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MetroParks Cancels Its Annual Wagner Subaru Outdoor Experience

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Due to the uncertainty of precautions that will be in place to slow COVID-19, particularly when it comes to gatherings of large groups, and concern for the health and safety of MetroParks staff, volunteers and community, MetroParks’ annual Wagner Subaru Outdoor Experience has been cancelled.

 

A Five Rivers MetroParks event, the Wagner Subaru Outdoor Experience is the region’s premier outdoor adventure festival and a celebration of Dayton as the outdoor adventure capital of the Midwest. The event — previously scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 3, and Sunday, Oct. 4, at Eastwood MetroPark — features dozens of exhibitors and food trucks, live entertainment, competitions and more than 20 hands-on, outdoor activities. Last year, MetroParks welcomed 25,652 attendees to Eastwood MetroPark for this event.

“Families can still enjoy many of the activities that make the Wagner Subaru Outdoor Experience special in their favorite parks or neighborhood greenspace,” said MetroParks Event Coordinator Angela York.

 

With 18 clean, safe parks, 160 miles of paved and natural surface trails, and dozens of outdoor recreation amenities, Five Rivers MetroParks offers parkgoers opportunities to spend time in nature hiking, backpacking, cycling, camping, mountain biking, playing disc golf and more. MetroParks encourages people to explore the parks and trails by participating in the new MetroParks Trails Challenge. Those who need gear to help them get outside can find additional information at www.outdoordayton.com.

 

The Wagner Subaru Outdoor Experience encourages attendees to experience outdoor recreation activities so they can find new ways to connect to the natural world and adopt healthy, active lifestyles. MetroParks’ staff, trained volunteers and local recreation clubs host hands-on activities, such as fly fishing, paddling, mountain biking, cycling, climbing, slacklining and more. These activities often require use of shared equipment that’s not easily sanitized between uses in an event format and instruction that makes social distancing impossible.

 

“An event of this magnitude takes a year to plan and hundreds of MetroParks staff, volunteers, exhibitors, partners, sponsors and recreation professionals who travel from across the country,” York said. “To be good stewards of taxpayer funds, we have to consider the time and resources it takes to successfully plan and host a large-scale event that may ultimately have to be cancelled per CDC and Ohio Department of Health guidelines.”

 

MetroParks is one of many national and regional parks agencies that has cancelled large events, in addition to local organizations that have cancelled large annual festivals.

 

“In addition to connecting people to nature through outdoor recreation experiences, the Wagner Subaru Outdoor Experience is a celebration of all nature can do for your physical and mental well-being,” York said. “Nature is open year-round for everyone to enjoy.”

 

Five Rivers MetroParks encourages people to spend time in nature, whether it’s their back yard, local greenspace or favorite MetroPark. Activities, resources and ideas that help the public access the outdoors, can be found at metroparks.org/natureisopen and MetroParks’ Facebook page.

 

“Your MetroParks and trails remain open, and we are encouraged to see households out and about in nature, exploring old favorites and finding new trails,” said Five Rivers MetroParks Executive Director Rebecca Benná.

 

The public can help keep their outdoor parks and trails open by always following the CDC’s recommendations, particularly for social distancing, and taking preventative actions when in any outdoor space. For the most current information please visit metroparks.org/covid and MetroParks’ social media channels (Facebook, Instagram and Twitter).

City Auctions Items From Two Former Golf Centers

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The City of Dayton is auctioning surplus materials from two now-closed golf centers, including 100 golf carts, golf course components, landscaping equipment, commercial kitchen equipment and more.
The auction is online at www.govdeals.com/cityofdaytonohio. Bidders can complete a free registration at www.govdeals.com/register.
In May, the City of Dayton announced the permanent closure of Kitty Hawk and Madden Golf Centers. The closures presented the City with a special set of assets–the entire contents of two regional golf complexes.
The surplus features 100 Yamaha golf cars in a variety of ages, conditions and colors. Other golf items offered include granite tee marker holes, golf bag stands, flags, golf cups and more.
Additional golf center surplus includes a 12-ft tall gazebo with its contents (two chairs and a window air conditioner), plus several commercial lawnmowers, landscaping tools, commercial kitchen equipment, bar equipment, picnic tables and park benches.
Several auction clusters will go live, continuing well into July. Bidding is open to anyone with an interest, including businesses, vendors, contractors, restauranteurs, homeowners, and collectors.
“Lots of items are up for auction, from course supplies to memorabilia. Be sure to check back often so you don’t miss a great find,” said Kelly Pressel, City of Dayton Golf Division manager.
Since 2008, Dayton has utilized the online auctions of GovDeals.com to sell City equipment including cars, trucks, and vans, as well as computer and laboratory equipment, and more. GovDeals offers a platform for state and local agencies to sell surplus and seized items.

