💎 New Look, Same Memo (Issue #57)

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Good Morning,

Welcome to another issue of Miami Valley Memo! We’re kicking things off with a fresh new design. While the look has been updated, the core of what you love — fun things to do around the Miami Valley — remains the same.

We’re also excited to introduce a new feature: the “Charity of the Month” section. There are so many incredible organizations in the Miami Valley doing important work, and we want to help spread the word. Each month, we’ll partner with one and spotlight them in every week that month.

With Veterans Day coming up, we’re launching this program in partnership with Freedom Whiskey Co., to share their annual Veterans Day celebration. It’s an impactful event, and we can’t wait to tell you more about it.

We’d love to hear your thoughts on these updates! Take the quick poll at the end of this email, and keep an eye out for more exciting changes coming soon 👀.

Alrighty, let’s get to it!

A MESSAGE FROM MONTGOMERY COUNTY TREASURER JOHN MCMANUS

🏠 Would you rather not receive a large property tax bill twice a year?

Want a convenient way to break your property taxes into small monthly payments? Montgomery County Treasurer John McManus is here to help with an easy Pre Payment program.

Set up automatic payments so you never miss a deadline and gain more flexibility in how you pay. No need to wait until February or July — monthly payments are now available, helping you budget better by spreading payments throughout the year.

Who’s eligible? Montgomery County residents whose taxes are current can enroll.

Behind on payments? Don’t wait! The Treasurer’s friendly staff is ready to work with you and create a plan to help you get back on track.

Take control of your property taxes today. Set up your prepayment plan online, or call 937-225-4010 for assistance.

⚡ WEEKEND WEATHER

Friday

77° 🌡️ 52° | ☀️ | ☔ 0% | 💨 6 mph

Saturday

76° 🌡️ 56° | ☀️ | ☔ 0% | 💨 6 mph

Sunday

79° 🌡️ 48° | ⛅️ | ☔ 0% | 💨 18 mph

📅 EVENTS

🏕️ Wagner Subaru Outdoor Experience

📅 Sat, Oct 5: 11 am - 10 pm
📅 Sun, Oct 6: 11 am - 5 pm
📍 Eastwood MetroPark, Dayton
💰 Free

Join over 15,000 folks for the Midwest's premier outdoor adventure! This event offers activities for all skill levels, whether you're new to outdoor fun or a seasoned adventurer.

Try your hand at everything from kayaking to fishing, and climbing to cycling. Ever wanted to do an obstacle course? Explore nature, discover new hobbies, and immerse yourself in the outdoor culture. See the schedule and layout here.

🍁 Centerville Fall Fest

📅 Sat, Oct 5: 12 - 9 pm
📍 St. Leonard’s Lawn, Centerville
💰 Free

Come out for Centerville's biggest fall event, which attracted over 22,000 attendees last year! Wander through the bustling Vendor Village showcasing 100+ local artisans while sipping fall-flavored craft beers from Centerville's breweries.

From 12 - 5, your little pumpkins can play in the Kids Zone. Enjoying activities like face painting, bouncy inflatables, a petting zoo, and more!

Get there early to pick up a free pumpkin (while supplies last). And know it'll be kept safe until you're ready to leave by the volunteer pumpkin patch police. Learn more here.

🕸️ Huber Haunts

📅 Sun, Oct 6: 1 - 5 pm
📍 Thomas Cloud Park, Huber Heights
💰 Free

Get ready for a spooktacular afternoon at Huber Heights' annual Trunk or Treat event! Explore creatively decorated cars, enjoy live performances, and take part in the costume contest for a chance to win prizes.

For those with sensory sensitivities, ID necklaces will be available to ensure a comfortable experience. A fun-filled day with food trucks and community spirit awaits! Learn more here.

🍂 Flavors of Fall

📅 Thu, Oct 10: 5:30 pm
📍 Sunwatch Village, Dayton
💰 $50

Celebrate the fall season with a day of food, drinks, and fun at SunWatch. Sample autumn flavors, including a beer and honey tasting, while enjoying live music.

Explore the village with guided tours and discover the history behind this unique site. A perfect way to embrace the beauty of fall. Get your tickets here.

