the largest remnant prairies in Ohio.
Registration Required Please register early: Call 937-425-0008 by Thursday July 9th. Bring a sack lunch.
YWCA Dayton Breakfast with the CEO
YWCA Dayton
141 West Third Street, Dayton
Date: July 15, August 12, September 9, October 14, 2009
Time: 7:30 a.m. to 8:15 a.m.
Cost: FREE
The YWCA Dayton will present a series of "Breakfasts with the CEO" from May to October 2009. Carol J. Hinton, CEO of the YWCA Dayton will share how the programs and services provided by the YWCA give safe shelter, counsel and hope to the thousands of women and teens and children who seek its services each year. She will give an overview of current YWCA activities as well as the YW's future endeavors. The breakfasts are free and all friends, supporters and interested community members are invited to attend. Optional tours will follow each meeting.
For More Information & To RSVP: call Angie Hoschouer at 937-461-5550 Ext 179 or email Angie or visit the website YWCA
Aviation Heritage Speaker Series: Sarah Byrn Rickman
Engineers Club
110 East Monument Avenue, Dayton
Date: July 16, 2009
Time: 7:00 p.m.
A former newspaper reporter and columnist, Sarah Byrn Rickman is also a free lance writer and author of several books on women in the field of aviation, particularly those who served as WASPS, the Women's Auxiliary Squadron Ferry Pilots, during World War II. Ms. Rickman's presentation will focus on the valuable contributions the WASPs made toward the successful conclusion of that war.
St. Boniface Parish Summer Festival
Miami & S. Downing Streets, Piqua
Date: July 17-19, 2009
Time: Friday 6 to 11 p.m.; Saturday 5 to 11 p.m. & Sunday 12:30 to 9 p.m.
Cost: Admission is free public is invited!
This annual event will feature a variety of foods, raffles and games of chance, children's activities, musical entertainment and home-made baked goods. There will be a 2 man team corn hole tournament on Sunday. Registration for tournament is $20 per team. Register online at St. Boniface or by calling 937-773-1656.
For More Information on the Festival: go online at St. Boniface or call the parish at 937-773-1656.
Bow Wow Wash
Meadow View Growers
755 North Dayton-Lakeview Road, New Carlisle
Date: July 18, 2009
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Best Friends Pet Assisted Therapy will be on hand for a dog wash with the proceeds benefiting their charity.
For More Information on Best Friends Pet Assisted Therapy go online Best Friends
For More Information on the dog wash: call Meadow View Growers at 937-845-0093 Ext 3014.
Family Day at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force
WPAFB, Ohio
Date: July 18, 2009
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Cost: FREE
Countdown to hands-on fun and learning at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Forces July Family Day! Join us as we commemorate the 40th anniversary of one of mankinds greatest technological achievements the Apollo 11 moon landing! We will be celebrating with a day of fascinating activities and exhibits that will highlight rocketry, space flight and space history
For more information: go online National Museum
Chaos in the Park 2009
A Benefit Concert for Barry Hobart AKA "Dr. Creep"
Snyder Park Band Shell
1900 Snyder Road, Springfield
Date: July 18, 2009
Time: Noon to 9:00 p.m.
Cost: Admission is FREE DONATIONS ARE WELCOME!!
This will be a day of fun, food, games, raffles, vendors and MUSIC all to benefit long time TV personality, Dr. Creep! Dr. Creep will be on site to meet and greet.
For More Information: check out the MySpace Page Dr. Creep Benefit
Germantown's Saturday Night Out
10th Year Anniversary Cruise-In
Date: July 18, 2009
Time: 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Theme is 30's 40's and 50's "Fords".
Entertainment provided by 11 piece jazz band, "Reload.
For More Information: call Cindy Wallace at 937-380-8087.
Stillwater Center Annual Cruise-In
Frontage of Stillwater Center
8100 North Main Street, Dayton
Date: July 19, 2009
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Registration begins at 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Registration Fee is $10.
There will be trophies given for best truck, best interior, best original, best street machines, best engines, best street rod, best unfinished, director's choice, parents' choice, dash plaques for the first 75 cars!
There will be prizes, giveaways, food, breakfast/lunch, raffle 50/50, bake sale, music (Karaoke Connection) and vendors are welcome!
Proceeds will go to the Stillwater Center Families & Friends, Inc. to purchase residents' needs.
For More Information: contact Jim Conner at 937-547-1635 or Randy Clark at 937-248-4803.
