| *** đ9 things to do this weekend A celebration of classic cars at Carillon Park, food trucks stopping by family-friendly events in Miamisburg and Trotwood, the opening of the Dayton Philharmonicâs 2024-25 season, and the importance of mental health and environmental awareness are among top events this weekend. Credit: Tom Gilliam đStage Notes: Shows to see in September Classic musicals, murder mysteries, charming comedies and a 1970s throwback are among shows appearing on stages this month. Check out our list. Credit: JUSTIN WALTON đThe winners of our tailgating food competition brought the flavor Football is back (has Joe Burrow fully recovered from his wrist injury?), which means itâs time for some quality tailgating. Cox First Media (Dayton Daily News, Springfield News-Sun and Journal-News) recently asked readers to submit their best tailgating recipes. Check out the results. Credit: Jim Noelker đWhere to go apple picking in the Dayton region When it comes to fun fall activities, apple picking is always at the top of the list. From Dayton to West Milton to Yellow Springs, keep these places in mind. đGuide to 2024 haunted attractions in the region In the mood for some Halloween chills and thrills? From Springfield to Middletown, haunted attractions are back for another season of ghoulish fun. đ€ĄSecret Chamber House of Oddities and Artwork hosts âPhobiaâ art show Looking to celebrate Friday the 13th? Clash Daytonâs annual âPhobiaâ art show will take place at the Secret Chamber House of Oddities and Artwork in Fairborn. Each piece of art in the show is based off a fear people have, including blindness, clowns, spiders, fish and more. đDaycations: This town heavily celebrates Mothman, and a festival is happening soon Lovers of the paranormal creature Mothman will be heading to the small town of Point Pleasant, West Va. Sept. 21-22. The city will have a festival dedicated to the creature with food, live music, speakers and more. đœïžFood & Dining: Tickets still available to attend Dayton Chefâs Challenge Tickets are still available for the Diced in Dayton Chefâs Challenge, which will take place Sept. 17 at Top of the Market. The event showcases the creativity of local chefs making unique dishes from a set of mystery ingredients. Twelve chefs from across the area will participate. Credit: Alexis Larsen The third annual event is a fundraiser for Miami Valley Meals, an organization that distributes 4,000 meals each week with the majority of meal ingredients coming from donated foods. Last yearâs festivities raised $34,000 thanks to ticket sales, sponsorships and an onsite raffle for the organization. đ§¶Whatâs the Buzz: DIY studio opening in St. Anneâs Hill neighborhood of Dayton A new DIY arts and crafts studio is expected to open in early 2025 in the St. Anneâs Hill Historic District offering an assortment of classes such as watercolors, rug tufting and textured art. Credit: Natalie Jones đŸGet Active: Adult Red Ball Tennis Tennis continues to evolve. Schroeder Tennis Center in Tipp City is among the more than 500 tennis facilities across the country participating in the USTA pilot program Adult Red Ball Tennis, which uses a smaller court and racket. âCommunity spotlight: Shayna McConville Shayna McConville is cultural arts manager at Rosewood Arts Center in Kettering. Throughout her many years at Rosewood, she has led her team through a major renovation of their building â a former elementary school â while significantly growing the program. Read more about her story. đȘŽGardening: We need more rain, badly The Dayton region is still coping with a drought that has taken its toll on gardens and landscapes. Read our story on the best way forward to protect your landscape plants and lawn. đŒïžOn display: University of Dayton hosting free Bing Davis exhibitions Two exhibitions showcasing the work of Dayton artist, educator and community activist Willis âBingâ Davis are being presented at the University of Dayton. Credit: Lisa Powell âReach High, Reach Back: The Life of Bing Davisâ explores the artistâs inspiring journey promoting social justice and championing the importance of representation in the arts. âOn the Shoulders of Ancestors: Ceremony and Ritualâ is a continuation of Davisâ âAncestral Spirit Danceâ in addition to his works addressing social issues that impact people of color in America and beyond. đ·Photos: Italian Fall Festa and Dayton Greek Festival The 47th annual Italian Fall Festa took place Sept. 6- 8 at Bella Villa Hall in Kettering. The 66th annual Dayton Greek Festival returned Sept 6.-8 to Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church in Daytonâs Grafton Hill Historic District. đžICYMI: Trans-Siberian Orchestra returns to the area in December: How to get tickets Trans-Siberian Orchestra will return to the region for two shows on Dec. 7 at Wright State Universityâs Nutter Center in Dayton. Credit: CONTRIBUTED PHOTO This yearâs tour marks the return of âThe Lost Christmas Eveâ to the stage for the first time since 2013. Audiences can expect an all-new presentation with pyrotechnics and lasers along with a high-energy second set featuring the groupâs greatest hits and fan favorites. Tickets go on sale Sept. 13. TELL US Thanks for taking the time to read this newsletter. I encourage you to keep in touch. Share story tips or feedback about this newsletter by emailing me at [email protected]. | 