👻 Fairborn Halloween Festival

📅 Fri, Oct 11: 4 - 11 pm
📅 Sat, Oct 12: 11 - 11 pm
📅 Sun, Oct 13: 12 - 6 pm
📍 Downtown Fairborn
💰 Free

Celebrate spooky season at what has become one of Ohio’s largest Halloween celebrations. Don’t miss this bewitching three-day event with rides, a costume contest, and a parade.

Grab a bite to eat from the food trucks or a drink at the beer garden. Relax with live music by local artists. Or get a chill down your spine at one of Fairborn’s gems, Foy's Haunted Museum. Learn more here.

🎸 Dayton Music Fest

📅 Fri, Oct 11: 5 pm - 12 am
📅 Sat, Oct 12: 5 pm - 12 am
📍 Downtown Dayton
💰 Advance: $25
💰 Doors: $30

Check out Dayton's vibrant music scene at the 20th annual Music Fest. Over two days, 32 acts will perform across 5 venues in Downtown Dayton.

From indie and rock to electronic and folk, the festival showcases a diverse lineup of local talent. Enjoy a weekend of live music, discover new artists, and immerse yourself in Dayton's rich musical culture. Get your tickets here.

🥬 Ohio Sauerkraut Festival

📅 Sat, Oct 12: 9 am - 8 pm
📅 Sun, Oct 13: 9 am - 6 pm
📍 Downtown Waynesville
💰 Free

Join your fellow sauerkraut fans from all over Ohio for a weekend full of food, shopping, and charity. Browse the wares of 460 crafts vendors spread throughout Waynesville’s Main Street.

Try over 60 different dishes (including plenty of non-sauerkraut options). More than a tradition, this is a significant fundraising event for many of the community’s charities. Learn more here.

🎪 Fall Street Fair

📅 Sat, Oct 12: 9 am - 5 pm
📍 Downtown Yellow Springs
💰 Free

Celebrate fall with some small-town hoopla in Yellow Springs. Explore the offerings of over 250 unique vendors, satiate your hunger with 30 diverse food trucks, and raise a toast at the beer garden.

With two stages packed with performances all day, there will be plenty of live music to enjoy. Parking does get wild, but you can usually find a spot outside of downtown on Dayton-Yellow Springs Road. Learn more here.

🎃 Pumpkin Festival

📅 Sat, Oct 12: 10 am - 3 pm
📍 Southminster Church, Centerville
💰 Free

Have a day full of fall family fun at Southminster's 3rd Pumpkin Festival! Enjoy delicious hotdogs grilled up by the Scouts and score some sweet treats at the bake sale.

Try your hand at pumpkin painting, classic games, or the cake walk. With bounce houses, face painting, and crafts there are plenty of ways to keep the kiddos entertained. Not to mention the giant pumpkin guessing game (with a prize for the closest guess). Learn more here.

🌍 The World In Between

📅 Sat, Oct 12: 10:30 am - 12 pm
📍 Science Center Auditorium, University of Dayton
💰 Free

Explore the complex relationship between ancient Egypt and Nubia at this fascinating lecture by Dr. Anastasia Dakouri-Hild, associate professor at the University of Virginia.

Learn how museum artifacts reveal the rich cultural connections between these two civilizations over millennia. This talk delves into the significance of visual culture in understanding ancient identities. Perfect for history buffs and archaeology enthusiasts.

This event is hosted by the Dayton Society of the Archaeological Institute of America (AIA). I grew up going to AIA talks with my parents and always learned something from the folks they brought to town. Learn more here.

🍷 Read Between The Wines

📅 Tue, Oct 15: 6 - 9 pm
📍 PNC Arts Annex, Dayton
💰 $50

Enjoy an evening of trivia, wine flights, and a silent auction featuring local experiences and bourbon basket prizes.

This fundraiser supports the Junior League's mission to advance women’s leadership for meaningful community impact through volunteer action, collaboration, and training. Get your tickets here.

👻 Boo In The Burg

📅 Thu, Oct 17: 6 pm
📍 Downtown Miamisburg
💰 Free

Feel the Halloween spirit in downtown Miamisburg! Dress up and visit local merchants, including Ron's Pizza, Bullwinkle's, and Lucky Star Brewery.

