💎 Peaches, Peppers, and… Corn? (Issue #50)

Good Morning,

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

School may be in session, but our summer isn’t over yet. We still have peppers, corn, and peaches to eat this weekend, folks. Let’s just hope the rain passes quickly so we can get out and enjoy them!

Now, let’s get to it!

— Max

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⚡ WEEKEND WEATHER

Friday

84° 🌡️ 68° | 🌧️ | ☔ 50% | 💨 13 mph

Saturday

82° 🌡️ 64° | 🌧️ | ☔ 40% | 💨 15 mph

Sunday

79° 🌡️ 63° | 🌧️ | ☔ 50% | 💨 12 mph

⭐️FEATURED EVENTS ⭐️

🤖 iCode Open House

📅 Thu, Aug 15th: 5 - 7 pm
📍 iCode Centerville
💰 Free

Swing by this open house with your family to learn how iCode can help further your child or grandchild’s STEM education. Tour their new campus at Cross Pointe, enjoy some snacks, and have a blast with hands-on activities.

Discover their after-school and weekend camp programs where kids get to do fun challenges with things like robotics/AI, drone programming in Python, or 3d design or video production and editing!

And if you're interested in trying them out you'll find exclusive deals just for attendees. A family-fun Thursday event to see what iCode has to offer for curious minds. Register for free here.*  

🌶️ Pepper Fest

📅 Sat, Aug 17th: 4 - 10 pm
📍 Fraze Pavilion, Kettering
💰 Free

Love you some spicy bites? Miami Valley Restaurant Association has you covered this Saturday night with its first-ever Pepper Fest at the Fraze! With over 20 restaurants and food trucks, there are plenty of hot flavors (and cool drinks) to enjoy. 

Listen to live music starting with the high-energy Michelle Robinson Band at 4:30pm and followed by Hot Red Chili Peppers at 7pm. A must-attend event for spice lords and music lovers! See who’s participating and learn more here.*

🎉 12th Anniversary + Customer Appreciation Night

📅 Thu, Aug 15th: 4 - 8 pm
📍 Elevate Esthetics, Centerville
💰 Free Entry

Join our friends at Elevate Esthetics — who just won Best Tanning Salon in this year's Best of Dayton by the way — to celebrate their 12th year in business!

Bring your bestie for a night of pampering with exclusive mini-treatments plus drinks, snacks, and giveaway goodies. It’s a perfect way to celebrate beauty, growth, and friendships. RSVP for tonight's event here.

🍑 Peach Days

📅 Sat, Aug 17th: 10 am - 10 pm
📅 Sun, Aug 18th: 12 - 6 pm
📍 Hidden Valley Orchard, Lebanon
💰 Free

Have a peachy weekend at HVO! Indulge in a wide array of peach-themed treats like peach donuts, fritters, muffins, and more from the bakery.

Start your day with pancakes on Saturday or build your peach creation on Sunday. Live music adds to the fun with performances on Saturday evening and Sunday afternoon. Learn more here.

🌽 Fairborn Sweet Corn Festival

📅 Sat, Aug 17th: 11 am - 7 pm
📅 Sun, Aug 18th: 11 am - 6 pm
📍 Fairborn Community Park
💰 Free

Few things scream summer in Ohio like sweet corn. So it's only fitting to celebrate the end of the season with a foodie fest all about it!

Savor steamed sweet corn, BBQ delights, fresh watermelon, plus other summer treats. As you eat, browse handmade crafts from 130 vendors and watch the kids enjoy pony rides in the park. Learn more here.

🏡 Dayton Porchfest

📅 Sat, Aug 17th: 12:15 - 6:45 pm
📍 St. Anne’s Hill Historic District, Downtown Dayton
💰 Free

Come out for a free music festival in St. Anne's Hill. Enjoy mini concerts held on porches throughout this historic neighborhood.

See local talent and celebrate Dayton's rich music scene. Soak in the tunes, and connect with the community. A perfect outing for music lovers and families. Learn more here.

🎥 Movie Party In The Park

📅 Sat, Aug 17th: 7 - 10:30 pm
📍 Forest Field Park, Centerville
💰 Free

Join the Jeff Probst Group and Centerville-Washington Parks for a free movie night in the park with a screening of Ratatouille. Start the evening with fun games, activities, and crafts.

Then grab a hot meal from Claybourne Grille's food truck and a cool treat from Sweet P's. Bring a blanket and settle in for the show starting at sunset. Learn more here.