Friends of Smith Gardens 2009 Blanket Concert Series
Smith Gardens
800 block of Oakwood Avenue, Oakwood
Date: July 19, 2009
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Cost: FREE
Bring your blanket and join others for a wonderful evening which will have the diversity of the jukebox with the visual excitement of a live show This Side Up gives you the best of both worlds. They cover songs by artists such as Journey, Earth Wind & Fire, Pink, INXS, Gwen Stefani, The Bee Gees, Pat Benatar, Stevie Wonder, John Mellencamp, Sheryl Crow, Johnny Cash, Bon Jovi, The Pretenders, U2, James Brown and more! This Side Up is an exciting band; you will not want to miss this show.
For More Information: contact the Community Center at 937-298-0775
Look Good...Feel Better
Kettering Medical Center
Nelson Conference Room 2
3535 Southern Boulevard, Kettering
Date: July 20, 2009
Time: 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Connect with other cancer patients while you learn to cope with the effects of chemotherapy and radiation through "Look Good...Feel Better".
Space is limited - register at 1-888-227-6446 #2 or log onto Look Good
Summer Camp Program Playground Club Ages 6 to 11
The Bellbrook-Sugarcreek Park District
Magee Play Club 2 Session II Little Sugarcreek Road
Date: Tuesdays July 21 to August 18, 2009
Time: 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Cost: $30 for 5 week session
Register to become a member of a Playground Club, which entitles you to attend activities held at the park one day a week from June 15 to August 20, 2009, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Trained instructors will provide a variety of entertaining activities including cooperative and field games, crafts, snacks and lot os special activities. Call prior to registering by mail to make sure space is available.
For More Information or To Register: call 937-848-3535
For More Information on the Parks District go online Parks District
Not Just Another Cycle Shop
Wright-Dunbar Interpretive Center
16 South Williams Street, Dayton
Date: July 22 to 25, 2009
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Aspiring Junior Rangers will learn about the many aspects of The Wright Cycle Company building and who inspired the brothers to invent the airplane. This program will complete one activity in the Junior Ranger booklet.
Summer Camp Program Playground Club Ages 6 to 11
The Bellbrook-Sugarcreek Park District
Magee Play Club 3 Session II - Little Sugarcreek Road
Date: Wednesdays July 22 to August 19, 2009
Time: 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Cost: $30 for 5 week session
Register to become a member of a Playground Club, which entitles you to attend activities held at the park one day a week from June 15 to August 20, 2009, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Trained instructors will provide a variety of entertaining activities including cooperative and field games, crafts, snacks and lot of special activities. Call prior to registering by mail to make sure space is available.
For More Information or To Register: call 937-848-3535
For More Information on the Parks District go online Parks District
Karaoke Tryouts for Opening Act of Randy Travis Concert
See below for location for each date
Date: July 22 & 29, & August 3, 2009
Time: 7:00 p.m. registration, contest begins at 8 p.m.
Cost: $20 donation to the foundation hosting the event
Contestants must be 18 years of age or older
Singers throughout the Miami Valley are invited to participate in three local karaoke contests. Each contest winner will get two orchestra seats to the Fraze Pavilion for the Randy Travis concert on August 14th as well as the honor to perform and compete as part of the opening acts for the country music legend at the 12th annual Celebrity Concert for Charity, benefiting research to cure cystic fibrosis.
Singers will be judged on vocals, stage presence and overall presentation. The ultimate karaoke champ at the Fraze will win a trip for two to Las Vegas!!
There will be 30 singers per event that are accepted to compete and will be judged in part by local celebrities including Nancy Wilson & Steve Kerrigan of K99.1FM's Nancy & Kerrigan Show, as well as WHIO-TV's own Gabby Enright and Rich Wirdzek!
July 22 Fricker's on Miller Lane
July 29 Clark County Fairgrounds
August 3 Fricker's on Woodman Drive
For More Information: call Debbie at 937-409-7409.
Summer Camp Program Playground Club Ages 6 to 11
The Bellbrook-Sugarcreek Park District
Bellbrook Play Club Session I North Main & Walnut Street
Date: Thursdays July 23 to August 20, 2009
Time: 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Cost: $30 for 5 week session
Register to become a member of a Playground Club, which entitles you to attend activities held at the park one day a week from June 15 to August 20, 2009, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Trained instructors will provide a variety of entertaining activities including cooperative and field games, crafts, snacks and lot of special activities. Call prior to registering by mail to make sure space is available.
For More Information or To Register: call 937-848-3535
For More Information on the Parks District go online Parks District
FREE Concert Polen Farm
Date: July 23, 2009
Time: 7:00 p.m.
The Kettering Civic Band will present this concert that is designed for family enjoyment with a variety of compositions by John Phillip Sousa, John Williams, and show tunes by Gershwin. The public is encouraged to bring lawn chairs, blankets or enjoy the music on the grass at Polen. An ice cream social booth will also be provided by a local non-profit organization. The concert is free, the ice cream is for purchase.