Enjoy festive treats and DORA drinks at spots like Jayne’s on Main and Entropy Brew Co. It’s the perfect way to celebrate spooky season with a mix of fun stops and local flavors! Learn more here.

🎗️ CHARITY OF THE MONTH

🇺🇸 Honoring those who’ve served

Freedom Whiskey Veterans Day Celebration

📅 Sat, Nov 16: 6 - 11 pm
📍 Miamisburg Moose Lodge
💰 Admission: $50

Join Freedom Whiskey in celebrating and supporting those who've served our country this Veterans Day. Now in its 7th year, this event offers good food, great whiskey, and most importantly, an opportunity to give back.

As you can imagine, I hear about a lot of events. This has by far been one of the most recommended, and for good reason. 

Every year, they pick a veteran to honor and charities to support with the proceeds raised from this event. Just last year, over $45k was raised for Blue Skies for the Good Guys and Gals — from this single event.

And with your help, they can make an even bigger impact in 2024. 

This year they’re supporting Hunters Helping Heroes AND sponsoring a veteran to go through the Save A Warrior program (which literally saves lives).

So, how can you get involved?

1. Buy tickets: If you can make the date, get your tickets and get them soon. I’m told they usually sell out in late October. 

2. Donate dollars: If you can’t attend but can contribute, then donate. Any amount is useful and every dollar helps.

3. Donate items: Raffling gift baskets is a big hit, so if you have cool items to donate, email [email protected] and [email protected] to coordinate. Items must be secured by Nov 1st.

4. Sponsor: If your business sponsors local events, allocate some budget to this. Packages range from $500 to $5,000. Each level includes tickets, recognition, and, of course, a bottle of whiskey.

Serving others is deep in Freedom Whiskey's DNA. It was put there by the company's late founder, Capt. Zach Hollingsworth, and has been carried on by his family and team since his passing 3 years ago. 

Join them in honoring his spirit of service and supporting our veterans. Click the button below to get your tickets, donate, and sponsor this amazing event!

🎶LIVE MUSIC

Friday, Oct 2nd

Duncan Beckel | Uptown Centerville (Main & Franklin) | 6:30pm | Free

Jay Alm | Bock Family Brewing | 7pm | Free

Nothing But Treble | Jayne's On Main | 7:30pm | Free

Daywalker & More | Hidden Gem Music Club | 8pm | $10

Burress Brothers | The Barrel | 8pm | Free

4Low Band | Good Time Charlie's | 8:30pm | Free

Carmen Clouse | Courtyard Lounge | 9pm | Free

Saturday, Oct 3rd

Cadillac McSwain | Bock Family Brewing | 7pm | Free

Matt Scholp | Jayne's On Main | 7:30pm | Free

Terrapin Moon (Grateful Dead Tribute) | Hidden Gem Music Club | 8pm | $10

Heather Redman & More | Yellow Cab Tavern | 8pm | $10

Barely Able | The Barrel | 8pm | Free

Blacktop Rodeo | Good Time Charlie's | 8:30pm | Free

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

Vicious Cycle | Courtyard Lounge | 9pm | Free

🎭️LIVE THEATRE

Shows Running Now

Saturday Night Fever | La Comedia Theatre | Sep 19th - Oct 27th | $70+

Annie Jr. | Town Hall Theatre | Sep 20th - Oct 26th | $14+

Hamilton | Schuster Center | Oct 1st - Oct 11th | $50+

Upcoming Shows

Ms. Holmes & Ms. Watson – Apt. 2B | The Loft Theatre | Oct 9th - Oct 20th | $23+

Campaigns, Inc. | Dayton Theatre Guild | Oct 10th - Oct 20th | $10

😂LIVE COMEDY

This Weekend

The Magic Of Eric Eaton | Dayton Funny Bone | Oct 3rd | $32+

Gary Owen | Dayton Funny Bone | Oct 4th - Oct 6th | $48+

Upcoming Shows

JJ Williamson | Dayton Funny Bone | Oct 11th | $24

Charlie Berens | Victoria Theatre | Oct 11th | $49+

Cactus Tate | Dayton Funny Bone | Oct 12th | $32+

🙏 THANKS FOR READING

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See you next Thursday,

— Max

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