💎 Motors & Maples (Issue #133)
Your Local Weekend Planner
Max Carone
April 16, 2026
Good Morning,
Welcome to another issue of our Community Memo where we share fun things to do around town every week.
Let’s get to it!
⚡ WEEKEND WEATHER
Friday
80° 🌡️ 65° | ☀️ | ☔ 0% | 💨 5 - 10 mph
Saturday
75° 🌡️ 40° | 🌦️ | ☔ 70% | 💨 15 - 25 mph
Sunday
54° 🌡️ 35° | 🌤️ | ☔ 20% | 💨 20 - 30 mph
📅 EVENTS
🌳 Kettering TreeFest
📅 Sat, Apr 18: 9 am - 12 pm
📍 Gentile Nature Park, Kettering
💰 Free
Celebrate Arbor Day at TreeFEST and help make a lasting impact on the environment! Join your neighbors to plant trees, clean up the park, and meet local officials and Tree Committee members.
This year, you’ll help dedicate Montgomery County’s America 250 white oak — a living piece of history. Don’t forget your gloves and shovels if you have them! Learn more here.
🏁 Corvette Cars and Coffee
📅 Sat, Apr 18: 9 am - 12 pm
📍 Air Force Museum, Dayton
💰 Free
Start your morning surrounded by Corvettes and conversation at the Air Force Museum. This gathering brings together the Greater Dayton Corvette Club and car lovers from around the area, offering a relaxed way to chat about classic and modern models.
Whether you’re a Corvette owner or just a fan, it’s a great spot to connect with fellow enthusiasts. Learn more here.
👒 Derby Hat Design Workshop
📅 Sat, Apr 18: 12 - 2 pm
📍 Dayton Woman's Club, Dayton
💰 General: $65
💰 Member: $60
Craft your own custom Derby hat in this hands-on workshop led by local artist Debra Simpson. Choose from ribbons, flowers, feathers, and more to create a show-stopping piece that’s all your own.
Enjoy a complimentary mimosa while you create, with extra drinks available at the bar. No experience needed — just bring your creativity and enjoy a fun afternoon with friends. Register here.
🛍️ Tara Estates Garage Sale
📅 Thu, Apr 23: 9 am - 5 pm
📅 Fri, Apr 24: 9 am - 5 pm
📅 Sat, Apr 25: 9 am - 5 pm
📍 Tara Estates, Beavercreek
💰 Free
Get ready to explore one of Beavercreek’s biggest neighborhood sales, now going on its 22nd year. You can shop dozens of garage sales across Tara Estates for three full days.
Print a map or wander through — there’s no wrong way to hunt for hidden gems and deals during this community-wide treasure hunt. Learn more here.
🍺 ArBrew Day
📅 Thu, Apr 23: 4 - 8 pm
📍 Southern Ohio Brewing, Beavercreek
💰 Free Entry
Raise a glass to Arbor Day at ArBrew Day, where trees and craft beer come together! Enjoy a special forest-inspired brew, and get expert tips at the “Ask an Arborist” table.
Take home a free tree sapling, enter the raffle for a container tree, and celebrate all things green. Learn more here.
🕺 Hootenanny Hoedown: Family Square Dance
📅 Thu, Apr 23: 5:30 - 7:30 pm
📍 Lathrem Senior Center, Kettering
💰 $8+
Kick up your heels with the Gem City Squares for a lively night of square dancing! Beginners are welcome — easy instructions will have you spinning and stepping in no time. Singles, couples, and kids ages 8 and up can all join in the fun.
No experience needed, just a willingness to try something new. Spots are limited, so register here.
🍁 Sugar Maple Festival
📅 Fri, Apr 24: 5 - 10 pm
📅 Sat, Apr 25: 10 am - 10 pm
📅 Sun, Apr 26: 11 am - 5 pm
📍 Downtown Bellbrook
💰 Free
Make a beeline to Bellbrook to celebrate the 46th Sugar Maple Festival. This celebration of local flavors and crafts is a local Spring favorite.
Indulge in a weekend of tasty treats, artisan finds, local live music, and crisp drinks from the beer garden. Discover, taste, and celebrate local traditions in Bellbrook! Learn more here.
📖 Independent Bookstore Day
📅 Sat, Apr 25: 12 - 4 pm
📅 Sun, Apr 26: 12 - 4 pm
📍 The Cozy Book Nook, Dayton
💰 Free
Celebrate the magic of independent bookstores all weekend long! Stop by for the Dayton Indie Bookstore Crawl, try your luck at finding the hidden golden ticket for a year of free audiobooks, and enter raffles with every purchase.
Meet local authors Jennifer Vice, Britt Nichole, and Aliya DalRae for book signings, plus enjoy an art gallery featuring Britt’s photography. Join the fun and support local literary talent, learn more here.
🌎 A World A'Fair 2026
📅 Fri, May 1: 5 - 10 pm
📅 Sat, May 2: 11 am - 10 pm
📅 Sun, May 3: 11 am - 6 pm
📍 Greene County Fairgrounds, Xenia
💰 $10+
Take your taste buds on a trip around the globe at this international festival! Sample dishes from 30 different countries. Don’t miss the Friday-only beer passport for a world tour of brews.
Get moving at the interactive stage, where you can learn ethnic dances or just watch the lively performances. Local favorites Father, Son and Friends will keep the party going both evenings. Learn more here.
🎶LIVE MUSIC
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🎭️LIVE THEATRE
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😂LIVE COMEDY
This Weekend
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🙏 THANKS FOR READING
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See you next Thursday,
— Max
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