🇱🇧 Greater Dayton Lebanese Festival

📅Fri, Aug 23rd: 5 - 9 pm
📅 Sat, Aug 24th: 11 am - 9 pm
📅 Sun, Aug 25th: 11 am - 6 pm
📍 St. Ignatius Church, Washington Twp.
💰 Free

Celebrate Lebanese culture on the grounds of St. Ignatius of Antioch Maronite Church. Savor authentic dishes, including za’atar and cheese flatbread, along with a variety of desserts.

Enjoy Dabke dance performances, traditional music, and rides for the kids. Parking is available at Oak Grove Park with free shuttles to the fest. Learn more here.

🪩 80s Party At RiverScape

📅 Fri, Aug 23rd: 7 - 9 pm
📍 RiverScape MetroPark, Downtown Dayton
💰 Free

Relive the 80s at Riverscape! Dress in your best 80s attire and enjoy spot-on tributes to Cars, Duran Duran, Bowie, and more that will have you dancing the night away.

Snack on stadium-style food like hot dogs and nachos while sipping on ice-cold drinks. This was a smash hit last year and is only expected to be even bigger. Learn more here.

🎨 ArtFest On Main

📅 Sat, Aug 24th: 10 am - 5 pm
📍 Downtown Springboro
💰 Free

Celebrate art in the heart of Historic Springboro. Explore fine art from over 100 artists with live music for the adults and activities in the children’s tent for your little ones.

Sip and savor while you browse original works, including paintings, sculptures, and more. A perfect day out for all ages. Learn more here.

🚗 Cruise The Burg

📅 Sat, Aug 24th: 4 - 8 pm
📍 Downtown Miamisburg
💰 Free

Join Performance Wraps for their second car show in downtown Miamisburg. Grab a DORA drink, some local bites, and enjoy looking at classic cars beside the beautiful river.

Have a ride you want to show off? Bring it the day of! Registration is not required, learn more here.

🃏 Ren Fest Opening Weekend

📅 Sat, Aug 31st - Mon, Sep 2nd: 10:30 am - 7 pm
📍 Ohio Renaissance Festival, Waynesville
💰 Adults: $32+ | Kids: $10

Get your costumes ready because the Renaissance Festival is back starting Labor Day weekend! Enjoy thrilling games, live performances, and delicious medieval treats in an enchanting village.

From jousting competitions to lively parades, there’s something for everyone. Explore the artisan marketplace, experience traditional crafts, and soak in the festive atmosphere. A perfect family-friendly event to kick off the fall season. Get tickets here.

🎶LIVE MUSIC

Friday, August 16th

Rooftop Beatles Tribute | Yellow Cab Tavern | 6:30pm | $22+

Toubab Krewe | Levitt Pavilion | 7pm | Free

Pocket Rockets | Bock Family Brewing | 7pm | Free

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

Half~Life | The Barrel | 8pm | Free

Doug Hart Experience | Hidden Gem Music Club | 8pm | $5

Tommy Renfro | The Brick Tap & Tavern | 8:30pm | Free

Cody Garrett | Good Time Charlie's | 8:30pm | Free

Who's Capri Acoustic | Courtyard Lounge | 9pm | Free

Saturday, August 17th

Funk Amplified ft. Slapbak | Levitt Pavilion | 5:30pm | Free

Rooftop Beatles Tribute | Yellow Cab Tavern | 6:30pm | $22+

Tony Gretsch | Bock Family Brewing | 7pm | Free

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

Tin Penny | The Barrel | 8pm | Free

Daglio with The Amador Sisters | Hidden Gem Music Club | 8pm | $10+

Until Rust | The Brick Tap & Tavern | 8:30pm | Free

Sarah Barton & Second That Band | Good Time Charlie's | 8:30pm | Free

Simple Daze | Courtyard Lounge | 9pm | Free

🎭️LIVE THEATRE

Shows Running Now

Shear Madness | La Comedia Theatre | Aug 15th - Sep 15th | $70+

Upcoming Shows

A Man of No Importance | Beavercreek Community Theatre | Aug 23rd - Sep 1st | $18+

The Enchanted Cottage | Dayton Theatre Guild | Aug 23rd - Sep 8th | $24+

😂LIVE COMEDY

This Weekend

Kelly Kellz | Dayton Funny Bone | Aug 16th - 17th | $22

Heywood Banks | Wiley's Comedy Club | Aug 16th - 17th | $25

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