💎Wings, Rides & Whiskey (Issue #95)
Your Local Weekend Planner
Max Carone
July 10, 2025
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
88° 🌡️ 71° | 🌤️ | ☔ 20% | 💨 5 - 10 mph
Saturday
90° 🌡️ 72° | 🌤️ | ☔ 30% | 💨 10 - 15 mph
Sunday
87° 🌡️ 70° | 🌦️ | ☔ 60% | 💨 5 - 10 mph
📅 EVENTS
🎤 Centerville Party In The Park: Head Games
📅 Fri, Jul 11: 5:30 - 9 pm
📍 Stubbs Park, Centerville
💰 Free
Celebrate summer with Centerville's Party in the Park series! Rock out with classic hits from Foreigner performed by Head Games.
Grab a bite from local food trucks and a drink (or two) from the beer tent. With activities for the kids and over 30 vendors to shop from, there's even more to do before the show starts at 7 pm.
This event is organized in part by the Heart of Centerville Washington Township, a local business group we're proud members of. So, you may see us helping man the beer tent at one of the concerts! Learn more here.
🫐 Blueberry Pickin’
📅 Sat, Jul 12: 8:30 am - 12 pm
📍 Berryhill Farm, Xenia
💰 Free
Looking for a fun summer day? Head on over to Berryhill Farm and pick away! Blueberries are in their peak season, which is a darn good reason to get yourself a basket or two.
🚗 1st Annual Block Party / Car Show
📅 Sat, Jul 12: 11 am - 5 pm
📍 Patterson Rd x Barney Ave, Kettering
💰 Free
Get ready to rev your engines at Gallion's and RocArt's first-ever block party and car show. The street will be packed with Jeeps, cars, and rigs of every make and model.
Show off your ride or just enjoy the view — trophies are up for grabs for Best Off-Road, Best Classic, and Best Overall.
Grab some bites from food trucks, enter fun raffles, and score shop swag. Bring your family and friends for a day of chrome and good times! Learn more here.
🍗 Kickin’ Chicken Wing Fest
📅 Sat, Jul 12: 4 - 10 pm
📍 Fraze Pavilion, Kettering
💰 Free
Get ready for a finger-licking good time at the Kickin’ Chicken Wing Fest! Savor bold flavors while listening to live music on the Lincoln Park stage.
Groove to Deron Bell Band at 4 pm, followed by Giana Allen & the Honky Tonk Specials at 6 pm, with The Growlers closing out at 8 pm.
A Kettering classic, this is a foodie fest that will put your taste to the test. See the participating restaurants and learn more here.
🧀 Dayton Mac and Cheese Fest
📅 Sun, Jul 13: 11 am - 6 pm
📍 Brightside Music, Dayton
💰 Free
Dive into tons of Mac and Cheese meals prepared and served by amazing local food trucks all bringing their own twists on this classic dish.
This is their 12th year putting on family-friendly events like this for foodies. Treat your taste buds and see who is participating here.
🧱 Brews and Bricks Lego Build
📅 Wed, Jul 16: 6 - 8:30 pm
📍 Bock Family Brewing, Washington Twp
💰 Free
Get creative with friends at BREWS & BRICKS, hosted by Dayton Brick Shop at Bock Family Brewery. Form a team, grab your bin of building parts, and compete to craft the best themed creation in just one hour.
Enjoy the brewery’s food and drinks while you build — and maybe even win a prize! Registration starts at 6 pm, and the building starts at 6:30 pm. Learn more here.
🚒 Touch A Truck
📅 Fri, Jul 18: 12:30 - 2:30 pm
📍 Riverfront Park, Miamisburg
💰 Free
Get up close with the biggest, boldest vehicles around at Miamisburg's Touch a Truck!
Kids can climb into fire trucks, police cars, ambulances, and even giant semis. Meet local heroes, try the siren, and see how these powerful machines work.
There are games, crafts, and hands-on activities for all ages, plus a sensory-friendly session from 12:30–1 pm for a quieter experience. Bring the whole family for a wheel-y fun day! Learn more here.
🌭 Glizzies & Fizzies Festival
📅 Sat, Jul 19: 1 - 4 pm
📍 Loose Ends Brewing, Centerville
💰 General: $55
💰 VIP: $75
Join Loose Ends Brewing for their first beer fest with a twist. Get your fill of perfectly grilled hot dogs (aka glizzies), creative collab brews, crisp lagers, and sippable seltzers — all with plenty of swag and good vibes.
VIPs score early entry, extra beer tickets, exclusive merch prices, and a fun-filled swag bag. General admission still gets you a generous tasting lineup and a glizzy to enjoy.
Beer lovers and seltzer fans alike — this party’s got your name on it. Secure your spot here (VIP sales close July 16th).
☘️ Dayton Celtic Festival
📅 Fri, Jul 25: 5:30 - 11 pm
📅 Sat, Jul 26: 11:30 am - 11 pm
📅 Sun, Jul 27: 10 am - 6 pm
📍 RiverScape MetroPark, 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.
🥃 Summer of Freedom
📅 Thu, Jul 31: 5 - 9 pm
📍 Benham's Grove, Centerville
💰 $35
Enjoy an evening of live music, raffles, and great eats — all in support of local veterans. Savor dinner from Mission BBQ, sweet treats from Five Loaves Bakery and Tom & Dot’s Gelato, and your first drink on the house.
The night features performances by Duncan Beckel and Finding Melissa, plus plenty of games and surprises. All proceeds benefit The Rebuild & Honor Project and the Freedom Whiskey Capt. Zach Hollingsworth Memorial Fund.
Celebrate community, enjoy Benham’s Grove’s scenic charm, and show your support. Get your tickets here.
🎶LIVE MUSIC
This Friday
This Saturday
🙏 THANKS FOR READING
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See you next Thursday,
— Max
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