💎 Cars, Comics, and… Bacon? (Issue #46)

Good Morning,

And welcome to another issue of Miami Valley Memo. Every week, we share events and shows curated for the Miami Valley.

I'm thrilled to share that we have something special brewing behind the scenes. While I can't divulge all the details just yet, let's just say that soon, this won't be the only memo in town. Stay tuned for more exciting updates! 👀

Now, let’s get to it!

— Max

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⚡ WEEKEND WEATHER

Friday

79° 🌡️ 58° | ⛅️ | ☔ 10% | 💨 7 mph

Saturday

83° 🌡️ 62° | ⛅️ | ☔ 10% | 💨 6 mph

Sunday

85° 🌡️ 65° | ⛅️ | ☔ 10% | 💨 6 mph

💧 Centerville Sprayground Re-opening

📅 Fri, Jul 19th: 11 am - 12 pm
📍 Activity Center Park, Centerville
💰 Free

Celebrate the reopening of this Centerville park's sprayground with a ribbon cutting and refreshments! Thanks to Dayton Children’s Hospital, the renovation ensures accessibility and joy for all.

Devour free Frios Gourmet Pops from 11 am - 12 pm, with more treats available for purchase until 2. A perfect way to cool off and have fun! Learn more here.

🚗 DCC Car Show

📅 Sat, Jul 20th: 8 - 11 am
📍 Austin Landing, Miamisburg
💰 Free

Join Dayton Cars and Coffee (DCC) for their fourth outing of car show season! Marvel at muscle cars, slick sports cars, and cool classics. With a big focus on respect and safety, DCC creates a casual atmosphere for your enjoyment.

They prohibit revving, burnouts, speeding, and fast exits. This is a show for admiring cars, not being annoyed by them! A perfect place for auto enthusiasts of all ages. Learn more here.

🥓 Bacon Days

📅 Sat, Jul 20th: 10 am - 4 pm | Sun, 21st: 12 - 5 pm
📍 Hidden Valley Orchard, Lebanon
💰 Free

HVO knows bacon makes everything better! That's why they're offering bacon treats prepared every which way on the farm this weekend. Savor their creations while sipping bacon-enhanced cocktails crafted by their mixologist, TJ.

Each day will be packed with live music and activities for the kids. A tasty and entertaining weekend for the entire family awaits! Learn more here.

💥 Gem City Comic Con

📅 Sat, Jul 20th: 10 am - 5 pm | Sun, Jul 21st: 10 am - 4 pm
📍 Dayton Convention Center, Downtown Dayton
💰 Adults: $10 | Kids under 12: Free

Dive into the world of sequential art in a family-friendly environment. Browse thousands of comic books, and meet dealers and creators from across the Midwest.

Enjoy a community-focused event that celebrates art, reading, and comic collecting. Perfect for enthusiasts and collectors of all ages. Arrive early at 9 am to snag discounted tickets for $5 a pop. Learn more here.

🏳️‍🌈 Lebanon Pride

📅 Sat, Jul 20th: 11 am - 9 pm
📍 Bicentennial Park, Lebanon
💰 Free

Celebrate diversity and inclusivity at Lebanon's inaugural Pride Festival! Join their community for a family-friendly day filled with live performances, food trucks, and local vendors.

Our friends at Bock Family Brewing will be there, so you know you'll have something great to sip on as well!

Enjoy engaging activities, games, and informational booths. Be a part of this historic event, promoting love and acceptance in Lebanon. Learn more about the festivities here.

🏍️ Thunderburg Bike Show

📅 Sat, Jul 20th: 4 - 8 pm
📍 Downtown Miamisburg
💰 Free

Join the Miamisburg Merchants Association for their annual Bike Show downtown. Main Street will be closed for this exclusive event featuring rides, DORA drinks, food, and a live DJ.

Marvel at the line-up across three categories: Classic, Custom, and Sport. Plus, you can pay $5 to pick the People's Choice and see the winner get half the pot!

Want to enter a bike of your own? You can register in person for $10, with multiple prizes available to win! Learn more here.

🚗 Waynesville Annual Car Show

📅 Sun, Jul 21st: 9 am - 1 pm
📍 Downtown Waynesville
💰 Free

Start your Sunday in Waynesville's historic downtown checking out cool cars and supporting their local shops! This car show features seven judging categories: Antique, Classic, Late Model, Motorcycle, Truck, People’s Choice, and Best in Show.

Vote for your favorite car, or even enter yourself if you have a ride you want to show off! It costs $20 to compete, and registration is available online or at the gate. Learn more here.

🥞 Brunch Food Truck Rally

📅 Sun, Jul 21st: 11 am - 3 pm
📍 Brightside, Downtown Dayton
💰 Free

Brunch on a Sunday is great, but you know what's better? A brunch food truck rally! Enjoy a delicious day "Down on the Farm" with fresh produce and a petting zoo.

Sip on Bloody Marys or mimosas and munch on gourmet brunch dishes served by your favorite food trucks. It's a foodie event you and your crew won't want to miss! Learn more and see the vendor line-up here.