For More Information: call Rosewood Arts Centre at 937-296-0294.
Annie Oakley Gravesite Pilgrimage & Wreath Laying Ceremony
Sponsored by Garst Museum
Date: July 23, 2009
Time: 7:00 p.m.
This annual ceremony is to honor Darke County native, Phoebe Ann Moses (Annie Oakley). The procession will leave from Garst Museum and travel to Brock Cemetery in Darke County.
For More Information: go online Garst
Western Arts Club Performance
Sponsored by Garst Museum
Date: July 23, 2009
Time: 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.
Cost: FREE
Performance by members of the Western Arts Club. Featured acts should include whip cracking, knife throwing and rope twirling. Bring a blanket or a lawn chair. This will be held on the grounds of Garst Museum.
For More Information: log onto Garst
19th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act
Hosted by the Access Center
Courthouse Square Corner of Third & Main Street in Downtown Dayton
Date: July 24, 2009 (rain date July 31st same time and location)
Time: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The event will include a proclamation by Mayor Rhine McLin, "Spirit of ADA" Award Presentation, 2009 Partnership Award, Wheelchair Relay Races (participants not required to have disabilities), Raffle drawings and a photo contest.
The American with Disabilities Acts (ADA) is the most comprehensive federal civil-rights statute protecting the rights of people with disabilities. It affects access to employment; state and local government programs and services; access to places of public accommodation such as businesses, transportation and non-profit service providers; and telecommunications.
This event is hosted by the Access Center and all events are fragrance free for the comfort and protection of individuals attending the events who have chemical sensitivity, respiratory conditions or asthma. Please avoid wearing scented personal products such as perfume, cologne, heavily scented hand creams, etc. when you come to the center or attend any of their events. A Sign Language Interpreter will be available for this event.
For More Information: call the Center at 937-341-5202.
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Dayton Celtic Festival
RiverScape
111 E. Monument Avenue; Dayton
Date: July 24-26, 2009
Time: Friday 5-11 p.m.; Saturday 12-11 p.m. & Sunday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Cost: Admission is Free!
The eighth annual Dayton Celtic Festival will take place at RiverScape MetroParks and will feature headliner bands Slide, Blackthorn, Gaelic Storm and Scythian. There will also be performances by dance groups and a 5K Run/Walk on Saturday. There will be a Family Fun Zone on Saturday from noon to 8 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
For More Information & Registration for 5K: go online Celtic Festival
Reid Ride Across Wayne
Sponsored by Reid Hospital
1100 Reid Parkway, Richmond, IN
Date: July 25, 2009
Time: 7:30 a.m.
Cost: Registration is $10
This is a bike ride event across Wayne County Indiana, starting at Petro Stopping Center near I-70 on Indiana-Ohio line, proceeding through Richmond to Dublin, Indiana. RRAW is open to riders 12 and older. Riders under the age 18 must be accompanied by an adult rider. Riders are responsible for arranging their own transportation to and from the ride start/finish. RRAW will be held rain or shine. No refunds.
Proceeds will be used to purchase athletic shoes for school children unable to afford them and will be distributed through Salvation Army and other organizations.
See registration form for complete information Registration deadline: July 17, 2009.
For More Information: call Larry Price at 765-983-3042 or Jason Troutwine at 765-983-3102 or go online Reid Ride
Community Breakfast
Victory Temple
Valle Greene Drive
Date: July 25, 2009
Time: 7:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Cost: $5 donation
There will be biscuits, gravy, scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, fried potatoes, fried apples, coffee, milk and juice and Abby's Donuts!
Victory Temple is located off I-675 at Exit 20. Turn right onto Gateway Drive then right again onto Valley Greene Drive and the church is at the end of the street. The breakfast is served in the church's Family Life Center which is located in the rear of their parking lot. Take outs are available.
Free Community Concert
Central Park
222 S. Central Avenue, Fairborn
Date: July 25, 2009
Time: 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
This concert is sponsored by Councilman Frank Cervone and will feature Corky's Oldtime R&R, there will be a Twist contest, Hula Hoop contest and a Bubble Gum blowing contest! Fun for the whole family! Come out and enjoy this free concert in the park!
Stivers Gospel Chorale Alumni Concert
New Gettysburg Baptist Church
2645 N. Gettysburg Avenue, Dayton
Date: July 25, 2009
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Cost: FREE
The choir will present, "You've Been So Faithful", a Night of Fellowship and Praise! Bring the whole family and enjoy some of the choir's most memorable renditions!
For More Information: Call 937-274-2669.