Starbucks to Offer Impossible Sausage Sandwich

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Starbucks has announced it will begin selling a plant-based breakfast sandwich made with Impossible sausage as part of its summer menu. The sandwich will also contain a cage-free fried egg and aged cheddar cheese and will be served on ciabatta bread.

The new sandwich joins other menu options Starbucks has released in recent years as more consumers seek to reduce their meat consumption. “Over the years, in response to customer interest, we have added plant-based milk alternatives such as soy, coconut, almond, and oat milk. We are thrilled to expand our plant-based menu into food with this new breakfast sandwich,” Michael Kobori, chief sustainability officer at Starbucks, said in announcing the sandwich.

Also on the summer menu are two cold-brew coffee-based beverages with almond milk foam flavored with either cinnamon or dark cocoa. In California and the Midwest, Starbucks will also sell Cold Brew with Cinnamon Oatmilk foam, expanding the availability of oat milk to new markets.

The new cold brew beverages will cost between $4.45 and $4.75, while the Impossible Breakfast Sandwich will be priced between $4.95 and $5.25.

Fifth Street Brewpub Turns Eight

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Hard to believe that the Fifth Street Brewpub is celebrating their 8th birthday this week!

In 2010, a group of 34 St. Anne’s Hill residents invested to restore the local landmark at 1600 E. Fifth Street. The initial plan was to fix and sell the building to a business, but post-renovation, the building sat empty. The group realized that if they wanted a business in the building, they’d have to build one themselves. After a meeting with Jeff Black, brewer and a founding member of Austin, Texas’ Black Star Co-Op—America’s first cooperatively owned brewery—the St. Anne’s Hill neighbors decided to emulate Black Star’s model. It’s Ohio’s only co-op brewery and boasts thousand of owners.

With so many owners, a board of Directors is elected and they work hand in hand with General Manager Tanya Brock, who handles the day to day operations and works with brewmaster Darren Link to run the seven barrel brewhouse. And together they invite the community to come celebrate the brewpubs 8th birthday.

According to Brock, “while the celebration will look a bit different this year, we felt it was important to continue to have one. We were built by a community, saved in these recent times by the community, and continue to serve a community of close-knit neighbors, craft beer and food lovers, and friends. This week we invite that community to smile, drink, and share love whether here with us or virtually.

“By stretching the party over the course of the week we hope it allows everyone to participate and raise a toast in a comfortable, safe way,” says Brock

TUESDAY through SATURDAY at the brewpub…
Join us for a week of Fifth Street Beer growler fills/pitchers at a special $15 Tuesday through Saturday and $12 on Wednesday. (Does not apply to some premium fills.)

SATURDAY at wherever you find yourself…
Wherever you and your growler find yourself, post a picture with the tag #cheersfor8years on our page of you raising a glass in celebration! We’ll pick one winner at random on the following Tuesday for a $50 GIFT CARD as our way of saying thanks!

SATURDAY at the brewpub…
Our patio is open and we have limited and responsibly spaced seating available inside. Join us for:

– Smoked Chicken Wings with two different FSB beer-infused sauces!
– Free beer-infused birthday cake with each $15 Growler and Pitcher Fill!

Don’t forget you can take your #cheersfor8years picture at the Brewpup!

Dayton International Airport Reveals New Guidelines For Traveling

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With stay-at-home restrictions easing in many parts of the country, many Americans are revisiting summer travel plans and choosing to fly once again.

As travelers return to Dayton International Airport, they may notice new protocols being followed to protect passengers and employees from the novel coronavirus. In addition to deep-cleaning procedures, Dayton International provides this list of some of the changes to expect.

Face masks
All airport employees will wear face coverings whenever in the public areas of the airport. Most airlines are now requiring passengers to wear masks.

TSA
Security checkpoint lanes are wider and longer to allow for appropriate social distancing. TSA is allowing one liquid hand sanitizer container, up to 12 ounces per passenger, in carry-on bags until further notice. For more information, go to https://www.tsa.gov/coronavirus.

Hand washing
All employees and passengers are asked to wash hands frequently with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds, to help stop the spread of viruses and germs.

Cleaning protocols
The intensity and frequency of disinfecting hard surfaces and high-touch areas throughout the airport has been increased.