🐶 Pups On The Patio

📅 Sun, Jul 21st: 4 - 7 pm
📍 Wandering Griffin, Beavercreek
💰 Free

Enjoy a summer evening with furry friends and tasty treats at Wandering Griffin! You can meet adoptable Frenchies and English bulldogs from Badass Bulldogs Rescue.

Savor delicious donuts and support their work while you sip with $1 from every beer sold going to the rescue. Have a pup whose nails need trimmed? Pamper them with a free nail trimming from Erika, an award-winning dog groomer! Learn more here.

☘️ Dayton Celtic Festival

📅 Fri, Jul 26th: 5:30 - 11 pm | Sat, Jul 27th: 11:30 am - 11 pm | Sun, Jul 28th: 9 am - 6 pm
📍 RiverScape MetroPark, Downtown Dayton
💰 Free

Immerse yourself in a three-day celebration of Celtic culture! Experience the sights, sounds, and tastes of Celtic heritage. Hands down, this is one of my favorite festivals in the Miami Valley.

A few years back I saw a toddler running around in a kilt with his face painted half blue and half white — like a mini-Braveheart! I still get a good chuckle from that, and it really embodies what Celtic Festival is about. A great time with good people.

With delightful music, delicious food, and refreshing drinks, there's something for everyone to enjoy. See the festivities’ full schedule here.

🛶 Downtown Float Show

📅 Tue, Jul 30th: 6:30 - 8 pm
📍 RiverScape MetroPark, Downtown Dayton
💰 Free

Take over downtown’s riverfront! Listen to live music from giant paddleboards acting as floating stages. You can rent or bring your own kayak or canoe for the evening's entertainment.

Life jackets are required, and alcohol is prohibited. A unique way to enjoy some local live music while floating on the Miami River! Learn more here.

🤝 Key4Women Meetup

📅 Wed, Jul 31st: 6 - 8 pm
📍 Little Gem Coffee Co, Downton Dayton
💰 Free

Connect with fellow female business owners and professionals at this networking event hosted by Key4Women. Bring an extra business card to enter a raffle for a goody-filled basket!

Enjoy light refreshments while building your professional network in a welcoming environment. This is a perfect chance to share ideas and make valuable connections.

Have an event you’d like to promote? Reply and let us know!

🎶LIVE MUSIC

Friday, July 19th

Unity Sax Quartet | Uptown Centerville (Main & Franklin) | 6:30pm | Free

Laser Michael Jackson | Boonshoft Museum | 6:30pm | $12+

Terrance Simien | Levitt Pavilion | 7pm | Free

The Milo's | Jayne's On Main | 7:30pm | Free

Sonny Moorman | Phone Booth Lounge | 8pm | Free

Stoneface Syd | Hidden Gem Music Club | 8pm | $10

Wild Front Tears | Mr. Boro's Tavern | 8pm | Free

Joe Waters | The Barrel | 8pm | Free

Laser Journey | Boonshoft Museum | 8pm | $12+

Mike Miz | Good Time Charlie's | 8:30pm | Free

North Lindsey | The Brick Tap & Tavern | 8:30pm | Free

Carmen Clouse | Courtyard Lounge | 9pm | Free

Saturday, July 20th

Blues Amplified | Levitt Pavilion | 5:30pm | Free

Laser Bad Bunny | Boonshoft Museum | 6:30pm | $12+

Marc Hartfield/Sparky's | Bock Family Brewing | 7pm | Free

The Joe Cowels Band | Phone Booth Lounge | 8pm | Free

Dan Wallace & The Dirt Road Disciples | Good Time Charlie's | 8pm | Free

Wild Front Tears | Jayne's On Main | 7pm | Free

Leach Fest! | Courtyard Lounge | 8pm | $5

Salvadore Ross and The Boxcar Suite | Hidden Gem Music Club | 8pm | $10

Linus Tate | Mr. Boro's Tavern | 8pm | Free

Barely Able | The Barrel | 8pm | Free

Laser Zeppelin Mashup | Boonshoft Museum | 8pm | $12+

Doug Hart Band | The Brick Tap & Tavern | 8:30pm | Free

🎭️LIVE THEATRE

Shows Running Now

The Wizard of Oz | La Comedia Theatre | Jun 27th - Aug 11th | $70+

The Neverending Story | PNC Arts Annex | Jul 19th - 20th | $5+

FutureFest 2024 | Dayton Playhouse | Jul 19th - 21st | Weekend Pass: $100

😂LIVE COMEDY

This Weekend

Sheryl Underwood & Friends | Dayton Funny Bone | Jul 19th - 20th | $37+

Zach Martina | Wiley's Comedy Club | Jul 19th - 20th | $15

Upcoming Shows

Samuel J Comroe | Dayton Funny Bone | Jul 26th | $32+

Kyle Kemper And Nick Taylor | Wiley's Comedy Club | Jul 26th - 27th | $15

Reno Collier | Dayton Funny Bone | Jul 27th | $22

🙏 THANKS!

That’s all for today. Thank you for reading this week’s memo!

Interested in promoting your brand/events to an engaged local audience? Get in touch with us here, and let’s see how we might be able to help!

Hope you have a great weekend, and we look forward to seeing you next Thursday!

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