Bike with A Ranger: A Living Legacy: Huffman Prairie to Wright-Patterson AFB
Wright Memorial Hill
Intersection of State Route 444 and Kauffman Road (1.5 miles east of the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force)
Date: July 26 and August 23, 2009
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Discover how one of the largest aviation complexes in the world, Wright-Patterson AFB, began as a humble 84-acre cow pasture just a few miles northeast of Dayton. This moderately difficult bicycle ride down mostly bicycle trails and less-traveled roads will take the trail leading to Huffman Prairie Flying Field, Huffman Dam, and the Wright State University Archives. The tour will end where it started at Wright Memorial Hill.
Pre-registration is required call 937-425-0008 and ask for Mark. All participants should be present no later than 8:30 a.m. for sign in and orientation. Bicyclists should be in good physical condition and feel comfortable gearing up and down hills. Tours may be cancelled due to inclement weather. Huffman Prairie Flying Field is located on an active military installation and may be closed without prior notice. Participants are required to bring their own bicycles and personal gear, including snacks and/or lunch. Proper wear of helmets is required. Bicycles should be in good operating condition and are subject to safety inspections. Call 937-425-0008 for latest information.
Open House/Public Participation Meeting
Certification Review of MVRPC (Miami Valley Regional Planning Commission)
MVRPC, One Dayton Centre
One South Main Street, Suite 260, Dayton
Date: July 29, 2009
Time: 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
This important meeting is part of the United States Department of Transportation's (US DOT) certification review of the Miami Valley Regional Planning Commission's metropolitan transportation planning process. The Federal oversight agencies are required to review and certify, at least every four years, that Metropolitan Planning Organizations (MPOs), such as MVRPC, are in compliance with the transportation planning requirements.
The US DOT team will be present to listen to citizen's input and answer questions from the general public, local officials and special interest groups.
For More Information: Call 937-223-6323 or go online MVRPC
Karaoke Tryouts for Opening Act of Randy Travis Concert
See below for location for each date
Date: July 29, & August 3, 2009
Time: 7:00 p.m. registration, contest begins at 8 p.m.
Cost: $20 donation to the foundation hosting the event
Contestants must be 18 years of age or older
Singers throughout the Miami Valley are invited to participate in three local karaoke contests. Each contest winner will get two orchestra seats to the Fraze Pavilion for the Randy Travis concert on August 14th as well as the honor to perform and compete as part of the opening acts for the country music legend at the 12th annual Celebrity Concert for Charity, benefiting research to cure cystic fibrosis.
Singers will be judged on vocals, stage presence and overall presentation. The ultimate karaoke champ at the Fraze will win a trip for two to Las Vegas!!
There will be 30 singers per event that are accepted to compete and will be judged in part by local celebrities including Nancy Wilson & Steve Kerrigan of K99.1FM's Nancy & Kerrigan Show, as well as WHIO-TV's own Gabby Enright and Rich Wirdzek!
July 22 Fricker's on Miller Lane
July 29 Clark County Fairgrounds
August 3 Fricker's on Woodman Drive
For More Information: call Debbie at 937-409-7409.
Mix It Up for MDA
Carrabbas Italian Grill
922 Miamisburg Centerville Road
Date: July 30, 2009
Time: 5:00 p.m. to close
Cost: $15 per person
The ticket price includes a sampling of four food items from the new Mr. C's Bar Menu and, for guests 21 years and older, one of Voisey's signature cocktails. Money raised from admission will go to the Muscular Dystrophy Association. In addition, Carrabba's will also donate $1 to MDA for each of Voisey's drinks sold from July 30th to August 6th.
Lunch on the Lawn
Springfield Symphony Springfield Museum of Art
Date: Fridays July 31 to August 21, 2009
Time: 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Cost: FREE
The Springfield Symphony Orchestra will present Lunch on the Lawn, a series of free, informal ensemble concerts located on the front lawn of the Springfield Museum of Art. Music for Lunch on the Lawn will include a mixture of classical and popular music by very diverse performing groups. An outdoor tent will be provided for shade, and in case of rain the performances will move inside the Museum. Admission to each is free, a special sack lunch will be available for $6 (including beverage) while they last.
For More Information: call the Museum of Art at 937-325-8100.
Nellie's Catwalk for Kids
Hilton Columbus at Easton
3900 Chagrin Drive, Columbus
Date: July 31, 2009
Time: Doors open at 6:00 p.m. ; Fashion Show starts at 7 p.m.
Cost: Tickets start at $20
This is the third annual fashion show and silent auction to help fight pediatric cancer. All fashion show models are children who have battled cancer or experienced the loss or struggle of a close friend or relative of the disease. All ages welcome! Half of the proceeds will benefit the American Cancer Society and half to launch Nellie's Catwalk for Kids Foundation and Kids Club.
For More Information: call Jenelle Krumlauf at 614-546-8151 or go online Catwalk for Kids
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