Hand sanitizer stations
Additional hand sanitizer stations have been installed throughout the airport for passengers and employees.

Decals
Decals have been placed on the floor and throughout the airport to remind passengers to maintain a safe distance while waiting in lines.

Social distancing
Employees, guests, and passengers are asked to maintain a safe social distance of 6 feet at all times while at the airport.

Allow for more time
Travelers are asked to arrive two hours early for their flight to help reduce the number of passengers waiting at the TSA checkpoint at any one time.

Parking
Long-term lot charges begin at $9.95/day. The economy lot at $4.95/day remains open, with credit card only functions. The garage and short-term park & walk lot are also open. Please note, the DAYRider shuttles are temporarily not operating, to help maintain your safety. If you need assistance, please call 937-898-1555.

Guest services
Inside the terminal, you will find the CNBC Store, which has an assortment of books and is open from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Wright Stop Travel Mart on concourse A is open Thursdays and Fridays, during Allegiant flights. The Great American Bagel restaurant is open from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Flight status
For information on flight status, it is suggested that passengers contact the airline directly. Airlines currently operating from Dayton International Airport are Allegiant Air, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and United Airlines.

For more on Dayton International Airport, go to www.flydayton.com.

FREE $5 Chalupa Cravings Box At Taco Bell On June 30th

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Do you have an account on Taco Bell? If not you should sign up NOW so you can score a free $5 Chalupa Cravings Box for free! You can  register for an account and  and then download the app!

The fast food chain is offering a free $5 Chalupa Cravings Box to app users — both new and existing — who order ahead and pick up at a participating Taco Bell Tuesday, June 30.  The deal is only available for redemption through Taco Bell web and app pay ahead orders for drive-thru pickup, subject to pickup window availability. It is not available for delivery nor can it be combined with any other offer.

The box includes a Chalupa Supreme, a Beefy 5-Layer burrito, a Crunchy Taco, Cinnamon Twists and a medium drink. The only thing missing is the perfect margarita.

 

 

But that’s not all for fast food fans. Taco Bell also announced it’s rolling out a new loyalty program that allows fans to earn points for ordering through the app. The best part? Users can get a free Doritos Locos Taco just for signing up.

After that, participants will earn 250 points for every $20 spent and will be able to unlock VIP rewards like birthday gifts, bonus point challenges and other exclusive offers.

Experience Goat Yoga

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Enjoy a one hour goat yoga session under the canopy of pine and catalpa trees overlooking our lotus pond.  Stress reduction is important in these times. Cost $25 per person  cash only   class size is reduced for social distancing.

International Day of Yoga With Heartfulness Dayton

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Heartfulness Dayton is collaborating on a global effort to foster deep connection and spread compassion throughout the world, with a celebration on June 20, in advance of International Day of Yoga.

Heartfulness Regional Leader Uma Mullapudi said she was excited about the great opportunity the region has to come together in such a way to support the movement of hope.

“Our sincere hope is that we can connect together in a combined effort to spread compassion, linking the power of positive and heartful thought into a global movement to make compassion contagious!,” she said.

Heartfulness Dayton invites you to join in solidarity of the global effort by attending the international event at 7 p.m. on Saturday June 20. Join for 90 minutes of music, yoga, meditation, and a heartful discussion between YogRishi Ramdev Baba and Daaji, the Global Guide of Heartfulness Kamleshji Patel.

The event will be livecast across Heartfulness global channels, including YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. To register and join the event, visit Heartfulness.org/IDY

Springboro Splash Park Open today

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The new Kacie Jane Park at Lytle-Five Points and Crosley roads in Springboro opens to the community at 10 am today. The splash park was installed last summer, but the new Kacie Jane Playhouse playground is now ready for kids to slide, swing and play. Look for three new play areas: one for little ones 2 – 5, and one for kids 5 – 12, and an accessible, interactive electronic playground system surrounded by musical sensory elements with eight games. The park also includes a picnic shelter, tables and restrooms.

Park hours are 10 am – 8 pm daily.


Following Gov. DeWine’s Responsible RestartOhio plan, the City’s reopening plan for the park includes:
• Encouraging everyone to maintain social distancing
• Recommending all participants wear masks, though not required
• Placing hand sanitizing stations throughout the park
• Cleaning and sanitizing restrooms on a regular basis

The park, named in memory of Kacie Hausfeld, was made possible through a generous donation from the Hausfeld families. Kacie and her father Tom Hausfeld were killed in 2010 in a private plane accident.